http://xeniagazette.com en-us Sat, 18 May 2013 12:16:45 GMT Daily feed of articles http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180318 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180318.jpg XENIA — A Xenia resident battling pancreatic cancer will have 270 purple-clad family members, friends, and strangers run for him on Sunday. After Gary Welborn was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in August of 2012, his 25-year-old granddaughter, Desiree Vance, lost no time in acting. She organized a 5K to honor her grandfather and promote pancreatic cancer awareness, which is now known as the Purple Passion 5K. The idea came easily for Vance, who is a runner along with her father, the co-owner of Speedy Feet — a company that times 5Ks and other events. When Vance talks about her grandfather, she notes the closeness her grandparents have always had with their grandchildren, family memories centered at their house, and her grandfather’s dreams, like becoming a park ranger. She remembers camping trips, riding in his lap while he mowed the yard, and water gun fights — “even in the house.” “I always knew when I was going to grandpa and grandma’s house that he and I would probably get ourselves in trouble,” Vance said. Xenia Sat, 18 May 2013 02:32:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180301 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180301.jpg XENIA — Rejuvenation of downtown Xenia continues through the restoration work done at an iconic business. Montgomery Insurance and Investments, 114 S. Detroit St., has recently completed a renovation, partially funded through the Xenia Downtown Façade Loan Program. “The Montgomery building improvement, while a beautifully done project, does not get the attention some of the other downtown properties have garnered, mostly because the Montgomery family has always done a great job of maintaining the looks of it over the years,” said Mary Crockett, Xenia’s Community and Downtown Development. “The work done on the building is significant and will continue the life of this iconic building for years more into the future.” Xenia Fri, 17 May 2013 12:35:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180300 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180300.jpg XENIA — As the buildings at a former Xenia orphanage come down, efforts are underway to preserve the memories of what was a special place for more than 13,000 children. “There’s an extreme amount of history here,” said Wendy Niederlander, who was the second generation of her family raised at the home. “The public isn’t aware of it.” The Association of Ex-Pupils, or AXP, runs the home’s museum and has access to Collier Chapel, both of which are seeing the effects of time and Ohio’s often-extreme weather. The organization has a lease through 2020 with Legacy Ministries, the current landlord. That lease agreement, which at that time was between AXP and the state of Ohio, was acquired when Legacy Ministry purchased the property. Collier Chapel, which can be used by ex-pupils and their families for weddings and funerals, is also leased to AXP through 2020, according to Karen Duke, site manager for Athletes in Action. Xenia Fri, 17 May 2013 00:33:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180287 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180287.jpg XENIA — For the last 22 years, the needy, the elderly and the just plain lonely could gather at The Caring Place for a free meal. Housed at First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 287 W. Main St., The Caring Place feeds about approximately 100 people each Thursday night from 6-7 p.m. Those who attend “always leave with a smile on their face,” said former Mayor John Saraga. “We don’t judge. We just try our best to provide a good meal. That’s what this is about.” Xenia Thu, 16 May 2013 15:32:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180275 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180275.jpg XENIA — Woodland Cemetery on Dayton Avenue will host a Civil War-themed walking tour 1 p.m. Saturday, May 18. Leading the tour will be Catherine Wilson, executive director of the Greene County Ohio Historical Society. Some of the more interesting Civil War veterans buried at Woodland include David T. Davidson. Xenia Wed, 15 May 2013 16:52:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180270 XENIA —The Greene County Career Center and Kettering Health Network are teaming up to create support staff professionals. “When you think of hospitals, you think of physicians and nurses, however, it takes a team of support staff professionals to bring a hospital to maximum performance,” said Greene CountyGreene County Career Center Superintendent Dan Schroer. “Greene County Career Center and Kettering Health Network want to be part of that winning team.” Xenia Wed, 15 May 2013 13:04:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180273 XENIA — City firefighters will be getting some new protective clothing, following action taken at the May 9 city council meeting. Council approved $25,810 to purchase 10 sets of turnout gear, which includes a coat and a pair of pants, through the Ohio Cooperative Purchasing Program. Xenia Wed, 15 May 2013 09:50:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180274 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180274.jpg XENIA — Harworth Tire & Automotive is Xenia’s newest tire and automotive center. The family-owned business is one that staff pride themselves