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  • 22nd Annual Christmas Toy Store: Donations now being accepted

    22nd Annual Christmas Toy Store: Donations now being accepted

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    Like most adults, thoughts of the holiday season bring images of spending time with family and friends to mind. If you ask a child to describe the holidays you will hear many talk about family and friends, but you will always hear every child mention presents. As adults we know the true meaning of the holidays. We know it is a time to celebrate family, faith, and friends. To children it is a time for decorations, songs, and gifts.            

    So that the moms and dads who shop at our Toy Store have a sense of dignity that they are “buying” the gifts for their children and grandchildren, not receiving a hand out.

    While the holiday may not be about gifts, the Loveland Initiative Christmas Toy Store is about more than just Barbie, G.I. Joe, and games. The program was established to operate, not only so that low income residents could provide education dollars to those that have the most difficulty affording educational opportunities beyond high school, but also so that the moms and dads who shop at our Toy Store have a sense of dignity that they are “buying” the gifts for their children and grandchildren, not receiving a hand out, and so are contributing to something greater than ourselves. 

    The Tracy Johnson Scholarship awards one thousand five hundred dollars to a student with financial need in Loveland.

    The Loveland Initiative Christmas Toy Store may seem like it is focused on presents, but the proceeds provide funds for scholarships to students within the Loveland community. The Tracy Johnson Scholarship awards one thousand five hundred dollars to a student with financial need in Loveland. Now that sounds like the true holiday spirit to me!  

    The 22nd Annual Christmas Toy Store’s location is still to be determined but the date for the event is December 14, 2018.  Please check out our website, lovelandinitiative.org,  for more information about us.  Also, “like” our Facebook page to stay up to date!  There is a wonderful video from WLWT on the page from the 2017 Christmas Toy Store. Check it out to see what the Christmas Toy Store is all about. 

    We will be accepting donations of NEW, UNWRAPPED toys and gifts for children, pre-teens and teens. (See suggested gift list below). Gift cards and monetary donations are also greatly appreciated.

    Please drop off donations to any of the Loveland School District buildings during school hours November 1 – December 10.  We can also make arrangements to pick up gifts. 

    We are confident that our community will once again pull together to help the children and the families in Loveland.

    In addition to gifts, we always need volunteers for pick-up, displays and transportation. We are confident that our community will once again pull together to help the children and the families in Loveland.  

    Please feel free to contact Project Leaders Mary Hensley mhnsly@yahoo.com or Shionee Blust johnshionee@gmail.com or the Executive Director Terri Rogers 513-739-2354/ trogers7@fuse.net with any questions or concerns. 

    Thank you in advance for your help!

    Loveland Magazine is a Sponsor of the 22nd Annual Christmas Toy Store

  • Drug Take Back Day is October 27 in Loveland: collecting any unused, expired, or unwanted medications

    Drug Take Back Day is October 27 in Loveland: collecting any unused, expired, or unwanted medications

    Loveland, Ohio – Numerous studies have shown prescription medication is the primary way most addicts get hooked on opiates. Don’t expose your family or friends to the risk of addiction hiding in your house.
    The Loveland Police Department and the Loveland Educating Against Alcohol and Drugs (LEAAD) team have partnered with the Drug Enforcement Agency to collect any unused, expired, or unwanted medications.
    On Saturday, October 27, you can safely dispose of medications at the Loveland Safety Center and the Loveland Elementary School from 10 AM. until 2 PM.
    These locations only except pills and tablets. They cannot accept creams, patches, injectables, or other forms of medications.

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  • Part one: Did You Know about all the new and old in Historic Downtown Loveland?

    Part one: Did You Know about all the new and old in Historic Downtown Loveland?

    PART 1 of 3

    Cassie Mattia lives in Historic Downtown Loveland

    PART 1 of 3

    Loveland, Ohio – Every historic town has its secrets and so does its local businesses. Learning the history about where you live not only makes it more appealing but also forces you to ask yourself what else don’t I know about the very town I live in?

    Many Loveland residents are aware of the historic nature of the town itself, but DID YOU KNOW Loveland was known as a resort town because of its summer homes for the wealthy? Loveland was referred to as “Little Switzerland of the Miami Valley.” Loveland was also home to Ohio’s first paper mill built by John Smith in 1810. The Mill is now known as “Kugler Mill.” DID YOU KNOW Loveland was originally known as Paxton until Colonial Ramsey in 1863 reestablished the borders of the land, therefore, deciding upon the name Loveland due to the frequent stops residents made at James Loveland’s popular general store.

