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Happy New Year to you and happy birthday to us. This will be the third year of this little publication that tells you stories and tidbits about the local folks - your friends and neighbors. It’s not always been easy, but it has been interesting.

Someone asked once, “You like the little guys don’t you?” My answer was “Yep!” I’m all about the little shop owners, the independents, the ones that don’t get much recognition but deserve it just the same. Maybe it’s because my dad is one - a small business owner and I was raised seeing all the hard work it takes.

So in this month’s Business Today we’ll visit 64 Garage, a business that’s gone from father to son and been going for years.

We’ve also got a new feature for you, a little bit of local history as seen through Picturing the Past from local historian, Greg Wright. Welcome!

Get cozy, take a break, grab a mug of something warm and see what’s been going on with your friends and neighbors. Best wishes for the New Year!

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Picturing the Past Story and photos: Greg Wright

The Gibson County Courthouse

It is exciting to take a historical look at our county and its landmarks as we go back in time and begin “Picturing the past.”

Considered by current and former citizens to be the “Gem” of Gibson County, the courthouse was built in the mid 1880’s, and was the third building to occupy the Princeton, Indiana square. Its beautiful romanesque revival architecture displays excellent craftsmanship and design.

Louisville, Kentucky, architects Roy and Kenneth McDonald, designed the structure gathering ideas from the newly built Johnson County Courthouse in Franklin, Indiana.

Joseph Miller from Washington, Indiana, was chosen as the contractor with an original bid of $118,000. Material and labor overruns added to the final cost of the courthouse reaching $186,000,

nearly $5 million in today’s money.

Construction began in October,1883 and the courthouse would be occupied by 1886. A celebration was held in the summer of 1884 and the cornerstone was laid on Tuesday, June 17th,1884. The cornerstone is located on the northeast corner of the structure about 13 feet from ground level. Inside the cornerstone is a sealed copper box “time capsule” that contains interesting artifacts from the era.

Contents include: local newspapers, letters and documents from important area individuals and organizations, vials of corn and wheat, and most interestingly, a set of 1880’s false teeth. Inscribed on the cornerstone are the names of the county Cover photo: 1899 courthouse without clock.

The courthouse in 1940.

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Picturing the Past Continued Pictured left: Some of the adornments that were orginally a top the courthouse.

Pictured right: the courthouse in 1950, at Christmas.

commissioners, the architects, and the date of 1884. As the clock tower grew skyward, a 2000 pound bell was installed in 1885. In December, 1885, contractor Joseph Miller tragically committed suicide only a few months before the completion of the building.

A few early adornments on the courthouse roof were removed within the first 30 years of the facility’s existence. (see photo above) These included lightning rods on the four corner spires, bulb shaped decorations above the east entrance, and a “statue of justice” overlooking the east side of the square. In fact the pole the statue was installed on can be seen today rising above the 1884 date

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The photo on the front cover was taken just before the turn of the 20th century and shows the center tower before funds were raised to purchase the expensive clock mechanism which was installed in 1900. Also seen are one of many “town water pumps” and an iron fence around the courtyard.

Join us next month as we explore the Fort Branch railroad depot in Picturing the Past.

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As the Vet Says -

-Dr. Marybeth Feutz, Princeton Veterinary Hospital

Is My Pet in Pain?

Do you know how to tell if your pet is hurting? Some signs of pain in our pets are obvious, like limping or whining. But sometimes, especially as our pets develop arthritis, it can be harder to tell when our pets are hurting. Here are a few things to look for to help you know if your pets aren’t feeling their best.

1. Having trouble getting up from sitting or laying down, especially first thing in the morning or after sitting for a long time.

2. Not wanting to go down or up the stairs.

3. Having trouble jumping (like your cat jumping up on your bed or your dog jumping in or out of your car).

4. Walking stiffly when they start to move but looking more comfortable as they walk farther (more noticeable in bigger dogs).

