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The Brown County Press Sunday, December 27, 2015 • Volume 43 No. 21 Serving Brown County, Ohio since 1973

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Board of Elections split over petition

BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press Two petitions for inclusion on the March primary ballot were rejected by the Brown County Board of Elections on Dec. 17.

The petition of Donald Kirker for the position of democrat central committee precinct 150 was not signed by the candidate and was re-

jected.

Another rejected petition is generating a bit more controversy.

The petition of Teresa Montgomery for democrat central committee precinct 130 was rejected by the board because Montgomery signed the petition before gathering the signatures.

The purpose of the candidate signature is to certify

that they witnessed the signing of the petition by eligible electors. The date on Montgomery’s petition was prior to the dates on the signatures.

The issue at hand is that BOE member Joann Kattine told Montgomery that her petition was flawed before the deadline for submission.

Montgomery submitted a second petition, but failed to withdraw the first one.

On the advice of Brown County Prosecuting Attorney Jessica Little, the BOE rejected the first petition because it had not been withdrawn.

The vote to not accept was 2-0, with Republicans Paul Hall and Mariah Votel voting in favor of rejection.

Democrats Kattine and Dallas Hurt both abstained from the vote. Hurt ab-

stained because Montgomery was running against him for the precinct 130 seat.

Kattine abstained because the vote came after a long discussion in which board members Hall and Votel made the case that Kattine had violated procedure, if not the law, by informing Montgomery of the error on her petition.

During the board of elec-

tions meeting on Dec. 17, the issue of Montgomery’s notification was discussed by the board.

In a recording of the board meeting, BOE Director Connie Ayers can be heard explaining to board members why Montgomery brought in a second petition.

Ayers told the board, “BeCONTINUED ON PAGE 12

Bethel Save-A-Lot celebrates opening

BY Megan Alley Sun Staff

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The Williamsburg Township trustees and the Clermont County commissioners approved an enterprise zone agreement, clearing the way for Milacron LLC to grow its operations in the county. Cincinnati Milacron is located at 4165 Half-Acre Rd

Milacron to add 149 new jobs in Batavia

BY Megan Alley Sun Staff The Williamsburg Township trustees and the Clermont County commissioners approved an enterprise zone agreement, clearing the way for Milacron LLC to grow its operations in the county.

The trustees made the decision during their meeting on Dec. 14, and the commissioners voted on Dec. 17.

Both bodies approved a 60 percent property tax abatement for 10 years for a $6 million Milacron expansion project.

Of the total investment, $2.4 million will be used for the construction of a 28,000-square foot building addition, according to a fact sheet supplied by the county.

The remaining $3.6 million will be for existing building improve-

ments to house additional employees and upgrade the facility to support increased production.

The project is proposed to begin this month, and Milacron has 36 months to complete construction.

“We’re pretty excited about what’s happened,” said trustee Gary Jordan.

According to the agreement, Milacron will hire 149 permanent full-time equivalent positions within three years of completing construction.

These new positions are expected to net $7 million in additional payroll.

“It’s a good day for Clermont County and definitely a good day for Williamsburg Township,” said Adele Evans, assistant director of the Clermont County Department of Community and Economic Development.

Andrew Kuchta, director of the Clermont

County Department of Community and Economic Development, said the project was very competitive.

“Milacron was taking a very hard look at relocating all its facilities to Indiana,” he said. “They did get a very, very financially lucrative proposal from the state of Indiana to move all the production facilities in Ohio out there.”

He added, “The state of Ohio came up with an incentive package and this was our part of the whole deal.”

Commissioner David Uible said he was glad that Milacron is staying in the county.

“Absolutely,” agreed Commissioner Bob Proud.

“This is a win, win.”

He added, “I’m glad that they’re staying because they’ve been here a long time.”

The Bethel Save-A-Lot, which is located in the former Bethel IGA building, is now open.

Store officials celebrated the occasion with a grand opening on Dec. 18.

Ryan Barnes, regional director for Save-A-Lot, said he’s really looking forward to getting the store open.

“There’s been a lot of work that’s gone on to get this store to where it is,” said Larry Noe, president of Saver Group, Inc., during a staff meeting on Dec. 17.

Saver Group, which currently operates 51 stores in five states, aims to provide customer focused service at the best possible price in the cleanest environment, according to the company’s website.

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The Bethel Save-A-Lot, located 545 W. Plane St., is now open. Larry Noe, president of Saver Group, Inc., speaks to employees during a staff meeting on Dec. 17, 2015.

24 people indicted by Brown County Grand Jury

BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press 24 people were indicted by a Brown County Grand Jury on Dec. 17 on a variety of charges.

Shane Patrick, 22 of Ripley is charged with second and third degree felony Robbery and fifth degree felony Theft for allegedly

robbing First State Bank in Ripley on Nov. 30.

David Turner, 40 of Norwood, is charged with second degree felony Burglary and fourth degree felony counts of Grand Theft and Receiving Stolen Property.

Christopher Ramsey Jr., 27 of Aberdeen, is charged with Having Weapon While

Under Disability, a third degree felony.

Guy Friend, 31 of Cincinnati, is charged with Gross Sexual Imposition, a third degree felony.

Jonathan Reichel, 29 of Bloomington, IN, is charged Felonious Assault, a first degree felony, Failure to Comply with an Order or CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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Local heroes honored for bravery Thirteen men from four different departments were honored Dec. 18 for putting their lives on the line to save the lives of six people during the flooding last July.

Members of the Georgetown Fire Department, Georgetown Police Department, Brown County Sheriff’s Department and the Ohio Highway Patrol were given certificates of appreciation by the OHP for their rescue efforts.

The ceremony took place at the OHP post in Georgetown.

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OHP Captain Paul Hermes read the certificate of appreciation out loud for the men and their families and then personally congratulated them.

“You all certainly put your lives at risk by running to rushing water to save others...I think it’s very appropriate that you all are recognized today. I applaud your efforts and your collaboration and thank you for a job well done,” Hermes said.

After the ceremony, Georgetown Fire Chief Joey Rockey talked about that night.

“We could have lost the whole engine company. It could have been tragic the way the water was,” Rockey said.

“For the potential loss of life, it was probably one of the worst scenes that I’ve been on since 1989. We had seven or eight guys there, and if the water had come up any more, they would have probably all been swept off, along with the officers from the highway patrol and sheriff’s department.”

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Commander Randy McElfresh said the danger level for all involved in the rescue

was very high.

“You had slabs of blacktop that were up to six feet in

length. There was so much water, so much debris. Had any slipped that was not teth-

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BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press

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Those recognized for their life saving efforts included (back row, from left) Deputy Quinn Carlson, BCSO, Sgt. Joshua Patrick, Tpr. Chris Roe, Tpr. Eric Weinman, OHP, Lane Lucas and Walt Griffith, GFD and Bobby Gifford, GPD (front row, from left) Danny Hardyman, Nathan Hardyman, Brian Dutlinger and jason DeBoard of GFD, Shaun Inlow of GPD and GFD Chief Joey Rockey. Tpr. Joshua Greer (not pictured) was also recognized

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The team at First State Bank teamed up once again this year with the Gingerbread House Daycare in Mt. Orab to coordinate the fourth annual “Giving Tree” program in Mt. Orab.

“With the help of many community members and local businesses the collection surpassed all expectations”, said Vince Roades, Mt. Orab Banking Center Manager. “As part of this year’s program, more than 88 local children in need will receive Christmas gifts of clothing, toys and educational games.

Additionally, 20 families will receive large boxes of food made possible due to monetary donations to the program.

“We want to thank everyone who helped put smiles on the faces of local children this year,” Roades said.

“It has been such an outpouring of support from

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Over 88 local children will receive gifts just for them from the team of employees at First State Bank in Mt. Orab and the Gingerbread House Daycare Center, thanks to the “Giving Tree.” Shown from left are First State Bank staff members Taylor Doss, Diana Grooms, Kaeln Dabe and Billie Rae Henry. Large boxes of food will also be given out to 20 families thanks to monetary donations to the program.

the community and that is what Christmas is all about,” said Tim Watson, owner of the Gingerbread House Daycare center.

The tree was decorated with ornaments with a child’s first name printed on it along with their age, clothes and shoe sizes and

their wish list.

Businesses and individuals would take one of the ornaments off the tree and buy Christmas items for that child.

First State Bank in Mt. Orab is located at 501 West Main Street and can be contacted by calling (937)

444-2380.

Gingerbread House Daycare is located at 406 West Main Street and can be reached at (937) 4449990.

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Brown County police officers, students participating in the Shop with a Cop program, and their chaperones enjoy a hearty breakfast at the Country Inn Restaurant in Mt. Orab.

The Country Inn Restaurant hosts Shop with a Cop breakfast The Country Inn Restaurant in Mt. Orab hosted a breakfast for the more than 100 participants in the annual Brown County Shop with a Cop program Tuesday, Dec. 15.

The Shop with a Cop program pairs students from around the county who are in less fortunate circumstances with a police officer from the county. The police officer and the student, along with a chaperone, spend the day together shopping for Christmas presents and enjoying a variety of activities.

The Brown County Shop with a Cop program was started several years ago by Patrolman Mike Dearing, a Mt. Orab police officer.

Dearing said that he started the program five years ago with one family and one patrol car. Last year, 29 police officers participated and that number has grown to 33 this year.

He said that the program has been so successful not only because of the profound effect it has on the students, but because of the effect it

has on the police officers who volunteer their time with them.

“This program affects every single on of these officers and the chaperones,” Dearing said. “It changes our lives just as much as it changes the lives of these kids.”

Dearing said that when he was nine years old, he was selected to participate in a Shop with a Cop program, and it changed his life.

“From that day forward I knew that I wanted to be in law enforcement,” Dearing said. “I know this program works and can be really beneficial. If it hadn't been for that day when I was nine, I might not be on this side of the badge.”

The 33 students, who were selected to participate in the program by their school administrators, began their day with a procession in police cars from the police department to the Country Inn, with lights flashing and sirens blaring.

After breakfast, the procession continued to the

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has sadly entered a new era due to the unexpected passing of the principal operator and shepherdess, Kathy Cunningham.

For more than forty years, Kathy bred naturally colored sheep and Angora goats, and processed and marketed exceptional animal fibers for Artisans and Animal Fiber Enthusiasts. Hand spinning and knitting were her particular specialties.

Kathy’s husband of fifty-four years must announce that much of what has given meaning to life is now ending, so patrons who have unfinished business may contact The Black Sheep at (937) 515-4378.

Hillsboro Walmart, where each child received $500 to spend on himself or herself for Christmas.

After shopping, the students were treated to lunch at Dakota Steakhouse and video games and a viewing of the movie “The Good Dinosaur” at Star Cinemas in Hillsboro.

After that, everyone returned to Mt. Orab. La Rosas supplied dinner, and the police officers and volunteers wrapped the presents, which will be delivered to the children on Christmas.

Kroger donates a Christmas dinner for the families of the participants in the program.

Country Inn kitchen manager James Golden said that the restaurant participates in the program because it is a really great experience for the students.

“It's great to be a part of this,” Golden said. “It's great that so many police officers take the time for these kids.

It's a full day of fun things that these kids deserve and need.”

Golden said that the restaurant donates the food for the breakfast, and that the servers donate their time to the event.

In addition to the businesses that participated in the event, many businesses and individuals across the county contribute to the program, and every police department in the county was represented.

Dearing said that one 13year-old girl from Mt. Orab donated $1,200 to the program this year. He said that she sold hot chocolate in the Kroger lobby for a month to raise the money.

I think one of her friends who needed help had been a part of the program and she wanted to contribute somehow,” Dearing said.Mt. Orab Police chief Bryan Mount said that the event makes a big impact on the children, and that his officers are really committed to it.

“This a big deal for these kids and for us,” Mount said.

“We have seven cars this year, and all of my officers are all on their own time.”

We would like to express our sincerest appreciation for the trust you have placed in us.

Best wishes for the holidays.

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BY Martha B. Jacob The Brown County Press

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The first person to be sentenced in an alleged burglary group that may have spanned three counties was handed a two year prison sentence Thursday, Nov 17 in Brown County Court of Common Pleas.

Jessica Crank of Mount Orab pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree felony burglary and received a two-year prison sentence, credited with 51 days for jail time already served.

As part of her sentence, Crank will be subject to a mandatory three years of post release control upon completion of her time in prison.

Crank is one of four indicted in a group suspected of being behind thirty or more burglaries in Brown, Clermont and Clinton Counties, according to detectives.

However, she has only been linked to a single burglary in Brown County.

According to the indictment, Jessica Crank, along with her husband Brian Crank, allegedly stole cash and a Smith and Wesson 9 mm handgun from victims Todd and Christa Cook on Oct 23. A probable cause affidavit filed in Brown County Municipal Court says the two were identified as suspects after video recovered from a surveillance system appeared to show the two committing the crime.

The affidavit further accuses

the two of removing the DVR box for the camera system and disposing of it along the railroad tracks behind the victim's home on Hess Road in Pike Township, where it was found by the victims.

Jessica and Brian Crank were former tenants of a property owned by the victims, according to the affidavit.

According to a criminal complaint filed in Brown County Municipal Court, on Oct 26, Todd Cook, a victim in the burglary, allegedly solicited or procured Doug Watson to assault Jessica and Brian Crank. Both Cranks were transported to Mt. Orab Mercy Hospital upon being attacked shortly after midnight, according to court records.

Cook was charged with two counts of second-degree felony complicity to assault and Watson charged with two counts of second-degree felony assault. On Dec 1, the two pleaded guilty in Municipal Court to one count of first-degree misdemeanor assault and received a sentence of a suspended 180 days in jail, one year probation and 80 hours community service. Both must also undergo anger management classes and avoid contact with Jessica and Brian Crank.

Brian Crank is expected in court for a pre-trial hearing on Dec 29 in Brown County Court of Common Pleas. He was indicted in November

Samuel Tice sentenced to prison

On November 5, 2015, a 2 Count indictment was filed against Samuel Martin Tice in Case No. 20152294. The indictment charged Count 1, Illegal Manufacture of Drugs w/spec, a felony of the 1st degree, having a maximum penalty of 11 years in prison, a fine in the amount of $20,000.00 and a license suspension between 6 months to 3 years; Count 2, Illegal Assembly or Possession of Chemicals w/spec , a felony of the 2nd degree, having a maximum penalty of 8 years in prison and a $15,000.00 fine. On December 16, 2015 the

Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Count 1 before Brown County Common Pleas Judge Scott T. Gusweiler.

On that same date Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Tice to a confinement of 5 years in the Ohio Department of Corrections, a mandatory fine, license suspension for 12 months and a forfeiture of us currency. Count 2 is dismissed. Judge Gusweiler further advised the Defendant of a mandatory 5 years of Post Release Control through the Adult Parole Authority upon his release from prison.

Residents living in and around the Mount Orab, Ohio can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Mount Orab United Methodist Church will host this community event on January 6, 2016.

The site is located at 212 Church St in Mount Orab.

Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health.

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Free parking is also available.

Packages start at $149, but consultants will work with you to create a package that is right for you based on your age and risk factors.

Call 1-877-237-1287 or visit our website at www.lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.

Affordable health screenings coming to Mount Orab

I would like to thank my children Robert, Connie, Jean, Mary Jo and everyone for sharing my 90th Birthday with me! I appreciate all of your love and cards! It really meant a lot to me and you all made me so very happy! I thank God for each and every one of you. May God bless you and keep each of you now and always in His care.

Love, Freda Ward

on five counts of second-degree felony burglary, three counts of third-degree felony grand theft when the property is a firearm or dangerous ordnance, three counts of fifth-degree felony theft, one count of fourth-degree felony safecracking, one count of fourth-degree felony theft from a person in a protected class, three counts of fifth-degree felony theft, one count of fifth-degree felony receiving stolen property, and one count of first-degree felony engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity. Crank also has been indicted on similar charges in Clermont County Court of Common Pleas.

A plea/trial hearing is expected on Jan 11, 2016 in Brown County Court of Common Pleas for accused

burglary group member Jeffery Carlier. He was indicted in November on seven counts of second-degree felony burglary, three counts of fifth-degree felony theft, one count of fourth-degree felony safecracking, two counts of fourth-degree felony theft from a person in a protected class, two counts of third-degree felony theft when the property is a firearm or dangerous ordnance, one count of fourthdegree felony receiving stolen property, and one count of first-degree felony engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity. Carlier also has been indicted on similar charges in Clermont County Court of Common Pleas.

The final member identified as a suspected member of the burglary group, Sherry

Lindsey sentenced to prison for burglary

On August 27, 2015, a 17 Count indictment was filed against Jeffrey Lindsey in Case No. 2015-2218. The indictment charged Counts 1, 3, 11, & 13 Burglary, a felony of the 2nd degree, having a maximum penalty of 8 years in prison and a $15,000.00 fine; Count 14, Grand Theft When the Property is a Firearm or Dangerous Ordnance and Count 15, Having Weapons Under Disability, both felonies of the 3rd degree, having a maximum penalty of 36 months in prison and a $10,000.00 fine; Count 17, Engaging in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity, a felony of the 1st degree, having a maximum penalty of 11 years in prison and $20,000.00 fine, and Counts 4-12, Petty Theft and Child Endangerment, all misdemeanors. On November 19, 2015 the Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Counts 1, 3, 11, and 13 before Brown County Common Pleas Judge Scott

T. Gusweiler.

On that same date Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Lindsey as to Count 1, 4 years in the Ohio Department of Corrections plus restitution; Count 3, a confinement of 4 years in the Ohio Department of Corrections to be served consecutively with the sentence imposed in Counts 1; Count 11, a confinement of 3 years in the Ohio Department of Corrections to be served concurrently with the sentence imposed in Counts 1 and 3, plus restitution; Count 13, 3 years in prison to be served consecutively to Counts 1, 3 and 11 plus restitution. Counts 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17 and the Firearm Specification to Count 13 are dismissed. Judge Gusweiler further advised the Defendant of a mandatory 3 years of Post Release Control through the Adult Parole Authority upon his release from prison.

On November 5, 2015, a 2 Count indictment was filed against Rebecca L. Tice in Case No. 20152300. The indictment charged Count 1, Illegal Manufacture of Drugs w/spec, a felony of the 1st degree, having a maximum penalty of 11 years in prison, a fine in the amount of $20,000.00 and a license suspension between 6 months to 3 years; Count 2, Illegal Assembly or Possession of Chemicals for the Manufacture of Drugs w/spec , a felony of the 2nd degree, having a maximum penalty of 8 years in prison and a $15,000.00 fine. On December 17, 2015 the

Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Count 1 before Brown County Common Pleas Judge Scott T. Gusweiler.

On that same date Judge Gusweiler sentenced Ms. Tice to a confinement of 3 years in the Ohio Department of Correction and a license suspension for 12 months. Count 2 is dismissed along with specifications to Count 1. Judge Gusweiler further advised the Defendant of a mandatory 3 years of Post Release Control through the Adult Parole Authority upon her release from prison.

Is getting healthier a New Year’s goal? Join us at the Fayetteville-Perry Library on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 10:00 a.m., to explore fitness apps with Guiding Ohio Online Instructor Patsy Fisher. Explore and discover the right fitness app to help you meet your health goals.

The class will also be available on Saturday, January

16, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at the Mary P. Shelton Library. Don’t forget to bring your own mobile device.

For more information on upcoming technology events visit the website www.browncountypubliclibrary.org, or call Guiding Ohio Online instructor: Patsy Fisher at 513-4361301.

There will be a Quarter Raffle on Friday Jan. 8th at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center on Hamer Rd in Georgetown to benefit Open Arms***Always.

They provides information and monetary assistance, if available, to veterans and their families, whether currently serving or honorably discharged from the American Armed Forces. Their

principle charge is to help direct veterans to areas where their needs can be met. They strive to give everything they can to those who have given so much for the freedom we still enjoy.

