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Summer is in full swing and between events, gardens and lawn care, things around the county are hopping. Be sure to check out the events pages to see What’s Happening.

July is our “Fair issue” and thankfully we get to have a fair this year.

Look inside to find notes from the fair board, a story on 4-H preparation and keep the fair schedule on hand to see the events in store.

This month we’ve brought back a Local Talent Spotlight to highlight a well-known local artist, Ft. Branch native, Brad Lemmons. With produce popping this time of year, look for an update on Decker’s U-Pick Berries in Country Connections.

Grab a glass of sweet tea, find a shady spot and take a look at what your friends and neighbors have been doing. Please take note of our sponsors, they keep us and our little community going.

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Photos and story by Melissa Minton

Horse Show & County Fair Prep Teaches Life Lessons

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Pictured on the cover: A curious goat gets friendly at the 2019 Gibson County Fair. Photo: Jancey Smith

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A Note from the Fair Board President ~ Charles Woodruff Photos provided

On behalf of the Fair Board, we would like to pay honor to the early Pioneers, the men and women responsible for organizing the Gibson County Horticultural & Agricultural Society in 1851. The Society held the first fair November 11, 1852, on the courthouse lawn. We want to remember and honor all the board members and volunteers that followed those pioneers to make the fairgrounds what it is today. Their hard work is truly a testimonial to some of the finest people in one of the best counties in this great friendly Hoosier State of Indiana.

The unselfish men and women who conceived this Fair were typical Pioneers, the same Pioneers that made our United States the greatest country in the world in which to live. Each succeeding generation has continued to uphold the ideals and traditions of those great men and women. As you join us for this year’s fair, we ask that you remember all members of the past 165 fair boards and all the volunteers that have gotten us from the first fair in 1852 to the 165th fair of 2021.

The Gibson County Fair Board and our extended fair family have been deeply saddened by the loss of several members of our fair family over the past eighteen months. The 165th Gibson County Fair is dedicated to the memory of previous fair board president William “Bill”

Hunt, life time board member Nick Michas, past board member Randy Schmits and owner of Brady’s Amusements Elizabeth Brady. We miss our fair family that have passed but can take comfort in knowing they are looking over us as we prepare for the 165th fair.

Thank you and enjoy this year’s Gibson County Fair.

Charles L Woodruff President Gibson County Fair Board

A Word from the Fair Queen

I am Renee Bower, your 2019, 2020 Miss Gibson County. I am the 19 year-old daughter of Jim and Mary Frances McDonald of Princeton. I will be a Sophomore at Saint- Mary-of-the-Woods College where I am majoring in Elementary Education. This past year as Miss Gibson County has been amazing! I am so thankful for all the support I have received over the past year from family, friends, and my community. I am so blessed that I was able to have this opportunity to be the representative of our county.

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Country Connections B ringing B ack the B erries An old favorite is getting a new fresh chance at life. Decker’s UPick Berries are being rejuvenated. After several years of decline, South Gibson native, Kirk Harper has taken over the reigns and responsibility of making the acres of berries fruitful and productive.

Kirk and Katie took over in mid-October and started

Story & Photos Jancey Smith

working on the fields in early November. There were acres of farm that needed attention and it took a bush hog, weed whacker, and a lot of sweat and labor to get things in shape for the upcoming growing season. Kirk’s always liked being outside and working with his hands.

He grew up around gardens, flowers and maybe a few chickens, so he’s no stranger to work.

Decker’s U-Pick started back in the mid -’70’s and was once a huge attraction. Traffic would line up onto the highway to gain entrance to the farm, and would at times require police directing traffic. Kirk hopes that it will once again return to that popularity.

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Hazleton exit. However, the blueberry field is located just two roads north of Patoka. Besides the eight acres of blueberries, there are also blackberry and raspberry bushes. Did you know that eight acres will yield about 800 bushels of berries?

Strawberries are the most popular crop, but also very fussy to raise. They came on fast and fierce this season, but due to soggy, rain conditions only lasted about three weeks. Blueberries are more hearty and their season will hopefully last about six weeks, depending on mother nature. Each berry is prone to problems, like fungus and those pesky aphids. Some pests require spraying, but like most farmers, the Harpers don’t want to spray anymore than needed.

Critters are always a problem, it’s just a part of farming. Deer and rabbits come to visit and there’s no real way to keep them out. There have even been a group of turkeys known to pass through on occasion. On a good note, Kirk did get some tips on bees from Vaughn Collins of Patoka, and the Harpers hope to have their own local honey in the future.

This is an unique local niche because Decker’s UPick Blueberries is the only one in our corner of the state. The nearest large blueberry farms are Henderson, Kentucky, or Lawrenceville, Illinois. Last year’s late frost in May took out all of the blueberries as well as other crops, like peaches, in the area. Mother Nature wasn’t kind to growers in 2020. This year is looking much better

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The beginning of U-Pick blueberry season was June 19th. It’s not a self serve, but a U-Pick. Buckets are handed out to eager customers who pick their own berries, bring them to the weigh station and pay cash.

There are set hours for picking fresh berries from these large patches.

Kirk envisions the future of the U-Pick berries similar to Mayse Farm Market on St. Joe Avenue in Evansville.

The Harpers would like it to be a fun destination place where folks can come to have an outdoor adventure close to home, pick berries, interact with a petting zoo and purchase locally made products. In the immediate future the is plan to offer soap made from goat’s milk, elderberry syrup, and local produce such as cantaloup.

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It was a hot one on Sunday, June 13th, when Downtown Princeton, Inc. hosted their summer craft and vendor show on the Princeton Square. There were 50 participants in the event to patronize. Luckily, the rain came as the event ended.

The next craft/ vendor show will be Sunday, October 10th.

Photos: Jancey Smith

Saturday, June 5th, just one day before Kenny’s birthday, Kenny Dewig Meats held an open house in celebration of small businesses and national dairy month. There was free food, give-aways and activities for the community. A crowd filled the driveway that day and the FFA kids were on hand to help.

Local resident, Jana Williams creates her own jewelry.

Kids were entertained by learning how to milk a cow.

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Jeff’s Journeys from Yesterday & Today

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DON’T DREAM IT EAT IT. I’m venturing out from my Jeff with the crew at the Powerhouse. normal car related articles and going to start hitting happened to be on the same day, four years ago, local restaurants from time when Dad came to the house to help me change the to time. oil and check my bike over, before I headed out on a Welcome to the new ride to Texas. That was the last time I got to see my POWERHOUSE Bar & Grill located on North Main Dad alive and spend time with him doing what he here in Princeton. Owners Travis Powers and Rennie loved doing.

Frizzell have spent a lot of time So in his memory and honor, I gave cleaning the place up, decorating and them a couple old signs to hang up working on a menu to give Gibson that used to be in his garage. They County residents a new fun place to graciously accepted and hung them go. My son, Kevin Minnis, and I right up for others to enjoy. I’ve been headed up for their opening day and back several times since their opening were impressed with what they had day on June 10th, and the food and done and looking forward to having service have been great each time. this new place to meet up with friends They have plans to have live bands or and have a good burger or whatever a DJ every weekend and BIKE catches your eye on the menu.

