CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) -  A retired businessman who volunteers with police departments in Miami Township, Milford, Goshen and Loveland was recently honored for his work . 

Gene Bishop also volunteers with Crime Stoppers and Pro Seniors Ohio.  He donates his time performing tasks such as fundraising, speaking to the elderly about senior frauds, coordinating Shop with a Cop, and patrolling Miami Township as part of their Citizens on Patrol, and more. 

UNION TOWNSHIP, OH (FOX19) - In her popular book series about a fictional Texas town called Sultry Springs, author Macy Beckett combines romance, humor and small--town antics to create page--‐turning stories readers are falling in love with.

Beckett is a former middle school teacher and lived in 11 states before settling down in Clermont County with her husband and three children. She calls herself a "compulsive
over--‐reader."

"My appetite for books is insatiable," Beckett said. "While  I enjoy all genres of fiction, I'm always drawn to romantic plots. There's no substitute for a happy ending, and let's face it: I'm in love with love!"

BATAVIA, OH (FOX19) - A free community event is being held for Clermont County families at the YMCA.

YMCA's Healthy Kids Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 27 from 10am  - 12pm in order to get kids moving and learning, and families living healthier.

Healthy Kids Day is the Y’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of families and to help them get a jump on creating a healthier summer. Clermont Family YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day will feature fun active play and educational activities that will inspire kids to carry a spirit of excitement and exploration throughout their summer, including gardening, library activities, and other low cost family friendly options for the summer.

YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day takes place at Clermont Family YMCA, 2075 James Sauls Sr. Drive in  Batavia. For more information, call (513)724-9622 or visit myy.org.