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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2014

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Cheviot Fire receives helpful donation Department able to replace ‘Jaws of Life’ By Kurt Backscheider kbackscheider@communitypress.com

CHEVIOT — Fire Chief Robert Klein is looking forward to getting new extrication equipment for the department. He said the extrication rescue tool, or “jaws of life,” the department uses is more than 25 years old and in need of replacement. “Its blades are not sufficient for cutting through some of the newer metals used today,” Klein said. Thanks to the Cheviot Cultural Development Committee and the Cheviot Firemen’s Association, the department will soon have a new extrication tool. The department received a

$1,650 donation to use toward the purchase of new equipment. “With the way our budget is shrinking every year, we need all the help we can get,” Klein said. “We really appreciate the donation.” In conjunction with the Cheviot Firemen’s Association, the city’s new cultural development committee raised the money this past fall during its inaugural Cheviot Music & Arts Festival. Cheviot City Councilman Jeff Baker, a member of the committee, said the purpose of the group is to promote arts and culture throughout Cheviot while also giving back to the city. City officials are looking for ways to encourage economic development in the city, and he said promoting and attracting the arts is one way to boost the

economy. “This is the start of what we want to accomplish here in Cheviot,” Baker said. “To turn the empty stores and spaces into quaint shops, it starts with the culture.” He said the music and arts festival was the first of many events the committee is planning to bring people to the neighborhood and highlight the city’s amenities. “The money we raised from the Cheviot Music & Arts Festival will certainly go a long way. I think it makes everyone feel good about the committee and gives us hope we can continue to build upon the success.” The committee will raise money to improve the city’s parks and recreation facilities in 2014, he said.

The Cheviot Cultural Development Committee presented $1,650 to the Cheviot Fire Department for use toward the purchase of new extrication equipment. The donation was from proceeds from the committee’s inaugural music and arts festival this past fall. From left: Cheviot Firemen’s Association members Joe Williams and Ken Henry, Cheviot Cultural Development Committee member Linda Bernhardt, Cheviot Councilwoman Amy Richter, Councilman Jeff Baker, Cheviot Firemen’s Association President Dave Nienaber and Cheviot Fire Chief Robert Klein. THANKS TO ROBERT KLEIN

Mercy supports workshop in S. Sudan WESTWOOD — Mother of Mercy High School is happy to share that the school’s $10,000 winnings from a social media contest held over the summer have been put to great use. The school was the winner in the medium category of the national Social Madness competition, hosted by the American City Business Journals. Mercy donated the money to Mercy Beyond Borders, a group founded by Sister Marilyn Lacey, a Sister of Mercy, which is the organization who sponsors Mother of Mercy. Over the holiday break, Lac-

“We are thankful of the relationship ... and are inspired by the work they do for women and children,” JENNY KRONER JACKSON

Mercy spokeswoman

ey traveled to South Sudan, where a leadership training week took place for 42 young women scholars. Lacey wrote, “Thanks to Mother of Mercy’s amazing efforts, we were able to provide a leadership workshop that focused on three topics: leadership development, genderbased violence and computer skills. Despite the violence that erupted 100 miles away at that same time, 42 young women were able to take part in the workshop. I am so proud of these scholars, they are really growing in wisdom, age and grace.” Jenny Kroner Jackson, spokeswoman for Mercy High School, said winning the contest allowed students to witness how far the Circle of Mercy can stretch. “We are thrilled that we were able to provide this opportunity for the women of South Sudan and we are thankful of the rela-

SAINTS AMONG US B1 Seton students, staff serve throughout city.

Women in South Sudan take part in a workshop focused on leadership development, gender-based violence and computer skills as part of a program sponsored by Mercy Beyond Borders. Mother of Mercy High School donated $10,000 it won in a social media contest this past summer to Mercy Beyond Borders to support the leadership workshop. THANKS TO JENNY KRONER-JACKSON

tionship we have formed with Sister Marilyn and Mercy Beyond Borders and are inspired by the work they do for women and children,” Jackson said. “While the workshop was not in any imminent danger, Sister Marilyn shared that it was still an anxious time for all involved as students and trainers alike were both worried about the safety of friends and family elsewhere.” To learn more about Mercy Beyond Borders, visit mercybeyondborders.org.

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Felicity Rorke presents a lesson on gender-based violence to a group of women in South Sudan as part of a Mercy Beyond Borders program. Mother of Mercy High School donated $10,000 to Mercy Beyond Borders. THANKS TO JENNY KRONER-JACKSON

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BRIEFLY Clarification

The windstorm mentioned in Betty Kamuf’s column in the Jan. 1 Western Hills Press was July 7, 1915. The year was omitted from print versions of her column.

Three Rivers tax budget available

The annual tax budget of the Three Rivers Local School District is available to the public.

Copies of the report are available for public inspection in the Treasurer’s Office at the District Office, 401 N. Miami Ave., Cleves, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

Saints for Life fundraiser Jan. 12

The Mother Seton Knights of Columbus will host a “paddle party” to benefit the Seton High School group Saints for

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Life Sunday, Jan. 12, at the Knights Hall, 4109 W. Eighth St., across from St. William Church in West Price Hill. Saints for Life is a prolife club that seeks to support all life issues in a manner consistent with Catholic teaching. Proceeds from this event will go towards expenses for the girls participating in the March for Life in Washington Jan. 22. Paddle sales begin at 3:30 p.m.; bidding starts at 4 p.m. Vendors include Thirty One, Mary Kay and others. Split the pot and basket raffle chances will be offered and dollar hot dogs, snacks, baked goods and beverages will be available for purchase. Bring a baby item and receive a free raffle ticket. Bring your quarters, bring your friends and spend a fun afternoon helping raise money for these young women of faith. For more information, contact Cathy Lanzillotta at 513-482-0963 or e-mail cptcat19@gmail.com.

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2014 Tony Pagano Memorial K. of C. Italian dinner

The St Joseph Council of the Knights of Columbus will sponsor an Italian dinner, 5 p.m.to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, at Our Lady of the Visitation School Cafeteria (multipurpose room). Entrees will include spaghetti with marinara sauce, chicken alfredo and meat lasagna. Side items include: Caesar salad, garden salad, broiled zucchini and potatoes with parmesan crust, sautéed green beans with tomatoes and basil, and Italian desserts. Drinks include ice tea, hot tea, coffee, soda and bottled water. Price: Ages 11 and older, $12; ages 10 and under $6. Presale tickets are available after weekend Masses. Additional information is available at www.stjosephkofc.org or call 513-470-7557. Proceeds will be used for local K. of C. charity programs.

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4990 Glenway Ave., will present “The 39 Steps‚” from Thursday, Jan. 23 through Sunday, Feb. 16. Mix an Alfred Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theater. The show, which is a Tony Award winner, was Broadway’s longest-running comedy. Tickets are $24 for adults and $21 for students and senior citizens. Call the box office at 241-6550 or visit http://bit.ly/clc39steps to purchase tickets.

Cornhole tournament benefits West Side Cub Scouts

Registration is now open for the annual Cornhole Tournament at St. Aloysius Gonzaga in Bridgetown. The tournament, open to amateur players ages 21 and older, begins at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, in the school gymnasium, 4390 Bridgetown Road. The tournament is limited to 64 teams and has a two-loss format. The first place team will win $200

and the second place team will receive $100. Proceeds from the competition benefit Cub Scout Pack 187, which is comprised of Scouts from St. Aloysius and St. Martin. Registration is $30 per team and includes the tournament fee, soft drinks, coffee, snacks and appetizers. Cash only, no credit cards accepted. Bottled beer will be sold and there will be hourly split-the-pot raffles. Spectators are welcome, and the admission charge for non-players is $5. To register, contact Lesley Hench at 490-1840 or saintalscornhole @gmail.com.

Old Cheviot photos sought

A committee is looking for old photos of Cheviot for a project to commemorate the city’s 200th anniversary in 2018. Photos can be sent to: Fire Chief Bob Klein, Cheviot City Hall, 3814 Harrison Ave., Cheviot, OH 45211. Committee members include Rich Martin, and Tony and Roberta Michel.

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World War II veteran awarded medal from France By Kurt Backscheider

kbackscheider@communitypress.com

WEST PRICE HILL —

More than six decades after helping liberate France during World War II, Robert Zwick has received the highest decoration the French government bestows. The lifelong West Sider was presented the French Legion of Honor medal during a ceremony Monday, Nov. 25, at St. William Church, where he is a parishioner. “It is a fantastic honor. I’m very humbled,” said Zwick, who served in the U.S. Army during the war. “It is awesome for me to be here this morning.” The 88-year-old Delhi Township resident grew up in East Price Hill and attended Elder High School before transferring and graduating from the city’s aviation high school in 1943. Immediately after graduation, he enlisted in the military. “Like every other guy, I wanted to come to the defense of the country,” Zwick said. “That was the feeling among most young men at the time.” Wanting to avoid the water, he signed up for the U.S. Army. “I didn’t know if I’d be in the Air Corps or what, but I ended up in an Army infantry division,” he said. He completed training at Camp Gruber and Fort Sill, and said he was shipped overseas to Europe in January 1945

U.S. Army veteran Robert Zwick proudly displays his Legion of Honor medal below the other war medals he received for his service during World War II. PHOTOS BY KURT BACKSCHEIDER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

with the Army’s 42nd Infantry Division, which was called the Rainbow Division. From January to March 1945, Zwick said his division made its way across France. He served with a field artillery battalion, responsible for positioning and firing guns and howitzers. “Then there was a big offensive and the German line was broken open,” he said. His division crossed into Germany, and he said they participated in the capture of such cities as Schweinfurt, Nuremburg, Heidelberg, Wurzburg and Munich. “After we crossed the Rhine River our division’s responsibility was to go up and down the Danube

River, clearing all the German positions,” he said. Looking back on the war, Zwick, who reached the rank of corporal before returning home to Cincinnati in April 1946, said it’s amazing how the country came together. “Before the war, here we were with a military force that had100,000 people in it,” he said. “And it grew to 15 million people, men and women. Gee whiz, and we weren’t professional soldiers. We were farmers and teachers and mechanics. We were trained and we learned to become professional soldiers real quick.” The Rev. Andrew Umberg, pastor of St. William, pinned the Legion of Honor medal on Zwick during the award ceremony, which was conducted in front of St. William School students. Umberg told the students patriotism is important, and said ever since Christianity was legalized by the Roman empire serving one’s country has been an important part of Christian piety. “Civil governments need to be protected. Citizens of a country need to be protected,” he said. “If you want to honor the Greatest Generation, be loyal to your parents, your pastor and your teachers,” he said. “Then the word freedom will have a genuine meaning, not just an empty word.”