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Jeff with Travis & Rennie They have a great outdoor area to I told them they need to think of a set up with a stage and plenty of room for cornhole unique thing to have on the menu that no one else boards. They plan to start having tourneys, as well as offers. So for my readers that know me, you know I dart and pool tourneys throughout the year. When they love Boiled Peanuts and Rennie grew up in the south, were trying to decide on colors and a theme, they in Savannah, Georgia, where people LOVE this chose the colors of Travis’s “ Harley Davidson” shirt delicacy. I hope they take and to give it a motorcycle feel inside. my hint. In closing, get out On opening night we got to spend a little time and support this new visiting with Travis and Rennie. They were excited to business and tell them you tell us about their visions and also mentioned they love Boiled Peanuts, too. needed more motorcycle memorabilia to hang up.

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Fort Branch native and Gibson Southern graduate, Brad Lemmons has been singing, playing guitar, and performing shows for 16 years now, but it hasn’t always been that way. Even though he’s “always been drawn to music, lyrics more than anything,” saying, “I’m a sucker for a good sad song,” Brad didn’t pick up a guitar until his senior year in high school. His “younger brother bought a guitar and we both picked around on it a little,” Brad remembers. However, it wasn’t until years later, around 2004, that he really got into playing the guitar.

His friend Rich Wallace helped teach him songs and “we eventually started an acoustic duo performing our first show in Herrin, Illinois, in 2005”. They went on to play lots of local festivals and bars.

“Playing guitar is not something that came easy and still doesn’t actually. I’ve always liked singing, and since I

Brad Lemmons was young I could sing on pitch, but never really imagined playing music being such a big part of my life. Playing shows now for 16 years I can’t imagine life without it.”

Most musicians are influenced by a variety of bands and styles of music and Brad is no different. “Country music has always been a giant influence, but ‘90’s alternative rock is probably just as much.” Matchbox Twenty made a huge impact and “when I started playing that’s exactly who I thought I needed to be,” Brad recalls. “It’s always been about the songs with the lyrics that grabbed me and ‘90’s rock had that going on just like country did”.

Around 2008, Brad formed his first full band with four other local musicians, Corey Heldt, Clint Leek, Adam McCandless, and Bryce Taylor. They performed as Second Story and played mostly alternative rock in bars all over Gibson, Pike, and Vanderburgh counties.

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band name Brad Lemmons and the Usual Suspects, adding Jim Gaines of Evansville, on bass guitar and Brad remembers, moving Corey Heldt from drums to lead guitar. “ “Sometime around 2011, I “As a solo act, I had the pleasure of opening for also played guitar and sang some really cool up and comers in country music today, back up for a band called such as Old Dominion, Dylan Scott, and Chris Lane. I Whistlin’ Dixie with Adam stupidly passed up the opportunity to open for Luke McCandless, Curt Leek, Bryce Combs at a little bar in Evansville before he ever had a Taylor, and the late great Mr. song on the radio.”

Chad Tharp. As Second Story Early in 2016, Blake Billman, Brad and his longtime evolved, members came in drummer, Bryce Taylor, joined with the band Tailgate and out, and I was doing so Revival. They were reunited in that band with the lead many solo acoustic shows, I guitar player from their Whistlin’ Dixie days, Curt Leek, decided to start using the and Jared Majors Manly on bass guitar. “We went onto

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build a great following as Tailgate Revival for the next three years, allowing us to get some opportunities to share the stage with a number of top country artists including Travis Tritt, Randy Houser, Daryl Worley, Craig Campbell, Locash, Jordan Davis, Walker McGuire and more,” Brad recalls.

In July of 2019, Brad parted ways with Tailgate Revival so he could focus more on song writing and solo performances. That’s when he hooked up with longtime friend, Josh Merritt of Owensboro, Kentucky. They started performing together now and then. This led Josh to asking Brad to “hit the road with him in May of this year to sing back up and play rhythm guitar for him on his 2021 Reynolds Station Tour”. They covered the five states of Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Arizona in 10 days. It was Brad & Josh Merritt quite an experience and Brad said, “Josh and I met in 2011, at a show in Owensboro, Kentucky, called the Battle for the Big O. It was great after so many years to be able to work together.”

Over the years, Brad has traveled from around our Midwestern area to places like Miami, Florida, and most recently down in Texas. However, he admits, “None of those cities can really compare to a hometown show in Fort Branch or Haubstadt though. The love and support that’s been shown to me over the years in the local bars in Gibson County has been unreal . . . I can’t believe after 16 years so many still come out to listen. It means more to me than they could possibly realize.”

Brad has written a lot of songs and has recorded quite a few over the years. “In 2011, my band and I recorded an album that never made it to print or stream but it was definitely something we were proud of,” he fondly recalls.

After more than 15 years of song writing, within the next year, Brad will be releasing a collection of songs that he’s very proud of and can’t wait for all to hear.

So what’s the future look like for Brad Lemmons and his music? His own words say it best. “I’ve never been one to make too many plans for the future. I just kind of take life as it’s handed to me and make the best of what’s in front of me. Life changes so fast that I’m not sure it’s realistic to make “future plans”. There’s a lyric in a VanZant song that comes to mind here “if you wanna hear good laugh, tell him your plans”. I would, however, say a dream of mine would be to “retire” and move to Florida, where I would rent beach chairs during the day and continue to write songs and play guitar in the tourist bars at night. I’m not sure that’s really retirement but that’s what I would call it.” Here’s to making the most of those dreams.

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Gibson County Fair Headliner By: Charlie Woodruff

Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry brings his High Energy Performance to the Gibson County Fair Friday, July 16, 2021 at 8:00 pm.

Eddie Montgomery continues to record music and tour after Montgomery Gentry member and co-founder Troy Gentry died in a helicopter crash in September 2017.

Recording with the Average Joe Entertainment label, Eddie recently released “Outskirts,” a seven-song EP album. With 20 plus charted singles, the Kentucky native has earned CMA, ACM, and GRAMMY awards and nominations with undeniable blue collar anthems like “Hell Yeah,” “My Town,” and “Hillbilly Shoes.” They’ve notched five No. 1 singles.

The Eddie Montgomery concert starts at 8:00 pm on July 16th at the Gibson County Fair in Princeton Indiana. Admission to the fair is $7. Grandstand seating for the concert is free. The beer garden opens at 6:30 pm.

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PRINCETON GYMNASTICS CLUB 2021-22 FALL REGISTRATION DAY

THURS. AUG. 5th 3:00PM - 7:00PM

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***ALL STUDENTS MUST REGISTER IN PERSON*** (CURRENTLY ENROLLED SUMMER STUDENTS SEE NOTE BELOW)

SCHOOL-YEAR SESSION AUG. 9, 2021 - MAY 6, 2022

CLASSES OFFERED: FOR AGES 3 YEARS TO 16 YEARS OLD, FAMILY DISCOUNTS AND LOW STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO. SPECTATOR VIEWING AREA, PRO SHOP.

