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  • Ja’Marr Chase Returns to Practice as Bengals Prepare for the Patriots

    Ja’Marr Chase Returns to Practice as Bengals Prepare for the Patriots

    by Chris Ball

    Loveland, Ohio – Ja’Marr Chase has been at almost every Bengals practice this offseason. Whether it’s engaging with his teammates or cheering them on, his presence amidst all of the contract issues has shown his true dedication to this team.

    After watching Justin Jefferson and Cee Dee Lamb cash in, Ja’Marr Chase still put on the pads and laced up his cleats to prepare for the New England Patriots in week one. And that tells you all that you need to know about his commitment level. He’s been a participant at both Monday and Tuesday practices this week and the national media has taken notice.

    Even still, Bengals fans and beat writers alike paid close attention to both Justin Jefferson and CeeDee Lamb. Those two players were seen early on as barometers for what a potential deal might look like for Ja’Marr Chase. Jefferson’s contract was finalized earlier this year. But it took until Monday for Lamb’s payday to come through. He and the Cowboys agreed to a four-year, $136 million deal. This makes Lamb the second-highest-paid receiver in the NFL behind Jefferson. It is yet another domino to fall in a summer dominated by talk of extensions for some of the best pass catchers in the league.

    There is no need to panic until Ja’Marr Chase makes it clear that he won’t play for the Bengals until his demands are met. Justin Jefferson set the market for wide receiver contracts, and CeeDee Lamb cashed in as well. The dust from those major deals will soon settle and the cards will all be on the table between Chase and the Bengals. The team knows how much Chase wants, and Chase can see how his peers are being paid. This sort of certainty can bring a perspective to the discussions that might make a reasonable deal all the more probable.

    And that certainty would be crucial for the Bengals and their fans. Having Chase’s contract in place prior to week one would give all parties the ability to solely focus on the product that is on the field and to work on getting back to the Super Bowl. That is a golden opportunity for a team that has struggled in the worst way to start prior seasons and the Bengals absolutely have to take advantage of it.

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    Christopher Ball is a longtime Loveland resident and an attorney. He graduated from Loveland High School in 2003 and was a member of the football team before going on to become a coach’s assistant at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. He has been following and rooting for the Reds and Bengals since the early 1990s and has been through the many ups and downs that fandom has wrought over the years.

  • Air Quality Alert issued for Tuesday

    Air Quality Alert issued for Tuesday

    The air quality was 119 on Monday at 6 PM

    Loveland, Ohio – The Southwest Ohio Air Quality Agency (a division of Hamilton County Department of Environmental Services) has issued an Air Quality Alert for Butler, Clermont, Hamilton and Warren counties in Ohio and Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties in Kentucky.

    Do Your Share! Take these precautions:

    • Take the bus, carpool, bike or walk instead of driving
    • Refuel your vehicle after 8 p.m.Do not top off when refueling and tighten the gas cap
    • Avoid idling your vehicle
    • Combine trips or eliminate unnecessary vehicle trips
    • Keep your vehicle maintained with properly inflated tires and timely oil changes
    • Avoid use of gasoline-powered lawn equipment on Air Quality Alert days
    • Avoid use of oil-based paints and stains on Air Quality Alert days
    • Never burn leaves or other yard trimmings
    • Always burn clean, seasoned wood in outdoor fire pits, fireplaces and wood stoves
    • Do not use fire pits or fireplaces for non-essential home heating on Air Quality Alert days
    • Conserve electricity

    An Air Quality Alert has been declared for Cincinnati, OH, on Tuesday, Aug 27
    Tomorrow’s Forecast
    Tuesday, Aug 27: 110 AQI Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Ozone
  • Courtney Hineman: “What defines Inclusion”

    Courtney Hineman: “What defines Inclusion”

    by Courtney Hineman

    Loveland, Ohio – In my debut broadcast of “Courtney Explains it All” I talked about what inclusion means for those with a developmental disability and what we can all do together to make life more manageable and equitable.

    This excerpt from my original full length vlog is about “What defines Inclusion”, and how you can practice it for your own benefit or to benefit others.

