AK Steel Helps with Emergency Relief in Haiti

On Tuesday, January 12, 2010, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake rocked the island of Haiti. The country was left devastated and the Haitian government has confirmed that over 150,000 people were killed. In the days and weeks that have followed, the United States government and citizens have donated time and money to help the victims. Ohio-based AK Steel has also made a substantial donation.

On January 22nd, in a press release, AK Steel announced that they would be donating $100,000, through their foundation, to help support the emergency relief efforts in Haiti. The money will go to both the American Red Cross and Doctors Without Borders. The company is also encouraging its 6,200 employees to donate, as well. If an employee chooses to donate, AK Steel will match the gift as part of the AK Steel Matching Gift Program.

"We share the concern of countless others for the safety and well-being of everyone in Haiti. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and families affected by this disaster," said James L. Wainscott, the AK Steel chairman, president and CEO.

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Ohio Energy & Climate Conference

The Ohio Liberty Council, together with the Dayton Tea Party, are inviting the public to the Ohio Energy and Climate Conference on Saturday, February 6, in Middletown. They say the public can learn the "truth about climate change."

The event will take place in the Dave Finkelman Auditorium at Miami University's Middletown Campus, from 1:00 PM to 5:00PM. Guests from the Heritage Foundation, Cato Institute, and the Institute for Energy Research will be on hand for discussion on a number of topics including, current and future policy, the science of climate change and energy sources, and practical applications of energy sources with a focus on nuclear energy.

These guests include Ben Lieberman, Senior Policy Analyst for the Heritage Foundation, Patrick Michaels, Senior Fellow in Environmental Studies at the Cato Institute, Mary Hutzler, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Energy Research, and William Tucker, author of Terrestrial Energy.

The event is sponsored by the Ohio Liberty Council’s Cincinnati Tea Party, Cincinnati 9/12 Project, and Dayton Tea Party. Only 750 tickets will be sold. They are $12 and can be purchased at American Junto. Because American Junto is a 501(c)(3) organization, tickets are tax deductible.

For more about the sponsors, you can visit their websites:
Ohio Liberty Council http://www.ohiolibertycouncil.org/
The Cincinnati Tea Party http://www.cincinnatiteaparty.org
The Cincinnati 9/12 Project http://www.cincinnati912project.com/
The Dayton Tea Party http://www.daytonohioteaparty.com

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February Fun in Southern Ohio

There is a lot to do in South and Central Ohio in the month of February. Whether you are looking for some family fun, an educational experience, or just a romantic day with your significant other, there's something for everyone!

Valentines by Candlelight (Ohio Village, Columbus, February 12-13) Enjoy what is one of the most romantic times of year with dinner for two at the Ohio Village and greeting at the American House Hotel by costumed interpreters. Before dinner, the Ohio Village singers will present a concert of historic love songs, including songs performed on the violin and hammered dulcimer, and humorous songs, as well as romantic poetry readings. You will also receive a handmade valentine. Call 614-297-3200 for more information. Reservations are not required, but are recommended.

United States Air Force Band of Flight: Hearts, Heroes, and Heritage Concert (National Museum of United States Air Force, Dayton, February 13) The United States Air Force Band of Flight presents a concert to celebrate three holidays at once: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Valentine's Day, and President's Day. Enjoy the patriotic music, along with a free tour of the museum. The concert is free but seating is first-come, first-served. The concert starts at 7:30 PM.

Sweethearts Hike at Ash Cave (Hocking Hills State Park, Logan, February 13) What better way to spend Valentine's than hiking with your sweetheart? Hold hands as you enjoy the beautiful landscape as dusk sets. The hike includes a stop at the famed Ash Cave, as well as refreshments and a cozy fire afterwards.

Appalachian Culture Fest (Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, February 13 - 14) Celebrate the unique Appalachian culture with skilled mountain crafters selling their handmade wares, traditional arts demonstrations, storytellers, bluegrass performances, and more! Learn about the music, folklore, crafts and other aspects of the Appalachian culture with hands-on experiences or purchase woodcrafts, jewelery and art to take home.