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**COVID SAFETY RULES MUST BE FOLLOWED BY EVERYONE** FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL THE PRINCETON GYMNASTICS CLUB OWNER, KAREN YOUNG AT 1-812-385-3086 ****CURRENT SUMMER STUDENTS MAY CALL THE GYM CLUB ON MON. AUG. 2rd OR TUES. AUG. 3rd BETWEEN 3-7:00 PM TO SELECT YOUR 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR CLASS TIME.**** Page 14

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Haubstadt Sommerfest Was Back!

Photos: Jancey Smith

Like years past, the Haubstadt Sommerfest was back in full swing the third weekend in June with all of the events and a few pop up rain showers in between heat and humidity. The parade was at 1 pm and residents, well wishers, and candy seekers lined the streets.

SAVE THE DATE!!

The Oakland City Lions

Sweet Corn Festival August 12th-15th, 2021 Bingo • Food • Rides

Some cute candy seekers.

Live Music Vendors Pony Rides Chicken Dinners Corn on the Cob Pork Chops Baby Contest

Friends and family of the Tenbarge Farm Stand enjoyed a ride in the parade with coolers close.

SAVE YOUR SPACE - For Booth Rental Information call Randy at 812-887-2094 This three-year-old just wanted a hug from one of her favorites.

The Carriage Inn rocked their way through the parade with some AC/DC.

St. Joe Held Annual Strawberry Fest Drive Thru Style Photos: Jancey Smith

Sunday, June 6th was the return of St. Joe’s Annual Strawberry Festival.

Due to previous covid restrictions, the festival was held like a drive through to pick up BBQ dinners and whole strawberry pies.

Tents were set up with gift baskets valued at $200.

They sold 400 BBQ dinners, 200 strawberry pies and thousands of raffle tickets. The profits from the event will help continue their ministry in the community. They plan to have a traditional festival next year on June 5, 2022.

SAVE YOUR PARADE SPOT - Thurs. 12th

For Parade Information call Glen at 812-746-2140 or email: 65sweetcorn@gmail.com

HELP THE LIONS CLUB HELP Oliver Oakland City Lions Club is taking donations on this picnic table. The sturdy table will seat 12 people.

Proceeds go to help Oliver Fagan, a 4 year old boy who has A.L.L. Leukemia. His treatment plan will last 4-5 years and needs everyone’s support and prayers.

Jeff Paul chats with the driver picking up a pie.

Contact any Lions member or call 812-779-6950 or 812-677-7345 or go to Oakland City Lions Facebook page.

1 ticket $5.00/8 tickets $10.00

Prepackaged BBQ dinners were delivered right to your car.

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What’s Happening!!

Adult Basic Ed & High School Equivalency Help Ivy Tech Community College, Princeton, No cost!

Classes begin July 7th!

Contact Ivy Tech at 812-385-8495

Family Game & Card Party

Benefits Right to Life of Gibson County

Drive Thru Back to School Bash

Ft. Branch United Methodist Church 100 W. Vine St. 9 am-noon, July 31st 812-753-4424 register www.fbfirst.org All welcome See

Steelman Park Farmers Market

Hearing Aid Screening

Owensville Square The Center for Seniors (behind Rural King) Every 1st & 3rd First & Third Wednesdays Saturday Call 812-202-0922 for apt.

8am - 2 pm

~ Local Music ~

Music at The page 12 fo Cops for Kids Sunday, July 18, Noon r details Sts. Peter & Paul Family Life Center Concert Center for Seniors North Gibson $6/person or $20/family Toyota Event Center (Behind Rural King) Back to School Bash FREE door prizes & food Fairgrounds Tuesday at 12:15 Lafayette Park, Princeton Chinese Auction, 1/2 pot, & snacks Saturday, August 7th July 6th - Jerry Davis Band 5pm - 7pm Reservations: 812-768-6941 or Doors Open - 4pm July 13th - Vince Goedde North Gibson only, Parent 812-768-6768 Show - 5 pm July 20th - Dulcimer Group or Guardian required Tickets: 812-632-1584 July 27th - Kathy Seibel

Senior Center Activities

Thursdays: 8:30 am Monday: 9:30 am - Bingo Men’s Breakfast 1 pm - Card Players (7/8 & 7/22) Tuesday: 9 am - Exercise 10 am - Bible Study Class, 11:30 - Lunch Wednesday: 1 pm - Quilters 1 pm - Art Class/Painting Friday: 9 am - Tone & Knitting & Crocheting Stretch, 11:30 - Lunch

Local Festivals

Owensville Watermelon Festival: July 29th-31st OC Sweet Corn Festival: See page 15 fo Aug. 12th-15th r details Vanderburgh Frog Follies: Aug. 27th-29th Golden Heritage Days: Sept. 17th-19th

OPEN 4AM • 2PM MON. • SAT. 124 W. STATE ST., PRINCETON, IN 812-635-9500

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CONCERT- Gordon Mote at Owensville Library Park Bandstand, Friday, July 9th, 7:00 pm, Free will offering (Methodist Church in case of bad weather)

~ Area Concerts & Events ~

July 21 - ZZ Top at Ford Center, 7:30 pm Aug. 28 - Guns & Hoses at Ford Center, 7:00 pm Aug. 29 - Lady A at Ford Center, 7:00 pm Sept. 10 - Blake Sheldon w/Martina McBride, Tracy Byrd & Trace Adkins at Ford Center, 7:00 pm Sept. 24 - Grand Funk Railroad at French Lick Resort, 8:00 pm Nov. 7 - Kenny Wayne Shepherd. at Victory Theatre, 7:30 pm Nov. 9 - Masterchef & Masterchef Jr. at Victory Theatre, 6:30 pm Nov. 13 - Eric Church at Ford Center, 8:00 pm Nov. 18 - Marty Stuart at Victory Theatre, 7:00 pm Nov. 19 - Jeff Dunham at Victory Theatre, 7:00 pm

See What’s NEW for Summer

Monday: SMOKED PULLED PORK with Sides Thursday: SOUTHWEST CHICKEN BACON WRAP with Chips CLOSED FOR VACATION - July 17th-24th

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Cruise-In at the Square

Princeton Square Freedom Fest Music by Blackstone Sunday, July 4th 4 - 7:15 pm

Monthly Car & Bike Show

What’s Happening!!

Santa w/a Cause Christmas in July

FREE Senior Swim Princeton Pool Monday-Thursday, 8 - 9:30 am

~ Help with Food in the Community ~ East Gibson Food Pantry Lord’s Pantry

Trinity United Methodist Church, 405 S. Mulberry St. Every Wednesday 9 am - noon 303 Church St. Tuesday & Thursday 8-12 & 1-4 pm

Broadway Players

Princeton Theatre It’s a Wonderful Life, Live Radio Play July 2-3 and July 9-10th See at 7pm

Food, Music, Games, Crafts, 119 E Washington St. Lafayette Park, Princeton Oakland City, Saturday, July 24th See page 2nd and 4th Wednesday 18 for 10am - 6 pm (July 14th & 28th) details doors open 5:30, play 6pm

Mom’s Diner, Oakland City Friday, July 2nd, 6 - 8 pm

Owensville Food Pantry

Oakland City # 4288 FOE Auxiliary Bingo

Fort Branch Every Wednesday 9 am - noon

Salvation Army Free Food Give Away

Gibson St., Princeton Each Tuesday, 9-11 am Fridays July 2nd & 16th, & 30th, 2:30 - 4 pm Check Facebook for details.

