Octorara names Hall of Fame inductees
BY FRANCINE FULTON
“Each of our inductees has shown us what it means to rise to the occasion, to push beyond our limits and lead by example, not only in their athletic accomplishments but in their character and dedication they have carried with them in every aspect of their life,” said Jonathan Propper, principal of Octorara Junior-Senior High School when describing the three graduates that were inducted in the Octorara Sports of Hall of Fame on Sept. 20.
The inductees are wrestling standout Brandon Arnsberger, Class of 2012, who is now a successful surgeon; track star
and Octorara track coach Kendel Dixon, Class of 2005; and swimmer Cierra Runge, Class of 2014, who is an Olympic gold medalist.
After a welcome provided by senior class president Delaney Amole, Octorara students read biographies of each of the inductees. Student Sebastian Hess provided the biographical details for Arnsberger, citing Arnsberger’s many accomplishments as a high school and college wrestler. Arnsberger graduated cum laude from Bloomsburg University with a Bachelor of Science in premedical biology and graduated with honors in the top 10% of his
class from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. He is now in his third year of surgical residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Arnsberger’s father, James Arnsberger Jr., accepted the award on his son’s behalf, noting that his son averages 110 hours of work per week.
Dixon was introduced by student Connor Capotrio, who listed Dixon’s many high school track and college accomplishments at Kutztown University, where he was also a coach. After returning to Octorara, Dixon helped guide Octorara’s 400-meter athletes to a PIAA District 3 AAA fourth-place finish.
Trail race to benefit cross-country teams
BY FRANCINE FULTON
Those looking for a challenging run that will take them over hills, into the woods and through a creek are invited to take part in the 10th annual Dire Wolf 5-mile and 10-mile trail race on Saturday, Oct. 26,
at Wolf’s Hollow County Park, 1399 Schoff Road, Atglen. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Octorara Junior-Senior High School cross-country teams. The race, which is being presented by the Octorara Cross-Country Team Booster Club, is being facilitated by
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Car show to support Kacie’s Cause
BY FRANCINE FULTON
“It’s the show of all shows,” said event organizer Johnny Pappas when describing the 11th annual Cars for Kacie car show that will take place on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Classic Auto Mall in Morgantown. “Last year, we had 700 vehicles.”
Cars for Kacie benefits Kacie’s Cause, a nonprofit organization that provides support to parents, family members and friends of those battling addiction. Money raised at the event funds the
group’s efforts throughout the year, including the awarding of a scholarship to a student at Octorara Junior-Senior High School and the awarding of a recovery residence scholarship, which pays for a person in recovery to live in a drug- and alcohol-free group home. Funds are also used by the organization to purchase naloxone for free distribution at events and to compensate professional therapists that lead some of its support groups.
The local chapter of Kacie’s
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Inductees included Kendel Dixon (center), Cierra Runge (right) and Brandon Arnsberger (not pictured). Arnsberger’s father, James Arnsberger Jr. (left), accepted the award on his son’s behalf.
Part of the trail race will take runners through the woods.
RunPA and the Lancaster Road Runners Club. Participants navigate a hilly course that is a mix of fire trail, single-track and grass surfaces with obstacles like rocks and tree roots. There is also a shallow creek crossing, which may run deeper in the event of rain.
“There is a 5- and 10-mile race, so there is a whole trail running community that takes part in races like these. It is very challenging. These are people used to trail running,” said booster club member Rachel McGinnis, the Octorara girls’ cross-country coach, noting
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that the school teams use the park in the summer and fall for training.
She said that some participants often walk certain portions of the course.
“There are certain parts of the trail where you come down a steep hill where most people walk. Some of the more seasoned trail runners run the whole time,” she noted. “It’s very hilly. People walk up a lot of the hills.”
Last year, the event attracted about 45 to 50 participants, who were aided in their efforts by adult volunteers with the booster club and members of the boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams. Those same supports will be in place this year.
“The cross-country teams are at the aid stations, where the water and goodies are, and they help with registration and setting up the course and cheering (on the runners),” said McGinnis.
While both the 5-mile and 10-mile events start at the same location, the two courses vary. “Some parts overlap, but the end is different,” said McGinnis, noting that a detailed course map can be found on the event website.
Race-day bib pickup and registration will be from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m., followed
by race announcements and instructions at 8:50 a.m. Both races will start at 9 a.m. At the conclusion of the races, the awards ceremony will begin at approximately 11:45 a.m. The event will be held rain or shine.
