CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) - Since 1928, thousands of youth from throughout the region and around the world come to the beautiful, sprawling, park-like setting of YMCA Camp Ernst where they strengthen their skills and make diverse friendships in an environment that stresses positive character values.  This summer, on their way to check-in, campers will see an all new Welcome and Health Center under construction. Funded with a lead gift from the Schiff Foundation, the new Center is part of the first phase of what is the camp’s first major multi-million dollar renovation since the 1970s.

BATAVIA, OH (FOX19) - The Clermont County Republican Central Committee has appointed New Richmond businessman David Uible to fill a vacancy on the Board of Clermont County Commissioners.  He replaces Commissioner Archie Wilson, who resigned from the position earlier this year.  The committee selected Uible from a field of 10 candidates during a meeting on Wed., March 14.  “I am humbled and pleased to have been selected for the position,” said Uible.  “I look forward to learning the process of how the county operates.  My first objective will be to work on getting the budget under control; we cannot continue deficit spending.”

BATAVIA, OH (FOX19) - Funeral arrangements have now been made for longtime Moscow, Ohio councilwoman Carol Forste.  The 64-year-old was killed when her home was hit by a tornado that moved through the Clermont County village on Friday.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2012, from 11 a.m. until noon at the E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, located at 200 Western Avenue in New Richmond.  Services will follow the visitation.

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