Pictured above is Loveland Police Chief Sean Rahe at a command Center he set up in the Linda Cox Parking lot in Historic Downtown.
Loveland, Ohio – A manhunt unfolded yesterday from Downtown Loveland into Miami Township that yielded results leading to the arrest of a man wanted on a felony warrant for domestic violence.
The pursuit started around 6 PM in Loveland when a Loveland officer spotted the suspect, as a passenger vehicle.
This photo was taken around 8 PM last evening across the road from Miami Riverview Park near to where the suspect was later apprehended.
Loveland Magazine asked Loveland Police Chief Sean Rahe around 8 PM for an update when the search from Historic Downtown Loveland into Miami Township seemed to be winding down.
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Rahe told Loveland Magazine today, “We did catch him about 9:20 PM” near Miami Riverview Park. The park is at 587 Branch Hill Loveland Road.
Police from many jurisdictions assisted: Hamilton Township, Mason, Montgomery, Clermont County Sheriff, and Miami Township. Police canines searched along the Loveland Bike Trail as well as nearby subdivisions and neighborhoods.
The search centered around the Loveland Bike Trail going South from Historic Downtown Loveland toward Branch Hill.
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Many police were also stationed on the opposite bank of the river on East Kemper Road.
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Officers on bikes also assisted.
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This photo was taken around 8 PM last evening across the road from Miami Riverview Park near to where the suspect was later apprehended.
According to two eyewitnesses at the Loveland Farmer’s Market, the car sped dangerously into the Linda Cox Parking lot while the market was in session. A market volunteer called 911 because of the dangerous driving and because 4 people ran from the car, through the parking lot, and South into the wooded area.
Loveland, Ohio – Today beginning at 6 PM all of Hamilton County is under an order of the Ohio Department of Health that mandates the wearing of face coverings in public.
Columbus, Ohio – Governor Mike DeWine Thursday declared that “We’re in a crisis S/state in Ohio.” He was speaking at a COVID 10 news briefing in Columbus.
The governor dithered. The state legislature said no way.
So on Tuesday, the Springfield City Commission took it upon itself to pass a resolution (which lacks the force of law) calling for all residents to cover their faces while indoors, a practice research says will slow the spread of COVID-19 through Ohio.
By Wednesday, Dayton became the first major city in Ohio to require masks by law. Similarly,Yellow Springs passed a resolution andBexley passed a local ordinance requiring masks.
“The mask is a symbol of freedom,” said David Estrop, a Springfield city commissioner, at a hearing, echoing comments from the governor. “It allows us to continue to reopen this state, yet do so in a way that’s safe.”
By Wednesday, Dayton became the first major city in Ohio to require masks by law. Similarly, Yellow Springs passed a resolution and Bexley passed a local ordinance requiring masks.
On Wednesday, the Ohio Department of Health reported more than 1,000 new cases, the first time that stat has reached quadruple digits since officials mass-tested inmates in three state prisons in late April. Wednesday marks 16 days of the coronavirus accelerating its spread, as measured by the 10-day average new caseload.
Despite the worsening coronavirus outlook in Ohio and nationwide, state lawmakers continue to whip up anti-mask fervor. While Gov. Mike DeWine encourages everyone to wear masks, he has refrained from issuing any statewide mandate as the national epidemic worsens and states pause their economic re-openings.
DeWine demurs
In April, Gov. Mike DeWine took a hardline stance on masks, saying they’d be the only way business can reopen after he lifted the stay-at-home order.
Last week, referencing worsening outbreaks in Montgomery and Hamilton counties, DeWine floated the idea of implementing a mask mandate on a county-by-county basis.
However, he has yet to issue any such order. A spokesman declined to say whether DeWine will announce any mask requirement at his next briefing.
In a statement Wednesday, DeWine applauded Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley, a Democrat, for requiring the use of face coverings.
“Wearing a mask will allow us to help keep businesses open and help prevent further spikes,” he said. “I encourage other communities to consider following Dayton’s lead.”
Voted down
Where masks have found friends in the public health community and Ohio cities, they found enemies in the GOP-controlled state General Assembly.
Where masks have found friends in the public health community and Ohio cities, they found enemies in the GOP-controlled state General Assembly.
Both the Speaker of the House and the Senate President have refused to wear masks at legislative functions.
“It’s my RIGHT not to wear a mask, and I do NOT support a government that tries to quarantine the healthy,” he wrote.
Rep. Nino Vitale, R-Urbana, takes to social media regularly to promote baseless conspiracy theories about masks limiting blood oxygen or how they “force virus into the brain.”
Rep. Candice Keller, R-Middletown criticizes Bureau of Workers’ Compensation for distributing masks to Ohio businesses.
Rep. Candice Keller, R-Middletown,produced a Facebook video June 25 criticizing Ohio’s Bureau of Workers’ Compensation for distributing masks to Ohio businesses.
Despite the lawmakers’ claims, research suggests masks are an effective, inexpensive and non-invasive way to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Montgomery, Ohio – The City of Montgomery says they are taking the safety and well-being of their community members very seriously. In that light, and following current coronavirus pandemic restrictions, City staff has created a new approach to hold the Independence Day Parade and bring the Montgomery community together, “creatively and safely, while celebrating the birth of American independence.”
The Independence Day Parade will take place, although with a twist and maybe a few surprises. This year, the City will conduct a “Reverse Parade.”
Parade units will be stationary in a parade route in the parking lots of Sycamore High School, 7400 Cornell Road, with motorists driving through the parking lot to observe the entries.
The City of Montgomery Reverse Independence Day Parade will occur on Saturday, July 4, from 10 AM until noon.
