Local News Headlines: August 24, 2022

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Hagerstown Little League eliminated from Little League World Series with 10-0 loss
The clock has struck midnight on Hagerstown’s Cinderella run after a 10-0 loss on Tuesday in the Little League World Series sends the regional champion boys back home to Indiana. The heartbreaking loss came on the wings of the Hagerstown boys being only a single run away from earning their shot at the U.S. championship on Monday afternoon. After rallying back against Southeast Region Champion Nolensville Tennessee to tie the game in the sixth inning, Hagerstown came up short of ending the game, despite having runners on bases, and instead went on to lose in extra innings. Hagerstown had a final shot to stay alive, but awaiting them in the elimination bracket was Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, the Mid-Atlantic Region champions. Coming into the elimination game, Hagerstown champions of the Great Lakes Region won a nail-biting matchup against Midwest Region Champion Davenport Iowa with an 8-7 win on a walk-off run before coming up short to Nolensville Tennessee.

Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, (Mid-Atlantic Region) found themselves in the elimination bracket early after losing to Southwest Region Champion Pearland Texas but already notched two victories to stave off being sent home with a 7-5 win over New England Region Champion Middleboro MA and a 7-1 win over Metro Region Champion Massapequa New York. While Hoosiers hoped Hagerstown could bounce back after a tough loss, Hollidaysburg continued their streak of staying alive with their back against the wall and delivered a decisive win against team Indiana with the game being called early due to a 10-0 lead before the fifth inning. Despite the loss, the Hagerstown boys still had a remarkable run that has earned praise from all across the state.

What’s Happening at Monroe Lake

Paynetown Activity Center: Fall Hours
Please note that the Activity Center, located next to the swimming beach at Paynetown SRA, will switch to its fall operating schedule beginning Aug. 20. Fall hours are 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays only.

Flora Field Days, Sept. 6 / October 4
Want to work on your flora identification skills? Practice with a naturalist! Field day emphasis is on proper use and application of an ID key, which opens the door to identifying thousands of species. The naturalist will work with each attendee based on their prior experience. If you’ve never worked with flower ID before, this is a great way to learn. If you have prior experience, this is a fun way to practice your skills (and maybe add some new blooms to your life list!). Free, recommended for ages 12+, 2 hours.

Salt Creek Valley History Week, Sept. 10-16 (multiple locations)
For our second annual Salt Creek Valley History Week, we’re partnering with Brown County State Park to offer additional programs that dive into the stories of the Salt Creek Valley. The schedule includes two cemetery-themed open houses, history hikes & talks, workshops & paddling trips, as well as some kids’ activities! For the full event schedule, see bit.ly/SCVhistoryweek2022

History Open House: The Hays Cemeteries, September 10 from 6:30 to 8pm (Paynetown SRA)
Local history enthusiasts and family descendants are invited to drop by for an open house at Activity Center (shelter in front of building) focusing on the individuals buried in three different Hays cemeteries, located on the south side of Monroe Lake. We’ll be highlighting the individuals known to be buried in these cemeteries, as well as the history of the cemeteries themselves! More info at bit.ly/haysopenhouse2022

Before the Water Rose: Allens Creek Cemetery Open House, Sept. 11 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. (Allens Creek Cemetery)
When Monroe Lake was constructed, seven cemeteries were relocated into a new cemetery in Polk Township. Drop by the cemetery on Allens Creek Road (Bloomington) to…

  • Walk through the cemetery with Jill Vance (Monroe Lake interpretive naturalist) to explore why these burials were moved and how each individual cemetery was reconstructed at the new internment location.
  • Learn the best techniques for photographing historic gravestones, discover why the classic tombstone “rubbings” should be avoided, and see a demo of the “aluminum foil method” with Kel McBride (Monroe County History Center’s White Oak Cemetery coordinator).
  • Discover the proper steps for safely cleaning historic markers and watch a headstone cleaning demonstration by Susan Snider Salmon (trained gravestone restorer and genealogy instructor at the Ivy Tech Institute of Lifelong Learning).
  • More info and driving directions at bit.ly/cemeteryopenhouse2022

Family Heritage Scrapbooking Workshop, Sept. 12 at 9 a.m. (Paynetown SRA)
This 3-hour workshop will cover best practices for preserving and sharing photos, family heirlooms, and other historical documentation. Our hands-on session will include basic tips on scrapbook page making, archival considerations, original v. copy of photos, layout and page design, color choices, cropping techniques, choosing adhesives, and other considerations. We will also discuss digital scrapbook options. Participants will have the opportunity to create and complete at least two memory pages. The workshop will be presented by Susan Snider Salmon, an experienced genealogist, and instructor for the Ivy Tech Center for Lifelong Learning. Workshop fee is $15 per person and includes archival quality and acid-free scrapbooking materials. Limited to 12 people, ages 16 and up. Registration required by Aug. 26 at bit.ly/heritagescrapbook2022 *12 spots OPEN

Coil Basket Weaving Workshop, Sept. 14 at 10 a.m. (Paynetown SRA)
Participants will learn the traditional craft of coil basket weaving and make a miniature coiled basket of their own (about 5 inches in size). You’ll also learn a bit about the history of basket-making in the Salt Creek Valley area, which was known for another type of traditional baskets made from woven strips of white oak. Workshop fee is $10 per person. Limited to 12 people, ages 13 and up. Registration required by Sept. 11 at bit.ly/coiledbasket2022 *4 spots OPEN

