Loveland Magazine

Eighth Annual Junktique Sale

This Friday and Saturday

LOVELAND, OHIO - The eighth annual Junktique Sale, benefitting Children's Meeting House Montessori School, will be held on October 1st and 2nd from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Fraternal Order of Eagles will host the sale for the seventh 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 1 and Saturday October 2 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 127 Karl Brown Way.

Loveland High School Homecomming Parade in HD Video

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Environmental Workshop Offered

 To Hamilton County and Northern Kentucky Teachers

The Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District (District), along with Northern Kentucky University’s Center for Environmental Education, is offering an environmental workshop to Hamilton County and Northern Kentucky teachers on Saturday, October 30th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The workshop will take place at the District’s office, located at 250 William Howard Taft Road in Cincinnati. Teachers who would like to participate need to submit registration and payment by October 22nd. The cost to participate is $10.00 for Hamilton County and Northern Kentucky teachers. The cost for non-Hamilton County or Northern Kentucky teachers is $40.00.

Using the food, land and people science and social sciences-based curriculum, “Resources for Leaning”, the workshop will consist of hands-on lessons in subjects ranging from environmental science and stewardship to human pollution and land use issues.

To register, contact Keebler Holley at (513) 946-7736 or at Keebler.holley@hamilton-co.org.

 

Computer & TV Recycling Drop-Off Opens Friday, October 1st

The Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District (District) will be collecting obsolete computer equipment and televisions from Hamilton County residents from October 1st through October 29th, at 2trg located at 11085 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242.

Hamilton County residents interested in participating in this program can drop-off their unwanted computer equipment/TVs on Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Residents must bring proof of residency, such as a driver’s license or utility bill, in order to participate. This program prohibits the acceptance of computer equipment/TVs from businesses, churches, schools and non-profit organizations. 

Acceptable Items Include: CPUs, hard drives, personal copiers, docking stations, monitors, scanners, printers, cellular telephones, televisions, hard drives, tape and disk drives, VCR and DVD players, circuit boards, cables, mainframes, servers, terminals, fax machines, PDAs, back up batteries, chips, keyboards, mice, modems, computer speakers, CD Rom drives, and laptops.

The Computer & TV Recycling Drop-Off program will be open one Saturday in October on October 30th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

For more information, call 946-7766 or visit www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org.

 

Connie and Steven Mitchell are Grand Marshals

Mitchells Lost Son to Afghanistan War

 

LOVELAND, OHIO - It was one year ago that Marine Capt. David Seth Mitchell died in a helicopter crash while fighting in Afghanistan. His parents, former Miami Township residents, Connie and Steven were honored by the Loveland Athletic Boosters by naming them Grand Marshals of the 2010 Homecoming activities.

Capt. Mitchell was a 1997 Loveland High School Graduate, and football player.

Late Thursday afternoon, the Mitchells rode on the back of a shiny black Corvette, preceded only by the Loveland High School Marching Band to lead the parade from Historic Downtown Loveland to the festivities at the High School.

Late Friday afternoon, the Mitchells rode a shiny black helicopter, buzzing over Tiger Stadium, and landing in the end zone to deliver the game ball to the school - who believe their son to be a great American hero. The Mitchells were escorted onto the field by Jeff Williams, President of the Loveland Athletic Boosters. The pre-game ceremony paid tribute to Capt. Mitchell, but also acknowledged the sacrifice of his parents.

Early Saturday morning, the Mitchells attended the 1st Annual Capt. Seth Mitchell HERO 5k Run in Nisbet Park; Connie visiting, taking photos, and cheering on her husband who is training for a marathon. Steven entered his first 5K road race - a race organized to honor the memory of his son, and to raise scholarship money in his name for a graduating Loveland High School student.

Loveland Magazine was there for all three events. This LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO was shot during the parade, and the pre-game helicopter landing and ceremonies.

Video of the road race last Saturday will be published soon. In it, Steven and Connie talk more in depth about their return to Loveland, the activities, and their son.

 

 

 

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Matt Bauer Has Opportunity Of-a-Lifetime

 

Imagine if you had been given this opportunity when you were in school and were unable to participate for lack of funds.
 

 

by David Miller

LOVELAND, OHIO - This fall outstanding high school students from across the United States will take part in a unique career development program in our nation’s capital, and Matt Bauer, a senior at Loveland High School will be one of them - if he can raise to money to attend. Bauer has been nominated to represent his school and community as a member of the National Youth Leadership Forum on National Security in Washington D.C. Bauer said, “This will be a powerful experience, enabling me to interact with many prominent men and women whom most of us only read about in the news.” However, his participation in the Forum on National Security depends on whether he can raise $2,539 in sponsorships.

