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  • LGBTQ+ couples can adopt, but GOP rejects updating Ohio law to note that

    LGBTQ+ couples can adopt, but GOP rejects updating Ohio law to note that

    A LGBTQ+ rights demonstration Photo by Susan J. Demas, Michigan Advance.

    By Tyler Buchanan and Ohio Capital Journal

    Although it is legal in Ohio for LGBTQ+ couples to adopt, some GOP legislators want the state law to only acknowledge the adoption rights of heterosexual couples.

    A dispute over a single line in the 2,057-page state budget bill — passed by the Ohio House of Representatives on Wednesday — has some civil rights advocates frustrated as they continue urging the enactment of an anti-discrimination law in this state.

    Married LGBTQ+ couples have been allowed to adopt children in Ohio since the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges ruling legalized same-sex marriage across the country.

    Ohio’s adoption law, last updated in 1996, states that “a husband and wife together” may adopt so long as one of them is an adult.

    State Rep. Scott Oelslager, R-North Canton, leads the House Finance Committee.

    As part of his comprehensive budget plan, Gov. Mike DeWine proposed to update the language to instead read that any “legally married couple” can adopt.

    Republican lawmakers rejected that change and opted to keep the “husband and wife” language in place.

    House Finance Chairman Scott Oelslager said doing so carries no legal weight and that LGBTQ+ couples retain their right to adopt children. 

    “It’s a semantic issue. It does not prevent adoptions (for) same-sex couples,” the North Canton Republican said. “It’s just simply a semantic definition so to speak, or semantic statement that was in the code. 

    “It was just something some of our members wanted and part of my job as Finance Chairman, and the Speaker’s job, is to listen to our membership … our members feel strongly about it and that’s why we kept it in,” Oelslager continued.

    Oelslager was asked by reporters on Thursday to identify the Republican lawmakers who requested the state adoption law keep its “husband and wife” wording. He declined to name them.

    Later on Thursday, the Ohio Capital Journal obtained the budget amendment requests. Two Republican state representatives in particular asked that budget drafters strike the “legally married couple” reference and reinsert “husband and wife” — Reps. Reggie Stoltzfus, R-Paris Twp., and Derek Merrin, R-Monclova.

    Both EqualityOhio and the ACLU of Ohio oppose this decision from the House Republicans.

    “To uphold ‘husband and wife’ language in the budget plan is not only inaccurate, it’s also antiquated and exclusionary,” ACLU of Ohio executive director J. Bennett Guess said in a provided statement. 

    Seen is an original draft of the budget considered by the Ohio House of Representatives. Gov. Mike DeWine proposed changing the adoption eligibility language  to read “legally married couple,” but GOP Reps. Reggie Stoltzfus and Derek Merrin requested the decades-old “husband and wife” language remain in state law.

    Guess said it is “essential that inclusive, equality-based definitions” be reflected in state law.

    Dominic Detwiler, the public policy strategist for EqualityOhio, too said the organization would like to see the language updated.

    More broadly, Detwiler said EqualityOhio is focused on the enactment of the Ohio Fairness Act — proposed legislation that would prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill would protect LGBTQ+ Ohioans from housing and job discrimination.

    Lawmakers have worked toward passing this anti-discrimination legislation for two decades, though advocates are encouraged by the bill’s prospects this time around.

    That’s partially due to the bipartisan support it has received in what is now the 10th attempt, as both the House and Senate versions are sponsored by a Republican and Democratic legislator. Every other Democrat in the Ohio General Assembly has signed on as a cosponsor, while three Republicans have done so.

    “The momentum is building and I think everybody understands that protecting people from discrimination isn’t really a partisan issue,” Detwiler said.

    There has yet to be a committee hearing on the Ohio Fairness Act, which is endorsed by the Ohio Chamber of Commerce and other organizations. 

    Oelslager said Thursday that besides those supporting the legislation, there are also groups in Ohio that “push back very hard” against prohibiting LGBTQ+ discrimination.

