Loveland Magazine

SYMMES TOWNSHIP, OHIO NEWS – School supporters rally

SYMMES TOWNSHIP, OHIO NEWS – Supporters of an operating levy on the March 4 ballot for the Loveland City School District attended the “Stand Up for Loveland Rally and Literature Drop” on Saturday morning, before being sent off to canvass neighborhoods.

Rob Portman to Cunningham: But we love him

By Dayton Daily News

"I've got to tell you, Bill Cunningham lending his voice to this campaign is extremely important."

Former U.S. Rep. Rob Portman, there to announce his endorsement of Sen. McCain, followed Mr. Cunningham by saying, "Willie, you're out of control again. So, what else is new? But we love him," and "I've got to tell you, Bill Cunningham lending his voice to this campaign is extremely important."

Read on...  Our view: Bill Cunningham? What was Ohio GOP thinking?.

The John McCain-Bill Cunningham Con

by steve young

Bill Cunningham got punked.

At least that how the story's been sold. Backstory...

Read on... The John McCain-Bill Cunningham Con.

Ohio teachers upset over steep license fee increase

Teachers across the state are upset about a tripling in license fees that takes effect today.

The State Board of Education voted weeks ago to raise the fees, saying the money is needed to support a more-stringent system for unearthing criminal and ethical infractions within the profession.

A typical five-year license will cost $200 instead of $60.

Read on... Ohio teachers upset over steep license fee increase - cleveland.com.

Strangers give of selves

For more than six months, Diane Maute worked this zinger into all manner of polite conversation: "Got a kidney you'd be willing to donate?"

Read on... The Columbus Dispatch : Strangers give of selves.

Two in Middletown turn 104, days apart

MIDDLETOWN, Ohio -- Birthday candles may be in short supply in Middletown, where two unrelated women have turned 104 just three days apart.

Read on... The Columbus Dispatch : Two in same city turn 104, days apart.

Seat belts are used less in pickup trucks

Use also varies by age, race, gender and location, according to Miami University study.

Although seat-belt use remains steady in Ohio, pickup-truck drivers and their passengers continue to wear them less than others, according to a new study.

Read on... The Columbus Dispatch : Seat belts are used less in pickup trucks.

Flipping flapjacks so vets can take flight

Students' pancake fundraiser will send WWII veterans to D.C. memorial

Some World War II veteran, when he soon boards a plane bound for Washington, D.C., can honestly say that pancakes paid his way.

A lot of pancakes. About 1,500 pancakes. And 110 pounds of bacon, 50 pounds of sausage and 90 dozen eggs.

That's how much food 115 eighth-graders at Upper Arlington's Hastings Middle School cooked and served this week to about 375 people to raise money to send veterans to see the National World War II Memorial.

Read on... The Columbus Dispatch : Flipping flapjacks so vets can take flight.

SYMMES TOWNSHIP, OHIO NEWS – Zidron: Remember Tiger Pride

Athletes commit to colleges

SYMMES TOWNSHIP, OHIO NEWS – Seven women athletes were honored at Loveland High School on February 7. The Loveland seniors will be committing to play interscholastic athletics at the college level. High School Athletic Director Jeff Zidron said, “For all, this is both the end of a long process and the beginning of a new adventure.  Everyone of these athletes have been competing across multiple sports for over 10 years.  The number of car pools, practices, weekends, the emotional high and lows and the shear volume of practices, games and events they have been part of is astonishing.”

Addressing the student's parents in attendance, Zidron said, “To parents, this is an end of literally years of sacrifice and enjoyment. It is also the start of a level of competition your young athletes have been preparing for their entire lives.” Zidron said he hopes that the Loveland Athletic program has aided in their preparation both physically and emotional for the upcoming challenge.

Zidron told the women to remember “Tiger Pride” and you will be successful.

In the photo, from left to right:

• Ms. Laura Battaglia will be playing soccer for Transylvania University in Lexington.  Laura is a 3 year varsity letter winner and a 2008 captain.  She helped lead the Lady tigers to their finest state tournament finish in history.  Laura is also a member of the FAVC All Academic team.
• Ms. Erin Bauer will be running cross country and track for Malone College outside of Canton OH.  Erin is a 4 year varsity letter winner in both cross country and track.  In 2008 she led the Lady Tigers to our first ever state appearance.  Erin is a 3 time 1st Team All Conference runner and was named to the 2008 All City team.   Erin is also a member of the FAVC All Academic Team.
• Ms Erin Henry will be playing basketball for Warner Southern College in central Florida.  Erin is a 3 year member of the varsity Lady Tigers.  She is a winner of the 110% Tiger Award and an All FAVC Academic Team member.
• Ms. Cara Lennon will be swimming for Clemson University in South Carolina.  Cara is a 4 year varsity letter winner for our swim team.  In 2007 she won the FAVC backstroke championship and finished 3rd in the state.  Her time in the backstroke earned her All American status.  In 2008 Cara has already been named FAVC Swimmer of the Year leading the girls swim team to a 2nd place conference finish.  She is a 4 time all conference award winner.  Cara is also a member of the All FAVC Academic Team.
• Ms. Jackie Necamp will be running hurdles for Bowling Green University.  Jackie was named the 2007 FAVC Runner of the Year winning the 300 hurdles.  She has broken 2 school records and set the FAVC record in the 300 hurdles.  Jackie is also a Loveland Edward Jones Award winner.
• Ms. Genna Petersen is a 4 year varsity soccer letter winner and a 2 time All FAVC first team member.  She led the Lady Tigers to their best ever Regional Semifinal appearance losing to the eventual state champion.  Genna was named 1st Team  All City and 2nd Team All State for 2008.  she is a member of the All FAVC and All Southwest Academic Teams.
• Ms Kate Sloane will be playing soccer at Urbana University in central Ohio.  She is a 2 year varsity soccer player who was an All Conference selection her senior year.  She also helped lead the Lady Tigers to the 4th round of the state tournament.

Defending the Facts on Obama's Faith

by Jim Wallis

The occasion for the shock jock's diatribe was his introduction of Senator John McCain at a rally. To his great credit, McCain denounced the remarks when he heard about them, disassociated himself from this kind of attack, and reaffirmed that his campaign would be conducted on higher ground. Good for you, John McCain. So of course, the local loud-mouth, Bill Cunningham, quickly withdrew his support from McCain and now is denouncing him too; which, of course, was quickly picked up by his mentor, the national radio loud-mouth Rush Limbaugh (whom the local Cunningham seems to desperately "wannabe"). And, of course, Rush is now denouncing both Obama and McCain.

Read on... God's Politics - Jim Wallis blog, faith blog, religion, christian, christianity, politics, values.