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B-2 Home Life Wednesday, April 22, 2020 The Press-Dispatch To enter the Birthday Club, email your name, ad- dress, phone number and birthdate to birthdayclub@ pressdispatch.net. Only the person's name, town and birthday will appear in the paper. As an added bonus, one lucky person each month will receive a free three month Press-Dispatch subscrip- tion. This month's birthdays have a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to Downtown Emporium, in Hunt- ingburg. THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS Becky Schmidt ...........................Newburgh .......4/21 Karen Williams ........................... Winslow ........ 4/23 Christy Allen ..............................Evansville ...... 4/23 THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR EMPORIUM DOWNTOWN 407 E. Fourth St, Huntingburg 812-683-0123 EAST GIBSON Sweet's Column by Barbara Sweet Hi stars and welcome to the big stage all lit up in bright, colorful lights and decorated to help cele- brate with all our stars who will have a birth- day or anniversary in the week of April 23-29. Come up onto this stage and take a bow. April 23 – Brenda Burton Bossung turns 72. April 24 – Kayla Wil- lis turns 26; Daniel Grubb turns 28; Darrell Taylor turns 59; Lisha Ketchum turns 57; Dan and Amy Carnahan celebrate 21 years. April 25 – Dustin Tuell turns 15. April 26 – Mick Aldridge; Chris Edrington turns 80. April 28 – William Theodore Nichol- son turns 55; Maegan Tabor turns 30 ; Jim Gatwood turns 49; Ember Joelene Ridenour turns 4. April 29 - Larry Platt; Ashley Elen- baas turns 36; Kassie Traylor turns 24; Sarah Vinnedge. May all our stars have a really great day and may all your wishes come true. Keep in your heart and in your prayers all our stars who need to know they are thought of by those who love them, even if we cannot be with them and give them a hug or kiss. Also, have the patience to stay safe and the hope that all will be here soon. EVENTS May 3 - Spurgeon-Monroe Fire Dept. may meet 3-4 p.m. at the fire station house. May 4 - Winslow Fire Dept. may meet at 6:30 p.m. at the station house. May 7 - Winslow Lions club may meet at 7 p.m. at the Community Center. Winslow and Petersburg seniors will not be meeting until it's safe to meet in groups. The Winslow Senior Citizens are fixing home-cooked meals on site and delivering to the elderly and handi- capped. At the present time, they are delivering 48 meals every Monday and Thursday. Contact Frieda Bolin at 812- 789 -2986 for more information. We did not receive any postcards or notes in the mailbox this week at Sweets Column, Winslow, IN 47598. We did receive a prayer this week from Dr. Robert Asa, who is the minis- ter of the Winslow Christian Church. It was sent to all of his parishioners and shared by other interested people. His permission was given for this to be used and whomever would like to join in to pray at home or wherever you may be at noon everyday. "Almighty God, maker of Heaven and Earth, please hear our prayer for the healing of our world. We are afraid for ourselves and for our loved ones. We know that you are strong when we are weak. Have mercy upon us in our weakness as we look to you for strength. Grant us a soon end to this disease. Help those who put their lives at risk to protect the rest of us. Give them the re- sources they need. Strength- en them. Help us to help one another, for it will be through your human instruments that you will bring this to an end. Stop us from bickering. Deliver us from selfishness. Enable us to show compassion and help- fulness. Heal us, we pray. In the name of Jesus, Amen. Winslow Patoka River was below the rim and with the little amount of rain we had Easter evening, it should stay that way. The temps have been in the low 50s, with winds of 5 -25 mph and gusts even higher. The temps at night brought in the freeze warnings for two nights. We have had to turn up the heat again this week, but after this week- end, the temps should rise into the high 60s-70s by Tuesday, April 21. The win- dows can be opened up, the fans can be turned on and the heat can be turned down. The trees are leafing out more and the colors of green and rust look great with the purple from the red bud and I have seen several other shades of col- ors to brighten up the years and woods. I heard the dogwoods are in bloom, but my tree is not in leaf yet. The lilac bush- es have a few purple cluster blooms. The Rose of Sharons are beginning to leaf out. The apple trees have their white blooms and so are the cherry trees. My daffodils haven't bloomed yet and the resurrection plants are get- ting taller. The tulips are blooming, but I ha- ven't seen too many, and the peonies should bloom soon. There have been a few fields plowed up and if they are planted, I have no idea. Janie's chick- ens have laid eggs and the hens decid- ed to share their eggs with the neigh- bors for Easter. They were very tasty hard-boiled and fried with sausage. The mowers are heard every week now and if your yard is like ours, with roots hidden in the grass, you hit one every so often. Well, Norm hit one of them, and it caused a big problem that we had to get another mower. I hope the roots don't cause damage to this one. The news report has said since the pollution has cleared up a little, we all can look up to the sky and really see the beauty in the stars. Right now, you can see Venus shining bright and ear- ly morning, you can view Jupiter, Ve- nus and Mars together in the western sky. The super moon was real bright last week and I believe it will be her again in May. The Hwy 57 skeletons were seen waving to everyone and the little one had a basket of Easter eggs. On Easter, I was hoping to see and hear the little ones in our area hunt- ing eggs in their yards, but I guess the wind and coldness kept everyone in- side. Laura was