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Your Community Press newspaper serving Addyston, Bridgetown, Cheviot, Cleves, Covedale, Dent, Green Township, Mack, Miami Township, North Bend, Westwood W ESTERN H ILLS W ESTERN H ILLS PRESS 75¢ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2013 BECAUSE COMMUNITY MATTERS Vol. 85 No. 7 © 2013 The Community Press ALL RIGHTS RESERVED News ......................... 923-3111 Retail advertising ............ 768-8357 Classified advertising ........ 242-4000 Delivery ...................... 853-6263 See page A2 for additional information Contact The Press ON STAGE Dr. Jekyll coming to West Side. See story, A3 RITA’S KITCHEN Duck eggs is food trend for 2013. See story, B3 GOOD SPORTS A4 A look back at 2012 Neighbors offers support in difficult time By Kurt Backscheider [email protected] Debbie Napier-Rueger said she and her husband, Gary, are fortunate to have Jerry and Deb- by Hauck as neighbors. Rueger, who lives in Green Township, said the Haucks are the best neighbors in the world, which is why she and her husband nominated them as Neighbors Who Care this year. “Unfortunately, I was diag- nosed with breast cancer in late June,” Mrs. Rueger said. “During this journey Jerry and Debby have been with us every step of the way.” She said the Haucks moved their reclining chair into her home so she could have a com- fortable place to sleep after her surgery, and they took her and her husband’s dog, Zoey, into their home while she attended chemotherapy sessions. “They have sent encouraging emails, cards and flowers. The list goes on and on,” Mrs. Rueger said. “We are truly blessed to have Jerry, Debby and their furry fam- ily members, Indy and Maya, right next door.” Debby Hauck said she and her husband are happy to help, and never considered anything they’ve done for the Ruegers as extraordinary special. “Knowing how we feel about our girls, Maya and Indy, we thought it would be a lot off her mind as we kept Zoey while she went to her medical treatments,” Hauck said. “Debbie and Gary really showed their strength at this dif- ficult time. They are great neigh- bors, always there for us, too.” Hauck said she and her hus- band’s wish for the Ruegers and all their great neighbors is a hap- py, healthy new year. Westwood woman grateful for outpouring of support By Kurt Backscheider [email protected] Sue LaRue said she has many people in her life for whom she is thankful. Friends, neighbors and fellow Westwood United Methodist Church members have all helped the Westwood resident as she bat- tled health problems in 2012, and LaRue said they were all impor- tant in their own way. To show her appreciation, she nominated the roughly two dozen people who went out of their way to assist her last year for our Neighbors Who Care feature. “This is a rather lengthy list of people, but each and every one of them made my life so much easi- er than it might have been,” La- Rue said in her nomination letter. “I am very grateful for all that they have done.” LaRue said one of the big pro- jects at her home was the con- struction of a ramp. Those in- volved in building the ramp were Margaret Anger, Ken Coleman, Duncan Cordrey, Lynn Hamp- shire, Mike Haskell, Roger Lin- dle, David Schneider, Helen Vath and John Hay. “The ramp made it so much easier for me to go to doctor’s ap- pointments,” LaRue said. She said the folks who help get her back and forth to her doctor’s appointments are Sally Dessauer, Charlene Hopman and Marni Warren. LaRue said Suzi Ensmin- ger, Sandy Fuller, Roger Higley and Anne Nickerson have volun- teered to drive her, but she’s yet to require their services. Those who have helped her by running errands, doing laundry, completing yard work, taking out the trash, computer work and other jobs include Marty Essel- mann and her nephews, Keith, Andy and Jerome; Judy Hearne, Florence Miller, Peg Stedtefeld, Thom Warren and Carol Wright. “And thank you to any others I have forgotten to mention,” La- Rue said. “I am truly blessed. I know that everyone is not as fortunate as I am.” Neighbors there to help whenever needed By Kurt Backscheider [email protected] Virginia Wambaugh said Bill and Cathy Wiedeman are the best neighbors anyone has ever had. Because of their kindness and willingness to always be there for her, Wambaugh, a Green Town- ship resident, nominated the Wie- demans for this year’s Neighbors Who Care feature. “I am 86 years old,” Wam- baugh said. “For many years, Bill and Cathy have cut my grass, shov- eled snow, changed light bulbs that I cannot reach and so on.” Wambaugh said the Wiede- mans have repeatedly insisted that she call them any time, day or night, for any emergency. “I keep their phone number at my bedside,” Wambaugh said. “They are truly Neighbors Who Care.” Mrs. Wiedeman said she and her husband are honored and humbled to be recognized. She said they’ve been neighbors with Wambaugh on Muddy Creek Road for nearly 30 years. “We just do it to help out, we don’t do it for any recognition,” she said. “We just want to be good neighbors.” Mr. Wiedeman said they’re happy to help all of their neigh- bors. “That’s just the way we were brought up. You treat your neigh- bor well,” he said. He said whenever Wambaugh calls him he stops what he’s doing to go help. “She’s a sweetie,” he said. Covedale woman organizes events for neighbors to enjoy By Kurt Backscheider [email protected] Ryan Grawe said Mary Hahn deserves to be recognized for all she does for Covedale. Grawe, who is also a Covedale resident, said Hahn’s commit- ment to the neighborhood makes her a Neighbor Who Cares. “Mary dedicates her free time to plan and coordinate the won- derful neighborhood events that the residents of Covedale enjoy,” Grawe said. “Because of Mary, we are able to enjoy Christmas in Covedale, the Covedale Summer Concert Series, summer movie nights and the Covedale Chili Fest.” He said Hahn also spends her time and her own money to deco- rate the Covedale Gardens throughout the year with season- al themes. “Thank you, Mary, for your de- dication to your neighbors and community,” Grawe said. Delhi resident would rather volunteer than work By Monica Boylson [email protected] Jason Morency, 21, would be content volunteering at the An- Who cares? They do! Just as your family has its holiday traditions, the Western Hills Press has a tradition. Every year we salute local people who show us every day what its means to be a good neighbor. We call it “Neighbors Who Care,” and we want you to meet them. Green Township residents Debby and Jerry Hauck, with their dogs Maya and Indy, were nominated as Neighbors Who Care by their neighbor Debbie Napier-Rueger and her husband, Gary Rueger. KURT BACKSCHEIDER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS Green Township residents Cathy and Bill Wiedeman were nominated as Neighbors Who Care by their neighbor, Virginia Wambaugh, who said Cathy and Bill are the best neighbors anyone could have. KURT BACKSCHEIDER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS See NEIGHBORS, Page A2 Western Hills Press was over- whelmed by the response to our request for nominations for “Neighbors Who Care.” Over- whelmed, but not surprised, as it validates the kind of commu- nity in which we live. We profiled as many as we could, but if we missed anyone, we will give them their deserved recognition at a later date. And if this feature has caused you to reflect on a caring neigh- bor in your life, let us know about them. Send an e-mail to westernhills@community- press.com. You can read about all of our Neighbors Who Care at Cincin- nati.com.

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Your Community Press newspaper serving Addyston,Bridgetown, Cheviot, Cleves, Covedale, Dent, Green Township,Mack, Miami Township, North Bend, Westwood

WESTERNHILLSWESTERNHILLSPRESS 75¢

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2013 BECAUSE COMMUNITY MATTERS

Vol. 85 No. 7© 2013 The Community Press

ALL RIGHTS RESERVEDNews .........................923-3111Retail advertising ............768-8357Classified advertising ........242-4000Delivery ......................853-6263

See page A2 for additional information

Contact The PressON STAGEDr. Jekyllcoming to WestSide.See story, A3

RITA’SKITCHENDuck eggs is foodtrend for 2013.See story, B3

GOOD SPORTS A4A look back at 2012

Neighbors offers supportin difficult time

By Kurt [email protected]

Debbie Napier-Rueger saidshe and her husband, Gary, arefortunate to have Jerry and Deb-by Hauck as neighbors.

Rueger, who lives in GreenTownship, said the Haucks arethe best neighbors in the world,which iswhysheandherhusbandnominated them as NeighborsWho Care this year.

“Unfortunately, I was diag-nosed with breast cancer in lateJune,”Mrs.Rueger said. “Duringthis journey Jerry and Debbyhave been with us every step ofthe way.”

She said the Haucks movedtheir reclining chair into herhome so she could have a com-fortable place to sleep after hersurgery, and they took her andher husband’s dog, Zoey, intotheir home while she attendedchemotherapy sessions.

“They have sent encouragingemails, cards and flowers. Thelist goes on and on,” Mrs. Ruegersaid.

“We are truly blessed to haveJerry,Debbyandtheir furryfam-ily members, Indy and Maya,right next door.”

DebbyHauck said she and herhusband are happy to help, andnever considered anythingthey’ve done for the Ruegers asextraordinary special.

“Knowing how we feel aboutour girls, Maya and Indy, wethought it would be a lot off hermind as we kept Zoey while shewent to her medical treatments,”Hauck said.

“Debbie and Gary reallyshowed their strength at this dif-ficult time. They are great neigh-bors, always there for us, too.”

Hauck said she and her hus-band’s wish for the Ruegers andall their great neighbors is a hap-py, healthy new year.

Westwoodwomangrateful for outpouringof supportBy Kurt [email protected]

Sue LaRue said she has manypeople in her life for whom she isthankful.

Friends, neighbors and fellowWestwood United MethodistChurchmembers have all helpedtheWestwoodresidentas shebat-tled health problems in 2012, andLaRue said they were all impor-tant in their own way.

To show her appreciation, shenominated the roughly two dozenpeople who went out of their wayto assist her last year for ourNeighbors Who Care feature.

“This is a rather lengthy list ofpeople, but each and every one of

themmade my life so much easi-er than it might have been,” La-Rue said in her nomination letter.

“I amvery grateful for all thatthey have done.”

LaRue said one of the big pro-jects at her home was the con-struction of a ramp. Those in-volved in building the rampwereMargaret Anger, Ken Coleman,Duncan Cordrey, Lynn Hamp-shire, Mike Haskell, Roger Lin-dle, David Schneider, Helen Vathand John Hay.

“The ramp made it so mucheasier forme to go to doctor’s ap-pointments,” LaRue said.

She said the folkswhohelp gether back and forth to her doctor’sappointmentsareSallyDessauer,Charlene Hopman and MarniWarren. LaRue said Suzi Ensmin-ger, Sandy Fuller, Roger Higleyand Anne Nickerson have volun-teered to drive her, but she’s yetto require their services.

Those who have helped her byrunning errands, doing laundry,completing yardwork, taking outthe trash, computer work andother jobs include Marty Essel-mann and her nephews, Keith,Andy and Jerome; Judy Hearne,Florence Miller, Peg Stedtefeld,ThomWarren and Carol Wright.

“And thank you to any others Ihave forgotten to mention,” La-Rue said.

“I am truly blessed. I knowthat everyone is not as fortunateas I am.”

Neighbors there to helpwhenever needed

By Kurt [email protected]

Virginia Wambaugh said BillandCathyWiedeman are the bestneighbors anyone has ever had.

Because of their kindness andwillingness toalwaysbe there forher, Wambaugh, a Green Town-ship resident, nominated theWie-demans for this year’s NeighborsWho Care feature.

“I am 86 years old,” Wam-baugh said.

“For many years, Bill and

Cathy have cut my grass, shov-eled snow, changed light bulbsthat I cannot reach and so on.”

Wambaugh said the Wiede-mans have repeatedly insistedthat she call them any time, dayor night, for any emergency.