The doors open at 6, the fun starts at 7 pm, food will be available, split the pot and door prizes! Gather your friends and family to help our local veterans!

Rebecca Tice sentenced to prison

Carlier, was indicted Oct 29 in Clermont County Court of Common Pleas on one count of third-degree felony tampering with evidence. She is expected to be sentenced Jan 4, 2016, according to court

records.

Clinton County has not yet indicted any members of the group, where detectives believe they may have committed an additional four burglaries.

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Of course! However, it probably represents more of us than we would like to admit or even think.

If you are truly interested in doing something extremely valuable and charitable this holiday season, visit a nursing home or an assisted living center. I have worked in and around these settings for over 40 years. I know all too well, despite the best efforts of the operators and staff that these places can be dauntingly lonely for many who

live there. The loneliness and boredom becomes more profound around this time of year.

I’ve heard it said: “We have all have been born for a reason, but all of us do not discover why. Success in life has nothing to do with what we gain materially or accomplish for ourselves. It is what we do for those who will never have the ability to repay us.” At Ohio Veterans Home, our overall mission is: “To Serve Those Who Served”

by providing the highest level of quality care and services in a dignified, compassionate and personcentered manner. Please consider dropping by for a visit during this holiday season and join us in showing these brave Americans how grateful that we truly are for their service.

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My animal shelter dog, Boomer, a mix between an Australian shepperd and a German shorthaired pointer, woke me up early one morning a few years ago, about 4 a.m., demanding to go out. He rarely goes out that early, usually he waits until I get up, so I knew he needed to go out right away, and was desperate to do so.

I dragged myself to the door, all the while, Boomer was jumping around my feet, whining and barking as though he’d gotten the scent of something.

I figured it was the neighbor’s cat tearing out my trash again so I opened the door really fast and said “Get ‘em Boomer” hoping he would scare the cat. I knew my dog was too fat to catch the cat, he was too out of shape, but maybe he could discourage the cat from coming back.

Big mistake!!

I flicked the outside light on just in time to see Boomer grab a small skunk by the head and toss it up into the air. I screamed…”No Boomer, come here…come here,” but then again I was the same person who had just said “Get-em Boomer,” just two seconds earlier, so what did I know?

The spray that shot out of that little skunk would have covered a small car.

Unfortunately, it covered my small dog.

Boomer let out with a yelp and responded to my yell. He came running back to me as fast as he could, whining and crying as he shot up the steps and back through the door.

This dog has never listened to me before in his life, but picks that morning to obey my command!

He was as upset as I was with the whole ordeal. I tried to get back in the door before Boomer

As of Monday, 1,070 people have been killed on Ohio roadways this year.

That’s a 9 percent increase over the same time last year. As Ohioans prepare for holiday festivities, the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) want to urge safety while driving on the roadways – especially remembering to always drive sober – to avoid fatalities for the rest of the year.

Last year in Ohio, 24 people died in 23 crashes between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. Of those crashes, nine were OVI-related, resulting in ten deaths. OSHP will be out in full force this holiday season removing dangerous and impaired drivers in an effort to reduce fatal and injury crashes. OSHP arrested

628 drivers for OVI last year between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. “We want motorists to understand that you have the power to make Ohio roadways safer,” said Colonel Paul A. Pride, Patrol superintendent. “Every time you designate a sober driver, prevent a drunk friend from driving home, put on your safety belt or put down your phone while at the wheel, you are contributing to safer roads and a safer Ohio.”

To illustrate the number of deaths on Ohio’s roadways this year, 1,070 chairs lined the back lawn of ODOT’s central office in Columbus Tuesday morning. The visual depiction is a grave reminder that each

traffic fatality results in an empty seat at a family dinner table.

OSHP and ODOT partnered earlier this year to launch a safety initiative to bring awareness to the high number of traffic deaths.

Since July, ODOT has been posting the number of fatalities, updated weekly, on more than 130 digital message boards above the highway and several portable message boards around the state. In July, the state had recorded 487 traffic deaths, a 19 percent increase over the previous year.

Overall, we are seeing higher increases in crashes involving pedestrians, bicycles, older drivers, and large trucks. The majority

of traffic deaths have involved unbelted drivers and passengers, speed, alcohol, and drivers under the age of 25.

"Our top priority is always safety," said ODOT Director Jerry Wray. "The increased number of traffic deaths in Ohio is a great concern for both ODOT and our partners at the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

A greater awareness before the holiday will hopefully result in one less death, one less loss, and one more family celebrating rather than mourning.”

The public is encouraged to continue using #677 to report dangerous or impaired drivers, as well as drug activity.

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Taking A Trip Through Time

Pictured above is the Yankeetown School, teacher, and pupils. circa 1910-1920. If you have more information about this photo or would like more information about the Brown County Historical Society please call Ned S. Lodwick at (937) 446-3226. ‘Taking a Trip Through Time’ is a feature of the Brown County Press that is supplied by our readers. If you have photos of places within Brown County that are at least 30 years old please feel free to submit them along with some information about the photo to The Brown County Press by email to bcpress@frontier.com or mail them to or drop them off at The Brown County Press 219 South High Street Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154. You will get your picture back. You can also reach us at (937) 444-3441.

Visit a veteran during the holidays Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, For many, prosperity, bright futures and family all add to the importance and excitement of this joyous holiday time. It is the time of year when we are overflowing with Yuletide sentimentality and when we feel compelled to do something meaningful for the less fortunate among us. This is our opportunity to say, I really do care.” Although, we find ourselves hurried and harried by the hubbub of the holiday season, we want to make that token effort to immunize our conscience from any guilt until next year. Is this a cynical generalization?

Looking for lost bracelet

Dear Editor, On Sunday, December 13, 2015 while I was shopping at Mt. Orab Kroger I lost my Pandora bracelet. It is mostly red and white with some blue. The middle bead is white with silver sea shells on it.

If you found it, I would really, really appreciate it if you would return it back to the Kroger service desk. It really means a lot to me because my granddaughter bought it for me while we were on vacation.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Merry Christmas Barbara Harbottle

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could get back in the house, but he shot up those steps and tried to rub the spray out of his eyes on my legs. I grabbed his collar and tried to push him back outside, but he was shaking all over, crying and temporarily blinded.

The smell of that little skunk was so overwhelming that I instantly felt nauseated and began gagging, as did Boomer.

Suddenly Boomer took off running, as if to run away from the smell. He ran for the living room, dragging me behind him as I took held on to his collar. He ran under the coffee table and began rubbing himself on the carpet.

I had to drag him out of the living room and decided to put him in the basement until I could decide what to do. I was afraid to put him back outside, I didn’t know where the skunk was.

With Boomer safely in the basement, I knew he was rubbing on everything down there, especially on my husband’s couch in his man-cave.

Not good.

I ran to the computer and Googled eliminate skunk odor. Instantly I found what was considered a sure-cure for skunk odor. It was a mixture of one quart of hydrogen peroxide mixed with onefourth a cup of baking soda and a tablespoon of dishwashing liquid.

I quickly threw the recipe together and began rubbing it all over Boomer’s head, chest and front legs. He was every bit as traumatized as I was.

Fortunately the recipe was quite effective and seemed to neutralize the skunk oil.

I then rubbed it all over my legs, arms and hands which also worked very well. But the smell in my living room, outside the front door and all over the basement was a whole other set of problems.

I was exhausted, nauseous and frustrated.

It was about 6:30 a.m. by that time, so I sat down to watch a little TV and relax a little before I had to start getting ready for work.

About that time my husband got up and headed for the bathroom.

He saw me sitting in the living room and said… ”You better not let the dog out, honey, I think I smell a skunk and it must be pretty close to the house.”

“Thanks for the advice, dear,” I responded. “By the way, do you think you could clean the basement sometime today?”

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Ripley-Union-LewisHuntington Board of Education met in regular session on Wednesday, Dec 16 at the high school, with all board members present.

Mr. Greg Smith from Energy Optimizers presented a plan for the HB 264 project.

The School Energy Program, (HB 264) was established in 1985 to allow school districts to make energy efficiency improvements to their buildings and use the cost savings to pay for those improvements. The program gives districts the ability to borrow funds without having to pass a ballot

issue for the authority to borrow.

Smith explained to the board that the program will allow RULH to make several energy efficient capital improvements that pay for themselves over the next several years.

He stated that the most significant part of the project is moving to more energy efficient LED lights across the three schools. Other parts of the project include improved weatherization across all three buildings and updated HVAC controls. The RULH board passed a resolution to continue with the next step of the project with Energy Optimizers.

“The first round of testing

on the Chromebooks has now been completed,” said district superintendent, Linda Naylor. “Our third grade students have taken the new fall reading test and our high school students were finishing first semester end-of-course exams. For the most part, the move to online testing went smoothly.”

Superintendent Naylor told the board that the PARCC (Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers) and AIR (American Institutes for Research) scores from the 2015 testing have been received and RULH students did reasonably well on many of the tests, given that they

were over different standards and in a new format.

“Individual student reports will be available soon and all districts’ results are available on the Ohio Department of Education website,” Naylor said.

Treasurer of the board, Jeff Rowley asked for approval of a Chromebook self-insurance fund and renewal of the property insurance agreement. The board approved both.

Recommendations made by the superintendent included: • approval of a $2,500 donation from United Way for the elementary school’s participation in the Eastern Area Ready Schools Collabora-

for spay and neuter services.

“One of these options is partnering with the Fraternal Order of Eagles 2293 in Georgetown to provide a mobile veterinary unit right here in Brown County.”

Rascal Mobile Vet Clinic will be available on January 5, 2016 at the FOE, 600 Mt. Orab Pike.

Rascal Clinic schedules clinics throughout the year offering reduced prices to pet owners for vaccines, Microchip and Wellness Clinics and many other kinds of clinics. A complete schedule of upcoming events can be found at www.rascalunit.com/schedule.html.

Located in Dublin Ohio, the two mobile veterinary hospitals which travel throughout the state with the help of local humane organizations, pounds and shelters.

“This spay and neuter program will fill up quickly and we are very fortunate to be able to have them come to Brown County,” Zureick said. “Brown County is a community of pet lovers. If provided help with their pets vet care, the public will always respond.”

The Brown County Humane Society established in 1976. It is an organization dedicated to the care and well-being of companion

animals that have been rescued by the society and the Brown County Animal Shelter due to cruelty, neglect, homelessness or owner surrenders.

“We are committed to placing these animals into permanent, loving homes,” Zureick said, “We feel morally obligated to protect and improve the lives of all animals and educate our community about proper and responsible care.”

Pricing information is available on the Rascals Units website at www. rascalunit.com. To schedule a pet’s appointment please call Chris Troutman at (513) 256-7702 or call the Brown County Animal Shelter at (937) 378-3457.

tive for the 2015-2016 school year; • acceptance of the resignation for retirement from Donald Kevin Jones; • approval of Barbie Plymesser as a sub custodian; • approval to hire Shelly Sroufe as an Intervention Specialist at the middle school.

The board approved the recommendation and also had its first reading of the fall update to board Policy from NEOLA, which provides school districts with a complete service for developing and updating board bylaws and policies.

The board also set its organizational meeting for Wednesday, Jan. 6 at 6 p.m.

at the RULH High School, with Mr. Barry Sims acting as Pro Tempore. The board also approved payment for membership in the Ohio School Boards Association for 2016.

The board heard an update on the softball field at the middle school which is progressing nicely and hopefully will be available for use by spring. The board was also updated on recent bids for a shelter house project. All bids were rejected.

The board acknowledged a thank you from the Cecil Black family in regard to the dedication of the bench in the library for a former teacher, Mrs. Shirley Black.

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Many people are surprised to learn that nationwide, more than three million cats and dogs are euthanized in animal shelters each year, according to Leslie Zureick, board chairman of the Brown County Humane Society.

“Unfortunately,” Zureick said, “many of these animals are the offspring of owned pets that are not spayed or neutered. But we, as members of the Humane Society, want to help reduce the number of unwanted animals and we are committed to offering low-cost options

Children send Santa their Christmas wishes

Dear Santa, I wish I could have a pet.

(Reindeer pet and book) for my little elf. And a tootsie roll. A letter from Santa Claus, Monster High Ghost Party Drinking Strawberry Juice.

Love, Avery

Dear Santa, For Crasmas I want a teacup mates and Shopkens.

Some Amarcon girl doll stuff and can you give me a ritd and I want the pupey in a cage in my bedroom and I want yellow laedor and a Glden Rchever and all dogs in the cage in my bedroom.

Ples and thank you and a 50 doller pont carde.

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Dear Santa, I think I’ve been pretty good this year. Could I please have a mackup box and a baby doll, and some baby doll close.

Love, Jayden

FACE and the game POP THE PIG please and some clothes and I’ve been wanting a TRAMPOLINE for a long time now even though It’s turning winter and I want to be aloud to do CHEERLEADING or GYMNASTICS but I am not aloud toso just I want some clothes and games this year please and thank you!

Sincerly, Caroline Dear Santa, Give my presents to the kids that can’t get Christmas.

Audry

Dear Santa, Here is Katies Christmas list, 1. frozen bed set, 2. Big Monkey-stuffed animal, 3. frozen dans and cloth to, 4. bored games, 5. a kitten & both puppie, begal, 6. phone cases 5S, 7. IPhone 5S Gol02!!!!!, 8. iPade - cases,

9. Movie Annie - Blak, 10. frozen sleping bag & pillow, 11. new shoes - Boots like moms, 12. to see Skyler, Nevaen, Alean, 13. a real live monkey, 14. a real mice iphone, 15. a real Recorer flut, 16. Whisal, 17. toys toys - toys- toys-toys, 18.

Peano like uncal Mikeys Micrapone, 19. remote cantrol car - blue - pink, 20.

Olof doll, 21. tea set, 22.

Ballons, 23. frozen stuff, 24. lap top, 25. frozen Bored Game, 26. a Picter Of the Girls, 27. a family Picture.

Marey Christmas, Katie

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Dear Santa, I been a very good girl this year so will you bring me make up, plus a dog also Malevie dolls, dolls and a Frozen fever Raft.

Love, Madisyn

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“What kind of clinic did you say this was?” It’s a spay and neuter clinic sponsored by the FOE of Georgetown and the Brown County Humane Society set for Tuesday, Jan. 5 at the FOE.

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Dear Santa, Merry Christmas! I would like to get a Tinker bell for Christmas, toy doll house, a Barbie and a truck for Bubby.

Love, Brenna, 4

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Douglas Edward Dennemann, 57, of Owensville and Milford, Oh. passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2015.

He was born 16, 1958.

He was the loving father of 2 sons, Matthew and Timothy Dennemann, good grandfather to Rebekah, Courtney, and Elaina Dennemann. Husband for 27 years and friend for 41 years to Rhonda Hitt, 1 sister and other family members, mother-in-law Janice Hitt Schosky.

Doug loved to work, especially on home projects, landscaping beautiful gardens with flowers and trees. This man did not have a lazy bone in his body and was the most intelligent with computers or electrical work, could do remodeling quite well also. He enjoyed sitting around talking and laughing and eating good food.

Even after a divorce when Doug and Rhonda would end a conversation, Doug would say a “Star Trek” quote to her, “You are and always will be my friend”.

He is and will be deeply missed. He is sleeping under God’s care now.

No services were held.

“And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise.”

Luke 23:43

Lawrence Matthew Miller, 91

Lawrence Matthew Miller was born May 5, 1924 to Clarence and Flora Miller in Brown County, Ohio. He passed away at the age of 91 years, 7 months and 4 days at the Villa Nursing Home in Georgetown.

He was united in marriage to Esther McMullen on August 29, 1947. To this union two children were born, Connie (Tom) Sawyers and Tony (Phyllis) Miller, five grandchildren Dwayne, Andrew, Kevin, Joseph, and Carey. He had 13 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother Albert Miller, one sister Mabel Bohl, and one grandchild James Sawyers. He has one surviving brother, Phillip (Doris) Miller and several nieces and nephews.

He was born on Goose Run Road on the farm where he was raised with his brothers and sister. He graduated from Georgetown School, after high school he entered the service during WWII. He then returned home in 1946 and married Esther in 1947. They lived in Cincinnati until they bought a farm in Brownstown, where they farmed and he went to GI schooling. Then, worked at Equity Dairies, Pershing Meat Packing and Ford Motor Company from which he retired after 22 years. Lawrence then went back to small time farming.

Services were held on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at the Lutheran Church in Arnheim and he was buried at the Luthern Cemetery.

TWO MEN-PART I

Acts chapter 10 just might be the most important chapter in all of the Bible. In chapter 10 God radically changed the direction in which the New Testament church was heading. Therefore, this chapter is a pivotal chapter in our Bible.

God changed the direction of the church by working with 2 different men in 2 different cities. The Apostle Peter who had preached that marvelous message on the day of Pentecost, had gone to Joppa and was spending time with a man by the name of Simon, a tanner by trade. At the same time Peter was in Joppa there was a man down in the seaport of Caesarea, about 40 miles away, that God was also working with. His name was Cornelius. He was a centurion, a devout man and one that feared God. He did not believe in Christ but he did believe in God. He was a religious man and a man of great authority.

He was a Gentile. He obviously had a family and it sounds like he was a very good man.

He had been praying and seeking God because he knew that there had to be more to the truth. While he was praying and seeking God, verses 3-6 tells us: “He saw in a vision evidently about the ninth hour of the day an angel of God coming in to him, and saying unto him, Cornelius. And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God. And now send men to Joppa, and call for one Simon, whose surname is Peter: He lodgeth with one Simon a tanner, whose house is by the sea side: he shall tell thee what thou oughtest to do.” Now this is interesting because this man Cornelius was not a believer in Christ. The Gospel of Christ, throughout the first 9 chapters of Acts, was only being preached to the Jews.

However, the prayers of this Gentile man were heard by God. Now, I have heard people say that God does not hear the prayers of lost people. Well, I would like you to show me a verse for that because God heard this man’s prayers! Not only that, but God saw him giving alms and knew that he was trying to figure things out.

So God sent an angel to tell this man to send men to Joppa to seek out Peter and Peter

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would tell him what he needed to know about God. God was answering this man’s prayers.

In chapter 11:13-14, when Peter is recounting the story, it says: “And he shewed us how he had seen an angel in his house, which stood and said unto him, Send men to Joppa, and call for Simon, whose surname is Peter; Who shall tell thee words, whereby thou and all thy house shall be saved.”

By these verses we know that Cornelius was not saved at the time the angel spoke to him.

Now, go back to chapter 10. In verses 7-8 it tells us that Cornelius picked 2 of his servants and 1 of his soldiers to send to Joppa to fetch Peter. As the story continues it says that these men left the next morning. Even by horseback it would have taken at least 1/2 of a day to get to Joppa. About noon, according to vere 9, as Cornelius’ men were nearing the city, Peter went up onto the housetop to pray. Can you see what is happening here? God is bringing these 2 men, Cornelius and Peter, together for a reason. One had the knowledge of salvation and the other was seeking it. There might be someone today that is seeking God while at the same time someone else is being prepared to talk to him about God and salvation. If that someone is you, will you listen to the one God has sent to: “...tell thee words, whereby thou and all thy house shall be saved”? Maybe a family member or even a friend has invited you to come to church this Sunday. Won’t you consider coming? It could well be the day that you and your family would be saved! There is much more to this story in Acts chapter 10 so we will pick it up again next week.

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OBITUARIES Willis J. Hamilton II, 63

Willis J. Hamilton II, 63, of Manchester, OH, formerly of Palm Beach Gardens, FL., passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2015.

