Six Eye-Catching Amish News Stories (And: Explaining Where I've Been...)

[@jenniferbriski567]

I personally like this style of video that you're switching to - it's more relaxing, like catching up with someone you haven't seen in a while.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you Jennifer, happy to hear that.

[@Kylan1111]

Awesome to see you back! Great to hear where you were, and enjoy the sit down format! Keep making more videos! Good stuff Erik!

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks a bunch very nice to hear that!

[@leniadiana]

gasped when i saw you posted!

[@evanmiller5620]

Glad to see you back, Erik. Was just wondering what you've been up to the last couple decades, as I stumbled onto your fantastic work a year or so ago. You're a good man, my brother, and I miss you. It's rare to see someone doing what they were born to do. And you clearly are.

[@AmishAmerica]

Wow, thanks a lot!

[@ruthmusic2]

Glad you're back. I enjoy learning about the Amish. I have several friends who are former Amish, but still have family who are Amish.

[@AmishAmerica]

My connections to the Amish have given me a lot of perspective and I hope grounded me in some ways...wonderful that you have those connections as well

[@kellyschmitt683]

I think the new format is great!

[@radicallyforjesus]

The format is completely fine. 👍🏻

[@mscatinaclaytor]

Glad you are back have you visited Amish communities in Michigan

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you and yes several of them, Centreville and a few others 👍

[@grillinandchillinwithdeb]

Just found your channel and enjoy it very much. I have always had an interest in the amish as some of my ancestors were amish and kinda feel a connection.

[@RobinMarconeCassidyRN]

Welcome back Erik! Good to know you didn't fall off the planet😊 Its heartbreaking to hear about the accident. Working in a hospital I see my share of car accidents and there is nothing worse in my opinion when a child's life is lost. Truly heartbreaking. Not surprising that the family who lost their children attempted to reach out to the people who allegedly may be at fault. The little I do know about their way of life is that they are very forgiving people. Really enjoyed this new format Joe! Thanks so much.

[@AmishAmerica]

Robin thanks much for your comment, yes I agree that must be about the hardest thing someone can go through. And you are right it does fit with the "Amish way" to do that, to try to reach out. I hope they can find as much peace as possible though of course it takes time for anyone.

[@RobinMarconeCassidyRN]

@@AmishAmerica It just occurred to me I accidentally called you Joe at the end of my message. Sorry Erik! 😉 Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! 🙏

[@notsosilentmajority1]

Welcome back! Love the new format, keep em' coming. 🙏👍

[@kassrripples3659]

Thank you. I enjoyed this format.

[@Nanner823]

Welcome back Erik, I don't mind your face at all, its quite nice. Thanks for the update. New format sounds fun.

[@sandydaniels2668]

I like this new format. The story of the 2 children killed was something I had heard about but was unaware of the twin twist with the who done it. Such a horrible tragedy for the family of those girls.

[@gagamba9198]

Fascinating development of the Michigan Circle Amish. I enjoyed the new format. Of course I also enjoy the old one too. Understand the constraints.

[@ericahoelscher3733]

Glad you took a break and figured out a new format that might work better for you. I like it!

[@tomslick5951]

Erik, we like the new format. Though your file footage and commentary have always been great and informative, we love the topicality and timeliness of this new layout. Please keep up the good work that you do. It has been always been highly helpful for those of us that live within large Amish communities. We truly enjoy our growing friendship that we have been able to foster with our Amish friends here in Bremen, Indiana. Countryside Night Out comes up December 8th from 2pm to midnight here in Nappanee and the surrounding area. We go every year and might it may be an interesting topic for your channel? It's a ball....in an Amish sorta way!

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks much for this comment Tom, I'm just catching up answering some of them I missed when this vid came out. Neat to hear about Countryside Night Out, wasn't aware of that one, happy to learn more!

[@jeanholley5820]

Nice to have you back - you were missed!

[@starletsatori8933]

Loved the format!!! Thanks, good to see you again. I live very near the Amish and I thoroughly enjoy having a better understanding of their lifestyles.

[@susiecox8413]

Hey Erik! I had wondered about you and where you were. Glad to see all is well and I like the new format!! Looking forward to the next video!

[@Kanadol01]

Good to have you back, man! This longer video is like a true blessing) Hopefully there's more on the way!

