Loveland Herald 10/21/20

LOVELAND HERALD

Your Community Press newspaper serving Loveland, Miami Township and other Northeast Cincinnati neighborhoods

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020 | BECAUSE COMMUNITY MATTERS | PART OF THE USA TODAY NETWORK

###

The cover of “Cincinnati Cabinet of Curiosities,” a comic anthology by local creators. Cover by Thomas O. Miller. PROVIDED/THOMAS O. MILLER

Motorists queue to enter the Hamilton County Board of Elections to either vote in person or drop off their completed absentee ballots on Oct. 9 in Norwood. KAREEM ELGAZZAR/THE ENQUIRER

‘We could be dealing with some problems’ Hamilton County Board of Elections trying to relieve early voting traffi c congestion Scott Wartman Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Editor’s note: Information included refl ects this article’s original publication date – Oct. 13.

Thousands of early voters each day have caused traffi c headaches outside the Hamilton County Board of Elections offi ces in Norwood.

So starting Thursday, Oct. 15, the board of elections added a second ballot collection location on-site during peak hours to alleviate congestion.

For each of the fi rst fi ve days of early voting, 2,200 to 3,100 voters have lined up outside the Hamilton County Board of Elections in Norwood. Each day would be a record total if it were the 2016 or 2012 presidential elections, which saw only one day where the number of in-person early voters exceeded 2,000 – Nov. 4, 2016, when 2,096 voters showed up in Norwood.

The crowds will likely get bigger closer to Election Day, said Caleb Faux, one of the two Democratic members of the Board of Elections, during a meeting on Oct. 13.

“I have some concerns if we fi nd ourselves trying to cope with 7,000 a day, on top of people coming here to return absentee ballots, we could be dealing with some problems in the future,” Faux said.

The Hamilton County Board of Elections has leased space across Wall Street and will direct people dropping off ballots to that spot during the busiest

times, said Sherry Poland, executive director of the Hamilton County Board of Elections.

There will be a team of employees to collect ballots at that location.

This is in addition to the 24-hour secure dropbox in front of the board of elections.

Hamilton County Board of Elections Chairwoman Gwen McFarlin said she was stuck in the traffi c backup outside the board of elections for about 30 minutes one day.

“Hopefully we won’t see the problems with the traffi c backup,” said McFarlin, who is also the Hamilton County Democratic chairwoman. “It is a challenge and continues to be a challenge for us.”

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose is not allowing remote ballot drop boxes in Ohio counties, a decision upheld recently by an appeals court, but counties are allowed to have multiple collections points at the board of elections. And while there may be a line of cars sometimes to get into the parking lot, the line to vote has moved quickly, election offi cials said.

Poland said she hasn’t received complaints about the voting process.

“We’ve gotten positive feedback,” Poland said. “There’s some social media that says it takes a little while at certain times of day to get in here.”

Hamilton County Commissioner Denise Driehaus wrote a letter to the board of elections in support of a plan to have collection points in other locations

throughout the county staff ed by two employees, one Republican and one Democrat. That’s on hold due to the recent court rulings, said Poland and Faux.

“Our hands are kind of tied, and I worry about what’s going to happen at the end of the whole process,” Faux said.

The county has $3 million in federal CARES Act money the board of elections can use to aid ballot collection and processing, Driehaus said.

“We stand at the ready to assist your eff orts to provide safe and secure access to voting during the challenging circumstances presented by this pandemic,“ Driehaus wrote in the letter.

In addition to the traffi c, noise at the board of elections has become a concern.

Specifi cally, bullhorns used by political activists in a “bullpen” set aside for free speech in the parking lot of the board of elections.

There are now three bullhorns used on a regular basis by activists outside the polling location. This concerned Alex Triantafi lou, a board of elections member and Republican chairman for Hamilton County.

“I think there’s a right to vote in peace in the polling location,” Triantafi lou said.

The activists were moved back and asked to turn down the volume, according to election offi cials at the meeting. Triantafi lou opted not to press the matter.

Loveland Frogman to be immortalized in new urban legends comic Jeff Suess Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Have you ever heard the story of mermaids in the Ohio River or the haunted Sedamsville Rectory?

Local comic book creators have produced a new comic anthology that tells these tales and other Cincinnati urban legends. “Cincinnati Cabinet of Curiosities” features six paranormal stories set in the Tristate area based on local legends, such as the Loveland Frogman and the ghosts in Music Hall.

“Who doesn’t love stories of lore around anywhere, but especially around your home?” said illustrator Christina Wald, who served as the comic's project manager.

Editor Kat Klockow provided dossiers of diff erent locations with rumors of paranormal activity, and the creators picked which stories they wanted to tell.

Wald chose Satan’s Hollow, a series of drainage tunnels in Blue Ash that are rumored to be a “portal to hell.” “It sounded so ridiculous that I had to draw it,” said Wald, who has illustrated numerous children’s books.

Along with Wald and Klockow, creators include Jay Kalagayan and Dylan Speeg, the team behind the comic “MeSseD,” Brandon Wagner, Tim Fuller and Rodney Fyke, with covers by Thomas O. Miller and Eamon Hill.

The comic will be funded by a Kickstarter campaign that launched Monday, Oct. 5. The digital comic will be available in November, with the printed edition in December, Wald said.

Kickstarter: tinyurl.com/yanwpyjq

YOUR HEALTH with Dr. Owens

The Quarantine 15: Is it a real thing, and how do you avoid it? www.interactforhealth.org CE-GOG0005265-02

How to submit news

To submit news and photos to the Community Press/Recorder, visit the Cincinnati Enquirer’s Share website: http://bit.ly/2FjtKoF

Contact The Press

News: 513-903-6027, Retail advertising: 768-8404, Classified advertising: 242-4000, Delivery: 513-576-8240.

See page A2 for additonal information

Vol. 102 No. 21 © 2020 The Community Recorder ALL RIGHTS RESERVED $1.00

WFDBHE-23030q

2A

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

How to share news from community The following information can be used for submitting news, photos, columns and letters; and also placing ads for obituaries: Stories: To submit a story and/or photo(s), visit https://bit.ly/2JrBepF Columns/letters: To submit letters (200 words or less) or guest columns (500 words or less) for consideration in The Community Press & Recorder, email viewpoints@communitypress.com Include your fi rst and last name on letters to the editor, along with name of your community. Include your phone number as well. With guest columns, include your headshot (a photo of you from shoulders up) with your column.

Include a few sentences giving your community and describing any expertise you have on the subject of your column.

Obits: To place an ad for an obituary in the Community Press weekly papers, call 877-513-7355 or email obits@enquirer.com

Drivers needed to deliver Community Press once a week Part-time adult motor drivers are needed to deliver the Press and Recorder newspapers. Drivers must be available on Wednesdays (Ohio) or Thursdays (Kentucky) and have a reliable vehicle. For more information, call 513-853-6277 or 859-781-4421.

COMMUNITY PRESS & RECORDER NEWSPAPERS ❚ 312 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 ❚ 2116 Chamber Center Drive, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017 NEWS TIPS.....................................513-903-6027 HOME DELIVERY ..........................513-576-8240 ADVERTISING................................513-768-8404 CLASSIFIEDS .................................513-242-4000

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

16 years later, Rucker and Deters face off again in race for prosecutor Kevin Grasha Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

It’s a repeat of a race that took place 16 years ago. Fanon Rucker is running against Joe Deters for Hamilton County prosecutor.

But this time they aren’t write-in candidates.

That was the situation in the fall of 2004, after then-prosecutor Mike Allen stepped down because of a sex scandal involving a female employee. By the time Allen resigned in September 2004 (he was running unopposed), other candidates were not able to get on the ballot. The county Republican party approached Deters to run a write-in campaign, and he agreed. Deters had previously served as the county’s top prosecutor before being elected state treasurer.

Rucker, then 32, had about six weeks to introduce himself to voters as the Democratic candidate. That 2004 election ended with Rucker getting just over 95,000 write-in votes to Deters’ 120,000.

This time, it’s expected to be a closer race. Republicans want to hold on to a seat that is widely viewed as the most powerful in the county. Rucker now has name-recognition, having served as a county municipal judge for 12 years before stepping down from the bench last year. Deters is running for prosecutor for the seventh time.

The Candidates Republican: Joe Deters, 63. He grew up in Cincinnati and earned a law degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1982, the same year he began working for the prosecutor’s offi ce. He also has served as Hamilton County Clerk of Courts and state treasurer. He is divorced and has three sons and a daughter. He lives in Pleasant Ridge.

Democrat: Fanon Rucker, 48. He was raised in Gary, Indiana. His father was a prosecutor in Lake County, Indiana and later served on the Indiana Supreme Court. Rucker earned his law degree from the UC College of Law in 1996 and

Hamilton County prosecutor candidates Fanon Rucker, left, and Joe Deters, right. FILE

served as a city prosecutor for fi ve years before entering private practice. He is divorced and has a son and daughter. He lives in Avondale.

What the prosecutor does The prosecutor oversees an offi ce that includes 164 employees and 105 attorneys, numbers that were reduced this year because of cuts necessitated by the coronavirus pandemic. In addition to prosecuting criminal cases in the county the offi ce handles civil matters and serves as the legal adviser to county offi ces and boards. The full-time salary in 2021 will be $153,939. If elected, Deters, who is takes a part-time salary because he also has a small private practice, would earn $109,671.

Law and order and ‘Pacman’ Jones Deters framed the choice between himself and Rucker as a choice between “law and order” and chaos in the streets.

Deters pointed out that his offi ce indicted 14 people in connection with local protests in late May and early June that sprung up in the wake of the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. “We haven’t had a single riot ever since,” he said. “There is a cause and eff ect.”

Rucker agrees with the decision to charge people who damage businesses,

END GUTTER CLEANING FOREVER!

set fi res and engage in rioting. And both Deters and Rucker said they support people’s right to protest peacefully.

But Rucker said Deters’ view of law and order can be inconsistent. He pointed to Deters’ decision to not pursue charges against former Bengal Adam “Pacman” Jones, who was accused in 2017 of spitting on a jail nurse – a felony crime, Rucker said.

Deters ended up dropping a harassment with a bodily substance charge, and he encouraged city prosecutors to drop misdemeanor charges against Jones. That same night, Jones was accused of “head-butting” and kicking at police offi cers who arrested him. He pleaded guilty to obstructing police, and city prosecutors dismissed two other charges. He was sentenced to the two days he’d already spent in jail.

Now, there’s an ad on Black radio stations featuring Jones endorsing Deters.

Bail reform Rucker supports revamping the cash bail system, which he says has packed the county jail with people charged with nonviolent crimes who are awaiting trial but can’t aff ord bail. That’s not how the system should work, he said, pointing to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that says pretrial detention should be “the carefully limited exception.”

Deters pointed out that judges set bond amounts, not prosecutors. Deters also accused Rucker of using talking points being promoted by progressive organizations backed by billionaire political donor George Soros. Deters said his offi ce doesn’t take a hard stance against nonviolent off enders.

Death penalty Deters said when he became prosecutor, he swore to uphold the law and will continue to do that. That includes pursuing the death penalty in cases he believes warrant it.

Rucker does not support the state’s current death penalty system, saying it is applied inconsistently across Ohio’s 88 counties.

FREE ESTIMATES

CALL 513-538-2009

THE BEST SOLUTION FOR

CLOG FREE GUTTERS

20% OFF Satisfaction Guaranteed No payment required until the job is finished and you’re completely satisfied.

Lifetime Performance Guarantee We guarantee that our products will keep your gutters free of leaves and clogs for the rest of the life of your home.

Competitive Pricing & Discounts 20% off all jobs.

Ask us about our senior citizen & military discounts.

Call Today for your Free Estimate Limited Time Offer. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Call for details.

CE-GCI0496533-05

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

3A

What you should know about the Hamilton County commissioner race Scott Wartman Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

A three-way race for Hamilton County Board of Commissioners will determine whether Democrats will retain unanimous control of the county board of commissioners.

Democrats have occupied all three spots on the board since 2018.

But Commissioner Todd Portune's death in January left an open seat for grabs.

The Democrats have put forward a well-known name, Alicia Reece, who previously served as vice mayor of Cincinnati and in the state House. The Republicans have Indian Hill businessman Andy Black, a former member of Mariemont's city council.

Independent candidate Herman Najoli, an adjunct professor at Indiana Wesleyan University, gathered enough signatures to be on the ballot.

Here's what you need to know.

Who are the candidates?

Democrat: In 1999, at the age of 28, Alicia Reece became at that time the youngest person elected to Cincinnati City Council. She ascended to Vice Mayor and served on council until 2005 after losing a bid to become mayor. She worked under Gov. Ted Strickland as Ohio's director of tourism, then represented the 33rd District in the Ohio House of Representatives from 20102018.

Age: 49 Spouse: None Residence: Roselawn Favorite book: Becoming by Michelle Obama Favorite movie: Tie between Black Panther and Ocean's Eleven Republican: Andy Black grew up in Mariemont, went to Miami University where he played football and majored in history, then embarked on a career in the fi nancial and real estate industries.

He served on Mariemont City Council for three years, including as vice mayor from 2011 to 2012.

Black

Reece

Najoli

Age: 41 Spouse: Courtney Children: Two sons, ages 7 and 9.

Residence: Indian Hill Favorite book: The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead Favorite movie: Tie between Saving Private Ryan and Rudy Independent: Herman Najoli grew up in Kenya before moving to the United States in 2001. He came to Cincinnati in 2007 and works as an adjunct professor at Indiana Wesleyan University and lives in West Price Hill. This is his fi rst run for political offi ce, garnering enough signatures to get on the ballot as an independent.

Age: 44 Spouse: Danyetta Children: One daughter, 9; one son, 14 Residence: West Price Hill Favorite book: The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader by John Maxwell Favorite movie: Tie between Black Panther and Braveheart

Key questions in the race Can a Republican still win a countywide race in Hamilton County?

The last race for Hamilton County commissioner in 2018 shocked the political establishment. Veteran incumbent and Republican Chris Monzel lost to a relatively unknown Democrat, Stephanie Summerow Dumas, who did not knock on any doors or raise much money.

Dumas' victory, in addition to giving the Democrats complete control of the three-member board of commission-

ers, raised questions about the future of the Republican Party in Hamilton County.

Like urban counties across the country, Hamilton County has trended blue while suburban and rural areas have gone more Republican.

Democrats hold all countywide offi ces except four: recorder, treasurer, county engineer and prosecutor. The GOP is in danger this year of losing all but the engineer position, where Republican Eric Beck is unopposed.

So does Black stand a chance to stem the Republican losses in Hamilton County? Black called Monzel's 2018 loss an outlier. Dumas won the Cincinnati precincts and cut a swath through the middle of the county northward. Monzel won the eastern and western suburbs and rural communities. Black sees his path to victory there.

"You've got all the townships, the 12 townships, and all of the small cities and villages," Black said. "You've still got a lot of Republican votes out there."

Reece believes she's well known both in the city of Cincinnati and out of the city, having served both on city council and in the state House.

"This race is diff erent than any race I've been a part of," Reece said. "People are dealing with a health pandemic as well as an economic pandemic. They're fi ghting for their life and livelihood at the same time."

What impact will an independent candidate have?

Najoli knows he's got an uphill battle. . He's handmaking his own signs. He's also chopped a pile of wood in his backyard and built a stump on which he plans on giving an Election Night speech.

He's raised $1,300, most of it from family members. That's compared to Reece's $70,300 and Black's $229,700 war chests as of the last report in June.

He won't say whether he's conservative or liberal. Or who he supports for president. Voting records show he's not voted in either a Democratic or Repub-

lican primary since at least 2014.

Najoli said he's wanted to run for Hamilton County commissioner since 2008. It was that year when the Hamilton County Democrats and Republicans brokered a deal to not endorse any candidates against their incumbents–for the Democrats it was Todd Portune; for the Republicans, Greg Hartmann. He had just moved to the area didn't feel ready to run at the time. But in 2018, he did. He tried and failed to get enough signatures. This year, he succeeded.

"I was disappointed by the decision in 2008," Najoli said. "Since then, I felt voters need to rebuke the political parties."

Two key issues What new deal, if any, do you want to work out with the Bengals?

Whoever is the next Hamilton County commissioner will likely play a key role in deciding the fate of the Bengals and Paul Brown Stadium. The Bengal's lease with the county expires in 2026.

County offi cials said they will start negotiations on a possible extension in 2024.

Black: He wants to sell Paul Brown Stadium to a private company, or at least bring in a private company to manage it and pay for the maintenance.

Black said he believes there are hedge funds or promoters who would do this if the number of events, such as concerts, at the stadium could be increased.

He acknowledged that it would be a fi rst in the United States.

"It hasn't happened in the United States," Black said. "It will be the fi rst opportunity anyone has explored like this."

The county commissioners in the past have looked at selling the stadium but the idea has never moved forward.

Black wouldn't name any specifi c potential buyers.

See COMMISSIONER, Page 4A

“I want to find a plan I can trust.”

At MediGold we believe that you deserve a Medicare Advantage plan that puts you and your health needs first.

That’s why we’re here, to provide you access to expert health care that fits your life and benefits that fit your budget.

$0

Premium |

$0

Primary Care Visits |

$0

Telehealth*

Plus benefits you want, like prescription drug coverage automatically included and expanded dental coverage.

Enroll today! Call 1-800-964-4525 ( TTY 711 ). Or visit MediGold.com

*Telehealth starts at $0 and may vary based on service. Paid actor portrayal. MediGold is a Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in MediGold depends on contract renewal. Other providers are available in our network. Plans, premiums and benefits vary by county.