Bauer said he is investing every dollar he can of his own money to make sure he doesn’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience and he is taking on extra jobs to raise the funds he needs. He said, “In addition, through sponsorships and my family and friends, I have already raised $1,350. That leaves me with a balance of $1,189.”

Attending this program will enable Bauer to further his interest in the field of mechanical engineering and reach his career goal of becoming a naval officer. He maintains a 3.5 GPA, is involved in the Boy Scouts, and will soon earn the Eagle Rank. He hopes to attend Ohio State on a Reserve Officer Training Corps (R.O.T.C.) scholarship.

Imagine if you had been given this opportunity when you were in school and were unable to participate for lack of funds.

Imagine being 16 or 17 years old and the responsibility of securing the United States at home and abroad rests on your shoulders. “Through specialized simulations, our program strives to put students in the driver’s seat of building a strategy that will uphold our national security,” said Marguerite Regan, Dean of Academic Affairs for NYLF. “The combination of interacting with professionals and with other students in this setting ensures that leaders are being developed so the future of our country will remain very bright.”

The curriculum for the forum is based on actual world events. Throughout, students use critical thinking, leadership and public speaking skills to tackle the complexity of national decision-making as they examine how the “U.S. plans for peace and prepares for crisis.” They will employ a crisis decision-making process similar to that employed by the nation's top policy makers.

Bauer will also participate in thought-provoking question and answer sessions with highly respected, internationally recognized civilian policy makers and senior military. In addition, leading institutions open their doors to NYLF/NS students, where they are educated in diplomacy, international affairs and military strategy. Past programs have included visits to several government institutions and military installations, such as the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Marine Corps Combat Development Command at Quantico, the Defense Intelligence Agency, the U.S. Naval Academy, a variety of embassies and many others. In addition, Bauer said he has applied for a special visit to the Central Intelligence Agency.

During the six-day program, Bauer would be introduced to careers in national security, intelligence, the diplomatic corps and more.

Matt has sponsorship levels of $25 (Bronze), $50 (Silver), $100 (Gold) and $125+ (Platinum). Checks can be made out to The National Youth Leadership Forum and sent to:

Matt Bauer
808 Oak Canyon Drive
Loveland, Ohio 45140.

 The National Youth Leadership Forum is a for-profit organization, so unfortunately contributions are not tax-deductible.

In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO Matt Bauer talks about opportunity he has been offered and his goals after graduating Loveland High School. The video was shot in the broadcast studio at Loveland High School.

United Methodist Turkey Dinner

Silent Auction / Bake Sale

Nov 6th: 4 -7  PM

LOVELAND, OHIO - The annual Turkey Dinner / Silent Auction / Bake Sale at the Loveland United Methodist Church is on  Saturday, November 6 from 4 - 7 PM.  It is a fall celebration and a delicious Turkey meal. After dinner you can go through the Silent Auction room featuring theme baskets, crafts, jewelry, toys, artwork and more. And, stop by the United Methodist Women's bake sale table for some goodies to take home and enjoy, featuring homemade cakes, cookies, candy, breakfast breads and more.

The proceeds from this event will be going towards outreach in local, national, and international mission efforts supported by Loveland church. Fifty percent of the funds received will be designated for The 2011 Henderson House Build in Kentucky; twenty-five percent of the proceeds will go towards supporting servants on their 2011 Haiti Mission Trip and the remaining twenty-five percent will be given to L.I.F.E. Food Pantry to help feed persons in Loveland.

Important Monetary Benefit for Veterans to Expire

Dear Loveland Magazine Readers,

An important monetary benefit for veterans who were affected by the military’s stop loss program during Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom is about to run out and we need your help getting the message out.  Below is a news release that explains the special pay program and directs veterans to phone numbers and web sites they can use to fill out the proper paper work and claim their benefits. The special pay program expires October 21, 2010. We appreciate any help you can give to get the word to those affected.

Rich Lamance
Chief, Print Division
Joint Hometown News Service
 
            WASHINGTON – Military members whose service was involuntarily extended, or whose retirement was suspended between September 11, 2001 and September 30, 2009, due to stop loss are entitled to retroactive payments of $500 for each month they were extended, according to Department of Defense officials. But the deadline to receive those benefits is rapidly drawing to a close. The deadline to apply for the benefits is October 21, 2010.

            “You served with honor. You did your duty. And when your country called on you again, you did your duty again. Now, it’s time to collect the special pay that you deserve,” said President Barack Obama during a recent White House announcement.

            Only about 58,000 of the 145,000 eligible claims have been paid, leaving more than $300 million available to eligible veterans. The average payout for each veteran is close to $4,000.

