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Water quality studied Sixth-graders in Laura Carlier’s science class got into character Nov. 15 to help solve two water quality mysteries. The students acted as scientists, doctors and detectives to piece together clues to answer two questions: Why were people in London contracting cholera and why was a small American town suffering from arsenic poisoning? The class was led by Clermont Soil and Water Conservation District Education Coordinator Judy Krebs, who gave the students the background helped them research the answers. Full story, A5

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The Guardians of the Ribbon pink fire truck participates in the Light Up Goshen parade in November. Goshen Township firefighter Erwin Walker said the truck is intended to raise awareness about cancer. JOHN SENEY/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

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Stonelick Twp. resident writes a fishing book Bob Burroughs has fished all over North America. He fishes in fresh water and salt water. He fishes out of boats, from canoes and by wading. And he’s been doing it since he was 5 years old. The Stonelick Township resident gathered all his fishing tales into the book “Where the Gulls Are: Fishing with Joe.” Full story, B6

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GOSHEN TWP. — When a neighbor was diagnosed with cancer in 2008, Goshen Township firefighter Erwin Walker decided to educate himself about the disease. The result was the formation of the local chapter of a cancer awareness group that uses a pink fire truck to spread its message at parades, festivals and other events. In 2010, Walker discovered the Arizona-based non-profit organization called Guardians of the Ribbon that promotes cancer awareness among firefighters, police officers and community leaders. He formed a local chapter named Guardians of the Ribbon – Southeastern Ohio. The southeastern name causes some confusion, Walker said, because Goshen Township is generally considered in southwestern Ohio. “It’s because we’re east of Cincinnati, the biggest city in the area,” he said. Walker said the group’s influence spreads over the entire Tristate region. In September 2010, Walker found an old fire truck once used by Hamilton, Ohio, and purchased it with his own money. He spent the next year getting the truck ready for its mission. The pink paint job was donated

by a company in Springfield, Ohio. The group began taking the truck to events in September. It was featured in the Light Up Walker Goshen parade in November. Walker said he expects to have a full schedule of events for 2012. The fire truck was named “Lisa” in honor of Goshen resident Lisa Kelly, the neighbor who inspired Walker to get involved. “It was a total surprise,” Kelly said the truck’s naming. Kelly, a two-time cancer survivor, has become involved in the Guardians of the Ribbon. “I love what we do with the truck,” she said. “I love going to the events. It really means a lot to me.” When the truck is at events, cancer survivors are allowed to sign their names on the truck. Walker said he has lost count of the number of signatures on the truck. “The truck is used as a tool to support women and cancer groups,” he said. The Guardians of the Ribbon is supported by donations and the sale of T-shirts, Walker said. For more information about the T-shirts and the group see the website www.se-oh-guardian.org/.

BATAVIA — The Clermont County commissioners Dec. 1 appointed Stephen Rabolt to serve as interim Clermont County administrator, following the retirement of current Administrator Dave Spinney Jan. 1. Rabolt has more than 20 years of public service experience. He has been employed by Clermont County since 1996 and is director of the Office of Technology, Communications and Security, overseeing county information technology, phone service, facilities management, records, the Department of Public Safety Services, and the Emergency Management Agency. “I would like to thank the commissioners for their confidence in appointing me to this position,” said Rabolt. “I will do my best to maintain the high standards set by Dave Spinney as the board works toward filling the position with a permanent replacement.” A total of 31 people have applied for the administrator’s position. The commissioners are reviewing the applications. Rabolt said his primary responsibility as the interim administrator will be to oversee

daily county operations and work closely with the commissioners to implement their policies and directives. “My goal is to provide a seamRabolt less transition as Dave Spinney retires and a new administrator is named,” he said. “I look forward to working with all the county department heads, elected officials, county staff and citizens as we head into 2012.” Stephen Rabolt previously was employed as a planner and systems analyst with Oklahoma City, and served as a geographic systems analyst with the City of Albuquerque. He has eight years of experience in private sector technology consulting, including employment as a consultant/department head with Halliburton Corp. in Washington, D.C. Rabolt holds a bachelor of science degree in geography from Rowan University in New Jersey and a masters degree in geography from Oklahoma State University.

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Nov. 18 luncheon hosted by the Clermont Chamber of Commerce at Receptions Conference Center East. Guest speakers were Sheriff A.J. “Tim” Rodenberg and Captain Gary Lee, who filled in for Cincinnati Police Chief James E. Craig. “Our problems are somewhat different and probably in some aspects not as severe,” said Rodenberg, comparing rural crime with urban crime. “Drive-by shootings are non-existent. The people we have to fear are family and friends.” He said the Clermont County Sheriff’s Office investigates a number of domestic violence cases each year, between 30 and

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40 a month. He said the cases now involve parents or grandparents and children along with husbands and wives. “I wouldn't call it an epidemic, but it’s definitely a problem we have out here,” said Rodenberg. Another problem he cited is the thefts of items such as TVs, computers, cell phones and golf clubs throughout the county. In particular he mentioned the thefts of air conditioning units for their precious metals. “AC units are being removed from homes, are being completely cut out. We’ve had a few taken off the roof,” said Rodenberg. “They’re getting them to take the metals out for scrap. To get a fair amount of money you have to steal a lot of weight so they’re taking more.” In attendance at the luncheon were 20 students from Glen Este High School involved in student government, sponsored by Huntington Bank. Rodenberg spoke to them directly when he said, “We're looking for good people. We have a license to kill. There’s nothing more significant than that. People have to be top shelf for that kind of job. And that’s the type of people businesses are looking for, too.” Lee spoke about a situation he dealt with in Walnut Hills where a gang was intimidating businesses and selling drugs. He said they worked with the local people to take back their neighborhood. “In today’s society, crime is not a police problem. Crime is a community problem,” said Lee.

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Bob Temple of Cintas, right, helps Milford resident Tim Robinson unload a box of items to be shredded. Milford hosted a free Community Shred Day recently. KELLIE GEIST-MAY/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Shelters proposed for Riverside Park MILFORD — The Parks & Recreation Commission members are proposing two new picnic shelters for Riverside Park II. According to commission chair Charles Evans, one will be a regular picnic shelter and the other will be a multi-use one. Evans said the first shelter would cover up the unsightly foundation of old Little League rest room and also provide some shade near playground. He estimates it would hold two picnic tables. “The other facility we are proposing is a multiuse shelter. Its main purpose would be as a picnic shelter, but it would also be designed to be used as a stage once or twice a year,” Evans told city council

Dec. 6. “At one time it was talked about having an amphitheater and a separate picnic shelter,” said Evans “We feel like it’s not fiscally responsible to have two different venues if one might only be used two or three times for bands,” he said. He estimated that the second, multi-used picnic shelter would hold about 10 picnic tables. Evans said the commission’s goal is to get the shelters in by summer. He is currently working on getting estimates for the project before seeking council approval. “We are going to have a lot more activity down there at Riverside Park,” said council member Charlene Hinners.

Schmidt endorsed

Congresswoman Jean Schmidt was endorsed for re-election Dec. 1 by the Brown County Republican Party’s Central Committee, and she also recently won the backing of GOP organizations in nearby counties. She won the majority of endorsement votes of members of the Clermont County Republican Party’s Central Committee, which Nov. 16 named her “well qualified” for re-election. Ohio’s Second Congressional district includes all or parts of seven counties. Schmidt’s district is expected to expand to eight counties in 2012.

The following candidates have filed petitions for election with the Clermont County Board of Elections to be placed on the March primary ballot. Commissioner (full term commencing Jan. 2, 2013) 1. Ed Humphrey (R) Miami Township 2. Bob Turner (R) Milford Commissioner (full term commencing Jan. 3, 2013) 1. Bob Proud (R) Amelia County Prosecutor 1. Vince Faris (R) Batavia 2. Don White (R) Union Township Clerk of Common Pleas 1. David Uible (R) New Richmond 2. Barb Wiedenbein (R) Union Township County Sheriff 1. A.J. Rodenberg, Jr. (R) Pierce Township County Recorder 1. Deborah J. Clepper (R) Batavia Township County Treasurer 1. J. Robert True (R) Union Township County Engineer 1. Patrick Manger (R) Miami Township County Coroner 1. Brian Treon (R) Milford Common Pleas Court Judge (full term commencing Jan. 1, 2013) 1. Jerry R. McBride (R) Common Pleas Court Judge (full term commencing Jan. 2, 2013) 1. Richard P. Ferenc (R) Common Pleas Court Judge (full term commencing Jan. 3, 2013) 1. Victor M. Haddad (R) 513-732-7890 State Senator 14th District Democrat 1. Charles W. Carlier (D) Goshen Republican 1. Tony Adkins (R) Union Township 2. Paul Hall (R) Williamsburg 3. Steve Purtell (R) Batavia 4. Joe Uecker (R) Miami Township State Representative 65th District Democrat 1. Steve A. Myers (D) Batavia Republican 1. John Becker (R) Union Township 2. Michael R. Brem (R) Batavia State Representative 66th District Democrat 1. Ken P. Mcneely, Jr. (D) Williamsburg Republican 1. Doug Green (R) Mt. Orab 2. Rick Herron (R) Bethel 3. Leo Lopez (R) Milford 4. Nick Owens (R) Batavia The only issue on the primary ballot is a local option request.

PINK FOR AWARENESS

Milford City Council members, administrators and fire chief wore pink to the council meeting Oct. 18 to show their support for breast cancer awareness. In front from left are: Council members Lisa Evans and Amy Brewer, Milford Fire Chief John Cooper, and council members Laurie Walter and Charlene Hinners. Back row: Law Director Mike Minniear, Administrator Jeff Wright, council member Jeff Lykins, Mayor Ralph Vilardo Jr. and Vice Mayor Geoff Pittman. KELLIE GEIST-MAY/THE COMMUNITY PRESS CE-0000487928

NEWS

DECEMBER 14, 2011 • CJN-MMA • A3

Milford society presents preservation awards Greater Milford Area Historical Society hosted the annual holiday dinner and awards program Dec. 1 and honored several people for their outstanding efforts in the preservation of Greater Milford’s history. The 2011 honorees were Mike and Kathy McCurdy for their efforts to preserve the history and the documents located in society’s library. Donna Amman, society administrator , described the Mike and Kathy McCurdy as avid researchers who have assisted numerous people in their historical research. Kathy has worked for several years getting society material entered into a database to preserve this information digitally. Mike has devoted the past two years researching and organizing Milford mil-

itary history focusing on the story of Milford World War II veteran John Foote. Gene and Ross Terrell and Ed and Barb Schreiber were recognized for their dedication to the care and upkeep of Promont House and the grounds. Many of the tasks they perform are very humble such as weeding, taking out trash and other routing maintenance odd jobs, said Amman. “However, they have also done some larger repairs and improvements and completed both a wonderful pergola and information kiosk on site. (About) 450 daffodil bulbs were planted this fall and all our trees are now inventoried and ready for future projects involving these historic specimens.” The final preservation

award recipient was Jackie Williams, nominated by the Milford Black Heritage Society for her efforts in obtaining an appropriate Civil War veteran’s marker for the grave site of Lyman Craig. Through her diligence, this Black Civil War soldier’s burial site in Greenlawn Cemetery is now marked indicating his service. Previous society preservation award receipients have been Dale Roe and DER for his efforts to preserve the intregity of much of Old Milford, the city of Milford for the restoration of the stone gates at Greenlawn Cemetery, St. Andrew Church for the restoration of the original stained glass windows in the building, the Polo Fields Homeowners’ Association for preserving

a family tombstone on the property, Evans Funeral Home for maintaining a historical collection of mortuary items and early Milford advertising items, the Milford Black Heritage Society for collecting and preserving the history of the early Black families in Milford and Miami Township, and individuals Mike Camry for bringing the John Foote story to the society and Sue and John Bradford for researching the Turpin family history and preserving the history and hand work of the Turpin sampler. A reproduction sampler kit has been made available to sampler enthusiasts and is available for sale only through the society. For more information about the society and Promont House, call 248-0324.

Promont House sparkles during holiday season The historic Promont House Museum in Milford literally sparkles this time of the year. “Our holiday theme this year is White Christmas,” said Donna Amann, administrator for the Greater Milford Historical Society Promont House. “There are trees, mantles, staircases and much more decorated in a Victorian-era motif.” The mansion, built in 1865, was once home to Ohio Governor John Pattison and his family. Promont House is at 906 Main Street in Milford. “Every year, hundreds of people visit during the holiday season,” said Amann. “This year our featured collection is a wonderful display of vintage and collectible dolls from

This is one of the rooms of the Promont House Museum decorated in the Victorian holiday tradition. PROVIDED the 1800s. Some of these dolls were well-loved by children, but are in amazingly good shape. There are fashion dolls, and some with bisque, china and even tin heads.” Most of the dolls are on display on the second floor of the museum. There, visitors also will see the annual

art display of Milford grade school children on a tree in the children’s room. “With our White Christmas theme, the third-graders crafted ornaments of snowflakes, snowy owls and snowmen,” said Amann. There is also a Victorian crazy quilt on display that

dates back to 1888. “The women of the Beechurt Reading Club crafted this quilt and each square is signed with their name or initials,” said Amann. “That reading club is now known as the Milford Progress Club. It is the oldest women’s social club in Ohio.” To watch an interview with Amann at Promont House, visit the website www.clermontcountyohio.gov/video1125promont.aspx. Visit the Promont House Museum website for more information about the holiday tour hours at www.MilfordHistory.net or call 2480324. Submitted by Clermont County Communications Director Kathy Lehr.

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Anyone who has a family member or knows of someone serving in these war zones from Goshen Township, can contact Evans at 722-3272 or at andy@evansfuneralhome.com. For more information, see www.goshenlionsclub.com.

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Here’s your chance to honor that special individual or group by nominating them for Clermont County’s annual Salute to Leaders award event. The nomination could be a special teacher or an outstanding student, a caring healthcare worker or someone in the safety and justice field; it could be a neighbor or friend; it could be a group that's made a difference in your life. Nominating them is simple and free to do. Just go to “clermontchamber.com” and click on Salute to Leaders. Choose a category and then fill out the online form. What a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday season by honoring the unsung heroes in our county. Salute to Leaders is a project of the Clermont Chamber Foundation and sponsored by Park National Park, Lykins Oil, AMIG, Siemens, UC Clermont and The Community Press.

