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Stillwater County News · Orlando, FL
Nearby: Orlando, FLThe Absarokee-area Red Hat Society meets once a month for lunch and socializing. We are part of a worldwide membership group that encourages women in their quest to get the most out of life.About six months ago, the dream of a group cruise was floated, and it became reality in September. Nine ladies flew into Orlando, Florida, and embarked on a five-day Caribbean cruise out of Port Canaveral on Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas. Some of the ladies were seasoned cruisers and others were first-timers. We enjoyed a chartered van tour of Cozumel, Mexico, with visits to a cultural center, beaches, a chocolate factory, an ocean-view restaurant and shops. A private island day in the Bahamas included more beaches and lagoons. Onboard the ship, we enjoyed relaxation by the pools, happy-hour meetups, great dinners with fun waiters and fantastic shows. Memories were made, and more cruising may be on the calendar for the Absarokee-area Red Hat ladies!
The Warwick Valley Dispatch · Orlando, FL
Nearby: Orlando, FLPHOTO Sunday’s Champions: At center, 99-year-old Evelyn “Grandma Ev” Card, Masker’s honorary First Lady of Apple Pie, celebrates with Sunday’s first- and second-place finishers, Adam Kuczynski and David Reisner, surrounded by their families and friends. The competition brought plenty of cheers, laughter and friendly rivalry to the orchard’s closing weekend, proving that winning isn’t always measured by how much pie is left on the plate. At 15, Roque Sorocki Conquers Masker’s Grand Finale as the Orchard’s Legendary High-Top Apple Pie Defends Its Title New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania share the podium in a memorable championship that closes Masker’s 2026 harvest season — but the biggest winner may have been the pie itself. By Kat Leslie | Warwick Valley Dispatch WARWICK, N.Y. — Somewhere in America, professional competitive eaters may want to make room for a new contender. He is 15 years old. His name is Roque “Rocky” Sorocki.
Kirksville Daily Express · Orlando, FL
Nearby: Orlando, FLCornerstone Church of Kirksville will once again host the Blessing of the Hunt event Thursday, Nov. 12, at the NEMO Fairgrounds. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and the event will start at 5:30 p.m. This annual event has continued to grow in numbers and popularity each year. Hunting enthusiasts from the area and other states have come to enjoy the event while anticipating the opening weekend of the deer firearm season. Hunting season continues to be one of the biggest draws to bring people into the local area. People have filled out information cards from five to six different states across the country. The Blessing of the Hunt allows hunters to come and relax, socialize with fellow hunters, learn some tips about hunting safety, and hopefully take home some really nice prizes. This year’s grand prize includes a deer blind on a trailer and a nice deer rifle with a scope. Winners must be present to win. There will once again be many door prizes from area businesses and vendors at the event.
