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Wabash County Chamber AG Days By Meghan Fearn Activities are firing up in downtown Mt. Carmel as the Wabash County Chamber of Commerce gears up for the annual Ag Days celebration! Carnival style rides, live music, and street venders will line Market Street. Families, friends, and neighbors will gather and enjoy a four-day festival with strong agricultural and community roots. Ag Days started in 1961. The Wabash County Chamber of Commerce and the Wabash County Farm Bureau joined together to plan a two-day festival. The event highlighted local agricultural. This was in conjunction with the State of Illinois promoting Ag Products. People could enjoy a locally raised steak dinner. They could even purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win half of a beef that had been raised in Wabash County. This time to gather as a community, recognize the hard-work of local farmers, and enjoy the many products the county had to offer, soon became a summer-time favorite! Ag Days has grown in popularity and length. The festival is now a four-day street carnival sponsored by the Wabash County Chamber of Commerce. This year, Ag Days will be held from August 4th – August 7th. The carnival offers FREE entertainment, FREE admission, and FREE Parking each day. Those who attend will find a large variety of food and drink vendors. The famous Chamber Lemon Shake-Up Booth is a favorite! They boast the BEST lemon-shake-ups around and offer strawberry shake-ups as well. The Chamber booth is located at the corner of 4th and Market Street and opens each day at 11:00 a.m. Any chamber member or local groups are welcome to help with the booth. Other fan favorite booths include the Lions Club and the Young Farmers. Along with food, there are plenty of activities for the children of the community. Brady’s Amusements will
LIttle Miss Ag Days contestant: Front row (l-r): Alexia Sisson, Lexi Kimmel, Myra Lathrop, Jocelyn Brown, Laikley Bolden, Brooklyn Alka, Brynlee Knowles, and Madisyn Weiss. Middle row (l-r): Paislee Newlin, Ruby Morningstar Johnson, Alydia Allender, Carli Schutz, Rosaleigh Porter, Quinn Keepes and Kayawnna Ashley. Back row (l-r): 2019 Little Miss Ag Days Teagan Oliver and Lilly Earnest.
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Wabash County Chamber AG Days continued have rides set-up on the midway. There will also be free face-painting and balloon art sponsored by First Bank on the first evening of the carnival, August 4th. The children of the community will also be the source of the first night of live entertainment. The young ladies of Wabash County will compete for the coveted title of Little Miss Ag Days. Starting at 7:00 p.m. local legend and emcee, Ryan Turner, will ask a series of questions that are sure to provide adorable smiles, cute giggles, and fun entertainment. More entertainment will follow each night of the carnival. On the 5th at 7:00 p.m., Perry Case and IC Worship will offer praise music. On the 6th at 7:00 p.m. the SMOKE RINGS will perform Classic Rock. To finish the four-day live entertainment, the DUKE BOYS will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. Each event is held at the Harris Insurance Pavilion inside Merchants Park and is sponsored by different businesses in the Wabash County Area.
Wabash County Chamber of Commerce is proud to sponsor an event that brings families together and creates a stronger Wabash County. The celebration of this historically, strong agricultural community will continue to grow! Come out and join the fun August 4th – August 7th!
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Choose to Laugh
By Meghan Fearn Over 20 years ago, just shortly after my husband and I got engaged, a sweet lady in the church offered me some advice. She said to me, “Meghan, as you go through married life and as you raise a family, there will be many times when things won’t go as planned. Your first instinct will be to cry. Whenever it is possible, choose to laugh.” This advice has come to mind many times over the years. However, there is one night that stands out when I had to work very hard to choose laughter. My oldest son was about seven years old. I awoke about 2:00 a.m. to the sound of him being sick to his stomach. I jumped out of bed, stumbled around in the dark, and raced down the stairs. I was just hopeful that I could reach him before there was too big of a mess to clean up. In our house, we keep an ice cream bucket under the sink for just this purpose. As I got to the bottom of my stairs, there was my son. I couldn’t see him well in the dark, but his stomach was not happy with him. I frantically whispered, “Did you get the bucket?” “Yes, I got the bucket.” He struggled to reply. Relieved, I sat next to him on my carpeted stairs, patted his back, and waited for him to calm down. After the storm had passed, I picked up the bucket and we walked, in the dark, through the dining room, kitchen, down the hall, and into the bathroom. In my head I wondered, “Why do my feet feel wet?” However, I didn’t dwell on that because my main concern was getting him into the bathroom, into the tub, and getting us both back to bed. We made it to the bathroom, and I flipped on the light. It was at that moment that I realized what I was carrying…………..the spaghetti strainer!!!! Oh yes, my son had mistakenly gone to the wrong cabinet and grabbed the wrong bucket. He had then lost all the contents of his stomach in this bucket on my carpeted stairs. I had then proceeded to carry this dripping strainer throughout my home. For a moment I froze, paralyzed with shock. The realization of the clean-up work that I had ahead of me began to feel overwhelming! When I looked down at my son, he was staring at me looking absolutely miserable. With tears in his eyes he whispered, “I’m so sorry Mom, I tried to hurry; but I must have gone to the wrong cabinet.” “YOU THINK????” was the thought in my head. However, at that moment, this sweet church lady’s voice
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came to my mind. “Whenever it is possible, choose to laugh.” As I stood with my son in the bathroom, both of us a complete mess, the humor of the situation struck me, and I laughed. I laughed, and laughed, and I laughed some more. “It is kind of funny, isn’t it mom?” my son remarked. He looked so relieved at my reaction. I gave him a big hug, filled the tub, and began to clean. Two hours later I had the walls washed, the floors sanitized, a big load of laundry going, and the carpets shampooed. I crawled back into bed, thankful for that sweet lady’s advice. She had obviously lived through many of these moments herself. Now, if you will excuse me, my toddler just ate a highlighter and I need to go choose to laugh! (P.S. If we have had you over for spaghetti, don’t worry! I did throw away that strainer!)
