Small Town Living in Gibson County by Jancey Smith

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How ya doing? in Gibson County

Well I guess spring has finally arrived, at least for this week. Now I won’t promise we won’t get a cold spell or jump right into summer. But for now, the sun is shining and we’re all doing a happy dance for warm weather. I’ll take it even if it means putting up with my allergies. Remember all those activities that were listed in last issue? Well we’ve got lots of pictures but limited space, so check Facebook for what you don’t see in print. This issue has lots of stories for you - features on musicians, an artist, new businesses and old, as well as a few sports blibs of interests. There’s even a tip on using sunshine for power to get you thinking. Now it’s time for a glass of sweet tea on the front porch for a break to see what’s been happening with the local folks. Remember to put in a word to our sponsors and always, shop local with your friends and neighbors. Jancey Smith

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Becoming a Civil War Reenactor Story and photos Mary Ann O’Neal Cover photo: The O’Neal family at Civil War Days in Prineton

My husband of 47 years and I have been Civil War enthusiast and was looking for a unit to fall-in with for the reenacting for about 15 years, and have traveled to fellowship and participation. The first time that I attended events in the Illinois, Indiana, Tennessee, Virginia, a Civil War reenactment, I fell in love with the clothing, Pennsylvania and Kentucky. Our journey fashion, and flair of the era. I think that all Mrs. Lee began with a simple participation in a Civil women are little girls at heart and like to War event and has led to a development of play dress-up and look glamorous. our own Living History persona with Likewise all men, especially my husband, presentations given at different events. I Don, are little boys at heart and like the have presented as Mrs. Robert E. Lee and challenge of playing war. Mrs. Mary Todd Lincoln, while Don has We attended our first Civil War presented as Major Giles Buckner Cooke, reenactment dressed in Jacksonville, Ill. an escort to Mrs. Robert E. Lee, and as Don had borrowed a uniform from one of Col. Cyrus B. Comstock. I have had the the enlisted men and already was armed honor of presenting Mary Custis Lee at the with his own black powder rifle. I had side of David Chaltas, who portrays Gen. inquired at one of the Sutlers about a Robert E. Lee and also have presented as dress, and the owner was more than happy Mary Todd Lincoln with “Christmas with the to let be borrow one of her daughter’s day Lincoln’s”, at the side of David Wolfe II, dresses. I was in “seventh heaven” and felt who portrays President Abraham Lincoln. like royalty. People were taking pictures We also have portrayed Dr. and Mrs. William Cochrane, and commenting on how beautiful the ladies were supporters of the Underground Railroad in Gibson dressed. From that day on, this became our hobby, County. much like any other activity that people participate in for So how did we get involved with Civil War the enjoyment. We learned that being involved with Civil reenacting? Don was, and still is a black powder War was a weekend long activity with entertainment for

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all members of the family. We’ve come a long way since that first reenactment and I am now the proud owner of about six different ballgowns, and about 15 other dresses ranging from a simple cotton daydress, to several visiting or tea dresses, and other formal attire for any season of the year. Don has purchased several black powder rifles and owns several uniforms, from the basic infantry, to a Captain’s and Major’s dress uniform, in both the Blue and the Grey! Preparation for an event has become a routine for us. We do not camp or own a tent, so we normally do not stay all night at camp, but there are enthusiasts that prepare with the loading of the tent camping equipment. Everything in camp has to be “correct to the time period of the 1860’s.” We normally stay at a local motel and begin by loading our SUV with suitcases and trunks that include, for me at least five different dresses and the undergarments, hats, gloves, parasols, and shoes. Don’s uniforms fit into a small suit bag so his baggage is limited compared to mine. We have friends who bring their camping gear and their tent becomes a central meeting place for friends and members of the community who are visitors to the encampment. Reenactors serve as historians to the visitors that will ask questions about the attire of the Civil War, to questions about a soldier’s life during this time. An event usually includes set-up on Friday evening and may include a day dedicated to local schools visiting for Education Day. Night may include a cannon night-fire which is a thrilling occurrence to witness. Sometimes a Ghost walk will be organized by event coordinators where Living Historians present in the first person of local happenings during the Civil War. Saturday morning begins with roll and officers meeting to discuss the upcoming battle. Normally, there is a battle on Saturday afternoon and then again on Sunday. (Usually, the blue wins one and the grey wins the other!). Then there is the Ladies Tea around the middle of the day. This is a special afternoon party, which could include anything

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from tea and cookies, to a complete three coarse petite meal. Occasionally, a speaker will present information about fashion, cosmetics, mourning customs, the history of tea, or maybe a first person presentation. Some events also may have a Civil War Wedding for those wanting to be married or others seeking to renew their wedding vows. Other events provide an 1860’s Baseball Game where participants play ball according to the rules of the time. Sunday morning begins with a church service available to all Reenactors and visitors, followed by the second battle of the weekend. Most Civil War Weekends include activities for the entire family. My advice to newbies or individuals interested in becoming Living Historians or participating in Civil War Reenacments would be to approach slowly. The cost of putting your impression together is not cheap and folks should be creative but authentic as possible. The cost of the proper undergarments for women could really hit your budget hard. Borrow some items from a good friend and take some time to decide if this is a hobby that you really want to pursue. Secondly, I would suggest finding a mentor or someone who is already involved in the hobby and ask their advice before purchasing expensive items. Lastly, I would suggest that your research and read as much as possible about the history of the Civil War.

