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Happy Fall and welcome back to . . . in Gibson County

The seasons are changing, the temps have dropped and soon the leaves will be a cascade of beautiful colors. But as one last hoorah of summer, we have a story about a well known sprint car driver at the “Class Track.” Sports Insider will give you the background on Kyle Cummins in our feature.

Then we check out some educational opportunities for our kids in Business Today and how the Southern Indiana Technical & Career Center has some great options for the future.

An Artist Profile highlights the work of Jeremy Ross, a former East Gibson local, who has quite an eye for nature.

Keeping with October and the Halloween theme, the Cooking Corner has another use for pumpkin. You’ll find an easy cookie recipe.

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Story: Jancey Smith Photos: Kelsey Cummins

R acing Sprints w ith K yle Cum m ins

“I feel the need . . . the need for speed,” was a phrase made popular by the 1980’s movie Top Gun. Hotshot pilots Maverick and Goose tried to justify a fly-by of the radio tower. Drivers of any racing vehicle, whether it be an Indy car, stock car or even sprint car, feel that rush of competitiveness at the starting line, the growl of the motor vibrating under their fingertips and long to hear the roar of the crowd at the finish line. Racing is all about speed - and winning.

Local sprint car driver, Kyle Cummins understands the concepts of speed and winning quite well. He’s been racing since he was just a kid. At four-years-old, he was zipping around in a go cart in the backyard. There was no time for tricycles or power wheels here. When Kyle was little, he’d stand on a box to help his dad, Mark, in

his machine shop in return for getting to race.

Kyle was racing at Seedtick Raceway between the ages of twelve and fourteenyears-old. His goal was to race sprint cars and by the time he was 15 he was doing just that.

From Princeton, Kyle is a regular at Haubstadt’s Tri-State Speedway and has a fan base, cheering for the local guy. That is a family thing, since he grew up around the track watching his dad race as well.

There are a few versions of sprint cars. Some have wings, some do not and some are little ones called midgets. A tall driver will feel likes his knees are tucked under his chin in those, just ask Kyle.

Winged cars are more expensive to run because with

Cover photo: Kelsey Cummins. Above: the R3 Racing team, left to right: Tim Spindler, Todd Fields, Kelsey Cummins, Kyle Cummins, Zach Fields, Hank Byram, Christopher “Russell” Thomas.__

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the wings, there are more parts and maintenance.

Kyle’s favorite is the wingless sprint since they’re the least expensive and one of the most popular locally.

The 3R Rock Steady Racing team that Kyle’s a part of, runs a 410 Chevy wingless sprint car.

The 3R race car at the Haubstadt track.

There are three sizes of sprint cars based on engine size: 305, 360 and 410. Of course, Kyle and his crew run the biggest.

This type of sprint car can get 800 to 900+ horsepower and weighs a minimum of 1,325 pounds. That gives them a great power to weight ratio so they can reach speeds of 160 mph. There’s that need for speed.

The team compete in both MCS (Midwest Sprint Car Series) and USAC (Unites States Auto Club) which are two associations that organize sprint car racing. MCS is based in Indiana and is state run, where as USAC is national. That means Kyle and his crew are racing almost every weekend starting mid-February through late fall. That’s a lot of travel, not only throughout the state and Midwest but also country wide. They’ve been to tracks from Florida, to Pennsylvania and then on to California. Locally, October is usually the end of the race season.

Two of the biggest local races are the Haubstadt Hustler that pays $10,000 to win in mid-September and the Kokomo Summer Smackdown held the end of August. This year, Kyle won at Kokomo on Thursday and Friday but finished 2nd on Saturday. He did great at Haubstadt last year (2019), where he was undefeated.

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Chase Stockton and Donny Brackett, both of Ft. Branch, are fierce competitors. It makes a fun time for the crowd.

What makes all the travel worth it? Winning, of course. Kyle gets (50%) of the races he wins and his travel expenses are paid. The car is actually owned by Hank and Michelle Byram of Dupont, Indiana, but Kyle drives it. There’s also sponsors to help offset the costs.

That means when he gets to the track, he’s ready to roll it out. There’s no maintenance, upkeep or transportation cost. He modestly says, “They must think I do OK at it since they pay me to drive�.

What does Kyle do in his time away from the racetrack? Well, he owns and runs his own business in Haubstadt, Newtech Precision Machine which he began in 2009. It features customized machined parts. It’s no surprise that Kyle studied machine trades at PCHS, then went on to the Vincennes University’s tool and die program.

One change to the team was when he and Kelsey got married in 2017. They met at the fair one year and Kyle just couldn’t get past thinking about her, so he stalked her on Facebook until she agreed to a date at Hacienda.

It worked and she’s been part of the crew ever since.

She does the videos so Kyle can analyze the race much like football players study film. Kelsey is the media contact and organizer of all the details. continued next page

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Kelsey and Kyle Cummins Photo provided.

The future of the Cummins’ team on the racetrack may be changing soon.

Kyle and Kelsey will welcome the new year in with an addition to the team.

They’re expecting a little bundle of fun in January. That won’t slow the racing down, but may make travel different.

They just bought a RV for weekend travel. This will give Kelsey and the baby a spot to themselves and will take a lot of the work out of traveling with the unpacking late at night after getting home from the races.

The only real change for Kyle and Kelsey in the future may be to clean out the barn next to their house in Princeton and move his shop there. It’d make working late nights much easier to walk home across the yard. Finding the time to clean out the barn is a whole other thing. Life is busy as they juggle work and racing, but they really wouldn’t have it any other way right now. As Kyle indicated, “As long as it’s good and we’re winning, we might as well go with it.”

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On Wednesday evenings, young archery competitors practice at Red Dawn Archery.

Whether it be for hunting or the NASP Archery Program the schools participate in, practice never hurts.

