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  • 19th Annual Paxton’s Grill Golf Outing a Record-Breaking Success

    19th Annual Paxton’s Grill Golf Outing a Record-Breaking Success

    Loveland, Ohio – The organizers say “Thank You for Making the 19th Annual Paxton’s Grill Golf Outing a Record-Breaking Success.”

    “From each of us here at Paxton’s Grill & CancerFree KIDS, thank you for supporting our annual event. We cannot do it without you. In fact, we broke the $100,000 fundraising mark for this year’s outing – the first time ever.”

    The CancerFree KIDS mission is to eradicate cancer as a life-threatening disease in children by funding promising research that might otherwise go unfunded. Our annual golf outing contributes to this worthy cause.

    “Thanks to all who came out to golf and volunteer at our weekend dates in the 19th annual Golf Outing last Friday and Saturday at Hickory Woods Golf Course! The weather was perfect and we believe everyone had a great time!”

    The winners for the two days included:

    Friday Foursome Winners

    1st Place: TQL: Gary Carr, Austin Hansford, Matt Herring and Joe Turnser

    2nd Place: Michael Brady, Dave Frye, Keith Burkhardt and Dan Edwards

    3rd Place: Roderick MacEachen, Quam MacEachen, Hansel Stansel and Jared Wagoner

    Longest Drive Women: Mary Jo Phillips

    Longest Drive Men: Nicholas Creech

    Closes to the Pin: Gary Carr & Bill Phillips (one on hole 6 and one on hole 15)

    Longest Putted Hole: Tyler Kuhnash

    Saturday Foursome Winners

    1st Place: Stan Pitchard, Roberts Mark, Bob Stebbins, and Tim Wachenfeld

    2nd Place: Ralph Dunnigan, Curt Gardiner, Mike Hinds and John Fisher

    3rd Place: Andrew Jaeger, Ben Jaeger, Erik Lund and Glen Lund

    Longest Drive Women: #5: Tish Marquardt

    Longest Drive Men: #3: Wes Minton

    Closest to the Pin: #6: Brian Duermit

    Closest to the Pin: #15: Curt Gradner

    Longest Putted Hole: #9: Dan Hare

    About Paxton’s Grill

    Located in the heart of the Historic Loveland District just outside Cincinnati, Paxton’s Grill is housed in one of the town’s oldest buildings and is adjacent to the Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail. Our relaxed atmosphere and friendly service welcomes you back time and time again! 

    ​Although Loveland, Ohio was named after the city’s first postmaster and early shopkeeper James Loveland, the area’s first settler was Col. Thomas Paxton. Born in Pennsylvania in 1739, Paxton moved to Kentucky in 1790. After having the opportunity to observe the beauty of the Little Miami River landscape, Paxton traveled north and in 1795 settled in the area now known as Loveland.

    During the Revolutionary War, Paxton served as Lt. Colonel of the Second Battalion of the Bedford County

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    Militia. In 1777, he ate Christmas dinner at Valley Forge with Gen. George Washington and other illustrious military personnel such as the Marquis de Lafayette and Alexander Hamilton. 

    Paxton is acknowledged for being the first to build a log cabin in the area. He died in 1813 and was buried in the family graveyard on the farm where he built his first cabin. 

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    Thirty-five years later, Col. William Ramsey, a land speculator, laid out the town of Paxton which was partially bordered by the Little Miami Railroad. A few years later, Ramsey laid out the town of Loveland, which adjoined the town of Paxton.

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    Due to residents’ frequent stops at James Loveland’s general store, the name caught on and in 1863, Paxton officially became Loveland and new boundaries were established. 

    Paxton’s Grill is housed in one of Loveland’s oldest buildings built about the same time that the town of Paxton became Loveland. In January 2000, a few locals saw the need for a family-friendly establishment and purchased this historic building with the goal of providing good food at reasonable prices in a comfortable setting. 

    We welcome you to Paxton’s Grill and are proud to pay homage to Thomas Paxton and his early contributions to what is now called the Historic Loveland District.

    Thank you for joining us and welcome to Paxton’s Grill!

