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Page 1 *AGRICULTURE*Wanting Farmland to Rent. Will pay $260/acre for productive farmland. 937-417-4656 for info*PRODUCE***No Produce from 1/22/12*LIVESTOCK***No Livestock from 1/22/12

Page 2 *AUTOMOTIVE*CASH for Cars, Vans, SUVs & Pickups! We Buy! Bring yours in today! Poeppelman Auto, 127 north to 274 east 1 mile, Carthagena 419-925-4747. Regular hours: Weekdays 9am-5pm, Saturdays 9am-3pm! www.rpauto.net2002 Oldsmobile Alero, 4 door, red, automatic, 111,000 miles, $4995. Moody's 937-337-6841Work truck, 1979 C30 Chevy, good shape, $2500. 937-997-35331997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 2 door, red, 141,000 miles, $2850. Moody's 937-337-68412008 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD turbo diesel, crew cab, dually, 535,000 miles (almost all highway miles), LTZ package, leather, climate control, Bose sound, heated mirrors & seats, $24,995 OBO. 765-546-75732001 Chevrolet Malibu, 4 door, silver, new car warranty, 18,000 miles, $18,500. Moody's 937-337-68412004 flame red Dodge Ram 1500 SLT, quad cab, 4x4, 8 cyl., 77,352 miles, auto trans, all power, AM/FM/CD, tow pkg., loaded, hardtop tonneau w/lock. 937-423-18061998 Dodge Ram 1500, club cab, green, automatic, 138,000 miles, $4500. Moody's 937-337-6841DAVIDSON'S AUTO PARTS - Cash for cars/trucks, running or not. 447-4681. (RV & Boat Storage Available)2002 Chevrolet Silverado pickup, automatic, air, 159,000 miles, runs good, looks good, $4995. Moody's 937-337-684126th ANNIVERSARY SALE! 2004 Silhouette $6500, 2000 Passat $5900, 2001 Daewoo Nubira $3800, 1998 Venture $3700, 2002 Montana $3400, 2000 Grand Prix $3000, 1998 Lumina $2600, 1999 Regal $2000, 1994 Cutlass Supreme $1000. Many more to choose from! www.rpauto.net, Poeppelman Auto, 127 north to 274 east 1 mile, Carthagena, 419-925-4747, Weekdays 9am-5pm, Saturdays 9am-3pm! We also Buy!2007 Chevrolet Colorado pickup, like new, silver, 21,000 miles, Reduced To $14,500. Moody's 937-337-68412007 GMC, crew cab, Dooley, Duramax Allison, heated leather, sunroof, 4x4, loaded with extras, $26,000 OBO. 937-459-80552001 Oldsmobile Silhouette van, gold, leather seats, loaded, 139,000 miles, $4995. Moody's 937-337-68412000 Ford Expedition XLT, 4x4, with 175,000 miles, good condition, $4000 firm. 937-547-18362003 Ford Ranger, standard cab, 4 cyl., automatic, 107,000 miles, white, Reduced To $4500. Moody's 937-337-68412000 Saturn, $4195. 2000 Jeep Wrangler, $7995. 2003 TrailBlazer, $7995. 2005 Caravan, $6495. 2002 Cavalier, $4195. 2003 Grand Prix, $4995. 2007 Hyundai Accent, $8495. 2005 G6, $9995. 2002 Rendezvous, $5995. 2002 S10 Crew ZR5, $7995. 1998 S10, 5 speed, $4995. 1999 Dodge Ram, 4x4, $4995. 2001 Durango, $6995. 2001 Escape, $6995. 2004 Expedition, Eddie Bauer, $11,995. 2006 Torrent, 62,000, $11,995. 2007 Silverado, ext. cab, 4x4, $14,995. Buy - Sell - Trade! Country Auto Sales 548-1337

Page 3 *Special Notices*LENDING OPPORTUNITIES *****NOTICE***** Borrow Smart. Contact the Ohio Division of Financial Institutions' Office of Consumer Affairs BEFORE you refinance your home or obtain a loan. BEWARE of requests for any large advance payment of fees or insurance. Call the Office of consumer Affairs toll free at 1-866-278-0003 to learn if the mortgage broker or lender is properly licensed. (This notice is a public service announcement of The Early Bird)Process medical claims from home! Use your own computer! Find out how to spot a medical billing scam from the Federal Trade Commission, 1-877-FTC-HELP. A message from The Early Bird and the FTC.EVERYONE in the EARLY BIRD DELIVERY AREA - Please be aware that there is someone stealing Early Birds, mostly for the Smart Source coupon insert. If you witness this happening, please contact our office at 937-548-3330 or 800-548-5312*Business Ops.***No Business Ops. from 1/22/12

Page 4 *EQUIPMENT*8' angle Boss snowplow with mounting brackets and control, $1500. Ditch Witch, $4000. 548-6375

