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Hasn’t summer been breezing by? It seems we just had a week of the Gibson County Fair and it will be back to school in the blink of an eye. There’s still plenty of events happening while we swelter through August and plan for fall.

Our feature this month is a look back at our local fair. For those who couldn’t or didn’t make the journey, we have a collection of pictures from the week. They are but a small sample of the folks, sights and sounds of this 167th event.

With the gardens popping and the heat rising, the Cooking Corner has some ideas on how to keep it easy.

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The 167th Year of Gibson County Fair

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In Photos For 167 years now, the Gibson County Fair has been a part of our community. It’s a week-long event of family fun.

This year it was a nearly perfect week. The temperatures and humidity were down and we escaped rain. There were a lot of “blood, sweat, and tears put into this year’s fair,” commented Charlie Woodruff, Fair Board Vice President. Many volunteers, businesses, and families worked together to put on this event and they try to make it better each year.

There was a good, steady attendance all week long, with the new Two for Tuesday going over very well. The Francisco Volunteer Fired Department reportedly served over 1,000 Fair Fish Sandwiches after just three days. It was also a great week for the 4-H kids. They were able to display exhibits and show off their critters while having fun with friends. Thanks to all who made it a great week!

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On the front cover: Top left: The Fair Queen and members of her court: Ruthie Mercer, Addison Schafer, Queen Mylie Rexing, & Mallory Watt.

Bottom left: The 10-year 4-H Kids were honored: Back Row L-R: Jake White, Kayden Sterczer, Adam Spindler, Hannah Minton, Halle Minton, Kelsey Ellis, Mylie Rexing, Camden Anslinger, Jaden Althoff, Luke Ice. Middle Row L-R: Elaine Pomeroy, Ezra Pohl, Hannah Hunt, Alana Haas, Makenzie Brogan, Amelia Robinson, Rugar Jenkins. Front Row L-R: Audrey Strickland, Ethan Stevenson, Ruthie Mercer, Lani Schmits, and Sidnee Mason. (Photo courtesy Ryan Scott) Top Right: There was a pit party held before the monster truck show Monday night. Bottom right: Eddie Craig gets a pic with Friday’s concert headliner, Chase Matthew. (Photo courtesy Ryan Scott)

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Event Highlights from the Fair ~ Photos: Jancey Smith

This year there were events, exhibits and entertainment that would suit almost anyone.

Many local musicians performed nightly for the dining crowds. There were various art forms on display, from carvings to quilts and photography. Competitions like races, rodeo skills, demo cars, big trucks, and pulling tractors were fun for many as well. Brady’s amusements Jenna Ellis was also featured a new ride. Every year the Fair is awarded Miss Gibson different and this one was one for the books.

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Scott Mason and crew were one of the local bands who performed near the outdoor Pavilions.

The rodeo was good for both roping and poles.

This was one of the many creations of the Bear Hollow Wood Carvers.

There were two demo derbies this year. (Photo Ryan Scott)

The Princess and Mini Princess contests were moved to the Toyota Event Center this year.

There were some trucks Sunday night that had some good pulls.

Local favorite Josh Miley from Francisco was on hand for the pulls.

Two Fair staples: Ross Key & Matt Kolb chatting at the auction.

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4-H Highlights from the Fair ~ With five days of events and over 400 local kids in Gibson County 4-H, these are but a sample of the events, awards and entries.

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Hannah Minton did very well in the poles.

Ailie Taylor showed her prize winning sheep at the auction.

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Ayden Spindler waited to take his turn at running the poles.

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Locals at the Fair ~ Photos: Jancey Smith

One of the nicest things about our county fair is that you run into friends, neighbors, and folks you haven’t seen in a bit. It’s a great way to catch up on local clubs, business, and organizations.

From left: Jayson Shoultz, Fire Chief Vincent Kolb & John Longworthy cooked for the Francisco Volunteer Fire Dept.

David Kelle, Sue Miskovic and Jodi Meyer of the Master Gardeners helped at the booth.

The Gibson County Health Department offered a changing table and nursing station for moms.

From left: Amber Alsobrooks and Shannon Linsday chat with Heather Hicks of the Big Brothers & Big Sister Organization.

Sandy Hedges of Solid Waste gave away a Todd Lynch helps the Oakland City Lions Club plant stand and a wreath of recycled material. sell lemon shake ups. Sweet Corn is coming.

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Photo: Jancey Smith Two-year-old Bechman enjoyed a corn dog and lemonade.

Grandma Andrea Taborn was in charge of keeping the kids corralled and fed. This little one had a taste for lemons.

Each year, River Oaks Health Campus brings a crew of its residents and staff to the fair for lunch. They make an afternoon of visiting the exhibits after some Fair Fish and a Nutty Bar.

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Mason’s Award Fair Winner After spending a week at the Gibson County Fair talking to folks, the Masons awarded April Bruce with an insulated cooler bag.

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Honoring 75 Years of Being a Mason

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Front: William Ford and his grand daughter Corey Ford. Standing from left to right: Andy Davis, Vaughn Collins, Troy Wilson, Evan Meyer, Bill Shoulders, Randy Lawson, Cecil Scott, Kyle Nelson, Kenny Roy Jr. (Past Grand Master) Bill Reiners (Past Grand Master) and Neil Ward.

Since June 1948, William Ford has been a member of the Masonic Lodge. To honor their 99-year-old member, the lodge held a dinner and awarded him with a pin, a plaque, and cake.

Right: Corey had the honor of helping her grandpa William with his pin.

Coming to Gibson County from Japan in 2019, Captain Chris Marques has been with our local Salvation Army and was involved in helping our community in so many ways. He rang bells, handed out food boxes, and did countless other jobs to help our locals.

He earned the rank of Major in the Salvation Army and was transferred to help people of Hammond, Indiana. He left the end of June and his replacement, Major Judy Londer, is traveling from North Dakota to be here the first of August.

Major Chris said that he’ll miss the quietness and our community. He loved the fireflies. Chris said he liked getting to know the people here and how laid back and how folks here are very accepting.

There was a reception held as a farewell with lunch and cake. Many folks gave him cards and gifts to remember them. However, he wasn’t looking forward to a four hour drive with his cat!

