BY CAT SHANNON
Reist Popcorn Marks 100 Years
From a modest $1,500 investment, Reist Popcorn has grown into a multigenerational, international business that marks its 100th anniversary this year. It joins the rare air of just 0.5% of companies to reach the 100-year mark.
The Mount Joy company celebrated its success, honored customers and growers and highlighted milestones throughout the past century at a gala event held at Stone Gables Estate in Elizabethtown in September.
Community members; supporters from across the country; and customers from as far away as Japan, Argentina and the Middle
East came together to celebrate “100 Y’ears of Popcorn,” honoring a company that began with smalltown roots.
“Let’s raise our glass together to celebrate 100 years of popcorn magic and the people who make it possible - you,” said president
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Concert
BY CAT SHANNON
The members of the Mark Dubbeld Family believe in spreading the Gospel through their music and testimony. Now you can catch a concert by the renowned band when the group performs at Reich’s Evangelical Congregational Church, 338 Stackstown Road, Marietta. The concert will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12.
Supporting Girls and Women With Dignity
BY CAT SHANNON
Sarah Zeitler wants to get people talking about some of life’s most basic necessities while making sure everyone has access to them.
The Lancaster woman is the local face of I Support the Girls, a national nonprofit that collects bras, underwear and feminine hygiene products for girls and women in need. What began for Zeitler as a simple search for a place to donate gently used bras has grown into a mission she calls both energizing and deeply personal.
“I’m very focused on changing the conversation,” says Zeitler, who has two teenage daughters, ages 14 and 16. “Why don’t we talk about pads and tampons? ... I tell my girls, ‘You don’t have to be embarrassed by this topic.’ I want to help people who don’t have access to products most of us take for granted.”
Zeitler discovered I Support the Girls in late 2024. When she realized Lancaster no longer had an active chapter, she quickly stepped up. The hyperlocal aspect drew her in.
“I like that the bras you’re giving are not going to women in another state,” she said. “They’re going right back to local women. I also wanted to be sure these bras were going to women in need who were going to use them.”
I Support the Girls began 10 years ago when founder Dana Marlowe started the organization in the Washington, D.C., area. From one donated bra, the organization has grown to more
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Discussing the history of Reist Popcorn Company are (from left) Mike Higgins, Dave Reist and Erin Higgins.
The Mark Dubbeld Family
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Gala To Benefit Hope’s Haven Rescue & Youth Camp
Hope’s Haven Rescue and Youth Camp will host its second annual Denim and Diamonds Benefit Gala. The event will be held on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Star Barn at Stone Gables Estate, located at 1 Hollinger Lane, Elizabethtown. The evening will include testimonies, food and live musical entertainment.
Hope’s Haven is a nonprofit ministry that serves youths who have experienced trauma, conflict or loss, paired with a rescue horse and a mentor leader. The six-week program aims to change lives and heal wounded hearts. Led by founder/executive director Diane Gruber-Strickland, more than 40 volunteers serve in various capacities to support the program.
To learn how to help support the ministry, located in Bain -
bridge, or to purchase gala tickets, visit www.hopeshaven4life.org, click on “Events” and select “Hope’s
Haven Denim & Diamonds Benefit Gala.” The deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, Oct. 13.
Lorenzen Studios To Offer Yoga Teacher Training
Yoga teacher training will be offered at Lorenzen Studios, 955 W. Main St. Suite 1, Mount Joy, starting in November. Attendees will learn yoga philosophy and practices to enhance physical and mental well-being for themselves and also learn how to share this learning with others as a yoga steward, whether they plan to teach yoga in the future or not.
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The instructor will be Charla Lorenzen, who has a Ph.D. in Education and a E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher) designation. Lorenzen is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider with more than 500 hours of training and more than 2,000 hours of yoga classes taught Registration is required by Saturday, Nov. 1. Classes will be held one weekend per month from November through August 2026. For more information, including class date and times, visit www.lorenzenstudios.com.
Flower Club To Meet
The Elizabethtown Flower Club will meet at noon on Monday, Oct. 6, at The Gathering Place, 6 Pine St., Mount Joy. The program will be “Preparing Our Gardens for Winter” by Kathy Trout from Ken’s Gardens.
Guests are welcome. There is a fee for lunch. Reservations and cancellations must be made by noon on Thursday, Oct. 2, by calling Barb Mowrer at 717-6845331. Yearly dues will be accepted at the meeting.
A youth from Hope’s Haven Rescue & Youth Camp visits with Kim Reese and Sage, one of the organization’s rescue horses.
Library Posts October Activities
Milanof-Schock Library, 1184 Anderson Ferry Road, Mount Joy, will offer a variety of special events and programming in October. All programs are free, unless stated otherwise, and require preregistration. For more information and to register, visit www.mslibrary.org or call 717-653-1510.
The W Donuts truck will be at the library on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Gently used books and media can be donated to the self-service shed behind the library on Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Programs for children and families will include Family Story Times at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays in October, as well as at 10 am. on Saturday, Oct. 11; Reading with Sasha, a KPETS therapy dog, Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. (15-minute time slots are available); Wiggle and Giggle Story Time, Mondays, Oct. 13 and 27, at 10:30 a.m. and Saturday, Oct. 25, at 10 a.m. for children age 6 months through 2 years; Fun Fort Friday, Oct. 10, from 5 to 6 p.m., during which families can build a reading fort among the library’s shelves and tables; and Family Trivia - Monsters, Myths and Legends, Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 6 p.m.
