‘Overwhelming in the Best Way’

Gretchen Wilson said she is an outlaw country girl, Blake Shelton loved her small town roots, and Keith Urban appreciated her artistry. And here in Fayette County, she’s still a winner.

Adams was sadly eliminated on Episode 5 of the CBS country music reality show “The Road” on Sunday, November 16, but for Adams, “Not too much has changed since the show has ended. Life is still crazy for me. Juggling family and gigs, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. I’m hoping this opportunity will open as many doors as possible,” Adams said.

As for her friends and family, they continue to show their devotion. “They were sad to see me eliminated from the show, but there has been nothing but an outpour of love and support from everyone. It has truly been overwhelming in the best way, Adams said, “I couldn’t be prouder of myself for going for it, and I’m so thankful for all the kind and encouraging words I have received from everyone. I feel very blessed.”

On the road, Adams said she felt the love and support not only from her friends and family back home but also from others. “While we were in Oklahoma City, on show day, several of us contestants would pop outside to grab some fresh air and just try to loosen up prior to our performances. That crowd came to party. We would walk out the door of the venue, and folks were standing in line and tailgating all day. Everyone would always be excited to see us come outside. Some would even come up and wish us luck,” she said.

Looking back on her experience on the show, Adams considers it a major feather in her hat. “Having the opportunity to open for Keith Urban is a major feather in the hat for sure. Also, just getting to spend some time with folks like Blake Shelton and Gretchen Wilson, who I have looked up to and have influenced my musical career. I can’t count out the lifelong friendships that were made between us contestants, either.

Celebration For Pastor Willie Rotter Sunday

E LLINGER News 

Pastor Willie Rotter will have a birthday party on Sunday, Nov. 30 from 3-5 p.m. at the Parkview Manor Nursing Home in Weimar. He will be turning 90 on this day and Pastor Jen Kindsvatter will lead a short service.

Parks Memorial Service 

There will be a memorial service on Saturday, Nov. 29 for Leona Parks, member of St. John Lutheran in Ellinger, who recently passed in October. Leona was compassionate and loving person who will be missed dearly. The service will be at 11 a.m. at the church.

Ellinger C of C Bingo 

Bingo will be held on Sunday, Dec. 7 at the chamber hall. Doors open at 11 a.m., kitchen at 12 p.m. and games start at 1 p.m. Hamburgers, hotdogs, nachos, desserts and refreshments will be available. Help support the Gardenia Janssen Animal Shelter by bringing a pet food donation, $10 plus value, to be entered in a $500 jackpot game.

Shared Lutheran Ministry The first Advent worship will be at St. Paul in Fayetteville on Wednesday, Dec. 3.

Worship services are still offered on Facebook, You Tube and KTIM 89.1 on Sundays at noon. Ellinger has worship every Sunday at 8 a.m. with communion.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church St. Mary’s Catholic Church mass is every Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 8 a.m.

Brethren Church 

Fayetteville Brethren Church has services the second, third, and fourth Saturdays of each month at 10 a.m. Other services are at Industry Brethren on the second, third and fourth Saturdays at 5 p.m., Wesley Brethren on Sundays at 9 a.m. and Nelsonville Brethren on Sundays at 10:15 a.m. Rev. Mike Groseclose leads all the services. The Nelsonville service is live streamed on Nelsonville Brethren’s Facebook page.

Birthdays 

Birthday wishes to following December celebrants: Stephanie Hayek-2, Arthur Flores and Emma Hall-3, Harper Hess and Pastor Jen Kindsvatter-4, Milton Koehl Jr-8, Nancy Vasut-9, Brylee Brugger-11, Brenda Stardig- 12, Jade Wessels Justice and Jade Wessels-18, Carolyn Bartosh and Grace Ann Matocha- 19, Annie Mueller-20, Patricia Horndt Flores and Jessica Klesel-23, Harvey Hayek-24, Jessica Martin and Bernetta Cook-28 and Michelle Kubena-31.

Have news? 

Send news or announcements to Laura Brugger at ellingernews@yahoo.com by Sunday evening.

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