    “That’s the balance that we have to, the legislature would have to address here,” he said, adding there is not just “one side” to this issue. “Both sides are very sincere in their efforts.”

  • “Rolling Mondays” Part 2 was a Success too!

    “Rolling Mondays” Part 2 was a Success too!

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – Eating Out to Help Out has brought the community of Loveland together once again for Coach Darnell Parker, only this time The Works Pizza helped us all Roll on into Monday!

    On Monday, April 19th, The Works Pizza located at 20 Grear Millitzer Place in Historic Downtown Loveland, hosted the 2nd round of “Rolling Mondays,” a fundraiser dedicated to Loveland High School’s (LHS) Women’s Basketball Coach Darnell Parker as he battles his way through Colin and Liver Cancer. The Works Pizza’s Owner Scott Gordon not only donated 10 percent of The Work’s sales for the day to Coach Parker’s Cancer bill fund he also helped organize a “Bartender’s Competition,” in which those involved in organizing Rolling Mondays competed for the most tips, which ultimately were donated to Coach Parker as well!

    “Coach Parker’s smile lights up any room he is in,” Scott Gordon said, “He brings so much positive energy to the kids on his team. I am happy to do a small part in helping him know he is appreciated, and we are returning as much joy as he gives.”

    The Works Bartender’s Competition held from 6 PM-10 PM ended up being quite a hit as each competitor collected more than anyone could have hoped for! I competed first ending with $113, Jill Dressell, the parent of an LHS basketball player, competed next collecting $154, Brad Early, Assistant Varsity Coach for the LHS Women’s Basketball team, and a parent of a player, was the next competitor earning $212, and Jodi Stanton, the parent of a former LHS Women’s Basketball player, competed last adding $177 to the Coach Parker fund. The winner of the Bartender’s Competition was Brad Early earning a total of $212. Early won a $25 gift card to Tahona which was donated by former player Kate Garry’s dad, Brain Garry.

    “I was blown away by the support for Darnell from the Loveland Community,” Brad Early said, “I had so much fun guest bartending and winning the competition! Huge shout out to Ashley, the true bartender, and The Works for hosting this event.”

    The Split the Pot also continued on Monday night from 6 PM-8 PM. LHS’s Women’s Basketball players did their absolute best to collect funds from those that attended in honor of Coach Parker. It was announced by Jessica Early, one of Rolling Mondays organizers, that after the 2nd Rolling Monday the Split the Pot is now officially at $800!

    After hearing about all of the generous donations from the community as well as seeing all the support surrounding him at both Rolliing Mondays, Coach Darnell Parker voiced that he couldn’t say thank you enough to everyone involved!

    “The last two Mondays have been an absolute blast! Although I knew people came out to support me, it didn’t feel like a pity party and I appreciated that. These last two Mondays at Bishop’s Quarter and The Works have felt more like a family reunion than a benefit,” Parker said, “And that is what makes Loveland so special! We take care of and support our own, and I’m proud to be a part of this wonderful community!”

    Coach Parker’s finance, Samantha McElfresh, also expressed her gratitude for those supporting Darnell.

    “The Rolling Mondays have been better than I could have expected. The amount of love and support the Loveland community has shown is amazing,” McElfresh said, “It has made this journey a little easier knowing we have so much support. I never knew I could like Monday’s as much as I do after Rolling Mondays! I cannot wait to see the turnout  at the next one.” 

    The next and final Rolling Monday will be held at Narrow Path Brewing Company located on the Loveland Bike Trail at 106 Karl Brown Way in Historic Downtown Loveland on Monday, April 26th. 30 percent of the sales throughout the day at Narrow Path Brewing will go towards Coach Parker’s Cancer bills. From 6 PM-8 PM, LHS athletes will be once again running the Split the Pot so be sure to come out to get your entry in as the pot is now over $800!

    “I’m am very excited about getting together at Narrow Path,” Coach Parker said, “Narrow Path is another great Loveland establishment and it is going to be a great day on Monday. I would like to invite the entire community to come out and have a great time! I think it’s important that we continue to support our great treasures in Downtown Loveland, and Narrow Path is one of the best!”

