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olumbia will celebrate all things spooky, as well as the town’s long history, at the Columbia Mardi Gras Halloween Parade. The parade is sponsored by the Columbia Lions Club and Sunsnappers and will step off at 7 p.m. at the Columbia Borough Fire Depar tment , 10th and Manor streets, on Thursday, Oct. 22. It will follow a route from Manor S t re e t to Fo u r t h The Columbia Mardi Gras Halloween Parade will feature more than 90 entries, including Street, Union Street, the Zembo mini cars. Second Street, Locust Street and Sixth Street, before Chornock, parade chairman. “This Columbia Borough Fire Departalone should be enough to get ment and many surrounding ending on Cherry Street. “The parade is at night, and its people excited. We will have ghost departments. “We have church groups, the theme this year is ‘Celebrating Our and goblins, the walking dead!” More than 90 entries will partic- PostMortem Hearse Club and Roots - Columbia 300th & America 250th Anniversary,’” said Joseph ipate in the parade, including the area tow companies,” Chornock See Parade pg 8

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W hat do es a communit y approach to suicide prevention look like? Mental Health America of Lancaster-Lebanon Counties offered a solution to that question at its annual Suicide Prevention Conference on Sept. 17 at the DoubleTree Resort in Willow Street. The conference’s theme this year was “Hope in Action,” which organizers said ref lects how meaningful change happens when the community moves beyond suicide awareness to take action by listening, learning and connecting to those who may be struggling. The conference gave attendees the opportunity to learn from local and regional experts. On the day, there were four breakout sessions and a panel discussion preceded by a keynote speech from Jay Breneman, director of firearm suicide prevention policy at CeaseFirePA. Breneman, of Erie, is a U.S. Army combat veteran. His work revolves around the gun violence crisis; firearm suicide is responsible for over half of gun deaths in the commonwealth. Breneman offered a fourpronged solution to the issue. His first point was for organizations to build feedback into the programs they already hold. “This doesn’t have to cost a lot of money,” Breneman said. “It doesn’t mean putting another barcode in front of you. There are similar ways to learn.” Secondly, he emphasized the importance of “giving other people the words.” “Most people in this room know how we should talk, mainly about people,” he said. “Our opportunity is helping everyone

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Warm your belly and help your community at the same time at the Mountville Lions Club chicken pot pie sale. The event will take pl ace on S at urd ay, Oc t . 1 7 , from 10 a.m. until sold out, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 100 W. Main St., Mountville. It will be available for takeout only, and containers will be provided by the club. Homemade desserts, including pies and cakes, will be for sale as well. Lions brooms

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CAP Squadron Helps at Air Show Members of the Lancaster Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) volunteered at the 2026 Lancaster Airshow, the airport’s biggest community event of the year. The Lancaster squadron was joined by the Capital City Composite Squadron, the Dauphin Composite Squadron, and the Gettysburg Squadron. Held on Sept. 19, the event offered opportunities for attendees to watch aerial shows and see aircraft up close. It brought in a variety of aircraft, from World War II planes, classic aircraft, and experimental aircraft to the SOCOM Para-Commandos that opened the show and the Third Strike Wingwalking team, led by wing walker Carol Pilon alongside Joe Bender. The CAP members

Members of the Lancaster Composite Squadron, Gettysburg Squadron, Capital City Composite Squadron, and Dauphin Composite Squadron volunteered at the Lancaster Airshow.

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The Sierra Club - Lancaster Group will hold a town hall about air quality at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21. The event will take place at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 301 St. Thomas Road, Lancaster. Hosted by the Lancaster G ro u p ’s C o n s e r v a t i o n Committee, the town hall will feature a panel of experts who have accrued knowledge about both the physical and social impacts of poor air quality. Attendees will have opportunities to engage with members of the panel and get information about the quality of Lancaster County’s air, which has consis-

