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  • 2024 Cpt. Seth Mitchell Hero 5K Scholarship Update

    2024 Cpt. Seth Mitchell Hero 5K Scholarship Update

    by Steve Mitchell

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Maura Johnson 
    Elena Plante

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

    Gabby Saletta

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

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

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

    Steve Mitchell is the Father of Captain Seth Mitchell

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

     

  • Instructions for Water Boil Advisory

    Instructions for Water Boil Advisory

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

    The boil advisory remains in effect.

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

    Background:

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

     

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

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  • Cincinnati Public Library will demolish and construct a new Symmes Branch

    Cincinnati Public Library will demolish and construct a new Symmes Branch

    Symmes Township, Ohio – The Cincinnati Public Library will demolish and construct a new Symmes Branch at the current location. The preliminary estimate for the 22,000-square-foot building is approximately $16 million. Estimated Completion date is late 2025 or early 2026

    The final design and cost-estimating process is wrapping up for the project.

    In order to expedite the project, they will begin demolition while the project construction is out for bid.

    A temporary location will be at 9267 Governor’s Way, approximately .5 miles from the branch, to provide space for basic service during the construction of the new building including holds pickup, material returns, passport service, limited programs, and a “curated” collection. The Library Facilities Team is preparing the space, and expect to move to the location in early October.

    9267 Governor’s Way

    The Library says they have spent a considerable amount of time and resources over the last year developing and evaluating design options to improve the existing branch parking lot, pedestrian and traffic safety, and service operations at the system’s busiest branch.

    “During the process, the estimates to renovate and create a small addition were between $8 million – $10 million. Considering the lack of options to make cost-efficient and significant improvements, and given a rare opportunity for the Library to take advantage of tax reduction energy incentives, the Library is now considering a plan to demolish the existing structure and construct a new larger branch that is planned to include solar panels and a geothermal energy system.”

     

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Instructions for Water Boil Advisory

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

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

    by Chris Ball

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    For Facebook, click here.

    For X, click here.

    For Instagram, click here. 

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

  • Important back to school message from Jack’s mom

    Important back to school message from Jack’s mom

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

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


    More about the Jack Quehl Foundation…

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

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

    Click here to view our interactive 2023 Impact Report.

  • City purchases former Donisi Mirror Company building and land

    City purchases former Donisi Mirror Company building and land

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    by Chris Ball

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

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

     

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

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

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

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

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

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

    For Facebook, click here.

    For X, click here.

    For Instagram, click here. 

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

  • Watch promo video of Loveland Arts Festival coming September 7

    Watch promo video of Loveland Arts Festival coming September 7

    Loveland, Ohio – Whistle Stop Clay Works will be hosting another fantastic assortment of fine artists at their Loveland Arts Festival in Historic Downtown on the bank of O’Bannon Creek. Stop out on Saturday, September 7 from 11 AM to 4 PM, meet some amazing artists and get a jump on your holiday shopping.

  • Yost Seeks Freeze on EPA emissions rule

    Yost Seeks Freeze on EPA emissions rule

    Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to pause a federal rule that forces states and power plants to comply with “unrealistic” and “unlawful” regulations targeting air pollution.

    In a filing with the court, Yost and the attorney general of Kansas oppose a recent Environmental Protection Agency rule that gives coal-fired power plants an ultimatum: Capture and store 90% of carbon emissions or shut down within eight years.

    “The EPA has resorted to ‘take it or leave it’ tactics to force its climate agenda on states and their power industries,” Yost said. “Protecting the air we breathe shouldn’t cost us our rights.”

    The attorneys general assert that the EPA lacks authority under the Clean Air Act to impose such regulations, noting a court ruling in a separate case that blocked the agency from forcing power plants to shift from fossil-fuel power to other types of energy.

    The EPA is taking an indirect approach to achieve the same unlawful outcome, the filing says, by giving states and power plants “impossible choices” that inevitably favor the agency’s climate agenda and strip states of their rights.

    Under the rule, the filing says, the EPA presents power plants with the no-win option to either risk billions of dollars on unproven emissions technology to meet unachievable benchmarks or shut down.

    Likewise, states can choose to immediately expend significant resources to comply with a rule that is likely to prove illegal or stand by as the federal government infringes on their sovereignty, the attorney generals write.

    In July, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit allowed the EPA’s rule to take effect as legal challenges continue. Yost and Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach seek a stay from the U.S. Supreme Court to put a hold on the rule while the case proceeds.