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Police: Safety first on Fourth Community Press Staff Report Area police will be vigilant, but not necessarily intrusive, during Fourth of July celebrations this weekend.

Evendale

Police Chief Niel Korte said incident reports of fireworks in the village are very rare. “We will have a full complement of officers on duty on July 3 and 4. As with other holidays, we are vigilant for OVI offenses. We receive very few complaints about fireworks and will take appropriate enforcement actions when observed,” Korte said. He said the possession of fireworks in Ohio is a first-degree mis-

demeanor and residents could face fines if they are found with them.

Glendale

The village won’t be increasing patrols because of staffing constraints, but will have extra units on duty for the fireworks display Monday evening. “We often see large parties and family gatherings,” Lieutenant Dave LeCompte said. “The local parks are generally being used by large and small groups. “We generally don’t see a large increase in criminal activity during this weekend, but our officers are certainly on the lookout for DUI violations, underage alcohol consumption and other alcohol-related offenses, given the popularity

of the holiday weekend,” he said. Most reports about fireworks are complaint-generated. “Our officers will respond to each one,” LeCompte said. “They are authorized to use discretion as to the issuance of warnings, but if the use persists after a warning is given, a citaiton will be issued. Penalties include a possible fine of $100 plus court costs. “During this weekend, our department usually does not issue more than two citations for fireworks violations,” LeCompte said.

Wyoming

Patrols will be increased over the holiday weekend in anticipation of an increase in fireworks and complaints, as well as drunk driving.

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A rundown of local Fourth of July events and celebrations, page A2. Most fireworks reports come from complaints, according to Chief Gary Baldauf. “However, it our officers observe violations, they will take enforcement action,” he said. “The officer’s response to fireworks complaints usually results in warning the violators, and advising them of the law and its consequences, typically resulting in voluntary compliance.” Penalties include: fines up to $1,000 and/or six months in jail. Baldauf doesn’t anticipate many problems over the weekend. “We’ve issued two citations over the past five years,” the chief said.

Filling a big blue void

Community, co-workers step up for injured officer

By Kelly McBride

kmcbride@communitypress.com

As Glendale Police Officer Delow Williams continues to heal from injuries suffered on the job, his coworkers are working harder and community members are reaching out to help. “He’s an integral part of the department,” Chief Dave Warman said of William, who has worked for Glendale since 1985. “He’s missed dearly.” Doctors have said Williams likely will be able to return to work in the next three months, “but we need him bask as soon as possible.” “The community is being cheated by being an officer down and not having his presence on the road,” Warman said, “but we are doing everything we can.” That includes extra shifts by the chief and Lieutenant Dave LeCompte, as well as the other six full-time and two part-time officers in the department. “It’s been challenging to keep the same level of service that we had prior to the accident,” LeCompte said of the February accident. “But the other officers have stepped up. “Because of everyone’s commitment, we have been able to maintain service at the same level,” LeCompte said.

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Glendale Police Officer Lenton Delow Williams hopes to return to work in about three months. He is recovering from injuries suffered on the job. Two local fundraisers have helped offset mounting medical costs as Williams continues his physical therapy after suffering neck, head and rib injuries. On Feb. 18, the veteran officer was directing traffic after a minor accident on Congress Avenue. A pickup truck, driven by Johnny McCoy, 49, of Mount Healthy hit Williams, fracturing his neck and ribs, and resulting in a head injury that required 46 stitches. McCoy pled guilty to operating

a motor vehicle while intoxicated and to a minor misdemeanor of drug abuse. He pled not guilty to a charge of failure to comply, as he didn’t yield to the original traffic accident, and went to trial. He was found guilty at trial, and received a fine and probation. Williams said he has no ill will toward McCoy. “I’m just glad he didn’t kill me,” Williams said. “He has to live with what he did.”

“The community is being cheated by being an officer down and not having his presence on the road, but we are doing everything we can.” Dave Warman Glendale police chief

Wyoming charter amendment on November ballot By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

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Wyoming to salute Independence Day with Color Guard By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

Wyoming will celebrate Independence Day with patriotic flair as the police

department unveils its Color Guard on July 4. The group of five officers, with two alternates, will march in the city parade in a display of precision

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marching. They align with three officers carrying the American and City of Wyoming flags, as well as the Ohio burgee. Two officers flank, carrying ceremonial rifles. The men volunteered their time, and the department bought uniforms through previous budget savings. Sgt. Steve Ballinger headed the effort. As a former Marine and current member of the Hamilton County Police Association Honor Guard, Ballinger was familiar with the dedication needed to create the ceremonial guard. The Honor Guard performs at ceremonies for line-of-duty deaths, to help

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The Wyoming Police Department will unveil its Color Guard during the Fourth of July parade. pay respect at funerals,” Ballinger said. “That’s the main duty.” The color guard will represent the department at community functions, such as the holiday parade. “Without the commitment of those guys,” Ballinger said, “This would-

4TH OF JULY EVENTS Evendale

Evendale Recreation Commission will celebrate Independence Day with the 30th annual Conquer the Hill 10K run and 4.5-mile walk. The race starts at 8 a.m. Monday, July 4. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers in several categories. Fruit, bagels and bottled water will be available after the race. The race will be followed by a carnival at the Evendale Recreation Center and fireworks after dark. Registration is $15 and includes a free T-shirt if registered

by Wednesday, June 22. T-shirts are not guaranteed after June 22. Race day registration is $20. Applications are also available online at www.evendaleohio.org. For more information or questions, To register for the run or the walk conatct Kim Pielage at Kim.Pielage@evendaleohio.org or 563-2247.

Glendale

The village will set off fireworks beginning just after dusk, around 9 p.m., at Summit Park. Parking on Sharon Road is suggested. The fire department will sell hot dogs, hamburgers, soft drinks and water.

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The Fourth on the Loop parade begins at 2 p.m., starting at Sharon and Reading roads, and moving through the downtown loop. Residents can enter a float, walk wit a pet, or decorate a bicycle to participate in the parade themed “Made in America.” Applications for participation in the parade can be sent to parade co-chairman Michael Blomer, July 4 Parade, 10990 Thornview Drive, Sharonville, Ohio 45241. Springdale The city will not host any Fourth of July activities due to budget constraints, according to City Administrator Derrick Parham. Wyoming The annual parade starts at 10 a.m. at Worthington Avenue and Springfield Pike. An award will be given to the street whose parade float best exemplifies the theme of “150 years of Wyoming.” After the parade, children’s games and an award ceremony will take place at Wyoming Middle School. In the evening, refreshments and live music by My Sister Sarah will be offered at Oak Park, with fireworks at 9:45 p.m. Parking at the park will be restricted to emergency vehicles, but a shuttle will take passengers to Oak Park from Wyoming High School and from the Municipool beginning at 7:30, until one hour after the fireworks.

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n’t be possible.” Ballinger started training the group of seven volunteers in April, saying he was impressed to see response from a third of the department of 20 officers. “They got no extra money, and the worked their butts off,” he said of

the past three months of training twice a week for four-to-six hours each day to learn close order drill. Police Chief Bary Baldauf said this is one more way to enhance his officers’ experience working in Wyoming, and it brings another positive police presence to the city. Ballinger said it also enhances Wyoming’s community-oriented focus, and allows the department to have a ceremonial representation without looking outside the city. “With Wyoming being a small community, it didn’t seem right to farm it out to another community,” Ballinger said. “We wanted something that’s just Wyoming.”

Burn experts say, ‘Leave fireworks to the professionals’ Fireworks cause more than 9,000 injuries each year and most of these injuries occur around the July 4th holiday. One of the most common injuries seen during the 4th of July holiday is to innocent bystanders, not the people using the fireworks. “Shriners Hospitals for Children wants people to know that fireworks are extremely dangerous, especially the casual use of them that is often seen at neighborhood parties and celebrations,” said Dr. Richard J. Kagan, chief of staff at the pediatric hospital. Burn professionals stress that there are no safe fireworks and improper use and use by non-professionals can result in serious injuries for the user and bystanders.

Fireworks safety facts

• Hands and eyes are the most common body parts injured by fireworks. • One out of every four fireworks injuries affects the eyes, most often caused by sparklers, rockets or firecrackers. • Sparklers burn at 1,800 degrees F. and cause the greatest number of fire-

works injuries to children 14 and younger. If you are around any fireworks displays, follow these safety tips: • Prohibit children younger than age 14 from using fireworks and supervise older children. • Light fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from houses, dry leaves, grass or flammable materials. • Keep a bucket of water nearby for emergencies and for pouring on fireworks that don’t ignite. • Do not try to relight or handle malfunctioning fireworks. Douse and soak them with water and throw them away. • Be sure other people are out of range before lighting fireworks. • Never ignite fireworks in a container, especially a glass or metal container. • Keep unused fireworks away from firing areas and store fireworks in a dry, cool place. • Observe all local laws related to the use of fireworks. • Don’t experiment with homemade fireworks. • Never throw or point fireworks at other people.

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National Association of State Foresters. The ODNR Division of Forestry works to promote the wise use and sustainable management of Ohio’s public and private woodlands. To learn more about Ohio’s woodlands, visit the Division of Forestry’s Web site at www.ohiodnr.com/forestry.

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manager appoints the law director without the approval of elected officials. This section also specifies that the solicitor does not have to live in the city, in compliance with state law. • Update references to planning commission membership to delete dates in which the terms expire, because those years are no longer relevant to that section of the charter. • Clarify which positions of clerk are being referenced in the section on petitions for initiative and referendum. Wyoming residents who vote on Nov. 8 also will be choosing new members for city council. All seven are up for re-election, and one

has already announced that he won’t run again. In a letter sent June 15 to fellow members of city council, Walter Cordes explained that he won’t be seeking re-election. Cordes, who is wrapping up his second term on Wyoming’s council, recently retired as village administrator for Glendale. Cordes cited increased travel and other obligations that would prevent him from attending to the duties of an elected official. “Because of my anticipated extended absences from Wyoming, I know that it is best that others should have an opportunity to fulfill their goals of becoming elected and giving back to

their community,” Cordes wrote in the letter. “Without a doubt, serving on our Wyoming council has far exceeded my expectations,” he wrote to his fellow council members. “What an incredible council team and employee staff evolved from our 2007-2009 and 20102011 terms, evident by all that we accomplished. “No doubt my grandfather, who also served two Wyoming council terms in the 1950s, equally felt the same satisfaction and pride that I now feel.” No other members of council have announced yet whether they would run for re-election. The filing deadline for the Nov. 8 ballot is Aug. 10.

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MEET AUDREY SANDERS

Glendale author draws on wealth of experience Glendale can boast of another writer in Audrey Saunders. An extraordinary woman of many talents, Audrey is not only an author, but also a teacher, armed forces veteran and artist. She has devoted much of her life to writing, and plans to self-publish using the direct marketing approach. She spent 10 serious years authoring children’s books and stories as well as essays for mature adults. Poetry, fiction and non-fiction are part of her repertoire. Audrey will illustrate the books herself. She feels that illustrations help give the story meaning. When Audrey was born, the family lived in the Valley Homes. She comes by her enterprising nature quite naturally, but we must give her credit for employing her skills to the maximum. Her father, Robert, left Kentucky State University to help support the family when his father died, working as a janitor at his dad’s old job at Eckstein School. Later Robert secured a position at Wright Aeronautical

and worked at General Motors from 1948-1981. He was also an interior d e c o r a t o r, played baseEvelyn ball, basketPerkins ball, golf and Community pool, played in a Press trumpet jazz band, columnist and he and his wife had a taxicab business. Robert and Margaret Philpot married and had two other children besides Audrey. Sister, Sharon Matthews, taught in the Princeton City School District as well as in the Cincinnati Public schools. Both she and Audrey taught in the CETA program at night. Brother Terry is a judge in New York City. Margaret also taught in the Cincinnati and Princeton schools. Audrey substitute teaches in the North College Hill and Finneytown schools, but treasures an extensive educational career in New York. She worked as both a permanent and substitute

teacher in the New York City Public School System in the boroughs of Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Bronx. While there, she took night classes in science at Lehman College. Well traveled, she has been to at least half of the states in the U.S. as well as Canada. In the service Audrey took basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C., then attended signal school at Fort Gordon, GA. There she received advanced training. Her permanent duty was at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D.C., performing clerical work and repairing hearing aids for soldiers. It was upon her discharge that she moved to New York. So far, she has completed 20-25 short stories and essays, especially dedicating one to the teacher who influenced her the most. Audrey attended kindergarten at Eckstein School, and went to what was then known as Congress Avenue School. Mrs. Selma Lisle was her third-grade teacher and made the transition easier for Audrey.

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Audrey Saunders sits on the porch of her Glendale home, enjoying a break in the weather on a lovely June day. “During the days when Jim Crow was prevalent, Mrs. Lisle boosted my confidence when I was feeling down. She had no racial agenda and came into my life at a critical time when I was trying to fit in.” Genuinely concerned about the state of our youth, Audrey is available to tutor children in math, science, reading and language arts. Call her at 4009631 to arrange for lessons. She intends to have her books ready for sale at a later time, and one of them will be a basic “how-to” math book designed to strengthen a child’s confidence. Evelyn Perkins writes a regular column about people and events in the Tri-County Press area. Send items for her column to 10127 Chester Road, Woodlawn, 45215, or call her directly at 772-7379.

Board to build on middle school survey By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

The Wyoming Board of Education will conduct a random phone survey throughout the community to gather input about improvements to the district’s middle school. Through Fields Research, 300 households within the school district will be contacted during the last week in June. “Board members are seeking resident input to

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A phone survey will collect input from residents on whether to renovate or rebuild the district’s middle school. assist us,” School Board President Sheryl Felner said. “There were two forums in May, an informal online survey which concluded on

June 15, and now the quantitative survey. “We will use all these opportunities to gain insights into what community residents are thinking about the middle school improvements,” she said. “The board members hope that residents will take a few minutes to respond if their household is called.” Questions will center on three concepts: • Build a new middle school and retain a portion of the original 1927 build-

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Sharonville police officers bring home gold By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

First responders met recently in Fairborn for the Ohio Police and Fire Games, where several Sharonville officers earned gold medals. The games, which include events such as archery, fishing, swimming, chess,weight lifting, K-9 tactics, karate and team sports, brought police and fire fighters from across the state. Sharonville police officers Darian Bookman and

Wong Lee Cjeena, Herbn Dorsey, Adam Wong and Danny Lee earned medals in a variety of categories: • Bookman and his canine partner Cjeena: gold in apprehension and article search; silver in lockers, and bronze in area search.

