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7 | FLASHBACK 

Patriotic Parade, Corydon, IN, 1965 

8 | IN THE GARDEN WITH BOB HILL 

It’s never too late for surprises 

11 | A NOTE TO BABY BOOMERS 

One is the loneliest number 

25 | REAL LIFE NUTRITION 

Tips for a healthy summer picnic 

34 | EVERYDAY ADVENTURES 

The Swing of Things 


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A special thank you goes out to the businesses below who are 

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Flashback Photo 

Patriotic Parade 

Corydon, IN 

1965 

// Photo courtesy of the Frederick Porter Griffin Center, Harrison County Public Library 

Summer memories aren’t complete without a parade. This image from the Harrison County 

Public Library shows a glimpse of the past as members of the Old Capitol Saddle Club ride in a 

a parade through the streets of downtown Corydon in 1965. The Old Capitol Saddle Club was 

formed in September of 1959, and still meets today. 


A Walk in the Garden with Bob Hill 

It’s Never Too Late for Surprises 

In the beginning of my horticultural 

days, I had the usual consequential 

symptoms. I wanted 

to grow, nurture, fawn over and 

then brag about one of everything. 

We had acres of space and a lot of 

energy. We had a million seed catalogs, 

a dozen online plant sites and 

a willingness to travel to almost any 

place in the U.S.A. – and then even 

Europe – to see, if not sniff, plant 

possibilities. 

Within financial reason. 

Now, maybe 40 years later, 

we still have some space left. But 

my botanical wanderlust has also 

left. Of course, we buy some new 

plants each spring. It’s an Indiana 

state law. Look it up. But mostly we 

want to settle in the shade among 

our hosta, and such. 

We feel the need to better appreciate 

and care for what we have, 

to relocate the needy to better places. 

We are done trying to keep up 

with the endless parade of new heuchera, 

astilbe and red bud cultivars. 

That’s why God invented screenedin 

back porches. This whole plant 

appreciation thing is sort of the opposite 

of the kids being gone. They 

are still here. Just outside the door. 

But nicely. 

The true upside of slowing 

down is being more welcoming of 

surprises, of finding success in a 

few gardening techniques or plants 

never tried before. But just a few. 

Indiana state law also limits such 

experimentation to three attempts 

or fewer per season. 

Our first surprise is now more 

ongoing: the technique of tossing 

wildflower seeds on bare ground 

and watching them grow into, well, 

a magnificent patch of wildflowers. 

I never thought it possible. We 

constantly read of the need to nurture 

baby seeds, to carefully sow the 

seeds, water regularly and sing lullabies 

to them at least twice a week. 

OK, there is some truth in that with 

other garden seeds, especially the 

lullaby part. But when you look at 

the bigger picture of wildflower 

meadows growing naturally across 

vast stretches of open spaces, ain’t 

no lullabies involved. 

My first exposure to that was 

a trip to the Rocky Mountains one 

spring, a hike up a steep hill along 


a mountain stream and there before 

me were a million wildflowers in 

full bloom, yellow, blue and purple. 

It was mesmerizing, game-changing 

and all provided without the 

aid of humans. 

But humans did sell wildflower 

seed packs and we did have on 

our property a lighting graveled 

area where we had once mulched 

plants in containers, the mulch rotting 

into the gravel, itself buried in 

rich soil. 

If a guy was going to create a 

wildflower patch in Indiana – again 

as mandated by state law – THIS 

was the spot. 

The propaganda on the seed 

packet promised all sorts of success. 

The packet contents were 

overwhelming. Maybe 27 kinds of 

annual seeds and 11 types of perennial 

seeds stuffed in an envelope 

the size of your hand. A regular 

United Nations of possibilities. 

“With such exciting color in 

the first season,” the propaganda 

promised, “this is a great way to 

get started growing with growing 

wildflowers. 

“The easy-to-grow varieties 

will also attract a variety of bees, 

birds and butterflies” – a nice little 

alliterative touch. 

The other issue was the correct 

way to spread these seeds on the 

ground, being very careful, the instructions 

went, to spread the seeds 

carefully. Oh sure, about 5 million 

seeds covering 38 separate annuals 

and perennials to be carefully 

spread with no overlap. 

Let the record show overlap I 

did. The wind was of no help. I had 

zero faith any of this would work, 

but I did water a bit as needed. 

Guess what: IT WORKED! 

Mother Nature decided which 

of the borage, marigold, aster, cornflower, 

wallflower, daisy, coreopsis, 

cosmos, larkspur, sunflowers, mallow, 

flax, evening primrose, red 

poppies, coneflowers, zinnias and 

black-eyed Susans would fight it 

out to bloom. I let her decide. 

