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The Making Of Romney/Portman Storm Relief Event in Dayton

But the last-minute nature of the call for donations left some in the campaign concerned that they would end up with an empty truck. So the night before the event, campaign aides went to a local Wal-Mart and spent $5,000 on granola bars, canned food, and diapers to put on display while they waited for donations to come in, according to one staffer.  Read on at BuzzFeed...

 

GM blasts Romney of living in 'parallel universe' over auto bailout 'flip-flop' in ad

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney's auto bailout Ohio radio ad is prompting some pushback from General Motors, who have termed the ad as part of a 'parallel universe'.

"We've clearly entered some parallel universe during these last few days. No amount of campaign politics at its cynical worst will diminish our record of creating jobs in the U.S. and repatriating profits back to this country," Politico quoted GM spokesman Greg Martin, as saying.  Read on at Ohio Standard...

 

Romney Blurs Campaigning Line At Ohio Event

Governor Mitt Romney's campaign converted a Dayton, Ohio, campaign stop into a "relief" event for victims of Sandy. But it still bore many of the hallmarks of a traditional campaign event. The Romney campaign was also responding to questions about comments the Republican presidential nominee made last year about partially privatizing and devolving to states certain functions of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.  Listen to Report at NPR...

 

Poll: Obama Maintains Stubborn Advantage in Ohio

New CBS News/New York Times/Quinnipiac University polls released early on Wednesday show President Obama and Mitt Romney running neck-and-neck in Florida and Virginia, while Obama maintains his 5-point lead in Ohio, a state considered critical to both candidates.  Read on at National Journal...

 

Poll Shows Ohio Working Class May Be Key to Obama Re-election

COLUMBUS, Ohio — As President Obama and Mitt Romney enter the closing week of the presidential race, where the 18 electoral votes of Ohio are seen by both sides as critical to victory, Mr. Obama’s ability to prevent erosion among working-class voters may be his best path to re-election.  Read on at New York Times...

 

Obama Rebuts Romney's Jeep, Auto Claims in Ohio

The Obama campaign released a TV ad Monday aimed at halting a Mitt Romney offensive on the automobile industry in must-win Ohio. The new Obama ad challenges Romney’s claim in his own ad that he would “do more for the auto industry” than Obama, as well as the ad’s incorrect implication that Chrysler is moving Jeep production from Ohio to China.  Read on at National Journal...

 

Cleveland Plain Dealer Editorial: Flailing in Ohio, Romney rolls out Jeep ploy: editorial

Canton Repository: Obama camp counters Romney’s falsehood about Jeep

Toledo Blade: Ad targets Romney on Jeep issue

Dayton Daily News: Auto bailout flashpoint during candidate visits

Toledo Blade: Clinton, Biden call Jeep ad deceptive

Toledo Blade: Obama campaign releases its own Jeep to China ad

Columbus Dispatch: Rhetoric returns to auto bailout

Morning Journal: Local auto workers union protests Romney’s comments

Plunderbund: [Updated] Will Ohio Media Report Romney’s Lies About Jeep? Answer: “Oh Boy.”

Loveland, You Have Problems

Dear Loveland Magazine Readers,
 
I live in the Lebanon area, but this year I had the opportunity to participate in two of Loveland’s great parades, on the 4th of July and at the Loveland H.S. Homecoming. I thought it would be fun, so I agreed to provide my car to escort your council person, Angie Settell, in the events.
 
The first parade was fun, but I could sense a certain brinksmanship between the seasoned politicians and the newcomer. Angie didn’t say much, but there was just tension in the air. I couldn’t really put my finger on it.
 
A couple of months later, at the Homecoming parade, Angie was joined by Linda Cox. I overheard some of their discussions, and it appears to me that pressure and intimidation beyond the normal workings of a city council is in play. In my opinion, your old-line politicians want to return to the good old days, and they want the new blood out of your council.
 
As residents, you folks have two great ladies (Angie and Linda) on council who are trying to stand up for what is best for your community. Those of you who know Angie know she’s not your normal politician, and is trying to work for your town as the responsible business professional she is.
 
The events that transpired during this second parade really drove this point home for me. Angie and Linda try to play by the rules, so when we were asked to arrive at 3:30 PM for the 6:30 PM parade, they complied. We were assigned spot #4, parked the car and went for an early dinner. Shortly before 6:30, Mr. Weisgerber and Mr. Bednar’s truck arrived. Although the staging spots were large, Mr. Weisgerber parked less than 3 feet from my Corvette. I admit that even I felt intimidated. He subsequently told Angie that he was going in front of her, and that the Bednar truck would as well. I really was surprised at how close Mr. Bednar’s truck came to my Corvette as we pulled out, but I had heard enough about the continual intimidation, so we went directly behind the mayor.
 
You won’t see my car in your parades anymore. I don’t need to be treated like this, and I don’t have a dog in this fight. But I will say this: When you see the denigrating articles in the Herald, or you see Angie and Linda being pushed to the back of the parade, realize these intimidating moves are intended to return the “Good Old Boys (and girl)” back to the comfort of their “Club”. It’s up to you to send THEM a message with your votes when they are up for election.
 
Bob Dransman
Software Development Manager, retired

Daylight Savings Time Ends Sunday, November 4

Loveland School Foundation $5,000 Challenge

A friend of Loveland Schools Foundation has offered alumni, faculty, parents and the community a challenge – matching funds up to $5,000.00 for every dollar donated to the Foundation from now until December 19, 2012.  Read on...

First Lady Michelle Obama to Speak at Miami University on Saturday, November 3

President to be in Cincinnati Sunday - Details not Yet Available

On Saturday, November 3, First Lady Michelle Obama will travel to Ohio, where she will speak  at Miami University.

The First Lady’s events are free and open to the public. Tickets are required due to limited space, and will be available to the public starting on a first-come, first-served basis at the pick-up locations below.

MIAMI UNIVERSITY

WHAT:          First Lady Michelle Obama Speaks to Grassroots Supporters at Miami University

WHEN:          Press/Public Access: 11:30 AM EDT

WHERE:       Withrow Court at Miami University, 201 Tallawanda Road, Oxford, OH 45056

Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the following locations starting on Thursday, November 1, beginning at 10:00 AM EDT, and will continue if tickets are still available on Friday, November 2, beginning at 10:00 AM EDT.

Organizing for America – Oxford

32 West Walnut Street

Oxford, OH 45056

Organizing for America – Hamilton

112 North 2^nd Street

Hamilton, OH 45011

Settell Talks Taxes, Rate Increases, and Improved Financial Condition of City Budget

These LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEOS, presented in two parts, are from an interview conducted Tuesday with Loveland Councilwoman, Angie Settell.

Settell was asked about the up-coming income tax vote on the Loveland ballot November 6, and about other tax increases facing residents in the next two years; Fire and EMS, and a school levy. She also discusses the water and sewer rate increases residents face.

In Part 2, Settell discuses the improving financial condition of the City, because of a large increase in current income tax collection and an unexpected $200,000 that will be received from Estate Tax collection.