Fun at the Gibson County Fairgrounds

Sunday, July 4th Fireworks Display, Fairgrounds Sunday-Saturday, July 11th-17th Gibson County Fair Saturday, August 7th Jeff Bates Concert for FOP Shop w/a Cop includes Rodney Watts, Blackford Creek & Joe Nobody at Toyota Event Center. For tickets call Jeremy Bigham at 812-632-1584.

K of C Bingo

Open to Public every Thursday Princeton K of C, 6 pm

page 13 fo r details

JOY Club Bingo

Salvation Army, Princeton July 17th, 4-6 pm

Food Pantry for Seniors

The Senior Center, Princeton, Wednesday, July 14th & 28th 1 - 3 pm

Haubstadt Food Pantry

New Life House of Prayer 208S. West St, Haubstadt 1st and 3rd Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm

UMC Delivers Dinners Hillside Church, Princeton Monday, July 12th Call prior 812-385-2910

~ Class Reunions ~ Mackey High School Alumni banquet is scheduled for September 18, 2021 at the Mackey Nazarene Church.

Reservations - $15.00 per person. Contact Gary Sokeland at 812-385-6697.

Salvation Army Food Pantry

Gibson St., Princeton Every Monday & Wednesday, 9-11:30 am & 1-3 pm

Salvation Army Free Grab & Go Community Meal Gibson St., Princeton Tuesday, July 6th, 13th, & 20th at 5 pm

40 Years with Dr. Krishna

Saturday, July 3rd (rain July 10th) 10 am - noon 312 Third Ave., Princeton For information812-664-7233

The Andy Answers 1. C, 2. True, 3. D, 4. A

LocalProduce Ready in July Peaches, Apricots, Plums, Nectarines, Blueberries, Blackberries, and Garden Vegetables . . .

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Sat. July 24th 10am-6pm Lafayette Park, Princeton

Come Support Santa W ith a Cause

Bring Your Lawn Chairs & Come Party in the Park with Santa & His Friends

BBQ, Live bands, Karaoke, Bounce houses, raffles, vendors, dunk booth, train rides and more!

Santa’s M enu -

M usic -

• Dinner of Pulled Pork, Baked Beans & Chips = $10 • Pulled Pork sandwich = $5 • Pulled Pork per quart = $18 (approx. 2.5 pounds) • Also available - Hamburgers, Hot dogs, Chips & drinks

10 am - Uncle Dave from WRAY, Noon - Jim Nation’s Karaoke, 2 pm - Keeping It Simple 4 pm - American Way

Food Vendors -

A ctivities -10-6pm

Barb’s Many Sauces serving Tacos John’s Popping Ice Cream Frosty Tiger (Snow Cones) Stewart’s Kettle Corn

Sun.July 25th Check in 10am Tee off - noon

Golf Scramble at the Princeton County Club Sponsorships available

Also known as the Glendale Santa

Bake Sale -

10am-sold out

Contact Charlie Stover (618-838-1194) for information or Call Jenny Mason (812-582-4335) to be a vendor

Face Painting, Crafts and Vendors, Barrel Train Ride Dunking Booth

Donation Raffle -

Sat.A ug.21st

Craft & Vendor Flea Market

Drawing at 5:30 pm

Antique Tractor Show Fairgrounds 9am-3pm

Public is Invited

The mission is to • help families with unexpected medical emergencies • help families in need at Christmas with gifts & food

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Lyles Station Honored With Traveling Monument Photos: Jancey Smith

On Friday, June 11th, Lyles Station Historic School & Museum was honored to unveil the Blank Slate Monument. This statue will be traveling around the country and Lyles Station was the second stop on the journey coming from Louisville, on its “Hope for a New America tour.”

It was made by Ghanaian artist Kwame Akoto-Bamfo and took one year to complete. It was shipped to the U.S. from Ghana and is interactive. Connecting Mr. Akoto-Bamfo received through wifi, a gift bag in appreciation. it’s possible to leave a message at the sign on top of the statue.

The mission is “to spark healing and unity through dialogue. There are ‘problematic narratives’ that do not do justice to the African American experience of the Civil War in America. The Blank Slate Monument aims to change that narrative.”

The statue depicts the history of the African American coming across the ocean as a slave (the bottom figure of the design), with a Civil War soldier stepping on his back towards freedom and lifting up an African American women with a baby on her back.

The artist is best known for his work on display at the National Memorial for Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama.

Watching the unveiling of the statue was (from left), Stanley Madison, Mayor Greg Wright, the artist Kwame Akoto-Bamfo, and Lyles Station board president, Tyson Simms.

~ Recycle Tips ~ Happy Summer Gibson County! Would you like to learn more about recycling and all that Gibson County has to offer when it comes to both trash AND recycle opportunities? Come see us at the Gibson County Fair! We will be in the Merchant’s Building with information and an opportunity for you to win some prize baskets. We have a cool game for kids to play while you get the inside scoop - and of course some prizes for each child that wants to give our game a try. Get more information about our app and website update AND learn about the latest improvements to our facilities! Come visit the Gibson County Fair! Remember: Reduce Reuse Recycle

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For more information visit us on our Facebook Page: Gibson County Solid Waste OR http://www.gibsoncountysolidwaste.com

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Lyles Station Celebrated Juneteenth Story & photos: Jancey Smith

Just like Americans celebrate July 4th as Independence Day, the African American members of our society recognize June 19th, as the last day of slavery in our country. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was declared on January 1, 1863, word didn’t reach Galveston, Texas until 1865.

For the first time ever, Juneteenth was celebrated at Lyles Station as the 12th national holiday. Members of the community came to hear speakers, enjoy the museum, participate in activities and dine on barbecue.

The first speaker was President of the NAACP Evansville branch, Rev. Gerald C. Arnold, who came to enlighten listeners, point out problems and offer humanitarian goals. Mary Abell Munford, dressed in Civil War period attire as a nurse, gave an interesting and animated account of Mary Munford speaking of Harriet. Harriet Tubman and her life, as well as the nursing profession in that era. Harriet is credited with helping over 800 slaves to freedom.

A few moments of well deserved recognition were brought to the public’s attention for Stanley Madison and a few of the volunteers at Lyles Station. Gary and Terra Schmidt were presented awards for “Outstanding Volunteer Cerificate of Appreciation” in recognition of Volunteers Gary & Terra Schmidt their countless hours of dedication. They have started plants from seeds for transplant, given a multitude of educational tours, and done countless small maintenance acts that are beyond

Stanley Madison accepting the “Friend of Education Award.”

count.

The Evansville Teacher’s Association presented Stanley the “Friends of Education Award”. Keith Gambill did the honors. In true fashion, Stanley thanked his small band of volunteers and the many teachers that appreciate what great history that Lyles Station has to offer.