Robert Zwick, left, is awarded the Legion of Honor medal by the Rev. Andrew Umberg, pastor of St. William Church.

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Students urged to prevent bullying By Kurt Backscheider kbackscheider@communitypress.com

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nize the series, which she said offered students segments on cyberbullying, how to recognize bullying and how to intervene when bullying is taking place. The final segment featured a presentation by Keenan West, a Cincinnati native and motivational speaker who focuses on anti-bullying and bully prevention. “Bullying isn’t something that we’ve addressed in a large manner like this before,” McNabb said. “We decided to start talking about it and empower our kids to stop it.” In a school as large as Oak Hills, even though it has many great students and vigilant teachers, she said instances of bullying are bound to happen. She said bullying doesn’t discriminate and it takes place in every school.

“I think it’s a problem everywhere,” she said. The series delivered the message to students that preventing bullying begins with them as individuals, and encouraged students to stand up for their classmates when they see acts of bullying and also tell adults and teachers when they recognize it’s happening, McNabb said. Students were encouraged to complete a survey about the program when it wrapped up, which she said asked students if they enjoyed it, if they feel better prepared to stop bullying and what they learned from the series. “We’ve been getting very positive feedback from students,” she said. Oak Hills staff are looking into presenting additional anti-bullying programs later this school year, she said.

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A little rain didn’t dampen the “spirits” at St. Catharine School – they just moved the parade into the gym. Students played a game, danced to the “Macarena,” the “Chicken Dance” and did the “Hokey Pokey.” Everyone had a great time.

St. Catharine School sixth-graders Maddie Murphy, Ella Schultian and Mia Carter dance the Macarena. THANKS TO MINDY PLACKE

St. Catharine fifth-graders Grace Spieser, Lainey Ryan and Autumn Rabanus pose for a picture while waiting to parade around the gym. THANKS TO MINDY PLACKE

St. Catharine second-graders Leah Horn and Elizabeth Kamphaus show off their devil costumes during the parade. THANKS TO MINDY PLACKE

St.Catharine second-graders Gidey Desbele, Collin Lowe and Maggie Ebert show off their costumes as they parade around the gym. THANKS TO MINDY PLACKE

St. Catherine School secretary Karen Corwell and Principal Mary Ann Bernier wish everyone a healthy Halloween dressed as peas and carrots. THANKS TO MINDY PLACKE

St. Catharine eighth-graders Alexis Linden, Claire Ellerhorst, Avery Roedig and Danny Spetz along with Mr. Chicken, Pete Ralles, lead the school in the Chicken Dance. THANKS TO MINDY PLACKE

St. Catharine fourth-grader Sylvie Wright is a favorite book character as the Invisible Man. THANKS TO MINDY PLACKE

St. Catharine eighth-graders Sunni Hyde, Millie Poehner and Beatrice Borgert do the Hokey Pokey with their second =-grade buddies Mackenzie Stiggers and Claire Hofmann. THANKS TO MINDY PLACKE

St. Catharine seventh-grade teacher Carol Seitz was dressed as her favorite "Duck Dynasty" character. THANKS TO MINDY PLACKE

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Florida trip proves to be special for Elder hoops Miller named tourney MVP

By Tom Skeen tskeen@communitypress.com

PRICE HILL — The jolly man with the white beard and red suit was extra kind to the Elder High School basketball team this year. After opening Santa’s presents Dec. 25, the Panthers traveled to Florida Dec. 26 where they played three games in three days to win the Fort Lauderdale Holiday Classic. “It was a lot of fun,” coach Joe Schoenfeld said. “We played pretty well and getting the win, especially coming off a loss (to Walnut Hills Dec. 21) in our last game before we left. It was fun to get back on track and get some wins down there.” Junior Brad Miller was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player and led the Panthers to a come-from-behind 6254 victory over Atlantic in the semifinal game Dec. 27. He was held scoreless in the first quarter, but exploded for 27 points over the final three quarters. “He’s playing with a lot of confidence and he understands what we’re looking for him to do,” Schoenfeld said of Miller. “… He’s a little stronger this year so I think he’s able to take the ball to the basket a little more and finish through contact and do more offensively than just be a shooter.” Senior Devin Pike was named to the all-tournament team and is second on the team with 13 points per game and ranks third in the Greater Catholic League with 7.5 rebounds per contest. “… I think now being a senior he feels a little more comfortable and confident in the post,” Schoenfeld said. “… He looks good and looks more relaxed and poised and he realizes he’s a

Elder players and coaches celebrate with the Fort Lauderdale Holiday Classic trophy after defeating Westminster Academy 53-38, Dec. 28 to win the title. THANKS TO @ELDERBASKETBALL ON TWITTER

load (in the low post). He can finish with either hand, he can shoot, he’s hit some 3’s for us this year, so he can do a little bit of everything.” As crazy as it sounds, much of the Panthers’ success (7-1 as of Jan. 2) can be attributed to a 79-70 win over Princeton in their season opener. Trailing by double digits in the first half, the Panthers dug out of the hole giving them some momentum to start the season. “It sounds crazy to say the first half of basketball in your first game can be kind of crucial for you, but for us I think it was,” the coach said. “… It was a big

confidence booster that we were able to (comeback).” It’s impossible to say if the early momentum of the season will carry over throughout, but Schoenfeld hopes the bond created between the team, coaches and parents in Florida will lead to another Christmas present come February and March. “We have a bunch of guys in different grades and the kids spent time together, as well as the parents, so it gave us a great chance to hang out, socialize and bond a little bit. It was definitely a good experience and we’ll see what it means, as far as the games go, when we come back.”

From left: Elder senior’s Austin Cipriani, Thomas Autenrieb, Justin Tebbe and Michael Jones celebrate with the trophy after the Panthers won the Fort Lauderdale Holiday Classic Dec. 28. THANKS TO @ELDERBASKETBALL ON TWITTER

Seniors guide Oak Hills to 3rd straight title By Tom Skeen tskeen@communitypress.com

GREEN TWP. — The Oak Hills boys’ swim team continues to prove they are the best of the west. For the third consecutive season the Highlanders won the Best of the West swim meet at Gamble Nippert YMCA held Dec.17, knocking off the likes of La Salle, Fairfield, Elder and Taylor. Senior Brian Walker took home the 200-yard individual medley title, while fellow senior Nate Smith was crowned 100yard backstroke champion. Smith and Walker were also part of the 200-yard medley relay and 400-yard freestyle relay team’s who were also crowned champions. “The guys were really excited about it,” coach Katie Hunter said. “It’s one of their favorite meets and obviously, on the West Side (of Cincinnati) it’s a big meet. We tried some kids in some different (events) and it worked out for us. Everybody stepped up and had a good meet.” The strategy of matching the best-of-the-best against each other paid dividends for Oak Hills, as Hunter’s team never trailed throughout the meet. “It was a matter of looking at the other teams and just maneuvering around and placing people against other teams’ swimmers with strengths and spreading points out evenly,” the coach said. “We looked at where their swimmers were

From left, front, Brett Bellman (kneeling), Will Mullen, Matt Nichols and Ben Millard; back row, assistant coach Bob Wingerberg, Matt Knebel, Danny Reichwein, Eric Blessing and coach Hollis Haggard celebrate after La Salle won the Holiday Classic at Eastern Lanes Dec. 28 with a score of 4,404, beating Northwest by 94 pins. THANKS From left, Oak Hills seniors Leland Hoffman, Jonathan Wohlfrom, Nick McManis, Nate Smith, Brian Walker, Spencer Dennis and Alex Budke celebrate after winning the Best of the West swim meet Dec. 17 at Gamble Nippert YMCA. It’s the third consecutive season the Highlanders have won the event. THANKS TO KATHY WOHLFROM

and we were able to put some of our better swimmers against them and earn some points.” Smith and Walker join a group of seniors, which includes Leland Hoffman, Jonathan Wohlfrom, Nick McManus, Spencer Dennis and Alex Budke. They have been swimming together for four years now and will always be able to say they are three-time Best of the West champions. “They were all definitely excited,” Hunter said of the group. “They were excited they closed it out on (a winning) note.” Each and every one of the seven seniors have impressed Hunter this year and set a standard for future Highlander swimmers. “That group of guys has al-

ways been hard-working, motivated and dedicated,” she said. “To say anyone has stepped up more than another, they’ve all really done that.” As the season hits the midway point and the Christmas break comes to an end, the preparation for besting their fifthplace finish at last season’s Greater Miami Conference meet is underway. “We are finishing up our Christmas break training and the guys are working really hard the two weeks we’ve been out of school. When we get back we will start focusing on speed work and sprint-type stuff as we come down the ladder and get ready for the tournament meets.”

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La Salle bowlers roll deep en route to Holiday Classic title By Tom Skeen tskeen@communitypress.com

MONFORT HEIGHTS — The La Salle High School bowlers are without a doubt rolling deep right now. The Lancers won the Holiday Classic at Eastern Lanes Dec. 28 with a score of 4,404, taking down the likes of Northwest (4,310), Middletown (4,305) and Oak Hills (4,229), all of whom rank in the top four in The Cincinnati Enquirer Division I area coaches’ poll. “We got real close in a bunch of tournaments last year and for us to go in there against a big field on a stage like that and finally win a tournament is pretty fun to be a part of,” coach Hollis Haggard said. “It’s so hard to win a tour-

nament, period, and then to win a tournament with as many good teams as there are in the Southwest area, it makes it even more special.” Haggard’s veteran squad features five returning bowlers from last season, including Matt Nichols, Will Mullen and Eric Blessing – all of whom earned first-team All-Greater Catholic League honors last season. Nichols was on fire at Eastern Lanes, bowling a 289, 225 and 279 for a tournament high 793 series, setting a new school record and earning him all-tournament honors. Ben Millard and Danny Reichwein round-out Haggard’s top five who have a sense of calmness over them See BOWLING, Page A7

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CATCHING UP WITH COLLEGE ATHLETES

Georgetown College sophomore Tayler Godar, a 2012 Taylor High School graduate, qualified for the NAIA National Cross Country Finals in Kansas City on Nov. 23. THANKS TO GEORGETOWN COLLEGE

Tayler Godar

Georgetown College sophomore Tayler Godar, a 2012 Taylor High School graduate, qualified for the NAIA National Cross Country Finals in Kansas City on Nov. 23. Godar finished eighth a season ago at this race, just on the outside of national qualifiers. However, she dropped 20 seconds, 19 minutes 31 seconds, in her sophomore-season finish and left no doubt about making it to Kansas. “All our women ran well,” said GC coach Todd McDaniel. “It was an exciting race. Shawnee State took three of the top five spots, but Tayler did a nice job of staying with that pack that also included Cumberlands’ Danielle Hoop.”

