Loveland Magazine

1,850 acres of the Wayne National Forest

As many as 1,850 acres of the Wayne National Forest in southeastern Ohio could be set on fire this month by the U.S. Forest Service. The announcement by federal officials that they could start controlled fires as early as Sunday has reignited an old dispute with environmentalists.

Groups such as the Buckeye Forest Council say these fires do more harm than good.  Read story from Columbus Dispatch...

Prescribed Burn Position Statementof Buckeye Forest Council

Loveland Middle School's Oliver!

 by Ricky Mulvey

LOVELAND, OHIO - Those who were lucky enough to snag tickets to the sold out shows of “Oliver!” had or are in for a riotous time in the Loveland Middle School Drama production. It starred Peter Hoffman as Oliver, and was directed by Ginger Kronke and Shawn Miller.

Your night starts with you entering a 19th century English town and then your sent off into the packed theater. The classic story is beautifully told with singing and dancing. The night featured hits such as “Food, Glorious Food,” “Oliver,”   and “You’ve Got to Pick a Pocket or Two.”

I compliment the performance on their pinpoint choreography, the realistic set, and most of all, the quick pace. There was truly no dull moment in the production. It’s also necessary to give regards to the acting and singing. Both of which captured the dark and comedic essence of the story.

Every scene featured at least one musical number which was a favorite among audience members. The musical had over an astounding 90 members in the cast and crew, which is the amount in the actual Broadway production. Other cast and crew included Brian Conner, Thomas Worsham, Nico Mastrucci, and Austin Lutz to name a few of the army of actors.  

The show runs to November 7th.

Daniel J. Adams Joins U. S. Army

Daniel J. Adams, a 2004 graduate of Loveland High School has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program.  The program gives Adams the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year.

The enlistment gives Adams the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education.  After completion of basic military training, he will receive advanced individual training in his career job specialty prior to being assigned to his first permanent duty station. Adams qualifies for a $15,000.00 enlistment bonus.

Adams graduated in 2004 from Loveland High School, Ohio, and received an associate degree in 2008 from Cincinnati State Technical College, Ohio. He will report to Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C., for basic training in January 2010.

He is the son of Neil and Gwyn Adams of Debra Lane, Loveland.

Veterans Day parade in Batavia

On this segment of Clermont County Today, host Kathryn Lehr talks with Dan Bare (Veterans' Services) about the upcoming Veterans Day parade in Batavia; Rex Parsons (Batavia Twp.) talks about the new Veterans Memorial Plaza to be dedicated on Veterans Day.

US 50/SR 131 and Milford Parkway/Chamber Drive Improvements Project

Public Meeting Set for November 18

MIAMI TOWNSHIP, OHIO - The Clermont County Transportation Improvement District (CCTID), in cooperation with the City of Milford, the Clermont County Engineer’s Office, the Ohio Department of Transportation, and Miami Township, will host an open house meeting to obtain public input for the US 50/SR 131 and Milford Parkway/Chamber Drive Improvements Project.  The open house will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Milford Community Fire Fighters Hall, located at 1005 Lila Avenue in Milford; the hall is located on the east end of the Milford Shopping Center.

Jelly Belly Issues Allergy Alert

Jelly Belly Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in 7.5oz cylinder-style packages of 49 Flavors Jelly Belly jelly beans

Hamilton County H1N1 Flu Clinic Dates Set

by David Miller

HAMILTON COUNTY, OHIO – Hamilton County Public Health is coordinating appointment-only H1N1 vaccination clinics for residents at highest risk for serious complications from flu. Individuals should pre-register to receive the vaccine by visiting the following Web site https://h1n1vaccine.odh.ohio.gov.

According to Megan Hummel with the Hamilton County Public Health Service, the vaccine is arriving in limited quantities and they are targeting this early vaccine to high-risk individuals as identified by the Center for Disease Control. Appointment-only vaccination clinics will be conducted in an effort to reach additional populations that are not already being served by school-based vaccination clinics. "Thus far we have vaccinated over 14,000 school children and eligible staff, over 100 pregnant women and assured vaccine for 1,600 EMS workers."

“We are working our way across the county as fast as possible,” Tim Ingram, Health Commissioner said. “The speed in which we move is largely based on the quantities of vaccine we receive.”