Churches: If you have a When: Sunday evenings beginning August 8th special event planned or just Where: Northside Baptist Church want to let 9,300 households 805 N. State Rd., Grayville know when your services are Time: 5 to 6:30 p.m. - 1st through 6th grade If you need a ride, call Josh Bell 618-384-1021 contact me at hometown Youth Meetings for 7th - 12th grade - 5 - 6:30 voice2019@gmail.com. Page 3 • Hometown Voice • August 2021
Wabash Valley Arts Council announces community theatre production dates
Wabash Valley College and the Wabash Valley Arts Council are pleased to announce the community theatre production dates for the 2021-2022 Performing Arts Series. There are two community theatre productions planned for this series: CHRISTMAS BELLES, which will run December 9, 10, and 12, 2021, with auditions scheduled October 25 and 26, and ALL KINDS OF PEOPLE, which will run March 31, April 1, and 3, 2022, with auditions scheduled February 14 and 15. Sue Schriber will direct both productions. Christmas Belles is about a church Christmas program spinning hilariously out of control in a Southern farce about squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep, and a reluctant Elvis impersonator. It is Christmas-time in the small town of Fayro, Texas, and the Futrelle Sisters — Frankie, Twink, and Honey Raye — are not exactly in a festive mood. So much goes awry all hope for a successful Christmas program seems lost, even with an Elvis impersonator as the manager. But in true Futrelle fashion, the feuding sisters find a way to pull together to present a Christmas program the citizens of Fayro will never forget. Their hilarious holiday journey through a misadventure-filled Christmas Eve is guaranteed to bring joy to your world! ALL KINDS OF PEOPLE is a community theatre production that explores contemporary issues through the words of Oscar Hammerstein II. Throughout a career that spanned four decades, Oscar Hammerstein II used the theatre to promote human understanding. He continually tackled themes of racism and cultural bias. His work changed the course of musical theatre. All Kinds of People is a musical revue that addresses the dangers of prejudice, the importance of tolerance, and the power of self-esteem. He addressed these issues in songs such as ‘Ol’ Man River’ from Hammerstein’s 1927 masterpiece Show Boat, ‘You’ve Got to Be Carefully Taught’ from his Pulitzer Prize-winning South Pacific, and many others. Oscar Hammerstein believed wholeheartedly in celebrating our differences instead of fearing them, as simply and eloquently expressed in his musical Pipe Dream - ‘It takes all kinds of people to make up a world.’ So mark your calendars, and come audition for these two fantastic shows! Review scripts are available to be checked out now. If you would like to check out a review script, contact Donna Sigler at siglerd@iecc.edu.
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Wine and Woodstock Festival at Homestead Vineyards
Transport yourself back in time to the iconic celebration of Woodstock in 1969. Woodstock was billed as an Aquarian Explosion; three days of peace, love, and music with nearly 500,000 people in attendance. You have the opportunity to join the exciting celebration of Woodstock’s 52th birthday promoting peace, love and brotherhood through music, activities, and vendors. Wine and Woodstock has become an annual event at Homestead Vineyards. Larry and Shirley Hortin, and Jason and Dawn Hortin, owners and vintners, are personally inviting both young and old; and all ages in between to Homestead Vineyards in West Salem, Illinois to experience the fun hippie vibe of that era. The festival runs from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 14, 2021. Prizes will be awarded for the best hippie/Woodstock costumes. The Hortin’s are releasing a special new wine called “Flower Power” with a cute psychedelic label just for this event. If it is hot outside, you will be able to cool down with a delicious wine slushy or take a walk through their mister to refresh yourself. There will also be fans, both ceiling and floor types to cool down if needed. A limited amount of primitive camping spaces and RV camping with your own generator are also being offered by calling the Vineyard (618)456-3560) to make advance reservations. There will be a free shuttle to and from the overflow parking lot and camping area. Hippie related vendors include George Zellars Hand Tie-Dyed Creation/Tapestries and art, Melanie Linson’s Hippie Hair booth, Wellness by Michelle (Ward) that will feature make and take essential oil perfumes, and Hammered Designs Hippie Jewelry Plus by Teresa. Two Food Trucks will be on site to feed the hungry crowd. Big Boy Catering out of Fairfield will furnish a variety of all American food and Kolb’s Culinary Treats of Lawrenceville, Illinois will provide a nice diversity of Mexican food. Woodstock was all about the music, and Homestead’s Wine and Woodstock will have some great music from that era for your listening pleasure. Union Road Band will open 1 – 3 p.m. and The Smoke Rings will be rocking the close from 4 – 8 p.m. Many hit songs from 1969 – 1971 will be featured as well as a Woodstock set featuring songs and performed at Woodstock, or songs by the bands at Woodstock. Between bands, Maggee Bleyer, of Mt. Carmel, will lead a hippie drum circle and Megan Reid will be doing a hula hoop exhibition. A bubble station and face painting for both kids and adults will add enjoyment and authenticity to the day. Wine and Woodstock was the brainchild of Darlene Weir of Mt. Carmel, Illinois. The first one was held in an effort to spread the hippie spirit and originally to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the real Woodstock Festival in New York. People enjoyed it so much, they wanted to have it as an annual event, and the Hortin’s readily agreed. Dance, shop, eat, hula hoop, free style, play in the drum circle, sing along to the music, create some large bubbles, all while sipping on your favorite Homestead wine, hard cider, beer, or a yummy slushy! Like The Beatles said in their songs, “Come Together” and “Give Peace A Chance,” “All You Need Is Love” to spread brotherhood and joy, feel the spirit of freedom and experience the cool vibes of the past in the beautiful garden setting of the present, at Homestead Vineyards in West Salem, Illinois.
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Safe Haven By Meghan Fearn 5 “For I was hungry, and you gave Me something to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave Me something to drink; I was a stranger, and you invited Me in.” Matthew 25:35 (NASB) The volunteers at the Safe Haven Homeless Shelter for Women and Children in Mt. Carmel do more than read these words. For the past seven years, the volunteers there have served homeless women and children. Those who have come for help have received care for their physical needs such as food, clothing, and shelter. However, most importantly, they have received love and have been introduced to The Author of these words. Safe Haven began as a way to meet the needs of homeless women in the area. The ministerial alliance saw the need for a shelter and formed a board to begin the process of meeting this need. They remodeled an older building, took in used appliances and furniture, and recruited volunteers. Safe Haven was then opened to serve women and children in the counties of Wabash, Wayne, Edwards, White, Lawrence, and Gibson. Since its opening, the beds have remained nearly full of women and children who have found hope, care, and love within the shelter walls. Over the years, many of the appliances, floors, and walls have begun to show wear and tear. Recently, the shelter closed its doors for a period of two weeks for renovations. The interior and exterior will be painted, appliances will be Samantha McDaniel (on left) spearheaded the replaced, new flooring, and other small repairs have been 4th Annual Usborne Books and More Greeting made. When the shelter opened, they didn’t realize the Cards fundraiser which raised $. number of children who would come in with their mothers. One of the completed projects is a fenced-in backyard play area for the children. Safe Haven is privately funded and relies on volunteers, donations, and fundraisers. Many in the community have rallied behind the shelter and donated their time and resources towards the updates. Generous donors have committed to replacing worn-out appliances and are providing a new swing set for the play area. The cost of painting and flooring are a large expense and monetary donations are still needed. The needs of Safe Haven do not end with the remodel. They are in constant need of things such as paper towels, diapers, and trash bags. Volunteers are also needed to keep things operational. Keensburg Christian Church recent- There are many ways that people can offer support to Safe Haven, ly presented Safe Haven with a $3,000 as an individual or as a group. Holding a paper towel drive, organizing a fundraiser, committing to just a few hours a month are all small check from their Color Run. ways to contribute. Participating in one of their regular fundraisers is also helpful. Safe Haven welcomes everyone to stop by their booth at Ag Days where they will be selling ice cream, floats, and pizza. Jesi’s Ride, in memory of Jesi Dougan, is another fundraiser being held on August 21. Along with a scenic motorcycle ride, there will be a car show, live music, and a dinner at the Eagles in Mt. Carmel. Safe Haven looks forward to reopening its newly-remodeled doors at the beginning of August. On the surface, things will look different; but the heart and mission of Safe Haven remains the same. They will continue to invite homeless women and children in, love them, show them Christ, and help them find the tools they need to move forward. This oftentimes includes finding work, meeting with a social worker, learning how to prepare a budget or improving household skills. Safe Haven invites the community to join in and serve. Most of all, to show the love of Christ! 40 And the King will answer and say to them, ‘Truly I say to you, to the extent that you did it for one of the least of these brothers or sisters of Mine, you did it for Me.’ Matthew 25:40 For more information about Safe Haven, visit their Facebook page (Safe Haven), their website http://safehavenhomelessshelter.com/ or call them at 618-262-2677.