Page 5 *FOR RENT*New Madison, 2 bedroom apartment upstairs. W/d hookup, a/c. Included water/trash. No Pets. $425. 996-68212 bedroom house trailer. Propane heat. Small garage. 12712 St. Rt. 49 N, Lightsville. $400 month plus deposit. 968-56171 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor. 423 West 4th St., Greenville. $500 month, all utilities paid. 937-459-75862 bedroom apartment, Castine. Large rooms. $400 per month + deposit, electric & trash. No pets. 937-678-2409Spacious upstairs 1 bedroom Greenville apartment. Includes stove, refrigerator, water. $325 + deposit. 937-423-2374Arcanum, 2 bedroom upstairs apartment with deck. Stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer provided. Water paid. $400 month. 937-760-11104 very nice homes in Union City (IN & OH). No pets. Please call 765-964-7330 or 937-459-6903Large store & lock unit, 14'x28', $75 per month. Call 417-2796 or 548-3121Warehouse or industrial buildings in Greenville. Call 417-2796 or 548-3121Greenville, 2 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, c/a. W/d hookup. Stove. All electric. Deposit required. 564-1125KRAMER'S STORAGE: Indoor storage available for boats, campers, vehicles, etc. 937-337-9594, 937-417-5755NOW AVAILABLE In Francis Plaza! 1 interior unit. Call Blue Spruce Realty 547-9770 for informationVersailles, 1 bedroom apartment, $355; or furnished efficiency apartment, $300, + deposit & electric. No pets. Village Court 937-548-2108LEASE SPACE AVAILABLE Coldwater, Ohio - Manufacturing, Warehousing, Assembly, Distribution, Office, Inside and Outdoor Storage. Easy access to major highways and railroad access with loading docks and overhead cranes available. Contact Sycamore Group 419-678-5318, www.sycamorespace.comCOMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Currently set up for Restaurant. Great location on East Main St. Includes drive-thru window. Call for more details, 548-52643 bedroom half double in Greenville. Stove & refrigerator provided. Washer/dryer hookup. No pets. $425 per month. 937-548-2397Storage for personal and business use. Penske Truck Rentals. Call Greenville Stor and Lock. 548-1075, 5328 Michelle St.Willow Place Apartments - We're better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937-316-8025 or 937-316-8489. Equal Housing Opportunity.METRO APPROVED - Apartment, rural Arcanum, 1 bedroom. Central heat/air. Inexpensive utilities. Stove, refrigerator furnished. W/d hookup. Garage. No pets/smoking. Reference & deposit required. $385 month. Call 692-5278, 459-2172Large 2 bedroom upstairs apartment. Energy efficient. Range, refrigerator. 3796 St. Rt. 121, Ft. Jefferson. $350 month plus references & deposit. 937-316-6020IN GREENVILLE at 114 Front St. is a 1 bedroom apartment with washer/dryer hookup. Total electric. $300 per month plus $300 security deposit plus utilities. No Pets and No Smoking! Call 548-9940 for rental applicationIdeal small house for elderly. Level floor plan. Newly remodeled. All appliances provided. Low utilities. Quiet neighborhood near Greenville park. Pet considered. Call 548-73391 bedroom apartments, Greenville. Washer/dryer hookup, a/c, appliances, trash, lawn & snow removal provided. No Pets. Nice & quiet. $375. 937-417-5553New Madison, upstairs studio apartment. $325 month plus deposit. All utilities included except electric. Immediate occupancy. Call after 5pm, 937-572-47982 bedroom apartment. W/d hookup. $425 + deposit & utilities. 128 Vine St., Greenville. 937-548-2108Arcanum, 2 bedroom apartment. Washer/dryer hookup. Water furnished. $400 month. No Pets. Call 692-5979, 692-8055 or 884-78052 bedroom apartment for rent. Water, sewer & trash removal included in rent. Deposit required. No Pets. 548-52641 bedroom, 1 bath, 527 Washington, Greenville. Washer/dryer hookup. Pet friendly. Basement. $350 month + utilities & deposit. 423-26043 bedroom house in Greenville. C/a, 1-1/2 baths, 2 car garage. No pets. $550. 447-78451 bedroom apartment upstairs. 1 car garage. $375 a month, water included. Call 937-467-3583, leave messageNice 3 bedroom, 2 bath on one floor. 2-1/2 car attached garage. Basement. In the country, west of Greenville. No dogs. No smoking. $750 month ++ credit check. 937-548-4448Laura, 2 bedroom. Stove, refrigerator, water, sewer, trash furnished. No pets. $425 plus $300 deposit. 937-547-11753-4 bedroom house in country, 6953 Requarth. Greenville school district. $585 month plus deposit. 937-459-7377Greenville, Montgomery St. 1 bedroom unit. Electric heat. Rent $350 + deposit. Water & trash included. 937-548-52841 story, 3 bedroom house. Electric baseboard heat, with washer/dryer hookup, and 1-1/2 car detached garage. 335 West Vine St., Union City, IN. Will also sell on land contract! 937-621-5036Greenville, 2 bedroom apartment. Stove, refrigerator, a/c. W/d hookup. Clean. $410 monthly. Deposit. 692-53141 bedroom apartment, upstairs. Includes stove and refrigerator. $290 month. 548-9600Upstairs four room apartment in Union City, OH. Electric heat. $235. 937-547-6182In Greenville, 1 bedroom upstairs apartment. Stove, refrigerator furnished. Washer/dryer hookup. $300 month + deposit. 459-2041Spacious 1 bedroom apartment. Stove, refrigerator & utilities furnished. Metro approved. Deposit & references. 937-548-5349, 937-548-8024

