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Even rain could not dampen excitement at the HEALTH & WELLNESS

Adamsville Homecoming parade Spin Cycle

Secrets: Smarter
Laundry for
Everyday Life

by Alexus Masterson, MPH,
Family & Consumer Sciences Educator
Ohio State University Extension,
Muskingum County

Laundry doesn’t have to be a
chore—make it a lifestyle win! Is your
laundry running your life instead of the
other way around? Washing laundry was
not as easy as it used to be, the first
washing machine was made in 1908,
so there were hand crank machines or
scrubbing by hand. But do you know the
innerworkings of your washer? In its ba-
sic form the machines work by combin-
The 2025 Adamsville Homecoming Parade still traveled through town despite stormy conditions. The rain delayed the parade but did not seem to affect the ing water, detergent, and mechanical
action to remove dirt. There are sev-
crowds of people waiting patiently for it to begin. Pictured above is a float with Homecoming Grand Marshals Lec and Trudy Prouty. A GALLERY OF PICTURES eral components to a washing machine
IS AVAILABLE AT DRESDENBUZZ.COM. Lynette Dotson
which include the motor, pump, drum,
agitator, and control panel. Each stage
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Zanesville becomes of the wash cycle holds a unique pur-
pose, like the spin cycle. The spin cycle
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Appalachian Ohio spins clothes at high speed to remove as
much water as possible, which reduces
drying time and prevents wrinkles.
New name honors commitment to all youth in need within growing There are two types of people when
service footprint preparing to do laundry, the ones that
sort by colors and the ones who don’t (I
am the second option). When my mom
submitted
first taught me to do laundry I would
sort by colors, fabric, and how dirty they
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Zanesville pandemic-related lockdowns reduced them, too.” were, does it really matter? Yes! When
proudly announces a new name that the agency’s service capacity to below “This name change reflects our ongo- sorting by color whites should be sepa-
reflects its growing regional presence 300. ing commitment to advocate for and rately, pastels and medium colors can
and impact: Big Brothers Big Sisters of This dramatic increase in youth served serve all regional youth with care and be washed together, while brights and
Appalachian Ohio (BBBSAOH). This new demonstrates both the strength of the consistency; this is at the heart of what darks should be washed by themselves.
name acknowledges the organization’s organization’s local partnerships and we do,” said Megan Durst, Board Presi- This has to do with fabrics picking up
expanded service area across five-coun- the Appalachian region’s deep commit- dent. “We’re proud to grow in a way that other dyes from fabrics during wash-
ties, including Muskingum, Guernsey, ment to helping children thrive. honors our Zanesville foundation while ing. Soil levels on a washing machine
Coshocton, Morgan, and Noble Counties. “Changing our name to Big Brothers embracing a broader future. The reality typically range from light, normal, and
For more than a century, Big Broth- Big Sisters of Appalachian Ohio allows is that so many kids across Appalachian heavy settings. The light setting can be
ers Big Sisters has proudly fulfilled its us to better capture who we are based Ohio need and deserve strong men- used for things like delicate clothes and
critical mission from the heart of Zanes- on the families we serve and where they tors and community support, and we’re light stains, normal is for everyday items
ville: to create and support one-to-one reside,” said Katie Lupsor, President thrilled that our new name recognizes like socks, sweatpants and T-shirts.
mentoring relationships that ignite the and CEO. She adds, “This is a change and welcomes them all.” Heavy soil is used for hard-to-clean
power of youth. Today, the organization in name only—our mission remains the To learn more about the name change items like bedding, washable furniture
engages more than 900 children each same, and our deepest, founding roots and the organization’s programs, or to and sporting clothes (Maytag, 2025). If
year through school-based mentoring, are in Zanesville. Those roots have been get involved, contact President & CEO you are teaching the younger members
community mentoring and programs, spreading steadily each year, and we’re Katie Lupsor at (740) 453-7300 or of your family how to do laundry, print
outreach events, and activities for youth simply making it easier for families, katie@bbbsaoh.org. out a visual aid as a reminder and hang
waiting to be matched. This is more than partners, and supporters across the it in your laundry room.
triple the number served in 2020, when region to recognize that we’re here for Big brand detergents have devel-
oped stain removers in powder and
Steve Matson receives Fraternalist of the Year Award liquid form to fight stains and are ef-
fective when used properly. Common

submitted stains consist of grease, grass, blood,
and wine. The best way to treat them is
Steve Matson, President of Good quick action, the less time it must soak
Deeds Service Club and owner of Mat- the easier it will be to remove, pre-treat-
son Retirement Planning in Zanesville, ing the stain before washing is the most
was awarded the Fraternalist of the Year effective way. Before you buy a stain
Award at the recent Conference of Excel- remover, check your cabinets there are
lence hosted by Gleaner Life Insurance probably ingredients to make your own!
in Sea Island, GA. This national award A versatile recipe includes one part dish
is given to one Gleaner Agent annu- soap with two parts hydrogen peroxide.
ally who exemplifies the fraternal spirit Apply mixture to the stain, rub gently
of giving back to the local community, and let sit for 10-15 minutes than wash
Good Deeds hosts four Impact Events as normal. I use this method frequently
per year to benefit Muskingum County, and have success most of the time I am
including the upcoming Teacher Wishlist treating stains. It is important to read la-
Project and a new Law Enforcement Ap- bels on any laundry chemicals as it can
preciation event in October. guide your washing to see the best re-
sults. Happy washing!
To learn more about Good Deeds Ser-
vice Club, contact Matson Retirement
Planning at (740) 454-7646. Sources:
Maytag. (2025). What Does Soil Level Mean
on A Washer? https://www.maytag.com/
blog/washers-and-dryers/soil-level-on-a-
Pictured from left is Mike Stuart, Regional Sales washing-machine.html
Director for Gleaner Life, presenting the award to
Matson. submitted