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Augsburger to speak on Anabaptist faith at banquet

  • March 22, 2010
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Myron Augsburger, of Harrisonburg, Va., will be the guest speaker for the annual spring banquet of the Amish and Mennonite Heritage Center (AMHC). The dinner will be held at the Carlisle Inn, Walnut Creek, Thursday evening, March 25, at 6:30 p.m. Augsburger will speak on the theme of An Anabaptist Faith for the Twenty-first Century. Sonnenberg Station, the men’s a cappella music group from...

NARFE chapter receives flag in honor of its 20th anniversary

  • March 22, 2010
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NARFE, Wayne County Chapter 2218, held its first meeting of the year March 11. The speaker for the meeting was Lindal Vogel, from the Area Agency on Aging. She reported to the group on the different programs they have available. The chapter was reminded to bring in Our Family UPC codes, and that sandwiches would be sold on August 21. The state convention will be held April 29 to May 1, in...

Helping Others Prepare for Employment Fund meeting notes

  • March 22, 2010
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HOPE Fund members met March 9, and discussed the development of a Web site and print brochures to be utilized as an advertising tool for the organization. Discussion continued regarding different upcoming fundraising and repayment service projects such as the Buehler’s hot dog sales and the Rotary Parade of Flags. Chair Lee Peart reported that she will be participating in the 2010 Career Expo...

West Lafayette Lions Club and Club Scion present annual evening of musical entertainment

  • March 22, 2010
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An evening of musical entertainment featuring music from The Maxine Metheney Band and Salt Creek Inc. is planned for Friday, April 9, in the Ridgewood High School Auditorium. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show will begin at 7 p.m. There will be a food stand available so come early and enjoy dinner before the show. The Maxine Metheney Band is a local group which performs modern and classic country...

Put your tax refund to work

  • March 22, 2010
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It’s tax refund season again. This year, if you’re going to get a check from Uncle Sam, why not put it to work to help meet your financial goals? Last year, the average tax refund was more than $2,700, according to the IRS. The size of your refund, or whether you will get one at all, depends on your individual circumstances. But if you are going to get a refund, plan ahead for what to do with...

Indian artifacts from the earth they came

  • March 22, 2010
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The question is, did they come from the earth? As Indian artifacts come up at auction it is sometimes hard to identify the real McCoy. Collectors can check different things to identify the real Indian-made point, but even then it is difficult, to say the least. Check my picture and select the true Native American point - I will give you the key at the end of the column. Recent auction prices: WPA...

Lord, is it I? Messing up is as common as forever

  • March 22, 2010
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Many congregations or organizations use a phone tree to quickly get word out to everyone on their membership list about a specific need or communication. Yes, even with Facebook, e-mail and all the rest, a personal phone call or message is sometimes the preferred way to communicate, especially with the very elderly and those of us with slow Internet connections. This year I am in charge of...

Tips and treatments for snoring seniors

  • March 22, 2010
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Dear Savvy Senior,My 60-year-old husband has become a terrible snorer, especially over the past few years. It’s gotten to the point I can’t stand to sleep in the same room as him anymore. What can help us? Sleepless SandyDear Sandy,Most people don’t think there’s much they can do to fix their snoring problems, but that’s not true anymore. Today, there are a number of viable tips and...

Labels can guide healthful choices

  • March 22, 2010
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Heart disease runs in my family. I know Nutrition Facts labels can help me make better food choices, but I’m not sure how. Can you help? Absolutely. Here are the basics: Ÿ Look for foods that have less saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol. Ÿ Choose foods with less sodium, especially if high blood pressure is a concern. Ÿ Check the calories: Most of us should consume fewer. You can find...

Spring has sprung

  • March 22, 2010
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When I awaken to sunshine pointing bright rays into my squinting eyes, I am overcome with the joy of a new day. Waking up and smelling the leftover coffee (first brewed at 3 a.m.), makes me eager to heat the water for my own cup. Too hot yet to sip, but perfect heat to warm my cold hands. I find my slippers, left where they dropped off my feet during an evening in my recliner. Blankets from the...