Page 6 *GARAGE SALES***No Garage Sales from 1/22/12

Page 7 *HELP WANTED*Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. - Looking for a dependable person to work on our poultry farm. Must be able to handle specialized tasks in connection with the caring of poultry. If interested, please apply at Cal-Maine Foods, 3078 Washington Rd., Rossburg, OH 45362. Phone 937-337-9576. EEO/M/F/V/HEarn $$$ helping MDs! Process medical claims from home. Call the Federal Trade Commission to find out how to spot medical billing scams. A message from The Early Bird and the FTC. 1-877-FTC-HELPResponsible individual needed to deliver Early Birds in Union City. This is a walking route. If you are interested in this route, please contact Don at Ball Publishing Co. at 937-547-0851, or call toll free 1-800-548-5312 weekdays between 10am and 4pmLaid off? Work from home. Be your own Bo$$! First call the Federal Trade Commission to find out how to spot work-at-home schemes. A message from The Early Bird and the FTC. 1-877-FTC-HELPLocal Law Firm seeks Legal Secretary/Receptionist. The candidate must be capable of handling incoming telephone calls, scheduling appointments, using Microsoft Word and Excel, handling bookkeeping, and assisting with other legal matters. Please send resume and salary requirements to: Receptionist, c/o Ball Publishing Co., 5312 Sebring-Warner Rd., Greenville, OH 45331

Page 8 *HOUSEHOLD*Very nice used Rainbow vacuum sweeper. Warranty. Call 548-0870Portable dishwasher, $150. 5 cu. ft. freezer, $100. Both 5 months old. 548-777725 cu. ft. Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerator, ice & water in door, 5 years old, $285. 937-548-0190

Page 9 *LOST AND FOUND***No Lost and Found from 1/22/12

Page 10 *MISC. FOR SALE*Sunquest 16SE tanning bed, 16 bulbs, one user, bought new from ETS, $750. 968-5617WE BUY to Restore: Old Bach trumpets, old guitars, old drums/set, old amplifiers. Call us at 937-547-1970 and ask for Bruce. Bach to Rock Music, email: bachtorock_earthlink.net, website: b2rock.comHobby horse, $20. Toddler car bed, $25. Thomas the Train battery operated track & all, G/C, $40. 548-2311FIREWOOD, seasoned hardwood. Large pickup load, $95, you haul. Delivery available. 417-4402. It's going fast!Central Boiler Outdoor Wood & Corn Furnaces. Stop paying high energy prices and use renewable energy. Call for current sale promotions. Visit us on the web _ www.ClassicComfortOhio.com CLASSIC COMFORT HEATING & SUPPLY. Greenville, Ohio. 888-296-3875FIREWOOD - Seasoned hardwoods. $120 per load delivered. 1/2 loads available for customer pick up, $60. Ed Rehmert Firewood, 937-459-8525Church Sound System Updates at COST! Let us quote your church sound system updates and improvements at our equipment cost! Just pay the labor! JBL - EAW - QSC - PEAVEY - CROWN - Call for quote, Bach to Rock Music 547-1970, email: bachtorock_earthlink.net and website: b2rock.comGenerator, North Star Series, Honda powered 13 hp, 8000 watts, like new, very low hours, $1400 OBO. 937-459-8055Lightweight mobility scooter, $100. Adult Permobil power wheelchair with lift seat & recline, $1000. Call 937-459-5742Regulation size Ping-Pong table, $75 OBO. Call 937-547-1875

Page 11 *MOBILE HOMES***No Mobile Homes from 1/22/12

Page 12 *MOTORCYCLES***No Motorcycles from 1/22/12

Page 13 *PETS*Free to good home: Male gecko with heat lamp & complete tank setup. 937-564-2734Free to good home, two fixed black cats. Your choice of male or female. 937-564-2734