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Backyard Birds By Guest Writer, Shawn Keith

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The Ruby Throated Hummingbird will be arriving soon to our backyards. There are 330 species of Hummingbirds located mostly south of the United States. Fewer than two dozen species venture into the United states and Canada. For our part of the country we only have the Ruby Throated Hummingbird. Only the male has the ruby throat while the female has a white throat. They are 3.75” in length and average approximately 3.5 grams in weight. During spring migration, a hummingbird’s heart beats up to 1,260 times a minute, and its wings flap 15 to 80 times a second. To support this high energy level, a hummingbird will typically gain 25-40% of their body weight before they start migration in order to make the long trek over land, and water. They fly alone, often on the same path they have flown earlier in their life. Young hummingbirds must navigate without parental guidance. Many plant species rely on hummingbirds for pollination and provide nectar and tiny insects in exchange. Hummingbirds staunchly and aggressively defend a feeding area, or feeder, even when not feeding. If you choose to put out a feeder for these little fellas, my experience has been to purchase a feeder that is glass

or plastic. No steel parts with paint that can peel leaving rust and paint chips to contaminate their food source. The feeder should be able to disassemble completely for thorough cleaning into parts that would otherwise be inaccessible where mold and dead insects would remain to contaminate the nectar. I personally put out a minimum of two feeders that are not in site of each other due to a lone male will try to defend the food source for himself. With two feeders he cannot defend both easily allowing others to possibly feed. Making your own nectar is easy at four parts water to one part sugar. As of this writing, they have been spotted North of Evansville, IN. Now for an update on my Backyard Birds. My Bluebirds have built their nest. It is a nice cup shaped nest made of fine pieces of dried grass and pine needles, each carefully placed in a neatly shaped bowl. I’m sure they are waiting on better weather to begin egg laying. My first Purple Martin arrived on March 26th. Mr Martin began looking in all the gourds I provided as if to see if any other Martins had arrived before him. As soon as I saw he had arrived on this chilly morning, I went out and spoke to him congratulating him on arrival after his long journey from South America. He assured me he was glad to be back and went to bed in his favorite gourd to rest after his long trip. As of 4-20-18 there are about 40 Purple Martins and several Tree Swallows around as well. If anyone has any questions, comments or suggestions let me know. I would love to hear from you. Shawn Keith backybirds@gmail.com Reference material and websites; http://www.hummingbirdcentral.com

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Gardening Goodies Sansevieria

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You may think that you can NOT grow or keep a houseplant. If that’s the case, I have the houseplant for you. The ‘Sansevieria’ (Sans) is a tough plant, but yet beautiful, stately, and a nice accent to your home. The ‘Sans’ is also sometimes known as ‘Mother-In-Laws Tongue’ or ‘Snake Plant’ (nothing personal to any mother-in-laws reading this). This plant is great for a meduim to high light situation and will do well with minimum attention. High light is of course the best scenerio to keep the foliage full and colorful. However, periods of medium to low light is fine too. Temperatures need to be kept above 50’F. The Sans has upright growth and a shallow root system. It’s best to keep your Sans somewhat root bound. The Sans has thick rhizomes that store water for a long time. Keep a Sans that’s in high light, slightly moist, but if it’s in low light, water it a little less. If you give it to much water the leaves will turn mushy and the soil will possibly become smelly. Fertilize with a general houseplant fertilizer about once a month, instead of the usual watering, April through August or September. Sans are easy plants to propagate. The first way, which is probably the easiest and fastest way, is to take a division from it. Remove the plant from the pot. Some of the divisions may come off just by some gentle pulling,

however, if not, take a sharp knife and cut down through the root ball, cutting as many divisions as you’d like. Take each division and pot up in cactis/palm soil. Pot them up in 4”-5” pots. When finished, water thoroughly and place in a warm sunny location and only water when dry. The other way to propagate Sans is a little slower to do, but it’s fascinating and educational. Cut with a sharp knife one of the long Sans’ leaves right above the soil level. Take the long leaf & with the sharp knife cut the leaf in about 2”-3” segments. Lay them out singlely on a newspaper for about 2-3 days so the cut ends can ‘heal’ or harden over. Take the cuttings & wet about 1/2” of the cut end, then dip in a rooting powder. Gently stick this dipped Sans segment about 1/2” down into the potting soil. (You can purchase rooting powder from a garden center or on line. Rooting powder is a great substance to help prevent diseases, fungus, and leaf rotgreat to use with any plant cuttings or plant starts. It helps to get the plant off to a good start.) Keep the soil damp and place the cuttings in a sunny and warm place. In about six weeks or so you should see small green shoots coming out from the soil. Once these shoots get about 4”-5” tall, carefully take the plant/rootball out of the container it is in and put in its own pot (5” or so sized pot). If you started the cutting in its own pot originally planted in, there is no need to repot. It can stay in that original pot for a year or two. Now you have several smaller Sans plants to share with others to put some ‘green’ in their life....(and a smile on their face and in their heart, wouldn’t be a bad thing either!)

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I’ve always liked history and I kind of like food, too. So we took a trip to Vincennes for a historic reenactment and had a great time. With the Spirit of Rendezvous coming up in weeks, I thought it’d be a nice idea to share. Even if you don’t fancy historic foods, there’s plenty of camping enthusiasts that wouldn’t mind an idea or two. The hubby actually scored a weekend off recently, so instead of letting him melt in the recliner to the History Channel, I drug him away on a road trip to go visit our neighbor up north, Vincennes. The annual Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous was the destination. It’s a historic reenactment commemorating when George Rogers Clark and company took on the British leader Henry Hamilton in an American frontier victory. With almost everything looking like colonial times, (well, except the porta potties), it was like stepping back into history. Not only were men, women and children wearing frontier A stand selling bread pudding type clothes, there were painted Indians and soldiers in oldfashioned military garb. How hot could all that be? It made us appreciate modern styles and air conditioning. As we walked through the “French Commons,” as

it’s called, we saw stands that were set up offering merchandise and foods from the colonial time period. There were demonstrations like juggling and soap making which were different. Apparently lye soap is good for poison ivy/oak outbreaks. There were many knives and types of weapons, crafty things like quilting, candles, embroidery and yarn spinning. There was even colonial period entertainment like minstrels singing and using a mandolin that reminded me of old Celtic songs. Of course what caught my attention was the food. All of the food sold was by fundraising organizations, not commercial vendors, like the Boy Scouts, Kiwanis and church groups. There were some dishes that I just hadn’t realized how long they’d been a part of our heritage, like bread pudding, strawberry shortcake, chicken and dumplings and ham and beans. The food is supposed to be in the colonial theme, so we saw ears of corn roasted over smoldering coals and strips of bacon draped over an iron pole and cooked over a pit of charcoal and wood. People walked around eating giant turkey legs that looked like a small smoked club. I’m guessing wild turkeys have been plentiful for awhile. Raspberry iced tea was also a beverage option, which isn’t a flavor pairing that I’d normally put together. But then raspberries always remind me of my grandma’s house and picking the bushes behind the hen house. After making a complete circle around the options, we landed back where we started at the sausage stand. We decided to try a Frenchwurst. Over the years I’ve heard of various wursts - knock, brat and