Junior Tony Miliano of Elder (14) speaks with back-up kicker Andrew Gantz (55) and long snapper Jon Vincent of Loveland (47) at the Belk Bowl Dec. 28.

Local Bearcats wrap up season Freshman Ryan Leahy got reps this season as an offensive lineman.

All stars

College of Mount St. Joseph men’s soccer teammates Brandon Burns, a Ross High School graduate, and Bryson Lewis, a Blanchester High School grad, have been named to the AllHCAC teams. Burns, a freshman forward, was named Second-Team All-HCAC while Lewis, a senior midfielder was selected Honorable Mention All-Conference. Burns played in 17 games this fall, 13 as a starter, and led the Mount in goals (four), points (eight) and gamewinning goals (two). Lewis saw action in 17 games, 15 as a starter, in 2013, and recorded one goal, and one assist this for three points. This is the first such award for both Lions’ players.

Corey Mason is a junior linebacker out of Elder.

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Boys basketball

» Taylor managed just 14 first-half points in a 76-33 loss to Amelia Dec. 30. Junior Zack Fulton led the Yellow Jackets with 12 points.

UC senior Austen Bujnoch out of Elder had to watch the Dec. 28 Belk Bowl from the sideline on crutches due to injury.

Girls basketball

» Mercy topped Centennial (GA) 65-56, Dec. 30. Senior guard Emily Budde led the way with 19 points for the Bobcats.

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when it comes to big, pressure moments. “They’ve been there before and seen what tournament style bowling is,” the coach said. “Bowling a tournament and bowling a match is totally different. The first time you bowl a tournament you’re super nervous and once you’ve been down that road three or four times prior, it makes it just that much easier.”

Kevin Hyland is a sophomore linebacker out of Elder for the Bearcats.

The University of Cincinnati Bearcat football team again included several area players from the Community Press/Community Recorder coverage area. Under Coach Tommy Tuberville, the Bearcats were 9-4 and played again in the Belk Bowl in Charlotte, NC on Dec. 28. Photos by Scott Springer

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EDITORIALS | LETTERS | COLUMNS | CH@TROOM

CH@TROOM Dec. 11 question Do you think Ohio legislators should approve a bill to allow back-to-school shoppers to buy certain items free of state and local sales taxes? Why or why not?

“Talk about complexity! How do we ID someone who fits this description online or in the store? “Then, consider the administration of this at the store level; another thing for the minimum hourly wage clerk to handle. “Then, what interest group would be next in line for special consideration? “We should be looking for ways to simplify our tax systems and this proposal fails miserably. We have a wide range of prices available to shoppers, some of which will meet their budget limitations. A big ding to this idea.” T.J.

Dec. 25 question Should Ohio allow online voter registration, which would allow for an immediate cross check of license records and help prevent illegal voting? Why or why not?

No responses.

Jan. 1 question Should the U.S. adopt an advisory panel’s recommendations to end the government’s systematic collection of logs of all Americans’ cellular phone calls and require those to be kept in private hands “for queries and data mining” only by court order? Why or why not?

“We are definitely in an 1984 epic realty show. Unfortunately, it is not a 'show' but the central government intrusion into our lives. “The recent U.S. District Court opinion was on the money. Eroding our private lives is unacceptable. This started when 9/ 11caught most of us by surprise. Many documents have shown that the present wholesale spying on citizens would not have prevented that tragedy. “Secret courts whiteout public information is a danger to the Constitution. One should read that document to understand the many ways that government agencies are twisting it.” W.B.

“Yes, the U.S. should probably adopt the recommendation, but the president has said there will be a decision made about much of this in January. In the post-911 world many parts of our freedom of speech have been curtailed. “The real question is how much freedom are we willing to sacrifice in order to feel safer from terrorism occurring on our soil? And if you have a problem with that sacrifice of freedom, don't use a cell phone.” TRog

THIS WEEK’S QUESTION What do you think of city council giving the go ahead to resuming the streetcar construction for Cincinnati? Every week we ask readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to westernhills @communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line.

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Resolve to trim your waste The Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District wants to remind everyone there are easy ways to reduce your waste and recycle odd items.

Reduce waste in the first place

Easy ways everyone can help reduce waste are to bring your own reusable bags when shopping, reuse gift boxes, plan meals wisely to minimize food waste, and buy rechargeable batteries.

Don’t forget about recycling

Remember to recycle items from gatherings in your curbside bin/cart or community recycling drop-off: » Gift boxes and wrapping paper (not foil). It’s even better to save boxes to reuse later.

» Christmas cards and envelopes. » Glass bottles and jars, and metal caps Michelle from beer Balz bottles. » Paper COMMUNITY PRESS GUEST COLUMNIST cards, envelopes, newspaper, advertisements and junk mail. » Aluminum and steel food and drink cans. » Eggnog cartons and juice boxes. For a complete list of acceptable recyclables, visit hamiltoncountyrecycles.org.

Let your Christmas tree live on

Plan to recycle your Christmas tree and holiday greenery

at the Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District’s free yard trimmings drop-off program. Yard trimmings drop-off sites will be open Saturday, Jan. 11, from noon to 3 p.m. to turn Christmas trees and other yard trimmings into mulch. Remove all decorations, tinsel, ornaments and tree bags from holiday greenery. Locations for the yard trimmings drop-off sites are: » East: Bzak Landscaping, 3295 Turpin Lane (off Ohio Route 32) in Anderson Township; » West: Kuliga Park, 6717 Bridgetown Road in Green Township; » North: Rumpke Sanitary Landfill, 3800 Struble Road (and Colerain Avenue) in Colerain Township.

Recycle your old electronics Recycle any unwanted computer equipment or televisions. The Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District’s free computer/TV drop-off program will be open Saturday, Jan. 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Colerain High School parking lot located at 8801 Cheviot Road. This program is for Hamilton County residents only; businesses, churches, schools and nonprofit organizations are prohibited. For a list of acceptable items, or to find other outlets for electronic waste, visit hamiltoncountyrecycles.org. Michelle Balz is the assistant solid waste manager for the Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Miami trustee thanks voters

I would like to take this opportunity and thank all of you that voted in the recent election and in particular, those of you that supported my bid for Miami Township trustee. I would also like to thank former Trustee Joe Sykes for the significant time, energy, and commitment he contributed over the last 28 years, making Miami Township a better place to live. As one of your trustees, I will serve with honor, integrity and hard work to continue to make Miami Township the great community it has become to live, work and raise your family. I look forward to working with the current trustees and you, the community. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please contact me at danielblanton@outlook.com. Daniel Blanton Miami Township

Cheviot treasurer thanks community

It has been an honor to serve my neighbors in Cheviot for the past 13 years as an elected official, first as a councilman and then as city treasurer. Because of a conflict of interest with my full-time position, I was unable to run for reelection in 2013. I am extremely pleased, however, with the experience and unparalleled qualifications of my successor as city Treasurer Joe Pahls. I wish him the best of luck in his new role as treasurer, and have every confidence that the city’s finances are in able hands. As I leave office, I would be remiss if I didn’t thank some of the people who were so important to me during my time with the City of Cheviot. Thank you to my wife, Aja, and son Calvin, who have been both patient and supportive during the many times that city work took me away from home. Thank you

also to the colleagues that I’ve had the pleasure to serve with, all of whom have been dedicated and selfless public servants. Most importantly though, I’d like to thank the voters for entrusting me with the responsibility of office. I am truly appreciative that you gave me the opportunity to serve you and fulfill my civic duty.

Cheviot is a unique place, with a wealth of community assets and an abundance of potential. I look forward to continuing to be involved in other capacities to help make sure our home town remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family. Charlie Norman Cheviot

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The tree crisis: Reviving a battlefield The drive along Interstate 275 is the scene of a battlefield. Thousands of giant soldiers are in a battle to save their lives. Unfortunately, the enemies are winning. With too many forces working against them, the soldiers don’t stand a chance. They need replacements. The drive, that once provided an awesome view of expansive greenery, is now a scene of barren and broken limbs and masses of dead or dying trees. Throughout the Tristate region, thousands of trees are caught in a battle against disease, insect infestations and invasive species. The emerald ash borer, an invasive beetle which bores into trees and disrupts the flow of nutrients, is now attacking the nine species of native ash throughout the region. In total, more than 20 million trees will inevitably be lost to the emerald ash borer in the Tristate region within the next 10 years. Other insects are also threatening the tree canopy. In Clermont County, the Asian longhorned beetle is respon-

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sible for the loss of 9,000 trees. Although this beetle is expected to be contained and eradicated, it Tia has caused Garcia significant damage, and COMMUNITY PRESS GUEST its potential to COLUMNIST return requires continued vigilance. Another new threat is the walnut twig beetle, which carries a fungus fatal to black walnut trees. Insect infestations are not the only threats to the region’s trees. Disease and other invasive species also endanger local forests. With the increase of invasive plants like honeysuckle and the flowering pear, forests can’t regenerate and open areas can’t reforest as they have in the past. The tree seedlings that do survive often fall victim to deer, whose growing population consume young plants before they have a chance to mature. With all these factors working against them, trees

and forests are struggling What can be done to keep the trees we have and replace the ones that are lost? The Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments, the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, the Green Partnership for Greater Cincinnati and the Green Umbrella have joined forces to create Taking Root, a broad-based campaign to address the current and historic loss of the region’s tree canopy. Through education and improved management, the campaign hopes to better maintain existing trees and also to plant 2 million trees by 2020 (one for everyone in the region). This is not the first time the region’s trees have been victims of a battle. In the late 1800s, much of the region had been de-forested. It was during this time when Cincinnati became a prominent leader in the movement to conserve the nation’s forestry. In 1875, Cincinnati natives formed the American Forestry Association. Seven years later, the First Annual Forestry Congress was held in Cincinnati.

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It called for “the discussion of subjects relating to tree planting: the conservation, management, and renewal of forests.” Two days later, the superintendent of Cincinnati schools, John B. Peaslee, closed all schools and every Cincinnati child went to an abandoned vineyard and planted trees. That vineyard is now Eden Park. In order to overcome the loss of the region’s tree canopy, the community must once again come together. Taking Root is leading the battle to save the region’s trees through a collaborative effort in which communities will be provided opportunities to join the fight and help ensure that trees come out the winner. For more information on the battle and how you can help, go to www.takingroot.info. Tia Garcia is the communication intern for the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments.

Western Hills Press Editor Dick Maloney rmaloney@communitypress.com, 248-7134 Office hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday See page A2 for additional contact information.