If someone breaks the 10-mile course record, he or she will receive a cash award. Zach Miller currently holds the record with a time of 1 hour, 1 minute and 38 seconds. “(His) is the record to beat,” said McGinnis.
The top overall male and female finishers of the 5-mile and 10-mile races will receive a special Dire Wolf Award. Awards will also be given to the top three male and top three female finishers in various age categories. Proceeds will be used for supports such as offsetting travel costs when the teams are involved in competitions, as well as the cross-country banquet. “It offsets some of the costs for the families when we are in championship races that we travel to. It helps with (the cost) of food and the hotel,” said McGinnis, adding, “It’s our largest fundraiser.” For more information, to register or to view the course map, visit https:// runsignup.com/Race/PA/ Atglen/DyerWolfTrailRace.
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History for the future
Submitted by Leona Baker, Historical Society of Salisbury Township
In 1701, William Penn traveled the ancient Indian Minquas Trail, also known as the Conestoga Road, through Gap-inthe-Hills, a part of the land the English king had bequeathed to him. This trail wandered through thick forests, which had never heard the sound of ax or saw. Oak, ash, maple, walnut and chestnut trees grew in such close proximity that the path beneath was difficult to distinguish even on the sunniest day. Penn was on his way to Conestoga on the Susquehanna River to renew a treaty with the Native Americans.
The Penn Rock on today’s Chestnut Street in Gap stands as a reminder that
Native hosts had prepared a feast of greeting. Penn partied and stayed overnight near the local spring in company with Native American chiefs, who came to escort him the rest of the way to their village.
A Penn oak sapling, similar to the one pictured, will be planted on Oct. 6 at Pequea Presbyterian Church.
In 1710, Robert and Jean Gault from Ireland settled near the Welsh Mountain, close to the source of the Pequea Creek. The Gaults, credited to be the first real settlers to the area, had a hand in petitioning for the formation of Lancaster County and in founding the Pequea Presbyterian Church, built in 1724 on what we know today as Cambridge Road. As pioneers moved into the valley, clearing the land was the primary need for those who wished to become prosperous farmers. The abundant quantity of wood was used for housing and heat and served as the sturdy base for the ubiquitous Conestoga wagon.
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Within 100 years, there were few primeval forests left as more and more Europeans discovered the potential of this rich valley soil and swiftly running streams.
By the turn of the 20th century, fewer of those trees growing in Penn’s time were to be found. E. Embree Wildman’s 1933 edition of “Penn’s Woods, 1682-1932” recorded one of those rare trees growing in the cemetery of Pequea
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Four signs tires need to be replaced
Cars are a significant investment, which underscores the importance of vehicle maintenance.
Maintenance is more than just tending to what’s under the hood. Tires also require drivers’ attention, as aging, damaged tires pose a safety risk and also compromise vehicle performance. Tires can be easily overlooked, but the following are four signs tires need to be replaced.
1. Worn tread: The automotive experts at AutoZone note that tread depth is the most prevalent indicator that a tire needs to be replaced. AutoZone notes that tread depth should always be at least 1/16 of an inch throughout the tire. Depth should be measured across the tread and around the circumference. If the tread is at or below 1/16 of an inch, the tire should be replaced.
2. Bulges, gouges, or cracks: Geico notes that a deflated tire bulges at the sides, and that can compromise the safety of everyone in the vehicle. AutoZone says bulges occur when air gets between the inner liner and outer rubber layers, which can happen after hitting a curb or driving over a sizable pothole. A gouge or cut that is deeper than the outer layer of the tire also necessitates replacement.
3. Poor grip: Drivers may be able to feel certain tire problems, including poor grip, while driving. In such instances, tires may feel as though they are slipping. The tire experts at Firestone note that low tread can reduce tire traction and cause wheels to slip, which may be more noticeable when accelerating from a stop or driving on wet roads. Drivers who feel their tires
are slipping can test the tread and replace tires that are low.
4. Vibration: Vibration is another issue drivers may feel rather than see. Identifying the cause requires noting where the vibrations are felt. Geico notes that vibration or thumping that feels like it’s coming from under the seats may indicate the tires are not balanced. A suspension issue could be to blame if the steering wheel feels like it’s vibrating. Either feeling should be brought to the attention of a mechanic immediately. Tire issues affect vehicle performance and compromise the safety of drivers, their passengers, and fellow motorists. When vehicles are not performing at peak capacity, drivers should not overlook various tire issues as a potential cause of such troubles.
