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Jancey Smith and friends Contact us - by mail at 427 N. Hart St., Princeton, IN 47670 copyright 2022 Small Town Living in Gibson County assumes no responsibility for guest writers or submitted material. Signed articles are the opinion of the columnist and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. by email at bysmalltownlivinggibsoncounty.comjancey@phoneat-812-664-1082 Brought to you bySmall Town Living September 2022 Page 1 InsideBehind the Scenes - pg. 2 Local Events - pg. 16-17 As the Vets Says - pg. 32 Backyard Birds - pg. 22 Picturing the Past - pg. 25 Cooking Corner - pg. 36 and much, much more!! Shane Minton Financial Advisor 100 S. Hull Street Ft. Branch, IN 47648 t: 812-753-3893 c: 812-403-0004 www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC Welcome back toin Gibson CountySmall Town Living The kids are back in school and the end of summer is coming near. With that, just a little more backyard grill and barbecue are in store. This seemed the perfect time to tell you a story about a local pitmaster and food truck owner. If the cover doesn’t catch your eye, read the Behind the Scenes feature and get the scoop on the food. Be sure to check out “What’s Happening”. There’s plenty of things going on in the county. There’s also the story of a couple of ladies that developed a business from using spare goat milk. Who would’ve thought? Take a minute, grab something cold, and see what’s going on with the local folks. And be sure to Shop Small.
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Many folks are into grilling in the backyard. They basically enjoy a picnic with meat cooked outdoors, over flames and/or charcoal. Others however, are into the art of smoking meat, creating sauces, and expanding their culinary skills.
Winning the famous Memphis in May competition is what’s very notable. Mike was a three-time World Champion and four-time Grand Champion at “Memphis in May”, which is considered the Super Bowl of BBQ. He opened two nationally recognized barbecue restaurants, (Brent worked at one location) and was inducted into the
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The master behind Pappa Bear’s Catering is one who falls into the latter category.Brent Weatherwax, a Bosse high school graduate, is one of the latter. After going to Southern Illinois University for college, So who is Mike Mills and what’s special about a barbecue restaurant in the middle of southern Illinois?
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doesPappaweddings.notablyandandressedSt.shamrocksgreendecoratedhaveTheseoccasion.pigsbeeninandforPat’sday,upforEMSpartymostforBear’sanaverage of two or three of these a month, or After years of work, saving and planning, Brent launched Pappa Bear’s food truck in May of 2020, in the parking lot of Dewig Meats in Haubstadt. One side has windows that are near the grill and serving station and the other window opens to display the whole hog during events. This mobility allows Town Se
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In 2017 opportunity came knocking. Brent and his culinary skills partnered with Dewig Meats to launch Pappa Bear’s Catering. Brent had the ability to combine his cooking and their food as another source of revenue and dining option. There are various catering options to chose from –buffet style where diners help themselves, plate service, or it can be pre-made boxed lunches for company employees. They’ve done a variety of events, such as corporate events, weddings, business lunches, birthdays, anniversaries, and class reunions. One of their largest events was for 3,000 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. The catering menu highlights Brent’s flare for smoking by offering pork chops, ribs, pulled pork and items like brisket. When you combine that with some homemade sides it makes the meal complete. Pappa Bear’s is very open to helping with specific menu requests and is happy to tailor the sides for vegetarians, those with gluten problems or other concerns. But when it comes to desserts, that’s another thing. They team up with other local vendors for desserts. Brent grinned and said, “I don’t do cupcakes. Baking sweets is not my thing.”However, the star of many of Pappa Bear’s catering events are the whole hogs. These bad boys take 17-18 hours to cook and are decorated for the continued
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various competitions, and restaurants. One of those memorable moments was preparing ribs for Chef Michael Simon for the TV show “The Best Thing I Ever Ate”. Those are some of the skills and experience that Brent brings to his cooking. When Brent came back home after his college and BBQ experience, he became a cutter at Dewig Meats. Brent said that he wanted to learn the behind the scenes of meat, in how you can style the cut for what you want, and the process of what happens before it comes to the consumer for use.
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Unlike the Texas style brisket that cooks long, low and slow, pit beef is cooked quicker and is not as welldone, but is very tender.
Pappa Bear’s to travel the area and bring unusual smoked goodies to many folks. The food truck frequents Farm 57 in Evansville, Gibson County Fair and their Food Truck Tuesdays, and Myriad Brewery in Evansville. They are based in Haubstadt but travel all over the area, from Henderson, Kentucky, to Mt. Carmel, Illinois, and Poseyville, and have even made a trip to Indy. When traveling during seasonal events, Brent and crew often have a little fun with the menu. During Mardi Gras the truck offered Cajun food and fish tacos during Lent. For St. Pat’s Day shepherd’s pie was on the menu and during Oktoberfest of course there were brats, sauerkraut and other German Goodies. While at farmer’s markets, Brent and his crew have been known to do a little local shopping and play with some dishes. It keeps it interesting and fun. Brent also been know to make his own corned beef and pastrami for such occasions. When Pappa Bear’s traveled to the Blues continued
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SouthernBeingbitfavoritessomecollectiontruckmenuThebites.standardonthefoodisaofofBrent’swithaofatwist.fromIndiana with a large German influence, they offer pulled pork (their most popular item), German bologna and pork chop sandwiches. The twist on the bologna sandwich is the Angry German. It’s German bologna, with pepper jack cheese, jalapeños and topped with a fried egg. Brent also named one sandwich after his grandpa - The Old George. It’s Baltimore pit beef that’s smoked and shaved sirloin with onions and special made horseradish. Baltimore pit beef is a regional specialty not found often in Indiana.
