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MILFORD-MIAMI ADVERTISER

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2015

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New fire station planned for eastern Miami Township By Cindy Schroeder cschroeder@communitypress.com

MIAMI TOWNSHIP — Eastern Miami Township in Clermont County now has a fire and EMS station aimed at reducing response times in the fast-growing area and improving fire and ambulance service throughout the township. At a Jan. 2 open house, firefighters showed off the township’s fourth fire station, a temporary facility that’s been operating since Nov. 17 behind a retail center at Ohio 131 and Sugar Camp Road. Officials plan to build a permanent Station 29 on property next door. Miami Township Fire Chief Steve Kelly said people al-

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About 60 people attended a Jan. 14 Milford Planning Commission hearing on a proposed zone change that would allow construction of 92 apartments on the former Milford Main Middle School site. The next public hearing will be Feb. 3 before city council.

Milford City Council to hear zone change for apartments By Cindy Schroeder cschroeder@communitypress.com

MILFORD — Milford on Main moved a step closer to reality after Milford Planning Commission voted 3-to-1 Jan. 14 to recommend approval of a zone change – albeit with conditions – that would allow construction of a 92-unit apartment complex on a 3.51-acre site between Main Street and Lila Avenue that’s now home to the former Milford Main Middle School. Milford Planning Commission member Oliver Roe recused himself from the vote, citing the appearance of a possible conflict of interest.

The proposed zone change from “I-Institutional District to R-5 Multi-Family Apartment Complex District” with an Old Mill and Planned Development Overlay now goes before Milford City Council on Feb. 3 for a public hearing and a final vote later. Five people in the standing room only crowd at the planning commission meeting spoke in support of the project, saying the project targeting seniors will fill a need in the community. They said no one has offered a better plan for the site. Jeff Johnson, operations manager for Milford Schools, said Jim Cohen and Real Estate

Ventures Capital was the only group to offer to purchase the former middle school that needs costly repairs. “One of the biggest fears that the district has and the BAC (Business Advisory Council) recognized, was a potential catastrophic failure of the building, roof structure or its support systems,” Johnson said. Last month, he said one of the building’s two boilers failed. Sixteen people spoke against the proposed zone change, saying the project would increase traffic in an already congested area. Some called for a traffic

ready have noticed a difference. “A lot of our residents are making the comment, ‘You got here so fast,’’’ he said. In the past, firefighter/ paramedics traditionally responded from the central station – the township’s busiest – which often required large vehicles to travel roads that weren’t conducive to large fire trucks, the fire chief said. Kelly said response times are especially critical in life and death situations. “The American Heart Association says that every minute that somebody’s down in cardiac arrest, is not breathSee STATION, Page A2

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Officials in Clermont County’s Miami Township hope to start building Station 29, a permanent fire & EMS station serving the eastern part of the township, in 2016. The station will be at Ohio 131 and Sugar Camp Road.

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Gatch: A Milford First UMC and music maven By Jeanne Houck jhouck@communitypress.com

Orpha Ann Gatch was a real presence at Milford First United Methodist Church, whether she was playing the organ or not. Which surely pleased her ancestors. “Orpha Ann Gatch not only is a lifelong member of Milford First United Methodist, but also a link to Philip Gatch, one of the founders of the church in 1797,” said the Rev. Mark Weatherman, pastor of discipleship at the church. “Ann has been an encouragement to the members of Milford First for years. “Not only in her 45 years as

organist, but in the last few years when she was always in the fourth pew, lectern side, smiling, enjoying the worship,” Weatherman said. “Ann will be sorely missed.” Gatch died at her home in Terrace Park Jan. 9. She was 95-years-old. Besides being church organist for 45 years, Gatch taught music at Cincinnati Country Day School in Indian Hill for 35 years. She earned a bachelor degree at the University of Cincinnati and a master’s degree in music at the University of Michigan. Gatch was a co-host of “Sharps and Flats,” a musical quiz radio program for children

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on WKRC in the 1950s. She gave private piano lessons to students of all ages during her teaching career and after retirement. Gatch enjoyed the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and the Cincinnati Opera and in recent years sponsored some performances. “Ann Gatch was a true patron of the fine arts,” said Tim Carpenter, who is director of music at Milford First United Methodist Church, as well as a choral music teacher at Milford Junior High School, co-director of the Clermont Festival Chorale and vice president of the Greater Cincinnati Choral Consortium. Gatch also was a patriot.

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She served in the WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service) for the U.S. Navy during World War II, operating a flight simulator at Naval Air Station Pensacola in Florida designed to teach returning pilots the latest techniques in instrument flying at night and under adverse weather conditions. Gatch is survived by her sister, Diana Avril (Tom), her brother, Lewis Gatch (Noralee), 12 nieces and nephews and 17 grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters and a brother. Gatch is the daughter of Orpha Gatch, after whom the Cler-

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mont County League of Women Voters named a citizenship award given annually at a “suffragist event” to recognize the recipient’s volunteerism and leadership qualities. Meanwhile, the family of Orpha Ann Gatch will visit with friends at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 16, at Milford First United Methodist Church at 541 Main St. A funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials for “at home care” may be made to Hospice of Cincinnati, P.O. Box 633597, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45263. The family is being served by Evans Funeral Home in Milford.

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BRIEFLY 10th Annual Art Affaire call to artists The Greater Milford Area Historical Society is accepting artists for the 10th Annual Art Affaire. This art and fine craft outdoor show will be Saturday, Sept. 26, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ) on Main Street in historic Milford. Art Affaire is a juried show featuring exhibits in the following areas – painting, drawing, photography, paper, print making, clay, glass, mixed media, jewelry, leather, metal, sculpture, wood, basketry, and fiber. The event is open to any artist meeting the criteria. The application deadline is April 17, 2015. Celebrating its 10th year, Art Affaire will also move to a new venue. Previously held on the grounds of Promont House Museum, the event will now take place on Main Street in the historic district of Milford, Ohio. “We’re excited to work with the City of Milford and local merchants as we move Art Affaire to Main Street,” commented Donna Amann, administrator, Greater Milford Area Historical Society. “Art Affaire has

been growing each year, and the grounds at Promont are no longer suitable for the number of artists and visitors. Moving the event will allow us room to expand as the event continues to grow in popularity within the local and regional communities.” Art Affaire recognizes artists with awards and cash prizes in selected categories with $100 for Best of Show; $50 for first place; and, $25 for second place. More details are available in the Call to Artists document available by request to artaffaire@milfordhistory.net; or, visit www.milfordhistory.net and click on the Art Affaire page to download the document. Art Affaire is a key fundraiser for the Greater Milford Area Historical Society. Proceeds from the event support community-oriented GMAHS programming and maintenance of the Promont House Museum. Visit www.milfordhistory.net for more on the information Greater Milford Area Historical Society.

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way Patrol is investigating a fatal ATV crash that occurred Jan. 14 at 7:10 p.m. on Road near Shiloh Pike in Woodville Wayne Township. Preliminary investigation revealed that Jeremiah T. Busam, age 40, of Goshen was operating a 2007 Polaris Sportsman 800 Quad runner northbound on Shiloh Road when he traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a mailbox. The continued vehicle striking a concrete culvert and overturned striking two more mailboxes before coming to rest in a ditch. Busam was ejected from the ATV. Busam was pronounced deceased at the scene. Protective gear was not in use and alcohol does appear to be a factor in the crash. The crash remains under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

Piano champion to perform at St. Bernadette Moye Chen, a native of Beijing and winner of the 2014 World Piano Competition, will perform at St. Bernadette in Amelia School Thursday, Jan. 29, as a community outreach to inspire students who are interested in the art of concert piano. This free event will occur during St. Bernadette’s annual celebration of Catholic Schools Week, where students, staff, families and the public commemorate the success, legacy and optimism a faith-based education provides.

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About 40 pieces by Miami Township photographer Jackson Sawyer will be on display at River Hills Christian Church from Jan. 11 to Feb. 22.