  • MARCH FOR BABIES: A Mother of a Movement

    MARCH FOR BABIES: A Mother of a Movement

    Sunday, April 28 at Sawyer Point Park!

    This year, March for Babies: A Mother of a Movement™ has a bold vision. More than just a walk, it’s your entry into making a visible difference in your community now and for generations to come.

    By participating in March for Babies, you’re lifting up communities for health equity, opening the door for all moms to have access to care and protecting the health of families by pushing for their rights. It’s no small feat—it’s a mother of a movement!

    The U.S. remains among the most dangerous developed nations for childbirth, especially for women and babies of color. It’s unacceptable. Together we can close the health equity gap and end preventable maternal and infant risks and death.

    Your support is so important to giving every family the best possible start.

    Start or join an existing team today, create an online fundraising page and let everyone know that you’re helping to make America a more equitable place and ensure that every mom and baby is healthy.

    We look forward to seeing you Sunday, April 28 at Sawyer Point Park! Please join us at the Kroger Promenade – right in front of the P&G Stage.

    The GREATER CINCINNATI/N. KENTUCKY WALK

    The reccomended parking locations are: 

    Sawyer Point Parking Lot

    Eggelston Parking Lot

    Heritage Bank Arena Garage

    Central Riverfront Garage

  • 2023 Dinner en Rouge not an unexpected overwhelming success!

    2023 Dinner en Rouge not an unexpected overwhelming success!

    David Miller is the Managing Editor of Loveland Magazine

    by David Miller

    Loveland, Ohio – “Loveland Legacy Foundation’s Dinner en Rouge continues to get bigger and better. We appreciate all those who participated and made it such a great event. The money we raised will go a long way to help our neighbors in need. As usual, we experienced outstanding support from the Loveland community. Time and time again it’s proven that Loveland is a special place,” said Sue Peterson the Chair of the 2023 Dinner en Rouge. “We are still putting together final receipts, but we will be somewhere between $20,000 and $21,000. A big jump from last year when we raised $13,600.”

    The event was the Loveland Legacy Foundation’s Dinner en Rouge last Saturday at The Landing Event Center in Historic Downtown Loveland. It was, “An evening of fellowship, fundraising, and community!” Guests were invited to wear their best “Loveland red couture”, enjoy a fabulous meal, and dance.

    For five years the Loveland Legacy Foundation has provided support to those in crisis, area organizations, and businesses in need with the mission to “Improve the community through an action-based culture, engaging with organizations sharing a common vision, connecting needs to solutions.”

    In other words, to “Keep Our Communities STRONG”.

    Twenty-four-year-old Loveland resident, Maddie Fedder was given special recognition for her contribution to the Dinner en Rouge and her personal fundraising to provide the complete companion dog training that is so absolutely necessary for Maddie’s health. Read more about Maddie and how you can help her.

    This LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV video is of the sights, guests, and festivities of the 2023 Dinner en Rouge. The emcee is Brian Garry.

    Here is the video shown during the dinner that celebrates all the Loveland Legacy Foundation does for our community produced by Tiger’s INC.

    Here is the list of a limited raffle, with only 60 tickets sold for six fabulous prizes worth $600 – $1,200.

    1. Beautiful Overnight in Historic Downtown Loveland

    This prize includes an Overnight stay at The Loveland Lofts, a couple’s massage at Loveland Massage Center, a bottle of sparkling wine with two crystal flutes, a box of chocolates from Loveland Sweets, $100 gift card for dinner at Tano’s Bistro, and $25 gift card for breakfast at Hometown Café.

    1. Steak & Bourbon Barrel

    A beautiful oak brown whiskey barrel containing a $250 gift card to Tony’s of Cincinnati plus an assortment of different bourbons including Wellers, Woodford, specialty bottle donated by Bishop’s Quarter, Angels Envy and several others.  The barrel will also have all your bourbon accessories and a beautiful Loveland door hanger for your front door!

