Rising Sun & Ohio County

Community News
www.risingsunnews.org Volume 3 - Issue 6 - June 2009

The Boys of Summer

(1869) Are Here!
Rising Sun 1869 Rules Baseball Team Schedules
Games Reflecting the Early Years of Americas
Pasttime
The Rising Sun-Ohio County Parks & Recreation Department and the
Ohio County Historical Society now have a vintage base ball team known as
the Belle River Ball Club. The team plays by the rules of 1869. In 1869
Rising Sun had a team known as the Belle River Ball Club and played teams
from Aurora and Rabbit Hash.
The current Belle River Ball Club took on the Huntington, Indiana
Hilltoppers in a doubleheader on May 2. Bad news for the local team as
they lost both games. The score is not important; however the team had a
good time and is practicing for the next doubleheader on July 11. The team
will play on the soccer fields by Grand Victoria at 1:00 p.m. Cranks, as fans
were known as at this time, are encouraged to come and cheer the local
team on to victory.
Another game is scheduled for August 22 also at the same location.
Time yet to be determined.
Some of the rules are that only strikes are counted, no balls. Also,
since there are no gloves worn, a one bounce rule applies, meaning that if
the ball is caught on the fly or before the second bounce, the batter is out.
The Ohio County Historical Museum (212 S. Walnut Street, Rising Sun,
Indiana, 47040) is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is
located along the Ohio River Scenic By-way. Museum hours are 11-4 Mon-
day-Saturday, 1:30-4:30 Sunday, and closed Wednesdays. Admission to the
museum only is $2.50 for adults, $2.00 for senior citizens, $1.00 for high
school students, and free for members and children 12 and under. For more
information about the event or museum please call Bill Dichtl at (812) 438-
4915.
BATTER UP! Clayton Lamkin menaces the Huntington
Hilltoppers as a member of the Rising Sun Belle River Ball
Club, an 1869 rules baseball team.

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2 Rising Sun & Ohio County Community News

MAYORS CORNER
I want to take a brief opportunity this issues to thank the veterans who have helped to keep our country
free. From distant shores, deserts, and jungles to the waters off the coast they stand and have stood vigil night
and day so that libertys lamp would not go out. Last
year we celebrated the Year of the Veteran here in
Rising Sun. We had the Travelling Wall at the soc-
cer fields where thousands came to pay their respects
and we erected the Veterans Tower on the riverfront
as a way of remembering the sacrifices that have
shaped us.
Now, in this time between the somber Memo-
rial Day and the jubilant Fourth of July holidays,
which happens to include Flag Day, let us remem-
ber and honor our veterans, living and passed, and May God Bless our troops who are
still in harms way 10,000 miles away from home and family.

Crosses in honor and remembrance of veterans adorn the court house lawn as they
have for years each Memorial Day in Rising Sun.

News from Historic Downtown, Amy Hoffman, Director

Spring is here. The street department and all the summer kids
have begun their usual hard work in tidying the town. I want to thank
them all in advance for their dedication to keeping everything in tip-top
shape. May we all feel the pride of living in such a beautiful place.
The Rising Sun Fine Arts and Crafts Festival for 2009 has been
canceled because of a lack of artists applying to be in the festival. This
was from a delay in the Call to Artists. Dont be sad because this is not
the end. The Festival Committee is already focusing on the 2010 festi-
val.
Our Historic Downtown Program, which is a Main Street Program,
has been Nationally Accredited. To be Nationally Accredited the Main
Street Program has to meet ten standards of performance. A few stan-
dards are as follows: creation of a comprehensive work plan, active
boards and committees, possession of a historic preservation ethic, and
broad-based community support for the commercial district revitaliza-
tion process. Thank you to all the volunteers who share their talents
and time for this program and our community.
Please check in the local paper and our website for any Summer
Serenade information. We are hoping the community will take the time
to enjoy the free entertainment and our beautiful riverfront
If you are a talented woodworker who may be interested in shar-
ing some retail space, there is a meeting on June 18, 2009 at 7 pm in
Heritage Hall. Some local talented woodworkers who are interested in
meeting others have instigated this. This is an informational meeting.
If you attend bring some photos of your work and ideas.
Now is the time to count our blessings and ask God to watch
over our community and all of our service men and women.

ABOUT THE NEWS... July 1st, 2009 Program Sponsors

City of Rising Historic Downtown
The Rising Sun & Ohio County Community News is Publication Release Sun Program
a monthly publication sponsored by the Historic * Articles, Pictures, and Calendar
Downtown Program and the City of Rising Sun to Bill Marksberry, Amy Hoffman,
Items must be received by Friday, Mayor Director
provide governmental units, not-for-profit entities, June 19, 2009 at 12 Noon.
and local businesses the opportunity to communi- Rae Gipson, Clerk Karrah Miller,
* Calendar items should be for Treasurer Office Manager
cate directly with residents of the community. upcoming events in July and
Community groups are encouraged to submit sto- August 2009.
ries, news briefs, and pictures to be published in City Council Members:
the newspaper. Submissions must be made elec- Roy Powell
tronically. Files can be uploaded to Dennis Radcliff
http://www.risingsunnews.org. Disks, CDs, and Steve Slack
other media may be sent to the Historic Downtown Mike Padgett
office at 103 S. Walnut St., Rising Sun. Local busi- Lynn Graves
nesses are encouraged to explore the discounted
advertising rates available to them. For more infor-
mation, please visit
http://www.risingsunnews.org, or call 438-3311.
June 2009 3

