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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2015

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The year in Kenton County news

Your Community Recorder newspaper presents the top news stories of 2015 in Kenton County. To compile this list, we relied on our staff’s knowledge of the issues: roads, business developments, schools, people and neighborhoods. Then we looked at the stats showing which articles you read the most on our website, Cincinnati.com. In 2016 the Recorder looks forward to introducing you to fascinating people and covering our county’s important challenges.

Update: STEAM Academy has powerful future Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

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Toebben Construction Co. is building Independence Square, a new neighborhood shopping center at the corner of Harris Pike, and new and old Ky 17.

Business is booming in Kenton County Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

In 2015, business was booming in Kenton County.

The southern end of the county saw the construction of an Aldi Grocery Store and Dollar Tree.

Toebben Construction Co. is still building Independence Square, a new neighborhood shopping center at the corner of Harris Pike, and new and old Ky 17. The 64,000-square-foot center will include three separate buildings. Aldi and Dollar Tree, the first tenants booked are expected to open in March 2016.

Great Clips, Verizon Wireless and Good Spirits Wine and Tobacco have signed leases, as well.

In Taylor Mill, with completion of the new Ky. 16 or Pride Parkway, Mayor Dan Bell expects an uptick in development. Bell said the 157-acre business district, Districts of Taylor Mill, is poised for new business.

In 2014, the first development in the commercial zone was a 35,000-square-foot building, the Holland Restaurant Group’s $10 million headquarters named Trifecta. It is home to a LaRosa’s, Skyline Chili and Graeter’s ice cream parlor. This year, the development welcomed Golf Exchange, one of six locally owned golf retail chains.

There are four districts in the commercial zone with graduated uses, from small service businesses to professional offices, retail and hospitality businesses and research and development uses.

At the northern end, in Fort Mitchell the Christ Hospital Health Network purchased 15 acres of property at the former Drawbridge Inn site in February.

“We’re excited about being able to provide services to our patients who live in Northern Kentucky,” Victor J. DiPilla, vice president and chief business development officer for The Christ Hospital Health Network told the Enquirer in February. “It will also keep jobs in the market in Northern Kentucky, and specifically, Fort Mitchell.”

Demolition of the sprawling Drawbridge Hotel & Convention Center, a medieval-inspired former hotel complex, took place in spring of 2014. The 382-room Old English-style hotel was razed to make way for The Christ Hospital’s 75,000-square-foot medical office building and a retail and residential development.

INDEPENDENCE – In June Kenton County Schools created the first STEAM Academy in Northern Kentucky.

Summit View Elementary and Middle schools became a combined preschool through eighth grade school. This allowed the district to create a STEAM Academy with a focus revolving around science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM).

“As the first STEAM Academy in Northern Kentucky, we are extremely pleased with the ease in the transition from two traditional schools into one preschool through eighth grade academy,” Superintendent Terri Cox-Cruey said.

“The current focus is incorporating personalized learning with high interest activities.

“For example, students are building catapults as student engineers, researching life in the outdoors with guest speakers from REI and introducing students to authentic learning opportunities.

Our teachers are collaborating to build a strong, engaging curriculum that takes the Kentucky academic standards, and allows students to personalize the learning opportunities to show mastery of content.”

Staff Sgt. Paul Brondhaver

Helping A Hero builds home in Independence Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

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STEAM Academy Principal Lesley Smith stands outside the campus formerly known as the Summit View Academy.

Kenton County Schools is an open enrollment district, so any student within the district is allowed to enroll in the STEAM Academy.

Dixie Heights student wins against odds Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

EDGEWOOD – This year Recorder readers learned about Hayleigh Harden, a Dixie Heights High School student who was awarded an Against All Odds Award by the Kentucky Education Council.

When Harden was 14, her mother and stepfather owned a pawn shop. They were arrested and charged with having stolen property. Her stepfather went to jail.

Her mother was on probation, but violated it and eventually went to prison too. Harden often felt alone and afraid, but by helping to care for her younger siblings, she found courage.

Harden saw potential in herself as well and pursued it.

At the end of May this year, she reached a milestone destination – high school graduation.

“I’m excited to go on to college and do what I want to do and make my own decisions for my life,” the Dixie Heights High School senior said. “I’m excited to start a new

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That path includes attending the University of Cincinnati. She’s was accepted into its chemistry program and hopes to one day be an anesthesiologist.

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INDEPENDENCE – Helping A Hero, a nonprofit organization that provides specially adapted homes for severely wounded veterans, is building a home in Independence for Staff Sgt. Paul Brondhaver.

Right now he spends most of his time in a 15 by 10 room attached to his garage. He’s unable to travel through his split-level home in New Richmond, Ohio, because of wounds he suffered during his tour in Iraq.

“He can’t go up the stairs without extreme pain,” said Meredith Iler, chairman emeritus for Helping a Hero. “It’s a gut-wrenching daily existence.”

Helping a Hero has worked closely with Arlinghaus Builders to design every aspect of a 2,700-square-foot home. A ground-breaking ceremony was held at 10669 Windbrook Independence, lot Court No.186 in Williams Woods.

Country music singer and Grammy winner Lee Greenwood performed at the groundbreaking.

Brondhaver’s home, slated to be completed next spring, will be fully accessible with wider doors, a roll-in shower, roll-under sink, flush thresholds and other safety features.

This is the second Helping A Hero home in the Cincinnati area and the third in Kentucky. Helping a Hero has built about 100 homes in 22 states.

Brondhaver said the home is “a dream come true.”

Paul Brondhaver joined the U.S. Army at age 17, before graduating from New RichSee HERO, Page 2A

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mond High School in May 1986. He has traveled all over the world through his military service to places such as Honduras, Germany, Panama, Kuwait and Iraq. He served with the 216th Combat Engineer Unit and the

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1st Infantry Division in Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2003 through 2005.

Brondhaver’s tour ended early when his combat patrol was attacked with small arms fire and a rocket propelled grenade that exploded near his Humvee in Summara, north of Baghdad, Iraq, in July 2004. Paul’s body was riddled with more than 300 pieces of metal shrapnel in the attack, while a fellow soldier and friend was killed in the explosion.

Paul has hearing loss, severe nerve damage, a traumatic brain injury and severe post-traumatic stress disorder.

He has received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart.

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New leaders in Kenton County Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

Several new faces graced the spotlight this year in Kenton County.

From newly elected mayors to school leaders to city administrators.

The year kicked off with two newly elected mayors in Erlanger and Fort Mitchell.

Erlanger Mayor Tyson

years.

In Fort Mitchell former councilman Jude Hehman was elected mayor beating Jim Hummeldorf, who at the time was a member of council.

Hehman took in 54 percent of the votes.

Hehman is a lifelong resident of the city, was the youngest person to be elected to the city council at age 21, and went on to

serve for five terms 10 for years. He succeeded Chris Wiest who Hehman not did reseek election.

Fort Mitchell also welcomed a new city adminSee LEADERS, Page 3A

Ft. Mitchell police halt heroin issue at Kroger Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

FORT MITCHELL – This year, Fort Mitchell police have thrown water on a popular heroin hotspot.

Earlier this year the Recorder reported that the department was upping patrols at the Kroger parking lot on Dixie Highway.

At that time, since 2013, the department had made 66 heroin-related arrests.

The Kroger parking lot was a popular spot for heroin users.

Heroin users were regularly pulling off the interstate, pulling into Kroger, shooting up and then going on their way. That’s changed, according to interim police chief Matt Robinson.

“Things are going in the right direction,” Robinson said. “The overall numbers in (Fort Mitchell) have dropped as it pertains to the arrests made

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Fort Mitchell officer Shane Best looks for heroin users in the parking lot of Kroger on Dixie Highway.

for possession of controlled substance first degree - heroin. We had about a 37 percent decrease of heroin arrests in

the city from last year to this year. As for the number of arrests made in the lot of Kroger, those have decreased as well.”

OKI Board to adopt Ky. 536 plan Jan. 14 Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

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Hermes the took helm of his city, beating longtime city leader Hermes Tom Rouse 24 by votes. Hermes, a commercial developer, had no prior political experience and has lived in the city for four

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of Governments could adopt an improvement plan for Ky. 536 Jan. 14.

This segment of the roadway, between Ky. 17 and the Kenton and Campbell county line, is the only remaining section of the entire corridor that does not have a preferred alternative or improvement plan in place. In 2015, the Ky. 536 Scoping Study was launched.

The study’s project manager, Robyn Bancroft, said in accordance with the public’s responses, the project development team will recommend the off-alignment option.

The off-alignment alternative follows the existing Ky. 536 east from Ky. 17 and shifts north onto a new segment as it approaches Ky. 16, redirecting traffic north of White’s Tower Elementary School to realign with Ky. 536 near Maverick Road.

It follows the existing roadway until 1/2 mile west of Staffordsburg

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Ky. 536 Scoping Study project manager Robyn Bancroft shows Jean Ketron a map showing both alternatives for improving Ky. 536.

Road, where it turns north onto a new alignment that connects directly with the existing Visalia Bridge.

This alternative is planned as a three-lane road, a single lane traveling in either direction and a lane in the middle to assist with turns, between Ky. 17 and Staffordsburg Road.

From Staffordsburg Road to the Campbell County line, the alternative would become a twolane road with the exception of a climbing lane that would be constructed to assist trucks traveling westward from Ky. 17.

To accommodate bik-

ers, walkers and runners, Bancroft said this alternative also includes 8-foot multiuse paths on both sides of Ky. 536 from Ky. 17 to Ky. 16. East of Ky. 16, a 10-foot multiuse path is included as part of this alternative.

This alternative would cost an estimated $86.5 million. With this option, 37 structures could be affected and 137 parcels of land, as well as 77 acres of farmland.

A final study report is now posted on the website, Banwww.oki.org/536. croft will present the scoping study to the OKI Board Jan. 14 for adoption.

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Lamp-making sheds light on science at STEAM Academy Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

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STEAM Academy student J.J. Hunt shows off his working lamp he made out of a lamp kit and recycled soda can.

INDEPENDENCE – Keira Bennett’s eyes light up just as bright as the bulb on the lamp she just made out of a recycled soda can and a lamp-making kit.

“I liked putting it together and learning about math, science and technology,” the fourth-grade STEAM Academy student said.

STEAM Academy teacher April Kelshaw said this handson project was an important part of the lesson on energy. The project included volunteers from Duke Energy and the Kenton County School District’s Energy Wise program and the Green Engineering Academy.

