On Saturday, October 18, from 9:30 am to 4 pm, everyone is invited to attend a genealogy conference at Rowan Public Library’s West Branch, located at 201 School St. in Cleveland, North Carolina.  

This free conference is designed for ages 16 and up and researchers of all skill levels and backgrounds – from the beginner who’s looking for lost information about relatives to skilled enthusiasts and academics. All attendees are asked to register by calling 704-216-8232 or visiting bit.ly/GenealogyCon25. 

Lunch will be provided for pre-registered attendees, courtesy of the N.C. Genealogical Society.   

This year’s conference theme is “New Directions,” and Gretchen Witt, RPL's History Room Supervisor and Conference Coordinator, hopes the day will introduce new directions for research and learning to each person who attends: “My hope is that everyone who participates will leave with new knowledge that will serve them well in the future,” she said. 

The day’s agenda includes specialized sessions, a tour of a local historic site, a tour of RPL West, a vendor room, and a display of research posters. Vendors include groups like the North Carolina Genealogical Society and poster subjects offer information such as how to navigate the Rowan County Register of Deeds' website and how to record an oral family history. Poster applications may be submitted via bit.ly/GenealogyConPoster through October 3. 

“The conference strives to be just as interesting and useful to those who are ‘dipping a toe’ into local history and genealogy as it is for those who are knowledgeable researchers,” said Witt. “It is truly suitable for a broad audience, and it’s just a fun time!” 

RPL West opens its doors at 9 a.m. on Saturdays, and conference check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. The day will feature four sessions led by professional genealogist Diane L. Richard, the owner and president of Mosaic Research and Project Management and a listed researcher with the State Archives of N.C., University of N.C. Chapel Hill’s Wilson Library, and Duke University’s David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library. She is currently editor of the North Carolina Genealogical Society Journal and a regular contributor to the online publication now known as “Internet Genealogy.” She is the author of “Tracing Your Ancestors — African American Research: A Practical Guide,” published in 2019. Richard has also performed research for the US version of the TV show “Who Do You Think You Are?” and appeared in the Bryan Cranston episode. 

“Richard is wonderful about sharing her expertise and teaching others how to locate family records,” said Witt. Attendees will also learn about genealogical research techniques, tools, strategies, and more.   

Retired Catawba College History Professor Gary Freeze, Ph.D., will also present a short session on early settlement in Rowan County. “People don’t always realize that early Rowan County made up nearly half of the state. The popularity of “Outlander” has raised awareness of this, but Dr. Freeze delves into what really drew people to this area and helped make Rowan a central player in nineteenth-century N.C. economics and politics,” explained Witt. 

At Noon, attendees will have the option to travel on their own convoy-style to Cleveland’s Third Creek Presbyterian Church, located at 2055 3rd Creek Church Rd. The church cemetery was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic places in 1983; its earliest surviving gravestone is dated 1776. According to Witt, “Folklore has it that local nineteenth-century schoolteacher Peter Stuart Ney was really Marshal Michel Ney, who served in Napoleon Bonaparte’s army. The church has a famous tombstone enclosed in brick and viewing glass that is rumored to be his.” The tombstone’s plaque reads, "In Memory of Peter Stewart Ney a native of France and soldier of the French Revolution under Napoleon Bonaparte who departed this life November 15th, 1846, aged 77 years."  

Lunch (either provided or on-your-own), a poster session, and two more presentations round out the day. Past conferences have been attended by people from all over N.C., and Witt expects the same this year. “We are working towards a record turnout,” Witt said. “We purposely strive to decrease barriers to attendance, like registration fees, enabling a day of education and community that really supports RPL’s mission of lifelong learning.” 

To learn more about the conference, contact Witt at Gretchen.Witt@rowancountync.gov or 704-216-8232 or visit www.rowanpubliclibrary.org. More details about Richard and her work are available at www.mosaicrpm.com.

The City of Tulsa, in collaboration with field experts, is set to commence a fifth excavation at Oaklawn Cemetery on Tuesday, Oct. 14, as part of the ongoing investigation into the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre graves.

