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An exhilarating win, on and off the court

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

Basketball is much more than a sport for the teams at Columbia High School.

“What I love the most about basketball is the fact that I was able to play with my friends,” said Arthur Poindexter, a senior and one of the team captains. “It is a brotherhood.”

That feeling of camaraderie was on full display when the Columbia boys’ basketball team won the District 3 championship in Hershey on Feb. 28.

“It feels exhilarating,” Arthur said, summing up the mood he and his teammates share. “The event is better than the last championship we won because

we were part of the team, but not captains of the team for the first one.”

Arthur was joined in his leadership role by captains Jordan Poole and Bennet Ohrel.

“It is a brotherhood.”

Going into the game against Trinity, Columbia was ready to win, said Marvin Sanders, director of athletics and activities for Columbia Borough School District.

“Our kids were focused,” he said. “Our coach was focused. You could tell he did everything

he could to instill confidence in our boys. They seemed relaxed. Although they may have had a feeling of anxiety, they didn’t allow that anxiety to take control of their ability to perform. They were very poised.”

Columbia took the lead early in the game, growing it to a 10-point margin. The team found strong competition in the Trinity players, who closed the gap within one point before Columbia held firm to take the title. The boys’ team won 64-61, and Sanders said he saw the same type of focus in the girls’ basketball team, which also played in the District 3 championship on Feb. 28.

“The girls approached the game with a mindset of resilience and

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

Over the past seven decades, Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. (EPC) has grown from one couple producing one paper to a company that employs 150 people, distributes 16 community newspapers and multiple specialty publications to close to 200,000 people, and provides printing services for numerous

clients. Although the scope of the business has changed, one thing has remained constant: community.

“We want to make that connection to our local merchants and to our community members,” said Charlie Engle, company president.

As EPC marks 70 years in business this year, Charlie and his daughter Jocelyn Engle

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

Three area organizations recently received funds for needed items thanks to the Pilot Club of Central Pennsylvania.

The service organization received a $2,000 grant from Community Aid and used it for residents of Hershey Mill Home, an assisted living facility in Mountville; the Columbia Food Bank; and A Woman’s Concern, a pregnancy resource center in Lancaster.

Because Community Aid’s

mission addresses barriers to housing, food and basic needs, the grant funds needed to be earmarked for those purposes, said Lisa Palmquist, Pilot International secretary.

A Woman’s Concern used the money to order six car seats from Chicco. The Pilot Club members purchased 36 $15 Community Aid gift cards to put in Easter bags for residents of Hershey Mill Home, and the group presented food and a check for $518 to the Columbia Food Bank.

“Many of our members are

The District 3 champions

Spring Show will bring the outdoors to you

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

Outdoor enthusiasts of all ages are invited to the 59th annual Donegal Fish and Conservation Association (DFCA) Spring Show. The event will be held on Saturday, March 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Maytown-East Donegal Township Fire Department, 160 E. High St., Maytown.

“This is our major fundraiser,” said Brandon Crouser, DFCA president. Entry is free, but donations will be accepted. Membership cards for DFCA will be sold at the door, and the majority of members purchase theirs at the show, he said. Membership supports the activities of the DFCA and provides member-only discounts at local fishing stores.

At the Spring Show, people can expect a variety of events and activities. “It’s very diverse,” said Crouser. “We have vendors, games, food, animal presenters and guest

speakers.” A variety of giveaway drawings will also be held at the show.

Vendors will include Dream Weaver Custom Rods, Pennsylvania Trappers Association, the Addicted Angler, local nonprofit groups and more.

“We have a lot of local artists, jewelry makers and crafts,” Crouser said. “It’s not just hunting and fishing vendors.”

From noon to 2 p.m., Critter Connections will set up a stand with opportunities to get up close to a variety of animals.

Let’s Geaux Tracking K9 Game Recovery Service will present a program with Captain Talk 2-It, a certified leashed wounded game recovery dog. The organization will set up a “blood” trail for Captain to follow, demonstrating his tracking skills.

Ryan “The Bug Man” Bridge will offer an educational program about insects.

Tickets for a meal from Harvey’s Main Street BBQ were presold, but a limited supply of meals featuring

pork barbecue, baked beans and coleslaw will be available at the show. Proceeds will benefit DFCA’s upcoming kids’ fishing derby and its trout nursery program.

DFCA is dedicated to the caretaking and restoration of the Donegal Creek and its tributaries. The nonprofit organization operates a cooperative nursery,

raising and stocking 3,000 to 5,000 trout annually for the Donegal Creek and Little Chiques Creek. DFCA members also participate in community cleanups and creek stewardship.

For more information on DFCA or the Spring Show, visit https:// donegalcreek.com or search for the organization on Facebook.

