Now Open! Serving Dinner Starting at 5:00pm Fabulous steaks and seafood in Troy A TRUTRUEE CCOMMUNITYOMMUNITY NNEWSPAPEREWSPAPER 439 N. Elm St. Troy Reservations are Recommended Call 937-335-3837 Also known as 25-A • Beautiful Waterfront Setting Behind the Eagles WEEK OF WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2016 • Fully Renovated Historical Landmark WWW.TROYTRIB.COM • Booking Holiday Parties El Sombrero Continues A Church Thanksgiving Tradition Divided By Nancy Bowman “We appreciate them By Brittany another president in four so much,” Rose said of the Arlene Jackson years. Victory belongs to Like many people across volunteers. Among tasks is the Lord regardless.” America, Ruben Pelayo will making sure everyone has As we are quickly ap- Amanda McGowan is open the doors Th anksgiv- as much as they want to eat. proaching Game Day for an administrator in the ing knowing there will be Rose and Pelayo couldn’t long-time college foot- church offi ce. She held extra mouths to feed. say how many meals are ball rivals, Ohio State and loosely to any opinions For Pelayo, the doors are served, saying they don’t Michigan, a local church on football rivalries but to his El Sombrero Mexican do a head count during the fi nds itself divided against expressed strong views Restaurant and the meal is day. its pastor. Chris Daum regarding the importance his annual Th anksgiving Th is year is extra special at True Life Community of relationships in the community meal. for Rose and Pelayo thanks “It is one of the busiest “He wants to give back. located between Piqua and to Rose experiencing im- Church (TLC) has been church and community. days of the year. It is a good We really want to reach the Troy on County Road 25A. proved health aft er surgery a Michigan fan for many “We all respect the fact feeling,” Pelayo said. people who have a need,” Rose said the personal this past summer. “I am so years. When he came to that we are told God puts “It is the only day of the said Judy Rose, who is Pe- service is an important part looking forward to it,” Rose pastor in Troy fi ve years people in places of au- year the dishwasher doesn’t layo’s “American mom” and of the day. said. “For the fi rst time in ago, he found himself sur- thority and he uses people keep up with the dishes. I long-time business manag- “We serve the guests fi ve or six years, I feel like rounded by an abundance that are not always from always joke about that,” he er. “Th at is our big concern, because we want them to I can go out and visit with of rival fans not only in the the best backgrounds to added. but we need to impress on feel like they are at Ruben’s people.” community but also in his do his work,” Amanda For more than 20 years, customers and the commu- house,” she said. Rose said the Th anks- own congregation. Th is said. “We know if we re- Pelayo has hosted the free nity that this is a communi- Around 40 volunteers, giving meal would contin- ty dinner.” many long time support- year, rather than down- spect that and come to- traditional turkey meal as ue as long as Pelayo has the playing the State Cham- gether in unity, we can do a way to fulfi ll a promise to Th e meal will be served ers, help make the day run restaurant. his mother to support the from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. smoothly as guests are “His heart is so big,” she pionship competition, anything.” community. Th ursday at the restaurant greeted, seated and served. said. the church has decided to Troy Junior High Prin- capitalize on it. cipal, Dave Dilbone said Steve Dever is the lay- that, for the most part, his man in the church who school is full of red-blood- came up with the idea to ed, Ohio State supporters Duchak Named Acting Sheriff host a Game Day event from Junior High “until at TLC. As a former they graduate from OSU.” By Nancy Bowman Tipp City. Cox was a Republican. Ohio State cheerlead- However, he does not Duchak’s appointment Duchak also ran as a Repub- er, he brings passion for condone bullying or re- Th e Miami County com- was eff ective Nov. 15. A lican. He won a four-way the sport together with pression of support “for missioners voted unani- somber Duchak said he was race in the primary before a love for his church and that school up north.” Ac- mously Nov. 15 to appoint sorry the swearing in “had to facing independent Joe Ma- for Troy. According to cording to Dilbone, even Dave Duchak as acting be under these circumstanc- han in the general election sheriff following the Nov. 10 es, but I appreciate all of the earlier this month. Dever, “Th is event right Junior High students are death of long-time Sheriff support.” In a related matter, the here speaks to what the required to balance their Charles Cox. His wife, Sheri, accompa- commissioners Nov. 17 ap- church is all about and ideals with the capacity to Duchak, who was Cox’s nied him. Also attending the proved the public offi cial that’s reaching out to our learn and work with those chief deputy the past several swearing in were members bonds for the acting sher- community. We can have who think and believe dif- years, was sworn in follow- of the sheriff ’s department iff and then Duchak as the diff erent opinions about ferently from them. “It’s ing the commissioners’ vote. Duchak and the prosecutor’s offi ce. elected sheriff for the term what team we cheer for an important attribute of Tony Kendell, county prose- Th e Ohio Revised Code Jan. 2, 2017, through Jan. 3, but at the end it’s all about being a Buckeye, a Trojan, cutor, administered the oath enth, four-year term and permits the county commis- 2021. God’s kingdom.” and an American,” Dil- of offi ce. had planned to retire at sion to appoint a person to Th e bonding company Members of TLC who bone said. year’s end. Duchak, a Troy resident, the elected offi ce in an acting was Th e Cincinnati Insur- are helping to organize Regarding the ongoing won the sheriff ’s race to re- A memorial service for role until the county central ance Company. Th e com- place Cox in the Nov. 8 gen- Sheriff Cox was held Tues- committee of the party of missioners also accepted the event made a connec- rivalry with their pastor, eral election. day at Ginghamsburg Unit- the elected offi cial appoints Duchak’s written oath of tion between the Ohio parishioners admit to lov- Cox, 71, was in his sev- ed Methodist Church near someone to fi ll the vacancy. offi ce. State-Michigan rival- ing him as a brother and ry and the strongly held being proud and happy to beliefs exemplifi ed on a have him as their pastor national scale with the “in spite of him.” Dever results of the recent U.S. still questions Daum’s loy- Council Fails to Approve election. TLC was a church alty to Michigan football that held an Election Day as a creative teaching tool. Prayer Vigil beginning “I’ve long believed that when polls opened on No- Pastor Chris was an Ohio Medical Marijuana vember 8 and concluding State fan and that he’s with their closing. Th ey been pretending to be a By Nancy Bowman toric district. to council about her health um on medical marijuana acknowledged the fact Michigan fan to teach us A majority of council vot- struggles and the benefi ts businesses in the city while that there were members Th e issue of whether ed to amend the proposal to of medical marijuana, again local regulations are ex- forgiveness,” Dever said. Troy will set local medical include a total ban at its Nov. urged council Monday to al- plored. Th e state law allow- within their congregation Daum responded that he marijuana regulations re- 7 meeting. low dispensaries in the city. ing medical marijuana went that voted for opposing still holds fi rmly to his mains unresolved aft er City Five members voted “We should not be cut- into eff ect in September. It sides politically. earnest position in sup- Council on Monday failed to Monday to support a total ting off our nose to spite our allows local governments Dave Heisey is a mem- port of Michigan. support a proposed ban on ban while four voted against. face,” she said. to limit or prohibit medi- ber of TLC who travels Despite the questions cultivating, processing and Th ose voting for were Brock Resident Lester Conard cal marijuana cultivation, extensively for a living and curiosity of an out- dispensing medical marijua- Heath, Robin Oda, John Ter- urged council to “have com- processing and dispensing. but calls Troy home. He reach that capitalizes on na. williger, Bill Twiss and Tom passion” for those who ex- Council in July imposed a verbalized a broader, rivalry, organizers at TLC Council needed a super Kendall. Voting against the perience pain others cannot 180-day moratorium. more spiritual context to agree that the event “en- majority of seven of nine total ban were John Schwe- understand. In other business Mon- some of the opposing be- compasses the heart” of members to support a ban ser, Bobby Phillips, Doug With the vote, the issue of day, council held a pub- liefs that have hit close to because the proposal went Tremblay and Lynne Snee. medical marijuana regula- lic hearing on a proposal their church. against the city planning Heath said before Mon- tions will return to the plan- to vacate an alley between home in recent days. “It Th e Ohio State versus commission’s recommenda- day’s vote that the ban would ning commission, probably Wet Main Street and West doesn’t matter who’s presi- Michigan game will be tion for action. not mean someone who had in December, said Patrick Water Street. Th e alley runs dent, who’s mayor, or who played at TLC Church on Th e commission recom- a prescription for medical Titterington, city service between the county Safety wins the football game; Saturday, November 26. mended allowing up to fi ve marijuana couldn’t use it in and safety director. Building and the Masonic God is still king,” Heisey Th e church is located at dispensaries in business the city. Council likely will be Building. No one spoke in said. “Next year there will 56 Foss Way. districts outside the central City resident Amy Shan- asked in coming weeks to favor or against the propos- be a diff erent national business district and the his- non, who previously spoke approve another moratori- al. champion, there will be

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She was and marked the doors 8:01 p.m. – Traffic stop charges of abandonment The vehicle was clocked thinks she is doing this advised that this is a civil and trunk for future on Eldean Rd. at 25A. against the mother of his at 42 MPH in a 25 MPH so she can send herself issue, and that since the processing. The driver was cited for children, who filed for the zone. The driver said she an e-mail from his ac- friend’s name is on the a headlight violation and CPO, but could not pro- knew she was speeding count, then have him ar- account, there was noth- 2:27 p.m. – To McKaig failure to reinstate. The duce court paperwork. but was in a hurry. She rested for violating the ing to stop her from ac- Ave. for a report of a vehicle was released to a He eventually left the resi- was cited. protection order she has cessing the information. theft. A man reported valid driver. dence after gathering per- against him. The wife was She asked that the inci- that he and his wife went sonal items. 10:41 a.m. – A man came contacted and said that dent be documented. out of town last Thursday Tuesday 11/15 to the Police Station to she does not have access and made sure that his 9:52 p.m. – To Upper report a hit/skip accident to either account, and is 4:39 p.m. – To Race Dr. vehicle was locked. When 5:35 p.m. – A man re- Valley Medical Center for that occurred on 11/9. He not allowed to have any for a report of found he returned last night, ported that he parks his a report of a domestic dis- said someone struck the contact because of the property. A woman re- he found the vehicle un- RV at the Miami County pute. One involved party rear bumper of his vehi- protection order. The ported finding a license locked and a Remington Fairgrounds for storage, was warned for telephone cle and he thinks it hap- man wanted the incident plate on the street near .45 pistol and a box of and that he dropped it off harassment. pened in a parking lot on documented, saying that her home. The officer ran ammunition were stolen. on November 3. He said W. Main St. There are no she has had him arrested the plate, contacted the No prints were able to be he received a call from Saturday 11/19 suspects. in the past when he did owner and it was picked lifted. the Fairgrounds inform- not do anything. up at the station. ing him that they backed 7:44 p.m. – To Upper 11:13 a.m. – To Troy High 3:31 p.m. – Traffic stop on the RV into storage and Valley Medical Center. A School for a report of 3:52 p.m. – A woman 8:31 p.m. – Traffic stop W. Main at I-75 for a vehi- struck a wall, causing woman reported that she an intoxicated student. came to the Police on Adams at Ferguson. cle whose registration ex- some damage to the rear is a patient and stored her A school employee re- Station to report that The vehicle was clocked pired on 5/31. The driver bumper and part of the personal items in a locker. ported that a male stu- her son had jumped out at 42 MPH in a 25 MPH said the vehicle belongs quarterpanel. He said that She said she checked the dent told him that he of her vehicle after they zone. The driver said she to his employer who for- the employee said to get locker today and found drank vodka before had an argument. She was in a hurry because got to renew them. He an estimate and it would several papers were miss- school this morning. He gave the location of a few she left something on the was cited for expired be covered. He said that ing that are important to said the student told him places where he might stove at home and was plates. a few days later, the em- her treatment. She is un- that an older man gave it have gone. While the of- on her way to pick up her ployee said that the dam- sure if they were taken to him. The student told ficer was looking for the son. She was cited for 9:00 p.m. – To Wade Pl. age would not be covered. or misplaced. She asked the officer that he was son, he spoke with the speed. for a report of fraud. A He said his insurance that the incident be doc- not aware that he drank son’s probation officer man reported that some- company requested a po- umented. She called back anything before school. and learned that the boy 8:41 p.m. – To S. Walnut one opened a credit card lice report. later and said that copies The student’s speech was at her office. The son St. to find a wanted per- in his name. of the papers were in her was slurred and slow said that there was an son. The subject an- Friday 11/18 room. and he emitted an odor argument and that his swered the door and said 9:17 p.m. – To S. Market of alcohol. He said he mother stopped the ve- that he was unaware of St. for a report of a rob- 8:50 p.m. – To the area of Sunday 11/20 was “pleading the fifth” hicle and started striking the warrant. He later said bery in progress. The W. Market and Dorset Rd. about drinking alcohol him. He said he got out of that he knew it was be- suspect was a heavy-set to assist Troy Police in the 2:40 a.m. – Traffic stop on today. Officers were un- the vehicle and ran away. cause of a theft at United white female wearing a search for armed robbery S. Elm at Main. The driver able to reach his parents, The officer could not find Dairy Farmers. The of- black hooded sweatshirt. suspects. They were lo- was found to be driving but his mom texted him any marks on the son ficer allowed him to put She had sunglasses on cated at the rear of the under an OVI suspension and he called her and and found parts of his on clothes since he was and either a tattoo or a Motel 6 and were being and was incarcerated in yelled at her to come to story conflicting and con- wearing shorts and was bruise coming from un- held at gunpoint. Both the Miami County Jail. the school. The mother fusing. The mother de- barefoot. He was then ar- der the bottom of the suspects were turned over arrived and said the stu- nied any physical alterca- rested and taken to the sunglasses. Upon flee- to Troy Police. 