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[WATCH] Loveland, you’ve out done yourselves this time

Talk about “pop-up” stores, here’s one for the books!

David Miller is the Managing Editor of Loveland Magazine

by David Miller

Loveland, Ohio – Terri Carter took time out of a very busy day while at the Avon-Miami Masonic Lodge next to Home of the Brave Park last Monday morning to tell me how the LIFE Food Pantry turned the entire space into their annual Christmas Giving Shop. Terri is the President of the Loveland Interfaith Effort, more commonly known as the Loveland LIFE Food Pantry.

LIFE is a faith and community-supported organization that provides food, financial assistance, and programs to those experiencing hardship. At the Giving Shop, one member of a household may shop for gifts for the entire family; underwear, socks, two articles of clothing, and an appropriate gift for each family member 18 and under. At the shop are toys for kids, teen gifts, gift cards, pajamas, and household family gifts such as a toaster, crockpot, coffeepot, bed linens, cookware, etc.

Please, Loveland community, lend an ear as Terri tells you about how this monumental endeavor took a village to be the most successful in her memory.

All of the staff and board members, Lodge members, and those who so generously put it all together should be smiling and patting themselves on the back right now and all through the holiday season. Thank you to all who so lavishly donated the marvelous Christmas presents for our Loveland children and their families!

About Avon-Miami Masonic Lodge

Avon-Miami No. 542 was formed when two prominent Masonic Lodges in the Cincinnati area merged. Miami No. 46 received its charter from the Grand Lodge of Ohio on January 7, 1818. Avon No. 542 received its charter from the Grand Lodge of Ohio on October 22, 1885. Both Lodges have enjoyed rich histories, complete with historically notable Brethren. Julius and Max Fleischmann were members of Avon No. 542. Julius was elected mayor of Cincinnati from 1900-1905. His brother Max was an industrialist who owned the famous Fleischmann Yeast & Gin Co. and sold the business in 1929 to the J.P. Morgan banking interests for … [ Read More ]

Dec 15, 2023
View Loveland, Ohio’s 2024 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program

Loveland, Ohio – Using this online user-friendly website will allow you to view where the money comes from, how the City is spending your money, and the Capital Improvement projects in the pipeline.

The “Budget Book” begins with the City Manager’s Executive Overview.

Dec 13, 2023
2nd annual Frogman Festival comes to Miami Township/Loveland

Miami Township/Loveland, Ohio – The 2nd annual Frogman Festival will be held on Saturday, March 2, at Oasis Conference Center. Doors open at 9:30 AM and activities go on until 6 PM.

There will be over 50 unique vendors selling their arts, crafts, and merchandise in the large ballroom. Speakers will be presenting their research in a separate room.

At noon, the Pied Piper of Loveland will lead a parade of costumed participants that is open to anyone interested. Wander the Oasis to find the circus sideshows providing entertainment.

Food and drink including beer will be available a la carte. Visit frogmanfestival.org for more details.

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Loveland Magazine is a sponsor of the Frogman Festival!

Dec 13, 2023
Ho Ho Ho! Deck the Halls and Join the Christmas Decoration Contest!
Loveland, Ohio – It’s that festive time of year again, when the air is filled with the aroma of gingerbread and pine, and twinkling lights adorn homes and businesses. To capture the magic of the season, we’re thrilled to announce our Christmas Decoration Contest!

Whether you’re a seasoned decorator or just starting out, we encourage everyone to unleash their creativity and transform their spaces into winter wonderlands.

Grand Prize

The Grand Prize will be a $50 gift certificate that can be used to purchase any of the thousands of items that Apex Imprinted Specialties offers such as the finest imprinted and embroidered items, custom tees, custom apparel, caps and hats, outdoor accessories, sports equipment and accessories, golf accessories, bar accessories, and coolers.

Apex Imprinted Specialties is a full-service promotional specialty company, located in Loveland.

Your photo will become the cover photo of Loveland Magazine.

2nd Place Prize

A Gift certificate for Better Blend – Loveland

They make healthy better with smoothies, smoothie bowls, and healthy snacks that taste like your favorite indulgences, but without the guilt!

3rd Place Prize

Entrance to the 2nd annual Frogman Festival

The 2nd annual Frogman Festival will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Oasis Conference Center in Loveland, Ohio. There will be over 50 unique vendors selling their art, crafts, and merchandise in the large ballroom. Speakers will be presenting their research in a separate room. At noon, the Pied Piper of Loveland will lead a parade of costumed participants that is open to anyone interested. Wander the Oasis to find the circus sideshows providing entertainment. Food and drink including beer will be available a la carte.

