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Page 12B THE BEACON November 2019 AURORA By Fred Schmits Community Correspondent O ur Communities aurora@goBEACONnews.com Hi Neighbors!! With summer almost over, the opportunity arose for some neighbors to take a tour arranged by the adult center. Fifty-four friends from Aurora, Lawrenceburg, Hanover, Milan and Dillsboro boarded a coach bus for Michigan. Some of the travelers also came from Kentucky and Ohio. Over the five-day trip, it became quite apparent that this group would be close friends! Jannelle Denny kept everyone on the trip informed of the itinerary as the coach bus headed for Mackinaw City. Traveling by coach was bearable thanks to being able to see many interesting sights along the way. Anticipation of what was coming up, rest stops, movies on the coach, lunch, and dinner all made the trip pleasant. The tour guides in the cities that we visited made all the difference in what we saw and did. The tour included travelling by ferry to Mackinaw The tour boat as it travels through the locks. Island to see the Grand Hotel. The hotel boasts the world’s longest porch and a dining room that seats over one thousand. We took a carriage ride around the island, and shopped (naturally!). One very interesting fact about Macinac Island is that no vehicles are allowed on the island. Everything moves using horses. Dear reader, you can imagine the importance of “scoopers” doing a fabulous job to keep the streets suitable for walking! The day was well-spent. The next day the group travelled to Sault Ste. Marie at the very top of the lower peninsula of Michigan. The “SOO” as the city is called is the location of the earliest constructed locks in the United States. The commerce of the Great Lakes region of the US as well as the success of the city depended upon the locks. The group boarded a tour boat to experience going through the locks. We found ourselves beside a huge ocean-going vessel as we were preparing to enter the locks. Many of the members on the tour had seen large vessels, but this one surprised us all with its size! The water rises in the lock to take the tour boat from Lake Huron to Lake Superior. These locks are necessary to move vessels over or past rapids located in the St.Mary’s river between the two lakes. Filling a lock occurs quite The tour boat with our neighbors on board. quickly, and all aboard were eager to see the gate open in the distance. The Army Corps of Engineers constructed all the locks, maintains them, and is responsible for all that occurs at the locks. Touring the locks took all day. Another interesting activity planned on the trip was a visit to an ice-breaker ship. It was used to keep the river open in the winter by breaking up ice which miraculously appears each winter. The ship’s engine room contained six very large turbine engines! That evening, the group returned to St. Ignace, MI very tired and very happy. Departing for home early the next day, we were all surprised by the coach driver. He took a side trip to Frankenmuth, MI so that we could enjoy a spectacular lunch. Frankenmuth features Bavarian-style architecture. The beauty that can be seen in many buildings cannot be found elsewhere in the United States. What a treat! After all of the excitement, many of us took naps for the rest of the trip home. Well that’s it, but have you ever wondered… are there any drivers who know how to make left turns into streets at intersections without doing so by making a rounding maneuver, not a 90 degree turn?? Let me hear from you! 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Back row: Justin Harper, Nick Steele, Bradley Kolb, Troy Shumate, Sam Littiken, Jacob Kuhn, Evan Kuhn, Heath Doll, Jared Callahan, Austin Gray, Travis Foote, and Brady Hornberger. EC FFA Compete in Livestock Skillathon Members from the East Central FFA Chapter recently attended the District XII Kickoff at South Ripley High School. Two chapter officers fulfilled their duties as district officers and helped host the kickoff. They all had the chance to meet other members in their district, as well as district and state officers. Games and team building activities were played during the HOURS MON—FRI 8:30—5:30 SAT 8:30—1:00 We buy used cars—call for pricing!! 800.245.2886 NOW OPEN ON SATURDAY FOR SCRAP AND AUTO PARTS 8:30am — 1:00pm Check out current scrap prices! Need a part—go to www.miamitownautoparts.com and “Search our Inventory” Cincinnati, Ohio 513-451-1134 513-574-9518 kickoff. EC FFA members also competed in the Area 1 Livestock Skillathon CDE at South Ripley High School. Members identified several different types of breeds, livestock equipment, feeds, and meats. They also answered questions about the industry and quality assurance. Seventeen members competed. The senior team of Madison Shumate, Maddie Dawson, Heath Doll, and Amelia Hartman placed third and will be moving on to the state contest. The senior team of Bradley Kolb, Lydia Kidd, Evan Kuhn, and Adrien King placed fifth. The senior team of Madison McAdams, Jacob Kuhn, and Rachel Kraus placed sixth. Joseph Miller competed as an individual in the senior division. The junior team of Lloyd Darringer, Isaac Hartman, John Kathman, and Gavin Klingman placed third. Troy Randolph also competed as an individual in the junior division. The top placing individual from East Central was Maddie Dawson, placing fourth overall in the senior division. Congrats to all members that competed! TWENTY-FIVE YEARS OF BRINGING OUR COMMUNITY AND BUSINESSES TOGETHER.