Appointment-only clinics will serve those most at risk for hospitalization from flu:

• Pregnant women
• People who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age
• Children 6 months through 4 years of age
• Children 5 through 18 years of age who have a chronic medical condition

The pre-registration process enables Hamilton County Public Health to coordinate vaccine supply with the number of individuals registered," said Hummel. "This will prevent long wait lines and assure an adequate supply for those attending the clinic."

Individuals must be pre-registered and scheduled to attend. Pre-registered individuals will be notified of the upcoming clinic. Documentation that individuals are in the priority group must be provided:

This may include: prescription, medicine bottle, appointment card, birth certificate, hospital discharge summary or another form of proof.

The following clinics will be held next week. Individuals must be pre-registered and have an appointment to attend.

Tuesday, November 10:

Only for adults/parents who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age.

•  Time: 3 - 7 pm
•  Requirement:  Pre-registration, Appointment and Proof.
•   [To receive a time slot e-mail: H1N1Appointment@hamilton-co.org]
•  Location: Job & Family Services Building - 184 E. McMillan Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Wednesday, November 11:

Only for children ages 5 -18 who have a chronic medical condition.

• Time: 2 - 6 pm
• Requirement: Pre-registration, Appointment and Proof.
•  [To receive a time slot e-mail: H1N1Appointment@hamilton-co.org]
• Location: Job & Family Services Building - 184 E. McMillan Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

 “We cannot predict when we will hold upcoming clinics since vaccine shipments and the quantity of vaccine in those shipments are uncertain,” Ingram said. “Due to limited supply vaccine available at this time, this is the best process for us to distribute vaccine to residents that are most vulnerable.”

Currently, FluMist vaccine is more readily available locally and those that are eligible to receive it are encouraged to choose this version. Hummel said, "There is a misconception that FluMist can spread flu, which is false, and it is concerning that people will be unprotected because of incorrect information. Both types of vaccine are used yearly to prevent seasonal flu and are very safe."

Memorial Service for Capt. David "Seth" Mitchell

by David Miller

LOVELAND, OHIO - Several hundred attended a memorial service Thursday evening for Captain David "Seth" Mitchell at the Loveland, Ohio Veterans' Memorial.

Mitchell was the President of his graduating class in 1997 at Loveland High School, and although the family moved away from Loveland , his parents said that he still considered Loveland as his home.

Linda and Kevin Taylor knew the Marine who died last week in Afghanistan personally. Linda as a mom, because Seth was friends with her own sons who played football with him. She said that Seth was like one of her own sons.

The audio clip below is from an interview Linda Taylor gave Loveland Magazine before the service began: Linda Taylor

This audio clip is the Eulogy about Mitchell given by Mitchell's former football coach, Kevin Taylor:  Kevin Taylor Eulogy

Nick Jackson was a classmate and team mate of Mitchell's. He gave the closing prayer at the service:  Nick Jackson Prayer

 

European deer species spotted in Warren County

Hunters along the border of Warren and Clinton counties have sighted several fallow deer in recent weeks, according to biologists with Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife.

Fallow deer are native to Europe but are commonly raised for meat and preserve hunting in the United States.  Read on...

Little Miami Levy

The Little Miami School District issued this statement regarding the defeat at the polls yesterday of their levy request:

This is a very critical time for Little Miami Schools. State involvement in the district's finances will become reality due to failure of the operating levy. The state has indicated the district will promptly be placed in "fiscal caution." Treasurer Shaun Bevan began these discussions Wednesday morning. While under "fiscal caution," the Ohio Department of Education will begin monitoring reports of the district's finances each month. Without passage of a levy, the district faces "fiscal emergency" as soon as summer 2010. The state, rather than the local district, would be responsible for developing a recovery plan which would include numerous cuts. Under fiscal emergency, the district can make recommendations, but the state will get to decide how to move forward. Although cuts are difficult to make during a school year, Little Miami will close its buildings to community use later this month. Our administrative team and Board of Education will also evaluate any other cost reductions that can be made. No decision has been made at this time to return to the ballot. We believe the outcome of this election emphasizes the need for a school funding reform in the state of Ohio. Districts are forced to continually return to their local communities, asking for support of tax issues. The result is division.

Passage of the operating levy would have provided relief for our students and staff, and there will be many uncertainties as we move forward. However, our staff has the dedication, determination and passion to provide outstanding opportunities for our students in spite of these dire times.