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Seton students, staff serve throughout city

Seton students and staff help number rubber ducks at the Freestore Foodbank for the Rubber Duck Regatta. PROVIDED

Emily Poehner and Ashley Luebbe clean with Working In Neighborhoods. PROVIDED

“Christ calls each of us to love and serve others and Seton High School certainly did that.” ELIZABETH HORHOLT Seton counselor

Maria Tan, Sidney Perry, Sara Neumeister and Maddie Peters work at the Price Hill branch of the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. PROVIDED

Liz Day, Kaylie Brown and Katelyn Hembree worked at Bethany House. PROVIDED

he four pillars of the mission at Seton High School include faith, academic excellence, leadership and service. Early in the first quarter, students and staff illustrated service by volunteering at 35 locations throughout the Greater Cincinnati area. The day of service, planned by Seton’s community service coordinator Sandy Howe, SC, was held in conjunction with the all-school summer reading assignments. “The morning was spent volunteering, and the afternoon involved reflections and activities that carried out the themes of the summer reading novels and the spirit of sharing Christ’s love with others,” Howe said. English department chairwoman Susan Hollenbach coordinated the allschool summer reading program as well as the afternoon events on the service

day. “The purpose of Seton's summer reading program is to come together as a community in the beginning of the school year under a common theme,” Hollenbach said. “This year's theme has revolved around diversity, acceptance, and empathy as students read about and researched how people cope with disabilities or impediments and the support structures people need to help them lead full and productive lives.” “The day of service gave students and staff members an opportunity to learn more about various local service agencies that provide those needed support structures to people who face adversity,” Hollenbach said. “By partnering the Community Service Department and the English Department together, the students and staff could put our faith into action and reflect upon it.” Senior Katelyn Walter was looking

Pictured while working with Working In Neighborhoods in Elmwood Place are, from left: front, Ally Cox, Emily Poehner, Mckenzie Frommeyer and Megan Groll; second row, Megan Nichols, Sydney Haussler, Kendal Cappel, Carly Ramsey and Ashley Luebbe. PROVIDED

forward to this event and felt even more empowered afterwards. “Last year we found out about our all-school read and the service day, and I was very excited,” Walter said. “I had the chance to go to the Homeless Coalition. We took part in a support fair there where they showcased job opportunities for the homeless. We helped with the fair as well as greeted people and made them feel welcome. It was very rewarding and beneficial.” Elizabeth Vorholt, counselor at Seton High School, went to Kenzie’s Closet with a group of students for the service day. They helped to stuff bags with makeup, small handbags and hygiene products. “Every year Kenzie’s Closet helps hundreds of girls in the area fell like princesses when they can’t afford things like dresses for prom. It was nice to be a very small part of that,” Vorholt said.

“This is the first time that we have done a full student body and staff service opportunity, and it was an awesome experience to be out doing service knowing that we had members from the Seton community throughout all of Greater Cincinnati,” Vorholt said. “Christ calls each of us to love and serve others and Seton High School certainly did that.” Junior Cierra Watkins was grateful for this opportunity and said these experiences instill qualities within her that she knows will guide her throughout her life. “Having opportunities to serve others means the world to me and I know that I want to continue to serve throughout my life,” Watkins said. “It also makes me cherish everything in my life that I have been blessed with."

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD THURSDAY, JAN. 9 Dance Classes Waltz Classes, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road, Beginner-level dance class open to all capable ages. Wear smooth-soled shoes. With instructors Betty and Estil Owens. Free. 671-7219; www.sonksdf.com. Springfield Township.

Health / Wellness Mercy Health Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Kroger Forest Park, 1212 W. Kemper Road, Fifteenminute screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for qualified applicants. Appointment required. 686-3300; www.emercy.com. Forest Park. Mobile Heart Screenings, 2-5 p.m., Save-a-Lot, 6700 Hamilton Ave., Several screening packages available to test risk of heart attack, stroke, aneurysm and other major diseases. Appointment required. 866-819-0127; www.mercyhealthfair.com. Winton Hills. UC Health Mobile Diagnostics Mammography Screenings, 8 a.m.-noon, Price Hill Health Center, 2136 W. Eighth St., Cost varies by insurance. Financial assistance available to those who qualify. Registration required. 585-8266. Price Hill.

Senior Citizens Movement Class for Seniors, 11 a.m.-noon, Guenthner Physical Therapy, 5557 Cheviot Road, $6, first class free. 923-1700; www.guenthnerpt.com. Monfort Heights.

FRIDAY, JAN. 10 Dance Classes Square Dance Lessons, 7-9 p.m., Bridge Church, 7963 Wesselman Road, Learn to square dance. $5. 941-1020. Cleves.

College Hill Coffee Company and Casual Gourmet, 6128 Hamilton Ave., Free. 542-2739; www.collegehillcoffeeco.com. College Hill.

Recreation Amateur Cornhole Tournament, 7 p.m., St. Aloysius Gonzaga School, 4390 Bridgetown Road, Open to amateur players ages 21 and up. Includes soft drinks, coffee, snacks and appetizers. Split-the-pot raffles. Bottled beer available. First place team wins $200, second place: $100. Benefits Cub Scout Pack 187. $30 per team, $5 spectators. 490-1840; www.saintals.org. Green Township.

SUNDAY, JAN. 12 Art & Craft Classes Make a Monster, 1-3 p.m., Broadhope Art Collective, 3022 Harrison Ave., Use pre-sewn monster form to stuff, sew shut and decorate. $20. 225-8441; broadhopeartcollective.com. Westwood.

Exercise Classes Yoga, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Guenthner Physical Therapy, 5557 Cheviot Road, Strengthen, stretch and tone with gentle postures that release tension and support the integrity of the spine. Family friendly. $7 walk-in; $120 for 10 classes. 923-1700; www.guenthnerpt.com. Monfort Heights. Leslie Sansone’s Walk Live, 2:15-3 p.m., Greater Emanuel Apostolic Temple, 1150 W. Galbraith Road, Lower level. One-mile walk in powerful, low-impact, indoor, aerobic workout. Free. 324-6173. North College Hill.

MONDAY, JAN. 13 Art & Craft Classes Stained Glass Make It Take It, 6:30-9 p.m., Broadhope Art Collective, $20-$35. Registration required. 225-8441. Westwood.

Drink Tastings

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Warm Up Winter Wine Tasting, 5:30-8 p.m., Nature Nook Florist and Wine Shop, 10 S. Miami Ave., Five wines plus light snacks. Ages 21 and up. $6. 467-1988; www.naturenookonline.com. Cleves.

Mount Healthy Business Association Monthly Business Meeting, 11 a.m.-noon, Mount Healthy Christian Village, 8097 Hamilton Ave., Free. 923-1985; www.mthealthyba.org. Mount Healthy.

Music - Acoustic

Exercise Classes

Tracy Walker, 7:30-9:30 p.m., College Hill Coffee Company and Casual Gourmet, 6128 Hamilton Ave., 542-2739; www.collegehillcoffeeco.com. College Hill.

Cardio Dance Party, 7:45-8:45 p.m., Cincinnati Dance and Movement Center, 880 Compton Road, Incorporates variety of dance styles, including jazz, hip hop, Latin, jive and more danced to popular music. $10. Registration required. 617-9498; www.cardiodanceparty.com. Springfield Township. Gentle Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, 7-8 p.m., EarthConnection, 370 Neeb Road, Moving meditation, increasing strength and flexibility, allowing for calming of mind and refreshing of spirit. Bring mat. $35 fiveclass pass; $8 drop-In. 675-2725; www.yogabymarietta.com. Delhi Township. Introduction to Yoga for Rookies, 5:30-6:30 p.m., EarthConnection, 370 Neeb Road, Weekly through March 17. Building strength, flexibility and relieving stress. $90. 675-2725; www.yogabymarietta.com. Delhi Township. Hatha Yoga, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Colerain Township Community Center, 4300 Springdale Road, Bring mat and engage in stretching, breathing and relaxing techniques. $10. 741-8802; www.colerain.org. Colerain Township.

Support Groups Caregivers Support Group, 9:30-11 a.m., Bayley Community Wellness Center, 401 Farrell Court, Ask at desk for room location. For those responsible for care of elderly or disabled loved one. Ages 18 and up. Free. Registration required. 929-4483. Delhi Township.

SATURDAY, JAN. 11 Art & Craft Classes Beginning Knitting, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Broadhope Art Collective, 3022 Harrison Ave., Learn basics of knitting and more. $10. 225-8441; www.broadhopeartcollective.com. Westwood. Sewing 101 Class, 9-11 a.m., Broadhope Art Collective, 3022 Harrison Ave., Learn to sew in one-on-one class setting making pillow and getting acquainted with sewing machine. All materials provided. $50. Registration required. 225-8441. Westwood. Stained Glass Make It Take It, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Broadhope Art Collective, 3022 Harrison Ave., Learn basic skills of glass cutting, foil wrap and soldering while creating either a snowman, dragon fly garden stake, sun catcher or night light. $20-$35. Registration required. 225-8441. Westwood. Painter’s Tape Masterpiece, 3 p.m., Monfort Heights Branch Library, 3825 West Fork Road, Create colorful modern masterpiece using simple painter’s tool. Ages 12-18. Free. Registration required. 369-4472. Monfort Heights.

Exercise Classes Zumba Fitness, 10:30-11:30 a.m., St. John’s Westminster Union Church, 1085 Neeb Road, $5. 347-4613. Delhi Township.

Music - Folk Chris Collier, 7:30-9:30 p.m.,

Health / Wellness New Solutions to Eliminate Pain, 11 a.m.-noon, Miami Township Senior Center, 8 North Miami Ave., Learn dos and don’ts of pain management. Natural approaches to pain management given rather than relief from a bottle. Ages 21 and up. Free. 941-0378. Cleves.

Senior Citizens Movement Class for Seniors, 11 a.m.-noon, Guenthner Physical Therapy, $6, first class free. 923-1700; www.guenthnerpt.com. Monfort Heights.

TUESDAY, JAN. 14 Exercise Classes Fit Chixx, 10-10:45 a.m., Colerain Township Community Center, 4300 Springdale Road, Strength training, plyometrics, cardio and core. $5. 205-9772. Colerain Township.

Health / Wellness Mercy Health Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Dillard’s-Western Hills, 6290 Glenway Ave., Fifteenminute screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for qualified applicants. Appointment required. 686-3300; www.emercy.com. Westwood.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 15 Auditions American Girl Fashion Show Auditions, 5-7:30 p.m., Joseph Toyota of Cincinnati, 9101 Colerain Ave., More than 350 local girls needed to present historical and contemporary fashions to celebrate being an American Girl as part of American Girl Fashion Show. Ages 4-12. Free. Registration required. 205-9957; www.aubreyrose.org. Colerain Township.

