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In our weekly column, Back of the Net Ltd round-up the week’s football in Sussex and Surrey
AFC Uckfield 2-0 Littlehampton Town FC
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AFC Uckfield recorded their first league victory of the season with a 2-0 home win against Littlehampton Town FC. They now have four points from their first three league games.
Their star man on the day was Andrew Dalhouse who scored both goals for the U’s. The goals came either side of half time in what looked a convincing victory. The match was not all plain sailing though as Littlehampton still looked dangerous and won a penalty for their troubles. The resulting kick was admirably saved by new signing Matt Dann, who is looking to solidify his place as the first choice keeper.
This was the perfect result for Uckfield going in to the Bank Holiday Monday fixture against title favourites Haywards Heath Town, who have won their opening three games and scored 13 goals in the process.
Chester 4-0 Sutton United
Sutton United’s three-game win streak came to an abrupt halt as they were hammered 4-0 at Chester, who themselves had not won in three games.
The U’s were undone by two early goals and two late goals, in a match that was played in heavy rain. Chester’s Blaine Hudson opened the scoring after three minutes, and the lead was doubled four minutes later when Ryan Lloyd tapped in after Sutton ‘keeper Ross Worner did well to save Kane Richard’s effort. The U’s came back at the hosts and had decent chances, but were denied by an excellent Jon Worsnop performance between the Chester sticks. The competition was over on 83 minutes when Tom Shaw converted a penalty, and Richards added insult to injury in added time with his first of the season.
It was a blow to the U’s who have enjoyed a strong start to their National League campaign, despite being brandished ‘just a pub team from Sutton’ by other supporters. Sutton host 2nd place Dagenham & Redbridge on Monday.
Chipstead 3-3 Hastings United
Chipstead allowed a three goal lead to slip as spoils were shared at High Road. Raheem Sterling-Parker put The Chips ahead from the penalty spot after only 7 minutes, having been bundled over by the visiting keeper. He had the chance to score a second penalty 5 minutes later, when he was upended by a defender, but saw his effort saved. A great team goal then set up Chris O’Flaherty to double the lead on 18 minutes, and he slotted home with just 3 minutes later for 3-0.
However, a spirited Hastings side didn’t give up and were back in the game on 24 minutes, when their in-form striker Jay May seized on to a loose ball in defence and scored. He then converted a penalty 3 minutes later and completed his hat trick on 33 minutes with a lob from well outside the penalty area. Both sides had chances to score in the second half, Hastings coming closest after hitting the woodwork, but the action never quite matched that of the busy first half.
Up next for the Chips is a visit to Carshalton Athletic on Monday.
Crawley Down Gatwick 2-3 Eastbourne Town
The Anvil’s poor start to the season continues, and are still looking for their first win of the season after Saturday’s home defeat to Eastbourne. It was a terrible start for the hosts, who found themselves two goals down at half time.
Manager Paul Cooper’s half time team talk clearly made an impact, as a completely regenerated side came out and eventually drew level through goals from Kerran Boylan and Oli Leslie. The Anvils pushed for a late winner, but were caught on the break, conceding a penalty after a desperate challenge. Wes Tate converted the penalty on 87 minutes to steal all three points and break Anvil hearts, who must now look ahead to their trip to Broadbridge Heath and attempt to bring an end to their bad form.
Crawley Town 1-3 Notts County
Dermot Drummy’s side had not been beaten in the league going into this game, and we sitting pretty in second in League 2. An entertaining first half with plenty of chances for both sides finished goalless, James Collins coming closest for Reds when he broke through one-on-one with the keeper, who tipped his shot agonisingly past the post. The hosts came flying out of the blocks in the second half, taking the lead on 47 minutes with Enzio Boldewijn’s cool low finish from a well worked Crawley corner. The lead didn’t last long though, after some sloppy defending resulted in Collins knocking a low cross into his own net on 54 minutes. The visitors were ahead 10 minutes later; Adam Campbell bending in a strike from a tight angle at the edge of the box into the bottom corner.
Crawley struggled to get back in to the game after that blow, and the game was over four minutes from time when Jon Stead fired in a penalty after Andre Blackman handled in the area. After the game, Drummy said “I’ve told the boys they need to keep their heads up. We go again on Tuesday and we stay together on this journey.”
Dorking FC 1-5 Ash United
Dorking FC continued their poor form after they conceded five goals for the second home match in a row. The game started strongly for the Chicks, but strong play in possession was squandered by lack of composure in the final third. They were punished when Ash took the lead, but drew an equaliser just before half time from Owen Hunt to see the second half open nicely for a good contest.
However, the whistle had only just blown for the second half when two goals in the space of two minutes from United killed off the game. Heads dropped and whilst Dorking tried to build their way back into the game, their tired and inexperienced legs saw the side concede another two goals.
Press officer Roger Mahony:
“The scoreline didn’t reflect balance of play; it reflects the inexperience of players in the squad. We have brought in a manager to recruit local, young players and make them better that won’t happen overnight. There is already progress in the team, and it was all us in the first fifteen minutes. The next thing is to cut out the silly mistakes; two of Ash’s goals were breakaways. 1-1 was fair at half time, we had a hatful of chances and when we grabbed the equaliser we thought we could push on. Their two goals meant it took a bit of time to get our heads up again, and we played well in the last 15 and created some great chances, and at 3-2 we could have had the lift. We probably need one or two experienced players to help the squad develop.”
Horley Town 2-1 Hanworth Villa FC
Horley Town are still unbeaten after a 2-1 victory against Hanworth Villa. At the start of the day Hanworth were top of the league and favourites to win the match, but goals from Wetton and Robson saw Horley snatch the three points.
The home side were dominant in the first half, with the first goal coming fifteen minutes in. New signings Kyle Hough and Tate Greenway worked a corner into the box for Richard Wetton to put in at the front post. Then in the 28th minute, the right back Scott Robson went on a solo run and hit a fierce strike into the bottom corner from 20 yards out.
Hanworth came out stronger in the second half and took one of their chances in the 65th minute to send a few scares around the New Defence. They continued to press but the Horley defence stayed strong and even threatened a third on the counter. After two wins and two draws, Horley now sit in 7th on eight points.
Manager Ant Jupp was happy with the result:
“It was a very tough game against an unbeaten Hanworth. The first half we were very good and totally dominated. Hanworth got more into the game in the second half as expected and got a goal with a neat finish. We defended them well and had a couple of chances to wrap it up late on but their keeper made some good saves. Overall, a very good 3 points. Now onto Epsom away which once again will be very tough.”
Hythe Town 3-3 Horsham
Horsham earned a point against Hythe Town on Saturday, who finished 4th in the Isthmian League Division One South last season. Matt Dale stated that before the game, which finished 3-3, the side “would be happy to take a point.” However, he also stated:
“It’s disappointing we couldn’t hold onto the lead when we were 2-0 and 3-2 up, but Hythe are a good side and we would have expected them to throw everything at us.”
Most importantly, he said:
“It’s a point that’s got us off the mark and hopefully we can build on that on Monday against Lewes.”
Leiston 2-0 Burgess Hill Town
An 80th minute goal and 86th minute penalty saw Leiston grab the points late against Burgess Hill Town.
Before the match, Leiston had won all four of their opening fixtures and looked in a strong position to do so again. The Hillians had a few good chances at the start of both halves, but for most of the game focused on remaining solid defensively and kept Leiston away from their box. It saw an impressive goal from Matt Blake to break the deadlock, and the game was over when Josh James took down the Leiston forward.
Burgess Hill will be hoping for better as they face Folkestone Invicta this Bank Holiday Monday; a win could see them propel from 15th up to 6th.
After the game Ian Chapman said:
“We played some good football at times and we defended well. We had good chances to take the lead early in the 2nd half. If we had taken that we may have been able to have held on and take something from the game. As we found last season, this league is about fine margins and they took their chances in the last ten minutes.”
Merstham 3-4 Hendon
Merstham kept their first clean sheet of the season against Folkestone Invicta last Tuesday, taking a 0-0 draw, despite the absence of right back Michael Abnett. However, on Saturday, the side were involved in a seven goal thriller against Hendon, losing 4-3. Dan Bennett opened the scoring after nine minutes, but an own goal from Marc Okoye shortly followed.
Hendon fought back, scoring two more goals before Merstham managed to pull a goal back approaching half time. The opposition restored a two goal margin in the second half, but the Moatsiders netted a third before the final whistle.
Newcastle 3-0 Brighton
After a confident 4-2 win over Oxford United in the EFL Cup last Tuesday, Brighton were defeated 2-0 by promotion rivals Newcastle. Despite this result, Brighton are only five points adrift of first place as the side have accumulated eight points in five games. 3-0 wins against Nottingham Forest and Rotherham in the league exemplify the firepower which the Seagulls possess with the likes of Glenn Murray and Tomer Hemed.
The side will take a break this weekend, but on Saturday 10th September Brighton host Brentford. Three days later, the Seagulls encounter first placed Huddersfield.
Oakwood 2-2 Storrington
Oakwood came from behind to take a point against Storrington on Saturday as the final result ended 2-2. The side conceded two goals in the first half, scored by Liam Bouzan and Ross Fraser. In the 73rd minute, Gerald Manville pulled a goal back. 2-1. At last, in the 87th minute, Jack McNab netted the equaliser which earned the team a point. This afternoon, the club will face Midhurst & Easebourne.
Redhill 1-2 Balham
A promising start to the season saw Redhill defeat St. Francis Rangers 4-1 in the FA Cup and also win their opening league fixture against Frimley Green, defeating the side 2-0. Three days later, the side lost 2-1 against Chessington & Hook United and suffered a 6-1 defeat in the FA Cup to Lewes on Saturday 20th August.
Over the weekend, the Reds were on the end of a 2-1 loss to Balham. The latter are new to the Combined Counties League, finishing 2nd in the Surrey Elite Intermediate League last season and subsequently earning promotion. Today, Redhill take a trip to Worcester Park and will encounter Eversley & California on Saturday.
Rochdale 1-1 AFC Wimbledon
AFC Wimbledon are yet to record their first win in League One this season after a 1-all draw against Rochdale. The Dons came excruciatingly close though after they conceded an equaliser from 10-man Rochdale in the 5th minute of added time at the end of the match.
The game started well for Wimbledon after a quick counter attack saw Andy Barcham open the scoring with a header in the 12th minute. But Dale looked increasingly strong as the match went on with Allen rattling the crossbar and Dons keeper Ryan Clarke making a host of saves. When Rochdale player Camps was sent off for a second yellow card in the 82nd minute, the game looked all but over. Yet in the 95th minute with the final attack, Allen whipped a corner in that Clarke diverted into his own net.
After the game, manager Neal Ardley was in a reflective mood:
“We’ve lost a little bit of quality with the ball. We had fleeting moments when we looked good, but too often in the second-half we made bad decisions and lacked quality... There is loads to work on, but we are certainly positive about what we are doing. I said to the boys afterwards that ‘we do not turn on each other’. Part of what we had last season and what we want this season is team spirit and an unbelievable work ethic. We will try to keep that going.”
Sittingbourne 2-0 South Park
South Park take on Surrey rivals Dorking Wanderers in the first qualifying round of the FA Cup on Friday 2nd September after defeating Phoenix Sports 2-1 on the 20th August. In the league, the Sparks lost 2-0 against Sittingbourne of the weekend but will face Guernsey FC this afternoon.
Southwick 1-2 Lingfield
After thrashing Halisham Town 5-0 in a cup fixture on Saturday 20th August, Lingfield carried that confidence into their following league game as the side defeated Southwick 2-1 at the weekend. A penalty in the 68th minute was converted by David Heaton, followed by another goal in the 74th minute by Dan Frith.
Tomorrow night, Lingfield face St. Francis Rangers on the road. Another couple of away trips follow, including fixtures against AFC Varndeanians, Seaford Town and Halisham.
Tooting & Mitcham United 2-1 Dorking Wanderers
Dorking Wanderers’ 100% start to the season is over after being beaten at Imperial Fields. The hosts took the lead after Jordan Wilson slotted home after 23 minutes. Wanderers then held firm after more pressure from Tooting & Mitcham, and were level just before half time when Tom Tolfrey, continuing his fine goalscoring form, converted a penalty.
Wanderers were behind again just after the break, failing to deal with a quickly-taken Tooting thrown-in, the ball found Danny Bassett who hit early to grab the winner. Dorking Wanderers now sit 5th in the Ryman League South Division table, ahead of the visit of Molesey on Monday.
Walton Casuals 1-0 Three Bridges
Three Bridges are still without a win this league campaign after losing away at Walton Casuals thanks to Gabriel Odunaike’s goal. It was a closely contested game throughout, but it was Odunaike who proved to be the difference; his 41st minute goal coming just 10 minutes after having one ruled out for offside.
The Bridges have not won in all competitions so far this season, but will be hoping their luck changes on Bank Holiday Monday when they host Goldalming Town, who are yet to pick up a point in the league.
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• Restaurant inspections performed by the Piqua Health Department
Aug. 24
Nippon Food Store, 441 E. Ash St., Piqua. Violations/comments: Provide thermometer for two-door refrigerator so temperature can be monitored.
Aug. 23
George’s Dairy Bar, 329 Spring St., Piqua. Violations/comments: Provide full strength hand soap at hand sink so hands can be properly washed. Remove unused items from facility to aid cleaning.
Aug. 22
Cassano’s, 1577 Covington Ave., Piqua. Violations/comments: Garlic butter marked “keep refrigerated” at 63 degrees on counter. If food marked “keep refrigerated,” must be kept below 41 degrees at all times to prevent bacterial growth. This is a repeat issue and must be corrected immediately. Container discarded. Small reach in cooler holding food above 41 degrees. Nacho cheese, 49 degrees. Keep all TCS foods below 41 degrees. Items relocated. Broken food containers. All food containers must be smooth and durable. Discard. Repeat issue. Repeated issues must be corrected or an administrative hearing will be held.
Aug. 12
Tecumseh Woods Inc., 1102 Lenox Drive, Piqua. Violations/comments: Satisfactory at time of inspection.
• Restaurant inspections provided by Miami County Public Health
Aug. 15
Cassanos No. 11, 1201 Experiment Farm Road, Troy — Ready-to-eat, TCS food had been date marked was not properly discarded when required. Observed steak hoagies with an expiration date of 8/11, 8/12 and 8/13, well past the seven-day requirement. Corrected during inspection. To prevent illness, refrigerated, ready-to-eat TCS food that has been date marked in the facility shall be discarded. Equipment food-contact surfaces of utensils are dirty. Observed the can opener with food and debris and stickiness. Worker state that they are only cleaning knives and cutting boards once a day. Wash, rinse and sanitize every four hours.
Aug. 16
• Miami Shores Golf Course, 402 E. Staunton Road, Troy — Satisfactory at the time of inspection.
• Troy Bowl, 1530 McKaig Ave., Troy — Observed popcorn bag on walk-in cooler floor. Observed improper storage of food items. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination, and at least 6 inches above the floor.
Observed popcorn maker with oil residual build-up. Equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils are unclean. This is a critical violation. To prevent contamination, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
Observed ice machine not properly cleaned inside. Food equipment surfaces are not cleaned at the required frequency. This is a critical violation. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency specified in this rule.
Observed pizza boxes stored on floor in wrapper. Single-service and single-use articles are not properly stored. Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, single-service articles and single-use articles shall be properly stored as described in this rule.
Hand washing sink is being used for purposes other than hand washing, observed thawing of hot dogs in sink. To prevent contamination, a hand washing sink may not be used for purposes other than hand washing. This is a critical violation.
Observed floor and surfaces around cooking area with oil and debris build-up. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, and cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed. Focus on all surfaces in cooking and frying area.
Aug. 17
• Kids Learning Place and Head Start Troy, 1849 Town Park Drive, Troy — Observed food employees touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Employee transferring cooked potato stars from baking sheet to bowl had bare hand contact with potatoes. Employee donned gloves after discussion. To prevent contamination, except when washing fruits and vegetables, food employees may not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils. This is a critical violation and was corrected during inspection.
Fixed equipment did not appear to be properly sealed or spaced for cleaning. Dish machine line was not caulked to the wall. Equipment that is fixed shall be installed so that it is spaced to allow access for cleaning, from adjoining equipment, walls and ceilings a distance of not more than one thirty-second inch or one millimeter; or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. If the equipment is exposed to spillage or seepage; Counter-mounted equipment shall be installed to allow cleaning of the equipment and areas underneath and around the equipment as specified in this rule.
Thermometer inside two-door refrigeration appeared to be broken. Replace thermometer inside the unit.
Aug. 18
Tipp City Eagles, 202 Main St., Tipp City — Kitchen not in use during inspection. Ensure all equipment is cleaned prior to resuming operation.
Aug. 19
American Legion No. 586, 377 N. Third St., Tipp City — Equipment-food contact surfaces are dirty. This is a critical violation. Interior of ice making machine in the bar had mold growth along the sides. To prevent contamination, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Remove ice, clean and sanitize interior.
Hampton Inn, 45 Troy Town Drive, Troy — TCS foods were not being held at the proper temperature. Cream cheese at 67 degrees. To prevent the growth of pathogens, except during preparation, cooking or cooling, or when time is used as a public health control, TCS foods shall be held at 135 degrees F or above, or at 41 degrees F or less.
Holiday Inn Express, 60 Troy Town Drive, Troy — TCS foods were not being stored at the proper temperature. Ham in glass bowl on self service line was at 71 degrees. Temperature control was not being used. Corrected during inspection., ham was discarded. To prevent illness, refrigerated, ready-to-eat TCS food that has been date marked in the facility shall be discarded.
The hand washing sink was not easily accessible. Electrical cord and dust pan in basin of hand sink. To ensure frequent and proper hand washing, a hand washing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.
Observed a build-up of dirt and debris in cabinet under three-compartment sink in kitchen. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, and cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed.


