A photo of Rev. Hamilton at the public event he organized in the Loveland area last July. Despite his failing health, he gathered community leaders and officials from all around the Cincinnati area. Hamilton’s “Loveland Movement” was subtitled – Love always seems to find a way to help.
Rev. Allison Jonathan “A.J.” Hamilton of Loveland, Ohio
Loving husband of 61 years to Nancy Ann (nee Lewis) Hamilton.
Beloved father of Dorothy (Morris) Scott, Pamela (Richard) Crutcher, Stewart “Bo” Hamilton, Connie Hamilton and Faith Hamilton. Proud grandfather of Leslie Hamilton, Constance Bowen, Kyle Hamilton, Allyson (Travis) Winston, Deidre (Byron) Barnes, Richard Crutcher II., Victoria (Michael) Brown, Megan Hamilton, Dana Jenkins and Leigh Jenkins. Great grandfather of Myah, Jayden, Anya, Madison and Noah. Dear brother of Rev. Ralph Hamilton,, Earl Hamilton, Lawrence Hamilton Sr., Donald Hamilton, Ann Osborne and Ethel Norman Combs.
A.J. was preceded in death by his wife Nancy Ann; his parents Alvin and Esther; three brothers, Earl, Lawrence, and Donald; and two sisters, Ann and Ethel.
A.J. read Bible scriptures daily, loved to golf, bake and cook, fish, play football and card games, and was a community activist. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in November 1952.
A Loveland High School yearbook photo of Allison “A.J.” Hamilton (1947 or 1948)
A.J. departed on February 10, 2018 at the age of 87. He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his brother, five children, ten grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and a host of family and friends.
Family and friends will be received from 9-11 AM on Saturday, February 17 at Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home, 129 N Riverside Ave, Loveland, OH 45140, where services will be held at 11 AM.
Family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the American Cancer Society, Address: PO Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK US 73123-1718.
Dennis Drinnen, Adam Engel, Jim Gruver and Sarah (Leeper) Lucas all part of the 2017 Hall of Fame Class
Loveland, Ohio – This video was shot at half-time of the mens varsity game on February 2 when the Class of 2017 Loveland High School Athletic Hall of Fame inductees were recognized
Members inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame included: Adam Engel, LHS Class of 2010; Dennis Drinnen, LHS Class of 1964; Jim Gruver, LHS Class of 1974; and, Sarah (Leeper) Lucas, LHS Class of 2007.
Dennis Drinnen graduated from Loveland High School in 1964 where he played varsity football as team captain, was awarded District Athlete of the Year, played varsity baseball and earned a four-year scholarship to attend the University of Kentucky and play football.
Adam Engel graduated from Loveland High School in 2010 where as a student-athlete he was a highly award baseball player, earning Player of the Year, and all-time career leader in batting average, and all-time season leader in doubles. Engel was the Edward Jones Student Athlete of the Month, LaRosa’s Male Athlete of the Year, and also played varsity football and varsity basketball. He attended the University of Louisville on a four-year baseball scholarship and transitioned into a professional-athlete for the Chicago White Sox Baseball Organization.
Jim Gruver graduated from Loveland High School in 1974 after playing as a student-athlete in football, basketball and varsity track. He has continued to be an integral part of the Tiger Athletic Family through his service as a score keeper for basketball, a clock keeper for football, an announcer for basketball and a clock keeper and announcer for soccer.
Sarah (Leeper) Lucasgraduated from Loveland High School in 2007 where she was a student- athlete for varsity cross country – earning Team MVP, Division I State Champion (2003), and Enquirer Runner of the Year. In track (2003), she earned first team all ECC, second in District, third place in Region, and fourth place at State in the 3200.
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Matt Huether studies stats to predict the outcome of Loveland High School sorting contests
This rare Thursday night mens basketball is a make-up game. It will be played in the Loveland gym at 7:30 PM. The Tigers also play the Wolves in the regular season finale on Friday at 7:30 when they travel to West Clermont High School.
The Loveland Tigers match up against the Wolves of West Clermont in a meaningful conference game on Thursday. For Loveland ( 5-15, 3-9 conf) this game could jump start some momentum going into the postseason. For West Clermont (13-6, 7-5 conf) this game could boost their standings as the Wolves from West Clermont are a game back of the Milford Eagles.