Another interesting item that’s somewhat new to the food truck menu is the Big Texan hot link. It’s a big spicy 1/3 pound all beef sausage topped with pulled pork and pimento cheese can be added for a little extra. Pappa Bear’s starters on the food truck have a bit of a twist also. There’s BBQ nachos that are made Brent’s family: Luke, wife Kathy, Kylie & Will The Old George, pit beef at its best S 500 W 47665 Phone: 812-568-9205
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Behind the Scenes skill to handle those very large parcels of meat, especially the whole hogs which are key in the catering business.Asfar as future plans, Brent says his “focus is on making good food and having fun”. He’s always learning and trying new things. Courtney Marx, who is Brent’s right hand in keeping everything organized said, “Every day is new and different, which keeps it fun and interesting.” We can expect continued good food, new dishes and even maybe a new generation of food truck workers. Courtney explained that both her kids and Brent’s love helping. While waiting for that new generation to get a little older, Brent is hoping to attend a catering convention in Florida and make another trip to Memphis in May. It should be a fun ride to watch. If you’d like to try some of Pappa Bear’s food, follow their Facebook page or stop in at the fairgrounds for Food Truck Tuesday on September 27th. They will also have a website up and running soon - pappabearscatering.com. pork rinds BBQ Nacho table Nick Burns County Commissioner
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with baked beans instead of refried, which work very well, and some of Brent’s homemade chili, which is hearty and very flavorful. Both catering and the food truck are somewhat seasonal. May and June are filled with weddings and graduation parties. The summer offers opportunities at businesses and breweries looking to expand their clients, but the season really ramps up in September and October with fall weddings and festivals. After that, the race is on through the rest of the year with holiday events for businesses as well as families.
So how did Brent come up with the name Pappa Bear’s? He laughed and said it was a college story. Some of his roommates gave him that nickname from a character on the TV show on Nickelodeon called “Bear in the Big Blue House” that began in 1997. The comparison to a big cuddly bear was cute because Brent isn’t short and skinny.
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idea when for Mother’s Day in 2020, Amy’s husband ordered supplies for her to keep busy during the covid lock down. She and Jessica got together and started making soap. They started with just three scents and colors. By using an assortment of natural essential oils they have now developed a variety of colors and scents. When the ladies put their product on Facebook and began doing porch pick ups, the word spread. The ladies developed their own recipe book, complete with notes for each batch to perfect their craft. It’s quite a science, just like baking, it is based on scientific reactions. It’s a balance between lye, milk and oils with very exact measurements and temperatures.
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For right now, it’s a good side gig that keeps them busy enough. It gives the ladies a creative outlet but not too stressful and they want to keep that balance. At some point they may do demonstrations, which would be fun and interesting, but we’ll have to see what time and the future allow. is poured into the molds it’s like a thick pudding and must set for 24 hours. The bars are then cut one at a time for the wavy appearance. Then the soap must set for four weeks to cure to ensure quality. Different properties produce different types of soaps. To create more lather and to be a cleansing soap, coconut oil is used. If they’re aiming at a gentle soap that would good for dry skin, olive oil is naturalcollectionWithused.aof essential oils Amy and Jessica have developed scented soaps for the seasons. In the spring, lemon poppy seed is popular. During fall, they offer fall autumn caramel, cocoa mint, and pumpkin pie spice. For Christmas the ladies developed peppermint candy cane, Oh Holy Night, Christmas Tree, and the Christmas Cookie which was very popular during the holidays. Some of their newly developed varieties are coffee, snickers and maple. The ladies have begun marketing their soaps beyond just Facebook and vendor fairs. Orders can be placed from their website and shipped throughout the states or can be purchased at such local retailers as Mae’s Market, Dewig Meats, L&B Boutique, and Murphy’s Chiropractic. They have also been working on developing new products. One of the most recent is laundry soap. It is all natural with shavings of soap in the detergent. They’ve also developed a lip balm. Coming next they hope to work on detergent for the dishwasher and bath bombs. Their products are all natural and use items like local honey, and ground oats. Amy even grew pumpkins and then pureed them. Part of their plan was to be more self
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Left: Stain remover stick, laundry detergent and pet soap all made from goats milk. Hand cutting soap bars Soap bars curing on the racks.
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For a change, it was perfect weather the weekend of the annual Lions Club Sweet Corn Festival. New this year was the rock climbing wall and the parade was held on Saturday instead of Thursday. Also three different bands took the stage - Descent, Black Stone and Just Us 4. The chicken and pork chop dinners were such a hit that by Friday night they’d sold out of food and bags of sweet corn. The Lions Club was busy restocking before the parade Saturday morning. The teachers from East Gibson walked the parade, handed out candy & waved to their students.
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Jeff Lankford competed at the 74th National Championship Appaloosa Horse Show in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Jeff was National Champion in Amateur Barrels and National Champion in Amateur Pole bending on his horse Slide Me A Whiz.Jeff also was 3rd in Open Barrels and 9th on Open Pole Bending on his horse Power Sign Jac. He is looking forward for the Appaloosa ChampionshipWorldshow in Ft. Worth, Texas in the fall. It will be Lankford’s 48th consecutive Appaloosa World show.