After the speakers and awards, Tim’s Awesome BBQ served barbecue dinners, Bonnie Johnson from the Princeton Public Library was on hand for genealogy research information, and the Gibson County Animal Services had a few pets on hand that are in need of adoption. Later in the afternoon, the Fort Branch VFW Post 2714 Auxiliary Sharon Werne with Axle. performed a flag retirement ceremony.

Despite it being a busy weekend in the area, a few raindrops, heat and humidity, it was a nice weekend to be one of the many who visited Lyles Station in appreciation of their efforts to bring the community’s history to life.

A brief shower moved the event under the shelter house.

~ The Andy Griffith Quiz ~

1. What trick could Goober do with his fingers?

A. Snap B. Make the ‘O.K.’ sign C. Sew them together D. Use them to whistle 2. A cow wore shoes in Mayberry.

A. True B. False

D. Miss Crump would 3. In the episode, “Three continue to be his Wishes for Opie” what teacher in the 6th grade was Opie’s third wish? 4. When Andy’s _______ A. His dad & Miss Crump muscles begin twitching would get married you know he’s tense or B. He’d get the chemistry angry. set that made stink A. Neck bombs B. Arm C. He’d get an A+ in C. Ear Arithmetic D. Jaw

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Business Updates

Prodigy Celebrated 25 Years

In Haubstadt, Prodigy Mold & Tool celebrated 25 years of business on Friday, June 11th. They held a company dinner and fun day at Haubstadt Community Center for their employees, family and friends.

There was a catered meal and then outdoor activities like volleyball, cornhole, and a family dance after the presentation of awards.

Prodigy started in a two car garage and has now expanded to a 6,000 Darrin and Beth square foot facility. They make Schmitt, co- owners plastic injection molds and tooling for of Prodigy the medical, welcomed their automotive, employees, friends and and family to the electronics event. (Darrin industries with pictured) 31 employees.

ProRehab Hosted Open House

On Wednesday, June 9th, ProRehab in Oakland City held an open house and lunch to meet the community. Located on the corner of Hwy. 57 and Hwy 64 (at the old Grandy’s) they offer a variety of rehabilitation options and therapies. Andrew Tourney is the Clinical Manager.

Above: Andrew Tourney welcomed the community, neighbors and clients to the open house. Right: Some of the rehab equipment available.

Photos: Jancey Smith

LRA Was Welcomed with a Ribbon Cutting

Friday, June 4th was the celebration to welcome LRA Consulting to the business community on the Princeton Square. They held an open house and the Chamber of Commerce welcomed them with a ribbon cutting. Debbie Kennard and Kathy Lloyd started their business in August of 2020 and worked in Mt. Carmel until they found new office space in Princeton, this January. They are land regulatory specialists and also offer accounting services. They primarily work in the oil and gas industries in Illinois, Kentucky and Indiana.

Left to right: David Cordray, Kathy Lloyd, family members, Debbie Kennard, Mayor Greg Wright & Chamber Director: Patty Vanoven.

New President Elected to Economic Development Photo provided

The Gibson County Economic Development Corporation promoted Tami Muckerheide to President/CEO. She will be in charge of economic activities for the county including housing development, business retention and expansion.

~ Across the River ~ Mt. Carmel Loses Restaurant

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Photos: Jancey Smith

Hopkins Park Lake Construction Underway

Holder’s Hit by Storm

Naas & Sons are busy creating the 24 feet deep lake Storms rolled at Hopkins Park between Francisco and Oakland City. through the south of They hope to have their part of the project done in a few the county Saturday weeks. night, June 12th, and took off the brick along the side of the store.

The Lamey family was grateful no other damage was incurred.

Holder’s Furniture is located on Main Street in Owensville

New Mattress Store Opened

A new mattress store in Princeton opened May 17th. It’s called Box Drop and owned by Patrick Peyton. It’s located behind the 5/3rd bank and across from Blimpies where the former VNA building was located. They offer liquidated Sapphire Sleep and Royal Heritage mattresses by appointment.

Summer Soiree Introduced New Boutique

Left: Kenzie and Candy Moser chat with Candy Yancey while Grace (right) helps a customer.

Patoka to Get Fire Station

The Center for Seniors Welcomes New Activity Coordinator Photo: Julia Rahmen

The Center for Seniors welcomes Kate Mullen as the new activities director. Stop by and meet Kate and see what’s happening at the Center.

On Sunday, June 13th, the Brickhouse Boutique in Fort Branch offered a peek at their new mobile boutique named Alabama Hannah Hobo Boutique.

A new fire station is under construction in Patoka. It’s located across from Trade Mart & Richard’s Overstock Store.

New Sign Shop Comes to Princeton Recently a new sign shop moved into the former discount market building by Kirchner’s that was once the home of Goodwill.

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Picturing the Past Construction began on the Princeton Municipal Swimming Pool in May of 1954, and continued until the summer of 1955. The 230,000-gallon main pool was 7200 sq. ft. with a smaller “baby” pool being 480 sq. ft. The site on Spruce Street was chosen because of its proximity to Lafayette Park and was the area of a former city dump. The plans for the pool were drawn

by Vincennes architect Lester Routt, who incidentally had designed and constructed the High School (Middle School) Gym the same year. The pool which opened on May 30, was formally dedicated on Saturday, July 2nd, 1955, with great fanfare as Dr. Allen Brink sang the

Construction of the Princeton Pool in 1954.

Colvin Funeral Home 425 North Main Street Princeton, IN 47670 812-385-5221

The Princeton Pool Story and photos: Mayor Greg Wright

.Princeton pool in the mid-1950’s

National Anthem to open the ceremonies. The $120,000 facility was partially funded by a $60,000 donation from Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Brengle, who spoke at the dedication along with Mayor M.V. Woodruff and Judge Dale Eby, who stated that the pool would provide summer activities for children and reduce the number of acts of juvenile delinquencies. Safety demonstrations as well as synchronized swimming by the Aqua-Maids of Evansville were presented. That season nearly 36,000 swimmers attended the pool. By the time the closing day came on September 5, 1955, The City realized $3000 profit from the pool that inaugural season. Season tickets were $3 for children and $6 for adults.

The Princeton Municipal Swimming Pool was torn down after the 2013 season, and the splash park had been added a couple years earlier. The Princeton Aquatic Center opened in 2014 for only 10 days. Its first full season was in 2015.

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Corn-Colvin Funeral Home

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Backyard Birds -

The House Wren

By Guest Writer, Shawn Keith Photos provided

This very interesting but very loud House Wren is this month’s bird. After returning from migration this brave little guy flicks around the yard with his tail up straight, searching for little twigs. The little twigs are placed in various nest locations whether in a nest box or tree cavities. This is to prepare various suitable nest locations that the male has chosen for the female and he will pack these locations with the small twigs. The female will choose one of the locations and finish lining the nest behind the twig pile that acts as a barrier from predators. The nest cup will be lined with a few feathers, grasses and animal hair.

He is a fierce competitor of nest cavities and weighing in at the equivalent of two twenty-five cent pieces. This fellow will fight, harass and peck at much larger birds sometimes dragging out the eggs or young even sometimes killing adult birds. Due to this aggressive nature I’ve always tried to discourage the House Wren from nesting in my yard and it just doesn’t work. If I don’t put out a nest cavity for them they will try nesting in the boxes of the birds I want. So if I put out several nest box options for them that are of appropriate size to nest in it keeps them busy looking at and trying to claim them all in the spring. It’s better to keep them busy than have them bothering my bluebirds or purple martins. This year I had a nesting pair of blackcap chickadees and luckily they were left alone as well.

