4-Wheeler
Injury Accident
On May 30, 2015 at 3:24 P.M. Darke County Deputies along with Osgood
Rescue, Osgood Fire and CareFlight were dispatched to the 8800 block of
Foote Rd on an ATV accident. Preliminary investigation revealed a
Suzuki 4 wheeler/ATV carrying 3 juveniles was west bound in the ditch
along Foote Road. The 4-wheeler struck a culvert, then a utility...
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Ohio and U.S. Employment Situation
Ohio's unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in April 2015, up from 5.1
percent in March. Ohio’s nonfarm wage and salary employment increased
6,400 over the month, from a revised 5,388,600 in March to 5,395,000 in
April 2015. The number of workers unemployed in Ohio in April was
297,000, up 3,000 from 294,000 in March. The number of unemployed has
decreased by 39,000 in the past 12 months from 336,000... read
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MSN Money… The unemployed are dropping out like flies,
Jeff Cox, CNBC
At a time when 8.5 million Americans still don't have jobs, some 40
percent have given up even looking. The revelation, contained in a new
survey Wednesday showing how much work needs to be done yet in the U.S.
labor market, comes as the labor force participation rate remains mired
near 37-year lows. A tight jobs market, the skills gap between what
employers want and what prospective employees... read
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Bluebag Media… VHCC receives its 5th Facility of the Year
Award
VERSAILLES – “This is the big award,” Versailles Health Care Center
(VHCC) Director Kristy Earick said. “We’re the top facility out of 27
buildings.” She grinned, adding “We get little ones every year… we’re
going to have to get a new award cabinet. The Current one is full.” One
hundred fifty employees, guests and Covenant Care officials gathered at
Stillwater Golf Course May 19...
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Attorney General Mike
DeWine… DeWine Rejects Petition
for Cannabis Control Amendment
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today rejected the
petition for the proposed Cannabis Control Amendment because the
summary of the petition was not “fair and truthful.” On May 11th, the
Ohio Attorney General’s Office received a written petition to amend the
Ohio Constitution by adding the Cannabis Control Amendment. Attorney
General DeWine’s letter rejected the summary... read
more. |
Economic Impact of Avian Influenza,
Sam Custer, OSU Extension, Darke County
Since December 2014, the USDA has confirmed several cases of highly
pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5 in the Pacific, Central, and
Mississippi flyways (or migratory bird paths). The disease has been
found in wild birds, as well as in a few backyard and commercial
poultry flocks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
considers... read
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Huffman Applauds Passage of STI Treatment
Bill
Ohio Joins Majority of States in Passage of Bill - COLUMBUS—The Ohio
House of Representatives today passed House Bill 124, sponsored by
State Representatives Terry Johnson (R-McDermott) and Steve Huffman
(R-Tipp City). HB 124 authorizes a physician, advanced practice
registered nurse, or physician assistant to prescribe or personally... read
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Bluebag
Media… Grant sought to complete
needed work on band shell
GREENVILLE – “Structurally there’s not a lot of life left in the
shell,” said Dale Musser, Greenville Parks & Recreation Board. He
pointed out many of the areas where Greenville’s Band Shell, built in
the 1930’s, needed work, both inside and out. “I’ve had plans… thoughts
about this for seven years,” Musser added. The Ohio Department of
Natural Resources (ODNR) has a grant opportunity... read
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Attorney
Mike General DeWine… DeWine
Releases Annual Ohio Missing Children Clearinghouse Report
-- More than 600 Children Currently Listed as Missing in Ohio; 18,097
Children Reported Missing
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- In advance of National Missing Children's Day on
Monday, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today released the 2014 Ohio
Missing Children Clearinghouse Report, which documents that 18,097
children were reported missing in Ohio in 2014. Of the children... read
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Rumpke
Holiday Collection and Proper Pool Chemical Disposal
DAYTON, Ohio—May 20, 2015—Memorial Day is the perfect time for
barbecues, picnics and opening swimming pools. It’s also the perfect
time for trash truck drivers—like men and women at Rumpke—to be aware
of dangers posed by pool chemicals placed in the trash. Pool chemicals
are flammable, poisonous and explosive. When mixed with other household
items in a garbage truck, the combination can be... read
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Motorcyclist CareFlighted Saturday
Greenville- On May 23, 2015 at approximately 9:03 p.m. Darke County
Deputies. along with Union City Ohio Fire and Rescue, were dispatched
to the 7700 block of Palestine Union City Rd. reference to a reported
motorcycle accident. Preliminary investigation revealed that 2006
Yamaha motorcycle, driven by Matthew R. Glenn (21) of Greenville... read
more. |
Bluebag
Media… Chamber members updated
on labor regulations
GREENVILLE – Referring to 2015 as “The Year of Living Dangerously,”
Darke County Chamber of Commerce Keynote Speaker, Theodore C. Phlegar,
U.S. Chamber of Commerce, told members and guests at the Chamber’s
Annual Breakfast Meeting May 8 federal labor and employment policy
presents a significant challenge to employers. “There are some very
serious attacks coming... read
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Bluebag
Media… Knapp, York honored at
annual Chamber Meeting
GREENVILLE – “I would like to leave you with a message of kindness…
kindness even the blind can see,” said Dave Knapp, Dave Knapp Ford
Lincoln. Darke County Chamber of Commerce Board Chairman Matt Aultman
introduced Knapp as humble and an unashamed Christian. Knapp accepted
the Darke County Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year Award May 8... read
more. |
Avian Influenza Biosecurity guidelines for
commercial AND backyard flocks
By Mohamed El-Gazzar, DVM, MAM, PhD, DACPV, Assistant Professor and
Poultry Extension Veterinarian, Department of Veterinary Preventive
Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University --
There has been recent detection of multiple avian influenza viruses
into North America (Canada and United States). These viruses are
apparently spread by migratory birds. These influenza viruses have been
detected... read
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Ohio.com…
Ohio’s Utica
Shale investment grows 26 percent, now tops $28 billion,
By Bob Downing, Beacon Journal staff writer -- May 7, 2015 -- Ohio’s
Utica Shale industry continues to grow, despite low commodity prices,
according to a new report by a Columbus-based law firm that has been
tracking the industry. The investment in shale projects in eastern Ohio
now tops $28 billion, a 40 percent increase in total investments since
last fall, says Monday’s report from Bricker & Eckler LLP. The
report lists 148 projects, 15 new since last fall... read
more. |
Bluebag
Media… Award winning dementia
program comes to BRC
GREENVILLE – An award winning dementia program, Behavior Based
Ergonomics Therapy (BBET), is being implemented at Brethren Retirement
Community thanks to generous donations from the community and the
George B. Quatman Foundation, a trust of Fifth Third Bank. Dr. Govind
Bharwani, the creator of BBET, offered a presentation on the program
April 29 to BRC staff... read
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Beagle Receives Small Business Advocate
Award
COLUMBUS– State Senator Bill Beagle (R-Tipp City) today received the
Small Business Advocate Award from the Council of Smaller Enterprises
for introducing legislation requiring the state to notify businesses of
tax overpayments and provide automatic refunds. “I am honored to
receive this COSE award. Senate Bill 263 was a vital step to make sure
that Ohio is a business friendly state,” said Beagle... read
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Attorney
General Mike DeWine… Youth
Baseball Company Accused of Failing to Deliver Promised Services
-- (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today announced a
lawsuit against a youth baseball tournament company accused of taking
deposits for tournaments that never occurred and failing to return
consumers’ money. The lawsuit accuses Travel Ball America, doing
business as Travel Baseball America, and its owner, Kenneth Halloy of
New Albany... read
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Bluebag
Media… Early Bird, Berry garner
4 regional awards
GREENVILLE – The Early Bird Newspaper and Editor Ryan Berry garnered
four regional awards from the Mid-Atlantic Community Paper Association.
Three were for Berry’s original writing and one was for a staff effort
for the 2014 Veterans Day tab. The Veterans tab received the First
Place Community Service award in the sequential pages category. The
original writing awards were: First Place...
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Bicycle-truck crash injures 5-year-old
On May 13, 2015 at approximately 6:05 PM, Darke County Deputies along
with Bradford Fire & Rescue, and CareFlight, responded to the 8100
block of Martin Road on a report of a vehicle and bicycle injury
crash. Preliminary investigation revealed a UPS delivery truck
driven by Mark Nisonger, 48, of Greenville was traveling North on
Martin Road when a 5 year old boy riding his bicycle entered the roadway... read
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Tractor trailer
accident
Versailles- On May 12, 2015 at approximately 4:20 am Darke County
Deputies, along with Versailles Fire Department and Versailles EMS,
responded to the 11000 block of SR 47 on a tractor trailer on its side.
Preliminary investigation revealed a 2014 Volvo tractor trailer, driven
by Robert Long... read
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DeWine
Announces More than 7,200 Sexual Assault Kits Tested
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today announced
that forensic scientists with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation
(BCI) have now tested more than 7,200 sexual assault kits as part of a
special initiative to test rape kits that had never been tested for
DNA. As of May 1, 2015, 170 law enforcement agencies have submitted
9,643... read
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FBI…
2014
Preliminary Statistics
for Law Enforcement Officers Killed in the Line of Duty
May 11, 2015 -- Preliminary statistics released today by the FBI show
that 51 law enforcement officers were feloniously killed in the line of
duty in 2014. This is an increase of almost 89 percent when compared to
the 27 officers killed in 2013. (Note: From 1980–2014, an average of 64
law enforcement officers have been feloniously killed per year. The
2013 total, 27, was the lowest during this 35-year period.) By region,
17 officers died... read
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Two Local
Residents Convicted of Food Assistance Fraud
On May 11, 2015, Darke County Sheriff’s Office Detective Rachael
Kuzmicki, along with Darke County Prosecutors, concluded the case
against two local individuals accused of trafficking food assistance
cards. David and Betty Harter, of Greenville, were formally charged in
November 2014 after the Grand Jury indicated them on 2-counts of
trafficking food stamps, a fourth-degree felony. Detectives... read
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Next Generation Crime Stats… UCR’s
NIBRS Can Offer Fuller Crime Picture
05/05/15 -- “I believe that NIBRS is the pathway to better data—to
richer data—that we can all use to have informed conversations about
the most important issues we face.” That statement by FBI Director
James Comey regarding the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program’s
National Incident-Based Reporting System, or NIBRS, was part of a
speech he delivered recently to the National... read
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Court
News Ohio… Seeking Solutions to
Ohio’s Opiate Crisis, By Stephanie Beougher
May 7, 2015 -- Bottle after bottle of pills were collected at a recent
drug take-back event at the Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus. More
than 104 pounds of unused or expired over-the-counter and prescription
medication were taken out of medicine cabinets and disposed of
properly. Andrea Boxill, deputy director of the Governor’s Cabinet
Opiate Action Team, explained the importance of holding the drug
collection. “Over 80 percent...
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Attorney General Mike DeWine… Marijuana Legalization Amendment Certified
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—The Ohio Attorney General’s Office today certified the
petition for the proposed “Legalize Marijuana and Hemp in Ohio”
amendment to the Ohio Constitution. On April 28th, the Attorney
General’s Office received a written petition to amend the Ohio
Constitution, entitled “Legalize Marijuana and Hemp in Ohio,” from the
group Better for Ohio. The submission was certified today as
containing... read
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Ohio
Senator Bill Beagle… Senate
Prescribes Booster Shot for Outdated PA and APRN Laws
COLUMBUS– State Senator Bill Beagle (R-Tipp City) today announced the
Senate's passage of a bill to improve access to health care for Ohioans
by modernizing Ohio's outdated physician assistant and nurse
practitioner laws. Senate Bill 110, co-sponsored by Senator Beagle,
seeks to update the scope of practice for Ohio's Physician Assistants
(PAs) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses... read
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Juvenile
Judges Train To Help Ohio’s Youngest, By Jenna Gant
May 5, 2015 -- Judges who preside over cases for Ohio’s youngest
citizens recently participated in the first two Safe and Together
Regional training seminars in Dayton and Columbus. Dozens of Ohio
juvenile judges worked on best practices for working with children
whose lives are turned upside down due to domestic violence. The
seminars focused on strengthening the judicial system’s response to
domestic violence cases when it impacts...
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Darke County Sheriff’s Office… Two victims airlifted following two
separate accidents
Careflight called
for teen involved in ATV accident
-- On May 8, 2015 at 17:09 hr. Darke County Sheriff's Office received a
call of an ATV Accident. Darke County Sheriff Office, along with
Ansonia Rescue, Ansonia Fire Department and Careflight was dispatched
to the 3600 Block of Hillgrove Woodington Rd. Units were advised that a
14 year old male was riding an ATV when the teen was ejected... read
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Local
students receive over $80,000 in awards
Believe in Ohio entrepreneurs awarded over a million dollars in state
competition -- Seven Darke County students receive $82,500 out of
$802,500 awarded to 172 high school students at state competition
conducted by the Ohio Academy of Science. Angela McMurry, K-12 Science
Curriculum Specialist, Believe in Ohio--West Central STEM Advocate,
Darke County ESC, made these...
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Bluebag Media… Edison, local business discuss needs,
solutions
GREENVILLE – “The common theme – pretty much from all of them – is a
need for soft skills,” said Chad Beanblossom, Executive Director of
Edison Community College Darke County Center. Local employers are
concerned about the interpersonal and other communication skills of the
available workforce… especially with the applicability of Edison’s Core
Values. “We’re sort of... read
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Injury
Accident on US 36 near Gettysburg
On May 6, 2015 at approximately 2:59 PM Darke County Deputies, along
with Gettysburg Fire and Rescue, Bradford Fire and Rescue, Greenville
Rescue, and Careflight were dispatched to the 8100 block of US Route
36, near Gettysburg, in reference to a three vehicle, serious injury
crash. Preliminary investigation revealed that a 1999 Chevy SUV, driven
by Teresa Ann Johnson, 70... read
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Ohio State
Bar Ass’n Honors Faber with Lawyer-Legislator Award
COLUMBUS— Ohio Senate President Keith Faber (R-Celina) recently
received the 2015 Lawyer-Legislator Distinguished Service Award from
the Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA). The annual OSBA award recognizes
Ohio lawyers who use their legal training and skills to provide
outstanding service as Ohio legislators. "As a member of the legal
profession, I am humbled by the recognition of my peers and... read
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Bluebag Media… Over 40 needles found during Trash Bash
GREENVILLE – Sheriff’s deputies collected more than 40 needles
(syringes) as a result of calls from Trash Bash volunteers cleaning up
trash in the annual county event April 18 and 19. “We received 25 calls
Saturday and Sunday,” Chief Deputy Mark Whittaker told Darke County
Solid Waste District Director Krista Fourman in... read
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Greenville PD Joins Click It or Ticket
Greenville Police will Crack Down on Seat Belt Use – Especially at
Night - Greenville, OH – The Greenville Police Department will join
local and national law enforcement officers and highway safety
advocates all across the country for the 2015 national Click It or
Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization, May 18-May 31, 2015. During
the... read
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Attorney General DeWine Warns of Scams
Targeting Small Businesses
Average Reported Loss is About $2,000 - (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney
General Mike DeWine today warned small businesses to watch for signs of
a scam, including callers who claim the business’s power will be shut
off and invoices for products the business never ordered. The warning
comes during National Small Business Week, May 4... read
more. |
Faber
Honors Fort Loramie Basketball Champions
COLUMBUS– Ohio Senate President Keith Faber (R-Celina) joined Senate
colleagues in honoring the Fort Loramie girls basketball team for
winning the 2015 Division IV State Championship title. The Lady Redkins
defeated Waterford High in a 55-48 final to win their second state
championship in three years. "One state championship victory is
impressive enough, but two gold trophies...