Tigers Ring Victory Bell All Night Long

by Chris Shoals

MILFORD, OHIO - Although Marine Capt. David Seth Mitchell may not have been there in person to watch the game, he was on the sidelines for Loveland, and heard the victory bell ringing from miles away where he now rests comfortably. Mitchell, who was killed in action last week in Afghanistan, was a former Loveland football Tiger. Although the game was played in Milford, their Athletic Department, lead by Director Mark Trout made Tiger fans, coaches, players, and former classmates, many mourning the loss of a personal hero, feel at home. Included was, a tribute to Mitchell on the video scoreboard, the lowering of the American flag to half staff, a moment of silence, and a balloon release by Mitchell's former classmates. All of this activity, for the visiting Loveland team and fans, took place along with having their own Senior Night activities to coordinate.

Kevin Taylor, Loveland Assistant Athletic Director and former football coach of Mitchell's, gave an inspiring locker room speech to the Loveland team before they took the field. The Milford/Miami Township Victory Bell was on the Loveland sidelines draped in a jersey bearing Mitchell's #30. The Miami Township fire department positioned a ladder truck with service banners and the American flag hoisted high into the October sky.

Loveland came out with guns blazing all night long, with intense passion, emotion, and heart, and clawed out a 28-12 victory in the annual Miami Township Crosstown Showdown.

Loveland started off with a bang as Adam Engel and company took the opening drive right down the field, and put 7 points on the board early, courtesy an Isaac Spence 4 yard touchdown run and a Matt Eltringham extra point. The touchdown set the tone all night, as the Tigers pounded the rock right up the Eagles throat for 264 yards on the ground.

Later in the quarter, the Eagles defense blinked, and missed Adam Engel running right pass them up the gut for a 22 yard touchdown run, and a 14-0 lead.

Milford scored first in the second quarter with a touchdown pass from Frank Sullivan to Shawn Taylor. The extra point was blocked by the speedster Adam Engel, and Loveland kept the lead to 8; 14-6.

But, just four minutes later, Isaac Spence found the land of six from 2 yards out with his second score on the night making the score 21-6 at the half after the Matt Eltringham extra point.

Loveland took all that momentum into halftime, and headed to the locker room up 15.

In the third quarter, Milford was the only one to see points added, and that came with a Nathan Termuhlen 69 yard pass from Frank Sullivan. Milford decided to go for 2, but the pass failed, and the score was 21-12.

Loveland scored the last touchdown of their season in the fourth quarter; and it was fittingly a 6 yard touchdown run from Adam Engel. The score was 28-12, and that was your final from a wet and wild Milford High School.

You could tell all night, beginning to end, that Loveland was the much better team. They ran the ball excellent, did not commit stupid personal foul penalties like Milford, and  totally outplayed Milford in the trenches.

Loveland got to keep the Milford/Miami Township Victory Bell for another year, and Loveland resident and TV 12 sportscaster Tara Pachmayer, presented the Tigers the Skyline Game of the Week trophy.

Milford needs to challenge themselves in the non-conference a lot more if they want to be able to show what kind of a program they are. You are not going to get much respect  when you go to the bakery, and load up on some cupcakes such as Amelia, Woodward, and Hughes. That is just not acceptable from a division one team.

It was a successful season for Loveland, as the Tigers finished the year 5-5, and 2-3 in conference. Andrew Marlatt has this program headed in the right direction. He is focused on getting his players in the weight room in the off season, and is dedicated to his group of guys. The Tigers are going to be a force to be reckoned with in the next couple of years.

 

Nov. 3, 2009 Election Resuts For Loveland, Ohio Area

100% of Local  Precincts Counted

LOVELAND CITY COUNCIL

Four citizens were competing only for bragging right of being the top vote getter in the Loveland City Council race, applying to run for four open seats for the 4-year term.

All three counties included in these results.

• 1,653 – Dave Bednar
• 2,366 – Linda Cox
• 1,857 – Robert H. Weisgerber
• 1,471 – Brent Zuch

Current Member Joe Schickel did not file for re-election

LOVELAND BOARD OF EDUCATION

Three to be elected to a 4-year term.

All three counties included in these results.

• 4,863 – Katie Bontrager
• 2,752 – Michael J. Lubes
• 5,145 – Christine M. Olsen
• 5,018 – Linda Pennington

Current Member Dr. Judy McClanahan did not file for re-election

SYMMES TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES

Two to be elected to a 4-year term.