Maintaining older vehicles
New cars have been costly for quite some time, so motorists may wonder how they can get more mileage out of their existing vehicles.
Drivers can take the following steps to keep their existing cars running smoothly for years to come.
- Take care of the timing belt. Engines may get all the glory, but they cannot run smoothly without a fully functional timing belt, which helps to synchronize movements of various components. Owner’s manuals may note when to replace the timing belt, but they generally must be replaced every 60,000 to
105,000 miles. Although replacement is required infrequently, drivers can ask their mechanics to keep an eye on their timing belts. During the early months of the pandemic, many people learned that infrequent driving can cause a timing belt to fail before it reaches the projected mile marker. Aging drivers should keep this fact in mind if they do not drive as much as they used to.
- Take care of the brakes and associated components. The experts at Popular Mechanics urge drivers of older vehicles to replace their brake fluid every two years. Popular Mechanics also advises drivers whose cars are more than
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seven years old to replace the rubber brake lines when major brake work is required.
- Pay attention to oil levels. The older engines get, the more oil they burn. For this reason, owners of older vehicles should check their oil levels more often than they would if their vehicles were brand new. These checks also provide a way to discover leaks before they lead to potentially significant issues.
- Don’t skip maintenance appointments. Even if you’re still driving less due to the pandemic, it’s best to keep up with maintenance on any car, especially if the car is older. Routine tune-ups and oil changes, which may need to become more frequent the older the vehicle gets, can keep cars running smoothly and protect the engine over the long haul. The rising cost of new cars may compel people to keep their cars longer than they might have anticipated. A few simple maintenance measures may help to prolong the life of a vehicle.
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Maintenance mile markers
Modern automobiles are technological marvels. As advancements in automotive technology have made cars more reliable than ever, drivers may feel as though vehicle ownership also is more hands-off than ever before. Though it’s true that built-in diagnostic technology is designed to alert drivers to certain issues, it can still benefit motorists to recognize when certain issues may arise.
Cars and the people who drive them are different, so mileage intervals are not always the best measuring stick for maintenance issues. However, the following rundown can serve as a guidebook for drivers who want to know what to expect at various mileage intervals.
• 30,000 miles: The experts at Auto Trader note that disposable engine air filters usually last between 15,000 and 30,000 miles. If it’s been about 30,000 miles since the engine air filter has been replaced, it would be a good time to replace this important part, which prevents components like dirt and
debris from getting into the engine. This also might be a good time to replace the fuel filter, which prevents debris from clogging fuel injectors.
• 50,000 to 60,000 miles: It’s about this time that drivers may need to replace their vehicle batteries. Little-used vehicles may need a new battery much earlier, as lengthy periods of little or no use adversely affect the life expectancy of vehicle batteries. Brakes also may need to be replaced about this time, as the experts at AutoZone note that most drivers get between two and five years out of a set of brake pads. If that sounds like a significant range, it is, and that’s because driver behavior is a significant variable affecting the life of the pads. Drivers who brake hard will likely need to replace their brake pads with greater frequency than drivers who brake slowly.
• 50,000 to 90,000 miles:
As noted, there is no uniform guideline governing when vehicle components will need to be replaced.
Hoses are a good example of that, as recommendations regarding when to replace hoses range from 50,000 to 90,000 miles. That’s a significant range, but drivers can be on the safe side and start discussing the status of their hoses with their mechanics around the 50,000mile marker. It’s unlikely the hoses will make it all the way to 90,000 miles before they need to be replaced, but drivers can keep that mileage marker in mind and aim to replace the hoses before that point even if no issue has arisen. Timing belts also tend to fail between 80,000 and 100,000 miles, so this is another part to consider replacing as a vehicle reaches this point.
These mileage markers are not set in stone and should only serve as a guideline for drivers who want to stay ahead of vehicle repairs. Drivers also are urged to discuss any additional changes that might be necessary with their mechanics during routine maintenance appointments.
The importance of regular car washes
Taking care of a vehicle involves more than just maintaining the equipment under the hood. There are a number of steps involved in keeping a car or truck in top form, and that includes regular car washes.
Car washes keep a vehicle shiny and clean, which can help it look good while sitting in the driveway or cruising the highway. However, regular car washes are more than cosmetic.
• Protect from the sun: A car that is routinely and properly washed and waxed is less vulnerable to damage from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
• Preserve the vehicle’s value: Drivers who plan to sell or trade in their vehicles in the future should realize that a well-maintained car can bring in as much as 20% more for above-average condition, according to Kelley Blue Book. Maintaining a clean and shiny vehicle can protect its longterm value.