Photo exhibit on display at local church A Loveland church is working with a local photographer to spread God’s gifts. “God has given us a beautiful world and occasionally I am able to capture it,” Miami Township Jackson photographer Sawyer said. Sawyer’s exhibit “My Father’s World” will be in the gallery at River Hills Christian Church, 6300 Price Road, in Loveland through Feb. 22. Sawyer said he was approached by Mary Anne Crowley, who manages the gallery at the church, about displaying the exhibit. Crowley said she knew of Sawyer’s work through art shows in Milford. River Hills Christian Church has had a focus on showcasing art since it started in Loveland 14 years ago, executive director Teresa Metzger said. “It was in my vision to have a gallery. All creativity is a God given gift and when we use it is a reflective of a creative God,” Metzger said. The church, which as a congregation of about 1,000, has about four to seven art exhibits a year highlighting local artists and this is Sawyer’s first one. Sawyer said it is about 40 images, mostly outdoor shots, landscapes and wildlife. “It is a lot of the American west. It has grabbed my attention, the moun-

tains and the landscapes,” Sawyer said, adding he prints his photographs on photo paper, canvas, foil, slate and wood. Sawyer has been interested in photography since the 1980s, but he said his eyes were opened after he got married to his wife, Jan, and upgraded his equipment. He has had exhibits in arts shows in Hyde Park, Milford, Wyoming and Miami Township. “My Father’s World” exhibit will be open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at River Hills Christian Church. Want to know more about what is happening in Loveland? Follow Marika Lee on Twitter: @ReporterMarika

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ing, does not have a pulse and isn’t getting CPR, you lose 10 percent survivability,” Kelly said. “If we can shave off a minute or two of response time, that’s another 10 to 20 percent of survivability that a patient has.” Station 29 is staffed with two to four firefighter/paramedics 24/7, Kelly said. “The opening of Station 29 required us to add two more positions to our daily staffing and it has allowed us to improve our response times to the eastern portion of our township, which is roughly 33 square miles total,” he said. Kelly’s predecessor, Jim Whitworth, said township officials began looking into a new station to serve eastern Miami Township after residents expressed concerns about response times. “We always knew that this was an area that was going to require some attention as it developed,” Whitworth said. “We took a look at the statistics and

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study authorized by the city, not the developer. They questioned whether there would be adequate parking, worried about lighting and noise, and said the project’s proposed 26.2 units per acre is too dense and would be a drain on fire and EMS service, prompting a future tax increase. Andy Evans, who lives in the 500 block of Lila Avenue, said he’s grateful the developer increased the project’s open space and reworked setbacks

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About 40 pieces by Miami Township photographer Jackson Sawyer will be on display at River Hills Christian Church from Jan. 11 to Feb. 22.

determined that there was a need.” Station 29 will benefit residents throughout the township because it enables fire and ambulance units at the other three stations to stay in their primary coverage areas, Kelly said. Staff at Station 29 also can do fire inspections at businesses and offer fire safety classes at local schools instead of relying on other stations. About $400,000 in TIF dollars was set aside in the current budget to help with initial costs associated with the new station, Miami Township Administrator Larry Fronk said. That’s to cover items such as architectural services and reduce annual debt service on the permanent facility. “It would be nice if we could get a new station unconstruction in der mid-2016,” Fronk said. “That would depend on how quickly we get an architect under contract and how long it takes them to develop a final plan.” Want to know what’s happening in Miami Township? Follow me on Twitter @CindyLSchroeder.

and curb cuts in response to neighbors’ concerns. However, he said the proposed changes aren’t enough. Evans said he’s spent tens of thousands of dollars renovating a historic home built in 1841 that he may have to leave if a three-story apartment complex is built across the street. “There’s going to be three levels of people looking in my property all the way down Lila on their porches,” Evans said. “If I sell my home, who the heck’s going to buy it?” Want to know what’s happening in Milford? Follow me on Twitter @CindyLSchroeder.


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Milford Schools to offer all-day kindergarten on trial basis for 2015-16 school year By Cindy Schroeder cschroeder@enquirer.com

MILFORD — The Milford Board of Education has agreed to join a growing number of school districts offering all-day kindergarten. On Dec. 18, the board approved Superintendent Robert Farrell’s recommendation to offer a tuition-based full-day kindergarten class at each of the Milford Exempted Village School District’s elementary schools on a trial basis. The fullday kindergarten program will start in the 2015-2016 school year. There will be a maximum of 25 pupils per class at a cost of $3,000 per year. Six spots in each class are being set aside for students in Milford Schools’ free and reduced price lunch program. Those students will receive full and partial scholarships for all-day kindergarten. Free half-day kindergarten also will continue to be offered at all of Milford Schools’ elementary schools. At the end of the upcoming school year, a cost benefit analysis will be done to determine if the full-day kindergarten program should continue. “There are full-day kindergarten opportunities at all the schools in Clermont County, and over 60 percent of the public schools in Ohio offer full day opportunities now,” Farrell said. “We’re in the minority for not offering it.” In recommending that Mil-

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Shellie Holden, a kindergarten teacher at Milford Schools’ Mulberry Elementary, leads pupils in her morning kindergarten class in a good-bye song at the end of the school day.

ford Schools offer full-day kindergarten, Farrell and members of the district’s Kindergarten Study Committee made up of teachers and administrators said that option would benefit both typical and at risk students. Farrell said today’s kinder-

garten program has become more challenging, and a fullday program gives students of all abilities more time to deal with the material. He added today’s kindergarten students are expected to be reading when they move on to first-grade. “We believe we need to start

and see what the demand is for a full-day program,” Farrell said. “We know we have the room. This will allow more time to differentiate and more time with the rigorous curriculum. At risk kids benefit substantially from a program like this.” Members of the Milford

school board had expressed concern that some children would be left behind, and other students would be accelerated, based on their parents’ ability to pay for an all-day kindergarten program. Dr. Jill Chin, director of elementary curriculum, told the board that students enter kindergarten with a wide range of skills, and those who face extra challenges will continue to receive the attention that they require. Full-day kindergarten also is expected to open up more intervention resources for children in Milford’s half-day kindergarten program. A lottery will be held if demand exceeds the openings at Milford Schools’ pilot all-day kindergarten classes. For the upcoming school year, Milford Schools’ kindergarten registration is being moved up to January from March. Parents of children entering kindergarten could enter the lottery for the full-day program starting on Jan. 20 and that would continue through Feb. 27, when names for the full-day kindergarten program would be chosen. Details on the kindergarten registration process, including the lottery, are posted on Milford School’s website in January. Want to know more about what’s happening in Milford Schools? Follow me on Twitter @CindyLSchroeder.

SCHOOLS NOTEBOOK Great Oaks » Eight Scarlet Oaks Career Campus students received awards for their art in regional Scholastics Art & Writing competition. The seven are students in the Scarlet Oaks Digital Arts and Design program. Jacob Gibbs of Goshen received an honorable mention. Their work will be on display at the Art Academy of Cincinnati until Feb. 5.

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Max Muccillo poses as Walt Disney with Augie Henson listening to him speak at St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.

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McCormick Elementary librarian Becky Jauch with Luke Wilson, spelling bee champion Emma McManis and runner-up Emma Lykins.

» Emma McManis won the school-wide spelling bee at McCormick Elementary. Thesixth-grader beat fourth-grader Emma Lykins when she failed on the word harbinger. Luke Wilson (fourth-grade) came in third. When both girls were left standing, the battled it out for many rounds by themselves.

» St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton fifth-graders created a “Live” Famous Person Museum using decorated posters that represented a famous person from a biography they read. Students pretended to be a machine and when a coin was placed in a slot, they came “alive” allowing those students visiting the museum to learn about the famous person and what made them so special.

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St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton student Audrey Schaefer poses as Joan of Arc.

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK EVENTS » St. Louis School will host a new parent open house 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 250 North Broadway, Owensville. Students participate in art, music and physical education twice weekly and have the option of band and choir.

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD THURSDAY, JAN. 22 Art Exhibits My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 6300 Price Road, Miami Township area photographic artist Jackson Sawyer displays selections of his photography. 677-7600. Loveland.

Exercise Classes Strength & Balance, 9-9:45 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road, Variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activity for daily living skills. Call for pricing. Through Feb. 26. 9477333. Union Township. Spinning on Keiser M3 Freewheel, 6:15-7:15 p.m., Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, 930 Lila Ave., Spinning Studio. Keiser M3 indoor bike with magnetic resistance. Ages 18 and up. $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. X-Fit Classes, noon, Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, 930 Lila Ave., Join certified trainers for Group X-Fit class to improve your conditioning and strength. Ages 18 and up. $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. Strength & Balance, 1-1:45 p.m., Crossings of Amelia, 58 Amelia Olive Branch Road, Move to music through variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. For seniors. Call for pricing. Presented by SilverSneakers Flex. 478-6783. Amelia. SilverSneakers Senior Stretch, 2:30-3:15 p.m., SEM Laurels, 203 Mound Ave., Free. Presented by SilverSneakers Flex. 478-6783. Milford. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, 1147 Main St., Each 60 minute workout blends dance and muscle toning movements choreographed to today’s hottest music. Ages 18 and up. $38 per month. Presented by Jazzercise Milford. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Nature Project Feeder Watch, 9-11 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Share cup of coffee or tea while counting birds. Free. 831-1711. Union Township.

FRIDAY, JAN. 23 Art Exhibits My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 677-7600. Loveland.

Dining Events Fish Fry, 6-7:30 p.m., Dennis Johnson VFW Post 6562, 1596 Ohio 131, Fish sandwiches, chicken fingers or six-piece shrimp dinners. Dinners include french fries and homemade coleslaw. Carry-out available. $6-$6.50. Presented by Ladies Auxiliary Dennis Johnson VFW Post 6562. Through Jan. 8. 575-2102. Milford.

Exercise Classes SilverSneakers Senior Stretch, 9 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road, Complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Call for pricing. Presented by SilverSneakers Flex. 947-7333. Union Township. X-Fit Classes, noon, Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Nature Project Feeder Watch, 9-11 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, Free. 831-1711. Union Township.

On Stage - Theater A Reunion To Die For, 7 p.m., Anderson High School, 7560 Forest Road, Murder mystery play. Includes coffee, dessert and raffle. Benefits Anderson Theatre and FAD. $15. Presented by Anderson Theatre. 232-2772; www.andersontheatre.com. Anderson Township. Woods’ Point: Interactive Dinner Show, 7-10:30 p.m.,

Schoolhouse Restaurant, 8031 Glendale-Milford Road, Upstairs. Escape to the wilds of Colorado as a guest of The Peaceful Valley Ski Lodge. Three best friends whose families dumped them at the Happy Hollow Nursing Home will be joining you. Even though their families think they are too old to have fun, they are just getting started in life. For ages 7 and up. $35. Reservations required. Presented by P.L.O.T.T. Performers. Through Jan. 24. 201-7568; www.plottperformers.com. Camp Dennison.