• Herb Dorsey: gold in bench press and curling in his weight category. • Dorsey A d a m Wong: gold in bench press and curling in his weight category. • Danny Lee: gold in bench press and silver in curling in his weight category. Sharonville Police Chief Michael Schappa said their

hard work is beneficial to their jobs as they patrol the city. “Being healthy in body helps them be better officers and do their job more effectively,” the chief said. “This is a young man’s job on the street. “It helps them in their daily performance,” Schappa said. Bookman has been working with Cjeena since the Malinois police dog joined the department in July 2009. Schappa said the invest-

ment in a police dog was been worthwhile. “Not only is it a good tool to fight crime, it’s good public relations for our department,” the chief said. The police and fire games, held June 12-17, tested the physical and mental fitness of active and retired law enforcement officers and fire fighters. “I admire them for their dedication and the extra effort they put in, to keeping themselves fit,” Schappa said of the officers.

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Officer Darian Bookman and Cjeena brought home several awards, including a gold in the K-9 apprehension category at the Ohio Police nad Fire Games.

Closed Springdale hotel nears foreclosure sale By Kelly McBride kmcbride@community press.com

A Springdale hotel that was closed in 2008 has been scheduled for sale due to foreclosure. Cincinnati North fell into disrepair when the hotel was closed, and city officials discovered significant safety concerns, including mold, stagnant water in a pool and a disabled sprinkler system. The building of 255 rooms fell victim to vandals as it sat vacant, and the city took action to collect $8,000 in unpaid taxes.

Since then, Broadway Bank, which appraised the hotel at $16 million, filed a foreclosure action against owner Atul Bisaria of Shubh Hotels. Bisaria bought the hotel in 2007 for $6 million, and had acquired a construction loan for $16 million. Mayor Doyle Webster announced the foreclosure sale during city council’s June 15 meeting. The building has been appraised for $900,000, and two-thirds of that amount is required for a minimum bid at the foreclosure sale.

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The former Cincinnati North hotel on Sheraton Lane in Springdale is up for sale in a foreclosure action. “For $600,000 you can walk away with a hotel,” he said of the sale, which takes place July 7.

Also during the council meeting: • Council members approved a tax budget for

the 2012 calendar year. The budget includes a general fund estimated revenue of $15.3 million in 2011and estimated revenue of $14.8 through 2012. • Council passed, with a 5-1 vote, the designation of Huntington National Bank as the public depository for active and interim deposits for two years, with an option for a third year. Councilman Lawrence Hawkins voted no, and Councilman Bob Diehl was not present at the meeting. • During the public participation portion of the meeting, Meghan Sullivan-

Wisecup, president of the Springdale Youth Boosters, called for volunteers for the organization’s women’s softball tournament, which will take place July 16 and July 17. The event will begin at 9 a.m. that Saturday, and at noon Sunday. “We can use any kind of help we can get,” Wisecup said of the need for volunteers to work in the concession stand and at the grill and beer booth. Information on how to volunteer can be found at springdaleyouthboosters@y ahoo.com.

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At its June 16 meeting The Glendale Tea Party presented a check for $600 to help the Harry Whiting Brown Scout House buy new chairs. This donation is from part of the proceeds of the 2011 Tax Day event hosted in April 2011. The Glendale Tea Party frequently hosts its meetings at the HWB Scout House on Sharon Road in Glendale. Accepting the check from Glendale Tea Party President Dan Regenold is HWB President Sarah Oliver.

Forest Park prepares for Concert on the Green By Rob Dowdy rdowdy@communitypress.com

A longstanding tradition in Forest Park is returning this summer for the 22nd time. Concert on the Green, an event hosted by the city, Union Central Life and Ameritas Life, will be Friday, July 8, at the Union Central campus at the corner of Waycross and Mill roads. The event allows those attending to bring picnic dinners and there will be entertainment from magician Matthew Brian Taylor prior to the start of the Cincinnati Pops performance. While most aspects of the event have remained unchanged, this will be the first Pops performance to feature new conductor John Morris Russell.

What’s going on?

What: Concert on the Green, a performance by the Cincinnati Pops When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 8. Gates open at 5:30 Where: Union Central Life, the corner of Waycross and Mill roads. There is no cost for admission or for parking. Picnic dinners are welcome.

“It will be his introduction to the Forest Park audience,” said Paul Brehm, Forest Park economic development director. Brehm said the concert, with attendance ranging from 2,000 to 5,000, is truly a community event. He said local businesses and community organizations have donated more than $11,000 for the performance, and it takes “countless hours” from volunteers

to prepare and host the event. Mary Beth DeSalvo, Ameritas second vice president of human resources, said Union Central supplies about 100 volunteers, who set up the grounds, organize parking and help plan the event in the months leading to the performance. She said it takes them plus donations and other volunteers to make Concert on the Green the success it is. “For 22 years, we’ve had folks pulling together … to make this a great event,” DeSalvo said. After all the hard work in planning the concert, Brehm said its success is still based on the weather July 8. “Hopefully it’s not too hot and not too wet,” he said. To find your community, visit www.Cincinnati.com/forestpark.

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Alan and Maria Rensing are sworn in by Mayor Joseph Hubbard to the Glendale Fire Department during the Village Council meeting June 7. one-year probation period, which is standard for all new firefighters. The pair had worked with the Cleves fire department until it disbanded about a year ago to enter into a contract with Miami Township.

“Cleves’ loss is our gain,” Moore said during the meeting. “It’s always nice to have new firefighters that have experience.” Among the committee reports was an update on a fundraiser for Police Officer Lenton Delow Williams,

who was seriously injured in February when he was hit by a truck while on duty. Williams has not yet returned to work because of his injuries, and community members have organized two fund raisers to help offset medical costs. Rain put a damper on a motorcycle ride that started in Evendale over the weekend, but Councilman Brian Messmore said a party and silent auction afterwards brought in about $2,000. “Because of the rain and high heat, we didn’t have the turnout we expected,” Messmore said. A second fundraiser was scheduled fot June 13 at the Glendale Lyceum. Donations also are being accepted at Fifth Third Bank, for the Benefit of Officer Delow Williams.

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Two local police officers have graduated from the Police Executive Leadership College. Sharonville Sgt. Derek Broenner and Evendale Lt. Jeff McDaniel graduated June 10 from the 59th session of the Police Executive Leadership College, commonly referred to as PELC. “It is an intensive learning experience focused on leadership skills vital to long-term personal success and change in the organization - both for the benefit of

the community and the department,” said Lt. Mark Preuss, who coordinates trainLt. Jeff McDaniel ing for the department. “We require all our supervisors to attend this type of training.” PELC is designed for police chiefs, private-sector security executives, and command level staff. During the three-week course, Broenner and McDaniel learned from 17 instructors

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Roger Bacon names new principal

By Heidi Fallon

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Steve Schad has been named the new principal at Roger Bacon High School. Schad, 54, will begin his new duties in July, replacing interim principal Rick Sollman. A 1975 St. Xavier High School graduate, Schad said he’s looking forward to his new job.

He’s been principal at North Adams High School in Adams County the past four years and was a teacher and administrator with the Batavia district prior to that. “My father, James, is a 1945 graduate of Roger Bacon and is thrilled that I have the job,” Schad said. “He’s almost as excited as I am.” Another member of the family is pleased as well, despite the

obvious school rivalry. Tony Schad, Steve’s younger brother, is the development services director for St. X and a 1981 graduate. “It will be fun when we play one another in sports,” the younger Schad said. “I’m pleased and I know he is, too, to be part of the GCL. “Education and Roger Bacon serve him well.”

Schad didn’t launch his career in education until after a 20-year stint with the Marines. He retired in 1999. “I love teaching and as an administrator, I think I can teach as well,” he said. “This isn’t a school that needs fixed in any fashion. “Once I start in July, I will be HEIDI FALLON/STAFF learning the traditions that make Steve Schad will assume his new duties as this such a great place to be.” Roger Bacon High School principal in July.

Wyoming students awarded scholarships

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Bethany School first-grader Paul Wilson got to hold a chicken for the first time when his class visited Learning Tree Farm in Dayton. This trip allowed the students to learn about social studies and science topics that they have been studying. They had amazing experiences on the farm. First-grade is taught by Deanna Brooksbank and Kelly Tedesco.

The Wyoming School Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2011 Wyoming School Foundation scholarships. Kelli Edwards received $1,000 from the Moriarty Family Education Fund scholarship, which was established in 2003 by the Moriarty family to honor Sue Moriarty and her 22 years of service to the children of Wyoming City Schools. This award celebrates and honors the journey of achievement, responsible citizenship, and compassion for others. Jonathan Kopnick and Courtney Ogle accepted $1,000 each for the Mantel Education Fund which was established in 1994 by the Mantel family. It honors Dotti Mantel and her 17 years of service as the school district’s first Public

Information Officer and her subsequent years as Trustee and Emeritus Trustee of the Foundation. The centerpiece of the Fund is the Dorothy F. Mantel Scholarship Award, given annually to one or more seniors who, in addition to outstanding academic performance, have cared about the school and school environment as evidenced by interest and contributions that have made a positive difference in school. Hanna Galloway received $1,600 from the Kindness Matters Scholarship Award in memory of Richard Beck. This scholarship was established in memory of Richard Beck who died in a car accident in 2010. More information about the foundation is available at www.wyomingschoolfoundation.org

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Kindergarten reading picnic

Kindergartners love to read, and what better way to celebrate a great year of reading with a picnic. St. Nicholas Academy kindergartners kept track of all of the books they read, and were awarded by their teacher, Lisa Miller, with a picnic lunch in the school's courtyard this May. The class was grouped into three picnics, so each child would receive a special small group lunch with their teacher. One of the groups enjoyed lunch on a recent sunny May day from left: Robbie Jacobs, Abbygayle Rishforth, Polly Barnett, Natalie Burwinkel, Josh Taylor, Krystin McWhorter, Drew Johnson, Luke Wilmink and Jimmy Mumper.

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Graduates

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Around campus

Most college students use summer to earn some extra cash, travel and relax. For 20 Xavier University students, it is a time of intense learning and service in the Greater Cincinnati community. The 20 are part of Xavier University’s Summer Service Internship Program, now in its 17th year. Xavier’s program is unique in that it offers interns stipends and free housing in Xavier’s Brockman Residence Hall. With a mission to develop as men and women for others, the interns serve at area non-profits and community agencies. The students make this service an integral part of their daily lives. The interns spend nine weeks from May 23 through July 29 working at 20 different agencies for 35 hours each week. The work sites include Working in Neighborhoods, Visions Community Services, Starfire, and Ohio Justice & Policy Center. Students keep journals to reflect on their work and attend weekly dinner and community reflection sessions. The students spent time before work started preparing themselves for their experience. They learned about diversity, service, safety, and sense of place and purpose. This year’s Summer Service Interns include: Ismael Tidjani of Cincinnati is a junior international studies major at Xavier and is working at Working in Neighborhoods. The son of Courtney & Bassiron Tidjani, he graduated from Wyoming High School.

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Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy graduate and University of Cincinnati baseball player Matt Williams is playing for the Cincinnati Steam this summer. He is the starting second baseman for a team that is off to its best start in the six-year history of the franchise. more get more at-bats.” Three players who have made the most of their opportunities are center fielder Nick Priessman (Eastern Illinois /Colerain), right fielder Jake Proctor (Cincinnati/Oak Hills) and first baseman Kevin Bower (Miami of Ohio). “Those three guys offensively have been carrying us,” O’Conner said. “They really set the tone for us and do a great job.” O’Conner said before a June 23 night game against Xenia that he wanted his team to be more balanced on offense; well, he had to be happy with the evening’s results. Trailing 1-0 through two innings, the Steam erupted for four runs in the third and the fourth, added five more in the sixth and tacked on two more in the eighth. It all amount to a 15-3 thrashing. The 15 runs were a season-high, as were the 16 hits. The usual suspects did their damage, as Proctor went 3-4 with 2 RBIs, two doubles, three runs and two steals; Priessman had a triple, an RBI and scored a run; and Bower went 2-3 with a home run and 3 RBIs. But several other plays stepped up, including Tim

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Moeller High School graduate and Dayton University baseball player Rob Sunderman is playing for the Cincinnati Steam this summer. He is getting loose before a home game against Xenia June 23. Issler (Ball State/St. Xavier), who went 2-4 with two RBIs, and Matt Williams (Cincinnati/CHCA), who went 2-6 with a triple, an RBI and a stolen base. He also scored three runs. “If some of the guys who are struggling can pick it up, and the guys who are hitting well keep playing strong, I think we’ll be even better than we’ve shown,” O’Conner said.

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Former locals Steam-rolling the competition Billy O’Conner sure seems to have a handle on this whole managing thing. O’Conner, a first-time manager, has led the Cincinnati Steam (9-1 entering play June 24) to their best start in the six-year history of the franchise. “We’ve had a lot of timely hitting,” O’Conner said, downplaying the hot start to his managerial career. “Our team batting average is one of the worst in the league, but we’ve done it when we’ve needed it in the clutch.” Of course, “clutch” has taken on a whole new meaning for the Steam, as tight games have been the theme of the season. They started 3-0 – winning each game by one run – and seven of their nine victories have been by two runs or fewer. “I think they’re a confident group that plays loose,” O’Conner said. “You keep the same approach in your first at-bat in the first inning as you do in your last at-bat in the ninth inning. The pressure’s not pushing down on them.” O’Conner likely has something to do with that. The 2005 Elder High School grad is only a couple of years older than his players. “I relate to them pretty well because it wasn’t that long ago I was playing myself,” said O’Conner, who played two years at Indiana, two years at Xavier and spent some time in the minors. “They’re a good group of guys.” O’Conner plans to give all his players a chance to develop, but make no mistake – he wants to win games, too. “They’re equally important,” he said. “We give everybody a chance, and the guys who are producing

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Other highlights of the season include: • The Steam won their season-opener with a 5-4 walk-off win over Xenia June 11, as shortstop Patrick Paligraf (Xavier/ Indianapolis Cathedral) did the honors. The Steam also got an RBI from Daniel Rod (Xavier/Anderson) and runs from Priessman and Brett Cisper (Northern Kentucky/Moeller). • The Steam won their first road game, 3-2 over Grand Lake June 13. Williams scored the gametying run. • The Steam improved to 3-0 after beating defending Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League champion Hamilton 2-1 June 14. • The Steam swept Stark County in a double-header June 19, winning 3-2 in the first game and 3-1 in the second. Priessman went 2-4 with a double, stole a base and scored a run in the opener and went 1-1 with a double two walks and a steal in the nightcap. David Roper (Walsh/Princeton) made his Steam debut in the second game and got the win; he allowed one run and struck out seven in five innings. • Proctor went 1-3 with a double and an RBI in a 42 win over Lexington June 22. Austin Rexroat (Eastern Kentucky/Anderson) got his first win, and Zach Isler (Cincinnati/Covington Catholic) got his third save of the summer. The 15-3 win over Xenia was a nice change of pace for the Steam, but as evidenced above, O’Conner said his team has no problem playing in close games. “We play good fundamental baseball, and we give ourselves a chance to win,” he said. “If it’s close late, we’ve got confidence we’re either going to hold on to the lead or come back late and win.”