RACINE, Ohio — A tale of two halves … with a fortunate twist at the end.
Visiting Portsmouth Notre Dame rallied back from a 13-point halftime deficit by scoring twice in the third quarter, but Southern responded with a quick strike late in regulation while beginning the Mike Chancey era on a good note Friday night following a thrilling 21-14 victory in a Week 1 gridiron matchup at Roger Lee Adams Memorial Field in Meigs County.
The host Tornadoes (1-0) stormed out to a 7-0 advantage just 13 seconds into the game as Jaylen Blanks returned the opening kickoff 85 yards to paydirt.
SHS followed that up with a quick three-and-out defensive stand and a pair of interceptions on the next three drives by the Titans (0-1), which allowed the Purple and Gold to secure a 7-0 edge after 12 minutes of play.
After picking up a first down on a fourth-and-three running play, the Tornadoes followed two plays later with an aerial assault that allowed the hosts to secure a two-score advantage.
Dylan Smith hauled in an eight-yard pass from Blake Johnson on a first-and-goal play, which allowed Southern to claim a 13-0 cushion at the 10:16 mark of the second stanza. That 13-point advantage also stuck headed into the break.
The second half, however, quickly turned in favor of Portsmouth Notre Dame — and it all started with the Tornadoes’ first turnovers of the night.
After a quick three-and-out to start the second half, the Titans recovered a fumble at Southern’s 40 with 9:14 remaining in the third period.
Two plays and 40 yards later, Notre Dame was on the board as Sam Kayser rumbled 25 yards to paydirt for a 13-7 contest with 8:56 remaining in the third quarter.
Southern was forced into a punting situation on its next possession, then a bad snap resulted in a loss of downs — giving the guests possession at the SHS 35 with over eight minutes still remaining in the third.
Kayser wrapped up a three-play, 35-yard scoring drive with a 22-yard touchdown run at the 7:31 mark of the third — allowing Notre Dame to take its first lead of the game at 14-13.
The score remained that way until deep into the final period, but Southern had a chance to reclaim the lead after putting together a 17-play drive between the third and fourth quarters that ultimately ended at the PND 10-yard line because of a lost fumble.
The Tornadoes’ defense, however, responded by forcing a quick three-and-out — and a long Dylan Smith punt return gave the hosts possession at the PND 22 with 3:39 left in regulation.
Still trailing by a single point, Southern’s first play from scrimmage resulted in a holding call — which backed the hosts up to the 31-yard line.
On the next play, Crenson Rogers hauled in a 31-yard pass from Johnson as he rumbled into the endzone — allowing the Purple and Gold to secure a 21-14 edge with 3:09 remaining.
The Titans made one final push down the field, but Smith picked off a fourth-and-20 halfback pass by Kayser — which ultimately sealed the deal on the Week 1 triumph.
Southern surrendered almost 100 more yards of rushing (167-71) in the contest, but an all-important plus-1 turnover differential also played a large part in the final outcome.
Afterwards, SHS coach Mike Chancey — who last coached a high school game at Meigs during the 2011 campaign — was pleased with the resiliency and effort that his troops gave in his return to the sidelines.
As he noted, it wasn’t easy to get this victory — which simply added to how special this outcome was.
“We played a very good football team tonight that was well-coached. I am proud of our kids for continuing to play hard,” Chancey said. “We had a couple of injuries and a couple of costly turnovers, but in the end we just kept battling and found a way to win.
“Anytime the kids give a great effort, I’m going to be proud of them. This outcome just make things a little better. It’s a great start to our careers here at Southern.”
The Tornadoes claimed a 244-194 overall edge in total yards, including a sizable 173-27 advantage in passing yards. SHS had a dozen first downs in the win, compared to only 10 by the Titans. PND was also penalized four times for 30 yards, while Southern was flagged seven times for 77 yards.
Riley Roush paced the SHS rushing attack with 36 yard and 15 attempts, followed by Blake Johnson with 12 carries for 29 yards. Johnson was also 9-of-14 passing for 173 yards, throwing two touchdown passes and no interceptions.
Crenson Rogers led the Tornado wideouts with 86 yards on four catches, followed by Dylan Smith with three grabs for 48 yards. Clayton Wood also had two catches for 39 yards.
Sam Kayser led the PND rushing attack with 26 carries for 138 yards, followed by Ben mader with 27 yards on 12 totes. Drew Cassidy also completed 3-of-8 passes for 27 yards, throwing two interceptions and no touchdowns. Isiah Johnson led the Titan wideouts with two catches for 10 yards.
Jaylen Blanks had two interceptions for Southern in the first half and Dylan Smith came away with the other pick.
The Tornadoes have now won four consecutive season openers, including three straight against Portsmouth Notre Dame.
The Purple and Gold return to action Friday when they travel to Frontier for their final non-conference contest of the fall.
Bryan Walters can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. 2101.
Southern junior Riley Roush (8) avoids a tackle attempt by Portsmouth Notre Dame defender Sam Kayser during a first half run in a Week 1 football contest in Racine, Ohio. http://mydailytribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/web1_8.28-SHS-Roush.jpg Southern junior Riley Roush (8) avoids a tackle attempt by Portsmouth Notre Dame defender Sam Kayser during a first half run in a Week 1 football contest in Racine, Ohio. Bryan Walters/OVP Sports


