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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • VOLUME LIX, NO. 46 • READ THE DIGITAL EDITION ON THE WEB: SNEWS.COM
In This Week’s Issue:
Jan’s Circle Of Friends Surpasses $724,500 In Organization Grants
Section A
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Hometown Flavors Red, white, purple or gold. Mashed, fried, baked orRecipes roasted. Breakfast, snacks, side dishes... Page even desserts? 8A When it comes to potatoes, the options really are endless with this pantry staple. You’re sure to find the perfect cozy comfort food to warm your belly during these last few weeks of winter. Resale Resource Pages We asked our readers to share their favorite recipes. We received many responses, including Pages & 7A those below.6A To view all of the recipes submitted, along with those submitted for past Hometown Flavors sections, visit snews.com/recipes.
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Biblical Message ............. 14A Births.................................... 15A Crossword Puzzle......... 12A “Happy Birthday”.......... 15A Obituaries ............................3A Professor Beam’s “Deitsch Eck”................... 10A Things To Do ................... 12A
Section B
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Student Spotlight Gehmans Mennonite School Polina Filippova Garden Spot High School Jewel Kurtz
More than a decade ago, a closeknit group of friends came together in the wake of a devastating tragedy—the loss of Jan Roseboro. A cherished mother, sister, friend, and community leader, Jan’s life was cut short by an act of domestic violence. Deeply moved by the impact of parental loss, incarceration, and abuse, this group was driven to take
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action. Their shared vision led to the creation of Jan’s Circle of Friends (JCF), a nonprofit dedicated to supporting those affected by similar hardships. Jan’s Circle of Friends Board Members include: Susan Van Zant, Laurie Sauder, Joan Stoner, Alissa Sweigart, Tia Stauffer, Wendy Stauffer and Jaime Damiani. JCF’s mission is rooted in
supporting children navi gating the challenges that follow parental loss. By partnering with established community organizations that provide critical re sources and services, JCF has created a robust grant program to enhance their efforts. As of the end of 2024, Jan’s Circle of Friends has
Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese proudly awarded over $724,500 in grants to organizations dedicated to helping children heal, grow, and thrive after experiencing such devastating circum stances. The top three recipients this year were as follows: Hospice & Comm unity Care Coping Kids & Teens at Pathways Center
for Grief and Loss, $15,000; Good Samaritan Services, $20,000; and Domestic Violence Services of Lan caster, $25,000. Looking ahead, JCF aims to expand its reach and impact. The organization is actively seeking additional community organizations to (Continued On Page 2A)
Reamstown Park Playground Reconstruction To Begin In Spring
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Shopping News Photo by Donald Reese The planning and fundraising committee for the Reamstown Park playground reconstruction project met recently at the playground to begin the strategic planning of the various phases of this major project. The first phase of construction is slated to start in early spring. Shown in the photo, from left to right, are Jim & Jason Lusby, Ben Hurst, Sterling Smith, Amber Luta, Tim Hegeman and Chris Weinhold.