Memorial Day events will be held on Monday, May 27, Memorial Day. The parade will form at Loveland Elementary School beginning at 8:15 AM and will stat at 9:00 AM, proceeding to the Veterans’ Loveland Memorial at the corner of West Loveland Avenue and Riverside Drive at the Col. Thomas Paxton Bridge. The Memorial Day ceremony is scheduled to begin at the Memorial immediately following the parade.
Terry Stouder is again leading Loveland's Memorial Day observances. He has announced that this will be his last year organizing the event and is looking for his replacement.
The over arching goal of this project is to have a positive impact on the Loveland community and world.
by David Miller
Christi and David Eaton from Miami Township have been working for about two years on a feature film called Hope Bridge.
As you are all well aware, the Loveland area has lost several people to suicide over the past several years, The Eaton family has been directly impacted.
Eaton said, "Many of you have been either involved in our
marketing our video shoot, on our prayer team, or have just asked us about
the project somewhere along the way, thank you for that."
The Eaton's have now have partnered with a very established Christian production
company called Rebel Pilgrim Productions. They have significant
experience having made several films and have relationships with key
distributors like Sony Affirm, BMG, NetFlix, RedBox and others. They
approached the Eatons about Hope Bridge and the Eatons are both very excited to be
moving forward together with these partners. "We will be filming this summer and
preparing for a 2014 release, said David Eaton. "Through Rebel, we have also partnered
with Asbury College down near Lexington, Kentucky. This Christian
university is well known for the strength of it's film production
department." This will allow Asbury students to gain experience as
part of a crew, and provides significant financial benefit with
equipment and facilities. "Basically, we will be able to produce a
film equivalent to a $500K budget for nearly half the actual budget.
This is huge," said Eaton.
So, the opportunity. The Eatons have created a "teaser" for the film outlining the investment opportunity. They
are seeking to sell 25 shares in the film to raise a total of $300,000. Many
of the shares are sold out. Eaton said, "A very saavy investor that knows Rebel
Pilgrim, jumped on board immediately with $50,000 when he heard about our
Typically, investment in a film project would be the riskiest part of someone's portfolio, but the Eatons feel blessed to be a bit different. They already have a deal lined up with BMG (Bridgestone Media Group), one of the nation's largest distributors of DVD's, to distribute the film and have committed to an advance on those sales. They looked at the project and it's potential and immediately jumped on board. They committed $125,000-$150,000 cash advance on anticipated sales of DVD's. "It is very rare for an independent film to get this kind of deal this early, but for our investors, it's great since it limits much of the downside risk." Rebel Pilgrim has also put together a theatrical deal to be in 40 cities on their current film and expect that to happen for Hope Bridge as well. "This gets us into Wal-Mart and likely into some cable deals. The opportunity is bright," Eaton said.
More importantly, this film and your investment is something that can save lives and change lives. The over arching goal of this project is to have a positive impact on the Loveland community and world. The Eatons and their supporters want to give those suffering in silence hope that there is something more in their lives.
The film is also a call to action for parents, friends and others to ask questions if they suspect something may be wrong. It is not always "typical teenage behavior," sometimes there is more to it. It's an opportunity to invest in something that can be life changing.
You can download an information package for youself to look at or pass along to someone you think may be interested. ( Download Hope Bridge Teaser) "If you are interested in hearing more about it, feel free to shoot me an e-mail at miamitrails@msn.com or call me at (513) 515-3813," Eaton urges. "I promise you, if you join on with us, it will be meaningful and possibly lucrative."
Read previous Loveland Magazine story with promotion video by Loveland Magazine.
Hear why the Eatons and other Loveland residents are so personally invested in Hope Bridge.
"Hope Bridge" a Full Length Feature Being Filmed by Local Couple
A Special Inside Look At Hope Bridge Movie
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"I find it quite frankly, insulting. I feel like Loveland is a dictatorship, anything but a democracy.”
-LPC President, Paula Aguah
by David Miller
Loveland, Oh. - Shaking, trying to read the piece of paper in his hands, City Manager, Thomas Carroll sat at the council table last Tuesday night as Paula Oguah spoke during open forum, reacting to Carroll’s letter to her about her efforts to save the historic, landmark, Predestinarian Church.