Arthritis is common in all pets as they get older.

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but we can help you manage your pet’s pain, and we can give you some tips and tricks to help your pets get around better.

Soft pet beds, blankets, or towels for your furry family members to lay on will help cushion those bones and keep them more comfortable while they are resting. If stairs are troubling your pets, try moving their food, water, litter boxes, and favorite sleeping blankets so they are all on the same level of your home.

That will help decrease the number of times your pets need to go up and down the stairs.

If jumping is the problem, a small step stool can be very helpful. Put a small step or a box at the end of your bed so your pets can still sleep with you or carry a small portable step stool in the back of your car, so your dogs can still go for a ride.

Your veterinarian can also prescribe some medicines that can manage your pets’ arthritis pain and help them feel more comfortable.

If you have more questions about arthritis in your pets, need more tips to help them feel more comfortable, or think your pet might benefit from some medication, give us a call! We can give your pet a physical examination and give you some tips and ideas on how you can help your pet feel more comfortable. Call us at 812-385-2733, or visit us at PrincetonVet.net. We are always accepting new patients, no appointment needed!

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Country Connections

By Jennifer MacKay

It’s no secret we live in an area where farms are all around us. We pass by and see farmers plowing their fields to plant seed or harvesting crops as their primary way of living. But there is another type of farm that doesn’t seem to get the attention it deserves. The hobby farm.

I recently sat down with Alicia Bell of Bell Family Farm and her two little boys and discussed what makes her hobby farm special. Alicia is a single mother of two amazing boys. For approximately the last four years through their little farm, she has taught the boys about the circle of life, compassion for animals and how to be strong independent young men.

I asked Alicia what made her decide to start a farm like this and she stated she was raised going to her grandmother’s house in the country who allowed the grandkids to have ducks, chickens and horses at her property and she helped tend to them. As an adult she knew city life was not for her...and eventually Bell Family Farm was born.

One of my favorite aspects of their farm is her animal rescue efforts. Alicia and her boys are known to rescue, rehabilitate and release or find homes for a variety of animals over the years. They have taken in litters of

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kittens, raccoons, an injured homing pigeon, a goose and most recently a large number of chicks and baby ducks from a store that was not giving them proper care. She does this all on a Raylen, Alicia and Vayden Bell single mother’s income.

Over this past year, Alicia has been dealing with a skin cancer issue and a breast cancer scare that required her to have three different surgeries, with more possibly looming in her future. You can imagine that is not an easy thing to deal with on top of raising two busy boys, working full time and managing to take care of all these animals. I asked if she has backup on days she might be down and out of commission. She said her mom is a great help when she needs it, but her oldest Vayden is able and willing to get most of the chores done all on his own. Talk about a responsible kid! It’s amazing what some chores and a little hard work can teach kids on how to be well rounded adults in the future. Vayden is only age 11 and he can already skin and clean a rabbit by himself! Her youngest, Raylen age six, is still learning but he also helps with feeding and cleaning up after the animals. I asked her boys if they intend to have a farm one day when they are grown and although they weren’t completely sure, they did say they probably would.

On a single income with every day bills, Alicia must also buy feed, hay, often times medicine and various materials needed to keep the animals healthy and their homes safe and secure. They do sell a number of eggs to local customers as well as meat rabbits that they raise and process to help sustain the farm, but sometimes that is just not enough. Every year Alicia asks the local community for donations of their leftover pumpkins from Halloween and fall displays as a special treat for her pig named Quill that roams the farm. She will come pick them up from you and Quill greatly appreciates the donations.

I personally wanted to write about Alicia and her kids due to the help she lends to animals needing a home or rehabilitative medical care. Many people that are aware of what she does often call her to see if she can take in a stray or a litter of kittens or various other animals needing help. But she does it without asking for anything from anyone. People that do this for animals rate very high in my book. I feel as individuals we can’t always

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help every creature out there, but there are people who still try. There are people who aren’t asking for a handout but maybe deserve one from time to time.