Honorable Mention Prizes

A Loveland Tiger Beanie custom embroidered by Apex Imprinted Specialties.

Official Frogman Festival Tee Shirt

Official Frogman Festival Poster

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Here’s how to participate:
1. Decorate your home or business with festive flair. You can use anything from traditional ornaments and lights to unique homemade decorations.
2. Take photos of your decorated space. Make sure to capture the overall theme and creativity of your display.
3. Submit your photos by December 27. You can submit your photos via email, to lovelandmagazine@cinci.rr.com.
Business windows and decorations too!

Judging and Prizes:

A panel of judges will evaluate all submissions based on the following criteria:
- Creativity and originality
- Overall theme and design
- Use of lights and decorations
- Overall festive spirit
The winners will be announced on New Year’s Eve and will receive amazing prizes!

The Judges will be looking for:
- The classic Christmas look with timeless decorations.
- Most Whimsical: For the playful and imaginative displays.
- The most dazzling and eye-catching use of lights.
- Best Homemade Decorations: For the most creative and unique decorations made from scratch.
- People’s Choice Award: This award will be voted on by the community through our website or social media.
Get creative and have fun!

We can’t wait to see your amazing Christmas displays! Remember, the most important thing is to have fun and share the joy of the season with your community.

Spread the word!

Share this announcement with your friends, family, and neighbors so they can join in the festive fun!

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season!

Cassie and David

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Submit your photos today via email, to lovelandmagazine@cinci.rr.com.
Dec 12, 2023
Better Blend: Smoothie Shop is Local Dietician Approved

Registered and Licensed Dietitian Emily Mobley of Gray Nutrition

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Loveland, Ohio – In case you missed it, healthy smoothie shop, Better Blend, opened its doors to the Loveland community this past August. Located in historic downtown Loveland on the bike trail, Better Blend serves up low-calorie, low-sugar, high-protein smoothies that boast clean ingredients and flavors that will remind you of your favorite ice cream.

Better Blend’s mission is to make the world a healthier and happier place by making it easy to eat healthy. The progress they’ve made is hard to ignore: since opening the first location in 2018, Better Blend has added two corporate-owned locations and franchised four more, with another four set to open in 2024.

Through this growth spurt, Better Blend caught the attention of local Loveland dietician, Emily Mobley of Gray Nutrition. A Cincinnati native and a Registered and Licensed Dietitian, Emily has transformed thousands of lives through her Gray Method, which was born out of her dieting journey, after years of Slim Fast, tons of cardio, and counting points. Emily is passionate about simplifying nutrition, debunking myths, and focusing on the system needed for weight loss, making her a pivotal asset in transforming people’s relationships with food and, more importantly, their relationship with themselves.

Recognizing that they shared the same goals, Better Blend and Emily teamed up. Emily was particularly drawn to the protein content of Better Blend’s smoothies. “Protein is an essential nutrient that can support your weight management goals and overall health when incorporated into a balanced diet,” says Emily. “Better Blend smoothies are packed with protein, making them a perfect choice to kickstart your day so you can regulate your blood sugar, support your metabolism, and feel fullness until you can get to that next meal or snack!”

Emily’s expertise and passion for easy-to-digest nutrition advice made her a perfect fit on the Better Blend team as their in-house dietician. As featured on Better Blend’s Dietician Tuesday series, Emily provides Better Blend customers with helpful nutrition tips and further information about the benefits of Better Blend products. “Having Emily as a part of the team is just another way we’re doing our best to support our community and crush the confusing and intimidating barriers to healthy eating,” says Better Blend founder and CEO, Isaac Hamlin.

For those looking for further guidance along the path of healthy eating, Emily also takes on clients through her private practice, Gray Nutrition. As a bonus, scheduling a coaching call with her will land you a $50 Better Blend gift card.

Catch Better Blend’s Dietician Tuesday series and holiday deals by following them on Facebook and Instagram. For more information about Emily Mobley and Gray Nutrition, visit her website at graynutrition.com

Dec 9, 2023

BREAKING: The very latest about Christmas in Loveland!

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Loveland, Ohio – The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance is pleased to share that the City of Loveland will once again be transformed into a beautiful wonderland for the Christmas holiday.

On December 16 visitors can enjoy horse carriage rides, a live nativity, farm animals from Branch Hill Estates to interact with, a children’s train ride, and a trolley ride around town.