“This project gave students the opportunity to put what they have been learning in the classroom into practice with a reallife practical application,” Kelshaw said. “All too often students only hear about material from their teacher. Bringing in professionals really shows students that there are connections to be made and that the material being presented to them in class is relevant and applicable to real-world situations.”

The project was made possible from grant monies recently awarded to the district by Duke Energy.

STEAM Academy work instruction assistant Ramona Sholander helps Adora Norris with her lamp building project.

WHAT IS STEAM ACADEMY? The STEAM Academy is a combined preschool through eighth grade school with a focus on science, technology, engineering, art and math.

“Duke Energy has been an active partner with Kenton County helping to fund STEM education, energy education and working with us on projects like the lamp-building,” said STEAM Academy consultant Joe Chavez said. “The partnership is a great way for students to interact with industry and professionals helping students

make real-world connections to what they are learning in the classroom.”

Duke Energy district manager for government and community relations Rhonda Whitaker said Duke was “excited” to provide support for the project.

“Duke Energy has had a long-standing partnership with Kenton County Schools and their Energy Wise programs and STEM activities,” she said.

“Such partnerships help educate students on energy conservation and new technologies.

We hope that programs such as these also possibly encourage students to pursue STEM careers.”

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Update: Erlanger attorney compromise works well Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

ERLANGER – This year brought some major changes to Erlanger, a new mayor and a new city attorney, as well as a City Council attorney.

Upon taking the helm Mayor Tyson Hermes wanted to retain new counsel. City Council, however, disagreed with the decision and believed it was unfair to longtime city attorney Frank Wichmann.

In April the council and mayor reached a compromise, after about two months of debate.

“The situation presented in Erlanger relative to attorneys

Gatlin

Wichmann

is unique,” Councilman Randy Blankenship said. “Having two attorneys is a reasonable compromise to a contentious situation and, since both attorneys have agreed to caps on their fees, it has not resulted in any spending increase for the city.

This has turned out to be a winwin for both the mayor and council and is a good example

of how opposing views can be reconciled.” compromise has “The worked out well for the city.

For no additional money, we are able to call upon two attorneys for advice. We have carefully delineated each attorney’s duties and have avoided overlap of their responsibilities.”

In April, council voted 6-5 to approve contracts for two attorneys: Jack Gatlin as city attorney and Frank Wichmann as the City Council attorney.

Council also approved a contract with the law firm of Wichmann and Associates, making the firm in charge of code and lien enforcement for the city.

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istrator this year, Sharmili Reddy. The 37-year-old Fort Mitchell resident previously served as planning manager Planning for Development Services.

According to Jude Mayor Hehman, Reddy Reddy was the ideal pick of 20 applicants.

“Sharmili just really stuck out,” he told the Recorder. “It feels like she is the missing link to our staff. She’s the right one to prepare us for this new growth. She has a big job ahead of her and now is the key time to get her moved in. We’re handing her the key to the city, it’s her turn to drive.”

Beechwood Schools saw a

new face at the helm, as well, when Mike Stacy took over as superintendent.

Stacy previously served as Stacy chief academic for officer Woodford County (Versailles) Schools since July 2010.

Prior to his work in the Woodford County School District, he served as a principal, assistant principal, athletic director, assistant director of pupil personnel,head coach and social studies teacher in multiple districts at the elementary, middle and high school levels.

Upon hiring, Stacy told the Recorder: “I am impressed with the history and performance record of Beechwood Independent Schools, and I consider it an honor to have the opportunity to help lead such an amazing institution.”

What’s the future of Ft. Solution still sought for Pelly Road bridge Mitchell rec department?

Melissa Stewart

Melissa Stewart mstewart@communitypress.com

FORT MITCHELL – In January, the mayor-appointed recreation committee will report to council on the recreation program and how to move forward.

The committee was formed during the summer, after longtime recreation department director Kim Stoll resigned. Stoll resigned in mid-June after a reduction in the recreation budget.

Administrator City Sharmili Reddy said last year’s recreation budget was $97,219. The 2015-16 fiscal year budget is $97,167, but that includes a

$24,745 facility rental fee paid to Beechwood Schools, that was a separate line item last year. Reddy said the rental fee was rolled into the recreation budget because recreation programs are the reason for the fee.

“The mayor appointed a recreation committee to look at our programming this year and create a vision for the future,” Reddy “The committee said. looked at attendance at events and the related costs. They will be presenting their findings to council in January. Based on the plan for next year, we will be looking to hire someone early next year.”

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INDEPENDENCE – Independence continues to work with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to reopen Pelly Road bridge.

In mid-May a large truck hit the guardrail on the north side of the bridge, tearing it from the concrete and into the creek. The truck left the scene without reporting the accident. State inspectors ordered the bridge closed because it was unsafe.

The city is looking at funding options. To date, they have received $100,000 through the Emergency Road Aid program.

“Reopening the Pelly Road bridge is a top priority,” Mayor Chris Reinersman said. “We continue to work hard to find a safe, viable repair option as well as funding sources.”

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Independence continues to work with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to reopen Pelly Road bridge.

Pelly Road is a heavily traveled cut-through corridor, connecting the eastern part of town to Ky. 17. Although most of the traffic is residential, tractors and trailers often use the road to gain access from Ky. 17 to Taylor Mill

and Covington.

The issue is that semis are making wide turns, sometimes hitting the guardrails and causing damage.

“There are signs posted that say ‘no thru trucks,’ but drivers are not paying attention to them,” City Administrator Chris Moriconi said. “No matter what repairs are made, if we don’t keep semis off the bridge, then we’re going to be back where we started.”

Moriconi said city staff and officials are brainstorming ideas to keep semis from traveling over the bridge.

“We’re going to take a look at other cities in other parts of the country who have had similar issues to see what they’ve done to prevent this issue,” he said.

“There has to be a safe option to keep semis off the road and allow light commercial trucks.”

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD FRIDAY, JAN. 1

TUESDAY, JAN. 5

Holiday - Christmas

Holiday - Christmas

Light Up the Levee, 6:10-11:50 p.m., Newport on the Levee, 1 Levee Way, Featuring more than one million LED lights dancing in synchronization to holiday music. Lights dance every 20 minutes. Through Jan. 2. Free.

859-291-0550; www.newportonthelevee.com. Newport.

BRICKmas, 4-8 p.m., Newport on the Levee, 1 Levee Way, Features more than 13 large-scale LEGO displays including models of the Roebling Suspension Bridge, Music Hall and Washington Park.

Also features interactive area where children can build “brick” masterpieces, color and decorate mini-fig masks and write letters to Santa Claus. Through Jan. 1. $10. 859-291-0550; www.newportonthelevee.com. Newport.

Holiday Toy Trains, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

Literary - Libraries The Robot Zoo Traveling Children’s Exhibit, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Exhibit uses biomechanics of giant robot animals to illustrate how real animals work. Handson activities for ages 4-12. Daily through Feb. 28. Free. Presented

by Boone County Public Library.

859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org.

Burlington.

SATURDAY, JAN. 2 Art Exhibits Modern Living: Objects and Context, noon-5 p.m., The Carnegie, 1028 Scott Blvd., Two-part art exhibition exploring the intersection and conflation of design and art objects.

Free. 859-491-2030; www.thecarnegie.com. Covington.

Cooking Classes Sushi Rolling and Dining, 5:45 p.m. 7 p.m., Sushi Cincinnati, 130 W. Pike St., Learn to roll and enjoy sushi, or polish rolling and cutting skills. Deb and Jack give 10 minute sushi assembly, rolling and cutting demonstration.

BYOB; eat sushi you roll. $18.

Reservations required. Through Dec. 31. 513-335-0297; www.sushicinti.com. Covington.

Holiday - Christmas Holiday Toy Trains, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Layout features Lionel trains and Plasticville. More than 250 feet of track. Patrons welcome to operate more than 30 accessories from buttons on layout.

Through Jan. 18.Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members.

859-491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

Music - Acoustic Saturday Morning Acoustic Music, 10 a.m.-noon, Velocity Bike & Bean, 7560 Burlington Pike, Free. 859-371-8356; www.velocitybb.com. Florence.

Support Groups Overeaters Anonymous, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Lakeside Presbyterian Church, 2690 Dixie Highway, white building in back parking lot. Offers program of recovery from compulsive overeating, binge eating and other eating disorders using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. No dues or fees.

Addresses physical, emotional and spiritual well-being but is not religious organization and does not promote any particular diet. Free. Presented by Overeaters Anonymous NKY. 859-4281214. Lakeside Park.

SUNDAY, JAN. 3 Holiday - Christmas Holiday Toy Trains, 1-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

MONDAY, JAN. 4 Music - Bluegrass Bluegrass Jam Session, 8-11 p.m., Molly Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 112 E. Fourth St., Pub. Northern Kentucky’s best bluegrass musicians play in front of fireplace on first floor. All bluegrass pickers invited to participate. Ages 21 and up.

Free. 859-491-6659; covington.mollymalonesirishpub.com.Covington.

steaming hot chocolate on canvas board. $15. Registration required. 859-916-2721. Florence.

Hook and Needle: 4 Stitch Scarf, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Beginner level class. Learn 4 basic crochet stitches while making scarf. No experience required. Bring US Size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook and skein (at least 230 yards) of worsted weight yarn for project.

Free. Registration required.

Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859-342-2665.Burlington.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 6 Art Exhibits Modern Living: Objects and Context, noon-5 p.m., The Carnegie, Free. 859-491-2030; www.thecarnegie.com. Covington.

Art Exhibits Modern Living: Objects and Context, noon-5 p.m., The Carnegie, Free. 859-491-2030; www.thecarnegie.com. Covington.

Dance Classes Line Dancing Classes, 7-8 p.m., Edgewood Senior Center, 550 Freedom Park Drive, $20. Presented by City of Edgewood.

Through Jan. 27. 859-331-5910; www.edgewoodky.gov. Edgewood.

Holiday - Christmas Holiday Toy Trains, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

Music - Concerts January Artist in Residence: Frontier Folk Nebraska, 9:30 p.m. With Ben Knight., The Southgate House Revival, 111 E. Sixth St., Free. 859-431-2201; www.southgatehouse.com.

Newport.

Recreation Pub Quiz, 8 p.m., Molly Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 112 E. Fourth St., Pub. Teams compete for victory, bragging rights and $500 prize. No two quizzes alike. $2 draft special. Ages 21 and up.

