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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JUNE 2020 PUBLISHER

Michelle Moody | Michelle.Moody@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Laura Leavitt | Laura.Leavitt@LifestylePubs.com

Rebuilding Together WHEN I WAS IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, MY TEACHER HAD A CATERPILLAR IN

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Tera Michelson AD DESIGNER

Miranda Williams

A TERRARIUM. Eventually, the caterpillar started to form a chrysalis. After what felt like

LAYOUT DESIGNER

an eternity, a butterfly gradually emerged. Our class had a “release party” as we let the

Dana Rudolph

butterfly return to the outdoors in its new and improved form. As a child, that wait felt like an eternity, but in the end, we had a result that was even better than what we started with. This memory keeps popping into my head as we all start to gradually and carefully emerge from our chrysalis and head back out into the world. No one is coming out

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Alexandra Frost, Tera Michelson CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Len Kaltman—West Chester Corporate Photography

quickly or unscathed, but hopefully, in some ways, we have had the opportunity to become better. Perhaps we’ve spent more time connecting with family, meditating, doing self-improvement activities or home improvement projects. Much like the butterfly, none of us are the same as we were this spring. I’m so proud of our community and how we have rallied together to support each other. This month’s issue is all about how we can rebuild our community. Our businesses and charities are essential to West Chester and Liberty, and they need our help now more than ever. Read on to get to know some of these amazing local organizations.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

T-shirts, bags and rally towels featuring our cover image were available for sale last

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month. Due to popular demand, we reopened the website to accept additional orders

REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams

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sale will go to the Community Health Fund. Learn more about this fund on page 30. I’m blessed to live in this community surrounded by amazing and supportive people and businesses. I look forward to seeing you all out and about again soon. Stay healthy and stay safe!

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Proverbs 3:5-6 West Chester & Liberty Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of the West Chester & Liberty areas’ most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in West Chester & Liberty Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.

The Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty uses the power of local philanthropy to meet the changing needs in our community.

T H A N K S T O Y O U R G E N E R O S I T Y, since March 12th we have granted more than $63,500 to

non-profit organizations serving West Chester and Liberty Township with food supplements, rent and utility assistance, childcare, and healthcare supplies during this challenging time.

RECENT GRANT RECIPIENTS INCLUDE: Reach Out Lakota • American Legion Post 681

St. Vincent de Paul • UC Health West Chester Hospital

Pink Ribbon Girls • East Butler County YMCA Childcare Lakota Robotics • Christ Hospital Liberty Campus

We invite you to join us in making a difference in our community.

Our team can help connect you to the causes you care about, and make the most of your charitable dollars.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2020

FEATURES 18 Make Your Move Relocating to a New Home This Season

22 Supporting Local Get To Know Businesses in Our Area Who Serve Us As We Move Forward

30 Recharging our Charities Four Ways to Contribute to Our Community’s Well-Being

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34 Finds For Fathers Wow Dad With a Great Gift for Father’s Day

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Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Inspired By

22 Travel Destination 30 Giving Back 34 Local’s Choice

The Union Centre Boulevard Merchant Association (UCBMA)

is a group of enthusiastic local merchants promoting the area business community while supporting our community’s charitable causes.

United We Stand! Now is our time to stand together as one community and support one another.

• Companions on a Journey • Dan Beard Council • Dragonfly Foundation • Easter Seals • Edge Teen Center • Eve Center • Fitton Center for Creative Arts • Focus on Youth • Free Throws for Kids • Give Hope PANCAN Research & Awareness • Great Miami Younglife • Hart Animal Rescue • Heavenward Farm and Horsemanship • Lakota West PTSO

• Lakota West Theatre • LifeSpan • National VOA Museum of Broadcasting • Ohio Police K9 Memorial • Olde West Chester Christmas Walk • One Way Farm • Parachute Butler County CASA • PAWS Adoption Center • Peaches Bully Rescue • Performing Arts of Lakota • Pink Ribbon Girls • Reach Out Lakota • Rotary Club of WC Liberty • Safe Haven Farm

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• SAFY of Ohio • Shamrock Shuffle • Shared Harvest Foodbank • Sleep in Heavenly Peace • Starshine Hospice • Stepping Stones • Susan Hendel Scholarship Fund • West Chester Baseball Partnership • WC Union Township Historical Society • Wounded Warrior

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This Spring the UCBMA donated $5,000 to the Community Health Fund at the Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty. Over the last four years we’ve donated over $125,000 to these local organizations and others through grants and sponsorships!

