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  • The ol’ cabin at the Meade Property Park by Scott Carney

    The ol’ cabin at the Meade Property Park by Scott Carney

    Photographer Scott Carney painted his photograph of the Ross Log Cabin in Symmes Township’s Meade Property on Lebanon Road. Scott calls it, “The ol’ cabin at the Meade Property Park.”

     

    Learn more about the Ross Log House and Boy Scout Calvin Spencer’s work to preserve it

     

    MORE ABOUT THE ROSS FAMILY LOG HOUSE MUSEUM on the Meade Property in Symmes Township

    The Symmes Township Historical Society and the Symmes Township Board of Trustees joined together to guarantee that this historic 1830’s two-story (20’ x 24’) log house is restored for future generations to enjoy. The Society entered into a long-term lease with Symmes Township which allowed for the log house to be reconstructed on a portion of the Township’s historic Meade House property at 11887 Lebanon Road.

    The Society received a $100,000 grant from the Ohio Cultural Facility Commission, but bringing this history to life through restoration required the support of many other individuals and groups. The Society is thankful for all the donations received for this project. Everyone’s contribution, no matter how large or small, was important.

    This 2-story log home was originally located at the corner of Rich Road and Mulberry Street. The Society believes John and Mary Ross built the log house about 1836. In the 1830’s there were no “building permits” issued so it’s hard to know for certain. But when the Ross’ purchased the 137-acre tract they had 8 children. This house is 20′ x 24′ and is a full 2-story log house.  The size of the house would have accommodated the family and the Society’s research to date points to this family as builders of the log structure.

    John Ross’ parents, John and Jeannette Ross, were natives of Ireland who settled in Juniate County, PA. In 1812 they emigrated with their 11 children to 20-Mile Stand in Warren County. The elder John Ross was a Revolutionary War soldier. The Ross family helped organize the Somerset Presbyterian Church (the church building has been moved to Sharon Woods Village). John and Jeannette are buired in the Township’s Union Cemetery.

    The original log home had an interior chimney. This is somehwat unusual but a feature that would have kept the house warmer in the winter months. The beams are hand hewn and the 2nd level had the original floorboards. There would have been a privy and a smokehouse/cookhouse also on the site. An unusual feature of the house is the front door, which is no higher than six (6) feet. Why such a short main entrance to the house – were people really shorter 180 years ago?

  • Current Ohio and surrounding counties COVID-19 data

    Current Ohio and surrounding counties COVID-19 data

    There are 7,791 confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 in Ohio and 361 confirmed and probable COVID-19 deaths. A total of 2,237 people have been hospitalized, including 677 admissions to intensive care units. In-depth data can be accessed by visiting coronavirus.ohio.gov.

    Video of today’s full Statehouse update, including versions with foreign language closed captioning, can be viewed on the Ohio Channel’s YouTube page.

    For more information on Ohio’s response to COVID-19, visit coronavirus.ohio.gov or call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH.

    Clermont County COVID-19 Case Summary – 45 Confirmed Cases 4  Probable Cases. 49 Total Cases 26 Recovered. 10 Hospitalizations. 1 Death. 2-86 Age Range. 25 Females. 24 Males

    **Hamilton County has Confirmed 594 COVID-19 Cases from the Ohio Department of Health

    HCPH Residents Hospitalizations Deaths
    360 90 21

    **Includes Cincinnati, Norwood, and Springdale.


    Warren County:     85 Confirmed Cases
    56 males, 29 female
    Hospitalizations: 14
    Deaths: 3

  • Duke Energy Convention Center selected for “Enhanced Hospital Capacity” other local COVID 19 news

    Duke Energy Convention Center selected for “Enhanced Hospital Capacity” other local COVID 19 news

    Ohio’s new stay at home order goes into effect at midnight tonight.

    Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Dr. Amy Acton, MD, MPH, provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic this afternoon. 

    HOSPITAL CAPACITY 

    The announcement said that Ohio must double its hospital capacity due to the oncoming COVID-19 surge, Ohio has developed a plan to expand healthcare services at alternative sites in addition to the traditional medical care facilities. Representatives from health care systems, local governments, county emergency management agencies, state agencies, the Ohio National Guard, among others, examined buildings across the state that could support large numbers of patients.

    The following sites have been selected based on considerations such as distance to an existing hospital, conditions safe for patients and health care professionals, and space to meet the region’s expected needs, including the Duke Energy Convention Center in downtown Cincinnati.

