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“A lot of classes don’t have reunions, so this is a way for anyone to get together,” Rios noted. “You can meet up with friends who graduated before you or after you. You can hang out with your siblings if they were in a different class. It’s just a fun time.”

Rios describes the reunion as a casual get-together, featuring food and a cash bar. “It’s a time for socializing and a time to catch up,” he explained. Reservations are not required, and it’s open to anyone who graduated from EAHS.

Ebersole was well-known in the Elizabethtown community. He was the announcer for high school sports, as well as a DJ for WQIC in Lebanon and an announcer for Lebanon Valley College basketball and football.

“He loved to personalize his announcing,” recalled Randy Garrett, who calls Ebersole his best friend. “He knew all the kids, and everyone knew Mike.”

When Garrett and Ebersole graduated, they made a pact with three other guys to get together every year. Since then, they have had breakfast annually on the morning of Christmas Eve. “We never missed a year,” he stated. “The year Mike passed, we put a hat at his place. We said there would always be a seat at the table for all of us, even if it’s an empty seat.”

Due to Ebersole’s involvement in the district, the Elizabethtown Area Education Foundation has started a fund in his honor. “We are raising money to upgrade the sound system at the football field and in the high school gym,” said Garrett, who is a member of the foundation board. “Our goal is to install the upgrades this summer to have it ready for the fall football season.”

Rios encouraged everyone to come out to the all-class reunion, adding that he appreciates the support of the Elizabethtown American Legion in hosting the event. “Come and catch up with old friends,” he stated. “Several retired teachers will be attending. It’s just a fun day to socialize.”

For more information on the reunion, contact Rios at 717951-1413.

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For members of the Riders, the group provides not only a way to give back but also a chance to socialize with like-minded friends.

“I joined because I wanted to ride with other people,” said Jerry Bush, “but I really like this group because they are making the community better.”

Wade Drescher noted that his participation is a way to honor veterans - including his family members - since he himself never served. This sentiment was echoed by others in the group.

Rittenhouse said the group provides a sense of security during rides, explaining that there’s safety in numbers, but even more importantly, the Riders foster a sense of camaraderie. The members have bonded like a family over the impact they’ve had on the community.

“Anybody can write a check, but we like to get involved,” he stated. “We like to meet the people we’re serving and shake their hands.”

Wade Drescher (left) and Bill Rittenhouse with a soon-to-beinstalled box for old flags

The group is always looking for new members, and its charity rides are open to anyone. “You do not have to be a member to ride with us,” Rittenhouse remarked. “If you have a motorcycle, you are welcome to join us.” Upcoming rides include Saturday, May 14, to benefit the Burning Bridges Foundation; Saturday, June 11, for Donegal Trout Unlimited; and Saturday, Aug. 13, for Veterans Outreach of Pennsylvania’s Tiny Homes for Homeless Veterans. For more information, search for “Marietta Legion Riders Post 466” on Facebook or stop in the club, 19 S. Gay St.

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For additional information, contact Katina Musser prior to the meeting at katmusser@comcast.net.

Participants will need to complete an enrollment form and project request form and pay club dues in order to participate. These materials can be submitted at the March 14 meeting. Additionally, youths will need to complete an online enrollment process. No new members will be admitted after March 21.

For more information on joining 4-H, contact Lori Little, Extension educator, at the Lancaster County Extension office at 717-394- 6851 or lancasterext@psu.edu.

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