Free. 859-491-6659; covington.mollymalonesirishpub.com.

Covington.

Education

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Addison Clark, age 5, checks out the giant mechanical fly in The Robot Zoo at the Boone County Public Library. The 5,000-square-foot exhibit of giant robots, which shows how real animals works is on display through Feb. 28 at the Main Library at 1786 Burlington Pike.

Exercise Classes

SATURDAY, JAN. 9 Art & Craft Classes

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Faux Bronze Sculpture Class, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center, 620 Greenup St., Saturdays Jan. 9-Jan. 30. $55 for 4-week class. Reservations required. 859-431-0020; www.bakerhunt.org. Covington.

To submit calendar items, go to Cincinnati.com/share, log in and click on “submit an event.” Send digital photos to kynews@communitypress.com along with event information.

Items are printed on a space-available basis with local events taking precedence. Deadline is two weeks before publication date.

To find more calendar events, go to Cincinnati.com/calendar.

Modern Living: Objects and Context, noon-5 p.m., The Carnegie, Free. 859-491-2030; www.thecarnegie.com. Covington.

Cooking Classes Sushi Rolling and Dining, 5:45 p.m. 7 p.m., Sushi Cincinnati, $18. Reservations required.

513-335-0297; www.sushicinti.com. Covington.

Holiday - Christmas

Overeaters Anonymous, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Erlanger Christian Church, 27 Graves Ave., Program of recovery from compulsive overeating, binge eating and other eating disorders using Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. Addresses physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Not religious organization and does not promote any particular diet.

Free. Presented by Overeaters Anonymous NKY. 859-428-1214; www.cincinnatioa.org. Erlanger.

Holiday Toy Trains, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

Art Exhibits Modern Living: Objects and Context, noon-5 p.m., The Carnegie, Free. 859-491-2030; www.thecarnegie.com. Covington.

Holiday - Christmas Holiday Toy Trains, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

FRIDAY, JAN. 8 Art Exhibits Modern Living: Objects and Context, noon-5 p.m., The Carnegie, Free. 859-491-2030; www.thecarnegie.com. Covington.

Holiday - Christmas Holiday Toy Trains, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

Literary - Libraries Trivia Night, 7-8 p.m. Special night featuring legendary music, movies, and life of Elvis Presley., Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Play trivia just for fun. Bring own team or library can put teams together.

Free. Registration required.

Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859-342-2665.

Burlington.

The Robot Zoo Traveling Children’s Exhibit, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Boone County Main Library, Free. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.

Yoga, 6:15-7:15 p.m., Boone County Public Library - Scheben Branch, $30 per month. Registration required. 859-334-2117; www.bcpl.org. Union.

Health / Wellness

Art Exhibits

Support Groups

THURSDAY, JAN. 7

Top 10 Resume Myths, 7-8 p.m., Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Learn from certified professional resume writer. Free. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859-3422665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.

Special Events Queen City 2016 Rubik’s Cube Competition, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., The Highlander Event Center, 90 Alexandria Pike, Conference Room. Recognized as official World Cube Association competition. Competitors may register for more than one event. Events will be 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, 5x5, and Pyraminx speed solve. $14, plus $1 per event. Registration required. Presented by The World Cube Association. 859-441-2015; bit.ly/1Ra6it5. Fort Thomas.

Support Groups Overeaters Anonymous, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Lakeside Presbyterian Church, Free. 859-4281214. Lakeside Park.

SUNDAY, JAN. 10 Holiday - Christmas Holiday Toy Trains, 1-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

Literary - Libraries The Robot Zoo Traveling Children’s Exhibit, 1-5 p.m., Boone County Main Library, Free. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.

MONDAY, JAN. 11 Exercise Classes Gentle Yoga, 6-7 p.m., Boone County Main Library, $30 per month. Reservations required.

859-334-2117. Burlington.

Yoga, 7:10-8:10 p.m., Boone County Main Library, $30 fee for month. Registration required.

859-334-2117; www.bcpl.org.

Burlington.

Literary - Libraries The Robot Zoo Traveling Children’s Exhibit, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Boone County Main Library, Free. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.

Music - Bluegrass Bluegrass Jam Session, 8-11

p.m., Molly Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, Free. 859-4916659; covington.mollymalonesirishpub.com.Covington.

On Stage - Theater Cincinnati Shakespeare Company: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, 4-5 p.m., Campbell County Public Library - Fort Thomas, 1000 Highland Ave., Cincinnati Shakespeare Company performs play especially for younger audience. Ages 1-5.

Free. Registration required.

859-572-5033; www.cc-pl.org.

Fort Thomas.

TUESDAY, JAN. 12 Holiday - Christmas Holiday Toy Trains, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

Music - Folk The Way Down Wanderers, 8 p.m., The Southgate House Revival, 111 E. Sixth St., $10.

859-431-2201; www.southgatehouse.com. Newport.

Recreation Bridge, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Boone County Public Library - Scheben Branch, Free. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Union.

Support Groups Celebrate Recovery, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Vineyard Christian Church, Free. 859-689-0777; vineyardchristian.org. Florence.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 13 Art & Craft Classes Piecemakers Quilting Group, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Boone County Public Library - Scheben Branch, Free. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Union.

Art Exhibits Modern Living: Objects and Context, noon-5 p.m., The Carnegie, Free. 859-491-2030; www.thecarnegie.com. Covington.

Dance Classes Line Dancing Classes, 7-8 p.m., Edgewood Senior Center, $20.

859-331-5910; www.edgewoodky.gov. Edgewood.

Literary - Libraries Teen Cafe, 3:15-4:15 p.m., Florence Branch Library, Free. 859342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Florence.

Get to Know Your iPad, 1011:30 a.m., Boone County Public Library - Scheben Branch, 8899 U.S. 42, Learn more about searching for and installing apps, working with photos and other tricks. Free. Registration required. Presented by Scheben Branch Library. 859-342-2665.

Union.

Spanish Conversation Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Boone County Public Library - Scheben Branch, Free. 859-342-2665. Union.

The Robot Zoo Traveling Children’s Exhibit, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Boone County Main Library, Free. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.

Music - Concerts January Artist in Residence: Frontier Folk Nebraska, 9:30 p.m. With Chuck Cleaver., The Southgate House Revival, Free.

859-431-2201; www.southgatehouse.com. Newport.

Recreation Pub Quiz, 8 p.m., Molly Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, Free.

859-491-6659; covington.mollymalonesirishpub.com. Covington.

Support Groups Overeaters Anonymous, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Erlanger Christian Church, Free. 859-428-1214; www.cincinnatioa.org. Erlanger.

THURSDAY, JAN. 14 Art & Craft Classes Activity Days, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., The Lively Learning Lab, $10.

Registration required. 859-9162721. Florence.

Art, 12:30-2 p.m., The Lively Learning Lab, 7500 Oakbrook Drive, Suite 10, Painting of

Literary - Book Clubs Young at Heart Book Group, 6 -7 p.m., Barnes & Noble Florence, 7663 Mall Road, Free. Presented

by Boone County Public Library.

859-647-6400. Florence.

Holiday - Christmas Holiday Toy Trains, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

Literary - Book Clubs Thrillers and Chillers, 10-11 a.m.

Discuss “1222” by Anne Holt., Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Free.

Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859-342-2665.

Burlington.

Literary - Crafts Adventure Club: Origami Hour, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Cold Spring Branch Library, 3920 Alexandria Pike, Test skills by making creative items only using paper. Ages 1-5. Free. Registration required. Presented by Campbell County Public Library.

859-781-6166; www.cc-pl.org.

Cold Spring.

Literary - Libraries Computer and Internet Basics, 1-2 p.m., Florence Branch Library, Free. Registration required.

859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org.

Florence.

The Robot Zoo Traveling Children’s Exhibit, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Boone County Main Library, Free. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.

Recreation Bridge, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Boone County Public Library - Scheben Branch, Free. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Union.

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Holiday - Christmas Holiday Toy Trains, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Behringer-Crawford Museum, Included with admission: $9, $8 ages 60 and up, $5 ages 3-17; free ages 2 and under and Museum Members. 859-4914003; www.bcmuseum.org.

Covington.

New Year, New You, 6:30-8 p.m., Campbell County Public Library - Fort Thomas, 1000 Highland Ave., Learn to stretch food budget, prepare healthy meals and new recipes with Melissa Pilcher, nutrition education assistant from Campbell County Extension Service. Free.

Registration required. 859-5725033; www.cc-pl.org. Fort Thomas.

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Foolproof beef tenderloin with herbs Leftovers make great beef sliders. I love to use the dried herbs I have from my herb garden.

Bring the meat out at least 30 minutes prior to roasting. It will roast more evenly.

Preheat oven to 400.

1 tenderloin, 2-1/2 to 3 pounds trimmed Olive oil Freshly ground black pepper and salt 1 generous tablespoon garlic, minced Rub roast with olive oil, sprinkle and pat garlic all over and then sprinkle black pepper and salt all around.

Mix together: 1/2 cup parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon Herbes de Provence OR 1 teaspoon dried tarragon 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon fresh or dried rosemary, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

THANKS TO RITA HEIKENFELD

Tenderloin is a tasty – albeit expensive – New Year’s dinner that you can make ahead.

Show your ‘tender’ side for New Year’s

Rita’s Herbes de Provence

We always have family and friends you’ve achieved or care to do. Today’s over for New Year’s Day. column is a great example: from gourThis year I’m serving beef tendermet beef tenderloin with a homemade loin. I know, I know, it’s expensive for French herb blend to refrigerated bissure, but it’s an elegant and easy entree cuits gussied up with butter and cheese. for a party. And when I think about it, it Readers want to know doesn’t cost any more than if I would Rib and loin pork chops – what’s the serve two other kinds of meat, as I Rita sometimes do. Plus I can get it ready to diff?

Heikenfeld roast ahead of time. And there’s no Rib: Have a bone running along one wrong way to serve it: warm from the side and a layer of fat on the outside.

RITA’S KITCHEN oven, room temperature or even chilled, Tender with a mild flavor. sliced on a bed of greens.