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Jeremy Ross

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W hen Life Gets Blurry,A djust Your Focus

the years that much can be done on auto settings for He came, he saw, he captured...photos that is. basic picture taking. He has since graduated to a more Jeremy Ross is a local art teacher, talented painter and professional camera for his picture adventures. shutterbug raised in Oakland City most of his young life Jeremy is most interested in photography but also and currently resides in Pike County, where he also dabbles in making beautifully detailed water color teaches art to middle and high school kids since 2003. paintings as well. His water color paintings have always Jeremy comes from a family full of teachers, so it been very large in size was a pretty natural and very detailed choice to combine paintings, taking weeks on something he loves in art average to get it just right. along with skills in Even his smaller versions teaching he was already still can take a few weeks observing in his natural to perfect. family life growing up. As Jeremy prefers water an art teacher he teaches color for his paintings as it the kids the basic is much more forgiving. fundamentals of art such As an art teacher if he is as: color, perspective, working on a water color how to draw people, and a student needs his ceramics and pottery. help, he can simply set The coal mining the brush down and come industry is what originally back and the brush is not brought Jeremy’s family to A watercolor of a CSX Train by Jeremy. ruined if it dries out or sits Gibson County. Jeremy for long periods compared to other paint types that told me he went to school in Oakland City from K require more maintenance and attention. He has sold through college, starting at the south end and many paintings over the years as well. Jeremy showed graduating at the north end of town. me some of his watercolors that were so close to a real Jeremy has been interested in art for as long as he photograph that I had to do a double take. can remember. He spoke of how his dad was always In high school Jeremy’s art teacher asked him if he drawing and making things when he was growing up, so would show some of his water color paintings to some it just was natural that he started doing the same. They people at Oakland City University and didn’t even both often drew fish, deer, guns and trucks. Nature has realize at the time it was actually a scholarship always been his biggest inspiration. interview! The good news is they loved them enough to As a kid, Jeremy says he always had a camera with give him a nice scholarship for him to attend Oakland him. He often participated in 4H with his photography.

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Jeremy’s dad brought home a cannon camera from Jeremy’s first love is taking nature photos, mostly Vietnam when he returned. The camera was all manual consisting of various birds. In recent years it has so he had to learn each individual setting and how to set up the settings just right, unlike newer cameras over become his main hobby project. He stated he’s just

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Artist Profile Continued always wanted to capture good pictures of ducks and birds.

A few years back Jeremy rose to local fame for a random picture he stopped to take just driving around some back roads looking for the perfect pic. He stumbled on a bird he wanted to capture. His bird app and knowledge told him it was one type of bird. He then posted the picture on a local online group on birds and come to find out that this bird was a special find.

This bird was indeed not the bird he thought it was and it was actually a rare bird that is not even supposed to be in our region, hence why it wasn’t even an option in his bird app for our area. It is called a Black Tailed Godwit.

Word spread fast and all the local papers did a write up on him and it even reached the Indy Star paper, as this bird has only been seen on our east coast and only one or two show up each year. The best part is he didn’t even have his more professional camera at this point. All he had was his cell phone and his spotting scope, using the scope as his camera lens to capture the picture.

After this moment is when he decided he must get that better camera for situations just like this.

With today’s technology it isn’t anything to snap 300 pics in a session outside in nature. On average, about 90 percent of those are deleted eventually as he sorts out to find the best ones! Sorting sessions can take hours to weeks, depending how much time he can find to focus on the process.

Jeremy wants readers and future photographers to know he does not utilize a lot of sophisticated software for editing. There are so many free resources out there online for editing of photos. He doesn’t feel like people need to spend a lot on expensive software when if you just do enough research you can find so many options to help you finalize a beautiful project.

I asked what his favorite aspect of photography or being creative is, he replied: “showing people things that they wouldn’t see otherwise, getting them to notice something they wouldn’t have noticed before”. He also

hopes his nature pictures bring more awareness to conservation issues, feeling strongly that people understand the importance of our environment around us and how important a role nature can play into our lives and vice versa.

Creativity is a big part of his home life as well. Jeremy’s wife has a graphic design background as well as enjoys sewing authentic costumes for reenactment events in places like Vincennes.

His children also go on nature photography adventures with him and learn about photography. His 12-year-old has even taken up taxidermy as a creative hobby and is his child that draws all the time. So, the apples definitely do not fall far from the tree in this family.

Jeremy enjoys other nature hobbies such as hunting.

But he also spends a lot of time and effort creating a native habitat in his yard. He enjoys filling his yard with plants native to Indiana. Many of his nature photos will often come from his own backyard.

I asked what advice he might give a young person interested in following a similar creative path as he did, Jeremy went on to say, “Just get out there and take pictures, but take advantage of the wonderful technology that is out there. Google something to find out how it works and if you see a photograph you like, see how they did it and what settings they used. Some things you will think you cannot do, but actually often times you can.”

Jeremy’s work can be seen on his Flikr page by simply visiting: https:// www.flickr.com/photos/ jeremyrossportfolio/ or you can reach out to him via email at Jeremy.Ross@hotmail.com.

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Our Community: Clubs & Organizations The Masons’ Golf Scramble

Given the current state of 2020, most small clubs, organizations and nonprofits have had a difficult time raising funds for projects, services and basic survival.

The Masons are no different. Two lodges of the Masons recently joined forces for one big fundraiser.

The Oakland City and Prince Lodges of the Masons held a golf scramble at the Oakland City Golf Club on Saturday, September 12th. There were over 75 in attendance, including the Grand Master of the Free & Accepted Masons of State of Indiana: Kenneth Roy, Jr., and the Grand Treasurer: Ken Willis. It was quite an honor and memory for all.

Event coordinator, Carl Shomate considered the golf scramble “a tremendous success”. There were 76 hole sponsors and the Masons are so thankful to each of the businesses that helped sponsor the event. While much of the fund will help pay their bills like insurance, building maintenance and more, they were also raising money for Distressed Masons. Because of Covid, many are without jobs and have lost income. The Masons believe in helping each other and the Distressed Mason fund is just one of the ways they do that.

Masons are a large family, a brotherhood so to speak. They aren’t a mysterious secret society, but a

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Lodge was established in 1818 at Madison, Indiana. The men who helped establish our counties and form the state of Indiana were Masons - Knox, Vanderburgh, Warrick, Pike and Gibson. Today, there are 48,000 Masons in the state of Indiana.

The Masons also take care of their own as they get older. In Franklin, Indiana, the Masons sponsor Compass Park. Although it started as an orphanage for children in 1915, it now provides homes and care for elderly Masons and has been helping others for 105 years. This senior living complex offers a variety of life care from senior condos, to assisted living or a residential health care facility if needed. It’s a five-star facility with a community center, pool, gym and more which now has 300 residents.

There are different branches of being a Mason.

When certain goals are reached or a step is mastered, you move up the ladder or hierarchy, so to speak. For example, “all Shriners are first Masons”, Grand Master Ken Roy explained. There is also a special achievement

A small crowd watches as Mark Arnold, of the Oakland City Lodge makes a putt for the Distressed Mason Fund.

called the “Scottish Rite 33rd Degree,” explained Carl Shomate. He was quite honored and humbled to be receiving this status next spring. As he describes it, “A true blessing.”

The Masons try to promote codes of conduct that lead to being a better man because they focus on helping brothers and others. The Grand Master Kenneth Roy offered that, “The only negative is that the Masons are under used and have so much to offer.” To them, it’s all about community and the brotherhood, and so the tradition continues.

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My hubby says I’m the Scrooge of Halloween. It’s never been one of my favorite holidays. The scrooge in me says it’s a waste of time and money. We go out and buy plastic costumes that just get covered up by winter coats and boots depending on the weather. I’ve taken those little tikes out in the snow and cold on the great quest for candy and they were so bundled up no one saw what they were wearing.

We give candy to a bunch of kids that we may or may not know, so they won’t play tricks on us . . . who thought that up? A dentist looking for business? I remember getting shots from the doctor as a kid and getting a sucker. Are they in cahoots?

I must say that I like the homeowners who decorate their houses and then scare the kids. I find perverse humor in that. I know, I’m bad.

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He also reminded me of how we used to pile the kids into my old mini van and debate on which neighborhoods had the best selection of treats. They would tear through closets finding camo coats, old masks and hats, grabbing a grocery sack or two for their goodies. We made good use of hand-me-downs. It was good quality time together.

One of our most memorable holidays of all time was on a Halloween. We were all squished in the van and touring a nearby neighborhood when some one ripped a stinky. For the next half an hour we continued our quest with the windows down and the heater blasting on high.

The children have never forgotten this and have always blamed the hubby. In his words, “Deny, deny, deny.”

I’ve tried for years to make some good use of the annual pumpkin remains, but have yet to accomplish this quest. Roasted pumpkins seeds has been as good as it gets. That stringy mess of goop has never been worth the hassle. But to keep in the spirit of Charlie Brown and the Great Pumpkin, I have an easy recipe for pumpkin cookies, using canned pumpkin of course.

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Finally a Cruise In at the Square

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After months of delays, the Southern Indiana Car Club was able to host their Friday night Cruise In on September 25th. Seventy six cars were on display and Randy Scales’ band provided classic rock music.

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Normally, in June, Relay for Life holds their annual event at the fairgrounds to raise money in the fight against cancer. This year, they were able to do the luminaria tribute in Lafayette Park the end of September.

Four hundred seventy eight bags lined the drive of Lafayette Park so they could do a drive through ceremony.

Classic cars lined the square for all to admire.

Each candle was lit for a cancer survivor or to remember someone who has lost the fight.

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Dave Thomas

Picturing the Past Story and photos: Greg Wright

World famous Wendy’s Restaurant founder, Rex David Thomas, was born July 2, 1932, in Atlantic City, New Jersey and was put up for adoption shortly thereafter. He was adopted by Rex Thomas and lived in Princeton as a youth. Dave attended Princeton High School through at least his junior year.

His grandparents were Anna and William A. Thomas. They lived at 612 S. Prince Street and were a vital part of his life. Dave Thomas held several jobs in Princeton, including one at the Western Auto Store on the west side of the square near the Farmers National Bank.

On his lunch break he would go to Greek’s Restaurant and Candy

Founder of Wendy’s Store to have a Coke, a hamburger and a bowl of chili.

These menu items he would one day include at his restaurants. Thomas personally sent a letter to Greek’s owner, Louis Andriakos, in the mid 1990’s, saying he remembered the great caramel corn at Greek’s.

After leaving Princeton, Thomas moved to Kentucky and worked his way up the corporate ladder, owning several Kentucky Fried Chicken franchises. He launched his first hamburger restaurant in 1969, in Columbus, Ohio, and named it after his daughter, Wendy. Wendy’s is the 3rd largest hamburger chain behind Burger King and McDonalds with over 6700 locations worldwide.

As an adult Dave Thomas became a well-known advocate for adoption and even founded the Dave Thomas Foundation for adoption.

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The Princeton Elks Exalted Ruler, Josh Shearer, presented a check for $2,000 to Major Chris Marques of the Salvation Army for their food bank. Since the pandemic, the food bank has been very busy.

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Logan’s Promise

Most people are familiar with the phrase, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” However, sometimes the event is so tragic, that the best you can hope for is a silver lining. This is how it worked out for Tabitha DeVasier. When her son, Trevor Watt and his best friend, James Gasaway were killed by an impaired driver on September 1, 2018, it was a shock that rocked their families and the community that knew them. One way Tabitha found to cope was to try and help others.

Each year on the anniversary of the accident, Tabitha erects signs at the sight of the tragedy to serve as reminders of the boys and to what can happen while driving impaired. On that day, a group of friends and family gathered to say a few words, light lanterns and remember the boys.

Mayor Greg Wright was honored to attend the memorial service and issued a city proclamation.

September would be Mayor Greg Wright chats with Kent Martin before the ceremony.

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The memorial to the boys is before the golf course heading to Patoka.

“Impaired Driving Victims Remembrance Month,” in memory of James Gasaway and Trevor Watt, and in honor of their families. Because of the proclamation, orange ribbons were placed on light poles around the square. It’s a sign of awareness of driving while impaired and the possible ramifications.

In the aftermath of the tragedy, Tabitha found a group that truly understood what she’d been through. Logan’s Promise is a nonprofit group based out of Evansville whose members are also survivors of such a loss. Their hope is to prevent others from the same heartache.

The group was started by Charles Brown in 2015, when his son Logan was killed head on by an impaired driver. They want to provide “safe rides home.” As a nonprofit, there are five board members, with James McDowell being the president. Logan’s Promise serves the surrounding counties of Warrick, Posey,

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program is to hear impact statements from the survivors Vanderburgh and Gibson. and actually see pictures of the That’s quite an area to victims. Tabitha thinks that cover with few people and makes a huge impression. they are seeking new Becoming an ambassador members and volunteers. for Logan’s Promise in Gibson During the 2019 County and reducing impaired Heritage Days, the group driving is a goal of Tabitha’s. had a booth and auction She wants to help prevent the that brought $4,000 to the Tabitha at the memorial problem.

She summed it up program. With that they Orange ribbons serve as a reminder. very well, “When people go out and party or drink, they used $15,000 for 607 free think, ‘I hope I don’t get caught or go to jail,’ but they cab or Lift rides on New Year’s Eve. They try to target don’t stop and think ‘I hope I don’t kill somebody’.” holidays with funding from donations. This has been an Changing that perspective, will change the mindset and especially difficult year. Another priority of the group is to save lives.

That is the point. also offer Scholarships through Dollars for Scholars.

Education is also a strong emphasis. In nearby counties, part of Mt. Tabor General Baptist Church the court process for an offender is to Annual Homecoming hear and understand the devastation Sunday, October 4, 2020 that affect victims’ lives. They used to Sunday School-9:15 A.M • Morning Worship 10:30 A.M. be involved in “drug court” when Carry-in Dinner-12:00 P.M. Gibson County participated in that Gospel Music Concert Featuring Homeland-1:30 P.M. program under Judge Penrod. Now ----------------------------------------------------they go to Warrick county, where the Mt. Tabor is located 1/2 mile north of Mark Ford Road last step in their impaired driving on N. 650 E. Note: All Times CST Friends and familiy wore these shirts in honor of the boys.

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Veteran’s Voice

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

This month, a few thoughts about VA Healthcare. It’s a complicated topic and one that we probably just cannot talk about

enough.

First, I must once again dispel the false notion that, regardless of circumstances, all Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces are entitled to free healthcare for life. While our nation is certainly grateful for the service of every veteran, that is just not the case (and it never has been). U.S. law allows for certain vets to automatically qualify for VA healthcare, a few of which are service-connected disabilities, service in Vietnam, and service in the War on Terror (Afghanistan and Iraq).

Likewise, there are minimum service requirements that must be met. There are also provisions for low-income veterans who do not automatically qualify to enroll under certain circumstances.

Next, if you are qualified and enrolled for VA Healthcare, it is imperative to remember that it is not insurance. Although under the MISSION ACT the VA can now more easily authorize you to receive private care, it is not a license to independently seek private

care and bill the VA. This is the easiest way to get yourself into a gigantic mess. Your VA Card is not an insurance card. In order to be covered by the VA, private healthcare (or Community Care) MUST be authorized in advance. Generally speaking, that authorization will always start with your Primary Provider.

One obvious exception to that rule is Emergency Care. If you’re having a bona fide emergency, and the VA will agree… go to an emergency room immediately.

Do not try to call the VA to obtain pre-approval.

Sometimes the definition of “emergency” can be a little subjective so exercise caution when interpreting your situation. The key thing to remember though is that the VA must be notified within 72 hours of the emergency room visit. Call your clinic and inform the staff of the date and nature of the event. Specifically ask them to enter a note in your record. If the visit is deemed an emergency and proper notification was made, the VA will generally always pay for the care.

The last thing I want to leave you with is a recommendation. If you can qualify for VA Healthcare, do it. Even if you have insurance and a private doctor that you are satisfied with, do it. We never know what life will look like down the road. Once you are enrolled, it is for life. It’s a great thing to have in your back pocket, whether you use it or not.

Call me if I can be of any assistance in this or any other area. It is my pleasure to serve you.

Lincoln Day Event to be at Fairgrounds

Govenor Holcomb, Photo: Jancey Smith

The Gibson County Republican Party is celebrating our Lincoln Day, this year, on October 17, 2020 at 6 p.m. at the 4-H Activities Building at the Fairgrounds in Princeton, Indiana. The guest speaker will be Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb.

There will be a raffle of a gift certificate for a Henry Golden Boy .22 Caliber Rifle

after the dinner. Tickets will be one for $5 or six for $20.

Dinner will be served by Saunder’s from Jasper, Indiana. Tickets will be $25 in advance and $30 at the door.

Tickets for each can be obtained from C.T. Montgomery 812-664-5759, Mary Ann O’Neal 812-3856821, Mary Key 812-677-2335 or Christopher Cox 812385-9120.

As per COVID-19 regulations, masks must be worn to event and anytime not eating. Only 250 can attend the event so get your ticket today!

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St. Joe Held Annual Mum Sale Photo provided

The St. Joseph PTO sold 1,161 mums as a fundraiser for the school. That was a lot of unloading and sorting for distribution. Just 14 volunteers did all that work.

The PTO wanted to thank their volunteers - Tyler Brengman, Bryna Smith, Sandy Travelstead Dyer, Marybeth Miskovic Feutz, John T Feutz, Bry Hartman Parker, Megan Deffendall, Audrey Watt, Jessica HaryMcEllhiney, Mollie Vash-Ravellette, Rebecca Wright, Amber and Jeff Seibert. It was a great success.

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The Labor Day Association held it’s 134th Labor Day parade in Princeton. There were no marching bands or candy tossed to children this year. They also ran backwards this year, starting at the fairgrounds and headed towards the square. It was the shortest and fastest parade ever, but they continued the tradition.

The only float in the parade was by the Labor Day Association.

The IBEW had a truck with members representing the union.

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Residents brought small nontoxic, noncommercial items to be disposed of safely. By 10 a.m. they both dumpsters were full and residents had to be creative in adding items.

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Gardening Goodies

Pencil Cactus - PC (Euphorbia Tirucalli)

The Pencil Cactus isn’t really a cactus at all. It is a member of the euphorbia family which is a succulent. The pointsettia is also part of the same family. The stems of the PC are about the size of a pencil, branch upward, in an almost geometrical pattern. It grows fairly quickly and can reach a height of 10’-15’ outdoors and up to 6’ indoors. *However, there is a down side to the plant. It is poisoness and should be kept away from children and pets.

Light - The Pencil Cactus likes to be in a spot where it receives really bright light and can even handle direct morning light.

Temperature - This plant likes warmer temperatures between 65-95 degrees during most of the year. In the Fall and Winter when resting, a PC prefers slightly cooler temeratures, however this isn’t mandetory.

Humidity - These plants do fine in basic household humidity Potting/Repotting - A Pencil Cactus grows rather quickly and usually needs repotted every two to three years. Choose a pot that’s about 2”-3” bigger around than the pot it’s in. Put about 1”-2” of drainage material in the bottom of the new pot, then put about 1/2”-1” of

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Set the pot in a drainage saucer. Water until you see water coming out of the drainage holes. Let the plant/pot set in the water to soak all it can for about two to three hours.

Then dump out the left over water. You won’t need to water your PC again for a good month or so. Sit your PC in a bright sunny spot and enjoy your ‘pencils’.

Propagating - The PC is fairly easy to propagate.

Take a sharp knife and cut 4”-6” pieces of your PC. Take the end, dip in water and then dip in a rooting hormone which you can find at some garden center or online.

Have prepared before hand as many pots as you have cuttings, filled with vermiculite, perlite, a mixture of 1/2 sand and 1/2 potting soil. With your finger, press down in the soil up until the first joint of your finger. Take the cutting and put the end that has the rooting hormone on it, and stick in the hole you made with your finger. Gently, press the soil around the cutting. Take your pots of cuttings and set in a plant saucer. Fill the plant saucer with water. Let the cuttings sit in this water for an hour or two. Dump the excess water and place the planted cuttings in a bright sunny place. Keep the soil damp, NOT wet and in about 3-4 weeks you should see new sprouts coming from the soil. Don’t be surprised if some don’t sprout, this is normal.

Start several plants and then give them to people who need an extra ‘pencil’ -- someone who needs a boost, let someone know they are noticed, cared for, loved, and their life DOES matter. It’s amazing what giving a spare ‘pencil’ can do to someone who doens’t have one.

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Backyard Birds -

By Guest Writer, Shawn Keith Photo provided

Blue Jays

This common, large songbird is familiar to many people, with its perky crest; blue, white, and black plumage; and noisy calls. Blue Jays are known for their intelligence and complex social systems with tight family bonds. Their fondness for acorns is credited with helping spread oak trees after the last glacial period.

The blue jay measures 9–12 inches from bill to tail, with a wingspan of 13–17 inches, so they are one of the larger birds in our backyards. There is a pronounced crest on the head, a crown of feathers, which may be raised or lowered according to the bird’s mood. When excited or aggressive, the crest will be fully raised. When frightened, the crest bristles outwards, brushlike. When the bird is feeding among other jays or resting, the crest is flattened on the head.

Its plumage is lavender-blue to mid-blue in the crest, back, wings, and tail, and its face is white. The underside is off-white and the neck is collared with black which extends to the sides of the head. The wing primaries and tail are strongly barred with black, sky-blue and white.

The bill, legs, and eyes are all black. Males and females are almost identical, but the male is slightly larger.

Blue Jays prefer tray feeders or hopper feeders on a post rather than hanging feeders, and they prefer peanuts, sunflower seeds, and suet.

Planting oak trees will make acorns available for jays of the future. Blue Jays often take drinks from birdbaths. The Blue Jay frequently mimics the calls of hawks, especially the Red-shouldered Hawk. These calls may provide information to other Jays that a hawk is around, or may be used to deceive other species into believing a hawk is present so they will scatter so they can have the feeder all to themselves.

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1. Helped initiate the “Learning Campus” concepts acquiring 230 acres and helping enhance the learning and teaching environment for every grade level and special needs 2. Helped enhance school safety initiatives by developing the School Resource Officer concept and training including modern security measures for building and buses 3. Helped enhance athletic facilities of tennis, baseball, football without further affecting the tax rate 4. Helped substantially impact the safety and reliability of school transportation with new bus facility and twenty new buses without a rise in the tax rate 5. Helped promote remote learning by extending computer outreach to school buses and areas without reliable services Paid for by Mark Iunghuhn.

6. Voted against school board salary increases

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The Return of Hillside Pies 2020 Style

The Hillside United Methodist Church carried on its tradition of making apples pies even though there was no Golden Heritage Days this year. They took orders for pies and spread the process out over four days. The group began peeling apples and making pie shells on Tuesday, September 15th. Their goal was to sell 400 pies. Normally, during Heritage Days they sell 800-900 pies and some years near 1,000. This is their biggest fundraiser of the year.

This year, with the help of more than forty volunteers, the group made their goal of 400 pies, raising more than $4,000 for the church. Three hundred of the pies were sold fresh and 100 were frozen for future use, like Thanksgiving.

There were also last minute orders and a waiting list for extras. Pies were picked up at the church starting Friday, Don Kays runs the pie press while Jeannie September 18th.

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A Hot Night of Tractor Pulls

The Ohio Tractor Pullers’ Association hosted a variety of tractor pulls on Saturday, September 5th at the fairgrounds. The antiques led off and were followed by Southern Indiana Farm Stock Pullers and then the Ohio Valley Tractor Pullers.

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Horse Show for the Kids

On Saturday, September 5th, the Pavilion was the site of the Gibson County Youth Horse Show.

There were two age groups and a dozen classes for kids six to eighteen to show off their skills.

Brooklyn Rogers was very happy to win Youth 2 Halter class.

Richard Helfert was the winner of 3 mph class with a pull of 221.57 feet with his 1949 Oliver 47.

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As the Vet Says -

-Dr. Marybeth Feutz, Princeton Veterinary Hospital

What Does a Veterinary Technician Do?

October 11-17 is National Veterinary Technician Week. We make a point to celebrate our veterinary technicians in the hospital all week long. Our veterinary technicians are essential to helping our doctors take care of your pets, and this month we want to highlight what they do for us!

Veterinary Technicians…

• Went to college for 2 years to get an Associate’s Degree or for 4 years to get a Bachelor’s Degree.

• Passed a challenging board exam to be licensed.

• Get continuing education credits every year to maintain their license.

• Are well-trained in all aspects of animal care and handling.

• Know what questions to ask during your pet’s visit to help the veterinarian understand and diagnose what is going on with your pet.

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• Perform dental cleanings on pets.

• Can give vaccines and medicines to your pet under the direction of a veterinarian.

• Are well-trained in a variety of medical procedures like taking blood, placing intravenous catheters, monitoring anesthesia, taking radiographs, assisting the veterinarians during surgery, and so much more.

We love our veterinary technicians, and absolutely could not do what we do all day long without them and their help. Our veterinary technicians help our doctors take excellent care of your pets. The next time you’re in our office, take a minute to thank our technicians for the amazing job that they do!

Princeton Veterinary Hospital always accepts new clients, and always makes time for our current clients!

Call us at 812-385-2733 or come in during our regular business hours, no appointment needed. Find more information on our Facebook page (facebook.com/ princetonvet) or our website, PrincetonVet.net.

~ Recycle Tips ~

Gibson County Solid Waste is excited to announce the launch of the Recycle Coach app and online tool for residents! Fall is here and many of us are excited to enjoy the cool breeze. As we spend more time dealing with yard waste and raking leaves, more waste is created in the process. The need for recycling/compost knowledge specific to our community is heightened. Equipped with the all new “What Goes Where?” search engine on our website, GCSW makes sorting waste and understanding collection requirements much easier for everyone.

GCSW is thrilled to have Recycle Coach as a tool to stay connected with all residents. The web-app contains information about our residential garbage and recycling services. This app does quite a bit! Access trash and recycle information/resources, for questions you can “Ask Milo”, check events and schedules, as well as get real-time updates. The Recycle Coach app can be downloaded on Android or iOS devices. For questions, don’t hesitate to call our office. Remember: Reduce Reuse Recycle For more information visit us on our Facebook Page: Gibson County Solid Waste OR http://www.gibsoncountysolidwaste.com

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Gibson County Out of the Darkness Walk Sunday, Oct. 4th 1:30 - 4 pm, Princeton Bicentennial Park

Fall Craft Show

Downtown Princeton Sunday, Oct. 11th 10 am

What’s Happening!!

Encore of Color

Sue Freudenberg’s Final Art Show Saturday, Oct. 17th 1 - 6 pm For info call 812-779-7391 The Loft at Rz Cafe’

Brad Lemmons Music Elks, Princeton Friday, Oct. 2nd 8 - 11 pm

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Collectors Carnival Antique & Flea Mkt

Gibson County Fairgrounds Saturday, Oct. 31st 9 am-4 pm $2/person 7-9 am $5/person *Mask required Senior

Knights of Columbus Bingo Open to Public every Thursday Princeton K of C 6 pm

Center Activities

Gibson County Council on Aging CASA Buddy Monday 9:30 am - Bingo Tuesday 9 am - Execersice Class Brunch Wednesday 1 pm - Quilters Saturday, Oct. 24th Thursday 1pm Art Class/Painting 10 am Friday 9 am Exercise Class Rz Cafe’, Ft. Branch reservations Yard Sales recommended Fridays, Oct. 2nd & 16th 8 am - 1pm Sausage Grind Salvation Army K of C, Princeton Gibson St., Princeton Order deadline Oct. 7th Rosary in the Park Saturday, October 10th, 6 -11 am Bicentinneal Park Princeton Saturday, Oct. 10th, Noon, Public invited to pray for U.S.A.

Legislative & Political Forum and Ad Day Breakfast

Indiana Farm Bureau and the Gibson County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Legislative & Political Forum and Ag Day Breakfast Saturday, October 17, 2020.

The Indiana Farm Bureau Inc. will hold its Ag Day Breakfast (drive through style at the Knights of Columbus) and Political Forum in Bicentennial Park, $20 per show for Season Ticket Holders Princeton, IN. Breakfast will begin at 6 AM Central Time $25 per show for General Public with the Forum beginning at 8 AM. Full Bar Available Contact the Chamber office, 812-385-2134 or mail *Limited Seating so reservations are required. to:office@gibsoncountychamber.org, if you are an Discounts for Purchasing Tickets to Both Shows Box Office Hours: Monday & Sunday 9am-11am, Thursday 6-8 pm elected official or candidate and would like to participate.

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Princeton Square Music: Uncle Dave Sunday, Oct. 25th 11 am - 2:45 pm

Hopkins Park, Francisco Sunday, October 4th, 11 am - 2pm

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

Trinity United Methodist Church, 405 S. Mayberry St. Every Wednesday 9 am - noon

Owensville Food Pantry 303 Church St. Tuesday & Thursday 8-12 & 1-4 pm

Knights of Broadway Players Columbus Bingo Murder Mystery Dinner

Flu Shots at Senior Center Tuesday, Oct. 6th 8:30 am - 10 am $35 cash/check or insurance card with ID

Fort Branch Every Wednesday 9 am - noon

Salvation Army Free Food Give Away

Gibson St., Princeton Each Tuesday, 9-11 am Every other Friday, 2:30 - 4 pm Check Facebook for details.

Fun at the Gibson County Fairgrounds

Thursday-Sunday, October 1st-4th, 2020 Fall Harvest Festival, Fairgrounds, Thursday & Friday: 5-10 pm, Saturday: noon-10 pm, Sunday: noon-8 pm Saturday, October 31st, 2020 Collectors Carnival Antique & Flea Market Fairgrounds, 9 am - 4 pm Sat. Early Bird 7-9 am, Set up Fri. 1-4 pm

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Open to Public every Thursday Princeton K of C 6 pm

Blood Drive

K of C, Princeton Wednesday, Oct. 7th 2 - 6 pm Walk-ins Welcome

Princeton Theatre Murder on Maui Oct. 9 & 10th, 6:30 pm A Seance for Murder Oct. 23rd & 24th, 6:30 pm

Salvation Army Free Grab & Go Community Meal

Gibson St., Princeton Tuesday, Oct. 6, 13 & 20th 5 pm

Food Pantry for Seniors

The Center for Gibson County Seniors, Princeton, behind Rural King Wednesday, Oct. 14th & 28th 1 - 3 pm

OC Steak Night

Oakland City Golf Course Saturday, October 3rd & 17th - 7 pm

UMC Delivers Dinners

Hillside Church, Princeton Mon. Oct. 12th Call 812-385-2910

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Halloween Happenings

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The Andy Griffith Quiz

5. Thelma Lou asked Barney to take her to the ______.

A. Interview B. Doctor C. Dentist D. A club meeting 6. What sound did Gomer say he’d make to alert the crowd that Andy & Helen had arrived at the engagement party?

A. Hooty Hoot B. Quacky Quack C. Yo Yo D. Moo Moo 7. According to Floyd, Barney has a _____ scalp.

A. Scaley B. Loose

Flashbacks from Yesterday A Little GMC History

Story by Jeff Minnis Photo provided

GMC’s roots began in 1902, starting with the Rapid Motor Vehicle Company in Pontiac, Michigan. In 1909, William C. Durant got control of Rapid Motor Vehicle Company and made it a subsidiary of General Motors Company.

Then in 1908, Durant gained control of Reliance Motor Car Company, another early commercial vehicle manufacturer. Finally, in 1911, the General Motors Truck Company was formed. In 1912, the Rapid and Reliance names were all changed to “GMC.” All General Motors truck production was then moved to the Rapid Motor Plant 1 in Pontiac, Michigan.

The first GMC dealership in Princeton was by the Swain Brothers, adding GMC to their Oldsmobile dealership on the corner of Main and Emerson. Roy and his brother Pervus, were well known local business men in Princeton for their tire and battery business, as well as multiple other business ventures.

In the late ‘40’s, Manning Equipment started selling GMC trucks. They mainly focused on medium duty GMCs, but did sell light duty trucks as well. Around 1976, Funkhouser Fritz squired the franchise and from there it went to Kranitz Baker, and on to Sharrett, and is now currently at Patriot Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, where I’m currently employed in sales.

C. Bumpy D. Tight 8. Otis said the ink blot looked like a ______.

A. Bat B. Bird C. Flower D. Butterfly

for answers see page 20

Going back to Roy Swain, this colorful gentleman is going to be a future story and may end up being a two part one. I have several stories about him but am needing more to make a really great article, With that said, I greatly appreciate all our readers and many times rely on you to help me out, and this is the case now. Please contact me with any information you may have on Roy. I know there’s a lot of us out there that remember him and have some interesting stories.

Feel free to contact me either by phone, text or email with any information, “or if you are interested in a new GMC” 812-664-3315. You can also email me at copcars2623@gmail.com. I’m looking forward to your stories and/or any pictures you may have.

One last note is a special thank you to Wayne from Oakland City for the thoughtful letter you sent to me.

It’s readers like you that keep me motivated to continue writing.

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Fort Branch & Haubstadt Public Libraries

Fort Branch Library 107 E Locust St Ft. Branch, IN 47648

OCTOBER 2020 EVENTS

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Read-to-Me Month October is Read-to-Me Month for ages infant through kindergarten! Stop by and grab a log sheet (or print yours from our Facebook page), and turn it in when you’ve read 12 library books with your little ones. (Logs due by Oct. 31) Completed logs = completion prize & an entry for a grand prize

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Wednesday, October 7: We will be CLOSED for Staff Development.

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Thursday, October 8: Adult Book Club will meet at 6 pm in the Fort Branch Library Activities Room to discuss this month’s book, “The Horse Whisperer”

by Nicholas Evans. Sign-up and book copies are available at Haubstadt Library.

Wednesday, October 14: Grab & Go Kid’s Craft kits will be available for pickup at both locations between 10 am - 4 pm. These ar e fr ee kits (while supplies last). This month, we have kits for scarecrow crafts!

Week of October 19 - 24: This is Teen Read Week!

All teens (ages 13-19) who come in the library and borrow a book can pick a prize!

Recipe Swap (All Month Long) Do you have a favorite recipe that you would Rules for participating love to share? Would you like to get some can be found on our new recipes to try out? Participate in our free Facebook page! recipe swap during the month of October! facebook.com/FBJTPL

See Facebook for more info.

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Spots are limited.

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Grab & Go is available during open hours. Call in requests.

Check our online catalog catalog.fortbranchlibrary.com.

Email documents to us at print@fortbranchlibrary.com.

Pick up and pay the following business day.

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Oakland City Got Food Aid Photos: Jancey Smith

The second food giveaway of the summer in Oakland City was held Wednesday, September 2nd. Julie Elmore of the library organized the event with the Feed Evansville organization.

Hundreds of boxes were passed out to Gibson County residents. It took only 50 minutes to empty the truck.

Volunteers helped unload boxes of local produce and dairy items from Prairie Farms.

Lineup for the food giveaway started at 3:30 pm and reached past the library to the IGA on Morton Street.

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Animal Shelter to Hold Open House

Gibson County Animal Services will host Harley’s Heart, an open house Oct. 25 to benefit the shelter’s medical fund that provides abused animals services above what the budget would normally allow to try to save them.

When Harley, the canine victim of animal abuse, came to the shelter his owner was being prosecuted for the abuse the dog suffered, but by that time, Harley the damage to the dog was done.

While the shelter has funds it stretches to meet the needs of all the animals that need housing and off the streets, they didn’t have the extra money to do the testing and leg amputation Harley needed before he could be adopted. The shelter’s workers scrambled to provide the care with donations, and the Harley’s Heart fund was born.

Locals donated to provide for Harley’s medical care, and, even on three legs the dog was able to go on to live with new owners who travel with him and say he brings them a lot of joy.

The new owners say Harley’s spirit is unaffected by what he suffered, and he’s just happy with everything he now gets to do. The stump where Harley’s leg used to be is in the shape of a heart, giving the fund its name.

The animal services workers try to keep the medical fund from being empty because, in Director Netah Roberts’ mind, it is the least they can do for these pets considering what the animals have been brave enough to survive.

The open house will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 25 at Gibson County Animal Services, with free chili, food and drinks, a silent auction, a vendor fair, music, Mary Coomer’s desserts, animal adoptions and rides between the soccer field, where people should park, to the animal services building on Pinky the tractor.

The event will be topped off with an award for animal advocacy to recognize the work of a local community member who has been a voice for animals, and return of the Fido Fetch.

The Fido Fetch will put 300 numbered tennis balls out in a field and will ask a dog to Fetch three of them.

People buy the tennis ball numbers for $10 each, and first prize will be $300, second prize will be $200 and third prize will be $100.

Animals are welcome if leashed and if owners assume responsibility for their behavior. Costumes for humans and pets encouraged. There may be candy at vendor’s tables for trick or treating if it can be done safely. Spots are still open at the vendors fair; email mailto:writejanice@gmail.com .

To set up an interview about the Harley’s Heart Open House, call 812-386-8079 or email mailto:gcas175@sitco.net .

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B usiness T oday Story & photo: Jancey Smith

The Future of Business Southern Indiana Technical & Career Center

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” is a question asked to many young children. As teenagers, kids are expected to know and plan for a career. As freshmen in high school they have to pick college courses, general education or a vocational path. But should they pick a technical/vocational field, where the market is tremendous in this area, there are options. One such option is to spend part of their day at the Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center for hands on training by industry professionals.

Indiana is divided up into 47 Career and Technical Education districts so that the state The Southern Indiana Technical & Career Center located on Lynch Road. can consolidate federal funds to educate students For more information see their website at http://www.sictc.com/ . in areas that wouldn’t be possible for a typical high high schools attend their regular high school for part of school. The cost of much of the specialized the day to study their basic classes and then spend the equipment is too expensive for most high schools other half of the day at the Technical Center. They have budgets. over 20 different program areas of study to earn either a The school serves Posey, Warrick, graduation pathway, college credits, and/or industry Vanderburgh, Spencer, and Gibson County. Junior certifications. and Senior students from all three Gibson County Some of the areas offered are welding, automotive,

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Business Today continued diesel, and construction programs. It’s not all shop classes for guys, but also graphic design, computer science, health care and culinary arts to name but a few.

They even have their own radio station - WPSR 90.7, where they play ‘80’s music each weekend and Anthony Siekman from Wood Memorial do it like true works in the lab. professionals.

This program started in 2006, and now has 950 area students attending. Seventy percent of the students go on to colleges, like Vincennes University or University of Southern Indiana, and the other thirty percent go right to work in their specialized fields. That’s quite a high success rate.

Students have to apply to be in the programs, which means they want to be there and learn in specific fields, tends to help their success.

High school Kayden Tepe of Wood Memorial prepares to be a fireman.

counselors are an integral part in helping students find placement in the variety of programs. Many of the students, such as Anthony Siekman of East Gibson, like these classes better, “because they’re more hands on.”

Even though the classes are 2.5 hours long, the students are kept busy, so it goes quickly.

The building is huge, about the same size as Eastland Mall in Evansville. The classrooms are large and are equipped with the latest technology equipment.

Even though vocational programs have been in the area since 1946, this is technology at its best.

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This is a win-win for the community. Our students learn technical, lifelong skills and stay to live and work in our small towns.

To see more pictures of the school, check our Facebook page in the coming weeks.

Business Today continued machinists, policemen, nurses or engineers, but have gone on to become certified as teachers. The kids get practical applications from real world workers.

Assistant Director Kevin Williams is from the Snake Run area and believes this is a great opportunity for students and employers to hook up. The school offers a college and career fair each year where over 90 schools and businesses line up to recruit these students. Local manufacturing and machine trades, like welding and precision machine employers are looking to put them right to work or in apprenticeships.

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Business Updates Local Beautician Goes Solo

After nearly two decades of being a stylist at Attractions Beauty Salon, Rachel Henry took the plunge to become an independent business owner. She redesigned her family room into a beauty salon. Although she misses her former coworkers, Rachel gets to see her family more and likes the convenience of working from home.

The inviting entry way of Rae’s beauty shop is nestled behind her home in North Brook Hills.

Habitat Introduces New Director Photo: provided

Bronda Simmons is the newly appointed Executive Director for Gibson County’s Habitat for Humanity. She is replacing Greg Goodson, who will soon be retiring after serving our community for seven years as Executive Director. Bronda is transitioning from Morris Dermatology, and delighted to fulfill this exciting opportunity. She brings with her over 20 years of Administrative Assistant experience plus, networking and coordinating as well as leading faith based workshops and events. Bronda is an outstanding communicator and has the ability to connect well with each person she encounters.

Greg has built strong relationships within Gibson County and knows firsthand how vital teamwork is when it comes to partnering with families to reach the goal of becoming a home owner. Greg had this to say, “It has been my pleasure to have helped serve the housing

Photos: Jancey Smith

A Local Favorite Gets New Spark

Opening day for El Cerrito Mexican Grill in Princeton was Friday, September 4th. A mariachi band was on hand to perform for the locals. The former Los Azteca Mexican Grill has new owners, a new look and an updated menu. needs of Gibson County. My thanks to our Board of Directors, volunteers, and donors for their support and for giving me the opportunity these past seven years.”

Bronda is excited to work alongside Greg for the next few weeks as he shares his wealth of knowledge. The timing could not be better with a brand new Partner Family being selected during the September Board of Directors meeting. The time frame to begin the next home is around the corner. A great way to celebrate 25 years here in Gibson County.

Bronda Simmons, newly appointed Executive Director, Habitat of Humanity of Gibson County

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Business Updates

Photos: Jancey Smith

Tulip Tree Health Care Opened New Facility in Princeton

On Friday, September 18th, the community welcomed Tulip Tree Health Care in Princeton. The original office in Fort Branch remains open doing both medical and dental service, however medical services have now been expanded to Princeton. Josh Shearer Construction took on the task of remodeling the old building on the square.

The entrance is at the back of the building adjacent to the free parking lot with plans to finish the front at a later date.

Health care workers from Tulip Tree take a moment for a group picture in front of the newly remodeled facility.

Lyles Station Received Grant

Members of the Chamber of Commerce, the City Council, the County Commissioners and Mayor Wright welcomed Tulip Tree with a ribbon cutting. Tours were given in small groups.

Lyles Station Historic School and Museum received a $10,000 grant from the Dovie Stewart Cox & Chester A. Cox, Sr. Memorial Fund, and Standiford H. Cox Fund, Funds of CICF! The grant was awarded through Indiana Landmarks. This will help with painting and repair of the exterior of the school/ museum. The Gibson County Visitors and Tourism Bureau assisted in applying for the grant.

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Little Miracles Learning Campus was Smokin’ Hot

Friends of the Little Miracle Learning Campus in Ft. Branch organized a smoked meat sale the weekend of September 4-5th. The school sent home order forms and presold 555 pounds of Dewig Meats, FC Tucker Realty and Jeff Williamson and his Shriner meat (butts and ribs) friends helped sponsor the two day event. Photo: Jancey Smith that were purchased at cost from Dewig Meats. Volunteers Drive-Thru Haunted House spent Friday rubbing 600 E John St, Fort Branch and smoking for FRI, OCT 30 - OCT 31 pickup Saturday.

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First Responders Remembered at 9/11 5K

On Saturday, September 12th the 2nd annual 9/11 Heroes Memorial 5K was held at the Princeton Square.

This is the starting line of the 5K race. Nate Neiderhaus won the event.

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