He was the beloved husband of Vickie McBeth Hamilton of Manchester, OH; loving father of Lisa Marie Cuni-Hobe of Sound, FL, Misty Ann Griffith of Amelia, OH, Thomas Allen Mitchell of New Richmond, OH and Christopher Dee Mitchell of Mt. Orab, OH; caring grandfather of Louisa, Ryleigh, Finley and Isabella; dear brother of Delores Morton of Jupiter, FL and Debra Locke of Tequesta, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willis J. and Delores Jean (née Bess) Hamilton I. Services to be held at the convenience of the family.

The Megie Funeral Home, Mt. Orab, served the family.

Clarence David Lute, 90

Clarence David Lute, 90, of Aberdeen, Ohio, formerly of West Union, died Saturday, December 19, 2015 at the Ohio Valley Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Ripley. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar Lewis and Dora Agnes (Gray) Lute.

He is survived by his companion, Betty Nesbit of Aberdeen; one daughter; five stepchildren; two cousins: Ronald Lute of West Union and Sam Freeland of Tiffin Township in Adams County.

He was a former tree trimmer and was self-employed.

He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of W.W. II. He was a member of the Simon Kenton V.F.W. Post 2734 in Maysville, Kentucky.

Services were held on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 where Pastor Pete Boldman officiated.

The interment was at East Liberty Cemetery in Lynx.

The Adams County Honor Guard performed a military service.

The Lafferty Funeral Home, West Union, served the family.

Reverend Lillie Belle Hale-Bradford, 82

Reverend Lillie Belle HaleBradford, joined Jesus in the early hours of Sunday morning, December 20, 2015. She was comforted by her husband and son as she left this world. Lung disease took her body but her spirit and soul will live eternally. She leaves behind her devoted husband of seven years Harley Bruce Bradford, her two sons: Thomas L. Hale and Timothy R. Hale (Angela), her four grandchildren; Thomas M. Hale, Tammy L. Burkel, Amber L. Mulvey (Jacob) and Terry K. Campbell and a new great grandbaby Grayson M. Mulvey. She is also survived by her brother Harry Gault (Betty) and two sisters; Betty Payen and Sue Folenius (Bobby) and dear friend Ruth King. She will reunite with her family: Bobby R. Hale, Gina L. Hale, and brothers; Eugene, Jesse Jr., and William Gault.

Lillie was born October 30, 1934. She was one of seven children raised in Jellico, Tennessee. She married Bobby Ray at 19 and together they raised two children, fostered many, and established several churches. They were married for 49 years until Bobby lost a hard fought battle to cancer. God had special plans for Lillie as he led her into the loving arms of Bruce. The two were married in 2008 and continued serving the Lord together. Lillie pastored for over 60 years. She dedicated her life to helping others and showing Christ's compassion. Anyone who sat at her table never went home without feeling loved, and extremely full. She lived a truly humble life and will be missed by so so many.

The funeral will be held on Saturday December 26, 2015 at Hodapp Funeral Home, 6041 Hamilton Ave., College Hill. Visitation is from 10am -12pm and the service will start at noon.

The burial will immediately follow at Arlington Memorial Gardens.

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Lawrence Emerson Mosley, 86

Lawrence Emerson Mosley, age 86 of Ripley, Ohio died Friday, December 18, 2015 at the Villa Georgetown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Georgetown, Ohio. Mr. Mosley was a retired foreman for the US Shoe Corporation. He was born January 25, 1929 in Crothersville, Indiana the son of the late John Emerson and Freda (Chandler) Mosley. He was also preceded in death by one brother – Gordon Mosley.

Mr. Mosley is survived by his wife – Gladys (Breeding) Mosley; three sons – Charles Mosley and his wife Karen of Tuolumne, California, Donald Mosley and his wife Phyllis of Ripley, Ohio and Kelly Mosley of Ripley, Ohio; two daughters – Debra Mosley Roberts and husband Larry of Flatwoods, Kentucky and Jennifer Polley of Ripley, Ohio; three grandchildren – Beth Mosley of Tuolumne, California, Madyson Platt of Russell, Kentucky and Chandler Polley of Ripley, Ohio; one brother – Homer Mosley of Seymour, Indiana ; one sister – Clara Mae Weaver and husband Bill of Seymour, Indiana and several nieces and nephews.

Following cremation, a memorial service was held on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 where Gary Brose officiated. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Crossroads Hospice, 4380 Glendale Milford Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242 or to the Ronald McDonald House, 350 Erkenbrecker Avenue,

Olive Frances Shafer, 90

Olive Frances Shafer, 90 of Georgetown, Ohio died Saturday, December 19, 2015.

Mrs. Shafer was a graduate of Wilmington College and was a teacher for thirty-five years in the Mowrystown, Russellville, Sardinia and Georgetown schools. She was a member of the Fairview Church and an avid quilter. She was born June 3, 1925 in Adams County, Ohio the daughter of the late Walter and Sadie (Kendall) Hughes.

She was also preceded in death by her husband of fifty-four years – Wilbur Shafer in 2010, whom she married July 1, 1955; one brother – Charles Hughes and an infant sister – Annabelle Hughes.

Mrs. Shafer is survived by one son – Dean Shafer of Georgetown, Ohio; one granddaughter – Tara Balzhiser and husband David of Mt. Orab, Ohio; three great grandchildren; one brother – Albert Hughes and several nephews and nieces along with a special niece and caregiver – Shirley Lewis of Decatur, Ohio.

Services were held at Tuesday, December 22, 2015 where Lee Shafer officiated. Interment was in the Decatur Cemetery in Decatur, Ohio.

If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Fairview Church, P.O. Box 146, Georgetown, Ohio 45121 or to the Adams County Christian School, 187 Willow Drive, West Union, Ohio 45693.

The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.

Ralph Wendall Spangler, 89

Ralph Wendall Spangler, 89, passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2015.

He was born April 20, 1926 in Brecon, Ohio to Charles and Myrtle (Lyon) Spangler.

He spent his early childhood in Brecon and later Goshen until entering the Navy at the age of 19.

Following his discharge, he made a living hauling coal and gravel, which was to be the beginning of his life behind the wheel hauling milk, grain and even water. He was married for 67 years to Paulene (Applegate) and together they raised 5 children on a small farm in Middleboro, OH in Warren County and later moved to Clinton County. Tragically, they lost 2 sons, David in 1974 and Dennis in 1999. Until his health started to decline he enjoyed fishing, raising a garden and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Paulene, son- Danny (Judy), daughters Deanna Wiederhold (Edward) and Denise Hinkle (Russell), grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. At the time of his death he had 1 surviving sibling, Mary Keal, 93, who passed away the following day. They are now reunited together with brothers, Frank and William McVey, Clifford (Bus) Spangler and sisters, Martha Daggy, Betty Hoskins, Hope Davis and Emma Sloan.

In lieu of flowers, his family wishes you honor our Veterans in his memory.

Services were held on Monday, December 14, 2015. Interment with military honors was held at Edwardsville Cemetery.

The Tufts Schildmeyer Funeral Home, Blanchester,, served the family.

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Trisha Jamielee Williams, 32

Trisha Jamielee Williams, 32 of Georgetown, Ohio died Wednesday, December 16, 2015 in an auto accident in Georgetown, Ohio. She was a homemaker. Trisha was born March 6, 1983 in Cincinnati, Ohio the daughter of Ralph and Sandra (Smith) Harris of Georgetown, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her grandmothers – Patricia Smith and Carolyn Bedel.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Williams is survived by her husband – Matthew Williams; four children – Garrett Gregory, Marshall and Halo LaVon and Denton Williams; two step-children – Taylor and Lauren Williams; one brother – Colt Gross of Georgetown, Ohio; maternal grandfather – Alton Smith of London, Kentucky and father and mother-in-law – Mike and Yolanda Williams of West Union, Ohio.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, December 27, 2015 at the Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Ohio. Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown, Ohio.

The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.

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MONDAY, DECEMBER 28

B R O A D S H E E T E V E N

TOPS Chapter in Mt. Orab meets at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 28, at Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Blvd. in Mt. Orab. Further information is available by calling Nancy at (937) 444-3437.

Mt. Orab Lions Club meets the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at the Mt. Orab Church of Christ, 400 Smith Avenue in Mt. Orab at 6:30 p.m. The next meeting will be held on , Dec. 28. This event includes a meal, for more information please contact Bob Richmond at (937) 444-4791.

TOPS Chapter in Sardinia will meet on Monday, Dec. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at Sardinia Church of the Nazarene on Sardinia-Mowrystown Road. Further information is available by calling Regina Davidson at (937) 446-3714.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 29

Pilates Classes will begin at 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. every Tuesday at the Fitness Center Lake Waynoka. This class is free to property owners. Contact Dana Bramel at (937) 446-1778 to register and for more information.

Flu Shots will be Available every Tuesday from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 4 p.m. (walk in clinic) for anyone 6 months and older at the Brown County Health Department in Georgetown.

The cost is $25. Medicare Part B and regular Medicaid, Molina and Caresource are accepted, but no medicare HMO’s. For more information call (937) 3786892 or toll free at (866867-6892).

Al-Anon Family Group Sessions will be held every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Mt. Orab Methodist Church on Church Street, off N. High Street. This group can

program that will allow discussions on life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits. For more information call (937) 444-3370.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 2

TOPS Chapter in Winchester meets at 10 a.m. every Wednesday, including Wednesday, Dec. 30, at Winchester Church of Christ, 1540 Tri-County Road in Winchester. For more information please contact Ruth at (937) 4444209.

.Mt. Orab UMC Food Pantry will operate weekly for those who qualify and live in the Western Brown School District, open on Saturday, Jan. 2. The food pantry will be open on Saturdays instead of Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon. Donations are accepted during food pantry hours or by calling (937) 444-1046 to arrange a time.

Yoga Classes will be offered on Thursdays including Dec. 31, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m at the Hospice Center located on Hughes Blvd in Mt. Orab. For more information on this class please contact Jane Amiot at (513) 535-7507.

Miracles Happen Group, (Narcotics Anonymous) meets at 7 p.m. every Sunday at the Brown County Community Board of ADAMHS, 85 Banting Drive (around the back), in Georgetown. For more information on this group please call 800-587-4232.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31

Sardinia American Legion Bingo will take place every Thursday, including Dec. 31, beginning with early bird at 7:15 p.m. and regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. For more information please call (937) 442-4704. The Sardinia American Legion is located at 106 College Avenue next to the old car wash.

Free Writer’s Group will meet each Thursday, including Dec 31, at 6 p.m. at the Brown County Public Library in Mt. Orab. This is a non-profit free group. For more details contact Lawrence Parlier at (513) 427-4211, Lisa Brandstetter Holt at (513) 659-8567 or the library at (937) 4441414.

Alcoholics Anonymous will meet 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 31 , at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 220 S. High St., Mt. Orab.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 1 HAPPY NEW YEAR

Harmony Star Spaghetti Dinner will meet from 5 to 8 p.m. each first Friday of the month including Friday, Jan. 1, 110 South High Street.

For more information call (937) 515-9815.

Celebrate Recovery will meet every Friday beginning at 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. including Friday, Jan. 1, at the Crosspoint Wesleyan Church, 300 West Main Street in Mt. Orab, in the fellowship room. This is a Christ-centered recovery

ONGOING EVENTS

Walk for Health, Walk for Fun, this in an ongoing free event to take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, at 5:15 p.m. at the Mt. Orab United Methodist Church. Everyone is invited to join us for this free event sponsored by Sue and Jim Wylie, Ideal Nutrition.

Narcotics Anonymous meets every Friday at 7 p.m. at the Faith in God Fellowship Church, 7736 US Rt. 62 in Russellville. For more information please call Joe Rose at (937) 7980329.

Helping Hands Please come shop with us any Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 9 a.m. until noon at 668 Camp Run Road in Georgetown.

Senior Bingo will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. each Monday at the Georgetown Nutrition Center. Please bring a $1 wrapped gift. A nutritional meal will be offered.

HIV/Hepatitis C Testing is offered free by the Brown County Health Department by appointment only. The HIV test results are available within 15 minutes. To schedule an appointment call (937) 378-6892.

covery program that will allow discussions on life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits.

For more information call (937) 444-3370.

Chair Volleyball is held every Friday at 3 p.m. at the Lake Waynoka Health and Recreation Gym. Contact Dana at (937) 446-1778 for more information or to register. Free to all Waynoka Property Owners Association members, $5 per session for guests.

Tuesday Community Bingo will be held every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Community Building in Country Place Apartments, located across from the Country Inn in Georgetown. Please bring a $1 gift and join in the fun. This is a free event. For more information contact Joy Gelter at (937) 4834614.

Cardio Fit Classes are held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Lake Waynoka Health and Recreation Center. For more details or to register please contact Dana at (937) 446-1778. This class is free to all Waynoka Property Owners Association and is only $5 per session for guests.

Adams/Brown County Alzheimer/s/Dementia Family Care giver Support Group will meet on the second Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Adams County Regional Medical Center in the second floor conference room.

For more information (937) 386-3590.

EmerAdams-Brown gency Home Energy Assistance Program available, anyone wishing to obtain further information or to schedule an appointment to discuss obtaining EHEAP services may contact the Adams Brown Community Action Program Office in Georgetown at (937) 3786041 or 1-800-553-7393, Ext. 253 or 254. Walk-in hours are 8-11 a.m. daily at the ABCAP Office at 406 W. Plum St., Georgetown, and outreach is available for the very elderly or disabled.

‘We Can Help’ Food Bank at the corner of DecaturEckmansville Road and State Route 125 is open 11 a.m to 4 p.m. Fridays and is sponsored by private donations. Donations should be made when the Food Bank is not open, and all donations are appreciated.

Celebrate Recovery will meet every Friday at Crosspoint Wesleyan Church, 300 W. Main Street in Mt. Orab.

The meetings will begin at 7:40 and go to about 8:30.

This is a Christ-centered re-

COURT NEWS

Property Sales

Clarence and Kathryn Boggs Trust to Katherin M. Boggs, 59.21 acres, 56.91 acres and 39 acres of land in Clark Twp., filed 12-3-15 Lamont and Teresa Baudendistel to Lamont Baudendistel Living Trust, .83 acres of land in Clark Twp., and 5.53 acres of land in Pike Twp., filed 12-3-15 The Ambrose-Genevieve Anderson to Ambrose Anderson, 100 acres, 103 acres and 204 acres of land in Franklin Twp., and 37.06 acres of land in Pike Twp., filed 123-15 Walter F. Norvell, trustee to Mary Joyce Norvell U/A, 9.09 acres of land in Greet Twp., filed 12-9-15 Gregory O. and Tiffany D. Hinkle to Logan J. and Emily S. Hayslip, Lot 1 in Mt. Orab Estates, Green Twp., filed 12-3-15 Holly and Grant Cahall, Cahall Apparel, Inc. to Hugh Grant and Holly J. Cahall, In-Lot 2 whole in Mt. Orab, Green Twp., filed 12-7-15 Michael S. Cynthia West to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, 3.86 acres of land in Huntington Twp., filed 12-3-15 Charles M. Engle, etal to Derek J. and Traci L. Kidwell, 15 acres of land in Lewis Twp., filed 12-7-15, $45,000 Carl G. and Anna L. Whitaker to Derek J. and Traci L. Kidwell, 5.44 acres of land in Lewis Twp., filed 127-15, $15,000 Stacey A. and James E. Gibson to Kristi M. and George M. Vredeveld, Jr., In-Lot 1101 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 12-3-15, $425,000 PHH Mortgage Corporation to Rice Family Rentals, LLC, Lot 15 in Clearview Acres Sub., Perry Twp., filed 12-7-15 Robert M. Luke, Sr. to Rhonda Renee Luke, In-Lot 8 in Georgetown Acres Sub., Perry Twp., filed 12-8-15 Janet M. Ledford to Kenneth W. and Janet M. McCoy, 51.24 acres of

land in Perry Twp., filed 12-9-15 Keith Young to The Bank of New York Mellon, In-Lot 1 whole, In-Lot 2 and In-Lot 3 in Boyle Park Addition, Perry Twp., filed 12-7-15, $95,629 Penny L. Boyd to Noah and Kandice Smith, 3.71 acres of land in Pike Twp., filed 12-9-15, $162,800 Ralph L. Egbert to Edith Ann Egbert, 1.06 acres of land in Mt. Orab, Pike Twp., filed 12-9-15 James W. and Judith Herrmann to Jeffrey P. and James W. Herrman II, In-Lot 39 and In-Lot 40 in McCloughen Addition, Mt. Orab, Pike Twp., filed 12-3-15 James W. Herrmann to Jeffrey P. and James W. Herrmann II, In-Lot 37 and In-Lot 38 in McCloughen Sub., Mt. Orab, Pike Twp., filed 12-3-15 Particia J. and Richard A. Badders, Sr., to Jarrod C. and Becky S. Burch, 1.97 acres and 1 acre of land in Pleasant Twp., filed 12-9-15, $134,000 Donald V. and Margie J. Viox to Andrew S. Clift, .23 acres of land in Georgetown, Pleasant Twp., filed 129-15 Mary White to Mary White, 1.94 acres of land in Scott Twp., filed 128-15 Carolyn V. Evans and Sarah J. Garner to Sarah J. Garner, Lot 1 in Whispering Wynds Sub., Sterling Twp., filed 12-8-15 Teresa L. Godsey to Teresa Godsey and Stacy Brashear, 1 acre of land in Sterling Twp., filed 12-8-15 Irvin and Patricia Wolfe to Anthony DeFrancesco, 11.43 acres of land in Sterling Twp., filed 12-8-15, $166,265 Russell Brinson to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, 1.03 acres and 2.73 acres of land in Sterling Twp., filed 12-9-15 Barbara M. Spires to David Fussnecker, 2.51 acres of land in Union Twp., filed 12-8-15 James W. and Jennifer K. Laughlin to Jennifer Demain, Part Lot 75 and Lot 74 in Eagle Landing Sub.,

Union Twp., filed 12-9-15 Jeanne Klump to Kelly Mussinan, In-Lot 30 in German Addition, Ripley, Union Twp., filed 12-3-15, $3,500 Emily Fithen and Douglas Loudermilk to Amanda S. Powell, Lot 24 in Meadowview Sub., Washington Twp., filed 12-8-15, $62,000 Andrew and Sarah Tabor to Douglas M. and Emily M. Loudermilk, Lot 13 in Heritage Sub., Mt. Orab, Sterling Twp., filed 12-7-15, $114,000

Marriages

Morgan Steele, 21, Georgetown, corrections officer to marry Eric G. Kinder, 25, Georgetown, manager, filed 12-4-2015 Summer Lieah Pittman, 21, Georgetown, fast food to marry Christopher Rau Adae, 23, Georgetown, retail, filed 12-9-2015 Donna Jewell Whisman, 46, Georgetown, dietary to marry Roy Anthony Bradburn, Jr., 42, Georgetown, Ford Motor Company, filed 12-9-2015

Probate

Layne Andrews, Georgetown, case #20151210, DOD 4-9-2015, filed 12-4-2015 Elizabeth M. Berry, Ripley, case #20151214, DOD 8-10-2009, filed 12-7-2015 Charles Bowling, Aberdeen, case #20151208, DOD 12-272015, filed 12-4-2015 Mary Ruth Gates, Georgetown, case #20151217, DOD 6-9-2015, filed 12-7-2015 Delbert D. Manley, Georgetown, case #20151218, DOD11-26-2015, filed 12-8-2015 Rosemont Moler, Mt. Orab, case #20151213, DOD 10-9-2015, filed 12-4-2015 Janice C. Morgan, Georgetown, case #20151209, DOD 11-162015, filed 12-4-2015

Dollie R. Newland, Georgetown, case #20151211, DOD 11-2-2015, filed 12-4-2015 Dorene Schneider, Hamersville, case #20151212, DOD 0-17-2015, filed 12-4-2015 Jerome Tissandier, Fayetteville, case #20151216, DOD 10-182015, filed 12-7-2015 Mona Wagner, Aberdeen, case #20151215, DOD 3-3-2011, filed 12-7-2015

Common Pleas CIVIL

Discover Bank versus Tonya J. Overstake, case 20150737, filed 12-4-15, Action: other civil PNC Bank versus DurbinGeorgetown Property LLC, case 20150738, filed 12-4-15, Action: foreclosures Donya L. Stone versus Ohio BMV, case 20150739, filed 12-715, Action: other civil Tiffany L. Beckelhymer versus Estate f Brittany R. Turner, case 20150744, filed 12-9-15, Action: other civil Midland Funding LLC versus James Lang, case 20150745, filed 12-9-15, Action: other civil DOMESTIC Crisjin Senior, Winchester versus Harry Senior, Bethel, case 20150736, filed 12-4-15, Action: dissolution of marriage Tonya Dean, Georgetown versus Derrick Dean, Georgetown, case 20150740, filed 12-7-15, Action: dissolution of marriage Maria Smith, Westminster, MD versus Christopher Simms, Winchester, case 20150742, filed 12-715, Action: U.R.E.S.A. Destanie Nester, Mt. Orab versus Kelly Jimenez, Williamsburg, case 20150743, filed 1209015, Action: domestic violence

The Brown County Senior Citizens Council, located at 505 N. Main Street in Georgetown offers transportation for medical appointments, shopping area, nutrition sites and other service providers. It also offers homemaker assistance, Respite Care, Passport which offers alternatives to nursing home placement and care giver support. To contact a representative, call (937) 378-6603 or toll free at (877) 259-8598.

ranks of the V.F.W. For more information contact Bill Cornetet at (937) 618-0325.

