Jay Dee Schafers, Isaac Baldwin, and Alex Stuchlik provided entertainment for nearly a dozen employees and spouses at Hoch Publishing’s annual Christmas party Dec. 12 at Country Lakes Café in Marion.

Attending were Adam Stewart, Ben Kleine, Melvin Honeyfield, Jean Stuchlik and husband Alex, Jennifer Stultz and husband Harold, Rowena Plett and husband Jerry, Debbie Steele, and Joan Meyer.

Tena Lundgren and husband Ken had to leave early because of another commitment. Susan Marshall and Janet Post were unable to attend. In addition to dinner and music, the evening included games.

The company publishes the Marion County Record, Hillsboro Star-Journal, and Peabody Gazette-Bulletin.