 

 

Art to Wear Fashion Show and Auction

You can vote early at the following locations

Hamilton County Board of Elections

824 Broadway
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Get directions

Hours and additional info

• October 29: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• October 30: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• October 31: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• November 1: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• November 2: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• November 3: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• November 4: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
• November 5: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Warren County Administration Building

406 Justice Dr.
Lebanon, OH 45036

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Hours and additional info

• October 29: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• October 30: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• October 31: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• November 1: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• November 2: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• November 3: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• November 4: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
• November 5: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Clermont County Board of Elections

76 S. Riverside Drive
Batavia, OH 45103

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Hours and additional info

• October 29: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• October 30: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• October 31: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• November 1: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• November 2: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• November 3: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• November 4: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
• November 5: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

President Obama’s Campaign Visit to Cincinnati Wednesday is Cancelled

CHICAGO -- Due to Hurricane Sandy, President Obama will no longer travel to Ohio for campaign events on Wednesday. The President will remain in Washington, DC to monitor the impact of and response to the hurricane.

Paul Newbold has committed to play lacrosse at West Point

Loveland High School senior lacrosse All-American

Going into the spring of 8th grade, young Paul Newbold was at a cross-roads in his athletic career; stay put in baseball or follow more and more of his buddies to the lacrosse field. The diamond was his first love. But the previous year, Loveland High had established itself as a local lacrosse power, coming a few goals shy of bringing home the school’s first-ever team

Paul Newbold will play for the Army Black Knights

sport state championship.

 With many of the middle school’s top athletes already playing lacrosse, and a chance to spend a spring learning the game in a middle school program that itself had recently made an appearance in the state finals, lacrosse it was. Since then, Newbold has not looked back. 

In September, Loveland High School senior Paul Newbold, a 2012 USILA All-American selection at goalkeeper, committed to attend and play lacrosse at the United States Military Academy at West Point. 

“My older brother Andrew (2010 USILA All-American, Loveland HS, now at Div I Sacred Heart) helped convince me to try it,” said Newbold. “I started as a defenseman, but freshman year my coaches urged me to switch to goalie.”

The pace of the game stood out for Paul. “I love the quickness of the game and how it requires you to think on your feet,” he said.  “I’m really looking forward to the challenge of playing at the Division I level.”

Newbold was courted by multiple colleges including Sacred Heart, Providence, Lynchburg and Limestone. 

“I wanted to go to West Point because of the opportunity to serve my country, the high level of education, and the chance to play against the best competition in college lacrosse,” he said. “West Point is a great fit because I want to become an engineer and they have one of the best programs in the country.” 

A two-sport athlete, Paul earned varsity letters in both lacrosse and football.  In three varsity seasons, Paul has an astounding 489 career saves (212 in 2012).  His 2012 save percentage was .684%, with a miserly 5.65 goals against.  Coached by Mark Lynch at Loveland High, Newbold has earned multiple lacrosse honors, including All-American, All-Region and All-State recognition.  Off the field, he excels in the classroom, carrying a 3.2 GPA.

Heading into his final season, Paul reflected on his success as the center of the Tigers defensive core.  

“I’m excited to play my senior season with the Tigers, wearing orange and black, leaving it all on the field.  Our team has improved a great deal and I’m looking forward to one more season with my teammates,” Newbold said. “It’s been great to play at Loveland High and for Coach Lynch.  His experience as an NCAA goalie and his coaching have been a huge contribution to my success.”

Mark Lynch thinks highly of his standout goalie.  “Paul has come a long way in a short amount of time.  He has all the traits of an elite level goalie - strong work ethic, solid technique, God-given natural ability, size, mental toughness,” he noted.  “The Loveland coaching staff is very proud of his lacrosse accomplishments, and even more proud of his decision to serve in the United States Army.”

With the recruiting process behind him, Newbold will now prepare himself for his final season with the Tigers and his future with the Army Black Knights.

 

More Than 3000 Without Power In Ohio

Strong winds have left thousands without power in Ohio, including more than 1,200 customers in Franklin County.  Read on...

Camp Rock at Loveland Middle School Nov. 1 - 3

Over 90 students auditioned for the upcoming production of Disney’s Camp Rock, and 57 were selected as members of the cast and crew.  For a complete list of the cast and crew, click here

The show, which will be in the middle school auditorium, will open Thursday, November 1st at 7 p.m.  Additional show times will be on Friday, November 2nd, and Saturday, November 3rd, with a matinee at 2 p.m. on Saturday as well.

Tickets will be available to the public the week of October 22nd, at the attendance desks at LHS, LMS and LIS or from Ginger Kroncke at rehearsals.  Ticket prices are $8 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens.

Camp Rock is a classic story of rivalry and power. Mitchie and her friends arrive at Camp Rock, ready to spend another summer jamming and having the time of their lives. But the new, flashy Camp Star across the lake now threatens Camp Rock’s very existence. To keep the doors open, Mitchie steps up, rallies her fellow Camp Rockers, and gets them into top shape for the ultimate showdown. The music and choreography will get everyone clapping and singing along.

Loveland Residents Gregory Ahrens and Glenn Bellamy Distinguished As Top Attorneys

 

Gregory Ahrens and Glenn Bellamy, partners with Wood Herron & Evans, the region’s largest Intellectual Property law firm, have been selected by their peers to be listed among the top Ohio attorneys for professionalism and achievements.

Selected for inclusion in 2013 Best Lawyers in America in the field of Litigation – Intellectual Property and in 2013 Ohio Super Lawyers, Ahrens’ focus areas are chemicals/materials science, litigation/dispute resolution, patents, and trademarks. He currently serves on the firm's Executive Committee. This is not the first time he has been recognized. Ahrens was also listed in The Best Lawyers in America® each year from 2006 to 2012, and in Ohio Super Lawyers  from 2007 to 2012.

Bellamy has been listed in 2013 Ohio Super Lawyers in the field of Intellectual Property Litigation. He has more than two decades of intellectual property litigation, patent and trademark prosecution, and U.S. Customs enforcement experience. Bellamy counsels clients on strategic plans for Intellectual Property protection of everything from firearms and hydraulic machinery to toys and games.

Both The Best Lawyers in America and Ohio Super Lawyers listings distinguish the top attorneys as determined through extensive peer-review evaluations. No more than five percent of attorneys statewide are selected to be among the respected list of Super Lawyers.

St. Columban Supports Breast Cancer Research

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The St. Columban School Student Council sponsored their annual collection this month to support breast cancer research.  Hot pink sunglasses and buttons designed by the students were sold and donations were also taken, resulting in $1,000 donation to this worthy cause.

Beyond Boundaries Event Cancelled

Due to concerns about weather conditions, the “Beyond Boundaries” meeting that was scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30, at the Loveland Intermediate School Media Center has been cancelled.

A reschedule date will be issued.

Sandy to Bring High Winds to Area

Loveland Schools to Partner with Loveland Magazine

A Message From the Loveland School District:

The Loveland City School District is thankful that we are able to partner with Loveland Magazine to share weather related school information with our community. Loveland Magazine is a valued local partner in sharing information with our community. In addition to our partnership with Loveland Magazine, the Loveland City School District will also continue to use phone notification, posts on the district website, Facebook/Twitter, and local media as means to share information about potential closures/delays caused by winter weather. 