A Lego Challenge will be featured on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 6 p.m. Miss Alyssa will give each participating family a shoebox full of Legos. The challenge will be to use what is given to create based on the night’s theme. Miss Alyssa will also get out the
giant parachute for fun, interactive play for children ages 3 to 5 with a caregiver on Monday, Oct. 20, at 10 a.m. Weather permitting, the event will be held outside.
Teen Chill & Draw with artist Hanna Haser will meet on Oct. 11 at 1 p.m. Attendees will enjoy snacks, chatting and drawing. Teen D&D for youths ages 12 to 19 will meet on Oct. 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. Contact Laura Bear at lbear@mslibrary.org if interested.
Activities for adults will include Adult Game Night on Wednesdays, Oct. 1 and 15, at 5 p.m.; Closely Knit, for knitters and crocheters, on Oct. 13 and 27 at 1 p.m., with no registration necessary; Adult Book Bingo, Wednesday, Oct. 15, at 2 p.m.; Joyful Stitchers Cross-Stitch Club, for people of all skill levels, on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; Make-It Monday on Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. featuring pumpkin decorating, for which decorative supplies will be provided but attendees should bring their own pumpkins; and Book Discussion Group - Lit Lovers on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 6:30 p.m., with the focus on “The Rules of Magic” by Alice Hoffman.
Adults are invited to attend Medicare Made Simple by guest speaker David Kerlin on Oct. 20 at 1 p.m. There will also be Adult Book Bingo led by members of the library’s Friends group on Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. Attendees will enjoy bingo and be able to win vouchers for books from the library’s sale racks.
A Rocks of Kindness program will be presented on Oct. 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. Attendees of all ages
will be able to decorate small rocks with inspiring messages and happy images. Finished rocks will be gifted to an ailing library supporter. Those who cannot attend the program may decorate small stones at home and bring them to the library by Oct. 25.
A program about Girl Scouts will be presented by local Scout leaders on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 6 p.m. There will be crafts and snacks for the girls
Easy Writer Club, for writers of all levels, will meet on Oct. 17 at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required.
Movie Night, featuring a screening of the 1984 film “Ghostbusters,” will be held on Thursday, Oct. 30, at 5 p.m. Popcorn will be provided. People of all ages are welcome. Children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
The community is invited to celebrate National Chocolate Day at the library on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m. with a “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” program. Attendees will play games, including Oompa Loompa bowling; find the Good Egg featuring Veruca; and complete a Violet craft featuring a balloon and a shrinking craft a la Mike. There will also be Mad Libs, a scavenger hunt and the opportunity to create a Wonka candy bar.
An informational program about addiction recovery will be presented on Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m.
The 20-minute documentary “No Matter What: A Family Story of Addiction Recovery” will be shown. The documentary follows the story of the Theurer family, and the family will be there to share more about their experience. A discussion and question-and-an -
swer session will follow the screening, led by Anne Kinderwater Carroll, program coordinator, Lancaster County Joining Forces for Children, and Stacy Emminger, founder and director of Donegal Substance Abuse Alliance (DSAA). The program is being made possible by the Mount Joy Chamber of Commerce.
Community members are welcome to attend the Friends of the Library meeting on Oct. 13 at 6:30 p.m. and the library’s board meeting on Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m.
As part of the Fall Into Reading Challenge, children will be able to earn prizes. Participants will get a free book and free ticket entry for each challenge they complete. The challenge will run from Monday, Oct. 6, through Saturday, Nov. 22.
FIA International Sets Annual Banquet
Friends in Action (FIA) International will host its annual awareness banquet twice. The first banquet will take place on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m. at Community Bible Church, 331 Anderson Ferry Road, Marietta, and an identical banquet will be held on Friday, Oct. 24, at 6 p.m. on Lebanon Valley Bible Church, 1482 Horseshoe Pike, Lebanon. FIA International is a faith-based nonprofit in Middletown that exists to assist missionaries serving in areas of limited infrastructure by using construction projects to help them share the Gospel with unreached people groups.
Attendees at both banquets will enjoy a buffet with a dessert bar. The event’s theme is “Engaging the Unreached, Bridging the Gap
for Eternity.” Throughout the evening, guests will learn how God is bridging the gap between where the church is and where the Gospel needs to go.
The keynote speaker at both banquets will be Chris Clayman, executive director for Joshua Project. Joshua Project is a research initiative that highlights people groups around the world with the least access to the Gospel, equipping the body of Christ to strategically focus prayer, mission efforts, and resources where they are most needed. Guests will learn how FIA International’s mission aligns closely with Joshua Project by physically supporting efforts to get the Gospel into hard-to-reach areas.
The banquet will include party favors and giveaways, and
attendees will have an opportunity to learn more about FIA by visiting the information table at the event or by speaking with staff members.
To purchase tickets for the
banquet or sponsor a table of eight people by Monday, Oct. 6, contact 717-546-0208 or email FIA-USA@ FIAintl.org. Registration is also available at https://fiaintl.org/ banquets/.
Mike Higgins, addressing the crowd of hundreds at the event. “To new memories and a future as bright as tonight.”