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Tradition from pg 1 will also be available for purchase. “This is really good pot pie,” said Eric Weaver, first vice president of the Lions Club. “It’s made fresh. We cook the chicken and roll out the dough. The whole club participates, and it’s a great way to support the community and support the Lions Club.” It’s a major endeavor for the club to prepare the meals. Each sale uses 400 pounds of chicken, 200 pounds of potatoes, 200 pounds of f lour and 45 dozen eggs. The club hosts a spring and fall pot pie sale on t h e t h i rd S a t u rd ay o f March and October, which the group has been doing for more than 60 years. “It’s a Mountville tradition that people support because it’s not only for a good cause, but it’s a tasty meal at a reasonable pr ice,” Weaver shared. “The pot pie suppers are o u r m a i n f u nd ra i s e rs , along with having roller ball stands at the Mountville Fire Co. Car nival and the Washington Boro Tomato Festival.” Proceeds from the pot

pie sale are used to support various Lions projects. “Projects supported by the club include funding scholarships at Hempfield High School, supporting Beacon Lodge - a nonprofit camp in Union County that offers programs for those who are blind or challenged physically in other ways - maintaining the pavilion at the borough park , sponsoring Team River Runner and other projects that help people with vision impairment,” Weaver said. “We also support the Columbia Food Bank and support the Mountville Community Picnic.” Additionally, the club collects used eyeglasses that are sent to be repaired and refurbished to help vision-impaired people around the world. “The public is welcome to drop off eye g lasses when they pick up their pot pie,” Weaver said. The Mountville Lions C lub will also host its annual Christmas food drive outside the Mountv i l l e P u b l i c L i b r a r y. More infor mation will be coming soon for that event.

COLUMBIA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 360 Locust St. in Columbia, Rev. David C. Powers, phone: 717-684-6271, Sunday Morning Worship 10am. Handicap accessible. 4th Street Cafe Coffeehouse 1st & last Sunday @5pm with community meal. Free Clothing Bank Mondays 9-11am & Tuesdays 5-7pm.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH: Sixth & Locust St., Columbia. Pastor: Rev. Richard Whitesel. In-Person Worship Schedule: Wed. 10:15 am, Sun. 10:15 am. Sunday service is also available on Facebook live & YouTube. Holy Eucharist at all services. Handicap accessible. Meals on Wheels ministry 717-684-4244, church office 717-6842763. www.stjohnscol.org

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. FAITH BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 151 Donnerville Rd., Lancaster (one block south of Columbia Avenue). Pastor: Keith M. Long. 8:45 am Sunday School (with nursery and classes for children, youth and adults); 10:15 a.m. SundayWorship Service (with nursery and children’s church). Wed.: 6:30 p.m. AWANA Clubs (K6); Wed.: 6:30 pm Youth Group 717-285-1900. www.faithbfc.com

The club is always looking for new members who want to serve their community, Weaver said. “ We have great camaraderie while working to make our world a better place,” he added. “Being a part of this club is a great way to help out your local community and enjoy fellowship at the same time.” The Mountville Lions Club meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Trinity Reformed UCC, 450 W. Main St., Mountville. For more information on the club, contact Weaver at 717-368-2810.

Church of the Apostles United Church of Christ (UCC), 1850 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, will host Mocktails & Meaning gatherings on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 15 and 16. The program on Oct. 15 will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the main lobby. Retired surgeon and public health advocate Dr. Edward Chory will lead a conversation about the current state of public health in Lancaster County and the potential benefits of establishing a county health department. There will be time for questions. A nonalcoholic aperol apple cider margarita will be served.

On Oct. 16, the church will screen the documentary “Lightworkers,” which brings together personal stories from individuals who have taken action in response to social, political, and environmental challenges. T hrough a mosaic of voices, Lightworkers explores individual choices, collective responsibility, and the question “What can we do?” T he screening is intended to encourage community members to reflect on their own role in strengthening their communities and participating in civic life as the 2026 midterm elections

approach. A light dinner will be available from 5 to 6 p.m., with the documentar y beginning at 6 p.m. The screening will be followed by a question-and-answer time with director Bobby Roth. Both events are free and open to the public, but registration is encouraged. For more information and to re g ister, v isit w w w. a p o s t l e s u cc . o r g / mocktails&meaning. Church of the Apostles UCC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible space where people of all backgrounds and abilities can participate.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH: 243 Hellam Street in Wrightsville. (717-252-2417) Sunday morning service at 9:15am with Holy Eucharist. Handicap accessible. We can be found on Facebook.

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tell the story of where did they find it, was it safe for them to tell their story, what worked,” he said. “We need to build on that; that is what we need to focus on.” In the four breakout sessions, conference attendees heard from a litany of speakers, addressing topics like emotional literacy, spiritual support groups, warning signs and trust and how they relate to suicide prevention. Mental Health America

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tion, “All Tied Up in Knots,” will focus on what happens when a person loosens the “knots” that hold them back. All women are invited to attend. There is a cost per person. Reservations and payments are required by Wednesday, Oct. 21. Those registering are asked to note the names of their guests and those they wish to sit with. Any cancellations must be made by Oct. 21. For more details and reservations, call 717-799-0088.