“We are committed to providing information in multiple venues,” said Loveland Superintendent Dr. John Marschhausen. “We will use all reasonable resources to disseminate important announcements.”

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for the next 24 hours.  In addition, the Weather Channel has shared an Icy Precipitation Alert for the overnight hours. 

“The safety of our students is of the utmost importance to us,” said Marschhausen.  “We encourage all students and parents to leave a little extra time when preparing for school tomorrow, as the commute may take longer than normal. If we are able to safely get students to school, even if it takes a little extra time, we will do so. For some of our new drivers this may be the first opportunity to travel in winter precipitation. Be cautious, take some additional time and travel safely.”

Look for this LOGO below for important School Snow Days Delays.

Annual Fall Show at ART HOUSE II

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Annual Fall Show at ART HOUSE II

430 W. Loveland Avenue

Loveland OH 45140

Runs November 4th - 13

Hours: Daily 1-6 pm, including weekends.

Opening Reception Sunday Nov. 4th from 1 to 4pm.

Other hours by arrangement call 513-583-5267 or 513-683-0349

 

The show features over 100 oil paintings by local Landscape Artist DEIRDRE DYSON.  It includes local scenes from Loveland and around this area plus work painted on location in Florida, New Mexico and many other locations.

Browsers are welcome and encouraged at any time during show opening hours.

Directions: Half a block east (towards River) of traffic Light at Wall Street and West Loveland Avenue. Next door to Quilt Shop. Parking in rear.

VIEW On-line Gallery

 

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We've Got Your Holiday Shoppers - and They're Ready to "Shop Local"

 

In Case Tiger Fans are Wondering...

The 273 yards that Senior tailback Graham Peters ran on Friday in the 17-0 win over Milford was short of a school record. Athletic Director Jeff Zidron says that the school record is 308 yards by Jack McCoy in 1966.

Loveland High School's season record is 1358 by Jack McCoy in 1967.

Peters totaled 1,235 yds. this season according to the ECC. He had only 3 fumbles this year, averaged 123.5 yds. per game, and 4.8 per carry. He scored 12 touchdowns this year.

 

Here are final standings in ECC play, its inaugural season:

Football - Standings

Updated: 10/26/2012

Season: 2012

Standings
	Conference				OVERALL
TEAMS	W-L	PCT	PF	PA	W-L	PCT	PF	PA	STRK
Turpin	6 - 0	1.000	200	57	10 - 0	1.000	332	111	W10
Kings	4 - 2	.667	124	89	6 - 4	.600	210	182	W5
Loveland	3 - 3	.500	110	69	6 - 4	.600	190	130	W1
Glen Este	3 - 3	.500	86	106	4 - 6	.400	145	194	L2
Anderson	3 - 3	.500	188	188	3 - 7	.300	252	342	L4
Walnut Hills	2 - 4	.333	100	124	5 - 5	.500	199	198	L1
Milford	0 - 6	.000	46	221	1 - 9	.100	148	338	L6

 

State of the Schools address 8 PM Thursday, Nov. 8

Loveland Superintendent, Dr. John Marschhausen will present the annual State of the Schools address 8 PM Thursday, Nov. 8, in the Middle School Auditorium.

The State of the Schools address follows the regular Board meeting that begins at 6 PM in the Media Center of the Intermediate School.

Separately, he plans to host a series of “School House” meetings to offer the public an opportunity to get questions answered (dates and locations are listed below). In addition, Marschhausen will participate in a “Java Week” prior to Thanksgiving – setting up at Starbucks to chat with Loveland residents about the state of the district.

 

School House Meetings:

6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15 – Loveland High School Media Center

4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18 – Loveland Intermediate School Media Center

 

Java Week (Loveland Starbucks):

7 a.m. - 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 19

8 a.m. - 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20

10 a.m. - Noon Wednesday, Nov. 21 

Mulvey Thanks Barrett Dannemiller and Danny McManus for Football Stats

In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO sports reporter Ricky Mulvey thanks Barrett Dannemiller and Danny McManus for all of the help they have given him and Loveland Magazine during the football season.

The pair have provided help to Mulvey in the press box during each Tiger football game for the last three years. Mulvey said he owes them, "An enormous amount of gratitude."

 

 

 

Latest Information on Sandy for Loveland Area

From the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio Sunday night:

 

Loveland 17 Milford 0

Milford, Ohio - The Tigers completed their 5th shutout in the seasons final game on Friday, beating the Eagles 17-0. Senior tailback Graham Peters ran for 273 yards and scored on a 23 yard run, his last game in a Tiger uniform. Loveland did not make the cut for post season play.

Evan Burig kicked a 27 yd field goal in the 3rd quarter. Quarterback Giovanni Ricci scored from 2 yards in the 3rd, and Max Olberding kicked 2 extra points.

This LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO is game highlights and Ricky Mulvey's Post Game Rap.

 

Friday, October 26, 2012
17 Loveland	1 2 3 4 T   LVL 0 7 10 0 17     MIL 0 0 0 0 0	0   Milford

Scoring Summary
			2nd Quarter	LVL	MIL
LVL	TD	11:46	Graham Peters 23 YD RUN (Max Olberding KICK)	7	0
			3rd Quarter	LVL	MIL
LVL	FG	06:40	Evan Burig 27 YD	10	0
LVL	TD	01:33	Giovanni Ricci 2 YD RUN (Max Olberding KICK)	17	0

Team Stat Comparison
	LVL	MIL
1st Downs	20	6
Total Yards	374	94
Passing Completions	2	0
Passing Attempts	5	5
Passing Yards	22	0
Passing Average	4.4	0.0
Rushing Attempts	49	39
Rushing Yards	352	94
Rushing Average	7.2	2.4
3rd Down Efficiency	4-8	2-11
4th Down Efficiency	0-0	0-2
Penalties	4-45	7-36
Turnovers	5	1
Possession	23:05	24:55

 

Go to ECC Website for Complete Game Stats.

 

"Hold On Talent Slam" Offers $3,500 Cash for High School Students

 

Cold Cash

Crisp, New $1K Bill

Awarded as Top Prize

 

Loveland, Ohio - The result of Loveland Magazine's successful Poetry Slam last April is a more comprehensive celebration of local high school talent. On Saturday, February 2, 2013, the "Hold On Talent Slam" will celebrate contestants in all performing arts.

$3,500 in total cash will be awarded, including a crisp, new, $1,000 bill for the most talented among area high school students.

The Slam will be at the Loveland Artists Studios on Main, the same venue as the Poetry Slam.

It is co-sponsored and hosted by Loveland Magazine which has offices in the historic school building near the Loveland Post office. Also sponsoring are Shawn and Chandra Custis, owners of the arts building, A.S.A.P. (Andrew's Suicide and Awareness and Prevention) a ministry of Epiphany United Methodist Church, and Loveland High School Active Minds.