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kielbasa but never a Frenchwurst. They are a special combination of ground pork, onions and spices made for this event. We made a mess with the mustard and piled onions on top for a moist tender hand-held meal served with plenty of napkins. We were quite good with this new twist on a brat. There was a new twist (or maybe old) on a dessert that we found, that was called stick pie. It literally is a pie crust made on a stick and then filled. The dough was formed around the end of 5 foot long poles that were cooked and then filled with your choice of cherry, peach or lemon. It’s topped off with some whipped cream and you almost have a colonial “Twinkie.” By the time we’d made our circle back, I’m sorry to say that one of the dishes I wanted to try had sold out. That was Crik Fried Potatoes. How can potatoes, onions and peppers surrounded by bacon not be good? This dish is an old camp-food classic. All the goodies are layered between bacon and cooked in foil over a fire. That’s a serious tasty mess.

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Miracle Day in Ft. Branch

To help cancer fighters, Ruby Wilkerson and Amanda Gidcumb, the GSHS Student Council held a chicken dinner at R’z Cafe’ on Sunday, April 15th. Within the first hour, move than 100 dinners were sold, and by the end of the day, over 500 people offered help for these two ladies.

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For 15 years, Sts. Peter and Paul’s has held this annual fundraiser in April to support the church and school. These funds have been used for air conditioning, new windows and other projects, as well as helping a twinned parish in Haiti.

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Chef Don Shearer held a cooking class on April 12th. There was a nice crowd interested in tips and new dishes. This meal featured Flaming Tomato Soup, Texas Tri-tips, Potato Cakes, Roasted Veggies and Bread Pudding with Cappuccino Sauce. Classes are held every few months with different culinary themes.

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Kites Fly High at Lyles Station

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On Saturday, April 21st, Lyles Station hosted a kite flying day for the kids. It was a perfect sunny, spring day and many families took advantage of the opportunity. Lyles Station hopes to make this an annual event.

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This May, Karla’s Ceramics in Owensville an incredible celebrates being in business for 25 years. But Karla amount of Goodman’s love for ceramics started long ago, back ceramic pieces to when she was just 13-years-old. In 1981, a family just awaiting the friend, Janice Pegram, who was like a second mom, finishing took her to ceramic classes in Ft. Branch. That’s when touches. her love for the art began. She has When teaching ceramic classes to the 4-H kids, she thousands of often tells them how she started young and shows molds, where them one of her first pieces, she pours the ceramic to shape. It’s not free an Indian on horseback. form, but all the casting and painting are With encouragement, done here on site. Karla’s never quit she tells them, “If I could creating ceramics since she began, do this as a kid, so can scraping the seams, painting and firing it. you.” “The kilns aren’t like baking something in Before being a small the oven,” Karla explains, “They get over business owner, Karla was 2,000 degrees.” a group leader at Orion, in Of the different aspects of her business, Princeton, and would take her first love has always been ceramics. painted pieces to work. Karla finds the pouring and painting to be People began requesting very relaxing. She enjoys being creative more. The popularity of with the ceramic and flower combination. these unique items grew. It’s different and unique, but physically, it’s Karla and her husband very hard work. Some of the molds weigh Karla Goodman and Pat Campbell were hog farmers, so she up to 100 pounds. started molding and painting in one of the hog barns. For years, Karla taught 4 classes a week but now Then she started teaching classes in her basement. she’s scaled back to just Their country home became a ceramic work station. teaching two classes She was painting and casting in a pole barn for 10 on Monday. But each years. class has over 20 When the current property came up for sale, her people and time just hubby said, “Buy it!” flies once they start. So in 2003, Karla moved to her business home of For the 4-H classes, 25 years, on Hwy. 65 near the Owensville water they need to be at least tower. That’s also when she added flower 10-years-old, but for arrangements and the gift shop. It’s kept her busy pre 4-H, they can be ever since. There are flower arrangements to make younger. Even fourand deliver, gift items to create and stock, as well as year-olds can do it, if Karla’s first piece of art.

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Anthony and Destinee DeJarnett hosted an open house on Friday, April 20th. There was a ribbon cutting with the Chamber of Commerce and food was served. Get Faded offers a salon and music studio in a central location on East State Street, Princeton.

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they can sit still and follow directions. Karla likes being a small shop and not a commercial outlet. They’re a small, friendly, family business that helps others out. Currently, she’s the only one in Gibson county that produces ceramics, but there are other outlets in Vincennes, Illinois and Kentucky. It’s been a creative passion of hers for so many years, ceramics is something Karla loves and won’t ever give up, no matter how many more years she continues the business. But she’s quick to admit that she did it with the help of her parents, Jim and Jeanie Tomey and her One of the gift shop displays. other helper, Kathy Smith.

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On Monday, April 16th, Yamato Japanese Steakhouse opened its doors for business. They are open for lunch and dinner, offering hibachi and bento dining options.