H1846 H3668 H6910_011A_21_M MediGold complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-800-240-3851 (TTY: 711). 注意：如果您使用繁體中文，您可以免費獲得語言援助服務。請致電 1-800-240-3851(TTY: 711)。

4A

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

Local Republican mailer slammed as racist; GOP calls charge ‘ridiculous’

rhyme’s appearance above her picture was accidental and accused Black and the Republicans of “racist tactics.”

Reece said the off ensive version of the

rhyme is well known.

“Everybody knows that’s a dog whistle,” Reece said. “He’s using Donald Trump tactics. That is what we don’t

need in Hamilton County.”

Black and the Ohio Republican Party defended the mailer and said there was no racist intent.

“If someone gets off ended by it, in my opinion, that’s a stretch,” Black said.

“There’s a much deeper history of that one child’s game.”

He declined further comment. Ohio Republican Party spokesman Evan Machan called the accusation of racism “ridiculous.”

“It is clearly not racist,” Machan said.

“It dates back several hundred years. It is a child’s nursery rhyme.”

The origins of the nursery rhyme do indeed date back centuries but its origins are murky, wrote Harvard Ph.D student Adrienne Raphel in the Paris Review in 2015. The rhyme takes many forms around the world and could have had its origins in shepherds trying to keep count, she wrote. In America and England, the racist version was used before being changed to “tiger.”

would buy it, and, if they did, whether "Wall Street" could be trusted.

Najoli: Najoli's plan for Paul Brown Stadium involves another football, soccer. He wants the region to focus on a bid for Cincinnati to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup in 2026. A local delegation led by FC Cincinnati President Jeff Berding has already made a pitch this year to FIFA and the U.S. Soccer Association. Najoli believes the revenue generated off this would pay for stadium upgrades, though he couldn't say how much would need to be invested to host the World Cup. "It is amazing what it would do for the local economy," Najoli said.

issues, sometimes ending up in court.

The music venue being built next to Paul Brown Stadium has led to very public rows between the commissioners and Cincinnati Mayor John Cranley.

Here's how the candidates would remedy that.

Reece: She said she believes she can be a bridge between the city and county, having represented both. She received the endorsement during the Democratic Primary from the current Cincinnati mayor and several previous mayors.

"I think for too long, not just with this commission, it's city vs county," Reece said. "We’re together. I think if we start from that place, I think now is a better time than ever with resources being limited. We have to work together."

Black: He blamed Democrats for the division, pointing out the Democrats control both city hall and the board of commissioners.

He believes being a Republican and new to countywide politics, he'll bring a new perspective.

"I think new fresh faces are needed," Black said. "It's interesting it's one-party control in both bodies, and they're still not getting along."

Najoli: Rather than just mending fences with Cincinnati and Hamilton County, why not combine them? That's a question Najoli asked when confronted with how the city and county should work together.

He suggested a city-county merger, an oft-cited aspiration among politicians but rarely acted upon.

Najoli acknowledged it would be diffi cult to untangle and streamline services for a county with 22 school districts, 20 cities, 17 villages and 12 townships. But he said it should be looked at.

Najoli pointed to Indianapolis, Nashville and Louisville, all cities that combined with their surrounding counties.

"We would look at those cities and conduct studies to enable us perhaps to bring it to voters so they can make a decision whether the city and county should merge," Najoli said.

Scott Wartman Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

A nursery rhyme on campaign literature for a Republican county commissioner candidate has drawn accusations of racism.

Republicans sent a mailer this week with the phrase “Eeenie, meenie, miny, moe...Where will your tax dollars go?” It was paid for by the Ohio Republican Party in support of Republican Hamilton County Commissioner candidate Andy Black. The rhyme is emblazoned above a picture of Democratic Hamilton County Commissioner candidate Alicia Reece, who is Black.

While many people may remember the nursery rhyme line ending with “catch a tiger by the toe,” to others, it brings back imagery of a 19th century racist version with a racial slur in place of “tiger.”

Reece doesn’t think the nursery

Commissioner Continued from Page 3A

Black said he would like to keep the Bengals, but not at all costs.

Reece: Whatever deal gets worked out between the county and the Bengals will have to go to a vote before the taxpayers, Reece said.

That includes whether to continue the 0.5% sales tax before that paid for the riverfront stadiums. The taxpayers in 1996 voted for the sales tax.

What she would want in a new deal with the Bengals, and at what point the county should let the Bengals walk, Reece wouldn't specify. She said she doesn't want to pin the county down on the negotiations.

"Everything is on the table," Reece said. "When you go into a negotiation, you don't limit yourself."

Reece slammed Black's proposal to sell the stadium, skeptical that anyone

An image of the mailer PROVIDED/THE ENQUIRER

How would you work with the City of Cincinnati?

One of the biggest issues facing the county commissioners has been an ongoing feud with the city of Cincinnati.

The two sides have argued over sewers, riverfront development and many other

MAINTAIN YOUR INDEPENDENCE AT HOME!

Neighborhood Discount Rewards

OUR STAIR LIFTS Install Directly on Stairwell Up to 60 Trips per Charge Narrow Profile Safety Sensors

EXCLUSIVE NEIGHBOR CERTIFICATE

ACT NOW – LIMITED TIME OFFER CALL TODAY!

ADDITIONALLY, WE OFFER WALK-IN SHOWERS & WALK-IN TUB ACCESSIBILITY SOLUTIONS FOR YOU TO AGE IN PLACE!

513-572-2245

CALL TODAY FOR A FREE I N-H O M E C O N S U LTAT I O N

PROMO NUMBER: 364

15

%

OFF

YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE *

PLUS

&

10

%

+

OFF

SENIORS & MILITARY! ON TOP OF THE 15%

5

%

OFF

TO THE FIRST 50 CALLERS!**

FINANCING THAT FITS YOUR BUDGET!1

EXCLUSIVE OFFER – REDEEM BY PHONE TODAY

Subject to credit approval. Call for details.

*One coupon per household. No obligation estimate valid for 1 year. **Offer Valid at the time of estimate only. 1

CE-GCI0505415-04

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

5A

PAID ADVERTISEMENT

NEW TIMES REQUIRE NEW THINKING

Better read this if you are 62 or older and still making mortgage payments.

The Chick-fi l-A cow greets parade goers during the 100th Findlay Market Opening Day Parade in downtown Cincinnati. LIZ DUFOUR/THE ENQUIRER

Chick-fi l-A opens new restaurant in Blue Ash Chris Mayhew Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Chick-fi l-A recently opened its newest area location in Blue Ash, according to a release from the company.

The restaurant at 11250 Reed Hartman Highway, was set to open at Oct. 8, for drive-through, carryout and thirdparty delivery services.

The hours of operation will be from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

The Atlanta-based Chick-fi l-A restaurant chain will be operated in Blue Ash by franchise owner Gretchen Norton, according to the release.

The Tennessee native started work at Chick-fi l-A as a team member in 2012, and by 2015 was operating a Chick-fi l-A restaurant, according to the release.

The restaurant is expected to bring about 100 jobs, both full-time and parttime, to Blue Ash, according to the release.

The Chick-fi l-A Foundation has part-

Chick-fi l-A will open a new restaurant Thursday, Oct. 8 in Blue Ash. ALEX WONG

nered with Feeding America to donate $25,000 to support local communities for each restaurant that opens. The release did not disclose which specifi c organizations in Blue Ash will receive donations.

The donation will go towards organizations in Blue Ash that are doing good work to care for others, according to the release.

worth

It’s a well-known fact that for many older Americans, the home is their single biggest asset, often accounting for more than 45% of their total net worth. And with interest rates near all-time lows while home values are still high, this combination creates the perfect dynamic for getting the most out of your built-up equity.

But, many aren’t taking advantage of this unprecedented period.

According to new statistics from

misconceptions.

For example, a lot of people mistakenly believe the home must be paid off in full in order to qualify for a HECM loan, which is not the case.

In fact, one key advantage of a HECM is that the proceeds will first be used to pay off any existing liens on the property, which frees up cash flow, a huge blessing for seniors living on a fixed income. Unfortunately, many senior homeowners who might be better off with a HECM loan don’t

Request a FREE Info Kit & DVD Today!

Call 800-840-8803 now. the mortgage industry, senior homeowners in the U.S. are now sitting on more than 7.19 trillion dollars* of unused home equity.

Not only are people living longer than ever before, but there is also greater uncertainty in the ecomony.

With home prices back up again, ignoring this “hidden wealth” may prove to be short sighted when looking for the best long-term outcome.

All things considered, it’s not surprising that more than a million homeowners have already used a government-insured Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) loan to turn their home equity into extra cash for retirement.

It’s a fact: no monthly mortgage payments are required with a government-insured HECM loan; however the borrowers are still responsible for paying for the maintenance of their home, property taxes, homeowner’s insurance and, if required, their HOA fees.

Today, HECM loans are simply an effective way for homeowners 62 and older to get the extra cash they need to enjoy retirement.

Although today’s HECM loans have been improved to provide even greater financial protection for homeowners, there are still many

even bother to get more information because of rumors they’ve heard.

In fact, a recent survey by American Advisors Group (AAG), the nation’s number one HECM lender, found that over 98% of their clients are satisfied with their loans.

While these special loans are not for everyone, they can be a real lifesaver for senior homeowners - especially in times like these.

The cash from a HECM loan can be used for almost any purpose.

Other common uses include making home improvements, paying off medical bills or helping other family members. Some people simply need the extra cash for everyday expenses while others are now using it as a safety net for financial emergencies.

If you’re a homeowner age 62 or older, you owe it to yourself to learn more so that you can make the best decision - for your financial future.

We’re here and ready to help. Homeowners who are interested in learning more can request a FREE Reverse Mortgage Information Kit and DVD by calling toll-free at 800-840-8803

e Guid Your ter t e B to a nt eme Retir

verse ing Re rstand ns Unde a o L age Mortg

SIT BACK AND ENJOY THE SHOW WHILE OUR EXPERTS WORK THEIR MAGIC LOCALiQ experts use top tech and unbeatable insights to optimize your campaigns and drive real results for your business.

Do it all with just one partner!

Contact your sales rep today or visit LOCALiQ.com/GetResults to get started.

FREE A Guide for Children and Caregivers Learn how home equity can helpl oved ones in retirement.

Your Guide to a Better Retirement Understanding Reverse Mortgage Loans

Our new Reverse Mortgage information guides & DVD are now available featuring award-winning actor and paid AAG spokesman, Tom Selleck.

U.S.A.’s #1

Reverse Mortgage Company

As Featured on: ABC, CBS, CNN & Fox News

*Source: https://reversemortgagedaily.com/2019/12/17/senior-housing-wealth-reaches-record-high-of-7-19-trillion Reverse mortgage loan terms include occupying the home as your primary residence, maintaining the home, paying property taxes and homeowners insurance. Although these costs may be substantial, AAG does not establish an escrow account for these payments. However, a set-aside account can be set up for taxes and insurance, and in some cases may be required. Not all interest on a reverse mortgage is taxdeductible and to the extent that it is, such deduction is not available until the loan is partially or fully repaid.

AAG charges an origination fee, mortgage insurance premium (where required by HUD), closing costs and servicing fees, rolled into the balance of the loan. AAG charges interest on the balance, which grows over time. When the last borrower or eligible non-borrowing spouse dies, sells the home, permanently moves out, or fails to comply with the loan terms, the loan becomes due and payable (and the property may become subject to foreclosure). When this happens, some or all of the equity in the property no longer belongs to the borrowers, who may need to sell the home or otherwise repay the loan balance. V2020.06.30

BACKED BY DATA. POWERED BY INTELLIGENCE.

NMLS# 9392 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). American Advisors Group (AAG) is headquartered at 3800 W. Chapman Ave., 3rd & 7th Floors, Orange CA, 92868. Licensed in 49 states.

Please go to www.aag.com/legal-information for full state license information.

These materials are not from HUD or FHA and were not approved by HUD or a government agency.

6A

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

Hamilton County House race just got competitive zombies.”

Jessie Balmert Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Before Republican Rep. Tom Brinkman and his Democratic challenger Sara Bitter faced off in a competitive – and increasingly contentious – election, they were on the same side.

Bitter, an attorney from Symmes Township, is a passionate advocate for mental health and those with developmental disabilities. During her unsuccessful Ohio Senate bid against Republican Steve Wilson, she pushed for statewide standards on teaching children about mental health.

That passion isn’t academic for Bitter; it’s personal. Her two sons live with a developmental disability.

“If you have legislators who are personally aff ected, you’ll be able to make a bigger diff erence to help people,” said Bitter, who also wants to create a disability, mental health and addiction caucus in the Ohio Legislature.

Brinkman reached out to Bitter following her 2018 loss. Brinkman, Bitter, Wilson and Democratic Rep. Brigid Kelly all met to talk about Bitter’s plans to improve mental health in light of the state’s increasing number of suicide deaths.

Soon after, Brinkman and Kelly introduced House Bill 532, which would require the State Board of Education to adopt standards for mental health education.

“It was her big piece of legislation, and I did it,” Brinkman told The Enquirer.

The bill has received one hearing to date. Brinkman said he hopes it will move after the election but Bitter is less sure. “At this time, it’s probably not going to go anywhere,” Bitter said. “If I get in there, I’m going to work on it until it gets passed.”

A competitive fi ght turns nasty Bitter is hoping to unseat Brinkman, who has represented the 27th House district in eastern Hamilton County since 2015. Including his fi rst stint, Brinkman has served in the Ohio House of Representatives for 14 years.

And this could be his most competitive race yet.

The district, which Brinkman has easily won in past elections, is a prime example of how Hamilton County has

Where do they stand on the issues?

Democrat Sara Bitter faces off against Republican Rep. Tom Brinkman for the 27th House District. PROVIDED

shifted toward Democrats in recent years. The number of registered Democrats and Republicans in the district is nearly even, 16.5% and 15.6% respectively. The majority, 67.8%, are not registered with a party, according to Hamilton County voter rolls.

If former Vice President Joe Biden performs well in these Cincinnati suburbs, it could spell trouble for Brinkman’s re-election bid.

The competition has already started to turn nasty. When Bitter lost her Cincinnati police union endorsement over her support of Black Lives Matters, the Hamilton County Republican Party said she was running a “dishonest campaign” and had “lost the public trust.”

An extreme Second Amendment group, Ohio Gun Owners, recently released an ad saying Bitter wasn’t standing against rioting, looting and vandalizing by “violent thugs” pushing communism for America. At the end, the ad lists Bitter’s personal cell phone number, Hamilton County Democratic Party leader Gwen McFarlin called on Brinkman to denounce the ad. She said the attack ad was “downright reckless,” especially in light of the recently foiled attack on Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan.

Democrats point out that Brinkman is also touting his son’s union membership in advertisements – even though Brinkman has pushed right-to-work legislation to prohibit mandatory union membership.

He once called unions “the ultimate

Question: How should lawmakers address COVID-19?

Bitter largely supports how Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican, has handled the crisis by relying on health experts.

She worried about DeWine’s recent health director pick declining the job because of concerns about threats and her long-ago work for Planned Parenthood.

“I was not happy to see a medical doctor and an expert in public health be basically forced out of her job because people didn’t believe in her politically,” Bitter said. “That just shouldn’t have happened.”

Brinkman has supported eff orts to limit DeWine’s authority during the novel coronavirus pandemic. He supported a proposal to give lawmakers – not DeWine – authority over requiring masks.

Brinkman also voted for legislation that would have reduced the penalty for violating a public health order. However, DeWine vetoed the bill.

Brinkman said it didn’t make sense that schools were making diff erent decisions about what’s safe for students, creating inequities. But he supports principles like washing hands and wearing masks in some circumstances.

“It’s just a shame,” Brinkman said.

“People are just worn out by it. That’s the problem.”

Q: Do you support the $1.3 billion bailout of two nuclear plants in northern Ohio?

Brinkman voted for House Bill 6, which approved a $1.3 billion bailout for two nuclear plants in northern Ohio, because he says it saved Ohioans money on their electric bills. But he would support repealing the legislation to eliminate all subsidies for any energy company.

That legislation is now at the center of a federal investigation alleging former Speaker Larry Householder and others took nearly $61 million in bribes to pass the law and defend it. Brinkman did not vote for Householder to lead the Ohio House and points out that a majority of GOP lawmakers didn’t either.

Bitter, who supports repealing House Bill 6, hasn’t made the Householder scandal a central piece of her campaign.

She would rather focus on responding to COVID-19, ensuring schools are safe and making sure Ohioans keep their health insurance amid the pandemic.

“I’ll let others worry about Larry Householder,” she said.

Q: What is your stance on taxes?

Brinkman founded the Coalition Opposed to Additional Spending and Taxes or COAST in 1999 to oppose levies in Hamilton County. Brinkman has opposed most tax hikes during his career at the Ohio Statehouse but recently supported an increase to the gas tax, which he calls a “user fee.”

He points out that the legislation also eliminated the front license plate, banned red light cameras and added a fee on electric and hybrid vehicles so those drivers also shared in the cost.

“I’d love a world where there are no taxes,” Brinkman said. “We can have a world where at least there are fair taxes. I think that’s important too.”

Q: What is your stance on abortion?

Brinkman opposes both abortion and the death penalty.

“I’m consistently pro-life from conception to natural death,” Brinkman told a Cincinnati NAACP panel.

Bitter, on the other hand, was endorsed by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio.

Q: What is your position on Black Lives Matter?

On that same panel, both candidates were asked whether they support Black Lives Matter.

“I say all lives matter,” said Brinkman, after detailing his support for a resolution to declare a state of emergency on childhood trauma in Ohio. (The only Republican to do so.)