Hays #1 Cemetery Hike, Sept. 16 at 9:30am
One of three historic family cemeteries with the names of “Hays” on the south side of the lake, Hays #1 contains eleven confirmed burials. Located along a section of the Hays Road that is now abandoned, it’s the easiest of the three cemeteries to reach and contains a mix of field stone markers and professionally carved headstones. Upon reaching the cemetery, we’ll visit each of the documented gravesites and learn a bit about the people buried there. Free but limited to 10 people, recommended for ages 16 and up. Registration required by Sept. 12 at bit.ly/hays1-hike-2022 *3 spots OPEN

Explore Monroe Paddling Trips, September & October

Explore the quieter side of Monroe Lake during these guided paddling trips that journey through backwaters, wetlands, bays, and/or slow-moving streams. Trips highlight beautiful views, hidden wildlife, aquatic plants, and unique land features. Find your new favorite place to kayak! All participants must have at least two hours of prior paddling experience OR have completed one of our Beginner Kayaking workshops. Each trip is limited to 10 people, ages 16+, and lasts about 2 hours. Trip fee is $10 per person. Kayak rentals available for an additional $20.

Stillwater-Northfork Hikes, Sept. 25
A pair of guided hikes through a portion of our property that doesn’t get many visitors: Stillwater-Northfork! These hikes highlight our property’s wildlife and land management program, showcasing seasonal wetlands, permanent ponds, planted fields, and riparian forest. Both hikes are free but have limited space available; advance registration is required. Recommended for adults.

Upcoming Virtual Programs

  • Thursday, Aug. 25 at 11:30 a.m., Freshwater Bryozoans (Alien Pods!): Every year in late summer and early fall, gelatinous blobs, covered with strange patterns wash up on the shoreline of Monroe Lake. Although they look like alien pods, they are actually freshwater bryozoan colonies! Join naturalist Jill Vance to learn how bryozoans once colonized ancient marine seas and now occupy both modern oceans and freshwater lakes. Watch us live at facebook.com/events/1375038176348392/
  • Thursday, Sept. 15 at 11:30 a.m., Legacy of the Hays Family: If you’ve visited the area on the south side of the lake, particularly the Deam Wilderness Area, you’ve likely run across the name “Hays” (or “Hayes”) connected with a trail or road. Who were the Hays? Monroe Lake’s interpretive naturalist, Jill Vance, will share some of the family’s history and genealogy that connects them to the Salt Creek Valley and discuss some of the historic sites associated with the family. Watch us live at bit.ly/haystalk2022

The Indiana Department of Insurance provides tips for taking action against identity theft
Learn how to identify your risk, and basic steps you can take to secure your online information and data.

We rely on the internet to work, bank, shop, and socialize. Our health and financial information are stored online. Connected devices control everything from home security systems to thermostats and TVs. While convenient, these connections open the door for possible malicious activity. Help manage your cybersecurity risks, such as identity theft, with these tips from the Indiana Department of Insurance.

TOP CONSIDERATIONS

Identity theft is the unauthorized use or attempted use of an existing account, use of your information to open a new account, and misuse of your information to commit fraud. 

Data thieves gain access to information from a variety of places, including your mailbox, home and business trash, public dumps, public records, and social media. 

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

How to identify your risk

You are at risk if you store personal information on a home or work computer, or if you bank or shop online. The following scenarios may be signs of compromised data:

  • You see unexpected withdrawals from your bank account.
  • You do not receive your bills or other mail.
  • You receive bills for health services you did not use, or your health plan rejects a legitimate medical claim.

Regularly check your credit report to ensure you do not see: 

  • A new account you did not open.
  • Unfamiliar accounts listed.
  • Negative items.

How to keep your information safe online

There are basic steps you can take to secure your information and data: 

  • Dispose of personal information by shredding documents using a cross-cut shredder.
  • Use strict privacy settings on your computer, devices, and browsers.
  • Keep passwords private, and do not write your passwords down. You may consider using a reliable password manager.
  • Be mindful about the personal information you share on social media.
  • Be cautious of what you download from the internet. Navigate directly to websites when you need to initiate a download. Do not download anything or click links from sites or emails that someone sends you.
  • If your Social Security number is requested by a vendor, ask why it is needed and how it will be used and protected.
  • Remember that there is nothing wrong with telling someone that you are not comfortable sharing personal information.

Keeping your information safe also means ensuring your devices, including smart phones, laptops, desktops, tablets, and other devices, are secure: 

  • Update your software regularly.
  • Change your passwords regularly.
  • Use two-factor authentication.
  • Use antivirus or anti-malware software to protect against malicious software that disrupts computer operations, gathers sensitive information, gains access to private computers, or displays unwanted advertising.
  • Password protect your laptop to prevent unknown users from accessing it.
  • Avoid opening emails or attachments from unknown senders.
  • Back up your files to an encrypted flash drive or external hard drive.

TOP THINGS TO REMEMBER 

  1. Regularly check your credit report for warning signs of identity theft. Indiana residents are able to get a free credit report each year. For information about how to request a free credit report, visit https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/free-credit-reports#:~:text=Federal%20law%20gives%20you%20the,TransUnion)%20at%20AnnualCreditReport.com.
  2. Any Indiana resident can request a credit freeze free of charge. There is no fee for Indiana residents to place, temporarily lift, remove or request a new password or PIN.
  3. Indiana residents can file an identity theft complaint with the Indiana Attorney General’s office. Visit in.gov/attorneygeneral/consumer-protection-division/id-theft-prevention/complaint-form/ to find links to the form.
  4. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has resources on how to avoid identity theft. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has an identity theft website to report incidents and develop a recovery plan.

This Week in Hoosier History

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1949 – Actress Shelley Long was born in Fort Wayne.  She became best known for her role as Diane Chambers on Cheers, for which she won an Emmy Award.

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