    1. Dinner by Tano Catering, Executive Chef / Owner Operator of Tano Bistro

    Enjoy a 3-Course Dinner for Eight, Prepared in Your Home, by Chef Tano; Wine included

    (Date must be mutually agreed upon, 3 weeks in advance; “Blackout dates” the months of December and September 2024)

    1. Loveland Restaurants Extravaganza

    Enjoy dining at our popular Loveland restaurants with ‘High Value’ Gift Certificates to Rodi Italian, Paxton’s Grill, Ramsey’s Trailside, Bishop’s Quarter, The Works Brick Oven, The Wicked Pickle, Tahona Kitchen, and Tano’s Bistro.

    1. French Kande Jewelry Ensemble

    This special selection by Alley Boutique includes three lovely 24K Gold and Austrian Crystal pieces, including a Bangle Bracelet with clear crystals, Earrings/Huggies with clear crystals, and adjustable Necklace with Sterling Petite Chain, Marmonde Bezel with Swarovski cabs, and Heart Medallion.

    1. Family Meal Prep Session with All the Ingredients at The 1859 Historic Loveland Chapel

    Private meal prepping class with Leah Moss, owner of All the Ingredients at The 1859 Historic Loveland Chapel.  Learn about family meal prep and cooking, in this beautiful space.  Each participant will prepare three meals and will learn tips and tricks to shop and cook more efficiently!  Three hour class (Monday – Thursday); Available for six participants; Prepare three meals that serve four people; Expires September, 2024.

    Raffle prizes were drawn at the Dinner en Rouge 2023 event.

    The Dinner en Rouge Committee

    Cee Cee Collins

    Becky Giver

    Martha Hadley

    Jane Lee

    Laura Padgett

    Dan Peterson

    Sue Peterson

    Ann Schnure

    Debby Walker

    And our emcee Brian Garry

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  • Who funded Ohio Statehouse politics in 2021?

    Who funded Ohio Statehouse politics in 2021?

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    BY: JAKE ZUCKERMAN – Ohio Capital Journal

    Education and construction unions, natural gas utilities, the beer and wine industry, optometrists, car dealers, telecommunications firms, nursing home operators, doctors’ associations and others dumped money into lawmakers’ accounts in 2021.

    These funds set the stage for the maiden elections on yet-to-be finalized maps setting the district lines. (The Ohio Supreme Court overturned the GOP-passed maps last month, determining them to be an unlawful gerrymander. The court is currently reviewing a revised proposal).

    Republicans trounced Democrats in terms of fundraising by just about any measurement.

    The largest donors contribute disproportionately to Republicans. The largest fundraisers in the General Assembly are all Republicans. And bank accounts controlled by the party itself tower over their Democratic counterparts.

    Political campaigns cost money. Sometimes, a lot of money. Here’s who’s providing it.

    Largest PAC contributors 

    These are some of the largest, non-individual donors to Ohio lawmakers through 2021. This list doesn’t include accounts affiliated with the state Democratic and Republican parties.

    • Political Education Patterns, an arm of the International Union of Operating Engineers, is typically one of the most prominent Ohio donors but has not yet filed a full 2021 report. Using data reported by candidates (instead of the PAC itself), the organization contributed about $564,000.
    • Affiliated Construction Trades, comprised of several different unions, contributed about $561,000.
    • The Ohio State Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters gave $338,625.
    • The Wholesale Beer & Wine Association, through its PAC, gave $280,000.
    • The Ohio Credit Union Legislative Action Committee gave $203,718
    • NiSource PAC, whose namesake is the parent company of Columbia Gas, gave $144,225
    • The Ohio Bank PAC gave $121,000
    • The Ohio Optometry PAC gave $109,000.

    Biggest fundraisers

    These are the largest fundraisers in the House and Senate in 2021. They are all Republican, part of a pattern of the party significantly outraising Democrats by almost any measure.

    The filings can give an indication of who may be jockeying for influence or a leadership position within their caucuses.

    • Senate President Matt Huffman, R-Lima: $875,000
    • Rep. Jay Edwards, R-Nelsonville: $429,000
    • Sen. Stephanie Kunze, R-Hilliard: $370,000
    • House Speaker Bob Cupp, R-Lima: $331,000
    • Rep. Tom Patton, R-Strongsville: $300,000
    • Sen. Kristina Roegner, R-Hudson: $233,000
    • Rep. Jason Stephens, R-Kitts Hill: $233,000
    • Sen. Jay Hottinger, R-Newark: $228,000
    • Rep. Phil Plummer, R-Dayton: $219,000
    • Sen. George Lang, R-West Chester Twp.: $218,000.