here for dinner and I even asked her if she wanted to hunt for Easter eggs. She said "no, not this year." I would have hid some if she was willing to hunt them. It was great to have Laura over for Easter and have her eat with us. We ate ham, green beans, Alfredo side, din- ner rolls and red raspberry pie with ice cream. Chocolate bunnies and cream- filled chocolate eggs were handed out. I got an Easter basket that was made of wood and in it was pink flowers and a pink Easter bunny. The dog and cat loved the ham juices over their food on Easter. I called Kyana and wished her a Hap- py Easter and gave her some hugs and kisses over the phone as I texted her. Where she lives, there are three cas- es of the virus and I told her we have our first case in Pike County. I hope to see her soon so I can give her a re- al hug and kiss, and also see if she has grown a little taller since the last time we saw each other. Maybe on Family Reunion Day in August or September. This virus is affecting everybody in all different ways and to stay at home unless you are out for the essentials is hard to do. You want to see and visit with your friends, but again, you don't want to have to stay inside more. If you want to get out, then just take a ride around your area and really see the beauty in the woods, in your neighbors' yards, in waving and smiling at strang- ers, or all your friends. This may help you, but it may also help the person you waved at because they needed to asso- ciate by waving at you. Some have said everyone will be going back to work, but each state and city are different in getting this virus and then to recover from it, so since one area is in recover, on other area has their first case of this virus. I hate to say it, but I will. Don't be in such a hurry to do the things you want to do again, because it might take a lot longer for our country to recover completely. Hang in and stay safe. Since the Coronavirus is in Pike County, and we may not be able to gather in groups for some time, the Winslow Memorial Day Parade will not be held this year. We truly regret having to cancel. It was a surprise to see Deidre Mills, Tom and Happy Vinnedge, and Dalton Miller in the last few weeks. I haven't seen them for a long time. As the lights begin to dim on this week, keep an eye on family and friends. Slow down and see all the won- ders in your area. As always, smile, wave and say "Hi" to everyone you see this week. It helps. REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS Kenneth Theiring and Anna E. Theiring convey to Jay D. Wardlow real estate as recorded in Pike County. Robert V. Askren and Roberta J. Askren convey to Keaton S. Kidd and Samuel A. Baggett real estate as recorded in Pike County. Two Elk, LLC quitclaims to Butler Gulch, LLC real estate as recorded in Pike County. Wilma Jean White conveys to Kirt Cates and Honey Cates real estate as recorded in Pike County. Robert Farmer and Kelly Farmer convey to Justin K. Drew and Kayla R. Cunningham real estate as re- corded in Pike County. Visitors and Tourism awards 34 restaurants with grants By Janice Barniak The Gibson County Visitors and Tourism Bureau awarded 34 grants, totaling $42,500, to area restaurants struggling with the COVID-19 pan- demic April 16. All restaurants were required to be located in Gibson County and owned by Gibson County residents. Zack's Diner owner, Zack Saliju, of Fort Branch, said anything helps right now, and the tourism money will go to- wards bills. "We have a been open for five years and we have tried to donate to anything and everything that we could, now this is the time where small businesses like us need help. City of Fort Branch has been very supportive to the restau- rant right now, but they can (only) do so much because they're not working," he said. "All of us we have to be tough." "We are using this grant to give back to our employees, many of which could not survive financially if we were not open daily," said Emilee Corn, of Mon- roe Pizza Company. "They have been here for us every single day since this began. Without them, we would never be able to be here for our community. The grant allows us to give back to our employees and hopefully inspires them to give back to our community as well! " In Fort Branch, Andrea Martin, of LeeAndrea's, said she couldn't thank Gibson County Visitor's and Tourism or their customers enough. "It's very heartwarming what peo- ple have done to help us and other lo- cal businesses," she said. "We are go- ing to use the money to replace some equipment that went out on us at the be- ginning of this pandemic. We weren't sure how we were going to replace it and now we can." Klinkers in Princeton said the mon- ey would help tremendously. "The community has been amazing with support while we go through this pandemic together," said owner Ben Kennard. "This grant will help us as we make decisions on what's next on this adventure. It will help us get our staff back into the kitchen, as well as get us running on full cylinders when we are allowed to open our doors to the public! " Jeff Clark, of Dick Clark's, said he hopes all restaurants make it out of this situation, and that the pandemic has affected the longtime Princeton busi- ness. "Everything helps. I am glad to keep as many on the payroll as we have. Our business was already 50 percent to-go. What really hurts is the banquet hall being down and the dining room. We lose 300 -plus seats," he said. Mom's Diner in Oakland City said the grant would pay their utilities and buy some supplies. "When restaurants open back up, we would like to take our employees out to show our gratitude for hanging in there with us," said Sonja and Glenn Highfill, owners of Mom's. Junee B's owner, Beth Green, said they were honored to receive a grant. "The amount of continued support we have received is truly amazing and we cannot thank the community enough," she