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Last year’s Watermelon Festival parade may have been wet, but this one was toasty hot. Crowds lined the streets for candy and then took a break in the shade by the library.
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St. James Summer Social Highlights Small Town LivingSeptember 2022Page 20 Many patrons enjoyed bingo in the air conditioning.Photos:Jancey Smith Maddox and Saylor Beuligmann played the children games and picked out some candy.
The first Sunday of August is the annual St. James Summer Social. It was a hot one this year. Thankfully they had plenty of fans and shade cloth for patrons. This year there was a particularly big turnout for carryout dinners. The traditional burgoo was for sale and there were many games, raffles, auctions and food items for sale to raise money for the church. welcomed patrons
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Remember! Reduce, Reuse, Recycle If anyone would like to be included or make a donation, the email for Gibson County’s Relay for Life team is rfl.gcluminaries@gmail.com. They are in need of canned goods to weigh down the luminary bags for the event. These will then be donated to local food pantries, so please email them if you can help. Their goal is to reach $30,000 in donations from Gibson County. They’ve always received great support from our community and they hope that will continue.
hasGreetingshttp://www.gibsoncountysolidwaste.comORGibsonCounty!NowthatschoolstartedandAutumnisuponus, Household Hazardous Waste Day sponsored with Toyota is here! Saturday, September 10 from 8:00am to Noon at the Toyota Family Medical Center on South Maple Tree Drive in Princeton.Itemsaccepted are medications/sharps, all batteries, paint, oil, grease, household chemicals and pesticides, adhesives, sealers, fluorescent light bulbs, electronics (there is a limit of 3 for televisions), residential propane tanks, and regular recyclables.
All Solid Waste stations normally open on Saturdays will still be open their normal hours during this event.
Condensed Schedule of Events3 pm - Registration 4 pm - Opening Ceremonies & Dunking booth begins 4:30 pm - Painted Rock Scavenger Hunt (ages 5-12) 5 pm - Poker Walk & Theme Lap “Making Memories” 6 pm - Survivor recognition & Rodney Watts 7 pm - T-shirt contest for kids and adults 7:30 pm - Game of Heads & Tails 8 pm - Luminary Ceremony 9 pm - Glow Lap
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In a movie, Clint Eastwood once said of the Marines, “We improvise, adapt and overcome.” Since 2020, that can be said of many people, businesses, and organizations. This year’s Gibson County’s Relay for Life is no exception to that quote. Fundraising activities and opportunities have been more limited since Covid hit, but the need for cancer research has not gone away.
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As a way to adapt, the annual Relay for Life Walk will be at Lafayette Park, for an evening of family activities on Saturday, September 10th. During Covid they lined the Tiger Walking Trail with luminaries in tribute to those that have had cancer. It was a touching site. They will do that again this year at 8 p.m. The theme is Knock Cancer out of theThePark.event will be in the west part of the park near the gazebo for relay groups and the public to enjoy fun and fundraising activities starting at 4 p.m until 10 p.m. this year. It will be a shorter event but with more activities. The group has gotten creative and some of the new events are a dunking booth with some notable law enforcement volunteers – Tim Gaines, Bruce Vanoven, Jay Riley and Tim Speedy. It’ll be fun to watch them take a dip. There will be cake walks from 4:30 - 7:30 on the hour for fun and a painted rock challenge for kids so that with points they win prizes. They will also have their first ever poker walk. As a highlight, Rodney Watts will be playing music at 6 p.m. during the survivors’ lap recognizing their number of years as a survivor. Rodney has been great about supporting our veterans and entertaining folks around the county. It would be good for the community to show some support for him.
Klinker’s food truck will be on hand for the event from 4-8 pm.
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Backyard Birds - Where in the World Are We?
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In our backyards this year, we’ve had a hot summer, a rainy summer and suddenly a cooler, less humid summer. Before we know it, fall will be sneaking up on our backyards. Fall brings us many signals of its arrival such as the warm arid days and sunny blue skies. Crickets returning with their distinctive chirping sounds. Grasshoppers hopping ahead of us as we walk across our lawns with little wisps of dust that kick up from our shoes. The weeds along the county roads will be browning on their edges, going to seed and leaning over due to their height. The occasional light frost will trigger the tree leaves into turning their shades of autumn. The wonderful distinctive colors of bright yellows, amber, russet, reds, burgundy and chestnut brown will begin gently falling. Soon those leaves will be coloring the ground with a rustling litter wind blown leaves. There is something about chilly fall mornings and the warm afternoons with wiener roast fires, bales of straw, hayrides, friends and good times.