    Big individual donors

    As has been true in the past, several nursing home operators have served as the General Assembly’s largest benefactors.

    For instance, the Ronald Wilheim, CEO of the Communicare nursing home chain, and his wife contributed $92,000 to six Republicans through the year. Brian Colleran, CEO of Foundations Health Solutions chain of nursing homes, and his wife contributed $80,400. Colleran’s business partner Daniel Parker contributed nearly $27,000. (These donations come atop contributions from three separate PACS representing the industry.)

    Other notable, large donors to legislative and statewide candidates include:

    • Members of the Haslam family, some of whom own the Cleveland Browns, contributed more than $58,000 to various Republicans. James Johnson, another Browns owner, contributed another $13,000 as well.
    • The namesake family of The George Group (real estate) gave $42,000 to Republicans — $40,000 of which went to Rep. Jay Edwards
    • Virginia “Ginny” Ragan, one of the most prolific GOP donors in Ohio politics, gave $65,000, all to Republicans.
    • Regina Mitchell, of Warren Fabrication, gave $43,000 to three Republicans
    • Albert Ratner, of RMS Investment Group, and his wife gave nearly $59,000, almost exclusively to Republicans
    • Abigail and Leslie Wexner, who gave $54,000 to Republicans

    Republicans clobber Democrats

    Whichever way you cut it, Republicans wield a powerful cash advantage over Democrats.

    As Cleveland.com reported, Republicans running for the Supreme Court outraised Democrats on a sixfold margin. In the Legislature, it’s a tenfoldmargin.

    The filing period captures the year leading up to redistricting but before the Ohio Supreme Court overturned a map proposal that would have likely expanded and cemented in a Republican supermajority.

    In the gubernatorial race, incumbent Gov. Mike DeWine raised about $7 million compared to his primary challengers: about $1.2 million from Renacci (roughly $1 million of which came from personal funds) and $624,000 from Joe Blystone. On the Democratic side, former Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley raised $2.4 million, compared to former Cincinnati Mayor John Cranley, who raised about $1.9 million.

    In the race for chief justice of the Ohio Supreme Court, Justice Sharon Kennedy raised about $332,000 compared to about $164,000 for Justice Jennifer Brunner.

  • Watch as Fraternal Order of Eagles and American Legion present thousands of dollars to local charities

    Watch as Fraternal Order of Eagles and American Legion present thousands of dollars to local charities

    David Miller

    by David Miller

    Loveland, Ohio – Well… it’s an often-used phrase, however, it really was an honor and great privilege to be invited Saturday night to be with the Fraternal Order of Eagles on their 72nd anniversary. Besides the birthday party, they also used the occasion to present many checks written out for many thousands of dollars to local charities. They were joined by representatives of the American Legion because one fundraising event they recently held was a friendly competition between the two social organizations.

    I was treated with great hospitality at the social hall in the heart of the Loveland Historic District. The hall opens up to a backyard with a TV and fire pit right on the bank of the Little Miami. I was treated to a beer and enjoyed conversations with new friends who caught me up on the college football day. We watched a dramatic end to one game while we waited for the ceremony to get underway. Almost before I quite caught on to why the hall was so packed I was presented with a free meal ticket for catered, salad, eggplant parmesan, lasagna, and chocolate and vanilla birthday cake. It didn’t have those 72 candles, but three pieces of the cake gave me a sugar high that was better than the beer.

    The Eagles have been in that same location for almost three-quarters of a century doing work in the community that most often goes unnoticed because of the modest people who are members. I am so pleased that I get to help them tell the story of their quietly kept charity work. Also, I need to publicly thank “Eagle Rider” Larry Roberts for the invitation to attend and enjoy the warm hospitality, chance to meet new people and chat with old friends. All of them make Loveland the wonderful place to live and raise children that it is.

