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ACRMC invests in latest technology New state-of-the-art equipment improves patient care BY PATRICIA BEECH PEOPLE’S DEFENDER
Patricia Beech/People’s Defender Some of the staff members at ACRMC’s Cardiac Telemetry Dept.: Rachel Cummings, RN with vital signs machine; Debra Horvath, RN; Erma Hoop, RN with EKG machine; Dawn Clark, Respiratory Therapist; Tammy Akers, RN; and Aimee Sundeen, RN with ultrasound equipment.
Willman, Schneider honored by SOESC BY PATRICIA BEECH PEOPLE’S DEFENDER
The Southern Ohio Educational Service Center hosted its 19th Annual Four-County Board and Dinner Meeting March 22 at the Laurel Oaks Career Campus in Wilmington. Board of Education members, administrators, and honored guests from Adams, Clinton, Fayette, and Highland Counties were among those in attendance. Guest speaker Dr. Kirk Hamilton, the Executive Director of the Buckeye Association of School Administrators, spoke about the importance of supporting each other as teachers, administrators, and educational leaders. He encouraged the audience to remember that school districts often share common experiences in the day-today operations related to educating Ohio’s school children and encouraged educators to use a bit of humor from time to time as they tackled challenging issues. Hamilton also commended the commitment of educators and shared that contrary to popular belief, our schools and our students are out performing those of other countries. Among those accorded special recognition during the night’s events were
“Friend of Education Award” recipients. Each year, superintendents from each of the four counties are asked to nominate members of the community as Friends of Education — individuals or organizations that have contributed greatly to successes in the schools. Adams County’s Friend of Education Award was presented to Roy Willman. Willman is an active member of the Adams County community and has contributed greatly to the overall development and education of the students in the Adams County Ohio Valley Schools. Willman is the coordinator of the Junior Achievement organization that facilitates financial and career awareness for the middle school students in all three attendance areas. “Roy has been involved with the Adams County Junior Achievement initiative for 16 years,” said Tony Long, Superintendent of the SOESC. “During those 16 years and under his leadership, approximately 100 local Junior Achievement volunteers have personally been recruited by Mr. Willman, and as a result, thousands of students have benefited from his commitment.” “I’m grateful for this
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The Adams County Regional Medical Center (ACRMC), has acquired and installed world class technology that will improve critical care for area residents. The investment was made possible by the sales tax levy approved in the recent election and by grants from the Appalachian Regional
Commission (ARC) and the Ohio Department of Health. ACRMC invested in the state-of-the-art systems from Mindray, one of the world’s leading developers of patient monitoring, anesthesia delivery solutions, and ultrasound systems, to improve care throughout the hospital, from the emergency to inpatient care. “We are very proud to be able to offer the very best and latest technologies to help our fellow Adams County residents when they need it most,” said
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Welcome sweet spring time
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Residents in some parts of Adams County awoke on Saturday morning to an unexpected blanket of white, with an early April snowfall joining the recent cold temperatures. The long-range forecast does call for warmer weather to finally come to the Ohio Valley.
Peebles FFA ranked in state’s top 10 National competition to begin in May BY PATRICIA BEECH PEOPLE’S DEFENDER
Students in Peebles High
School’s FFA program are feeling justifiably proud of themselves after their chapter was chosen as one
of Ohio’s top ten in the National Chapter Competition. “Our members are so excited to have earned this award, they work endless hours on activities that
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Roland Gee, MAHR, Chief Executive Officer of ACRMC. “We thank our local residents, the state of Ohio, and the ARC for their support in helping to make this new technology possible so that we can all benefit.” Included in the acquisition were advanced solutions made available to the market only in the last year: - 1 Transport Monitor, a compact yet powerful solution for monitoring patients continuously
Submitted photo The Peebles High School FFA Chapter has been honored as one of the top 10 programs in the state of Ohio.
help to develop students, the chapter and the community,” said FFA teacher, Rebecca Minton. “Even though we are so proud of this award, our first priority is to serve locally and get students to understand how important agriculture is to our community and how it makes a difference in other’s lives.” According to Minton, the National Chapter Award program recognizes FFA chapters that successfully complete an annual Program of Activities. These activities designed to encourage its members to grow as individuals, to work as part of a team and to serve others. “There are 308 Chapters in the state and only 10 chapters are selected. Our students worked very hard to have the opportunity to receive this honor.” The Chapter has also been named a National Chapter Model of Innovation Finalist in the Chapter Development
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LOCAL NEWS
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OBITUARY
EDNA RUTH YOUNG
Edna Ruth Young, 92, of Johnstown, formerly of West Union, went to be with the Lord on March 30, 2016 at the Country Manor Living in Jerome, Pa. She was born on Nov. 17, 1923 in West Union, the daughter of Harrison and Clara (Holmes) Musser. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Norman C. Young; second husband, Harry M. Feller; grandson, Seth Young; brother, Bert; sisters, Edith, Jane, Ada and Minnie. She is survived by her loving sons, Roger Young and special friend Theresa, both of Jamestown, and Larry Young, married to the former Carol
Clark of Mt. Blanchard; step son, H. Richard Feller, married to the former Joselyn Hower, Johnstown; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Ruth was a graduate of the Marshall University School of Nursing. She retired from Adams County Regional Hospital as a Registered Nurse. Ruth and her first husband Norman enjoyed traveling throughout Europe and after retirement they wintered in Florida for many years. She also enjoyed her cats and playing the piano at church. Friends will be received from noon until time of services at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at the Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union, with the Rev. Tom Brown officiating. Burial will be in the West Union Cemetery. The family is being served by the Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland and Lafferty Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, her family suggests contributions be directed to a charity of one’s choice in memory of Edna Ruth Young.
John C. Nixon age 85, went home to be with the Lord on March 25, 2016. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Deloris Nixon, four children, nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on April 23, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. at the Kicliter Funeral Home in Palmetto, Fla. In lieu of flowers please make all donations to Tidewell Hospice.
Helen R. Henderson, 74, of West Union, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at the Adams County Manor Nursing Center in West Union. She was born on Nov. 23, 1941 in Morehead, Ky. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Dora Mae (Bays) Stegall; husband, James E. Henderson, Sr. and brother Robert Stegall.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at the Parson Mortuary in Muncie, Ind. with Pastor John Martin officiating. The interment was at the Gardens of Memory Cemetery north of Muncie. The family was served by Parson Mortuary and Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union.
Richard E. Spires age 88 years of West Union, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2016 at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center in Seaman. Mr. Spires was born on Jan. 7, 1928 the son of the late Oscar and Mary A. (Blanton) Spires in Stout, Ohio. Mr. Spires was a member of the East Liberty Church, the Manchester VFW and the American Legion. He was past president of the Adams County Airport board and a past member of the Adams County Fair board. Survivors include his wife Phyllis (Johnson) Spires of West Union; one son, Doug Spires and wife Patty of West
Union; one daughter, Teresa and husband Mike McCann of West Union; two brothers, Glenn and Victor Spires both of West Union; four grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and one great grandson. Funeral services will be held on Friday April 15, 2016 at 1 p.m. at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home with Jason Hayslip and Dan Newell officiating. Burial will follow in the Copas Cemetery with military services by the Adams County Honor Guard. Visitation will be held on Thursday April 14, 2016 from 6 -8 p.m. at the ThompsonMeeker Funeral Home.
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Winchester Happenings BY JOYCE PORTER AND FLORENCE BRYSON
We are making plans for the 2016 Caramel Festival which will be the weekend of August 26, 27 and 28. Our next meeting is April 28 at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall. The 2016 Winchester High School Alumni will be Saturday, May 7 with social hour beginning at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m. We have mailed invitations for graduating classes before 1970. If you do not receive an invitation and would like to attend please call at 937695-9977 and leave a message. The menu selection is the same as last year with either steak and gravy or Italian chicken. All North Adams graduates are invited to attend. Ted Beighle has agreed to
continue as Alumni President but we need to elect a Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer for 2017. If we do not have officers, we do not have a future alumni association. A Winchester Community Garden is being planned and coordinated by W3CU. This is an opportunity to grow your own food and meet with other gardeners in our community. We still need some clean-up of the area located across the street from the church on Tri-County Road. We will be meeting the next three Thursdays, April 14, 21, and 28 at 6 p/m. at the site. Bring your gloves and buckets to help prepare the area. There is also free firewood available on the site. We will provide more information as it
becomes available. Winchester’s Past (Florence Bryson): Frank Jacobs was born in 1912 and graduated from Winchester High School in 1930. He went to Miami University at Oxford and was in the class of 1934. He married Bertha “Bea� Smith and in 1940 they were living in Deer Park. He was working as a Sales Manager and she was an RN. They were the parents of twin sons, Robert and William.
Adams County Library News BY JESSICA DOOLEY
The Adams County Public Library is celebrating National Library Week from April 10 – 16. This annual national event celebrates how libraries transform their communities by offering everyone free access to information, entertainment, and education. Stop by your local library, and share with us why your library is important to you. Don’t miss your chance to pick up a free library bag featu ring the Adams County Public Library’s logo, while supplies last. Need to replace a lost or aging library card? Now through April 16, replacement cards are free of charge. From April 11 – 16, the library is holding a Food for Fines drive. For each canned food item you donate at the library, we’ll cancel up to $3 of your overdue fines. All food items collected will be given to local food pantries. Donations are al so welcome. Help support your neighbors in need, and erase your overdue fines at the same time. Food for Fines does not cancel fees for lost or damaged items. Now through April 29, come visit our 3-D Printer Showcase at your local library. Back by popular demand, the 3-D printer and 3-Doodler borrowed from SWON Libraries will tour each Adams County Public Library during April. A 3-D printer uses computer sof tware to create complex 3-D objects by printing layers of superheated plastic filament. 3D printing technology allows businesses and individuals to create any 3-D object you can imagine
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These friends had fun during Story Time at the North Adams Library. and design. Come try 3-D modeling for yourself with a handheld 3-Doodler, a 3D pen that allows you to create 3-D shapes by drawing freehand. Stop by to watch the 3-D printer in action, or call ahead for an appointment to have a custom 3-D object printed, subject to availability. Guiding Ohio Online AmeriCorps technology trainer Melissa will host the 3-D printer demonstrations. The 3-D Printer Showcase will be at the West Union Library April 11 through 14, the North Adams Library on April 16, 21, and 25, the Manchester Library April 18 through 20, and the Peebles Library April 26 through 29. For more
information, call 937-5442591. Now at the North Adams Library, teens and tweens are invited to submit their original artwork to our Teen Art Contest. Teens ages 11 – 19 are invited to submit their original art, including drawing, painting, photography, film, or mixed media to the North Adams Library by Saturday, April 16. Please attach your name, date, and artwork category to the back of your artwork when you bring it to the library. All submissions will be displayed in the library from April 18 through 23, and the public is invited to vote for their favorite entry in each category. Winners will be
announced Monday, April 25. For more information, call Julia at 937-386-2556. The Manchester Library is celebrating our patrons during Patron Appreciation Day on Wednesday, April 13. Stop by the Manchester Library from 1- 3 p.m. to share refreshments and visit with library staff. We’d love to see you there. All Adams County Public Library locations are open from 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Visit us online at adamscolibrary.org, or follow the Adams County Public Library on Facebook to keep up with our latest events.
ated a tire shop in Hagerman, Idaho before he retired. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by an infant sister Beverly Sears and a brother, Clifford (Nickey) Sears. He is survived by his wife Juanita Sears; two daughters, Sandy and
Robin Sears; one son, William (Bill Jr.) Sears, and one grand daughter Cloe Sears, all of Idaho. He is also survived by two brothers, Bob Sears of West Union and Mike Sears of Erving, Ky. Services were held in Hagerman, Idaho.
OBITUARY
WILLIAM M. SEARS
William “Billy� M. Sears, 78, formerly of Manchester, died March 30, 2016 at his home in Hagerman, S.D. Bill was
born March 29, 1938 to the late William E. and Bertha (Morgan) Sears. He was a US Marine veteran and owned and oper-
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Frank became Vice President of the Richardson-Merrill Drug Company working in New York City. He later was the President of the JenSal Laboratories in Kansas City, Mo. He was always interested in his home town and bought five farms and restored one home for their retirement. Sadly, he passed away at Jewish Hospital in 1967. Bea remained in the home and worked at the Adams County Hospital and died in 1999. Their son Bob died in Missouri. Bill and his wife still live in the house. Frank and Bea are both buried here. Information is due by Sunday evening and can be sent by calling 937695-9977 (leave a message) or by email @ japorter45697@gmail.com.
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Community Announcements Dream Center raffling off Gatlinburg trip The Mid West Dream Center is raffling off a 7day, 6-night trip to Laurel Point Resort in Gatlinburg. Tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100 and only 200 tickets will be sold. The winner will be drawn on May 1. For more information or to purchase tickets, go to the Mid West Dream Center Facebook page or call Church 180 at 937-3860333.
Humane Society Dinner and Auction is April 24 The Humane Society of Adams County will host their “Spay-Ghetti and No Balls� dinner and fun auction on Sunday, April 24 from 4-6 p.m. at Giovanni’s Pizza in West Union. The event benefits HSAC’s mission to end pet overpopulation in the area. Tickets are available for purchase at the Humane Society and space is limited, so reserve in advance.
ACOVSD Board to meet April 14 The Adams County Ohio Valley Local School District Board of Education will hold a board meeting on Thursday, April 14 at 7 p.m. at the Career and Technical Center.
WUHS Alumni is scheduled for May 14 The 115th annual West Union High School Alumni celebration is set for May 14 at West Union High School. Tickets will be available at Blake’s Pharmacy beginning on April 15 and will be $15 each. No tickets will be sold at the door. Social hour will be from 5-6 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. and the alumni meeting following. For more information, contact Janet Campbell at 544-3318 or 513-208-4320 or Judy Johnson at 544-5463 or 937-779-2861.
Adams County BDD Board meets April 14 The regular meeting of the Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities is scheduled for Thursday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. at Venture Productions, Inc. Tiffin Township cleanup day is April 16 To clean up the township, the Board of Tiffin Township Trustees will be furnishing dumpsters on Saturday, April 16 from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. The dumpsters are only for Tiffin Township residents and no household garbage, farm chemicals, chemical containers, appliances, paint containers, lumber, or tires will be accepted. Proof of residence may be requested. The township is not responsible for accidents and will retain all scrap metal and no early or after hours dumping is allowed. The dumpsters will be located at the Maintenance Building at 10616 State Rte. 125, east of West Union.
