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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2005-07-28, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2005. Kicking things off Miss Ontario Mid West Candice McLellan of Brussels got things started at the 34th annual Brussels men’s fastball tournament this past weekend, throwing out the ceremonial first pitch. (Photo submitted) Miss Mid-West gets set for busy year By Bonnie Gropp Citizen editor You don’t have to spend a lot of time with Candice McLellan to understand why she recently added a third title to her list of achievements. McLellan. 18. of Brussels, who was just crowned Ontario Miss Mid­ West displays a poise and maturity that belies her tender years. She is disarmingly gracious when talking about her third title, which follows the 2004 Brussels Fair Ambassador and this year’s District 8 Ambassador wins. “I really didn't go in with any expectations because I had never competed in anything like it before. To compete against that many, all of whom had won titles, was a remarkable experience. And it’s a good thing to have on a resume.” Unlike the District 8 contest, the Miss Mid-West event is not tied to the agricultural societies. Organizers contact the winners of any contest and ask if they would like to be compete. McLellan said her reason for deciding to enter was primarily for the experience. As fair ambassador, she said, there are not a lot of functions to attend. And with the CNF coming up. she thought (he Miss Mid-West competition would be an excellent way to prepare. “I went in mainly because of the interview portion. It was challenging because 1 knew that everyone competing had earned a title already.” in addition to nterviews. the competition included public speaking and impromptu speeches. In the public speaking portion, McLellan chose the topic of time, to tie in with the Remember When theme. "I talked about how time can change people and times have changed. Sundays used to be set aside for family, but now people are more rushed. 1 also lakcd about how as we get older time goes faster.” The impromptu speech was the competitor’s favourite charity. McLellan chose the Brussels Optimists. While she has heard the competition being referred to as a beauty contest. McLellan said she feels somewhat sorry for people who think that way. “People who say it’s a beauty pageant are really uninformed. 1 think years go. perhaps it may have been, but now most have realized that the contestants need to he more than that. To represent five counties, to appear before hundreds of people you have to have intelligence, and be able to talk to people. You need to be organized and have good time management skills." While there are many events over the next year that she can attend, including reunions and homecoming throughout the five counties she represents. McLellan said organizers stress that school comes first. McLellan, who is working full- time at a Brussels business for the summer, is beginning her first year at the University of Waterloo to study in the Honours Science and Business program. After competing at the CNE next month, she hands over her Brussels title on Sept. 10, but will be attending the fair Sept. 21 as the District 8 representative. This past Friday she was in the District 8 parade and will be attending the Milverton fair on Sept. 16. She will be at the Ripley Fair on July 30 and wearing her Miss Mid­ West crown at the Teeswater Homecoming Aug. 26 and Aug.27. And this is just the beginning. The Miss Mid-West title means that McLellan can compete in Kitchener’s Miss Oktoberfest competition and in the Miss Teen Canada contest. “It’s all a little intimidating,” said McLellan. “1 guess it’s overwhelming right now. Everything has all been thrown in al once. But once 1 get to school and settle in, when routine gets set. I think I can handle it.” OVER 45 SITES IN SEAFORTH 8C AREA, BOTH DAYS from 10am - 4pm. Both Days Information, maps and brochures at the A Town Hall and Library DoojsSWpcn “ a™®1®* q The Citizen is closed for summer holidays and there will be no paper August 4 The Blyth Office will reopen Monday, August 8 at 9 a.m. Your Neighbours in Seaforth St Area invite their neighbors in Huron County A NOTE FROM BETTY By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-6236 887-9231 Summer continues; another month nearly spent. Hopefully your summer has been well used doing all the things you enjoy. Summer is a good time to catch up with friends and family. When distance is an issue it just makes sense to do lots of visiting when the snow isn’t a foot deep. We spent the weekend in Bobcageon at brother Bob’s catching up on their lives. Jim and family dropped by on their way home from Edmonton and gave a detailed report on Clif and his crew. Bill and Pauline came by with lots of good news about their girls and their growing families, including newest grandson Conner. So all is well on all fronts of the Hetherington clan. Some people are very thoughtful, 1 received a letter last month from a nice man who sent a picture of my mother taken in 1940. Mom has been dead since August of 1968 so it was a nice surprise to find this picture of a pretty young women as w'ell as prints of her wedding and graduation. Thank you Grant Snell until I get to Clinton to thank you properly. So the next time you find yourself pondering over the contents of a box and you just happen to be sorting Community Living holds first draw The Wingham & District Community Living Association (WDCLA) will be holding the first of its annual dinner dance/lottery early bird draws on July 29 at 2 p.m. at the Anchor Pub in Wingham. Sgt. Tim Poole has agreed to do the honours and will be drawing the first winner of a $500 early bird prize. The second Early Bird winner will be drawn on Aug. 26. The proceeds of the annual Lottery and Dinner Dance" go towards WDCLA’s work supporting individuals with an intellectually pictures and paper, take the time to get them to the people who will enjoy them. Jt is such a neat feeling when part of your history pops in and it gives a pleasant wave when people take the time to share it with you. Miss Ella Judith Parker Smith made her maiden voyage into this world on July 15 much to the relief and pleasure of her parents Karen McCullough and Kurtis Smith. As her experience in this world lengthens she will be residing on McDonald Drive. The ball tournament on the weekend kept the village busy - with people to see and some good ball games to watch. Enjoy the folks about you and try to get to some of the nice events available to us as the summer passes. Bye now, Betty G.W. At the Branch Legion still in need of treasurer By Jo-Ann McDonald The Brussels Legion executive meeting was held on Tuesday evening. It was reported that the Branch is still in need of a treasurer. Interested parties should call Norm Dobson. The Friday night supper of barbecue chicken was enjoyed by a good crowd. This week is hamburgers, hot dogs and salads. The Branch was the site for Dave disability in the north Huron and south Bruce area. Training students today creates a pool of skilled workers for tomorrow PASSPORT | “Prosperity To find out more about offering high school students work experience contact the Foundation for Enriching Education Perth Huron at 519-527-0111 ext 231 or visit www.foundationforeducation.on.ca Sponsored by the Ontario Learn'ng Partnership Group and the Provincial Partnership Council Supported by The Ontario Ministry of Education and The Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities The Brussels Office will reopen Monday, August 8 at 10 a.m. FROM BRUSSELS and Karen Hasting’s 40th wedding anniversary party. The Brussels Legion operated the food booth at the Tigers’ fastball tournament on the weekend. Chairman for the event was John Harrison and he did an excellent job teaching the short-order cooks. Volunteers included Glenn Bridge. Allyson Cardiff. Mike Dauphin. Andy Overholt. Gary Dauphin, Dave, Annette and Kyle Stephenson, Jason Breckenridge, Jo-Ann McDonald, Sandra Josling, Eric and Cam Ross, Calvin Semple, Patti Vandermeere, Ruth and Nicole Lowe, Randy White and Julie Harrison. The Branch appreciates the response from those called and the help they received.