At the heart of the event you will find the main stage with live entertainment all evening, vendors row for local businesses, Christmas shopping at the Holiday Market, and food trucks to include Moma Bears Mac, Funnel Vision, and The Chef Model.

Entertainment, vendors & shopping can be found in the center of town next to the live nativity scene near Fleet Feet. North Pole magic can be found at BF Realty & Bond Furniture and Design where kids can do crafts with Mrs. Claus and visit Santa (map coming soon)! Bring your pup along for the best dressed pet costume contest hosted by Pet Wants and all entries receive a gift card! Looking to adopt a pet this Christmas? League for Animal Welfare will be on site with many of their cats & dogs for adoption!

Lacey Sullivan, CeeCee Collins, and Meredith Taylor.

CeeCee Collins, President of the chamber shared that “there will be so many fun activities such as train rides, caroling and Santa’s Wonderland, just to name a few! This is such a great event where the businesses want to give back to everyone that has patronized and visited in downtown. They truly appreciate everyone supporting local businesses and hope they will return to enjoy all of the Loveland area. There will be many samplings and give-a-ways for all ages to enjoy!

Main Stage Entertainment

4:00 – 4:30	Girl Scouts of Loveland Caroling
4:30 – 5:00	Showboat Cloggers
5:00 – 5:30	Cincity Shakers
5:30 – 6:00	Dog Costume Contest hosted by Pet Wants
6:00 – 6:30	Dance Etc.Performing
6:30 – 7:00	Loveland HS Jazz Ensemble
7:00 – 7:30	Christian Arellano on Guitar
7:30 – 8:00	Mrs. Clause & Elves leads sing a long

Event details:

The event takes place from 4-8 PM, December 16th
The train is at the Loveland Museum Center and a trolley will take guests from Downtown Loveland to the museum
Maps of all the activities will be placed inside the businesses and available by the clock tower.
Line for the Horse Drawn Carriages will be on Railroad Avenue-across from the Wicked Pickle Restaurant. Carriages will cost $2 per person.
A Holiday Trolley will transport people to the Loveland History Museum from Harrison Avenue at no charge.
Entertainment will be in the center of town and next to the fountain.
A shuttle bus will take folks from the Loveland Early Childhood Center at 6740 Loveland-Miamiville Rd. and drop off near the Fire Department at 100 E. Loveland Ave. The Shuttle will run the entire time.
The event is free for all, thanks to our presenting sponsors: Besl, Baden, Jones with exp Realty, Bassett Services, and The Works, Loveland Pediatric Dentistry, Union Savings Bank, McCluskey Chevrolet, Ace Hardware, College Hunks, John Hill Construction, Day Heights Auto, Mike’s Car Wash, Loveland Historical Society, Bath Inspirations, Mercy Health, GE Credit Union, Tano Bistro, and Cindy’s Friendly Tavern.
Still accepting vendors apply here: www.lmrchamberalliance.org

This event will be held rain, snow or shine.

For ALL of the information visit the chamber website, www.lmrchamberalliance.org .

Lacey Sullivan

Event Coordinator

Little Miami River Chamber Alliance

Office hours Thursday 9am – 5pm

514 W. Loveland Ave. | Loveland, OH | 45140

o: 513.683.1544

Learn More: www.lmrchamberalliance.org

Dec 9, 2023

[Photo Album] Big basketball doubleheader tonight at Loveland High School

Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland High School Varsity basketball teams play in a rare doubleheader tonight. The Women’s team tips off at 6 PM and the Men’s game will begin at 7:30 when the Turpin Spartans travel to the Tiger fieldhouse.

Go HERE to review the stats for how both Loveland teams are scoring so far in the young season.

Here are photos from recent competition.

Photos by David Miller/Loveland Magazine © 2023

Dec 8, 2023
Meet Loveland, Ohio’s new Council leadership

Loveland, Ohio – On Tuesday, the Loveland City Council held its annual organizational meeting to administer oaths of office. Kathy Bailey, Andy Bateman, and Brian Goodyear who were successful in being elected to four-year terms in November took the oath of office. This is Goodyear’s first term as a council member.

After the swearing-in ceremony, the council elected among themselves the persons who will serve as mayor and vice-mayor. Bailey was elected to continue the role of Mayor and Ted Phelps retained his position as Vice-Mayor.

City Council now consists of the three members sworn into office on Tuesday plus John Hart, Neal Oury, Ted Phelps, and Kip Ping who will complete the remaining two years of their previously elected terms. Kent Blair chose not to run for reelection.