    As someone who has lived with a disability all my life my desire is to explain why inclusion is important for someone with a disability.

    I hope you find my explanations and tips helpful. Thank you so much for checking out my vlog!

    “Courtney Explains It All” is a vlog on LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV that will feature my insight on different topics, issues, and interviews focused on the developmental disability community.

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    You can also watch the full episode here.

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    My desire is that you will find the following organizations helpful as we continue our journey together!

     

    Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities

    The Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities supports over 4,100 Butler County Residents. Supports and services are available life-long through contracts with partner agencies or directly provided by our Board.

    Founded in 1967, the Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities supports over 4,100 people. Supports and services are available life-long through partner agencies or directly provided by our Board.

    Much of our services go beyond the walls of our facilities and take place in the community. The Board’s supports are geared toward the philosophy of person-centered thinking, which places the individual at the center of decisions made about the services they receive. We are committed to helping people determine their dreams and helping to make those dreams come true.

    Hamilton County Board of Developmental Disabilities

    Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services (HCDDS) is a government social services agency established by state law. For more than 50 years, HCDDS has provided educational, vocational, and residential support and services to thousands of individuals with developmental disabilities (DD). Each year, we support approximately 7,300 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout their lives, from babies through seniors, by providing case management, monitoring service quality, and funding services provided by our community partners.

    We treat each person we serve as a unique individual and connect them to services to reflect the life they want. By collaborating with more than 1,000 certified providers, we’re able to support people to live a life that is important and meaningful to them, on their own terms.

    Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities

    The mission of the Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities is to help those we serve expand capabilities and navigate the possibilities. We envision a culture comprised of inclusive communities where people with disabilities thrive and live a life on their own terms. Individuals and families served by the Clermont County Board of DD have the right of choice and flexibility regarding what, how and where services are provided.  Individuals and families will be empowered to make decisions, become partners and work cooperatively with professionals, and exert control over the services provided to them.

    Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities

    The Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities provides services and supports to over 2,400 people in Warren County who have developmental disabilities. The mission of the board is supporting people with disabilities and their families to achieve what is important to them. The Board employs 127 people in full and part time positions. We operate out of four locations in Warren County, and have an annual budget of $30,500,000.00. More than 65% of our revenue is derived from local levy funds.

    Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council

    The mission of the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council (Ohio DD Council) is to create change that improves independence, productivity and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities and their families in community life. The Ohio DD Council operates under the authority of the federal Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 (DD Act) and is a part of the Ohio DD Network. The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities assists and supports the Ohio DD Council as the federally mandated designated state agency.

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    Courtney Hineman is a disability rights advocate. She is the Community Outreach Advocate at the Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities and was appointed by Governor DeWine to the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council for the second term. She is a member of Butler County’s self-advocacy group, and enjoys participating in Best Buddies.

  • 2024 Cpt. Seth Mitchell Hero 5K Scholarship Update

    2024 Cpt. Seth Mitchell Hero 5K Scholarship Update

    by Steve Mitchell

    Since 2010 a core group of Seth Mitchell’s friends from Loveland High School’s class of ’97, have hosted the Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5k in Loveland. Like many high schoolers, Seth participated in sports, club activities and was the Senior Class president along with being voted “Mr. Personality” by the class of ‘97.

    He later achieved the rank of Captain in the Marine Corp where he served two tours in Iraq, one as an infantryman and piloted a Cobra Helicopter during his second tour of Iraq in addition to his last tour of Afghanistan.

    After Seth was killed in a mid-air collision in October 2009, Seth’s friends started the Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5K and the scholarships to honor and remember their friend.

    Many of you have participated in the 5K and proceeds from the annual 5K go to fund scholarships in Seth’s memory.

    The scholarship committee includes Damien Cook, Marisa Sobb, Mollie Emerick, Greg Carpinello and myself and his mother Connie. The committee seeks to find the LHS senior that reminds them most of Seth. While academic performance is considered, they look mostly for: “did he or she remind us of Seth”?