ORVComm reaches 500

Ohio River Valley Communications,
the high speed wireless internet service
Big Brothers / provided by Rising Sun Municipal Utilities,
has reached the 500 customer milestone.
The utility was started in November 2005
Big Sisters and has seen steady growth since its in-
ception.
this growth without the support of many
organizations, including RSMU Staff and
Board; Mayor Marksberry and Rising Sun
City Council; Rising Sun Regional Founda-
tion; Ohio County Economic Development;
and Switzerland County Economic Develop-
ment. In the past 6 months we have added

Builds Assets in Marty Dennis, RSMU Superintendent

, reports the utility now has 6 towers in Ohio
4 new tower locations and increased our
customer base by more than 160.
County located at Rising Sun High School, ORVComm offers residential service
Youth McConnell , Holmes Hill, Salem Ridge, Ab-
erdeen, and Bear Branch. There are also 5
at the following rates:
512kps $24/month
Big Brothers Big Sisters wishes to ex- towers in Switzerland County located at 1.0mps $34/month
pand services in Ohio County. The mission of Quercus Grove, Center Square, Fairview, $75 installation charge
the agency is to help children become confi- Moorefield, and East Enterprise. The Hart- If interested, call our office at 812-
dent, competent individuals through profes- ford-French area will be added this sum- 438-3616. We will conduct a site test at
sionally supported one to one relationships with mer and there are plans for further expan- your address free of charge.
caring adults. It is all about building develop- sion in Switzerland County.
mental assets for youth Laura Rolf, Commu- We could not have accomplished
nity Development Director said.
Youth who have mentors are more resil-
ient, less likely to use alcohol or drugs or par-
ticipate in other risk-taking behaviors. They are
more likely to do well in school and have higher
self-confidence.
In order to reach more youth Rolf said
Individuals over age eighteen who want to
have fun and make a difference are needed.
People can become Big Brothers, Big Sisters, a
Couple for Kids or Family for Kids. In addition
parents and guardians who would like to add
developmental assets can refer their child (age
6 and older) by calling the agency.
There is good reason to volunteer... stud-
ies say that volunteering is good for your men-
tal and physical health. Meaningful and reward-
ing volunteer work can add balance and per-
spective to your life. Meeting people, learning
new skills, receiving positive feedback about a
job well done does wonders for you and the
people you are helping.
The Big Brothers Big Sisters Advisory
Board is eager to add representation from Ohio
County to help recruit Bigs and Littles, spread
the word and help raise needed financial re-
sources to support the program.
The Citizens for a Drug-Free Ohio County
has supported the program for several years
making it possible to continue to serve our lo-
cal youth.
For more information, to refer a child or
volunteer contact Laura Rolf, 812-637-1235,
800-689-0636 or lrolf2412@comcast.net. For
added information about the agency
www.bigsforkids.org.
Big Brothers / Big Sisters in an agency
which actively supports the mission of the Citi-
zens for a Drug Free Ohio County. The CFDFOC
meets every third Monday at 11:00 am at the
Education Center of Rising Sun 591 Smart
Drive. You are invited to attend.

