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Darke Co. Fair concert will feature Josh Turner and Scott McCreery

Students from Darke County Schools attended the State of the Nation address with Speaker of the House John Boehner. (Ryan Berry photo)

Speaker Boehner gives State of the Nation address to chambers

BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR GREENVILLE – The Darke, Celina-Mercer and Preble County Chambers of Commerce, National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) and Area Action Council for Darke, Mercer and Preble Counties hosted Congressman and Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives John Boehner on April 23. Approximately 225 members of these organizations and 24 students from Darke County schools participating in the county’s Student Government Day attended the State of the Nation event.

Congressman Boehner addressed many of the issues being addressed by the federal government in Washington, DC, including the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the econo-

my, and energy boom.

“Leaders around the world want America to lead,” said Boehner.

“They are desperate for America to lead and they don’t believe America is leading.” He believes the country is a safer place when America is clear and strong. He noted when America isn’t strong it allows other countries to do things that we will eventually have to deal with. “We have (Vladimir) Putin who five years ago I referred to as a thug. Why? Because he is,” said the speaker. He is a problem for the region. “The big question is where is the line?” commented Boehner. He pushed for the administration and NATO to draw a line so everyone will know what is and isn’t acceptable from Russia.

Although he congratulated Greenville

KitchenAid for adding jobs, Boehner believes the job situation in the United States could be much better. “Where are the jobs?” he asked. He points to Obamacare as a major reason the job market remains stagnant. There have been 38 changes to the law and deadlines have been pushed back. Employers are unsure as to how the law will ultimately affect their bottom lines. In addition, wages for current workers continue to remain steady while gas, food and health insurance prices continue to rise. “I think we need to get the federal government out of the way.”

Because of new advanced technology, America is currently in the midst of an energy boom. Additional oil and

Boehner continued on page 4

GREENVILLE – Josh Turner has agreed to headline the 158th Great Darke County Fair’s annual concert on Aug. 17.

Scotty McCreery will be the opening act beginning at 7:30 p.m.

One of country music’s most recognizable hit-makers earning numerous CMA, ACM and GRAMMY nominations since the release of his debut album, Long Black Train, Josh Turner has sold more than five million albums and garnered four No. 1 hits (including three multi-week charttoppers): “Your Man,” “Would You Go With Me,” and “Why Don’t We Just Dance” (a four-week No. 1 that was named the most-played song of the year in 2010 by MediaBase). His song, “All Over Me,” from Haywire also reached the top spot on the charts, making him one of only seven country artists to have two No. 1 hits in 2010.

Five months after win-

Josh Turner

Scott McCreery

ning Season 10 of “American Idol,” McCreery released his debut album, Clear As Day, which became the best-selling solo album released by a country artist in 2011. Indeed, he became the youngest man in history to have his first album debut atop the all-genre Billboard Top 200 albums chart.

All seats are reserved.

Track seats are $30 each and Grandstand seats are $27 each. Tickets go on sale May 3, 9 a.m.,

via internet, www.darkecountyfair.com, and by phone; 800-736-3671 or 548-5044 using a debit or credit card. Beginning May 5, 9 a.m., tickets may also be purchased at the Fair Box Office, 800 Sweitzer St., Greenville.

Persons three years of age and older are required to purchase a seat ticket. Persons under three years of age are admitted free providing they sit on the lap of a paying seat ticket holder.

Drugs event to be held at GHS GREENVILLE – “Drugs: Shatter the Myth, Save a Life” will be held May 6, 7 to 8 p.m. in the Greenville High School Gymnasium. Joe VanVickle, Darke County Coroner’s Office, and

members of the Darke County Narcotics Unit will be talking about how drugs impact adults and children in the county.

Parents and their children, grades 3-12, are requested to attend to-

gether so they will have facts and talking points to start their own conversations after the event.

Reservations are not required but are requested by calling 548-1013.

Demolition begins at fairground GREENVILLE – Crews from Mikesell Excavating, LLC, of New Madison, were ready to go as soon as the fire investigation team released the dairy and beef barns to the Darke County Fairboard. A Dec. 27, 2013 fire destroyed two of the barns that housed beef and dairy cattle during the fair. On April 14, the fire investigation team held a joint evidence

exam session and determined they could release the buildings. The fire remains under investigation and a cause has not been determined. Demolition began on April 23.

Mikesell Excavating will have until May 14 to complete their portion of the project. They are hoping to finish early.

Bruns General Contracting, Inc. plans to begin work on the foundations

and slabs on May 12 if demolition is completed earlier than expected. If not, the Bruns crew will begin work on May 15.

Details of the new building design and construction are in the process of being finalized.

The Fairboard submitted the winning replacement bid to the Darke County Commissioners and they in-turn submitted the bid to the struc-

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Greenville Police Beat

Police respond to domestic violence, drugs; make DUI stops On April 15 police were dispatched to Martin Street regarding a domestic dispute between

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The victim advised Bush had started calling her names; she then called him names. Bush then allegedly started punching her in the face and choking her. The victim fought back, punching Bush in the right eye.

Bush ran out the front door. The victim and a witness wrote out statements. Bush was located at East Fifth and Green Streets and arrested for Domestic Violence. A search of the vehicle produced a plastic bag reportedly containing 16.5 white pills found to be clonazepam, a schedule III narcotic. Bush was also cited for possession of a controlled substance.

The suspect was found to have a domestic violence conviction in 2005 which makes the current domestic violence charge a felony of the 4th degree.

On April 13 police were dispatched to West Fourth Street regarding a domestic violence call.

A witness told police Billy Boyd, the suspect, left the scene when he saw the witness. The victim had red marks on both shoulders, a red hand print on the right side of her face and red marks around her throat. She stated the suspect had “just snapped,” that he suffers from PTSD and never had an outburst like this before. She stated he had struck her in the face knocking her to the ground causing her to burst her lower lip open. The officer saw vis-

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DRUGS On April 18 police were dispatched to a structure fire at 400 N. Gray Ave., Apt. C. While at the scene a marijuana cultivation site was located. Nothing further at this time.

On April 21 police were dispatched to JC Penney, 1481 Wagner Ave., in the rear parking lot and observed the suspect, Kevin Kerg, and a friend, Devan Hesson, in a vehicle with the headlights on. As the officer approached the vehicle a strong odor of marijuana was evident. The individuals were asked to step out of the vehicle; a search revealed marijuana and a pipe to smoke it in the center console.

Another pipe containing marijuana residue was in the glove box. Hesson stated he didn’t know Kerg had marijuana until they were already in the vehicle. Kerg admitted it belonged to him and was issued a misdemeanor citation for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana.

DUI On April 19 police observed Chad Feirstine operating a motorcycle on N. Broadway Street at a speed that appeared to be greater than the legal limit of 25 mph.

Radar indicated 51 mph. Feirstine did not respond to police lights, nor did he respond to police sirens until he reached 318 W. Water St. The defendant appeared to be moving slowly as he followed officer instructions; and the officer smelled an alcoholic beverage coming from him. He had slurred speech and red, glassy eyes. The defendant agreed to a field sobriety test and did poorly on it. Feirstine was placed under arrest for OVI (Operating a Vehicle under the Influence). Feirstine refused to take a breathalizer and placed under ALS (Administrative License Suspension) and released to his girlfriend.

On April 17 police stopped Tonisha Smith who was operating a vehicle on West Main Street. She was stopped at a stop sign for a long period of time, then proceeded through the intersection and traveled several feet over the marker line in the center of the roadway. The officer noted a strong odor

of an alcoholic beverage on her; speech was slurred and had glossy eyes. She did poorly on the field sobriety test and was arrested for OVI, but passed the breathalizer at the police station.

She was placed on ALS. DECEASED On April 15 police were dispatched to 1230 Adrien Ave. No. Q4 regarding a victim lying on the bathroom floor.

Hobart Gilbert was pronounced deceased by natural causes by the Darke County Coroner’s Office.

On April 20 police were dispatched to 1384 Sugarmaple Dr. regarding a person found deceased. Karen Petry was pronounced deceased by natural causes by the Darke County Coronor’s Office with the concurrence of her family doctor.

TRAFFIC STOP On April 18 police observed a vehicle on East Main being driven by Brian Seats, whom the officer new had a suspended license. Seats told police he knew he was under suspension but had no other way to pick up his son from the babysitter. The vehicle was registered to Jennifer Green. In a previous stop Green had been told if she allowed Seats to use her vehicle she would be cited as well.

The vehicle was towed and can only be released by court order. Seats was cited for Driving under Suspension and Green was cited for Wrongful Entrustment.

On April 18 police observed Dustin L. Taylor operating a vehicle by an officer who knew his license was suspended.

When he was stopped at Walnut and East Water Streets Taylor exited the vehicle and told the officer he wasn’t driving.

When he was told to get back in the vehicle he ran. He was instructed to stop three times and then advised he wasn’t going to be chased, that a warrant will be obtained on him. The officer called for a wrecker to tow the vehicle.

Courtney Weatherspoon approached the officer saying she was taking

the vehicle. She was told if Taylor returned the vehicle would not be towed. Weatherspoon returned with Taylor and the owner of the vehicle, Frank Gregorace.

Gregorace was warned for Wrongful Entrustment; Taylor was cited for Driving under an OVI suspension and Willfully Fleeing. The wrecker was released from the scene.

TRASH/DUMPING On April 17 a notice was posted at 401 Anderson Ave. for property owners Leo and Diana Julian regarding trash and littering. The front porch and flower beds contained trash and a large piece of rolled up carpet. An old camper is parked in the back year with expired plates and the side door open. The shed is filled with trash overflowing into the yard. An old trailer with no plates or tires is filled with trash. The house has been abandoned for four or five months.

VANDALISM On April 21 police were dispatched to Specialized Castings, 1569 Martindale Road, regarding a breaking and entering.

Employees couldn’t note if anything was missing. A vending machine full of snacks belonging to Miami Valley Vending had its face glass shattered. The coin/ cash area did not appear to be tampered with. Miami Valley Vending was advised of the incident and requested to contact police if they determined anything was missing.

EARLY BIRD POLICY The Greenville Police Beat is prepared from public records available at the Greenville Police Department. Every effort is made to balance the public’s right to know with the rights of the individuals involved.

Readers are encouraged to contact Greenville Police if they have information or concerns regarding these or any other incidents they see.

The Early Bird notes all suspects are innocent until proven guilty and welcomes comments and concerns regarding this community service.

Court activity for March DARKE COUNTY – Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, reported on the case statistics of the court for March 2014.

There were 383 new cases filed in the Darke County Municipal Court in March 2014. The breakdown of these cases include: 60 criminal, 19 O.M.V.I., 205 other

traffic and 99 civil cases.

There were 415 cases terminated/disposed of in March 2014.

For more information, contact Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, Darke County Courthouse, 504 South Broadway, Suite 7, Greenville, Ohio 45331, 547-7340.

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Boehner cont’d from page 1 gas can be retrieved from areas that have already been drilled. He believes North America can be energy independent in two to three years and the United States could

be in four to five years.

“We pay about 30% less than the rest of the world on average for electricity.

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Even with success in producing energy, Boehner is concerned it isn’t enough to bring companies to the U.S. He addressed five areas that need to be fixed before companies will decide to relocate to the United States. The first is the tax problem. “We have a tax code that is broken, it’s complicated, it’s inefficient and drives jobs overseas,” he said.

Second is the longterm spending problem.

He pushed for Medicaid and Medicare to be revamped. Boehner explained those programs were created when life expectancy was 66 years old and today it is over 80.

The third area that needs to be addressed is Tort Reform. He pointed out the cost of everything that is purchased is in-

creased by 10-15% to pay for nuisance lawsuits.

Fourthly, Boehner is pushing for a collaborative approach to regulations. The current approach is expensive for businesses. He said other countries have found collaborating is more practical and it works.

Educating children

is the final area the U.S. needs to concentrate on.

He pointed out businesses will come here if some of the others are met, but until we can educate more children instead of giving a diploma to kids that can’t read or write, we will never see a big influx of jobs to America.

According to Boehner, we

are only educating half of our children today. The same model that worked 20-30 years ago doesn’t work for all of the kids today.

Following his presentation, Boehner took time to answer questions from those present and posed for pictures with individuals.

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GHS Choir-O-Rama tickets on sale GREENVILLE – Reserved tickets for the 2014 Greenville High School Choir-O-Rama “Let’s Get Loud!” are on sale now. The ticket price is $7 for presale and $8 at the door.

Choir-O-Rama will be held on May 16, 7:30 p.m., May 17, 7:30 p.m. and May 18, 2 p.m., at St. Clair Memorial Hall.

Requests may be made by contacting Katie Netzley at 670-0063 after 5 p.m. or going to the High School ticket booth from 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m. daily.

Performing in this annual event are The Wavaires, Concert Choir, Men’s Choir, Women’s Choir, Girls Glee, Choraliers, senior ensembles and various spotlights showcasing

the talent.

The Wavaires will be performing selections from Maroon 5, Imagine Dragons, and some choral arrangements from the television show “Glee.” Concert Choir will be performing “Ho Hey” by the Lumineers, as well as the Pentatonix version of “Radioactive.” Girls Glee is singing a medley of songs from Adele, and a ballad by Miley Cyrus. The Choraliers are performing three songs, “Live While We’re Young”, “Give Your Heart a Break” and “When Can I See You Again.” Men’s Choir will be singing hits from Jackson Five, including “ABC” and “I Want You Back” while the Women’s Choir will entertain with a medley of songs

from the hit Broadway musical “Hairspray.”

The combined choirs will perform “Let’s Get Loud!” as the opening number and conclude with “I Was Here” and “When You Believe” from the motion picture “The Prince of Egypt.”

The event is directed

by Chelsea Whirledge with choreography by Brooke Jendrusik. The choirs are accompanied

by Judy Mills, and will feature Richard Kensinger on lights and Ben Hayes on sound.

Be sure to ‘Like’ Greenville High School Vocal Music Boosters on Facebook to receive the latest news about Choir-O-Rama, and ways to support the vocal music program at GHS and other events.

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ON YOUR MIND Readers Write

“Pot Candy” Homicide – Reefer Madness?

Marijuana: Inroad drug makes Golden Triangle rich.

Is “Reefer Madness” a legitimate defense for the Colorado man that shot his wife in the head after eating “pot candy”? The Defense will claim that the defendant was non compos mentis. But how could that be – 52% of Americans now believe that marijuana should be a legal substance? Perhaps the defendant had an impulse to kill his wife and ate the pot candy in the hope that its medicinal effect would ameliorate his homicidal impulse.

It failed! The prosecution could state that it was not “Reefer Madness” from a joint but “pot candy” – not exactly the kind of stuff you would find in Grandma’s cookie jar.

Ever since the days of the “Yellow Submarine” and “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” there has been a continuous push to promote the acceptance of marijuana as being as safe as or better than alcohol. The assumption that marijuana usage will displace alcohol is not supported by data.

Alcohol consumption has been increasing

continuously along with marijuana use, thereby compounding the social nightmare. The general public appears oblivious to the toxic pharmacology of THC and related compounds. The most recent studies at Northwestern University, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School describe the neural pathology and abnormal brain structure resulting from the usage of marijuana by those under age 30.

Law enforcement officials, either knowingly or unwittingly, have been a part of this propaganda by continuously labeling DUI incidents as being “drug or alcohol” when clearly in many cases absolutely no alcohol was present.

This leaves one with the impression that marijuana, cocaine, meth, and heroin are no different than our socially and legally accepted alcohol. This assumption is simply a case of the wolf disguising himself in sheep’s clothing.

The Golden Triangle – the intersection of the three Southeast Asian countries of Myanmar, Thailand and Laos –can soon look forward to being the Platinum Triangle based on rapidly escalating poppy (opium)

production. This region, that also manufactures methamphetamine as a side venture, can look forward to overtaking the major producer of opium in the world – Afghanistan.

During one of the longest wars in the United States history, Afghan poppy production has dramatically increased according to the UN Offices on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). While we have sustained 2,178 military deaths in Afghanistan at the hands of the Taliban, the innocent poppy has destroyed more lives and families than the Taliban on their most successful incursions.

The question we ask during the Easter season is: “Are we as a nation in the process of crucifying ourselves?

Without a market these scourges would wither away.”

The time is long past to put cannabis and poppies in their proper place in the ecosystem.

Cannabis for hemp (rope) and poppies for the seeds they produce for the wonderful poppy seed rolls we enjoy at Easter and other special occasions.

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2014 Farm Bill meeting a success VERSAILLES - A standing room only crowd of more than 400 people attended the 2014 Farm Bill meeting at Versailles Schools.

Attendees came from across Ohio and Indiana to hear from experts about how the bill will affect them.

Partners in sponsoring and hosting the meeting were: OSU Extension, Darke County; Farm Credit of Mid America; Ohio Ag Net – Ohio’s Country Journal; Versailles Ag Ed and FFA; USDA Farm Service Agency, Darke County; Ohio and Darke County Farm Bureau; and QBE NAU Crop Insurance.

Farm Credit of Mid America President and CEO, Bill Johnson, gave opening comments on the importance of the

meeting and the bill. He had in attendance with him more than 30 Farm Credit Leaders from the tri-state area.

Members of the panel discussing the bill were: Adam Sharp, Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; Jon Coppess, University of Illinois and Art Barnaby, Kansas State University.

Moderating the panel was Jeff Wuebker from Versailles.

Jon Coppess, a native of Darke County, brought to the panel a wealth of knowledge.

He previously served as the Administrator for the Farm Service Agency at the United States Department of Agriculture, and wrote a great deal of the commodity language before leaving Washington D.C. and going to the University of Illinois.

Survey responses following the meeting indicated over 500,000 acres of crop land was represented at the meeting and many of the participants indicated they may see an additional return to their farm as much as $10 per acre as a result of them attending the meeting.

A DVD of the meeting can be ordered by calling the OSU Extension, Darke County, office at 548-5215 or by contacting your Farm Credit representative.

For more information about OSU Extension, Darke County, visit the Darke County OSU Extension web site at www.darke.osu.edu, the OSU Extension Darke County Facebook page or contact Sam Custer, at 548-5215.

Simplifying college affordability Last w e e k , O h i o students started receiving their SHERROD financial BROWN aid packU.S. SENATOR a g e s , containing information about the grants, scholarships, and loans available to them. The rising cost of college tuition means that more students will have to navigate the sometimes confusing process of applying for student loans.

Many students end up graduating with costly student loans that prevent them from making other investments like buying homes, starting businesses, or going to graduate school. Some of these costs could be avoided if students and their families had clearer information about how the loan process works.

Two-thirds of student loan borrowers don’t know the difference between safer, affordable federal student loans and private student loans, which carry more risk and have higher interest rates. Private student loans often have variable interest rates which can rise at any time and they are ineli-

gible for federal forgiveness, cancellation or income-based repayment programs.

Despite these risks, most student borrowers don’t exhaust their federal loan options before choosing to take out private loans.

With the average debt for 2012 Ohio college graduates totaling almost $30,000, students and their families deserve to have clear information about their options when it comes to paying for college.

That’s why I cosponsored the Know Before You Owe Act. This legislation would require colleges to inform borrowers of any available federal student aid before issuing certification for a private loan and would require lenders to clearly state the difference between students’ financial assistance and their cost of attendance. Lenders would also have to send loan statements to borrowers every three months and submit an annual report regarding student loans to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The information that this act provides for students and their families will help them to make informed

decisions about paying for college.

While preventing students from being indebted with costly loans when more affordable options are available is critical, we must also help graduates with existing private student loan debt. Because private loans offer fewer payment options than federal loans, many graduates find themselves overwhelmed by their monthly payments. My Refinancing Education Funding to Invest for the Future Act (REFI) addresses this problem by authorizing the Treasury Department to incentivize banks to refinance private student loans.

Lowering the interest rates on private student loans would make students’ payments more affordable at no cost to taxpayers.

Higher education creates economic opportunity for Ohio’s students but student loan debt can create an unnecessary burden that can follow them through adulthood.

By reducing their student loan debt through clear information and lowered interest rates, we can ensure that Ohio’s graduates have a fair shot at the future.

I Hope They’re Better than Me Ryan’s World

by Ryan Berry Managing Editor One might think by the tone of my past columns I prefer to make light of the things my children do rather than praise them for their achievements in my writings. That would be the correct assumption. Where’s the humor in writing about the A my kid received in Algebra or the honor roll worthy report card both of my daughters brought home after the last grading period. Neither of which happened, but if it ever did I can guarantee there would be joyful laughter emanating from the Berry household on that day.

To my wife’s chagrin, my daughters are no better than me when it comes to school work. I was an average student and they have followed directly in my footsteps.