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you, I wanted to drop off more than usual since it's been so long! More to come soon-ish :)

[@sharonholmes2470]

It's a great day when you see Erik back again 🎉😊 We missed your video's tremendously! Don't want you burnt-out. New format is fine with us.

[@AmishAmerica]

Very kind Sharon thank you!

[@fluffyotter1601]

As always, thank you….enjoy your channel. I just thought I wasn’t receiving notifications for your channel, lol!

[@AmishAmerica]

Yea I was afraid people might think that!

[@medaperson5055]

I really enjoy this channel! I live near an Amish community is East Central MN and it's very interesting to hear about my neighbors in a general way. So glad you're back!

[@sixflagswoa]

Great video! I like this format! Very informative topics as well.

[@AmishAmerica]

Me too and thank you!

[@lisacraze1]

Thank you for coming back to KZbin. I enjoy your videos. Also, looking forward to seeing how the new format goes. Forgive me for writing this, but you are pretty easy on the eyes…😊

[@audreyplants6397]

I like this new format and I'm glad you're trying something more sustainable because we love your videos and want to keep watching them! I'm a student at OSU studying environmental policy and it can be challenging so I really like your videos to learn about something very different from what I am normally studying. Also, I will definitely be checking out the website!

[@AmishAmerica]

Awesome Audrey very cool to hear you say that

[@jimmyponds5504]

Glad to see you again! Periodically, I've been looking for your videos; now I know more of the reasons behind "no Erik." ha

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks for checking Jimmy, glad to be back!

[@conniephillips8217]

Welcome back! It's great to have you back.

[@mo-rfd]

We are glad you are back "on the air." We enjoyed your new format and your interesting news stories. We like how this format was more informative; if people want more photographs they can be referred to the website. Incidentally, we live within 25 miles of two Amish communities here in central Missouri and, yes, they are very different in their attitudes and their use of technology. And we patronize both communities.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks for the feedback on why you like it, that's helpful. I try to balance info with "consumability" (eg not too long videos) but might try mixing it up some. Sounds like you are in a great area (and state) for the Amish

[@jeromemcandrew5731]

Glade to see you back you still need to come to western New York and visit are Amish.

[@AmishAmerica]

I'd love to!

[@lorainedeyoe6104]

Hello, glad l found your channel. I live in Jamesport, Missouri. Our community is mixed old order Amish, Mennonite and now new order Amish ( a break away) . The man that was going to kill 11 children is from Spickard, Mo about 20 miles away. They are Swartzentruber’s in that community. Let pray this man.

[@AmishAmerica]

Yes absolutely a sad story. I hope the mental health awareness aspect is the positive here

[@candicel3224]

Hello neighbor. It's always fun to find someone local on these pages. I live near Spickard, just across the county line. We are in Jamesport about every 2 weeks for Amish auctions and the stores.

[@jameymikels1886]

Where I live we have a rather new Amish Settlement. The Amish started moving here around 20 years ago and we had our 2nd wedding ever here last week. We have been having around 6 to 7 young families moving in every year. It is fun getting to know them all. I started driving last year and have become good friends with many of them.

[@susantanner2603]

Glad your back! I did enjoy your new format. Look forward to more. 😊

[@DariaRosie]

Glad you are back🤗 I find your videos very interesting, educational and soothing..

[@AmishAmerica]

I'm so glad!

[@luckyduckie2000]

Welcome back! I have missed your content. I love this new format. You have a very nice speaking voice and its a pleasure to listen to you sharing stories. I see a new improvement to the website too. Well done Erik..

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you so much, very nice of you. I was a bit frustrated it took me so long to get back on YT but it's been really nice to hear from you and everyone

[@tiportangeles2696]

Missed you! Glad you're back!

[@kristinradtke]

These news stories you shared were extremely interesting. I am a staff writer for a local independent weekly near an Amish settlement, so we work with Amish business owners on a regular basis. They don't want to use the term "Amish" in their advertising - we use terms like handmade or homespun at their request, which I find interesting. The "Amish" term can definitely have a whole range of different connotations, depending on individual perspective. There are definitely business situations in my area that capitalise on it. FYI, I subscribe to the local Amish newspaper, which is really wonderfully done. And one of the very first news stories I covered as a reporter for this news organization was a hit-and-run vehicle homicide trial, where a couple died. The drivers that caused the accident were twin males. Hearing your second news story shared reminded me of that time. Excellent content! I personally like this format better - it's more like a kaffe klatsch.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you much Kristin, great comment and insight. I like the handmade/homespun clue words, I guess someone who knows the code might be able to figure out which ads are for Amish businesses.