“I keep their phone number atmy bedside,” Wambaugh said.

“They are truly NeighborsWho Care.”

Mrs. Wiedeman said she andher husband are honored andhumbled to be recognized. Shesaid they’ve been neighbors withWambaugh on Muddy CreekRoad for nearly 30 years.

“We just do it to help out, wedon’t do it for any recognition,”she said. “We justwant to be goodneighbors.”

Mr. Wiedeman said they’rehappy to help all of their neigh-bors.

“That’s just the way we werebrought up. You treat your neigh-bor well,” he said.

He said whenever Wambaughcalls himhe stopswhat he’s doingto go help.

“She’s a sweetie,” he said.

Covedale womanorganizes events forneighbors to enjoyBy Kurt [email protected]

Ryan Grawe said Mary Hahndeserves to be recognized for allshe does for Covedale.

Grawe, who is also a Covedaleresident, said Hahn’s commit-ment to the neighborhood makesher a Neighbor Who Cares.

“Mary dedicates her free timeto plan and coordinate the won-derful neighborhood events thatthe residents of Covedale enjoy,”Grawe said.

“Because ofMary, we are ableto enjoy Christmas in Covedale,the Covedale Summer ConcertSeries, summermovie nights andthe Covedale Chili Fest.”

He said Hahn also spends hertime and her ownmoney to deco-rate the Covedale Gardensthroughout the year with season-al themes.

“Thankyou,Mary, foryourde-dication to your neighbors andcommunity,” Grawe said.

Delhi resident wouldrather volunteer thanworkByMonica [email protected]

Jason Morency, 21, would becontent volunteering at the An-

Who cares? They do!Just as your family has its holiday traditions, the Western Hills Presshas a tradition. Every year we salute local people who show us

every day what its means to be a good neighbor.We call it “Neighbors Who Care,” and we want you to meet them.

Green Township residents Debby and Jerry Hauck, with their dogs Maya and Indy, were nominated asNeighbors Who Care by their neighbor Debbie Napier-Rueger and her husband, Gary Rueger. KURTBACKSCHEIDER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Green Township residents Cathy and Bill Wiedeman were nominated asNeighbors Who Care by their neighbor, Virginia Wambaugh, who saidCathy and Bill are the best neighbors anyone could have. KURTBACKSCHEIDER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

See NEIGHBORS, Page A2

Western Hills Presswas over-whelmed by the response to ourrequest for nominations for“Neighbors Who Care.” Over-whelmed, but not surprised, asit validates the kind of commu-nity in which we live.We profiled as many as we

could, but if we missed anyone,we will give them their deservedrecognition at a later date.And if this feature has caused

you to reflect on a caring neigh-bor in your life, let us knowabout them. Send an e-mail [email protected] can read about all of our

Neighbors Who Care at Cincin-nati.com.

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NewsMarc Emral Senior Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .853-6264, [email protected] Backscheider Reporter . . . . . . . . . . . .853-6260, [email protected] Boylson Reporter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .853-6265, [email protected] Laughman Sports Editor . . . . . .248-7573, [email protected] Skeen Sports Reporter . . . . . . . . . . . . .576-8250, [email protected] Dudukovich Sports Reporter . . . . .248-7570, [email protected]

AdvertisingMelissa MartinTerritory Sales Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .768-8357, [email protected]

Lisa LawrenceSales Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .768-8338, [email protected]

DeliveryFor customer service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .853-6263, 853-6277Sharon SchachleiterCirculation Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .853-6279, [email protected]

Maribeth WespesserDistrict Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .853-6286

Stephanie SiebertDistrict Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .853-6281

ClassifiedTo place a Classified ad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242-4000, www.communityclassified.com

To place an ad in Community Classified, call 242-4000.

Find news and information from your community on the WebAddyston • cincinnati.com/addyston

Bridgetown • cincinnati.com/bridgetownCheviot • cincinnati.com/cheviotCleves • cincinnati.com/clevesDent • cincinnati.com/dent

Green Township • cincinnati.com/greentownshipHamilton County • cincinnati.com/hamiltoncounty

Mack • cincinnati.com/mackNorth Bend • cincinnati.com/northbendWestwood • cincinnati.com/westwood

Calendar .............B2Classifieds .............CDeaths ...............B4Food ..................B3Police ................ B5Schools ..............A5Sports ................A4Viewpoints .........A6

Index

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CINCINNATUS COMMUNITY BANCORP, MHCNOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF MEMBERSThe Annual Meeting of Members of Cincinnatus CommunityBancorp, MHC will be held at the office of The CincinnatusSavings and Loan Company, located at 3300 Harrison Avenue,Cheviot, Ohio 45211 on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at 11:00a.m. The only matter to be considered at the Annual Meetingof Members is the election of directors and any other mattersproperly brought before the Annual Meeting.

Any action may be taken on the foregoing proposal at theAnnual Meeting of Members on the date specified above, or onany date or dates to which the Annual Meeting of Members maybe adjourned.

William P. Uffman,Chairman of the Board

derson Ferry Food Pantryevery day if he could.

“I just like helping outbecause it makes me feelgood that I’mservingGod’speople,” he said.

TheDelhiTownship res-ident has tuberous sclero-sis, a genetic disorder thataffects the brain, kidneysand heart. He started vol-unteering at the pantrywhile attending Oak HillsHigh School. His specialeducation work study pro-gram gave him the oppor-tunity to help at the pantryand he’s been volunteeringever since.

“He’s so eager to work,”volunteer Terry Camelesaid. “He wants to do thebest he can.”

His mother Sue, 49, saidhe has a big heart.

“He’s been through a lotbecause of his disability,”she said. “That really af-

fected how he treats peo-ple. He treats everybodythe same.”

She said he recently gota job at a dining hall at Xa-vier University whichtakes away from the timehe can volunteer.

“He was really disap-pointed that he couldn’tvolunteer as much at thepantry,” she said. “He’drather volunteer all histime at the pantry thanwork.”

Morency volunteersseveral days a week at thepantry, sometimes all day.

“He’ll come home ex-hausted,” his mother said.“But it’s so important tohim.”

Camele said that whenhe’s not at the pantry, he’sdefinitely missed.

“Days when he’s nothere, it’s horrible,” shesaid. “When he’s not herewe lack.”

And Morency said helikes helping others.

“It’s a great feeling,” hesaid. “People deserve to behelped.”

Delhi resident hasgreat supportsystemByMonica [email protected]

When Delhi Townshipresident Tamy Schenkelwas diagnosed with leuke-

mia inAugust shedidn’t ex-pect that shewould receiveso much help. Coming toher rescue in their ownways were Sara Frey andTina Harvey.

“When I got sick Sarajust jumped into action,”she said of the 19-year-old.

Frey, a friend of thefamily, helped orchestratefundraisers, a blood driveandhascontinued tohelp inany way she can.

“She’s always there ifwe need anything,” Schen-kel said.

Frey has brought overmeals on many occasionsand she and her familyhave beenwatching Schen-kel’s dog Lilo since doctorssaid the germs could bedangerous toherweakenedimmune system.

“It’s comforting to knowshe’s there for me and myfamily,” she said.

Schenkel said that Har-vey was also a support toher, especially while shespent40days inTheJewishHospital in Kenwood.

Schenkel said for sometime she was quarantinedin thehospitalwhichmeantthat any visitors coming inwould have to wear a pro-tective suit, gloves andmask to prevent the spreadof germs. She said thatnearly every day Harveywould come to visit on herlunch break.

“Most of the time shewas theonly faceoutsideof

the nurses that I saw eachday,” she said. “I was quar-antined in that hospitalroom for 35 days, alone, bymyself. You can only walkaround the room so manytimes.”

She said that Harveybrightened her day andhelped her keep her sanity.

“You go stir crazy inthere after a while,” she

said.And even during times

when Schenkel was asleep,Harvey would still sit byher side.

“I would always hug herreally tight every time sheleft and tell her, ‘Thankyou, thank you, thank youso very much and I’m soglad you came today,’” shesaid. “I could have told herthank you a bazillion timesand I don’t think I could getacross to her how impor-tant those visits were tome.”

She said the two con-tinue to be a support to herand her family.

“They’re just amazingpeople,” she said.

NeighborsContinued from Page A1

Jason Morency has been volunteering at the AndersonFerry Food Pantry for six years. MONICA BOYLSON/THE

COMMUNITY PRESS

Frey Harvey

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lives.Phillip Ray Guevara (Nigel

Entwickle), Suzanne SefinatuAyoka Blunk (Chantal Baboot)andHeatherPetersen (LadyPeg-gy Dill) from the Playhouse’sBruce E. Coyle Intern Companywill appear in the production.Margaret Ivey, from last year’sBruce E. Coyle Intern Company,will play Penny Twinkling.

Playhouse education directorMark Lutwak will direct. Othermembers of the production teamincludeKentonBrett (setdesign-er), Daryl Harris (costume de-signer), Anna Goller (props de-signer) and Sydney Kuhlman(stage manager).

“The Travelling Jekyll AndHyde Show” will also tourschools (grades six through 12)fromJan. 22 throughFeb. 22. Formore informationabout thePlay-house's education and outreachprograms, contact the EducationDepartment at 513-345-2242 orvisit www.cincyplay.com.

The timeless themes in Rob-ertLouisStevenson'sclassichor-ror novel are explored in theCin-cinnati Playhouse in the Park’sOff the Hill production of “TheTravelling Jekyll And HydeShow,” by playwright RussellDavis. It will be performed at7:30 p.m. Friday Jan. 18, at Pros-pect House, 682 Hawthorne Ave.

Tickets are $3 each and canbepurchased at the event,, and canbe reserved by calling 921-1613and leavingyourname.Theshowis recommended for age 11 andolder.

“The Travelling Jekyll AndHydeShow” tells the storyof a ti-ny touring theater attempting totell the story of the infamous sci-entistwho learns to split his goodside from his evil one. Unfortu-nately, the three actresses aresabotaged at every turn by adomineering director. As thewomen in the company slowlytake control of the story, theyalso learn to take control of their

‘Jekyll and Hyde’ will be in Price Hill

Philip Ray Guevara, Suzanne Blunk, Margaret Ivey and Heather Petersen in the Cincinnati Playhouse in thePark Off the Hill production of Russell Davis’s “The Travelling Jekyll & Hyde Show.” THANKS TO TONY ARRASMITH &

ASSOCIATES

Register now forweather class

Green Township will presenta severe weather spotter train-ing class taught by the NationalWeather Service in Februaryand is taking registration now.

This class teaches how to rec-ognize severe weather, somethings that look severe but arenot, and how to report informa-tion to the NationalWeather Ser-vice.

Trained spotters play an im-portant roll in helping warn thecommunity about severe weath-er. This class also teaches severeweather safety, helping you pro-tect yourself when dangerousweather occurs.

The spotter class is at 7 p.m.Wednesday, Feb. 20, at Nathana-el Greene Lodge, 6394 Wessel-man Road, in the lower level ofthe lodge. This course is provid-ed at no cost, but registration isrequired.

For more information or toregister, call the Green Town-shipDepartment ofFire&Emer-gency Medical Services at 513-574-0474 or [email protected].

Music shop’s gives toSeton

Seton High School is theproud owner of a new Frenchhorn.

Western Hills Music in GreenTownship donated the instru-ment in early December.

Putting Instruments in TheChildren’s Hands, or PITCH, is a

program started by WesternHills Music owner GordonBrown.