            The president said that the program has caused some confusion and skepticism among those who have served. “Some veterans think this is some sort of gimmick or scam, or that it’s a way for the government to call you back to service. Nothing is further from the truth.  You worked hard. You earned this money. It doesn’t matter whether you were active or reserve, whether you’re a veteran who experienced ‘Stop Loss’ or the survivor of a service member who did – if your service was extended, you’re eligible,” said Obama.

            The 2009 War Supplemental Appropriations Act established the Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay and throughout the past year the services have been reaching out to eligible veterans, service members and their families through direct mail, veteran service organizations and the media. But by law there is no authorization to make payments on claims submitted after October 21, 2010.

            Eligible members should print, complete and sign Department of Defense Form 2944, Claim for Retroactive Stop Loss Payment. They must then select the appropriate method for submitting their claim form based upon their service requirements. The information can be found on their service’s stop loss web site, accessible from www.defense.gov/home/features/2010/0710_stoploss/, or call: Army: (877) 736-5554; Navy: (901) 874-4427; Marine Corps: (877) 242-2830 and Air Force: (800) 525-0102.

 

Rich Lamance

Chief, Print Division

Joint Hometown News Service

Tel: (210) 925-5961

And The Loveland High School Homecoming Queen and King are...

2010 Homecoming Queen & King HD Video

Candy Opinion From Parade Route

LOVELAND, OHIO - Loveland Magazine conducted street interviews along the route of the Homecoming Parade last Thursday evening to find out a little of what was on the minds of local residents concerning the lifting of the Police Chief’s ban on the throwing of candy from parade floats. (Read earlier story here.)

None of the local residents thought the candy throwing ban should have been implemented (not all of the interviews are shown in the video below), however most did express that parents should accept more responsibility for the behavior of their children at the parade. Some expressed an opinion of their favorite candy.

In the interviews, former police officer Sgt. Harry Lofland offers his opinion. Lofland said he “worked” the parade for 25-28 years, and for several years, “coordinated” the parade.

In his weekly memo to City Council and staff, Loveland City Manager Tom Carroll said on Friday:

“Thursday’s Homecoming Parade was generally very successful. I was initially concerned that the first few floats did not have the required number of chaperones along the side of the vehicles, but as the parade progressed, it was clear that the Boosters made a really concerted effort to improve safety. Chief Sabransky et al [sic] have a few additional improvement suggestions for next year, but overall from my vantage point this was a very successful parade.”

Loveland Athletic Booster President Jeff Williams negotiated the lifting of the candy throwing ban with Loveland Police Chief Tim Sabransky last week. He said today that the thought he parade was a huge success for the community. “The weather was parade perfect,” he began. He estimated the 2010 edition had the largest turnout in the history of the parade with 1200 individuals participating, and estimated that 5000 attended the parade. Williams also said, “The economic impact it had for our local businesses and the smiles from all the kids, made the event a great success.” He expressed that the Boosters appreciated the efforts of City Council and especially Chief Sabransky for working with the Boosters and for, “Allowing 50 years of tradition to continue.” 

Williams also expressed a special thanks to the Loveland Community, “For always supporting the Loveland Athletic Boosters and our events in order for us to continue building tradition - at the best high school in the USA.”

In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO you can watch fellow residents express their views about throwing candy from homecoming floats.

Type O Blood Supply at Critical Level

“We have not seen the blood inventory get quite this low in some time.”

Donors needed to replenish blood inventory for tri-state

The tri-state blood supply is at a critical level for Blood Type O.  Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati has announced an appeal for type O donors. Individuals with Blood Type O Positive or O Negative are urged to donate immediately.

Type O Negative is especially needed to maintain minimum inventory at 32-area hospitals served by Hoxworth blood donors.
 said Dr. Ronald Sacher, director of Hoxworth Blood Center.  “As the stewards of the local blood supply, it is our responsibility to alert the public and request help in times of need.”

Hoxworth operates eight neighborhood donor centers in Anderson, Blue Ash*, Downtown, Ft. Mitchell, Mason, Tri-County, Western Hills and the Hoxworth Center adjacent to University Hospital. Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are encouraged. Call (513) 451-0910 or visit www.hoxworth.org.

*NOTE: The Blue Ash Neighborhood Donor Center recently relocated to 9708 Kenwood Road.

How to Donate:
Donating blood is safe and easy. Donors must be at least 17-years-old and in good health (16-year-olds may donate with a signed parental consent form).  Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds and present identification. It is recommended that donors eat a good meal and drink plenty of water within four hours before donating

Frog Fest and Leap Frog Race Canceled

LOVELAND, OHIO - The Loveland Area Chamber of Commerce has canceled the 2010 Frog Festival and Leap Frog Race that was scehuled for October 2.

