Dawn Shumaker “I would really like for people to know that we’re there and that they don’t have to be at the hospital for some reason… They can just come in and shop if they need a gift for somebody.. I want it to be more of a destination shopping place,” said Dawn Shumaker, Gift Shop Manager at Clinton Memorial Hospital (CMH), located at 610 West Main Street in Wilmington. The CMH gift shop started as a small shop with basic items like flowers, balloons, cards, medicine, and phone chargers. In recent years, they have expanded their inventory and now carry apparel, accessories, candles, children’s toys, seasonal items, and more. The shop also has snacks and coffee. In addition to these items, Dawn mentioned that the gift shop carries stamps and other essential items for staff members at the hospital, ensuring that they can purchase everyday items despite their long shifts that contradict with post office hours. Dawn also mentioned that when choosing the items to feature in the gift shop, she follows current shopping trends. She mentioned specific brands such as Myra bags, Main Street earrings, Swan Creek Candles, Candleberry Candles, and Simply Southern apparel. The CMH gift shop also has monthly “special sales” with outside vendors. Recently, they hosted a special sale with Nothing Bundt Cakes.  In addition to the items sold at the gift shop, the staff also provides emotional support to those in need during a tough time. Dawn mentioned that the staff are trained to be sensitive to people’s emotions and often provide individuals entering the gift shop with a listening ear when they are experiencing a tough time. She also noted that the gift shop has a “relaxing, upbeat atmosphere,” as they play music and ensure it “always smells good.” In addition to their caring demeanor, the gift shop is also partially operated by hospital volunteers that are “valuable asset[s]” to their daily operations, according to Dawn. The CMH gift shop hours are Monday through Friday from 10am to 4pm. Individuals can visit the shop in person or place an order over the phone. Learn more about the gift shop or place an order by calling (937) 283-9722.

Ohio Living Cape May WILMINGTON, Ohio (Feb. 24, 2025) – Ohio Living Cape May is proud to announce it has been honored as a Best of Senior Living 2025 award winner for the fifth consecutive year by A Place for Mom, the leading online platform that helps enable families to make confident senior care decisions for their loved ones. The Best of Senior Living awards represent the highest-rated senior living communities and in-home care providers across the U.S. and Canada who stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors based on reviews submitted by residents and their families. “Finding the right senior care is a huge life decision, and we know how important gathering input and reviews from a trusted platform are to families in this process,” said Chief Community Relations Officer at A Place for Mom, Margaret Cabell. "We've amassed nearly half a million reviews on aplaceformom.com, including over 58,000 gathered in the last year alone. These first-hand experiences from seniors and their loved ones offer invaluable insights on the areas that matter most to families, such as quality of care, staff satisfaction, and costs." To learn more about A Place for Mom’s 2025 Best of Senior Living Award winners, visit aplaceformom.com/awards . About Ohio Living Cape May Ohio Living Cape May, established in 1998, is a life plan community for people 55 or older. Ohio Living Cape May’s campus includes apartment and villa living, short-term rehabilitation, assisted living, and long-term care. Located at 175 Cape May Drive in Wilmington, OH, Ohio Living Cape May employs 124 professionals. It is part of Ohio Living, the largest and most experienced not-for-profit provider of life plan communities and services in Ohio. More information is available at www.ohioliving.org. Article Submitted by Ohio Living Cape May

1. Tell us about yourself. What is your background? Born and raised in Greenfield, Ohio Graduated from Greenfield McClain High School Received Undergraduate degree from Wilmington College (where he was a three-time national qualifier in wrestling) Received Masters degree from Ashland University "Unorthodox path to the superintendent position" Worked for the State Auditor's office, was a school treasurer, then Superintendent. Married to wife, Robin, for 38 years Has 4 children and 9 grandchildren Owns and runs a hops farm in Highland County 2. What led you to pursue a career in education? "I became a Treasurer/CFO to run my own accounting office. Quickly realized I enjoy the program management and staff relations side of school operations. Felt I could make a bigger impact in the lives of children by working as a Superintendent. I earned my Masters in Educational Leadership to become a Superintendent." 3. What drew you to Wilmington City School District? "Wilmington CSD was always known as one of the larger districts in Southern Ohio which had been through cycles of excellence academically and athletically but had also had its struggles. When Mr. Brady announced he was retiring, I was excited to offer my name up to the search organization as an interim candidate. Wilmington is also a short drive from my home, a drive I had made for many years while attending Wilmington College." 