Games, snacks for family fun at Andrews library Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:44 AM The Andrews-Dallas Township Public Library presents “Unplugged,” Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 6 p.m. The event is a family game night with snacks and prizes. The library is located at 30 E. Madison St. in Andrews. For more information call the library at 786-3574 or visit Andrews.lib.in.us. Read more about Games, snacks for family fun at Andrews library
Grant group stresses humanities, historical preservation awards Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:41 AM Indiana nonprofits are encouraged to apply for grants in 2018 for projects that seek to engage the public in the humanities or provide historic preservation education. Read more about Grant group stresses humanities, historical preservation awards
Platelets, all types of blood urgently needed, says Red Cross Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:41 AM This January, National Blood Donor Month, the American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood and platelet donors of all blood types to make an appointment to give as soon as possible and help address a winter blood donation shortage. While all blood types are urgently needed, there is a more critical need for platelets and whole blood donation types O negative, B negative and AB.Upcoming blood drives in Huntington County are: Huntington• Jan. 15, from 1:30 p.m. .to 6:30 p.m. at Huntington Church of the Nazarene, 1555 Flaxmill Rd. Read more about Platelets, all types of blood urgently needed, says Red Cross
Truckload of bins Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:33 AM Photo by Scott Trauner. Republic Services employee Cody Smoyer checks on a truckload of recycling bins the company started to distribute Monday, Jan. 8, to 6,500 homes in the City of Huntington as part of the new curbside recycling program starting on Jan. 15. Read more about Truckload of bins
Local RTL chapter seeks support for anti-abortion anniversary ad Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:32 AM Jan. 22 marks the 45th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court decision, Roe v. Wade, that legalized abortion on demand. Each year Huntington County Right to Life commemorates this anniversary with a large newspaper ad containing the names of those who oppose the killing of the unborn. Supporters can show their support of the pro-life efforts by including their name in this memorial ad. A minimum donation per name is requested to help defray the cost of the ad. Submit names to the Right to Life office or at any participating church. Read more about Local RTL chapter seeks support for anti-abortion anniversary ad
Pinkerton named top employee Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:30 AM Photo by Steve Clark. Shona Pinkerton (middle) was named Oakbrook Village’s 2017 Employee of the Year on Monday, Jan. 8. Pinkerton has served as a registered nurse at the Huntington nursing and rehabilitation facility for eight years. Celebrating the honor with her are (left) Nikki Cardwell, senior director of nursing, and Shane McVoy, administrator. Read more about Pinkerton named top employee
Mass for sick set for St. Felix on Saturday, Jan. 20 Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:29 AM A Mass for the sick will be celebrated Saturday, Jan. 20, at St. Felix Catholic Center, 1280 Hitzfield St., in Huntington. The Mass begins at 1 p.m. and will be preceded by recitation of the rosary at 12:30 p.m. The Mass is sponsored by the group, “Praying with Father Solanus,” named in honor of Rev. Solanus Casey. Casey, whose intercession is credited with many apparently miraculous cures, spent 10 years of his life at the former St. Felix Friary, now the home of St. Felix Catholic Center. Read more about Mass for sick set for St. Felix on Saturday, Jan. 20
County youth to have all-night party Jan. 12 Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:27 AM Youth from Huntington County will come together this Friday evening, Jan. 12, for a lock-out all-night party. Youth will travel around Huntington and Fort Wayne for a variety of games and activities. Youth who are interested in attending are invited to contact Megan Condry at St. Peter’s First Community Church at megancondry@gmail.com. Read more about County youth to have all-night party Jan. 12
Northwest Elementary School names perfect attendance students for 2Q Thursday, January 11, 2018 7:26 AM Northwest Elementary School has honored students who achieved perfect attendance during the second quarter of the 2017-18 school year. They are: Zachary Alleman, Hayden Baumgardner, Miller Baumgardner, James Belovich, Jessie Bilyeu, Levi Bilyeu, Nathan Bowman, Wyatt Brammer, Kennedy Brewer, Haden Brown, Katelyn Burkhart, Brady Carter, Brayden Clabaugh, Cale Craig, Shayna Cripe, Sarah Crist, Adele Cryderman, Keeley Cryderman and Brooklyn Esslinger. Read more about Northwest Elementary School names perfect attendance students for 2Q
Northside Cleaners going more eco-friendly with new machine By REBECCA SANDLIN - Monday, January 8, 2018 8:16 AM Photo by Rebecca Sandlin. A new dry cleaning machine recently installed at Northside Cleaners may help reduce the carbon footprint of the clothing it cleans. The machine, a Union HXL 8018-C, which was made in Italy and shipped to Huntington, is the latest technology available, says Chris Zahm, who owns Northside Cleaners. The new addition roughly amounts to a $45,000 investment by the company. Read more about Northside Cleaners going more eco-friendly with new machine
First Federal’s Zahn is region director for state bankers’ group Monday, January 8, 2018 8:13 AM Michael Zahn, president of First Federal Savings Bank, in Huntington, has started his term as a northeast region director for the Indiana Bankers Association’s board of directors. Zahn started the term on Jan. 1. He was elected to the position last September at the IBA Annual Convention in French Lick. Zahn is one of three northeast region directors, along with Jeffrey W. Gump, of Farmers and Merchants Bank, in LaOtto, and Michael C. Rechin, of First Merchants Corporation, in Muncie. Read more about First Federal’s Zahn is region director for state bankers’ group
Masonic officers installed Monday, January 8, 2018 8:12 AM Photo provided. The Mt. Etna Masonic Lodge held its installation of officers on Dec. 21. Officers for 2018 are (front row from left) Brent Campbell, treasurer; Joe Gooding, senior steward; Jerry Piqune, tyler; Chuck Clampitt, worshipful master; Jathan Jones, senior warden; and David Swanson, junior steward; and (back row from left) Bob MacDonald, senior deacon; Steve Halchuck, junior warden; Jay Allen, chaplain; and Junior Wehr, secretary. Read more about Masonic officers installed
Aiming high Monday, January 8, 2018 8:10 AM Photo by Rebecca Sandlin. Carsen Morgan, 7, of Huntington, sets his sights on the goal as he throws a basketball during gym time on Thursday, Jan. 4, part of the Parkview Huntington Family YMCA’s Christmas Break Camp activities for kids. Read more about Aiming high
Youth get invite to ADTPL Winter Wonderland Jan. 13 Monday, January 8, 2018 8:08 AM Children ages toddlers to third graders are invited to the Andrews-Dallas Township Public Library’s Winter Wonderland, Saturday, Jan. 13, at 10:30 a.m. The event features winter-themed play time. A craft and snacks are included in the activities. The library is located at 30 E. Madison St. in Andrews. For more information call the library at 786-3574 or visit andrews.lib.in.us. Read more about Youth get invite to ADTPL Winter Wonderland Jan. 13
Zay says state senate taking apps for Senate Page Program Monday, January 8, 2018 8:06 AM State Sen. Andy Zay, R-Huntington, announced the Indiana Senate is still accepting applications for the Senate Page Program. This full-day interactive program gives students in grades six through 12 the opportunity to tour the Indiana Statehouse, observe session debates on the Senate floor and assist staff with age-appropriate tasks. Students will also meet with their state senator. Read more about Zay says state senate taking apps for Senate Page Program