But the first year I tried this, 

we had a fairly vigorous patch of 

wildflowers in a very sunny, welldrained 

area, and right in front of 

our row of 11 colorful climbing 

clematis. 

Then the wildflower only got 

better. I sort of lost track of what 

grew where, but the bulk of the winning 

flowers reseeded for the next 

year. Then reseeded again. Survival 

of the fittest. A joy to behold. 

A complete surprise!!! 

The lesson here, kids, is if you 

have a sunny piece on unused, 

well-drained soil, try this yourself. 

It is immensely gratifying; you will 

be fully on board with Mother Nature 

and in full compliance with 

state law. 

My other total surprise, and 

equally gratifying, is our very happy 

crop of Indian Pink – a beautiful 

perennial that does come back 

every year. I can’t even remember 

where I bought it, but it was fairly 

late in the season last year and looking 

pretty pitiful in a 12-pack. No 

state law was involved. 

Ours is a Spigelia marilandica, 

native to many southern states and 

Missouri and the Midwest. It is a 

stunning plant, a hummingbird 

magnet and does well in light to 

full shade and wetter areas. 

I had no real idea what I had 

when purchased. Now we get to 

enjoy it every trip up and down 

the driveway. It’s also called Little 

Redhead and is named, of course, 

for Adriaan van den Spiegel (1578- 

1625), who was a professor of anatomy 

at the University of Padua in 

Northern Italy. No surprise there. • 

About the Author 

Former Courier-Journal 

columnist Bob Hill enjoys 

gardening, good fun, good 

friends and the life he and 

his wife, Janet.



One is the Loneliest Number 

A Note to Baby Boomers 

Friends are headed to New 

York City, which is among 

my very favorite places. 

They cannot help but 

return with memories of icons, 

among America’s foremost. These 

friends go primarily to catch up 

with kin, though, a niece. Touristy 

stuff is to be fit in, not to star. 

Meanwhile, I plan to visit no 

family because, frankly, I have lost 

touch with essentially all. And by 

all, I mean a fairly few, many of 

whom I would not recognize if we 

bumped carts in the potato chip 

aisle at Sam’s Club. 

Whatever are my strengths, 

family is not among them. It’s not 

much about being out of practice. 

For openers I am an only child, 

which was terrific when gifts and 

inheritances were being passed out. 

Otherwise, I envied friends who 

had to share car backseats and bedrooms 

and Santa’s generosity. Being 

an only child ultimately does more 

to a person than for one, I believe. 

So, there are no brothers and 

sisters with whom to share a holiday 

or long weekend. 

My parents and their parents 

are long gone, and my folks likewise 

were only children. Aunts and 

uncles are similar to what others 

have. 

Cousins exist like cousins always 

do. They are mostly far flung, 

however, and maybe once or twice, 

fleetingly, way back, could I have 

told you confidently who is who 

and how we are connected. The issue 

never has been animosity, only, 

sadly, apathy. My blood ran thin 

even before the pills I take. 

The last family reunion I attended 

– or knew about – was at 

least a decade ago. I introduced myself 

to people I should have remembered. 

I asked answers to questions 

embarrassing to ask. A woman 

walked in that I have known for 

decades. Wow, I’m thinking. Kathy 

and I are related – how about that. 

Well, no. Kathy was married to 

a cousin about whom I had no clue. 

The funeral for another cousin 

was held last year on a cold, rainy 

morning. I huddled among relatives 

under a cemetery tent and 

then we scattered like the veritable 

strangers we are. 

We had a rare chance to do 

otherwise and did not take it. We 

returned to lives bonded by genealogy, 

nothing more. 

This is on me, no one else. I 

could get together a room full of 

relatives if I tried hard enough. I 

likely won’t, shamed to say. No 

matter that I routinely witness the 

upside of family love, those unique 

partnerships. 

My wife is one of five children, 

four of whom meet and communicate 

without fail like always. Mostevery 

Saturday lunch is a near can’t 

miss, holidays still more so. When 

one is ill, others worry. One’s joys 

are shared. Stepping up and filling 

in goes without saying. 

They care jointly now for an elderly 

aunt who long cared for them. 

It is not their burden. It is their turn, 

their responsibility. That is family, 

exhibit A of something I never will 

feel. 

Relationships with brothers 

and sisters tend to be the longest. 

Those bonds shape people, maybe 

change them. I figured I would 

have siblings if it was meant to be. 