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My first idea was to come up with a Cowboy Caviar & Chips new grilling idea for the upcoming 4th of July holiday. I wanted to offer a new take on a grilled steak or an idea for a different type of burger. You know, up the grilling game for the summer. I was searching for ideas when I had a chat with our Navy girl who’s a cook. Her suggestion, knowing that I have fresh herbs growing on the porch, was a flank steak with a Steaks - Roasts - Ground Beef & More! chimichurri sauce. Hmm . . . The husband and I’ve tried $ flavored butters on steaks or a peppered jelly on chicken, but never chimichurri. In simplest terms it’s G ift similar to a pesto sauce using parsley instead of basil, s Certificate but with no pine nuts - let’s say a slightly spicy, mediumA vailable thick green sauce.

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would be an easy, no-fuss use of some of my favorite flavors - tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil for brightness. However, what I don’t use often is balsamic vinegar. It’s a dark but not too overpowering acid. But the key is dark, just like Worcestershire. So when I threw it all in the bowl and mixed gently, all looked hopeful. But after chilling for a tad and letting the flavors blend, I discovered that my pearls of mozzarella looked like little chocolate marshmallows.

The flavor wasn’t bad, but the presentation, not so much. One of my food friends suggested drizzling the sauce on top at the time of serving. Thinking about it, that’s usually how caprese comes.

One summer recipe that is easy to make and travels well to picnics and potlucks is Cowboy Caviar, or sometimes called Texas Caviar. It’s a veggie dip that can be used like salsa with chips, as a side dish, or as a topping for chicken. With no mayonnaise, it travels well and is easily made ahead.

Cowboy Caviar Ingredients1 can black eyed peas w/jalepeno, rinsed and drained 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 med. onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 dozen cherry or grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 tsp. salt and pepper 1 tsp. garlic salt couple of squirts of lime or lemon juice optional - 1/2 cup corn Preparation Mix all ingredients together in medium bowl and let chill. Serves 6-8, I love fresh corn, but am not a fan of boiling water in the summer. Without central A/C, the kitchen becomes a steam bath when I put on a pot of boiling water for blanching, cooking corn, or pasta, so I just don’t. The oven is better insulated so I wrap corn cobs in foil and let them roast in the oven, but the grill works well, too if you want to keep the heat outside.

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A quick and easy tip for dinner that uses some local fare is topping a few chicken breaths with pepper jelly. Some of our locals make their own jellies and adding peppers in the mix just make use of more flavors. These jars come in a variety of combinations and can be Chicken topped with strawberry, picked up at most vendor pineapple, & jalapeno jelly. fairs or farmers markets.

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Pepper Jelly Chicken Ingredients2 or 3 chicken breasts 1/2 tsp. Weber’s Kickin’ Chicken seasoning 1/4 tsp. black cracked pepper 1-2 T. pepper jelly Preparation Sprinkle chicken breasts on both sides with pepper and chicken seasoning. Place in skillet with lid. Add 1/4 inch water to pan.

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Purdue Extension and local produce grower Legacy Taste of the Garden have partnered to bring a new program to the area. Every Monday, they visit a location with food education information and in return visitors get a bag of fresh, local produce.

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Princeton High School

Picturing the Past Story: Mayor Greg Wright

On August 20, 2023, North Gibson School Corporation officials will host a ceremony, 111 years to the day, opening the cornerstone of old Princeton High School built in 1912. The cornerstone is known to contain historical artifacts, such as coins, letters from community leaders at the time, and memorabilia from the early part of the 20th century.

Earlier this summer school officials removed the cornerstone from the abandoned building in preparation for the property to be demolished. The property will be developed into a much-needed housing project here in Princeton.

In August 1912, a great celebration was held to celebrate the cornerstone on the day it was laid. A parade through downtown, a ritualistic Masonic ceremony, as well as speeches from notable community leaders occurred when the entire town shut down for an afternoon to witness the event. In 1912, Princeton high

The Irving School on Seminary Hill in the 1870’s

school was constructed when it was deemed that the former Irving school building, built in the 1870’s, was considered uninhabitable. Prior to 1912, the high school classes were held in the old Lowell building on W. Water Street.

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Above: A drawing of the 1912 Princeton High School before its’ completion. Courtesy of the Princeton Clarion

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What’s Happening!!

VFW #2714 Fort Branch Kitchen open for Taco Tuesday, Thur. & Fri. specials 4-7pm, Summer hours Fri. & Sat. 3-10pm Check Facebook for specials, open to the public carryout available

Texas Hold Em Princeton Moose Lodge Saturday, Aug. 19th 6 pm

Oakland City Holiness Camp Meeting Corner of Walnut & Trusler Oakland City, IN Aug. 6th-13th Revival Mon.-Fri. 6:30 Sat. & Sun. 6 pm Evangelist Micah Sturm Songleader Montgomery Family

Amer. Legion Post #25 Breakfast Broadway, Princeton 2nd & 4th Saturdays 8 - 10 am

Arsenic & Old Lace Auditions Broadway Theatre Aug. 3rd - 6 pm Aug. 5th - 10 am

Jesi’s 10th Annual Poker Run Mt. Carmel Eagles 724 Poplar St. Saturday, Aug. 26th, Sign ups 8:30 am -10:00 am Ride out 10:30 am Benefit dinner & auction 5 pm, band 8pm-12

Art Show

Bokeh Big Band

River Oaks Health Campus, Princeton for Saturday, Aug.19th details 10 am - 2 pm St. Jude’s Giving Arts/Crafts for display/Sale Broadway Theatre Aug. 19th - 7 pm pageSee 15

Hope Fundraiser Saturday, Aug. 5th, 10am - 1pm Fairgrounds Pavilion

Haubstadt Vendor Markets Saturdays 8 am - noon Aug. 12th & 26th Sept. 9th

Karaoke Night Princeton Moose Lodge Saturday, Aug. 26th, 8 pm

FREE Hearing Aid Screening

Fort Branch Town Wide Yard Sale Saturday, Aug. 5th 7 am

The Center for Seniors (behind Rural King) Wednesday, Aug. 2nd & 16th Call 812-202-0922 for apt.