Dining Events Baked Potato Dinner, 5:30-7 p.m., Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 1950 Nagel Road, Wernle Boys Home in Indiana. Includes baked potatoes with toppings, salads, desserts and beverages. $5, $3 ages 11 and under. 474-4938. Anderson Township.

Exercise Classes Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 513-227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

SATURDAY, JAN. 24

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Art & Craft Classes

Winter Travel Series: Wildlife of Madagascar, 2-3:30 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Members free; nonmembers pay daily admission. Registration recommended. 831-1711. Union Township.

Ukrainian Egg Decorating Class, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 1950 Nagel Road, Learn age-old technique of waxing Ukrainian eggs. Bring six uncooked eggs. $15. Registration required. Through March 28. 713-3541; www.lcresurrection.org. Anderson Township.

Art Exhibits My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 677-7600. Loveland.

Benefits Loveland Athletic Boosters Tiger Ball, 6 p.m. to midnight, Oasis Golf Club and Conference Center, 902 Loveland-Miamiville Road, To raise money for student athletes grades 7-12. Dinner, music, dancing, raffles and live and silent auction. Ages 18 and up. $100 couple, $50 single. Reservations required. Presented by Loveland Athletic Boosters. 505-3217; www.lovelandathleticboosters.com. Loveland.

Exercise Classes TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Amelia United Methodist Church, 19 E. Main St., Lower Level, Generations Room. Talk about healthier choices for living a healthier life. Ages 18 and up. Free. Presented by TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly. 800-932-8677; www.tops.org. Amelia. Spinning on Keiser M3 Freewheel, 8:45-9:45 a.m., Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. X-Fit Classes, noon, Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Music - Acoustic Acoustic Music, 7-11 p.m., American Legion Post 72, 497 Old Ohio 74, Free. Presented by CBB Production. 528-9909. Mount Carmel.

Nature Bird Walk, 8 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Free. Nonmembers pay daily admission. 831-1711. Union Township. Winter Hike, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Members $25; nonmembers $35. Registration required. 831-1711. Union Township. Orienteering Meet, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Live Oaks Career Development Campus, 5956 Buckwheat Road, Follow signs to registration area. For anyone that loves outdoors and solving problems. Using map, observation skills and wits, navigate course through local park visiting features in terrain marked on map. $10. Presented by Orienteering Cincinnati. 5751900; www.ocin.org. Miami Township.

On Stage - Theater A Reunion To Die For, 7 p.m., Anderson High School, $15. 232-2772; www.andersontheatre.com. Anderson Township. Woods’ Point: Interactive Dinner Show, 7-10:30 p.m., Schoolhouse Restaurant, $35. Reservations required. 201-7568; www.plottperformers.com. Camp Dennison.

SUNDAY, JAN. 25 Art Exhibits My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 677-7600. Loveland.

Recreation Tennis Classes, 4-5 p.m. Weekly through March 1., Mercy HealthPlex Anderson, 7495 State Road, Work on hand-eye-coordination, racquet skills, basic strokes and scoring. Beginners class at 4 p.m. Intermediate at 5 p.m. Ages 18 and up. $69. Registration required. Presented by Communiversity at UC. 5566932. Anderson Township.

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Anyone who loves the outdoors and solving problems is invited to an orienteering meet from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Love Oaks Career Development Campus, 5956 Buckwheat Road, Miami Township. Follow the signs to the registration area. Using map, observation skills and wits, participants navigate a course through a local park visiting features in the terrain marked on a map. Cost is $10. Presented by Orienteering Cincinnati. For more information, call 575-1900, or visit www.ocin.org. www.cincyhrd.com. Newtown.

Recreation

Open House, 2-4 p.m., Children’s Meeting House Montessori School, 927 O’Bannonville Road, Prospective parents tour eightacre campus and visit classrooms. Teachers available to answer questions, discuss handson classroom materials and talk about Montessori method. Free. 683-4757; www.cmhschool.com. Loveland.

Bingo Tuesday, 5 p.m., American Legion Post 72, 497 Old Ohio 74, $1-$15. 528-9909; www.stuartglugibuhl.com. Mount Carmel.

MONDAY, JAN. 26

Business Classes

Exercise Classes

T.A.L.K. Toastmasters of Milford, 7-8:30 p.m., St. Andrew Parish Center, 560 Main St., Discover how membership in Toastmasters will improve your speaking skills, increase your thinking power and build your self-confidence. Meets first and third Wednesdays of every month. Free. Presented by Milford T.A.L.K. Toastmasters. Through April 1. 378-7654; 2289.toastmastersclubs.org. Milford.

Strength & Balance, 9-9:45 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, Call for pricing. 9477333. Union Township. Spinning on Keiser M3 Freewheel, 9:30-10:30 a.m., 6:15-7:15 p.m., Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. X-Fit Classes, noon, Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. Strength & Balance, 2-2:45 p.m., Crossings of Amelia, Call for pricing. 478-6783. Amelia. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Literary - Libraries Preschool Storytime, 10-11 a.m., Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Enjoy books, songs, activities, crafts and more, while building early literacy skills. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Ages 3-6. Free. 369-4476; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. Loveland. Toddler Storytime, 11 a.m. to noon, Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, crafts, music and fun. For ages 18-36 months. Free. 369-4476. Loveland. Monday Night Crafts, 6-7 p.m., Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Yarnwrapped vase. Ages 18 and up. Free. 369-4476. Loveland.

TUESDAY, JAN. 27 Art Exhibits My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 677-7600. Loveland.

Exercise Classes X-Fit Classes, noon, Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. aqua ZUMBA, 1-1:45 p.m., Comfort Inn, 4421 Aicholtz Road, $5. Presented by Zumba with KC. 240-5180. Eastgate. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford. Tai Chi Workshop, 11 a.m. to noon, Yum’s Cincinnati Hwa Rang Do, 3603 Church St., Introduction to ancient art of relaxation, meditation and energy building. $15 per class or $69 for six weeks. 760-5986;

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 28

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Art Exhibits My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 677-7600. Loveland.

Dining Events WAVE Free Community Dinner, 6 p.m., Milford First United Methodist Church, 541 Main St., Part of Wednesdays Are Very Extraordinary event. Free; donations accepted. 831-5500; www.milfordfirstumc.org. Milford.

Exercise Classes Spinning on Keiser M3 Freewheel, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. X-Fit Classes, noon, Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Free. 478-6783. Milford. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford. Book Sale, 3-6 p.m., MilfordMiami Township Branch Library, 1099 Ohio 131, Variety of items for adults and children, including books, audiobooks, magazines, movies and music. Free admission. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 248-0700; www.clermontlibrary.org. Milford.

800-932-8677; www.tops.org. Amelia. Spinning on Keiser M3 Freewheel, 8:45-9:45 a.m., Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. X-Fit Classes, noon, Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 513-227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

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Project Feeder Watch, 9-11 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, Free. 831-1711. Union Township.

Brush Bot Challenge, 2 p.m., Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Teens make robot using basic electronics. Ages 12-17. Free. 369-4476; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. Loveland. Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Milford-Miami Township Branch Library, Free admission. 2480700; www.clermontlibrary.org. Milford.

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FRIDAY, JAN. 30 Art Exhibits My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 677-7600. Loveland.

Dining Events Fish Fry, 6-7:30 p.m., Dennis Johnson VFW Post 6562, $6$6.50. 575-2102. Milford.

Exercise Classes SilverSneakers Senior Stretch, 9 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, Call for pricing. 9477333. Union Township. X-Fit Classes, noon, Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 513-227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Music - Acoustic Acoustic Music, 7-11 p.m., American Legion Post 72, Free. 528-9909. Mount Carmel.

Music - R&B Basic Truth, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Macadu’s, 928 Ohio 28, Free. 248-0358. Milford.

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THURSDAY, JAN. 29

Book Sale, 1-5 p.m., MilfordMiami Township Branch Library, Free admission. 248-0700; www.clermontlibrary.org. Milford.

Scottish Rabbie Burns Dinner Celebration, 6-11 p.m., Receptions Banquet and Conference Center Loveland, 10681 Loveland Madeira Road, Celebrate life and works of Scottish poet, Robert Burns. Bagpipes and drums, highland dancing, Scottish country dancing and more. $26, $13 children. Reservations required. Presented by Caledonian Society of Cincinnati. 444-4920; www.caledoniansociety.org. Loveland.

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My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 677-7600. Loveland.

Project Feeder Watch, 9-11 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, Free. 831-1711. Union Township.

Backyard Maple Sugaring: A Hands-On How-To Workshop, 2-4 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, $5; nonmembers also pay daily admission. Registration required. 831-1711. Union Township. Winter Hike, 9 a.m., Sycamore Park, 4082 Ohio 132, Moderate three-mile hike through trails of Sycamore Park and the Wilson Nature Preserve. Meet at bridge. Free. Presented by Clermont County Park District. 876-9013; www.clermontparks.org. Batavia.