Volunteers needed

MILFORD — The Spirit of ’76 committee is selling raffle tickets for a chance to win a 2002 white Ford Crown Victoria. Proceeds from the auction will go towards the Korean War memorial at Miami Meadows Park. R.J. Vilardo said the committee is looking for groups and organizations willing to sell a minimum of 50 tickets. They will receive $5 for every $15 in tickets they sell. To view the car, go to John Sora’s Affordable Used Cars, 731 Ohio 28. The drawing is scheduled for Jan. 25. For more information, call R. J. Vilardo at 2364959 or Bill Knepp at 8312932.

Lions Club to help

GOSHEN TWP. — The Goshen Lions Club is looking for men or women from Goshen Township who are serving in the military in Iraq or Afghanistan. The club would like to send them a care package for Christmas. “This is a project that we have been doing since the beginning of the Afghan and Iraq Wars,” said club member Andy Evans. “We want to continue to thank those who are keeping us free and hopefully add a little comfort from back home.”

Planning meeting

MILFORD — The planning commission will hold a public hearing 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, at council chambers, 745 Center St., Suite 200. The hearing is being held to review a text amendment to the Milford Zoning Ordinance to revise Chapter 1167 Old Mill Overlay District, and Chapter 1191 Signs. The amendment includes revisions to the city’s sign ordinance. For more information, call 831-4192.

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A4 • CJN-MMA • DECEMBER 14, 2011 Senior Drum Major Quinn Cartheuser salutes the audience before the Milford High School marching band's performance in the preliminary round of the Bands of America Grand Nationals in Indianapolis Nov. 10 THANKS

Senior flutist Nina Lowe stands at attention as the band prepares for its final run-through at a rehearsal before its competition at the Bands of America Grand Nationals Nov. 10. THANKS TO GARY PRESLEY

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The Milford High School Marching Band leans into the ballad section of its 2011 competition show, "This Is Us," as baritone player Quinn Cartheuser and trumpet player Aaron Carpenter perform a duet. Senior Drum Major Ashleigh Baker directed this segment of the performance. THANKS TO DEBORAH MARQUES

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Color guard members (clockwise from front) Emily Schulte, Caitlin Presley and Elizabeth Moser do some flag work as the band finishes its Bands of America Grand Nationals performance of their show, "This Is Us." THANKS TO GARY PRESLEY

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Milford after-prom needs volunteers By John Seney jseney@communitypress.com

MIAMI TWP. — Planning is under way for Milford High School’s after-prom in May. “It takes a lot of volunteers,” said Lori Berger, vice president of the high school’s PTSA, which sponsors the event. “We need 100 chaperones the night of afterprom.” The after-prom goes on in the early morning hours following the school’s annual prom, scheduled for Saturday, May 19. This will be the 24th year for Milford’s after-prom, which was

established as an alternative to students engaging in risky behavior, Berger said. “There have been no alcoholrelated deaths on prom night in MilLutz ford since afterprom started,” she said. Berger said about150 students attended the first after-prom. Now more than 800 show up. “You do not have to go to the prom to attend the after-prom.” she said. “More kids attend than attend the prom.”

The after-prom is open to juniors and seniors and their invited guests. A ticket is required for admission. “It costs about $20,000 to put on the after-prom,” Berger said. “The tickets pay for about half and fund-raisers and donations pay the rest.” Milford High School Principal Mark Lutz said the PTSA provides a huge benefit for the school by sponsoring and organizing the after-prom. “Proms and graduations are dangerous times for young people with the parties that occur,”

he said. “This gives us a night that is drug and alcohol free.” “It’s a safe place for the kids with a lot of fun activities,” Lutz said. A PTSA committee already is working on the 2012 event and looking for more volunteers. “People are busy. We understand that,” Berger said about the challenge of finding volunteers. “That’s why we want to highlight this event.” The theme of this year’s after prom is “Hollywood.” There will be plenty of games and activities at the event. “We try to keep the kids as en-

tertained as possible,” Berger said. While the regular prom is held off-campus, after-prom organizers decorate the gym, cafeteria and hallways of the high school for the event. “The idea is to transform the school,” Berger said. Berger said parents and the public are invited to view the decorations at the high school the evening before after-prom. “Parents know where their kids are,” Berger said about after-prom. “It keeps them off the street and not getting into trouble.”

OSU/Honda Math Medal earned by CNE’s Faecher By Kellie Geist-May

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Elizabeth Lambing, right, Emily Kuntz, center, and Grant Fishback examine a map to determine which water wells need to be tested. KELLIE GEIST-MAY/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

CNE students solve water mysteries By Kellie Geist-May kmay@communitypress.com

STONELICK TWP. — Sixthgraders in Laura Carlier’s science class got into character Nov. 15 to help solve two water quality mysteries. The students acted as scientists, doctors and detectives to piece together clues to answer two questions: Why were people in London contracting cholera and why was a small American town suffering from arsenic poisoning? The class was led by Clermont Soil and Water Conservation District Education Coordinator Judy Krebs, who gave the students the background helped them research the answers. Krebs said presenting the water quality information in a fun, engaging format helps the kids grasp the concept of protecting resources. “Ultimately everyone needs to understand the importance of conserving soil and water. Having me in the classroom helps the teachers address the topic and it helps the (Clermont) Soil and Water Conservation District communicate its mission,” Krebs said.

Education Coordinator Judy Krebs talks with Dustin Lykins. KELLIE GEIST-MAY/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Many of the lessons address how the human element can affect soil and water. For example, in the London cholera scenario, the students discovered the wa-

terborne disease traveled to England with a boat of tradesmen. Krebs has been working with many of these students since kindergarten. CNE invites the Clermont Soil and Water Conservation District to the schools multiple times each year to present grade-pertinent soil and water information. They discuss everything from pollution to landslides over the years, Carlier said. The lessons also align with the state’s core standards for each class. “The lessons (Krebs) brings to class are always perfect for each grade. In sixth-grade, she uses the lessons to talk about water quality through the inquiry process. The students have to ask questions and make conclusions, which is something we talk about all year,” Carlier said. “Having those lessons come from someone other than me sometimes keeps the kids enthused.” “This is really an opportunity for them to act like scientists, doctors and detectives. We’re not just drilling vocabulary or working out of the textbook. With her lesson, the sixth-graders have to do the work and come up with the answers,” Carlier said.

Shoe boxes collected for needy For the past several years, St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School families have participated in Operation Christmas Child, an international effort to provide children in povertystricken countries with shoe boxes containing necessities and treats. The Rev. Rob Waller blessed the shoe boxes Nov.18 at the Seton campus and a group of volunteers delivered 205 boxes to a local drop-off center.

The Rev. Rob Waller blessed shoe boxes Nov. 18. Shown with some boxes are, from left, Marley Smith, Etta Henson, Madison Corbett, Waller, Christian Threm, Emily Fridley and Chris Mollaun. PROVIDED

STONELICK TWP. — Clermont Northeastern senior Taylor Faecher is hoping to study engineering at The Ohio State University next year and he has a card up his sleeve - Faecher received a 2011 Honda-OSU Math Medal. The medal was given to 226 seniors in Ohio this year. “It’s a wonderful honor that, out of all the students, my teacher nominated me and I was chosen,” Faecher said. “It’s amazing.” The recognition comes with a pewter math medal, certificate and $100 Barnes & Noble gift card. Faecher also will be eligible for a $3,000 renewal scholarship to OSU if he is accepted into the engineering program. Faecher said winning the math medal helped him realize that engineering is what he wants to study, especially since the awards breakfast included a tour of GE. “I’ve always understood math and I’m really enjoy physics this year … but seeing GE was awesome. The technology people are creating is amazing and I think that’s what I’d like to do,” he said. “I like OSU because of the research funding. They have students who are doing real research as undergrads. I want to be able to be a part of something like that.” Math teacher Megan Yeager nominated Faecher, 17, for the recognition. She said it’s not just his academics, but his personality and drive that made Faecher a good choice.

CNE senior Taylor Faecher his teacher Megan Yeager. KELLIE GEIST-MAY/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

“He’s such a strong math student. He works really hard and it shows,” she said. “I’m just really proud of Taylor and I think it’s cool he’s more interested in engineering after winning the math medal. He’ll make a great engineer - or a great whatever he decides to be,” Yeager said. When he’s not in class at CNE, Faecher is taking college courses at UC Clermont. He also plays varsity soccer and has been the team’s captain for two years. On the sidelines, you can find him in the mascot costume at CNE basketball games, as the leader of the Rocket Rowdies student section, or volunteering with the National Honor Society. He’s also involved at his church, Owensville United Methodist. He is the son of Connie and Shelby Krebs.

Milford schools save using cooperative agreements By John Seney jseney@communitypress.com

MIAMI TWP. — Milford schools are saving thousands of dollars through cooperative purchasing agreements and shared services with other districts. Jeff Johnson, operations manager, told school board members Nov. 17 the district has saved $200,000 by purchasing Internet and technology services through the Hamilton/Clermont Cooperative Association. “It’s a huge savings by coming together with other school districts,” he said. Membership in a health consortium has allowed the district to save $810,000 in health insurance costs, Johnson said. In the winter, the school district buys salt from Miami Township at a reduced price of $60 a

ton. “We use it to treat the parking lots,” he said. Other cooperative agreements allow the district to save on food and custodial serJohnson vices. “We’re looking for other areas where we can cooperate and save money,” Johnson said. “We can use every bit of it,” said board member George Lucas. Board member Andrea Brady pointed out the district is sharing a food service director with the Wyoming school district. By using former Treasurer Randy Seymour as a consultant, the district also is saving money, Brady said.

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Milford's Loren Billingsley lets fly at a recent Lady Eagles' practice at Eastgate Lanes on Dec. 5. SCOTT SPRINGER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

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GOSHEN — Shirley Reynolds doesn’t have any pretense. The Goshen High School girls bowling head coach emphasizes teaching and sportsmanship in her program above all else. “I don’t pressure them that they have to win, but I want them to enjoy the game,” Reynolds said. “I don’t want them to be real big, serious blood-and-gut bowlers. The season has just now started so there’s room for a lot of improvement.” Improvement has already been a key word for the Warriors. The team returns five bowlers from last year and each has added several pins to their average, according to Reynolds. Tennis teammates in the fall, Abbi Poff and Fah Robbins, are among the most improved bowlers this winter. Rian Adams, Morgan Dean and Alisha Bennett round out the experienced group of Warriors. Destiny Chill, Emily Lovin, Kelsey Patton and Hanna Schafer also figure to contriubute this season. While Reynolds keeps the focus on fun during the season, she doesn’t mean to imply her team won’t win some matches too. “These kids can bowl,” Reynolds said.

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The Eagles haven’t posted a winning league record since joining the Fort Ancient Valley Conference. But this year’s group could change that, having won three of its first four conference matches. Included among those

pened on the way to rebuilding mode this year for the Milford High School boys bowling team. The Eagles started bowling. Milford won three of its first four dual matches, including a big road win against Fort Ancient Valley Conference power Wilmington. The Eagles then went to the invite-only State Kickoff tournament in Columbus, Dec. 3, and finished 19th among 33 of the best teams in the state. All this in what was supposed to be a rebuilding year. “This season’s very promising for us as long as we stay focused on what we’re doing,” said ninthyear head coach Frank Ritzmann. The Eagles won a school-record 15 matches last season. But sophomore Kyle Chance was the only returning starter. The good

news though is that he’s a good one. An honorable mention allFAVC selection last year, he averaged 183 as a freshman. The even-better news is that the team’s newcomers have made immediate contributions. Senior Jordan Marshall, on the JV team last season, helped lead the charge in the Columbus tournament, rolling a 254 round. Junior Zach Wilson, sophomore Steven Gillespie and sophomore Nick Tringleof also have been key starters. Freshman Alex Vandegrift has been a great addition to the lineup. He bowled three rounds above 200 in his first two weeks on the varsity. Ritzmann cited Glen Este as the league favorite. “They’re always tough, every year in the top10 in the city,” Ritzmann said. “That’s where we want to be.”

Milford's Brennan Farrell attempts a field goal in the first half of the game between the Walnut Hills Eagles and the Milford Eagles at Milford High School Dec. 9. Farrell had a team-high 22 points in the 47-39 win. JIM OWENS/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Fah Robbins of Goshen checks out her shot at Eastgate Lanes Dec. 5 as the Lady Warriors faced Sycamore. SCOTT SPRINGER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

victories was the program’s first win against Wilmington in coach Frank Ritzmann’s nine years on the job. “That’s a big step for us,” said Ritzmann, who is aided by fellow coaches Roger Bussell, Sonja Sittason and Carey Wright. “The girls have really improved their averages all the way across the board.” The mainstays are three returning starters in senior Jessica Olson, senior Heather Higgins and sophomore Delaney Ward. All three were all-league honorees last year. Seniors Bobbi Jo Coates and Loren Billingsley, along with sophomore Sarah Faust, have made the transition from JV to varsity well and are contributing big early. “She has really come on strong,” said Ritzmann of Faust, who ranked second on the team in average after the first two weeks.

Farrell shines in home opener Milford High School boys basketball took care of business when they beat conference foe Walnut Hills 47-39 Dec. 9 at home. Leading the way for the Milford Eagles was junior guard Brennan Farrell, who had 22 points, including two three-point shots, on the night. It was the first win, after losing a close game to Sycamore in the season opener Dec. 6 46-44. Milford's Trevor Bullock attempts a shot from in the paint in the first half of the game between the Walnut Hills Eagles and the Milford Eagles at Milford High School. JIM OWENS/FOR THE COMMUNITY

Goshen's Hanna Schafer lets the ball roll at Eastgate Lanes Dec. 5 in a match with Sycamore. SCOTT SPRINGER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

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The Warriors return an experienced squad - which is just fine with fourth-year head coach Shirley Reynolds. “It helps out tremendously, because when they come in and practice we can put newer kids with them and they take the initiative to help them and tell them what they’re doing wrong,” Reynolds said. “And you can call them by name and they say, ‘I know what I did wrong.’ It’s like I don’t even have to open my mouth.” Senior Michael Tidwell, as well as juniors Ryan Hicks, Ryan Saylor and Tanner Stewart all return with varsity experience. Senior Mike Hoffer took a year off from bowling but is back to the team. Junior Christopher Quan is new to the team but shows lots of potential, according to Reynolds.

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Catching up with college athletes » The Community Press is seeking submissions from parents of college athletes to let their hometown communities know how the student-athletes are doing. Please send a photo of them either participating in their college sport or enjoying the holidays with their family at home (Thanksgiving or Christmas); detail what’s happening in the photo. Send no more than 200 words describing their successes. Be sure to include their sport, college, their year in college, parents’ names, high school and what community paper you get at home. Deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 27. All submissions should be emailed to Melanie Laughman at mlaughman@community press.com.. Questions? Email Nick Dudukovich at ndudukovich@communitypress or call 248-7570.

