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Your City • Your News • Your Life Thursday, July 5, 2012 Volume 31, Issue 31 www.ko-times.com • www.facebook/KOTimes $1 per copy *****************ECRWSS**** Postal Customer Kettering, OH 45409, 45419 6 74825 32811 5 News Page 2 Education Page 3 Opinion Page 4 Op/Ed Page 5 Record Page 5 Sports Page 6 Family Page 10 INDEX Subscribe to the Times’ print edition, on-line edition or e-mail newsletter! Go to www.ko-times.com Times photo/Bill Duffield Miss Holiday at Home and court There’s a new Miss Holiday at Home and it’s Nancy Walters of Kettering. Pictured above are, from left to right, Princess Justine Templin, 18, of Bellbrook; Princess Jessica Prior, 17, of Miamisburg; Miss H@H Nancy Walters, 19, of Kettering; Princess CC Salzman, 18, of Centerville; and Princess Anne Weidner, 21, of Miamisburg. Centerville’s Bryan Von Der Vellen, 17, was the winner of the Skip Lowe Award. The six honorees receive scholarships. They will also be part of the Holiday at Home Parade, Puttin’ on the Glitz, on Labor Day in Kettering. Look for more photos online at ko-times.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kotimes. PRSRT STD ECRWSS U.S. POSTAGE PAID EDDM RETAIL By BILL DUFFIELD Times editor [email protected] KETTERING — A fire that hit in the early hours of Saturday, June 30, sent the 80 year old resident of the East Rahn Rd. home to the hospital while destroying the residence. “There is still not a whole lot of info,” Kettering Fire Marshal Bill Ford said of the fire at 2218 E. Rahn. “The fire was reported at 4:11 a.m. (Saturday) when a passer-by called it in on a cell phone. Fire units arrived some six minutes later. “Heavy fire was viewed coming from the attic,” Ford continued. “There was word of a victim inside and crews went in and removed him from the res- idence.” Ford said resuscitation was per- formed at the scene before the man was transported to Miami Valley South Hospital and eventually to Miami Valley’s main hospital in Dayton. “The cause of the fire was not a candle as has been suggested by some reports,” Ford said. “This fire is still under investigation.” Ford said that the suggestion of the candle causing the fire came from the fact that the neighborhood was with- out power from Friday night’s storms. As of presstime Monday, July 2, the victim’s name or condition was released. Rahn Rd. home destroyed by fire Times photo/Shawn Bauman Fire destroyed this home on E. Rahn Rd., sending the 80-year-old resident to the hospital. OAKWOOD — A public meeting will be heldTuesday, July 17, at 7 p.m. in Wright Memorial Public Library’s meet- ing room to update everyone on the inte- rior renovation plans. The plans have evolved considerably during the last four weeks. Ruetschle Architects created a master plan incorpo- rating features to position the Library to better serve 21st century patrons, such as small conference rooms and upgraded technology. The architects’ opinion of the probable cost for the entire project is $931,500, or about $47 per square foot. Options for dividing the project into two or more phases were presented, but it was determined that phasing the project would increase the total cost by 10 to 15 percent. At its June meeting, the Library Board decided to delay starting the proj- ect to allow time to explore some addi- tional fundraising opportunities to sup- plement funds already set aside for the remodeling. This would make it possible to do the project all at once without depleting the Library’s reserve funds beyond the level the Board considers pru- dent. Library Board president Alan Halpern, architect Mike Ruetschle and library director Ann Snively will provide the update and answer questions about the plans. Wright Memorial Public Library is located at 1776 Far Hills Avenue in Oakwood. Call 937-294-7171 for more information. Wright Library’s web site is at www.WrightLibrary.org. Wright Library plans July 17 public meeting KETTERING — Fran Angerer, Kettering College alumna and a physician assistant faculty member since 2006, has been selected interim director of the Master of Physician Assistant Studies pro- gram at the school. After earning her associate degree from Kettering in 1993, Angerer received a bachelor’s in medical technology from the University of Dayton and then a master’s in public health from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. She