Peebles Alumni is scheduled for May 28 The Peebles High School Alumni is set for 5:30 p.m. on Saturday May 28, 2016 at the Peebles High School Gym. Tickets are available at Blake’s Pharmacy, Main Street Grille, Peebles First State Bank, White Star Restaurant and Peebles High School. For Aadvanced tickets by mail, contact: Naomi Adkins at 937-798-4305. Tickets sold in advance will be $15 each. Purchased after May 20, tickets will be $20 each. The main menu item will be Roast Beef. Postcards will be sent out to anniversary classes. No local postcards will be
sent. Minimal tickets will be sold at the door. Social hour will be after the dinner and meeting. All Peebles High School graduates are invited to attend. Fairbook Cover Contest still running The Adams County Fair Board is currently holding the annual Fairbook Contest for the 2016 Fair which runs from July 1016. The Fairbook Cover Page is to be 8.5 x 11 inches, has to include the fair dates and this year’s theme is “Celebrating 125 Years of Royalty� and should have the artist name. Artwork is to be mailed to The Adams County Agricultural Society, PO Box 548, West Union, OH 45693 and should be postmarked by April 1. Solace of Adams County meeting twice a month Solace of Adams County, a local community group that supports individuals who have suffered the loss of a loved one to drugs, will meet on the second and fourth Friday of every month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the second floor Conference Room of the Adams County Regional Medical Center. The group will also provide support to recovering addicts, as well as advocating prevention and bringing awareness into the community. Snacks and beverages will be provided and for more information, call 937217-1527 or email solaceofadamscounty@gmail.co m. ‘Ohio Can’ meets in Seaman Ohio Can, a non-profit group pro-active in raising money to get the community involved in drug awareness and pre-
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Celebrating 50 years together
vention, will meet on the first Thursday of every month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Seaman Community Building. The group plans on putting together meaningful events to gather support in Adams County. Snacks and beverages will be provided. For more information, call 937-2171527 or email solaceofadamscounty@gmail.co m. Alzheimers’ Support Group meets monthly Alzheimer’s/Dementia Family and Caregiver Support Group. Program is free of charge, however registration is requested. Held at Adams County Regional Medical Center, in the second floor conference room. Group meeting is held the second Monday of each month from 1- 2:30 pm. To Register or for more information, please call Robyn Gleadle at 937779-6990. The family of Stanley and Loretta (Lawson) Waters of Seaman wishes to invite friends and family to join them to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Reformers Unanimous Saturday, April 30 from 1-5 p.m. at the Seaman to meet American Legion. They were married on April 30, The Reformers 1966 at the Cherry Valley United Baptist Church by Unanimous Addiction Elder Steve Sullivan in Hamilton and have been Recovery Program is held blessed with three daughters; Carrie (Walt) Davin of 7 p.m. every Friday at Bethel, Deborah (Bill) Grimes of Nova, Ohio and 106 Rice Drive in West Beth (Devin) Gard of North Ridgeville, Ohio. The Union. For information couple has five grandsons and two granddaughters. Stan and Loretta are registered with the Lord Jesus, contact Phil Fulton at so your prayers for their continued life together are 937-587-1797 or Ron requested in lieu of gifts. Baker at 937-544-4110. Celebrate recovery A Christ-centered recovery program for people who struggle with addictions or any lifecontrolling issue will meet on Mondays from 6 -8:30 p.m. at Church 180 located at 2556 Moores Road, in Seaman. A program for children (ages 512) of parents who attend the program is available as well. For more information contact Dan Sheridan at 937-205-5464 or Carol Sheridan at 513509-3911.
Peebles Elementary releases Honor Roll PES-Honor Roll for Third Nine Weeks 6th Grade All A’s: Delaney Greer, Carrington McGlothin, Annalise Calhoun, Katy Seas 6th Grade A’s & B’s: Lacey Camp, Tori Cheatham, Chance Hall, Logan Mahan, Jacob Newkirk, Annie Schmitz, Rosa Williamson, Natalee Workman, Luke Durbin, Lauren Partin, Krys Patton, Avery Storer, Drew Cluxton, Mackenzee Hamilton, Matthew Hudgel, Lanie Johnston, Alan McCoy, Shea Perin, Ronnie Slack, Chase Taylor, Paige Wolford 5th Grade All A’s: Logan Stewart, Darby Mills, Mason Sims 5th Grade A’s & B’s: Serenity Crothers, Michael Hudgel, Tyler McDonald, Emilie Rothwell, Georgia Babb, Evan Day, Zane Knechtly, Ben Remsing, Vanessa Trotter, Ethan Beekman, Hayden Crum, Cory Reed, Grace Robertson, Remington Beckham, Hudson Gehler, Katie Lewis, Lydia Phipps, Emma Smith 4th Grade All A’s: Nathan Allen, Samantha Seas, Elyssa Huff, Gage Grooms, Kennedy Dick, Rylee Barr, Eliyah Calhoon, Ellie Stephens, Quade
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Locals win in Beef Expo Junior Showmanship Junior showmen competed in the showmanship contest at the 2016 Ohio Beef Expo, held Saturday, March 19, in Columbus, Ohio. The competition featured five age divisions with 450 participants and judging showmanship were Holly Meier, Clinton, Tenn, and Lindsey Grimes, St. Joseph, Mo. Showmanship Top Ten winners from Adams County include: Beginner Showmanship: 3. Karlie Kennedy; Junior Showmanship: 4. Fulton Kennedy; and Intermediate Showmanship: 7. Dalton Kennedy.
Editorial
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West Union People’s Defender
THEIR VIEW
No holidays for the farmer Being raised rural and growing up on a farm, a person looks at the calendar differently than those raised in or near town and we definitely were not raised to
Rick Houser The Good Old Days
understand a calendar in the same way. A farmer takes fewer holidays than probably any other person on this planet. Let me explain. On our farm we went to work before 8 a.m. and worked until 5 or 6 p.m. in the fields and after supper we worked in our garden or mowed the lawn, all those jobs that needed done but didn’t generate any cash to pay the bills. Monday through Saturday the process was repeated. What we were doing might change, but not the time spent doing it. On Sunday we didn’t work. We went to church in the morning and after a Sunday dinner, everyone rested as it was the Sabbath and the assigned day of rest. This routine was carried out summer, winter, spring and fall. A farmer sees the dates and days on a calendar but he doesn’t give much notice to the days printed in red letters. Holidays were for the most part only on Sunday. I don’t recall us ever taking a day off to celebrate Memorial Day or Labor Day. The only ones I recall that affected the schedules were Thanksgiving and Christmas. We for many years celebrated the Fourth of July as Grandpa Houser and his brother Archie were both born on that day, so the entire family gathered for a family reunion and a large birthday party. After both had passed away, this holiday faded from our calendars. When Memorial Day arrived we were setting tobacco and we would get extra help from men off work from the factories on that day. They were happy to lend a hand as help could get scarce and they were getting holiday pay from the factory so they celebrated by doing a little labor on the side. In this gesture we felt the holiday was designed to benefit farmers and help them to get a little extra done. S The same thing happened on Labor Day. We got a lot of tobacco cut and housed in the barns on that day. Maybe if our tasks at the time were in the fields and it was pouring rain, we did get a holiday. I don’t recall it ever raining on those holidays. As a matter of fact on Thanksgiving we stripped tobacco until noon and took a half day off. The only holiday I remember being
scheduled to take off was Christmas. I really don’t know why but I’m going with the obvious reasons for Christmas. As a boy I just couldn’t understand why folks that work away from the farm got extra days off from their job. We didn’t, and I thought it was because we were just so dedicated to farming and these men who worked in factories just weren’t doing enough. Some years later I left farming and I found a job in town. I learned that comparing farm work to working in town was like comparing apples to oranges. At first when I was given a holiday off, I went to the farm and worked hard and at first was seeing things from the farming side. But as time passed and more holidays passed and I got to take off those days, I actually did take the day off. And on top of that I enjoyed being off and didn’t feel guilty about it at all. Many years have passed since I went to the field six days a week and worked from early morning to sometimes past dark. A farmer is his own boss and how long or how short he works is all on his shoulders, just depends on how much he wants to accomplish in each day. In the world away from the farm there is a time to start and to stop. We are expected to work on the average eight hours a day, five days a week and there are two weeks of vacation granted to you. Anything and all things are done for the benefit of another person or persons. All that is asked is that we work the hours asked and do a good job. If the business hits financial problem or needs to repair things, it is not our problem to worry about. A farmer worries when things break. There lies the big difference. When I look at a calendar and see a day in red letters I get a little excited. I think to myself “oh boy I’ve only got a four day week to work.” Many of these holidays we get to celebrate with the family or some days we just putter around the house and enjoy the day off. The bottom line is all the work is completed and the employer is happy because he has the day off too. This is such a far cry from rural living, where every minute gained could possibly earn that farmer a little more. Neither side is wrong in their approach but it can be very hard to understand. When I farmed, it never crossed my mind that I was missing out on off days because I didn’t care. Today, however, I certainly look forward to those days off. Let’s just say I have grown to accept the business approach. Bottom line is that it is all about perspective. Rick Houser was raised on a farm near Moscow in Clermont County and loves to share stories about his youth and other topics. He may be reached at houser734@yahoo.com.
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A club I didn’t sign up for I have been to more funerals over the last few years than I care to admit. Unfortunately, most people have no idea how many lives they’ve touched while they are living, but at a funeral the family and friends left behind have the privilege of seeing the evidence of a life well lived. It has always seemed so cruel to me that many times after you lose someone you love, your title changes from something that you held in high regard to something that you never wanted to be. A wife becomes a widow. A husband becomes a widower. In many cases, a child becomes an orphan. Losing anyone is extremely upsetting, but the loss that really gets to me the most is when a parent loses a child. It’s not the way it’s supposed to happen. It’s unnatural. Their title doesn’t change, though. A parent will always be a parent, but they become a member of an unspoken ‘club’. (For lack of a better term.) It’s a club that nobody wants to belong to, and where few non-members really understand what happens there. Kicking, screaming, and casting anger at God, I became a member of that club in 1999, when I had a second trimester miscarriage and lost the baby I had been dreaming about since I was 8 years old. His name is Jacob. Later that year, I lost baby Dani. This past year would have been Jacob’s 16th birthday. It’s not a day that I would expect anyone to remember, as it’s not written anywhere besides in my heart. But for me, even after all these years, the
birthdate is still harder to times there are certain trigtake than the loss date. My gers that make the sadness baby sister understood that, be overwhelming, and that and would send sometimes, you’re just sad flowers in for no reason at remembrance, all. They know and that meant a that there are great deal. But it’s days when you still sad knowing need to talk we should be celabout it, and ebrating all of days when you those rights of couldn’t talk passage that other about it if you kids get to celetried. They brate. Starting Denae Jones know the kindergarten. Contributing importance of Losing teeth. Columnist being able to Getting a driver’s share your license. My other children and I often make story, your walk, your cookies on that day, but I child’s memories, your joymostly spend the day ful and sorrowful experidespising the fact that I’m a ences, and have no judgmember of a club I didn’t ment. They would reach out, just to let me know that sign up for. For those first few they remembered, undermonths after the loss of my stood, and show me that babies, there were many life, although different, does cards, phone calls, and indeed go on. But time and meals brought to the house. again, I kept hearing a comAfter that, I found that most mon fear. They were afraid people didn’t know if say- that over time, people ing something about it would forget their child. would upset me, or didn’t Eventually, I realized that know what to say, so they fear. I remember the first time would say nothing, which was even worse. But I a year went by and not one understood. Everyone han- single person had spoken to dles situations like that dif- me about Jacob or Dani. I ferently, and you never was at school, preparing the know what the right thing is board before the students to do. But for me, having it arrived. For no particular not acknowledged at all was reason, that realization hit me, and I couldn’t catch my very hard to take. My babies were here, a breath. A friend found me in part of my heart and soul, a crumpled, crying pile outand were taken from me side the school library without my permission. doors. I don’t even rememThat’s when I realized that ber going there. But she sat there was one advantage to on the ground, outside in being a member of this the cold and held me, which ridiculous club, other club was exactly what I didn’t members. They understand know I needed. I fell asleep the importance of knowing that night praying that no your child is remembered. other ‘club members’ felt They understand that some- the way I felt that day.
I’ve heard well-meaning people say, “Well at least you have other kids.” Yes, but they do not replace the ones I lost. People have said, ‘It’s been ___ years. Shouldn’t you be feeling better by now?’ No. There is no timeline for grief. There is no magic formula to help you get over it. I don’t dwell on losing my babies. Most days are good days now, but some days I just feel sad. And that’s okay. All of us are most likely in one type of unwanted ‘club’ or another. Maybe we have lost a spouse, a child, a parent, a friend, or lost someone to cancer, etc. The list could go on and on, but the name of the club doesn’t matter. The grief, the loss, the heartache is the same. If you are not in the club yourself, you probably know someone who is. I encourage you to reach out to those you know are dealing with loss. Even if it’s been a long time. Even if you don’t know what to say. Even if they don’t seem to be particularly sad about it on the outside. You can bet that holidays, birthdays and anniversaries that now go uncelebrated, and those rights of passage days are still very difficult for them to get through. Don’t be afraid to bring up their loved one’s name. Share memories. Bring flowers to the cemetery. Share photos they may have never seen. Maybe send them a card just to let them know you remember. Yes, bringing it up may cause a moment of sad reflection, but the joy in knowing someone remembers is powerful. Have a blessed week!
‘One Text or Call Could Wreck It All’ In an effort to make our roads safer, the Adams County Safe Communities Coalition announced recently that it has joined the “One Text or Call Could Wreck It All” campaign to stop distracted driving. The Coalition has pledged its support to help spread the message that distracted drivers are not only a danger to themselves, but everyone else on the road. “We all know that talking on our cell phones while driving is distracting, but that doesn’t stop most people from continuing to do it,” said Lt. Randy McElfresh, Post Commander- Ohio State Patrol Georgetown. “This effort is intended to educate our community about the dangers of cell phone use and other distractions while driving. We hope that once people see the statistics and realize the
danger involved, they will change their driving habits to help protect themselves, their families, and others on the road.” In 2013, 3,154 people were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver and an estimated additional 424,000 were injured in motor vehicle crashes involving a distracted driver. That same year, eleven percent of fatal crashes were reported as distraction-affected crashes. While anything that takes your eyes off the road, hands off the wheel, or mind off the task of driving is a hazard, there is heightened concern about the risks of texting while driving because it combines all three types of distraction – visual, manual and cognitive. The national distracted driving effort focuses on ways to change the behav-
ior of drivers through legislation, enforcement, public awareness and education – the same activities that have c u r b e d drunk driving and increased seat belt use. “Every driver in A d a m s County has a role in this effort,” said Debbie Ryan, Adams County Safe Communities Program Coordinator. “However, we especially want to reach out to parents with teen drivers because we know that statistically, the under-20 age group had the highest pro-
portion of distracted drivers involved in fatal crashes.” Adams County Safe Communities Coalition’s goal with this campaign is simple – save lives by getting drivers to remember that “One Text or Call Could Wreck It All.”