Maple Sugaring in the Hills (Hocking Hills State Park, Logan, February 13-14) Behind the Hocking Hills' Old Man's Cave Visitor's Center is the Naturalist Cabin which will be hosting this year's Maple Sugaring event. Watch the process of maple being extracted from the trees and boiled down to make syrup. Learn about how maple syrup is made and try a free sample before you go!

Central Ohio Home and Garden Show (Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, February 27 - March 7) This year's theme is "Art in Bloom" which is appropriate considering the event features full-size gardens! Enjoy over 400 exhibits, events, attractions, yards, and gardens, and tons of home decorating tips along with cooking demonstrations, workshops, and several celebrity appearances.

Fine Arts Fund Sampler Weekend (throughout Cincinnati, February 20-21) For the 24th year in a row, the Fine Arts Fund offers a weekend of over 100 free events. The take place throughout Cincinnati and most of them are at popular area attractions. Free admission or free events are available at the Taft Museum of Art, Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Opera, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra and more.

For more ideas on how you can have fun in South Ohio in February, visit DiscoverOhio.com!

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Monore Reinstates Membership in The Middletown Based Chamber

Last year, Monroe city council voted to leave the Middletown Based local area Chamber of Commerce which covers Monroe, Middletown and Trenton.

This week at the Monroe Council meeting, council voted to renew membership in The Chamber of Commerce.

This was considered in part due to the point that Bill Brock made that by being members, at least we have a seat at the table.

The Chamber of Commerce is headed by Bill Triick who serves as it's president. Also prominent staff members are Kathie Wassenich and Ann Banks. Their office is located at 1500 Centeral Avenue, Middletown, Ohio 45044.

For information on how you can become a member, contact Kathy at: 422-4551.

Indian Artifacts Found at Factory Site

According to the Associated Press, an interesting discovery was made recently at the future site of SunCoke Energy Inc.'s new plant. Several hundred Native American artifacts were found at the site and are thought to be thousands of years old.

SunCoke Energy, which is building the plant to help supply coke for AK Steel's Middletown Works, found a few artifacts and later hired an archaeological firm to excavate two areas. Among the findings were fragments from arrowheads, spearheads, and evidence of stone tool-making.

Experts say the artifacts probably date back to between 8000 B.C. and 1200 A.D. The items will most likely be given to the Cincinnati Museum Center.

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2010 Census Portrait of America Tour Comes to Middletown

The 2010 Census Portrait of America tour will be in Hamilton and Butler Counties this week. It will begin on Monday, at 7:00 AM, at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati. Displays will help people become familiar with the significance of the census form that should begin arriving in mailboxes in March. The tour will also be promoting jobs, according to even coordinator, Theresa Brundage, "We want to make sure people are hired to work in their own neighborhoods." Each location will offer testing to see if people qualify for a job.

Brundage says it's about, "political power and money." The census results determine the number of congressional seats in Ohio and how federal dollars will be distributed to states and communities.

NBC's "The Today Show" plans to broadcast live from the convention center and it has been described as a two hour "pep-rally." Speeches will be made by a number of local celebrities and dignitaries, including Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory and funk bassist Bootsy Collins.

Once the tour leaves the convention center, it will stop at Cincinnati State college on Monday afternoon before making three various stops in Butler County on Tuesday, January 4, 2010. The first event is at 9:00 AM at the Richard Allen III Academy in Hamilton. A fire truck will then escort the tour into Middletown around 1:50 P.M. The trailer will make a brief stop at the Area Senior Citizens Center on Central Avenue before heading to the Middletown Community Center on Lafayette Avenue. Exhibits open at 4:30 P.M. at the Community Center and 5:00 P.M, a parachutist will drop from an airplane into Douglas Park.

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