The St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Pony Football team wins the Greater Catholic Youth League City Championship, Nov. 6. The league consists of Catholic football teams throughout the Greater Cincinnati area. The St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Pony Football team finished the season 7-3. Coaches, from left, are George Moeke, Scott Reilman, Jason Dannemiller, Scott Corbett, Juan Lewis, Steve Hemmert and Michael O'Connell. In front, from left, are Michael O'Connell, Josh Corbett, Nicholas Reilman, Lucas Bowling, Ryan Ruiz, Craig Dannemiier, Thomas Schwartz, Conner Wheat, Jacob Corbett, Will Ayers and Cormac Gerrard. In back, from left, are Brady Kelly, Cael Hanavan, Elton Clifton III, Cole Moeke, A.J. Eversman, Evan Belleman, Adam George, Cameron Hemmert, Tyler Walter, Katie Biel, Clayton Messer, Zach Watford, Jordan Lewis, Jacob Pearson, Joey Pacella and Tom Strotman. THANKS TO CHRISTINA WALTER

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» Milford boys lost to Sycamore 46-44 Dec. 6, with junior forward Garrett Mayleben leading with 14 points. » Clermont Northeastern lost to Georgetown 44-37 Dec. 6. Wolfe led scoring with 13 points, including one three-pointer. » Goshen boys basketball beat Amelia 57-45 Dec. 9 behind the offensive efforts of Nick Messer, Ryan Ashcraft and Austin Fischer, who had 15, 14 and 13 points respectively.

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Wittenberg University junior libero Christina Gilene, a McNicholas High School graduate and Milford resident, helped lead her team to the 2011 NCAA Division III Women’s Volleyball National Championship and earned third team All – America honors from the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA). Wittenberg won their first title in volleyball by winning in consecutive sets over Christopher Newport University 25-21, 25-21, 28-26. In the championship match, Gilene recorded 21 digs

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» Milford girls basketball beat Goshen in a close match 47-45 Dec. 6. Goshen’s Kelsi Steele had 20 points to lead the team while Morgan Wolcott led Milford’s scorers with 21. » Junior forward Carly Aselage led the offense with 13 points when CNE girls lost to Western Brown 71-26 Dec. 8. » Goshen freshman guard Courtney Turner’s eight points led the offensive effort in the 4829 loss to Bethel-Tate Dec. 8.

Tournament Most Valuable Player for her contributions to Wittenberg’s 17th NCAC title. Gilene also earned first-team All-Great Lakes Region honors from the AVCA and was named to the regional all-tournament team where she had a match-high 24 digs in helping Wittenberg defeat defending national champion Calvin College in the NCAA Great Lakes Regional final.

and was awarded a spot on the alltournament team. This is the first time that a team from Ohio has won an NCAA volleyball title at any level of competition. Leading up to the NCAA volleyball championship, Gilene was named the North Coast Athletic Conference Libero of the Year. While appearing in a team-high 104 sets during the regular season, Gilene made just 20 service reception errors in nearly 500 attempts, and she contributed 27 service aces to rank third on the team. Gilene was named the NCAC

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Impact GFC girls U9 soccer team wins the top division in the Star Invitational tournament the weekend of Oct. 29-30. Impact GFC is an all-girls select soccer club in the Loveland-Miami Township area. The girls who make up the team are, from left: Caroline Florea, Sara Mueller, Lindsey Prince, Cat Palmer, Grace Daniel, Gwen Palmer, Elise Reynolds and Morgan Eversole. The team is coached by Bob Reynolds and Jami Eversole. THANKS TO JAMI EVERSOLE

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I am involved in a Conservation Improvement Grant (CIG) collaborating with Clermont County Soil & Water and NRCS. Learning by doing is one of the things I stressed to my students, so out to the field I went to help them collect soil samples and conduct other test for the CIG program. Proving that soil sampling, is not just gathering soil, but checking density, infiltration, counting worms, etc. I attended the annual soil and water meeting and program in late October.

I’ve been busy learning about the Master Gardner program and have attended the Master Gardner meeting in October. Gigi Neal COMMUNITY PRESS I am working with the presiGUEST COLUMNIST dent to help with the volunteer program to enhance its livelihood in Clermont County. The Master Gardners will be working on training

sessions in early 2012, so keep watching our website and newspapers for information. Perennial school is set for April 12 with other programs being planned. If you are interested in becoming a Master Gardner volunteer, visit http://clermont.osu.edu/ to learn more about the program and to fill out the application. Speaking of applications, the Southern Ohio Agricultural & Community Development Foundation “Educational Excellence Competitive Grant” is now

CH@TROOM Dec. 7 question Beginning Jan. 1, it will be illegal to sell 100-watt incandescent light bulbs in the United States. Are you happy about the ban? Are you stocking up? Do you prefer the incandescent bulbs or the LED bulbs?

“How many years has the public known this was coming. Do we constantly have to drag the Luddites’ into the 21st century. Yes, the CFLs and LEDs are more expensive, but they last many times longer than the incandescent bulbs and are more cost effective in the long run. Despite the protestations of the anti-science climate change deniers, we need to do everything we can to reduce our consumption of carbon based fuels.” THC “I am absolutely hoarding these bulbs. I keep them in the bunker next to the lawn darts, my Pinto, Baby's melamine fortified formula, my mimeograph and thermofax, the pickup with the gastank sloshing behind the driver, the leaded gasoline storage tank, all my old phones, the typewriters, the black and white TV's , and my Edsel.” A.D. “Banning the sale of 100-watt incandescent bulbs is just one more example of the oppressive government restrictions that are creating so many problems in this country and making life difficult for companies who are trying to stay in business and individuals who want to buy certain products, but find themselves unable to do so because 'Big Brother' is putting his nose into things that are not his concern! “As a person who does a lot of needlework, I find the new bulbs to be woefully inadequate in the amount of light that they produce, so I am planning on stocking up on the bulbs (if I can even find them) before my freedom to buy them is taken away Jan. 1. I like the fact that the newer bulbs last so long, but hate the fact that they are an environmental disaster waiting to happen and that the mercury contained within them is hazardous to me if one of the bulbs breaks and releases its vapors to my unsuspecting lungs and eyes. “If one breaks or burns out, it must be disposed of as 'hazardous waste.' The incandescent bulb provided a lot of light and was never an environmental hazard. I could simply throw it in the trash when it burned out or broke. I could also see well enough to sew, knit, and crochet with the oldstyle bulb.” C.H. “Am I happy about the ban? Absolutely not. I think it is a futile action, and another instance of excess government interference in the private lives of citizens. I hadn't thought about stocking up, but after thinking about this

NEXT QUESTION Do you think the FAA’s rule requiring airline passengers to turn off their electronic devices such as computers, cell phones and tablet computers during taxi-out and takeoff is reasonable? Why or why not? Every week, The Community Journal asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to clermontcommunitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line.

question I might do that (providing Kroger still has a supply).” Bill B. “I've been hoarding incandescent bulbs for the past year. Yep, call me crazy. Just don't call me when you run out of yours!” L.A.D. “The ‘ban’ is yet another gross over-stepping of a government ‘of the people, by the people and for the people.’ YES, I am stocking up! All this edict will create is a thriving black market, similar to the prohibition blunder.” J.G. “It's a dim-witted approach to conservation! The mercury in those LED bulbs concerns me much more than the use of incandescent bulbs. I don't like the LED bulbs from an aesthetic point of view either. Would love to know why our legislators think this is a bright idea.” S.J.P. “Stocking up on incandescents is remarkably dumb. Each CFL saves $40 worth of electricity plus the cost of 10 incandescent bulbs. The federal standard will not ban incandescents, but it will take the shortlife, high energy cost versions off the market. New long-life incandescents that use less electricity are already available in many places. They cost more and don't last as long and use more electricity than CFLs. All the specialty bulbs (threeway, larger, smaller, colored, rough service and so forth will remain available. CFLs have good color rendition, and there are some other types of bulb that might be worth considering, although the LED companies have been deceptive about the light equivalence on some of their packages. “There is less mercury in a CFL than in the coal used to produce the same amount of light with incandescent bulbs. “There are now experts who recommend trash disposal of CFLs the same way we have been disposing of four- and eight-foot fluorescent tubes which have much more mercury, for decades. “Look for much better products and better prices within a

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year or two of the standard. LED technology is even better than CFLs for many purposes, but the industry doesn't have all its ducks in a row with white light LED's yet. That will probably shake out rapidly, since there are some good products available now at a reasonable price. “Learn what ‘color temperature means.’ Warm white (like an ordinary incandescent bulb) is 2,700 K. Intense 'daylight' bulbs have less yellow and more blue, and are labelled up to 6500 K. Most people don't want anything over 3500 K in their homes, except for special work space applications. Good stores have displays that show the difference. Don't buy a bulb which doesn't give the color temperature on the package.” N.F. “I have never used 100-watt bulbs, other than in a three-way bulb, but this whole idea of our government telling us what kind of bulbs to use is ridiculous. It belongs in the same category as shower heads and toilets that restrict the flow of water. As a result, they don't do half the job that the old ones used to do. “I certainly respect the planet because it is God's creation, but I don't worship it. There is a big difference between the two. Some of these measures come pretty close to worshiping the planet. (And no, I don't recycle or use cloth bags at Krogers, either.) “Most of those measures do more to make the participant feel good about themselves and to look good to others than to really do much for the environment.” T.H. “Well, let's see: no immigration policy, no balanced budget, no cooperation, but bailouts for Wall Street, Europe and their friends. We elect these 1%ers, so lightbulbs is what we get. Voters, do your duty!” K.P. “Big Brother is banning the incandescent bulbs - not because they pollute or otherwise harm anyone - but because they require a little more electricity. If I can buy a car that gets 10 miles per gallon, why can't I buy a light bulb that takes a little more juice? Just wait until you see the procedure for cleaning up after breaking a fluorescent bulb!” R.V. “The LED lights are more sustainable ... last longer and use less electricity. It's a good thing. Don't fight it.” E.E.C. “I have enough bulbs to last until the government thinks up some other stupid law.” J.K.

available for eligible applicants to receive up to $7,500. A slight change to the application this year is that anyone who has a Farm Service number on record as of July 1, 2011, and resides in the 22 counties the foundation serves is eligible. Please note this was formerly for tobacco quota owners/growers/tenants only, it is no longer. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited institution and seeking a bachelor degree and is a fulltime sophomore, junior or senior in the 2012-2013 school year

to be eligible. Applications are available in our office and online at http://www.soacdf.net, but must be postmarked or hand delivered between Jan. 1 and Jan. 31, to the SOACDF office. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Asian longhorn beetle irradiation program you need to contact 855252-6450.

Gigi Neal is the new agriculture and naturalresources educator at theClermont County office of the Ohio State University Extension Service.

Help improve premature birth rate

The report card is in. Ohio gets a “C” for its rate of premature births. The report was recently released by the March of Dimes. Even though preterm birth rates improved in almost every state between 2006 and 2009, the report card shows grounds for improvement. Ohio moved up from last year’s grade of “D.” There was a decrease in the number of late preterm births but no change in the number of uninsured women and an increase in the number of women smoking. Premature birth, which is birth before 37 weeks gestation, is a serious health problem that is the leading cause of infant death. Babies who do survive an early birth often face lifelong health challenges, such as cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities and other consequences. Health improvement initiatives can go a long way toward controlling the prematurity problem. Moms-to-be must take steps like these to positively influence the term of pregnancy. » Get regular prenatal care. These visits can help your healthcare provider monitor you and your baby’s health. » Eat healthy foods. During a pregnancy, women need more folic acid, calcium, iron, protein and other essential nutrients, and a daily prenatal vitamin. » Manage chronic conditions. Uncontrolled diseases like high blood pressure and diabetes increase the risk of preterm labor. » Follow your health care provider’s guidelines for activity. If you develop signs or symptoms of preterm labor, your healthcare provider may suggest working fewer hours or other ways to limit activity.

» Avoid smoking, alcohol and recreational drugs. They are all off limits, and even over-thecounter suppleRobert Flora ments and meddeCOMMUNITY PRESS ications GUEST COLUMNIST serve caution. » Ask your healthcare provider about the safety of sex and limit stress. » Take care of your teeth. Some studies suggest gum disease may be associated with preterm labor and premature birth. There are other ways health care providers and their patients can tackle the problem of prematurity, such as providing progesterone treatments for women who are medically eligible, avoiding multiples from fertility treatments and avoiding elective Csections and inductions of labor before 39 weeks of pregnancy, unless medically necessary. Additionally, there are great incentive programs available to help moms-to-be stay on the right health track. Buckeye Community Health Plan’s Smart Start for Your Baby program even offers patients cash incentives for going to pre-natal, post-partum and well-baby visits for the first 15 months of life. A program to help stop smoking also is available for pregnant women. There are so many ways Ohioans can proactively influence the health of unborn babies. If we all work together we can improve the next report card. Robert Flora is the chief medical officer for the Buckeye Community Health Plan.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Pro-life conservative

Steve Myers is the pro-life conservative we need as our state representative for the 65th District. He wants to put politics aside to protect unborn children and make sure they are given the right to life. He believes all kids deserve the same opportunities he enjoyed growing up, and wants to protect life from the radical interests that oppose it. Steve has been on the frontline for our communities, seniors and schools. Mr. Myers wants to bring quality jobs to Clermont to attract families to our area. Steve Myers is committed to making jobs 1) easy to create for busi-

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nesses, 2) easy to get for workers, and 3) easy to retain in Clermont County. By doing this, Steve says Clermont will retain college graduates and attract new families. Steve Myers is the pro-life, pro-business conservative we deserve and need at the statehouse, where he will continue to fight for our neighborhoods and livelihoods. Steve has been an active member of our community his entire life, and is in favor of putting politics aside to do what is right. Please help us send a common-sense conservative to the statehouse. Mary Dillman Miamiville

Community Journal Editor Theresa L. Herron therron@communitypress.com, 248-7128 Office hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday See page A2 for additional contact information.

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CNE Senior Alexa Hawley pours some punch to serve during the Dec. 7 senior lunch.