The Loveland Artists Studios on Main was chosen because of the eclectic nature of the historic building and its appeal to young contestants preforming on stage in the main art gallery.

In addition to Shawn and Chandra Custis donating use of his building, Shawn is providing some of the $3,500 cash prize and also offering thousands of dollars worth of college tuition credits for use at many of Ohio's most prestigious colleges.

The Hold On Talent Slam will be free and open to the public. Doors will open at 6 PM, so visitors can tour the studio, home to 30 local artists.

Talent will be on stage at 7 PM.

The Slam has no entry free, however those interested in slaming their talents must audition by electronic submission.

E-mail [email protected] for audition instructions or other questions. You can also call: 513-314-6719.

The public, fans and friends alike will be eligible for many valuable door prizes at this free event. Drinks, snacks, and light food fare will be on hand.

 

Check out the "Hold On Talent Slam" Event Page

 

Loveland Schools Review 5-Year Financial Forcast

At the Board of Education business meeting on October 16, board members had the opportunity to review the district’s five-year forecast. Outside consultant Ernest Strawser with Public Finance Resources, Inc. presented the data. He compares Loveland's spending with similar districts,  and the challenge of constraining spending. He talked about where the District's income comes from and how long it will be adquate to maintain current services.

“We are not on the ballot this year, and we won’t be on the ballot next year because we have been able to extend the 2011, 3.5 mill tax levy into 2014,” said Brett Griffith, Loveland treasurer. “We continually look every day to see where we can cut expenses or avoid them altogether, and so far our efforts have been met with success.”

The five-year forecast can be found on the Treasurer’s page of the Loveland School website.

This LOVELAND MAGAZINE VIDEO is Strawser's Presentation at the Board meeting. Relax and be informed; this is a 21-minute presentation.

 

AP Scholar Awards for 67 Loveland High School Students

The Loveland School District announced 67 students at Loveland High School have earned AP Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP Exams.

 

“Our students’ performance on the College Board’s Advance Placement Tests is a true reflection on the exceptional preparation Loveland High School students receive for college-level work,” said Dr. John Marschhausen, Loveland superintendent. “Our students, parents, counselors and teachers all play an important part in the academic growth of our students. Our entire Tiger family should be proud that 67 students have earned this honor. This is a perfect example of how Loveland is preparing the students of today for tomorrow.”

 

The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program® (AP) provides willing and academically prepared students with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses while still in high school, and to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP Exams. About 18 percent of the more than 1.9 million students worldwide who took AP Exams performed at a sufficiently high level to also earn an AP Scholar Award.

 

“Each year we are expanding our AP offerings,” said Marschhausen. “Loveland offers both traditional AP courses and digital AP courses. We are proud we are able to provide students with many options in order to challenge each student to reach his/her highest potential.”

 

The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students’ performance on AP Exams.

 

At Loveland High School:

 

One student qualified for the National AP Scholar Award by earning an average score of 4 or higher on a five-point scale on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. This student is Kenneth Li.

 

Thirty two students qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. These students are Andrew Albert, Haley Edison, Mary K. Fisher, Alexandra Gonzales, Erik Henderson, Carly Jewell, Amy Kamperman, Kenneth Li, Michael Louis, Megan Main, Reece Martinez, Matthew Morrison, Alexander Neal, Allen Osgood, Nick Papa, Zana Percy, Grant Portune, Mahbod Pourriahi, Anna Ralph, Kathryn Rice, Kyle Richardson, Nicole Santos, Emily Shelton, Rupert Sizemore, Craig Slusher, Emily Tedford, Jerry Thomas, David Trate, Lauren Wachenfeld, Thomas Wassel, Katherine Winoker, and Elizabeth Worsham.

 

Thirteen students qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. These students are Natalie Dall, Drew Demmerle, Carson Dudley, Claire Eschenbach, Elizabeth Foster, Griffin Hodges, Abigail Hoff, Nicholas Jerdack, Cameron Kahrs, John Lundeen, Evan Lynch, Akaash Sheth, and Christopher Sloane.

 

Twenty two students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP Exams with scores of 3 or higher. The AP Scholars are Samuel Bowdler, Sarah Brizzolara, Jacob Carlsen, Oliver Ceccopieri, Drew Dannemiller, John Despotakis, Austin Dewees, Christopher Doarn, Jessica Duncan, Daniela Fisher, Ryan Fisher, Renee Koth, Daniel Miller, Jenna Myklebust, Kersin Nilsson, Ekenedilichu Okafor, Ogonna Ononye, Rune Percy, Marie Policastro, Sean Rice, David Salay and Joel Taylor. 

 

Loveland High School Senior Service Day Moves Beyond Classroom

Nicole Henderson, Katherine Shoals, Lydia Vance and Arianna Ranieri

Loveland, Ohio - Loveland High School seniors got a unique opportunity to take a lesson outside of the classroom, participating in the first ever Senior Service Day. More than 300 students volunteered at one of seven agencies, as they learned a valuable lesson on giving back. 

“This project involved our entire senior class,” said Chris Kloesz, Loveland High School principal. “They are the perfect class to participate in such a virtuous opportunity, and I know they will take so much away from this unique experience.”

The seniors began the Loveland Senior Service Day listening to speakers and doing small group work before taking a break for lunch then heading out to put their service lesson into practical use. Near Loveland’s C. Roger Nisbet Park, students planted nearly 1,000 dogwood trees for the residents to enjoy for years to come. Over in Blue Ash, another 50 Loveland seniors got busy completing projects for Matthew 25 Ministries, while back in Loveland at the elementary school dozens more seniors gave Granny’s Garden a facelift. The other agencies benefiting from the lesson included Cincinnati Parks, Grailville, Green Acres and the Cincinnati SPCA.

“Getting this hands-on experience is a tremendous opportunity for our students to understand what it means to be a member of this community,” said Dr. John Marschhausen, Loveland superintendent. “In just a few, short months this class will leave our halls for good and make their way in the world. We see this project as one more way we are working to think outside the box to prepare our students for tomorrow, today.”

Little Miami Superintendent Talks About Lower Report Card

Little Miami Superintendent Greg Power Releases Statement after District falls in State Report Card

Read the Report Card

Since my last post, Little Miami received word that our district’s rating had dropped from “Excellent” to “Effective” on the Ohio Dept. of Education’s school report card.

As I said in media accounts at the time, this was bad news, but it was not entirely unexpected. The financial challenges we have faced over the last three years have profoundly affected what goes on in our classrooms. When state minimum operating standards have been imposed upon by us a state oversight commission, it can’t help but show up in the academic performance of our students.

State News

Romney campaign may shift focus to Wisconsin in face of Obama lead in Ohio to bag electoral numbers

With President Barack Obama maintaining a four point lead in Ohio polls over Mitt Romney, the Republican presidential candidate's campaign is contemplating a shift in its electoral map, according to a report.

The Romney team's pathway to denying Obama a second term in office, which once seemed premised on taking back the Buckeye State, is increasingly shifting focus on the major battleground state of Wisconsin.  Read on at Ohio Standard...