Exercise Classes Yoga, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Guenthner Physical Therapy, $7 walk-in; $120 for 10 classes. 923-1700; www.guenthnerpt.com. Monfort Heights. Gentle Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, 7-8 p.m., EarthConnection, $35 five-class pass; $8 drop-In. 675-2725; www.yogabymarietta.com. Delhi Township.

Health / Wellness Yoga Back Therapy, 6-6:45 p.m., EarthConnection, 370 Neeb Road, Gentle yoga postures to soothe the back. $30 for five-class pass or $7 drop-in. 675-2725; www.yogabymarietta.com. Delhi Township.

Religious - Community Free Community Meal, 5:306:30 p.m. , Central Church of Christ, 3501 Cheviot Ave., Free. 481-5820; www.centralchurchofchrist1.com. Westwood.

THURSDAY, JAN. 16 Art & Craft Classes Make a Butterfly or Dragonfly Pin for Teens, 4 p.m., Forest Park Branch Library, 655 Waycross Road, Make a pin using either a butterfly or dragonfly charm. Ages 12-18. Free. Registration required. 369-4478. Forest Park. Sock Snowmen, 4 p.m., Cheviot Branch Library, 3711 Robb Ave., Learn how to make a snowman out of a sock and then add your personal style. Ages 12-18. Free. Registration required. 369-6015. Cheviot.

Clubs & Organizations Forest Park Women’s Club Monthly Meeting, 7-9 p.m., Forest Park Senior Center, 11555 Winton Road, Speaker: Tim Coats from Wild Birds Unlimited. Coats tells about feeding backyard birds in winter. 522-0066; www.forestparkwomensclub.org. Forest Park.

Dance Classes Waltz Classes, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, Free. 671-7219; www.sonksdf.com. Springfield Township.

Health / Wellness Mobile Heart Screenings, 7-11 a.m., Kroger Finneytown, 8421 Winton Road, Several screening packages available to test risk of heart attack, stroke, aneurysm and other major diseases. Appointment required. 866-8190127; www.mercyhealthfair.com. Finneytown. Pre-Diabetes Class, 4-6 p.m., Mercy Health – West Hospital, 3300 Mercy Health Blvd., Information on making healthy food choices, exercise and blood sugar control and monitoring blood sugar levels. $20. 9563729; www.e-mercy.com. Monfort Heights. Five Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Western Tennis and Fitness Club, 5490 Muddy Creek, Learn five key elements to achieving and maintaining full health potential by having a good and proper weight. Ages 21 and up. Free. 941-0378. Green Township.

Senior Citizens Movement Class for Seniors, 11 a.m.-noon, Guenthner Physical Therapy, $6, first class free. 923-1700; www.guenthnerpt.com. Monfort Heights.

FRIDAY, JAN. 17 Dance Classes Square Dance Lessons, 6:30-

Cub Scout Pack 187 is hosting an amateur cornhole tournament at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, at St. Aloysius Gonzaga School, 4390 Bridgetown Road. The tournament is open to players ages 21 and up. The cost is $30 per team, $5 for spectators. For more information, call 490-1840 or visit www.saintals.org.FILE PHOTO 7:30 p.m., Bridge Church, $5. 941-1020. Cleves.

Music - Jazz Lydian Mix, 7:30-9:30 p.m., College Hill Coffee Company and Casual Gourmet, 6128 Hamilton Ave., Performing jazz standards. Free. 542-2739; www.collegehillcoffeeco.com. College Hill.

Support Groups Caregivers Support Group, 9:30-11 a.m., Bayley Community Wellness Center, Free. Registration required. 929-4483. Delhi Township.

SATURDAY, JAN. 18 Art & Craft Classes Sewing 101 Class, 9-11 a.m., Broadhope Art Collective, $50. Registration required. 225-8441. Westwood.

ABOUT CALENDAR To submit calendar items, go to www.cincinnati.com and click on “Share!” Send digital photos to life@communitypress.com along with event information. Items are printed on a spaceavailable basis with local events taking precedence. Deadline is two weeks before publication date. To find more calendar events, go to www.cincinnati.com and choose from a menu of items in the Entertainment section on the main page. erain.org. Colerain Township.

Senior Citizens Movement Class for Seniors, 11 a.m.-noon, Guenthner Physical Therapy, $6, first class free. 923-1700; www.guenthnerpt.com. Monfort Heights.

TUESDAY, JAN. 21 Health / Wellness

Health / Wellness Yoga Back Therapy, 6-6:45 p.m., EarthConnection, $30 for five-class pass or $7 drop-in. 675-2725; www.yogabymarietta.com. Delhi Township.

Religious - Community Free Community Meal, 5:306:30 p.m., Central Church of Christ, Free. 481-5820; www.centralchurchofchrist1.com. Westwood.

Hoedowners, 6:30-10 p.m., Greenhills Community Church Presbyterian, 21 Cromwell Road, No prior dance experience necessary. $15. 761-4088. Greenhills.

Mercy Health Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Kroger Finneytown, 8421 Winton Road, Fifteen-minute screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for qualified applicants. Appointment required. 686-3300; www.emercy.com. Finneytown.

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Zumba Fitness, 10:30-11:30 a.m., St. John’s Westminster Union Church, $5. 347-4613. Delhi Township.

Gregory Petersen, 6:30 p.m., College Hill Branch Library, 1400 W. North Bend Road, Author discusses and signs “Open Mike.â€ For adults. 369-6036; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. College Hill.

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Music - Acoustic Bromwell Diehl Band, 7:309:30 p.m., College Hill Coffee Company and Casual Gourmet, 6128 Hamilton Ave., Free. 5422739; www.collegehillcoffeeco.com. College Hill.

SUNDAY, JAN. 19 Exercise Classes Yoga, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Guenthner Physical Therapy, $7 walk-in; $120 for 10 classes. 923-1700; www.guenthnerpt.com. Monfort Heights. Leslie Sansone’s Walk Live, 2:15-3 p.m., Greater Emanuel Apostolic Temple, Free. 3246173. North College Hill.

MONDAY, JAN. 20 Art & Craft Classes Stained Glass Make It Take It, 6:30-9 p.m., Broadhope Art Collective, $20-$35. Registration required. 225-8441. Westwood. Beads ‘n’ Books, 3 p.m., Westwood Branch Library, 3345 Epworth Ave., Make a piece of jewelry for your library card. Ages 12-18. Free. Registration required. 369-4474. Westwood.

Exercise Classes Cardio Dance Party, 7:45-8:45 p.m., Cincinnati Dance and Movement Center, $10. Registration required. 617-9498; www.cardiodanceparty.com. Springfield Township. Gentle Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, 7-8 p.m., EarthConnection, $35 five-class pass; $8 drop-In. 675-2725; www.yogabymarietta.com. Delhi Township. Hatha Yoga, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Colerain Township Community Center, $10. 741-8802; www.col-

Alzheimer’s Association Family Support Group, 2 p.m., Greenhills Municipal Building, 11000 Winton Road, Open to family and/or caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Free. 6051000; www.alz.org/cincinnati. Greenhills. Caregiver Support Group, 7-8:30 p.m., Corpus Christi Church, 2014 Springdale Road, Parish Center Library. To support those that are caring for disabled or elderly parent (relative). Share experiences and coping techniques along with information on available resources in our community. Ages 18 and up. Free. Registration required. 929-4483; www.ccswoh.org/caregivers. New Burlington.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 22 Art & Craft Classes Make a Bead Bracelet for Teens, 4 p.m., Forest Park Branch Library, 655 Waycross Road, Make a bracelet using beads. Ages 12-18. Free. Registration required. 369-4478. Forest Park.

Support Groups Caregiver Support Group, 7:30-9 p.m., Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 17 Farragut Road, Parish Center. To support caregivers of elderly or disabled parents (relatives). Ages 18 and up. Free. Registration required. 929-4483. Greenhills.

Dance Classes Waltz Classes, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, Free. 671-7219; www.sonksdf.com. Springfield Township. The 39 Steps, 7:30 p.m., Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave., Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel and add a dash of Monty Python for this fastpaced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theater. $24, $21 seniors and students. 241-6550; www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com. West Price Hill.

Senior Citizens Open House, 2-4 p.m., Triple Creek Retirement Community, 11230 Pippin Road, 2540-B Strawberry Lane. For seniors who want to avoid the hassles of homeownership while still maintaining their independence. Free. Through March 13. 851-0601; www.triplecreekretirement.com. Colerain Township. Movement Class for Seniors, 11 a.m.-noon, Guenthner Physical Therapy, $6, first class free. 923-1700; www.guenthnerpt.com. Monfort Heights.

FRIDAY, JAN. 24 Dance Classes Square Dance Lessons, 7-9 p.m., Bridge Church, $5. 9411020. Cleves.

Drink Tastings Getting Through Winter Wine Tasting, 5:30-8 p.m., Nature Nook Florist and Wine Shop, 10 S. Miami Ave., Five wines plus light snacks. Ages 21 and up. $6. 467-1988; www.naturenookonline.com. Cleves.

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Incorporate healthy greens into your diet with pizza I was flipping through my gourmet food magazines and two items kept popping up Rita as “newHeikenfeld bies” for RITA’S KITCHEN 2014. One is the herb fennel, in particular bronze fennel. I had to chuckle since I’ve grown both green fennel, which produces a delicious bulb, and also bronze, which is grown for its leaves and seeds, for years. Fennel contains vitamin C and potassium, good for immune and nervous systems, and the heart. In fact, I just featured a fennel/garlic crust on pork roast on my cable show “Love Starts in the Kitchen.” Watch it on Time Warner local access. The other trend is kale, but not the oldfashioned curly kale like Grandma grew. Kale varieties are almost endless. You’ll find lots of recipes, including the two I mention in my pizza recipe. Kale is an easy cool crop, so grow some come spring. I’d also like to issue a formal invitation for you to share your favorite recipes and tips along with the story that goes with them. I’m not particular, so whatever you like to cook, whether it’s fancy, plain or in between is fine by me. If you send along a photo, so much the better!

Whole wheat pizza with garlic, greens and two cheeses We grow kale, including Locinato/Tuscan/Dino and Russian kale. Both are milder tasting than curly kale. Mixing kale with Swiss chard or spinach tones down the taste of kale. Greens like these contain nutrients essential for tissue growth and repair, and even your picky eaters will like this. You can use just chard or spinach if you like. 1 pre-baked 12 oz. Boboli whole wheat pizza shell 2-3 teaspoons finely minced garlic 3-4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Pizza sauce to cover Enough small Swiss chard or spinach and kale leaves to cover (or large leaves, chopped) 6-8 oz. Fontina cheese, shredded 3-4 oz. crumbled goat cheese Optional: Sliced tomatoes, chives

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Stir garlic into olive oil. Brush over crust. Top with pizza sauce and greens, overlapping leaves so entire surface is covered. Sprinkle with cheeses. Slice cherry or regular tomatoes and lay on top if you like. Bake 10 minutes or until cheese melts.