The Reist Popcorn Company was established as the Reist Seed Company in 1925 by Alvin J. Reist on the family’s 118-acre farm in Mount Joy.
Alvin’s grandson, Dave Reist, worked for the company for 45 years, becoming president in 1994 before retiring in 2019. Today, Dave’s son-in-law Mike operates two locations of the business in Mount Joy.
Over the past century, the company has weathered changing markets and economic setbacks but has persevered and thrived thanks to the dedication of its employees and the ability of its workforce to think outside the box, said Dave’s daughter and Mike’s wife, Erin Higgins, who served as the discussion moderator at the gala.
When the company began, it focused on delivering premium
farm seed to the Pennsylvania Railroad. The business moved into its current headquarters on Manheim Street in 1928.
During the Great Depression, Reist expanded from seeds to popcorn, capitalizing on a thriving new industry as movie theaters and amusement parks became more and more popular. Alvin led as president until 1977. In 1960, his son Henry joined the business. Under his leadership, the business modernized with new equipment and expansion of its Mount Joy headquarters. Henry led the company until 1994, when Dave took over, having joined the business in 1975. Under his guidance, in the 1980s, he shifted the company to focus entirely on popcorn, renaming it Reist Popcorn Co. He passed the company along to his son-in-law, who expanded the product line to include organic popcorn and grew the business’s global reach.
At the gala, members of the Reist family shared memories,
answered questions from attendees and celebrated the company’s achievements. State Rep. Tom Jones and a representative from Congressman Lloyd Smucker’s office presented the company with citations on reaching the 100-year mark.
“I can’t think of anything more American than our small businesses and our families,” Jones said at the gala. “To preserve, protect and defend our small businesses is so important.”
Addressing the crowd, Dave discussed the secrets to the company’s success, including intentionally growing relationships with growers, employees, vendors and customers.
“So many times in the ag world, things do not go properly. There’s too much rain or an early frost. … The business is such a give-and-take,” he said, noting that perseverance has been key in the company’s longevity. “I have always appreciated that spirit in the people we work with.”
Neighbors Sharing And Caring (NSAC) is designed to minister to women in the community. Each meeting begins with a light snack, song, devotions, prayer and ends with a message. This year’s theme is “Grow in the Lord.” We will feature a variety of speakers who will share personal stories about “Growing
In 2024, Dave wrote a book outlining the history and heritage of the company. “‘And they left me off at $1500’ - A Century of Progress at Reist Popcorn Company” includes stories about the business as well as tales of his grandfather’s life.
Reflecting on the company’s past and looking to its future, Dave emphasized that embracing change is an important goal.
“We know that change will continue. It has to,” he said. “In order to survive, we have to adapt and recognize the need to change. … For Reist Popcorn Company from day one, that process of accepting change has continued.”
than 40 million products donated over the past decade.
Locally, Zeitler collects donations and works with partners including Second Grace, which supports young single mothers, and River’s Place, a free clothing closet at St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manheim Township. She has also begun reaching out to local doctor’s offices, especially plastic surgeons, to encourage women undergoing breast surgery to donate their gently used bras.
At her job as a product manager at Armstrong, she regularly collects donations. And thanks to I Support the Girls national partnerships with major retailers like Victoria’s Secret, she receives shipments of new bras to distribute.
“I like to make sure there is diversity in what I’m giving away,” she said. “I want to have everything from sports bras to special occasions, from tween sizes to larger sizes.”
Her work has become a family effort. Her daughters, August and Citizen, pitch in with everything from social media posts to sorting donations. They’ve also joined her at training sessions offered by the
national nonprofit, turning the project into a shared mission of empowerment.
This year, Zeitler received a grant to create a permanent collection site in Lancaster. While she’s still searching for the right location, she continues to collect donations at her home and through temporary community partners. This fall, for example, a collection bin will be available at Pocket Books, 903 Wheatland Ave., Lancaster, through October.
For Zeitler, the work is about more than just distributing products; it’s about starting conversations that too often remain in the shadows.
“I’m passionate about women’s causes,” she said. “We have very unique needs. Men don’t have to worry about having the right bras to go to work and feel professional or feel confident in their own skin. This is something I’m very passionate about, and doing this work literally energizes me.”
She notes that her involvement in the project has raised her own awareness about community needs.
“Think about victims of domes-
tic violence,” she said. “The police often collect undergarments as evidence, and these women are sent home without underwear. ... Girls literally miss school because they don’t have the proper hygiene products.”
It’s also important to Zeitler that donations stay in the local area.
“Everything that comes into us, whether it’s money, hygiene products or bras, it all goes right to women and girls right here in Lancaster,” she said. “This is really a boots-on-the-ground organization,
worked hard all your life, it’s time to enjoy your retirement Use your home’s equity to help with monthly expenses If you are like a lot of homeowners, you’ve got equity in your home but aren’t sure how you could use it to boost your retirement. Well, there’s something called a reverse mortgage, and it allows qualified borrowers aged 62 and older to pull cash from their home WITHOUT having to worry about a monthly principal and interest
may be substantial). Failure to pay these amounts may subject the property to a tax lien or other encumbrance or to possible foreclosure. Terms and availability of programs are subject to change without notice. Age requirements apply, check with your mortgage professional. A reverse mortgage does not require monthly repayment of principle and interest, and increases the principle loan amount. Interest is charged on the outstanding balance, which may result in negative equity. When the loan is due and payable, some or all of the equity in the property no longer belongs to the borrowers, who may need to sell the home or otherwise repay the loan with interest
and we are helping right where it’s needed.”
