LET’S DANCE At an Indian pow wow, you will often hear the Master of Ceremonies announce: “Intertribal – everybody dance!” All are welcome to go around the sacred circle when hearing these words. . . Read More
“Beginning Beekeeping” will be presented by the Northeastern Indiana Beekeeper’s Association on Thursday, March 21st. This will be held at the NIPSCO Building, 300 East Main Street, Fort Wayne, starting at 7:30pm. . . Read More
LIKE FATHER—-LIKE DAUGHTER
TRIVIA QUESTION: Which Fort Wayne college team has both father and daughter involved in its operations?
ANSWER: Indiana Tech Women’s Softball Team.
The two involved are father, Dave Worrel-coach and daughter, Kristy . . . Read More
Derall B. Wittwer, 81, died Saturday, March 2 at Hospice Home of N E Indiana. A native of Fort Wayne, he was owner/operator of Cloverleaf Motors. He retired in 1984. He was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, F.& . . Read More
I have a friend who loves to act. But he can’t. He simply does not have the talent. However, he is a great draftsman, to which he turns up his nose. . . Read More
Spring Moon Points to Planets
Four planets will form a gigantic diagonal line across the sky after sunset in March. Locate the planets this month and then take note how they will seem to move closer in relation to each other. . . Read More
(The following message was taken from THE COURIER, the official messenger of the Anthony Wayne Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America.)
THIS I BELIEVE . . . IN HEALTHY LIVING
Our children are being raised in an increasingly sedentary society . . . Read More
Did you know that St. Patrick was actually born in Kilpatrick, Scotland? And his given name was Maewyn.
According to Irish legends, he was captured when he was 16, taken to Ireland and sold as a slave. . . Read More
Springtime—-
My Favorite Season
God has given us the different seasons of the year for our enjoyment, and we should try to enjoy each and every month that we are blessed with. . . Read More
LOCAL SCOUTMASTER RECEIVES PAUL G. LOBSIGER – MORNING STAR AWARD
The morning star is a very significant symbol to Native Americans. The morning star signals the approach of the dawn. In essence, the promise of light, a new day, and a new beginning. . . . Read More
ALLEN COUNTRY 4-H SHOOTING SPORTS CLUB PROGRAMS
These programs are sponsored by the Allen County 4-H Shooting Sports Club. The programs teach safe handling of firearms, proper use of equipment, shooting techniques and ethics of good shooters. . . Read More
Oft times I get letters and they are put in the Letters To The Editor column but I think this one belongs right here because it is something that concerns each and every one of us. . . Read More
MAGNIFICENT CAVE HILL CEMETERY
I wrote about beautiful Cave Hill in a column several weeks ago, and since that time, have been deluged with inquires wanting to know more about the cemetery. . . Read More
(Although this was not sent directly to us by the writer, it was sent to us by a concerned citizen.)
ABOUT PRISONERS OF WAR
I was just reading Yahoo news and the San Antonio Express newspaper. . . Read More
Richard O. Bade, 83, died Monday, March 11, 2002 at Lutheran Hospital. His parents were Oscar T. Bade and Agnes (Foley) Bade. He retired as a professional engineer for the Federal Housing Administration. . . Read More
Romald D. Winn, 68, died Saturday, February 16 at Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana. A native of Fort Wayne, he retired from GTE wireless in 1998 and worked part time in the office of Rich’s Auto Center here in Waynedale. . . Read More
Richard Joseph Nichter, Sr., 78, died Saturday, March 2, 2002 at Harborside Healthcare. A native of Fort Wayne, he was a letter carrier for the U. S. Postal Service and retired in 1981. . . Read More
The following poems were found on pages 11 & 24 of the January/February copy of THE INDIANA TROOPER – The Official Publication of the Indiana Troopers Association (Indiana State Police). They gave us permission to use them.
I AM . . . Read More
Like Loretta Lynn, she was “bornd” a coal miner’s daughter. Dotsy Pressler is a Waynedale resident and has lived here most of her married life.
Dotsy Smith was born at home near Verda in Harlan County KY. . . Read More
BACKPACKER PEANUT BUTTER HONEY BARS
(Recipe courtesy Kenneth Knipstein)
1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup coconut
1/2 cup quick oats
powdered sugar
Put the peanut butter and honey in a small bowl. . . Read More
Nestled on the southwest side of The Village of Time Corners on West Jefferson Blvd. is a locally family owned “house of fresh custard” – Clancy’s. Clancy’s Frozen Custard offers custard that is made fresh daily as well . . . Read More
Definition of a GEEK
By Moira Stone from the Indiana Daily Student
Geeks are the most manageable, romantic, responsible and handy type of person available. He is kind, thoughtful and imaginative, he’s also been know to wire stereos, fix computers . . . Read More
Mizpah Shriners and The Scottish-Rite will once again host a Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. This will be co-sponsored again this year by WLDE 101.7 FM & Miller Lite. The parade will begin at 4pm Sunday March 17, 2002 on the corners of Wayne . . . Read More
Faith and begorra ’tis shamrock time agin ‘en there’s nuthin’ mor nurishin’ then a bowl uv me Mither’s Irish stew. Ok so that’s a hillbilly version of the way my ancestors talked but then trying to spell it . . . Read More
ST. PATRICK’S DAY
St. Patrick’s Day,What does it mean?Drinking beer,And wearing green?
Get togethers,Dinners and such?Giggles and laughs,Indulging too much?
Irish-Americans,Walks of all kinds,Celebrate it’s meaning, . . . . . Read More