Parade units will assemble beginning at 8:30 AM with the official parade kick-off starting at 10 AM.
The City has added what they are describing as “family-fun units”. Characters have been added to this year’s parade line up.
Parade entry applications are found online at montgomeryohio.org. Applications for parade units are due no later than Wednesday, June 17. Call 513-792-8317 for more information.
Montgomery, Ohio – Construction of the roundabout project at the intersection of Montgomery Road and Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway began in March. The contractor, John R. Jurgensen, started pre-phase construction by widening the pavement of the two Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway ramps on the west side of Montgomery Road.
As the contractor has completed this work, “Phase 1” of construction will begin on Monday, April 27, which involves a significant change in existing traffic patterns.
The Northbound Montgomery Road ramp onto westbound Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway and the eastbound Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway ramp onto Northbound Montgomery Road access points will close.
Two temporary traffic signals have been installed on Montgomery Road at the ramps located north and south of the bridge.
Modifications have been made to the traffic signage and pavement striping on Montgomery Road to arrange this new traffic pattern.
The temporary traffic signal on the north side of the bridge will be for all Montgomery Road traffic approaching from the north and south to access westbound Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway.
The temporary traffic signal on the south side of the bridge will be for all Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway traffic approaching from the west to proceed either north or south on Montgomery Road.
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The most significant change that drivers should expect in this new pattern is the two new traffic signals activated on the north and south side of the bridge. Drivers can expect advanced warning signs indicating there are new signals and to be prepared to stop. We anticipate “Phase 1” construction to last to four to eight weeks.
The City plans to redevelop the currently vacant area with office, retail, hotel, and residential uses that will require multiple access points along US 22 north of the interchange. The project will extend downtown Montgomery to the new intersection by providing a “pedestrian-friendly environment.”
Expect delays during construction. Use an alternate route if one is available. More details on the construction phasing and schedule will be provided on the City’s website at montgomeryohio.org/montgomery-roundabout-information. Regular construction updates will be provided on the City’s website as work progresses.
Montgomery, Ohio – The Montgomery Arts Commission announces a live, interactive, improvisational show at the Uni (Universalist Church) performed by the Sycamore High School Improv Aves group on Friday, February 7.
The show will feature a select group of student actors experienced in the art of improvisation. It will be performed spontaneously (like the show “Whose Line Is It Anyway”) and will use suggestions from the audience.
Since this is a school-approved, school-sponsored group, the performance will be appropriate for all ages.
“The Improv Aves have been performing at the Uni for several years, and it remains one of my favorite shows we do,” explained Martha Carroll, director of Improv Aves. “Often in Improv, the space is as much of a factor in the performances as the performers! In this sense, the Uni is fantastic. The intimacy of the space allows for a connection between performers and the audience. We look forward to sharing our brand of comedy with the Montgomery community.”
The Improv Show begins at 7 and is free and open to the public; however, reservations are required since seating in the church is limited. Call Montgomery City Hall at 513-891-2424 or go online at montgomeryohio.org to make reservations.
The City does not list any Christmas Tree recycling this year.
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The City does not list any Christmas Tree recycling this year.
Hamilton Township
The Township does not list any Christmas Tree recycling this year.
Miami Township
Christmas tree recycling starts on December 26th and ends on January 31st. The drop-off locations are at Miami Meadows Park at 1546 State Route 131 and Paxton Ramsey Park at 6265 Price Rd. Drop-off areas will be marked at the parks. Call the Service Department at 248-3728 for more information.
Symmes Township
Symmes Township will be offering free Christmas tree recycling for its residents this year from Tuesday, December 26, 2017 through Friday, January 26, 2018.
Place trees in the designated area located behind the Township Administration building, 9323 Union Cemetery Road. All ornaments, tinsel and plastic wrapping must be removed so the trees can be mulched.
For more information, contact the Township office at (513)683-6644.
Deerfield Township
Recycle your Christmas Tree at one of our 3 park locations
Deerfield will have 3 Christmas Tree Drop Off locations setup in the Township through January 20th. These locations will be at Cottell, Fleckenstein, and Landen-Deerfield Parks.
Deerfield Township Parks are open daily from dawn until dusk. Areas will be sectioned off and posted with signs for township residents to drop off their Christmas trees. Christmas trees will be accepted for recycling between December 28, 2016 – January 20, 2017.
Holiday trees and greenery, along with yard waste, will be collected on the first three Saturdays in January. Christmas trees, wreaths and swags can be placed at the curb along with yard waste. Residents will not be required to have a yard waste sticker attached to them. Please place all waste at the curb on Friday evening prior to the Saturday pick-up.
Rumpke will collect all greenery and any remaining yard waste on one of the following three Saturday dates:
Saturday, January 7
Saturday, January 14
Saturday, January 21
Each item must be completely free of all plastic, flocking, tinsel and decorations. All yard waste must be placed in bags in the event of snow, due to freezing.
Loveland, Ohio – Kelly Flanigan’s last day as Loveland’s Finance Director will be February 9. She has accepted the job as Finance Director at Miami Township, Clermont County.
“Kelly has accepted a position that is a great opportunity for her family and professional career. We were fortunate to have her with the City for these past two years, and she will certainly be missed,” said Loveland Mayor, Kathy Bailey.
The City of Loveland is currently accepting resumes for the Finance Director position. For more information on the position go to the employment page. Deadline to submit is January 19, 2018.
Flanigan was hired by Loveland on February 23, 2016. She previously worked for the City of Montgomery as their Assistant Finance Director/Tax Commissioner. In addition to her experience at Montgomery, she worked for 10 years on audits of local governments with the Auditor of the State of Ohio.
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