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College Launches New Virtual Tour Penn State Berks has created a new virtual tour to ensure that all prospective students have access to a campus visit. The eight-minute video showcases the highlights of the campus, building by building, and the tour is led by student Lion Ambassador tour guides. In addition to the main virtual tour, there are breakout features on athletics, engineering, and science for students with a specific interest in these areas. Lion Ambassadors give an introduction and narrate the building tours, pointing out the highlights of the campus and the offices and services students will likely use most often. The video covers the programs

and facilities located within each of the college’s main academic buildings, including the Luerssen Science Building, the Thun Library and Information Commons, the Franco Building, and the Gaige Technology and Business Innovation Building. It also showcases the Beaver Athletics and Wellness Center, Perkins Student Center, Tully’s cafeteria, the Cyber Café, and the residence halls. The Penn State Berks virtual tour can be viewed at https://tinyurl.com/ PennStateBerksTour. Prospective students and families are also encouraged to schedule an in-person visit via https://berks . p s u . e d u / ad m i s s i o n s / admissions-events#future.

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Andrea Anderson (far left) and Jeff Anderson (third from left) from Angry, Young, and Poor received a ceremonial check from (from second from left) Dan Sahd, CEDC board member; Jeff Seibert, CEDC vice president, and Keith Lutz, CEDC president.

The Columbia Economic Development Corporation recently awarded two Small Business Grants to local businesses. Each grant was for $1,000, and the recipients were Angry, Young, and Poor and S hupp ’s Barber Shop. Angry, Young, and Poor - which recently moved to 141 Locust St., Columbia, from 356 W. Orange St., Lancaster - used its grant proceeds to paint a mural on the outside wall of its shop. The store has been in business for 30 years and sells band shirts, posters, vinyl records, CDs, and more. It

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Columbia, used its funds for the awning that is above the front window of the shop. The location operated as a barber shop since 1912 when the Smith family took ownership. In

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Collectibles

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truck. Mostly local. Retirees welcome!

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Regional community news and events

751 Stackstown Rd., Bainbridge, PA 17502

Directions: Route 441 to Bainbridge to East on Stackstown Road, to auction on the left.

ARTIFICIAL TURF-BIH AREA 7’x35’ Rolls: $175/Roll Text: 717-372-7926

FREE REMOVAL of Riding Mowers. Call/text Jim 717-940-9029

OPEN HOUSE: Thurs., Oct. 15 5PM-7PM Sat., Oct. 17 10AM-1PM PROPERTY FEATURES: 125.53 acre farm, 90 +/- acres tillable, brick farmhouse w/ numerous outbuildings, bank barn w/ refrigeration. 2 car garage, excellent soils & wooded acreage w/ stream. Frontage on 3 roads, subdividable farm. Conoy Township & Elizabethtown School District. AUCTIONEER REMARKS: Loaded opportunity! 125 acre farm selling at public auction in Bainbridge! This farm has 90 +/- acres tillable with some of the best soils in Lancaster Co. Also included are a nice brick 2 story farmhouse, 2-car garage, large bank barn with refrigeration rooms, tobacco shed & other outbuildings. Conoy Creek flows through the 20+ wooded acres. Farm is preserved by Lancaster Agricultural Preservation Board but still has (1) one subdivision right with frontage on Stackstown, Vintage & Sagerville Roads. TERMS: $100,000 down payment on the day of the auction. Settlement on or before December 31, 2026. Transfer taxes Auctioneers: to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be Christ Taylor AU# 5421 prorated. Real Estate Taxes +/- $6525.00. Broker 717-371-1915 participation offered to Realtors w/ preregistered Harold Martin AU# 6461 buyer. See website for details. Bridge loans 717-738-4228 available, contact auctioneers for details. Seller: John R Nissley Estate, All information is deemed accurate but not Jonas Nissley guaranteed. 717-715-4482, Joyce & Judith Nissley ATTY: Glick, Goodley, Deibler & Fanning 717-354-7700

Punctual Services Inc. 717-252-0487

Call Mike at 717-392-1900

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James W. Saxton

“Finances of Horse Ownership” Webinar Set Penn State Extension will host a “Finances of Horse Ownership” webinar from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The program will share information on budgeting for horse ownership, from routine expenses such as boarding fees, grain, hay, and veter inar y care to other costs that people may not have considered. The webinar will demonstrate how to estimate

