Loveland Magazine

Milford Historic Homes Tour

The Greater Milford Area Historical Society has announced the following locations will be included in their Historic Homes Tour on October 18:
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    •    Ken & Jill Waeber's home at 431 Garfield Avenue;
    •    Dan & Lisa Klus' home & carriage house at 429 Mill St.
    •    Promont House Museum, 906 Main Street
    •    Scot & Theresa Conover's historic barn facing Route 131
    •    Dale & Nancy Roe's historic Gatch Farm (now the home of DER Development) on Route 50
    •    Newly renovated Arrowhead Farm, Cathy Gatch, caretaker at 780 Garfield Avenue.

Five nineteenth century homes and one hip-roofed barn are included.
The self-guided tour hours are 1 to 5 PM.  Tickets are $20 and are available at Promont House and Row House Gallery. Tickets will also be available at home sites on the day of the tour.

Call (513) 248-0324 for further information and tickets.

Rita Heikenfeld will be in Granny's Gardens Sunday Afternoon, 1-5 PM

LOVELAND, OHIO - Rita Heikenfeld will be in the herb garden of Granny's Garden at the Loveland Elementary School during an Open House this Sunday afternoon, 1-5 PM on September 27. Roberta Paolo said, "You will not find a person more knowledgeable about herbs than Rita."  Paolo believes that Heikenfeld's practical and down to earth approach to cooking with herbs makes it easy for even beginners to understand. "Come to see and taste what she'll be whipping up using fresh herbs and produce from our gardens."

Rita Nader Heikenfeld, CCP, CMH, is an award-winning syndicated journalist, accredited family herbalist, author, cooking teacher, media personality and the founding editor of www.Abouteating.com. She writes a syndicated weekly column that reaches almost a quarter of a million people each week in Cincinnati, Ohio and Northern Kentucky.Heikenfeld is Macy's Regional Culinary Professional and is listed in Who's Who in American Women, Who's Who in the Midwest and Who's Who in American Education for her culinary and community achievements. She is an adjunct professor at The University of Cincinnati.

In addition to meeting Heikenfeld, you are welcome to pick a bouquet of flowers, taste some grilled veggies cooked by chefs from the Midwest Culinary Institute and watch guest photographers and artists as they record the beauty of the gardens.

Respond via email and let Paolo know you are coming.
 

Pvt. Bryson S. Hall Graduates

Army Reserve Pvt. Bryson S. Hall has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga.

During the nine weeks of training, Hall received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions.  Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.

Hall is a 2009 graduate of Milford High School, Ohio.

“Backyard Brawl” Turns Into Backyard Beatdown

by Chris Shoals

Adam Engel. Those are the two words that best describe the Loveland Tigers win on Friday night over the Kings Knights 41-14.

The Tigers played great defense all night holding Kings to just 14 points, and also had four tackles for losses, that led Loveland to their second consecutive win - and largest margin of victory in 3 years. The Tigers defense was led by seniors Brandon Burks, and Andrew Newbold who both ended the game with 6 tackles. The Tigers defense had a season high 12 different players record a defensive stat. Brandon Burks, Isaac Spence, Jake Cornett, and Kyle Seig all recorded tackles for a loss. Zach Elias, and Adam Engel combined for two interceptions for the Tigers as well. Loveland head coach Andrew Marlatt said “We played very good defense at times but are still struggling with getting off blocks consistently and maintaining leverage and gap responsibility - especially along the interior of our defensive line. The secondary played very well in terms of run support and against the pass.”

Now, back to that “Adam Engel” guy.  All he did was rush for 133 yards on only 10 carries. Engel had three touchdown rushes from 2, 26, and 65 yards. But Engel was not done, as he had a “pick-six” at the 10:57 mark of the third quarter putting the game out of reach for the Knights. Now, back to that 26 yard run. Engel was completely engulfed by Knights after he ran to the sideline, and somehow escaped the pressure, and reversed fields to open space. With the help of blockers, Engel amazingly ran all the way into the end zone. On the stat sheet, it may have said 26 yards; but it was near 70 or 80 yards when you put into account all the scrambling he did.

The offensive line was brilliant all night for the Tigers as they allowed no sacks. The offensive line helped lead the Tigers to 373 yards of offense. All of the offensive yards came from rushing attempts, as Loveland only threw the ball once; an incompletion. Marlatt agreed saying “We knew that the one area we were better than Kings this year was along the offensive line. Our overall size, strength and experience on the offensive line was what would give us an opportunity to beat Kings for a second straight year. The War Pigs did not let us down.”

Sophomore running back Kylee Knabe was also clutch for the Tigers with two touchdowns. Knabe ran the ball eight times for 87 yards, including a 50-yarder. Knabe was complimented nicely by senior Isaac Spence who ran the ball a team high 13 times for 82 tough yards.