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Bill McCoy and Congressman Patoka native and 2002 PCHS Bucshon (pictured) share a graduate was part of a team of 60 moment at Bill’s retirement journalist and photographers that celebration Saturday, April made an award winning documentary. 21,2018 at Wirth Park in Matt Berry, former intern at the Oakland City. Bill served 48 Princeton Daily Clarion, now works for years with the US Fish & the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette. Their Wildlife Service. His last 28 team partnered with the Cincinnati years were as Manager of the Enquirer and was awarded a Pulitzer Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge in Gibson and Pike prize for local reporting. They chronicled a week in the County Indiana. Bill and conservation partners built the life of local people dealing with the heroin crisis. The Refuge from zero to over 9,000 acres. Job well done. story was called “Seven Days of Heroin.”

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Celebrating 25 Years of Business

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Pediatric Specialties Move to New Home in Haubstadt Jancey Smith

An open house celebrating the new location of Speech Solutions and Childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Play Therapy Team will be Monday, May 18th from 2 - 6:30 p.m. Lori Kramer and Dawn Mabrey are welcoming the community to stop by and visit. In just 60 days, these ladies, with the help of their family and friends, transformed their new building on St. Road 68 in Haubstadt. Once the home of Maximum Fitness, a workout facility, the ladies now have a warm, inviting workspace to help the children in their care. Lori Kramer, from Haubstadt, is the smile behind Speech Solutions. She will tell you that speech therapy covers much more than just articulation (pronouncing letters). It can help with feeding, swallowing and sensory problems Lori Kramer and Dawn Mabrey with food. It involves cognitive skills like memory and retention. This can help children with autism, those whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had concussions or some type of brain injury, as well as teaching problem solving to a child with ADHD. The are many facets to her service. Childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Play Therapy Team is the culmination of years of work for Dawn Mabrey, a board certified pediatric clinical specialist in physical therapy. After working with Rileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital and St. Vincentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Indianapolis, Dawn wanted to work for herself. Since 1990, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been doing just that throughout the southern part of Indiana and Illinois. Dawn provides a variety of physical therapies that can also include aquatic (swimming) and equestrian (horse) options.

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If you’ve watched the news or been on the internet in the last month, you’ve probably heard “Cambridge Analytica”, “Mark Zuckerberg” and “Facebook” more times than you can count. So just what happened? Let’s start from the beginning. In 2014, a psychology professor at Cambridge University’s Psychometrics Center worked with political data firm Cambridge Analytica to create psychographic profiles of Facebook users. Over 270,000 Facebook users were paid $1-2 to download an app they created called “thisisyourdigitallife.” The app promised users fun personality predictions. They were told their information would be used for research purposes. Users would log in to the app with their Facebook account. In the fine print, though, the app requested full access to users’ profiles and their friends’ profiles. You’ve probably seen quizzes on Facebook with catchy titles like “What Animal are You?”, “Who is Your True Soulmate??”, or “What Does your Birth Date Say About You?”. Chances are, the quiz gathered all your responses, then asked you to log in with your Facebook account to reveal the answer. This is never safe, and you should never give anyone you don’t know access to your Facebook account. Over 270,000 thisisyourdigitallife users didn’t know this, though. They willingly gave their information to the app, which was gathered by Cambridge Analytica to build psychological profiles of the app’s users. Even though only 270,000 people used the app, the number of affected people jumps all the way to 87 million or higher when you remember that users gave the app access to their friends’ accounts too. But Cambridge Analytica actually hadn’t violated any rules by gathering all this information. Facebook allowed use of such information for research purposes.

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The problem, then, arose when Cambridge Analytica allegedly sold psychological profiles made from Facebook users’ information to political candidates and advertisers. Now here’s the scary part. No matter how locked down your privacy settings are, if you had even one friend who used this app, you’ve been targeted by advertisements using data from Cambridge Analytica. After tons of political pressure, though, Facebook has finally changed its rules. Before this month, apps could request unbridled access to almost anything. Most people would just hit “accept” and use it anyways without even knowing permissions they were granting. Finally, Facebook is finally aggressively auditing apps requesting users’ information and monitoring where it is going. In fact, to even ask for access to your Facebook information, app developers have to be individually approved by Facebook after a strict screening. If you’d like to see the long, long list of new security measures Facebook has put into place, visit bit.ly/ calibrefb. Now what? Last week, senators from both political parties grilled Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg for everything from silencing right-wing journalism to the vast amounts of user data they collect to not doing enough to end hate speech in Myanmar. Many are calling for stricter regulations for Facebook and other tech companies. Will something actually happen? Will the United States keep social media giants like Facebook from exploiting users’ data for profit? Maybe. We give companies our personal information every day. Yelp knows where we eat, Amazon knows what we buy, your browser knows everything you search for on the Internet, and Facebook and Google know pretty

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much everything else. We can’t expect anything on the Internet to be totally, completely safe. The Internet is growing so fast privacy can’t keep up. Facebook and other social media platforms can only use information you give them. So maybe it’s time to rethink who you give your information to. Think about those useless Facebook quizzes that you eagerly give access to your Facebook account. Or broadcasting where you ate lunch or how you feel about the weather to your Facebook wall for your hundreds and hundreds of friends to see. Even Mark Zuckerberg said he would not feel comfortable sharing what hotel he’s staying in or who he’s messaged this week. So why should we? Try using Facebook less. You’ll be surprised how well you can function without it. There are countless other, much more private, means of communication with your friends. Remember: only data that you put on the Internet can be sold or stolen. YOU control where your identity goes. If you do continue using Facebook amidst its privacy concerns, I suggest visiting Facebook’s Help Center to learn more about your privacy settings in Facebook and what they mean. It’s time to take control of your online identity. Christian Hinojosa is the Director of Service Operations at Calibre Computer Solutions in Princeton. For computer tips, information, and free software tools, check out our website at http://www.calibreforhome.com.

