I SAW GOD WASH THE WORLDby William L. StidgerI saw God wash the world last nightWith His sweet showers on high,And then, when morning came, I sawHim hang it out to dry. . . Read More
With the recent lack of rain and extreme drought conditions, it might be necessary to take a look at what you can do to make gardening an easier chore for next year. . . Read More
Julia Elizbeth Hughes is not only celebrating her 9th birthday but also high honor roll student of the year at Waynedale Elementary. Happy 9th Birthday to Julia Elizbeth! We are so proud of you for being such a smart, helpful and beautiful girl! . . . Read More
Every 18 seconds, an older adult is treated in an emergency department for a fall. Every 35 minutes an older adult dies because of their injuries. Each year, 20% – 30% of people who fall suffer moderate to severe injuries such as bruises, hip . . . Read More
This week’s “Here’s To Your Health,” is a continuation of a medical doctor’s story: When it comes to dealing with life, alcoholics have one hand tied behind them. Our whole mental process that we used to escape, or deal . . . Read More
On Sunday morning, June 19, Troop #344 assembled at Waynedale United Methodist Church parking lot in anticipation of leaving for summer camp. Camp Chief Little Turtle was their destination. Twenty-two scouts and seven leaders ventured out on their . . . Read More
Road Projects Underway to Improve Neighborhoods
I started the month of July with a wonderful walk through Waynedale to visit with business owners and employees. What a treasure Waynedale has with a number of locally owned, small businesses that serve . . . Read More
Indiana State Superintendent Paul Whitesell, PH.D. announced the promotion of David P. Travis to the rank of Lieutenant and will serve as the Sellersburg State Police Post Commander.
David previously held the rank of First Sergeant at the Sellersburg . . . Read More
Two clubs from Maplewood Elementary, The Garden Angels and The Junto, have been providing a service to the Fort Wayne Community.
The Garden Angels currently operate the largest community garden program in northeast Indiana. . . Read More
Kingston HealthCare hosted its 18th Annual Dinner Dance on Monday, July 11th at Mount Calvary Church Family Life Center, 1819 Reservation Drive. Proceeds from each ticket sold went toward the Arthritis Foundation. . . Read More
If you’re a baseball fan, you’re no doubt aware that the MLB All-Star Game is being played on July 12. But while you’ll probably appreciate the grace and skill of the players, you may not realize just how much a baseball team can . . . Read More
I hope you are having a great summer. I can hardly believe that we already are halfway through summer and that the Three Rivers Festival, which is always a great time, will be over this weekend. . . Read More
Daylilies (Hemerocallis) are perennial clumps with leaves, a crown, flowers and roots. They originate from China, Japan and Korea and currently there are more than 60,000 registered cultivars, many with fragrant flowers. . . Read More
KATHRYN LOUISE SCOTT, 93, passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2011 at Lutheran Hospital. She was born April 13, 1918 in Nappanee, Indiana. Mrs. Scott worked as a sales person at Hutner’s Paris and The Card Cage. . . Read More
Richard and Sally Schmitt are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.
They were married July 22, 1961 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. They have been members of St. Therese Catholic Church for all of their married lives. . . Read More
As I mentioned in my review of Bad Teacher, there’s no shortage of inspiring movies about education. Usually, these movies center upon a teacher who, through hard work and dedication, makes a lasting difference in the lives of students and brings . . . Read More
The Board of Directors of the Anthony Wayne Area Council is pleased to announce its selection of John Gliot as our new Scout Executive. John has been involved with Scouting for over 30 years, as a Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Summer Camp Staff Member, Assistant . . . Read More
UNDERSTANDING YOUR PAIN AT THE PUMP AND WHAT MAKES GASOLINE PRICES SO HIGH
In 1950, the first year AAA Hoosier Motor Club published a study on driving costs, the average price for a gallon of gas was 27 cents. . . Read More
A wound from a cutting remark…never heals.
Rough Sailing(The names have been changed to protect my derriere)Since Matt and Lisa both work, they share the household duties.Yesterday, as Matt was finishing the laundry and was folding . . . Read More
What can you do with deer meat that you can’t/won’t do with regular beef?
First of all deer meat is leaner than regular beef so you may have to cook some dishes differently than say a beef dish that relies on fat to make the meat juicy and . . . Read More
Summer day camp for kids at Salamonie Lake(Salamonie Lake is holding a second summertime day camp for children ages 7-11)
“Wetland Wanderings” day camp will be held August 3-5. Campers will be studying wetland plants and animals with hands-on . . . Read More
It happens every time a major natural disaster strikes, and it doesn’t matter if it is in Japan, Alabama, Haiti or New Orleans. Pontificating preachers, televangelists, and their minions begin pointing fingers, blaming the victims, and speaking . . . Read More