LOVELAND MAGAZINE

News and Events from the Loveland, Ohio Area

Without fear or favor
Since 2004

Author: David Miller

  • Don Tassone: Thank you for letting your readers know about my new book

    Don Tassone: Thank you for letting your readers know about my new book

    Dear Editor:

    Thank you for letting your readers know about my new book, Collected Stories, which will be published on March 21.

    I’ve dedicated this book to my beautiful granddaughter Alice, who has Down syndrome.  All proceeds will go to the National Down Syndrome Society, the leading human rights organization for those who, like Alice, have been given an extra chromosome.

    I hope people enjoy the 50 diverse stories in this special collection, which will be available on Amazon.

    Don Tassone

    Loveland

  • [VIDEO] Brandon Asbury takes oath as new Loveland Police Officer

    [VIDEO] Brandon Asbury takes oath as new Loveland Police Officer

    Loveland, Ohio – Police Officer Brandon Asbury was sworn into office at the March 8 Loveland City Council meeting.

    Asbury began his career in 2012 at the Adams County Sherriff’s Office as a dispatcher and corrections officer. He graduated from the police academy in 2013 and was promoted to the road patrol division. He then became involved in criminal patrol interdiction, the narcotics unit, and field training. Asbury also managed a traffic safety grant through the Ohio Traffic Safety Office. 

    In June 2018, Asbury moved to the Brown County Sherriff’s Office, where he was promoted to the Brown County Drug and Major Crimes Task Force as an undercover agent. During his time with the Task Force, he worked mid-to high-level drug trafficking operations on the state and federal level and investigated overdose deaths.

  • [VIDEO] Planning and Zoning Member pleads case for construction of parking garage

    [VIDEO] Planning and Zoning Member pleads case for construction of parking garage

    EDITOR’S NOTE: This story has been edited to reflect that Al Kressler is a Member of P&Z, not the Chairman.

    Loveland, Ohio – Al Kressler, a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission appeared at the Loveland Council meeting Tuesday evening and during the Open Forum gave reasons why he would embrace and support a proposed parking garage in Historic Downtown. Kressler said he was expressing his personal opinion and not speaking on behalf of the Commission.

  • Bus Drivers Shown Love by LECC Staff

    Bus Drivers Shown Love by LECC Staff

    Loveland, Ohio – Loveland school bus drivers got a nice surprise when they pulled into Loveland Early Childhood Center (LECC) Thursday morning. Staff members were outside with signs and breakfast treats to say thank you.

    “Many of our drivers wrap up their morning routes with our youngest students, and the LECC staff took it upon themselves to give back to our drivers. Thank you to everyone who donated items, packed bags, and even cooked breakfast sandwiches for each of our drivers. This is a great example of our Loveland Tiger team members taking care of each other,” said Superintendent Mike Broadwater in the District newsletter on Friday.

  • Loveland Schools Covid-19 Dashboard no longer “required”

    Loveland Schools Covid-19 Dashboard no longer “required”

    Loveland, Ohio – At the beginning of each week, the Loveland City School District has been releasing its latest Covid 19 Dashboard.

    The Loveland City School District has made a decision to no longer publish a COVID-19 Dashboard unless the school itself conducts the testing and the results are positive

    The District is citing that The Ohio Department of Health updated the state COVID guidance for school districts on March 10 and that the District is no longer “required to report positive COVID cases to the local health department unless the school itself conducts the testing and the results are positive.”

    “K-12 schools will no longer be required to report positive COVID-19 cases to their local health departments, unless the school tests a student for COVID-19 and the result is positive. In addition, the COVID-19 School Reporting dashboard will be archived.” – Ohio Department of Health

    The Ohio Department of Health updated the state COVID guidance for school districts on March 10. There are several changes, which you can read about by following this link. The Ohio Department of Health has also shifted to weekly COVID-19 data reporting.

    Staying up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations, including getting a booster dose when eligible, is the best form of protection against COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccinations are widely available throughout the state at no cost to Ohioans. Many providers offer walk-in appointments, or appointments can be scheduled using gettheshot.coronavirus.ohio.gov. Ohioans who want to learn more about the safety, efficacy, and side effects of COVID-19 vaccines should talk to their doctor, nurse, or pharmacist, or visit coronavirus.ohio.gov/vaccine.

    Below is the message left on the District website where the COVID-19 Dashboard had previously been published.

     
     
     
     

    Note the correction to the 10/3/ report and that community cases increased from 51 to 62.

     
     
     
  • Who’s ready for a March Madness contest?

    Who’s ready for a March Madness contest?

    Promoted Post

    Loveland, Ohio – Apex Sportswear & Promotional Specialties has some fun contests in store for March Madness! If you would like to have the chance to win some UNBELIEVABLE prizes answer the 6 questions on their FaceBook Page!

    Contest Rules:

    There are 6 rounds with 6 different questions. Post your answers in the comments before the posted deadline date. Winners with correct answers will be selected at random for prizes.

    Question 1:

    What 8 teams will be selected to play in the “First Four” Play In games in Dayton?

    Answers need to be posted by 5 PM on Sunday the 13th. Good Luck!

    Good luck!

  • 4-Star Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Reviews

    4-Star Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Reviews

    Promoted Post

    TUFFY FIELDS-ERTEL CINCINNATI

    9401 Fields-Ertel
    Cincinnati, OH 45249

    CLICK FOR DIRECTIONS 513.434.8537

    Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

    Saturday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    Sunday Closed

    “I’m extremely satisfied with the service I’ve received from the Fields-Ertel Tuffy Auto Service center. As a single woman with very little car knowledge, it was very important to find a knowledge and trustworthy group to service my older vehicle. I found exactly that with the guys at Tuffy. They treat me with respect and they take time to explain the repairs my vehicle needs.”