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ACRMC From page 1 through the medical center and integrating seamlessly with the new Passport 12m patient monitors - TD60 display telemetry unit which allows viewing of waveforms and key parameters directly on the patient-worn device, all while monitoring the patient centrally - BeneVision Central Station which integrates the patient information from all the medical center’s monitors and telemetry units and allows it to viewed from a single location - TE7 ultrasound system with its touchscreen interface and superior image quality, supporting fast, focused assessment and diagnosis when time is critical
“The Mindray monitoring, telemetry, and touch ultrasound systems are great resources that are now being used to help improve the quality of care for our patients, right here in Adams County,” said Rachel Cummings, Chief Nursing Officer of the Medical Center. Wayne Quinn, President of Mindray North America, made note of the fact that the solutions now available at ACRMC were all introduced in the last nine months. “It is not often that we see a hospital able to integrate so many of the latest technologies in such a short period. We are pleased to have been a part of the transformation at Adams County,” he added. Operating as a 25 bed critical access hospital in southern Ohio, Adams County Regional Medical
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Center hosts Hospice of Hope’s five-room Inpatient Hospice Suite. The Center also provides private in-patient rooms, Sleep Studies Center, Swing Bed Rehabilitation, Outpatient IV Therapy Suite, and Outpatient Observation. The facility includes an Emergency Department with 14 private rooms equipped with TV’s and telephones; a Surgical Suite, including two large operating suites, an endoscopy suite and a large same-day surgery suite. Services provided by specialty physicians in Out Patient Department continue to grow, as community needs for services are identified. ACRMC is certified as an American Heart Association Patricia Beech/People’s Defender Training Center, and has maintained accreditation by The Joint Commission Kathy Morrison and Rachel Cummings with the Sysmex XN 2000 Complete Blood Count machine. since 1986.
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Kathy Morrison and Lyndsey Davis with the CA 1500 Coagulation machine.
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Debbie Cropper, RN, BSN Clinic Nurse in the first floor Cardiac Rehab Area.
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From page 1 recognition,” Wilman said, “It has been my privilege to provide this service to our fifth-grade students.” Clinton County’s Friend of Education Award was presented to Juvenile Court Chief Probation Officer Deanne Whalen. Whalen began serving Clinton County in 1990 as a college intern, and “during the past 23 years, she has worked diligently to offer creative options for the judge and families to prevent students from incarceration or probation,” said Tony Long, Superintendent of the SOESC. “Deanne has the uncanny ability to show both compassion and a tough demeanor that has transformed the lives of hundreds of students.” Fayette County’s Friend of Education Award was presented was Mary Dye. Dye serves as a caring nurse as well as the certified diabetic educator at Fayette County Memorial Hospital in Washington Court House and makes a huge difference in the lives of many people. “She devotes countless hours of her ‘free time’ giving back to diabetics and their family members in Fayette County and communities beyond,” said Long, “and as a true Friend of Education, Mary provides multiple training sessions every year for both Washington Court House City Schools and Miami Trace Local School District. Highland County’s Friend of Education Award was presented Dr. Kevin Boys. Boys is the fifth president of Southern State Community College and is now serving in his seventh year. He has devoted over 31 years of his life to K-12 public education in southwest Ohio, including his service as a teacher, principal and superintendent in two suburban school districts near Cincinnati. “Boys regularly collaborates with all of the superintendents and school districts in the region to provide expanded opportunities for students,” said Long. “With Boys’ leadership and the collaboration of 30 area school districts, SSCC has doubled the number of high school students taking college credit plus classes.” Also recognized at the SOESC event was Blanchester High School
From page 1 Category. Students will interview at the Ohio FFA Convention to determine their final placing in this area. Chapters that receive a gold rating by their state FFA associations are eligible to compete for National FFA 3-star, 2-star or 1-star
ratings. The Peebles FFA will resubmit their application in May to be evaluated at the national level. “It is with the great support of our community that our members get to experience so much in the FFA,” Minton said. “We appreciate the constant help and support from our friends. We truly feel that our success is directly reflective our community.”
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Front row, from left, Stephenie Eriksson, Blanchester High School English Language Arts teacher, Ohio Department of Education Ohio Teacher of the Year District 10 State Semi-Finalist; Mary Dye, Fayette County Friend of Education Award winner; Joni Minton, Lynchburg-Clay Elementary Principal, United States Dept. of Education National Blue Ribbon Award winner; and Dr. Kevin Boys, Highland County Friend of Education Award winner; Back row, from left, Roy Willman, Adams County Friend of Education Award winner; Deanne Whalen, Clinton County Friend of Education Award winner; and Carl Schneider, West Union High School Music teacher, Ohio Department of Education Ohio Teacher of the Year District 10 Nominee. English teacher Stephenie Eriksson and West Union High School music teacher Carl Schneider who were both nominated for the 2016 Ohio Teacher of the Year Award. Eriksson, who was selected as one of ten finalists for the Ohio Department of Education’s Ohio Teacher of the year, is a National Board Certified Teacher and has been honored regionally and nationally several times by organizations for her leadership in English Language Arts including the Ohio Council of Teachers of English/Language Arts and the National Council of Teachers of English. Eriksson was also selected by Phil Delta Kappa International, the international education fraternity, for their Emerging Leader in Education program. Schneider is a National Board Certified Teacher and has taught music for 32 years at West Union High School. He has been honored by nearly every region and state music and choral organization. Schneider has also been honored nationally by the Tri State Marching Association and Phi Beta Mu, the national music fraternity, and currently serves on many regional, state and national committees to promote music education. He has written and received over $215,000 in grant money to promote music education at Adams County/Ohio Valley Local Schools. “It’s a great honor to be recognized,” said Schneider, “After 34 years
of teaching, going to work every day is still fun. Music is my hobby, and I think any time you can combine your hobby and your work, it’s a joy, and a great way to make a living.” Representing LynchburgClay Elementary for having been named a National Blue Ribbon School were Principal Joni Minton and Superintendent Brett Justice. In 2015 The U.S. Department of Education named 335 schools as National Blue Ribbon award winners, and in
Unity Farmers elect 2016 officers
November, Lynchburg-Clay Elementary representatives traveled to Washington, D.C. to receive their Blue Ribbon award from the US Secretary of Education, Arnie Duncan and the The Unity Farmers 4-H Club has elected Outreach Director Aba S. Officers for 2016. The officers were installed Kumi. in a Candlelight Ceremony on March 14. The In his closing remarks, new officers are left to right: Safety Officer SOESC Governing Board Lucy Gabbert, Historian/Reporter Jacklyn President Richard Peck Humphrey, Recreation Leader Taylor congratulated the award Newman, Treasurer Collin Hesler, President recipients and thanked all those present for the leader- Lee Hesler, Vice President Caitlin Young, ship they provide and the Secretary Christin Young, Community Service role they play in the many Officer Aden Newman and Health Officer successes that our schools Brooke Newman. have experienced.
WEST UNION SPRING CLEAN-UP 2016
The Annual Spring Clean-Up for the Village of West Union is scheduled for Thursday & Friday, April 21 & 22 Pickup and drop off times are 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Call to schedule pickup April 18 till April 20, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Water Department 544-5217 A list of items to be picked up and a telephone number must be provided. Items to be picked up must be on the curb. Items may be dropped off on Plum Street with proof of residency within West Union Corporation Limits. The following items will not be accepted: Batteries-appliances containing freon-yard waste-used motor oil-antifreeze-paint-paint cans-household garbage-construction debris.
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West Union baseball finds the win column for first time Dragons slip by Manchester 3-2 MARK CARPENTER PEOPLE’S DEFENDER Just as their softball counterparts were doing on the same day, the West Union boys baseball squad, under the direction of Coach Joe Kramer, picked up their very first win of the 2016 season on Tuesday, April 5 as they held off a late rally by the Manchester Greyhounds to hang on and claim a 3-2 win in Southern Hills Athletic Conference play. The exciting win was the first for the Dragons after opening the season with seven consecutive losses, while the tough loss dropped the Greyhounds to Mark Carpenter | People’s Defender 3-2 on the season. The game began as a Manchester’s Jared Stricklett is tagged out sliding back into third base in action match up of a pair of right from last week’s battle with West Union, won by the Dragons 3-2. handers, with Sean Frost
on the hill for the Hounds and Cody Thornberry taking the ball for the host Dragons. Depending on whose score book you looked at, Frost either came through with a nohitter and a loss or a twohitter and a loss, but nevertheless it was a loss as Thornberry pitched 5 2/3 innings without allowing an earned run and then was relieved by freshman Brandon Cornell, who picked up the save, striking out 3 of the 4 batters he faced. After the two starters matched each other with three scoreless frames, the Dragons broke through to score two runs in the bottom of the fourth. A ground ball down the third base line by Brandon Blevins left him on first base,
where he stole second and went to third when Kenneth Stephenson was thrown out at first on a dropped third strike. The next batter was Casey Mullenix, and he also reached on a missed third strike, and when catcher Colton Thornburg’s throw sailed over the first baseman’s head, Blevins trotted home with the game’s first run, while Mullenix went all the way around to third. With Mullenix at third, a fly ball to center was misplayed by Hounds’ center Rickey DeAtley, something that is a very rare occurrence, and Mullenix came home to make it 2-0 West Union. The Dragons added to their lead in the bottom of
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Dryden’s Den: Rating the Defensive Backs Defenses spend most of their time in nickel coverage against three and four wide sets. The demand for corners has never been higher. The debate rages regarding if any shut down corners exist. In Commissioner Goodell’s NFL it is tough to be a shutdown corner but that in no way devalues the posiiton – quite the opposite in fact. There will likely be at least four Scott corners Dryden drafted NFL in the Guru first round. My view: Eli Apple, Ohio State: First Round Grade – Long rangy with excellent footwork. Good tackler in space, outstanding measurable across the board. Young with growth potential. Will only get better, has the ability to be a top flight corner. Certainly a top 15 pick, potentially a top ten pick. Vernon Hargreaves, Florida: First Round Grade – Stout, thick aggressive corner. Packs a wallop, good coverage skills despite lack of size against taller receivers. Oddly similar to former Gator Joe Haden but not that caliber of a player. Doesn’t possess great speed but a very good athlete. Should be a solid corner at worst. Mackensie Alexander, Clemson: First Round Grade – Not ideal size, not overly fast but is quick. Good tackler and competitive. Quick change of direction. Will not back down, physical player despite lack of size. Kendall Fuller, Virginia Tech: First Round Grade – Perfect size for a corner. Fuller could slide due to knee injury suffered in 2015. Has all the measurable and bloodlines. Could be a steal. Big time potential, great late first round pick. Xavlen Howard, Baylor: Second Round Grade – Big kid, do not have to worry about Howard playing aggressive. Ultra-competitor with moxie, short memory, jumps right back in the fray. Played the majori-
Mark Carpenter | People’s Defender West Union’s Kristen Grooms (6) slides safely into home plate, avoiding the diving tag attempt by Manchester catcher Josie Campbell in the Lady Dragons’ 13-3 win over the Lady Hounds last week.
Lady Dragons pick up their first win in the 2016 season, downing Manchester 13-3
After six consecutive losses against some stiff competition to begin their 2016 season, the est Union Lady Dragons varsity softball squad finally broke the ice and picked up their first win on Tuesday, April 5 as they played host to county rival Manchester in a Southern Hills Athletic Conference contest. The Lady Dragons took advantage of a flurry of errors in the field by the Lady Hounds, jumping to an early 5-0 lead and never looking back en route to a 13-3 win in six innings. After West Union starter Kristen Grooms held the visitors scoreless in their first two at-bats, her offense gave her all the support she would need, scoring twice in the bottom of the first and three times in the bottom of the second off of Manchester starter Jai-lynn Hodge. The Lady Hounds pushed across a run off of Grooms in the top of the See DRYDEN/ 8 third but the home team
answered with two more in their half of the fourth to go up 7-1. After Manchester got two in the top of the fifth, the Lady Dragons took advantage of some sloppy defense to plate four in the bottom of the fifth and then with two more in the bottom of the sixth, enforced the OHSAA run-rule and claimed their first win of the spring by the final count of 13-3. Grooms went the distance on the mound, allowing just four hits for the win, while Hodge, though let down by her defense at times to the tune of eight unearned runs, took the loss as the Lady Hounds fell to 0-4 on the year. “Kristen Grooms pitched a good game and deserves a lot of credit,” said Manchester head coach John Kennedy. “She kept the ball down and held us in check very well. The big difference in the game was that we committed nine errors while they
made the plays that had to be made.” “That has been our biggest downfall so far this season. Our defense has
been very poor to say the least.” Since that Tuesday tilt, both teams suffered through a week of cancel-
lations because of the unusually cold and wet spring weather that the
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Mark Carpenter | People’s Defender West Union first baseman Emily Wilson puts the swipe tag on the diving Kya Taylor of Manchester during action from last week’s varsity softball game at WUHS.
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The last steelhead camp BY TOM CROSS SPORTSMEN’S EXIT Although the number of participants has risen and fallen over the years, the core of the group has remained steady throughout its 25 years span. Sadly, this year was its last. A quarter of century ago, Jeff Frishkorn, then News Herald outdoor columnist and since retired, brainstormed with Lake County Metro Parks’ Steve Madewell and Bob Ulas of Lake County CVB to promote Ohio’s north coast steelheading. Since then the parade of legendary outdoor writers to tromp the banks of Lake County steelhead streams has been amazing as the globetrotting outdoor media, hungry for a good story, responded. Television and radio shows, magazine covers, and countless articles in newspapers, magazines and on-line have told and retold the story about the silver bullet of game fish that temporarily reside in Ohio’s northeast Lake Erie rivers and streams. Called the Steelhead Classic in its early days, it involved trips to the trout club, local wineries, free rods and reels, and evening educational programs as Lake County sought to woo the media to their shores. Local guide service was provided, and two Lake County Metro Parks cabins on the Grand River were made available. Food, lodging, great fishing, and comradeship all were guaranteed if you were lucky enough to be invited. Outside of that was a regular handful of outdoor writers who did double duty as part-time guides, camp hands and cabin supervisors as long as it didn’t interfere with their fishing. We regulars became just that, regulars. We also became hard core steelheaders, braving elements that would have made a polar bear look for a den. The five or six that could always be counted on to show up regardless of the weather formed a bond that only those who have been a part of a fishing or hunting camp for many years could understand. Our vocabulary became river names, fly pat-
WUHS From page 7 area is experiencing. Weather permitting, the Lady Dragons were scheduled to be back in action on Monday, April 11, hosting Eastern Brown in SHAC action and then on the road to face the red-hot Peeblesarea is experiencing. Weather permitting, the Lady Dragons were scheduled to be back in action on Monday, April 11, hosting Eastern Brown in SHAC
Dryden From page 7 ty of snaps in man – often without safety help. There are going to be a lot of defensive coaches clamoring for this kid on draft day. Will be a good one. William Jackson, Houston: Second Round Grade – Tall rangy corner, good speed. Will bring the lumber despite lack of weight. Has the frame to add size without losing speed, will stick his nose in. Has earned his way going the juco route, plays with a chip on his shoulder. Somewhat risky pick but ceiling may be higher than those ranked above him. Artie Burns, Miami: Second Round Grade – Raw, somewhat of a project. However, may have the most athletic upside of any corner in the draft. The perfect frame and gate, with time could end up being a top flight corner Maurice Canady, Virginia: Third Round Grade– Big corner with surprising quickness. Aggressive style versus the pass and run, good punt returner as well. Some will look at the plays he gave up but one must consider the defense he played on – often in coverage for an extended
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THE PEOPLE’S DEFENDER SENIOR PROFILE SPORTS EDITOR’S NOTE: Each week, The People’s Defender will profile an Adams County senior student/athlete so our community and readers can get to know better these outstanding young people who participate both in athletics and academics in their high school. NAME: Jack Behr SCHOOL: Peebles High School PARENTS: Kevin and Kathy Garza-Behr SPORTS PLAYED IN HIGH SCHOOL: Baseball, Track, Cross-Country FAVORITE SPORT: Baseball FAVORITE THING ABOUT HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS:Competition, physical fitness
LEAST FAVORITE THING ABOUT HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: Cold, rainy days, Saturday Submitted photo games or meets
Steve Pollick and Tom Cross with a Lake Erie steel- MOST MEMORABLE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS head. terns, stream conditions, and weather forecast. Hiking two miles up a river in 30 degrees to find steelhead wasn’t unusual and some steelhead haunts became legendary. When somebody mentioned “Museum Property”, “Oxbow” or “Kiel’s Rock”, everybody knew where that was. Through the years though what once was a great media event morphed into more of a fishing camp as the story became less and less a topic for the outdoor page and its participants wanted to fish more and write less. As the numbers dwindled that core group of fishermen became grayer and grayer and somehow, like time had gotten away, found they were closer to 70 than 60. That group included Jeff Frishkorn, Steve Pollick, Paul Liikala, Bill Kiel, Mike Mainhart and myself, and we attended nearly every steelhead camp for 25 years. Sadly this year, camp host
FAVORITE MUSICAL ARTIST OR GROUP: Any classic rock
FAVORITE SPARE TIME ACTIVITY: Hunting and working out
PLACE YOU'D LOVE TO TRAVEL TO: Bavaria
FAVORITE RESTAURANT: Ponderosa
YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE: “How The West Was Won.” FAVORITE TV SHOWS: NCIS, Family Guy FAVORITE SCHOOL SUBJECT: Any History class
MOMENT: First time and coordinator Jeff medaling at the county XC Frishkorn announced it meet and puking at the finish
would be his last. Age, health, and time had taken its toll on our gracious host and where once he could hop over the rocks in a stream, he now walks with a cane. Our group had reluctantly resigned itself that this will be no more and cherished one final lap. The weather for the last steelhead camp was two sunny days and one rainy morning, better than years past. Twenty steelhead were caught. I caught the first, Steve Pollick the last. Two Fish Ohio qualifying steelhead were also caught. Newcomers Larry Moore and Matt Markley caught their first steelhead. It was as usual a great camp. By quitting time at noon on Thursday we were all on interstates heading different directions with a saddening awareness this would be the last trip home from the last Steelhead Camp.
