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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2013-06-13, Page 22PAGE 22. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2013. VBS is almost here! July 8-12, 9:30 am-12:00 pm Huron Chapel, Auburn Need a ride? For more information, visitwww.huronchapelkids.com The final chapter begins...The Ju ! pm J d aeeN r moa ride? Fwww.huro itrmaatoe infformoonchapelkp tiisn, viokids.com Wacky weather keepsfarmers guessing It has been a roller coaster ride of weather this past week. Dampness kept farmers out of the fields early and then with the better weather, it was go, go, go. There have been some farmers still planting soybeans, some have maybe planted white beans, manure is being spread, spraying of wheat and hay has been cut. The smell of fresh cut hay is wonderful and I hear that it is a good crop for first cut. Many farmers were running out of hay because of last year’s drought and shortage. Hopefully this year is better. We can report that Margery Huether is in Parkwood Hospital and is doing well in her rehab. She is taking short trips with the walker as she regains her strength. We can report that Phyllis Mitchell is home and we hope she is feeling better every day. Maxine Houston is home from hospital and hopefully she is coming along well. Our sympathies are extended to the Cunningham family on the sudden passing of Bob Cunningham. Bob was a lovely man who was always a pleasure to speak with. He moved to Listowel a few years ago but enjoyed his visits back to Ethel and the Brussels area. He was a transportation director for the school board, a cheerful emcee many times, a participant in the famous musicals of the former Grey Central School and just a very nice man. I reported on his 85th birthday party last year and after the paper came out, he called to thank me for the kind words. He will be missed by his sister Estelle, sister-in-law Anna Cunningham and nine nieces and nephews. Our condolences to all. Congratulations to Marie Blake on the arrival of another great grandson. Dan and Tara Blake havewelcomed a new son, Thomas, He iswelcomed home by a big brotherand sister. Grandparents are Murrayand Sharon Blake of Crediton.Sharon Blake has been in hospitalwith a heart problem and we are happy to report she is home and doing well. There was a fantastic support of the Coronation Tea and Authentic vintage Fashion Show presented by Northside United Church last Saturday. There were many area folks in attendance and Walton area folks participating. Keith Wilbee participated by playing the sax for numerous numbers, singing and modelling. He also had his antique car on display. Sherry McCall danced the Charleston, danced with her McCall Steppers, played violin with eight musicians, including her husband Murray and Andrew Patrick, and modelled too. Jim Axtmann had his antique vehicle on display. A great afternoon of music and the fashions from the 1880s to 1970s. Weight Loss: $39/mo! HERBAL ONE 167 Inkerman St., Listowel 519-291-6611 By Jo-AnnMcDonald Call 887-6570 PEOPLE AROUNDWALTON NEWS FROM WALTONThe Knight Open was held last Saturday. The men of the Knight clan gathered at River’s Edge golf course and enjoyed a game of golf and lunch. They then went to the home of Steve Knight where they enjoyed an afternoon of bocci ball, lawn darts, skeet shooting and Frisbee golf. The 27 members of the Knight clan then enjoyed a barbecue to complete the day. They have a great day together with three generations of Knights taking part. Tite Racing held the first motocross of the season last weekend at the Walton Raceway. It was a two-day race and the weather was just perfect for racing. There was a full contingent of riders on hand for the days of racing. Celebrating birthdays this past week include Kennedy Strong, MacKenzie Strong, Ashley Williamson, Bonnie Glanville, Chris Humphries, Rob McClure, Trisha McClure, Anita Storey, Roger Humphries, Shawna O’Neill, Nicole Bernard, Sandra Lewington, Laura Bowers, Joan McNaughton, Matthew McKee, Emily Wilts and Kaden Huether. Happy birthday to all. There has been plenty of activity around the Moncrieff Hall this past while. The Moncrieff Hall Board has been sprucing up the building. They have cleaned it and given it a new paint job to brighten it up. They are hoping to rent it more often for small parties. To help pay for the cost of paint and such they are having a few card parties starting on Friday, June 14 at 8 p.m. Come on out and help with the revival of the Moncrieff Hall. We understand the announcement for the International Plowing Match site in Huron County will be made soon, probably next week. There are four sites in the running and the organizers have been busy meeting with those involved and making sure the “i”s are dotted and the “t”s crossed before making the final decision. A site near Walton is on the list. First motocross event of season Airborne Tite Racing officially opened the motocross season at the Walton Raceway over the weekend with the first motocross event of the season. (Denny Scott photo) Local church celebrates 151 years Duff’s United Church celebrated its 151st anniversary on Sunday. The guest speaker for the service was Bruce Whitmore and special music was provided by Crystal McCallum. Rev. Peter opened the service and assisted throughout. Happy birthday was sang to the church and to those celebrating this week. Lunch was enjoyed after the service with a social time. Thanks to all who participated and helped with the lunch. Announcements included that Sunday, June 16, the service is in the bush at Paul and Dianne McCallum’s at 11 a.m. Those planning to attend are reminded to bring lawn chairs, and a salad or dessert. Barbecued hamburgers will be provided. Park at the house and you will be transported to the site. June 23 will be confirmation Sunday. Continued from page 19 not,” MacLellan told Ryan. He added that when the province does conduct a sound study, a copy is not forwarded to the municipality. The study is simply for the province’s records. In addition, MacLellan told Ryan that any reputable sound study starts at $400,000 and just goes up from there, adding that’s money the municipality simply doesn’t have. MacLellan said the municipality can propose a sound study in an agreement with a wind turbine developer, but that it can’t be placed in the municipality’s road user agreement, as HEAT had suggested. As the group’s presentation wrapped up, Jean Melady reiterated to council that the group feels the Green Energy Act is an “unjust law” that exploits people through its regulations. “If there’s an unjust law, you don’t just lie down,” Melady said. Council took no further action as a result of the presentation, but MacLellan said he would be attending a meeting in Ripley regarding legal options relating to wind turbine noise. Earlier in the meeting HEAT’s Rob Tetu invited any interested council members to the meeting, which is on June 21. Seaforth Councillor Bob Fisher said he also planned on attending. HEAT says GEA an ‘unjust law’