Tips from Rita’s kitchen

Substitute Gorgonzola for goat cheese.

Rita’s pizza recipe features healthy greens plus two kinds of cheese.THANKS TO RITA HEIKENFELD

Priscilla Pancoast’s heirloom corn pudding Wow – talk about lots of requests for this! The original recipe came from Priscilla’s mother’s cousin, who was from Niles, Ohio. “This almost has a cult following,” said Priscilla. Check out my blog for more corn pudding recipes, including the famous Beaumont Inn’s corn pudding, along with an old-fashioned version of this treasured side dish. 2 eggs 1 stick of butter1 package Jiffy corn muffin mix

8 oz. grated cheddar 8 oz. sour cream 1 can yellow corn with juice, approximately 15 oz. 1 can cream-style corn, approximately 15 oz.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Melt butter, beat eggs slightly, then mix everything together and put in greased 21/2 quart casserole and bake for about 45 minutes.

Tips from readers’ kitchens

Add extra flavor to box cakes. Nancy Mauch, a Clermont County reader and mom of my former editor, Lisa Mauch, shares this tip:

For box cakes, substitute milk or juice for liquid called for. “Adds another element of flavor,” Nancy said. Buying blue cheese in bulk. Dave, a loyal reader, said he found a five-pound bag of blue cheese crumbles at GFS (Gordon Food Service) for $19. He made batches of Nell Wilson’s blue cheese dressing and was looking for an affordable way to do it. Tomato preserve recipe a big hit. Lana Kay, a Northern Kentucky reader, made my aunt Margaret’s recipe last summer. “I was surprised how many people

had never tasted them,” she said. Lana shared it with an Amish vendor at a farmer’s market and I have no doubt it will become a big seller. Tomato preserves are another trendy, but really old-fashioned, condiment that chefs will be featuring this year. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is an herbalist, educator, Jungle Jim’s culinary professional and author. Find her blog online at Cincinnati.Com/ blogs. Email her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Call 513-248-7130, ext. 356.

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REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS ADDYSTON

250 Sekitan Ave.: Alliance Real Estate Investors LLC to Schmidt, Ronald D.; $6,900.

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3605 June St.: Teran, Gaston to Cardamone, Linda Sue; $31,500.

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2325 Iroll Ave.: Cincinnati Revitalization LLC to Golden, Robert W; $500.

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5688 Antoninus Drive: JD Smith Holdings LLC to C&M Investment Group LLC; $59,900. 5688 Antoninus Drive: Mount Washington Savings Bank to JD Smith Holdings LLC; $55,000. 7527 Bridge Point Pass: Frye, Daniel Matthew & Suzanne Frances to Brown, Steven L.; $395,000. 3576 Coral Gables Road: Pinnacle Five LLC to Back, Melannie C.; $120,000. 3335 Emerald Lakes Drive: Cheviot Savings Bank to Foppe, Paul C.; $62,000. 2059 Faywood Ave.: Burnet Capital LLC to Integrity Home Rentals Ll; $36,000. 5909 Gaines Road: Connell, James P. & Diane G. to Hernandez, Orlando & Janice M.; $205,000. 6289 Glenway Ave.: Slate Ridge Holdings LLC to Abb Properties LLC; $1,335,000. 3164 Goda Ave.: Byrne, Michael J. II & Michael J. I. to Seyferth, Gregory J.; $98,000. 3942 Grace Ave.: Tolle, Glenn R. to Fannie Mae; $77,450. 4331 Homelawn Ave.: Bauer, Martha to Heiland, Christopher R. & Allison R. Ostenkamp; $83,000. 4648 Jessup Road: Fassnacht, Stephenie Lynn to George, Maxwell W; $92,900. 5864 Jessup Road: Wespesser, Eugene A. & Mary B. to Byrne, Michael J. II & Brittany N.; $231,900. 6701 Kelseys Oak Court: Kleeman, Joseph J. to Berning, Debra J.; $105,000. 5280 Lakefront Drive: Chermely, Priscilla M. to Lager, William & Gwendolyn G. Yazell; $140,000. 5631 Leumas Drive: Groh, David J. & Karen E. to Giwer, James & Brittany Oder; $91,500. 3721 Monfort Heights Drive: Roseway Valley LLC to Vossler, Lawrence W. & Susana R.; $103,000. 2854 Mount Airy Ave.: Truax, Mary to Watson, Joshua D. & Amanda; $87,000. 5503 Muddy Creek Road: Smith, Brian A. to Third Federal Savings & Loan Association of Cleve; $54,000. 5587 Muddy Creek Road: Bevis, Charles E. & Anna Lee to Chumbley, William G. & Barbara L.; $85,000. 3408 North Bend Road: Dewald, Rhonda K. to Denton, David A.

& Denise Y.; $50,900. 3380 North Bend Road: Bommer L., Inda Susan to Federal National Mortgage Association; $64,000. 3352 Palmhill Lane: Oborn, Kristin to PNC Bank NA; $66,000. 3376 Palmhill Lane: Stenger, John N. & Krista M. to Gundlach, Kevin J.; $140,000. 6886 Rackview Road: Harsch, Carl to Federal Home Loan Mortgag Corp.; $80,000. 3548 Sandal Lane: Nicolai, Lois M. to Lamping, David A. & Katlyn M. Hahn; $115,000. 4464 School Section Road: Waldeck, Kevin S. to Stone, Jennifer A.; $114,500. 3652 Shortridge Circle: McElroy, Lawrence A. & Rita to Kummer, Alexander E.; $127,500. 3653 Shortridge Circle: Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. to McManis, Michael; $97,500. 5313 Sidney Road: Infinity Ventures LLC to Runk, Thomas J.; $65,000. 2320 Sylved Lane: Webb, Jane E. to Miles, Keila N. & Lewis Orlandes Miles; $57,000. 2320 Sylved Lane: Webb, Jane E. to Miles, Keila N. & Lewis Orlandes Miles; $57,000. 5868 Weston Court: Hein, Ruth Ann to Towles, Brian N. & Christa L.; $81,000.

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2198 Shasta Place: Federal National Mortgage Association to Jacob Ben Shoushan LLC; $27,800. 3262 Tulsa Court: Federal National Mortgage Association to Burnet Capital LLC; $25,550. 3262 Tulsa Court: Burnet Capital LLC to Integrity Home Rentals Ll; $28,500. 3414 Boudinot Ave.: Joca Holdings LLC to Huber, Christopher M.; $87,000. 3317 Buell St.: Allen, Colleen & Shawn Goodin to Bank of America NA; $34,000. 3085 Glenmore Ave.: Voigt, Robert J. & Lynn A. to Bantirgu T., Adesse M. & Selamawit Kebede; $95,000. 2682 Mountville Drive: Robbins, Chris to Bank of America NA; $48,000. 3179 Queen City Ave.: Olding, Martha W. to Chambers, Mark; $109,900. 2718 Ruberg Ave.: Jones, Marilyn A. M. Tr. to Stock, Gail Tr.; $9,000. 2956 Westbrook Drive: Morwessel, Barbara A. to Kendall, Jade E. & Kimberly R.; $115,000. 3088 Belden Circle: Jackson, John J. & Kathleen A. to Third Federal Savings and Loan Association of Cleve; $48,000. 2671 Cora Ave.: Frye, Michael A. to Ss Properties 1 LLC; $19,950. 3640 Epworth Ave.: EP Investments Group LLC to Lageman, Nicholas P. & Catherine A.; $185,000. 3642 Epworth Ave.: EP Investments Group LLC to Lageman, Nicholas P. & Catherine A.; $185,000. 3407 Ferncroft Drive: Third Presbyterian Church to Burnet Capital LLC; $18,000. 3407 Ferncroft Drive: Burnet Capital LLC to Dalton, Dennis L.; $22,000. 3044 Hegry Circle: Jones, Terri D. & Frank Willis to Cheviot Savings Bank; $36,000. 3264 Hildreth Ave.: Federal National Mortgage Association to EP Investment Group LLC; $66,500. 2959 Kling Ave.: Davis, Donald H. to Nieman, Alison & Joseph E.; $15,000. 2842 Lafeuille Ave.: Lot King Limited Partnership to Brenner & Jansen Properties Inc.; $110. 2914 Lafeuille Ave.: EH Pooled 613 LP to White, Tamina & Ronald; $40,350. 3470 McFarlan Road: Marshall, Alan John & Linda Sue to Bennett, Kelly M. & Luke A.; $136,000.

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Joan Axt, 82, died Dec. 27. She was principal of St. Jude School. She was an associate of the Sister of Charity. Survived by sisters Genevieve “Jenny” Durrett, Sharon Axt Sherrard; sisterand beother-in-law Geneva, Marty Axt; by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents Lorus, Mary Glascock Axt, brothers Lorus “Sonny” Jr., Raymond, Carroll “Carl,” Paul, Dennis Axt. Services were Jan. 2 at St. Jude Church. Arrangements by Meyer & Geiser Funeral Home. Memorials to the St. Jude Education Fund, Sisters of Charity or a charity of the donor’s choice.

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and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by son Brian Bardonaro, parents Bill, Doris Casey, siblings Bill (Deloris) Casey Jr., Pam (Dave) Swafford, mother-in-law Mary Bardonaro. Services were Dec. 28 at Dennis George Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to the funeral home.

Alice Fohl Alice Getz Fohl, 87, Green Township, died Dec. 26. Survived by children Dewey “Duke” (Janine), Clarence “Lee” (Cecilia), Norbert “Nub” (Sandy), Larry (Donna) Fohl, Rose Mary Fohl (Frank) Kuchera; 13 grandchildren; 15 greatgrandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husband Dewey Fohl, siblings Dave, George, Mike, Eddie, Harry, Walter Getz, Mary Bauer. Services were Dec. 30 at Neidhard-Minges Funeral Home. Memorials in the name of Kendall Jamison to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center Heart Institute, P.O. Box 5202, Cincinnati, OH 45201.

Richard Foster Richard Foster, Price Hill, died Dec. 25. Survived by son Mike (Jennifer) Foster; son-in-law John Froehle; grandchildren Erin, Tyler Froehle, Kyle, Cameron, Kelsie Foster. Preceded in death by wife Maureen Foster, daughter Linda Froehle. Services were Dec. 30 at Vitt, Stermer & Anderson Funeral Home.