Obama maintains 4-point-lead over Romney in 'major swing state' Ohio

US President Barack Obama continues to lead Republican rival Mitt Romney by 4 points in the swing state of Ohio, a new poll has showed.  Read on at Ohio Standard...

 

Candy-looking laundry soap a danger for tots

Those pre-measured laundry-soap pods that seem so convenient might pose a risk to your little ones.

Last year, the Central Ohio Poison Center took 97 calls about children exposed to the pods, said Henry Spiller, a nurse and toxicologist who directs the center.

So far this year, there have been 122 calls.  Read on at Columbus Dispatch...

 

State GOP won’t pull ‘rapist’ ad

A defiant state GOP yesterday rejected calls from the Ohio Bar Association to stop airing political ads on behalf of Supreme Court Justice Robert R. Cupp that accuse his Democratic challenger of being soft on rapists.  Read on at Columbus Dispatch...

 

Democrat tops in funding for Supreme Court race

The big-money Ohio Supreme Court race this year features the only Democratic member of the seven-justice court.  Read on at Columbus Dispatch...

 

Is voter fraud being committed in Ohio?

Two volunteer poll workers at an Ohio voting station told Human Events that they observed van loads of Ohio residents born in Somalia — the state is home to the second-largest Somali population in the United States — being driven to the voting station and guided by Democratic interpreters on the voting process. No Republican interpreters were present, according to these volunteers.  Read on at Human Events...

 

Issue 2: Website looks inside redistricting

The coalition pushing for a new process for drawing Ohio’s legislative and congressional districts unveiled a new website this week that allows people to take a closer look at the politics behind the recent mapping process.  Read on at Columbus Dispatch...

 

GOP calls pro-Obama pizza party illegal

Giving free pizzas to college students is a crime, says the Ohio Republican Party.

That’s because those pies represented an illegal inducement to vote by supporters of President Barack Obama, state GOP Chairman Robert T. Bennett says in a complaint filed with the Franklin County Board of Elections.  Read on at Cloumbus Dispatch...

 

 

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President Obama in Cincinnati Wednesday

Tickets are available online at https://my.barackobama.com/page/s/obama-cincinnati-oct-31

 

On Wednesday, October 31, President Obama will deliver remarks at a grassroots event in Cincinnati, Ohio.

            EVENT LOCATION: Duke Energy Convention Center (525 Elm Street)

DOORS OPEN: 8am EDT, Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Ticket Distribution Information for Members of the Public:  Tickets are available for the President’s event in Cincinnati. The event is free and open to the public, but tickets or the online RSVP form are required for entrance. One ticket per person will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets are available online at https://my.barackobama.com/page/s/obama-cincinnati-oct-31 or to pick up your ticket, visit one of the following locations beginning TOMORROW, Sunday, October 28 from 5pm EDT to 9pm EDT and continuing on Monday, October 29 starting at 10am EDT.

Duke Energy Convention Center

525 Elm Street

Cincinnati, OH 45202

 

OFA-Ohio Forest Park Field Office

1240 West Kemper Road

Cincinnati, OH    45240

Complete Video of Romney Campaign Speech and Photos

 

Read full story: Romney to Local Voters: Expect a big change path

 

 

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Proud of Grandson, Schools and Parents

Dear Loveland Magazine Readers,

Samuel is my grandson and I am tremendously proud of him. (Loveland Intermediate's Samuel Wenger Honored as "Kid of Character")

As a teacher of pre-teens and teens for thirty-six years I know how important kids like Samuel are to any classroom, school, neighborhood, and ultimately our society.

Children of his age are going though multiple changes and trying to figure where they belong. Kids want to fit in and some find putting others down as a means of fitting in and self-promotion.

I am thankful for our schools' emphasis on character education and anti-bullying. I am thankful for his parents who modeled the importance of character to their three children before they even attended school. Finally, I am very thankful for students like Samuel who understand the lessons taught at home and school and become a blessing to others.

Sincerely,

Margaret Wenger

 

Blooms & Berries to Host COMEDY CENTRAL and A&E Film Crews This Weekend

A Local Pumpkin patch just north of Loveland will experience a few more cameras this weekend than normal.  As Ohio is such a key factor in the election, Blooms & Berries Farm Market is asking Cincinnatians to come out and “cast their vote” by throwing eggs at the presidential candidate they are least likely to vote for. 

To top it all off, on Saturday Oct, 27, Comedy Central will be on site filming for its “Indecision 2012” coverage, viewable on indecision.cc.com.  Comedy Central will interview patrons while they get lost in the maze, take hayrides, pick out pumpkins, feed the goats, and of course, cast their slimy egg vote.  “We know emotions have been running a little higher lately as the average Ohioan has been inundated with political propaganda.  Our political eggboard is a perfect way to liberate some of that built up frustration from debates and mailboxes full of political literature”, says Jeff Probst, owner of Blooms & Berries Farm Market. 

Blooms & Berries will continue the path to Stardom Sunday, Oct 27 as it hosts Red Line Films.  Producer Steven Drieu will shoot a scene for the pilot episode of “Cul-De-Sac” (working title) a new series on A&E.  According to Mr. Drieu, “The farm is beautiful and will be perfect for the family scene we need to shoot.”

Romney to Local Voters: Expect a big change path

 

LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO

 

Clips from Romney rally in Cincinnati on Thursday

 

Cincinnati, Ohio - Former Governor and Republican Presidential candidate, Mitt Romney today chided President Obama for fussing about Big Bird while introducing his new campaign theme, “Big change.” He said the Obama campaign is talking about, “smaller and smaller things” while America has such huge challenges.

He asked the approximately 4,000 supporters gathered at jet Machine, a Bond Hill manufacturer, “Do you want real big change in this country? I’m counting on Ohio to vote for big change.”

Jet Machine fabricates parts for the military, aerospace, oil and gas industries. According to a report in the Cincinnati Business Courier in August, the company has expanded under the Obama administration. The news story said, "CEO Rick Wulfeck said the company is in the running for a substantial defense contract."

When asked what this sign meant, this woman at the Romney rally said, "Body Odor or Barack Obama. Whatever you want it to mean."The stump speech was mostly about comparing his proposals for creating jobs and improving the economy to Obama’s. Romney laid out a five point plan he said would create 12 million jobs and rising take home pay. He promised to cap federal spending and balance the budget. “I’ll put us on a new path. A big change path that get’s us to a balance budget.”

Romney laid out his five point plan to create jobs in the country, repeating his goal of creating 12 million new jobs.

Speaking about education reform, a big change would be coming  if elected. He said that because his campaign contributions don’t come largely from teacher’s unions, “I don’t have to do what the teacher’s unions tell me to do.” He will take all federal education dollars and give it directly to the child, allowing parents to choose the school their children will attend.

Romney was introduced by Ohio Sen. Rob Portman who said, “Hamilton County looks an awful lot like Romney-Ryan country to me this morning.” Pointing to Jet Machine employees behind him he said, “They did build this.”

