Quartermaster Rich Hatch making chicken pies. He had several lessons from Marilyn Ramsey before she passed so as to be able to make them according to her recipe. Photos by Junior Vice Commander Jess Grey.

PARIS — VFW Post 9797 in Paris is starting its public suppers again! They will be on the third Friday of the month, so August 18, from 5-6:30 p.m. will be the next. Still just $10! The menu for August is our ‘famous’ chicken pie, with mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and apple sauce, along with a dessert. People can swing in and get take out to enjoy at home or stay and eat at the Post.