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State Rep. Steve Huffman… Huffman Honors Tri-Village Boys Basketball
Team
COLUMBUS—State Representative Steve Huffman (R-Tipp City) recently
presented a resolution on the floor of the Ohio House honoring the
Tri-Village High School boys basketball team for their Division IV
state championship victory. Under the leadership of Coach Josh
Sagester, the Tri-Village defeated Canal Winchester Harvest Prep by a
score of 48-46. “Hosting the Tri-Village boys... read
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Darke County Sheriff's Office… 4000 block of SR 121 Accident
On May 3, 2015 at 4:58 AM Darke County deputies along with Tri-Village
rescue and New Madison fire department responded to a rollover injury
accident in the 4000 block of State Route 121. When deputies arrived
they found a 2002 silver Hyundai Sonata was traveling south on SR 121
and failed to negotiate a curve. The vehicle traveled off the left side
of the roadway into a field and overturned... read
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Area
officers complete 2015 Crisis Intervention Team Academy
Twenty five law enforcement officers from Darke, Miami and Shelby
Counties attended the Crisis Intervention Team Academy April 27-30,
presented by the Tri-County Board of Recovery and Mental Health
Services. Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training is a nationally
recognized program that teaches law enforcement safe and effective
approaches to handling crisis incidents involving... read
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Darke County Sheriff… Darke County Recognized for SNAP Benefits
Savings
The Ohio Council on Welfare Fraud recently held their annual conference
in Newark, Ohio. During the conference Darke County was recognized as
the 2nd Most Improved County in the State for SNAP Food Assistance
fraud savings. The Director’s Award for Excellence in Claims Management
award was based on the Percent of Increase... read
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Ohio Implements community-police ties
recommendations
Task Force Recommendations Include New Statewide Standards for Law
Enforcement Departments in Key Areas - COLUMBUS – Today Governor John
R. Kasich took action to begin implementing the recommendations of
Ohio’s Task Force on Community and Police Relations by creating a new,
permanent standards-writing body that will issue policies for how... read
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State Senator Bill Beagle… Beagle Recognizes Tri-Village Basketball
State Champions
COLUMBUS– Senator Bill Beagle (R-Tipp City) recognized the New Madison
Tri-Village High School Boys Basketball team today for winning the
Division IV state championship in March. “Coach Josh Sagester and his
team have proven their remarkable abilities and determination both in
academics and athletics through this monumental win for New Madison,”
said Beagle. “It is an honor to...
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The New York Times… Serving All Your Heroin Needs,
By Sam Quinones
April 17, 2015 - FATAL heroin overdoses in America have almost tripled
in three years. More than 8,250 people a year now die from heroin. At
the same time, roughly double that number are dying from prescription
opioid painkillers, which are molecularly similar. Heroin has become
the fallback dope when an addict can’t afford, or find, pills. Total
overdose deaths, most often from pills and heroin, now surpass traffic
fatalities... read
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Ohio Senator Bill Beagle… Beagle Introduces “The Klonda Richey Act”
COLUMBUS— State Senator Bill Beagle (R–Tipp City) announced legislation
today aimed at reforming Ohio’s laws pertaining to nuisance, dangerous,
and vicious dogs. Following several tragic incidents in the Dayton
region and across the state, Beagle along with several other local
lawmakers decided to address the issues within existing Ohio law. “The
Klonda Richey... read
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Bluebag Media… Teams ‘blanket’ the county picking up trash
GREENVILLE – In 2014 volunteers picked up 17,000 lbs. of trash;
according to Darke County Solid Waste District Director Krista Fourman,
they ended up doing about 1,000 lbs. more this year. The annual Darke
County Trash Bash took place April 18 and 19; with 1,136 volunteers
working roads and highways throughout the county. They ended up
collecting... read
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Bipartisan
control over elected officials pay; Ohio Senate Proposes a Constitutional
Amendment
COLUMBUS— The Ohio Senate today passed a proposal to amend the Ohio
Constitution in order to establish a Public Office Compensation
Commission. If approved by Ohio voters in November, the bipartisan
Commission would review and determine the compensation, up or down, of
every elected official in Ohio, except those elected under home rule
authority. Ohio Senate President Keith Faber... read
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AG Mike DeWine… DeWine Offers Charitable Giving Tips
Following Earthquake in Nepal
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today offered
charitable giving tips in the wake of the Nepal earthquake that has
killed thousands. “Our hearts go out to all those affected by the
tragic earthquake in Nepal,” Attorney General DeWine said. “We
encourage Ohioans to give generously to help the victims, while also
taking steps to avoid scam artists who will keep charitable donations... read
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Bluebag Media… York resigns from Visitors Bureau
GREENVILLE – “I got her letter on April 6 but refused to accept it
without giving her some time to think it over,” said Roger Van Frank,
President, Darke County Visitors Bureau Board of Trustees. “Didn’t do
any good.” As of June 1, 2015, 15 years to the day after accepting the
position, Deanna York has resigned as Executive Director of the Darke
County Visitors Bureau. She said it was a heartfelt decision... read
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AG Mike DeWine… DeWine Rejects Petition for Legalize
Marijuana in Ohio Amendment
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today rejected the
petition for the proposed Legalize Marijuana in Ohio amendment because
the summary of the petition was not “fair and truthful.” On April 17th,
the Ohio Attorney General’s Office received a written petition to amend
the Ohio Constitution by adding the Legalize Marijuana in Ohio
Amendment. Attorney General DeWine’s letter... read
more. |
Two accidents: Semi and car, and single
vehicle
Semi, car accident
at US 127 & Kruckeberg Road
-- On April 23, 2015 at approximately 4:59 pm Darke County Deputies
along with Greenville Township Fire, Greenville Township Rescue and
Darke County EMA responded to an accident involving a semi and car at
the intersection of US 127 and Kruckeberg Rd. Preliminary investigation
revealed Tommie Morrison, age 62, of Greenville turned his 1999 Toyota
Camry west... read
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Injury accidents Mercer County
On yesterday’s date, the Celina Police Department investigated two
injury traffic crashes. The first was at about 1:48 PM on N. Main
St. at W. Forest St. Seventeen year old Zachary Bigelow of Celina
was northbound on Main St. near Forest St. when he turned the 1999
Honda Passport he was driving left to enter Forest St. He entered
the path of a southbound 2012 Ford Focus driven by 24 year old Shelby
Woods, also of Celina... read
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Larson
named new president of Edison
Piqua, Ohio, April 22, 2015 – The board of trustees at Edison Community
College has announced Doreen M. Larson, Ph.D. as the new President of
the institution. Larson will lead the two-year college which prepares
students for transferring to four-year colleges or universities as well
as preparing students for immediate employment. Larson will join Edison
Community College from Pierpont Community...
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Greenville
PD hires emergency communications operator
The Greenville Police Department would like to congratulate Katherine
Mangen for being chosen as the newest Emergency Communications
Operator. After an intense hiring process, Ms. Mangen was chosen to
join the excellent team of dispatchers employed by the Greenville
Police Department. Ms. Mangen will go through several weeks of training
during which time she will learn the indepth... read
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Attorney General Mike
DeWine… DeWine Awards More than
$24,000 for National Crime Victims' Rights Week
-- (COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- In honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week,
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has awarded multiple Ohio crime
victim service agencies with funding to promote the resources available
to victims of crime. Eighteen agencies will share a total of $24,344 to
fund awareness campaigns throughout the week. "It is important that
Ohioans are aware of what services...
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Attorney General Mike
DeWine… Overdose Prevention Task
Force Issues Recommendations
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced today
the recommendations issued by the Overdose Prevention Task Force, which
was formed by Attorney General DeWine last year to address issues
regarding the real-time reporting of drug overdose deaths in Ohio.
Attorney General DeWine created the task force, which was chaired by
Montgomery County Coroner and Ohio State...
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Darke Chamber wins 2015 Best Advocacy
Campaign Award
Columbus, OH – The Ohio Chamber’s Chamber Action Alliance (CAA) awarded
the Darke County Chamber of Commerce the 2015 Best Advocacy Campaign
Award for its extraordinary efforts and commitment to an advocacy
campaign centered on a single issue: drugs in the workplace. This
is the second year in a row that the Darke County Chamber has been
recognized for its outstanding...
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Ohio Senate
Honors Versailles High Basketball Champions
COLUMBUS– Ohio Senate President Keith Faber (R-Celina) today
honored the Versailles High School girls basketball team on the floor
of the Senate for winning the 2015 Division III state championship. The
team defeated Ottawa-Glandorf High School in a tight 49-46 game in
Columbus on March 21, 2015. Some of the team members earned... read
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School bus involved in accident at Hogpath
and Gordon-Landis Roads
On April 17, 2015 at approximately 2:49 p.m. Darke County Deputies,
Arcanum Rescue and Arcanum Fire were dispatched to Hogpath Road and
Gordon Landis Road in reference to a two vehicle injury accident.
Preliminary investigation revealed a yellow 2015 Blue Bird Franklin
Monroe school bus driven by Paul Peters, 67, of Arcanum, Ohio was
stopped northbound on Gordon Landis Road at the posted stop sign at
Hogpath Road. Peters failed to yield... read
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Bluebag Media… Robbins, 19,
Greenville’s newest firefighter
GREENVILLE –Levi Robbins, 19, Greenville Fire Department’s newest – and
youngest – firefighter took his oath April 9 in the Greenville City
Council Room. Coming to the department with two years experience as a
volunteer with the Pleasant Hill Fire Department, Chief Mark Wolf said
he would be moving to A Shift to fill the spot created when Capt. Jeff
Dohme retired. “He did quite well...
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One
airlifted following two-vehicle accident at US 127 and Kruckeberg Rd.
Greenville - On April 16, 2015 at approximately 11:03 a.m. Darke County
Deputies, along with Greenville Township Fire and Rescue, and mutual
aid from Gettysburg Rescue were dispatched to US 127 and Kruckeberg in
reference to a two-vehicle injury accident with entrapment. Preliminary
investigation shows that a 2007 GMC Yukon, driven by Kenneth G.
Diedenhofer (68) of Greenville was...
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Faber
Honors Darke County Chamber for Excellence in Advocacy
COLUMBUS– Senate President Keith Faber (R-Celina) today honored the
Darke County Chamber of Commerce for winning the Chamber Action
Alliance's 2015 Best Advocacy Campaign Award. This is the second
consecutive year that the Darke County Chamber has earned recognition
for its grassroots campaign to combat drugs in the workplace. The
Chamber Action Alliance (CAA)...
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AG Mike DeWine... DeWine Releases April Sexual Assault Kit
Testing Update
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today
released a status update on the progress of DNA testing being conducted
as part of the Ohio Attorney General's Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) Testing
Initiative. As of April 1, 2015, 156 law enforcement agencies have
submitted 9,354 kits to be tested as part of the initiative. Of
those, 19 kits... read
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College Credit Plus,
By
Laura Bemus, Assistant Supt., Greenville City Schools
What is College Credit Plus? College Credit Plus provides
students the opportunity to earn college credit while attending high
school and replaces PSEO (Post Secondary Education Option) and dual
enrollment. Governor Kasich signed H.B. 487 into law on June 16,
2014 and the College Credit Plus program will become operational for... read
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Ohio children to receive more than 9,000
Bike Helmets
Promotes Bike
Helmet Safety Awareness Week May 2-10, 2015
-- COLUMBUS – Around 9,300 bicycle helmets will be going to children
across Ohio thanks to a partnership between the Ohio Department of
Transportation and the Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of
Pediatrics (AAP). ODOT is contributing $25,000 to the campaign with the
Ohio AAP kicking in another $14,000. The effort is part of the Ohio
AAP’s Put a Lid on It! Bike Helmet Safety...
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Darke
County Sheriff’s Office… Be on
alert for local volunteers
Darke County Sheriff Toby L. Spencer and the Darke County Solid Waste
Management District Director Krista Fourman would like to advise
motorists to use caution while traveling Darke County roadways in the
upcoming weekend. On April 18th and April 19th Darke County Solid
Waste Management District will be holding its 8th Annual Trash
Bash. Over 1100 volunteers and organizations will be... read
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AG
Mike DeWine… Ohioans Report Tax
Scams as Filing Deadline Approaches
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today warned Ohioans
to beware of threatening calls purportedly “from the IRS” as the April
15 tax-filing deadline approaches. In the past week alone, the Ohio
Attorney General’s Office has received more than 100 reports of
IRS-related scams from consumers across the state. “Many of... read
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Bluebag
Media… Retiring captain will
miss his fire “family”
GREENVILLE – “I was 10 minutes into my first shift (as captain) when we
got a call on a structure fire with people trapped on the second
floor,” said retiring Greenville Fire Department Capt. Jeff Dohme. No
one was hurt, however, as someone had backed a van up to the structure
and those trapped were able to jump on top of it. That was 1999. Dohme
had already been with the department for...
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Bluebag
Media… Future road funding
crisis possible for county
GREENVILLE – “We are in a serious situation, and it is an obligation of
the state to help us. It looks like there is no interest (in Columbus)
in doing that.” Darke County Engineer Jim Surber expressed his
frustration regarding funding for local infrastructure on March 25.
Noting his job is currently a “challenge,” he said funding levels are
requiring him to dip into his reserve at a rate of... read
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FBI…
Tax Return Fraud
Criminals are proficient in stealing the personally identifiable
information (PII) of individuals to facilitate various fraud
activities, including using stolen identity information to file
fraudulent tax returns. Once the fraudsters obtain victim PII, they
electronically file tax returns and set up pre-paid debit cards or bank
accounts to route fraudulent returns. The...
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Bluebag
Media… “Your Dream Job is Right
Here!”
GREENVILLE – Can’t find a job locally? You probably haven’t tried
Hometown Opportunity! According to Darke County Economic Development
Director Marc Saluk, there is no need to look outside the area for that
“dream job.” It can be found at Hometown Opportunity
(hometownopportunity.com). “What started out as a simple job posting
site has evolved into a complete career connection,” he said... read
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NFRW Briefed by Republican Leaders;
Local Resident
Among More than 150 ‘Red Coats’ at U.S. Capitol
-- WASHINGTON, D.C. – Dozens of Republican elected officials, including
several freshman congresswomen, briefed more than 150 Republican women
leaders from across the country during the National Federation of
Republican Women’s (NFRW) biennial Legislative Day at the U.S. Capitol
on March 19. Lyn Bliss (Greenville), President of the Ohio
Federation... read
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Upstart Biz Journals… Google, other big tech companies team up
for digital spying reform
The UpTake: Tech companies like Apple Inc., LinkedIn Corp., MICROSOFT
Corp., Yahoo Inc. and Facebook Inc. have formed the Reform Government
Surveillance coalition. Google Inc. and an ARRAY of the biggest U.S.
technology companies including Facebook Inc. and MICROSOFTCorp. are
uniting to combat government collection of some user data. The effort,
dubbed the Reform Government Surveillance coalition, is being joined by
other... read
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The
Daily Signal… Ohio Makes State
Government Spending Data Publicly Available Online,
by Kate Scanlon -- March 31, 2015 -- Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel is
seeking to “set a new national standard for transparency” with a
website that allows users to study how funds are being spent in the
state. OhioCheckbook.com enables users to examine over $400 billion
dollars in state spending over seven fiscal years in state spending.
Information is presented in...
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| MSN News… Wanted at the White House: A Fence That
Says Halt! (With Curb Appeal),
By MICHAEL S. SCHMIDT and MICHAEL D. SHEAR - WASHINGTON — Just after a
Secret Service official shouted “Go!” and started a stopwatch, an agent
hurtled toward a 10-foot-high fence with curving rods at the top.
Intended to slow any climber, the rods unexpectedly served as handholds
that allowed the agent to hoist himself over the fence, a variation of
the cast iron barricade at the White House. The feat took under seven... read
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| ODOT
invites public comment… 2016-19 Statewide Transportation Improvement
Plan; Comment
period is March 30 through April 10, 2015
-- COLUMBUS (Tuesday, March 31, 2015) – The Ohio Department of
Transportation (ODOT) is now accepting public comments on the Statewide
Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) for 2016 to 2019. The STIP
identifies the multi-modal transportation improvement projects that are
scheduled for some phase of implementation throughout the state over
the next four years. The draft documents will be available... read
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Injury Accident on Horatio Harris Creek
On March 31, 2015 at approximately 10:50 a.m. Darke County Deputies
along with Gettysburg Rescue and Gettysburg Fire were dispatched to the
6400 block of Horatio - Harris Creek Road in reference to an injury
accident. Preliminary investigation has revealed a 2005 Silver
Jeep driven by Bonnie Whitted, 78, Greenville, Ohio was traveling west
on Horatio Harris Creek Road. Mrs. Whitted lost control of the... read
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Darke
County Sheriff's Office... Injury
accident at US 127 and SR 503
On March 30, 2015 at approximately 8:31 pm, Darke County Deputies,
along with Tri Village Rescue and New Madison Fire Department responded
to the intersection of US Route 127 & SR 503 in reference to a two
vehicle injury accident. Preliminary investigation revealed a tractor
trailer, driven by Lorenzo Rodriguez-Ortiz (48) of Rigby, Idaho, was... read
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State Route 49 to Close during Sewer
Construction
Dayton, Ohio (March 23, 2015) - Starting on Monday, March 30, State
Street (SR 49) in the Village of Phillipsburg will be closed due to
sanitary sewer installation and construction. Traffic will be detoured
in the area. The road closure is scheduled to be in place for
approximately 90 days. "Roadways must be closed to provide a safer work
environment and allow for faster construction progress," said Patrick
Turnbull, director of Montgomery County...