This follows the latest summary report and proposed next steps from the Oklahoma Archaeological Survey.

The excavation aims to uncover more victims of the massacre, with two victims, James Goings and C.L. Daniel, already identified. Another individual, George Melvin Gillispie, has been identified, though it remains undetermined if he was a massacre victim.

The 2024 Field Season Summary Report, available at www.cityoftulsa.org/1921graves, outlines recent findings from forensic anthropologists. The report suggests expanding excavations in Blocks K and F, located along the cemetery's westernmost fence line, after previous excavations did not yield the expected number of victims.

On Monday, Oct. 13, Oaklawn Cemetery was closed to the public for the duration of the excavation, which is expected to last several weeks. Drones and aircraft are prohibited during the excavation.

The City of Tulsa is coordinating with Greenwood, North Tulsa, and 1921 Race Massacre descendants to allow community volunteers to assist with the excavation. Interested individuals can sign up at https://forms.office.com/g/cCbiYcE5Sn.

The 2024 field season has already uncovered substantial evidence of trauma victims in Section 20 of Oaklawn Cemetery, with remains of four additional individuals with gunshot wounds recovered. Among the six confirmed gunshot victims, five displayed evidence of multiple gunshot wounds from at least five different calibers.

The City of Tulsa, in partnership with Intermountain Forensics and the Greenwood Cultural Center, is also hosting Community Engagement Genealogy Workshops on Nov. 7 and 8. These workshops aim to empower community members, especially descendants of the massacre, to explore their genealogies. Registration is required at www.greenwoodculturalcenter.org/genealogy-workshop.

This excavation and the genealogy project are part of Mayor Nichols' "Road to Repair," announced on June 1, 2025, to address the multigenerational wounds from the massacre. The plan includes the Greenwood Trust, a privately funded charitable trust aiming to secure $105 million for the benefit of Greenwood and North Tulsa residents.

For more information on the Road to Repair, visit www.cityoftulsa.org/RoadtoRepair.

October is Canadian Library Month, and Orillia Public Library in Ontario is celebrating with a variety of engaging events designed to educate, inspire and connect the community. From genealogy to decluttering, author talks to creative workshops, there’s something for everyone this month.

Among this month’s highlights as the Genealogy Club’s 20th anniversary celebration on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 1 p.m. Professional genealogist Linda Corupe will present Selling the Past: Advertising in the 1800s, offering a fascinating look at vintage ads and the everyday life of two centuries ago — plus, cake.

Next, clear your calendar for The Hidden Stress of Stuff on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 6 p.m. Professional organizer Laura Davidson will delve into why clutter feels so overwhelming and how small changes can have a big impact. Registration is required for this session.

Mystery lovers won’t want to miss author Iona Whishaw’s visit on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 6 p.m., presented in partnership with Manticore Books. Whishaw will discuss her latest novel, A Season for Spies: A Lane Winslow Prequel, a tale of wartime espionage and family intrigue inspired by her own family history.

For a creative outlet, join The Artful Way to Wellness on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Therapeutic arts practitioners Lindsey and Molli will guide participants through a hands-on evening of painting and collage. No artistic experience needed.

OPL is also hosting activities for children, teens and families. Teens can get into the spooky spirit with Scary Snacks on Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., while families can enjoy the Family Boo Bash on Friday, Oct. 30, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., featuring Halloween crafts, games and treats. Kids aged nine to 12 can take on a challenge in the Tween Escape Room on Monday, Oct. 27, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Plus, don’t miss the Hotel Transylvania-themed PA Day program on Friday, Oct. 24, for some monstrous fun.

October is also the perfect time to join or renew your library membership during OPL’s membership drive. Sign up for a new card or renew an expired one for a chance to win a $200 prize pack. Already a member? Refer a friend, and both of you could win a $50 local restaurant gift card. Can’t make it into the library? Catch OPL at Zehrs on Friday, Oct. 17, from noon to 2 p.m., and at the Orillia Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market on Saturday, Oct. 25.