Bitter had a diff erent response: “My understanding of Black Lives Matter is that Black lives have been disregarded, have been treated unequally in so many areas of our American history and society and we have reached a point in time where we need our community members to stand up and to say the words: ‘Black Lives Matter.’”

She later lost her Cincinnati police union endorsement.

“If they want to pull my endorsement because I can say the words ‘Black lives matter,’ it says more about them than me,” Bitter said. “I think they’re just being political.”

LIMITED TIME OFFER In today’s world, you wouldn’t use a rotary dial telephone to call your friends and family. Then why use old methods to clean your carpets and other surfaces?

At Zerorez®, we are the leaders in forward-thinking cleaning technology. Our patented Powered Water® keeps your home cleaner longer.

3 ROOMS OF CARPET CLEANED FOR ONLY

$109

Cannot be combined with other offers of same service. Service minimums and fees may apply. Offer expires 10/31/20.

$20 OFF UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Promo Code: SOFA20 Cannot be combined with other offers of same service.

Service minimums and fees may apply.

Offer expires 10/31/20.

“May I say, THESE GUYS ARE INCREDIBLE!?! This is a simple equation: highest level of customer service + excellent product/service/technique = happy return customer.”

- Matthew G.

CALL OR BOOK ONLINE TODAY CARPET

TILE & STONE

AREA RUGS

UPHOLSTERY

4.8

AIRDUCTS CE-GCI0506454-06

ODORS

PROTECTOR

COMMERCIAL

9,000+ Google Reviews

(513) 538-2263

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

Tiny Micro-Chip

In The Ear:

• One of the smallest custom hearing aids ever made • 48 channel digital signal processing • Digital engineering allows 1,000’s of custom settings • Controlled by state­of­the­art software

Tiny micro-processor

Spaces Are Limited Call Today For Your FREE* Hearing Evaluation!

2 Weeks Only!

NOW THRU OCTOBER 31st Miracle­Ear Hearing Centers

Cold Spring 4200 Alexandria Pk.

Colerain Twp. 9592 Colerain Ave.

Eastgate 4530 Eastgate Blvd.

Erlanger 3405 Dixie Hwy.

Florence 7901 Mall Rd.

Hamilton 1355 Main St.

Lawrenceburg Tues. 10am-5pm

Maysville Weds. 9am-5pm

Miamisburg 125 Springboro Pk.

Springdale Monroe 3125 Heritage Green Dr. 11554 Springfield Pk.

Western Hills 6210 Glenway Ave.

Toll Free all Locations (866) 754­9068 One More Thing

Some parts of the evaluation include the use of a familiar voice, so if you are married, please bring your spouse with you. Call us today to confirm your appointment time!

Your Safety Matters

To ensure the safety of our patients, we are:

• Wearing masks (we will even give you one if you want) • Disinfecting the office before every appointment • Leaving time between appointments so the waiting room is clear • Doing daily wellness checks and temperature readings on our staff

2 for $995 *

Receive 2 Miracle­EarMINI 1 ITE Hearing Aids at $995 for a limited time only.

TM

*Limit one coupon per patient at the promotional price during event dates only. Not valid with any other discount or offer. Does not apply to prior purchases. Fits up to 35 db loss. Offer expires 10/31/20.

• 100% Satisfaction Guarantee* • 3­year Limited Warranty** • FREE Lifetime Service • Over 70 Years in Business • Over 1,500 Locations Nationwide

We Work With Most Insurance Plans *Hearing tests are always free. Hearing test is an audiometric test to determine proper amplification needs only, not medical exams or diagnoses. If you are not completely satisfied, the aids may be returned for a full refund within 30 days from the completion of fitting, in satisfactory condition. Fitting fee may apply. Valid at participating locations only. See store for details. **Not valid on Miracle­Ear level 1 products.

|

7A

8A

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

PAID ADVERTISEMENT

Men’s Virility Restored in Clinical Trial; 275% More Blood Flow in 5 Minutes A newly improved version of America’s best-selling male performance enhancer gives 70-year-old men the ability and stamina they enjoyed in their 30’s.

America’s best-selling sexual performance enhancer just got a lot better.

An artist's rendering of one of the 2020 Homearama show homes from Frazier Homes, led by former Cincinnati Bengal-turned-homebuilder Andre Frazier PROVIDED

Homearama kicks off Randy Tucker Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Editor’s note: Information included refl ects this article’s original publication date – Oct. 6.

After a months-long delay, the Homearama showcase of luxury homes was scheduled to kick off Oct. 8 with a dedication ceremony at the new Walworth Junction residential development in the East End. Mayor John Cranley was scheduled to be the keynote speaker at the launch of the 57th annual Homearama – the fi rst to be held inside Cincinnati's city limits in the show's history, according to the Home Builders Association of Greater Cincinnati.

The show had been scheduled for July before the pandemic forced organizers to move it to this month.

Visitors will be required to follow state and federal COVID-19 guidelines, including wearing face masks and social distancing. Home tours will be limited to 40 people at a time, or 10 on each fl oor.

The show, which runs through Oct. 25, will feature seven homes listed from

$1.2 million to $1.6 million.

All the show homes have rooftop terraces with views of the Ohio River. Six of the homes have already been sold.

The urban infi ll development at 3107 Walworth Ave. will eventually include 39 homes on a reclaimed brownfi eld site just north of the intersection of Riverside Drive and Delta Avenue. Billed as a walkable community, Walworth Junction has sidewalks connecting it to business districts in Columbia Tusculum and the East End. There's also a pedestrian tunnel that connects Walworth Avenue to Riverside Drive, directly across from the Hi-Mark Bar and Emma’s Wine Bar. This year's Homearama will be open from noon-9 p.m., Friday through Sunday, and 4-9 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Tickets are $19 at the gate and $17 on the Cincinnati Homearama mobile app or website. Kroger will not be selling tickets this year.

For more information on the show and complete breakdown of all COVID-19 restrictions, go to the Homearama website here: https://www.cincy homearama.com/events/2020homearama-walworth-junction

Reliable protection.

Straight-up savings.

CALL NOW to take advantage of this GREAT pricing as low as

New customers only. Early termination fee applies.

Installation starts at $99 with 36/24 month monitoring agreement. Upgraded packages require additional install fees. Touchscreen panel pictured requires upgraded package. See details below.

Limited-Time Offer

FREE Home Security System + Bonus Offers + Free Doorbell Camera

Keep watch outside your home. Available with upgrade to ADT Video Lite - $299 value.

+ Free Visa® Reward Card

It pays to be safe. Receive a $100 reward card courtesy of Protect Your Home.

CALL NOW!

513.760.6444

O R S AV E T I M E A N D S C H E D U L E O N L I N E https://search.protectyourhome.com/GT

$100VISA®RewardDebitCard:$100Visa®rewarddebitcardrequiresserviceactivation.Youwillreceiveaclaimvoucherviaemailwithin24hoursandthevouchermustbereturnedwithin60days.Your$100Visa®rewarddebitcardwillarriveinapproximately6-8weeks. Cardisissued

by MetaBank®, N.A., Member FDIC, pursuant to a license fromVisa U.S.A. Inc. No cash access or recurring payments. Can be used everywhereVisa debit cards are accepted. Card valid for up to 6 months; unused funds will forfeit after the valid thru date. Card terms and conditions apply.

EQUIPMENT: Equipment shown may require additional fees.Touchscreen shown only available with upgrade to premium packages. ADT 6-MONTH MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: Money Back guarantee only applies after ADT has made attempts to resolve a system related issue and has notbeenabletoresolvethatissuewithinthefirstsixmonthsofyourcontract.Equipmentmustbefullyremovedbeforearefundwillbeprocessed.Conditionspreventingnormalsystemoperationcannotbecausedbythecustomer.ADTTHEFTPROTECTIONGUARANTEE:TheCustomer presentingADTwiththisORIGINALCERTIFICATEwillbeeligibletoreceiveareimbursementofuptofivehundreddollars($500)ofCustomer’s homeowner’s insurancedeductible(ifany)if,andonlyif,ALLofthefollowingrequirementsaremettoADT’s reasonablesatisfaction:(i)theproperty losswastheresultofaburglarythattookplacewhilethesecuritysysteminstalledatCustomer’s protectedpremiseswasingoodworkingorderandwas“on,” andwhileallofCustomer’s doorsandwindowswerelocked;and(ii)theintruderenteredtheresidencethroughadoor,windowor otherareaequippedwithanADTdetectiondevice,andsuchdetectiondevicewasnot“bypassed”;and(iii)CustomerisnotinanywayindefaultundertheADTResidentialSystemsCustomer’s Order;and(iv)Customerfilesawrittenclaimwiththeirhomeowner’s insurancecompany,and such claim is not rejected or otherwise contested by the insurer; and (v) Customer reports the burglary loss to the appropriate police department and obtains a written police report; and (vi) Customer provides ADT with copies of the insurance claim report, the police report within sixty (60) days of the property loss and proof of settlement by insurance carrier; and (vii) Customer certifies in writing to ADT (by signing this ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE and presenting it to ADT within sixty [60] days of the property loss) that all of the foregoing requirements have been satisfied.

Customer understands that presentation of this ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE signed by Customer is required and understands that ADT reserves the right to reject any application for reimbursement that does not comply with ALL of the requirements. Photocopies or other reproductions of this CertificatewillNOTbeaccepted.Bysigningbelow,CustomercertifiestoADTthatalloftheforegoingrequirementshavebeensatisfied.Pleasemailto:ADTSecurityServices,AccountManagementSupportCenter,Attn:TheftProtectionGuaranteeClaims,14200E.ExpositionAvenue,Aurora, CO80012.BASICSYSTEM:$99Installation.36-MonthMonitoringAgreementrequiredat$27.99permonth($1,007.64).24-MonthMonitoringAgreementrequiredat$27.99permonth($671.76)forCalifornia.Offerappliestohomeownersonly.Basicsystemrequireslandlinephone.Offer validfornewADTAuthorizedPremierProvidercustomersonlyandnotonpurchasesfromADTLLC.Cannotbecombinedwithanyotheroffer.The$27.99OfferdoesnotincludeQualityServicePlan(QSP),ADT’s ExtendedLimitedWarranty.VIDEOLITE:ADTVideoLiteisanadditional$299.00 CustomerInstallationCharge.36-MonthMonitoringAgreementrequiredat$59.99permonth($2,159.64).24-MonthMonitoringAgreementrequiredat$59.99permonth($1,439.76)forCalifornia,includingQualityServicePlan(QSP)Formofpaymentmustbebycreditcardorelectronic chargetoyourcheckingorsavingsaccount.Earlyterminationfeesapply.Offerappliestohomeownersonly.Localpermitfeesmayberequired.Satisfactorycredithistoryrequired.Certainrestrictionsmayapply.OffervalidfornewADTAuthorizedDealercustomersonlyandnotonpurchases from ADT LLC. Other rate plans available. Cannot be combined with any other offer. ADT COMMAND: ADT Command Interactive Solution Services (“ADT Command”), which help you manage your home environment and family lifestyle, requires the purchase and/or activation of an ADT alarm system with monitored burglary service and a compatible computer, cell phone or PDA with Internet and email access.These ADT Command Interactive Solutions Services do not cover the operation or maintenance of any household equipment/systems that are connected to the ADTCommandInteractiveSolutionsServices/Equipment.AllADTCommandInteractiveSolutionsServicesarenotavailablewiththevariouslevelsofADTCommandInteractiveSolutionsServices.AllADTCommandInteractiveSolutionsServicesmaynotbeavailableinallgeographicareas.

Standardmessageanddataratesmayapplytotextalerts.YoumayberequiredtopayadditionalchargestopurchaseequipmentrequiredtoutilizetheADTPulseInteractiveSolutionsServicesfeaturesyoudesire.Two-wayencryptiononlyavailablewithcompatibleSIXdevices.GENERAL: Foralloffers,theformofpaymentmustbebycreditcardorelectronicchargetoyourcheckingorsavingsaccount,satisfactorycredithistoryisrequiredandterminationfeeapplies.Certainpackagesrequireapprovedlandlinephone.Localpermitfeesmayberequired.Certainrestrictions mayapply.Additionalmonitoringfeesrequiredforsomeservices.Forexample,Burglary,Fire,CarbonMonoxideandEmergencyAlertmonitoringrequirespurchaseand/oractivationofanADTsecuritysystemwithmonitoredBurglary,Fire,CarbonMonoxideandEmergencyAlertdevices and are an additional charge. Additional equipment may be purchased for an additional charge. Additional charges may apply in areas that require guard response service for municipal alarm verification. Prices subject to change. Prices may vary by market. Some insurance companies offerdiscountsonHomeowner’s Insurance.Pleaseconsultyourinsurancecompany.Photosareforillustrativepurposesonlyandmaynotreflecttheexactproduct/serviceactuallyprovided.LICENSES:AL-21-001104,AR-CMPY.0001725,AZ-ROC217517,CA-ACO6320,CT-ELC.0193944-L5, DC-EMS902653, DC-602516000016, DE-07-212, FL-EC13003427, GA-LVA205395, IA-AS-0206, ID-ELE-SJ-39131, IL-127.001042, IN-C.P.D. Reg. No. – 19-08088, City of Indianapolis: LAC-000156, KY-City of Louisville: 483, LA-F1914, LA-F1915, LA-F1082, MA-1355C, MD-107-1626, MELM50017382,MI-3601205773,MN-TS01807,MO-CityofSt.Louis:CC#354,St.LouisCounty:100194,MS-15007958,MT-PSP-ELS-LIC-247,NC-25310-SP-FA/LV,NC-1622-CSA,NE-14451,NJBurglarAlarmLic.#-NJ-34BF00021800,NM-353366,NV-0068518,CityofLasVegas:3000008296, NY-Licensed by the N.Y.S. Department of State UID#12000317691, NYS #12000286451, OH-53891446, City of Cincinnati: AC86, OK-AC1048, OR-170997, Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration Number: PA022999, RI-3582, RI-7508, SC-BAC5630, SD- 1025-7001-ET, TN-1520,TX-B13734,ACR-3492,UT-6422596-6501,VA-115120,VT-ES-2382(7C),WA-602588694/ECPROTEYH934RS,WI-CityofMilwaukee:PAS-0002966,WV-WV042433,WY-LV-G-214993750PriorityWaySouthDr.Indianapolis,IN46240©2020DEFENDERS,Inc.dbaProtectYourHome CE-GCI0510712-02

DF-GT-OH-CI-D2799

It’s the latest breakthrough for nitric oxide – the molecule that makes E.D. woes fade and restores virility when it counts the most.

Nitric oxide won the Nobel Prize in 1998.

It’s why “the little blue pill” works. More than A new discovery that increases nitric oxide availability was 200,000 studies confirm recently proven in a clinical trial to boost blood flow 275% it’s the key to superior sexual performance.

In a Journal of Applied sexual performance.

And this new discovery Primal Max Red contains Physiology study, one increases nitric oxide a bigger, 9,000 mg per resulted in a 30 times availability resulting in serving dose. It’s become MORE nitric oxide. And even quicker, stronger so popular, he’s having these increased levels and longer-lasting trouble keeping it in lasted up to 12 hours. performance. stock.

“I measured my nitric One double-blind, Dr. Sears is the author oxide levels, you can buy placebo-controlled study of more than 500 scientific a test kit from Amazon,” (the “gold-standard” papers. Thousands of reports 48-year-old Jeff O. of research) involved a people listened to him “Monday night I showed group of 70-year-old-men. speak at the recent Palm depleted.”

They didn’t exercise. Beach Health & Wellness Then he used They didn’t eat healthy. Festival featuring Dr. ingredients in Primal Max And researchers reported Oz. NFL Hall of Fame Red and, “The results their “nitric oxide quarterback Joe Namath were off the charts. I first availability was almost recently visited his clinic, woke around 3 a.m. on totally compromised,” the Sears Institute for Tuesday very excited. resulting in blood flow Anti-Aging Medicine.

My nitric oxide levels less than HALF of a man Primal Max Red has measured at the top end in peak sexual health. only been available for of the range.”

But only five minutes a few months — but FREE BONUS after the first dose their everyone who takes it TESTOSTERONE reports a big difference. blood flow increased BOOSTER 275%, back to levels “I have the energy to have sex three times in of a perfectly healthy Every order also gets 31-year-old man! “It’s one day, WOW! That has Dr. Sears testosterone amazing,” remarks not happened in years. boosting formula Primal nitric oxide expert Dr. Al Oh, by the way I am 62,” Max Black for free.

Sears. “That’s like giving says Jonathan K. from “If you want passionate 70-year-old men the Birmingham, AL. ‘rip your clothes off’ sex sexual power of 30-yearHOW IT WORKS you had in your younger olds.”

Loss of erection power days, you need nitric WHY SO MUCH starts with your blood oxide to get your erection EXCITEMENT? vessels. Specifically, the going. And testosterone Despite the billions men inside layer called the for energy and drive,” spend annually on older endothelium where nitric says Dr. Sears. “You get both with Primal Max Red nitric oxide therapies, oxide is made. there’s one well-known The problem is various and Primal Max Black.” problem with them. factors THICKEN your HOW TO GET They don’t always blood vessels as you age.

PRIMAL MAX This blocks availability work.