The shop accepts donations ofgently-used instruments, fixesthem up and gives them toschools in need of instruments.

Western Hills Music offers avariety of private lessons, in-cluding guitar, percussion, brassand woodwind.

For more information aboutthe shop, visit www.western-hills-music.com.

Spirit in greenCheer on the Seton Saints as

they takeonHughesHighSchoolin the annual Green Spirit Night.

The fun starts on Thursday,Jan. 17, at 6 p.m. All fifth-, sixth-,seventh- and eighth-grade stu-dents are welcome to attend.Head to Seton early to see thefreshman play Turpin at 4:30p.m.

All grade school students areadmitted free to the game.

For more information, visitwww.setoncincinnati.org or callExternal Relations CoordinatorLeslie Chasteen at 513-471-2600,ext. 110.

Hear how to hikeAppalachian trail

Everconsideredbackpackingthe Appalachian Trail?

The Hamilton County ParkDistrict will have a talk abouthiking the trail, basic backpack-ing essentials and maybe even atrail story or two during one ofits Wilderness Skills series at 7

p.m. Friday, Jan. 4, at theWintonCentre at Winton Woods.

Set a new goal this year totake a backpacking trip, or atleast research the possibility.Whether you are interested in aday hike, an overnighter, a sec-tion backpacking experience orhave a dream of becoming a thruhiker, you may find this helpful.

The cost is $3, and registra-tion ends Thursday, Jan. 3. Youcan sign up at greatparks.org.

Writely SewmovingtoWest Side

Writely Sew, an embroideryandembellishmentbusiness thathelps fund the Aubrey RoseFoundation, a nonprofit groupthat supports families with criti-cally ill children, ismoving to thethe West Side.

The business, started by Nan-cy and Jerry Hollenkamp, isopening at 3862 Race Road thisweek. The shop was in MountHealthy.

Writely Sew embroiders a va-riety of apparel for schools, busi-nesses, corporations, nonprofitorganizations as well as a multi-tudeof local andnational groups.There is no minimum order andany order can be customized toany specification. All work isdone in Cincinnati.

It has embroidered uniformsfor Home Care by Black Stone,WindowWorld of theQueenCity,Paycor, DLM Communicationsand H.J. Benken Florist, andprinted T-shirts for SummerfairCincinnati, La Salle High School

Frisch’sBigBoy restaurants andthe National Multiple SclerosisSociety Ohio Valley Chapter.

For more information, to towww.writelysew.comorcall 728-3862.

Parky’s offeringsquare dancing

Start the New Year off withfree square dancing lessons atParky’s Farm. TeamHayloft willoffer lessons every Tuesday in-side the Hayloft Barn beginningJan. 8 through mid-Septemberfrom 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Classes are open to all agesand no experience is necessary.Beginner dancers will progressfrom the basic level, to main-stream and then on to plus level.Classes close to the public Jan.15.

Team Hayloft members haveup to 20 years of dancing experi-ence and have served as officersof local squaredancingclubsandpositions in the SouthwesternOhio-NorthernKentuckySquareDancers Federation. Team call-ers are members of CincinnatiCallers and Teachers Associa-tion and serve as instructors.

Parky’s Farm is located inWinton Woods at 10073 DalyRoad in Springfield Township. AvalidHamilton County ParkDis-trict Motor Vehicle Permit ($10annual; $3 daily) is required toenter the parks.

For more information, callDick Davis at (513) 863-0612.

Sign up for woodcarving

The Hamilton County ParkDistrict presents a two-sessionwood carving class for begin-ners at Farbach-Werner NaturePreserve Thursday, Jan. 24, andThursday, Jan. 31.

The programs will meet from6 to 8:30 p.m. each evening in theEllenwood Nature Barn at thepreserve, 3455 Poole Road.

Participants will carve asmall decorative shelf goose in anatural finish. The $12 programfee includes a wood blank andpattern. You must provide yourown knife or you may purchaseone from the instructor at thetime of the program.

Register online by Thursday,Jan. 17, at www.greatparks.com.

MHWO CommunityAssociationmeets Jan. 9

The Monfort Heights/WhiteOak Community Associationwelcomes Phil Nuxhall to itsnext meeting at 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, Jan. 9, at the GreenTownship Senior Center, 3620Epley Road.

Nuxhall, a historian with theSpring Grove Heritage Founda-tion,will talkaboutSpringGroveCemetery and Arboretum, a na-tional historic landmark. He willillustrate his talk with slidesfrom his book “Beauty in theGrove.” Along with the picturesof trees, flowers and landscap-ing, his talkwill coverCincinnatihistory, art and architecture asreflected in thedevelopmentanduse of Spring Grove.

BRIEFLY

Bill Burwinkel’s commitmentto helping area children succeedhas once again earned him andhis foundation an award.

The East Price Hill residentand founder of the Adopt A ClassFoundation has been named a2012 Champion for Children by4C for Children, aregional re-source in early childhood educa-tion and care.

He’ll be presented the awardat 4C’s annual Champions forChildren Gala at the end of Janu-ary.

Burwinkel said it’s an honor toberecognizedby4CforChildren.

“They have such a long, longhistory in providing services tochildren,” he said.

He said he’s accepting theaward on behalf of all the busi-nessesandvolunteerswhoare in-volved in the Adopt A Class pro-gram.

“I’m only a facilitator,” hesaid. “I bringpeople togetherandthen get out of the way and letpeople do the great work theydo.”

In its seventh year, the Cham-pions for Children award honorsthose who help children reachgreat heights.

“4C is in a unique position toturn the spotlight on those whowork to ensure a bright futurefor the children of our communi-ty,” said Sallie Westheimer,

president and CEO of the 4C forChildren.

“By doing so, 4C hopes to in-spire others to become involvedin addressing our community’scontinuingneed to ensure that allchildren have a positive experi-ence and are prepared for a suc-cess in school and life.”

Burwinkel founded Adopt AClass in 2003 after his employeesat National Marketshare Groupin Lower Price Hill told him theywanted to do more to help stu-dents at Oyler School.

The nonprofit organizationstarted with a few classrooms atOyler, and has grown exponen-tially ever since.

Thementoring program is de-signed to facilitate personal, sus-tained connections betweenmembers of the business com-munity and students enrolled inpre-kindergarten througheighth-grade. Theprogramhelpsestablish mentor relationshipswith the purpose of providingpositiverolemodelsanddevelop-ing practical and social skills forthe students, and building theculture of philanthropy andteamwork for the business orcommunity group.

Burwinkel said Adopt A Classnow has more than 280 business-es and community organizationsserving as adopters, and they’veadopted more than 400 class-rooms throughout Greater Cin-cinnati and mentor more than7,000 students.

“We knew it was somethingspecial when we could no longerkeepupwith thephonecalls frombusinesses that wanted to get in-volved,” he said.

“It’s having a great impact onthe kids.”

He said a principal at one areaschool told him that beforeAdoptA Class when he would ask stu-dents what they wanted to bewhen they grew up many wouldsay an NBA player or rapper.

Now, because the studentsregularly interact with businessprofessionals, he said the princi-pal was pleased to tell him stu-dents say they want to be engi-neers, accountants or police offi-cerswhenhe asks the sameques-tion.

“It gives the kids a biggerworld to dream in,” Burwinkelsaid.

4C is also honoring two otherpeople with the Champion forChildren award – Willie CardenJr., who is the director of Cincin-nati’s parks system; and PennyPensak, who is the vice chair-woman for community impact atthe United Way of Greater Cin-cinnati.

Burwinkel lauded as a ‘Champion for Children’By Kurt [email protected]

East Price Hillresident BillBurwinkel, whostarted theAdopt A ClassFoundation,was named a2012 Championfor Children by4C for Children,the region’sleadingresource inearly educationand care.Burwinkel willaccept thehonor at aceremony inJanuary. FILEPHOTO

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WESTERNHILLSPRESSEditor: Melanie Laughman, [email protected], 513-248-7573

With 2013 upon us, hereis a photographiclook back at the high-

lights from the 2012 sportsyear for the Western HillsPress.

2012: The year in review

Elder High School’s RahkimJohnson, left, controls the head ofMoeller’s Chalmer Frueauf duringtheir 220 pound championshipmatch at the Division I districttournament. Johnson went on tothe state tournament where hefinished second in the state at 220.JOSEPH FUQUA II/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Elder running back Chris Schroer (21) goes in for a touchdown against Colerain in overtime of the Division Iregional semifinal at Nippert Stadium Nov. 10. Schroer finished the season with 1,193 yard and 20touchdowns on the ground. JOSEPH FUQUA II/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Oak Hills’ Austin Kronwas named the 2012Western Hills PressSportsman of the Year.PROVIDED

Mercy senior Amy Feie practicesbefore a match her senior season.Feie was a state qualifer and ledher Bobcats to a 23-2 record and aGGCL Scarlet Division title. TOM

SKEEN/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Oak Hills junior Kevin Konkolycelebrates with his medal afterfinishing seventh in the400-meter at the state meet June2. TOM SKEEN/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Seton High School’s Emily Hayhow qualified for the state meet as part of the200-yard medley relay - which also set a school record - and in the 100-yardbutterfly. FILE ART

Oak Hills junior Lauren Slatten hurls onetoward the plate during the regionalsemifinal game against Fairborn May 23.Slatten led the Lady Highlanders withinone game of the state tournament andwas named The Enquirer Division I playerof the year. TOM SKEEN/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Taylor senior Christina Dilley (20) celebrates during Taylor’s district final match against Miami East at Tippecanoe Oct. 27. NICK DUDUKOVICH/THE

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Oak Hills High School graduateMaggie Bischoff was named the2012Western Hills PressSportswoman of the Year. THANKSTO DAVID BUSCHLE

West High quarterback CameronWashington drops back during ascrimmage against Edgewood.The senior totaled 1,461 totalyards from scrimmage and 10touchdowns his senior season.TOM SKEEN/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Elder’s JimmyWhite rips asingle that drove in thegame-winning run for thePanthers in their regionalsemifinal game againstVandalia Butler May 24. TOM

SKEEN/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Seton’s Erika LaRosa, right, and Ursuline’s Michele Christy battle forpossesson during their Division I regional semifinal game at LakotaEast. The Saints senior was a big part of her team’s surprise run deepinto the postseason and was named first-team All-GGCL. JEFF SWINGER/THE

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Softball clinicsOak Hills softball head

coach Jackie Cornelius-Bedeland her staff will conductsoftball clinics again thiswinter. The clinics will be runby current and former col-lege and professional playersand coaches ensuring eachplayer receives the highestquality instruction availablein the area.

The third annual WinterSkills Clinic will be Feb 2 andFeb 16. The clinic will focuson all areas of fast-pitchsoftball. Offensive skills to becovered include hitting,bunting, slapping, baserunning.

Defensive areas will focuson both infield and outfieldskills. Special drills for pitch-ers and catchers will also beavailable. Second throughsixth grades are 1:30-3:30p.m., grades seven to 12 are4-6 p.m. each day. Clinics willbe at Oak Hills High School,3200 Ebenezer Road.

For more information andregistration form seewww.oakhillssoftball.com orphone 703-6109.

Pitching clinicJoin Elder High School’s

Mark Thompson and hiscoaching staff at Rivers Edgepitching clinic.

Pitching mechanics will beimproved. Increase velocity,improve control, pickoffs,fielding, arm strengtheningand injury prevention tech-niques.

