Veterans Day is a federal holiday observed November 11th annually in the United States.  *This date recognizes the anniversary of World War I ending on the Eleventh Hour of the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month, 1918.  The national ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, like many local ceremonies across the nation, take place November 11th at 11:00 a.m.  Share your gratitude, say “Thank you” to all veterans, all year.  Always remember the heroes who made the supreme sacrifice as well.

With the change to Central Standard Time, Yogi Berra might say, “It gets late early now”!

Last week managing electrical power usage at peak times to avoid demand charges (thousands of $$$) was mentioned.  If we minimize using dishwashers, clothes washers and dryers during peak times, it will help.

The Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce sponsored its annual “Save a Buck, Spend Some Doe” celebration for those who weren’t out deer hunting!  There were lots of people uptown, enjoying each other along with complimentary treats while seeking bargain purchases.  Thanks to all our Valley City businesses.

The Valley City Parks & Recreation (VCPR) had a girls’ basketball tournament in addition to other activities in town over the weekend.  There were players and parents all around town savoring the opportunities to enjoy Valley City and the VCPR event.

The American Public Power Association (APPA) is celebrating eighty-five years of serving public power and as many of you know, Valley City is a public power community.  In September of 1940, public power leaders from across the United States gathered in Washington D.C. to officially form the APPA.  That event was followed in October by its first board of directors meeting in Kansas City launching APPA service. 

We have some American Linden trees that have been “holding” their leaves …. until the hard freezes last weekend!  Now we have leaves all over the place so leaf cleanup is imminent.

Thank you to all who provide and proof material for this column.

“Time and good friends are two things that become more valuable the older you get.”             ~ Unknown

        Blessings, Pray, be Respectful and Grateful,

Dave