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Our local business owners need your patronage now more than ever. Please visit our member page and support a local UCBMA business today. UCBMA.com/Members

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Pet Pictures Throughout April we asked our social media followers to send us their pet photos. We pored over the 60+ entries to choose some of our favorite pictures to brighten your day. One lucky winner was drawn at random to win a free weekend stay for their dog at The Fetchington Pet Hotel. Thank you for sending us your photos!

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CALL FOR STORIES FROM OUR READERS Here at West Chester & Liberty Lifestyle, we

MIDPOINTE LIBRARY OFFERS DIGITAL RESOURCES

know your kids and teens are affected by the times

Want to beat the heat and need something

we’ve been experiencing as a community due

fun to see, learn or read? MidPointe Library has

to the COVID-19 crisis. We’d love to hear if you

its own YouTube channel, where they offer craft

know of a young person living in West Chester

tutorials, virtual storytimes and explanations of

or Liberty who has found a way to give back this

fun recipes to try. On their website, MidPointe

spring or summer: delivering meals, volunteering,

Library offers audiobooks and e-books that can

creating masks or other needed items and more.

be downloaded onto a mobile device or computer,

We will be picking a handful of these kids to fea-

as well as Hoopla, which has music and videos

ture in our magazine this August. To contact us,

that you can check out as well. The Library also

please email Michelle.Moody@LifestylePubs.com.

offers dozens of educational, instructional and

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entertaining databases. Craft using step-by-step

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moting positive mental health. + Recognizing that we are more than our jobs is key, according to Dr. Tracy Cummings, MD, Chief of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Lindner Center of HOPE. Some grief is to be expected during times of job loss or change. + Stay connected using video chat software as well as phone calls and texts. + Try to be caring and supportive to those around you, including teens and young children. If you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others call: + 911 + Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress

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LAKOTA EAST SPARK STAFF WINS JEA AWARDS Lakota East's Spark news magazine recently won the All-Ohio Award from the Ohio Scholastic Media Association (OSMA). Anna Mullins was also named Ohio Journalism Education Association's Journalist of the Year, and her digital portfolio CONTINUED >

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FORGING OUR FINANCIAL FUTURES

ARTICLE ALEXANDRA FROST

PHOTOGRAPHY LEN KALTMAN—WEST

CHESTER CORPORATE PHOTOGRAPHY

sye mishler WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO PEOPLE WORRIED ABOUT OUR FINANCIAL FUTURE? The range of unknowns raises the uncertainty around the timing of a rebound. While we don’t attempt to time the market precisely, as a long-term investor, you should take comfort in the advantage of time in the market, not timing the market. However, we remain confident that a rebound will take shape. It may take a while longer to materialize, but we think it will be robust and fueled by a return of confidence in the post-virus outlook. Long-term investors don’t need to capitalize on the pullback all at once but should consider opportunities to benefit from this decline. FOR OUR READERS THAT HAVE STUDENTS ABOUT TO HEAD TO COLLEGE OR IN COLLEGE, WHAT IS SOME GUIDANCE FOR USING THEIR 529 PLANS? Ideally, those with children or grandchildren nearing college developed a college savings strategy that considers rising college costs, the impact of financial aid and balancing competing goals such as retirement. As students get closer to college, their college savings plans should become more conservative to adjust to their time horizon for when those funds will be used. We would recommend portfolios contain not just stock-based mutual funds but bonds as well. You may need to consider other sources of funding like savings or loans until the investments regain their previous value. 16