10:14 a.m. – While pa- dent had a court hearing tion between them. The Incarceration Facility. ing the store, the subject trolling a park on Monroe today for drunk driving son was released to his jumped into the back of 9:43 p.m. – To S. Short Concord Rd., the dep- and that he needs help. mother and no charges 9:25 p.m. – Traffic stop a minivan parked at the St. to serve a CPO. The uty saw ATV tire tracks The student asked for a were filed. on Adams St. The vehi- end of an alley and was subject was instructed to throughout the park. He breath test to prove that cle was clocked at 42 last seen turning east on leave the residence im- followed them to a resi- he had not been drink- 4:36 p.m. – To Larkspur MPH in a 25 MPH zone. Canal St. No money was mediately. He was very dence on Monroe Concord ing, and his mother al- Dr. for a report of fraud. A The driver was cited for taken from the store. argumentative about the and warned the home- lowed it. He blew .052. He woman reported that her speed. validity of the COP and owner for riding the ATV in then became very quiet cell phone account had Wednesday 11/16 disrespectful to law en- the park. after being told the re- been accessed and all Tuesday 11/15 forcement during the sults. His mother was in- of her personal informa- 9:04 a.m. – To S. Short formed that he would be tion had been changed. 4:03 a.m. – An officer saw ST. for a report of a possi- charged. She said that she was a vehicle parked in the ble disturbance. Dispatch the primary holder and 200 block of E. Water St. advised a woman was ar- Attorney 11:58 a.m. – A man came a friend was on the ac- that he recognized as a guing with a man and try- to the Police Station stat- count as a secondary stolen vehicle. He ran the General Warns of k REPORTS continued on Page 7 Holiday Scams Local Property Transfers Ohio Attorney General Ultimately, the check is re- Property Address Transfer Date Price Seller Buyer Mike DeWine warned con- turned as counterfeit, and the 707 E Main St 10/31 $130,000.00 Spencer Paul Anthony & Ulyana Y Kasinoff Harvey A & Suzan 1220 York Ln 11/1 $93,000.00 Wilson John Thomas Ingle Martha N sumers of scams to avoid this job seeker loses any money he 117 Williams St 11/1 $25,000.00 Parsons Richard & Susan All Ohio Home Buying Llc holiday season. or she has sent. 715 W Market St 11/1 $130,900.00 Oneal Tim & Vicki Shoffner James O & Gary L “Scams don’t take a break • Package delivery scams. 1554 Mckaig Ave 11/1 $310,000.00 Bless Llc Meeker George N (Tod) during the holidays, and when Consumers receive a message & Cynthia H (Tod) 1212 N Dorset Rd 11/1 $124,900.00 Stein Donald E Jr & Deborah S Mcfarland Janet A Trustee people are busy or distracted, saying a package is waiting for 3313 Heatherstone Dr 11/1 $306,205.00 Baynard Yavonda K Nvr Inc they may be more likely to fall them. The “package” turns out 2630 Huntington Dr 11/1 $214,900.00 Allread Randall Harlow Shane O & Jennifer M for a scam,” Attorney Gener- to be a phony notice claiming 330 Weston Rd 11/1 $103,000.00 Welty Brooks N Welty Matthew A al DeWine said. “We just en- they’ve won millions of dol- 1192 Edison Ave 11/1 $88,900.00 Doncaster Philip A Spencer Paul Anthony & Ulyana Y courage people to be careful. lars but must send money to 207 Morehead St 11/1 $0.00 Skinner Carl Secretary Of Veterans Affairs 80 Littlejohn Rd 11/1 $0.00 Osting Alven A (Tod) & Marilyn F (Tod) Osting Alven A (Tod) Take a few minutes to think, redeem the prize. (In reality, & Marilyn F (Tod) and if something doesn’t seem the prize does not exist.) In 1457 Skylark Dr 11/1 $91,000.00 Kremer Nicholas L Lamb Bruce D & Jacquelin M right, don’t do it.” another variation of the scam, 931 Branford Rd 11/1 $169,900.00 Dollan David M & Stephanie D Lewis Brian T & Heather L Scams to avoid this holiday consumers receive an email or 116 E Water St 11/1 $49,500.00 Eyler Monica Joy & Thomas V Carey Christopher B & @(4) 518 Mckaig Ave 11/1 $49,800.00 American Mutual Fund Llc Us Bank season include: text message with instructions 1570 Lexington Ave 11/2 $0.00 Windy Properties Llc Windeknecht Chris P & @(3) • Seasonal job scams. Job to click a link for the status of 1119 E Canal St 11/2 $0.00 Gohl William K & Mary K Kerg Mary seekers find an ad for a mys- a package delivery. Although 1126 Maplecrest Dr 11/2 $130,000.00 Scott Investments Of Troy Llc Watkins Matthew W & Lynn M tery shopping or package the message looks real, it’s a 1069 Windmill Ct 11/3 $89,900.00 Alexander Derek J & Jennifer Halifax Land Co Llc shipping position where they scam designed to trick con- 431 S Walnut St 11/3 $22,000.00 Partin Brian K Soomro Kausar & Brian K Partin 225 Penn Rd 11/3 $142,900.00 Lanning Sally A Redick Benjamin R & Katharine M can work from home. They sumers into clicking on the 515 Michigan Ave 11/3 $85,000.00 Joe Johnson Properties Llc Ballard Jeffrey S complete an online “inter- link and infecting their device 507 Maplewood Dr 11/4 $0.00 Woodard Rosemary (Trustee) Rice Gladys Trustee view” over chat or email. Once with malicious software. Of The Rice Trust they’re selected for the job, • Advance-fee loan 921 W Race St 11/4 $51,000.00 Mahan Amy E Ocampo Armando & Jannette 171 Littlejohn Rd 11/4 $135,000.00 Schwettman Danielle M Estes Jane C (Tod) @(4) they receive a check. They’re scams. 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McHenry tifi ed the property owners In addition, Rhoades the street is maintained by In addition, Mercer re- will handle bulk mail more about the policy and gave reported that paving on the township and part of the ported that there are issues discriminately. At the November 15, them until November 15, Windmere Drive is sched- street is maintained by the with the newsletter. He said, Since the contract is up 2016 meeting of the Con- 2016 to remove the vehicles. uled to begin soon. It is city. Th e city council needs “Some people who have for renewal wording will be cord Township Trustees, Th e property owner moved unclear whether the road more time to determine the signed up for the newsletter added to specify the timeli- Road Superintendent Neil the vehicle sitting in front will be closed for the paving road maintenance issues. receive it without any prob- ness of postings. Rhoades reported that the of the house but the fi ve project. In addition, Trustee Tom lem; however, for some the Finally, Trustee Bill property at 700 Swailes has vehicles behind the house In old business, Trustee Mercer asked Philip Kel- newsletter apparently goes Whidden said, “I want to not addressed the junk car haven’t been relocated. Th e Don Pence reported that he ly of eLIANT Technology to their spam folder.” thank the township resi- issues. . Apparently, the property owner informed had talked to the Troy City Services Limited about the Kelly explained that be- dents for passing the Fire/ property owner restores Rhoades that two of the Council concerning the an- township website. He said, cause of the type of mail EMS levy. Our constituents Mustangs. According to the vehicles were licensed, but nexation of 2436 McKaig “We have questions from soft ware that is being used passed the levy by 77%. We junk car resolution, vehi- when Rhoades checked, the Road. Th e annexation is a time to time. When the to send the newsletter, some should never take our con- cles cannot be stored on a plates on the vehicles were Type 1 Expedited Annex- Trustees approve the meet- mail servers treat the news- stituents for granted. We property for more than 48 expired. Rhoades will noti- ation. All aff ected parties ing minutes and send them letter as spam. Th e residents want to thank them for their hours if the vehicle is three fy the property owner that must sign off including the to the company, sometimes for which this is happening support and thank the Troy model years or older; the the township is contacting township on the proposed there is a delay before the need to reset their spam Fire Department for the ser- vehicle is apparently inop- the Sheriff ’s Department to annexation. Because of the minutes are posted to the controls to recognize the vices they provide.” erable; and vehicle is exten- enforce the township junk location of the property, it website. We would like them newsletter as legitimate Th e next meeting of the sively damaged, including, vehicle policy. Trustee Tom is unclear who will be re- posted immediately since mail. However, Kelly plans Concord Township Trustees but not limited to missing Mercer said the township sponsible for road mainte- there is already a two week to update the soft ware that is scheduled for December wheels, tires, engine, or had received a second com- nance once the property is delay from when the meet- the company is using to a 6, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the transmission. Rhoades no- plaint about the vehicles. annexed. Currently, part of ing occurred to approval.” more advanced tool that township building. Elections Board Raises Pay, County Approves Provisional Ballots Hires New By Nancy Bowman was with the understand- fy the election results. those voting in the wrong ing the director and deputy Kendall and Morgan location – 51 people - were Development Th e Miami County director would not qualify told the board 811 of the not identifi ed with the use Board of Elections agreed for overtime compensa- provisional ballots were of the electronic poll books. Monday, Nov. 21, to in- tion. valid. Th e board then re- Extra training was request- crease the salaries of Direc- Th e change is eff ective viewed other groups of bal- ed in areas where problems Director tor Bev Kendall and Depu- Dec. 1. Th e action was lots before voting whether were encountered. By Nancy Bowman Milton, Covington and Pi- ty Director Eric Morgan based on changes in feder- to count or reject the bal- Kendall said there were qua on his way to Troy. to comply with changes in al labor regulations, Lopez lots. fewer people voting in the Richard Osgood of Sha- He said he saw a lot of federal overtime regula- explained. Another 153 provisional wrong location this elec- ronville was hired Nov. 17 people Christmas shopping tions. In other business Mon- ballots were approved fol- tion than previous ones. as Miami County’s new de- and music playing in down- Aft er meeting in a brief day, the board reviewed lowing review. In the end, She said measures to en- velopment department di- towns before stopping for executive session, the proposed action on more 198 ballots were rejected sure the person is in the rector. lunch in downtown Piqua. board voted unanimously than 1,100 provisional bal- for reasons including lack proper location is part of Osgood fi lls the position “I am very much looking to increase the administra- lots cast in the Nov. 8 elec- of the voter’s signature, poll worker training. vacated with the August res- forward to it,” Osgood said tors’ pay from $43,514 an- tion. Th e ballots accept- voting in the wrong polling Th e board also discussed ignation of Craig Th omp- of his new job. nually to $47,476. As part ed would be counted and location and those not reg- briefl y plans for a proposed son, who held the job for A native of Vermont, of the motion to increase added to the Election Day istered as voters in Ohio or poll worker recognition two years. Osgood most recently the pay, board member totals before the board met never registering to vote. event being planned for Osgood’s hiring is eff ec- worked for almost 20 years Jose Lopez said the action Tuesday aft ernoon to certi- Lopez questioned why Dec. 14. tive Dec. 3. He will be paid in Sharonville as commu- $88,000 a year. nity development direc- Commissioner Jack Ev- tor. He listed experience in ans said he “very enthusias- planning, zoning, building tically” made the motion to code enforcement, property Trib Briefs hire Osgood. maintenance enforcement, By Nancy Bowman Lutheran Church, 2899 amines into Miami and fi led in county Common “Th is was a long search. economic development sup- W. Main St., Troy. surrounding counties Pleas Court. We believe we found a port, fl ood plain manage- Officer to retire The ceremony is held from Mexico was grant- Judge Jeannine Pratt very good candidate,” said ment and storm water dis- Troy police Ptlm. in memory of those ed a request for an in- held a hearing on the Commissioner John “Bud” trict administration. Brandon R. Fellers will who have passed as a terpreter but not a new requests before ruling O’Brien. He and his wife of more retire eff ective Dec. 30. result of a crime or a lawyer during a hearing Barajas did not provide Th e commissioners said than 30 years have two sons Fellers has been with sudden death. The Vic- Nov. 17. suffi cient evidence to they received about 20 ap- and four grandchildren. the police department tim Witness program Jose Barajas, 34, for- support the request for plications and interviewed In other business last since October 1990. is through the offi ce merly of Huber Heights, a lawyer to replace the three candidates. week, the commissioners He served as a DARE/ of county Prosecutor faces charges of en- public defender now “We have high expecta- approved a request by the School Resource offi cer Tony Kendell. The staff gaging in a pattern of representing him. tions for you. We know you sanitary engineering de- for about 20 years. assists the families of corrupt activity, con- She approved the re- won’t let us down,” O’Brien partment to award prizes Service of those who have died. spiracy to engage in a quest for appointment told Osgood. in its annual recycled orna- Remembrance/Hope Rulings made pattern of corrupt ac- of a Spanish speaking Osgood said he spent the ment contest for area stu- planned in drug case tivity and aggravated interpreter for Barajas. morning before the com- dents. A Candlelight Ser- One of eight people funding of drug traffi ck- Pratt told Barajas mission meeting driving Th e purchase of $240 in vice of Remembrance indicted as part of a ing for alleged off enses that a trial date for the the county including going gift cards for prizes was ap- and Hope will be held drug ring that investi- in 2013. four who have been through Tipp City, West proved. by the Miami County gators allege brought Barajas asked for a arrested on warrants Victim Witness staff large amounts of her- diff erent lawyer and the from the investigation Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. at First oin and methamphet- interpreter in motions would be set soon. Making Sense of Health Insurance Provided by Michael Dugan, Benefi ts Analysis Corp