Literary - Libraries Toddler Playdate, 11 a.m. to noon, Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Meet new friends and socialize through unstructured play. Toys provided. For ages 18 months-4 years. Free. 369-4476. Loveland.

Exercise Classes Strength & Balance, 9-9:45 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, Call for pricing. 9477333. Union Township. Spinning on Keiser M3 Freewheel, 6:15-7:15 p.m., Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. X-Fit Classes, noon, Miami Athletic Club & Wellness Center, $10. Registration recommended. 831-0006; www.miamiathleticclub.org. Milford. Strength & Balance, 1-1:45 p.m., Crossings of Amelia, Call for pricing. 478-6783. Amelia. SilverSneakers Senior Stretch, 2:30-3:15 p.m., SEM Laurels,

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SATURDAY, JAN. 31 Art & Craft Classes Ukrainian Egg Decorating Class, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, $15. Registration required. 713-3541; www.lcresurrection.org. Anderson Township.

Art Exhibits My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 677-7600. Loveland.

Exercise Classes TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Amelia United Methodist Church, Free.

SUNDAY, FEB. 1 Art Exhibits My Father’s World, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., River Hills Christian Church, 677-7600. Loveland.


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Satisfy that mock turtle soup craving A couple of years ago I was walking through our patch of woods when I came across a large bucket nestled in the hillside. It was filled with silt so I decided to empty it. No kidding, that bucket was way heavier than it should have been. The reason? A snapping turtle tumbled out from the bottom. It was early spring so it was still hibernating. My first thought was turtle soup. I Rita pushed it back Heikenfeld into the bucket and had it hauled RITA’S KITCHEN up the hill. Long story short, no soup was made from that irritable creature. We let it go and it headed down the hill toward the river. That brings me to the single subject of today’s column: mock turtle soup. This will satisfy the many requests. Like goetta, mock turtle soup is a cherished heirloom recipe here. The former Cricket restaurant served a version, and St. Rita’s school serves it at their festival every year. Ron’s Roost on the west side has it on their menu, also. The original real turtle soup was made from green sea turtles. They’re an endangered species and most live in the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian oceans. Mock turtle soup originated in England in the mid 1800s. It later became popular in Germany. I don’t have room for all the recipes so check out my website Abouteating.com for more good ones. Some original mock turtle soups were made from calf’s brains. OK, so I’m glad that ground beef is the meat of choice now. If you don’t want to make it, Worthmore’s canned

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A can of Worthmore Brand Mock Turtle Soup.

mock turtle soup is a good bet. I spoke with Phil Haock, whose granddad started the business in the ’20s. Phil said they sell hundreds of cases a week from their Cincinnati facility. Some goes to former Tristaters who can’t go without their Worthmore. If you want to make your own, here are two reader favorites.

Granddad Robert J. Niehoff's Mock Turtle Soup Originally published in the Enquirer years ago. The notes indicate the soup “is one of the best�. 20 gingersnaps, preferably Nabisco 2 cups water 2 pounds ground beef 1 medium onion, diced 14 oz. bottle ketchup 1/2 cup Lea & Perrin's Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 teaspoons salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper

1 lemon, seeded, sliced thin 4 cups water, more or less 3 hard cooked eggs, crumbled Sherry Soak gingersnaps in 2 cups water and set aside. Brown beef in large heavy pot. Drain fat. Mash beef with potato masher while cooking for a fine texture. Stir in onions. Add ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, salt, pepper and lemon. Add 4 cups water, more or less. Simmer 1 hour. Add soaked gingersnaps, raising heat and stirring constantly 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in crumbled eggs. Serve hot with dash of sherry. Makes 6 servings.

John T's mock turtle soup

A good recipe from a good cook. 1-1/2 pounds ground beef 3 quarts HOT water 20 to 30 ginger snaps 1 large onion 1 medium carrot 1 lemon 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 14 oz. catsup 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 4 hard-boiled eggs (finely chopped) 2 tablespoons sherry (or vinegar) Small bag of pickling spice Place meat and ginger snaps in hot water and allow to stand 10 to 15 minutes. Grind or grate onion and carrot and add to mixture. Slice lemon paper thin and add to mixture. Add catsup, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Suspend bag of pickling spice into mixture. Cook over low heat for 2 to 3 hours. Stir frequently. Remove pickling spice. Add finely chopped eggs about 1/2 hour before finish. Add wine (or vinegar). When

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Garry Shouse stirs mock turtle soup at St. Rita Fest in Evendale in 2010.

cool, place in refrigerator until ready for use. Will keep a week or more. Can be frozen.

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I published the wrong number. They’re now at 513-5616776.

Rita Nader Heikenfeld is an herbalist, educator, Jungle Jim’s Eastgate culinary professional and author. Find her blog online at Abouteating.com. Call 513-248-7130, ext. 356.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Above all else, suicide is sad When I read Randy Kleine’s guest editorial in which somebody’s suicide was the topic, the first thing that popped into my head was that someone was dead, there are people who are going to miss him, and nothing they can do now can undo anything that’s happened. I doubt that Joshua’s suicide had anything to do with Joshua being “enraged” about anything. Based on my own personal experience with my brother’s suicide decades ago, I suspect that

Joshua simply felt sad and felt as if being dead would be better than going on living. Purporting to determine whose fault anybody’s suicide was is in exceedingly bad taste and serves no good purpose that I can see. Purporting to know who that was involved is a “Christian” and who wasn’t doesn’t make things any better. When you lose someone you love to suicide, you just go on grieving and you never get over it. You just carry some sadnesses to the grave.”

Paul Milewski Amelia

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CH@TROOM Jan. 14 question Some people have criticized recent school closings due to cold weather. What do you think about the practice of canceling classes when the mercury dips?

“I feel the policies that allow for canceling school simply because it is cold out are ridiculous. Sadly, we have become a litigation-fearing, over-coddling society of soft people. Here’s a suggestion, when it’s cold out, wear a coat. And maybe some gloves. There is no rocket science to this. If your kid is one of those that deems it critically important to wear T-shirts and shorts all year long, perhaps a couple of chilly mornings waiting for the bus would do him/her some good. The vast majority of kids I see waiting for the bus are properly attired, so a low temperature should be of no consequence. The media has become one of the chief enablers of the unnecessary school closings. One would hope for them be a little less dramatic hour after hour every time when two inches of ‘white death from the sky’ is forecast. Grow some backbone people.” M.J.F.

“I am a volunteer for a large public venue. We have had our days of shutdown, due to weather that, prior to the advent of litigation, heavy traffic, and what I call ‘common sense’ might have been ‘working’ days. I truly believe that the teachers view weather days as a delay in getting work done, increased possibility of extended years and a nightmare of reorganization. The administrative staff that makes these decisions probably view it as why we have paid sick days in almost every profession; to allow some flexibility in applying safe practices for all employees. “Only people that I truly

THIS WEEK’S QUESTION The city of Cincinnati released a report earlier this month which detailed a decrease in crime within the city. Do you feel safer, or safer, in the city than you have in the past? Why or why not? Every week we ask readers a question they can reply to via email. Send your answers to rmaloney@community press.com with Ch@troom in the subject line.

imagine cheer (other than the students), when a weather day is called, are those charged with the responsibility of transporting students. I’m betting that most of them are already up and getting to their buses on mornings, before the weather day is called, if there is any doubt. Just low temperatures have not affected any of the schools that I know, unless there were associated heating or water problems. Street conditions and forecast deteriorating weather becomes as much of a ‘let’s take a guess’ for the decision makers, as we sometimes see or blame the proclamations of weather forecasters. Yes, Virginia, there is climate change and it does.” D.B.

“There is an old saying: ‘Better safe than sorry.’ The schools are allotted a number of ‘safe’ days. If they use more than the allotment, days are added at the end of the school year. Frigid temperatures affect buses and parents’ cars used for transportation along with many other facets of running a school. I trust those making these decisions have safety as their main goal. They could evaluate using these off days for those ‘teachers in service days.’ Go Figure!”