I asked her what kinds of things she could use if someone had something they could donate toward her efforts. The most obvious would be financial donations like a gift card from Rural King to help towards feed or items to keep them healthy.

Other items may include unused hay you may no longer need from your Halloween or Thanksgiving display as well as The Bell family with their animals. the pumpkins I mentioned earlier. Spare building materials or fencing you have sitting around not being used are always useful to keep up with repairs on pens as well as future builds for later expansion.

Alicia credits a lot of her knowledge to google research and having a good veterinarian. Her advice for others wanting to start something similar, is do your research. Know what you are getting into because it is definitely a lot of hard work. She intends to continue her farm and helping animals as long as her health allows her to. If you know someone that has a hobby farm and helps animals in need with care similar to what Alicia and her boys do, I encourage you to consider keeping them in mind when you have items I mentioned above that you no longer need. If you would like to reach out to Alicia directly about her little farm life or want to help in any way, her email address is: aehptown@aol.com and her Farm Facebook group page to follow her farm is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/751851728248301/

By Bill Sheehe

At the recent 2018 Awards Banquet for the Indiana Junior Beef Cattle Association (IJBCA) held in Noblesville, Indiana, Shelby Meade of rural Patoka, Indiana was awarded a director’s chair for exhibiting the 2018 Points Champion Salers Heifer. In addition to the director’s chair, Shelby was selected to receive the third overall prize of a new Sullivan’s grooming chute.

The IJBCA oversees an eight month schedule of cattle shows around the Photo provided: Shelby Meade state for young show men and women between 9 and 21. The season ending banquet honors the Champion and Reserve Champion Steers and Heifers from numerous breeds of cattle.

Shelby has been showing beef cattle for three years.

Besides showing cattle through the IJBCA show circuit, Shelby has exhibited cattle at the Indiana State Fair, Kentucky State Fair, in addition to the Gibson County 4-H Fair.

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Wildlife Photography with Ron Young

Oakland City Columbia Township Public Library will be hosting Ron Young, an active wildlife photographer on January 15th at 5pm in the Library meeting room.

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Holiday Events & Fundraisers

Haubstadt Held Holiday Expo

Kappa Omega Makes 37 Years

These ladies were part of the 37th annual Kappa Omega Craft Fair in Ft. Branch, Saturday, December 1st.

Shelly Willis (left) talks with a shopper.

The old Haubstadt gym was full of crafts and vendors Saturday, December 1st.

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Jenny Mason (right) of Alterations & More had a good supply of Tupperware.

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Backyard Birds

By Guest Writer, Shawn Keith

This little guy just might be the cutest visitor to your backyard. The tiny beak, short neck and narrow tail just begins to describe the Carolina Chickadee. Less than five inches in length and weighing less than 0.5 oz makes for a very small visitor. The cap and bib are black, the cheeks white with a soft gray back give him a striking appearance. The black cap extends down just below the black eyes, making them difficult to see. A little over 4.0” in length, with a wingspan of a little over 7.0” this little bird weighs in at a little under 0.4 oz.

Carolina Chickadees visit feeders for sunflower seeds, peanut chips, and suet. During the winter season they will live in flocks of two to eight birds and defend against other flocks invading their territory. The pair bond between a male and female Carolina Chickadee can

Gardening Goodies Dieffenbachia “Dumb Cane”

by Guest Writer, Kevin Smith

Dieffenbachias have some of the most beautiful mix of green and white or yellow foliage you will ever find on an indoor plant. It’s also quite versatile and will take some neglect but still will do well. It’s not as hardy as the ‘Snake Plant/’Mother-In-Laws Tongue’, but not as difficult as some other house plants.