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Donuts for Donations By: Davis Ruzicka, CLA last year when they toilet paper, trash bags, pa- not just to fulfill a gradua- Trojan Tempo staff writer were learning about the per towels, diapers, baby tion requirement, but to see shelter. “The FCCLA chap- wipes, and tissues. They the smile on people’s faces Would you donate for a ter I advise learned a little also asked for hygiene items or know that they are mak- dozen? FCCLA hosted the bit about the shelter last such as shampoo and con- ing a difference,” said Mrs. Family Abuse Shelter of Mi- year, so they decided for our ditioner, deodorant, body Kies. ami County Drive last week. community service product wash, and feminine hygiene There is no exact total of The drive gave students a this fall they wanted to do- items. FCCLA also asked the items because there was chance to give back to their nate items to the shelter,” for twin sheets. so many donations given, community. All proceeds said Mrs. Kies. The shelter Troy High School stu- but donations will greatly of the drive were donated is an emergency shelter for dents were happy about this benefit the Franklin House. to the Franklin House. The victims of domestic vio- chance to give back to their Troy High School FCCLA drive lasted until November lence, sexual assault, human community. “This is their would like to thank all stu- 11. The advisory that donat- trafficking, and also serves future. They want to live in dents who donated. Not Toying ed the most will win a do- as a temporary homeless a world where we are kind Davis Ruzicka is not in nut party. Mrs. Ernsthausen shelter for families. and help each other out,” FCCLA, but wanted to write and Mrs. Husa’s advisories FCCLA asked for stu- said Mrs. Kies. “Students this story to show students were the winners. dents to donate common get involved in the commu- giving back to their commu- Around The idea came to the FC- household items such as nity service opportunities nity. By Blake Morgan “Any time you can help out Trojan Tempo Staff Writer another human being, espe- cially a child, that in itself is As the holiday season of incredibly rewarding.” Troy Seniors Accepted Into 2016 begins to roll in, the Last school year, there Troy High School Key Club was a lot of success with has already begun their the Toy Drive, providing Toy Drive, making it their gifts for approximately 950 College Should Avoid Senioritis second consecutive year of children. “Dropping the helping to bring happiness gifts off to Children’s was Shelby Campbell, the need to continue to keep Senioritis is an affliction habit of doing homework to local children this year. very rewarding just to see Staff writer for the their grades up. Anderson’s that affects almost every se- or studying before anything Many people have heard the look on the volunteers’ Trojan Tempo first choice of college, Duke nior at some point. Millie else,” advised Mr. Metz. of this Toy Drive, but they faces when they saw the University, is keeping him Mayo of Troy describes her Although seniors may be do not know exactly what it amount of donations we Many universities have motivated to continue to ex- experience with apathy. relaxed about their grades is or how much of an impact had collected,” Ernsthausen an early admission date of cel academically. “I’m pretty much coast- this year, it is still important it has on the lives of those said. November, and a number of “Duke requires a first ing right now,” Mayo said. for them to keep their grades less fortunate than most. Roz Mayo, a sophomore, Troy seniors have received quarter report with their ap- “My classes aren’t too diffi- up. If a senior has not yet ap- The whole program is oper- donated a toy that one of their first college acceptance plication, and grades are still cult, and so I’m able to relax plied, or has not received an ated by the Miami County her friends, Sabrina Schaef- letters. Colleges such as the important for certain schol- a little bit.” acceptance letter, grades are Children’s Services, and it fer, could not donate at the University of Cincinnati, arships,” Anderson said. “Junior year for grades of the utmost importance. is a way for local families in moment. Ohio University, Kent State Guidance counselor Mr. was definitely the most im- After receiving an accep- need to be able to bring gifts “I didn’t really donate, University and the Universi- Metz stresses the impor- portant year,” Anderson tance letter, do not forget home to their children for it was for a friend who ty of Toledo have mailed ac- tance of keeping grades up, said. Although many stu- that many schools require a Christmas. Students that couldn’t,” Mayo said. “It was ceptance letters to students. especially after being accept- dents have this opinion as final transcript after gradua- bring in toy and book do- a Bop It.” Mayo did not do- Along with these acceptance ed into college. well, grades are still import- tion. Good luck seniors! nations are asked to ensure nate last year, but does plan letters comes senior apathy, “It’s [the student’s] job to ant during senior year. Shelby Campbell is a se- that they are in good con- to donate her own item or also known as “senioritis”. pass,” Metz said. Along with “Just get into the habit nior staff writer for the Tro- dition--especially if they items next year in order to Seniors such as Troy’s Jake Anderson, Metz emphasizes of doing your homework. jan Tempo who is experienc- are used--and brought to help the cause. Anderson are applying and the need for a good grade Once you get into the hab- ing maximum senioritis after Mrs. Ernsthausen in Room Students are urged to being accepted into com- point average when applying it of slacking off, it’s much being accepted to Ohio Uni- 265. After the deadline of help out by making a dona- petitive schools, signifying for scholarships. harder to break. So begin a versity. December 2, the donations tion, no matter how small are brought to the Miami it may be. Your donation, County Children’s Services, though humble and great- where they will then be ly appreciated, does not go put into their “Christmas unnoticed. For every dona- Downtown Troy Begins Room.” Then, parents in tion a student makes before need can come in and pick the deadline, they get their what items they would like name into a raffle for a gift for their children and take card. Holiday Preparations them home. All donations The deadline is still after the deadline will be weeks away, which means By Ryan Quinlan, up at 5:00 with activities delivered straight to Chil- there is plenty of time for Trojan Tempo for kids and a variety of dren’s Services. more donations to come in. Staff Writer food vendors. Mr. and Mrs. “The number one bene- Help local children have a Claus arrive at 6:15 and fit to making a donation is great Christmas this year Turkeys are gobbling begin the tree lighting cer- of course the fact that it’s and make your own dona- nervously this time of emony at 6:45. The whole a generous and thoughtful tion. year. Thanksgiving is just thing is tied up by Mayor act of kindness,” said Mrs. Blake Morgan is current- around the corner and Beamish reading his tra- Ernsthausen, leader of Troy ly trying to find items for his soon enough many will be ditional “’Twas the Night High School’s Key Club. own donation. bloated with stuffing and Before Christmas” poem. cranberry sauce, enjoying a Afterwards, Santa’s cottage peaceful nap on a relative’s and the Kris Kringle Mar- couch. ket open up for free to the K’s In the meantime how- public. Anyone who hasn’t Hamburger ever, the city of Troy is al- already worn themselves Shop ready revving up its festive out by searching for deals engines in preparation for should consider checking Open Mon the encroaching shopping it out: it should be an ex- thru Sat season. Decorations have citing and cheerful affair, 339-3902 already started popping up which might help take the around the square, from edge off the day’s frenzied 339-9114 strings of lights draped shopping, Let me make across the trees to garlands All this comes a little 117 E. Main St. and wreaths appearing in early to some, as December one just for you! storefronts. is still a good half month Of course, all this cheer away. Every year it seems would be incomplete with- like Christmas comes ear- out the towering Christmas lier and earlier. Christmas tree aglow with lights in the decorations and sales can center of the square. The even be found in some City crews finish decorating the tree in time for the Matt Buehrer Grand Illumination. 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The Troy girls basketball team opens their season on Monday night at Springfield Shawnee.

Cara Salazar makes the pass for the Eagles in their Lauren Lavy drives in to score for Troy Christian. The MBC Preview game last Friday. Eagles open their season this Saturday at Indian Lake. Troy Christian Set To Open Season Saturday By Jim Dabbelt full court.” team’s lone senior, and will and runs the floor well and “On the offensive end, it be counted on for a lot of makes good passes,” the Ea- Alaura Holycross looks to make a move for the Winning games has nev- was the first time that most leadership this season. gles coach said. “She is our Trojans. er been a problem for Troy of these kids could really “She has a very good general and gets the ball Christian’s girls’ basketball work on fundamental skills. work ethic and once soccer where she needs to. She is team. They often win sever- Things that we spent June was over, she was the first like a coach on the floor.” al games in the regular sea- and July preparing for and one in the gym,” Ferraro Kenley Blake is also a Johnson Ready For son only to struggle in the when they hit the court, we said. “Hailey is our general sophomore who is very ath- postseason. worked to get those things on the defensive end.” letic with a large wingspan. Tony Ferraro has taken to the next level.” Kathryn Lee is a junior “She traps well on de- over the helm of the Eagles, As a group, Ferraro is post who shoots well for her fense, and can get to the rim Challenge At Troy and he is gearing this group very high on the kids he has size according to Ferraro. in a dribble or two due to By Jim Dabbelt years down the road, I want to up for not only the expect- coming back. “She runs the floor well her being so athletic,” Ferra- have the success now. ed success in the regular “I have a real nice group and rebounds well,” the ro said. “She is like a coach- A new era in girls’ basket- Leading the way for the season, but also the tourna- of kids and the returners are coach said. Also back is es dream with her physical ball in Troy is here. Trojans is senior Bailey Hess, ment. hungry,” Ferraro said. “They Lauren Lavy is will play skills.” After several years under who is an athletic 5-foot-11 “The first thing we had know if they work together a wing and can shoot the Also looking to make the direction of Nathan Kopp, player being counted on to be to decide was if we are go- as a team, they could be a three as good as anyone. an impact is Jayln Forrer the Trojans have welcomed a leader. ing to be all in,” Ferraro real force.” “Lauren never missed who is one of the teams’ Aaron Johnson for his first “She is a very athletic play- said, as his Eagles open the “We also have a couple any open gyms in the sum- best defenders who has also year at the helm of the Tro- er who can run the floor well, regular season this Satur- of new additions who came mer of fall,” Ferraro said. worked on her ball han- jans’ squad. can catch and shoot and is a day night at Indian Lake. out for the team who are Cara Salazar will be play- dling, and will be able to be “The transition has been strong body. We are looking “We had to make sure we going to be big additions. ing this season as a sopho- a strong team player. very good,” Johnson said. for a lot from Bailey this year.” were to the point where we Players who will contribute more after a strong soccer Also on the roster are “The girls have bought into Another senior returning were going to play pressure right away.” season. freshman Sara Earhart and what we are trying to get them is Jenna Kaup, who should defense both half court and Hailey Peters is the “She is our point guard, sophomore Kate Echols. to do, and their effort has been run the point this year. g re at .” “We need her to be a lead- “It is a learning curve for er on the floor, and she is un- the girls. What Nate ran is a derstanding the philosophy little different from what I am of our offense,” Johnson said. doing. I have seen some good “She sees the court well.” things, but what I want to see Also back is Alaura Holy- Area Football Players more of is consistency. The cross, a junior who will be the girls have to find that confi- post presence for the Trojans. dence in our philosophy and “She is a big presence and a what it is.” very strong young lady in the Johnson has been with post,” Johnson said. Also back Honored By SW