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The Citizen, 2007-09-06, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2007. Strange sighting Sept. 1 brought the alpacas to town to help celebrate the grand opening of Maple and Moose. The animals are owned by Dianne Kirk-Benincasa of Alpace-Trazz of Palmerston. She is one of the many vendors in the store, which features all Canadian products. This is a co-op store managed by Bev Elliott of Blyth. From left: Jackie Riggs, Kahlua, Apollo, Kirk-Benincasa. (Photo submitted ) Powerful Players play ballBy Ellen JeffersonThe fourth meeting of theWawanosh 4-H Powerful Playersclub was held on Aug. 29 in Auburnat 7 p.m.Scott Jefferson led the pledge androll call. The roll call asked whether the prices of skates and helmets were reasonable. Some very excellent points were brought up, including the thought that helmets should be priced cheaply to encourage their use, and also that people should be willing to pay more to protect their skulls. The members discussed dates and plans for the remaining meetings. Meeting five will be held in Belgrave, at the ball diamond on Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. to play flag football.The last meeting will be in Auburn inthe Missionary Church gym onThursday, Sept. 13, for volleyball.Before the next meeting themembers are to brainstorm ideas forthe achievement night. Mary Ellen spoke about the difference between protective and sports equipment. Ellen Jefferson demonstrated how to find the sweet spot on the bat by tapping it, while holding it in her hand, to find where it didn’t vibrate. She tested out three bats and discovered that it is usually three to four inches from the end. Sophie Jefferson led the club in measuring their strength. Of the people tested, Mary Kate Higgins was the strongest.The teaching team for baseballconsisted of Mary Kate Higgins,Erica Bos and Madison MacLean.Erica led the stretches, and Madisonand Mary Kate led the drills. Themembers began by playing catch and then they practised catching the ball and making plays on the field. Then it was time for the Purple Cobras to play the Heavy Hitters. Both teams were enthusiastic and made up a team cheer. However because the Heavy Hitters concentrated more on the game, they beat the Cobras 7-2. All members had a great time and are looking forward to playing flag football at the next meeting on Sept. 1. Now is the time! Preharvest Glyphosate FOR WHITE BEANS, SOYBEANS, ALSO WHEAT STUBBLE with a 120' Boom - makes less tracking WILMAR EAGLE - 120 FT. BOOMWalton Elevators Walton 519-887-9261 1-800-786-1476 Also ~ Off-farm trucking available at reasonable rates Good supply of Wheat Seed available • Soft White • Soft Red • Hard Red Everything you need for Preharvest Parrish & Heimbecker Limited WE ARE READY FOR HARVEST RECEIVING • White Beans • Soybeans • Corn Parrish & Heimbecker Limited The County of Huron wants to say thank you to the county’s emergency workers and has declared a day of recognition for emergency workers on Sunday, Sept. 9. Huron started the annual Appreciation and Recognition Day for Emergency Workers in recognition of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. They want to show appreciation for the firefighters, police, ambulance and other emergency workers in the area. County warden Deb Shewfelt says, “The daily actions and ongoing sacrifices of our local emergency workers to keep us safe are remarkable. The county has asked all local churches to participate by including recognition of the day in their service on Sept. 9. “We are hoping the churches will take a few minutes with the congregation to recognize local members who serve and protect us. It’s one small way of saying thank you to valuable emergency workers in our communities.” Letters of appreciation have also been sent to area emergency workers. The county is hoping everyone will take time on Sept. 9 to thank their local emergency workers. Well Water Sampling Huron County Health Unit 519-482-3416 or 1-877-837-6143 www.huroncounty.ca Sample each season and after heavy rain change in colour, taste or odour plumbing work Pick up and drop off free sample bottles at: Clinton Huron County Health Unit Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Exeter South Huron Hospital Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Goderich Huron County Court House Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Seaforth Seaforth Community Hospital Lab Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Wingham Wingham & District Hospital Lab Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. County recognizes EMS workers