Both Aguah and Joe Schickel went to the council meeting last week to express dismay at a letter Oguah received that morning from Carroll. Oguah is President, and Schickel is the Fund Raising Chair, of the Loveland Predestinarian Church Preservation Committee (LPC), that hopes to save the historic, landmark Black church on Chestnut Street from the wrecking ball.Aguah began her comments by saying, “I must say tonight, I do not come with an olive branch.” She said she found Carroll’s letter, “Over the hill.”
In the letter, Carroll warned that the church could, in the coming weeks be demolished because the Hamilton County Department of Health has condemned the 200 year-old church because structural remedies and health problems noted by their inspection have not been remediated.
Revealed that City had historic Black church condemmed
Oguah further challenged council members to investigate who called the Health Department about problems with the taxpayer owned property resulting in it’s condemnation. Loveland Magazine has since confirmed that it was the Carroll Administration that called. The Assistant City Manager at the time, Gary Vidmar, asked for the inspection. Oguah further challenged the administration’s assertion that the agency will order the building demolished if repairs to prevent further deterioration are not soon made. She said she has spoken to the Health Department months ago and they told her that they will take no further action. Loveland Magazine has also confirmed this. Mike Samet, the Health District’s Public Information Officer said last week that they will have no further involvement unless they are called, or if someone wants to occupy the building in the future. The condemnation order, is a “Shall Not Be Occupied” order, not a demolition order.
“…Your organization will commit to covering any overages over the $80,000 budget and will continue to raise funds during the term of the lease for the structures [Sic] continued preservation, and ultimately, its restoration.” Your committee will be responsible for taxes and all other utility costs during the term of the lease.”
Carroll’s estimate will leave the exterior shell unfinished, except for a new roof. It does not include window replacement.
Carroll said in his letter, “The city will reserve the absolute right, now and into the future, to move the church building the structure [Sic] to another location at the City’s sole expense.” He estimates the cost to locate the building within 1/2 mile to be $30,000. Carroll says the City must retain the option of demolishing the church or moving it, to preserve use of the underling land for future development of an adjacent city owned 8 acres - a former gravel pit and unauthorized dumping site for some current and former businesses along Loveland Madeira Road. Schickel describes Carroll’s stated need for the underlying church land as a “red herring” that has been, “...blown up, exaggerated and it’s totally false.”
While Oguah and Schickel were at the podium, no one at the council table including the city Manager entered into a dialogue with them. After the public forum microphone was turned off, Mayor Rob Weisgerber explained why he thought the City should retain control over the property.
Since the council meeting, council-members, Paulette Leeper, Angie Settell, and Linda Cox have met with Schickel or Oguah at the church to discuss access concerns to the 8 acre parcel Carroll hopes to someday use for economic development.
For Background:
Download Carroll Letter to Paula Oguah May 10, 2013
Preservation Group Presents Plan for saving historic Black church
If you would like to contribute time or money to saving the church from the wrecking ball contact Paula Aguah at: paula@pmoguah-law.com
Editor’s Note and Disclosure: Loveland Magazine has provided
resources for LPB, and Publisher, David Miller has contributed personal
funds for the church restoration project.
Fog rolled on and off the Little Miami on Saturday. This was about 7 PM.
Premature birth is the most urgent infant health problem in the U.S. today
It was the best feel-good moment when approximately 550 residents joined together in support of the smallest citizens of Clermont County—babies—by participating in the 2013 March for Babies to benefit the March of Dimes. Miami Meadows Park was packed with strollers, families and corporate teams who raised more than $75,000 to help babies be born healthy.
Special guests at the day’s events included March for Babies Chair, David Smith and The Mason Family, the 2013 Clermont County Ambassador Family. Also, House of Representative Doug Green joined walkers on the route as local DJ Big Daddy Walker provided tunes to keep the energy high.
‘We’ve seen today how important the health of moms and babies are to the people of Clermont County,” said 2013 March for Babies Chair, David Smith. “I’m so proud to be part of a community where people come together for such a great cause. Helping our babies should be a top priority, and we’re excited about what we’ve accomplished here today.”