• Remove salt: Drivers who live near the ocean or in areas where roads are salted in the winter to melt snow may have cars with high salt corrosion rates. Unless it’s washed off frequently, salt can take its toll, leading to damage.
• Extend the life of paint: Dirt and debris can build up on the paint surface and eventually lead to scratches and other damage. Bird droppings and sap can be corrosive. Washing will help remove grime and protect the paint in the process.
• Improve fuel efficiency: Drivers have felt pain in their wallets at the fuel pump in recent years. Dirty cars may be less aerodynamic and less fuel efficient as a result. Keeping a car clean may improve its fuel efficiency.
• Maintain the interior: Car washes are not only about the exterior. Keeping a clean and tidy interior can help improve the air quality inside of the vehicle and prolong the life of upholstery, mats, and interior components.
Car washes should be a routine part of vehicle maintenance. Professional car washes tend to be more eco-friendly than washing a car at home, so drivers are urged to investigate their service plans and features.
After thanking his family members and Octorara teachers and coaches for their support, Dixon offered a message to the students. “I urge you to dream as big as you can and never allow others to step on your dreams. If you love it and want it, work for it,” he stated. “Go out there and live your life to the fullest.” He also shared his personal slogan, “Dream big, work hard and pray often.”
Runge was introduced by student Madalyn Muldoon. Runge’s career in collegiate swimming included the University of CaliforniaBerkeley, the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Arizona State University. She had success at high school, college and international competitions, culminating in her representing Team USA at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, where she secured a gold medal in the 4x200-meter freestyle relay.
Runge accepted the award while sporting her Olympic gold medal. She
encouraged the students to consider all the avenues of the future that are open to them. “High school is a time of exploration where we start to think seriously about what we want from life and understand what drives us. For me, that drive was the dream of becoming an Olympic gold medalist,” she said. “That dream seemed distant and out of reach, but it ignited a fire in me that never went out.
One of the most important pieces of advice I can offer is to pursue what sets your soul on fire.”
Propper also offered closing remarks, encouraging students to be inspired by the inductees. “To you, our current students, these inductees were once just like you,” he stated. “They were not born champions. They became champions through perseverance, hard work and the relentless pursuit of their goals. I challenge you to follow in their footsteps and create your own legacy. The qualities that Brandon, Kendel
Webinar to explore personality types
Penn State Extension will hold a webinar, “Self-Awareness and Personality Types,” on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 1 to 2 p.m. Tailored for professionals looking to improve teamwork, leaders aiming to refine their interactions, and anyone curious about personality dynamics, this event will
seek to help people identify their personality types, understand how different types interact, and develop strategies to meet diverse communication needs.
The event is free of charge. Registration is required by visiting https://extension .psu.edu and searching for “Essential Skills: Self-Awareness and Personality Types.” The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.
The workshop is part of the Essential Skills Series: Harness the Power of Interand Intra-Personal Skills to Elevate Your Career. Some materials in this series were funded by the Department of Labor as part of the Animal Science Apprentice Program.
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and Cierra embody … are the same traits that will help you rise to greatness. Your journey begins now, and your legacy is waiting to be written.”
The Octorara chorale was also on hand at the event to sing the school’s alma mater and “The Star-Spangled Banner.” To view a complete list of the inductees’ accomplishments and to watch a video of the event in its entirety, visit the “Octorara Area School District’s Official Facebook Page.”
Community Calendar
Oct. 2. Kacie’s Cause Support Group
Parkesburg Baptist Church
103 West St., Parkesburg, 7 to 8 p.m. www.facebook.com/KaciesCauseParkesburg
Oct. 3. Narcotics Anonymous IMPACT Church
101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.
Oct. 6. Church Service, Free Meal
New Beginnings Church of the Cross 1 Penn Ave, Christiana. Sunday morning worship will take place at 10 a.m., followed by a free smorgasbord-style meal. www.facebook.com/NewBeginningsCross
marshmallow roasting, followed by movie night at Moores Memorial Library. Participants are asked to sign up at the library so that enough pizza may be ordered. Those who would like to register a decorated vehicle for the truck-or-treat should contact Officer Brian Smyth at smythb@christianapd.org. The rain date is Saturday, Oct. 12.
