ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY - Former Miami Township resident, Connie Mitchell took these photos on a “one-day trip” on December 23 to Arlington National Cemetery to visit the grave-site of her son. Mitchell said, “Arlington is so beautiful with the snow and at Christmas.” The photos were taken in the part of Sec. 60 where Marine Captain David Seth Mitchell’s final resting place is. His permanent marker is not there yet, so it is not in the photo. She said, “This section of Arlington is where fallen soldiers from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars are buried.” The other photo of the wreath is where Seth's permanent marker will go.
“The cemetery was exceptionally serene with the blanket of snow. Seth's marker is still not there, but soon - we hope. It was an emotional day,” said Mitchell. “May we always remember those who have served and paid the ultimate sacrifice.”
David Seth 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. 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.
Click here to view the Arlington web site and their “Winter 2009” Photo Album.
Who
is Santa Claus? In China "Dun Che Lao Ren," in Sweden "Juletomten". In
the USA there is an urban legend that the Coca Cola Company invented
the white and red suit. In Italy he is a skinnier and more regal
looking version of Santa Claus. All around the world Santa Claus is
celebrated with different rituals.
You are invited to a new message series at Epiphany United Methodist Church beginning the weekend of January 9th and 10th….. "Building a satisfying marriage that can go the distance is no easy task. Sometimes you need some help to either save your marriage or to take your most important human relationship to the next level."
The new series, "Marriage 911" may be the help you’re looking for. "Please plan to join us after the holidays as we talk about issues such as the purpose of marriage, faithfulness in marriage, spirituality in marriage, etc. This may be the best gift you can give your spouse and yourself.
Services are on Saturdays at 5 p.m., Sundays at 9 & 10:30 am. Childcare at all services. Directions
Both the boy’s and girl’s basketball teams suffered huge blows this week in the early going of the 2009-2010 season. The boy’s team suffered a defeat at the hands of Turpin in Tuesday night in double overtime 75-73. Meanwhile, the Girls had the lead by 4 points with under a minute to go in the game, and fell victim to the Harrison Wildcats 47-45.
Looking at the boy’s second week of action, Loveland was able to capture their first win of the season against hated rival Anderson 56-47. One of the key reasons Loveland was able to win was the impeccable defense played by senior Andrew Claybourn. “Clay” as he is commonly referred to by his friends and coaches held Anderson’s star player Mike Wilkinson to just 21 points on the night. Wilkinson scored 48 points against Northwest earlier in the week, and 30 points against Purcell Marian. Claybourn was able to put pressure in his face all night, and from what I witnessed, he never had an open look all 48 minutes of the basketball game.
Senior Tony Hamann led all scorers in the game with 31. Hamann was 10 for 13 from the field, and 11 of 13 from the charity strike. He also contributed 12 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks.
In the double overtime loss, Hamann fouled out in the fourth quarter, making Loveland go to their bench earlier than head coach Tim Partin would have probably like to. That has been a continuous problem all year for the senior; not only picking up fouls often, but very early. On Friday, Hamann did not pick up his first foul until the fourth quarter.
In the Turpin game, Greg Pitman hit a 3 pointer to tie the game up in regulation with less than five seconds to go in the game, forcing overtime, but Turpin eventually pulled it out in double OT.
The Tigers will learn to finish games, and be smarter with the basketball as the season progresses, and they will become a team that can play with anyone if they are hitting their shots.
On the girl’s side, the Tigers suffered two tough losses in two very different ways. On Tuesday, the Tigers welcomed the Ursuline Academy Lady Lions to the gym, and they ran all over Loveland.
From the beginning to the end, Ursuline maintained a double digit lead, and Loveland couldn’t seem to hit a shot all night. Loveland had a season high 27 turnovers, and the Lions held Abby McIver to a minimal 8 points. Anytime your star post-player only has 8 points, and you turn the ball over that much, it is not a winning combination.