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Broadway, Princeton 2nd & 4th Saturdays 8 - 10 am

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Fun at the Gibson County Fairgrounds Tuesday, Aug. 1st National COPS Night Out, 4:30-8 pm Saturday, Aug. 5th St. Jude Fundraiser, Pavillion Saturday, Aug. 12th Collectors Carnival Antique & Flea Market Saturday, Aug. 12th, 9 am - 4 pm

Monday: 8:45 Breakfast 9:30 am - Bingo 12:00 pm - Card Players Tuesday: 9 am - Exercise Class 11:30 - Lunch then music Noon - Crocheting Wednesday: 11 am - Quilters Thursdays: 10 am - Bible Study 1 pm - Art Class/Painting

Friday: 9 am - Tone & Stretch 9:45 am - Line Dancing 11:30 - Lunch -------------------------------Thursday Aug. 3rd - 8:30 am Men’s Breakfast Call for info 812-385-2897 Mon. Aug. 14th - Produce Give away 10:30 am Mon. Aug. 21st - Master Gardeners 6:00 pm

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What’s Happening!! ~ Help with Food in the Community ~ Salvation Army Food UMC Delivers Pantry Dinners Gibson St., Princeton Monday, Aug. 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Wednesday, Aug. 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th 9-11:30 am & 1-3 pm

Hillside Church, Princeton Monday, Aug. 14th Call 812-385-2910 by 2:30 pm

Owensville Food Pantry

Lord’s Pantry Fort Branch Every Wednesday 9 am - 11 am

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

Food Pantry for Seniors

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

Salvation Army Free Food Give Away Gibson St., Princeton Tuesdays, Aug. 1st, 8th, 22nd & 29th Fridays, Aug. 11th & 25th 2:30 - 3:30 pm

The Senior Center, Princeton, Wed. Aug. 9th & 23rd Thur. Aug. 10th & 24th 1 - 3 pm

East Gibson Food Pantry Trinity United Methodist Church, 405 S. Mulberry St. Every Wednesday 9 am - noon

Salvation Army Free Mackey Salem UMC Grab & Go Meal Gibson St., Princeton Community Meal Tues. Aug. 8th, 15th & Third Tuesday monthly 11 am - 12:30 pm proceeds go to E. G. food pantry

Food Give Away Greater Holy Temple, Princeton Saturday, Aug. 12th, 11am - 1 pm

22nd 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Oakland City Meetings 2nd & 4th Mondays 1st Saturday each month. Monthly at Mt. O Community All you can eat breakfast Center, 7 pm 7 am - 10 am, $10 for biscuits Collecting old cell phones, & gravy, eggs, sausage, fried hearing aids and glasses potatoes & pancakes

JOY Club Bingo

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

Cruise-In at the Square

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

1st Monday: Princeton Head Start 3 pm 2nd Monday: Gibson County Center for Seniors (Seniors only) 10:30 am 3rd Monday: Owensville Library Annex 3 pm 4th Monday: Oakland City Public Library 2 pm

Salvation Army, Gibson St., Princeton Sat., Aug. 12th, Doors open at 3 pm 4 - 6 pm, bring can good

Monthly Car & Bike Show

Princeton Square Friday, Aug. 25th 5 - 8 pm

Mom’s Diner, Oakland City Friday, Aug. 4th, 6 - 8 pm

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Jesi’s Ride 3rd Bike & Car Show Eagles, 724 Poplar St. Mt. Carmel, IL Saturday, Aug. 26th 3-7 pm Live band 8 - ?

DPI Jeep Fest Princeton Square Friday, Aug. 11th, 5 pm

Yard Sale Salvation Army, Gibson St., Princeton Friday, Aug. 4th & 18th 8am - 1 pm

Fort Branch Trivia Night, 7 pm Saturday, Aug. 19th

Collectors Carnival Antique & Flea Mkt Gibson County Fairgrounds Saturday, Aug. 12th 9 am-4 pm $2/person See page 16 fo 7-9 am $5/person r details

Blood Drive K of C, Princeton Monday, Aug. 14th, 2 - 6 pm Call for appointment 1-800-733-2767

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Amer. Legion #256 Mt. Olympus Lions Club

Owensville Watermelon Festival August 3rd-5th

Jasper Strassenfest August 3rd-6th

St. James Summer Social Sunday, August 6th

Oakland City Sweet Corn Festival August 10th-12th

Evansville Frog Follies August 25th-Aug 27th

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Business Updates Washsalon Celebrated Grand Opening With a Ribbon Cutting A new laundry service opened on Second Avenue in Princeton, near Fifth/Third Bank. Washsalon is the third location of owners David and Amanda Bell. The business is open 24 hours/seven days a week with four 80-pound washers and 40 high-speed dryers. They also offer a drop-off service for convenience so that laundry can be picked up washed and folded.

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LRA Consulting Moved to a New Location After opening its doors in the spring of 2021, on the north side of the Princeton Square, LRA Consulting moved to a new location on W. State Street across from Attraction’s Beauty Salon. They had a ribbon cutting with the Chamber of Commerce to celebrate a new beginning.

Friends, family and members of the Gibson County Chamber of Commerce welcomed LRA.

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George Pickersgill - Gibson Co. Veterans Service Officer, 812-385-4522 Are you aware that, as a disabled wartime veteran, your children may be eligible for a Tuition and Fee Exemption at any Indiana state-sponsored university? This is just one example, albeit a big one, of our state’s growing commitment to Hoosier veterans.

To qualify for this exemption, the veteran’s child must: • Be the biological child of the veteran (or legally adopted prior to their 18th birthday).

• Be younger than 33 years of age upon eligibility determination.

• Maintain satisfactory academic progress as determined by the educational institution.

The veteran parent must have: • Served in the Armed Forces during a period of recognized wartime OR performed duty that was equally hazardous that was recognized by the award of a Service or Campaign Medal of the United States. These include, but are not limited to: * Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal * Navy/Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal * Multinational Forces and Observers Medal

• Been rated by the VA for a service-connected disability OR suffered a service-connected death -OR• Been awarded the Purple Heart Medal OR been wounded as a result of enemy action.

-AND• Either entered the Armed Forces from an Indiana Home of Record address OR resided in Indiana for at least 5 years preceding the application for exemption. Likewise, the child (student) must be eligible for resident tuition in Indiana.

• Received any discharge from the Armed Forces of the United States other than a dishonorable discharge.

If these conditions are met, the child (student) may receive 124 credit hours of exemption at an Indiana state-sponsored university to include: • Indiana University (and all its campuses) • Purdue University • Indiana State University • Ball State University • Southern Indiana University • Vincennes University The exemption may be full or partial based on the service dates of the veteran parent.

This can be a complicated topic and is based on numerous variables. If you believe that your child may be entitled, please contact me and allow me to help you determine if this is the case. As always, it is my joy and privilege to serve you.

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Highlights from the VFW Post 2714 Recently the VFW Post 2714 received an award as Best Honor Guard in Indiana. Congratulations to them and we appreciate their service.

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The Making of a Movie - The Mustang Speaks About this time in 1991, there was a crew in Evansville filming a movie, A League of Their Own. That was a memorable event for some locals and one that our area won’t likely forget. Just a few weeks ago, another film was being made in Haubstadt. Now it was a different type of film and a different subject, but the hopes are just as big.