    The committee looks for students that are hard workers, not afraid to set goals, experience some failure and overcome obstacles in their life. These are things witnessed in Seth. Other things that were known about Seth and looked for in scholarship recipients are: loyalty to friends, kindness, selflessness and the desire to serve others. Like Seth, the 2024 recipients are typical high school kids that like to be involved and have a lot of fun.

    Since 2010 the Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarships have totaled over $110,000, providing recipients a solid financial start for their post high school life. For 2024 The Seth Mitchell Memorial scholarship fund awarded two $5,000 scholarships. In addition, the Mitchell Family partners with the Let Us Never Forget Scholarship Foundation and provided an additional $5,000 scholarship.

    Recipients of the 2024 Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship are Maura Johnson and Elena Plante

    Maura Johnson 
    Elena Plante

    The recipient of the 2024 Let Us Never Forget Seth Mitchell Scholarship is Gabby Saletta

    Gabby Saletta

    Lastly, the committee presented the following students with a $500.00 Memorial scholarship for 2024:

    • Ian Richards
    • Reagan Dell
    • Amelia Macura 
    • Brady Burns

    Thank you for your continued support through donations and participation in the effort to “Never Forget Seth” and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice to our great nation. We look forward to seeing you in October for the 15th Annual Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5K, scheduled for October 5th at 10 AM at the Linda Cox Trailside Parking Lot. The 2024 Carolina Beach Seth Mitchell Hero 5k is October 12,  at 9  AM, at Harbour Point in Carolina Beach NC.

    Steve Mitchell is the Father of Captain Seth Mitchell

    Please visit: www.sethmitchellhero5k.org for more information and to register for this year’s Hero 5K.

     

  • Instructions for Water Boil Advisory

    Instructions for Water Boil Advisory

    Loveland, Ohio – Due to a water main break yesterday near a booster station, the City Hall issued a boil water advisory for all residents in Clermont and Warren Counties who use Loveland water.

    The boil advisory remains in effect.

    Go here to the City’s website to keep updated. Or here at the City’s FaceBook page.

    Background:

    Boil Advisory for Loveland’s Clermont & Warren Co. Residents

     

    Here are the “Instructions for a Water Boil Advisory” issued by City Hall

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  • Boil Advisory for Loveland’s Clermont & Warren Co. Residents

    Boil Advisory for Loveland’s Clermont & Warren Co. Residents

    Loveland, Ohio – Due to a water main break near a booster station, the city has issued a boil water advisory for all residents in Clermont & Warren Counties who use Loveland water..

    The water main break was on Oak Street. Crews have isolated the leak, brought in special equipment, and are making repairs.

    In the meantime, the City is utilizing a Clermont County connection to restore water to those currently without. According to City Hall the water tower is refilling and over the afternoon, water service should be restored. While water is coming back on, it is normal to have little to no water pressure.

    If you can try to conserve water and refrain from sprinkling lawns, that would help according to City Hall.

    Instructions for Water Boil Advisory

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  • New Episode: The Queen City Sports Podcast by Chris Ball With Loveland Football Coach Brian Damewood

    New Episode: The Queen City Sports Podcast by Chris Ball With Loveland Football Coach Brian Damewood

    by Chris Ball

    Loveland, Ohio – On this week’s podcast episode, Chris connects with Loveland Tigers head football coach Brian Damewood. Coach Damewood recaps the end of the Tigers’ preseason and talks about all the fight on display against Harrison on Friday night. While the end result wasn’t ideal, Loveland’s players refused to give up and played with heart and tenacity. They were already in the film room on Saturday finding ways to get better in advance of next week’s matchup against Lebanon. Go Tigers, and we thank Coach Damewood for taking the time to be with us!

    Have a listen and don’t forget to leave your comments and feedback!

    We’re also aware of some audio issues with this weeks’ episode and will have those ironed out for all our future talks with Coach Damewood, so thanks for your patience!

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    Hey readers… have an opinion about sports? How about a topic you’d like to see written about in Loveland Magazine or a thought about one of our articles?

    Just need to vent and get out your frustration about the Reds, Bengals, or any other sports issues?

    Feel free to share with an email to lovelandmagazinesports@gmail.com!

    We would love to hear from our readers, and we thank you for your support and engagement.