To learn more about I Support the Girls or to make a donation, email takemybras@gmail.com or search Instagram for @isupport thegirlslancasterpa. Zeitler also has an Amazon Wish List accessible at https://bit.ly/3K6eApn.
Sarah Zeitler with daughters August (left) and Citizen
Caring for a Vehicle’s Exterior
Drivers go to great lengths to ensure that they take good care of what’s under the hood of their vehicles. But it’s equally beneficial to tend to the exterior of a vehicle, including its paint job.
According to Popular Mechanics, oxidation can adversely affect iron-based metals. That can put vehicles in jeopardy and take significant time off their life expectancy. The good news is that rust and other issues that can affect a vehicle’s paint job and appearance are typically avoidable. That should be music to the ears of new vehicle owners, who likely need no reminder of the sizable financial investment required to drive off the lot with a fresh set of wheels. Drivers who want their cars and trucks to maintain their looks over the long haul can consider
these simple strategies to protect their paint jobs.
• Make car washes part of your vehicle maintenance routine. Over time, contaminants such as pollen, dust, and pollutants can settle on a vehicle’s exterior, potentially jeopardizing the paint job. Routine car washes can prevent such damage and help a car look like it was just driven off the lot.
• Wax the exterior of the vehicle. The automotive experts at Carfax report that waxing is a significant and simple way to protect vehicle paint. Carfax notes that certain paste waxes contain mild abrasives that help remove fine scratches from painted surfaces. Wax also can protect paint jobs from fading related to exposure to ultraviolet rays. That’s especially noteworthy for drivers who do not
routinely park their cars in a garage.
• Use a car cover. Car covers may or may not be practical for cars that drivers use every day, but they are an effective way to protect a paint job from the elements. Drivers who have a spare car they rarely drive or even those who do not drive their primary vehicle a lot each day can purchase a universal-fit car cover or a premium cover designed specifically for their vehicles. Car covers protect paint jobs from ultraviolet rays and the elements and may reduce the need for more frequent trips to the car wash.
• Park in the shade, but choose spots wisely. Parking in the shade may protect vehicles from the ultraviolet rays of the sun, but it’s important that drivers pick the right shady spot
What’s That Noise?
to park their cars and trucks. A shade tree might seem like a great ally to vehicle owners, but if birds nest or rest in the tree, drivers could be exposing their cars to bird droppings. Bird droppings are high in uric acid, which quickly damage a vehicle’s exterior. Parking directly beneath a tree also might expose the paint job to sap or fallen leaves or berries, each of which can adversely impact vehicle exteriors. If you plan to park in the shade to protect a vehicle’s paint job, ideally choose a spot that is not directly beneath the tree.
A well-maintained paint job can improve the appearance and life expectancy of a vehicle, which is something drivers should keep in mind as they hope to get the most out of their automotive investment.
Automobiles have come a long way since their introduction more than 100 years ago. The cars of today are technological marvels, which has made both driving and maintaining a vehicle simpler in certain ways. For example, built-in diagnostic systems can now alert drivers when something is wrong with their car. Although that feature is undeniably useful, drivers can still benefit from learning to recognize issues by ear. Many problems that can affect a car or truck produce unusual sounds, and learning what certain noises may indicate can help drivers detect problems as soon as possible.
- Rattling sound in a wheel well: Many people have mistakenly placed clothing in a dryer without realizing the clothing had spare change in the pockets. That mistake is immediately apparent once the dryer starts thanks to the unpleasant noise of coins bouncing off the interior of the machine. Drivers may hear a similar sound when behind one of their car’s wheels and wonder what’s behind it.
Such a sound often indicates that there’s a loose lug nut inside the hubcap. This issue can arise when drivers don’t secure the wheel tightly after changing their own tire or if mechanics make the same mistake when rotating or replacing tires during a routine maintenance session.
- Squeaking sound: The auto insurance experts at Geico note that rear-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicles may produce a rhythmic squeaking sound when an issue arises with the universal joint. JD Power notes that the universal joint, often referred to as a U-joint, is part of the system that enables the rotating crankshaft in the engine of a vehicle to transfer that rotating motion to the rear wheels. U-joints get a workout whenever vehicles are driven, so they require maintenance, and a squeaking sound is one indicator that the U-joint needs to be addressed immediately.
- Squealing sound: A high-pitched squealing sound typically means the vehicle’s brake pads are worn out. However, Cars. com notes that if such a
sound is only present when a car is first driven in the morning, it could just be surface rust being scraped off the rotors. After a few initial applications of the brakes, the sound might disappear. If it doesn’t, the vehicle will likely need new brake pads.
- Scraping on the windshield during rain: The scraping sound on a windshield when the wipers are in use should not be taken lightly or be interpreted as a sign that the rain is only falling lightly. In fact, that sound indicates the wipers are worn out, which means they’re not effectively clearing the windshield. In addition, the wipers could be scratching the windshield each time they produce this sound, ultimately necessitating a costly windshield replacement. Wiper blades can be replaced in a matter of minutes, so address this issue promptly.
