Amy Helmer and Randy Boudreaux of Marion announce their engagement and approaching marriage.

The bride-elect is a daughter of Ladd and Luci Helmer of rural Marion and granddaughter of Pauline Allender of Harper, Eldena Helmer of Marion and the late David Helmer, and Norman and Phyllis Spencer of Hallet, Okla. She is an owner of the Big Scoop in Marion.

Her fiancé’s mother is Marilyn Plus of Spencer, Ind. Circle D in Hillsboro employs him.

Their wedding is planned for Sept. 11. A reception will be Sept. 12 at Marion Christian Church.