Loveland, Ohio – For the second year in a row, The Jack Quehl Foundation is raffling off a one-week stay at a stunning vacation home in Seagrove Beach along Florida’s scenic 30A. The beachfront property sleeps up to 18 guests and offers the perfect getaway for families or groups of friends.
Raffle tickets are $100 each and limited to just 250 entries. Proceeds directly support the Foundation’s mission to educate communities about the dangers of fentanyl and prevent future tragedies.
“We’re incredibly grateful to our supporters for making this fundraiser such a success last year,” said Stephanie Quehl from the Foundation. “It’s not just a chance to win a dream vacation, it’s an opportunity to help save lives.”
Loveland, Ohio – DVD Brew is calling all kayakers to come in on May 20th for a special event.
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Be part of sending Eric Bartl to the world championship in Germany this summer. Team USA members must raise much of their own money and most of the expenses for representing Team USA at the World Championships will come directly out of Eric’s own pocket.
Thanks to the generosity of Whitewater Warehouse, attendees will receive 20% off paddling accessories discount.
All active and retired members, including National Guard, reserves, and veterans, will receive free admission at select Six Flags parks*, valid from May 23 through May 26, 2025**.
Plus, they can purchase up to six discounted tickets for family and friends.
How to enter the park on Memorial Day Weekend
Present a valid U.S. Military ID at the front gate any one-day, from May 23 through May 26**. Additional tickets for family and friends must be purchased online in advance. Verification is required.
*Free admission for U.S. military members and veterans is available at all Six Flags parks, excluding Knott’s Berry Farm, Knott’s Soak City, and Cedar Point Shores.
Discounted admission will be available during Memorial Day weekend at these locations.
**Validity applies to regular park operating days and hours. Check your park’s calendar.
Morrow, Ohio – On Wednesday, May 28 at 7:30 EST on FOX 19, Little Miami alumnus and current Academic Team assistant coach Thomas Sweeney, will be appearing on an upcoming episode of Jeopardy.
The 2019 graduate of Little Miami High School and former Academic Team standout, Sweeney is making history as the first LM grad to ever compete on Jeopardy.
“This is an incredible honor and a moment of Panther pride we won’t forget.” said the District on FaceBook.
WASHINGTON (AP) The Associated Press has reported today that the Food and Drug Administration and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aim to remove ingestible fluoride products used to protect kids’ teeth.
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health regulators announced plans Tuesday to phase out ingestible fluoride supplements sometimes used to strengthen children’s teeth, opening a new front in Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s effort against a mainstay of dental care.
The Food and Drug Administration said it will conduct a scientific review of the children’s products by late October with the aim of removing them from the market. It was not immediately clear whether the agency planned to formally ban the supplements or simply request that companies withdraw them.
Loveland, Ohio– “Project Adam” Heart Safe Schools have now been established at Loveland Early Childhood Center, Loveland Primary School, and Loveland Elementary School. This certification indicates that the campuses have the procedures, tools, and training necessary to guarantee a prompt reaction in the event of an unexpected cardiac attack.
The whole Loveland City School District now holds the classification, joining previously certified Loveland Intermediate School, Loveland Middle School, and Loveland High School.
According to the district, Loveland is just the second district in the region to get district-wide Project Adam certification. Loveland said it was made possible by the building leadership and nursing staff. They also said they are lucky to have a great relationship with the Loveland-Symmes Fire Department and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.
In July of 2024, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 47. The law required automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to be placed in every public and chartered nonpublic school in Ohio, as well as all municipally owned or operated sports and recreation locations.
It also required schools to adopt emergency action plans for the use of automated external defibrillator devices (AEDs) and practice these plans quarterly, among other provisions.
At the time Dewine signed the bill, Loveland High School Athletic Director Jayson Bruce told Loveland Magazine, “We have been extremely blessed to have been way ahead of this for many years here in Loveland. As a matter of fact, Loveland High, Middle and Intermediate schools are all certified as Heart Safe schools through Project ADAM. And as part of this certification, we had to create and execute plans to respond to heart emergencies. A huge part of these plans are the AED’s. Our High School and Middle/Intermediate school campuses are extremely well equipped with AED’s for not only the school day, but all of our athletic teams. The number one priority is and always will be safety. We are blessed to be able to provide access to AED’s to all of our sports teams.”
Bruce said that on the High School campus their trainers have an AED with them at all times. There is also an AED mounted on the outside of the team room at Loveland High School Stadium. At Loveland High School, they have AED’s mounted outside of the gyms and the workout facility. Bruce added, “We also have backpack units that go along with our teams that train or participate off campus, like cross country, etc.”