Then on Saturday night, Loveland lost their second consecutive FAVC game to the undefeated Harrison Wildcats. Harrison trailed Loveland by 4 points with under a minute to go. Harrison made a lay-up, and then tied it up with a bucket. With 1.3 seconds to go, after a missed shot, Harrison grabbed the rebound, and scrambled down the court and was fouled by Ellie Iaciofano. It was by total accident that Ellie fouled her, but it was also a very clear foul. The Lady Wildcats hit both free throws, and went on to win 47-45.
The Lady Tigers will next face Talawanda on December 23rd, then enjoy the rest of the holiday recess until they travel to Harrison on January 4th. (There will be no freshman game against Talawanda)
The boy’s team will not play until the 29th of December against rival Mason at home with games at 4:30, 6, and 7:30 PM.
CLERMONT COUNTY, OHIO - If you are working, currently paying rent, are willing to help rehabilitate an existing home, but need help with a down payment, the Clermont Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) may be able to help! The Clermont NSP office is currently accepting applications for assistance to purchase homes in foreclosure in the Bethel area, the Village of Amelia, and eastern Union Township in the Tealtown Road area; call (513) 732-7904 or (513) 732-7125 for information. “A family of four with an income of $83,000 and below can be eligible for this program. This is a middle income program for employed people who have not been able to scrape together a down payment,” said Clermont Grant Coordinator Jim Taylor.
The NSP was established by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to stabilize communities that have suffered from foreclosures and abandonment. Through the purchase and redevelopment of foreclosed and abandoned homes and residential properties, the goal of the program is being realized.
“There are two components to this program,” said Taylor. “One involves purchasing and demolishing run down houses that could then be titled to Habitat for Humanity or another qualified agency to build a home. The other part of the program involves helping the applicant with selecting and rehabbing a house, providing homebuyer education, and providing assistance with the down payment.”
All homes will be appraised and inspected prior to purchase. If the house can be rehabilitated and does not have any major structural faults, the applicant can purchase it for up to one percent below appraised value. Rehabilitation work will begin after the purchase.
“All applicants must take part in eight hours of HUD-approved homebuyer counseling,” added Taylor. The counseling includes bill management, budgeting, home care, and financing.
LOVELAND recounts the emotional, hilarious and deeply human journey of Frannie Potts, an irreverent, lovable woman, never shy to speak her mind, as she confronts both her fellow passengers and the loss of the biggest love of her life. Cooped up with a cabin full of strangers, Frannie is flying from LA, where she now lives, to her childhood home in Loveland, Ohio. Over the course of the flight, buffeted by events both mental and physical, she stumbles her way from awkward confusion to a glimpse of the mystery, tragedy and beauty that unite us all. The audience is advised to fasten their seat belts as writer and performer Ann Randolph takes a crew of outrageous characters on the flight of their lives. Sex, Death, Chopin - this is one wild ride in the sky - and all at the cruising altitude of 30,000 feet.
Widely considered one of the most gifted and innovative writer-performers in the country, Randolph has been hailed by critics as 'revolutionary, Whitmanesque, and a tour de-force'. Her previous solo show, Squeeze Box, was the Winner of LA Weekly's Best Solo Show and the Los Angeles Times Ovation Award for Best Solo Show and was produced Off-Broadway by Mel Brooks and the late Anne Bancroft.
Randolph grew up in Loveland, Ohio and wrote this show in mid flight as she traveled back and forth from Los Angeles to Loveland to assist with her parents health issues. LOVELAND is currently playing every weekend in San Francisco to critical acclaim and has just been extended for another 2 months. She's bringing it to Cincinnati for one night only, so her mother, the inspiration for the show, can see it LIVE.
Aronoff Center for the Arts 650 Walnut St. Cincinnati, OH 45202
Jarson-Kaplan Theater This theater seats 437 and is a perfect setting for small and medium-sized performances or meetings. The theater is surprisingly intimate with full production capabilities, great acoustics, an attractive design and excellent sightlines.
All donors get a complimentary movie pass to Regal Cinema
On Wednesday, December 23, 2009 Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati will host a Movie Madness Blood Drive just in time for you to catch a holiday block buster this weekend!