    1. Seagate Convention Center, Lucas County
    2. Case Western University’s Health Education Campus, Cuyahoga County
    3. Dayton Convention Center, Montgomery County
    4. Covelli Convention Center, Mahoning County
    5. Duke Energy Convention Center, Hamilton County
    6. Greater Columbus Convention Center, Franklin County

    These facilities would be used for the mildly ill, while the sickest patients will be housed in traditional hospitals.

    Assessments of other sites will continue if needed.

    The press release from the Governor’s office said that health care regions in southern and southeastern Ohio have determined the existing hospital facilities in their areas will, with additional equipment, be capable to handle a surge in patients without going to an off-site location.

    OHIO NATIONAL GUARD TO ASSIST FEDERAL PRISON

    Governor DeWine announced that he has authorized the Ohio National Guard to assist federal authorities in the Elkton Federal Correctional Institution in Columbiana County where seven inmates have tested positive for COVID-19, and three inmates have died from the disease.

    “To be clear, this is not a state facility, it is a federal prison – but, this prison is in Ohio. Ohio citizens work there, and their families live here,” said Governor DeWine. “As we’ve said for weeks, we’re all in this together, and providing state help for this federal prison is the right thing to do.”

    The Ohio National Guard’s mission will be focused on providing medical assistance. They will not be armed, nor will they be providing security.

    The guardsmen and women will assist in the prison’s infirmary with non-COVID-19 cases and with patients who are showing symptoms of the disease. These soldiers, who all work in the medical field, will have N-95 respirators for protection while they work to augment the current prison medical staff. They will treat those they can and triage others with serious symptoms for hospital care.

    The guard also stands ready to help with transporting the seriously ill patients to the hospital in the event of a surge of sick inmates. In addition to staff, the guard will bring equipment and ambulances with them as well.

    Governor DeWine also requested that the Federal Bureau of Prisons and U.S. Department of Justice cease accepting new inmates at the facility.

    DISPUTE RESOLUTION 

    Lt. Governor Husted announced that the administration’s Dispute Resolution Commission, which was initially announced last week, is now prepared to receive submissions from essential businesses as well as county health departments.

    The panel, which includes Ohio Department of Commerce Director Sheryl Maxfield, Development Services Agency Director Lydia Mihalik, and Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Chairman Sam Randazzo, will specifically seek to resolve disputes when two county health departments disagree on whether a type of business should or should not be deemed essential during the state of emergency. The purpose of the commission is to provide clarity and ensure that similarly-situated businesses are treated fairly, regardless of which side of a county line they operate.

    For more information, visit Coronavirus.Ohio.gov/BusinessHelp and select the “Businesses & Nonprofits” tab for more information.

    REMINDER – NEW STAY AT HOME ORDER

    Ohio’s new stay at home order goes into effect at midnight tonight. You can find the full order at coronavirus.ohio.gov.

    Retailers will be required to determine a maximum number of customers allowed in the store to account for proper physical distancing. That number must also be displayed at the businesses’ entrances.

    REMINDER – SNOWBIRDS MUST SELF-QUARANTINE 

    Governor DeWine today reminded “snowbirds” that they must quarantine for 14 days once they arrive in Ohio.

    “I know that many of our Ohio snowbirds will soon be returning from places like Florida, and we want to make sure that you remain healthy and that those around you remain healthy,” said Governor DeWine.

    In addition to those returning after spending winter elsewhere, anyone who has traveled outside of Ohio for any other reason must also self-quarantine for 14 days upon their return. This order excludes truckers, healthcare workers, other workers providing essential services, and those who live on the state border.

    CURRENT OHIO DATA

    There are 4,450 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ohio and 142 deaths. A total of 1,214 people have been hospitalized, including 371 admissions to intensive care units. In-depth data can be accessed by visiting coronavirus.ohio.gov.

    • 4,450 – Confirmed Cases in Ohio
    • 371 – Number of ICU admissions
    • 1,214 – Number of Hospitalizations in Ohio
    • 142 – Number of Deaths
    • <1–101 – Age Range
    • 54 – Median Age
    48%* – Sex – Males
    52%* – Sex – Females
    LAST UPDATED: 04/06/20 (UPDATED DAILY AT 2 P.M.) *<1% SEX NOT REPORTED

    In Clermont County there are 27 cases, 4 hospitalizations, and 1 death.

