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- Councilman remains in critical conditionMIDDLETOWN - Representatives of Atrium Medical Center said today, March 10, they could provide no information regarding the condition of Councilman Jim Armbruster, although friends and family are maintaining a positive outlook on his recovery. […]
- School resource officer remains in critical conditionMIDDLETOWN - Long-time Middletown police officer Mike Davis remains in critical condition at Atrium Medical Center this morning, March 10, according to a hospital spokeswoman. […]
- Carlisle mayor publicly defends himself over "road rage," porn allegationsCARLISLE - Mayor Tim Humphries publicly addressed the discovery of sexually explicit images on his city-owned computer Tuesday at Carlisle’s City Council meeting. He cited a report that determined the allegations were unfounded. […]
- Bob Jacoby is new Big Blue football coachHAMILTON - Bob Jacoby has been hired as varsity football coach at Hamilton High School. Jacoby, 53, was unanimously approved Tuesday night, March 9, at the Hamilton City School District Board of Education meeting. […]
- Council to talk new job, name for roadHAMILTON - Name changes will be a theme of the Hamilton City Council meeting tonight, March 10. […]
- Councilman remains in critical condition
Lazy Gourmet
While recently planning for upcoming classes and events primarily focused on Holiday Appetizers, it occurred to me how truly lazy I am. I have looked through hundreds of recipes and picked the brains of professionals and friends looking for what I was thinking were the best recipes, but suddenly realized, I was actually looking for the easiest! I think in my defense, though, that throughout the years, I’ve always been able to impress people with my easy food. In other words, it really doesn’t have to take all day and all kinds of ingredients to make finger foods taste good. In fact, I can’t think of too many fancy “canapés” etc. that I was ever that impressed w ith. If it looks too pretty, I can almost bet that I’m going to be disappointed in the taste. But, isn’t that what it’s all about? Taste is a good thing.One thing I’ve been making a lot of lately are stuffed mushrooms. I just brown a pound of Italian sausage, stir in 8 oz. of cream cheese until mixed well. Spoon that into the mushroom caps and bake for about 25 minutes at 375. Everyone loves them!
WINTER MARKET KEEPS THINGS FRESH AT THE SQUARE
The West Chester Farmers’ Market will continue during the winter months so you won’t have to “be without” organic meats and locally made products. The popular market will return to The Square @ Union Centre once each month during the winter season.
The market will resume this Saturday, Nov. 22 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at The Square on Centre Pointe Drive in West Chester. Parking is available off West Chester Road at The First Financial Clock Tower or on Centre Pointe Drive.
Other winter market dates are:
- December 20th, 2 to 4:30 p.m.
January 31st, 2 to 4 p.m.
February 28th, 2 to 4 p.m.
Dates and times for March and April will be announced later.
Locally produced items also make great gifts during the holiday season. For specific information about participating vendors, visit http://www.blogger.com/www.westchestersfarmersmarket.com.
Cleaning a Flat-screen TV
- Don’t reach for strong chemical cleaners like alcohol, ammonia-based cleaners or window cleaners. They can damage the screen’s special coating.
- Don’t spray a liquid cleaner on the screen, as it can leak into the TV casing and damage the circuitry.
- Never use paper towels or newspapers to wipe of the screen either. These are wood products and will scratch the screen.
What you should do instead is look for a solution that is specially labeled “safe for laptop screens” or “LCD and plasma screens.” Cleaners are available at thousands of retail locations nationwide. Once you have your cleaner on hand, disconnect the power to your TV, and use either lukewarm water or your screen care solution to clean your TV.
John Cordell Owner and Certified Inspector ASHI, NACHI, PAHI licensed in Ohio and Northern Kentucky 513-793-3552 Office 513-793-5981
Behind the Chair
I have been in the beauty industry since 1980 and have been a practicing hair stylist for 27 years. I love my job, but the best part is when I can totally change someone’s hair style and color taking years off their appearance. There is nothing more exhilarating for me as a designer than to send someone on their way that feels totally confident and fabulous..
I have seen many changes over the last 27 years. Classic styles, fad styles.
As we age our skin, hair and nails change. It seems we loose the shine and the thickness to our hair and skin and it gives us a aged dullness. Although we cannot change everything back to the way it once was, we can obtain a youthful appearance as we age. My hopes in future blogs are that I can address issues that trouble us as we move through our lives. I hope to give you information about How to obtain shine, why we loose hair density, Hair colors that flatter our skin and much more. Please feel free to ask questions and I will do my best to answer them for you.
My tip for today:
When spraying hairspray on your hair try to keep a distance of 12″ from your head.
This allows the spray to fall gently on the hair. Spraying the hair too close or overlapping to many layers of spray causes the hair to look and feel dull and causes hairspray buildup.
Until next time, you will find me Behind the Chair.
Elaine Osborne
7132 Cincinnati-Dayton RoadSuite 500
West Chester, Ohio 45069
513-755-2555
Personal Property
When you purchase a property, it usually includes the land and everything attached to it, such as buildings, trees, shrubs, etc. Most buyers are only interested in purchasing the real estate, not the owner’s personal property. What happens when personal property has become a part of the real estate? Is it actually a “fixture” which will now convey to the buyer with the real estate?
There are three tests which usually need to be satisfied. Has the personal property been permanently annexed to the real estate? Is it intended to become part of the real estate? What is the local custom? Fixtures may include shades, heaters, ranges, screens, storm windows, lighting fixtures, etc. To save misunderstanding at the closing–and perhaps the sale–it is important that the seller spell out specifically in the sales agreement what will go to the buyer as part of the property.