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Edwards County 4H General Show
The above 4H members were Best of Show and State Fair Delegates. L to R: Jackson Shelby, Cooper Lynch, Lydia Shelby, Wyatt Greathouse, Hannah Perry, Zoie Ankenbrand, Zeb Ankenbrand, Cally Smith, Owen Lynch, Sydney Williams, Chase Shelton, Emily Spray, Wyatt Johnson, Kylar VanMatre, Kaylie Vallette, Taylor Bogle, Lindsey Luker, Lauren Luker, Grant Doelling and Hayley Buerster.
Above: Tag-A-Long members that participated in the General Project Show, many of them are taking part in the Little Roots Gardening program. They had the opportunity to talk to Master Gardeners, Darla Bradham and Debbie Fearn, about gardening and 4-H. Front Row L to R: Kyntlee Kelsey, Max Shelby, Kaysen Kelsey, Kalesi Vallette, Riley Miller, Gracie Fenton, Emersyn McVaigh, Claire Doelling, Eliot Futrill and Debbie Fearn, Back Row: Darla Bradham and Raegan Bogle.
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Edwards County 4H General Show
Above left: Kolby Terry talked with judge Jim Peach about his Electricity project. Above right: Nash St. Ledger talked with Darla Bradham, about his garden.
Above left: Isabella and Emmalyn Jones pictured with their Zinnia’s. Above right: Kaylie Vallette is pictures with her final Visual Arts Metal project, she donated it to the Edwards County Fair.
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Edwards County 4H Dog Show In the Dog Care portion of the Edwards County 4-H Dog Show held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Adelynn McCaleb was named the Dog Care Champion. She was awarded a trophy donated by First Bank Grayville. Kaylie Vallette was the Reserve Dog Care Champion. In the Obedience portion, Kwade Sawyer was named Beginning Novice I Champion and received a trophy donated by Prairie Farm Dairy-Olney. Keira Willett received the Beginning Novice I Reserve Champion ribbon. In the Beginning Novice ll class, Kaylie Vallette won the Champion trophy donated by Meredith/Ingram Funeral Home. Kaylie Vallette was named Novice Champion and received a trophy donated by Jerry Crisel. Thank you to our judge Shawna Zeilstra for judging our show.
These members showed in the 2021 Edwards County 4-H Dog Show L to R: Reagan Bogle, Adelynn McCaleb, Breeana Willett, Jo Rector, Kwade Sawyer, Avery Roosevelt, Keira Willett, Kaylie Vallette, Harrison Lovellette.
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Edwards County 4H Dog Show
Above left: Kwade Sawyer received the Champion ribbon and the Prairie Farms Dairy-Olney trophy in Beginner Novice l. Avery Roosevelt, Edwards County Fair Queen, made the presentation. Above middle: Keira Willett received the Reserve Champion ribbon in Dog Care from Avery Roosevelt. Kaylie Vallette received the Meridith/Ingram Funeral Home trophy and Champion ribbon in Beginner Novice ll and the Jerry Crisel trophy and Champion ribbon in the Novice class. Avery Roosevelt was the presenter. At left: Adelynn McCaleb received the Champion ribbon and First Bank Grayville trophy in Dog Care. Chris Potter of First Bank Grayville and Avery Roosevelt made the presentation.