However, I’m sure you noticed the common name for the Dieffenbachia is ‘Dumb Cane’. They are poisonous, but rarely cause death. The plants contain a sap that if put in the mouth or eyes can cause swelling, numbness and some pain. This is why the common name is “Dumb Cane’. When the sap is put in the mouth, the swelling can cause the person to not be able to speak for awhile. If you do happen to get some sap on your hands/fingers, wash your hands immediately.

Light-To maintain a healthy plant it should be placed in a spot where it gets indirect bright light. However, if it’s placed in bright light, the leaves will scorch, become too dark, and you’ll be left with a leggy and sickly plant.

Watering-Water your Dumb Cane really well until you see the water coming out in the saucer. Then let it alone for awhile, to dry out a bit. They do NOT like to be waterlogged. To see if it needs a drink, stick your finger into the soil near the roots, down to your knuckle. If the soil is damp don’t water; if it’s feeling dry, give it a drink.

Humidity-Dumb Canes like some humidity, so place the pot on some rocks in a saucer. Fill the saucer up to the tops of the rocks.This will cause some humidity for the plant. Mist it once or twice a day if you’d like.

Fertilize-Fertilize your Dumb Cane every other week with a good all purpose fertilizer. Fertilize during the months of April through the months of August or September.

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remain intact for several years. If a nest attempt fails, a female may seek out a new male in a different territory.

Consider putting up a nest box to attract a breeding pair. Nesting habitat is Forest, open woodland or town. Nest box can be attached to a pole, dead tree, live tree or post. Installing a guard to protect them from predators from climbing to the nest box is advisable. The nesting period begins early March and runs through the end of June so, put up a box no later than February to attract those that are looking to start a family.

Clutch size is 3-10 eggs Number of broods 1 Incubation period is 12 -15 days Nestling period is 16 -19 days Place the box around 5ft high with a round entrance hole of 1 and ⅛” in diameter. The nest compartment must have a 5 and ½” square floor inside with wall height being 8”.

Temperatures-They like to be kept in temps that are 60 degrees to 80 degrees. Also, keep it out of cold drafts. This can cause them to drop leaves and/or turn brown.

Repotting-Only repot your plant when you see the roots coming out of the drainage holes. Pick a pot that is about 1”-2” bigger around than the pot that it’s in. Put about 1”-2” layer of a good all purpose potting soil on top of the drainage material. Take your plant out of its current home and place in its new one. Fill all around with soil, firmly pressing it in. Place potting soil on the top, so there’s about 1/2” of space from the top of the pot to the top of the soil. Firmly press the soil. Water well until you see the water coming out of the pot’s drainage holes.

Dieffenbachias are pretty plants. Their leaves have beautiful patterns on them. These patterned leaves add a great contrast to your all green houseplants. If taken care of properly, you will have a lush and gorgeous plant that will be a stately addition to your home.

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Veteran’s Voice

by Julie Elmore, Oakland City Columbia Twp. Library Director

Cooking for One or Two

Ever think why bother to cook when it’s just yourself? Jenny Ridao with the Purdue Extension Office will show you it’s easier than you think when she presents Cooking for One or Two at the Oakland City-Columbia Township Public Library on January 17th at 12 noon. Kick off the new year with a committment to eating healthy and learning a few new tips for cooking in small batches. This is a free event; however registration is required and space is limited. To register contact the library via Facebook or by calling 812-749-3559.

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“I wish I had a nickel for every time I ...”. When I get quiet and close my eyes, I can hear my dad’s voice repeating these words that I heard so many times growing up. Being so much smarter than my dad at the time (irony intended), it never really made sense to me. Now of course, it does.

As I find myself becoming more and more like my dad, I now hear myself saying it. Today, I wish that I had a nickel for every time I heard someone say that they would volunteer… if only someone would come and ask them. Well, here I am folks. I’m here to tell you about a fantastic opportunity to serve and ask for your support.

The American Legion/VFW Honor Guard exists to honor the lives and service of America’s heroes when they pass from this world. This is achieved by providing military honors at veterans’ funerals, an entitlement that is afforded every honorably discharged U.S. veteran.