action and then on the road to face the red-hot Peebles Lady Indians on Tuesday afternoon. West Union will also stay in-county and inconference on Thursday, April 14 when they travel to North Adams. Still searching for win number one, the Lady Hounds were slated to battle Whiteoak on Monday in SHAC play, before hosting Fayetteville on Thursday and Peebles on Friday.
RBI): Johnson 2-0-0-2, Campbell 3-0-1-1, Taylor 2-0-0-0, Lucas 3-1-2-0, Schiltz 3-0-1-0, Grooms 22-0-0. McFarland 1-0-0-0, K. Young 2-0-0-0, White 3-0-0-0, Sandlin 2-0-0-0, Team 23-3-4-3.
MHS 001 020 —3 WUHS 230 242 —13
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Extra-Base Hits: Campbell 2B, Lucas 2B MHS Pitching: Hodge (L) 5.2 IP, 5 H, 13 R, 5 ER, 9 BB, 3 K
, MHS Hitting (AB-R-Hperiod of time. If I’m a GM, this kid certainly doesn’t get by me in the third round – would consider him in the second. KeiVarae Russell, Notre Dame: Third Round Grade – Tremendous athlete but his experiences at Notre Dame could be a movie script. Despite all of the negatives (including a foot injury), Russell’s raw ability will be hard to pass on. Eric Murray, Minnesota: Fourth Round Grade – My favorite defensive back to watch who could be a steal if he falls into the later rounds. A physical player, always willing to stick his nose in the fray. Very hard hitter, good coverage and a better athlete than advertised. This kid will find a way on the field, great to have a guy like this on a roster. If available in the fourth, I’m picking him. Donte Deayon, Boise State: Fourth Round Grade – Diminutive, played with a chip on his shoulder due to lack of size. Is a sticky corner with great football instincts and a nose for the ball. Very quick, can change direction on a dime. His bravado along with ball skills will get him on the field. Jonathan Jones, Auburn: Fourth Round Grade – Tremendous athleticism, can flat out fly. However,
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very frail body which has led to a history of injuries. May be overlooked due to being only 5’9”, but with an NFL strength program, could be a steal as a slot corner.
Dragons From page 7 the fifth, when the first three hitters all reached on Manchester errors. A Blevins ground ball to shortstop brought home Jacob Miley to make it 3-0. The Greyhounds finally got on the board in the top of the sixth, when Hunter Conley led off with a base hit to center, and went all the way to third when Frost was safe on a West Union miscue. A base hit by Thornburg brought home Conley and a sacrifice fly off the bat of Kaulen Cox sent Frost home to make it 3-2. Thornberry was replaced on the mound by the freshman Cornell who struck out Jared Stricklett swinging to leave the tying and go-ahead runs on base. After the Dragons went down 1-2-3 in the sixth, the Hounds had one more opportunity in the top of the seventh with Cornell still on the mound for West Union. The young right hander made quick work of the Manchester batters, striking out Kaige Cox, getting DeAtley on a pop out to short, and then striking out Conley swinging for the game’s final out in a one-run win for the Dragons. No matter which score book you refer to, Frost pitched a whale of a game, even in defeat, striking out 12 West Union hitters and not allowing an earned run. Unfortunately for the senior hurler, the Manchester offense could only muster four hits off the offerings of Thornberry and Cornell and seven errors by the Hounds’ defense was too much to overcome.
WOULD LOVE TO TRADE PLACES FOR A DAY WITH: John Wayne FUTURE PLANS: Marine Recon. COMING THIS WEEKEND: Drew Coppock from North Adams High School
Both teams were set to be back in action on Monday, April 11, weather allowing, with the Dragons traveling to Eastern Brown and the Hounds playing host to the Whiteoak Wildcats. MHS 000 002 0 —2 WUHS 000 210 x —3 MHS Hitting (AB-R-HRBI): Conley 4-1-1-0, Frost 3-1-0-0, Young 3-0-0-0, Thornburg 3-0-1-1, Kaulen Cox 1-0-0-1, Applegate 2-00-0, Stricklett 2-0-1-0, Kaige Cox 3-0-1-0, DeAtley 2-0-0-0, Team 23-2-4-2.
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WUHS Hitting (AB-R-HRBI): Miley 2-1-0-0, Kramer 3-0-0-0, Cornell 30-0-0, Blevins 3-1-1-1, Stephenson 3-0-0-0, Mullenix 2-1-0-1, Thornberry 2-0-0-1, Grooms 3-0-1-0, Cummings 2-0-0-0, Team 23-3-2-3.
West Union’s Cody Thornberry was the winning pitcher in the 3-2 triumph over Manchester.
MHS Pitching: Frost (L) 6 IP, 2 H, 3 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 12 K, 90 pitches
Cornell (S) 1.1 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 3 K, 24 pitches
WUHS Pitching: Thornberry (W) 5.2 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 0 ER, 2 BB, 5 K, 72 pitches
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HILLSIDE SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION
Drivers: CDL–A 1 yr. exp., Earn $1,250 + per week, Great Weekend Hometime, Excellent Benefits & Bonuses, 100% No Touch/ 70% D & H 888-406-9046.
Hurry and Join our team today! New State of the art facility coming soon at 299 Commerce Drive! Now Hiring STNA's and RN's Full-Time and Part-Time positions available
SEARCHING FOR A CAREER? We are seeking individuals with general machine shop know-how looking for a full time position in a niche industry. The position/s to be filled are first shift. Pay scale is market competitive and commensurate with experience. We encourage interested individuals to fill out an application and drop off resumes during hours of operation (M-F 8-4:30) at: 10402 West Fork Rd. Georgetown, Ohio 45121. Please call 937-378-0220 with questions.
Maintenance Position Core Composites Cincinnati 4174 Half Acre Road Batavia OH 45103
Experience with electrical, hydraulic, small tool repair, plumbing skills are of interest. Hourly rate with overtime based on qualifications and experience. Great benefits including Health insurance (medical, dental, & vision), 401k matching, paid vacation, Core stock program, health club benefits, company paid life insurance, and great people to work with.
300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED FOR RENT in Winchester, 2 BDR Apt, No pets, Good references required, $450 month, plus deposit, includes water, sewage, trash 937-544-3761.
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS: Island View Apartments at 302 Cemetery St., Manchester. We offer 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for family, elderly, handicap, or disabled residents. Rent based on 30% of adjusted income. Contact Kay Chandler 937-549-1324 or Richards Management at 1-800-750-0750 for details. TTD/TTY 800-877-8339. This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider. An equal housing opportunity.
405 - LOTS & ACREAGE LAND FOR sale by owner: Gently rolling 19 acres with approx. 800 ft. road frontage, featuring a large stocked lake. Located on Brannon Rd. just mins from Mt. Orab and SR 32. Western Brown Schools. $113,000 with owner financing possible. Call 937-444-4379 for details.
ERINHOUSE APARTMENTS
504 - BUSINESS SERVICES
NOW OPEN Logan's Lane Green House 2749 Logan's Lane West Union 937-544-0114 Vegetables, flowers, berries, herb plants, hanging plants, kiwi vine, grape vine, goji berry, & heirloom tomatoes. Open Daily 10-6 & Sunday 11-4.
READY TO PLANT GARDEN TILLING All backhoe work Drain lines, ditches, culverts, driveway repair and maintenance 937-205-7732.
Please apply in person or send resume to droush@coremt.com Core is an equal opportunity employer
Applications for senior housing will be taken at Village Garden Apartments, 1520 Dorsey Road, Winchester, Ohio, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. To qualify you must be income eligible and be 62 years of age or older. For more information call Samantha Taylor at 1-800-553-7393 ext. 257.
“This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
Little Caesars HELP WANTED
USE YOUR TAX RETURNS WISELY......
Now accepting applications for one and two bedroom apartments. For details call 937-795-2504
RIVERBEND APARTMENTS 1890 Vista Circle Aberdeen, OH. 45101
INCOME QUALIFICATIONS DO APPLY AND RENTAL ASSISTANCE MAY BE AVAILABLE
TDD #419-526-0466
“This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
Open Interviews Friday, April 15th at the New Firehouse on North East Street, Hillsboro, OH Starting Pay $8.50 an hour
606 - FARM MACHINERY
608 - FARM PRODUCE
INTERNATIONAL SQUARE Hay Bayler $850.00, Cutter & Hay Conditioner $950.00 Call 937-254-6600.
Revival
Revival
Peebles Pilgrim Holiness Church
East Fork Stouts Run Church
April 12th - 17th Evangelist: Adam Buckler Tuesday - Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Casey Harness Preaching-
April 21st - 23rd, 7 p.m. April 24th, 6 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday
Wayne Harper PreachingSunday night
Special Singing:
Ever yone Welcome! Contact Pastor Wayne Kennedy for more details ~ 937-587-1813.
Thursday: Casey Harness & Family Friday: Satisfied Saturday: Jimmy Kirk Sunday: Local Singers
Candidate must be organized, dependable, energetic and patient care focused with excellent customer service skills. Apply in person at: 3564 Lawshe Rd. in Peebles, Ohio or call (937)587-2522 We look forward to meeting you!
FOR SALE MANCHESTER TURN KEY BUSINESS Well established bar & grill D5 liquor license (liquor, wine, beer, and carry out) with food service license. Business includes all equipment and furniture. Includes private, spacious fenced in beer garden, 27 foot bar inside, also has large pool room. Above the business features over 2300 square foot of living space, 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath room, office space, and large kitchen. Private parking and entrance separate from business. Asking $119,000 or may negotiate partial trade of rental property in the Manchester area.
Serious inquires ONLY. Call 937-725-5196. 614 - HORSES/LIVESTOCK 615 - MISC. FOR SALE FOR SALE Angus Bulls 18-24 months EPD's, Vet tested breeding soundness. Lucky Lane Farms, Hillsboro, 1-1/2 miles West on S.R. 138. Questions call Kent 937- 763-6513.
FOR SALE: Roasting pigs or butcher hogs. Bookings & delivery available. Call Hattan Farms 937-780-6401.
615 - MISC. FOR SALE
FOR SALE: Butcher Beef. Buy half of half, half or whole. MarchApril bookings. Call Hattan Farms 937-780-6401.
REFRIGERATOR $125, Stove $125, Freezer $125, Contemporary Glass server $125. Peebles area. All appliances are white. Call 317-413-7906.
YARD SALE April 14, 15 & 16, 702 E. North Street, West Union; Furniture, Clothes, Toys & misc.
901 - SALES
AUCTION REAL ESTATE
Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 9:30 A.M. Location: 3760 Wheat Ridge Road, Amish Community Building, West Union, Ohio
Wheat Ridge First Annual Amish Community Auction of Fruit Trees, Shrubbery, Nursery Stock. We will be selling 800-1000 lots of quality landscaping and botanical items.
AUCTIONEER: Herbert Erwin (937) 544-8252
Apprentice AUCTIONEERS: Brad Erwin • Brad Greene
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R5 - MLS# 1481080- New Listing - Nice 3 BR 2 BA home located in town. Great curb appeal. Has updated kitchen cabinets and windows. Large mster bedroom with full master bath. Home has Central Heat and AC. 24x36 detached garage with heat, AC and Bathroom. Also has concrete driveway and a carport. Nice country view for a town lot. Great home for the price. $95,000.
R1-MLS# 1486752 - NEW LISTING - GO FOR IT! Your family will love this attractive home located in a lovely residential area of West Union. Huge L.R., eat-in kitchen w/all appliances included, dining area, 3 BR, 2 Bath, and laundry room. Also, 32 x 24 detached garage, covered front porch, public water/sewage. IMMEDIATE POSSESSION after closing. A home to make your family proud and priced at $88,500.
R6 - MLS# 1485982 - 2 bedroom home on a full basement. Hard wood or carpeted floors. Forced air natural gas heat and central air. Ready to move in with most of the home recently remodeled. Asking $69,900.
R7 - MLS# 1456396 - PRICED REDUCED! LOVELY TO LOOK AT - Step inside this attractive brick home with 2 car attached garage on spacious corner lot in West Union. This impressive home has step saver kitchen with all appliances included, open dining area, LR, 3 BR, 1.5 baths, and laundry. Hardwood flooring, propane gas FA furance, CA, and secruity system. Manicured lawn and landscaping, extensive back deck for your summer entertaining. A delightful family home and proudly offered at $125,500 was $130, 000. R21 - MLS# 1463528 - NEW PRICE REDUCTION! Nice low-maintenance home; perfect for 1st time home buyer, retirement, or investor! Home has L.R., eat-in kitchen/appliances, 2 bdrms., 1.5 bath, full basement, spacious backyard, covered front porch & back. City water and sewage. Was $69,000 NOW ONLY $64,000.