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Darke
County Sheriff's Office… Injury
Accident at Childrens Home Bradford Road and US 127
On March 30, 2015 at approximately 6:17 a.m. Darke County Deputies
along with Greenville Township Rescue, Greenville Township Fire,
Greenville City Fire, Ansonia Rescue and Careflight were dispatched to
the intersection of Childrens Home Bradford Road and US Rt. 127 in
reference to an injury accident. Preliminary investigation has revealed
a 2004 Chevrolet Impala driven by Debra Humbert... read
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| MSN
Money… Jell-O, that jiggly
dessert famously favored by Bill Cosby, could get the ax: analyst,
By Trey Williams -- Like its once-revered spokesman, Bill Cosby, the
Jell-O brand has seen the value of its brand erode precipitously. In
the aftermath of the announcement that Kraft Food Group Inc. and
H.J. Heinz Co. will join forces, Morningstar senior analyst Erin Lash
suggested that the Jell-O brand could be on the chopping block as 3G
Capital Partners casts a critical eye on the Kraft portfolio. “Despite
investments to try and turn around the brand,” Lash said... read
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Injury
accident at 118 & 705
Burkettsville- On March 28, 2015 at 9:39 a.m. Darke County
Deputies, along with Burkettsville Fire, Rossburg Fire and Ansonia
Rescue, were dispatched to SR118 at SR705 reference to a two vehicle
injury accident. Preliminary investigation revealed that a 2011 Honda
Fit, driven by Brian Sutton (47) of Tipp City, was eastbound on SR705
and... read
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Mercer
drug bust nets 12
Celina, Ohio – Mercer County Sheriff Jeff Grey and Celina Chief Tom
Wale announced the indictment and arrests of the following
persons. All of the charges are a result of an
investigation by the Drug Unit (Grand Lake Task Force). The Grand
Lake Task Force includes agencies from Mercer and Auglaize
Counties. The Drug Unit in Mercer County is a... read
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MSN.com… Washington girl performs 600 acts of
kindness to honor late grandmother
Larry LaRue, News Tribune, Tacoma, Wash. -- Before it careened out of
control - before she decided to perform 600 acts of kindness in one
year - Alex McKelvey began with one. She was 6 years old when her
maternal grandmother, Linda, died in September 2013. "Mom and grandma
were best buddies, and mom cried a lot when she passed on," Alex said.
"I told her grandma was up in heaven...
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Court
News Ohio… New Statewide Program
to Teach Civility
March 20, 2015 - A new curriculum aimed at teaching civility to middle
school students is now available to Ohio teachers. The seven-lesson
package of activities was developed by the Ohio Center for Law-Related
Education (OCLRE) with support from the Thomas J. Moyer Legacy
Committee of the Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA) and funded by the
Ohio State Bar Foundation. It’s designed to help students gain
knowledge to... read
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Darke Chamber leads multi-county wage and
benefit survey
(GREENVILLE, OHIO) - For several months, the Darke County
Chamber's Human Resources (HR) Council has been discussing the topic of
conducting a wage and benefits survey with other chambers in the
region. Last month, the HR Council invited chamber executives
from the Celina-Mercer County Chamber, Preble County Chamber,
Southwestern Auglaize County...
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Huffington Post… John McCain To Obama: Get Over Your 'Temper
Tantrum' On Israel, by Sam Levine
Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) said on Sunday that President Barack Obama
should "get over his temper tantrum" over Israeli Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu. "The president should get over it. Get over your
temper tantrum, Mr. President, it's time that we work together with our
Israeli friends and try to stem this tide of ISIS and Iranian movement
throughout the region, which is threatening the very fabric of the
region. The least of your problems is what... read
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Injury Accident on S.R. 49
On March 23, 2015 at approximately 5:40 PM Darke County Deputies, along
with Greenville Rescue, Greenville Twp. Fire Dept.,and Arcanum Rescue
were dispatched to State Route 49 near Heritage Road in reference to a
one vehicle, injury accident. Careflight was requested to the
scene but was unable to fly due to weather conditions. Preliminary
investigation revealed that a 2004 Chevrolet Impala... read
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AG Mike
DeWine… DeWine, Hughes, O’Brien
Urge Support for Violent Career Criminal Act
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine, State Senator Jim
Hughes (R-Columbus), and Franklin County Prosecutor Ron O’Brien are
urging support for the Violent Career Criminal Act, which was
introduced this General Assembly as Senate Bill 97. Sponsored by
Senators Hughes and Frank LaRose (R-Copley), the legislation would add
additional prison time for repeat violent offenders... read
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Treasurer
Josh Mandel … Mandel Earns #1
Transparency Ranking in the Country
Improves Ohio's Transparency Ranking from 46th to 1st in the Nation,
Receives Highest Score in the History of U.S. PIRG's Rankings -
COLUMBUS - The U.S. Public Interest Research Group (U.S. PIRG) released
their annual "Following the Money 2015" report today and Treasurer Josh
Mandel earned Ohio the number one transparency ranking in the country
for providing online access to government...
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Ohio and U.S. Employment Situation
Ohio's unemployment rate was 5.1 percent in February 2015, unchanged
from January 2015. Ohio’s nonfarm wage and salary employment increased
3,300 over the month, from a revised 5,383,900 in January to 5,387,200
in February. The number of workers unemployed in Ohio in February was
291,000, down 2,000 from 293,000 in January. The number of unemployed
has decreased by 66,000 in the past 12 months from 357,000. The February... read
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Darke
County Sheriff’s Office… Driver
in critical condition following single vehicle accident
On March 20, 2015 at approximately 7:01 a.m. Darke County Deputies
along with Gettysburg Fire Department, Gettysburg Rescue, Greenville
Township Rescue and CareFlight were dispatched to 8500 block of
Childrens Home Bradford Road in reference to a single vehicle injury
accident. The caller reported a vehicle in a field with a female
yelling for help. Preliminary investigation revealed... read
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Court
News Ohio… First-Time Ohio Mock
Trial Champion Takes the Trophy, By Stephanie Beougher
March 16, 2015 -- More than 300 high school students from 32 teams
competed during a three-day period, with one team emerging victorious.
Westerville North High School defeated Ashland High School to win the
32nd annual High School Mock Trial Competition on March 14. It was the
first time a Westerville North team had won the mock trial final. “For
us to be the first people to actually win it, let alone get here, it
was breathtaking, unbelievable...
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Attorney
General DeWine… As Sunshine Week
Begins, DeWine Releases 2015 ‘Yellow Book’
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today released the
2015 edition of Ohio Sunshine Laws: An Open Government Resource Manual.
The release of the manual, commonly referred to as the “Yellow Book,”
coincides with the beginning of Sunshine Week. “The ‘Yellow Book’ is
published to help requesters understand their rights and for government
agencies to understand their obligations...
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| MSN.com… Senate leader: Obama on verge of 'very bad
deal' with Iran,
By Doina Chiacu - U.S. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell said on
Sunday that President Barack Obama was on the verge of making a "very
bad deal" on Iran's nuclear program and made clear that Congress will
weigh in on any agreement. "Apparently the administration is on the
cusp of entering into a very bad deal with one of the worst regimes in
the world that would allow them to continue to have their nuclear
infrastructure," McConnell said ...
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Bluebag
Media… More consumers looking
for unique, local shopping
GREENVILLE – “Retail is in a massive transformation period. Consumers
have lost their enthusiasm for strolling through massive stores…” This
quote by consumer psychologist Kit Yarrow was offered by Main Street
Greenville Executive Director Amber Garrett as a reason for the growing
shopping trends in Greenville and Darke County... read
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Scheduled improvements to County Roads and
Bridges,
By Jim Surber P.E., P.S., Darke County Engineer - An estimated
$2,757,949 worth of improvements to Darke County roads and bridges is
scheduled for 2015 that will be 90% percent locally funded. This is
$329,943 less than in 2014. Local funds come only from gas tax and
license fees returned monthly to the County by the State of Ohio for
County Highway operations. No real estate taxes, sales taxes, or money... read
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When tragedy strikes, Tri-County Crisis
Response Team helps communities cope
As details of the recent tragic event in Troy trickled out over social
media, traditional media and neighbor to neighbor, it quickly became
apparent that the scope and impact would reach far beyond the families
involved. Four children ages 8 through 14 were poisoned by carbon
monoxide build up in the house. Three have died. Emergency responders –
police, fire and EMTs – described...
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Ohio
Senator Bill Beagle… Historic
Adoption Records Law Takes Effect March 20
COLUMBUS– State Senators Bill Beagle (R-Tipp City) and Dave Burke
(R-Marysville) co-sponsored bipartisan legislation that is set to take
effect on March 20, 2015. Next Friday, 400,000 people born in
Ohio and adopted between January 1, 1964 and September 18, 1996 can
request a copy of their original birth certificate. After a 15-month
implementation period, required by the Ohio Department of Health... read
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Bluebag
Media… Retail is changing but
economic outlook is positive
GREENVILLE – “Retail as we know it is changing.” That is the general
consensus of three individuals who tend to keep a finger on the pulse
of local economics. According to Darke County Commissioner Mike
Stegall, the brick and mortar ‘big box’ stores are going away. Main
Street Greenville Executive Director Amber Garrett and Darke County
Visitors Bureau Executive Director Deanna York agree... read
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Darke County Sheriff’s Office… Two-vehicle injury accident
On March 12, 2015 at approximately 12:30 PM Darke County deputies along
with Tri-Village Rescue, New Madison Fire, Arcanum Rescue, CareFlight
and LifeLine were dispatched to the intersection of New
Madison-Coletown Road and Hollansburg-Arcanum Road in reference to a
two vehicle injury accident. Preliminary investigation revealed a blue
1983 Chevy Suburban driven by George M. Fudge, 39 of New Paris, Ohio
stopped at the posted stop sign...
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Injury
Accident on US 36 and Jaysville St. Johns
On March 11, 2015 at approximately 1011 hrs. Darke County Deputies
along with Greenville Township fire Department and Greenville Township
Rescue were dispatched to US Route 36 and Jaysville St. Johns Rd. in
reference to an injury accident. The caller reported a vehicle
off the roadway with possible ejection. Investigation revealed
that a 2000 GMC crew cab truck, driven by Jimmie D. Platt, age 75,
Covington, Ohio was westbound on US Route 36... read
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Darke
County Sheriff’s Office… Methamphetamine Drug Lab Discovered in
Mobile Home Park
On March 9, 2015 the Darke County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement
Unit served an arrest warrant on David Reffitt, age 42, for trafficking
in heroin. Reffitt was taken into custody at his residence, 503
Beamsville Union City Road Lot#29. While at the residence officers
noticed a chemical odor similar to what is found in the manufacture of
methamphetamine. Officers also observed items present... read
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Federal News Radio… Carter opens door to more DoD civilian job
cuts
Department of Defense Secretary Ashton Carter told Congress Wednesday
that civilian workforce reductions need to be part of the Pentagon's
strategy to deal with tightening budgets. He said that, although parts
of the workforce have grown out of necessity over the last decade, the
Pentagon has not done enough to reduce overhead in its civilian ranks.
In his first round of Congressional hearings since becoming Defense
secretary in early... read
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AG DeWine Releases March Sexual Assault Kit
Testing Initiative Update
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today released a
status update on the progress of DNA testing being conducted as part of
the Ohio Attorney General's Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) Testing
Initiative. Status of Initiative as of Monday, March 2, 2015: • A total
of 152 law enforcement agencies in Ohio have submitted 9,237 rape kits
for testing b... read
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Edison Community College Selects Four
Candidates for President
Edison Community College has selected four candidates for the position
of President and will bring each candidate to campus for two days
between March 17 and April 2. The selected candidate will replace
Interim President Dr. Karen Rafinski, who has led the College following
Dr. Cristobal Valdez’s announced departure in the previous academic year... read
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Darke County's Most Wanted… Joseph Cheadle
Wanted for: November 2014 – Bench Warrant issued by Darke County
Municipal Court for Failure to Appear on a Marijuana Drug Abuse charge;
a minor misdemeanor. November 2014 - Arrest warrant issued the Darke
County Common Pleas Court upon and Indictment by the Darke County Grand
Jury for Domestic Violence, a felony of the 4th degree. December
2014 – Arrest warrant issued...
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AG Mike DeWine… Ohio Sues BP for $33 Million in Wrongful
Oil Tank Clean-Up Compensation
Attorney General DeWine Alleges BP “Double Dipped” from State Fund and
Insurers -- (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and the
Ohio Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Release Compensation Board
today announced a lawsuit against BP Inc. for wrongfully obtaining more
than $33.3 million in reimbursement to clean up leaks from BP-owned
underground storage tanks in Ohio...
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AG Mike DeWine… Top Phone Scams During National Consumer
Protection Week
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week,
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today warned consumers about five of
the top phone scams reported to his office. “Every day, there’s a
scammer who picks up the phone, tells a big lie, and tries to get money
from someone in Ohio,” Attorney General DeWine said. “No longer do
thieves have to rob a bank to get cash. They just pick up the phone,
tell a very detailed, believable...
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Ohio and U.S. Employment Situation
Ohio's unemployment rate was 5.1 percent in January 2015, unchanged
from a revised 5.1 percent in December 2014. Ohio’s nonfarm wage and
salary employment increased 25,100 over the month, from a revised
5,369,900 in December to 5,395,000 in January. The number of workers
unemployed in Ohio in January was 293,000, up 1,000 from 292,000 in
December. The number of unemployed has decreased by 78,000... read
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Ohio AG Mike DeWine… Agreement with Naloxone Manufacturer
Announced
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced today
that Ohio has reached an agreement with naloxone manufacturer Amphastar
Pharmaceuticals, Inc. regarding rebates for public entities that
purchase Amphastar naloxone within the next year. As part of the
agreement, Amphastar has agreed to provide a $6 rebate for each
Amphastar... read
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Mercer County Sheriff… Suspected drug use leads to assaultive
behavior
Sheriff Jeff Grey reports that on March 6, 2015 at approximately
9:19am, the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office received several calls in
regards to a disturbance at Grand Manor Trailer Court, 3601 State Route
703 in Jefferson Township. The callers reported that a male was
half-clothed, covered in blood, and was trying to fight with people.
When law enforcement... read
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Bluebag Media… State tax refund quiz off to a rocky start
GREENVILLE – “I’m not sending my personal information to them through
the mail,” said one frustrated taxpayer. “Who knows who might be
looking at it on the other end.” The Greenville resident had filed her
tax return online as she had in years past, only to find out she had to
take a test to prove she was who she said she was. She was one of the
reportedly one in 10... read
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Reward
Offered regarding Bald Eagle Shot in Preble County
Xenia, OH - The ODNR Division of Wildlife is asking the public for
information about the shooting of a bald eagle in Preble County. The
incident occurred around Saturday, Feb. 21. The bird was found
northeast of Eaton. A reward is being offered for information leading
to the arrest and conviction of suspected poachers. Bald and golden
eagles are protected under federal law by the Bald and Golden Eagle
Protection Act and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act... read
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Mehaffie
Named Chairman of Edison’s Board of Trustees
Darryl Mehaffie has been elected to serve as chairman of Edison
Community College’s Board of Trustees. Mehaffie’s appointment took
place at the January 28 board meeting and will continue for the next
two years. As a member of Edison’s Board of Trustees for over fifteen
years, Mehaffie is accustomed to the College and realizes the
significance in being named chairman. “I was pleased to learn of my
election... read
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FBI… Testimony on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland
Security, and Investigation, Michael Steinbach
February 26, 2015 - Good morning Chairman Sensenbrenner, Ranking Member
Lee, and members of the committee. Thank you for the opportunity to
appear before you today to discuss the dynamic threat posed by foreign
fighters traveling in support of the Islamic State of Iraq and the
Levant (ISIL) and the continued threat to the United States posed by
homegrown violent extremists. These threats remain one of the biggest
priorities... read
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Attorney General Mike DeWine… Another cold case rapist arrested
(CLEVELAND) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Cuyahoga
County Prosecutor Timothy J. McGinty announced today that an alleged
serial rapist accused of crimes that date back to 2001 has been
indicted and arrested through the efforts of the Cuyahoga County Sexual
Assault Kit Task Force. Darrell Blackmon, 52, was arrested Thursday... read
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Bluebag Media… PARCC requirements creating a “range war”
DARKE COUNTY – During the public comments segment of the Versailles
Board of Education on Feb. 17, more than 25 angry parents submitted
letters opting their children out of the state’s new PARCC (Partnership
for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers). Among the
parents’ concerns were the tests having no educational value; results... read
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| MSN.com…
Homeland
Security
funding drama darkens U.S. fiscal outlook,
By Richard Cowan and David Lawder -- Congress narrowly averted a
partial shutdown of the U.S. domestic security agency late on Friday
night, but the forces behind the chaotic episode remain - fractious
Republicans and House Speaker John Boehner's lack of control over them.