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Years ago there was a song, a catchy little tune, that repeated the phrase, “Walking on sunshine . . . .” Well, Kenny Dewig Meats, located between Owensville and Johnson, is using the power of sunshine. He now has four rows of solar panels to offset the cost of Kenny Dewig and his solar panels electricity for his business. turning sunshine into power When Kenny and his wife, Tammy, were on sent back to the energy company and “stored in your vacation last fall, they ran into Larry Naas (of Naas & account.” This makes up for any “dark” deficits. It also Sons) and the talk turned to solar energy. Larry gave means that your meter can actually run backwards. Kenny the idea and he started researching solar power. Building up a stockpile of energy is very useful for There are all kinds of things to consider, like costs, farmers and other businesses, so they can offset certain space, savings, depreciation, tax credits and insurance. times of the year that cause high consumption rates. For Kenny had some homework to do. the residential homeowner, summer with air conditioning By November, the Dewigs had begun the process of is a high usage time, but for farmers, it’s fall harvest. having solar energy installed to help with the energy With solar power, after a summer of sunshine, there costs of their business. They power five walk-in coolers, should be plenty of power stored up to keep the costs five walk-in freezers, and have a processing room that more efficient. must maintain 58 degrees. When you’re dealing with Kenny believes this could be a good option for many food/meat, you must be constant. That’s why they have businesses. The panels can be placed on roofs or in an a back up generator for summer storms and emergency open field, like he did. He can still plant hay between the power outages. panels. They’re easy to maintain at ground level and Their hope was to save $25,000 a year in energy only need to be washed once a year with Dawn dish costs. After just the second month soap, because the rain does a of having solar power, their electric good job at keeping them clean. bill was half of the previous month The panels are guaranteed for 25 and this was in the winter. It also years by Morton Solar Systems made quite a difference having and also insured, just in case any their fluorescent lights replaced for major wind gusts (or tornadoes) LEDs and new, more efficient fan come into play. motors installed in the coolers and Being a forerunner in energy freezers. conservation isn’t a bad thing. A But what happens during gray little “walking on sunshine” could skies and night time? During sunny be good for us all. days when the solar energy is running at 100%, any excess is Energy efficient lights were installed in the retail shop.

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In late August 1998, students were returning from all tables at a local Mexican restaurant, kind of lost after her over to attend the fall semester at UE. A few days before husband Mark (the late Glenn Quinn) has passed away. classes began, I attended a house party on Roseanne and Dan are both still struggling to pay their Runnymeade Ave., and it was filled with bills, as well as medications. And of friends and students who had not seen course, Aunt Jackie is cooky as ever as a each other since the previous spring. life coach. After a while, a crowded house in The premiere episode seemed a little southern Indiana in late August can get forced and a bit political, on both sides, quite hot. My roommate and myself quickly explaining everyone’s situation, stepped onto the front porch to get some and the divide the family has had in the fresh air, and at the same time we just recent years, like Roseanne and Jackie stared in disbelief at each other. We were having not spoken since election night. directly across the street from the Though once you get past the quick catchRoseanne house. up, the funny starts flying. That in part is From fall 1988 through spring 1997, I helped by comedian writers Wanda Sykes Runnymeade Ave., spent nearly every Tuesday night and Whitney Cummings. Becky is Evansville, Indiana watching Roseanne on ABC. Even though contemplating being a surrogate mother to the show was set in Lanford, IL, it felt like any midWest a rich woman named Andrea (perfectly bringing back the town, with a relatable blue collar family that I could original Becky #2, Sarah Chalke). Darlene has issues definitely identify with. Over 200 episodes in nine with her teenage daughter and young son, having the seasons, you really felt like you got to know the Conner role reversed on her to now be disciplinarian. Roseanne family. We saw Becky, Darlene, and DJ all grow up in is now an Uber driver for extra money, since she has a front of our eyes, and all the trials and tribulations they painful knee. encountered. Needless to say, when ABC announced What I still appreciate about Roseanne is the heart of last spring they were rebooting Roseanne, I was excited the show. Through good, bad, funny, and sad times, the to see where the Conners were and what their life would Conners still love and care about each other. Hearing be like in 2018. The reboot idea came from a skit that the harmonica intro in the opening credits, with the John Goodman (dad, Dan Conner) did on Sarah extended family sitting around the kitchen table, makes Gilbert’s (middle daughter, Darlene Conner) talk show me feel like I’m revisiting a family I’d been out of contact The Talk, where they reprised their roles, and Gilbert is with for the past 20 years. It shows that at the end of the now executive producer of the reboot. day, your family is still your family. What matters is In an era of reboots (The X-Files, Fuller House, Will & returning back to a show that has the heart and soul of Grace, Twin Peaks), the Conners were back as of March what a slice of MidWest life can be like in 2018. Even 27th of this year. Dan is alive, only having died in the though I haven’t lived in southern Indiana in 16 years, book that Roseanne wrote in the 1997 finale. Darlene every Tuesday night I feel like I’m visiting back home. has moved back into the Conner house with her two Roseanne airs Tuesdays at 8/7pm Central on ABC. children, after having lost her job and split with husband David. DJ has been back in Lanford for three months

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Gibson County CASA held a candle lighting ceremony in honor of April being child abuse prevention month. Some of the guest speakers were Judge Meade, Commissioner Bottoms and Jay Riley (pictured above). Program director, Joy Jines, emphasized the need for more volunteers. There are 185 child abuse cases in Gibson County but only 100 have been paired with CASA volunteers.

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The Princeton Lions Club is trying to increase their membership and plan service projects for our community. Getting their stand ready for the fair is a current project. If anyone is interested in joining, call Nora Nixon at 812-385-6941 or Dan James at 812-7686685. The Lions Club is the world’s largest service organization.

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Fire, law enforcement, and rescue personnel came to visit the youngsters at St. Joseph School on April 19th. The kids were fascinated by the equipment and trucks.