    If you haven’t had the chance to come out to Downtown Loveland for Rolling Mondays to support Coach Parker now is your chance! Head on down to Narrow Path Brewing Company this Monday, April 26th, and join us as we rally around Coach Parker for the 3rd and final round of Rolling Mondays!

    Were you not able to make it to round 2 of Rolling Mondays at The Works Pizza in Historic Downtown Loveland, Ohio? No worries! We captured all the special moments from the night! Check out the photos below!

  • LHS Students Raise $94,908 for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society!

    LHS Students Raise $94,908 for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society!

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – Team CUREage 2.0 for the victory! Although Loveland High School (LHS) students, Carly Wilhoite, Bella Dillhoff, and Morgan Wheeler did not win the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) annual “Students Of The Year” campaign, which raises funds and awareness for blood cancer research, their group appropriately named “Team CUREage 2.0” still managed to raise $94,908!

    “One of the most important things I learned throughout this is to not be afraid of No and actually become used to it,” said Bella Dillhoff, “You have to get through a bunch of No’s just to get one Yes. We’d like to thank everyone who supported our campaign by going to various events and donating to our page. But most of all thank you to our moms who kept pushing us not to stop,” Dillhoff added.

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    Within the Cincinnati area the “Students of the Year” campaign, which was comprised of 12 teams, managed to raise $624,841 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. In addition to the thousands of dollars, Team CUREage 2.0 was able to raise, LHS’s Ellie Carr was selected to be a part of the LLS 5k Club. Team CUREage 2.0 was also able to complete the LLS 50-state challenge by getting a minimum of $25 donated to the cause by each of the 50 states. Bella Dillhoff was also recognized by being selected to receive the LLS Community Involvement Award because she was able to get the ENTIRE community of Loveland involved in the Students of the Year campaign.

    Team CUREage 2.0 team member, Carly Wilhoite had a lot to say about how gracious everyone in the community was in regards to their donations to the cause.

    “Thank you to all of my teammates for all your hard work on getting donations, thank you to all of the local restaurants that graciously teamed up with us to plan Fund-the-Nights, and thank you to those who sponsored our t-shirt sales,” Willhoite said, “The biggest thank you goes to our moms for being so supportive and helping us through the whole process.”

    Morgan Wheeler, another Team CUREage 2.0 team member said that the Bourbon Raffle and “Brewery Nights” were the two events that enabled them to raise the most donations. Some of the other successful donation outlets were Split The Pot, the Gift Basket Raffles, T-Shirt Sales, and the Team CUREage 2.0 Dodgeball Tournament.

    Wheeler briefly reminisced on the night of the finale of the Students of the Year campaign and how truly nervous she was about the results.

    “The night of the finale, I was definitely nervous but almost like a calm nervous. At that point, I didn’t really care about winning the competition, I was simply just proud of us for raising an insane amount of money,” Wheeler said, “I am a naturally competitive person, and winning usually is the goal for me, but our campaign almost realigned my priorities. Winning didn’t matter, as long as we could save a life. Thank you to our community, this was not just an LLS Students of the Year campaign, it was an LLS Community of the Year campaign!”

    When asked about the finale of the Students of the Year campaign Carly Wilhoite shared that a special memory she will hold close to her heart from that night is “the dance party” everyone participated in!

    https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.wilhoite.1/posts/10225254194640519

    Congratulations to Team CUREage 2.0! We are so proud of all of you for everything you have done for the community and those fighting Leukemia and Lymphoma. Keep on being the amazing citizens you are. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for all of you. Check out another article on the unstoppable Team CUREage 2.0 below!

    Watch out Loveland Here Comes Team CUREage 2.0!

    For more of the Loveland Salad With Me, Cassie Mattia, stay tuned!

  • Community Rally’s Around LHS’s Coach Parker at Opening Night of “Rolling Mondays!”

    Community Rally’s Around LHS’s Coach Parker at Opening Night of “Rolling Mondays!”