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Adopt your next furry family member Cincinnati is one of the best places in the country to own a pet. With tremendous outdoor spaces, amazing health care facilities, and affordable maintenance costs, there are dozens of reasons why now might be the best time to consider adding a pet to your family. Pet ownership has tripled in the past 40 years, with more than 160 million pets in the United States, but there are still significant numbers of animals that need homes, especially those available in our local shelters and rescues. Despite such significant growth in pet ownership, estimates show that only 30 percent of all pets are adopted from animal shelters, leaving a huge population unadopted – nearly 3 million shelter animals are euthanized annually in the United States. The problem is not overpopulation; instead it is a callfor-action to educate the community that we can make a difference. Research from The Humane Society of the United States has found that more than 17 million homes are planning to add a pet to their family in 2015, but haven’t decided where to go to find their new furry family member. That means if just one in every five potential pet owners chooses to adopt an animal, they can help save the lives of millions of animals, that otherwise could be euthanized. Many animals end up in shelters and rescues through

no fault of their own. They are victims of circumstances beyond their control, such as an illness or Carolyn death in the Evans family, diCOMMUNITY PRESS vorce, growGUEST COLUMNIST ing family, family relocation, or improper training and preparation from owners. These pets are healthy, loving animals. Like any other pet, they might need training to fit into a family and home, as well as patience from their new family to help them adjust to their new surroundings, but adopting an animal presents benefits that help facilitate this transition. Animals from rescue organizations living in foster homes have already had experience in a home setting and many shelters have volunteers and staff members that help people and pets with training and obedience even before they are adopted. As an added bonus, adoption can help reduce many additional costs associated with new pet ownership. Not only are shelter animal adoption fees lower than buying from a pet store or breeder, but many of the adoptable animals in shelters and rescues have already been spayed or neutered and are vaccinated. There are so many wonderful reasons to adopt or rescue a pet. Cincinnati is helping to make it easi-

er for individuals and families who want to add a pet to their family, by once again bringing together the area’s best shelters and rescues to showcase their animals in one convenient location during Cincinnati’s official Pet Adoption Weekend. The region’s largest animal adoption event, My Furry Valentine, a nonprofit organization focused on bringing together adoptable animals and potential pet owners, is hosting its annual Mega Adoption Event at the Sharonville Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 14 and Feb. 15. With dozens of rescues and shelters, satellite adoption events around the city, and numerous vendors and advocacy groups participating, My Furry Valentine is hoping to find homes for 550 animals during the weekend event. The event is fun, familyfriendly and free to attend. This year’s My Furry Valentine is hosted by phoDOGrapher and presented by Top Dog sponsors IAMS and TriCounty Mall with additional financial assistance from The Joanie Bernard Foundation. Carolyn Evans is founder of My Furry Valentine, a nonprofit created in 2012 to raise awareness for the animal rescue community through a weekend-long animal adoption event. The annual gathering has found homes for more than 1,300 pets since inception. Visit www.myfurryvalentine.com.

How safe is the school playground? While the American public has received a steady diet of stories regarding security inside the nation’s schools, little front page attention has been given to the outside. Since elementary school children continue to enjoy recess periods on school playgrounds, should we examine safety and security preparations for these areas as well? Although the traditional recess period has disappeared from many elementary schools, it is still scheduled during the noon hour for most students with an additional morning or afternoon period for children in grades K-3. Very often the outside recess periods are the least secure time of any school day. In order to create the most secure playground area possible school officials should collaborate with local police officers to develop a basic security/ safety plan. This plan needs to include physical adaptations to the facility as well as specific procedures for playground supervisors to follow.. Most school playgrounds are adjacent to public streets and/or fields. As a result, they are openly vulnerable to unwanted visitors, predators and trespassers. If possible these areas should be surrounded by a fence and surveyed with

video cameras. A fence serves as a first line barrier that deters and prevents unauthorized Noel Taylor persons from COMMUNITY PRESS entering the GUEST COLUMNIST property. It also physically defines the boundaries of the play area and discourages public entrance during non school hours, thus decreasing potential liability situations for the school. Cameras and signs that denote their presence not only dissuade the admittance of unwanted persons, but record all movements that take place where children are playing. Officials can incorporate the use of cameras as part of their non-school hour security arrangements as well. The most important aspect of maintaining a safe and secure playground for children is how well staff members are coached to proactively supervise the play area. Such training should emphasize the need to roam the perimeter of the play area while maintaining a vigilant eye on the children, strangers, and suspicious vehicles. Emergency situations can occur at any time, especially

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when children are engaged in active play. Unforeseen incidents pose a constant threat. Bearing this in mind playground supervisors should have training in first aid and communication procedures. Basic first aid kits should always be available on the playground while each supervisor should carry a cell phone and panic button. School administrators should designate a staff member to inspect the playground and equipment each day before children use them. A visual inspection of equipment can easily detect dangerous loose fittings, screws, bolts, surface anchors, etc. while broken glass and other debris can be removed before they become a safety issue. The equipment should receive a complete inspection at least once a month. Other aspects of the safety/ security plan should include a list of rules, suggested organized activities and specifically outlined routines and signals to assure the orderly movement of children. So how safe is your local school’s playground? Check the school’s playground safety plan. Noel Taylor is a former Princeton City Schools administrator and a resident of Sharonville.

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Goshen girls hoops trying to stay on track By Nick Robbe nrobbe@communitypress.com

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Clermont Northeastern's Seth Chambers is ranked No. 17 in the state at 120 pounds in Division III by borofanohio.net.

CNE’s Chambers must push himself harder to reach goals By Nick Robbe nrobbe@communitypress.com

OWENSVILLE — Clermont senior Seth Northeastern Chambers made quick work of his Goshen opponent by getting a pin late in the first period of the first match of a tri-meet Jan. 14. That result is indicative of the way Chambers’ season has gone. According to him and coach Scott Wells, he has won 11 or 12 matches with the majority of them being won by fall. Wells said he suffered some tough losses including one against Williamsburg’s Kendall Johnson. “The next time I see him, I definitely will be improved and hopefully will beat him,� Chambers said. The coach added that Chambers had a good showing at the Madeira Invitational where he picked up wins against Norwood and Blanchester. “I have definitely picked it up since the beginning of the year,� Chambers said. “I’d like to extend my season into March

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Clermont Northeastern’s Seth Chambers weighs his options on how to attack his Goshen opponent after a restart in his Jan. 14 match.

and go to state.� Last year, Chambers split his four matches in the district meet. He won his first round match, lost in the quarterfinals, won his second consolation match and lost his third consolation match. Of course, he wants to do more than qualify for the state championship. He wants to place. Borofanohio.net currently

has him listed at No. 17 in the top-25 grapplers at 120 pounds in Division III. According to Chambers, this is the first time he has been ranked in the state. Despite that first-ever ranking at his current weight class, Chambers is looking to cut weight and move into the 113pound class. He feels this will give him a better chance of reaching his goal. Wells believes that goal is a possibility and said that Chambers just has to push himself more. “He has a shot if he keeps wrestling smart,� Wells said. “He has a little hump to get over and that all stems from pushing through practice.� Wells’ message of pushing through practice isn’t lost on Chambers. He acknowledges that there is work still to be done. “I definitely need to work harder in practice and put more time in outside of practice,� Chambers said. “I need to work harder all-around and not just in wrestling. I need to push myself more and more every day.�

GOSHEN TWP — During this recent stretch of games, Goshen High School head coach Dave Mason has focused more on the motivational aspects of coaching than the Xs and Os. He hasn’t forsaken game planning or anything like that. It’s just that with games against Bethel-Tate, Madeira, Georgetown, Hillsboro and Felicity-Franklin in succession, he’s had to keep his team thinking in the right direction. Felicity-Franklin, BethelTate and Georgetown are the top three teams in the Southern Buckeye Athletic and Academic Conference National Division, and Madeira is one of the better teams in the city. Five of the Warriors’ eight losses are against the aforementioned teams. In the Jan. 15 loss to Felicity, Goshen made some nice runs to cut into larger deficits. But, the Cardinals had answers by driving to the basket and scoring, or getting the offensive rebound and draw-

ing fouls. Going forward, Mason said they have to work on their weaknesses including limiting the other team’s offensive rebounding. “I try to keep them on track and let them know that this is going to make us better for the tournament,� he said. “It’s also going to get us ready for the second half of the league schedule.� The Warriors had an ideal game to snap the five-game skid as they opened up the week against a struggling Clermont Northeastern team. After that, it’s the biggest game of the season to this point as the Warriors go on the road to play SBAAC American Division frontrunner Western Brown. “We’re playing for the league,� Mason said. “We have to go to Western Brown, win and then win the rest of our leagues games.� The Broncos won the matchup 55-39 earlier this season. See GOSHEN, Page B2

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Goshen senior guard Courtney Turner drives to the basket during the 65-56 loss to Felicity-Franklin Jan. 15.

SHORT HOPS By Nick Robbe

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Âť Amelia defeated Goshen Jan. 12. Âť Walnut Hills beat Milford by 53 pins on Jan. 13. Junior Connor Fiasco led the Eagles with a 392 series. Nathan McGeorge led the Eagles with a 410 series. Âť McNicholas came in second with a 2,290 in a Jan. 15 tri meet with Dayton Carroll and Chaminade-Julienne. Patrick Verbryke had the high series with 393 for the Rockets.

Boys basketball Âť Milford defeated Turpin 72-48 Jan. 13 to stay unbeaten this season. Will Hannah led the Eagles with 14 points. Âť Mariemont defeated Clermont Northeastern 70-47 Jan. 13. Âť Goshen defeated Williamsburg 53-48 Jan. 9. Âť McNicholas lost to St. Henry 60-54 Jan. 13. Jacob Bradley led the Rockets with 17 points.

Girls basketball Âť New Richmond defeated Clermont Northeastern 46-31 Jan. 15. Âť Anderson defeated Mil-

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Milford’s Tyler Karen finishes first in the Heat One of the Boys 200-yard breaststroke.

ford 56-37 Jan. 10. The Eagles also lost a close game to Hughes 46-42 Jan. 14. Âť McNicholas snapped a twogame losing streak with a 60-46

win against Dayton ChaminadeJulienne Jan. 14. Payton Ramey led the Rockets with 15 points. Katey Byrne and Jaclyn Geygan each scored 14.