The Loveland Middle and Intermediate school campus is very similar to the High School. “We have AED’s mounted directly outside of each gym. The trainer, who is at football practices and games, always has an AED with them. Since we have teams that practice off campus as well, we send them with AED’s,” Bruce said.
The automated external defibrillator (AED) at the Loveland Town Clock (Loveland Magazine 2024 File Photo)
Loveland City Manager Dave Kennedy told Loveland Magazine at the time that there is an AED at the Loveland Bike Trail next to the town clock at West Loveland Avenue and Railroad Avenue, Phillips Park, and McCoy Park. “We have cameras protecting the AED’s and if the alarms go off when accessed, the communication center will see them first hand.”
Photos by Loveland Schools
Project ADAM began in 1999 after the death of Adam Lemel, a 17-year-old Whitefish Bay, WI, high school student who collapsed and died while playing basketball. Adam suffered a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), in which ventricular fibrillation occurred, a condition in which the ventricles cannot pump blood into the body. Defibrillation, or an AED, could have saved his life. Adam’s parents, Patty Lemel and Joe Lemel, collaborated with Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to create this program in Adam’s memory.
In this video, learn a father’s perspective on the journey and importance of Project ADAM and the program mission to save lives. Project ADAM began in 1999 after the death of Adam Lemel, a 17-year-old Whitefish Bay, WI, high school student who collapsed and died while playing basketball after he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Project ADAM (Automated Defibrillators in Adam’s Memory) aims to prevent sudden cardiac death through helping schools and communities implement life-saving programs to maintain a practiced CPR/AED program and people confident to take action.
Loveland, Ohio – The City of Loveland’s Veterans Committee will hold the 2025 Memorial Day Program on Monday, May 26. The guest speaker will be Judge Gary A. Loxley, a member of the 2021 class of the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame.
Judge Gary A. Loxley has served as a judge of the Warren County Court since 2013. Prior to taking the bench, Judge Loxley worked for four years in private practice and nearly 15 years as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office. Judge Loxley first joined the military as an 18-year-old combat engineer in the Ohio Army National Guard. After he was admitted to the Ohio bar in 1987, he received a direct commission as an officer in the Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps. After 36 years of service, he retired from the Army Reserve at the rank of Colonel. His experience includes two tours of duty as a Commander, two tours of duty as a Staff Judge Advocate, and service as a Military Judge in the Army’s 1st and 2nd Judicial Circuits. While he was an assistant prosecutor, he was mobilized onto active duty three times in support of the Global War on Terrorism.
Parade — 9 a.m.
The event will start with a parade at 9 AM from the Loveland Elementary School at 600 Loveland Madeira Road. If you or your organization would like to be in the parade, register online.
Parade Route:
Roads will be closed approx. 8:45 AM until 10:15 AM. for the parade.
– Leaves from the Loveland Elementary School
– Travels Loveland-Madeira Road (toward Quilter’s Studio)
– Turns right on West Loveland Avenue (toward Historic Downtown)
– Turns left on Riverside Drive to Veterans Memorial
Parking:
– No parking at Tufts Schildermeyer and Schutte’s Cleaners
– Veterans Memorial parking lot will be handicap parking only
– No parking along Riverside Avenue
– View city’s parking map to see public lots in the area.
Ceremony — After Parade
Immediately following the parade, a ceremony will be held at the Loveland Veterans’ Memorial, located at the intersection of West Loveland Avenue and Riverside Drive.
ScoopAble Ice Cream – Where every scoop makes a difference.
Miami Township, Ohio – At ScoopAble Ice Cream, they believe that employing individuals with disAbilities has an incredibly positive impact on our business and the community at large. By offering meaningful job opportunities, individuals not only gain access to a diverse range of skills and perspectives, but also play a role in building a more inclusive community.
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Grand Opening is May 31
The Mission
Provide valuable employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while creating an enjoyable experience for all the senses.
In an effort to introduce youth across the state to the opportunities available in the skilled trades, the Department of Commerce will host a virtual 30-minute webinar at noon on Thursday, May 8. This session is open to students, families, school administrators, guidance counselors, educators – anyone who plays a role in helping students make informed decisions about their futures. Individuals who are interested in attending the webinar can register by clicking here.
COLUMBUS, OHIO – In recognition of In-Demands Jobs Week, the Ohio Department of Commerce has partnered with the Ohio Department of Youth Services (DYS) to highlight how careers in the skilled trades can offer incarcerated youth opportunities to achieve professional and personal success following their release.