Finally, OPL is looking for input on its future digital services through the Digital Strategy Survey, open until Monday, Oct. 20. Share your thoughts and be entered to win one of three $50 Downtown Orillia gift cards.

There’s always something happening at OPL — why not see what sparks your interest? Visit the library’s website or call 705-325-2338 for details and registration information for upcoming programs and services.

On Saturday, October 18, from 9:30 am to 4 pm, everyone is invited to attend a genealogy conference at Rowan Public Library’s West Branch, located at 201 School St. in Cleveland, North Carolina.  

This free conference is designed for ages 16 and up and researchers of all skill levels and backgrounds – from the beginner who’s looking for lost information about relatives to skilled enthusiasts and academics. All attendees are asked to register by calling 704-216-8232 or visiting bit.ly/GenealogyCon25. 

Lunch will be provided for pre-registered attendees, courtesy of the N.C. Genealogical Society.   

This year’s conference theme is “New Directions,” and Gretchen Witt, RPL's History Room Supervisor and Conference Coordinator, hopes the day will introduce new directions for research and learning to each person who attends: “My hope is that everyone who participates will leave with new knowledge that will serve them well in the future,” she said. 

The day’s agenda includes specialized sessions, a tour of a local historic site, a tour of RPL West, a vendor room, and a display of research posters. Vendors include groups like the North Carolina Genealogical Society and poster subjects offer information such as how to navigate the Rowan County Register of Deeds' website and how to record an oral family history. Poster applications may be submitted via bit.ly/GenealogyConPoster through October 3. 

“The conference strives to be just as interesting and useful to those who are ‘dipping a toe’ into local history and genealogy as it is for those who are knowledgeable researchers,” said Witt. “It is truly suitable for a broad audience, and it’s just a fun time!” 

RPL West opens its doors at 9 a.m. on Saturdays, and conference check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. The day will feature four sessions led by professional genealogist Diane L. Richard, the owner and president of Mosaic Research and Project Management and a listed researcher with the State Archives of N.C., University of N.C. Chapel Hill’s Wilson Library, and Duke University’s David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library. She is currently editor of the North Carolina Genealogical Society Journal and a regular contributor to the online publication now known as “Internet Genealogy.” She is the author of “Tracing Your Ancestors — African American Research: A Practical Guide,” published in 2019. Richard has also performed research for the US version of the TV show “Who Do You Think You Are?” and appeared in the Bryan Cranston episode. 

“Richard is wonderful about sharing her expertise and teaching others how to locate family records,” said Witt. Attendees will also learn about genealogical research techniques, tools, strategies, and more.   

Retired Catawba College History Professor Gary Freeze, Ph.D., will also present a short session on early settlement in Rowan County. “People don’t always realize that early Rowan County made up nearly half of the state. The popularity of “Outlander” has raised awareness of this, but Dr. Freeze delves into what really drew people to this area and helped make Rowan a central player in nineteenth-century N.C. economics and politics,” explained Witt. 

At Noon, attendees will have the option to travel on their own convoy-style to Cleveland’s Third Creek Presbyterian Church, located at 2055 3rd Creek Church Rd. The church cemetery was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic places in 1983; its earliest surviving gravestone is dated 1776. According to Witt, “Folklore has it that local nineteenth-century schoolteacher Peter Stuart Ney was really Marshal Michel Ney, who served in Napoleon Bonaparte’s army. The church has a famous tombstone enclosed in brick and viewing glass that is rumored to be his.” The tombstone’s plaque reads, "In Memory of Peter Stewart Ney a native of France and soldier of the French Revolution under Napoleon Bonaparte who departed this life November 15th, 1846, aged 77 years."  

Lunch (either provided or on-your-own), a poster session, and two more presentations round out the day. Past conferences have been attended by people from all over N.C., and Witt expects the same this year. “We are working towards a record turnout,” Witt said. “We purposely strive to decrease barriers to attendance, like registration fees, enabling a day of education and community that really supports RPL’s mission of lifelong learning.” 