That may portend more serious trouble ahead as Washington confronts
fiscal challenges on a grander scale. In five to seven months, the
federal debt ceiling will again be reached, and by October Congress
must pass... read
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Bluebag Media… Community gets update in fight against drug
abuse
GREENVILLE – “This Vivitrol? Get it!” said a woman in the audience.
Darke County Chamber of Commerce Director Sharon Deschambeau told her
it’s not a cure. “It is to me,” the woman said. “It’s hope! I want my
son home.” Earlier she had told the panelists her son was addicted to
heroin. She said he went to the Monday program. “He was a model
resident,” she said. He gets arrested and goes to jail... read
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Injury
Accident on U.S. 36
On February 28, 2015 at approximately 8:07 PM Darke County Deputies,
along with Liberty Twp. fire Dept., Tri-Village Rescue, and Careflight
were dispatched to the 900 Block of US Route 36 in reference to an
injury accident. The caller reported a vehicle into a pole with
entrapment. Investigation revealed that a 2000 Chrysler Town &
Country, driven by Brandy Mills, 37 of Lynn, Indiana, was westbound on
US Route 36 when the vehicle drove off the left side of the roadway and
struck a utility... read
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AG Mike DeWine… DeWine Rejects Petition for End Ohio
Cannabis Prohibition Act
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today rejected the
petition for the proposed End Ohio Cannabis Prohibition Act because the
petitioners did not submit the minimum valid signatures required. On
February 17th, the Ohio Attorney General’s Office received a written
petition to amend the Ohio Constitution by adding the Ohio Alternative
Treatment Amendment. The submission...
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AG Mike DeWine… Over 110,000 Conceal Carry Licenses Issued
or Renewed in 2014
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today issued a
report indicating that more than 110,000 concealed carry licenses were
issued or renewed in Ohio in 2014, according to data compiled by Ohio’s
county sheriffs. The following total concealed carry numbers were
reported to the Attorney General's Office from county sheriffs in Ohio
for the calendar year... read
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Court News Ohio… Interstate Prisoner Transfer Agreement
Applies to Those Incarcerated in County Jails,
By Kathleen Maloney -- February 19, 2015 -- A statute governing the
transfer of prisoners between states to deal with pending charges in
another jurisdiction applies to inmates who have begun serving
sentences in county jails, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled today. The law
incorporates an interstate compact that allows a jurisdiction to bring
a person to trial on pending charge...
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FBI… A Ponzi Scheme Collapses:
Financial Crime
Ring Uncovered, Criminals Brought to Justice
-- 02/23/15 -- Nearly a dozen fraudsters who conspired to operate a $40
million Ponzi scheme will be spending plenty of time behind bars after
a joint effort by the FBI, the Internal Revenue Service, and the U.S.
Attorney’s Office in the Western District of North Carolina. Among
those now serving time is the scheme’s mastermind, Keith Franklin
Simmons, who was sentenced... read
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Gov. John R. Kasich’s State of the State
Address
Wilmington, Ohio -- Tuesday, February 24, 2015 -- SPEAKER ROSENBERGER:
The House will come to order. I want to welcome you all here to
Wilmington, Ohio. I'm really glad to be home. Before we get started and
I make my introduction, I just first want to take the opportunity to
thank my neighbors, my friends, our community, the legislators, the
governor, Senator Faber, and all those who have made today possible...
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Attorney
General Mike DeWine… DeWine
Rejects Petition for Marijuana Legalization Amendment
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today rejected the
petition for a proposed amendment to the Ohio Constitution which would
attempt to legalize marijuana use in the state. On February 13th, the
Ohio Attorney General’s Office received a written petition to amend the
Ohio Constitution, entitled “Medical Marijuana and Personal Use
Amendment,” from the group Responsible Ohio...
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Bluebag Media: Greenville Police Beat… Suspect forces way into residence; faces
several charges
- Feb. 20, 2015 - On February 6 police responded to 215 1/2 Harrison
Ave. regarding a forced entry into a residence. The suspect, Clayton
Hans, reportedly went up the rear steps of his wife’s new residence,
pushed the door open and entered the residence despite her attempts to
stop him. The victim repeatedly told him to leave. Her friend, Justin
Pelsy, heard the argument... read
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Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel… Mandel
Partners with the State Library to Publish Historical Financial Reports
- COLUMBUS - As part of Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel's mission to create
a more open and transparent government, the Ohio Treasurer's office is
pleased to announce a partnership with the State Library of Ohio to
present an online compilation of Annual Reports published by the
Treasurer's office since the early 1800s. This collaborative project...
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Darke County Sheriff… Snowmobile
trespassing complaints
Monday, February 23, 2015 -- Sheriff Toby Spencer would like to remind
all who enjoy the winter season and snow that it is illegal to trespass
on to another's property without permission. The Sheriff's Office
received several complaints during the last snowfall of snowmobiles
trespassing and damaging winter wheat crops. Sheriff Spencer wants to
let everyone know that if a complaint is filed or anyone...
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Attorney
General Mike DeWine… Ohio Joins
Challenge of Sysco and US Foods Merger
FTC, States Cite Competition and Cost Concerns over Proposed Merger of
Two Largest Food Distributors -- (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General
Mike DeWine today announced that his office has joined the Federal
Trade Commission and the attorneys general of nine other states and the
District of Columbia in challenging the proposed merger of Sysco and US
Foods — the nation’s two... ... read
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Mercer HIT
arrest
Mercer County Sheriff Jeff Grey and Celina Police Chief Tom Wale
reports the arrest of a male on drug related charges. On February
17, 2015 at 6:13 PM a deputy stopped a vehicle behind J’s bar on SR
703. Deputies received information from HIT (Heroin Interdiction
Team) of a male possibly transporting drugs back to Mercer
County. During a search of the vehicle deputies and a patrolman
from Celina PD located a syringe and 4 capsules with suspected heroin
inside... read
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Federal News Radio… OMB warns of consequences if sequestration
returns in 2016, By Jason Miller
Tuesday - 2/17/2015 - The White House is warning Congress and agencies
that if cuts from sequestration return in fiscal 2016, the impact would
be great. In a report sent to Congress on Feb. 2, but posted only in
the last week or so, Shaun Donovan, the director of the Office of
Management and Budget, wrote that if lawmakers don't act, agencies
would have to reduce their discretionary budgets by more than $90.4
billion. "Based on the estimates in that report... read
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From Dayton Business
Journal… Higher ed upheaval is
great for this entrepreneur
Craig Douglas, Managing Editor, Boston Business Journal -- The UpTake:
Tony Friscia sees himself more as a data man, a researcher with a
penchant for connecting the dots in a way that helps clients help
themselves. And right now colleges need help. Lots of it, in fact. Tony
Friscia is not an academic, nor does he present himself as an expert
when it comes to running a college. On the surface... read
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Darke County Sheriff… Vandalia Man Arrested for Trafficking and
Possession of Drugs
February 19, 2015 - On February 19, 2015, the Darke County Sheriff’s
Office Narcotics Unit, along with Greenville Police Department,
conducted a drug operation in the 800 Block of Martin Street in
Greenville, Ohio. The Darke County Sheriff’s Special Response Team took
Sean T. Marcum (21) of Vandalia into custody without incident.
This stems from an ongoing... read
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City
of Greenville to Discuss Improvements to North Broadway
Greenville, Ohio – The City of Greenville has
recently began the design phase for a series of roadway projects to
occur in the public right-of-way of North Broadway from the traffic
circle to Russ Road. These collective improvements will include a new
surface asphalt, replacement/installation of curb & sidewalk, and
the addition of storm drainage appurtenances... read
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Ohio Poultry Owners Advised to Increase
Biosecurity as Virus Spreads in Western U.S.,
By Sam Custer, OSU Extension Darke County -- Three worrisome strains of
avian flu have been detected in birds out West. These viruses can cause
serious disease in birds, and their appearance has prompted poultry
veterinarians at The Ohio State University to recommend that Ohio’s
commercial producers and backyard chicken enthusiasts alike take
precautions to protect their flocks. The strains... read
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| Federal News Radio… 30K furloughs imminent if Congress can't
pass DHS spending bill,
By Sean McCalley and the Associated Press - Monday - 2/9/2015 -
Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson will have to furlough at least
30,000 employees if Congress doesn't pass a spending bill to cover DHS
funding beyond Feb. 27. Those furloughs could still happen if Congress
decides to kick the can and pass another continuing resolution, the
agency's Chief Financial Officer Chip Fulghum told... read
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Celina resident threatens to jump from
water tower
On 02/16/2015 the Celina Police Department handled two calls involving
31 year old Reuben Rios of Celina. At about 5:00 PM officers were
sent to the Shell gas station in the 300 block of S. Main St. upon a
report of Rios attempting entry into an employee’s car and attempting
to steal a candy bar. Officers spoke with Rios and he denied the
allegation. He... read
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Attorney General Mike DeWine… Former Teacher Charged with Sexual Battery
(CAMPBELL, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced today
that a former Mahoning County high school teacher has been arrested in
connection with an investigation regarding an alleged inappropriate
relationship with a student. Shannon Pavlansky-Wojtowicz, 30, of
Campbell, turned herself in to the Campbell Police Department this
afternoon after a warrant for her arrest was issued on a felony charge
of sexual battery... read
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Attorney
Mike General DeWine… DeWine
Files Suit Against New York Debt Collector
(DAYTON, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General DeWine today announced a lawsuit
against a Buffalo, New York, debt collector accused of impersonating
Ohio government agencies and threatening consumers with arrest while
attempting to collect debts. The lawsuit accuses Nationwide Recovery
Group LLC and its owner, Michael P. McCarthy, of violating the Ohio
Consumer Sales Practices Act and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act...
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State
Senator Bill Beagle… Beagle
Introduces Bills Focused on Children
COLUMBUS– Senator Bill Beagle (R–Tipp City) today introduced Senate
Bill 39, which will create a penalty for failing to yield in a school
zone crosswalk. “After speaking with our local prosecutors, I learned
there is not a law that specifically addresses pedestrians, including
children, who are hit in a school zone. Very often, the choices
prosecutors have are either too severe, or not severe enough,” said
Beagle... read
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The Hill… Governors, senators set for 2016 brawl,
By Peter Schroeder
The Republican presidential primary is shaping up to be a battle
between the statehouse and the statesmen. Current and former governors
such as Jeb Bush (Fla.), Scott Walker (Wis.) and Chris Christie (N.J.)
are touting their hands-on experience outside of Washington as a major
asset against Hillary Clinton, the likely Democratic nominee. But those
eyeing the White House from Capitol Hill are punching back, dismissing...
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DeWine
reaches $105,000 settlement with Massachusetts telemarketer
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today announced a
settlement with a Massachusetts-based business that allegedly solicited
Ohioans for charitable donations while misleading consumers into
thinking the calls were coming from a charity, versus a business.
Integral Resources Inc., a Cambridge, Massachusetts... read
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Secretary of State Jon Husted… Husted letter to Obama on immigration
actions
COLUMBUS – In a recent letter to President Barack Obama, Ohio Secretary
of State Jon Husted raised concerns that the President’s Immigration
Accountability Executive Actions may have implications on the integrity
of elections. These executive actions increase the potential that
non-citizens may illegally register and vote by granting millions...
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Attorney Mike General DeWine… DeWine announces more than 6,200 Sexual
Assault Kits tested
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today announced
that forensic scientists with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation
(BCI) have now tested more than 6,200 sexual assault kits as part of a
special initiative to test rape kits that had not before been tested
for DNA. As of February 1, 2015, BCI forensic scientists have tested
6,275 rape kits as part of Attorney General DeWine's... read
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Dayton Business Journal… Bad news for travelers flying through
Dayton International Airport
Feb 4, 2015 -- The Dayton International Airport may be at risk of
losing its reputation as one of the most affordable airports. In fact,
the average airfare at Dayton during the third quarter of 2014 jumped
9.2 percent compared to the previous year, which was the second highest
of any U.S. airport. The U.S. Department of Transportation shows the
average airfare out of Dayton was $434 in the latter part of 2014,
compared to $398 the previous year... read
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Darke County Sheriff… Two dead in fatal crash on SR571
Greenville – On February 8, 2015 at 9:37 p.m. Darke County Sheriff
Deputies, along with Union City, Ohio Fire and Rescue, were dispatched
to SR571 west of Kniseley Rd. reference to a single vehicle rollover
accident. While units were in route dispatch was advised that a
second vehicle had just struck a passer by who had stopped to render
aid. Preliminary investigation revealed that a 2003 Kia...
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Celina officer saves elderly woman’s life
On February 3rd shortly before 11:00 PM Sgt. Kent Taylor of the Celina
Police Dept. was on foot patrolling the neighborhood in the 1100 block
of Princeton and performing house checks. It was below freezing
when he noticed something in a backyard moving. Upon a closer
check he found an 82 year old woman, injured and lying face down in the
snow on a patch of ice. This... read
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| Court News Ohio… Convicted
Juvenile To Argue 112-Year Sentence Is Cruel and Unusual Punishment;
Eight Cases on
Supreme Court’s Agenda Feb. 3 and 4,
By Kathleen Maloney -- January 30, 2015 -- Upcoming cases before the
Ohio Supreme Court involve sentences for impaired drivers with prior
offenses, admissibility of drug evidence gathered outside police
officer’s jurisdiction, and a damages claim for wrongful imprisonment.
The Ohio Supreme Court will consider the constitutionality of a
juvenile’s sentence for multiple crimes that makes it unlikely...
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Columbus
Dispatch… College credits,
higher education reform part of state budget proposal,
By Randy Ludlow & Maria DeVito, Friday January 30, 2015 -- DAYTON —
Gov. John Kasich hopes to make higher education more affordable and
more accessible to more students — from high school to adult learners —
through the two-year state budget he will roll out on Monday. Lt. Gov.
Mary Taylor went to Sinclair Community College on Friday to announce
that lawmakers will be asked to permit... read
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Federal News Radio… Public satisfaction with government
services lowest in 16 years
Tuesday - 1/27/2015 - By Michael O'Connell - The American public's
satisfaction with the services it receives from the federal government
continues to decline, according to a new report from the American
Customer Satisfaction Index. The public's satisfaction level dropped to
64.4 (on a scale of 100) in 2014 from 66.1 in 2013 — a difference of
1.7 percent. The previous low score was 65.4, which ACSI reported in
2010. This year's... read
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Cleveland
Plain Dealer… Kasich to reduce
taxes, boost exemptions
John Kasich to propose eliminating income tax on most small businesses,
boost exemptions for low-, middle-income Ohioans - COLUMBUS, Ohio --
The budget proposal Gov. John Kasich will unveil Monday will include
reforms that would eliminate state income tax on nearly all small
businesses in Ohio and increase exemption levels for lower- and...
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Ohio
A.G. DeWine… Ohio, Warren County
File Lawsuit over Obamacare Taxes
(LEBANON, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine, Warren County
Commissioner President David Young, and Warren County Prosecutor David
P. Fornshell today announced that Ohio will be leading a lawsuit
challenging an unconstitutional decision by the Obama Administration to
directly levy an Obamacare tax against state and local governments.