Now that I have grown older I realize the importance of education and want my kids to achieve more than I ever did. I didn’t set the bar very high so it shouldn’t take too much effort. Aside from each of the girls taking turns at being

grumpy, hating their parents because we grounded them and, my favorite, constantly fighting with each other, I have two really good kids. For 15minutes a day when they aren’t in one of the above categories, they are fun to be around.

As a parent, I get frustrated when they don’t reach their potential. I also get frustrated when they don’t listen, argue, lie, and smell bad.

But I also celebrate with them when they find something they are good at and excel.

My youngest daughter is part of a very good cheer squad and I had the opportunity (my wife made me go) to see her perform a few times this year. Even though cheer is not my thing, I was a proud daddy watching her do her thing. I was even more proud when she didn’t drop the girl she had to lift – even though her legs were a little wobbly a couple of times. For their efforts they won a few competitions, including nationals. I would say I taught her everything she knows, but I could never demonstrate how to jump up and do a toe touch. I can barely reach my toes when I bend over. I should make a

deal with her – I’ll pay for cheer if she clips my toe nails. Now that’s a real toe touch.

My oldest daughter is a freshman in high school and has done really well in track and field. I should clarify – my daughter has barely seen the track, let alone run on one. She has done really well in shot put and is starting to do a little better in discus.

I figured it would take her a year or two to be able to place in some of these events, but she has shown she can throw with some of those that have more experience.

To help her reach her full potential, we bought her a shot put and discus.

We also bought a $100 pair of throwing shows. I didn’t know such a thing even existed. The bottom of the shoes are slick, which helps her spin.

I suggested she use an old pair of tennis shoes that had been wore out.

It would have saved us a hundred bucks.

I’m not the greatest parent in the world and I’m sure I would never be asked to teach a parenting class, but my wife and I agree on our goal for our kids. They get tired of hearing it, but we want them to be better than us.

Reviewing state budget to maintain Ohio’s momentum Gove r n o r Kasich recently proposed his MidBiennial Budget JIM BUCHY Review, OHIO REPRESENTATIVE or MBR, w h i c h gives lawmakers a second look at the budget that was passed last year and allows us to determine where improvements can be made. Because of the vast size of the bill—surpassing 1,600 pages—the House rightfully decided to break it down into smaller components so that each separate issue can receive appropriate level of oversight and review.

Among the most important aspects of the governor’s plan is looking for ways to further reduce the burden on Ohio taxpayers, making it easier for families to meet their needs and freeing up more money for small business owners to create more jobs and expand

their operations.

Under Governor Kasich’s leadership and a continued commitment by the state legislature, we have been able to cut taxes for Ohioans, including the passage of last year’s state operating budget, which contained the largest year-to-year tax cut in the country. This has all happened while balancing the budget every year and adding to the state’s emergency reserve fund.

Most important to Ohio’s economic recovery is the creation of about 238,000 private sector jobs since January 2011—fifth in the nation and tops in the Midwest during that time period.

I believe that individuals are the best stewards of their money, and making it possible to keep more of it in their pockets leads to economic development, more jobs and stronger families.

Although we are only required to pass a budget once every two years, being able to review it every other year only enhances

our ability to work toward a system that makes Ohio more competitive to business owners and more attractive to people looking to raise a family.

The MBR also addresses critical issues related to education, agriculture, veterans and mental health and drug addiction. This is all the more reason to break the plan up into several smaller pieces and assign them to their corresponding committees.

As the House and Senate continue working toward implementing these reforms, I will do my best to keep the people of Darke, Auglaize, Mercer and Shelby counties informed. As always, I want to hear from the people of the district about the issues that you are most passionate about. Please share your ideas and concerns.

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Tips for dining out on Mother’s Day Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and this special holiday serves to honor all those women who devote so much time and effort to their families. While gifts and other trinkets are certainly part of the celebration, a vast majority of children opt to treat Mom to a night out on the town come Mother’s Day. Not only does this give mom a night off from cooking, but also it presents an opportunity to get dressed up and spend time together as a family.

A vast number of families travel to their favorite restaurants for Mother’s Day meals. Mother’s Day is one of the busiest holidays of the year for restaurants.

The National Retail Federation says 54.8 percent of Americans treat their mothers to a special meal out on Mother’s Day. Billions of dollars are generated by people eating out with their mothers. With large crowds to be expected, diners can follow a few tips when treating Mom to a meal. * Book early ... very

early. To guarantee a reservation at any restaurant, namely your favorite restaurant, you will need to make a reservation well in advance of Mother’s Day. It’s never too early to put your name on the reservation list. Don’t forget Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 11, 2014. * Expect to wait. Even with a reservation, you’re bound to spend some time waiting at the restaurant.

Other families may be lingering at their tables, as no one wants to rush Mom out of the door. Plan accordingly for a potentially long wait time. This means having a snack before you leave. Don’t arrive famished, as no one wants the dining party to be hungry and cranky, which is not a good way to celebrate Mom. Have plenty of snacks and drinks on hand for young children, as well as activities to keep them entertained. * Consider dining out a day before or after. Restaurants are generally packed on Mother’s Day, and as a result kitchen

and wait staffs might be overtaxed. What’s more, diners might be relegated to a special or abbreviated menu. If you want a more relaxed setting and the ability to order whatever you desire, it may be a better idea to celebrate Mother’s Day in advance.

Then have Mom enjoy a relaxing day at home on her special day. * Take-out is an option.

Families can treat Mom to a dinner out, without really having to go out. Many restaurants offer takeout service, so you will not be limited to pizza or Chinese.

Even chain restaurants have curbside service, so if Mom is in the mood for a burger or something more elaborate, she’ll have that option. * Expect an included gratuity. Restaurants often include a gratuity in the bill when servicing larger parties, such as those that might be celebrating Mother’s Day. The standard gratuity rate is 18 percent, but you may want to go above and beyond if you feel the service

Come spring, shoppers often ask, “What gift should I get Mom for Mother’s Day?” How do people transform the sentiments they have for their mother into

gifts that represent love and devotion? Buying a Mother’s Day gift is no easy task, especially for those who wait until the last minute to do their shopping.

Beginning early can ease the pressure of Mother’s Day shopping.

Research gift options at least a month prior so that you can read reviews on products and services to guarantee quality. You also want to make sure the gift will arrive on time if you will be ordering your gift online. Here are other ways to shop in a smart manner. * Do some sleuthing.

Play detective and take inventory of what Mom likes to do the most. If you ask your mother what she wants, she will likely brush off the question and tell you nothing. It is up to you to do the investigative work. Pay attention to conversations and see if there is anything she mentions wanting to try or something around the house that may need updating. Practical gifts are less likely to end up unopened in the basement or attic. * Check expiration dates. Gift certificates and cards for particular stores or services are popular come Mother’s Day. But it is essential to check expiration dates on the certificates or find gifts, as there is a good chance Mom will put off pampering herself and you would not want the gift to expire before she has a chance to use it. In compliance with the law, chain restaurant gift cards don’t expire for at least five years from purchase.

Those might be your safest bet. * Verify a business.

Although Mom may love a cute boutique that just opened, verify the

is exemplary. * Hire a sitter for young kids. Although Mother’s Day is a chance for the entire family to spend time together, the main goal is to ensure Mom’s comfort and happiness. If very young children are in tow, she may not be able to relax and enjoy her meal.

Infants will need to be fed, and toddlers may be easily distracted. Have a sit-

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There’s a good chance they will give you the item for the same price.

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Summer reading at Bradford Library

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GREENVILLE – Carefree Connections is family owned and operated in Greenville by sisters, Angie and Shelly Flory!

Carefree’s bus goers ride in style on a fleet of 56 passenger deluxe motor coaches.

They have fun playing games, watching movies, telling stories or just sitting back in their reclining chairs watching the countryside roll by.

Three lucky raffle winners receive a themed gift basket on every trip. Come alone, bring a friend or your whole family, we’re all friends enjoying life’s little adventures!

The sisters are excited to announce they have scheduled day and overnight bus trips at an affordable cost for

everyone in 2014! This spring they’re off to PutIn-Bay, Shipshewana Flea Market, The Wilds Open Air Safari, “Horse Capital of the World” Lexington, KY, Greenhouse & Winery in Hope, Ind., Alpaca & Dairy Farms in Bucyrus, and much more. Call Angie for a trip brochure or to reserve your seat, 4674547. Visit Carefree’s website, www.carefreeconnectiontours.com.

Carefree Connections spent two weeks on the warm beaches of sunny St. Petersburg, FL this past February. It was the perfect vacation. They’ll be heading there for their fourth consecutive year in February of 2015.

Call now to reserve your ocean view or poolside room.

BRADFORD – The Bradford Public Library has several events and activities for patrons and residents of the Bradford area.

Annual Plant Swap is scheduled for May 3, 10 a.m. Along with a large variety of free cuttings and different plants to choose from, a workshop session on “Perennials and Shade Gardening” will also be held at 10:30 a.m. Gardeners who are dividing plants this year and wish to bring in plants to give away, BPL will open at 9:30 a.m.

They have some very exciting events planned for the adults this summer. Anyone from the surrounding area is welcome to attend the function anytime between 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Raffle Tickets are on sale now for a variety of items that will be raffled off at noon on the day of the plant swap. Raffle items will

be ready to view April 21. Contact the library at 448-2612 for additional information.

The Summer Reading Program will kick off on May 10, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Parents can begin signing up their children any time May 10 or after at the public library.

They will also be at the Bradford’s Summer Rec Opening Day from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. to make it easier for families to take advantage of this exciting program. The entire focus will be on “Fizz, Book….Read!”

In addition to reading being a priority for younger to more mature patrons, they will be having hands-on workshops on a variety of activities in the areas of textiles, jewelry making, glass etching, Lego building and activities related to science, technology, engineering and math (S.T.E.M.).

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While she was there, she delivered a Star Spangled Gala Flag in recognition of their generous Silver Star sponsorship of Annie’s Star Spangled Gala fundraiser for the Garst Museum, 205 N. Broadway, Greenville, and The National Annie Oakley Center.

In addition to a raffle, Annie’s Star Spangled Gala will feature live and silent auctions and raffles. Edgetown Veterinary Clinic has donated gift certificates

for the gala. Additional prizes for the auctions will be available to view on-line after May 10. To purchase tickets for the Gala, call the Garst Museum. Tickets can also be purchased at the door the evening of the Gala.

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Kick-off Your Spring Gardening at the BRC Plant Sale May 6 & 7 Celebrate the gardening season at Brethren Retirement Community!

Our annual plant extravaganza returns with all your usual favorites, as well as several new offerings at our Spring Plant Sale on May 6th & 7th.

This annual event draws an enthusiastic crowd of plant-lovers seeking out the common and the unusual for their own gardens.

The flowers and plants for this wonderful event have been nurtured by Miller’s Greenhouse.

This sale allows a unique opportunity, providing healthy spring plants and unique planters and garden accessories, many of which can’t be found in ordinary garden centers. Chestnut Village Resident, Terry Thoreen, has donated his time and

talent and made several outdoor benches from recycled wood that came from headboards and old shelves. You won’t want to miss these unique items that would compliment your landscaping this year. Your purchase helps support our Eden Alternative fund, which is

used to care for our cats, birds, Eden Alternative educational programs and other items to make Brethren Retirement Community more homelike.

The Spring Plant Sale furthers our Eden Alternative mission to bring the garden experience

to our residents who can no longer venture out to garden centers and helps promote the appreciation of plants, gardens and nature while supporting a worthwhile cause with each purchase.

This year the plants and garden accessories will be placed outside, under the patio by the waterfall and on the lawn close to the waterfall.

Brethren Retirement Community recently held a very successful garage sale that generated $3,145 for our Eden Alternative Fund. The garage sale and plant sale are two of our annual events that are anticipated and enjoyed by our residents, staff and community. Many thanks to all who donated and purchased items and to those who worked our garage sale!

Volunteers Make A World Of Difference Brethren Retirement Community honored their volunteers with a special dinner on April 22, 2014. The 2013 volunteers were invited to be recognized for their dedication to the residents throughout the year.

John Warner, President and CEO, welcomed the group and thanked them for their generosity of time. They were greeted by world globes and aqua flowers on the tables as they were recognized for being “BRC Volunteers making a World of Difference in the lives of others” It was shared that 16,300 hours of volunteer time was given by over 196 volunteers in 2013. Brethren Retirement Community is appreciative and grateful for all those who come

new skills, gaining new insights and achieving a sense of accomplishment.

For many people, volunteer service is a special source of personal satisfaction and growth. You can develop creativity and expertise in areas of personal interest.”

and spend time with the residents. Anyone interested in volunteering at Brethren Retirement Community may contact Janet Ashworth, Coordinator of Volunteers at 937-547-7682.

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Spring String Recital May 15th, 3pm, Brick Room

May 6th and 7th, Front Patio

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May 16th, 2:45pm, Brick Room

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Annual Plant Sale May 7th, 1pm, Private Dining Room

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Memorial Service

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May 21st, 4pm, Meeting House

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Alzheimer’s Support Group

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May 8th, 2:30pm, Brick Room May 26th, 7pm, Chapel

Mother’s Day Program With Entertainment

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Mother’s Day Program With Entertainment By Connie Stachler

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Doris Shank, one of our Chestnut Village Residents, has a special place in her heart for Monarch butterflies and has been educating others to encourage them to grow milkweed to help preserve the beautiful Monarch butterflies, whose numbers are dwindling in North America. These beautiful butterflies are dependent on milkweed for their survival and many experts fear we could lose the monarch migration in our lifetime.

A nationwide shortage of their only larval food source – milkweed, has many caterpillars starving and dying when coupled with the widespread ap-

plication of pesticides. The Monarch’s migratory path from where they winter in Mexico to North America is blanketed by millions of acres of genetically modified crops broadcasting toxins designed to kill milkweed.

In North America, the Monarch numbers have been declining and in 2013, the Monarchs overwintering in Mexico before heading back to North America were counted to be 94% less than their 20 year record. This is considered to be a crisis situation. Two websites Doris recommends for more information are: www.

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Coffee and a Walk Down Memory Lane Chestnut Village recently held an event for the ladies, A Coffee Tasting that featured several different coffees and a wide variety of homemade treats to go with them.

The highlight of this event was “Vera’s Vintage Hat Show”. It was an amazing walk down memory lane! Not only is Vera a remarkable presenter, she not only demonstrated how to wear each hat in her collection but she also gave the history of each style hat and had a wealth of facts about the history of ladies hats. Her knowledge of the periods, associated hats and their stories, made her presentation a wonderful event for our

participants.

Vera has been a private collector for many years and has enjoyed her hunt for vintage hats. Her exquisite vintage millinery collection was beautifully displayed and each hat had gloves to match!

From Cloches to Pillbox to Derby Hats, there was an exquisite array of hats in this show and every decade held a tale of the past and evoked many fond memories. Many of our ladies wore a old hat that belonged to them or their mother. One of our residents wore the hat she was married in 72 years ago!

Needless to say, our ladies spent a wonderful afternoon that won’t soon be forgotten.

“Actually, we decided to move to Brethren Retirement Community 10 years before we moved in. Jesse was a physician in the area and took care of many patients here over the years and said it always had a good reputation and still does. Our two room apartment in assisted living is just right for us, the food is very good and we appreciate the cleanliness of the place. Brethren Retirement Community is beautiful and we enjoy the library and Senior FITness gym. The people here always have a smile on their face, are friendly and greet you and that is important to us. All in all, we and our children are happy that we are here. It gives everyone peace of mind that should we need help it is close by."

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CHURCH & SOCIAL

National Day of Prayer

Life Expo at Oakland COB

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GREENVILLE – Edgar D. Gruber, of 1354 Radcliffe Drive, Greenville, will turn 85 on May 2. He is looking forward to celebrating this special day with his wife, Joan of 63 years, his four children, 11 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.

The family would like to invite his friends to shower him with birthday greetings as he celebrates his birthday.

Happy Birthday

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BRADFORD – All are invited to Oakland Church of the Brethren, 8058 Horatio Harris Creek Road, 2 1/2 miles north of Gettysburg, for its first Congregational Life Expo and experience what Oakland has to offer. All aspects of Oakland Life will be represented. Each ministry team will greet you with information on how they are serving the church and beyond. Enjoy an evening playing euchre while listening to the music of many talented musicians. Meet the youth as they serve ice cream and popcorn. This fun filled event will take place on May 3, 6-8 p.m. For more information, call 448-2287 or visit www.oaklandchurch.org.

Chester Burns

Open House for Burns

Thanks to All To everyone who participated in making my 90th birthday extra special. I really appreciate receiving 152 cards and dinners out and gifts.

Thanks again, Marjorie Alexander

BRADFORD – There will be an open house honoring Chester Burns on his recent 80th birthday on May 4, 2-5 p.m., at Oakland Church of the Brethren, 8058 Horatio Harris Creek Road, Bradford. This open house was delayed from December due to his wife having surgery.

Chester was born Dec. 18, 1933 to the late Bertha and Truman Burns. He was raised on Etter Road at the old home place.

He attended Gettysburg School graduating in 1952. He farmed, worked at Martin’s Hatchery and retired in 199 from Whirlpool after 35 years of service. Chester would like to thank those that sent him birthday cards in December. Join family and friends in helping him celebrate. No presents please.

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ARCANUM – Darke County Emmaus will be holding its monthly gathering on April 27, 6 p.m., at Grace United Methodist in Ithaca. All are welcome to come to worship and fellowship.

There will be a reunion before the gathering at 5 p.m. from this past Men’s Walk to Emmaus. For more information or directions, call 692-6576.

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Junior High Vocal Music Department under the direction of Pamela Graves, will present its annual Spring Sing Concert on May 1. The Seventh Grade Choirs will be singing Cripple Creek, Rockin’ Robin and Footloose.

The Eighth Grade Choirs will be performing Unwritten, Let Me Ride, Pink Panther and I’ve Got the Music in Me. The entire company will combine to sing Cindy. Additional spotlight numbers will also be featured.

The concert will be held in Memorial Hall and begins at 7 p.m. Admission is free and doors will open to the public at 6:30 p.m.

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Local C&MA welcomes new associate pastor

GREENVILLE – Greenville Christian & Missionary Alliance Church is excited to announce the arrival of its new Associate Pastor, Shawn Harrison, and his family. New to the area, Shawn and his wife, Emily, have three kids: Gloria (12), Aidan (10), and Joshua (3). Since 2002, Shawn has been a full time youth pastor, working in churches in Indiana and Pennsylvania, where he was born and raised. He attended Taylor University, Fort Wayne, IN and graduated in 2009 with a BA degree in Pastoral Ministries.

In October 2013, Shawn became a licensed pastor with the Christian & Missionary Alliance denomination, and is currently working towards his ordination. At Greenville C&MA, Shawn oversees the children’s ministry, the newly developed student ministry (grades 6-12), the church’s Outreach Team, and leads a men’s discipleship group at his home. Shawn is also a leader with the local Youth for Christ chapter that meets at his church Monday nights from 7-9pm.

Shawn and Emily are

excited to be at Greenville C&MA, saying, “We know God has big plans for our church and the city of Greenville. We are pumped to be a part of what God is doing in and through His people.”

Besides spending time together with family and friends, Shawn and Emily both like meeting new people, missions, music, reading, and movies. Recently, Shawn published his first book for church leaders and families, “Ministering to Gay Teenagers,” by Group/SYM. He weekly writes his own blog and for other ministry outlets.

Shawn passionately invites everyone to “come and be a part of what’s happening at Greenville C&MA!” On Sunday mornings, the Adult Bible study meets at 9 a.m., and Worship begins at 10, with Kids Worship at 10:15 a.m. On Wednesday nights, a prayer gathering meets at 7 p.m., and on Thursdays, a men’s discipleship group meets at Shawn’s home. For more information about the church and events, call the office at 548-4955, and “Like” them on Facebook at Greenville C&MA Church.

GREENVILLE – On April 27, the Greenville Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, 306 Devor (behind Annie Oakley Statue) will be having a special “Be a Friend; Bring a Friend” to church. You will meet “Norman” through film and learn visually what God’s love is, and what their part in this journey is. Please plan to attend – come as you are; all welcome. For more information, call 548-4955.

Dean’s List DARKE COUNTY — Bowling Green State University has announced the undergraduate students who have been named to the fall semester Dean’s List for achieving grade point averages of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale.