Judy Getz Judy Allen Getz, 64, died Dec. 15. She was a self-employed broker in the trucking industry. Survived by brother Edwin (Charlotte) Allen. Preceded in death by children Tony, Jamie Ferman, parents John, Tolie Allen, brother Glenn Allen. Arrangements by Dennis George Funeral Home.

Rickey Haas Rickey L. Haas, 53, died Dec. 28. He worked in the roofing industry. Survived by children Tiffany Stewart, Nicholas Souders; fiancee Lisa Bartles; father Joseph Haas Sr.; siblings Debbie Haas (Denver) Bartles, Lisa (Kenny) Gerwin, Joseph (Wendy), Michael Haas; many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by

mother Frances Kidd Haas, brothers Tony, James Haas. Services were Jan. 3 at the Miami Township Community Center. Arrangements by Dennis George Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to the family in care of the funeral home.

William Jones William Samuel Jones, 70, died Dec. 20. Survived by son Shane (Lindsay) Jones; grandchildren Dakota, Caleb, Kendall. Services were Dec. 27 at Dennis George Funeral Home. Memorials to the Sam Jones Memorial Fund in care of any Fifth Third Bank.

Buddy Littlefield Ronald E. “Buddy” Littlefield Jr., 58, Delhi Township, died Dec. 22. He worked for Pillsbury. Survived by children Rachel (Joe) Bartels, Jesse (Sheila) Littlefield; grandchildren Abigail, Wyatt, Littlefield Cash, Jesse, Remi; parents Ronald Sr., Alta Littlefield; sister Shirley (Mark) VanHook; nephew and niece Mark, Shannon. Arrangements by Meyer Funeral Home. Memorials to: Delhi Skirt Game, c/o Delhi Police Department, 934 Neeb Road, Cincinnati, OH 45233 or Friend of NRA, Attn: Craig Vesling, Southern Ohio Dog and Game Committee, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax VA 22030.

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chael) Conner, Lois Bradford, Marcie, Aaron Taylor, Connie (Tom) Hughes, Susan (Larry) Stange, Theresa (Tim) Broering, Emery (Sharon) III, Anthony (Kathy), Joseph, John (Heather), Paul (Meghan) Mapes, Cynthia (Russ), Nancy (Paul) Macke; 39 great-nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents Emery, Catharine Mapes, sister Agnes (Delmar) Taylor. Services were Dec. 28 at St. Joseph Church. Arrangements by Dennis George Funeral Home.

Ginnie Mendel Virginia “Ginnie” Imbus Mendel, 86, Green Township, died Dec. 26. Survived by children Peg (Chris) Horn, Ed, Tom (Arlene), Dick (Pat), Mike (Sandy) Mendel, Mary Beth Mendel (Mark) Wiegman, Nancy Westbrock; grandchildren Bradley, Drew, Leslie Horn, Jessica Ruff, Lara Pyne, Nathan, Brandon, Julian, Bailey Mendel, Becky Wilson, Kathryn Kelley, Chris, Kelley Wiegman, Danielle, Evan Westbrock; sister Martha Hoffman; five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband Richard Mendel, grandson Oliver Mendel, siblings Eugene Imbus, Rosemary Stauss. Services were Dec. 28 at Our Lady of the Visitation. Arrangements by Neidhard-Minges Funeral Home. Memorials to Hospice of Cincinnati, P.O. Box 633597, Cincinnati, OH 45263.

great-grandchildren Cory Thomas; many nieces and nephews. Services were Dec. 31 at St. Jude Church. Arrangements by B.J. Meyer Sons Funeral Home. Memorials to: Carmel Manor, 100 Carmel Manor Road, Fort Thomas, KY 41075.

Edward Super Edward C. Super, 84, died Dec. 24. He was a Navy veteran. Survived by siblings Robert, Joseph; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by siblings Frank, Lizzie, William, Lorraine, Raymond. Services were Dec. 30 at Dalbert, Woodruff & Isenogle Funeral Home. Memorials to the Hospice of Cincinnati.

Ruby Walker Ruby Renzenbrink Walker, Delhi Township, died Dec. 26. Survived by husband David Walker; son David “Dude” (Pamela) Walker; grandsons Justin, Brandon Walker; siblings Mary Lou Doss, Edwin Walker Renzenbrink Jr.; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by parents Edwin, Ora Renzenbrink, siblings Earl, Dorothy Renzenbrink, Laura Wathen. Services were Dec. 29 at Neidhard-Minges Funeral Home. Memorials to: Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Bone Cancer Research, P.O. Box 5202, Cincinnati, OH 45201.

Shawn Patrick Lovelace, 36, died Dec. 21. He worked in roofing. Survived by daughter Cynthia Lovelace; brothers Richard (Tammie) Lovelace, Danny Whaley; uncle Danny Fryman, aunt Barb Adkins; many cousins, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents Richard F. Whaley, Linda Darlene, brother Lilburn Fryman, aunt Lanita Klosturik. Services were Dec. 27 at the Newport Keterah Church of God. Arrangements by Bolton & Lunsford Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to the funeral home.

Evelyn Mobarry

Mary Walsh

Evelyn Miller Mobarry, 89, Cleves, died Dec. 24. Survived by children Marsha Jo (Gary) Heath, David (Lisa) Mobarry, Bonnie Osborn; grandchildren Sara, David, Andrew, Scott, Mandy, Nicole; great-grandchildren Morgan, Madison, Samuel, Elizabeth, Zachary, Sophia, Brooklynn, Olivia, Kal’n; brother Eugene (Lucille) Miller. Preceded in death by husband Edward Mobarry, brothers Edgar, Leonard, Donald Miller. Services were Dec. 26 at Vitt, Stermer & Anderson Funeral Home. Memorials to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Edna Mapes

Betty Schultz

Edna Adele Mapes, 83, died Dec. 22. She worked for Seagram’s. Survived by siblings Marcella, Emery (Joann) Mapes; friend Ernest Montalbo; nieces and nephews Mapes Arlene (Mi-

Elizabeth “Betty” Knight Schultz, 89, died Dec. 25. She was a homemaker. Survived by husband Jack Schultz; children Barbara (Bert) Yockey, Jack Schultz Jr.; grandchildren Tina Thomas, Chad Schultz; Schultz

Mary Mangin Walsh, 97, died Dec. 27. She was a lifelong member of Holy Family Parish. Survived by children Maureen (Tony) Caminiti, Tim “Smiley” (Sue), Michael Walsh, Kathy (Gary) Thom, Walsh Peggy (Rod) Caminiti, Sheila (Dennis) Tabler; daughter-in-law Judy Walsh; sister Julia Allen; 16 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild. Preceded in death by husband Vincent Walsh, children John, Mary Margaret Walsh, brother John Mangin. Services were Dec. 31 Holy Family. Arrangements by Meyer & Geiser Funeral Home. Memorials to: Holy Family School, 814 Hawthorne Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45205, St. William Autism

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POLICE REPORTS CHEVIOT Arrests/citations Quincy Jones, 27, 3450 McHenry Ave. No. 20, driving under suspension, Dec. 13. John Skirvin, 30, 5408 Wing Ave., driving under suspension, Dec. 13. Christopher Holt, 28, 688 Anderson Ferry Road, driving under suspension, Dec. 14. Jammie Smith, 40, 4224 Applegate Ave., warrant, Dec. 10. Nathaniel Wagner, 28, 4040 Resolute Circle, assault, Dec. 11. Dennis Walterman, 37, No Address Listed, criminal trespass, Dec. 13. Alexandria Clayton, 19, 373 Robben Lane, underage consumption, Dec. 14. Breanna N. Bettis-Davis, 18, 219 River Oaks, underage consumption, Dec. 14. Curtis Lynn, 28, 3838 Washington Ave. No. 5, domestic violence, Dec. 13.

Incidents/reports Breaking and entering Copper piping and an air conditioner stolen from home at 3856 Delmar Ave., Dec. 10. Burglary Lock damaged on home’s front door during burglary attempt, but nothing found missing at 4151 Harrison Ave. No. 2, Dec. 9. Two televisions stolen from home at 3414 Woodbine Ave., Dec. 12. Criminal damaging Window broken on home at 3414 Glenmore Ave. No. 1, Dec. 13. Robbery Three suspects fled Family Dollar with arms full of merchandise and struck an employee with a car while driving away at 3407 Harrison Ave., Dec. 11. Theft Undetermined assortment of merchandise stolen from Family Dollar at 3407 Harrison Ave., Nov. 18. Cellphone stolen from victim at Robb Avenue & St. Martins Place, Nov. 17. Weed trimmer, hammer drill/ reciprocating saw combo, hammer drill, 12 softball bats, three baseball gloves and three batting gloves stolen from home’s shed at 4292 Grotto Ave., Dec. 6. GPS, handheld CB radio, flashlight, box cutter and money stolen from vehicle at 3700 Glenmore Ave., Dec. 12. Debit card stolen from home and later used to make unauthorized charges at 3469 Alta Vista Ave., Dec. 13.