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Owensville residents Faye Allen, left, Barbara Nowland and Wylene Greenlee enjoy each others company during the CNE senior lunch Dec. 7. STONELICK TWP. — Senior citizens were treated to a lunch and Christmas gifts at Clermont Northeastern Middle School Dec. 7. Students from the FFA Chapter, National Honor Society and Junior National Honor Society, as well as choir and student council served a turkey dinner. The school’s a cappella group Ear Candy and choir director Jacki Schneider provided musical entertainment. Local businesses donated door prizes for the seniors. CNE has been hosting this lunch for the community’s seniors for more than 35 years. Photos by Lisa J. Mauch

Junior Autumn Kenser visits with Owensville resident Bill Kuhn during the CNE senior lunch Dec. 7.

Dorothy Nichols of Newtonsville looks over some gift bags before making her selection at the CNE senior lunch Dec. 7.

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD THURSDAY, DEC. 15 Art Exhibits International Creche Exhibit and Luncheon, Noon-2:30 p.m., Grailville Education and Retreat Center, 932 O’Bannonville Road, Includes more than 40 creches from numerous countries and cultures. Works by Trina Paulus. $15, $10 ages 10 and under. 683-2340; www.grailville.org. Loveland. A Mark Eberhard Art Celebration, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Row House Gallery, 211 Main St., Collection original art works by Mark Eberhard. Free. Through Dec. 24. 831-8300; www.rowhouse.com. Milford. Loveland Arts Council Winter Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Loveland Art Studios on Main, 529 Main Ave., Free. Presented by Loveland Arts Council. Through Dec. 17. 683-1696; www.lovelandartscouncil.org. Loveland.

Civic Miami Township Tea Party Meeting, 7-9 p.m., Miami Township Civic Center, 6101 Meijer Drive, Group of citizens concerned with direction of government at all levels. Family friendly. Free. Presented by Miami Township Tea Party. 300-4253; podioso@yahoo.com. Miami Township.

Exercise Classes Zumba Fitness Class, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Clough United Methodist Church, 2010 Wolfangel Road, $5. 379-4900. Anderson Township. Friendly Zumba Fitness Class, 7 p.m., Rplace, 23 Swan Lane, $5. 310-5600; www.zumbawithrobin.webs.com. Amelia. Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church Milford, 5767 Wolfpen-Pleasant Hill Road, Fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga and kickboxing. Family friendly. $38 per month. Presented by Jazzercise Milford. 476-7522; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Garden Clubs Cincinnati African Violet Society Meeting, 7-9 p.m., New England Club, 8135 Beechmont Ave., Free. Presented by Cincinnati African Violet Society. 859-240-9057. Anderson Township.

Health / Wellness Health Screenings, 10 a.m.noon, Homan Chiropractic Eastgate, 4380 Glen Este-Withamsville Road, Brief health questionnaire, blood pressure, height, weight, pulse and spinal/ postural evaluation. Free. 7536325. Union Township.

Holiday - Christmas Animated Nativity Display, 6-9 p.m., Comboni Mission Center, 1318 Nagel Road, Christmas story presented with narration, lights, animation and music. Mission market, Nativity sets, Christmas boutique and mission museum. Free, canned good donations accepted. Presented by Comboni Missionaries. 474-4997. Anderson Township. Girl Scouts, American Heritage and Cub Scouts Christmas Caroling, 6:30-7:30 p.m., St. Mary’s Church, 3398 Ohio 125, Free. Presented by St. Mary Church - Bethel. 734-4041. Bethel.

Holiday - Trees Dirr Nurseries, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Dirr Nurseries, 6066 Goshen Road, Thousands of cut-yourown Canann and Balsam fir, and Scotch and white pine; up to 12 feet. Tree cleaning, baling and saws available. Wreaths and balled-and-burlapped trees available. Farm animals, Nativity display and hot chocolate. Family tailgate parties welcome. $40 any size. 625-2000; www.dirrnurseries.com. Goshen. Davidson Farm, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Davidson Farm, 1348 Lyons Road, You pick Christmas tree, staff cuts. Colorado blue spruce and Douglas fir. Sizes range 5-10 feet. $35-$45. 753-4572. Amelia. Moeller Knights of Columbus Hall Christmas Tree sale, 4-8 p.m., Moeller Knights of Columbus Hall, 2651 Bartels Road, Pre-cut blue spruce, Frasier and Balsam fir, from 5-12 feet. Selection of wreaths and roping in 1/4, 1/2 and full rolls available. Hot chocolate, soft drinks and a cozy fire free. Family friendly. $50-$100. Presented by Moeller

Fight for Nate: Share the Spirit of the Water, a benefit for 2007 New Richmond High School graduate Nate Kramer, is 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18, at New Richmond High School, 1131 Bethel-New Richmond Road. Proceeds benefit a medical fund for Kramer, who has been diagnosed with leukemia. For more information, call 553-3191, ext. 10204, or visit bit.ly/vKjn5M. PROVIDED. Knights of Columbus. 232-8337; moeller-kofc.org/. Anderson Township.

Holiday - Veterans Day Honoring Military at Home and Abroad, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Eastgate Harley-Davidson/Buell, 699 Old State Route 74, Company is teaming up with United Service Organizations to provide care packages for soldiers serving overseas. Bring donations to store during military appreciation month. Family friendly. Free donations accepted. Presented by Eastgate Harley-Davidison/ Buell. 528-1400. Withamsville.

Literary - Libraries Holiday Movie Time, 4-5 p.m., Symmes Township Branch Library, 11850 Enyart Road, Movies for children and families. Popcorn and lemonade provided. Family friendly. Free. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6001; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. Symmes Township.

Music - Jazz Blue Chip Jazz Band, 6:30 p.m., Front Street Cafe, 120 Front St., 553-4800. New Richmond.

Pets Family Night: Free Dog Park, 6-9:30 p.m., KennelResorts, 5825 Meadowview Drive, Cedar Grove Dog Park. All dogs welcome. Dog owners required to bring proof of dog’s vaccinations. Family friendly. Free. 831-7297; www.kennelresorts.com. Milford.

Recreation Free Music Time Fun, 10:3011:15 a.m., Stonekry Resale Books, 8253 Beechmont Ave., Program of music and movement activities specially designed for young children. With Mimi Sinclair. Family friendly. Free. Presented by Music Therapy Services. 474-6064; www.music-therapy-cincinnati.com. Anderson Township.

FRIDAY, DEC. 16 Art Exhibits International Creche Exhibit and Luncheon, Noon-2:30 p.m., Grailville Education and Retreat Center, $15, $10 ages 10 and under. 683-2340; www.grailville.org. Loveland. A Mark Eberhard Art Celebration, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Row House Gallery, Free. 831-8300; www.rowhouse.com. Milford. Loveland Arts Council Winter Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Loveland Art Studios on Main, Free. 683-1696; www.lovelandartscouncil.org. Loveland.

Business Seminars Job Search Learning Labs, 1-3:30 p.m., Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Ave., Technically-oriented learning opportunities for those in job transition. Free. Presented by Job Search Learning Labs. 4743100; www.jobsearchlearninglabs.wikidot.com. Anderson Township.

Dining Events Fish Fry, 6-7:30 p.m., Dennis Johnson VFW Post 6562, 1596 Ohio 131, Fish sandwiches, chicken fingers or six-piece shrimp dinner. Includes cole slaw and French fries. Carryout available. $6 and up. Presented by Ladies Auxiliary Dennis Johnson VFW Post 6562. 5752102. Milford.

Exercise Classes Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m.,

Trinity United Methodist Church Milford, $38 per month. 4767522; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Holiday - Christmas Animated Nativity Display, 6-9 p.m., Comboni Mission Center, Free, canned good donations accepted. 474-4997. Anderson Township. Third Grade Choir, 2:45 p.m., Ayer Elementary School, 8471 Forest Road, Auditorium. Performing international songs. Family friendly. Presented by Forest Hills School District. 474-3811; http://www.foresthills.edu. Anderson Township.

Holiday - Trees Dirr Nurseries, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Dirr Nurseries, $40 any size. 625-2000; www.dirrnurseries.com. Goshen. Davidson Farm, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Davidson Farm, $35-$45. 7534572. Amelia. Moeller Knights of Columbus Hall Christmas Tree sale, 4-8 p.m., Moeller Knights of Columbus Hall, $50-$100. 232-8337; moeller-kofc.org/. Anderson Township.

Holiday - Veterans Day Honoring Military at Home and Abroad, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Eastgate Harley-Davidson/Buell, Free donations accepted. 5281400. Withamsville.

Music - Rock Hogwild, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., KC’s Pub, 928 Ohio 28, Free. 248-0358. Milford.

SATURDAY, DEC. 17 Art & Craft Classes Holiday Fresh Air School, 10 a.m.-noon, Meade House, 11887 Lebanon Road, Creative, interactive classes for ages 4-10. Each class includes nature-based craft activities and cooking lesson. Benefits Cincinnati Horticultural Society. $20, $18 Symmes Township residents. Reservations required. Presented by Cincinnati Horticultural Society. 6772799; www.cincinnatiflowershow.com. Symmes Township. Loveland Hardware Garden & Craft Classes, 2-4 p.m., Loveland Hardware/Eads Fence, 131 Broadway St., $5-$20. 646-5354; craftloveland@gmail.com. Loveland.

Art Exhibits A Mark Eberhard Art Celebration, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Row House Gallery, Free. 831-8300; www.rowhouse.com. Milford. Loveland Arts Council Winter Art Show, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Loveland Art Studios on Main, Free. 683-1696; www.lovelandartscouncil.org. Loveland.

Exercise Classes Zumba Fitness Class, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Clough United Methodist Church, $5. 379-4900. Anderson Township. Jazzercise, 7:45-8:45 a.m. and 9-10 a.m., Trinity United Methodist Church Milford, $38 per month. 476-7522; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Holiday - Christmas Animated Nativity Display, 6-9 p.m., Comboni Mission Center, Free, canned good donations accepted. 474-4997. Anderson Township.

Holiday - Trees Spring Grove Farm, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Spring Grove Farm, 2088 Bethel-New Richmond Road, Scotch and white pines, Canaan and Balsam firs, and spruce 5-12

feet. Free baling in net. Saw and rope provided. Other times available by appointment. Family friendly. $69-$89 dug, balled and burlapped; $38 cut-your-own tree any size. 734-4394 or 734-4440. New Richmond. Dirr Nurseries, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Dirr Nurseries, $40 any size. 625-2000; www.dirrnurseries.com. Goshen. Davidson Farm, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Davidson Farm, $35-$45. 7534572. Amelia. Moeller Knights of Columbus Hall Christmas Tree sale, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Moeller Knights of Columbus Hall, $50-$100. 2328337; moeller-kofc.org/. Anderson Township.

ABOUT CALENDAR To submit calendar items, go to www.cincinnati.com and click on “Share!” Send digital photos to life@communitypress.com along with event information. Items are printed on a spaceavailable basis with local events taking precedence. Deadline is two weeks before publication date. To find more calendar events, go to www.cincinnati.com and choose from a menu of items in the Entertainment section on the main page. Honoring Military at Home and Abroad, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Eastgate Harley-Davidson/Buell, Free donations accepted. 5281400. Withamsville.

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Art Exhibits A Mark Eberhard Art Celebration, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Row House Gallery, Free. 831-8300; www.rowhouse.com. Milford.

Evergreen Centerpieces, 2 p.m., Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Registration required online by Dec. 12. Make a centerpiece with fresh evergreens. Bring gloves and pruners. Ages 12 and older. $20, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Anderson Township.

Birds of Prey, 1 p.m., Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Seasongood Nature Center. Meet live birds of prey. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Anderson Township. Winter Solstice Celebration, 1-5 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Celtic music by Dark Moll, West Clermont by request singing holiday classics and dulcimer music in Krippendorf Lodge. Guests invited to join a drumming circle. Some activities may require additional fees. Cash only. $14, $6 children; $6, $3 children for members. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township.

Friendly Zumba Fitness Class, 7 p.m., Rplace, $5. 310-5600; www.zumbawithrobin.webs.com. Amelia. Jazzercise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church Milford, $38 per month. 476-7522; www.jazzercise.com. Milford. Cardio Bootcamp, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Martial Arts Academy, 1053 Ohio 28, Intense workout to burn calories. Ages 18 and up. $60 per month for eight classes, $10 walk-in. 3838339; www.milfordmartialartsacademy.com. Milford.

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Puppy Play: Free Dog Park, 1-3 p.m., KennelResorts, 5825 Meadowview Drive, Cedar Grove Dog Park. For puppies up to age one. All puppies must have completed, at minimum, their second round of puppy shots. Family friendly. Free. 831-7297; www.kennelresorts.com. Milford.

Singles Night: Free Dog Park, 6-9:30 p.m., KennelResorts, 5825 Meadowview Drive, Cedar Grove Dog Park. Single adults ages 21 and up welcome to share love of dogs with other single adults. Dog owners required to bring proof of dog’s vaccinations. Free. 831-7297; www.kennelresorts.com. Milford.

Animated Nativity Display, 6-9 p.m., Comboni Mission Center, Free, canned good donations accepted. 474-4997. Anderson Township. Holiday Band and Choral Concert, 7 p.m., Anderson High School, 7560 Forest Road, Titus Auditorium. High school choruses, choirs and band will perform. 232-2772, ext. 2913. Anderson Township. Turpin Chorus Holiday Concert, 7:30 p.m., Turpin High School, 2650 Bartels Road, Auditorium. Presented by Forest Hills School District Community Education. 232-7770; www.foresthills.edu. Anderson Township.

Holiday - Veterans Day Honoring Military at Home and Abroad, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Eastgate Harley-Davidson/Buell, Free donations accepted. 5281400. Withamsville.

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Schools Musical Performance, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., Ayer Elementary School, 8471 Forest Road, Auditorium. By students in grades 1-3. Presented by Forest Hills School District. 474-3811; www.foresthills.edu. Anderson Township.

SUNDAY, DEC. 18 Benefits Fight for Nate: Share the Spirit of the Water, 1-5 p.m., New Richmond High School, 1131 Bethel-New Richmond Road, Swim-a-Thon, Zumbathon, music video festival, bake sale, silent auction and raffle. More than 25 vendors and local crafters and photos with Santa and/or two dogs dressed up for the holidays. Food available. Benefits Nate Kramer Medical Fund. Price varies per activity. 553-3191, ext. 10204; bit.ly/ vKjn5M. New Richmond.

Dining Events All-You-Can-Eat Country Breakfast, 9 a.m.-noon, American Legion Hall Milford, 450 Victor Stier Drive, Eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, biscuits, toast and sausage gravy. Benefits American Legion Post 450. $8, $4 ages 10 and under. Presented by American Legion Post 450. 831-9876. Milford.