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The Pennsylvania Dutch Council, Scouting America, will present the 38th Distinguished Citizen Award to James W. Saxton, chairman and co-founder of Saxton & Stump, in recognition of his leadership, philanthropy, and lasting impact across L ancaster and Lebanon counties. Saxton, an Eagle Scout, will be honored at the annual Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner on Thursday, Oct. 15, at 5 p.m. at the Lancaster County Convention Center, 25 S. Queen St., Lancaster. The Distinguished Citizen Award reco g nizes individuals who exemplify the values of the Scout Oath and Law through their professional achievements, community involvement, and commitment to serving others. As co-founder of Saxton & Stump, Saxton has helped lead the fir m’s growth into a multistate organization with 11 offices and a network of affiliated companies. Beyond his professional accomplishments, he has demonstrated a commitment to community service through leadership roles with organizations s uch a s the L anc a s ter YMCA and its foundation. Alongside his wife, Sally, he has been recognized with honors, including the Excellence in Philanthropy Award and Philanthropist of the Year. This year’s event will also feature Lt. Col. Christopher Fogt - who is a three-time Olympian, an Olympic silver medalist, an Eagle

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ES & lg. PONIES until June 2027. Call Andy or Bill at 412-582-0080 or 717-394-7865

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SERVICES RENDERED A PLUS SERVICE

SPINELLO HOME IMPROVEMENTS Roof & siding repair, painting, kitchen & bath remodeling, decks, no job too odd or too small, references, insured. PA031727. Call Mike Spinello, 717-464-5466.

AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING 717-604-1306 | Bushes, Hedges, Jungles, Mulch, Patios, Walls. Call Jeff AFFORDABLE

POWERWASHING & DECK SEALING/REPAIR By Steve, 717-892-7411

AMISH MOVING COMPANY AMISH CLEANOUTS Will move households (will go out of state). Fair prices for Clean Outs of Attics, Basements. 717-442-3301

ANDY’S DRYWALL LLC

RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST - BASEMENTS Framing • Drywall • Flooring • Paint 25+ yrs. exp. • Clean Setup All Major Credit Cards Accepted andysdrywallpa.com | 717-587-4102

SAVE! ! S A V E Asphalt Needs by

JACK COOPER

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CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER 717-786-7053

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CRUSHING PLANT ASSISTANT Full-time position to assist with repair, maintenance, and inspection of aggregate crushing plant operations, conveyors, chutes, and other related components. Operate a variety of equipment such as loaders, lifts, trucks, etc. Will learn to operate crushing & lime plants and participate in on-call rotation. Must be mechanically inclined, able to work outside in all kinds of weather, at heights, and with loud, large equipment, and capable of occasional lifting to 100lbs. We offer competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401(k) with match. Company sponsored continuing education & training as well as tuition reimbursement is available. Candidates should complete an application or submit a resume to the attention of Human Resources by email, fax, mail, on our website, or in person. Please include your salary requirements. Visit our website at www.rohrers.com. Rohrer’s Incorporated Box 365, 70 Lititz Rd. Lititz, PA 17543

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BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com

JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL installation costs! Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. (Offer ends 12/27/26.) Call 1-844-826-2535.

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Basements, garages, attics. Appls. ($20). Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030

   MASON    CHIMNEY FALLING APART? WALLS NEED REPOINTED on Your HOUSE, BUILDING or BARN? W E C A N H E L P YO U ! F i x Yo u r B r i ck s , L LC Danny, 717-342-9039 | Lic. & Ins.

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ITEMS WANTED BUYING CARS/TRUCKS

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I BUY LIONEL, American Flyer, Marx Trains, Matchbox, Slot Cars, Hot Wheels, Tonka, Smith Miller, Model Toys, Lead Figures. Call 610-804-6783

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& CLASSIC CARS $ $ CORVETTES Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561

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Model Homes with Garages Available to Inspect! 453 Eastwood Lane, Lancaster, PA 17601 (717) 397-3138 www.eastwoodvillagehomes.com

Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411

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DIRECTIONS: Take Route 30 East to Greenfield Road. Turn right onto Greenfield Road. Continue past the entrance of Villages at Greenfield. Turn right onto Ben Franklin Blvd. Go over bridge and follow signs to model homes. R131429

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School Supply Drive Concludes

Friday, October 23 6-8 P.M. All are welcome! Decorated trunks, costumes, candy, fellowship and fun!

Come aboard! Two by two bring the whole family!