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While fall is my favorite time of year, it also brings an emptiness to our backyard. With all the beauty of the weather, the trees in all their glory and the smell of a campfire, the quiet in the air on those fall days is nearly deafening. It’s the roar of the quiet that has an empty sadness when our lawns used to be so lively and jumping. The Robins have left, the Purple Martins have begun migrating. The Tree Swallows have done their jobs and the bluebirds have raised their young. The normal lively sounds from our backyard are absent. All the birds took on the task of raising a family and made the best of it. They raised their young and fledged their babies. They found just the right branch or nest box to build their nest and hatch their eggs. Working hard they selected just the right nest-building materials and placed each piece of grass, moss, twigs or animal hair carefully in just the right spot. After incubating the eggs a few weeks along came the baby chicks with hungry tummies. The search for food began and never ends until the solo flight is made. When it comes to those that used nest housing, it is now time to take the housing down, clean it out and put it away for the winter. The housing has served its purpose by keeping the nest dry, protecting the eggs from predation and giving the babies a safe warm place to be fed. At this time we start turning our thoughts to spring because after a long winter it will again be “That Time of Year”. County of A $5,000 Energy Foundation grant was awarded to the Gibson County ManagementEmergency Agency. The funds used to Energy Foundation
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Some of my plants, like geraniums, are still blooming when the temperature begins to dip. If they look healthy and pest free, I repot them if necessary and let them over-winter in an upstairs west window. Many times, they go through the next summer still beautiful and Thenblooming!there are all the garden “cuties” we love to put among our plants! They all get a good cleaning and are stored inside. Heavier items get moved to a more sheltered outdoor space. I am a rock- hound and have so many in my gardens from my husband’s family farm. But there is no moving those big guys, and anyway they are made to withstand the elements, but protect what you can. Every person has things to do unique to their situation, so your list could be much longer or shorter than mine. I rest easier knowing I have done my best to protect my garden and porch items. Everything is getting more expensive so putting in the extra time to care for your tools and garden items saves money. I go by that old adage, “Use it up, wear it out, make it do, do without!”
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All my tools get an inspection and are cleaned before storing. There is a great method to clean, sharpen, and remove rust from tools using sand and mineral oil in a bucket. Just google it! My porch furniture is under roof, but I clean and bring in my pillows and chair pads. Nothing ages them faster than sun, water, and extreme weather.
Is it really September? What happened to June, July, and August? It always goes so fast and then we stand at the beginning of September and realize fall is nearly upon us and there are things to be done to prepare for winter. It will be here before we know it! I love a good clean up, tidying the yard, moving some plants around, going after still more weeds that always look healthy no matter what the weather! It is time for my checklist!Whenmy hubby passed in the very late fall five years ago the last thing on my mind was the yard.
Because I did not “winterize” I had more to do in the spring, so I started a checklist. I have always been a pencil and paper girl, yes, old fashioned so you know I am no kid. I feel better knowing that all is in order before the first freezing rain and snow. I wrote the checklist then transferred it to my computer and saved it; this way I can print it out and make notes. I save that page, at least until next spring, so I can see what I wrote to remind me of things I did and what I want to do or plant in theHerespring.isa sampling of some things on my checklist; unhook all hoses and the one on a portable reel goes inside. Removed the spray ends from all hoses and then lay them out to dry a few days before storing them. I purchased inexpensive covers for my outdoor faucets and got them in place. Now clean and turn over the birdbath so it won’t freeze and crack.
Gardening Goodies Philodendron (Philo) Small Town LivingSeptember 2022Page 24
Water - Water your philo when the top inch of soil drys out between waterings. The length of your index finger to the first knuckle is about an inch, so inserting your finger into the soil is a good way to check the soil’s moisture level. Droopy leaves can mean that the plant is getting to much or not enough water.
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Fertilizer - Fertilize your philo using a good allpurpose fertilizer. Follow the directions on the container and fertilize your philo every other week, in place of the (Gibson County, Indiana) The 2023 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application is now available in Gibson County through the Gibson County Community Foundation. The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP) will provide 143 scholarships statewide and one scholarship in Gibson County. LECSP scholarships may be used for otherwise unreimbursed full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of up to $900 per year. The special allocation may cover the costs for required books and required equipment for four years of undergraduate study on a full-time basis leading to a baccalaureate degree at any eligible Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university.Theprogram, administered statewide by Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) and locally in Gibson County through the Gibson County Community Foundation, is open to all Indiana residents who: 1. Graduate from an accredited Indiana high school by 2023 and receive their diploma no later than June 30, 2023;2. Intend to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study at an eligible college or university in Indiana; and3. Meet the criteria specific to their local community foundation.Students can learn more about the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship in Gibson County and apply for this scholarship by visiting. Applications must be completed and submitted by Tuesday, September 6, 2022, before midnight, to be considered. Applications will be evaluated on, but not limited to, the following criteria: GPA, school activities and work experience, community service and volunteer activities, personal statement/unusual circumstances, impromptu essay, and interview. Three finalists will be nominated by the Gibson County Community Foundation, and their names will be submitted to ICI for final selection of the recipients. Scholarship recipients will be notified in December.
usual watering. Begin fertilizing your philo starting in June and continue through September. Philos are easy to propagate. Doing so can also be a fun and educational activity for the kids. Take a sharp knife and cut approximately six or more, sections of the vines. Cut those sections into 5”6” pieces. At this point, there are two ways to propagate these cuttings. Get a 4”-5” sized pot and put a layer of pebbles, or rocks, or packing peanuts in the bottom for drainage. Using a good all purpose potting soil, fill the pot up to about a half an inch from the top of the pot. Take your finger and create a hole in the center of the soil about 1 1/2”-2” deep. With your philo cuttings in a little bundle, stick the ends down in this hole you created. Firmly but gently, pack the soil around these cuttings, then water and place the pot in a lighted area. Keep the soil moist and within a month or so you should see growth. The other way to propagate philos is to take those 4”-5” cuttings and put them in a glass of water and place this glass of cuttings in a bright sunny place. Change the water in the glass about once a week to keep the water fresh for the cuttings. In about 3-4 weeks you should see small hair like roots appear. After about 6-8 wks. you should see several roots. At this time (or you can wait another 2-4 weeks) take the rooted cuttings and plant as described above. You can plant all the cuttings in one pot to create a really full pot of philos OR pot 1 or 2 in a pot. This way you could share the ‘philo-love’ with others around you.
