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PUBLISHER/OWNER Jim Muir
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CREATIVE DIRECTOR Stephanie Milligan
PHOTOGRAPHER Ceasar Maragni
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Leaps and Bounds
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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Harry Boyd Lila H. Colloton Don Gasaway Ceasar Maragni Jim Muir Jon Musgrave Bernie Paul Dixie Terry George Trammell Cindy Gunnin For more information regarding Marion Living call Jim at 618-525-4744.
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MARION LIVING G FROM THE PUBLISHER Oc t o b e r 2 0 1 1
reetings and welcome to the October issue of Marion Living Magazine.
We roll into October – my favorite time of the year – with beautiful fall weather and colors, football and sweat shirt weather and of course the Fall Classic where a new World Series champion will be crowned. I like to throw in the word ‘glorious’ when I refer to the sun-drenched autumn days we’ve been blessed with during the past few weeks – days that are growing shorter and give way to chilly nights just right for a bonfire. In short, we are truly blessed here in Southern Illinois, don’t you agree?
Nothing stirs our emotions like the ol’ Red, White and Blue and the sight and reminder of the price paid and sacrifice of our veterans. And again this year that sight was on display when the 7th Annual Veterans on Parade took center stage in Marion. Even for a guy that strings words together for a living I can’t think of enough glowing superlatives for the effort of Marion’s Ed Davis in organizing and working tirelessly to promote the event each year. Davis was the brainchild of the event that kicked off in 2005 with 22 entries and has watched the annual parade grow to more than 80 entries this year. I spoke with Davis recently and he related a story about a veteran seeking him out at a high school football game recently just to say ‘thank you.’ Davis said the single act of kindness by a stranger is what motivates him to push on with the annual parade. I think we should all join the veteran in tossing a big ‘thank you’ to Davis for his efforts. When you see Ed around Marion (and you surely will) tell him how much his work and dedication to the parade is appreciated. Marion Living photojournalist Ceasar Maragni was once again at the parade this year and captured (only as Ceasar can) the patriotism, pride and emotion of the popular parade. Also this month we have stories about a unique ‘kidsignment’ event that is held bi-annually in Marion and another popular fall event in Marion – Hubfest. One of my favorite stories (and that’s all time) in ML is our annual coverage of the Annual Dachshund Race & Fashion Show. I’m the proud owner of a ‘wiener dog’ (her name is Sophie and she is snoozing on the couch as I write this) so certainly I’m biased in this particular area. We also have a chat this month in our continuing feature ‘Making Marion Go’ with Terry Clark – a mechanic who has worked for the city for 13 years. In all I think we have put together an issue chocked full of great stories and our usual selection of top-notch photos. I hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you. All the best to you and God Bless!
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Odds & Ends
UPCOMING EVENTS
Regular Events
Hunted in the Heartland Book Signing Monday, October 3 • 6 p.m. Bonney Hogue Patterson says, “The murder of my neighbor, Virginia Lee Witte, occurred in the small, middle-American town of Marion, Illinois, on May 12, 1978. I had only moved to the area in January of that year, did not know everyone who lived nearby and did not realize an encounter with a rather ominous stranger was not someone generally known in the area.” This is the author’s first book. Adult Anime Night Wednesday, October 5 • 6 p.m. Open to adults 18+ who are interested in anime. Observe the Moon Night Saturday, October 8 • 7 p.m. The Astronomical Association of Carbondale will host a viewing to mark International Observe the Moon Night. Some telescopes and binoculars will be available; feel free to bring your own. The viewing will take place east of Marion. Take Route 13 to Paulton Road, then right on Cheney. There is a small sign for the Sky Squires RC Airplane Club on the corner. Continue about .5-.75 miles to the site on the left side of the road.