With Your Help, We Can Change the Outcome for Kids with Cerebral Palsy

 

Loveland Middle Schooler Asks For Your Support

 

Dear Loveland Magazine Readers,

On Saturday, October 16, I will be joining thousands of patients, families and supporters of Cincinnati Children’s at Cincinnati Walks for Kids. My goal is to raise funds to support our Perlman Center FIND A VOICE team. Your participation and/or donation will help families purchase a communication device for a child who is unable to speak on their own.

With your support we can exceed last year's success of over $18,000, the 5th highest amount raised by a team! 


Last year, I was able to raise a lot of money, and it was so much fun! I am requesting your support again this year because I want to keep making a difference for other people.

I have a communication device to help me speak, do school work, turn on my tv, and so much every day! I would not be able to be independent without it!

With your help, we can change the outcome for kids with Cerebral Palsy at the Perlman Center!  Perlman is a great place; they have been helping me since I was a baby.  Their website is: http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/perlman.

My Walk webpage is: http://giving.cincinnatichildrens.org/NetCommunity/timclawson. 

Will you please help spread the word and let our community know about this for me?

Thank you for supporting me, my family and our team!

Sincerely,

Timmy Clawson
8th Grader at LMS

Loveland High School Art & Craft Expo

 

Loveland High School Art & Craft Expo
 

Saturday, November 6, 2010

10 AM - 4 PM
1 Tiger Trail, Loveland, Ohio 45140

LOVELAND, OHIO - 2010 will mark the 27th year for the Loveland High School Art & Craft Expo. The show is a juried handcrafted fine art and fine craft show. The event is held at the Loveland High School in Loveland, Ohio near Kings Island amusement park and about 20 miles north of Cincinnati. Last year they had over 160 exhibitors. Exhibitors products included: jewelry, baby items, woodcrafts, candles, dips and seasonings, purses, hats, floral, ceramics and more.

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

If you are interested in being a crafter in our show, click on this link.

Flag Exchange at St. Margaret of York School

St. Margaret of York School holds a flag exchange each September.  The Knights of Columbus led by Mr. Fred Bauer provided a new flag on September 9.  The SMOY Student Council and SMOY Boy Scouts conducted the ceremony with the entire student body present

Owls Get Into Eyes of Tigers 37-17

LOVELAND, OHIO - The Tigers lost their Homecoming football game against Mt. Healthy last Friday, 37-17.

This LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO, is a Ricky Mulvey and Ricky's special guest Tim Clawson - Post Game Report from the field at Tiger Stadium.

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On Patrol with Sergeant Sellars

“There’s no such thing as a typical day when you’re in law enforcement,” said Clermont County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Jeff Sellars.  The 17-year veteran of the force is one of 35 deputies assigned to work 12 hour shifts patrolling Clermont County roadways.  “One minute there’s a crash, then you could be called to serve a warrant, take part in a drug bust, or check an overloaded truck, like I’m about to do.”  Sgt. Sellars recognized the truck and its questionable load; he had pulled the driver over only last week for the same thing.

One of the more memorable days on the job happened three years ago, when Sgt. Sellars was called to the scene of a car with someone inside that had gone into the water at Eastfork State Park.  “All my training just kicked in, I dove into the water, and was able to get the driver out,” he said.  Sgt. Sellars had to retrieve bolt cutters from his squad car to free the man from the sinking car; the man had handcuffed himself to the steering wheel.  “I never say I’ve seen it all, because the next day there is something new.”

There have been a lot of changes since his first day on the job.  “This is the heart and soul of our operation,” Sgt. Sellars said pointing to his squad car computer.  “Because of this technology in our cars, we can quickly check license plates, file paperwork, and let dispatch know where we are at all times.”  He said their radar is quite accurate and can clock cars coming and going; his dashboard also sports a GPS to quickly navigate and find newer county roadways.

“We are seeing an increasing number of meth arrests locally….again,” said the sergeant.  Through August of 2010, there have been 47 arrests in the county, compared to 27 for all of 2009.  Another disturbing trend he is seeing involves young people who disrespect law enforcement.  “Some of them actually turn up their radios when they see us approaching.”  Making the transition from Sgt. Sellars to citizen Sellars is sometimes difficult.  “We see some pretty horrible things.  We are human; these abuse and other cases do have an impact on us.  All we can do is to help the victims as best we can.  I go home many nights, thankful and appreciative of what I have,” he said quietly. 

What is the best part of the job?   “It happened just the other day,” he said.  “There was an elderly lady who was taking her grandchildren to church when they got a flat tire.  I fixed it; she gave me a big hug.  That was nice.”