RACINE, Ohio — A tale of two halves … with a fortunate twist at the end.
Visiting Portsmouth Notre Dame rallied back from a 13-point halftime deficit by scoring twice in the third quarter, but Southern responded with a quick strike late in regulation while beginning the Mike Chancey era on a good note Friday night following a thrilling 21-14 victory in a Week 1 gridiron matchup at Roger Lee Adams Memorial Field in Meigs County.
The host Tornadoes (1-0) stormed out to a 7-0 advantage just 13 seconds into the game as Jaylen Blanks returned the opening kickoff 85 yards to paydirt.
SHS followed that up with a quick three-and-out defensive stand and a pair of interceptions on the next three drives by the Titans (0-1), which allowed the Purple and Gold to secure a 7-0 edge after 12 minutes of play.
After picking up a first down on a fourth-and-three running play, the Tornadoes followed two plays later with an aerial assault that allowed the hosts to secure a two-score advantage.
Dylan Smith hauled in an eight-yard pass from Blake Johnson on a first-and-goal play, which allowed Southern to claim a 13-0 cushion at the 10:16 mark of the second stanza. That 13-point advantage also stuck headed into the break.
The second half, however, quickly turned in favor of Portsmouth Notre Dame — and it all started with the Tornadoes’ first turnovers of the night.
After a quick three-and-out to start the second half, the Titans recovered a fumble at Southern’s 40 with 9:14 remaining in the third period.
Two plays and 40 yards later, Notre Dame was on the board as Sam Kayser rumbled 25 yards to paydirt for a 13-7 contest with 8:56 remaining in the third quarter.
Southern was forced into a punting situation on its next possession, then a bad snap resulted in a loss of downs — giving the guests possession at the SHS 35 with over eight minutes still remaining in the third.
Kayser wrapped up a three-play, 35-yard scoring drive with a 22-yard touchdown run at the 7:31 mark of the third — allowing Notre Dame to take its first lead of the game at 14-13.
The score remained that way until deep into the final period, but Southern had a chance to reclaim the lead after putting together a 17-play drive between the third and fourth quarters that ultimately ended at the PND 10-yard line because of a lost fumble.
The Tornadoes’ defense, however, responded by forcing a quick three-and-out — and a long Dylan Smith punt return gave the hosts possession at the PND 22 with 3:39 left in regulation.
Still trailing by a single point, Southern’s first play from scrimmage resulted in a holding call — which backed the hosts up to the 31-yard line.
On the next play, Crenson Rogers hauled in a 31-yard pass from Johnson as he rumbled into the endzone — allowing the Purple and Gold to secure a 21-14 edge with 3:09 remaining.
The Titans made one final push down the field, but Smith picked off a fourth-and-20 halfback pass by Kayser — which ultimately sealed the deal on the Week 1 triumph.
Southern surrendered almost 100 more yards of rushing (167-71) in the contest, but an all-important plus-1 turnover differential also played a large part in the final outcome.
Afterwards, SHS coach Mike Chancey — who last coached a high school game at Meigs during the 2011 campaign — was pleased with the resiliency and effort that his troops gave in his return to the sidelines.
As he noted, it wasn’t easy to get this victory — which simply added to how special this outcome was.
“We played a very good football team tonight that was well-coached. I am proud of our kids for continuing to play hard,” Chancey said. “We had a couple of injuries and a couple of costly turnovers, but in the end we just kept battling and found a way to win.
“Anytime the kids give a great effort, I’m going to be proud of them. This outcome just make things a little better. It’s a great start to our careers here at Southern.”
The Tornadoes claimed a 244-194 overall edge in total yards, including a sizable 173-27 advantage in passing yards. SHS had a dozen first downs in the win, compared to only 10 by the Titans. PND was also penalized four times for 30 yards, while Southern was flagged seven times for 77 yards.
Riley Roush paced the SHS rushing attack with 36 yard and 15 attempts, followed by Blake Johnson with 12 carries for 29 yards. Johnson was also 9-of-14 passing for 173 yards, throwing two touchdown passes and no interceptions.
Crenson Rogers led the Tornado wideouts with 86 yards on four catches, followed by Dylan Smith with three grabs for 48 yards. Clayton Wood also had two catches for 39 yards.
Sam Kayser led the PND rushing attack with 26 carries for 138 yards, followed by Ben mader with 27 yards on 12 totes. Drew Cassidy also completed 3-of-8 passes for 27 yards, throwing two interceptions and no touchdowns. Isiah Johnson led the Titan wideouts with two catches for 10 yards.
Jaylen Blanks had two interceptions for Southern in the first half and Dylan Smith came away with the other pick.
The Tornadoes have now won four consecutive season openers, including three straight against Portsmouth Notre Dame.
The Purple and Gold return to action Friday when they travel to Frontier for their final non-conference contest of the fall.
Bryan Walters can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. 2101.
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The Merritt RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance to locate a 32-year-old woman and her three young children.
Monica Jacob was reported missing to the Merritt RCMP on Thursday, Aug. 25. She was last seen on Thursday afternoon at a residence on the Coldwater Reserve, accompanied by her three children: seven-year-old Lovely Jacob, five-year-old Ethan Jacob, and Kathyanne Noltcho who is only one year old. Monica Jacob is described as being 32 years old, five foot four and approximately 137 lbs. She has brown hair and brown eyes.
According to the press release from the RCMP, Jacob has family ties to the Saskatchewan area and it is possible that she may be travelling in that direction. Jacob and her children are presumed to be travelling together, the release went on to state.
Anyone with information on Jacob’s whereabouts are encouraged to call Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262 or their local police service. Should anyone see or recognize Jacob, they are encouraged to call 911. Those who wish to stay anonymous can call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
— Merritt Herald