• 2,512 – Ken Bryant
  
• 2,189 – Jodie L. Leis
• 2,101 – Kathryn Wagner

GOSHEN BOARD OF EDUCATION

Three seats were for election for 4-year terms.

All Counties included in these results.

• 1,797 – John Gray
• 1,831 – Tom Bixler
• 1,513 – John Benthien
• 2,371 – Sue Steele

GOSHEN TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE

Six ran for two, 4-year terms.

• 1,380 – T. J. Corcoran
• 1,951 – Bob Hausermann
• 1,600 – Ray Autenrieb
• 1,272 – Thomas Risk
•    625 – Charles Stokes

Incumbent Mike Keeley did not running for re-election.

MIAMI TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE

Two open seats for 4-year terms.

• 4,817 – Karl B. Schultz
• 6,854 – Mary Wolff
• 3,410 – Mark Keitel
• 3,009 – Michael Collins

MILFORD CITY COUNCIL

Three 4-year terms to be elected.

All Counties included in results.

•    841 – Laurie Walter
• 1,219 – Amy L. Brewer
• 1,008 – Mark Rohrig
•    775 – Carmella Fugate

Sam Pschesang and Kim McBeath did not seek re-election, and Mayor David Hunter submitted his resignation.

MILFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION

Three, 4-year terms

All Counties included in these results.

• 5,597 – Andrea R. Brady
• 4,428 – Don Hartley
• 5,002 – Deborah Widder Marques
• 4,866 – Robert D. Hewlett
• 5,151 – David E. Yockey

LITTLE MIAMI BOARD OF EDUCATION

Two open seats, for 4-year terms.

All counties included in these results.

• 4,734 – Stephanie Black
• 4,809 – Bobbie Grice
• 4,685 – Herb Mayer

Incumbent John Stern did not run for re-election.

MORROW VILLAGE COUNCIL

4 OPEN SEATS

• 190 – Rebecca Issacs-Niemesh
• 106 – Gary I. Kelsey
• 164 – Michael McKeehan
• 220 – Bruce C. Miller
•  75 – Perry Schneiders
• 176 –J udy Warman-Neal
• 108 – Paul Zorn

MAINVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL No contest here, except for bragging rights. Four seats – 4-year terms.

• 137 – Tony Dickman
• 141 – Douglas L. Drook
• 151 – Linda J. Humphries,
• 142 – Larry Jebsen

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE

Two to be elected to a 4-year term.

• 1,926 – ClydeBaston
• 3,835 – Becky Ehling
•    715 – David Lipson
• 1,363 – Terry Tranter
• 3,800 – Kurt Weber

Incumbent MIchael Munoz did not run for re-election.

DEERFEILD TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE

Two, 4-year seats open.

• 3,898 – Daniel J. Corey
• 2,453 – Tim Hershner
• 4,261 – Chris Romano
• 2,554 – Lee Speidel

STATE ISSUES (94% of Ohio Precincts Counted)

• Proposed Constitutional Amendment - Compensation to Veterans of the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan and Iraq Conflicts  YES – 2,099,291    NO – 816,161
• Proposed Constitutional Amendment - Create Livestock Care Standards Board  YES – 1,870,384    NO – 1,059,077
• Proposed Constitutional Amendment - Casino Gambling.  YES – 1,579,945    NO – 1,406,900

HAMILTON COUNTY ISSUES

• Issue 4 Tax Levy - Add - .34ml - 5yr - Family Services & Treatment Programs   YES – 120,066   NO – 112,075
• Issue 5 Tax Levy - Ren & Inc - 4.13ml - 5yr - Developmental Disabilities  YES – 159,292   NO – 76,732
• Issue 6 Tax Levy - Ren & Dec - .18ml - 5yr - Museum Center  YES – 157,358    NO – 77,288
• Issue 7 Tax Levy - Add - 1ml - 5yr - COE & Capital Improvements Public Library  YES – 172,880    NO – 64,784

SYMMES TOWNSHIP ISSUES

• Tax Levy- If passed, this l.0 mill levy will replace the expiring 1.2 mill park levy beginning in 2010.  YES – 3,169     NO – 1,396
• Proposed Electric Aggregation*  YES – 2,726     NO – 1,502
• Proposed Natural Gas Aggregation*  YES – 2,743     NO – 1,485

*Gas & Electric Aggregation Levies - These levies, if passed and implemented, will give the Trustees buying power to negotiate lower rates for the residents' natural gas and electric costs. (For more information, please log onto www.naturalgas-electric.com/aggregation.asp.)