To secure free bottles causing the nitric oxide A very distinguished of Primal Max Black “glitch.” The result is and awarded doctor and get the hot, new difficulty in getting and practicing at a prestigious Primal Max Red formula, sustaining a healthy Massachusetts hospital buyers should contact the erection. who has studied Nitric Sears Health Hotline at How bad is the Oxide for over 43 years 1-800-591-5086 within the states a “deficiency of problem? next 48 hours. “It’s not bioactive nitric oxide…

Researcher shows the available in drug stores leads to impaired typical 40-year-old man yet,” says Dr. Sears. “The endothelium-dependent absorbs 50% less nitric Hotline allows us to ship vasorelaxation.” oxide. At 50, that drops to directly to the customer.”

In plain English, these 25%. And once you pass Dr. Sears feels so older products may 60 just a measly 15% gets strongly about Primal increase levels of nitric through.

Max, all orders are backed oxide. But that’s only To make matters worse, by a 100% money-back half the battle. If it’s not nitric oxide levels start guarantee. “Just send me bioactively available then declining in your 30’s. back the bottle and any your body can’t absorb it And by 70, nitric oxide unused product within 90 to produce an erection. production is down an days from purchase date, Experts simply call it alarming 75%. and I’ll send you all your the nitric oxide “glitch.”

Primal Max Red is the money back,” he says.

And until now, there’s first formula to tackle both The Hotline will be never been a solution. problems.

Combining open for the next 48 NEXT GENERATION powerful nitric oxide hours. After that, the boosters and a proven NITRIC OXIDE phone number will be delivery mechanism that FORMULA FLYING shut down to allow defeats the nitric oxide OFF SHELVES them to restock. Call “glitch” resulting in Upon further research, 1-800-591-5086 to secure 275% better blood flow.

America’s No. 1 men’s your limited supply of There’s not enough space health expert Dr. Al Primal Max Red and here to fully explain how Sears discovered certain it works, so Dr. Sears free bottles of Primal nutrients fix this “glitch” will send anyone who Max Black. You don’t resulting in 275% better orders Primal Max Red need a prescription, and blood flow. a free special report that those who call in the first 24 hours qualify for He’s combined those explains everything. a significant discount. nutrients with proven MORE CLINICAL Use Promo Code nitric oxide boosters in RESULTS NP1020PMAX252 when a new formula called Nutrients in Primal you call in. Lines are Primal Max Red. In clinical trials, 5,000 mg Max Red have logged frequently busy, but all calls will be answered. is required for satisfying impressive results.

THESE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE. RESULTS MAY VARY

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

Artist John Ruthven dead at 95

The quiet life in Georgetown

John Ruthven gained international acclaim as a wildlife artist. PROVIDED

dedicated to raising awareness and funds for conservation. The group partners with conservation and nature education organizations to hold exhibitions and raise money through sales and auction events. The group has raised over $1.3 million in gross receipts.

“The highest compliment that I can pay to John Ruthven is to call him the 20th century Audubon, a premier painter of wildlife that imbues his subjects with life and exquisite detail,” said Elizabeth Pierce, the Cincinnati Museum Center’s president and CEO, when the center announced in 2018 that it would publish Ruthven’s memoirs in 2019.

Ruthven has a long history with the center. He regularly visited the museum in the 1930s, then located in the Ohio Mechanics Institute on Central Parkway. At 10, he reportedly took his fi rst specimen to the museum, a hummingbird he found dead. It was the fi rst of hundreds of specimens from around the world he presented to the museum.

In 1972, he earned the distinction of being named the fi rst Artist of the Year

by Ducks Unlimited. Ruthven contributed paintings for prints that have raised nearly $2 million for the Memphis, Tennessee-based organization that works to protect and preserve wetlands in North America.

His painting of a cardinal for Ohio’s most popular license plate raised more than $5 million for the Ohio Division of Wildlife.

A childhood spent in nature Ruthven’s love of the great outdoors dated back to his childhood in Walnut Hills where, in those days, hunting and fi shing in the city were not unusual.

In an Enquirer article from 2014, Ruthven talked about riding a streetcar when he was about 10 years old with his shotgun to hunt rabbits. He would ride back home with a handful of rabbits.

During his childhood, he often slipped away to the banks of the Ohio River.

There he would sit on the shore sketching and dreaming about the birds Audubon painted more than a century before.

Art career followed WWII The artist turned 18 in November of 1942 while a senior at Withrow High School. He was drafted that December to serve in World War II. He returned home in 1946 and entered the Art Academy of Cincinnati.

Ruthven’s drawing of the boy featured on the fi rst cans of Play-Doh kicked off his commercial art career.

Ruthven spent more than half his life living on his 165-acre farmhouse, built in 1836, in Georgetown, Ohio. He and his second wife, Judy, purchased the property in 1964 for $19,000. The property includes his home and studio plus plenty of trees, ponds and a running creek.

In Judy’s memory, Ruthven founded the Judy & John Ruthven Foundation, Inc. The foundation’s mission is to preserve history for future generations.

Ruthven’s wildlife paintings are on display in many museums including the Smithsonian; the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Museum in Wisconsin; the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History in Jamestown, New York; and the Cincinnati Art Museum.

Original works have been unveiled around the world including in the White House, the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, the Neil Armstrong Space Museum and the Ohio State Capitol Rotunda.

Ruthven was involved with the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden for more than 50 years and helped save the original pavilion by raising funds, according to Thane Maynard, the Cincinnati Zoo director.

“Through the sale of prints of the male passenger pigeon that hangs in the center shelves in our administration boardroom, John raised all the funds necessary to create the Zoo’s Passenger Pigeon Memorial as a tribute to Martha. The Cincinnati Zoo is honored to have the original of his 2014 painting “Martha, the last passenger pigeon,” hanging in our board room. That is the big painting that was copied to make the beautiful mural on Vine Street near the library. John Ruthven was the best fl y fi sherman and bird hunter I ever knew.

I n d e p e n d e n t & As s i s t e d L i v i n g

Don’t bother looking any further, just come here to live!

We asked Aleta what she would tell people who are looking at senior living. As you can tell, she’s a huge Ashford fan. She raves about the excellent care, wonderful food, and outstanding staff.

Plus, she finds the price an exceptional value.

See for yourself why Aleta loves The Ashford so much!

Aleta McFarland, Ashford Resident

+ 24/7 licensed nurse

+ Personalized care plans

+ Significantly lower costs than others in the area

BOOK YOUR FREE VIRTUAL TOUR TODAY!

513-586-4797 CE-GCI0501084-04

9A

His wildlife art career took off in 1960 after his Redhead Ducks painting won the Federal Duck Stamp competition.

Federal Duck Stamps are conservation revenue stamps; 98 percent of the purchase price goes directly to help acquire and protect wetland habitat and purchase conservation easements for the National Wildlife Refuge system. More than 1.7 million copies of Ruthven’s $3 stamp were sold.

Staff report

John A. Ruthven, internationally celebrated master wildlife artist, naturalist, author, and lecturer, died Oct. 11. He was 95.

Often called the “20th Century Audubon,” Ruthven used many of the same techniques as the famed John James Audubon, the American ornithologist, artist and naturalist of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Ruthven never doubted he would be an artist. “I continually took my sketch pad with me wherever I went” as a young boy, he said in an entry on his website.

Cincinnatians may be most familiar with Ruthven’s three-story “Martha, the Last Passenger Pigeon” mural at the corner of Seventh and Vine streets.

The original painting was created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Martha’s death, and the extinction of the species. ArtWorks headed the project and Ruthven climbed the scaff olding with student artists to create the tribute.

The painting was a focal point during 2017’s Blink visual arts display.

Numerous honors were bestowed upon Ruthven during his lifetime. Most notable was the 2004 National Medal of Arts he received from President George W. Bush. According to the citation, Ruthven was honored “for his impeccably accurate and unfailingly beautiful wildlife art, and in recognition of his contributions as an artist and naturalist to conserving our natural treasures.”

While internationally celebrated as an artist, Ruthven was locally known for his generosity. Proceeds from the sale of artworks by the artist have benefi ted many groups and organizations, including the Mariemont Schools Foundation.

“John Ruthven and his late wife Judy, were treasures to all of us. It’s with a heavy heart we announce his passing, and the era of artistic vision and Grant history that now comes to a close,” states a post on the Facebook page for the U.S. Grant Boyhood Home & Schoolhouse Historic Sites in Georgetown, where Ruthven had lived for years.

The Ruthvens dedicated years of research to the study of Ulysses S. Grant and the preservation of Georgetown.

He was a member of Masterworks for Nature, a group of Cincinnati area artists

|

+ Located in the heart of Mt. Washington

10A

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

‘Landmarks of Cincinnati’ coming to Mariemont in November

Findlay Market by Deborah Ridgley. PROVIDED

Jeanne Houck Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

A November art exhibit in Mariemont will off er a whole new take on historic and popular Cincinnati-area places such as Fountain Square and the Findlay Market.

“Landmarks of Cincinnati,” a free exhibit of oil paintings done outdoors by Kenwood resident Deborah Ridgley, will run from Friday, Nov. 13, to Wednesday, Nov. 18, at The Barn, also known as The Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center.

The opening reception will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 13 at The Barn, 6980 Cambridge Ave. Otherwise, hours will be 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. weekends.

Ridgley said in a press release from The Barn that the Cincinnati area is full of popular landmarks, and that she wanted to immortalize some of them.

“Living in the area for over six dec-

ades, I am continually surprised by the numerous extraordinary landmarks, museums, parks, picturesque and charming areas of our beautiful and historic river town, the Queen City,” Ridgley said.

Ridgley said her biggest challenge painting the landmarks was having to do the work on site outdoors.

“You are only good for two hours. The light changes too much,” Ridgley said.

“I have to get in and out, make a few oil sketches and complete the painting in the studio. If you painted all day in the same spot you would be chasing the light.”

In 2019, The Barn hosted an exhibit

by Ridgley called “Portrait of Cincinnati,” a collection of more than 60 oil paintings of people in the Cincinnati area. That exhibit provided inspiration for her Landmarks of Cincinnati exhibit, Ridgley said.

Ridgley said that when she asked the people she was painting for Portrait of

"The Lady of the City" by Deborah Ridgley. PROVIDED

Cincinnati what they most enjoy about the area, many of them cited the landmarks.

Meanwhile, organizers of the Landmarks of Cincinnati exhibit will register people at the door to The Barn, so they have the information for contact tracing

in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak.

Also due to the pandemic, The Barn will limit guests to 10 at a time and require face masks. Before visiting The Barn, people are encouraged to check its website for any changes necessitated by the new coronavirus.

DISCOVER THE EMPIRE TODAY DIFFERENCE ®

We Make Getting Beautiful New Floors Easy.

SHOP-AT-HOME CONVENIENCE

QUALITY PRODUCTS

See hundreds of samples in your home.

Empire® brings the store to you.

Top-quality, name-brand carpet and flooring options in the latest styles and colors that are durable and long lasting.

PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION, EVEN NEXT DAY** Don't wait weeks for your new floors. You can get a custom installation as soon as tomorrow.

1

ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICE ESTIMATE† Know what your project will cost, up front with no hidden fees.

OUR BEST SALE!

PRICE

*

2 SALE Select styles.

Half price carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, & basic installation...

That’s half price* for your entire purchase!

Schedule a FREE In-Home Estimate!

Call 877-325-6927 or visit EmpireToday.com/newspaper.

*Discount is applied to the regular price of select styles of Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl, and Laminate, basic installation, standard padding, and materials. Excludes upgrades, stairs, take-up of permanently affixed flooring, non-standard furniture moving, other miscellaneous charges, and prior purchases. Product may not be sold separately from installation. Residential installations only. Not available in all areas.

Valid through 11/01/2020. Subject to change. Details at EmpireToday.com. **On in-stock carpet and flooring styles only in select areas. Excludes floor prep. † A variety of unforeseen conditions, such as subfloor prep/leveling/repair, that may not be identifiable when establishing price estimate, may require additional cost. © 2020 Empire Today, LLC Sales (except CA) and installation are provided by independent contractors. Licensure at EmpireToday.com. CSLB 1047108

CE-GCI0494979-04

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

11A

Solve Your

Scary Bath Problems!

BEFORE

IMPROVEIT! EXCLUSIVES No Liners to Cover Mold and Mildew Low-Maintenance Finishes Waterproof, Grout-Free Installation Lifetime Warranty A BONUS TREAT FOR YOU!

$1,500 OFF

Your Project!

AFTER

*

No Payments Until

SUMMER 2021!

*

*Limited Time Only. *$1,500 Offf a New Bath Project. Minimum purchase required. Purchase must be made during initial visit and require installation. Not valid on previous purchases. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Financing offer is subject to qualifying credit approval. Improveit Home Remodeling is neither a broker or a lender. Financing is provided by third party lenders unaffiliated with Improveit Home Remodeling. See financing documents and disclosures for details. Some conditions may apply. See financing documents and disclosures for details. Visit improveitusa.com for additional information and conditions. Offer expires 10/31/2020.

CALL TODAY! 513-285-6518 improveitusa.com CE-GCI0509862-02

12A

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

Rita’s creamy Zuppa Toscana soup is a delicious taste of Italy Rita’s Zuppa Toscana Hot Italian sausage has hot red pepper and fennel. Fennel is a licorice flavored herb that gives Italian sausage its distinctive flavor.

Use sweet Italian sausage and add red pepper flakes if you want.

Or regular sausage with a little fennel added, along with red pepper.

Use recipe as a guide. It’s one that’s hard to measure exactly. Go to taste, OK? Ingredients 1 pound hot Italian sausage 8 oz. bacon, diced (I used thick bacon) 1 large onion, diced (a good 2 cups) 1 heaping tablespoon garlic, minced (3 nice cloves) 1 bay leaf (optional but good) 7-8 cups low sodium chicken broth A good 2 pounds potatoes, 5 cups or so after peeling and dicing

Rita’s Zuppa Toscana soup features kale grown in her garden.

As much kale as you like (I used several handfuls chopped)

PHOTOS BY RITA HEIKENFELD/FOR ENQUIRER

Whipping cream or half & half - 3⁄ 4 to 1 cup Salt and pepper to taste Parmesan cheese for garnish Instructions

Rita’s Kitchen

Cook sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a potato masher, until done. Remove.

Rita Heikenfeld Guest columnist

A few weeks ago, my red/purple kale in the garden got buggy – holes in leaves from cabbage butterfl y caterpillars. I cut it way back and gave trimmings to the “girls”/chickens.

That trim gave the kale a boost. It started sprouting new leaves pretty quick. Enough for an updated version of one of my family’s favorite soups using this nutritious green: like the muchloved Zuppa Toscana soup from Olive Garden.

Now you can use any kind of kale in this recipe.

If you don’t have kale, turnip greens work well, too. To me, they’re a bit stronger, so keep that in mind.

For potatoes, red and Yukon Gold hold their shape pretty well. Idaho will be starchier and tend to break up which

In same pot, cook bacon, remove, but leave drippings.

Cook onion, garlic and bay in the drippings until onions are fairly soft. Put onion in fi rst, then the garlic and bay. That way the garlic won’t burn.

Add broth and potatoes. Bring to boil, lower to gentle boil and cook until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

Red/purple kale cooks up green.

Add sausage and bacon back along with kale. Cook a few minutes to wilt kale and bring flavors together.

makes them thicken the soup a bit more.

Update Mississippi roast Readers had some questions. Here are answers: I don’t remove fat from the chuck roast. You can if you want. Leave it whole if it fi ts in the crockpot. Or cut up if necessary.

Peppers are usually put in whole, not seeded, and after they cook, can be cut up, or removed depending upon taste.

They can be sliced or chopped and seeded before cooking if you want.

Stir in cream and heat through.

Adjust seasonings. Remove bay.

Sprinkle with cheese.

Secret ingredient to thicken soups: Dry mashed potato flakes! Really. This works with what I call “creamy” soups, like this. After soup is done, add some potato flakes. Not too much.

Stir and see soup thicken up. Add more if necessary.

Tips: No whipping cream? Use half & half or evaporated milk.

t i d r a u G r o Gat day!

To

Concrete Coating

Pool Deck

Patio

Garage Basement Driveway A GatorGuard Exclusive!

WE MOVE WE STORE WE FLOOR

Porch

The LIFETIME warranted GATORGUARD system is a layered seamless surface that creates a FOREVER-BOND. The result is a beautiful surface that has the strength to repel almost anything while looking NEW for many years to come.

% 0 2

off your FIRST coated area

Plus

% 0 3

off all ADDITIONAL coated areas

New customers only. Buy one surface, get additional surfaces of equal or lesser value 30% off. See estimator for details. Cannot combine with any other offer. Expires 10/31/2020.

Call today for a FREE Estimate... 513-572-6126

CE-GCI0493181-05

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

Garage Doors of

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

CINCINNATI

Proudly Provides

Wall Mount Garage Door Openers >

FEATURES & BENEFITS Cleaner Look

Eliminating the rail & opener from the ceiling brings a clean and open look to your garage.

>

Additional Storage Space

>

Compact

Use the freed-up space above the garage door for storage Ideal for garages with obstructions which prevent the installation of a traditional opener.

GOOD BETTER

Genie Wall Mount Opener Model 6070H

Genie Wall Mount Opener Model 6070HB

BEST

Genie Wall Mount Opener Model 6170HB

690 615 665 INSTALLED INSTALLED INSTALLED $

Includes (1) remote control, wireless wall console, automated door lock, LED light fixture & keypad

$

Includes (1) remote control, wireless wall console, automated door lock, LED light fixture, keypad & Emergency Battery Back Up

$

COMPATIBLE WITH AMAZON ALEXA, GOOGLE HOME, YONOMI & CONTROL4 Includes (1) remote control, wireless wall console, automated door lock, LED light fixture, keypad, Emergency Battery Back Up & Integrated Aladdin Connect

PLAYS WITH

CALL NOW!

