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JANUARY 20, 2021
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL XXXVI • NO 42
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Takeout: It’s What’s For Dinner BY DAYNA M. REIDENOUER
hen the most recent shutdown was announced at the end of 2020, restaurant co-owner Mariella Volker turned to Facebook. Inspired by stories from college friends who now live in western Pennsylvania and Ohio, Volker created the “Lancaster County Take Out” Facebook group. “I just started it on a whim to see if this could be a way to help local businesses with takeout,” she explained. Volker was very clear from the group’s beginning that she did not want it to become a place where members denigrated anyone for staying open. Rather, the focus was on highlighting those who were in compliance with the orders. “I was looking for a way to give a leg up and provide community support for restaurants that were staying closed and providing takeout,” she said. Word of the group spread, and membership climbed. Two weeks into the new year, membership had surpassed 8,500 people, and posting was rapid. The group has become a crowdsourcer’s dream,
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with pictures of takeout orders galore, along with requests for recommendations based on food preferences or geography. “I didn’t think it would become what it has,” Volker said. “I’m thrilled so many places have found support.”
“I just love how this has been such a positive group to work together and help local businesses and their employees,” Christine Cipoletti said. “I have tried new restaurants and some that I hadn’t known about. This is such a useful Facebook page.” In an informal poll, nearly 300 people said they have tried new restaurants as a result of the group, and about as many said they have a greater appreciation for their community. Almost 200 people said they have purchased more takeout than usual.
“This group led me to trying Gracie’s (on West Main in Leola) for the first time. In the last month we have gotten takeout at least five times, ordered two DIY breakfasts, and got our Christmas dinner there. It is our new favorite,” said Toni Hershey. “I have also really enjoyed sharing places we love with the group and making sure longtime favorites - like Sushi One - keep getting business.” “Thanks to this site, I’ve discovered a lot of new favorite restaurants that I have been driving by for years - Gracie’s and Three Sisters Park (in Ephrata) to name two,” Deb Gifford commented. “I just love how this has been such a positive group to work together and help local businesses and their employees,” Christine Cipoletti said. “I have tried new restaurants and some that I hadn’t known about. This is such a useful Facebook page.” See Takeout Group pg 7
Mariella Volker enjoyed takeout food from Gran Sabor Latina Restaurant in Lancaster.
Hempfield Graduate Plans Kenyan Project Police Departments One conversation can change Encourage your life. In November 2019, Eric Slaugh flew to California to visit his Blood brother. During the flight, Slaugh chatted with his seatmates, one of Donation whom was on her way to Las Vegas
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to raise money for Sirua Aulo Academy in the Kapune region of Kenya. A dependable source of potable water was one of the specific needs for the school. The cause struck a chord. Prior to graduating from Hempfield High School in 2011, Slaugh had started the Society for Environmental Advocates club at his school. He earned a degree in chemical and
East Hempfield Township Police Department (PD) has participated in the Bleed Blue Challenge since the initiative’s inception. “We want to support Penn Medicine LG Health in its quest to get donations, especially in a pandemic year,” explained Lt. Jen Brubaker. “The blood stays local. It’s a way to give back to the community.” See Bleed Blue pg 4
Eric Slaugh (left) backpacked in Africa five years ago.
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