[@deniseg714]

Really glad you are back! Personally I enjoy your videos for the content. The visuals are great but your wealth of information is what keeps my interest. Thank you for all you do.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks Denise, helpful to know that.

[@lilbatz]

Love to see your smiling face. Glad you are back 💕

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you happy to be back!

[@RR98guy]

Thanks for all your perspective on The Amish faith and its adherents. Like the new format Erik. Looking forward to new content.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you much, I have already recorded a few new ideas for next vids

[@way2tired2]

Welcome back. you're not the first youtuber I've heard get a little burned out. I grew up around the southern elkhart county amish, so your channel is always fun to listen to

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks for the sympathetic words, it's appreciated, yes probably par for the course. I love Elkhart LaGrange area and miss it

[@jakevanmantgem8347]

It's great see you back Erik. I really enjoy your content. It helped me out the culture of Amish Communities. I am a truck driver, my company has many Amish customers. I have interaction with many Amish Communities. Your videos has provided wealth of knowledge. Thank you for your content here. I enjoy your previous content and the format. This new format is something to get used to. Until next time have a Blessed day.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks Jake happy to hear if the vids have helped in any way. Hope to keep bringing the same level of info on the channel. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@leniadiana]

i love this new format! So sad about the two girls who passed, the cover up is so odd?

[@AmishAmerica]

So cool to hear you like it 👍And yes it's really a bizarre story - but if/when drugs are involved I guess it's all possible

[@thomaslapp6029]

Missed you content and like the new format

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad to hear it Thomas!

[@Kimberley42]

Great to see you back with some interesting stories. Some banks here in the UK have "mobile branches" as they're called that go around the more remote parts of Scotland.

[@AmishAmerica]

Interesting!

[@normangerring4645]

Enjoyed this format very much. Trying something different sometimes is a good thing. You Sir, are doing a fine thing no matter what format. Glad to have you back.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you much!

[@johnsturtevant9351]

Glad to see you trudging on..... keep it up..... thanks for all you do. I would like to see more on how we can partake (purchase) directly from or indirectly purchase actual products made by the "Amish" not the marketing name. I am about and hour and a half from the Etheridge TN group and the group from Pontotoc, MS and have been to both and will go back as time and travel permit. I am NOT Amish nor a seeker, but I do have some so called amish ways as in being old fashion on purpose, and use non-tech etc.. like lawn tools, and so on, on the homestead. At the house, I have to be "modern" if that is what you call it, it much more stressful too. But I find the minimalist old fashion way much healthier, and much more peaceful.

[@AmishAmerica]

I guess it goes without saying that buying direct is best way to be sure, but you can always directly ask the seller if it is a third party. I find that those products that are in fact direct from Amish will explicitly say this somewhere on their website and/or product packaging, so you can check that way too. I think I understand a lot of what you mean about more peaceful ways...have recently moved at least for the time being to a much quieter and less-populated place and it has been great

[@johnsturtevant9351]

@@AmishAmerica AWESOME!!! Traveling for now is a challenge - but I will overcome and go face to face, probably best. Yes love my cabin.

[@arlitabeard7693]

Glad to see you back again I like to read and hear about the Amish

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad to be back! Agree

[@ronr3656]

I do like this format and I really appreciate the information you provide

[@joyceedwards9652]

So glad to see you again!!!

[@cindynielson4231]

Great video! Glad you're back. I have a dear cousin that lives in Osseo, MI and has Amish neighbors. She has spoke about how the kids run around barefoot in the summer and they often will ask for rides into town. That was an interesting story about the Michigan Circle. TFS 👍

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad you thought so Cindy, sounds like she has nice neighbors, maybe a plainer group there. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@mq5276]

Happy to see you again! I think I like the new format.

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad you like it!

[@kimfleury]

I like this new format equally as well as your original one. This is one of the few channels I actively seek for new uploads if I don't see them in my suggestions list on the main page for a while. I know you've traveled in the past, so if I don't see your uploads for a while, I just say an extra prayer for you. The funny thing this time is that the last time I visited your Amish America website was shortly after your last upload, so it was right as you were embarking on doing that work. I'll have to go check it out again later today 😊

[@marypost2353]

Very interesting video! I like the news! Welcome back! Like this format. 👍

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks much glad you like it Mary!