Horn Farm sets outdoor activities

Horn Farm Center, 4945 Horn Road, York, has scheduled upcoming programs. Preregistration is required by visiting www.hornfarm center.org, and more information is available by contacting 717-757-6441 or education@hornfarm center.org.

Critter Crawl: Salamanders will take place on Saturday, April 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. The program will focus on herpetology, the scientific study of reptiles and amphibians. The class will begin with a short presentation on safety protocols, ethical handling practices, a background on salamanders and their habitats, and local salamander identification techniques. Then, participants will take a walk around Horn Farm to look for salamanders. They should expect to get their hands dirty.

Participants should bring a headlamp or flashlight

and wear waterproof boots; brightly colored, outdoor-appropriate clothing; a head covering to protect against ticks; and long pants and socks that are on the thicker side. The class will be held rain or shine, so people are also advised to bring a raincoat or poncho.

The program is recommended for people age 3 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

There is a fee, with a discount for children. When registering on the aforementioned website, people should look under “Programs & Events” for “Classes & Workshops” and then “Youth & Family Programs.”

Shoots & Leaves: Early Spring Foraging Walk will take place on Sunday, April 7, from 10 a.m. to noon. Attendees will learn how to find and gather wild food and medicine, such as dandelions, wild

Bowl for Kids’ Sake slated

Big Brothers Big Sisters of York and Adams Counties will hold its Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser on Fridays, March 22 and April 12, at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 23, at 2 p.m. The events will be held at Suburban Bowlerama, 1945 S. Queen St., York.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters provides mentoring to youths.

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Attendees should bring a drawing pad and pencil for sketching and notes and a cup for tasting tea. They should dress for potentially muddy ground. Each participant will receive fresh stinging nettle leaves for tea preparation at home.

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determination,” Sanders observed. Despite the eventual loss to Lancaster Catholic, he commended their unwavering effort.

“They gave their all on the court,” Sanders affirmed. “Their commitment and dedication were truly commendable.”

Leading the girls’ team were captains Brie and Brooke Droege, along with

Kailee Soto. Kerry Glover is head coach for the boys’ team, with Karl Kreiser as head coach for the girls.

Sanders, now in his second year as director, stressed the broader benefits of participating in sports beyond athletics. “There’s a direct correlation between extracurricular involvement and overall student success,” he explained. “Participation in such activities translates to academic achievement. It’s transformative for our students, allowing them to express themselves in unique ways.”

a district championship of their own.

Regardless of each game’s outcome, Sanders recognizes the inherent value for students in participating.

Noting that he’s been personally influenced by people who practiced transformational and servant leadership, Sanders is working to pass that leadership style on to the

district’s students.

“We realize that by promoting transformational development and servant leadership, we’re able to holistically develop these students. We aim to foster transformational development and servant leadership among our students,” he said. “It’s about helping them realize their inherent value and potential.”

Sanders oversees all extracurricular programs at Columbia, including various sports, marching band and theater. As the basketball season ends, he emphasized that the team members are excited to continue a winning streak next year, with the girls’ team eyeing

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looked back on what started in 1954 in the basement of Alvin and Pauline Engle’s Mount Joy home.

“My dad bought his own little press and put it in our basement,” Charlie said of Alvin. “He was working full time in the printing business, but he always wanted to do his own thing.”

In 1959, EPC purchased its first community publication, the Merchandiser, and by 1960, Alvin had quit his day job to focus on the new business full time.

It soon became a family enterprise, with Alvin and Pauline selling ads while their children - Charlie, Audrey, and Denny - helped where they could.

Charlie recalled the tedious task of cutting and hand-gluing address labels on the paper as well as folding each of the newspapers by hand. When Alvin died unexpectedly in 1971, the family faced a decision.

“My mother came to us and said, ‘There are some people who are interested in buying the business,’” Charlie recalled. “The three children all agreed, and we all said no to selling. We knew we could do this.”

Charlie became company president, with Denny serving as vice president,

positions both men still hold today. Audrey also dedicated herself to the company before her death in 2018. Pauline continued to work for EPC well into her 70s. She passed away in 2020. Today, there are also four members of the third generation of Engles at EPC, with several fourth-generation family members helping out sporadically.

Outside printing is the bread and butter of the business, with production running 24 hours a day, five days a week. Along with continuing to publish the Merchandiser and other community papers, including the Pennysaver, Advertiser, and Community Courier, EPC produces local Chamber guides, Farm Show premium books and more.

Seventy years of business has included ups and downs for the company, Charlie said. Challenges have ranged from competition to rising

costs to navigating the pandemic. Through it all, EPC has remained focused on its original mission: serving the community.

“Our family and the company have been blessed,” Charlie said. “Since we’ve been blessed, we want to bless others. We started a foundation in the early ‘90s, and that supports a variety of local programs.”