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Greathouse Grazing Acres to Offer Canning Classes Have you ever wanted to learn how to can your own food? Canning food is a skill not many people know how to do anymore. I was fortunate that my grandma, mom and mother in law have all played an important influence in my ability to can my own food. This allows me to extend the life of our garden produce and more. Canning your own food allows you to know exactly what is in your food as well as the quality. By canning food you can save a lot of money and it also allows for quick and easy meals. I find canning to be a wonderful skill to have and would like to pass it on to others. That’s why I am offering canning classes for those who are interested. I have already hosted one canning class on how to can green beans and I have two more classes coming up. For the class all of the produce is provided from our gardens here at Greathouse Grazing Acres. The classes start at 8:30 am and the cost is $35 per person which includes lunch and 2 jars of canned goods to take home with you! These classes are open to any age and can be a great girls day out or just a way to learn a new skill. The dates of the upcoming classes are Aug. 14th-Salsa and Aug. 21st-tomato juice. Classes are held at our farm in Albion. One on one canning classes are an option if you would like to set up a specific date and time. The one on one classes are $50 per person, lunch is included and 3 jars of canned goods. If you have a group who would like to book a class, the cost would be determined by the amount of people attending. Another green bean class will be offered but a date has not been set at this time. Other food items that can be offered if enough interest is available-pickles, whole tomatoes, relish, ketchup, pasta sauce and pizza sauce. If you are interested in taking any of our classes, please contact me for more information! Contact information: Michaela Greathouse cell:618-895-4750 or email: greathousegrazingacres@gmail.com
To advertise call Laurie Snidle at 618-919-1941 or email: hometownvoice2019@ gmail.com The Edwards County Housing Authority is accepting applications for income based apartments in Albion and West Salem. Utilities are included with charge for electric overage. Applications are available at the ECHA Office located at 125 W. Cherry St., Albion, IL Equal Housing Opportunity
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45 WVC Student-Athletes named to NJCAA All-Academic Teams
Honors for the Wabash Valley College Athletic Department continue to roll in as the NJCAA recognized 45 WVC student-athletes for their academic excellence during the 2020-21 school year. Additionally, the Warrior Baseball, Softball, Women’s Basketball, Volleyball, and Women’s Soccer teams were named NJCAA All-Academic teams for having cumulative team GPAs of over 3.00. WVC Athletic Director Mike Carpenter applauded the results. “I can’t say enough about the resiliency and work-ethic of our student-athletes. They really excelled this year, with all things considered, and did a tremendous job following through with the protocols and other measures that Dr. Fowler and the IECC Board of Trustees put in place. Had our student-athletes and coaches not taken these precautions seriously, we wouldn’t have had a season.” WVC dominated the playing field, going a combined 146-51 (75% Win Percentage) and 85-19 (82% Win Percentage) in Conference play. In unprecedented fashion, all 6 Warrior sports competed during a 5-month span in the Spring. The Warrior dominance paid off, as WVC once again won GRAC All-Sports Trophy for the 2nd time in the last 3 seasons. “We got through it, and I can speak for everyone involved in saying, we never want to do it again,” Carpenter said. “We played 197 games during a 5-month span (150 days). I can’t say enough about our coaches and studentathletes, but also our instructors deserve a ton of credit for holding our student-athletes accountable, while being flexible enough to allow them to excel in the classroom.” The NJCAA recognizes student-athletes who earned a cumulative GPA of 3.60 or higher for the school year. Congratulations for the 2020-21 NJCAA Academic Award Date Team Time Winners: Aug 9 Softball @ Clay City 6:00 PM NJCAA 1st Team — 4.00 GPA: (Baseball) Isaac Aug 12 Baseball & Softball @ Jasper-Geff 4:15 pm Crabb, Connor Olson, Briar Stinson, Jacob Strmiska, TBD Daniel Zimmerman, (Softball) Melina Bixby, Sophie Heck, Aug 14 Softball @ Fairfield Tournament Aug 16 Baseball Home vs. New Hope 4:30 pm Gracey Himelick, (Soccer) Mary Ramsey, Taya Rush, (Volleyball) Sania Borom, and Kassidy Drone. Aug 17 Softball Home vs. Cisne 4:30 pm NJCAA 2nd Team — 3.80-3.99 GPA: (Men’s Basket- Aug 19 Softball Home vs. Grayville 4:30 pm ball) Jejuan Weatherspoon, (Women’s Basketball) Ken- Aug 19 Baseball @ Clay City 4:30 pm nadi Harris, (Baseball) Tanner Kelly, Zachary Westphall, Aug 23 Softball @ West Salem 4:15 pm (Softball) Lyndsi Adamson, Lainie Milner, (Women’s Soc4:30 pm cer) Makenna Langenhorst, Olivia Lebrun, Caterina Mar- Aug 23 Baseball @ Grayville Aug 26 Softball @ Lawrenceville 4:30 pm tineau, Rachel Thomas, (Volleyball) Emilee Bishop, Bailey Crisp, and Caelyn Nelson. Aug 26 Baseball Home vs. West Salem 4:30 pm NJCAA 3rd Team — 3.60-3.79 GPA: (Men’s Bas- Aug 28 Softball @ Fairfield Tournament TBD ketball) Trevon Hamilton, (Women’s Basketball) Ices Aug 30 Softball @ Wayne City 4:30 pm Utegg, Dejah Chatman, (Baseball) Jose Cabrera, Beiker Aug 31 Baseball & Softball @ Red Hill 4:30 pm Fuentes, James Meguiar, Stephen Pelli, Jaidan Quinn, Zachary Robinson, Kyle Westfall, (Softball) Regan Bell, Kellene Engelhart, Lily Garbett, Casey Schweitzer, Katherine Smith, (Women’s Soccer) Olivia Butterworth, Leah Minear, Kaylee Thaler, and (Volleyball) Valerie Ramos.
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Canning Classes August 14th and 21st
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Edwards County & Grayville Sports Schedule
Sponsored by Ingram Meridith Funeral Home, P.C. Date Team Time Aug. 12 GJH Baseball/JH Softball @ Eldorado 4:30 Aug. 13 AGS Softball Home vs. West Salem 4:30 Aug. 13 AGS Baseball Home vs. West Salem 4:30 Aug. 14 AGS Softball @ Fairfield Trny. TBA Aug. 16 AGS Softball Home vs. New Hope 4:30 Aug. 16 AGS Baseball @ Mt. Carmel 4:30 Aug. 16 GJH Baseball/JH Softball @ NCOE 4:30 Aug. 17 GJH Baseball/JH Softball @ West Salem 4:30 Aug. 18 AGS Softball @ Cisne 4:15 Aug. 18 AGS Baseball Home vs. Red Hill 4:30 Aug. 19 AGS Baseball @ Cisne 4:30 Aug. 21 AGS Softball @ Lawrenceville Trny. 11:30 Aug. 23 GJH Baseball Home vs. Allendale 4:30 Aug. 23 GHS Volleyball Home vs. Hutsonville 6:15 Aug. 24 ECHS Volleyball Home vs. Carmi(Fr) 6:15 Aug. 24 AGS Softball @ Mt. Carmel 4:30 Aug. 24 GJH Baseball/JH Softball @ Jasper 4:30 Aug. 26 AGS Baseball @ Altamont Lutheran 4:30 Aug. 26 GJH Baseball/JH Softball Home vs. Clay City 4:30 Aug. 26 GHS Volleyball @ Gallatin County 6:00 Aug. 26 ECHS Volleyball Home vs. Mt. Carmel(Fr) 6:15 Aug. 27 ECHS Football home vs. Johnston City 7:00 Aug. 28 AGS Softball @ Fairfield Trny. TBA Aug. 30 ECHS JV Football @ Johnston City 6:15 Aug. 30 GJH Baseball/JH Softball Home vs. Red Hill 4:30 Aug. 31 ECHS Volleyball @ Massac Co. (Fr) 6:00 Aug. 31 AGS Home vs. Grayville 4:30 Aug. 31 GJH Softball @ Albion 4:30 Aug. 31 GHS Volleyball @ Clay City 6:15 Key: AGS - Albion Grade School ECHS - Edwards County High School GJH - Grayville Junior High/ GHS - Grayville High School
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TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly TOPS #2633 West Salem is so happy to honor Leslie Luthe for her great accomplishment on her weight loss. Leslie just joined TOPS in Nov. 2020 and has been very successful. She has earned as a gift from the TOPS Chapter her first TOPS charm and bracelet for losing her first 10 pounds. Leslie has also earned 3 TOPS charms for 12 weeks of consecutive weight loss with NO gains at her TOPS meetings. We are so happy for her. Our TOPS Chapter meets in West Salem, IL on Tuesday mornings at 10 am with a private weight-in and then a short meeting. TOPS is a non-profit weight loss support group, that has been on going from Jan. 21, 1948. You can visit free to see what TOPS is about. We meet at the First Christian Church, 209 W. Church Street, West Salem, IL. Enter on the west side of the fellowship hall from the large parking lot. TOPS is for everyone men and women from ages seven on up. If you would like more information you can text or call Shirley Reid at 618-302-7294, please leave a voice mail if I miss your call. TOPS is Real People Real Weight Loss.