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LOCAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS OFFER ENCOURAGEMENT DURING UNCERTAIN TIMES

gage hemmelgarn HOW DO YOU RECOMMEND AMERICANS PRIORITIZE WHAT TO DO WITH THE FIRST ROUND AND ANY FUTURE ROUNDS OF STIMULUS MONEY THEY RECEIVE? If immediate needs are covered, the stimulus checks provide an opportunity to establish or build upon your emergency fund. Six to twelve months of fixed expenses is ideal, and this might help get someone started or continue on their journey. WHAT’S YOUR NUMBER ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU HAVE FOR PEOPLE RIGHT NOW WITH THEIR INVESTMENTS? When markets are volatile, it’s easy for investors to lose sight of their long-term goals. Someone planning for retirement doesn’t typically have a time horizon of six months to a year. It’s usually 20 years or more when they are going to need those dollars, so it’s best to look at your financial plan and stick with it. Best to keep in mind that downturns are normal, upturns follow the downturns and the upturns last a lot longer. WHAT IF SOMEONE IS PLANNING TO RETIRE IN THE NEXT FEW YEARS — WHAT WILL THIS MEAN FOR THEM? This is a time for someone in this stage to take a look at what they are expecting to spend on a month-to-month basis in retirement. Visualize your retirement and tie an amount to that in today’s dollars. That’s where working with a financial professional can make a big difference.

To schedule a time to speak with one of these trusted advisors, you can contact Sye Mishler at 513.777.7557 and Gage Hemmelgarn at 513.777.5555. EdwardJones.com

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M A K E YO U R MOVE RELOCATING TO A NEW HOME THIS SEASON

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WE HAVE ALL SPENT A LOT OF TIME IN OUR HOMES LATELY, LEARNING THE QUIRKS OF OUR SPACES AND POSSIBLY DISCOVERING NEW ACTIVITIES FOR OUR FAMILIES. Many people are realizing their current home no longer fits their needs or goals. Buying a home can be a big step, especially in a a changing economic environment, but there are advantages to considering a new home at this time. “The recent situation has made us see an uptick in serious sellers, who are looking for an offer and ready to move forward,” says Tiffany Allen-Zeuch, a local real estate agent with Sibcy Cline. “At the same time, we’re getting fewer buyers who are ‘shopping casually’ and more who are going through the process with a serious, ready-tobuy attitude. This really creates opportunities on both sides.” We spoke with some housing professionals to get the scoop on finding your dream home even during a difficult economic time.

WHY BUY OR BUILD NOW?

There are many reasons why this is a good time to look into

buying or building a new home. The process of shopping for homes online or chatting with a real estate agent on the phone or via video conference has never been easier, and once you go to see a home, you can still feel assured of your safety. “We’ve taken precautions like other essential businesses, like shortening showing appointments and taking only one couple through a home at a time,” says Tiffany. “We make sure to sanitize surfaces. We offer FaceTime tours and other forms of virtual showings, especially for those moving from out-of-town who don’t want to fly in right now.” While interest rates have been quite competitive even before COVID19, the reductions in interest rates due to market volatility have opened opportunities for those who are considering a new home mortgage. “While rates do change every day, and they depend on your credit score and type of loan, we are definitely seeing some low rates,” says Tiffany. “It’s a great time to buy because you get to buy more house with your budget.”

THE IMPORTANCE OF FINDING HOME

Carriage Hill in Liberty Township features neighborhoods by var-

ious builders, and they’re seeing many people who are interested in the valuable features that a planned living community can provide. “My family and I have experienced something very unique during this pandemic which has proven to be a very challenging time for many,” says Randy Terry, Developer at Carriage Hill. “With the stayat-home order we truly realize the importance of home, family and friends. I’m seeing many more of my neighbors out for a leisure walk, pet gatherings, families picnicking at the pond, kids riding bikes and everyone fishing the stocked ponds.”

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MAKE YOUR MOVE (CONTINUED) In West Chester and Liberty, the economic impact of building a home that fits your needs can be a major benefit, helping our neighbors and friends in various industries to keep working and stay productive. “Fulfilling our responsibility as an essential business which helps to sustain employment and economic growth is a serious matter to local builders,” explains Randy. “It has been said that, for every home built, 2.5 permanent jobs are created. Townships rely on property taxes as a primary form of income, so the housing sector and its growth is key to the sustainable income basis for our local communities.” Carriage Hill has distinct neighborhoods that offer different kinds of homes, which has led to a family atmosphere and a unique benefit during a time of spending more time at home. “We have many grandparents that move into the same community as their grandchildren, and we have adults moving to where their own parents live to provide some in-home care,” says Randy. “This has proven to be one of those times when the ability to be close to your family is of real value.”