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – It’s official! Loveland High School’s (LHS) Women’s Basketball Coach, Darnell Parker, has quite a loyal fanbase of Tigers! 

    On Monday, April 12th, Bishop’s Quarter, located in Downtown Historic Loveland, hosted “Rolling Mondays,” a fundraiser in support of Coach Darnell Parker as he battles Colin and Liver Cancer. The first Rolling Monday proved to be a success as fundraiser organizers, Jessica Early, Jodi Stanton, Loveland Magazine, and several LHS parents and local business owners, brought the community together to generate funds to help pay Coach Parker’s Cancer bills. 

    Beginning at 6 PM the community began to “Roll” into Bishop’s Quarter so that they could “Eat Out to Help Out” Coach Parker. The fun-filled night kicked off with the serving of the “Coach’s Cocktail,” which included Tito’s, muddled strawberries, lime, basil, and simple syrup. I for one can say that the cocktail was not only unbelievable but very popular with those that attended the fundraiser! 

    While Coach Parker’s fans enjoyed their cocktails they were able to enjoy spectacular live music provided by Brad Martin, and yes he did dedicate “Paparazzi” by Lady Gaga to yours truly! As if the fantastic live music and refreshing cocktails weren’t enough, LHS Women’s and Men’s Basketball players competed against one another to see who could get the most entries into the Split the Pot drawing (Women’s Team) or the Gift Basket Raffle (Men’s Team)! The winning team ended up being the LHS Women’s Basketball Team but that doesn’t go without saying that the Gift Baskets were beautifully done and included a lot of superb prizes. The Split the Pot rounded out to be a whopping $500 for the very first Rolling Monday!

    Towards the end of the fundraiser, it was easy to see that Coach Darnell Parker has touched a lot of people’s lives with his vibrant personality, competitive drive, unbelievable coaching skill set, and ability to help so many athletes succeed.

    Bishop’s Quarter was filled with many pillars of the community on Monday night and they wanted to share with YOU what their experience was like at the first Rolling Monday EVER! Here are a few of those individuals’ thoughts about their “Eat Out to Help Out” night at Bishop’s Quarter!

    “Bishop’s Quarter was honored to support Darnell and his fight against cancer. It was my first time meeting Darnell and it did not take long to understand why so many people care about him and support him in his fight vs. cancer,” Co-Owner of Bishop’s Quarter, Mark Wiehe said, “He is an amazing and inspiring guy and I left our first meeting feeling like we have known each other for years. I was extremely proud as a Loveland resident and business owner to see the support shown by the school, basketball program, and community. Thank you, Cassie and Loveland Magazine for your support of Coach Darnell!!”

    “The first of the three Rolling Monday events to support Coach Parker was incredible! Bishop Quarter management, Mark and Kevin, hosted a fantastic evening,” LHS parent and one of the Rolling Monday organizers, Jessica Early said, “Loveland Magazine’s sponsorship and support were fantastic. Our Loveland community showed up with love, energy and amazing generosity. It truly was a special night in Loveland and we look forward to the next Rolling Monday event, Monday, April 19th at The Works!  I’m sure it will be wonderful.” 

    “Because I respect coach Parker and his team so much I jumped at the chance for Loveland Magazine to be the media sponsor,” Loveland Magazine Editor in Chief David Miller said, “I was so impressed with what Jodi and Jessica did! I was especially impressed with their organizing skills! I truly appreciated the wonderful hospitality Bishop’s Quarter and staff showed to all, it was a memorable night.”

    Thank you so much to everyone who contributed to making the night such a big success! We appreciate YOU!

    Here at Loveland Magazine, we of course had to capture the magic of the very first Rolling Monday so please enjoy the video footage and photos captured by both David Miller and myself!