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Moose Lake Fishing Derby A fishing Derby was held at Moose Lake on June 19th sponsored by the Albion Moose Legion Commettee At right: Those participating and winning prizes were: (l-r) 1st place: Yaeger Bearden; Kenzie Simpson; Rowen Bearden; 2nd place: Baylee Seib; 3rd place: Kelsie Simpson
Locals granddaughter to continue volleyball career at Samford University At left: Kaleigh Meritt, daughter of former Grayville residents, Glen and Jennifer Irvine Meritt, recently verbally committed to continue her volleyball career at Samford University a Division I program in Homewood, Alabama. Meritt will be a senior at Reitz High School in Evansville and is one of the top volleyball players in Southern Indiana. Leading her team to their first every Sectional Championship in 2020. She was chosen as the Evansville Courier & Press Metro Player of the Year. The three-year starter has 891 career kills and 553 career digs. She was named Class 4A All-District by the Indiana High School Volleyball Coaches Association last year. Kaleigh is the granddaughter of Glen and Shirley Meritt and Rick and Sandra Irvine from Grayville and Sue Irvine from Mt. Carmel and the great-granddaughter of Flo Meritt and Gertrude Irvine Mason from Grayville and Wayne and Mary Ann Miller from Mt. Carmel.
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Edwards County 4H Equine Show The Edwards County Equine show was held Friday, July 23. The Senior Showmanship winner was Olivia Bosecker, who received a trophy donated by Bailey Enterprises, Inc. In the Junior division, Caesyn Nelson was the Showmanship winner, taking home a trophy donated by Les Smith Atty. The Novice division belt buckle, donated by Bunting Quarter Horse, Don & Nancy Bunting was awarded to Harrison Lovellette. Thank you to our judge David Shain from Mt. Carmel, IL for judging the show and to Dustin Hawkins Integrity Real Estate for providing the sound truck.
Above left: Judge David Shain presented the Les Smith, Attorney, Jr. Showmanship trophy to Caesyn Nelson. Above right: Olivia Bosecker received the Sr. Showmanship trophy from Bailey Enterprises, Inc. Ed Bailey presented along with Judge David Shain.
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New flags, mats, decor, and more! New inspiration gifts will be arriving soon and the toys and teaching supplies are well stocked for last minute classroom needs or early holiday shopping. Above: The Bunting Quarter Horses, Don & Nancy Bunting Novice Showmanship Belt Buckle was awarded to Harrison Lovellette from Judge David Shain.
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Wabash County 4H
Wabash County 4H Home Ec and General Project Show Results: Photography Best of show: Rhiannon Anderson. Food Decorating Best of show: Anna Bromm. Food & Nutrition Beginner best of show: Brooklyn Bertram. Food & Nutrition Advanced best of show: Courtney Potts. Clothing & Textiles best of show: Maria Kennard. Personal Development best of show: Orrin Bromm. Environment & Natural Resources best of show: Courtney Potts. Animal Science Best of Show: Miranda Kennard. Woodworking best of show: Orrin Bromm. Visual Art best of show: Maria Kennard. Plant and Soils best of show: Cole Broster Home and Family best of show: Ailee Seals. Horticulture: Vegetable Gardening best of show: Maria Kennard
Above left: Wabash County 4H Dog Show Best of show: Josie James. Above right: Cat Show Best of Show: Brooklyn Bertram At left: Wabash County 4H Cloverbud members.
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2021 Edwards County Paint Out By Meghan Fearn Edwards County has beauty in abundance. With many antique buildings, town squares, fields, farms, and pastures, the possibilities of capturing beauty through art are endless. On September 25th, the Albion, Illinois Chamber of Commerce and the West Salem Development Association invite all artists to do just this! The Annual 2021 Paint-Out Edwards County will take place at the Country Financial Hall with canvas stamping between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. All canvases must be stamped prior to being painted. Artists are free to explore the county to see what catches their eye. When that special place is found, they can set up their easel and begin painting with any medium they prefer. The artists participating can take a break and enjoy a free lunch from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. New to the 2021 event is a local amateur category. All ages are invited to participate regardless of experience. Event organizers hope professional and amateur artists will line the town squares, trade tips and stories, and draw attention to all that Edwards County has to offer. The event is free to participants and registration forms can be found on the Edward County Paint Out Facebook page or can be obtained by contacting Avery Goodman at 618-445-7833. Registration is due by September 10th. At the end of the evening, all art will be exhibited in an Art Show and Sale from 6:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Country Financial Hall. The Awards for the evening will be presented at 8:00 p.m. and include the following: Professional Plein Air Awards: Best of Show $250, People’s Choice - $250, Best of Edward County -$250, Best of West SaSet the thermostat where you want for a more comfortable home. lem - $100 Local Amateur Awards: Best of Show - $250, Best of Edwards County - $250, People’s Choice - $100, Best of Albion $100, Best of Bone Gap - $100. (Only professional plein air awards will be availon qualified models & installation able for purchase.) The public is invited to attend and participate throughout the day. Whether it be as an amateur artist, by purchasing that perfect piece for your home, voting on the People’s Choice Award, visiting with the artClassic Edge 360, 560 and 760 HDX are U.S. EPA Certified ists throughout the day, or just browsing the days works. It is sure to be a day full of • Highest Efficiency Certified by EPA** creativity and ending with the opportunity to • Peace of Mind - Keep the fire outside and eliminate the enjoy art that highlights the beauty of Eddangers associated with indoor wood heating. wards County. • Save Money - Wood is a renewable, inexpensive