At the Triple E Ranch in Haubstadt, where Sky Epperson operates the Mustang Adoption Academy, a crew of horse lovers gathered to document the process of gentling, training, and adopting Mustang horses. If you remember in the January issue of Small Town Living, we presented Sky’s style of gentling these Mustangs, using brain-based methods. Now he’s looking for a new way to reach out and spread the word of the Mustang’s plight and possibilities.

Part of the crew was Julianne Neal of JA Media, the film maker who did the Filmmaker Julianne Neal Mustang Discovery Ride.

Joining them was Lisa Diersen of Equus Filmfest and The Mustang Summit and foundation director for the Mustang Discovery Ride. One of Lisa’s treats was to work with a young foal named Amore. The Illinois native has a touch with baby horses and this was proven. Within a short time the foal not only allowed her to touch it, and also accepted a full body rub.

Also working with Sky was Annamaria Sims who is a certified massage therapist (for horses). Who knew? It has been shown to help

Photos: Jancey Smith

The second day Annamaria and Sky worked with Atlas. The day before he tried to climb the fence.

prevent injury, promote movement, and relieve soreness among others issues. While she and Sky were working with a two year old named Atlas, who’d only been near them briefly the day before, Annamaria was able to watch the horse as he moved, his tendencies and patterns, so that she was able to determine there was a foot problem. Most of the horses coming to them from living in the wild are in need of care.

The group set about filming the stages of gentling a Mustang in segments to show the progression and possibilities that these horses have. They have to get over the trauma of separation, travel and get used to people. Learning acceptance and trust is key, so that they can be cared for and later trained to coexist with humans. In a few weeks Sky will be taking one of the horses he’s trained back out west to Colorado to be a trail horse. Finding them good, safe homes is the adoption process.

The ultimate goal of the documentary is some national television exposure from stations like NPR, PBS or even maybe a jump to the big ones like 60-Minutes or National Geographic.

The more exposure, the more understanding, and then more adoptions. For the Mustangs, the sky’s Two-year-old Atlas lets Sky pet his nose the limit. after just two sessions of training.

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Celebrating 50 Years of Fun in Paris

Fort Branch Twigs Held Almuni Banquet Photos: provided

While Randy Scales was playing music at a friend’s house on Lake Road in 1972, Shelia walked in and changed his world. The two took a trip to Paris the last week of June to mark their 50 years together.

Martha Jean Riddle Wheaton (‘56) sits across from her brother John Riddle (‘45) and they were the oldest alumni attending.

Randy & Shelia June 23rd, 1973

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Gibson County 2024 Eclipse Grant Program Announced

Fort Branch High School alumni filled GSHS’s cafeteria to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the school. After President Jan Holder Burger welcomed all, alumni who served in the military were recognized.

David Rhinefort (‘67) offered a blessing on the food catered by The Carriage Inn. Mike Emge (‘69) and Joan Utley French (‘67) were elected as new board members.

Ann Reinhart Georges (‘54) won a beautiful black and gold quilt, John Hollis (’79) presented a photo tribute to the Honor Classes of ’52, ’53, ’62, ’63, ’72, ’73, and ’74 complete with senior pictures, and favorite songs. The evening included a trivia competition The next reunion will be June 28, 2025. Anyone who attended school in the old FBHS building is welcome to attend alumni functions. For information email Marjan.lagrange@gmail.com.

In preparation for the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse, the Gibson County Visitors and Tourism Bureau has announced a new grant program designed to encourage eclipse-related events and activities.

Organizations in Gibson County are encouraged to host activities and events that will enhance the eclipse experience for local residents and visitors alike. These may include, but are not limited to, viewing parties, entertainment events, educational programs, and other activities that the public can enjoy during the weeks leading up to and including the eclipse. All funded events must be held in Gibson County and be open to the public. Educational events must take place between February 1 – April 8, 2024. Social/entertainment events must take place between April 4--April 8, 2024.

Applications must be submitted by November 17, 2023 and grant recipients will be notified of funding by December 31, 2023. Grant application forms along with the full set of grant guidelines can be found at The class of ‘74 was the last to graduate from FBHS. Pictured: Donnie www.gibsoncountyin.org or on the Gibson County Johnson, Keith Schmitt, Deb Kissel Neufelder, Tonya Brackett Schmitt, Visitors and Tourism and the Gibson County Total Theresa Rexing Buente, Pam Williams Wade, Anita Maikranz Graham, Eclipse Facebook pages.

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As the Vet Says -

-Dr. Marybeth Feutz, Princeton Veterinary Hospital

Getting Ready for Back to School

Summer sure flew by this year! It seems like the Gibson County Fair just ended yesterday, and the schools are getting ready to open in just a few days.

While you’re getting your kids ready for back-to-school, it’s also a great time to think about what your pets might need to get them ready for the fall season.

• Get a checkup. Has your pet been to the vet recently? It’s important to bring your pet to the veterinarian at least once a year. This lets your veterinarian give your pet an exam and look for early signs of any potential problems. Especially as our pets get older, regular veterinary care is important to keep them healthy.

• Get vaccinated. Do you remember the last time your pet got his vaccines? Call our office (or your regular vet) to make sure your pets are up to date on vaccines.

• Prevent heartworm disease. Do you give your pet monthly heartworm prevention? Don’t forget to

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give the dose for August, and check to make sure you have next month’s dose on hand. If giving medicine once a month is difficult to remember, we have a shot that will protect your dog from heartworms for one whole year!

• Stop itchy fleas and ticks. It is easy to forget about fleas and ticks as we start to get into cooler weather, but our winters are too mild here to really end the flea and tick “season.” Keeping your pets on flea and tick prevention all year long will help keep them protected from those creepy crawly critters. (Did you know? We now have a chewable tab that can protect your dogs or cats against fleas, ticks, and heartworms, all in one tasty chew!)

• Check your pet’s microchip information. If you haven’t looked in a while, this is a great time to review your contact information that is stored with your pet’s microchip. If you have moved or changed phone numbers, be sure to update this information so your lost pet can be returned to you!

• Get some new clothes. Check your pet’s collars and leashes. Make sure the collars still fit and aren’t frayed, look for breaks or fraying in your pet’s leashes. It might be time to toss out old, worn-out “clothes” and get some new ones!

• Schedule boarding. If your dog needs some supervising during the busy school days, or you’re getting ready to plan your fall break or winter vacations, now is the time to make reservations for your PupCations! Call the Princeton Pup House at 812-385-9713 to talk to our Canine Vacation Coordinators.

