LOVELAND MAGAZINE

News and Events from the Loveland, Ohio Area

Without fear or favor
Since 2004

Author: David Miller

  • Roaming Naturalist & Little Miami Conservancy invite you to Historic Downtown Loveland

    Roaming Naturalist & Little Miami Conservancy invite you to Historic Downtown Loveland

    Loveland, Ohio – Celebrate the shortest day of the year with a guided evening hike with The Roaming Naturalist and the Little Miami Conservancy. Hikers will enjoy a peaceful forest walk and say goodbye to the darkness and welcome the return of light with a quiet moment by candlelight.
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    Pre-registration is required to attend. Save your spot here: https://forms.gle/HcdDE44jqu5fEtfs9

    Saturday, December 21
    4:30pm – 5:45pm
    Little Miami Conservancy

    209 Railroad Avenue Loveland, Ohio 45140
    *Recommended for adults and families with kids ages 7 & up

    Contact us at info@theroamingnaturalist.org if you need assistance with registration
  • Wreaths Across America honors Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery

    Wreaths Across America honors Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery

    All photos courtesy of the Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery Association

    Loveland, Ohio – The Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery Association says, “Thank you Wreaths Across America!”

    On Sunday Wreaths Across America they laid wreaths at the Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery in Loveland.

    There will be an official ceremony on Saturday December 14 at Noon, at the Maineville Cemetery at 476 E. Foster-Maineville Road. This location is bigger and during the ceremony, they will be recognizing all cemeteries including the Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery.

    The Mission of Wreaths Across America is to “Remember the fallen, honor those who serve, and teach the next generation the value of freedom.”

    Loveland’s Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery is located at 206 Ramsey Court in the White Pillars subdivision.
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    The Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery is a hidden gem locally, state-wide and nationally!

    The Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery originated in 1813 with the burial of Lt. Col. Thomas Paxton, a Revolutionary War Soldier, on land that he received for his military service. Paxton’s original land grant was 1,000 acres starting in Warren County and sweeping into Clermont County. Read on…

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    [Video and Slide Show] Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery Association holds ceremony for marking new headstones and grave dedication

  • Register now for Loveland Preschool

    Register now for Loveland Preschool

    Loveland, Ohio – Preschool registration is now open for next school year. Families with students who will be 3-5 years old in the fall can register online now through January 13. Space is limited. Find details on our website by following this link.

  • Prevent Blindness Ohio Accepting Applications for Vision Research Fellowship

    Prevent Blindness Ohio Accepting Applications for Vision Research Fellowship

    Prevent Blindness Ohio (PBO) is seeking applications for its 2025 Young Investigator Student Fellowship Awards for Female Scholars in Vision Research. The Fellowship Program is intended to provide support for female scientists committed to pursuing biomedical, behavioral or clinical research careers relevant to the mission of Prevent Blindness – to prevent blindness and preserve sight.

    Grants are for the summer 2025 session. Awards will range from $3000-$5000 depending upon the availability of funds. The deadline for receipt of applications is Feb. 15, 2025. Applicants must be post-baccalaureate students enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program during the summer of 2025, female, citizens or permanent residents of the United States, and conducting their research with a recognized academic institution in the State of Ohio.

    Applications from diverse fields in the health sciences including, but not limited to ophthalmology, optometry, nursing, genetics, public health, nutrition, gerontology, and biomedical engineering, are appropriate to the goals of this fellowship award. Prevent Blindness encourages fellowship applications that investigate public health issues related to the burden of eye-related health and safety topics.

    To download the application, go to: https://ohio.preventblindness.org/young-investigator-student-fellowship-awards-female-scholars-vision-research/

    For more information about the Fellowship contact Prevent Blindness Ohio at 800-301-2020 ext.112 or e-mail lauras@pbohio.org.

    The Female Fellowship Awards Program is supported by grants including the Sarah E. Slack Prevention of Blindness Fund-Muskingum County Community Foundation.

    About Prevent Blindness Ohio

    Founded in 1908, Prevent Blindness is the nation’s leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving sight. The Ohio Affiliate of Prevent Blindness serves all 88 Ohio counties, providing direct services to 1,000,000 Ohioans annually and educating millions of consumers about what they can do to protect and preserve their precious gift of sight. For more information or to contribute, call 800-301-2020 or donate here. Visit us at pbohio.org. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/pbohio/ and X: twitter.com/PB_Ohio

  • OOD Works Podcast: Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits Updates for 2025

    OOD Works Podcast: Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits Updates for 2025

    Decisions on whether Ohioans are eligible for Social Security disability benefits are crucial for people looking to create a dependable foundation for their lives. Staff with the Division of Disability Determination (DDD) of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) understand those needs and the importance of quickly processing cases and delivering accurate decisions. In agreement with the Social Security Administration (SSA), DDD determines medical eligibility for Ohioans who apply for Social Security disability benefits.