is currently working toward a doctorate in educational leadership at the University of Dayton. The University of Dayton announced June 18 that it has tapped Kettering College’s SueWulff to become the found- ing director of its new physician assistant department. Wulff is a graduate of the Kettering College PA program and has been a faculty member for the past 15 years. She was named chair of Kettering’s PA department in 2002 and helped launch the College’s first on-campus master’s degree program. “We are fortunate to have someone within the ranks who can provide stability to the program as well as carry on the departmental tradition of creative, com- mitted leadership,” said William Nelson, dean for academic affairs. KCMA names Angerer Interim program director Supreme Court upholds health care law Roosevelt in 1935 Obama signing health act into law in 2010 Johnson signing Medicare and Medicaid into law 1960s 1940s 1930s 1970s 1950s 1990s 2000s 2010s 1980s AP Historical look at health care reform efforts 2010: Congress passes the Patient Protection and Af- fordable Care Act, designed to extend health care coverage to more than 30 million un- insured people. 2012: Supreme Court upholds the individual insur- ance requirement at the heart of Obama’s historic health care over- haul, allowing the law to proceed. 2008: Hillary Rodham Clinton makes a sweep- ing health care plan central to her bid for the Democratic presidential nomination. She loses to Barack Obama, who pro- motes his own less comprehensive plan. 1986: Congress passes a law requiring that employers let former workers stay on the company health care plan for 18 months after leaving a job, with the worker bearing the cost. 1974: President Richard Nixon puts forth but never realizes a plan to cover all Americans through private insurers. 1965: Under President Lyndon B. Johnson’s presidency, Medicare for people age 65 and older and Medicaid for the poor is signed into law. 1945: Saying medical care is a right of all Americans, President Harry Truman calls on Congress to create a national insurance program but can't get it passed. 1935: President Franklin D. Roosevelt favors creating national health insurance, but decides to push for Social Security first. 1929: A hospital in Texas originates group health insur- ance. Dallas teachers pay 50 cents a month to cover hospital care. The plan grows into Blue Cross. By PAUL COLLINS Staff Writer [email protected] MONTGOMERY COUNTY — Several Ohioans involved in the health care field and officials popu- lating the state’s political landscape shared their views concerning the United States Supreme Court’s rul- ing on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA, also known as Obamacare) on Thursday, June 28. The Supreme Court upheld much of the law, including the con- troversial individual mandate. The individual mandate requires all people to acquire and maintain health care or pay a penalty. The court asserted that the mandate constitutes a tax, placing it under Congress’ taxing authority. While states that choose not to participate in the expansion of Medicaid can be denied new Medicaid funding, the court stated that Congress can- not prevent noncompliant from receiving all of their Medicaid money. On Ohio’s political scene, three individuals voiced their dissatisfac- tion with the court’s ruling: Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor and congressmen Steve Austria and Mike Turner. During a Thursday, June 28, tele- phone press conference, Taylor stat- ed that she and Ohio Gov. John Kasich are “disappointed.” The Lt. Gov. expressed Kasich’s desire to see the law repealed. Taylor also contended that the election of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney to the Oval Office would serve as a corrective meas- ure. “We clearly believe the best way to have Ohio have the flexibility it needs is to replace Obama with Mitt Romney,” said Taylor. Taylor asserted that the act had created “additional spending obli- gations” that Ohio will have to shoulder even if the state does not participate in the expansion of Medicaid. According to Taylor, the state’s share to cover individuals who are eligible for Medicaid but not enrolled will increase expenses to $369 million in 2014 and $665 million by 2018. The Lt. Gov. said that the increased expenses “could cripple Ohio’s recovery and wipe out the