Girls bowling Âť Milford defeated Walnut Hills 2,044-1,801 Jan. 13. Sarah Schmidtgesling set a two-game series record with a 415. On Jan. 10, Alyna Hook set a

new three-game series record with a 543-pin total at the Eastern Cincinnati Conference /Southwest Ohio Conference challenge tournament. She helped the girls to a fourthplace finish out of 16 teams and became the Eagles’ first-ever first-team all-tournament selection.   Amelia beat Goshen by 20 pins Jan. 12.

Boys swimming Âť Milford defeated Lakota East 360-311 and Lakota West 353-242 Jan. 13.

Girls swimming Âť Lakota East defeated Milford 215-176. Lakota West beat the Eagles 188-177 Jan. 13.

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Milford High School inducts 2014 Hall of Fame class The Milford High School Athletic Department and the Milford Athletic Boosters Club announced the Milford Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee Class of 2014. Four individuals have been chosen by the Hall of Fame committee. They are:  Regina Rapp, Class of 1990 (Basketball, soccer, track & field)  Brett Frederick, Class of 1991 (Wrestling, football, track & field)  Logan Wallace, Class of 1998 (Soccer, football)  Lindsay Potrafke, Class of 2000 (Soccer, basketball) Hall of Fame night is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 23. Festivities will include a pre-induction reception and dinner for the new inductees, their families, friends and the current members of the Milford Hall of Fame. Induction ceremonies will be in the Fley Center Gymnasium prior to the Milford men’s varsity basketball game versus Anderson High School. Inductees will receive a plaque recognizing their athletic accomplishments from the Milford Athletic Boosters Club. A lifetime pass to all Milford Athletic Department events will also be presented. A replica of the plaque will be placed in the Milford Athletic Hall of Fame located in the Fley Center lobby at Milford High School. For more information, contact the Milford Athletic Department at 576-2208.

SIDELINES Knothole signups Amelia Knothole Base Registration for the 2015 season will take place 10 a.m. - noon, Feb. 7 and Feb. 14, at Bachelier Park, Lindale-Mount Holly Road. Players must reside in the 45102 zip code and must be at least 5 years old by May 1. Registration fee is $70 for one player ($50 for E-Ball) or $110 per family. Fees must be Paid at registration. For information, call Marty Heckard at 483-5991.

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Milford’s Brad Hall, shown against Walnut Hills, had 14 points against Glen Este.

Milford pushes win streak to 11 with Glen Este win By Shawn Sell School correspondent

On a night when Milford’s offense was held to its lowest output of the year, the Eagle defense rose to the occasion, posting a season-low in points allowed as the Eagles won their 11th straight, a 48-33 decision over Glen Este on Friday night, Jan. 16. The win streak is now the second-best in school history and keeps the Eagles in the driver’s seat in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference race at 7-0 (11-0 overall). Milford shot a respectable 41 percent from the floor and dominated the glass by a 4022 margin, but were uncharacteristically sloppy with the ball, finishing with a season-

high 17 turnovers. Brad Hall connected on 6 of 10 shots from the field, finishing with 14 points and grabbing six boards. Jack Engelman also had a solid performance, scoring 10 points and also snaring six rebounds. The Eagles again got off to a fast start as Hall (five points) and Engleman (four) keyed a 9-0 start. By the first quarter’s end, Milford held an 11-2 lead in a preview of things to come as defense ruled the night. The second quarter was more of the same as Milford started to pull away, opening a first half-best 13 point lead on a Ben Greenwell three with 2:11 to play. Greenwell’s triple was the final score of the half as the Eagles took a 22-9

lead into the locker room. Milford’s lead stayed in double figures throughout the third quarter and reached 19 on a Mitchell Wenzler jumper with 1:21 to go. Every Eagle got the opportunity to play in the fourth quarter and near halfway, Hall’s second long ball pushed the lead to 20 for the first time. Glen Este, which falls to 4-8 overall and 1-6 in the ECC was led by 10 points from Collin Fryman. The Trojans’ leading scorer, Zach Jones was limited to just three points. The Eagles will next open a three-game week on the road next Tuesday, traveling to McNicholas. Tip off is set for 7:30 p.m.

The Clermont Northeastern High School Sports Hall of Fame committee is accepting nominations for the 2015 inductions. The nomination form is available at www.cneschools.org and should be mailed to Barb Kelly, c/o Clermont Northeastern High School, 5327 Hutchinson Road, Batavia, OH 45103. The deadline is Feb. 1.

Goshen Continued from Page B1

Goshen’s game against Batavia Jan. 26 is followed by three straight road games including conference contests against Amelia and Norwood. The Warriors finish up the regular season by hosting New Richmond. From there, it’s on to the playoffs. “There is no one in our sectional that we can’t play with and beat,� Mason said. “Our girls have the pieces to the puzzle. They just need to put them together and make sure they don’t get off track.�

2015 Youth Baseball and Fastpitch Softball Registrations On-Line registration opened on December 1, 2014. For more information, check our website: www.milfordyouthbaseball.com

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Chester and I are learning to deal with change Howdy folks, We are doing good, me and Chester. At night he lays by my head and lays his head in my hand. Last week I had the noon meal with friends, the Lytles, at Bob Evans. It is wonderful when we can get together with friends. I went to the Methodist Church in Bethel for their noon meal at the Kitchen of Hope. The Kroger stores have been very generous with their day old bakery goods. It is always good to be with other folks to share stories and a meal. The attendance at the Kitchen of Hope is very good with folks that need a hot meal. I have noticed some of the folks need to have someone to talk to the same as food. One of the helpers at the meal fell and broke his neck. I was talking to Rodney, who fishes a lot. He said there were two of them fishing Monday before Christmas and both of them caught their limit of crappie. The size is 9 inches and the limit is 30, that is a bunch of fish. They don’t keep all the fish, these fellers just like to fish. Last Friday evening the 50 plus at the Methodist Church held their monthly meeting with a covered dish meal. There was a good turnout. One member is sick and we hope and pray Donna gets better. Also last Friday, the Grange held their monthly bake sale at the 360 Auction on

Mount Holly Road off Ohio 125. They had a good crowd with lots George of good Rooks items to sell. OLE FISHERMAN They like the buckeye balls Ruth Ann always made. They are made with peanut butter so I called Kroger at Amelia to see if they would make some for me. The young lady told me these were the first ones she had ever made, they were very good. One lady at Kroger said they won’t be as good as Ruth Ann made. The folks sure enjoyed the buckeye balls so my granddaughter Michelle said she would help me make some for the next sale. That will be wonderful just to have her and hubby here. I need to go this morning and get lumber for the boxes I am making for the Bethel Lions Club to put in businesses to collect used eye glasses. These glasses are sent to Pomroy to get recycled

so they can be sent to the Third World countries for the folks to be able to see. This is one of the projects the Lions do along with lots of other projects. One of the other projects is river blindness in Africa. The Lions are making headways in this. As I write this, Chester has come in and eaten more of his breakfast, now he is picking on the flowers behind me. He wants attention so I will quit writing for a little while and hold him. He went and set on the arm of my chair so we set there for a while then he jumped down and wanted out so that took care of the arm chair. Chester is doing good he has accepted the change in the household. I switched the lift chairs we set in and I got the one Ruth Ann set in. Chester did some

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looking the first time he saw it. Folks have been bringing food in for me. I sure appreciate all of it and the prayers I have gotten from folks that has sure helped. I have two wonderful girls Debby has sure helped me in changing different things and Pauline has brought me plenty of food. I am so blessed! Start your week by going to the house of worship of your choice and praising the good Lord. God bless all ... More later.

A list of programs for February, sponsored by the Clermont County Genealogical Society. They are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. inforAdditional mation can be found at: www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ohclecgs/ or 513-7233423. The programs are at the Doris Wood Library, 180 S. Third St. in Batavia, on the first Saturday of the month

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RELIGION Grace Baptist Church A free community breakfast is served from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. each Sunday. No reservations are needed, and all are welcome. A family-friendly breakfast will be served. The church is at 1004 Main St., Milford; www.gracebaptistmilford.org.

New Covenant Life Church Worship is 10:30 a.m. Sundays, followed by a noon meal and a second service at 1 p.m. The church is at 10059 Pleasant

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Trinity United Methodist Church Weekly Sunday services are traditional at 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. and contemporary worship (and children’s Sunday school) at 9:30 a.m. The church is at 5767 WolfpenPleasant Hill Road, Milford; 831-0262; www.trinitymilford.org

CHURCH OF CHRIST GLEN ESTE CHURCH OF CHRIST

509 Roney Lane Cincinnati Ohio 45244 T: 513.528.3200 E: admin@clconline.us

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

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

SOUTHERN BAPTIST CLOUGH PIKE BAPTIST CHURCH 1025 CLOUGH PIKE

Sunday School 9:30am Morning Worship 10:45am AWANA Ministry Wednesday 6:45 - 8:15pm Bible Study 7:00 - 8:00pm Youth grades 6-12 7:00 - 8:00pm Nursery provided for all services

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

CHURCH OF GOD GOSHEN CHURCH OF GOD

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

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UNITED METHODIST

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

Sunday School 10am; Morning Worship 11am; Sunday Evening Service 6pm; Wednesday Eve. Prayer Service & Bible Study, 7:00pm

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Incidents/investigations Assault At 200 block of Country Lake, Dec. 11. Burglary At 1400 block of Woodville, Dec. 6. Child abuse At 6800 block of Goshen Road, Dec. 9.

