Ellinger Residents to Vote on Incorporation

Don’t forget that the issue of Ellinger’s Incorporation will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot. There seems to be some controversy over the decision to incorporate. One can see ‘Vote No’ signs in some yards and ‘Vote Yes’ signs in others.

As I was told, our sales tax will only increase by one cent; no taxes can be levied until a charter is put in place, as well as the five year plan. Residents will have a vote as to what rules will be put into place. Businesses along State Hwy 71 are attracting customers. These visitors are spending money here that can be collected in the form of the sales tax increase if incorporation passes. More visitors to our community puts a strain on the water and sewer utilities. Some of the tax dollars collected could be used to help pay for low interest loans for future infrastructure, such as a new sewer plant.

If you have questions or concerns, speak with Matt Mikulenka, Joe Lamer or Kenny Stojanek. As with any election, get all the facts before passing judgment.

Fayetteville Brethren Church

The Fayetteville Brethren Church, located at 1022 Kramr Rd., will not have in-person services until further notice. The Unity of the Brethren has several Sunday Worship services that are available online.

Brethren Churches offering live worship services at 10:15 a.m. each Sunday are: Taylor - Rev. Jimmy Hejl; Nelsonville - Groseclose; Ocker - Rev. Dr. Brad Herridge; and West - Rev. Gerry Davis. Online services at 10:45 a.m. is Wall with Revs. Tommy Tallas and Ryan Volkman.

Information about Worship broadcasts on Facebook and YouTube may be found at this website: UnityoftheBrethren. org. For more information, you may contact Liz Ripple.

4-H Pointsettia Sale

Fayette County 4-H Clubs are selling potted poinsettias for Christmas. It is time to order your six-inch pot of poinsettias that come in bright red, white or pink. The cost is $10 per plant. In Ellinger, you can purchase your Christmas flower from Rheagan Karisch or Brylee Brugger, members of Pure Country 4-H. You may also call Carissa Karisch at (979) 966-3276. Delivery is set for Dec. 3.

Ellinger VFD

The Ellinger Volunteer Fire Dept. will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The department will drill on Wednesday, Nov. 18.

Sewer and Water

The Ellinger Sewer and Water Supply Corporation will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, Nov. 9. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Station.

Chamber of Commerce

The Ellinger Chamber of Commerce has scheduled another fundraiser. Mark your calendars for Sunday, Dec. 6. They will be serving a drive-thru fried chicken and sausage lunch. This is usually the date for the annual Polka Fest.

Birthdays

Birthday wishes are extended to the following celebrants: Shirley Herbst - Nov. 1; Emily Schmidt and Bo Smidovec - 3; Laura Koehl Brugger - 5; Dustin Machinsky - 6; Tom Kubena, Sarah Horndt Torres and Ellisa Horndt Perez - 8; Sharon Fritsch - 9; Jean Maly and Patrick Thomas - 12; Laura Fritsch - 16; J.R. Horndt and Blaise McKinzie - 19; Shirley Fritsch - 25; and Erin Zapalac Fritsch - 26.

Have News?

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