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Sponsored by Fairfield Save-a-lot where you can get low prices everyday! Cucumbers for Freezing - Theresa Reid Ingredients 7 cups thin sliced cucumbers 3 medium onion sliced 1 green pepper chopped 2 cups sugar 1 cup white vinegar ½ teaspoon celery seed 1 tablespoon salt Directions Mix everything together in a large bowl. Refrigerate for 24 hours. Put in containers and freeze! (I just use ziplock quart bags) Mild Tomato Salsa Ingredients 10-1/2 pounds tomatoes (about 35 medium), peeled and quartered 4 medium green peppers, chopped 3 large onions, chopped 2 cans (12 ounces each) tomato paste 1-3/4 cups white vinegar 1/2 cup sugar 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped 1 celery rib, chopped 15 garlic cloves, minced 4 to 5 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup canning salt 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Directions 1. In a large stockpot, cook tomatoes, uncovered, over medium heat 20 minutes. Drain, reserving 2 cups liquid. Return tomatoes to the pot. 2. Stir in green peppers, onions, tomato paste, vinegar, sugar, red pepper, celery, garlic, jalapenos, can-
ning salt, hot pepper sauce and reserved tomato liquid. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 1 hour, stirring frequently. 3. Ladle hot mixture into 10 hot 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. 4. Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 20 minutes. Remove jars and cool. Favorite Bread & Butter Pickles Ingredients 20 cups sliced cucumbers (about 12 medium) 3 cups sliced onions (about 4 medium) 1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced 1 medium green pepper, sliced 3 quarts ice water 1/2 cup canning salt 6 cups sugar 6 cups white vinegar 3 tablespoons mustard seed 3 teaspoons celery seed 1-1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Directions Place cucumbers, onions and peppers in a large bowl. In another large bowl, mix ice water and salt; pour over vegetables. Let stand 3 hours. Rinse vegetables and drain well. Pack vegetables into eleven hot 1-pint jars to within 1/2 in. of the top. In a Dutch oven, bring sugar, vinegar, mustard seed, celery seed, turmeric and cloves to a boil. Carefully ladle hot liquid over vegetable mixture, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace,
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August 2021 Edwards and Wabash County Senior Center Menus - Sponsored by The First National Bank
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EC -Cheeseburger, Pickles, Onion, Onion Rings Pickled Beets, Ice Cream WC - Country Fried Steak, Potatoes & Gravy, Corn, Biscuit, Fruit
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EC - Salmon Patties Cooked Cabbage, Mac & Cheese, Pudding
WC - Reddi Rib, Corn, Potato Wedges, Dessert
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EC - Shrimp, Baked Potato, Butter/Sour Cream, Veg. Salad, Fruit WC - Salisbury Steak, Potatoes & Gravy, Green Beans, Pudding
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EC - Pork Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Pork Gravy, Veg Blend, Fruit WC - Chicken Strips, Tator Tots, Mixed Veg. Fruit
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EC -Ham, Sweet Potatoes, Pinto Beans, Deviled Eggs, Cookies
WC - Chicken & Noodles, Mixed Vegetables, Biscuit, Cookie
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EC - Swedish Meatballs w/ Noodles, Lima Beans, Brownie WC - Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, Potatoes, Cookie
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EC - Country Fried 17) EC -Chicken Strips 18) EC - Ham & Beans Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Fried Okra, Broccoli Salad Fried Potatoes, Tomato Cookies Salad, Cornbread, Fruit White Gravy, Broccoli, Fruit WC - Ch. Burger, Lettuce WC -Sloppy Joe on Bun, WC - BBQ on Bun, Macaroni & Tomato, Steak Fries, Tator Tots, Gr. Beans, Fruit Salad, Pickle & Onion, Fruit Applesauce
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EC -BBQ Pork on Bun Potato Wedges, Slaw Pickles, Onion, Fruit
WC - Fairground Fish on Bun, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Cake
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EC - Fried Chicken Mashed Potatoes, White Gravy, Gr. Beans, Fruit WC - Lasagna, Broccoli Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert
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EC - Broccoli Cheese Soup, Turkey Sandwich Kidney Bean Salad, Crackers, Cake WC -Corn Dog, Carrots, Tator Tots, Dessert
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w/ Lettuce, Tomato, Ham, Turkey, Onion, Shredded Cheese, Chopped eggs, Crackers, Ice Cream
WC - Taco Salad, Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, Tortilla Chips, Baked Apple
19)EC - Ld Baked Potato: 20) EC - Fish, Macaroni & w/ Diced Ham, Diced Turkey, Peppers, Onions,, Sh Cheese, Nacho Cheese, Sr Cream & Butter,
Cheese, Baked Beans Slaw, Fruit
WC - Chicken Salad on Pudding Croissant, Cottage Cheese, WC - Hams, Yams, Green Chips, Dessert Beans, Roll, Dessert 23) EC - Salisbury Steak 24) EC - Chicken Livers 25) EC - Beef & Noodles 26) EC - Sweet & Sour 27) EC - Chili, Cheese Chicken, Rice, Spring Mashed Potatoes, Br.Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli Salad, Sandwich, Rolls, Jell-O Pickled Beets, Fruit Lima Beans, Pudding Pudding Crackers, Cobbler WC - Fried Chicken, WC - Meatballs & Gravy, WC - Breaded Tend. Sand., WC -Fish on Bun, Potato WC - Pizza, Salad, Potatoes & Gravy, Corn, Let. & Tom. , Steak Fries, Noodles, Mixed Veg., Salad, Baked Beans, Breadstick, Fruit Roll, Dessert Pudding Dessert Dessert
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Dressing, Sweet Potatoes Green Beans, Fruit WC -Beef & Noodles, Gr. Beans, Biscuit, Dessert
1) EC - Chicken Parmesan 2) Vegetable Blend, Pasta Salad, Cookies WC -Spaghetti, Carrots, Salad, Breadstick, Cookie
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WC -Chef Salad w/Ham, Turkey, Let., Tom., Onion, Sh. Cheese, Ch. Eggs, Crackers, Cottage Ch., Fruit
To order a meal in Edwards County please call by 9:30 am. Albion- 618-445-2017 • Grayville- 618-375-7777 • West Salem-618-456-3600
Suggested donation for those 60+ in Edwards County is $5.00. Under 60, (unless married to someone 60+) the cost is not a suggested donation and is $7.00.
In Wabash County call 618-262-7403 60 and older $4.25, under 60 $6.25, students $5.00, children 12 and younger $4.25 Page 20 • Hometown Voice • August 2021
Edwards County 4H Small Pets Show The Edwards County 4-H Small Pets Show was held on Sunday, July 25th. Don St. Ledger was the judge. Kayleigh Sanford was chosen as the Jr. Small Pets Champion and received the trophy presented by Colyer Coffeehouse and Brayden Sanford was chosen as the Sr. Small Pets Champion and received the trophy from Rigg Family Care Pharmacy.
Judge Don St. Ledger and 2021 Edwards County Fair Queen presented Brayden Sanford the Rigg Familycare Pharmacy trophy after being named Champion in the Sr. Division of Small Pets.
Skylar Greathouse received the Reserve Grand Champion ribbon from Edwards County Fair Queen Hayley Buerster.
