Gulley, rest of Guard team deploy for Afghanistan

Huntington County Tab:

Huntington North High School Principal Maj. Jeremy Gulley and the rest of the Indiana Army National Guard's 3-19th Agribusiness Development Team left for Afghanistan on Saturday, Sept. 25.

First, though, Gulley and his team visited Franklin Community High School to shadow teachers.

Gulley announced in February that he was returning to active duty in a role that has him overseeing contracts for money and approvals to manage projects in a coastal region of Afghanistan.....

Harvest this year is early and progressing well due to weather

Huntington County Tab:

According to a recent study by the Purdue University Extension Office, this year's corn harvest is rapidly progressing, due to an earlier start and favorable weather conditions.

Bob Nielson, professor of agronomy at Purdue University stated that the crop has grown quickly and matured early. It has dried well in the field, which means farmers should spend less on mechanized drying methods to bring grain down to desired moisture levels. Most of the crop could be harvested by early October if Indiana continues to have dry weather.....

Huntington University teaching group making connections with Chinese that could be long-term

Huntington County Tab:

Update: On Sept. 28, 2010, Huntington University officially announced the signing of a five-year contract with Doumen School District in Zhuhai, China.

The contract will begin in 2011 and allows HU’s Institute for TESOL Studies to offer English training in the school district for the next half-decade. The ITS hopes that the contract will open up more opportunities for interaction between the Doumen School District, HU and the Huntington County Community School Corporation.....

Burning ban here one of many in state

Decatur Daily Democrat:

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The National Weather Service has issued a warning of increased fire danger across much of central and southern Indiana.....

U.S. official: Iraqi who killed two U.S. soldiers was on suicide mission

Decatur Daily Democrat:

FORWARD OPERATING BASE SPEICHER, Iraq — The Iraqi soldier who killed two U.S. soldiers and injured nine more Sept. 7 was on a suicide mission on behalf of organized terrorists, according to U.S. military officials....

Marion shades HNHS booters, 2-1, with lone second-half goal

Huntington County Tab:

Host Marion broke a 1-1 halftime tie with the only goal of the second half and hung on to defeat the Huntington North High School boys' soccer team, 2-1, on Tuesday, Sept. 28.

The Vikings, took a 1-0 lead in the game on a nifty Tayler Johnson shot frm about 25 yards out, assisted by Zach Schaffter, reported HNHS head Coach Steve Saddington.....

Council gives final approval to ban on sale of synthetic marijuana in city

Huntington County Tab:

An ordinance banning the sale of synthetic marijuana received final approval from the Huntington Common Council on Tuesday, Sept. 28.

The ordinance will become law immediately after its publication in a local newspaper, a requirement that is expected to be fulfilled either late this week or early next week, Clerk-Treasurer Christi Scher said....

Lutheran to offer breast cancer education throughout October

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — In recognition of October as breast cancer awareness month, Lutheran Health Network’s Senior Circle will offer a free “Breakfast and Learn” sessions arranged at three Fort Wayne hospitals, as October is breast cancer awareness month.

The program is designed for anyone 50 years of age or older. Reservations are needed by calling 425-3087 because seating is limited. A mammogram may also be scheduled after the breakfast program at all participating hospitals, Lutheran Health officials said in a news release......

Indiana corn harvest progressing at rapid pace

East Allen Times:

WEST LAFAYETTE — This year’s corn harvest is off to an earlier start than normal and progressing quickly, according to a Purdue University Extension corn specialist.....

Parkview Huntington Hospital receives service award

East Allen Times:

HUNTINGTON — The Huntington University Foundation honored Parkview Huntington Hospital with its 2010 Distinguished Service Award Monday at the Foundation's annual dinner.

Parkview was honored because of its dedication to the greater Huntington community and its support and improvement of the Huntington University nursing program, Huntington University officials said in a news release.....

MDA collection near $5,500

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Diana Sovine of Decatur, Adams County's coordinator for the national Muscular Dystrophy Association telethon for many years, said this year's local MDA garage/yard sale and a bicycle raffle brought in $521.....

Stepping up to work at courthouse

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Three projects were approved by the Adams County commissioners on Monday.
One is a bridge replacement on County Rd. 100 East, a half-mile north of Piqua Rd. ....

Starfires run to ACAC round robin title

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

South Adams capitalized on ideal running conditions and took the first five spots in the boys’ 5-kilometer race Tuesday night to claim its first ACAC round robin championship since 2006 with wins over Garrett and Adams Central.....

Sprunger's heart touched by saving the lives of high-risk babies

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

The more Katie Sprunger tries to picture what 48 empty chairs would look like, the more she is moved by the fact that there are actually children in them.
Sprunger speaks with pride these days when she notes that since 2006, 48 babies that were at risk for abortion were saved through the efforts of the clinic.....

Soto gets 19 years

Decatur Daily Democrat:

A 19-year prison sentence was handed down in Adams Circuit Court on Friday afternoon to Jose A. Soto Jr., 32, of Decatur, who pleaded guilty on September 9 to involuntary manslaughter of another city man, Louis Eguia II.....