the same service and professionalism provided by the Harworth family for generations. Jim Harworth, who opened his new business at 1717 W. Second St. in April, has been in the tire business since 1974. When he was only 15 years old, while still in school, Jim started working with his father — the late Jack Harworth. Jack Harworth founded Detroit Tire in 1947. A grand opening is planned in June for Jim’s “new” store Harworth Tire & Automotive. Services offered include name brand tires for passenger cars, light trucks, riding mowers and bobcats; batteries, front end parts, brakes, oil changes and lubes. Xenia Wed, 15 May 2013 01:51:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180269 XENIA — Fathers are invited to bring their young children ages 0 – 5 to the annual “Daddy and Me at the Carnival” event from 5:30 – 8 p.m. Friday, May 17. Sponsored by the Better Childhood Early Childhood Collaborative Committee, a subcommittee of the Greene County Family and Children First Council, the carnival will again be held at the Four Oaks Building at 623 Dayton Xenia Road, Xenia. Xenia Wed, 15 May 2013 01:03:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180262 Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced Tuesday that the number of planned furlough days for the Defense Department’s nearly 800,000 workers will be reduced from 14 to 11 beginning July 8. Xenia Tue, 14 May 2013 19:26:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180251 XENIA — The Greene County Combined Health District will offer free — rapid and confidential Hepatitis C Antibody testing on Monday, May 20, at the Yellow Springs Senior Center in honor of the Second National Hepatitis Testing Day. The walk-in testing will be held from 1-3 p.m. Xenia Tue, 14 May 2013 13:43:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180252 XENIA — The sole purpose of REACH Ministries is to reach those who need help in the local community and abroad and to motivate local churches to be the hands and feet of Jesus. REACH Ministries was the brain child of Jared and Natalie Jones in 2011. They met with Pastors Mark and Anna Brooks to discuss and pray over the possible ministry. A short time later Reaching Everywhere As Christ’s Hands was launched at AHOP Church. Xenia Tue, 14 May 2013 01:44:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180253 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180253.jpg GREENE COUNTY — Flags throughout Greene County will be flown at half-staff Wednesday in honor of those law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their community, officers who have been disabled in the line of duty, and the survivors of these fallen heroes. Greene County Board of Commissioners recently passed two resolutions designating May 12-19 as National Peace Officers Week and May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day. Congress and the President of the United States also passed resolutions ordering flags be flown at half-staff the entire day May 15 at state-owned property and encouraged flags to be displayed at half-staff in homes and businesses. Xenia Tue, 14 May 2013 01:44:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180199 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180199.jpg XENIA — The Greene County Combined Health District partnered with Central Middle School to vaccinate sixth graders in preparation for seventh grade. In 2010, the Ohio Department of Health issued new immunization requirements for seventh graders that started that year. For seventh grade entry, students need one dose of Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) or Td (tetanus, diphtheria) administered prior to entry. Xenia Sun, 12 May 2013 16:35:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180197 GREENE COUNTY — Join Greene County Parks & Trails and the Dayton Power Squadron for a two-part hands-on class to learn the basics of canoeing, boating regulations, paddling, proper personal floatation devices and more. Classes will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, at Spring Lakes Park, 2191 Ferry Road, with a canoe float scheduled for 9 a.m. Saturday, June 1, at the Narrows Reserve, 2575 Indian Ripple Road. Xenia Sun, 12 May 2013 12:33:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180200 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180200.jpg XENIA — Diabetes often goes undiagnosed because many of its symptoms seem so harmless. Studies indicate that early detection of diabetes symptoms and early treatment can decrease the chance of developing complications. Education is the key to diabetes self-management and Greene Memorial Hospital has a program that gets special re-certification. Xenia Sat, 11 May 2013 13:01:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180201 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180201.jpg COLUMBUS — A local man, known for his service as a Tuskegee airman in World War II had the opportunity to meet President Barack Obama last Sunday. Charles Feaster, who served from 1940-1945 as a Tuskegee Airman, met president Obama on Sunday, May 5, at Rickenbacker Air Base in Columbus, following Obama’s speech at the Ohio State University graduation. “It was quite exciting,” said Feaster, who received the Congressional Medal of Honor from President George H.W. Bush in 2007. “We had a few words. It was something that you don’t forget.” President Obama thanked Feaster for his service and presented him with a presidential coin. Xenia Sat, 11 May 2013 