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Kayleigh Sanford was named Jr. Small Pet Champion and received the Colyer Coffeehouse trophy from Judge Don St. Ledger and 2021 Edwards County Fair Queen Hayley Buerster.
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Edwards County 4H Rabbit Show The Edwards County 4-H Rabbit show was held Sunday, July 25 at COUNTRY Financial Hall. In the New Zealand division, Kaylie Vallette showed Best of Breed and Kylar VanMatre showed the Best Opposite. In the Californians, Aleya Bare was named Best of Breed and Best Opposite. In the Mini-Rex division, Skylar Greathouse showed Best of Breed and Best Opposite. In the Lops, Aleya Bare showed Best of Breed and Hannah Bare Best Opposite. In the Other Pure Breeds Small division, Hayley Perry was the Best of Breed and Kaylie Vallette showed the Best Opposite. In the Other Pure Breeds Large division, Brayden Childers was named Best of Breed and Kylar VanMatre the Best Opposite. In the Mixed Breeds division, Harrison Lovellette showed the Best of Breed and Best Opposite. The Grand Champion Rabbit was shown by Aleya Bare. She received a banner donated by Steve Thomson, Country Insurance. The Reserve Grand Champion Rabbit was shown by Skylar Greathouse. In the Market class, Grand Champion Market Rabbit was awarded to Skylar Greathouse. She received a banner donated by Herschel Johnson Implement, Inc. The Reserve Grand Champion Aleya Bare showed the Grand Champion Market Rabbit was Rabbit and received the Steve Thomsonshown by Grace COUNTRY Financial banner from EdGlover. Hannah wards County Fair Queen Hayley BuerPerry was awarded ster. the Rabbit Showmanship trophy donated by Jo Rector and Family. Thanks to Mike Claypool for judging the show.
Above: Hannah Perry received the Showmanship award from Jo Rector, Harrison Lovellette and 2021 Edwards County Fair Queen Hayley Buerster.
2021 Edwards County Fair Queen Hayley Buerster presented the Herschel Johnson Implement, Inc. Grand Champion Market Rabbit banner to Skylar Greathouse. At left: Grace Glover received the Reserve Grand Champion Market Rabbit ribbon from 2021 Edwards County Fair Queen Hayley Buerster.
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Wabash County 4H Swine Show
Above left: Champion Gilt: Harper Warnken. Above middle: Senior Swine Showmanship: Gage Kennard. Above right: Junior Swine Showmanship: Zander Warnken.
At left: Best of Show Intermediate Swine Showmanship: Rylie Broster. Above: Champion Market Swine: Zander Warnken
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Wabash County 4H Horse Show
Wabash County 4H Horse Show Results: Horse Best of Show: Reese Price
Mt. Carmel Jr/Sr High School Sports Schedule
Sponsored by Little Italy’s Pizza Date Aug 12 Aug 12 Aug 13 Aug 13 Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 18 Aug 18 Aug 19 Aug 23 Aug 23 Aug 23 Aug 23 Aug 24 Aug 24
Team Golf (Boys V) Golf (Girls V) Baseball (Boys JH) Softball (Girls JH) Softball (Girls JH) Golf (Boys V) Baseball (Boys JH) Golf (Boys V) Golf (Boys V) Golf (Girls V) Golf (Girls V) Golf (Boys V) Golf (Girls V) Tennis (Girls V) Volleyball (Girls V) Golf (Boys V) Softball (Girls JH)
Event Mt. Carmel Invite Mt. Carmel Invite Wayne City High Wayne City Jr High Casey Westfield Robinson High School Albion Grade School Harrisburg High School Robinson High School Robinson High School Gibson Southern Hamilton Co. Jr/Sr Hamilton Co. Jr/Sr Newton Comm Carmi-White Co Lawrenceville Albion Grade School
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Event Start Time Effingham St. Anthony 5:15 PM Harrisburg High School 4:00 PM Richland County 4:00 PM Edwards County 5:15 PM Effingham St. Anthony 5:15 PM Red Hill High School 7:00 PM Evansville Harrison 9:00 AM Patriot Invitational 9:00 AM Vincennes Tournament 9:00 AM Effingham St. Anthony 10:00 AM Effingham St. Anthony 1:45 PM Flora Jr High School 4:30 PM Flora Jr High School 4:30 PM Oblong High School 5:15 PM Fairfield Jr-Sr High School 4:00 PM Carmi-White County 4:00 PM Nuttall MS - Robinson 4:30 PM Nuttall MS - Robinson 4:30 PM
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Reminders - By Daisy Roser
By Daisy Roser It was quite a sobering realization at the time.I nearly cried. The rising tears might have been due to complete exhaustion, or the all-consuming heat outside, but the other day when I was working, I looked down at my hands, and a lump rose in my throat. I was taking a few seconds break from a job, had just picked up my water bottle, and I thought... Wow, My hands are big. I had never really thought about it before, never stopped to notice that in comparison with the small, smooth hands of my friends, my hands were thicker, more powerful hands with rather stumpy fingers. I have a friend who has soft hands. Her skin is smooth and uncalloused. Before this moment I had always noticed this distantly, simply observing it as another random fact. But then, for a second, I remembered it with jealousy. Looking down at my hands I remembered some cartoons, those old princess movies, where all the girls had those perfect, slender fingers, long and graceful, with perfectly manicured fingernails at the ends. I thought of another friend whose fingers are long and thin and straight... in a flash of a moment, I could again see my red, work-hardened hands next to the perfectly golden tanned hands of others. Wow, my fingers are stubby. How have I never noticed these scars on the back of my left hand? How did I even get them there? My fingernails were cracked and cut off in jagged lines at random places, caked with dirt and stained with hours in the sun. Running the pad of my thumb over my palm, I noticed the thick calluses that lined my skin. The calluses extend all the way up to my knuckles, thick and defined from carrying hay bales. Both of my pinky fingers have an odd crook in them, and my knuckles are big and knobby. And the reason that I nearly cried was that I had the realization that my hands would never be pretty hands. They’d never be soft and small. My fingernails would rarely be clean and would never be long and mani-
cured. I would never be able to erase the freckles lining the backs of my hands, or those scars from that epic bike wreck three years ago. As an author, I like to pride myself on having good observational skills. I like to think I notice things that no one else would. And while it might seem creepy, all the things I notice about people and things are for character description and drawing purposes. So I notice that my sister has really cold hands and that it’s more fun to hold wrinkly hands than young hands. I notice things, and looking back to my recent neartear realization, I remember that random physical attributes always say something about the person who owns them. A frown line could mean that someone has had a lot of life, or it could mean that they are generally unpleasant people. Grey hair normally means wisdom. Calluses normally mean work. Sunburns speak of sunshine. When shaking my Dad’s and Papa’s hands, they are calloused. They’ve gotten calluses from years of work providing for their wives and kids. Calluses are from farming, being a large animal veterinarian, hay baling, and sweet corn picking. Dad’s hands are work-hardened hands, they are strong hands, safe hands, loving hands. Our hands, faces, scars, and freckles all tell stories. Those scars on the back of my hand are a horrifying story about why not to speed downhill on rain-slicked pavement. Those calluses on my hands are not something to be ashamed of, they mean I’ve worked. The freckles on my hands and arms remind me of good times out in the sunshine, working, riding my horse, swimming in a dreadfully unsanitary pond with siblings or friends. The scar line on the end of my pointer, where I almost cut off the end of my finger, constantly reminds me not to chop potatoes the way I did that one time. And thinking about it, my hands tell so many stories now, at just fourteen, I can hardly imagine the kind of stories they will tell in twenty years, thirty years, fifty years. What daring deeds these do in to half Stop by Monday - Friday 8 amwill to 5 pm and hands Saturday 8 am 12 pm and check new fresh cut meat case andsins frozen a century’s time?outOrthemore importantly, what will food we have available. You’ll never know what youon will find!26 continued page