“It was a memorable and rewarding day for all of us,” said Heather Mason, whose son served as the 2013 Clermont County Ambassador. “When Liam was born 11 weeks premature, we decided we wanted to do everything possible to give other families a happy result. We’re honored to represent the March of Dimes today in return for all the support they’ve given us and our family.”
Premature birth is the most urgent infant health problem in the U.S. today. It affects more than half a million babies each year, including 17,007 in Ohio. In November, the March of Dimes issued its annual Premature Birth Report Card, giving the nation a “C” and Ohio a “C” grade. Babies born too soon are more likely to die or have lifelong disabilities. The March of Dimes is committed to reducing this toll by funding research to find the answers to premature birth and providing comfort and information to affected families.
The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide and its premier event, March for Babies, the March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano.org.
Social media activity like Facebook and Twitter is an important part of winning the contest
Just follow this link to the FaceBook Page of the Carmanah company and look for the several stories about what Autumn is doing here in Loveland.
"Like" "Comment" and "Share" the stories
Carmanah is impressed with the stories about Autum, but the chances of winning the FREE lights will increase dramaticly if Loveland folks show their support.
"We really need to talk more about drivers who I would suggest have more responsibility in their 2,000 plus vehicles. Crosswalk signs are routinely ignored and many drivers are clueless about what the law requires"
Councilwoman, Angie Settell spoke about "Crosswalk Safety Week" in Loveland at last night's council meeting and emphasized motorists responsibility when approaching crosswalks. She thanked "my friend Autum Binford" for her efforts promoting a "Culture of Pedestrian Safety" in the city. She also thanked businesses who allowed Autum's flyers to be placed where customers can see them.
This is the flyer that Autumn Binford and friends are placing around town to celebrate Crosswalk Safety Week in Loveland. She is promoting a "Culture of Pedestrian Safety" in the city of Loveland.
Did you get this letter?
by David Miller
Loveland, Oh. - Last week I sat down with Management Analyst Corey Schmidt and asked him to explain to Loveland Magazine readers the program now underway to switch a resident's energy provider.
By now most homeowners and businesses should have received two letter in the mail. One is a notice that your electric supplier will be switched from Duke Energy to FirstEnergy Solutions. The second, is a letter informing you that your gas supplier will no longer be Duke Energy, but IGS Energy.
Voters allowed this program to move forward last fall when they approved two energy aggregation ballot issues.
Since that time the city has hired an energy consultant who has negotiated lower "bulk" prices for the community. The rates are lower than customers are currently paying.
The energy aggregation program allows residents to benefit from bulk purchasing power, according to Schmidt.
The "opt-out letters" from IGS Energy and FirstEnergy show the City of Loveland’s logo.
Those receiving opt-out letters will be automatically enrolled in the program unless they choose to opt-out. There is no cost for enrollment, and you do not need to do anything to be enrolled.
If you chose not to be part of the program, you must take action and respond to the letters you receive.
In the interview, Schmidt talks about the origins of the program beginning with voter approval, and tells you what rates you will soon be paying. He also explains why some customers will not receive these letters, and what to do if you later change your mind. He also explains why the city chose to offer residents and businesses the "opt out" option.
Schmidt asks that if you have questions regarding gas aggregation, call IGS Energy at 1-800-280-4474. For questions about electric aggregation call FirstEnergy Solutions at 1-866-636-3749. For general inquiries, call Schmidt at 513-707-1455.
Community invited to view LES ‘Bottle Buddy’ creations on display at Loveland Public Library
Loveland Elementary School (LES) students in Paul Tanaka’s fourth grade class didn’t simply learn about famous Ohioans during history studies; the students created “Bottle Buddies” of the celebrated historic figures.
“An extraordinary biography will have parallel features of a memorable lesson: heart, enthusiasm, creativity, and research,” said Tanaka. “It’s tremendously motivating to help students create a masterpiece using their unique gifts and talents.”
All 50 Bottle Buddies that make up the class project are on display for the community to view at the Loveland Public Library until Friday, May 17.