4. What are your key priorities for the district in the upcoming months and over the next two years? "Improved communication, improved student attendance, district financial stability, development of a clear strategic plan for the district, improved student behavior... Those are my top five priorities for the district. Our Strategic Plan is under development now with our planning committee made up of staff, board members, and community members." 5. What do you believe is the most important role of a superintendent? "The safety of the students and staff is the number one priority for any superintendent. With that said, the most important role to me is to be the Chief Listening Officer. Staff, students, parents, and community members need to feel comfortable talking to the superintendent about concerns. It is my role to listen and to act on those concerns when I can and to develop a trust that endures the times when I cannot." 6. How do you plan to engage with the community, including parents and local organizations? "Meeting with local officials and attending local events, like the C4 events, are crucial to building relationships. However, the daily phone calls from parents must be answered, talking to staff in the buildings, and attending school events are all very important as well. We will utilize social media to share helpful information about the school and to recognize students and staff. We will not engage in conversation with the community via social media, as it is not a positive atmosphere to discuss important issues. We are currently working with the City of Wilmington, Clinton OMJ, Clinton Family and Children First Council, Wilmington College, Clinton County Resource Center, Mission 1, Clinton Chamber of Commerce, and many other organizations on several initiatives, such as before and after school care programming." 7. How do you plan to address ongoing challenges (bussing, communication, etc)? "Challenges to our services like bussing, food services and academic services will always be prevalent but they are challenges within our control. We will address them head on and develop plans to alleviate issues we are having. Example, we recently implemented a bus drive incentive program to recruit more drivers. We now have 3 drivers in the process of gaining their CDL. It does take time though to get them through the process. Communication is always a challenge as our audience's attention span is divided among so many different information outlets. It is difficult at times to break your message through the chatter. Consistent messaging will be our focus moving forward highlighting the many accomplishments of our students and staff." 8. What is the end goal with the Strategic Planning Committee? Will there be follow-up with parents and the community that the district is continuing to strive for those goals? Who will oversee that? " Our goal is to develop a plan that will outline goals, strategies, actions steps, and assignment of those responsible for making sure steps are completed.  This will be a multi-year plan that will outlast Board members and Superintendents so we have consistency in our action through times of turnover.  A community Dashboard will be available to allow stakeholders the ability to monitor progress toward meeting the plan goals." 9. What do you see as the biggest challenge facing the district right now? What do you see as the biggest success of the district? "Wilmington City Schools is an amazing school district that has taken several reputational shots over the past few years. I have heard the stories of litter boxes and lunch lady problems, lack of student discipline and various other stories that were not true but are still believed by many in our community.  We have many challenges right now but making sure our parents and students grades k-12 appreciate the value of their education by attending every day. Our low attendance rates are a key factor holding us back from reaching the academic goals of the district." "Wilmington CSD is a district filled with caring staff, students that are proud to be a Hurricane, an accepting environment of all our students, and discipline issued with measured thought and response. It is my hope that our community  will be proud when they say Wilmington, home of the Hurricane!" 10. What message would you like to share with students, parents, and staff as you continue your tenure as superintendent? "We are here to support your child’s educational journey. No matter what career your child may choose, we want our schools to help them on that path." 11. How can the community best support you and the district? " Participate! Come to Board meetings (last Monday of the Month). Attend plays and ball games. Respond to surveys (we need your feedback). Call if you have questions or concerns (social media posts are just screams in the wind). Believe in your school as  strongly as we believe in your children?"