state’s savings.” See VIEWS, page 2 Politicians, health care officials share views By BILL DUFFIELD Times editor [email protected] KETTERING — As the heatwave that is enveloping the area continues, it is even more important for those who must be outside to take pre- cautions to avoid being over- come by the weather. This is especially true for our younger generation, who may dehy- drate quicker than their adult counterparts. According to the Children’s Medical Center in Dayton, getting too hot can lead to our bodies shutting down. The body is cooled by sweating and radiating heat through the skin. But when temperatures and humidity are high, or when the body is undergoing vigorous exercise in the hot weather, the cooling system can fail. That failure can lead to a body’s internal temperature becoming danger- ously high, causing heat-relat- ed illness such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion or heatstroke. See HEAT, page 2 Watch kids for signs of heat illnesses
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Miss Holiday at Home and courtThere’s a new Miss Holiday at Home and it’s Nancy Walters of Kettering. Pictured above are, from left to right, Princess JustineTemplin, 18, of Bellbrook; Princess Jessica Prior, 17, of Miamisburg; Miss H@H Nancy Walters, 19, of Kettering; Princess CCSalzman, 18, of Centerville; and Princess Anne Weidner, 21, of Miamisburg. Centerville’s Bryan Von Der Vellen, 17, was the winner ofthe Skip Lowe Award. The six honorees receive scholarships. They will also be part of the Holiday at Home Parade, Puttin’ on theGlitz, on Labor Day in Kettering. Look for more photos online at ko-times.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kotimes.
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By BILL DUFFIELDTimes editor
[email protected] — A fire that hit in
the early hours of Saturday, June 30,sent the 80 year old resident of the EastRahn Rd. home to the hospital whiledestroying the residence.
“There is still not a whole lot ofinfo,” Kettering Fire Marshal Bill Fordsaid of the fire at 2218 E. Rahn. “Thefire was reported at 4:11 a.m.
(Saturday) when a passer-by called itin on a cell phone. Fire units arrivedsome six minutes later.
“Heavy fire was viewed comingfrom the attic,” Ford continued. “Therewas word of a victim inside and crewswent in and removed him from the res-idence.”
Ford said resuscitation was per-formed at the scene before the manwas transported to Miami Valley SouthHospital and eventually to Miami
Valley’s main hospital in Dayton.“The cause of the fire was not a
candle as has been suggested by somereports,” Ford said. “This fire is stillunder investigation.”
Ford said that the suggestion of thecandle causing the fire came from thefact that the neighborhood was with-out power from Friday night’s storms.
As of presstime Monday, July 2, thevictim’s name or condition wasreleased.
Rahn Rd. home destroyed by fireTimes photo/Shawn Bauman
Fire destroyed this home on E. Rahn Rd., sending the 80-year-old resident to the hospital.
OAKWOOD — A public meeting willbe held Tuesday, July 17, at 7 p.m. inWright Memorial Public Library’s meet-ing room to update everyone on the inte-rior renovation plans.
The plans have evolved considerablyduring the last four weeks. RuetschleArchitects created a master plan incorpo-rating features to position the Library tobetter serve 21st century patrons, such assmall conference rooms and upgradedtechnology. The architects’ opinion of theprobable cost for the entire project is$931,500, or about $47 per square foot.Options for dividing the project into twoor more phases were presented, but it wasdetermined that phasing the projectwould increase the total cost by 10 to 15percent. At its June meeting, the LibraryBoard decided to delay starting the proj-ect to allow time to explore some addi-tional fundraising opportunities to sup-plement funds already set aside for theremodeling. This would make it possibleto do the project all at once withoutdepleting the Library’s reserve fundsbeyond the level the Board considers pru-dent.
Library Board president Alan Halpern,architect Mike Ruetschle and librarydirector Ann Snively will provide theupdate and answer questions about theplans.
Wright Memorial Public Library islocated at 1776 Far Hills Avenue inOakwood. Call 937-294-7171 for moreinformation.
Wright Library’s web site is atwww.WrightLibrary.org.