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MIAMI COUNTY — On Monday, a nurse contracted through a third party employer was sentenced to serve three years on community control for stealing Oxycodone and morphine from five patients at Upper Valley Medical Center in December.
Judge Jeannine Pratt sentenced Darrell Hashman, 28, of Lafferty, Ohio, to serve three years of community control for third degree felony tampering with records and two counts of fourth degree felony theft.
Assistant prosecutor Paul Watkins asked for the court to impose a stiff penalty to send a message to the public that Hashman’s conduct would not be tolerated.
Hashman said he was working three jobs at a cafe, mowing lawns and working as a mechanic. He said he has been attending NA/AA groups and was being treated by Crossroad Counseling for his drug addiction. It was his first felony conviction.
Hashman voluntarily surrendered his nursing license at the time of the investigation, according to the Ohio Board of Nursing report.
After sentencing, Hashman was taken into custody due to a warrant for his arrest for a similar incident in Hillsboro.
According to the Ohio Board of Nursing report, Hashman admitted to stealing oxycodone and morphine on at least 11 occasions from five UVMC patients. Hashman stated that he would make sure his patients were appropriately medicated, then remove a oxycodone or morphine from the machine, take it to the room, scan and open the package like it was being administered and then pocket the pills.
Hashman was an employee of Supplemental Heathcare of Amherst, N.Y. and was assigned to UVMC in September 2015. The Upper Valley Medical Center director of nursing noticed that Hashman had higher numbers of withdrawing narcotics compared to co-workers.. UVMC filed a complaint in December 2015 stated Hashman was terminated for higher than average removal of opiates. At a different facility, Hashman tested positive for marijuana, amphetamines and methamphetamines.
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Darrell Hashman, 28, of Lafferty, Ohio, to serve three years of community control
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Micah Richards applauds the Aston Villa fans after the defeat at Arsenal
Aston Villa defender Micah Richards is set to complete a deal with Turkish giants Trabzonspor within the next 48 hours, according to reports coming out of Turkey.
Turkish Football are saying that the defender is on the verge of ending his claret and blue nightmare by joining the Turkish side, having agreed a deal in principle.
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The defender arrived on a free transfer from Manchester City last summer but endured a terrible first season with the club as they were relegated.
A lot had been expect of Richards, who is a fully fledged England international, after he was awarded the captaincy by then manager Tim Sherwood.
But that decision didn't work out for either party and the player is one of a number of last season's boo boys that Roberto Di Matteo is willing to let go.
The source appears to be reliable having also been responsible for breaking the Robin Van Persie to Fenerbahce story last summer.

Transfer news: It looks as though Micah Richards is finally set to end his Aston Villa nightmare


The defender is set to join the Turkish side on a one-year loan deal


Turkish warplanes hit Kurdish militia in Syria – Regime barrel bombs kill 15 civilians in Aleppo
KARKAMIS, Turkey: Rebels supported by Turkey fought Kurdish-backed forces in north Syria yesterday, as Ankara ratcheted up its cross-border offensive by saying it had launched air strikes on Kurdish forces and Islamic State. Turkey’s government, which is fighting a Kurdish insurgency at home, has said the Syrian campaign launched this week is as much about targeting Islamic State as it is about preventing Kurdish forces filling the vacuum left when Islamists withdraw.
Turkish security sources said two F-16 jets bombed a site controlled by the Kurdish YPG militia, which is part of the broader US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) coalition. The sources also said the jets hit six Islamic State targets. Ankara’s opponents said Turkish forces had targeted YPG-allied forces but that no Kurdish forces were involved.
On the ground, Turkish-backed Syrian rebels fought forces aligned to the SDF near the frontier town of Jarablus. Forces opposed to Ankara said Turkish tanks were deployed, a charge denied by Turkey’s rebel allies. Yesterday’s use of warplanes against what Turkey said was a Kurdish YPG militia target highlights its determination to prevent any Kurdish territorial expansion in north Syria.
Any action against Kurdish forces in Syria puts Turkey at odds with its NATO ally the United States, which backs the SDF and YPG, seeing them as the most reliable and effective ally in the fight against Islamic State in Syria. It adds complexity to the Syrian conflict that erupted five years ago with an uprising against Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad and has since drawn in regional states and world powers.
The Jarablus Military Council, part of the SDF, had said earlier yesterday that Turkish planes hit the village of Al-Amarna south of Jarablus, causing civilian casualties. It called the action “a dangerous escalation”. The Kurdish-led administration that controls parts of northern Syria said Turkish tanks advanced on Al-Amarna and clashed with forces of the Jarablus Military Council. But the Kurdish administration said no Kurdish forces were involved.
However, the leader of one Turkey-backed rebel group gave a rival account. He told Reuters the rebels battled the Kurdish YPG around al-Amarna and denied any Turkish tanks took part. Turkish security forces simply said Turkish-backed forces had extended their control to five villages beyond Jarablus. A video released by Turkey’s military showed the Turkish Red Crescent distributing food and aid to people in Jarablus, with the help of Turkish troops. It also showed what appeared to be Turkish-backed rebels flicking v-for-victory signs in the town.
The newly formed Jarablus Military Council has said it was made up of people from the area with the aim of capturing the town and the surrounding region from Islamic State militants. However, the Turkish-backed rebels seized Jarablus first.
Meanwhile, at least 15 civilians were killed in a barrel bomb attack on a rebel-held district of Aleppo yesterday, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitor said. The Britain-based group said regime aircraft had dropped two explosive-packed barrel bombs several minutes apart on the Maadi district of eastern Aleppo. The strikes hit “near a tent where people were receiving condolences for those killed this week in the neighboring district of Bab al-Nayrab,” Observatory director Rami Abdel Rahman said.
“There was a first barrel bomb and when people gathered and the ambulances arrived, a second barrel struck and there were more deaths,” an AFP reporter in the rebel-held part of the city said. “One ambulance was completely destroyed,” he added, citing the local civil defense unit. The Observatory said dozens more were injured in the two strikes and the death toll was expected to rise.
Yesterday’s deadly strikes come after 15 people, among them 11 children, were killed in a barrel bomb attack on Bab al-Nayrab on Thursday. The local Shabha Press news agency said 23 people were killed in yesterday’s attack, and published photos showing several of the dead, including a man who appeared to have been riding a motorbike at the time of the strike. Most of his blood-soaked body lay on one side of the overturned bike, but his severed leg lay on the other side. Syria’s regime has been accused of regularly using barrel bombs – crude, explosive devices – on rebel-held areas that are home to civilians. – Agencies

Turkish warplanes hit Kurdish militia in Syria - Regime barrel bombs kill 15 civilians in Aleppo


Area senior citizens will have a chance Monday to hear Gov. John Bel Edwards speak and learn about how to protect themselves from becoming victims of crime and report incidents of abuse.
District Attorney Bo Duhe of Louisiana’s 16th Judicial District will host a Senior Citizens Educational Seminar from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at the Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel Pavilion in Charenton. The seminar is free and open to the public. Lunch will be included. Attendees must be at least 21 years old.
The governor’s office confirmed that, as of this morning, Edwards is still scheduled to speak at the event, but his schedule is subject to change. Duhe expects Edwards to speak about what’s going on in the state and how that affects senior citizens.
The district attorney’s office has held the seminar for many years to educate senior citizens on services provided within the district’s jurisdiction of St. Mary, St. Martin and Iberia parishes, Duhe said.
Among the information provided includes protection against phone scams, emotional and physical abuse by caregivers and other criminal activity “that the elderly are generally susceptible to,” Duhe said.
With the increased use of online social media, senior citizens have become more susceptible to online scams, too, Duhe said.
Sometimes, senior citizens are afraid they will lose a caregiver if they report that the caregiver is taking financial advantage of them or abusing them, he said. Caregivers are often family members, and seniors also worry about the effects on the family of reporting an incident.
“The more we educate senior citizens, the more they may be inclined to report (incidents),” Duhe said.
The District Attorney’s Office has staff members who are responsible for investigating reports of elderly abuse. Those employees first determine if the complaint is credible, and, if so, they turn the investigation over to law enforcement, Duhe said.
Lots of other agencies and entities assist in putting on the seminar. The district is fortunate to have “very active” councils on aging and AARP chapters, Duhe said.