I wish it had been meant to be 

as much as I ever have wished for 

anything. And I pretty much wore 

out my parents with wishes. I remember 

being called “spoiled rotten” 

about as often as I was told to 

eat my vegetables. 

Buying me more baseball cards 

proved doable. Adding a brother or 

sister didn’t. 

Another friend relies on the 

public library for tips to fill in his 

family tree. Yet another sent off for 

genetic clues to his lineage. I am the 

one who got paid all those years – I 

was a newspaperman – to be curious. 

Yet they are the ones wondering 

from where they came and from 

whom. 

I know too little, I acknowledge, 

and some of it could be 

wrong. Like 50 years ago I was told 

Moss used to be Moses. 

Moses, now that’s an ancestor 

to claim. 

I can more honestly believe in 

a link to a couple of past community 

leaders. Also, I can be proud of 

a police officer son who moves up 

the ranks and arrests some really 

bad people. I am likewise proud of 

a daughter who wants little more 

than to help save the world and especially 

its stray pet population. 

Grown-ups, my children love 

me like always. They also like me, 

unlike always. Parents know how 

that goes. 

Plus, I wed a woman who puts 

way more into our marriage than 

she gets from it. I was an only child 

indeed accustomed to being alone. 

I am an only child, which was terrific when 

gifts and inheritances were being passed out. 

Otherwise, I envied friends who had to share car 

backseats and bedrooms and Santa’s generosity. 

Thank God that stopped nearly a 

half-century ago. My wife is not all 

the family I have, of course. But she 

fills any and all emptiness, any and 

all the time. 

She even gave up wondering 

why in the world I drink buttermilk. 

I do not know when I started 

reading obituaries. I just know I 

cannot stop. This is the news of the 

day, of my days at least. Parents 

of friends used to fill the columns. 

Now friends and classmates do. 

Some obits go on and on, paragraphs 

of survivors and of those 

already gone. 

I envy long obits and the sense 

of family they reflect. Their subjects 

enjoyed what I do not. This void is 

real and really painful. My obit will 

not be so lengthy, accordingly. Familiar 

shortcomings will be on the 

record. 

If your family is large, you are 

lucky. Believe it. • 

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retired as Indiana columnist 

for The Courier-Journal. He 

now writes weekly for the 

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his wife Jean live in Jeffersonville 

in a house that has been 

in his family since the Civil War. Dale’s e-mail 

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The Spice and Tea Exchange in downtown New Albany offers a wide selection of tea, spices, and herbs 

Story by Darian Decker 

Photos by Michelle Hockman 

Having just opened in May, 


of New Albany is making 

its name in the city. 

Owner KellyJean Gettelfinger was 

excited to bring the franchise to the 

blossoming New Albany area. 

“Our first trip to Savannah 

(Georgia) was my first experience 

with The Spice & Tea Exchange 

about eight or nine years ago,” she 

said. “I absolutely fell in love with 

the store, the product, the people 

who worked there and the actual 

experience.” 

The experience is really what 

Gettelfinger wants customers to 

leave with. “I want [customers] to 

leave feeling that they’re excited to 

come back,” she said. 

“We have so many spices and 

herbs and teas from all over the 

world that you get to experience 

somewhat of a little tour around the 

world when you’re in the store,” 

she said. 


originated in St. Augustine, Florida, 

and now there are nearly 100 stores 

across the U.S. 

Gettelfinger decided to pursue 

opening her own franchise location 

after her son graduated from college. 

“I have my own art studio in 

my home and 2020 just really shut 

down my classes,” she said. “I started 

doing online classes and that 

was fantastic, but for me personally, 

it was very lonely.” 

She really wanted to get back 

out into the public and, specifically, 

customer service. “It’s been a lot of 

hard work and it is definitely a labor 

of love.” 

While preparing for the opportunity, 

Gettelfinger drove from Indiana 

down to Florida and visited 

12 Spice & Tea Exchange locations 

on the way to talk with owners. She 

was also able to visit four other locations 

while on vacation. 

“I can honestly say anywhere 

that you see a Spice & Tea Exchange 

“We have so many 

spices and herbs and 

teas from all over the 

world that you get to 

experience somewhat 

of a little tour around 

the world when 

you’re in the store.” 

- KellyJean Gettelfinger 

Owner of 

The Spice and Tea Exchange 

in downtown New Albany 



Pictured: (left) Tearista Tori Quinn; (bottom) Bobby Mutafchiev and his dog Pitch 

outside of The Spice & Tea Exchange.

store is a place where there’s a lot 

of fun,” she said. “A lot of reasons 

to vacation and to visit … that’s 

what made me decide to propose 

New Albany to the Spice & Tea Exchange.” 

