Loveland, Ohio – These are some photos of the full moon resident Claudia Bow took in May and October. She told Loveland Magazine, “Astronomy is something I became interested in during this past year. I have developed a great love of space and the universe, and have become fascinated with observing.”
This has become a hobby that means a lot to Claudia. She said, “I find comfort in the wonder of the cosmos.”
These photos were taken using a Polaris reflector telescope, a non-digital manual telescope that uses mirrors and lenses only, and an iPhone 12 held up against the optical lens. Claudia said that she edited the color and clarity using the iPhone to get the effects you see here.
“I hope to continue observing and taking more photos of space and all of its wonders,” Claudia said.
She is a graduate of Loveland High School and is a senior at Northern Kentucky University, studying music education. She plays five musical instruments.
Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland City School District Board of Education has decided to temporarily pause the search for a new Treasurer. The District has said in their weekly newsletter that the timing of the search has “proved challenging” for the board and their community advisory group. Also that, “It has also proven difficult for many experienced candidates to apply.”
Robert Giuffre’ will continue as the interim Treasurer of Loveland City Schools.
Robert Giuffré was named the Interim Treasurer in August. Prior to this appointment, he spent 30 years in school finance as an auditor, treasurer, and consultant serving as treasurer for five districts. He previously served the Loveland District from November 1992 through February 1999.
Loveland, Ohio – Beginning on Sunday, October 24, even if the area code is the same area code as your own, you must dial ten digits (area code + telephone number) for all local calls. On and after this date, local calls dialed with only seven digits may not connect, and a recording will inform you that your call cannot be completed as dialed. You must hang up and dial again using the area code and the seven-digit number.
This change was implimented by the Federal Communications Commission to better serve the National Suicide Hot Line which is currently 1-800-273-8255 (1-800-273-TALK). The Commission is in the process of changing the hot line to a three digit nimber, 988.
Ten-digit dialing for local calls has been enabled in these area codes since April 24, 2021, and you can begin dialing ten digits anytime, and seven-digit local calls will still be completed prior to October 24, 2021.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
During the transition to “988”, Americans who need help should continue to contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling 1-800-273-8255 (1-800-273-TALK) and through online chats. Veterans and Service members may reach the Veterans Crisis Line by pressing “1” after dialing, chatting online at www.veteranscrisisline.net, or texting 838255.
What Changes Will Businesses Need to Make?
If your company uses a PBX or VoIP phone system, you may need to update or reprogram it for ten-digit dialing. Because ten-digit dialing became available in April 2021 in the areas where seven-digit dialing will be phased out in October 2021, reprogramming of PBX or VoIP systems can begin at any time. You should plan to complete any needed reprogramming and test your system before October 24, 2021.
Why Is Ten-Digit Dialing Necessary?
There are more phones in America than there are people, and each phone needs its own phone number. Beginning in the early 1990s, to accommodate the growing need for more phone numbers, some areas began to add a second area code for local calls. Dialing both the area code and the seven-digit number was necessary to ensure the call reached the intended recipient. As more area codes begin to run out of new seven-digit numbers to assign, a second local area code may be added, requiring that area to transition to ten-digit dialing.
In 2020, the FCC established “988” as the new, nationwide three-digit phone number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The new three-digit dialing code will be available nationwide by July 16, 2022 and will provide an easy to remember and easy to dial three-digit number to reach suicide prevention and mental health counselors, similar to “911” for emergencies and “311” for local government services. To help facilitate the creation of “988”, area codes that use “988” as a local exchange, or the first three digits of a seven-digit phone number, will need to use 10-digit dialing.
Loveland, Ohio – This is your chance to hear and see the local politicians who want to be part of the team leading the Loveland City School District for the next 1,440 days. Four-long years, so this is important!
On October 21 LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV, Loveland Magazine, and the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance, hosted the contenders for seats on the Loveland school board at the Middle School. It was a standing room crowd in the half of the cafeteria that was roped off for the bout.
Moderator and emcee for the evening was Ricky Mulvey with his positive good nature and he kept the evening flowing and had the gathered guests as relaxed as if in living room easy chairs or one of the comedy shows or talent slams he’s been known to emcee.
Was there an undisputed champ?
Election fans can see if the contenders rolled with the punches or had promises that pack a punch. Are there any future respected political figures or elder statesmen/women in this video?