Ansonia – Emily Berger Arcanum – Abigail Kuchar and Bethany Kuchar Greenville – Megan Foley and Claire Sherman New Weston – Kelly Marchal North Star – Megan Hemmelgarn Versailles – Allyson Grilliot, Amber Wehrkamp, Courtney Anderson, Kelsey Treon, Todd Hilgefort, Kelly Kueterman, Michael Wenig, Amanda Pohlman, Brittany Brand, and Eric Pothast Union City – Tyler Stewart

GREENVILLE – On May 1, the 63rd annual “National Day of Prayer” will be held across the United States with a local observance to be held at noon outside the Greenville City Building, 100 Public Square. The Greater Greenville Ministerial Association will be sponsoring the event

Church opens for National Day of Prayer GREENVILLE – St. Paul Lutheran Church, Fourth and Walnut Streets, Greenville, will have open sanctuary for private prayer and personal meditation on May 1, 1-7 p.m. This occasion coincides with the National Day of Prayer.

For more information, call Nancy Warner, 5487159, or the church office, 548-5770.

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GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School Class of 1956 will meet for lunch in the private dining room of Brethrens Home in Greenville from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Friday, May 9. They will be discussing the Fall picnic. For more information, contact Duane Shields, 548-3072.

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Local musician Joseph Helfrich will be leading in music while Greenville High School student Sarah Green will be singing the National Anthem.

The program, which lasts approximately 40 minutes, will include numerous clergy and community leaders who will be leading in prayer.

Those taking part include Greenville Mayor Mike Bowers, Darke County Commissioner Diane Delaplane, Common Pleas Court Judge Jonathan Hein, Military Veteran Delbert Braund Sr., JOY FM Host Rick Gutheil, John Schmidt

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OBITUARIES WILLIAMS – Gerald E. “Jerry” Williams, 79, of Greenville, died Sunday, April 20, 2014.

Funeral Services were held Thursday, April 24, 2014 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Abbottsville Cemetery.

PUTERBAUGH – Patricia A. Puterbaugh, 86, of Gettysburg, died Monday, April 21, 2014.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

ISENHOUER – David Henry Isenhouer, 97, of Versailles, died Friday, April 18, 2014.

A graveside service was held Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Brock Cemetery, Brock.

EBY – Norma E. Eby, 89, of Greenville, died Tuesday, April 22, 2014.

Services were held Friday, April 25, 2014 at the Bible Fellowship Church, Greenville. Burial is in Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison.

BEY – Larry J. Bey, 67 of Greenville, died Tuesday April 22, 2014.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday April 29, 2014, 10:30 a.m., at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 233 West Third St., Greenville.

Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends from 2-8 p.m. on Monday April 28, 2014 and from 9-10 a.m. on Tuesday at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home.

FETTERS

– David L. Fetters, 81, Veteran of Greenville, formerly of Painter Creek, died Tuesday, April 22, 2014. Funeral Services will be held 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Burial will follow in Mote Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends Monday from 5-8 p.m., at the funeral home.

The 2014 officers are Cassie and Gavin Bixler, Kerby Wilcox, Ronnie Richards, Brian Jones, Debbie Nisonger, and Dick Delk.

(Not pictured Trustee Dave Brumbaugh)

Honorary Achievement Award winners pictured with DCHHA officers: Debbie Nisonger, Judy Foureman, Kerby Wilcox, Jim Buchy, and Ronnie Richards

(Article and photos submitted by George Starks) GREENVILLE – The 2013 edition of Darke County harness racing was officially closed out Feb. 1 at the Greenville Elks.

Local drivers and horses were recognized with 12 classes of Standardbreds filling the bill, with all drivers and horses listed at the bottom.

Also, the election of officers were held as Kerby Wilcox was re-elected as the DCHHA president while his long running vice president, Ronnie Richards, stepped down with Gavin Bixler receiving the votes as the new vice to Wilcox.

Debbie Nisonger was re-elected as the association secretary with Cassie

As with any sport, there are highs and lows and Buchy touched on the passing of longtime driver, Chip Noble.

“Chip, like most of us in this room, grew up working in horse stalls,” Buchy pointed out. “He, like our own Gene Riegle, was the epitome of what it means to be ‘gentlemen’ in this sport. What they did by example, if we all emulate that, we will all have very successful careers. Chip gave tremendously to the sport and he raced practically every year in Darke County.”

After touching on Noble, Buchy went to the excitement of what’s happening in the sport, starting with the Sire Stakes.

“In 2011, the Sire Stakes finals in Ohio was $75,000,” Buchy stated. “In 2012 it was $100,000 and in 2013, it

SPENCER – Robert “Bob” Spencer, 69, of Dayton, formerly of Bradford, died Wednesday, April 23, 2014. A Funeral Service will be held Monday, April 28, 2014, 10:30 a.m. at Stocker-Fraley Funeral Home, Bradford. Interment is at Miami Memorial Park Cemetery, Covington.

The family will receive friends Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at the funeral home.

KARN

– Paul E. Karn, 94, GreenVeteran ville, died Wednesday, April 23, 2014. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2014, 10 a.m. at Castine Church of the Brethren.

Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Ft. Jefferson. Friends and family may visit on Friday, May 2, 2014, 5-8 p.m. at Braund Pope Funeral Home, New Madison.

Lifetime Achievement Award winners are Dick Holsapple and Carl Wade

Horsemen hold annual awards banquet Bixler elected as the treasurer.

Richards, along with Dave Brumbaugh were elected as the new three year trustees.

Ohio State Representative Jim Buchy, longtime member of the Horseman’s Association, along with Judy Foureman, secretary/treasurer of the Ohio Colt Racing Association were awarded Honorary Achievement awards. Dick Holsapple and Carl Wade were honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards.

Buchy served as the keynote speaker for the evening.

“There is no county fair in Ohio that is better for racing than Darke County,” said Buchy. “We are the MECCA of harness horse racing in the state and it’s only going to get better.”

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was $150,000. This year, it will be $200,000 so it’s just unbelievable right now with how fast we’re coming and that’s with Scioto Downs being the only track open. When the other three get to running, lookout! It’s only going to get better. We had a big influx of cash last year and we got another infusion this year.

Our goal for The Little Brown Jug is to get to a million or a million and a half dollars as fast as possible. If we can get there, the best horses won’t skip it. I don’t care what” Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association General Manager Jerry Knappenberger was also present and gave an update on racing in Ohio It was just over a week ago when the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association had its annual Banquet.

At that banquet, Hall of Fame Driver John Campbell was one of the guest speakers.

Buchy quoted Campbell saying, “As horsemen, we can’t take this phase, the new influx of money, without promoting the product. The gaming companies aren’t going to promote horseracing,” said Buchy. “They have their hands full promoting their own product so we have to do that.

Our number one priority should be to promote a product that is competitive, exciting and one that offers multiple betting opportunities. Let’s face it, the more money that’s spent, the more money that comes back to the horsemen.”

Buchy also spoke about rules that have been on the books for quite some time that the commission has started

Shown are the horsemen winning awards at the annual banquet.

to force.

“Kicking horses, leaning back and other things need to stop and the commission in Columbus is enforcing these rules,” Buchy pointed out. “We have to keep the illegal drugs out of the barns.

We have to put the finest product on the track and when we do, we will grow. The betting handle was up at Scioto and we have obtained new fans to the sport. They were coming over from the racino to the track by the droves. When Monroe, Dayton and Northfield are running, the people are going to come. We got competitive races and bigger purses. We are going to get better.

If we don’t have an honest product on the track, we’re going to lose the fans as fast as we got them. It’s that simple.

If we do our jobs in the barns and on the track, we’ll be the powerhouse we once were. Not only in Ohio but right here in Darke County, just like we’ve always been.”

The 2014 Spring Matinee will be held on May 18, starting at noon.

According to Wilcox, the 2013 Matinee featured 120 horses with 22 heats being contested.

Again in 2014, the Horsemen will be selling chicken dinners. Wilcox said in 2013, there were 280 dinners sold.

Top horses in 2013: 2 year old Colt pace; Cherokeewowowillie Owned by Indian Creek Farms and trained by Kent Wilcox 2 year old Filly Pace; Miss Metro Fitz - Owned

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Trained by Katie Dircksen 3 year old Colt Trot; Futuristic Bride – Owned and trained by Jeff Bolyard Aged Horse Pace; Charley’s Fastcat – Owned by Indian Creek Farms and trained by Kent Wilcox Aged Mare Pace; Sugar Foot – Owned by Gavin and Brad Bixler and trained by Gavin Bixler Aged Horse Trot; Online Auction – Owned by Jeff Bolyard and trained

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The Old West High School was located where today’s Memorial Hall is. The school was moved to a nearby location on Central Avenue on the same block to prepare for the construction of St. Clair Memorial Hall from 1910-1912.

The Brain Bee team was begun in 1964 by radio station WDRK. It was based on the TV series College Bowl. It pitted the top academics from local schools. The Greenville team was Carolyn Toy, Frances Dorris, Greg Reck and Dwaine Blumenstock.

GHS Alumni Open House is set for May 5 GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School Alumni Association will have its sixth annual Open House on May 5, at the GHS Cafeteria. The event is free and will be held from 6:30-9 p.m.

There is no program and it is a walk through event with free refreshments.

Friends of GHS and staff members are invited, too.

This is a chance for GHS alums to reconnect with their past. They have over 100 tri-fold cardboards with pictures from all 103 Chief Yearbooks. Last year they showed the boards with all 18,000+ senior photos from the yearbooks of 1911 to 2013, all scanned and all in one place. This was a first

time showing the senior picture of everyone who has graduated in the past 102 years. This year they will have all of these boards back, due to popular demand. There are also specialized boards dealing with GHS clubs, sports, music, classes, teachers, post cards and school pictures, and other subjects. There will be 100-year listings of Homecoming Court members, Raudabaugh award winners, Prom Courts and themes, Student Council and NHS presidents, senior class officers, valedictorians, salutatorians, head ushers, winter sports festival courts, marching band field commanders, drum majors, athletic hall of fame, yearbook editors

viting Veterans to join them for a round table discussion led by Tom Mendenhall as they reflect on the life of the soldier and the family at home. Come and sit and share your story or listen to others.

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Shown is the 1926 girls soccer team. This team organized to play one game, against Versailles, which ending in a 0-0 score. The first GHS boys soccer team was fielded in 1984.

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This covers from the first graduation in 1873 through 2013.

Versailles Museum plans special events VERSAILLES – The Versailles Museum is excited about its newest activity held the last Monday of each month at 1 p.m. These gatherings are designed for their “senior” friends who will enjoy various activities from picture identification, to Village Trivia, to the occasional guest speaker.

On April 28, they will reminisce about days in the military. As we approach another Memorial Day they are in-

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All proceeds will be used to maintain the Dog Park “Scentral Park,”

on April 27 when they will travel with another Versailles author as they welcome Bill Schutte to share his book “The Mountain Slayer; A Journey on the Appalachian Trail.”

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While at AHS she has not only educated many students, but has also been an active member of the staff, serving as SADD club adviser for 20 years, as well as Academic Team adviser, and on a new roll through the Darke County Educational Service Center as the Career Mentorship Program Coordinator and will continue with this position in her retirement. Jean will also continue to pursue her gardening and traveling. She is looking forward to sharing her retirement with her family that includes Victoria and Joe Martin and their children Ryan and Kamryn and also Rachel and Jeff Francis and their daughters Madilyn and Parker Francis,

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as well as her parents and sister in Kentucky and numerous nieces and nephews.

In celebration of this milestone, her family is hosting an open house celebration on May 10, at the Wayne Trail Historical Society building, 123 W. George St., Arcanum, from 2-5 p.m.

Any friends, colleagues or former students are invited to drop by and offer their best wishes – your presence is the only gift requested.

Chicken BBQ HOLLANSBURG – The Hollansburg Community Volunteer Fire Dept. invites the public to its annual chicken BBQ on May 3. Serving time begins at 11 a.m. and will end whenever they run out of chicken.

Chicken dinners will be $7 w/sides and drink.

Chicken halves will be $3.50 w/no sides. There will be a fireman’s boot drive to raise money for needed equipment.

Come out and support your local fire department. The Hollansburg Fire Dept. is a 501c3 non-profit organization.

For more information, call Tracy Brown 9972209, email hollansburgfire@gmail.com.

They have been providing fire protection since 1894. Hollansburg was the first rural motorized volunteer fire department in the USA.

GREENVILLE – Members of the Darke County Photography Club will teach a photography workshop on May 3, noon to 2 p.m. at the Greenville Public Library. Jeannie Grosch invites everyone to attend this free class and learn such skills as basic camera use; what the dials mean and how to change settings; little things to make a better picture; composition, lighting, and depth of

field - all in simple layman‘s terms.

She asks participants to bring their own cameras, a flash drive, and a few of their own pictures. Because seating is limited, call the library at 548-3915 to reserve a place. This date also marks the start of a photo contest “Faces of the Library” - come and hear more about the contest!

The Photo Club meets at 7 p.m. on the third

Scholarship for healthcare studies GREENVILLE – The Darke County Foundation (formerly named the HOPE Foundation) is offering a scholarship to a student who is currently in college and is pursuing a degree towards a healthcarerelated profession. Applicants for the Lori Michelle Williams Scholarship must be graduates of a Darke County high school.

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available online at www.darkecountyfoundation.org or may be obtained by e-mailing the Darke County Foundation office at cprakel@darkecountyfoundation.org. Completed applications must be postmarked by June 13.

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Local students include Cameron Fisher of Arcanum, Nicholas Venenga of Greenville, Cassondra Cummins of New Madison, Thomas Lange of Osgood, and Jessica Barga of Versailles.

~Arcanum’s Old Fashioned Days~ Little Miss & Mr. Yesteryear Pageant Saturday May 17, 2014 The Arcanum Area Business Association (AABA) is seeking contestants for the 18th annual “Little Miss & Mr. Yesteryear Pageant” scheduled for Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 12:30pm immediately after the Arcanum’s Old Fashioned Days parade. The event will be held at the Veteran’s Memorial Park in downtown Arcanum.

Contestants must be 3-7 years of age as of the date of the pageant.

Contestants will be judged by a panel of three judges on poise (30%), personality (40%), and costume (30%). Costumes should be of an “old fashioned” theme and will be judged based on creativity. Final registration will take place at 11:30am (at the conclusion of the parade) behind the stage. However, contestants must be pre-registered to participate (mail-in application). Each contestant will receive a special gift for participating in the event. In addition, trophies will awarded to the 1st and 2nd runners up. The Little Miss and Little Mr. will be awarded a crown, sash, and trophy. All participants are invited to participate in the Old Fashioned Days parade. Yes Deere Hair & Nail Boutique will provide the float for everyone to ride on. All participants that wish to ride should meet at the Arcanum School to load onto the float at 10:30am, and we will be dropped off at the pageant stage after the parade. All parents should meet us behind the stage in Veterans Park to register and prepare your child. The pageant will start promptly at 12:30pm. The AABA will ask for your child to also participate in the Halloween parade in October, if they are chosen as the 2014 Little Miss or Little Mr. Yesteryear, and it will be up to the winners to provide that parade entry. Local newspapers may publish photos of the Little Miss & Mr. Yesteryear contestants in ads the week of Arcanum’s Old Fashioned Days or the weeks following the pageant.

To register for the pageant, return the application below to: Yes Deere Hair & Nail Boutique, LLC 7820 Alternate State Route 49 Arcanum, OH 45304 937-692-6245 or 937-286-8330 Open Tuesday through Saturday Deadline: Applications must be received by Friday May, 9th at 6:00pm _______________________________________________________ Contestants Name: _________________________________ Age____ Parents/Guardians Name: _________________ Phone#____________ Costume Description: _______________________________________ Favorite Food: ________________ Favorite Color:_________________ What do you want to be when you grow up? ____________________ _________________________________________________________

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always set goals and strived to achieve them.

She passed away during her senior year at the University of Cincinnati, where she was studying to be a nurse. In endowing this scholarship, the Williams’ family hopes to help others achieve the goals that Lori had set for herself.

The Darke County Foundation receives, manages and distributes charitable gifts for the benefit of the community. More than 60 named funds provide scholarships to Darke County students and grants to local nonprofit organizations.

For more information about the Darke County Foundation, call 5484673 or visit www.darkecountyfoundation.org.

MU graduates DARKE COUNTY PITSBURG – The students of the month for January from Franklin Monroe are Kyle Ressler and Grace Zimmerman. These students were chosen for their scholarship, service and the positive influence they exert in the Franklin Monroe community. Each student will receive a certificate and a coupon for a free meal from Vint’s, the Franklin Monroe sponsor for Students of the Month.

– Miami University awarded 856 degrees to students during fall commencement exercises Dec. 13. Among those earning degrees were Darke County students, Alyssa Batten, of Ansonia, and Angela Kimball, of Arcanum.

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HOME IMPROVEMENT

Natural fertilizers are loaded with nutrients and minerals

Lawn and garden enthusiasts know a handful of items are essential to maintain a healthy landscape. Water, sunshine and the proper nutrients all work in concert to promote a healthy lawn.

Although nutritional material is inherent in the soil, many gardeners feel soil must be amended with some sort of fertilizer to give plants a healthy boost.

All-natural fertilizers are growing in popularity, and home gardeners have a variety of such products at their disposal.

Ambitious homeowners can even create their

own all-natural fertilizers from items around the house. Organic fertilizers, or those that are derived from living organisms and not manufacturered through chemicals, can provide sufficient nutrients and minerals to grow healthy plants.

Bone meal In order to store energy and reach maturity, plants need phosphate.

This mineral is released over a long period of time from finely ground rock.

However, a faster way to supply it to the landscape is through bone meal.

Bone meal is a mixture of finely and coarsely ground

animal bones that are a waste product from meatprocessing plants. Adding bone meal to soil is one of the most effective ways to increase phosphorous levels.

Manure The waste from herbivores (animals that feed on grass), including rabbits, horses and cows, can make super fertilizers.

Some gardeners shy away from manure because they believe it to be an odoriferous, dirty product. The best produced manures are allowed to compost for at least nine months and are mixed with hay or straw. They should not

Getting your garden off to a good start

As winter slowly winds down, many gardeners cannot wait to soak up the springtime sun and get their hands dirty in the garden. Such excitement is not just good for gardeners, but can benefit the garden in the months to come as well.

Late winter or early spring is a great time to get a head start on the gardening season. Even if gardening season is still around the corner, completing the following projects can ensure your garden gets off on the right foot.

Clear debris One of the best things you can do for your garden as winter winds down is to clear it of debris. Winter can be especially harsh on a landscape, and gardens left to the elements are often filled with debris once spring arrives. Dead leaves, fallen branches, rocks that surfaced during the winter frost, and even garbage that might have blown about in winter winds can all pile up in a garden over a typical winter. Clearing such debris likely won’t take long, but it’s a great first step toward restoring the garden before the time comes to plant and grow the garden once again.

Examine the soil Soil plays a significant role in whether a garden thrives or struggles. Examining the soil before the season starts can help gardeners address any issues before they plant.

Ignoring the soil until a problem arises can turn the upcoming gardening

produce an offensive odor and will provide plants with a host of nutrients.

Never use manures from meat-eating animals, like dogs, cats or humans. Feces can harbor a lot of bacteria, which can be transfered to the garden soil.

Fish and seaweed Improving soil nutrients may be as simple as looking to the ocean or other bodies of water.

Fish emulsion, a mixture of ground fish and water, is a good nitrogen source.

Nitrogen gives plants the energy to grow. Seaweed, which is actually a type of algae, contains the primary nutrients that plants need in order to thrive, including phosphorous, nitrogen and potassium.

It also serves as a food for natural bacteria that break

compost from discarded materials. Compost is one of the most widely used soil amendments in vegetable gardens. Yard refuse, fruit and vegetable peelings, eggshells, coffee grounds, and other items can be added to a compost pile. Natural bacteria will slowly break down these materials into a product dubbed “black gold.” Compost can be mixed into soil before planting and used as a dressing after plants have been established.

Gardeners can experiment with different ratios of fertilizer to create a mix that enhances the soil.

Test the soil to determine which, if any, nutrients the soil is lacking so the fertilizer can be adjusted accordingly.

Arcanum Garden Club plans spring plantings season into a lost opportunity, so test the soil to determine if it has any nutrient or mineral deficiencies. This may require the help of a professional, but if a problem arises, you might be able to adjust the acidity or alkalinity of the soil and still enjoy a successful gardening season.

Another way to examine the soil is less complex but can shed light on when would be a good time to get back to work. Reach into the soil and dig out a handful. If the soil quickly crumbles, you can start preparing for gardening seasoning. But if the soil is still clumped together, it needs more time to dry out before you can begin your prep work.

Initiate edging Edging is another task gardeners can begin as they get ready for the season. Edge plant and flower beds, but be sure to use a spade with a flat blade or an edger designed to edge flower beds. Such tools will cut deep enough so grass roots that may eventually grow into the flower bed are severed.