Peripheral Neuropathy Workshop Wednesday, October 12 • 1 p.m. Dr. Tony Fry, lecturer and chiropractic physician, will present non-drug, nonsurgery relief options. Social Networking Workshop Tuesday, October 18 • 5 p.m. Tuesday, October 25 • 10 a.m. Join us for a free workshop about social networking websites, such as Facebook, Flickr and YouTube. Participants may come and go at any time during the two-hour workshop and may bring their personal laptop or device for one-on-one help. Coupons! Coupons! Coupons! Wednesday, October 19 • 6 p.m. The Southern Illinoisan is proud to present Professor Saver. She will teach you the tricks and techniques you need to become a super saver and earn your savings degree! The Birds Thursday, October 27 • 2 p.m. Tippi Hedren stars in Alfred Hitchcock’s classic as a rich socialite, who drives to Bodega Bay, and soon after her arrival, birds in the thousands are attacking anyone they find out of doors. The 1963 film is rated PG-13.
Lego Club • First and Third Monday • 6 to 7:30 p.m. Come to the Children’s Department for a fun-filled evening of Legos. Games Group • Tuesdays • 4 p.m. Open to teens of all skill levels. Games include chess, checkers, Go. Storyhour • Wednesdays • 10 a.m. Stories, snacks and activities for pre-school age children. Anime Club • Second Saturday • 1 p.m. Open to teens. Fourth Saturday Teen Games • Fourth Saturday • 1 p.m. Open to teens.
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Get Fit and Try Something New!
Fitness Class • Mondays • 5:30 p.m. October 10 Five Mile Walk October 17 The Biggest Loser Cardio Max Workout October 24 Zumba October 31 Tae Bo November 7 Dance Off the Pounds November 14 Yoga/Pilates (bring a mat or towel) For ages 18 and older Free and open to the public Registration is not required Southern Illinois Fit Club Thursdays • 5:30 p.m. (except Wednesday, October 12) Meets at Marion Carnegie Library. Free and open to everyone. Visit www.soilfitclub. com for more information. Beginning Tai Chi Mondays • 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The class is free of charge and open to the public. It meets every Monday that the library is open.
Carnegie Commons
Marion Carnegie Library’s coffee bar, Carnegie Commons, is open! The coffee bar is located on the library’s main floor. Carnegie Commons hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The bar features lemonade, cappuccino, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and snacks. Prices range from $.50 to $1.
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Sarah-Dippity
The point of view of a Marion native who is a freshman in college by Sarah Anderson
Southern Illinois is beautiful in the fall. With
perfect timing, the leaves change in such a way that it appears like it happened overnight. All of a sudden, you are driving down a country road and the canopy changes from the purest green to an array of colors that perfectly complement each other. It is like Ralph Lauren changed his closet from summer to winter. It even smells like fall. An ambiguous ongoing bonfire is somewhere, perhaps hiding with the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Personally, this is my favorite clothing season. I love the comfort of hoodies and jeans. The temperature is perfect. Warm enough during the day to not be suffocated by a wooly coat, and cool enough at night to be warmed by a fire. It’s the ideal football weather. And many take advantage of this classic combination of fall and football. And with football, comes Homecoming. While in high school, homecoming was exciting. A whole week is dedicated to it. The school joins together; even though you are a freshmen, it’s still your school. The dance that was not just for ‘seniors.’ Even though to most of the students, the dance is the most important night, to the rest of the town, it is the Friday night game. The game gives a reason to go back to high school. Even if they did not go to Marion High School, the atmosphere is the same as if it was their own. Looking out at the football players, cheerleaders, and all the students in the stands no doubt brings back memories of when they were at their Friday night football games. While they cheer the football team on to a touchdown or celebrate along side a student, their inner-child cheers them on to a future of greatness. It is interesting how a high school student’s