To learn more about the conference, contact Witt at Gretchen.Witt@rowancountync.gov or 704-216-8232 or visit www.rowanpubliclibrary.org. More details about Richard and her work are available at www.mosaicrpm.com.

FamilySearch is announcing its free October 2025 webinars. Topics include tips for getting the most out of the FamilySearch Family Tree, using cemetery records, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, a virtual tour of the FamilySearch Library, and a livestream of the arrival of the Crossings 200 Norwegian sloop in New York City. All webinars are presented by specialists from the FamilySearch Library in Salt Lake City, Utah, and offer engaging ways to make meaningful discoveries. Find and share this announcement in the FamilySearch Newsroom.

The October 2025 webinars began with a session on how to effectively use the FamilySearch Family Tree (Watch now on demand). Chandra Schmidt shared techniques to help individuals correct information in family relationships. Join Angela Thorup as she demonstrates the best types of records, hints, sources, and how to link them to individuals in Family Tree. Julia A. Anderson will discuss using United States cemetery records to enrich your FamilySearch family. Learn more about what cemetery records are, their genealogical value, and how to find them.

This month, FamilySearch has 3 livestreams. Join FamilySearch on a livestream covering the arrival of the Norwegian immigrant ship Restauration in New York City harbor on 16 October 2025, at 12:15 p.m. mountain time, celebrating the sloop and its 52 passengers after their historic transatlantic voyage 200 years ago. The broadcast will be co-hosted by a descendant of an original Slooper (immigrant on the ship), capturing the arrival and associated festivities that honor the legacy of Norwegian family heritage and the enduring spirit of those who crossed oceans to build new lives for themselves and future generations.

On 23 October, a special livestream will highlight the FamilySearch Library. The live event will be streamed on FamilySearch social media platforms and features a virtual tour, the fantastic history of the library, and an interactive panel discussion with some of the library’s research specialists.

The final livestream, on 30 October, will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. It will honor heritage, share experiences, reflect the richness and diversity of cultures, and help people connect through stories that matter.

FamilySearch Webinars October 2025 Schedule

Date	Webinar and Link	Presenters
Watch Now	FamilySearch Family Tree: Correcting Relationships	Chandra Schmidt
Thursday, 16 October, 11:00 AM	FamilySearch Family Tree: Records, Hints, and Sources	Angela Thorup
Thursday, 16 October 12:15 PM	Norwegian Ship Arrives After a Historic Journey	FamilySearch
Thursday, 23 October, 11:00 AM	FamilySearch Library Livestream	FamilySearch
Thursday, 23 October, 12:00 PM	Using U.S. Cemetery Records to Fill in Gaps on Your Family Tree	Julia A. Anderson
Thursday, 30 October, 11:00 AM	Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with FamilySearch	FamilySearch

Social Media

Follow FamilySearch social on Facebook| Instagram | YouTube | X (formerly Twitter)

About FamilySearch

FamilySearch International is the world’s largest genealogy organization. We are a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Millions of people use our records, resources, and services to learn more about their family history. To help in this great pursuit, FamilySearch and its predecessors have been actively gathering, preserving, and sharing genealogical records worldwide for over 125 years. People can access our services and resources online for free at FamilySearch.org or through over 6,500 FamilySearch centers in 129 countries, including the central FamilySearch Library in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Volusia County detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying a John Doe whose skeletal remains were found in the Ormond Beach area in 1982.

According to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office, deputies are collaborating with FHD Forensics to help identify a man who was found deceased in Ormond Beach on March 12, 1982. His skeletal remains were discovered in a wooded area by two boys who were camping.

Since the man was found without any clothing, jewelry, or any personal effects, his death was ruled “suspicious.” He was a white male who stood approximately 5’7” tall, weighed around 150 pounds, and was likely born between 1935 and 1947.