Loin: Cut toward the center of the loin they Like many of you, I can’t believe 2016 is just will have a T-shaped bone that has loin on one days away. As I’ve said before, I appreciate side and tenderloin on the other. Very lean coming into your lives each week through this with mild flavor. column. It’s a special and unique way to keep Cook quickly: Brown on both sides over in touch. fairly high heat, then cover, finish cooking There aren’t many columns like this one over very low heat. nowadays where reader involvement is not Rita Nader Heikenfeld is an herbalist, eduonly welcomed but an important part of sharcator, Jungle Jim’s Eastgate culinary profesing. So continue to do that as we begin another sional and author. Find her blog online at year of exploring the wonderful world of food Abouteating.com. Email her at columns@comtogether. mu nitypress.com with “Rita’s Kitchen” in the And it doesn’t matter what level of cooking subject line.

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Roll beef in herb mixture to coat all over. Roast until thermometer registers 130-145 for medium rare to medium. This will take about 30-40 minutes or so for medium rare. You can always leave it in longer if you like.

Remove from oven, tent and let stand 10 minutes or so to redistribute juices. Temperature will rise a bit, too.

Blend together and store in cool, dry place away from light: 1/4 cup dried thyme leaves 2 tablespoons dried marjoram or 1 tablespoon oregano 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, minced 1 tablespoon dried savory leaves, not powdered savory 2 teaspoons dried lavender flowers 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 1 dried bay leaf, crumbled

Easy Parmesan biscuits A friend of mine takes refrigerated biscuits to a higher level by dipping in butter and cheese.

1 tube buttermilk biscuits (5 biscuits) Melted butter Parmesan cheese, about 1 cup

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Drunk driving ruins the holidays If you’re enjoying the holidays with a drink, the Campbell County Attorney’s Office has a message for you: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

Due to the increase in drunk-driving-related fatalities around the holidays each year, law enforcement agencies across America will actively search for and arrest drunk drivers from Dec. 17 to Jan. 1. They have good reason to: in 2013, 10,076 people were killed in crashes involving a drunk driver. In December 2013 alone there were 733 people killed in crashes involving at least one driver or motorcycle operator with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher.

Twenty-three of those deaths occurred on Christmas Day. It’s time for all drivers to get the message. Drunk driving is a choice you make, and when you make that choice, people get hurt or die. That’s why we’re joining with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to share the message: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

The safest way to get home is to drive sober or catch a ride with a sober designated driver. If you plan on drinking at the holiday party or at a restaurant, hand the keys over to someone else – a sober friend, a taxi, Uber or public transportation. Or, try NHTSA’s SaferRide mobile app, which allows users to call a taxi or a friend

by identifying their location so they can be picked up. The app is available at http://ow.ly/RWs3S for Android and http://ow.ly/RWs8h for iPhone users.

Steven J. As part of the national Drive Sober or Franzen Get Pulled Over enCOMMUNITY forcement campaign RECORDER GUEST COLUMNIST period, police will increase the number of patrols, set up roadblocks, and use local media to reach out to all drivers.

If you’re drinking and driving, city and county police throughout Campbell County will stop you. If you’re caught drinking and driving you could face jail time, fines, loss of driver’s license, towing fees, and other DUI expenses, totaling thousands of dollars. That’s not a small price, and that doesn’t even count the heftier price you could pay: the price of your life or of someone else.

The only way to truly avoid a DUI is to drive sober or designate a sober driver ahead of time. There are other options, such as calling friends, family members, using public transportation, or using a ride service such as a taxi, Uber or Lift. The cost of getting a sober ride is nothing compared to a $10,000 DUI or the cost of someone’s

life.

The “inconvenience” of not driving your own car home is nothing compared to the inconvenience of spending the holidays behind bars.

The County Attorney’s Office is calling on everyone to be alert. If you see a drunk driver on the road, call the police right away. If someone you know is about to drive after drinking, take their keys and help them get home safely. We’ve got to work together to make our roads safer this December and year-round.

Please follow these tips to keep the holidays safe and happy: » Even one drink can impair your judgment and increase the risk of getting arrested for driving drunk – or worse, the risk of having a crash. » If you will be drinking, do not plan on driving. Plan ahead; designate a sober driver before the party begins. » If you have been drinking, do not drive. Call a taxi, phone a sober friend or family member, or use public transportation.

If you have any topics you would like to have covered in this column, please contact my office by e-mail at campbellcoatty@gmail.com, by phone at 491-7700 or by regular mail addressed to 319 York St., Newport, KY 41071.

Steven J. Franzen is Campbell County Attorney.

CH@TROOM Last week’s question

Gary Griesser

Every week we ask readers a question they can reply to via email. Send your answers to ndaly@ communitypress.com with Ch@troom in the subject line.

“Amen drug free and help for them.”

“Say goodbye to heroin! It’s torn so many people apart and taken so many more!”

Mike Fryman

“Drug free community.”

Bethany Pancerzewski Spence

“Would like some lights on Pleasant Valley and maybe the road widened.”

Barbara Sands

“I would love to see a sidewalk along 237.”

Rob Stone

“I wish that more people would step up and become foster parents. Good foster parents to help us care for the record number of children and babies being dumped into the system because of heroin.”

Amy Childress Carder

“We need to take a stand and make huge efforts to fight the heroin epidemic.”

Covington/Kenton Lions Club

What contributions are immigrants and international workers making to Northern Kentucky communities?

“To be a drug free community.”

Elizabeth Jones

CIVIC INVOLVEMENT

THIS WEEK’S QUESTION

Looking to 2016, if you can grant one wish for your community, what would it be? Why?

“That all children lived with responsible parents or relatives so they didn’t have to go homeless or hungry.”

Bonnie Gillenwater Scott

If I could grant one wish for 2016 to my community, the city of Independence, it would be to proceed at full speed ahead with the multiple traffic circles (sometimes more commonly called “roundabouts”) that were highly touted in this publication for several weeks consecutively, several years ago. So far, absolutely nothing has been done in proceeding with construction. I believe, at one time, there were six proposed traffic circles, three of which were to be built along Ky. 536 to alleviate the horrendous traffic back-ups that occur on that stretch of road. Established traffic circles, once familiarized with, really, truly, do allow traffic to flow continuously without making a full stop except to yield to traffic already within the circle itself. They eliminate traffic lights, four-way stops and long, long lines of stop and go traffic, which all save time and fuel. I do not recall seeing information stating that these proposed traffic circles were ever canceled and/or postponed indefinitely. If that is the case, where are they?

Rick Brown Independence

Tom Meagher

“I’m a conservative. Nothing I could wish for them would do any good. They have to do good for themselves. Trump 2016.”

John Bernard

“For playgrounds to have covered play areas.”

John Scales

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The only way to truly avoid a DUI is to drive sober or designate a sober driver ahead of time.

Meeting time: General meetings, fourth Thursday of each month; board meetings, second Thursday of each month Where: General meetings at Madonna Manor Community Center; board meetings at PeeWee’s Contact: 859-572-2049 Description: The Covington/Kenton Lions Club has been a chartered member of the Lions International for more than 70 years and provides eye examinations and eyeglasses to those who can’t afford them.

Covington Rotary Club Meeting time: 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays Where: Radisson Hotel in Covington Contact: President Rodney Crook at rodcrook@gmail.com

Daughters of the American Revolution Rebecca Bryan Boone Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution of Fort Thomas Meeting time: Second Wednesday or Saturday of each month Where: Various locations Contact: Zella Rahe, 1106 Craft Road, Alexandria KY 41001, 859-635-5050, zella.rahe@twc.com Description: DAR members prove their lineage back to a Revolutionary War patriot.

They offer service to troops, veterans, schools and preserve history. Members are from Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties.

Independence Business Association Meeting time: Fourth Monday of the month (except December), 7 p.m. (Also have lunch meetings some months.)

Where: Independence City Council Chambers (City Bldg) Contact: info@indepba.org Website: www.indepba.org Description: The IBA was started in October

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Kenton County Republican Women’s Club Meeting time: Fourth Monday of the month (except August and December).

Times vary.

Where: Oriental Wok, 317 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell.

Contact: President Kim Kraft, president@kcrwc.org Website: www.kcrwc.org Description: Interested in promoting the objectives and policies of the Republican Party.

Kenton County TEA Party Meeting time: Second Wednesday each month, 6-7:30 p.m.

Where: PeeWee's, 2325 Anderson Road, Crescent Springs.

Contact person: Jan Skavdahl, www.nkyteaparty.org Description: We believe in limited government, free markets and fiscal responsibility with a goal of educating ourselves and the community.

National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Meets: Second Monday of every month Where: Florence Government Center, 8100 Ewing Blvd, Florence, KY Contact: Mary Lu Funyak, president, 859816-0626 or mlfunyak@yahoo.com Website: Narfe.org Description: An organization for federal employees to learn about and discuss legislation affecting or that may affect active employees and retirees. We are also big supporters for Alzheimer’s research. It is open to all and their spouses. Meetings begin at 1 p.m. and we often have a guest speaker for about a half hour, then a business meeting.

Optimist Club of Covington

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Meeting time: Noon Thursdays Where: Pee Wee’s Place in Crescent Springs Contact: adlh27@yahoo.com; call Dan Humpert at 859-491-0674 Description: Chartered in 1925, it’s known as a “Friend of Youth” with programs aimed at educating and promoting good physical and mental health in youth. The club also promotes voter awareness.

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HIGH SCHOOL | YOUTH | RECREATIONAL

St. Henry’s Janelle Tobler is a Recorder All Star.

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Covington Catholic senior Sam Romes and St. Henry’s D.J. Sanders (red) are Recorder All Stars.

FALL SPORTS

Notre Dame sophomore Mary Tierney is a Recorder All Star.

Notre Dame senior Morgan Hentz is a Recorder All Star.

ALL STARS James Weber and Enquirer Preps

Congratulations to the 20152016 fall sports All Stars. Each season we name All Stars for each sport, many picked for statistical reasons, all-city team rankings, etc. The sports staff is proud to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of these athletes and coaches.

Many of these athletes could be invited to the Greater Cincinnati Sports Awards as part of Enquirer Preps media group June 23 at the Duke Energy Center. Pete Rose will be the keynote speaker. Hashtag: #cincysportsawards. The link for details: http://cin.ci/1MuIkRv.

Volleyball

Morgan Hentz, Notre Dame Academy – The Stanford-bound senior hitter was voted Ms. Kentucky Volleyball. She was named Class 3A player of the year by the Kentucky Volleyball Coaches Association, which also named her first-team allstate and Region 9 player of the year. Selected first-team Division I and big-school player of

the year by the Northern Kentucky Girls Volleyball Coaches Association. Ninth Region tournament MVP. Janelle Tobler, St. Henry – Senior hitter named Kentucky Volleyball Coaches Association all-state honorable mention and Division II player of the year by Northern Kentucky coaches after leading Crusaders to Ninth Region tournament semifinals.