For Loveland look for Junior Guard Jalen Greiser who averages 13.8 points per game on 42.0% shooting. For Loveland look for Junior Guard Matt Toigo who averages 9.7 points per game on 52.6% shooting (45.6% from 3). Also for Loveland look for Junior Forward Tripp Willis who averages 8.3 points per game on 42.7% shooting. Tripp also averages 4.4 rebounds a game (0.9 offensive) and 1.2 blocks a game.
For West Clermont look for Senior Guard Jay Tiemeyer who averages 16.4 points per game on 46.8% shooting (41.9% from 3). Also look for Senior Forward Dallas Padgitt who averages 9.8 points per game on 52.2% shooting. Dallas also averages 5.1 rebounds a game (1.3 offensive) and is shooting 68.9% from the line.
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Loveland, Ohio – On the evening of Tuesday, January 23rd, local volunteer and business owner Kay Bolin was announced as the 2018 Loveland Valentine Lady. Bolin will fill the community-centric roles of Valentine Lady by visiting classrooms, churches and retirement homes and spreading a message of love and kindness. In a Loveland first, she was escorted by local restaurant manager, Cory Partin.
Kay Bolin O’Grady and Cory Partin speak to a class of first graders
“As of Friday, February 9th, Cory and I have visited 4 schools, 56 classes and approximately 1100 students. I spend 15 – 20 minutes in each class and my focus is sharing a story about love and kindness.”
The Valentine Lady program started in 1971, and began the tradition of Loveland postcards with the phrase “There is nothing in this world so sweet as love” which is still used today. That year the first “Valentine Lady” volunteered to handle the postcards, and the position has stuck. Each year, a new Valentine Lady is chosen for their community presence and volunteerism to continue the tradition. This year, the position has been passed along to Kay Bolin.
Kay Bolin presents a story about love and kindness
Watch Bolin’s induction as the 2018 Valentine Lady here:
Kay Bolin has been the director of marketing and sales at Whistle Stop Clayworks in downtown Loveland since 2009. The 2018 Valentine Lady opened the ceramics teaching studio and gallery with her husband, Tim O’Grady after purchasing an abandoned petroleum distribution business building in Historic Loveland.
Bolin is active with the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance Board Of Directors and a frequent participant at chamber events. She also contributes her time to Loveland Stage Company. Past roles have included the Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum, Loveland Beautification and the Loveland Arts Council (of which Bolin was president for several years). Bolin as awarded the Community Involvement Award by the Chamber of Commerce in 2015.
In a Loveland first, Bolin was escorted by the manager of Tano Bistro & Catering, Cory Partin. “I would like to mention though that this year is the first year the program has a Valentine Lady Escort, Cory Partin is the 2018 Valentine Lady Escort and I am thrilled to have him by my side. We are having a blast and it is so awesome for us to share love and kindness in a community we both love so much,” Bolin claimed.
Kay Bolin poses with Loveland Elementary students. Bolin O’Grady has already spoken to hundreds of students.
Q&A With Kay Bolin:
Loveland Magazine: How long have you been in Loveland? What brought you here?
Kay Bolin: I moved to Loveland in 1992 when my job at the time transferred me here from Atlanta.
LM: What was the process that led you to become the 2018 Valentine Lady? How were you nominated?
KB: I was nominated by two dear friends. The process is all letters of nominations, which are due to the LMRCA in early November. They are then reviewed by the Valentine Program Committee which is made up of a representative from the school district, local business, and all previous Valentine Ladies. They vote on who they feel have distinguished themselves by their commitment and involvement in our community. It’s quite an honor to be nominated much less chosen. It was humbling.
LM: For anyone interested in being the 2019 Valentine Lady … what advice would you give?
KB: That’s a little difficult for me to answer as I didn’t plan on being a Valentine Lady– I just love our community and loved being involved… I think that is probably the common thread between most of the Valentines Ladies. And if you are fortunate enough to be chosen, have fun with it and keep in mind the theme of the Valentine Program: There is nothing in this world so sweet as love.
LM: Do you think a community can love?
KB: Yes, I do. I think that Loveland is a very loving community.
LM: What roles does a Loveland valentine lady hold. What have/will you do?
KB: My first schedule is going to various schools (pre-school through 3rd grade) from February 1 – 14. As of Friday, February 9th, Cory and I have visited 4 schools, 56 classes, and approximately 1,100 students. I spend 15 – 20 minutes in each class and my focus is sharing a story about love and kindness. I tell the children a story. Many end up teary-eyed, others confused. But most understand the message.