Princeton Veterinary Hospital always accepts new patients, no appointment needed! We are ready to help get your pets in tip-top shape to finish the year strong.

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On the Road with Fluffy & Spot We’re still in the midst of summer travel, and many of us travel with our pets. Always choose what is safer for Fluffy and Spot and will make them happiest: going with you, boarding them, or leaving them with family/friends. At least 37% of dog owners take their dogs along with them on trips, so if your two-legged and four-legged passengers are packed and ready, everyone can have a good time if you follow some simple practices.

PLAN AHEAD: • First, be sure that Fluffy and Spot are ready for a road trip. Some animals may not travel well due to their age, illness, an injury, or their basic temperament.

• Prepare your pets for travel before taking a long road trip. If they think a car ride means a trip to the vet, they may be hesitant to travel. Take them on short rides around town; this can also help determine if they become car sick or have anxiety. If so, contact your vet for the appropriate medications. Dogs enjoy car rides more than cats, so a few practice runs may help you decide if Fluffy hits the road or cuddles with Cousin Betty while you’re gone.

• If you haven’t already, microchip your pets and purchase ID tags for Fluffy and Spot that include their names and your contact information. Collars are a must, but if you’re going to be traveling for a few days, purchase glow-in-the-dark collars so that they are easier to see during those night-time strolls that Spot enjoys.

• Be sure that you have leashes ready for the trip— many sites require pets to be on a leash no longer than six-feet.

• Are Fluffy and Spot up to date on their shots and their flea/tick/heartworm medications? Contact the vet before leaving and ask for copies of their medical records—some locations may require proof that that Fluffy and Spot are up-to-date on all their shots before you can visit. Take any needed medications with you.

• Bring along pet supplies—collapsible water/food bowls, pet waste bags, a litter box for Fluffy (with litter), a blanket that smells like home, pet pads to protect your car from accidents, and their food, treats, and medications. If your pets eat canned food, bring a can opener!

• Bring bottled water to keep everyone hydrated.

• Bring their pet beds so that when you get to your destination your pets will have a sense of security at night.

• Have current pictures handy in case Fluffy and Spot get lost. Take new photos right before you leave (they may have been groomed, gained/lost weight…).

• Take along some basic cleaning supplies—old towels, paper towels, cleaning wipes, and empty plastic bags for trash.

ON THE ROAD: • Never let pets roam about in the car, no matter how cute Spot looks with his head out the window enjoying the fresh air. They travel safest in the back seat in their crates—if an airbag deploys while they are in the front, they could be injured.

• Crates should be well-ventilated and restrained by wrapping a seat belt around the front. Dogs can also be restrained with special seat belts that attach to their harnesses (never just attach it to their collars— they could choke in an accident).

• Since cats by nature do not enjoy car rides, keep them in carriers.

• Bring their favorite toys or chew sticks from home.

• Never leave your pets unattended in a hot car— even though 72 degrees feels pleasant to us outside the car as we run errands or shop, the temperature will quickly heat up to 116 degrees inside the car and can prove fatal.

• Schedule frequent pit stops to stretch your collected legs and take advantage of the facilities at a rest stop and the grassy area under a tree. Always keep your pets on their leashes and make sure they are wearing the collars with their ID. • If possible, have a friend travel with you so that you can share driving/pet duties. While one of you is in the gas station, the other can be watching over your pets to make sure they are safe and won’t be kidnapped or run-off.

• If traveling solo, make sure to keep your own pit stops to no longer than five minutes.

• Don’t overfeed your pets while on the road and keep to the same meal schedule you have at home.

All at Gibson County Animal Services (GCAS) thank the community for the support at our events, especially the recent Cruzin’ for Critters car show and online auction.

If you’re ready to add to your furry family, please visit us at Gibson County Animal Services. See the next page for pets that are available for adoption:

Gibson County A nim alServices 3840 South County Road 175 E, Princeton, Indiana

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August 2023

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Backyard Birds -

A Late Summer Trip

By Guest Writer, Shawn Keith Photo: provided

A few years back, I wrote about the spring arrival of the Ruby Throated Hummingbird, the only hummingbird species indigenous to our area.

The little hummer arrived in our backyards from its yearly spring migration just a few short months ago to drink nectar and pollinate our flowers. Not long from now they will be returning to their wintering grounds of Central America. Flying a route either directly across the Gulf of Mexico, or following the coast around the Gulf. The latter is the best route affording them the ability to feed along the way. Some however, stay in North America along the Gulf Coast, the southern Atlantic coast, and the southern tip of Florida. These that stay in the coastal state areas are the ones from the most northern part of their range reaching far North into Canada.

In order to make this lengthy migration journey, a hummingbird will have to gain 25-40% of their body weight before their long trip even begins.

Usually the migration journey begins in August or

September so, keeping your feeders up for a while into the fall is beneficial to feed late arrivals in their southward travel. Those will include juveniles stopping by in their southward trek, who will recall this stopping point on their trip back in the spring. Different opinions exist for what triggers the beginning of the migration journey, but most agree on the sense of changing in the duration of daylight, the declining number of insects, nectar and flowers. Other factors include instinct, their internal biological calendar, and cooling weather conditions also play a role in making the decision to migrate.

As you can see, putting out Hummingbird feeders is not just a spring and summer occurrence but a fall one as well. So, keep cleaning and filling your feeders a few more months until their no more signs of the little guys around. If you don’t already know, making your own nectar is as easy as four parts water to one part sugar. It won’t be long before they begin a late summer trip.

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Beautiful Baby Contest at the Fair

Tootsie Roll Drive Was a Success

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Twelve babies entered the Right to Life of Gibson County Beautiful Baby Contest at the Gibson County Fair. First prize of $100 was won by Hayden Schultz. Hayden is the 2year-old daughter of Cristian and Dustin Schultz of Demotte, Indiana.

Second prize of $75 was awarded to Leo Schmitt, the 1-year-old son of Toni and Brandon Schmitt of Haubstadt. His grandparents are Randy and Leslie Rexing and Rick and Lois Schmitt, all of Haubstadt.

Leo’s great-grandparents are Tony Karges of Haubstadt and Mary Lou Michel of Ft. Branch.

Cameron Edwards won the $50 third prize. He is the 11-week-old son of Shantel and Justin Edwards of Evansville. Cameron’s grandparents are Jeff and Melanie Edwards of Chattanooga, and Robin McKee of Princeton. His great-grandparents are Linda and Chet McKee of Princeton.

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Knights Phil Perry and David Lutz, Co-Chairmen of the Tootsie Roll Drive for the Princeton Knights of Columbus presented a check to Melissa Walden, Director of Marketing and Development with The Arc Southwest Indiana for $10,061.58.