Wright Libraryplans July 17public meeting
KETTERING — Fran Angerer,Kettering College alumna and a physicianassistant faculty member since 2006, hasbeen selected interim director of theMaster of Physician Assistant Studies pro-gram at the school.
After earning her associate degree fromKettering in 1993, Angerer received abachelor’s in medical technology from theUniversity of Dayton and then a master’sin public health from the Johns HopkinsSchool of Public Health. She is currentlyworking toward a doctorate in educationalleadership at the University of Dayton.
The University of Dayton announcedJune 18 that it has tapped KetteringCollege’s Sue Wulff to become the found-ing director of its new physician assistantdepartment. Wulff is a graduate of theKettering College PA program and hasbeen a faculty member for the past 15years. She was named chair of Kettering’sPA department in 2002 and helped launchthe College’s first on-campus master’sdegree program.
“We are fortunate to have someonewithin the ranks who can provide stabilityto the program as well as carry on thedepartmental tradition of creative, com-mitted leadership,” said William Nelson,dean for academic affairs.
KCMA namesAngerer Interimprogram director
Supreme Court upholds health care lawRoosevelt in 1935 Obama signing health act
into law in 2010
Johnson signing Medicare and Medicaid into law
1960s1940s1930s 1970s1950s 1990s 2000s 2010s1980s
AP
Historical look at health care reform efforts
2010: Congress passes the Patient Protection and Af-fordable Care Act, designed to extend health care coverage to more than 30 million un-insured people.
2012: Supreme Court upholds the individual insur-ance requirement at the heart of Obama’s historic health care over-haul, allowing the law to proceed.
2008: Hillary Rodham Clinton makes a sweep-ing health care plan central to her bid for the Democratic presidential nomination. She loses to Barack Obama, who pro-motes his own less comprehensive plan.
1986: Congress passes a law requiring that employers let former workers stay on the company health care plan for 18 months after leaving a job, with the worker bearing the cost.
1974: President Richard Nixon puts forth but never realizes a plan to cover all Americans through private insurers.
1965: Under President Lyndon B. Johnson’s presidency, Medicare for people age 65 and older and Medicaid for the poor is signed into law.
1945: Saying medical care is a right of all Americans, President Harry Truman calls on Congress to create a national insurance program but can't get it passed.
1935: President Franklin D. Roosevelt favors creating national health insurance, but decides to push for Social Security first.
1929: A hospital in Texas originates group health insur-ance. Dallas teachers pay 50 cents a month to cover hospital care. The plan grows into Blue Cross.
By PAUL COLLINSStaff Writer
— Several Ohioans involved in thehealth care field and officials popu-lating the state’s political landscapeshared their views concerning theUnited States Supreme Court’s rul-ing on the Patient Protection andAffordable Care Act (ACA, alsoknown as Obamacare) on Thursday,June 28.
The Supreme Court upheldmuch of the law, including the con-troversial individual mandate. The
individual mandate requires allpeople to acquire and maintainhealth care or pay a penalty. Thecourt asserted that the mandateconstitutes a tax, placing it underCongress’ taxing authority. Whilestates that choose not to participatein the expansion of Medicaid canbe denied new Medicaid funding,the court stated that Congress can-not prevent noncompliant fromreceiving all of their Medicaidmoney.
On Ohio’s political scene, threeindividuals voiced their dissatisfac-tion with the court’s ruling: Lt. Gov.
Mary Taylor and congressmenSteve Austria and Mike Turner.During a Thursday, June 28, tele-phone press conference, Taylor stat-ed that she and Ohio Gov. JohnKasich are “disappointed.” The Lt.Gov. expressed Kasich’s desire tosee the law repealed. Taylor alsocontended that the election ofRepublican presidential candidateMitt Romney to the Oval Officewould serve as a corrective meas-ure.