Everyone she has worked with 

in opening the store has been wonderful, 

she said, and the locations 

manager fell in love with the town 

as well. 

“New Albany is the perfect fit 

— it’s almost like a little bullseye 

right in the middle of everything.” 

The Spice & Tea Exchange of 

New Albany has more than 70 teas 

that can be taken home to brew or 

brewed as a cup of warm or cold 

tea at the in-store tea bar. They also 

blend all the house custom blends 

in store, including tea, spices, herbs 

and a wall of peppers. These custom 

blends can be used in any kind 

of cooking such as grilling, rubs, 

smokes and dips. 

They also have flavored sugars 

and salts, as well as accessories that 

go along with their teas and spices. 

“The fun part about being in 

our store is we encourage all of our 

guests to open our trap jars and 

smell our spice blends,” she said. 

“So, that’s really fun, because 90% 

of our taste is aroma.” 

Gettelfinger said they also 

The Spice and Tea Exchange of New Albany 

has more than 70 teas that can be taken home 

to brew or brewed as a cup of warm or cold tea 

at the in-store tea bar. They also blend all the 

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“Ours are created by a family in Italy 

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olives, so they press them together 

at the same time, which gives it a 

more robust flavor.” 

While they have a huge variety 

of flavors to try, the Tuscany Spice 

Blend is Gettelfinger’s all-time favorite, 

as she uses it in a variety of 

cooking — toast, compound butter, 

dips, spaghetti, soup and more. 

“A lot of people will say 

we’ve got this big family room, but 

we always seem to gather in the 

kitchen,” she said. “We feed that 

whole feeling of family and friends 

gathering in the kitchen and enjoying 

life together through taste and 

through smell and the experience 

of either cooking together or enjoying 

a meal together.” • 

Kellyjean and Noah Gettelfinger 

To keep up with The Spice & Tea Exchange 

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Pictured: (right) Owner KellyJean Gettelfinger and her 

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Explore the Outdoors, in Crawford County, Indiana! 

Whether you’re looking to float down a class 1 stream, tube on the lake, putt a couple rounds, hike a 

trail or two, explore a cave, observe a working alpaca farm, or just sit back and unwind in one of our 

cozy and secluded cabins, Crawford County has everything you need for the perfect outdoor adventure 

this summer! 

Hike one of our many scenic trails, 

including: Hemlock Cliffs, Yellow Birch 

Ravine, Patoka Lake, and O’Bannon 

Woods State Park. Whether you’re a 

beginner or an experienced backpacker, 

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Explore unique attractions, such as Marengo 

Cave and Red Hill Fiber Mill! Choose from one 

of two walking tours at Marengo Cave, or do both! Seeking even more 

adventure? Marengo Cave also offers crawling tours for the most 

adventurous explorers. Once your craving for cave exploration has 

been satisfied, head on over to Red Hill Fiber Mill & Alpaca Farm to 

meet a friendly herd of alpacas and learn about how the alpaca fiber is 

processed into yarn! Lodging is available at both Marengo Cave and 

Red Hill Fiber Mill! 

Unwind in one of our clean, cozy cabins. With dozens of cabins to 

choose from, you’re sure to find a relaxing spot to unwind and relax in a 

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The summer months are upon us 

and a staple of any good warm 

weather holiday weekend is 

a cookout. Whether you are 

grilling, roasting, or barbequing, follow 

these tips to keep your guests happy 

and healthy. 

1. Avoid food being in the temperature 

danger zone. 40° to 140° is the prime 

zone for bacteria to begin growing 

which can lead to foodborne illness. 

Leave hot and cold food out for no more 

than 2 hours (only 1 hour if the temperature 

is over 90°). 

Tips for a Healthy Summer Picnic 

Real Life Nutrition 

2. Have a food thermometer on hand 

to check temperatures. If you have ice 

and/or warmers available to keep food 

out of the danger zone, check temperatures 

every hour. Remember to check 

the temperature of meats coming off the 

grill as well! (Cook steak to 145°, hamburgers 

to 155° and chicken to 165°). 

3. Have soap or sanitizer available. 

Important times to sanitize include before 

and after eating, prior to any food 

preparation, before and after touching 

raw meat or after playing with the kids. 

Sanitize plates, cutlery and serving platters 

between each food item. 