Learning to recognize the sources of various vehicle noises can help drivers nip problems in the bud before they compromise the automobile and the safety of the people inside it.
Tracking Down the Perfect Vehicle
Buying a vehicle is a significant financial investment. It is not a decision to take lightly, especially given the historically high prices of new cars in recent years.
Finding a vehicle that is the perfect fit requires consideration of a host of variables, including personal preference. What is perfect for one individual may not work for another. When the time comes to shop for a car, people can ask themselves a few questions in an effort to find a vehicle that best suits their situation.
• What are your needs?
Are you looking to carpool the kids to and from school, or do you want a fuel-efficient car for commuting?
Identifying the main purpose of the vehicle will eliminate certain cars or trucks right off the bat.
• What is your budget? It is a good idea to get a pre-approval loan statement from a financial provider to figure out what you can afford to pay for a vehicle. The automotive resource Edmunds says the general rule is the monthly car payment should not exceed 15% of your monthly take-home pay. Lease payments should be less than 10% of monthly take-home pay. Calculate these numbers and potential interest rates prior to shopping for a vehicle.
• What size is best for you? Even though it may seem that SUVs and pickups reign supreme on the road, some drivers prefer smaller vehicles. Figure out how much interior space and cargo room you need. Take the time to sit in different vehicle classes to determine which size fits
Why Wash Your Car?
Taking care of a vehicle involves more than just maintaining the equipment under the hood. There are a number of steps involved in keeping a car or truck in top form, and that includes regular car washes. Car washes keep a vehicle shiny and clean, which can help it look good while sitting in the driveway or cruising the highway. However, regular car washes are more than cosmetic.
• Protect from the sun: A car that is routinely and properly washed and waxed is less vulnerable to damage from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
• Extend the life of paint: Dirt and debris can build up on the paint surface and eventually lead to scratches and other damage. Bird droppings and sap can be corrosive. Washing will help remove grime and protect the paint in the process.
• Preserve the vehicle’s value: Drivers who plan to sell or trade in their vehicles in the future should realize that a well-maintained car
can bring in as much as 20% more for above-average condition, according to Kelley Blue Book. Maintaining a clean and shiny vehicle can protect its long-term value.
• Remove salt: Drivers who live near the ocean or in areas where roads are salted in the winter to melt snow may have cars with high salt corrosion rates. Unless it’s washed off frequently, salt can take its toll, leading to damage.
• Improve fuel efficiency: Drivers have felt pain in their wallets at the fuel pump in recent years. Dirty cars may be less aerodynamic and less fuel efficient as a result. Keeping a car clean may improve its fuel efficiency.
• Maintain the interior: Car washes are not only about the exterior. Keeping a clean and tidy interior can help improve the air quality inside of the vehicle and prolong the life of upholstery, mats, and interior components.
Car washes should be a routine part of vehicle
you best.
• What are your fuel preferences? Today’s vehicles come in electric, unleaded gasoline, diesel, and hybrid options. How the car or truck is powered may be important to you and will help identify the best vehicle for you.
• What is the cost of ownership? Certain vehicle brands may be more expensive to maintain than others. According to Motor1.com, luxury and premium brands are typically the most expensive to maintain, with European brands typically carrying high maintenance costs. This can be prohibitive when parts or service is needed.
Buying a vehicle requires careful consideration of drivers’ needs, budget, and desired features.
maintenance. Professional car washes tend to be more eco-friendly than washing a car at home, so drivers are urged to investigate their service plans and features.
Ways To Conserve Fuel
In today’s world, saving money is often a top priority for consumers, and bills paid at the gas pump are no exception. Drivers can follow a few simple tips to help save money on gas. Lighten the load. How much weight is being carted around in a vehicle can directly affect the amount of gas it consumes. Remove any unnecessary items from the trunk or cargo area of a truck or SUV. Consider removing extra accessories, like roof racks or hitches.
Accelerate slowly. Resist the urge to gun it when beginning to move after a stop light or stop sign, as rapid acceleration wastes gas. Press the accelerator pedal gently to increase speed gradually and conserve fuel. Similarly, coast to a stop, rather than slamming on the brakes.
Don’t idle. Turn off the engine if the car will be idling for more than a minute. Modern engines do not need to be warmed up for more than 30 to 60 seconds, even when the weather is cold. Driving will warm up the car faster than idling while parked, provided the car is driven moderately until the temperature gauge shows the
car has reached the right temperature.
Consider whether to use air conditioning or put the windows down. While it’s true that the air conditioning will drain fuel when in use, driving with the windows open makes the vehicle less aerodynamic by causing drag. Some experts recommended leaving the windows down during slower city driving and using the air conditioning for higher speeds on the highway.
Keep tires properly inflated. Poorly inflated tires can make a vehicle less efficient by causing more friction between tires and the roadway. Check the
PSI rating for the tires and inflate accordingly. Many modern vehicles automatically alert drivers when tires are low on air. Drive a consistent speed. When driving on the highway, switch to cruise control to maintain a consistent speed. This action can reduce drag, which in turn reduces fuel consumption. Stick to a maintenance schedule. Maintaining a vehicle by getting routine oil changes, fluid checks and other simple upkeep helps a car or truck run properly, which can help conserve fuel. These are just a few strategies drivers may employ to conserve fuel.