Oct. 19. Halloween Family Bingo
Presented by Our Lady of Consolation Parish Schneider Parish Center
Oct. 11. Truck-or-Treat
Presented by Christiana Borough Police 9 W. Slokom Ave., Christiana, 6 p.m. Children will enjoy pizza, pretzels, candy, drinks, giveaways and
2995 Cemetery Road, Parkesburg. Doors will open at 5 p.m.; games will begin at 6 p.m. Food will be available for purchase, and there will be a costume contest for people of all ages. Call ahead to reserve tickets at a discounted price. Tickets will also be sold at he door. For more information or to reserve tickets, call 610-857-0511 or email jdagney@olcchurch.org.
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ENCOUNTER CHURCH: 300 Hideaway Drive, Quarryville, PA 17566 Sunday Service & Kid's Church held at 8:30 am and 10:45 am. Church e-mail: office@encounterchurchpa.org www.encounterchuchpa.org Church phone: 717-786-2756
FAITH BIBLE CHAPEL: “Ordinary People Serving An Extraordinary God.” Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. (Children’s Service during Pastor’s Message). Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 6:30 p.m. We are located at 140 Bernard Ave., Cochranville. Pastor Scott Althouse 610-593-6333 fbchapel@zoominternet.net
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH: Dedicated to the serious preaching & teaching of God’s Word. Traditional hymns & praise songs accompanied by guitar. Sunday Service 10:40am. 53 Hurley Rd, Parkesburg, PA 19365. 610-593-7123. www. gracecommunitychurch-parkesburg.com for messages, ministries and directions
HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHURCH: 1 EAST HIGHLAND RD., PARKESBURG PA 19365 610-857-1670 www.highland-bc.org
Sunday Services: Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am, Morning Service 10:45 am (nursery is available), Prayer Service 4 pm Wednesday Youth programs 6:30-8:00 pm. Thursday Ladies Bible Study 10:00 am
IMPACT CHURCH: IMPACTING lives with the Hope of Jesus Christ. Sunday Gatherings at 9 am & 10:30 am. 101 East 1st Ave., Parkesburg. Pastor Mike Bailey. 610-857-3887. Visit us online at WWW.IMPACTPA.CHURCH
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LITTLE BRITAIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
255 Little Britain Church Rd., Peach Bottom (between 222 and 272). Sunday School Classes all ages 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Groups for Elementary, Jr. High and Sr. High, Choir, Bell Choir, Small Groups. Rev. Thomas Milligan, 717-548-2266. Web site: www.littlebritainchurch.org E-mail: lbpc1732@gmail.com Hearing assistance devices.
MANOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA)
“Come find spiritual life in Christ for your family.” Cochranville: Rte. 926, halfway between Rte. 41 & Rte. 10. Rev. Daniel Henderson, Pastor. Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 am. Fellowship & Refreshments from 10:15-10:35 am. Worship with classes for infantsPre-K at 10:45 am Kidsworship for K5th is held during the sermon time. Youth Group for 6th-12th grades twice a month at 6:30 pm 610-869-2402. www.manorpresbyterian.com
MAPLE GROVE MENNONITE CHURCH: 549 Swan Rd., Atglen. 610-593-6658, Lead Pastor: Mike Clemmer, Music Minister: Matt Chambers. Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am, Children’s Church, Nursery. Youth Group Wed., 7pm. Christian Preschool. Visit us online at: www.maplegrovemc.com
MIDDLE OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 1199 Valley Road Quarryville. Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 AM; Blended Worship 10:30 AM. 717-786-3402 Visit us online at www.middleoctorara.org
MT. VERNON CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Growing Deeper, Reaching Farther. 1 Lighthouse Dr, Kirkwood. Pastor Tony Murrin. Sunday School- all ages 9am, Worship 10:00am. Handicap Access. Phone: 717-529-4102. Visit us online at mtvernonchristianchurch.com
PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
ROCK CHURCH: A Spirit-filled, Full Gospel Church Family. 32 E. State St in Quarryville. Sunday service at 10am. More info at RockChurchLC.org Phone: 717-847-6872
SANDY HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH : 420 S. Sandy Hill Rd., Coatesville 610-857-3959; www.sandyhill.net. Sunday service: 10:15am; Bible teaching, music; Children’s classes, staffed nursery; Adult classes, 9:15am, Youth Min., Sundays, 5:30-7:30pm. Small Groups. A Friendly, Christ-centered church. Preschool: Enrolling-2 1/2-5 years, 610-857-1922
ST. CHRISTOPHER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Where everyone can find a place to belong! 116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford (Rt. 472 at the Rt. 1 bypass ramps). Sunday inperson Holy Communion Service at 10:00 AM, also live-streamed. When people warmly welcome you, you will know you have found a church home where you can come just as you are. The Episcopal Church is Catholic in the way we worship and Protestant in the way we think. You’ll find beautiful music, good preaching, and an inclusive community in which to worship God. YOU BELONG HERE! Check out St. Christopher’s website, YouTube, or Facebook for updates and links. Rev. Dr. Mary Ann Mertz rector@stchrisoxford.org 610-932-8134 www.stchrisoxford.org
UPPER OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (EPC): 1121 Octorara Trail (on Rt. 10 a mile south of Rt. 30), Parkesburg. Christ-centered, Handicapped accessible. Sunday School all ages 9:30 am (Sept-May). Sunday Worship (Blended style) 10:30 am. Adult choir, Youth Group & a variety of adult groups. Dr. Jerry Iamurri, Supply Pastor. (610)857-5787 www.uopc-epc.org Find us on Facebook. Christian Preschool: (610)857-0236
Chili cook-off planned
Fiorenza’s Food For Friends (F4), a local food recovery nonprofit, is the new host of the annual West Chester Chili Cook-Off.