The camp will run from10-11:30 a.m., Jan. 27, Feb. 3,Feb. 10, for ages 11-15 for$80, which includes campT-shirt.

Players need to bring aglove and wear gym shoes.

Call 264-1775, visit ri-versedgeindoor.com, ore-mail [email protected].

Deadline is Jan 20.

Baseball signupsDelhi Athletic Association

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Delhi Lodge on Foley Roadfrom 6-8 p.m. on the follow-ing dates: Thursday, Jan. 10,Monday, Jan. 21 and Tues-day, Feb. 12.

Swim lessonsMercy HealthPlex will offer

group swim lessons for ages6 months to adult startingJan. 12 and 13 and Tuesday,Jan. 1. Private and semi-private lessons are alsoavailable by appointment.

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HealthPlex provide thetransition from swim lessonsto swim team. The focus willbe on the four competitivestrokes, starts, turns, condi-tioning and safe divingtechnique. This is a once aweek practice.

For registration or moreinformation, call AnnieMacke at 389-5498, or [email protected].

St. Williambasketballtournaments

The St. William AthleticAssociation invites all parish-ioners, alumni and friends ofSt. William to its annualseventh- and eighth-gradeboys basketball tournament.

All games will be in theschool gym, 4108 W. EighthSt., West Price Hill.

The tournaments arescheduled every weekend inJanuary. Enjoy great basket-ball action, superior foodand drink, and a fun eveningwith family and friends.

A TV will also be availableplaying the NFL playoffs.

Games run from 6-11 p.m.on Fridays; 5-11 p.m., Sat-urdays; and 4-9 p.m., Sun-days.

Admission is $2 for stu-dents, $3. for adults and $5for families.

Contact Steve Williams at203-4991 or visit www.saint-william.com.

SIDELINES

What can a girl do? Aworld of good. It’s GirlScout cookie time, and thisyear is poised to be one ofour best years yet. TheGirlScout Cookie Program isthe largest girl-run busi-ness in theworld, and it em-powers girls with thestrength, abilities anddrivethey’ll need to become ac-complished women whobenefit themselves, theirfamily and the world.

By participating in theGirl Scout Cookie Program,girls develop life-long skillsthat increase their self-con-fidenceandaddnewdimen-sions to their lives.Throughthe program, girls are pre-sented opportunities tolearn goal setting, decisionmaking, money manage-

ment, people skills andbusiness ethics. Additional-ly, girls help earn their ownway and contribute to thetroop/group and councilsupport, as all Girl ScoutCookie Program proceedsstay in the community.

BeginningFriday, Jan. 4,girls in western Ohio willbegin taking Girl Scoutcookie orders. Girl Scoutsof Western Ohio will be of-fering customers a selec-tion of the best-selling GirlScout cookies – Thin Mints,Samoas, Tagalongs, Tre-foils, Do-Si-Dos and Savan-nah Smiles. Additionally,there is new packaging forall cookie boxes, whichhighlight the skills girlslearnthroughtheGirlScoutCookie Program.

Girl Scouts of WesternOhio also have two new ad-ditions to the product line –Girl Scout snack bars.These snack bars arepacked with wholesome in-gredients like hearty rolledoats, crispy cereal flakesand chewy granola. Thereare two varieties—DoubleDutch and Tagalongs. GirlScout snack bars are indi-vidually wrapped in pack-ages of five.

Girl Scout cookies andsnack bars aremade by Lit-tle Brownie Bakers. Thecookies are available in thesix flavors and are sellingfor $3.50 a box. The snackbars come in two flavorsand are selling for $4 a box.

Scout cookie sale starts soon

Students in McAuleyHigh School’s Contempo-rary Living class recentlytook a field trip to theKrog-er store on Harrison Ave-nue in Dent.

As part of a foods unit inthe class, taught by KathyDietrich, the students werelearning about nutritionand budgeting for food pur-chases.

At the store, under thesupervision of store man-ager Jerry Dietrich (no re-lation to their teacher), theywere shown how to use theScan-Bag-Go devices avail-able at the store, then“bought” nutritious foods:fruits, vegetables, proteins,dairy products and grainsby scanning each item asthey loaded it into theircarts. The hand-held devicekept a running total for thestudents,whohada$50 lim-it on their spending. They

kept their receipts (not thefood) and brought themback to school.

The second part of theassignment was to plan 21meals, seven each of break-

fasts, lunches and dinners,with just the food theyscanned. Each meal had tofollowgoodnutritionguide-lines.

“In this project, I

learned that I can makehealthy meals on a budget.This will help me in collegeand in the rest of my life tobe healthy,” said seniorBeth Davish.

Sophomores Julia Fahey and Kaitlyn Calder scan broccoli. PROVIDED.

McAuley students go Krogering

Students in Kathy Dietrich's Contemorary Living class at McAuley recently took a field tripto Kroger. PROVIDED.

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ABOUT LETTERSAND COLUMNSWewelcome your comments on editorials, columns, stories or other

topics important to you in The Western Hills Press. Include your name,address and phone number(s) so we may verify your letter. Letters of 200or fewer words and columns of 500 or fewer words have the best chanceof being published. All submissions may be edited for length, accuracyand clarity.Deadline: Noon FridayE-mail:[email protected]: 853-6220U.S. mail: See box belowLetters, columns and articles submitted to The Western Hills Press may

be published or distributed in print, electronic or other forms.

Moral compassI do have to agree with Ms.

Thompson about the hypocrisy invoting for the same politicians.

How a president who believesin infanticide was re-elected bymyfellowAmericans ismindbog-gling to me. Abortion is evil but

how Mr. Obama, while a senatorfrom Illinois, could vote not toprotect born-alive infants in a bill(”Born-Alive Infants ProtectionAct”) is beyondmy pay grade.

Also, Mr. Ostendorf does notspew hatred but facts, we are allcould to be saints. Mr. Chabot isfighting for all of us because our

government has a spending prob-lem, not an income problem.

Out in 2013 is political correct-ness. In in 2013 is common sense.We have lost our moral compass.We have lost our fear of God.

Donna BruceCleves

Where did money go?In Congressman Chabot’s arti-

cle on the fiscal cliff, he quotesstatements by prominent Demo-crats who where opposed to theBush tax cuts in 2001and 2003 be-cause theywereunfair to themid-dle class, and says, “I know. I re-member. Iwas there.” Iwas not inWashingtonat the time, butwhat Iremember is that in 2001theUnit-ed States was projected to have amassivesurplus thanks to theeco-nomic policies of the Clinton ad-ministration.

Those tax cuts were not need-ed to stimulate an economy on thevergeofcollapse,butrather,were

the Bush Administration’s way todistribute the surplus.Democratsopposed the Bush tax cuts be-cause the wealthiest would over-whelmingly and unfairly receivemost of the money. The Republi-cans thought that trickle downwould indirectly work for themiddle class, however, again thistheory failed as proven by the2007 recession.

Although we have made tre-mendous strides in the last fouryears recovering from the Bushadministration recession, weneed to do more, and returning tothe tax rates that were in effectduring the Clinton administrationfor the upper 2 percent makessense and is not hypocritical. Iwould instead ask the following,since that money did not trickledown and create jobs during theBush years, where did it go, andwho benefited from it?

Ernest CiambarellaMiami Township

How does this help?How does calling the Demo-

crats hypocrites solve our fiscalcliff problem?

If the Democrats call the Re-publicans idiots for enacting the2003 tax cut during a war, doesthat solve today’s problem.

You say we should reducespending. Well which programsdo you propose to cut and howmuch. If both parties don’t solvetoday’sproblem, thismiddle-classretiree will have to continue toworkpart-timetomaintainmyba-sic life style.

Remember, compromise is nota four-letter word. And I believepartof thatcompromiseshouldberaising taxes on higher earners orcutting loopholes. Let’s work to-gether and solve our problemsand get our nation headed in theright direction.

Michael H. HaapGreen Township

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

A few short years ago at acommunity gathering, Covedaleresidents asked themselves,“Should our homes, now historicin age and character, be thoughtof simply as shelter, or appreci-ated as art objects? In vogue tothe period, windows into the

lives of thosewho precededus.”

Noted, wasthe tangibleevidence ofhow otherneighborhoodshad declined;inappropriatereplacementwindows need-ing to be re-

placed, vinyl and aluminumsiding cracked, buckled, windtorn and faded – glaring ex-amples of how a glut of “mainte-nance-free home improvement”products, the vanguard of slumlandlords, rob homes of theiroriginal detailing, character andvalue.

Calling upon our West Sidesensibilities we determined thatthe best way to increase ourproperty values, and maintain aproper balance of owner occu-pancy, is to simply preserve andenhance the authenticity andarchitectural integrity of ourhomes.

At the same time we adoptedthe garden district identity as away to draw attention to the

attractiveness of our neigh-borhood. Now, others who em-brace a culture of preservationhappily plant their roots in theCovedale Garden District.

One such young couple re-cently contacted the CovedaleNeighborhood Association seek-ing advice. Their home’s beauti-ful Spanish tile roof was leakingand they were very upset that a“reputable roofer” deemed theroof not salvageable – recom-mending that it be replaced witha shingle roof, guaranteed for 15years, at a cost of $10,000.

The neighborhood associa-tion did some research, whichled us to a local company thatspecializes in tile and slateroofs. This story has a happyending, not only for the home-owners – a $500 repair deemedthe roof good for another 80-plus years – but for their neigh-bors, whose property values

were also protected as a result.People move. Neighborhoods

change. But when a neighbor-hood embraces a culture ofpreservation its very namebecomes an emblem symboliz-ing high standards, shared val-ues and a common vision. So

change happens for the better –in a gradual, natural and pre-dictable way.

To further the preservationmovement the Covedale Neigh-borhood Association has estab-lished a relationship with theCincinnati Preservation Associ-

ation – to help Covedale resi-dents make informed home-caredecisions. Contact us at [email protected].

Jim Grawe is the co-founder of theCovedale Neighborhood Association.

People move, neighborhoods change

The house is the Spanish Colonial home of Kevin McKean and Molly Pace-Scrivener, circa 1929. PROVIDED

Jim GraweCOMMUNITY PRESSGUEST COLUMNIST

‘Tis the season for giving!The holidays are a time forgiving thanks and an importanttime to remember those lessfortunate in your community.With so many good causes andorganizations out there, how doyou pick the right one? Here aresome tips on how to make themost out of charitable donationsduring the holidays and through-out the year:

1) Follow your heart. Pick acharity or non-profit organiza-tion you are passionate about.Not only will your donation helpthe organization, but choosing acause you deeply care about willmake the gift more meaningfulto you.

2) Try to have impact. Youprobably get requests all the

time fromneighbors,colleagues andeven at thegrocery storeto support localcauses andfundraisers.Five dollars or$20 here andthere to sup-port your

friends and family and theiractivities is totally fine as longas it fits your budget. But if youreally want to make an impactthrough charitable giving, pickthe top two or three charitiesyou care about the most anddivide your donation amountsamong them. By focusing yourdonations on a few causes, your

money will go further to helpthose in need.

3) It is OK to say no. No onelikes to say no, but it is impos-sible to support every requestyou may receive. Be respectfulto the organizations you cannotsupport and let them know hon-estly that you are contributingto other causes. This will helpyou prioritize your giving, and itactually will help the non-profitfocus its fundraising efforts onother potential donors. Remem-ber, wasting an organization’stime can be worse than sayingno.