Exercise Classes Cardio Kick Boxing, 6-7 p.m., Anderson Taekwondo Black Belt Academy, 8510 Beechmont Ave., Led by George Sizemore, thirddegree black belt and co-owner of ATA Black Belt Academy. $5. 293-0293; www.atacincinnati.com. Anderson Township.

Holiday - Christmas Animated Nativity Display, 6-9 p.m., Comboni Mission Center, Free, canned good donations accepted. 474-4997. Anderson Township.

Holiday - Trees Spring Grove Farm, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Spring Grove Farm, $69$89 dug, balled and burlapped; $38 cut-your-own tree any size. 734-4394 or 734-4440. New Richmond. Dirr Nurseries, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Dirr Nurseries, $40 any size. 625-2000; www.dirrnurseries.com. Goshen. Davidson Farm, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Davidson Farm, $35-$45. 7534572. Amelia. Moeller Knights of Columbus Hall Christmas Tree sale, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Moeller Knights of Columbus Hall, $50-$100. 2328337; moeller-kofc.org/. Anderson Township.

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MONDAY, DEC. 19 Art Exhibits A Mark Eberhard Art Celebration, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Row House Gallery, Free. 831-8300; www.rowhouse.com. Milford.

Clubs & Organizations Take Off Pounds Sensibly, 6:30-7:15 p.m., Anderson Hills United Methodist Church, 7515 Forest Road, Take Off Pounds Sensibly weekly support meeting. Presented by TOPS. Through Dec. 26. 528-5959. Anderson Township.

Dance Classes Square Dance Lessons, 7-9 p.m., Mount Moriah United Methodist Church, 681 Mount Moriah Drive, Ages 8 and up. Instructor: Sharon Murphy, licensed square dance caller. $5. Presented by Beechmont Squares Dance Club. 871-6010. Withamsville.

Exercise Classes Zumba Fitness Class, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Clough United Methodist Church, $5. 379-4900. Anderson Township. Friendly Zumba Fitness Class, 7 p.m., Rplace, $5. 310-5600; www.zumbawithrobin.webs.com. Amelia. Pilates, 7:15-8:15 p.m., Fitness For Function, 8298 Clough Pike, Suite 8, Improve core control, coordination, standing alignment and balance with Pilates mat exercises. With Katie Cline. $10. 233-3484; www.fitnessforfunctioncincy.com. Anderson Township. Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., 5:15-6:15 p.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church Milford, $38 per month. 476-7522; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Holiday - Christmas Animated Nativity Display, 6-9 p.m., Comboni Mission Center, Free, canned good donations accepted. 474-4997. Anderson Township.

Holiday - Veterans Day Honoring Military at Home and Abroad, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.,

Exercise Classes

Holiday - Veterans Day Honoring Military at Home and Abroad, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Eastgate Harley-Davidson/Buell, Free donations accepted. 5281400. Withamsville.

Support Groups Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m., Milford First United Methodist Church, 541 Main St., Fellowship of individuals, who through shared experience, strength and hope, are recovering from compulsive eating. Free. Presented by Greater Cincinnati Overeaters Anonymous Intergroup. 921-1922. Milford.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 21 Art Exhibits A Mark Eberhard Art Celebration, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Row House Gallery, Free. 831-8300; www.rowhouse.com. Milford.

Dining Events WAVE Free Community Dinner, 6 p.m., Milford First United Methodist Church, 541 Main St., Part of Wednesdays Are Very Extraordinary event. No church service attached, no reservations needed. All welcome. Family friendly meals. Free; donations accepted. Through May 16. 831-5500; www.milfordfirstumc.org. Milford.

Exercise Classes Zumba Fitness Class, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Clough United Methodist Church, $5. 379-4900. Anderson Township. Yoga Essentials, 6:15-7:15 p.m., Fitness For Function, 8298 Clough Pike, Suite 8, Safe and effective approach to relieve muscle tension, increase flexibility and build strength. With Lisa Rizzo. $10. 233-3484; www.fitnessforfunctioncincy.com. Anderson Township.

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Easy homemade rolls great for holiday dinners I know baking yeast rolls can be intimidating, and that’s why I’m sharing this special recipe with you today for the holidays. The instructions are detailed enough that even a novice baker will have success. I always Rita bless anyHeikenfeld thing I get RITA’S KITCHEN my hands into, including dough, by making an indentation of a cross in the center before it rises. That’s to thank the Lord for my abundant blessings – and it’s good insurance that the rolls will turn out well, too!

Homemade buttery crescent rolls

During my catering days with friend Bert Villing, these rolls were a staple in our repertoire. Guests always wanted the recipe, but we never shared it, until now. ⁄3 cup sugar 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup milk or half & half, scalded ½ cup very warm water, between 105 and 110 degrees (about as warm as a baby’s bottle) 1 envelope dry yeast 1 large egg, lightly beaten 4 cups all-purpose flour For brushing on rolls before they go into oven: Melted butter 1

Place sugar, butter and salt in mixing bowl. Stir yeast into water with a pinch of sugar to

feed it. Set aside. In a couple of minutes, it will get foamy. Pour scalded milk over sugar mixture. Cool until lukewarm. Add yeast mixture and egg to milk mixture. Beat to combine ingredients – batter may be a bit lumpy but that’s OK. Add 2 cups flour and mix on medium speed until smooth. Pour 1½ cups flour in and mix well. Gradually add remaining ½ cup flour and mix until dough wraps around beater, leaving sides of bowl. Bless dough. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour, in warm place. Punch dough down. Let rest 5 minutes to allow gluten to relax. Divide into two balls. Roll each ball into a 10-12” circle. Cut circle into halves, then into fourths, then into eighths, then into 12 triangles. Roll each triangle from the wide end and curve into crescent shape. Lay, seam side down, on parchment lined or sprayed cookie sheets. Brush with melted butter. Cover and let rise again until doubled, about 35-45 minutes. Preheat oven to 350. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minute or so. Remove from oven and brush with melted butter. Makes 24 rolls and freezes well.

veloped this recipe with her dad. Reheat leftovers in oven or microwave. 3 eggs, separated 3 pounds red potatoes, unpeeled 1 pound onions or less, to taste 1¾ cups flour 3 teaspoons salt or less to taste 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup skim milk 3 tablespoons canola oil

Whip egg whites and set aside. In food processor with grating blade, grate potatoes and onions. Pour into bowl. Using the chopping blade, blend egg yolks, milk and oil. Add potatoes and onions and pulse until chopped coarsely. Whisk dry ingredients and add to egg mixture. Pulse until blended.

Easy fruitcake

This recipe is almost 30 years old and much easier to make than traditional fruitcake. Vary dried fruit to suit yourself. 1 pound diced candied mixed fruits 8 oz. candied cherries, halved or cut

8 oz. candied pineapple, cut up 1½ cups chopped nuts ½ cup each dried cranberries and raisins ½ cup flour1 package Duncan Hines Deluxe II moist spice cake mix 1 four serving size vanilla instant pudding ½ cup canola oil 3 large eggs ¼ cup water

rest of ingredients. Stir in fruit mixture. Batter will be very stiff. Spread in pans and bake 1½ hours or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans. Wrap, store at room temperature. Glaze: Optional but good. Brush on warm cake: 1/4 cup clear corn syrup mixed with a couple generous tablespoons rum.

Preheat oven to 300. Spray two loaf pans, line with waxed paper or foil and spray again. Mix fruits and nuts with flour. Set aside. Beat together

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going to have to get a sump pump installed in the basement to prevent water from coming up through the cracks. Bottom line, before buying a vacant house these days, you need to take a much more detailed inspection because it’s usually going to be sold “As is.” Howard Ain answers consumer complaints weekdays on WKRC-TV Local 12. Write to him at 12 WKRC-TV, 1906 Highland Ave., Cincinnati 45219.

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Pastor Chris White and the congregation invites the community to attend Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. Sing along to familiar Christmas carols, hear the Bell Choir and join in the lighting of the candles to the strains of “Silent Night.” The service is at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24, at the church. The church is at 5657 Pleasant View Dr. Milford; 831-9100.

Epiphany United Methodist Church

Worship times are: Contemporary worship at 5 p.m. Saturdays, contemporary worship at 9 a.m. Sundays and traditional worship at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. The church is having Christmas Eve services. A children’s service is at 4:30 p.m., 7 p.m. is a contemporary service and a tradi-

tional service is at 11 p.m. The church will have a traditional service Christmas Day at 11 a.m. The church is at 6635 Loveland-Miamiville Road, Loveland; 677-9866.

Loveland Presbyterian Church

The annual Christmas Pageant will be presented during the 10 a.m. worship service Sunday, Dec. 18. All are welcome. Christmas Eve Services to be announced. The church is at 360 Robin Ave.; 683-2525.

Trinity United Methodist Church

The church is having Christmas Eve services at 5 p.m., 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. The church is at 5767 Wolfpen-Pleasant Hill Road, Milford; 831-0262; trinitymilford.org.

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DECEMBER 14, 2011 • CJN-MMA • B5

Squirrels bury old walnuts

George Rooks OLE FISHERMAN

the colors are friends and we thank them for their service to us and our country. Thanks from the Ole Fisherman and

wife. Some of you folks will probably disagree with me, but the Bethel com-

ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

munity is one of the best places to live and the folks are so special and are always looking for ways to help their neighbors. I know each town and community are so special and you will think your area is the most special. You should feel that way, all of Gods people will say Amen. Ruth Ann and I feel so thankful to live in a free nation. Ruth Ann was talking to a friend we used to go to

One feller caught a muskie that was 38 inches long. If you are going for muskie use some heavy tackle. Good luck. Now folks with the holiday season coming be very concerned about your neighbors, to see if they have food and heat. The Bethel Ministerial Association, Lions Club, churches and restaurants are doing a super job. The Bethel Lions Club pancake breakfast is Dec. 17 at the Bethel-Tate High School, from 7:30 till 10:30 a.m. We learned that Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be at the

Grant’s Milford Garden Center on Dec. 17 and Dec. 18, along with Frosty the Snowman. Hitch up the car and family and come down. The time is 3 till 7 p.m. Start your week by going to the house of worship of your choice and praise the Good Lord, give him thanks for your family and all you have. Merry Christmas. God bless all. More later.

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Saint Mary Church,Bethel 3398 Ohio SR 125 Phone 734-4041 509 Roney Lane Cincinnati Ohio 45244 T: 513.528.3200 E: admin@clconline.us

Services: Sunday Worship 10:30 AM - Children’s Church Wednesday Worship 7:00 PM - Rangers and Girl’s Ministry Friday 24 hour prayer 6:00 PM

RIVER OF LIFE Assembly of God 1793 U.S. 52, Moscow, Ohio 45153 Pastor: Ralph Ollendick Sun. Contemporary Service SS -9:45am,Worship 11:00am Wed.- Informal Biblestudy 7-8pm Come Experience The Presence of the Lord In Our Services

SOUTHERN BAPTIST CLOUGH PIKE BAPTIST CHURCH 1025 CLOUGH PIKE

Sunday School 9:30am Morning Worship 10:45am Wednesday Night Worship & Prayer Service 7:00pm Nursery provided for all services/ Youth & Children’s Programs

www.cloughpike.com

752-3521

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MT REPOSE 6088 Branch Hill-Guinea Pike Ken Slaughter, Pastor

Sunday School 9:45am - Worship 11am (nursery provided) Sunday Evening Service 6pm-Youth 6pm 513-575-1121 www.mtrepose.org MONUMENTS BAPTIST CHURCH

2831 State Route 222 Mark Pence, Pastor 513-313-2401 Sunday School....9:30AM Sunday Worship....10:45AM Childrens Church & Nursery Avail Wednesday Prayer Service & Youth Meeting....7:00PM Nursery & Children’s Activities www.monumentsbaptist.org

BAPTIST BATAVIA BAPTIST TEMPLE

770 South Riverside, Batavia OH 45103 Raymond D. Jones, Pastor 732-2739

Sunday School 10am; Morning Worship 11am; Sunday Evening Service 6pm;

Rev. Michael Leshney, Pastor Saturday Mass – 5:00 PM Sunday Mass – 10:30 AM www.stmaryparishfamily.org

Saint Peter Church

1192 Bethel-New Richmond Rd New Richmond, Ohio 45157 Phone 553-3267 Rev. Michael Leshney, Pastor

Saturday Mass - 5:00 PM Sunday Masses – 8:30 & 11:00 www.stpeternewrichmond.org

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CHURCH OF CHRIST GLEN ESTE CHURCH OF CHRIST 937 Old State Route 74 (Behind Meijer) 513-753-8223 www.gecc.net

Sunday Worship: 8:30 & 10:30am Bible Study: 9:30am & 6:00pm Youth Groups: 6:00pm

OWENSVILLE CHURCH OF CHRIST

A fellowship where God changes people for life. Come visit us! 2545 Highway 50 Owensville, OH 45160 513-732-2324 Sunday School 9:00am Childrens Church 10:00am Worship 10:00am Contemporary and traditional with live music and multi-media.

CHURCH OF GOD GOSHEN CHURCH OF GOD

Real People...In a Real Church... Worshipping a Real God! 1675 Hillstation Road, Goshen, Ohio 45122 722-1699 www.goshenchurchofgod.org Pastor Tim McGlone Service Schedule Sunday School 10:00am Sunday Worship 10:45am Sunday Evening Worship 6:00pm Wednesday Youth Service 7:00pm Saturday Service 7:00pm

5910 Price Road, Milford 831-3770 www.faithchurch.net

Services 8:00 am, 9:15 am & 11:00am Steve Lovellette, Senior Pastor Nursery proivided at all services

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LUTHERAN All Saints Lutheran Church 445 Craig Road Mt. Carmel, Ohio 45244 513-528-0412 Services Saturday at 5 p.m. Sunday at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Pastor James Dinkel 513-528-9142

PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

101 South Lebanon Rd. Loveland, OH 45140 683-4244 Lead Pastor Jonathan Eilert Pastor Grant Eckhart Saturday Service 5:00pm Sunday Services 8:00, 9:30am & 11:00am Sunday School 9:30am http://www.princeofpeaceelca.org

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Sunday School..............................9:30am Sunday Morning Worship............10:30am Sunday Evening Worship...............6:30pm Wednesday Prayer Service ...........7:00pm

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Northside Baptist Church 320 Brown St. Bethel, Ohio 45106 Pastor: Ben Hurst Ph: (513) 734-6040 Sunday School 10:00-10:45 Children’s Church Provided Worship 11:00 Wednesday Prayer Service 7PM Come grow with a church on a "mission"

ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH & ST. THOMAS NURSERY SCHOOL

Nursery Care for Age 3 & under Full Program for Children, Youth, Music, Small Groups & more Handicapped Accessible Bill Bowdle -Sr. Pastor Steve Fultz - Assoc. Pastor; J. D. Young - Youth Director Janet Bowdle - Children’s Director

www.stthomasepiscopal.org

*Child care for children up to 4 in a staffed nursery from 9-noon

THE CHURCH OF THE GOOD SAMARITAN 25 Amelia Olive Branch Rd.