Left-back Danny Rose’s 72nd-minute equaliser earned Tottenham Hotspur a 1-1 draw with Liverpool in a hard-fought Premier League encounter at White Hart Lane on Saturday.
James Milner gave Liverpool a deserved lead with a penalty shortly before half-time, but Spurs got their reward for a spell of sustained second-half pressure when Rose drilled home the equaliser.
The England full-back’s strike means he has already matched his tally from last season and it preserved Spurs’ unbeaten record following their draw at Everton and victory over Crystal Palace.
It was a frustrating outcome for visiting manager Jurgen Klopp on his return to the scene of his first game at the Liverpool helm last October, which ended in a 0-0 draw.
His side showed a much sharper cutting edge than in last weekend’s 2-0 defeat at Burnley, but their inability to close the game out enabled Mauricio Pochettino’s Spurs to rescue a point.
It was a contest between two teams who like to press high up the pitch and in the first half it was Tottenham who had the greatest difficulty playing the ball out from the back.
Deputising in goal for Spurs again in place of the injured Hugo Lloris, Michel Vorm was frequently called into action.
The Dutchman produced a stunning fourth-minute stop to thwart Philippe Coutinho from Roberto Firmino’s square pass and twice raced from his line to expertly tackle Sadio Mane.
Coutinho had overcome a stiff hamstring to start and he continually found space inside the Spurs box, with one shot deflected over and another comfortably parried by Vorm at his near post.
– Spurs reshuffle –
Aside from a Christian Eriksen free-kick that Simon Mignolet fisted away, Spurs posed little threat at the other end, although Vincent Janssen could have won a penalty after being blocked by Joel Matip.
Mane, meanwhile, was fortunate to avoid a red card after clattering Rose two minutes after being booked for a late one on Dele Alli.
Janssen had replaced Kyle Walker after the Spurs full-back succumbed to illness, in a reshuffle that saw Eric Dier move to right-back and Alli drop into central midfield.
It left the hosts with an unfamiliar configuration on the right flank and Liverpool exploited their uncertainty when Firmino was clipped by Erik Lamela after darting in behind him.
Milner, Liverpool’s left-back again, confidently steered the penalty into the bottom-left corner.
The team in red continued to enjoy the upper hand in the second half, with Matip heading over, Nathaniel Clyne working Vorm and Mane seeing a volley chalked off for offside.
But as the intensity of the visitors’ pressing began to fade, so Spurs started to assert themselves.
Eriksen side-footed over from Dier’s cut-back and Mignolet produced smart saves to thwart Lamela and Toby Alderweireld before Spurs drew level with 18 minutes to go.
Released by Alderweireld, Dier cut inside onto his left foot and crossed, Lamela flicked the ball on and Rose brought it down at the back post before skewering a shot past Mignolet.
Liverpool procured one last sight of goal, but Georginio Wijnaldum’s effort was fielded by Vorm.
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Advocates say that any future cutbacks or budget stalemates could be life-threatening to Illinois's LGBT population.
The year-long war over Illinois's budget was a nightmare for social service agencies. And, as the Reader reported in July, even the stopgap deal reached at the 11th hour earlier this summer wasn't enough to reverse the damage done by a year of inaction.
Marginalized people dependent on social services were hit hard by the crisis: the elderly, populations with HIV, people of color, undocumented workers, youth, and the homeless, all suffered as a result of the impasse, even with stopgap measures in place.
But one group was particularly affected: LGBT people. These groups often rely on state funding in order to survive, and advocates say that any future cutbacks or stalemates could be life-threatening.
For example: as a result of the legislative logjam, 90 percent all homeless agencies in Chicago were forced to "deny assistance to people at-risk of or experiencing homelessness," within the past year, according to the Windy City Times. Because around 40 percent of all marginally housed youth identify as queer or transgender , that denial of service affected them disproportionately.
One of these groups is Lyte Collective, a Chicago-based nonprofit that works to meet the needs of the city's queer homeless youth. That's become increasingly difficult during the ongoing budget crisis.
"The state budget impasse has had a devastating effect on organizations that serve youth experiencing homelessness," says Megan Wakeman, the Lyte's chief program officer. "Some programs have closed entirely, and others have been forced to make significant cuts and eliminate services. Programs have had to limit hours and location of services, resulting in significant reduction of young people who are able to get their needs met."
Many youth organizations, due to lack of funding, have been forced to focus on very basic services—like providing food and clothing—rather than more intensive, life-affirming resources—such as after-school programs and education.
"Our mission of being in the social services field and working with young people who are homeless and have experienced trauma is to empower them—help them build their identities, and see potential in their future," Wakeman says. "The question really becomes: Is that possible now? Realistically and honestly, is this something we can provide them?"
Chicago House, one of the city's largest resource centers for LGBT people affected by homelessness, poverty, and unemployment, remains severely impacted by the impasse, which has decimated the organization's funding.
CEO Scott Ammarell says the state originally cut the organization's funding in half and hasn't yet paid for the services it provided in 2016. That outstanding bill has had a devastating impact on Chicago House, leading to staff layoffs and a reduction in the number of clients the organization serves.
"With the state not paying us, we are in jeopardy of having to make even more staff cuts and reduce services even further," Ammarell says. "I have no idea where the governor thinks people in need are going to turn once the state funding goes away."
He believes that trans people will be harmed the most by a reduction in the organization's programming.
"Transgender women—especially trans women of color—are twice as likely to be unemployed or underemployed than cisgender people," he says. If you take away the Chicago House dollars that we're using for employment services for transgender women, that service has no chance of being alleviated."
To add insult to injury, the organization has also lost out on federal funding as a result of the crisis.
"A lot of the money that the social service agencies receive from [the Illinois Department of Human Services] is used on matching dollars for federal grants," Ammarell explains. "Let's say that the state gives an agency like Chicago House $100,000. If we turn around and leverage that $100,000 with another $100,000 that comes from the federal government, we've now got $200,000 to address and use for our programs to support our clients."
"If the state of Illinois takes away $100,000," he adds, "they're really taking away $200,000 in services when those grants are matched."
Mental health programs in the state have likewise been decimated by the ongoing budget crisis. This is a huge problem for the LGBT community, as research from the National Alliance on Mental Illness shows that queer- and trans-identified people are three times more likely to experience mental illness, including anxiety and depression.
"Given the stress factors of being a minority, not being treated fairly and equitably—even in our families and churches—that can cause mental distress," says Rick Garcia, a longtime gay rights activist. "We often don't want to admit it."
Instead of helping those experiencing psychological distress, many end up behind bars: by some accounts, the Cook County Jail is the largest mental health facility in the state.
Again, LGBT people are disproportionately affected by this reality: a national survey released in February from the Center for American Progress and the Movement Advancement Project found that the percentage of LGBT folks currently behind bars is twice the rate of queer and trans people in the general population.
The $700-million shortfall for social service providers has also hit HIV-positive communities hard. There are about 43,500 people living with AIDS in Illinois, according to the AIDS Foundation of Chicago.
"That's really important, not only in terms of personal health for individuals but community health," says Ramon Gardenhire, vice president of policy and advocacy for the AIDS Foundation of Chicago. "What the data shows us is that if someone is tested and linked to care early, it minimizes their ability to pass the virus onto someone else. By not testing people and linking them to care, we're perpetuating HIV transmission in communities."
Gardenhire is blunt about how this would affect people living with HIV. "They die," he says. "When people don't have access to lifesaving medications, their health deteriorates."
As goes Illinois's social services, so goes the state: a recent report from the Associated Press showed that the federal government's "rainy day" fund—meant to be used in times of economic downturn—has been drained by the crisis. The account should have between $1.5 to $3 billion in it, but it's down to a reported $180 million.
Illinois's stopgap budget goes through the end of the calendar year. Ensuring future funding for these groups won't just help right the financial ship. As advocates say, it will also save lives.

