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JULY 2019

DIGITALPRINTINK.NET 40 YEARS AND COUNTING KEEPING WITH TRADITION H aving a day off was rare when I was growing up on the farm. So, when the Fourth of July rolled around each year, my father would dangle the carrot of an afternoon off in front of the nose of my brothers and me. He promised that if we worked hard until noon, we could spend the afternoon down by Bull Creek and forgo the remainder of our daily chores. with hand-cranked, homemade ice cream. It was always a perfect afternoon and evening, complete with exploding metal cans filled with firecrackers. Sometimes we would even compete to see whose firecracker could shoot up the highest, and only occasionally did a firecracker go off in our hands. That was more shocking

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Celebrating the 4th of July Through the Years

Each year, we would be rushing through our chores for those precious hours of off time. But somehow, every Independence Day seemed to land right in the middle of some sort of critical farming event, and it was typically hay-baling season. But Dad’s promise was a pretty good motivator, and we would bust our tails harder than normal to get to go swimming. When noon finally hit, our family would make our way to Bull Creek, where my brothers and I would immediately jump in and swim. Mom and Dad would grill lunch on the shore, and we’d finish our meal

than damaging, but it never swayed our curiosities year after year.

Since most of our family was in Texas or Oregon, Fourth of July was usually just spent with my parents and brothers. Some of my greatest memories came from these summertime traditions, even if every morning of the holiday was spent working harder than I ever had before. These days, I still spend the holiday with my family on the farm — except now it’s my farm, and I’m okay with taking the whole day off to relax. My kids and their families all venture out to the farm, where we spend the day grilling, enjoying each other’s company, and lighting off fireworks. More often than not, stories and life updates are swapped at our family get-togethers while we all anxiously await the night’s big event. Now that Sydney Grace and Dylan are older, they get to do the honors of lighting off fireworks, and the adults and little Chandler get to sit back and take in the private, spectacular show. Looking back, a lot has changed since the days of trying to beat the clock to freedom. For starters, ice cream is rarely hand-cranked anymore. But even if we have changed, the ideas surrounding our Independence Day celebration haven’t. It’s always been the same: It’s a day of laughter, enjoyment, and family as we celebrate the freedoms we are afforded in this great country. There’s not much else you can really ask for.

From everyone at Digital Print Ink, have a wonderful and safe Fourth of July!

–Steve Counts

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Did You See That? 3 FAMOUS UFO SIGHTINGS (BESIDES ROSWELL)

Going stargazing this summer? Be sure to keep your eyes out for unidentified flying objects (UFOs)! July 2 is World UFO Day, commemorating the supposed UFO crash that took place in 1974 in Roswell, New Mexico. Everyone knows about the strange things that happened in Roswell, but let’s look at a few lesser-known, but no less strange, UFO sightings. On June 24, 1947, civilian pilot Kenneth Arnold was flying his plane near Mount Rainier in Washington when he reported seeing nine blue, glowing objects flying in a V formation at around 1,700 mph. Arnold would later describe the crafts’ motions like “a saucer if you skip it across water.” The government confirmed there were no aircraft tests in the area that day. In the following weeks, other sightings of Arnold’s flying saucers would crop up across the region. The First Flying Saucer

metallic object giving off lights and still moving. The object was gone when police arrived, but they found unusual markings at the site. A few days later, more servicemen went into the forest where they spotted three mysterious bright lights in the sky that shone for hours.

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In 2015, a U.S. Navy Boeing F/A-18F Super Hornet strike fighter captured video of a bizarre, fast-moving object that had no visible wings and emitted no heat or no exhaust trail. The video, which can be viewed at COI.ToTheStarsAcademy.com/2015-go-fast-footage, shows the object in the fighter’s targeting system. The pilot and the weapon systems officer can be heard shouting and asking, “What is that, man?” The video leaked in 2017 along with news of the Advanced Aviation Threat Identification Program (AATIP), a secret U.S. government organization investigating UFOs. Most UFO sightings have rational explanations. Even the famous Roswell Incident was proven to be debris from a surveillance program the U.S. military used to spy on the Soviet Union. But there’s something to be said about how a UFO sighting makes us look up at the night sky and wonder if we’re not alone. fireworks on Friday, June 28. Head to Branson on Wednesday, July 3 for the 11th Annual Liberty Light Up with live music and a choreographed fireworks display over Lake Taneycomo. ( TIP : Branson has plenty of events before and after the Fourth of July week, so we recommend doing some digging for more celebrations!) Lastly, spend the day at the ballpark and catch the Springfield Cardinals as they take on the Tulsa Drillers July 1–3. Each game will end with a spectacular fireworks show, and July 2 is $1 hot dog night! If you’re looking for a classic fireworks display to round out your holiday, our region has you covered. Start the celebrations on Wednesday, July 3 at Kimberling City’s Fireburst, or idle your boat near Shell Knob Bridge Thursday, July 4 for the 43rd Annual Fourth of July fireworks display and boat parade. If celebrating America in the “shining sea” doesn’t pique your interest, check out the Rockin’ Fourth of July event at Rockaway Beach or the 13th Annual Fireworks Display on Table Rock Lane that same evening. GIVE ME THE FIREWORKS

The Rendlesham Forest Incident

Things got weird at a Royal Air Force military base in England on Dec. 26, 1980. At around 3 a.m., two Air Force members saw odd lights falling into the nearby Rendlesham Forest. They reported finding a

BOOMIN’ WITH CELEBRATIONS!