Another trait about this bird is it will carry into its nest small spider egg sacs. When the baby spiders hatch out

they will start devouring any nest parasites.

This bird’s diet consists of a wide variety of insects and spiders, including beetles, caterpillars, earwigs, and daddy longlegs.

It will also eat snail shells, probably for the calcium they contain and to provide grit for digestion. You’ll occasionally see these birds flit across openings with steady, level flight, or investigate the ground with quick hops. Pairs typically break up by the end of each nesting season and choose new partners the next year.

So if you want to try attracting these guys to your yard they will keep you entertained with their constant busy energetic attitude. Just be sure to keep three to four nest boxes spaced apart from each other where one cannot be seen by the other so they are always working to keep an eye on them all to guard their territory.

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-Dr. Marybeth Feutz, Princeton Veterinary Hospital

Never Leave Your Dog in the Car

We have all been spending so much more time with our pets over the last year! Now that we are used to being around them all the time – and they are used to being around us – it can be tempting to take our dogs (or cats!) with us wherever we go.

Before you jump in the car with your dog to run your errands, there are a two big things you should think about.

1. Do the places you are visiting allow pets? Only service animals should be in most stores, shops, or restaurants.

2. If you can’t bring your dog in the store, where will you leave him? The inside of cars heat up very quickly, even on days that feel cooler.

You should never leave your dog (or cat) alone in the car, especially in hot weather. It doesn’t matter if you park the car in the shade or if you leave the windows cracked open. Temperatures inside parked cars can get dangerous quickly. If it is 80 degrees out, the

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If your dogs have separation anxiety and are having trouble being separated from you for even short periods of time, your veterinarian can help! We can recommend some behavior training options and possibly even medication if your dog’s behaviors are potentially dangerous to himself or other family members.

Princeton Veterinary Hospital always accepts new patients. Call our office at 812-385-2733 to ask questions, or bring your pets in for an exam with the veterinarian, no appointment needed. Let’s keep all our furry family members happy and healthy this summer!

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Pictured left: Just one of the 85 cars that participated in the Cruisin’ for Critters car show on Sunday, June 27th. It was their biggest show to date.

Bottom picture: Colton Dawson, Jack Kramer and Lane Deputy (not pictured) analyzed each car and were serious about their job of judging the entries.

Volunteers Can Help Animal Services Story by Guest Writer Juenell Owens

One of the two-fold missions of Gibson County Animal Services (GCAS) is to make the animals temporarily residing at the shelter “safe, happy, and healthy” while they wait for their furever homes, for their “person” to walk through the doors and take them home.

As an open admission shelter, GCAS accepts all pets walking or being carried through our doors. Even if the shelter is at maximum capacity, the shelter works with foster homes and rescues to save these precious lives.

To accomplish this, we rely on the community’s help.

While the shelter does have full-time staff, volunteers are always needed and APPRECIATED, as are donations made to the shelter.

While individuals of all ages are welcome to volunteer, those under eighteen will need permission from their parents or guardians (and should be accompanied by them if they are very young). Our youngest volunteer age is 13, but children under 13 can visit with their parents (and must stay together).

Visit https://www.gcasonline.org/get-involved/ volunteer, for the application form which you can download and complete, then drop off at the shelter (3840 S County Road 175 East, Princeton, across from the soccer field) or mail/email to GCAS at animalservices175@gmail.com. You can also call 812.386.8079.

Volunteers don’t have to walk in and foster or adopt a dog on their first visit (although, you are welcome to apply!). They can do so many things that help behind the scenes.

Want to enjoy the benefit of walking a dog but can’t own your own dog due to your apartment or housing restrictions? Come to the shelter—we have dogs you can walk. Dogs need to walk, not just pace in a kennel, and maybe you need the exercise. Volunteers can come out and walk the dogs so they are properly exercised.

Not all dogs have experience with leashes, so teaching them about the leash could be part of the experience as well.

Cuddling kittens is every child’s dream, but not all families can have a cat due to housing restrictions.

Parents could bring their children out to cuddle a kitten.

Just coming out and talking to the dogs or cats or holding them will help them prepare to go to a loving home. Children could read to the dogs (parents can bring a small stool for them and a good book) so that they feel loved—and the children can earn some valuable reading time.

Want to perfect your photography skills? These dogs and cats love to pose for you, and we can use the photographs on our webpage and Facebook page to help them get adopted.

Of course, the nitty gritty of cleaning cages is always welcome! Dress appropriately!

GCAS frequently visits local festivals, and volunteers can man the festival booth and inform the community about what GCAS offers, the various ways to volunteer and donate, the animals available for foster or adoption, and spend time with some lovable dogs or cats for a few hours.

GCAS provides a valuable service to the community with Wellness Clinic; on our recent Wellness Clinic at Princeton Veterinary Hospital, almost seventy animals were seen. Volunteers can help with this even by answering phones to schedule appointments.

Those handymen (and handywomen!) out in the community are always welcome to perform minor repair around the shelter. This is the animals’ home, and like any home, it needs some attention every now and then.

Those with an artistic bent can create posters for special events or design graphics that we can use online.

Many times, animals need to be transported to another shelter or a new home—volunteers can assist in this as well. After all, dogs LOVE car rides!

For those who come to work, be prepared to work, with proper shoes (NO sandals—toes tend to be stepped on) and clothes that a bit of dog kisses (or slobber) won’t harm. Volunteers may get wet and/or dirty but should leave feeling that they have helped to enrich a dog or a cat’s life.

For those who can’t volunteer but still want to help, we welcome your donations.

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Gardening Goodies

If you’re looking for a plant that boasts dramatic, vibrant flowers you may want to consider a Tropical Hibiscus. They produce trumpet shaped blooms that are typically three to eight inches in diameter.

The Tropical Hibiscus are native to Asia, producing breathtaking flowers which are almost constantly in bud or bloom. However, the blooms only last one day, but this plant is fast growing. If grown in warmer, tropical climates, it can grow up to 15’ tall. In colder climates, like here in Southern Indiana, it needs to be brought in when the nighttime temps get below 50 degrees. Put in a bright, sunny place or under a grow light. Water your plant about once every two weeks.

Light - In northern climates, the Tropical Hibiscus is probably happiest in full sun. However, if you live somewhere that’s hotter and dryer, it’d be best to place it where it gets partial shade. If your plant is continually producing flowers and putting out new growth, then it’s happy. If it isn’t, try placing in an area where it gets more sun.

Soil - Make sure you use a large pot to plant your TH in, with drainage holes. Use a well draining potting soil.

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Put a layer of drainage material in the bottom, and then about 1”-2” of potting soil. Take the plant out of its current pot and place it in its new pot. Fill in all round the sides with potting soil. Put about an 1”-2” of soil on the top, so that when finished, the soil level should be about 1/2”-1” below the top of the pot. Place the pot in a plant saucer and water until you see the water coming out of the drainage holes. After about an hour or two, dump out any excess water. Place your TH in a sunny spot, preferably outside if the temps are above and stay above 55) and enjoy a taste of the tropical!