CINCINNATI DISTRICT 3 Arrests/citations Kimberly Overstreet, born 1990,

theft, Dec. 19. Larry Mattingly, born 1982, possession of drug abuse instruments, theft, Dec. 20. Aaron Lee Massey, born 1992, misdemeanor drug possession, Dec. 22. Johnathan Meadows, born 1981, theft under $300, Dec. 22. Antonio Demarco Colson, born 1979, possession of drugs, Dec. 23. Blair M. Dearwester, born 1991, theft, Dec. 23. Brandon C. Clack, born 1983, drug abuse, misdemeanor drug possession, Dec. 23. Cierra Johnson, born 1988, theft, Dec. 23. Jeffery B. Proby, born 1974, domestic violence, Dec. 23. Laquisha Anderson, born 1989, criminal damaging or endangering, Dec. 23. Shalisa Johnson, born 1991, theft, Dec. 23. Tony A. Everson, born 1979, menacing, telecommunication harassment, Dec. 23. Trisha Brenton, born 1977, deception to obtain a dangerous drug, deception to obtain a dangerous drug, Dec. 23. Aaron Dewitt, born 1980, aggravated robbery, Dec. 24. Charlotte Ann Conway, born 1959, theft under $150, Dec. 24. Christopher P. Bauer, born 1953, criminal trespassing, disorderly conduct, Dec. 24. Jammel Johnson, born 1992, aggravated armed robbery, Dec. 24. Jania Allen, born 1984, criminal trespassing, Dec. 24. Lorenzo Watts, born 1961, domestic violence, Dec. 24. Sammuel Waynick, born 1982, theft under $300, Dec. 24. Stacy A. Harbstreit, born 1984, theft, Dec. 24. Tammy Tillett, born 1976, theft under $300, Dec. 24. Gary Dewon Rumph, born 1993, carrying concealed weapons, drug abuse, Dec. 25. Orbie Harris, born 1974, domestic violence, Dec. 25. Amy L. Stacey, born 1966, theft under $300, Dec. 27. Britney Bowman, born 1986, theft under $300, Dec. 27. Chris Fields, born 1968, domestic

violence, Dec. 27. Denise Lewis, born 1985, possession of drug paraphernalia, Dec. 27. Echo Langston, born 1985, theft under $300, Dec. 27. Eric E. Hill, born 1968, possession of drug abuse instruments, possession of drug paraphernalia, Dec. 27. Kamonte Hummons, born 1991, domestic violence, Dec. 27. Keanna N. Robinson, born 1991, criminal trespassing, child endangering or neglect, theft under $300, Dec. 27. Lisa Huff, born 1979, theft under $300, Dec. 27. Mack Smith, born 1987, domestic violence, Dec. 27. Constance J. Miller, born 1956, theft under $300, Dec. 28. James Wimmer, born 1992, domestic violence, Dec. 28. John Blake, born 1980, domestic violence, Dec. 28. Meghan Chaney, born 1979, theft, illegal possession of a prescription drug, possession of drug abuse instruments, Dec. 28. Michael McCants, born 1980, domestic violence, possession of drugs, Dec. 28. Tony M. Buckley, born 1968, theft under $300, Dec. 28. Troy Washington, born 1987, trafficking, Dec. 28. Anitra E. Arnold, born 1978, aggravated menacing, Dec. 29. Baleriano Matias-Perez, born 1992, open flask in motor vehicle, Dec. 29. Jemias Perez, born 1992, obstructing official business, Dec. 29. Michael Howard, born 1990, theft under $300, Dec. 29. Tramia Murrell, born 1991, criminal damaging or endangering, Dec. 29.

Incidents/reports Aggravated robbery 1800 Sunset Ave., Dec. 23. 5301 Glenway Ave., Dec. 23. 1908 Westmont Lane, Dec. 24. 3207 Westbrook Drive, Dec. 24. 4944 Glenway Ave., Dec. 27. 3749 Glenway Ave., Dec. 28. Assault 1030 Considine Ave., Dec. 26. 4470 Guerley, Dec. 27.

DEATHS 1213 Rulison Ave., Dec. 23. 6670 River Road, Dec. 24. 3703 Warsaw Ave., Dec. 29. Burglary 2816 Bodley Ave., Dec. 23. 2760 Faber Ave., Dec. 23. 2911 Eggers Place, Dec. 23. 2937 Westknolls Lane, Dec. 23. 3244 Hanna Ave., Dec. 23. 602 Fairbanks Ave., Dec. 26. 961 Enright Ave., Dec. 26. 2880 Harrison Ave., Dec. 26. 1047 Rosemont Ave., Dec. 29. Criminal damaging/endangering 3313 Stanhope Ave., Dec. 24. 3400 Glenway Ave., Dec. 25. 1824 Sunset Ave., Dec. 26. 1040 Purcell Ave., Dec. 27. 821 Considine Ave., Dec. 27. 3013 W. Eighth St., Dec. 28. 2203 Harrison Ave., Dec. 29. Criminal mischief 3258 Broadwell, Dec. 27. Domestic violence Reported on Minion Avenue, Dec. 23. Reported on Palos Street, Dec. 23. Reported on Wells Street, Dec. 25. Reported on Sunset Avenue, Dec. 26. Reported on Parkcrest Lane, Dec. 27. Reported on Twain Avenue, Dec. 28. Felonious assault, 750 Grand Ave., Dec. 29. Improperly discharging firearm at/into habitation/school-occupied structure 2676 Morrow Place, Dec. 29. Robbery 3742 St. Lawrence Ave., Dec. 21. 1031 Purcell Ave., Dec. 24. Taking the identity of another 5526 Glenway Ave., Dec. 26. Theft 5942 Glenway Ave., Dec. 21. 4021 St. Lawrence Ave., Dec. 22. 2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 22. 2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 22. 3754 Warsaw Ave., Dec. 23. 854 Overlook Ave., Dec. 23. 2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 23. 2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 23. 6068 Glenway Ave., Dec. 23. 3050 Mickey Ave., Dec. 24. 4034 Glenway Ave., Dec. 24. 2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 24.

2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 24. 2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 24. 2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 24. 2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 24. 2322 Ferguson Road, Dec. 24. 2461 Westwood Northern Blvd., Dec. 24. 2936 Queen City Ave., Dec. 24. 3498 Boudinot Ave., Dec. 25. 1030 Considine Ave., Dec. 26. 1030 Considine Ave., Dec. 26. 1757 Gilsey Ave., Dec. 26. 1824 Sunset Ave., Dec. 26. 3227 Queen City Ave., Dec. 26. 6615 Gracely Drive, Dec. 27. 3203 Gobel Ave., Dec. 27. 6150 Glenway Ave., Dec. 27. Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle 3300 Glenmore Ave., Dec. 29. Vandalism 1916 Westmont Lane, Dec. 23.

GREEN TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations Shauntia J. Phillips, 21, 2505 Rack Court No. 1, drug possession and traffic warrant, Dec. 13. Edward E. Pursell, 40, 4210 Harrison Ave., disorderly conduct, Dec. 15. Kailynn D. Hornsby, 19, 1617 Westwood Ave., possessing drug abuse instruments, Dec. 14. Anthony E. Johnson, 26, 821 Thornton St., assault, Dec. 15. Mercedes A. Greer, 18, 301 Ohio Ave., theft, Dec. 16. Aubrey N. Bounds, 28, 800 Vienna Woods Drive No. 802, theft, Dec. 16. Felicia M. Phillips, 34, 3126 Westbourne Drive, possessing drug abuse instruments, Dec. 17. Daniel Kelley, 26, 4507 Glenway Ave. No. 1, theft, Dec. 16. Juvenile, 17, theft, Dec. 15. Juvenile, 14, disorderly conduct, Dec. 16. Juvenile, 15, disorderly conduct, Dec. 16. Juvenile, 14, disorderly conduct, Dec. 16. Juvenile, 16, disorderly conduct, Dec. 16. Kalana D. Davis, 23, 7914 Greenland Place, contributing to

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Charles Weberding Charles E. Weberding, 93, Green Township, died Dec. 29. Survived by children Ronald (Peggy), Linda, Douglas (Judy), Mark (Jacqueline) Weberding; sister Mary Luhring; seven grandWeberding children; three great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by wife Lillian Weberding, siblings William, Robert Weberding, Ruth Hoff. Services were Jan. 4 at St. Jude Church. Arrangements by Meyer Funeral Home. Memorials to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Hospice of Cincinnati, P.O. Box 633597, Cincinnati, OH 45263-3597.

Albert Wegman Albert H. Wegman, Springfield Township, died Dec. 23. He was an Army veteran of Korea and a member of the Ohio Valley Beagle Club, TCYO and Radio Rosary. Survived by Wegman sons Dan (Kami), Tom, Don (Nanette), Bill (Melissa) Wegman; grandchildren Daniel, Ryan, Alexandra, Shelby, David, Jenna, Katie, Betsy; greatgrandchildren Ethan, Elena, Amelia; siblings Clara Combess, Ray, Clem, Bill Wegman; friend Mary Mercurio. Preceded in death by wife Jean Wegman, Clemens, Marie Wegman, siblings Marie, George Wegman. Services were Dec. 28 at St. Bernard Church. Arrangements by Neidhard-Minges Funeral Home. Memorials to: St. Vincent de Paul Society, c/o St. Bernard Church, 7130 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45247.

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POLICE REPORTS Continued from Page B7 delinquency of a child, theft and warrants, Dec. 17. Brandi M. Reynolds, 22, 5390 Lee’s Crossing Drive, contributing to delinquency of a child and complicity to theft, Dec. 17. Kacie M. Davis, 26, 7914 Greenland Place, contributing to delinquency of a child and attempted theft, Dec. 17. Adam T. Lay, 23, 5721 Sidney Road, attempted theft, Dec. 17. Keith L. Carota, 29, 4145 Janward, attempted theft, Dec. 17. Juvenile, 15, disorderly conduct, Dec. 17. Juvenile, 14, disorderly conduct, Dec. 17. Robert T. Hill, 25, 7451 Colerain Ave., township vendor permit violation, Dec. 18. Walter L. Wathen, 46, 3788 Hillside Ave., robbery, possession of drugs, possessing drug abuse instruments and warrant, Dec. 19. Rod N. Smith, 22, 6903 Taylor

Road, disorderly conduct, Dec. 20. Lonell J. Hall, 21, 3808 Dina Terrace, possession of marijuana, Dec. 20. Joseph Lippolis, 22, 3345 Wonder Ave., possession of drug paraphernalia, theft and warrant, Dec. 20. Richard A. Pierani, 27, 10908 Shaker Point Way No. 8, drug possession and possessing drug abuse instruments, Dec. 21. Michelle A. Baverman, 19, 5629 Sidney Road, theft, Dec. 21.

Incidents/reports Aggravated menacing Victim reported suspect threatened to physically harm them at 5623 Cheviot Road, Dec. 18. Aggravated robbery Suspect armed with knife jumped over teller counter at Fifth Third Bank and stole cash from a drawer at 5540 Cheviot Road, Dec. 13. Three suspects, two of whom were armed with handguns, robbed two employess of

Buybacks of their money, credit cards and cellphones, and robbed the business of money at 6121 Colerain Ave., Dec. 19. Assault Suspect spit on victim inside Family Dollar at 6134 Colerain Ave., Dec. 14. Breaking and entering Copper piping stolen from home at 2954 North Bend Road, Dec. 14. Front door damaged during attempted break in attempt at Pro Touch Restoration at 5843 Harrison Ave. Suite 110, Dec. 17. Burglary Window screen slid open on home during burglary attempt, but no entry was gained at 3154 Sunny Hollow Lane, Dec. 13. Several firearms and a coin collection stolen from home at 1826 Ebenezer Road, Dec. 16. Glass picture frame broken in home during burglary attempt; nothing found missing at 3201 Floridale Lane, Dec. 19.

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Beverly Hills Su pper Clu b,

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• Beautiful photo galleries • Compelling stories • Interesting facts and quizzes The Enquirer has been telling the stories of our area for over 170 years. RetroCincinnati.com brings back those stories to highlight the people, places and events that shaped our area, and links our history to topics of today to help you better understand our community.

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