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LHS JV Men’s Basketball Coach Shares What his Athletes are Doing to Stay in Shape!

by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – Schools out, non-essential businesses are closed, parks are shut down and all sporting events are canceled, so just what are Loveland High School’s athletes doing to stay in tip-top shape in preparation for their potential sports seasons?

We understand that there are many people out there wanting some insight on how to stay in shape during this time so we asked the LHS coaches and athletes to share with us and the community of Loveland what workouts they are doing and where they are doing them at. According to the LHS coaching staff, the COVID-19 outbreak has forced them to get very creative with workouts and the locations of the workouts. Many of the coaches have said that their athletes have not only been doing the workouts that they have been giving them but the athletes themselves have also been creating some of their own workouts!

The first LHS coach to share with us his experience with his athletes and their workouts is JV Men’s Basketball Coach, Griffin Williams! Williams provided us with a statement describing how dedicated his athletes have been doing this tough time.

“Our varsity coach Rob Reis is doing a very nice job in trying to keep everyone engaged, as well as having the kids put some pressure on one another to make sure they are continuing to work and continuing to progress,” Williams said, “For me, it’s been fun to follow along to see who is checking in and who is posting their stuff for us to share. If you visit our program’s Twitter account https://twitter.com/Loveland_MensBB you will be able to see some content on how our players and the youth are working on their games,” Williams added.

Stay tuned for more workouts and workout locations from LHS’s very own coaches and athletes!

April 2, 2020
OHSAA Announces Cancellation of all Winter Tournaments

by Cassie Mattia

Columbus, Ohio – Since the COVID-19 outbreak athletes all over Ohio have been awaiting the decision on whether or not their sport will continue with competitions. On Thursday, OHSAA’s Director of Communications Tim Stried, Executive Director Jerry Snodgrass, and the rest of the OHSAA staff worked together to release a statement confirming that all OHSAA winter tournaments would be moved from postponed to canceled. Stried specified that the wrestling, basketball and ice hockey winter tournaments would not be completed. As unfortunate as this is for many Ohio High School athletes it is a matter of health and safety at the end of the day. Below is a statement from Tim Stried regarding the cancellation of the winter tournaments.

“The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced Thursday that the winter sports tournaments of wrestling, basketball and ice hockey, which were postponed indefinitely on March 12, are now canceled due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. It is anticipated that schools will not be able to reopen for many weeks, which prevents interscholastic athletics from taking place.

The start of the OHSAA’s spring sports of softball, lacrosse, baseball, track and field, and boys tennis is still postponed, which coincides with schools not being open.

Earlier Thursday, OHSAA Executive Director Jerry Snodgrass and his staff communicated with the schools that were still competing in those winter tournaments to announce the decision.

‘We are just devastated that the tournaments cannot be completed,’ said Snodgrass. ‘But our priority is the safety of our student-athletes, coaches, communities, and officials. Governor Mike DeWine is asking all Ohioans to do everything they can to stop the spread of this virus. That request, along with our schools not being able to reopen for weeks, means that school sports cannot happen at this time. Even if our schools reopen this spring, it will be difficult to find facilities willing to host the tournaments. Most campuses are shut down until mid to late summer. We are already planning for ways that these student-athletes will be honored at next year’s state tournament,’ said Snodgrass.

The 16 schools that qualified for the girls’ basketball state tournament and the four teams that qualified for the ice hockey state tournament will all receive state tournament programs. The 672 student-athletes who qualified for the wrestling state tournament will all receive a program, certificate and weigh-in card.

These four winter state tournaments and a few events during World War 2 (1941-45) are the only sports cancellations in the history of the OHSAA, which was founded in 1907.

No state champions will be listed for these four sports in 2020. The OHSAA does not use state polls from the media or coaches associations to determine state champions.

A reminder that OHSAA coaches can communicate electronically with their student-athletes, but no practices, scrimmages or contests of any kind are permitted until further notice.

On March 13, Snodgrass sent this memo to member schools: https://www.ohsaa.org/news-media/articles/ohsaa-winter-and-spring-sports-update

More information regarding spring sports will be provided when available.”

If you would like more information on the latest announcements and Ohio High School sports updates you can visit www.ohsaa.org. If you would like to check out OHSAA’s social media pages you can visit twitter.com/OHSAASports or facebook.com/OHSAASports.

April 1, 2020

PPE donations still needed locally to help nurses and first responders that are on the front lines

Hamilton County, Ohio – The Southwest Ohio region’s healthcare professionals and first responders need your help to protect them as they work tirelessly to treat and fight the COVID-19 outbreak. To alleviate the strain on the region’s healthcare system, Hamilton County Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (EMHSA) is requesting donations of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The specific need of the County is: N95 masks, surgical masks, disposable splash gowns, and exam gloves (latex-free preferred, but all unopened boxes of gloves will be accepted).