Wanted! Your Civil

War Ancestors
The Ohio County Historical Society is
compiling a list of Civil War veterans from Ohio
County and surrounding area. We would like
to copy any information you may have as well
as photographs. If you have any information of
your ancestor who served in the Civil War please
contact Bill Dichtl at 812-438-4915.
4 Rising Sun & Ohio County Community News
Rising Sun United
Methodist Church
Rela
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Lifee Mane TTeam
eam
The goal of the Mane Team from the Rising Sun United Method-
ist Church is to be able to donate at least 6 ponytails of hair! Dearborn-
Ohio Relay for Life will be held at South Dearborn High School's track on
June 27 and 28.
What is Relay? It's the American Cancer Society's signature ac-
tivity - a unique, empowering and fun way to make a difference in the
fight against cancer. Held locally at South Dearborn High Schools track
facility, and at hundreds of parks and track facilities across the nation,
teams made up of family, friends and co-workers join other community
teams in raising money and awareness in the fight against cancer. Dur-
ing the event, team members take turns walking around the track while
others are free to socialize, picnic, play games, dance or participate in
planned activities.
You can buy a luminary for $10 or just donate money. If you have
any questions, or would like to join the Mane Team (remember you do
not have to donate your hair to be a Mane Member!), please contact
Nancy (438-2109) or Janice (438-9856). We can't wait to hear from you!
RSUMC Men's Fifth Sunday
(Because of graduation, 5th Sunday was pushed into June.)
June 7, 2009 @ 5:00 pm
Pitch-in dinner
Entertainment: Bill Madison
RSUMC Mt. Mission Schedule
June 1-3, 2009- Contact Connie for drop off times: 438-4440 or (812)
655-1664. Next pick up date: Aug 31-Sept 2, 2009
Ice Cream Social
The Ice Cream Social will be 1-4 p.m. on July 12, 2009 at the
Rising Sun United Methodist Church, 110 S. Walnut St. Homemade ice
cream flavors are vanilla, strawberry, pineapple, butter pecan, and choco-
late at 75 cents per dip. Baked items & carryouts available. Profit will
be divided between mission projects and John's Island Work Trip.
4-H Fair
The Rising Sun United Methodist Church will be manning the
food booth at the 4-H Fair as a fundraiser. The 4-H Fair runs from July
10-18, 2009. When youre at the fair, make sure you stop by for some
good food and support the church at the same time. Our specialties
include: BBQ with cole slaw, Walking Tacos, and Coney Dogs.
Vacation Bible School
United Methodist Churchs Vacation Bible School at the Rising
Sun United Methodist Church will be held July 29 - 31, 2008. This
years theme: E.D.G.E. Experience + Discover GOD Everywhere. For
more information contact: Pastor Keith @ 438-4431.
Rising Sun Church of
Christ News
Ladies' Crochet meets the first and third Mondays,7p-9p, in the
Fireside Room.
Family Bible Study meets the first and third Wednesdays of each
month at 7p. Bring a potluck supper dish and your children for super-
vised play while the adults study the Bible.
Many youth have proclaimed that they attained a sense of pur-
pose from the week at Christ in Youth. Kayla, who was an eighth grader
when she attended, states, I have felt revived ever since CIY! Nate
says he was inspired to take action, to play a bigger role, and to volun-
teer for church activities. Jessica thinks that CIY is a place for rebirth,
revival, and renewal. Many other teens believe that CIY has given them
a sense of purpose and the answers to many troubling questions.
Pam Coconaugher says, As an adult I have seen the peace and
happiness and inspiration on the faces of those who attend this teen-
centered time for Christ.
This year Christ in Youth (CIY) will be held June 22-27 in Hol-
land, Michigan, on the campus of Hope College. The cost is approxi-
mately $300, but part of the cost can be defrayed if there is need. Check
with the Rising Sun Church of Christ (438-3805) to receive other infor-
mation. This is an eternal investment in the well-being of your teen (8th
grade-High School enior).
VBS at the Rising Sun Church of Christ will be July 26-30 from
6:00-8:00. The theme this year is Funworld Adventure Park. Ages 4
years-5th grade are invited to attend.
Shiloh Baptist Church to
Celebrate Anniversary
Shiloh Baptist Church located at the corner of Sixth and
Walnut Streets in Rising Sun will be celebrating its Church Anni-
versary on June 7. Activities start at 9:30 am with Sunday School
and 11:00 am with services and a dinner to follow afterwards.
The Community is invited to help celebrate!
2009 Girls State Delegate
Chosen by Legion Auxiliary
Teryn Elder, daughter of Keith and Renee Elder, and a member
of the 2009 Junior Class at Rising Sun High School is selected Girls
State Delegate sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Post 59 in
Rising Sun. Ms. Elder will participate in the 67th Annual Hoosier Girls
State Program at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana from
June 21st-27th.
Girls are eligible to attend Girls State if they meet the following
criteria: 1) Completed Junior year in high school 2) Interested in govern-
ment and current events 3) Have high moral character 4) Have strong
leadership abilities 5) Have an above average scholastic standing
Girls State delegates are a diverse group of women who share a
common desire to learn. The delegates varying backgrounds add spirit
to the program. Delegates to the Girls State program are selected by
American Legion Auxiliary Units working with local high school educa-
tors evaluating potential leadership qualities of the delegates. The pro-
gram is funded by the American Legion Auxiliary, with some additional
support coming from other civic and non-profit organizations.
Girls State offers training in the practical processes of self gov-
ernment and good citizenship. Each summer, approximately 20,000 en-
thusiastic young women participate in Girls State sessions across the
nation. At Girls State, the citizens study local, county, state govern-
ment processes. They set up their own miniature city, county and state
governments and administer them according to the laws of their par-
ticular state.
The American Legion Auxiliary believes that educating youth about
the basic ideals and principles of government helps ensure the survival
of democracy. Girls State is a unique citizenship training program in
which Auxiliary members guide the youth of our nation toward an un-
derstanding, comprehension and appreciation of their roles as United
States citizens.
The local American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary Unit
sponsor a delegate each year. Last years Hoosier Girls State Delegate
was 2009 RSHS graduating senior Jaclyn Armbruster. Last years Hoo-
sier Boys State Delegate was 2009 RSHS graduating senior Korey Gipson.
First Time Home Buyers
Clinic Coming
There will be a First Time Home Buyers Clinic Sat. June 13
from 10 am-12 Noon at Heritage Hall, Main Street, Rising Sun.
The program is designed for people who have never bought a
home but are considering it and wonder how to go about it. The
Clinic will also talk about how to deal with bad credit and how to
curtail credit card spending.
If you are interested, R.S.V.P. to Turner Realty at 438-9106
or Beth Terrill at 438-2373 or bterrill@orvcomm.com.
Library Seeks Old High
School Yearbooks
The Ohio County Public library is looking for Rising Sun
High School Yearbooks. While we do have an extensive collec-
tion, several years are missing entirely or are in very poor condi-
tion. Please check your home collection. If you have any you
are willing to donate, please bring them in. Your donations are
greatly appreciated!
We need the following yearbooks: 1923, 1928, 1932 thru
1947, 1950 thru 1956, and 1962 thru 1964.
OCPL hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9 to 5,
Tuesday and Thursday 9 to 7:30, and Saturday 9 to 1. You can
call us at 438-2257.
June 2009 5

Civil War Encampment is July Issue Deadline is

A Booming Success! Noon June 19
Please submit articles and community calendar items for the
July issue by Friday, June 19. Community calendar items should be for
the months of July and August. For more information, visit
www.risingsunnews.org or call 812-438-3311.