“We need your help to give this John Doe his name back!” said the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office in a social media post on Monday. In that post, VCSO shared two forensic portraits of the man, which have been AI-enhanced to show what he may have looked like.

VCSO stated that John Doe’s DNA profile has revealed that most of his ancestral ties are French Canadian, with more than 50% of his admixture being Irish, Scottish, and English.

In addition to Ontario and Quebec, John Doe also has genetic ties to distant matches in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Michigan. Investigators believe that John Doe, or his family before him, may have lived in one of these areas before moving to Florida.

“(John Doe’s) identified common ancestors are still very distant (1750s) after 18 months of research and related DNA testing,” said VCSO. “In memory of Volusia County residents and murder victims Dean and Tina Linn Clouse, Genealogy For Justice is sponsoring a reference DNA testing program of the descendants of those distant ancestors to help identify him.”

For more information, including how to contribute a DNA sample, visit the Genealogy for Justice’s 1982 Volusia County John Doe webpage.

If anyone has information about this John Doe that could help investigators, please contact the VCSO Cold Case Unit via email at: ColdCaseUnitTips@volusiasheriff.gov.

Please join the Missouri State Genealogical Association, Cape Girardeau County Genealogical Society, and Cape Girardeau County Archive Center for a workshop on using land records, from 10 AM to 2 PM Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Cape Girardeau County Archive Center, 112 E. Washington St., Jackson, Missouri.

Presented by Bill Eddleman, MoSGA & The State Historical Society of Missouri; Marybeth Niederkorn, Cape Girardeau County Archivist; and Drew Blattner, Cape Girardeau County Recorder and President of the Cape Girardeau County Genealogical Society

Topics covered will include:

• Intro to land record types

• Metes and bounds survey system

• Researching Missouri Spanish/French land grants

• United States public land system

• Using deeds to uncover relationships

• Online research with land records

Participants will have the opportunity to apply learning using “hands-on” exercises. A laptop is recommended to get the most out of the sessions. Research time is available. Please come with questions and as much information as you have.

Limit 14 participants. Contact the Archive Center, (573) 204-2332, to register.

Cape Girardeau and Jackson have numerous hotels if you are coming from out of town and need to stay the night.

Fee to attend: $5 to cover cost of supplies.

Prior to the event, we recommend participants view Dr. Eddleman's webinars on the basics of topic at the State Historical Society of Missouri’s website. Basic information on land records are in two webinars, available at: https://shsmo.org/on-demand/basic-genealogy/part-5
https://shsmo.org/on-demand/basic-genealogy/part-6

Cape Girardeau County Archive Center

$5.00

10:00 AM - 02:00 PM on Sat, 8 Nov 2025

Event Supported By

Cape Girardeau County Genealogical Society

capegenealogy@gmail.com

capegenealogy.org

Portland police and forensic experts have identified a man whose skeletal remains were discovered near the St. Johns Bridge in North Portland more than three decades ago.

Bryant Edward Deane, who was about 39 years old when he died, was positively identified through advanced genetic genealogy techniques.

Workers first found Deane’s fully skeleton on Aug. 17, 1992, while clearing brush near the bridge. Forensic experts determined he was a white male, between 5-foot-2 and 5-foot-5, with significant physical challenges including arthritic changes and leg length differences that would have caused a noticeable limp.

The medical examiner’s investigation revealed Deane was wearing a maroon fleece-lined jacket, dark jeans, MacGregor ankle boots, and cotton gloves when he died, suggesting the death occurred during winter. Fractures on the left side of his body raised questions about whether he fell from the bridge or was struck by a vehicle.

After years of unsuccessful identification attempts, the DNA Doe Project helped break the cold case. In 2024, they partnered with the Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office to extract and sequence advanced DNA profiles. By August 2025, volunteers had identified potential family matches.

Deane’s presumed brother, who had not been in contact with him since the mid-1970s, provided a DNA sample for comparison. The medical examiner’s office confirmed Deane’s identity in October 2025.