Loveland was 5 for 8 on third down conversions, and 1 for 2 on fourth down, leading

to a victory in the time of possession battle 24:25 to 23:35. The Special Teams unit was solid as well. “Special Teams were outstanding especially kick-off coverage,” said Marlatt. He complimented the play of Joel Mary, Mac Conners, Sander DiAngelis and Matt Eltringham. “They all deserve recognition for their play this week.” The coach said that the team has emphasized the importance of special teams, and many back-up players take great pride in being special teams role players. Marlatt  said, “Coach Keith Rucker does an outstanding job with our special teams unit.”

“The Kings game is a huge rivalry and I am so happy that the Kings head Coach Andy Olds was able to return to coaching after his heart surgery for this important game,” said Marlatt. “I want to thank the Tiger fans that have supported us especially after the rough start to the 2009 season. We are now 2-2 and face a tough Wilmington Hurricane team this week. Wilmington High School has great athletes and are a scoring machine. We will have our work cut out.”

Wilmington is 3-1, with wins over Miami Trace (20-0), Chillicothe (42-20), and Edgewood (19-4). They lost their season opener 20-13 to West Carrolliton. Running back Quinten Rollins has totaled 361 yards in four games. Quarterback, Brandon Arehart has totaled 608 yards and completed 35 of 80 passes.

Loveland will next take on their last non-divisional team in Wilmington on September 25 at 7:30 PM. That will be the final game of this three-game road trip. The Tigers will then return home and start conference play with Glen Este for homecoming.

The Wilmington game is at Williams Stadium at Wilmington College. Map.

 

Dr. Carol Stephenson to Discuss Federal Job Opportunities

MIAMI TOWNSHIP, OHIO - The next meeting of The Career Transitioning Ministry (CTM) is Oct. 6th, at Epiphany UMC, with guest speaker Dr. Carol Stephenson, discussing Federal job opportunities and how to apply for them.

CTM offers practical, personal and spiritual support for individuals who have lost their jobs or are concerned about losing their jobs. It is open to the public, free of charge and requires no pre-registration to attend. This ministry is being offered through Epiphany United Methodist Church and River Hills Christian Church in Miami Township.

Meetings are held on Tuesdays from 7-8:30 PM.

Embers Rising Author at Symmes Township Library

SYMMES TOWNSHIP, OHIO - Arthur Katz, author of From the Embers Rising, will detail his experiences through a reading and book signing.  From the Embers Rising is about a Jewish American GI and a German Protestant girl who meet during WWII and fall in love.

Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM
Symmes Township Branch Library | 11850 Enyart Road, 369-6001

Excitement Builds for Seventh Annual Junktique Sale

LOVELAND, OHIO - The seventh annual Junktique Sale, benefitting Children's Meeting House Montessori School, will be held on October 2nd and 3rd from 8 AM to 3 PM. The Fraternal Order of Eagles will host the sale for the sixth consecutive year in their newly renovated building at 127 Karl Brown Way in downtown Loveland.  "Our Montessori school held our first sale at the Eagles in 2004 and it was tremendously successful.  So successful, in fact, that we've held it there every year since then," said Kim Titus, parent volunteer and sale organizer.

The sale appeals to both collectors and budget conscious families and features items such as antiques, collectibles, electronics, small appliances, household items, toys, tools, books, baby and seasonal items.  "In this tough economic period, this sale is a great way for families to stretch their dollar and support a great cause", said Lesley Hodge, sale volunteer.  In addition to raising funds for the Montessori School, remaining items from the sale are donated to the Loveland Goodwill Store and Granny's Garden. 

The sale is Friday October 2 and Saturday October 3 from 8 AM to 3 PM at 127 Karl Brown Way.

State News

State may stub out anti-smoking funds

Ohio is poised to reduce its spending on anti-tobacco programs from $40 million a year early this decade to nothing by the beginning of the next decade, anti-tobacco activists said yesterday while calling for cigarette taxes to be applied to other tobacco products. Read on...

Redistricting amendment passes, goes to House

A proposed constitutional amendment that could have a major impact both on future control of the Ohio legislature and the state's congressional influence passed a divided state Senate yesterday. Read on...

Friends of Ted hurt by his cuts

Deep cuts in the state budget that eviscerated programs serving Ohio's most needy citizens also could extract a price for the politician most identified with them: Gov. Ted Strickland.

Some of the Democratic governor's staunchest supporters, particularly leaders of social-service agencies, said their view of Strickland has been altered by the two-year, $50.5 billion budget he signed into law July 17. They concede that their enthusiasm for his re-election has waned.

Jim Mauro, executive director of the Ohio chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, said the families and caregivers his organization represents are "feeling abandoned" and "astounded by the cuts" to mental-health programs that Strickland and lawmakers made while cutting $2.4 billion to help close a $3.2 billion hole in the budget. Read on...