    In this episode of the OOD Works podcast, Robert Fenn and Brandon Smith, SSA Public Affairs Specialists, explain the changes to Social Security disability benefits in 2025. The discussion is a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand and navigate Social Security benefits and provides a comprehensive overview of the upcoming changes.

  • Please help Loveland’s DOITFORJACK Foundation’s participation in Cincinnati Gives Challenge

    Please help Loveland’s DOITFORJACK Foundation’s participation in Cincinnati Gives Challenge

    Loveland, Ohio – DOITFORJACK is participating in Cincinnati Magazine’s Cincinnati Gives challenge. It is active now through December 12th at 5 PM.

    They have set an aggressive goal of 100,000 this year!

    The Cincinnati Gives Challenge offers a unique opportunity for the Loveland community to come together to support causes that matter. For DOITFORJACK, this is more than a fundraiser- it’s a chance to turn heartbreak into hope and take meaningful action against the fentanyl crisis.

    DOITFORJACK’s mission is to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl, educate communities, and save lives by sharing Jack’s story—a story rooted in love and a determination to prevent other families from experiencing similar loss.

    You can make a difference and save lives by giving today!

    Visit https://www.cincinnatigives.org/organization/Do-It-For-Jack to donate!

  • Watch as Zoning Commission moves forward with plan to build 12 homes on State and National Scenic Little Miami River

    Watch as Zoning Commission moves forward with plan to build 12 homes on State and National Scenic Little Miami River

    Aaron Rourke, the Assistant Regional Scenic Rivers Program Manager of the Division of Natural Areas & Preserve said, “The goose that laid the golden egg here, is the State and National Scenic Little Miami River.”

    This story was up-dated at 6:15 AM on December 6 to reflect that the vote the Commission took during the meeting was to move forward with the SPD process by holding a formal Public Meeting on the plan at an as yet to be determined future date.

    Loveland, Ohio – Richard Fisher spoke first and apparently had the wrong impression after hearing the Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission, Mark Redmond’s opening remarks. Fisher said, “I know you are not approving anything” tonight.

    During the Open Forum Fisher added that he hopes down the line, wherever this goes, that people keep in mind that we just went through a “pretty big game changing election” in which people said that we want elected officials to listen to us.

    However at the end of nearly one hour and 15 minutes of discussion and hearing from the public, the commission determined that the Schildmeyer proposal met all the conditions required to re-zone their property into a Special Planing District which would remove all current and existing zoning regulations by creating a new zoning map with its own set of regulations.

    Redmond, Andy Bateman, and David Parker voted that the proposal met the requirements of establishing a Special Planing District. Rob Weisgerber voted that it did not. Member Brian O’Neill was absent from the meeting.

    The vote was to move forward with the SPD process by holding a formal Public Meeting on the plan at a yet to be determined future date.

    No one from the public spoke in favor of the plan moving forward. Terry Schildmeyer, representing the family and Douglas Hinger with Traditions Building and Development Group testified in favor of their plan.

    Speaking about the importance of protecting the State and National Scenic Little Miami River, Aaron Rourke, the Assistant Regional Scenic Rivers Program Manager of the Division of Natural Areas & Preserve said, “The goose that laid the golden egg here, is the State and National Scenic Little Miami River.”

    The development shares 540 feet of frontage along the Little Miami River at 128 North Riverside Drive in the West Loveland Historic District. The site will be elevated by bringing in earth to bring it above flooding elevation.

    Loveland Magazine file photo of past flooding

    Rourke works for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

    Loveland Magazine file photo of past flooding

    The proposed Special Planning District would be located at 128 North Riverside Drive and includes twelve (12) single-family detached dwelling units (24’ x 56’ 3-Story Homes) with minimum lot size of 0.114 acres or 4,966 sq. ft. The owner is Schildmeyer Holdings. The 12 proposed homes would be across Riverside Drive from the Loveland Museum Center and the Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home.

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    In order to adopt an SPD, one or more of the following conditions exist, or will exist, within the proposed SPD:
       (a)   A concentration of retail and service oriented commercial establishments serving as a principal business activity center for the community.
       (b)   Land that is occupied by substantial natural characteristics worthy of preservation or which are historic aids to the identification of residential communities which help residents relate to their communities and to relate the social organization of communities to their physical environments.
       (c)   Lands which permit for ingenuity, imagination, and design efforts on the part of builders, architects, site planners, and developers that can produce residential developments which are in keeping with overall land use intensity and open space objectives of the Comprehensive Plan while departing from the strict application of use, setback, height, and minimum lot size requirements contained in the Zoning Code.