    In Hamilton County there are 394 cases, 66 hospitalizations, and 9 deaths.

    In Warren County there are 37 cases, 5 hospitalizations, and 0 deaths.

    In Butler County there are 75 cases, 29 hospitalizations, and 2 deaths.

    Video of today’s full update, including versions with foreign language closed captioning, can be viewed on the Ohio Channel’s YouTube page.

    For more information on Ohio’s response to COVID-19, visit coronavirus.ohio.gov or call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH.

  • How to vote in 2020 Primary Election: Frequently asked questions

    How to vote in 2020 Primary Election: Frequently asked questions

    Local Board of Elections

    Clermont County

    Hamilton County

    Warren County

    Ohio Secretary of State

     

    I VOTED BY MAIL OR IN PERSON BEFORE MARCH 17, 2020, DO I NEED TO VOTE AGAIN?

    No, all ballots already submitted by mail or in-person will count, so long as they were otherwise valid. If you voted prior to March 17th your ballot is secured behind double locks at your county board of elections and will be counted on April 28th. Please encourage friends and family who haven’t already voted to request an absentee ballot from your local board of elections.

    WILL THERE BE IN-PERSON VOTING ON APRIL 28, 2020?

    Yes, but since most Ohioans are being advised to stay home right now, the new law only allows for limited in-person voting on April 28th. In-person voting will only occur on April 28 and only at boards of elections early vote centers, not at precinct polling locations. And in-person voting will only be available for individuals with disabilities who require in-person voting and those who do not have a home mailing address.

    WHAT IS THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN THE 2020 PRIMARY?

    The deadline to register for the 2020 primary election was February 18, 2020. Anyone who is eligible to vote, but has not yet registered, can do so for the November 3, 2020 General Election, at VoteOhio.gov(opens in a new window).

    WHAT SHOULD DISABLED OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED VOTERS DO IF THEY RELY ON ACCESSIBLE VOTING MACHINES?

    A remote ballot marking system is available through each county board of elections for use by an absentee voter with a qualifying disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The remote ballot marking system allows a qualifying voter to mark their ballot privately and independently. You can contact your county board of elections or fill out the Form 11-G online form.

    Disabled and visually-impaired voters may also vote at the board of elections early vote center on April 28, 2020.

    I HAVE SINCE MOVED. DO I NEED TO UPDATE MY REGISTRATION BEFORE REQUESTING MY BALLOT?

    A voter must be properly registered by February 18, 2020. If a voter has moved but did not update their address, the voter may apply for a ballot and will receive a provisional ballot by mail from the board of elections. State law requires registration and address changes for the 2020 primary to be completed by February 18th 2020, so no new address changes or registrations are being accepted for the 2020 primary.

    WHEN WILL THE RESULTS OF THE ELECTION BE ANNOUNCED?

    Tabulation of votes will begin on April 28, 2020 after 7:30 p.m. It’s important to note that ballots postmarked by April 27, 2020 will all be counted, so final unofficial results won’t be available until May 8, 2020. (This is standard for every election.)

    ABSENTEE VOTING

    I DON’T HAVE A PRINTER, CAN I REQUEST AN ABSENTEE BALLOT?

    Yes. You can call your county board of elections and a request can be sent to you. A directory of all boards can be found here: OhioSoS.gov/boards.

    Voters who can’t print their own form may also simply write the following information on a blank sheet of paper and mail it to their board of elections;

      • full name
      • date of birth
      • full registration address including county
      • address where the ballot should be mailed if different from your registration address
      • one of the these: Ohio driver’s license number, last four of your Social Security number or include a copy of an acceptable form of ID
      • state that “I’m requesting an absentee ballot for the March 17th Ohio Primary”
      • indicate if you want a: Democratic, Republican, Libertarian or Issues only ballot (choose only one)
      • sign it
      • today’s date
      • phone number (optional, but suggested)
      • email address (optional but suggested)

    WHEN DOES MY BALLOT NEED TO BE POSTMARKED?

    Unless you are a member of the U.S. military currently deployed overseas or an American living abroad, ballots must be postmarked by April 27, 2020 and received by the board of elections by May 8, 2020 to be counted in the primary election if the proper information was provided on the identification envelope.

    I’M REGISTERED TO VOTE BUT HAVE CHANGED MY NAME. CAN I STILL VOTE?