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Reminders - Continued
continued from page 25 marks on our bodies or minds. Decisions and actions leave scars. For some people, the consequences of their actions are written on their skin, and for others, there will be more lasting consequences for the decisions they make and the things that they do. Consequences that will go beyond our mortal bodies and temporary skin and last eternally. Freckles and calluses are nothing in comparison with that punishment. In fact, oftentimes, these temporal scars are something to be proud of. I’m not at all saying this in a twenty-first-century way, that our scars are beautiful and that we should all just embrace our imperfections and love one another for who we are. I’m not saying that scars are beautiful, mostly because sometimes they aren’t. Sometimes our scars are physically disfiguring, sometimes they tell an ugly story. I’m just saying that the scars we own have meaning. Each time we look at these physical reminders, we should see something bigger, whether it be a story from our past or the scars of our savior. Because even these minuscule scars can be used as a reference to Christ and the scars and pain He took for us.
8th Annual AGS Back to School 5K Dash on August 28th 5k Award Categories Runners
Top Male and Female Finisher to receive a medal and an award. Medals will be given out for the top two male and female finishers in the following categories:
10 & Under 11-14 years 15-19 years 20-24 years 25-29 years 30-34 years 35-39 years 40-44 years 45-49 years 50-54 years 55 & Over
Walkers
Top male and female finisher will receive a medal and an award. Top ten finishers will receive a medal
Awards
RUNNERS: Overall male/female finishers and 1st and 2nd place awards in each age category WALKERS: Overall male/female finishers and top ten finishers
Kid’s Fun Run( Ages 10 and Under) FREE Kids Fun Run ( reg. still must be signed up!) Kid’s Fun Run Registration will end at 9:00 am Run will begin at approx. 9:15 am All finishers in Kids Fun Run receive a medal (Kid’s T- Shirt must be ordered by August 9 reg. date the cost is $10.00/shirt and it will be available on the day of the race at the registration table)
Run/Walk Registration Form Name: ______________________________
Enclosed is my entry fee, payable to: Albion Grade School PTO.
Mail to: Seily Gerlach 110 Hillcrest Dr. Albion, IL 62086
Address:_____________________________ City:______________State:_____Zip:____ Phone:______________________________ E-mail:______________________________ Age on Race Day:_ _______ Circle One: Male
Female
Circle One: runner / walker*/ kids run
* If you plan to run any of the course please register as a runner!
__Lions on the Run Program( Kids 6-10 who
would like a buddy to complete the 5k course with them)
Shirt Size (circle one): Youth Sizes: YS(6-8) YM(10-12) Adult Sizes: S M
Online entry:
www.runsignup.com/Race/IL/Albion/AGS BacktoSchool5KDash
YL (14-16) L XL
(** Kid’s Fun Run Shirts $10.00 each; if you are registered for the fun run and do not want to purchase a shirt do not fill out the sizing information; payment for shirt is due with your form) Waiver: In submitting this entry, I, intending to be legally bound for my heirs, executors and administrators, waive, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims that may hereafter accrue to me against the event sponsors, event volunteers, and their officers, directors, agents, successors, and/or assigns for any and all injuries suffered by me at this event. I attest and verify that I am physically fit and sufficiently trained for the competition of this event.
Signed:_____________________________ (Parent or guardian must sign if applicant is under 18 years of age.)
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Everyone
Both races start and finish at Albion Grade School 361 W. Main Street Albion, IL (Elementary Doors) Post-run snack “Like” us on Facebook at AGS Back to School 5k Dash!
5K Participants
5k late Reg./ Packet Pick up: 7:00 – 7:45am Start Time: 5K run/walk 8:00am - All ages welcome Chip-timed by To the Finish, LLC $20 per participant entry fee for 5K; Family of 4 or more $70.00 $25 entry fee day of the race Kids Ages 6 -10: Want to run the 5k but need a little extra encouragement? Run with a buddy with the Lions On The Run Program! Simply register for the race and designate that you would like to participate. We will contact your parents! (Just be sure to preregister) T-shirt provided to those who pre-register for the 5K by August 6, 2021 (shirts may be available but are not guaranteed after this)
Wabash County Ag in the Classroom’s Staci Roberts partners up with Wabash County U of I Extension’s Megan Pierson and presented a fun “What’s in your Lunchbox?” lesson to the school age students at Wabash Valley College’s Small World. After reading Chris Butterworth’s book “HOW DID THAT GET IN MY LUNCHBOX? THE STORY OF FOOD,” the students cut out a hand outline, and wrote their favorite food from each food group on a finger. Then on the palm of the hand the students were asked to write their favorite exercise they do. This activity encourages the students to pack their lunchbox with foods Megan Pierson, U of I Extension, wraps up the “What’s in your Lunch- from every food group and rebox?” lesson with Wabash Valley College’s Small World school age stu- minds them to exercise daily. dents. Megan and Staci will visit WVC Small World one more time before school starts.
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August Birthdays Happy 9th Birthday
Blake Groff
August 2nd
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Love, Seaton & Laurie Happy 7th Birthday Clark McDaniel
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3 options: Name and birthday only - $5.00 Small ad - $20 (can include one photo) Large ad - $40 (can include up to 3 photos). All options are due by the 20th of the prior month and must be paid for in advance. Contact Laurie Snidle at 618-919-1941; hometownvoice2019@gmail.com; or 1069 County Road 200 E, Albion, IL 62806
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Have a GREAT time at the Wabash County Chamber AG Days! “Put A Little Spice In Your Life”
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