“This tax assessment... read
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Injury Accident on Littles Road
On January 29, 2015 at approximately 9:17 AM Darke County Deputies,
along with Arcanum Fire and Rescue, New Madison Fire, Tri-Village
Rescue, Greenville Township Rescue and CareFlight were dispatched to
the 2800 Block of Littles Road in reference to a rollover injury
accident into a creek bed. Preliminary investigation revealed a 2003
Ford Ranger Extended cab truck, driven by Lucas A. Gower, 18 of
Arcanum, Ohio was northbound on Littles Road... read
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Mercer
County… Two HIT drug team arrests
The Celina Police Department and The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office
reports drug arrests made as a result of their joint HIT
detail. The HIT (Heroin Interdiction Team) is a combination
of Celina Patrolmen and Sheriff’s Deputies. A vehicle was stopped at
1:51 PM for a traffic violation at US Rte 127 near Siegrist Jutte
Road. With assistance from the Celina Police K-9 Unit, the
K-9 alerted on the... read
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Ohio
Senator Bill Beagle… Beagle to
Lead Workforce Development Efforts for Senate
COLUMBUS– Ohio Senate President Keith Faber (R–Celina) today appointed
State Senator Bill Beagle (R–Tipp City) to serve as the Chairman of the
newly-formed Senate Finance Subcommittee on Workforce. Beagle
previously served as Chairman of the Senate Workforce and Economic
Development Committee. The panel’s reassignment as a Finance
Subcommittee further states the Senate’s... read
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FBI…
Preliminary
Semiannual Crime Statistics for 2014
Washington, D.C. -- January 26, 2015 -- Statistics released today in
the FBI’s Preliminary Semiannual Uniform Crime Report reveal overall
declines in both the number of violent crimes and the number of
property crimes reported for the first six months of 2014 when compared
with figures for the first six months of 2013. The report is based on
information from 11,009 law enforcement agencies... read
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Injury
accidents on SR 47 and US 127
Injury accident on SR 47
-- On January 24, 2015 at approximately 10:30 PM Darke County Deputies
along with Ansonia Fire, Ansonia Rescue, and CareFlight were dispatched
to the 4900 Block of State Route 47 reference a one vehicle injury
accident. Preliminary investigation revealed a red 2005 Chevy pickup
truck, driven by Karen Reier of Ansonia, was traveling east on State
Route 47... read
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Attorney
General Mike DeWine… Addiction
Counselor Arrested on Charge of Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs
-- (POMEROY, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and members of
the Major Crimes Task Force of Gallia and Meigs Counties announced
today the arrest of an addiction counselor on a felony charge of
aggravated trafficking in drugs. Roberta Payne, 52, of Cheshire, was
arrested Friday evening in Pomeroy after she allegedly sold an
undercover task force officer... read
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Nationwide scam noted
in Mercer Cty
Mercer County Sheriff, Jeff Grey reports that
his office has received
numerous complaints from citizens within the county about a possible
IRS scam. Sheriff Grey states that his office has been in contact
with the IRS and found that the calls that the citizens have been
receiving are in fact a SCAM. The IRS informed the Mercer County
Sheriff’s Office that their agency... read
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Ohio and U.S. Employment Situation
Ohio unemployment drops
to 4.8 percent - Ohio's unemployment rate was
4.8 percent in December 2014, down from 5.0 percent in November 2014.
Ohio’s nonfarm wage and salary employment increased 5,100 over the
month, from a revised 5,325,300 in November to 5,330,400 in December.
The number of workers unemployed in Ohio in December was 278,000, down
9,000... read
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| Federal News Radio… Air Force to ask for base closures,
aircraft retirements despite repeated rebuffs,
By Jared Serbu -- Monday - 1/19/2015 -- Two of the Air Force's most
contentious budget proposals, getting rid of excess bases and retiring
aging aircraft, will be back on the table in next year's budget,
despite congressional votes just a month ago that rebuked both
requests. President Barack Obama's budget for the Defense Department,
which is scheduled to come early next month, will violate the $523
billion sequestration cap for 2016...
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Suspected drug arrest in Celina
Celina Police Chief Tom Wale and Mercer County Sheriff Jeff Grey report
the arrest of an individual, and suspected heroin and firearms
seized. On Tuesday January 21, the “HIT” (Heroin Interdiction
Team) comprised of members from the Celina Police Department and Mercer
County Sheriff’s Office served a warrant at 1014 Hemlock Street in
Celina. Arrested was 24 year old Steven Noggler who was staying
at the residence on an outstanding...
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Bluebag
Media… More school freedom,
lower taxes possible for 2015
COLUMBUS – “Our work this year will include a heavy focus on
education,” said Senator Keith Faber. The senator was elected to his
second term as President Jan. 5 during the opening Senate session of
the 131st Legislature. More than that, his goal is to relieve some of
the higher performing schools of state regulations. “We want higher
performing districts to be allowed to establish...
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Trafficking
Drugs in the Vicinity of a
School
On January 21, 2015 the Darke County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit,
along with Greenville Police, executed a search warrant at 216 Victoria
Drive, Greenville. Erik Straub (35) of that address was taken into
custody without incident and transported to the Darke County Jail.
Straub is being charged with Trafficking in Drugs in the vicinity of a
school. This investigation stems from ongoing complaints of illegal...
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Ohio
Treasurer Josh Mandel… 2015
Ag-LINK Program Opens for Ohio Farmers
COLUMBUS - Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel announced today that the
application period for Ohio's farmers and agribusinesses to participate
in the Ohio Treasury's 2015 Agricultural Linked Deposit Program
(Ag-LINK) is now open. Celebrating its 30th year of assisting
Ohio's agribusinesses, Ag-LINK applications will be accepted online at
www.OhioTreasurer.gov/agLINK until Monday, March 16th...
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Midmark
Celebrates 100 Years
Remembering its rich history and preparing for the future - DAYTON,
Ohio, Jan. 19, 2015 — Midmark Corporation announced today that 2015
marks the company’s 100th year of business. With a theme of “Reminisce
Reinvent Renew,” the celebration kicked off today at the Versailles
Performing Arts Center as president and CEO, Dr. Anne Eiting Klamar...
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MSN
Money… Prepare for
'Devastating' Tax Season, IRS Watchdog Says, Catherine Dunn
Nina Olson, the taxpayer advocate at the IRS, doesn't mince words about
how bad the upcoming tax season is likely to be. The terms "devastating
erosion of taxpayer service," "sad state of affairs" and "collective
denial" all apply, she wrote in her latest annual report to Congress.
The combination of increased work loads and budget cuts, along with the
damaging "tea party" screening scandal, is adding up to a "'perfect
storm' of trouble... read
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Bluebag Media… ODE relaxes CCP
participation requirements
COLUMBUS – “If you can do it, you’re in!” said Ohio Rep. Jim Buchy
(84th Dist., R) of Greenville. “If you can’t you’re not.” Buchy was not
happy over the guidelines for the state’s College Credit Plus program,
set to be implemented for the fall semester. It limits enrollment in
CCP courses to students who are enrolled in both high school and an
accredited... read
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MSN…
White House: We
should have
sent higher official to Paris march
© The Washington Post -- The White House said Monday that it should
have sent a higher-profile official to a Paris rally where 1.5 million
people marched in a show of unity against terrorism. The absence of
President Obama and other top administration officials drew intense
scrutiny on both sides of the Atlantic on Monday, with Republicans
sharply criticizing the president at home and both domestic and foreign
media raising questions... read
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Bluebag
Media… Faber elected to second
term as Senate President
COLUMBUS – “Being an effective senator would be impossible without the
support of your family,” newly elected Ohio Senate President Keith
Faber (Dist. 12, R) told 32 senators and their families during the
opening ceremonies of the 131st General Assembly. He noted the lost
time with children, the bedtime stories not read, sporting events
missed. “The sacrifice is not only yours...
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House
Approves Job-Creating Keystone Pipeline
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House once again voted, on a bipartisan
basis, to approve the Keystone XL pipeline (H.R. 3), the third jobs
bill passed by the House this week as part of Republicans’ continuing
commitment to put Americans’ priorities – jobs and the economy –
first. Congressman John Boehner (R-West Chester) issued the
following statement: “In light of today’s Nebraska Supreme Court
ruling, the president should reconsider...
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Bluebag
Media… Vivitrol to be introduced
to treat addiction
GREENVILLE – “The holidays are a depressing time of the year if you’re
battling addiction,” Darke County Chief Probation Officer James
Mollette said. “It’s a balancing act between providing for the family
and the drugs; it’s much easier to go back to the addiction.” He added
it’s also difficult fighting loneliness. “We do all the encouraging
things we can… meetings… any positives we can...
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Ohio
Senator Bill Beagle… Lehner,
Beagle Praise Fuyao Expansion, 750 New Miami Valley Jobs
COLUMBUS–Senators Peggy Lehner (R–Kettering) and Bill Beagle (R–Tipp
City) today joined Ohio Governor John Kasich in announcing the
expansion of the Fuyao North American Glass Company project in Moraine,
Ohio. Fuyao has chosen the Moraine site to invest an additional $130
million and add 750 more jobs. Lehner and Beagle joined Kasich for the
announcement with company executives...
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FBI… Virtual Kidnapping Scam on the Rise in New
York City
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and New York City Police Department
are alerting the public to a new, frightening scam that is targeting
New York City residents. In the scheme, individuals call claiming to
have kidnapped a family member. While no actual kidnapping has taken
place, the callers often use co-conspirators to convince their victims
of the legitimacy of the threat. For example, a caller...
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FBI… Adopt-A-School Program
Bringing a Message of Hope to Students - 01/05/15 - Twenty years ago,
the FBI began a program to help kids steer clear of drugs and gangs
while learning core values that would make them good citizens. Since
the Adopt-A-School Program was established in 1994, special agents and
other FBI employees have volunteered thousands of hours to make a
positive impact... read
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Federal News Radio… Don't blame the IRS for reduced services
this year, says NTEU president
By Jory Heckman -- Friday - 1/9/2015 -- The Internal Revenue Service is
in a position few would envy. As it prepares for a new tax filing
season that begins on Jan. 20, it must do so with a budget reduced by
10 percent since fiscal year 2010 and a slashed workforce, while also
shouldering new responsibilities under the Affordable Care Act. Colleen
Kelley, president of the National Treasury Employees Union, says with
fewer employees... read
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Fatal accident on U.S. Route 127;
First fatality of
2015 on Darke County roads
On Tuesday January 13, 2015 at approximately 10:21 AM, Darke County
Deputies, North Star Fire, Ansonia Rescue, Darke County Coroner's
Office, Darke County Sheriff's Office Accident Reconstruction Team, and
Ohio State Highway Patrol Commercial Motor Carrier Inspector responded
to the 14,300 block of US RT 127 on a report of a fatal head-on crash
involving a semi and motor vehicle. Preliminary...
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U.S.
Senator Sherrod Brown… Addressing
Inequalities in Public Schools
In March 2014, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil
Rights published data from a comprehensive survey of schools across the
nation, which illustrated the magnitude of the educational opportunity
gaps that exist for students in the United States. The survey found
that Black, Latino, American Indian, and Native Alaskan students, as
well as students who are English learners, attend schools...
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MSN… Budget war looms for Obama, GOP
From The Hill -- The federal budget is almost certain to be the central
battleground between President Obama and the new Republican Congress in
2015. The GOP has vowed to use control of the House and Senate to slash
the size of government, with entitlement programs such as Medicare and
Social Security a potential target for cuts. But Obama has made clear
he will use his veto pen against the GOP...
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Darke
County Engineer… 37th Annual
Engineer’s Report for 2014,
By James P. Surber P.E., P.S., Darke County Engineer -- Our annual
report has always shown all money received, exactly where it was spent,
and what was maintained, constructed, and improved. Now, it is an even
greater challenge than in past years to adequately maintain Darke
County’s very large road mileage and very large number of bridges. For
over eight years we have faced increasing costs with decreasing
revenues. Annual... read
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FBI… Funeral of NYPD Officer Wenjuan Liu,
Speech by James B. Comey, Director
January 4, 2015 - Remarks as prepared. Good morning. It is an honor to
be here to pay tribute to Detective Liu. These are the most difficult
days we face. We struggle to find meaning in tragedy. We struggle to
find words to measure loss. I did not have the privilege of knowing
Detective Liu, but it is clear he was beloved. I am told he was
unfailingly kind and thoughtful. He truly cared about people...
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Injury accident
on Weavers Ft. Jefferson Road
On January 9, 2015 at approximately 5:50 am Darke County Deputies along
with Liberty Township Fire, Tri-Village Rescue, New Madison Fire and
CareFlight were dispatched to the 1300 block of Weavers Ft. Jefferson
Road in reference to a single vehicle injury accident. Preliminary
investigation revealed a silver 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette driven by
Gwendolyn... read
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Dayton
Business Journal… Two Ohio
cities among top 100 for young families
Dec 22, 2014 -- The Midwest has a reputation for good schools and
strong communities. That has not gone unnoticed by a new report from
Apartment List ranking the top 100 cities for young families. Two Ohio
cities, including one from the Dayton region, made the list. Apartment
List, a San Francisco-based website that lists properties for lease,
ranked 500 cities... read
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Accident involving school bus on SR 121
On Wednesday January 7, 2015 at approximately 9:37 AM, Darke County
Deputies along with Hollansburg Fire, Tri-Village Rescue, and Northwest
EMS responded to 10 State Route 121 on a report of an injury crash
involving a Tri-Village School Bus and motor vehicle. Preliminary
investigation revealed a Tri-Village School Bus driven by Mary Boone,
58, New Madison, was traveling... read
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Rep.
Boehner Opening the 114th Congress: "Let’s Stand Tall and Prove the Skeptics
Wrong”
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman John Boehner (R-West Chester) today was
sworn into his 13th term representing the Eighth Congressional District
of Ohio. Before taking the oath, he made the following remarks to
the opening session, as prepared for delivery: “Friends, colleagues,
and countrymen, especially the good people of Ohio’s Eighth District:
This is the day the Lord has made...
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Faber begins
Second Term as President of the Ohio Senate
COLUMBUS– The Ohio General Assembly today held their Opening Ceremonies
for the 131st General Assembly, officially marking the beginning of the
new legislative session. During the ceremonies, the members of the Ohio
Senate unanimously reelected State Senator Keith Faber (R–Celina) to
serve as Senate President. Faber has held the...
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Beagle Begins
Second Term in the Ohio Senate
COLUMBUS– The Ohio General Assembly today held their Opening Ceremonies
for the 131st General Assembly, officially marking the beginning of the
new legislative session. During the ceremonies, State Senator Bill
Beagle (R–Tipp City) was sworn in for his second term in the Ohio
Senate, representing the 5th District in the state legislature’s...
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Huffman sworn
in to Ohio House for 131st General Assembly
COLUMBUS—State Representative Steve Huffman (R-Tipp City) was sworn in
as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives for the 131st General
Assembly during a ceremony at the Statehouse today. “I am greatly
looking forward to serving the constituents of the 80th House District
as their State Representative,” Huffman said. “This is a tremendous...
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Dayton
Business Journal… Three Ohio
colleges among top 20 friendliest in U.S.
Dec 29, 2014 -- The Midwest is a friendly region, so it's not
surprising that Midwestern colleges are filled with friendly students.
Niche, a website that offers rankings and statistics for schools,
neighborhoods and cities, has chronicled the colleges with the
friendliest students. How does someone measure friendliness? In the
absence of official scientific metrics, the Niche rankings are based on
survey responses from students... read
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Two-car injury accident at US 36 and SR 121
On January 5, 2015 at approximately 5:24 PM Darke County Deputies along
with New Madison Fire and Tri Village Rescue were dispatched to the
intersection of US Route 36 W and SR 121 reference a two vehicle injury
accident. Preliminary investigation revealed a grey 1984 Toyota pickup
truck, driven by Marlin Bowman of Versailles, was traveling west on US
Route 36 W. Bowman failed to... read
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Law Enforcement Appreciation Day,
Darke County Sheriff Toby L. Spencer
Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) have declared Friday January 9,
2015 as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (LEAD). In light of recent
negativity directed toward law enforcement nationally, Sheriff Spencer
is asking the citizens of Darke County to join him in a full day of
recognition for your local law enforcement officers. Sheriff Spencer
says, “Darke County is a great place to live, work...
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Attorney
General Mike DeWine… Ohioans
Losing Money to Loan Scams
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine warned today that
Ohioans seeking extra cash following the holiday season should beware
of phony loan offers. In 2014, the Ohio Attorney General’s Office
received more than 200 complaints about advance-fee loans or credit
cards, including many potential scams. The average reported loss was
approximately $500. “In a typical loan scam...