AC project is dump started

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Dumping dirt, not shoveling it, was the symbol of the official groundbreaking ceremony at Adams Central School in Monroe on Saturday as a $10 million construction and renovation project began....

Fund-raising to begin for new playground equipment

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

Ron Dull, Berne City Councilman and a member of the Lehman Park board, has noted that a fundraiser designed to energize a park donation fund will be held on Saturday, Oct. 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the local park. The event will feature a fall harvest festival complete with arts and crafts, kids games, vendors of all types and plenty of good fall food. Should the day be rainy, the festival will use Oct. 16 as a rain date.....

Starfires bury frustrations on big stage

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

MUNCIE – It may have been out of relief, joy, or just the release of pent up frustrations, but when South Adams defensive coordinator Rod Mosser went leaping across the football field and into the arms of head coach Jason Arnold it was clear that the Starfires found a salve for a season so far filled with agony....

HU Homecoming is set for weekend of Oct. 1-2

Huntington County Tab:

Huntington University will celebrate its homecoming weekend Oct. 1-2.

This year's theme, "Celebrating the Arts - HU style," is in honor of the 20th anniversary of the Merillat Centre for the Arts.

During homecoming weekend, awards will be presented to notable alumni for their service and contributions to their communities and to the university....

Huntington County Board of Zoning Appeals has one item on agenda

Huntington County Tab:

The Huntington County Board of Zoning Appeals has just one item on its agenda for the Sept. 28 meeting.

JB Towers LLC, has requested a special exception to allow a cellular communications tower on the northeast corner of US.-24 and Ind.-105, Andrews. The property is zoned agricultural.

The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. in the GAR Room on the second floor of the Huntington County Courthouse.

Vera Bradley moves spring sale

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — The Vera Bradley outlet sale will come almost a month earlier next spring.

The 2011 Fort Wayne outlet sale will move to April 13-17 from May 2. The new sale dates will include two ticketed days and three public days.

Wednesday and Thursday will be open to ticket holders only and Friday-Sunday it will be open to the public. ....

United Way picks Stephenson as new president

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE – Todd Stephenson was named president of the United Way of Allen County at the Board of Directors meeting Thursday.

Stephenson, 56, retired from Lincoln Financial Group in 2007 where he was the vice president of corporate planning and development. He is a graduate of Indiana University with a BS in Accounting and prior to returning to Fort Wayne in 1998 worked in and was active in the Indianapolis community.....

Benefit scheduled for Willshire woman

Decatur Daily Democrat:

A benefit to raise money for Sara Beeks of Willshire, Ohio, a Thunderbird Products employee on leave because she is battling cancer, will be held on Saturday, October 9, at the Community Building in Ohio City, Ohio.....

Firefighters’ plea: don’t burn

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Extremely dry conditions, combined yesterday and today with gusting winds, have led local fire department leaders to make a public request to stop all outside burning.....

Rooijakkers Dairy pre-hearing conference delayed again

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

A pre-hearing conference initiated by the town of Geneva on the proposed Rooijakkers 6,200 head of cattle mega farm has been delayed yet again, according to Geneva Town Manager Doug Milligan.
Originally a status report was scheduled for July, but had been postponed to Sept. 15. Now, said Milligan, the status report has been delayed once again and rescheduled for December.....

Good old-fashioned preaching at Pioneer

Huntington County TAB:

Those attending the old-time worship service Sunday, Sept. 26 at Hier's Park are in for some good old-fashioned preaching.

The non-denominational worship service is part of the activities for the Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Festival and will begin at 9 a.m. at the outdoor stage.

Luke Jackson will lead the morning's service. His congregation will also hold regular services at their home church, Huntington Church of Christ, 1105 S. Broadway, at 10:30 a.m.....

Announce B.I.G. Day Golf Outing results at LaFontaine Golf Club

Huntington County TAB:

LaFontaine Golf Club hosted the A B.I.G. DAY Golf Outing on Sept. 15.

First place was awarded to the Ingle's Service Center team, with a score of 51.

The Star Insurance Agency took second place honors, with a score of 52.

Third place was awarded to the team of Pulley-Kellam/Mignone Communications, with a score of 54....

Walter is recognized for service

Huntington County TAB:

Warren resident Lynette Walter received the Partner in Progress Award from Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman during the 2010 Indiana State Fair.

Walter served on the Indiana State Fair board as appointed director from 2002 to 2010....

Blacksmith shed dedicated at Salomon Farm Park

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Director Al Moll, former businessman and philanthropist Don Wolf and members of the Maumee Valley Blacksmiths dedicated a new blacksmith shed at Salomon Farm Park today. .....

EACS redesign plan announced

East Allen Times:

East Allen County Schools superintendent Dr. Karyle Green presented a plan to the school board Tuesday evening that would close six elementary schools but keep all five district high schools open. Transistions would begin with the 2011 school year, and all changes would be complete by the start of the 2012 school year, under the proposed plan.....

Project updated, new one unveiled

Decatur Daily Democrat:

An update on an ongoing project and details of a new project were delivered to Decatur City Council at its meeting Tuesday night. Abby Dyer gave details of the Legion Park Project undertaken....