SOLACE (Surviving Our Loss and Continuing Meetings will be held every 2nd Thursday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. at 85 Banting Drive in Georgetown, including Thursday, Jan. 14. For more information please call Debbie Otten at (937) 444-6127.

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provide support and information to families and individuals who know someone who suffers from substance abuse. For more information call Jennifer at (513) 9106263.

“Anchored in Hope” Support Group for families affected by addiction will meet every first Monday of each month including Monday, Jan. 4 at 7 p.m. at The Bridge, 15212 Bodman Road, Mt. Orab. For more information please contact Missy Tulley at (513) 2363791.

Grandparents as Parents Support Group will meet every second Thursday, including Thursday, Jan. 14, at 7 p.m. at the Pregnancy Resource Center, 852 Mt. Orab Pike in Georgetown.

This support group is for grandparents who have custody of a relative’s children. All are welcome. For more information call Julie Steddom at (937) 392-3057 or Tamma Plymesser at (937) 378-6853.

Scanlon-Kelly VFW Post 5920 will meet each first Wednesday of the month including Wednesday, Jan. 6, at the Fayetteville Township Hall at 7 p.m. For more information please contact Joe Huber at (513) 8753343.

2016 Organizational and Regular Board Meeting of the Georgetown Exempted Village School District will be combined and held on Jan. 14, 2016 at 6 p.m. at the administration office, 1043 Mt. Orab Pike in Georgetown.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Power Over Parkinson’s Support Group meets the first Tuesday of each month, including Tuesday, Jan. 5, at 4 p.m. at the Villa Georgetown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 8065 Dr. Faul Road in Georgetown. For more information please call (937) 378-4178

Knights of Columbus, FR. Sourd Council 2423, Fayetteville, will meet each first Wednesday of the month including Wednesday, Jan. 6, at the K of C Hall in Fayetteville. For more information please contact Denny Kiley at (513) 543-5680.

Southern Ohio Council of Governments (SOCOG) will meet for a board meeting at 10 a.m. on the first Thursday of each month including Thursday, Jan. 7, in room A of the Ross County Service Center, 475 Western Avenue in Chillicothe.

For more information please call (740) 775-5030, ext.

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Fundraising Dinner, sponsored by Harmony-Star, Masonic and Eastern Star will be held on first Friday of each month including Jan. 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge, 110 S. High Street in Mt. Orab. For more information please call Farrel Amiott at (937) 0045.

Crafting Classes will be offered the second Saturday of the month, including Saturday, Jan. 9 at the Mt. Orab Public Library, sessions from 1 to 2 p.m., at the library, 613 South High Street in Mt. Orab. The classes are for adult patrons with the Care and Share program.

Business Network Meet and Greet, hosted by Business Resource Network and Hilltop Event Center will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 9764 Tri County Road in Winchester.

For details call (800) 2337891 or (937) 695-5545.

George A. Lambert American Legion Auxiliary’s Euchre Party will be held the 2nd Saturday of each month including Saturday, Jan. 9, starting at 6 p.m.

Please come out and join the fun.

Diabetes Support Group to meet on the second Monday of each month including, Jan. 11, at the Georgetown Church of Christ. We welcome everyone. For more information please contact the Brown County Health Department at (937) 378-6892.

Wilson Sroufe VFW Post 9772, Mt. Orab and Ladies Auxiliary will meet each second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. including Wednesday, Jan. 13, at the Pike Township building on SR 774. Newly elected commander Butch Davis welcomes prospective Veterans who wish to join the

Brown County Soil and Water Conservation District will meet in regular session at 7 a.m. on the third Wednesday of each month including Wed. Jan. 14 at the Brown County SWCD office located at 706 South Main Street in Georgetown. For details please call (937) 378-4424.

Hospice of Hope’s Men’s Grief Support Group will meet each third Monday of the month including Monday, Jan. 18 between 4 and 5:30 p.m. at Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Blvd. in Mt. Orab. This meeting is specifically for men who have lost their spouse. It is peer led by a trained Hospice of Hope volunteer, a place for men to find support and share helpful coping techniques. For details contact Melissa at (937) 444-4900 or toll free at (800) 928-4243.

The Russellville Community Action Planners (RCAP) will meet at 7:30 on the third Monday each month including Jan. 18, in the Arts Council Room, and everyone is welcome and invited to attend.

Lake Waynoka Lake Committee meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month including Wednesday, Jan. 20 at 4:30 p.m. at the Marina. Contact Prescilla Reddick (937) 446-9385 for details.

Ripley-Lieutenant Byrd Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be holding a ‘Prospective Members Help Session’ at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 23 at the Ripley Library. All women over the age of 18 are invited to attend to either get information regarding DAR and the Ripley-Lieutenant Byrd Chapter or to get help with their application. Contact Dee Watters, Regent (937) 238-3568 for further information.

The Lake Waynoka Civic Club will meet each 4th Tuesday of the month including Tuesday, Jan. 26, at the Waynoka Lodge. Please contact Tony Tatman at (937) 446-9575 for more information.

Anyone involved with a governing body, an organization, or a regularlyscheduled activity that has a meeting date and/or time or location change should contact The Brown County Press two weeks in advance, if possible, about that change(s) so the correct date and/or time and location may be listed in the Weekly Calendar. Also, anyone who would like an activity listed in The Brown County Press' Weekly Calendar that currently is not listed should call the newspaper office during regular hours at (937) 444-3441.

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BY Martha B. Jacob The Brown County Press

during the fair, holding a clothing drive and working at the clothing free store, working at the Russellville Elementary Fall Carnival and Dig for Farm Rescue where the group raised funds for family farmers in crisis.

“This year the girls had the idea that they would really like to help Peyton’s family,” Reeves said. “So the kids came up with the idea to hold a “Serve-AThon” in hopes of raising money. They raised over $2,000 which was given to the Murphy family towards the purchase of the special van or possibly some medical needs for Peyton.”

Peyton Murphy is currently a sophomore at Eastern High School and lives in the Lake Waynoka area.

His family launched a campaign earlier this year to try and raise enough money to purchase the van.

Peyton was loaned a spe-

cial wheel chair that opened up a new world to the young man, but it also opened up a new set of problems for the family according to his mother Kelly Murphy, who is a first grade teacher at Russellville Elementary School in Eastern School District.

“Peyton weighs nearly 100 pounds now and is very difficult to move him from wheelchair to wheelchair and into a vehicle,” Murphy said. “His current wheelchair is on loan, and we are trying to buy him his own chair as well as a van to carry it.”

Coach Reeves said that this year has been especially rewarding to her team for being able to assist a peer.

Anyone who would like to make a contribution to this wonderful cause, please visit www.gofundme.com/yQ44mfg.

Members of the Eastern Local School District Board of Education met in regular session on Dec. 15 and took the opportunity to congratulate Eastern Superintendent Michele Filon, who recently earned her Doctorial Degree.

Filon earned her degree in Education Administration from Ohio University, her dissertation was entitled “To Tweet or Not to Tweet.”

Filon gave a legislative report to the board which was brief, but concerning to her.

“The long overdue reauthorization of the Federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) cleared Congress on Wednesday,” Superintendent Filon said, “that cleared the House last week.

Ohio’s two U.S. Senators touted their contributions

to the bill after Wednesday’s vote, while Ohio’s teachers unions cheered the bill’s reduction of testing requirements under the predecessor legislation, the ‘No Child Left Behind’ Act.” She said she was excited about the change because the schools are now looking at less testing.

Filon also said that Ohio’s largest public pension system is mobilizing its half million-strong membership to convince federal leaders to repeal the so-called Cadillac tax, a provision of the Affordable Care Act that imposes an excise tax on health care plans above a certain cost threshold.

The board heard reports from the districts four principals regarding actions at their schools.

Jordan Michael, principal at the Eastern Middle School briefly discussed students from his school

who had been chosen to participate in the ‘ShopWith-A-Cop’ program in the district.

Other items discussed by Michael included: • Christmas concert-children did a tremendous job, the students worked very hard and the event was well attended; • the middle school has a strong and growing music program; • field trips were being organized for upcoming year, including trips to other schools, the school had a door decorating contest; • Community Connectory program now has 10 community mentors; • care packages were sent to soldiers, school had ALICE training; • PARCC results were sent home to parents; • also discussed the Opportunity Room and a talent show.

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Saturday December 12th was Wreaths Across America day 2015. Wreaths Across America actually began when Morrill Worcester, owner of Worcester Wreath Company of Harrington, Maine, was a 12 year old paper boy for the Bangor Daily News and won a trip to Washington D.C. His first trip to our nation’s capital was one he would never forget, and Arlington National Cemetery made an especially indelible impression on him. This experience followed him throughout his life and successful career in business, reminding him that his good fortune was due, in large part, to the values of this nation and the Veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their Country.

In 1992, Worcester Wreath found themselves with a surplus of wreaths nearing the end of the holiday season. Remembering his boyhood experience at Arlington, Worcester realized he had an opportunity to honor our country’s Veterans. With the help of Maine Senator Olympia Snowe, arrangements were made for the wreaths to be placed at Arlington in one of the older sections of the cemetery, a section which had been receiving fewer visitors with each passing year.

As plans were underway, a number of other individuals and organizations stepped up to help. James Prout, owner of local trucking company Blue Bird Ranch, Inc., generously provided transportation all the way to Virginia. Volunteers from the local American Legion and VFW Posts gathered with members of the community to decorate each wreath with traditional red, hand-tied bows. Members of the Maine State So-

ciety of Washington, D.C. helped to organize the wreath-laying, which included a special ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

The annual tribute went on quietly for several years, until 2005, when a photo of the stones at Arlington, adorned with wreaths and covered in snow, circulated around the internet. Suddenly, the project received national attention. Thousands of requests poured in from all over the country from people wanting to help with Arlington, to emulate the Arlington project at their National and State cemeteries, or to simply share their stories and thank Morrill Worcester for honoring our nation’s heroes.

In 2006, with the help of the Civil Air Patrol and other civic organizations, simultaneous wreath laying ceremonies were held at over 150 locations around the country. The Patriot Guard Riders volunteered as escort for the wreaths going to Arlington. This began the annual “Veterans Honor Parade” that travels the east coast in early December.

In 2008 over 300 locations held wreath laying ceremonies in every state, Puerto Rico and 24 overseas cemeteries. Over 100,000 wreaths were placed on veterans’ graves.

Over 60,000 volunteers participated.

In 2014, Wreaths Across America and a national network of volunteers laid over 700,000 memorial wreaths at 1,000 locations in the United States and beyond.

There were ceremonies at the Pearl Harbor Memorial, as well as Bunker Hill, Valley Forge and the sites of the September 11 tragedies.

This was accomplished with help from 2047

Members of the Eastern High School JV and Varsity Volleyball teams went above and beyond the call of duty as they united to help fellow class member Peyton Murphy.

Murphy has cerebral palsy and is in need of a very expensive wheelchair and wheelchair accessible van, both of which will cost more than $60,000.

“For the past six seasons,” said volleyball coach Carmela Reeves, “the volleyball program at Eastern High School has engaged with the community through a lot of service projects. These are opportunities for the teams to express their appreciation to others throughout the community.”

Past projects have included picking up litter at the fairgrounds parking lot

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Eastern volleyball team raises over $2,000 for fellow student

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Team spirit shined at Eastern High School as members of the JV and Varsity Volleyball teams raised over $2,000 to help fellow classmate, Peyton Murphy (front row). Shown standing from left are team captains, Kelsey Doss, Victoria Kohler and Andrea Edmisten, and volleyball seniors Regan Inlow, Grace Murrie, Kara Overstake with JV Volleyball coach Kayla Crites and Varsity coach Carmela Reeves.

Eastern Superintendent earns doctorial degree, principals update board

BY Martha B. Jacob The Brown County Press

school principal discussed: • her school has a distinct theme of giving back to the community which is very impactful for the students; • mid-term week had just ended; • FFA fruit distribution went well as well as the toy drive where 99 toys were given to ABCAP; • National Honor Society students visited Veterans Home.

Principal of Russellville Elementary, Katrina Wagoner reported: • Google training went well; • online programs were progressing; • Christmas play was great and ful for everyone; • FCCLA students had a slumber party, 120 kids participated; • DVD’s of the Christmas play were available.

Josh Michael, principal at Sardinia Elementary reported:

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Eastern Local School Board member Kenneth Kelch congratulates Superintendent Michele Filon for recently earning he Doctorial Degree.

• 16 families were helped with holiday needs; • Shop-With-A-Cop was greatly appreciated by families; • parent-teacher conference well attended, as was the school play and the ALICE training; • Google apps are now in use at the building; • first round of testing was complete.

In other actions, the

board set the date January 15, 2016 at 5 p.m. for its organizational and regular board meeting, naming Brian Garrett as president pro-tempore for the meeting.

Resignation letters from Philip Marshall and Carmela Reeves were accepted as well as a request to increase the sub hourly rates from $8.74 per hour to $10 per hour.

Ripley DAR Partners with Wreaths Across America

fundraising groups, corporate contributions, and donations of trucking, shipping, and thousands of helping hands. Wreaths Across America’s goal of

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covering Arlington National Cemetery was accomplished in 2014 with the placement of 226,525 wreaths.

As you drive down Front

Street, notice the wreath at the Defosse Memorial. As you drive by the main gates of the Maplewood Cemetery and the Old Ripley Cemetery, Linwood Cemetery in Russellville, the Decatur Cemetery, or Liberty Chapel Cemetery take time to notice the wreaths there as well. Ripley-Lieutenant Byrd Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is proud to have

and Crisis Prevention Guide,” which was produced by Ohio Farm Bureau and Wright & Moore.

Agricultural law attorneys, veterinarians, communications experts, policy experts, industry representatives and farmers provided input for the guide.

The seminars will describe how to deal with employee disputes and public criticism as well as how to conduct background checks on appli-

cants, what to put in an employee manual and how to create a crisis plan.

Agribusiness owners who have adopted the handbook’s recommendations also will be speaking at the meetings.

Participants will receive a copy of the handbook, and lunch will be provided.

The meetings are: Jan. 28: Clinton County Fairgrounds in Wilmington, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration deadline is Jan. 22.

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partnered with Wreaths Across America to place these wreaths in honor of those soldiers that made the ultimate sacrifice and those who have served and are serving today.

While the final numbers for 2015 are not yet in, Ripley and the surrounding communities of Russellville and Decatur can be proud in knowing that in some small way, we too remember.

Farm Bureau, Wright & Moore sponsoring employment law, crisis prevention seminars

Ohio Farm Bureau Federation and Wright & Moore Law are sponsoring three seminars dealing with employment law and crisis prevention on the farm.

Each meeting will provide information about employment practices to protect farmers’ businesses, legal compliance measures and crisis preparedness methods. The information is drawn from a comprehensive handbook, “Livestock Farm Labor

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Feb. 18: Owens Community College in Findlay, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration deadline is Feb. 12.

March 24: OARDC Shisler Center in Wooster, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration deadline is March 18.

Cost is $35 for Farm Bureau members and $110 for non-Farm Bureau members, which includes an OFBF membership. To register, contact Amy Hurst at 614-246-8262 or ahurst@ofbf.org.

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BY Faye Mahaffey Master Gardner Volunteer

I love receiving books as presents. I love to read and turn the pages and ponder over the photographs (can you guess that I don’t have a Kindle?). One such gift was a gardening book written by Sydney Eddison. I have to admit that I had mixed feelings when I read the title, Gardening for a Lifetime – How to Garden Wiser as You Grow Older.

No one wants to admit that they have turned the corner as far as age goes – plain and simple. My friend has been asking what I thought about the book, and I finally explained that I just hadn’t had time to start reading a book since the seed catalogs had been rolling in. Now that I have started the book, I can’t put it down!

The author explains that over the years she had extended her perennial border by a few feet every year

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until it measured a hundred feet in length and twenty feet in width! “Gardens and

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The williamsburg Garden Club presented their annual ‘Garden of the year’ award to wayne and Dee Turkelson on oct 16, 2015. The club chooses a home in and around the williamsburg area which displays beautiful flowers, landscaping and gardens. Vice-President sherri Kissinger presented a beautifully painted rock to the Turkelson’s which they will display in their lovely gardens. The Garden Club always welcomes new members and meets the 1st Tuesday of each month. Please call 513-734-7676 or visit the Club on Facebook for additional information.

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Gardeners age and change”, states Eddison, “and I realized suddenly that my garden and I needed help. I had created a garden that was impossible to maintain without assistance.”

Step #1 of Eddison’s plan became “Re-thinking the Perennial Border”. She developed a standard of good garden behavior for each perennial that included: (a.) It must truly be a perennial and return faithfully every year. (b.) It must be healthy and exhibit fortitude to endure dry summers and cold winters. (c.)

It must have superior foliage. (d.) It must maintain a tidy habit-no flopping or sprawling and must remain within reasonable bounds. (e.) It must not offer an invitation to predators, pests, or diseases.

A list of Eddison’s perennials with highest marks: sedums, ornamental grasses, blue star (Amsonia), anise hyssop (Agastache), calamint, lily turf (Liriope), false aster (Kalimeris pinnatifida), and blue false indigo (Baptisia australis).

The author then suggests substituting shrubs for

perennials. The bonus?

Shrubs need pruning only once or twice a year, instead of the regular deadheading and frequent division required by daylilies and many other perennials. Shrubs afford more value for less work and supply strong structural forms to break up the softness of blossom.

Eddison then gives her readers a word of warning.

“Do your research – it is more difficult to move a shrub than a perennial, so you need to be more careful in your selections. Be especially suspicious of sizes given in nursery catalogs.

Beware of dwarf varieties, especially those that are smaller versions of shrubs and trees that eventually become large plants. Try to find out at least approximate sizes in five years, ten years, and fifteen years.” I laughed out loud when I read this warning, since a “dwarf” that I purchased 20 some years ago now looms at about 20 feet!

Have you noticed that your flowerbeds are looking “tired” and need some rejuvenation? Are there areas that you never quite get weeded during the growing season? Maybe it’s time to take a walk with a notepad and pen (dodging the raindrops) and re-think your landscape. One of the best moves I made a few years ago was to move my Herbs from the garden to large pots on the deck so that I just had to walk a few steps from a cutting of sage or basil. Next year I hope to transform part of my perennial bed into a small prairie.

Is it time to make some changes in your gardens?