Specific industries that may be able to assist include: dental offices, veterinary offices, construction companies, hair salons and beauty supply stores. If you are able to donate, please call 513-263-8200 for donation drop-off location and additional information. Phone lines are monitored Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM. If the phone is not answered, leave a message with your name & contact information, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

A webpage with information regarding COVID-19 donation needs can be viewed HERE.

Building and Zoning Department suspends of services

Loveland, Ohio – Following the “Stay-at-Home or Shelter-in-Place” order from Governor DeWine, effective at the end of business on Monday, March 23 building and zoning permits and applications have suspended.

No applications will be accepted until further notice. Existing permits received prior to the end of business on Monday, March 23 will be processed in the order they were received.

According to City Hall, is anticipated that the suspension will last until April 6 and may be extended further.

For questions regarding building permits and applications call 513-707-1447 or email: bnoel@lovelandoh.gov. For questions regarding zoning permits and applications, you may also, call 513-707-1450 or email: ewisby@lovelandoh.gov.

When survivors are forced to stay in the home or in proximity to their abuser, it can create circumstances where their safety is compromised, and they may need to alter their safety plan.

For any victims and survivors who need support, we are here for you, 24/7.

Call 1-800-799-7233 or if you’re unable to speak safely, you can log onto the hotline.org or text LOVEIS to 22522

Ohio Tax Commissioner Announces State and Local Income Extension!

Cassie Mattia is theAssociate Editor and Lead Reporter at Loveland Magazine. She lives in Historic Downtown Loveland

by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – Loveland your prayers have been answered! Friday afternoon, the Ohio Tax Commissioner extended the due date for both filing and payment of state and local income tax helping not only the state of Ohio as whole but also helping many of our very own Loveland Residents. The City of Loveland announced the extension yesterday on the City’s website. Below is the statement from the City of Loveland’s official website.

“Late Friday afternoon, the Ohio Tax Commissioner extended the due date for filing and payment of state income tax, which in turn has extended municipal income tax filings and payments.

Municipal income returns and payments for the tax year 2019 with a due date of April 15, 2020, have been extended to July 15, 2020. Estimated payments for the first and second quarters of the tax year 2020 have also been extended to July 15, 2020.”

If you would like to learn more about the City of Loveland and how they are working hard to overcome the COVID-19 outbreak visit their official website at https://lovelandoh.gov/.

Loveland Legacy Foundation Aims to Give Back to Local Businesses and Their Employees!

Cassie Mattia is theAssociate Editor and Lead Reporter at Loveland Magazine. She lives in Historic Downtown Loveland

by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – The COVID-19 outbreak has been devastating for many people around the world. Those who own or are employed by small businesses have been some of the individuals that have been hit the hardest by this crisis. Both The City of Loveland and The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance (LMRCA) recognized that these businesses and their employees needed assistance so they came together and created a game plan. Saturday, President of LMRCA Cee-Cee Collins released a statement announcing that the Loveland Legacy Foundation would be assisting area businesses affected by closing and lay-offs due to the COVID-19 virus restrictions. This, of course, is another prime example of what the “Sweetheart of Ohio” is all about! Below is a statement from President Cee-Cee Collins on just what the Loveland Legacy Foundation will be doing for Loveland’s local businesses and employees.

“Many businesses in the Loveland, Ohio area have had to either close their doors at this time or lay off several employees in order to stay open. Many continue to fight to stay open to serve us.

The Loveland Legacy Foundation whose main purpose is to improve the Loveland community plan to offer assistance to area businesses. President, Steve Max, shared, “this type of crisis is what our organization was created for! We want to help our smaller businesses survive this crisis and come back strong when it passes.”

We are asking the community at large to give where they are able. Gift cards are being accepted to help unemployed workers bridge the gap. Consider a gift card from an area business or store where they can obtain the resources they may be lacking. Here is a list that shows area businesses that are selling gift cards and their hours: https://lovelandoh.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=204

Gift cards can be dropped off to Alley Boutique located in Historic Downtown Loveland, Ohio: 210 West Loveland, Ohio. (drop cards in the secure mailbox next to the flagpole), or to the Little Miami River Chamber of Commerce: 425 West Loveland Avenue mailbox.

Loveland Legacy Foundation is also asking for monetary donations to help both business owners who may help with rent or supplies to stay open. Please make donations directly to Loveland Legacy Foundation; www.Lovelandlegacyfoundation.org.

Loveland area businesses need us all at this time. They are the fabric of our community and have always been generous to all of us, it’s time for US to give to them. Thank you!”