Friday, May 11th - Life of the Party (PG13) Melissa McCarthy gets dumped by her husband so goes back to college, only to be in the same class as her daughter. Friday, May 18th - Book Club (PG13) - Four lifelong friends, played by Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen and Mary Sternburgen, make outrageous choices after reading 50 Shades of Grey. Friday, May 18th - Deadpool 2 (R) - Ryan Reynolds brings back his anti-superhero role based on a Marvel Comics character, that is quite a character. Friday, May 25th - Solo: A Star Wars Story This spin off follows the escapades of Han Solo and Chewbacca when they meet the notorious gamblers, Lando Calrissian. Directed by Ron Howard.

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JUDGE JEFFREY F. MEADE, known for his “ratcheting” approach to sentencing, was first elected Gibson Circuit Court Judge in 2006, was re-elected in 2012, and is now seeking his 3rd term. Meade’s background, knowledge, experience, training, temperament, commitment, and dedication qualify him to continue serving as Gibson Circuit Court Judge.

JEFFREY F. MEADE WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT IN RE-ELECTING HIM YOUR CANDIDATE AS JUDGE OF THE GIBSON CIRCUIT COURT. FAMILY ROOTS x Born & raised in Gibson County x Ancestors 3rd family to settle in county x Custodian of his 3 daughters EDUCATION x Princeton Community High School, 1984 x University of Evansville, 1996, Civil Eng. x SIUC, 1999 Doctor of Jurisprudence EMPLOYMENT x Continued to work on family farm, 1991 x Oilfield pumper x Carpenter x Civil Engineer – Koester Contracting x Hydraulic Engineer – DNR PRACTICING LAWYER x Civil Law, Gibson & adjoining counties x Criminal Law, Gibson & adj. counties x Deputy Prosecutor: Gibson, Vanderburgh x Criminal Jury Trials o Participated in & tried more criminal jury trials than any other attorney in Gibson Co 2003-2006

JUDICIAL EXPERIENCE x Has presided over murder, child molestation, rape, drug, and various civil trials, 2006-present x As Juvenile Judge, Jeff assures children in need of social services live in safe home environments and that other juveniles gain the most beneficial rehabilitation. x Provides 24/7 on-call services for search warrants and civil commitments – 15 years Updated Circuit with the latest video x Oversaw CircuitCourt Court video technology which drastically reduced the technology installation to reduce transportation of inmatesfrom fromthe thejail jail inmate transportation x Uses cellular technology for warrants and civil commitments to be reviewed in minutes x Utilizes a very strict approach to probation violations, a ratcheting method of sentencing for repeat offenders. x Speaks with students regarding school safety and consequences for actions.

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Motorcycle Dealerships of Gibson County Story by Jeff Minnis

This month’s article is in memory of my father Jim Minnis. Dad would have been 76 on May 18th. My father was a walking encyclopedia when it came to motorcycles. There was not a make or model that he did not know about and he could tell you everything about each one, going into great detail about every one of them. It’s hard telling how many motorcycles that he owned over the years and I’m pretty sure Dad taught most of the kids growing up in the ‘60’s and ‘70’s in Princeton how to ride a mini bike! In the ‘60’s, Dad sold BMW, Suzuki & Ducati out of my grandfather’s Gulf station in Oakland City. Growing up, I never saw a car in our garage because it was always full of used motorcycles Dad had for sale, there was not a motorcycle ever made that dad couldn’t work on! In the summer when I was out of school, I would get up every morning and ride each bike up to Pizza Village’s parking lot and put for sale signs on them. Dad and Eugene Willis were best of friends and Eugene let us use his lot to display the bikes. Dad never met a stranger and was a natural born salesman. It really didn’t matter what Dad had for sale, if he had it he could sell it and make a make a little money. It’s kind of surprising at the lack of motorcycle dealerships in Gibson County through the years. In the ‘70’s, dirt bikes were the big thing and with the newly opened Patoka Raceway, it spawned several bike shops to open up in the county. Patoka Raceway opened in the summer of 1971, and by 1972, they had more AMA sanctioned races than any other track in the nation. A young Richard Kolb quickly became addicted to the sport and in his senior year through the DECA program at the high school, he opened up Kolb

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Sales and Service on East Broadway beside the Post Office. Richard sold Steen, Kawasaki and Rupp to support his racing habit. Around this time, Princeton Cycle Sales and Service was selling Hodaka. Gary’s Cycle, owned by Gary and his father Warren Hurst, were selling CZ, Jawa and Carabela mopeds. On the East side of the county in Oakhill, Gary Fritz owned Ace’s Cycle, selling Moto Guzzi, Norton, Ossa and Jawa speedway bikes. On the south side of the county in Ft. Branch, was Koberstein’s selling a variety of makes from Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Gemini. The first motorcycle dealership in Gibson County opened their doors in 1914, named “Princeton Novelty Works” located at 215 W. Broadway. E. R. Gieselman took on the Harley Davidson franchise, along with selling Harleys he also sold a variety of brands of bicycles and Union gasoline. In 1916, Princeton Novelty Works advertised motorcycles at $35.00 and up, as well as bicycles for $4.00 and up. Gas was sold for 22 cents a gallon. Mr Gieselman was in business at this location until 1931. At that time, he discontinued selling Harleys and focused on bicycles at his new location - 235 N. Hart St. Jim fiddling with his cycle, a which lasted until 1949. favorite pastime.

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Those words were a song title, in 1972, by the Moody Blues, but they nevertheless apply to Randy Scales of Princeton. He and the band Descent go back before then. Almost fifty years ago Randy uttered the words, “If you want a decent rock and roll band, call Descent.” This local classic rock and roll band was a group of garage band musicians that started playing when they began high school in 1970. The original band consisted of Mark Cultice on lead guitar, Dennis Smith was lead singer, Richard Norrick played drums, Gary Powers was on bass, while Randy Scales played rhythm guitar and later took on lead vocals. Throughout high school, they played at small local places like the theater and Youth Center, that were considered hot spots in their day. After graduation, the band members went their separate ways, however Randy’s passion for music didn’t diminish. Randy Scales got his first guitar and matching amp when he was 13-years-old for $80, an outrageous price at the time. It’s still a keepsake that has been passed to his grandson, Donavon, who plays lead guitar now.