Harriers Split With L-S, Solanco - Move to 4-1
Donegal’s Shane Ford and Lampeter-Strasburg’s Will Johnston-McCormick raced to the finish, both clocking a 12:27 in tri-meet action at Solanco Tuesday, September 23. The Indians defeated the Mules but suffered their first loss of the season to the Pioneers.
Donegal’s Owen Good holds the lead against Lampeter’s Alex Sutherland midway through the Section Two tri-meet race at Solanco Tuesday, September 23.
Donegal’s (left to right) Carter Stough and Logan Stough keep the pace with Lampeter-Strasburg’s Michael Colosi in Tuesday’s Section Two tri-meet at Solanco. Logan Stough finished second overall, placing just behind Solanco’s Isaac Esh. Carter Stough was seventh.
On Tuesday, September 22, Donegal’s Riley Patrick makes a big save against Lampeter-Strasburg during a 0-0 tie at home.
Indians’ Jared Griffen gets tangled up with Lampeter-Strasburg’s Owens Maines battling for the ball in a 0-0 tie on Tuesday, September 22.
In a 0-0 tie at home, Donegal’s George Shaker connects with the header during a 0-0 tie on Tuesday, September 22, at home.
Model Railroad Club Sets Open Houses
The Masonic Village and Elizabethtown Model Railroad Club will hold the first open houses of its 2025-26 season on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4 and 5, with extended hours from 1 to 4 p.m.
The Amtrak-themed event will offer seven scales of model trains running on more than 1,600 feet of track in the club’s space, which features new scenes.
Admission is free, and donations will be accepted.
The Model Railroad Club
building is on Freemason Drive on the grounds of Masonic Village at Elizabethtown. Once on the campus, follow the directional signs. Ample parking is available.
The train club welcomes new members, and interested individuals may speak to current members at the open house. The club was founded in 1997.
For more information, call 717-287-2086 or visit www.mvemodelrailroad club.com or www.facebook .com/MasonicvillageMRRC.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Sunday, October 5
Theme Day FIRST TIME & LONGTIME EXHIBITORS
9:30 a.m. - Church service in Champions Arena
2:00-4:30 p.m. - Non-Livestock Entrees Accepted
Monday, October 6
7:00-10:00 a.m. - Entries accepted Noon - All judging Monday afternoon except Livestock & Baked Goods
2:30 p.m. - Swine Judging
5:00-6:00 p.m. - Music On Porch with South Mountain Bluegrass
5:30 p.m. - Rabbit Show
6:00-6:30 p.m. - Opening Ceremonies
6:15 p.m. - Children’s Parade
6:30 p.m. - Antique Tractor Demonstration at the Ball Field
6:30 p.m. Crowning of Farm Show Royalty
7:00-9:00 p.m. - Baked Good Entries Received
8:00 p.m. - Celebrity Cornhole Competition
9:00-11:00 p.m. - Dairy entries accepted
Tuesday, October 7
Theme Day
LIVESTOCK
8:00-10:00 a.m. - Baked Good entries
8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Progressive Agricultural Safety Demonstration
9:30 a.m. - FFA Greenhand Livestock Judging and Lancaster County FFA Tractor Driving
Noon - Baked Goods Judging
1:00 p.m. - Beef Judging
4:00 p.m. - Dairy Beef
5:45 p.m. - Registration for Pedal Tractor Pull (Deadline is 6:15 p.m. for children’s classes)
6:00 p.m. - Open Cornhole Competition (Ages 16 & Up) *limited to 32 Teams*
6:15 p.m. - Rain Date for Children’s Parade
6:15
6:15
8:00 p.m. - Alumni Showmanship Competition Wednesday, October 8
As pastor Dan Blank explained, the group first performed last year at Reich’s Church, and the congregation is eager to welcome them back.
“The concert went very well last year,” Blank said. “It was very well received, and people really loved them. They are fantastic.”
While last year’s concert was worked into a tour the band was already taking throughout central Pennsylvania, the group will make a special trip to the area this year for the concert at the church.
“We are so blessed to have them,” Blank said. “They are a nationally known, award-winning group.”
The Mark Dubbeld Family comprises father Mark, mother Janene, daughter Elena and son Britton. The group has been featured on the “Gospel Greats” radio program, has performed at Dollywood and has participated in the National Quartet Convention in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. The band also participated in 40 Days and 40 Nights at the Ark Encounter, billed as “the
World’s Largest Christian Music Festival.”
Hailing from Moneta, Va., the band presents concerts featuring original songs, strong harmony and a sincere desire to share the love of Christ with audiences.
“People can expect an evening of great singing and family harmony,” Blank said. “Everyone is invited to experience an evening of worship and the Lord being lifted up.”
Hosting an event like this
concert provides members of Reich’s Church with the chance to interact with the larger community.
“We really want to provide opportunities for community gatherings, opportunities to get together to worship,” Blank shared. “We want to have opportunities outside of just our church members and our church services. We invite anyone in the community to come to this event and be blessed.”
Reich’s Church holds Bible study for people of all ages on Sunday mornings at 9 a.m., followed by a worship service at 10:10 a.m. For more information on the church, visit www .reichschurch.com. There is no admission charge for the Mark Dubbeld Family concert, and no tickets are required to attend. A freewill offering will be received to benefit the band’s ministry.