[@ajits64]

You've been very missed. Great to see you again.🎉

[@AmishAmerica]

You too!

[@barbaraamos7805]

So glad you’re back!

[@AmishAmerica]

Same here!

[@beatrice7789]

Good to see you again Erik. I enjoyed this video, the sit down format, also interesting topics covered.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks for the feedback and glad to hear it Beatrice

[@lindaandersen3289]

I really enjoyed the video. Keep up the great work you do

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you, will do!

[@susanschuck8124]

So glad your back! Definitely missed. Love all your interesting videos! Keep them coming as best you can! Thank you!

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you Susan and happy Thanksgiving!

[@markhaynes9442]

Great to see you back! Whatever format you choose, I'm on board, my friend! Enjoying the website also!

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks a bunch Mark! Just catching up with some of these nice comments 😃

[@denisebiendarra5996]

It’s good to see you back; I had been wondering why I hadn’t seen any videos in a while. I like your new format-interesting stories.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks a lot, I plan to do some more videos like this one, and some more topic-focused ones as well. It was just the visual production that was burning me out. This vid is a little rough with the edits but hopefully not too bad

[@janicew6222]

Good to see you back. Happy New Year!

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you!

[@annetteericsson266]

I live in Missouri and we have lots of amish here. I love seeing them and hear them drive by my home. I work at a factory and the guys there brag about found 70 on our small hilly roads. I am scared for the amish as there is no way a car going that fast can stop in time. When I see a buggy I slow down to 20 mph. Cars seems to get very angry with me slowing down. I will take the heat. I hope car drivers can be more passionate and slow down

[@Lisa-r6u1w]

When I visit my niece in Garrettesville , Ohio I will have my husband drive if I go south to Wayne county , Ohio it's always in daylight so I'll drive but it still keeps me on my toes and I don't speed because of the buggies I don't want to spook the horses .

[@Proxima888]

Informative video! Welcome back - you were missed!

[@AmishAmerica]

Hey, thanks!

[@cherylbertolini3140]

glad to see you again, the website looks great.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you!

[@jonzaremba]

Glad you're back. I like this longer format.

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad to hear Jon thanks!

[@olivegreenpants7153]

Studying the map of the Michigan Circle communities and it looks like most of them are just northwest of where i live

[@TheMtggrl]

Awesome to sign on tonight and find a new video from you, I've enjoyed all your videos of the past, but my gosh this new format was very interesting. I'll be here for any format that works best for you, thank you for sharing such interesting content for all of us.

[@AmishAmerica]

I'm grateful you're still around and glad you liked the new format. Sneak preview, next vid will have to do with Amish "rules" 🙂

[@elijahcarney5962]

Glad to see a new video, could you perhaps one day do a video of the relationship between the Amish and native Americans communities

[@2060jem]

Great to see you again 😊

[@AmishAmerica]

You too!

[@jillhull7358]

This is WONDERFUL

[@mamma8786]

Thanks for coming back no offence taken. Good to hear your voice again. Oh and I looked at your Amish America site as well. Always good info even for a Menno.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you much!

[@tonyaboyer4547]

I really like the new format!

[@Jaclynn.aka.Torikisu]

yay! Nice to see a video from you 🙂 ETA: Watching through your video, Thank you for talking about Michigan Amish!! I'm from Muskegon, Mi and work at Joann, many Amish live just outside of the Muskegon area (Fremont/Newaygo/White Cloud cities) and many of the women and children come in for fabric. I've only been a Muskegon resident for a few years (prior to that, I lived in metro Detroit) so I find the Amish community interesting and follow you because of my small "connection" to Amish individuals who come and shop all the time. Any other information on the Michigan Amish would be awesome 🙂

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad to share on the Michigan Amish Jaclynn, that is the first place I ever visited inside an Amish home so it's got a special place:) I don't have a vid solely on Michigan Amish (yet) but do have a bunch of content on Michigan Amish on the website if you've checked that out: amishamerica.com/?s=michigan

[@george46light]

Good to see you back Erik! Of course nice visuals are cool, but mostly your videos are what you have to say, so good decision! 👌

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks George appreciate that feedback! Hope to be able to find a happy medium here 👍

[@RockinRavenVA]

I saw the Geltbus parked outside of Cambridge Shoe Shop in Chester County on Tuesday! Such a great idea. Glad to see a new video, Eric!