The Obama for America campaign issued a statement shortly after Romney spoke. Ohio press secretary Jessica Kershaw said, “Mitt Romney’s visit today was just another attempt to try and convince Ohio workers that he stands by their side and will stand up to China - when in fact it’s just the opposite.” She called Romney a corporate buyout specialist, because he invested in companies that pioneered the practice of shipping jobs to places like China, shutting down American plants and firing workers.

Romney did not speak about two issues that are making national headlines, the terrorist murders in Libya and developing news about what the White House knew during and after the attack, and a story that broke Tuesday embarrassing his campaign. Romney just this week made his only TV ad endorsement of a senate candidate. The candidate is Richard Murdock who Tuesday during a debate with his opponent for the senate race in Indiana said that if a woman is raped and becomes pregnant, that the pregnancy must be the will of god. Reporters dogged Romney today during his Cincinnati visit asking him if he still supports Murdock. He ignored the questioning. (Read IndyStar.com)

Romney rounded up his speech today asking the crowd, “Do you want real big change in this country?”

The crowd roared, “Yes.”

“Well you’re going to get it on November 6,” he said.

 

 

CORRECTION: Loveland Mens Soccer Finished 2nd in ECC

We incorrectly reported (Loveland Mens Soccer: ECC Champs) that the Loveland Mens Soccer Team finished in 1st place in the ECC. Loveland finished in 2nd behind Conference Champ, Walnut Hills.

Click for League Standings

Jean-Robert and Annette de Cavel to Donate to Promote Safe Sleeping for Babies

 

114 Cribs for Families that Might not be able to Afford Them

The de Cavel Family SIDS Foundation will donate $8,000 to Hamilton County’s Help Me Grow program for the purchase of cribs to help low-income families provide safe sleeping arrangements for their newborns.

Unsafe sleeping arrangements can lead to death. Hamilton County’s annual Child Fatality Review reports found that unsafe sleeping arrangements may have contributed to 75 child deaths from 2007-2011.

The money from the de Cavel Foundation will buy 114 cribs for families that might not be able to afford them.

“Our hope is that no family will have to experience the loss that we did,” said the de Cavels, who lost their 3-month old daughter, Tatiana, to SIDS in 2002. “And we are glad to promote the message of safe sleep and to directly make a difference in the lives of 114 local families.”

“We want every child to have the option of a crib because that is the best option,” said Moira Weir, director of Hamilton County Job and Family Services, which finances the local Help Me Grow program. “Couches, playpens and adult beds are not appropriate sleeping arrangements for children and can result in them rolling into a position where they cannot breathe, or an adult rolling over on to them. We are thankful the de Cavel Foundation has taken up this cause.”

The de Cavel Family SIDS Foundation (formerly 7 DAYS for SIDS) is an organization founded by Jean-Robert & Annette de Cavel and a dedicated group of volunteers and local restaurateurs. Their mission is to raise funds for research, education and outreach as well as for the Tatiana de Cavel Scholarship at the Midwest Culinary Institute at Cincinnati State.

Help me Grow, operated locally by Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services, is Ohio’s attempt at coordinating community-based services for newborns to age 3. The goal is to help parents work with children at a critical time in their development, helping to nurture their health and development for success in later life.

Loveland Mens Soccer: ECC Champs - Correction 2nd Place

Correction: Loveland finished the ECC in 2nd Place behind Walnut Hills

 

by David Noland

Game Summaries

Date         9/22
Opponent     vs. Indian Hill
Outcome     Win
Score         2 to 0
Record     8-3-1

The Loveland men’s soccer team continued the winning streak with a 2 – 0 defeat of Indian Hill High School. The scoring came early. Just two minutes into the first half, Evan Burig scored the first goal off of a corner kick. The outstanding defensive play of defenders Isaac Gordon and Nathan Reigle kept the Braves off the scoreboard in the first half. The second half was all defense until Olisa Okafor broke through the Indian Hill defensive line to score the team’s second goal. Coach Tino Mam also praised the strong play of mid-fielders Joseph Distler and Keith MacKenzie.


Date         9/24
Opponent     vs. Fairfield
Outcome     Tie
Score         0 to 0
Record     8-3-2

The Tigers and Indians of Fairfield High School locked up in a battle on the Tiger turf. While there were many scoring opportunities for both teams, neither team could find the back of the net. The game ended in a nil – nil draw. The defensive unit of the Tigers was outstanding led by Sophomores Joey Papa and Josh Leonard.


Date         9/26
Opponent     vs. Walnut Hills
Outcome     Win
Score         2 to 0
Record     9-3-2

Next up on the schedule was a home match against Walnut Hills. The Tigers came in to the game riding an 8 game unbeaten streak having allowed only 3 goals over the last 10 games. Once again, the Tigers’ defense was solid in the game pitching another shutout. Loveland goals by forwards Ryan Melink and Olisa Okafor accounted for the only scoring in the match as the Tigers won the game 2 to 0. The Tigers’ were led defensively by Jacob Price and Luke Davis. The win improves the JV team’s record to 9 wins against 3 losses and 2 ties. Next up for the Tigers is a trip to Turpin to face the Spartans for first place in the ECC.



Date         10/3
Opponent     @ Turpin
Outcome     Tie
Score         2 to 2
Record     9-3-3

The Loveland JV men’s soccer team traveled to Turpin to take on the Spartans. This game was a battle from the opening kickoff. The winner most likely would own the first ever ECC regular season title. A first half goal by Ryan Melink gave Loveland the lead. However, Turpin answered with two goals to take a 2 to 1 lead. An exciting and hard fought second half was scoreless until a Spartan foul in the box resulted in an Evan Burig penalty kick. The match ended at a 2 to 2 tie.


Date         10/11
Opponent     vs. Milford
Outcome     Win
Score         2 to 0
Record     10-3-3

The final game of the season matched the Tigers against their rivals, the always difficult Milford Eagles. A win for the Tigers would mean an unbeaten ECC record. The first half was a defensive struggle. The Tigers’ goalkeeper, Matthew Noland, made a great save on a Milford shot headed to the upper 90 by tipping the ball over the crossbar keeping the Eagles off of the scoreboard in the first half. Early in the second half, Tigers’ midfielder Drew Austin found Dillon Frees in front of the Milford net for a shot that cleared the Milford goalkeeper and into the back of the net for a 1 – 0 lead. On the ensuing kickoff, Sam Fjelstul found a streaking Olisa Okafor. Okafor beat the defense and shot one to the far post past the diving goalkeeper. Just like that, it was 2 – 0 Loveland.

That was the end of the scoring and the end of a great season for the JV Tigers. The ECC regular season champions ended the season with a record of 10 wins against just 3 losses and 3 ties.

The Tigers ended the season on an 11 game unbeaten streak giving up only 5 goals in their last 13 games. The team recorded 9 shutout victories. Congratulations to Coach Tino Mam and the 2012 men’s JV soccer team for an outstanding season.

