Columbia/Hellam/Wrightsville
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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LXIV • NO 29
A champion for children BY CATHY MOLITORIS
For 26 years, Linda Stillinger ensured the safety of Kreutz Creek Elementary School children crossing the street at the corner of West Market and North Lee streets in Hellam. Now Linda, who passed away in 2021, has been honored with a bridge in her name in Emig Park,
located along South Prospect Street in Hellam. The borough contacted Linda’s husband, Charles, about a year ago, telling him about plans to move and rebuild a bridge that crosses Kreutz Creek in the park. Borough staff wanted to name the bridge “Linda’s Crosswalk.” About 75 people, including friends, family members and former See Champion pg 2
St. John’s residents (from left) Bob Herr, Joni Leuck, Lee Nevers, Marty Schlossman and Carolyn Livingston with items that will be for sale at Fall Fest
Bargains galore at Fall Fest BY CATHY MOLITORIS
here’s a trove of treasures waiting to be found at St. John’s Herr Estate when the retirement community hosts its annual Fall Fest. The event, which features an indoor yard sale and bake sale, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Luthercare senior living community, 200 Luther Lane, Columbia. “We have a bigger selection this year than we’ve ever had,” said volunteer Andrea Robinson. Gently used books, puzzles, household items, jewelry and more will be for sale. “It’s all local items from residents and their families,” said resident Bob Herr. Baked goods made by residents
just cleaned out the library, selecting books to sell at the Fall Fest, she noted. Volunteers have been working for months to sort and price items for the sale. “We’ve been meeting every Saturday morning since March,” Livingston shared. “We’ve been having so much fun getting ready for this. This is a really great group of volunteers.” Resident Joni Leuck encourages people come to the Fall Fest, noting that it’s a fun opportunity to pick up a bargain. “Everything is reasonably priced,” she said, “and the event has a great sense of community.” The Fall Fest will be held in the chapel at St. John’s, as well as in the rotunda, recreation room and main dining room. Free parking is available in a large lot.
Mac and Cheese Fest will serve up comfort food BY CATHY MOLITORIS
Dig into some comfort food when the Merchants Association of Columbia (MAC) hosts its second annual Mac and Cheese Fest. It will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23, beginning at 6 p.m. at Columbia Market House, 15 S. Third St. Thirteen vendors will participate in the competition, which invites the public to sample 2-ounce portions of macaroni and cheese from local restaurants and chefs. Participants will be Hinkle’s Restaurant, Black Olive Family Diner, The Golden
Whisk, Parma Pizza & Grill, Starview Brews, Bully’s Restaurant and Pub, Rose’s Deli and More, Union Station Grill, Prince Street Café, Griddles Malt Shoppe, Taco To Go, Chef Lex and South Lime Restaurant. People will receive a tray with sample cups of each version of mac and cheese, said Daisy Pagan, vice president of MAC. “It’s a blind contest, so nobody knows which participant is which,” she explained. “Each sample will have a number, and people will receive a scorecard to vote on their favorite.” See Mac and cheese pg 4
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will also be for sale, along with chicken corn soup, hot dogs, barbecue and drinks. The soup will be prepared by the chef at St. John’s Herr Estate and will be available to purchase by the bowl or quart for eat-in or takeout. Proceeds from the event will support a variety of beneficiaries, said Robinson. “We support the benevolent fund, and we give money toward Christmas gifts for the staff and gifts for residents in personal care,” she stated. “Locally, we support Hands Across the Street, and we also support the Alzheimer’s Walk.” Proceeds are also used for programs and activities at St. John’s. “We cover the cost of the entertainment at our residents’ New Year’s party,” said Carolyn Livingston. “The money will also support our library.” Residents
Lee Stillinger (left), Tina Sminkey (center) and Charles Stillinger at Linda’s Crosswalk
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