Heading to Bellarmine.

Boys soccer

Bryce Day, Covington Catholic – The senior midfielder was the tournament most valuable player, leading the Colonels to the state championship, the first ever for any Northern Kentucky school. He had 17 goals and 14 assists for the season and was first team all-state.

Sam Romes, Covington Catholic – The senior goalkeeper was honorable mention allstate and played in goal for most of the team’s school-record 16 shutouts. He was an all-tournament selection in the state tournament and won the KHSAA Above and Beyond Award for the tournament. Romes made

key saves during two penaltykick shootout wins in the Ninth Region Tournament.

D.J. Sanders, St. Henry – The junior had 23 goals and seven assists for the Crusaders, who were 11-6-3 and 34th District champions.

Girls soccer

Mary Tierney, Notre Dame Academy – The sophomore midfielder had 13 goals and a team-high 12 assists to lead the Pandas to a 20-6 record, Ninth Region championship, and berth in the state quarterfinals.

She was named first-team allstate.

Villa Madonna junior Zack Werner, left, is a Recorder All Star.

St. Henry senior Josh Hannon, right, is a Recorder All Star.

Boys cross country

Zack Werner, Villa Madonna – The junior was seventh in the 1A state meet in 16:25 and third in the region in 17:20. Villa was second in the region.

Josh Hannon, St. Henry – The senior finished fifth in the state in 1A with 16:17, the second-best time among Northern Kentucky runners. He won the regional championship in 16:49.

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Notre Dame Academy’s Jenna Martin (12) battles Breathitt County’s Emily Noble for a loose ball during their basketball game, Wednesday, Dec. 23.

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Âť KHSAA state meet results from earlier this month: Simon Kenton was second in the All-Girls Medium division and was regional champs.

Head Coach: Allison Miles. Members: Hailey Cain, Sydney Clark, Julia Darpel, Cassie Emerson, Randi Fausz, Maddy Finnell, Shianne Fuehner, Brittany Hager, Kasey Heflin, Carolyn Holt, Emma Huff, Hannah Johnson, Tyler Kiskaden, Alyssa Moreland, Rebecca Pruss, Peyton Shelton, Kendall Sims, Cassidy Smith, Allison Sparks, Taylor Vickers, Paige Williams.

Dixie Heights was second in the All-Girls Super division and was regional champs. Head Coach: Jen Eckler. Members: Brittany Alexander, McKenna Anthony, Eva Arana, Lauren Beier, Audrey Binford, Celeste Binford, Emerson Bosely, Miranda Bosley, Hannah Cook, Makenzie Easterling, Mylee Eldridge, Katie Fields, Brooke Long, Julia Long, Amity Lump, Catarina Martinez, Lakin Matthews, Ally McCloughlin, McKensi Meyer, Emma Miles, Madison Neal, Alex Peeler, Ava Phelps, Hailey Price, Peyton Quinn, Samantha Steffen, Alexis Taylor, Olivia Wood, Madison Woods, Shelby Zurborg.

is County 63-49 Dec. 21 at Mason County for its first win. Paul Wallenhorst had 20 points, Stephen Maley 17 and Adam Goetz 15. beat Âť Beechwood Ludlow 48-44 at its Tiger Classic Dec. 21. Ben Toebbe had 16 points and Joe Robbins 14. Âť Dixie Heights beat Boyd County 84-79 and Danville 58-52 to go 2-1 at Mercer County and 7-2 overall. Âť Holy Cross beat NewCath 65-60 Dec. 22.

Leighton Schrand had 22 points and Tyler Bezold 16. Âť Holy Cross guard Erich Jakubowski made 31 of 75 3-pointers through nine games to be listed sixth in the KHSAA state leaderboard. Âť Lloyd beat Ludlow 46-41 Dec. 22. Sterling Hamilton had 16 points.

Boys basketball

Girls basketball

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Âť St. Henry beat Harrison County 49-40 Dec.

21. Paige Noble had 25 points. Âť St. Henry beat Cooper 60-50 Dec. 23.

Paige Noble had 26 for the Crusaders, Lexi Held 21 for the Jaguars. Âť Beechwood beat June Buchanan 74-57 Dec. 21. Ally Johnson had 27 points, Kimi Stokes 16 and Olivia Stokes 16. Âť Dixie Heights beat Brossart 69-64 Dec. 22.

Brooke Davis had 28 points and Grace Perry had 17.  Lloyd’s ShaMaya Behannan is averaging 19.7 points and 15 rebounds through six games.  Scott beat Carroll County 69-39 Dec. 22.

Lexi Stapleton had 22 points and Anna Clephane 21. Stapleton scored her 1,000th point the day before in Owensboro. Âť Simon Kenton beat Fern Creek 54-29 Dec. 21.

Ally Niece had 23 points.

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Girls cross country Renee Svec, St. Henry – The senior finished fifth in the 1A state meet in 19:39 to lead the Crusaders to the team championship, and she was third in the regional in 20:39.

Holbrook, Haley Beechwood – The junior finished second in the 1A regional in 20:37, and finished eighth at state in 19:49 to lead the Tigers to second place overall.

Alexis Plitzuweit, Dixie Heights – The seventhgrader finished third in the 3A regional in 20:34 then finished 23rd at state in 19:32. Dixie was second in the region as a team.

Boys golf

Neal Schroer, Covington Catholic – The junior won the Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference Division I championship, leading Covington Catholic to the team crown. Finished runnerup at the Region 7 Tournament and qualified for state with the regional runner-up Colonels.

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Erin Durstock, Notre Dame Academy – The senior was named secondteam all-state, first-team all-region and Kentucky Golf Coaches Association Region 6 player of the year. Shot 73 and won Region 6 Tournament. Tied for ninth at state with twoday 150 (72-78), best among area golfers. Finished third at Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference Division I tournament. Tied for seventh at Kentucky Senior All-Star Tournament. Signed to play golf at Northern Kentucky University.

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7:30-9:30pm........$6.00 January 1, 2 Sticktime on the studio rink.

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Winter Schedule

January thru March Fridays........7:30-9:30pm........$6.00 Saturdays and Sundays....1:00-3:00pm....$6.00

Brett Slusher, Beechwood – Slusher was the most dominant overall player on both sides of the ball in 2015. The senior was named to the Northern Kentucky Football Association’s Coaches’ First-Team offense and defense. He hauled in 59 passes for 1,150 yards and 20 touchdowns as a receiver, piled up 488 yards and 10 more scores on the ground, and scored four touchdowns defensive with two interception returns and two fumble returns as a linebacker.

Kyle Fieger, Beechwood – The senior was named to the NKFCA’s First-Team offense. He completed 69.4 percent of his passes for 2,763 yards and 40 touchdowns with four interceptions. He

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broke the Northern Kentucky career records for touchdown passes, passing yards, and completions.

Charles Gaines, Lloyd – The senior was named to the NKFCA’s First-Team offense. He finished third in Northern Kentucky

with 986 yards and 13 touchdowns on 54 catches.

Deondre Pleasant, Scott – The senior was named to the NKFCA’s First-Team defense. He had a team-high five interceptions, one fumble recovery and 61 tackles.

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REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS COVINGTON 2437 Ambrato Way, Unit 3-301: Fischer Attached Homes II LLC to Chris Jolevksi; $168,000.

3804 Glenn Ave.: Doris and David Williams to Alishia Mitchell; $119,000.

2172 Gribble Drive: Andrea Kantner to Patricia and Steven Scarlato; $143,500.

2618 James Ave.: Pamela Sipple to Timber Holdings LLC; $64,000.

1623 Jefferson Ave.: Patricia Gaines to Timber Holdings LLC; $53,000.

2133 Rolling Hills Drive, Unit 16-204: Jacqueline and Leonard Adams to Terri Hamblin and Matthew Siekman; $175,000.

1533 Scott St.: Laura and David Knight to Katherine Quillin; $88,000.

1200 Shavano Drive. Unit 1078: Condoview LLC to Lorraine and William Backman; $644,500.

117 Sterrett: Michael Frabetti to Joel Bogart; $122,500.

901 Treeline Drive: Sura Properties LLC to James Smalligan; $260,000.

14 W. 30th St.: Doris and Charles Sullivan to Deborah Draper; $55,000.

CRESCENT SPINGS 825 Rosewood Drive: Sherry Taylor to Abigail and John Steinman; $455,000.

EDGEWOOD 80 Beech Drive: Cassandra and Keith Christophel to Elissa and James Baker; $148,500.

1214 Chickadee Court: Savanah and Dominic D’Ambrosio to Christian Sheehy; $145,000.

ELSMERE 11 Eastern Ave.: Patsy and Robert Grant to Christopher

Bungenstock; $87,500.

528 Game Court: Patty and Howard Ackerman to Julie and Brandon Meehan; $115,500.

501 Rifle Lane: Emily and Kenneth Green to Theresa and Grary Gray; $115,000.

1073 Shadowridge Drive: Nevada and Robert Barnett to Wendy and Patrick Burke Jr.; $94,000.

ERLANGER 3400 Apple Tree Lane: Brittany Hofstetter to Chari Colon; $92,000.

207 Center St.: Whitney and Scott Scudder to Miguel Recinos; $75,000.

3536 Concord Drvie: Nicole and Justin McClellan to Charles King; $125,000.

12 Glenna Court: Amanda and Timothy Amann to Courtney Nelson; $111,000.

214 James Ave.: Elizabeth and

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Joshua Terlau to Angelo Procopio; $130,000.

113 Sunset Ave.: Stefanie and Josh Smith to Karen Anderson; $105,000.

FLORENCE 7794 E. Covered Bridge Drive: The Estate of Bernich Hamlin to Stephanie Wood; $98,500.

FORT MITCHELL 20 Orphanage Road: Kimberly and Martin Osendodorf to Nicole and James Mangel; $165,000.

FORT WRIGHT 12 Augusta Ave.: Norma Broering to Carol and Carl Allison Jr.; $160,000.

INDEPENDENCE 1077 Ivoryhill Drive: Christina Suda to Ashley Smith and Nicholas Litke; $136,500.