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Jermain Defoe will find out on Sunday whether he has done enough to earn an England recall.
Defoe has scored twice in three Premier League games for Sunderland this season ahead of former Black Cats boss Sam Allardyce naming his first England squad on Sunday.
The 33-year-old put Sunderland 1-0 up from the penalty spot in the 80th minute before Jay Rodriguez equalised five minutes from time for Southampton.
Moyes said: "I wouldn't be surprised at all, because Jermain Defoe is a goalscorer.
"He has that ability to score out of very little.
"And Sam knows him, he knows him better than me because he has worked with him for longer than I have.
"From what I've seen, he is a really good pro and that's what I like about him.
"He wants to do things right, and he wants to stay in good condition.
"He is certainly not someone who is just playing out the latter days of his career.
"I'd love to have a Sunderland player in the England squad.
"We started at Everton like that, then I hoped to have two players in the England squad, then three, and build it up into a squad of top international players.
"If Jermain Defoe gives us the start we need, I will be thrilled."
Defoe was tripped by Jose Fonte for the penalty.
Moyes added: "He had one or two sniffs of chances as well, and he put one away against Man City the other week as well.
"He took his penalty kick terrifically well, and we are going to need his goals.
"I haven't seen it [the penalty] yet. But some people say yes and some people say no, so if it is a split decision the referee has to call it one way or the other.
"He's a really good finisher, and we just need to keep a check on him because he is carrying a bit of a thigh strain."
New signing Javier Manquillo, 22, made his debut for Sunderland after arriving on a season-long loan from Atletico Madrid.
Moyes added: "I thought the right-back played very well today on his debut, so there were some pluses.
"I thought Adnan [Januzaj] had some great moments for us, and there were moments where you could see what a great player he is.
"We have to raise our quality and make sure that we are winning games, not drawing or losing them."
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ROME The basilica of Saint Benedict in the medieval town of Norcia swayed but held up last week when a 6.2 magnitude earthquake rocked mountainous central Italy.
Just 24 km (15 miles) away in Amatrice, which used to bill itself as the town of 100 churches, the historic center was flattened and not a single holy place escaped undamaged.
The fact that a town in the main quake zone was largely unscathed while others have been crushed might have a lot to do with the vagaries of seismic shocks, which can bring disproportionate damage depending on land formation.
But it might also be because picture-postcard Norcia has consistently invested in anti-seismic protection for its ancient buildings, while its less famous neighbors have not.
Norcia represents the exception, not the rule in Italy, where the majority of buildings were constructed more than a century ago, well before anti-seismic norms were introduced. The question is whether the heavily indebted country has the will and the money to safeguard all its homes and cultural treasures.
Italy is home to more UNESCO world heritage sites than any other nation, with architectural and artistic masterpieces ranging from Greek and Roman remains to the frescoes of the late Mediaeval painter Giotto and residences or "palazzi" of the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
But it is also an active seismic zone, experiencing 36 earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 and above since 1900. Almost every one has brought death and destruction, with nearly 300 people dying in the latest disaster.
Such tragedies inevitably trigger rounds of recriminations about why successive governments haven't done more to defend Italians' lives and heritage.
"We should get to the churches, monuments and palazzi before the quakes do, but we always end up chasing them," says Paolo Clemente from Italy's multidisciplinary research center ENEA. "If everything is left as it is, our cultural heritage is destined to die...".
Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, like other leaders before him, has promised a renewed push to bolster the flimsy earthquake defenses and met the celebrated Italian architect Renzo Piano on Sunday to help devise a national prevention plan.
But like many Italians, Renzi has a fatalistic streak.
"It's illusory to think you can control everything," he said last Thursday. "It's hard to imagine that (this disaster) could have been avoided simply using different building technology. We're talking about towns dating back to the Middle Ages."
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Many experts disagree, saying Italy's towns and cities can be protected so long as you have a very deep pocket.
"It is possible to reconcile (artistic) beauty with security when you have money," said Caterina Bon Valsassina, Italy's director general of cultural heritage, arts and landscape. "Once we were rich, but we aren't anymore."
Some 40 billion euros ($45 billion) would be needed to secure Italy's public buildings, according to the National Engineers' Association. The bill would go up to 360 billion euros to upgrade all the building stock, the country's employers association Confindustria estimates.
Italy has the largest debt mountain in the European Union as a proportion of its output after Greece, and its economy has barely grown in the last 17 years. This means there is very little money for major new budget items, such as nationwide earthquake-proofing.
Government adviser Mauro Grassi says Italy should spend 4 billion euros a year for the next 20 years on disaster prevention programs, arguing that this is roughly what the country is spending now on disaster response and reconstruction.
But even if it did, there is no guarantee it would be spent wisely, with corruption, bureaucracy, shoddy workmanship and organized crime all lurking in the shadows.
Amatrice's main school was reopened in 2012 after the local authorities spent 700,000 euros on a refurbishment, including anti-seismic protection. It now lies in ruins.
"If these buildings had been constructed like they are in Japan, then they would not have collapsed," prosecutor Giuseppe Saieva, who is leading an inquiry into why so many buildings collapsed last week, told la Repubblica newspaper.
The reconstruction effort in L'Aquila, a 13th century city walloped by an earthquake in 2009, is still many years from completion. Seven building contractors were arrested in 2014 on allegations they were working with the Mafia.
Other delays have been caused by often bewildering red tape that would surely snarl any significant campaign to retrofit buildings with anti-seismic protection.
A recently introduced code for assigning public work contracts includes 220 norms. It is designed to root out graft but local authorities say it is a tangled nightmare to follow.
PRIORITIES
Ironically, not all the money that is currently offered by the government to encourage individuals to safeguard their property is used, partly because of bureaucracy.
Following the L'Aquila calamity, the government earmarked almost 1 billion euros for earthquake programs, but only 700 million euros have been committed to defined projects.
In Amatrice, the local region said funds could be spent only on primary residences, despite the fact that many of the properties were secondary, holiday homes. A town clerk then forgot to put in the applications for the handful of local people who had applied for help, missing the deadline.
Experts say that in Italy's old towns and villages, where houses are often crammed together around small squares and narrow lanes, everyone has to retrofit their homes to make it worthwhile. An earthquake proof house can survive a bad tremor only for an unproofed house to collapse into it and destroy it.
With limited resources, working out priorities is tough.
About 500 hospitals and 28,000 schools in at-risk areas do not have anti-seismic cover. Many of Italy's 51 UNESCO heritage sites are found in earthquake zones, such as the central hill town of Assisi, which was badly damaged in a 1997 quake.
It also has 6,000 sites of historical or artistic interest.
"Some hamlets might not have Giotto frescoes, but they are the expression of the beauty and culture of Italy. It is a complex beauty to protect...," says Fabio Carapezza Guttuso, a top manager of the Italian Culture Ministry.
However, the experience of Norcia shows protection is possible, with the small town upgrading its defenses in response to a 1979 earthquake that killed five and left 2,000 homeless.
Although the town's famed Monastery of St. Benedict was damaged on Wednesday, it did not collapse. Nor did any other building within Norcia's ancient walls.
"Since the earthquake that hit the valley in 1979, the mayors and the community have worked hard to spend public funds well in order to become resilient," Norcia mayor Nicola Alemanno told Reuters. "Prevention is an investment for the long-run."
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Italy's vulnerable beauty lacks funds and attention against earthquakes


The basilica of Saint Benedict in the medieval town of Norcia swayed but held up last week when a 6.2 magnitude earthquake rocked mountainous central Italy.


POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — The 15th annual Mothman Festival is less than a month away and organizers are expecting a record crowd.
“We typically see 5,000 people (at the festival), this year we’re looking at 8,000 to 9,000,” Denny Bellamy, director of the Mason County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, said.
Bellamy said this growth could be attributed to several things, including this year being the 50th anniversary of the reported sightings of Mothman in Mason County, W.Va. This is also the 15th year of the festival, which only continues to grow in size, reputation and attractions. Bellamy added, there are already 13,000 people interested in visiting the festival, according to its Facebook page. He explained, if even half of those arrive in Point Pleasant, it could be a “situation” in terms of where to park them all.
Finding available parking has always been an issue at the festival and this year, as previously reported, the City of Point Pleasant has agreed to park cars at Krodel Park for a $5 fee and offer a free tram ride between the park and the festival.
“People need to prepare for the crowd that’s coming,” Bellamy said, pointing out that’s not a bad thing considering the money these visitors spend in Mason County, as well as adjacent counties which benefit from booked hotels. In Point Pleasant, the Lowe Hotel is booked a year in advance for the festival.
Bellamy said the festival is also physically expanding in downtown Point Pleasant, having vendors and displays in a larger area which will include from the State Theater at 6th Street to the Point Pleasant River Museum and Learning Center on 1st Street.
“We want the festival to stretch from one end (of Main Street) to the other, not just be contained to one area,” Bellamy said when talking about the congestion that happens on 4th Street near the Mothman statue when the crowd picks up.
The festival, which is known for adding those special attractions each year, will be hosting the cast of “Mountain Monsters” for a fan meet and greet on Saturday, Sept. 17. “Mountain Monsters” is a documentary television series on Destination America. It premiered June 22, 2013, and began its fourth season on Jan. 23, 2016.
Also, each year the festival welcomes more and more of those into “cosplay” which are fans dressed as their favorite characters. Returning this year are the Men in Black as well as the Ghostbusters and more. New this year, in terms of “cosplay” will be fans dressed as characters from the hit television show, “Supernatural,” along with a Chevy Impala that looks like the one on the show. Often found wandering the streets during the festival are Captain America, characters from Star Wars and the elusive Bigfoot. In fact, vendors and speakers enthralled with Sasquatch have been growing at the festival, along with those interested in the paranormal.
Speakers on a variety of topics will also be at the State Theater; the Mothman hayrides will return to the West Virginia State Farm Museum; the TNT bus tours will return as well; an eclectic offering of merchandise and food vendors will be lining the streets again; bands have been booked at Riverfront Park; the Mothman 5K Run/Walk will be back, as will Hillbilly Zip Line, inflatables for kids, tram ride tours and horse and carriage rides.
Also, Mothman will be available for selfies for the entire weekend and local attractions like the World’s Only Mothman Museum, the river museum, the U.S. Navy Poster Museum, as well as local downtown merchants, will be open for business.
A more complete guide on the festival, which takes place Sept. 17-18, will appear in an upcoming edition of the Point Pleasant Register.
More information about the festival can be found on Facebook and at www.mothmanfestival.com. Admission is free.
The 15th annual Mothman Festival returns to Point Pleasant, W.Va., on Sept. 17-18. A record crowd is expected at this year’s festival, which also celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Mothman sightings in Mason County. Pictured is a scene from last year’s festival. http://mydailytribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/web1_8.31-PPR-Mothman.jpg The 15th annual Mothman Festival returns to Point Pleasant, W.Va., on Sept. 17-18. A record crowd is expected at this year’s festival, which also celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Mothman sightings in Mason County. Pictured is a scene from last year’s festival.
Preparing for record number of visitors to this year’s festival
By Beth Sergent [email protected]
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The Mothman crowd: Preparing for record number of visitors to this year’s festival