4) Do your homework. Be-sides picking a charity you arepassionate about, research theorganization. Review its annualreport to see how the organiza-

tion is doing financially and howdonations are being used. Youalso can review financial in-formation for charities throughyour local Better Business Bu-reau.

5) Don’t wait until the end ofthe year. The holiday season is apopular time to donate, but non-profits need support year-round.Consider donating earlier in theyear to help organizations offsetcosts and to help manage yourbudget before holiday expensesstart rolling in.

6) Get the whole family in-volved. Be an example for yourchildren. Kids learn how to becharitable by watching theirparents, and you can help passon philanthropic behavior byinvolving your kids in the giving

process. Let them pick the char-ity or encourage them to donatetoys or clothing to a local non-profit to get more involved.

7) Volunteer. Non-profit or-ganizations always need volun-teers for programs, services andevents. Donating your time willhelp you gain exposure to theorganization you support, andyou also can see in action howyour donations are being used.

Above all else, any way youcan support those in need is animportant part of helping yourcommunity to grow and suc-ceed.

Heidi Jark is vice president andmanaging director of the Fifth ThirdFoundation Office at Fifth ThirdBank.

Making the most of your charitable donations

Heidi JarkCOMMUNITY PRESSGUEST COLUMNIST

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LIFELIFE PEOPLE | IDEAS | RECIPES

WESTERNHILLSPRESS

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2013

With theweatherwehavehad in thepastweekorso,weare envious of our readers onvacation. If youare takingatrip, take along you Community Press, snap a photo, andemail it to [email protected].

Laura Griffin and Ali Voellmecke stand in front of Buckingham Palace. The women, both junior graphic design students at the College of Mount St. Joseph, are participating in theStudy Abroad Program in London. PROVIDED.

Readers on vacation

Vacationing in Myrtle Beach, S.C., are, from left, Barbara Dawson, Rank Dawson Jr., Nicole Dawson,Natalie Teuschler, Patrick Pendercast and Rank Dawson III. PROVIDED.

At Graceland are BetsyWallbrown, Maria Gruberand Emily Gruber. The grouptraveled to Memphis for theLiberty Bowl. PROVIDED

At Hollywood Studios in Disneyworld are Green Township residentsMatt and Julia Miller with children Quinten, Gillian and Cameron.PROVIDED

More than 10 families from Our Lady of the Visitation School invaded Destin, Fla., for fun in the sun and a40th birthday celebration. They are the Dan and Beth Flanigan family, Chip and Shawna Hendon family,Andrew and Jen Kammerer family, Tim and Shannon McClatchey family, Todd and Amanda Geiser family,Jimmy and Erin Rowland family, Steve and Shannon Horvath family, Chad and Maura Unger family, Mikeand Kristin Hensler family, Tom and Lynn Hensler family, Jeff and Sally Hardig family, and John and LizMaier family. PROVIDED.

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THURSDAY, JAN. 3Parenting ClassesGrowing Up Again, 7-9:30 p.m.,Mercy Hospital Western Hills,3131Queen City Ave., FitnessRoom A. Learn variety of waysto reach your children, balancelove with limits and gain confi-dence as a parent in today’scomplicated world. Four-weekcourse held on Thursdays inJanuary. Book and materialsprovided. $60. Presented byCatholic Charities SouthWesternOhio. 241-7745.Westwood.

FRIDAY, JAN. 4Exercise ClassesFitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, 6720Home City Ave., Full-bodyworkout consisting of weights,cardio and core work. All agesand abilities welcome. $45 permonth. Presented by FitChixx.205-9772; www.fitchixx.com.Sayler Park.

Farmers MarketLettuce Eat Well Winter Farm-ers Market, 3-7 p.m., CheviotUnited Methodist Church, 3820Westwood Northern Blvd.,Locally produced food items.Free. Presented by Lettuce EatWell. 661-1792; www.lewfm.org.Cheviot.

SATURDAY, JAN. 5CivicChristmas Tree Recycling DropOff, Noon-3 p.m., Kuliga Park,6717 Bridgetown Road, Hamil-ton County residents can recycletheir Christmas trees at no costwith proof of residency. Removeornaments, tinsel, tree bags, etc.Drop offs also available at BzakLandscaping and RumpkeSanitary Landfill. Family friendly.Free. Presented by HamiltonCounty Recycling and SolidWaste District. 946-7766; hamil-toncountyrecycles.org/in-dex.php?page=free-yardwaste-drop-off-sites. Green Township.

Exercise ClassesBeginners Ashtanga Class,10-11 a.m., EarthConnection, 370Neeb Road, Practice gentleprogression of postures to easeinto a fulfilling Ashtanga prac-tice. $30 for five-class pass.Presented by Yoga by Marietta.675-2725; www.yogabymariet-ta.com. Delhi Township.

SUNDAY, JAN. 6NatureWinter Bird Feeding, 2 p.m.,Fernbank Park, 60 ThorntonAve., Fernbank Lodge. Learnabout the tools and techniquesto draw colorful featheredfriends to any yard this winter.Free, vehicle permit required.Presented by Hamilton CountyPark District. 521-7275;www.greatparks.org. SaylerPark.

MONDAY, JAN. 7Exercise ClassesIntroduction to AshtangaYoga Class, 6-7 p.m., Earth-Connection, 370 Neeb Road,Rookie introduction of a pro-gression of Pranayanma (Breath-ing Tech), focus of gaze (Drishti)and Asanas (postures) leading toa unique practice for eachparticipant. $30 for five-classpass. Presented by Yoga byMarietta. 675-2725; www.yoga-bymarietta.com. Delhi Town-ship.FitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

TUESDAY, JAN. 8Faith-Based Yoga, 6:45-7:45p.m., Vineyard Westside Church,3420 Glenmore Ave., SecondFloor Green Room. Faith-basedyoga class open to all levels.Free, donations requested.295-5226; www.tailoredfitonli-ne.com. Cheviot.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 9Dance ClassesDance Class, 4:30-8:30 p.m.,Douce Dance Studio, 3772 ShadyLane, Dance instructions. Ages 21/2-adult. Tap, ballet, jazz/hip-hop, gymnastics, baton twirling.$25 monthly. Registrationrequired. 941-0202. North Bend.

Exercise ClassesBeginners Ashtanga Class, 7-8p.m., EarthConnection, $30 forfive-class pass. 675-2725;www.yogabymarietta.com.

Delhi Township.FitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

Health / WellnessYoga Back Therapy, 6-7 p.m.,EarthConnection, 370 NeebRoad, Gentle yoga postures tosoothe the back. $30 for five-class pass or $7 drop-in. Present-ed by Yoga by Marietta. 675-2725; www.yogabymarietta-.com. Delhi Township.

Music - AcousticChuck Brisbin, 7-10 p.m., Tom &Jerry’s Sports Bar, 5060 Crooksh-ank Road, Free. 451-1763;www.thetunaproject.com.WestPrice Hill.

Support GroupsWestern Hills Job SearchSatellite Group, 9-11 a.m.,Westwood First PresbyterianChurch, 3011Harrison Ave.,Community members welcometo learn from and support eachother in job-seeking process.Speakers present valuablecontent about latest in electron-ic resumes, LinkedIn, effectivenetworking, interview skills,available funding and communi-ty resources. Group membersprovide support and account-ability to one another duringthis stressful time. Free. 608-9359.Westwood.

FRIDAY, JAN. 11Exercise ClassesFitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

Farmers MarketLettuce Eat Well Winter Farm-ers Market, 3-7 p.m., CheviotUnited Methodist Church, Free.661-1792; www.lewfm.org.Cheviot.

SATURDAY, JAN. 12CivicChristmas Tree Recycling DropOff, Noon-3 p.m., Kuliga Park,Free. 946-7766; hamiltoncounty-recycles.org/in-dex.php?page=free-yardwaste-drop-off-sites. Green Township.

SUNDAY, JAN. 13Religious - CommunityA Transformed Life, 1-4 p.m.,Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati,5900 Delhi Road, Motherhouse.Provides context within which tounderstand both the challengesand the blessings of our journeyof seeking God and living in amore contemplative way. $50.Registration required. 347-5449.Delhi Township.

MONDAY, JAN. 14Exercise ClassesIntroduction to AshtangaYoga Class, 6-7 p.m., Earth-Connection, $30 for five-classpass. 675-2725; www.yogabyma-rietta.com. Delhi Township.FitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

Health / Wellness

Five Secrets of PermanentWeight Loss, 12:30-1:30 p.m.,Gamble-Nippert YMCA, 3159Montana Ave., Fitness Room.Lunch and learn. Explanation ofmetabolism, how sugar andcarbohydrates are used and truevalue of being healthy and fit.Ages 21 and up. Free. Presentedby Foundation for WellnessProfessionals. 941-0378.West-wood.

TUESDAY, JAN. 15Exercise ClassesFaith-Based Yoga, 6:45-7:45p.m., Vineyard Westside Church,Free, donations requested.295-5226; www.tailoredfitonli-ne.com. Cheviot.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 16Dance ClassesDance Class, 4:30-8:30 p.m.,Douce Dance Studio, $25monthly. Registration required.941-0202. North Bend.

Exercise ClassesBeginners Ashtanga Class, 7-8p.m., EarthConnection, $30 forfive-class pass. 675-2725;www.yogabymarietta.com.Delhi Township.FitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

Health / WellnessYoga Back Therapy, 6-7 p.m.,

EarthConnection, $30 for five-class pass or $7 drop-in. 675-2725; www.yogabymarietta-.com. Delhi Township.

Music - AcousticChuck Brisbin, 7-10 p.m., Tom &Jerry’s Sports Bar, Free. 451-1763;www.thetunaproject.com.WestPrice Hill.

Support GroupsWestern Hills Job SearchSatellite Group, 9-11 a.m.,Westwood First PresbyterianChurch, Vickie Wolfe will speakabout resume writing. Free.608-9359.Westwood.

FRIDAY, JAN. 18Exercise ClassesFitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

Farmers MarketLettuce Eat Well Winter Farm-ers Market, 3-7 p.m., CheviotUnited Methodist Church, Free.661-1792; www.lewfm.org.Cheviot.

On Stage - TheaterJerry Finnegan’s Sister, 8 p.m.,Glenmore Playhouse, 3716Glenmore Ave., Brian has spenthis life wrestling with an unreq-uited “something” for his bestfriend’s sister. But every timehe’s spoken to her, he’s endedup with his foot planted firmly

in is mouth. With the news thatJerry Finnegan’s sister is gettingmarried, the time has come forhim to make his move. For ages12 and up. $15. Presented by TheDramaWorkshop. 598-8303;www.thedramaworkshop.org.Cheviot.

SATURDAY, JAN. 19Exercise ClassesBeginners Ashtanga Class,10-11 a.m., EarthConnection, $30for five-class pass. 675-2725;www.yogabymarietta.com.Delhi Township.

On Stage - TheaterJerry Finnegan’s Sister, 8 p.m.,Glenmore Playhouse, $15.598-8303; www.thedramawork-shop.org. Cheviot.

SUNDAY, JAN. 20On Stage - TheaterJerry Finnegan’s Sister, 2 p.m.,Glenmore Playhouse, $15.598-8303; www.thedramawork-shop.org. Cheviot.

MONDAY, JAN. 21Exercise ClassesIntroduction to AshtangaYoga Class, 6-7 p.m., Earth-Connection, $30 for five-classpass. 675-2725; www.yogabyma-rietta.com. Delhi Township.