world is defined by events like these. Months in advance the planning began. What dress, shoes, hairstyle, and date you were going to have, the place you were eating, who you were eating with; it was exhausting just listening to the same question, “What does your dress look like?” The Monday after, it was who was with whom, what everyone looked like, and any miscellaneous drama that occurred. But that next Tuesday, conversation was back to normal. I happened to go into a dress shop a few weeks ago and I saw millions of girls, searching for the dress to wear. And of course scared that someone had already bought the dress you finally chose. Spending a couple hundred dollars on one dress, for one night – but that is your world in high school. Looking back, I smile at the small world we created for ourselves. All I remembered hearing from adults is that it does not really matter who you went with or what you wore; it is all small potatoes after you graduate. And it is. But, I say let them have their four years to fret about the dance. Because after that, all that matters is the game. It feels nice to be again to go to homecoming as an ‘alumni’ of sorts. This game is for me and everyone else who went to Marion. Although I did not attend the game this year, I wanted to go. I was never a big football fan while I was a student. Now, homecoming appeals to me. I am curious about how well they did. And, just to say, Marion won by one point. I am excited for them to go through their next year of school, to make new experiences, to live in the world of high school for one more year. Football games and fall go together like the colors of the leaves. They complement each other, but only for a moment. Fall is here and then it disappears, just as quickly as is came. The atmosphere that it brings is warmth, cozy, and familiar – a perfect time for families and friends to come together around a game or a fire. Do not waste this season, because who can possibly know what winter will bring. October 2011 • www.marionlivingmag.com • 9
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Terry Clark has worked for the City of Marion for 13 years as a mechanic
If it has wheels and is owned by the City of Marion it’s a good bet that Terry Clark has worked on it. Clark, a mechanic with the city is in charge of maintenance on all city vehicles a job that has grown right along with the growth of ‘The Hub of the Universe.’ “Marion has had tremendous growth and that means that it’s expanding and there are more things to take care of,” said Clark. “It’s a great job and I’m happy to have my job with the city.” Clark said his routine changes daily and there is excellent cooperation between the varying departments.
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“It’s something different every day but we work well together,” said Clark. “We do maintenance on trucks, equipment, flat tires, oil changes and anything and everything that can go wrong. It can be hectic some days because Marion continues to grow but overall I think I have a great job.” A native of Marion Clark is a 1977 graduate of Marion High School and worked previously running a gas station and convenience store in Marion. Clark and his wife Laquetta are the parents of three children, Ashley, 23, Katylyn, 19 and Nick 13. During his time away from the job Clark said he still has a penchant for all-things automotive and still enjoys tinkering with cars. He also listed an occasional fishing trip and camping trip as things that he enjoys in his off time. “Our family enjoys camping but teenagers require a lot of time,” Clark said with a laugh. “But that is kind of hit and miss the last couple of years.” Clark said his role with the city is just a continuation of a lifelong passion for working on anything that has an engine. “I’ve worked on vehicles all my life, “he said. “I just love it.”
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Parade Veterans on
Annual Marion event continues to grow at fast pace
The annual Veterans on Parade event started back in 2005 with a somewhat humble beginning and less than two dozen entries. But roll the calendar forward seven years and the growth and success of the annual September event leaves the never-at-a-loss-for-words organizer Ed Davis searching for superlatives to describe the annual parade.
“It’s just amazing … unbelievable,” said Davis. “We’ve grown from the first year, when I thought we had a really good parade with 22 entries, to this year when we had more than 80 entries. I’ve gotten more phone calls and more personal contacts this year than any year before. It just continues to grow year after year.” A veteran himself, Davis said the attention shouldn’t be on the parade but the group that is being honored. “There is not a better group to honor,” said Davis. “What we do with the parade is just
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“There is not a better group to honor. What we do with the parade is just a small token to say ‘thank you’ for the years of service these men and women gave to our country.” Ed Davis, Veterans on Parade organizer a small token to say ‘thank you’ for the years of service these men and women gave to our country.” Davis said he was reminded yet again about the importance of the event when he recently attended a Marion High School football game. With bratwursts in hand he and his wife had settled into the bleachers to watch the game when he was approached by a gentleman he didn’t know.