Union forces defending breastworks on May 3 at the Civil War

Encampment held at Shiner Community Park.
The weather forecast for the Civil War Encampment was for a
rainy weekend and it reduced the number of re-enactors attending. How-
ever, those in attendance did an exceptional job of interacting for visi-
tors providing lots of information on life during the Civil War.
On Friday to kick the event off a handful of soldiers participated
in school day where several classes from the Elementary Middle School
came to visit. The classes mingled around the tents to learn various
topics about the Civil War and camplife. Robert E. Lee presented two
programs at the school.
The program tent hosted several programs including Abraham
Lincoln portrayed by Danny Russel and Robert E. Lee portrayed by Don
Locke, other programs gave insight into the role of women during the
war and how the war affected civilians.
Shiner Community Park is an excellent setting for the Civil War
Encampment and offers many beautiful opportunities for pictures as if
it was the 1860s again. The battle scenarios had as a backdrop the
farmland, hills, and woods.
This free event was sponsored by the city of Rising Sun, Ohio
County/Rising Sun Parks Department, Rising Sun/Ohio County Tour-
ism Bureau, and the Rising Sun Regional Foundation.
(For more pictures of the event, go online at
www.risingsunnews.org)
The Ohio County Historical Museum (212 S. Walnut Street, Ris-
ing Sun, Indiana, 47040) is listed on the National Register of Historic
Places and is located along the Ohio River Scenic By-way. Museum
hours are 11-4 Monday-Saturday, 1:30-4:30 Sunday, and closed Wednes-
days. Admission to the museum only is $2.50 for adults, $2.00 for
senior citizens, $1.00 for high school students, and free for members
and children 12 and under. For more information about the event or
museum please call Bill Dichtl at (812) 438-4915.

Rising Sun Fire Dept.

Holds Fish Fry June 6
Make plans to come to the Rising Sun Fire Department on
Saturday June 6 beginning at 11:00 AM when they will hold their
annual Fish Fry. Sale of the dinners will continue until all the fish
are gone.
Additionally, the Rising Sun Fire Department announces the
recent creation of a Rising Sun Fire Department Womens Auxiliary
for the first time in its history. Any wives, mothers, sisters and daugh-
ters of Rising Sun firemen are invited to join and these new mem-
bers will be the charter members of the organization.
The first meeting of the Auxiliary was held the week of the
15th of April with about 14 in attendance. Karah White-Miller was
elected its first president. The purpose of the Auxiliary is to aid in
the general support of the fire department in its duties and commit-
ments, whether it is at the scne of a fire assisting firemen with drinks
and snacks, assisting the victims of a fire or other disaster, or in sup-
port of the departments fundraising.
For more information about the new Rising Sun Fire
Departments Womens Auxiliary, contact Karrah White-Miller at 438-
3532.
6 Rising Sun & Ohio County Community News
Future Generations Scholarship
Application Due June 6
The Ohio County Community Foun-
dation would like to remind potential
scholarship applicants of the application
deadline for the 2009 Future Generations
Scholarship. Applications and required
documents must be returned to the Foun-
dation office at 591 Smart Drive by June
12, 2009 at 4:00 p.m.
The Future Generations Scholarship
is available to all 2006 and later Rising Sun
High School graduates that meet the schol-
arship criteria. Scholarship criteria may be
obtained by calling the Ohio County Com-
munity Foundation or by going to
www.occfrisingsun.com. This year the
scholarship amount is $1,000 and will be
paid in two semesters at $500 a semester.
Previous scholarship recipients who
maintained the required grade point aver-
age and remained in good standing with
the college/university are eligible to reap-
ply for The Future Generations Scholarship
up to the designated number of times
specified on the scholarship criteria. This
scholarship must be renewed each year.
The mission of the Ohio County Com-
munity Foundation is to build, manage and
distribute a lasting source of charitable
funds for Ohio County. If you have any
questions concerning The Future Genera-
tions Scholarship please contact Christy
E l b r i g h t a t 4 3 8 - 9 4 01 o r by e - m a i l a t
celbright@occfrisingsun.com.
Spend Summer
Days at Shiner
Community Park
The Rising Sun-Ohio County Parks & Rec-
reation Department and the Ohio County Histori-
cal Society & Museum are teaming together to
provide a full days worth of activities for children
ages 6-10 years of age. The programs will be held
at the Shiner Community Park each Thursday in
June. We will meet at the shelter.
The Parks and Recreation Department will
be hosting the Wise Kids Outdoors Program
from 10a-12p. The program will give children an
opportunity to explore nature in a safe environ-
ment and inspire them to make healthy eating
and activity choices. Cost of the program is $1/
week or $4 for the entire session. Call Jamie Bell,
Park Director, at 438-2700 or email to
jamiebell@orvcomm.com to register your child or
for questions about the Wise Kids Outdoors Pro-
gram.
In the afternoons, the Ohio County Histori-
cal Society & Museum will host the Period Games
Summer Program from 1-3p. Before playing
each game, the children will learn a little history
of the games. Time is built in to the day to make
and take home a game. This is a wonderful op-
portunity to learn about games of the past and
get outside for fresh air and exercise. Snacks and
drinks provided. Cost of the program $3/session
or $10 for all four.
If your child is participating in both pro-
grams, there will be a lunch break from 12-1p.
Please send a sack lunch and drink with him or
her. We will eat in the shelter.
Call Bill Dichtl, Museum Director, at 438-
4915 to register your child or for questions about
the Period Games Summer Program.
Day 1
Graces-A game played in the 1700s till the
1800s using a hoop and two sticks.
Tug-a-War-The popular game played at
picnics or in the schoolyard during the 1800s.
Day 2
Bowl Toss-Native American hand eye co-
ordination game.
Rattler-Native American game to develop
listening skills.
Day 3
Croquet-A popular Victorian game.
Bean Bag Toss-A popular Victorian game.
Day 4
Vintage Base Ball-Learn to play by the
rules of 1868.
Children may attend the morning program
only, the afternoon program only or may choose
to attend both programs. Payment must be made
separately to each department. Please dress chil-
dren in play clothes and tennis shoes. All pro-
grams are weather-permitting.
2009 Rising Sun
Art Workshops
June 5, 6, 7
Dynamic Pastel Portraits
Ron Monsma
July 11 & 12
Adventures in Art & Creativity
Nita Leland
August 115 5 & 1 6
16
Small Still Life Painting (Oil or Watercolor)
Joyce Washon
For more information, contact Vera
Curnow at (812) 438-4300 or e-mail her at
veracurnow@gmail.com
June 2009 7

Summer Art Camp!