Xavier University Invites Students to Autumn X-Experience Days

 

October 24 and November 13

Two chances for students to spend the day at Xavier

High school sophomores, juniors and seniors and their families are invited to attend an autumn X-Experience Day at Xavier University on one of two days: Sunday, October 24 or Saturday, November 13.  X-Experience Day offers activities and information for students and parents exploring college. It is free with advance registration.  For more information and to register for either day, go to www.xavier.edu/undergraduate-admission/visit-xavier/x-day.cfm

Both days begin at 8:45 am with check-in. On October 24, there will be an optional Mass at 9 am in Bellarmine Chapel.  On November 13, the optional Mass will begin at 11 am.

Students and their families can attend breakout sessions which will discuss popular majors and the student experience in college. The event will end at 3:00 pm each day.

This program is also open to interested college transfer students.

Timothy Young Graduates Air Force Basic

Air Force Airman Timothy B. Young has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

Young completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Young is the son of Karen Young of Baines Holding, and Tim Young of Autumn Oak Drive, both of Milford, Ohio. Young is a 2008 graduate of Milford High School.

Sailors in Afghanistan Remember Why They are There

Water Shut-Down, Boil Advisory for Whippoorwill Lane in Deerfield Township

DEERFIELD TOWHSHIP, OHIO - The Warren County Water and Sewer Department announced a Water Shut-Down from 9 AM – 5 PM on Wednesday, September 29, 2010 in Deerfield Township. Those affected are households from 9719 through 9970 Whippoorwill Lane and all houses on Bluebird Court.

Per Ohio EPA Rules and Regulations, The Warren County Water and Sewer Department has issued a boiling advisory. The boil advisory will be in effect as soon as water has been restored until further notice. Residents are advised to take either of the following precautions:

1. During this advisory, those customers affected may assure purity of their water by boiling vigorously for at least two (2) minutes.
2. Utilize bottled water for drinking and cooking purposes.

Warren County Water and Sewer Department is conducting water sampling in the affected area at this time. This boil advisory will remain in effect until the results of the water samples are obtained.  When the water has been determined to be safe (coliform negative), an All Clear Advisory will be issued.

This is purely a precautionary measure according to Deerfield Township.  "The likelihood of contamination occurring is extremely minimal." If you have questions, you may contact the Warren County Water and Sewer Department at 513-695-1377 during the hours of 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday.

Suspicious Black Lincoln Sedan in Millbrook Neighborhood

MIAMI TOWNSHIP, OHIO - A black Lincoln sedan was spotted this morning parked on Millbrook between Windy Hollow and Shallowbrook. There were several "suspicious looking men" in the car, and a resident called Miami Township.  When police responded the car was then parked by the community pool.

The Miami Township Police told residents that one of the men just got out of jail this morning. They are apparently living in the car, but there was nothing the police could arrest them for according to a resident report.  “The police told the resident to call them immediately and NOT approach the vehicle if she saw it again. They are concerned about how these men might react. They said they are up to no good.”  The report is that he police did ask them to leave the neighborhood.

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Granny's Harvest Celebration

Sunday, September 26, 1-5 PM

It is a FREE friend raiser event with fun and food to get the community outside to enjoy a quiet Sunday afternoon in the gardens.  The whole event is a "scavenger hunt" with a "great race" twist and it's appropriate for all ages

Get to know the gardens as you stroll through at your own pace stopping at the many stations featuring foods to taste, fun activities, interesting things to see.  Follow the signs that will direct you through the course or create your own path, and pick a bouquet as you go. 

"Hunt" for such things as where to taste chocolate chip zucchini cookies.  While you are hunting for the activities on the list, stop at the hula hoop station and take a few rounds before going on, shoot a couple of hoops, or take a swing back to your school days.

Taste some freshly harvested creations prepared by chefs volunteering from The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati and Mark Metcalfe, owner of The VegHead. For those with a sweet tooth there will be treats i.e. Chocolate Green Tomato Cake, zucchini chocolate chip cookies and many more.  Top it off with a sampling of Graeter's ice cream.

• Learn about growing and cooking with herbs from Rita Heikenfeld Listen to music provided by Loveland Music Academy and singer, Ellen Mershon.
• Children can make their own salsa at the station hosted by Whole Foods of Deerfield Township.
• At Marvin's Organic Gardens Station, learn about composting and add a bit to the gardens.  Ask Wes to show you his gigantic maggots.  He says they are better than worms for composting.
• Meet some of the Knights and Ladies from Loveland Castle.
• Traverse the nature trail.
• Pick whatever flower strikes your fancy.
• Visit some or all of our 20 Eagle Scout projects including our new apple orchard.
• Friends such as Jaybird Lavender Farm, Al Krismer Plant Farms will also have booths on site plus Blooms & Berries with their awesome fall mums.
• Other participants include: Cub Scouts from Pack 888, Whistle Stop Clayworks, Backyard Chickens, Loveland Honey and Loveland Youth Soccer Association.