10173 Meadow Glen Drive: Fischer Single Family Homes III Ltd. to Alecia Wanninger; $202,000.

3952 Piperidge Way: The Drees Co. to Megan and Mark Dickman; $257,000.

751 Stephens Road: Linda and Terrry Jones to Cameo and Chad Bach; $233,000.

LAKESIDE PARK 75 Arcadia Ave.: The Estate of Dorothy Macke to Megan and Christopher Karr; $135,000.

LUDLOW 102 Audrey St.: Bedrdella and Jerome Brophy to Timber Holdings LLC; $56,000.

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Stresses, anxieties, depression, poor sleep habits and certain medical conditions are common underlying causes of insomnia. Insomnia is also caused by changes in a person’s environment or work

schedule, some medications and consumption of caffeine, nicotine, alcohol and food too late in the evening. The risk of experiencing insomnia increases if you are a woman, over 60, have a mental disorder, under stress, work nights or swing shifts or frequently travel long distances over multiple time zones.

Sometimes you can make behavior changes to have a more restful night. These changes include following a regular sleep schedule, creating a comfortable sleep environment, avoiding stimulating activities before bedtime and decreasing or avoiding the consumption of alcohol, caffeine and nicotine close to bedtime.

If you consistently have trouble with unsettled sleeping patterns, you may want to see your doctor. More information is also available with the National Sleep Foundation – sleepfoundation.org.

Kathy R. Byrnes is Kenton County extension agent for family and consumer sciences.

MARRIAGE LICENSES Donna Ruh, 43, of Florence and Curtis Noel, 62, of Lebanon, issued Dec. 10.

Kathryn Rohling, 21, and James Hood, 21, both of Ludlow, issued Dec. 10.

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Erin Shafer, 26, of Cincinnati and Brent Suter, 26, of Chicago, issued Dec. 10.

Kristen Godenick, 37, and David Groh, 33, both of Covington, issued Dec. 11.

Olivia Sweet, 19, of Cincinnati and Cody Jones, 21, of Edgewood, issued Dec. 14.

Emily Bailey, 27, and Justin Morgan, 28, both of Covington, issued Dec. 14.

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DEATHS Marguerite Abinosa Marguerite T. Abinosa, 84, of Independence, died Dec. 18 at St. Elizabeth Edgewood.

Her great-granddaughter, Kadence Chinen, died previously.

Survivors include her daughters, Angie Crable and Debbie Fulton-Magallanes, both of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii; brother, Gordie Fifer of Independence; sister, Anita Fifer Madsen; and six grandchildren along with four great-grandchildren.

Jeanne Averdick Jeanne A. Wolff Averdick, 85, of Fort Mitchell, died recently.

She was a homemaker.

Her husband, Tom Averdick, died previously.

Burial was at St. Mary Cemetery in Fort Mitchell.

Memorials: Kenton County Animal Shelter 1020 Mary Laidley Drive, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017.

Scott Boles Scott Matthew Boles, 44, of Park Hills, died Dec. 16.

He was a maintenance supervisor for the Hilton in Florence and an avid UK basketball fan.

Survivors include his children, Britany Dewees, Kara Boles, Ayden Boles, Ella Boles, and Ava Boles; siblings, Dave Boles, Jeff Boles, and Teresa Miller; and a grandson.

Burial was at Big Bone Baptist Cemetery in Union.

Andrew Brewster Andrew “Chip� Brewster, 59, of Erlanger, died Dec. 12 at St. Elizabeth Edgewood.

He was a production worker for Crane Composites in Florence. His hobbies included golf and his car.

His parents, Morris E. and Eleanor J. Casebolt Brewster, died previously.

Survivors include his sons, John Brewster of Florence and Justin Brewster of Crestview Hills; daughter, Chandra Brewster of Elsmere; sister, Gayle Lawson of Fort Mitchell; brother, David Brewster of California, Maryland; and five grandchildren.

Interment was at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Erlanger.

Memorials: American Heart Association, 5211 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227.

Franklin Cain Franklin “Dewey� Dwayne Cain, 55, of Edgewood, died Dec. 18.

He was a tire salesman, graduate of Dixie Heights High School, attended Tusculum College, and was a statistics assistant for NKU basketball.

Survivors include his daughter, Tonya “T.C.� Cain; parents, Frank and Colina Cain; sister, Teena Schloemer; brother, David Cain; girlfriend, Beth Garino and her son, Thomas.

Memorials: Dixie Heights High School baseball team, C/O Chris Maxwell, 3010 Dixie Highway, Edgewood, KY 41017.

Wanda Mae Gillespie Wanda Mae Gillespie, 84, of Fort Mitchell, died Dec. 18 at St. Elizabeth Hospice.

She was a former bank teller and a longtime member of Fort Mitchell Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Paul Gillespie; son, Steve Gillespie of Fort Mitchell; daughter, Paula Keyes of Covington; sisters, Geneva Thompson of Taylor Mill, Helen Spencer of Independence, and Jewell Curtis of Taylor Mill; brothers, Glenn Ballinger of Morehead and Donnie Ballinger of Daytona, Florida; and six grandchildren along with four great-grandchildren.

Burial was at Highland Cemetery in Fort Mitchell.

Memorials: American Cancer Society, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206.

2014, he was named the Covington Rotary businessman of the year.

His brother, T.J. Hatfield, died previously.

Survivors include his wife, Bev Hatfield; sons, Stuart Hatfield of Woodbridge, Virginia and Mitchell Hatfield of Fort Mitchell; sisters, Phyllis Blackburn of Galena, Ohio, Janet Bowe of New Albany, Ohio, and Jeanne Hatfield of Galena; and five grandchildren.

Burial was at Highland Cemetery.

Memorials: Salvation Army Kettle Campaign; or Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

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Tom Hall, 70, of Erlanger, died Dec. 14 at St. Elizabeth Edgewood.

He retired from Riggs Engineering in Bromley after 30 years of employment. He later worked as a bailiff with Kenton County Sheriff’s Office and at Floral Hills Funeral Home. He was a graduate of Dixie Heights High School, where he excelled on the baseball team. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and enjoyed hunting, golf, and photography.

Survivors include his wife, Sherry Shumate Hall; daughter, Toni Moriconi; son, Todd Hall; sister, Beverly Ballard; and two grandchildren.

Burial with an honor guard service was at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.

Memorials: American Cancer Society, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206.

Doretta Elizabeth Hicks, 86, of Independence, died Dec. 17.

She was a U.S. Navy veteran, where she served as a clerical worker and she was a member of St. Cecilia Church.

Her husband, Edward “Buddy� Hicks, died previously.

Survivors include her children, Phillip Hicks, Sallie Heitsman, Kathy Waters, Julie Stacks, Debbie Lynn, and Sandi Scott; siblings, Paul Kohrs, Rita Bedel, and Mary Watson; and 12 grandchildren along with 17 greatgrandchildren and three greatgreat-grandchildren.

Burial was at Floral Hills Cemetery.

Memorials: St. Elizabeth Hospice, 1 Medical Village Drive, Edgewood, KY 41017; or St. Cecilia Church, 5313 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051.

Stephen Hatfield Stephen K. Hatfield, 71, of Edgewood, died Dec. 11 in Bradenton, Florida, at his home He served as an insurance adjuster for Grange Mutual Co. and as a production control analyst for Western Electric Company. He established Hatfield Insurance Agency in 1979 in Latonia after the acquisition of the J.L. Thornton Insurance Company. He served on local zoning boards, which addressed long-range planning for the community, served on the Foundation Board for St. Elizabeth Hospital, and was an advisory board member and past committee chair of the Salvation Army in Covington, which helped to establish the latch-key program for children after school. He was also active in the Christmas Kettle Campaign. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, member of American Legion-Post 203 in Latonia, St. Pius X Church in Edgewood, and he had served as president of the Northern Kentucky Independent Insurance Agents. In

Sigrun Horton Sigrun “Sig� Horton, 74, of Villa Hills and formerly of Burlington, died Dec. 12.

She was born in 1941 in Pernitz, Austria, and immigrated to Victoria, Canada in 1949 with her mother and stepfather. She lived in Lebanon in the early 1950’s, while her father worked for UNRWA and UNESCO. She attended school there and in Switzerland before moving to Sacramento, California in 1957.

She spoke German, French, and English fluently and traveled to almost every country, though visiting Hawaii was always her favorite destination. She graduated from the University of California Berkeley with a master’s degree in Psychology and worked for Contra Costa County Juvenile Hall. She later operated the family travel business, Giselle’s Travel in Sacramento, before moving to Burlington in 1988.

Survivors include her husband, Larry Horton; and daughter, Kristina of Berkeley.

Memorials: Boone County Animal Shelter, 5643 Idlewild

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A. Carolyn Mendenhall, 82, of Edgewood, died Dec. 16.

She was an avid traveler and a life master at duplicate bridge.

Survivors include her husband, Dr. Charles L. Mendenhall; sons, Chris Chlouber and Gary King; daughter, Connie Hinman; and many grandchildren.

Burial was at Mother of God Cemetery in Fort Wright.

Memorials: St. Pius X Church, 348 Dudley Pike, Edgewood, KY 41017.

for Kenton County Parks and Recreation. He worked as a financial adviser and was founder and owner of Preston Financial Group. He was a member of St. Pius X Church.

Survivors include his wife, Kay Zaharias Preston; children, Alexis Bullock, Neil Preston, Greg Preston, and Brent Preston; siblings, Dan Preston, Terry Bascher, Lisa Miller, and Kim Fishking; and two granddaughters.

Burial was at Highland Cemetery.

Memorials: St. Pius Christian Outreach Fund, 348 Dudley Road, Edgewood, KY 41017.

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Irene B. Penrod, 83, of Erlanger, died Dec. 16 at St. Elizabeth Edgewood.

She was a retired tailor with the Palm Beach Co. in Newport and member of Erlanger VFW Post 6423 Ladies Auxiliary.

Her husband, Burns Penrod; and sisters, Pauline Johnson, Ina Mae Miller, and Donna Sue Boyd, died previously.

Survivors include her daughter, Sherri Spaulding; sister, Imogene Whaley; and two grandchildren along with a great-grandson.

Burial was at Evergreen Cemetery in Southgate.

Memorials: Christ Church United Church of Christ, 15 S. Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas, KY 41075.

David Reusch, 70, of Crescent Springs, died Dec. 18 at VA Hospital in Cincinnati.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran and worked for Value City.