At the Rising Sun Arts
Academy
Classes will be held for two weeks, Mon-
day through Thursday for Kids Ages 5 to 12.
Join the fun as we, draw, sculpt, paint, and cre-
ate!
Week One June15th to June 18th
Clay sculpture, self portraits and mosaics
Week two June 22nd to June 25th
Clay, wood sculpture, and jewelry
SESSION A Ages 5-8 9:00 to 10:15
SESSION B Ages 9-12 10:30 to 11:45
Art Camp Student Exhibit, showcasing
our amazing kids July 3rd 6:00 to 9:00 at the
Pendleton Art Center
Classes are $30.00 per week or $40.00
for both! Ask about our family discounts, avail-
able for two or more students. All class will be
held at the Pendleton Art Center, Arts Academy
Classroom located at 201 Main St. Rising Sun,
IN. Call (812) 438-9563 or email
info@rsartsacademy.org . Registration forms
are available at the Pendleton Art Center.
Register today class size is limited!
This project is funded by the Rising Sun Re-
gional Foundation
8 Rising Sun & Ohio County Community News

Call for Artists: Census-

Themed Exhibition
Planned
This is a call to all local artists to participate! As some of
you may know the City of Rising Sun has hosted the IACT Leader-
ship Conference for 4 years now and we will be hosting this year
July 15 thru 17. These IACT members are Government Officials
from around the state of Indiana. We are going to have an Art
Exhibit during the conference featuring local artists and the
theme of the exhibit is Everyone Counts - Census Aware-
ness 20
20110
0. This will not only promote the upcoming Census
but also the artists in our community. The Census is very impor-
tant to our community as the data collected is what the federal
government uses to allocate more than $300 billion in funds an-
nually for community programs and services across the United
States.

Pendleton Arts Center, Main Street, Rising Sun, Indiana

June 2009 9

Rural Heritage GENERAL ASSEMBLY UPDATE

An Ohio County Perspective from Dill Dorrell
Tour Coming to The Indiana General Assembly want to add table games such as blackjack

Town June 20th ended its 2009 Regular Session on April

The Ohio County Historical Society has
partnered with the Switzerland County Histori-
cal Society to present a rural heritage tour of
historic buildings in the two counties. In Ohio
County the tour includes three barns and a
church. In Switzerland County there are four
barns, a school, and a church. Some of the
barns are part of a working farm while others
may still be used for storage. Three of the barns
are part of future plans for interpretation sites
The tour was developed because our
rural heritage is rapidly disappearing or simply
being forgotten. Barns, farmhouse, one-room
schools, churches, and fraternal organization
buildings can easily be overlooked in our cur-
rent-day mobile society. Residents move away
and often take with them the knowledge of
these buildings. Many of the buildings fall into
disrepair and are lost to us. By conducting this
tour we will enlighten local residents of some
of the unique buildings that dot the country-
side with the goal of inspiring others to take on
a project of their own to save a building.
Some of the sites will include people to
talk about the buildings or plans for the build-
ings. One stop will include an exhibit of an-
tique farming equipment, and another site or
two will feature a couple of artists painting a
scene from site.
Cost of the tour is $8.00 a person and
includes a map to the sites and a tour booklet.
These can be purchased at either Historical
Society.
The Ohio County Historical Museum (212
S. Walnut Street, Rising Sun, Indiana, 47040)
is listed on the National Register of Historic
Places and is located along the Ohio River Sce-
nic By-way. Museum hours are 11-4 Monday-
Saturday, 1:30-4:30 Sunday, and closed
Wednesdays. Admission to the museum only
is $2.50 for adults, $2.00 for senior citizens,
$1.00 for high school students, and free for
members and children 12 and under. For more
information about the event or museum please
call Bill Dichtl at (812) 438-4915.
29 but did not reach agreement on a bien-
nial budget. Governor Mitch Daniels will
call for a Special Session to begin on or
about June 15. The General Assembly
must act on a new budget before July 1;
the current biennial budget ends June 30.
A Special Budget Sub-Committee be-
gan the process in mid-May by requesting
an updated/revised revenue forecast and
updated revenue receipts from the Indiana
Department of Revenue. The information
was delivered to the sub-committee and the
Governor at the end of May. Governor
Daniels will provide the sub-committee
with his proposed budget in early June.
The Special Budget Sub-Committee will
meet to consider the Governors proposal
and, hopefully, work out differences be-
tween his priorities and their priorities prior
to the beginning of the Special Session.
Gaming issues likely will arise dur-
ing the Special Session, particularly since
legislators are dealing with the budget.
Topping the list is a push by Lake County
lawmakers to move one of two Gary casi-
nos from Lake Michigan to the intersection
of I-65 and the Borman Expressway and
make it a land operation. The casinos at
the Anderson and Shelbyville horse tracks
to their 2,000 slot machines. And, Fort
Wayne is lobbying for a voter referendum
that would let its residents decide whether
they would like a casino in Allen County.
Rising Sun and Ohio County oppose any
change to the casinos at the Anderson and
Shelbyville tracks; current operations at the
Shelbyville casino have dramatically de-
creased Grand Victorias revenue and thus
local governments revenue. Likewise, we
are skeptical about any changes to the cur-
rent gaming statute that would allow for
land-based casinos in some areas and not
others.
A major bill that dealt with several
provisions for local government also failed
to pass during the Regular Session. The
proposal contained language regarding re-
assessment, referenda for capital projects,
transfer of monies between funds and
dates for local government budget adop-
tion. These issues are expected to be acted
upon during the Special Session, also.
Contact State Senator Johnny
Nugent at 1-800-382-9467 and State Rep-
resentative Bob Bischoff at 1-800-382-
9842 for additional information about the
Special Session or to express your opinion
about legislation under consideration.