District these kids now for a couple is junior Jordan Short who of weeks, and there are some has seen her ball handling im- By Jim Dabbelt second round of the playoffs, another trip to the playoffs. the first-team offense, junior things that have caught his eye prove. before falling to Miamis- Named to the second-team Hunter Shelley was honored as he works toward the start of Kihya Adkins is also back Several area football burg. offense was a pair of juniors on the offensive line, while the new season. and will use her speed to cre- players were honored last Named as the Division for the Red Devils. Cole Bar- on the defensive side of the “We are not set-oriented ate plays and has seen her shot week by the sportswriters in Two Southwest Ohio Coach horst made the selection as a ball, linebacker Ian Ander- and my expectations are that improved. She also harasses Southwest Ohio, as the As- of the Year was Troy’s first- running back, while kicker son and defensive back Nate the girls read the floor when people on the defense end sociated Press all-Southwest year head coach Matt Burg- Caiden Smith also was se- Rimkus both were named to they play,” he said. “They need with her quickness. District team was released. bacher. lected to the second-team. the first-team defense. to create some mismatches In the GWOC, Troy is a In Division Two, four On the second-team, the Tipp’s defense also placed Troy Christian also fin- through screening and pick- part of the American North members of the GWOC Trojans had kicker Jacob two players on the sec- ished another successful ing one another and take ad- division, and while Tippeca- champion Troy Trojans were Anderson honored, while ond-team defense as seniors season, and placed some vantage of what the defense is noe appears to be the favorites named to the first-team ei- junior linebacker John Weh- Cade Rogers made it as a athletes on the Division VII giving us more than running coming into the league, John- ther on offense or defense. rkamp was named to the de- defensive back, and Aaron team. On the first-team of- a set play.” son feels anyone has a chance Selected as a first-team of- fensive team. Hughes was selected as a fense, senior Jacob Brown Johnson has a clear mes- to win the title. fensive lineman was 6-foot- Troy athletes honored on punter to the second-team. was honored as a wide re- sage for his girls and the pro- “I don’t know if we can 4 senior Travis Hall. Also Honorable Mention includ- Honorable mention play- ceiver, while Seth Douglas gram. He wants to bring the out-talent anyone in the named to the first-team ed Will Brumfield and Sam ers from Tippecanoe includ- was named first-team on the winning back to Troy. league, but we hope to out-ex- offense was two members Jackson. ed Matt Garber, Austin Sub- offensive line. Quarterback “We are spending a lot of ecute and out-hustle. Butler of the Trojans backfield, as Also in Division Two, Te- ler and Quenten Williams. Hayden Hartman was hon- time with fundamental ball will be very strong, and Tipp senior quarterback Hayden cumseh saw Isaiah Trimble, Division Five saw North- ored on the first-team, along handling and trying to make may have lost a lot of kids but Kotwica was honored as one a senior offensive lineman, western sophomore Adam with running back Jacob sure I have a team of ballhan- they have a great tradition and of the two quarterbacks on named to the first-team of- Reidinger named to the sec- Calvert. dlers,” Johnson said. “I also are bringing up some kids this the list, along with senior fense, while named to the ond-team, with Gage Vor- Defensively, senior Caleb don’t have a true post pres- year who are solid.” running back Josh Browder. Honorable Mention list hees honored as the punter Salazar was selected to the ence, so I need all five who “You can’t coach 6-foot-5 On the defensive side from the Arrows was Ryan on the second-team. first-team for the Eagles. can handle the ball and all five and Sidney has Taborn. Then of the ball, Troy placed ju- Rowland. Bethel is coming off of Listed on the honorable can play on the perimeter and you look at the Piqua-Troy nior defensive lineman Joah In Division Three, the their best season in years, mention was Peyton Spur- all five need to be able to pen- matchup no matter what Schricker on the team, as Tippecanoe Red Devils and they also had players lock, David Blake and Pey- etrate to the rim.” sport. It will be a competitive the Trojans advanced to the picked up some hardware for honored in Division Six. On ton Forrer. “I am not looking two conference for all of us.” Troy Schools Accept $150k Gift for Scholarships By Nancy Bowman Superintendent Eric of the Troy Senior Citizens. High Scholarship Fund and Price, district treasurer. “It foundation. Herman said the estate The board accepted the add the fund to its schol- will greatly benefit our stu- Herman said the dis- The Troy City Schools lawyer notified him of the money as part of its month- arship program for Troy dents going forward,” he trict also received ongoing Board of Education voted gift from Doris High. He ly approval of gifts to the schools students. said of the fund. donations from Troy High Monday, Nov. 21, to accept said he had little informa- district. It also approved an The foundation has Board member Tom School graduate Alan Good an estate gift of $150,000 tion about Doris High oth- agreement with The Troy more options available for Kleptz abstained from the of $2,500 to be applied to for use toward scholar- er than she went to Newton Foundation for the foun- investing the money than foundation vote because ships. schools and was a member dation to establish a Doris the school district, said Jeff his wife is employed by the k GIFT continued on Page 7 Christmas Sales

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Please see the supply Troy City School District Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m. are forming now. vember 22rd. combinations for still life list along with dates, times, through a local tax levy – 5:00 p.m., and Sunday The Troy-Hayner Cultur- Don’t put off objects, reflections, shad- fees, and registration infor- and generous gifts to the 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The al Center’s Mary Coleman registering Clark ows, and highlights. The mation at www.troyhayner. Friends of Hayner. Hayner Center is closed Allen Art Academy offers for these fun class fee includes all the org. Troy-Hayner Cultur- on holidays. For more in- Watercolor for Beginners classes! necessary paint. Canvas, as See Donna’s paintings al Center is located at 301 formation, please visit our and Beginning Oil Paint- “You can learn to paint well as several other sup- at: www.donnapierceclark. West Main Street, Troy, OH website at www.troyhayner. ing (Still Life) with Artist with confidence,” says In- plies will also be provided. com 45373. Hours of operation org or call (937) 339-0457. Rotarians Host Free Breakfast City Holiday Closings City offices will be closed SCHEDULE. The holiday for the Thanksgiving Holi- will not cause the collections day on Thursday, November to be delayed. with Santa on December 10 24, and Friday, November As a reminder, the Dye The holiday season has Thursday, December 8th. Reservations are required, uted from the fund, includ- 25, 2016. Mill Road Facility will be just gotten a bit brighter for Rotarian Melissa Kleptz and tickets will be distrib- ing support for Dolly Parton’s City refuse collection open for the last day this families in Miami County, has been the program lead- uted to those who request Imagination Library pro- and the curbside recycling year on Saturday, December thanks to the staff at Lin- er since its inception. “This seats. Please call the center gram, Rotary’s annual Shoe collection WILL BE ON 3, from 9 am – 3 pm. coln Community Center and event continues to be a high- at 937.335.2715 by Thurs- Project, academic and com- Troy Rotarians. They have light for the club each year,” day, December 8th to make munity service scholarships, invited Santa Claus to come she shared. “What makes sure your name is on the list. and sponsorships to sum- to breakfast on Saturday, De- it even more special is this Tickets can be picked up at mer camps at Brukner Na- cember 10th, and he said he will be the first time we will the center. Be sure to come ture Center and WACO Air Knitting for Cancer will be there with bells on. host the breakfast at Lincoln hungry. All the kids will have Museum. The Troy Rotary Suzie Hawkes will coor- “Several community He wants to invite families Community Center and a chance to visit with Santa Club is a member-involved, dinate a knitting activity for members have already do- to join him for the 5th annu- can offer the meal for free,” and get a framed 4x6” pic- goal-oriented service club cancer patients on Thursday, nated a large amount of hats al breakfast of all-you-can- Kleptz added. She noted ture with the Jolly Old Elf focused on socio/economic December 1, at 10 a.m. at the that they have done at home. eat pancakes, sausage, milk, that, thanks to the generosi- himself. issues that have an impact YWCA Piqua. Participants We were thrilled with these juice and coffee at Lincoln ty of sponsors and successful Troy Rotarians and the both locally and internation- will be knitting or crochet- donations,” added Hawkes. Community Center, 110 Ash fundraisers throughout the Troy Rotary Foundation ally. Follow their activities ing hats and other items to “Anyone can donate items Street in Troy, between 8:30- year, the club will underwrite support several community on Facebook at Troy Rotary donate to cancer patients at they have made at home if 11 a.m. that day. The break- the entire cost of the break- projects annually. During the Club. To learn more about UVMC. Individuals com- they are unable to attend fast will be free-of-charge to fast. 2015-16 Rotary year, over Rotary and membership, ing to help with this project the December 1 get togeth- those who make reservations Mark your calendars $23,000 in scholarships and please visit www.troyohioro- are asked to bring their own er,” she said. “We plan to and pick up their tickets by now to join in on the fun. community aid was distrib- tary.org. yarn, knitting needles or do this each month on the crochet hooks. first Thursday and encour- “This is a wonderful com- age others to come and join munity project to support in this very special project,” Rotarians Host Old Mason Winery those affected by cancer,” said Hawkes. said Hawkes, YWCA volun- For more information, The vines may come from they have expanded produc- 6,000 gallons of wine a year. Imagination Library pro- teer. “It is especially mean- stop at the YWCA at 418 a northern state, but the wine tion to include 17 different va- The winery is open Mon- gram, Rotary’s annual Shoe ingful to those receiving our N. Wayne Street or call 773- is produced right here in the rieties of red and white wines. day-Thursday from 12-6 p.m. Project, academic and com- items to show that members 6626. Participants are en- Miami Valley. Troy Rotarians The grapes they use are both and Friday-Saturday from munity service scholarships, of the community are help- couraged to pre-register for hosted Donna and Jeff Clark, grown on-site and come from 12-9 p.m. They offer live en- and sponsorships to summer ing them through a difficult the session. The YWCA is owners of the Old Mason other areas in Ohio. Word has tertainment on Friday and camps at Brukner Nature time,” she added. handicap accessible. Winery, at their November spread about the tasty prod- Saturday evenings. To learn Center and WACO Air Muse- 15th meeting to learn more ucts, and Old Mason now sells more, please visit www.old- um. The Troy Rotary Club is about what it takes to produce their wines in 19 retails es- mason.com. a member-involved, goal-ori- award-winning adult bever- tablishments, including some Troy Rotarians and the ented service club focused on ages. Kroger grocery stores. Their Troy Rotary Foundation socio/economic issues that Leaf Collection Schedule What started out as a “hob- best-selling wine is the States- support several communi- have an impact both locally On Tuesday, November of Troy Central Service & by that got out of control” has man, a sweet red wine. ty projects annually. During and internationally. Follow 29, the City of Troy street Maintenance Facility at 335- become their vocation. They Recently, they won best the 2015-16 Rotary year, over their activities on Facebook crews will commence the 1914 between the hours of opened the doors of their of class for two of their wines $23,000 in scholarships and at Troy Rotary Club. To learn third round of the annual 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Monday winery located at 4199 South at the International Wine community aid was distrib- more about Rotary and mem- leaf collection program. As through Friday. Iddings Road in West Milton competition in Indianapo- uted from the fund, includ- bership, please visit www. in the past, the leaf pick-up ZONE 1: The area in April of 2013. Since then, lis, IN. The winery produces ing support for Dolly Parton’s troyohiorotary.org. will be by zones. A Leaf Col- bound on the east by the lection Map is posted on the Corporation line and Ridge City website www.troyohio. Avenue, on the north and gov which shows the zones west by the Corporation line and an anticipated collec- and on the south by West What To Do in Troy tion schedule. A description Main Street, south on I-75 of the zones and anticipated and the Corporation line. Grand Illumination tyParks.com, e-mailing special guest of all Santa tural Center is pleased collection schedule is pro- Pick-up scheduled for Tues- November 25, register@miamicoun- Claus!! Bring all of your to host A Tasting of Fine vided below. day, Nov. 29 through Friday, 4:00-10:00 p.m. typarks.com or calling good little boys and girls Wines and Chocolates To help provide efficient Dec. 2. Downtown Troy (937) 335-6273, Ext. 109. to say hi! on Wednesday evening, collection, residents are ZONE 2: Area The 2016 Grand Illu- Bake Sale items will November 30, 2016. asked to assist by: bound by Ridge Ave. and mination Celebration will Storybook Trail be available for purchase This premier wine tast- • Keep leaf piles free of Peters Road on the East, to take place on Friday, No- “If You Find A Rock” as well, all proceeds from ing event will explore routine yard waste, tree include Pleasant View and vember 25th in down- November 27, the bake sale will benefit the pairing of wine and