Sunday 10:30am ... Holy Eucharist 10:30am...Sunday School (Lil’ Samaritans) Handicap Accessible 513-753-4115 www.GoodSamaritanEpiscopal.org

513-831-0262 www.trinitymilford.org

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100 Miami Ave, Terrace Park,OH 831-2052

Sunday 8am Holy Eucharist, Rite I 9:15am Christian Formation & Discovery Hour for all ages* 10:30am Choral Eucharist, Rite II*

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Williamsburg United Methodist Church

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EMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Amelia-Olive Branch Road

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Sunday School 9:00 am Worship 10:30 am Children’s Worship and Childcare 10:30 am http://www.emmanuel-umc.com

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BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 W. Plane St. Bethel, Ohio 513-734-7201 www.bumcinfo.org

212 Prather Rd. Felicity, OH Pastor: Chad Blevins 876-2565

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GOSHEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6710 Goshen Rd, Goshen Across from Goshen High School 513-722-2541 www.goshenmethodist.org Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am Blended Worship Traditional and Contemporary Youth Fellowship 6:00pm Nursery Available

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF GOSHEN 1828 Woodville Pike • 625-5512 Pastor Junior V. Pitman Sunday School – 10:00am Morning Worship – 11:00am Prayer Time – 5:30pm Sunday Evening – 6:00pm WED. Prayer & Bible Study – 7:00pm

Traditional Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Full childcare & church school at all services. 513-677-9866 Dr. Doug Damron, Sr. Pastor (across from the Oasis Golf Club) Rev. Lisa Kerwin, Assoc. Pastor www.epiphanyumc.org

6635 Loveland Miamiville Rd Loveland, OH 45140

Pastor Mike Smith

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Howdy folks, Last week was a busy one, shopping for seniors, cutting up and cooking pumpkins for the freezer (enough for six pies) and keeping the bird feeders full. We sure have a good selection of birds and squirrels. We had some old walnuts that have been in the carpenter shop for quite a while in a wire bag so we put them out for the squirrels. They didn’t need to squeeze into the carpenter shop to get them like they did before for those that were in a box. We could watch as they hulled the nut then took it and buried it for later. I picked the Brussel sprouts last week and had a nice bowl full. We like them and one of our sonin-laws does, but not the daughters. Friday Ruth Ann and I went to the Faith United Methodist Church for their Christmas Bazaar and lunch. There was a good crowd to enjoy the fine meal. The menu was sloppy joes, chicken sandwiches, vegetable or bean soup, salads, desserts, coffee tea, or water. Thanks for their good cooks. Last week for breakfast we had French toast and bacon. We have a new kitten who came in so he likes bacon, too. So the next day Ruth Ann made an extra slice of bacon so Chester could have one. When our grandson Curtis was here on Wednesday before Thanksgiving he asked Grandma if he could name him. On Thanksgiving he said his name would be Chester. Curtis and Ralph named the yellow cat Summer about six years ago. Since the kitten has arrived on the scene, Summer has left, he evidently was a very jealous cat. The other two cats we had Ricochette and Dixie they were full grown and Summer tolerated them but not the kitten. Now I need to own up to spoiling Chester the kitten. He now likes to set on my lap. Saturday the Down Home Christmas was held here at Bethel. That evening the parade was held and what a parade it was. We got to be bystanders and see it. The parade was probably the best one they ever had. There were floats from different churches, businesses, tractors, old cars, fire equipment, the Bethel band and Felicity band. Both schools can be very proud of their bands. The Felicity one had a very large group. Thanks to all participants. On Saturday evening at 7:30 the Bethel United Methodist Church hosted the program “A 1940’s Christmas Home coming," presented by the community choir from churches around Bethel. The crowd on Saturday evening was very big. Then on Sunday evening at 6 p.m. the program was held again. The choir with 38 people sang and was directed by Rhonda Bennett. The entire evening was such a joy for Ruth Ann and I to sit and enjoy the singing and the drama. The children had a part and as usual they were the hit of the evening. The program was started by some Marine retirees presenting the colors and everyone saying the pledge to the flag. The folks that were presenting

church with at the Stonelick Brethern Church several years ago. They had a good visit on the phone reminiscing. I called Mike at the Boars Head Bait Shop at Afton. He was deer hunting last week and said he was waiting on a special deer, one that has a very big rack. There was a winter crappie tournament held on Sunday, Nov. 20. The results were great, they could weigh in seven crappie, and the first place was 8 pounds 9 ounces. The big crappie, weighed 2 pounds.

Sunday Morning Schedule: 9AM - Worship: Traditional 10AM - Classes & Groups 11AM - Worship: Contemporary Nursery care provided

A New Life - A New Prospective A New Song Pastor: Michael Fite info: 753-3159 c 3868 M Man Rd., Withamsville, OH 45245 (behind the Water Works car wash) Sunday Worship. 10:00am www.newsongohio.com

FIRST CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST

A Loving Church in Jesus’ Name Sunday School..............................10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship..............10:45AM Thurs Prayer & Bible Study..............7:00PM Nursery Provided for Sunday Morning Worship www.FirstChurchofJesusChrist.org 6208 Guinea Pike, Milford, Ohio 45150 Pastor: Melvin Moore Church: 513-575-5450

PRESBYTERIAN (USA) LOVELAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

A Loving, Praying, Caring Church Join us for Sunday Services

One block north of Main Street at 3rd 513-724-6305 WburgUMC@aol.com

Worship Service ...................... 10:00am Church School ......................... 11:15am Fellowship/Coffee Hour after Worship Nursery Provided/Youth Group Activities

Pastor: Rev. Jay Madigan

360 Robin Av (off Oak St) Loveland OH

330 Gay Street, Williamsburg, OH 45176

www.williamsburgumc.com

683-2525

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NAZARENE Bethel Nazarene Church Rev. Scott Wade, Senior Pastor Rev. Cynthia Church, Discipleship Pastor Rev. Dale Noel, Congregational Care Pastor Rev. Kent Davenport, Youth Pastor SUNDAY: Sunday School (All Ages) Worship Service Children’s Worship. (1st-5th Grades) Discipleship Hour Nursery Care Provided Handicapped Accessible MONDAY: Ladies’ Bible Study/Prayer Group WEDNESDAY: ‘Bethel Chapel’ Prayer Service Youth Group - Grades 6-12

9:30am 10:30am

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CALVIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Amelia/Withamsville - 3mi. East of I-275 1177 West Ohio Pike (SR125)-Phone 752-2525

Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am

Nursery care provided www.calvin-pc.org

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 199 Gay Street Williamsburg, Ohio 45176 Phone: 513-724-7985 Sunday School: 9:30A.M.

Worship:10:30A.M.(SupervisedNursery) PRESCHOOL: Tues, Weds, Thurs

WESLYAN MULBERRY WESLEYAN CHURCH

7:00pm 7:00pm

S.Charity & E. Water Sts. Bethel, Ohio 45106 513-734-4204 Ofﬁce: M-F 8:00am - 2:00pm E-mail: bethelnaz@fuse.net www.bethelnazarenechurch.org

949 SR Bus. 28, Milford 831-3218 Eric George, Pastor Kent Underwood, Minister of Worship & Music

Sunday School 9:30am Worship/Children’s Church 10:30am Tuesday Adult Bible Study/Prayer Mtg 7:00pm Wednesday Youth Mtg. 7:00pm Friday Young Adult Mtg. 7:30pm “A friendly Church for the Whole Family”

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Burroughs writes a whale of a fishing book Lisa J. Mauch

lmauch@communitypress.com

STONELICK TWP. — Bob Burroughs has fished all over North America. He fishes in fresh water and salt water. He fishes out of boats, from canoes and by wading. And he's been doing it since he was 5 years old. The Stonelick Township resident gathered all his fishing tales into the book “Where the Gulls Are: Fishing with Joe.” “In the literature of fishing all the attention is given to professional anglers and high-end resorts,” said Bur-

roughs. According to him there are almost 40 million recreational fishing licenses issued and “the overwhelming majority of these anglers are ‘Joes.’ So this is for them.” The other two reasons he wrote the book was for his late wife, Catherine, who hated fishing but always supported him, and because as an engineer he had to deal with the hard facts of science and mathematics. “Fishing was my balance wheel and I wanted to share that with others,” said Burroughs. Just as his father and un-

cles took him on that first fishing trip, Burroughs has passed along his love of fishing to five sons and several of his16 grandchildren. “I think he’s the best,” said son Andy Burroughs. “He catches fish when nobody else does. If there’s a day no one’s caught any fish he comes back with a stringful. He won’t tell anybody how he caught them all.” Bob said one of the points he makes in his book is that people don’t have to have to be rich and famous to have a great fishing experience. “We did it with a low bud-

Farming practices to be studied In a continuing effort to protect and restore waterways in Clermont County, the East Fork Collaborative is partnering with Miami University’s Institute for the Environment and Sustainability (IES) to research farming practices across the county. “Sustainable agriculture practices can reduce the runoff of nutrients and soil into a watershed, resulting in a positive impact in the

quality of our water resources,” said John McManus with the East Fork Collaborative. Sustainable agriculture is a way of raising food that meets the needs of the present generation without compromising the needs of future generations. “While we have many producers that use sustainable farming practices, we want to better understand how to help other producers embrace the method, with-

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get and short schedule,” he said. “I think one of the predominant themes of the book is do your homework. Gather local intelligence. The book is full of failures and disasters we got into by not doing our homework.” Even Andy learned something. “I like the fact that there’s a lot of good information in there,” he said. “All his stories are so colorful. There are stories in the book I didn’t know about.” For more information about the book or to purchase a copy, visit http:// bookstore.authorhouse.com or go to Amazon.com.

Bob Burroughs at the helm of his Grady White boat in his Stonelick Township yard. "She may not look like much but she works," he said. LISA J. MAUCH

Ionnas of Milford honored as Athenaeum Philanthropists of the Year Greg are Gloria Ionna of Milford, leading benefactors of The Athenaeum of Ohio/Mount St. Mary’s Seminary of the West, were honored as Philanthropists of the Year at the annual National Philanthropy Day luncheon Nov. 17 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Cincinnati. The Cincinnati chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals organized the local 2011 National Philanthropy luncheon where honorees of many Greater Cincinnati non-profit organizations were recognized. The event was presented by the Fifth Third Foundation. “This marks the 19th year The Athenaeum of Ohio/Mount St. Mary’s Seminary of the West participated in National Philanthropy Day. It provides a great opportunity for us to publicly thank and recognize special people who significantly invest of themselves to make a positive impact on our mission to prepare people to serve the Catholic Church as priests, deacons and lay ministers,” said Athenaeum Advancement Director Jim Jackson. “Our institution has been blessed with many such benefactors and it

is a tribute to Greg and Gloria Ionna that their passion and commitment to our purpose made them our obvious choice this year.” Mr. Ionna served as co-chairman with Michael Conaton, another long time benefactor and past Athenaeum National Philanthropy Day honoree, on the recently completed Athenaeum capital campaign: Investing in Our Future – Preserving Our Legacy. The campaign raised more than $19 million funding a host of Athenaeum needs from bricks and mortar projects to smart classrooms to faculty chairs. Mr. Ionna is chief executive officer of the C.M. Paula Co., in Mason, a privately held holding company overseeing three separate subsidiary enterprises -a specialty greeting card company, a sports licensing company specializing in gifts, and a children’s education company focusing on nature and geology. Mr. Ionna also is retired executive vice president of Gibson Greeting Cards. The Ionnas, long-time Xavier University boosters, are active in Catholic causes throughout the Greater Cincin-

nati community. Mr. Ionna is a member of the Athenaeum’s Board of Trustees, serves on the board of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and on the advisory council at Xavier University. He and his wife are on the board of the Franciscan Daughters of Mary, a small group of sisters working with the poor in Covington, Ky. Mrs. Ionna is a committee chair for Birthright of Greater Cincinnati – the oldest pregnancy crisis center in the area. Her husband is a committee member. While they reside in Clermont County’s Miami Township, the Ionnas belong to St. Francis Seraph Parish serving the poor in Over-theRhine. Mrs. Ionna, a former records manager at Blue Cross/Blue Shield and an active pro-life advocate, launched two stores – Loveland and Mason – originally called Truly Blest – a resale enterprise specializing in donated clothing for infants, children, adults and expectant mothers. The Ionnas donated the Loveland store to Birthright of Cincinnati and its name was changed to Twice Blest. The Mason store has closed.

Seniors need to take care with medications Medications do a wonderful job in improving the health of seniors and reducing the complications of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease and COPD. Medications also can also help lower the overall cost of healthcare by lowering the rates of disease. Sometimes, though, medication can hurt instead of help. Each year, more money is spent treating medication-related problems such as medication side effects than on the cost of medicines them-

selves. Statistics from the Seniors at Risk study done in 2004 show that while seniors made up only 13 percent of the population they used 40 percent of prescription drugs and 35 percent of over-the-counter drugs. Seniors took more medication that any other age group. On average, seniors between 65 and 69 years of age took 14 prescription medications a year and the 80- to 84-yearage range took 18 prescriptions a year. The most common med-

ication-related problems were too big or too small of a dose, being prescribed the wrong drug for the medical condition, side effects of the drug and drug interactions. The risk of medicationrelated problems for seniors can be lowered by consulting a pharmacist. With the right education about medication, seniors can have better quality of care and a better quality of life. To learn more, call Denise Franer RN at the Clermont Co. General Health District, (513) 735-8421.

Enjoy Winter Solstice at CNC Celebrate winter traditions in a whole new way. Join the CNC community for the annual Winter Solstice Celebration from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sun, Dec. 18. This is a chance to see nature in action during the peaceful winter season. Guests are invited to take a horse-drawn wagon ride through Rowe Woods and can take a self-guided winter scavenger hunt.