Zoller beaconsports November 2019 @live.com THE BEACON Page 13B By Melanie Alexander Almost all the homes on our By street place season-specific Maxine decorations on Klump the lamp posts beside driveways. As I drove home from church Community yesterday, Correspondent one of my neighbors was placing her scarecrow, fall maxineklump.thebeacon@yahoo.com leaf garlands, and other decor on her post. Within the next seven to ten days, many of us will join her in preparation for autumn with its warm (not hot and humid days), blue skies with puffy white clouds and all the preparations for the fall season. I haven’t made this cobbler in some time but will plan to do so for the upcoming block party. It celebrates favorite fall foods. However, I will not add the chopped walnuts in deference to those who prefer the fruit only version. Cranberry Apple Cobbler 4 cups fresh cranberries, washed and stemmed 6 tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced. 2 cups light brown sugar, packed 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional) 1 tablespoon flour ¼ cup butter, cut into pieces Mix the above ingredients through the flour in a 3-quart baking dish and dot with butter, 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 8 tablespoons shortening (or you may use cold butter) 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 ½ cups sour cream Combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in a bowl. Blend in the sour cream until all dry ingredients are moistened and incorporated. With fork or pastry blender, cut in the shortening and blend until medium crumb consistency. Drop by spoonful onto the fruit mixture. Sprinkle with additional 1 tablespoon of sugar and bake for 40-45 minutes at 400° or until the top is golden brown. Serves 6-8. As I pulled the cobbler recipe out of the box, I looked for another recipe to add to the column. This recipe for biscuits is one that we enjoy when I want a quick homemade bread for a meal. The biscuits are light and airy and do not require the rolling and cutting for classic biscuits. See what you think about the mystery ingredient for these delicious treats that work for bread or shortcake. Mystery Biscuits 2 cups flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt ½ cup mayonnaise 1 cup milk 1 teaspoon sugar Combine flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in a bowl. Add remaining ingredients and mix just until smooth. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a greased baking sheet or place into 12 greased muffin cups for a more formed biscuit. Bake for 18-20 minutes at 375°. See you next month! Mark an LeAnn Boggs, Carlee Boggs, Heather Race, Judy and John Race, Claire Boggs. 50th Anniversary Celebration St Paul Lutheran Church in Bear Branch, IN was filled with family, friendship, stories, and memories on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Friends and family of John and Judy Race gathered to celebrate the couple’s fiftieth anniversary. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Race. And here’s to another wonderful fifty years filled with love and laughter! BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY C By John Hawley Purdue Extension Educator hawley4@purdue.edu Preparing Your Lawn and Garden For a Bountiful 2020 As the leaves change and temperatures inch closer and closer to freezing, it’s time to begin thinking about what your lawn and garden will look like in 2020! While there are options for extending your growing season this year, in today’s article, I will discuss what you should be prepping for in 2020. Planning Season! The bare trees and dim skies of winter are certainly not the gardener’s greatest joy. However, these visual cues should serve as a reminder of great things to come! As our lawn and garden maintenance needs decline into winter, it’s time to begin planning. The plan should include mapping projects, purchasing tools, and other supplies. Removing unwanted brush and other yard debris, and attending learning events (such as Master Gardener or Garden Club meetings) should also be considered. I certainly don’t assume those reading are all type-A personalities, so I encourage you to plan however you see fit! If that means a dozen sticky note reminders stuck to the fridge waiting for your attention, then so be it! No two gardeners work the same. I only ask that you remember, planning season is just as important as planting season! Consider Seed Storage Seed storage is a task that can be addressed practically year-round. While I won’t dive into the complexities of specialty varieties or GMO vs. Non-GMO seed, I will give you a few pieces of advice for seed storage. To start, don’t be too hard on yourself if you’ve tried previously and didn’t perform to your expectations. According to Purdue Extension Horticulture Specialist, Rosie Lerner, seeds of some plants, such as corn, parsley, onion, viola (pansies), verbena, phlox, and salvia, are not very long-lived, lasting only 1 or 2 years at best. Other seeds, including beans, carrots lettuce, peas, radishes, snapdragon, cosmos, sweet William and zinnia will remain viable (capable of germinating) for 3-5 years. So be mindful of what seed you store! Tools & Equipment Overlooking the condition of your tools and equipment can be one of the most critical lawn and garden mistakes. Dull blades on a mower or a busted shovel are a pain to deal with, especially if you are in the middle of an important project. Addressing these issues during the slower months of late fall and winter will better prepare you for the year ahead. In place of summertime activities, consider making tool inventory and maintenance a weekly task. This project may be a bit daunting, as tasks can pile up quickly. Consider making a to-do list and include your top needs first. Top tool and equipment tasks to consider include sharpening blades, repairing minor damages, securing leftover garden chemicals, and replacing parts. Preparing for lawn and garden tasks can be as intensive as you make it. I will share that the most successful gardeners I know are generally very detailed and much busier in late fall and winter than you might expect. Spend some time indoors reading and brainstorming what your lawn and garden might look like next year. While Mother Nature will bring us chills, ice, and snow in the weeks to come, there’s no excuse for us to lose our green thumb! To learn more about managing your lawn and garden from our experts on campus, please search “Purdue Consumer Horticulture” on your home computer or smartphone. For additional information about other agriculture and natural resources topics, feel free to email me at hawley4@ purdue.edu. You can also reach my office at 812-926-1189. We are located at 229 Main Street, Aurora, IN 47001. Look for my next article in the December issue of The Beacon! American Legion Post 452 New Alsace Newly remodeled rental facility! Love Do you the Beacon? Be sure to tell our advertisers! 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