Have you pulled out your 2016 calendar? On January 21, Christine Tailer will talk about the history of making Maple Syrup at the Mt. Orab campus of Southern State Community College. This seminar, hosted by the OSUE Brown County Master Gardener Volunteers, is free and open to the public and will be held from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in room 107.

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Joseph huber, Fayetteville and Irene salerno huber, Panama were married on December 31, 1965 while Joe was stationed in Panama at the howard AFB Chapel in the Canal Zone, republic of Panama. They have been blessed with 4 children, Kathleen Adams, Fayetteville, Melissa (steve) young, Belfont, PA., Michael (stephanie) huber, Fayetteville and nicholas huber, Fayetteville and 8 grandchildren. The Brown County Press would like to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Huber on their 50th wedding anniversary.

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Board of Elections split over petition

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nie Ayers can be heard explaining to board members why Montgomery brought in a second petition.

Ayers told the board, “Because (Montgomery) knew that was wrong, she circulated a second petition.”

Hurt: “How did she know that was wrong?”

Ayers: “Well, Joann (Kattine) came in and wanted to know if any of the petitions had any errors and I told her that we had that error and the error with Don Kirker, and there are a few others that we will come across, and so then Teresa brought another one in.”

Hurt: “After that conversation.”

Ayers: “Yeah.”

Later in the meeting, the subject was brought up once again.

Votel: “The point is, Joann, is that some people were given privileged information to try to correct something and other people were not...it is not your position as a board member, an individual board member, to go to these people and advise them.”

Kattine: “You’re right. I’m wrong.

I will admit I was wrong.”

Votel:

“I believe you broke the law by doing what you did.”

Kattine: “Well, however you want to interpret it then.”

According to Press Secretary Joshua Eck in the office of Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted, Kattine did not violate any procedure or directive.

Eck said that the secretary of state prohibits boards of election from doing “official pre-checks” for candidates prior to the official submission of their candidate petitions.

Eck said that once a petition is officially submitted, “If the board wants to offer some sort of courtesy notification that there is something wrong, we’ve told boards that they need to develop their own policy on this.”

BOE member Paul Hall said he is not in favor of individual board members contacting individual candidates to warn them that something is wrong with their petitions.

“I think it’s the responsibility of the board that we treat everyone fairly and equally. Contacting people who have filed petitions and giving them information which I believe should not have been given to them brings into question the integrity of the process,” Hall

said.

In the case of Montgomery, Hall said “She submitted a petition with a fatal error. My vote was not to accept the petition because she dated the petition after she got the signatures. The second petition did not come into play because the first one was still on the table.”

Votel agreed with Hall.

“The original petition should have been withdrawn and it wasn’t. The board decided not to certify the second petition because the first one was not withdrawn.

(Brown County Prosecuting Attorney Jessica Little) advised us that because the first petition was not withdrawn, we should not accept the second petition.”

Votel said that Kattine alerted Montgomery of the error for political reasons.

“She definitely used her position for political gain and this would not have happened if it was not the person that was running against Dallas Hurt,” Votel said.

She added that the public should continue to have faith in the integrity of the local voting process.

“I am confident that the majority of the board of elections will continue to ensure a smooth and correct election process in Brown County moving forward," Votel said.

money.”

Currently, the Bethel Save-A-Lot has 42 employees.

“You are the face of the Bethel Save-A-Lot,” Noe told the staff. “How you treat the customer will be our reputation and will determine the success of this store.”

He added, “The people that are really important to this store are the customers.”

Bethel Councilwomen Amy Sparks said she’s really excited about the opportunities for the community that the new grocery store presents.

“The location is good for people who find it difficult to travel outside of the community for groceries,” she said. “I’m happy about the employment opportunities and I’m super excited at how nice the store looks.

It’s organized and super clean.”

She added, “I just think it’s a great thing for our community.”

The Bethel Save-A-Lot is located at 545 W. Plane St. Hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Call the store at 513-734-0605 for more information.

Augusta, KY, is charged with Theft From a Person in a Protected Class, a fourth degree felony, and fifth degree felony charges of Theft, Receiving Stolen Property and Forgery.

Alexander Chilelli, 24 of Mt. Orab, is charged with Breaking and Entering, a fifth degree felony, Safecracking, a fourth degree felony, and Petty Theft, a first degree misdemeanor.

Cynthia Harris, 32 of Sardinia, is charged with Telecommunications Fraud, a fourth degree felony, and a fifth degree felony count of Theft.

Darren Downing, 28 of Mt. Orab, is charged with three counts of Endangering Children, one a third degree felony and two first degree misdemeanors. He also faces one count of first degree misdemeanor Domestic Violence.

Melissa Cook, 21 of Russellville, is charged with Breaking and Entering, a fifth degree felony.

Gilbery Preston, Jr., 22 of Georgetown, is charged with Breaking and Entering, a fifth degree felony.

Adam Hart, Jr., 20 of Russellville, is charged with Breaking and Entering, a fifth degree felony.

Ryan Waits, 18 of Georgetown, is charged with Breaking and Entering, a fifth degree felony.

Kimberly Ernst, 35 of Georgetown, is charged with three counts of Trafficking in Heroin, two fourth degree felony counts and one fifth degree felony count.

Sandra Harris, 51 of Georgetown, is charged with Permitting Drug Abuse and Trafficking in Heroin, both fifth degree felonies.

William Boitnott, 39 of Russellville, is charged with one count of Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer, a third degree felony, and two counts of Endangering Children, both fourth degree felonies.

James Malone, 48 of Washington Court House, is charged with Sexual Battery and Unlawful Sexual Conduct With A Minor, both third degree felonies.

Marvin Childers, 50 of Madeira, is charged with two counts of Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol or a Drug of Abuse, a third degree felony.

Leanna Beckett, 36 of Georgetown, is charged with Burglary, a second degree felony, as well as Grand Theft and Receiving Stolen Property, both fourth degree felonies.

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prior to us taking it over, was that it wasn’t as clean as the customers wanted,” Noe said. “We as Saver Group have a reputation, and we really believe in operating clean stores.”

The store also aims to be the neighborhood grocer that provides the best grocery value for its customers.

“It’s a great organization and a great product,” Noe said.

He added, “I like to say we have two types of customers. Customers who need to save money, and customers who want to save

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Signal of a Police Officer and Illegal Conveyance of Drugs of Abuse onto Grounds of a Specified Governmental Facility, both third degree felonies, and Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol or a Drug of Abuse, a first degree misdemeanor.

Brenda Krimmer, 44 of Fayetteville, is charged with Intimidation of an Attorney, Victim or Witness in a Criminal Case, a third degree felony.

Nicole Noe, 25 of Williamsburg, is charged with Possession of Heroin, a fifth degree felony, and Possessing Drug Abuse Instruments, a second degree misdemeanor.

Ralph Harris, 48 of Georgetown, is charged with two fifth degree felony counts of Trafficking in Heroin, and one fifth degree felony count of Permitting Drug Abuse.

Matthew Williams, 36 of Georgetown, faces four counts of Trafficking in Heroin, one of those is a fourth degree felony and three of the charges are fifth degree felonies.

Brandon Poe, 29 of Aberdeen, is charged with one count of Possession of Heroin, a fifth degree felony.

Samuel Bunch, 49 of

Olaf appears at Mt. Orab Library

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It’s a Christmas mystery at the Mt. Orab Public Library! On Monday, Dec. 21, Olaf suddenly showed up out of the blue in the front of the library. All the employees were questioned about the event, which is an ongoing investigation. Shown with Olaf is library assistant, Josetta Booker who said no one claims credit for placing Olaf in his spot, but everyone is enjoying the mystery and his visit.

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water, so much debris.

Had any slipped that was not tethered to something, they would have definitely washed all the way to the bottom of the hill. We could have been dealing with a line of duty death from any of them that were on the hill that night,” McElfresh said.

He added that the training and the actions of the men prevented a tragedy.

“You had some really good training, some really good common sense and some guys that performed really well under pressure.

You had four entities coming together and risking their lives trying to help a fellow human being. I don’t know how it would be possible to be any prouder of all the departments for what they did that night.”

Rockey said he felt the same way about his firefighters.

“I love them like family.

It’s an honor to be the chief and to work with them.”

The following is an excerpt of the rescue effort as documented by the Ohio Highway Patrol.

“On July 18, 2015, at approximately 2252 hours, Sergeant Joshua Patrick, Trooper Christopher Roe and Trooper Joshua Greer were dispatched to a vehicle that had been washed off of the road, west of Georgetown, on SR-125 near mile post #7 in Brown County due to flash flooding. Torrential rains had fallen in the area at a rate of over five inches of water in less than an hour. The intense rains had brought on a flash flood the likes of which this area had never experienced before.

In this area, SR 125 passes over White Oak Creek which runs through a valley flanked by very large hills on both sides leading down to the creek bottom.

As the units began to cross the bridge at the bottom of the hill to get to the western side, they could see that there was a heavy volume of water flowing down the hill towards the bridge on the westbound side. At one point, three to four feet of water was rushing down the hill with enormous force.

All three officers began to climb the hill in their patrol cars on the eastbound side, and were finally able to make it to where the Georgetown Fire Department apparatus was positioned. The fire department had made it to several vehicles that had been caught up in the rushing water. The fire department had found the driver, still within the partially submerged vehicle, and was taking steps to safely remove her.

Sergeant Patrick, Trooper Roe, and Trooper Greer ex-

ited their patrol cars and made their way on foot against the heavy flow of water and debris to link up with the fire department and other emergency response personnel. Trooper Eric Weinman, who was off-duty but is also a volunteer firefighter for the Georgetown Fire Department, was also on scene. Our officers noticed that Trooper Weinman had been knocked down by the water and was almost swept away in the attempts to rescue the stranded motorist. After linking up with the other first responders, our units also observed that there was another car pinned up against the fire truck.

Upon speaking to the other officers on scene, they were able to determine that the second vehicle was also being swept down the hill by the water. The fire department had pulled their truck up against the second vehicle, which temporarily kept it from being swept away.

Trapped inside of that partially submerged vehicle were four small children and two adults. Our units also noticed that large slabs of pavement were being removed from the top of the hill, from the force of the rushing water, and were sliding downhill toward their position along with logs and other debris.

The decision was made to extract the occupants from the stranded cars. Personnel at the scene made their way through the water and debris by forming a human chain from the fire truck to the stranded car. To accomplish this, all of the units had to stand in the deep rushing water, in the dark, with unsteady footing. An individual, alone, could not pass

through the water without being swept away. The Georgetown Police officers were at the front and began removing the children from the vehicle. They then passed the children down the human chain, which involved the OSP officers, to safety in the fire truck. They then removed the adults from the vehicle and helped them get safely to the fire truck.

The fire department moved an equipment truck perpendicular across the roadway to help divert/stem the flow of water. At that time, Georgetown Firefighter Brian Dutlinger was attempting to get to the female driver of the original car that had been washed off of the roadway into the ditch. As he was getting closer, the water started to wash her away at which point he jumped and grabbed her then affixed a strap around her torso to prevent her from being carried away by the rushing water.

The remaining first responders quickly grabbed the rope that Firefighter Dutlinger and the victim were tethered to and pulled both of them, against the rushing water, to the equipment truck. Eventually, they were able to get them up out of the water and safely in the equipment truck.

None of victims sustained injury.

It is without a doubt that the actions of these first responders prevented the loss of life. To that end, they all should be recognized appropriately for their valor and heroic actions of subjecting themselves to extreme – life threatening - danger in the course of the rescues.”

Thirty-Four, that is the estimate on how many aluminum cans it takes to equal a pound. In 2015, Brown County 4-H’ers recycled 2,959 pounds or 1.48 tons, or approximately 100,600 aluminum cans.

All of this was done as part of a county wide 4-H recycling project. Clubs were asked to recycle cans from April 1st to October 6th and turn in receipts showing how many pounds of cans their club recycled.

The Brown County 4-H Advisory Committee offered incentives and prizes for the clubs that participated in this recycling project.

Thirteen clubs participated in the project, each recycling at least 10 pounds of cans. First place,

recycling 1,691 pounds or 241.57 pounds per member was Kickin’ Up Dust. Second place, recycling 494 pounds or 22.45 pounds per member was the Hamersville Livestock 4-H Club. In third place, recycling 252 pounds or 14.82 pounds per member was Showtime 4-H Club.

The goal of this project was to encourage recycling in the community and to keep cans out of the landfill. Recycling is the process of collecting materials that would otherwise be thrown away and turning them into something else. According to the EPA, recycling one ton of aluminum cans conserves the equivalent of 26 barrels of oil, or 1,234 gallons of gasoline.

4-H recycling project recovers tons of cans

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Schaefer, Lanham lead Rockets to victory over Green Devils

Brown County Athletes of the Week COLE SCHAEFER Fayetteville-Perry senior Cole Schaefer put together an excellent court performance to aid the Rockets to a 63-50 victory over the visiting North Adams Green Devils on Dec. 18.

Schaefer was among the Rockets’ scoring leaders in the game with 19 points, sinking four shots from the field and knocking down 11-of-14 attempts from the foul line. He also led the Rockets on the boards with 11 rebounds.

Fayetteville rises to 3-2 in SHAC

BY Wade Linville The Brown County Press It was another excellent team effort by the Fayetteville-Perry Rockets on their home court Dec. 18, as they would cruise to a 6350 victory over the North Adams Green Devils to up their Southern Hills Athletic Conference record to 3-2.

The Rockets were led on the offensive end by senior Cole Schaefer and junior Max Lanham, who fired for 19 points apiece.

While scoring from Schaefer was steady throughout the game, 15 of Lanham's 19 points came in the fourth quarter off three three-pointers, one field goal from inside the arc, and four-of-five shooting from the charity stripe.

Schaefer also hammered the board for 11 rebounds in a double-double performance.

The Rockets staked claim to the victory by outscoring the Devils 30-18 in the fourth quarter after leading by just one, 33-32, at the end of the third period.

“It was a team win,” said Fayetteville-Perry head coach Darryl Iles. “We had different players step up during the game. Sophomore Luke Wiederhold, in the first half, came in and scored four points and got five rebounds. Senior Timmy Crone took the ball

to the basket with two big lay-ups in the second quarter. Zac Smyth had five rebounds and an assist. Caleb Dowers played big with 10 points, six rebounds, and three steals.

Max Lanham went off in the fourth quarter with 15 points, three rebounds, two assists, and two steals.”

In addition to his 19 points and 11 rebounds, Schaefer also took two charges and dished out three assists.

“We compete like that every game, we will be hard to beat,” said Darryl Iles.

The Rockets would take down the Devils with one of the team's leading scorers on the sidelines, senior Max Iles. The senior sharpshooter is expected to return in time to compete in the Brown County Holiday Classic Tournament at Western Brown High School Dec. 29-30.

Schaefer kicked off scoring in the Rockets' Dec. 18 win over North Adams, sinking one-of-two attempts from the charity stripe after being fouled on a shot.

A three-pointer by North Adams' Isaiah Anderson left the Rockets trailing 3-1 early on, but a bucket by Schaefer would knot the game at 3-3.

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MIKAYLA FARRIS Eastern High School’s sophomore hoop standout, Mikayla Farris, has played a huge role in the Lady Warriors’ success on the court so far this season. In the Lady Warriors’ Dec. 21 non-league victory over Portsmouth West, Farris led Eastern in scoring with 15 points while also hammering the boards for a total of 14 rebounds. She would provide the Lady Warriors with consistent scoring throughout the game.

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Fayetteville-Perry’s Max Lanham fires off a shot from three-point land in the Rockets’ Dec. 18 victory over the North Adams Green Devils.

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Dan DeClaire, Sr. (middle) is inducted into the Ohio USSSA Softball Hall of Fame during the induction ceremony held in Columbus, Dec. 6.

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BY Wade Linville The Brown County Press Ten new members were induced into the Ohio USSSA Softball Hall of Fame this month, and among them was Dan DeClaire, Sr., a well-known Sardinia resident and local business owner.

DeClaire and other new inductees were honored during the fourth annual

Ohio USSSA Hall of Fame induction ceremonies and banquet held in Columbus on Sunday, Dec. 6.

DeClaire is now a member of 40 Ohio USSSA Hall of Famers.

“It's humbling to be in the (USSSA) Hall of Fame with so many good people,” said DeClaire. “I'm very appreciative to receive such an honor.”

DeClaire has acted as a

player, coach, sponsor, and has also served as a director for Ohio's USSSA over a period that lasted 35 years.

During this time, his teams played in over 4,500 games and won over 3,000.

DeClaire and his teams participated in 134 leagues and appeared in 563 tournaments in a career that began in 1979.

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Western Brown’s Malachi Marlow wrestles his way to a victory by pin over Bethel-Tate’s Owen Holtke during the In-School Dual at Western Brown on Dec. 18.

Broncos clobber Bethel-Tate at In-School Dual

BY Wade Linville The Brown County Press

The Western Brown varsity wrestling team continued to dominate the mats Dec. 18 as the Broncos battled their way to a 56-16 victory over Bethel-Tate during the In-School Dual at Western Brown High School.

Bronco wins for the day included

Malachi Marlow (160-pound class), Eric Altman (170-pound), Davey Stamper (182-pound), Corey Meyer (152-pound), Jake Henderson (145pound), Derek Spears (138-pound), Jacob Haggerty (132-pound), Jordan Hamblin (126-pound), Seth Taylor (120-pound), Brandon Lucas (113pound), and Jedidiah Marlow (106pound).

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Fayetteville-Perry senior Meghan Koch signs her Letter of Intent to continue her volleyball career at the collegiate level at Thomas More College. In front, from the left, are Beth Koch (mother), Meghan Koch, and Mike Koch (father); back row, Fayetteville-Perry High School Athletic Director Ryan Briggs and FPHS varsity volleyball coach Sharon Sheets.

F'ville's Koch signs with Thomas More

BY Wade Linville The Brown County Press

Farris double-double helps lift Lady Warriors over Portsmouth West

It's official! FayettevillePerry High School's senior volleyball standout, Meghan Koch, will con-

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Eastern girls rise to 6-2 overall record

The Eastern Lady Warriors upped their overall record to 6-2 by topping the visiting Portsmouth West Lady Spartans 46-32 in a non-league bout at Eastern High School, Dec. 21.

It was a double-double performance by Eastern's 6'0” sophomore center Mikayla Farris that played a huge role in the Lady Warriors' victory on Monday night, as she hammered the boards for 14 rebounds and shot for 15 points.

With the Lady Warriors' leading scorer, sophomore post player Allison Day, sidelined with a broken hand, Eastern relied heavily on the play of Farris in the paint.

“We kind of changed our offense to gear it towards her (Farris),” said Eastern head coach Kevin Pickerill.

“She held her ground and was able to get us some needed baskets.”

Farris battled against some aggressive defensive in the paint to rack up her well-earned 15 points, while Eastern's guards struggled to knock down open shots.

The Lady Warriors would also utilize their depth in Monday's victory with excellent showings from players off the bench that included junior forward Taylor Stamper, senior forward Delaney Walsh, and freshman guard Morgan Reynolds.

“I thought our bench played pretty good between Stamper and Walsh, and Reynolds played good in the second half,” said Pickerill.

Depth could also be a key factor for the Lady Warriors as they compete in this year's Brown County Holiday Classic Tournament at Western Brown

High School Dec. 29-30 with games on back-toback nights.

In Monday's game against Portsmouth West, the Lady Warriors held a 23-14 lead at halftime, but a three-pointer by Portsmouth's Kayleigh Coleman to start the third quarter would cut the Eastern lead to just six.

The Lady Warriors answered with an assist by senior guard Molly Prine for an easy bucket by Farris to leave the Spartans trailing by eight, and another bucket by Farris would lift Eastern to a 27-17 lead near the midway point of the third frame.