Visitors can make their own percussion instrument or plant Narcissus bulbs. West Clermont By Request will sing holiday classics. A dulcimer performance will take place in the Krippendorf Lodge. Participants can join a drumming circle to feel the energy and excitement of the winter solstice. Registration is not required. Cost for member

adults is $6, children is $3. Cost for non-member adults is $14, children is $6. Some activities may require additional fees. Cash only accepted. For more information on the Winter Solstice Celebration, visit www.CincyNature.org or call 831-1711. Cincinnati Nature Center’s Rowe Woods is at 4949 Tealtown Road.

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DECEMBER 14, 2011 • CJN-MMA • B7

POLICE REPORTS

Incidents/investigations Child endangering At 1300 block of Ohio 28, Nov. 21. Criminal damage Door of vehicle damaged at 6519 Arborcrest Lane, Nov. 22. Mailbox damaged at 6730 Miamiwoods, Nov. 22. Christmas lights damaged at 947 Palomar, Nov. 27. Criminal mischief Christmas light wires cut at 6348 Pawnee Ridge, Nov. 25. Criminal trespass Trespassing on property of Kroger at Ohio 28, Nov. 27. Domestic violence At Ohio 28, Nov. 23. At Delfair Lane, Nov. 27. Forgery Checks taken and forger; $3,325 at 6119 Doe Court, Nov. 22. Importuning Sexual message found on juvenile's cellphone at 1400 block of Lela Lane, Nov. 21. Misuse of credit card Female stated card used with no authorization at 411 Loveland Miamiville, Nov. 25. Runaway Male juvenile reported missing at 800 block of Ohio 50, Nov. 22. Theft Merchandise taken from Meijer; $135 at Ohio 28, Nov. 21. Merchandise taken from Meijer; $50 at Ohio 28, Nov. 21. Knives and sunglasses taken from Meijer; $61 at Ohio 28, Nov. 22. Jewelry taken; $8,875 at 1774 Cottontail, Nov. 23. Gas taken from vehicle; $30 at 5599 Wolfpen Pleasant Hills, Nov. 23. Bike taken from patio at 1177 Ohio 28, Nov. 25. Dirt bike taken from porch; $800 at Ohio 131, Nov. 27. Firewood taken; $25 at 6709 Sylan Drive, Nov. 26. Make-up items taken from Meijer; $124 at Ohio 28, Nov. 27. Radio taken from vehicle; $110

MILFORD Arrests/citations Daniel A. Baker, 20, 8442 Cottonwood Drive, warrant, Dec. 3. Jonathon M. Baltrusch, 30, 903 Mohawk, warrant, Nov. 29. Jerod W. Blevins, 37, 153 Holly Lane, recited, Nov. 28. Daryl L. Cromer, 46, 125 Gebert St., warrant, Nov. 29. Stephanie L. Duvall, 32, 1 Valley Lane, driving under influence, no drivers license, Dec. 2. Robert Etherington, 44, 4743 Manor Lake Drive, recited, Dec. 1. Keith D. Hounshell, 26, 2001 Mill St., warrant, resisting arrest, Dec. 4. Joshua Litteral, 30, 1356 Ohio 52, contempt of court, Dec. 1. Taylor E. Phillips, 21, 6633 Highland Green, contempt of court, Nov. 29. Adam Retzler, 28, 95 E. Meadow Drive, driving under influence, Dec. 1. Ryan J. Spurlock, 20, 5915 Woodspoint Drive, warrant, Nov. 28. John Sullivan, 25, 20 Susan Circle No. 5, public indecency, Nov. 30. Brandon Waldron, 25, 5511 Trenton, warrant, Dec. 2. Christopher Wambsganz, 28, 504 Country Lake Lane, recited, Dec. 3. James D. Wilson, 43, 1864 Main St., recited, Dec. 3.

Incidents/investigations Criminal damage Reported at 976 Seminole Trail, Dec. 3. Window of vehicle shot with pellet gun at 38 Concord Woods, Dec. 4. Fraud Money taken from bank accounts with no authorization at 601 Garfield Ave., Nov. 28. Theft Reported at Target at 100 Rivers Edge Drive, Nov. 28. Unlisted items taken from vehicle at 175 Rivers Edge, Nov. 28. Gasoline siphoned from vehicle at 8 Clertoma Drive, Dec. 1. Coins taken from vehicle at 9705 Shawnee Run, Dec. 1. Unlisted items taken from basement at 24 Water St. No. 2, Dec. 1. Gasoline siphoned from vehicle at 2 Clertoma Drive, Dec. 1. Gasoline not paid for at United Dairy Farmers at 100 Chamber Drive, Dec. 3.

GOSHEN TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations Daniel Blanchard, 44, 6411 Snider Road, open container. Julia Feebeck, 40, 6560 Shiloh, open container. Juvenile, 16, unruly. Nancy Shelton, 55, 8495 Jonathan Lane No. D, phone harassment. David Banks, 34, 611 Redman, marijuana possession, paraphernalia. Kimberly Banks, 36, 611 Redman, marijuana possession, paraphernalia. Scott Caroll, 48, 611 Redman, marijuana possession, paraphernalia. Justin Maynard, 18, 611 Redman, drug possession, marijuana possession, warrant. Christina Wills, 22, 611 Redman, marijuana possession, paraphernalia.

Incidents/investigations Burglary At 1888 Parker Road, Nov. 21. At 6110 Misty Creek, Nov. 23. Disorder At 6835 Oakland Road, Nov. 22. At 127 Park Ave., Nov. 20.

CLERMONT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Arrests/citations James D. Philpot, 24, 128 Williamsburg St., Williamsburg, theft at 1329 Wilson Dunham Hill Road, New Richmond, Nov. 30. Jason D. Petty, 27, 14 Montgomery Way, Amelia, receiving stolen property at 2152 Ohio 125, Amelia, Nov. 29. Russell James Behymer, 31, 115 South Street, Bethel, burglary at 2929 Macedonia Road, Bethel, Dec. 1. Christopher Lee Dingus, 29, 1112 Millston Drive, No. 44, Aberdeen, burglary at 1320 Boat Run Road, New Richmond, Dec. 1. Matthew J. Butcher, 24, 100 University Lane, Batavia, burglary at 1915 Clermontville Laural Road, New Richmond, Nov. 30. Daniel D. Griffith, 28, 2191 Ohio 125, Amelia, breaking and entering, theft at 2191 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Nov. 30. George E. Schrichten, 23, 1628 Feesburg Poetown Road, Hamersville, theft at 2277 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Dec. 1. Eric Scot Davidson, 24, 151 Huckleberry Road, Amelia, failure to secure dangerous ordnance, unlawful possession of dangerous ordnance at 2061 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Nov. 29. Michael Keith Williams, 32, Old 74 Euclid Lane, Batavia, assault at 1726 Ohio 125, Amelia, Nov. 28. Alexander Chauncey Howard, 18, 335 W. 9th St., Covington, theft at 1165 Ohio 222, Felicity, Nov. 28. Jeffrey M. Statham, 26, 16337 Edgington Road, Williamsburg, assault at 17 Sulphur Springs Drive, Batavia, Nov. 28. Miranda Kodi Washburn, 20, 4 Pineview Drive, Amelia, possessing drug abuse instruments at 4 Pine View Drive, Amelia, Nov. 29. Kayla M. Ichelle Ballard, 19, 1189 Carrol Ave., Lawrenceburg, Ind., underage person not to purchase or consume lowalcohol beverage at 2188 Winemiller Lane, Batavia, Nov. 29. Juvenile, 12, domestic violence _ knowingly cause physical harm, Amelia, Nov. 29. Preston Michael Denny, 23, 939 Ohio 133, Felicity, theft at 939 Ohio 133, Felicity, Nov. 30. Samantha Jo Greeninger, 24, 5766 Baas Road, Batavia, domestic violence at 5766 Baas Road, Batavia, Nov. 30. Juvenile, 17, domestic violence _ knowingly cause physical harm, Amelia, Dec. 1. Juvenile, 17, offenses involving underage persons _ underage consume beer intoxicating liquor, Amelia, Dec. 1. Juvenile, 16, offenses involving underage persons _ underage consume beer intoxicating liquor, Amelia, Dec. 1. Michelle Jesse, 43, 49 Madagascar Drive, Amelia, offenses involving underage persons _ owner/occupant of public/ private place allow underage to remain while consuming alcohol at 49 Madagascar Drive, Amelia, Dec. 1.

Keith D. Williams, 35, 258 Sunny Meadow, Batavia, possession of drugs at Clough/Taylor, Batavia, Dec. 1. Juvenile, 16, disorderly conduct, Batavia, Dec. 1. Linda Joyce Christian, 55, 2191 E. Ohio Pike Lot 109, Amelia, domestic violence _ knowingly cause physical harm at 2191 Ohio 125, Amelia, Dec. 1. Ella G. Rideout, 50, 930 Ohio Pike, No. 513, Cincinnati, theft at 1230 Ohio 125, Amelia, Dec. 3. Adam J. Ralstin, 22, 3680 Tanbark Court, Amelia, vehicular vandalism _ drop or throw any object at, onto, or in the path of any vehicle, street car, or trackless trolley on a highway at Ohio 132 / Ohio 32, Batavia, Dec. 4.

Incidents/investigations Aggravated menacing At 2215 Old Ohio 32, Batavia, Dec. 3. Assault At 92 Cutty Sark Drive, Amelia, Nov. 30. At 17 Sulphur Springs Drive, Batavia, Nov. 28. At 1726 Ohio 125, Amelia, Nov. 24. At 2199 Winemiller Lane, Batavia, Dec. 4. At 3304 Ohio 131, Goshen, Nov. 28. At 4354 Spring Meadows Drive, Batavia, Dec. 2. Breaking and entering At 1329 Wilson Dunham Hill Road, New Richmond, Jan. 9. At 799 Maple Creek, New Richmond, Nov. 29. At 2191 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Nov. 21. At 171 Mount Holly Road, Amelia, Nov. 29. At 171 Mount Holly Road, Amelia, Nov. 30. At 3078 South Bantam Road, Bethel, Dec. 1. At 3144 Ohio 132, Amelia, Dec. 4. At 3531 Ohio 132, Amelia, Dec. 1. Burglary

Jeff Lowrey, Goshen, HVAC, 1288 Clarawill Drive, Goshen Township. Michael Bigley, Goshen, garage, 6655 Manila Road, Goshen Township, $15,000. William McFadden, Loveland, garage, 1362 Emerson, Miami Township. John Samoya, Loveland, porch, 1303 Bay Court, Miami Township, $20,000. Marquardt Electrical Services, Cincinnati, alter, 5660 Bee Lane,

Miami Township. Jansen Heat & Air, Cincinnati, HVAC, 6206 Pintail, Miami Township. Robert Evans, Milford, alter 5732 Linda Way, Miami Township. Osterwisch Electric, Cincinnati, alter, 6245 Sweet Briar, Miami Township. Bertke Electric, Cincinnati, alter, 6208 Spires Drive, Miami Township.

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Criminal mischief At 3922 Greentree Terrace, Amelia, Dec. 1. At 10 Estate Drive, Amelia, Dec. 2. At 901 Stonelick Woods Circle Batavia, Dec. 2. Disorderly conduct At 1351 Clough Pike, Batavia, Dec. 1. Domestic violence _ knowingly cause physical harm At Ohio 125, Amelia, Dec. 1. At Shorewood Drive, Amelia, Nov. 29. At Madagascar Drive, Amelia, Dec. 1. Domestic violence At Baas Road, Batavia, Nov. 30. Endangering children _ create substantial risk of harm At 2141 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Dec. 2. Failure to secure dangerous ordnance At 2061 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Nov. 22. Forgery At 1030 Minning Drive, Batavia, Nov. 30. Menacing At 2846 Ohio Pike, Bethel, Dec. 1. At 3418 Ohio 132, Amelia, Nov. 28. Misuse of credit card At 1697 Clough Pike, Batavia, Dec. 3.

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Kathy Thomas, 35, 1365 Ohio 28 No. 12, child endangering, Nov. 21. Tonyia P. Odell, 40, 1080 Turner Road, driving under influence, drug possession, Nov. 23. Jeffrey R. Evans, 47, 4524 Weiner Lane, drug abuse, driving under suspension, Nov. 24. Gary Hubbard, 26, 969 Ohio 28 No. A, domestic violence, Nov. 23. Brian F. Hubbard, 27, 969 Ohio 28 No. A, domestic violence, Nov. 23. Steven D. Scott, 49, 1638 Squires Wood, driving under influence, open container, Nov. 26. Tina M. Hendricks-Collier, 44, 1456 Ohio 131, obstructing official business, Nov. 24. W. Lavelle Thompson, 48, 785 Converse, assault, theft, driving under influence, Nov. 24. Andrew R. Sulick, 19, 5038 Midfield, underage consumption, drug paraphernalia, Nov. 26. Eric J. Sanders, 19, 464 Bransteade Court, underage consumption, drug paraphernalia, Nov. 26. Robert Kohler, 20, 620 Quail Run, underage consumption, drug possession, Nov. 26. Conner Clark, 20, 5826 Patrick Henry, underage consumption, Nov. 26. Kyle R. Traynor, 23, 79 Hunters Court, public indecency, Nov. 27. Heather M. Latham, 19, 900 Mohawk Trail No. 7, theft, drug paraphernalia, Nov. 27. Taylor S. Michael, 22, 2007 Greenbush West, theft, drug possession, Nov. 27. Jeffrey Cain, 45, 6043 Delfair Lane, domestic violence, Nov. 27.

Dispute At 193 Bruce Court, Nov. 20. At 6972 Edenton Pleasant Plain, Nov. 22. At 311 Carol Court, Nov. 22. ID fraud At 6960 Goshen Road, Nov. 21. Misuse of credit card At 6063 Marsh Circle, Nov. 25. Theft At 7293 Pleasant Renner Road, Nov. 20. At 5976 Deerfield, Nov. 21. At 7112 Hill Station, Nov. 23. At 1873 Ohio 28, Nov. 25. Violation of protection order At 161 Club Drive, Nov. 20. At 6822 Goshen Road, Nov. 20.

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IN THE COURTS The following cases have been filed with Clermont County clerk of courts.

Filings Jeffrey Tomlinson, et al. vs. Davita Inc., et al., professional tort. Charlotte Muniz vs. Reilly Chiropractic, et al., professional tort. Deborah A. Ogden, et al. vs. Douglas Planck, et al., other tort. Keith Zornes vs. Ford Motor Co. Batavia Transmission Plant, worker’s compensation. JPMorgan Chase Bank NA vs. Carol A. Delfavero, et al., foreclosure. Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. vs. Jamie Gilbert, et al., foreclosure. One West Bank FSB vs. James A. Foley, et al., foreclosure. Bank of America NA vs. Janice C. Barringer, et al., foreclosure. Wells Fargo Financial Ohio1 Inc. vs. Martin T. Salmons, et al., foreclosure. CitiMortgage Inc. vs. Pamela J.