“We clearly believe the best wayto have Ohio have the flexibility itneeds is to replace Obama with
Mitt Romney,” said Taylor.Taylor asserted that the act had
created “additional spending obli-gations” that Ohio will have toshoulder even if the state does notparticipate in the expansion ofMedicaid. According to Taylor, thestate’s share to cover individualswho are eligible for Medicaid butnot enrolled will increase expensesto $369 million in 2014 and $665million by 2018. The Lt. Gov. saidthat the increased expenses “couldcripple Ohio’s recovery and wipeout the state’s savings.”
See VIEWS, page 2
Politicians,health careofficialsshare views
By BILL DUFFIELDTimes editor
[email protected] — As the
heatwave that is envelopingthe area continues, it is evenmore important for those whomust be outside to take pre-cautions to avoid being over-come by the weather. This isespecially true for our youngergeneration, who may dehy-drate quicker than their adultcounterparts.
According to the Children’sMedical Center in Dayton,getting too hot can lead to ourbodies shutting down.
The body is cooled bysweating and radiating heatthrough the skin. But whentemperatures and humidity arehigh, or when the body isundergoing vigorous exercisein the hot weather, the coolingsystem can fail. That failurecan lead to a body’s internaltemperature becoming danger-ously high, causing heat-relat-ed illness such as heat cramps,heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
See HEAT, page 2
Watch kidsfor signsof heatillnesses
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VIEWSContinued from page 1
“We feel like the wind is in our face,” said Taylor.Taylor was joined by Ohio Medicaid Director
John McCarthy. McCarthy reiterated Taylor’s asser-tions, stating that while Medicaid expansion is nowoptional, states will still have to deal with the indi-vidual mandate. He expressed concern with themandate, contending that it would have a “wood-work effect,” pushing costs higher.
In a Thursday, June 28, press release, Austria stat-ed that he respected the Supreme Court’s ruling onthe health care reform law, but disagreed with whathe described as “the sharply divided, 5-4 decision.”
“The U.S. Supreme Court allowed the individualmandate to stand, but that doesn’t make this massivetax increase a good thing for the American people,”the press release said. “It is estimated that this healthcare law contains approximately $525 billion in newtaxes on hard-working families and small business-es.”
Austria asserted that the majority of Americanoppose the law, viewing it “as an expansion of gov-ernment in our lives.” The congressman promised tojoining with those opposed to the law and toendeavor for its repeal.
“It is the responsibility of Congress to carry outthe will of the people and I intend to work with ourleadership in repealing this job-killing healthcarereform bill and replacing it with a common sensebill that is focused on lowering the high cost ofhealthcare, making it more affordable for hard-working families and small businesses, and protect-ing individual rights,” said Austria.
Turner voiced concerns about the law that weresimilar to Austria’s sentiments in a Thursday, June28, statement to the press. He asserted that the indi-vidual mandate, now classified as a tax, “will havetremendous consequences on individuals, workingfamilies, businesses, and local governments.”According to Turner, the individual mandate is anadditional tax the American people must shoulder ata time when government should be focused on taxreduction.
“At a time when the economy is still struggling torecover, we should be focused on reducing taxes onhardworking Americans,” Turner’s statement said.“There are many things which are considered legalor constitutional, but are not good ideas. Obamacareis one of them.”
Turner stated that the “law will be devastating” tosouthwest Ohio businesses and their employees. Hepointed out that he had voted against law and, likeAustria, promised to work for its repeal.
“I will join with my colleagues in the House inrepealing portions of this law which will stifle jobcreation and place undue burdens on Ohioans,”Turner said in the Thursday, June 28, press release.“Following that we can begin an open and transpar-ent process where real reforms can be enactedwhich will make healthcare more accessible and
affordable.”In an interview with this paper, Greene County
Combined Health District Health CommissionerMark McDonnell stated that if Ohio participates inMedicaid expansion, the district would see morepotential clients.
“That would mean even more folks showing upat our doors,” McDonnell told this paper.
