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Local and state news Local News Editor, Bob Dehner, 772-9366 or bdehnernncogannett.com Friday, August 23, 2002 Chillicothe Gazette 3A Briefs Health board pmmoting preparedness Readying county for possible disasters with new effort cording to Hirsch. In other matters, Stuart Lentz, Director of Environmental Health Services, revealed the results of tests for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and the West Nile virus. Of 350 ticks submitted for testing, only four came back positive for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. There were, however, four birds which tested positive for the West Nile virus, three blue jays and one crow. Lentz assured that they are continuing extensive mosquito trapping and stressed the need for the public to resume their collections as well.

sion in response to funds we're getting from the federal government to build up public health infrastructures," Hirsch said. "This division will provide research on biological disasters like floods or the West Nile Virus. It also will provide extensive research on biological terrorism which can take all kinds of forms, like anthrax for example." Epidemiology is the study of how disease occurs in a population and what measures can be taken to prevent it "To do that, you have to look at the disease process and ask what factors influence it and how can we prevent it," Hirsch said. "Does it randomly occur and what environment do they live in and how can that environment be eliminated." That will be the focus of the new division, which will contribute greatly to the health district ac By BROOKE BUNCH Gazette Staff Writer The Ross County Board of Health is fighting biological terrors with the power of research. Health commissioner Frank Hirsch announced Wednesday the plans for a new Division of Epidemiology and Community Preparedness department Six new positions could possibly result within the new divisioa "We're creating this new divi "This is basically a supportive division," he said.

"It will be providing data for other divisions in the department Our department has never really had a formal planning division before, so this new division will be gathering data and looking at the current state of health to see if there is a process we can focus on. It will determine need assessments and get the whole community involved" Judged orders special election to be held on dissolving New Rome Te'vSi -Ifwlrsi I ZZZf i I Trial in ex-Pike officer's sex case set for Sept 9 WAVERLY The jury trial for Kershul Ray Shepard, the former Pike County law enforcement officer charged with unlawful sexual conduct with a minor, is set for Sept 9. Shepard, 38, has been in jail since late June on charges of molesting a 14-year-old boy in January. His bond is set at $70,000 and he faces up to five years in prison if convicted. The former Pike County Sheriff 's deputy and Piketon Police Department officer also pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting in a breaking and entering and faces up to a year in prison on that charge.

Sentencing for the breaking and entry will occur after the jury trial is complete. Sobriety checkpoint set for Friday A DUIsobriety checkpoint will be conducted in Ross County Friday, The checkpoint will be from 8 p.m. to 3 am. on Ohio 104 from Pleasant Valley Road to Roberts Road. It is promoted by the Ross County Sheriff 's Of fice and is in cooperation with the Ohio State Highway PatroL Sheriff Ron Nichols said it would be one of a series of checkpoints to be done each year.

Walk will raise funds for heart disease fight The annual American Heart Walk will be in Chillicothe Saturday, Sept 21. The money raised from the event will be used to fund research to continue the fight against heart disease. Over 650,000 walkers will participate in more than 750 events nationally in the coming year. For more information on the Heart Walk, call the American Heart Association at (800)282-0291. Men's health seminar scheduled in Ross The Ross County.

Health Department will sponsor the first-ever Men's Health Conference on Thursday, Sept 26 from, 6-9 p.m. at the Ross County Service Center, 475 Western Suite A The Heart Health Committee will be promoting cardiovascular health by providing education concerning preventive health measures, particularly related to male needs. For more information, contact Marsha Swinehart at 779-9346, ext 224. ing but twice failed to gain a quorum. "I thought we were supposed to live in a democracy," Anthony said.