GETTING STARTED

There are many ways in which the current market may have prompted you

to start looking at buying or building a home. Maybe you’ve realized that you want a new layout in your home, a bigger yard for a new dog or want to be in a different type of neighborhood. Tiffany suggests that the best way to get started is to talk to an agent. “Talk through your needs, wants and desires with a real estate agent to get a realistic expectation of this local marketplace during this particular time,” says Tiffany. “You can get your pre-approval to see what you can afford, and talking to an agent can help, for instance, first-time homebuyers not be surprised by the various steps in the process.” Our housing professionals continue to work for a strong year in the housing market, and they have reasons to continue to be optimistic. “With people cleaning out their homes, painting and doing repairs, I anticipate a lot of nice inventory going into the third quarter,” says Tiffany. “The challenge we’re facing is to continue selling and buying in a safe and healthy manner, but we’re still in the same world where people may need to buy, whether you’re just starting out, getting married, having children, or any other life events and stages.”

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supporting local GET TO KNOW BUSINESSES IN OUR AREA WHO WANT TO SERVE US AS WE MOVE FORWARD

2020 HAS NOT BEEN “BUSINESS AS USUAL” FOR ALMOST ANY BUSINESS, INCLUDING THE COMPANIES THAT EMPLOY OUR FAMILY MEMBERS AND SERVE OUR NEEDS HERE IN WEST CHESTER AND LIBERTY TOWNSHIPS. Even as we continue to live our lives and participate in the economy, many of us feel a lack of clarity about what the future holds. One concrete way that we can work together toward “business as usual” in the future is to be patrons of local businesses. These companies offer a personal touch to the services and products they offer. Get to know more of your local businesses, as well as the best way to support them through this season.

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cious takeout and is open again for dine-in. “In 2018, Skally’s West Chester opened on Civic Centre Blvd. showcasing Old World Bakery Products that have been in the Cincinnati area since 1977,” says Lisha Michels, General Manager of Skally’s. “Skally’s takes pride in using many high-quality ingredients from local suppliers. The Skally’s have many friends, family and employees that live in the West Chester area.” With online ordering, DoorDash and free delivery to businesses with an order of $50 or more, they make it easy to get great food on the go or right at home. Gift cards are always available to purchase, and you can stay updated with their specials on Facebook. The Skally’s team looks forward to sharing the cooking of new Chef

Brandon Bobb, including his great new additions to the Skally’s menu.

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THE FETCHINGTON LUXURY PET HOTEL 8825 Cincinnati Dayton Rd., West Chester 513.847.8191 Fetchington.com Not only do they serve local residents, but the entire staff of The Fetchington Luxury Pet Hotel are also residents of West Chester and Liberty Townships. “I joke that I’m so ‘local’ that I never leave the three-mile radius between home and work!” says owner Tonia Wheeler. Tonia encourages the community to book stays for their dogs as soon as they know their summer and fall travel plans. Prepare for the future with a tour and daycare evaluation for your pup now. The best cure for the pandemic blues is to follow their Instagram and Facebook page for cute and uplifting photos of furry friends. “Now that we’re open, we would love to see all our old pals back in daycare and we welcome the opportunity to meet new friends,

INTERIORS PLUS 6203 Snider Rd., Mason 513.777.7717 InteriorsPlusMason.com Interiors Plus is a locally owned interior design retail store that depends on local residents to use their design services and shop in the store. They offer personal attention, even at a distance, that is unique to their business. They offer a large selection of home accessories, custom florals, custom window treatments and furniture. They also have a fashion and jewelry boutique within their spacious store. “We hope that our neighbors will continue to patronize our business so we can continue to serve the community as we have in the past,” says Helen Wright, Owner of Interiors Plus. They’ve been doing FaceTime sales and merchandise drop-off at customers’ homes, as well as taking special orders for the future. They are open again and ready to safely serve customers.

as well,” Tonia says.