513-394-6008 • 859-488-6150 The Tri-State’s Trusted Choice for Hometown Service CE-GCI0497316-03

www.GDCincy.com

13A

14A

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

$1000 OFF

Walk in Tubs & Roll in Showers when you use promo code PAPER20TUB

Cannot be combined with any other offer. Restrictions may apply.

Must present code at time of purchase.

Walk in Tubs • Barrier Free Showers • Stairlifts • Ramps • Vehicle Lifts • Home Elevators • and MORE

Stay in the Home You Love

Helping customers regain their independence for over 30 years

$200 OFF

Cloud Maxicomfort Lift Chair when you use promo code PAPER20CLOUD

Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Restrictions may apply. Must present code at time of purchase.

FREE Heat & Massage on select models

Exclusive

MED PLUS HOMECARE BED

$300 OFF Stairlifts

when you use promo code PAPER20STAR

Cannot be combined with any other offer. Restrictions may apply.

Must present code at time of purchase.

Call today to schedule your FREE consultation Solutions for any type of staircase Best Price Guarantee

MADE IN AMERICA

$200 OFF MSRP when you use promo code: PAPER20PLUS

Rental and PreOwned Financing Available

513.322.5604

CE-GCI0497283-05

Cincinnati’s Medical Equipment and Home Modification Authority

Community Press Northeast

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

1B

###

SPORTS

Indian Hill quarterback Ty Thornton runs the ball in the game between Indian Hill and Mariemont high schools on Sept. 11.

Indian Hill running back Antwan Peek Jr. [26] runs the ball in the game between Indian Hill and Mariemont. PHOTOS BY JIM OWENS FOR THE ENQUIRER

NFL sons help Indian Hill football go unbeaten Scott Springer Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Editor’s note: Information included refl ects this article’s original publication date – Oct. 15. Visit Cincinnati.com for possible updates.

INDIAN HILL - Indian Hill and Wyoming high schools will share the Cincinnati Hills League football title for 2020.

What else would you expect in a year full of more twists and turns than an amusement park rollercoaster?

The two schools have dominated the league title since 2012 when Madeira was the last school other than Indian Hill or Wyoming to take the crown. Indian Hill last won in 2015 when they last entered the Ohio High School Athletic Association playoff s unbeaten.

Likewise, unbeaten Wyoming has won or shared fi ve straight CHL titles and seven of the last eight.

Because of the unique coronavirus pandemic six-game schedule, the

Braves and Cowboys did not play this season forcing a split-champion for the fi rst time since 2004 when both schools last shared it. Indian Hill has been dominant on both sides of the ball allowing just 33 points in six games with two shutouts while scoring more than 50 points in every game but one, the 42-0 victory over Deer Park in the opener.

Indian Hill has achieved an OHSAA running-clock rule (if there’s a 30-point advantage in the second half) in every game by halftime, except for the 51-14 win over Madeira where they gained it in the fourth quarter.

“Obviously, it’s been an odd year, an odd season,” Indian Hill coach Tony Arcuri said. “Now that we’re in playoff s, nothing is diff erent. The approach is the same. We’re glad to be here. We’re thankful for every day that we get.”

A couple of the reasons for Indian Hill’s explosivity comes from NFL bloodlines. The 6-foot-4 quarterback for the Braves is junior Ty Thornton. He

was a backup quarterback and a defensive back as a freshman, then sat out 2019 to concentrate on basketball, where he averaged 13.3 points per game.

With perhaps some infl uence from his father, former Cincinnati Bengal and 10-year NFL vet John Thornton, Ty is back playing football and turning heads.

His brother, Jalen Thornton, also starred for Indian Hill and recently recorded his fi rst tackle for the West Virginia Mountaineers, their father’s alma mater.

“I believe we can go to state,” Thornton said of the 2020 Braves. “We’ve just got to work hard every day.”

Ty Thornton is second in the league in passing yards with 877 and fi rst in passing touchdowns with 12. Most impressively, he has not thrown an interception all season.

“Beyond just being a great athlete, he understands football,” Arcuri said of Thornton. “One of the many things I like about him is there are no highs and lows

with Ty. He is pretty much even keel, no matter if the situation is great or not so great.”

Cincinnati Bearcat fans may recall Antwan Peek, who starred in football and played some basketball at UC before moving on to a six-year NFL career with the Texans and Browns. Peek now is an Indian Hill assistant coaching his son, Antwan Peek Jr. “I’m proud of him,” the elder Peek said. “He’s always been coachable. He listens. He does what he’s supposed to do and he takes care of business in school. It’s a blessing to be able to be out here and be with him.”

Peek Jr. is similar in his size to what his father was at Woodward High School (180 pounds) but could bloom in size as his father did (NFL playing weight of 235). He’s rushed for 399 yards and six scores but may have a future on the other side of the ball. Like many Braves, See FOOTBALL, Page 2B

Five storylines from early OHSAA tournaments

The teams of Raina Chada and Annie Kruse and Risha Chada and Harshita Uppuganti made the cut to districts.

Chada and Kruse were third-place fi nishers in last year’s state tournament.

Greater Cincinnati schools don’t just stop at Mason in tennis contention.

Princeton, Walnut Hills, Springboro, St. Ursula, Wilmington, Ursuline Academy, Sycamore and Oak Hills have tennis athletes who were recently still alive as well.

St. Ursula has three players in singles, including Elizabeth Pendergast who advanced to last year’s state tournament, and Ursuline Academy had both of its doubles squads make the districts.

The doubles combo of Nina Dhaliwal and Bridget Estes advanced to the quarterfi nals in last year’s state meet.

Springboro, who had last season’s state champ in singles, has a singles and a doubles competitor. Claire Burns of Wilmington advanced through to districts after winning the Centerville sectional.

GGCL has best of the rest in DI tennis

See STORYLINES, Page 2B

Alex Harrison Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Editor’s note: Information included refl ects this article’s original publication date – Oct. 12. Visit Cincinnati.com for possible updates.

What may have seemed impossible just a few months ago came to be in Ohio: fall sports tournaments began.

Golf and girls tennis got underway and are making their ways to the state tournament.

Here are some storylines from the early tournament rounds.

Mason tennis leads Cincinnati’s pack Coach Mike Reid’s team again found itself dominating the brackets. In the Division I singles bracket for districts, Mason has three players, Shyla Aggarwal, Anna Tonkal and Rashi Loni, represented.

Mason's Shyla Aggarwal competes during a tennis match at Mason High School tennis courts on Aug.20.

PHOTOS BY TONY TRIBBLE FOR THE ENQUIRER

The three Comets took the top three spots in the Mason sectional to advance to districts. Princeton’s Brooklyn Bowen took the fi nal spot from that sectional.

In the doubles side of the tournament, Mason scored two doubles team in districts, again by taking the top two spots of their sectional.

Indian Hill tennis player Bella Kirby competes in the State Tournament at the Linder Tennis Center in Mason on Oct. 18,2019.

2B

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

Storylines Continued from Page 1B

Division II, too Girls tennis has two divisions and it was in Division II that Greater Cincinnati had a tennis champion in a doubles team from Indian Hill.

For the 2020 districts, Indian Hill, Mariemont, Seven Hills, Wyoming, CHCA and Summit Country Day have competitors.

Sydney Evans from Wyoming, CHCA’s Lynn Kader and Indian Hill’s Jessica August and Bella Kirby are returners that made 2019’s state tournament.

Division II and III golf through district play Division II and II boys and girls golfers have already punched their tickets through to the state tournament. Some new faces made the cut and some high fi nishers in past years missed the opportunity to play for a state title again.

The Seven Hills boys fi nished in second in Division III by six strokes, claiming the fi nal team spot from the district.

Middletown Christian was just six strokes behind Seven Hills, but Evan Green of Middletown Christian shot a 78 to fi nish third overall and take the second individual qualifying spot for state.

Jacob Joff e of Seven Hills shot a 75, winning the district tournament.

In Division II, Fenwick stole the show by advancing both its boys and girls

Football Continued from Page 1B

he’s a two-way player.

“I don’t really know what I do best but I like defense more than off ense because I like to hit people,” Peek Jr. said.

Also plowing yards for Indian Hill is big back Charlie Sumerel, who is second in the CHL in rushing with 643 yards. Ty Thornton has big receiver targets in Luke Hammond and Mateo Lopez. Will Klekamp, Will Adair and Charlie DiGennaro are among the defensive leaders.

“Us seniors and juniors have been

Elizabeth Pendergast of St. Ursula GEOFF BLANKENSHIP FOR THE ENQUIRER The tee flies as Madeira's Brandon Conner sends off a tee shot on the second hole for the Mustangs at the Camargo Club, on Sept. 14.

Division I still up in the air

GEOFF BLANKENSHIP FOR THE ENQUIRER

team to the state tournament. The girls fi nished in second after shooting a 355 and were led by Jocelyn Wright’s 81. The boys took third place with a 320, just three strokes behind second-place Oakwood and six strokes behind champion Alter.

Madeira’s Brandon Conner shot a 75 and Roger Bacon’s Adam Trigg-Holdman shot a 76 to qualify as individuals for the state tournament.

with each other since middle school,” Adair said. “It’s just a really tight-knit group. I think we’re going to get it done.”

Indian Hill’s fi rst postseason game was Saturday night against Dayton Oakwood at Tomahawk Stadium. Visit Cincinnati.com for possible updates. A victory there would see them host the Germantown Valley View/Milton-Union winner this Saturday.

Should seeding hold, they could get the much-coveted match with Wyoming on Halloween Night, Oct. 31.

“Last year in the playoff s, we lost to Wyoming and we’re really tired of that,” Thornton said. “This year we have a huge chip on our shoulder to see how far

Division I golf districts don’t go off until the girls tee on Oct. 13 and the boys on Oct. 15.

On the boys' side, Moeller, St. Xavier and Lakota East were representatives at state in 2019 and Springboro’s Jordan Gilkison was the individual to watch, fi nishing in a tie for fi fth place.

Moeller fi nished fi fth in its sectional this season, missing the cut to advance to districts as a team.

The rest of last season’s state qualifi ers will have a chance to return with competition from Lebanon, Elder, Fairfi eld, La Salle, Mason, Loveland and

Sycamore plus other individual competitors.

For the girls, Lakota East and Mason were state qualifi ers and both will compete as teams in districts.

Mason won its sectional after shooting 305, beating St. Ursula by 22 strokes and Ursuline Academy, who won the other sectional, by 44 strokes.

In the Hamilton Elks sectional that Ursuline Academy won, Meiyi Wu from Walnut Hills and Lilly Middleton from Wilmington shot 79 and 80 respectively to take the not just the top two individual qualifi er spots, but top two spots overall in the sectional.

we can go.”

Added Peek Jr., “I would hope to play them. It would be a very good game. I like those competitive games instead of .. blowing everyone out.”

Right, Indian Hill linebacker Luke Hammond [1] brings down quarterback Andrew Glassmeyer [16] just in front of the warriors own goal line in the game between Indian Hill and Mariemont high schools.

JIM OWENS FOR THE ENQUIRER

Custom Shutters in time for Christmas

Hurry, order by October 25, 2020***

BUY 1 GET ONE

100’s of Samples to Choose From

0% FINANCING for 12 Months^

LouverWood™ Plantation Shutters

FREE in-home design FLEXIBLE payments^ PROFESSIONAL installation LIFETIME WARRANTY MILITARY/FIRST RESPONDER Discounts**

40% OFF

*

No Additional Charge for INSTALLATION

Classic Plantation Shutters

Roller and Solar Shades

#1 in product selection^^ #1 in customer service #1 in ease of purchase

WE BRING THE SHOWROOM TO YOU!

CALL NOW! (513) 493-1575 www.qualitylouver.com

OPEN 7 DAYS

7AM TO 8PM

© 2020 Louver Shop. *Prior purchases are excluded. May not be combined with other offers. Offer expires November 15, 2020. ^Subject to credit approval. Ask for details. Additional discounts available for active and retired military and first responders. **Call for info. NMLS #1416362. ^^Based on a national survey conducted November 2018. ***Consultation and orders must be completed by October 25, 2020. Excludes PerfectViewTM tilt bar option, custom and specialty shapes, custom and specialty paint, and stains.

CE-GCI0501039-05

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

35% OFF ALL SERVICES

Disinfect Sanitize Protect

Air Ducts » Carpets & Rugs Tile & Grout » Wood Floor Natural Stone » Upholstery Dryer Vents » Emergency Restoration: Fire » Smoke Water » Mold

CLEAN. HEALTHY. CALL TODAY FOR A CLEAN, HEALTHY HOME!

(513) 914-0999 Locally, Independently Owned & Operated

Minimum charge applies. Geographic restrictions may apply. Does not apply to service charge; cannot be combined with any other offer. Residential cleaning services only. Does not apply to emergency services. Offer Expires 10/31/20.

CE-GCI0509837-04

|

3B

4B

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

Things for your 2020 fall bucket list: Ohio edition pandemic and the fact that Dent is an indoor haunt, guest admission is limited 50% and masks are required.

5963 Harrison Ave., Green Township; 513-445-9767, frightsite.com.

Land of Illusion is another famous haunt, more like a haunted festival, with both indoor and outdoor trails and houses.

8762 Thomas Road, Middletown; 513-423-9960,landofi llusion.com.

Briana Rice Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Fall foliage. Pumpkin everything. Halloween haunts.

Autumn doesn’t bring just a change in weather, it brings a mood and activities reserved specifi cally for this time of year. Ohio has a little bit of it all: places for family fun, romantic getaways, delicious fall harvests.

Since a lot of the fall festivities are outdoors, many of them will not be aff ected by the pandemic. Still, some of the larger celebrations this year have been canceled due to COVID-19.

In 2020, you can’t dress up and attend the Ohio Renaissance Festival. Oxford’s Apple Butter Festival has been canceled. Sadly, the Ohio Sauerkraut Festival in Waynesville has been canceled as well.

But the pandemic hasn’t stopped it all. Here’s the Ohio fall bucket list:

Burger Farm and Garden Center Burger Farm is the place to go if you’re looking for pumpkins. In addition to picking your own pumpkin, Burger Farm has a Vine Climb, Jumping Pillow, Challenge Course, Mini Ziplines and Cow Train. There are hayrides, barnyard animal viewing and other live entertainment. The farm resembles more of a festival and has just about every fall activity imaginable. Due to the pandemic, Burger Farm has made some changes including mask requirements for staff and added social distancing measures.

Admission is $12 on Saturday and Sunday.

7849 Main St. (Ohio 32). Newtown; 513-561-8634, burgerfarms.com.

Spring Grove Cemetery If it is leaves you want to see, you should go to Spring Grove Cemetery.

Spring Grove is one of the largest nonprofi t cemeteries in the United States. The area has lakes, islands, footbridges, protected woodland areas and hundreds of trees and plants from around the world.

Foy’s Halloween Stores in Fairborn

A woman walks her dogs on the Loveland Bike Trail.

THE ENQUIRER/AMANDA ROSSMAN

It’s the perfect place to see some fall foliage and get a walk in.

Also fi tting with the season, Spring Grove has a reputation for being one of the most haunted places in Cincinnati. One of the monuments at Spring Grove is the bust of Cincinnati real estate magnate Charles Breuer, known because the eyes on the sculpture are made of glass. According to the Ohio Ghost Hunter Guide, the eyes of the bust are said to follow whoever walks past. Some even say that the eyes of the bust were made from Breuer’s own eyes. That is not true.

4521 Spring Grove Ave., Spring Grove Village; springgrove.org.

Dent Schoolhouse or Land of Illusion Haunted houses are another important part of fall.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine strongly recommended that haunted houses be canceled this year but that hasn’t stopped some local haunts from planning their season.

Dent Schoolhouse is one of Cincinnati’s most famous haunts, based on the premise that a janitor once murdered school children on the grounds. Due to the

Stop by Foy’s Halloween Stores to feel like you’ve stepped into Disney’s Halloweentown. There are six diff erent locations off ering everything from adult costumes to children’s costumes, haunted house gear, a haunted museum and a restaurant. The entire block has taken on the Halloween aesthetic, so this is a great place to walk, look around and get into the spooky spirit of the season.

18 E. Main St., Fairborn; 937-878-0671, foyshalloweenstore.com.

Loveland Bike Trail Pedal into fall on the Loveland Bike Trail. This trail travels through Loveland, Milford, Miami Township, Newtown and Lebanon and continues for more than 70 miles. Along the trail, best taken by bike, you can see hundreds of changing leaves and other natural signs that summer has come to an end. Along the way, there are plenty of places with picnic tables, restrooms, coff ee, ice cream shops, restaurants and other entertainment.

Loveland Bike Rental, 206 Railroad Ave., Loveland.

Haunted Cincy Tours This is the best time of year to visit something haunted. For $29, Haunted Cincy Tours will take you on a two-hour journey through some of Cincinnati’s most notoriously spooky places.

513-402-1301, hauntedcincytours.com.