    The next Rolling Monday is set to kick off at The Works Pizza located at 20 Grear Millitzer in Downtown Loveland on April 19th with activities from 6 PM-10 PM. The Works Pizza will be holding a Bartender Competition from 6 PM-10 PM in which guest appearances will be made by several Loveland community leaders! I will be guest bartending from 6 PM-6:45 PM, Jill Dressell (parent of a LHS basketball player) will be taking the 7 PM-7:45 PM time slot, Brad Early (Assistant Varsity Coach for the LHS Women’s Basketball team and a LHS parent) will be competing from 8 PM-8:45 PM, and Jodi Stanton (Parent of a former LHS Women’s Basketball player and current LHS Men’s basketball player) will be running the bar from 9 PM-9:45 PM.

    The guest bartender with the most tips (tips will be donated to Coach Parker) will win the competition! Split the Pot tickets will also be sold from 6 PM-8 PM.

    We hope to see the Loveland community and beyond at next week’s Rolling Monday at The Works Pizza! Believe me you won’t want to miss out on all the fun and the opportunity to give back to Coach Darnell Parker!

  • Introducing the “Menu” for the 2021 Loveland Food Truck Rally!

    Introducing the “Menu” for the 2021 Loveland Food Truck Rally!

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – The 8th Annual Loveland Food Truck Rally, presented by Wolterman Law, is back and better than ever, and now The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance (LMRCA) has shared the Food Truck line up with us!

    On May 8th from 3 PM to 10 PM at Shopper’s Haven Plaza on Loveland-Madeira Road, The Loveland Food Truck Rally will be welcoming 22 Food Trucks that will be serving up everything from Chicken Mac to Funnel Cakes to creamy Loveland Dairy Whip ice cream! Check out the Food Truck line-up below!

    Adeena’s Beef Stroll
    All American Grill
    Best Thing Smokin
    Caveman Café
    Chicken Mac 
    East Coast Eatz
    Funnel Vision
    Graeters
    Jenn’s Hot Tamale
    Just Jerks
    Kona Ice
    Loveland Dairy  Whip
    Mama Bears Mac
    Patriot  Grill
    Philly Pretzel
    Red Sesame
    Rock and Rolls
    Steak it Easy
    Sweet Maize
    Sweets and Meats
    Texas Joe
    The Cheesecakery

    The Loveland Food Truck Rally is of course both family-friendly and free to attend! Guests that attend will have the option to stay and take in the atmosphere by tailgating near their cars with their delicious food or they may take their food and beverages to go. Feel free to bring along your own folding chairs to your tailgating set-up, but please do not bring coolers or outside food and beverages as the Food Truck Rally will have plenty of food for you to enjoy as well as a variety of beer, wine, water, and soda for sale.

    The LMRCA has made COVID-19 safety their top priority so that the community can celebrate the beginning of summer while still feeling safe and at ease! Masks will be required for the event and only may be taken off when seated and consuming food. 

    The Loveland Food Truck Rally will also include spectacular nationally recognized live entertainment by The Dan Varner Band! In between live music, at 6 PM, several City of Loveland officials will be present to address previously submitted questions by the community. Click “Contact” to submit your question to be answered at the Food Truck Rally by the Loveland City Officials.

    At 6’4”, good-humored, warm, and sincere, Dan Varner’s stage presence demands attention. Fans and industry insiders agree.

    Meet Dan Varner

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    • Proud member, as an artist, of the CMA, ACM & ICMA
    • #1 ICMA Charting Song “When Mama Prayed” 
    • Multiple Top 5 Charting ICMA songs
    • Opening act for the following country superstars: Blake Shelton, Dan & Shay, Kip Moore, Rodney Atkins, Sara Evans, Easton Corbin, John Michael Montgomery, Tracy Lawrence, Craig Morgan, Little Texas, Confederate Railroad, Randy Houser and many more.
    • Nashville benefit performance with country star Taylor Swift
    • Nashville “In the Round” performance with Music Row’s top hit- makers
    • CEA Finalist For Best Country Band multiple years
    • Voted #1 Original Music, Best Singer and Best Original Band by CincyVibe Magazine readers
    • Voted one of the top three bands in the Ohio tri-state area
    • Multiple, live on-air radio & TV performances within regional markets

    If you are a business that would like to be involved in the Food Truck Rally this year, there will be booths available for rent. Click “Contact” to rent a booth for your business!