Granny's Gardens are on the 25 acre campus shared by the primary and elementary schools in Loveland, OH. The school gardens are used for teaching kids.

Parents Should Monitor Their Children at Parade

Dear Loveland Magazine Readers,

I have read with interest the brouhaha over the tossing of candy from floats at the LHS Homecoming Parade.  Excuse me, but when did it become the responsibility of parade participants to babysit kids who line the streets to watch and catch candy?  I applaud the efforts of Jeff Williams and the Loveland Police to come up with an alternative to an outright ban on throwing candy, but passing the buck for keeping kids safe from their parents to the Loveland Athletic Boosters is yet another example of it "taking a village" - but in the wrong way.

When my kids were young, we always attended the parades with them and kept them from leaving the curb to get candy.  As they grew up and I participated in the Homecoming parade, I watched in disbelief as children dashed out in front of vehicles to get a piece of candy.  Those semi drivers can NOT see young children from their cab, and the vehicles weren't designed for that!  Soon we'll have local companies refuse to allow their vehicles used in the parade for fear of liability.

I'm not sure that I agree with Mr. Williams that disallowing candy throwing will hurt attendance.  Can't people enjoy the spirit of the event and the fun of seeing all of our young athletes dressed in Tiger gear without getting a dollar or two worth of candy out of the deal?  Nonetheless, if the candy-throwing tradition continues, it should be PARENTS of parade-watchers that monitor their behavior, not the parade participants.

Sincerely,

Libby Fisher
Loveland

Silent Stands

by Ricky Mulvey

photos by Jennifer Morrison

Last Friday, it was open season on hunting endangered animals for a few hours when the Loveland Tigers were poached in a 29-0 loss against the Kings Knights. It is a struggle to speak of the offense when there was none, but discussing the defense is a bit more soothing. The Tiger defense held the Knights to 8 passing yards; however they did give up 284 rushing yards. The big numbers on the ground are mainly due to University of Cincinnati recruit, “The Human Pinball” Jamire Westbrook.

Andrew Lay started at quarterback this week. Loveland is still looking for the starting QB which Lay is fighting for, along with Ryne Terry, and Evan Beck. On Loveland’s first drive they were forced to punt after a 3-and out, but Tiger’s defense countered with a 3-and out of their own. When the Tiger’s were pinned back at their 25 yard line they fumbled the ball and it was recovered by the Knight’s Tommy Schnee. Loveland’s powerhouse defense then held the Knights to a 41 yard field goal completion by Evan Berg. Kings went up 3-0. Loveland’s offensive drought continued the rest of the quarter; while King’s offensive reign of terror commenced. After Jamire Westbrook had a successful series of 10 yard runs, he chalked up a touchdown, and after the 2-point conversion failed, the score was 9-0. After an interception by Nick Collando, the Knight’s Jamire Westbrook punched in another touchdown. The score was 16-0. The quarter ended on a high note for Loveland with a 13 yard carry by Kylee Knabe.

It took until the second quarter for the Tigers to give the fans something to cheer about. A Jonny Brewster pass was picked off by Loveland’s Zach Elias at the Kings 35 yard line. Several good plays happened including a 10 yard pass from Andrew Lay to Wesley Kyles and a 16 yarder from Lay to Trevor Henderson. However, penalties poisoned the drive and Loveland was forced to punt. A few unsuccessful drives later, Loveland’s Jake Cornett slammed Jamire Westbrook down in the backfield to force the Knights to punt. Andrew Lay then threw an interception to the Knight’s Justin Crull on the following drive. Kings took the ball to the red-zone, but the Tigers were saved by the bell when the half ended.

Kings received to start the half. Jamire Westbrook rushed the football 18 yards to pass the elusive 100 total yards mark on his first carry. Westbrook then caught a 45 yard pass and took it to the end zone, but a penalty forced Kings to continue at the 25 yard line. The Knight’s were not fazed though, and Jamire Westbrook took in the score to put Kings up at 23-0. Andrew Lay was replaced at quarterback by Evan Beck. On the following drive after a couple of mildly successful plays, the Tiger’s came up short when they went for it on 4th and 2. On the next King’s next drive, their only successful pass occurred when Jensen Gebhart completed a 15 yard pass to Justin Crull. The Tigers got the ball back when they caught the Knights being greedy on 4th and 16. One of the few big plays for Loveland happened next when Evan Beck completed a 35 yard pass to Trevor Henderson.

The first play of the 4th was a Loveland fumble at the Kings 30 yard line which was subsequently picked up by Jonny Brewster. In consecutive plays, Brian Huffman carried the ball a total of 35 yards. King’s Evan Berg completed a 45 yard field goal to run the score up to 26-0. The Tiger fan’s were now at their breaking point and slowly trickled out of the stands. Regrettably, the game was over far before time ran out. After Evan Beck threw an interception to Justin Crull, Evan Berg completed another field goal to end the game at 29-0.