01:03:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180155 XENIA — The Greene County Commissioners approved a resolution Thursday stating that they will not provide funding for any additional type of dispatch service in the county. The commissioners “will continue the agreement entered into with the city of Xenia in 1989 for the provision of dispatch services and the present operational structure, provided service levels and the cost of the service remain at acceptable levels,” the resolution states. Xenia Fri, 10 May 2013 16:12:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180153 XENIA — Duane Perry, a 1988 graduate of Xenia High School, received the Hospital Administrator of the Year Award recently from Lifeline of Ohio for his role in promoting organ, eye, and tissue donation. Perry, RN, is Director of Emergency Services at Grant Medical Center, a Level I Trauma Center in Westerville. Xenia Fri, 10 May 2013 02:10:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180152 XENIA — A vote to study options to develop the old Simon Kenton School, defeated at the April 25 council meeting, was put back on the table Thursday night and passed.   Council member Joshua Long made a motion to rescind his previous motion, made at that April 25 meeting, to vote on the contract as written and asked that a vote be taken once more on the contract.   This time, the motion included the stipulation that the city have the option to end the contract if, after receiving renderings of proposed renovations and cost estimates, council does not want to continue with the project.   Council members Dale Louderback and John G. Caupp objected to rescinding the April 25 vote.   “(Because) somebody didn’t get their way, we’re going to get a do-over?” Louderback asked. “We made a decision two weeks ago.”   “Nothing has changed in the last two weeks,” said Caupp. “If something changed in the scope of the project in the last two week, I’d understand, but nothing changed. Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. I don’t like the idea of changing the vote.”   “Rescinding a motion happens all the time,” said Long. “This is not the first time this has happened.”   Long said he learned from city staff that he could rescind his previous motion and reintroduce the previous motion with the new stipulations.   Jeanne Mills seconded Long’s motion, saying “We have a building we have to secure. It’s time for us to move forward.” Xenia Fri, 10 May 2013 01:40:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180101 XENIA — The Greene County Women’s Hall of Fame is currently seeking nominations. Members of the community are encouraged to submit nominations for outstanding women who deserve recognition in their home county. Nominations are being accepted now through June 30. This year’s Recognition Day luncheon will be held Saturday, Sept. 28 at Walnut Grove Country Club. Xenia Thu, 09 May 2013 16:59:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180100 XENIA — The Greene County Combined Health District has re-opened its dental clinic. The district has a new dentist, Dr. Andrew Mesaros, and the dental clinic will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, by appointment. Lack of access to dental care remains the number one unmet health need in the nation. Xenia Thu, 09 May 2013 13:59:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180103 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180103.jpg XENIA — With her last day at the Greene County Combined Health District quickly approaching, Sara Pappa recalls her time as Director of Health Education/Development. “My job is very different now than when I was first hired 12 and a half years ago,” said Pappa, who will re-locate to the Washington, D.C.-area with her family following her last day, May 24. Xenia Thu, 09 May 2013 10:00:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180104 http://xeniagazette.com/SiteImages/Article/Tnail/180104.jpg XENIA — The Xenia Downtown Revitalization Committee officially began in January 2012 as a component of Greene Giving Community Foundation. “Now, 15 months later the group has developed a new name, new branding, and a new website,” said Blair Davis, co-chairperson of the group’s marketing subcommittee. While still a part of the Greene County Community Foundation, the marketing volunteers wanted a more meaningful, less bureaucratic name – the enthusiasm and excitement so many are beginning to feel as they watch downtown evolve and grow stronger just didn’t come across as XDRC. So the Marketing Committee worked with a nearby ad firm — Justin Galvin of Clay and Stan — gave a reduced nonprofit price, and worked with the committee to give us an edgier, funner image to propel us out into the community more effectively. “We wanted to bring action and betterment to downtown NOW – and we are Everyday People with Wild Ambition,” said Davis. The firm worked with DXN’s marketing volunteer and Xenia resident, Ronda Houston, who built a new website utilizing the new brand and identify. DXN is using the logo on promotional items including coffee mugs, T-shirts, shopping bags, etc. Xenia Thu, 09 May 2013 02:01:00 GMT http://xeniagazette.com/Main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=4&ArticleID=180102 XENIA — Twice a year the City of Xenia flushes fire hydrants in order to test the hydrants and clean the water mains. Hydrant flushing is typically done in May and October to avoid any inclement weather conditions. Xenia Thu, 09 May 2013 02:00:00 GMT