The problem, according to McDonnell, is thatOhio lacks an adequate number of physicians tocompletely implement ACA. The commissionerasserts that if Ohio participates in the expansion,there would not be enough physicians to deal withthe demand created by the increase in those eligiblefor Medicaid. Addressing that issue, saysMcDonnell, would be no easy task.
“There are no magic wands on this one,” saidMcDonnell. “It takes 11 years to get physiciansthrough school and into the system. There’s going tohave to be a concerted effort between the partiesinvolved to solve the problem.”
McDonnell is quick to point out that ACA is notwithout merit. He contends that the law “kickstart-ed” efforts to remove barriers to poor people seek-ing preventative medical care, such as vaccinationsand health screenings.
When asked about the Supreme Court decisionand the potential impact of the health care reformlaw, Premier Health Partners (PHP) responded witha statement from Jim Pancoast, the president andCEO of PHP. Pancoast acknowledged the needreform to the healthcare system and promised thatPHP will make preparations for the healthcareneeds that will emerge in the future.
“While there will be a variety of opinions aboutthe Supreme Court decision, there is general agree-ment that significant change is needed in thenation’s health care system,” said Pancoast. “At PHP,we continue to plan proactively so that the commu-nities we serve can have access to quality care at acost that provides the greatest value to the patientsand employers in our region. We have taken steps,over time, to be better prepared for the future.”
Roy Chew, the executive vice president of theKettering Health Network (KHN), also providedthis paper with a statement concerning the SupremeCourt’s decision and the potential impact of theACA. Chew stated that it is too soon to pass judge-ment of the ACA, but promised that KHN willadapt to the regulatory climate finally emerges as aresult of the law’s implementation.
“It is too early for a detailed analysis of theAffordable Care Act,” said Chew. “Regardless, thefuture will require the need to treat more patientswith less resources. Kettering Health Network,which includes Greene Memorial Hospital and SoinMedical Center, will continue to focus on providinghigh quality, safe and timely access to care foreveryone who comes through our doors. We willprovide excellence in care for patients both now andin the future, whatever the regulatory environment.We will monitor regulatory changes and makeadjustments as needed.”
HEATContinued from page 1
Heat cramps are brief, severe cramps in themuscles of the legs, arms, or abdomen thatmay occur during or after vigorous exercise inextreme heat. The sweating that occurs withvigorous exercise causes the body to lose saltsand fluids. And the low level of salts causesthe muscles to cramp.
Kids are particularly susceptible to heatcramps when they haven’t been drinkingenough fluids. Although painful, heat crampsaren’t serious.
Most heat cramps don’t require specialtreatment. A cool place, rest, and fluids shouldease a child’s discomfort. Massaging crampedmuscles may also help.
Heat exhaustion is a more severe heat ill-ness that can occur when someone in a hot cli-mate or environment hasn’t been drinkingenough fluids. Symptoms may include dehy-dration, fatigue, muscle weakness, clammyskin, headache, nausea, vomiting, rapidbreathing, and/or irritability.
If a child is suffering from heat exhaustion,the child should be brought indoors or into theshade. The child’s clothing should be loosenedor removed and the child should be encour-aged to eat and drink. A cool, not cold, bathwould also be a benefit.
A doctor should be consulted for furtheradvice, because if the child is cannot eat ordrink, intravenous fluids may be necessary.
If left untreated, heat exhaustion may esca-late into heatstroke, which can be fatal.
Heatstroke is the most severe form of heat
illness. It is a life-threatening medical emer-gency in which the body loses its ability toregulate its own temperature. Body tempera-ture can soar to 106º F or even higher, leadingto brain damage or even death if it isn’t quick-ly treated. Prompt medical treatment isrequired to bring the body temperature undercontrol.
Factors that increase the risk for heatstrokeinclude overdressing and extreme physicalexertion in hot weather with inadequate fluidintake.