Loveland City Council

(3 to be elected) Vote tally from all counties.

√ Kathy Bailey – 2843

√ Andy Bateman – 2468

√ Brian Goodyear – 2224

Deidre Hazelbaker – 1741

Meet Your Council Members

(Bios provided from City of Loveland Website)

Mayor Kathy Bailey

Kathy Bailey was first elected to City Council in 2015, re-elected in 2019, and re-elected in 2023. Kathy was appointed Mayor in 2017 and continues to serve in this capacity. Throughout her terms on City Council, Kathy has served as the city’s alternate representative to the Board of Education. She was a member of the City Council Employee Evaluation Committee and the Law & Ordinance Committee. Kathy is currently a member of the Loveland Community Improvement Corporation. In addition to her duties to the city, Kathy has been serving as the President of the Clermont County Mayor’s Association since 2020.

Kathy was born in Cincinnati and grew up in the Indian Hill/Montgomery area. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Miami University and a law degree from the University of Cincinnati. Kathy’s full-time career is as Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney of the Civil Division of the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office, where she has worked since 1990.

Kathy and her husband Bob married in 1991 and moved to Loveland in 1995. They raised their son Bobby and triplet daughters Katelyn, Kimberly, and Kristen in Loveland. All four attended Loveland City Schools, and all still live in or near Loveland. In her free time, Kathy enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her doggies. Her hobbies include golfing, sand volleyball, and reading, especially historical fiction.

Kathy said she heeds the advice her mother gave her after being elected to City Council: “Do what you believe to be right. No matter what the naysayers say, always listen because you can always learn something, but in the end follow your heart and do what you believe is best for the city.” Kathy went on to say that “Loveland has a bright future and she was grateful to be part of it.” Loveland is a city she “truly loves and is humbled, honored, and proud to serve its residents.”

Term Ends: December 4, 2027

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Vice-Mayor Ted Phelps

Council member and Vice Mayor Ted Phelps is serving his third term on Loveland City Council. He was first elected to Council in 2013, was re-elected in 2017, and returned in 2021.

Ted is an attorney at the Cincinnati law firm of Rendigs, Fry, Kiely & Dennis, LLP, where he has practiced for over 25 years.

Ted’s family includes his wife, Anne, and two adult children, Caroline and Roger. Ted’s hobbies include travel, music, and NHL hockey. He is devoted to his church, North Cincinnati Community Church, where he serves as a Deacon.

“I appreciate the voter’s confidence to elect me to a third term and look forward to continue to make Loveland a unique and attractive place to live, work and enjoy,” he said. Ted considers himself a public servant and not a politician. He promises to work hard to make Loveland a community that we can all be proud to call home.

Terms Ends: December 1, 2025

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Councilmember Andy Bateman

Andy Bateman first was elected to Loveland City Council in November 2019, following an unsuccessful campaign bid in 2017. He was re-elected in 2023. He has served on the city’s Public Relations & Communications Committee, the Tree & Environment Committee, the Station 63 Relocation Committee, and currently serves on the Historic Preservation & Planning Commission, the Planning & Zoning Commission, and as the liaison to the Loveland City School District.

A graduate of Loveland High School, Andy moved to the area as a youth in 1993 from Bedford, New Hampshire, prior to spending his childhood in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Upon graduation, he attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio, where he received a BS in Communication with minors in English and History. In late 2003, with an assist from his brother Ryan, he landed a bartending job at Paxton’s Grill in downtown Loveland. Out of the necessity to eke out a living slinging burgers and beers, a romance blossomed between Andy and the City of Loveland.

Just a few years later, while working next door at The Works Pizza, an even greater love story was about to unfold, between Andy and his future wife Rachel, herself the first front-of-house employee of the pizzeria within the Samuel Hannaford designed building. After a decade of growth together, Andy and Rachel were married in 2018 and welcomed their daughter Acadia into their family, which also includes Rachel’s son Nathaniel, a 2017 graduate of Loveland’s Live Oaks program.

Professionally, Andy has worn many hats, but all of them share a common thread which ties back to his education in communication and more specifically production. Whether providing AV support at downtown conference venues, broadcasting horse racing at River Downs, or producing webinars and podcasts for the Human Capital Institute, Andy lives at the intersection of planning and performance. A strong organizational background in logistics and manufacturing has led Andy to thrive at his current role as Marketing & Innovation Manager at Eurostampa North America, where he oversees the R&D and sales support for three North American business units all focusing on premium label printing for the wine and spirits sector.