"Why are the other council members so afraid to leave it up to residents to decide?" Mueller said Thursday he was" happy with the judge's decisioa "I'm tickled pink that the folks are going to have a chance to vote their conscious," he said. Council member Nancy Chapman said she wasn't notified of the Tuesday meeting but showed up Thursday to vote against putting dissolution on the ballot "I like the village," she said. "If they dont like it it's just two people why dont they just move?" A message was left Thursday for Clerk-Treasurer Connie Tucker, who opposes dissolution. Mueller, who became mayor after winning all six votes cast in November, appointed Anthony to council in February. Anthony moved to New Rome that month from Columbus.

The longtime government critic and his wife have owned Our Barbershop for 20 years on the village's four-block stretch of West Broad Street Anthony said he wants to merge with neighboring Prairie Township, which already provides fire protection. "The township would do a better job," he said. Chapman said she wouldn't necessarily oppose a merger, so long as her concerns about police protection were met. By CARRIE SPENCER Associated Press Writer COLUMBUS A two-judge panel on Thursday ordered New Rome to conduct a special election on dissolving the village of 60 people known as a speed trap. Council members walked out of the Aug.

6 meeting when councilman Ed Anthony presented a seven-signature petition supporting a vote on dissolving the community's government If voters approve the proposed ballot issue, New Rome, on the far west side of Columbus, would be absorbed by Prairie Township. The council has since refused to pass a resolution to place the proposed issue on the ballot, as required by state law. Anthony sued to force the council's action on Wednesday. "Unless there's something wrong with the petition itself, the issue has to be put forward," said Andrew Hall, Anthony's Columbus attorney. "The only way to defeat it is to vote it down on the ballot itself." Franklin County Appeals judges Dana Deshler and Cynthia Lazarus ordered the special election but didnt set a timetable.

The council missed the 4 p.m. Thursday deadline for placing an issue on the November ballot "I'm pretty confident we'll go down this road again, because (council members will) kind of sit on their hands," Hall said. Mayor Jamie Mueller called special council meetings on the petition issue Tuesday and morn i' Rebecca TownsGazette P.K. Sun Ltd. constructs the first of four, two-unit condominiums in Frankfort.

The Stepsaway Condominiums are expected to be completed in time for the Sunflower Festival, which will take place over the Labor Day weekend. New condos grace kfort vill Fran age Within walking distance of new bike trail Opsa licusc An open house will be held at Stepsaway Condominiums on Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 from 1 2 to 6 p.m. For more information, call 998-2627.

Area man pleads guilty in vehicular homicide case By LIZ PECEK Gazette Staff Writer They are the first of their kind in Frankfort and "steps away" from downtown necessities." Stepsaway Condominiums are perfect for small families who dont want maintenance hassles, said co-owner. Patti Kruger of P.K. Sun Ltd. Located on the corner of Main and Walnut streets (a block south of downtown), the one-story condominiums are within walking distance of the post office, bank and the new bike trail. When complete, the eight units (two per building) will feature Italian marble windowsills, high-speed Internet access in every room and a doorbell that plays 25 different songs.

Each will be furnished with all major appliances, including a stack washer and dryer. "I just took what I'd like to see in a home." Patti Kniger co-aimicr Kruger said small touches, like a pantry and workstation lights in the kitchen add to their appeal "I just took what I'd like to see in a home," said Kruger, who designed parts of the floor plans. Kruger, who's lived in Frankfort all her life, said condominiums were needed in the area Some people travel often and arent home all the time. Others, she said, don't want to worry about mowing their lawn and maintaining a yard. The first building (two units) is nearly complete.

It will be shown in an open house during the Sunflower Festival, Aug. 31 and Sept. 1. Correction Construction on the second building began recently. The other two haven't been started yet.

This will allow buyers to customize their purchase, said Garrett Shoemaker, builder and designer. Although the floor plan is standard, carpet and tile options can be tailored to a buyer's interests. With about 1,000 square feet of space, the condominiums will go for $89,900. (Pecek can be reached at 772-9367 or via e-mail at epeceknncogannett.com.) Road. Tackett's 17-year-old passenger was killed and the other driver in the accident was injured.

