Three Way Bulb
When it is daylight and we are in darkness, we need to pray that we find the switch that will illuminate our mind, body, and spirit, and wake us up. . . Read More
Truth: a word foreign to most politicians.
The Nice Trooper
Indiana State Trooper, Andy, was taking a young man to jail for DUI.
“You sure are a nice guy,” the intoxicant said. . . Read More
Part One (of three)
Once upon a time when God created the earth, he created things that only children could understand. He thought, “I want the children to have a part of their lives that help them use their imagination.” . . Read More
We all know some people who get sick all the time. They’re just getting over one thing when here comes the next round of illness. We also know people who just seem to be full of energy. . . Read More
My ice cream dripped on his pants,
But Grandpa doesn’t care.
His fishing tackle’s tangled up,
His rod is who knows where?
I lost his keys in the garage.
I’ve made a mess out there.
I’m always getting into things,
But Grandpa doesn’t care. . . Read More
After a lifetime of learning, from kindergarten to college, boot camp to 14 overseas military deployments including three tours in Iraq, I should not have been surprised to be reminded that not all learning – or teaching – is done in a . . . Read More
The military’s first ever accredited high school, Patriot Academy, graduated its first class at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center near Butlerville, Indiana on March 18, 2010.
The program is aimed at combating the nation’s growing high school . . . Read More
I would have to say that the most sought after fish is the common bluegill found in almost every body of water throughout the state of Indiana and other states for that matter. . . Read More
WHAT THE SCOUT LAW MEANS TO ME
by John Wayne
A great American, John Wayne, passed away many years ago. One of his last public appearances was at a dinner to benefit a land purchase for a Scout Reservation called John Wayne Outpost Camp. . . Read More
(A column, whereas, you the reader may ask Ben questions about camping, cooking, hunting, fishing, or anything concerning living in our Great Outdoors.)
COPING WITH COYOTES
(Information gleaned from a DNR press release.) . . Read More
Carol Stevenson, shown with her husband Wayne Township Trustee Richard Stevenson, enjoys strawberry pie from Hall’s at The Taste of Waynedale recently at Kingston Residence. A fundraiser for Community Harvest, The Taste of Waynedale featured . . . Read More
It is Friday, March 19, and today my 93-year old mom will be leaving her pretty yellow house where she has lived for over 63 years. At 4 o’clock she will be transported to hospice home where she will live out her days. . . Read More
APRIL 22 AND APRIL 24
7:30 pm
ELMHURST AUDITORIUM
3829 SANDPOINT ROAD
ALL TICKETS: $7
The Students of Elmhurst High School Drama Team are putting on a bright, entertaining musical. The students have shown great spirit and pride in their production . . . Read More
When asked why Donna loves what she does, she says, “I always wanted to help older people and I feel good about myself when I go home knowing that I’ve assisted someone in need.” . . Read More
New Year’s Day (January 1st) – Martin Luther King Jr. Day (3rd Monday in January) – Lincoln’s Birthday (February 12th) – Presidents’ Day (3rd Monday in February) – Easter Sunday (variable) – Mother’s Day (2nd Sunday in May) – Peace . . . Read More
In its opening weekend, Diary of a Wimpy Kid outsold The Bounty Hunter, starring Jennifer Anniston and Gerard Butler. While The Bounty Hunter looks pretty awful, it’s still kind of cool that a kids’ movie, specifically . . . Read More
OBAMACARE MAY BE BITTER PILL FOR HOOSIERS
Indiana joins multi-state legal challenge to historic federal action
STATEHOUSE – “Obamacare” – the name many have given to national health care legislation recently passed by Congress and signed . . . Read More
Spring is here — time to spruce up your house, get rid of clutter and get things organized. But this year, go beyond your home and yard when you do your spring cleaning and look for ways to rejuvenate your investment portfolio. . . Read More
LEARN THE LIFE-SAVING SKILL OF HANDS-ONLY CPR FOR FREE MAY 8
One-hour, non-certified classes at Public Safety Academy open to anyone 12 and older
I would like to invite anyone 12 or older to learn the life-saving skill of hands-only CPR as part . . . Read More
Spring is definitely in the air, and it feels great after a snowy and dreary winter. Here at the Trustee’s Office we have started planning for our spring and summer events, including our “Bike to Work Day” in May. . . Read More
DONALD P. KING, 88, of Fort Wayne passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at his home. Born October 29, 1921 in Putnam, New York, he retired in 1980 from Transport Motor after 25 years where he was a truck driver. . . Read More
J. DEVON MATHIAS, 81, of Warren, passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at Heritage Pointe. He was born November 21, 1928 in South Whitley, Indiana and taught and served as an administrator in the Lagrange, Pleasant Township and . . . Read More
ROBERT L. THURBER, JR., 75, passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at Riverbend Health Care and Rehab Center. Mr. Thurber was born on October 21, 1934 in Fort Wayne to the late Robert and Dorthy (Snyder) Thurber, Sr. . . Read More
MARGARET D. BRINDLE, 80, formerly of Fort Wayne, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2010 at Drews Assisted Living, Coldwater, Michigan. Born January 30, 1930 in Allen County, she was a hairdresser and retired from Michael’s in 1980. . . Read More
IRENE ELIZABETH STARK MCCAGUE, 93, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at Hospice Home. She was born September 9, 1916 in Jewett, Illinois and was a homemaker and had previously worked in the kitchen for Fort Wayne . . . Read More