    For more 2021 Loveland Food Truck Rally updates stay tuned to the Loveland Salad With Me, Cassie Mattia!

  • Former Loveland Police officer faces new charge – Felonious Assault

    Former Loveland Police officer faces new charge – Felonious Assault

    Loveland, Ohio – Today, Hamilton County Prosecutor Joseph T. Deters announced a new indictment of former Loveland Police officer Anthony Pecord for one count of Felonious Assault. If convicted of this charge, he faces a maximum sentence of 8 additional years in prison. (Former Loveland Police Officer Anthony Pecord pleads down to three counts of Gross Sexual Imposition)

    Deters asks anyone who has had sexual contact with Pecord since 2016, and believes they may have been exposed, to contact Detective Jack Losekamp with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department at 513-595-7484.

    In March, Pecord pled guilty to three counts of Gross Sexual Imposition (F4) and was sentenced to 4 years in prison related to an incident that took place on January 24, 2021.

    Post-conviction, it was determined that Pecord was HIV-positive, and was aware of his HIV status prior to his unlawful sexual conduct with the victim according to a statement released by the Prosecutor’s office. “The victim was not aware of Pecord’s HIV status, and did not consent to the sexual conduct with the defendant.”

    Deters commented, “The trauma of a sexual assault is something that changes you forever. To add to that the fear of contracting HIV is horrifying for the victim.”

    Pecord was originally indicted by a Hamilton County Grand Jury on March 15 on 16 counts; 8 counts of Rape, and 8 counts of Sexual Battery. In the original complaint filed by Hamilton County detective Jack Losekamp, Pecord was charged with raping the victim while the victim was unconscious and unable to consent due to intoxication. Losekamp said that the victim was surreptitiously given an intoxicant, a first-degree felony. The complaint alleged there was forensic evidence on Pecord’s cell phone that he committed the crime.

  • Over 20 Food Trucks set to be at the 2021 Loveland Food Truck Rally!

    Over 20 Food Trucks set to be at the 2021 Loveland Food Truck Rally!

    At Shopper’s Haven from 3 until 10 PM

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – It’s back and better than ever! The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance (LMRCA) will be kicking off the 8th Annual Loveland Food Truck Rally, presented by Wolterman Law, on May 8th from 3 PM to 10 PM at Shopper’s Haven Plaza on Loveland-Madeira Road.

    This year the Loveland Food Truck Rally, both family-friendly and free to attend, will be bringing in over 20 food trucks for the community to enjoy! Guests that attend will have the option to stay and take in the atmosphere by tailgating near their cars with their delicious food or they may take their food and beverages to go. Feel free to bring along your own folding chairs to your tailgating set-up, but please do not bring coolers or outside food and beverages as the Food Truck Rally will have plenty of food for you to enjoy as well as a variety of beer, wine, water, and soda for sale.

    The LMRCA has made COVID-19 safety their top priority so that the community can celebrate the beginning of summer while still feeling safe and at ease! Masks will be required for the event and only may be taken off when seated and consuming food.

    The Loveland Food Truck Rally will also include spectacular nationally recognized live entertainment by The Dan Varner Band! In between live music, at 6 PM, several City of Loveland officials will be present to address previously submitted questions by the community. Click “Contact” to submit your question to be answered at the Food Truck Rally by the Loveland City Officials.

    At 6’4”, good-humored, warm, and sincere, Dan Varner’s stage presence demands attention. Fans and industry insiders agree.

    Meet Dan Varner

    • Proud member, as an artist, of the CMA, ACM & ICMA
    • #1 ICMA Charting Song “When Mama Prayed” 
    • Multiple Top 5 Charting ICMA songs
    • Opening act for the following country superstars: Blake Shelton, Dan & Shay, Kip Moore, Rodney Atkins, Sara Evans, Easton Corbin, John Michael Montgomery, Tracy Lawrence, Craig Morgan, Little Texas, Confederate Railroad, Randy Houser and many more.
    • Nashville benefit performance with country star Taylor Swift
    • Nashville “In the Round” performance with Music Row’s top hit- makers
    • CEA Finalist For Best Country Band multiple years
    • Voted #1 Original Music, Best Singer and Best Original Band by CincyVibe Magazine readers
    • Voted one of the top three bands in the Ohio tri-state area
    • Multiple, live on-air radio & TV performances within regional markets

    If you are a business that would like to be involved in the Food Truck Rally this year, there will be booths available for rent. Click “Contact” to rent a booth for your business!