    The Ramsey-Paxton Cemetery is a hidden gem locally, state-wide and nationally!

    No one is afraid to show school spirit in Loveland, as Loveland City Schools is a hot commodity in the historic town of Loveland, but DID YOU KNOW Loveland City Schools was operated as two separate districts, Loveland East and Loveland West until 1926?

    There’s nothing like going to that one particular local spot in town where everyone knows everyone and that’s exactly what you experience when you step into one of oldest buildings in Loveland, Paxton’s Grill. In the 1880’s Paxton’s Grill was home to the Grear’s Saloon until years later the building was transformed into a restaurant and named after Loveland’s first settler Colonial Thomas Paxton. Paxton’s opened its doors in 2000.

    One of the best spots to purchase running gear according to many Loveland residents is Jackrabbit located right in the heart of downtown, but DID YOU KNOW that wasn’t always a retail store? The building where Jackrabbit stands now used to be a B&O Train Depot built in 1907! Bob Roncker’s Running spot was opened in 2008 and was rebranded into Jackrabbit in 2013. The building was once the studio of world renown artist, William Schickel.

    Clothing Boutiques have seen an outstanding increase in popularity over the last few years due to the fascination with a more vintage style of clothing. DID YOU KNOW Loveland has finally landed its very own clothing boutique called Alley’s Boutique?

    Before Alley’s Boutique owners Janel Thompson and Debby Walker ran a fashion store called Cincy Fashion Wheels located in the Bishop building right here in Loveland. Unfortunately, in May of 2017, their store was one of many businesses that were destroyed by a devastating fire in Loveland’s historic Bishop Building. With every tragedy brings new opportunities and with that opportunity, the now trio of owners, with the addition of Ann-Marie Toney, found a new location right off the Little Miami Bike Trail and changed the name to Alley’s Boutique. DID YOU KNOW Alley’s Boutique was the first business affected by the Bishop Building fire to reopen?

    Safety has never looked so flashy! DID YOU KNOW anyone using the bike trail can now hit a button that will activate a large rectangular rapid flashing beacon on both sides of the bike trail crossing on Loveland Avenue that alerts traffic to stop for pedestrians using the crossing? The Ohio Department of Natural Resources and the Friends of the Little Miami State Park secured an ODOT safety grant in the amount of 46,000 dollars to improve safety and traffic flow at the bike trail crossings in 2017.

    If you live in Downtown Loveland it’s very easy to attain an active lifestyle with the Little Miami bike trail in your backyard and what goes hand in hand with an active lifestyle? A healthy diet! DID YOU KNOW that Loveland’s Fresh Press Juicery and Coffee uses only fresh local and organic ingredients to create their timeless menu items? Fresh Press is operated out of a 147-year-old building by owners Jacob and Katie in the heart of Downtown Loveland. DID YOU KNOW Fresh Press features Chef Jimmy Hooper who developed his extensive skill set in places such as, the Fairmont Hotel in Chicago, Cincinnati’s Tavern Restaurant Group and Ivy Hill’s Country Club? Chef Hooper not only used his culinary creativity to create menu items such as The Arugula and Sweet Potato Bowl, The Avocado Sweet Toast and The Frogman Smoothie, but he also designed the kitchen and built the inside and outside bar at Fresh Press.

    Plaid Room Records will soon open in the old Pizazz location next to City Hall.

    Vinyl records have been making a huge comeback since the vintage wave has taken the world by storm. In 2015, Loveland got it’s very own piece of history when Plaid Room Records opened its doors. DID YOU KNOW that Plaid Room Records saw such success in their store that they decided to open shop at a brand new location on West Loveland Ave right next to the beloved Loveland Sweets shop? The new shop will open in September and will provide Plaid Room Records with the much-needed space for their 20,000 plus collection of vinyl records. Plaid Room Record’s 2015 location was 900 square feet and now their new location will be over 2,200 square feet, which will allow Plaid Room to bring in more live music, serve beer, host more events and stock more records. DID YOU KNOW Plaid Room Records is home to Colemine Records started by owners Terry and Bob Cole? Colemine, known as raw and authentic soul music, was created in 2007 after Terry and a friend had finished an album called The City. They wanted to start selling the album at shows but didn’t want to do it the traditional way so Terry decided to create a logo for the album, which led to the making of the label Colemine. Fast forward to 2015 Colemine Records came to Loveland and found a home at Plaid Room Records.