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Locals enjoy standout summer for Steam Several former preps standouts have played key roles for the Cincinnati Steam this summer:

• David Roper

The 2009 Princeton graduate will be a junior at Walsh University. “Dave’s been good,” Steam manager Billy O’Conner said. “He really mixes it up well. He doesn’t throw a lot of fastballs, but when he does, it really zips in there because he lulls you to sleep with his off-speed stuff. He’s done a real good job, and he really does know how to pitch.” Sid Roper, “I always had the ambition to play on a Great Lakes team, and the opportunity kind of presented itself. I had an invitation from another team, but I wanted to stay in town. I’m glad it worked out, and I’m happy to be here.” Roper hopes get stronger before returning to Walsh and chuckled at the prospect of being teammates with some of his former preps rivals. “It’s sort of funny because some of these guys were my enemies in high school,” Roper joked. “(Oak Hills’ Jake) Proctor was a nemesis in baseball and basketball. He would always try to rough us up in the first half.”

• Brett Cisper

“Brett’s been very consistent in the middle of the lineup,” Steam manager Billy O’Conner said. “He’s a guy we can count on to give us quality at-bats every single time. He’s a line drive hitter who hits to all fields. He’s been very solid for us.” The 2009 Moeller graduate played one year at Eastern Michigan before transferring to Northern Kentucky University. As a senior at Moeller, Cisper was named Division I Player of the Year by the Cincinnati Enquirer after going 8-1 with a 1.57 ERA and hitting .456 with four home runs and 44 RBIs. He led the Crusaders to the state final, where they defeated Pickerington North 5-2 for the program’s fifth state championship.

• Rob Sunderman

“His average doesn’t reflect how well he’s hitting,” O’Conner said. “He’s had probably close to 25 at-bats, and I can’t think back to a single one where I thought, ‘That’s not a good at-

bat.’ He hasn’t had the results he’s looking for with regards to hits, but he’s getting on base, drawing walks, and he’s had a lot of great at-bats for us. I really think his line drives are going to start falling for us as the season progresses.” Sunderman, a 2010 Moeller graduate, will be a sophomore at the University of Dayton. He started eight games as a freshman, played in 18 overall and hit .300 in 30 at-bats. Sunderman, the winning pitcher in the 2009 state final, helped the Crusaders to a 79-14 record and three consecutive league titles during his preps career. As a senior in 2010, he went 9-0 with a 1.96 ERA and hit .364 with five home runs in leading Moeller to the state semifinals.

• Ross Oltorik

“He’s been good,” O’Conner said. “He’s coming off a shoulder injury, so we’ve been slowly working him in. He’s only pitched a couple innings for us, but he’s done well in those situations.”

• Matt Williams

The 2010 Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy graduate will be a sophomore at the University of Cincinnati. “Matt’s another local kid who plays the game hard,” Steam manager Billy O’Conner said. “He busts his butt down the line every single time. He’s a very strong fielder, he’s got a great arm and a lot of potential. I expect him to really blossom as the season goes on. He’s got a lot of talent.” During Williams’ freshman year at UC, he started 56 of 57 games at third base, hit .250 with 10 RBIs and scored 23 runs. “I think CHCA was a great experience and going to the next level really helped me,” Williams said. “I think the hardest transition was just the speed of the game. Going from CHCA, which is Division III, to Division I college was definitely a whole new experience.” Williams, who was first-team all-state as a junior and senior at CHCA, set school records batting average (.470), RBIs (38), hits (146), runs (154), doubles (38), steals (116), on-base percentage (.585) and games played (105). He said his ultimate goal is to play baseball professionally.

Kaufman to put on the Cowboy hat By Scott Springer sspringer@communitypress.com

Angels take flight

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The Cincinnati Angels 14U AAU team, coached by Chris Arington of Prasco, are 19-1 this season, and won their third straight tournament over Memorial Day weekend, the U.S. Junior Nationals Memorial Challenge at University of Toledo. Their two previous tournament championship wins were at the Butler County Super Regional tournament in Mason, and the University of Illinois USJN tournament.The Angels’ next tournament is the USJN 10th Annual Hershey National Showcase in Hershey, Penn. The USJN/Nike National Championships in Washington, D.C., July 25-28, and USJN 4th Annual Summer Final in Philadelphia, Penn., July 30-31 round out the rest of the Angels 14U summer tournament schedule. The Cincinnati Angels have teams in several age divisions, including: 12U, 14U and 16U. For details about the teams, including their schedules, go to www.angelsbasketballclub.com. Team members and their current high schools are, from left, Shayna Simmons (Milford), Kasey Uetrecht (Clinton-Massie), Olivia Philpot (Middletown Madison), Jessica Arington (Indian Hill), Megan Eyre (Fayetteville), Jordan Lamb (Mt. Notre Dame), Alex Carson (Peebles), Emily Budde (Mercy), Ana Richter (Talawanda), Jenna Gunn (Mason), Sydney Brackemyre (Clinton-Massie).

Moeller lax goalie named to all-star team By Scott Springer sspringer@communitypress.com

Incoming junior Alex Burgdorf of Moeller has been named a Midwest boys all-star at goalie for the Under Armour AllAmerica lacrosse team. Burgdorf will compete with the Midwest team in Baltimore at Johnny Unitas Stadium. The Under Armour AllStars will represent Balti-

more, Long Island, N.Y., Upstate New York, Midwest, Philadelphia, New England, New Jersey, Washington, D.C., and the newly added South and West. The teams will come to Baltimore on July 1, 2 and 3 to participate in the tournament in front of lacrosse fans and college coaches. Each team will play four games in pool play with the top two seeds from each division advancing to the

Final Four to declare an Underclass Championship. Burgdorf played for coach Nate Reed’s 15-7 Crusaders this past season as a sophomore backing up senior starter Hayden Miller, who is going on to play at Bellarmine. The Crusaders were ranked No. 7 in the Midwest according to Lacrosse Magazine. Burgdorf was also on Moeller’s hockey team in the winter.

After longtime Wyoming Athletic Director Jim Barre retired at the end of 2010, former Deer Park High School Athletic Director Terry Hartley was brought on as interim AD while the administration searched for a permanent solution. In March, former Princeton AD Scott Kaufman was hired and will start full time Aug. 1. As his new job begins in about a month, Kaufman spoke to the Tri-County Press: Are you ready to get started? “The first day of the contract is Aug. 1. I’ve been going to a couple of meetings a week and have started to meet coaches. Jim (Barre) and Terry (Hartley) did a great job setting the table. Things are in pretty good shape, we’re just trying to dot our i’s and cross our t’s before the fall chaos begins.” How do you feel going from one school with some history, to another that’s well known for athletics? “It’s exciting. Everyone I’ve been meeting with has been fantastic. The reception I’ve been given has been fantastic. I’ve had a lot of time off which has been

great, but I’m ready to be around kids again.” You come from the Greater Miami Kaufman Conference, but the Cincinnati Hills League is a pretty good one. “It’s a tremendous league with some tremendous competition and battles. Wyoming has been fortunate with some success. They’ve won the all-sports trophy 11 years in a row and they found out a few weeks ago that they won again. There’s a lot of pride and expectations. It’s a pretty well-oiled machine. My goal is to go in and try and maintain history.” School jobs are hard to come by these days. Do you feel lucky? “There’s not been a day when I don’t feel I should count my blessings. I think everything happens for a reason. This all worked out for the best. I feel very fortunate to land where I landed and land as quickly as I did before I ever left Princeton.” You coached some at Princeton, will you be doing that at Wyoming?

“No. To be an athletic director effectively with the kids, the parents and the school, I think it’s important to have a separation between the coaching and the administrative piece of it. I miss coaching. I was fortunate to work with Pat Mancuso when I coached football. In basketball, there was Bill Brewer and others. At Seven Hills, I coached softball. I learned some great things from some really great people. I don’t think anyone truly realizes the amount of time that goes in to preparing for a season. I don’t think you can give justice to the one job, while doing the other.” Where did your adminis trative career begin? “I started teaching in ’92. Then I took over for Steve Schuck at Princeton Middle School for a few years and then took over for Pat (Mancuso) at Princeton High School in 1998 through last year.” What’s your top priority? “Spending some time with Bernie (Barre)...what an absolutely tremendous football coach! He’s very passionate about kids, football and Wyoming. … Those are the kind of people you need to keep around for as long as you possibly can.”

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Power, your money at stake in S.B. 5 revocation effort With money and power at stake, unions collected enough signatures to get the repeal of Senate Bill 5 on the November ballot. Taxpayers should be aware that unions want to reverse the provision that says: government employees that are not union members cannot be required to pay a portion of their salaries to a union, and government union contracts cannot require a public employer to collect payroll funds for a political use without employee authorization because this reduces union funding. Currently, these funds are withheld from paychecks of all employees and funneled directly tothe unions. S.B. 5 ends this confiscation from government employees who do not agree with the union’s political stance, and

shifts the burden of collecting union dues to the unions rather than taxpayer funded administrators. Unions fund candidates who Robert favor their causGalbraith es, and those Community candidates in vote for Press guest turn policies that add columnist to union power. The public is left out except to pick up the tab. Last November 11 of State Rep. Connie Pillich’s top 20 donors were labor unions who provided 32 percent of her funding. Mike Wilson had no labor support among his top 20 donors

(www.followthemoney.org). The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees was the biggest outside spender in the 2010 elections in the country, contributing $87.5 million to the Democratic Party nationally (Wall Street Journal, 10/22/10). This is money collected at no cost, from many who don’t agree with their policies, and the unions are fighting for this gravy. The International Association of Firefighters (AFL-CIO) announced that it would stop donating to federal candidates and focus on states like Ohio. They spent $15 million on federal candidates in November 2010 who did not follow orders so they are redirecting their efforts to bolster union strength in Ohio.

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Should Ohio open state parks to oil and gas drilling? Why or why not? “If geologists are pretty certain that there are oil/gas deposits that are accessible, and they can only be reached by drilling in state parks, of course! “Supplies of fuel for this nation of 300,000,000 people are vitally important to our economy and our lives, and especially with the unrest in the Middle East, which makes the price of gas and oil so volatile, it is important that we use the resources we have, as long as we can retrieve the fuel without causing too much ecological damage (and I trust that we can.)” Bill B. “The sad fact is that we have so much of a deficit in the area of energy policy that it never occurs to public officials to consider how little of Ohio is protected as a state park or public land. “Drilling in these areas may allow the state to reduce park fees and other maintenance costs, but that’s a fool’s game. Most of Ohio is open to oil and gas drilling and if there is any opportunity, it is available already. Energy companies simply have to contract with the land owners. “Since the mineral rights have already been separated from the surface rights, most of Ohio’s coal, natural gas and oil resources are already owned by energy companies, and landowners are vulnerable to destruction of the water table, subsidance and blast damage with no protection. “New extraction technologies make the risk much greater, and the rewards of diminishing importance. “Ohio needs to lead the move to sustainable energy technology, not be the last cockroach in the empty barrel.” N.F. “Absolutely no! The parks are for the people of the state. “The meager income that the state may gain from allowing fracking and other forms of distructive extraction will more than be offset by the loss of value as a local tourist destination. “How many families will be going to Michigan or Kentucky instead of spending their limited vacation funds here in the state of Ohio? “This is strictly Republican payback, once again, to the money people. They could care less about you and me.

Next questions A Springdale hotel, Cincinnati North, that was closed in 2008 has been scheduled for sale due to foreclosure. What would you like to see done with that property? Do you think Afghanistan’s military is ready to take responsibilty for fighting Taliban insurgents as the U.S. begins a troop drawdown in July? Every week The Tri-County Press asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to tricountypress@communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line. “Also take note that there were no public meetings beforehand. Kasich and his right-wing cronies knew the outcry would be deafening.” J.Z. “There is very little land in Ohio so geologically unique that it needs to be preserved untouched by any development. The most compelling evidence is the lack of any national parks in Ohio and the fact that we only have one national forest (Wayne in eastern Ohio). “Oil and gas development does not require the devastation of the land, like open pit mining. A limited amount of land needs to be cleared for the drilling rig and then after that a couple of small tanks and a pump at the well head. If you drive east on US 50, you will see lots of these in farmers fields east of Athens. “Mineral resources on public land belong to all of us. If we can profit from them, we will pay less in taxes or receive more in services. “Of course there is always the argument that it is more money for the government to waste.” F.S.D. “As with immigration, Congress fails again to protect America. With a very dismal record of energy management, one can’t blame the states for trying to find ways to self-manage ... it is a fine way to help kill the earth we live on.” K.P.

What kinds of things can a local business do to get you or keep you as a customer? What are some of the more creative promotions which you have seen? No responses.

Ohio Education Association executive director Larry Wicks said “At least $20 million will be needed to run an effective campaign against S.B. 5.” And, was considering a $50 assessment on all members to raise $5 million (Columbus Dispatch 4/5/11). Two other important S.B. 5 provisions that the unions loathe are the revocation of step/longevity pay along with the first in last out staffing rule, and implementing performance-based employee evaluations. When a person joins a union, he is no longer judged by initiative, performance, or ingenuity the worker is simply a commodity with a length of service. This makes it impossible for schools to reduce costs when they reduce staff. Reductions based on seniority remove the last hired,

usually least expensive employees. There is no possibility of weeding out unproductive employees who automatically get yearly step/longevity pay increases. Based on data from buckeyeinstitute.org, one southwestern Ohio school district went from an average salary for all employees of $40,976 in 2004 to $58,275 in 2010 while reducing staff by 6 percent. Loss of FILO puts cost control in the hands of local school boards who are responsible to the voters. End this cycle of corruption; bring back local control by supporting S.B. 5! Robert Galbraith is a sixth generation resident of Glendale, professional geologist and realtor, and political director of the Glendale Tea Party (glendaleohioteaparty.org).

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Paper’s agenda is obvious

Political moderates and conservatives have long believed the socalled main stream media is biased in favor of the progressive left. Locally the favoritism is seen in the Tri-County Press and their pet guest columnist Richard Schwab of Glendale and the Glendale Organizing for America branch, GoFact. Since January the Tri-County Press has published nine guest columns by Richard Schwab, all attacking the Tea Party and Republicans, which he frequently confuses. Mr. Schwab columns often exceed the Community Press’ published word limit of 500 words (two columns within four-weeks attacking the local Tea Party and

calling the mayor of Glendale a “weasel” were more than 1,100 words, one more than 600 words the other more than 500 words). Mr. Schwab has also made a connection in his own mind between something called “Sovereign Citizens movement,” white supremacists and the local Tea Party, and was allowed to publish this smear without providing a single fact or reference. A quick goggle search on the term Sovereign Citizen links back only to far left and progressive web sites; is the charge of “Sovereign Citizen” what has replaced the failed charge of “racist” against anyone who disagrees with big government and supports fiscal responsibility and federalism? Mr. Schwab is also the founder

and driving force of the local Organizing for America group, GoFact, and in a recent column referred to one of his supporters only as a “citizen” of Glendale without revealing her work as a Democrat party fundraiser and long-time supporter of overreaching government regulations. Allowing a single person with a clear agenda to dominant the public conversation is a clear indication of support for the point of view, in this case smear, attack and name-calling for anyone who disagrees with the far-left progressive agenda of Acorn, Organizing for America and Richard Schwab. The Tri-County Press should and can do better. Maggi Cook Columbia Township

When police need a warrant to conduct a search The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government by requiring the use of search warrants unless an exception applies. A search warrant is an order signed by a judge that authorizes the police to search for specific property at a specific location. In order for a police officer to obtain a search warrant, he must convince a judge that there is “probable cause” to believe that either ongoing criminal activity or evidence of a crime is present at the place to be searched. Police give the judge affidavits which report their own observations or those of private citizens or reliable police informants. The police officer must swear to the truth of the affidavit. If the judge believes that probable cause exists the judge will authorize the search warrant. Most searches occur without a warrant because there are several exceptions to the warrant requirement. The most common exceptions are: consent searches, plain view searches, after an arrest, automobiles, and emergency situations. If an officer asks you to search your clothing, house, office or car and you give permission, the search is valid. Whatever the officer finds is admissible in evidence.