The Lady Spartans rallied back to once again cut the Eastern lead to just six points, but back-to-back buckets by Farris would restore a 10-point lead for the Lady Warriors in the second half.

The Lady Warriors went on to outscore the Spartans 17-11 in the fourth quarter to secure their sixth victory of the season.

In preparation for the second half of the season, Pickerill has placed some of his players in different roles on the court and his crew is adapting well to the changes while enjoying what has been a winning season thus far.

“They're having fun,” Pickerill said of his Lady Warriors.

Reynolds would end the night with seven points, burying a pair of field goals from inside the arc and draining three-of-four attempts from the charity stripe.

Stamper finished with six points off three field goals.

Prine and sophomore forward Whitney Broughton contributed in Monday's win with five points apiece.

The Lady Warriors are scheduled to face the Western Brown Lady Broncos in round one of the Brown County Holiday Classic

Tournament on Dec. 29, and a win in round one of the tournament would put them up against the winner of the round one contest between the Georgetown Lady G-Men (6-3) and the Fayetteville-Perry Lady Rockets (6-3).

PWHS 9 5 7 11 – 32 EHS 9 14 6 17 – 46

Portsmouth West (32): White 3 7-11 13, Campton 0 2-2 2, Coleman 1 3-6 6, Butcher 2 2-4 6, Newlan 1 0-0 3, Williams 1 0-0 2.

Three-pointers: Coleman 1, Newlan 1. Team: 8 14-23 32.

Eastern (46): Farris 6 3-5 15, M. Fultz 2 0-0 4, Prine 2 1-5 5, Broughton 1 3-4 5, Sowers 1 0-0 2, A. Fultz 0 0-1 0, Reynolds 2 3-4 7, Walsh 1 0-0 2, Stamper 3 00 6. Team: 18 10-19 46.

The Fayetteville-Perry Lady Rockets would find themselves battling back from an early deficit and facing serious foul trouble as they ventured to Southeastern High School in South Charleston on Dec. 21 to come away on the short side of a 54-39 nonleague battle.

The Lady Rockets' leading scorer, senior Samantha Murphy, was called for three fouls in the first quarter and would spend a great deal of time on the bench while the Lady Rockets fell behind 11-0.

The Lady Rockets would end up with a team total of 21 fouls.

After scoring only 13

points the entire first half, the Lady Rockets battled back to outscore Southeastern 26-21 in the second half of play, but the late game rally would come too little, too late for a Lady Rocket victory on this night.

On a positive note, it was an excellent experience for the Lady Rockets as they prepare to begin play in the Brown County Holiday Classic Tournament to take place Dec. 29-30 and enter the second half of the 2015-16 season.

“We were able to hang with them after falling behind early,” FayettevillePerry head coach Toby Sheets said following the Dec. 21 non-league contest. "The girls never gave up and we were able to get

A signing ceremony was held for Koch at Fayetteville-Perry High School on Dec. 17 with family, friends, coaches and other members of the school staff present.

DeClaire inducted into Hall of Fame

USSSA play and was consistently ranked as one of the top 10 teams in Ohio at the time.

DeClaire would have the longest running singlesponsored Men’s B Team in Ohio softball history, playing in more than 3,700 games under the same sponsorship banner.

He also sponsored DeClaire Insurance Master’s Teams for 13 years, teams that would win multiple state championships, three world tournaments, and finish runner-up in three world tournaments.

DeClaire served on the Ohio USSSA Board of Directors for seven years from 1986 until 1993. He was elected to the Greater Cincinnati Softball Hall of Fame in 2006, and has been named a Southwest Ohio “Legend of the Game.”

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Over a span of more than 30 years Dan DeClaire, Sr. was active as a player, coach, and sponsor of Ohio USSSA Softball.

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Eastern’s Mikayla Farris rises for a score over a Portsmouth West defender.

Serious foul trouble results in Lady Rocket loss

BY Wade Linville The Brown County Press

tinue her volleyball career at the collegiate level at Thomas More College.

Koch led the Lady Rocket varsity volleyball squad on the front line this past fall with 176 kills.

some minutes for players that normally don't get as many minutes, and we used players in positions they do not commonly play. We will be better because of it."

Despite seeing a great deal of time on the bench in foul trouble, Samantha Murphy led the Lady Rockets in scoring with 12 points, well below her previous average of more than 27 points per game.

Fayetteville's Hannah Wiederhold and Taylor Cornett ended the night with seven points apiece, while Meghan Koch finished with six points and Cecilia Murphy with five.

The Dec. 21 non-league loss moved the Lady Rockets to an overall record of 6-3 on the season.

by Dowers for a field goal

by Lanham that would tie the game at five apiece.

Another three-pointer by Anderson left the Rockets trailing 8-5 , but with 2:39 to go in the first quarter it was Dowers rising for a score in the paint to cut the Devils' lead to 8-7.

The Rockets would rise to a 9-8 lead as Dowers buried a shot on transition following a steal.

Wiederhold capped off scoring in the first quarter with a field goal from close range, lifting the Rockets to an 11-8 lead.

After scoring 13 points apiece in a close second quarter, the Rockets held a narrow 24-21 lead at halftime.

The Devils came off of halftime break to outscore the Rockets 11-9 in the third quarter to cut the Fayetteville lead to just one, but the Rockets saved their best offense for last to outscore the Devils by 12 in the frame and secure the victory.

In addition to Lanham's 15 points in the final frame, Schaefer racked up eight fourth-quarter points off a field goal and perfect six-of-six shooting from the foul line.

Fayetteville's junior guard Nic Ball came through with five points in the fourth quarter, sinking a field goal and connecting on three-of-four attempts from the foul line.

Dowers would also contribute with a field goal in the fourth.

Leading the Devils were Trey Meade with 19 points

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Fayetteville’s Caleb Dowers goes up for a score on a fast-break during the Rockets’ Dec. 18 win over North Adams.

and Anderson with 18 points.

The Rockets upped their overall record to 3-3 with the win over the Devils and were ready to face the 1-5 Georgetown G-Men in round one of the Brown County Classic Holiday Tournament on Dec. 29.

NAHS 8 13 11 18 – 50 FPHS 11 13 9 30 – 63

North Adams (50): Anderson 5 4-6 18, T. Meade

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7 4-5 19, C. Meade 1 0-0 2, England 1 0-0 2, Sheeley 1 0-0 3, Knechtly 1 0-0 2, Gingerich 2 0-0 4. Threepointers: Anderson 4, Sheeley 1, T. Meade 1.

Team: 18 8-11 50.

Fayetteville (63): Schaefer 4 11-14 19, Lanham 6 4-5 19, Dowers 5 0-1 10, Ball 1 3-4 5, Wiederhold 2 0-0 4, Crone 2 0-2 4, Smyth 1 0-0 2. Threepointers: Lanham 3. Team: 21 18-26 63.

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20150175CVE U.S. Bank National Association as Successor by Merger of U.S. Bank National Association ND Plaintiff -vsShirley J. Dupler aka Shirley J. Ziegler aka Shirley Jeanne Ziegler, et al.

Defendant In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Pike to-wit: A parcel of land located in the Village of Mt. Orab, Pike Township, Brown County, State of Ohio, and in C. Kendall’s Military Survey No. 2074, lying East of and adjacent to U.S. Highway No. 68 and more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point in the centerline of U.S. Highway No. 68, and in the prolongation of a fence line, a corner of the lands of Walter S. Liming, Jr. and Russell E. Lukemire, the Catholic Church, Pauline L. Grieshop, and W. Scott Liming and Lucie Liming; thence with the centerline of the Highway along the following bearings and distance S. 33 deg 35’ W. 167.96 feet to a point; and S. 31 deg 33’ W. 88.05 feet to the beginning at a point in the centerline of the Highway, the most northwesterly point of the land herein described; thence, from the point of beginning by metes and bounds, with a line marked by a fence for a portion of its length S. 66 deg 57’ E., 241.00 feet passing an iron pin at 30 feet to an iron pin; thence S. 22 deg 25’ W., 71.65 feet to an iron pin; thence N. 76 deg 13’ W., 246.53 feet, passing an iron pin at 200.73 feet to a point in the centerline of the U.S. Highway No. 68; thence with the centerline of the Highway as it curves to the right in a northerly direction, the chord of the curve bearing N. 23 deg 50’ E. for a distance of 111.35 feet to the point of beginning, and containing 0.508 acres. Subject to a right of way for U.S. Highway No. 68.

Property Address: 501 South High Street, Mount Orab, Ohio 45154 Parcel number: 30-0573360000 Prior Deed Reference: Deed Book 247, Page 636 Said Premises Located at 501 S. High Street, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $78,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: 10% of purchase price to be paid on day of sale. Balance due within 30 days.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Joshua J. Epling #0079568 Attorney ---------------------------------------SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20101285CVE U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee, on behalf of the holders of the Credit Suisse First Boston Mortgage Securties Corp. Home Equity Pass Through Certificates, Series, 2006-8 Plaintiff -vsBrian Hicks aka Brian T. Hicks, et al.

Defendants In pursuance of a 4th Pluries Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Green to-wit: Legal Description: Situated in the County of Brown, in the State of Ohio and in the Township of Green. Being situated in Douglas Irby’s Military Survey No. 12919, in the Township of Green, County of Brown, and in the State of Ohio and bounded and described as follows: Being all of Lot No. 6 of Eagle’s Nest Subdivision, a Plat of which is filed in Plat Cabinet 2, Slide 64 of the Brown County, Ohio Recorder’s Office Records.

Parcel Number(s): 100174520400 Prior Deed Info.: O.R. Book 346, Page 1766, filed June 27, 2006 Said Premises Located at 5179 Lindsey Rd, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154 NOTE: There was not an in-

side inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $52,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: 10% of purchase price to be paid on day of sale. Balance due within 30 days.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Charles V. Gasior #0075946 Attorney ---------------------------------------SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20120988CVE The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, NA fka The Bank of New York Trustee as Successor in interest to JP Morgan Chase Bank, NA as successor trustee by merger to the First National Bank of Chicago, as trustee for GE Capital Mortgage Services Inc. Home Equity Loan Pass-Through Certificates, Series 1997-HE4 Plaintiff -vsRichard E. Truman and Melissa K. Truman, et al.

Defendants In pursuance of an ALIAS Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Perry to-wit: Legal Description: Situated in the Township of Perry, County of Brown, State of Ohio, and being more particularyly described as follows: Lot No. 1755, of Lake Lorelei Subdivision, Map No. 5, as the same is designated, numbered and known on the recording Plat thereof, Volume No. 4, Pages 72 through 78, Plat records of Recorder’s Office, Brown County, Ohio, but subject to all legal highways, easements, right of ways and restrictions of record.

Property Address: 1755 Stuttgart Drive, Fayetteville, OH 45118 Parcel No.: 230436000000 Deed Reference number: dated June 5, 1997, filed June 16, 1997, recorded in Official Records Volume 94, Page 23, Recorder’s Office, Brown County, Ohio.

Case Number: CVE20120988 Said Premises Located at: 1755 Stuttgart Drive, Fayetteville, Ohio 45118 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $130,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: To be sold for not less than two-thirds of the appraised value. A Deposit equal to 10% of the appraised value of the property must be made in the form of a cashier check at the time of sale. The Balance of the purchase price must be paind by cashiers check within thirty days of the sale. If the purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price within thirty days of the sale, the deposit shall be forefeited to Plaintiff for the costs associated with the advertisment and resale of the property and for interest charges.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Craig J. Spadafore #0081279 Attorney ---------------------------------------NOTICE OF FORFEITURE Notice is hereby given to any person with an ownership interest or security interest in the following property, to wit: 2000 Chrysler 300M, VIN #2C3HE66G9YH224732. that an Entry Ordering Forfeiture of Vehicle was filed in the Brown County Common Pleas Court in Case No. CRI2013-2267 on March 18, 2014, forfeiting the vehicle to the Aberdeen Police Department.

The Property is currently being held by the Aberdeen Police Department.

Any person having an ownership interest or security interest in said property may contest the forfeiture.

Jessica A. Little Brown County Prosecutor BCP 12-27-15, 1-3-16 ----------------------------------------

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20140622CVE U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF8 Master Participation Trust, by Caliber Home Loans, Inc. as its attorney in fact Plaintiff -vsJames A. Hargett Rebecca K. Hargett, et al.

Defendants In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Sterling to-wit: Exhibit “A” Legal Description: Situated in the County of Brown in the State of Ohio and in the Township of Sterling and in William Lytle Survey No. 4250, and being bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a reference point at a spike at the intersection of Crosstown Road and Edgington Road; thence with the centerline of said Edgington Road for the next two calls, S. 15 degrees 57 W. A distance of 883.15 feet to a spike; thence S. 15 degrees 50’ W. A distance of 741.37 feet to a spike in the centerline at its intersection with n existing 20 feet wide right of way previously granted; thence with the centerline of said 20 feet wide right of way, N. 71 degrees 03’ W. A distance of 879.18 feet to an iron pin at the West terminations of said right of way and being the real point of beginning; thence with said certerline of the aforementioned 20 feet weide right of way, S. 71 degrees 03’ E. A distance of 75.00 feet to an iron pin in said centerline; thence with a division line through the original 7.00 acres, S. 15 degrees 50’ W. A distance of 135.64 feet to an iron pin in the line of Carl Watson; thence with said Watson’s line, N. 71 degrees 03’ W. A distance of 335.46 feet to an iron pin in the line of Edward A. Shinkle; thence with said Shinkles’ line, N. 21 degrees 41’ E. A distance of 271.18 feet to an iron pin at a corner to the aforementioned Carl Watson and at the Northwest corner of the original 7.00 acres; thence with said Watson’s line, S. 71 degrees 03’ E. A distance of 232.78 feet to an iron pin in said Watson’s line; thence with two division lines through the original 7.00 acres, S. 15 degrees 50’ W. A distance of 135.64 feet to the brginning, containing 1.77 acres more or less, being a part of the original 7.00 acres transferred to Charles Applegate in Vol. 155, page 184 and subject to all legal easements and included with and subject to the above mentioned 20 feet wide right of way as described to be used by grantor and grantee for ingress and engress from Edgington Road, a survey of the property was made by Robert E. Satterfield, R.S. #4238, March 1976 It is the intention of the grantor herein that the twenty foot right of way previously granted by deeds recorded in vol.

163, page 90, and vol. 162, page 615, of the Brown County deed records, be extended and additional seventy-five feet to the west termination point above referred to situated in the County of Brown, in the State of Ohio and in the Township of Sterling and in William Lytle Survey No. 4250, being bounded and described as Follows: Beginning at the reference point at a spike at the intersection of Crosstown Road and Edgington Road; thence with the centerline of said Edgington Road for the next two calls, S. 15 degrees 57’ W. A distance of 883.15 feet to a spike; thence S. 15 degrees 50’ W. A distance of 741.37 feet to a spike in said centerline at its intersection with the centerline of a 20 feet wide right of way previously granted; thence with the centerline of said 20 feet wide right of way. N. 71 degrees 03; W. A distance of 643.31 feet to an iron pin. Said centerline and being the real point of beginning; thence with said centerline of the 20 feet wide right of way, N. 71 degrees 03’W. A distance of 235.87 feet to an iron pin at the west termination of said right of way; thence with a division line through the original 7.00 acres, N. 15 degrees 50’ E. A distance of 135.64 feet to an iron pin in the line of Carl Watson; thence with said Watson’s line, S. 71 degrees 03’ E. A distance of 235.87 feet to an iron pin in said line; thence with a division line through the original 7.00 acres transferred to Charles Applegate in Vol. 155, page 184 and subject to all legal easements and included with and subject to the above mentioned 20 feet wide right of way as described to be used by grantor and grantee for ingress and egress. A survey of this property was made by Robert E. Satterfield, R.S. # 4238, March 1976.

Being situated in William Lytles’s Military Survey No. 4250

in the Township of Sterling in the County of Brown, in the State of Ohio and bounded and described as follows: Beginning at an iron pin found in the centerline of a 20 feet wide right of way previously granted and a corner at a 0.73 acre of Charles E. and Anna Jo Applegate as recorded in volume 194, page 655 and at the southwest corner of the original 2.00 acres; thence with said Applegate’s line, N. 15 degrees 50’ 00” E., Passing an iron pin found at 10.01 feet, a distance of 135.64 feet to an iron pin found and a corner to said Applegates and in the line of a 5.00 acres of Lenville R. and Kathleen J. Duncan; thence with said Duncan’s line, S. 71 degrees 03’ 00” E. A distance of 15.00 feet to an iron pin set in said Duncan’s line; thence with a division line through the original 2.00 acres, S. 15 degees 50’ 00” W. , Passing an iron pin set at 125.63 feet, a distance of 135.64 feet to a spike set in the centerline of the aforementioned 20 feet wide of way; thence with said centerline, N. 71 degrees 03’ 00” W. A distance of 15.00 feet to the beginning, containing 0.047 acre more or less, being a 15 foot wide strip off of the west side of the original 2.00 acres of the premises transferred to Eugene Durham and Zina Mae Ethel Durham as recorded in volume 162, page 690 and subject to all legal easements. Bearings are magnetic and based upon the N. 71 degrees 03’ 00” W. Line along the 20 feet wide right of way. A survey of this property was made by Robert E. Satterfield, R. S. #4238, September 1987.

Titleholders: James A. Hargett and Rebecca K. Hargett Property Address: 16259 Edgington Road, Williamsburg, Ohio 45176 Parcel Number(s): 37073100.0303, 37-073100.0300, 37-073100.0304 Prior Deed Reference: O.R. 290, Page 742 Recorded: 07/14/2003 Said Premises Located at 16259 Edgington Rd., Williamsburg, Ohio 45176 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $86,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016

Terms of Sale: 10% of purchase price to be paid on day of sale. Balance due within 30 days.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Andrea L. Schild #0092604 Attorney ---------------------------------------SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20140631CVE Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff -vsKaren Mitchell, et al.

Defendant In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Sterling to-wit: Situated in the County of Brown in the State of Ohio and in the City of Mt. Orab: Being entire Lot No. 42 of Whispering Wynds Subdivision, Section 3, Sterling Township, Brown County, Ohio. A registered subdivision recorded in the books of the Brown County, Ohio Recorder, in Plat Cabinet 2, Slide 280 and 281.

Subject to easements and restrictions of record, if any.

Property Address: 15229 Whispering Wynds West, Mount Orab, OH 45154 Parcel number: 37-0716760000 Prior Instrument Number: OR Book 384 Pg. 1257 Said Premises Located at 15229 Whispering Wynds West, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $33,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: 10% of purchase price to be paid on day of sale. Balance due within 30 days.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Carson A. Rothfuss #0088636 Attorney ----------------------------------------

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20150430CVE Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff -vsPaul J. Elder and Sandra D. Elder, Et Al Defendants In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Sterling to-wit: Situated in Sterling Township in Brown County, Ohio and Harvie Military Survey No. 3343, and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at an iron pin in Bardwell-West Road at the Northwest corner of Land of Grantor, which pin is Westerly 3338.30 ft. as measured along the center of said road from its centerline intersection with Eastwood Road; thence with Bardwell-West Road S. 71 deg. 30 min. E. 100.02 ft. thence S. 17 deg. 19 min. W. 225.00 ft. and passing a stake at 25.00 ft. to a stake; thence N. 71 deg. 30 min.