Ohio Living Cape May Residents Crafting Valentine's Day Candy Jars In 2024, Ohio Living Cape May celebrated a year of many accomplishments. Their senior living and care were recognized with several awards by notable organizations.  Cape May had the best census in all of the Ohio Living communities for the 2024 fiscal year. They have been ranked ‘Best of Senior Living’ for four years in a row by A Place for Mom. Cape May also received a five-star rating for their skilled nursing unit by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. They were also recognized as a ‘Best Nursing Home’ by U.S. News and World Report.  In addition to this, Cape May completed renovations in 2024. They remodeled the third floor and replaced the roof on their central independent living facility. In 2024, Cape May hosted many notable guests. Tim Goldrainer, lead singer of  ‘The Menus’, performed for residents. Cape May also hosted Jim Serger, Mr. Redlegs, and Marty Brennaman, in addition to local leaders such as Clinton County Foundation Executive Director Alison Belfrage, Grief Recovery Specialist Renee Quallen, Wilmington College President Corey Cockerill, and Board of Elections Director Andrea Tacoronte. Of the 138 total units at Cape May, there are 84 independent living units, 31 assisted living units, and 23 skilled nursing units. The senior living community has roughly 120 employees. Tom Dreyer, Director of Business Development, noted that the trends in care at Cape May are seeing individuals move into senior living homes earlier in age. Tom stated, “I think COVID put a scare into a lot of people and made them think about their future, but then also the local housing market has been so incredibly strong that people are able to get top dollar for their homes without needing to pay that here.”   Cape May also plans to enhance their memory care unit, as there is no comprehensive memory care center in Clinton County. They plan to focus on fundraising in 2025. To learn more about Cape May, or donate to the memory fund, visit ohioliving.org .

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting at Wilmington High School Wilmington City Schools (WCS) plans to focus on three main goals for 2025: Strategic Planning, their Ohio Improvement Plan, and a new career readiness program.  Strategic Planning:  According to Superintendent Tim Dettwiller, WCS “hasn’t participated in strategic planning in over 20 years.” However, since November 2024, over 30 community members, made up of parents, business owners, and future parents, have had multiple meetings with a consultant. They discussed student behavior challenges, parent and community involvement, the community’s perception of the schools, and the creation of a new mission statement. They also received input from high school students and Pupil Services Director Natalie Harmeling.  Ohio Improvement Plan: WCS plans to fulfill its Ohio Improvement Plan in 2025. The three focus areas are student attendance, student behavior, and academic improvements. In the 22–23 school year, 29.7 percent of WCS students were considered “chronically absent.” By the 25–26 school year, the district plans to decrease the number by eight percent.  The district also plans to decrease the number of reported behavior incidents by ten percent over a two-year period. WCS also plans to improve student scores in English Language Arts and Math. Their goal is to improve the overall score for K-12 students by 10 percent in both subjects by June of 2026.  Wilmington Future Ready:  The career readiness program will provide all high school students with work experience. Those experiences could be job shadowing, an internship, a paid work experience, or more. The district hired Stephanie Butler, former Director of Marketing and Communications at Clinton Memorial Hospital, to serve as their Career Coach. “Stephanie’s focus is to connect our high school students to the work world through unique work experience opportunities. Look for a WCSD student working with you in the near future,” stated Dettwiller.  Learn more about WCS at wilmingtoncityschools.com

Great Oaks Board of Directors Great Oaks Board of Directors (continued) WILMINGTON, OH (Jan. 8, 2025) — The Great Oaks Career Campuses Board of Directors held its annual reorganization meeting on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The Board elected JB Stamper ( Wilmington City Schools) as the new Chair and Sandy Harrod ( Hamilton County Educational Service Center) as Vice Chair. Ron Friend (Fairfield Local) was appointed as parliamentarian to the board.  Mary Cleveland (Princeton City Schools) appointed as the legislative liaison to the Ohio Schools Board Association (OSBA). Terry Gibson (Lockland School District) was appointed the liaison for Association for the Career and Technical Education (ACTE) .  The Board of Directors also set monthly meeting dates for 2025. Meeting dates, times and locations will be posted on the district’s website, greatoaks.com .   Great Oaks is the largest career and technical education district in Ohio and one of the largest in the nation. There are 36 affiliate school districts that cover 2,200 square miles of southwestern Ohio, with approximately 3,000 juniors and seniors at four campuses, studying in over 30 programs. Additionally, Great Oaks serves over 18,000 middle school and secondary students through satellite programs in districts throughout the region. There are also over 13,000 adult learners training in a wide range of fields.    Article Submitted by Great Oaks Career Campuses