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Injury accident on Mills Road
On Sunday January 4, 2015 at approximately 11:40 AM, Darke County
Deputies along with New Madison Fire and Tri-Village Rescue responded
to an injury crash in the 1600 block of Mills Road. Preliminary
investigation revealed a 1998 Black Cadillac driven by Teresa A.
Burkett-Moorman 54 of Hollansburg, was traveling Eastbound in the 1600
block of Mills Road when she lost control of her...
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Gov. Huckabee Departs Fox News;
Will Make Decision
On '16 Campaign By Late Spring
Huckabee: "As much as I have loved doing the show, I cannot bring
myself to rule out another Presidential run." Little Rock - Governor
Mike Huckabee will announce tonight on his Fox News show that he is
leaving the network after six-and-a-half years as the host of
"Huckabee." To close out his final show, Gov. Huckabee said: "Tonight I
will do more than just say goodnight. I will say goodbye...
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The
Hill… Top 10 political stories
of 2014, By Niall Stanage
12/30/14 - In a year when Congress all but ground to a halt, the real
political action took place elsewhere: on the other side of the world,
on the streets of Ferguson, Mo., and New York, or in polling booths in
battleground states across the nation. Here is The Hill’s selection of
the top 10 political news stories of 2014. 1. Midterms: GOP gains,
Democratic pain - The midterms were a triumph for Republicans, as they
routed Democrats in battleground states to...
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DeWine Offers
Gym Membership Tips; Complaints Doubled in 2014
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today offered advice
for consumers who plan to buy gym memberships in the new year after the
Attorney General’s Office received about 250 fitness center complaints
in 2014, double the number received in 2013. “There are many great gyms
and fitness centers throughout Ohio,” Attorney General DeWine said...
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Bluebag Media… JAFE massive
growth attributed to employees
GREENVILLE – JAFE Decorating, Inc., has three automated lines; all
three are in operation 24 hours a day seven days a week… “We’re just
trying to get it all done,” said Randy O’Dell, owner. Christmas is
finished, Valentine’s Day is next. O’Dell noted winter was the busiest
time of the year. “After that it’s Mother’s Day then spring.” O’Dell
and his wife, co-owner Lisa O’Dell, held a “celebration” of the...
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Accident
on Pitsburg-Laura Road
On December 31, 2014 at approximately 2:45 PM Darke County Deputies
along with Pitsburg Fire and Arcanum Rescue were dispatched to the 8300
block of Pitsburg-Laura Road in reference to a rollover accident with
injury. Preliminary investigation revealed a green Ford truck driven by
Bruce A. Swigart, 43, Miami County was eastbound on Pitsburg-Laura road
entering the village of Pitsburg... read
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Three-vehicle
injury accident at US36 &
SR 121
On December 31, 2014 at approximately 6:43 PM Darke County Deputies
along with New Madison Fire, Tri Village Rescue and Greenville Rescue
were dispatched to the intersection of US Route 36 W and SR 121
reference a three vehicle injury accident. Preliminary investigation
revealed a red 2005 Nissan driven by Ayman Rahmen of Indianapolis,
Indiana was traveling west on US Route 36...
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Attorney
General DeWine… DeWine Announces
$1 Million Grant to Ohio Children’s Hospitals
Medical research grant will study “sentinel injuries” in children from
zero to six months of age -- (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General
Mike DeWine today announced that his office is giving a $1 million
dollar medical research grant to the Ohio Children’s Hospital
Association to study “sentinel injuries” in children aged zero to six
months. Sentinel injuries are relatively minor injuries that should...
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FBI
Releases 2013 Crime Statistics
Today, the FBI released details on more than 5.6 million criminal
offenses reported via the National Incident-Based Reporting System
(NIBRS) in 2013. The Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program’s latest
report, NIBRS 2013, provides a diverse scope of information about
victims, known offenders, and relationships for 23 offense categories
(including sex offenses). It also presents arrest data for those...
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Rasmussen…
What They Told
Us: Reviewing Last Week’s Key Polls
Saturday, December 27, 2014 -- Did you get what you wanted this
Christmas? Sony Pictures didn’t, or did they? Most Americans disagree
with Sony’s initial decision not to release the film, “The Interview,”
which depicted a fictionalized assassination of North Korea’s leader,
after alleged computer attacking and terror threats from the republic.
In fact, the news surrounding the controversial film has made 26% of
Americans want to see it even more...
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Attorney
General Mike DeWine… Ohioans
Lose Hundreds to Sugar Bowl Ticket Scams
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today warned
consumers to be skeptical of individuals offering tickets to the 2015
Sugar Bowl, after two Ohioans reported losing $800 each to Sugar Bowl
ticket scams on Craigslist. “For every scam that gets reported there
are probably 10 or more that don’t, so we want consumers to be very
careful,” Attorney General DeWine said...
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OVI
Injury Accident
On December 28, 2014 Darke County Deputies along with Greenville City
Police, Greenville City Fire, Greenville Rescue and Darke County Crash
Reconstruction Team responded to an accident with injuries in the 1200
block of Sweitzer Street, Greenville Ohio, involving a Greenville
Police Officer. Investigation revealed a 2011 Ford F-150 driven by
Brent Obringer was North bound on Sweitzer Street...
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Injury
accident on Horatio-New Harrison
On Monday December 29, 2014 at approximately 7:02 AM, Darke County
Deputies along with Gettysburg Fire and Rescue and Care Flight,
responded to the 6900 block of Horatio-New Harrison Road on a report of
an injury crash involving a vehicle into a tree.
Preliminary investigation revealed Chelsea Howard 24, of Greenville was
driving a Maroon 2009 KIA Spectra southbound...
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FBI… Digital Billboard Initiative
Catching Fugitives in the Information Age - 12/24/14 - In April 2013, a
Buffalo grand jury indicted 33-year-old Oscar Romero and other
suspected members of the Loiza Boys gang, charging them with heroin and
cocaine distribution. After nearly a year on the run, investigators
received information that Romero had returned to the Buffalo area from
Puerto Rico, and the FBI... read
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| Jobs
and Transportation Plan Continues to
Fuel Infrastructure Investment;
More than $2
billion will fund
transportation projects throughout Ohio
-- COLUMBUS (Thursday, December 18, 2014) – Gov. John R. Kasich’s “Jobs
and Transportation Plan” enters its second year with a projected $2
billion investment in the state’s infrastructure, economy and jobs over
the next several years. The state’s Transportation Review Advisory
Council (TRAC) today gave preliminary approval to continuing the
governor’s plan that – once complete...
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Federal
News Radio… Obama makes
2015 federal pay raise official, By Julia Ziegler
Saturday - 12/20/2014 - Federal employees under the General Schedule
will receive a 1 percent pay increase in 2015. President Barack Obama
signed an executive order Friday making the raise official. This is the
second year in a row feds have received a 1 percent pay increase, after
three years of pay freezes from 2011-2013. Most members of the military
(both commissioned and enlisted) will also receive a 1 percent pay raise...
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Bluebag Media… Tentative 2015
county budget a slight decrease from 2014
GREENVILLE – Darke County Commissioners were in a festive mood Dec. 17
as they handled approval of bills, expense requests and appropriations
transfers. They also noted the county’s budget for 2015 was close.
“Unless there’s some big surprise, it looks pretty good,” said
Commissioner Mike Stegall. He added Darke County Auditor Carol Ginn’s
job is a tough one... read
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Ohio and U.S. Employment Situation
(Seasonally Adjusted)
Ohio's unemployment rate was 5.0 percent in November 2014, down from
5.3 percent in October 2014. Ohio’s nonfarm wage and salary employment
increased 17,900 over the month, from a revised 5,311,300 in October to
5,329,200 in November. The number of workers unemployed in Ohio in
November was 287,000, down 18,000 from 305,000 in October. The number
of unemployed has decreased by 130,000 in the past 12 months from...
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FBI… Update on Sony Investigation
Washington, D.C. December 19, 2014 - Today, the FBI would like to
provide an update on the status of our investigation into the cyber
attack targeting Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE). In late November,
SPE confirmed that it was the victim of a cyber attack that destroyed
systems and stole large quantities of personal and commercial data. A
group calling itself the... read
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Rasmussen…
What They Told
Us: Reviewing Last Week’s Key Polls
Saturday, December 13, 2014 -- It’s disconnect time between Americans
and their government once again. Voters continue to believe that
cutting government spending and taxes are the best presents the federal
government can give the economy this holiday season. Instead,
Congress is on the brink of passing a $1.1 trillion budget that does
neither. Most voters have said in surveys for years that controlling
the border to stop illegal immigration...
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Consumer
Alert from ODJFS
COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS)
is reminding Ohioans to be wary of unsolicited job offers, online
business opportunities, work-at-home promises, and websites or help
wanted ads that request personal or financial information. The agency’s
OhioMeansJobs.com website aggregates nearly all online help wanted ads
posted in Ohio, and ODJFS has noticed an uptick in potentially
fraudulent activity... read
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Bluebag
Media… Detective resigns after
violating department policy
DARKE COUNTY – “Shocked” was the common reaction from staff of the
Darke County Sheriff’s Office after learning of the sudden resignation
of one of the department’s detectives last week. According to a
statement from the department, Detective Corey M. Turner was placed on
administrative leave immediately after disclosing to his supervisor, on
Monday, Dec. 1, that he had been engaging in a personal relationship
with an adult... read
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Washington
Post… Senate approves
$1.1 trillion spending bill, Ed O'Keefe and Sean Sullivan
The Senate on Saturday night approved a sweeping $1.1 trillion spending
bill to fund most of the federal government through the next fiscal
year, turning back a conservative rebellion against President Obama's
immigration policy. On a vote of 56 to 40, senators passed the spending
bill and sent it to Obama, who plans to sign it. The bill’s passage
eliminates the threat of a government shutdown and capped days of
acrimonious... read
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Midmark Corporation Expands International
Business
Taking sole ownership of India-based Janak Healthcare Private Limited -
DAYTON, Ohio, December 11, 2014 — Midmark Corporation today announced
that it has completed negotiations with Janak Healthcare Private
Limited, a market-leading healthcare manufacturer located in Mumbai,
India. After a partnership of more than six years, Midmark will take
sole... read
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| Bloomburg Business Week… Ohio’s Kasich Heading West to Push for
Balanced-Budget Amendment,
By Mark Niquette -- Ohio Governor John Kasich is heading to Arizona and
possibly Idaho this week in a campaign to encourage states to seek a
federal balanced-budget amendment. Kasich, a Republican who was the
U.S. House of Representatives Budget Committee chairman when the
federal budget was balanced in 1997, said he wants to encourage
resolutions calling for a convention to consider an amendment...
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Boehner Congratulates 8th District Military
Service Academy Nominees
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman John Boehner (R-West Chester) today
congratulated the 8th District’s 2014 Military Service Academy
nominees. The nominees were recognized by Rep. Boehner in a
ceremony held on Sunday, December 7, 2014, at the Savannah Center in
West Chester. Below is the complete list of this year’s nominees.
“These young men and women are among Southwest Ohio’s best and
brightest,” Boehner said... read
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FBI Releases 2013 Hate Crime Statistics
December 08, 2014 - Today, the FBI released Hate Crime Statistics,
2013, the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program’s first publication to
present data collected under the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr.
Hate Crime Prevention Act of 2009. Accordingly, the bias categories of
gender (male and female) and gender identity (transgender and gender
nonconforming... read
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Dayton
Business Journal… Most stressful
zip codes in the U.S.
Where Does My Zip Code Rank? - How’s your day at work going? Well, we
hope it’s not too bad, considering how stressful things can be
nowadays. Bills to pay, rent that’s due, long commutes…it’s enough to
make you want to tear your hair out. Could things really be any worse?
As it turns out, yes, it could be much worse. Don’t believe us? Well,
here at the Movoto Real Estate Blog...
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Mandel
Announces OhioCheckbook.com
First-of-its-Kind Online Checkbook Sets a New National Transparency
Standard; Displays $400 Billion in Spending with Full Search and
Compare Tools -- COLUMBUS - For the first time in Ohio history, Ohio
Treasurer Josh Mandel has placed Ohio's expenditures on the internet.
By visiting OhioCheckbook.com, citizens can follow their money and hold
public officials accountable. This first-of-its-kind...
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Bluebag
Media… New cameras planned for
Sheriff’s vehicles
GREENVILLE – During the public questions segment of its regular public
meeting Dec. 3 Greenville resident Fred Dean asked the Darke County
Commissioners if they’d had discussions with the Sheriff about using
body cameras. Darke County Commissioner Mike Stegall said they wanted
to think about it. “There are two problems with the ones currently
available…” He said they... read
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Kasich
launches new effort to combat infant
mortality; Also
Signs HB 465, Establishing Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Awareness Week
-- COLUMBUS – Calling it unacceptable that more than 1,000 Ohio babies
die each year before their first birthday, Governor John R. Kasich
today announced new efforts to combat infant mortality before 1,500
leaders from across Ohio attending the 2014 Ohio Infant Mortality
Summit. The goal of the summit, first hosted last year by the
Ohio Department of Health... read
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The
Hill… Conservatives complain
House GOP leaders ramming through spending bill,
By Scott Wong -- 12/06/14 -- House conservatives are griping that
Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) is putting the squeeze on them by rushing
through a $1 trillion spending bill in Congress’s last week in session.
Appropriators are expected to roll out the legislation early next week,
giving critics scant time to figure out what’s inside before they cast
their votes by the end of the week. The government would shut down...
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Rasmussen…
What They Told
Us: Reviewing Last Week’s Key Polls
Saturday, December 06, 2014 -- It’s often been said that there are two
or more Americas within the fabric of this great nation. Racially,
that’s certainly true. The refusal of grand juries in Ferguson,
Missouri and on Staten Island in New York to indict white police
officers following the deaths of two young black men has highlighted
this division. Many had high hopes that the election of the nation’s
first... read
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FBI… New Top Ten Fugitive
Help Us Find a Murderer - 12/04/14 - Yaser Abdel Said, wanted for the
murder of his two teenage daughters in Texas, has been named to the Ten
Most Wanted Fugitives list. A reward of up to $100,000 is being offered
for information leading directly to the arrest of Said, who was born in
Egypt and may be hiding there or in U.S. communities with Egyptian
ties. On January 1, 2008... read
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The passing of Bob Bennett,
From Lyn Bliss
Greenville resident and President of the Ohio Federation of Republican
Women sent these messages to County News Online Saturday. Long-time
Ohio Republican Party Chairman Bob Bennett passed away Dec. 6. He was
75. Matt Borges, Ohio Republican Party Chairman. Lyn, we’re very
saddened to share with you that Bob Bennett passed away this morning.
Chairman Bennett led... read
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WTOP… Litter of pups will grow up to be healers,
By Darci Marchese
Tuesday - 12/2/2014 -- WASHINGTON -- Olive, the yellow Labrador
retriever, has been quite busy over the last few days. On Thanksgiving
day, she gave birth to nine yellow and black lab puppies. The new pups
born will become service dogs one day. The dogs are currently being
cared for at the Warrior Canine Connection's Puppy Enrichment Center in
Brookeville, Maryland. You can see them on the puppy cam. These dogs
are bred specifically... read
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571
accident updated to fatality
On December 2, 2014 at approximately 7:37 AM Darke County Deputies
along with Greenville City Fire, Greenville Township Fire, Greenville
Township Rescue, Union City Rescue and Care Flight were dispatched to
the 3600 Block of State Route 571 West near White Springs Golf Course
in reference to a serious injury accident. Preliminary investigation
revealed a black 2011 Toyota Camry...
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The
Hill… Reid signals support for
House Republicans' funding plan, By Alexander Bolton
12/02/14 - Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) on Tuesday
signaled that he will accept a House Republican plan to pass an omnibus
spending bill that funds the Department of Homeland Security for only a
few months. Reid, who has made passing an omnibus spending bill one of
his top priorities of the lame-duck session, said he would consider
House passage of the “cromnibus” a policy win. “That would be a big
accomplishment if we could... read
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Ohio
Attorney General Mike DeWine… Ohio
Man Indicted in Connection with Investment Scheme Targeting Elderly
- (CLEVELAND) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced today that
a Medina County man is facing felony charges in Cuyahoga County after
an investigation conducted as part of the Ohio Attorney General's Elder
Justice Initiative uncovered an alleged investment scheme targeting
older Ohioans. A Cuyahoga County Grand Jury yesterday indicted...