Police do not need to warn you that you can refuse consent to search. No warrant is required when an officer is somewhere he Brad has a right to be Greenberg and sees contraor evidence Community band of a crime in Press guest “plain view.” For columnist example, if a crime victim calls the police to report a burglary and an officer sees cocaine on the victim’s table, the officer can seize it. A warrant is not required to search a suspect after an arrest. The police may search the suspect and the immediate area around the suspect for weapons and contraband. This exception is allowed to protect the officer and to prevent the destruction of evidence. Automobiles, because of their mobility, are subject to special rules. For instance, cars may be searched without a warrant if validly stopped and police have probable cause to believe the car contains contraband or evidence of a crime. There are a number of emergency situations where obtaining a warrant is not practical and therefore not required. These

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Glendale resident Gabe Rhoads is filling his summer doing odd jobs, such as picking up pup waste at the Dog Depot.

Job is yuck, but makes a buck By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

Summer is in full swing for a Glendale pre-teen who has filled his days with just about any job he can find outdoors. Gabe Rhoads, 12, said he’s excited about earning money, learning new tasks and meeting people in the village where he lives. Rake. Sweep. Shovel. Scoop. Money was the original concept, though. He started doing odd jobs to save for a trip to North Carolina. Now he’s earning and saving in general. But it’s his entrepreneurial skills that impressed local business owner Natalie Lotspeich, who has hired him to do odd jobs at the Dog Depot. Jobs many kids would turn their noses up at, but jobs that are packing Gabe’s wallet and sparking his creativity. He and Lotspeich came up with an acronym for one of the tasks at Gabe’s Help Inc. Residents can hire the Princeton Middle School student for a task he calls PUP, or picking up poop.

It’s a job with little appeal for dog owners, and Glendale is filled with them. “Most people are too busy,” said Gabe, who owns three dogs. “And I don’t mind doing it.” Lotspeich said it’s that attitude that helps propel Gabe. “He is one of the most go-getter kids I know,” she said, citing the job that shows his initiative for a job that isn’t pleasant. “His work ethic is far beyond those who are older than him,” she said. Gabe’s mom, Joy Rhoads, said she’s comfortable with her young son being his own boss, because the village is close-knit, and he doesn’t go inside anyone’s home. “We always worked hard to tell him that if he wants soething, he has to go out and work for it,” she said. “He’s getting the experience of doing different jobs,” she said, “and he has a market.” “It’s fun going outside, and it’s different every day,” Gabe said. “And it’s better than just being at home. I’m making money.”

Wyoming man makes hefty donation to NCH schools By Heidi Fallon jkey@communitypress.com

With the stroke of a borrowed pen, former North College Hill City School District superintendent Stan Wernz said a very generous thank you to the school community. Wernz and his wife, Donna, presented Superintendent Gary Gellert a check for $90,000 to go to the district’s scholarship fund. "The community has always been good to me, and supported the schools and music program when I was here," Wernz said. "I wouldn’t have been here if it weren’t for music and we just wanted to help." Wernz came to the North College Hill district as a music teacher. He later became junior high and high school principal, and superintendent. He retired in 2000 after nearly 34 years with the district.

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At the Sharonville Branch Library’s Kickoff Party, kids decorated a Team Read a pennant and enjoyed snacks courtesy of Costco Wholesale. From left: Sharonville Branch Library staff Carol Risco, Tiffany Harmon, Karen Davis and Ginna Stanko.

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The Sauer Family, from left: Riley, 5, and Samantha, 8.

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Peyton McCarty displays his pennant.

Thousands join Team Read! at libraries On your mark, get set, read! Thousands of kids and their families have already joined Team Read!, the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County’s 38th annual Summer Reading Program. At the official kickoff party June 4, they decorated Team Read pennants and enjoyed snacks courtesy of Costco Wholesale. Through July 31, everyone – preschoolers, kids, teens and grownups – is invited to join in the fun! Team Readers of all ages are eligible for chances to win family four-packs of Cincinnati Reds or Coney Island tickets. Pick up a book, win a Nook Color! Read the most books at your Library location, and win a Nook Color e-reader! One Nook will be awarded to the

child, teen and adult who reads the most at each of of the library’s 41 locations. Register online at http://evanced. cincinnatilibrary.org/evanced/sr/home page.asp.

Upcoming events

Wyoming Branch Library, 500 Springfield Pike, 369-6014 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 12 – Harry Potter party Sharonville Branch Library, 10980 Thornview Drive, 369-6049 2 p.m. Saturday, July 30 – Frisch Marionettes. Kevin Frisch is a professional puppeteer who uses his handmade marionettes in musical puppet shows.

There’s a new team in town, and its bench is strength 30,000 strong and growing. It’s Team Read! the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County’s 38th annual Summer Reading Program. We’re the biggest team in our area, armed with lots of books, programs and prizes. The results so far: More than 5,000 preschoolers are training for kindergarten. Nearly 20,000 kids’ and teens’ brains are being conditioned for the return to school in the fall. And the more than 6,000 adults in their lives should win a coach of the year award for leading by positive example and reading along with them. As we head into the second half of our Team Read season, which ends July 31, we wanted to share some vital game changing news. We’ve recently introduced “Child Only,” “Teen Only”, and “Downloadable Only” library cards. The “Child Only” and “Teen Only” cards do not require a parent’s signature, and they allow children ages 12 and younger and teens ages 13-17 to check out up to three books at any one time. When one book is returned, they can check out another-no more fines for overdue books! And, customers ages 18 and older who only want to use downloadable resources can sign up for the Library’s new “Downloadable Only” card. We hope these new cards will equip our Team Readers with all they need to continue reading more books and wining more prizes! Be a Valuable Player for a chance to score 4-packs of Cincinnati Reds tickets. Plus, the child, teen, and adult who read the most books at their local Library will win one of 123 NOOK Color e-readers. It’s not too late to get into the game today. Team Read continues through July 31. Sign up online at http://evanced. cincinnatilibrary.org/evanced/sr/ homepage.asp.

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Stan Wernz, former North College Hill City School District superintendent, concentrates as he writes a check to benefit the district’s scholarship foundation. Watching him wield the pen is his wife, Donna, and Gary Gellert, who replaced Wernz as superintendent in 2000. Gellert, who replaced Wernz, said the generous donation will be added to the scholarship foundation’s coffers he estimates at more than $320,000.

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At the Sharonville Branch Library’s Kickoff Party, kids decorated a Team Read a pennant and enjoyed snacks courtesy of Costco Wholesale. From left: the Harmon family – Peyton, Zoe, and Tucker.

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Kevin Frisch is a professional puppeteer who uses his handmade marionettes in musical puppet shows.

Thursday, June 30 at Hoxworth Tri-County - 11812 Springfield Pike - Noon - 7:30pm Donate blood on Thursday, June 30 at Hoxworth Tri-County and receive a FREE Kings Island Ticket. All donors are asked to bring a non-perishable food item for the Freestore Foodbank. Sign up online at www.hoxworth.org or call 513-451-0910 CE-0000466503

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FARMERS MARKET

Springdale Farmers’ Market, 3-7 p.m., Springdale Town Center, 11596 Springfield Pike, Presented by Springdale Farmers’ Market. 346-5712. Springdale.

HISTORIC SITES

Heritage Village Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharon Woods. Village tours: 10:30 a.m., 12:45 and 3 p.m. Tour 11 historic buildings depicting life in the 1800s. Located inside Sharon Woods Park. $5, $3 ages 511, free ages 4 and under and members; vehicle permit required. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Jamie Lissow, 8 p.m., Go Bananas, 8410 Market Place, $8, $4 college and military night. Ages 18 and up. 984-9288; www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Big Bugs!, 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, 10623 Springfield Pike, Master Pupa Theatre, a comedy for the whole family, at 7 p.m. Thirteen larger-than-life insects constructed of wood and other natural materials created by artist David Rogers and on display in and on the south side of Highfield Discovery Garden. Includes admission to the Highfield Discovery Garden and free parking. Separate from public areas of park. $7, $5 ages 2-12. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 771-8733; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

VOLUNTEER EVENTS

Thursday Volunteer Day and Potluck Lunch, 10 a.m., Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road, Call for information or check the website. 563-6663; www.gormanfarm.org. Evendale. F R I D A Y, J U L Y 1

DRINK TASTINGS

Wine Tasting, 5-7 p.m., Wyoming Wines, 1208 Springfield Pike, $1-$2 per pour. 761-9463; www.wyomingwinesonline.com. Wyoming.

KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC

Karaoke, 8-11:30 p.m., Buffalo Wings & Rings Tri-County, 11305 Princeton Pike, DJs Wild Bill and Madman Mike. Music from the ‘70s to today. Theme nights. Drink specials. 7722111. Springdale.

MUSIC - JAZZ

Chris Comer Trio, 7 p.m., Iron Horse Inn, 40 Village Square, With Dick Sorice, guitarist. 772-3333; www.ironhorseinn.com. Glendale.

ON STAGE - OPERA

Opera Goes to Church!, 7 p.m., St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 10345 Montgomery Road, Evening of gospel, sacred, jazz and classical music. William Burden, tenor; Kara Shay Thompson, soprano; Catherine Fishlock, mezzo-soprano; William Henry, baritone. With St. Barnabas Episcopal Church Adult Choir. Free. Reservations required. Presented by Cincinnati Opera. 241-2742; www.cincinnatiopera.org. Montgomery.

RECREATION

Walk Club, 8:30 a.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Walks led by Park District volunteers. Walkers may choose what days they want to walk. Ages 50 and up. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 728-3551, ext. 406. Sharonville.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Big Bugs!, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $7, $5 ages 2-12. 771-8733; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn. World’s Largest Cowbell Band Guinness Record Attempt, 7-9 p.m., Sellman Park, 6700 Marvin Ave., Band performs world record attempt in conjunction Madeira’s Independence Day Celebration. Family friendly. Free. Presented by City of Madeira. 561-6998; www.cowbellfever.com. Madeira. S A T U R D A Y, J U L Y 2

DRINK TASTINGS

Wine Tasting, 3-7 p.m., Wyoming Wines, $1$2 per pour. 761-9463; www.wyomingwinesonline.com. Wyoming.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Eating for Health, 9-11 a.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Learn to improve your health and well being through improved nutrition and exercise. With Kathy Haugen, registered dietitian. Ages 18 and up. Free. Reservations required. 985-0900; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery.

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EXERCISE CLASSES

Heritage Village Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, Village tours: 10:30 a.m., 12:45 and 3 p.m. $5, $3 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under and members; vehicle permit required. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

HOLIDAY INDEPENDENCE DAY

Blue Ash Concert on the Square - Independence Celebration, 8 p.m., Blue Ash Towne Square, Cooper and Hunt roads, Patriotic music by Systems Go. Concessions available. Bring seating. Free. Presented by City of Blue Ash. 745-8550; www.blueashevents.com. Blue Ash.

HISTORIC SITES

Heritage Village Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, Village tours; 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m. $5, $3 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under and members; vehicle permit required. 5639484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Big Bugs!, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $7, $5 ages 2-12. 771-8733; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn. S U N D A Y, J U L Y 3

HISTORIC SITES

Heritage Village Museum, 1-5 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, Village tours: 1:30, 2:15 and 3 p.m. $5, $3 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under and members; vehicle permit required. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Independence Day Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Montgomery Park, 10101 Montgomery Road, “Golden Age of Radio.” Free. Presented by Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Orchestra. 232-0949; www.bamso.org. Montgomery.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Jamie Lissow, 8 p.m., Go Bananas, $8, $4 bar and restaurant employee appreciation night. Ages 18 and up. 984-9288; www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Big Bugs!, Noon-5 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $7, $5 ages 2-12. 771-8733; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn. M O N D A Y, J U L Y 4

Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program, Noon-1 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Taught by certified Arthritis Foundation aquatics instructors. Ages 18 and up. $120 for 10 classes, free for members. 985-6742. Montgomery.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

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Adaptive Group Swim Lessons, 9-11 a.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Small group lessons for nontraditional students taught by exploration, experimentation and discovery method. Family friendly. $10. Reservations required. 9856742. Montgomery. Pre- and Post-Natal Water Fitness, Noon-1 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, $45 per month, free for members. 9856742. Montgomery.

FARMERS MARKET

Montgomery Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m.12:30 p.m., Montgomery Elementary School, 9609 Montgomery Road, More than 20 vendors, including seven local growers, fresh European-style bread, locally-roasted coffee, local baked goods, homemade premium granola, pastured meat and chicken and pork, artisan gelato, artisan cheese, local herbs, honey, maple syrup and more. 659-3465; montgomeryfarmersmarket.org/. Montgomery.

COMMUNITY DANCE Contra Dance, 8-10 p.m., The Center for the Arts - Wyoming, 322 Wyoming Ave., Wear soft-soled shoes. No partner needed. Beginner’s workshop 7:30 p.m. $4, $1 ages 20 and under, free for newcomers. Presented by Cincinnati Contra Dancers. Through July 25. 859-291-6197; www.cincinnaticontradance.org. Wyoming. EXERCISE CLASSES

Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program, 5:30-6:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, $120 for 10 classes, free for members. 985-6742. Montgomery. Tai Chi for Arthritis, 1:30-2:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Taught by certified Arthritis Tai Chi instructor, class is easy and enjoyable to learn, bringing with it many health benefits both safely and quickly. $120 for 10 classes. 985-0900. Montgomery.

HOLIDAY INDEPENDENCE DAY

Montgomery Independence Day Parade, 10 a.m., City of Montgomery, Parade units to depart from junior highs school parking lots on Cooper Road and heads east to Montgomery Road and then travels north to Schoolhouse Lane. Free. 792-8329; www.montgomeryohio.org. Montgomery.

