Around Town — Dec. 19

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Orchids to

John Krull for his column in the paper.

the First Christian Church carollers who braved the rain early Friday evening with their beautiful Christmas songs—you are appreciated!

CRH physicians, nurses and staff for doing such a great job in very trying circumstances, over which they have no control.

police officer, Rusty Imlay, for picking up my package, which had been delivered to the wrong address, and bringing it to my home — thank you!

the young man who wished us a blessed day while walking through the grocery aisle at Walmart.

those who stand up for honesty and truth, and condemn those affiliated with and supportive of those who sought to to undermine the 2020 election and our democracy.

Megan Allman—congratulations for receiving the Lilly Endowment Award, from your coworkers at the public library.

Happy Birthday to

Marina Olikara, from your family and Donna.

Teresa Deppe, from Bob, Ryan, Kim, Hannah, Mackenzie Deppe and Eric, Tara, Christopher, Catherine Kelley.

Wanda, from Jerry.

Greg Drysdale, from all your family.

Leroy Fiesbeck, from Bob, Jeri, Janet, and other friends and family.

Connie Sullivan, from all of the cousins.

Janet Poe.