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Dornoch Looks to Become Seventh to Win Haskell, Travers
More than two decades have passed since the winner of the Haskell Stakes (G1) trekked north to Saratoga Race Course to capture the prestigious Travers Stakes (G1), but dual grade 1 winner Dornoch brings career-best form to a strong field of eight as he hopes to complete the rare double in the Aug. 24 10-furlong $1.25 million test for sophomores.
Man arrested on suspicion of murder after house fire kills a mother and 3 children in England
LONDON (AP) — A man was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of murder after allegedly setting a house fire that killed a mother and her three children in northern England, police said. An initial investigation showed the fire that was reported just after 2 a.m. in the city of Bradford...
Harvest Extravaganza scheduled for late September
DARKE COUNTY – The Harvest Extravaganza will take place at 5207 Weavers Ft. Jefferson Rd. between Arcanum and Greenville on Sept. 28 from 10 am to 6 pm and Sept. 29 from 10 am to 5 pm. Over 75 vendors are expected to be on hand, along with live...
Wayne County jury finds man not guilty of child molesting
RICHMOND, Ind. — A Wayne Superior Court 1 jury has found a Connersville man not guilty of a child molesting charge. The jury acquitted Randy E. Oliver, 39, of the Level 1 felony charge on Aug. 9. It marked the second time Oliver stood trial on the charge, which was filed in April 2023 and stemmed from incidents alleged to have taken place a decade earlier. In April, a mistrial was declared when another Superior Court 1 jury was unable to reach a unanimous verdict. This article originally appeared on Muncie Star Press: Wayne County jury finds man not guilty of child molesting
Paint, sweat & tears; Main Street Greenville unveils new mural
GREENVILLE – Main Street Greenville’s Mural Committee’s latest addition had a “brush in” with the corner of Walnut and 3rd St. on the Beanz Buttercream building. The committee’s first painted mural is combined with vinyl text and wraps around the building. It was accomplished with the hard work of professional artists and committee members generously donating sweat equity to the project: Jennifer Overholser, Stephanie Schieltz-Lowder, and Joe Wintrow. Wintrow Signs produced the vinyl text background.
LEVI, CATHARINE COFFIN TO BE INDUCTED INTO ABOLISHIONIST HALL OF FAME
(Peterboro, NY)--Levi and Catharine Coffin will be inducted into the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum in New York in a couple of months. In a release over the weekend, the two will be honored for their 40 years’ worth of work in operating an Underground Railroad depot in Fountain City nearly 200 years ago. The induction ceremony has been set for October 19.
#MoveInMiami Supports Your Favorite Miami Organizations
As the new school year begins, Ohio’s 529 Plan is proud to come alongside Miami University to support their annual day of giving, #MoveInMiami. As an alum, you have the opportunity to support over 300 projects in the following: Academics, Athletics, Chapters, Club and Organizations, Diversity, and Global. As...
Girls Varsity Golf beats Miamisburg 218 – 220
The Greenville Lady Wave Golf team traveled to the Mound Golf Course to play Miamisburg. The Lady Wave won the match as Miamisburg only had two golfers. The Lady Wave were led by Vera Cox and Sofia Chrisman, both had 51, Callee Moore had a 53 and Kennedy Schoen had a 63. Also playing for the Lady Wave were Ava Good with a 70 and Erin Winner with a 81.
Marilyn May Rinehart (87)
Marilyn May Rinehart, 87, of rural Arcanum, Ohio left her earthly home on August 15, 2024. Marilyn was born on May 8, 1937, in Laura, Ohio to the late Galen and Beatrice (Seman) Loxley. Marilyn was the second of seven children. Her siblings are Max (Therese), Rosemary, deceased (Jim), Kathe (Mel), Gail Ann, Mark (Pam) and John (Connie) and sister-in-law, Joyce. Marilyn enjoyed growing up on the farm outside of New Madison, Ohio, and raising Holstein cows, which included her favorite “Peggy”, as well as participating in 4-H.
Girls Varsity Tennis falls to Butler
The Lady Wave Tennis Team traveled to Vandalia, Butler last Thursday to take on the Lady Aviators. Although the team played their best match of the season, they were ultimately defeated 5-0. At 1st Singles Riley Capasso (10) lost to Hannah Faulkner (12), 3-6, 2-6. At 2nd Singles Maddie Lance...
Donald W. Kaiser
Donald W. Kaiser, 93, of Greenville, formerly of Rossburg, passed away Sunday morning, August 18, 2024, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. He was born on September 27, 1930, in Sharpsburg, Ohio, to the late Ray and Cora Elizabeth (Keller) Kaiser. In addition to his parents, Don was preceded...
Monte Mason Baird II (62)
Monte Mason Baird II, 62, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at 11:55 AM at Miami Valley Hospital. Monte was born July 23, 1962 in Greenville, Ohio, the son of the late Monte Baird and Delores Houston. Monte is preceded in death by his parents, as...
Donald Kaiser
Donald W. Kaiser, 93, of Greenville, formerly of Rossburg, passed away Sunday morning, August 18, 2024, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. He was born on September 27, 1930, in Sharpsburg, Ohio, to the late Ray and Cora Elizabeth (Keller) Kaiser. In addition to his parents, Don was preceded...
Girls Soccer Shutout Centerville with 5-0 Win
The Lady Wildcats soccer team started this year strong with a 5-0 win in their scrimmage against Centerville on August 17th. The girls have worked hard this preseason, putting in countless hours of practice to be the best they can be. Their hard work was evident in their performance at the first scrimmage of the season.
Wayne County school threat ‘unfounded,’ police say
WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. – A “vague” threat put some Wayne County schools on alert Monday morning. According to the Richmond Police Department, someone placed an anonymous call at 8:27 a.m. claiming he’d taken his wife hostage and was headed to a local school with a bomb.
Greenville City Schools: Stadium/Outdoor Athletic Facility Update
Presently, the Greenville City School District has many approved contractors, from both our insurance adjustors and the district board and administration, working and making repairs at our football stadium. The astroturf has been removed and we expect a new shock pad and turf to be installed starting next week. The...
UCPD welcomes back Patrolman Andrew Hernandez
UNION CITY – We are thrilled to announce that Patrolman Andrew Hernandez has successfully graduated from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy. His hard work, dedication, and commitment have truly paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder. As he returns to the Union City Police Department, we eagerly anticipate...
MVVM to hold Dueling Pianos fundraiser
TROY — The Miami Valley Veterans Museum (MVVM) invites the public to join in for a fun-filled night of entertainment with its Red, White and Duel: Dueling Pianos fundraiser. “Get ready to let loose and sing your heart out while two incredible pianists battle it out on stage, making for an unforgettable night of entertainment and laughter at our upcoming Dueling Pianos event benefiting the MVVM,” said a press release.
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