    In these videos, you will see a recap of the staggering amount these folks have raised over the years and the current round of checks they, with their typical modesty, presented. Checks were presented to the Make a Wish Foundation and to the Pink Ribbon Girls.

    Below are photos that Larry Roberts sent to me of their recent “Eagle Ride” that made possible their check to the Make a Wish Foundation.

    Below are photos that Larry Roberts sent to me of their recent “Eagle Ride” that made possible their check to the Make a Wish Foundation.

  • 27 Loveland High School Students raise $7,105 for CancerFree KIDS

    27 Loveland High School Students raise $7,105 for CancerFree KIDS

    Loveland, Ohio – Nine different teams were formed at Loveland High School in an effort to defeat childhood cancer: Cancer Dancers, Fighting Tigers, Full Send, Kickout Cancer, King Julian, Taffy’s Tots, The Raisas’, Tigers Against Cancer, and Tigers for the Fight.

    More than 650 Tri-State high school students and sponsors joined forces to raise $232,000 as part of CancerFree KIDS’ ninth annual Night for the Fight fundraising effort. This year’s event transformed into a virtual, one-week competition between March 6 – 13 to accommodate social distancing and other COVID-19 safety precautions. Organizers say this year’s event was a “rousing” success.

    “Our students came through for us once again, and we are astounded by their creativity and commitment to childhood cancer research, even when the current pandemic climate forced a big change,” says Jill Brinck, executive director, CancerFree KIDS. “We so appreciate the strong fundraising results, but the bigger win here is hundreds of kids and their collective effort to beat childhood cancer.”

    Averee Martin was the highest fundraiser for Loveland, raising $1,025.

    Chloe Etter, Ella Nagel, Rachel Yeager, Jenna Batsch, Tess Broermann, Babs Dwyer, Sarah Lolli, Sarah, McKenzie, Audrey Neltner, Lauren Poteet, Presley Beller, Mikayla Loomis, Maggie Norris, Emma Thomson, Brooke Richardson, Savannah Rudy, Grace Trombly, Melanie Anastasia, Sky Boyko, Lily Schroeder, Megan Varadachari, Paige Broermann, Ella Madson, Meghan Smith, Elly Steinbrunner, and Alexa Vallee all raised money.

    Traditionally, Night for the Fight is a 12-hour overnight event in which students learn about childhood cancer and take part in games and entertainment throughout the celebration. The 2021 “N4TF Fight Week” evolved into a virtual challenge in which student teams from 37 local high schools competed in scavenger hunt-style challenges by using a special mobile platform to submit photos and videos of their achievements. The 250 challenges ranged from mission-oriented to wacky activities that intend to help encourage children currently battling cancer.

    Clermont County-based TQL Foundation served as presenting sponsor of N4TF: Fight Week for a third year in a row. “Research is a critical component of fighting pediatric cancer, and CancerFree KIDS is leading the charge in that effort,” says Kerry Byrne, president, Total Quality Logistics. “We’re honored to support an effort that strongly aligns with our values and allows students to work toward a common goal.”

    Since its inception in 2013, Night for the Fight has raised more than $1.7 million for childhood cancer research. CancerFree KIDS is a Cincinnati-based non-profit organization that is committed to eradicating cancer as a life-threatening disease. Founded in 2002, the organization has funded more than $6 million in grants for promising research that would otherwise go unfunded. For more information about CancerFree KIDS, visit www.cancerfreekids.org.

    Here are some photos of the Loveland teens provided by Night for the Fight:

  • Local Teen Evan Osgood Awarded for his Dedication to Giving Back During the Pandemic!

    Local Teen Evan Osgood Awarded for his Dedication to Giving Back During the Pandemic!

    EVAN OSGOOD POSES WITH SOME OF THE TENS OF THOUSANDS OF MASKS THAT HIS NONPROFIT SOS FOR PPE HAS ASSEMBLED AND DISTRIBUTED TO THOSE IN NEED. (Photo courtesy of Evan Osgood)

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – Many people across the United States have had their own struggles during the COVID-19 pandemic, whether it be mentally, financially, or physically, each individual has been forced to find a way to deal with their obstacle in a positive way. Although some have found it tough to stay positive, Loveland teenager, Evan Osgood, decided to make it easier on those individuals by creating a non-profit in which they could not only get involved but also feel as though they were making a difference in the world!

    Over the past 9 months, Osgood has developed a network of over 4,000 volunteers across the United States who have both made and distributed over 125,000 items of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for those in need. This network of generosity has now been officially named SOS for PPE, a nonprofit organization that sends assembly kits to those wanting to give back by making face masks and shields at home using the assembly kits sent to them. After the individual makes the PPE it is then sent off and distributed to anyone in the country in need of PPE.

    EVAN OSGOOD CUTS FOAM THAT WILL BE USED TO BUILD PPE FOR THOSE VULNERABLE AND IN NEED DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC./COURTESY EVAN OSGOOD (Photo courtesy of Evan Osgood)

    Why you may ask did a 16-year-old decide to create and organize a global non-profit during a pandemic? Osgood said that he could no longer bear seeing individuals in hospitals, senior facilities, schools, and out in the community on his very own TV screen struggling to secure proper PPE so he asked himself, “What can I do to help?”

    In March, Osgood began making masks out of his own home and sending them to healthcare workers and others in need of PPE. Although Osgood was able to make around 8-10 masks an hour he quickly came to the realization that he would need many more people to help him make masks if he wanted to effectively impact the shortage of PPE. That’s when a lightbulb went off for Osgood! He thought, “If I can make 8-10 masks in an hour imagine how many could get produced if I had more hands-on-deck!” Fast forward to now, Osgood is officially the president of his very own non-profit, SOS for PPE.

    Osgood not only oversees the fundraising for SOS for PPE he also manages the supply chain, works with SOS for PPE partners to distribute the PPE, and of course works to grow both his non-profit’s volunteer and partnership networks. Click below to read all about SOS for PPE and how Osgood started his non-profit!

    Loveland High School student Evan Osgood creates non-profit to get help and Personal Protective Equipment to those who need it most

    Due to all of the success with SOS for PPE Osgood was honored with the Daily Point of Light Award. This particular honor according to the Points of Light website, “Celebrates the power of individuals who lead and lend support to causes they care about. We recognize their individual stories and lift them up to inspire others so we may each, in our own way, answer the call to make a difference.” In order to qualify for the Daily Point of Light Award the following criteria must be met:

    • Residency: Award nominees must be legal U.S. residents.
    • Service: All volunteer activities must be unpaid and cannot include court-ordered community service. Nominees who receive a nominal stipend for their service or receive paid time off to volunteer are eligible.
    • Timeline: Volunteer service must last for six uninterrupted months and still be ongoing (except disaster relief work).
    • Impact: Work should demonstrate real impact from the activity. Examples include the number of people served, money raised, etc.
    • Community need: Activity must meet a community need or concern. The nominee must have sustainability plans for their activity (ex. working with community organizations to continue their work, empowering service recipients to continue their work, etc.).

    Here at Loveland Magazine, we want to take a moment to congratulate Evan Osgood on receiving this prestigious honor! Creating such a valuable non-profit during times like these and at such a young age is not only impressive but inspirational to those out there wanting to make a difference!

    We would like to ask our loyal Loveland Magazine readers to support this fantastic cause by visiting SOS for PPE today and donating some of your time or dollars to making PPE for those who are desperately in need!

    Want to read more about Evan Osgood? Click below to read about his time at one of the top Education Conferences!

    LMS Student Evan Osgood on center stage at premier education conference
  • Local Facebook Group Fundraises for “Pay-to-Play” LHS Student-Athletes!

    Local Facebook Group Fundraises for “Pay-to-Play” LHS Student-Athletes!

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – Loveland has always been known as a community that gives back, and ALWAYS takes care of the youth. Over the past few months many have been fighting for the Loveland School levy because, without the appropriate funds, Tiger student-athletes have to “pay-to-play.”