The Championship Forum was broadcast “LIVE” on the Loveland Magazine FaceBook Page. It wasn’t Pay-per-View and tickets were not required – it was a totally FREE public service!
Who knows, there might be some highfalutin’ good ideas that came from one or more of these candidates that can transform Loveland. There was certainly some re-hashing the past but that is OK if it leads to knowledge of what the future might hold.
Politicians routinely offer more promises than they keep, however hearing straight from their mouths or even out of the side of it is the start of holding them accountable. Seeing them live on stage answering random questions is always better than voting based on the number of litter on a stick yard signs and you can be a political influencer if you can say, “I actually heard her say it!”
If you could not attend in person you may want to tune in to this re-broadcast to be in the know.
Special thanks for the assistance of District Business Manager John Ames who arranged the logistics at the Middle School.
August 23 – Write-in candidates must file declarations of intent by 4 p.m. (72 days before general election
September 17 – Military & Overseas Absentee Voting begins (46 Days Before Election Day)
October 4 – Deadline for voter registration for Nov. 2 general election (30 days before general election)*
October 5 – Early In-Person Voting begins and includes the Saturday, Sunday and the Monday before Election Day
October 5 – Absentee Voting By Mail begins (28 Days Before Election Day)
October 11 – Board of Elections Closed to In-Person Voting (Columbus Day).
October 30 – Applications for absentee ballots to be mailed for Nov. 2 general election must be received by boards of elections by noon (3 days before general election)
November 2 – General Election Day. Polls open at 6:30 AM and close at 7:30 PM.
Throughout the years, men and women in our armed forces have made great sacrifices to protect our freedom and democracy. Today, the courageous members of our military branches continue to serve our country so we all can enjoy one of our most sacred rights – the right to vote. Through the I Vote in Honor of a Veteran initiative, you can demonstrate the pride you feel for a veteran or servicemember and, at the same time, encourage others to vote on Election Day.
Wear an I Vote in Honor of a Veteran pin on Election Day to show your appreciation to those men and women who made it possible for you to exercise your right to vote.
To get your pin, click this LINK to submit a testimonial about how they’ve inspired you will be sent one.
Loveland, Ohio – “Thanks to all of the parents, students, and staff at LPS and LES who donated either money or new books,” said mom, Amy Burns. The books that were collected are being donated to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital for patients. Amy also said, “A huge thank you to Melissa Hawkins Prenger,” who worked with Brady to help get this compassion project off the ground. “She is a blessing to the Loveland City School District.”
Brady is a 10th grader at Loveland High School. He was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease two years ago and knows what it is like to be away from friends and family while getting treatments at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. He gets IVIG infusions once a month which lasts 12-14 hours.
Brady said, “I spend a lot of time at Children’s Hospital and it is boring. I take a book along with my Play Station to pass time. I see other kids who are away from home for days on end. I wanted to organize a compassion project for the patients at Children’s Hospital. If we can all give them something to brighten their day and make the hospital stay more manageable then it is worth it.”
Prenger says that “Brady is such an inspiration for taking his own experiences and hardships and turning it into good for others. That’s what makes him a true leader. Each and every book represents a smile and, perhaps, a day made. I am so proud of him.” Melissa Prenger teaches 3rd grade at the Loveland Elementary School.
Brady is also working with Mrs. Heybruch at the Loveland Early Childhood Center and will be doing another service project in the coming months.
Columbus, Ohio – The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) today adopted a settlement agreement requiring refunds of overcharges to customers of PALMco Energy OH, LLC and PALMco Power OH, LLC, which are retail energy providers doing business as Indra Energy. The companies will also waive any outstanding unpaid bills.
“Today we are happy to provide more than $1 million in relief to customers impacted by PALMco’s misleading rates,” stated PUCO Chair Jenifer French. “At the PUCO we take allegations of misleading marketing or customer enrollment very seriously and we will continue to work to ensure fairness in Ohio’s competitive energy marketplace.”
Under the terms of the agreement, PALMco will refund customers whose rates increased by more than 50% from August – December 2019, totaling more than $215,000. PALMco will also waive uncollected bills of approximately $832,000. Any remaining balances after PALMco issues refunds will be donated to a charity chosen by the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel (OCC).
PALMco’s current owners, officers or partners are barred from doing business in Ohio’s retail energy markets for seven years by the terms of the agreement.