The donation is from their annual Tootsie Roll Drive, a tradition going back nearly 40 years! The funds are used to enhance the services we are able to provide and increase opportunities to spend time in the community!

We are always so thankful for the support and friendships we receive from the Knights!

Greetings, Gibson County Residents! We at GCSW would like to thank everyone who visited our booth at the Gibson County Fair! It was a great (and hot!) week.

Summer is still in full swing BUT school will be starting very soon. Since that means many people will be acquiring new computers and tablets, we thought it was a good time to share some information about electronic waste. E-waste is a term used to describe all types of electronic and electrical equipment that has reached the end of its usefulness and is to be discarded—cellphones, LCD monitors, laptops, tablets, monitors and printers, etc…

Rapid changes in technology have resulted in a fast growing surplus of E-waste around the globe.

E-waste comprises 70% of our overall toxic waste.

Our nation alone now dumps approximately 400 million electronic items per year, and less than 20% of that amount is recycled. Globally, approximately 55 million metric tons of E-waste is generated annually.

Some ways we can reduce the amount of E-waste and find ways to properly dispose of items that we no longer use: 1. Check product lifespan before you purchase. 2. Try repairing before purchasing a new device. 3. Consider limiting the number of electronics that you own—look for devices that have multiple functions. 4. Teach kids about E-waste. 5. Maintain what you have so that it will last longer. 6. RECYCLE, RECYCLE, RECYCLE. Many “big-box” stores will accept devices for recycling. Look for ways to recycle instead of sending E-waste to our landfills.

Have a great school year, and

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Local Artist Featured at Oakland City Library Photos provided

Locally known artist Bob Zasadny unveiled his latest piece in the butterfly garden at the Oakland City-Columbia Township Public Library. Bob is a well-known sculptor for his works “Aerial Beauty” at the Evansville Regional Airport and “The Muse” at Oakland City University’s campus. He’s also received recognition for his suicide piece at Princeton’s Bicentennial Park and most notably for his efforts to restore the Santa Clause on Hwy. 41.

The library is honored to display his works and From left: Bob Zasadny, Valerie McCoy, Cynthia Blough-Retana Retana, Gina appreciates his contribution to the community.

Bob Zasadny with his butterfly sculpture in the library garden.

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6 7 Art Skills with Steve Johnson 1pm 8 The Well 9-11am & 6pm *Must Pre-register Contact Emilie Brown to Call ext. 112 to sign up for the sign up for this season’s afternoon or evening class and Steve course. 812-453-5120 will be teaching different brush strokes & painting techniques. Spots Books & Breadsticks 6pm We will be discussing The limited VU GED 12-3pm Help by Kathryn Stockett Learn how to get your GED! Call 812 and voting on our next - 602-4136 to register choice for September’s discussion Fiber Fanatics 6pm The Mighty Pen 6pm Sewing with Susan 6pm * Do you know who will be in Intro to Sewing night: Tonight’s class your audience? Figure out will be especially for beginners how to attract readers

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Sewing with Susan 6pm *Visit Judah in our Technology Center from 5-7pm any Monday night this month for Personal Computer Assistance!

Sewing Class 6pm* Quilting Techniques. Tonight’s class is over quiliting. *Must have already taken an Intro to Sewing class prior to attending the Quilting 2 28 VU GED 12-3pm 7 Heraldry: The Background Knowledge to Family Crests 6pm Princeton Public Library’s own T. Allen Burr presents in our history department on Heraldry and how to create your own family crest.

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The Fabulous Years of Rock and Roll Music in Gibson County Bands and Venues of the 1960’s Story: Charlie Kiesel

In 2005, the Corvettes, a popular local 60’s band, reunited and played a variety of ‘60’s and ‘70’s songs during the benefit street dance held outside the Old Haubstadt Gym. Photo by Charles Kiesel Photo of Lamey’80’s Grove in the mid-1970’s.

Photo by Charles Kiesel

Many area bands formed at the heart of the rock and roll era in Southwestern Indiana. Lamey’s Grove, Lutz’s Barn and Midway were the places to enjoy live band music. Of the three venues Lamey’s was a favorite. Its location along Hwy 41 north of Warrenton Road made it easily accessible. It had the best acoustics, a large parking area, a wooden dance floor and was the home of the Corvettes. There was nothing like listening to a live band, kind of like an indoor Woodstock. The hormonic vibrations of live band music moved the hearts and souls of the young crowd as they enjoyed the commonly felt resonance of the music. Nothing like live band music of the 1960’s could give young people a common focus and sense of community.

Many ‘60’s music fans in Gibson County and the Evansville area will enjoy a trip back in time to the heart of rock and roll in Gibson County during my programs. I have photos to share of Lamey’s Grove (or simply Lamey’s), Midway (midway between Princeton and Francisco) and Lutz’s Barn located west of Haubstadt, Indiana, on Hwy 68.

Lutz’s Barn a was place for bands to perform including the

Weejuns from the Poseyville, Indiana, area. Artist Sue Freudenberg who painted the beautiful mural of the Old Fort of Fort Branch also created a beautiful painting of Lutz’s Barn just before it was torn down. Sue preserved another historic part of Gibson County history as no photos were taken of Lutz’s Barn.

These locations had local bands and famous bands entertain at the venues. Jerry Lee Lewis played at Midway. Boots Randolph, famous for his saxophone hit “Yakety Sax,” visited Lamey’s Grove. I have photos and videos of my own to share and photos others have provided. My videos and photos of the Corvette reunion dances at the Old Haubstadt Gym in 2004 and 2005 will be shared during my programs. Lamey’s Grove was the home of the Corvettes/Free Reign Band for approximately ten years. They were at Lamey’s almost every Saturday night for years. A brief history of Lamey’s Grove will also be presented during my August Programs at the Princeton Library.

Many of local bands touched greatness opening for famous bands and people in the music industry. They opened for bands that became known nationally. The Koinsmen, with many members from Princeton, Indiana, opened for Peaches & Herb, the Kings Men (“Louie, Louie”), the Outsides

Lutz’s Barn was another live band venue, where the Weejuns of Poseyville, Indiana, played often, was located west of Haubstadt, Indiana. Painting by Sue Freudenberg; photo provided by Lutz’s Brothers of Haubstadt.

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Rock and Roll Continued (“Time Won’t Let Me”), and “Mitch Rider” among others.