    Recently two Loveland School levies failed, leaving both Tiger student-athletes and their parents at a stand-still. Now those Tigers wanting to participate in a sport will have to pay $310. This did not sit well with Loveland Tiger advocate, Tori Morrison, so with the approval of the Loveland Athletic Booster Board she created a Facebook group that would help those athletes that could not afford to pay the sports fees.

    “With the recent failure of two school levies, we knew that Pay to Play fees would be increasing this year,” Morrison explained, “In anticipation of that, the Athletic Boosters decided that we needed some way to help the athletes to continue to play. We feel that no tiger should be left out. Fees were previously $105 for all sports except football and lacrosse which were $155. Now all sports will be paying $310 per sport.”
    Morrison attended Loveland Schools from 2nd through 6th grade before she moved with her family to New Richmond where she eventually met her husband and moved back to Loveland when her oldest child entered into 3rd grade.

    “We have had three children graduate from Loveland schools – Ashlei (03), Chelsei (10), and Ben (20). My kids have been involved in soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, football, lacrosse, yearbook, drama, and choir,” Morrison said, “Over the years I have been a team mom for various sports and most recently organized and planned the Homecoming Parade for the last six years. When my son graduated I decided I was ready to become involved in a different way and decided to run for the Loveland Athletic Booster Board.”

    Morrison says that the newly created Facebook Group “Loveland Athletic Boosters” is focusing on raising money for the student-athletes that may not be able to afford the pay-to-play fees.

    “We want to share information and we encourage everyone to spread the word,” Morrison said, “The more people that join the group the more Tigers we can help! We want everyone to get a chance to play regardless of their financial situation. It’s going to be really tough for some families to pay the now $310 pay to play fee. Some athletes won’t be able to play at all and others will be forced to pick one sport where they used to be able to play two or three.” Many, many families have more than one child that will want to participate in a sport.

    Thus far Morrison told us that the entire Loveland Athletic Boosters (LAB) Board is behind the fundraising efforts including, President Jeff Williams, Vice President Rich Myklebust, Treasurer Stephanie Bashardoust, and Secretary Stacey Lund. Soon LAB will be offering Business Memberships which would be a first for the Board.

    I asked Morrison if the new Facebook Group would be holding any fundraising events and she said they are ALWAYS searching for new ideas and ways to raise money. The LAB’s do in fact have some awesome events planned that they hope will bring in a lot of funds for Tiger Student-Athletes.

    Learn more about the annual Golf Outing on July 27 at O’Bannon Creek  Golf Club.

    “Our annual Golf Outing is July 27 at O’Bannon Creek  Golf Club.

    The Membership drive kicks off on July 1 and fall student-athletes will be selling discount cards that will be good at local restaurants and businesses,” Morrison said, “We will also be having like we do every year in January our Tiger Ball. One hundred percent of the money from these events will go towards helping our student-athletes with fees, gear, and anything else they need.” 

    Here at Loveland Magazine we encourage everyone to join the Loveland Athletic Boosters Facebook Group and support the Tiger student-athletes!

    The group added Venmo so that it makes it easier to donate.

    You may also comment on the FB page to adopt a Tiger. To learn more about how you can get involved with helping Loveland’s Student-Athletes compete in sports visit the Loveland Athletic Booster Facebook Page or check their website at www.lovelandathleticboosters.com.

  • [Video] Rob Geiger announces milestone for Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery restoration project

    [Video] Rob Geiger announces milestone for Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery restoration project

    Loveland, Ohio – On Monday LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV took our camera to the Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery in the White Pillars subdivision where Rob Geiger made an important announcement regarding the on-going restoration project. Geiger is the President of the Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery Association.

    In an email to Loveland Magazine Geiger exclaimed, “Look what got installed May 1, 2020!”

    Geiger has worked for the last two years to make Loveland’s most significant historical site presentable again. They removed a 20-year old rusty and broken fence, installed a new one, removed dying trees that threatened the new fence and tombstones, attempted a gentle restoration of the 208-year-old tombstones, brought a historical marker that had been in storage to the cemetery, and just this week saw the installation of a historical wrought-iron gate.

    History of White Pillars

    In this video, you will see Geiger explain how all the work was accomplished and hear about how the community and local businesses pitched-in to accomplish it all.