Like so many other things in our world however, enthusiasm for this service is dwindling rapidly. Through natural attrition, participation is on the decline and, if left unchecked, will soon go by the wayside and become just a fond memory.

The requirements are simple. You need only be an honorably discharged veteran yourself, be a member of the Legion or VFW (or agree to join), and be willing to give a small portion of your time to honor our brothers and sisters who, like you at one point, answered our country’s call to arms. Speaking from personal experience, I can tell you that it is an honor and privilege like no other.

Let me encourage you to consider joining the team. If you feel like it may be something that would interest you, please give me a call. I’d be happy to answer any questions you might have and explain how you can make a tremendous difference.

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B usiness T oday Photos & story Jancey Smith

Rolling the Family Business Along for Over 40 Years . . .

What began as a family business in July, 1977, has continued for 42 years, from father to youngest son.

Bud Turpin bought the building across from where F&M was on Hwy. 64. Don and then Hershel Lynch had an AMC car dealership in that spot. There the Turpins ran 64 Garage until August, 1997, when they moved down the road a bit closer to town. Most recently the original location was the home of a fire station, Appleberries Gifts and is now a hair salon.

Bud has always been a car guy and his youngest son, Scot followed in his dad’s footsteps. Many years their car, it could be razors, it doesn’t matter,” Scot ago, Bud worked for Horace White in a garage at the offered. He’s even been known to go to a customers main intersection in home and change a kitchen light bulb.

Patoka. He then spent Turpin’s is a family business and Scot finds it neat years working for Hank that it is patronized by families. Generations come to Lamar at City Motors to Turpins for auto work. It’s about trust and doing the take care of the passel job right. Just like your plumber or dentist, you want a of kids he and Joan mechanic you can trust. It’s small town, friendly and raised. While at City all about the service.

Motors, Bud was the The employees are also like part of the family at parts and service 64 Garage. Scot readily admits, “We couldn’t do it manager all in one. He without them.” Some have come and gone, but the did very well juggling core group is dedicated and have been with them Scot and LeAnne Turpin those positions and won between 10-35 years. They laugh, joke and share both many plaques, trips and awards from 1967-1976, good and bad times together. most notably the Ford Masters Club.

One of the things Scot enjoys about working on Taking shop classes in high school, Scot always automobiles is that it’s knew he was drawn to the automotive industry. He always something and his wife, LeAnne, bought the shop from his new. Everyday is parents in 2001. Scot had learned the family business different with a new well. and his parents’ impact was enormous. problem or project.

“Everything I learned about the business, I learned “Changing the parts from them,” Scot admits. He cited examples of the isn’t hard. It’s the emphasis on customer service. But he also admitted figuring out what’s that his dad was a bit of a prankster and liked to have wrong is the puzzle.” fun at work. He often played jokes on people.

“My favorite part of running 64 Garage is our Turpin’s faithful crew: Left: Gene McGee who worked for Bud since customers. They’re great. I like talking to them, ‘84. Center: Dave Williams has 10 years of service. Right: Brad helping them out. We may not even be talking about Kelly who started in 2001, when Scot and LeAnne bought the shop.

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real happy anyway, so it makes for more tension.

There are also times you get called to a wreck and there are scenes impressed into your mind that you’ll never forget. “No, I don’t miss the towing at all,� Scot admitted.

The family business tradition continues today.

Scot and LeAnne’s daughter, Julie helps in the daily operation of the shop. As far

The hardest part of the business was the towing aspect. You’re on call every hour of every day. That means the middle of the night, during family holidays or even dinner, you could get called out. If someone’s getting their car towed, they’re probably not

Scot’s corner office with job tickets hanging and referance manuals on hand.

as the future and goals, it’s simple. Scot wants to make it to 50 years, just a few more to go, then maybe he’ll turn over the reigns to someone else. It could be that crew of grandsons, Ryder, Anson, and Syler, you never know.