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Randy spent a very limited amount of time taking guitar lessons at Muncy’s Music store and then moved on to his “idea” of music - rock and roll. This was the time when the Beatles and Rolling Stones were living large and influencing the music culture. One of the first songs Randy mastered was “Gloria” all three cords with an easy, steady rhythm. After his high school years, Randy was a part of the band “Black Stone,” where he met Lary Caddell. They moved up to playing in clubs, schools and private parties. The next band he played with was a high energy rock band named “Hooter,” who offered AC/DC style music. This was in 1980 and Kramer’s Lake was the place to be. They were booked there as the house band, playing monthly with a huge show on New Year’s Eve. “We played at the Coliseum in Evansville, but the biggest crowd I’ve ever performed for was at Kramer’s Lake that New Year’s. There were around 5,000 people

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For Bobby and Rachel Segal, smallcoach, Bobby spent time with a number town life is a valuable asset for not of collegiate and professional clubs only personal but also professional across the state, including the Indiana growth. Hoosiers, Butler Bulldogs, Gary While Bobby was born and raised in Southshore Railcats, Terre Haute Rex, Indianapolis, Rachel is a native of and his current position with the Gibson County, growing up in the Evansville Otters. Wherever Bobby Francisco/Oakland City area. She went, success followed, as he was part sprang from her academic roots as a of league championship teams in 2013, high school salutatorian to receive an 2015 and 2016. endowment from Eli Lilly leading to the As small business owners, both see Indiana University School of Dentistry Gibson County as an important aspect and her current practice, located in of their lives, providing a good school Princeton. system for their children. Asher and Bobby and Rachel Segal with Dentistry has been a long-term Lillian, who at two and seven months, children Lillian and Asher. dream career for Rachel, who saw respectively, still have a bit of time herself as a dentist as early as eight-years old. before having to pack their lunch boxes. “[I thought]…how cool and easy it is that this guy “The value of living in a small community is that there comes in and counts my teeth and says ‘see you in six seems to be no such thing as a stranger,” Bobby says months!’ said Rachel. “Plus he gets to work…wearing of his choice to settle in Gibson County. “People his pajamas!” always seem to want to help…and are interested in Bobby had a slightly different path, playing baseball your goals.” at IU, receiving an academic All-Big Ten selection Currently, Bobby’s goals are two-fold as he divides during his time at the school. The pair met each other his time between the Evansville Otters and the while attending IU, but according to Bobby, romance business he shares with Rachel, a dental practice didn’t bloom right away in Bloomington, as they were purchased from Dr. John Austin in 2014. mostly just friends while on campus. Part of the benefit for the Segals to live and work in Besides Rachel, Bobby’s passion has always been Gibson County lies in not only the convenience, but baseball, and although it didn’t lead to a storied career also in the ability to give back to the place they live, in the big leagues, he’s created a solid niche where community is more than just a nine-letter word. professionally as a coach. “[In a small town]…everyone looks out for everyone, During his time as a manager, hitting and third base people are truly genuine…and honestly care about you

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and your family,” said Rachel. So far, things are only looking up for the Segals. The growth of Rachel’s practice and Bobby’s tenure with the Otters, affords them the gift of a good work/life balance. He feels the benefits from the Otters passionate ownership and solid fan support. When it comes to advice for other small town residents, both believe that passion and perseverance are key to being successful. “You are the only person who knows what makes you tick,’” said Bobby. “No matter what you are passionate about, continue to educate yourself and grow in your specific area.” Rachel adds, “Keep your eyes on the prize. I tell my young patients all the time at the office that ‘the juice is worth the squeeze’ because perseverance is key to being successful.” Whether it’s country living with wide-open spaces and family activities, or a solid foundation with an emphasis on and access to good educational opportunities for their children, the Segals are happy to call Gibson County home, and they serve as a true example of small-town living done right.

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In a small town, what does riding the fire truck mean? It tells the town you’ve done something BIG!! On a chilly Saturday afternoon in April, NCAA champion, Jackie Young returned home after Notre Dame won the Women’s NCAA tournament. The county was behind the Lady Irish and one very talented “Kid from Princeton.”

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that night,” Randy recalled. “We had a fog machine and flash pots spewing fire 10-feet-high on both sides of the stage. It was great!” Randy recalled with a twinkle in his eye. In the music business, “great” and any particular band only last so long. Longevity is rare. When Hooters wanted to move on and get bigger, like traveling on the road, Randy declined. He has always been a family man with a business to manage. His focus has been God, family, and job (work or music) in that order. Playing music takes quite a bit of time. There are rehearsals and even when a “gig” is booked, there’s travel time both to and from, as well as set up and tear down time and the performance itself. That can be hard on a family man with a steady job, so playing for personal enjoyment and at church, was how Randy continued his love of music. In 2004, Randy received a call from Mark Cultice, the original lead guitarist, that he’d be making it back to Princeton. So a Descent reunion was planned for the 4th of July at Danny’s. The old group and other music friends jammed the night away. This led to the resurrection of a new Descent. Even though some members have come and gone with the flow of life, like Brett Holland who

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Princeton Public Library is excited that spring is here and we have many exciting programs coming up for you! Reminder, that beginning Sunday, May 6, the library will be closed on Sundays through the end of July. Also, we will be closed on Monday, May 28, for Memorial Day. Time to mark your calendars for the Summer Reading Program Kick Off that will be on Monday, June 4. From 1-3pm, there will be a party in the Youth Room with face painting, crafts, snacks, and a selfie station. Also, at 1pm, there will be a program for adults- Pollinators! Presented by the Green Thumb Garden Club. At 5:30 pm, there will be a local history program presented by Bonnie Johnson. She will take you on a historical walk to the square and talk about all of the monuments. June 4 will be a fun day of programs; pick up your reading logs and sign up for programs. May Special Programs: May 5: Knitting Club, 9am-noon. Free and open to all ages and skill levels, no pre-registration required. It meets the first Saturday of every month. May 7: Free Family Movie Night, 6pm.