Morello, et al., foreclosure. Bank of America NA vs. Krystyna Maria Kornas, et al., foreclosure. Huntington National Bank vs. Christine Kessel, et al., foreclosure. Wells Fargo Bank NA vs. Ronnie Gene Sandlin, et al., foreclosure. Bank of America NA vs. Monica L. Mertens, et al., foreclosure. Fifth Third Mortgage Co. vs. Dexter Wayne Campbell, et al., foreclosure. CitiMortgage Inc. vs. Lori A. Katzenstein, et al., foreclosure. Wells Fargo Bank NA vs. Danny Troxell, et al., foreclosure. Bank of America NA vs. William A. Pennington, et al., foreclosure. Union Savings Bank vs. Timothy L. Pfarr, et al., foreclosure. Bristol Lake Homeowners Association Inc. vs. Garin L. ,Smith et al., foreclosure. Bristol Lake Homeowners Association Inc. vs. Jennifer M. Dempsey, et al., foreclosure. The Bluffs at McGuffey Lakes

LEGAL NOTICE A special meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Clermont Metropolitan Housing Authority will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2011at 9:00 a.m. at the Authority’s administrative office at 65 S. Market St., Batavia, Ohio. The purpose of the Special Meeting is to do any legal business of the Authority.

LEGAL NOTICE Andrea Lovins E40 3957 Youngman Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45245 Brian Sitz F16 22 Honeysuckle Amelia, OH 45102 You are hereby notified that your personal belongings stored at Eastside Storage, 1170 Ohio Pike, Amelia, OH 45102 will be sold for payment due. 1680348

Equal Opportunity Employer LEGAL NOTICE Equal Housing Opportunity 1001680341 The following Storage unit(s) from Stronghold of EastLEGAL NOTICE gate will be sold at Clermont County, State of Ohio public auction by Don Bates Auctioneers, Cincinnati Insurance Company, P.O. Box at 758 Old State 145496, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-5496 and Route 74, Cincinnati Koehler Construction Inc, plaintiffs vs. Tho- Ohio 45245 on Saturmas Kahle, defendant. Case Number is day, December 24th, 11CVH2842. 2011 at 10:00 a.m. and will continue until Notice is hereby given to defendant Tho- all units are sold. The mas Kahle, last known address is 4740 unit numbers, names Dues Dr. Unit M Cincinnati, OH 45246, and last known adthat suit was filed against Thomas Kahle dresses are as folfor damages of $5,465.00 due to defend- lows: ant converting to his own use funds belong- Unit# 295 - Elizabeth ing to Koehler Construction Inc, at Koehler Trumble, 7158 Construction Inc. Woodridge Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45230. Defendant above named is required to an- Unit# 321 - Debrah swer within twenty-eight days after, the Wood, 4778 Shadow date of the last publication of this notice. Wood Ct., Cincinnati, 1001677144 Ohio 45244. 679336

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Community Association vs. Thomas M. Riley Jr., et al., foreclosure. LaSalle Bank NA vs. Jim E. Castner, et al., foreclosure. Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York vs. Jean L. Hussa, et al., foreclosure. Bank of America NA vs. Rosemarie Austine, et al., foreclosure. Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation vs. Carl P. Mills, et al., foreclosure. Bank of America NA vs. Harold L. Bare, et al., foreclosure. Bank of New York Mellon vs. Tony Dunn, et al., foreclosure. Compass Bank vs. Tommy Nguyen, et al., foreclosure. Bank of America NA vs. Mary A. Ball, et al., foreclosure. U.S. Bank NA vs. Marlene K. Hendrigsman, et al., foreclosure. Bank of America NA vs. David G. Fitchtel, et al., foreclosure. Deutsche Bank Naitonal Trust Co. vs. Debra Cannady, et al., foreclosure. Huntington National Bank vs. Keith W. Shebesta, et al., foreclosure. Geico General Ins. Co., et al. vs. Tyler A. Craver, other civil. Belinda Ward vs. John R. Kasich, et al., other civil. Diana McCloud vs. Ford Motor Company, other civil. Discover Bank vs. Kimberly A. Sexton, other civil. Cintel Financial Credit Union vs. Gail A. Low, other civil. Ford Housing Finance Services vs. Burlin Hatfield, other civil. RAB Performance Recoveries LLC vs. Timothy C. Klaber, other civil. Ohio Receivables LLC vs. Donald R. Smith, other civil. Shanda G. Douglas, et al. vs.

George Eckert, et al., other civil. Philip R. Dooloukas, et al. vs. Marika Burkart, et al., other civil. State of Ohio Dept of Transportation vs. Amberly N. Nickason, other civil. Zoologicial Society of Cincinnati vs. Mike DeWIne, et al., other civil. Clermont County Transportation Improvement District vs. Tim Rush Ossenbeck Trustee, et al., other civil. Discover Bank vs. Mary C. Jones, other civil. Airgas Great Lakes Inc. vs. Howard J. Coomes, other civil.

Divorce Jessica L. McCormick vs. Michael W. McCormick Geoffrey D. Sidlow vs. Jennifer G. Sidlow Shelby E. Lucas vs. Betty L. Lucas David Hendricks vs. Diane Hendricks Thomas Casteel vs. Daena Casteel Shawn Wiseman vs. Melissa Wiseman Todd Shinkle vs. Tracey Shinkle Andrea Hill vs. Jonathan Hill

Dissolution Rebekah L. Castro vs. Antonio C. Castro Chrystal L. Smith vs. Roger C. Smith Tammy Jordan vs. Adam Jordan Michael R. Wagner vs. Julie L. Wagner Bret A. Schlosser vs. Trisha Emery Theodore R. Stanley vs. Diana L. Stanley Margaret J. Booth vs. David Booth Nicole Black vs. James Black Mary Stonecipher vs. Eric Stonecipher Jennifer Hammerle vs. Geoff

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Mildred “Mickie” Andrews Gadd, 88, Milford, died Dec. 6. She worked at KMart. Survived by daughters Susan (Michael) West, Michelle (Jay) Pittroff; grandchildren Kelli Schuster, Kristin (Brent) Wygant, Jeffrey (Donna), Mark, Christopher Peel; great-grandchildren Christine, Mitchell, Harrison, Ryan, Coraline; sisters Bernice “Toots” (Bill) Gadd, Sandra (Wes) Thirlield. Preceded in death by husband James Gadd, seven siblings. Services were Dec. 8 at Evans Funeral Home. Memorials to the American Lung Association.

Marguerite Hill Lingerfelt, 82, Goshen, died Dec. 2. She was a waitress at the Sky Galley Restaurant, Lunken Airport. Survived by husband Marvin Lingerfelt; children Daniel (Debbie), Timothy (Charlotte) Murphy, Becky Davidson; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by first husband Kenneth Murphy Sr., son Kenneth Murphy Jr., stepsons John, James Lingerfelt. Services were Dec. 7 at Evans Funeral Home. Memorials to Destiny Hospice.

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The following people have been indicted by the Clermont County grand jury to the Court of Common Pleas. This means members of the grand jury decided enough evidence has been collected to warrant filing charges. Timothy Wayne Miller, 35, 1785 Ohio 28, Lot 244, Goshen, theft, Goshen Township Police. William Robert Rains, 28, 1785 Ohio 28, Lot 264, Goshen, burglary, Goshen Township Police. Thomas Darrel Headley, 50, Clermont County Jail, robbery, grand theft of a motor vehicle, Milford Police. James Bruce Griffin II, 23, 172 Waxwing Drive, Cincinnati, possession of cocaine, possession of drugs, operation while under the influence of alcohol or drug of abuse or with specified concentrations of alcohol or drug in certain bodily substances, Ohio State Highway Patrol. Mark Anthony Martinez Jr., 24, Clermont County Jail, robbery, Pierce Township Police. Scott Oliver Winkler Jr., 18, 1143 Ferris Road, Amelia, burglary, Union Township Police. Shawn Paul Walls, 27, 890 W. Loveland Ave. Apt. J2, Loveland, breaking and entering,

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Liemann Mink; sons Craig, Kurt (Tracy) Mink; grandchildren Lindsey, McKinley, Colt, Quentin, Tanner, Hunter, Casey Mink; great-grandchildren Bryson Cooper, Gavin Mink; siblings Carol (Gary) Allmyer, Carl Cromer, Jackie (Anna), Billy (Laura) Mink. Services were Dec. 8 at Evans Funeral Home. Memorials to: Clermont County Humane Society, 4025 Filager Road, Batavia, OH 45103.

rated seventh at the Lawrenceburg Motorcycle Speedway in 1999. Survived by father Doug Sayles; mother Terri (Scott) Kirk; brothers Shawn, Chad Campbell; grandparents Margaret Sayles, Jacqueline Hampton, Roger Hadley; aunt Patsy Marlar; uncle Scott Hadley. Preceded in death by grandfather Arlen Sayles, uncle Edward Sayles. Services were Dec. 8 at Evans Funeral Home.

Eloise Paine Eloise L. Paine, 76, Goshen, died Dec. 8. Survived by daughters Victoria Nugent, Sherril Knight; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Craver-Riggs Funeral Home.

Larry Perry Larry L. Perry, 57, Goshen Township, died Dec. 4. He was a machinist. Survived by children Tim, Andy, Chad, Nick, Victor, Alex, Cody Perry; several grandchildren; mother Lois Perry; siblings Rodney, Chris Perry, Bev Shotniki, Paul Bolin. Services were Dec. 7 at Evans Funeral Home.

Joshua Sayles Joshua Arlen Sayles, 22, Goshen, died Dec. 2. He raced motorcycles and was

Robert Yoh Robert L. Yoh, 85, Milford, died Dec. 2. He worked for the Continental Can Company for 36 Yoh years. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, and a member of the Van Wert American Legion Post and its 40et8, and the Van Wert Moose Lodge. Survived by son Greg (Lori) Yoh; stepdaughter Kathy Perry; siblings Doyle (Janice) Adams, Jean Ann (Clyde) Ford; grandson Adam Yoh; step-granddaughters Jennifer Maggard, Jessica Jackson. Preceded in death by wife Rita Huffman Yoh. Services were Dec. 6 at AlspachGearhart Funeral Home, Van Wert. Memorials to Clermont County Senior Services, Miami Township branch.

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theft, Union Township Police. Richard Lee Haney, 31, 100 2nd St., Mt. Orab, breaking and entering, theft, Union Township Police. Christopher James Hill, 25, Clermont County Jail, theft, Clermont County Sheriff’s Office. Edward Powers Jr., 32, 787 S. Main St., Georgetown, forgery, receiving stolen property, theft, misuse of credit cards, Clermont County Sheriff’s Office. Stacey Paige Naegel, 24, 1585 Creek Side Drive, Amelia, burglary, Clermont County Sheriff’s Office. Corey David Carnahan, 21, 30 Swan Lane, Amelia, burglary, grand theft of a firearm, Clermont County Sheriff’s Office. Katelyn E. Romano, 20, 5353 Galley Hill Road, Milford, forgery, theft, Miami Township Police. Amy L. Deardoff, 43, 8100 Blue Ash Road, Suite 2, Cincinnati, theft, Miami Township Police. Garry Allen Williams, 39, 904 Commons Drive, Milford, trafficking in cocaine, Narcotics Unit. Eric Lee Berry, 45, 1819 Dana Court, Evansville, IN illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs, engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity, Narcotics Unit. Ramon Garcia Garcia, 22, Clermont County Jail, trafficking in heroin, possession of heroin, engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity, Narcotics Unit. Luis Geraldo Garcia Del Rio, 20, Clermont County Jail, trafficking in heroin, possession of heroin, Narcotics Unit.

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NORTH CAROLINA

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Hammerle Ronald Luthy vs. Tisha M. Luthy Emily A. Ording vs. Timothy E. Ording Christy Burger vs. Dan Burger Bethany C. Souder vs. Kyle B. Souder Matthew P. Rinesmith vs. Melissa A. Rinesmith Jennifer A. Lajoye vs. Timothy Lajoye

5963 Castlewood Crossing Unit 6, Linda Balzhiser to Ivy & Rodney Hodges, $189,000. 6122 Cook Road, First Financial Collateral Inc. to Michael &

Lechelle Benken, 1.2010 acre, $22,000. 5572 Eagles Watch Way, Garry Brasch Custom Homes Inc. to CenterBank, 0.4890 acre, $176,666.67. 951 Long Lane, Marghub Mirza & Mischelle Mehr to Wen-He Lu & Lihong Bei, 0.2940 acre, $229,900. 851 Miami Ridge Drive, Xceed Financial Credit Union to Michael & Adrienne Harmeyer, $250,000. 5329 Oakcrest Court, Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. to Ryan & Lindsay Wilhelm, 0.3420 acre, $198,000. 6080 Price Road, Manuel Bustamante, et al. to Federal National Mortgage Assoc., 3.6100 acre, $146,666.67. 6708 Sandy Shores Drive, Zicka Homes Ltd. to Laurie Cowell & Thomas Nelson, trustees, 0.7470 acre, $602,021. 601 W. Hanna Avenue, Thomas & Mary Kay Kaelin to Keith & Gina Davidson, $405,000. 612 West Hanna Ave., Donald & Joan Emory, trustees to Trevor & Carey Hutchinson, $402,500.

MILFORD

4415 Aicholz Road, M & M Commercial Real Estate LLC to NIKASH, LLC, 1.8920 acre, $1,220,000. 508 Dot Avenue, Heather & Joel Koch to Anna Cornell, 0.1290 acre, $85,000. 121 Gatch Ave., Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. to Dana Smith Jr., 0.1910 acre, $90,995. 23 White Water Way, Pamela Lenz, successor trustee to Joann Lyon, $143,000.

STONELICK TOWNSHIP

5131 Stonelick-Williams Corner Road, Phyllis Gilkison to Jerry Gilkison, 17.2020 acre, $85,000. Stonelick Williams Corner Road, Lenard & Janet Short to Brian Carlson, 7.5500 acre, $60,000.

WAYNE TOWNSHIP

2578 Moler Road, Erica Zirkle & Kristopher Beetz to Kristopher Beetz, 2.0000 acre, $56,200. Roudebush Road, Christopher & Jillian Holden to Allan Dierker & Ruth M.A.L. Dierker, 12.4190 acre, $46,000.