The event is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 6, from noon to 4 p.m. on West Gay Street in West Chester. The event was formerly hosted by the Rotary Club of West Chester.
F4 is seeking competitors, sponsors, and vendors to participate. F4 anticipates that the event will feature
more than 50 entrants, including teams representing restaurants, businesses, and nonprofits as well as local individuals. Prizes will be awarded, including the People’s Choice Award.
F4 seeks to eradicate hunger in America and raise awareness of hunger with a strategic and innovative food recovery and production process. F4 serves as a connector that establishes sustainable partnerships
United Way receives grant
United Way of Chester County has been awarded a $35,000 grant from the Chester County Community Foundation’s Pay It Forward Fund in Memory of Ronn Fletcher. The grant will support the organization’s ongoing efforts in social innovation, which provide resources to develop and implement innovative solutions that address pressing needs in the community.
The Pay It Forward Fund is dedicated to fostering charitable giving and supporting initiatives that drive meaningful change within Chester County. Fletcher was a passionate advocate for community service and social innovation, and his legacy continues to inspire
through the fund, which seeks to empower organizations that are making a tangible difference in the lives of local residents.
United Way of Chester County’s social innovation initiatives are designed to help nonprofits and social entrepreneurs tackle local challenges using new ideas and technology. Through hands-on workshops and guidance from experts, participants are equipped with the tools they need to thrive in the digital age, with a focus on identifying and scaling new approaches to social issues.
The Chester County Community Foundation, through the Pay It Forward Fund, has
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Church to host guest speaker
As part of the American Restoration Tour, David Barton will speak at Freedom Life Church, 447 Noble Road, Christiana, on Monday, Oct. 7, at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free, and the community is invited to attend. Children’s programs will not be available.
Barton is the founder of WallBuilders and the author of numerous books. He speaks about American history to churches, civic and military groups, schools and universities and community events across the country, drawing information from his large library of original writings from the Founding Era. He is also a frequent guest on a number of national media programs and is a co-host on “The WallBuilders Show.”
and coordinates the logistics of food donations on behalf of other nonprofits feeding the hungry. F4 works with local businesses and other entities interested in giving back to their local community by donating excess food; these entities include markets, food distributors, restaurants, caterers, and schools. F4 also coordinates food drives that enable businesses and communities to donate to local nonprofits feeding those who are hungry.
A new addition this year will be a beer garden
located on Church Street between Gay and Chestnut streets. Also, Church Street from Gay to Market streets will be reserved for area nonprofits, which will offer information about their services and products.
For more information and to sign up, visit https://west chesterchilicookoff.com/. Details are also available by emailing contact@west chesterchilicookoff.com.
To learn more about F4, email team@f4service.org or search for @F4Service on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.
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Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe have announced the appointment of Melissa Harrop as AgConnect communications coordinator for Chester County. The newly created position supports the restructured Chester County AgConnect Partnership between Chester County Government and the Chester County Economic Development Council, which carries out the recommended
actions of the county’s Agricultural Economic Development Strategic Plan.
In her new role, Harrop will focus on promoting the importance of farming and agriculture to the community; training, financing and resources for farmers and agricultural businesses; and agriculture workforce development.
In addition to promoting Chester County’s agricultural industry as the AgConnect communica -
tions coordinator, Harrop will begin by creating an AgConnect website and social media presence. She will also produce the annual Chester County Farm Guide and coordinate the Chester County Farmer of the Year and Distinguished Service to Agriculture awards.