Page 12: The seventh annual Veterans On Parade in Marion was another grand salute to our nation’s past, present and future military personnel. Page 13: The parents of Lance Corporal Jonathan Kyle Price were among those being specially honored in the parade. page 14 top: The parade was halted midway for a brief memorial service on Marion’s Tower Square to honor those American heroes who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Bottom: Patriotism was the theme for many of the parade watchers. Page 15 topr left: Young and old alike turned out for this year’s parade, including this young man who seemed be enjoying every minute of it. top right: For some, the special memorial service for America’s military heroes was an emotion moment. Bottom: The Marion High School Pom Pom team along with the MHS Band and Flag team marched in the event
“He walked up and said, ‘are you Ed Davis from the Veterans Parade,’ and I told him that I was,” said Davis. “He told me that he was a veteran and had been in the parade this year for the first time. He thanked me for doing it and told me how important of an event he thought it was. To me … that’s what it’s all about. That tells you the importance of what we’re doing.” Operating on a tight donation-based budget Davis said he believes wordof-mouth has been a big part in the success of the annual event. Davis also October 2011 • www.marionlivingmag.com • 13
stresses again this year that while the parade is held in Marion it is an event to honor veterans from throughout Southern Illinois. “It just has grown so much and so quickly that I have trouble finding the right words,” said Davis. “I’m comfortable enough now though that I don’t worry anymore about veterans showing up to be in the parade or about people showing up to watch … I just worry about Mother Nature cooperating with us and keeping the rain away.” Veterans on Parade is funded solely on donations and anybody who would like to contribute can contact Davis by email at: etdvita1@mchsi.com or by snail mail at 1812 Testa Drive, Marion, IL 62959.
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HUBFEST It’s only logical that an event held in the ‘Hub of the Universe’ should be called Hubfest
Terance Henry took a look around
Southern Illinois and noticed that virtually every community – small and large – had some type of annual event to show off and promote its local flavor. Henry, who serves as executive director of Main Street Marion, figured that any community that bills itself as ‘the Hub of
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the Universe’ needed such an event. And thus, “Hubfest” was born. “I just started noticing all the communities, Golconda with Shrimpfest, Herrin with Herrinfesta, Carbondale with the Lights Fantastic event, and since Marion really is the Hub of the Universe, I started talking to different people
about an event for us,” said Henry. “We’re very happy with what has been accomplished in only three years.” Henry said his first instinct was to do a Taste of Marion. “I think Marion is the restaurant capitol of Southern Illinois, every body else comes to Marion to eat and Marion residents stay in Marion to eat,” said Henry. “But there is a Taste of Southern Illinois and I didn’t want to compete with that so we decided to have the event in the downtown area and highlight what’s going on there.” Henry said Hubfest includes “a little bit of everything” including great food, music, vendors, classic cars and other types of entertainment. He said he is currently trying to expand the event next year to include a carnival. Henry said the first year a crowd of 500-600 browsed the Tower Square area and then grew to 2,500 in year two. “We had a crowd of about 2,000 this year in year three and we battled the rain all weekend,” said Henry. “We’re very happy the direction we’re going.” Story by Jim Muir Photos by Ceasar Maragni
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Hot Dogs
The Annual Dachshund Race & Fashion Show brings smiles to viewers and a helping hand to Marion food pantries
High fashion, smiles and plenty of ‘hot’ dogs were on display at Marion’s Town Plaza in late September for the Third Annual Dachshund Race & Fashion Show. Organizer Maribeth Whitsell said that the creativity of owners and the darling behavior of those lovable wiener dogs make for an enjoyable afternoon. “It’s just a tremendous amount of fun,” said Whitsell. “It’s really a great afternoon for everybody.” Whitsell said that dogs race in groups of five in 20 • marion living magazine •October 2011
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each heat but pointed out that doesn’t necessarily mean all five dogs will cross the finish line. “They all line up and some run back to their owners, some want to play with the other dogs, it’s just hilarious to watch them,” said Whitsell. “But some practice and take it serious.” While ‘fun’ is the theme during the annual event the main purpose of the race and fashion show is to lend a helping hand to the local food pantries, Whitsell said. The annual event originated when the Marion American Legion Auxiliary began looking at various community service projects. Whitsell said it was pointed out that during this time of the year the Marion Ministerial Alliance is in need of food. “People think of them in the winter time or around Christmas but this is one of their toughest times,” said Whitsell. “So, we decided to hold the dachshund races and include a fashion show. So, instead of charging admission we decided to collect food from those attending. It’s turned out great so far.” Whitsell said this is the third year for the event and actually attendance was down but the collection of food was the best yet. “We had the threat of rain and wasn’t even sure that we were going to be able to have the event so our attendance and the number of entries was down,” said Whitsell. She said the costumes worn by some of the dogs are a tribute to the owners. “People are really creative,” said Whitsell. “And they change from year to year. It’s just a lot of fun but in the end it helps a very worthwhile cause.”