    The State and National Scenic Little Miami River flows through the heart of Downtown Loveland.

    Stay tuned for part 2 and 3 of my tour of Historic Downtown Loveland, Ohio.

    Local Sweets Shop Celebrates Life’s Simple Pleasures

    “Because chocolate calls the shots.” Loveland, Ohio – Unicorn Bark, Penny Candy, Salted Caramel Chip Ice Cream, Peanut Butter Banana Bark, Berry Berry Bean Ice Cream…
  • After last night’s wind here is some handy news

    After last night’s wind here is some handy news

    Loveland, Ohio – The City’s 2018 Fall Brush Collection program will begin on Tuesday, November 13. Brush must be placed at the curb no later than Monday night, November 12.  Please review the requirements for brush collection below.  The City says that any material not meeting these requirements will not be collected and will be left at the curb.  If you are unable to meet this schedule, residents are encouraged to come to City Hall to get a free voucher to drop off any yard waste to Evans Landscaping.  Wood chips will be available again this year by calling 513-707-6114.

    You may also view Illustrated Brush Pick-Up Instructions (PDF).

    The following are guidelines established for the brush pick-up program:

    • Brush must be placed at the curb or edge of roadway. Do not place brush in the roadway, gutter, ditches, or on sidewalks. Do not block fire hydrants.
    • Limbs cannot exceed 10 inches in diameter at the cut section.
    • Limbs should be placed at the curb with the cut section facing the street and all limbs should be facing the same direction. This makes it easier and faster to handle.
    • No leaves, pine needles, grass clippings, or other yard waste will be collected.
    • Small twigs and sticks should be bundled with twine in bundles 12 inches in diameter. Twigs or sticks can also be placed in a container at the curb, but no other yard waste should be in the containers. Please, no loose piles of sticks and debris.

      Loveland’s LEAF collection dates

  • Lawrence (Larry) Edwin Hamilton: An opportunity to promote The RIGHT Concept

    Lawrence (Larry) Edwin Hamilton: An opportunity to promote The RIGHT Concept

    This is the acceptance speech that Loveland-born Lawrence (Larry) Edwin Hamilton Jr. gave when he was honored as a Distinguished Alumni and inducted into the Loveland Schools Foundation Hall of Fame on September 21. Hamilton was introduced by his son Lawrence Hamilton III.

    James Baldwin wrote, “History is not the past. It is the present. We carry our history with us. We are our history.”  

    Larry Hamilton

    I thank my son for the beautiful introduction and his divinely appointed role as a father and teacher in service to the community as well as the inspiration in part for an inclusive historical heritage. His oldest son is named Omavi which means the Highest gift from GOD and Asali his youngest son’s name means one who honors the ancestors.  I recognize the presence of my uncle the Rev. Ralph Hamilton, the last survivor of the children of Esther Hannon Hamilton who was surrounded by a family of distinguished teachers and preachers and finally I am blessed to have my living history making and loving mother Mary F. Greene Hamilton the oldest surviving elder at a soon to be 94 years young. It is her biological legacy, by way of her mitochondrial DNA that give me historical connection to the Nubians of the Nile Valley and southern Egypt. 

     Larry Hamilton, a native of Loveland, Ohio, is a retired teacher of African American History, World Studies and Current Events from Piqua, OH.

    Larry graduated cum laude with a B.S. in Education in 1971 from Central State University where he was a member of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society, Alpha Kappa Mu National Honor Society and President of Delta Xi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.

    He earned a Masters Degree in Education from Wright State University in 1979

    When I received the letter from Linda Slusher notifying me of my selection to the Loveland Schools Foundation Hall of Fame, I was humbled that I would be considered and wrote her back that If the LORD is willing I intend to come in recognition of the sacrifice and struggle on behalf of those whose shoulders I have stood upon and who have made a way for me to honor them in Doing the RIGHT Thing.

    Every morning, after I arise and stumble toward the kitchen for my morning cup of coffee, I then sit and turn on my computer and the screensaver is a picture of my great grandmother Cynthia Ann Ross Hannon, whose family had moved to Loveland by 1890 but she returned to Kentucky after attending Berea College to teach black children at the Colored School in Gallatin County, perhaps because she wouldn’t have been allowed to teach in Loveland.

    Linda, I thank you personally and the members of the Loveland Schools Foundation collectively for this surprising recognition and opportunity to promote The RIGHT Concept.