    For more 2021 Loveland Food Truck Rally updates stay tuned to the Loveland Salad With Me, Cassie Mattia!

  • [Video] Senior Miya Brines sets Loveland High School high jump record

    [Video] Senior Miya Brines sets Loveland High School high jump record

    by Grace Nunn

    Loveland, Ohio – Senior Miya Brines set a new Loveland High School high jump record on Saturday, March 27 clearing the bar at 5’6 1/2″ in the Loveland dual meet vs Princeton at Tiger Stadium. She placed 1st in the high jump.

    LHS Senior Miya Brines

    “I am very honored to be in the Loveland High School record books with so many other athletes. I believe hard work and dedication have a big impact on the way I perform and compete as an athlete,” Brines said.

    Miya also thanked her coaches for investing their time and effort into herself and the team and cannot wait for her future as an athlete.

    The previous record was 5’6 set in 2016 by Kendall Ewert.

    She also came in 1st in the long jump with a leap of 16′-10.75″, 1st in the 100-meter hurdles running a 14.59, and 1st in the 300 Meter hurdles at 48.67.

    Brines will continue her track and academic career at the University of Iowa.

    Complete Meet Results
  • Do you know: The man who used his wife’s fortune to fund the freedom of over 1,400 slaves.

    Do you know: The man who used his wife’s fortune to fund the freedom of over 1,400 slaves.

    by Barbara Kyles

    Do you know that Thomas Garrett unabashedly gave life to his abolitionist ideals?

    Please read more about Garrett at Black Then…

    And read even more about this leader of abolitionism at Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia…

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  • Paxton’s Grill Invites YOU to its Annual Golf Outing Benefiting CancerFree Kids!

    Paxton’s Grill Invites YOU to its Annual Golf Outing Benefiting CancerFree Kids!

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – It’s that time of year again for the Annual Paxton’s Grill Golf Outing!

    This year the 16th Annual Paxton’s Grill Golf Outing will be once again benefiting CancerFree Kids, a local non-profit that has made it their mission to raise money for children’s cancer research. The benefit will take place at Hickory Woods Golf Course, located at 1240 Hickory Woods Drive, Loveland, Ohio, on June 11th and 12th.

    Paxton’s Grill Golf Outing has had a great turn out in its past benefits so they set a goal of $75,000 to raise during the outing this year. As of current, they have already reached $17,735.

    Want to learn how you can get involved with this incredible event? Well, Loveland Magazine has got you covered as we decided to pay Paxton’s Grill a visit and chat with co-owner Ralph Dunnigan about why this benefit is so important to him and even more important for the community to show their support for CancerFree Kids. Click below to hear all about the 2021 Annual Paxton’s Grill Golf Outing benefiting CancerFree Kids!

    Still photos in the video are a combination of images from Paxton’s Grill and photos by David Miller during the 2018 Golf Outing.

    Still photos in the video are a combination of images from Paxton’s Grill and photos by David Miller during the 2018 Golf Outing.

    Need more details about the 2021 Paxton’s Grill Golf Outing? Click the “Event Details” box below!

    EVENT DETAILS

    Want to register for the Paxton’s Golf Outing Benefit? Click the “Register” box below!

    REGISTER

    Are you a business or individual that wants to Sponsor a golfer or be a part of the Logo Swag Gift that will be given out at the Golf Outing Benefit? Click the “Sponsor” box below!

    SPONSOR

    If you would like even more details about the 2021 Paxton’s Grill Golf Outing benefiting CancerFree Kids you can visit Paxton’s Grill website or CancerFree Kids website!