Area News

Willis
Fifty people were present for the Willis reunion held on Sunday, Sept. 1, at Rogier Park in Vandalia.
Those present were:
• From Vandalia-Patrick Ambuehl; Shianne Ambuehl; Mark Ambuehl; Kayla Ambuehl; Ricky, Ethan and Leland Arroyo; Breanna Junior; Donna Blankenship; Jerry Willis; Trever, Audra and Landon Kious; Paula Kious; Jamie, Avery and Addey Cearlock; Ember Lipsey; Ryne Lipsey and friend Moriah DePew; Janet Bell; George and Shirley Little; Kay Ambuehl; Hayden Smith and Della McCormick.

Settling In & Settling Down
Josie, the going-on-14-year-old “puppy” is becoming accustomed to her new home (as we humans also are), and often just goes and naps on her little bed under the kitchen window and near the AC vent. She has also reclaimed her couch corner, which had not been moved here for a few days. With the furniture here, she seems to be more contented and “at home.”

Niehaus
The annual reunion of the Louis and t Niehaus family was held Saturday, July 20, at Holy Cross Lutheran Parish Hall.
Thirty-three family members  attended the noon potluck.
The family members who attended were: Elden and  

Garrison
The Garrison family reunion was held on Sunday, Aug. 11, at the Phillips Building in St. Elmo.
Ervin Garrison gave the blessing before the noon meal. A short business meeting was held, with the treasurer’s report given.
One birth was reported: Rylee Jean Elmore, on Dec. 1, 2012, to Justin and Natasha Elmore.
One death was reported: Clyde Tharp, on May 11, 2013.