Loveland as a community has been there for Andy many times since first walking the halls of (then) Loveland-Hurst Middle School. His first friend group from marching band and drama showed the kindness inherent within the community. His co-workers from the neighborhood restaurants instilled a sense of pride in the hard work of building a reputation, when Downtown Loveland was laying the groundwork for the local gem it has become. And, today, his neighbors and community-advocates that share in his desire to contribute to the future, demonstrate that the only requirement for service is a willingness to serve. For as long as Andy is entrusted with a seat at the table, he will continue to be listening for Loveland.

Term Ends: December 4, 2027

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Councilmember Brian Goodyear

Brian Goodyear was elected to Loveland City Council in 2023.

Brian earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government from Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.

Brian and his wife Melissa, who were married in 2008, moved to Loveland in 2016. They greatly enjoy spending time with their granddaughter, Theodora.

Brian has been an attorney for 25 years and has worked as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for 22 years. For the last 18 years, Brian has been employed by the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office and is currently a Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney assigned as a supervisor in the Felony Trial Division. In his free time, Brian enjoys camping, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

When Brian and his family moved to Loveland, they fell in love with the city and knew that this was their home. As a result, Brian wanted to become actively involved in the community, which is why he applied for membership on one of City Council’s volunteer committees. He was appointed to the Law and Ordinance Committee in 2021, and his service on this committee sparked a desire to do more. This is why, in 2023, Brian decided to run for a seat on Loveland City Council.

“I am truly humbled and honored that the residents of Loveland placed their confidence in me and elected me to City Council,” he said. “I take seriously my responsibility to act as their representative, and I look forward to working with the community to continue to move Loveland forward in a positive direction for all residents.”

Term Ends: December 4, 2027

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Councilmember John Hart

Council Member John Hart was elected to Loveland City Council in 2021.

John holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education from Ohio University, as well as a Master of Science Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Dayton. John has also done a substantial amount of post graduate work in the area of Educational Leadership.

John has lived in Loveland with his family for 10 years. John has been married to his wife, Randi, for 16 years. Together they have two children, Austin and Quinn.

John is an administrator in the Loveland City School District and has been employed by Loveland City Schools since 2015. Prior to coming to Loveland, John held teaching positions at Middletown City Schools and Springfield City Schools. John has coached football and wrestling at the high school and junior high levels for the past 18 years. John’s hobbies include golf, hiking/backpacking, and watching football and baseball. John loves to spend time with family and finds his greatest joy in watching his children and wife do what they love to do.

“I ran for City Council because I fell in love with the City of Loveland the moment we moved here and wanted to be actively involved in making sure that this is a great place for families to grow and thrive,” he said.

John has been active in the city through committee work on the Recreation Board and Comprehensive Master Planning Committee, prior to running for Council. He enjoyed that work so much, he felt compelled to take the next step of running for Council: “I love to talk to community members about their wishes, wants, and needs for the City of Loveland. I look forward to continued conversations with community members and working to be a trusted voice for residents.”

Term Ends: December 1, 2025

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Councilmember Neal Oury

Neal Oury served on City Council from 2017 to 2021 and was unanimously appointed to fill a vacated City Council seat in June 2022. He has served on the city’s Finance Commission, the Public Relations & Communications Committee, the Loveland Community Improvement Corporation (CIC), and currently serves on the Historic Preservation & Planning Commission.

Neal is a lifelong resident of Loveland, graduating from Loveland Hurst High School in 1975. Neal lives in the house he constructed in 1986. His property overlooks the city that he has witnessed change from a small farming community to a dynamic, vibrant, attractive community and a destination place with a downtown entertainment district.

Neal is retired after being self-employed in the construction, remodeling and property management business for more than 38 years. Neal and his wife Lynn married in 1983, and they have two grown children and one grandchild. Neal pursues his passion and creativity in woodworking. He also enjoys camping, kayaking and fishing.

Neal says that he is looking forward to serving on Loveland City Council.

Terms Ends: December 1, 2025

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Councilmember Kip Ping

Kip Ping was elected to Loveland City Council in 2021. He recently served on the city’s Charter Review Commission and the Law & Ordinance Committee. In the early 1990s, he also served on the city’s Tree & Environment Committee.

Kip married his high school sweetheart in 1986 after a whirlwind romance of a little over four years. They moved from their hometown of Bismarck, Illinois, to Portsmouth, Virginia, after Kip graduated from the University of Illinois and lived there while Kip worked for the Navy. They settled in the Loveland area in 1989 in order to move back closer to family in Illinois. Kip and Teresa have two children, Abby and Levi, who are graduates of Loveland City Schools and the University of Cincinnati. They have one grandson, Luke, who is the son of Abby and her husband Matt.