4. Separate raw meats from ready to 

eat food. Store in separate coolers, use 

separate cutting surfaces, plates, marinades, 

etc. Do not thaw meats at room 

temperature. Use the refrigerator, cold 

water, or microwave. 

According to the USDA, 1 in 6 

Americans will be stricken with food 

poisoning each year. Abiding by the 

above will help prevent you and your 

guests from becoming part of the statistic. 

• 

Photo credit: Ellizabeth Roy / shutterstock.com 

About the Author 

Kate Perkins, MS, RD, LD 

is a clinical dietitian at Baptist 

Health Floyd in New 

Albany, Indiana. She graduated 

from University of 

Kentucky and completed 

her internship in Lexington, 

Kentucky. Although she has practiced in a 

variety of settings in the past 10 years, she 

finds most joy in clinical nutrition applying evidenced 

based practices to improve patient 

care. In her spare time she loves reading, 

staying active and trying local restaurants. 

Fruit Pizza 

This delicous fruit pizza, inspired by Pinch of Yum, is perfect for a summer 

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Sugar Cookie Crust 

3/4 cup sugar 

1 1/4 cups flour 

1/4 teaspoon baking powder 

1/4 teaspoon salt 

1/2 cup butter, softened 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

1 large egg 

Cream Cheese Frosting 

12 ounces cream cheese, softened 

1/4 cup butter, softened 

1 teaspoon vanilla 

1 1/4 cup powdered sugar 

Make the Crust: Mix the butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until well combined. 

(You can use an electric mixer or just mix with a spoon if your butter is 

melted.) Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until combined. Chill the 

dough for 30 minutes. 

Bake the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 14-inch pizza 

pan or round baking stone, or line with parchment. Roll the chilled dough 

out onto it, leaving some space around the edge. Bake for 12 minutes. Allow 

it to cool. 

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Using an electric mixer, combine the 

cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy. 

Spread over the cooled cookie crust and chill again to firm up the frosting. 

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Fruit Toppings 

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Southern Indiana in Pictures 

OFFERING HOPE 

Salvation Army’s 

Fresh Start Festival 

The gym at the Salvation 

Army of Southern Indiana’s 

Corp and Community 

Center in New Albany 

was swarming with hungry guests 

amid balloons, displays, colorful 

tables of vendors, and the aroma 

of tantalizing foods and beverages. 

All ages came together May 20 for 

its first Fresh Start Festival, a new 

twist on fund-raising. 

Thanks to presenting sponsors 

PC Home Stores, Schmitt Furniture, 

SamTec, and Kentucky Truck Sales, 

the event provided a taste of the 

morning. Nearly 200 people attended 

the event that featured foods 

and beverages from 20 local vendors. 

Together they raised $50,000 

for the Salvation Army’s Pathway 

of Hope program that helps equip 

families to become more self-sufficient 

through education, jobs, and 

home ownership. 

Other individuals and businesses 

lent financial support to 

help the Salvation Army that serves 

individuals and families in Clark, 

Crawford, Floyd, Harrison, Scott, 

and Washington counties. • 

SMILES ALL AROUND: The Salvation Army of Southern Indiana’s first Fresh 

Start Festival on May 20 was a great success, according to Capt. Jonathan Fitzgerald, 

left, and Capt. Catherine Fitzgerald, right. They presented the PC Home Stores 

People’s Choice Award of $1,000 to The Sleepy Rooster for garnering the most votes 

from attendees for its Hash Skillet and Tres Leches French Toast. Accepting were coowner/executive 

chef Roza Segoviano and cook Kayla Sheppherd. 

MORNING WITH A MISSION: Sampling the vast array of foods and beverages 

at the Fresh Start Festival were, from left to right, Larry Nevins, Ronye Mears, Jo 

Johnson, Kim Appel, and Ellen Heeke. The success of the morning’s fund-raiser will 

lead to a repeat next spring, the Salvation Army captains said. 

PIZZA FOR A CAUSE: Lindsey Lawrence 

assisted her son, Nick Lawrence, in 

handing out slices of pizza to guests at 

the festival. Nick is co-owner of Hunter 

Station Pizza in Sellersburg, one of the 

many vendors supporting the Salvation 

Army’s fund-raising event. 

A TASTE OF MORNINGS: Offering sample tastes of mini taco bowls and breakfast 

burritos to young guests were Jessica and Ernesto Carranza, owners of El Tacito 

Bandito, a new catering business. They joined other vendors in creating a taste of the 

morning at the Salvation Army fund-raising event recently. 