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  • “Local Families Benefit as Envision Raffles Dream Super Bowl Weekend”

    “Local Families Benefit as Envision Raffles Dream Super Bowl Weekend”

    Cincinnati, Ohio – Local non-profit Envision is sending two lucky tri-state residents to the Super Bowl in 2025. Envision, a disability services nonprofit with over 60 years of service to the Greater Cincinnati region, is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win a Super Bowl Weekend Package, including 2 tickets to the 2025 Super Bowl in New Orleans, accommodations, and a travel budget. Proceeds from this raffle will support programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities, ensuring families in our community have access to life-changing services.

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    Buy Now – only 350 tickets sold! 

    Grand Prize Package includes:

    -2 Tickets to the 2025 Super Bowl in Caesars Superdome on Sunday, February 9th.

    -Accommodations for two nights in a 2 bedroom property near the French Quarter Feb 8-10

    -$500 for travel expenses

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    Enjoy the vibrant nightlife, fantastic live music and amazing cuisine that New Orleans has to offer. Soak up the local culture, and then experience the excitement of attending the 2025 Super Bowl!

    “This is going to be an amazing experience for someone in our community”, says Jim Steffey, CEO of Envision. “We never thought we would be able to offer something like this. When we heard that the NFL Referee Association was donating tickets for us to raffle off, we were just blown away”.

    Envision has limited the total number of tickets sold to increase the odds of winning. By purchasing a raffle ticket, supporters not only have a chance to win but also contribute to Envision’s mission to support children and adults with developmental disabilities in Greater Cincinnati and help them live full and vibrant lives.

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    First Runner Up

    Cincinnati Sports with tickets to the Cincinnati Reds

    Includes 2 Terrace Line or 4 View Level seats to a 2025 game of your choice.

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    –Must be 21 or older to win. Super Bowl tickets cannot be sold or traded by the recipient. Tickets cannot be scalped or used for illegal purposes. Prize drawn January 9th.  Winner must present matching Government Issued photo ID at check-in to stay at the rental property. Winner is responsible for all damages and incidentals incurred at the rental property by winner and/or their guests. See details in “Rules and Regulations” during ticketing process for additional package rules, rental property rules, and information. Funds raised by the raffle will benefit support services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in the Greater Cincinnati region.

    “It’s already December”, says Steffey. “A chance to win tickets to the Super Bowl could be a fun and unique holiday gift to give to that tricky person on your list”.

    Tickets can be purchased through a link at www.envisionohio.org for $100 each.

    About Envision

    For over six decades, Envision has been a cornerstone of the Cincinnati community, offering support, resources, and programs for individuals with developmental disabilities. Services include group homes, support for independent adults, family support, foster care, Mental Health care, CITE on site children’s services, and an adult day program. Through innovative programs and compassionate care, Envision supports and empowers families to create a brighter future.

    For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.envisionohio.org

  • [VIDEO] Claire Neiger, Sawyer Muchmore, and Sophia Loomis commit to play their sport at the collegiate level

    [VIDEO] Claire Neiger, Sawyer Muchmore, and Sophia Loomis commit to play their sport at the collegiate level

    Loveland, Ohio – LHS Student-Athletes, who have committed to play their sport at the collegiate level were in the Loveland High School gym this afternoon in front of coaches, family, and fellow athletics.

    Athletic Director Jayson Bruce introduced each student and announced where they intend to further their athletic career.

    Claire Neiger – Anderson University-Soccer

    Sawyer Muchmore – University of Dayton-Football

    Sophia Loomis – Wright State University-Volleyball

     

  • Great Parks’ Winter Hike Series is Back!

    Great Parks’ Winter Hike Series is Back!

    Saturdays, Jan. 11-Feb. 8 | 10 a.m.

    Hit the trails for this annual series of challenging and educational hikes, ranging from four to 5.5 miles, with informative stops to explore each park’s natural history and unique features. All hikes last about two hours and conclude with soup, cookies and camaraderie.

    New this year, guests may select a themed hiking experience or opt for the classic winter hike. Hikers will receive a button with space to commemorate each hike with a sticker throughout the series.
    Learn More & Register

     

    2025 Series Schedule

    Jan. 11 | Winton Woods*

    Jan. 18 | Sharon Woods

    Jan. 25 | Woodland Mound

    Feb. 1 | Shawnee Lookout

    Feb. 8 | Miami Whitewater Forest*

    *An accessible hike is available on a paved multi-use trail. To request an accessible hike, call 513-521-7275.