The Hoxworth blood mobile will be at the Regal Cinema located at 5500 Deerfield Blvd. in Mason, Ohio between the hours of 1:00pm and 7:00pm.
“During the winter months, we often see a decrease in blood donations and unfortunately an increase in the need for blood” stated Alecia Lipton, spokesperson for Hoxworth Blood Center. “We are asking that all eligible blood donors make an appointment to donate, which will help to replenish the area blood supply”.
How to Donate:
Donating blood is safe and easy. You must be at least 17 years old (16 with a signed parental consent) and in good health. You must weigh at least 110 pounds and bring identification to donate. It is recommended that donors eat a good meal and drink plenty of water within four hours before donating.
Please call (513) 451-0910 or (800) 830-1091 to schedule an appointment at a neighborhood donor center. Hoxworth recognizes that your time is valuable. We will give priority to donors who have scheduled an appointment. Walk-in donors are welcome and will be seen as soon as possible. To locate a community blood drive or if you are a registered donor and want to schedule online, please visit www.hoxworth.org/groups/regal.
Loveland JV Tigers traveled to FAVC Cardinal division rival Turpin last Tuesday, dropping their third game in a row, 53-45. The game started about as bad for the Tigers as could possibly be expected with Turpin hitting on all cylinders and Loveland not having anything fall for them. The Tigers trailed 19-2 after the 1st period. Turpin continued their first half onslaught in the second quarter as Loveland began to find their range for a 33-10 halftime score. To Loveland’s credit they did not throw in the towel in the second half, outscoring Turpin 17-5 in the 3rd quarter. A Ryne Terry three pointer leading off the 4th quarter cut the lead to 8. But that was as close as the comeback would come until the final score. Loveland was led in scoring by Bryson McGillis with 14, Bryce Plitt 10, Austin Stall 9, Jarron Talbot 5 Jeremy Sears 4 and Ryne Terry 3. Loveland falls to 0-3 this season. With the loss Loveland JV Tigers fall to 0-3 to begin the season.
Loveland vs. Anderson
The JV Tigers played host to fellow FAVC Buckeye division foe Anderson Friday night unfortunately continuing their season opening losing streak to 4 games. The taller Redskins started 6’5” Joe Cossins along with the stronger 6’3” Bela Perler against the Tigers who had no one over 6’ available for the game. Tigers came out aggressively against the Redskins matching baskets to an 8-8 tie midway through the first period. As the quarter came to an end the Tigers took a 13-10 lead behind 7 first quarter points by Bryce Plitt. In the second quarter Loveland was effective attacking the Anderson defense, going to the line 12 times in the second quarter, converting 10 free throws. The Tigers looked to begin to take control of the game, pulling away to leads of 19-10 and 21-11. Though with the Tigers scoring only 1 basket from the field in the quarter, the taller Redskins were able to rally back on the strength of their inside game to a 25-25 tie at the half as the Tigers own fouls began to add up.
The second half began on a positive note with two 3 pointers by Anthony Wolfram. But as the 3rd quarter progressed Loveland became sloppy with the basketball and as the turnovers became more frequent on the offensive end and fouls more so on the defensive end, the momentum stayed with the Redskins through the rest of the half as Anderson secured a 56- 39 victory lead by 16 points from each of their two starting big men.
