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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2017-08-31, Page 11THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2017. PAGE 11. Two years of Ironman training pay off for Studhalter viii �l�l y. I[ vi 1 4 1s l[ 4�11111lEi[71 II' 111iTIC ----'-- - ;, Oil 111, et II Its 2111 A welcome sight After over 12 and a half hours (due to staggered starting times, her time of 12 hours, 33 minutes and 50 seconds is not accurately reflected on the official race clock), Walton native Michele Studhalter was no doubt thrilled to see the finish line of the epic race. She battled dehydration and sickness on her way to the finish line. (Photo submitted) CFAs at reunion, IPM Thinking of becoming a Community Food Advisor (CFA)? Watch the CFA demonstrations at the annual reunion of the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association and International Plowing Match (IPM) and learn what being a CFA is all about. The Huron County Health Unit is currently recruiting CFA volunteers. If you enjoy food, nutrition, learning and talking with people in the community, this may be the right opportunity for you. Training will take place this October. "You can find the CFAs at the Threshers Reunion and the IPM this September. These events are just two examples of the educational, and food -focused demonstrations the Community Food Advisors do regularly across Huron County," says Liz Higgins, Public Health Dietitian. "This year, we're really excited to have our CFAs host a make -your -own apple sauce demo at the International Plowing Match in Walton. And, the seasonal taste - testing sessions at the annual Threshers Reunion are always a hit with the crowds". Visit the CFA booth at the Threshers Reunion on Saturday, Sept. 9 at 2 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 10 at 11 a.m. You can also check out the CFA demonstrations at the IPM on Friday, Sept. 22 at 11:30 a.m. and Saturday, Sept. 23 at 12 p.m. CFA training is free and will begin in October. For more information visit www.huronhealth unit.ca/CFA Continued from page 10 celebrity for a moment. "There's a transition area between each event and, as you went through, they announced who you are and where you are from," she said. "It was exciting." She said the good weather continued as the cycling course wasn't overly windy, however, half- way through the course, she found herself not only battling the race but also herself. "I started puking every 10 minutes," she said. "I've yet to figure out why that was, but it's pretty common for endurance races. You can't control what you can't control." She said she finished the bike portion of the race slightly slower than she had hoped and was penalized for following a fellow cyclist too closely, however in the end she was happy with the results. "All things considered, and not being able to keep any food or water down, finishing in six hours and 22 minutes was good," she said. Next was the run which Studhalter said was a daunting task. "I knew it was going to be rough," she said. "I was severely dehydrated and it was 32°C outside. I walked a lot more than I would have liked to, but, when you're completely dehydrated, you don't have a choice in the matter. I just kept pushing on until I finished the marathon." Studhalter finished the Ironman in 12 hours, 33 minutes and 50 seconds, earning a fourth -place finish in her age category (18-24) and a visit to the podium. Looking back, she said it was an important undertaking that she doesn't regret. She explained there are three reasons she participated. First, she did the race for Sawchuk, saying she was an inspiration throughout the event. Secondly, she said she has always excelled at endurance events from her time at Blyth Public School to F.E. Madill Secondary School. Lastly, she said she wanted to see how she would do. "I never had a race where I pushed myself to the point that I couldn't go any further," she said. "I wanted to find that barrier." She said that watching televised marathons and Ironman competitions, as well as YouTube videos, she could see how much hurt the professionals were in. "They're wobbling and falling over," she said. "I felt that I needed to take it on and see what the human body is capable of." Marion, Studhalter's sister, attended the race with her and told The Citizen that it was an amazing thing for her sister to complete. "It was quite a commitment for someone that age," she said. "There aren't a lot of 18- to 24 -year olds crazy enough to do that." Grey FD budget may increase to finance fire hall expansion By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen The budget for the Grey division of the Huron East Fire Department will be reconsidered in order to ensure the best possible work is being done at the community's fire hall. The budget was discussed at Huron East Council's Aug. 22 meeting, presented to council by Huron East Fire Chief Marty Bedard. The concern around the budget largely centres on a proposed addition to the fire hall. In the 2016 budget, $50,000 was set aside for the work, which will include increased office space, storage, a radio room and a meeting room. However, with the work the firefighters were hoping to complete at the hall, Bedard told councillors that the project would likely be at least $10,000 over budget. It wasn't the potential overage that concerned councillors, however, it was the Grey division of the department was potentially being short-changed. Some councillors felt that council wasn't properly considering the request from the firefighters and was being rather dismissive, especially when suggestions that firefighters • • . r • • ...;•: •• . • • .• Sale September 7th, 8th & 9th 8amto2pm Chamney Building Auburn We accept Cash, Visa, Mastercard & Debit No rain checks - all sales final! Auburn Co-op County Road #25, Auburn 519-526-7262 Huron Bay CO-OPERATIVE INC. use the underutilized Ethel Community Centre, right beside the fire hall, were pitched. Bedard told councillors that he hoped the revenue from both the sale of the former Brussels Public School and of the Moncrieff Hall and ball park could perhaps be utilized to help pay for the overage. However, councillors asked for a report on potential repairs and expansion to the fire hall, saying that if the job was to be done, it should be done properly. It was Councillor Larry McGrath who suggested a report featuring a complete list of potential improvements that could be made to the hall. Bedard, however, warned McGrath that if he asked for a "blue sky" list for the hall, he would get would get such a list from the members of the department that would include a number of potential improvements. Bedard also said that nothing had been cut from the budgets of the municipality's other two fire divisions in Seaforth and Brussels, while Grey had faced cuts in the last round of budget deliberations. A report on the hall and potential renovations and additions that could be made will be presented to council at a future council meeting, at which time further expenses at the hall will be debated by council. Broken Washer? Blyth Laundromat 191 Westmoreland St., Blyth 519-523-9687 PHOTO OF T H E DAY Let us know what is happening in your area by emailing a picture for possible inclusion on our website's "Picture of the Day". 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