“We are thrilled the Loveland Public Library thought this lesson was worthy of display,” said Jennifer Forren, LES principal. “This is just one more example of how our teachers think outside of the textbook to help our students learn, and we are proud to have this project available for the community to enjoy.”
Grant from FINRA to fund ‘Smart investing@your library’ program for students
The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County was one of 14 public libraries nationwide chosen through a competitive process to win a grant to fund “Smart investing@your library” teen workshops at selected branch locations.
The $57,853 grant was awarded from the American Library Association (ALA) in partnership with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Investor Education Foundation. The Library will work with The Ohio State University Extension Office to develop and present the workshops, which were created to improve teen financial literacy.
“It’s an honor to be selected for this generous grant from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. We’re excited to deliver information that helps teenagers build a brighter financial future,” said Kimber L. Fender, the Eva Jane Romaine Coombe Director of the Library.
The “Smart investing@your library” workshops are designed to engage teens with hands-on activities, games, and materials for better understanding of personal finance topics. A related website will offer a booklist for teens, money tips, games, web comics, and video blogs. Teens who attend a workshop will receive a special pack of supplies, including books.
“Libraries are paying close attention to their communities’ needs and aspirations, and can respond in creative, sustainable ways to help residents achieve financial goals for themselves and their families,” said Gerri Walsh, President of the FINRA Foundation.
Smart investing@your library workshops:
To reserve a spot, call 513-369-6960 or visit: "http://teenspace.cincinnatilibrary.org/FINRAgrant".
The AFSP would like to personally invite you to take part in a historic event for suicide prevention in Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention has organized its first LGBTQ Conference and Comedy Event, inviting world famous comedian Jason Stuart (www.jasonstuart.com) to the Tri-State.
The suicide rate in the LGBTQ group is very high across the country. Multiple studies in the United States and abroad have shown that lesbian, gay and bisexual adolescents attempt suicide at a rate three to six times that of comparably aged heterosexual youth. This conference will give professionals in the mental health fields as well as community members the information they need for suicide prevention and education. The conference will consist of LGBTQ suicide portrayal, suicide contagion, bullying, transgender identity issues, the role of the family, and public protection information.
To register for this event click the link below:
Register
Every second Saturday in May letter carriers in more than
10,000 cities and towns across America deliver much more than mail when
they walk and drive along their postal routes. They also collect the
goodness and compassion of their postal customers who participate in the
NALC Stamp Out Hunger National Food Drive – the largest one-day food
drive in the nation and probably the world.
Loveland's letter carriers will be collecting, and the food they collect will be delivered to our "First Class" L.I.F.E. food pantry located in the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church on Lebanon Road.
Led by letter carriers represented by the National Association of Letter Carriers (AFL-CIO), with the help of rural letter carriers, other postal employees and numerous other volunteers, the drive has resulted in delivery of more than one billion pounds of donations to community food banks and pantries over the past 20 years.
Carriers collect non-perishable food donations left by mailboxes and in post offices and deliver them to local community food banks, pantries and shelters. Nearly 1,500 local NALC branches in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam and the Virgin Islands are involved in the drive.
The U.S. Postal Service and Campbell Soup Company are major supporters of the drive. Campbell Soup also earmarked an additional 1 million pound canned food donation to the drive. Other supporters are AARP, Feeding America, Publix, Valassis/Red Plum, Cox Target Media and its Valpak Direct Marketing Systems, the nationwide direct mail marketing firm, which promotes the drive on 40 million packets delivered to postal customers.
The drive also relies on the backing of the National Rural Letter Carriers Association, the Feeding America food bank network, the United Way of America and its local United Ways, the AFL-CIO Community Services network, Uncle Bob's Self Storage and countless local sponsors.
All citizens need do is to place a box or can of non-perishable food next to their mailbox before their letter carrier delivers mail every second Saturday in May. The carrier will do all the rest. The food is taken back to a postal station, sorted, and then delivered to an area food bank or pantry. There it is available for needy families.
With more than 50 million people facing hunger every day in America, including nearly 17 million children, this drive is one way people can help those right in their own city or town who need help.
The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has received a number of accolades over the years, including two Presidential Certificates of Achievement.
Help the U.S. Postal Service stamp out hunger!
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