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Bluebag Media… Greenville
firefighter jailed on voyeurism charges
MERCER COUNTY – A captain with the Greenville Fire Department, Troy A.
Wombold, 49, of Coldwater, is jailed on a $75,000 bond in the Mercer
County Jail on charges of video recording a minor female while nude.
According to documents filed in the Celina Municipal Court, Wombold
allegedly recorded an unaware minor female while she was in a bathroom.
He was arrested... read
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The
Hill… The Republicans' strategy
to block Obama’s regulations, By Tim Devaney and Lydia
Wheeler
The GOP is preparing to mount a full-scale assault on President Obama’s
regulatory agenda, using the party’s strengthened hand in Congress to
delay, soften or block contentious administration rules at every turn.
As long as Obama sits atop the executive branch, Republicans’ power to
derail scores of rulemaking efforts now under way is limited. But
control of both the House and Senate in the next Congress will enable
GOP lawmakers to ratchet... read
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Three
vehicles involved in weather-related
accident
On December 2, 2014 at approximately 7:37 AM Darke County Deputies
along with Greenville City Fire, Greenville Township Fire, Greenville
Township Rescue, Union City Rescue and CareFlight were dispatched to
the 3600 Block of State Route 571 West near White Springs Golf Course
in reference to a serious injury accident. Preliminary investigation
revealed a black 2011 Toyota Camry...
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Driver in
critical condition following
single-car accident
On December 2, 2014 at approximately 8:58 AM Darke County Deputies
along with Liberty Township Fire, Tri-Village Rescue and CareFlight
were dispatched to the 3500 block of Palestine-Hollansburg Road in
reference to a one-vehicle injury accident. Preliminary investigation
revealed a blue 2007 Ford Fusion, driven by Michael B. Karns, 20,
Greenville, Ohio was southbound on Palestine-Hollansburg...
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| Dayton
Business Journal… Hagel
resignation leaves big questions for Wright-Patt, Dayton,
by Joe Cogliano -- Nov 24, 2014 -- The resignation of Defense Secretary
Chuck Hagel on Monday could be a setback to local advocacy efforts for
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Hagel understands the role that
Wright-Patt plays in national defense because of his military
background, former U.S. Rep. Dave Hobson told me Monday morning. So
Wright-Patt leadership, as well as the community here, may have to
start their relationship with his...
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Attorney
General Mike DeWine… Ohioans
Losing Money to Job Scams
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today warned Ohioans
to be cautious of opportunities to make extra money this holiday
season. Some job offers and work-from-home opportunities are scams. In
2014, the Ohio Attorney General’s Office has received nearly 100
complaints involving job or business-opportunity potential scams. The
average reported loss is more than $1,300. “It’s a time...
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FBI… In the Line of Duty: Annual ‘Officers Killed’ Report More Than a
Tally of Losses
11/26/14 -- The FBI’s annual Law Enforcement Officers Killed and
Assaulted (LEOKA) report that was released earlier this week details in
chilling narratives and statistics how 76 law enforcement officers were
killed in the line of duty in 2013. While the LEOKA report offers a
stark reminder of the dangers police face every day, the main reason
for gathering the comprehensive data...
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Rasmussen…
What They Told
Us: Reviewing Last Week’s Key Polls
Saturday, November 29, 2014 -- Did Thanksgiving come just in time?
After outrage over the expected yet controversial grand jury decision
in Ferguson and contention over the president’s executive action on
immigration, perhaps Americans needed a day to step back and reflect.
On Monday, the St. Louis County Grand Jury decided not to indict
Ferguson police Officer Darren Wilson...
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The
Hill… Five things to watch in
Ferguson,
By Peter Sullivan
Protests are likely to quiet as families gather around the table to
celebrate the holiday — with many discussing the grand jury’s decision
in Ferguson, Mo., to not bring an indictment against police officer
Darren Wilson in the shooting death of Michael Brown, an 18-year-old
African American. The political world has taken notice of Ferguson,
particularly with demonstrations spreading across the country. The
degree to which the story continues...
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Stolen vehicle pursuit
Greenville- On November 27, 2014 at 6:24 p.m. Darke County 911 received
a call from a subject reporting that his vehicle was just stolen in
Union City, IN and that the vehicle was eastbound on SR571 from Union
City. Darke County Deputies responded to the area to attempt to
locate the vehicle. The vehicle was reported as being a black Kia
with an Indiana registration. Darke County Deputies located...
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FBI… Honoring the Fallen: 20 Years Since Shooting Killed Two Agents,
Police Sergeant
11/21/14 -- Two decades ago, on November 22, 1994, a lone gunman
entered the headquarters building of the Metropolitan Police Department
(MPD) in Washington, D.C. and opened fire in a squad room, killing a
police sergeant and two FBI agents. For those close to the fallen, who
gathered today for a memorial service marking 20 years since the tragic
event, it’s as if it happened yesterday...
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FBI…
Be aware of
cyber scams this holiday season; If the deal sounds too good to be true, it
probably is.
The FBI reminds shoppers in advance of the holiday shopping season to
beware of cyber criminals and their aggressive and creative ways to
steal money and personal information. Scammers use many techniques to
defraud consumers by offering too good to be true deals via phishing
e-mails advertising brand name merchandise, quick money making offers,
or gift cards as an... read
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Injury accident on SR121
Greenville - On November 27, 2014 at approximately 4:22 a.m. Darke
County Deputies, along with New Madison Fire and Tri-Village Rescue,
was dispatched to SR121 just north of US36 W reference to a single
vehicle roll over accident. Preliminary investigation revealed that a
2007 Toyota Yaris, driven by Monica C. Jones (24) of Palestine, OH, was
southbound on SR121 just north of US36 when...
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Bluebag
Media… County bridge burden
great; resources insufficient
GREENVILLE – “I have always known our bridge burden is great, but I
didn’t know how great,” said Darke County Engineer Jim Surber. He is
referring to a recent report by the National Association of Counties in
which Darke County is noted as being 10th in the nation for the number
of county-owned bridges. “The counties with more bridges than Darke
include Harris (Houston, TX)... read
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Ohio and U.S.
Employment Situation (Seasonally Adjusted)
Ohio's unemployment rate was 5.3 percent in October 2014, down from 5.6
percent in September 2014. Ohio's nonfarm wage and salary employment
increased 1,000 over the month, from a revised 5,306,300 in September
to 5,307,300 in October. The number of workers unemployed in Ohio in
October was 305,000, down 14,000 from 319,000 in September. The number
of unemployed has decreased by 119,000 in the past 12 months from...
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FBI… In the Line of Duty - 2013
Statistics on Law Enforcement Officers Killed and Assaulted
- November 24, 2014 - A Florida sheriff’s officer, responding to a
report of a domestic disturbance at a residence, was shot and killed by
someone inside the home. An Iowa police officer was shot and killed
while attempting to serve an arrest warrant. A Michigan state trooper
was fatally shot during a routine traffic stop. And a West Virginia
sheriff was ambushed and... read
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Accident at U.S. Route 127 and
Horatio-Harris Creek Road
On 11-24-2014 at approximately 6:38 p.m., Darke County Deputies, along
with Greenville Township Fire and Greenville Area Rescue, were
dispatched to US RT 127 and Horatio Harris Creek Road in reference to
an injury accident. Responding units were advised flames were
showing from one of the vehicles. Preliminary investigation has
revealed a 2014 Freightliner, driven by Charles P. Baughman, Ansonia,
was heading north and attempting ...
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House Files Litigation Over President's
Unilateral Actions on Health Care Law
WASHINGTON, DC -- Congressman John Boehner (R-West Chester) today
announced that the House of Representatives – consistent with the
House-passed resolution H.Res. 676 – has filed litigation over
President Obama’s unilateral actions on his health care law: “Time
after time, the president has chosen to ignore the will of the American
people and re-write federal law on his own without a vote of
Congress. That’s not the way our system...
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Edison Begins Presidential Search
Edison Community College’s Board of Trustees has selected Academic
Search, Inc. as the firm to lead the College through its next
presidential search. The national search firm will implement a proven
search strategy in which they will guide Edison toward a successful
hiring decision. Built upon years of experience, Academic Search, Inc.
will implement a search strategy, which will align the...
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Attorney General Mike DeWine… Southwest
Ohio Violent Crimes Task Force Successful in First Year of Operation
-- (CINCINNATI) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine, Hamilton County
Sheriff Jim Neil, Cincinnati Police Chief Jeffrey Blackwell, Woodlawn
Police Chief Jeffrey Witte, Lockland Police Chief Jim Toles, and the
FBI announced today the success of the Southwest Ohio Violent Crimes
Task Force following its first year in operation. "The detectives
assigned to this task force have been working covertly...
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Private property ATV injury crash
On Sunday November 23, 2014 at approximately 12:38 PM, Darke County
Sheriff Deputies along with Gettysburg Rescue, Bradford Fire Dept. and
CareFlight were dispatched to the 6600 block of Smith Rd on a report of
a private property injury accident involving a 4-wheeler ATV that had
been flipped in a field. Investigation revealed a Polaris 500 Scrambler
4-wheeler ATV was being operated by a 14-year-old female from Bradford,
OH. The 14-year-old ... read
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Bluebag
Media… County salt supplies
adequate, and expensive
GREENVILLE – “We used $12,000 worth of salt yesterday (Nov. 17)… that’s
about 200 tons, give or take,” said Darke County Engineer Jim Surber.
Noting the early start of winter he added he was still comfortable with
the salt on hand, plus that contracted through ODOT (Ohio Department of
Transportation). According to Surber, this will be an expensive year
for snow removal. “You can buy... read
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Rep.
Richard Adams Receives Award for Distinguished Public Service
COLUMBUS—State Representative Richard Adams (R-Troy) recently received
the 2014 Paul E. Gillmor Lifetime Public Service Award. He was honored
November 13th during the Ohio Bankers’ League Annual Meeting. The
award, established in 2006, is not granted annually, but rather is
given to select individuals who are especially meritorious, often at
the end of their careers. It is named after Ohi...
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| The
White House… Remarks by the
President in Address to the Nation on Immigration
- Nov. 20, 2014 - My fellow Americans, tonight, I’d like to talk with
you about immigration. For more than 200 years, our tradition of
welcoming immigrants from around the world has given us a tremendous
advantage over other nations. It’s kept us youthful, dynamic, and
entrepreneurial. It has shaped our character as a people with limitless
possibilities –- people not trapped by our past, but able to remake
ourselves as we choose. But today, our immigration system is broken --
and everybody... read
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CNN... Obama: 'You can come out
of the shadows'
By Jim Acosta and Stephen Collinson, CNN - Fri November 21, 2014 -
Washington (CNN) -- President Barack Obama is ordering the most
sweeping overhaul of the immigration system in decades, despite
Republican claims he is acting illegally by moving unilaterally to
shield five million undocumented immigrants. Obama rejected accusations
by conservatives that he is offering a free pass to undocumented
immigrants and warned in a... read
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Recommended House Committee Chairs for
114th Congress
WASHINGTON, DC – The House Republican Steering Committee today
recommended the following lawmakers to serve as committee chairs in the
114th Congress: Agriculture – Rep. Mike Conaway (R-TX); Appropriations
– Rep. Hal Rogers (R-KY); Armed Services – Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-TX);
Budget – Rep. Tom Price (R-GA); Education & the Workforce – Rep.
John Kline (R-MN); Energy & Commerce – Rep. Fred Upton...
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Darke County
Cocaine Bust Yields Drugs, Money, Guns
On November 14, 2014, the Darke County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit
executed a search warrant at 6102 State Route 722, Arcanum,
Ohio. Roger L. Large (66) of that address was taken into
custody without incident and is currently being housed at the Darke...
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Gongwer News
Service… Rosenberger Elected
Speaker For Next General Assembly
House Republicans, who will have a strong majority in the next General
Assembly, elected Rep. Cliff Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) Wednesday to
serve as speaker of the House for the new term. Mr. Rosenberger, who
will succeed term-limited Speaker Bill Batchelder (R-Medina), was the
favorite in the vote and fended off a challenge mounted by Rep. Jim
Butler (R-Oakwood) and a coalition of more conservative members...
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Majority Caucus Affirms Leadership Team for
131st General Assembly
COLUMBUS– The Senate Majority Caucus today unanimously reelected its
leadership team to their posts, positioning State Senator Keith Faber
(R–Celina) to serve a second term as President of the Ohio Senate.
Faber has served as the head of the General Assembly’s upper chamber
since January 2013. He has been a member of the leadership team since
2009, having previously served as both Majority Floor Leader...
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Trotwood Man Arrested in Darke County Drug
Bust
On November 12, 2014, the Darke County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit
executed a buy/bust operation in rural Darke County.
Antonio Boyd (33) of Trotwood was taken into custody without incident
and is currently being housed at the Darke County Jail where he awaits
formal charges of Trafficking in Drugs and Illegal Conveyance of Drugs
into a Detention Facility. The buy/bust operation involved heroin...
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FBI… Crime
Statistics for 2013 Released; Decrease in Violent Crimes and Property
Crimes
11/10/14 -- The FBI released Crime in the United States, 2013 today,
which shows that the estimated number of violent crimes in 2013
decreased 4.4 percent when compared with 2012 figures, and the
estimated number of property crimes decreased 4.1 percent. There were
an estimated 1,163,146 violent crimes reported to law enforcement last
year, along with an estimated 8,632,512 property crimes...
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State Expands Services for Unemployed
Veterans
COLUMBUS, OHIO – Governor John R. Kasich and Lt. Governor Mary Taylor
have proclaimed November Hire a Veteran Month, and the Ohio Department
of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) encourages employers to consider the
skills and abilities of military veterans when seeking new employees.
“According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are approximately 35,000
unemployed veterans in Ohio,” said ODJFS Director Cynthia C. Dungey.
“ODJFS... read
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Bluebag Media… Beagle expresses
thanks; renewal levies pass
DARKE COUNTY – “Today we celebrated by pulling down our big signs,”
said State Senator Bill Beagle (R- Dist. 5). He added he wasn’t
expecting that big a difference in the votes. “We thought we’d be
squeaking through… we feel pretty good!” Beagle expressed his gratitude
to the voters for sending him back to Columbus for four more years. He
wants to continue working on his... read
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Two injury accidents NW county
On November 11, 2014 at approximately 1:56 PM Darke County Deputies
along with Union City Rescue, Southwest Mercer County Fire and
CareFlight were dispatched to the intersection of McFeeley-Petry Road
and Light Road in reference to a two vehicle injury accident.
Preliminary investigation revealed a white 1998 Ford F-150 driven by
Dennis W. Brewer, 56, Ft. Recovery Ohio...
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MSN.com… Before Battling Democrats, G.O.P. Is
Fighting Itself, By Jeremy W. Peters
WASHINGTON — As most Republicans were taking a victory lap the morning
after the elections, a group of conservatives huddled anxiously in a
conference room not far from Capitol Hill and agreed that now is the
time for confrontation, not compromise and conciliation. Despite
Republicans’ ascension to Senate control and an expanded House
majority, many conservatives from the party’s activist wing fear that
congressional leaders are already being too timid with President Obama...
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Home burglaries in Southern Darke County
Sheriff Toby Spencer is advising citizens and residents of southern
Darke County to be on the lookout for suspicious activity in their
neighborhoods. Several reports of thefts and home burglaries have
recently been reported to the Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Spencer states
that little or no information has been obtained as to who is committing
these crimes or what they may be driving; however, it is believed that...