    Kimberly G

    Nov 20, 2013 – Mason, OH

    “I have been going to the Tuffy on Fields Ertel Road in Cincinnati, Ohio for more than 20 years and have always received great service at a reasonable price. The Manager, Mark, and his Technicians are always great to work with and explain the service to me. I also met the Owner, Bob, which that rarely happens in business. Keep Up The Good Work Tuffy Fields Ertl and I recommend them to anyone needing car service.”

    Lori W.

    Jul 30, 2019 – Lebanon, OH

    “Great service and always friendly”

    Linda M

    Jun 26, 2019 – Loveland, OH

    “I just want thank Tuffy for having a amazing team at the 9401 fields ertel store Jeff and Barry really save my day. they when beyond their job to help me out, from now on I will be a Tuffy costumer. if u are a female looking for a shop u can trust this is the place they won’t ripped you off like other places (firestone). thank you Jeff and Barry you guys are the best.”

    Nury Avila

    Nov 23, 2016 – mason, OH

    “We went to Tuffy’s on Fields-Ertel, in Cincinnati, for 12 years to have both of our cars serviced, from oil changes to major repairs. We always felt like Bob, the owner, and Jeff, the manager, did everything they could to help us as well as to save us money. They were always cheerful, friendly and above all, honest. We trusted them and knew they would give us the best price they could, even when they had to go out of their way to do so. We would highly recommend them to anyone if you want to have peace of mind that you are getting an honest estimate and that your car is in good hands to have a job well done. We came to think of them as family and our one regret is that we moved and no longer have them to service our cars. ”

    Nan F

    Apr 10, 2016 – Nolensville, TN

    “I have been going to the Tuffy on Fields -Ertel Rd for fifteen years for all my automotive needs, including Toyota’s, Honda’s, and BMW’s. Very friendly and honest staff.”

    Richard M

    Dec 23, 2014 – Maineville, OH

    “The men at Tuffy (Fields Ertel) are HONEST and do excellent work!”

    Eric K

    Dec 16, 2014 – Mason, OH

    “I have never met an owner & shop manager that showed so much concern for a customer. I will come back to this shop as long as Jeff is the manager & with Bob as owner. They go above & beyond in delivering the best service there is. ”

    Jankoba

    Feb 08, 2014 – Symmes Township, OH

    “I went there with a leak under my truck. I expected a very high bill but Jeff told me that let him look to make sure of the problem. So i did and went the next day. He told me it was not as bad . I’m glad I went to his shop because I know it would have cost me a lot more to get my truck fixed. I would recommend this repair shop to all my friends and family.”

    David P

    Jan 03, 2014 – Loveland, OH

  • Looking to start a new career? The Great Oaks full-time adult education application for fall 2022 is open now!

    Looking to start a new career? The Great Oaks full-time adult education application for fall 2022 is open now!

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  • Meet our newest advertiser: Rick Ogden Heating & Air Conditioning

    Meet our newest advertiser: Rick Ogden Heating & Air Conditioning

    Beat the heat 24/7, call Rick today!

    Rick’s been there for his customers for 40-years!

    Rick Ogden Heating & Air Conditioning has been providing Loveland and the Tri-State area with quality heating and cooling solutions since 1982. During this time, they have built a well-deserved reputation for honesty, professionalism, and friendly service. Whether you need emergency air conditioning service, heat pump installation, or just want to improve your indoor air quality, their trained technicians have the experience and expertise to take care of all your HVAC needs.

    Poorly maintained heating and cooling systems are costly and can leave your home uncomfortable throughout the year. It’s important to find an HVAC contractor that is reliable and friendly, and with Rick Ogden Heating & Air Conditioning, you can rest easy knowing your home is in good hands.

    The expert team has experience servicing a wide variety of systems, including:

    • Gas Furnaces
    • Electric Furnaces
    • Oil Furnaces
    • Boilers
    • Air Conditioning
    • Humidifiers
    • Heat Pumps
    • Hot Water Heaters

    Aside from impeccable service and thorough knowledge, Rick Ogden Heating & Air Conditioning carries only the very best in HVAC products. They offer items from Comfortmaker, Aprilaire, and Honeywell, all top brands in the industry. They will always treat you like you’re part of the family, only recommending the best for your heating and cooling system installations and repair.

    Finding a reliable HVAC contractor is vital to the maintenance and quality of your heating and cooling systems. If you’re located in Hamilton or Clermont county or the southern areas of Butler and Warren counties, your search is over. When you trust the professionals at Rick Ogden Heating & Air Conditioning, you will receive 24-hour emergency services, high-quality products, on-going maintenance, and unbeatable HVAC installation and repair.

    Give them a call at (513) 683-3714 today for a free estimate. You can also visit them online to view a comprehensive list of their heating and cooling services.

  • Council approves purchase of Mobil station in Historic Downtown

    Council approves purchase of Mobil station in Historic Downtown

    by David Miller

    Loveland, Ohio – Last night by a unanimous “emergency” vote, City Council voted to allow City Manager Dave Kennedy to proceed with the purchase of the Mobil gas station at the corner of West Loveland and State Route 48 in Historic Downtown Loveland.

    The ordinance authorizes the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement for the property located at 106 West Loveland Avenue for the construction of a turn lane and other traffic improvements.

    You can read the background and details of the purchase here:

    City Council set for emergency vote on purchase of Mobil Gas Station in Historic Downtown

    In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV segment, you can watch Kennedy explain why the Ordinance was declared an “emergency”, some of the financing of the project, how tax increment financing will be used, the turn lane, and a pocket park he intends to construct on the site.