Page 14 *REAL ESTATE*Brick ranch, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 car garage, sun-room, fireplace. 746 Primrose Drive. $129,000. 548-8678, 423-1105A charming, spacious, ranch-style, 3 bedroom, 3 full bath home with an addition in the heart of Versailles. Offering updated kitchen, custom cabinets, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, a new roof, windows, furnace/central air, and basement. Close to school, parks, and the pool. Call 937-564-1883 for more details. 235 Reed Ave.BY OWNER: Three bedroom brick ranch with family room. Nice interior makeover. Nice neighborhood. 122 Hillview, Greenville. 548-6904LENDING OPPORTUNITIES *****NOTICE***** Borrow Smart. Contact the Ohio Division of Financial Institutions' Office of Consumer Affairs BEFORE you refinance your home or obtain a loan. BEWARE of requests for any large advance payment of fees or insurance. Call the Office of consumer Affairs toll free at 1-866-278-0003 to learn if the mortgage broker or lender is properly licensed. (This notice is a public service announcement of The Early Bird)Charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow-style home! Offers wood floors, fenced-in backyard and a 1-1/2 car detached garage. Located at 337 East Weller St., Ansonia. For more information, call 937-564-8190Versailles, very nice house for sale. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Full finished basement. 2-1/2 car garage. See photos at zillow.com. 937-526-3028

Page 15 *RECREATIONAL***No Recreational items from 1/22/12

Page 16 *Services Offered*Be your own Bo$$!! Process medical claims from home on your computer. Call the Federal Trade Commission to find out how to spot medical billing scams. Call Tollfree. A message from The Early Bird and the FTC. Tfn 1-877-FTC-HELPGUITAR & AMPLIFIER Repair. Bach To Rock Music, 334 S. Broadway, Greenville, OH, 937-547-1970, Open Mon. & Fri. 10am-7pm, Tues.-Wed. 10am-6pm, Thurs. & Sat. 10am-5pm, closed Sunday. Email us at bachtorock_earthlink.net and check out our website at b2rock.comHave openings for Child Care, any age and any shift. Country home and F-M Schools. Over 20 years experience. 548-2311LEAF CLEAN-UP - Large or Small Jobs. Also snow removal, landscaping, lawn mowing & shrub trimming. Reasonable Rates. References available. Very dependable. 548-1716, ask for JustinBRASS RESTORATION, Polishing and Lacquering service. Bach To Rock Music, 334 S. Broadway, Greenville, OH, 937-547-1970, Open Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 10am-6pm, Thurs. & Sat. 10am-5pm, closed Sunday. Email us at bachtorock_earthlink.net - Check out our NEW website at b2rock.comWill assist Darke County elders with their home care needs. Seeking those in need of part-time assistance with personal care, light housework, and companionship. Over 20 years experience in home health. Reasonable rates. 937-526-4937Pregnancy Help Center. 24 hr. Hotline - FREE pregnancy testing. Confidential counseling. Please call 547-1112SOUND EQUIPMENT RENTAL at Bach To Rock Music - We rent out PA systems, microphones & stands. We also rent Portable Stage Lighting systems & Digital 88-key Keyboards. Delivery also available! 334 South Broadway, Greenville, 937-547-1970, or email us at bachtorock_earthlink.net, check out our website at b2rock.comOpenings full/part-time. Child Care Provider. Reasonable rates. Arcanum school district. 937-564-9809

Page 17 *WANTED*Wanted: Used house trailers in good condition. Please call 937-448-2974*WANTED TO BUY*BUYING OLD GUITARS, BASSES, Banjos, Mandolins and Amplifiers. Bring them in to Bach to Rock for an offer. Bach to Rock Music, 334 South Broadway, Greenville, OH 45331, 937-547-1970, email: bachtorock_earthlink.net, website: www.b2rock.com*WANTED TO RENT***No Wanted to Rent from 1/22/12