Survivors include his wife, Kimberly Reusch; sons, Colin Reusch and Benjamin Glasscock; daughters, Caitlin Needham, Tiffany Glasscock, and Jessica Glasscock; brother, Michael Reusch; and six grandchildren.

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R. Steve Preston R. Steve Preston, 65, of Taylor Mill, died Dec. 18.

He was a U.S Air Force veteran and attended the University of Indiana, where he played football. He served as president of the Northern Kentucky Youth Football League for many years and coached the Dixie Raiders, Scott High School, and Dixie High School football teams. He had a passion for football and was known to many as “Coach P.� He was a member of Summit Hills Country Club, where he enjoyed golf and was known there as the “one-armed bandit.� He also served as chairman

Thelma Shinkle Thelma Hildegarde Shinkle, 89, of Edgewood, died Dec. 16 at her home.

She was retired from teaching at Goodridge Elementary and in the Boone County School system.

She was a long-standing member of Lakeside Christian Church.

Her husband, Al Shinkle; and sons, Don and Tim Shinkle, died previously.

Survivors include her two grandsons and five great-grandchildren.

Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

Memorials: Lakeside Christian Church, 195 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017.

William Simpson William E. Simpson, 70, of Crescent Springs, died Dec. 17 at his home.

He was a graduate of Danville High School, earned his bachelor’s degree in education from Eastern Kentucky University, and

master’s degree from Northern Kentucky University. He spent 30 years teaching his love of woodworking and industrial arts to high school students at Holmes High School, where he became the dean of students. He was an avid fisherman, carpenter and woodworker.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Sue Simpson; son, William E. “Will Ed� Simpson II; daughter, Margaret “Maggie� Hunt; sister, Mary DeMersseman of Tarpon Springs, Florida; and six grandchildren.

Burial was at Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Memorials: National ALS Association, 1275 K Street NW, Suite 250, Washington DC 20005.

Harold Snider Harold L. Snider, 59, of Erlanger, died Dec. 12.

He was a truck driver, school bus driver, avid fisherman, and a Cincinnati Bengals fan.

His daughter, Crystal Mitchell, died previously.

Survivors include his wife, Fayetta “Rose� Snider; children, Bryan Snider, Katherine Fryman, Peggy Winningham, and Michael Snider; mother, Delores Rowland; brothers, Thomas, Fred, Robert, Tom, and Mike; sisters, Sharon and Melody; and 12 grandchildren.

Burial was at Highland Cemetery in Fort Mitchell.

Memorials: American Cancer Society, 701 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., Louisville, KY 40203.

Cynthia Stephenson Cynthia “Cindy� Stephenson, 52, of Independence, died Dec. 15 at St. Elizabeth Hospice.

Survivors include her parents, Gerald and Dorothy Chandler Stephenson; and brothers, Gerald Jr., Greg, and Todd Stephenson.

Burial was at Independence Cemetery in Independence.

Memorials: St. Elizabeth Hospice Foundation, 1 Medical Village Drive, Erlanger, KY 41017; or Shriners Burn Hospital Donations, 3229 Burnett Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45229.

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PARK HILLS 1018 Altavia Ave.: Stefanie and Ryan McElheney to Samantha Mulland and Ian Boyd; $199,000.

1056 Altavia Ave.: Monica Finke to Elishia Chamberlain;

$131,000.

1054 Emerson Road: Mary Emory to Margaret and Scott Wilson; $320,000.

1132 Mount Allen Road: Lisa and Dan Groth to Kody Klug; $93,000.

TAYLOR MILL 742 Morning Glory Drive: CLZ Properties LLC to Janell and Gerald Goetz; $255,000.

VILLA HILLS 803 Valley Trails Drive: Timothy Scanlon to Julie Scanlon and Linda and Tim Pieper; $185,000.

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2005 Cadillac Escalade AWD .................................$14,488 Blue, V8, Leather, Sunroof, Chrome Wheels, 3rd Row Seat 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab..........................$15,488 Red, 4x4, SLT, Hemi, PW, PL, Chrome Whls 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab..........................$20,988 Hemi, 4x4, Chrome Whls, PW, PL, Center Console, Tow Pkg, #F8204 2012 Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x4..............................$22,988 Silver, 20” Chrome Wheels, PW, PL, Exceptionally Clean! #F8205 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ext Cab ...............$24,975 4x4, V8, Auto, A/C, Chrome Tubes, Bedliner, 38K Mi, Nice Truck, #F8132 2012 Ford F-150 XLT Super Cab .............................$24,983 4x4, Red, V6, Auto, A/C, PW, PL, Bedliner, #F8141 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 Express ...........................$27,988 Crew Cab, 4x4, Hemi, Chrome Wheels, Side Tubes, Excellent Cond.

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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT ..............................$7,972 Silver, V6, Stow-N-Go, PW, PL, CD, Great Family Vehicle, #F8126 2008 Chrysler Town & Country Touring ...................$7,988 White, V6, Stow-N-Go, PW, PL, CD, Ready for Fall Vacation 2008 Chrysler Town & Country Limited.................$10,988 Gold,V6,Leather,DVD,PW,PL,BackupCamera,ReadyforFamilyVacation!

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Express .....................$12,575 Blue, V6, Auto, A/C, PW, PL, CD, #E8049 2014 Chrysler Town & Country Touring .................$23,488 Grey, V6, Leather, DVD, Perfect for Vacation! #E8143

2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited ................................$9,988 Hard Top Convertible, Red, Leather, V6, Chrome Whls, Sharp 2010 Kia Soul ..........................................................$12,772 Silver, Auto, A/C, PW, Alum.Wheels 2010 Toyota Rav-4..................................................$14,995 Blue, AWD, PW, PL, Low Miles, Excellent Condition 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T...................................$14,995 Silver, Sunroof, Leather, Hemi 2013 Honda Accord Coupe EX-L.............................$20,985 Brown, Auto, A/C, PW, PL, Sunroof, Leather, 14,900 Mi, 1 Owner, Like New!

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2008 Dodge Caliber...................................................$6,988 Black, Auto, A/C, Low Miles, Excellent Condition, Easy On Gas! 2007 Chrysler Pacifica Limited................................$7,295 AWD, Gold, V6, Leather, Sunroof, Chrome Whls, DVD, Exc. Cond!

2009 Chevrolet Cobalt..............................................$7,995 Coupe, Grey, Auto, A/C, 60K Miles, Great School Car! 2007 Jeep Compass Sport........................................$8,475 Auto, A/C, PW, PL, CD, Sunroof, Great School Car! 2004 Dodge Ram Quad Cab......................................$8,475 SLT, V8, Auto, A/C, PW, PL, Great Value!

2009 Dodge Journey SXT..........................................$8,995 Red, AWD, V6, Auto, A/C, Sunroof, #F8125 2006 Mini Cooper Convertible .................................$9,988 Dark Silver, Auto, A/C, AlumWhls, PW, PL, Power Top, Very Hard To Find!

2004 Mini Cooper S ...................................................$9,988 Yellow, 6 Spd, Sunroof, PW, PL, Sharp Fun Car! 2007 Mercury Mariner Premier ................................$9,988 4x4, V6, Auto, A/C, PW, PL, Leather

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BRIDGETOWN Spacious 1 BR $560 & 2 BR $610, equipped eat-in kitchen, air conditioning, Pool, playground, Near Western Hills Shopping Center 513-574-0498 Cincinnati Low Income Apartments.

Section 8. Very nice West side locations. 2-3 BR Equal Opportunity Housing. 513-929-2402

FT. MITCHELL-- 1BR, 1st floor, gar, no smoking/pets, FREE heat/water. $555.

859-331-9204 HEBRON- Furnished Effcy with Direct TV $500/mo.

859-653-3201 Independence - Ranch style, eqpt kit, pvt patio, in unit lndry, pool, pond, 2BR $600 or 1BR $475. +utils +dep.

859-341-2223 M T. Lookout - 1 & 2 BR apts Walk to Mt. Lookout Square, minutes to Dwtn. Fully equipt kit, pool, lndry facility, heat & water paid. 513871-6419 TAYLOR MILL - O X F O R D HILLS 1&2BR apts.2 Mo. Free Rent on a 1 Year Lease $570/mo up to $830/mo.

Dep Special! $210 859431-5754 WHITE OAK WOODSIDE APTS Newly renovated deluxe 1 & 2 BR apts, W/D hkup, pool from $495mo. 513-923-9477

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PART-TIME FINANCE CLERK The City of Florence is accepting applications for a part-time clerk in the Finance Department to process business payments and water and sewer receipts.

Applicant must possess two years of general office experience.

Computer experience required and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications a plus.

Applicant must have excellent oral and written skills and be team oriented. Applications are available at 8100 Ewing Boulevard, Florence, Kentucky 41042 or at www.florence-ky.go v.

Deadline for applications is January 15, 2016. EOE.

Electrician Helper 2 yrs. min. experience required Call Rose Brothers & Sons @ 859-746-9440

Full Time Experienced Maintenance Person For Retirement community in Anderson Township, Accepting resumes by mail only, at1348 Pebble Ct. Cincinnati, OH 45255 EOE. Full Time Maintenance Person Requires 5-10 years experience in Commercial Building and Maintenance Services, general plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and painting skills.

Team oriented, dynamic environment. Competitive salary & benefits (medical/dental/ vision/vacation/sick time) Email:TCMHRMAINT@gmail.com.

Use Maint in the subject line.

Compensation/salary is DOE. Include salary history w/ resume Tri-County Mall is an EOE.

Holiday Inn & Suites Eastgate Immediate Opening Desk Clerk (Evenings/ Weekends) Apply in person at : 4501 Eastgate Blvd Cinti, OH 45245 Or call 513.943.5803 PALLET ASSEMBLER Johnson Doppler Lumber is looking for hard working individuals. Willing to train.

For more information call 513-541-0050 or email resume to info@johnsondoppler.com

WE HAVE MULTIPLE OPENINGS

Only 1.3 miles from I-275 1 Bedroom – 2 MONTHS FREE RENT On a 1 year lease starting at $570 2 Bedroom – Ask us how to get 2 MONTHS FREE on a 1 yr. lease $628 - $830 per month DEPOSIT

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IT Senior Specialist - Business Planning & Strategy HR/A&F. Work in Erlanger, KY. Help guide dsgn, dvlpmnt, implmntn, & supprt of info syss providing HR & Acctng & Finnce. Reqs: Bachelor’s I.T. or rel field & 5 yrs exp in job off’d, as S/W Dvlpr/Analyst or rel. Deep wrkng knwldg core infrastrctr components; Strng knwldg Oracle’s ERP sys (Oracle Financials, HR, & Payroll apps). Solid wrkng knwldg & dmnstrtd intermed exp w/MS & other computer-based apps (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes/Outlook, Internet, etc). Excllnt knwldg customztn Oracle ERP reqd. Exp interfacing timekeeping syss w/Oracle for payroll apps. Direct Oracle exp w/HR Approval wrkflows. Must have ability to travel up to 20% int’l & nat’l (majrty travel U.S.). Must have legal authority to work in the U.S. Ref: 24819.0203.