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Arby’s Opens

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Bright and early on December 10th, Arby’s opened its doors. The drive through and parking lot were packed.

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On Wednesday, December 5th, the Chamber of Commerce held an open house welcoming the community to stop by and visit. A few weeks after event, they announced that Patty Vanoven will be their new executive director.

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broom handle that he cut off about the length of a stick of dynamite. He lit it and threw it into the center of a group of coal miners who were warming up by the An Institution of the Past stove one afternoon. Boy did that garage clear out Presented by Jeff Minnis fast! Dad calmly walked over and picked up the old Story by Jim Minnis broom stick and threw it into the stove, then he took My father wrote this article years the best seat in the house next to that old stove. ago about his memories of growing up in my When Dad took over the Gulf station on Hwy. 64, I grandfather’s service station. remember the mannequin he sat out by the Do you remember what a real highway. She was holding a suit case and that service station was like? With today’s sure stopped a lot of guys. Some even offered pump your own gas stations all over her a ride before they discovered she wasn’t the place, I long for the sight of a real real. Every April Fools Day Dad and Joy honest to goodness service station, Beauchamp “who ran the local parts store” one like my father Blueford Minnis would see who could play the best April fools “Blue” ran for over 30 years. trick on each other. For some reason, I believe I can remember as a small boy they are still doing this up in heaven because I wanting to go to the station and get know they are both up there. grease on my hands. As I grew older. I Blue Minnis So you see in the days of the past when a got plenty of grease on my hands, arms and face service station was a service station, I believe the while helping Dad run the station. world was a better place because of them. I know It all started on the corner of Columbia and Grove many a person that would not take a trip till Blue Street in Oakland City when Dad opened Blues checked their car over. I can also remember the many Conoco back in the ‘40’s. Then in the ‘50’s, Conoco that Dad carried on the cuff while they were out of left this area and we sold Shell gasoline until 1965, work or on strike. when Dad took over the Gulf station on Morton Street, I had the world’s best teacher in Dad, who taught “better known as Hwy. 64”, until his death in 1973. me auto and television repair. But the most important To Dad, a service station was more than a place to thing he taught me was to treat people honestly and sell gas. He believed in giving real service to his fairly. That was the real secret to his success in customers. Car windows were always washed, oil, business. Now mind you, Dad never got rich in his battery, radiator and tires were checked. I remember service station business in money sense. Wealth is Dad having to stand on a stool to reach the center of not measured in dollars and cents, but in the amount the windshield to clean it, but he saw it was always of friends done. you make There was always a car on the grease rack getting while on a brake job, new fuel pump or maybe a tune up. Now this earth. days the grease rack is closed off in most stations and So in that candy and drink machines stand in its place. respect, One of the things I miss the most about our station Dad was a is the loafers who used to stop in and spin tall tales very around the old coal stove on those cold winter days, wealthy and all the tricks my dad and the guys played on each man.

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It’s time for a funny, well maybe past time.

Remember the baked brie from last issue? Well, it went over so well that others in the family asked for the recipe.

It only had three ingredients, so how hard could it be? Apparently more so than I thought. You just wrap a round of brie cheese in crescent dough, brush with egg and bake. However, it did not turn out well. I was told it looked great, but to the trash it went.

I couldn’t figure out what happened until I was asked the question, “Do you take the outside off the cheese?”

There are few times in my life that I’ve been left utterly speechless, but this was one. I just could not wrap my brain around the idea of not taking the wrapper/rind or whatever you want to call it off the cheese. I honestly didn’t know what to say.

Then I was told, “Well, I Googled it and it said it was edible.”

I continued to blankly stare and what immediately came to mind was, “Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.” Oh my goodness.

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Unroll the other package of rolls and place on top of the sausage mixture. Press the edges together to seal and then press the seams on top together.

Sprinkle top with Parmesan cheese.

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JC Stone

Story by Guest Writer Jennifer MacKay

Most music artists have a way to classify their sound or genre.