Professionally, Kip is a registered or licensed professional/structural engineer in 36 states and is licensed with the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) as a model law professional engineer and model law structural engineer. He started a structural engineering firm, Pinnacle Engineering, Inc., in 1996 and remains the majority shareholder and president of the firm. In addition to running his firm and working as a structural engineer, Kip makes active use of his engineering skill by volunteering. He was with Ohio Task Force One (one of the FEMA certified urban search and rescue teams for the US) as a structural engineer when he was young enough to do it and is currently a member of several professional organizations including the Structural Engineers Association of Ohio, where he served many years as an officer and member of the board of directors. Kip is currently volunteering with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration on their Enforcement Advisory Committee, where he assists in evaluating technical matters with regard to structural engineering. He is also on the American Society of Civil Engineers committee for ASCE7, the engineering standard used throughout the US for calculating wind, snow, seismic and other loads that act on buildings.

Kip has been a member of the Loveland Heights Church of Christ since moving to the area and is heavily involved with the church, serving as an elder since 2012 and treasurer since 1996. In addition to working with the church, he enjoys reading US history, woodworking, using his construction skills to help friends with home projects, and running.

Kip is grateful to the residents of Loveland for affording him the opportunity to work for them: “It has been a pleasure getting to know many residents during my campaign, and I am honored that they have chosen me as their representative on Council. I will do my best to serve with integrity and continue on the path that has made me love living in this community for the last 30+ years.”

Terms Ends: December 1, 2025

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Dec 6, 2023
Cassie Mattia completes CLIMB Leadership Program

Cassie Mattia seated second from left

Loveland, Ohio – Cassie Mattia, the President and Publisher of Loveland Magazine recently graduated from the CLIMB Leadership Program. The program was put on by the The Chamber of Commerce Serving Middletown, Monroe, and Trenton Ohio.

The CLIMB Leadership Programa program, “Cultivates, Leads, Inspires, Motivates, and Builds upon the basic skills and qualities of each participant.” During the 8-week program Cassie learned her DISC profile, how to manage a work/life balance, strategic mindset skills for leaders, how to dress for success, effective networking strategies, public speaking skills, how to lead through workplace conflict, how to measure success and, goal setting.

Here is what Cassie had to say about her CLIMB Leadership experience:

“What an absolute honor it was to be selected for the 2023 Climb Leadership program! The classes and tours exceeded my expectations! Not only did I learn useful tools and information I can apply to my career, but I also was able to apply these same tools daily outside of work! In addition to learning and growing so much as a leader and person I also connected with so many new people that I know I will continue to network with in the future. The DISC assessment was one piece of the Climb program that I found so important because it has allowed me to better communicate and understand those that maybe different from me. I have had a blast improving myself and learning about how unbelievable the Butler County community is! Those that are thinking about taking the Climb program in 2024 I think should do so because not only does the program finetune important leadership skills it also gives you an opportunity to get more involved with the community and those within the community! Cheers to the class of 2023!”

Congratulations to Cassie the rest of the CLIMB Leadership class of 2023!

Cassie Mattia is a resident of Historic Downtown Loveland and the is the President and Publisher of Loveland Magazine. She is also the Public Relations Coordinator at Butler County Board of DD. Cassie was awarded the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance 2021 Young Business Professional of the Year.

Dec 6, 2023
Loveland City School District Preschool registration is now open
Loveland Magazine file photo

Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland City Schools Preschool program was developed to serve children 3-5 years of age with a wide variety of disabilities qualifying for special education services in response to a federal mandate. The District says that the program model includes children with typical development to provide a more inclusive and enriching learning environment and experience.

Those interested in entering their typically developing 3-5-year-old child in the Loveland City Schools Preschool program should complete the application and return it directly to the Loveland Early Childhood Center at 6740 Loveland-Miamiville Road. Families will be notified by mail, email, and/or phone regarding admission to the program.
Preschool registration for the 2024-25 school year opens on Friday, December 1, 2023.

The deadline to apply is January 12, 2024.

Families will be notified by February 1, 2024, about whether their child has been offered a spot or placed on the waitlist.

Paper applications are available at Loveland Early Childhood Center, including translations in Uzbek, Russian, and other languages.

Download ENROLLMENT APPLICATION FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

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Dec 4, 2023