Read this online and get more information: Personal Property
Scott Baker, ABR e-Pro
Coldwell Banker West Shell
Realtor®
Phone:
Fax:
WebSite: www.eHomeReports.com
e-mail: Scott.Baker@cbws.com
please don’t keep me a secret; tell friends, relatives, co-workers, etc…
Real Estate Agent Advantages
How do real estate agents sell homes? When a professional real estate agent is retained to sell a home, the agent will develop a marketing plan that has proven effective for selling homes quickly and for the maximum sale price.
The real estate agent will perform a market analysis, comparing the home with similar homes in your neighborhood that have recently sold. Your agent will evaluate the current real estate market in order to develop a price opinion for your home. The next step will be to make recommendations about preparing your home so that it is presented to its best advantage. A description of the home will be uploaded into the local Multiple Listing Service, and your agent will implement a marketing plan tailored to your home.
By listing your property, you expose it to thousands of real estate agents throughout the region. MLS exposure is one of the most valuable services a real estate agent can provide sellers. Real estate professionals aslo network with other agents in their office when they bring new listings to the market. Does this system work? 85% of the homes sold today use this method. Enough said!
Read this online and get more information: Real Estate Agent Advantages Scott Baker, ABR e-Pro
Coldwell Banker West Shell
Realtor®
Phone: 513-403-5323
Fax: 513-332-9077
WebSite: www.eHomeReports.com
e-mail: Scott.Baker@cbws.com
please don’t keep me a secret; tell friends, relatives, co-workers, etc…
“It’s beginning to smell a lot like Autumn…….Every where we go……”
I know, I know, that’s supposed to be a Christmas song, but I LOVE Fall!!! The smell of pumpkin spice, the kids in their Ghosty costumes, the colors all around, the cool, crisp air…well, three out of four ain’t bad. Although I hear it’s going to cool off soon. Jack-o-lanterns, Corn mazes, Apple picking….Of course, you have to go to Graeters for pumpkin pie ice cream. And, of course, that big yellow bus, hauling off all the neighborhood kids. No, it just doesn’t get any better than this.
There are so many good root veggies right now. And you can use any of them for this dish. I cut up carrots, turnips, parsnips, sweet potatoes, onions and squash. Parsnips are a little tricky, you have to cut out the woody stem in the middle. They are worth it, though. I cut all the veggies fairly small, maybe ½ inch to ¾ inch. I just tumble them in a plastic bag to coat well with olive oil, salt and a little brown sugar and then pour onto a foil lined cookie sheet. All of these veggies caramelize nicely at 450 degrees for 20-30 minutes. Be sure to watch them closely and stir at about 15 minutes into cooking.
Lori Cole
lori@savorymelodies.com
Personal Chef Service
513-227-2099
Homemade Wood Filler for Fall Chores
If none of us ever made a mistake when working on a project, there wouldn’t be much need for wood filler. But the out-of-square cut, the pilot hole bored in the wrong place, the hammer dent that’s just too deep to leave, all demand relief. There are a lot of commercial products out there. Some can be used straight out of the can, others are 2-part formulations that require mixing before use, and still others are tinted to match the color of the wood being repaired.
All are good ideas. But if none are on hand, you don’t have to live with your mistakes. Just take some fine sawdust from the wood that needs repairing and mix it with some plain wood glue (white or yellow) until the mixture is the consistency of a thick paste. Then, fill what needs filling and stroke the surface smooth with a putty knife. When the glue is dry, sand the filler flush to the surrounding surface. This mix will remain workable only until the glue starts to set–about 30 minutes for most wood glues–so don’t mix up more than you can use at one time.
John Cordell
Owner and Certified Inspector
ASHI, NACHI, PAHI licensed in Ohio and Northern Kentucky
513-793-3552 Office
513-793-5981 Fax
Finding A Buyer
You must first negotiate a purchase contract that covers the price and all the terms of the agreement. How much of a deposit will the buyer put down? When and how will the transfer of title occur? Under what conditions can either the buyer or seller back out of the contract? A professional home inspection will inform all parties about the condition of the property.
Having a good agent to handle the details after a home inspection can make the difference between a successful transaction and a failure. The buyer must obtain financing, and the lender’s appraiser will have to agree with the sale price. When clear title has been established, you can sign all the necessary papers to finalize the sale.
Read this online and get more information: Finding A Buyer
Scott Baker, ABR e-ProColdwell Banker West Shell
Realtor®
Phone: 513-403-5323
Fax: 513-332-9077
WebSite: www.eHomeReports.com
e-mail: Scott.Baker@cbws.com
please don’t keep me a secret; tell friends, relatives, co-workers, etc…
Vehicle Insurance Claims
True or False: You have the right to have your automotive glass replaced where ever you’d like? The correct answer is True!
If you’ve ever had to file a claim for any type of automotive damage, whether it was a minor fender bender or a simple windshield replacement, it is ultimately your choice to take it to whomever you feel most comfortable with!
Regardless of what an insurance administrator may tell you on the phone, the majority of all repair shops already have the same contracts with your insurance provider in place, therefore making the cost the same irregardless of who makes the final repairs. Many insurance administrators may try and steer a client to a particular company. This maybe done for various reasons or ulterior motives of which will not benefit you, but in some indirect way, may benefit them.
A suggestion that may make your next claim easier for both you and the insurance company is to simply call the repair company first and have them process the claim with your insurance company on your behalf. This could be extremely beneficial for you, especially if you already have a company in mind that you’re comfortable with or have done business with in the past and were happy were there service.
So if you have a company that you know and trust, give them a call and see what advice you get from them. If you don’t have anyone in mind and are looking for a trustworthy company who’s been in business for more than 35 years, you can call 829-8284 and trust the people at Frank’s Glass.
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Rob Heglin
fglassrob@fuse.net
Frank’s Glass
5191 Dixie Hwy
513.829.8284
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