R23 - MLS# 1451253 - 100 % FINANCING AVAILABLE to qualified buyers Stately home on corner lot. This home has hard wood floors throughout. Old style with character. New roof and gutters w/downspouts, new fixtures in bath. Two story on full basement, brick and vinyl, hard wood floors, fireplace, has character on a corner lot. Public water and sewage. NOW $92,500. Was asking $97,500.
C2 - MLS# 1484497 - Priced Reduced! Excellent Income producing properties! Seven total units with gross monthly rents at $2725.00. Single family home, duplex, and four mobile homes. Potential to purchase duplex and two mobiles or home and two mobiles separately. Don’t miss this deal! Call 937-205-2060 for details. $70,000. $94,900.00.
R 32 - MLS# 1481095 - NEW LISTING - INSTANTLY APPEALING when you step inside this 3 BR, 2 bath home located in the outskirts of West Union. Brimming with an array of updates including the renovated kitchen with beautiful maple cabinetry and ceramic tile flooring. Master BR with adjoining full bath, covered back deck, two storage buildings, large lot with garden space, public water and sewage. This home has been meticulously cared for and is move-in ready for your family. Motivated seller is asking $72,500.
cluded, family room w/fireplace, luxurious master suite, huge walk-in closets, large laundry room, delightful 2H10 - MLS# 1487305 - NEW LISTING - LEAVE THE tiered side/back deck, covered front porch, 4 car deCITY LIGHTS BEHIND and enjoy a simpler life! This tached garage, storage building, and more. A place to country home has 5.43 acres w/L.R., eat-in kitchen, BR, unwind naturally at the asking price of $168,000. bath, sunroom and utility. Recently remodeled and a work in progress! New laminate flooring throughout. C3 - MLS# 1454586 - HUGE PRICE REDUCTION Perfect for that weekend retreat! Country right outside BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY - OWNER FINANCING TO QUALIFIED BUYER! Immediate possession on this your door for the asking price of $75,000. commercial building; formerly used as beauty/barber H2 - MLS# 1470085 - NEW LISTING - THE HOME H11 - MLS# 1481694 - NEW LISTING - Possession day shop. Many possibilities. City utilities. Call for more deYOU WAITED FOR! This attractive and inviting country of closing. State Highway location near West Union, tails. Asking $20,000. NOW ONLY $12,000. home is sure to please the entire family! Offering, foyer, 3.26 wooded acres featuring a 3 bedroom 2 bath brick great room, dining room, kitchen w/all appliances incl., home. Large DR, kitchen has oak cabinets and center- C5 - MLS# 1419908 - HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! AT4 bdrms., 2 full baths, and laundry. Huge back deck and island, range and dishwasher. Wood burning fireplace TENTION INVESTORS! Great business opportunity attached garage. Excellent location, in Winchester in LR, large closets, utility room and office. Handicap with this two story brick that has six separate units. Two township, just minutes from SR32. An exceptional op- accessible ramp and walk-in shower in Master BR, 2 - store-fronts, plus four - 2 BR second floor apartements, portunity for one fortunate family for the price of car detached garage bldg.. 24 x 14 deck $4,000.00 back all currently occupied. It will pay for itself plus give you to new owners for floor coverings. Lawn tractor stays. a tax - sheltered cash flow. An opportunity that deserves $150,000. Located near WUHS. Asking $120,000.00. your immediate investigation. Call for more details. WAS $59,000. NOW ONLY $49,900. H4 - MLS# 1475951 NEW LISTING - OLD FASHIONED COUNTRY LIVING in this 2 BR, 1 bath home H15 - MLS# 1479095 - NEW LISTING - SANCTUARY located in Unity area. Plenty of room to build on with FROM THE CITY - You’ll discover privacy and seclusion V4 - MLS# 1482514 - 14.8 Acres - Premium acreage 3.32 acres, country water, septic, wood and gas wall still exists when you view this unique 10 acre property, across the road from Tranquility Wildlife Area. Approxiheat. Detached garage and barn. A happy alternative to offering excellent hunting opportunities w/wildlife galore! mately two acres of woods, remainder open and tillable. Enjoy taking your morning walk down along tranquil wa- Hunting, hiking, several building sites, many possible city living for the asking price of $89,000. ters of Brush Creek. This country home has L.R. uses. Water, eletric, internet available. Excellent access H6 - MLS# 1485453 NEW LISTING - COUNTRYSIDE w/French doors leading off to the relaxing screened-in from Old State Route 32 or Shelby Road. Owner would VIEW! Sitting high on a ridge is this 2 BR, 2 bath sin- back porch, D.R./kitchen, 2 BR, 1 Bath, laundry, 2 car consider split. $56,000. gle-wide. Several updates including new heating/central attached garage and storage shed. 12 X 24 back deck air system, septic system, and new carpet throughout. leading to an above ground pool. So much to enjoy - the V6 - MLS# 1399090 - THE PERFECT SITE FOR YOUR Detached carport and country water. Owner will do land sights, sounds, and fresh country air that you’ll never FUTURE - 2 country acres with all utities available. Convenient location and priced at $19,900. contract to qualified buyer. The price is right! Only want to go back to the city! Asking $142,500. $22,000. H21 - MLS# 1407814 - OUT OF THE TENSION ZONE V8 - MLS ID# 1456130 - PRICED REDUCED!!! Great H7 - MLS# 1481115 - NEW LISTING - Very neat and - On 5 acres off a quiet lane, set amidst towering trees, site for that cabin in the woods! Almost 20 acres of clean 3 bedroom 2 bath manufactured ranch home. green lawns, and colorful plantings is this 3 BR 2 Bath woods, perfect for hunting, ATV riding, or just to getVaulted ceilings, newer roof and furnance, open floor ranch home. Features include a 25 x 25 spacious sun- away from it all! Electric available. Asking $49,900. Now plan and level acreage. Open floor plan and detached room with woodland views from expansive windows, only $40,000. R35 - MLS# 1483372 NEW LISTING - INCREDIBLY CONVENIENT - Located on outskirts of town, this solid brick ranch combines convenience with a touch of country living. Home has spacious L.R./dining area, family room, kitchen, 3BR, 2.5 bath and utility. Attached carport, storage building, city water and sewage. Needs some TLC. Handicapped accessible. Owner wants an offer! Asking $98,500.
R27 - MLS# 1477041 - YEARNING FOR YESTERDAY? Try this older 2-story colonial in mint condition in West Union. Home features (3) bedrooms, (1) bath, full basement and hot water heat. All new windows, carpet and vinyl throughout. An additional 92 x 63 adjoining lot goes with this property. All this for the very affordable garage. Located in a rual neighborhood. Asking L.R., dining room, eat-in kitchen with all appliances inprice of $77,000.
ROSIE YOUNG .........................513-403-4126 PAT MUSTARD.........................937-728-0633 BILL HOLTON...........................513-312-1043 LAWRENCE (LARRY) YOUNG..........544-3479 DALE MENDENHALL ......................544-5385 LESLIE MCCLANAHAN............937-544-2400 OMAR VANCE ..........................937-217-2189 JOE R. GUSTIN.................................544-2224 NANCY ATKINSON..........................587-3728 JANET WAGNER ..............................373-3111
DANNY DICK ...........................937-779-7930 CRYSTAL SUTTERFIELD ..........937-779-1951 EARL JONES............................937-779-7078 WALT YEAGER .................................544-2434 LUCINDA HANSGEN .......................544-3353 MARTI KNAUFF .......................937-217-9344 JESSE MCKINZIE .....................513-218-2541 NELSON ATKINSON ........................587-3728 BRENDA MCCLANAHAN ................695-0257 NANCY REID............................513-377-2707
HOMES R2 – SEAMAN – Frame home featuring 1179 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, kitchen & dining room, storage room, gas & electric heat, city water & sewer, new windows, covered front porch. Asking $49,000. R4 – SEAMAN – Frame home with vinyl siding, 1574 SF living area plus unfinished basement, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen & dining room, fuel oil furnace, hardwood floors, front porch 12x10 building. This make a nice home to live in or make a nice rental property, home needs a little TLC. $39,900. R6 – PEEBLES – 2-story frame home with vinyl siding, 2047 SF living area, public water/sewer, partial basement, 3 BR downstairs, 5 unfinished BR upstairs, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, electric heat, 1car garage. This home is a fixer-upper and could be set-up as 2 separate apartments, has a lot of new drywall & electric, good income potential. PRICE REDUCED TO $34,900. R8 – PEEBLES – Frame home with vinyl siding, 1240 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living & family room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, full finished basement with 3 BR & TV room, hardwood floors, 30 ft. above-ground pool with deck, city utilities, heat pump, nice .6 acre lot. PRICE REDUCED TO $105,000. R10 – RIPLEY – Home and boat dock located on Ohio River, home has 1473 SF living area, 2 BR, 1 ½ baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, gas furnace, C/A, county water, back & side decks, 0.84 acre lot. PRICE REDUCED TO $59,900. R12 – SARDINIA – POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING – Block home built in 1970, 1500 SF living area, 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, gas furnace, pellet wood F/P, public water, septic, Pergo hardwood floors with some carpeting, water softener, 5-car attached garage. $109,000. R14 –SEAMAN – Combination brick/vinyl sided home, 1120 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, electric heat, A/C, city water/sewer, washer/dryer hookup, 1-car att. Garage, carport, 14x20 barn with storage. $89,900. R16 - NEW LISTING - PEEBLES - Double-wide featuring 1008 SF living area, 3 BR 1 1/2 baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, electric furnace, county water, septic, front & back porches, 24x24 detached garage, 0.643 acre lot. $49,900. R18 - PEEBLES - Frame home with vinyl siding, 1584 SF living area plus full finished basement, upstairs has 3 BR, 2 full baths, large living room and large eatin kitchen with appliances, basement has 3 BR, full bath, living room, kitchen and laundry room, lots of cabinets in upstairs & basement, elec. heat pump, C/A, 2propane heaters, public water & sewer, washer/dryer hook-up in upstairs & basement, 2year-old shingled roof, front porch & back deck, all solid wood doors, hallways are wheelchair accessible, . Great for multi family or mother-in-law suite. PRICE REDUCED TO $79,900. R20 – STOUT – 0.799 acre with 14x70 mobile home, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, electric furnace, laminate flooring, mobile home is in good condition but does not have a title, septic system also needs repair. $19,900. R24 – ABERDEEN – 100x100 lot with 2009 DW (28x40) in great condition, 1120 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, utility room, electric furnace, C/A, city
water/sewer, carpeting & vinyl, front & back porches, wheelchair ramp, new 10x16 building, concrete driveway. This is a must see – PRICED TO SELL AT $69,900. R25 - NEW LISTING - MANCHESTER - Beautiful well-maintained home with historic character and contemporary conveniences, 1832 SF living area, basement, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, hardwood floors, stained glass & new windows, newer natural gas furnace, 3 fireplaces, city water/sewer, located out of flood zone. This is a MUST SEE. $70,000. R26 – ABERDEEN – Brick home in nice location featuring 1718 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen, utility room, sun room, all appliances, nat. gas furnace, C/A, gas F/P, city water/sewer, laminate flooring, 1-car garage with workshop, storage building, fenced yard. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE – PRICED TO SELL – AT $109,000 – OWNER HAS MADE RECENT IMPROVEMENTS. R30 – SEAMAN – Frame home with vinyl siding, 2 BR (could be 3), 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with range, elec. heat, A/C, laminate flooring. Nice starter home or rental property in nice location. $39,500. R32 - MANCHESTER – POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING - Frame home with vinyl siding, 1034 SF living area, full basement, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, elec. heat, city water & sewer, floating floor, wheel chair ramp, 0.674 acre lot. $39,900. Additional 3.05 acres available with 5 mobile home hook-ups for $15,000. HOMES WITH ACREAGE H4 – FELICITY – 5 acres with 14x70 mobile home, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, electric furnace, C/A, 2 city water taps, 2 septic systems, 2 electric hook-ups. $35,000. H6 – PEEBLES – 1.016 acres with 1987 mobile home with addition, 1563 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen and dining room, all appliances, 2 electric heater, fuel oil furnace, 2 A/C, well, tile floors, new carpeting, enclosed front porch + rear porch, 24x30 detached garage, 8x24 storage building, new chain link fence around back yard. THIS IS A MUST SEE – PRICED TO SELL AT $49,900. H8 – NEW LISTING – PEEBLES – 2.316 acres with 2 septic systems, property features a 12x65 mobile home redone inside, kitchen with appliances, C/A, gas & electric heat, also included is a 1983 33 ft. Chevy Imperial Holiday Rambler motor home in good shape inside and out (84,000 miles), new 12x32 garage, good to live in or to use as a weekend retreat, located close to the lakes to fish, swim, etc. PRICED TO SELL AT $29,900. H12 – BLUE CREEK – 2 acres with 1983 Whitney DW (24x60), 1440 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 baths, living room, eat-in kitchen, electric furnace, county water, dishwasher, home is in need of some repair. PRICE REDUCED TO 32,000. H24 – MANCHESTER AREA – 17.5 acres with 2 homes, 1st home is brick with 4 BR, 2 full bath, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, refrigerator, range, washer & dryer, electric & wood furnaces, C/A, county water, all new windows, 2-car attached garage, front porch & 2 back porches, 2nd home has 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, utility room, property also has several barns, 40x30, 36x36, 2 small utility buildings & shed, small pond. $239,000.
Due to OUTSTANDING SALES We need NEW LISTINGS
H28 – OTWAY – Nice 3 BR, 1 bath home in the country sitting on 42 acres in Scioto County, mostly wooded (1 acre tillable), pond, property also has a 3 BR, 2 bath mobile home, detached garage, blacktop driveway, ready to move into. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE. PRICED TO SELL AT $110,000. H30 – MANCHESTER – 1 ½ story brick home featuring 3426 SF living area plus full finished basement, 5 BR, 3 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, 2 nat. gas furnaces, 2 C/A units, gas F/P, hardwood & tile floors, 2-car att. garage, front porch, 2 decks, 18x36 in-ground pool, 18x32 pool house. This is one of the nicest homes in the county. PRICED TO SELL AT $289,900. H40 – DECATUR – 1+ acres with brick home, 1782 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with range, utility room, propane furnace, F/P C/A, county water, 2 wells, septic, 24x24 detached garage, porch, back deck, 8x12 barn. This is a MUST SEE – PRICED TO SELL AT $124,900. FARMS F1 - NEW LISTING - BLUE CREEK AREA - NICE CABIN & BARN ON 32 ACRES -32.299 acre get away, nice 2 BR cabin, large tobacco barn, good hunting with a mix of woods & open fields, lots of road frontage of Phipps Road & Blue Creek Road, perfect retirement home, ONLY $129,900, additional 26 acres available. F3 – RUSSELVILLE – Approximately 50 acres (needs surveyed) of good farm land, acreage is almost all tillable with very little woods, 2 barns (48x36 & 48x24). Asking $3,800/Acre. F6 - PEEBLES - 28.631 acre mini farm with equipment, 1996 Clayton DW, 1475 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, elec. heat pump, C/A, wood stove, 2-car att. garage with storage room, 2 barns, shed, orchard, grape arbor, equipment too numerous to list. Property has abundant wildlife and would be a hunter's paradise. Call for more details. PRICE REDUCED TO $224,900. F10 – BENTONVILLE AREA – 89.223 acre farm with approx. 70 tillable acres, Old 2336 SF farm house not in livable condition but could be rehabbed, 12x20 garage, 3 barns (48x36, 72x48, 28x26), corn crib. Good location, land could be farmed or developed. PRICE REDUCED TO $279,000. F11 – WEST UNION – 11.004 acre mini horse farm has 1999 DW, 1596 SF living area with full basement, 3 BR, 2 1/2 baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, gas furnace, C/A, county water, deck, 2-car carport28x70 barn with 16x24 lean-to, 7 horse stalls, small barn, electric fences, creek, 30 ft. above ground pool. $129,900. F17 - HUNTINGTON TWP. - 77.83 acre farm with remodeled 1 1/2 story brick home originally built in 1800's, 2200 SF living area, partial basement, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen & dining room, large laundry room, propane furnace, A/C, county water, new windows, hardwood floors, 3 barns (32x48, 32x48, 28x46), 28x36 crib. Acreage mostly pasture & tillable. PRICE REDUCED TO $209,900 – MAKE OFFER.