TUESDAY, JAN. 22Faith-Based Yoga, 6:45-7:45p.m., Vineyard Westside Church,Free, donations requested.295-5226; www.tailoredfitonli-ne.com. Cheviot.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 23Dance ClassesDance Class, 4:30-8:30 p.m.,Douce Dance Studio, $25monthly. Registration required.941-0202. North Bend.

Exercise ClassesBeginners Ashtanga Class, 7-8p.m., EarthConnection, $30 forfive-class pass. 675-2725;www.yogabymarietta.com.Delhi Township.FitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

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

Music - AcousticChuck Brisbin, 7-10 p.m., Tom &Jerry’s Sports Bar, Free. 451-1763;www.thetunaproject.com.WestPrice Hill.

Support GroupsWestern Hills Job SearchSatellite Group, 9-11 a.m.,Westwood First PresbyterianChurch, Free. 608-9359.West-wood.

THURSDAY, JAN. 24On Stage - TheaterBroadway Bound, 8 p.m.,Covedale Center for the Per-forming Arts, 4990 GlenwayAve., Part three of Neil Simon’sacclaimed autobiographical

work. $23, $20 students andseniors. 241-6550; www.cincin-natilandmarkproductions.com.West Price Hill.

FRIDAY, JAN. 25Exercise ClassesFitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

Farmers MarketLettuce Eat Well Winter Farm-ers Market, 3-7 p.m., CheviotUnited Methodist Church, Free.661-1792; www.lewfm.org.Cheviot.

On Stage - TheaterJerry Finnegan’s Sister, 8 p.m.,Glenmore Playhouse, $15.598-8303; www.thedramawork-shop.org. Cheviot.Broadway Bound, 8 p.m.,Covedale Center for the Per-forming Arts, $23, $20 studentsand seniors. 241-6550; www.cin-cinnatilandmarkproduction-s.com.West Price Hill.

SATURDAY, JAN. 26Exercise ClassesBeginners Ashtanga Class,10-11 a.m., EarthConnection, $30for five-class pass. 675-2725;www.yogabymarietta.com.Delhi Township.

On Stage - Children’sTheaterThe Cinderella Files, 11 a.m.,Covedale Center for the Per-forming Arts, 4990 GlenwayAve., In Madcap Puppets’ takeon the fairy tale, it’s up toCinderella’s Fairy Godfather toget her to the ball. $5. Presentedby Madcap Puppets. 241-6550;www.madcappuppets.com.West Price Hill.

On Stage - TheaterJerry Finnegan’s Sister, 8 p.m.,Glenmore Playhouse, $15.598-8303; www.thedramawork-shop.org. Cheviot.Broadway Bound, 8 p.m.,Covedale Center for the Per-forming Arts, $23, $20 studentsand seniors. 241-6550; www.cin-cinnatilandmarkproduction-s.com.West Price Hill.

SUNDAY, JAN. 27On Stage - TheaterJerry Finnegan’s Sister, 2 p.m.,Glenmore Playhouse, $15.598-8303; www.thedramawork-shop.org. Cheviot.Broadway Bound, 2 p.m.,Covedale Center for the Per-forming Arts, $23, $20 studentsand seniors. 241-6550; www.cin-cinnatilandmarkproduction-s.com.West Price Hill.

MONDAY, JAN. 28Exercise ClassesIntroduction to AshtangaYoga Class, 6-7 p.m., Earth-Connection, $30 for five-classpass. 675-2725; www.yogabyma-rietta.com. Delhi Township.FitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

TUESDAY, JAN. 29Faith-Based Yoga, 6:45-7:45p.m., Vineyard Westside Church,Free, donations requested.295-5226; www.tailoredfitonli-ne.com. Cheviot.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 30Dance ClassesDance Class, 4:30-8:30 p.m.,Douce Dance Studio, $25monthly. Registration required.941-0202. North Bend.

Exercise ClassesBeginners Ashtanga Class, 7-8p.m., EarthConnection, $30 forfive-class pass. 675-2725;www.yogabymarietta.com.Delhi Township.FitChixx, 9:30-10:30 a.m., SaylerPark Community Center, $45 permonth. 205-9772; www.fitch-ixx.com. Sayler Park.

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

Support GroupsWestern Hills Job SearchSatellite Group, 9-11 a.m.,Westwood First PresbyterianChurch, Sunitha Narayanan willspeak about branding yourselfthrough the job search. Free.608-9359.Westwood.

THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Northern Kentucky University Norse play their first NCAA Division I home basketball game at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, atThe Bank of Kentucky Center, Highland Heights, Ky. Their opponent is Atlantic Sun Conference foe University of SouthCarolina Upstate. For more information, go to nkunorse.com. THANKS TO KODY KAHLE, NKU

Learn the tools and techniques to draw birds to your yardthis winter at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 6, at the Fernbank ParkLodge, 60 Thornton Ave. For more information, call521-7275 or visit www.greatparks.org. FILE PHOTO

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Among the food trendsfor 2013 are, believe it ornot, duck eggs.

When we had ducks, theeggs made it to our table inmany recipes. According

to Bon Ap-petit, chefsare movingout of thehen houseand ditchingchickeneggs fortheir largerand tastiersiblings:duck eggs.Restaurants

from Venice, Calif., toCambridge, Mass., areincorporating them intotheir menu. SomeWholeFoodsMarkets sell themand I have found them atfarmers’ markets.

This is good news forBill andMaria Krusling,my sister-in-law Claire’sniece and her family. Ma-ria and Bill have a farm inAlbany, Ohio, near Athens,and they have a flock of450 golden 300 hybridducks. Bill andMaria willbe selling duck eggs. Theyalso have sheep, cattle,chickens, and herding andsheep dogs. Bill is devel-oping a recipe for highquality raw dog food tosell, as well. With theirgirls, Rachel and Isabella,they are what I call true“back-to-the-landers” andalways have the mostinteresting, and unique,

stories to tell about theirway of living.

As far as other trendsfor the new year, chefs arediscovering what some ofus have used and loved foryears, like cauliflower andeven grapefruit. Brazilianfood made the list (it isinfluenced by the Portu-guese, African, Lebaneseand German cuisines, soyou know it’s good) and sodid the spice sumac andDIY yogurt (yep, staples in

my Lebanese kitchen). Mystep-by-step recipe withphotos for homemadeyogurt is on my blog.

As far as techniquegoes, pan roasting is goingto be big. That’s when youstart something on top ofthe stove in an ovenproofpan and finish it off in theoven.

More DIY condimentsinclude sriracha, mayo,horseradish andmustard.Gene Goldschmidt, our

ownmustard and horse-radish king here in theTristate, has been elevat-ing these two humble con-diments into gourmettreats for a long time. Weenjoy eating the more mildhorseradish leaves andflowers along with thepungent root. Check outmy blog for his tips andrecipes along with areavendors.

Roasted chicken,cauliflower andcarrots with Biblespices

Yummy! For the North-ern Kentucky and DelhiTownship readers whowanted more high-heatrecipes for chicken andveggies. Adapted fromMartha Stewart using twoof my favorite Biblespices. I keep tweakingthis, sometimes usingmore coriander than cu-min, and vice versa. Thecoriander has a lemony/sagey taste and is anti-inflammatory. Cumin hasan earthy, distinctive fla-vor and enhances the im-mune system. Do the sniffand taste test on corianderas it loses its flavor fairlyquickly in the pantry. Bothcarrots and cauliflower arefull of antioxidants, andthe chicken is a good pro-tein source. After the dishis done, taste and, if youwant, sprinkle on a bitmore seasonings.

1pound carrots, peeled, ifnecessary, and cut intolarge chunks

1 nice head cauliflower,about 4 cups florets

2 teaspoons groundcoriander and 1tablespoon cuminmixedtogether

Olive oilAbout 3 pounds your choicechicken pieces, leavebones in and skin on (we

like thighs and legs)Salt and freshly groundpepper

Lemonwedges

Preheat oven to 475degrees. Combine veggiesand chicken pieces. Coatlightly with olive oil. Spraya large, shallow roastingpan, big enough for every-thing to fit in single layer.Chicken should be skinside up. Sprinkle all withcoriander/cumin mixture,salt and pepper. Roast,stirring veggies once, untilchicken is done and veg-gies are cooked, about40-45 minutes. Chickenwill be beautifully crisp ontop. Serve with pan juicesand a couple of lemonwedges to squirt on.

Homemade srirachasauce

I found a couple of nicerecipes for this and linkedthem onmy blog (cincin-nati.com/blogs). RachelJepsonWolf’s recipe useshoney. Erin Wyso’s veganblog contains one withpalm sugar.

Hot dilled veggiesLet me know if you

want my recipe.

Rita Nader Heikenfeld is anherbalist, educator and au-thor. Email her at [email protected] “Rita’s kitchen” in thesubject line. Call 513-248-7130,ext. 356.

Rita reviews food trends for 2013

RitaHeikenfeldRITA’S KITCHEN

This roasted chicken and vegetable dish uses warm spices that were mentioned in theBible, cumin and coriander. THANKS TO RITA HEIKENFELD

With interest rates atrecord low levels, youneed to be wary of compa-nies’ emails and lettersclaiming you’re pre-ap-proved for a much lowerinterest rate on your carloan.

Many scam artists areturning from the homemortgage market to autorefinancing and claimingthey can drop your pay-ments by hundreds ofdollars. But you need todo a lot of research be-fore rushing into anysuch deal.

A friend of mine re-ceived a letter saying hercurrent interest rate of13.55 percent on her carloan could be cut dramat-ically. The letter said thecompany has “Pre-qual-ified you from $7,500 to$33,000 to refinance yourvehicle with a rate as lowas 3.99 percent.”

My friend liked theidea, especially the claimthat dropping her interestrate could save hundredsof dollars on her autoloan. However, after fill-ing out a lot of papers andhaving her credit scorechecked, the interest ratequoted her was higherthan 3.99 percent.

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The company that senther the refinancing offerdidn’t mention an ad-vance fee for the loan, butmany other lenders have

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The BBB says youneed to be as carefulabout these refinancingbrokers as you would anyothers touting themselvesas instant credit-fixers.

My friend was alsoattracted by the lowermonthly payments thatcame with longer lending

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My friend’s car is al-ready more than a yearold and she was consider-ing taking out a new autoloan for a five-year peri-od. I cautioned heragainst such a long loanbecause a lot of thingscan go wrong with thevehicle during that timeand she could end uppaying on the loan eventhough she no longerowns the car.

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Andrew ClottAndrew David Clott, 56, died

Dec. 21.Survived by wife Geralee

“Geri” Hunt Clott; childrenShannon (Rich) Clifton, Bradley(Holly), Spencer Clott; siblingsMichael (Shirley), Paul Clott,Emily (Jeffrey) Alverson; par-ents-in-law Mary Lou, EugeneHunt. Preceded in death byparents Eulalia, Edward Clott,sister Rosanne Schulte.

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Teresa of Avila.Arrangementsby Meyer &Geiser FuneralHome. Memo-rials to: Na-tional KidneyFoundation, 30E. 33rd St.,New York, NY

10016 or American Heart Associ-ation, 5211Madison Road,Cincinnati, OH 45227-1411.

Helen FarisHelen Cynthia Faris, 88, Green

Township, died Dec. 20. Sheworked for Procter & Gamble.