Banks see the number of assessees reducing from 12,500 in 2013-14 to 2,500 in 2016-17
The walk-in payment facility for paying property tax through banks is losing popularity, reducing to less than one per cent of the total tax collected in the city. The number of assessees paying property tax at bank counters has reduced from 12,500 in 2013-14 to 2,500 in 2016-17.
The total property tax collected through bank counters was Rs. 6.5 crore in 2013-14. The amount reduced to Rs.2.5 crore in 2014-15 with 8,500 assessees. The collection dipped further in 2015-16 with just 5,000 residents visiting bank counters to pay Rs.1.5 crore as property tax to the Chennai Corporation.
Even as the Corporation has collected Rs. 250 crore as property tax this half-year, the collection through bank counters has so far been pegged at just Rs.75 lakh. The civic body introduced the system claiming that it was the simplest way for collecting property tax. Residents would be able to pay the tax in cash at bank counters by just mentioning the bill number, zone number and division number of the building.
The dip in collection through 650 bank counters has been attributed to the lack of awareness among residents and banks. Civic body officials have also stopped reviewing the system, leading to reduced cooperation from the banks.
Property tax assessees may walk in, pay it in cash and generate receipt in real time at the counters of Indian Overseas Bank, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Lakshmi Vilas Bank, IndusInd Bank, Yes Bank, Canara Bank, IDBI Bank, HDFC Bank, City Union Bank and Karur Vysya Bank. “Other modes of property tax payment do not accept cash. Residents can pay it in cash only at the bank counters,” said an official.
Tax collectors, e-seva centres and Corporation offices accept cheques and demand drafts. Residents have started complaining to officials that some of the eleven banks are not offering the service.

80% dip in walk-in payment of property tax


The walk-in payment facility for paying property tax through banks is losing popularity, reducing to less than one per cent of the total tax collected in the city. The number of assessees paying prope


People who go the extra mile without reward will be recognised in this year’s Pride In Bedfordshire awards.
Keens Shay Keens Ltd (KSK), an independent firm of chartered accountants with offices in Biggleswade, Bedford, Luton and Letchworth, are among the sponsors and will be supporting the category of Unsung Hero.
You can nominate someone for our Pride in Bedfordshire 2016 awards, launched this year in association with the Harpur Trust and Costa, supported by Quantum Print.
The Pride in Bedfordshire awards will be presented at Bedford Corn Exchange on Thursday, November 3, with guest Jon Moses, a finalist in ITV’s Superstar.
Charles Little opened the Bedford office of KSK in 1977.
He said: “We offer a complete business service for the widest range of client needs, combining the best of modern practice with quality personal attention. As a professional firm of advisors we are able to work with you on all aspects of your business. Our committed and approachable team of directors and staff will offer advice and support and will seek to develop a pro-active relationship where your needs can be assessed speedily and dealt with comprehensively.
“We also provide a personal tax advisory service under the direction of Rachael Mabbott who is being recognised locally for the quality work she provides.
“My firm have been directly involved with ‘Pride’ for many years now. There have been so many memorable quite touching moments in that time and I have been privileged to present well-earned awards to some amazing people.
“Why ‘Unsung Hero’? The category seems to attract some fantastic candidates who go about their work or caring for individuals in a quiet effective way. They may not be the ‘face’ of their enterprise but year on year they beaver away not necessarily expecting any external reward. This is why we sponsor the category.”
Full details of how to nominate someone for an award is at http://bedsprideawards.weebly.com
You can also email et.exhibitions@jpress.co.uk or call 01536 506123 for further details.
Please submit your nominations no later than October 5, 2016.
The categories are:
Excellence in Education/Apprenticeship: sponsored by Costa
This award is for an individual or group who has enriched their lives through a commitment to learning, maybe an adult who has returned to education and achieved excellence in their chosen field, or someone young or older who inspires others with their enthusiasm and love for learning.
Volunteer of the Year: sponsored by BPHA Ltd
For an individual or organisation who gives freely and unselfishly of his or her time to help others, go above and beyond their role, inspire and motivate others to volunteer and have made an impact.
Care in the Community: sponsored by Harpur Trust
This award recognises individuals who have shown incredible patience and understanding, often for many years, caring for and supporting a friend or loved one. This award recognises those who have cared for others without thought for themselves or any public recognition
Unsung Hero/Heroine: sponsored by Keens Shay Keens Ltd
This award recognises the achievements of individuals or groups that go out of their way for others or their community as a whole. From spreading good news to voluntary support, this award is for people who are not recognised for their years of commitment.
Raising the profile of the town: sponsored by Eagle Ale
This award is for someone who has actively promoted the town via press releases to local media. An individual or group who has worked towards making their area a safer or stronger community and promoted the positivity of the town outside the area.
Fundraiser of the Year: available to sponsor
This award is to recognise the achievements of the many people that raise money for others. Many of these people so often go without recognition.
Courage & Kindness: available to sponsor
This award recognises the courage and/or kindness that individuals have shown in their lives. Courage may be in the face of a difficult or challenging situation or in the face of personal adversity or suffering. Kindness is about care and concern for others and is reflected in attitudes and actions towards others; kindness inspires kindness and can lead to a cycle of happiness.
Young Achiever: available to sponsor
This award is for someone under 21 who has achieved great things in sport, represented their school, been involved in volunteer work, or achieved distinction in some other field. An individual who has gone above the expected and is setting new standards in a particular field.

Accountants to support our unsung heroes in Pride in Bedfordshire awards 2016


People who go the extra mile without reward will be recognised in this year’s Pride In Bedfordshire awards.


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Chapel Hill and local community events Wednesday, Aug. 31, through Saturday, Sept. 3.


Former Captain of the Super Eagles, Chief Joseph Yobo, has assured that the Joseph Yobo Foundation would work to release as many inmates of Ikoyi Prisons, especially those awaiting trial.
Yobo spoke at the inauguration of Ikoyi Prisons Football Academy on Saturday in Lagos.
“I have never been to the prisons before but on getting to Ikoyi Prisons, I realised the need to give hope to someone.
“The Joseph Yobo Foundation is ready to do everything within its means to grant bail to as many as possible that are awaiting trial, especially those in the facility’s football academy.
“I am happy with what is going on in this facility. I have never been here before but when I got here, what I saw jolted me,’’ he said.
“I thought I will see persons looking very sad, rushing to go out but rather, I saw them very happy, cheerful and looking very hopeful.
“I must indeed commend the authorities of the Nigerian Prisons Service because from what I have seen on ground, the service is in the right track.’’
Yobo said that it was in this light that his foundation would seek to secure the bail for some of the inmates, train them and support them in the academy.
“We in our little way will want to give back to the society by giving hope to our brothers here behind the bars and give them a second chance because no one is above mistake.
“Having stayed here for a while, I am convinced that they must have undergone a great deal of reformation and rehabilitation,’’ he said.
One of footballer inmates, who did not want his name mentioned, said he was looking forward to benefitting from the foundation.
He added that with his experience so far he would not disappoint those behind the initiative.
Joseph Yobo Foundation is collaborating with Sisters Cities Vocational/Rehabilitation Centre and the Nigerian Prisons Service in the latter’s football academy project, “Football Stars Behind Bars’’.
NAN reports that among the dignitaries that graced the event was a former Governor of Cross River, Donald Duke and his wife, Onari. (NAN)