$17,900. L4 – LAKE WAYNOKA – 2 very nice building lots totaling 0.75 acre in close proximity to lake located in private community. PRICED TO SELL AT $4,500. L6 - MANCHESTER - 3.05 acres located within village with city water & sewer, 5 mobile home hookups. $15,000. L10 – WEST UNION – Very nice lot 0.706 acre lot in nice restricted subdivision, city water/sewage available, excellent spot for new home. PRICE REDUCED TO $19,500. VACANT LAND V1 – NEW LISTING – WEST PORTSMOUTH – 1.87 acres joining Shawnee State Forest, county water, well, septic system, electric service on property, small barn. $24,000. V2 - BLUE CREEK - 3.75 wooded acres surrounded by Shawnee State Forest. PRICE REDUCED TO $12,000. V3 – NEW LISTING – PEEBLES – 44.508 mostly wooded acres offering a beautiful view, great hunting with lots of wildlife, great place to build. $110,000. V6 - WEST UNION - 5 mostly level acres in nice location on SR 125 near Panhandle, county water, septic system, large barn, nice place to build. $50,000. V7 – NEW LISTING – BLUE CREEK AREA – 26 ACRES, WOODS, BARN, HOMESITE – 26.471 acres, older barn, nice homesite, about 5 acres meadow, remainder wooded, good hunting area, lots of frontage on Blue Creek Road, also fronts of Phipps Road, ONLY $59,900, additional land available. V8 – GEORGETOWN – 5.01 acres in nice location $25,000. V10 – WEST UNION – 6 wooded level/rolling acres joining the Chapparal Prairie State Nature Preserve. PRICE REDUCED TO $32,000. V12 – MANCHESTER – 27 acres ideal for hunting/recreation, water & electric available. $49,900 – POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING. V14 – MANCHESTER AREA – POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING – Agent owned 3.028 wooded acres with some timber, great for camping, water & electric available. PRICE REDUCED TO $7,500. V18 - STOUT - 20.106 acres adjoining Shawnee State Forest, approx. 12 acres of woods, county water, septic, 36x24 barn with concrete floor, RV camper. PRICE REDUCED TO $55,000. V28 – MANCHESTER AREA – 10 partially wooded acres with county water available, excellent place to build a home nestled in the hills of Adams County. PRICE REDUCED TO $19,900.
BUSINESS B6 – PEEBLES – INVESTMENT PROPERTY - Building with 6 apartments (3 with 1 BR & 3 with 2 BR), each apartment has refrigerator & range, building also has a store front, new metal roof. $39,900. B10 – WEST UNION – INVESTMENT PROPERTY – 1.94 acres with 4 mobile homes that rent for $300/month each, house which rents for $425/month, Big Red Barn rents for $500/month, additional home rents for $200/month (caretaker lives in home and gets a rent reduction), 4 additional mobile home hook-ups. $155,000. B16 - WEST UNION - 1 acre with old Grange Hall building, building is 1792 SF, own a piece of history, BUILDING LOTS L2 – WEST UNION – 2.69 acre building lot located would make a great auction house, nice level lot in Barnes Subdivision. PRICE REDUCED TO with county water and electric. $29,500.
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HOME H-408//AFFORDABLE COUNTRY HOME!-Situated in a scenic location of Southern Ohio. Home has 3 bedrooms with walk in closets, 2 full baths, utility room, open living room and kitchen, covered rear deck to enjoy the wildlife and flowing stream, plenty of garden space. Situated on 1.317 Acres near Shawnee State Forest, The Nature Conservancy, and The Ohio River, plenty of outdoor activities. Asking $52,500
old metal roof. A detached 2 car garage with electric, a black top drive, large back yard. This home is tastefully decorated and in great condition!! $79,500
HA-327//REDUCED!!-RUSTIC RANCH HOME & 3 ACRES-Situated on a corner lot with frontage on state highway and side street, home features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths custom built kitchen cabinets, 3 storage buildings, car port and side porch. A 28x28 barn, beautiful pine grove. And 16x30 garage. Asking H-410//MAKE AN OFFER! - OWNER NEEDS A $89,900 QUICK SALE!-HOME& GARAGE!- 3 bedroom, 2 story home, featuring a living room, family room, utility HA-454//AFFORDABLE PRIVACY!! - Enjoy fishing, room, a sun room, central air and heat, everything in swimming, and canoeing, just across the street from good condition. One car garage featuring electric and Beautiful Ohio Brush Creek, 6.49 acres mostly concrete floor and a 2nd story with 2 rooms, in need wooded, open yard, an older mobile home with 2 bedof TLC. This property is one lot over from The BEAU- rooms in good condition, near the Amish Community and shops, would make a great weekend get-a-way or TIFUL OHIO RIVER . $24,500 permanent living, septic and city water. $29,900 H-411//-SHAWNEE STATE FOREST ACROSS THE STREET!!-Split level home with 4 bedrooms, 2 full HA-460//HOME & 6.5 ACRES-1620 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 2 baths, large open living and dining room with a fire- full bath, minutes from town, peaceful country setting, place. Large kitchen, a den, enclosed rear porch, partially wooded and open land. Kitchen features many closets, central air and heat. Great location for abundant cabinet space with an island, making food outdoorsmen, short walk to the Ohio River, short drive prep a breeze, and convenient laundry room. Sliding to golf course Shawnee Marina and Ohio Brush Creek glass doors open to a walk-out deck. Open and spaMarina. Additional 7 acres available that joins the cious floor plan that is ideal for family gatherings, large living and family room with fireplace. Master suite Shawnee Forest. Asking $89,900 boasts a walk-in shower as well as a garden tub with H-433//NEW LISTING!!-ROCKY FORK LAKE!skylight overhead. All bedrooms have nice closet 1 1/2 blocks from the lake, a 2320 sq ft home, in- space. Storage shed, new central air unit, new roof, ground pool and pool house, mature trees, a wrap siding and windows. Land is gently rolling with small around deck, many large windows for natural lightning, pond and partially fenced. Asking $135,900 2 sitting rooms with a fireplace in each, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. This home has many possibilities and much HA-461// COUNTRY HOME & 10 ACRES!!-Property is rolling wooded land abundant with white tail deer, character. $87,500 wild turkey, grouse and other small game. DW home only 10 years old, open floor plan, 2 bdrm, 2 full bath, utility room, front and rear deck, wood burning fireplace, electric heat, central air and city water. A large outbuilding with 220 electric, also a run in shed, and spring. Property is situated in a scenic location and only a few miles from the Beautiful Ohio River. $76,500 H-435//NEW LISTING!!-CHARMING FAMILY HOME!-Convenient location! A 2 story home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 large bedrooms on the 2nd level with nice size closets, a main level bedroom with a huge walk in closet. Open living room, attractive kitchen with stainless steel appliances, hardwood floor, and att enclosed porch, a laundry room, central air & heat, 7 year
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HA-463//JOINS NATURE CONSERVANCY! - 2 Bdrm home, pole barn and 2 other outbuildings, situated on 2.17 acres with county water and much road frontage, would make a great weekend retreat, hunting cabin, or permanent living. $39,900
HA-464//HUNT-FISH-OR JUST ENJOY THE SURROUNDINGS!!-33.529 ACRES-Beautiful flat to gently rolling land with several hiking or riding trails, open
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and wooded land, a 2 acre stocked lake plus a stocked pond. This property is situated on a quiet county road near a State Nature Preserve making for a great wildlife habitat abundant with white tail deer and wild turkey. A large combination barn with electric and a 3 bedroom ranch home in good condition with a covered side and front porch city water. This Gorgeous Paradise is a rare find! Asking $229,900 HA-465//NEW LISTING!!-New LISTING!!-Farm House and 2.5 acres, featuring 4 bedrooms, eat in kitchen, living room, dining room, enclosed back porch. An above ground pool with a deck. Large yard, a detached garage, situated a few miles out of West Union back a lane. Asking $95,500
HA-466//NEWLISTING!!-NATURE AND SERENITY!Cozy cabin featuring 2 bedrooms, open kitchen and dining area, fireplace with stone hearth, a great room with cathedral ceiling, 2 sets of French doors leading to a deck, garage, and separate outbuilding, a car port and patio. Above ground pool with a nice deck. 14.3 acres some open land around the house, mostly wooded, and 2 creeks, large amount of road frontage on a county road. Near Shawnee State Forest and Nature Preserve. Would be a great hunting cabin, weekend get-a-way or permanent living. $876,500
F-397// END OF THE ROAD PRIVACY!-53 Pristine Acres & Amazing 3 level farm house, featuring 5000 sq ft of living space, 4 bdrms( with potential for more), 3 ½ baths. 17x21 Master with his/hers walk-in closets, Jacuzzi tub and raised dbl vanity. Large country kitchen with loads of maple cabinets, bar area incorporating the large open great room, magnificent 2 story stone wood burning fireplace, providing a dynamic atmosphere, cathedral ceiling, a full finished walk out basement w/mother-in law suite and or great hang out for the kids, plus an unfinished 2nd story bonus room with heat and air, att oversized 2 car garage. 32x56 Amish built pole barn with 2 overhead doors for a drive-thru, work shop, a basketball court, concrete floor, and stalls. 16x20 equipment shed. Also a 14x72 newly remodeled mobile home situated on the farm for rental income or tenant housing. Approximately 12 acres of woods, abundant with wildlife, great hunting or nature viewing. This Home was built in 2002 by one of the county’s finest craftsman. Come view this exceptional treasure! Many extras! Asking $499,000. V-555//NEW LISTING!! WEST UNION AREA! BUILDING LOT SITUATED-In a new restricted subdivision with beautiful homes, black top streets, city
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V-625//GREAT HUNTING OR RECREATIONAL LAND!-3 Acres-Situated not far from the Ohio River, Beautiful Ohio Brush Creek and The Nature Conservancy, Water and electric are available, mostly wooded land. Asking $10,500
V-628//NEWLISTING!!-OHIO RIVER LOT-Over 100 ft of Ohio River frontage. Nice lot with county water and electric available. Great area- Rural and Quiet. Only $19,900 V-631// GREAT BUILDING SITE!-8.369 Acres of gently rolling land, open and woods, electric and water are available, convenient location, several attractive homes in the area, Privately situated at the end of the dead end road. Call for Details. Asking $29,500
V-632//NEW LISTING!!-VACANT LAND-11.297 ACRES!-Property is flat to gently rolling mostly tillable, featuring 2 creeks, excellent building site or recreational property. Electric and water are available. $37,500 COMMERCIAL C-122//GREAT LOCATION!-On State Route 41 just pass Walmart, 2.84 acres all city utilities, Owner ready to Sell! $169,500. WANTS AN OFFER!
C-130//EXCELLENT EXPOSURE!-1.19 Acre-Corner of State Route 32 and State Route 247, excellent location for a business. Asking $249,900
C-400//NEW LISTING!! DREAM OF OWNING YOUR OWN BUSINESS!-TURN KEY OPERATION-A state licensed Daycare Facility-completely set up and running, Licensed Administrator and a fully licensed staff, office equipment, fully furnished, everything new, commercial kitchen, 2 baths, offices, classrooms, parking, playground with equipment and new chain link fence, all up to code. To many details to mention, call with questions. Make an offer. Asking 185,000
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12 West Union People’s Defender
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
REAL ESTATE
AUCTION
Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 9:30 A.M. Location: 3760 Wheat Ridge Rd, West Union. Amish Community Building.
We will be selling Quality Guns - Ammunition Gold & Silver Coins - Tools HOMES #1474606 - Winchester - $64,900 - Reduced! This property consists of a 2 story duplex and a single wide mobile home, all 3 are currently rented. Located on a corner lot in a nice rural town right off of SR 32 and only 30 minutes to Eastgate. This home could easily be converted back into a large home for your family! #1474084 - West Union - $59,900 - 2 Bedroom home in convenient location in West Union, Full basement, nice large backyard, walking distance to grocery store & courthouse. Anxious Seller!! #1473573 - West Union - $69,900 - 3 Bedroom home with aluminum siding, unfinished basement, enclosed porch, appliances, 32x32 detached garage, enclosed front porch, back covered deck, concrete driveway. #1477628 - Manchester $18,200 - 2 Bedroom home located in town, large back yard, needs some TLC but cheaper than rent! The home next door is also for sale, would make good rental investments. #1477630 Manchester - $14,000 - 2 Bedroom home located in town, needs some work, currently rented, good rental property. The home next door is also for sale, would make good rental investments. #1478443 - Manchester - $29,900 - New Listing! Neat & Cozy Home! Very efficient, new shingle roof, ceiling fans, hardwood floors, security system, all appliances stay, newer drywall & electric, large outbuilding, privacy fence. This home would make a great starter or retirement. Payment cheap! #1486562 - Peebles - $149,000 - New Listing! Beautiful newer home located on cul-de-sac in great neighborhood. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached garage, concrete driveway, hardwood & carpet, gas stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings, all appliances included. Must See!!
#1487932 - Peebles - $52,000 - New Listing! 2 Bedroom home located in village of Peebles, nice starter or retirement home, detached garage, payment would be cheaper than rent! HOMES WITH ACREAGE #1441515 - Manchester - $94,500 - 3 Bedroom Ranch, only 7 years old, new carpet & paint, large open floor plan, central air, sitting on 4+ acres with new detached 24x20 garage. This home qualifies for no money down loan! Immediate Possession.