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OBITUARIES
CLARK Eileen L. Clark, 72, of Arcanum, died Jan. 12 at home. She is survived by her husband, Robert Clark; daughter, Laura (Michael) Back, of Arcanum; sons, Tod (Joyce) Clark, of Greenville, Timothy (Melinda) Clark, of Arcanum, Randy Clark, of Arcanum, and Gary (Dana) Clark, of Ithaca; and nine grandchildren and spouses and four great grandchildren. Burial is at Ithaca Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Childrens Shrine Hospital, 107 E. First St., Dayton, Ohio 45402.LEEPER Nancy Jean (Emig) Leeper, 81, of Rossburg, died Jan. 13, at the Reid Hospital, Richmond, IN. She is survived by her children, Douglas of Georgia, David of Rossburg, Dennis (Karlynn) of Rossburg, Diane (Tom) Jenkins of Greenville, Dane (Linda) of Ansonia, Darin of Ft. Myers, FL, Darrell (Cheryl) of Georgia, Darwin (Valerie) of Rossburg, Dwane of Rossburg, Doreen (Chris) Culy of Winchester, IN, and Dwight (Kim) of Rossburg; daughter-in-law, Kathy Leeper of Rossburg; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; a sister, Barbara Spahr of Carthagena; and numerous nieces and nephews. Burial is at Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.BRUBAKER Martin Ray Brubaker, 71, died Jan. 12 at his residence. Martin is survived by his wife, Ruth (Deaton) Brubaker; sons, Michael and wife Amanda Brubaker and Daniel Brubaker; four daughters, Bonnie Brubaker, Marie and husband Glenn Browning, Rachel and husband Mark Brumbaugh and Helen and husband Christopher Church; seven grandchildren; four brothers and four sisters. Burial is at Prices Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Reid Hospice.LAUGHMAN Ronald L. Laughman, 55, of Bradford, died Jan. 11, at his residence. In addition to his mother, Helen (Shimp) Laughman Witt of Versailles, he is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Jason and Crystal Laughman of Troy; daughter, Amy Laughman of Piqua; four grandchildren; special friends, Linda Kane of Bradford and Brett Kane of Bradford; brother and sister-in-law, Ray and Wanda Laughman of Russia; and sisters and brother-in-law, Connie Fries of Versailles and Cindy and Roger Todd of Russia. Memorial contributions can be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.BRUMBAUGH Arbadella J. Brumbaugh, 75, of Greenville, died Jan. 13, at Wayne HealthCare, Greenville. She is survived by her daughters, Taunya (Tom) Buxton of Versailles, Sherry (Doug) Warvel of Greenville, and Mindy (Tim) Walters of Ansonia; six grandchildren and spouses and four great grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Carolyn Brumbaugh of Ansonia; and numerous nieces and nephews. Burial is at Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions can be made to the Cancer Association of Darke County.SINCK Rolland M. Sinck, 94, of New Madison, died Jan. 13, at Heartland of Greenville. Rolland is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Claudia and John Landis of Lewisburg and Carol Peden of Arcanum; and four grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Burial is at Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Legion Post #245 in his honor. SMITH Ruby Elizabeth Smith, 89, of Bradford, died Jan. 16, at the Upper Valley Medical Center. Ruby is survived by her two daughters and son-in-law, Patti Wyan of Bradford, and Debbie and Greg Monnier of Greenville; eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Fidebelle Cain of Greenville; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Interment is at Miami Memorial Park Cemetery, Covington. SIMON Charles E. Ed Simon, 75, of Bradford, died Jan. 15, at Lima Memorial Hospital. Ed is survived by his son, Charles E. Simon of Greenville; three daughters and sons-in-law, Tina and John Landis of Bradford, Teresa and John Douglas of Bradford, and Nikki Simon of West Milton; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Jane and Walter Wardley of New Carlisle; four brothers and sisters-in-law, James and Kay Simon of Covington, Robert and Joyce Simon of Covington, Marvin and Carol Simon of Ansonia, and Michael Simon of Xenia; and other relatives and friends. Interment is at Miami Memorial Park Cemetery, Covington. (veteran)WEIDNER Kimberly Ranae Weidner, 44, of Arcanum, died Jan. 14, at her residence. In addition to her mother, Connie (Hale) Yoder, of Ansonia, she is survived by her husband, Greg Weidner of Arcanum; her children, Jonah and Phoebe Weidner at home; brother, Scott Yoder of Greenville; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kelly and Dave Eikenberry of Greenville, and Tracy and James Redmond of Phillipsburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. Burial is at St. Marys Church Cemetery. DILTZ Virginia L. Diltz, 79, of Greenville, died Jan. 17, at Heartland of Greenville. There will be a service held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions can be given to the donors choice. BLOCHER Earl Charles Blocher, 87, of Lynn, IN and formerly of Arcanum, died Jan. 16, at Randolph Nursing Home, Winchester, IN. Earl is survived by his children Bernice Fosberg, Medway, Freda Heisey, Taylorsville, MS, Ruth Keeny-Fawn, Grove, PA., Rebecca Stalter, Nappanee, IN, Stephen Blocher, Bradford, and Craig Blocher, Greenville; 22 grandchildren,21 great-grandchildren; sisters, Hazel Decker, Altoona, IA, Vera Smith, Elk Grove, CA., Alice French, Modesto, CA; sister-in-law, Esther Blocher, York, PA.; brother-in-law, Floyd Kinser, Modesto, CA; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Burial is at Royal Oak Memorial Gardens. WINTERROWD Frances Eldine Winterrowd, 90, of Wauseon and formerly of Greenville, died Jan. 17, at the Heartland Nursing Home of Wauseon. Eldine is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Cinda and Paul Meyer of Wauseon; two grandchildren and spouse and four great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Burial is at Teegarden Cemetery, near Ansonia. Memorial contributions can be made to Shriners Hospitals or the First United Methodist Church.ROSS Eugene L. Ross, 85, of Coletown, died Jan. 19, at Wayne HealthCare, Greenville. He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Philip (Andrea) Ross of West Mansfield, and Larry (Rose) Ross of Covington; 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, 4 step great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild; brother and sister-in-law, Ronald and Joan Ross of West Alexandria, IN; sister, Shirley Linder of Greenville; and numerous nieces and nephews. There will be a service held on Monday, Jan. 23, 10:30 a.m., at Coletown Congregational Christian Church, 2876 St. Rt. 571 West, Coletown, Ohio, with Pastor Eric Knight and Pastor Carroll Pahl officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery, Greenville. Family will receive friends on Sunday, Jan. 22, 1-3 p.m., at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, and from 10-10:30 a.m. on Monday before the service at church. Memorial contributions can be made to Coletown Congregational Christian Church.BERGMAN Richard G. Dick Bergman, 78, of Bradford, died Jan. 18, at the Patriot Ridge Nursing Home, Fairborn. Dick is survived by his wife, Maurita M. (Holtz) Bergman; three sons and daughters-in-law, Lawrence and Maryann Bergman of Dayton, Anthony Bergman of Dayton, and Andrew and Katie Bergman of Rio Rancho, NM; three daughters and sons-in-law, Beth and Ray Diehl of DeGraff, Lori and Bill Deppen of St. Paris, and Eileen and Jeff Merrick of Warrensburg, MO; 19 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; sister, Marilyn Kollesser of Columbus; and other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial is at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, Jan. 23 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Bradford with Father Jim Duell and Father Jim Simons concelebrating. Interment is at Miami Memorial Park Cemetery, Covington. The family will receive friends 2-5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 22, at the Stocker-Fraley Funeral Home, Bradford. Memorial contributions can be made to the Mandy Deppen Memorial Scholarship, First Central National Bank, 103 S. Springfield St., P.O. Box 730, St. Paris, Ohio 43072. MIXON Benjamin L. Ben Mixon, 80, of Heber, AZ died Jan. 13 in Heber, AZ. He is survived by his wife, Betty Lou (Fellers) Mixon of Heber; one son, Michael (Trudy) Mixon of Kingman, AZ; one daughter, Annette Mixon of San Francisco, CA; one grandson; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Mary Esther Wilson, Donna Bixler, Peggy, Karolyn and Marilyn Fellers and Jim (Debbi) Fellers all of Greenville and Jack (Connie) Fellers of Englewood; and nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to Heifer Project International c/o Shepherd of the Pines UMC or Give Ye Them To Eat, also c/o Shepherd of the Pines UMC, PO Box 1402, Overgaard AZ 85933.
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COVER STORY
GREENVILLE-- On Jan. 18, the Darke County Commissioners signed a proclamation endorsing the Point-In-Time Count for the Continuum of Care Consortium. The purpose of the count is to tally the number of sheltered homeless and those persons who are homeless. The commissioners recognize the efforts of the consortium have resulted in new partnerships of agencies and individuals who are committed to help fight the homeless plight. Joining Commissioners Michael Rhoades, Michael Stegall and Diane Delaplane are Rhianon Harris, of CAP Homeless Prevention (seated); Julie Vance, Community Housing; Michelle Mason, Community Housing; Melissa Sparks, COC chairperson, Carol Littman, CAP Emergency Homeless Shelter Coordinator; and Michael Besecker, COC Co-chairperson.