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS Loveland

Blue Ash Parkview Dr: M/i Homes Of Cincinnati LLC to Mutasim Diya; $773,829 11025 Labelle Ave: Nie William D to Spraul Shannon &; $183,900 17 Fallen Branch: Savage J Richard & Janet to Knox Barbara A & Peter Wiedmann; $415,000 4610 Belleview Ave: Adams Leah R to Tomer Jean & Jonathan; $130,000 4839 Fairview Ave: Clatty Rebecca S @4 to Joos Steven & Leah; $165,000 9524 Linfield Dr: Ganapathysundaram Ramanan & Sharda Ganapathyvenkata to Anderson Michael & Jenna; $391,000

Columbia Township 7212 Mariemont Crescent: Nance Jonathan & Shelly M Rosser to Hymore Keith A & Diana L; $266,000

Deer Park 4270 Glenway Ave: Napier Rebecca to Billow Allysia R; $188,000

East End 223 Congress Ave: Lucal Kyle to Wronker Brandon Miller; $184,000

Fairfax 3727 Simpson Ave: Degaro Kimberly J to Degaro Charles; $180,000 3824 Lonsdale St: Mussio Donna S to Moje Stephan C & Ellen M; $153,000

Hyde Park 2324 Dana Ave: Rothschild Monique & Joshua R Herst to Gibson Jennifer A; $249,100 2918 Observatory Ave: Dankenbring Jane Louise & Neil Richard Ursic to Verdin Gabrielle Atkins; $245,000 3695 Saybrook Ave: Uprety Swaroop & Anshu Thapa to Snyder Christopher A; $285,000

Indian Hill 4850 Drake Rd: Sulfsted Alexander F to Brunner Gordon F Tr & Pamela A Warren Tr; $1,025,000

PUZZLE ANSWERS D O T T O R N A C O N S S H O M E U N A B A R G C U L O A T O N P O N E R S P A H A W A R E A R E I G P E N N S U T A πr S O X I D R E N E E D G I

E D I M E N πr A C E D A S T W O A I N T T E E G E S πr M A O U S U S E N I T A N T R G E S E S W S E R

S M O T A L Y T H E L I A E N L A T I S S A T S A O U T S P R U A T O R I N N A L P T E T E L O S L O B I T O U P M I S S A L I K T S A

S L O U C H E S C Y A N C O M F I E R

T P E N I R Y N S E S E P E V A M A N A S I G N I N L A E E N S Y S T T E A P S S πr O O I N P T O A P L O N A S S I P E L S R E E

U M πr O G U A N A N T E S E L S T S πr E B A E R O B S O B W T I O Y E E M A M A B R A V A G N E B O U N Y A G A B L E S E πr I V E I N O R N G A G

N A S A T E A T S L E W D E R R E E

11596 Rich Rd: Hickey Peggy to Pagel Wayne & Lana J; $133,000 118 Fallenoak Ct: Draeger Jerald R & Joyce M to Young Kip & Angela; $397,500 812 Kenmar Dr: Keeton Kevin & Carly to Mauric Matthew A & Ashley; $185,000

Madeira 6616 Madeira Hills Dr: Cianciolo Odelia Ann Tr to Roach Gregory W &; $482,000 7136 Summit Ave: Ringsstaff Brooke & Nicholas J Milazzo to Smith Eric & Sarah Thamann; $332,000 7852 Shawnee Run Rd: 22nd Century Companies LLC to Patricia Planck Seperate Property Trust; $234,900 8175 Camargo Rd: Jansen Real Estate LLC to Scott Real Estate LLC; $120,000

Madisonville 4815 Simpson Ave: Raineth Ii B Cincinnati LLC to Love Todd Allen; $30,000 4920 Stewart Ave: Wright Ellis B & Kathy D to Kirievich Krista Marie; $245,000 5514 Davies Pl: Cincy Living LLC to Byrne James & Tara R Immele; $193,000 5514 Davies Pl: Cincy Living LLC to Byrne James & Tara R Immele; $193,000 6209 Erie Ave: Rpdp LLC to Sfr3 Aic LLC; $89,000 6629 Bramble Ave: Ndm Properties LLC to Uhl Matthew & Chad; $330,000 6702 Merwin Ave: Hamilton Jared to Bennett Michael D & Austin V Perry; $255,000 6833 East Fork Rd: Dwpg LLC to Boulder Construction Inc; $22,000

Montgomery 7489 Trailwind Dr: Blase C Kevin & Mary Lyneman Blase to Masson Kathleen & Justin Lakeman; $481,000 7711 Stonehenge Dr: Welch Glenn P Tr & Delilah M Tr to Nimeskern Nicholas M & Andrea Z; $371,500

Mount Lookout 1136 Inglenook Pl: Ambrose Nicholas J & Bailey V Parkhouse to Hahm Trevor & Elizabeth; $370,000 1211 Delta Ave: Hall Keith B & Jessica L Hollman to Davis Nicholas; $353,000 28 Observatory Hill: Lawson Margaret A to Beckwith Lindsay & John W Hesser; $862,500 3300 Linwood Ave: Bresnahan Amy & Stephen to Huber David M & Ryan Huber; $379,500 3307 Nash Ave: Bruck Noreen G to Burchenal Samuel R; $400,000 4817 Beverly Hill Dr: Beck David C & Ronald P to Healy Camille; $810,000 919 Nancy Ln: Ramadoss Lavanya & Elliot M Campbell to Duncan Casey & Megan Wilson; $387,000

Norwood 1775 Williams Ave: Ehmke Peter G to Ochoa Kathleen; $181,000 1911 Sherman Ave: Jones John Tr to Magnetic Home Services LLC; $60,500 1968 Cleneay Ave: Martin Diana to Driesbach Madeline; $290,000 2148 Quatman Ave: Walters Cody to Hausterling Development Group LLC; $71,000 2150 Drex Ave: Griffin Jacob W to Smith Tara & Walter; $170,000 2218 Cathedral Ave: Adams Maegan N & Williamson Danielle R to Wells Logan & Courtney Chase; $239,000 2241 Park Ave: Belperio Pamela D to Tri State Innovative Property Solutions LLC; $140,000 2417 Morton Ave: Perrucci Christine A to Delois Carly Christine; $190,000

2436 Williams Ave: Kaanapali Renovations LLC to Dirksen Ole; $129,900 2436 Williams Ave: Rogers Carol A to Kaanapali Renovations LLC; $110,000 2602 Ida Ave: Melendez Vanessa to Lancaster Christopher A; $226,000 3919 Jefferson Ave: Student Villas LLC to Posner Shmuel & Chaya; $300,000 4923 Pine St: 4th Street Capital LLC to Goetz Haley E & Adolph A; $175,000

Oakley 2704 Minot Ave: Dan Ratcliff Rentals LLC to Hively Justin & Michele A; $220,000 2838 Minot Ave: Kaanapali Renovations LLC to Columbia Tusculum Real Estate LLC; $230,000 3042 Minot Ave: Stelzer Ryan A to Mcclain David & Tess; $265,000 3805 Mt Vernon Ave: Johnson Elizabeth L to Blum Andrew C; $355,000 3846 Kilbourne Ave: Parry Dwight to Vrishabhendra Leela H & Benak H; $275,000 3873 Isabella Ave: Higgins Amy L to Frey Michael; $354,900

Pleasant Ridge 3022 Mapleleaf Ave: Ehlers Lindsey to Falkin Lawrence W & Elizabeth Molinario; $207,500

Silverton 3815 Superior Ave: Mcgovern Michelle D to Clement Seth C; $187,500 3922 Fordham Pl: Craftman Properties LLC to Gtg Homes LLC; $139,900 6823 Elwynne Dr: Nolan Christopher R to Levri Mary C; $206,000 6857 Stoll Ln: Homemakers Financial Ltd to Ckc Properties LLC; $140,000

Sycamore Township 10842 Lakehurst Ct: Mallick Azfar to Roehm Peter F & Ashley A; $195,650 11608 Chancery Ln: Dorr John H & Susan A to Snyder Mark & Carol; $375,000 4008 Trebor Dr: Hackney Clifford W to Hackney Cynthia L; $60,000 4209 Woodlawn Ave: Olding Adam S & Megan K to Weickgenant-bitter Seth; $201,000 4565 Galbraith Rd: Racf LLC to Obrien Family Real Estate LLC; $1,260,000 8803 Morganraiders Ln: Epcke Karen & Bradford to Greenwood Clinton & Beverly; $597,000

Symmes Township 10007 Bentcreek Dr: Singh Kapil M & Sukhvinder Kaur to Sph Property Two LLC; $345,000 10270 Meadowknoll Dr: Suder Amy L to George Cyndy; $358,000 11592 Stablewatch Ct: Lee-robinson Ayse Md Tr to Patino Mario & Sandra Bernal; $720,000 11657 Rising Wind Ct: Knox Barbara A Tr to Smith Everrett A; $375,000 12086 Rich Rd: Spry Harold W to Cervantes Jose M; $272,000 8782 Redcloud Ct: Dahlstrom Philip & Shannon to Torres Andrea & Luis Romero; $373,000 9014 Link Rd: Miller Joyce A to Duncan David D Tr; $120,000 9645 Loveland Madeira Rd: Haas William & Rosalie to Hatfield Benjamin A; $212,520

Terrace Park 1 Stoney Creek Ln: Decamp Diane J to Mercurio Graham & Heather Robertson; $394,000

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

Meet Q102’s newest radio personality, Freddy Mac Post Malone, Jason Derulo, Sam Smith, Dua Lipa, the Weeknd.

Chris Varias Special to Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

“We’ll defi nitely have some time to open it up a little bit. I was told when interviewing, (Marshall) wasn’t looking for a DJ to just talk over songs and just talk about the music, per se. She was

Worship Directory

Freddy Mac of Q102. PROVIDED

Hometown: Bowie, Maryland.

Age: He’s not saying.

Real name: He’s not saying that, either.

Previous occupation: Mac worked at K92 (WXLK-FM) in Roanoke for eight years, during which time he went from college intern to morning-drive DJ. For the past fi ve years, he has hosted a show during just about every time shift, as well as serving the station in managerial roles. “I worked all over the building there,” he says.

“I thought of the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cincinnati Reds. I think sports a lot. I’d also heard all about Cincinnati chili. I’ve heard a lot about that. The name (of former Q102 DJ) Brian Douglas rang true in the radio community, and he is a legend, an icon, a staple here in the area. Nothing but great things about Cincinnati. I wasn’t afraid or worried at all.”

How did the Q102 job get on his radar?

“It’s off to an amazing start. We have a lot of similarities, and I think we have just the right amount of diff erences in our personalities and stages in life and things like that to keep the show entertaining. I think we’re sort of thinking of branding it something like, two fun people trying to fi gure it out, trying to fi gure out life, and just having a good time while doing so. Spreading love and spreading positivity is going to be big for us. I’m super-excited about it. We both are.”

“I saw the opening on a radio-job website and then applied. I hesitated at fi rst because I saw WKRQ, and I thought, legendary call letters. In the radio-professional community, the name defi nitely rings out as one of the best stations in the country. When I saw that job opening for afternoons, I couldn’t believe it, in the best way possible. The legacy amongst the radio community and obviously the community here in the area speaks volumes.

“I just decided to give it a try. Shoot my shot, and throw my name in the hat, and probably a week or so later, I got a call from the program director here, Patti Marshall. Fast forward a couple weeks, I was coming for an in-person interview.”

What came to mind, when he thought “Cincinnati?”

looking for someone to host and create content, so we have some free rein, both Natalie and I, to talk about diff erent things, life, whatever’s going on. Get the community involved, get listeners involved, to call in and share their opinions or experiences on whatever it is we’re talking about, in between playing music, all your favorite songs on your drive home.”

BAPTIST

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

Hyde Park Baptist Church

First Church of Christ, Scientist 3035 Erie Ave 871-0245

Michigan & Erie Ave

Sunday Service and Sunday School 10:30am Wednesday Testimonial Meeting 7:30pm Reading Room 3035 Erie Ave

513-321-5856 Bill Rillo, Pastor Sunday Worship Services: 11:00am & 6:00pm Sunday School: 9:45am Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm www.hydeparkbaptistchurch.org

MADEIRA-SILVERWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

8000 Miami Ave. 513-791-4470 www.madeirachurch.org Sunday Worship 9:00 am - Contemporary Service 10:00am Educational Hour 11:00 am - Traditional Service

How is the initial chemistry with Jones?

Where is he living?

“My wife and I are renting in Montgomery. As we become more used to the area, we do plan to buy a house.” (The apartment has room for three – the couple is expecting their fi rst child in December.)

Who are some of the artists he enjoys and can play on Q102?

PRESBYTERIAN

UNITED METHODIST

Everyone is welcome!

Weekend Worship Saturday: 5 p.m.

Sunday: 9 & 10:30 a.m.

LIVE STREAMING go to our website, epiphanhyumc.org and click the link Nursery, Children’s & Youth available 6635 Loveland-Miamiville Rd. Loveland, OH 45140 513.677.9866 • www.epiphanyumc.org

Come, connect, grow & serve

2010 Wolfangel Rd., Anderson Twp. 513-231-4301 Sunday Worship: 10:30 AM with

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP Sunday 8:30 & 11 am

www.cloughchurch.org

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP Sunday 9:30 & 11 am

Childrens Ministry & Nursery PASTOR PAULA STEWART

CE-GCI0394324-01

Freddy Mac facts

What will people hear on his show?

CE-GCI0394340-01

Freddy Mac knows a few things about Cincinnati. Cincinnatians probably know very little about him. The formal introductions took place on the afternoon drive.

Mac is brand-new to town, recently moving here for a job that elevates him from the 120th-largest radio market (Roanoke, Virginia) to the 33rd. He recently kicked off his shift for Q102 (WKRQ 101.9-FM), doing 3-7 p.m. weekdays, hosting alongside Natalie Jones.

We spoke with Mac about the new gig.

Children’s programs and nursery & toddler care available at 9:30 and 11:00 services.

Plenty of Parking behind church.

7515 Forest Road Cincinnati, OH 45255 513-231-4172 • AndersonHills.org

To advertise, email: cbollin@localiq.com or call: 513.768.6014

CE-GCI0394153-01

Limited Time Only!

$25 OFF Your First Order!*

Wild-Caught Sustainable Seafood

Use Promo Code at Checkout: CINCINNATIUSA

WILD ALASKAN COMPANY

A monthly seafood membership that delivers sustainably-sourced seafood to your doorstep.

What’s in the Box?

❶ Select Your Plan ❷ Unwind, It’s Delivered ❸ Feast Easily ❹ Repeat On Your Schedule

Order Today

wildalaskancompany.com *$25 OFF Your First Order! Cannot be combined with any other offer. Limited Time Offer. Contact for Details.

CE-GCI0508960-04

5B

6B

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

NEW YORK TIMES CROSSWORD PUZZLE

ANSWERS ON PAGE 4B

No. 1018 PI R SQUARED

1

BY GARY LARSON / EDITED BY WILL SHORTZ

RELEASE DATE: 10/25/2020

1 Examples of attention to detail 9 Yearbook-award word 13 Lift weights 19 Gingerbread man, often 20 British pop singer Lily 22 In the Caribbean it’s known as ‘‘the chicken of the trees’’ 23 ‘‘The government has discovered aliens but isn’t telling us,’’ e.g.

25 Port on the Loire 26 Missouri site of the Scott Joplin Ragtime Festival 27 Applications 29 Actress Ward 30 Acronym for a North American quintet 33 Intertwine 35 Pains in the neck 38 Spanish article 39 Power of a square 42 Mrs. Addams, to Gomez 43 Nocturnal bloodsucker 46 Steal 48 Stuff 49 It requires no oxygen for growth 50 Pants with baggy legs Online subscriptions: Today’s puzzle and more than 4,000 past puzzles, nytimes.com/crosswords ($39.95 a year).

52 Task 54 Noodles often eaten cold in the summer 55 Square things 56 Cause of joint pain 5 9Relatively new relative, maybe 61 Small songbird 62 Cornmeal bread 63 Wood for violinmaking 66 Brian who co-founded Roxy Music 67 ‘‘You rang?’’

68 Means of breathing 74 Calming retreat 77 Subject of 199 silkscreen paintings by Warhol 78 Present from birth 79 Activist ____ Alamuddin Clooney 83 Hesitating sound 84 Unremarkable 86 Goes out for a bit?

88 Valorous 89 Specialty 91 The continents, e.g.

94 His resignation triggered the first invocation of the 25th Amendment 96 Start up again 98 Wacky 101 Like some flights 102 Triangular flags 103 Aerial maneuver 104 Kiddy litter?

105 Mature 106 Power issue

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

19

Gary Larson, of Edmonds, Wash., is a retired comedian. He spent the last 15 years of his career entertaining on cruise ships, where crosswords were a way to pass the time between shows. One day a clue-and-answer combination in a New York Times crossword cracked him up, and he thought, Why don’t I try making one of these? I love writing jokes. How hard can it be to fit them into a puzzle?

He found out. This is his 592nd puzzle. It’s his fourth in The Times. — W.S.

AC R O S S

2

107 Computer image format 109 More up to it 111 South American mammals with trunks 113 Introductory course?

115 Brand of allergy spray 118 Lime and rust 121 It was known by the Algonquin as the ‘‘Father of Waters’’ 126 Extends 127 Similar 128 Castle in ‘‘Hamlet’’ 129 More out there 130 ‘‘May God bless and keep the ____ … far away from us!’’ (line from ‘‘Fiddler on the Roof’’) 131 Return to the fray

11 Doesn’t sit right?

12 Snippy, in a way 13 Spare part?

14 Sch. for Bulldogs 15 ’60s sitcom family 16 What ‘‘X’’ marks on a treasure map 17 First-year law student 18 Mission-driven org.

21 ‘‘Science Guy’’ Bill 24 Shades 28 Glittery glue-ons 30 Wheel cover 31 Acting mindlessly 32 ‘‘____ Brando: Larger Than Life’’ (1994 biography) 34 Dog in classic films 36 Flowing forth 37 Steeple feature 40 Cleverness 41 Universal donor’s blood type, for short DOWN 43 Peacockish 1 Grumpy co-worker 44 Activist Hoffman 2 Spanish gold 45 Milk dispensers 3 Old country-music 47 Lost cause channel 51 Only player with 4 French for ‘‘cup’’ three 60+ home run seasons 5 Locale of Kings County and Queens 53 Rest of the afternoon?