Loveland was led in scoring by Bryce Plitt with 9, Austin Stahl, Anthony Wolfram and Jarron Talbot each had 6, Ryne Terry and Jeremy Sears both had 4, Sam Timmerman and Jon Trelor scored 2 apiece. With the loss Loveland falls to 0-2 in the conference, 0-4 overall.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of product: Dorel Infant Car Seat/Carriers Units: About 447,000 Manufacturer: Dorel Juvenile Group Inc., of Columbus, Ind. Hazard: When used as an infant carrier, the child restraint handle to the seat can loosen and come off, posing a fall hazard to infants. Incidents/Injuries: Dorel has received 77 reports of the child restraint handle fully or partially coming off the car seat/carrier resulting in at least three injuries to infants including bumps, bruises and a head injury. Description: This recall involves Safety 1st, Cosco, Eddie Bauer and Disney branded infant car seat/carriers with the following model numbers and that were manufactured from January 6, 2008 through April 6, 2009. The model number and manufacture date are located on a label on the side of the car seat/carrier. They were sold with Travel Systems. The stroller portion of the travel system is not affected by this recall. Sold at: Department and juvenile product stores nationwide from January 2008 through December 2009 for between $120 and $220. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should not use the handle of the car seat/carrier until the repair kit has been installed. The product can continue to be used as a car seat when properly installed in the vehicle. Contact Dorel Juvenile Group to receive a free repair kit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dorel Juvenile Group at (866) 762-3316 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.djgusa.com/safety_notice
Loveland, Ohio Resident Coached YMCA Synchrogators to Back-to-Back Gold Medals
Ohio’s highest ranked nationally competitive synchronized swimming team, the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati Synchrogators, recently honored its head coach Ginny Jasontek for her 40th anniversary leading the team.
The YMCA Synchrogators are 2008 and 2009 national synchronized swimming age group champions. While training competitively, the team strives to teach its members values, confidence and leadership skills to help them succeed in all of their life pursuits.
Jasontek started the team at the Gamble Nippert YMCA with as much enthusiasm then as she has now for the sport of synchronized swimming. She has coached All Americans, and even an Olympian, in her time as a coach. In the last two years she coached the YMCA Synchrogators to back-to-back Gold medals at the age group nationals. The team have been a strong force at national competition for years. In 1991 Jasontek was inducted into the Synchronized Swimming Hall of Fame. Jasontek is originally from the east coast and was a teacher with Cincinnati Public schools for 40 years.
The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati will offer beginner synchronized swimming classes at the Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA and the M.E. Lyons YMCA in January. More information is on the YMCA blog.
On Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009 Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati will celebrate “Gift of Life Day” at seven neighborhood donor centers throughout the tri-state.
“Each year Hoxworth designates a special day in December as Gift of Life Day. This day is meant to bring our community together as we save the lives of patients in the greater Cincinnati area. We encourage everyone to make a blood or platelet donation and give the Gift of Life”, says Hoxworth spokesperson Alecia Lipton. “Each blood donation can save up to three lives! I can’t think of a better gift to give this holiday season”.
All donors will receive a 2009 Limited Edition Winter T-shirt and complimentary Donatos Pizza!
Where to Donate:
Hoxworth Anderson, 7715 Five Mile Road in Cincinnati, Ohio, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Hoxworth Blue Ash, 4310 Hunt Road in Cincinnati, Ohio, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Hoxworth Ft. Mitchell, 2220 Grandview Drive in Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Hoxworth Mason, 9554 S. Mason Montgomery Road in Mason, Ohio, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Hoxworth Tri-County, 11812 Springfield Pike in Cincinnati, Ohio, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Hoxworth Western Hills, 2041 Anderson Ferry Road in Cincinnati, Ohio, 8:30am – 4:00pm
How to Donate:
Donating blood is safe and easy. You must be at least 17 years old (16 with a signed parental consent) and in good health. You must weigh at least 110 pounds and bring identification to donate. It is recommended that donors eat a good meal and drink plenty of water within four hours before donating.
Please call (513) 451-0910 or (800) 830-1091 to schedule an appointment at a neighborhood donor center. Hoxworth recognizes that your time is valuable. We will give priority to donors who have scheduled an appointment. Walk-in donors are welcome and will be seen as soon as possible. To locate a community blood drive or if you are a registered donor and want to schedule online, please visit www.hoxworth.org and click Donate Now.
About Hoxworth:
Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, is on a campaign to recruit "100,000 Donors. 100,000 Heroes." Founded in 1938, we serve 32 hospitals in 17 counties in Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana. Annually, Hoxworth collects over 90,000 units of blood from local donors. At least 350 volunteer blood donors and 40 volunteer platelet donors are essential each day to keep up with the demands of tri-state hospitals and their patients.
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