Heatstroke also can happen when a child isleft in, or becomes accidentally trapped in, acar on a hot day. When the outside tempera-ture is 93 degrees F, the temperature inside acar can reach 125 degrees F in just 20 min-utes, quickly raising body temperature to dan-gerous levels.
You should call for emergency medical helpif a child has been outside in the sun exercis-ing for a long time and shows any symptoms,such as flushed, hot or dry skin with no sweat-ing; a temperature of 105 degrees F or higher;a severe, throbbing headache; weakness, dizzi-ness or confusion; sluggishness or fatigue;seizures; decreased responsiveness; or loss ofconsciousness. While waiting for that emer-gency help, keep the child indoors or in theshade. Douse the child with cool water but doNOT give fluids.
There is help to keep your kids safe in theheat. Give the kids the knowledge to protectthemselves.
Kids should learn to drink plenty of fluidsbefore, during and after activities, even ifthey’re not thirsty and they should comeindoors immediately if they feel overheated.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY — EightDayton teens and two adults left last Wednesdayon a mission trip to a village in Russia as part ofa group of 22 teenagers and chaperones who areparticipating in MVERN’s (Miami ValleyEpiscopal Russian Network) sixth youth trip toRussia from June 27 to July 11.
After exploring Russian history and culturein St. Petersburg and Novgorod, both formerRussian capitals, the youth will spend 10 days inthe village of Sablino, the site of St. NicholasRussian Orthodox Church, MVERN’s compan-ion parish.
At the newly renovated Sablino Youth Centerthe American teens will help lead a large sum-
mer day camp for local students, building rela-tionships through music, art, drama, sports andmore. They also will join their Russian peers inclearing debris left from a fire that destroyed anearby home.
MVERN is a unique ecumenical project of 13Miami Valley churches (11 Episcopal and 2Orthodox) and a pioneering Russian OrthodoxChurch located in Sablino, Russia, a village 30miles south of St. Petersburg. During the last 14years more than 100 southern Ohio youth havetraveled to Russia with MVERN on youthexchanges. In addition, approximately 25Russian youth also have come to the US in alter-nating years.
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Girls’ StateAmerican Legion Auxiliary Unit 598 Delegates, from left to right, Jackie White ofOakwood, Katia Molinaro of Oakwood, Rebecca Deal of Oakwood, Claire Saizman ofCenterville, and Caroline Grogan of Kettering.
Teen group to take amission trip to Russia
Contributed photoMembers of MVERN prepare to take off for Russia.
Teddy Bear Picnic – This magical class held atSmithGardens.Childrenages3-5shouldbring theirfavoriteTeddyBearandbereadyforcrafts,gamesandasnack.July9,12:30-2p.m.Registerat theOakwoodCommunity Center today.
FamilyMovieNightatOldRiver–TheOCCandWrightLibraryarepleasetopresentanoutdoormovienight.Markyourcalendars’Friday,August17,8p.m.at Old River Sports Complex we will be viewing“Hugo”. Grab your blanket and chairs for this en-chanting night under the stars.
OCCBasketballCamp -ThiscampwillmeetatOrchardlyPark’soutdoorcourt.Thiscampisdesignedto help you learn the sport of basketball while hav-ing fun. Limited spaces are available so stop by theOakwoodCommunityCenter,105PattersonRd.,andsign up now.
CampShafor -Artcanbefoundeverywhere.Thisweek,July9-13,youwillexploredifferentwayofmak-ing art out of everyday items. On Friday we will thata trip theDaytonArtInstitute.CampShafor isforboys
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Enriching Kidz Better Baby Sitters (enteringgrades5th-8th) -Thiscoursewasdesignedbynurs-es, teachersandparents.Thegoaloftheclassis toteachstudents the advanced expertise to become a BetterBabySitter.Notonlyare theseclasses interactiveandfun, italsogives thestudentsanopportunity toexpandtheir empowerment, decision making, interviewingandmarketingskills.Register todayat theOCC,105PattersonRd.orcall298-0775formore information.
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