Another fun role is going to Loveland Health Care and crowning the Valentine King and Queen and visiting the Lodge Retirement Community for cookie decorating. But I am available to all area businesses, schools and nursing homes… just wherever I can share some love and kindness.
Loveland first graders decorate Valentines.
A Loveland first grader’s card along with the Loveland 2018 Valentine stampCory Partin and Kay Bolin O’Grady tell a story to a class of elementary school students. The 2018 Valentine Lady plans to retell the story at the The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance Valentine breakfast.
The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance Valentine Breakfast was on February 9 at the Oasis Conference Center at 8 AM. At the breakfast, it was announced that Kay Bolin is the 2018 Loveland Valentine Lady, following in the footsteps of Carol Williams. Poetry contest winners read their poems with past Valentine ladies in attendance.
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Johnnie Kanoza is the program coordinator for LEAAD
Hello Tiger Family!
My name is Johnnie Kanoza, and I am the new Loveland City School District program coordinator for Loveland Educating Against Alcohol & Drugs, or – as we like to call it – LEAAD. This group, formally known as the Loveland Drug Task Force is in a transitional pilot year, but with the same commitment to stand – school and community – united as one to bring positive impact to our students.
United as one to bring positive impact to our students.
I have a true passion for health and wellness, with more than 10 years of professional experience in personal training and health coaching; in addition to my exciting new role with LEAAD, I am also the owner of Empowher Fitness Studio, focusing on women’s health.
From youth obesity to eating disorders, from alcohol consumption to drug use – addiction can present itself in many ways. As parents, we also have seen how social media has influenced behaviors and perceptions – one being a strong desire for instant gratification.
In Loveland, with LEAAD – we are looking for opportunities to educate both parents and students to inspire the desire for true change.
In Loveland, with LEAAD – we are looking for opportunities to educate both parents and students to inspire the desire for true change; this involves a different level of connection. If we can start this process when the need arises it can change the life direction for our students in a positive way. The key is to create habits today that will set a solid foundation and build confidence in better decision making.
I am a wife and a stepmom to three beautiful adult children. I have experienced first-hand the concerns of many unknowns that come with raising great adults. Through this and our personal journey together I developed a desire to help impact more young adult lives.
This opportunity gives me the ability to do just that.
I look forward to you joining us as we make our community stronger, together! For more information on how you can help LEAAD this change, email me at kanozajo@lovelandschools.org.
Johnnie Kanoza is the program coordinator for LEAAD
Debut Young Women’s Empowerment Event brings big names in female leadership to Loveland Middle School
Loveland, Ohio – One speaker is a brand director at Procter & Gamble; one speaker is a CEO, and the third is a meteorologist with a Cincinnati TV station – all three were female, and each was a guest of honor speaking to Loveland Middle School (LMS) students on women in leadership at the debut LMS Young Women’s Empowerment Event, Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018.
“This event was about building the confidence in our female students so that they understand that they can be anything they aspire to be in their careers; it was a way to place women in significant leadership roles directly in front of them to tell their life journey,” said LMS Assistant Principal Jayson Bruce, who developed the idea for the event back in September.
The speakers included Amanda Hill, brand director at Procter & Gamble, Tracey Artis, CEO of I Hear Music, INC., and Randi Rico, WLWT meteorologist. Each leader had 15 minutes to tell the students about themselves, as well as to speak to what they have overcome in their personal journey. The event concluded with a Q&A session.
“There were a couple of themes from the speakers that were very powerful: focus on yourself and stop worrying about what others think or say, fail as many times as it takes to succeed – failures are a great thing if you learn from them and don’t let them stop you, follow your heart and passions – don’t let anyone stand in your way, and ‘like a girl’ is a compliment – don’t let stereotypes and culture tell you otherwise,” said Bruce.
“It was an inspiration, I know, to me, and I certainly hope it was inspiring for our female students. We simply couldn’t have asked for a better group of professionals to come in and speak. They all showed their passion for not only their careers, but for helping other females be successful.”
“Loveland Middle School is committed to growing every child, every day,” said LMS Principal Chuck Ogdan. “This empowerment session is yet another example of Loveland Middle School’s mission of Improve or Deteriorate… I’d say we all improved today. I want to send a special thank you to Mr. Bruce for organizing this amazing event, and to the wonderful professionals who took time out of their day to grow our LMS students.”