Depending on how large a garden is, edging can be

a time-consuming task, so getting a head start allows homeowners to spend more time planting and tending to their gardens once the season hits full swing.

Fight weeds Though weeds likely have not survived the winter, that does not mean they won’t return once the weather starts to heat up. But as inevitable as weeds may seem, homeowners can take steps to prevent them from turning beautiful gardens into battlegrounds where plants, flowers and vegetables are pitted against unsightly and potentially harmful weeds. Spring is a good time to apply a pre-emergent weed preventer, which can stop weeds before they grow.

Though such solutions are not always foolproof, they can drastically reduce the likelihood of weed growth.

Though gardeners might not be able to start planting their gardens in late winter or early spring, they can still get outside and take steps to ensure their gardens thrive once planting season begins.

ARCANUM – The Arcanum Garden Club held its January meeting at the Arcanum Library.

Roll call was answered to identifying a flower received for Christmas.

A new member, Tasha Anderson, was presented with a rose. The club also acknowledged the death of Honorary Member Lucy Lenhert Brubaker.

A book will be donated to the library in her memory. Fifteen Poinsettias were delivered to area shut-ins, which were much appreciated. During the meeting, plans were discussed for the plaques to be installed at Generations Square. The delicious brunch was served by Barbara Byrnes and Amy Jeffers. Following the meeting, the club undecorated the library.

Decorations through the town are their gift to the community.

The February meeting of the Arcanum Garden Club was held at Shawnee Prairie Preserve.

The hostesses for the meeting were Linda Schweiterman and Vickie Brown. Valentine decorations and very delicious cheesecakes were enjoyed by the club. The speaker for the meeting was Robb Clifford, naturalist with the Darke

There are ways to repair your dead grass A patch of dead grass on an otherwise lush lawn can be a frustrating eyesore for homeowners.

Whether lawn care is your passion or just something you do to maintain the value of your home, dead grass can be exasperating.

But as unsightly as dead grass can be, addressing it and restoring the dead patches can be somewhat simple. Before you can restore grass, however, you must first identify the source of the problem. Grass often dies because of urine damage, which is typically characterized by a dead spot surrounded by otherwise green grass. Grub infestation might be at fault when dead grass appears, and such an infestation often produces patches of light brown grass that are scattered throughout the lawn. It’s also possible that dead grass is a result of human error. If your lawn was overfertilized, then patches of graygreen grass may appear.

Fungal disease is another common culprit behind dead grass, and such disease can manifest itself in different ways. Once you have identified why the grass is dead, which may require the help of a professional, then you can begin to treat your lawn.

Urine damage Urine damage is often limited to a particular area of the grass where your family pet routinely

down nutrients into the soil, making them easier for plants to absorb.

Worms Earthworms are vital to soil health. They burrow and wiggle around in the dirt, helping to aerate the soil. But the castings, or waste, of the worms also provide valuable nutrients to the soil. The castings contain beneficial microorganisms from the worms’ digestive system that help break down organic matter into a form that plant roots can use.

Many gardeners participate in vermicomposting, or farming worms in order to use their castings as fertilizer.

Compost Compost can also be used as fertilizer. Gardeners can make their own

relieves itself. Once a particular patch of grass has worn down, the pet may move on to another spot.

But if you quickly notice a dead spot due to urine damage, you can train the animal to urinate elsewhere, limiting the damage it causes. When repairing the grass, dig a hole that’s roughly four inches deep and fill it with fresh soil until it’s level with the soil surrounding the dead patch. Then you can sprinkle seed on top of the freshly laid soil and water the spot. Grass should grow in and stay green so long as you prevent further urine damage.

Insect damage Addressing dead spots caused by insect damage can be a little more complicated, and some homeowners may prefer to hire a professional. If you want to handle the problem on

your own, apply pesticide to the affected areas so the insects behind the problem are killed. Once the insects are no more, cut the grass, raking the affected area to remove the dead grass and any additional debris. Scatter grass seed over the affected areas and then apply an appropriate fertilizer and water immediately.

Professionals may know just the right fertilizer for your lawn, so even if you want to go it alone, visit a local lawn care center to ask for advice about addressing your particular problem.

Fertilizer damage Fertilizer damage can also prove difficult to address, as applying fresh seeds too soon can kill any freshly growing seedlings.

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His talk was on Bees and their importance to our society. This was very informative. Information was given on having bee hives in our backyards.

Jason Stephan, principal at Arcanum Butler Schools spoke on the upcoming “Serve Arcanum” that will be May 2. This project is a gift to the community by

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LOCAL End of Life: the inevitable Elephant in the Room

SUNDAY, april 27, 2014

BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR GREENVILLE – “The parents were told their baby wouldn’t live when she was born,” said Mindy Stebbins. The baby’s lungs were not developed enough to survive on its own. “Through hospice they were able to bring her home and hold her for four days.” Hospice is not only for those nearing the end of life, it is also for their family members.

Stebbins, community liaison for State of the Heart Hospice in Greenville, talked to Kiwanis

of Greenville members and guests about the “Elephant in the Room.”

“When is the time… how far do you go?” she asked. Stebbins noted a poem she’d handed out about the “big elephant” that has “hurt us all.” The process is dying. It happens to everyone. Can you talk about it? If so, when?

Her presentation involved the steps in the process. “More than 90 percent of people think it’s important to talk to loved ones about their wishes.

Less than 30 percent do

it.” She also noted over half say they don’t want their family burdened with tough decisions when they pass away, yet the same number do exactly that. Most people want to die at home; most people end up dying in a hospital, nursing home or long-term care facility. They say it’s important to talk to their doctor about end-of-life care, yet they don’t do it; and they say it’s important to put their wishes in writing… but don’t do it. End-oflife is the Elephant in the Room.

Volunteers give Boys and Girls Club a new look

BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR GREENVILLE – The Greenville Sherwin-Williams store celebrated National Paint Week by giving back to the community. Heather Ellis, asst. manager, and Tanna Fyffe, employee, spent three days repainting a portion of the Greenville Boys & Girls Club, 613 S. Broadway, Greenville. Sherwin-Williams provided the paint, supplies and manpower to complete the project and paint the lobby, interior doors and steps of the facility.

According to Heather and Tanna, the lobby went from an off-white color to a more vibrant, youthful look. An assortment of colors, including aqua, purple, orange and canary yellow, were used to make the room come alive. Heather pointed out most kids want these colors for their bedrooms, but their parents won’t let them have them.

Helping out the community is nothing new for Sherwin-Williams and its employees. The company

Tanna Fyffe and Heather Ellis display a couple of the walls they painted for the Greenville Boys & Girls Club. (Ryan Berry photo)

finds a different project to work on every year. Last year, the local store repainted the Darke County Humane Society. The district stores recently came together to help a church catering to the homeless in downtown Dayton.

Across the country, Sherwin-Williams employees are painting historical landmarks, baseball fields, Habitat for Humanity Houses, churches, schools, and more.

Spring into action and save a life GREENVILLE – This spring, spring into action with the Darke County Red Cross. Scheduling a meeting, family reunion, mother’s day gathering or party? Start the event with a short lesson that could save a life. Learn CitizensCPR, the handson only CPR, in just 30 minutes and then kick off the party.

What a great way to get together a regular group of friends, your organization, your staff, a Sunday school class, family or your clients.

Most people who survive a cardiac emergency were helped by a bystander.

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There is no written testing for CitizensCPR. It’s an introductory class, without the learning of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation or AED usage. A trained instructor is provided and practice will be given on a special compression tool to insure that each participant is comfortable and skilled in hands-on CPR before the party is complete.

All you need is an open room, a few guests and some food or drink for after the class. Participants are floor taught with accommodations

made for those with knee issues.

Another class that can be taught in 30 minutes is Disaster Preparedness planning with a Make-ItTake-It Kit. This is a service of the Darke County Red Cross and a fundraiser. Donations for the party help to support the mission of the Red Cross. This party class does not qualify for CPR certification needed for work or school.

Contact director Lynne Gump at Lynne.

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Stebbins told the group preparations are as simple as following the steps in a Conversation Project. Think about it; write a letter to yourself, a loved one, a friend.

Disagreement is okay; better now than during a medical crisis. Make your wishes known, including when to stop life-saving procedures.

She noted hospice was not just to help those with their end-of-life wishes but also the family. “We offer bereavement support for family members… the loss is es-

pecially tough for siblings and children.”

State of the Heart Hospice serves 130-140 people in its 12-county radius. Nearly half (55) are from Darke County.

“MediCare rules are specific about when someone can benefit from hospice care,” Stebbins said. “You can either get care in a skilled nursing facility or you can get hospice. You can’t do both.”

One area she currently focuses on is working with physicians to help their patients when endof-life is near. “Doctors

went to medical school to learn how to save a life… right?”

She referenced a statement in a packet she handed out to Kiwanians… “Working at a hospice, I asked a woman, ‘what’s it like to know that you are dying?’ She responded, ‘what’s it like pretending that you aren’t’?”

Stebbins has been with State of the Heart Hospice for three years.

The local office is located at 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville.

May 3 EZ-ID event a Moose Lodge “Thank You”

BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR GREENVILLE – “A video will be taken and fingerprints scanned electronically; there will also be still shots taken… front, left, right, back. They (the parents) get a CD. If it’s ever needed, they have it to take to the sheriff.”

Ed Floyd, volunteer member of the Greenville Moose Lodge No. 329, was explaining to volunteers how the May 3 “EZ-ID” event was going to work.

It will be conducted from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.; later if necessary to take care of all participants. “There will be four machines off to the right for kids; two to the left for seniors.

We’ll be separating the seniors from the small children. We can always shift a computer to either side if the balance of kids and seniors is different than expected.”

Floyd, who has been planning the event for weeks, confirmed all Greenville schools, plus Montessori, EUM, St. Marys and the Darke County YMCA, will be promoting it. He hopes county school districts will also get involved. Participating will be the Darke County Sheriff’s Department, Greenville Police, Fire and Township EMS, and the Darke County Red Cross, Emergency Management and Veterans Service. He also thanked the local business community for its support.

Floyd expects 500-600 participants; they will get a free lunch of hot dogs, chips, cookie and drink.

Special guests for the kids include Rage, Rocko and Sparkey the fire dogs, McGruff the crime dog

An expected 217 kids and dads line up for Woodland’s first official ‘Donuts with Dads’ as part of its Watch DOGS program.

(Bob Robinson photo)

Two youngsters enjoy donuts before heading out to the playground to ‘wear out’ their dads. (Bob Robinson photo)

BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR GREENVILLE – “We certainly couldn’t do it,” said one dad as he watched his daughter on the playground at Woodland Heights Elementary School. This activity was the “norm” for teachers for kindergarten through second grade… constant movement, activity and interaction requiring constant vigilance. Another

slides with his child.

According to Lisa Maher, Woodland assistant principal, 217 dads and students were signed up for the April 10 event.

While it had been held sporadically in the past, this was the first official one with their Watch DOGS program (Dads of Great Students). She thanked the dads and the volunteers who helped with the event, and espe-

Moose volunteer Vicki Yount does a mock photo set of Woodland Heights student Autumn Duplessis as her grandfather, Lincoln Polling, looks on. (Bob Robinson photo)

Yount also does a mock photo set for seniors with volunteer Robert Cox. (Bob Robinson photo)

and Tommy the Moose.

CareFlight is expected to be on hand Noon to 2 p.m.

There will be entertainment outside, weather permitting, and raffle drawings. EZ Child/Elderly ID System is a joint project of the Safe Surfin’ Foundation and Moose International. The Greenville Moose Lodge is located at 1200 Sweitzer Street, Greenville. Overflow parking will be through fairgrounds Gate 6 on Edison Road. You’ll be able to

park behind the Moose Lodge.

The machines won’t arrive until just before the event, but volunteers Vicki Yount, Lincoln Polling, Autumn Duplessis and Robert Cox did a mockup to show the simplicity of the process. Floyd said the whole procedure shouldn’t take more than 10 minutes.

“It’s all about the kids and seniors,” he added.

“It’s our way to give back to the community.”

Most dads gave their kids a good ride on the swings; not many were willing to take on the slide like this one. They did it twice… the second time for the camera. (Bob Robinson photo)

First ‘Donuts with Dads’ warms the heart dad said “I don’t know… maybe at one time. Every day? Not anymore.”

Without exception dads were impressed with Woodland’s inaugural ‘official’ Donuts with Dads night. “This gives us a good chance to get outside and play… see what they do,” said one. Another was caught going down a slide with his daughter.

A granddad said he wasn’t getting anywhere near the

cially Eikenberry’s IGA for the donuts.

Chief Watch DOG Tom Warner said he’d had nothing but positive comments from everyone who has joined the Watch DOGS. “All the dads come in and say the same thing… ‘I had no idea; I’ll be back.” His group is pushing 30 volunteers.

Warner watched as the kids stuffed down donuts, drained their or-

ange drink and headed to the playground, “with dads and grandpas being dragged behind,” he said.

Most of the dads stood in the middle of the playground equipment watching their kids. “Pretty cool,” one of them said.

“This is great for the kids.”

Another noted it was good quality time, then added with a half smile: “They wear you out.”

The most popular at-

traction for dads with their sons and daughters was the swing. While most watched in amazement with comments like “this makes me feel old,” others were pushing their children to greater heights on the swings than they had ever achieved during a regular school day.

Watching from a distance, Maher said with a smile… “Look at this. It warms my heart.”

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MISSIONARY Greenville Missionary Church 1110 N. Broadway, Greenville 937-548-1842

Pleasant View Missionary Church

5231 Gettysburg Pitsburg Rd. Greenville, 447-3885 ---------------------------------------------

www.johnstonchiropractic.net

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Beamsville Christian Church 6102 Beamsville-Union City Rd. Greenville 547-0009

Calvary Bible Church

9462 State Route 571, Arcanum 947-1978

True Life

5990 State Route 36, Greenville 548-3558

Living Waters Ministries 102 W Main St., Versailles 526-4567

Northside Community Fellowship 623 Spring St., 548-8965

Rosehill Country Church

St. Rt. 49 and McFeeley-Petry Rd, Rosehill

Versailles Christian Church 105 W Ward St., Versailles 937-526-4194

The Hillgrove Federated Church

1009 Hillgrove Woodington Rd., Union City, 968-6332

Congregation Anshe Emeth Jewish Synagogue

ODDS & ENDS HANDYMAN ODD JOBS Small Electrical Carpentry • Plumbing Repairs

Ask for Steve

I offer a Senior Discount

937-689-5672

Caldwell St., Piqua, 937-547-0092 ---------------------------------------------

PENTECOSTAL Faith Apostolic Lighthouse

332 W Payton St, 765-628-3299 ---------------------------------------------

PRESBYTERIAN First United Presbyterian Church

114 E. Fourth St., 937-548-3188 ---------------------------------------------

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST - UCC St. Paul United Church of Christ

129 W. Third St., Greenville, 548-4506 ---------------------------------------------

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST First Universalist Church

331 E. Washington St. New Madison, 996-3403 ---------------------------------------------

WESLEYAN Trinity Wesleyan Church

1400 E Main St., Greenville, 547-0337

Trinity United Methodist Church 112 West South Street Arcanum, OH 692-8530

PAULA’S DINER

NOW OPEN MON-THURS 10-9 FRI & SAT 10-10 CLOSED SUNDAY N. Main St, Ansonia

337-0062

Lunch & Dinner

EAT IN OR CARRY OUT Call in orders can be picked up at drive-thru window

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REX& AUTO TRUCK REPAIR

ALIGNMENT SERVICE Diesel Performance & Repair

FLEET SERVICE AVAILABLE 5415 STATE ROUTE 49, GREENVILLE

937-459-5597

MOODY AUTO SALES, LLC. Cars • Trucks • SUVs Vans • Campers

“We Deal!”

111 E. Canal St., Ansonia

937-337-6841

Service 937-337-4635 Call Robby www.moodyautosales.com

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Services Offered I will officiate your wedding ceremony free. Licensed and ordained. Stan Ray 937548-1502 or aj481x@ aol.com

“MOWING, large or small jobs. Also Landscaping, Spraying/ Fertilizing, Shrub Trimming, Snow Removal.

Reasonable rates.

References available.

Very dependable. 5481716, ask for Justin”

VILLAGE PROJECTS PUBLIC MEETING

The last and final public meeting to discuss street projects in the Village of Pitsburg will be held at the Franklin Monroe School old cafeteria on Monday, May 12, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

CERTIFIED MEDICAL BILLER

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Services Offered “GOFORTH’S LAWN SERVICE. Landscaping, clean-up & removal. Ron 937-5643219”

“Cloyd’s Carpet Installation, Re-Stretch & Repair. Tile & Wood.

30 years experience.

765-238-8797 Evenings!”

“COMPLETE LAWN CARE SERVICES Spring clean-up, mowing, mulching, shrub trimming & more! Call 937-548-0562” “LAWN MOWING, Yard Clean-up, Shrub Trimming, Edging, Mulching, Landscape Maintenance. Free Estimates.

Leave message for Gettysburg Outdoor at Lavy’s Corner Mart, 937-447-3051”

DARKE COUNTY ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS, INC. NOTICE FOR REQUEST FOR DISTRIBUTION Funds are available from the Darke County Endowment for the Arts, Inc. for organizations, individuals and governmental units in need which further presentation of or education in the arts.

To be eligible to receive funding, an applicant must be located in or provide services in Darke County, Ohio. Projects appropriate for consideration may include innovative plans and programs that increase the quality and stature of the arts, that increase accessibility to the arts for more residents, that enable collaboration between arts groups, that provide recognition of exceptional artistic achievements, and that provide for the maintenance of development of art facilities.

Applicants must be received by the Darke County Endowment for the Arts, Inc. on or before the 30th day of May, 2014, at 5:00 p.m.

Applicants may be mailed to the Darke County Endowment for the Arts, Inc. at the address below or by delivery to the Hanes Law Office, 507 South Broadway, Greenville, Ohio 45331. Application forms may be obtained at the Darke County Endowment for the Arts, Inc. by writing the Endowment or from the Hanes Law Office, 507 South Broadway, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

DARKE COUNTY ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS, INC. P.O. Box 155 Greenville, Ohio 45331

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Help Wanted “Organist/pianist for 9 AM worship service.

Wesley United Methodist Church, Union City.

“CARPET & FLOOR- Call 765-964-4792” ING INSTALLATION “LAWNCARE/LANDRe-stretches. 1/2”” SCAPE POSITION pad for sale. Best Experience not rerates. Free quotes. quired: “”Hire for atti419-953-7473” tude - train for skills””.

Send your resume, Help Wanted “The Early Bird is explaining how you looking for reliable stand out from the walking route carriers pack, to: Crowell and motor route carri- Lawn Service, PO ers. Persons applying Box 141, Greenville, must be able to de- OH 45331” liver to our specifica- 3rd Shift milking potions. Please call 937- sition available. 419547-0851 & ask for 852-5059 Becky. If no answer, leave message with “Hiring Sales, Superyour name, address & visors & Laborers to work in Feed & Grain phone number” industry. Compensation w/experience.

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TREE REMOVAL Within 20 miles of Gettysburg. Call Joe for Free Estimates 937-547-2161

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“Wolf Tent Company accepting applications for summer employment Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 1-6pm. 3352 St Rt 571 West (back long lane). Must be at least 16. Driver’s license preferred. 548-4767” “INDUSTRIAL CONCRETE & SNOW REMOVAL SALES Well established, successful local concrete contractor seeks a highly motivated individual to produce sales, maintenance & snow removal contracts to area industry. Base salary plus commission. High income capabilities.

For consideration call 937-423-1091” “LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST, Room available for new or established LMT in an expanding business. Please call for details 937-2024104 ext 1” “Construction company looking for Carpenter with min 7 yrs experience, especially in doors & hardware; weekly travel; EOE; Applicants respond to 2014doorjob@gmail. com with resume & salary requirements” Wanted to Buy “BUYING TRUMPETS & TROMBONES (Yamaha, King, Conn, Blessing, Bach), VINTAGE GUITARS, Banjos, Mandolins & Amplifiers. Bring them to Bach to Rock Music, 334 S. Broadway, Greenville, OH for an offer. 937-547-1970, email: bachtorock@ earthlink.net”

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P.O. Box 141 Greenville, OH 45331

Community First Director The Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities supports individuals in identifying their unique abilities and gifts as contributing members of their community by facilitating community-based integrated options for work, recreation, and community living. The Community First Director will identify or develop community partnerships that support integrated options for individuals. Community integrated employment services is an important focus of community first. Staff supervision and support is required. A Master’s Degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation, Business or related field is preferred; a Bachelor’s Degree plus related supervisory experience will be considered. Please access www.darkedd.org for a copy of the position description. Send a resume with three reference letters to Tonya Clark, Business Manager, Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 5844 Jaysville-St. Johns Road, Greenville, OH 45331 by Wednesday, May 7, 2014 to be considered.