page 20 top: Holly Hudgens, right, shouts encouragement to Copper in the final heat of the Dachshund races. Copper listened well, taking the first place trophy home. Bottom: From left, event coordinator Mary Beth Whitsell, answer a question for Teresa Adaonza as her husband Xavier keeps their Dachshund, Miss Nutella occupied. Page 21 Top: Darla Stroud and her little pal Isabella took home the first place trophy as the Best Dressed dog and owner. Bottom: Four year old cowgirl Alexis Rush brought her dog Dora to participate in the costume competition.
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Leaps and Bounds
New kidsignment business gets off the ground in a big way
Leaps and Bounds! Those words not only are attached to a unique and innovative enterprise but they also detail how quickly the new kidsignment business is growing.
The brainchild of Cheryl Cummins, of Metropolis, Leaps and Bounds is a semi-annual seasonal sales event that offers great quality clothing for children at only a fraction of the new cost. Most all parents are aware of the high cost attached to children’s clothing and how quickly children outgrow clothing sometimes wearing items only a few times. Well, that’s where Leaps and Bounds enters the picture.
“The consigner calls us and we give them a number and then they’re the ones that price the items themselves,” said Cummins. “We started out that first sale with 25 consigners and we now have over a thousand.” Each consigner keeps 70 percent of the sale price and as Cummins points out, “that means extra cash and extra closet space.” The three-day event takes place twice a year at the Williamson 26 • marion living magazine •October 2011
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County Pavilion in Marion with the sales held the second week in September and the second week in March. Cummins said she has found that not only have consigners been enthusiastic about the event they have also been loyal to a fault. “We have this one lady from Thompsonville who just found out that she needed gall bladder surgery soon,” said Cummins. “She told her doctor that she would have to postpone it a week because she couldn’t miss our expo.” Cummins said it has been a remarkable experience to start an enterprise from scratch and then see that business blossom in only a short time. “We prayed about this and felt this was the direction that God wanted us to go,” said Cummins. “We have been truly blessed by the turnout and the response we’ve gotten from
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people.” The size of clothing goes through junior misses and they also allow maternity clothing to be sold. Other items include gently worn children’s clothing, toys, baby beds, shoes, boots, children’s furniture, games and much more. Anyone needing more information on how to become a buyer and/or consigner can contact Cummins at 618-524-1522.
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Opening a Kasasa Giving account is easy no matter where you live. Enroll online. The Bank of Marion will refund your transaction fees on other bank’s ATMs near you. Kasasa provides free direct deposit and free auto pay, so what are you waiting for? Start EARNING and start GIVING today!
* NO MINIMUM BALANCES
Ready to open an account?
* NO MONTHLY FEES
Go online to www.bankofmarion.com or stop in at any of The Bank of Marion’s 8 locations. Call 618-997-4341 to speak with a Kasasa representative.
www.bankofmarion.com
(618) 997-4341
Qualified debit card purchase (to receive the $0.05 for your chosen charity) is any purchase of $10.00 or more excluding PIN based transactions. ATM fee refunds up to $30 per statement cycle. Charities include Stand Up to Cancer, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, American Humane Society, Hospice of Southern Illinois, Inc. or your preferred place of worship.
32 • marion living magazine •October 2011