“Bryant’s parents passed away in 2017 and 2019, never knowing what happened to their son,” said Hailey Collord-Stalder, forensic anthropologist. “His family left a space for him on their headstone; now he can finally be laid to rest with his family.”

MyHeritage becomes the first major DNA testing company to fully adopt Whole Genome Sequencing; the upgrade leverages technology by Ultima Genomics and processing at the Gene by Gene lab TEL AVIV, Israel & LEHI, Utah & HOUSTON & FREMONT, California October 14 , 2025 — MyHeritage, the leading global platform for family history and DNA testing, announced today a landmark move to Whole Genome Sequencing for its at-home DNA test, MyHeritage DNA. Leveraging cutting-edge sequencing technology from Ultima Genomics and processing at the Gene by Gene lab, MyHeritage is the first major consumer DNA testing company to adopt Whole Genome Sequencing at a scale of more than one million tests per year. The enriched data will empower MyHeritage to deliver more accurate ethnicity analysis and DNA matching, and unlock opportunities for future innovation in consumer genomics and genetic genealogy. Whole Genome Sequencing reads almost the entire human genetic code, covering around 3 billion base pairs (nucleotides). This is superior to the standard genotyping arrays used by most consumer DNA tests, including MyHeritage until recently, which read only about 700,000 base pairs. More data enables deeper insights across all types of genetic analysis. Whole Genome Sequencing is now being applied to most new MyHeritage DNA kits currently being processed at the lab, and to every new MyHeritage DNA kit sold moving forward. MyHeritage DNA kits already processed with the older genotyping array technology will not be reprocessed with Whole Genome Sequencing. Customers whose MyHeritage DNA kits are processed with Whole Genome Sequencing will be able to download their entire genome from MyHeritage at no cost, in CRAM format. They may also unlock additional insights by uploading their data to other trusted genetic service providers that support such uploads. Due to its high technological potential, MyHeritage has been eying Whole Genome Sequencing for years. A pioneering study by the MyHeritage Science Team published in 2020 validated Whole Genome Sequencing for reliable relative matching at scale. Following that study, MyHeritage has been collaborating closely with Ultima Genomics since its emergence from stealth mode in mid-2022, and later jointly with Gene by Gene, to prepare the scientific and logistical foundation for upgrading the MyHeritage DNA processing pipeline to Whole Genome Sequencing using Ultima’s technology. The upgrade was completed successfully and creates new opportunities for MyHeritage to deliver deeper insights into ethnic origins, family connections, and genetic genealogy, without any price increase to consumers. Even before this upgrade, MyHeritage was consistently the most affordable DNA test on the market among the major DNA testing companies. The upgrade to Whole Genome Sequencing makes the MyHeritage offering even more compelling. “This is a pivotal moment for genetic genealogy,” said Gilad Japhet, Founder and CEO of MyHeritage. “We are proud to take this pioneering step into Whole Genome Sequencing together with Ultima Genomics and with our longstanding partners at Gene by Gene. MyHeritage customers will enjoy the fruits of this technological upgrade for years to come, through increased accuracy, deeper insights, and exciting new products.” “MyHeritage’s move to Whole Genome Sequencing marks a major milestone for consumer DNA testing,” said Dr. Gilad Almogy, Founder and CEO of Ultima Genomics. “It demonstrates the scalability and maturity of Ultima’s innovative technology and accelerates the immense value that Whole Genome Sequencing can bring to consumers. It has been a pleasure collaborating with MyHeritage over the past few years, and we are proud to work together with them and Gene by Gene to bring genetic genealogy to new heights for millions of consumers worldwide.” “The transition to Whole Genome Sequencing represents the most ambitious project in our years-long partnership with MyHeritage,” said Dr. Lior Rauchberger, CEO of Gene by Gene. “We are proud to help set a new standard in consumer genomics and support the growth of what will soon become the world’s largest database of whole genomes. The rollout is centered at Gene by Gene’s state-of-the-art laboratory in Houston, Texas, which will house a large fleet of Ultima UG100™ sequencing instruments.” Privacy Commitment MyHeritage is committed to the privacy and security of its customers' data. All genetic data is encrypted and stored securely, and MyHeritage does not sell or license data to third parties. MyHeritage strictly prohibits the use of its platform by law enforcement. All genetic samples are automatically destroyed by the lab after processing, except those stored securely for customers who have enrolled in the MyHeritage DNA BioBank service. This provides customers with peace of mind not offered by most other major DNA testing companies. About MyHeritage MyHeritage is the leading global platform for family history. It enriches the lives of people worldwide by enabling them to uncover more about themselves and where they belong. With a suite of intuitive products, billions of historical records, AI-powered photo tools, and an affordable at-home DNA test, MyHeritage creates a meaningful discovery experience that is deeply rewarding. The MyHeritage platform is enjoyed by more than 62 million people around the world who treasure and celebrate their heritage. MyHeritage is committed to the privacy and security of its customer data and is available globally in 42 languages.www.myheritage.com About Ultima Genomics Ultima Genomics is unleashing the power of genomics at scale. The company's mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. With humanity on the cusp of a biological revolution, there is a virtually endless need for more genomic information to address biology's complexity and dynamic change—and a further need to challenge conventional next-generation sequencing technologies. Ultima's revolutionary new sequencing architecture drives down the costs of sequencing to help overcome the tradeoffs that scientists and clinicians are forced to make between the breadth, depth and frequency with which they use genomic information. The new sequencing architecture was designed to scale far beyond conventional sequencing technologies, lower the cost of genomic information and catalyze the next phase of genomics in the 21st century. www.ultimagenomics.com About Gene by Gene Gene by Gene is a world leader in genetic testing services with over 20 years of experience. Its laboratory holds accreditation from multiple agencies, including CAP, CLIA, New York State Department of Health, California Department of Public Health, and AABB. With a cutting-edge laboratory and highly trained team of experts, Gene by Gene is committed to excellence in the field of genetic analysis. www.genebygene.com