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The Evendale Conquer the Hill 10K Run and 4 1/2-Mile Walk, is 8-10:30 a.m. Monday, July 4. The race starts at the Evendale Village Recreation Center, 10500 Reading Road, and includes five water stops on course. Fresh fruit, bagels and bottled water are served following the race. Door prizes will be rewarded. Savings bonds will be awarded to runners in each race division. The race benefits Phi Lambda Pi Teen Organization. Cost is $20, or $15 advance. Registration is required. The race is presented by Village of Evendale Recreation Center. For more information, call 563-2247, or visit www.evendaleohio.org. Pictured, Evendale runners wait for the start of a past 10K Conquer the Hill Race. Montgomery July Fourth Festival, 11 a.m.2 p.m., Montgomery Park, 10101 Montgomery Road, Children’s games, prizes, pony rides, bounce house and food and beer booths. All-Star baseball game. Free. Presented by City of Montgomery. 891-2424; www.montgomeryohio.org. Montgomery.

RECREATION

Evendale Conquer the Hill 10K Run and 4 1/2-Mile Walk, 8-10:30 a.m., Evendale Village Recreation Center, 10500 Reading Road, Five water stops on course. Fresh fruit, bagels and bottled water served following race. Door prizes. Savings bonds awarded to runners in each race division. Benefits Phi Lambda Pi Teen Organization. $20, $15 advance. Registration required. 563-2247; www.evendaleohio.org. Evendale. T U E S D A Y, J U L Y 5

CIVIC

Free Computer and TV Recycling DropOff, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 2trg, Free. 946-7766; www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org. Blue Ash.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Gorman Heritage Farm Quilters Meeting, 6 p.m., Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road, Includes making a quilt for annual quilt raffle. 563-6663; www.gormanfarm.org. Evendale.

COOKING CLASSES

EXERCISE CLASSES

VegHead Cooking Demo, Noon-1 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Cooking demo from Heart Healthy Certified eatery VegHead of Loveland. Highlighting culinary preparation from artichoke to spinach, chef Mark Metcalfe presents award-winning vegetarian and wrap recipes. $15, free for members. Reservations required. 985-6732. Montgomery.

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EDUCATION

Arthritis Foundation Land Exercise, 1:302:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, $120 for 10 classes, free for members. 985-6742. Montgomery.

Wyoming Farmers’ Market, 3-7 p.m., Wyoming Avenue Farmers Market, Village Green, Corner of Wyoming Avenue and Oak, Local organic and sustainably-raised fruit, vegetables, eggs and meat, and carefully produced cottage products. 761-6263; www.wyomingfarmersmarket.net. Wyoming. Farmers Market, 4-7 p.m., Kenwood Towne Centre, 7875 Montgomery Road, Valet Parking Lot along Montgomery Road. Seeking vendors. 745-9100; email jean.ohnmeis@ggp.com; www.kenwoodtownecentre.com. Kenwood.

Red Cross Baby-Sitters’ Training Course, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Learn responsibilities of being a baby-sitter, how to prevent accidents from occurring and how to administer rescue breathing. Ages 11-18. $60. Reservations required. 985-6747; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery.

HISTORIC SITES

RECREATION

Walk Club, 8:30 a.m., Sharon Woods, Free, vehicle permit required. 728-3551, ext. 406. Sharonville.

SUMMER CAMP - ARTS

Summer Camp: Make It Green, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Sharonville Fine Arts Center, 11165 Reading Road, Daily through July 8. Camp about recycling and repurposing and creating fun and funky projects out of stray socks, felted sweaters, paper bags and cast-off cargo pants. Bring your own lunch. Snacks and beverages provided. Ages 10 and up. $110. Reservations required. 807-3692; www.htbhandicrafts.blogspot.com. Sharonville.

FARMERS MARKET

Farmers Market, 1-5:30 p.m., Sycamore Senior Center, 4455 Carver Woods Drive, Fresh produce from Wilfert Farms. Sycamore Senior Center members receive discount on purchases. 686-1010; www.sycamoreseniorcenter.org. Blue Ash.

VOLUNTEER EVENTS

Wednesday Night Gardening, 6 p.m., Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road, Call for information or check the website. 563-6663; www.gormanfarm.org. Evendale.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Blue Ash Concert in the Park, 7 p.m., Blue Ash Amphitheater, 4433 Cooper Road, Music by P&G Big Band. Concessions available. Bring seating. Free. Presented by Blue Ash Recreation Department. 745-8550; www.blueashevents.com. Blue Ash.

MUSIC - JAZZ

Samba Jazz Syndicate, 7-10 p.m., Cactus Pear Southwest Bistro, 9500 Kenwood Road, No cover. 791-4424. Blue Ash.

PETS

Dog’s Night Out, 6-9 p.m., Graeter’s, 11511 Princeton Road, Dogs receive a free sample of Frosty Paws, a healthy frozen treat, with no added sugar, artificial flavors or colors. Pet owners can choose from more than 20 flavors of ice cream, including the seasonal summer flavors. 721-3323; www.graeters.com. Springdale.

RELIGIOUS - COMMUNITY Trinity Together Time, 1-2:30 p.m., Trinity Community Church, 3850 E. Galbraith Road, Free event for children and their parents/caregivers. Crafts, games and stories. Family friendly. Free. 791-7631. Deer Park.

FILE PHOTO

Coney Island hosts its annual Balloon Glow at 8 p.m. Sunday, July 3. There will be live music starting at 6:30 p.m., entertainment and as many as 15 glowing hot air balloons. A Rozzi Famous Fireworks display will be at 10 p.m. Parking: $10, $7 after 2 p.m. Call 513-232-8230 or visit www.coneyislandpark.com. Pictured is a balloon from Dan Keith of Touch the Clouds balloons at last year’s Balloon Glow.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Big Bugs!, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, Weekly theme: Bugs with Attitude. Explore methods bugs use to defend and camouflage themselves. $7, $5 ages 2-12. 771-8733; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

PROVIDED

The All American Birthday Party & Fireworks start at 6 p.m. Monday, July 4, at Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove, with live music. Fireworks kick off at 10 p.m. Visit www.cincinnatiparks.com or call 513-352-6180.

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June 29, 2011

Father Lou wrote columns, touched many lives Lisa J. Mauch Community Press staff

If Father Lou Guntzelman were writing this story, he’d have the perfect inspirational quote with which to lead off. And a timely lesson to follow. But sometimes pithy words from notable people can’t sum up all we think and feel. The Rev. Louis J. Guntzelman, 79, passed away at his home Monday, June 20, after a long struggle with cancer. Most people didn’t know he was ill, or that he had been fighting cancer since 2007. He was private that way, not wanting people to concern themselves about him since he was usually there to help with their troubles. He had been a columnist for The Community Press and Community Recorder since 1999, and EastSide Weekend before that. Father Lou was born Aug. 31, 1931, in Cincinnati and was raised in Oakley. He did his preparatory studies at St. Gregory Seminary and studied theology and philosophy at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary of the West in Norwood. He was ordained on May 25, 1957, at St. Monica Cathedral in Cincinnati. Father John “Jack” Wessling was a classmate of Father Lou’s first at Purcell High School and later at the seminary together. He recalls that Father Lou was the pitcher when the seminarians played fast-pitch softball. “I batted against him. You could always tell when

COURTESY OF THE GUNTZELMAN FAMILY

Father Lou with his Honda motorcycle. he was going to do a slow pitch because his hand would go behind his back,” Wessling said. “He had a great sense of humor. He saw the humor in all kinds of situations,” he said. Father Lou received his first assignment to the faculty at Purcell High School in Cincinnati, alongside Wessling, and as an assistant at St. John the Evangelist Church in Deer Park. It was there that he would meet his future editor. “I’ve known him since I was in grade school. He must have just become a priest. He was so tall and thin. We were all afraid of him,” said Susan McHugh, a former publisher of Community Press and Recorder newspapers and EastSide Weekend. “But even then he was just this kind, gentle, sweet man,” she said. He was put in charge of the Legion of Mary at the school, to which all the girls belonged. An elderly couple

had befriended the young priest so he asked the girls go to their house every week to help out. McHugh remembers coming into his office to complain that they had to wash the same windows every week. “He said something like ‘Well, that’s just part of your cross to bear.’ I think he was just trying to give companionship to this couple. He was always doing nice things like that,” she said. Later she would encounter him again at The Community of the Good Shepherd in Montgomery, his last parish. He served there from 1982 until 1994. “I remember this one sermon …” McHugh said, describing the events following the 1982 airplane crash into the Potomac River and how one man helped others reach safety by passing the rescue ropes onto them instead of taking one for himself. He drowned before rescuers could save him.

“Father Lou said ‘For those of you sitting here and wondering if Christ is still in the world – this is your sign.’ ” During his time there, the number of parish families doubled. According to Rose Huber, a longtime parishioner of Good Shepherd, “He kicked things up a notch there at the church.” Huber first came to know Father Lou when they worked together on the parish newsletter “The Flock Report.” “He was loved by his parish and beyond. I have friends of different denominations including a friend who is Jewish and they all looked forward to reading his (Community Press) column every week. He touched many lives on many levels,” she said. “He was so open himself of other faiths and belief systems.” Huber had a childhood friend who was Catholic but had converted and married someone of a different religion. She was having a crisis of faith and Huber asked Father Lou to talk to her. “She came out of there a changed woman. Father Lou had told her, ‘We all find God where we find God. The important thing is to find God on your level.’ “He turned her life around. He did that for a stranger off the street. I’ve always had a lot of respect for Father Lou,” Huber said. Father Lou, who appreciated art and music, was also instrumental in having the Wall of Creation installed at the church. The award-winning

limestone wall was carved by local artist Karen Heyl and depicts the creation story from Genesis. Huber also remembers her favorite picture of Father Lou that they ran in “The Flock Report” – of him and his motorcycle. “He used to love riding around the neighborhood, in Montgomery and Loveland,” she said. After leaving Good Shepherd he started writing a column, first for EastSide Weekend and then in February 1999 for The Community Press and Community Recorder newspapers. And once his columns became available on the Internet, reader responses came from as far away as Brazil, Africa and Australia. “He gave so much in his columns and spent so much time writing them. He made people feel it’s going to be OK and you’re going to be OK,” McHugh said. When asked why she thought his columns were so popular among Catholics and non-Catholics alike, she said, “I think he didn’t treat it like religion. He really based it on faith and goodness. The whole ‘God is good: God is love’ theme. He really believed that. “When he was writing his columns or delivering his sermons, he didn’t want to punish or demean a person. He wanted to lift them up,” McHugh said. “He elevated people instead of the old fire and brimstone. He was more ‘If you do it this way, you’re going to experience so much more joy.’ ” Besides his weekly column, readers could still find

him celebrating Mass and helping out at St. Susanna in Mason, and later at All Saints and St. Vincent Ferrer, both in Kenwood. Father George Hunkel learned how to write homilies from Father Lou during his seminary days. And when he became pastor of St. Vincent Ferrer five years ago, “(Father Lou) asked me if he could help out and I took him up on his offer my first Sunday there.” “I always admired him and found him so inspiring,” he said. Father Lou’s writing wasn’t limited to homilies and the newspaper. He wrote the books “So Heart and Mind Can Fill: Reflections for Living,” and “The Country Called Life: More Reflections for Living.” He co-authored “Come, Healing God: Prayers During Illness” with his sister, Joan Guntzelman. “Father Guntzelman was a popular priest who touched many lives in a positive way through his ministries, as a pastor, a teacher and a writer,” said Dan Andriacco, communications director for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. He is survived by siblings Joan, Mary Ellen and Raymond Guntzelman and several nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was June 24 at St. Cecilia, Oakley. Interment was at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Montgomery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances can be made to Bearcats Against Cancer, c/o Dr. William Barrett, Barrett Cancer Center, 234 Goodman Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45267-0757.

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Tri-County Press

Life

June 29, 2011

Cream puffs – they’re not just for dessert anymore Several times a year, Deacon Jim Hennessey and I teach classes at our church, Holy Trinity in Batavia, to benefit our St. Vincent de Paul S o c i e t y, w h i c h Rita helps folks Heikenfeld in need. O u r Rita’s kitchen s u m m e r c l a s s focused on main dish salads and fun summer desserts. Elaine, Jim’s wife, made cream puffs for dessert.

Lots of people think cream puffs are hard to make, but they just take a little patience and are so versatile. Fillings can be sweet, or savory. Here’s my recipe, which is similar to Elaine’s. Cream puffs are back in culinary fashion now (in my world they never went out!).

Cream puffs

This is the same dough you use for éclairs and also cream puff rings. The dough is called pâte à choux. Cream puffs freeze well after baking, unfilled.

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Rita’s mocha mousse filling

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after each is added. This will form the leavening that “puffs” up the puffs in the oven. Pipe or drop from teaspoon or tablespoon depending on size desired. Bake for 10 minutes, reduce heat to 325 and bake another 10 to 15 minutes. Puffs will be golden. After cooling, split and, if necessary, hollow out bottom. Fill as desired. Elaine filled hers with pudding mixed with whipped cream. Makes 24 to 36.

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Elaine’s ganache

Oh my, this was decadent.

COURTESY RITA HEIKENFELD

Ice cream topped with Elaine Hennessey’s chocolate ganache. 3 tablespoons light corn syrup 12 oz. dark or semisweet chocolate, chopped if necessary 3 ⁄4 whipping cream 1 ⁄2 teaspoon vanilla In saucepan, combine corn syrup and cream. Bring to simmer and add chocolate. Stir until smooth. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Keeps for at least a week in fridge or frozen for a couple months.

Savory filling

Smear a bit of herb cheese mixed with horseradish (optional) in bottom of puff. Add thinly sliced deli beef and add a garnish of more herb cheese. These are open faced, with no top. Or fill with finely chopped chicken or tuna salad.

Rita’s blender hollandaise sauce

For Carol Haven, who is making Eggs Benedict and wanted an easy sauce.

Bring 1⁄3 cup butter to a very gentle boil and keep it hot but not boiling. Meanwhile, in a blender, put 2 room temperature egg yolks and 2 teaspoons lemon juice and blend. With motor running on low, slowly add hot butter in a thin, steady stream. You’ll see the mixture thicken as you go. If necessary, add a bit of hot water if it’s too thick. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Readers want to know

Stainless steel flatware: is it all the same? No! At first glance, they’re all shiny and look like they have some heft. So, check the packaging. What you want is 18⁄10, which means 18 percent chromium and 10 percent nickel. Stainless steel is essentially iron with more than 10 percent chromium. The higher the nickel content, the more protection from corrosion. Get as close to those numbers as you can. If you can pick a fork or spoon up, go ahead. It will feel good in your hand with the 18⁄10, not featherweight, and the polish will be elegant. Definitely worth the higher price. You can also polish them with a bit of clear vinegar if they get water spots on them. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is an herbalist, educator and author. E-mail columns@community press.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Call 513-2487130, ext. 356.