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The philo has been a mainstay in homes for many, many years. Who remembers grandma having a philo in her parlor and/or living room?
Sunlight - Philos like to be placed in bright, indirect sunlight. The philo will let you know if it’s getting enough light or not. It’s normal for older leaves to yellow, however if this happens with several of the leaves, then your philo is getting to much light. However, if the stems/ vines become long and leggy, with several inches between the leaves, your philo probably isn’t getting enough light.
The name philodendron comes from the Greek word ‘philo’ (Love) and ‘dendron’ (tree). Philos come from the rain forests of SouthPhiloAmerica.careis easy because if you watch for the signs, the plant itself will tell you exactly what it needs. So whether you’re an experienced plant grower or someone who wants to get started growing houseplants, the philo might be just the right ‘beginner plant’ for you.
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Finally, as you plan your separation from your business, you may want to consult with your tax, financial and legal advisors, as well as a business valuationSellingspecialist.ortransferring your business is a huge move – so plan ahead, get the help you need and find the exit strategy that’s right for you. This content was provided by Edward Jones for use by Shane Minton, your Edward Jones financial advisor.
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The Howdy Pool room at 227 West Broadway was founded shortly after the beginning of the 20th century. The pool room was just East of the Roxy Theater. Mr. Fred J. Lewis was the proprietor in the early years and was successful enough to build a beautiful home at 412 West Spruce Street in Princeton. Building one of the finest homes in town, it is often wondered how Mr. Lewis was able to afford such a lavish residence.In1919, Mr. Lewis sold the pool room to Ed Wirtz, who resided at 330 South Seminary. He was best known as the father of George Wirtz, a 3-sport star at Princeton High School. George Wirtz, a 1932 graduate of PHS, went on to excel at Wake Forest University. He led the Demon Deacons as a halfback in football and even pitched a no-hitter on the baseball team. Tragically after joining the Navy during WWII, George Wirtz was found dead in 1943 along railroad tracks in Nappanee, Indiana. The Howdy pool Room would finally close in the 1960’s.
If you’re a business owner, you’re probably so busy that you haven’t thought much about the day you’ll want to move on, but someday that day will arrive – so you’ll need an exit strategy. Your first step in creating this strategy is to plan ahead – even several years ahead. Think about the big picture: Do you want to sell your business to an outsider? Or keep it in the family? The answer will help determine your next moves. You’ll also want to identify any retirement income shortfall. Even if you have Social Security and a retirement plan, such as an owner-only 401(k), it might not be enough. So, if you’re going to sell your business, you’ll need to determine the amount required to fill this income gap.
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Euchre Card Players 2pm The Mighty Pen 6pm Local author Jill Chapman hosts this writing group and gives information on how to get published! 14 Chats with Charlie 10am Second program for Skydiving spectacular! Get an inside look at tandem skydiving and see photos and video of this extreme thrill!
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Wednesday, September 7: Grab & Go Kids Craft kits will be available at both locations. Free; while supplies last. This month’s craft is handprint owls!
Tuesday, September 20: Modern Book Club will meet at KANT Brewery in Fort Branch at 6 pm to discuss “The Motherhood Affidavits” by Laura Jean Baker. Snacks will be provided. Sign up at either location, and pick up a copy of the book!
Wednesday, September 14: Guest speaker, Curt Strutz, will be presenting “Visiting the Beyond” in the Fort Branch Library Activities Room at 6 pm. This paranormal presentation will take you through tours of some of the nation’s most haunted locations (possibly including abandoned hospitals, asylums, schools, homes, and more ), and will include original photography, deep history, humor, and haunted experiences. Free to attend.
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Friday, September 16: Adult Game Night will be at Haubstadt Library from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Sign up in person or over the phone! The library will provide pizza, and attendees are asked to bring snacks or desserts to share and your own drink!
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Geri-Fit Senior Fitness will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 AM in the Chapter 2 Building. Youth reading programs (Story me, Toddler Time, Novel Ninjas) will resume on the 6th. Please contact the youth director for a full schedule.
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Nancy Bittner Van Nielen has written a new book called “Pria’s Pawprints”. She came to both the Fort Branch and Haubstadt Libraries for book signings. The books are also on sale at the Brichkhouse Boutique in Fort Branch.
The library now hosts a Youth Anime & Manga club, to be held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 4 PM. Youth Dungeons and Dragons will resume on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 4 PM. Anyone involved in a homeschool program may use the library space as a resource. We will be closed from September 3rd through the 5th in honor of Labor Day.