    Yes. If you are able to provide a signed Form 10-L and a proof of the name change(opens in a new window), a regular ballot may be provided. However, if you request a ballot under a former name and request to receive an absentee ballot by mail, a provisional ballot will be provided to you by your local board of elections.

    WHAT DATE DO I PUT ON THE ABSENTEE BALLOT APPLICATION UNDER “DATE OF ELECTION?”

    Please write March 17, 2020 (or 03/17/2020) as the election date has not changed, only extended for mail-in voting. However, anyone who writes another date will still have their absentee application processed if the remainder of the required information is included on the request.

    CAN CORONAVIRUS BE SPREAD OVER THE HANDLING OF PAPER?

    The experts at the Ohio Department of Health have said that COVID-19 doesn’t spread by penetrating the skin on your hands, but only leads to infection when it is transferred from your hand to places like your mouth, nose, or eyes. Given that, the best measure you can take to prevent the spread of germs is washing your hands after handling mail and even cash.

    IS VOTING BY MAIL SECURE?

    Yes. From the moment you request your ballot to the moment it is received at the board of election to be counted, the ballot may be tracked at VoteOhio.gov. Ballots are stored securely in rooms requiring both a Democrat and Republican staff member to gain access.

    POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS AND CANDIDATES

    HAS THE DEADLINE FOR INDEPENDENT CANDIDATES BEEN CHANGED? (THE DEADLINE SAYS “DAY BEFORE THE DAY OF THE PRIMARY ELECTION” IN THE Ohio REVISED CODE)

    No. As the election has not been rescheduled, only extended, all of the deadlines stay in place except for absentee mail-in ballot submissions.

    MY BALLOT ISSUE COMMITTEE, FOR A SCHOOL LEVY, WANTS TO FILE FOR THE AUGUST SPECIAL ELECTION IF IT FAILS IN THE PRIMARY. CAN I STILL DO THAT?

    Yes, as this extended election ends on April 28, 2020, the deadline to file for the August special election is May 6, 2020. A question or issue that is approved by the voters in the Primary may be withdrawn before the August special election.

    I’M A CANDIDATE, CAMPAIGN OR COMMITTEE. CAN I SEND ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUESTS TO MY SUPPORTERS?

    Yes, you can send the absentee ballot request form to any Ohio voter who hasn’t already voted. You can find and print that form here(opens in a new window). Make sure to let them know the address of their county board of elections which can be found here. You may also include a pre-addressed envelope with the board of elections address on it but state law says that you may not provide them postage.

  • Loveland Magazine Directory of local government leadership in 2020

    Loveland Magazine Directory of local government leadership in 2020

    Loveland City School District

    Dr. Kathryn Lorenz President

    Ned Portune Vice President

    Art Jarvis – Member

    Michele Pettit – Member

    Eileen Washburn – Member

    Dr. Amy Crouse – Superintendent

    Kevin Hawley  Treasurer/CFO

     

    City of Loveland

    Kathy Bailey – Mayor

    Robert Weisgerber – Vice Mayor

    Andy Bateman – Member

    Ted Phelps – Member

    Tim Butler – Member

    Neal Oury – Member

    Kent Blair – Member

    Dave Kennedy – City Manager

    Michelle Byrde – Finance Director

     

    Symmes Township

    Jodie Leis – Board President

    Kenneth N. Bryant – Vice-President

    Phil Beck – Trustee

    Joseph C. Grossi – Fiscal Officer

    Kimberly A. Lapensee – Administrator

     

    Miami Township

    Ken Tracy – Chairperson

    Mary Makley – Vice Chair

    Karl Schultz – Member

    Eric Ferry – Fiscal Officer

    JEFF WRIGHT – Township Administrator

     

    Hamilton Township

    Brent Centers – Administrator

     

    Deerfield Township

    Kristin Malhotra – President of Board of Trustees

    Lelle Lutts Hedding – Vice President of Board of Trustees

    Jim Siciliano – Trustee

    Dan Corey – Fiscal Officer

    Eric Reiners – Township Administrator

     

    City of Milford

    AMY VILARDO – Mayor

    LISA EVANS – Vice-Mayor

    KIM CHAMBERLAND – Member

    ANET COOPER – Member

    TED HASKINS – Member

    SANDY RUSSELL– Member

    Kyle Mitchell – Member

    MICHAEL DOSS City Manager

    Patricia Wirthlin – DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

     