A copy of today’s opinion and order is available on the PUCO’s website at www.PUCO.ohio.gov. Click on the link to Docketing Information Service and search for case 19-2153-GE-COI.
Case background
On December 19, 2019, PUCO staff filed a notice stating it received 51 complaints from PALMco customers between Aug. 1, 2019 and Dec. 10, 2019 about abnormally high electricity and natural gas bills. In its letter, PUCO staff noted concern that PALMco was already under investigation for nearly identical allegations of misleading and deceptive practices to market to and enroll customers with “competitive” and “the best” rates, however charged customers more than 4 times the regulated utilities’ prices.
On Sept. 21, 2021, PUCO staff, OCC and PALMco filed a joint settlement agreement and recommendation for the Commission’s consideration.
PUCO regulations
The PUCO is charged with adopting and enforcing regulations to protect consumers from any misleading or deceptive acts or practices by competitive retail electric and natural gas providers.
The PUCO maintains its Energy Choice Ohio website to provide helpful tools to assist consumers in evaluating their electric and natural gas supply options. The PUCO’s Apples to Apples comparison charts provide customers with a snapshot comparison of rates if they do not choose to enroll with a competitive supplier, versus current electric and natural gas supplier offers, and contract terms. The charts are updated daily.
Loveland, Ohio – After overnight rain, late Saturday morning turned perfect for the 12th running of the Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5K from Loveland’s Nisbet Park.
In this video, you will hear from one of Seth’s closest Loveland High School friends, Greg Carpinello, one of the classmates who organizes the walk/run to raise scholarship dollars for Loveland High School graduates. The event is also and perhaps most importantly, a day to keep the memory of Mitchell alive and the spirit of service that defined his life. Seth’s life was cut short when he died in a helicopter crash in a mission he volunteered for while serving in Afghanistan.
Seth’s father, Steve, introduced Tara Schamel the mother of Madeline Schamel. Tara reads a note to the racers from Natti that told the story of how grateful she was for being awarded a scholarship and what Seth’s legacy means to her.
Loveland, Ohio – On Thursday night the six candidates competing to be elected to Loveland City Council were the guests of Loveland Magazine and the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance at the Loveland Middle School.
Next Thursday, October 21, the Loveland School Board candidates will come together for a similar forum in the Loveland Middle School/Intermediate School Cafeteria at 7 PM. Loveland High School alum, Ricky Mulvey will be the emcee for the evening.
Candidates for Loveland City Council (4 to be elected to a 4 year term)
Tim Butler – 1102 Hickory Ridge Dr.
John Hart – 11349 S. Lebanon Rd.
Kim Lukens – 142 Hounds Run
Neal Oury – 401 Lowell St.
Ted Phelps – 137 Pleasant Lake Dr.
Kip Ping – 918 W. Loveland Ave.
Dave H. Stanton – 208 Sentry Hill Dr. (Withdrawn from Race)
The Loveland Magazine Election Guide
Loveland City Council
Candidates for Loveland City Council (4 to be elected to a 4 year term)
Tim Butler – 1102 Hickory Ridge Dr.
John Hart – 11349 S. Lebanon Rd.
Kim Lukens – 142 Hounds Run
Neal Oury – 401 Lowell St.
Ted Phelps – 137 Pleasant Lake Dr.
Kip Ping – 918 W. Loveland Ave.
Dave H. Stanton – 208 Sentry Hill Dr. (Withdrawn from Race)
Current members of Loveland Council
Kathy Bailey, Mayor (Term Ends December 2023)
Robert Weisgerber, Vice Mayor (Term endsDecember 6, 2021)
Andy Bateman (Term Ends December 2023)
Ted Phelps (Term endsDecember 6, 2021)
Tim Butler (Term endsDecember 6, 2021)
Neal Oury (Term endsDecember 6, 2021)
Kent Blair (Term Ends December 2023)
Loveland City School District
Member of Board of Education (3 to be elected to a 4-year term)
Colette Boyko – 11997 Riveroaks Dr.
Anna Bunker – 1020 Oakland Dr.
Jonathan Eilert – 716 Quailwoods Dr.
Elliot Grossman – 957 Ashire Ct.
Al Juram – 6399 Mueller Lakes Ln.
Elizabeth Mason – 1867 Timberidge Dr.