Making a Difference 

The Community Foundation 

of Crawford County (CFCC) 

is celebrating its 25th birthday 

this year. Its history and 

future plans are outlined by Executive 

Director Christine Harbeson. 

“CFCC recently underwent a 

building-wide renovation,” Harbeson 

said, “culminating in a community 

birthday party that included a 

ribbon cutting and tour of the facility.” 

Founding board members were 

honored and attendees assisted 

with the ribbon cutting. 

Harbeson noted that the CFCC 

had planted its first seeds under the 

umbrella of the Community Foundation 

of Southern Indiana in 1998, 

through initial funding from Lilly 

Endowment Inc. Then, in 2004, it 

received its own charitable letter 

of recognition and became a single 

county foundation. In 2021, the organization 

acquired the building at 

4030 E. Goodman Ridge Road in 

Marengo through a gift/purchase 

agreement. The Board of Directors 

accessed the county’s needs and 

planned the renovation and raising 

funding with renovations beginning 

in late 2022 with Schwartz 

Family Construction Co., contractor. 

Renovations included a 

1,500-square-foot Community 

Room, sponsored by Jasper Engines 


Community Growth Through Renovation and Celebration 

Community Foundation of Crawford County turns 25 

The Community Room 

provides space for 

public forums or input 

sessions as well for 

as its own events 

and public education 

opportunities. 

Nonprofit organizations 

can use the Community 

Room for fundraising 

events or large 

community meetings. 

& Transmission, with a kitchenette 

and island; an Education/Resource 

meeting room and office, sponsored 

by First Savings Bank; two office areas 

for CFCC staff; four refreshed 

bathrooms; ADA entrances with 

enhanced safety features including 

railing and lighting; refreshed and 

elevated signage; storage for CFCC 

records and program supplies. 

The CFCC supports the nonprofit 

sector in Crawford County 

and provides more than 30 scholarships 

and other educational funds, 

including adult education, Harbeson 

said. 

Story by Sara Combs 

Photo submitted by CFCC 

The Community Room provides 

space for public forums or 

input sessions as well for as its own 

events and public education opportunities. 

Nonprofit organizations 

can use the Community Room for 

fundraising events or large community 

meetings. The smaller education/resource 

rooms are also 

available for nonprofits for appropriate 

events, she said. 

Building Grant-Making Funds 

Harbeson announced that 

a drive to build the community 

grant-making funds is underway. 

These allow the CFCC to conduct a 

competitive grant application cycle 

each year. The more funds the CFCC 

can raise, the more it can grant to 

the nonprofits who provide necessary 

services. The CFCC’s board is 

offering a 25% match to all dollars 

given to an unrestricted fund until 

$25,000 is awarded. 

“This is the first time that the 

CFCC has offered a match of this 

sort with its own investment earnings,” 

Harbeson said. “The board 

will provide other opportunities 

once this is expended.” • 

For more information, contact the 

Community Foundation at (812) 365- 

2900 or charbeson@cf-cc.org.

HARRISON COUNTY HOSPITAL 

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Connecting YOU To 

Your Personal Health Record. 

What is YourHealthLink? 

YourHealthLink gives Harrison County Hospital 

patients convenient online access to portions of 

your electronic medical record (EMR) anytime, day 

or night. Whether you’re at work, on the road, or at 

home, you can view your lab results, appointment 

information, medications, immunizations, allergies 

and more. All information is stored securely. 

YourHealthLink provides a convenient method of 

communication with your 

physician’s office. Send 

non-urgent messages 

or request appointments 

from your computer or 

mobile device. 

Access or manage YourHealthLink 

with the HealtheLife Mobile app. 

What YourHealthLink Means To You? 

• Review medical information online: your 

medications, immunizations, allergies, medical 

history, results and visit summaries. 

• Stay in touch with your physician’s office by 

sending a request for medical advice. 

• Securely send a non-urgent message to your 

physician or nurse. It should not be used to 

communicate immediate medical concerns. 

• Request appointments online. 

• View details of past and upcoming appointments. 

• Access family members’ medical records. 

• Peace of mind because we’ve taken extra steps 

to ensure that your private health information 

remains confidential. Your records are safe from 

unauthorized access because YourHealthLink 

is password-protected and information is 

delivered via an encrypted connection. 