While it was a depressing game to watch I look forward to watching Jamire Westbrook in a few years when he runs the Bearcats all over Notre Dame’s defense. Loveland plays next at home against Mt. Healthy in the homecoming game. It takes place at 7:30 at Loveland High School. Be there. 

Marlatt’s Thoughts

It was a tough loss. I thought we came out flat. We practiced well, but like I tell the guys, “You can practice like an All-American, but if you don’t play well on Friday, it doesn’t mean a whole lot.” For some reason we were flat Friday. It could have been a nutrition thing, or lack of energy, for one reason or another. As a coach, I’m always searching for those answers. Are we working too hard or not working hard enough? Should we work more on technique, coach more individually with the players or work more as a team? I’m searching for those answers. I have the ultimate responsibility to get the team prepared for Friday night. We just fell flat. There are several things were changing in practice.

Next thing we look at is play calling, schemes, X’s and O’s. I’m also looking at player technique and hustle. We certainly had a lot of missed tackles. This could be because they have very talented running backs, and great blocking, or we didn’t wrap up and gang tackle. We’re having a hard time moving the ball on the ground, and until we can move the ball effectively, we’re going to continue to have problems. Iso (where the running back follows the fullback through a hole), power, sweep, and trap are our four running concepts that have worked in the past years. We are struggling getting iso and power to work.

We’ll give Kings some credit. They certainly have a nice ball club and some good running backs, but Loveland needs to eliminate mistakes. The only way we’re going to win games this year is to play with passion, and we lacked that on Friday night.

Marlatt on Mt. Healthy

Mt. Healthy has an outstanding team. They have a defensive end that has a verbal commitment to Michigan State, and he is an absolute game changer. They have a fast, and elusive quarterback who has a very strong arm as well and reminds me of the current Michigan quarterback. We’ve got our hands full against this team.

It’s homecoming week as well, so we have a lot of distractions. We can’t get caught up in the carnival atmosphere and  we must keep focused on the football game. Our middle linebacker is currently injured and we need to get him healthy, as it’s questionable if he’ll be returning this Friday. Ryne Terry will be starting this week.  Mt. Healthy is a very tough opponent and as I said before “We have no easy ones.” We’ll just need to swing our battle axe.

Watch the  LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO  highlights from the game.

Alicia Miller and Raven Richardson Awarded Loveland Initiative Scholarship

LOVELAND, OHIO - In announcing the 2010 winners of the Loveland Initiative’s Tracy Johnson Scholarship Paula Ogauh said, “These are two very impressive and busy young ladies.” In a special ceremony at the Loveland Initiative open house that was held on September 16, Alicia Miller and Raven Richardson received the $1,500 announcement.

Alicia Miller graduated from Loveland High School in 2008, had perfect attendance, was on the honor roll, and was a Loveland Initiative Cool School Tutor during her middle school and high school years.  Also, she was a volunteer at a nursing home.  Miller said, “Volunteering to help older and younger people is always something that I love to do.  It has made a difference to my community because it lets people know that there is still hope, kindness, as well as faith in this world.”

Miller is currently in her second year at Southwestern college in the Medical Administrative Assistant program and is on the Dean’s list with a 3.1 accumulative GPA. Her career goals are to obtain a master of arts degree and eventually become a pediatric doctor.

Raven Richardson graduated from Loveland High School in 2009.  She has been under various leadership positions as Captain of her cheerleading squad and represented her class as an ambassador for sportsmanship in Cincinnati.  Richardson has also participated in Big Brothers, Big Sisters, and the Martin Luther King program put on each year by the Loveland Initiative, as a service to her community.

Richardson is an alumni of The Loveland Initiative.  She started attending The Loveland Initiative’s programs when it was first organized.  She was involved in The Loveland Initiative’s Cool School program, summer camp, Teen Group, and states that her family has benefited from the Loveland Initiative toy store.  Richardson said “I enjoyed Shalom (Loveland Initiative) as a child. We were always doing something fun and exciting, which we may not have gotten to do otherwise because of  financial circumstances.”  She said the tutoring sessions at the Loveland Initiative Cool School kept her on track with school and also improved her grades. “The tutors were always kind and patient with the kids and this helped greatly. I not only became a better person from Shalom, but it also helped me to become a better student and bring me to the place I am now.”
 
Currently, Richardson is in her second year at University of Cincinnati working on a degree in communications.  She also maintains a 3.10 cumulative GPA.  Her career goal is to work in communications media. She said, “Because I believe that is the key place for getting information about programs in the public eye.”