LITTLE MIAMI SCHOOL LEVY  YES – 5,558    NO – 6,103

The Little Miami school board placed a 7.95-mill incremental property tax for 5 years on the November 2009 ballot. The incremental levy request would ask for a smaller-than-needed amount from voters the first year with additional amounts of millage added in later years of the levy request. 

MAINVILLE ISSUE  YES – 148    NO – 159

Maineville officials placed a ballot issue on the November 2009 General Election seeking voter approval to pursue an opt-out natural gas aggregation program.

CLERK OF CLERMONT CTY MUNICIPAL COURT

• 15,955 – Gregg Conrad
• 25,540 – Tim Rudd

MILFORD FIRE PROTECTION LEVY  YES – 1,764    NO – 264

MILFORD H: WalMART SUNDAY SALES  YES – 329    NO – 148

SALEM TOWNSHIP LIBRARY  YES – 6,382    NO – 5942

GOSHEN H - PAIR OF DICE SUNDAY SALES  YES – 116    NO – 98

Loveland High School Arts & Crafts Expo This Saturday

Loveland High School

Saturday, November 7, 2009

10 AM - 4 PM

FREE ADMISSION

LOVELAND, OHIO - 2009 will mark the 26th year for the Loveland High School Arts & Crafts Expo. It is a juried handcrafted fine art and fine craft show. Get a jump start on your holiday shopping. Over 200 Exhibitors will fill the school cafeteria, main hallway and both gymnasiums.

Artists/Crafters include:  jewelry, baby items, woodcrafts, candles, dips and seasonings, hats, pottery, purses, floral, ceramics, photography, raffle and more!

Babysitting Services offered by the Girl Scouts. You can buy lunch at the show.

The Loveland Athletic Boosters sponsor the show and proceeds go to help the athletic/academic team programs/scholarships.

Web: www.lovelandathleticboosters.com/craftfair.htm     Map

Annual Thanksgiving Dinner at Loveland United Methodist Church

Saturday, November 7

      4 – 7:00 PM

LOVELAND, OHIO - Pat Blankenship said, "Come join us for a delicious, traditional Thanksgiving Dinner, hear our Praise Band perform and check out all the goodies at the United Methodist Women’s Bake Sale. Oh, and don’t forget to stop in and browse the many items available to bid on in the Silent Auction. You may go home a winner."

The annual Thanksgiving Dinner at the Loveland United Methodist Church consisting of: turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, applesauce or coleslaw, cranberry sauce, dessert and beverage.

Prices are: $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, $3.50 for children ages 4-11 and free for children 3 & under. Carry out is also available.

The church Praise Band will be performing in the sanctuary from 6 – 6:30 PM.  "Stop by for a time of praise and worship either before or after your meal," said Blankenship. "We will also have themed gift baskets, coupons for goods and services, special hand-crafted items, and more in our silent auction."

In addition, the United Methodist Women are selling homemade candies and baked goods.

Loveland United Methodist Church is at 10975 S. Lebanon Rd. The phone number is 513.683.1738 /

Boy Scouts Selling Balsam Wreaths for Christmas

Boy Scout Troop 635, sponsored by Epiphany United Methodist Church, is selling balsam wreaths for this Christmas season. They are made from "fresh, fragrant and long-lasting" Northern Balsam Fir. They measure 25 inches; have three white tipped pine cones with holly berries and a red velvet button bow. The cost is $25.00 per wreath.

They will take orders through November 14th.

The wreaths will arrive around the first week of December.

E-mil Lori Rico

*Please note: wreaths shown are 22 inches in diameter. The wreaths you will buy are slightly larger, at 25 inches in diameter.

National Public Radio Reports on Capt. David "Seth" Mitchell

by Ann Thompson

MICHELE NORRIS, host:

In Afghanistan, October was the deadliest month for U.S. troops since the war began. We're going to hear now about one of the men who was killed. He was a Marine helicopter pilot, one of 14 Americans killed in two separate crashes on the same day.

As Ann Thompson of member station WVXU reports, his family says he was living his dream.