    City of Montgomery

    Chris Dobrozsi – Mayor

    Craig Margolis – Vice Mayor

     Lee Ann Bissmeyer – Council Member

    Michael Cappel – Council Member

    Gerri Harbison – Council Member

    Lynda Roesch – Council Member

    Ken Suer – Council Member

    Brian Riblet – City Manager

    Katie Smiddy – Finance Director

     

    Clermont County

    David L. Painter – President

    Edwin H. Humphrey – Vice President

    Claire B. Corcoran – Commissioner

    Thomas J. Eigel – County administrator

     

    Hamilton County

    Denise Driehaus – President

    Stephanie Summerow Dumas – Vice-President

    Victoria Parks (Appointed)

    Todd Portune (Retired)

    Jeff Aluotto – Administrator

    DEPARTMENTS

    Warren County

    Tom Grossmann – Commissioner
    Shannon Jones – Commissioner
    David G. Young – Commissioner
    Tiffany Zindel – Administrator
    Martin Russell – Deputy Administrator
    Tina Osborne – Clerk of Commissioners

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      • Auditor – 513-695-1235
      • Clerk of Courts – 513-695-1120
      • Commissioners – 513-695-1250
      • Engineer – 513-695-3301
      • Prosecutor – 513-695-1325
      • Recorder – 513-695-1382
      • Sheriff – 513-695-1280
      • Treasurer – 513-695-1300

  • Repairs ahead to Nisbet Park restrooms

    Repairs ahead to Nisbet Park restrooms

    Loveland, Ohio – The City was notified in November that its NatureWorks Grant application was approved by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The grant amount of $18,294 will

    include a local match of $6,098 to complete repairs to the Nisbet Park restrooms. Repairs include roofing, exterior doors, interior/exterior painting, skylights, and lighting. Also included in the project, is a new ADA compliant drinking fountain with bottle filler.

    Nisbet Park is the heart of what local folks have always called the  “Loveland Bike Trail”, and where the Little Miami Scenic Trail was first paved in 1989. Construction of the first paved miles of the Little Miami Scenic Trail began in Loveland and headed north into Warren County to Morrow. For decades the park and its related parking were the most accommodating spot on, and perhaps still the most popular place to access the trail. The trail runs parral to the Little Miami River along much of its length, a State and National Scenic and Wild River.

    Dedicated on December 20, 1991, the Little Miami Scenic Trail runs from Spring Valley in Greene County to the limits of Terrace Park. The Little Miami Scenic Trail is the third-longest paved trail in the United States, running 78.1 miles (125.7 km) through five southwestern counties. Most of the trail runs along the banks of the Little Miami River, in a dedicated, car-free corridor known as Little Miami State Park. The Little Miami Scenic Trail is signposted as State Bike Route 1 south of Xenia and State Bike Route 3 throughout. It is the backbone of a nearly continuous network of paved multi-use trails, centered on the Miami Valley area, that stretches 330 miles (530 km) and connects the Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus metropolitan areas. The Little Miami trail is an incrementally growing section of the Buckeye Trail and North Country National Scenic Trail, while the trail south of Xenia also forms the southern leg of the Ohio to Erie Trail. Together with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, the local governments of Xenia and Yellow Springs purchased land along the abandoned railroad from 1973 to 1983. In 1979, the land became an Ohio State Park. The Loveland Bike Trail was added to the state park in 1984*

    *From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

  • Polling locations, voting hours, Election Guide

    Polling locations, voting hours, Election Guide

    VOTE TOMORROW, NOVEMBER 5!

    VOTING HOURS:
    6:30 AM – 7:30 PM
    FIND YOUR POLLING LOCATION:
    In Hamilton County enter your address HERE
    In Clermont County follow this LINK
    In Warren County follow this LINK

    Read our guide to candidates and issues



  • How to entice a Loveland property tax payer, by cooking a lobster

    How to entice a Loveland property tax payer, by cooking a lobster

    by Walter D. Golladay

    Walter Golladay is a resident of Loveland

    Thursday evening, the 12th, our Loveland School Superintendent and Treasurer hosted a “…community meeting about Loveland Schools’ November 5 ballot issue. The meeting will include a presentation and the opportunity for the audience to ask questions.”

    During the meeting, a resident asked the following question: “How much more in property taxes will I have to pay if the 2019 tax levy is passed?” Our school treasurer responded with a lengthy meandering non-answer.