Proposed Sales Tax Holiday

State Rep. Kevin Bacon wants to get rid of the state sales tax for six days a year.

The proposed sales tax holidays would cover clothing, school supplies, sporting goods, computers and software on the first Friday, Saturday and Sunday in August and December. Read on...

Indian-origin scientist, have developed a mathematical model of chronic wound healing

Researchers at Ohio State University, led by an Indian-origin scientist, have developed a mathematical model of chronic wound healing that could do away with guesswork and clearly suggest treatment strategies towards tackling a major public-health problem.

The researchers are the first to publish a mathematical model of an ischemic wound - a chronic wound that heals slowly or is in danger of never healing because it is fed by an inadequate blood supply.

Ischemic wounds are a common complication of diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and other conditions that can be characterized by poor vascular health. Read on...

Forecast: low rate for winter heating

Shopping around Consumers who want to consider their options for natural-gas service are offered an "apples-to-apples" comparison opportunity on the Public Utility Commission of Ohio's Web site: http://www.puco.ohio.gov /puco/applestoapples/index.cfm When the snow and cold arrive this winter, there will be no need to panic. Heating costs are on track to be the lowest in years.  Read on...

Bill to expand DNA testing

After hearing compelling testimony yesterday from a North Carolina woman and the man she wrongfully accused of rape, House Democrats pledged to move a bill that would expand DNA testing and attempt to improve criminal investigations.

Rep. Tyrone K. Yates, a Cincinnati Democrat and chairman of the House Criminal Justice Committee, dismissed concerns that the House might try to approve its own version of the bill instead of Senate Bill 77, which overwhelmingly passed the Senate in June. Read on...

Granny's Spring Bulb Sale begins today!

We are just heading into fall but it's time to prepare for next spring's beautiful bouquets.  Nothing heralds the arrival of spring like daffodils and tulips.  If you are blessed with a herd of deer treating your yard like their own private salad bowl, you may want to stick with daffodils.  Read on...

John Rozzi is Formally Promoted to Position of President

In a year of tragedy and change the Rozzi's Famous Fireworks business makes a leadership change at the top. John Rozzi the new President welcomes the opportunity for the Rozzi family management team to create a new era of innovation, creativity and pyrotechnic skills.

LOVELAND, OHIO - Rozzi, Inc. and Rozzi Famous Fireworks announced on Monday September 21, 2009 that John Rozzi, has succeeded his brother Art, as President of the Rozzi family companies, Rozzi Inc. and Rozzi's Famous Firework. John is a representative of the fourth generation of Rozzi's based in Loveland Ohio.

In April, John became President of Rozzi's Famous Fireworks and took over the day to day business management of that company as well as Rozzi, Inc.

John who is currently shooting at an International Pyrotechnic Show in Barcelona in Spain, commented "With the tragic death of our mother only two months ago, this year has been a year of mixed emotions for all of us within the Rozzi family. I welcome the new responsibility heading up the family company which is what our mother had envisioned prior to her death. The company is very motivated and positive about the future. We believe we are starting a new and exciting era for the Rozzi family, the Rozzi companies and our many loyal customers.

"Despite the tough business environment, Rozzi's business has progressed well this year performing more shows than ever before. Response to the new show direction and choreography has been very positive as confirmed by the feedback on Riverfest early this month, which was hailed by WEBN for "the phenomenal response" the 2009 show received".

With reference to Art Rozzi's announcement earlier today that he will be setting up his own company, John Rozzi stated, "It is not a secret that Art was unhappy with the family decision made in April to change leadership in the companies.  The rest of the family had hoped everyone could work together and that Art could remain involved in the family companies. Obviously, Art's announcement comes as a complete surprise and we wish him well as he takes on new challenges.

John added "The Rozzi family has been making fireworks and designing shows since 1895 and we will continue to entertain with innovative, cutting edge shows for many years to come".

Ryan Widmer's Case Explored on NBC's Dateline

The video of last Friday's airing of "The Mystery in the Bedroom" will not be available on-line for viewing, but you can read the transcript of the broadcast by clicking here.

NBC's Dateline explored the case of Ryan Widmer the Warren County man accused of the drowning death of his wife, Sarah. Widmer was convicted and was sent to prison, but his case was returned to court for a new trial when an appeals court found that jurors had improperly conducted home experiments.

Mark Lynch Named New Loveland Lacrosse Head Coach

LOVELAND, OHIO. – The Loveland Boys Varsity Lacrosse has announced that Mark Lynch will be their new  Head Coach, replacing outgoing coach Mike Werner.  Lynch has been the top assistant lacrosse coach at Mason High School the past two seasons, and was honored in 2009 as the Southern Ohio Assistant Lacrosse Coach of the Year.  Lynch began coaching in 2004 after ending his playing career at Div III Lynchburg College in Lynchburg, VA, serving in an assistant role at Turpin, Summit and Moeller.  Following college, he completed a combat tour in Afghanistan (Operation Enduring Freedom) as a paratrooper with the US Army 82nd Airborne.   As both a player and coach, Lynch has experience leading teams in postseason contention and will look to do the same with Loveland as they try to get back to the state championship for the first time since 2008.