Community

Painting Like the Old Masters

Instructor: Carin Hebenstreit Learn a simple step-by-step method to copy an old master portrait. Students will complete a painting and be more knowledgeable of the old master techniques. Call or email Carin to register, 513-681-8995 or chebenstreit@fuse.net. Dates: July 29, 30 and 31 Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day Cost: $300 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; limited to 15 students Carin Hebenstreit creates compelling portraits. Her technique, influenced by the Renaissance masters and honed through years of study abroad, incorporates glazing layers of paint over her underpainting to produce luminosity and richness of color. Hebenstreit brings her subjects to life through the flow and movement and design of the painting. She is truly one of the most evocative portrait artists of our time. Hebenstreit has been painting portraits for more than years. Her portraits, landscapes and still life paintings are included in private collections across the country. Her work has been exhibited in fine art galleries including Clossonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and The Cincinnati Art Galleries. Her work is featured in many public spaces such as Cincinnati Music

Hall, The University of Cincinnati Law College, The Bahmann Foundation, and The American Golf Association For more information go to www.carinhebenstreit.com.

Self Portraiture & Understanding the Human Face

Instructor: Daryl Urig Rembrandt painted self-portraits throughout his life, creating subtle masterpieces that really seem to capture who he was, as did many old master painters who followed this process. This is a great workshop to start doing portrait work, perfect for beginners and more advanced. Class sizes are limited so please sign up early. To reserve your spot: Pay by mail â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Send check to The Paintings of Daryl Urig, 654 Ridgeview Drive, Harrison OH 45030 or; Pay online: â&#x20AC;&#x201C; www.darylurig. com/workshops-and-learning.aspx. Students must bring their own art supplies, pallet knives, photographs to paint, easels and lunch. Date: July 2 and July 3 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $225 Nationally Acclaimed oil painter Daryl Urig will provide a unique presentation of rich instruction on the benefits of self-portraiture and describing the human facial features using three different and complimentary approaches. These will benefit the painter in painting a more in-depth

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portrait. Students will develop preliminary studies and a final self-portrait based on demonstrations, artistic selfexploration and inspiring instruction. Urig is an adjunct professor with the University of Cincinnati for more than 10 years and created a four-year program for the University of Cincinnati as its Academic coordinator. He has painted all through his career while his work has hung in the Columbus Art Museum and the Toledo Art Museum. He has won major awards all across the United States including the Salmagundi Club in New York City. He is represented by many galleries in the United States including the prestigious Hilligoss Galleries of Chicago, on the Magnificent Mile. He has won awards with the Portrait Society of America and is the premier painter for the Indian Hill Historic Society in Indian Hill. His Blog â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Adventures of an American Oil Painter,â&#x20AC;? is read by more than 50,000 viewers annually. His unique painting understanding and ability to teach makes him a worthwhile resource for entry level to professional painters.View his work on the web: www.darylurig.com/ The Evendale Cultural Arts Center is at 10500 Reading Road in Evendale, in the restored Civic Center. For more information, call the Evendale Cultural Arts Center at 513563-1350 or the Evendale Recreation Center at 513-563-2247; email evendaleculturalarts@gmail.com or visit online at www.evendaleohio.org.

Helping children succeed

Every Child Succeeds, an agency that provides in-home services to high-risk, firsttime mothers, recently elected Wyoming residents Michael Kremzar to chair the board of trustees and Deborah Vargo to the board of trustees. Kremzar, a retired vice president of Procter & Gamble, is a long-time supporter of ECS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nearly 12 years ago, I became aware of concerns about the community outcomes through the lack of high school readiness, low scholastic achievement and the high crime rate among young adults in our city. From the inception, I have been an enthusiastic supporter of the program that provides basic intervention for at-risk families,â&#x20AC;? Kremzar said.

Kremzar joined the board of ECS in 2006 and his work with the agency influenced his recent election to board chair. Vargo, who is a global research and development director of personal health care at Procter & Gamble, is a recent supporter of ECS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;During this board term, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be working with the business development committee and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m excited to use my skills to help ECS change lives for the better,â&#x20AC;? Vargo said. ECS is an evidence-based, results-oriented agency that directly affects the lives of atrisk moms and their babies through home visitation programs. ECS works with nearly 1,700 moms who receive lifechanging assistance with the task of raising a healthy child. More information about ECS is available online at www.everychildsucceeds.org or by calling 636-2830.

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The Springdale Health Department has an immunization clinic for children on the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the municipal building at 11700 Springfield Pike. Appointments are not necessary. Parents should

type b (Hib), hepatitis A for children, hepatitis B for children, human papillomavirus (HPV) (adolescent), influenza (flu), meningococcal conjugate (adolescent), pneumococcal conjugate (for children), rotavirus and chickenpox (Varicella). TB skin tests are also

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Community

June 29, 2011

BUSINESS BRIEFS Cincinnati ‘Maids’ team honored

A four-person team from The Maids of Cincinnati has received a top regional honor from The Maids International for exceptional quality that includes dedication to outstanding service, building strong customer relations and achieving continuous improvement. Team 5 of The Maids of Cincinnati was recognized as a 2010 Regional Team of the Year. Only four of more than 800 teams throughout the franchise system received regional awards; a fifth team won national recognition. Team 5 has been recognized numerous times within the local franchise as the team of the month and they secured The Maids of Cincinnati’s Team of the Year in 2009. Team 5, which represents the Great Lakes Region, was selected

in part for top scores in customer survey results and consistently outshining other teams in scores like customer satisfaction, cleanliness, attentiveness and likelihood to recommend. The awards were given out at the recent annual convention of The Maids International in Omaha, Neb. The Maids of Cincinnati services the residents of Cincinnati and the surrounding communities of Amberley Village, Anderson, Avondale, Blue Ash, Glendale, Hyde Park, Indian Hill, Lockland, Loveland, Madeira, Montgomery, Mt. Lookout, Newtown, Oakley, Parkdale, Pleasant Ridge, Reading, Sharonville, Springdale, Symmes, Terrace Park and Wyoming. For more information about The Maids, call 513396-6900 or visit www. maids.com.

RELIGION Ascension Lutheran Church

The summer worship service began on Sunday, June 6, with one service at 10 a.m. Sunday School for all ages is at 9:45 a.m. The community is invited. Ascension is participating in the Southern Ohio Synod ELCA Malaria Campaign through education about the disease and donations from members and various church groups. The community is invited to participate in all activities of the church and to attend worship service at 10 a.m. There is no Sunday school during the summer. The church is at 7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-3288, www.ascensionlutheranchurch.com.

Brecon United Methodist Church

The church offers worship services on Sundays at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. All are welcome. Samaritan Closet hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The Samaritan Closet is located next to the church. The church is at 7388 E. Kemper Road, Sycamore Township; 4897021.

Church by the Woods

The church offers traditional Sunday worship at 10 a.m. The church is handicapped-accessible. The church conducts English-as-asecond-language classes Satur-

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Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)

VINEYARD CHURCH NORTHWEST COLERAIN TOWNSHIP

BAPTIST Creek Road Baptist Church 3906 Creek Rd., Sharonville, Cincinnati, OH 513-563-2410 elder@creekroad.org Sunday School 9:30am Sunday Worship 10:45am, 6:00pm Wednesday Worship 7:00pm Pastor, Rev. David B Smith Wyoming Baptist Church

(A Church For All Seasons) Burns and Waverly Avenues Cincinnati Oh. 821.8430

Steve Cummins, Senior Pastor Christian Discipleship Training. 9:oo am Coffee Koinonia............................10:00am Praise & Worship.........................10:30am

www.wyomingbc.homestead.com

CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES Mt. Healthy Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

7717 Harrison Ave Mt. Healthy, OH 45231 Rev. Michael Doerr, Pastor 513-521-6029 Sunday 9:00 a.m...... Contemporary Service 9:45a.m...... Sunday School 10:45 a.m........ Traditional Worship Nursery Staff Provided “A Caring Community of Faith” Welcomes You

EPISCOPAL Christ Church Glendale Episcopal Church 965 Forest Ave - 771-1544 christchurch1@fuse.net www.christchurchglendale.org The Reverend Roger L Foote The Reverend Laura L Chace, Deacon 8am Holy Eucharist I 9am Holy Eucharist II 11am Holy Eucharist II Child Care 9-11 Healing intercessory prayer all services

LUTHERAN CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS) 3301 Compton Rd. (1 block east of Colerain) 513-385-8342 www.christ-lcms.org Sun. School & Bible Class 9:00 AM Worship: Sunday 10:00 AM, Wed. 7:15 PM Ofﬁce: 385-8342 Pre-School: 385-8404

Faith Lutheran LCMC

8265 Winton Rd., Finneytown www.faithcinci.org Pastor Robert Curry Contemporary Service 9am Traditional Service 11:00am

Sunday School 10:15

www. trinitymthealthy.org 513-522-3026

1553 Kinney Ave, Mt. Healthy

Worship: 8:30 am traditional - 10:45 am contemporary Sunday School: 9:45 am Nursery provided

www.vcnw.org

Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS 5921 Springdale Rd

Rev. Milton Berner, Pastor

Worship & Sunday School 10:30 a.m, Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sundays

Classic Service and Hymnbook

www.trinitylutherancincinnati.com

385-7024

UNITED METHODIST Christ, the Prince of Peace

EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY CHURCH

United Methodist Church 10507 “Old” Colerain Ave (513) 385-7883 Rev. David Mack Church School for all ages 9:15am Worship 10:30am - Nursery Available www.cpopumc.org

Sunday School Hour (for all ages) 9:15 - 10:15am Worship Service - 10:30 to 11:45am (Childcare provided for infants/ toddlers) Pastor: Rich Lanning Church: 2191 Struble Rd Ofﬁce: 2192 Springdale Rd

“Small enough to know you, Big enough to care”

CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR 8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org "God’s Amazing Love: When I Feel Rejected"

Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am

542-9025

Visitors Welcome www.eccfellowship.org

PRESBYTERIAN Church By The Woods PC(USA) Sun Worship 10:00am Childcare Provided 3755 Cornell Rd 563-6447 www.ChurchByTheWoods.org ............................................

Nursery Care Provided

Dr. Cathy Johns, Senior Pastor Rev. Doug Johns, Senior Pastor

FOREST CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

680 W Sharon Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45240

513-825-3040

Traditional Service: 9:30 AM ConneXion Contemporary Service: 11:30 AM Sunday School: 10:30 AM

Monfort Heights United Methodist Church

3682 West Fork Rd , west of North Bend Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11:00am Contemporary Worhip 9:44am

Lighthouse Baptist Church has Sunday School at 10 a.m., Sunday morning service at 11 a.m., Sunday evening service at 6 p.m. and Wednesday service at 7 p.m. The church uses the King James Bible, sings traditional hymns and has conservative music. Sunday School classes are available for all ages. A well-staffed nursery is provided for each service. The church is meeting at Raffel’s Blue Ash Banquet Center, at 11330 Williamson Road, Blue Ash; 7093344.

Church of the Saviour United Methodist

A Wednesday worship service is being conducted at 7:30 p.m. through Aug. 10. Weekly summer camps began the week of June 7, and have a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday schedule. Visit www.cos-umc.org for details and registration. Vacation Bible school is 9 a.m. to noon, June 27 to July 1; and 68:30 p.m., Aug. 8-12. Call the church for details or to register. Fall Adult Mission Trip planning is underway. If interested in an Oct. 6-9 service project to Appalachia Tenn. area, call the church for details. The church is searching for crafter and vendors to join the Fall Craft Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Nov. 12. Register at www.cosumc.org/craftshow.htm. Traditional worship services are 8:20 a.m. and 11 a.m.; contemporary music is 9:40 a.m. every Sunday. The church is at 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Cincinnati; 791-3142; www.cosumc.org.

New Church of Montgomery

The church is temporarily conducting Sunday services at Strawser Funeral Home, 9305 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash. The church conducts worship at 10:30 a.m., Sundays and Study Group the first four Sundays of the month from 9 to 10 a.m. The study group is now studying “Divine Love and Wisdom” by Emanuel Swedenborg. All are welcome. The church is temporarily having services at 9503 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash; 489-9572; newchurch@cinci.rr.com; www.newchurchofmontgomery.net.

St. Barnabas Episcopal Church

Compass Community Church

Compass Community Church takes a different approach to worship, starting with regular Sunday services at Rhinos Live, an entertainment venue. Compass Community Church pastor Dorrien Hinsey needed to find a new home for his three-year-old church. The search had been on for awhile, but some buildings cost too much, others weren’t a good fit for the size of the congregation, and still others were a logistical nightmare when it came to setting up equipment and other elements for a church service. Then he found an unlikely place that seemed “just right.” As he drove by Rhinos Live on Chester Road, he was intrigued by the idea that it was conveniently located, and most likely had the space and equipment he was looking for. After a chat with owner Larry Keckeis, Hinsey knew the hunt had ended with Rhinos. The church held its first service at Rhinos Live in late August 2010. “We’re excited to have found the right spot,” says Hinsey. “Sure, it’s a little different, but then, so are we. This building has the space, equipment, and flexibility to let us do our thing — which is to give folks good music and a sound message in a casual atmosphere.” Rhinos owner Keckeis agrees, “I’m glad to be able to help Dorrien and his church. I think it’ll bring positive energy to our place.” The church holds services at Rhinos Live, 11473 Chester Road, Sharonville.

Kingdom Builders Apostolic Church

The church invites all to worship the Lord with them. Sunday school is at 10 a.m., and morning worship is at 11:30 a.m. Sunday evening Bible class is 4 p.m. and Wednesday night Bible class is 7-9 p.m. Pastor is Kirk Peoples Jr. The church is located at 3152 Lighthouse Drive, Suite C-2, Fairfield; 874-0446; www.kingdombuildersapostolic.com.

Vacation Bible School with an artistic and musical emphasis will be held Thursday July 28 to Sunday, July 31. Kids will learn about God through vocals, instrumentals, drumline, bells, fine art and drama. Contact the church to sign-up. All kids in the community third through sixth grade are welcome. The next Habitat for Humanity work day is Saturday July 16. The last work day of the season is Sept. 10. Contact the church for sign-up information. The church is collecting non-perishable grocery items for the Findlay Street food pantry and seeking volunteers to deliver bread daily from Kroger and Panera. Findlay Street summer camp started June 6 and continues Monday through Friday throughout the summer. Volunteers are need to help chaperone field trips, direct craft projects, make sandwich lunches and more. Contact the church for further information. Opera Goes to Church, a collaborative between Cincinnati Opera and area churches, will be hosted by St. Barnabas at 7 p.m., Friday, July 1. The cost is free, but call the Cincinnati Opera box office at 241-2742 for tickets. Internationally acclaimed artists and local talent will perform gospel/sacred music, jazz and classical music. Youth Summer Choir camp begin Sat. July 9 and runs from 9-10:30 a.m. six Saturday mornings to Aug. 13. The camp will include ear training exercises, vocal technique practice and rehearsal of pieces for fall services. Contact the church for sign-up and further information. Summer fellowship events: Reds Outing at 1:10 p.m., on Sunday, July 31 vs. the San Francisco Giants, Annual Canoe Trip on Sat. July 9 and the Annual Parish Picnic on Sunday, Aug. 28. An Intercessory Healing Prayer Service is held the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. A Men’s Breakfast group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. at Steak N Shake in Montgomery. Ladies Bible Study meets at 10 a.m.