If you would like to learn more about Loveland’s local businesses and how you can help visit LMRCA’s website at www.lmrchamberalliance.org or feel free to email President CeeCee Collins at ceecee@lmrchamberalliance.org.

Stay tuned to our website, Twitter (https://twitter.com/lovelandmagazin), and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LovelandMagazine/) page for the latest Loveland and COVID-19 updates!

Chiefs Steve Pegram and Otto Huber appointed to Economic Task Force in wake of COVID-19

Goshen and Loveland, Ohio – The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) has formed an Economic Task Force to help its members navigate challenging times, according to a statement by IAFC President Gary Ludwig.

Fire Chief Steve Pegram of the Goshen (Ohio) Fire Department will serve as chair of the Economic Task Force. Other members include Loveland/Symmes Fire Chief Otto Huber.

The Task Force was implemented to help fire service personnel understand what federal dollars they may be eligible for under the various stimulus bills from the federal government, and navigate the challenging economic times that are coming from reduced tax revenue because of the economic shutdown.

Read the full story at FireRescue1…

Loveland closes park playgrounds and basketball courts

The playground equipment at the Loveland Primary/Elementary school campus has been wrapped in yellow caution tape.

Loveland and Miami Township, Ohio – To prevent the spread of the COVID 19 virus, the City of Loveland has corraled play equipment in their parks with yellow caution tape following the recommendations of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.*

**The playground in Loveland’s Kiwanis Park on Wall Street in the West Loveland Historic District**

**The basketball court in Loveland’s Kiwanis Park on Wall Street in the West Loveland Historic District**

**The playground in Nisbet Park in downtown Loveland**

Miami Township has removed the rims at park playground basketball courts after witnessing people who were not social distancing.

Miami Township • Clermont County OH

BASKETBALL COURTS CLOSED

We are now physically removing all rims from the basketball courts at our four parks. The courts are now closed to all. Thank you for your cooperation.

This also means they’re not available for the examples we saw this week: a father and daughter using one; a mother and son and a couple of siblings shooting together.

Although this was suggested by the Governor (not ordered), we had hopes park goers would act responsibly so families, and individuals, would have a place to go to get fresh air & physical activity.

*Here is the Stay at Home Order from the Ohio Department of Health.

Latest news and updates from Loveland City Hall

Building and Zoning Department Suspension of Services

Following the “Stay-at-Home or Shelter-in Place” order from Governor DeWine, effective at the end of business on Monday March 23, 2020 building and zoning permits and applications will be suspended. No applications will be accepted until further notice. Existing permits received prior to the end of business on Monday March 23, 2020 will be processed in the order they were received. It is anticipated that the suspension will last until April 6, 2020 and may be extended further. For questions regarding building permits and applications please call 513-707-1447 or email: bnoel@lovelandoh.gov. For questions regarding zoning permits and applications, please call 513-707-1450 or email: ewisby@lovelandoh.gov.

Utility Payments

Drive-up WIndow at City Hall is closed

In an effort to further reduce staffing at City Hall, effective immediately, the drive-up window at City Hall will be closed. Utility payments can be made online by Clicking Here. The city will also continue to process utility payments through the mail and those deposited in the drop box at City Hall.

Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation. We will continue to monitor the email info@lovelandoh.gov 24 hours a day to address any questions, concerns or needs that you may have.

David Kennedy, City Manager

Brush Pickup Temporarily Suspended

Due to the need to perform essential duties only, we are temporarily suspending our Spring Brush Pickup program. Brush already placed at the curb can remain. As soon as we are able, brush pickup will be reinstated.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

David Kennedy, City Manager

Council Meeting Cancelled

Loveland City Council will not hold a meeting that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2020.

How to stay informed

We are strongly encouraging the public to sign up, via the City’s website, for newsflash, updates, alerts and announcements. Residents can do so by visiting:
https://www .lovelandoh.gov/MyAccount/ProfileCreate?dn=https://www .lovelandoh.gov&from= url&url=/. Once they create a username and password, they can select which information they want to subscribe to. The process is very easy and takes about 2 minutes.

On March 20 the City Manager also announced:

Other COVID-19 activities for the week included a review of budgeted capital improvement projects and equipment purchases that could be suspended. In total, 15 projects, totaling over $550,000 were suspended, until such time as the impact of the virus outbreak on the City’s finances can be fully evaluated.

The following is a summary of actions taken by City Staff to do our part to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

Restricted water shut offs
Closed all City buildings to public access
Closed all public restrooms
Canceled all committee meetings
Allowed some City staff to work remotely

Reduced City staffing in the Office
Deferred/Continued all Mayor’s Court Cases until May 7.
Maintained security and access into the City Water Plant
Improved communication to our residents with the addition of a dedicated “Button” on our home page for important links and updates on the virus