Dan Silcott, public defender and Tackett's attorney, said the Londonderry man never had a driver's license. Tackett was released on bond until his sentencing, which is scheduled for Oct 21. He faces a maximum of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. The Gazette Staff Before his trial was set to begin Wednesday, 20-year-old Danny Tackett entered a plea of no-contest at the Ross County Common Pleas Court Tackett was then convicted on charges of aggravated vehicular homicide, a third-degree felony. He was found responsible for a head-on collision last September.

The accident occurred on County Road 550, a mile west of Shiloh News of record The information given for Shadow Box Concert Hall was incorrect in the Let's Go section on Page IB of Thursday's Gazette. The Battle of Bands, Wicked Vibrations 2002, will be held at 99 Malone Rd. The pre-show will be held Friday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Camping is available, but no glass containers are allowed.

The cost is $12 for Friday and Saturday and $10 for Saturday only. The bands are from several states and will include local talent. Lottery taken to Ross County Jail, Wednesday, 10:45 a.m. ROSS SHERIFF Arrest April N. Myers, 27, of 1 66 E.

Fourth for domestic violence, taken to Ross County Jail, Wednesday, 8:28 p.m. Warrant Daniel R. Johnson, 39, of 781 4 Ohio 1 38, Frankfort, for domestic violence, taken to Ross County Jail, Wednesday, 11:09 a.m. OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROL Thursday Arrest Danny L. Darling, 21, of 30 E.

Water charged with driving under suspension. Arrest -William J. Rarliff, 32, of -Piketon, charged with driving under suspension. Arrest Shawn E. Lowery, 26, of 2441 Anderson Station charged with driving under suspension.

Warrants Tya S. Netter, 31, of 598 Cedar for failure to appear on charges of petty theft, driving under suspension and unauthorized use of property, taken to Ross County Jail, Thursday, 2:03 a.m. Theft Building materials valued at $250 were taken from a residence in the 200 block of Renick Avenue, Wednesday, 1:10 p.m. Warrant Crail L. Brooks, 21, of 1116 Massieville for failure to appear in court, taken to Ross County Jail, Thursday, 2:53 a.m.

Warrant Tondalaya R. Allen, 27, of 254 Mechanic St, for failure to appear at a preliminary probation hearing, taken to Ross County Jail and held in lieu of bond, Thursday, 5:59 a.m. Warrant Shawn R. Schobelock, 23, of 1 1 01 Moss Hollow for failure to appear on charges of operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 1 1 :48 p.m. Danny Adams, 37, of 723 E.

Fourth Apt. ill, hospital Thursday 12:21 a.m. Frances Hill, 62, of 640 Glencroft, ill, hospital 1 :57 a.m. Angeline May, 31 of 30 Wade ill 2:23 a.m. Angeline May, 31 of 30 Wade ill, hospital CITY POLICE Criminal mischief The windshield of a car was broken while parked in the 100 block of East Water Street, $300 damage, Thursday, 1 1 :08 a.m.

Warrant Tya S. Netter, 31 of 509 Mill for petty theft, held at Ross County Jail in lieu of bond or until court appearance, Thursday, Theft A bicycle valued at $250 was taken from a residence in the 300 block of Renick Wednesday, pher William, Aug. 20, at 8:25 p.m., 6 pounds, 12 ounces. EMERGENCIES SQUAD RUNS Wednesday 12:06 p.m. Christopher Scott, 21, of 312 E.

Second ill, hospital 1 2:56 a.m. Paula Conway, 63, of .1 53 University, Apt. 1 05, not ill 5:11 a.m. Madeline Ginther, 80, of 154 University, Apt. 216, assistance 8:29 a.m.

Deborah Boggs, 48, of 36 N. High ill, hospital 3:44 p.m. Hazel Woodruff, 88, of 1058 Columbus injured, hospital 7:21 p.m. John Walker, 37, of 978 12 Akron, ill, hospital 9:15 p.m. William Seymour, 68, of 319 ill, hospital 9:23 p.m.