County, fittingly 57 Slant skyward 6 Like some batteries 58 2010 sci-fi film and parties subtitled ‘‘Legacy’’ 7 Sapa ____ (title for 60 Trouble Atahualpa) 64 Catering container 8 Not merely cut 65 Color for the right 9 Gospel singer Jackson eye of a pair of 3-D 10 Fútbol cheer glasses

10

31

33 39

46

40

41

47

50 56

62

75

76

69

70

43

48

49 52

57

89

90

96

58

60

65

66

86 92

99

100

119

126

120

121

125

105 109

116

110

117

122

123 128

130

69 Only bird with calf muscles 70 Talking back 71 Graceful spins 72 Informal assents 73 Country singer Price 74 # 75 When doubled, 1934 Cole Porter comedy short 76 Absolutely dazzling 80 Book that’s rarely read cover-to-cover

124

101

115

127

129

82

95

108

114

80

88

104

107 113

81

73

94

103

112

45

67

87

93

98

106

44

61

79

85

102

18

54

72

91

17

37

59 64

97

118

36

78

84

16

29

53

71

77

83

35

42

63 68

28

34

51

55

15

25 27

32

14

22

24

38

111

13 21

26

74

12

20

23

30

11

131

81 Right, as a wrong

117 Cathedral recess

82 More N.S.F.W., maybe

97 Opposite of wide: Abbr.

99 Like slippers versus 85 Mimics dress shoes 87 Vodka or gin 100 Milky gems 88 Low-dose pain 107 Muscly reliever 108 Stumper question 90 Mass recitation 110 Life form 92 Symbol meaning ‘‘still 111 Went like the dickens typing’’ 112 Got rid of 93 Tugboat sound 114 German granny 95 Dedicatee of the 1980 116 Where the infant Moses was found song ‘‘Woman’’

119 Maa, in 1995’s ‘‘Babe’’ 120 Ukr., e.g., once 122 Genre pioneered in 1950s-’60s Jamaica 123 U.S. overseas broadcaster 124 Unit of work 125 Food writer/TV personality ____ Drummond

Teasdale Fenton is your premier Carpet Cleaning firm that services Greater Cincinnati and Dayton CARPET CLEANING

5 Rooms + Free hallway for $109 Limited Time Offer!

Not valid with other offers or discounts.

Must present coupon with incoming order.

CALL NOW!

EMERGENCY SERVICE 24/7

AREA RUGS

Buy ONE Get ONE FREE Limited Time Offer!

Not valid with other offers or discounts.

Must present coupon with incoming order.

Get a FREE Estimate or Schedule an Appointment.

513-538-2002

Services • Carpet & Floor Cleaning • Commercial Carpet Cleaner • Water Damage • Fire Damage • Rug Cleaning • Upholstery and Furniture Cleaning • Duct Cleaning • Mold Remediation • Reconstruction

CE-GCI0494974-04

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

7B

12 MATTRESSES UNDER $599.99

Get fitted

for your perfect night’s sleep!

in just 3 minutes, bedMATCH will scientifically determine your exact support needs, and identify what mattresses will perfectly fit your body and your budget

FREE

3-minute bedMATCH

Diagnostic Test!

FREE

DELIVERY with mattress purchase of $799 or more

FREE Set Up!

48 Months FINANCING*

On mattress purchases $3499 or more made with your Furniture Fair Synchrony Home Card. 48 Equal Monthly Payments are required. Tax and delivery due at time of sale.

CONVENIENT LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE TRI-STATE AREA!

FAIRFIELD, OH FURNITURE JEFFERSONTOWN, KY & MATTRESS 9132 Taylorsville Rd 7200 Dixie Hwy (Rt 4) STORES

502-890-8686

BEAVERCREEK, OH

937-458-6640

MIAMISBURG, OH 8245 Springboro Pike

937-260-4477

513-874-5553

WESTERN HILLS, OH 5744 Harrison St.

513-598-7200

NORTHGATE, OH

8760 Colerain Ave.

513-385-6600

FIELDS ERTEL, OH

9591 Fields Ertel Rd.

513-774-9591 FAIRFIELD, OH

CLEARANCE OUTLETS 7200 Dixie Hwy (Rt 4)

513-874-5553

furniturefair.net

EASTGATE, OH

4363 Eastgate Sq. Dr.

513-753-8555 NORTHGATE, OH

8760 Colerain Ave.

513-385-6600

FLORENCE, KY

5015 Houston Rd

3710 Alexandria Pike

859-525-7911

COLD SPRING, KY 3710 Alexandria Pike

859-572-6800

COLD SPRING, KY

859-572-6800

OXFORD, OH HOME & SLEEP 5650 College Corner Pike SHOPS

513-273-2060

Store Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-8pm We guarantee that our prices are the lowest available in the tri-state Sunday 11am-6pm Furniture Fair’s Guaranteed Low Price

market. If you are able to find it lower, we will beat that price or it is free!

Competitors pricing subject to verification. Excludes clearance items, floor samples, close-outs and dropped merchandise.

*Financing Offer applies only to single-receipt qualifying purchases. Doorbusters, Gift Ideas, Prior Sales, Hot Buys, Floor Samples, Discontinued and Clearance Merchandise excluded from promotions and credit term offers. No interest will be charged on the promo purchase and equal monthly payments are required until the initial promo purchase amount is paid in full. Regular account terms apply to non-promotional purchases. For new accounts: Purchase APR is 29.99%; Minimum interest charge is $2. Existing cardholders should see their credit card agreement for their applicable terms. Subject to credit approval. Tax and delivery due at time of sale. Deposit required. Not responsible for typographical errors. See store for details and additional financing options. Additional discounts and rebates do not apply to Hotbuys, Clearance, Nectar, Sealy, Serta, Tempur-Pedic, iComfort, or BeautyRest Black.

Deposit may be required. See store for details.

CE-GCI0497271-04

8B

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

COMMUNITY NEWS Northeast Cincinnati Rotary Club celebrates 30th anniversary On Sept. 6, 1990, 32 community leaders in the Blue Ash – Montgomery area established a new Rotary Club to make a diff erence in the lives of youth, families, and individuals both locally and internationally.

Thirty years later, the Club is celebrating its heritage and accomplishments through stories from charter members and a proclamation from the City of Montgomery.

Montgomery Mayor Chris Dobrozsi recognized the club’s ongoing participation in many city projects including Beautifi cation Day, Bastille Day, Independence Day Parade, Arts Festival and the annual July 3 Concert. According to Dobrozsi, “Rotary has made a signifi cant impact on the lives of our citizens and has clearly enriched the City of Montgomery and surrounding area.”

The Club has given thousands of dictionaries to 3rd graders and aided the development of young people through its Student of the Month program, 4Way Speech Contest, Youth Leadership Academy, Camp Enterprise, and scholarships for students attending Cincinnati State and Great Oaks.

Its annual banquet recognizes outstanding community businesses, educators, and individuals for their work and contributions to our local communities.

This past year the Club generously supported Operation Give Back, the Princeton Closet, the Freedoms Foundation, and New Life Furniture.

The Club also supports Rotary International’s commitment to eradicating polio through the Polio Plus program. It also helped build a new community center for the poverty-stricken Village of Los Flores in Nicaragua and provided clean water devices to people in Haiti and Puerto Vallarta. This year scholarships were provided to students in Mexico in order to earn high school, college, and professional degrees.

Club members donate thousands of working hours each year to support organizations such as Matthew 25 Ministries and Crayons to Computers.

Club President Robert Miller said, “I am proud of our Club’s rich history and service to the local community. While our club has given hundreds of thousands to those in need in our area, I am

Amy Moore (Oakley) and Julie Snyder (Oakley) enjoy a drink together at Elizabeth Rogers’ (Indian Hill) Mini Bloom Party. PROVIDED

gramming for children, teens and adults with disabilities.

Allie Martin from WCPO’s Cincy Lifestyle hosted this year’s virtual event: Bloom, Boots and Bourbon. The event featured a special appearance by Chef Cristian Pietoso of Via Vite as well as a featured drink courtesy of Comfort Station & Sundry and Vice.

Attendees raised money for the organization by participating in a silent auction with over 50 packages and by purchasing gardening kits for program participants. Several Stepping Stones supporters hosted “Mini Blooms” where they watched the virtual event from home with friends and family.

“Stepping Stones is an organization that perseveres in times of hardship,” said Elizabeth Rogers (Indian Hill), Bloom host. “After the pandemic started, the Stepping Stones development team worked to transition Bloom into a virtual event and I was impressed with how smoothly the event went. We will continue our support, and hope to see everyone back in person next year.”

The event’s presenting sponsor was Huntington Bank. Diamond sponsors were Susie & Neil Bortz, the Chemed Foundation and the Pettengill Family.

Gold sponsors were Beth & Doug Brendamour of Brendamour Warehousing.

Stepping Stones is a United Way partner agency serving more than 1,100

Mayor of Montgomery Chris Dobrozsi (left), and NEC Rotary president Robert Miller. PROVIDED

even more pleased with the hands-on work of our members over the past 30 years. Our club has truly embraced the Rotary motto “Service Above Self.”

Club meetings are held at noon on Tuesdays at Receptions Event Center in Loveland. Guests are welcome.

Greg Miller, Northeast Cincinnati Rotary Club

Stepping Stones’ fi rst virtual event nets more than $242K Stepping Stones hosted its annual Bloom Gala virtually on Sept. 12. The fi rst event of its kind for the organization, Stepping Stones netted more than $242,000 to benefi t year-round pro-

people with disabilities in day and overnight programs that increase independence and promote inclusion. Founded in 1963, the agency provides educational, recreational and social programs at locations in Batavia, Indian Hill, Norwood and Western Hills.

For more information, visit www.SteppingStonesOhio.org.

Adam Hesselbrock, Stepping Stones

Cincinnati SAR inducts 4 at fi rst monthly meeting since pandemic On Wednesday, Sept. 2 we began the second half of our 2020 year with an See COMMUNITY NEWS , Page 10B

HOME SWEET ORGANIZED HOME!

Enjoy more access to your kitchen with custom pull-out shelves for your existing cabinets

50% OFF INSTALLATION*

*Limit one offer per household.Must purchase 5+ Classic/Designer Shelves.EXP 11/30/20.

Schedule your FREE design consultation!

CE-GCI0497875-05

(513) 572-7055

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

9B

Fall Sale GOING ON NOW

12 MONTH

SPECIAL FINANC * ING

On purchases of $2,0 with your Hom 00 or more e Design credit card.

ADDITONAL

SAVINGS ON SELECT PRODUCT

CALL NOW TO SCHEDULE YOUR FREE IN-HOME DESIGN CONSULTATION.

513.394.6015

Design Center Hours: M -F 9 - 5 Independently Owned & Operated

11275 Deerfield Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45242 40% off any order of $1000 or more. 30% off an order $700 - $999. *Subject to credit approval. Financing available with minimum monthly payments required. See store for details. Free installation valid only on complete systems of $700 or more. Coupon valid on new orders only and must be presented at initial design consultation. May not be applied to a previously placed order. Expires 10/31/2020.

10B

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

Pictured here are the new members, from left: Brent Walker, Tim Madden, Andrew Wilson and Jerry Anson. PROVIDED

COMMUNITY NEWS Continued from Page 8B

Outdoor meeting of The Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, for the purposes of providing the required protection against the C-virus. We hadn’t met since February.

The Syrian Shrine has kindly granted us permission to meet in their outdoor shelter located at 9730 Reading Road in Reading. This will be our regular Meeting and Social Distancing was followed as Chapter President Turner Lee Wilkerson opened the meeting with 23 present.

A this meeting we inducted four new members into the Cincinnati SAR; Brent Walker, Tim Madden, Andrew Wilson and Jerry Anson.

Compatriot Scott Freeman got his Supplemental Membership for his Patriot ancestor David Allis.

President Wilkerson who is also now president of the Ohio Society SAR shared several awards granted to the Cincinnati Chapter by National SAR for leading the whole national organization in patriotic, educational and historical activities 2019 – 20: 1 - The President General’s Cup, 2 – The Liberty Bell Americanism Award and 3 – The President General’s Chapter Activities Competition.

He further announced that Ohio’s Participant in the 2020 Rumbaugh Oration Contest placed fi rst, giving Abraham In-Chul Paik the $6,000 Award and John H Bredenfoerder, the State Oration Chairman, the Harold L. Putnam Award.

DR. J. Edgar Bonniwell was awarded the Stewart Boone McCarthy, preserva-

tion of history teaching in our schools.

Bob Bowers, Gregg Ballman and Michael Gunn were each awarded 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Michael Gunn, The Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution

Raise a virtual paddle for a good cause Franciscan Ministries invites you to join us from the comfort of your own home to support Franciscan Ministries’ programs through our online auction, Bidding for a Cause.

Your bids will help us to continue our work at Tamar’s Center, Haircuts from the Heart, the Community Garden, and Tau House.

The auction opens on Oct. 17, with fi nal bids on Oct. 31. Up for grabs include artwork, jewelry, antiques, vintage items, local high school swag, Hummel collectibles, MacBooks, and so much more.

Check early and often as items will be added up to the start of bidding. Bidding for a Cause can be found at www.charityauctionstoday.com/auctions/ FMBiddingForACause-14216.

Raise a virtual paddle in support of a good cause.

Marci Peebles, Franciscan Ministries

Hyde Park Center for Older Adults now 55 NORTH After months of surveying program participants, supporters, local churches, and the community for the best ways to connect adults over 55 with

Here is Pre sident Wilkerson with awardees Ed Boniwell, Gregg Ballman and Jack Bredenfoerder. PROVIDED

services, wellness programs and more, the board of the Hyde Park Center for Older Adults announced a new strategic plan that serves today’s needs.

The organization, which has spent the past 46 years serving older adults in the East End, Hyde Park, Madisonville, Mount Lookout, Oakley, O’Bryonville and South Norwood, has changed its name to 55 NORTH and adopted a new mission statement in support of the vision that “all adults are supported, connected, and respected in their community.”

Part of the approved new plan, is to better connect with all adults who are now “north of 55” as the new name suggests.

Much of the new mission was already being discussed and planned by the group’s board and staff late last year.

However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the everyday needs of many seniors were brought into focus and time was of the essence.

“Our strategic planning process invigorated an already committed leadership to make some exciting changes,” said 55 NORTH Board President Dan Hendricks. “The changes we’re making go well beyond merely adopting a new mission statement. We are actively developing the new programs and services that fulfi ll that mission.”

55 NORTH is unwavering in its con-

TREAT YOURSELF TO EXPERIENCE TRUE

tinued support for its current and historically vital services available to seniors, while simultaneously creating innovative new programming benefi ting all adults over 55 and building on its role as an asset to the local community.

Although many will be expanded, enhanced and increased, all of 55 NORTH services and programs will still be grouped under the following categories: transportation, nutrition, supportive services and health & wellness programming. The categories are purposefully broad to not limit future opportunities.

Since cultural changes and attitudes about age are very diff erent now than they were at its inception in 1979, board leadership knew it was time for an innovative approach to its mission. People are living longer, pursuing new hobbies and interests, traveling more, continuing their education and retiring later.

Some are even beginning second careers. 55 NORTH needed to change with the times by identifying and purposefully reaching out to partners for collaborative relationships.

The social distancing necessitated by the Covid-19 pandemic proved all too clearly the urgent need for a collaborative community-wide eff ort to bring provide meals, wellness programs and a See COMMUNITY NEWS , Page 12B

SAVINGS & COMFORT

WATER HEATER INSTALLED

FREE NEW CARRIER FURNACE

AS LOW AS

$999

*

*

(INCLUDED WITH PURCHASE OF A/C AND INSTALLATION) Valid on 80% efficiency furnace (up to $2,393 equipment discount) when matched with a high efficiency 2 ton 16 SEER A/C. Cost of furnace installation required. Installation cost varies based on equipment purchased and installation location. Discount can be applied to other select models. See * below or on back for additional details. Expires 10/31/20

• NEW Bradford White Water Heater • 40 or 50 Gallon • Standard Tall Gas or Electric

Is y water hour e ma ater strangeking noises?

It migh t to replabe time ce it!

• Installation Included • 6 Year Parts & 6 Year Tank Warranty • 1 Year Labor Warranty

Valid on models RG250T6N, RG240T6N, RE340T6, RE350T6. Standard gas or electric. Six year parts & tank warranty. One year labor warranty. Required permits and modifications for offered water heater will be presented upfront before installation. See * below or on back for additional details. Expires 10/31/20 Task Code: P1324, P1325, P1326 or P1327

Nagging HVAC Issues?

Furnace Clanging or Buzzing?

Nagging Plumbing Issues?

Slow, Smelly, or Clogged Drains?

$100 OFF

Furnace Tune-Up * ONLY

$100 OFF

Unclog Any Drain

Valid with repair. See * below or on back for additional details. Expires 10/31/20 Coupon Code: HC01

New clients only please. No breakdown this season. Must be able to start unit. One unit only. Not valid on boilers or oil furnaces. See * below or on back for additional details. Expires 10/31/20 Coupon Code: HC31

Valid with repair. See * below or on back for additional details. Expires 10/31/20 Coupon Code: HC01

Valid on any drain. One additional visit included to re-open the same drain within one year.

Reasonable access to a clean-out required and up to 100 ft restriction for main sewer drains.

See * below or on back for additional details. Expires 10/31/20 Task Code: P1165 or P1269

Have Allergies or Pets?

Want to Save on Energy Costs?