W. 100.02 to a pipe in Grantors West line; thence with the Grantors West line N. 17 deg. 19 min. 225.00 ft and passing a steel rail at 200.00 ft to the place of beginning. Containing 0.5165 acre of land. Being the result of a survey by Fred. W. Montgomery, R.S. No. 4183 Property Address: 1888 Bardwell West Road, Williamsburg, OH 45176 Parcel Number: 370726280000 Prior Instrument Number: Deed Book 272, Page 612 Said Premises Located at 1888 Bardwell West Rd, Williamsburg, Ohio 45176 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $44,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: 10 % of purchase price to be paid on day of sale. Balance due within 30 days.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Craig A. Thomas #0037667 Attorney ---------------------------------------SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20140036CVE Green Tree Servicing LLC Plaintiff -vsBrian O. Burton and Tiffany Lynn Latham, Et Al Defendants In pursuance of an ALIAS Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Perry to-wit: Legal Description: Situated in J. Breckenridge’s Virginia Military Survey No. 3043, in the Township of Perry, in the County of Brown, in the State of Ohio and being all the Lot No. 4 of Murray Corner Subdivision as recorded in Plat Cabinet 2, Slide 45 of the Records of Brown County, Ohio.

Parcel number: 230499240700 Prior Deed Info: General Warranty Deed, OR Book 267, Page 1662, filed September 26, 2002 Said Premises Located at 4638 Murray Corner Rd, Fayetteville, Ohio 45118 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $105,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: 10% of purchase price to be paid on day of sale. Balance due within 30 days.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Charles V. Gasior #0075946 Attorney ----------------------------------------

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20150439CVE Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Indenture Trustee of the Aames Mortgage Investment Trust 2004-1 Plaintiff -vsJason Crabb and Shellie Crabb, Et Al Defendants In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Sterling to-wit: Legal Description: Situate in J. Savary’s Military Survey No. 5257 in the Township of Sterling, County of Brown and State of Ohio, being all of Lot No. One (1) of Eastwood Acres Subdivision as the same is designated, numbered and known on the recorded Plat Cabinet 2 thereof. Slide 13. plat records of recorder’s office. Brown County, Ohio, but subject to all legal highways, easements, right of ways and restrictions of record.

Parcel Number(s): 370728800300 Property Address: 2134 Bardwell West Road, Williamsburg, OH 45176 Deed Reference Number: dated August 27, 2004, filed September 10, 2004, recorded as Official Records Volume 315. Page 2083. Brown County, Ohio records.

Case Number CV 20150439 Said Premises Located at 2134 Bardwell West Rd., Williamsburg, Ohio 45176 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $82,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: To be sold for not less than two-thirds of the appraised value. A Deposit equal to 10% of the appraised value of the property must be made in the form of a cashier check at the time of sale. The Balance of the purchase price must be paind by cashiers check within thirty days of the sale. If the purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price within thirty days of the sale, the deposit shall be forefeited to Plaintiff for the costs associated with the advertisment and resale of the property and for interest charges.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Michael E. Carleton #0083352 Attorney ---------------------------------------IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS JUVENILE DIVISION BROWN COUNTY, OHIO Case No. 20153176 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION IN THE MATTER OF:

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Myra Brock Alleged Dependent Child TO: Matthew Brock, whose last known address is Unknown; who has been named as the Father of Myra Brock, DOB 06/30/2009. Take notice that a Complaint has been filed in the above named Court under Section R.C. 2151.03 and 2151.04.

The Brown County Department of Job and Family Services has requested temporary custody of the minor child Myra Brock.

You are hereby summoned to appear before said Court, 510 East State Street, at Georgetown, Ohio, on the 27th day of January, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. at which time a hearing will be had on the Complaint, and if you fail or neglect to obey the summons or to appear at the time stated you may be subject to the loss of valuable rights or to sanction by the Court.

You are further notified of your legal rights and privileges and the legal rights and privileges of the child in this hearing as follows: You and your child have the right to be represented by a lawyer but if you are without means or financially unable to employ one, the Court will provide a lawyer for you. You may waive the right to be represented by a lawyer.

You are further notified that the Court may grant temporary custody of Myra Brock, to others, as requested in the complaint, and in the event that the Court should determine that such is necessary, you may be divested of rights with respect to custody of said child.

Danny R. Bubp, Judge BCP 12-27-15 ----------------------------------------

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20150450 Community Savings Bank Plaintiff vs James K. Canter, et al.

Defendant In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Clark to-wit: Situated in the Villiage of Hamersville, Township of Clark, County of Brown, and State of Ohio and further described as follows: Being Lot Number One (1) in Adkins Subdivision to said villiage as the same is known and designated on the recorded plat thereof, said plat being recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 3, Slide 385 in the Recorder’s Office of Brown County, Ohio.

Parcel number: 06-0058200000 1 Travis Place, Hamersville, Ohio 45130 Prior Deed Reference: Official Record Volume 353, Page 1307 Also the following described real estate: Situate in the Township of Clark, the County of Brown, in the State of Ohio and in the Village of Hamersville and being Lot Number Three (3) of Adkins Subdivision to the Village of Hamersville as the same is known and designated on the recorded plat thereof, Recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 3, Slide 385 in the Recorder’s Office of Brown County, Ohio.

Parcel Number: 06-0057200000 1 Travis Place, Hamersville, Ohio 45130 Prior Deed Reference: Official Record Volume 353, Page 1307 Said Premises Located at 1 Travis Place Hamersville, Ohio 45130 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $66,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: 10% of purchase price to be paid on day of sale. Balance due within 30 days.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Richard L. Goettke #0010869 Attorney ---------------------------------------SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20150306CVE United States of America, acting through the Rual Development, United States Department of Agriculture Plaintiff -vsAngela S. Rogg, et al.

Defendants In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Clark to-wit: Situated in the Township of Clark, County of Brown, and State of Ohio and being all of Lot No. 10 of Block II, Midway Acres Subdivision as the same is known, numbered and delineated on the recorded plat thereof, Plat Book 5, Page 7 (Plat Cabinet 1, Slide 389), and in the Revised Plat in Plat Book 7, Page 39, Slide #657, of the Plat Records of Brown County, Ohio but subject to all easements, conditions, restrictions of record and all legal highways.

Current/Owner Deed Reference: Angela S. Rogg by virtue of a General Warranty Deed dated March 5, 2007 and recorded March 20, 2007 in OR Book 357, Page 1375.

Premises commonly known as: 2850 State Route 125, Hamersville, Ohio 45130 Parcel Number: 030045560000 Said Premises Located at 2850 St Rte 125, Hamersville, Ohio 45130 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $78,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: 10% of purchase price to be paid on day of

sale. Balance due within 30 days.

All taxes and assessments that appear on the tax duplicate filed with the Brown County Treasurer will be deducted from proceeds from the sale. This includes taxes and assessments for all prior years yet unpaid and delinquent tax amounts. The successful bidder will be responsible for any subsequent taxes or assessments that appear on said tax duplicate after the date of confirmation of the sale of property.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Stephen D. Miles #0003716 Attorney ---------------------------------------SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20150252CVE Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff -vsRobert R. Weber and Martha A. Weber Defendants In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Pleasant to-wit: Situated in the Village of Georgetown, Pleasant Township, Brown County, Ohio and being part of Lots 22, 23, 24, and 25 of J.T. Wilson’s Subdivision as shown on Plat Book C-3, Page 128, Slide 136 and being part of a 25 feet wide alley vacated by Ordinance No. 390 of the Brown County, Recorder’s Records and being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at an existing 1/2 inch i.d. iron pipe at the intersection of the east right-ofway line of Liming Street and the south right-of-way State Route No. 221; thence with said east right-of-way of Liming Street, South 21 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds East, 115.60 feet to a set iron pin and the True Point of Beginning for this description; thence leaving said right-of-way and with the south line of a parcel of land conveyed to Troy R. and Rhonda L. Dalton in Official Records Volume 2, Page 85, North 69 degrees 45 minutes 56 seconds East 100.03 feet to a set iron pin: thence with east line of said Lot No. 22 in J.T. Wilson’s Subdivision, and with the west line of a parcel of land conveyed to Richard Latham in Deed Volume 163, Page 729, South 21 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds East, 55.00 feet to a point in the centerline of said 25 feet wide alley vacated by ordinance No. 390, said point being witnessed by an existing 1/2 inch i.d. iron pipe North 68 degrees 20 minutes 00 seconds East, 0.05 feet; thence with said centerline and with the north line of a parcel of land conveyed to Ronnie Lee Ralton in Deed Volume 207, Page 170, South 68 degrees 20 minutes 00 seconds West, 100.00 feet ot an existing 1/2 inch i.d. iron pipe on east right-of-way of Liming Street; thence with said east right-of-way of Liming Street, North 21 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds West, 57.50 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 0.1291 acres of land.

All pins referred to as set are 5/8 inch by 30 inch steel re-bar with a plastic cap reading “Bock & Clark” affixed to the top.

The above legal description being taken from a survey and plat by Bock and Clark Surveyors under the supervision of Mark P. Scott, Ohio Registered Land Surveyor No. 7407, said survey being dated March 20, 1995.

Property Address: 103 Liming Street, Georgetown, OH 45121 Parcel number: 33064904.0000 Prior Instrument Number: OR Book 202 Pg. 1 Said Premises Located at 103 Liming Street, Georgetown, OH 45121 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $68,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: 10% of purchase price to be paid on day of sale. Balance due within 30 days.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Ellen L. Fornash #0085284 Attorney ----------------------------------------

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20150318CVE Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff -vsThe Unknown heirs, Devisees, Legatees, Executors, Administrators, Spouses and Assigns and the Unknown Guardians of Minor and/or Imcompetent Heirs of Vera Y. Dieringer aka Vera Dieringer, deceased, et al.

Defendants In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Pleasant to-wit: Situated in the Incorporated Village of Georgetown, Brown County, Ohio, and in Pleasant Township, and being in the first addition to the Northland Subdivision of the Incorporated Village of Georetown and being Lot No. 104 as the same is known and designated on the recorded plat of the first addition to the Northland Subdivision. For the record of the First Addition to Northland to the Northland Subidvision, see Plat Book No. 4, Page 11, Slide 289, Recorder’s Office, Brown County, Ohio.

Also, the Grantor is hereby selling and conveying unto the grantees and heirs and assigns, the line of ingress and egress over Wahl Street, a street 40 feet wide running from Stephan Avenue in a northerly dirction to the property line of Irwin Dyer, Sr., until such time as Wahl Street has been dedicted as a street for the use of the general public to the Village of Georgetown, Brown County, Ohio.

Subject to all plat restrictions of record.

Property address: 16 Wahl Street, Georgetown, OH 45121 Parcel number: 33063536.0000 Prior Instrument Number: OR Book 228 Pg. 1240 Said Premises Located at 16 Wahl Street, Georgetown, Ohio 45121 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $89,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: 10% of purchase price to be paid on day of sale. Balance due within 30 days.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Jennifer Schaeffer #0084893 Attorney ---------------------------------------SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20150149CVE Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass Through Certificates, Series 2006-W2 Plaintiff -vsWilliam D. Morris and Arvillia A. Morris et al.

Defendants In pursuance of an Alias Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Pleasant to-wit: Legal Description: Situated in the Township of Pleasant, Villiage of Georgetown, in the County of Brown, and State of Ohio: and Being Lot Number Two (2) in Green Acres subdivision in the Free Soil Addition to the Village of Georgetown, as known and designated on the recorded Plat of said Village, Plat Book 4, Page 46, Slide 324, Deed Records of Brown County, Ohio.

Parcel number: 330618760000 Property Address: 71 Green Acres Drive, Georgetown, OH 45121 Deed Reference Number: dated April 24, 1992, filed April 27, 1992, recorded in Deed Book 261, Page 510, Brown County, Ohio records.

Case Number: CV 20150149 Said Premises Located at 71 Green Acres Drive, Georgetown, Ohio 45121 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $72,500.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016

Terms of Sale: To be sold for not less than two-thirds of the appraised value. A Deposit equal to 10% of the appraised value of the property must be made in the form of a cashier check at the time of sale. The Balance of the purchase price must be paind by cashiers check within thirty days of the sale. If the purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price within thirty days of the sale, the deposit shall be forefeited to Plaintiff for the costs associated with the advertisment and resale of the property and for interest charges.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio David F. Hanson #0059580 Attorney ---------------------------------------IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS JUVENILE DIVISION BROWN COUNTY, OHIO Case No. 20153175 20153176 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION IN THE MATTER OF: Braxton Flaugher Myra Brock

NOTICE OF FORFEITURE Notice is hereby given to any person with an ownership interest or security interest in the following property, to wit: 1998 Chrysler Town and Country Van, VIN #1C4GP64L1WB623335. that an Entry Ordering Forfeiture of Vehicle was filed in the Brown County Common Pleas Court in Case No. CRI2015-2019 on February 9, 2015, forfeiting the vehicle to the Mt. Orab Police Department.

The Property is currently being held by the Mt. Orab Police Department.

Any person having an ownership interest or security interest in said property may contest the forfeiture.

Jessica A. Little Brown County Prosecutor BCP 12-27-15, 1-3-16 ---------------------------------------IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS JUVENILE DIVISION BROWN COUNTY, OHIO Case No. 20153175 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION IN THE MATTER OF: Braxton Flaugher

Alleged Dependent Child Alleged Dependent Child TO: Jessica Waltson, whose last known address is 9001 Airport Road, Apt. #41, Georgetown, Ohio 45121; who has been named as the Mother of Braxton Flaugher, DOB 10/10/2010 and Myra Brock, DOB: 06/30/2009.

Take notice that a Complaint has been filed in the above named Court under Section R.C. 2151.03 and 2151.04. The Brown County Department of Job and Family Services has requested temporary custody of the minor children Braxton Flaugher & Myra Brock.

You are hereby summoned to appear before said Court, 510 East State Street, at Georgetown, Ohio, on the 27th day of January, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. at which time a hearing will be had on the Complaint, and if you fail or neglect to obey the summons or to appear at the time stated you may be subject to the loss of valuable rights or to sanction by the Court.

You are further notified of your legal rights and privileges and the legal rights and privileges of the children in this hearing as follows: You and your children have the right to be represented by a lawyer but if you are without means or financially unable to employ one, the Court will provide a lawyer for you.

You may waive the right to be represented by a lawyer.

You are further notified that the Court may grant temporary custody of Braxton Flaugher & Myra Brock, to others, as requested in the complaint, and in the event that the Court should determine that such is necessary, you may be divested of rights with respect to custody of said child.

Danny R. Bubp, Judge BCP 12-27-15 ---------------------------------------NOTICE OF FORFEITURE Notice is hereby given to any person with an ownership interest or security interest in the following property, to wit: 1999 Ford Expedition, VIN #1FMPU18LOXLA92173. that an Entry Ordering Forfeiture of Vehicle was filed in the Brown County Common Pleas Court in Case No. CRI2015-2131 on September 25, 2015, forfeiting the vehicle to the Brown County Drug and Major Crimes Task Force.

The Property is currently being held by the Brown County Drug and Major Crimes Task Force.

Any person having an ownership interest or security interest in said property may contest the forfeiture.

Jessica A. Little Brown County Prosecutor BCP 12-27-15, 1-3-16 ----------------------------------------

TO: Gregory Flaugher, whose last known address is Unknown; who has been named as the Father of Braxton Flaugher, DOB 10/10/2010. Take notice that a Complaint has been filed in the above named Court under Section R.C. 2151.03 and 2151.04.

The Brown County Department of Job and Family Services has requested temporary custody of the minor child Braxton Flaugher.

You are hereby summoned to appear before said Court, 510 East State Street, at Georgetown, Ohio, on the 27th day of January, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. at which time a hearing will be had on the Complaint, and if you fail or neglect to obey the summons or to appear at the time stated you may be subject to the loss of valuable rights or to sanction by the Court.

You are further notified of your legal rights and privileges and the legal rights and privileges of the child in this hearing as follows: You and your child have the right to be represented by a lawyer but if you are without means or financially unable to employ one, the Court will provide a lawyer for you. You may waive the right to be represented by a lawyer.

You are further notified that the Court may grant temporary custody of Braxton Flaugher, to others, as requested in the complaint, and in the event that the Court should determine that such is necessary, you may be divested of rights with respect to custody of said child.

Danny R. Bubp, Judge BCP 12-27-15 ----------------------------------------

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 THE STATE OF OHIO, BROWN COUNTY CASE NO. 20150455CVE The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association fka The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. as successor to JP Morgan Chase Bank, Inc. Mortgage AssetBacked Pass Through Certificates, Series 2006-RS1 Plaintiff -vsSteven Shay and Jonell Shay, Et Al Defendants In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction, at the west door of the Courthouse on the Square in Georgetown, Ohio, in the above named County, on Monday, the 25th day of January, 2016, at 1:00 o’clock P.M., the following described real estate, situate in the County of Brown and State of Ohio, and in the Township of Green to-wit: Legal Description: Situated in the Village of Mt. Orab, Green Township, Brown County, Ohio and bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the point the intersection of the Center of Mt. Orab Sardinia Pike, (S.H. No. 74) with the Center of Mill Street; thence N. 14 deg. 30 E. with the Center of Mill Street 111.0 feet; thence S 77 deg.

30’ E. a distance of 98.5 feet to an iron pin in the West line of an Alley; thence S. 14 deg. 30’ W. with the West line of said Alley 111.0 feet to a point in the center of the Mt. Orb Sardinia Pike (S.H. No. 74) thence N. 77 deg.

30’ W. with the center of the Mt. Orab Sardinia Pike (S.H. No. 74) 98.5 feet to the place of begining.

Containing 10,933.5 sq. feet (0.25) acres of land.

Property Address: 201 East Main Street, Mount Orab, OH 45154 Parcel Number: 110198480000 Deed Reference Number: dated January 19, 2001, filed February 15, 2001, recorded as Official Records Volume 233, Page 379, Brown County, Ohio records.

Case Number: CV 20150455 Said Premises Located at 201 East Main Street, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154 NOTE: There was not an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff is not liable for the condition of the property upon confirmation of the sale.

Said Premises Appraised at $105,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount.

Publication Dates: December 20 & 27, 2015 & January 3, 2016 Terms of Sale: To be sold for not less than two-thirds of the appraised value. A Deposit equal to 10% of the appraised value of the property must be made in the form of a cashier check at the time of sale. The Balance of the purchase price must be paind by cashiers check within thirty days of the sale. If the purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price within thirty days of the sale, the deposit shall be forefeited to Plaintiff for the costs associated with the advertisment and resale of the property and for interest charges.

Dwayne Wenninger Sheriff Brown County, Ohio Craig J. Spadafore #0081279 Attorney ---------------------------------------NOTICE OF FORFEITURE Notice is hereby given to any person with an ownership interest or security interest in the following property, to wit: 1996 Chevrolet Silverado, VIN #2GCEK19MOT1156561. that an Entry Ordering Forfeiture of Vehicle was filed in the Brown County Common Pleas Court in Case No. CRI2015-2146 on October 5, 2015, forfeiting the vehicle to the Brown County Drug and Major Crimes Task Force.

The Property is currently being held by the Mt. Orab Police Department.

Any person having an ownership interest or security interest in said property may contest the forfeiture.

Jessica A. Little Brown County Prosecutor BCP 12-27-15, 1-3-16 ---------------------------------------NOTICE OF FORFEITURE Notice is hereby given to any person with an ownership interest or security interest in the following property, to wit: 1999 Ford Expedition, VIN #1FMPU18LOXLA92173. that an Entry Ordering Forfeiture of Vehicle was filed in the Brown County Common Pleas Court in Case No. CRI2015-2130 on September 28, 2015, forfeiting the vehicle to the Brown County Drug and Major Crimes Task Force.

The Property is currently being held by the Brown County Drug and Major Crimes Task Force.

Any person having an ownership interest or security interest in said property may contest the forfeiture.

Jessica A. Little Brown County Prosecutor BCP 12-27-15, 1-3-16 ----------------------------------------

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BATAVIA - Two and three bedroom apartments available with open waiting list. Accepting applications M-F, 9am-4pm.

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FELICITY GARRISON PLACE SENIOR APARTMENTS 62 & OVER Rent Subsidized Free Utilities Secure Bldg.

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513-732-6935 TDD #1-800-750-0750 “This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”

Equal Housing Opportunity

303 - HOUSES FOR RENT

2BR 1BA house in the Batavia area. Good location. Newly remodeled.