EPC publications focus on telling the good news happening at nonprofit organizations, schools and local businesses, and that’s more important than ever, Jocelyn said.

“We are surrounded by bad news,” she said. “Every time we turn on the TV, every time we open our phone, it’s upsetting. It brings us down. There are so many good things happening in our community, and we want to shine a light on them.”

Asked about the secret to EPC’s longevity, Charlie didn’t hesitate to answer.

“We’ve had good people,”

he said simply. “We have so many longtime employees, some who have been here for 35 or 40 years.”

As for the next 70 years, Charlie and Jocelyn envision a bright future. The company is transitioning into providing digital solutions for clients, while continuing to support local businesses and tell positive stories through its community newspapers and online at www.townlively.com.

“I love the legacy my grandfather started,” Jocelyn said. “I never met him, but I know his goal and his mission was to support the community, and we won’t lose that connection to the community. We will continue to be hyperlocal, providing our advertisers with options to target just their region and news specifically about your school district and local community. We’re focused on right here, where we live, and all the good things that are happening.”

Multiple generations of the Engle family work at EPC, including (from left) Jeremy Engle, Tanya Bomberger, Denny Engle, Charlie Engle, Jocelyn Engle and Daryl Rutt.

EYRA posts activities

Eastern York Recreation Authority (EYRA) will offer a variety of programs. All activities require registration at www.easternyork rec.com. Fees vary by program and residency.

A Wood Porch Leaner Paint Night will be offered for people age 14 and up on Friday, April 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the social hall at the Lower Windsor Township Building, 2425 Craley Road, Wrightsville. Theresa with Joyful Art Experiences will guide participants through the process of creating a 2-foot-tall wood leaner. Attendees will paint a basic design featuring a gnome or a lighthouse and then embellish the image.

Country Line Dancing Workshops will take place at the Lower Windsor Township Building social hall for people age 12 and up.

A Beginner/Improvers program will take place on Mondays,

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May 6, 13, and 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event is a transitional workshop building on an eightweek beginner workshop. The step-by-step instructions will be geared for people with some previous dance experience and basic skills, although no experience is necessary. Lessons will consist of basic instruction to learn a few choreographed dances. Step sheets will be available.

An Improvers line dancing program will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Mondays from June 3 to July 29, with no class on June 17. Some previous dance experience is helpful, but not required. Step sheets will be available.

A Candy Picasso Class will be offered for children ages 5 to 13 on Friday, June 7, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Emig Park, 2 Buttonwood Lane, York. By shaping and forming a variety of candy, participants will

make an 8-by-10-inch work of art. Attendees may craft their own design or use provided templates. In the case of inclement weather, the class will be held at the Hellam Township Municipal Building, 44 Walnut Springs Road, York.

Youth Field Hockey Clinics will take place on Fridays, June 7, July 19, and Aug. 9, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Eastern York High School (EYHS), 720 Cool Creek Road, Wrightsville. The program is open to students of all skill levels who will enter kindergarten through sixth grade in the fall. Children may participate in one or more of the sessions. They will meet the EYHS coaches and work on skills such as dribbling, passing, defense, and elimination moves. Players need a stick, sneakers, and a water bottle. Shin guards and mouthguards are recommended. A limited number of hockey sticks

teachers, nurses or are in a profession involving working with children,” Palmquist explained of the organization’s selection of beneficiaries. All of the recipients impressed the Pilot Club members with their programs and dedication, she said, noting that the organization regularly supports the Columbia Food Bank.

Community service is at the heart of Pilot Club of Central Pennsylvania.

“We are part of an international organization, Pilot International, based out of Macon, Ga., and celebrating more than a century of service,” Palmquist shared. “We focus on brain wellness and safety and caring for the caregiver. We do not limit ourselves, however. We are unique in that we meet the needs of our community, whatever they may be.”

The organization’s

signature program, BrainMinders, is a free puppet show that teaches children to wear helmets, when to dial 911 and other safety lessons.

You never know when you might see members of the organization serving others in the community. “We enjoy doing pick-meups or acts of kindness to make the world a better place,” Palmquist commented.

Pilot Club of Central Pennsylvania meets at 6 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at Columbia Fire Hall, 726 Manor St., Columbia. The group welcomes new members.

For more information, call Palmquist at 717-951-1432 or email lpalmquist948@ gmail.com. For more information on the club, visit https://pilotclubofcentral penn.com or search for “Pilot Club of Central PA, Inc.” on Facebook.

are available to use during the clinics, and people should indicate on their registration if they would like to borrow one. Proceeds will benefit EYHS field hockey and EYRA.

Charcuterie Boards will be offered for people age 18 and up on Tuesday, June 11, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Lower Windsor Township Building social hall. In this interactive class, attendees will learn how to arrange meats, cheeses, and more to create a charcuterie board.