Taiwanese Ministry 769-0725 2:00pm

3:30pm

Northminster Presbyterian Church 703 Compton Rd., Finneytown 931-0243 Transforming Lives for Jesus Christ Sunday Worship Schedule Traditional Services: 8:00 & 10:15am Contemporary Services: 9:00 & 11:30am Student Cafe: 10:15am Childcare Available Jeff Hosmer & Nancy Ross- Zimmerman - Pastors

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Mt Healthy United Methodist Church

Corner of Compton and Perry Streets 931-5827 Sunday School 8:45 - 9:45am Traditional Worship 10:00 - 11:00am Contemporary Worship 11:30 - 12:30 Healing Service, last Sunday of the month at 5 pm "Come as a guest. Leave as a friend".

Sharonville United Methodist

8:15 & 11amTraditional Service & Kingdom Kids 9:30am Contemporary Worship & Sunday School 7:00pm Wednesday, Small Groups for all ages Infant care available for all services

3751 Creek Rd.

513-563-0117

NEW TIMES AS WE WELCOME

NON-DENOMINATIONAL HIGHVIEW CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Life on Purpose in Community” 2651 Adams Rd. (near Pippin) Worship Assembly-Sunday 10:45am Phone 825-9553 www.highviewchristianchurch.com

Salem White Oak Presbyterian

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST FLEMING ROAD United Church of Christ

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Nursery Provided

5312 Old Blue Rock Rd., off Springdale

Phone: 385-9077 Rev. Michelle Torigian Sunday Worship: 10:30am Sunday School: 9:15am Nursery Available/Handicap Access www.stpaulucccolerain.org www.facebook.com/StPaulUCC

Sharonville United Methodist Church

The Tender Loving Care Ministry (TLC) will meet to make plans for their continuing ministry of visiting and delivering communion to homebound members at 7:30 p.m. June 30. The annual SUMC Golf Outing is planned for Saturday, August 6 at Glenview Golf Course. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m at the clubhouse. Entry forms are available at the Welcome Center. A new seminar series entitled Introduction to World Religions will begin on Sunday July 17 with guest speaker, Rabbi Michael Shulman from Wise Temple. Three following seminars will explore Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism. All seminars will take place from 4-6 p.m. on Sundays, and will include time for questions. Nursery care will be provided. The Youth Group will have a Mission Trip Retreat June 24-26 in preparation for their Mission Trip to Washington D.C. in July. Serendipity Seniors meet for lunch every fourth Thursday. A Bereavement Group meets for lunch every first Thursday. Visitors and guests are always welcome to atttend services and special events. Traditional services are at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. and a contemporary service at 9:30. Children’s classes are at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. There are several adult classes and some study groups that meet in homes. The services are broadcast with a two-week delay at 10 a.m. Sundays on Channel 24 and at 9 p.m., on Thursdays on Channel 18. The church is at 3751 Creek Road, Sharonville; 563-0117; www.sharonville-umc.org.

Sycamore Christian Church

Sunday Worship Service is at 10:30 a.m. Bible Study is at 9 a.m. every Sunday. The church is hosting Ladies WOW Study Group (Women on Wednesdays) at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month. The event includes light refreshments and a study of Beth Moore’s “Stepping Up.” The church hosts Adult and Youth Bible Studies at 7 p.m. every Wednesday. The church is at 6555 Cooper Road, Sycamore Township; 891-7891, www.sycamorechristianchurch.

Victorious Empowerment Worship Center

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691 Fleming Rd 522-2780 Rev Pat McKinney

St. Paul United Church of Christ

on Tuesday mornings at the church. Friends in Fellowship meets at 6:15 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month for dinner at the church. A Bereavement Support Group for widow and widowers meets from 10-11 a.m. the second and fourth Saturdays. Sunday worship services are 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Parent Church School meets at 9:30 a.m. the second Sunday of each month. The church is at 10345 Montgomery Road, Montgomery; 984-8401; www.st-barnabas.org.

Truelight Missionary Baptist Church

Northwest Community Church 8735 Cheviot Rd, by Colerain HS Rev. Kevin Murphy, Pastor 513-385-8973 Worship and Sunday School 10AM Handicap Accessible/Nursery Available

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The church offers services at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays, and 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The pastor is Chris Mobley. The church is at 4311 Eastern Ave., Columbia Tusculum; 256-0132.

Nursery Available * Sunday School 513-481-8699 * www. mhumc.org

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4695 Blue Rock Road Colerain Twp. South of Ronald Reagan and I-275 www.hopeonbluerock.org 923-3370

513-385-4888

Pastor Todd A. Cutter

HOPE LUTHERAN Pastor Lisa Arrington 9:00 am Contemporary Worship 10:00 am Welcome Hour/ Sun School 11:00 am Traditional Worship

Three Weekend Services! Saturday - 5:30 pm Sunday - 9:30 & 11:15 am 9165 Round Top Rd (1/4 mi. so. of Northgate Mall)

CE-1001637197-01

Well staffed Nursery, Active Youth & College Groups, Exciting Music Dept, Seniors Group, Deaf Ministry www.friendshipbaptistcincinnati.org

“Growing Closer to God, Growing Closer to Neighbor”

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Lighthouse Baptist Church

day mornings. If you need to learn English, or know someone who does, call 563-6447. The church is at 3755 Cornell Road, Sharonville; 563-6447; www.churchbythewoods.org.

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Have you wanted to be a part of a dance, mime or step team ministry but just couldn’t find a church with your age group? Are you searching for a church that you can call home and be feed through the word of God? Come out and see how God is working through a collection of people who are imperfect; who are serving a perfect God. There’s a blessing for you at Victorious Empowerment Worship Center whether you’re a preschooler or a senior citizen, single or married, there is a place for you. If you would like more information or feel lead by the Lord to attend our services, please call Victorious Empowerment Worship Center, or come worship on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Kendrick L. Southerland is the pastor. The church is at 8416 Vine St., Hartwell; 578-0190.

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SHARONVILLE

Arrests/citations

Jamal Kelley, 30, 3341 Boxwood Circle, drug possession, June 6. Shamel Thorton, 31, 3343 Evanstan, possession at Drury Inn, June 2. Jerrod Frederick, 30, 1152 Nalvie Run Road, passing bad checks at 5680 E. Kemper Road, June 7. Latwaina Ruffin, 21, 2568 Nottingham, theft, forgery at 1629 E. Kemper Road, June 6. Brenda Claxton, 31, 65 Woodfield Court, operating vehicle impaired at westbound 275 and 75, June 8. Ericka Stanton, 31, 12121 3rd Avenue, theft at 12035 Lebanon Road, June 7. Kevin Townsend, 27, 5481 Idlewood Road, theft at Micro Center, June 7. Sasha Johnson, 38, 2484 Walden Glen Drive, drug abuse at Costco, June 10. Kelly Thompson, 27, 1020 Southfield, drug abuse at 2000 E. Kemper Road, June 11. January Huddleson, 35, 9024 Symmes Knoll, theft at 2 Yorktowne Drive, June 11. Tyler Jones, 20, 9284 West Chester Park Court, robbery at 1183 Reading Road, June 10.

Incidents/investigations Assault

Reported at 3254 E. Kemper, June 1.

Breaking and entering

The Community Press publishes the names of all adults charged with offenses. This information is a matter of public record and does not imply guilt or innocence. To contact your local police department: Evendale, Chief Niel Korte, 563-2249; Glendale, Chief Dave Warman, 771-7645 or 771-7882; Sharonville, Chief Mike Schappa, 563-1147; Springdale, Chief Mike Mathis, 346-5790; Wyoming, Chief Gary J. Baldauf, 821-0141. and removed at 6740 Fields Ertel, June 10. Attempt made at 4015 Executive Park Drive, June 13. Copper pipes valued at $40 removed at 10951 Reading Road, June 12.

Burglary

Residence entered and jewelry valued at $20,000 removed at 11810 Golden Hill Place, June 7. Residence entered and TVs, Playstation, jewelry valued at $2,310 removed at 10857 Sharondale, June 10.

Criminal damaging

Eggs thrown at vehicle at 12100 Midpines, June 13. Fence damaged at 8163 McCauley, June 11. Eggs thrown at vehicle at 11171 Dowlin, June 12. Windshield shattered by pellets at 478 Lexington Drive, June 15.

Felonious assault

Reported at 415 Lexington Drive, June 11.

Safe and cash registered damaged

REAL ESTATE EVENDALE

3678 Vineyard Ridge : Brewer James H. & Joanne E. to Hagner Susan L.; $300,000. 9850 Pondside Court: Morelock Lisa Marie to Swart Carl A. & Julie A.; $464,879.

GLENDALE

730 Troy Ave.: Dudis James C. to Johnson Anna Rae; $350,000. 830 Troy Ave.: Hoeweler Alan E. to Carey Robert; $120,000.

SHARONVILLE

10991 Main St.: Costello Joan F. to Fritz Timothy J.; $75,000. 1711 Continental Drive: Barnhart Gary S. & Jane F. to Barnhart Gary V.; $115,000. 4989 Lord Alfred Court: Rapp R. Paul & Holly G. to Medgansis Susan; $145,000.

SPRINGDALE

452 Maple Circle Drive: Keller Robert D. to Hsbc Mortgage Services Inc.; $72,000.

WOODLAWN

93 Sheffield Road: Re Recycle It LLC to Burnet Capital LLC; $32,000. 93 Sheffield Road: Burnet Capital LLC to H/H Group LLC; $44,900.

WYOMING

1279 Sweetwater Drive: Hendley

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DEATHS John K. Smith

John K. Smith, 69, of Sharonville died June 15. He was a member of the Sycamore Senior Center and volunteer for Meals on Wheels. Survived by companion of 14 years, Bonnie Henry; children Greg (Karen), Rick (Kristine) and Amie Smith; grandchildren Michelle, Brad, Jacob, Kelsey, Cole and Zachary Smith; sister Gayanne (Jack) Williams; and nephew, David (Pam) Fette Preceded in death by parents Beatrice K. and Richard E. Smith. Services were June 20 at Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home, Evendale. Memorials to; Tri State Parkinson’s Wellness Chapter, 260 Stetson St., Suite 2300, Cincinnati, OH 45267.

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Menacing by stalking

Reported at 301 Tarryton, June 7.

Robbery

Reported at 11186 Reading Road, June 11.

Theft

Credit cards removed at 2 Yorktowne, June 6. $700 removed at 3859 Beavercreek, June 8. GPS and ipod cord valued at $145 removed at 10831 Thornview Drive, June 9. $400 removed at East Sharon Road, June 9. Computer and bag valued at $500 removed at 11755 Mosteller Road, June 4. $3,500 removed at 11355 Chester Road, June 12. Wallet and contents of unknown value removed at 11770 Lebanon Road, June 9. $300 removed at 11029 Dowlin Drive, June 14.

Theft, criminal damaging

Ipod, laptop valued at $882 removed

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at 11160 Dowlin, June 11. Computer, bag, hard drive valued at $1750 removed at 11029 Dowlin Drive, June 11.

Theft, forgery

$17,800 removed at 12175 Reading Road, June 1.

Unauthorized use of property

Reported at 4218 Beavercreek Circle, June 7.

SPRINGDALE

Arrests/citations

Margaret Whigham-Moore, 48, 928 Chesterdale Circle, domestic violence at 928 Chesterdale Circle, June 7. Allah Jackson, 34, 7344 Reading Road, forgery at 400 Kemper Road, June 8. Mark Goins, 37, 616 Smiley, public intoxication, June 9. Vicky Jones, 50, 108 Martha Lane, theft at 12105 Lawnview, June 9. Tari Berke, 60, 9631 Otterbein Road, theft at 1100 Kemper Road, June 10. Anthony Sampson, 49, 723 Ledro St., theft at 12105 Lawnview, June 10. Staci Carver, 41, 3466 W. Galbraith, theft at 300 Kemper Road, June 10. Genis Roblero-Trigueros, 24, 1116 Chesterdale, public intoxication at 1116 Chesterdale Circle, June 11. Ashley Carney, 24, 4256 Colerain Ave., theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, June 11. Isaias Sanchez, 30, 1046 Chesterdale, public intoxication at 12105 Lawnview, June 11. Major McQueen, 18, 6130 Ridge Ackers, theft at 485 Kemper

Information is provided as a public service by the office of Hamilton County Auditor Dusty Rhodes. Neighborhood designations are approximate.

David George & Doreen to Levine Peter & Aila Mella; $389,500. 22 Allen Ave.: Schultz Roberta to Pachan W. Michael; $150,000. 330 Reily Road: Neuss Gwyneth J. to Thomas Illya T. & Patricia C.; $615,000.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul would like to thank Reds fans for helping to Strike Out Hunger. Fans who attended the June 3 Reds game at Great American Ballpark donated more than 6,000 pounds of canned goods – enough to help feed 2,100 people. For contributing to the food drive, fans received tickets to the Sept. 19 game between the Reds and the

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Incidents/investigations Assault

Victim struck at 1108 Chesterdale, June 10.

Merchandise valued at $600 removed at 485 Kemper Road, June 7. Satchel valued at $70 removed at 12064 Springfield Pike, June 6. $20 in gas removed at 335 Northland Blvd., June 6.

Domestic

Reported at Princeton Pike, June 12. Reported at Chesterwood, June 11. Reported at Chesterwood, June 11. Female victim reported at Chardon, June 10.

Menacing

Victim threatened at 11700 Princeton Pike, June 6.

Theft

$100 removed from register at 11711 Princeton, June 13. $1,800 removed at 11400 Princeton Pike, June 13. $250 in jewelry removed from residence at 252 Nelson, June 12. Meals valued at $16.83 not paid for at 11723 Princeton Pike, June 11. $130 in clothing removed at 455 Kemper Road, June 9. Mower valued at $500 removed at 403 Vista Glen, June 8. Cell phones valued at $550 removed at 11700 Princeton Pike, Jan. 0.

