CAMP SPRINGS NOTES

 

Wintry Weather Snarls Traffic

(Posted 1/2/12)

Motorists spent hours waiting in traffic Monday due to nasty conditions caused by winter's first blast of the new year. Sources reported several local road closures including parts of Four Mile, Poplar Ridge and the AA Highway.

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CSI Briefs

(Posted 12/30/2011)

- Nominations for officers will be accepted at the January 23 meeting of the Camp Springs Initiative scheduled for 7pm at the Camp Springs Vineyard/Winery. If winter weather should cause a cancellation, nominations will be accepted at the next meeting.

- Carolyn Allender is taking orders for Camp Springs shirts. Profits will assist with legal fees incurred with the forced sewer main issue. Long sleeve shirts: $20. Some short sleeves shirts are available now for $10. Please contact Carolyn at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more details.

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Fire District Reports Over 640 Runs in 2011

(Posted 12/27/2011)

Through November, Campbell County Fire District #1 has reported 646 runs thus far in 2011. Click here for a monthly breakdown of the fire/ems statistics for the year. CCFD #1 has stations in Silver Grove, California and Camp Springs. We wish all a safe 2012.

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"For today in the city of David a savior has been born for you who is Christ the Lord."

LUKE 2:11

- Nativity scene from St. Joseph Church in Camp Springs

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O Come All Ye Faithful

(Posted 12/24/2011)

St. Joseph's parishioner Chris Bezold (above) was one of many folks on the decorating team last night at the church on the hill. The team was preparing the church for the upcoming Christmas festivities. Masses are scheduled for tonight at 5pm, midnight and 10am tomorrow.

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Oh Christmas Tree

(Posted 12/22/2011)

Truly one of the most unique holiday sights in Camp Springs is this decorated and customized tree (pictured right). This display is now considered a tradition and can be found on Four Mile near the old Camp Springs Grocery.

 

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Bah humbug!

(Photo Courtesy Lisa Roetting 12/21/2011)

Students from St. Joseph's School in Camp Springs performed their version of "A Christmas Carol" on Tuesday night in the school cafeteria. Dozens of parents, grandparents and other members of the community were on hand to enjoy this rendition of the classic from Charles Dickens. (Pictured above: Taylor Young as Ebenezer Scrooge and Keith Thomas as Bob Crachit.). Click here to watch a video of the performance.

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Caroler Alert! (Part Two)

(Posted 12/20/2011)

Here's yet another festive holiday scene located on Four Mile near the old Camp Springs Grocery.

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Caroler Alert!

(Posted 12/18/2011)

Members of the Camps Springs Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary shared their vocal talent on Sunday as they made their rounds Christmas caroling. Pictured above (left to right) Delores See, DeeDee Schubert, Mary Ann Seibert, Donna Kremer, Margie See and Charlene Beck. The group visited 9 auxiliary and/or fire department members including Bob Schack (pictured right).

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Christmas Barn

(Posted 12/15/2011)

Travelers of Reitman Road are able to enjoy this beautifully decorated barn. 

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Please share your Camp Springs info with us.

(Posted 12/1/11)

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Holiday Lights

(Posted 12/14/2011 by Joe Zink)

One of the famous Camp Springs' stonehouses "Blau's Four Mile House" on Four Mile Pike is decorated and lit up for the Christmas season.

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Christmas Tree Roots

(Posted 12/10/2011 by Joe Zink)

The Saturday afternoon crew at Hilltop Pines included three generations of the family owned and operated Christmas Tree business. (From left to right-back row: Rob Elam, Tom Ritter, Craig Elam, Joey Ritter and front row-William Ritter). Hilltop Pines is located on Ky. 1997 (Stonehouse Road) in Camp Springs. Their hours are: 2:30pm - dark Monday-Friday and 9am - dark Saturday-Sunday.

For more information call (513) 673-8415 or (859) 512-2749.  

Driving Directions: Take Ky. 8 east to Silver Grove, turn right on Ky. 547 south, then left on Ky. 1997. Farm is on the left. Or, take AA Highway east to Ky. 547 exit. Turn right off exit on Ky. 547 for one mile. Turn right on Ky. 1997 and follow the signs.

 

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Around Town . . .

(Posted 12/9/2011 by Joe Zink)

Patrons of the Camp Springs Tavern celebrated the holidays Friday night by participating in the "Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest". Finalists Joe Zink and Kim Harden (pictured right), anxiously awaited the judges' decision.

 

 

 

 

 

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Smiley Face Santa

(Posted 12/8/2011 by Joe Zink)

The one and only "Smiley Face" recently received a festive make-over just in time for the holidays. He can be spotted on Four Mile (on the left) as you travel towards the AA Highway.

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Flurries are in the Air!

(Posted 12/7/11 by Joe Zink)

The first unofficial "snowfall" in Camp Springs occurred this morning. Flurries were captured here in this photo taken on Four Mile near Stonehouse.

 

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2011 Herbst Tour Wrap-up: 6th annual set for October 21, 2012

 (Posted 12/5/11 by Don Wiedeman)

“A Perfect Day”

“We truly were blessed with such a great day!” This sums up the success of the fifth annual Camp Springs Herbst Tour on October 16th. Visitors “from near and far” enjoyed the serene countryside
as they toured the 21 stops on the free self guided auto tour.

Herbst tour is a very special event. Thanks to all who participated in sharing with others, children
and adults, with lifelong memories of this very special place we call home. Know that many visitors
experienced a memorable day in the country.

There was much to do and see. Adults sipped wine, toured vintage stonehouses and traced their
roots at church records and cemeteries. Kids had a great time, petting animals, looking at fire
trucks, running mazes and enjoying pony rides. All enjoyed the food and refreshments.

Tour highlights included:
• Genealogy of interest to many in the parish register and cemetery stones at St. John
Lutheran
• St. Joseph Church tours with paintings of artist Leon Lippert, munching on tasty fish
sandwiches, and information by Campbell County Historical Society.
• “Soup, dessert and tons of hospitality” welcomed at Oakland Methodist whose new
addition brought “oohs” and aah’s”.
• The farms -Neltners , a variety of activities – Little Rock, demos of antique tools and maze
– Catalpa Farm, petting of miniature cattle – Arrasmith, lilies galore.- farm fresh produce,
pumpkins, flowers and more.
• The stonehouses – 150 year old homes displaying the cultural and historical legacy of Camp
Springs, unique in the metropolitan area. Leick House, FAHA House, Gubser Schuchter
House, Sauser Farm, Camp Springs House and Walter House.
• Pony rides and horse demos at Saddle Lake Equestrian Center . Pony rides with photos at
NK Saddle Club.
• The wineries – Camp Springs Vineyard and Stonebrook Winery – many visitors enjoying
wine tastings – and a libation in the Camp Springs Tavern.
• Kids seeing the fire trucks, photo art at Wiedeman’s, dogs & cats at Campbell County
Animal Shelter.
• Many thanks to volunteers who make the tour possible – Joe Zink, campsprings.com;
Marge See, Dolores See, Mary Enzweiler, Linda Watts, Whitey Heeb, Byron Messmer,
Sharon & Tom & Mark Ramler, Mike Enzweiler, Donna Kremer, Nancy Enzweiler –CSI
News; Keith Neltner.

Mark the date – October 21, 2012 for the Sixth Annual Camp Springs Herbst Tour.

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Animal Shelter Addition under Construction

(Posted 12/2/11)

Workers began construction this week on an addition to the Campbell County Animal Shelter. The project is scheduled for completion in March of 2012.

 

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(Posted 12/1/11)

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