The Tracy Johnson Scholarship Fund is funded by the proceeds of the Loveland Initiative’s annual Christmas Toy Store. Residents and businesses in the area donate needed toys and presents, and they are sold for pennies on the dollar to those who need a helping hand providing Christmas gifts for children and grandchildren. Johnson, a past resident of Westover Village Apartments, where the Initiative was located for many years, was a young woman who died from muscular dystrophy before realizing her dream to finish college. Moms who ran the program wanted to at least pay something for the gifts from the community, and decided to return the proceeds in the form of educational grants to area youth and young adults.

Army 2nd Lt. Owen C. Waits Graduates Basic

Army 2nd Lt. Owen C. Waits graduated from the Armor Officer Basic Course at Fort Knox, Ky.

The course trains Army and Marine Corps lieutenants in leadership skills, tactics, gunnery, maintenance and operational aspects of weapons and vehicles used in an armor platoon.  The course incorporates a challenging training methodology called the "Gauntlet,"  a field training exercise, experience-based learning method that combines basic armor officer students with noncommissioned officers from the U.S. Army Noncommissioned Officers Academy and captains attending the Armor Captains' Career Course.  After sixteen weeks of instruction, the second lieutenants are assigned to tank and cavalry platoons prepared to lead  mounted maneuver forces in the full spectrum of combat operations.

Waits, an armor officer, is assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 16th Cavalry Regiment, Fort Knox, Ky. 

He is the son of Adam B. and Susan L. Waits of Misty Meadow Lane, Morrow, Ohio.

Waits in 2006 from Little Miami High School, Morrow, and received a bachelor's degree in 2010 from the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, N.Y.

Smiles Change Lives - Loveland Candy Exchange

Dear Loveland Magazine Readers,

Drs. Alan Weber and Kinnith Morris, of Northeast Orthodontic Specialists, will be an official site for the Smiles Change Lives National Candy Exchange. This FREE event is to encourage kids of the community to think about healthier alternatives to candy and become more aware of the importance of oral health and oral hygiene. The duration of the event will be November 3rd from 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm at Northeast Orthodontic Specialists (3284 Montgomery Rd, Loveland, OH).

This event will benefit Smiles Change Lives (SCL), a national orthodontic charity that provides affordable braces for kids from low-income families in the community. Drs. Weber and Morrison donates their time and services to help kids achieve a healthier smile that will be a positive impact in that child’s life forever.

For more information about SCL visit www.smileschangelives.org/apply. For more information about Northeast Orthodontic Specialists visit www.cincismilefixers.com.

Thanks,
Brianna Hernandez

Grill'n Tenderloin on the Manifold of a 1917 Model-T Ford

Unusual Demonstration Planned at Chilo Park

“It’s really good and tastes just like we made it on our home grill,” said Bud Lung of Batavia, president of the NoKen Model-T Club.  Members of the NoKen and Zane Trace Model-T Clubs will cook pork tenderloin, hotdogs, applesauce, and maybe pastry on their car exhaust manifolds while driving to the Chilo Lock #34 Park Fall Back Into Time afternoon event on Sunday, October 10, 2010.  “We will have to stop a couple of times to check or turn the tenderloin on our drive to the park,” said Lung, who will be cruising to the event in his 1917 Model-T, a black touring car that can reach speeds of up to 45 miles an hour.  A dozen Model-T and some Model-A cars will take part in the afternoon cruise-in celebrating the history of the county park system.

“We invite everyone to come on out to the Chilo Lock #34 Park and see this unique car manifold cooking demonstration around noon,” said Clermont Park District Director Chris Clingman.  “This is the 85th anniversary of the Chilo Lock and Dam.  At one in the afternoon on Saturday, October 9 and Sunday, October 10, we’ll have brief presentations on how the site went from a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lock and dam to a park; there will also be naturalist-led walks around the park on those days.”

“It is a real stress buster to go driving in one of my antique cars,” said Lung who got involved in car collecting only five years ago and already has three Model-T cars and one Model-A car.  “It’s just like those potato chips; no one can have just one!  People are so friendly when they see you driving one of these cars.  They wave and come up to you to talk about the history of the car.”  Lung said that his 1917 car gets about 20 miles per gallon of gas and yes, he does have to crank it to start it.

“Having these historic cars here at the Chilo Park is a great way to celebrate the history of the parks,” said Clingman.  For more information about the Fall Back Into Time events, contact the Clermont County Park District at (513) 876-9013 or visit the website www.parks.ClermontCountyOhio.gov.  For more information about the antique car clubs call (513) 732-0067.

Pictured above: Bud Lung drives his Model-T at the Winchester Speedway.  Debbie Lung and Mary DeMaria are along for the ride.  Picture provided.