Water - Tropical Hibiscus like water and do best when they are regularly watered. It’s best to water your plant once a week-sometimes twice a week if very hot and windy during the summer months. A good rule of thumb (green thumb) is when you see the leaves beginning to droop or wilt, you know it’s time to water.

Temperature and Humidity The TH prefers temps above 55 degrees. However, it doesn’t care for prolonged times of super hot direct sun and temps of 90/95+ degrees. If this is the case, it would be best to put your plant in a place where it receives partial shade during the day. Move your hibiscus indoors, by the end of September. Put it in a bright spot or under a grow light. Your plant may lose a lot of it’s leaves during the winter and look more like sticks with a leaf here and there. Keep the soil damp and as long as you keep seeing green leaves no matter how small, you’re doing all right.

Fertilize - Fertilize with a good all purpose indoor/ outdoor plant fertilizer once every other week instead of the usual watering. Fertilize it May through September and don’t fertilize during the months of October through April.

Hibiscus come in a wide variety of bright and unusual colors such as yellows, reds, oranges, purples, plums, and more. TH are a great way to bring color into your plant collection during the summer months. If you can’t get to that tropical paradise, like you want, buy two or three or more Tropical Hibiscus, place out your back door, so every time you step outside you can be in your own private little tropical paradise. Even better yet, invite a friend or friends over to enjoy your tropical paradise with you and escape the world for awhile.

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Veteran’s Voice

George Pickersgill - Gibson Co. Veterans Service Officer, 812 385-4522

Did you serve in the Korean War? If so, you need to know that the government of the Republic of (South) Korea very much desires to honor and thank you for your efforts in support of their nation.

The “Revisit Korea” program began in 1975, as a way to honor the service of American forces who directly supported the Korean War. The goal was to host our

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veterans on a return trip to South Korea in an effort to express gratitude and show them the bountiful results of their sacrifices and devotion. In conjunction with these return visits, the government of South Korea presented each veteran with a beautiful commemorative memento, the Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal.

While this program continues to this day, the medal presentation aspect has expanded to include those veterans who can no longer physically make the long journey to Korea. To be eligible, the veteran must have served in Korea between June 25, 1950 and July 27, 1953. It also includes UN peacekeeping operations in that country thru the end of 1955. Please note that these dates are unique and do not exactly correspond to VA benefits associated with the Korean War. Additionally, it may also be awarded posthumously.

The application process is simple and I would be happy to assist you in doing so. If you are an interested veteran, or the family of an eligible deceased veteran, please contact me so that I might assist in allowing the Korean government to properly thank you for your service so many years ago. You deserve this!

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Karen Beghtel and Bronda Simmons greeted golfers at the Annual Habitat for Humanity Golf Scramble held Thursday, June 10th, at the Princeton Country Club. There was a good turnout and it was fun despite a few or more rain drops.

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Did you know that 68% of all assaults take place at night and it takes your eyes 20 minutes to adjust to darkness? These are some of the facts presented by Isaac Birch during his low light home defense course held at Red Dawn Armory on Sunday, June 13th. A group of eight students signed up to learn more about gun safety and increase their knowledge. Almost all of them Instructor Isaac Birch had had never shot at night. numerous tips and information.

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Residents past and present of the East part of Princeton, gathered at the Dorthea Dix Park for a block party on Sunday, June 6th.

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Blimpies Kicked off Summer

Retirement Party for a Firefighter Photo courtesy: Gerna Butts

The Knights of Columbus was filled with firemen and other community members, wishing Tim Speedy a happy retirement on Saturday, June 25th. He was presented a plaque featuring his ax and shield by retired firemen Bob Embree and Mitch McClellan.

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On Friday, June 18th, Blimpies in Princeton celebrated summer on one of the hottest days so far. They offered discounted deals on select sandwiches and free slushies to kids.

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Mt. Olympus Banquet Was Back

Photos courtesy Derek Barton The Mt. Olympus Alumni Banquet was held Saturday, June 19th. The oldest graduates were Mary Lou Watkins and Jean Pauley from the class of 1943. A bell was rung 35 times for those lost over the last two years.

Owensville Held Market at Steelman Park Photo courtesy: David Cordray

Owensville’s first farmers/ vendor market at Steelman Park was Saturday, June 19th. Rain clouds kept some away this time but these markets will be held the first and third Saturdays around the Owensville library square.

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Regional Colleges Offer Scholarships to High School Graduates Experiencing Foster Care

Friday, June 25, 2021— “93% of foster youth state they want to attend college...” But in reality “...approximately 20% of foster youth who graduate from high school attend college, compared with 60% of high school graduates overall.”

The Isaiah 1:17 Project, an organization serving fostering families and children in foster care in eight SW Indiana counties, approached regional colleges and universities with this need. Oakland City University, Ivy Tech and the University of Southern Indiana together with the generous preliminary funding of Welborn Baptist Foundation have agreed to establish “Foster Success” scholarships and mentorships to improve equitable access to post-secondary education for young adults aging out of the foster care system.

Foster Success Scholarships and mentorships promote positive outcomes, improve employment opportunities and reduce risk factors associated with the transition of young adults from foster care experiences.

A college degree can improve future financial stability and that stability reduces the following risks for youth aging out of foster care: 1. More than one in five ends up homeless.

2. One in four becomes involved in the justice system within two years of leaving foster care.

3. 71% of young women become pregnant before they reach 21.

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4. Each cohort of young people leaving foster care costs society an additional $8 billion in welfare, Medicaid, lost wages and incarceration costs compared to people of the same age who were not in foster care.

Marcia Lambert, Founder & Executive Director of The Isaiah 1:17 Project emphasizes, “Our shared investment now reduces reliance on public assistance, builds stronger, healthier communities, and helps young adults aging out of foster care realize their potential beyond their circumstances.”

Eighteen scholarships over the next two years will be awarded. Two from Oakland City University, and 16 from Ivy Tech Community College Evansville through the creation of an endowment at the Ivy Tech Foundation.

An endowment is being established at the University of Southern Indiana Foundation that will provide scholarships to former foster children beginning in the 2024-2025 academic year. Interested applicants should go to www.TheIsaiah117Project.org to complete an online application.

The deadline for application for the 2021-22 academic year is August 1st for Oakland City University, and will be ongoing until February for Ivy Tech University due to varied start times.

Any questions regarding the scholarship may be directed to Jeremy Seger, Board Chair, Jeremy@theisaiah117project.org.

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Friday, July 9: We will be celebrating a successful end to Summer Reading Program with our End Program, featuring Animal Tales! Stop by Fort Branch Library at 10 am and see some amazing live animals! Fr ee to attend and this event will be outside, so bring chairs/blankets. (If weather is bad, we will move to the Fort Branch Old Gym.) Wednesday, July 21: Grab & Go Kids Activity kits will be available at both locations during open hours. Stop by for a free kit to take home and enjoy with your family! (W hile supplies last.) This month’s activity is a nature scavenger hunt!