    The cemetery is where Loveland’s “Founding Family” is buried and Rob is a direct ancestor.

    In this video clip, Rob Geiger talks about how important the Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery is to Loveland’s heritage.

    He also talks about the work the Association still hopes to accomplish as more funds become available.

    You can make a tax-deductible donation to help complete the project by sending a check to Geiger Made out to:

    Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery Association

    C/O Rob Geiger

    PO Box 25

    Loveland, Ohio 45140.

    Listen as Rob Geiger talks about the cultural significance of the Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery to the Greater Loveland Community…

     

    A note From Rob Geiger to the sponsors of the restoration project:

    I’d Like to thank:

    • David Miller – Loveland Magazine Media Sponsor
    • City Manager Dave Kennedy and City of Loveland Public Works
    • Kevin Egan – Ramsey Trailside and Paxton’s Grill
    • Steve Max – Loveland Legacy Foundation
    • Ralph Dunnigan and Sandy Russell – Paxton’s Grill
    • John Zielke – Ramsey’s Trailside
    • Gloria Wilson – Loveland Sweet Shop
    • Kevin Malof – Bonds Home Furnishings
    • Bill Re – Bush Re Shea Insurance Agency
    • American Legion Post 256
    • American Legion Auxiliary 256
    • Loveland Museum Center – Jan Beller
    • Paige Craig and Wand Langdon – Clough Valley Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution
    • Steve Rainey – Rainey Tree Service
    • Dale Eads and Becky Eads Sands – Eads Fence Company   

    Fun Facts

    Breakdown of the donations

    • Family of the Ramsey Paxton $6,175
    • Businesses $3,650
    • Fundraising Events (Total 4) $2,456
    • Individual donations $3,531

    Total $15,812

  • Loveland Student Hayley Creasy, Joins JDRF Ambassador Program

    Loveland Student Hayley Creasy, Joins JDRF Ambassador Program

    by Mihaela Manova

    Loveland, Ohio – Loveland Middle School student Hayley Creasy is set to join the highly selective, JDRF Ambassador program for the 2019-2020 year. JDRF or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation specializes in diabetic research, advocacy, and fundraising to find the ultimate cure for diabetes. At six-years-old, Hayley was diagnosed with type one diabetes (T1D) and now at twelve, she will join other ambassadors on their mission to educate the public about her condition. 

    JDRF has recognized Hayley’s strong work ethic and commitment, as she is passionate to talk about her battle with T1D and helps to educate others. When asked about living with T1D she explains, “ It means that your pancreas is completely dead and you have to give yourself insulin to survive. You have to be brave and strong even on your weakest days!” With strong positivity, Hayley will be speaking about the cause and sharing her story to schools, hospitals, and businesses while also participating in the JDRF’s other programs. 

    Living with T1D, Hayley is one of the estimated 38,000 people affected by this condition in southwest Ohio. T1D is an autoimmune disease – a condition where your immune system mistakenly attacks your body, which can affect people at any age and any time. With this condition, the pancreas will stop producing insulin, a hormone that allows your body to store energy for future use. When dealing with T1D, insulin is injected into the body through the abdomen, thigh, or arm for the pancreas to receive its needed supply.

    JDRF selects a small number of applicants who are vocal and open to put their stories and themselves in front of the public, to bring awareness and relate to those who feel underrepresented. While doing so, Youth

    Ambassadors can make close bonds with each other, bringing teamwork and inclusiveness as a bonus to their work. Executive Director Melissa Newman explains the company’s goal, “JDRF Youth Ambassadors are a critical part of our work, as they help advance the cause and bring awareness to type 1 diabetes. These young people volunteer their time and put themselves out there in sharing their story, which includes the struggles of living with T1D, and we are appreciative of their efforts.”

    As said by the organization’s website, JDRF is the leading global organization and the largest charitable supporter of type 1 diabetes research. It has awarded more than $1.6 million to diabetes research and has expanded the critical scientific understanding of T1D. While their numbers sky-rocket every year, this foundation makes it clear, “JDRF will not rest until T1D is fully conquered.”