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Meetings

Monday, Jan. 23GREENVILLE ELKS LODGE meeting, 8 p.m.D.C. RIGHT TO LIFE meeting, Versailles High School, 7:30 p.m.UC BARBERSHOP QUARTET meets at 7 p.m., Presbyterian Church, corner of Hickory and Howard.Tuesday, Jan. 24ROTARY CLUB, Chestnut Village Center at the Brethren Retirement Community, Greenville, noonBINGO, Elks Club, Greenville, 6:30 p.m.POULTRY DAYS INC. board meeting in Versailles Community Room, 7 p.m.GREENVILLE AREA TOASTMASTERS meeting, 7 p.m., in the Chestnut Village Center at the Brethren Retirement Community, Greenville. If you are interested in improving your communication and public speaking skills, Toastmasters is for you. Everyone young or older are welcome to visit the meetings. For more information, call 548-4628.Wednesday, Jan. 25KIWANIS CLUB, Chestnut Village Community Center, next to Brethren Retirement Community, Greenville, noonVERSAILLES ROTARY meets at noon, Inn at Versailles.Thursday, Jan. 26NEW MADISON KIWANIS, 6:30 p.m., Fort Black Restaurant, New MadisonFRIENDS OF THE GREENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY will meet at 7 p.m. in the Board Room. The Library is located at 520 Sycamore St., Greenville.