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GOSHEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6710 Goshen Rd, Goshen (across from Goshen High School) 513-722-2541 Sunday School - 9:30am Worship Service - 10:30am GUM Youth - 5:30pm-7:30pm every Sunday: 6-12th grades Jr. GUMY - 5:30pm-7:30pm 2nd Sunday @ month: 3-5th grades Email: goshenumc@fuse.net Follow us on Facebook OWENSVILLE United Methodist Church Sunday School 8:45am Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 "Room For The Whole Family" 2580 US 50 - Batavia 45103 Stonelick Township - 1/2 mile west of CNE Schools (513) 732-2208 myoumc.org

MIAMI TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations Stacy I. Riggs, 27, 15789 Bodman, theft, Dec. 9. Laurain Coomer, 66, 3717 Watterson, criminal mischief, theft, Dec. 11. Jeremy D. Flaker, 30, 2017 Weber Road, criminal trespass, Dec. 11. Mark D. Whalen, 36, 6362 Pawnee Ridge, theft, Dec. 12. Ronald P. Whisman, 36, 1427 Wade Road, domestic violence, Dec. 13. Bradlee J. Fray, 19, 8338 Sunrise Ave., drug possession, Dec. 14.

Incidents/investigations Breaking and entering Safe taken from Family Dollar; $2,100 cash at Ohio 131, Dec. 14. Burglary, criminal damage Entry made into vehicles in garage at 6600 block of Old Stable Road, Dec. 9. Criminal damage Window broken in vehicle at 800 block of Miami Ridge, Dec. 9. Window broken in vehicle at 1300 block of Woodlake Court, Dec. 10. Window broken in vehicle at 5500 block of Kay Drive, Dec. 14. Criminal trespass Trespassing on property at 2000 block of Weber Road, Dec. 11. Domestic violence At 1400 block of Wade Road, Dec. 13. Fraud Male stated credit card used

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with no authorization at 6400 block of Park Wood Court, Dec. 8. Illegal use of minor in nudity oriented material Nude pictures taken at 6000 block of Chamblee, Dec. 10. Robbery Purse grabbed from victim at Meijer at Ohio 28, Dec. 8. Theft Gasoline not paid for at Kroger; $92.21 at Ohio 28, Dec. 7. Drill bits taken from Home Depot; $462 at Ohio 28, Dec. 9. Clothes taken from Meijer; $83 at Ohio 28, Dec. 11. iPhone taken; $400 at 1400 block of Athens Drive, Dec. 11. Gasoline not paid for at United Dairy Farmers at Branch Hill Guinea Road, Dec. 12. Trailer taken from Car Mart; $5,000 at Ohio 28, Dec. 13. Beverages taken from Thornton’s; $6.57 at Ohio 28, Dec. 14. Unauthorized use 2014 Ford not returned to owner; $26,000 at 2000 block of Weber Road, Dec. 8. 2008 Chevrolet not returned to owner; $8,000 at 1100 block of Deblin Drive, Dec. 10.

MILFORD Arrests/citations Michael A. Price, 41, 301 Edgecombe, No. 6, disorderly conduct, Dec. 15. Sheila Price, 50, 2050 Oakbrook Place, disorderly conduct, Dec. 15. Jermaine L. Brewster, 20, 2050 Oakbrook Place, disorderly conduct, Dec. 15. Dylan M. Bray, 19, 201 Edgecombe, No. 11, theft, Dec. 15. Benjamin J. Thompson, 26, 8923 Preakness Drive, recited, Dec. 17. Jamaal C. Kelly, 23, 1881 Edgewater Drive, speed, Dec. 18. John E. Rhoten, 34, 519 Main St., driving under suspension, Dec. 18.

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Theft Reported at Walmart at 200 block of Chamber Drive, Dec. 15. Gasoline not paid for at United Dairy Farmers at 100 block of Chamber Drive, Dec. 16. Gasoline not paid for at United Dairy Farmers at 100 block of Chamber Drive, Dec. 18.

CLERMONT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Arrests/citations Juvenile, 15, vandalism - government entity, Dec. 11. Timothy A. Slone, 50, 2011 Ohio 133, Bethel, possession of drugs - marijuana, Dec. 11. Matthew Aaron Finney, 33, 1420 Ohio 125, No. 3, Amelia, domestic violence - knowingly cause physical harm, Dec. 12. Jeremy Michael Mason, 28, 2755 Ohio 132, No. 259 (homeless), New Richmond, possession of drugs, Dec. 16. Georgia K. Flaugher, 28, 367 Felicity Cedron Road, Georgetown, receiving stolen property, Dec. 16. Paul T. (Mio) Valentine, 31, 623 Harrison St., Felicity, possession of drugs - heroin, Dec. 16. Teresa F Crawford, 35, 1111 Ohio 133, Bethel, theft, Dec. 18. Jason Wayne Maffey, 38, 2270 Harvey Road, New Richmond, receiving stolen property, forgery, Dec. 18. Joanna Lea Morgan, 44, 1793 Ginn Road, New Richmond, endangering children - create substantial risk of harm, Dec. 15. Christopher L. Morgan, 46, 1793 Ginn Rd., New Richmond, endangering children - create substantial risk of harm, Dec. 15. Juvenile, 13, assault - knowingly harm victim, Dec. 18. Scottie J. Vanfleet, 30, 607 Markley Ave., Georgetown,

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DEATHS Susan Mary Anderson-Green Susan Mary (nee Peters) Anderson-Green, 60, of Goshen died Dec. 27. Survived by husband, Terry Anderson; children Christopher Allen Green and Scott Anthony Green; step-son, Brandon Anderson; siblings Sam, Terry, Save and Mike Peters; and grandchildren Savannah, Kaitlyn and Justin Green. Services were Jan. 2 at Evans Funeral Home, Goshen.

Hugh L. Briley Hugh L. “Les” Briley, 62, died Dec. 20. Survived by siblings Ken Briley, Barbara (Pat) Aluotto, Kendall (Mark) Gaddis and Joyce Briley; nieces and nephews Chris, Jeff (Julie) and Patrick Aluotto, Tracy (Mike) Rickard, Bunnie Wilson, Michelle, Kelley, Keri, Rebecca and Cody Hoban; great-nieces and great-nephews Sabrina, Alex, Greyson, Ryan, Madison, Lexi and Erica; and second families of Charlemar House and Jackson Center. Preceded in death by parents William K. and Jane Tayloe Briley. Services were Dec. 27 at St. Columban Catholic Church, Loveland. Memorials to. E. Roger Jackson Center, Charlemar House or Crossroads Hospice.

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Criminal damage At 6100 block of Misty Creek, Dec. 7. Disorder At 1700 block of Ohio 28, Dec. 8. Theft At 2100 block of Ohio 28, Dec. 7. At 1100 block of O’Bannonville, Dec. 10. Theft of vehicle At 7000 block of Goshen Road, Dec. 9.

Keith Crum, 50, of Milford died Dec. 21. Survived by daughter, Bonnie May Crum; grandson, Eoinn Matthew McGahey; and brother, Kenneth Crum. Services were Dec. 29 at Evans Funeral Home, Milford.

Robert A. Dowell Robert A. Dowell, 78, of Goshen died Dec. 29. Survived by wife, Monica Riehle Jones Dowell; son, Greg Dowell; daughter, Robin (Jody) Altom; grandchildren Christopher Dowell, Heather and Emily Altom, Chelsea (Nick) Toerner; great-grandchildren Conner Altom, Gracie Leyman and Elliana Toerner; step-children Deb, Bob and Bill Jones, Dorothy Metcalf, Diane Wakeland, Sandy Groulx and Mary Beth Coons; 10 step-grandchildren; adn five step-great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by parents Percy and Vernice Aber Dowell; first wife, Deanna Dowell; and sister, Janet Davidson. Services were Jan. 3 at Evans Funeral Home, Milford. Memorials to: American Cancer Society or Alzheimer’s Association.

James R. Holland James R. Holland, 80, of Goshen died Nov. 27. Survived by wife, Alice Mae (nee Redmon) Holland; children Fred (Pat), Gary, Rick (Pauline), Kenny and Mike Holland; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one great-greatgrandchild; siblings Bertha “Sis” Howell, Tom Holland, Ann Pettyjohn, Herbert Holand and John Dee Holland; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents Fred R. and Louise (nee Jones) Holland. Services were Dec. 3 at Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home, Goshen.

Darin Kevin Hornsby Darin Kevin Hornsby, 48, of Goshen died Dec. 23. Survived by wife, Kelly (nee Herron) Hornsby; step-children Molly Kathleen and Noah Danford; father, Luther Hornsby; brother, Luther Dean Hornsby; and nephew, Nathaniel Hornsby Preceded in death by wife, Ann (nee Vanhook) Hornsby. Services were Jan. 10 at Evans Funeral Home, Goshen. Memorials to: Prospect House Cincinnati, 682 Hawthorne Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45205.