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WHIO-TV…
Toddler in
serious condition after alleged abuse, By News Staff
A 28-year-old man accused of seriously injuring his girlfriend’s
2-year-old daughter is behind bars. Todd Clark turned himself in around
4:30 p.m. Saturday to the Miami County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies had
been looking for Clark for about seven hours. He was booked without
bond into the Miami County Jail, where he is being held on suspicion of
child endangering, felonious assault and domestic violence, online jail
records show... read
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FBI… Egregious Case of Health Care Fraud:
Cancer
Doctor Admits Prescribing Unnecessary Chemotherapy
-- 11/06/14 -- Imagine receiving a diagnosis of cancer and then having
to go through chemotherapy or other intensive treatments. Then imagine
finding out that you never had cancer in the first place and that your
doctor—whom you trusted implicitly—merely used you in his scheme to
fraudulently bill the federal Medicare program and private insurance
companies... read
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Greenville
Police Department… Body armor
scam
The Greenville Police Department is not currently collecting monies for
body armor or any type of equipment. If you receive a call from someone
trying to elicit funds for these reasons, please do not give out any
personal or credit card information. Call the Police
Department at 937-548-4150 to report this type of activity. Anyone with
any information regarding suspicious activity or a crime is asked to
contact the... read
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Federal News Radio… Good news in the EVS: A well-educated
federal workforce, By Michael O'Connell
Friday - 10/31/2014 -- Not all the news in the 2014 Employee Viewpoint
Survey is bad. In fact, some of it's quite good when it comes to the
education of federal employees. The Office of Personnel Management
surveys more than 400,000 federal employees each year on their level of
satisfaction in the workplace. When OPM released the most recent EVS
report earlier in October, most of the media focus was on the low
scores senior managers received across-the-board from their employees...
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Attorney
General Mike DeWine… Task Force
Seizes Nearly a Quarter of a Million in Crystal Methamphetamine
- (DAYTON, Ohio)— Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine, Montgomery County
Sheriff Phil Plummer, Butler Township Police Chief John Cresie, and
Miami Township Police Chief Ronald Hess announced today the arrest of a
Chicago resident following the seizure of nearly a quarter of a million
dollars worth of crystal methamphetamine...
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Darke County Man Arrested in Meth Bust
On November 5, 2014, the Darke County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit
executed a search warrant at 503 Beamsville-Union City Road, lot 29,
Union City, Ohio. Rickie Hess, Jr. (40) of Union City was
taken into custody without incident and is currently being housed at
the Darke County Jail where he awaits formal charges of Trafficking in
Drugs, Possession of... read
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NBC News… Terminally Ill College Player Lauren Hill
Lives College Hoops Dream, By John Yang
It was over in a moment, but the layup Lauren Hill made 17 seconds into
a college basketball game Sunday was a life-long dream come true. “I
caught the ball turned and looked at the basket and I put it up there.
And I watched it all the way through,” Hill, a 19-year-old student at
Mount St. Joseph who suffers from a rare brain tumor and is predicted
to have only months to live, said of her score 17 seconds into a game
against Hiram College, which was moved up two weeks...
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New Most Wanted Posted
Tavis Hileman - WANTED FOR: July 2014 – Arrest warrant issued by Darke
County Common Pleas Court after being indicted by the Darke County
Grand Jury on 2 counts of Trafficking in Marijuana. Both counts
are felonies of the fifth degree. Andrew Kaiser - WANTED FOR: March
2014 – Bench Warrant issued by Darke County Common Pleas Court for
failure to appear on original charges...
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FBI… Cyber Crime; Purchase Order Scam Leaves a Trail of
Victims
10/27/14 -- What began as a scheme to defraud office supply stores has
evolved into more ambitious crimes that have cost retailers around the
country millions of dollars—and the Nigerian cyber criminals behind the
fraud have also turned at-home Internet users into unsuspecting
accomplices. FBI investigators are calling it purchase order fraud, and
the perpetrators are extremely skillful. Through online and telephone...
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Injury crash on
S.R. 242
On October 30,2014 at approximately 7:03 PM Darke County Deputies along
with Ansonia Rescue, Versailles Rescue, and Ansonia Fire Department
responded to the 6600 block of State Route 242 in reference to a one
vehicle, injury crash. Preliminary investigation revealed that Anthony
Price, 20, of Ansonia was driving a red 2004 Chevy Aveo westbound on
State Route 242... read
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Senior
Journal.com… Leading Medical
Groups Urge Congress to Stop Steep Medicaid Cuts
Doctors treating Medicaid patients face big pay cut in 2015, way below
pay for treating Medicare patients - Oct. 27, 2014 - Doctors
representing four major physician organizations are knocking on doors
in Washington today to try and preserve the current law of payment
parity for primary care and immunization services under Medicaid for at
least... read
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Redstate… EPA to ban Argon, one of the largest
components of the atmosphere, By: Neil Stevens
October 29th, 2014 -- Did you know that Argon, an inert “noble gas”
element, one of the basic building blocks of nature, is the fourth most
plentiful substance in our atmosphere? It’s true. There’s more Argon in
our atmosphere than anything other than molecular Nitrogen and Oxygen,
and then Water. So now the science deniers in the Obama EPA are banning
Argon. In chemistry, a “noble gas” is one of the elements on the
periodic table that is usually listed on the far...
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| NBC News.com… This Cycle, a Tale of Two Different Midterm
Elections,
By Chuck Todd, Mark Murray and Carrie Dann -- How can the national
polls look so bad for Democrats (see the NBC/WSJ/Annenberg and
Washington Post/ABC polls), but the competitive Senate contests all be
within the margin of error? Here’s an answer for you: There are two
different midterm environments taking place in the country a week
before Election Day. The first is the nationwide one, where there does
seem to be a wave building for Republicans and where the GOP has a huge
enthusiasm advantage... read
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NBC
News.com… Pope Francis:
Evolution and Big Bang Theory Are Real
Big Bang theory and evolution in nature "do not contradict" the idea of
creation, Pope Francis has told an audience at the Vatican, saying God
was not “a magician with a magic wand.” The Pope’s remarks on Monday to
the Pontifical Academy of Sciences appeared to be a theological break
from his predecessor Benedict XVI, a strong exponent of creationism.
“The beginning of the world is not the work of chaos that owes its
origin to something else, but it derives...
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The
Huffington Post… 8 Super Weird
Things You Didn't Know About Halloween,
By Todd Van Luling & Amanda Scherker -- October 24, 2014 -- This
weird Halloween trivia isn't boo-gus. Halloween is a time for candy,
costumes and the Charlie Brown cartoon special, but how did it become
this way? Why are children and teens encouraged to run around the
neighborhood threatening tricks? Jack-o'-lanterns are a pretty strange
concept, but historically, strangers giving you candy was supposed to
be a bad thing... read
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Single car accident at 571 & Wagner
On October 28, 2014 at 5:55pm Darke County Deputies along with
Greenville Rescue, Greenville Township Fire Department and Care flight
were dispatched to State Route 571 and Wagner Rd. on a single vehicle
accident. The accident investigation showed a 16 year old, (name not
released) female was driving a 1998 Dodge Dakota pickup truck in the
2800 block of State Route 571. The driver failed to negotiate...
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Politico…
Sarah Palin
says she may run again, By Jonathan Topaz
10/29/14 -- Sarah Palin opened the door for another run for public
office, railing against liberals who, she says, would like to keep her
on the political sidelines. In an interview Tuesday with Fox Business
Network, the former Alaska governor and 2008 Republican vice
presidential nominee was asked whether harsh criticism of her had
driven her away from politics. “Bless their hearts, those haters out
there, they don’t understand that...
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Injury Accident
at U.S. 127
On October 28, 2014 at approximately 1127 a.m. Darke County Deputies,
Greenville Township Rescue, Greenville Township Fire, Ansonia Rescue
and CareFlight were dispatched to US Rt. 127 at Childrens -Home
Bradford Rd. in reference to a two vehicle injury accident. Preliminary
investigation revealed a 2005 red Dodge Neon driven by Amy Henning, 24,
of Gettysburg... read
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NFRW Kicks Off Fall Election Season in
Dallas
Perry, Cruz Encourage Local Leaders to Work for Senate Victories -
DALLAS – More than 225 Republican women leaders from across the nation
gathered at the National Federation of Republican Women’s (NFRW) annual
board meeting held recently in Dallas to emphasize the fall
election season. Ohio Federation of Republican Women President Lyn
Bliss of Greenville attended the event, where she heard...
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FBI… Agencies Cooperate in Child
Sexual Exploitation Case
Michigan Subject Gets 30 Years in Prison - 10/23/14 - According to the
federal judge who heard the case, the defendant’s conduct was “about as
serious as it gets,” and that on a scale of one to 10, she believed the
case was “way past 10.” Then she sentenced the defendant—James Alfred
Beckman, Jr. of Grand Rapids, Michigan—to 30 years in prison. What
crimes... read
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Fran DeWine visits Darke County
“Fran DeWine is such a gracious lady, it was both an honor and a
pleasure to be able to help welcome her to Darke County,” said Lyn
Bliss, president of the Ohio Federation of Republican Women (OFRW).
DeWine recently visited Darke County as part of her “Every County in
Ohio” tour on behalf of her husband Mike DeWine’s campaign to be
re-elected as Ohio’s Attorney General. She visited Pickaway County...
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Wayne
Healthcare releases statement on ebola
Wayne HealthCare is seriously preparing for any potential local
activity related to the current Ebola issue. The hospital has
been in constant contact with CDC (Center for Disease Control), ODH
(Ohio Department of Health), GDAHA (Greater Dayton Area Hospital
Association) and the Darke County Health Department. We have completed
a survey of protective wear and supplies associated with handling a
potential Ebola case. We have a process for evaluating...
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Bluebag Media… Kasich touts
future to continue Ohio success
GREENVILLE – “Here’s the thing,” said Gov. John Kasich, “we all have a
sense of those values we were raised with… love, faith, respect for
elders and teachers… all the things that matter… that’s the glue that
holds us together.” Kasich, who is running for reelection in November,
said it was essential to keep Ohio on the same track it’s had the past
four years... read
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County Loan
Helps Spur JAFE Expansion
Second partnership between company and Darke County fuels new
construction, added jobs - GREENVILLE- For the second time since JAFE
Decorating came under new ownership in 2010, the specialty glass
painting and coating company will be expanding and adding jobs. With
the help of a $180,000 loan from Darke County’s low-interest revolving
loan fund, the company plans to create...
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Mercer County Sex Offender Website
In Mercer County, there are approximately 68 registered sex offenders,
and we want you to know where they reside so that you avoid those
houses when trick-or-treating. “We do the best we can in making
sure sex offenders live where they tell us, so it is crucial that our
citizens visit our website www.mercercountysheriff.org , to see who the
registered sex offenders are and where they are living,” says Sheriff
Jeff Grey. Citizens are encouraged to check any addresses where
they... read
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| Beagle
Attends Emerson Groundbreaking; Innovative Center Expected to Add 35 Jobs
to Dayton Area
COLUMBUS—State Senator Bill Beagle (R-Tipp City) today attended the
groundbreaking for the over $34.5 million Emerson Innovation Center,
built on University of Dayton property. “It is exciting to see a place
like Emerson Innovation Center open here in our community,” said
Beagle. “I look forward to watching the positive impact this facility
will have on our community and working with our development partners as
this project progresses... read
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Ohio
Secretary of State Jon Husted… More
than 49,000 absentee votes have been cast
Supplemental mailing goes out this week to more than 215,000 additional
voters -- COLUMBUS – Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted today announced
that with just under three weeks to go before the 2014 General
Election, nearly 741,000 Ohioans have already cast and/or requested an
absentee ballot for the November 4th General Election. Based on an
informal survey of Ohio’s 88 county boards of elections, as of Friday,
October 10, 2014... read
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Ohio and
U.S. Employment Situation (Seasonally Adjusted)
Editor’s Note: Darke County unemployment 4.3 percent - Ohio's
unemployment rate was 5.6 percent in September 2014, down from 5.7
percent in August 2014. Ohio's nonfarm wage and salary employment
increased 6,000 over the month, from a revised 5,297,400 in August to
5,303,400 in September. The number of workers unemployed in Ohio in
September was 319,000, down 5,000 from 324,000 in August. The number of
unemployed has decreased by... read
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Darke County Sheriff’s Office… Heroin
Bust in Darke County
On October 17, 2014 the Darke County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit
and Darke County Deputies executed a search warrant at 36 Robin Hood
Drive in Sherwood Forest Mobile Community near Greenville, Ohio,
stemming from a heroin trafficking investigation. Kevin M Smith
(29) of Greenville was taken into custody without incident and is
currently being housed at the Darke County Jail where he awaits formal
charges of Trafficking... read
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Kasich statement on Ohio Ebola response
activities
COLUMBUS – Today Gov. John R. Kasich issued the following statement in
response to news that a Dallas health care worker who tested positive
for Ebola virus had recently traveled to Ohio: “I have been fully
briefed on the federal, state and local activities that are underway
and have directed state health officials to aggressively respond to the
situation and provide local health officials every resource and support
they need... read
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The Hill… Dems: Don’t trust the polls,
By Niall Stanage
10/13/14 -- Democrats have a new message in the 2014 race for the
Senate: Don’t trust the polls. The party is stoking skepticism in the
final stretch of the midterm campaign, providing a mirror image of
conservative complaints in 2012 about “skewed” polls in the
presidential race between President Obama and Republican Mitt Romney.
Democrats who do not want their party faithful to lose hope —
particularly in a midterm election that will be largely decided on
voter turnout — are taking... read
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Dayton
& Montgomery County Establishes Ebola Hotline: 937-225-6217
As a result of the worldwide Ebola crisis, many people in our community
have learned something about the virus. However, many have additional
questions and are not certain where to call for reliable information.
Therefore, the health departments in the West Central Region of Ohio
have established a hotline number for the public where they can call
and get correct answers to the questions they may have. People...
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13-year-old injured in tractor accident
On October 11, 2014 at approximately 9:33 PM Darke County Deputies,
along with New Madison Fire, Tri Village Rescue and CareFlight were
dispatched to Arrowhead Campgrounds at 1361 Thomas Road in reference to
an injury accident. Preliminary investigation revealed a Kubota tractor
driven by Pat McClellan, 60, of New Paris was pulling a trailer for a
hayride through the campgrounds when Reagan Schommer, 13, of Englewood
ran... read
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Tiffin Street burglary arrests
On October 6, 2014 at approximately 1:12 a.m., the Greenville Police
Department, with assistance from the Darke County Sheriff's Office,
responded to 232 Tiffin Street on a report of a burglary that had just
occurred involving three suspects. During the course of the
investigation, detectives developed the identities of the three
suspects. On October 8, 2014, Complaints and Arrest Warrants were
issued for Aggravated Burglary, along with a search warrant for 331
West Main... read
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Injury
accident on U.S. 36
On October 8, 2014 at approximately 4:27 PM Darke County Deputies,
along with Gettysburg Fire, Gettysburg Rescue and CareFlight were
dispatched to the 6700 block of US RT 36 East in reference to an injury
accident. Preliminary investigation revealed a silver 2013 Toyota Prius
driven by Heidi J. Aukerman, 60, of Greenville was eastbound on US RT
36. Mrs. Aukerman was slowing down to make a right turn when she
was struck from behind by a white 1999 Dodge 3500 driven by...
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New Website Provides Employment Assistance
to Ohioans with Disabilities
COLUMBUS, OHIO – October is National Disability Employment Awareness
Month, and Ohioans with disabilities now have a free, easy way to
search for jobs and access information about a variety of work-related
resources. Working in tandem with OhioMeansJobs.com,
OhioMeansAccessibility.com will help job seekers with disabilities post
resumes, search for jobs and more. “The Ohio Department of Job and
Family Services... read
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State Agencies Collaborate to Help Increase
Child Support Collections
Columbus - In the past six years, Ohio has decreased by more than half
the number of people coming to prison for not paying child support,
saving taxpayers money. Agency partnerships, locally operated
programs and legislative changes have led to the drastic decrease in
those coming to prison, allowing these individuals to stay in their
communities and continue to make their court-ordered payments.
The total number of offenders entering prison for...
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New
York Times… Fumbled Bid for
Governor Imperils Ohio Democrats, By Trip Gabriel
Sept. 28, 2014 -- DAYTON, Ohio — With a wounded candidate at the top of
their ticket, Democrats in Ohio have been forced to adopt a Plan B as
they seek to avoid a disastrous shutout in elections for governor and
other statewide offices. “Voting from the bottom to the top: That is
the way we need to roll this year,” said Nina Turner, a candidate for
secretary of state. Translation: Ignore the contest for governor and
concentrate on the down-ballot races for the five other statewide...
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Sec.
of State Jon Husted… Voter
Registration Deadline Monday, Absentee Voting Starts Tuesday
Deadline to register to vote is Monday; Voters will have four weeks to
cast ballots. More than 582,000 absentee ballots have already been
requested. COLUMBUS – Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted today reminded
Ohioans that they have until Monday, October 6th, to get registered to
vote or update their voting information, and that absentee voting
begins the following day on Tuesday, October 7th, for the 2014 General
Election... read
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