Wellness Spa
Open for Business
The Rising Sun Wellness Spa is up and
running full steam ahead. The purchase of the
Victorian Home was finalized in March of this
year and owner Kathy Engelhardt proudly
"Christened" the property by breaking a bottle
of champagne on the front stoop.
The Wellness Spa is her to PROMOTE
WHOLE HEALTH.....Mental, Emotional, Spirtual
and Physical! Therapies currently offered are
Massage, Therapuetic Massage, Hot Stone Mas-
sage, Organic Body Wraps, Firming and Toning/
Detoxing Packages, Energy Work such as Reiki
and Healing Touch, Craniosacral Therapy, Re-
flexology, Ear Candling, and Life Coaching (get-
ting Un-Stuck, and quieting the mind). The
surroundings of this Victorian Home offer a
soothing and healing ambiance. You can't help
but feel relaxed there.
All therapies are by appointment only
..... so please call for information or to make an
appointment. 812-534-3305 EX 1. Our goal is
to help each other in creating optimal health
and well-being and finding more JOY in our lives.
We are proud to be located in the heart
of Rising Sun.
10 Rising Sun & Ohio County Community News

The Circus Comes to Rising Sun Post Cards

The Kelly Miller Circus returned to on the highwire with an acrobat below. Of
Rising Sun on April 29 with two family- particular daring was when the motorcy-
from Rising
friendly shows that thrilled everyone with clist made the motorcycle and acrobat re-
amazing acrobatics and aerial tricks. This volve around in a 360 degree circle. This
Sun Coming
was the third time the circus came to Ris- is good entertainment and watching how
ing Sun as a fundraiser for the Ohio County efficient the crew is at putting up and tak- Again
Historical Society. The day began as the ing down the circus in one-day is simply
An upcoming exhibit at Pendleton
sun peeked over the amazing.
Art Center lets artists express themselves
h i l l s o f Ke n t u c k y. The Circus was about Rising Sun. Returning to the
Trucks rumbled into sponsored by Pendleton Art Center this September is the
town heading for MainSource Bank. "Postcards from Rising Sun" exhibit. Let
River Front Park and The Ohio County your artistic expression come to life as you
within two hours the Historical Museum create a picture post card representing the
big top was raised ( 21 2 S . Wa l n u t beauty of Rising Sun and Ohio County.
and the circus was Street, Rising Sun, The rules are as follows: Adults 18
ready to go. Indiana, 47040) is and over, should be an original piece, all
Over 800 listed on the National media accepted. Entries must be two di-
people attended the Register of Historic mensional 5 x 7 inches,and suitable for re-
circus to see el- Places and is located production. Each artist may submit up to
ephants, horses, and, One of the Kelly Miller elephants gets a cool along the Ohio River five entries. Framing is not required, but,
a mat or appropriate finish is appreciated.
new this year, tigers. shower during the day. Scenic By-way. Mu-
The show will run the month of Sep-
The tigers were the seum hours are 11-4 tember. For more information contact the
first act and just like any cat that you want Monday-Saturday, 1:30-4:30 Sunday, and Pendleton Art Center 438-9900.
to do something they do it with a complaint closed Wednesdays. Admission to the mu-
by snarling. If you like clowns and slap- seum only is $2.50 for adults, $2.00 for
stick two entertaining clowns performed senior citizens, $1.00 for high school stu-
several skits in between acts. Always en- dents, and free for members and children Calling All
tertaining is the little windup elephant skit. 12 and under. For more information about
The elephant is a little dog in an elephant the event or museum please call Bill Dichtl
costume. at (812) 438-4915.
Woodworkers!
A new act this year was a motorcycle Do you enjoy woodworking? Have
you ever thought about how nice it would
be to have space where you could sell your
products to the public? Please come join
us in Rising Sun at Heritage Hall (214 Main
Street, Rising Sun) June 18, 2009 at 7:00
pm. This meeting of regional woodwork-
ers will explore the idea of having a co-op-
erative retail space in Rising Sun. The spe-
cifics of this venture would be discussed
at this meeting; however you should bring
pictures of your creations.
If you have any questions or cannot
attend the meeting and would like more in-
formation please call Amy Hoffman at the
Historic Downtown Program office at
81 2 . 4 3 8 . 27 5 0 or email
ahoffman@orvcomm.com.