Mary J. Jones Mary J. (nee Neumayer) Jones, 87, of Milford died Dec. 30. Survived by daughters Theresa (George) Dombi, Annmarie (Mike) Madges, Kathleen (Dave) Wilson and Patricia (Lou) DeBlasio; grandchildren Rachel and Madeleine Dombi, Matthew (Kelsey) and Meaghan Madges and Tony (Katie and Katie DeBlasio; great-grandchildren Harper and Michael Madges; a niece and nephews. Preceded in death by husband, David F. Jones; parents Arnold and Tessie Neumayer; and brothers Arnold and Carl Neumayer. Services were Jan. 3 at St. Andrew Church, Milford. Memorials to: Cottingham Retirement

Community, 3995 Cottingham Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241; or VITAS Hospice, 11500 Northlake Drive, Suite 400, Cincinnati, Ohio 45249.

Charles Mickles Jr. Charles Mickles Jr., 82, of Wayne Township died Jan. 2. Survived by wife, Mary E. (nee Johnson) Mickles; children Ernest, Randy, R. Wayne (Jan) and Justin Mickles and Angela (Albert) Stahl; grandchildren Chuck (Amy) Mickles, Anna (Gary) Mickles-Noble, Christina (Steve) Elam, Brian (Valerie), Adrian (Sarah), Scottie, Christopher (Audra) and Lindsay Mickles, Robin (Ryan) Ninichuck, David (Shelly) Stahl, Daniel (Aimee), Makayla and Kassie Stahl; 25 great-grandchildren; and siblings Edward Mickles, Ruth Kilgore, Beulah Collier, Irene Rienzo, Sue Barlow and Louise Witt. Preceded in death by parents Charles Mickles Sr. and Myrtle Craft-Mickles. Services were Jan. 5 at Owensville Church of Christ, Batavia.

Rhoda Virgie Mae Mobley Rhoda Virgie Mae (nee Hedge) Mobley, 93, of Milford died Jan. 4. Survived by brother, Ernest Hedge; children Nancy (Gary) Osborn, Carl (Laura) Mobley, Bill (Marilyn) Mobley; grandchildren Mark Mobley, Rob Osborn, Melissa Kester, Ryan (Rachel) Osborn, Jill Kephart and Michelle South; many great-grandchildren; and many family members and friends. Preceded in death by parents Willie and Fannie Workman Hedge; husband, Preston Elmer Mobley; and 11 siblings. Services were Jan. 7 at Evans Funeral Home, Milford.

Helen L. Vice Helen L. (nee Richards) Vice of Milford died Dec. 23. Survived by siblings Carrie Green and Henry Richards; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husband, Harry Vice Jr.; son, Harry Vice III. Services were Jan. 10 at Evans Funeral Home, Milford.


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CLERMONT COUNTY LIBRARY EVENTS Upcoming events at Clermont County Public Library branches. All events are free. Call the specific branch to register. Goshen Branch Library, 6678 State Route 132, 722-1221 Crochet » Beginner classes will be on Mondays; Jan. 26 and Feb. 2, 9 and 23. Whether an expert or novice, attendees ages 12-adult are invited to learn something new and create projects to wear or display. Bring a hook to class. » Check It Out book discussion at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11. This month’s title will be “Bonesetter’s Daughter” by Amy Tan. Books will be available at the library. » Family Fun Movie Night Monday, Feb. 17, from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Warm up at the library and watch our movie about two sisters in a snowy kingdom. We also will make a special snowman to take home. Milford-Miami Township Branch Library, 1099 State Route 131, Milford, 248-0700

» Preschool . Attendees ages 3-6 years are invited with parent or caregiver for stories, songs and more. Dates and times will be Wednesdays, Jan. 21, 28 and Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 11:30 a.m. » Toddlertime StoryTime. Attendees ages 18 months-3 years are invited with parent or caregiver for stories, songs, and more. Dates and times will be Wednesdays, Jan. 21, 28 and Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 10:30 a.m. » LEGO Club for ages 5-12 meets Saturday, Feb. 28, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. » The Milford-Miami Township Branch Book Sale starts Thursday, Jan. 29, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, Jan. 30, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, Jan. 31, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Used fiction and nonfiction books and materials audio/visual will be available. » Pajama Night will be Monday, Feb. 2, at 6:30 p.m. for ages 3-10. Read stories and explore sensory painting. » Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5. Discuss “Life after Life”

by Kate Atkinson. Copies will be available at the library. » Mystery Book Club discussion at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19. This month’s title is “The Cuckoo’s Calling” by Robert Galbraith. Titles are available at the library for checkout. » Chinese New Year Saturday, Celebration Feb. 21, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 5-12 are invited to join us for stories and games celebrating the Chinese New Year. Enjoy a snack and make a drum and lantern craft. Owensville Branch Library, 2548 US Route 50, PO Box 875, 732-6084 » Winter StoryTimes Thursdays through Feb. 19 at 11 a.m. » Family Night: “How to Love Your Dragon” Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 6:30 p.m. For ages 3-11. » Are UFO’s Visiting Ohio? Meet MUFON (Mutual UFO Network) of Ohio experts on the hunt for UFOs Saturday, Feb. 28, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Owensville Branch Library.

Cincinnati ToolBank welcomes new board members The Cincinnati ToolBank welcomes two new board members to its roster: Jeff Brogan, vice president and general manager, of WCPO and Chad Kolde, audit manager from Barnes Dennig. “It’s truly an honor to be selected to serve on the board for a dynamic, organization growing that helps so many different non-profits in the Tristate area, Brogan said. ToolBank Board of Directors and executive director Kat Pepmeyer shares in the enthusi-

asm. “We are thrilled to have Jeff and Chad join our team and look forward to the diverse skill sets each of them brings to the table. We anticipate a very exciting and impactful year in 2015!” The Cincinnati Community ToolBank is a nonprofit tool lending program that serves charitable organizations by putting high-quality tools in the hands of the volunteers who are planting trees, repairing seniors’ roofs, landscaping public spaces, and more, guaranteeing that

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POLICE REPORTS Continued from Page B4 receiving stolen property, Dec. 15. Jonathan Simon Lewis, 46, 276 Sherwood Court, Batavia, domestic violence, Dec. 15. Ronald Allen Gibson, 30, 5733 Windsor Hill Drive, Apt. 1, Cincinnati, possession of drugs marijuana, Dec. 15. Robert Alex Brockman, 20, 100 University Lane, Apt. 211, Batavia, domestic violence, Dec. 16. Mark Louis Wile, 29, homeless, burglary, Dec. 16. Adam W. Bauer, 26, 3987 Brandychase Way-Apt 203, Cincinnati, burglary, Dec. 16. Joshua Daniel Bonomini, 34, 81 Wolfer Drive, Amelia, receiving stolen property, Dec. 21. Melissa Lou Nally, 32, 1909 Laurel Moscow Road, Moscow, assault, Dec. 16. Tasha A. Barrett, 30, 2220 Berry Road, Amelia, possession of drugs - marijuana, drug paraphernalia, Dec. 17. Candace Louise Tumbleson, 40, 2061 Ohio 125, No. 183, Amelia, fugitive from justice, Dec. 17. Ronald Scott Hedrick, 48, 350

Caroline Street, New Richmond, drug paraphernalia, Dec. 17. Zakary Hedrick, 24, 1560 Bethel New Richmond Road, New Richmond, open container liquor, Dec. 17. James John Tremper, 40, 401 Green St., Chilo, possession of drugs - marijuana, Dec. 17. Tiffany Marie Garren, 31, 2780 Lindale Mount Holly Road, Amelia, possessing drug abuse instruments, drug paraphernalia, Dec. 18. M. Anne Kramer, 55, no address given, assault - knowingly harm victim, Dec. 17. Juvenile, 16, domestic violence, Dec. 18. Eric Curtis Ratcliff, 59, 2603 Greenup St., Covington, public indecency - engage in masturbation viewed and affront another person who is a minor, Dec. 19. Gregory Martin Holthaus, 40, 112 Hill Top Lane, Moscow, open container liquor, Dec. 18. Paul Allen Kaesheimer, 32, 591 Ohio 222, Felicity, obstructing official business, receiving stolen property, Dec. 19. Russell A. Fuller, 27, 1201 Stonelick Woods Drive, Batavia,

possession of drugs - marijuana, Dec. 20. Daniel Aaron Noble, 23, 4272 Cider Mill Drive, Cincinnati, possession of drugs - marijuana, Dec. 20.

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Handing over all the insurance money at once risky This is a warning about something that happens all too frequently and that can sometimes cause major headaches. It has to do with checks you receive from your insurance company for damage you incurred. In August, 2013, Sharon Ward was told she needed a new roof for her With-

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Ward to cover her deductible. All that added up to about $6,000. “He used to, when I text or call him, he would call back and give me many creative stories. But then it got to the point this year where he wouldn’t even respond at all,� Ward says. The roofer’s contract

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knew the sales rep very well and he worked for the company. That’s apparently how they’ve always done it. If it was a stranger I would never have done that – so live and learn.� Ward filed a complaint with police and now the case, accusing the contractor of theft, is going to court. The contractor also faces a similar charge in Hamilton County where he is accused of doing the same thing to a Mariemont man. Remember, to protect yourself don’t pay more than 10 upfront, except for special order items, and only pay additional sums as the work is completed. Check with the local building department to see if permits are required and, if so, add that to the contract. Make sure to get the job inspected before final fees are paid, and get a receipt showing all workers and suppliers have been paid in full.

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