said. Restaurants included Mom's Din- er, Oakland City; LeeAndrea's Sweet Treats, Fort Branch; Monroe Pizza Company, Oakland City; Broadway House Bistro, Princeton; Taylor's II, Oakland City; Junee B's Restaurant, Oakland City; The Log Inn, Haubstadt; Tim's Awesome BBQ, Inc., Prince- ton; Blimpie Subs and Salads, Prince- ton; Zack's Diner, Fort Branch; Dick Clark's Family Restaurant, Prince- ton; White Rabbit Café, Princeton; Ponderosa Steakhouse, Princeton; Klinkers Hometown, Princeton; Haub Steakhouse, LLC, Haubstadt; Las Is- las, Oakland City; O'hana Hilltop Tav- ern, LLC, Hazleton; R'z Café and Ca- tering, Fort Branch; John's Smokin' BBQ, LLC, Oakland City; Spud Hut, Princeton; Los Panchos, Fort Branch; The Palace City Café, Princeton; Main Street Café, Owensville; Doc's Place, Owensville; Shelly's Pizza, Owens- ville; Sandy's Pizza, Fort Branch; The Frosty Tiger, Princeton; Crick- ett's Lunch, Princeton; Nicole's Sweet Treats and More, LLC, Owensville; Alamo BBQ, Princeton; Piper's Pizza House, Oakland City; Harpers Pub and Pizza, Fort Branch; Thai Chow Orien- tal Food, Fort Branch; and Sandy's Piz- za, Princeton. Call Jessica Mason, 812-582-0246 *Closing must take place by 12/30/2020. Charity must be a registered 501(c)(3) REFERRAL PROGRAM JOIN MY Know anyone planning to buy or sell by the end of the year? Even if it's you. I will make a $500 donation to a charity or school of your choice for every referral that results in a closing! * AREA HAPPENINGS Celebrate Recovery–Will meet every Monday at 6 p.m. at the River of Life Church, 342 E. CR 300 N., Pe- tersburg. For more information, contact Pastor Jim at 812-354-8800. Pike County History Center—Will meet the fourth Monday of each month at the History Center, 1104 Main Street, Petersburg at 6:30 p.m. New members welcome. For more information, contact Jeannine Houchins at 812-766 -0463. History Center hours Monday,Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. DAR—Local chapter of the Daughters of the Ameri- can Revolution meet the second Monday of each month September through June at 6 p.m. at the History Cen- ter in Petersburg. Free Clothing Bank–Oak Grove Church in Oakland City offers a free clothing bank each Tuesday 9 -11 a.m. (Oakland City time) for everyone. They carry new and used clothing. Location is on Morton Street, just past Chuckles. Come to the gymnasium door located at the back of the church. Women's Cancer Support Group – The Lange- Fuhs Cancer Center at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center offers a support group for women who have had cancer of any type or are currently undergoing can- cer treatment. Sessions are the third Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room, located at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center's Dorbett Street entrance. For more information about the "Women's Support Group," visit www.mhhcc.org and click on "Classes & Events," or call The Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center at 812-996 -7488. Winslow Alcoholics Anonymous – will meet ev- ery Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Call 812-789 -8535 for location of the meeting. Al-Anon meeting – Meetings are each Wednesday at 11:30 a.m., located at 424 W. 7th St. in Jasper. For more information, call 812-887-0349. Narcotic Anonymous – Every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at River of Life Fellowship Church. Gathering Place—Will be open every Thursday from 2-4 p.m. at 207 Lafayette Street, Winslow for the Food and Clothing Pantry. For more information, call 812-582-5210. Odd Fellows IOOF Pacific Lodge #175 meet- ing–the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. All ar- ea members are encouraged to attend. Otwell Ruritan–will have its monthly meetings the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Pike Lodge #121 F&AM regular stated meet- ing–the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All area Masons are invited to attend. Jefferson Township Community Center of Ot- well–will have its monthly meetings the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. All members are urged to attend. "Creating Hope" For Cancer Patients–Memori- al Hospital and Health Care Center is offering Creat- ing Hope® sessions on the first and second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. These sessions are de- signed for cancer patients, their families and caregivers. Art materials and an instructional book are available at each session. No previous art experience is needed. Ses- sions are free and are in the Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center Conference Room located at the Dorbett Street entrance of Memorial Hospital, 800 West 9th Street in Jasper. For more information about this class, visit Memo- rial Hospital's website at www.mhhcc.org and click on "Classes & Events," or call The Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center at 812-996 -7488. Perinatal Loss Support – Expectant parents who suddenly lose their child often experience a wide range of emotions and grief. Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center offers "Perinatal Loss Support" to assist those who have experienced the loss of a child (con- ception to one month of age) through the grieving pro- cess, and provide an atmosphere of confidentiality and comfort. For more information about Perinatal Loss Support, contact Theresa O'Bryan, Pastoral Care, at 812-996 - 0219 or tobryan@mhhcc.org. Indiana 15 Regional Planning Commission - The regular meeting of the board of directors will not meet on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, due to the Governor's order. The executive board will meet electronically on Tues- day, April 28, 2020, at 6 p.m. (local time. For addition- al information, call Indiana 15 RPC at 812-367-8455. Pregnant... or think you are? 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