Gabe Drake and Ruth Brindle In October of 2023, the Clinton County Port Authority (CCPA) acquired the former Masonic Lodge as a result of the Wilmington DRIVE program.  The DRIVE program intends to revitalize Wilmington’s historic downtown to encourage the economic and social development of the city. The DRIVE program, managed by the CCPA, received funds from the City of Wilmington, the Clinton County Board of Commissioners, and the Community Improvement Corporation of Wilmington.  The inspiration to create the program came after “terrifying wake-up call[s]” in New Vienna and Blanchester, where both towns lost historic buildings less than two years apart according to Ruth Brindle, Workforce and Data Specialist at the CCPA. “Think about the atmosphere of your downtown and how much losing those historic structures changes the whole vibe… if you think about the places that people love to go and visit and travel to they are places that have a feel”, said Ruth. She emphasized that the city and county could either invest tax dollars in the stabilization of the historic buildings or pay for the cleanup if they fall apart. The Masonic Lodge was constructed in 1911 and dedicated in 1913. According to Ruth, the lodge was designed to serve as a mixed-use building, featuring the Masonic Temple and commercial space, intended to provide income for the Masonic society’s use. The first floor featured retail and commercial space, once hosting Books ‘N’ More and Jen’s Deli. The second floor contained the Masonic Hall and individual office suites for rent. She continued on to explain that the Masonic Lodge is currently the focus of the DRIVE program because of the long timeline of the project. According to Ruth, the CCPA hopes that when the Masonic Lodge stabilization is completed, the funds from the building’s sale will replenish the DRIVE funds for further revitalization.  Ruth addressed criticism that the DRIVE program should assist small businesses rather than large projects. She acknowledged that there are preexisting programs and grants to help small businesses. However, Ruth stated, “...what doesn’t exist is a big enough pot of money to buy a physical piece of property to keep it in productive use in a kind of historic downtown setting.” Blue Sky Construction Management began its involvement with the project through dialogue with the CCPA. They began with a contract that required ten walk-through visits a month and have now progressed to only need one visit a month. According to Gabe Drake, President of Blue Sky Construction Management, the project is expected to take three years “on the short side.” During the first few months of the project, they focused on “deferred maintenance”, structural stability, and the security of the building by patching floor holes, securing windows, and patching entry points for cats and rodents. They updated the stair lift to remain current with Americans with Disabilities Act certifications. Blue Sky also worked on the boiler room, roof and brick structure, electric systems, and plumbing. They stabilized the structurally unsafe 1900s sidewalk and filled in underground space to meet current standards. “You want to honor the past while enabling a great future,” stated Gabe, about the project, emphasizing the goal to restore the building to its best function while minimizing the cost. The CCPA also received a grant from JobsOhio to fund a study to analyze if Clinton County is a good location for a “rural Incubation Hub.” The study began in January and will help determine potential uses for the Masonic Lodge. Wilmington College has partnered with the CCPA to build a focus group. Upon its completion, a favorable result would likely draw developers to Wilmington to further restore the building.  Although there are many ideas for the future use of the building, there are currently no definitive plans. The two did mention that the building is for sale at any point and the DRIVE would entertain offers. Listen to the full story of the Masonic Lodge stabilization project on episode 65 of The Real Change Podcast. Learn more about the CCPA at chooseclintoncountyoh.org .