    RIGHT stands for Recognizing Individual Greatness in Historical Testament.

    RIGHT stands for Recognizing Individual Greatness in Historical Testament.  This concept was given to me as an epiphany on the early Sunday morning of Jan. 23, of 2005 and employs a biblical standard that embodies the concern over the historical bias in naming patterns and the contemporary artificial barriers limiting the expansion of ownership identity of public properties, to the least among us.  RIGHT seeks to re-evaluate the standards of heroism and societal acceptance of those who may have been deemed not to be valued or worthy of having their names adorn public facilities.   RIGHT advocates a proactive effort in naming public properties that is more reflective of the diversity within the community and that acknowledges from a historical perspective the merit of greater inclusion with regards to race, gender, ethnic and national origin in expanding ownership identity.

    The declining prospects for saving the Loveland Predestinarian Baptist Church falls within the parameter of Doing the RIGHT Thing.

    The declining prospects for saving the Loveland Predestinarian Baptist Church falls within the parameter of Doing the RIGHT Thing. My personal remembrances and the family legacy associated with that church,  that I had attended as a child, and my father before me, and His mother before him, my grandma Esther, who had been my Sunday School teacher.  Her mother Cynthia the teacher later married John W. Hannon who would pastor the Loveland church for nearly fifty years.  Cynthia’s, mother was Lucy Sams Ross who was born a slave in Kentucky and had weathered many storms of life in the form of personal losses, social indignities and political denials, but her faith was her refuge and shortly after migrating to Ohio she became a founding member of the Loveland Predestinarian Baptist Church in 1892.  https://lovelandmagazine.com/2012/07/a-historic-review-of-chest-street-church.html 

    In the release of Book III of Lucy’s Story the cover painted by wife Linda, depicts two women-one white and one black (Helen Medert & Mary Sidney Wells) two ‘prayer warriors’ during the 1913 Loveland Flood. My great uncle Dee Ross, the son of Lucy and brother to Cynthia, was a hero of that 1913 flood story in Loveland but I believe, he went unrecognized for his heroism due to his skin color, but I am committed to telling his story and OUR Story while ‘keeping the faith’ and doing the RIGHT thing. 

    I have gifted my fellow inductees with a copy of Book II of Lucy’s Story Between Two Suns: The Berean Experience and I wish to donate a copy of Book III of Lucy’s Story to the Loveland High School Library as a donation by Linda Slusher.

    As I prepare to take my seat, I’ll close and ask your consideration of a brief poem titled:

    YOUR ANCESTORS

    If you could see your ancestors all standing in a row.

    Would you be proud of them? Or don’t you really know.

    Strange discoveries are often made, climbing the family tree.

    Sometimes one is found in line who shocks the progeny.

    If you could see your ancestors all standing in a row.

    Perhaps there might be one or two you wouldn’t care to know.

    Now turn the question right about and take another view.

    When you shall meet your ancestors, will they be proud of you?

    (Author unknown)

    Follow this LINK to hear Lawrence Hamilton III introducing his father.

  • Measuring the success of our school district

    Measuring the success of our school district

    A Guest Column By Dr. Amy Crouse,

    Our collective mission at Loveland City Schools is to prepare students for tomorrow, today; this year, the state report card reflected that we are making strides to achieve just that. I have said before and will say again: I strongly believe the true value of a school district cannot be limited to a simple score on a standardized test, which is what the state report card reflects. I also believe that there will always be room for growth and
    improvement, regardless of the “grades” earned. So while the report card is just one tool of accountability, it provides us with useful information we can apply and reflect upon as we continue to provide the best educational experience we can for our students.

    In Loveland, we celebrate gains in the Progress and Achievement components, both of which echo the growth we have made in giving our students the tools they need to comprehend, retain and personalize the information they receive every day. Through our targeted improvement plans in the past year, we have made particular strides in the Progress component, which indicates the growth of our students based on past performance. Our grade in the Achievement component places Loveland in the top 22 percent of districts in our region, which means our students are one step closer to being more educated, empowered and prepared for tomorrow, today.

    We can also celebrate a gain in the Gap Closing component of the report card, meaning we are putting initiatives and programs in place to properly meet the performance expectations for all students in English language arts, math and graduation. We are one of only 14 (out of 49) districts in Hamilton, Warren, Butler and Clermont counties that earned an “A.” I am incredibly proud of this accomplishment because it reflects the dedication and hard work our staff has put toward ensuring each and every student can be successful.