"I am very grateful to Loveland High School for giving me the opportunity to coach.  Coach Werner has done a great job of building the program and I hope to keep that momentum going.  I am very excited for the future of Loveland lacrosse."

Lynch fills the vacancy created by Mike Werner, who is stepping back from full-time coaching duties at the high school level due to increased work and family demands.  Werner compiled a record of 47-26 (.644) during 4 seasons at the helm, including a Division II State Championship appearance (’08), two Regional Championship appearances (‘07, ‘08), and a Southern Ohio Region Division I Final Four appearance in 2009, the program’s first year in Division I.  Since 2005, Werner has been the driving force in elevating the boy’s lacrosse program at Loveland High from club-level competition (2003-2007) to a Division II power (2008 State Finals) to a first-round upset playoff win in their first season in Division I.   During his tenure as coach, Werner placed 2 players on the All-Ohio team, and 11 players on the All-Southwest Ohio team.

“Mark has built an excellent coaching reputation in Southern Ohio lacrosse, and we feel very fortunate to bring him into our program,” Werner said.  “We had a very short list of guys we considered turning the boys program over to, and Mark was at the top of the list - he’s the right guy at the right time.  Werner believes the school and community are going to be pleased with the attitude and expectations for success Lynch brings to the program. “We’re very excited about him leading this talented group of boys and our future varsity players”.

Lynch acknowledged it was a difficult decision it was to leave the success he helped build at Mason, saying it would only happen for the opportunity to become the head coach at a program he felt strongly about.

“Mason is a great place to coach.  Head Coach Randy Hubbard is a great guy to work with and was very supportive of me considering a move into head coaching.  Mason’s a great program with great parents, and I’m going to miss coaching those kids.  With that said, Loveland is an ideal situation for me. The school is very supportive of how successful the lacrosse program has been, the facilities are great and the current crop of varsity players is strong.  Loveland also has a strong youth and middle school program which feeds directly into the high school so the kids coming in are well versed in what it takes to play and win at Loveland.”

A native of Cincinnati, Lynch had a successful playing career at Moeller High (1st Team All-Midwest Team, Honorable Mention All-State, Vail All-Stars) anchoring the defense as starting goalie for the Crusaders as they battled regional powerhouse Brother Rice for the Midwest Championship in 1995.

Lynch also announced the addition of former Moeller assistant coach Joe Fedders (Moeller HS/Lynchburg College) to his staff.    Lynch and his coaches will take over a team that went 27-13 over the past two seasons and has big expectations for his players.  “Winning state championships is what it’s about. From top to bottom, Loveland has put all the pieces in place to start establishing itself as a power in Ohio lacrosse, and that all starts when we focus on bringing home a state title.”

Wesley Kyles Warming-up Before Kings Game

Goshen Band Ready to Take on the Big Apple!

They've worked the concession stand at baseball games, they've bagged groceries at Bigg's, and now they're hosting chili dinners in cooperation with Skyline and Gold Star Chili. The members of the Goshen High School Marching Warriors have been working hard all summer to raise funds in order to support the bands first out of state trip in over a decade.  Read on...

Goshen Township Selects New Fire Chief

The Goshen Township Trustees have announced that Stephen N. Pegram has been named the new full time Fire Chief of Goshen Township. Read on...

St. Columban Celebrates its Sesquicentennial Anniversary

By Ruthy Trusler

"There's something special about anniversaries that make us nostalgic about the past... and enthused about what's ahead. That's the case with us today (August 29, 2009) as we gather on this momentous day to remember and give thanks," said Fr. Larry Tensi, Pastor, St. Columban Parish.

The celebration began with mass celebrated by Archbishop Dennis Schnurr, Fr. Larry Tensi, and other current and former priests and deacons assisting. At the end of mass, Loveland Mayor Rob Weisgerber presented a proclamation from the city. U.S. Rep. Jean Schmidt recognized the 150th anniversary of St. Columban in a speech she made during the congressional session earlier in 2009. She presented the school with the flag she had flown over the Capitol. State Rep. Joe Uecker also presented a proclamation  recognizing St. Columban during the 150 years in Loveland.

Afterward, everyone was invited to a chicken dinner and entertainment. The Greenhills American Legion Post 530 Band played music. The McGing's provided Celtic dancers. Folks began to congregate outdoors and sit on the lawn to enjoy the music. The fellowship was wonderful!

Want to know more about St. Columban?  Please visit us at:  www.stcolumban.org.