 

Excitement Builds for Ninth Annual Junktique Sale

 

Items at last year's Junktique Sale

The ninth annual Junktique Sale, benefitting Children's Meeting House Montessori School, will be held on Friday, November 9th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m and Saturday, November 10th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Fraternal Order of Eagles will host the sale for the eighth 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 Lori Walker, parent volunteer and sale co-organizer.  Walker continues, "We encourage students to be active in and respectful of our local community.  We are fortunate to have this collaboration with Loveland's Fraternal Order of Eagles."

The sale appeals to both collectors and budget conscious families and features items such as collectibles, electronics, small appliances, household items, gently used clothing, toys, tools, books, baby and seasonal items.  "In this tight economic period, the sale is a great way for families to stretch their dollar and to support a great cause", said Ms. Walker.  In addition to raising funds for the Montessori School, remaining items from the sale are donated to St. Vincent DePaul. 

The sale is Friday, November 9th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m and Saturday, November 10th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m at 127 Karl Brown Way. 

For information call 683-4757 or visit www.ChildrensMeetingHouseMontessori.com or www.facebook.com/ChildrensMeetingHouseMontessoriSchoolLovelandOH.

Loveland Methodist Church Annual Turkey Dinner Sat. Nov. 3

Join the Loveland Womans Club Card Party

Loveland Woman’s Club will be celebrating their 11th anniversary card party and luncheon, at Loveland Presbyterian Church, on November 14th at 12:00 noon. 

Come and enjoy an afternoon of a served lunch, raffles, door prizes and partake in a game of bridge, poker, dominoes and more. 

Cost is $12.  Reservations should be made prior to event. 

For more information contact Laurie Gordon at 683-7760.

Loveland Falls to Turpin - Falls in State Tournament Rankings

Loveland, Ohio - The Loveland Tigers stayed with Turpin until early in the second half, when the Spartans steadily pulled away with a 21-6 win. Turpin, now 9-0 is ranked #1 in Division II in Cincinnati in the Enquirer's Coach's poll, and #2 in Ohio in the Associated Press Poll.

Loveland's record falls to 2-3, 5-4, and fifth in the ECC. They travel to Milford (0-5, 1-8) this Friday for a 7:30 PM kickoff, the last regular season game.

Loveland dropped from 8 to 9 in the OHSAA weekly computer rankings. Teams in the first eight positions will play in the post season.

This LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO is Ricky Mulvey's Post Game Rap and game highlights including a paratrooper landing and fireworks on Tiger Field.

 

Friday, October 19, 2012
21 Turpin	1 2 3 4 T   TUR 0 7 7 7 21     LVL 0 0 6 0 6	6   Loveland

Scoring Summary
			2nd Quarter	TUR	LVL
TUR	TD	07:26	Connor Jansen 80 YD RUN (Spencer McClellan KICK)	7	0
			3rd Quarter	TUR	LVL
LVL	TD	09:22	Graham Peters 42 YD RUN (Evan Burig RUSH FAILED)	7	6
TUR	TD	01:25	JR Stoll 18 YD PASS FROM Connor Jansen (Spencer McClellan KICK)	14	6
			4th Quarter	TUR	LVL
TUR	TD	08:33	Ryan Millikin 18 YD RUN (Spencer McClellan KICK)	21	6

Team Stat Comparison
	TUR	LVL
1st Downs	13	11
Total Yards	268	265
Passing Completions	8	11
Passing Attempts	15	18
Passing Yards	83	94
Passing Average	5.5	5.2
Rushing Attempts	41	35
Rushing Yards	185	171
Rushing Average	4.5	4.9
3rd Down Efficiency	5-14	5-13
4th Down Efficiency	1-1	1-2
Penalties	4-31	6-49
Turnovers	1	3
Possession	20:57	24:39

COMPLETE GAME STATS

 

LEGALLY BLONDE the MUSICAL at Loveland High School

“Legally Blonde is, like, fun and ridiculously enjoyable from start to finish.” - Director, Sonja Hansen

 

Legally Blond the Musical is an all-singing, all-dancing, feel good musical comedy.

Produced at Loveland High School beginning on November 14.

Loveland, Ohio - Sorority star Elle Woods doesn't take "no" for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone "serious," Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law School. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style.

Directed and choreographed by broadway.com winner Sonja Hansen of Loveland, Vocal Direction by NKU Musical Theatre Professor, Danielle Knox. The production features scenic design by Chris Hansen and costumes by award-winning costume designer, Elaine Michael.

The company of LEGALLY BLONDE  features “Best Actress in a Musical 2012” Cappie winner, Abby Docherty as Elle Woods, Drew Kovacs as Emmett, Erin Ellis as Paulette, Sam Hoffman as Warner, Makenzie Mercer as Vivienne, Katrina Culbertson as Brooke, Nick Huber as Professor Callahan, Sean Chrusniak as Kyle.  This musical is backed by Loveland’s finest musical theatre talent and two cute, obedient dogs.

Loveland High School is one of the first theatre’s to perform the show in the tri-state.

Due to the popularity of last year’s musicals, LHS offers an additional performance, now a total of six performances.

Show includes unforgettable tunes and dance that embraces everything from skipping with ropes to spoof Riverdance.

 

Presented by Loveland High School Drama

November 14, 15, 16, 17 at 7pm

November 17, 18 at 2pm

*Tickets*

Email:  [email protected]

Phone:  513-697-3857

Tickets may also be purchased at the door

Tickets are $8 students/senior citizens, $10 adults

All shows held in the Loveland High Auditorium

Visit:  www.lovelandddrama.org

Celebrating the Summer Season at All About Kids Wards Corner

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With the weather changing we are falling into fun!

Here at All About Kids at Wards Corner wanted to warm your hearts with some great tidbits of how we celebrated the Summer Season. How often do children get to say, “I had a food fight with my teachers at school” or bounce to new heights in a bouncy house? How many childcare and learning centers celebrate the end of summer by hosting a magic show and a foam party in which the children seemed to disappear into billions of bubbles?

At All About Kids at Wards Corner, we say goodbye to summer camp with a plethora of exciting activities that the kids will remember for years to come. A favorite, and perhaps the most memorable, would be the food fight. Not only did students get to launch organic foods at their teachers but they participated in a very unique way to compost, returning the organic food to Mother Earth!

With teachers decked out in garbage bags for “self-preservation,” students prepared an arsenal of organic noodles, Jell-O, spinach, peas, mashed potatoes, applesauce, whipped cream, coconut, and pickle relish! Everyone involved had a blast and created memories to talk about with family and friends.

A popular and giggle inducing event among the younger kids was the bouncy house. The toddlers and pre-schoolers lined up at their classroom windows shrieking with delight as they watched the bouncy house inflate. The children expelled endless energy jumping and bouncing like the infamous Disney character, Tigger. The toddlers are still talking about the bouncy house and how much fun they had.

Teachers and children alike were mesmerized by Charlie Cadabra, a very funny magician. Calling for volunteers from the audience, Charlie Cadabra had students pulling a real rabbit out of a hat and making a dove appear, then lay an egg! Amazing things happen when you wave a magic wand and say the magic words, “Charlie Cadabra!” The whole audience laughed and squealed, oohed and ahhed.