Among the members of the Koinsmen Band of 1968 were Tyk Phillips (lead singer), Carl Stevens and Marty Frederick. The Corvettes band members I remember from the mid-1960’s included Neil Long (lead singer), Don Russell, Jim Russell, Dave Hargraves, Rex Walters and Sonny Kixmiller (drummer). The Corvettes opened for the “Ike & Tina Revue”, Roy Orbison, Jan and Dean, Bobbie Sherman, and Exile.

I hope members of the “Rock & Roll Era” in the Tri-State will join me going back in time through the sights and sounds to those wonderful years in our lives.

Left: An ad for Corvettes and Koinsmen performance days at Midway. Photo of ad courtesy of Danny Bailey.

The Koinsmen Band with many members from Princeton, Indiana.

Photo provided by Tyk Phillips.

Climate Resilient Landscapes Are you looking for something you can do to help slow down climate change, promote climate resilience, fight biodiversity losses, and have a beautifully landscaped yard all at the same time? If your answer is yes, all you need to do is fill your yard and garden with native trees, shrubs, grasses and flowers!

Native plants pull carbon from the atmosphere and keep it safely stored in soil. A well designed native garden can help manage flooding and stormwater runoff - or conserve water if you’re facing drought.These beautiful plants also reduce polluting toxins, lower energy consumption, and provide habitat for threatened species.

Once established, native plants selected for your climate and soil type require little water other than normal rainfall. Native plants are adapted to local soils and climate conditions and rarely require the addition of fertilizers.They are practically maintenance free. Native plants support native insects, which in turn support our birds and other wildlife. Planting native plants is a winwin for our yards and the environment.

The Friends of Patoka River NWR will be hosting a free program entitled “Why Plant Natives? And how to choose the right ones” on Saturday, August 12th, at 10 a.m. CDT at the Wood Memorial High School Auditorium Oakland City, Indiana.The guest speaker is Sharon Sorenson, a well known author, bird expert, and native plant enthusiast. Sharon has written two books about birds, and a book about planting natives to attract birds.

She also writes a biweekly “For the Birds” for the Evansville Courier. She has presented programs widely, including in Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky. To learn more about Sharon you can visit her on Facebook at SharonSorensonBirdLady.

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News from Lyles Station, Indiana Can you hear that vintage school bell ringing? If you have heard it once, you never forget that sound or tone.

August is back-to-school month in southwest Indiana. Lyle Station Historic School and Museum is very excited about a new reference workbook available to all school children this school year. In cooperation with the National Parks Service, The National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom and Lyles Station Historic School and Museum, the workbook gives each child and adult the history of the Underground Railroad. The history of the people involved such as Freedom Seekers, and Conductors is included. It will be available starting the school season 2023-2024. Each child receiving the book can also be a part of the Junior Ranger program, available in all the National Park Service locations. The Junior Ranger program began in 1930 at the Yosemite National Park.

So, your child will have the opportunity to also be a part of another historic program.

The activity book contains historical facts, brain teasers, drawings, puzzle mazes, maps and crossword puzzles. Teachers can also benefit from the “Underground Railroad Traveling Trunks” which is available upon request for their classrooms. The contents include, but are not limited to the following: Historic recipe for spoon bread, sheet music for spiritual song, pictures of store fronts of auction houses of slaves, wanted posters 1884, pictures of workers in the cotton fields, maps of free states and slave states, slave trade maps and timeline 1650-1860 and a presidential picture of Abraham Lincoln. There are 39 novels available with topics of slave life, freedom, life during the civil war, and about famous persons during those times. A music CD with spiritual songs, a set of Iron Shackles, and dried cotton plant. Also available is examples of confederate money to see and hold. Two different sacks, one is a burlap feed sack, and one is muslin type sack, both would have been used to gather

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your belongings before someone would leave their location to join the underground railroad.

School is not only about the historic “Readin, Writin, and Arithmetic” there is history too.

The Freedom Seekers include Bridget “Biddy” Mason, a slave who walked more than 2,000 miles with her Mormon slave owner to the west. She was freed in Los Angeles, California, by a judge. She helped many people in her life, worked as a midwife, with knowledge of medicine, childcare, and livestock care. She was known as an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and for founding the first AME Church in Los Angeles. Biddy was the first African American woman to own land in Los Angles. Her homestead today would be in the center of Los Angles, and her worth today would be over seven million dollars. Freedom Seekers were men and woman determined to be free from slavery owners and make a better life for themselves, their families, and for others.

Conductors of the Underground Railroad helped lead others to freedom, to the free States or to Canada. There were many famous conductors such as Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass.

Knowledge is so important, education gains knowledge and interest of history. Studying history helps us understand how events in the past made things the way they are today.

Above top: the front cover of the underground workbook and a certificate of program completion

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Super Benefits of Three Easy to Grow Flowers

Article submitted by the Gibson County Master Gardeners

Thankfully for many of us, there are Sunflowers not only bring cheer to a some flowers that are easy to grow. They garden, but they also repel asparagus are great for people just starting out in beetles as well as drawing aphids and gardening and even for hornworms away from those that have been gardening for a tomatoes. Sunflowers also while, it is nice to have something that is attract insects that are beneficial to your colorful and blooms for a large part of the garden. They provide nectar and pollen for summer. Plus, they have great benefits the bees. In addition, once they have for pollinators, birds, soil, and some even bloomed, the heads are full of seeds that deter pests. Three that fit the bill are birds love to eat. Just watching goldfinches Zinnias, Purple Coneflowers, and hanging upside down and sideways on Sunflowers. them is enough to brighten your day!

Zinnias come in a beautiful All three of these flowers provide so assortment of colors, flower sizes and many benefits and your pollinators will love shapes. The look alone can brighten any them. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds garden. But they also are great for those will use them well. And once the flowers that like to grow tomatoes as they defend have bloomed, all three provide great seed against tomato hornworms. Zinnias sources for cardinals, house finches, goldattract wasps, which are hornworm foes, finches and a variety of birds. Zinnias and as they lay their eggs on them that sunflowers tolerate our climate well and eventually kill them. Zinnias also attract purple coneflowers are a native perennial ladybugs which are known to eat mites plant that will come back year after year and aphids that destroy some garden and spread nicely. Try them if you have not plants. One ladybug can kill three to five already. You will not be disappointed!

A zinnia with a butterfly on it. thousand aphids in its lifetime!