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Thursday, October 9 Theme Day
FAMILIES - No School MCSD
10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. - Touch A Truck
10:30 a.m. - Open Dairy Show 1:00 p.m. - Manheim Central High School Club Cornhole Tournament
1:00-1:30 p.m. - Boston Bachert
11:00-11:30 a.m. - Boston Bachert
3:00-3:30 p.m. - Boston Bachert
3:30 p.m. - Champion Showmanship Contest - Champions’ Arena
5:45 p.m. - Registration for Family Fun Night
6:00 p.m. - Benefit Auction to include Woodcarvings in Champions Arena
6:15 p.m. - Family Fun Night Friday, October 10 Theme Day FARM SHOW FOOD - THANK A FARMER - No School MCSD
5:00-5:15 p.m. - Welcome & National Anthem
5:15 p.m. - Dairy Beef Sale
5:45 p.m. - Goat Sale
6:45 p.m. - Manheim FFA/Lancaster 4-H Team Baskets
7:00 p.m. - Lamb Sale
7:30 p.m. - Meat Rabbit Pens Sale
8:15 p.m. - Beef Sale
9:00 p.m. - Junior Dairy Cattle Champion Milk Sale (3 Sale Lots: Champion, Reserve and Honorable Mention)
9:30 p.m. - Swine Sale
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BOSSLER MENNONITE CHURCH: Located at 2021 Bossler Rd., Elizabethtown. Phone: 717-367-5167. Web site: www.bosslermennonite.org Sunday Worship held at 10 am. Preschool: 717537-8192.
CHIQUES METHODIST CHURCH: 1215 E. Main St., Mount Joy. Doug Paglia, Pastor. Worship Service at 9-10 am Children’s Sunday School: 9-10 am. Refreshments & Fellowship: 10-10:30 am. Adult Sunday School at 10:30-11:30 am. Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible. For more information, call: 717-653-5175.
OPEN DOOR MISSION MIRACLE LIFE CHURCH: 201 S 2nd St. Wrightsville Bridging gaps, Uplifting Lives, Revealing God's Love. Pastor Stephen Rambler Sundays 10:30AM & 6:30PM ODMMLC.COM 717-854-1220
PROCLAMATION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA): Meeting at Kraybill Mennonite School, 598 Kraybill Church Rd., Mount Joy, PA 17552. Sundays at 10:30am We Welcome You! Visit us online at www.proclamationpca.com
Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) of Lancaster County is offering Good News Club (GNC), an afterschool program for children ages 5 to 12, at various elementary schools and churches throughout Lancaster County. All workers are screened as required by Child Evangelism Fellowship Child Protection Policy.
GNC is a free club held once a week for seven weeks in the fall and seven weeks in the spring. It includes Bible lessons, missionary stories, songs, Scripture memorization, and games. Registration is required for all GNC programs at www .ceflancaster.org.
The schools, locations, and dates and times are as follows: Columbia Borough School District’s Park Elementary School at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Tuesdays from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m.; Conestoga Valley School District’s Fritz Elementary School, Thursdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Donegal School District’s Donegal Primary School at Calvary Bible Church, Thursdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; ELANCO School District’s Brecknock Elementary School, Thursdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Elizabethtown Area School District’s Bainbridge Elementary School, Tuesdays from 3:35
to 5 p.m.; and Ephrata Area School District’s Clay Elementary School, Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m., and Highland Elementary School, Wednesdays from 3:25 to 4:55 p.m.
In Hempfield School District, programs are being offered at Centerville Elementary School, Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Farmdale Elementary School, Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; and Landisville Primary Center, Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Programs are also available at Lampeter-Strasburg School District’s Hans Herr Elementary School, Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m., and Lampeter Elementary School, Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Octorara Area School District’s Octorara Primary Learning Center, Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Penn Manor School District’s Conestoga Elementary School, Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Pequea Valley School District’s Paradise Elementary School, Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.; School District of Lancaster’s Lafayette Elementary School, Mondays from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m., and Ross Elementary School, Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m.; and Warwick School District’s Kissel Hill Elementary School, Thursdays from 2:45 to 4:15 p.m.
CHRIST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 75-125 East High Street, Elizabethtown 717-367-2786. Rev. Albert J. Domines, Jr., Sr. Pastor. Rev. Gerald R. Kliner, Jr., Assoc. Pastor. Liturgies of Holy Eucharist Saturday at 6pm and Sunday at 8:15am & 11am. Sunday school for all ages 9:45am Handicapped accessible. Morning Prayer Wednesdays at 8:30am. Visit us online at: www.christlutheran-etown.com
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH: welcomes you to Love God, Love Others, and Reach Out with us! Join us for worship on Sundays at 8:00, 9:30, or 11:00 a.m. We’re located at 331 Anderson Ferry Road in Marietta (off Rt 441 on Rt 772). Learn more at cbcpa.org.