Health

Sunday, Jan. 22SUNDAY NIGHT POISON FREE GROUP OF NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS, open 7-8 p.m. at 501 Gray Ave., second floor, in the back, Greenville. Text book study, contact Jason D. (937) 459-5751, www.naohio.org .Monday, Jan. 23TREATY CITY AA GROUP, United Methodist Church, 4th and Sycamore, Greenville, third floor, 8 p.m., closed meeting.FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Comprehensive Health Network.DARKE COUNTY VIP (for low vision) will meet at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of the Brethrens Home. For more information, call 548-9159.PERSISTANT & HOPEFUL NA GROUP meets from 7-8 p.m., at 107 N. Main St., New Madison. For more information, contact April at (937) 755-4027.Tuesday, Jan. 24BIG BOOK DISCUSSION AA GROUP, First United Methodist Church, corner of Fourth and Sycamore, Greenville, room 305, open, 8 p.m.FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Comprehensive Health Network.ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP at Karrington Place, 95 W. Wenger Road. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. For more information, call (937) 836-9617.TOPS OH 1789, Pitsburg Church of the Brethren, 8376 Pitsburg Laura Road, Pitsburg, weigh-in is at 5:45 to 6:15 p.m. with the meeting at 6:15 to 7 p.m.D.C. HEALTH DEPARTMENT will offer immunizations from 8-10:30 a.m. and 2-5 p.m. Walk-in only. There is a fee for immunizations.STEPPING INTO SOBRIETY AA MEETING will be held at 501 Gray Ave., Greenville (Fish Building, 8-9 p.m. This is the Discussion Meeting.HOPE IN RECOVERY TUESDAY _ TWO, First Presbyterian Church, 114 East 4th St., Greenville, 2-3 p.m., www.hopeinrecovery.org . Call 548-9006.Wednesday, Jan. 25PIONEER GROUP AA, United Church of Christ, Pearl St., Covington, open meeting, basement, 9:30 a.m.BREAST-FEEDING CLASS at Family Health, 11 a.m. to noon. Call 337-0841.FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Comprehensive Health Network.POISON FREE JUST FOR TODAY Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 7-8 p.m., St. Pauls United Church of Christ, corner of Third and Sycamore Streets. Open Discussion. Speaker on last Wednesday. Handicap Accessible. For more information, contact Jason D. at (937) 459-5751, www.naohio.org .CELEBRATE RECOVERY, 6:30 p.m., at the Bradford Church of the Brethren, 120 W. Oakwood St., Bradford. This is Christ centered recovery program for all lifes hurts, habits and hang-ups. For more information, call 448-2215.NAMI CONNECTION, a peer-to-peer adult recovery support group on mental illness, is holding weekly meetings on Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., at the Safehaven site, 322 Fair St., Greenville. Come join them and talk to someone who understandssomeone just like you. For more information, call 448-6246 or 548-8963.Thursday, Jan. 26ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, GREENVILLE GROUP, St. Pauls Lutheran Church basement, open meeting, 7 p.m.WEIGHT WATCHERS, First Congregational Christian Church, 115 W. Fifth St., Greenville, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Comprehensive Health Network.TOPS (Taking Pounds of Sensibly), Union City, Ind. Chapter, meets every Thursday evening at Community Fellowship Church, St. Rt. 28 and Jackson Pike. Weigh-in is at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting is at 7 p.m. Women, men and teens are welcome. For more information, call (765) 964-3736.Friday, Jan. 27D.C. HEALTH DEPARTMENT: blood pressure screening: 3 to 4 p.m.FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Comprehensive Health Network.YOUNG PEOPLES GROUP OF AA, St. Pauls Episcopal Church, Water St. and Broadway, basement, open meeting, 8 p.m.HOPE IN RECOVERY meets at the First Presbyterian Church, 114 E. Fourth St., Greenville, 7-8:15 p.m., www.hopeinrecovery.org . For more information, call 548-9006.POISON FREE JUST FOR TODAY Narcotics Anonymous meeting will be held at 501 Gray Ave., second floor in back, Greenville, 8-9 p.m. Open Discussion. For more information, contact Jason D. (937) 459-5751, www.naohio.org .HOPE-A-NON SUPPORT GROUP, First Presbyterian Church, 114 E. Fourth St., Greenville, 7 to 8:15 p.m., www.hopeinrecovery.org . Call 548-9006Saturday, Jan. 28PERSISTANT & HOPEFUL NA GROUP meets from 7-8 p.m., at 107 N. Main St., New Madison. For more information, contact April at (937) 755-4027.SATURDAY NIGHT LIGHTS NA GROUP will meet at 501 Gray Ave., Greenville, 7-8 p.m., upstairs. For more information, contact John at (937) 564-0806.Sunday, Jan. 29SUNDAY NIGHT POISON FREE GROUP OF NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS, open 7-8 p.m. at 501 Gray Ave., second floor, in the back, Greenville. Text book study, contact Jason D. (937) 459-5751, www.naohio.org .