Michele Pettit – 40 Buckeye Ct. (Pettit petition to run again for school board rejected by BOE Read more…)
Eric L. Schwetschenau – 1211 Red Roan Ln.
Eileen Washburn – 10923 Rednor Ct.
Member of Board of Education (1 to be elected – Unexpired term ending 12-31-2023)
Kevin M. Dougherty – 12021 Millstone Ct, 45140
Current members of Loveland School Board
Dr. Kathryn Lorenz, Board President (Term expires 12/31/23)
Kevin Dougherty, Board Vice President (Term expires 12/31/21)
Michele Pettit, Board Member (Term Expires 12/31/21)
Dr. Eric Schwetschenau, Board Member (Term expires 12/31/21)
Eileen Washburn, Board Member (Term Expires 12/31/21)
August 23 – Write-in candidates must file declarations of intent by 4 p.m. (72 days before general election
September 17 – Military & Overseas Absentee Voting begins (46 Days Before Election Day)
October 4 – Deadline for voter registration for Nov. 2 general election (30 days before general election)*
October 5 – Early In-Person Voting begins and includes the Saturday, Sunday and the Monday before Election Day
October 5 – Absentee Voting By Mail begins (28 Days Before Election Day)
October 11 – Board of Elections Closed to In-Person Voting (Columbus Day).
October 30 – Applications for absentee ballots to be mailed for Nov. 2 general election must be received by boards of elections by noon (3 days before general election)
November 2 – General Election Day. Polls open at 6:30 AM and close at 7:30 PM.
Throughout the years, men and women in our armed forces have made great sacrifices to protect our freedom and democracy. Today, the courageous members of our military branches continue to serve our country so we all can enjoy one of our most sacred rights – the right to vote. Through the I Vote in Honor of a Veteran initiative, you can demonstrate the pride you feel for a veteran or servicemember and, at the same time, encourage others to vote on Election Day.
Wear an I Vote in Honor of a Veteran pin on Election Day to show your appreciation to those men and women who made it possible for you to exercise your right to vote.
To get your pin, click this LINK to submit a testimonial about how they’ve inspired you will be sent one.
Fairfield, Ohio – On Wednesday, Lt. Governor Husted, Director of InnovateOhio, and Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) Registrar Charlie Norman joined representatives from Meijer and Intellectual Technology, Inc. to announce the pilot launch of new BMV Express self-service kiosks.
Featured at nine deputy registrar and retail locations across the state, the new system will allow customers the ability to conveniently renew their vehicle registrations at the self-service kiosk. The announcement was made at the Meijer in Fairfield, where a kiosk is located.
“InnovateOhio’s goal is to change the culture of state government so that every service is designed with the customer in mind,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “The service announced today offers a convenient way for Ohioans to quickly and easily renew their vehicle registration so they can continue on with the rest of their day.”
The new kiosks are currently active at the following locations:
Deputy Registrar, 3481 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH
Deputy Registrar (outside of the BMV), 990 Morse Rd., Suite A, Columbus, OH
Deputy Registrar, 972 N. Court St., Medina, OH
Meijer, 6325 S. Gilmore Road, Fairfield, OH
Meijer, 7150 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights, OH
Meijer, 2200 Tiffin Ave., Findlay, OH
Meijer, 1391 Conant St., Maumee, OH
Riesbeck’s Food Market, 800 Howard St., Zanesville, OH
Rhodes Tower Lobby, 30 East Broad St., Columbus, OH
Several of the locations will allow for 24-hour-a-day availability to the kiosks, giving customers round-the-clock access to in-person vehicle registration renewal. Users will be able to instantly print off their registration card and validation stickers directly from the kiosk. The BMV plans to expand the system to additional locations after gathering data on usage from the pilot.
“The BMV is dedicated to improving the overall customer experience by providing our customers with access to innovative solutions that better meet their diverse needs,” said BMV Registrar Norman. “The BMV Express Kiosks are another important step we’re taking to give Ohioans more convenient options to choose from when they are deciding how to interact with state government.”
“We are very pleased to partner with the State of Ohio on this initiative,” said Vik Srinivasan, Senior Vice President of Properties and Real Estate for Meijer. “As we have seen previously with the rollout of this technology across Michigan, these kiosks provide a great opportunity for our customers to enjoy another level of one-stop shopping while also saving more time during their busy days.”
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