Before joining Chester County Government, Harrop was the special sections/ markets editor for Lancaster Farming. She and her husband also own Meadow Creek
Livestock in Glenmoore, where she does everything from bookkeeping and social media to maintaining livestock feeding, health, and husbandry.
Harrop has been a part of the Chester/Delaware County Farm Bureau for nearly 10 years, serving in multiple positions to help guide and promote agriculture, including as a member of the board of directors and the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Ag Promotion Com-
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mittee. She also serves as a director of the Chester County Extension Council and is a graduate of Penn State Extension’s Pennsylvania Rural-Urban Leadership Program.
Harrop has an associate degree from University of Northwestern Ohio in agribusiness management and technology and a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University in digital journalism and media. She also served in the U.S. Army.
United Way
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a long-standing history of supporting charitable causes that reflect the values and passions of its donors. The foundation works closely with local nonprofits to ensure that grants are used effectively to improve the quality of life in Chester County.
For more information about United Way of Chester County and its social innovation programs, visit www.liveunitedchester county.org or contact Kelly Cockshaw, director of leadership and innovation, at 610-429-9400.
Melissa Harrop
Cause offers a support group that meets on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Parkesburg Baptist Church, 103 West St., Parkesburg. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ KaciesCauseParkesburg.
Cars for Kacie was started 11 years ago by Andy Rumford, who lost his daughter Kacie Erin Rumford at the age of 23 from a drug overdose on March 12, 2013. Representatives from Kacie’s Cause will be on hand at the car show to provide information and offer naloxone training. There will also be a medical drop-off box at the show where attendees can safely dispose of their prescription medications.
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The classic car show is open to any car, truck and motorcycle of any year, make or model, including customs, classics, street rods, low riders, antiques, new generation vehicles and tuners. A registration fee will be charged to vehicle owners. Registration will be from 8 to 10 a.m., followed by judging from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The awards ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. Vehicle owners must be present to win.
chosen by families that have lost a loved one to addiction.
Categories will include Best Paint, Best Interior, Best Engine, Best Halloween Display and Best Club Participation. Also awarded will be Best of Show and the Kacie Erin Rumford Memorial trophy. The awards are
There will be a variety of food and dessert vendors, including Mexi-Boys, BBQ Dave, R & D Specialty Foods, Pop’s Grill food truck, Malizzi Cakes & Pastries and The Perk Up Truck. “Early breakfast will be available beginning at 5 a.m.,” Pappas noted. Also included will be a demonstration by Dep. Alicia Matson and her K-9, Kali; guest speaker Tony Luke from Tony Luke’s cheesesteak restaurants; a silent auction featuring more than 100 items to bid on; more than 50 vendors, including crafters; painted
Halloween pumpkins for sale; an appearance by KITT from the “Knight Rider” TV show; live music by the band Forgiven; and an appearance by professional ice hockey player Chris Therien.
For children, there will be a bounce house, a petting zoo and face painting. “Optimus Prime, who is about 9 feet tall, will be walking around,” Pappas added.
The Classic Auto Mall is located at 6180 Morgantown Road, Morgantown. The rain date for the car show is Saturday, Oct. 12. For more information, visit www.kaciescause.org/ cars-for-kacie.
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Presbyterian Church in Salisbury Township.
Fast forward another 75-plus years. By 2000, most of those few remaining original trees were now rotting into dust, their ancient lives over. Alert citizens, recognizing an era coming to an end in the increasingly populous Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware region, formed the Penjerdel organization to preserve the remaining pre-Colonial history of the region. Volunteers gather and plant the nuts and seeds from those still surviving Penn oak trees. The relatively few that sprout grow into saplings that carry the genes of those long-gone forests which had greeted William Penn 300 years ago. The saplings are then offered to select civic organizations to continue being nurtured.
Aware of William Penn’s 1701 meeting with the
Susquahannocks in Gap, Penjerdel member Erik Burro, who portrays William Penn for the annual living history events in Salisbury Township, offered the Historical Society of Salisbury Township a 3-year-old sapling grown from an acorn of a Penn oak tree that had recently died in Salem, N.J.
With no remaining primeval forest in Salisbury Township, the historical society was honored to have a living connection to its founding pioneers, and to the vision that William Penn had of a peaceful coexistence for diverse races and cultures.
The community is welcome to join the historical society at the Pequea Presbyterian Church, 273 Cambridge Road, Gap, at noon on Sunday, Oct. 6, to celebrate the dedication of this bit of DNA from the region’s past.