Important: YourHealthLink is not to be used for 

urgent needs. For medical emergencies, dial 911. 

www.hchin.org/YourHealthLink 


Discover the Delights of Outdoor Recreation 

in Crawford County, Indiana 

As summer rolls around, it’s time to embrace 

the great outdoors and embark on 

exciting adventures in Crawford County, 

Indiana. Nestled in the heart of the Hoosier 

State, this charming county offers a wide 

range of recreational opportunities that 

will appeal to nature lovers, thrill-seekers, 

and anyone looking to create unforgettable 

memories. From scenic hikes to thrilling 

water activities, Crawford County has 

something for everyone. So grab your gear, 

pack your sense of adventure, and get ready 

to explore the natural wonders of this hidden 

gem. 

Patoka Lake Loop Trail, a 30-mile trail that circles the pristine 

Patoka Lake, offering breathtaking views at every turn. 

Thrilling Water Adventures: 

Cool off and beat the summer heat by diving into the refreshing 

waters of Crawford County. The Ohio River, which borders the 

county, presents an array of exciting water activities. Spend a day 

(or weekend) at Cave Country Canoes and embark on a kayaking 

or canoeing expedition, gliding through calm waters as you 

observe the Blue River’s stunning natural scenery. Fishing enthusiasts 

will find abundant opportunities to cast their lines and reel 

in a variety of species, including catfish, bass, and crappie. 

Serene Hiking Trails: 

Crawford County boasts a diverse landscape, 

with lush forests, rolling hills, and 

picturesque views. Immerse yourself in 

nature’s beauty by exploring the county’s 

numerous hiking trails. One standout option 

is the Hemlock Cliffs Trail, a moderate 

trek that takes you through a sandstone 

canyon adorned with waterfalls and vibrant 

greenery. For a challenging hike, try the 


Family-Friendly Camping: 

For an authentic outdoor experience, Crawford 

County offers numerous campsites that cater 

to families and nature enthusiasts alike. Spend 

quality time with loved ones around a campfire, 

telling stories, roasting marshmallows, and stargazing 

under the clear Indiana sky. Camping is 

avaialable at Cave Country Canoes, Sycamore 

Springs Park, Patoka Lake State Park, O’Bannon 

Woods State Park, and Marengo Cave. 

Exploring Marengo Cave: 

Venture underground and explore the captivating 

world of Marengo Cave, one of Indiana’s 

most impressive natural wonders. Embark on 

a guided tour through intricate passageways 

adorned with stunning formations such as stalactites, 

stalagmites, and flowstone. 

Bird Watching and Wildlife Spotting: 

Crawford County is a haven for birdwatchers 

and wildlife enthusiasts. With its diverse ecosystem, 

including forests, wetlands, and open 

fields, the county attracts a wide variety of bird 

species throughout the year. Keep an eye out 

for deer, foxes, and other native animals that 

call Crawford County their home. Make sure to 

sign up for Patoka Lake Wildlife Cruises for a 

guided sightseeing tour on the lake. 

Crawford County, Indiana, provides an abundance 

of outdoor recreational opportunities 

that are sure to satisfy adventurers of all ages. 

From scenic hikes to thrilling water activities, 

this hidden gem offers a little something for everyone. 

Embrace the beauty of nature, embark 

on exciting adventures, and create lasting memories 

in the charming landscapes of Crawford 

County this summer. 

Visit the Crawford County Welcome Center 

5935 S. State Rd 66, English, IN 47118 

812-739-2246, info@crawfordcountyindiana.com 

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Everyday Adventures 

In the spring of 1981 the hottest ticket 

in town wasn’t a concert, a sporting 

event or a Broadway show. It was 

the swings at Milltown Elementary 

School. Kids were lined up for miles. 

You see, the swings had been 

gone. AWOL. Missing in action. Like 

forever. Okay, maybe it was only a week 

or two but it felt like an eternity. When 

the swings came back, you would have 

thought it was the first time we’d ever 

seen one. 

Every kid on the playground was 

losing their mind. It was like Times 

Square on New Year’s Eve. People 

were jumping up and down, hugging 

each other and crying tears of joy. That 

may be a bit of an exaggeration, but you 

get the point. We were excited. After 

a long, boring season, the swings were 

finally back! 

So where had the swings been for 

so long? Great question. I don’t know 

if the old ones broke, were stolen or 

if there was some weird playground 

equipment shortage in the early eighties, 

but I can tell you this, we were desperately 

bored without them. And the 

day the new swings arrived, everyone 

wanted a turn. Including me. 

Unfortunately, I was either the last 

kid to notice the new swings at recess or 

the slowest to get out the door or maybe 

both. Whatever the case, by the time 

I made it there, the lines were ridiculous. 

There was no way I was making 

it through that line before the bell rang. 