    While we will continue to celebrate our successes, we will never ignore the areas that present opportunities for growth. After all, who wouldn’t love to receive an “A” across all measures? Who wouldn’t love to see every child succeed every day? Ultimately, our goal is that every Tiger student is empowered to learn, grow and embody our core values of care, respect and responsibility. That is success.

    Dr. Amy Crouse is Superintendent of the Loveland City School District

    The work we do every day in our classrooms is complex, and as a school district committed to high achievement and continuous growth, we monitor, analyze and factor in multiple data points when we consider the educational experience we strive to provide. I invite you to take a look at another source of data – our Quality Profile – which includes measures beyond the test scores to show the total value that our schools provide our Tiger students, staff and community. This publication is available by clicking on the image to the upper right. Residents will find an executive summary in the mailboxes shortly.

    As always, I thank you for supporting our educational mission. Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions or concerns regarding the state report card or our Quality Profile.

    In service to our Tigers.

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  • 2018 Giving Thanks 5K

    2018 Giving Thanks 5K

    RSVP: Jen Steiner at iteach2345@yahoo.com or text at 513-289-6393

    Promoted Post – Loveland Magazine is the Media Sponsor for the 2018 Giving Thanks 5K. 

  • “Memphis, the Musical” will open Loveland Stage Company’s 39th season and it has attracted terrific actors from all over the Cincinnati area!

    “Memphis, the Musical” will open Loveland Stage Company’s 39th season and it has attracted terrific actors from all over the Cincinnati area!

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    Memphis, the Musical” will open Loveland Stage Company’s 39thseason November 2 and it has attracted terrific actors from all over the Cincinnati area!

    Alex Ross,  playing the male lead  of Huey Calhoun, is a Sharonville resident. This is his fourth role with Loveland for which he has received four awards. He performs locally with bands and as soloist and has Memphis experience, performing in the city with a house blues band on Beale Street.

    Kyndra Jefferies, portraying Felicia Farrell, lives in College Hill.  Although this is her first show with LSC, she has appeared with CMT and Children’s Theater. Kyndra was recently credited in the movie just filmed, “The Old Man and the Gun.”

    Roger Dumas Jr. (Delray Farrell), a Mt. Airy resident, has chosen the LSC stage to make his return to the theater after nearly a decade. He says theater is his passion!

    Austin Hoard ( Gator) is a Sycamore High School Graduate making his debut at LSC and works for the Aves Theater as set designer and technical director.

    An Iowa native, Mary Puetz (Gladys Calhoun), now lives in Symmes Township. Very active in community theater, “Memphis, the Musical” is her fifth show this year!

    Toledo native Jon Scheiding is the vocal director of the musical, and a Toledo native. This is Jon’s first time directing with LSC but has performed in and done tech for countless shows across the area.  His hobby? He has a pilot license and loves flying!

    Director Liz Olekas was born in the Chicago area and now lives in Maineville. This is her debut at directing at LSC but has directed for and performed in numerous community theater shows in the area. Her first show with LSC was “Jekyll and Hyde” and she credits Mark Woods, longtime member of LSC, recently deceased, for getting her on stage for that experience.

    Loveland native Jeanne Bilyeu (orchestra director) now lives in Symmes Township. She has directed the music for LSC’s last two shows “9 to 5” and “Little Mermaid” and has done a lot of work with Acting Up.

    Choreographer Margie Clegg, a familiar face to LSC patrons, hails from New York. She is sharing choreographer duties with David A. Choate. David is the producing Artistic Director for Revolution Dance Theatre, a non-profit arts service organization in Cincinnati. He trained with the Cincinnati Ballet, Dayton Contemporary Dance company as well as the School of Creative and Performing Arts.

    At least 25 other talented actors, dancers and singers comprise the rest of the cast, all from various communities in the Cincinnati area.

    “Memphis, the Musical”, which is rated “R”, opens November 2, 7:30 p.m. at the theatre located at 111 S. 2ndSt. (Rt. 48), 45140.

    Evening shows are also scheduled Nov. 3, 9, 10, 16, and 17, all at 7:30.

    Matinees are Sunday November 4, 11 and 18 at 3 p.m.

    Tickets are $20 for all performances.

    For more information see the website at http://lovelandstagecompany.org  or by call 513-443-4572.

     

  • Tiger Cross Country up-date

    Tiger Cross Country up-date

    Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland men and women’s Cross Country teams had strong showings at the ECC Conference meet this past Saturday held at West Clermont. Both teams placed 3rd overall behind Kings and Turpin. Kings and Turpin are ranked Top 20 in the state for both Mens and Womens Cross Country.