Survived by children Sandra(Otis) Faris-Shepherd, Charles(Kathy) Faris; grandchildrenRachel (Kurt) Polter, Adam Faris;great-grandchildren Gavin, EllaPolter, Rylie Faris; sister Marie(the late Howard) Adler. Preced-ed in death by husband WilliamFaris.

Services were Dec. 22 at

Bolton & Lunsford FuneralHome. Memorials to the Hos-pice of Cincinnati.

Roger HodgemanRoger Benjamin Hodgeman,

59, died Dec. 24.Survived by wife Myriam

Elalouf Hodgeman; sons Cedric,Julian, Steven Hodgeman;mother Betty Hodgeman;siblings Bob (Carol), Ron (Nat-alie Kiern) Hodgeman, Renee(Richard) Harris, Rhonda (John)Kinnemeyer, Rae Lynn (Bill)Spears. Preceded in death byfather Robert Hodgeman.

Services were Dec. 27 at St.Vincent de Paul Church. Ar-rangements by Rebold, Rose-nacker & Sexton Funeral Home.Memorials to: Heartland ofWoodridge Patient ActivityFund, 3801Woodridge Drive,Fairfield, OH 45014.

Rosemary LehanRosemary Mattscheck Lehan,

90, died Dec. 24.Survived by daughters Mary

Jo Lehan, Marcia (Dave) Luecke;grandchildren Jennifer, Kather-ine, Christopher Lehan, Anna,Brigit, Noah Luecke; brother the

Rev. Jack Mattscheck. Precededin death by husband Jack Le-han, children Therese (Robert)Dochterman, Timothy (Judy)Lehan.

Services were Dec. 28 at St.Jude Church. Arrangements byRebold, Rosenacker & SextonFuneral Home. Memorials to:Hamilton County Park Founda-tion Legacy Tree Program,10245 Winton Road, Cincinnati,OH 45231.

James LyonsJames L. Lyons, 86, died Dec.

24.Survived by wife Jean Lyons;

children James (Linda), Terence(Jean), Dan (Mary), Amy Lyons,Susan (Charles) Fischesser, Cathy(Ken) Fitzgerald, Emily Wehrly;siblings Daniel Lyons, Marion

Connett; manygrandchildrenand great-grandchildren.

Serviceswere Dec. 28at St. BernardChurch. Ar-rangements byNeidhard-

Minges Funeral Home. Memori-als to St. Bernard School or theHospice of Cincinnati.

Betty OverbergBetty Wilkinson Overberg, 89,

formerly of Western Hills, diedDec. 26 in Lawrenceburg, Ind.

She was ahomemaker.

She was amember of St.Joseph Churchand the Hid-den Valley GolfClub.

Survived bychildren Joyce

(Vincent) Caravella, Mary Jane(Jim) Felland, Carol (Mike) Erb,Janet (Dennis) Edwards, Joni(Charlie) Trotta, Julie (Bill)Niehoff, Jeff (Mary) Overberg;17 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren. Preceded indeath by husband RobertOverberg.

Services were Dec. 29 at St.Joseph Church. Arrangementsby Dennis George FuneralHome. Memorials to St. JosephChurch or the Pine Knoll Activ-ity Fund, in care of DennisGeorge Funeral Home.

Ella Mae PrivettElla Mae Jones Privett, 74,

died Dec. 16. She was a waitress.Survived by children Debra,

Michael (Barbara), Teresa,Karen, Paul Privett; siblings

Cloa, Lillie,Hurstle, Kay;many grand-children andgreat-grand-children.Preceded indeath byhusband FloydPrivett, chil-

dren Clarence, Jerry, RosemaryPrivett, parents Willie, VinaJones.

Services were Dec. 19 atDennis George Funeral Home.Memorials to: Vitas Hospice, c/oDennis George Funeral Home,44 S. Miami, Cleves, OH 45002.

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PUBLIC HEARINGNotice is hereby giv-en that a public hear-ing will be held by theHamilton CountyCommissioners onWednesday, January16, 2013, in Room603 of the CountyAdministration Build-ing at 11:30 A.M. forthe purpose of hear-ing: Case Number:Green 2012-03;Filview Day CareSubject Property:Green Township: Onthe west side ofFilview Circle, ap-proximately 460 feetsouth of HutchinsonRoad (Book 550,Page 182, Parcel 13)Applicant: Greg Da-vis (applicant), Rob-ert B. & Mary AnnWeidner ( owners)Application:MajorRevision to an exist-ing "EE" Planned Re-tail District P l a nS u m m a r y : To re-place a portion of anexisting developmentplan for Case Green2 0 0 6 - 0 2 ; L e g a c yPlace to construct a10, 000 square footdaycare building and10, 500 square footgymnastics buildingwith 97 parkingspaces and two ac-cess drives ontoFilview Circle Plansare on file and openfor public inspectionin Room 801, CountyAdministration Build-ing, 138 East CourtStreet, during normalbusiness hours. Of-fice hours: M o n d a ythru Friday 8:00 A.M.to 4:00 P.M. OfficePhone:513-946-45501001742469

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Butch ScherraLouis J. “Butch” Scherra, 75,

died Dec. 24.Survived by sister Alberta

Bleha; four nieces and nephews;12 great-nieces and nephews;five great-great-nieces andnephews. Preceded in death byparents Louis, Catherine Scherra

Services were Dec. 28 at HolyFamily. Arrangements by B.J.Meyer Sons Funeral Home.Memorials to: Holy FamilyChurch Building Fund, 3006 W.Eighth St., Cincinnati, OH45205.

Pauline TaylorPauline Schubert Taylor, 75,

died Dec. 9.Survived by husband Charles

Taylor; children Jay Meyer,Shellie (Jeff) Zahneis, Myra (Jim)Clary; grandchildren Dietrick,Matthew, Danielle, Brandon;great-grandchildren Taylor,Halle, Ashten, Gavin, Kensie,Ben, Cayden; siblings John(Sandy) Schubert, Donna (John)Schlueter.

Services were Dec. 26 atJackman Kercheval MeyersFuneral Home. Memorials tothe American Cancer Society incare of the funeral home.

Vivian TownleyVivian Oberwitte Townley,

87, died Dec. 26.Survived by children Vivian

(Bernie) Schultian, Darlene

Childers, Darryl(Marianne)Townley,Marlene (Don)Jewell; sistersShirley Snyder,BonnieTrompke; ninegrandchildren;13 great-

grandchildren. Preceded indeath by husband David Town-ley.

Services were Dec. 29 atRebold, Rosenacker & SextonFuneral Home. Memorials to:American Cancer Society, 2808Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH45206.

Connie VincentConnie Clark Vincent, 71,

Green Township, died Dec. 19.Survived by husband Robert

Vincent; children Pamela (Greg-ory) Zink, Daniel (Jeanean)

Vincent;grandsonsAnthonyBordiere, RyanVincent; broth-er Dennis(Mary) Clark.

Serviceswere Dec. 22at St. Aloysius

Gonzaga. Arrangements byNeidhard-Minges FuneralHome. Memorials to LittleSisters of the Poor.

MarleneWolfMarlene McGuire Wolf, 66,

Cleves, died Dec. 23. She was ahomemaker.

Survived by husband BruceWolf; children Johnny McGuire,Cherie Kurtz, Vickie Worthing-ton; grandchildren Hunter,Alexandra, Zachary, Olivia,Jacob, Jesse, Jake, Samantha;sisters Pat Handy, Beth AnnWebster. Preceded in death byparents Robert, Ethel McGuire,siblings Kenny McGuire, BeverlyGetz.

Services were Dec. 28 atDennis George Funeral Home.

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CHEVIOTArrests/citationsAndrew Schunk, 23, 303 ViennaWoods, warrant at HarrisonAvenue, Dec. 12.Jeffrey Robinson, 47, 915 Rook-wood Drive, warrant at 3814Harrison Ave., Dec. 12.Betty White, 38, 848 York St.,driving under suspension at4040 Harrison Ave., Dec. 12.Joseph Bruegge, 26, 3289 Mil-verton Court, warrant at 3814Harrison Ave., Dec. 13.Pierre Brown, 28, 2927 TempleAve., driving under suspensionat Cheviot Avenue, Dec. 13.Thomas Elsen, 21, 3317 CamvicTerrace No. 10, obstructingofficial business and resistingarrest at 3954 North BendRoad, Dec. 13.Summer Rodgers, 19, 3623Puhlman Ave., driving undersuspension at 3622 PuhlmanAve., Dec. 16.James Toothman, 44, 3735 LovellAve. No. 3, obstructing officialbusiness at 3735 Lovell Ave.,Dec. 18.Michelle Walters, 29, 4111 FlowerAve., possession of drug para-phernalia, possessing drug

abuse instruments, endanger-ing children and escape at 4109North Bend Road, Dec. 18.Juvenile, 13, curfew violation at3640 Westwood Northern Blvd.,Dec. 19.Juvenile, 14, curfew violation at3640 Westwood Northern Blvd.,Dec. 19.Juvenile, 14, curfew violation at3640 Westwood Northern Blvd.,Dec. 19.Nathaniel Halbert, 51, 1632 MainSt., theft at Harrison Avenue,Dec. 19.Jamie Gray, 19, 2216 South Road,warrant at 800 Broadway, Dec.19.

Incidents/reportsAggravated robberySuspect armed with a gunrobbed victim of money atHarding Avenue and RobbAvenue, Dec. 17.AssaultSuspect choked victim at 3955Trevor Ave., Dec. 11.TheftApple iPod and a rosary stolenfrom vehicle at 3992 Kenkel,Dec. 17.Apple iPod stolen from vehicleat 3987 Janward Drive, Dec. 17.

Apple iPod stolen from vehicleat 4149 Janward Drive, Dec. 17.Gasoline stolen from UnitedDairy Farmers at 4109 NorthBend Road, Dec. 7.Laptop computer stolen fromvehicle at 4123 Homelawn Ave.,Dec. 17.Money and a watch stolen fromvehicle at 4013 Carrie Ave., Dec.17.Money and debit card stolenfrom wallet in vehicle at 4023Homelawn Ave., Dec. 17.Title stolen from vehicle at 4140St. Martins Place, Dec. 14.Tool kit and 24 CDs stolen fromvehicle at 4145 Janward Drive,Dec. 17.