“Local buyer paying cash for antiques, Arcanum, Greenville, Darke Co & Darke Co Fair items & any other collectibles. No furniture bigger than a washstand. 692-8050”

HELP WANTED We are high in production and low in personnel. Fun fast paced work with great earning potential!

CALL TODAY FOR INTERVIEW!

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NOW HIRING FULL-TIME DIETARY SUPERVISOR Must be Dietary Manager certified.

Must possess 3-5 years’ experience in LTC facility or related medical facility.

Knowledge of dietary practices and procedures, cost control and food management.

Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.

VERSAILLES HEALTH CARE CENTER 200 Marker Road Versailles, OH 45380 www.versailleshealthcare.com Email Kristy Earick at kearick@covenantcare.com or call (937) 526-5570 EOE

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8060

OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY, MAY 4TH 1:00-2:30 P.M.

3 IVESTER LANE, ARCANUM Ready to move in house with many update: kitchen, bathroom, newer furnace and central air.

6058 CLARK RD., WEST MANCHESTER Welcome to relaxed country living. New oak case work throughout house with solid oak 6 panel doors. The property has 2 outbuildings 35’10� x 46’ 7�, a stocked pond with beach and tennis court. Large deck on back to enjoy the outdoor scenery.

815 CHERRY ST., UNION CITY, OH Motivated Seller!! Owner will consider possible trade. Great starter home, one you must see.

New windows, appliances and floor covering.

Oak woodwork throughout the house. Double lot with multiple fruit trees and grape arbor, all fruit producing. 200 amp service, plumbing been updated. 8x10 shed 20x18 garage/workshop. New gas furnace.

202 S 2ND ST., UNION CITY, OH Well maintained home on a big corner lot with your own in-ground pool for your private enjoyment.

304 N DEERFIELD RD., UNION CITY, OH Bigger than it looks! A must see home. Finished basement to add to your living area. Ready for you to make your own.

NEW LISTING 315 12TH ST., GREENVILLE FOUL BALL! Not this 4 bedroom, 1 bath conventional home in Greenville. It is a definite hit with huge kitchen with island, deck out back, friendly neighbors and great financing and more. You can be safely on base at $59,000.

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1284 OAK TREE - Spiffed up and ready for a new family! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch has newer furnace; central air conditioning; newer windows. $89,900.

910 MANCHESTER - Open floor plan; 2 bedrooms, 2 baths; oak cabinets in kitchen; NEW roof; 2½ car attached garage PLUS utility building. $99,800.

----------------------------------------------------8 ACRES M/L surrounds this 2-story home at 6975 Jaysville-St. Johns Road! New counter tops in kitchen; APPLIANCES INCLUDED! Corner fireplace; FULL finished basement; PLUS inground pool and small barn. $242,500.

NEW WELL AND SEPTIC with this 1.8 acre lot at 8216 Ryan Road! 80x40 barn with lean-to. Home needs repair.

Mid 50’s.

APPROVED BUILDING LOT at corner of Bur Oak and Aspen! Improved with drilled well; grass; trees and sidewalks! Mid 30’s.

IN ARCANUM a newer brick double at 2 & 4 Pearl Street! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths each side; attached garages.

Call Jim for additional information!

WOODED LOT with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch at 1000 Kings Drive!

Oak woodwork throughout; lots of storage; deck out back! $179,900.

HOME SELLING WITH FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES! 3 Bedroom, 2 bath home with carport; picnic shelter; storage buildings. Drive by 5011 County Home Road and call for your personal showing! Upper 70’s.

7 ACRES M/L zoned COMMERCIAL on Wagner Avenue across from LOWE’S! CAN BE DIVIDED! Call Jim for additional information!

29 ACRES M/L nestles a 2-story brick home at 1648 Mills Road! Updated and well maintained home has walnut woodwork; hickory cabinets in kitchen; oak and plank flooring; hot water and corn-burning heat! 4 car attached garage PLUS barns! $325,000.

IN WAYNE LAKES at 1180 East Drive you will find a 2 bedroom home on WOODED, CORNER LOT! Corner fireplace; attached garage. Upper 50’s.

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR! OPEN SUNDAY MAY 4TH 5542 KRUCKEBERG RD. GREENVILLE OPEN 1-2:30 AUTHENTIC 3 bedroom, 1 bath Early American farmhouse tastefully upgraded for today.

Newer vinyl windows, high efficiency furnace, beautiful woodwork, formal dining room and nice kitchen cabinets. Well and septic have been upgraded. All of this sitting on 5 acres with a newer 3 car garage, just 1.5 miles from Greenville. Stop in for your personal tour with REALTORÂŽ Everett Hocker (109964) #6012 1195 PARKWAY GREENVILLE OPEN 1-3 WELL MAINTAINED, move in ready and priced to sell! What more can you ask for?

Don’t miss out on this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath brick ranch located on the north end of Greenville. Stove, Fridge, Microwave and Dishwasher stay with the home and most the furniture is negotiable! Stop in for your personal tour with REALTORŽ Eric Brown (109910) #5862 309 MARION DR. GREENVILLE OPEN 2-3:30 THIS PROPERTY WOULD MAKE A GREAT STARTER HOME. Great location on the north end of Greenville. Offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath and attached garage. Recent updates include roof, vinyl windows, central air unit, furnace, hot water heater. Possession at closing! Stop in for your personal tour with REALTORŽ Darren Leis.

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4780 HOGPATH RD – GREENVILLE 3 BR 1.5 Bath , 2 car garage, above ground pool on 1.315 acres with Private Setting.

1033 WAYNE AVE –GREENVILLE 2 bedroom home offering a full basement and 2 car garage. Priced to sell quickly at $64,900. Close to fairgrounds.

9087 LONG RD – VERSAILLES 1.9888 acres., per Health Dept approval 101 E MAIN – GETTYSBURG Operate your business downstairs & live upstairs, with possibility of addl business space in back.

217 W. JAMES ST. – BRADFORD WOW only $89,900?? Adorable 3 BR brick home with large LR, DR and Kitchen combo. Fenced yd. Newly updated and ready for you to move in.

NEW LISTINGS 568 S PEARL – VERSAILLES 2 to 3 BR brick ranch near school. Call today for details.

49 MAIN – VERSAILLES Downtown. 4 BR, 3 bath property that can be used as a business or home/business combination.

Many possibilities exist with 2400 plus sq ft home with large 2 ½ car garage.

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INVESTMENT PROPERTY! 2 BR vinyl sided home + a 1 BR & a 2 BR apartment on back of lot. #4353 ATTRACTIVE 1-ST vinyl sided home w/2 BR. Newer roof, furnace & CA, windows, water heater, electric panel, dishwasher, LRM carpet. Updated BA. Must See To Appreciate! #4334 WAITING FOR YOU! Well-built 3 BR brick ranch! Double sided gas fireplace between LRM & FRM. DRM. Laminate wood flooring thru-out. Vaulted ceilings. #4340 NEW LISTING! Brick ranch offering 3 BR, 2 BA. LRM & DRM. FRM has wood burning/pellet stove in fireplace. 12x20 Florida rm. Lots of closets & storage space! 2-car attached garage. 52x30 barn. Nearly 2 acres! #4410

NEW LISTING! Welcome to 2838 Fox Rd. The ½ mile lane leads you away from stresses of your work day and into this cozy country home.

Offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bath and sits on 1.17 acres of manicured lawn with mature trees. The family “handy man� will enjoy the 42x24 outbuilding that offers 100 amp service, newer vinyl siding and newer standing seam roof. Many updates within the last 10 years include vinyl siding, windows, well pump and water heater.

(110059) #6036 TRADITIONAL IN SPIRIT AND APPEARANCE, but modern in convenience. This 2 story has everything you’re looking for in a home. Located just east of Greenville at the end of a country cul-de-sac on 1 acre. Beautiful, quality built, 3 bedroom home, well cared for. Features ceramic tile, parquet and hardwood floors, crown molding, solid wood trim, Andersen windows, 2 heating/cooling systems, multi-level decks and above ground pool.

(109255) #5831 MOVE IN READY 3 bedroom home. Hardwood floors throughout. All electric with newer heat pump/central air unit. Fresh coat of paint on metal roof in 2013.

(109732) #5953 ALL MAJOR COMPONENTS of this 3 bedroom house have been updated or replaced. Roof, windows, floors, kitchen, bathroom, doors all newly installed. Virtually a new home, perfect for anyone interested in a smaller, high quality home or investment in Union City. (109784) #5968 GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO PARK ENTRANCE. This 3 bedroom offers newer paint, windows, carpet, vinyl and appliances including washer and dryer. Also, 1.5 car attached garage, plus carport. (106043) #5120 PRESTIGIOUS HOME! Offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, beautiful eatin kitchen, formal living and dining rooms, family room with fireplace, roomy study, fabulous Florida room and 2 car attached garage. Two brick paver patios and driveway.

(109231) #4348 START BUILDING SWEAT EQUITY TODAY. Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, in western Darke county has 50’x30’ outbuilding built in 2007.

This building has cement floors and separate breaker box. House does need some work on the interior. Purchaser is buying the home in as is condition, bank will make no repairs.

(109804) #5973 QUIET COUNTRY LIVING on 2 acres. This newer ranch offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 2 car attached garage. Sit on your front porch and enjoy life!

(109547) #5900 FARM HOME with 3 bedrooms, large rooms and lovely woodwork. Minifarm to be surveyed. Owner has never checked into condition of sewage disposal. Buyer needs to rely on own inspections.

(109702) #5950 HANDYMAN SPECIAL! Three bedroom, 2 bath home was being remodeled, and now you can finish to your taste. Offers newer siding, wiring & plumbing.

(109882) #5984 MOVE IN READY 3 bedroom home with newer vinyl windows, laminate flooring and carpet. All appliances stay with the house. Enjoy the large deck in the fenced in backyard One car garage attached garage, freshly poured double wide driveway and a 12x16 storage shed with a (109883) #5985 loft!

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TEAGUES SOUTH RD – ARCANUM Great Location. 13 acres – 5.5 tillable.

Fantastic woods at rear of property.

Possible building lot!

6638 OTTERBEIN ITHACA RD – ARCANUM Beautiful 1 owner home! New flooring in kitchen, new carpet in LR. Nicely landscaped. Also, a 4 car detached garage.

201 MELVIN ELEY-UNION CITY Excellent possession on this 3 BR, brick ranch. LR, Kitchen/Dining Area, Utility Rm, Large back lawn.

OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY, MAY 4, 2014 1:00 – 2:30 7584 RAVENWOOD –GREENVILLE 3 BR brick ranch LR, DR, 28 ft FR/ fireplace, appliance packed kitchen, covered/screened in back porch, 2 car garage.

6545 WESTFALL RD – GREENVILLE Possibilities! 3 or 4 bedroom Stucco home with a full basement resting on a 1.1 acre lot with mature trees. 36x22 2 car detached garages.

1351 SUGAR MAPLE – GREENVILLE Move in ready 3 BR 2 BA Brick with Gas Heat and C/A all on a nice corner lot with Privacy fence. See what your money will buy.

753 MAGNOLIA DR – GREENVILLE 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Brick Ranch that is move in ready. Offers Great Room, Lots of oak Kitchen Cabinets plus Dining area, 2 car garage, central air, utility Barn and underground dog fence. Stop in to see this lovely home.

1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

937-547-3077

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For Rent Nice 2 BR duplex with W/D. C/a. Lawn care provided. No Pets. $430/mo. 308 W. Water St. 937-547-9871

Real Estate “Beautiful large log home on 2.4 aces w/3 BRs, loft, pellet boiler, pond & much, much more. Located on SR 571 on the edge “SLEEPING ROOMS, 3 bedroom duplex of Greenville. Call close to downtown furnished, utilities in“South of Greenville 2 Trump Realty, 678Greenville.

Aplliances cluded. $80/week + miles. Nice 2br/1.5ba, 5687, for your perdeposit & references. furnished. $500/mo 1c attached garage. sonal showing.”

467-9347, 417-5128” with 1 month deposit. Balcony. $535/mo.

1 year lease. 937- 548-8613” “FOR SALE BY OWNSpacious apt close to 654-3173 ER: 4695 Jaysville-St Wayne Hospital. Low “Several apts avail- Johns, Greenville.

“3 BR house, newly utilities. All appliancable, starting at $335. Live in this newly reremodeled.

Gas heat. es & W/D provided.

References required. modeled 4 BR home.

Central A/C. No pets. $575/mo or Land New Madison. Stove Includes 85x55 heatNo smoking. Plenty Contract + utilities. & refrig included. 564- ed shop w/concrete of privacy. Off street 315 Grant St, Green- 1402” floor. Located in F-M ville. 937-968-4195 parking. 548-7339 “3 BR upper apt in SD with easy access ext 201” Greenville. New carpet. to St Rt 49. 937-437Stove furnshed. $425 0299, 459-6981” deposit, $425 rent. Call “Tennessee Log Home Lg Public Auction 937-564-4126” Sale! New, ready to Sun May 4th 11:55am “Arcanum, 1 BR finish log cabin on 5+ house. Washer/dryer acres with FREE Boat 5419 St Rt. 49 S. hookup. Stove, refrig Slip on 160,000 acre Greenville, Oh 45331 lake. furnished. $400. 937- recreational 2 Auction rings! Open 10am Only $89,900. Excel692-5035” Partial Listing, Still Unpacking, lent financing. Call “2 BR ranch double now 877-888-0267, always adding! in Rolin Acres. Cen- x104” Camper-Sporting: Grills, coolers, tral air; garage; apfishing items, (3) NEW Dale Jr. pliances. No pets, no 1.06 acres for sale by Hellmanns 10x10 Ez Ups; Harley smoking. $475/mo. owner on Evergreen Davidson helmet & boots; slip-nDr in Wayne Lakes.

937-548-2397” slide, 2&6 man tents, chrs, cot, Asking $9900. Call “Ansonia, 4 BR, 1 937-548-0818 Suncast storage Collectibles: bath; W/D hookup.

Signed Pete Rose bat; Coke $615 dep/$615 rent. “For Sale: Large 3 (bottle) cooler; Melody in Motion BR house, central air, Call 423-8320” figurine, Very Lg Lot of Nascar & new windows, large Mobile Homes corner lot in Bradford.

Dick Lavy die cast items, Start“Grand Lake St $39,900. 621-2122” ing LineUp, Racing Champions, Marys, remodeled Coke, etc; hats; many old wood mobile home.

2 BR, “Beautiful brick ranch house doors; guitars, many mint bath, kitchen, living on 1.77 acres. 6090 sets; Sporting-Lawn-Tools Misc: room. 14x20 covered Shade Road, Greenback pack blower, ATV sprayer, porch, dock, 14x10 ville. 3 BR/2 full baths; totes, wrenches, sockets, hand shed & deeded prop- 2 car attached ga& bat tools, hardware, sanders, erty. Call for price! rage, 1 car detached 937-437-0299, 937- garage, & lots more. trimmers, broadcasters; Bear 937-417-9785” 459-6981” arrow parts, Pool Table; Lg Lot

“2 BR lower level apt.

Newly remodeled.

Electric utilities. $475/ mo + utilities. 333 E 3rd, Greenville. 937968-4195 ext 201”

of new Car parts, care items,& manuals; 20” Bling Rims 10 hole, cement and roofing tools; robo zip, table & other saws, e-cords, fire ring, ladder, work bench, Weight work out system, lg lot of NEW personal hygiene items, new light bulbs; air comp, metal shelving; Craftsman & truck tool boxes; 3’ pc marble, Electronics: lg lot of Neon Light parts, transformers; Cerwin-Vaga & Bose speakers, BluRay player, Play Station 2, tapes, disc players, Karaoke system, new car stereo, Amp supplies, H.Hold: sofas (ln); pictures, dinet sets; hutch, pillow top beds, appls?

Dressers, chests, tables, Books & Jewelry: some, Toys- Thomas The Train, Lego’s, America Girl & other dolls, numerous; See Auctionzip.com #3859 for terms, updates,Pictures Inside building, seating, Lunch Stand: Winners meat

Larry Martino

Auctioneer - Realtor Berkshire Hathaway Home Services 937-564-3325 larry@larrymartino.com

For Rent “3 BR house, small town. Very economical. Big yard. $650/ mo, includes heat & trash. No pets. 937947-1139”

“Brick ranch for sale.

Sits on 3 lots + 2 extra lots. 5 BR, 2 baths.

Needs some work, but liveable. Possible land contract. $49,000.

709 Pearl St, New Weston, OH. For info call 337-8755” Automotive “Moody Auto Sales, LLC, Dennis & Paula Moody, 111 E Canal, Ansonia. 2013 Chrysler Town & Country Touring, leather, DVD, low miles. 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan, cloth Stow & Go seats.

2008 Saturn Outlook SUV, all options, fully loaded, very clean! 2012 Chevy Silverado, ext. cab, 4x4, 17,500 miles.

1999 Ford Windstar $1500. 2007 Chevy Suburban 4WD. 1997 Chevy Lumina, local trade, low miles, clean. 2000 Ford Excursion Ltd, leather seats, 4x4, 87K miles, exc. cond. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, 4x4, V8, local trade. 2011 Ford E350, 15 pass. 2001 Dodge Durango, AWD, heated leather, 3rd row seat. 2004 Honda CR-V EX, AWD, exc. cond, 1 owner. 1998 Mercury Mountaineer, AWD, V8, $2995! 2007 GMC Sierra 1500, 4 dr, 4WD. 2005 Jeep Wrangler Sport, 4.0, 4x4, 6 spd, air, hardtop. 2011 Honda Civic LX, 1 owner, auto, great mpg! 2008 Buick Enclave CXL, very clean, dual sunroofs, DVD. 2001 Ford F250, 2WD, low miles. 1978 Chevy C65 dump truck, power angle blade, low miles, exc. cond. w w w. M o o d y A u t o Sales.com. 937-3376841”

Automotive “VANS!!! 2001 Grand Caravan Sport $3000, 2003 Windstar $2900, 2001 Windstar $2800, 1997 Venture $2700, 1999 Windstar $2600, 2000 Silhoutte Premiere $1900, 1999 Windstar $1200!!!

Many cars $3900$900!!! www.rpauto. net POEPPELMAN AUTO, 127 north to 274 east 1 mile, Carthagena, 419925-4747, Weekdays 9 to 5, Saturdays 9-3!

We also BUY!!!”

Sat May 3rd 8:55 am

“2008 Mini Cooper, 2 door, burgundy, stick shift, 6 speed, 61,883 miles, excellent condition, $13,500. 5483694 or 423-4329”

Recreational “Bowflex Motivator 2, excellent condition. $300 OBO. 765-5467659”

“2006 Hi-Lo camper w/slide-out, sleeps 6, gas/elec frig, full bath, ac/furnace, good tires/new spare, hitch included, asking $11955. 548-6809”

“2009 Wildwood camp“Red 2000 Dodge Da- er by Forest River. XL kota SLT, 4 dr, 3.9L, Series M-362 FKDS. 1 V6, 2WD, tonneau owner, like new. Power cover, 188K miles, fair slide, bedroom/living cond., $2300. Call or room/kitchen. Stove/ text 937-621-5858” oven newer used. Dual entry patio door. Only Recreational 2008 Dodge Caliber.

“2004 Prowler Regal, used about 15 times.

Call 937-968-5075 27’, w/large slide-out, Selling due to health “2007 Suburban 4x4 good shape, not used reasons. List $31,000; $17,995. 2006 Es- much. 548-1272” asking $22,500 OBO. cape $5995. 2007 937-996-1631” G6 GT $7995. 2006 TrailBlazer $7995.

2007 Grand Caravan $7195. 2007 Focus $5995. 2005 Cavalier $3195. 2008 PT Cruiser $7495. 2010 Aveo $7995. 2010 3452 Co. B U YS. H E RRd.E 25A  •PI-75 AYatHExit E R69E Fusion $10,495.

BANKRUPTCY? 2001 F150 Crew 4x4 BU Y H E R E  SLOW P AY PAY? HERE $8995. 2003 Silvera- DIVORCE? EXCESS MEDICAL BILLS? B U Y H E R E  P AY H E R E do ext cab $9995.

2006 Silverado, 8’ B U Y H E R E  P AY H E R E bed $7995. 2005 BAs U Ylow H E RasE 16.95%  P AY H ERE Equinox $7495. 2005 APR Rendezvous $5495.