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June 29, 2011

LEGAL NOTICE A public hearing will be held at the Springdale Council meeting at 11700 Springfield Pike, Springdale OH 45246 at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 3, 2011 to discuss the following: ORDINANCE NO. 26-2011-AMENDING SECTION 153.431 OF THE CITY OF SPRINGDALE ZONING CODE REGARDING OUTDOOR ADVERTIS ING DEVICES Kathy McNear Clerk of Council/ Finance Director 8093

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LEGAL NOTICE The City of Reading at the City Hall Building, 1000 Market Street, Reading, Ohio 45215 will receive sealed bids until 10:00 a.m. local time on July 6, 2011. Bids will be opened and read in the Council Chambers immediately thereafter, for the purpose of entering into a contract for FUHRMAN ROAD IMPROVEMENTS. Each bid must be made in accordance with the plans & specifications which are now on file in the general offices of the City of Reading. Cost of the plans & specifications is $25.00 (non-refundable). Bid envelopes should have the date of the bid on the outside and be plainly marked:

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“FUHRMAN ROAD IMPROVEMENTS” Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of every person, firm or corporation interested in the same and if a corporation, the name and address of the president and secretary, and shall be accompa nied by a bond given in favor of the City of Reading, Ohio for an amount equal to at least 10% of the total amount of the bid, with surety or sureties satisfactory to the City of Reading from a surety company authorized to do business in Ohio. The bond shall provide that the bidder shall, within 30 days after notice of acceptance of his proposal, enter into a contract and give an acceptable bond in the sum of not less than 100% of the contract price to properly secure performance within the contract time. The amount of the bond to be paid to the City as stipulated or liquidated damages in case of failure or refusal to enter into the contract as provided. If the proposal is not accompanied by a bond, then it must be accompanied by a certified check on a solvent bank for an amount equal to at least 10% of the total amount of the bid, made payable to the City of Reading which shall be forfeited to the City if the bidder fails to enter into a contract with the City and furnish the 100% of the contract price for the faithful performance thereof within 30 days after notice of acceptance of proposal. Contractors must comply with all federal and state laws regarding safety standards, etc. Prevailing wage project. The City of Reading reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities. The bond/check of unsuccessful bidders, or the amounts thereof, will be returned. City of Reading,Ohio Patrick Ross ,Safety Service Director 1001646400

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June 29, 2011

Village of Lockland, Ohio What’s On Tap? 2010 Water Quality Consumers’ Confidence Report Last year, as in years past, your Lockland tap water met all US EPA and State EPA drinking water health standards! This pamphlet, What’s On Tap? gives all the details. Lockland Water Source The source of Lockland’s drinking water is three wells, about 200 feet deep, each having the capacity to pump 700 to 900 gallons per minute: that’s more than 1,000,000 gallons per day. The wells are located three miles north of Lockland in Sharonville, Ohio. This source has provided a dependable water supply since the early 1940s The wells are susceptible to contamination due to the sensitive nature of the sand and gravel aquifer in which the water wells are located and the existing potential contaminant sources (e.g., commercial and man-ufacturing establishments). The wells’ depth, however, of about 200 feet, provides some natural protection against the downward migration of contamination. Since 1999, in order to minimize any future potential contamination to the well field, Lockland has been active in implementing EPA recommended strategies, including: • Wellhead Protection Inventory of Potential Pollution Sources in 2001 • Wellhead Protection Delineation in 1999 • Implemented Wellhead Management Plan in 2003 • Resurvey of Potential Sources in 2002, 2003, 2007, and 2008 Ohio EPA awarded Lockland a certificate commending the Village for our Wellhead Protection Program. Water Treatment Process The well water is pumped from the well field to the Lockland water treatment plant for the following processes: • Reduce the Well Water Hardness. The well water hardness, averaging 385 mg/l (parts per million), is reduced to an average of 175 mg/l by adding lime (calcium hydroxide) to precipitate the harness as calcium carbonate. • Stabilization. Corrosion and lime scale deposits in the water distribution system and residential plumbing are minimized by adjusting the water pH with carbon dioxide and adding 1 mg/l sodium hexameta phosphate (Calgon). • Sterilization. Is achieved by the addition of chlorine to the water. The average chlorine residual in the distribution system was 0/8 mg/l, the maximum was 2.2 mg/l. The EPA maximum allowable residual is 4.0 mg/l. • Filtration. Is achieved by running the water through two sand and gravel gravity filers before distribution to Lockland customers. Village Of Lockland EPA-Required 2010 Annual Water Quality Monitoring Report Contaminant Source Violation Analyses Level Found MCL Date (only primary sources listed)

Substance Organics VOCs Trihalomethane Haloacetic Acids SOCs Alachlor Atrizine Simazine Inorganics Antimony Arsenic Barium Beryllium Cadmium Chromium Copper* Cyanide Fluoride Lead ** Mercury Nitrate Selenium Thallium Radioactives Alpha Ra-228 VOC SOC MCL MCLG AL TT

N/A 40 ppb 30 ppb

<MCL 6.2 ppb 6.05 ppb

None None None

4/17/09 Discharge from chemical plants/industrial activities 4/17/09 Chlorinated by product 9/08/06 Chlorinated by product

0.002 ppm 0.003 ppm 0.004 ppm

<0.21 ppb <0.31 ppb <0.41 ppb

None None

4/17/09 4/17109 4/17/09

Runoff from herbicides used on row crops Runoff from herbicides used on row crops Runoff from herbicides used on row crops

6 ppb 10 ppb 2 ppm 4 ppb 5 ppb 0.1 ppm 1.3 ppm 0.2 ppm 4 ppm 0.015 ppm 0.002 ppm 10 ppm 0.05 ppm 0.002 ppm

<4 ppb 3.06 ppb <0.3 ppm <1.00 ppb <1.00 ppb <10.0 ppb <0.50 ppb <0.005 ppm 0.191 ppm <0.05 ppb <0.2 ppm <0.1 ppm <5.00 ppb <1.50 ppb

None None None None None None None None None None None None None None

4/20/09 4/20/09 4/20/09 4/20/09 4/20/09 4/20/09 9/00/08 4/20/09 4/13/09 9//00/08 4/20/09 1/13/10 4/20/09 4/20/09

Discharge from petroleum refineries Erosion of natural deposits, orchard runoff Discharge of drilling & metal refineries wastes Discharge from metal refineries, coal burning factories Corrosion of galvanized pipes, erosion natural deposits Discharge from steel and pulp mills, erosion natural deposits Corrosion household plumbing, erosion natural deposits Discharge from steel/metal factories Erosion natural deposits, water additive Corrosion household plumbing Runoff from fertilizer use & septic tanks Erosion natural deposits, factory discharges Discharge petroleum and metal refineries Leaching from ore processing

None None

<1 pCi/1 <1pCi/

Volatile Organic Compounds Synthetic Organic Compounds Maximum Contaminant Level Maximum Contaminant Level Goal Action Level Treatment Techniquie

* Action Level 1.3 ppm

**Action Level 0.015 ppm

Erosion natural deposits 4/27/09 None Erosion natural deposits 7/21/09 None Deﬁnitions*** MRDL Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Maximum Residual Level Goal MRDLG parts per million e.g. mg/l –milligrams per liter ppm ppb parts per billion e.g. ug/l - micrograms per liter pica Curies per liter pCi/l *** Deﬁnitions are abridged

Routine Water Quality Analysis Average 2010 Daily Treated Water Quality Analyses: Hardness, four times per day Alkalinity, four times per day Chlorine (free), four times per day Chlorine, maximum Distribution System: All Negative Bacteriological, four times per month: EPA Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): 4.0 mg/l

168.0 mg/l 67.0 mg/l 1.2 mg/l 2.2 mg/l

Possible Drinking Water Contaminants Drinking water, including bottled water, may be reasonably expected to contain small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health risks can be obtained by calling EPA’s Drinking Water Hotline (l.800.426.4791) or at http://water.epa.gov/drink/contaminants/. Some people, however, may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. People whose immune systems are compromised—such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy; persons who have undergone organ transplants; people with HIV/ AIDS or other immune system disorders; some elderly persons; and infants—can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. The EPA and CDC guidelines on appropriate means of lessening the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the US EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1.800.426.4791) and http://water.epa.gov/drink/contaminants/ Sources of drinking water (both tap and bottled water) may dissolve potential contaminants as the water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground. Since Lockland’s water source is from deep wells, the contaminant source is primarily dissolved, naturally occurring minerals. Based upon past monitoring data, lead in Lockland’s drinking water is not a concern. The most recent test results, for a set of 20 samples, collected on September 29, 2008 at individual residences, were all less than the detectable level. If present, however, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and component pieces of water service lines and home plumbing. Lockland’s public drinking water system is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in home plumbing components. If your water has been setting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by running your tap for 30 seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline 1.800.426.4791 or at http://www.epa.gov/ safewater/lead. Water Treatment Plant Operations The Director of Public Works, Dean Walden is responsible for the Water Treatment Plant’s operation. Each month we send reports to Ohio EPA. These reports show our compliance with EPA’s chemical and bacteriological health regulations. Annually, Ohio EPA’s engineers also inspect the water system for compliance with regulations, laboratory procedures, water quality and facilities maintenance. Lockland’s Water Treatment Plant Operators are licensed by the State of Ohio.* They are: Mike Foster ORC: WS2-1011952-01 Gary Koehne WS2-1009254-78 Dwight Sowder WS1-10651 72-09 *A Class 2 license is required for all water plants of Lockland’s size and type of treatment process and distribution system. Mr. Sowder is currently preparing for the Class 2 license examination. If You Have Any Questions . . . • Call Dean Walden, Director of Public Works, at 513.733.0957 or voice mail 513.761.7420, Ext. 106. • Write the Village of Lockland 101 North Cooper Avenue, Lockland, Ohio 45215. • Attend a regular Village Council meeting on the third Tuesday of every month.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Wyoming City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, July 18, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Wyoming Council Chambers located at 800 Oak Avenue, Wyoming,OH 45215 on the Tentative Tax Budget prepared by the City of Wyoming, Ohio, for the next succeeding fiscal year ending December 31, 2012. The public is invited to attend and comment. Individuals requiring special accommoda tions to participate or attend should contact the City Building 72 hours prior to the meeting. Large type copies and other accommodations are available upon request. Lynn Tetley City Manager 7514 NOTICE TO LOCKLAND RESIDENTS Non-paying consumers of Lockland water may obtain a copy of the ""2010 Water Quality Consumers’ Confidence Report" by stopping at or calling Town Hall at 7611124. 1001647545 PUBLIC NOTICE There will be a public meeting on August 16, 2011 at 7:15pm in the Village of Lockland Council Chambers, 101 North Cooper Avenue, Lockland, Ohio. Purpose of said meeting is to consider the following: 1) The rehire of David Krings, who is retired and receiving Ohio Public Employees Retirement System retirement benefits, as the Village Administrator. 47827 Legal Notice tempestt vaughn 3819 fox run cinti., oh 45236 room# 100 mattress bags boxes. kenneth jones 2442 gilbert ave cinti., oh 45206 room# 122 boxes storage tubs. kelvin davis 1247 westminster cinti., oh 45229 room# 157 bags boxes table. nytwonia lowe 2706 earlene dr cinti., oh 45238 room# 163 ent. center table stereo microwave boxes bags. brittany hunter 5501 verlum ave cinti., oh 45215 room# 205 2tv’s headboard boxes clothes chairs dresser mini fridge. mark edwards 5133 bellefontaine ave cinti., oh 45229 room# 209 chairs table vacuum bags. nora byrd 1728 garden ln cinti., oh 45237 room# 21 boxes chair tv speakers storage tubs. charles bolston 1109 spring st apt 5 cinti., oh 45202 room# 210 bags small tool box. james riggs 868 rockdale cinti., oh 45229 room# 68 bike bags boxes tv dresser weights stereo framed artwork. anthony parker 1342 walnut st cinti., oh 45202 room# 74 tv tables bookcase boxes bags. kyle roberts 1904 kemper cinti., oh 45202 room# 95 table big screen tv guitars boxes tv suitcas es. nytwonia lowe 2706 earlene dr cinti., oh 45238 room# 97 ac unit bookshelf desk boxes. kelvin davis 1247 westminster cinti., oh 45229 room# b1 table tv dresser ent. center boxes. shawntia currie 1405 race st cinti., oh 45202 room# b21 tv couch loveseat playpen vacuum bags big teddy bear boxes. The above are hereby notified that their goods stored at U-Haul 2320 Gilbert ave Cincinnati, Oh 45206, will be sold at public auction on July 19th, 2011 at or after 9AM. 1648241

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LEGAL NOTICE The following legislation was passed at the Springdale City Council meeting held June 15, 2011. ORDINANCE NO. 22-2011 “ADOPTING CHAPTER 125 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SPRINGDALE REGULATING HOTEL AND MOTEL REGISTRATION” ORDINANCE NO. 25-2011 “CONFIRM ING THE DESIGNA TION OF DEPOSITORIES BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF COUNCIL, INCLUDING THE HUNTINGTON NATIONAL BANK, AS THE DEPOSITO RY FOR THE ACTIVE AND/OR INTERIM DEPOSITS AND U.S. BANK, FIFTH THIRD BANK, PNC BANK, FIRST FINANCIAL BANK, KEY BANK, AND STAR OHIO AS DEPOSITORIES FOR INTERIM DEPOSITS OF THE CITY OF SPRINGDALE, OHIO; DECLARING ALL PUBLIC MONIES COLLECTED OR TO BE COLLECTED DURING THE PERIOD OF DESIGNATION TO BE ACTIVE OR INTERIM DEPOSITS; AND ESTIMAT ING THE PROBABLE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF MONIES SUBJECT TO DEPOSIT THEREIN AT ANY TIME DURING SAID PERIOD” Kathy McNear Clerk of Council /Finance Director 1001646885 Legal Ad Betty Putman 2679 Westbrook dr Cincin nati, Oh 45211 Room# 085 couch loveseat chairs refridgerator fireplace fan mattress es boxes bags tables. Betty Putman 2679 Westbrook Dr. Cincin nati, Oh 45211 Room# 087 hutch china cabinet server tables shelving unit bags boxes patio furniture. walter freytag jr 2356 grant ave cinti., oh 45231 room# 095 futon mattresses tools dressers tv chair bookcase boxes bags ac unit microwave. brittany adams 9972 arborwood dr cinti., oh 45251 room# 102 2 atv’s 3 dirt bikes bicycle mattresses chairs headboard pick up truck utility box kerosene heater dresser tables microwave bags box artificial plants storage tubs. Leslie Fahlbush PO Box 531008 Cincin nati, Oh 45251 Room# 108 chairs ottoman wicker loveseat grill storage crates books boxes storage tubs fan vacuum. derrick mitchell 747 elizabeth st cinti., oh 45203 room# 132 couch futon bags boxes mattresses. melvenia henry 7326 hickman st cinti., oh 45231 room# 154-55 refridgerator bakers rack storage tubs boxes table vacuum coolers grill. elizabeth edwards 11280 colerain ave cinti., oh 45252 room# 165 couch chairs table stereo bags boxes mattress dresser. willie foulks 3404 harvey ave cinti., oh 45229 room# 227 chairs boxes couch dressers monitor tables headboard lamps. domini que oneal 661 neave st cinti., oh 45204 room# 234 chair boxes bags storage tubs ex. equipment washer dryer microwave. marsha green 9138 coogan dr cinti., oh 45231 room# 261 storage tubs washer dryers boxes table refridgerator. The above are hereby notified that their goods stored at U-Haul, located at 9178 Colerain Ave Cincinnati, Oh 45239, will be sold at public auction on July 19th, 2011 at or after 9AM. 1001648245