Tawana Smith, 34, of 97 Hickory, injured, hospital 10:54 p.m. Sheila Dorman, 42, of 162 S. Mulberry Apt. 6, ill BIRTHS SOUTHERN Joshua and Bobbie Sue Deel, of Chillicothe, boy, Gabriel Cameron, Aug. 15, at 11:03 p.m., 6 pounds, 14 ounces.

CHIDESTER Michael Steven and Shelley (Montgomery), of Chillicothe, girl, Abbagail Storm, Aug. 16, 1 2:27 p.m., 7 pounds, 12.8 ounces. MILLER Jeffrey and Jennifer Lee Woods (Kuhner), of Chillicothe, boy, Treyton Daniel, aug. 16, at 7 p.m., 7 pounds, 12 ounces. CHRISTIAN Brice and Amber tella (Rouse), of Jackson, boy, Jacob Levi, Aug.

20, at 9:55 a.m., 8 pounds, 14 ounces. CALLAHAN William and Mary Jo (Tryby), of Chillicothe, girl, Erin Michaela, Aug. 20, at 7:54 p.m., 7 pounds, 10 ounces. HENS0N Richard and Julie Ann (Cooper), of Chillicothe, boy, Christo Thursday's selections Day drawings Pick 3: 8-8-0 Pick 4: 8-5-6-4 Night drawings Pick 3: 8-4-3 Pick 4: 3-5-1-8 IP Buckeye 5: 7-22-29-30-33 The Super Lotto Plus jackpot is $8 million. )BP FRANK J.

GRABILL MEDICAL AND NURSING STUDENT LOAN TRUST NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS The trustees of the Trust Created Under item III of the Last Will and Testament of Dr. Frank J. Grabill will be accepting applications for loans from medical and nursing students from August 23, 2002 through Sept. 5, 2002, Under the terms of Dr. Grabill's Will, the loans are limited to students in training to become medical doctors or registered nurses who are residents of Ross County or who are graduates of a high school located in Ross County.

Applications are available at the Law Office of Robert C. Hess, 14 S. Paint Room 2, Foulke Block, Chillicothe, Ohio, (740) 774-6152, Robert C. Hess, Attorney at Law, Joseph C. Bennett, M.D.

and Bambi L. Huffman, R.N., Trustees G. HOWARD WOOD, M.D. MEDICAL AND NURSING STUDENT LOAN TRUST NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS The trustees of the G. Howard Wood, M.D.

Medical and Nursing Student Loan Trust are pleased to announce that they will be accepting applications for loans for medical students and nursing students from August 23, 2002 through September 5, 2002. Under the terms of this Trust established as a Memorial to Dr. G. Howard Wood, the loans are available to students in training to become medical doctors or registered nurses who are residents of Ross County or who are graduates of a high school located in Chillicothe or Ross County. Applications are available at the Law Office of Robert C.

Hess, 14 S. Paint Room Foulke Block, Chillicothe, Ohio, (740) 774-6152. Robert C. Hess, Attorney at Law, Joseph C. Bennett, M.D.

and Bambi Huffman, R.N., Trustees We thank all Armed Forces for keeping America Free Everyone Is Invited! Come see many rare vehicles and unique Items. Handmade l20th scale of the Missouri battleship by Paul Thurman Vehicles from WWII thru Desert Storm Fort Economy Museum Many Interesting Items Military memorabilia from WWI to present Military Uniforms, Pictures Posters, Many Old Newspapers Parade Of Vehicles 5:00 p.m., August 24 Military Flea Market Plenty of Food Drink f' No Live Fire Arms Or Alcoholic Bcvei ayes American Legion Fish Fry August 24 I WWII REENACTMENT TWICE ON 24TH AUGUST Military Vehicles Parts For Sale Sorry, due to problems encountered at other shows, no pets allowed on show grounds Russ Gladys Jones 657 E. Main St. Chillicothe Business: (740) 775-2666 or Home: (740) 773-4463 E-mail: floaterbright.net I.