B U YonHselected E R E  models, P AY H E R E 2009 Cobalt $7995. some conditions apply.

2008 Eclipse $9995.

B U Y H E R E  P AY H E R E Buy - Sell - Trade!

B U Y H E R E  P AY H E R E Country Auto Sales 548-1337” - PAY BBUY U Y HHERE ERE  P AY HERE HERE

“FOR SALE BY OWNER: 1120 Harrison Avenue, Greenville.

Nice starter home in great location, ready to move in! 3 bedWanted: pasture to room, 1 bath with garage. rent. Willing to work detached Freshly painted, all on fence. 459-0340 new carpet, kitchen Real Estate flooring and updated “HOUSE FOR SALE, bathroom. $74,000 267 E Main, Gettys- OBO. Call for your priburg. 3 BR, 1 bath. vate showing (937)- “DAVIDSON’S AUTO $62,000 OBO. 937- 423-3223” PARTS - NEW Body 214-0760” Parts & Batteries at Wholesale Prices!

Cash for cars/trucks, running or not. 447Public Auction 4681” Wanted to Rent Wanting to rent garage in Greenville area for vehicle storage. Call 937-467-0225

“1990 GMC C3500 crew cab truck, 3 spd trans, 350 engine, 114,721 actual miles, good work truck, $2500.

937-5481221”

GREAT CARS AT LOW PRICES (937) 335-6775

PUBLIC AUCTION

SATURDAY – MAY 3rd, 2014 - 10:00 A.M. Doors open at 8:30 A.M. 5862 Kruckeberg Rd. Greenville, OH 45331

DIRECTIONS: From downtown Dayton, Ohio Take I -70 West to St. Rt. 127 North to Greenville to Kruckeberg Rd. Turn right on Kruckeberg go approx. 1 mile to sale site on left. (Watch for signs) Auctioneers Note – Now Featuring Live Audio & Video so you can bid at home or on the go with your smart phone or tablet. Go to www.auctionzip.com, enter auctioneer ID # 3426, click on the current auction date, click on bid now button to enter auction, register if you want to bid. No buyer’s premium charged for attending the live & collectible auction. Convenience Fee applied to online bidders only.

ANTIQUES-COLLECTIBLES-HOUSEHOLDFURNITURE- GARAGE ITEMS

OWNERS- MULTIPLE GROUP

TERMS: CASH or local checks w/proper ID. Visa & Master Card Accepted w/3% Clerk Fee. Auctioneer licensed in Ohio. Auction held INSIDE facility. We must collect sales tax.

“2002 Sunfire SE, 2dr, auto, air, 2.2L, 138,000 miles, runs great! Gas saver! $1500. 621-0843”

11527 Reed Rd Versailles,Oh 45380 Antiques- H-Hold- Coins-radios LG LOT OF PRIMITIVES items Furniture-Appls-Lglot Jewelry Tools-Lawn-Advtzn-Air Cond’s Sewing-Outdr-Camper-Glass Scrap-Dodge Sebring &Dakota Seating- Inside Building COMPLETE LISTING @ See AUCTIONZIP.COM #3859 4 pictures-terms

“2004 Chevy Blazer Xtreme, Red, 103k miles, clean. 4678300”

Larry Martino

larry@larrymartino.com 937-526-4402

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

SAT. MAY 24 2014 12: NOON

3413 HILLGROVE-WOODINGTON RD. GREENVILLE, OH 45331

OPEN HOUSE DATES Tues. April 29th & Thurs. May 1st 6-8 PM Sunday May 4th 1-2:30 PM REAL ESTATE: Country Living at its best! This 3 Acre property is currently being operated as a horse farm. Property features charming A-Frame home with full basement.

Home features 24x16 great room with hand-laid stone fireplace from floor to vaulted ceiling and flows nicely into the newly remodeled kitchen. Master suite on first floor with large master bath and sitting area, with access through New French Doors that lead to large private deck. Newly updated full bath on first floor. Open stairway leads to large bedroom and charming loft area and a ½ bath. Farm features 60x30 newly painted barn with Amish built 30x14 addition featuring (3) 12x10 box stalls. Barn features loft area, concrete floors with drains and water hydrants. Barn has large interior sliding door between horse area and insulated shop areas. Shop features 220 electric, water and automatic overhead door. Barn has easy access to a Four board hardwood fenced pasture. Farm also features graveled circular drive to the barn with additional graveled parking for trailers. New chainlink fenced yard for kids or pets.

DIRECTIONS: Use ST. RT 49 North of Greenville to Woodington, Turn East to Auction Location TERMS: $ 10,000. Down day of Auction, Balance due by June 24, 2014, Seller to have occupancy through July 24, 2012. Seller to pay July 2014 installment of taxes, Purchaser to pay all taxes thereafter! Property is selling subject to owner confirmation!

SELLER: HALLIE MARTIN

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AUCTIONEER’S DIRECTORY

www.KaugherAuctioneer.com

Ronnie Kaugher

1546 Cox Rd., Union City, OH (937) 968-7279

Weekly Auctions now featuring audio/video bidding.

Convenience fee for on-line bidders only.

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Household “Frigidaire glass top stove, white color, black glass top. Also white Roper dryer.

“2003 H.D. 100 Anni- $100 for stove. $75 versary Softail Deuce, for dryer. Call or text exc. cond. 15,000 937-418-6031” miles, $9000. Call 997-3533” “FURNITURE SHOPPE, 1379 HillHousehold grove-Woodington “PILLOWTOP Twin Rd, Union City, OH, bedding set $149. 937-968-6804. REFull bedding set $169. F R I G E R AT O R S : Queen bedding set Amana 18 white $175. $199. King bedding set Whirlpool 14.5 bisque $299. New in plastic/ $150. Frigidaire 18 warehouse liquidation black $275. Kenmore with warranty. Factory 18 white $150. ELEC. Furniture/Mattress STOVES: White apt and More, 11 East $125. Estate white Main St., Phillipsburg, $150.

Frigidaire 1-937-884-5455” black/stainless $288.

Very nice used Rain- WASHERS: Whirlpool bow vacuum sweeper. $175. Whirlpool $150.

Warranty. Call 548- BEDDING: King & queen sets $100” 0870

Misc. for Sale “DAVIDSON POOL Specials: pools, hot tubs, liners, chemicals, auto covers, recover pool tables.

937-447-2605”

“Professional SOUND SYSTEM Sales & Installation & Rental. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements. JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 5471970, email: bachtorock@earthlink. net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements!”

Located approx. 3 miles East of Union City at 889 State Route 47, Union City, Ohio (watch for signs) on:

SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2014 at 9:30 A.M.

AUTOMOBILE, PICKUP, ANTIQUES, HOUSEHOLD & GARAGE ITEMS AUTOMOBILE & PICKUP SELLING AT 12:00 P.M. 2011 Chevy Impala LT 1-owner w/28,500 miles, flex fuel, 3500 V-6, fully loaded & leather seats; 2004 Chevrolet Silverado LS w/65,900 miles, extended cab, Cover Master shell, running bds, cloth seats, Vortex engine & fully loaded; ANTIQUES: Oak library table; Seth Thomas shelf clock; marble top stand; copper lined smoking stand; 2 Oak wicker seat chairs; child’s wicker seat chair; oil hurricane lamp; oil lamp; 2 stoneware brown pitchers w/grapes; lot of green & pink dep. includes: butter dish, handled tidbit plates, syrup & water pitchers, candy jars, cookie/cracker jars, bowls, cream & sugar, cake plate, candlesticks, juicers, vase, & plates etc; Fiesta ware carafe w/stopper & pink disc pitcher; miniature h.p. cups & saucers; h.p. bowls, celery’s, desserts, pitchers, cracker w/lid, cream & sugar; 2 sm. Hull pitchers & others; Pyrex mixing bowls; crock jugs; granite pan & cup; American cutlery scale; Royal Salad Dressing crock jug; advertising tins; gal. Daisy butter churn; baby bottles, green Sellers spice jars; veg. cutter; flour sifters; grater; coffee grinder; toaster; ice tongs; school bell, Holstein cow bell & others; Dietz H14 #2 lantern; 2 man saw; buck saw; copper wash boiler w/lid; wash bd; wood pulley; Little Black Sambo book; 1920 Greenville year book; Local Advertising includes: U.C. Body Co., Farmers State & Union Trust Banks, Red 73 milk can, pint Sunnydale milk bottles, lg. al. cast Farmers State Bank sign; 3-10 gal. milk cans; croquet set; coal bucket; Hoosier cabinet; HOUSEHOLD: G.E. side by side refrig; Whirlpool refrig; G.E. upright freezer; G.E. self-cleaning oven; Maytag washer & dryer; G.E. microwave; Maple table w/1 bd. & 6 chairs; microwave cart; E.A. hutch; E.A. dry sink; lighted glass curio cabinet w/glass shelves; Smith Bros. couch; Flex Steel hide a bed; rocker loveseat; beige recliner, rocker & chair; E.A. end tables & drop leaf coffee table; Phillips flat screen TV; Sonya DVR/VCR player; LG DVD player & speakers; 2 RCA tower speakers; RCA Home Theater TV; entertainment centers; secretary desk/bookcase; telephone desk & chair; king size bed; full bed; 2 roll away beds; E.A. 4 dr. & 5 dr. chests; matching E.A. chest, dresser w/mirror & stool; Forest Park cedar chest; night stand & others; bedding; card table & chairs; computer desk; 3 shelf bookcase; floor & table lamps; upright Dirt Devil & Panasonic sweepers; Bissell shampooer; misc. pots, pans, utensils, silverware, corning ware, Tupperware & sm. elect. appliances etc.; lg. roaster; Bunn coffee maker; lg. Kitchen Aid mixer & attachments; 8 pl. setting Federal Shape Syracuse China; lot of advertising shot glasses; Longaberger baskets; kid’s books & toys; 33 1/3 & 45 records; luggage; lot of indoor & outdoor Christmas decorations; GARAGE: 10’ 2-wh. trailer; JD JS-46 self-propelled elect. start & JD J-560 push mowers; lawn sweeper; Agri-Fab broadcast spreader; porta sprayer; push plow; garden planter; 4 hose reels; lawn & garden tools; misc. sm. hand tools some Craftsman’s; al. & fiberglass step ladders; life vests; fishing poles; chicken waters; 5 sp. Schwinn Sting Ray boys bike & other bicycles; 2 Kenmore gas grills; Ga. Fourman grill; gas logs; lawn chairs & items not seen in boxes & too numerous to mention. AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Bank letter of credit for purchase of auto & truck. Check website for pictures & complete listing. www.

KaugherAuctioneering.com or www.auctionzip.com #2005.

JAMES C. GOWER, OWNER

RONNIE KAUGHER UNION CITY, OH 937-968-7279

AUCTIONEER’S

JEFF SLYDER UNION CITY, OH 937-968-5993

TERMS: Cash or Check w/Proper ID. Statements made day of Auction take precedence over printed matter. Lunch. Port-a-Jon. NO BUYERS PREMIUM

PUBLIC AUCTION

Located at 4 Maple Lane, Arcanum, Ohio. Take St. Route 49 south of Greenville, Ohio approx. 6 mile to Alt. Route 49 into Arcanum - go to Woodside, turn right & go to end of street, then left to sale.

SATURDAY - MAY 3, 2014 TIME: 10:00 A.M.

NICE HOUSEHOLD ITEMS - DISHES & COLLECTIBLES SHOP ITEMS Amana refrigerator w/bottom freezer, Maytag washer & dryer, utility cabinet; ext-dinette table w/6 chairs; maple hutch; 2 glass door china cabinets; curio cabinet; credenza; KIMBALL PIANO w/bench; sheet music; GRANDFATHER CLOCK; 3 pc dk-blue living room suite; floral loveseat; 2 cushion blue couch; wine recliner; 2 wine swivel rockers; child’s rocker; drum table; 3 end stands; coffee table; flatscreen TV; swivel TV stand; TV & stereo; VCR player; Magnavox stereo record player; records; tapes; WHITE WICKER TABLE & CHAIRS; 5 pc wicker set; 7 pc white wrought iron patio set; wrought iron table & 2 chairs; 3 pc patio set w/cushions; wash stand; oak dry sink; PUMP ORGAN; Stanley 5 pc provincial pecan bedroom suite; 5 pc waterfall bedroom suite; waterfall cedar chest; semi-poster twin bed; chest of drawers; night stand; kneehole desk; white sew-machine in cabinet; what-not shelves; fern stand; cherub plant stand; plant stand; Gardeniers; outdoor planters; fireplace tools; SEVERAL PICTURES & FRAMES; floor lamps; swag lamp; NICE LAMPS W/ROSES and others; Anniversary clock; SWEEPERS-2 Hoover uprights & hand vac; 3 propane heaters; 2 step stools; vanity stool; AMANA MICROWAVE; elect-appliances; KitchenAid coffee grinder; SUNBEAM MIXER & bowls; Hall’s bean pot; several CORNING cookware sets; SS-cookware; other cookware; alum pans & kettle; roasters; SS-bowls; 4 pc colored Pyrex bowl set; cookie jar w/strawberries; punch bowl set; Corelle dishes; Homer Laughlin deep dish & others; glass dishes; blue glass pcs; milk glass pcs; Bavaria plate & others w/roses; FENTON PCS-blue -rose-green; lg. relish plate; AMPATTERN FOSTORIA-several pcs; other glass dishes; collectibles; Hull vase; other nice vases; snack sets; glass measures; bells; alum. pitchen & sm-glasses; several other glasses; canister set; tins; Tupperware; knic-knacs; collectible ARCANUM CHURCH PLATES; Onida 20 pc table service; SS table service; community silverware set for 8 in chest; picnic baskets & others; meat saw; meat cleaver; bottle capper; spring scales; trays; wood TV trays; wall decors; several HODA home decorative items; IRON DOG BANK; jewelry cabinet & cases; 2 nice dolls; bath & cosmetic items; atomizer; other collectibles; BOSE WAVE RADIO & others; Arvin radio in pk case; trivets; cutlery set; other nice cutlery; granite canner; canning jars; metal clothes rack; card tables & chairs; games; luggage; bedding & linens; 2 Trojan seats; Life & Look magazines in 60s; INVALID ITEMS: wheelchair-bed table-caine; LOT OF FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS; several candles; LOT OF NICE CHRISTMAS ITEMS; elec grill; gas grill; LOTS OF YARD ORNAMENTS-bird bathcement bench-cement statues; other nice ornaments; SHOP ITEMS: wood burning shop stove; elec Lawn Boy mower; lawn trailer; yard cart; gas weedeater; elec weedeater; grass seeder; front end blade for garden tractor; 2 WHEEL PONY CART; Westpoint girl’s BIKE; child’s red wagon; 22 ft. ext-ladder; 8 ft. wood ladders; 6 ft. & 2 ft wood step ladders; bumper jack; tomato cages; sprinkling can; hose & reel; some fishing items; 7’x7’ wall tent; plastic tarps; pitching horseshoes; lawn & garden hand tools; and other misc. items.

THE ESTATE OF MIRIAM L. CLARK

Co-Executors-Jack Clark & Cindy Bright ATTY: Philip Garbig Darke County Court Case #14-1-098 TERMS: Cash or check w/proper ID Lunch by Hunt’s Concessions www.auctionzip.com #10778

“Roller skates, 2 pairs: White size 7, good condition $20.

Black size 8, brand new $75. Call 937548-4050 & ask for Sharon”

“Palmetto State Armory P-TAC 16”” 5.56 1:7 carbine length M-4 Profile w/BCG & changing handle, lower, New Frontier. $575. 937-548-9302 Lifetime Warranty” Misc. for Sale “2011 Homesteader Trailer. <500 rd miles hauling. 6’x10’x5’8”” tall, 3500# capacity.

Greenville. $2,000.

657-8841 to arrange inspection.”

FURNACES $285 While Supplies Last.

TUNS 1-877-473- “BORED? Need some8867 thing to do? Come to “5x8 Lowe’s trailer, the U.C. Antique Mall! $450, good condition. 201 N. Columbia St., Union City, Ind. Check 547-0524” out Booth #3. COL“John Deere lawn LECTABLES. Coketractor, 15 HP, 38”” M&M-NASCAR-Hot cut. Good condition. Wheels-trains and a $575. 937-423-8423 lot more! Ask about or 937-417-3450” discounts!”

Deadline

for getting your GARAGE SALE in The Early Bird-

NOON THURS. GARAGE SALES Ansonia “Huge Multi-Family; 126 Dallas; May 1-2; 9-4; Twin girl items, toys, play kitchen, jeep, stroller, changing table, Precious Moments, jewelry, handbags, men’s/ women’s clothes/ shoes, books, DVDs, board/video games, drum set, tripod speaker, guitar/gun cases, household, handmade whirligig birds, misc” Arcanum/ Pitsburg “Troutwine Auto Sales, 9 N. Main, Arcanum; May 1-2; 9-4; Furniture, auto items, odds & ends”

“Moving Sale; 4194 Arcanum-Bears Mill Rd, 1 mi S Hogpath; May 1-2; 9am-6pm; 30 Years of Stuff! Old - New - Cheap!”

“104 Madison, Pitsburg; May 1-3; 8-5; Bikes, NB-adult clothes most 25¢, tires” “3229 Schnorf-Jones Rd, Arcanum; May 1, 9-5; May 2, 9-2; Casio keyboard w/stand, oak glider rocker, garden items, women’s large size clothes, home decor, bed linens, Longaberger, household items, dishes, lots of misc, old small barn door, furniture” “8630 Grubbs-Rex Rd, Arcanum; May 1-3; 9-6; Tools, household items, name brand clothes, Beanie Babies, bikes, sink, Washington Redskins clothes, other stuff!”

Greenville “1090 Buckeye; 5485492; May 1-2-3; 9-5; 3 pc solid cherry bedroom suite, toy tractors/trucks, etc, baseball cards, coins, saddle, some very old dishes, some clothes”

“1391 Sugar Maple Dr., April 30-May 1 & 2, 8-5. “”Nice”” baby girl, boys, womens & mens plus clothes; toys; car seat; desk; queen mattress/box springs; Kirby sweeper; OTR microwave; and more” “5772 Hogpath Rd., May 1-3, 9AM-5PM. Lots of baby & toddler items, including crib, changing table, dresser, household items & decor, men’s & women’s name brand clothing” “3rd Annual Sale; 6026 Arcanum-Bears Mill Rd, 1 mi south of Bears Mill; May 1-2, 9-5; May 3, 9-1; Army chests, pink Depression glass plates, antique highchair, Christmas Village buildings, garden decor, kitchen wares, Wagner Power Painter, recliner, humidifier, knee length leather coat, baker’s rack, hospital bed, deck chair, new 1/2 hp motor, MEC 600 Junior 12 ga shotgun shell reloader, other furniture, much more! Look for the Animal Shelter banner & Freddie! ALL proceeds go toward Scentral Park Dog Park” “3 Families; 1255 Highland Dr; May 1; 9-5; Lots of baby items, 2 pack-n-plays, dishes, games, much more!”

“Woodington Church, 7 miles N on SR 49; May 1-2; 9-5; Clothes - all sizes (including extra large women sizes); kitchen items, knickknacks; toys; bedding; sweeper; Amish story books; cookbooks; dresser; microwave; old wooden office chair.

HOMEMADE BAKED GOODS ON THURSDAY!”

“6657 Heller Rd; 5/1, 9-4; 5/2, 9-?; Comp desk/chair, bar stools, PS2, RockBand, Wii bundle, “270 Dogwood Dr., weight bench, lots household, May 1, 9-4. Girls cloth- decor, lots more” ing, sizes 3, 4 & 5, by Carter; PJ’s, princess “Huge Barn Sale; dresses. Everything 3852 Jaysville-St like new. Religious John Rd; Saturday, books; lots of Home May 3; 9am-4pm; Interiors; golf clubs; Furn, clothes, tons of too much to list.” misc.”

Out of County 319 Markwith Ave; May 1-2-3; 8am-?; “Russia Community Something for all! Lots Garage Sales; Fri. of Thirty-One items May 2, 9am-6pm; “1340 East Main St; Sat. May 3, 9am-1May 1-2-3; 9am-7pm; pm; Many multi-family Corner cupboard, locations.” bench, Commercial Versailles 32-bulb tanning bed, “Multi-Family; 10549 kids’ clothes, adult HB Hole Rd; May 1-2; clothes, coats, tools, Harley parts, too 9-6; Old How platform scale, full size bedmuch to list it all!” room suite, couch & “1228 Ohio St; Neigh- love seat, old hand bor Sales; May 1-3; tools, cookbooks, 9am-?; Furniture, NA- plants, household, SCAR, clothes, drum knickknacks, girls’ set, lots of misc” clothes, lots of misc” “1302 Oaktree Dr; May 1-2-3; 8a-8p; Clothes, radio, crafts, household items”

Pets of the Week GREENVILLE – The Darke County Animal Shelter, 5066 County Home Road, Greenville, has Slinky available for adoption. He is a three-year old Greyhound mix and is white and tan with short hair.