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church the corner of 6th & Locusts Streets Columbia, PA

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“I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be a sign of the covenant between me and the earth” - Genesis 9:15

24th Annual

Students across L ancaster County will benefit from a recent school supply drive organized by the Lancaster County District Attorney’s Office, which collected school supplies to support local students and families. The donated materials w i l l b e d i s t r i b u te d to Lancaster County school districts through Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 (IU13), helping the 16 districts address ongoing student needs

OCT. 17th, 2026

RIVER HERITAGE DAY

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

CELEBRATION

throughout the school year. While school supplies are often associated with the start of the academic year, districts frequently welcome new students and families throughout the year. The supplies will provide a readily available resource for students who enroll midyear or face challenges accessing necessary classroom materials. IU13’s Early Childhood and Special Education Services (ECSES) team will sort the donated materials before making them available through the District Special Education Admin-

istrators’ network and the District Social Workers’ Cohort. School districts will then identify local needs and distribute supplies directly to students and families. T he e f for t re f le c t s a commitment to supporting students and re d uc i n g b a r r ie rs t h at can impact educational success. By making these supplies available throug hout the year, local schools will be better equipped to meet emerging student needs and provide timely support to families.

Washington Boro Community Park (Intersection Rt. 999 & Rt. 441 (River Rd.) in Washington Boro

Free Admission

FFA Tractor Pull • Craft Vendors Native American Demonstrations & Crafts by Circle Legacy Hayrides • Classic Cars Antique Tractors • Antique Equipment BLUEGRASS FOOD ALL DAY! at 11:00 a.m. Artisans, Craft Vendors and Flea Market Stands We’re pleased that popular artisans, craft vendors and Flea Market Stands will be available offer a wide selection of gift items, trinkets and services. To reserve a stand please contact: Charles Douts 717-719-3008 or cdoutsjr@yahoo.com

Kids’ Activities to include: Barrel Train Ride • Crafts Kids’ Tractor Pull at 11 a.m. Fangs, Frogs & More at 1 p.m.

Want to Reserve Free Exhibit Space?

Plenty of room has been reserved for anyone wishing to display antique equipment, or other items of interest. To reserve a space, free of charge, contact; Doug Kramer 717-808-4413 or doug.kramer@pennmanor.net Proceeds from the event benefit the Blue Rock Heritage Center and the Tractor Pull proceeds benefit the Penn Manor FFA. The event is free which is made possible by our sponsors. We wish to thank the 2026 sponsors who include, Arcing Rod and Gas, Slaymaker Electric, R&B Line Opening Services, Quality Machine Repair, Longshot Stables, and LASA. R131885

FALL SALE

At Pine Creek Structures During The Month Of October, Save On A Variety Of In Stock Structures!

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Marking the conclusion of the school supply drive were (from left) Matt Stem, executive director of LancasterLebanon IU13; Natalie Littlehale, youth aid panel coordinator and grant coordinator with the Lancaster County District Attorney’s Office; Michele Golay, restitution advocate with the DA’s office; Travis Anderson, assistant district attorney with the DA’s office; and Jeremy Sweigart, ECSES director for early childhood for IU13.

Parade from pg 1 said. “We have the Zembo Shriners mini cars.” Local and regional bands, nonprofit groups, clubs and organizations will also participate in the parade. This year’s parade grand marshals will be Jim and Vickie Anspach. The couple has long been involved in community organizations throu g hout Columbi a , including the Columbia Education Foundation, Mount Bethel Cemetery and the Columbia Park Rangers. Unlike many parades, the Mardi Gras Halloween Parade handles judging of entries in a unique manner. R at h e r t h a n h av i n g a judging stand where bands perform or floats are in the spotlight, the Columbia parade features judges that roam the route, evaluating entries to determine winners. Chornock noted that the parade is a well-established tradition in Columbia, and people look forward to it every year. “It is the 79th annual

celebration, and the parade route is about one-and-ahalf miles long,” he said. “ We have food vendors along the route, and especially along Locust Street. We have a location near our gazebo (where) people can donate. The money that we collect is used towards the prizes that the winners receive for each of the different categories, and any funds left over are used for our student scholarships and donations to area nonprofits.” Several organizations have been the beneficiaries of Lions Club support, he said. “The Lions Club gives away donations throughout the year, such as the $20,000 donation that we presented to the Columbia Borough Fire Department toward their $2.2 million purchase of a new aerial ladder truck after this year’s Lions Club Car Show,” he remarked. For more information on the parade, visit https:// columbialions.org/parade.