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By Editor | July 13, 2026 |

Upper 80’s the past week and high humidity, thankfully a nice shower of rain near the end of the week of an inch and a half. Crops, gardens and lawns surely needed that. Predictions are temperatures in the low 90’s for this week. Air conditioners are getting a good work out!
Congratulations to Bernie Snyders of Golden Eagle who celebrated his birthday recently. His wife, Gloria, hosted a wonderful brunch in his honor with all the family present. Later in the day everyone spent the afternoon with Joe and Tammi Snyders for a delicious fish fry, with fish provided by their son Colton, lots of side dishes and a birthday cake. The younger generation in attendance enjoyed the swimming pool while the seniors observed and visited. Many more blessed years Bernie.
On Saturday afternoon July 4, Yvonne Baecht visited with Keith, Becky and Samuel Baecht and Sue Underwood in Jerseyville. She enjoyed dinner with them that evening and then they all watched the beautiful fireworks in the park.
My visitors on Friday were Trent and Linda Willenburg of Fulton, MO and their son and family Kyle and Ellie Willenburg, Talia, Tabitha and Zach of Columbia, MO. Before they left to purchase some peaches in the area, we enjoyed cake with ice cream and peaches. Always happy to see all the family and to have them visit each year at this time.
On Wednesday evening the Brussels American Legion Post #685 and their Auxiliary welcomed the community to join them at the Legion Hall for the reading of the Declaration of Independence. The Honorable Retired Judge Greenlief of Hardin did the reading. Mayor Emily Fortschneider and the Brussels Girls Scouts participated in the program of the 250-Year History of our great country. The ceremony concluded with Sarah Kinder leading the singing of God Bless America. This reading of the Declaration of Independence with all Legion Posts throughout the United States participating in the reading aloud of it. What a great evening for all in attendance.
On Sunday morning Glenda (Kinder) Stucker and her sister Gayle (Kinder) Sinclair of Jerseyville attended church service at St. Matthew Church in Brussels. It was the 67th anniversary of Glenda’s Baptismal Day when Rev. Duane Brunette, Pastor of St. Matthew’s, baptized her. Such a glorious day for her then as well as today.
On Saturday evening Clark Schulze was pleasantly surprised on his 65th Birthday at the Brussels American Legion Hall. His daughter and husband Delaney and Jake Schumacher and baby girl had sent out a text message to family and friends to let others know of this occasion. They informed Clark it was his Class Reunion, so he definitely was surprised when he arrived. A delicious buffet meal was enjoyed by those in attendance, along with two large birthday sheet cakes. Fifteen of his classmates and their spouses were present to help Clark celebrate. Many more happy ones Clark!
On Sunday afternoon Anita Nolte accompanied Yvonne Baecht to Jerseyville where they attended the Bridal Shower of Nayeli Hill at the Father Hembrow Center. She will become the bride of Eli Deck later this year. Eli is the son of Denise Witt and grandson of Elmer and Leola Nolte of Kane.
John, Julie and Caleb Carnes of Edwardsville visited both her dad Francis Toppmeyer and me on Sunday afternoon. John was busy picking up all sizes of tree limbs brought down by the wind that accompanied the rain on Friday night. He also sprayed the 10 plus rose bushes and the tomato plants which the Japanese beetles had invaded, plus various other jobs around the place. Julie meanwhile helped her dad with laundry, meals for the week ahead and other household jobs. That evening the Carnes family treated Francis and I to dinner at Kinder’s Restaurant in Golden Eagle. Thanks so very much to them.
Congratulations to Josh Fuhler of Fuhler Plumbing who has accepted a great opportunity with GRP-Wegman. They have hired Josh, along with his equipment. He will continue doing the same dependable plumbing work, just now as part of the GRP team. He is still available to call, just a new phone number 618-258-9000. He would like to thank everyone who has supported him over the past eleven years and thank them from the bottom of his heart. If you need help with anything, just call this new number,
Don’t forget the CEC Jamboree this coming Sunday, July, 19 at 2 p.m. at St. Anslem Hall in Kampsville. Come early and enjoy their delicious sandwiches, homemade pie and assorted drinks.
Birthday Blessings this week to Eric Held, Rod Engle, Carter Rose, Craig Huelsman, Olivia Herter, Michelle Sievers, twins Mila and Cal Bonner, Lona Campbell, Vera Droege, Jordan Ohlendorf, Anita Nolte, Lincoln Tapp, Geneva Bailey, Tom Jacobs, Kyle Weigel, Maci Kinder Cody Kiel, Yvonne Campbell and all others celebrating their natal day at this time.
Happy Anniversary to Mike and Lynne (Hagen) Adams,(17 years) Tony and Traci (Sievers) Caselton, (11 years) John and Mary (Rose) Ohlendorf, Gary and Joan (Snyder) Titus (38 years), Bruce and Diann (Kiel) Sevier (15 years) and all others celebrating their wedding anniversary this week.
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PRAYER FOR OUR NATION’S LEADERS
Mighty God. Graciously look upon Your servants who administer the laws of our nation and grant them wisdom and insight as they govern. May we be guarded and directed in righteousness, discernment and unity. May our leaders govern with love for Your people, service for our nation and deep regard and respect for You. We pray all of this in the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen