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Hasn’t the end of summer just flown by? We were watching the Olympics, getting the kids ready for school and then we enjoyed some of our favorite local festivals. In the blink of an eye, it was hello fall!

With someone from not only Indiana, but here in Gibson County, bringing home a gold in the Olympics, it seemed only fitting to feature Jackie Young. Years ago, someone told me they didn’t see why Jackie was a big deal. To be honest, it was one of the few times that I was at a loss for words. Well, now I’ve found my words - to those who don’t know or don’t get it – read on.

In Business Today read about a relatively new business that just keeps growing - D&T Power washing. For those of you looking to take a break from beef and pork, the Cooking Corner has an easy chicken meatball recipe to liven things up.

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From “Just a Kid from Princeton” to the Olympics . . . Again!

For years in front of the Francisco Elementary School there was a sign that read, “If you dream it, you can achieve it.” That phrase represents the state of Indiana in so many ways - from our manufacturing break-throughs, to agricultural advances, and our love of community sports.

Those Hoosier hardworking values and dreams were on full display recently at the Summer Olympics.

If Indiana had been a country, with our six million population, we’d have been ranked 11th in medals, over countries such as India. Isn’t that something?

What’s really something is that Jackie Young, from Gibson County, was on the podium in Paris, receiving a gold medal for basketball.

This accomplishment puts her in the category of Larry Bird who grew up in West Baden, went to college at ISU, and then went on to play for the Boston Celtics, winning championships and then an Olympic gold medal in 1992 as part of the Dream Team. It also puts Jackie in the company of a Petersburg native, Clyde Lovellette. Who you say?

Clyde was the first player in history to win an NCCA

championship, play in the NBA on a championship team, and win a gold medal.

He played at the Olympics in Helsinki, Finland, in 1952, and was the leading scorer. What historic Hoosier company!

The honor and privilege of standing on that podium didn’t come without years of hard work, practice, gym time and dedicated effort. It takes work to make dreams come true and Jackie has put in the work.

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On the front cover: Jackie playing with the Aces versus the Minneapolis Lynx in 2019. Photo from Wikipedia, courtesy Lorie Schaul.

Above: Jackie getting a firetruck ride with her first Olympic medal in Tokyo for 3x3 basketball. She and teammate Kelsey Plum are the only two who have medals in both events. Photo: Jancey Smith

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which Jackie had been a part of for two years, could play beginning, we watched her in high school lead the girls the USA Women’s Olympic team. From team to 53 consecutive wins and the there, she would go to London to state championship. That’s when she practice and play with her new broke Damon Bailey’s 26-year-record teammates and coach for just six days as the leading scorer in girls or boys before the beginning of the Olympics in basketball in Indiana, with 3,268 Paris. It was during that rainy opening points and broke the single season ceremony in Paris that Jackie got to scoring record with 1,003 points. We meet Labron James. In an interview, also remember when half the county she mentioned that getting to meet and was packed into the Gibson Southern talk to him was one of the highlights of gym as she scored her career high of the trip for her.

53 points and then watched her match With so little time for a coach to up against rival Tyra Banks in Mt. Jackie signing autographs after the WNBA evaluate top notch players, it was Carmel. Those were some great years championship September 2022. understandable that during the first few of community sports. games, there were various combinations of players We’ve then followed the progression from the time substituted during the game. But after coming off the when she went to Notre Dame and under coach Muffet bench in the game against Germany, Jackie scored 19 McGraw, developed her skills further. (Did she know points, with four rebounds and two assists, to secure the how cold South Bend is?) She worked, learned and starting spot previously held by basketball legend Diana helped her team win a NCCA championship her junior Taurasi for the remainder of the Olympic games. Her year in college, continuing to work on defense and team fierce defense, team play, and scoring helped the team play. There she got to meet future WBNA players, bring home another gold, their eighth straight to be coaches, travel, and get used to playing in big arenas. exact.

There were more than a few Gibson County locals When the last game against France was over, (what tuned into their TVs or at Klinker’s Bar and Grill, in April a nail biter!), Jackie was wrapped in an American flag 2019, when Jackie was announced the first overall draft and was seen motioning to someone in the crowd. It was pick in the WBNA. No one gets that position without most likely a signal to her sister to come down on the work, determination, and the promise of more to come. floor for a picture together. It had to be special for her to We then followed her to Vegas and watched as she have her sister Kiare there with her in Paris. She had a adjusted to a higher level of play, expectations, and few breaks to do some sightseeing, try some French experiences. (How was it driving in a huge city like food and they got some family photos in front of French Vegas after living in Princeton? How are the desert heat landmarks. and temperatures compared to Indiana humidity?) But However, once the games were over it was back to just like in a Clint Eastwood movie, she adjusted, work and fast. The closing ceremony of the Olympics adapted, and overcame to be a part of a WBNA was Sunday, August 11th, and then it was travel back to championship team, not once but twice.

Las Vegas before their season resumed on August 17th.

Was anyone surprised to learn that she’d made the That had to be exhausting - the travel through time Summer Olympic team? No, not us, her loyal hometown zones, media moments, and back to practice in the gym fan base. No surprise there, just pure pride and all the best wishes for an athlete so dedicated to being the best to get ready for the finish of the WNBA season. There was little time to catch up with family and friends. It may that they can be. be October, after their season is over, before she makes When the WNBA season took a break, the All Star game was held on July 20th so that the All Star Team, Continued page 4

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Jackie continued

Wishing A Fireman Farewell

a trip back home. But fear not, our H appy Birthday After 28 years of racing to emergencies, Chad little town and her fans will be Jackie Butts retired from the Princeton Fire Department. On waiting for her and proud to hold a Sept.16th Saturday, July 27th, there was a parade, decorate the town, and have party in his honor at the Knights a firetruck ready to congratulate her in of Columbus in Princeton, with true small-town style. plenty of food, friends, family The state of Indiana will also be watching and music. He was presented as the Vegas Aces play the Indiana Fever. What a two plaques for his years of match up - the top draft pick from Indiana will play the service top draft pick in Indiana. between We as Hoosiers, are basketball. After all, this is the 1998state where basketball began, where the Milan Miracle is 2024. a real thing, and where dreams really can come true.

With hard work and dedication all things are possible just ask Jackie. And in this little part of the state, Above: Chad with his wife Gerna, mother especially in her home of Gibson County, we couldn’t be Carolyn, and two grandsons. Right: Mike Pflug gave Chad a personalized plaque. prouder and wish her the best. Keep dreaming.

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Patrick Peyton, Travis Nolcox, Kimberlyn & Janelle Wood, Rachael Anthis, Matt King & Emily Satterfield helped load supplies and set up.

In the center of the crowd, Amber Alsobrooks & April Yockey from the library handed out supplies.

The weekend before school started was a busy one in the county. Many different organizations helped get the kids ready and handed out supplies.

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Above: New Sheriff trainee Kailya Rhoades got some fun on the job experience.

On Saturday, July 27th, over 130 people came to the back to school event put on by the Isaiah Project for foster families. They provided lunch and haircuts as well as supplies.

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The Patoka Volunteer Fire Dept.

On Sunday, July 28th, the Patoka Fire Department hosted an event to help with back to school. In the first 15 Nora Miller (center) dropped by minutes the community event. nearly 100 people came and the back packs were gone.

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Veteran’s Voice George Pickersgill - Gibson Co. Veterans Service Officer, 812-385-4522 Have you ever heard of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency? The DPAA is a Department of Defense organization whose task it is to provide the fullest possible accounting of our nation’s missing in action to their families and to the nation. This agency employs dedicated teams of personnel in and around former combat theaters of operations from nearly all American wars and conflicts. In short, their sole purpose is to locate and repatriate our American heroes who were lost or missing in action (MIA). I am satisfied that they will not rest until the very last American MIA is accounted for.

Of the 81,212 U.S. servicemembers currently listed as unaccounted for, the DPAA reports 1,716 as being Hoosiers. The agency also reports having accounted for a total of 92 Hoosiers to date. For more information related to this topic, which includes an excellent searchable database, visit their website at www.dpaa.mil.

In most cases, when MIA remains are located, they are transported to Joint Base Pearl-Hickam where

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specialized DPAA teams work diligently to positively identify these Americans thru forensic analysis. As you can imagine, based on the individual circumstances, this can be a lengthy and painstaking process that can literally take years. Once identified, these heroes are returned to their home for the fitting recognition and burial that they so deserve.

I have heard it said (by disgruntled malcontents) that our government really doesn’t care much about these service members and is doing little about it. After reading this article, I hope that you’ll trust me when I tell you that absolutely nothing could be further from the truth. As evidence, I ask you to consider two local Gibson County boys, both MIA in Korea for over 60 years. CPL Robert Tucker (missing in 1950 and returned to Patoka in 2012) and SGT Charles Garrigus (missing in 1950 and buried in Greenwood, IN in 2023) are but two of the many success stories of the DPAA. In fact, the DPAA has reported that for FY 2024 alone, 122 positive identifications have already been made. This may sound like an insignificant number but, if you consider what a monumental task we’re talking about, it really is quite remarkable.

If this topic interests you, or you’d enjoy learning more, a DPAA team will give a presentation on Saturday, September 7th from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Griffin Center, University of Southern Indiana. I hope to see you there.

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Local County Agent Received Achievement Award Abigail Heidenreich

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In Orange County, she worked with Amish produce Abigail Heidenreich received the Achievement growers that struggled with updated Food Safety laws Award from the National Association of County and adapted the required trainings to meet the Agriculture Agents during the 2024 Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement Conference in Dallas, Texas, educational needs of the Amish growers to allow them to continue their farming operations. Working with this on July 16th. The Achievement Award is given to underserved and often misunderstood members with less than 10 years of population of farmers was no easy service and selected by their peers for task. Abby’s ability to innovate to solve outstanding education programs in problems was also evident during the Extension. Individuals selected represent pandemic as she pivoted to provide safe the top one percent of the membership. programs both online and in-person.

Abby was raised on a farm in Gibson Internet access is not consistent in County, where she was involved in 4-H Orange County, so Abby developed an and FFA with a passion for agriculture. in-person PARP program that allowed That passion only became stronger speakers to broadcast content through a when she earned her BS in Agribusiness Abby receiving the award short-range FM transmitter. This allowed Economics from SIU Carbondale, then her MS in Agriscience Education from Auburn University. farmers to stay in their vehicles, gathered in a parking lot to earn their PARP credits. For younger audiences, Abby She knew she wanted to spend her life working in the wrote and delivered a Harvest of the Month curriculum agriculture industry, educating others about the for Indiana to be delivered in local schools. This 10importance of agriculture, and has dedicated her life to month program highlights 10 agricultural products grown that purpose. Abby’s career with Purdue Extension is a in Indiana, with each lesson including multiple learning testament to that dedication through the innovative approaches and hands-on activities. She matched the programs, partnerships and efforts she has been a part curriculum with state standards, allowing teachers to of both on a local level and statewide. report the lesson in their unit plans. Abby has now > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC

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partnered with the Indiana Farm to School Network to make her Harvest of the Month lessons available statewide.

In January of 2023, Abby started in Gibson County as ANR Educator and jumped right in to provide four Winter Workshops for farmers in February 2023. Winter Workshops have been held in Gibson County for more than 30 years, and Abby worked hard to connect with the community in order to provide these educational opportunities to farmers almost immediately after starting her new position. This effort is a reflection of Abby’s dedication to the agriculture industry and the farmers she works with. Within her first year in Gibson County, she held over 20 programs and built community connections with multiple organizations. Abby partnered with the Gibson County Visitor’s and Tourism Bureau to create a Farmer’s Market Trail as an alternative to holding a physical farmer’s market. This approach allowed small produce businesses that already had brick-and-mortar farm stands to grow their individual businesses rather than closing to attend a farmer’s market in person.

Abby coordinated with 11 farm stands to promote their products. She worked with a summer intern to build a webpage for the trail, map out a loop for people to drive between the farm stands, and created a cookbook with recipes from each farm stand utilizing their products.

This has been successful and the farm stands reported an increase in traffic and revenue as a result of the

Farmer’s Market Trail. Abby communicates her efforts to the local community through a monthly e-newsletter that she designs and compiles. This newsletter features upcoming programs, links to frequently requested resources, news articles and even a joke of the month.

Along with local programming, Abby also stands out in her statewide efforts. She is a leading member of the Purdue Extension Farm Stress Team, which focuses on promoting mental health awareness in the agricultural communities of Indiana. Abby’s involvement in the team comes from her own family’s experiences with stress and mental health on the family farm. She worked with the Indiana State Department of Agriculture on a grant to train call center workers for the 988 hotlines to prepare them for farmer or rural callers’ unique stressors, as well as making videos for meatpackers in Indiana highlighting the challenges they face in terms of mental health. She co-hosts the Tools for Today’s Farmer podcast, which focuses entirely on mental health in agriculture and allows farmers to learn about mental health through the experiences of others in the agriculture industry. The podcast has over 57 episodes featuring conversations with those who have experienced stress. She partnered with Hoosier Ag Today to write and record radio announcements educating farmers and rural listeners about mental health. The teamwork, commitment, leadership and innovation Abby has shown with this team speaks volumes to her passion.

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Business Today In today’s economy nothing is certain. This is especially true for business owners. Businesses come.

Businesses go. It’s an unfortunate teeter-totter that may lean to the latter side, especially when COVID became such a big part of the world. With that being said, there is a local business that has shined through the hardships. That being D&T Power Washing.

D&T was founded in November of 2019, by a former truck driver by the name of Donnie Breeden.

Donnie has been running this business for the past five years. He is a family man and a people person.

During Donnie’s truck driving days, he felt that God was pulling him out of the truck driving career field and into his current direction of owning his own power washing business. He had always wanted to own his own business but hadn’t Giving the side of the courthouse a fresh look

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Speaking with Donnie he states, “When the idea of starting a power washing business crossed my mind, I knew it was the Lord pulling me in that direction. As soon as I got confirmation from the Lord, I went to work on building this business to bring him glory.” With the path laid on his heart, he consulted his pastor and once again got more support. Donnie started off small but eventually got to a point where he was able to have a power washing trailer built by Action Equipment out of Evansville. Donnie’s favorite part of the business is simply meeting new people and being able to bless them, although he admits that it is satisfying to take something and make it shine like new again. I guess that’s where their motto of “Let D&T put the shine back on!” comes in!

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Donnie how the business has grown since it started, he replied, “We have become full-time, year-round power washers with a solid base of restaurants, houses, and carpets we clean on a routine basis, and are constantly looking to grow.” At the same time, he states, “I want to continue to grow this business, especially in the commercial hood cleaning department. I would really love to service every restaurant in the area, one local business supporting another.”

D&T Power Washing does a wide range of cleanings in a wide area of service. They service all of Gibson, Vanderburgh, Posey and Warrick counties. Going further into depth, Donnie states, “Really we go as far north as Indianapolis and as far south as Madisonville, Kentucky, and everything in between.” As far as their services go, they are a full-service restaurant cleaning company, everything from carpets, tile/grout, commercial hood cleaning, equipment cleaning, and exterior building cleaning including concrete. That’s just for businesses.

For residential homes, they do carpet cleaning, exterior washing, roof washing, and concrete cleaning. Also, they even have some deals if you require more than one type of cleaning. For restaurants, D&T offers a “Stay Beautiful” deal where if they schedule a hood clean and a floor cleaning at the same time you do receive a discount. For homes, if you book a carpet clean and a house wash at the same time you get a 10% discount off the total bill.

All in all, a solid business by a solid man. Donnie is a local who with this business takes care of his family of seven. What sticks out to me is Donnie’s goal of doing business with every local business in the area. What a great way of taking care of each other as local businesses go. So, if you are in need of some cleaning, whether it is for a business or residential, keep D&T Power Wash in mind. That way you too can have the shine put back on.

Should you frequent local food trucks in the area, keep an eye out for D&T’s Treats & Sweets. They just branched out into this business in 2023. Most recently, they couple has purchased Martin’s Carpet Cleaning.

However, those are stories for another day.

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Singing Terre Haute Janitor Coming to Town Richard Goodall, a school janitor from Terre Haute, recently advanced on the TV show America’s Got Talent after singing beautiful songs by performers such as Journey and Michael Bolton. He will be performing at the Toyota Event Center on September 27th at 7 p.m.

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Business Updates Tulip Tree Health Centers Celebrated National Health Center Month

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R’z Cafe` to Have New Owners

In honor of National Health Center Month, Tulip Tree held a lunch for their employees on Friday, August 9th, at Fort Branch Community Park.

Right: Tulip Tree CEO Kristine Georges handed out awards to employees.

Gibson County Rotary Welcomed Guests The Rotary Club of Gibson County meets at Dick Clarks on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays, often having community guest speakers.

Above: Former Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winneke spoke about his new role in the E-Rep program.

The talk of Fort Branch lately has been about the sale of R’z Cafe` and its off-shoots. After 12 years the Yancy family will be off on new adventures and Lauren and Lance Alston will be taking over the helm.

New Princeton Lawn & Power Coming Soon With the utilities now in place, the new building for Princeton Lawn & Power should be open soon once phone and internet lines are installed.

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Hi Everyone! September is almost here! The Summer Olympics are over and students are back in school. GCSW wishes to congratulate Princeton’s very own Jackie Young on her Olympic wins and especially for always making us proud that she is from Gibson County. Way to go, Jackie!

Our Fall Household Hazardous Waste Day will be coming up soon. Please watch our website and Facebook page for more information. We will announce the date as soon as it is confirmed. The event will be at the Toyota Family Medical Center. On HHW Day, we will be accepting batteries, including car batteries, oil and grease, chemicals, pesticides, adhesives, propane tanks, electronics, medications, sharps, and other hazardous materials not normally accepted.

Information on items accepted will be at each of our sites. Gibson County residents may also dispose of TV’s (limit 3) at this event for no charge. We are also planning a Tire Amnesty Day this fall, when you will be able to dispose of unwanted tires free. This information will be on our website when the dates are confirmed.

Happy Fall to everyone, and to all students and faculty…have a great school year…and remember to Reduce~Reuse~Recycle!

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Business Updates Familiar Face Joins the Auto Parke Team Robin has spent a career selling vehicles, although most of it in commercial sales. He is excited to join the family at Princeton Auto Parke because they have a reputation of integrity which is important to him. He looks forward to helping people and making new friends.

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Qualifying branch teams were judged on the success of their branch, client feedback and more. The Pinnacle Pinnacle conference for financial advisors was held in April.

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One of my favorite ways to change up the same old dinner rotation is to throw in some meatballs. I’ve baked, fried, smothered, made mega meatballs the size of tennis balls and tried the premade frozen ones. I tend use ground beef because it’s handy, but I really like adding a little sausage to the mix for flavor and moisture. However, I have never used chicken – until now.

While looking through the grocery store flyers, I saw that ground chicken was on sale and a coupon was offered to use as well. I was able to land a pound of ground meat for about a buck-fifty. How can you argue with that? Now, what to do with this great deal?

During my morning routine of coffee and emails, I came across a recipe for Italian Chicken Meatballs.

What an interesting idea! I love Italian and to be honest, poultry is leaner than many other options, so it was tempting. Once I read the ingredients and directions, I thought, “How easy!” With only a handful of ingredients and baking for 30 minutes, why not?

Baking meatballs, just like bacon, is so much easier. There’s no splatter, no high maintenance attending to the pan, and more uniform cooking.

Another tip is to use your melon ball scoop. I’m not getting my hands gooey rolling balls any more than I’ll dip my fingers into a meatloaf. It also helps keep the meatballs uniform size for easier cooking time.

I served these tasty little meatballs over pasta smothered in Alfredo sauce. My youngest son however, nibbled them straight off the tray. They’d be excellent on a sub with some gooey cheese or on a toothpick for a party appetizer with a marinara or garlic mayo dip.

I also discovered a simple way to dress up a summertime favorite – tomatoes. While many people

eat these sliced on sandwiches or diced in salads, I like them sliced, warmed and topped with fresh mozzarella cheese. Heating the tomatoes brings out the sweetness and that little touch of basil adds brightness. See for yourself – options are always good.

Baked Chicken Meatballs Ingredients 1 lb. ground chicken (turkey would work) 1 egg 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 2 T. olive oil 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. onion powder salt and pepper to taste 1 tsp. Italian seasoning (optional, but just do it!)

Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Line baking sheet with foil.

Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Scoop one inch balls onto baking sheet.

Bake for 30 minutes, rotating after 15 minutes.

Serves 6.

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Directions Slice tomatoes, place on plate and add salt and pepper. Microwave 30 seconds, sprinkle balsamic if using, top with cheese and heat 30 seconds more. Top with basil and serve.

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The parking lot was packed on Saturday, July 27th, when the Fort Branch VFW hosted a gun raffle. To make the event even more fun, the kitchen was open and offered a Wild Game menu – bison burgers, frog legs, venison stew, cornish hen and more.

Mike Gomez and Sharon Werne attended the event.

Mike won a 22 long rifle with revolving action.

Lauren Alston and some of the crew from the Brass Ring were also on hand for the event.

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The Shriners are always a part of local parades, helping local children.

This little one got a little help learning how to eat corn on the cob at the festival.

This year was a beautiful weekend for the Sweet Corn Festival in Oakland City. They had many activities, rides, music and a parade on Saturday. The Lions Club was so grateful for all the volunteers that helped them this year.

Students from OCU, members of Crossroads Church, the Francisco Lions Club, TriWrigley Bass was a Little Miss Kappa and others all pitched in Cornflower contestant and got to help make it a success. They to wave in the parade. appreciated everyone’s efforts.

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The first weekend of August was a toasty one for the annual Watermelon Festival in Owensville. However, it was a weekend of fun, rides, music, food, community and a car show. Barb Harris was the winner of a favorite event – Betsy Bingo.

The Lamey family of Holder’s Furniture had four generations on their float in the parade.

You can’t have a Watermelon festival without watermelons. Thank you Chamberlain Farms.

Watermelon Queen Autumn Scott and Jr. Miss Nora Riggs (Photo provided) The Vertical Church praise band provided music on Saturday afternoon.

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Submitted for GCAS by Community Support = Clair Juenell Owens No Expiration Date at GCAS Photo provided Our local Gibson County community has gone above and beyond to support Gibson County Animal Services (GCAS). The Board, the employees, the volunteers, and the dogs and cats (and maybe a bird, rabbit, or even a pig) thank the individuals, businesses, and organizations who have provided food, kitty litter, cleaning supplies, toys, and even newspapers in a crucial time. Thanks to you, GCAS rescues and provides care for animals who come to it until they find their forever home. We don’t give up on them.

Animal shelters and rescues across the nation have hit maximum capacity. While summertime normally sees an increase in the number of dogs and cats in shelters, this year has proven to be especially difficult across the country, made more difficult by state laws that limit the time strays or abandoned animals can be kept in a shelter. Most states require shelters to hold animals three to five days before the animals can be put up for adoption, sold, or worse, euthanized. Some shelters keep animals for only seventy-two hours, a mere three days, before employing euthanasia.

GCAS functions as a NO-KILL agency, only euthanizing when animals are beyond medical help or dangerous. Our animals do NOT have an expiration date on their charts, and we will NOT euthanize for space.

We want all of our furry ones to find their furever home, so we rely on fosters to assist with our over-abundance of four-legged residents until the humans and the pets make their acquaintance.

Maintaining all these animals can be challenging.

We have been overflowing with dogs and cats (and, of course, kittens and puppies), but the community has helped us meet this challenge. Wag Your Teal Boutique stepped up with an operation rescue fund and collected donations to help us, and we are very grateful that they gave us a hand, er, paw.

The Princeton Eagles Aerie #361 once again came to our rescue with monetary support. The Eagles fly high in our eyes.

We invite you to visit the shelter where you can meet your new furever friend, but we will definitely take advantage of the opportunity to take our residents out into the community to meet the public. Recently, Princeton Rural King hosted us in addition to donating food when we were in need. Four of our dogs strutted their stuff, and ALL FOUR were adopted that beautiful Saturday, with four cats at the shelter finding their new furever homes. Thanks to Rural King, eight pets

graduated from kennel to loving home that day, and many in the community provided food and cash donations. Our four-legged ones also enjoyed their outing at the Kiddie Day hosted by the VFW Post 2714 in Fort Branch. They appreciate meeting families and children.

Bandit, Bo-Bo, Cory, and many others are waiting at the shelter to meet you. Bandit looks a LOT like Pete the Pup, the canine star of the old Our Gang shows from the 1930s, and would love to star in your next TikTok video.

Bo-Bo loves going on walks and enjoying naps in the sunshine. Cory is litter-boxed trained and gets along with other cats. Can’t you see her casting those loving eyes up at you?

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We will soon host our annual Open House (think chili, lots of chili!) on October 5th, and we invite the community golfers to take part in the Freudenberg Invitational Golf Tournament on October 13th at the Oakland City Golf Club.

All proceeds go to GCAS, and we hope you ALL get a hole in one! More information is available on Cory our Fundraising Page.

Once again, GCAS extends our gratitude to the community. Your support helps us to care for our furry guests and takes us a step closer to the much-needed new shelter.

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Oasis Church, Princeton 1st Saturday monthly Sign in - 7-10:30 am Breakfast - 7:30-8:30 am Food Pantry - 8:30-11am Shopping - 8-10am

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

Food Pantry for Seniors The Senior Center, Princeton, Wed. Sept. 11th & 25th Thur. Sept. 12th & 26th 1 - 3 pm

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Princeton Veterinary Hospital Now Offers Appointments!

As you have probably noticed, we have been going through some growth here at Princeton Veterinary Hospital! It is important to us that we are available to help all of you and your furry family members when you have sick pets that need attention today. But we now we have a problem. When all you need is a short visit for an annual exam and vaccines, or a recheck of an ongoing or improving problem, you’re stuck waiting for way too long.

We hear you. And we have a solution! We are now taking appointments for wellness exams, vaccines, and rechecks on a limited basis. Appointments are available Monday through Friday, from 8:00am until 11:00am. Call us to schedule your appointment today; our

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To help us stay on time, please be 10 minutes early for your appointment, and tell our receptionists that you are here for a scheduled appointment, not to be put on our sign-in list.

Don’t worry, we are still accepting walk-in patients like we did before! We take sign-ins Monday through Friday from 8:0010:30am and 1:00-5:00pm and on Saturdays from 8:00-10:30am. You can sign in for anything your pet needs – vaccines, check-ups, rechecks, illnesses, or emergencies – just like you always could.

And don’t forget, you can text us at our regular number to ask a question, request an appointment, or request a medication refill. To make your refills even easier, you can visit our online pharmacy (https://bit.ly/ pvhpharmacy) to get your pet’s prescriptions delivered right to your front door!

As always, Princeton Veterinary Hospital is accepting new patients, no appointment needed. Bring your pets in to see our talented veterinarians and vet team! Call or text us at 812-385-2733, or find more information on our hours on our Facebook page or our website, PrincetonVet.net.

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Some folks might know a Bob White while at the same time never met a Bobwhite. Depending on the conversation, it could certainly get confusing as to which it is that’s being discussed. I’m talking about the Northern Bobwhite, a game bird that is spread across a lot of the United States.

The Bobwhite can spend most of its life heard and not seen. Their song is sung as “BOB - WHITE !” or more correctly it is sung “BOB, BOB-WHITE” in a repetitive short whistle repeated over and over every few seconds.

Growing up in the country, this sound was quite common and plentiful as a child.

I’ve not heard one since those years long ago until recently near my home. It was a very pleasant nostalgic sound bringing back many memories of those early days. I’ve lived in my current location over twenty years and just heard one a few weeks ago for the first time.

This game bird, a type of quail, is related to domestic poultry and native to the eastern United States. They’re a shy bird that will hang out in dense cover such as brushy areas with cover low to the ground. They can be found in coveys in the fall and winter with an average of twelve per covey. They will sit or roost in a circle on the ground all facing outward. This provides observation in all directions, improving the odds of unsuccessful predation.

Spending most of their time on the ground, unless frightened, they will blend into the brush and vegetation with their fantastic camouflage. The male and female are marked mostly the same except for the throat and facial markings. The male face has white above the eye extending from is white chin and throat while black originates from a thin line under the eye extending backwards as it widens with black on top of its head extending backwards as well. The female has the same head markings except hers are brown and tan instead of black and white. The breast feathers for both sport a

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black chevron pattern at the end of each feather while the rear, back and shoulders have a blend of cream, browns and varying shades of black.

Averaging 10 inches in length, this feller is actually like a cute small chicken except more slender in shape.

When the male and female pair up in the spring neither may remain monogamous. Nest building will be constructed on the ground of dead leaves, dead grass shoots and pine needles. Just before incubation. the female can lay one egg per day, usually averaging a clutch size of twelve eggs.

An interesting fact about the male is he can incubate and raise young independent of the female.

Food habits for this bird are seeds from grass, waste grain and weeds, with soft fruits and insects as well.

The Northern Bobwhite has been in steep decline.

From 1966 to 2014, the 85% decline has been very serious. Many individuals and organizations have been working to correct the steep decline due mainly to loss of habitat. By correcting and building new attractive habitat areas hopefully the loss can be turned around. In the 1980s, the population was over 58 million, while in 2022, the population was at just over 6 million. I’m certainly glad I was able to hear one at my house this year. I’m sure that doesn’t mean the problem is solved but it surely has to be a good sign.

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Gardening Highlights for September

Article & photos submitted by Sue Wilson of the Gibson County Master Gardeners

September is the Thirty days hath month many buy and September! Looking plant chrysanthemums back, how did summer because they bring pass so fast? The “dog days” are such beautiful color to our behind us and now we have to landscapes. They are the sure signal prepare our landscapes for fall and we’re leaving summer behind and fall winter. Many choose to plan in the fall and winter are coming soon. However, because the cooler temperatures you can plants your mums in the spring make it easier because plants, shrubs so they develop a root system that will and trees do not need as much water. help them survive winter, as long as The winter landscape is not as you buy perennials. They are called colorful but many plants, shrubs and “hardy” mums for a reason. An annual trees stay green all winter. If you have mum will die! resin pots that are colorful, they can Now is also a good time to cut be eye catching. Also, metal and A patch of sunflowers by the fence. bouquets of flowers for our home concrete landscapes can be eyebefore they quit producing new blooms. And clean up catchers, too. My philosophy is not to cut away the dead your landscape so you won’t have so much to do in the landscape but to wait until spring so the bugs, birds and spring. Enjoy the cooler temperatures. And when you critters have cover during winter. hear the crickets you know our wonderful summer Now is a good time to cut the heads off your sunflowers and set them out so the birds and critters can season is coming to a close. “Keep making the world a more beautiful place!” eat the seeds along with the bird feed you put out.

There’s nothing funnier than watch a squirrel grab a sunflower, twice their size, toward the tree he lives in 30 feet away. He leaps two steps, then rests, careful not to drop the head until he makes it to his tree.

It is best to clean out old debris in September. There are leaves, dropped blooms, small tree, and of course, the weeds which keep persistently coming up all summer. I have decided that weeds have a “survival“ mechanism like nothing else in nature. Remember that weeds literally choke to death your plants, shrubs and trees. Making sure you get the whole root is important.

That’s why gardeners love a slow soaking rain so that getting the whole root is much easier. This summer has caused a bumper crop of weeds because of the on and off drought we have been experiencing. Not only have our landscapes suffered but so have our vegetable gardens.

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Fall Happenings at Lyles Station September is here! It’s back to school for many of the children in the area. There’s excitement for the 138th Labor Day Celebration on August 30-September 2nd, at the Gibson County Fairgrounds in Princeton. Just like in 1886, for the very first celebration, citizens of the county will load their families up in their buggies, wagon or vehicle of choice to attend all the festivities.

September is a special month in the life of the farmer and their families. It is time to harvest or preparation for the harvest for the winter ahead. Many gardens and fields are winding down, some plants are giving their last effort to bear fruit or ripen what is on the plant. Many people might be preparing fried green tomatoes with their last few tomatoes they have on the plant. My Mother loved fried green tomatoes.

The families of the early settlement at Lyles Station such as the Lyles, Grier, Bass, Stewart, McDaniel and Cole, just to name a few, would be preparing the garden beds for their cool weather crops such as beets, brussel sprouts, collards, radishes, and turnips. Their warm weather crops might have been beans, corn, melons, squash, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes. Harvesting herbs would take place in September – such as basil, chives, lavender, parsley, sunflowers and thyme. It is always important for future gardens to harvest the seeds from herbs, flowers, and vegetables. Storing the seeds

properly was sometimes difficult when living in log cabins. The seeds had to be dried out, then stored in a clean dry bottle with a cork or tin cover. Then it was stored in a cool dry place.

Preparing the land for October planting would include: tilling by hand, ox, or horse, amending the soil, and planting a cover crop. October’s planting could include garlic, rhubarb, fruit trees and/or berry bushes.

These can also be planted in the present day.

Currently at Lyles Station Historic School and Museum, much is happening with the many Toyota employees who are helping with much needed improvements to the school, gardens, and surrounding property. Many thanks to them for their assistance. Final details are being made for the “Farm to Table” dinner on September 14th. The month of October is the last BIG event at the Lyles Station Historic School and Museum.

The Corn Maze will be every Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday with hayrides, games, smores at the fire pit and much more available for kids of all ages 1-100.

Travel through the custom corn maze, have hotdogs cooked at the fire pit, enjoy popcorn and other foods.

We are excited for all the events in September and October. Come and enjoy fall with US! See you there in Lyles Station, Indiana.

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These gentlemen were just part of a crew that made over 1,000 gallons of burgoo for the annual social.

The first Sunday of August is the annual St. James Summer Social in Haubstadt. They had a great turnout this year and cars were parked in the field.

There were chicken or beef dinners, burgers, games, raffles and ice These two ladies claimed to be Classy & Sassy. Can you guess which is which? cream.

There were many gift baskets and styles of decor available, including some Halloween items.

JoAnn Broshears handed out plates for lunch to friends and family.

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SRO Riley Farmer was at another community event.

Bonnie Wagner (right) stops to chat before grabbing lunch at the social.

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Retired Employees of Emge Meet for Breakfast The retired employees of Emge Packing Company have been meeting for breakfast since January 2004. They are in their 20th year. They meet every fifth Sunday during the year at Golden Corral in Evansville. The next breakfast will be September 29th at 7:30 a.m.

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On Thursday, August 15th, Governor Eric Holcomb presented Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company with the Governor’s Century Award, a prestigious recognition given to Hoosier businesses that have demonstrated resilience and dedication by operating continuously for at least 100 years. This award highlights the enduring commitment of Springs Valley to its community and its lasting impact.

The Governor’s Century Award is part of Indiana’s recognition program celebrating the state’s long-standing businesses. This award was established to honor businesses that have thrived for 100 years or more, and reflects the stability, adaptability, and ongoing legacy of these organizations.

“We are honored to receive the Governor’s Century Award,” said Craig Buse, President. “This recognition is a testament to the hard work, resilience, and dedication of our entire team over the past century. It reflects our unwavering commitment to serving our community and continuing to innovate while staying true to our values.”

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Rural King Hosted Pet Event

North Gibson Held Pickleball Tourney

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The Gibson County Animal Shelter wants to thank the entire community for responding to our recent plea for needed food and supplies.

It was heartwarming. Also thanks to Rural King for hosting a very successful adoption event on Saturday, August 10th, where eight animals were adopted and monetary and food donations were received!

Thank you Gibson County for being an animal loving/ caring community!!!!!

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Services for Seniors Presented at the Library

Local Author Visited Library

On August 17th, the Princeton Library hosted an event to showcase senior services available in Gibson County.

George Pickersgill represented the Veterans Service Office.

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Oakland City resident Ryan Null held a book signing at the Princeton Public Library on August 13th. He has 15 spent years writing and now self publishing “The Flare Chronicles.” The father of three admitted that self publishing a book takes a lot of work and time. Check his website for Author Ryan Null with a copy of the Joyce Montgomery from the Senior more information. first segment of The Flare Chronicles.

Center had information on events.

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3 Bodi Fitness with Megan Hunt 6:30pm Fitness is back at the library! Join Bodi Fitness member Megan Hunt & friends as she leads a workout!

4 LOL: Comedy Class 57pm Teens 13-18 can learn about stand up comedy intros, rants and one liners from local comedian Janice Barniak! Sign up required

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Adult Craft Night 6pm Mystery Grab Bags 8 9 Steve Johnson Art 1pm & 6pm Bob-Ross-styled paint classes. 5 spots open per session. Oils painting; wear old clothes!

Fiber Fanatics 6pm Knit, crochet, & needlepoint!

10 Story Time 10am Our usual story time is back! Animal Antics (with music & puppets) Teen Tuesday 4pm Teen Tuesday is back!

Winds of Wonder (Parachute challenge)

Fiber Fanatics 6pm Sewing with Susan 6pm Machine sewing for beginners & intermediates

Adult Craft Night 6pm Pumpkin Shape painting

12 Friends of the 13 Friends of the Library Book Sale 9am- Library Book 8pm Sale 9am-5pm We need more room sale! We need more Random book assortments room sale! available for 3 days only!! Random book assortments Euchre Players 1:30pm available for 3 For experienced players days only!! and beginners!

14 Family LEGO Saturday 2-4pm Brick building fun for all ages!

Books & Breadsticks Book Club 6pm Meeting at Susan Bobe’s to Games Club 4pm discuss Nine Perfect Parachute target practice Strangers by Liane & aim games Moriarty

Sewing with Susan 6pm Machine sewing for beginners & intermediate skills 1 16 Family Movie Night 5 5pm Free showing of Turning Red rated (PG) with free popcorn and water available while supplies last

11 Friends of the Library Book Sale 9am-8pm We need more room sale!

Random book assortments available for 3 days only!!

17 Story Time 10am Stickers & Stories Teen Tuesday 4pm Watercolor painting practice & fun Library Board of Trustees Meeting 4:15pm Open to the Public

18 LOL: Comedy Class 5- 19 Euchre Players 20 7pm 1:30pm Teens 13-18 can learn about Beginners & Experienced stand up comedy and Players welcome! storytelling in jokes from Games Club 4pm local comedian Janice Get your friends and Barniak! Sign up required family members together for a fun gaming session!

Adult Craft Night 6pm Drawing games & Mystery Grab Bags charades tonight!

2 23 Crafty Corner 5pm 24 Story Time 10am 25 Adult Craft Night 6pm 2 Come along with Miss April Birdie Watchers We will be making Pick-up and make a simple craft that Trucks with fall themed Teen Tuesday 4pm all ages can enjoy! décor tonight!

Sweet Sugar & Sand Fiber Fanatics 6pm (Sensory Play) Knit, crochet, & Bodi Fitness with needlepoint!

Megan Hunt 6:30pm Join Bodi Fitness Sewing with Susan 6pm member Megan Hunt & Machine sewing friends as she leads a workout that is great for all body types & sizes!

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Puzzle Races for prizes!

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~ A ndy Q uiz ~ 1. It’s been said, that Barney can’t sing a _____.

A. Note B. Song C. Lick D. Tune

2. When do people NOT swing in Mayberry?

A. At night B. At noon C. At dawn D. At dusk

3. According to Andy, Nurse Mary’s kiss, felt better than a _____ _____.

A. Pig’s nose B. Goat’s tongue C. Hamster’s kiss D. Mule’s nose For answers see page 22

RiverOaks Had Fun at Casino Day

Local Church Held Ice Cream Social

Photos: Jancey Smith

Photo: Jancey Smith

From left: Charlotte Morris, Sarah Graham & Tawana Webster helped serve desserts for the social.

On a toasty hot Saturday, August 17th, the Patoka Presbyterian Church held a homemade ice cream social. They served 165 people dinner and sold the 60 gallons of homemade ice cream to go. Corellen Bruce and June White came away with holiday wreaths.

At the end of July, RiverOaks Heath Campus put on a casino day for the residents and invited the public to an open house of live music, fancy food and games.

Left: George Wilhite dealt cards for the seniors. Right: Phyllis Blaize & Dawn Green hosted guests, organized games and kept the fun going.

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