He is a friendly guy and loves to run around. He is current on his shots and will make a great walking or running companion and friend. He is ready for adoption.

Tilly is also available at the shelter.

She is a threeyear-old Mastiff

and tan with black ears and nose. She is a friendly girl and could stand to gain a little weight. She will grow to become a big girl and should weigh around 100 pounds. She is ready for adoption.

They also have a hound mix, Walker, Min-Pin, blond lab and numerous other dogs. Cats and kittens are

available for adoption.

The shelter is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday.

For information, call 547-1645.

All dogs over three months of age must have a license.

To see the dogs available, visit www.darkecountyanimalshelter.com.

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Weds. – May 21, 2014

PERSONAL PROPERTY AND HOUSEHOLD GOODS @ 3:PM REAL ESTATE OFFERED @ 6:PM 415-415 ½ NORTH GRAY AVE. – GREENVILLE

SHOWN ANYTIME BY APPOINTMENT This two unit income producing investment rental property includes 2, one bedroom apartments or can be used as one single family dwelling. Historical gross rental income is $800 to $1000 per month. ($400 to $500 per unit) The exterior is vinyl and aluminum sided with an enclosed screened front porch and a rear patio. Also included is a detached two car brick garage with rear ally access. This property has been appraised for estate purposes at $35,500 and sells with seller confirmation day of auction. TERMS: A 10% buyer’s premium shall be applied to the final accepted bid to establish the contract sale price. $3000 required down a day of auction with the balance due within 35 days from day of auction. Nice furnishing household goods will sell same day beginning at 3:PM. More info. and photos at www.midwest-auctioneers.com.

THE ESTATE OF GARY L. KISER, JOYCE KISER, POA Eric Brand, Atty. Darke County Probate Case #20131367

Midwest

Auctioneers & Realty, Inc

Mike Baker, Auctioneer/Broker 220 E. 4th St., Greenville, OH • 937-548-2640 • www.midwest-auctioneers.com

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“3 shelved TV stand with TV mount, like new, black glass shelves & black steel TV mount pole. Asking $50 OBO. 419336-1008”

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Motorcycles “2003 Electra Glide HD, loaded, EC. 937564-2589”

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AUCTIONEERS: Mike Havenar Rick Bair - Tony Bayman DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2014 9:30 A.M. LOCATION: Miami County Fairgrounds, 650 N. Co. Rd. 25A, Troy, Ohio DIRECTIONS: County Rd. 25A North of Troy. Auction to be held in the Rabbit/Poultry Barn 1956 PLYMOUTH - 1991 INTERNATIONAL CAMPER - GOLF CART - DODGE PICK-UP TRUCK - JOHN DEERE RIDING MOWER DIXON ZERO TURN MOWER - CEMENT MIXER - LOTS OF TOOLS ANTIQUES HOUSEHOLD - VERY NICE FURNITURE - ARCADE GAMES - PIQUA WOOD SHOVEL & TOOL CO. ALUMINUM SCOOP AUTOS - TOOLS: 1956 Plymouth Savoy, 3 on Tree, Straight 6, 59,844 Miles, Nice Car; 2002 Dodge Sport Half Ton Pick-up w/Topper, Very Clean; 1991 International Camper; 2001 EZ-GO Gas Golf Cart; John Deere LA 145 Riding Mower w/48” Deck, 22 HP; 16’ Gooseneck Trailer; Two Wheel Lawn Mower Trailer: Jaeger Cement Mixer w/3.5 HP, Hit & Miss Engine:; Dixon ZTR 5005 Zero Turn, 19 HP, 60” Deck; Troy Built Horse Rear Mount Roto-Tiller; Earth Quake Small Roto-Tiller; Swisher Trim-Max; Troy Built 21” Self Propelled Mower; 26” Yard Machine Snow Blower, 8 HP; Troy Built 5550 Watt Generator; DeWalt 15 Gallon Air Compressor; Small Bostitch Air Compressor; Craftsman 15 Gallon Air Compressor; Craftsman 3 pcs. Tool Box; 2 Smaller Craftsman Tool Boxes; Lawn Roller, Pressure Washer Tool Master 1750 PSI; Delta Table Saw; DeWalt Table Saw; Craftsman Table Saw; Wen 10” Miter Saw; DeWalt 12” Miter Saw; Craftsman 8” Drill Press; Cordless Drills - 18 Volt DeWalt, 18 Volt Black & Decker; 2 Roto Zips; Craftsman Belt & Disc Sanders; Small Delta Disc Sander; Craftsman 18” Scroll Saw; Miter Table; Craftsman 12” Band Saw; Craftsman 9” Band Saw; Craftsman Jig Saw; MW Radial Arm Saw; Bench Grinders; Vise; Edison Portable Lathe; Rigid Finish Nailer (like new); Firestorm Narrow Crown Stapler; Ryobi Reciprocating Saw; 101 pc. Craftsman Socket Set; Wheel Barrows; Yard Tools; Hand Tools; DeWalt Power Saw; Heavy Duty Extension Cords; Sanders; Routers; Ladders; Misc. Wood Patterns; Digital Platform Scales; Concrete Level.

ANTIQUES - COLLECTABLES - TOYS: Piqua Wood Shovel & Tool Co. Aluminum Scoop in Original Paper. Fireplace Mantel; Oriental Statues; 8 Remington Prints, Copyright 1908; Old Wooden Crate From Allen Corp, Troy, Ohio; 7 Early School Desks; Demo Buildings From Piqua Heritage Festival wlTarps; Copper Boilers; Wooden Wheel Barrow; Hall Tree; L.P. Forge; Hobart Desk; Old Playboys; Last Photo of Marilyn Monroe, nude; Arcade Games - 1986 Nintendo Super Mario, 2 Person Coin Operated Game; 1997 Off Road Challenge Driving Around Game; Great Plane Model RV-4 Sport Airplaine; World Models - F44 Corsair, 465 Airplane w/56” Wing Span; UL-1 Superior Ready to Run Hydroplane (All are Brand new in the Boxes); Tractall Peddle Tractor; 3 Wheel Bicycle; Schwinn Male Bike; Chromahart; Wood Gun Cabinet; Horton Cross Bow; Cyclone II Compound Bow; Buffalo Bill Collector Knife; Wild Bill Hickcock Collector Knife; 6 Pair Justin Boots; Porcelain Dolls; Barbie Mill Princess; 15 Volume Time Life Books - The Old West; Longaberger Baskets; Cups & Saucers; 30 Precious Moments.

FURNITURE - HOUSEHOLD (Very Nice & Clean): Maple Table, 4 Chairs & Hutch; King Size Bed & Mattress; Double Bed & Mattress: Twin Beds & Mattresses; 5 Drawer Chest; 2 Wing Back Chairs; 2 Very Nice Sofas; Quilt Rack; Wash Stand; Corner Hutch ; Deep Freeze; Gas Grill; Maple Side Board; Curio Cabinet; End Table; Lamps; Linen; Pictures; Mirrors; Dining Room Table & Chairs & Hutch; Book Cases; 3 Pc. Bedroom Suite.

AUCTIONEERS NOTE: 2 Rings Part of the Day. This is a very large sale with a lot of good furniture. Something for everyone.

Come and spend the day.

TERMS: Cash or Check with Proper 1.0. Not Responsible for Accidents. Any Statements Made Day of Sale Supercede Statements Hereon.

AUCTIONEERS MIKE HAVENAR - RICK BAIR - TONY BAYMAN (937) 606-4743 “HAVE GAVEL - WILL TRAVEL” WWW.AUCTIONZIP.COM (AUCTIONEER #4544 & 6480)

Sunday, April 27, 2014-The Early Bird PAGE 21

Visitors Bureau gives grant to three events GREENVILLE – The Darke County Visitors Bureau released the names of the recipients of the 2014 Darke County Tourism Grant. This year, three recipients were chosen. They are: Illumination Festival, Tour de Donut and a new festival entitled YOLO: Festival of Races.

The Illumination Festival started with a handful of people with a common goal in mind – to bring the top artists in contemporary Christian music to Darke County. After the first year it was clear that Darke County residents

were ready for this to become an annual event. Now in its eighth year, the Illumination Festival Committee has continually expanded and is now a twoday event with the first day geared toward youth groups.

The event also includes “5K Run in the Darke” as a part of the Wayne Health Care challenge. While there is a good representation of Darke County residents on both days of the event, more and more people from outside the community are discovering the Illumination Festival with tickets having been sold to persons

from across western Ohio, Michigan and Indiana. But that shouldn’t be too much of a surprise since they attract the top names in the music industry, such as TobyMac, Newsboys, Big Daddy Weave, MercyMe, Sanctus Real, Hawk Nelson, Superchick and FireFlight to name a few. Bands have yet to be named for this year.

The committee responsible for putting the event together includes Marty and Connie McCabe, Daryl Riffle, Dan Franks, Julie Strait, Chris Hammaker, Nick Hammaker, Jennifer Thomas, John

LARGE ESTATE AUCTION

SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2014 9:00 AM 5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 **DOORS OPEN AT 8:00AM**

Directions: Approx. 30 miles NORTH of Dayton, Ohio. From the intersection of S.R. 49 and U.S. 127 Bypass, take U.S. 127 NORTH approx. ¼ mile to Sebring-Warner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”. WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY CADILLAC – GMC TRUCK – HONDA GOLDWING – ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES – CAST BANKS – EARLY TOYS – GLASSWARE – FURNITURE – HOUSEHOLD – LAWN TRACTORS – ZERO TURN MOWERS & MORE

THE ESTATE OF JAMES A. HONEYCUTT

David Thomas Honeycutt & Stacy Lumpkin, Co-Executors Eric Brand, Attorney. DC Case #: 2014-1-020 & OTHERS Terms: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added.

• We must collect sales tax (except on Titled Vehicles).

• Visit us online: www.auctionzip.com USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information.

• Good Food & Good Times Available on Site!

• Open Friday, May 9th from 9:00AM to 5:00PM for Inspection.

Remember+++Never, Ever a Buyers (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions *WHAT YOU BID IS WHAT YOU PAY* “We work for our sellers, appreciate our buyers, and love our profession” Office: (937)316-8400 Mobile: (937)459-7686 Kirby & Staff

REAL ESTATE AUCTION SAT., MAY 3, 2014 11:00 AM 181 ARNOLD STREET, NEW MADISON, OHIO

Directions: Located at the South end of New Madison, Arnold Street is just South of the High School. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS)

This Frame Ranch Style Home features (2) Bedrooms (with room for a 3rd), Living Room w/ Hardwood Flooring, Eat in Kitchen, Bathroom, Full Unfinished Basement, (2) Car Attached Garage, Front & Rear Covered Patio’s, Natural Gas Forced Air Furnace, Central Air Cond., Nice Rear Yard w/ Hip Roof Storage Bldg. & Much More. This could be a really sweet property with just a little TLC. Check out our Open Houses and see for yourself.

Inspect This Property Make Financial Arrangements Be Prepared to Buy on Auction Day

Shown by appointment: Call: Kirby Lyons (937) 316-8400 Everett Hocker (937) 417-0748 Leis Realty Co. (937) 548-5750

Gilmore, Sean Lawrence and Ryan Berry.

The Tour de Donut is successfully ran by Rocketship Sports Management, an all volunteer not-for-profit event management company that promotes athletic events that it owns, and assists other non-profits in maximizing their return on running, cycling and multisport races. Founded in 2007, the group has produced over 200 events including state and national cycling championships. The groups is probably most known for The Tour de Donut or Colavita-Zipp time trial series though also promotes The Grand Lake marathon, The Donut Dash, Walk the line 10k, Frosty Cheeks 5k and The Wayne Healthcare Challenge.

The Eighth Annual Tour de Donut will take place in Arcanum on the first Saturday after Labor Day. The event is like no other as it combines bicycle riding and donut eating. In 2007, more than 100 racers took part and last year, more than 1,600 from 20 states and 5 countries ate 750 dozen donuts. A fun-filled weekend of activities begins Friday afternoon with Friday evening dinner rides and entertainment before the free kids’

events and rides take place on Saturday. New for 2014 will be the Double Donut event, a 64mile ride with four donut stops.

The YOLO Organization is a nonprofit organization founded by Phillip and Jodi Pierri that strives to continuously improve the community while bringing together high-energy people to promote healthy lifestyles and to embrace life to the fullest. Phillip and Jodi Pierri created the YOLO organization because of their passion to give back to their community.

The first event that the organization will host is the YOLO “Festival of Races.” All proceeds from the event will be deposited into a fund at The Hope Foundation to build a community “Splash Pad” in Darke County. The fund goal is $1 million.

“With the award of these three grants, the Darke County Visitors Bureau takes another step toward achieving its mission to attract visitors to Darke County through promotion, education and development of Tourism,” stated Roger Van Frank, President of the Darke County Visitors Bureau Board of Trustees.

Funds are made available to nonprofit tourism at-

KIWANIS SUPPORTS YOUTH

NEW MADISON – New Madison Kiwanis Club President Paul Robbins (left) presented a check for $300 to Brent Foreman (right) of Big Brothers/Big Sisters to help support their March 5 bowling outing for five local children.

Foreman also accepted a check for $250 on behalf of the Tri-Village Music Boosters to assist with their new trailer. The New Madison Kiwanis support many other local children’s programs and civic organizations. They meet on most Thursdays at the New Madison Rescue Building behind Dollar General at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Robbins, 997-3402, or visit www.newmadisonkiwanis.org.

RIEGLE RACE HONORED

GREENVILLE - Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association General Manager, Jerry Knappenberger attended the Darke County Harness Horsemens Association Awards Banquet on Feb. 1. On behalf of the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association, Knappenberger presented the Special Recognition Award for Outstanding Achievement to the Darke County Agricultural Society and DCHHA. The award was presented in regards to the Gene Riegle Memorial Open Pace held during the Great Darke County Fair in August. Last Year’s race went for $20,000.

Ron Burke trained Take It Back Terry and driven

by Dave Palone in 1:53.3. Tim Harless, Ohio Rep Jim Buchy, Darke County Ag Society President Dick Delk, OHHA GM Jerry Knappenberger, and DCHHA President Kerby Wilcox. Picture submitted

by George Starks

ANSONIA FEBRUARY SOM

SUSAN K. MIDLAM – ESTATE

Office: (937)316-8400 Mobile: (937)459-7686

937-548-5750 800-878-5751

For photos and additional information on this offering please visit us at www.auctionzip.com Enter User I.D. # 8673.

Remember, Never, Ever a Buyers (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions *WHAT YOU BID IS WHAT YOU PAY* “We work for our sellers, appreciate our buyers, and love our profession”

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

3076 Hollansburg Tampico Rd. Hollansburg, OH 45332 Wednesday May 14th, 2014 - 6:00 P.M. Open House Sunday April 27th 1-2:30 P.M. Tuesday April 29th 5-6:00 P.M. Tuesday May 6th 5-6:00 P.M

Directions: From Greenville take 127 S., turn right onto 36 W., turn left onto Hollansburg Tampico Rd. (Watch for signs)

For sale at auction is this brick ranch built in 1972, containing 1,000 sq. ft. This home hosts 3 bedrooms, 11/2 baths, kitchen and living room with a one car attached garage. This home is situated on an L shaped 1.14 Acre country lot, with A 18x18 enclosed Pole Barn and several mature trees. This home can be viewed by coming to the scheduled open houses or by appointment. Please call Rich Edwards @ 937-5473202 or 937-423-2656.

TERMS: Buyer to pay 15% down day of auction, balance due at closing. This home must sell at 2/3 of the appraisal of $61,830. No less than $41,220. Closing shall be on or before June 14th, 2014. Buyer shall have possession of home day of closing. Seller will pay taxes up to day of closing using short form pro-ration method, Buyer to pay all taxes due & payable thereafter. Have your financing arranged & be prepared to buy. Call 937-547-3202 or 423-2656 or go to www. edwardsauctions.com for more details.

JERRY D. MCCLELLAN AKA GERALD D. MCCLELLAN ESTATE,

REAL ESTATE AUCTION And Personal Property Auction

1111 New Garden Rd. New Paris, OH 45347

Saturday May 17th, 2014 Personal Property sells at 10:00 A.M. Real Estate sells at 2:00 P.M. Open House Wednesday April 30th 5-6:00 P.M. Sunday May 4th 1-2:30 P.M. Wednesday May 7th 5-6:00 P.M.

For sale at auction is this bungalow style home built in 1970, containing 1,008 sq. ft. This home hosts 3 bedrooms, 1 baths, kitchen and living room. For extra storage, there is an 1,008 sq. ft. unfinished basement. This home is situated on 1.636 Acre country lot including 3 barns - A Flat barn 80x22, Quonset 48x36 and a metal shed 20x10. This home can be viewed by coming to the scheduled open houses or by appointment. Please call Rich Edwards @ 937-547-3202 or 937-423-2656.

TERMS: Buyer to pay $3,000 down day of auction, balance due at closing. Closing shall be on or before June 17th, 2014. Buyer shall have possession of home day of closing.

Seller will pay taxes up to day of closing using short form pro-ration method, Buyer to pay all taxes due & payable thereafter. Have your financing arranged & be prepared to buy. Call 937-547-3202 or 423-2656 or go to www.edwardsauctions.com for more details.

ESTATE OF VERLE S. SULLENBARGER AKA VERLE DUANE SULLENBARGER,

REALTY CO.

View all listings at www.leisrealty.com

cess. The bureau encourages local non-profit organizations to continue to think outside the box and apply for the grant.”

To learn more about these events as well as other festivals and activities taking place in Darke County, please visit www.

VisitDarkeCounty. org.

Directions: From Greenville take 127 S. turn right onto 36 W., turn left onto 121 N. Turn right onto New Garden Rd. (Watch for signs)

Amy Midlam – Executor Travis Fliehman, Attorney.

Darke County Case #: 2013-1-245

RESIDENTIAL • FARMS • LOTS INVESTMENTS • COMMERCIAL

(3) feature new or expanded events or programs.

“This grant program is designed to encourage creative thinking to gain “new” money from tourist into our community,” stated Executive Director, Deanna York. “Many new ideas and concepts were presented during this pro-

CRAIG A. DYNES, SUCCESSOR ADMINISTRATOR, CASE # 13-1-255

Terms: $4,000 Down on Day of Auction w/ Complete Balance Due Within (30) Days of Auction. Taxes will be figured short term pro-ration to Closing. Possession is given at Closing.

Visa & MasterCard accepted w/ 3% clerking fee added.

Leis

tractions and organizations sponsoring special events and programs in Darke County.

Grants are awarded on a competitive basis, with primary consideration given to applications, which: (1) attract overnight visitors; (2) attract visitors from more than 50 miles outside of Darke County and

ANSONIA - Ansonia Elementary is pleased to present the Students of the Month for February!

Hailee Haye is a second grader who works hard and always tries her best. Her teachers say she is willing to help with anything that needs to be done and is very responsible and polite. Hailee is a good friend to others. Keegen Weiss is the other worthy candidate. His teachers say he is a good student during class that works hard and always gives his best effort. Keegan has been very responsible about completing all of his assignments. He is well-behaved during class and offers to help his teacher and classmates when he is able.

Carol Wyatt Executor- Daniel C. Schipfer Attorney – Darke County Court Case # 2013-1-230

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Pre-school applications Explore Upper Floors during First Friday for Head Start taken GREENVILLE - bonus location will be DARKE COUNTY – The Head Start classrooms in Greenville, Bradford, and Union City at Kids Learning Place in Darke County are now taking applications for three and fouryear old children for the 2014-2015 school year.

There are part-day preschool classroom sessions and home base visiting options available.

Head Start is a highquality, comprehensive preschool program that provides a kindergarten readiness education, health and social services, and nutritional programs.

The no-cost program is for low-income families who meet eligibility requirements set by federal guidelines. The program may also provide services to children that are homeless, in foster homes, and children with special needs without income restrictions.

Kids Learning Place is committed to ensuring education excellence for all the families and children

we serve. They strive for early childhood education excellence by including: * teachers with degrees in every classroom * a safe and nurturing learning environment * a research-based curriculum that is structured to focus on the child’s strengths and interests * involvement with Ohio’s “Step up to Quality” program that recognizes learning and development programs that exceed licensing, health, and safety standards.