limbs, trash, rocks, etc. Premwood; to the South town Troy. 1:00-3:00 p.m. TSC Miami Co Relay for chocolate. Joe Reiser, These items can damage Corporation line and West Phone calls to the Charleston Life Team and the Ameri- owner of Winan’s Fine collection equipment and Corporation line to in- North Pole, visits with Falls Preserve can Cancer Society! Chocolates and Cof- delaying the collection pro- clude Willowcreek. Pick-up Santa in the newly con- The Miami County Admission is FREE! fees, will be the host for cess. See Yard Waste Collec- scheduled for Monday, Dec. structed Santa House, Park District will host the the evening. In addition tion for appropriate disposal 5 through Wednesday, Dec. carriage rides, holiday storybook trail program Drawing Room Concert to his 23 years of expe- of routine yard waste other 7. music, refreshments, “If You Find A Rock” on November 29, rience in the chocolate than leaves. ZONE 3: Area shopping at local mer- November 27 from 1 to 3 7:30 p.m. and coffee industry, Joe • Rake leaves to the street between Ridge Ave. on the chants, Mayor Beam- p.m. at Charleston Falls Troy-Hayner is a Level 1 WSET Wine one (1) foot out from the West, Peters Road on the ish’s special holiday Preserve, 2535 Ross Rd. Cultural Center specialist and an IWP curb. Leaving this space South, South Market Street, reading and the lighting south of Tipp City. Drop Troy-Hayner Cultural Italian Wine specialist. between the curb and the Canal Street, Monroe Street of the tree. anytime during the pro- Center Drawing Room As he leads through leaves will allow for drainage and Miami River on the East Tree lighting at 6:45. gram and read this sto- Series features The the tasting, he will ed- of the street when it rains. and the Corporation line on Troy Lights Up for the rybook is set up along Western Ohio Tuba Quar- ucate attendees on the • Do not block catch ba- the north. Also, the area Holidays! the trail. This Storybook tet. fine arts of winemaking sins with piles of leaves. This between South Market and Admission: FREE Trail is part of the “Rock The Troy-Hayner Cul- and chocolatiering and can plug up/reduce the flow CSX Railroad, south of Ca- Call for more informa- Hounds” Naturalist Ad- tural Center is host to how the two combine of rainwater, causing flood- nal Street to include South- tion 937-339-5455 venture Series program. this elegant Drawing to produce a wonder- ing issues. view. Pick-up scheduled for More information can Room chamber series. fully rich pairing. Fol- • Do not place leaf piles Thursday, Dec. 8 through Naturalist Adventure be found on the park Concerts are usually lowing the tasting, wine around or between parked Monday, Dec. 12. Series “Rock Hounds” district website Miami- the last Tuesday of each by the glass or bottle, cars. Leaf piles between or ZONE 4: Re- November 27, CountyParks.com. month from October and Winan’s Chocolates around parked cars will not mainder of East end of 1:00-4:00 p.m. through April. The series will be available for pur- be collected. town, from CSX Railroad Charleston Troy Skating Club is directed by Dr. Ran- chase. Residents are asked to east. Pick-up scheduled for Falls Preserve Holiday Exhibition dall Paul, D.M.A, Wright There will two seat- comply with this schedule so Tuesday, Dec. 13 through The Miami County November 27, State University Chair, ing times: 6:00-7:30 that leaves can be collected. Wednesday, Dec 14. Park District will hold its 4:30 p.m. School of Music. The PM and 7:45-9:15 PM. Residents may also dispose ZONE 5: Sher- Naturalist Adventure Se- Hobart Arena series showcases both Seating is limited to 30 of leaves by the use of City wood area and Culbertson ries “Rock Hounds” on Troy Skating Club will local and international guests each seating. of Troy Yard Waste Bags Heights area. Also, the re- November 27 from 1 to 4 ring in the most wonder- musicians in an intimate, The cost is $25.00 per (T-bags). The only Yard maining sections of North- p.m. at Charleston Falls ful time of the year at relaxed setting. It is a se- person. To register and Waste Bags that will be east Troy-Meadow Lawn, Preserve, 2535 Ross Rd. their Annual Holiday Ex- ries beloved equally by pay online, visit www. collected by the City must Heritage Hills, Gaslight south of Tipp City. Drop hibition! the musicians and the troyhayner.org or stop be purchased from the Village, Northbrook and up by to learn all about Great fun for the audience. by the Hayner. Billing & Collection Office on the hill. Pick-up sched- rocks. Participants can whole family and FREE There is no dress code (1st floor of City Hall) or at uled for Thursday, Dec. 15 learn to identify different as well. and as always, it is free True Value Hardware, 850 S. through Friday, Dec. 16 types of rocks and how Local Troy Skating and open to the public. To promote your non- Market St. The cost of the DOWNTOWN AREA: they were formed. A rov- Club skaters will per- profit club or organiza- bags is $1.25 each. Leaves in this area will be ing naturalist will be on- form to your favorite A Taste at Hayner tion’s events, email the This schedule is to be picked up intermittently as site to answer questions holiday tunes! Special November 30, information to editor@ considered tentative, subject time permits. and facilitate activity. guest appearance by 6:00 p.m. troytrib.com. You can to weather and equipment This schedule is to be Register for the program Championship Theater Troy-Hayner also mail it to Troy Tri- delays. If there are ques- considered tentative, subject by going to the program on Ice team, Harmony Cultural Center bune, P.O. Box 281, New tions on the leaf collection to weather and equipment calendar at MiamiCoun- Ice Theater and the most The Troy-Hayner Cul- Carlisle OH 45344 schedule, please call the City delays. Gibson Law Offices Personal Professional Legal Services Tune-ups $49.95 every day Joseph E. 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Van Cleve – 1st Quarter – Nathaniel Mamitag, Sophia Freisthler Lilly Honeyman, Kyle Driver Campaign Straight A Walker, Alex Wheeler Samantha Matthies, Cate McCord, Kaiser Werling, As 2016 draws to a close, City and West Milton estab- Andrew Helman, Astryd Zane Huelsman, Ella Rehmert, Dahlia Rossiter, Hannah August, Nigel Lee, social calendars will fill up lishments. Littlejohn, Elise McCann, Rebernak, Mitchell Davis, Kiernan Cotterman-Schnur, Dominique Pryslak, Trinity with parties and get togeth- According to area law Brandon McFaddin, Trayce Saidah Ddamba, Olondo Tara Chaney, Tristan Watson, Grace Wilson, ers across Miami County. It’s enforcement, there have not Mercer, Josie Romick Dillard, Hannah Duff, Ethan Harding, Connor Craw- Riley Daugherty, Chelsea a time for laughter and joy, been any alcohol-related fa- Adrienne Post, Stella Martin, Thomas Mas- ford, Trevor Hayslip, Mali Evilsizor, TaMeka Lawrence, not for dangerous driving tal accidents during the holi- Avey, Katie Bertke, Ellie carella, Nicholas May, Me- Hewitt, Dahlia Lazier, Ella Josie Marlow, Sylvia Smith and potential harm on the day season in Miami County Fogarty, Elise Hempker, gan Robinson, Hannah Lovitt, Maddison Manson Aubrey Gillespie, Jacob area highways and byways. in the past 15 years. It’s due, Olivia Johnston, Nicholas Brooks, Nailah Ddamba, Andrew Morlan, Kellen Lucas, Rabeckah Meiring, To help residents make smart in part, to programs such as Kawecki Luke Strayer, Andrew Cool, Nich- AnnMarie Palombi, Amelia decisions for celebrating the this Rotary campaign. The Charles Wyatt, Hannah Huber, Aden Nave, olas Foran, Jason Harvey, Peltier, Jaylon Slebo holidays, local Rotary clubs buttons are a visual reminder Bridge, Alaina Buerger, Mackenzie Rogers, Mack- Trinity Hurd, Anna Minton Kaiya Godin, Brayden will kick off the 16th annual of the need to have a sober, Aidan Coleman, Madison enzie Rougier, Nathan Tim- Brianna Montoya, Jaime Hafer, Andrew LaFountain, “Designated Driver” button designated driver instead of Frey, Leah Harnish, Kellie merman, Allison Wolfe Quintana, Dana Stradling, Payton Lande, Makenzi campaign to help promote getting behind the wheel of Brown, Hallie Frigge, Tori 1st Quarter – Honor Roll Nickolas Buechter, Elijah Metz, Molly Rolon-Paw- safe, sober driving during a car after consuming alco- Ricks, Brayden Schwartz, Dylan Fugate, Collis- Donnan, Peyton Dunn laczyk the final weeks of the year. hol at parties or celebrations. Savannah Sharett, Brynn sa Grunden, Taiah Hig- Sophia Floyd, Nolan Fox, Elizabeth Ray, Kara On Tuesday, December The button program is Pope’s Siler, Kayla Stockslager bee, Emma Marlow, Jaden Connor Hutchinson, Gavin Steinke, Allison Thuma, 6th, Troy Rotarian Dr. Mi- brainchild. “It has been a Kayanna Bidle, Lucas Bu- Mayse, Kaylie Miller, Mason Hutchinson, Devyn Oliver, Marcus Gigandet, Patrick chael Pope will host the offi- privilege for Rotary clubs to schur, Aaron Colvin, Brook- Myers Caitlyn O’Neill, Cory Glover, Adam Huber, An- cial kickoff at the Troy Coun- help our friends in Miami lyn Jackson, Andrew Jones, Graysen Krites, Winter, Anthony Cook, thony try Club, 1830 Peters Road, County have a safe holiday Matthew Spayde Leah Hogston, Eleanor Tracy Davis, Asthaben Pa- Larue, Mackenzie Per- at 10:30 AM. Representatives season through this cam- Nathaniel Weidner, Abi- Wannemacher, Aries White, tel, Elijah Smith, Kristopher kins, Allison Poore, Harmo- from the Troy and West Mil- paign,” he noted. gail Welbaum, Ethan Horn, Ayden Bellamy, Gabrielle Blakeley, Jasmine Flory ny Rolf ton Rotary clubs, the Miami The Troy and West Mil- County Sherriff’s Office, and ton Rotary clubs are part of the Ohio Highway Patrol Rotary International. Each h GIFT continued from Page 5 will be there to help support club offers members an op- the launch. The gold and portunity to support socio/ the Alan Good Scholar- board of education mem- Herman also told the from Cardinal Bus Sales blue “Designated Driver” economic issues that have an ship and from M.J. Stan- bers and the state schools board he wanted to re- two 72-passenber bus- buttons will be distributed to impact both locally and in- islaw for $1,000 to each superintendent calling for mind parents it is time for es and one 65-passenger area bars, restaurants, banks ternationally. You can follow of six elementary school the repeal of House Bill 47 parents to be prepared for handicapped school bus. and drive-thru businesses the Troy Rotary activities buildings to be used in the and its increased gradua- possible weather delays Congratulated the girls during the holiday season. on Facebook at Troy Rotary principal’s fund, as need- tion requirements. including having plans for cross country team on an The State Liquor store will Club. To learn more about ed. The letter calls the legis- child care, if needed. outstanding year. Team hand out 1,000 to customers Rotary and membership, In other business, the lation “poorly conceived” In other business the members introduced while thousands more will please visit www.troyohioro- board agreed to sign a let- and “a train wreck in wait- board: themselves to the board be available in Troy, Tipp tary.org. ter to state legislators, state i n g .” Approved the purchase during the meeting. h REPORTS continued from Page 2 ing to get away from him. block of Grant St. for a boyfriend was contacted for a report of an armed but the subject said a report of a disturbance Officers found the cou- report of a hit/skip ac- and told not to contact robbery in progress. Two that he did not own one. and had warned the boy- ple walking on Franklin cident. Two parked ve- her any more or charges individuals were arrested. Neither side is credible friend for disorderly con- at Plum. They said they hicles were struck by an would be filed. He said he due to their past histories duct. As officers entered had a verbal argument. unknown vehicle which understood. 11:23 p.m. – To the 1500 and past dealings with the home, the boyfriend The female half said she resulted in damage to the block of W. Main St. for the police. There was no said “Let’s go. Take me wanted to get away with driver’s side mirrors. 10:01 p.m. – To Harrison a report of a robbery in damage to the RP’s tires. to jail.” The woman said him and said that she St. for a report of a theft. progress. The blocks were submit- that he had been running was out late last night 10:11 a.m. – To the 400 A woman reported that a ted into property as po- his mouth and that he and found outside of a block of S. Market St. male subject stole a Colt 11:34 p.m. – To E. Dakota tential evidence. smacked a piece of pizza drug dealer’s house. She to serve a warrant. The .45 from her. The officer St. for a report of a drug out of her hand. The was very erratic about subject identified herself was unable to locate the offense. The woman was 1:59 p.m. – Two sis- woman’s son said that everything she was say- when she answered the subject. not doing drugs, but her ters came to the Police the boyfriend had cut on ing. The male half left for door. She was aware of children’s father was ar- Station to report that himself with a machete. work and the female half the warrant and was ar- Friday 11/18 rested for violating a pro- they were being harassed The boyfriend had sev- went to the shelter on rested and taken to the tection order and taken by their father. They said eral superficial scratches Franklin St. Police station to be ques- 12:22 a.m. – Traffic to the Miami County Jail. there was an incident last on his left forearm. He tioned about a separate stop on N. Market near night in which the police said they were from a cat. 4:01 p.m. – To Garfield incident. After the con- Stonyridge. The driver Saturday 11/19 were involved and offi- The boyfriend was placed Ave. for a report of a run- versation, she was taken was cited for no seat belt cers told the father not under arrest for disor- away juvenile. The same to the Miami County Jail. and warned for speed. 1:08 a.m. – To Scott St. to bother his daughters. derly conduct and taken juvenile had run away on for a report of a theft. A Today they said that he to UVMC for evaluation, 11/13 and returned the 12:36 p.m. – To W. Main 12:23 a.m. – An officer woman reported that a has been texting them then to the Miami County next day. The juvenile St. for a report of a pri- was eastbound on E. wallet with $10 and pa- asking the whereabouts Jail. was entered as missing. vate property accident. Main from the square perwork was stolen from of his grandchild. The of- One driver backing out and saw a Mustang in her vehicle. ficer called the father and 5:19 p.m. – Traffic stop on 6:38 p.m. – Traffic stop of a parking space struck front of him with a 3/16 warned him about phone Adams at Staunton. The on S. Market St. near another vehicle. There expiration sticker on its 5:01 a.m. – Traffic stop harassment, and that if vehicle was clocked at 43 Union St. The vehicle’s were no injuries and nei- plate. He ran the plate on N. Market near he contacted his daugh- MPH in a 25 MPH zone. plates expired on 9/30. ther driver could prove and found it expired on Stonyridge. The vehicle ters again he would be She was cited for speed. The driver was under insurance. 