Country setting.

Fenced-in yard. Carport & large shed. Available February 1st. $600/mo. +$600/deposit. Utilities not included.

513-703-2430.

2BR RANCH Mt. Orab area, close to 32. Call 513-752-4472.

3BR HOUSE in Williamsburg, located in town, Newly renovated.

Williamsburg School District, 513-967-6873.

303 - HOUSES FOR RENT

4BR HOUSE, Mt. Orab, $625/mo.; 2BR house, Georgetown, $500/mo.

937-205-3339.

FOR RENT - Newer home in Lake Waynoka, 3br, 2-bath, electric heat.

No pets. No smoking. $800 month plus deposit.

Call 513-673-4929.

HOUSE in Ripley for rent. $435/mo. plus deposit, 2 or 3 br, washer/dryer hookups, 937-213-2401.

307 - MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

2BR, 1.5ba, large deck, storage shed, large lot in small mobile home park.

956 S. Main, Georgetown; $400month plus deposit & utilities. No pets. 513-519-5372.

308 - OFFICE/BUSINESS SPACE FOR RENT

OFFICE/ STOREFRONT, 105 E. Grant, Courthouse Square, Georgetown.

Heat & utilities included.

513-734-1138 or 513-266-3654.

309 - GARAGE/PARKING/ STORAGE WE HAVE 2-Garages for rent each with concrete floors and roll up doors. 9x18 feet. Each rent for $55.00 per month.

For information stop in.

14 North 3rd Street Ripley, Ohio Call 937-392-3104 513-383-4084.

edge features such as: • “Google-style” contextual search capabilities, to allow users to sort by keyword, department, category or vendor; • Fully dynamic interactive charts to drill down on state spending; • Functionality to compare state spending yearover-year or among agencies; and, • Capability to share charts or checks with social media networks, and direct contact for agency fiscal offices.

In March, the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG) released their annual “Following the Money 2015”

report and Treasurer Mandel earned Ohio the number one transparency ranking in the country for providing online access to government spending data. Ohio was prominently featured in the report after climbing from 46th to 1st in spending transparency as a result of Treasurer Mandel’s release of OhioCheckbook.com. Due to the launch of OhioCheckbook.com, Ohio received a perfect score of 100 points this year – the highest score in the history of the U.S. PIRG transparency rankings.

The Treasurer’s office is partnering with Open-

Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Christopher Roe has been selected 2015 Trooper of the Year at the Georgetown Post.

The selection of Trooper Roe, 31, is in recognition of outstanding service during 2015 at Georgetown.

Fellow officers chose Trooper Roe based on leadership abilities, professional ethics, courteous treatment of others, enthusiastic work attitude, and cooperation with supervisors, peers, and the public.

Trooper Roe is now in

contention for the District and State Trooper of the Year Award to be announced at a later date.

Trooper Roe joined the Highway Patrol in 2012 and has served at the Georgetown Post since then. Originally from Clayton, Ohio and a graduate of Northmont High School, Trooper Roe also attended Sinclair Community College.

Trooper Roe and his wife, DeAnna, live in Brown County with their daughter Adalyn, age 1.

Gov, a leading Silicon Valley government technology company, to provide residents of Ohio the ability to view and search local government expenditures in a user-friendly, digital format. “Ohio is setting the standard for financial transparency on an unprecedented scale.

We are excited to partner with the Treasurer’s office to bring world-class technology to communities large and small across the state,” said Zachary Bookman, CEO of OpenGov. For more information visit OhioCheck book.com.

Roe named Trooper of the Year at Georgetown Post

Morrison Place Apartments

Now renting 2 bedroom Apartments

Rent starting at $500.00 with attached garage, Washer & Dryer Hookups.

For 55 & older accepting applications. For questions call Samantha Taylor at 1-937-378-6041 ext. 257 or ext 285.

“This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”

310 - WANTED TO RENT

WANTED Farm ground to rent for 2016 season & beyond. Call Jeff at 937-213-3909.

401 - CONDOS/ TOWNHOUSES FOR SALE

MT. ORAB - BAYLIE DRIVE CONDO:2br, 1ba, furnished with washer, dryer, stove, & refrigerator. $700 month includes water, sewer & trash, $750. deposit.

937-728-9694.

403 - MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE ABANDONED DOUBLEWIDE with land, PLEASE TAKE OVER, $3500 deposit.

888-221-4503.

405 - LOST & FOUND

PANDORA BRACELET - Mainly red & white with some blue.

Middle bead is white with sea shells on it. Lost on Dec. 13 while at Mt. Orab Kroger. If found please take to Kroger service desk.

407 - INVESTMENT PROPERTY

BAR/RESTAURANT FOR SALE Turn-key operation 1329 US 52, $35,000 Some owner financing possible.

614-207-8933.

501 - CHILD CARE

DAYCARE HUGS & KIDS, LLC. 6th & Willow St., Williamsburg Call Dorothy Lewis 513-218-7471 or Stephanie Lewis 859-801-0125

504 - BUSINESS SERVICES COOL BREEZE’S Compacts Garden tilling, brush hogging, trenching & other stuff!

Call 937-515-0947.

Rent equipment or hire me! You pay only when the key is on!

507 - SEWING & ALTERATIONS

For all your sewing needs for you, your family and your home. Call 937-4444276. Reasonable rates, expert service.

510 - HALL RENTAL

HALL RENTAL Two halls available for rent. One hall is 4000 sq. ft. w/complete kitchen.

Second hall holds 175 people. Call for pricing.

937-378-4330.

Provided/ THE BROWN COUNTY PRESS

Trooper Christopher Roe

Joshua Manor Apartments

91 Simmons Avenue Peebles, Ohio 45660 Applications for low-income senior housing will be accepted for Joshua Manor Apartments at 91 Simmons Avenue, Peebles, Ohio on Wednesdays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

To qualify you must be 55 years of age or older.

Persons requiring a unit designated for persons with a mobility impairment are not required to be 55 years or older to apply.

For more information contact Patricia Montgomery at 1-800-553-7393 ext. 257.

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Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel today announced partnerships with the Village of Mount Orab, Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Local Schools and the Ohio Treasurer’s office to place their spending online at OhioCheckbook.com.

Last year, Treasurer Mandel launched OhioCheckbook.com, which sets a new national standard for government transparency and for the first time in Ohio history puts all state spending information on the internet. OhioCheckbook.com recently earned Ohio the number one ranking in the country for government transparency.

The Village of Mount Orab and Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Local Schools are the first entities in Brown County to partner with the Treasurer’s office to post their spending online at OhioCheckbook.com.

On April 7th, Treasurer Mandel sent a letter to 18,062 local government and school officials representing 3,962 local governments throughout the state calling on them to place their checkbook level data on OhioCheckbook.com and extending an invitation to partner with his office at no cost to local governments.

These local governments

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607 - FIREWOOD

SEASONED & SPLIT mixed hardwood, fullsize pick-up truck load thrown in & thrown out, $90. Will deliver in area between Mt. Orab & Felicity and Amelia & Georgetown, 937-379-5071 or 513-259-1070.

611 - WANTED TO BUY

CASH PAID for antique furniture, crocks, bottles, tin signs, old toys, costume jewelry, post card albums with cards, Civil War items, arrowheads.

Too much to list!

Call Kay at 513-313-0338.

CASH PAID TODAY! Antiques • Jewelry • Furniture • Appliances • Gold • Silver • Records • Tools • All Collectibles • Household • Estates • Used Cars • 30 Year Buyer

Almost Anything!

937-378-2850 513-348-5870 513-256-8623

615 - MISC. FOR SALE

19’ SEARAY Sierra Boat, 140 HP Mercruiser inboard/outboard.

New interior. Well kept.

Trailer with good tires included. $3,500.

Call 513-720-8868.

JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS! Precious Moments Collectibles for sale 513-274-7001.

LUMBER FOR SALE 1x4x14, several.

Call 937-392-6052.

TOWLER’S AUCTION Ripley,

Buying or Selling Call Today!!!

513-309-7779 Towlersauctioninc. com

Happy Holidays!!

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1462044 - Western Brown Schools - Lease Option TO Buy AVAIL.** CALL L/A's for Financing Details!!! Complete renovation!!

Attractive 3BR 2Ba hm with a FR add-on. Almost everything Fully equipped kit complete w/island has plenty of light! Cathedral ceilings w/a unique LR ceiling, this home is sure to please. Private deck off of master, OVSZ 2 car gar w/openers & a sprawling 5 ac yard!!! $139,900

Office: (513) 474-3500

web: www.BertThomas.HUFF.com

1439466 - Sardinia - Two Unit Complex w/much income potential. Brand new roof. Located on the edge of town. Public Utilities. $79,900 1439474 Sardinia Two Family dwelling with mobile home on property which is set up as an add'l rental. Located in the heart of town on public utilities. $69,900

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Mt Orab.- Private setting on a cul-de-sac w/Public water and sewer. Walking distance to WB Schools.

This 4br 2.5ba home has been fully renovated. NEW KITCHEN, NEW BATHROOMS, NEW FLOORING, NEW DOORS! Kitchen is stocked w/ beautiful cabinets, marble countertops and brand new stainless steel appliances. Competitively priced to sell. Call Bert / Dominic for your showing today! $154,000

1474191 - Mt. Orab - Full brick w/30x15 4 Season Rm & enclosed patio*Entire wall where fireplace is located is bricked w/massive shelving* Wiring completely updated*Fully equipped Kit & laundry*Fully fenced backyard w/hot and cold water outside spigot*2 Amish sheds 14x20 & 12x9*New HVAC (carrier)'08*New flooring 12*New HWH '13*Located in small desirable neighborhood. $149,900

1461747 - Georgetown - Full brick hm. Brand new roof, A/C, paint, flring, lite fixtures, six-panel doors and handles. Both bathrooms are totally renovated. Formal DR and FR. Full walk out bsmt. This .85 corner lot rolls and has landscaping timbers blt into the professional landscape. Huge side deck. This home is handicap accessible. 2 huge sheds, one Amish blt.!!! $139,900

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1418021 Georgetown Super clean town property on public water & sewer.

Renovated kitchen & bath. Beautiful hardwood floors thru-out.

Full walkout basement w/garage. Driveway in rear to garage. 2BD, 1 BA. 0.25 Acre. Mature shade.

There is an enclosed porch on the front. $49,900 1427606 - Mt. MULT I - F AMI LY Orab - OWNER FINANCING! Flexible Terms!!

Former Cahall Apparel Store in the heart of Mt. Orab. 1100 sq ft of store front office area w/4 add'l rental apts. Full walkout bsmt. Low maintence. 15 space parking lot with mo. income. Public Utilities. $199,900

Bethel Schools 1444412 - WOW! Cute little farm house w/brand new kitchen & bath.

Updated elec & box. Wood flooring under all carpet w/2 BR floor restored. 2 road frontages & 2 driveways. 35x30 barn which has 2 stalls/hay stor. 22x18 shed. Replacement win. Water at the barn. $75,000

1471336 - Batavia - Former Model, fully equipped kitchen, plant ledges, cathedral ceilings, brkfst bar, MBR suite, tiered decking, fenced yard w/in-ground pool, corner location! Located right inside front entrance. Carpet allowance. $129,900

1474241 - Sardinia - Paradise minutes off of SR 32!

Beautiful rolling 18.87 acres, 2 spring fed stocked ponds, 2 barns, 48x26 & 30x24. 1 acre fenced area (electric).Sides and rear end of property is lined in woods.

Although there is a double wide on property--no value is given to the structure. BEING SOLD AS IS!!! $89,900

1457350 - MOTIVATED SELLER - Beacon Hill Subdivision - Class and elegance are the order of the day when you view this spacious 4 BR/3.5 bath home. Perfect for entertaining or just enjoying a quiet weekend by the custom in-ground pool. Features include hardwood throughout the 1st flr, full fin bsmt.

Too many amenities to list $275,000

1469285 - Sardinia - 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath on public water & sewer. Corner location.

Newer roof, HVAC, flooring & paint. Huge Master Bedroom w/slider to covered backporch. Det. 2 car garage w/24x24 extended concrete pad. Garden spot. Fully fenced side yard. $79,500 1449566 - Mt. Orab - Walk everywhere!

This Well cared for home has the richness of wide natural woodwork thru-out. Totally renovated! This house has all the charm of home with all of the extras including a natural lite Family room. All you have to do is move in. Drive-thru 2 car garage. View your beautiful back yard from your cov'd porch. Full wlk-out bsmt. Call today!! $89,900

$299,900.00 Location, location, location!! A stones throw from the corner SR32 & US Rt 68 this Private location has a 3 BR hm. w/a huge covered back porch. 2c det gar, a 32x42 well blt. 2nd gar w/10' doors. > 10 acres of tillable ground, acres of woods all bordering a creek. Great road frontage!

38.92 rolling acres, 27 tillable, 4 fully fenced pasture w/the remainder in creek-lined woods.

Very clean working farm.

42x64 Tecumseh bldg. w/concrete flr and entry on 3 sides. 16x32 open stal bldg. in excellent condition.

14x70 mobile hm (little value) All utilities are there.

Western Brown Schools. $249,900.00

1462102 - Pike Twp- Exquisite!

Rockwell type setting for this cedar sided Custom Blt. hm. Wrap around (Bum porch Phillips, former head coach/Houston Oilers shot a comm'l here), Flr to ceiling stone FP, open loft, antique stove, Complete guest suite on lower level w/ walk out to pavered patio w/a perfect view of the enormous stocked pond. 3000+ S/F. 5 BD, 3 BA, 7.4 wooded acres. Mins off of SR 32. $365,000 1464286 - Mt. OrabCommercial Historic office bldg. Set up & ready to house your business. Also Perfect for a Dream Residential Home. Lead crystal glass windows, conference room, Rookwood ceramic fireplace (2), extrawide natural woodwork trim & boards. Double staircases. Walkin attic, full basement w/water proof warranty.

Zoned HVAC. across from Post Office. $139,900 1458803 SOLD P Georgetown E N D IN G Tasteful all brick hm with Tudor exterior touches!

Brand new flring thru-out. Formal DR, Fully Equipped Kit, 2 BR on 1st Fl, Plenty of Storage, 2 BR'son 2nd Fl share a lrg 1/2 ba. Newer paint HWH & liting. Full walkout bsmt. Public water & Sewer!! $88,500

CUSTOM BUILT RANCH HOME ON 2.3 ACRES! Located At: 5484 Swamp Rd., Winchester, OH., Concord Twp., Highland County.

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1454671 - Owensville - Located on the corner of a no outlet road. This ranch, contemporary home is move-in ready. Cathedral ceilings, walk-thru bath & huge laundry.Private back yard w/creek border. Woods across the street included. 2BD, 1 BA $79,900

1446890- Ripley- Area of farms & fine homes. An ultimate doll house! New roof '10, this home is movein ready. Covered front porch, picture window, fenced garden spot. Shed. 2 decks. Sits high atop a grassy knoll. 1.13 acres. Possible Land Contract. $84,500

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Georgetown Schools: Location, convenience, location!! 3BR all brick home on .7 ac. Freshly painted this adorable home is move-in ready.

Covered front porch. Att 1 car gar. $75,000

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Real Estate: CustomBuilt, 3,500 Sq. Ft. Ranch Home sitting on 2.3 acres in a country setting! Home features open floor plan with vaulted ceilings in living room & dining room area. Kitchen includes black granite countertops, oak cabinets, plus newer stainless steel Whirlpool appliances! The home has 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths! Master bedroom has 2 large walk-in closets, plus larger master bath with tile floors, Jacuzzi tub, shower, and His & Her sinks! First floor also has hardwood floors throughout.

Large finished basement features carpet throughout, large raised entertainment area with knotty pine walls, plus bar area with built-in Kegerator! Basement also has 2 bedrooms, full bath, plus large storage room. Walk-out patio doors to a very impressive paver patio with large fireplace & goldfish pond! Home also has attached 2-car garage, large front porch with stamped concrete walkway, etc.! The property also includes a large above ground pool with walk-out deck, (New) 36 ft. x 36 ft. pole barn with 2 overhead doors, concrete & electric! This property has a stocked fishing pond, mature trees, plus sits on 2.3 acres in a country setting!

Auctioneer’s Note: This property has tons of custom features that go on and on! Very spacious and in a great location, be sure to check out this fine home!

Inspection Dates: Mon., Jan. 4th, 5-6 P.M. & Sat., Jan. 9th, 2-4 P.M. or call for an appointment.

Klayton Juillerat Auctioneer/Agent – (937) 205-5256

Owners: Josh & Janelle Shannon

937-446-2610 or 800-967-6166

LARGE AUCTION!

The Cincinnati Horticultural Society has released the theme and some special event highlights for next year’s Cincinnati Flower Show, taking place from April 13-17, 2016.

The 2016 show themed, “An International Adventure,” will return to Yeatman's Cove on the banks of the Ohio River in Downtown Cincinnati next April.

The show will feature several new international themed horticultural and food events throughout the week featuring both local and national celebrities.

According to Cincinnati Flower Show Director JW Fleckenstein, “We are excited to be back at Yeatman’s Cove in 2016, and are planning an even more spectacular event with an international theme that embraces the many cultures of our sister cities throughout the world. We were thrilled with the

16,000 attendee turnout last year and are hoping to attract 25,000 visitors next year.”

Horticultural and food enthusiasts will enjoy elaborate garden displays, beautiful containers, brimming window boxes, dramatic table settings, inspiring lectures, great shopping in the Marketplace and tantalizing treats and culinary inspirations at the Fine Food Show and special events.

New to this year’s event offerings will be An Evening In Munich dinner, an international wine tasting event with the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, an international Sister Cities cocktail and dinner celebration, Brides and Blooms, and a Battle of the Chefs cook-off featuring some of Cincinnati’s favorite chefs. Many of last year’s events will also be returning. They include the

popular Bourbon Tasting with local mixologist Molly Wellmann, Spring Fling featuring the Naked Karate Girls Band, and the always-popular English Afternoon Tea. Fleckenstein indicated that several local and national celebrities have already confirmed their participation. Among these are local horticultural experts Ron Wilson and Rita Heikenfeld, local celebrity chef Jean-Robert de Cavel, former White House Florist and proprietor of Interieurs et Fleurs Laura Dowling, floral designer and author of Flowers of the Heart Sharon McGukin and British author Andrea Wulf.

Advanced general admission and special event tickets can be purchased online at www.cincyflowershow.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 2ND, 10 A.M. Auction includes: (20) early Church Pews, plus Chairs & Antique Furniture from a disband Church. Also, there will be lots of Tools; Household Items; Nascar model cars; plus Much More!

See NationwideSold.com for Pics & Full Listing!

Quality Consignments Accepted!

Call Klayton Juillerat Auctioneer/Agent (937) 205-5256

PUBLIC AUCTION SUNDAY JANUARY 3RD, 2016 BEGINNING @ 9:30AM

Location: 180 Flaugher Hill Road, Aberdeen OH 45101 U.S. 52 East of Wm. Harsha Bridge. Signs posted.

FURNITURE, GLASSWARE, TOOLS & MISCELLANEOUS SEVERAL NEW & USED LAWNMOWER PARTS Auctioneers Note - Selling clean & nice items from Ilene Chamberlain & other consignors.

Terms: Cash day of sale or good check with proper ID. Statements made day of sale take precedence over previous advertising. See Internet for more info & pictures www.auctionzip.com #8276 Many more items not listed.

Lunch served NO BUYERS PREMIUM Not responsible for accidents

SALE CONDUCTED BY Wm. J. Holton 513-218-4100 Jesse Mckenzie 513-218-2541 Associate of Gustin Realty www.auctionzip.com #8276

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Show organizers announce April 2016 event details

Located At: 8 West Main St., Mowrystown, Oh. 45155