The application process is taking place in Darke County now, call to secure your child’s spot in the program. For more information about Head Start and Kids Learning Place call their local toll free number 1-866-6274557 and talk with a local person.

Check their website at www.kidslearningplace. org or “like” their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/kidslearningplace.

Have you ever wondered what is on the upper floors of our historic downtown buildings? If so, you will want to be part of Main Street Greenville’s First Friday Upper Floor Tour on May 2 to see and discover these hidden locations!

This amazing tour will take place from 6-9 p.m. and will include four upper floor locations and one bonus location in downtown!

Also, since it is “First Friday,” downtown businesses will be open late!

The following buildings will be featured on the tour this year: 620 S. Broadway (space above Studio One Hair Design), 117 E. Fifth St. (space above The Bistro Off Broadway), 434 S. Broadway (space above Sweet Annie’s Cabin), and 301 S. Broadway (space above Countryside Bike Shop). Our

the County Administration Building, located at 520 S. Broadway.

A video-tour featuring the locations on the tour will be offered the same evening (during the same time) for those with limited mobility at The Bistro Off Broadway’s banquet room.

Tickets are $5.00 each and are available at Granny’s Corner (418 S. Broadway), Bread of Life (107 W. Main St.), The A & B Coffee & Cake Co. (501 S. Broadway), or Youniques Boutique (529 S. Broadway). Tickets can also be purchased at any of the featured locations during the event.

In addition to the upper floors featured on the tour, the following available properties (for sale or rent) will be open during the event: 100 Martin St. (open from 6-9 p.m.), 127 W.

Discover hidden treasures located in the upper floor locations of historic downtown buildings in downtown Greenville!

5th St. (open from 7-9 p.m.), 537 S. Broadway, Suite 103 (open from 6-9 p.m.), and 529 S. Broadway (open from 6-9 p.m.).

Mote and Associates, Inc., a professional design firm specializing in civil engineering and land surveying, sponsors the annual Upper Floor Tour. The tour is presented by Main Street Greenville in collaboration with Historic Preservation Month to bring aware-

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First Fridays are a monthly event presented by Main Street Greenville, a nonprofit organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and growth in historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more, visit www.DowntownGreenville.org or contact them at 937-5484998.

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‘Art at the Mill’ to feature unique photos, blown glass

Register now for Little Miss and Mr. Yesteryear

GREENVILLE - The work of Cedarville glass blower Jim DeLange and unique digital photographs produced by a method artist Doug McLarty calls “scanography” will be displayed at historic Bear’s Mill during the month of May. The show opens April 25; however, the artists’ reception will not occur until one week later on May 2 from 6 9 p.m. Appetizers and drinks will be served; the artists will speak briefly about their creations, methods, and inspiration at 7 p.m.

“This ‘Art at the Mill’ exhibit will fill our gallery with excitement and color,” said Julie Clark, retail manager and gallery coordinator for Bear’s Mill. “Doug uses the patterns, forms, and textures of natural materials combined with his gift for composition to create breathtakingly beautiful digital images, while Jim combines color and shape to produce graceful, elegant glass pieces,” Ms. Clark stated.

“We are thrilled to be displaying the beautiful, powerful work of these highly skilled artists,” she concluded.

Native Iowan Jim DeLange, a former school guidance counselor who for many years also worked as a freelance photographer as well as with stained glass, started blowing glass in 2007, and instantly knew that he had discovered a new passion. “Glass in its liquid form has almost endless possibilities,”

ARCANUM – The Arcanum Area Business Association (AABA) is seeking contestants for the 18th annual “Little Miss & Mr. Yesteryear Pageant” scheduled for May 17, 12:30 p.m., immediately after the Arcanum’s Old Fashioned Days Parade.

The event will be held at the Veteran’s Memorial Park in downtown Arcanum.

Contestants must be 3-7 years of age as of the date of the pageant and will be judged by a panel of three judges on poise (30%), personality (40%), and costume (30%). Costumes should be of an “old fashioned” theme and will be judged based on creativity. Final registration will take place at 11:30 a.m. (at the conclusion of the parade) behind the stage. However, contestants must be preregistered to participate (mail-in application).

Each contestant will receive a special gift for participating in the event.

In addition, trophies will awarded to the first and second runners up.

The Little Miss and Little Mr. will be awarded a crown, sash, and trophy.

All participants are invited to participate in the Old Fashioned Days parade. Yes Deere Hair & Nail Boutique will provide the float for everyone to

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the artist explains. “I am mesmerized as I watch the liquid glass take form beneath the touch of my hand and exhilarated when I hold the finished piece in my hands for the first time; I want others to share that excitement,” DeLange said. Clark commented that DeLange’s luminous work assumes many forms and encompasses all the colors of the rainbow, qualities that will beautifully enhance the rustic gallery space at Bear’s Mill.

Doug McLarty, a retired Air Force Colonel who resides in Xenia, uses a modified digital scanning process rather than a traditional camera to produce his unique images. His artistic vision has been described as combining a sculptor’s sense of form, a painter’s sense of composition and a cinematographer’s sense of light to reveal new perspectives on nature.

“Sometimes the results of my designs are anticipated, but more often than not, the final result

is a grand surprise,” McClarty observed. According to Clark, that element of surprise often extends to the viewer, who is astounded to discover that McLarty’s vibrant images are created using plant parts, sliced vegetables, and other such mundane subjects.

Paintings by Greenville resident Michael Glass and blown glass

by Dayton-based artist James Michael Kahle remain on display at the Mill through Sunday, April 20. “Art at the Mill” has received financial support from Darke County Endowment for the Arts. Art exhibits are on view during regular Mill store hours, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily.

Historic Bear’s Mill is owned and operated by Friends of Bear’s Mill, a non-profit organization, and is located at 6450 Arcanum-Bear’s Mill Road about five miles east of Greenville. For more information, contact Bear’s Mill at 5485112 or www.bearsmill. com.

Jones to speak to Cancer Support Group GREENVILLE - The Cancer Association of Darke County will hold its monthly support group meeting at 7 p.m. on May 1 at Wayne Health Care on the first floor in the Board Room down past the lab area.

Dr. Paul Jones will be speaking about “Fact or Fiction – Pets and Pet Care.” Come and test your knowledge.

Dr. Jones is a 1987 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

He has owned his own small animal practice in Greenville since 1989.

He is a member of the American Veterinary Association and the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association. In addition to practicing veterinary medicine in Greenville Dr. Jones has, for the past 12 years, taught police officers first aid for

Class for joint replacement VERSAILLES - Versailles Health Care Center (VHCC) invites anyone considering joint replacement surgery to a free Total Joint Replacement Class. The class will take place on May 5, 6 p.m. in The Rehab Clinic at Versailles Health Care Center. Dr. Chad Weber, Orthopedic Surgeon, along with Versailles Health Care Center Therapists, will provide information about the joint replacement journey. Call Shannon Condon, 526-0130, for more information or to RSVP.

their canine partners at a Canine Unit Training Center in Wapakoneta, Ohio. He consulted on the set up of companion animals at the Brethren’s Home and continues to care for the pets there.

Dr. Jones has three children, two stepchildren, a new grandson in Illinois, and a granddaughter who loves to visit “Grampa” at work. He resides in Darke County with his wife, Kathy, three dogs, four cats, two horses and a flock of homing pigeons.

Cancer survivors, patients, families and those concerned about cancer patients are invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.

The Cancer Association is affiliated with United Way. The Corporate Sponsors of 2014 (so far) are: Wayne Builders, St. Henry Tile Company, Berne Ready Mix, American Legion Post 140, Second National Bank, Women of the Moose 102, Leis Realty, Shrader’s and Men of the Moose.

For questions, contact Christine Lynn, executive director, 5489960 or email: director@cadcinfo.org.

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ride on. All participants that wish to ride should meet at the Arcanum School to load onto the float at 10:30 a.m., and they will be dropped off at the pageant stage after the parade. All parents should meet behind the stage in Veterans Park to register and prepare your child.

The pageant will start promptly at 12:30 p.m.

The AABA will ask for your child to also participate in the Halloween parade in October, if they are chosen as the 2014 Little Miss or Little Mr. Yesteryear, and it will be up to the winners to provide that parade entry. Local newspapers may publish

photos of the Little Miss & Mr. Yesteryear contestants.

Applications must be received by May 9, 6 p.m. and include the contestants name, age, parents’/ guardians’ name, phone number, costume description, favorite food, favorite color, and what do you want to be when you grow up.

To register for the pageant, return the application below to: Yes Deere Hair & Nail Boutique, LLC, 7820 Alternate State Route 49Arcanum, Ohio 45304; open Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, call 692-6245 or 286-8330.

Greenville Athletic Boosters Scholarship GREENVILLE – Seniors at Greenville High School have the opportunity to apply for one of five $500 scholarships to be offered. The deadline for submission is May 16.

The successful applicants will be a graduating senior at Greenville High School with a 2.5 or greater cumulative grade point average after seven semesters. The student must have at least one varsity letter during the eligibility period in any sport. (This includes athletic participants, cheerleaders, trainers, and managers.)

The individual must not be a recipient of a “full ride” academic or

athletic scholarship and must be pursuing a postsecondary education. Recipient must be pursuing a post-secondary education. Other details apply; applications are available in Greenville High School office or printable from the Athletic Booster page at www.greenville.k12. oh.us.

Please complete and return to the guidance office by May 16.

The mission of the Greenville Athletic Boosters Organization is to support and encourage academic and athletic excellence in all Greenville Student Athletes and Athletic Teams.

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GREENVILLE – Spring has finally made its way to Ohio. Individuals can be observed walking or riding their bikes. Spring is a time to spruce up our yards and plant gardens. This time of the year individuals can be seen taking care of the outside of their yard, but it is also a time to take care of yourself if you have diabetes.

Remember to test your blood glucose level. This will help guide your treatment plan by determining the effects of activity, food, and medication on glucose. It also helps to prevent hypoglycemia.

Do not forget to take your medications as directed.

Uncontrolled blood glucose can affect your heart, kidneys, nerves, mouth, feet, and eyes.

Take into account screenings which can help with diabetes control: home blood glucose testing, Hemoglobin A1c, blood pressure, lipid panel, dilated eye exam, kidney tests, foot exam, dental exam, and immunizations.

Also remember to include physical activity and exercise daily. You do not need to run a marathon to lower your blood glucose.

You may consider walking for ten minutes three times a day. Take into account for every minute of activity/exercise, you will lower your blood glucose about 1 point.

Consider having a sick day plan. Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration which can develop from nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and fe-

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Contact your doctor if you have persistent high or low blood glucose, or if you have any questions.

Life can become busy and lead to stress. Learn ways to manage stress, since it can affect your blood glucose level. You can do deep breathing or muscle relaxation exercises when you are stressed. Exercising or talking to someone about your feelings can also help to lower your stress level.

To learn more about caring for yourself with diabetes consider attending one of the upcoming diabetes events at Wayne HealthCare. The free Diabetes Wellness Program will be held on May 13, 2 p.m. This free program

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will discuss “Hyperglycemia and Hypoglycemia”.

The Diabetic Group Class series will be held on May 6, 12, 19, and 27, 6-8 p.m.

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GREENVILLE – Mainstreet Greenville‘s schedule for Historic Preservation Month is impressive. The month of May is designated as such and Darke County abounds with interesting, beautiful, and significant historic places worthy of preservation and discovery. Pick up a brochure with the schedule and participate!

The Greenville Public Library is playing its part by hosting its own historic tour on “First Friday” May 2, 5:15 p.m.

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chelle Chen, of Greenville, was recently named to the Dean’s List at the College of William & Mary for the fall 2013 semester.

William & Mary is the second oldest institution of higher learning in the United States.

This free event is an opportunity to learn about the building’s design and decor, the story of its architecture, creation and renovation, the people and proceedings of the past, and to inquire into little known stories of the over-110-year-old building.

Even though the library was built by grants from Andrew Carnegie and the Greenville Schools, the “extras” came from Henry & Ella St. Clair – the marble stairwell, the stained glass, the imported statues, and the private book collections of Henry himself. Henry’s portrait in stained glass graces the Reference Room.

To brief yourself on Library history, visit www. greenvillepubliclibrary. org and click on “About Us” then “History.” You’ll see old photographs and a year-by-year account from 1889 to the pres-

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The tour will conclude in plenty of time to attend the “Upper Floor Tour” in downtown Greenville from 6-9 p.m.

In addition to the tour on May 2 the library is also sponsoring Bill Booker’s free walking tour “Historic Downtown Greenville” on May 13.

Bill is a regular lecturer at the library on local history. The May 13 tour will reveal little known and interesting facets of the downtown. Meet at the City Building at 6 p.m.

New Paris book sale

NEW PARIS – The New Paris Branch of the PCDL will be holding a book sale during the village garage sale day on Saturday, May 10. Book sales are by donation only, and the sale will last from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Polling places announced for May 6 Primary Election

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Board of Elections announces the following polling places will be open for the Primary Election to be held May 6. Voters are urged to check the following list BEFORE Election Day to verify their voting location.

There have been no changes in the polling place locations since 2012.

The following is a complete list of Polling Locations: GREENVILLE CITY #01 Greenville City 1-A, First Cong. Christian Church, Corner Wayne & Devor #02 Greenville City 1-B, Romer’s, Walnut Street Entrance #03 Greenville City 1-C, Romer’s, Walnut Street Entrance #04 Greenville City 2-A, First Cong. Christian Church, Corner Wayne & Devor #05 Greenville City 2-B, Brethren’s Home, Brick Room, 750 Chestnut Street #06 Greenville City 2-C, Brethren’s Home, Brick Room, 750 Chestnut Street #07 Greenville City 3-A, American Legion, 325 N. Ohio Street #08 Greenville City 3-B, American Legion, 325 N. Ohio Street #09 Greenville City 3-C, American Legion, 325 N. Ohio Street #10 Greenville City 4-A, Romer’s, Walnut Street Entrance #11 Greenville City 4-B, Greenville Twp. Emergency Service Bldg., 1401 Sater St. #12 Greenville City 4-C, Greenville Twp. Emergency Service Bldg., 1401 Sater St. ADAMS TWP. #13 Adams East & Bradford Church of the Brethren, 120 W. Oakwood Avenue, Bradford #14 Adams West & Gettysburg Adams Twp. House, Corner N. Bridge & Park, Gettysburg ALLEN TWP. #15 Allen Twp., New Weston & Rossburg, Community Hall, 411 E. Main Street, New Weston BROWN TWP. #16 Brown Twp. & Ansonia Village, Ansonia First Church of God Fellowship Hall, Rear Entrance, 750 S. Main Street, Ansonia BUTLER TWP. #17 Butler Twp. & Castine Village, Butler Twp. Hall, Corner US 127 & Grubbs-Rex Rd.

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• SUVS • 13 Escape SE FWD .................. BLACK 13 Explorer FWD XLT, Leather, Moonroof, Red ....................... $26,495 13 Edge SEL AWD, Red, 34,000 mi ............................... $25,995 13 Lincoln MKT, 7 Pass., Leather .................................. $29,995 12 Expedition 4x4 XLT, Black, Nice............................. $30,495 10 Dodge Journey, Leather ...... $17,995 10 Escape 4x4 XLT, 2.5, Gray ....................................... $17,995 09 Edge SEL, Moonroof, ........... $15,495 09 Jeep Laredo SLT, 4x4, Loaded.......................................$12,995 07 Jeep Liberty 4X4, Clean......... $8,995 07 Saturn Outlook FWD, XR, Leather, ................................. $13,700

• TRUCKS • 11 F250, Reg Cab 4x4 XL, 6.2 Gas, 1 Owner, ............................... $22,000 10 F150 Super Cab 4x4, Local Trade ................................. BLUE 08 F250 Super Cab 4x4 Fx4 Diesel, 20” Wheels, Black, Clean, 4.6 V8, Clean ..................................... $20,900 05 F350 Dually Lariat 4x2, Bright Red, 1 Owner 76,000 mi ................ $19,995 04 F350 Dually Lariat 4x4, White, 1 Owner, 98,000 mi................ $18,495 00 Chevy C1500 4x2, 91,000 mi ................................ $4,995

• VANS • 04 Chev Venture AWD, Tan ..... $4,895 04 Dodge Grand Caravan, Clean .................................... $4,495

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FRANKLIN TWP. #18 Franklin Twp., Franklin Twp. House, 9040 Painter Creek Arcanum Rd., Arcanum GREENVILLE TWP. #19 Greenville Twp. East A, St. John Lutheran Church, 7418 St. Rt. 121N., Greenville #20 Greenville Twp. East B, Greenville Twp. House, 5366 St. Rt. 571E., Greenville #21Greenville Twp. West A, Eagles Lodge, 6236 Shade Rd., Greenville #22 Greenville Twp. West B, Nazarene Church, 7584 St. Rt. 118 N., Greenville HARRISON TWP. #23 Harrison West & Hollansburg, Cedar Grove Church — Family Life Center, 373 Love Rd. #24 Harrison East & New Madison, New Madison Community Center, 218 S. Harrison St., New Madison JACKSON TWP. #25 Union City Village, Union City Medical Center, 618 E. Elm St., East Entrance #26 Jackson Twp., Mississinawa Valley School, Concession Area, 1469 St. Rt. 47, Union City LIBERTY TWP. #27 Liberty Twp. & Palestine, Church of Christ, 209 Lynn St., Palestine MISSISSINAWA TWP. #28 Mississinawa Township Mississinawa Twp. House, 1228 McFeeley--Petry Rd., Fort Recovery MONROE TWP. #29 Monroe Twp. &

Pitsburg Village Pitsburg City Building, Lumber Street NEAVE TWP. #30 Wayne Lakes Village Community Building, 100 Community Dr. Wayne Lakes #31 Neave Township Neave Township House, 3880 St. Rt. 121, Ft. Jefferson PATTERSON TWP. #32 Patterson Twp., Osgood & Yorkshire American Legion, 162 S. North St., Osgood RICHLAND TWP. #33 Richland Twp., Beamsville Christian Church, 6102 Beamsville Union City Rd., Beamsville TWIN TWP. #34 Arcanum A, Arcanum School Fieldhouse, 310 N. Main St. N. Entrance #35 Arcanum B, Arcanum School Fieldhouse, 310 N. Main St. N. Entrance #36 Twin Twp., Gordon & Ithaca, Arcanum School Fieldhouse, 310 N. Main St. N. Entrance VAN BUREN TWP. #37 Van Buren Township Van Buren Twp. House, 4213 Sarver Rd., Abbottsville WABASH TWP. #38 Wabash & North Star Village Community Center, Gymnasium Southeast Entrance, 124 E. Star Rd., North Star WASHINGTON TWP. #39 Washington Township Washington Twp. House, 1573 Wagner Rd., Greenville WAYNE TWP. #40 Versailles A Worch Memorial Public

Library, 790 S. Center St., Versailles #41 Versailles B St. Denis Church, 14 E. Wood St., Versailles #42 Wayne Township K of C Hall, 8490 St. Rt. 47 W., Versailles YORK TWP. #43 York Township York Township House, 11989 St. Rt. 185, Brock The polls will open at 6:30 a.m. and remain open until 7:30 p.m.

All voters are reminded to bring identification with them to the polls.

Identification may include a current and valid photo ID; a military ID; driver’s license; copy of a current utility bill; bank statement; government check, paycheck, or other government document, other than a notice of an election or a voter registration notification sent by a board of elections, that shows the voter’s name and current address. Voters who do not provide one of these documents will still be able to vote by providing the last four digits of the voter’s Social Security number and by casting a provisional ballot.

Voters who do not have any of the above forms of identification, including a social security number, will still be able to vote by signing an affirmation swearing to the voter’s identity under penalty of election falsification and by casting a provisional ballot. Whoever commits election falsification is guilty of a felony of the fifth degree.

Anyone having questions regarding the election, candidates and issues on the ballot in their precinct or the exact location of their polling place can call the Darke County Board of Elec-

tions, 548-1835, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Board office, 300 Garst Ave., Greenville, will be open the same hours as the polling places on Election Day, May 6.

ARCANUM JANUARY SOM

ARCANUM – Students of the Month for January from Arcanum High School are Cole Burrell and Tysen Burgess. Selections were made by the faculty on the basis of accountability, honesty, and service demonstrated at Arcanum High School. Cole and Tysen were nominated because of the service that they demonstrate at AHS. Both Cole and Tysen constantly go above and beyond the call of duty to assist fellow students. Both students are willing to lend a helping hand to their peers and teachers here at AHS. The Student of the Month program is sponsored by McDonald’s and Hot Head Burritos.

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