Memorial Service in Loveland for Cpt. David "Seth" Mitchell

Memorial Service: A Celebration of Life and Memorial Service will be held at 6 PM on Thursday, November 05, 2009 at Veteran’s Memorial Park – corner of Riverside Drive and W. Loveland Avenue, Loveland, Ohio 45140

Visitation: Friends and family will be received from 4 to 9 PM Tuesday, November 03, 2009 at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 200 SE Maynard Rd., Cary NC

Funeral Service: A celebration of Seth’s life will be held from 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Wednesday, November 04, 2009 at Colonial Baptist Church, 6051 Tryon Rd., Cary NC

Interment: , at Interment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington VA on Friday, November 6, 2009 at 11:00 AM.

Captain David “Seth” Mitchell USMC, son of Steve and Connie Mitchell and brother of Drew Mitchell all of Cary was killed in a helicopter collision while on duty in Afghanistan October 26, 2009. Captain Mitchell was stationed at Camp Pendleton CA and was part of the Marine Corp HMLA 367 Scarface unit. Captain Mitchell piloted an AH-1 Super Cobra helicopter. Seth Mitchell was born in Charlotte NC and graduated from Loveland High School in Loveland Ohio in 1997. Seth called Loveland home because that is where he developed lifelong friendships and the skills, talent and character traits that guided his life. One turning point in Seth’s life was getting involved with Student Venture, the high school ministry of the Campus Crusade for Christ. Seth found his spiritual compass and developed leadership skills that would serve him well in future endeavors. At Loveland High Seth played football, ran track and was elected president of his senior class. After high school Seth enrolled at Virginia Tech and earned an ROTC scholarship after his freshman year. He pursued his dream of becoming a Marine through the ROTC program transitioning from Virginia Tech ROTC directly into the Marine Corp in 2001.

Upon graduating from OCS Captain Mitchell was assigned to Camp LeJune, NC. While at Camp LeJeune he served tours in Okinawa, Haiti and Iraq as part of an infantry unit. Growing up he had dreamed of becoming a pilot but did not qualify for the military aviation program due to his eyesight. After corrective eye surgery and while stationed at Camp LeJeune Captain Mitchell pursued and achieved his private pilots license. Due to his determination and diligence, Captain Mitchell beat long odds and was awarded a Marine Aviation training spot after four years in the Corp. Captain Mitchell started his flight training in Pensacola FL earning his wings in May 2007. He later qualified to fly the AH-1 Super Cobra Helicopter. Captain Mitchell had achieved and was living his dream of serving his country as a Marine aviator. Captain Mitchell loved to fly and did so during his second tour of Iraq in 2008. In very typical fashion, Captain Mitchell volunteered to report early to duty in Afghanistan to assist a unit short on manpower.

Captain Mitchell leaves behind a very proud family. Surviving are Grandparents; Nellie Gray Stewart and Joseph D. Mitchell (USN/WW II) of Winston- Salem NC; Uncles and Aunts, Larry Mitchell, Chris and Rhonda Mitchell, Jerry and Lynn Stewart, Steve and Dottie Stewart and Mark Stewart of Winston-Salem and Scott Snider of Lexington NC; Cousins, Matt and Paul Mitchell, Kari and Shane Hundley of Winston-Salem and Master-at-Arms 1st Class Chad Mitchell (USN) and wife Amanda, of Virginia Beach, VA.

A memorial register book will be placed at Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home, 129 N Riverside Ave, Loveland, OH 45140 November 2 - November 5 from 8 AM until 5 PM. Please feel free to stop by our main lobby to sign the book.

Milford High School Honors Marine Capt. David Seth Mitchell

MILFORD, OHIO - The American flag was lowered to half staff before the start of the Milford vs. Loveland football game last Friday to honor Marine Capt. David Seth Mitchell. There was also a moment of silence and Mitchell's image was shown on the video scoreboard.

Mitchell was a former football player at Loveland High School and the Class Prisident when he graduated in 1997. He was the first LHS graduate to die while fighting in the Middle East wars when he was killed in action in Helmand Province, Afghanistan on Monday, October 26.

Milford also had many large yellow ribbons throughout the stadium.

The Battle of Miami Township Victory Bell travels between Loveland and Milford High Schools. During the game, it became another triubute to Mitchell when a  #30 jersey was draped on the bell to honor the football number Mitchell wore while a Loveland Tiger.

Miami Township Trustee Mary Makley Wolf shared her thoughts about the death of Mitchell with Loveland Magazine before the game.