EYRA will participate in Give Local York (GLY) on Thursday and Friday, May 2 and 3. To support EYRA during this annual campaign, visit www.givelocalyork.org. Every dollar donated will be enhanced with bonus funds provided by GLY sponsors. Donations will also be accepted throughout the year at www.gly365.org.

Fire company to dish up breakfast

New Bridgeville Fire Company, 2870 Furnace Road, Red Lion, will present a breakfast on Saturday, March 23, from 7 to 10 a.m. The meal will include pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, potatoes, sausage gravy, toast and

beverages.

There will be separate ticket prices for adults and children ages 5 to 12. Children age 4 and under may eat for free.

For more information, search for “New Bridgeville Memorial Fire Company” on Facebook.

Designer bag bingo fundraiser set

The Columbia Dream Center will hold its second annual designer bag bingo on Saturday, March 23, at the Knights of Columbus, 1575 New Danville Pike, Lancaster. Doors will open at 11 a.m., and bingo will start at 1 p.m.

Tickets include 20 games of bingo, and four special games will be available for a separate fee. Attendees who bring new socks or underwear for kids or adults will receive a ticket for a special drawing.

More than 50 items will be given away in drawings. Homemade food and desserts will be available for purchase, and attendees may not bring their own food into the event.

All individuals must have a ticket to enter.

To purchase tickets in

advance, email dreamctr bingo@gmail.com, search for “2nd Annual Designer Bag Bingo” on Eventbrite, or call 228-437-4876. Any remaining tickets will be available for full price at the door.

To learn more about the Columbia Dream Center, visit https://columbia has.org.

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Members of the Pilot Club of Central Pennsylvania work on a community service project.

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History club to host guest speaker

Vincent Santucci, a senior paleontologist and program coordinator with the National Park Service, will be the guest speaker at a meeting of the Military Oral History Club of Lancaster County on Tuesday, March 26, at 7 p.m.

Santucci will talk about a National Park Service project to uncover and preserve the “top secret military intelligence” story associated with the work at P.O. Box 1142 (camp confidential), which contributed to the outcome of World War II. He will also discuss the event’s connection to the

Manhattan Project and Cold War, as well as other important history during the post-war period.

The Military Oral History Club meets at VFW Post 2435, 401 Manor St., Columbia, on the last Tuesday of the month. All veterans, students and anyone with an interest in military history are invited to attend. Veterans of any war, family members or friends who would like to share their experiences are also welcome to attend.

For more information, call 717-368-7726.

Davis named to honors list

Lisa Davis of Wrightsville, a student at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Metropolitan Campus in Teaneck, N.J., has been named to the honors list for the fall 2023 semester.

To qualify for the honors list, a student must carry a 3.5 or greater grade point average out of a possible

4.0 and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours, the equivalent of four courses.

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COLUMBIA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 360 Locust St. in Columbia, Rev. David C. Powers, phone: 717-684-6271, Sunday Morning Worship 10am. Handicap accessible. 4th Street Cafe Coffeehouse 1st & last Sunday @5pm with community meal. Free Clothing Bank Mondays 9-11am & Tuesdays 5-7pm.

COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH: Welcomes you to Love God, Love Others, & Reach Out with us! 331 Anderson Ferry Rd (off Rt. 441 on Rt. 772), Marietta, PA 17547, 717-426-1345, cbcpa.org. Service times are Sundays at 9:00 & 10:45am. The Livestream service is at 10:45am at cbcpa.org.

Attend Church this Sunday

FAITH BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 151 Donnerville Rd., Lancaster (one block south of Columbia Avenue). Pastor: Keith M. Long. 8:45 am Sunday School (with nursery and classes for children, youth and adults); 10:15 a.m. SundayWorship Service (with nursery and children’s church). Wed.: 6:30 p.m. AWANA Clubs (K6); Wed.: 6:30 pm Youth Group 717-285-1900. www.faithbfc.com

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH: Sixth & Locust St., Columbia. Pastor: Rev. Richard Whitesel. In-Person Worship Schedule: Wed. 10:15 am, Sun. 10:15 am. Sunday service is also available on Facebook live & YouTube. Holy Eucharist at all services. Handicap accessible. Meals on Wheels ministry 717-684-4244, church office 717-6842763. www.stjohnscol.org

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH: 243 Hellam Street in Wrightsville. (717-252-2417) Sunday morning service at 9:15am with Holy Eucharist. Handicap accessible. We can be found on Facebook.

Please Note: Updates can be made to your church’s listing for 1st issue date of each month only.

(Changes must be submitted by the previous Wednesday.) For More Information On Church Listings And Rates, Call Justin at 717-492-2533

SERVICES

*Events listed here will be live streamed on Facebook & will be available to watch on “Saint John’s Lutheran Columbia, PA” YouTube Channel after the live event.