ELIZABETHTOWN MENNONITE CHURCH:
300 S Spruce St. (corner of S. Spruce & E. Bainbridge) Elizabethtown, PA 17022. You are welcome to join us for Sunday School at 9:00 am and Sunday Worship at 10:00 am - in person or livestreamed on our YouTube Channel. Ph: 717-367-7089 info@etownmennonite.com Visit us online at www.etownmennonite.com
ETOWN GRACE CHURCH, 305 Anchor Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Dr. Rick A. Clark, Pastor. Sunday: SS and Adult Bible Classes 9 am, Morning Worship 10:15 am. Wed night 6:15-7:45 pm AWANA (Children’s Ministry). Website at etowngrace.com
FLORIN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN: You are welcome here! Worship service is at 10:15am Sunday mornings at 815 Bruce Avenue, Mount Joy PA 17552. Now LiveStreaming on YouTube - Search for us @florinchurch For more information, visit us at www.florincob.org Phone: 717-6531202 Email: secretary@florincob.org
GLOSSBRENNER CHURCH: 713 Church St. (located on the corner of Church & Angle Sts.), Mount Joy. Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 am (In-Person or Live Streamed). Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible. Sunday School for all ages: 11:15 am. Pastor: Heather Hammel. Church Office: 717-653-5683. "Like" us on Facebook: Glossbrenner Church. www.glossbrenner.net
GRACE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF MANHEIM: 1483 N. Colebrook Rd., Manheim. SUNDAYS: Adult Bible Class at 9:30am and Worship Service at 10:30am. Wednesday Evening Prayer is held from 6:30pm-7:30pm For more details, please visit http://www.gcfmanheim.org or call 717-665-7222.
MARY MOTHER OF THE CHURCH (A Roman Catholic Parish): 625 Union School Rd., Mount Joy. Pastor: Rev. Ted Keating. Mass Times: Saturday Vigil 4:30pm, Sunday 8:30 & 11 am; Monday thru Friday 8:30 am. Confessions: Sat 3:30pm. 717-653-4903, visit us online at www.marymotherparish.org
MAYTOWN CHURCH OF GOD: 14 West Elizabeth St., Maytown. Scott Sweigart, Pastor. All are w0elcome! Sunday Worship Service at 9:00 am. Phone: 717-426-3117. www.maytowncog.org
MILTON GROVE CHURCH: 2026 Cloverleaf Road (located N. of Rt. 283 Rheems/ Elizabethtown Exit) Mount Joy. Pastor: Jamie Pietsch. Join us Sundays at 9:30 am for in-person worship and on Facebook live at www.miltongrovechurch.com
RUHL’S CHURCH: A growing church committed to Christ. Worship on Sunday morning at 8 am for a traditional feel. Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 am., 10:30 am. Worship led by praise band. (Nursery available. Handicap accessible.) For more information, please call 717-665-3400 or visit www.ruhlschurch.org Located at 4810 Elizabethtown Rd, Manheim.
SAINT LUKE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: 209 S. Market St. at Columbia Ave., Mount Joy. Phone: 717-653-4977. Sunday Holy Eucharist at 11 am. Wednesday Morning Prayer at 10 am in the Education Building. Taize Service 1st Sat. of the month at 5 pm. stlukesmountjoy@gmail.com www.stlukesmountjoypa.org Handicap Accessible.
SAINT PAUL’S CHURCH (A united Methodist Congregation): 398 N. Locust Street (North Spruce and Oak Streets), Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Phone:717-367-1889. Sunday Worship: Traditional at 8:30am, Grace Kids (ages 0-12 yrs) at 10:15am, Contemporary 10:15am.Email:office@wearesaintpauls.com Visit us online at: wearesaintpauls.com
ST. MARK’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Loving, growing, and sharing JOY through Jesus! Sunday service times: 9 and 10:30 a.m. 27 E. Main St., Mount Joy 717-6535493. www.connectstmarks.com Livestream at facebook.com/ConnectStMarks
TBC BIBLE CHURCH: Together Becoming Christ-like. 5880 School House Rd., Elizabethtown. We are a friendly, family-like atmosphere welcoming you to join us for Sunday school for all ages at 9:30 am & worship at 10:30 am. (jr. church included). Afternoon / evening gatherings meet on various Sundays for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Wednesday prayer meeting at 7:00pm. Monthly men’s and women’s Bible studies offer an opportunity to grow deeper in the Word and to fellowship with others. tbcbiblechurch.org or call 717-433-7585
THE ENCOUNTER CHURCH: A gathering of imperfect people seeking to know and encounter God. Sunday morning prayer at 9 am & worship at 10 am. 221 N. Front St., Bainbridge. www.encounter-connect.org
WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 600 Stony Battery Rd., Landisville (near Hempfield High School). Rev. Dr. Stephen P. Fritz, Pastor. Wayside enjoys one combined Summer Sunday Worship Service @ 10am w/contemporary & traditional elements. Family Ministry at the same hour for nursery, children, and youth ages. For more info, visit www.waysidepc.org or call: (717) 898-1551.
WORD OF LIFE CHAPEL: 139 Wickersham Rd., Bainbridge. 717-426-1171 Sunday Service - 10:15 am (Children’s Ministry & Nursery Care Provided). Visit us online at www.wordoflifechapel.org We welcome you!
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH/ LANDISVILLE: 85 East Brandt Blvd. 717-898-2911; adminzelc@comcast.net In-person worship at 9am. Live-stream link can be found at zionhempfield.net under the worship tab and on the Zion Lutheran Hempfield Facebook page. Adult Sunday School
Children enjoy an activity at a previous year’s Good News Club.
Volunteers help children memorize Scripture at Good News Club.