Earlier today, Department of Commerce Director Sherry Maxfield, Board of Building Standards Professional Development Director Meg Foley, and Ohio Contractor Administrator with the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board Michael Baisden visited the Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility. During their visit, they led two separate presentations involving approximately 50 youth who are approaching their date of release.
The event marked the second year of a collaborative effort between Commerce and DYS to extend opportunity and guidance to youth within the juvenile justice system, underscoring a shared commitment to building brighter futures while preparing the workforce of tomorrow to fuel the state’s continued growth.
Director Maxfield says it’s vital that steps are taken to introduce more youth to these high-demand careers.
“Skilled trades represent the backbone of Ohio’s workforce,” said Maxfield. “The opportunities which they provide are life-changing, especially for these young individuals who still have their entire lives ahead of them. By engaging with these youth, we hope to help them understand that second chances do exist, and this unique opportunity can prepare them for rewarding futures. It will also enable Ohio to remain competitive in this rapidly evolving economy.”
“This is about creating second chances and giving young people the tools to build successful lives,” said DYS Director Amy Ast. “Our staff do a tremendous job in hosting career resource fairs for youth and getting them trained in skills at our OhioMeansJobs centers in the facilities. We are thrilled to partner with the Department of Commerce to connect our youth with even more helpful knowledge and information that could open doors to fulfilling careers.”
The discussions provided a high-level overview of the skilled trades in Ohio. In particular, they highlighted the increasing need for workers in the skilled trades; provided instructions on how youth can explore and search for opportunities; emphasized various benefits that jobs in the skilled trades provide; and identified pathways individuals can take to prepare for work in these critical fields.
This visit comes as the need for Ohio workers in the skilled trades is growing greater by the day. The combination of an aging workforce and significant economic growth throughout the state has resulted in a widening workforce gap. As a result of this shortage, workers in construction trades such as carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electric, welding and pipefitting are highly sought after and can earn competitive salaries, even at the starting apprenticeship level. In addition, having a criminal background does not disqualify someone from pursuing a career in the skilled trades.
According to the 2020-2030 Ohio Job Outlook published by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, an estimated 21,656 job openings in the skilled trades need to be filled annually through 2030. These positions offer competitive wages, strong benefits, and significant opportunities for career advancement, making them a key driver of Ohio’s workforce.
There are mixed feelings about what has been dubbed by some as the ugliest building on a U.S. college campus.
But now, despite all of the opinions, the iconic Crosley Tower may come down. Its demise has been forecast for years.
Crosley Tower is a among UC’s most iconic structures. Photo/UC Marketing + Brand.
The UC Board of Trustees approved $47.3 million at its meeting on April 22 to fund remediation and demolition of Crosley Tower and adjacent Clifton Court garage. Floor by floor demolition is expected to begin January 2026 and be complete by the end of that calendar year.
Designed in the Brutalist style of architecture and “crafted from a single pour of concrete, this 16-story building looks more like a Disney villain’s lair than a part of the University of Cincinnati’s campus,” according to a story in Architectural Digest.
The magazine ranked Crosley Tower among the seven ugliest university buildings in the nation, beating out “ugly” structures at the University of Tennessee, Louisiana State University and the University of Iowa.
Trustees previously approved $2.6 million for the design of the demolition of Crosley Tower in October 2023. These additional funds will allow for the completion of the demolition. The tower was named after UC alum Powel Crosley Jr. and opened in 1969 as a lab and research building.
The imposing structure was completed in 1969 with crews pouring concrete continuously round-the-clock for 18 days and nights. Crosley Tower is the second-largest building in the country made of continuously poured concrete, eclipsed only by the Hoover Dam.
The ugliest building on campus, but everyone kind of loves it.
It’s the source of a few UC urban legends. There’s even a student organization, Crosley Tower Appreciation Club, devoted to the building.
Clara Weber and fellow UC student Nikara Schehr show off their gingerbread replica of Crosley Tower at their co-op employer Rockwell Group’s holiday party design competition. Photo/provided
A trio of UC students on co-op recently paid tasty tribute to the tower. Clara Weber, Lily Gormley and Nikara Schehr from UC’s College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning used Crosley Tower for their inspiration during a gingerbread house competition while on co-op at Rockwell Group, an award-winning architecture firm in Manhattan, New York.
They were given 90 minutes to build an edible structure during an employee mixer.
Crosley is “the ugliest building on campus but everyone kind of loves it,” explains Weber, whose team used graham crackers to build a replica.
The experience was also a chance for the UC students to show off their ambition as architect David Rockwell mingled with employees.
UC planners determined Crosley Tower is not a candidate for renovation due to foundation and concrete age as well as adaptability limits to an outdated layout that no longer serves programmatic needs.