At the February 3rd, 2025 3M Club meeting, Judge Tim Rudduck spoke about what led him to his 40-year career as a judge. For a project in high school, Rudduck chose to interview a local attorney, Fred Buckley. This inspired him to attend Miami University, where he majored in Political Science with the intention of attending law school after obtaining his undergraduate degree. However, Rudduck was selected for the draft in the late 1960s. He was stationed throughout the United States, where he was trained to be a military police officer. After serving as a guard of a nuclear weapons facility in Savanna, Illinois, Rudduck was given an early out to attend law school. He attended Ohio State University and obtained his law degree in 1976. Although not in his original plan, Judge Rudduck credits his time in the military with meeting his wife, which he described as love at first sight.  After marrying his wife in 1976, Rudduck got his first job with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office as the Assistant Attorney General. Upon living near Columbus for a few years, he received a call from Bill Peelle, a local attorney and friend. Peele proposed that Rudduck move back to Clinton County and partner with Peele in private practice law, which Rudduck accepted.  In 1984, Rudduck received a call from the Clerk of Courts, who informed him that the sitting judge was retiring and planned to appoint Rudduck as the acting judge. He completed the former judge’s term and was then elected shortly after. Up until his retirement in 2024, Rudduck did not leave the bench after that appointment. During his tenure as a judge in Clinton County, Rudduck started the “drug court” after he studied addiction and learned that it was a brain disease. Rudduck stressed the importance of justice, consistency, and mercy on the bench. He even noted that he encouraged Judge Rocky Coss in Highland County to start a “drug court.” Rudduck sees the “drug court” in Clinton County continuing under the new judge, Andrew McCoy. Rudduck also mentioned that the “drug court” had 64 total graduates in 14 graduations of the two-year program. Former Clinton County Court of Common Pleas Judge Tim Rudduck

Jean Morgan, Corporate Manager of Memory Care, giving a presentation on memory care in October 2024. WILMINGTON, OH (Jan. 31, 2025) - A first-of-its-kind memory care center in Clinton County has received a generous donation through the Ohio Living Foundation toward its development. The anonymous donors, who have provided underwriting support, are lifelong locals who see a critical need for memory care services in the community. The new Memory Care Center of Excellence at Ohio Living Cape May will house 21 assisted living-style rooms, along with a dedicated courtyard for memory care residents. The Hearthstone Institute’s “I’m Still Here” philosophy and approach, which focuses on creating hope through meaningful engagement utilizing programs and resources designed specifically for those living with dementia, will be implemented at the new center. As part of the “I’m Still Here” certification process, employees will receive extensive education and training in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, the different stages of dementia, communication techniques and life enrichment. “As Ohioans age, a growing number will face memory impairment and loss, and Ohio Living is committed to providing best-in-class memory care services across all levels of living,” said Barb Lyon, chief development officer, Ohio Living Foundation. “Donors have enabled the expansion of our memory care program, and we are exceedingly grateful for their generous support.” The Clinton County Community Foundation has also generously participated in making the Memory Care Center of Excellence a reality, through a gift focused on this employee education and training. Funding for this project is ongoing. To support the new Memory Care Center of Excellence at Ohio Living Cape May, contact Ohio Living Gift Planner, Paula Brock, at 513.235.6974 or Pbrock@ohioliving.org. About Ohio Living Now celebrating a century of growth, Ohio Living is one of the largest and most experienced not-for-profit, multi-site senior living organizations. With 11 life plan communities (including independent living, assisted living, skilled rehabilitation, memory care and long-term nursing), Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice, and Palliative Medicine, our total service area covers over 10 million Ohioans wherever they call home. Additional service lines include provider-owned physician and nurse practitioner services, a Medicare Advantage plan, and pharmacy services. Ohio Living Foundation raises several million dollars annually to support charity care, special programs, capital expansion, and endowment. Article Submitted by Ohio Living Cape May

