Titus graduates basic training
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air Force Airman Seth M. Titus graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.Titus is the son of Susan and Keith Titus of Xenia and a 2013 graduate of Xenia High School.
Author to introduce novel at Books & Co.
BEAVERCREEK — Brandon Sanderson will introduce “Words of Radiance” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 19 at Books & Co. at the Greene, 4453 Walnut St.Line numbers will be given out beginning at 6 p.m. Please show your books&co receipt for “Words of Radiance” to get a line number.
Beavercreek hosts day camp
BEAVERCREEK — City of Beavercreek will host Summer Day Camp 9:30 am. to 3:30 p.m. with structured activities. Free extended hours available from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.There is a field trip each Wednesday. Campers will play a variety of activities, create crafts, play sports and meet new friends. Camp is for ages 6-12; campers will be divided up depending on age and activity. Residents: $110 per week. Non-Residents $125 per week.June 16: SkymaSterS ...
Rosanna on the Rails - Part II
Rosanna and two of her brothers are aboard the Amtrak Southwest Chief on a rare winter break from the farm.12:45 p.m. - MST La Junta, CO The conductor had an announcement: “We will be stopping for a little bit here. Smokers (cough,cough,hack!) will be allowed off for a smoke break.”We burst into giggles over the funny timing of the conductor’s cough. We decided to get off for a bit of fresh mountain air and exercise. We held our breath as we ducke...
Smith graduates basic training
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air Force Reserve Airman Caleb J. Smith graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force....
Garden plots available at Karohl Park
BEAVERCREEK — Local gardeners can reserve their garden plot today to grow healthy, safe, organic produce for their families by contacting Greene County Parks & Trails for a 20-by-20-foot plot at Karohl Park, 2940 Hohl Drive.The garden plots can be reserved as a single plot or in multiple units; All plots are plowed and staked off into sections.
Plain Kansas California: Train to Tuolumne Part I
For months, I and my two brothers, Steven and Ivin, have been excitedly planning a winter trip while the farm work is slow. We planned to travel by train with a group of young people toCalifornia to participate in a church meeting there at the Tuolumne District as well as visit friends. It won’t be a fast trip: we’ll be gone a total of 10 days. Finally, the day has arrived, and you are invited to travel with me through my trip diary…
Parks offers ‘Traffic Skills 101’
XENIA —- Get ready to hit the trails - safely - this spring by attending the Greene County Parks & Trails Trail Sentinel “Traffic Skills 101,” a new two-part program that will cover bicycle basics, emergency maneuvers, derailleur adjustments, role of cyclists in traffic and much more.The two-part program will be held 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, March 21 and 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 22, at Xenia Station, 150 Miami Ave. The program will repeat on Friday, Ap...
From slave to church founder
February is traditionally Black History Month. Today I would like to share the story of a man who was born into slavery, bought his way into freedom, settled in Greene County, began his own church and became a well-known minister.Perhaps you have heard about Godfrey Brown, founder of the Middle Run Baptist Church. Here is his story.
Around the Home and Farm
The Greene Soil and Water Office (GSWCD) will be taking orders for tree packets for April delivery through March 3.There are several tree packets to choose from including wildlife, songbird, conifer, shrub, deciduous and transplants. Packets range in price from $14-$30 depending on type of trees ordered.Contact GSWCD Office for details at 937-372-4478 or log on to their website at www.co.greene.oh.us/soils.Ag has two sides
Parks and trails host tour to Krohn Conservatory
XENIA — Enjoy a private tour of the Krohn Conservatory in Cincinnati with Greene County Parks & Trails from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 15.The tour will include the orchid show and other floral displays. Participants may visit during lunch at a local organic eatery; a morning snack will be provided.“This a wonderful opportunity for participants to enjoy these gorgeous plants in a small group setting,” said Greene County Parks & Trails Chief Natural...
County to host Tackle Trade Day
XENIA — Greene County Parks and Trails ongoing Sportsman’s Seminar Series continues 7 p.m. March 4 with the program’s first Tackle Trade Day.Participants may bring lightly used outdoor items, including boating equipment, fishing tackle, hunting gear and camping supplies, and trade for other items. No firearms or ammunition is permitted. The event is in the Greene County Media Room, 541 Ledbetter Road.The seminar series features local outdoor professiona...
Homemade pizza dough
We are still having temperatures below zero on some mornings. We also received a few more inches of snow. The local paper said we have had 41.5 inches of snow this year and the average temperature has been zero. We are getting an idea of what life feels like in Alaska!There have been very few days that the temperature was warm enough for the children to go outside to enjoy the snow. On days that were warm enough they enjoyed sledding, building igloos, etc. The boys had Stormy the p...
Who misses J.R.? Everyone
PARKER, Texas (AP) — J.R. Ewing is gone, but his presence still looms large on “Dallas” — along with the influence of the actor who made the conniving oilman one of television’s most beloved characters.The third season of the reboot of the classic series, which premieres Monday on TNT, marks the first full season without Larry Hagman, who died of complications from cancer in November 2012 at age 81. But cast members say the memory and schemes of his ch...
Making a difference with Seth Meyers
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — The difference between Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers in the days before their first talk shows began is evident in what they spent the most time on, said the man who guided both programs to birth. With Fallon, who took over “Late Night” in 2009, it was the performance. Meyers worries about the writing.Producer Mike Shoemaker’s observation is worth remembering as NBC’s new late-night lineup settles in.
First lady pays visit to new ‘Tonight Show’ host
WASHINGTON (AP) — Michelle Obama stopped by Jimmy Fallon’s revamped “Tonight Show” to chat about family life in the White House and promote two of her causes, healthy eating and fighting fat.The first lady also put in a plug for her husband’s health care law.Mrs. Obama appeared in a silly skit with Fallon and comedian Will Ferrell. Then, in a sit-down interview Thursday, told Fallon, who’s wrapping up his first week as host of the long...
Wig designer says Nicki Minaj took his designs
ATLANTA (AP) — A former wig designer for rapper Nicki Minaj sued the performer Friday, accusing her of walking away from business plans, then making money by selling wigs based on his designs without permission.The lawsuit filed by Terrence Davidson accuses Onika Maraj, who uses the stage name “Nicki Minaj,” and Pink Personality LLC of breaking implied contracts, reneging on discussions to launch a reality TV show and a wig line, and misappropriating his wig desig...
Two sessions of preschool nature play for six weeks
XENIA — Join a Greene County Parks & Trails naturalist for Preschool Nature Play every Monday from March 10 to April 14 and April 21 to June 2 for a play date with nature.Sessions will be from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Narrows Nature Reserve, 2575 Indian Ripple Road. Participants will explore nature while learning social skills, writing, numbers and more. All curriculum is based on preschool state requirements. Hikes, songs, exploration and crafts will be included....
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