Matt Huether studies stats to predict the outcome of Loveland High School sorting contests
The Loveland Tigers (5-12, 3-7 conf) match up against the Indian Hill Braves (12-4, 9-2 conf) in a non-conference showdown. The Braves of Indian Hill have gotten off to a strong start in the season and look to continue their success. While Loveland looks to get things back on track after losing 10 of the last 11 games.
Game time is 7:30 PM, Saturday, February 2.
For Loveland one to look for would have been Junior Guard Jalen Greiser, who averages 15.3 points per game on 42.7% shooting. Jalen also averages 5.9 rebounds a game and 3.3 assists a game. Jalen as a Sophomore was Honorable Mention last year in the ECC. Unfortunately Jalen was hurt in tonight’s game versus the Withrow Tigers, and will be missing this game. For Loveland look for Tripp Willis who is averaging 7.5 points per game on 43.2% shooting. Also look for Junior Guard Matthew Toigo who averages 9.5 points per game on 52.6% shooting (46.9% from 3).
For Indian Hill look for Senior Guard Colin Shaw, Colin averages 18.1 points per game on 41.5% shooting. Colin also averages 8.5 rebounds a game and shoots 78% from the free throw line. Also look for 6’7 Junior Forward Johnny Bultema who averages 12.1 points per game. Johnny also averages 5.3 rebounds per game and shoots 86.7% from the free throw line.
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Matt Huether studies stats to predict the outcome of Loveland High School sorting contests
The Tigers of Loveland (16-2, 9-2 conf) square off with the Anderson Redskins (8-11, 6-5 conf) Saturday, 2/3 at 2 PM.
First match up, Loveland got the best of Anderson with a score of 50-37.
This game has special meaning for the Loveland Tigers as it is their senior night and last home game.
Senior Jenna Stanton (File Photo)
For the Tigers look for Sophomore Jillian Hayes who is averaging 15.7 points on 48.2% shooting, as well as averaging 8.5 rebounds a game, and 3.2 steals a game. Also look for Senior Jenna Stanton who is coming off a great game, in which Jenna had 17 points on 5 of 9 shooting including 4 of 6 on threes. Jenna averages 6.2 points per game but is shooting 38.6% from 3. Finally for Loveland look for Sophomore Kate Garry, Kate averages 10.3 points per game on 35.5% shooting.
For the Anderson Redskins look for Sophomore Elizabeth Homan, Elizabeth averages 9.4 points per game on 27.6% shooting. Also look for Sophomore Karley Steinher, who averages 9.0 points per game, on 45.2% shooting. Karley also averages 6.7 rebounds per game and shoots 39.4% from 3.
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Loveland, Ohio – The City is accepting resumes from people interested in a new position they are creating, Assistant City Manager.
The City of Loveland is accepting resumes for the Assistant City Manager position. Reporting to the City Manager, the Assistant City Manager provides highly responsible administrative support to the City Manager in all aspects of municipal operations. The City is seeking a highly qualified applicant who is capable of managing projects and tasks in a wide variety of municipal disciplines. Particular needs in economic development, planning, public information, budgeting, capital project management, policy analysis, and special project initiation and management.
Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, majoring in public administration, urban planning or relate field; Master’s Degree in public administration is preferred. Experience requirements include three to five years progressively responsible work experience in planning, development and municipal government. Salary range $78,000 to $98,000. Position includes a competitive compensation package including pension pick-up. Applicants should submit resume and cover letter to David Kennedy, City Manager, 120 W. Loveland Avenue, Loveland, Ohio 45140, by February 26, 2018. For a detailed description of the position, visit www.lovelandoh.gov. The City of Loveland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Come join us at St Columban every Friday from 2/16 to 3/23 for one of the BEST fish fries in the city. It will run from 5-8 PM and includes dine in and drive thru options. We accept credit cards! Hope to see you there!
Beloved father of Dorothy (Morris) Scott, Pamela (Richard) Crutcher, Stewart “Bo” Hamilton, Connie Hamilton and Faith Hamilton. Proud grandfather of Leslie Hamilton, Constance Bowen, Kyle Hamilton, Allyson (Travis) Winston, Deidre (Byron) Barnes, Richard Crutcher II., Victoria (Michael) Brown, Megan Hamilton, Dana Jenkins and Leigh Jenkins. Great grandfather of Myah, Jayden, Anya, Madison and Noah. Dear brother of Rev. Ralph Hamilton,, Earl Hamilton, Lawrence Hamilton Sr., Donald Hamilton, Ann Osborne and Ethel Norman Combs.
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