    The short answer is, visit your respective county auditor at:

    Hamilton County: https://wedge.hcauditor.org/

    Clermont County: https://www.clermontauditor.org/_DNN/

    Warren County: https://www.wcauditor.org/

    On each county website, search for your specific property. The quickest way is to search by the property owner. Enter your name, and accurate property information will appear.

    On your respective homeowner’s page, your 2018 property taxes will show what you paid. On your respective individual 2019 upcoming tax levy page, it will show what you will pay if the school district property tax levy is passed. One-half of the upcoming taxes will be due January 2020!

    Earlier this week, the “Loveland School Board authorizes a phase-in bond portion of levy over three years if Nov. 5 issue passes.” In so doing, Loveland property owners would benefit from a 3 year phase-in of the bond portion of the levy resulting in lower property tax levies of $20 per month for each $100,000 in the tax year 2019, and $35 per month in the tax year 2020, and the full levy charge of $49 per month would take effect in the tax year 2021.

    If the newly proposed school district tax levy 2-year diet is accepted by the Hamilton County Auditor, then for tax year 2019, a first-year diet of $20 per month translates into an additional $240 per annum; for the tax year 2020, the second year diet of $35 per month translates into $420 per annum; and in the tax year 2021 your diet terminates with $49 per month for $588 per annum, continuing indefinitely.

    As of yesterday, “Friday the 13th”, all 3 county websites report property taxes due and payable in the tax year 2019, of the full – no-diet – $588 per annum.

    The school district 2-year diet reminds me of the old parable: throw a lobster in boiling hot water to cook, it will jump out; throw a lobster in cold water, then add heat, it will happily swim around until its cooked. Which lobster are you?

     

  • [Video Interview] Loveland Frogman Race

    [Video Interview] Loveland Frogman Race

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio (The Staycation Resort of Southwest Ohio)- I met Meredith Taylor and Mark Bersani on the most beautiful of sunny afternoons on the bank of our State and National Scenic and wild Little Miami River yesterday to ask them questions about the up-coming Loveland Frogman Race, but the conversation also turned to important topics of interest about two Loveland institutions. Mark and his wife Robin own Loveland Canoe & Kayak and Meredith is the Program Director of the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance.

    Click the paddle to learn more about the Loveland Frogman Race and how you can register. Registration is filling up fast!

    The Frogman Race is centered at Loveland Canoe & Kayak in Historic Downtown and Mark promises plenty of available parking in the civic lot adjacent to his business. You will be taken by bus into Warren County to canoe/kayak back to Loveland, and then bike the Loveland Bike Trail to Miami Township’s Riverview Park and sprint back again. Sprint if you can, however, Mark and Meredith say the event is more for fun than the competition of it. There is however plenty of pride and friendly home-grown competition in winning or beating your time from last year. Can you claim the title of “Top Frog”?

    Individual spots (all of the kayaks have been reserved) for the 5 Mile Canoe/Kayak, 8 Mile Bike ride, and 5K Run have filled, but you can still register as a team and reserve a canoe.

    Both Meredith and Mark were pretty coy in their answers when asked whether anyone would run into the famous Loveland Frog along the course, in or out of the river!

    We also talked about wine tastings, morning mixers, the Chamber’s 300th member celebration, the Fall for Symmes Fall Festival, and the annual Chamber award banquet.

    Mark shares the remaining dates on their river calendar if you still want to get on the scenic river this year and how he and Robin are hosting a large group of inner-city youth on the river immediately after the finish of the Frogman Race.

    PHEW! That’s a lot of good information. I hope you enjoy our conversation.

  • Illicit discharge to Simpson Creek and the Little Miami River has ended

    Illicit discharge to Simpson Creek and the Little Miami River has ended

    Read this update:

    River Advisory on the Little Miami Rivers South of Old 3C Highway has been removed

    Loveland, Ohio – Here is a press release issued by Warren County officials this morning, however they have not said if their advisory not to enter or fish in the Little Miami River south of Old 3C Highway in Warren County has been lifted. Loveland Magazine is following up.

    Loveland Magazine, Wednesday and yesterday, also asked County officials and the Ohio EPA more detailed questions about the raw sewage that was entering the Little Miami above the community and Loveland’s drinking water supply, and have not received complete responses.

    The repair of Warren County’s force main was completed at 4:15 AM on Friday August 16th.  The illicit discharge to Simpson Creek and the Little Miami River was stopped at approximately 5:00 AM.  Our pump stations are  operational and untreated wastewater is no longer being discharged to the river and/or streams.