But then one of my friends, who 

was way ahead of me in line, offered me 

a deal. If I pushed him on the swing, 

he’d let me cut in line and go next. I was 

usually a die-hard rule follower, but not 

that day. I wanted to swing, and that 

kid was my ticket to ride. 

I was so happy when I was pushing 

him. I couldn’t believe it. I’d beat 

the system. I’d gone from the last in line 

to king of the playground. In just a few 

short minutes, I’d be flying high. 

Waiting in line was for chumps, I 

thought. New swings, here I come! 

Just as I got caught up in my mental 

victory lap, though, something distracted 

me, and I totally missed a very 

important detail: my friend’s swing 

heading right for my face. 

Bam! He flew back and clocked 

me right between the eyes. I went down 

hard, my nose bleeding like crazy. The 

next thing I know I was loaded into an 

ambulance and rushed to the ER, with 

my awesome teacher, Ms. Edwards, riding 

in the back with me, comforting me 

every step of the way. 

This wasn’t exactly the ride I was 

hoping for that day, but I had no one to 


blame but myself. 

My nose was broken and was 

pretty sore for a while, but I guess it 

wasn’t all bad. On the plus side, I got a 

lot of attention, five days off school and 

learned a valuable lesson. 

To this day, that faint scar on the 

bridge of my nose reminds me that 

shortcuts just aren’t worth it. Take it 

from someone who learned the hard 

way. The best things in life really are 

worth waiting for, and usually take 

time. 

That’s not such a big deal when 

it comes to cutting in lines on the playground, 

but unfortunately, many of us 

carry that same shortcut mentality into 

adulthood, myself included. I want 

what I want and I want it now. 

That’s why get rich quick schemes, 

fad diets and preachers who promise 

health and wealth will always be popular. 

But even if those aren’t your cup of 

tea, there may be other shortcuts, moral 

shortcuts, that are tempting. 

We may be tempted to cheat on a 

test, cheat on our taxes or cheat on our 

spouse. We may lash out in anger instead 

of calmly talking through a problem. 

We may overeat or drink too much 

to destress. We may brag or lie or put 

someone down to win the approval of 

others. These are all just shortcuts to 

get what we want. 

It’s not a bad thing to want good 

grades, earn money, have fulfilling relationships, 

and relax at the end of a hard 

day, but it’s the shortcut that can come 

back to bite us. 

Beyond that, by taking shortcuts 

The Swing of Things 

we may miss something good God 

wants to give us as we wait. If we commit 

to doing things God’s way, we can 

learn to trust Him as He helps us work 

through marriage problems, persevere 

through hard jobs and deal with our anger 

and need for approval. In the waiting 

we can grow closer to God, grow in 

character and grow in our relationships 

with others. 

For instance, instead of dealing 

You see, the swings had been gone. AWOL. 

Missing in action. Like forever. Okay, maybe it 

was only a week or two but it felt like an eternity. 

with stress by stuffing my face with 

cookies (not that that’s ever happened), 

when I take time to exercise, pray about 

it, talk to wise friends, or just wait on 

God, I can learn to manage stress in a 

healthy way. The stressful situation may 

not change, but I will, and that spiritual 

growth is always worth the wait. 

Honestly, I don’t remember what 

it was like when I finally made it on that 

new swing after I returned to school, 

but I’ll never forget how much pain 

a shortcut can cause, and how much I 

wished I’d taken the time to wait. • 

Photo credit: Pushish Images / shutterstock.com 

Jason Byerly is a writer, pastor, husband and 

dad who loves the quirky surprises God 

sends his way every day. You can read more 

from Jason in his books Tales from the Leaf Pile 

and Holiday Road. You can catch up with Jason 

on his blog at www.jasonbyerly.com.

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— Jordan Ferguson, Orthopedic Care Success Story 

Jordan Ferguson’s dreams to play college football were nearly sidelined by a hard hit during a game his junior 

year. An unsuccessful surgery left the Jeffersonville High School running back without full range of motion, and 

he experienced a second serious shoulder injury. At the recommendation of a teammate and the school’s athletic 

trainer, Jordan turned to Baptist Health for surgery and physical therapy. Now, he’s prepping for his debut season at 

Kentucky State University, where he’ll also be working toward a career in athletic training — and hopefully, the NFL. 

“Football is everything to him. It’s in his heart, and it’s in his soul,” said Jordan’s mother, Irea Uebele. “Dr. [Kristopher] 

Abeln saved his future.” Learn more about our advanced Orthopedics Care at BaptistHealth.com/Ortho. 

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