RISKSOURCE CLARK-THEDERS 9938 Crescent Park Dr., West Chester

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513.779.2800 RiskSOURCE.com RiskSOURCE Clark-Theders’ office is right here in West Chester, and their staff live, work and shop in our community. They continue to serve their clients while working remotely using video conferencing to hold meetings when needed. To give back, they are accepting donations of new pajamas, underwear and socks for children, to be donated to local foster children through local organization Focus on Youth. These donations can be delivered to their office at 9938 Crescent Park Drive in West Chester. Given the uncertainty of this time, it’s a good idea to review your insurance and make sure you’re fully covered. The RiskSOURCE team is here to help! CONTINUED >

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CLOSETS BY DESIGN 11275 Deerfield Rd., Cincinnati 513.469.6130 Cincinnati.ClosetsByDesign.com Closets by Design is a full-service designer, manufacturer and installer of custom home organizational systems. They build dream closets along with pantries, laundry, mudrooms, home offices and complete garage makeovers. To help their customers begin the process, they’ve expanded the options for consulting and getting started. “We’ve initiated virtual home consultations between our designers and homeowners via phone, fax and/or Zoom. This allows the homeowners to take advantage of special offerings without any initial visit to the home,” says owner, Glen Grosser. They are grateful for the community’s flexibility during the early months of coronavirus. “Clients have been very supportive of the situation precluding our ability to visit their homes.” shares Glen. Closets By Design has extended their Spring Sale and is offering special financing.

LYONS & LYONS LAW 8310 Princeton Glendale Rd., West Chester 513.777.2222 LyonsandLyonsLaw.com Rob Lyons founded Lyons & Lyons Law in 1983 in his hometown of West Chester and now works alongside a team of local residents, including his own daughter, attorney Kara Lyons. “Even our office dog, Mia, was born in West Chester and has lived in the area her whole life,” laughs Kara. As an essential business, Lyons & Lyons Law has remained open, assisting clients with legal matters via video conferencing and practicing careful sanitizing efforts. Kara advises that stay-at-home time can be productive. “Take advantage of the downtime you have and focus on the things you’ve been putting off for too long: estate, business, financial and healthcare planning,” she says. The local law team encourages the community to face the pandemic together. As Kara says, “We are only as strong and successful as our community.”

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7132 Cincinnati Dayton Rd., Liberty Township 513.858.6900 DermatologyandSurgery.com The Liberty Township office of Dermatology & Surgery of Southern Ohio is known for being focused on patient care. Especially during the pandemic, the staff’s efforts are aimed at keeping patients safe, healthy and comfortable. Patience is key as the office continues state-of-the-art treatments for skin, hair and nails while adjusting to new social and safety standards. “We assure you that we are taking all necessary precautions,” reports their website. “We are monitoring updates and recommendations closely every day, and adjusting our daily policies to continue to prevent the spread of all illness.” The Dermatology & Surgery team is personally responding to each patient, assessing conditions and continuing to offer treatment and scheduling options. DermatologyandSurgery.com

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ANIMAL HOSPITAL OF WEST CHESTER 9335 Cincinnati Columbus Rd., West Chester 513.777.5131 AnimalHospitalofWC.com Locally owned and operated Animal Hospital of West Chester (AHWC) has taken a curbside approach in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Staff members escort pets to and from their owners’ vehicles. Pet owners stay safe in their cars and the staff communicates exam details and treatment plans via post-appointment phone calls. “Thank you for your continued patience with our new protocols

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West Chester Academy (WCA) offers gymnastics, dance, music

While many of us are still working from home, The Spicy Olive is

and acting lessons, as well as a variety of birthday party and sum-

open to in-store shoppers again and will continue accepting special

mer camp options. This local source of valuable arts education

orders by telephone and online, making sure we can eat well. With

services has made lemonade out of lemons during the public health

pick up, delivery and shipping options, locals still have access to their

crisis by creating WCA online, which helps their many students get

tasty olive oils, balsamic vinegars, wines and other gourmet foods.

the live video lessons they need to keep practicing and improving. As regulations change over the coming months, keep an eye on

“The customer support has been great, and it keeps me going,” says store owner Melanie Cedargren of Liberty Township.

their website and consider supporting WCA through enrollment

With group gatherings on hold, The Spicy Olive hosts virtual

in one of their excellent programs. Their website is full of encour-

wine tastings. Participants log on with four wines purchased from

aging updates, including their confident assertion that “We will

the store and taste together.

continue to adapt, and we will get through this together!”