Check Out These Southwestern Missouri Independence Day Events

Celebrate our nation’s independence by attending a classic festival, soaking up one of America’s favorite pastimes, or enjoying a live fireworks show. Check out this comprehensive guide to help you plan your Fourth of July!

GATHERING TOGETHER

Nothing says Midwestern summer quite like local festivals. Spend Saturday, June 29 at the 57th Annual Willard Freedom Fest at Jackson Street Park. This festival features barbecue classics, live music, a parade, and the crowning of Little Miss Firecracker, and it ends with a glorious grand finale fireworks show later in the evening. Head to Chateau on the Lake on Tuesday, July 2 for a barbecue bash, live music, and fireworks, and on Independence Day, enjoy a Patriotic Picnic with music, games, and fireworks at the Swimmin’ Hole Lawn at Big Cedar Lodge.

RED, WHITE, AND BLUE NIGHTLIFE

Kick off your Independence Day celebrations at J.R. Martin Park in Republic, Missouri, for an ‘80s tribute night, capped off with

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NATURAL FIT Meet Our Dedicated Customer Service Team Member, Molly Noe

Welcome New Clients!

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Molly Noe has done a variety of jobs throughout her career. She jetted off to various cities as a flight attendant for American and United Airlines, helped brides find the dress of their dreams at a bridal shop, and serviced customers at FedEx. But there’s always one part of her job that she has adored: the people.

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“I like making people happy,” Molly says. “It’s easy to work somewhere you can make people happy.”

Molly joined DPI’s customer service team in early May, and since then, Molly says she has been engrossed in learning the basics of her new position and the various details customers need with each order.

Molly Noe: Customer Service

“I like staying busy,” Molly says. “I’m not always doing the same thing over and over. There are lots of different things that I’m dealing with.”

Molly will be primarily handling DPI’s orders throughout the production process. She records the orders, enters them into our system, and ensures each order makes its way to our production team. In addition, she will be helping customers with any concerns or questions that crop up during the process with her boss, Laurie. The job, Molly says, is similar to her former position at FedEx, but at DPI, Molly says she has noticed active camaraderie and support.

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4 Ibs. medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and halved 6 sticks cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2- inch cubes

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1/2 cup heavy cream

“Everyone takes pride in their positions. It’s a team,” Molly says. “And then everyone is super laid-back, but they’re still on top of their job.”

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Directions

Growing up in Perryville, Missouri, Molly has ventured over to western Missouri for her role at DPI. When she isn’t managing projects at DPI, Molly can be found hiking, swimming, traveling, or staying active. Regardless of what she is doing, her border collie and Labrador mix, Ellie, is likely tagging along. Back at DPI, Molly says she has been enjoying the opportunity to meet and engage with customers. It seems to be a natural fit for a person who has created a career based on helping others. “It’s nice to feel empowered,” Molly says. “We get a lot of really happy customers, and that’s been nice.”

1. In a stockpot or large saucepan, submerge potatoes in just enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil, add 2 tbsp of salt, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. 2. Drain potatoes and let cool for 3 minutes. 3. Using a ricer, grate potatoes into the original saucepan over medium heat. 4. With a wooden spoon, stir potatoes until they begin to stick to pan and steam, about 2 minutes. 5. Add butter in four equal batches, stirring constantly and adding each batch only once the last has been fully incorporated into the saucepan. 6. Stir in cream, season liberally with salt, and serve immediately.

Molly and Ellie

In just her short tenure, we know Molly has contributed to keeping our customers happy! Keep up the great work, Molly!

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Independence Day on the Farm Going Stargazing? Watch Out for UFOs!

Missouri’s 4th of July Celebrations

Get to Know Molly Noe

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A Tail of Bravery

A mid the devastation of the wildfires that tore through people hope. One such tale was of Odin, a loyal Great Pyrenees guard dog. Along with his sister, Tessa, and eight rescue goats, Odin is part of the Hendel family. It was mid-October when the Hendels were awoken by the smell of smoke, a fierce orange sky, and sounds of destruction — urgent warnings from Mother Nature. Gathering everyone as quickly as they could, the Hendels got their human family members and Tessa in the car, but Odin, seated proudly next to the eight goats, refused to get in. Try as they might, the Hendels could not get him to come with them, and there wasn’t enough room in the car for the eight goats. With the firestorm quickly approaching and the risk of losing even more family members increasing with each passing minute, the Hendels made the heart-wrenching decision to leave Odin and the goats behind. California in the fall of 2017, a few heroic tales rose up to give

The Guardian Who Would Not Leave His Watch Odin Lives Up to His Legendary Name

that Odin and the goats weren’t with them. After several agonizing days, it was finally safe enough for them to return home and survey the destruction. What did the Hendels find? Ashes, rubble, their barn and home burned to the ground — and Odin. There he was, still guarding his eight goats and some small deer that had sought shelter with the brave canine. Weakened, burned, and limping, but nevertheless steadfast, Odin had never left his goats, even as the fire raged around them. Odin wagged his tail as he saw his family, happy to see they were also safe. The Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue and the Goatlandia Animal Sanctuary provided temporary shelter for the goats and pups while the Hendels rebuilt their barn. Odin received all the care he needed, along with a lot of love and treats. Today, Odin and his goats are back with their family, rebuilding their lives after this devastating wildfire. But the Hendels, and anyone who’s heard the story, won’t soon forget the bravery of Odin, the amazing pup.

The family made it to safety with Tessa in tow, relieved to be together but heartbroken

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