[@AmishAmerica]

Very cool! It makes so much sense doesn't it

[@katherinekinnaird4408]

The Mobil Bank is certainly a great banking system for the Amish people. I live in Southern California and it would be a magnet for trouble even without an ATM. It's good to have you back. I'm about 1/2 way through the video so I will watch till the end and hope you will be able to post more often. Regardless hope you all are well and no worries take all the time away you would need. God bless.

[@marymartel5187]

Hi Erik! Missed you! Happy to see this video and like the new format too. I've enjoyed clicking over to your Amish America website these past months and reading all the articles (especially about Michigan Circle Amish and Amish communities in Maine). Thank you for all you do and glad you are back!

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks for checking those out Mary, I felt bad that I had to put the channel on the shelf for awhile but it makes me happy to hear you found the site too. Thank YOU for letting me know :)

[@katecarnes3624]

Nice to see you again, Erik. I like your new format. Keep up the awesome work!!

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you Kate! Glad you're still here

[@paulamcgarghanpeter4662]

Thank you for your work and information. God bless❤

[@CLIXZZ]

So great to see you back. Keep up the great work website looks good. And if you are looking to hire I think my sister-in-law would do a great job helping you out we just got back from an awesome trip with her complete guidance.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you!

[@toddbonin6926]

This was great. Thank you

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad you thought so!

[@zelphx]

😊 Welcome back, brother!

[@JigsawPuzzleConnection]

I love all your videos either way. So interesting. TFS

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad you like them, thank you!

[@Wyxoor]

The youngstown amish population survey was actually updated / revised the other day, the amish had grown by 1000 more than they had first posted, due to faster than expected growth in pennsylvania lancaster community specifically, so the current estimate is actually 384,400, they will likely hit the 400,000 mark in 2025.

[@Mikell-h2c]

Nice production good format❤

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you!

[@fayewinn3398]

Glad your back. I do like hearing The news also.

[@edmonddoodyjr984]

Thank You for the info. I think you do a good job tell us about the Amish.

[@wendyzimmerman6002]

I’ve missed your videos so much

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad you're here Wendy!

[@ejdemuth]

Glade your back

[@isaweesaw]

Glad you're back making videos!

[@AmishAmerica]

Me too! Glad you're here

[@isaweesaw]

Watched every single video for the past year and a half almost @@AmishAmerica 😃

[@carguy4658]

First, welcome back as you were missed. I enjoy discussions of different, hopefully more peaceful lifestyles within our crazy world cultures. There is no utopia that man can create.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you, always appreciate your comments carguy dating to the channel early days

[@JennEldridge-cw2jm]

Welcome back!

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you!

[@raethibodeau9604]

Glad to see you back. You were missed.

[@AmishAmerica]

Belated thank you!!

[@caw485]

Welcome back Erik! Nice to have you back.

[@AmishAmerica]

Glad to be back, thanks!

[@kwyatt97]

Glad to see you again. I like everything you do.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thank you!

[@jillhull7358]

I dearly love THESE vedios missed you

[@AmishAmerica]

More to come!

[@johnpinckney4979]

Nice to see you're back. Like the new format. Surprised you're not on PBS or NPR with your storytelling abilities. A few new questions: Any Amish that you know of working in broadcasting in Lancaster County, PA? I'm especially thinking of WGAL-TV, channel 8. How do the Amish handle any handicapped in their communities? Blindness? Deafness? Mobility? Finally, how about school discipline? Fights? Violence? Weapons? Drugs? TNX in advance.

[@AmishAmerica]

Thanks a lot, well WGAL does a good number of Amish stories, but I don't know of any Amish who would work in broadcasting. There are classes for children with special needs in their communities. Schools pretty much empty of any weapons or drugs but I can't discount an Amish boy bringing a pocket knife from home, if that counts :)

[@naninbfe]

Keep the knowledge coming!

[@infopubs]

Completely understand how much work it must be to have to find photos and video to illustrate what you are talking about in each video. Seeing your face as you talk is perfectly fine with me and feels a bit like we're sitting in your kitchen while we chat over coffee :)

[@AmishAmerica]

Love that description and I'm happy if it gives that vibe 🙂