Purple Coneflowers are another flower that has Andy Answers ~ 1. A, 2. D, 3. C many benefits besides its beauty. It has a deep taproot that helps to aerate and break up compacted soil plus as it decomposes, it adds organic material that is good for the soil. It too is a great pest management source as it is toxic to Japanese Beetles. It is also a source of nectar and pollen for butterflies and bees as well as a host plant for several species of butterflies and moths. Some Jonathan Langham butterflies will lay their eggs on the coneflowers and their 352 S. 180 E., Princeton, IN larvae will feed on the leaves and stems.

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~ Car Show Highlights ~ Ace of Clubs Held 1st Show at Fairgrounds

Photos: Jancey Smith

Freedom Fest on the Square Returned

The last of June, the Ace of Clubs car club out of Vanderburg County teamed up with Best One Tire to put on their first car show at the This ‘55 Chevy Bel Air was brought by Joe Hayes. Gibson County Fairgrounds.

There was a good turn out of cars, but the high heat and humidity that day may have kept some car admirers away.

Above: A two-door 1950 Lincoln caught the attention of a few folks with this interesting paint job.

This was just one of many classic Mopars on hand to admire.

Right: This ‘67 Plymouth Satellite owned by Mick Gottman got lots of looks.

Aa nice musle car always draws a crowd of admirers.

To celebrate the 4th of July, the Southern Indiana Car Club and Downtown Princeton partnered to hosted the annual Freedom Fest.

There was a variety of classics, muscle cars ,and even a display of Schwin bikes to admire before the fireworks.

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Photos: Jancey Smith

Cruizin’ for Critters Filled Lafayette Park

This ‘52 Ford truck owned by John Greer sports a sign that reads “He’s not perfect but who is at 71?

The sponsor’s choice award went to this owner of a ‘64 black Fury.

On Sunday morning, July 2nd, in between rounds of storms, the Gibson County Animal Services went ahead with their annual Cruizin’ for Critters at the park. There was an assortment of trucks, bikes and cars of all ages and stages to admire. This is one of the biggest fundraisers for the group.

Jack Kramer of Kramer’s Auto Care has been a judge for this show for 13 years and he takes his job seriously.

This classic is all original with only 13,000 miles.

It wouldn’t be a cruise in for critters without a dog.

Larry & Kay Turpin entered this nicely painted Mustang.

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Princeton Swim Team Takes to the Water

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Lilly Schmitt and Aleks Parmer, co-presidents of “Gibson Southern Students for Life,” accept the 2022-2023 “Best New Group of the Year” Award at The National Leaders Collective in Washington, D.C. Lilly and Aleks represented the 80 members of “Gibson Southern Students for Life” at the conference held from June 22nnd-25th, in which about 200 Lilly Schmitt & Aleks Parmer students from various universities and high schools throughout the USA met to hear speakers, attend breakout sessions, and share experiences.

Organized in August, 2022, “GSHS Students for Life” have been very active serving their members and their community: Summer activities included students carrying Pro-Life signs in the Sommerfest Parade and students helping staff the Right to Life of Gibson County booth at the Gibson County Fair.

While in Washington, D.C., the Group of the Year Awards were announced at the end of the Conference on Sunday—and GSHS Students for Life were announced as “Best New Group of the Year!”

One little known fact is that Princeton has a swim team. It’s actually been around for nearly 30 years, but since Krystal Stewart has been involved the past three years, there’s been more competitions. The Princeton Otters practice three days a week between 9-10 a.m.

Their competitions have mainly been with community parks and clubs in Evansville. Their first home meet was Sunday, July 15th. There are currently 32 kids involved. Sign ups are near Memorial Day and they currently have a two-month season. With the new YMCA coming, that will hopefully change. See their Facebook page for more information.

Above: Three of the youngest girls dive in for a freestyle race.

Left: The boys await their turn to compete.

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Betty Ann McCullough Educational Funds Awarded Over $24,000 in Grants (Gibson County, Indiana) The Gibson County Community Foundation has announced grant recipients of the Betty Ann McCullough Enrichment Project Grants Program, which provides funding for educational programs in Gibson County.

These programs are made possible through the generous support of Betty Ann McCullough who was an educator for the North Gibson School Corporation for more than 40 years and a strong supporter of education in her community. Along with several civic memberships, she was a member of the Gibson County Community Foundation Advisory Board. Betty Ann McCullough passed away in 1997.

Grants totaling $24,085.28 were awarded to the following organizations:

• $1,792.50 to Fort Branch-Johnson Township Public Library to add materials to the library’s collection that will enhance and enrich children’s engagement with reading and learning • $1,215.78 to Owensville Community School Kindergarten to provide supplies to implement independent literacy and math learning centers in order to enhance student learning • $1,352.00 to Owensville Community School First Grade to purchase Rocking Chair Readers, SOR magnetic phonics kits, and SOR Secret Stories porta pic phonic boards

•$5,000.00 to St. James School for ADAaccessible ramps and railings for St. James School’s inclusive playground project

• $1,085.00 to Owensville Community School Technology to purchase STEM toys for students at Owensville Community School, bringing real-world concepts to life in Grades K-8 • $2,000.00 to Oakland City Elementary to purchase supplies for the life skills classroom for grades K-5 • $7,000.00 to Oakland City University - Acorn Academy to provide support for quality educational assistance in various forms of tutoring/ mentoring enhancing the academic performance levels of children served • $1,000.00 to Oakland City Columbia Township Public Library to further language and math skills through playful learning in the form of circulating game kits and DIY manipulatives

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• $580.00 to Wood Memorial Jr./Sr. High School to provide funding for the physics classes to travel to Holiday World for the Fun with Physics Day • $1,000.00 to Francisco Elementary School to purchase supplies for the sixth-grade class to do at least 2 different public service projects • $1,000.00 to Princeton Band Boosters to purchase new percussion mallets for the Princeton Band program

• $1,060.00 to Haubstadt Community School Science to bring science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) manipulatives to students for a hands-on learning approach.

The Gibson County Community Foundation helps donors like Betty Ann McCullough to fulfill their philanthropic goals by offering a variety of fund types. If you are interested in setting up a fund, please contact Tamara Miley, Regional Director of Development at tmiley@communityfoundationalliance.org or 812-3868082 to discuss your legacy of giving.

Above: Amy Smith (left) with the Wood Memorial High School winners.

Above: The Princeton Band Boosters recipients.

Right: Amy Smith and former Oakland City Elementary Principal, Matt Malin.

Note: all winners were not able to be pictured.

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Four members of a Gibson County Relay for Life Team

Non-profit volunteers are welcome to wash dishes on the weekend to earn money for their cause at the Nisbet Inn. For four hours of dish washing a group can earn $200 to help their organization. For more information, call Becky Harl at the Nisbet Inn (812963-9305).

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