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Lancaster County veterinarian releases book
Lancaster County veterinarian Bob Stoltzfus is the author of a new book, “Where the Grass Grows Greener - Inspirational Stories from a Lancaster County Veterinarian.” The book features 23 stories about Stoltzfus’ personal life and his life as a veterinarian.
Stoltzfus, who spent 42 years as a full-time bovine veterinarian, grew up on a 142-acre dairy farm in Oley. After graduating from Christopher Dock High School in Lansdale, he enrolled in Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) in Harrisonburg,
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Va., where he was in the pre-med program, graduating with a degree in biology. He went on to receive his veterinary degree at the University of Pennsylvania. EMU is also where he met his wife, Joyce, whom he married in 1973. Bob and Joyce have three children and seven grandchildren.
In 1980, Stoltzfus partnered with Drs. Chris Barton and Bob Munson to form Lancaster Veterinary Associates. In 2002, Dr. Bridget Griffin joined the group. The practice is almost exclusively bovine with the workload now split between five veterinarians.
In 2022, Stoltzfus backed off from the physical demands of daily farm visits to focus on providing nutritional consulting services to nearby dairy farms, which range in size from 60 cows to 2,500 animals. The switch from full-time veterinarian to part-time consultant created a schedule with fewer daytime obligations,
allowing him time write the book.
Stoltzfus noted that while “Where the Grass Grows Greener” is written for a general audience, he thinks farmers will appreciate seeing the veterinary side of farming from a veterinarian’s point of view.
In addition to personal stories about loss, the book includes stories about Stoltzfus’ trips to Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan to consult with dairy farmers in those countries. Shortly before the publication of “Where the Grass Grows Greener,” Stoltzfus traveled to Israel, where he toured holy sites for three days and then spent a week doing farm chores for farmers near Gaza who were called to active duty as part of Israel’s continuing war. Stoltzfus’ son Kendal accompanied him to Israel.
For more information or to purchase a copy of the book, visit www.masthof .com and search for the book by its title.
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Howdy Doody ventriloquist doll, dolls & accessories, child’s chair, green depression ware, cranberry glass, Fenton basket & vase, cobalt cracker jar, cast iron fish bottle opener, “Top” cloth bag, wood planes, steins, bottle capper, oil lamps, copper boiler, copper bucket, galvanized sprinkler can, linens, sled, express wagon, service for 8 dishes, holiday decorations, storage totes, silk plants & flowers, coolers, artwork, Americana clock, & more.
This is a great auction of personal property & quality tools
TERMS: Real Estate-10% Down at auction. Bal by 11/22/24. Buyer pays all realty transfer tax. Personal Prop.- No buyer premium for cash, PA checks, or out-of-state checks w/ bank guarantee letter. 4% Buyer premium for credit card purchases.
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Food safety courses planned
Penn State Extension will hold the ServSafe Food Safety Manager course and the TAP Online Food Safety Manager Certification. For more information and to register for either course, visit http://extension.psu .edu/food-safety-2024 or call 877-345-0691.
The ServSafe Food Safety Manager course will take place at the Penn State Extension Chester County office, 601 Westtown Road, No. 370, West Chester. The course will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21. The exam will begin at 11 a.m. on Oct. 21.
These in-person trainings will help participants learn how to prevent contamination of food by properly receiving, storing, preparing, cooking, cooling, and serving the food, as well as proper methods of sanitizing food service facilities. The course will be taught by certified ServSafe instructors.
Participants who complete the course and pass the multiple-choice exam with a score of 70% or higher will receive a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certificate. This certificate is good for five years.
The course fee covers
the cost of the most recent edition of the “ServSafe Manager” book, exam, answer sheet, and learning materials. Registration is required by Monday, Oct. 7.
The TAP Online Food Safety Manager Certification course helps food service managers, chefs, caterers, cooks, health officials, and inspectors prepare to take a food protection manager exam, such as ServSafe, that meets regulatory guidelines for a certified food protection manager. The online portion can be taken anytime, but the exam must be completed in person.
Participants who complete the online course and pass the multiple-choice, proctored exam with a score of 70% or higher will receive a Food Protection Manager Certificate, which meets the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture requirement for food safety certification. This certification is valid for five years. For more details on who needs this certification, contact the regional Department of Agriculture office.
The online course is selfpaced, it can be started anytime throughout the year, and it must be completed within 180 days of enrollment. There is a fee.