GARDEN OF THE
WEEK Sponsored
by the America in
Bloom Committee
As part of its effort to make Rising
Sun even more vibrant in color, the Rising
Sun America in Bloom Committee is spon-
soring a GARDEN OF THE WEEK RECOGNI-
TION. Beginning June 1st a garden in Ris-
ing Sun will be selected. You will know you
have been selected as the garden of the
week when you see an AIB Garden of the
Week sign indicating the recognition. Also
an America in Bloom Committee member
will contact you for permission to put your
name and story in the local paper.
So beginning June 1 be on the look-
out for the Garden of the week sign. For
more information or questions you can
email denversiekmanep@yahoo.com or
call 438-1230.
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2009 Ohio County Community Fair Schedule

Thur sda
sdayy, July 9, 2009
Thursda Tuesda
uesdayy, July 1 4, 2009
14,
6:00 Jr. & Sr. Ambassador (Rising Sun Church of Christ) 10:00 12:00 Clover Bud Picnic
6:30 Public Speaking/Demonstrations 10:00 1:00 Livestock Judging
7:00 Fashion Review 11:00 2:00 Indiana Pacer Fan Van
Frida
ridayy, July 1 0, 2009
10, 1:00 Fun @ the Fair
7:30 Horse & Pony Registration 3:00 Pocket Pets
8:00 Horse & Pony Contesting 3:30 Cat Show
4:30 Gates Open 5:00 Parade of Champions (Show Arena)
6:00 Pedal Pull Exhibit Hall Winners
5:00-7:00 Tractor Pull Registration 4:00 8:00 Exhibit Hall Open
7:00 Tractor Pull 6:00 Goat Show
Satur
Saturdada
dayy, July 1111 , 2009 Wednesda
ednesdayy, July 1 5, 2009
15,
8:00 Helpers Meeting 9:00 Poultry/Waterfowl Show
8:30 Judges Meeting 11:00 Fun @ the Fair
9:00 12:00 Enter Exhibit Hall Projects, including ALL Species 1:00 Archery Shoot (In case of rain at True Value)
Posters 4:00 Wet Class Beef Show
1:00 Rocket Shoot 4:00 8:00 Exhibit Hall Open
3:00 Open Class Pie & Cake Entry/Judging (Exhibit Hall) 6:00 Swine Show
5:00 County Queen Contest Thur sda
sdayy, July 1
Thursda 6, 2009
16,
4:30 6:00 Flat Drags Registration & Inspection 8:00 Rabbit Show
6:30 Flat Drags 12:30 Fun @ the Fair
Sunda
Sundayy, July 12, 2009 2:00 3:00 Enter Cow/Calf
7:30 Horse & Pony Registration 4:00 8:00 Exhibit Hall Open
8:00 Horse & Pony Show 6:00 Beef Show
4:00 9:00 Livestock Check In: 2 Loading Docks Auction off Wheel Barrows between Heifer and Steer Show
Visual health check by DVM Release of Home Animals after Beef Show until 11:00PM
6:00 Dog Show Frida
ridayy, July 1 7, 2009 (Gat
17, (Gatee Entr y)
Entry)
4:00 8:00 Exhibit Hall Open 8:00-10:00AM Release of Home Animals
Monda
Mondayy, July 1 13,3, 2009 11:00 Supreme Showmanship
7:00-8:00AM Enter Rabbits, Poultry, and Waterfowl 1:30 Fun @ the Fair
8:30 Livestock Mandatory Meeting & Class Signup all 4:00 6:00 Farm Bureau Pork Chop BBQ
species 4:00 8:00 Exhibit Hall Open
9:30 Livestock Weigh In & Auction Pictures 6:00 Rotary/Fair Board Livestock Auction
9:30 Sheep 10:30 Goat 11:30 Swine 12:30 Beef Satur
Saturdadayy, July 1
da 8, 2009
18,
10:00 Check Livestock Record Sheets 6:00AM Auction Animal Release
1:30 Fun @ the Fair 7:00 9:00 Rabbit, Poultry & Waterfowl Release
4:00 8:00 Exhibit Hall Open 8:00 4:00 Fair Grounds Clean Up
6:00 Dairy Show 9:00 11:00 Exhibit Hall Project Release
7:00 Sheep Show 10:00 Exhibit Hall Clean Up
8:00 Share the Fun Skits 5:00 Baby Contest Heritage Hall

2009 America in Bloom Contest Deadline is June 5th

12 Rising Sun & Ohio County Community News

Community Calendar To see your event in print, email it to news@risingsunnews.org.