    Also, don’t forget to follow us at The Loveland Sports Desk at the below links:

    For Facebook, click here.

    For X, click here.

    For Instagram, click here. 

    Christopher Ball is a longtime Loveland resident and an attorney. He graduated from Loveland High School in 2003 and was a member of the football team before going on to become a coach’s assistant at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. He has been following and rooting for the Reds and Bengals since the early 1990s and has been through the many ups and downs that fandom has wrought over the years.

  • Important back to school message from Jack’s mom

    Important back to school message from Jack’s mom

    Loveland, Ohio – DOITFORJACK – The Jack Quehl Foundation was set up in honor of Jack Quehl. They are on a mission to protect our youth against the threat of fentanyl poisoning.

    Click to watch this message from Jack’s mom, Stephanie Quehl.


    More about the Jack Quehl Foundation…

    The Jack Quehl Foundation Is on a Mission to Educate Our Community About The Dangers of Fentanyl Poisoning

    he Jack Quehl Foundation was established in 2022, in loving memory of John Thomas (“Jack”) Quehl, who tragically lost his life due to fentanyl poisoning on September 20th, 2021.

    Click here to view our interactive 2023 Impact Report.

  • City purchases former Donisi Mirror Company building and land

    City purchases former Donisi Mirror Company building and land

    Loveland, Ohio – The City completed the “closing” to purchase 507 Loveland Madeira Road last week. The property, was the former Donisi Mirror Company.

    The City received $500,000 in grant funding from the Hamilton County Commissioners towards the purchase price. According to City Manager Dave Kennedy in his weekly report, “Now owned by the city, the structure will be razed and the property repurposed for a private development.”

    The total cost of the property acquisition was $590,000, leaving a balance of $90,000 for the city to pay. Kennedy reported that the city has identified and has been working with a potential end user of the property who would construct a new office building on the site. To facilitate the city’s future sale or lease of the property, staff recommended the property be transferred to the Community Improvement Corporation (CIC), which would require council to hold a public hearing. He requested the public hearing be held at the August 27 city council meeting.

    Kennedy said at the August 13 Council meeting that the cost of razing the structure was not included in the purchase price. He said that, “…razing the structure will be expensive and the city is currently working with our state legislators and the Cincinnati Port Authority to seek funding assistance.”

    Ordinance 2024-64, authorizing the purchase was adopted by a vote of 7-0.

  • New Episode: The Queen City Sports Podcast by Chris Ball & Mark Raines

    New Episode: The Queen City Sports Podcast by Chris Ball & Mark Raines

    by Chris Ball

    Loveland, Ohio – On this week’s podcast episode, Mark and Chris don’t see much light at the end of the tunnel for the Cincinnati Reds, as they were taken to the woodshed by the Kansas City Royals and were shutout last night by Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates. The guys also touch on the Bengals’ final preseason game against the Colts, and take a look at some of the gaudy numbers that are being thrown around as part of the Ja’Marr Chase contract saga. Mark finishes up with his analysis of some of the things he’s most excited about for this upcoming Bearcats season, and one thing that might turn out to be their biggest flaw.

    Have a listen and don’t forget to leave your comments and feedback!

     

    In addition, for those wondering, here is a great breakdown of what a Ja’Marr Chase extension might look like, money wise.

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    Hey readers… have an opinion about sports? How about a topic you’d like to see written about in Loveland Magazine or a thought about one of our articles?

    Just need to vent and get out your frustration about the Reds, Bengals, or any other sports issues?

    Feel free to share with an email to lovelandmagazinesports@gmail.com!

    We would love to hear from our readers, and we thank you for your support and engagement.

    Also, don’t forget to follow us at The Loveland Sports Desk at the below links:

    For Facebook, click here.

    For X, click here.

    For Instagram, click here. 

    Christopher Ball is a longtime Loveland resident and an attorney. He graduated from Loveland High School in 2003 and was a member of the football team before going on to become a coach’s assistant at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. He has been following and rooting for the Reds and Bengals since the early 1990s and has been through the many ups and downs that fandom has wrought over the years.