IT Senior Specialist - Purchasing/Sales Business Planning.

Work in Erlanger, KY. Guide dsgn, dvlpmnt, implmntn, & supprt of info syss for Purchasing & Sales Reqs: Bachelor’s I.T. or rel field +5 yrs exp in job off’d, S/W Dvlpr/Analyst or rel.

Deep wrkng knwldg core infrastrctr components. Strng knwldg Oracle’s ERP sys. Solid wrkng knwldg & dmnstrtd intermed exp w/MS & other computer-based apps (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes/Outlook, Internet, etc). Excllnt knwldg customztn Oracle ERP. Direct Oracle exp w/HR Approval wrkflws. Must have ability to travel up to 20% int’l & nat’l (majrty travel U.S.). Must have legal authority to work in the U.S. Ref: 24819.0204.

For All Positions Mail resume: Miyako Usami, Toyota Boshoku America, 1360 Dolwick Dr, #125, Erlanger, KY 41018. EEOE.

NOW HIRING Geograph Industries Inc is an established and growing exhibit, museum, display and sign manufacturing company seeking experienced people for the following positions: cabinet maker / lead carpenter, sign installers and sales person .

Qualified candidates should reply with a copy of their resume along with references and current work history to sales@geographind.com. All resumes will be held in strict confidence.

Day Training Supervisor Supervise, support & train persons w/disabilities in an adult day training/sheltered work program. BAWAC is an accredited Community Rehabilitation Agency.

Related BA &/or exp. pref.

Excellent benefit package.

EOE. Mail resume to: hr@bawac.org

Nurse FT / PT (All Shifts) RN’s and LPN’s for transitional rehab unit with fast paced environment.

Must possess strong clinical, customer service & organizational skills. Experience required. Very competitive salary. 12 hr shifts available! Health plan only $98/mo. $500 sign on bonus.

Apply online to join our team!

Nurse Aides FT/PT (All Shifts) Looking for energetic, experienced & caring STNA’s to join a great team! New competitive wages & insurance for only $98/mo. 12 hr & 8 hr shifts available! $500 sign on bonus.

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APPLIANCES Reconditioned Refrig, Range, Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers. Will deliver. 90 Day Warr.

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BUS DRIVERS NEEDED Sycamore Community School District Transportation Dept. is looking for Substitute Bus Drivers.

Substitute Drivers earn $16 per hour, with potential for leading into full time employment. The district will provide training for inexperienced drivers to acquire a CDL license. To apply, go to www.sycamoreschools.org .

Click on "Career" link and complete the online application.

Drivers: $2000 Sign-on! Excellent Pay, Benefits! New Equip. SE Region.

CDL-A. Cincinatti. Recruiters in area 1/18/16. 800-221-3919 or 706-618-5623 Drivers: $3,000.00 Orientation Completion Bonus! Dedicated, Regional, OTR & Point to Point Lanes! Great Pay, (New hires min 800.00/wk)! CDL-A 1yr. Exp. 1-855-314-1138 Drivers: CDL-A, 1 yr. Guaranteed Home time. $1250 + per wk. & Benefits. Monthly Bonus program usually $500-$650. No-Touch.

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CASKETS & URNS Solid wood $795, Brass urns $99. Metal $895 floor model special discounts hundreds in Stock. Save thousands over any funeral home price!

Use our FREE layaway. Prearrange & visit 3640 Werk Rd. Call Bill For Information & A Free Brochure: 513-

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Lowest Prices In Cincinnati Same Day Delivery Bunk Beds 2x6 splitables

solid wood $199 Bunkies (the very Best) Twin mats-all sizes available $69 -...replace your mattress & get a more restful sleep starting tonight!

Hundreds of Sauders pieces from $29 Liv Rm Suites, 2 piece sets from $399 Electric adjustable beds $795 complete with memory foam mattress Headboards/all sizes, huge selection from $29 MemoryFoam queen mattress $379 King Prem Matt Sets 18" thick $499-$799 Compare from $2000-$6000 3640 Werk Rd; by Toys R Us, 868 Eads Pkwy., Lawrenceburg, IN next to Krogers.

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EVERYONE’S APPROVED!

DRIVERS WANTED Part-time – AM/PM hours.

Northern KY routes.

Transport passengers to/from Day Activity Programs.

Apply in person or mail resume to: BAWAC, Inc., Attn: Transportation Mgr., 7970 Kentucky Dr., Florence, KY 41042, fax: 371-1726, email: hr@bawac.org. E.O.E.

#1 ALWAYS BUYING-Retired Vet pays top cash for antiques and vintage items. Single item or complete estate 513-325-7206

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Bernese Mountain dog - AKC limited registration. $900.

7 males, 2 females.

Call 513-617-2398 CANE CORSO MASTIFF PUPS AKC/ICCF, shots UTD, 1 yr health gar, $1500 OBO. 740-606-8078 Cavalier King Charles - AKC, 3 male bleheim, born 11/17/15. 1st shots, wormed, very cuddly & cute, looking for a new home. $800, cash.

Call 937-386-2866 DOGS, AKC English White Labradors, 6 Female / 1 Male, $1000.00, 6 weeks, white, beautiful,sweet and loving AKC English White Labradors, dewclaws removed, shots and dewormed, vet checked.

Dam and Sire on site.

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ENGLISH BULLDOG--Pups.

AKC. M/F. Vet checked, health guarantee, vaccnated. www.trulocksredgables.com 1-270-678-7943/270-427-6364 English Mastiff puppies AKC, good bloodlines, $800 or $1000 w/papers. Call 513338-9916 or 513-658-1413 GOLDEN DOODLE F1B puppies, standard, male/female, POP, vet checked. 513-553-1674. goldendoodlevalley.com HAVANESE, 3 males, $1200 Ready wk of Jan 4, wormed, 1st shots, vet chk’d, health guar, parents on site, French Lick (910)465-1241 M A I N E Coon Kittens healthy & beautfiul. sweet & gentle, house raised. See parents, also. $250. Call 859484-3320

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BUYING-RECORD ALBUMS & CDs, METAL, JAZZ, BLUES, ROCK, RAP, INDIE, R&B & REGGAE 513-683-6985

CASH PAID for unopened unexpired Diabetic Strips. Up to $35 per 100. 513-377-7522 www.cincytestrips.com

Special Notices-Clas Accounting Position at Enson Trading, LLC in Lockland, Master’s Degree in Accounting required. Ability to speak, read and write in English and Mandarin required. Mail resumes to 605 N. Wayne Avenue, Lockland, Ohio 45215,

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Full cord - $250.

Face cord - $150.

24" logs avail upon request.

859-485-9198

Wheel Chair - Nova $75; Hoveround - $275. Scooter Wanted (Any cond.) 513-8869960

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WAR RELICS US, German, Japanese Paying Top Dollar Call 513-309-1347

Firewood - seasoned ash, cut, split, delivered, & dumped. 1 cord - $200. Call 859-3935002

DRIVERS: Ours Gross over $70,000/yr! .51 Practical, Quarterly Safety Bonus, Excellent Health, Dental, Vision, 401K! 2014/2015 Tractors all with APU’s. CDL-A Exp Apply: www.WORKASL.com 1-855-996-3250

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INSTANT CASH PAID For Baseball Cards Coins, Gold, Silver, Paper Money, Antiques, Old Toys, Watches, Comics, Nascar, Case knifes Military, Trains, autographs, estates, Many Others! We Pkup 513-295-5634.

Pets Firewood For Sale $85 per rick. All hard word. Delivery Possible. Larger & smaller amounts available. If interest contact Jim 859-743-0397

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2BR, 2BA, Beechwood Schl Dist $1200mo. 859-393-5482

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BUYING TOYOTA AND MERCEDES Most years & models; need service records, fair prices paid.

Paul Padget’s Vintage Sales (513) 821-2143 Since 1962 Ford Crown Victoria ’11 - LX, leather, cruise, 40K miles, white, $13500 OBO. Call 859817-0993 FORD F-150 pickup ’02 XLT, 4 dr, super crew cab, V8 triton, exc cond. Call 859-525-6363 Honda Civic ’04 - hybrid, exc cond, 1 owner.

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SPECIAL BOARD MEETING Ft. Wright, Kentucky - The Sanitation District No.1 Board of Directors will hold a Special Meeting Thursday, January 7, 9:00 a.m. in the Board room.at Sanitation District No. 1, 1045 Eaton Drive, Ft. Wright, Kentucky. Following is the agenda for this Special Board Meeting: SPECIAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA January 7, 9:00 2015 I. CALL TO ORDER II. EXECUTIVE SESSION A. Pursuant to KRS 61.810(1)(c), pending litigation III. ADJOURNMENT 953162

RARE BEETLE COLLECTION FOR SALE, FROM TEH 60’S An original program from Cincinnati Gardens, 1964, books, framed pictures, large framed posters, 7 complete sets of cards, records (45s & LPs). Must See! Call for appointment.

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Honda Civic EX ’12. 45,563 mi. 4 door, Auto, Great cond., Charcoal Gray ext., Gray int., 4 cyl, 2WD, Alloy Wheels, Sunroof, $14,500.

Text Ryan (859)496-7857 Jeep Grand Cherokee Loredo ’03 - 4x4, 6 cyl, auto start. Call 859-525-6363

Ford Escape ’12 - All options including navigation. 40K miles, maroon. $13000 OBO. Call 859-817-0993

FORD F-150 pickup ’02 XLT, 4 dr, super crew cab, V8 triton, exc cond. Call 859-525-6363

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The Handyman Can! Wiring, plumbing, kitchen, bath, ceramic tile, hardwood floors, house cleaning, roofing, painting, landscaping, demolition, tree work, new fence repair & painting. Let us do your honey do list! Senior discounts. 734-216-6690

CONCRETE LLC

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