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Steelman Park Market will take place on the 10th and 24th from 8 un l 2 on the library lawn. Euchre Club will be held every Wednesday at noon in the Chapter 2 building.
meats, cheeses and homemade desserts similar to an Afterwardseclair.the patrons moved upstairs for a presentation of replica items from the Titanic hosted by Gibson County resident Jerry Davis. He has amassed an impressive collection of replications of Titanic memorabilia. Some of the items were on displaydinnerware, soap holders, a book, a wine bottle. To top it off Jerry was dressed in a 100% wool tux of the time period. He also had a life jacket from that period made of cork. After the movie was released in 1997, the suchbecomethickwaseventosubject.vastcollection.manyMuseumEvansvilledisplayedofJerry’sHehasaknowledgeoftheHeexplainedthecrowdhowthoughtheshipmadeofinchsteel,itwouldverybrittleincold28degreewater as was the case the night it encountered the iceberg. Jerry has a three foot long replica of the ship, made to A sample of Jerry’s collection.
Titanic Night Comes to Princeton
When the event was promoted it was announced that hors d’oeuvres would be available, which would lead one to think of maybe a cheese and cracker or vegetable tray. On no, this was not the case. The team from the Palace Cafe was presented with copies of the menu from the cruise on April 14, 1912, from all three classes of passengers. They
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The Princeton Public Library presented a themed night of education and fun recently called the Titanic Night. There was not only an exhibit of Titanic related items, it was a complete experience. A photo backdrop was provided for pictures, the music was not only from the movie score but also what was played on the night of the tragedy.
Left: Charlie Kiesel lifting the life jacket. The fruit and nut trays for sampling. The Titanic replica Jerry put together.
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The apprehension and excitement of exiting the plane to a new adventure.
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during my five visits to Skydive Indianapolis. It is a sport of extreme thrills. You’ll see examples in photos and videos. My photos and videos will explain the sport from suit-up to landing. A tandem jump takes approximately 15 minutes round trip including, ascending to approximately 12,000 feet, a 10 second of freefall, followed by the parachute opening and then the landing in a grassy area of the airport.
-Dr. Marybeth Feutz, Princeton Veterinary Hospital 725 E. Broadway, Princeton, IN CALL TODAY! 812-385-2733 princetonvet.net/ We are always accepting new patients! C o m p a s s i o n a t e c a r e f o r a l l a n i m a l s , L A R G E a n d s m a l l C o m p a s s i o n a t e c a r e f o rompassionate care for a l l a n i m a l s , L A R G Eall animals, LARGE a n d s m a l land small As the Vet SaysTo say the Princeton Veterinary Hospital is undergoing some changes might be a bit of understatementan right now! Last month we introduced you to our new venture, the Princeton Pup House. The Princeton Pup House is your one stop for all your dog’s needs – boarding while you’re away (or just having a busy day), bathing and grooming, and veterinary care while your pups stay with us. This month, we’d love to tell you a little bit about our construction project on our main building! If you’ve been here, or if you’ve driven by recently, you’ve probably noticed there are some things happening! We are so excited to be able to expand our building this summer! We are expanding our waiting room to make a more comfortable space for our clients while they are waiting for their pets to be seen. We are adding three more exams rooms for our dogs so we’ll have four dedicated rooms for dogs, two dedicated rooms for cats, and one We are Glowing Up! Small Town LivingSeptember 2022Page 32 available for small dogs or cats. We are also adding a dedicated comfort room with a separate entrance. This room can be used for clients visiting sick pets, for private consults, or if a family needs to spend some extra quiet time with a loved pet. The separate entrance to the building through that room means you’ll be able to leave privately, without having to walk back through a crowded waiting room. We are also making our pharmacy, lab, and treatment areas bigger so we can take care of your pets even better! With all this new space, we are also looking for the right veterinarians and staff to add to our team.
As always, Princeton Veterinary Hospital is always here when you need us. We are still taking new patients, and continue to see pets as walk-ins, no appointment needed!
The drawback of all this excitement is that things are a bit more crowded and noisy right now. We are working with J. Koberstein Construction to try to disrupt our days as little as possible, while still letting them make progress on the build. We appreciate your patience while we go through these growing pains!
Call us at 812-385-2733 with any questions you have or follow along on Facebook for more updates!
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This 1961 Impala got a lot of attention from patrons.
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Thanks to all who attended our recent car show, Cruzin’ for Critters, at Lafayette Park. We appreciate all the support from the community that enables us to care for the animals who come to the shelter and help them find new homes. With two tame rabbits at the shelter, Gibson County Animal Services (GCAS) is really hopping, and Gibson Dog is hosting Gibson’s Super Sundays so that we have more hours for the public to visit the shelter and meet the dogs, cats, and rabbits (and sometimes birds). Our upcoming Super Sundays are September 11th, October 2nd, November 13th, and December 4th, with the shelter open from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Gibson Dog has also been passing out candy at the Owensville and Sweet Corn parades and the Oakland City Food Giveaway.
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The public is also invited to join Gibson at the Haubstadt Fire Station at dusk for September Movie Night on SeptemberLooking10th.ahead, GCAS will also be hosting Harley’s Heart Medical Fund Open House on October 22nd, with free food, music, and fun (Fido Fetch!) for all who attend. This fund helps provided needed medical care for animals coming to theTheshelter.nextWellness Clinic is scheduled for November 12th at Princeton Veterinary Hospital.