#1478250 - Manchester - $149,900 - Don’t miss this beautiful Ohio River property! Cottage with full walk-out basement, very cozy! Nice large yard, decks & concrete
patio, great for entertaining outdoors. Can walk down to the river, have your own dock! The views are amazing!! #1485597 - Peebles - $164,900 - New Listing! Nice 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home with 2 car attached garage sitting on 3 acres, laminate & carpet, wood windows, electric heat pump, central air, jacuzzi in master, walk in closets, 12x10 breezeway & blacktop drive. Detached 32x30 garage that is insulated & heated, also large pond, great location! This home is adorable!! #1487487 - West Union - $141,900 - New Listing! Very nice 4 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home sitting on 1.5 acres in nice country location just outside of West Union & short drive to Seaman, 2 car attached garage, concrete drive & sidewalks, laminate flooring, electric heat pump & central air, vaulted ceilings, vinyl windows, nice patio deck on back. Appliances stay. This home is like new! #1487858 - Lynx - $46,500 - New Listing! Great buy in the country. 2 Bedroom home, could be 3, well insulated house with shed. Located on 1.6 acres with county water & septic. Agent Owned. #1488860 - Lynx - $349,900 - New Listing - 53 Acres w/ Brick & vinyl 3 bedroom, 3 bath home, 2 car attached garage, walkout full finished basement, oak kitchen w pantry, all appliances included, gas fireplace, security system & surround sound, central air, 1 acre stocked pond, 32x64 pole barn w/30x20 section finished/insulated, 12x16 shed, and unfinished log cabin, borders Nature Conservancy!!
VACANT LAND #1487246 - West Union - $10,900 - New Listing! Nice level building lot, almost 2 acres, state highway frontage in good location minutes from town & short drive to SR 32, no restrictions. #1485068 - Blue Creek - $97,500. 63.9 Acres of Rolling Wooded Hunting Land! This property is loaded with wildlife! Perfect for your weekend getaway or could even build a permanent home with electric & water available. #1487274 - Lynx - $12,900 - New Listing. Great place for your weekend getaway! Private 3.58 Acres with a pond. No restrictions. #1488716 - Lynx - $459,900 - New Listing - 184 Acres of vacant land with over 2,000 ft of Brush Creek frontage & alot of country road frontage on both sides of the road, this property has open fields and wooded timber ground, great hunting joins Nature Conservancy, large barn on the property, must see this one! #1488372 - Lynx - $55,000 - New Listing - Brush Creek Frontage, over 200+ feet! This is a great recreational property for the boating & fishing lovers, you can boat to the Ohio River from this property, must see!
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GUNS: Smith & Wesson Mdl. 17 22 cal. K22-only 250 made; Winchester Mdl. 94 22 Mag.; Winchester Mdl. 94 22LR; Remington Mdl. 870 Tactical 12 ga.-Never Fired; Stoeger "Coach Gun" 12 Dbl. Brl.-New in Box; Springfield Armory XDM 9mm. New In Case w/ 4 magazines; Smith & Wesson 9mm. w/ 2 magazines New In Case; Ruger LCR 357 Magnum 3" brl. New in Box; Ruger LC9 9mm. w/ Laser Red Dot Sight & 2 magazines-New in Box; Bersa Thunder 380 380 ACP w/ 3 magazines-New in Box; Kahr PM9 9 mm. w/ Crimson Trace Laser & 2 magazines; Smith & Wesson 38 Special Airweight New in Box; Bersa Thunder 380 Combat w/ 3 magazines New in Box; Walther PPK/S 380 ACP w/ 2 magazines New in Box; Kimber Gold Match 11 45 ACP w/ 4 magazines New in Box; Rock River Arms Operator 5.56 mm. LAR-15 w/ 6 30 rnd. magazines New in Box; H & R Special 22 cal.; Colt Mdl. 1901 38 cal. w/ U.S. Holster; Smith & Wesson 38 cal. Made for England-Lend/Lease; Civil War Pinfire-imported; L.C. Smith Under Lever dbl. brl. 12 ga.; Springfield Mdl. 1873 U.S. 45-70 Trap Door w/ Bayonet; Winchester John Wayne 32-40 cal. Unfired Commemorative; 1967 Winchester Classic 30-30 Lever Action w/ Outstanding Condition & Fancy Figured Wood Stock; 1947 Marlin Mdl. 36R Small C 30-30 - Very Nice; Kel-Tec Mdl. P-11 9 mm. w/ case; Colt New Service 455 cal.; The Regent 22LR 8 shot; Hi Point Mdl. CF-380 380 cal. Semi-Auto.; Beretta Mdl. 1934 9 mm. Semi-Auto.; Walther Mdl. PP 22LR Semi-Auto.; EAA German 38 Special & 357 Mag.; Accu-Tek 380 Auto. w/ 3 clips; Titan 25 cal. Auto.; Iver Johnson 5 shot; Jiminez Arms Mdl. JA-22 22 cal. Semi-Auto. w/ 2 clips; Jennings J-22 22LR Auto.; Taurus Hidden Hammer 38 Special w/ case; Cobra CA-380 Stainless 380 cal. Semi-Auto.; Phoenix Arms Mdl. HP22A 22LR cal. Auto. 2 barrels & case; Cobra Derringer 22 cal. w/ box; Kahr Arms 9 mm. Semi-Auto. w/ case, Marlin 1908 Patent 22 Pump; Winchester Mdl. 94 30-30; Marlin Mdl. 336 30-30; Mossberg Mdl. 835 12 ga. pump; Krieghoff Montage Sempert & Krieghoff Suhl dbl. barrel w/ rifle barrel-Rare & Fancy; Pardner 20 ga.; Thompson Center Arms 22 cal. Super 16; Remington 1100 12 ga.; New England Pardner 410; Winchester Mdl. 1890 22 cal.; Thompson 50 cal. Renegade; Winchester Mdl. 94 38-55 cal. Legendary Frontiersman; Winchester 1890 22 cal.; Winchester Premier 22 cal. Octagon pump; Winchester Mdl. 37 20 ga.; Winchester Mdl. 90 22 cal. Octagon barrel; Winchester Mdl. 67 22 Bolt Action; 410 ga. Dbl. barrel; Winchester Mdl. 55 22 cal.; Stevens Lever Action; Winchester Patent Date Oct. 7, 1879 Octagon Barrel; Marlin Mdl. 90 12 ga. Over/Under; Winchester Mdl. 55 22 cal.; Winchester Mdl. 1890 22 Pat. Date June, 1888. AMMUNITION: 2000 rounds 7.62 X 39 mm., 2000 rounds 223 cal., 2000 rounds 9 mm., 1000 rounds 45 cal., 1000 rounds 380 Auto., 250 shells 12 ga., 180 rounds 308 Winchester. ACCESSORIES: Simmons Mdl. 1200 Sporting 15-45 X 50 scope, Glock Tactical Light in case, Tactical Rifle case/blankets, Bushnell Ranging binoculars, pistol cases, gun cleaning rods, Velbon tripod, gun magnet, nylon slings, leather & nylon holsters, cartridge bag, Caldwell shooting bags, gun lock, camo stock covers, Speedfeed stock, 20 round magazines for FMAR 308, asst. clips, more. GOLD COINS: 1849 $1.00 piece, 2-$2.50 pieces, 1-$5.00 piece. COINS: MORGANS: (3)1880 Unc., (3)1881 Unc., 1890-S, 1891, 1899-O, 1900, (3)1921 Unc.; 1921 Peace, 1922-D Unc. Peace, 1922 Unc., (2) 1922, (2) 1923, 1925 Peace; 1892 Barber 25 cent-1st year; Barber dimes: 1902, 1902-O, 2-1907,1912-D, 1913, 1914, 1916; 1856 1/2 dime, 1887 10 cent, 1891 10 cent, 1964 10 cent, 2-1979 Unc. $1.00-Narrow ring, 1980-D Unc. $1.00 Susan B. Anthony, 2006 Liberty Commemorative 1 oz. Fine Silver, 2009 $1.00 Proof, 1856 1 cent Slant 5, 1854 1 cent, 1864 2 cent, 1865 2 cent, Belgium 10 centimes(Minted 1832-1856), Bicentennial Quarters(4-D, 4-P), Buffalo Nickels, 2-V Nickels-1925, 1926; 1943 Steel cents(16 pieces), Mexican Centavos(1936, 1942, 1946). TOOLS: Craftsman Sander/Polisher, Porter Cable Speedmatic Router, Ryobi Router complete, Craftsman Laser Trac Mitre saw, Sun Rite Propane heater, Chicago grinder, Central Pneumatic Air Nailer, Bostitch 18GA Nailer, Senco GT90 Cordless Framer, Benchtop 10 in. Compound Mitre saw, misc. Climbing Harnesses, box Senco Nails, Homelite Electric Log Splitter, Dorner Conveyor System Salesman kit, Kobalt Tool Caddy, DeWalt Ryobi Circular saw, Task Force Circular saw. MISC.: Set Mac Tools Motorsport Pocket Knives, Set Motorcycle Saddlebags, Econo Cut Mower Sections Display, Selmer Clarinet w/ case, Sunbeam Ceramic heater, Kodiak Turkey Hunt Vest. Watch website for updates. TERMS: CASH, GOOD CHECKS LUNCH
AUCTIONEER: Herbert Erwin (937) 544-8252 Apprentice AUCTIONEERS: Brad Erwin • Brad Greene
West Union People’s Defender
LOCAL NEWS
Commissioners hold night meeting SUBMITTED BY BECKY BRODT
The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on March 29, 2016 in the Adams County Government Center, with the following members present: Stephen Caraway, Brian Baldridge, and Paul Worley. The meeting was opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Commissioner Stephen Caraway. The minutes of the previous regular session were approved and spread upon the pages of the Commissioners’ Journal. Roll Call Vote: all yeas. Barbara Lund met with the Board to express concerns about controlled burns in the county. Ms. Lund also expressed her thoughts on the need for a county park. The Board and Ms. Lund discussed the need for more litter control in Adams County. JFS Director Sue Fulton met with the Board to discuss personnel, contract amendment to be approved, and general updates.
It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the amendment to the purchase of service contract between the Board of Adams County Commissioners through Adams County Job and Family Services and FRS. The amendment of this contract is for the purpose of increasing the amount the contract by $100,000, upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton.Vote: Baldridge, yea, Caraway, nay, Worley, yea. The Board Chairman signed the Ohio Community Development Block Grant Program Status Report for Grants BC-15-1AA-1 and B-C-151AA-2, upon the recommendation of ECD Director Holly Johnson. It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the resignation of Robert Crothers from Adams County EMS effective March 29, 2016. The Board would like to thank
Mr. Crothers for his service and wishes him future success. Roll Call Vote: all yeas. It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to appoint Shirley White to the Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities for a term commencing March 29, 2016 and ending March 29, 2020. Roll Call Vote: all yeas. The Board held a phone conference with Tom Hollett of Maximus Consulting to discuss the details of the Adams County Cost Allocation Plan. It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Brian Baldridge to adjourn. For more information on County Government, visit adamscountyoh.com or call the Board of Commissioners at 937544-3286.
Adams County Senior Citizens BY TERESA CARR P.R./SOCIAL SERVICES ASST.
Congratulations to Ethel Chambers for winning the pretty geese pillows during our last raffle that were made and donated by Judy Shipley. Thank you to all who participated. We have another raffle for a lovely decorative pillow, made and donated by Judy Shipley. Tickets are $.50 each. We will draw the winning ticket on Friday, April 29. There will be a Council meeting on Wednesday, April 20 at 10 a.m. The main focus is discussion of Senior Day in May. The public is welcome to attend. We have begun distributing our monthly newsletters to local businesses and medical facilities in the county for your convenience. If you are a business and would like a few of them please call Teresa at 544-3979, Ext. 4 and we will add you to our list and drop newsletters off at your place of business. If you would also like to be a sponsor and get advertising every month, we offer a low yearly fee that will help us off-set the cost of printing. Fun BINGO is returning. A MediGold Representative will host this free event on Tuesday, April 26 from 5-7 p.m. There will be game prizes and/or door prizes distributed. Snacks and water bottles will also be available to players. Any senior 60+ who would like to attend, please call Teresa at the Senior Citizens Office at 5443979, Ext. 4 to add your name and phone number to the list as seating is limited. We look forward to sharing this fun evening with you. Hope to see you there! The Manchester Senior Club would like to invite any senior 60+ to attend their next carry-in dinner/meeting on April 28 at noon at the Manchester Community Building. The Club has active and lively members and would like to welcome you. You don’t have to be a member to attend, just bring a covered dish and enjoy warm fellowship while enjoying a wonderful meal. The Ohio Department of Aging/Steady U reminds seniors to be prepared for severe spring weather: “April showers being May flower and an increased risk of falling die to conditions
created by spring weather. -Rain and mud. Mud can be as slippery as snow and ice and can get on a variety of surfaces indoors and out. Avoid walkways that are covered with mud. Clean wet and dried mud off of your shoes and walking aids to maintain the most traction. -Storms. Spring storms can cause a variety of tripping hazards from power outages to debris in outdoor walkways. If you can’t see the path before you, find another way. -Flooding. Never walk or drive into flood waters! Still water can make you trip and
moving water can knock you off your feet. -Increased activity. Now that nicer weather is here, you are likely to be more active. Ask your doctor or physical therapist about strategies to safely increase you activity level.” State HEAP applications for the 2015-2016 winter season are still available at the Senior Citizens Office. Drop by to pick one up or call Teresa to set up an appointment at 544-3979 Ext. 4. Just A Thought: “The flower that follows the sun dies so even in cloudy days.” ~Robert Leighton.