“Everyone enjoys seeing each other and having an opportunity to socialize,” Melanie says. Keeping both customers and employees safe is the top priority as the doors reopen with new shopping procedures in place. Learn more on their website and Facebook page.

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Agent.AmFam.com/Michael-Corna Difficult times can highlight the need for safety nets like excellent insurance coverage. Local American Family Insurance Agent, Michael Corna, is a West Chester resident and is committed to finding great insurance options for your family. Recently, American Family Insurance has offered relief to their car insurance customers in the form of a one-time premium relief program that returns money to car insurance customers, given the lower amount of accidents and driving in the past few months. This is just one example of how Michael Corna and American Family Insurance have looked at the situation and found a way to make a positive impact on their community as a whole. When you’re looking for a new car insurance policy, consider Michael Corna!

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ness aims to offer high-quality dealership service, so this

They’ve adapted to the changing times while still offering high-quality service.

could be the right time to support them by bringing in

“We allow customers with an appointment to come in, pick their door, glass, how they

your vehicle for needed repairs or maintenance.

want the door made and make themselves a very customized door and hardware set for a ‘standard’ door price,” says owner Bruce Carden.

It’s also a very good time to shop for a new vehicle if you’ve had an eye on one, since their many GMC and

They’ve kept the large showroom open with minimal contact between visitors

Buick models are priced competitively. If you do not want

through limits on how many can make an appointment at once so that the door-shop-

to come to the dealership in person, their specialists can

ping experience can be safe.

speak to you about buying a vehicle from home and dis-

“We keep the showroom open to only one couple at a time, typically,” shares Bruce.

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About 20 percent of Lakota students, nearly

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3,500, receive free or reduced school lunch. In

Chester/Liberty established the Community

partnership with Lakota Child Nutrition, the

Health Fund with the purpose of efficiently

Faith Alliance offers fun activities and addi-

addressing local needs during the COVID-

tional food assistance for our neediest local

19 health crisis. This fund is providing grants

kids through the Summer Lunch Program.

to support the purchase of medical supplies

They also provide Summer Literacy and ESL

for our local hospitals, food for our local

Classes for young, struggling readers from

pantries, much-needed supplies for our first

low-income homes. Many volunteers are

responders and much more. Every dollar

needed for these programs, along with dona-

counts and will be distributed to nonprofit

tions of food, activities and essentials. Visit

organizations serving the residents of West

their website to see how you can help.

Chester and Liberty.

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WE LIVE IN A GENEROUS COMMUNITY THAT HAS A SPIRIT OF PHILANTHROPY AT ITS CORE. Over the last three months, our residents and nonprofits have been stepping forward more than ever to care for our local families who have been impacted the most by the coronavirus. These charities are looking to restock their shelves and replenish their volunteers and funds so they can continue to serve

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Chester/Liberty Township. They provide

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food, clothing and school items for our

and better support their families. SELF needs

local neighbors who are most in need.

groups of six or more volunteers this summer

Items they’re running low on include cereal,

and fall to make repairs on 86 homes in Butler

oatmeal, canned fruits and vegetables,

County that have been pre-qualified. Volunteer

canned meat and tuna, pasta, peanut butter,

groups can work one or more days, perform-

maseca, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bar soap,

ing home repairs and safety and mobility

deodorant and all-purpose cleaners. They’re

enhancements for senior citizens, veterans and

also starting the annual Back to School pro-

those who are physically unable to perform the

gram this month, collecting school supplies

repairs. Financial support is also needed to hire

for needy students.

contractors for emergency repairs.

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