Yobo promises to bail some awaiting trial inmates of Ikoyi Prisons


Associated Press Ohio Daybook for Tuesday, Aug. 30.
The daybook is for planning purposes only and is not intended for publication or broadcast. You should verify any event you plan to cover.
Please keep the AP in mind when news develops. The Columbus bureau is reachable at 614-885-2727. Send daybook items to [email protected]
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Tuesday, Aug. 30 8:30 AM Abercrombie & Fitch: Q2 2016 Earning conference call / Webcast
Location: TBD http://www.abercrombie.co.uk/anf/lifestyles/html/investorrelations.html https://twitter.com/Abercrombie
Contacts: Hampton Carney Paul Wilmot Communications [email protected] 1 212 206 7447
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Tuesday, Aug. 30 1:30 PM Akron Mayor Horrigan kicks off University of Akron 2016 football season – Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan kicks off University of Akron 2016 football season with press conference with Zips’ Director of Athletics Larry Williams and head coach Terry Bowden
Location: InfoCision Stadium, 373 E. Exchange Street, Akron, OH Akron www.akronohio.gov
Contacts: Christine R. Curry City of Akron [email protected] 1 330 375 2209
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Tuesday, Aug. 30 5:30 PM Candidate for Hamilton County Commissioner Denise Dreihaus speaks at event – Candidate for Hamilton County Commissioner Denise Dreihaus speaks at House Party hosted by Brian Garry and the Host Committee, discussing her ‘great plans for the future of Hamilton County’
Location: 128 Lafayette Lane, Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati http://www.denisedriehaus.com/ https://twitter.com/DeniseDriehaus
Contacts: Beverly Thomas MCR Marketing [email protected] Michael Ramundo MCR Marketing [email protected]
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Tuesday, Aug. 30 6:30 PM Ohio bicentennial farm recognized at Morrow County Fair – Ohio Department of Agriculture representatives and supporters of agriculture honor wetland family before the Morrow County Fair’s King and Queen Presentation. * The Swetland family has maintained their farm for 200 years
Location: Morrow County Fairgrounds, 195 South Main Street, Mt. Gilead, OH http://www.agri.ohio.gov/ https://twitter.com/OhioDeptofAg
Contacts: Ashley McDonald Ohio Department of Agriculture [email protected] 1 614 752 9817
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Tuesday, Aug. 30 6:30 PM AARP Ohio host ‘Take a Stand’ Cleveland field office opening – AARP Ohio host grand opening of the Cleveland field office for their ‘Take a Stand’ campaign, a national effort focused on ‘holding each presidential candidate accountable for a plan to address the future of Social Security and demands that the candidates share the specific details of their plan with voters throughout the entire campaign season’
Location: 14200 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH Lakewood http://www.aarp.org https://twitter.com/AARP
Contacts: Zach Bernstein AARP 1 917 637 0030
To RSVP, call 216.973.5966 or email [email protected]
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Tuesday, Aug. 30 Abercrombie & Fitch: Q2 2016 Results
Location: TBD http://www.abercrombie.co.uk/anf/lifestyles/html/investorrelations.html https://twitter.com/Abercrombie
Contacts: Hampton Carney Paul Wilmot Communications [email protected] 1 212 206 7447
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Tuesday, Aug. 30 The Wendy’s Company: Q3 2016 Ex-dividend date
Location: TBD http://www.aboutwendys.com/Investors/ https://twitter.com/Wendys
Contacts: David D. Poplar Wendy’s Investor Relations [email protected] 1 614 764 3311
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Wednesday, Aug. 31 8:00 AM Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority meeting – Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority meeting to consider acceptance of Federal Aviation Administration grant
Location: at One Maritime Plaza, Toledo, OH Toledo http://www.toledoportauthority.org/
Contacts: Connie Sobczak Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority [email protected]
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Wednesday, Aug. 31 9:00 AM Ohio Board of Building Standards Residential Construction Advisory Committee meeting
Location: Division of Industrial Compliance, 6606 Tussing Road, Training Room 3, Reynoldsburg, OH Reynoldsburg www.com.ohio.gov https://twitter.com/OhioCommerce
Contacts: Lindsey Burnworth Ohio Department of Commerce [email protected] 1 614 995 5791
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Wednesday, Aug. 31 4:00 PM Columbus City Councilmember Michael Stinziano holds Community Hours
Location: Panera Bread, 300 W. Lane Ave, Columbus, OH Columbus http://www.columbus.gov/ https://twitter.com/ColumbusCouncil
Contacts: Stephanie Megas City of Columbus 1 614 645 8311
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Wednesday, Aug. 31 Abercrombie & Fitch: Q3 2016 Ex-dividend date
Location: TBD http://www.abercrombie.co.uk/anf/lifestyles/html/investorrelations.html https://twitter.com/Abercrombie
Contacts: Thomas D. Lennox Abercrombie & Fitch corporate communications [email protected] 1 614 283 6751
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Wednesday, Aug. 31 Sleigh Bells begin North American tour in wake of Demi Lovato copyright lawsuit – Sleigh Bells begin North American tour * Band members Alexis Krauss and Derek Miller recently filed a complaint in California federal court alleging that Demi Lovato’s song ‘Stars’, taken from her fifth album ‘Confident’, contains similarities to their 2010 track ‘Infinity Guitars’ that ‘transcend the realm of coincidence’. The lawsuit names Lovato, UMG Recordings and producers Carl Falk and Rami Yacoub as defendants
Location: Beachland Ballroom & Tavern, 15711 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, OH Cleveland https://twitter.com/sleighbells
Contacts: Jen Appel Grandstand Media & Management [email protected]
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Wednesday, Aug. 31 Hillary Clinton addresses The American Legion National Convention – The American Legion National Convention continues, with today’s speakers including 2016 Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton * Republican nominee Donald Trump speaks tomorrow
Location: Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati www.legion.org https://twitter.com/AmericanLegion
Contacts: The American Legion press [email protected] 1 317 630 1253
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Thursday, Sep. 01 10:00 AM Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation annual Fallen Workers Memorial service – Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation annual Fallen Workers Memorial service, honoring the memory of those who lost their lives as a result of a workplace injury. Speakers include BWC’s Administrator and CEO Sarah Morrison
Location: William Green Bldg, 30 W. Spring St., Columbus, OH Columbus https://www.ohiobwc.com/ https://twitter.com/OhioBWC
Contacts: Melissa Vince BWC Media Relations Manager [email protected] 1 614 466 2956
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Thursday, Sep. 01 Bad Boy Family Reunion tour launches in Ohio – Bad Boy Family Reunion tour launches, featuring Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs aka Puff Daddy, Lil’ Kim, Mase, Faith Evans, Mario Winans, 112, Total, Carl Thomas, The Lox and French Montana * The tour was originally scheduled to kick off in August, however Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs needed more time to recover from shoulder surgery
Location: Schottenstein Center, Columbus, OH Columbus https://twitter.com/BadBoyEnt
Contacts: Michael Cohen PMK-BNC Public Relations [email protected]
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Thursday, Sep. 01 Donald Trump addresses The American Legion National Convention – The American Legion National Convention concludes, with today’s speakers including 2016 Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump
Location: Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati www.legion.org https://twitter.com/AmericanLegion
Contacts: The American Legion press [email protected] 1 317 630 1253
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Thursday, Sep. 01 Vice President Joe Biden campaigns for Hillary Clinton in Ohio – Vice President Joe Biden campaigns for 2016 Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton in the general election battleground state of Ohio. Agenda includes public events in the Mahoning Valley and the Cleveland area, where he ‘lays out the high stakes of November’s election’ and urges Ohians to support Clinton and ‘her vision for an America that is stronger together, with an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top’ * Clinton and Sen. Tim Kaine will face Republican Donald Trump and Indiana Governor Mike Pence in the 8 Nov election
Location: TBD www.hillaryclinton.com https://twitter.com/hillaryclinton
Contacts: Hillary for America press [email protected]
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Thursday, Sep. 01 AFLAC: Q3 2016 Dividend payment date
Location: TBD http://www.aflac.com/investors/default.aspx https://twitter.com/aflacduck
Contacts: Robin Wilkey AFLAC Corp Investor Relations [email protected] 1 706 596 3264
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Thursday, Sep. 01 FirstEnergy Corp: Q3 2016 Dividend payment date
Location: TBD http://investors.firstenergycorp.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=102230&p=irol-IRHome https://twitter.com/FirstEnergyCorp
Contacts: Irene M. Prezelj FirstEnergy Investor Relations [email protected] 1 330 384 3859
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Thursday, Sep. 01 JM Smucker Co: Q1 2017 Dividend payment date
Location: TBD http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=77952&p=irol-calendar
Contacts: Sonal P. Robinson J. M. Smucker Investor Relations 1 330 682 3000
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Thursday, Sep. 01 Kroger Co: Q2 2016 Dividend payment date
Location: TBD http://ir.kroger.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=106409&p=irol-calendar https://twitter.com/krogerco
Contacts: Carin Fike Kroger Co Investor Relations [email protected] 1 513 762 4969
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