Community Interest
Community interest stories about our residents, visitors, former residents, businesses, clubs and organizations.
Former Resident Ron Richards New CD
Many of you may remember a resident by the name of Ron Richards. Ron was a 1977 graduate from Shakamak High School and has since moved to Missouri in 1993.
Mr. Richards has been very busy compiling a cd of his own original arrangements along with some arrangements from songs from the 1970's and 1950's. These are instrumental fingerstyle guitar tunes. One of which he has called The Embury Road where he grew up in Jasonville. Ron says, "I had a lot of great memories growing up there and just wanted to share the tune." His inspiration for the cd was his family.Mr Richards states, "I put the family photo on the back of the cd because they were my inspiration of all my Original Music on the cd. Although there isn't any singing with this, each song that I wrote has special meaning to me. There are also some tunes from the 50's and 70's on it. This an acoustic guitar solo album. I learned to play fingerstyle guitar by Derell Blake who still currently lives in Dugger, In. I met up with Derrell again a couple of years ago and we had a great reunion."
Congratulations goes out to former resident Richards' on the new cd.
You can check out Ron's website at http://www.RonWRichards.com where you can learn more about the inspirations for his music, upcoming shows, and reviews. The cd is featured on CDBaby for purchase and previewing. Click Here
Jeffrey Leever Book Signing Kansas City, Missouri
Author of the book Dark Friday, Jeffrey Leever, visited a Kansas City, Missouri book store for a book signing. Jeffrey Leevers book is a mystery novel for which Jasonville, Indiana was the inspiration. Rita Richards, Ron Richards, and Leona Richards, past and present residents of Jasonville, had the pleasure of attending the book signing and enjoyed speaking to the author about Jasonville.
Pictured in the photo are Leona and Rita Richards, along with Jeffrey Leever.
Jeffrey Leever will be in Jasonville for a book signing on December 1st at the Jasonville library from 1-4 pm in which books will also be for sale.
 | Dark Friday A killer is on the loose in a small Indiana town; five high school students are dead, one is in critical condition, and the police chief is wounded. When the chief teams up with a once-respected journalist, they find that the motivation for these crimes is more disturbing that anyone could have ever imagined. |
Local Celebrity In Transformers The Movie
Many of you may know Michael McNabb, a former resident of Jasonville and graduate of Shakamak High School. Michael made a short appearance and small speaking part in the movie Transformers, which is available now on DVD.
A big round of applause to Michael for a stellar performance.
Congratulations! It's not everyday we see a local resident from our small town on a popular movie such as this.
Transformers 2007 (2-Disc Widescreen)
For centuries, two races of robotic aliens - the Autobots and the Decepticons - have waged a war, with the fate of the universe at stake. When the battle comes to Earth, all that stands between the evil Decepticons and ultimate power is a clue held by young Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf). An average teenager, Sam is consumed with everyday worries about school, friends, cars and girls. Unaware that he alone is mankind's last chance for survival, Sam and his friend Mikaela (Megan Fox) find themselves in a tug of war between the Autobots and Decepticons. With the world hanging in the balance, Sam comes to realize the true meaning behind the Witwicky family motto - No sacrifice, no victory!
Philpot Releases Tour Dates
The band Philpot, originating from Dugger, Indiana, has released their 2008 Tour Schedule.
Support your local musicians. You can visit their website at PhilpotMusic.com.
You can also check out some Philpot videos on WootVideo.com.
January 2008
Date Venue City State/Province Country
Thu 1/3/2008 Reggie's Rock club Chicago IL US
Fri 1/4/2008 The 8 Ball Linton IN US
Sat 1/5/2008 The Dugout Bloomfield IN US
Tue 1/8/2008 The Fine Line Minneapolis MN US
Wed 1/9/2008 High Noon Saloon Madison WI US
Fri 1/11/2008 North Beach Downers Grove IL US
Sun1/13/2008 The Canopy Club Urbana IL US
Tue 1/15/2008 Cafe Nine New Haven CT US
Wed 1/16/2008 T.T. The Bears Cambridge MA US
Thu 1/17/2008 Lucky Dog Music Hall Worcester MA US
Fri 1/18/2008 The Cutting Room New York NY US
Sat 1/19/2008 The Saint Ocean NJ US
Sun 1/20/2008 Cousin Larry's Danbury CT US
Thu 1/24/2008 Indiana University-IMUG Bloomington IN US
February 2008
Date Venue City State/Province Country
Fri 2/1/2008 Big Car Gallery Indianapolis IN US
Thu 2/7/2008 The Verve Terre Haute IN US
Fri 2/8/2008 The Poison Room Cincinnati OH US
Sat 2/9/2008 A1A Music Hall Lexington KY US
Fri 2/15/2008 Rhino's Bloomington IN US
Sat 2/16/2008 TK's Terre Haute IN US
April 2008
Date Venue City State/Province Country
Thu 4/10/2008 The Verve Terre Haute IN US
Support Former Resident in Autism Research
A former Jasonville resident and good friend of mine needs our help. Many of you may remember Angie (Burris) Farrell, that smiling face that used to greet residents with her friendly personality at the Rexall Drug Store. Angie was also a member of the Shakamak Middle and High School Drill Team, a member of the National Honor Society, former Homecoming Queen among other accomplishments. She graduated in 1986 and worked at the Rexall Drug Store throughout high school. She received a degree from ISU and is working in a nursing home doing what she does best, helping others. Her son was diagnosed with Autism a few years ago and she will be participating in a walk a thon for Autism Research and is looking for donations. Here is the email I received along with a link to make donations and view their team page.
"I am participating in Walk Now for Autism to help find a cure for autism. Autism is the second most common developmental disorder in the United States affecting one in every 150 children born today. Despite some promising discoveries, the cause of autism is unknown and a cure does not exist. Research is crucial. Every 20 minutes another child is diagnosed with autism. Not only must we find ways to improve the quality of life for children and adults with autism, but we also must find a cure, and soon.
Walk Now for Autism is our chance to make a difference in the fight against autism by raising money for autism research and heightening public awareness. Please join me in my fight as I raise $500 to help fund essential research. I will be walking on September 20th and would like you to support those affected by autism. You can donate to Walk Now for Autism and join my team online through my webpage at www.walknowforautism.org. Donations can also be mailed to Autism Speaks using the donation form located on my page or send me a check made out to Autism Speaks. My team name is Trey and Logan's Walkers; please note this on your check and the donation form.
Please join me in my fight against autism. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of the more than 1 million Americans living with autism today."
You may donate to her team by visiting her husband Rob's Support Page. You can view their team page at Trey and Logan's Walkers Page. Please support Austism Research.
Welcome to Shakamak Piankeshaw Trails Education Park
The Piankeshaw Trails Educational Park will be moving their program to Shakamak State Park in Jasonville, from Solsberry, as a 9 month trial. We would like to welcome them to the area and look forward to the knowledge of the Native American heritage that they will bring with them. The Piankeshaw Educational Park holds various education programs and demonstrations for students, groups and the public on Native American topics.
Director Sheryl Hartman is planning an event called School of the Native: A Journey Through Time, from April 25th to April 27th. Updates on the event will be provided on GoJasonville as soon as they are available.