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This 1955 Plaza, owned by Josh and Ashley Reynolds, won the Jim Minnis Specialty Award. John Greer brought out this 1950 Ford Tutor for the
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The original date for the annual Gibson County Animal Services Cruzin’ for Critters show was a rain out in June. However, there was a good crowd on hand for the rain date. For a list of trophy winners visit the shelter’s Facebook page. Here are just
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It’s not everyday you run into a 1972 El Camino, but Marc Root from Albion, Illinois, brought this one to the show.
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Coming from across the river in Illinois, this 1963 Ford Falcon convertible owned by Mike and Roma Pottorff was an eye-catching classic. One of the highlights of the WatermelonOwensvilleFestival is the car show held on Saturday. The turnout is always worthy of a car lovers time. There were more than 50 cars registered even before the show started. It’s always worth the trip.
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Every now and then in life you’ve got to get lucky. One holiday season we did - with meat. Three of my kids were given holiday hams and a smoked turkey from work. I always thought that was a really nice thing for employers to do as a gesture of appreciation. The fridge however got to be just a little full. Thankfully I’ve got plenty of freezer space. One ham was used for Christmas dinner and the other two went in the freezer (Ah, Easter dinner was taken care of, too). That left one smoked turkey in a mini fridge in the basement. This was one dilemma that I didn’t mind having.Myson that acquired the turkey had previously worked as a meat cutter. Isn’t experience great? He’s not a big turkey fan, so he wanted to slice the turkey “deli-thin” for lunchmeat. (I guess he was getting tired of Oscar Mayer.) That was fine by me, meat is meat. To accomplish the quest of cutting the meat, I borrowed a slicer from some of our friends. They has the neatest toys. So I brought home the slicer and had my son show me how to use it. Adjusting the thickness of the slice was pretty easy - it had a dial. I must say that it was just a little awkward trying to get my hand around the guide while putting pressure on the meat, but I finally got the hang of it. Taking it apart to clean it wasn’t hard, but I had to watch out, that blade is sharp. Now as far as putting it back together, well that was a bit of a head-scratcher, “how did I do that?” Thankfully there was a picture on the instructions and I’ve had some experience with tinker toys and Leggos, so I figured it out after a bit. My friends said they were in no big hurry for me to return the slicer and that I could “play” with it for awhile. Oh yeah, let the experiments begin. I searched through my recipes and memory banks for something beyond deli meat.
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Potatoes, however, were a little trickier. It has something to do with that curved end. They kept rolling out on me, so I finally I cut off the ends so that the bottom was flat. That helped tremendously. The potatoes turned out thin enough to be potato chips. The trouble was that I over cooked them and they looked and tasted like baby frisbees. The pork sandwiches turned out really good. I’d like to try it next time with the broccoli rabe topping. That would really add some more moisture and a whole new flavor.
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Preparation: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, parsley, rosemary, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning. Place pork in crock pot and pour olive oil/spice mixture over meat, rubbing it all over to coat. Lay slices of bell
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About that time, I happened to catch one of the food shows on television that went to Philly, only they focused on a different sandwich - an Italian Roast Pork Sandwich topped with broccoli rabe. So that is what I opted for, the other white meat that is cheaper. As far as finding the broccoli rabe, we’ll save that experiment for another day. Since the slicer was there to use, I also tried cutting some veggies. The onions were paper thin this way. I could never get them that way even on my best day.
Parking lots, Paving, Drive Ways, Patching pot holes are coming. Call Dunn Rite Asphalt today! peppers and onion over meat. Pour in beer or broth and sprinkle with red pepper flakes and add bay leaf.Cook on low for 7 hours or high for 4 hours. Remove meat to plastic container and cool completely (3 hours to overnight). Save spiced broth from slow cooker. Skim any fat off broth and heat on low in medium pan or return to slowcooker. Add 1 cup beef broth. Slice pork thin, about 1/8 inch, and add to broth and simmer just to warm and combine flavors, at least 30 minutes up to a day, depending how long you want to hold it before serving. For best results, the longer the better. To assemble sandwiches, preheat oven to 350. Spread butter on inside of buns and sprinkle with garlic salt. Toast in oven 10 minutes just until slightly firm. Layer cheese on both sides of bun. With slotted spoon, strain pork and layer on sandwich, top with peppers and onions from broth. Return to oven if desired for an additional 5 minutes to melt cheese. Serve with small bowl of dip or ladle a small amount of broth on top sandwiches. Makes 6-8 servings. (I used leftover pork and broth to top a baked potato.)
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One of the first things that came to mind is an ultimate favorite of mine - Philly Cheesesteak. Finally, I had a way to get the meat thin enough. This is one of those things that I can’t seem to get just right - either the meat is too thick, to tough, or over cooked. It’s always something. But after looking at the price of beef, I decided to scrap that idea. I couldn’t justify blowing that much money on an experiment. (Pop taught me well.)
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As many of you are already aware I’m sure, or have at least heard, the President signed into law in August one of the most sweeping and comprehensive veteran-related bills in United States history. The Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act is perhaps the largest health care and benefit expansion in the history of the VA. This legislation will certainly have a direct impact on an inordinate number of Vietnam, Gulf War, and Post-9/11 era veterans, and potentially their family members. In short, the law expands and extends eligibility for VA health care to certain veterans who were exposed to toxic conditions while in service. Additionally, it establishes more than 20 new presumptive conditions/ locations for burn pits and other toxic exposures. We know from previous discussions here that “Presumptive Conditions” are medical conditions for which the government has already conceded service connection and as such, proof of exposure by the veteran is unnecessary.Thelawalso adds new conditions to the current list of Vietnam-era herbicide exposure (Agent Orange) presumptives as well as expanding the affected area beyond the traditionally accepted boundaries of Vietnam. New locations now include service in Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Guam, American Samoa, and Johnston Atoll (Hawaii), all under certain time conditions. As I implied to begin here, there is a tremendous amount of information packed into this law and a complete explanation of every detail here would be highly impractical and virtually impossible. The VA has Veteran’s Voice George Pickersgill - Gibson Co. Veterans Service Officer, 812-385-4522 ~ The Andy Griffith Quiz ~ For answers see page 13 5. Fred Plummer told Varney that the first time he caught Barney out of his _______ he was going to ‘settle’ things. A. Uniform B. Car C. Shoes D. Socks 6. During ‘Andy’s Vacation’ Andy tied the prisoner to a _______. A. Rock B. Fence post C. Tree D. Log 7. All the lady shoplifter had in her bag were _________ and D.C.B.A.___________.Gum&apistolKnittingandaBibleMake-up&aKleenexSilverteapotandaradio September 2022 Small Town LivingPage 38 done an exceptional job of explaining this law on their website I would encourage you to take the time to browse through it yourself. You may find this processnotclaimstrainedmustlaw.dry,brandandCourthousethisbenefits.www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-at…http://Ifyoudonothavetheresourcestoinvestigateonyourown,pleasecallmeorstopbytheNorthAnnex.Iwouldbehappytoexplainthisyoudeterminetheimpactonyouand/oryourfamily.Lastly,Iaskyoutokeeponethinginmind.Asthisisnewandtheinkofpresident’ssignatureisbarelytheVAstillhasalotofworktodoinresponsetothisPoliciesandproceduresmustbedeveloped,formsbechanged,andpersonnelmustbehiredandtoaccommodatethemassiveinfluxofnewthatwillsurelyresult.Pleasebepatientanddofeelthatyoumustreactimmediately.ThiswillbeaandIcanassureyouthatitwillnotbequick.Asalways,itisajoyandprivilegetoserveyou.
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George Pickersgill Princeton Police is Hiring The Princeton Police Department is now taking applications for an updated hiring list. All candidates qualifying will be placed accordingly on an 18-month hiring list. To be hired by the Princeton Police Department, you must be on the active hiring list.
Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:00Applicationspm. will be due no later than 4:00 pm (CST) Friday September 30, 2022. Physical fitness testing along with a written test for those who pass the physical, will be performed on Saturday October 1, 2022, at 9 am. Physical testing will be done at the Track and Field of Princeton Community High School, rain or shine, and the written test will be done immediately following at the Princeton Police Department. A complete background check will follow for those passing both tests. Andy said, “there’s enough chopped wood to last Barney and Virgil had supper in
Applications can be picked up in person at the Princeton Police Department
“Being a camp counselor was something I wanted to do since my first week at summer camp. I thought wow, these people are so cool, I want to be like them. I saw their willingness to be silly, their joy, and their passion as something I wanted to be a part of. So, when I completed my first year of college I decided to work at a 812-386-1250 ext. summer camp. Working at summer camps, and Camp Carson specifically, has taught me so much about myself. I learned I could be confident and silly, and help kids to enjoy their summer like I enjoyed mine. Camp Carson taught me that I am capable of what I set my mind to and that I am an empowering leader.” says Gatto.She added, “I feel extremely honored to receive the Mark Kniese scholarship. I am honored my peers felt I was deserving of this award. This scholarship will help me pay for my graduate degree. Which due to camp and my love of the outdoors is in International Environmental Policy. I aim to honor Mark Kniese by sharing the love of camp by sharing my experience and how much camp has impacted my life.” This is the 20th year for the scholarship with awards totaling just over $52,500.
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Mark Kniese Scholarship Recipient Announced
(Princeton, Indiana) The Community Foundation Alliance has announced the recipient of this year’s Mark Kniese Scholarship. The annual scholarship is made possible through a fund established by August Neal in memory of Mark Kniese, who had been a counselor with her at Camp Carson in Princeton. Noemi Cerritos Gatto from Ft. Campbell, Kentucky, has been selected to receive this year’s $3,500 scholarship. Noemi is attending Middlebury Institute of International Studies where she is studying to obtain her Master’s Degree in International Environmental Policy.
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This summer has been a bit delayed for Special Olympic softball players since they haven’t been able to travel to as many tourneys, but they’ve still gotten to play. In just a few weeks, on September 11th, they’ll be able to once again have their annual sports banquet. It’s a nice tradition that all look forward to each year.
The Gibson County Wolverine softball team.
Some Back to School Highlights Small Town LivingSeptember 2022Page 40 Photos: Jancey Smith Helpers met cars and directed them through the pick up line. Each year many groups and organizations help parents with the expense of back to school items. These are just a few of the events in the county. filled with school supplies. 121 W.Broadway,Princeton,IN 812.386.0065 Parking on the back side ofbuilding www.uniquelymichaels.com Come see us for all your fall decorating needs! Hours:Mon. Fri 8:30am 5pm Sat.8:30am 2pm “We do grave decorating for GibsonCounty” We are always changing to keep up with the seasons. playing for a fun time at the event. North Gibson HeldLittle Miracles Hosted Ft. Branch UMC Held Drive Thru
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