3/22/16 and was reg- was clocked at 45 MPH charged. He said he un- suspension for owing a istered to a Ford truck. in a 35 MPH zone. The derstood and would stop. 6:30 p.m. – Traffic stop fee to Hamilton County 1:12 p.m. – A man came He initiated a traffic driver said he did not on W. Main just east of Municipal Court. He was to the Police station to stop. The driver said he have a license. He was 4:22 p.m. – Traffic stop on Marybill. The driver had cited for driving under turn in a wallet that he took the plate from his cited for driving under Wayne near Summit. The run the red light at Main suspension and expired found in his back yard on truck and put it on the suspension and warned vehicle was clocked at 42 and Stanfield, for which registration. The vehicle Shamrock Ln. There was Mustang. He still owns for speed. A licensed MPH in a 25 MPH zone. he apologized. He was was towed. no money in it, but it had the truck. He was cited driver arrived to take The driver said that she cited. identification for a juve- for expired plates and fic- control of the vehicle. was trying to hurry to get 10:45 p.m. – To E. Franklin nile. The School Resource titious plates. her grandson home and 7:19 p.m. – Traffic St. to arrest a subject for Officer at Troy High 12:49 p.m. – To Lake St. that she was low on fuel. stop Traffic stop on the Champaign County School was contacted 9:22 a.m. – Traffic stop on for a report of criminal She was cited for speed. Experiment Farm Rd. Sheriff’s Office. The man and he advised that he W. Main near Oxford. The damaging. A woman re- The vehicle was clocked who answered the door would come pick up the vehicle’s plates were ex- ported seeing a known 9:03 p.m. – To W. Main St. at 67 MPH in a 35 MPH said the subject was not wallet and return it to the pired and the driver was male subject near her for a report of shoplifters. zone. The officer asked there. He was reminded owner. cited. vehicle, then he left. She Two females, one adult the driver if he knew why that the subject has a said she went outside to and one juvenile, were he was stopped, and he GPS ankle bracelet. The 3:39 p.m. – A Texas man 11:47 a.m. – To Lake St. investigate and found two caught trying to steal replied “I was speeding.” subject was located in called requesting a wel- for a report of phone blocks with nails in them from the store. Both were The officer asked the his bedroom. He was ar- fare check on his 7-year- harassment. A man re- under her front tires. charged with theft. driver if he knew how fast rested on the warrant old daughter. He said ported that he was re- The blocks had swasti- he was going and he said and taken to Rt. 55 at Rt. he believes the child’s ceiving harassing texts kas drawn on them. The Sunday 11/20 “60.” He was reminded of 201 to meet a Champaign mother was having prob- from a subject. The officer went to the sub- the 35 MPH speed limit County deputy. lems with her live-in subject was warned for ject’s last known address 1:31 a.m. – Traffic stop on and cited. boyfriend. The girl was phone harassment. but could not get an an- W. Market at Ridge. The 10:57 p.m. – A man ap- located at her grandpar- swer. He was located at driver was found to be 7:36 p.m. – Traffic stop in proached an officer in the ents’ where she spends 3:50 p.m. – To S. his mother’s home. The under suspension. She the Goodyear lot for a ve- Police Dept. parking lot most of her time and she Mulberry St. for a re- hood of his vehicle was was cited for driving un- hicle with expired plates. to report an altercation was fine. port of a possible fight cold, and he said that he der suspension and for a The driver said she forgot with his live-in girlfriend. between two juveniles. had been at his mother’s headlight violation. to renew them. She was The girlfriend was ar- 4:35 p.m. – To S. Stanfield Officers spoke with both home all day. He said that cited. rested for domestic vio- Rd. A woman reported juveniles who said that he had been arguing with 2:27 a.m. – To N. Market lence and resisting arrest that her ex-boyfriend has they were in an alterca- the RP and that she had St. for a report of a dis- Monday 11/21 and taken to the Miami been calling her about tion. No one wished to threatened to get him in turbance. A woman re- County Jail. her daughter. She said press charges. Both juve- trouble. He said that she ported that her boyfriend 1:03 a.m. – To Harrison that the boyfriend has niles were warned for dis- owes him $70 but won’t was highly intoxicated St. for a report of a sexual Thursday 11/17 no rights to her child and orderly conduct. pay him. The RP had and was physical with assault. The case was for- she didn’t want him con- stated that the subject her. Officers had been to warded to the Detective 8:37 a.m. – To the 700 tacting her any more. The 8:51 p.m. – To Brukner Dr. was wearing a hoodie, the residence earlier for Section.

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Fry bacon until almost tional 2 tablespoons butter. Stir, add - ¼ cup frozen orange juice Box 61 Medway Ohio 45341 career. Most importantly I did not do, I stood by as back up. A mere traf- ney fees. We all felt we had done noth- lations. Window tints, loud mufflers just to hear their groans. slough it off with a shrug and unin- fic violation turned into an arrest for ing wrong so we went to trial and won. along with people running red lights Now I am not saying my Italian tem- very good man and public the Tipp City Chief was Ron but got out of police work pri- I am not blaming anyone terested attitude. I know this is a disorderly conduct and then resistingservant, Priormourning to the thetrial lossthough, Spring. I developed Chief Springbecame retired my focus or ofto attention.putting in Ia still full career.per does for not this rise situation, to the surface it is just still a very seriousTip question of for a LEO the and arrest. Week of Sheriffa serious Charles burnout.Cox. Sher I- madefrom no thetraffic Ohio wrote State thePatrol usual speedingBoth these cites men and would so beto well this day.fact I ofcan life be for very the mean job. whenHad II can lead to depression, drinking, and The large subject had been a ifffree- Coxstops, retired made from nothe arrests Troy andand Tippbecame City wason, buthis toldretire myself- into anytime their Ilate witnessed 80’s. Thishave ofto. Mybeen attitude in a factory is now tofor enjoy my life,ca- bad attitudes.BY SGT. JJ MAURO domA career fighter officer in hiscan homelandno longer Police and Departmentvery surly. Itthen did hadhelp ament little job. to talk Sadly a Chief certain Spring violation, course I would is not make a scientific a traf- enjoystudy, workreer, and I workwould my not way have through sur- afford to retire early and live another career as the Sheriff. died a few years ago and also only the example of Chief’s in vived. The choice of my re- RatherTIPP than CITY to tellPOLICE my compatriot RETIRED vowed no government would ever rule with a lawyer who was a part time po- fic stop. any burnout periods. what he should do, I told him what overoff hishim retirement. again. This That man is waswhy aI car-wouldlice still officer consider and heSheriff told medied a jury too would young. I also began workingmy career. really hard in When youtirement sit and job stew is not on whatbased irri- on I did. The very first burnout I expe- diovascularso many officers surgeon. retire After anthen internal Cox to havesee the not truth lived and out findthe in ourChief favor. 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Not all resentatives are registered representatives of Thrivent Financial is a financial services organi- their values while providing them opportuni- Thrivent Investment Management Inc. They are products are available in all states. Securities zation that helps Christians be wise with money ties to demonstrate their generosity where they also licensed insurance agents/producers of TROY TRIBUNE - PAGE 9 Dale E Bartel Dawn I. Dale E. Bartel, age 66, of Troy, OH passed away on Stoker (Yaney) Thursday, November 17, 2016 Dawn I. Stoker, age 56, at this residence. Dale was OBITS of Troy, passed away on born on July 4, 1950 in Troy, Wednesday, November 16, OH to the Vernon E. and Dor- 2016 at Hospice of Miami othy (Hardesty) Bartel. County Inpatient Unit in Troy. Frank Bair Dale is survived by his wife She was born in Coldwater, of eleven years: Barbara J. Frank Bair, age 94, of OH on June 2, 1960 to the late (Johnston) Bartel; children: Casstown, passed away Orval E. and Monna Lou (Mut- Shawnna (Tony) Roob of on Friday, November 18, er) Yaney, Sr. On February Lima, Karla (Doug) Kenney 2016 at his residence. He 14, 1993, she married Todd A. of Dayton, Amy Russell of was born in Miami County Stoker and he survives. Troy, Joe (Sarah) Valentine on January 7, 1922 to the Dawn is also survived by of Wellston; Brooke (Matt) late Gideon J. and Mae children: Melissa (Bob) Rager Cole of Seattle, WA and Josh (Ely) Bair. On February 3, of St. Marys, Charles (Peggy) (Marie) Valentine of Cincinnati; grandchildren: Alexis Roob, Kasey 1945, he married Betty Warner of Sidney and David Perry, Abigail Roob, Kate Russell, Kyle Kenney, Megan Kenney, Snyder. After 71 years of Stoker of Troy; grandchildren: Shaylin Kiehl, Ty Kiehl, Kimberly Bailee, Ava and Colin Valentine, Jackson, Greyson and Sawyer marriage, she survives. Burton and Jaden Warner; brothers: Robert (Virginia) Yaney of Cole and Will and Max Valentine; brother: Mark (Pam) Bartel of Frank is also survived Winchester, VA and Richard (Karen) Yaney of Ormond Beach, FL; Troy and their children: Michael, Megan and Amanda Bartel; aunt: by two sons: Michael sister-in-law: Linda Yaney of Sidney, OH; and sisters: Kathy Yaney Faye Hardesty of Troy; and extended family and friends. Dale was (Diana) Bair of Troy and and Robin Dickerson, both of Sidney, OH. She was preceded in preceded in death by his parents and his first wife: Jacque K. (Net- Rodney (Susan) Bair of death by her parents and one brother Orval, E. Yaney, Jr. zley) Bartel on December 24, 2003. St. Paris; one sister: Jean Crego of Troy; two sisters-in-law: Dawn was a member Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Piqua Dale was a 1968 graduate of Miami East High School. He Wanda Bair and Norreta Snyder; six grandchildren: Trevin Ward. She liked to shop flea markets and collect antiques, as served in the US National Guard. He was a member and advisor (Jerisann) Bair, Jerrod (Amy) Bair, Seth (Donna) Bair, Ken- well as gardening. Most importantly, Dawn enjoyed quiet time with the Miami County 4-H for many years. Dale was a member of nan Bair, Roger Bair and Andrew Bair; six great grandchil- with Todd and spending time with family and grandchildren. She the St. John’s United Church of Christ in Troy. Dale was a longtime dren: Regan, Dylan, Ayden, Gracie, Drew and Audrey; and loved being with her pets, Dog, Anna and Cat, Tigger. Dawn was area farmer and a Staunton Township Trustee for over 30 years. several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he employed at Holloway Sportswear in Sidney until her illness in He was currently employed with Farmers Elevator in Houston. was preceded in death by two brothers: Leonard Bair and January, 2016. Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, Novem- Bailey Bair; two sisters: Anita Ditmer and Arzella Linscott; Service was held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 ber 28, 2016 at the St. John’s United Church of Christ in Troy with and five brothers-in-law: Glen and Dale Snyder, John at Baird Funeral Home in Troy. Burial followed in Riverside Ceme- the Rev. Keith Wagner. The family will receive friends at the church Durst, Arthur Ditmer and Loren Crego. tery in Troy. from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Monday, November 28, 2016. Frank was a member and trustee of Lost Creek United Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Miami Memorial contributions may be made to Miami County 4-H, Church of Christ. He was also a member of Cove Spring County, P. O. Box 502, Troy, OH 45373. Condolences may be ex- c/o Miami County Extension Services, 201 West Main Street, Troy, Grange, Miami County Farm Bureau and was a 4H advisor pressed to the family at www.bairdfuneralhome.com. for 15 years. Frank was a dairy farmer. He had also been OH 45373. Condolences may be expressed to the family through a custodian at Miami East Schools before retiring after 19 www.bairdfuneralhome.com. years in 1987, where he spent 15 years at the High School Norbert W. and 4 years at the South (Elizabeth) building. Eleven days after his wedding, Frank left to serve in the US Army Sharon Marie Tecklenburg during WW II, where he served in the Philippines and Ja- Norbert W. Tecklenburg, pan. Frank loved to square dance and to play ball. After he Henning (Mason) age 88, of Troy, OH passed came home from the Army, he played on the Cove Springs Sharon Marie (Mason) away on Thursday, November Church softball team and the Redmen’s team for several Henning, age 73, of Troy, OH 17, 2016. He was born on years. He loved to play ball with his six grandsons until he passed away on Thursday, March 23, 1928 in Troy, OH was well into his eighties. He took up bowling at about 83 November 17, 2016 at the to the late William M. and years of age and bowled on the Lost Creek Church team Upper Valley Medical Center Margaret (Conrad) Tecklen- until he was ninety. in Troy. Sharon was born on burg. On October 2, 1954, A Grange Service was held at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, January 12, 1943 in Spring Norbert married Dottie Lou November 22 at the funeral home. A Graveside Service Valley, IL to the late Donald Groff and she preceded him will be at Casstown Cemetery at a later date. Robert “Mickey” and Mary in death in 2004. In addition Memorial contributions may be made to Lost Creek Rita (Smith) Mason. Sharon to his parents and wife, he United Church of Christ, 7007 Troy-Urbana Road, Cass- married Dale Arthur Henning was preceded in death by