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The Cooking Corner

by Jancey Smith

A Vacation A dventure To M em phis The Q uest for BBQ

As a child growing up we took family vacations. My parents loved to travel and we went to beaches, mountains, islands and historic cities all by various methods - boats, planes and in the back of my dad’s van. (That road trip to the Colorado mountains seemed to take forever.) Even though I did my share of kid complaining, I was always interested in the places we went, food we ate and the look of the land.

Now the idea of a family vacation is something that my husband and I have never even briefly entertained.

Why would we even consider piling all of the offspring into one crowded vehicle and deal with hours of whining, bickering and multiple potty breaks? I’ve had trouble just making it to Patoka with the children for a church dinner without having to pull over after a few blocks and adjust someone’s attitude.

So for the first time since we have been married I think, the hubby and I took a few days vacation, all by ourselves. We decided to go back to Memphis where we could experience museums, blues and BBQ. After years of watching TV shows feature restaurants in the heart of BBQ country, we wanted to see for ourselves.

The actual trip of getting to and back from Memphis, only 5+ hours away, was an event right out of a Chevy Chase “National Lampoon Vacation” movie. Despite the normal road construction, wrong turns, missing exits and scenic routes, we also endured a nail in our tire and fire alarm at 8 a.m. in the hotel (from the 8th floor). But the grand finale was loosing all the power in the car, hiking across a six lane highway to get a battery and then spending the next day getting a new alternator.

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Despite that part of the adventure, we did find some interesting eats on our travel south. Our first stop for a late lunch was in Sikeston, Missouri, at Lambert’s Cafe.

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Those are dishes like Lambert’s in Sikeston, Missouri fried okra, mac and cheese and fried potatoes that servers circulate the dining room and constantly refill those items to anyone.

Their most popular “pass around” is their hot fresh dinner rolls. A server rolls a cart through the restaurant with a tray of warm rolls and literally throws them to the patrons. Pay attention or get boinked. It was fun, the food was good but was way too much for us to eat.

One of the must see spots on my Memphis list was right on Beale Street, the Rum Boogie Cafe. It’s one of the oldest bars in Memphis. My attraction there wasn’t the food, the menu was priced towards tourist. I wanted to see the guitars. The Rum Boogie’s claim to fame is that they have on display over 360 guitars from famous artists. The menu featured items with a very local flare and a few Cajun options, like fried green tomatoes, catfish and BBQ. We thought about a BLT “Po Boy”, but tried the gator gumbo, which was spicy, hearty and very filling. So how does gator taste? I have no idea because it was mixed right in the spicy stew, but I can say I’ve eaten gator now.

No one goes to Memphis, home of one of the biggest cooking competitions, without thinking of BBQ. We set our sights on some ‘Q at Charles Vergos’ Rendezvous who’s been in business since 1918. This well-known family run BBQ joint is across the street from the famous Peabody hotel, down the alley and into the basement. How unusual, but it seems to work. It works so well that there was a picture of past President Clinton and a thank you letter from Air Force One to mention a few of their admirers.

The menu is pretty simple - appetizers of the meat and cheese tray kind, a few basic sandwiches and Greek salad; but the main meal is served with slaw and baked beans, that’s it. Although, the sides were interesting. The slaw was a little heavy on the vinegar and heat, but the beans were top notch. The hubby’s convinced they added burnt ends to the beans. Our Continued next page

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choice for dinner was the ribs and brisket combination platter. Although the atmosphere and service were great, the meat was not. It could’ve just been an off day, too late in the day or maybe we expected too much, but the last batch of ribs that I made was better, at least more tender. The spice rub was just great and my favorite part, so much that I brought a bottle home.

For my last batch of ribs I used a new method, mustard. I know it just sounds really odd, but I’ve used a mustard rub on a beef roast before and it does something for the tenderness of the meat. The mustard is also a good coating for the spice rub to stick to the meat and make that bark. Don’t be afraid to give it a try.

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Pioctured left: Ribs rubbed with mustard and seasoned ready for smoker. Above: Ribs out of the oven.

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Bring ribs to room temperature (about 2 hours).

Spread good old yellow mustard over ribs, coating well. (I used a spoon.)

Sprinkle spices liberally on mustard. Flip ribs and repeat process.

Let sit 30 minute to 1 hour while preparing coals and smoker. (I put inside an OFF oven.)

Smoke 4 hours at 275 degrees.

Lay a large sheet of sprayed foil on baking sheet and place ribs on foil. Remove to kitchen.

Preheat oven to 250 degrees.

Pour liquid (beer or cola) around bottom of ribs and pull foil up over and around ribs, sealing.

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Gibson County Youth Theatre Presented Willy Wonka Photo: Jancey Smith

The Gibson County Youth Theatre held a drama camp the week of June 7th-12th, which ended with the production of Willy Wonka on Friday night and Saturday afternoon. The cast changed for each performance and is open to the entire county.

Beauty for Ashes Pageant Shined Again Photos: Jancey Smith

The Beauty for Ashes Pageant was held June 12th at the Hillside Church in Princeton. This is a fundraiser for the Isaiah 1:17 Project which helps children in foster care.

There were 29 girls in seven divisions this year and they were able to raise over $12,000 for the project. Donations are always welcome.

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July 12th - July 26th, reopen July 27th

BUY TWO 10” Pizzas GET 3RD FREE Susan Bobe’s Pizza

Serving Gibson County for over 45 Years

Limit One Coupon Per Customer. Expires 7/31/2021

812-753-4601

812-385-2554

500 E. Park St., Fort Branch, IN

101 W. Broadway, Princeton, IN

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r u o Y t u C AUTO LOAN RATE! 2017-2021 VEHICLES

3.050% 2.625% FIXED APR INTEREST 2.625% RATE 2.886% FIXED APR INTEREST 2.625% RATE 2.844% INTEREST RATE

FIXED APR

FOR 36 MONTHS

FOR 60 MONTHS FOR 72 MONTHS

$25,000.00 LOAN AMOUNT 36 monthly payments of $727.58 60 monthly payments of $447.95 72 monthly payments of $378.10

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APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Auto loan preferred interest rate discount of 0.75% is based on a Springs Valley checking account relationship which includes a monthly deposit of a primary income source and auto debit set-up at the time of auto loan application who obtain a Springs Valley auto purchase or refinance loan. A primary income source is defined as a recurring direct deposit of a paycheck, pension, Social Security, or other regular monthly income electronically deposited by an employer or an outside agency. This preferred interest rate discount is not reflected in our published rates on our website but will be reflected in the interest rate quoted upon loan approval. Discounts are only available on auto loan applications submitted by you to Springs Valley and not applications submitted through dealerships. Benefit is non-transferable. Rates quoted are subject to change. Rates and terms may not apply to every borrower. All Springs Valley auto loans are subject to approval and are granted based on individual credit worthiness, ability to repay and credit score. A down payment may be required. Terms available from 24 to 72 months and vary dependent on purchase. Finance charge begins from date of loan disbursement and is repaid over the term. Additional restrictions may apply. Rate valid for 30 days from the date of original application submission.

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