The Tipp City Public Library is proud to announce the launch of its newly digitized newspaper archive, now available online at https://tippcity.historyarchives.online. This exciting resource preserves invaluable local history and makes it accessible to residents, researchers, students, historians, and genealogy enthusiasts alike.

Unlocking Local Heritage

The Library will be providing access to The Tipp Herald (1933–1935) and The Tippecanoe City Herald (1869–1871). These publications offer a richly detailed chronicle of Tipp City and surrounding communities—capturing daily life, community events, local government, businesses, and social history across generations.

“Preserving old newspapers is crucial because they provide irreplaceable, firsthand accounts of historical events, societal attitudes, and cultural shifts,” said Lisa Santucci, Director of the Tipp City Public Library. “They serve as a vital primary source for historians, researchers, genealogists, and the public. We are so excited to share this resource with Tipp City and beyond.”

Grant Support from the Wahl Family Fund & Tipp City Foundation

This ambitious project was made possible through a generous grant from the Wahl Family Fund, awarded via the Tipp City Foundation. Their support covered the costs of digitization, metadata creation, quality control, and the hosting infrastructure required to serve the archives online. We are deeply grateful for their vision in ensuring our community’s heritage is safeguarded for future generations.

Goals & Benefits

• Preservation: Protect fragile original newspapers from further wear and damage.

• Access: Enable remote access to all by making the collection searchable and browsable online.

• Research & Education: Provide primary-source material for historians, students, genealogists, teachers, and writers.

• Community Engagement: Reconnect residents with Tipp City’s past—its people, businesses, culture, and stories.

How to Use the Archive

Visitors to the site can:

• Go to https://tippcity.historyarchives.online.

• Search by date, keyword, or newspaper title

• Browse full issues or individual pages

• Download high-resolution PDFs for personal or research use

• Cite original articles in academic or local history work

Future Plans

The Archives team intends to continue expanding the digital holdings, incorporating additional newspapers and local publications. Outreach efforts, such as workshops and history programs, will help citizens learn how to explore and utilize the collection effectively.