his town, OH 45312 or Miami Valley Veteran’s Museum, 107 on June 8, 1968 and he pre- sisters: Jean Blackmore and West Main Street, Second Floor, Troy, OH 45373. Condo- ceded her in death on June Florence Rita Tecklenburg; lences may be expressed to the family at www.bairdfuner- 1, 2010. along with a twin brother: Albert, at birth. Norb is survived by his alhome.com. Sharon is survived by her four children: Kathy Dixon of Asheville, NC, Matt (Lindsay) Teck- son and daughter-in-law: Doug and Ashley Henning of Englewood; lenburg of Novi MI, Mike (Sharon) Tecklenburg of Tipp City and Betty Pauline daughters and son-in-law: Kristine Henning (Mike Tortorella) of Tom (Tammy) Tecklenburg, New Preston, CT; seven grandchildren: Newnan, GA and Cynde and Jason Sroufe of Troy; grandchildren: Teckla (Tim) Patterson, McGregor Dixon, Meghan (Jesse) Buxton Mott (Gundolf) Brandon, Alex, Joel and Kelsea Henning; Breelyn Beeman, Cher (Baby Buxton on the way), Billy Tecklenburg (Engaged to Mallory and Suzie Sroufe; brothers: Charlie Mason of Rockton, IL; and Kitts), Kyle Tecklenburg, Eric Tecklenburg and Ian Tecklenburg; Betty Gundolf Mott, Robert Mason of Ft. Wayne, IN; and sisters: Ellin (Michael) Lotspe- and special friend and angel: Betty Wenrick. age 92, of Elizabeth Town- ich of Bradford, IL and Rita (Jacques) Brouillette of Mundelein, IL. Norb graduated from THS in 1946 where he was on the 1946 ship, Troy, Ohio passed In addition to her husband, Sharon was preceded in death by her Baseball Team that progressed deep into the state tournament. away Tuesday, Novem- parents and her brother Kevin Mason. He served in the Army from 1946 to 1947, then attended Miami ber 15, 2016 at Randall Sharon received her Bachelor of Science Degree from the University and worked at the USPS. In 1958 he started his career Residence Assisted Living Illinois State University and Master of Science Degree from the at GM – Inland Division in Dayton and Vandalia and retired in 1988. in Tipp City, Ohio. Betty Wright State University. She was a kindergarten teacher with St. Post retirement, Norb worked part time as a courier for Star Bank was born on Christmas Patrick Catholic School in Troy for 24 years. Sharon was a member before he and Dottie fully retired in 1998. Eve, December 1923 to of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Troy and a member of the Beta Sig- Norb was a lifelong member of St. Patrick’s Church, where he the late Ralph and Jenny ma Phi Sorority. Sharon was a regular at the Troy Senior Citizens was active in volunteer work, the Knights of Columbus and the Marie (Saylor) Gundolf. Center. She enjoyed knitting and crafts and spending time with her church golf league. He was a Jaycee and an active member in On October 18, 1946, she family. the Optimist Clubs of Troy, where he was always involved in the married Lowell Watkins Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, youth related activities. Norb was a past President of the Evening “Lefty” Mott at McKen- November 22, 2016 at the St. Patrick Catholic Church, Troy, OH Optimist Club. He was actively involved in his children’s activities dree United Methodist with the Rev. Fr. James Duell officiating. Interment followed in the and could always be found on baseball fields volunteering as Church. Lowell preceded her in death at age 91, in July of Casstown Cemetery, Casstown. coach, umpiring or grounds crew. No matter what the activity, 2014. They enjoyed 67 years of marriage. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Patrick Catholic Norb was there to support all his kids and carried that over to be Betty is survived by four children and their spouses: School, 420 East Water Street, Troy, OH 45373. Condolences may the number one fan of all his grandchildren, whether sports or Linda (Dr. Mark) Bentley of Piqua, Brenda (Larry) Zim- be expressed to the family through www.bairdfuneralhome.com. school activities. When he was not involved in family activities he merman of Marysville, Michael Lowell (Carolyn) Mott of enjoyed traveling, golfing, volksmarching and following his beloved New Albany and Stacy (Mike) Karadak of Troy and her 8 Cincinnati Red’s and Ohio State Buckeyes. grandchildren; Megan Bentley, Jarrod (Amanda) Zimmer- Marvin Mass of Christian Burial took place at 10:30AM on Monday, No- man, Evan and Chase Zimmerman, Adam Mott, Alyson vember 21, 2016 at the St. Patrick Catholic Church, Troy, OH with (Michael) Kaufman, and Kyle and Kley Karadak. Betty was Edward Weaver the Rev. Fr. James Duell officiating. Interment followed in Riverside also preceded in death by one brother; Richard Gundolf. Marvin Edward Weaver, Cemetery in Troy. Betty was a graduate of Elizabeth School in Elizabeth age 94, a longtime resident Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Associa- Township in 1941. After graduation Betty worked at Dolly of Troy, passed away at 7:05 tion, 31 West Whipp Road, Dayton, OH 45459 or Honor Flight, 200 Toy Company and Kilgore Company in Tipp City. There a.m. Saturday, November Canary Court, Enon, OH 45323. Condolences may be expressed she made toys but helped make flares when the compa- 19, 2016 at Troy Care Center. to the family at www.bairdfuneralhome.com. nies switched to support the World War II war effort. When Marvin was born in Miami she was not working or needed on her parent’s farm, she County on September 24, and her friends would spend days at Russell’s Point/In- 1922, to the late Ottis and dian Lake and Silver Lake Beach Club near New Carlisle. Amanda Weaver. He was h PULPIT continued from Page 8 Betty and her friends also loved shopping trips where they preceded in death by his wife blessings. or by anything else that hap- would dress in their Sunday best clothing and short white Lois Oehrtman Weaver. Most of us have a place to pens to you in your life. You gloves just to go shopping in Dayton. He was a graduate of Troy live. We eat regularly. We have can eat and you will get hungry After marriage Betty retired to work as a homemaker High School, served in World clothes to wear. We have at again. You can drink and you and a mother. She helped Lowell build their first house War II with the Navy Seabees least some income. We have will get thirsty again. But Jesus good enough health to at least paid for all your sins and it will on Route 201. In 1960 they moved to their current farm in the South Pacific and be alive and get around. We never have to be done again. where together they spent many years farming and re- retired from Altman Mills and Hobart Brothers Company. Marvin have relatives and friends, most We like money. We like storing their farmhouse and barns to their original beauty. was a member and Past-Commander of American Legion Post 43, of us have a lot more than we comfort. We like to be suc- Their farm was their pride. They enjoyed antiquing and Troy Senior Citizens Center, a life-member of Troy Fish and Game need to exist. cessful. And these things tend auctions and as a team they would repair and restore old Club, and the First United Church of Christ in Troy. We would like to have to distract us so that we ignore furniture. Betty also caned chairs for many of her Eliza- Marvin is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Gary more, of course. Life is not the goal that God has placed beth Township neighbors. Weaver of Englewood, Mike and Pam Weaver of Troy; two daugh- perfect. We may wish things before us. Betty was also an expert seamstress, an avid reader ters and sons-in-law, Jane and Steve Laughman of North Carolina; could be better. That is the way It may not seem like much and loved to stay aware and discuss current events. She Joan and Bob Vanchure of Kentucky; one step-son, Mike Bennett; the people felt who wanted to of a Thanksgiving if your fam- and Lowell greatly enjoyed their grandchildren and attend- one step-daughter Lois Ann Prichard; twelve grandchildren and make Jesus their king. ily isn’t around, or if you can’t ed many events to support their activities. She truly loved twenty great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one But suppose we had ev- celebrate Thanksgiving like you erything we wanted. Suppose used to do. It may not seem like family gatherings and having everyone together. Betty sister Mary Weaver Schultz and one brother Kenneth Weaver both conditions in your life were much of a Thanksgiving if your was a past member of the Farm Bureau Council and Cove of Troy. perfect. There would still be health is poor, or if you are Springs Grange, Cove Springs United Church of Christ and Funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, November something wrong. It won’t last. having financial problems. But was a huge Cincinnati Reds and Ohio State fan. 23, 2016 at Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home in Troy with Pastor Lau- Material things wear out. They even if you don’t have family, Friends may call 3:00-7:00 PM on Sunday, November ren Allen officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 11:30 to become obsolete. Friends can health or money, you can still 27, 2016 and funeral services will be at 10:30 AM on Mon- 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home. A graveside military service will be turn against us. We grow old. have the greatest blessing of all. day, November 28, 2016 at Baird Funeral Home in Troy conducted by the Veterans Honor Guard of Troy. Interment will be We die. Nothing in this life is Jesus came to be your Savior with Rev. Greg Morrow and Rev. Ed Beeson co-officiating. in Riverside Cemetery, Troy. permanent. It is all temporary. and take you to eternal life. Burial will follow in Casstown Cemetery in Casstown, Ohio. Memorials may be directed to the First United Church of That is the difference -be (Pastor Marc Frey is the Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth Christ, 120 South Market St., Troy, OH 45373. tween these blessings we are pastor at Peace of Our Savior Township Community Center, 5760 E. Walnut Grove Road, Arrangements entrusted to Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home, Troy. so concerned about, and the Lutheran Church and Pre- blessing that Jesus points out to school (WELS) New Carlisle, Troy, Ohio 45373. Condolences may be expressed to the Online condolences may be left for the family at www.fisherch- us. Salvation is permanent. It is OH www.peaceofoursavior. family at www.bairdfuneralhome.com. eneyfuneralhome.com . not affected by change, decay net) PAGE 10 - TROY TRIBUNE - WEEK OF WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2016

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Nonprofits Benefit from The CARPET & FLOORING Paul G. Duke Foundation Grants Troy, OH (November 16, Street, the Duke Foundation To support improvements County. 2016)—Nonprofit organiza- joins the City of Troy, the Troy to the facility in the interests Troy Recreation Associa- tions serving residents of the Foundation, Troy Main Street, of client and staff health and tion, Inc. Miami County area received and an anonymous donor to safety. To support the Summer welcome support recently catalyze revitalization of the Milton-Union Senior Cit- Lunch Buddy program to pro- LauriesFlooring.com 105 W. Market St. from The Paul G. Duke Foun- downtown and riverfront izens & Community Club, vide Troy students in grades 440-8800 Troy, OH dation. The Foundation an- areas of Troy. Creation of a Inc. K-6 with a free lunch and lit- nounced grants totaling more strategic investment and de- To support replacement eracy program. than $140,000, targeting edu- velopment plan is a key step of four windows in the facil- Upper Valley Career Cen- cation and social services pro- toward enhancing the quality ity, which serves primarily ter grams, community events and of life for all Troy residents, senior citizens in northern To support development the community itself. increasing opportunities for Montgomery County, eastern of the makerspace, where Underscoring the Duke recreation and tourism, and Darke County, and southern students can take advantage Foundation’s continuing in- improving the ability of area Miami County. of advanced manufacturing terest in strengthening the businesses to attract and re- Richards Chapel United equipment to practice skills. leadership resources and tain talented employees. Methodist Church create, and innovate. skills of local nonprofit orga- Improvements of a dif- To support the purchase Veterans Museum Miami nizations and professionals, ferent kind are the focus of of chairs and tables for the Valley the Duke Foundation will the Foundation’s most recent Lunch Program, serving those To support development again underwrite the Gradu- grant for the Brukner Nature in need in the Troy area. and presentation of the Histo- ate Academy for Communi- Center. Upgrades to enable Troy Lions Charities, Inc. ry in a Box program. ty Leadership, as it has since high-speed internet service To support the Sight Con- 2005. The Academy, located will encourage docents, staff, servation Program in Miami k GRANTS continued on Page 12 at Edison State Community educators and visitors of all College (ESCC), offers edu- ages to take advantage of tech- Union Savings Bank has an immediate opening for a cational, professional devel- nology as a way to explore the part time teller. We are seeking a positive, custom- opment, and networking op- Center’s exhibits and environ- er service oriented individual. Position also requires portunities for staff and board ment, stimulating curiosity reliability and attention to detail. You will run a teller members of regional nonprof- and encouraging an appreci- window to serve customers by processing a variety its, and concludes with the ation of the wildlife and wild of transactions and customer service requests, as well annual Mosaic Conference. places of the Miami County as cash handling. Saturdays required. Please email The Duke Foundation will region. resume to Julie at [email protected] also continue to support one Additional nonprofit orga- of the Foundation Center’s nizations receiving grants are: free Cooperating Collections Edison State Community Job Requirements at ESCC, in order to provide College nonprofits and members of A grant was also awarded High school diploma or equivalent the public with fundraising to support the 2016 Holiday Good interpersonal communication and computer information, assistance and Evening at Edison. skills guidance. Lincoln Community Ability to operate standard office equipment With its grant to Troy Main Center Association Cash handling experience preferred but not required.