Social

Sunday, Jan. 22BINGO, Greenville VFW 7262, 219 N. Ohio St., 1 p.m., doors open at 11 a.m. There will be instant tickets and door prizes. Must be 18 to enter.BREAKFAST BUFFET at the American Legion, 325 N Ohio St, Greenville, Breakfast Buffet, includes eggs to order, FREE coffee & juice. $6, 8 a.m.-Noon.Monday, Jan. 23EARLY BIRD BINGO, Greenville Moose Lodge No. 329, 7 p.m.; regular bingo follows.PITSBURG SENIOR CITIZENS will meet at Pitsburg Firehouse, 1 p.m., to play cards and games. They will eat out prior to the gathering at 11:30. Call 692-8393 for more information.Wednesday, Jan. 25ANSONIA AREA SENIOR CITIZENS, Ansonia Senior Citizens Center, 12-4 p.m.ST. MARYS/PAWS BINGO, 848 Martin St., Greenville, plays every Wednesday and Thursday evening. Doors open at 5 p.m. with early bird at 6:30 p.m., regular Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Instant ticket sales begin when doors open. For more information about games or tickets, call (937) 548-7299.Thursday, Jan. 26VERSAILLES SENIOR CITIZENS, Fleur-de-Lis, 1-4 p.m.GREENVILLE AREA SENIOR CITIZENS, 848 Martin St. (Paws Bingo), Greenville, noon to 3:30 p.m.D.C. SENIOR CITIZENS, INC. will meet at the Greenville Moose Lodge, 12:30-3:30 p.m. for a Euchre Party.ST. MARYS/PAWS BINGO, 848 Martin St., Greenville, plays every Wednesday and Thursday evening. Doors open at 5 p.m. with early bird at 6:30 p.m., regular Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Instant ticket sales begin when doors open. For more information about games or tickets, call (937) 548-7299.BRADFORD AREA SENIOR CITIZENS will meet at the Bradford Library, 1-3 p.m.Friday, Jan. 27BINGO, Union City Eagles, 7 p.m.SENIOR CITIZENS meeting, Legion Hall, N. Miami, Bradford, 1 p.m.GRANGE NO. 1907, New Madison, 7:30 p.m. (summer 8:30 p.m.)INTERACTION SINGLES will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Eagles Lodge, 75 South 12th Street, Richmond, Ind. A Touch of Rio will provide the music.TEXAS HOLDEM tournaments will be held ever Friday, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m., at the American Legion Post 039, 304 S. East St., Winchester, IN. price is $20 for regular game, $1 points pot, $5 bounty, $5 dealers special (optional) and $5 high hand (optional). Must be 21 to play and show ID. No one under 21 allowed in bar during tournament.Sunday, Jan. 29BINGO, Greenville VFW 7262, 219 N. Ohio St., 1 p.m., doors open at 11 a.m. There will be instant tickets and door prizes. Must be 18 to enter.BREAKFAST BUFFET at the American Legion, 325 N Ohio St, Greenville, Breakfast Buffet, includes eggs to order, FREE coffee & juice. $6, 8 a.m.-Noon.

School and Government

Monday, Jan. 23GREENVILLE FINANCIA COMMITTEE will meet at 3 p.m., Council Chambers, Municipal Building, to discuss Community Funds Changes.Wednesday, Jan. 25BRADFORD BOE will meet in special session, 5:30 p.m., with an executive session for the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or compensation of an employee or official, or the investigation of charges or complaints against an employee, official, licensee or student requests a public hearing. Followed by a Work Session to discuss the Superintendents job description and evaluation. ARCANUM-BUTLER BOE will meet in special session, 7 p.m., in the Board of Education Office. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss and review the district budget.

Etc.

Monday, Jan. 23SETTING BOUNDARIES FOR ADULT CHILDREN will be held at EUM Church, 111 Devor St., Greenville, 6:30 p.m. Call 548-3211, ext. 213 for more information.Wednesday, Jan. 25COMMUNITY UNITY FOOD DISTRIBUTION will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at 409 Walker St., Greenville. For more information, call 547-1156.VERSAILLES COMMUNITY MEALS will be served at Trinity Lutheran Church, 204 E. Wood St., Versailles, 5-6:30 p.m. Meals will only be cancelled if Darke County is under a level 3 due to bad weather.Thursday, Jan. 26HANDICAPPED BOWLING, Treaty Lanes, 12:30 p.m.

Taking a Closer Look

TOPS Open HouseTOPS OH 1789, Pitsburg, will host an open house on Jan. 24, 5:45 p.m., at Pitsburg Church of the Brethren. Come find out what Taking Off Pounds Sensibly is all about and enjoy refreshments.

Coming Soon

Soup SupperThe Stelvideo Christian Church will host a Soup Supper on Feb. 4, 5-7 p.m. Soups include Bean, Chili, Chicken Noodle and Vegetable. There will also be sandwiches, pies, punch and coffee. The cost is a donation. Everyone is welcome.