    The Loveland men’s Cross Country team placed 3rd (85) at the ECC Conference Championships behind Turpin (41) and Kings (39). The Tigers had arguably their best  “team” race of the season. Team times include:

    Senior, Greg Ballman, 9th overall, time of 16:59.10

    Freshman, Ryan Chevalier, 14th overall, time of 17:06.30

    Sophomore, Ajay Stutz, 19th overall, time of 17:20.91

    Junior, Alex Ditchen, 21st overall, with a time of 17:22.57

    Senior, Thomas Gear, 22nd overall, time of 17:23.18

    Senior, Matt Huether, 24th overall, time of 17:25.50

    Junior, Kyle Griffin, 26th overall, time of 17:27.14

    Their next meet, Districts, will be held at Voice of America Park on Saturday October 20th at 11:30 AM.

    The Loveland Womens Cross Country team placed 3rd (84) at the ECC Conference Championships behind Kings (54) and Turpin (48). Team times include:

    Freshman, Jessie Gibbins, 9th overall, time of 19:38.39

    Sophomore, Ansley Richards, 13th overall, time of 19:51.27

    Sophomore, Ellie Carr, 14th overall, time of 19:51.53

    Senior, Sydney Cree, 23rd overall, time of 20:35.00

    Senior, Grace Moriarty, 25th overall, time of 20:41.29

    Freshman, Kristina Feighery, 31st overall, time of 21:04.15

    Junior, Lexi Duff, 36th overall, time of 21:53.10

    Their next meet, Districts, will be held at Voice of America Park on Saturday October 20th at 10:30 AM.

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  • Former Board of Education member Linda Pennington passes

    Former Board of Education member Linda Pennington passes

    Loveland, Ohio – Longtime Board of Education Member Linda Pennington retired from her service, on April 18, 2017. Mrs. Pennington began serving the students of the Loveland City School District in 1995 and was vice-president six times in that span.

    Longtime friend, colleague, and current Board Vice-President, Kathy Lorenz told Loveland Magazine today, “I can tell you that even as she was confined to a care center, she and I still discussed how things were going in Loveland and she talked about wanting to run again. Linda believed she had a special constituency in Loveland and wanted to serve them well and she was concerned about every taxpayer. She was concerned about every child and got on the board to advocate for the ones in need, for the academically gifted, for the athletes, for the just-plain-average important student.”

    At the time of her retirement, Loveland Superintendent Chad Hilliker said, “Mrs. Pennington has been a leader of positive change for the students in the Loveland City School District; her dedication to the Board of Education is quite remarkable. Mrs. Pennington has been a treasure to our educational community.”

    Lorenz also said today that Pennington had a gift and passion for rewarding accomplishments and achievements and she was constantly looking for ways that the Board could show appreciation for students, faculty, and staff who were doing their jobs well. “Linda and I didn’t agree on everything but we agreed on what we were working for – the children of Loveland. She served Loveland well as a board member and even before that as a parent, PTA member, and PTA President. We will miss her,” said Lorenz.

    Linda (nee Gulley)Pennington

    Linda C. (nee Gulley) Pennington, born February 3rd, 1950 to Richard and Nettie Gulley, passed away October 12th, 2018 at the age of 68. Linda was the beloved wife of Gary L. Pennington for 49 years. Loving mother of Gina (Doug) Ogden and Lisa (Ben) Dalton. Cherished mamaw of five grandbabies; Alexis Wiles, Julia Ogden, Kylee, Avery and Ashton Dalton. Dear sister of Bonnie Harper and the late Cecil Coy, Don Gulley, Barb Snyder and Betty Schmitz.

    Linda was deeply involved with Loveland Community for 30 plus years. She was passionate about the best interest of all children. Linda showed this by being involved in a number of organizations including Junior Women’s Club, PTA and serving on the Loveland School Board for 22 years. She was an integral part of enhancing the educational experience for the students of Loveland City Schools.

    Friends will be received Wednesday, October 17 from 6-8 PM in the Tufts Schildmeyer Funeral Home, 129 N. Riverside Ave., Loveland, where funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 AM. Interment Rest Haven Memorial Park.

    In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the NEST. The NEST provides sound Nutrition and targeted Education in a Safe neighborhood environment to Transform the outcome of at-risk school-age children. Donations can be made through nestclc.org/donate.