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Page 8B THE BEACON May 2018
RISING SUN / OHIO COUNTY
By PG Gentrup
Community Correspondent
risingsun @ goBEACONnews . com
I ’ m beginning to think our weather is playing games with us because it ’ s Spring Break and snow is on the ground , but the sun is shining .
I ’ m ready to get out and watch some baseball , softball , track , and enjoy the warm sunshine .
As I write this , I ’ m getting ready to head to Indianapolis on March 29 for Vietnam
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Veterans Day . Senator Joe Donnelly , along with Senator Pat Toomey from Pennsylvania , got a bill passed to recognize that day for all Vietnam Veterans . Fiftysix of us were on that bus to Indianapolis to visit the War Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial . My classmate , Lary D . Fogle ( yes , one R in Lary ) has part of a letter he wrote home engraved on that memorial . We will have supper and then go to Plainfield High School for the big celebration . I ’ ll get plenty of pictures for the next paper and Facebook . It ’ s been a long time since we came home from Vietnam , and now we ’ ll be getting together with several others from around Indiana for this Welcome
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The Tri-Township Water Corporation is accepting applications for full time employment for the position of Distribution & Treatment Plant Operator Trainee . This is a rewarding career with benefits . The applicant must have a High School Diploma or its equivalent and a valid driver ’ s license . This individual must also be capable of obtaining a Commercial Driver ’ s License , be willing to attend additional training to obtain Water Operator Licenses , and be willing & able to accept a flexible work schedule for possible nights or weekends . The standard work week is Monday- Friday 7:30AM – 4:00PM . You may apply at our Main Office 24192 State Line Rd . Lawrenceburg , Indiana 47025 . Please bring your resume to attach to your application . Applications accepted until 4:00 PM Wednesday , May 2 nd , 2018 .
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Home . I have two Gold Star Sisters going with me who had brothers killed in Vietnam and one Gold Star Brother . I also have ten Purple Heart Recipients going . Two of them have two Purple Hearts , and another one had three . I always tell people to greet a veteran and simply say , “ Thank You For Your Service .” They will appreciate it very much .
I attended a Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home event on March 26 along with Jerry Bondurant , Pat McClanahan , Joe Halloran , Ed Shannon , Marty Sizemore , Ron Spurlock , and Mike Lafollette . Mike is a highly decorated veteran .
The mayors from Lawrenceburg , Greendale , Aurora and Rising Sun issued proclamations making March 29 Vietnam Veterans Day in these communities .
I ’ m happy to see that OCEMS has an archery club . I know my granddaughter , Carli , enjoys shooting in the
club at Aurora Elementary . I can ’ t believe that it ’ s been thirty-five years since Rising Sun won the Boys ’ Basketball Sectional back in 1983 after waiting fiftythree years to claim it again . I still remember watching them in many games . They were “ scrappers ” who gave their all , and their efforts paid off . It ’ s worth a trip to the entrance of the RSHS gym and the Wilson Hall of Fame to see all of the big pictures of the great sports teams that played through the years .
I ’ ve enjoyed watching the NCAA Tournament as well as the Indiana High School Tournament . A lot of good basketball and upsets .
Three ladies with Southeastern Indiana ties were chosen to be honored on the field for the Reds Opening Day for the Women In The Military Day- Denise Singler , Rising Sun , represented the Air Force ; Angela Slayback Erfman , a South Dearborn graduate , represented the Marine Corps ; and Julie Sweeney Cassini , a South Dearborn graduate , represented the Navy . Thanks to Ron Spurlock and Jerry Bondurant for helping me with this .
DILLSBORO
By Rebecca Davies
Community Correspondent
dillsboro @ goBEACONnews . com
Runners , and flowers and songs , Oh my ! Bright and early each Saturday morning a group of people congregates outside Dillsboro Arts at Heritage Pointe . Woody puts the coffee on and off they go in two directions- one route for runners and the walkers heading to the community park . The ‘ Flying Frog Runners Club ’ was started by David ‘ Woody ’ Fryman who has been seen running around
town for years . Woody is a longtime marathon runner and dedicated volunteer , serving on the town board , Dillsboro Beautification , and many other committees . The runners and walkers return to enjoy coffee and conversation in the gallery . If you ’ d like to join , show up at 8 a . m . any Saturday !
The town of Dillsboro held an Easter egg hunt on March 31 . The event was enjoyed by adults and children alike .
Like flowers popping up in spring , Dillsboro will be in Bloom , May 12 from 9-5 with opportunities to shop for antiques and crafts on the large town green space . A pop-up boutique , farmers market , flower sales , and art activities offer a range of fun experiences at Heritage Pointe . Many area businesses are offering discounts and specials . This will be the second year for ‘ Dillsboro in Bloom ’ with ideas and participation growing .
Eight guitars and eight ukuleles are waiting to be played at Dillsboro Arts . The instruments are on permanent loan and are available to be used for classes , clubs , or to play during the twice-monthly Music Circles held the second and fourth Tuesdays from 6-8 . The music circles are led by local guitar hero , Dave Davies … and yes , he is my brother , and he really is that good ! ( just ask around ) He is patient and quite humorous , so if you want to bring an instrument , play one of ours , or just hang out , join us for a fun evening ! If you have an interest in learning to play guitar or ukulele , start a group , or teach a class , please visit your Dillsboro Arts and let ’ s get something started .
Many Dillsboro residents will be receiving a brief survey in the mail soon . The surveys must be conducted so that Dillsboro can be eligible for state and federal grants . Responses will be strictly confidential and are recorded by location only . Your response is greatly appreciated .
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DEARBORN COUNTY PROPERTY TAXPAYERS
The 2018 Property Tax Bills are being mailed . If you are responsible for paying property tax and did not receive your statement ( s ), please contact our office immediately at 812- 537-8811 or email bscherzinger @ dearborncounty . in . gov .
The Spring tax installment is due Thursday , May 10 th , 2018 . You may pay your property tax in one of the following ways : T In person at the Treasurer ’ s Office Monday – Friday from 8:30 – 4:30 . Please note the Government Center is closed on Holidays and Election Day .
T By mail postmarked by May 10th to Dearborn Co . Treasurer , 165 Mary Street , Lawrenceburg , IN 47025 . Enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope if you would like your receipt returned .
T After office hours by using our drop-box located outside of Dearborn County Government Center , 165 Mary St ., go up the steps and located to the right of the building is Treasurer ’ s Drop Box . Enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope if you would like your receipt returned . Please , do not leave cash .
T By credit card by visiting the county website at www . dearborncounty . org . Go to the “ Treasurer ’ s Page ” under “ Taxes ” and on the left side of the page select “ Property Tax Payment Options ” under “ Topics of Interest ”. or you may call Pay-Gov directly at 1-866-480-8552 . Please have your bill ready so necessary information can be found .
T Remember Dearborn County Government Center is under construction and parking is premium , handicap parking is located in front of the Government Center with a handicap ramp located to the right side of building for your convenience . If you have any questions , please contact our office by calling 812-537-8811 , FAX 812-532- 3243 or email bscherzinger @ dearborncounty . in . gov as soon as possible to allow time to resolve any issues there may be . You may also visit our website at www . dearborncounty . org to view your tax information by selecting Property Search ( GIS ) under the Taxes menu .
Thank you ! Barbara J . Scherzinger
Dearborn County Treasurer
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