Another magical event that did not require a magician or magic words was the Fantastic Foam Party! Bubbles were everywhere during our foam party and the kids loved it. They waded through waist-deep waterless bubbles laughing as they gave themselves bubble beards and bubbly hair-dos.

Summer camp at All About Kids at Wards Corner creates miles of smiles and millions of memories. We focus on providing our campers with a safe and nurturing environment full of endless summer adventures!

 

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Serving Ohioans

 

 

 

A lot of the work I do has nothing to do with committee hearings or Senate floor votes. As your senator, one of my most important jobs is helping Ohioans cut through red tape when dealing with the federal government. That means helping seniors access the Social Security benefits they have earned, assisting veterans and their families in obtaining military records and medals that they never received, and helping small businesses that are looking to create jobs and tap into federal tax credits or lending programs.

In more than 200 roundtables that I have held all over the state, I’ve heard from constituents who spend hours on the telephone correcting a paperwork problem with a federal agency. They shouldn’t have to do this, and my offices are here to help ease this burden.

That is why my offices located in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and Lorain are open every business day to serve you. With field offices in every region of the state – including rural areas in Southeast and Northwest Ohio – my top priority is constituent services.

Ohioans in need of assistance can visit http://brown.senate.gov/ohio/constituent_services/ or call my office toll-free at 1-888-896-OHIO (6446).

Here are a few recent examples of ways my constituent services team has assisted Ohioans in the past, to give you a better idea of how we could help you, too.

A constituent from Richland County contacted my office to address an issue with the Social Security Administration. In July, he was notified that he’d receive disability benefits within 60 to 90 days. When that time passed and he still hadn’t received final approval my office went to work. Soon after, he received formal notification that his benefits were approved and my office worked to expedite their disbursement. He’s now receiving the Social Security insurance he paid into while he was working so that he’d be protected if he became disabled.

Military families – who often moved from base to base during their service – may not always have access to the documentation and records needed to receive service-related benefits and medals. Last year, my office helped more than 500 Ohio veterans and their families find these records so that they could apply for their medals or the benefits they earned.

An 88-year-old veteran from Northeast Ohio contacted my office to find out if he was eligible for a Purple Heart, having been hit by shrapnel in his back as he was shot down by a German plane during World War II. My office discovered that he was not only eligible for a Purple Heart, but he also earned an additional Bronze Star and three other awards for his bravery.

He later received his newly-discovered and highly-deserved awards at a Veterans of Foreign Wars event. As a proud member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, it is always a privilege for me to help veterans and military families obtain replacements for lost medals and new medals that servicemembers may have never received. 

Sometimes there are Ohio companies who want to expand operations and hire new workers, but are burdened by federal bureaucracy standing in their way. Omega Automation, a family-owned small business in Dayton, produces equipment for the appliance, commercial, electronic, and automotive industries. The owner of this Ohio company learned about a Small Business Administration loan program at one of my office’s small business workshops. He then applied for and received a loan that helped him save the jobs of 18 employees he had at the time. After pursuing a second loan, Omega Automation has grown from 18 employees to more than 40.

While the unemployment rate in Ohio has dropped by about a third over the past three years, too many Ohioans are still struggling.

One of my most significant jobs as Senator is trying to help them—whether cutting red tape or assisting with government resources. If you or your family needs assistance, please contact my office at 1-888-896-OHIO. It’s an honor to serve you.

George McGovern Dies at 90: A Prairie Liberal, Trounced but Never Silenced

 

I'm fed up to the ears with old men dreaming up wars for young men to die in.  - George McGovern

 

George McGovern, the United States senator who won the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination in 1972 as an opponent of the war in Vietnam and a champion of liberal causes, and who was then trounced by President Richard M. Nixon in the general election, died early Sunday in Sioux Falls, S.D. He was 90.  Read on at NY Times...

 

The Moral Clarity of George McGovern

By BRUCE MIROFF

EVERYBODY noticed George S. McGovern’s decency. Robert F. Kennedy called him “the most decent man in the Senate.” But during the 1972 presidential campaign, political pundits assumed that a man who was that nice could not possibly be the strong leader Americans required. Few predicted that he would still be standing after the early primaries.  Read on at NY Times...

 

The Lost World of George McGovern

By JOSH GARRETT-DAVIS

GEORGE S. McGOVERN is, in some sense, the reason I exist. My parents met as radical community organizers in their early 20s, an idealistic honey-haired student at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and a scraggly wannabe farm boy from Brown University, knocking on doors for the now defunct Acorn.   Read on at NY Times...

 

Op-Classic: George McGovern on Op-Ed (October 22, 2012)

George S. McGovern, a former senator from South Dakota and the 1972 Democratic presidential nominee, wrote several Op-Eds over the years. Here is a sample of some of those articles.  Read on at NY Times...

 

New York Times George McGovern Slide Show.....

Milford is an Official Buckeye Trail and North Country Trail Town

 

Join the Celebration on October 27

 

The Buckeye Trail Association will lead a 2 mile community hike along Ohio’s Buckeye Trail and co-located North Country National Scenic Trail and American Discovery Trail through the City of Milford to celebrate its new official Trail Town status. This free event is co-hosted by the Buckeye Trail Association (BTA), City of Milford, and the Valley View Foundation beginning at the Little Miami Scenic Trail Bike Path at the end of the Water Street Bridge at 12:30 PM, October 27

This will be a busy day in Milford.  A Citywide Fall Litter Clean up in collaboration with “Make a Difference Day” will begin at 9:00am, and the Halloween Edition of the Amazing Race begins at 6PM

At 12:30 PM a brief ribbon cutting ceremony will begin the hike at the bike path.  New Buckeye Trail Town signs will be erected along the route of the Trails through Milford at the Water Street and South Milford Road bridges.  Two by six inch painted blue blazes that mark the route of Ohio’s State Trail will be freshened up. 

After a visit to trail supporters at Roads, Rivers and Trails and the Valley View Foundation they will end the hike by installing an interpretive sign at the trailhead behind Pattison Elementary School. 

A tour of the Valley View Foundation lands will be available after the sign is installed around 2:30 PM.

The new Buckeye Trail Town program highlights communities along the Buckeye Trail that support hikers with services, promote the Trail to community members and embrace the Trail as a resource to be protected and celebrated.  “Milford is a perfect example of a community that embraces the Trails as an asset, and for this reason we are happy that Milford is working with us to become the first official Trail Town in the program” said Andrew Bashaw, the Executive Director of the Buckeye Trail Association.  “The views of the Little Miami River valley from the ridges, community efforts to preserve and improve historic buildings and greenspaces, and the local businesses highlighting the uniqueness of Milford are all a great combination of natural and cultural offerings that our State Trail is looking to discover” he said.
Community members and visitors alike are invited to enjoy a fall hike, meet Buckeye Trail Association volunteers, enjoy a warm drink on a cool day and the camaraderie of fellow outdoor enthusiasts. 

The hike will traverse sidewalks into town, up one hill and down through the woods and primitive trails of the Valley View Foundation.  There will be a little of everything and the hike will continue rain or shine, so come prepared for the weather and wear sturdy footwear for the terrain.