Many have a foundation they build on for years while fine tuning their music to fit their followers. Now throw all of that out the window and let me introduce you to JC Stone.

JC Stone is originally from Greencastle, Indiana, and currently resides in the heart of Gibson County here in Princeton.

JC has had a bit of trouble narrowing down his genre. He is known to call it “Scratch and Sniff Country”, as in “scratch it and it smells a little bit like country but not much” he stated. He calls his style kind of Bluesy-Bouncy, very guitar and vocal oriented. He has taken all his music influences over the years to form who he is as an artist and enjoys taking every song he performs and making it his own. It must be what has made him so popular wherever he goes.

When asked who his top three musical influences have been, he stated “Van Morrison, Doc Watson and Jim Croce”. He typically plays cover songs but has an extensive collection of his own original music he performs as well.

Having worked in Nashville for a number of years as a staff writer, some of his songs have wound up in movies as well as writing several jingles for car commercials. The list goes on with his musical gifts and creativity.

JC has played in just about any size venue you can think of from small pubs, casinos, resorts, to large stage shows. He’s opened for big names such as Bonnie Rait,

Travis Tritt, and John Prine to name a few. He likes to make the crowd feel like they are in his living room.

Interacting with the crowd is a must! He often brings them up on stage to sing or play along with him. It’s one of his favorite aspects of performing. At some point in the evening he tries to reach two goals, to make you cry and then make you laugh. It’s that personal interaction and mix of emotions that leaves you wanting more.

JC Stone has led a very interesting life, to say the least. He shared many colorful stories with me while we chatted. The one that inspired me the most was when he opened up about being a combat veteran, serving in Vietnam until he was wounded and had to return to the States. Music got him through many hard times in the military and beyond, he says. Returning home after being seriously wounded had a major affect on him that was

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hard to understand. At that time the care for veterans was not what it is today. He had a hard time adjusting back into civilian life. He ended up living in the woods for about 30 days to decompress from the chaotic life of war, injury and the new expectations of the civilian world.

He then took an old van and drove around the country for about a year, playing little pubs and roadside taverns just for tips. When he finally came back home, he had some money in his pocket, a newer van and realized at that moment that his music is where his future needed to be focused. And the rest is history.

I wondered how his music has evolved over the years. He says, “It is more personal now. More like a family member, like a child. You try to nurture it but not smother it”. That’s great advice for music and parenting!

He plays all over the local area and beyond. One of his favorite venues to play is the Red Geranium Restaurant in New Harmony, Indiana. Another great place to see him perform is the Guacamole Grill in Princeton. He typically plays there once a month on a Saturday night and raves about how great they treat him.

You can sometimes spot JC playing with other bands around the area and he asked to give a big shout out to

Tommy Stillwell, Jon Rochner and The Amazing Soul Crackers.

He says, “They can make anyone sound good, they are that good!” He added that he will also play for benefit events for veterans, children and the elderly for free. It’s his way of giving back for all the blessings music has brought to his life. If you get an opportunity to catch his show, he asks that you say hi and tell him who you are.

It is very important to him. He loves connecting with any fans.

If you would like to contact JC Stone for more info on where you can find him performing next, you can check out his Facebook page by searching for Jerry Stone and sending him a friend request or private message as well as his email StoneJerry132@gmail.com.

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7 Family Movie, 6pm 8 Family Story Time, 10-11am Small Foot, Rated PG Games & Snacks, 3:30-4:30pm Free popcorn and water.

9 Activity & Snacks Teen Scene, 3:30-4:30

10 NEW Creative Writing Club, 6pm.

The Mighty Pen! Meets 2nd Thursday of every month.

Everyone welcome!

14 Local History Program, 6pm.

Greg Wright presents “Then and Now!” See the history of local buildings and businesses, what they looked like “then” vs. “now”!

