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NOVEMBER 15, 2023
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LXIV • NO 37
Dutchland Derby Rollers put new spin on old favorite BY JEFF FALK
Part sport, part entertainment, roller derby is a pursuit like few others. With all due respect to its popular past, a group of local women have resurrected roller derby in Manheim Township and
have firmly placed their own updated stamp on it. They call themselves the Dutchland Derby Rollers. And they play their home bouts at the Overlook Activities Center’s roller skating rink, 301 Golf Drive, Lancaster. For spectators and participants See Dutchland Derby pg 3
Around the holidays, downtown Lititz bustles with activity.
Shopping local supports our neighbors and community
One of the keys to the Dutchland Derby Rollers’ success is working as a team.
Lititz. “It’s important to do our shopping in real brick-and-mortar stores. When you shop local, you support people who support local organizations. I can’t think of anything better to do than shop local.”
LancasterHistory highlights locally born filmmaker
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“If you’re looking for a gift, look no further than downtown Lititz.” Before making holiday shopping lists, visit local stores and base gift ideas on items they have in stock. Chances are those gifts will be oneof-a-kind. Gifts purchased from local stores are also likely to feature
a local flair, as independent businesses tend to offer products and services that are reflective of the customers and the community they serve. As Plaid Friday and Small Business Saturday approach, marking the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season, keep an eye out for sales on local social media. Research sales and inventories of local businesses you want to support so you’re ready to go once the sales launch. One great way to experience local retailers is to shop in person. This allows shoppers to get a feel for an item, size it up, and even inspect its quality prior to purchasing it. And, as they browse, shoppers may uncover hidden gems that would be
BY ADRIAN ESCHENWALD
The National Museum of African American History and Culture recognizes Madeline Anderson as the first African American woman to direct a televised documentary film. Anderson and her work are credited with paving the way for black women in the television industry, but many Lancaster residents may be unaware that she also grew up in Lancaster city. The renowned
filmmaker is an alumna of McCaskey High School and Millersville University, and she went on to achieve national acclaim in her career. On Sept. 23, LancasterHistory, 230 N. President Ave., Lancaster, held a film screening of two documentaries directed by Anderson. The first film, titled “Integration Report One,” was released in 1960, and it depicts the battle for racial equality in various cities across the
See Shopping local pg 4
See LancasterHistory pg 2
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ancaster County’s economy is driven by small, local businesses. According to data from EDC Lancaster County, the county is home to more than 13,000 businesses, 97% of which have fewer than 100 employees. Truly, local businesses are at the heart of Lancaster County communities. What better way to celebrate the diversity, uniqueness, and creativity of independent, local businesses than by supporting them during the busiest shopping season of the year? “Supporting local businesses can make or break them,” said Rebecca Branle, executive director of Venture
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