Monthly Book Club Meets

Crimson Quill book club, who’s motto is, “So many books, so little time”, has 12 members and was started by Emily Phillips back in 2010. Their April meeting was at Susan Bobe’s Pizza.

From left: Jennifer McKay, Pam Wade, Celeste Walker, Emily Burris and Nora Nixon.

By Shannon Linsday

May 10 & 11: Friends of the Library Book Sale, 9am4pm. All genres available, this will be a HUGE sale! Buy a bag & fill it for $5 or a box for $10. May 17: Crocheting Club, 6-8pm. Free and open to all ages and skill levels, no pre-registration required. It meets the third Thursday of every month. May 21: Genealogy Program presented by Bonnie Johnson, 2pm & 6pm. How to Find the Elusive Death Date when doing Genealogy research! May 24: What Would Jane Austen Read? 6pm. New book club for all ages. What books would Jane Austen find interesting in today’s day and age? Meets the fourth Thursday of every month. May 28: Closed for Memorial Day May 31: Adult/Youth Movie Night, 5:30pm. Dunkirk, Rated PG-13. For ages 13+. Free popcorn and water will be served. The Summer Reading Program Calendar will be available to pick up at the library beginning on Monday, May 14. We have an exciting summer planned for you! We hope to see you soon at your Princeton Public Library!

Library Replica Creator

Landon McCraw, a 2nd grader at North Gibson, made this replica of the Princeton Public Library.

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Annual Taste of Soup Event

The Oakland City fire station hosted the annual Taste of Soup on Sunday, April 8th. This was a fundraiser for the Oakland City library. There was a large turn out and more than a dozen organizations competed for bragging rights. The winner was Good Shepherd United Methodist Church. They served Corn Chowder made with Gibson County corn raised by Don Pflug.

The Circus Came to Oakland City

Culpepper & Merriweather presented two shows on Sunday. They made a stop in Ft. Branch on Friday night.

The Oakland City Lions Club sponsored a circus on Sunday, April 22nd. The parking lot was full and so were the grandstands for the event. There were clowns, big cats, magic tricks and fun for all ages. Photos Jancey Smith

Carolyn Spitler, Linda Richeson and Jonna Issaacs (right) represented the winning organization.

Wood Memorial Culinary students Kylie Batey and Alexa Willis made chicken and noodles for the event. Their instructor is Beth Shuler. Photos Jancey Smith

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An Artist Profile Clay Fortner

Broadway Players Present Kiss The Bride

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Directed by Logan Vickers, Kiss The Bride, was a comedy put on by the Broadway Players in early April. Many patrons reported it was one of the best plays performed to date and extremely funny.

Clay Fortner is another treasure from Gibson County that is golden. After years of crafting tools, he now crafts beautiful paintings and shares his talent. Here is Clay’s story, in his own words. Tell us about yourself. Your career, and what matters to you. I spent nine years in the Army during the 1960’s. My last job was 27 years with Snap-On Tools, Corp. I ran CNC Machinery and made ratchets and retired in 2003. I have some hobbies that include woodworking, fishing, and art. Above all I am a Christian and try to put God first in all things. #2. When did you become interested in art? After retiring, I asked the Lord to give me something to do that I could be compulsive about. Didn’t know it was paintings at first. My sister, Charlotte Reed, has been an artist for many years. She and I started painting with the Seniors in 2004. After a year or so I realized this is what God gave me to do. When did you realize you had a knack for it? Didn’t know. But when I painted a fish scene on an old Army footlocker and it looked pretty good, that was the beginning. I was still working then. Did you ever take lessons? Susie Turpin teaches Art at the Senior Center in Princeton. I have participated in art sessions and have done extensive self-study, using books, DVD’s, and the computer. What inspires you? I love painting landscapes, seascapes, animals, birds and flowers. I also do a few portraits. What draws you to certain subjects? It differs. Usually, I see something that appeals to me. I enjoy photography and many paintings come from that. A wise instructor once said: “Don’t paint what you see with your natural eye, but paint what you see with your artist’s eye.” Continued page 40

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An Artist Profile - Clay Fortner

How do you choose the colors you use? Some colors are dictated by the subject. What colors are dominate in the painting helps me to select the compliment colors and near compliment. Contrast and value are also important. What type of medium is your favorite? I started painting with oil and in time the odors became offensive to me. I switched to acrylic which I like very much. Did someone in your past or present inspire you? Yes, my sister Charlotte Reed and Susie Turpin, an Art Teacher at the Senior Center. Tell us about the Art classes at the Senior Center here in Princeton. I have been going since 2004, and believe we can learn from each other. Mostly, I still go because I enjoy the fellowship.

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Have you ever been in an art show or had your art on display? I am a member of the Gibson County Art Guild and we displayed April 3rd, 2018. And yes, I have been in many art exhibits, in the Hoosier Salon, both in New Harmony and Indianapolis. I was accepted once in the annual state exhibit at Indianapolis and received a purchase award. I have exhibited with the Arts Council of Southern Indiana at Angel Mounds and with the Newburgh Art Group. I display at River Oaks annually. Have you sold anything or given paintings as gifts? Both. I have sold as many as 15 paintings in a year and have given many paintings as gifts to family and friends. My work is in homes across several states. I paint Christian paintings. One titled “In His Hands” hangs in the Gospel Ministry Church in Francisco in the Activity Room. As you can read, retirement can lead to hidden talents and new beautiful projects. Here’s to hoping we can all have the same luck as Clay in finding our special gift.

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