Ruth Brindle, Dustin Pearce, and Gabe Drake Ruth Brindle with Clinton County Port Authority and Gabe Drake with Blue Sky Construction Management join the podcast to share about the creation on the ‘Wilmington DRIVE Program’ after historic buildings collapsed in both Blanchester and New Vienna. The Port Authority is overseeing the funds, and contracting Blue Sky to stabilize the old Masonic Lodge building on Main Street. There is also a study happening with grant funds from JobsOhio in partnership with Wilmington College to see if a “coworking space” is feasible, however the Port Authority is open to other offers that will contribute to the building’s highest and best use. Listen to episode 65 of the Real Change Wilmington Podcast, ' Port Authority Helps Stabilize the Masonic Lodge ' with Ruth Brindle & Gabe Drake , on your favorite podcast player below: 🍎 Apple: bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🟢 Spotify: bit.ly/rcwp-spotify 🎥 YouTube: bit.ly/rcwp-youtube 😎 Website: bit.ly/rcwp-website

Left to Right: Paul Jellison & Dustin Pearce Paul Jellison with Wilmington’s NEW local radio station (WIOH 95.9 FM) joins the podcast to share about his experience in broadcasting and passion for helping give local communities a voice. Listen to episode 64 of the Real Change Wilmington Podcast, '064: Tuning Into Wilmington’s New Local Radio Station WIOH 95.9 FM' with Paul Jellison, on your favorite podcast player below: 🍎 Apple: bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🟢 Spotify: bit.ly/rcwp-spotify 🎥 YouTube: bit.ly/rcwp-youtube 😎 Website: bit.ly/rcwp-website

The Clinton County Community Champions (C4) Awards began in 2020 to honor service and leadership during the pandemic. The event began as a virtual ceremony and has since expanded to be held at the Murphy Theatre. This year, there were 119 nominations for 75 individuals in 7 categories. The winners are chosen based on their commitment to community through a special project or ongoing activities, unselfish leadership and service to others, and an inspiration to others. They are selected by a panel of judges from the Board of the Chamber of Commerce and the Board of the Convention and Visitors Bureau.  Kevin Curry Kevin Curry, Horizon Ag Systems LLC Nominated for: Business Nominated by: Anonymous Kevin’s nominator(s) stated: “Kevin Curry founded Horizon Ag Systems, LLC in 2014 for grain storage, handling, and  drying equipment, and he remains loyal to growing the business in Clinton County while providing support and solutions to farmers in all surrounding counties…Kevin, even as Owner, does all the custom engineering and installations to ensure seamless integration and prevent costly and timely mistakes during construction…What also sets Kevin apart is his care for the customers!  Kevin builds strong relationships with his customers [and is dedicated] to farm safety…He’s passionate in training farmers and sponsoring grain bin rescue equipment for local responders.  Kevin’s unwavering support also applies to his employees... In the past, Kevin has also been a mentor through Wilmington High School and other local programs to serve as a local role model.  Kevin’s success with Horizon Ag Systems, LLC allowed him to start ANOTHER company – TopFlight, a manufacturing facility for the new auger design and associated catalog of parts.  Kevin is committed to growing his businesses here in the local community.  His creativity, care, dedication, and service knows no bounds.” Kris Gundler Kris Gundler, Barr Pharmacy Nominated for: Business, Healthcare Nominated by: Anonymous Kris’s nominator(s) stated: “Kris is the face of Barr Pharmacy in Blanchester. Since opening they have done a fantastic job of providing pharmacy needs for our little town. I think a big reason for this is because of Kris. She's happy and always willing to take a few minutes to chat about pharmacy questions or just to check in on how people are doing. I think her attitude is infectious (in a good way) because all the staff have that same attitude. I used to dread sitting in my car at the other pharmacy - waiting for grouchy employees to dig around and eventually provide service. At Barr, I take my pup in to say hi and look forward to when my scripts are renewed