Listen to Mary Makley Wolf

Miami Township Fire Dept. Tribute to Capt. David “Seth” Mitchell

 

MILFORD, OHIO - Before the football game last Friday night, Loveland Tigers vs. Milford Eagles, the Miami Township Fire Department raised banners from a ladder truck outside the Milford High School football stadium to honor the sacrifice of Capt. David “Seth” Mitchell who died in Afghanistan on October 26.

Mitchell was a 1997 Loveland High School graduate and a former football Tiger.

Play the Game like Capt. David “Seth” Mitchell Lived His Life

"I'd rather be a Tiger for a day, than a lamb for a hundred years."  - Capt. David “Seth” Mitchell

by David Miller

This video is a pre-game pep talk by Loveland High School Assistant Athletic Director Kevin Taylor. He talks to the LHS football team about Capt. David “Seth” Mitchell before they prepare to take the field against Milford H.S. on Oct. 30.

Mitchell, 30, formally of Loveland, Ohio a Loveland High School graduate and football player, was one of four Marines killed when two U.S. Marine helicopters collided on October 26 over the southern province of Helmand in Afghanistan.

During the talk, Taylor shares personal stories about the player he once coached, about how "Mitch" played the game of football at Loveland High, and how Mitchell, who so desired to become a Marine pilot, underwent eye surgery and then walked his papers into the Pentagon to prove he was eligible for military flight school.

The Tigers won the game - 28-12.

Save The Loveland Library Rally

LOVELAND, OHIO - Area residents supporting keeping the Loveland Library open rallied on Monday afternoon urging motorists to vote "Yes" on Issue 7. The "Honk and Wave" events were held at forty-three locations throughout Hamilton County.

On November 3, the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County will have a 1 mill operating issue on the ballot.  Due to state budget cuts, the Library is facing a 28% reduction in funding, a $16 million deficit.  As a result of these cuts, the Library has already had to eliminate nearly 200 staff positions, cut 241 hours a week, and canceling or postponing all capital projects.

The stakes have never been higher!  Currently, the Library enjoys over 5.6 million visits annually and is home to the busiest Main Library in the country.  However, without new funding, the Library will be forced to make more cuts which will result in branch closings, further reduced hours, additional cuts in staff, and a further reduction in the purchasing of Library materials.  By passing Issue 7, which will cost the owner of a $100,000 home $2.50 a month, Hamilton County residents can Save Our Library system.

Clermont Parents Asked to Consider Flu Mist over H1N1 Shots

Vaccination Clinics the Week of November 2-6

CLERMONT COUNTY, OHIO - The Clermont County General Health District will hold H1N1 vaccination clinics the week of November 2-6, 2009  for Felicity-Franklin Elementary, Middle, and High Schools; Williamsburg Elementary, Middle, and High Schools; Genesis School, St. Elizabeth Seton, St. Andrews, Milford Christian Academy, Children’s Meeting House, and St. Marks.  “The Health District will have both the live virus vaccine (the nasal spray) and the inactivated virus vaccine (the flu shot) at the school clinics,” said Clermont Health Commissioner Marty Lambert.  “We currently have more nasal spray vaccine than injectable vaccine on hand, so, if there are no health reasons that prohibit the nasal spray, we would like to encourage parents to choose that option.”  This will ensure that there will be an adequate supply of vaccines to protect all children.   Both vaccines are safe and effective.

You cannot get the flu from either of the vaccines; the live virus used in the nasal spray is a weakened version of the “wild” virus that actually makes people sick.  “Many people may not realize that their children have already received ‘live’ virus vaccines through their routine childhood immunizations,” said Lambert.  “Both the MMR and Varicella (chicken pox) vaccines are ‘live’ virus vaccines.”  Among the advantages of receiving the flu mist: no shot is involved, it does not contain the preservative thimerisol, and lines for the nasal spray are shorter and faster than the ones for the shots.

For more information about the H1N1 virus, visit the Web site www.ClermontHealthDistrict.org or call the Clermont County Flu Hotline at (513) 588-5121.

Capt. David “Seth” Mitchell's Family Shares Memories

Marine's family shares memories

Capt. David “Seth” Mitchell, 30, formally of Loveland, Ohio and a Loveland High School graduate was one of four Marines killed when two U.S. Marine helicopters collided on October 26 over the southern province of Helmand in Afghanistan.