PUBLIC NOTICES
PUBLIC NOTICE In the Court of Common Pleas of Adams County, Ohio, Case No. CVH20150431 Bank of America, N.A., Plaintiff, vs G.T. Estates Mortgage, Attn: Gary L. Heineman, Defendant. Gary L. Heineman, whose present address is unknown and whose last known address is 15085 Bodman Road, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154, will take notice that on the 3rd day of November, 2015 Bank of America, N.A., filed a Complaint as plaintiff in the Court of Common Pleas of Adams County, Ohio, in Case No. CVH20150431,against G.T. Estates Mortgage, Attn: Gary L. Heineman as defendant with the purpose of seeking a declaratory judgment and a judgment quieting title in favor of plaintiff against defendant in a mortgage recorded in MB 032, Page 590, Adams County Records, said mortgage encumbering real property describes as Parcel ID#117-43-04-011-000 and Parcel ID# 117-43-04-012-000 located at 353 Chestnut Ridge Road, West Union, Ohio 45693. The complete legal description of the real property may be obtained from the Adams County Auditor, 110 West Main Street, Room 104, West Union, Ohio 45693. The Complaint alleges defendant is the owner of the mortgage executed by Debbie Daley, on October 25, 1996 to G.T. Estate Mortgage in the original principal amount of $37,500.00, and recorded November 6, 1996. Plaintiff alleges the mortgage was assigned to it but no recorded assignment was filed evidencing its ownership in the mortgage; Plaintiff alleges the mortgage and the underlying note has been pain in full but, because of no recorded assignment of the mortgage to plaintiff, it cannot be released by plaintiff. Plaintiff seeks that its interest in the mortgage be determined to be superior to any interests of defendant and that an Order issue from the Court finding Plaintiff's title in the mortgage be quieted in its favor against any and all claims of the defendant. G.T. Estates Mortgage, Attn: Gary L. Heineman, is further notified that it is required to answer said Complaint within twenty-eight days after the last publication of this notice, which will be published once each week for six successive weeks, and the last publication will be made on 4/20/16. In case of your failure to answer or otherwise respond as permitted by the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure within the last time stated, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. Schulze, Howard & Cox, Attorneys for Plaintiff 110 South Main Street Marysville, Ohio 43040 PD 3-16-16, 3-23-16, 3-30-16, 4-6-16, 4-13-16, 4-20-16 ---------------------------------------LEGAL NOTICE Association 12, 781 Farm whose last place of business is Address Unknown, but whose present place of business is unknown will take notice that on July 29, 2015, U.S. Bank National Association filed its Complaint in Case No. CVE20150302 and on January 13, 2016 its Amended Complaint in the Court of Common Pleas Adams County, Ohio alleging that the Defendants Association 12, 781 Farm have or claim to have an interest in the real estate described below: Permanent Parcel Number: 068-00-00-040.003; Property Address: 384 Monteray Valley Drive, Peebles, Ohio 45660. The legal description may be obtained from the Adams County Auditor at 110 West Main Street, Room 104, West Union, Ohio 45693, 937-544-2364. The Petitioner further alleges that by reason of default of the Defendants in the payment of a promissory note, according to its tenor, the conditions of a concurrent mortgage deed given to secure the payment of said note and conveying the premises described, have been broken, and the same has become absolute. The Petitioner prays that the Defendant named above be required to answer and set up their interest in said real estate or be forever barred from asserting the same, for foreclosure of said mortgage, the marshalling of any liens, and the sale of said real estate, and the proceeds of said sale applied to the payment of Petitioner's Claim in the proper order of its priority, and for such other and further relief as is just and equitable. The Defendant named above is required to answer on or before the 14th day of June, 2016. BY: REIMER, ARNOVITZ, CHERNEK & JEFFREY CO., L.P.A. Peter L. Mehler, Attorney at Law Attorney for Plaintiff-Petitioner P.O. Box 39696 Solon, Ohio 44139 (440) 600-5500 PD 4-13-16, 4-20-16, 4-27-16 ---------------------------------------IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS ADAMS COUNTY, OHIO Case No. CVE20160022 Judge Brett Spencer LEGAL NOTICE Secretary of Veterans Affairs of Washington D.C. Plaintiff, vs. Michael E. Highlander
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Solicitation / Advertisement for Bids Sealed bids will be received by: Adams County Board of Commissioners 210 North Cross Street West Union OH 45693 for the following Project: Project 15-139 Alterations for Corrections Facility Adams County Board of Commissioners 3389 Cross Road Winchester, OH 45697
in accordance with the Contract Documents prepared by: DS2 architects 100 S. High St. Suite 206 Hillsboro, OH 45133 888-564-0961 - phone 606-564-0962 - fax Bidders may submit requests for consideration of a proposed Substitution for a specified product, equipment, or service to the Architect/Engineer (“A/E”) no later than 10 days prior to the bid opening. Additional products, equipment, and services may be accepted as approved Substitutions only by written Addendum. From time to time, the Commission issues new editions of the “State of Ohio Standard Requirements for Public Facility Construction” and may issue interim changes. Bidders must submit Bids that comply with the version of the Standard Requirements included in the Contract Documents. Equal Employment Opportunity requirements are applicable to this Project. Prevailing wages are not required for this project unless the bid is in excess of $75,000. This Project is not subject to the State of Ohio’s Encouraging Diversity, Growth, and Equity (“EDGE”) Business Development Program. Section 6.1.11 of the Instructions to Bidders is not applicable to this project. The Bidder may be subject to a Pre-Award Affirmative Action Compliance Review in accordance with Section 123:2-5-01 of the Ohio Administrative Code including a review of the .Bidder’s employment records and an on-site review. The Bidder must indicate on the Bid Form, the locations where its services will be performed in the spaces provided or by attachment in accordance with the requirements of Executive Order 2011-12K related to providing services only within the United States. Failure to do so may cause the Bid to be rejected as non-responsive. DOMESTIC STEEL USE REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED IN OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION 153.011 APPLY TO THIS PROJECT. COPIES OF OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION 153.011 CAN BE OBTAINED FROM ANY OF THE OFFICES OF THE OHIO FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION COMMISSION. Bidders are encouraged to be enrolled in and to be in good standing in a Drug-Free Safety Program (“DFSP”) approved by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (“OBWC”) prior to submitting a Bid and provide, on the Bid Form with its Bid, certain information relative to their enrollment in such a program; and, if awarded a Contract, shall comply with other DFSP criteria described in Section 1.4 of the General Conditions. Bids will be received for: Trade Estimate General Contracting $50,000.00 until May 2, 2016, at 11:00 a.m., when all Bids will be opened and read aloud. The Contractor is responsible for scheduling the Project, coordinating the Subcontractors, and providing other services identified in the Contract Documents. The Contract Documents are available for purchase from DS2 Architects at (606) 564-0961 for a nonrefundable payment of $30.00 per set plus $10.00 per set for shipping. Contractors will then be placed on the plan holder’s list, which is a requirement in order to be eligible to submit a bid. Contract documents may be reviewed for bidding purposes without charge during business hours at DS2 Architects 107 W. Second St, Maysville, KY 41056. PD 4-6-16, 4-13-16 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(deceased), et al. South line of C.D. Hendrix and Defendants. in the North line of the original John Doe, Name Unknown, 50 acres; thence with said Henthe Unknown heirs, devisees, drix’s line, S 82 deg. 44 min 27 legatees, beneficiaries of Michael sec E a distance of 949.69 feet to E. Highlander and their un- an iron pin found and a corner to known spouses and creditors; Donald Sunderhaus; thence with the unknown executor, adminis- said Sunderhaus’ line, S 79 deg. trator, or personal representative 38 min 45 sec E a distance of of the Estate of Michael E. High- 360.71 feet to an iron pin found lander; and, John Doe, Name and a corner to Anna Louise Unknown, the unknown spouse Moeller; thence with two lines of of Michael E. Highlander, whose said Moeller, S 82 deg. 58 min 37 last known address is unknown, sec E a distance of 378.43 feet to will take notice that on January an iron pin found; thence S 8 15, 2016, Secretary of Veterans deg. 33 min 56 sec W a distance Affairs of Washington D.C. filed of 1047.18 feet to an iron pin set its Complaint in the Court of and a corner to said Moeller, Common Pleas, Adams County, John Gilkison and Lloyd Ohio, Case No. CVE20160022. Mitchell; thence with said The object of, and demand for Mitchell’s line, N 80 deg. 40 min relief in, the Complaint is to fore- 47 sec W a distance of 1959.04 close the lien of Plaintiff’s mort- feet to a spike found in the cengage recorded upon the real terline of the aforementioned estate described below and in Ginger Ridge Road; thence with which Plaintiff alleges that the said centerline for the next three foregoing defendant has or calls, N 21 deg. 03 min 50 sec E a claims to have an interest: distance of 216.28 feet to a spike Parcel number(s): set; thence N 22 deg. 29 min 00 041.40-05-007-000 sec E a distance of 188.73 feet to Property address: 868 Inlow a spike set; thence N 24 deg. 57 Avenue, Peebles, OH 45660 min 24 sec E a distance of 632.15 The defendant named above feet to the beginning. is required to answer the ComContaining 43.157 acres more plaint within twenty-eight (28) or less, being part of the original days after the last publication of 50 acres of the premises transthis legal notice. This legal notice ferred to Mary Cobb in Volume will be published once a week for 253, Page 756 and subject to all three successive weeks. legal highways and easements. David F. Hanson Subject to and together with PD 4-13-16, 4-20-16, 4-27-16 all easements, restrictions, and ---------------------------------------legal highways, if any, of record. SHERIFF’S SALE OF Deed Reference: Recorded REAL ESTATE in/as Book 94, Page 260 of the The State of Ohio, Adams, County Ohio records. Adams County “A Title Commitment showNo. CVE20150215 ing the state of title to this real esFIFTH THIRD BANK tate is available for viewing by Plaintiff(s) anyone in the file of this case in vs. the office of the Clerk of Courts UNKNOWN SPOUSE, IF ANY, of Adams County.” OF JAMES H. FISHER, ET Said Premises Appraised at AL. $80,000 and cannot be sold for Defendant(s) less than two-thirds of that In pursuance of an Order of amount. Sale in the above entitled action, TERMS OF SALE: 10% I will offer for sale at public auc- down day of sale, balance due tion, south door of courthouse in upon delivery of deed. West Union, Ohio, in the above Kimmy Rogers, named County, on MONDAY, Sheriff the 25th day of APRIL, 2016, at Adams County, OH 10:00 o’clock A.M., the following Cheryl Copas, Clerk described real estate, situate in Matthew A. Taulbee the County of Adams and State Attorney of Ohio, and in the TOWNSHIP CS 3-30-16, 4-6-16, 4-13-16 of SPRIGG, to-wit: ---------------------------------------EXHIBIT “A” NOTICE TO BIDDERS STATE OF OHIO Case Caption: Fifth Third DEPARTMENT OF Bank, an Ohio Corporation fka TRANSPORTATION Fifth Third Bank (Ohio Valley) Columbus, Ohio Division of Construction vs. Unknown Spouse, if any, of Management James H. Fisher aka James Legal Copy Number: 163025 Hampton Fisher, et al. Sealed proposals will be accepted from Address of Property: 4438 pre-qualified bidders at the ODOT Office of Ginger Ridge Road, Manchester, Contracts until 10:00 a.m. on May 5, 2016. Project 163025 is located in Adams County, OH 45144 CO2E/CO2F/TR110 960/2915/004 and is a Parcel Number: 170-00-00- BRIDGE REPLACEMENT (3 BRIDGES) project. The date set for completion of this 024.002 work shall be as set forth in the bidding proLegal Description: posal. Plans and Specifications are on file in Being situated in Military the Department of Transportation. Survey No. 551, in the Township CS 4-6-16, 4-13-16 of Sprigg, in the County of ---------------------------------------Adams, in the State of Ohio and bounded and described as folPeople’s Defender lows: Legal Notice Beginning at a spike found in DEADLINE the centerline of Ginger Ridge Road at its intersection with the Monday - 10:00 A.M.
LOCAL NEWS
14 West Union People’s Defender
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Soils and how to improve them My grandmother’s vegetable garden had the most wonderful rich, dark, crumbly soil I’ve ever seen. A powered tiller would have been a luxury in her world. Instead she set me to work “spading” it; painstakingly turning over every single shovelful, burying last years’ composted leaves and the first early weeds. She had the good fortune to live in southern New Jersey, where the soil is sandy and well-drained. Most of us struggle with hard clay soil in summer and chewing gum clay in winter. “Topsoil” here in southern Ohio tends to be heavy clay, too dense for water or air to penetrate well and often lacking in nutrients. This heavy soil is the enemy for most plants, so dense and lacking in oxygen that only the toughest survivors can get anything from it. In August it can be as hard as brick. Even top soils that are compost-ri ch tend to be waterlogged at planting time, costing gardeners precious days when timing is critical. How can you till and plant when your garden soil is saturated and soggy? Plants breathe through their roots, and “working wet soil” squeezes out the air plants need. First, let’s dry things out. Spread a few bales of compressed Peat Moss and till them in. Peat Moss is bone dry and absorbs many times its weight in wa ter, so tilling into wet soil dries things out immediately. We call it the “magic dust”. Suddenly
your garden soil is crumbly and fluffy. Once you’ve tried Peat Moss you’ll never be without it. In order to have loose, fertile soil you must add fresh organic material into your garden every season. Peat moss loosens the soil but doesn’t feed it, so the next step is to add aged manure or compost. If you don’t ha ve compost on hand, consider getting some Mushroom Compost. This wonderful dark, rich, moist mixture will fertilize your plants while breaking up clay soils. It is a quick, surefire way to boost the performance of almost everything you grow. Mushroom Compost is a one-step soil conditioner that has a magic effect on your landscape, lawn, or vegetable garden. Genuine mushroom compost is completely sterile, so unlike other compost it won’t add weed seeds to your garden. It is much too rich to plant into it directly, but mixed with other ingredients it is a magic booster for flowers, vegetables and even lawns. It is considered non-burn-
ing when you mix it with other soils, or top-dress existing plants that already have an established root system. A by-product of mushroom farming, mushroom compost is an organic ble nd of wheat straw, peat moss, cottonseed meal, cottonseed hulls, corncobs, cocoa bean shells, gypsum, lime, chicken litter and/or horse stable bedding. These materials are thoroughly composted and sterilized, and then used to grow several mushroom crops before it is removed and replaced. Still rich in nutrients, the mixture is bagged or shipped by the semi-load as a soil enhancer. The final step is to add organi c plant foods like Plant Tone or Garden Tone by Espoma Organics. These are balanced meals containing lots of wholesome natural ingredients like gypsum, greensand and bone meal to help break up clay soil. They also contain Micorrhizae,
soil micro-organisms that help your plants digest fertilizer and trace minerals. Conventional fertilizers like 10-10-10 do nothing to build healthy garden soil long term; in fac t they cause salt buildup. Instead, try feeding your
plants with natural ingredients; trace minerals, beneficial microbes and other components blended into organic fertilizers that build and replenish tired soils. Steve Boehme and his
wife Marjorie own GoodSeed Nursery & Landscape, located at 9736 Tri-County Highway, near Winchester, Ohio. More information is available at www.goodseedfarm.com or call (937) 587 -7021.
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Girl Scouts volunteer at Humane Society Submitted photo
Steve Wilson and Family would like to extend their sincerest appreciation to all who contributed and are still contributing to the recent benefit and other financial needs throughout Steve’s battle with Lymphoma and Crohns disease. He has a long road ahead of him and your contributions have eased his mind tremendously. May God bless each and every one of you for opening your hearts to ensure our family is being taken care of during this difficult time.
Steve Wilson Family
Girl Scout Troop 1457 of West Union recently made donations and volunteered at the Humane Society of Adams County. The troop cleaned out cat cages and finished up playing with two litters of puppies. Pictured, from left, are Zoey Little, Taylor Vanfleet, Abby Biggs, Kyla Kidder, Jadyn Fick, Destiny Resibois, Madison Murphy, Desiree Resibois, Raylee Brummett, Addy Davis-Steward and her brother Anakin, and Makayla Setty.
Locust Grove Wesleyan Tabernacle Welcomes you to hear the Allegheny Wesleyan College Choir Sunday, April 17 at 6:00 p.m. Church is located at 30010 OH-41, Peebles
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Butch Stanfield originally came into Villa Georgetown as a very sick guy – he couldn’t even get up according to his wife Patty Stanfield. Patty knew Butch needed a strong rehab program if he was going to be able to return home so she chose Villa Georgetown. Butch provided the hard work and motivation that allowed him to recover. Patty states “he loves this place, he would never go anywhere else. The therapists are wonderful, he likes the food and everyone treats him great!” Butch (and Patty) are part of the Villa family and Butch currently does outpatient therapy several times a week at the Villa. The AlterG treadmill is the perfect equipment component for his cardiac rehab. Butch Stanfield, though ornery to the highest degree, is an all-star rehab patient.