Full 2009 Community Fair Schedule on page 11.
EVENT DATE TIME LOCATION
Rising Sun Rotary Club Meeting-----Every Monday at Noon 12:00 PM Dining Right on the River
Ladies Crochet "Sew Crafty" (meets first and third Mondays) 7:00 PM Rising Sun Church of Christ Fireside Room
Family Bible Study (meets first and third Wednesdays) 7:00 PM Rising Sun Church of Christ Fireside Room
Reformers Unanimous---Every Friday Evening 7:00 PM Hope Baptist Church Dillsboro
Wise Kids Outdoor Program and Period Games Summer Program (held 10:00 AM to
Every Thursday in June) 3:00 PM Shiner Community Park
Tyke Hike---Every Tuesday Morning in June 10:00 AM Shiner Community Park
Job Skills Training Program 6/1 - 8/12 Denver Siekman Environmental Park
RSUMC Mountain Mission 6/1 - 6/3 Rising Sun United Methodist Church
4-H Camp 6/3 - 6/6 Camp Higher Ground, West Harrison
First Friday 6/5 Pendleton Art Center
Rising Sun Art Workshop "Dynamic Pastel Portraits" 6/5 - 6/7 Contact Vera Curnow 438-4300 for more information
Deadline to Register for 5th Annual Rising Sun America in Bloom Contest 6/5 4:00 PM Denver Siekman Environmental Park
4-H Cloverbud Camp 6/6 9:00 AM Denver Siekman Environmental Park
Rising Sun Fire Department Fish Fry 6/6 11:00 AM Rising Sun Fire Department
Men's Fifth Sunday (delayed due to graduation weekend) 6/7 5:00 PM Rising Sun United Methodist Church
Citizens for a Drug Free Ohio County 6/8 11:00 AM Education Center of Rising Sun
AIB Judges in Rising Sun 6/8 - 6/12 City of Rising Sun
Summer Art Camp 6/8 - 6/18 Rising Sun Arts Academy @ Pendleton Art Center
4-H Poster Workshop 6/9 7:00 PM Purdue Cooperative Extension Office
Future Generations Scholarship Application Deadline 6/12 4:00 PM Ohio County Community Foundation
First Time Home Buyers Clinic 6/13 10:00 AM Heritage Hall
Flag Day 6/14
Rising Sun Arts Academy 6/15 - 6/18 Pendleton Art Center
Pork Quality Assurance Training 6/17 6:30 PM Purdue Cooperative Extension Office
Woodworker Meeting 6/18 7:00 PM Heritage Hall
Deadline for the July issue Rising Sun Community News 6/19 12:00 PM www.risingsunnnews.org or 438-3311
Summer Identification Day for Rabbits and Poultry 6/20 8:00 AM Ohio County Fairgrounds
ORSANCO River Sweep 6/20 8:00 AM Riverfront
Rural Heritage Tour 6/20 10:00 AM Throughout Ohio County
Father's Day 6/21
First Day of Summer 6/21 10:45 AM
Rising Sun Arts Academy 6/22 - 6/25 Pendleton Art Center
Various Scholarship Awards announced 6/26 Ohio County Community Foundation
Summer Piano Recital 6/27 Rising Sun Arts Academy @ Pendleton Art Center
Art School Summer Show 6/27 Rising Sun Arts Academy @ Pendleton Art Center
Relay for Life 6/27 & 28 South Deartborn High School, Aurora
Fourth of July Fireworks 7/4 dark Shiner Community Park
Ohio County 4-H Community Fair 7/10 - 7/18 Ohio County Fairgrounds
Juried Art Exhibition: Census Awareness 7/10 - 8/27 Pendleton Art Center
Rising Sun Art Workshop "Dynamic Pastel Portraits" 7/11 - 7/12 Contact Vera Curnow 438-4300 for more information
Belle River 1869 Rules Baseball Game 7/11 1:00 PM Garnd Victoria Soccer Fields
Mystery Dinner Theater: "I Loathe a Parade" 7/11 6:00 PM Denver Siekman Environmental Park
Car Show 7/12 Downtown Rising Sun
Ice Cream Social 7/12 1:00 PM Rising Sun United Methodist Church
Rising Sun Regional Foundation Grant Deadline 7/15
IACT Leadership Conference 7/15 - 7/17
Deadline for the August issue Rising Sun Community News 7/17 12:00 PM www.risingsunnnews.org or 438-3311
Detmer Family Reunion 7/19 1:00 PM 1st United Church of Christ
Beast of the Southeast Cross Country 5K Walk and Run 7/25 9:00 AM Denver Siekman Environmental Park
Vacation Bible School 7/26 - 7/30 Rising Sun Church of Christ
Vacation Bible School 7/29 - 7/31 Rising Sun United Methodist Church

Legion Auxiliary Announces Scholarships

Kyle and Korey Gipson, sons of Larry and Rae Lynn Gipson,
members of the 2009 Senior Class at Rising Sun High School each
received the American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship for 2009 in
the amount of $500. Kyle is a member of the Sons of the Ameri-
can Legion Post 59 Kyle plans to attend Ivy Tech State College
this fall, studying computer technology. Korey plans to attend
Ivy Tech State College this fall for general courses. Koreys focus
is Physical Therapy.
Kevin Gregory, son of Brian and Debbie Gregory, and a
member of the 2009 Senior Class at Rising Sun High School re-
ceived the American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship for 2009 in the
amount of $500. Gregory plans to attend Ivy Tech State College
this fall, studying engineering.
Seniors are eligible to apply for the American Legion Aux-
iliary Scholarship if they meet the following criteria:
Applicants shall be a child, step-child or grandchild of a
member of the American Legion, Sons of the American Legion or
Auxiliary Post # 59. Candidates may also be similarly related to
an active duty member of the military.
Applicants must be in their senior year of high school.
Consideration is based on the following:
a. Character
b. Americanism
c. Leadership
d. Financial Need
e. Academic
The women of the American Legion Auxiliary make a dif-
ference in the lives of all Americans. They educate children, or-
ganize community events and help our nations veterans through
legislative action and volunteerism. The American Legion Auxil-
iary is the worlds largest womens patriotic service organization
with nearly 1 million members in 10,100 communities. Auxiliary
members are a unique group of women, joined in the fellowship
of volunteerism, patriotism, and dedication to veterans, young
people, and communities. This year the Auxiliary has increased
their scholarships from $250 to $500 for 2 recipients. The Ameri-
can Legion added an additional scholarship in the amount of $500
for 2009 as they had no expense for Hoosier Boys State Delegate
this year. The local Post focuses on supporting war veterans and
their families through many community programs. All branches
of the post support local students through various educational
initiatives and scholarships.
The local American Legion Auxiliary Unit offers two $500
Scholarships each year. Last years recipients were 2008 RSHS
graduating seniors Kale Stewart and Ashley Cochran.