CINCINNATI DISTRICT 3Arrests/citationsAdel S. Samaan, born 1950,assault, 6176 Glenway Ave.,Dec. 7.AndrewMcGarr, born 1990,aggravated menacing, criminaldamaging or endangering,6165 Glenway Ave., Dec. 14.Antonio Woffard, born 1990,obstructing official business,1116 Sunset Ave., Dec. 13.Breanna Jade Meyer, born 1994,

possession of drug abuseinstruments, 3506 BoudinotAve., Dec. 6.Chester Reese, born 1985, tele-communication harassment,3276 Brater St., Dec. 14.Christina Fox, born 1975, drugabuse, possession of drug abuseinstruments, 2918 WestridgeAve., Dec. 9.Cierra Matthew, born 1994,possession of drug abuseinstruments, robbery, 5555Glenway Ave., Dec. 11.Damien Vollmer, born 1985,drug abuse, possession of drugabuse instruments, 2604 West-wood Northern Blvd., Dec. 7.Darlisha Townsend, born 1991,criminal damaging or en-dangering, 3031WestwoodNorthern Blvd., Dec. 7.David Roaden, born 1965, theftunder $300, 2322 FergusonRoad, Dec. 13.Davonnie Mills, born 1991,

criminal damaging or en-dangering, 2810 Robert Ave.,Dec. 14.Drew A. Ernst, born 1990, do-mestic violence, 5283 HighviewDrive, Dec. 12.Dylan J. Wilkins, born 1991,aggravated menacing, 1980Sunset Lane, Dec. 13.Eddie Collins, born 1976, pos-session drug paraphernalia,possession of drug abuseinstruments, 2918 WestridgeAve., Dec. 9.Gene Gribbons, born 1981,obstructing official business,6140 Glenway Ave., Dec. 2.Harold Adkins, born 1957, drugabuse, possession of drug abuseinstruments, 2604 WestwoodNorthern Blvd., Dec. 7.Jameal Plair, born 1992, aggra-vated menacing, grand theftauto, 2526 Montana Ave., Dec.10.James Oldham, born 1993,

possession of drugs, 1730Wyoming Ave., Dec. 6.Jason Jones, born 1981, criminaltrespassing, 4323 Glenway Ave.,Dec. 12.Jessica Marie Brumley, born1984, theft under $300, 6000Glenway Ave., Dec. 10.Joanne Trimpe, born 1957, theftunder $300, 6000 GlenwayAve., Dec. 7.Johnny Denmark, born 1953,child endangering or neglect,2454 Harrison Ave., Dec. 4.Joseph Jackson, born 1964,criminal trespassing, 1907Wyoming Ave., Dec. 8.Joseph Raisor, born 1984, falsifi-cation, robbery, 5555 GlenwayAve., Dec. 11.Justin Long, born 1992, child

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PUBLIC HEARINGNotice is hereby given that a public hear-ing will be held by the Hamilton County Ru-ralZoning Commission on Thursday, January17, 2013, in Room 805 County Administra-tion Building at 1:00 P.M. for the purposeof:Case Number: Green 2013-01;

5600 Harrison RetailSubject Property: Green Township: Onthe north side of Harrison Avenue, approxi-mately 150 feet southeast of theWestwood Northern Boulevard and Harri-son Road intersection (Book 550, Page181, Parcel 11)Applicant: Francis Niehaus, and 5600 Har-rison Avenue LLC (owners)Application: From: C Residence

To: EE Planned RetailPlan Summary: To construct up to threeoffice/retail (5,000 square foot retail and22,500 square foot office) buildings with 99parking spaces with one access drive ontoWestwood Northern Blvd and two accessdrives onto Harrison Road

Plans are on file and open for public in-spection in Room 801, County Administra-tion Building, 138 East Court Street, duringnormal business hours. Office hours: Mon-day thru Friday 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Of-fice Phone: 513-946-4550

PUBLIC HEARINGNotice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by theHamilton County Rural Zoning Commission on Thursday, January17, 2013 in Room 805, County Administration Building at 1:00P.M. for the purpose of:Case Number: Miami 2002-01; Trails of Fiddlers GreenSubject Property: Miami Township : 3005 Fiddlers Ridge Drive;at the end of Fiddlers Ridge cul-de-sac (Book 570, Page 50 Par-cel 403)Applicant: Jason Lane, applicant and ownerApplication: Approval of a Major Adjustment to an existing"A PUD" Residence-Planned Unit Development DistrictPlan Summary: To construct a deck that encroaches 3 feet intothe 35 foot rear yard setbackPlans are on file and open for public inspection in Room 801,County Administration Building, 138 East Court Street, during nor-mal business hours. Office hours: Monday thru Friday 8:00 A.M.to 4:00 P.M. Office Phone: 513-946-4550 1001741933

abuse/torture, 3637 BoudinotAve., Dec. 14.Kevin Collins, born 1983, traffick-ing, 2724 Queen City Ave., Dec.12.Larry C. Hadaway, born 1988,domestic violence, 4100 Glen-way Ave., Dec. 16.Lauren D. Giesting, born 1983,theft under $300, 6000 Glen-way Ave., Dec. 14.Linda McCrary, born 1976,aggravated menacing, menac-ing, 3131Queen City Ave., Dec.10.Loren Caldwell, born 1985,unauthorized use of a motorvehicle, 2537 Homestead Place,Dec. 11.Lou Henry, born 1992, domesticviolence, 2390 Harrison Ave.,Dec. 9.Marko Hunter, born 1983, drugabuse, obstructing official

business, 2604 WestwoodNorthern Blvd., Dec. 11.Marshall R. Justin, born 1990,obstructing official business,theft under $300, 6000 Glen-way Ave., Dec. 16.Michael Donald Burwell, born1975, theft under $300, 2322Ferguson Road, Dec. 11.Michael Glenn Marlowe, born1959, assault, 4748 GlenwayAve., Dec. 16.Michael McCants, born 1980,domestic violence, 836 HarrisAve., Dec. 11.Mischael Powell, born 1994,misdemeanor drug possession,possession drug paraphernalia,2836 Harrison Ave., Dec. 9.Natasha Mobley, born 1977,felonious assault, 2699 LafeuilleAve., Dec. 13.Orlando Flemming, born 1987,felonious assault, 2144 Fergu-son Road, Dec. 13.Orlando Mitchell, born 1987,

theft under $300, 2201HarrisonAve., Dec. 14.Pedro Aguilar, born 1984, dis-orderly conduct, obstructingofficial business, 4216 W. EighthSt., Dec. 15.Richard B. Dews, born 1964,domestic violence, 2250 Fergu-son Road, Dec. 11.Robert H. Spratt, born 1981,criminal damaging or en-dangering, 3402 Boudinot Ave.,Dec. 16.Samantha Abbott, born 1994,theft under $300, 2322 Fergu-son Road, Dec. 9.Samirrah Kelsey, born 1980,domestic violence, 1644 IliffAve., Dec. 16.Shannon Reese, born 1986,criminal damaging or en-dangering, 2810 Robert Ave.,Dec. 14.Sharon Verax, born 1961, theftunder $300, 6150 Glenway Ave.,Dec. 15.

Shedreia Green, born 1971,aggravated menacing, 3142BrackenWoods Lane, Dec. 15.Sheila Bonner, born 1988, theftunder $300, 6000 GlenwayAve., Dec. 12.Steven A. Ernst, born 1959,domestic violence, 5283 High-view Drive, Dec. 13.Steven Kenneth Evans, born1970, falsification, 2604 West-wood Northern Blvd., Dec. 7.Terrence D. Ahern, born 1972,building code violation, 4127Flower Ave., Dec. 13.Timothy Burgess, born 1973,theft $300 to $5000, 3400Hazelwood Ave., Dec. 11.Tonya Harper, born 1979, dis-orderly conduct, 2144 FergusonRoad, Dec. 7.Vernon Glenn Garnett, born1965, domestic violence, drugabuse, misdemeanor drugpossession, 1823 Wyoming Ave.,Dec. 13.Zachary Jaeger, born 1994,aggravated menacing, 4431W.Eighth St., Dec. 12.

Incidents/reportsAggravatedmenacing2526 Montana Ave., Dec. 10.3131Queen City Ave., Dec. 10.4431W. Eighth St., Dec. 12.Aggravated robbery2717 East Tower Drive, Dec. 3.3725 Westmont Drive, Dec. 2.4400 Glenway Ave., Dec. 3.6212 Glenway Ave., Dec. 5.1600 Iliff Ave., Dec. 11.

Assault2400 Harrison Ave., Nov. 25.2586 Lafeuille Ave., Nov. 29.2800 Lafeuille Ave., Nov. 27.3080 McHenry Ave., Nov. 25.4311Delridge Drive, Nov. 28.4666 Rapid Run Road, Nov. 26.2120 Ferguson Road, Nov. 30.2638 Pancoast Ave., Dec. 3.2703 Erlene Drive, Dec. 1.3015 BrackenWoods Lane, Dec.5.3159 Mozart, Dec. 5.3773 W. Liberty St., Dec. 3.2144 Ferguson Road, Dec. 8.2679 Montana Ave., Dec. 8.3159 Gobel Ave., Dec. 6.4500 Glenway Ave., Dec. 11.5010 Glenway Ave., Dec. 11.5010 Glenway Ave., Dec. 13.6176 Glenway Ave., Dec. 7.710 Trenton Ave., Dec. 7.Breaking and entering1100 Maureen Lane, Nov. 29.2910 Grasselli Ave., Nov. 26.3155 Boudinot Ave., Nov. 28.1270 Gilsey Ave., Dec. 1.2570 Gobel Court, Dec. 5.3135 Mozart St., Dec. 1.1008 Schiff Ave., Dec. 6.2412 Nova Ave., Dec. 8.2811Queen City Ave., Dec. 10.2926 Mignon Ave., Dec. 11.3358 Cavanaugh Ave., Dec. 10.4241Glenway Ave., Dec. 11.Burglary1223 Dewey Ave., Nov. 28.1412 Manss Ave., Nov. 28.1757 Gilsey Ave., Nov. 25.1926 Westmont Lane, Nov. 26.3112 Werk Road, Nov. 25.

3340 Cavanaugh Ave., Nov. 26.3611 Fieldcrest Drive, Nov. 28.3721Westmont Drive, Nov. 29.1911Wyoming Ave., Dec. 2.2707 East Tower Drive, Dec. 4.2753 McKinley Ave., Dec. 2.3362 Wunder Ave., Dec. 2.1646 Dewey Ave., Dec. 8.1852 Sunset Ave., Dec. 12.1852 Sunset Ave., Dec. 12.1916 Westmont Lane, Dec. 7.2655 Thomasville Drive, Dec. 6.2806 Robert Ave., Dec. 6.2932 Ferguson Road, Dec. 12.3216 Epworth Ave., Dec. 6.3284 Broadwell Ave., Dec. 10.3347 Werk Road, Dec. 10.3364 Anaconda Drive, Dec. 10.3441McFadden Ave., Dec. 9.Criminaldamaging/endangering1041 Fisk Ave., Nov. 27.1275 Dewey Ave., Nov. 26.1757 Iliff Ave., Nov. 26.2322 Ferguson Road, Nov. 25.2445 Montana Ave., Nov. 23.2592 Ferguson Road, Nov. 28.2642 McKinley Ave., Nov. 26.4210 Glenway Ave., Nov. 29.4241Glenway Ave., Nov. 29.4666 Rapid Run Road, Nov. 26.5060 Crookshank Road, Nov. 24.5064 Glencrossing Way, Nov. 28.830 Nebraska Ave., Nov. 28.2627 Ocosta Ave., Dec. 5.2649 Westbrook Drive, Dec. 3.2718 Montana Ave., Dec. 3.2745 Anderson Ferry Road, Dec.4.3031Westwood Northern Blvd.,Dec. 2.3334 Werk Road, Dec. 3.3366 Gerold Drive, Dec. 2.3366 Gerold Drive, Dec. 2.3725 Westmont Drive, Dec. 4.4001 St. Lawrence Ave., Dec. 4.5835 Glenway Ave., Dec. 3.1100 Winfield Ave., Dec. 10.1235 Sliker Ave., Dec. 13.1646 Dewey Ave., Dec. 12.1751Gilsey Ave., Dec. 7.2180 Karla Drive, Dec. 14.2375 Montana Ave., Dec. 10.2390 Harrison Ave., Dec. 13.2484 Montana Ave., Dec. 14.2531Westwood Northern Blvd.,Dec. 13.3900 Vincent Ave., Dec. 10.4765 Hardwick Drive, Dec. 9.911 Rosemont Ave., Dec. 11.935 Rosemont Ave., Dec. 9.Criminal mischief2631Gehrum Lane, Dec. 5.

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