Water Heater Not Heating Right?

Cracked or Clogged Pipes?

Duct Cleaning

WiFi Connected Thermostat & Furnace Tune-up

Water Heater Flush & Inspection * ONLY

Sewer Inspection

Any HVAC

ONLY

Repair*

$369*

Does not include deodorizer, sanitizer or chemical cleaning of the register or grills. Up to 15 supplies and returns included. Normal business hours only. See * below or on back for additional details. 10/31/20 Coupon Code: HC11

$53

No Breakdown Guarantee

ONLY

$199*

Valid on modelTH6220WF2006.WiFi signal must be compatible. Includes complete installation.

Tune up must be completed at the time of installation. See * below or on back for additional details. Expires 10/31/20 Coupon Code: HC62

Any Plumbing Repair*

$67

Evaluates current operation of the equipment. Flush may not be advisable for some water heaters. Not valid on tankless water heaters. See * below or on back for additional details. Expires 10/31/20 Coupon Code: C13

$93 OR FREE*

ONLY

$17*

Reasonable access to a clean-out required and up to 100 ft restriction for main sewer drains.

See * below or on back for additional details. Expires 10/31/20 Coupon Code: C24

Ask About Both Our Repair and Replacement Financing Options!

UP TO 2–YEAR PARTS & LABOR WARRANTY ON HVAC AND PLUMBING REPAIRS

(513) 914-1395

*See dealer for details, discounts, warranties, guarantees. Some restrictions apply. Normal business hours only. Residential owner-occupied only. Existing residential only. Must be presented at time of service. Cannot combine with other offers or discounts. Customer responsible for filing utility rebates if applicable. Not valid on previous purchases. Must be in service area. Financing with approved credit. Minimum monthly payments required. Interest accrues at time of purchase unless paid in full during promotional period. For regular term purchases, APR is based on US prime rate and is subject to change. IN HVAC HV00010016, IN Plumbing CO50800249, OH HVAC HV-49040, OH Plumbing PL.47812, KY Plumbing M5308, KY HVAC HM06160, KY HVAC HM01276 Expires 10/31/20 CE-GCI0501028-06

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

NOW is the Time to Replace Your Roof and Gutters

75% OFF

INSTALLATION LABOR

on LeafGuard® Gutters & GAF Asphalt Shingles

LeafGuard® Brand Gutters Are: • Maintenance-free and custom-fit to your home • Manufactured with a 20 percent thicker aluminum that will never rust or deteriorate • Designed with a sleek low profile that won’t interfere with roofing projects or warranties • Patented and backed by the Good Housekeeping Seal of approval

Schedule Your Free Estimate

5135382238

CE-GCI0499708-07

Limited Time Offer! Some restrictions may apply. Call for details.

11B

12B

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

Fall foliage is here, get those cameras ready Sarah Brookbank Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Pops of leaf color have appeared in patches across Greater Cincinnati, a sure sign that fall has arrived.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources said trees are beginning to see changing conditions across the state, but the colors haven’t peaked quite yet.

This year, ODNR Division of Forestry offi cials are expecting peak color to ar-

rive in mid-to-late October. But for now, black walnut, buckeye, black locust and cottonwood trees have begun to change.

Most people are likely to see one or two trees beginning to change but some of the color changes might not be true fall color.

Some leaves could be changing due to stress. Stressors can include insects, disease and less-than-perfect conditions for that specifi c tree.

Trees in urban areas are also likely to change early due to heat retention of

nearby pavement and over or underwatering, ODNR offi cials said.

The 2020 fall foliage prediction map from the Smoky Mountains indicates that there were some change across Ohio, Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati in early October. By Oct. 19, we will be at near-peak colors.

Send us your pictures of fall foliage to be featured in our reader gallery. Send an email to cinlocalnews@cincinnati.com with the subject fall foliage submission.

An inline skater skates along the Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail in Loveland enjoying the beautiful weather and fall foliage. ENQUIRER FILE PHOTO

COMMUNITY NEWS

Volunteers will staff more than 20 stations and provide details on diff erent available health screenings, including mammograms, colonoscopies and lung and prostate cancer screenings.

The event is free. Mercy Health encourages attendees to dress in costume and wear masks in their cars.

Nanette Bentley, Mercy Health

Continued from Page 10B

social connection to older adults who need these services.

So, the organization instituted the fi rst of two innovative initiatives to help people stay active while remaining socially distanced. They are: h Social Bridging Initiative- keeping people connected through weekly check-ins by staff and volunteers to program participants through phone, email or US mail letter writing. Also included are weekly, home-delivered meals and activity kits. h Digital Connect- a pilot program providing computer tablets to access online health & wellness programs, access to schedule transportation, meal delivery and appointments with our 55 North’s Director of Supportive Services.

The tablets also allow access to community services such as tele-health appointments, worship services and online grocery ordering. Technical support is also available for tablet use.

In addition to its name change, 55 NORTH has moved its administrative offi ces to 3975 Erie Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45208.

“This is an exciting time for us,” said Shelley Goering, executive director, “and these are just the fi rst examples of all that 55 NORTH is developing to enrich the lives of older adults through innovative programs and community collaboration.”

For more information about programs and participation, call 513-3216818 or visit https://

More than 1,300 participated in Festival of Faiths online

Faith leaders open Cincinnati Festival of Faiths on Aug. 23. PROVIDED

www.55NORTH.org/.

Pepper Peale, 55 North

The Jewish Hospital hosts Trunk or Treat Oct. 24 in the Kenwood Towne Centre garage The Jewish Hospital – Mercy Health is hosting a special, socially-distanced Halloween event in the Kenwood Towne Centre garage while spreading awareness of diff erent cancer screenings.

Kids will get a generous amount of premium, name-brand, pre-bagged treats while their parents and loved ones will receive important health information, all from the safety of their cars.

Trunk or Treat is a drive through event taking place in Kenwood Towne

Storm Certified Experts FREE Storm Damage Inspections VIRTUAL AND ONLINE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE!

Center’s parking garage from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24. Guests will enter Trunk or Treat from Kenwood Road.

“In this challenging year, we wanted to be sure kids had a way to enjoy Halloween while also giving the grown-ups in their lives the information they need to make decisions on important cancer screenings,” said The Jewish Hospital President Pat Davis-Hagens. “While Halloween might celebrate all things spooky, there’s nothing scary about having your health screenings. Preventive screenings save lives.”

Volunteers look forward to seeing kids in costume and will wear masks and gloves as they hand out candy for kids and health information for adults.

The 3rd Annual Festival of Faiths, the signature program of the interfaith group EquaSion, went virtual to off er an 8-day program Aug. 23-30.

Producing the Festival was a community-wide eff ort with Christians, Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Baha’is, Sikhs, Zoroastrians, Buddhists, Indigenous People, and persons of other faith traditions working together to organize this year’s event in spite of the pandemic.

The Festival was made possible by its diverse steering committee of more than 60 faith leaders co-chaired by Sandy Kaltman, Maria Munir, Bishop Marvin Thomas Sr. and Jaipal Singh, more than 80 community partner organizations and more than 100 volunteers.

“All involved share the Festival’s main purpose to promote interfaith understanding, collaboration and unity,” said Chip Harrod, executive director of EquaSion. “We need more encouragement and inspiration from examples of what positive human relations looks like, which is exactly what we witnessed throughout the festival,” he added.

Tamie Sullivan, EquaSion

NEED A NEW ROOF?

Total Home Roofing is Here to Help!

Average Roof Takes 2 Days to Complete Total Home Difference Serving all of Ohio Dedicated Customer Service Dedicated Project Managers Dedicated warranty department

You Have Full Control Financing Available with Approved Credits All major credit cards accepted / No additional charge No down payments required

Reputation Is Everything #1 Most Reviewed Roofing Company #1 Highest Rated Roofing Company A+ Rating with BBB

Save Time 24hr Guaranteed leak response included with all new roofs Most roofs completed in 2 days or less Written estimates are provided SAME DAY of appointment

Ask Us About our Financing Options Today!

24 Months 0% APR1

18 Months No Interest2

Equal monthly payments.

Paid in full after 24 equal monthly payments.

No interest if paid in full within 18 months 28.99% interest rate charged to account from purchase date after 18 months.

6 Months No Interest3 6 Months No Payment 6 Months same as Cash.

No Interest or Payments for 6 Months Rolls into 9.99% simple interest loan for 120 months.

12 Months No Payment4 12 Months same as Cash.

No Interest or Payments for 12 Months.

Rolls into a 19.50% simple interest loan after 12 months.

120 Months 9.99% APR5 9.99% simple interest loan for 120 months Can be paid off any time without penalty.

*Financing Available with approved Credit. Expires 10/31/2020.

Asphalt Shingle Roofs

Metal Roofs

Tile Roofs

Nations Premier Re-Roof Specialist Written estimates provided same day as appointment Fully Licensed and Insured LIC: CCC1330489

CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT!

513-810-4628

CE-GCI0506476-03

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

13B

SCHOOL NEWS U.S. Presidential Scholars Program recognizes Indian Hill High School Latin teacher Indian Hill High School (IHHS) shines the spotlight on educational leader and Latin Teacher Mark Atwood who was recently named a 2020 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Distinguished Teacher.

Atwood was nominated by IHHS Class of 2020 graduate and current Columbia University student Liz Radway for the prestigious recognition.

“I am grateful every day that I get to work with amazing young people like Liz Radway,” said Atwood. “I also feel fortunate to work with colleagues who are second to none in a community that places a high value on education and fosters the talents and ambitions of students like Liz.” “Liz Radway was a shining star within our graduating class, and we know she will do incredible things as a student at Columbia and in her future; we are thrilled Liz took this opportunity to recognize Mr. Atwood who is an amazing educator and member of our team,” said Indian Hill High School Principal Jeff Damadeo.

During her senior year at IHHS, Liz Radway earned a $40,000 Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship and a paid internship at Amazon for the summer following her freshman year.

Radway was also selected as one of 50 Cooke Scholarship winners in the country (one of two in Ohio). As a Presidential Scholar, Radway was one of an elite number of students recognized.

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964, by executive order of the President, to recognize and honor some of our nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors.

Each year, up to 161 students are named as Presidential Scholars, one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students.

“The most gratifying thing about teaching is to be challenged by your students,” said Atwood. “Liz Radway is an extraordinary thinker with limitless talents. What sets Liz apart is her willingness to challenge commonly held assumptions and openness to think about questions diff erently. She is also, simply put, a kind person. This is what I admire about her most. The future is bright for

Indian Hill High School student Sophie Chabris has a virtual meeting with Indian Hill Elementary School Brave Virtual Academy student Chase Peterson.

IHHS Latin teacher Mark Atwood with Indian Hill superintendent Kirk Koennecke. PROVIDED

PROVIDED

Liz Radway.”

Heather Higdon, Indian Hill School District

Madeira National Honor Society inducts new members Madeira High School (MHS) recently held its annual induction for the new members of the MHS Olive M. Gregory Chapter of the National Honor Society.

The juniors and seniors pledged to create enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulate a desire to render service, promote leadership, and develop character in the students of the district’s secondary schools.

Founded in 1921, the National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize high school students who have demonstrated excellence in the organization’s four pillars; Scholarship, Leadership, Service and Character.

Madeira’s members must attend monthly meetings, pay dues, and attend one or more chapter service projects a year. They are also required to complete 10 hours of community service a year, in addition to the 40 hours total required by the district for graduation.

Madeira’s National Honor Society has adopted families for the holidays using proceeds from their annual Father Daughter Dance, sponsored the school’s Winter Homecoming dance with the net proceeds benefi tting worthy causes, and cleaned up the Tess Blackwelder Butterfl y Garden located at Madeira Elementary School.

Members vote annually on an Honorary Faculty Member that they feel also exhibits the four pillars of the National Honor Society. This year the students

selected MHS teacher Bob Kitchen, who was inducted with the new student members.

Senior inductees are: Sophia Davenport, Sam Eppert, Gabi Hugentobler, Alex Krikorian, Meredith Lewis, Paul (Tommy) Saba, Brooke Schomaeker, Jake Schomaeker, and Nikki Turnbull.

Members of the junior class who were inducted are: Shelby Andre, Gabriele Azzarita, Will Breit, Lucy Bruemmer, Francisco Caceres, Brandon Conner, Isaac Cross, Brooke Davis, Emerson Davis, Rosalyn Davis, Lindsey Dickess, Alex Drossos, James Dunn, Owen Farrell, Maggie Flanagan, Madeline Hemmerick, Adam Konieczny, Hannah Lutes, Madeleine Luther, Faith Pape, Niklas Polanco, Rene Polanco, Payton Roland, Taylor Roland, Isabella Schaff ner, Steven Schwallie, Brock Shults, Garrett Smith, Chloe Torggler, Owen Tucker, Maya Vahu, Mattie Waltz, Ainsley Westbrook, Kaytlyn Williams, and Steven Wu. Advisors for Madeira’s National Honor Society are Laura Edwards and Jennifer Jordan.

Diane Nichols, Madeira City Schools

Indian Hill High School student builds volunteer force to keep virtual students connected In March, when the Indian Hill School District joined districts across Ohio in distance learning, Indian Hill High School student Sophie Chabris felt the distance.

“During the stay at home time I got super sad since I was disconnected from my friends,” described Chabris. “Yes, I was able to text them, but it wasn’t the same as face-to-face or even over FaceTime.”

Chabris turned that feeling into a

plan of action for the start of the 20202021 school year. She created the IHHS Corona Care Callers Program. The mission of the program is to create meaningful connections between students, particularly those who are part of Indian Hill’s Brave Virtual Academy (BVA), a new learning option for Indian Hill families wanting to study in a fl exible, online environment.

“It is our hope to build connections between our kindergarten through grade eight students enrolled in Brave Virtual Academy and our high school students; we want all of our Braves to feel connected,” explained Chabris.

When Chabris shared her plan with fellow Indian Hill High School students, more than 100 signed up to volunteer their time. Working with Brave Virtual Academy Supervisor Dr. Kim Given, Chabris emailed BVA families to distribute program details and open registration.

Once registered, the volunteer high school students coordinate directly with BVA families to create virtual meetings. Chabris plans to off er these virtual meetings between students either weekly or monthly depending on schedules.

“Amazing,” said Indian Hill High School Principal Jeff Damadeo. “What Sophie has created is absolutely fantastic, and it is a true representation of what it means to be a member of our Brave family. We are all in this together!”

“I want to off er a big thanks to my parents and my principal, Mr. Damadeo, for supporting me and helping me launch the program!” said Chabris. “I hope that this project helps students who are feeling the same I was during distance learning.”

Heather Higdon, Indian Hill School District

Custom Shutters in time for Christmas

Hurry, order by October 25, 2020***

BUY 1 GET ONE

100’s of Samples to Choose From

0% FINANCING for 12 Months^

LouverWood™ Plantation Shutters

FREE in-home design FLEXIBLE payments^ PROFESSIONAL installation LIFETIME WARRANTY MILITARY/FIRST RESPONDER Discounts**

40% OFF

*

No Additional Charge for INSTALLATION

Classic Plantation Shutters

Roller and Solar Shades

#1 in product selection^^ #1 in customer service #1 in ease of purchase

WE BRING THE SHOWROOM TO YOU!

CALL NOW! (513) 493-1575 www.qualitylouver.com

OPEN 7 DAYS

7AM TO 8PM

© 2020 Louver Shop. *Prior purchases are excluded. May not be combined with other offers. Offer expires November 15, 2020. ^Subject to credit approval. Ask for details. Additional discounts available for active and retired military and first responders. **Call for info. NMLS #1416362. ^^Based on a national survey conducted November 2018. ***Consultation and orders must be completed by October 25, 2020. Excludes PerfectViewTM tilt bar option, custom and specialty shapes, custom and specialty paint, and stains.

CE-GCI0501039-05

14B

|

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2020

|

COMMUNITY PRESS NORTHEAST To advertise, visit:

classifieds.cincinnati.com n Classifieds Phone: 855.288.3511 n Classifieds Email: classifieds@enquirer.com n Public Notices/Legals Email: legalads@enquirer.com

Classifieds

All classified ads are subject to the applicable rate card, copies of which are available from our Advertising Dept. All ads are subject to approval before publication. The Enquirer reserves the right to edit, refuse, reject, classify or cancel any ad at any time.

Errors must be reported in the first day of publication. The Enquirer shall not be liable for any loss or expense that results from an error in or omission of an advertisement. No refunds for early cancellation of order.

Homes for Sale-Ohio

Homes for Sale-Ohio

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION

Careers

Jobs

new beginnings...

Adopt Me

Pets find a new friend...

Community

Announce

announcements, novena...

Special Notices-Clas

Automotive

guitars, & old musical instruments. Any condition, the older the better! Call/text: 937-767-2326

Rides best deal for you...

Assorted

Stuff all kinds of things...

HAND OUT THE CIGARS! Celebrate with a announcement.

VISIT CLASSIFIEDS online at cincinnati.com

Garage Sales to advertise, visit: classifieds.cincinnati.com or call: 855.288.3511

Great Buys

Business & Service Directory

Garage Sales

to advertise, email: ServiceDirectory@enquirer.com or call: 855.288.3511

neighborly deals...

FINDING THE PERFECT JOB SHOULDN’T FEEL LIKE A FULL TIME JOB.

Masonry

The Smartest Way To Hire

Post your rental.

Get started at

VISIT CLASSIFIEDS online at cincinnati.com

jobs.usatoday.com The smartest way to hire.

Requests for a Legal Notice for the Enquirer or Community Press/Recorder should be emailed to: legalads@enquirer.com