because I get to see everyone. They know me by name and always smile and laugh.” Tim Allen, ATSG Associate General Counsel, accepted on behalf of Mike Berger. Mike Berger, Air Transport Services Group Nominated for: Business       Nominated by: Kym Parks, Air Transport Services Group Mike’s nominator(s) stated: “…A true visionary, Mike has not only steered ATSG to unprecedented growth and global leadership in the air cargo and aviation industries but has also cultivated an inclusive, collaborative culture that positively impacts the Wilmington community. One of Mike’s most impactful initiatives is the "Walk and Talk with Mike" program. This unique approach allows employees to connect with Mike directly as he walks with them through operations at the Wilmington Air Park [and] creates an open and approachable atmosphere, encouraging candid conversations about their roles, concerns, and ideas…Under Mike’s leadership, ATSG has continued to deliver exceptional service across its global network…, [while] locally, Mike’s efforts have further cemented ATSG’s role as a cornerstone of the Wilmington community…He has been a driving force behind the ATSG Charitable Foundation, overseeing initiatives that benefit numerous local organizations… including Free Scholastic Book Fairs for Putman Elementary, the Clinton County Veterans Memorial, Box 14 First Responder Support Unit, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, and Honor Flight Tri-State. His tireless efforts exemplify his belief in giving back to the community and ensuring ATSG remains a steadfast community partner… His leadership has fostered a culture of civic engagement, with ATSG employees enthusiastically participating in volunteer efforts and community events...Mike’s dedication to Wilmington and its residents is a testament to his commitment to ensuring the company’s success benefits everyone it touches…” Josh and Terri Schlabach, Owners of Wheelies on Mulberry Wheelies on Mulberry Nominated for: Business, Citizen               Nominated by: Bruce Saunders, Clinton Co. Trails Coalition/Cycling  Without Age  Wheelies ’s nominator(s) stated: “The Schlabach family invested in a bike shop/restaurant, named Wheelies on Mulberry and Trail Haus, in the Sugartree area. These businesses have revived the trail users in Clinton County  [and] our trail counters report largely increased numbers of people getting outdoors on the trails for walking, running and biking…Terri and Josh have [also] established a Cycling Without Age program in conjunction with Clinton County Trails Coalition, HealthFirst of Clinton County, and the Nation Rails to Trails Coalition. The Wilmington Chapter of Cycling Without Age now possess 2 Tri-Shaw bikes that can carry four disabled or elderly passengers at a time and give them the trail riding experience that they didn’t think would come their way again. Wheelies trains the volunteer pilots, schedules volunteer pilots with riders, and stores and maintains the Tri-Shaws in the Wheelies shop. The rides are free for handicapped or elderly persons, [as well as] disabled children…” Zo Kerns Zo Kerns, Impressions Salon Nominated for: Business Nominated by: Nancy Roszell Zo’s nominator(s) stated: “Because of Zo, ‘Impressions’ is far more than a long-established salon [and] I have been privileged to witness the power of miracles bestowed on others…Two teenaged girls tearfully stumbled into the salon with no appointment but with a badly-botched do-it-yourself cut-and-color attempt…Zo calmed them down with grace and humor, fixed what she could of the hair disaster, and then would not take any payment at all for her services…Elderly and infirm clients without transportation have been the recipients of Zo’s personal transportation services to her salon [and] Zo has been known to visit homebound clients…And here is the story that still makes me weep: One afternoon a middle-aged man and a very young teenaged girl entered the salon without an appointment.  The girl was not making eye contact or speaking, but the man wanted a drastic cut and color change makeover for the girl.  Having just completed human trafficking training for salon owners, Zo picked up on several red flags.  She was able to take the girl to a changing room to ask her if she needed help.  Yes!  Zo made the phone call.  So you can go to Zo at ‘Impressions’ if you need a haircut.  Or if your elderly mom needs a haircut in her kitchen at home.  Or if a young girl being trafficked up the interstate corridor needs her life saved. And then she will pray for you!”