16 Activity & Snacks Teen Scene, 3:30-4:30

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24 Friends of The 2 26 Crafty Kids: Library, 5:15pm.

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Monday, January 14 Board Meeting at 6 pm at Haubstadt Library.

ALSO: Winter Warm-Up begins! This is our Adult Winter Reading Program which runs January 14—February 28. Stop by and pick up a Reading Log Sheet to participate. This year’s goal will be four books. Turn in full log sheets to be entered into a drawing for a prize!

Tuesday, January 15 After School Game Day for grades 3-5 from 3:30 pm - 5 pm at Fort Branch Library.

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Tuesday, January 22 Adult Craft Day from 5 - 7 pm at Fort Branch Library. The craft for January will be painting wooden snowmen decorations. RSVP is mandatory, as there will be a $5 fee to participate and cover supply costs. Money will be due when you sign up.

Tuesday, January 29 Sit, Chat, Finish That from 5 - 7 pm at Fort Branch Library. This program will be for anyone wanting to bring their own projects and work on them at the library with other crafters.

No RSVP necessary. Adult Coloring pages will be available.

Thursday, January 31 Kid’s Craft Day from 9 am - 5 pm at Fort Branch Library. Stop by any time from 9 to 5 (while supplies last), and make a craft you can take home!

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Holiday Events

Polar Express

Downtown Princeton and the Broadway Theatre hosted a brunch, visit with Santa and the movie Polar Express.

Photo: Jennifer MacKay

St. Joe’s Pre-K class visited the Train Depot for a visit with Santa and Principal Dan Gilbert as the conductor of Polar Express.

Photo: Deb Bateman

Christmas Parades Photos: Sue Leffler

Oakland City held their Christmas parade on a very cold Saturday, December 8th.

Left: Dale Leffler was honored as Grand Marshall of the Oakland City parade. Right: Good Start had an award for the Wood Memorial Band.

Cops Shop with Kids

Miss Candy Cane Pageant winners pose with Police Chief Derek McGraw before the annual Cops Shopping with Kids event Saturday December 15th.

Photo: Deb Bateman

Moose Sponsors Habitat Family

Photo: Jancey Smith

The family of Nathan and Amanda Madison are the next family working towards a home from Habitat for Humanity. The Princeton Moose sponsored this family for Christmas, donating gifts and food for Christmas dinner.

The theme for Princeton’s Snowflake parade was “Christmas on the Farm”. The winners were the Pediatrics Center, Koberstein Rental & Sales, Princeton Auto Parke, Labor Princeton Auto Parke’s winning float.

Day Association, Abel Moore Dumpster Service, Princeton Primary School, Princeton FFA, PCHS Marching Tigers, WMHS Marching Band, and the Bells of Harmony.

Photo: Jancey Smith

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Photos Jancey Smith and Debbie Bateman

The Palace Provided Pics with Santa

Santa Visits Around the County The Train Depot

For three weekends in December, members of The Palace transformed the Montgomery Room into a winter wonderland. There were pics with Santa, cookies and a bike drawing. The winners were Landon Daniel, Coban Overfield, Kim Sheehe, Hannah Beadles and Parker Jacobs.

Annual Party at Good Sam

On Sunday, December 2nd, the Lions Club put on a Christmas party at Good Sam Home. There were songs, cookies and gifts.

Eric Heindenreich helps Santa.

St. Joe Pre-K The Oakland City Lions Club with Santa.

Tom Shearer helps Santa draw the winners.

Momma was an elf with great cookies.

The Glendale Santa had breakfast at St. Joe

Pet pics at Rural King

Santa Breakfast at Grandy’s Photos Sue Leffler

These two lucky kids won bikes after having breakfast with Santa in Oakland City on Saturday, Dec. 1st.

John Bajzath does a great job at being a helper elf.

Sharon Werne holds her pet duck This crew helped take pet pictures at Rural that she got at Rural King as a baby. King to help the Gibson County Animal Shelter.

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