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S U I TCAS E N O D I JNTALANWDPLNCODEA Mary Orr. by Northwest also stars 15.) Alec Guinness - Hitting 44 45 46 PARKA I I YOOSUGARRNB 192375486 5.) Marlon Brando - Eva Marie Saint and James the box office in 1957, I NN T RUE E RA Released in 1954, On the Mason. The Bridge on the River S I Z ED I NOOOOEPROUD L 47 48 49 Waterfront won eight 11.) Dustin Hoffman - Kwai won seven Academy A SK S END R ED DLSTEAMHDROVEENGSE 586194327 Academy Awards including Released in 1967, The Awards. PAGE 12 - TROY TRIBUNE - WEEK OF WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2016 Rachel’s Challenge Program Continues Drive for Compassion, Kindness Th e Rachel’s Challenge activities that help bring the the local YMCA. Th is year’s “We were excited to hear program is back in Miami Rachel’s Challenge concepts FOR Club focus will be on this. We want to help raise County schools continuing to life. increasing positivity in the great kids,” he added. “Th ey to emphasize compassion At Piqua High School, high school. Planned activ- will be stronger students if and kindness. the Friends of Rachel Club ities include a Lunch Bunch they are motivated to help Th e program being of- (FOR) meets monthly af- off ering the opportunity for others and are compassion- fered thanks to the UVMC ter school. At the meetings, students who oft en sit alone ate.” Foundation is based on the participants look at con- in the cafeteria to engage At Covington Elemen- writings and life of 17-year- cerns and ideas involving in conversations with FOR tary School, Rachel’s Chal- old Rachel Joy Scott, who the school climate, said Club members and pro- lenge is incorporated into was among 12 students and Lindsay Muhlenkamp, who viding inspirational quotes daily routines through the one teacher fatally shot at co-advises the club with Ka- for the morning announce- Kindness Acts program. Columbine High School in cie Pace. ments once a week. Th rough the program, stu- 1999. Th e program is de- “Hot topics usually re- “Th e things we do aren’t dents are encouraged to signed to combat bullying volve around giving stu- necessarily large-scale, but share information on such and address feelings of iso- dents opportunities to make our goal is to follow Ra- pated in activities such as Miami East Junior High gestures that occur at home lation through the use of friends, promote home chel’s theory that one per- drawing around their hands School. “It is more of an or school. Incorporating kindness and compassion in school safety, and make an son going out of their way to and including a description approach to helping stu- the chain reaction theme everyday dealings. impact in our school and show compassion can start a of how they would meet Ra- dents develop compassion, encouraged by the Rachel’s Rachel’s Challenge pro- community,” Muhlenkamp chain reaction of kindness,” chel’s Challenge. kindness and really positive Challenge program, the stu- grams and activities are said. said Morgan Hammiel, a Th e district’s Chain Links characteristics versus a pre- dents note acts of kindness available for students in In previous years, FOR PHS student and FOR Club Group is made up of Middle ventive thing.” on paper links to make a elementary through high Club held fundraisers pro- member. School students in grades Over the summer, as part chain, said Principal Rick school. moting giving to groups or At Miami East schools, 6-8. Th e voluntary program of the UVMC Foundation’s Fry. In addition to formal as- organizations that benefi t a Chain Reaction Day has gives students an opportu- Rachel’s Challenge Project, “Last year, we formed semblies in which the pro- students. Th e fundraisers been held since the return nity throughout the school Foundation funding made a kindness chain of good gram is introduced, students led to two students winning to school in August. During year to participate in ser- it possible for representa- deeds that reached all the can participate in clubs with a one-year membership to that day, students partici- vice, leadership and positive tives of the Miami East and way around our high school interaction projects. Stu- Piqua schools to attend the track,” Fry said. “We are dents write notes to those Rachel’s Challenge summit hoping to double that this who serve as speakers and in Dallas. Th e theme was year.” interact with them during the incorporation of social/ For more information LETTER TO THE EDITOR the program. emotional learning in the on the Rachel’s Challenge “Miami East and Mi- education process. program, visit www.ra- Big Brothers Big Sisters let, and Madame Butterfl y. stone Homes, and Earhart ami County schools have “Speakers discussed how chelschallenge.org. For more of the Greater Miami Val- Kayla is a senior this year so Company; Silver Sponsors, benefi tted greatly by the empathy and compassion information on the UVMC ley hosted its 5th annual “A they also have plans to visit Hemm Glass, Scott Family addition of the Rachel’s need to be taught much like Foundation, visit http:// Perfect Match” wine tast- a couple of college campus- McDonalds, Miami Valley Challenge program. It is math. Th ey don’t hinder the www.uvmc.com/Founda- ing and dinner at the Troy es. Elizabeth states, “I have Steel, Hartzell Industries, much more than an an- educational experience, but tion/About-Our-Charita- Country Club on September gained so much from spend- Kentner Sellers, Minster ti-bullying program,” said enhance the learning expe- ble-Foundation/ or call 440- 29. Th is event would not be ing time with this amazing Bank, Johnson Chevrolet, Allen Mack, principal at rience,” Mack said. 7541. possible without the eff orts young lady.” Kayla shared UVMC/Premier Health, of John Ernst of Ernst Con- that she was dealing with MAC, Harmony Systems, crete and Mike Caughell of some challenges at home Millmark Construction, Bruns General Contractors. and with friends when she Milcon Concrete, Min- h GRANTS continued from Page 11 We are so grateful for their met Elizabeth and has en- co, Power Solutions, Matt WACO Historical Soci- foundation.org. Grants are donors. leadership and support. joyed their activities and DiCicco, Elements IV In- ety, Inc. awarded in spring and fall Th e Paul G. Duke Foun- Over $53,000 was raised talks. Kayla “is looking for- teriors, Brent Black Family To support STEM educa- each year. dation, a Supporting Foun- to support one-to-one men- ward to attending college to Fund, tion programs for students Organizations seeking dation of Th e Columbus toring services for nearly 75 study social work and plans RB Jergens, Repacorp, from Miami and surround- support for school-year pro- Foundation, was established youth in Miami County. Big on becoming a Big Sister one and Koverman Staley Dick- ing counties by partially cov- grams are encouraged to in 1983. It has a long history Sister Elizabeth and Little day herself.” erson Insurance; Honorary ering costs associated with six submit applications at the of philanthropic support for Sister Kayla were featured We are thankful for the Sponsor, Dungan & LeFevre robotics teams. spring deadline for support nonprofi t organizations. Paul speakers during the event. many sponsors who made Co., L.P.A. In addition to the grants of the upcoming academic Duke, Miami County busi- Th ey have been matched this a wonderful event for To learn more about Big noted above, the Trustees year; those seeking support nessman and philanthropist, since July 2014 and despite all who attended: Platinum Brothers Big Sisters of the are pleased to announce a for summer programs are evolved his local Duke Gar- busy schedules, makes time Sponsor, Brian William- Greater Miami Valley, and special grant to the College encouraged to apply in sum- den Centers into a nation- to do interesting activities, son; Host Sponsors, Bruns how you can get involved, of Wooster in recognition of mer for the following year’s al lawn and garden service, including reading a popular General Contracting and visit bbbsgmv.org or call Paul A. Hanke, a founding programming. Organizations ChemLawn. Th e proceeds young adult book and dis- Ernst Concrete; Presenting 937-220-6850. Trustee of the Duke Foun- with year-round programs from the sale of that business cussing it, going to movies, Sponsor, Horan; Gold Spon- Anne Pfeiff er, CEO dation who has remained an may apply at either deadline. enabled Mr. Duke to gener- Dayton Dragons’ baseball sors ITW Food Equipment Big Brothers Big Sisters of active and valued member Th e Duke Foundation’s ously support many commu- games, Th e Nutcracker Bal- Group/Hobart Corp., Key- the Greater Miami Valley of the Board since 1983. Mr. grantmaking is consistent nity projects and charitable Hanke plans to step down with its mission to be a cat- programs, all of which con- h from the Board of Trustees alyst to enhance the quality tinues to be done through the SCAMS continued from Page 2 on December 31. Th e grant of life in the Miami County Duke Foundation. they need to pay a few hun- outside stores or malls. Th ey out of the country. to Mr. Hanke’s alma mater area. Grants focus on pro- Patricia Duke Robinson dred dollars in advance to se- make vague, phony claims • No written information supports the Hanke Family grams benefi ting children, serves the Duke Foundation cure the loan. Th ey send the about supporting a worth- or contact information. Endowed Scholarship Fund. young adults, and families, as President Emeritus. Th e money but never receive any- while cause and collect do- • Unexpected, threatening Th e Paul G. Duke Foun- and provide both general and Duke Foundation’s Board of thing in return. nations on the spot, but they calls. dation’s Board of Trustees specifi c project support, in- Trustees includes: Linda A. • Online shopping scams. keep the money for them- Attorney General DeWine encourages nonprofi t organi- cluding seed money for inno- Daniel, President; Paul A. Con artists pose as sellers on- selves. also encouraged consumers zations in the Miami County vative programs, in the areas Hanke, Esq.; B. Mark Hess, line, taking money for items Signs of a possible scam to take steps to avoid identi- area to apply for grants. Cur- of social services, education, M.D.; William J. McGraw, they never deliver. For exam- include: ty theft during the holidays. rent information on eligibili- health, and the arts. III, Esq.; and Ronald B. Scott. ple, in the “puppy scam,” con- • Requests for payment us- Victims of identity theft may ty guidelines, spring and fall Th e Duke Foundation Th e Trustees welcome Rayce sumers fi nd an ad for a puppy ing money-transfer services, not discover the problem for application deadlines, and frequently makes challenge Robinson, great-grandson of on social media or classifi ed prepaid cards, or gift cards. months (or even years) aft er submission of applications grants for projects to encour- Paul G. Duke and grandson ad websites like Craigslist or • Receiving a check their information is stolen. to the Duke Foundation can age matching gift s or addi- of Paul G. Duke, to the Board Hoobly. Th ey pay the “seller” and being told to send a por- Consumers can help protect be found at www.paulgduke- tional funding from other as the fi rst Honorary Trustee. hundreds or thousands of tion of the money elsewhere. themselves by guarding their dollars, supposedly to cover • Pressure to act immedi- personal information, regu- shipping fees, crate costs, in- ately. larly checking their bank ac- surance payments, or veteri- • Guarantees that you’ll counts, and reviewing their nary bills, but they never re- make money. credit reports. ceive anything in return. • Having to pay to secure a Consumers who suspect a • Charity scams. Con loan, grant, or prize. scam should contact the Ohio Gallery & Design artists pretend to represent • Winning a contest you Attorney General’s Offi ce at 105 W. Main St. | Troy real charities, soliciting con- never entered. www.OhioProtects.org or 335-1849 sumers by phone, online, or • Requests to send money 800-282-0515. &/%
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