Mayor praises city’s response

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Mayor John Schultz, speaking at Tuesday night's city council meeting, highly praised the citizens of Decatur and surrounding area in the wake of last Saturday's funeral service and honoring Sgt. Phillip Jenkins.....

Jets reel in second straight ACAC crown

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

Adams Central left little doubt as it went for its second straight ACAC boys’ tennis title Monday night, dismantling Bluffton 5-0 and winning all five games in straight sets.
“Great all around effort,” said Central coach Mike Hower. “Our guys played well and are peaking at the right time. We are excited about the individual conference tourney this weekend and the sectional the next weekend.”.....

Williams makes Wust goal stand up for Vikings' soccer win

Huntington County TAB:

Isaac Wust scored in the second half and Kyle Williams had seven saves to lead the Huntington North High School boys' soccer team to a 1-0 win over visiting Logansport on Tuesday, Sept. 21.

Wust's 13th goal of the season came off an assist from Colin Downey, and Williams made the mark stand up as HNHS raised its record to 7-3-1 on the season, and 2-2 in the North Central Conference......

Trails officials hope third time is a charm for covered bridge funding

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

Local officials are hoping that the third time will be a charm in applying for funding to repair the Ceylon Covered Bridge. Geneva Town Manager Doug Milligan, also representing South Adams Trails, Inc., said that Adams County Commissioners have agreed to be the lead applicant in applying for funds for bridge repairs through the Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA)....

Brad Miller gala raises $126,500 for Big Brothers Big Sisters

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE – Houston Rockets basketball star and former Little Brother, Brad Miller, helped Big Brothers Big Sisters raise more than $126,500 during the 7th Annual Brad Miller Gala, Auction and Golf Outing Sept. 11 and 13. ....

SA to give vaccinations

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Students in grades 6 through 12 at South Adams middle and high schools in Berne will be able to get required immunization shots at the schools this Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.....

County’s ’11 budget below current one

Decatur Daily Democrat:

After two days of work late last week, the Adams County Council unanimously approved a 2011 budget of $15,680,011 that is $217,173 below the 2010 budget set last year....

Pioneer Fest adding several new attractions this coming weekend

Huntington County TAB:

Teddy Roosevelt, buffalo burgers and harmonica blues are all new attractions at this year's Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Festival.

The 35th annual festival will be held Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 25 and 26, at Hier's Park. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, with an old-fashioned worship service at 9 a.m. on Sunday....

Lady Viking golfers heading to regional

Huntington County TAB:

The Huntington North High School girls' golf team punched its ticket to regional competition next week by placing second at the Huntington North Golf Sectional on Saturday, Sept. 18, at LaFontaine Golf Couse.

The Lady Vikings shot a team score of 382 to place runner-up to Marion, which won the meet with a 357, and ahead of third place Manchester, which shot a 386. The top three teams along with the top three individuals advance to the New Chrysler Regional next week.....

Sinkhole reveals a piece of history in Warren

Huntington County TAB:

Three weeks ago, the Town of Warren was surprised by a piece of history that has been lying dormant for decades.

A small sinkhole cropped up on 2nd Street. Upon investigation, a deteriorating pre-existing waterway was found to be the cause.

"We started digging after we found the sinkhole and popped a manhole about 10 feet away from it," states Curt Day, utility manager. "That's when we found the underground waterway."
Day adds that there are still Warren residents alive who remember when the waterway was open....

Legion Post 160 sponsoring concert for Honor Flight funds

Huntington County TAB:

People visiting area businesses this summer may have noticed containers sitting by cash registers with signs asking for donations to benefit World War II veterans.

If you have put any spare change in any of those containers, you have helped Honor Flight Northeast Indiana, part of the Honor Flight Network. Honor Flight provides veterans with a one-day, all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., so they can see the World War II Memorial on the National Mall....

Thank you, Huntington County, for 25 great years in business

Huntington County TAB:

Twenty-five years ago this week, on the third Monday of September 1985 - Sept. 16, 1985, to be exact - the first Huntington County TAB was published.

That seems like a lifetime ago, and technically, it is to a generation of Huntington County residents who have been born since then, and have always had The TAB available to them.

In some respects, it seems unbelievable to us, because back then, it was all about getting our foot in the door and getting off the ground....

Allen County residents can get rid of old tires at Oct. 2 event

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Allen County residents with old tires can get rid of them for a fee Oct. 2 during the Allen County Solid Waste Management District’s annual tire amnesty day.

Tires collected at the event are recycled into usable products such as garden hoses, rubberized asphalt and playground cover, waste management officials said in a news release....

St. Joe offers free PAD tests

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE – St. Joseph Hospital will conduct free screenings for peripheral arterial disease from 1-7 p.m. Sept. 29 at the St. Joseph Orthopaedic Center, suite 201 at 800 Broadway.

Screenings are by appointment only. Call (260) 425-3269 to schedule an appointment.....

Easter Seals Arc gets $50K in grants

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Easter Seals Arc received nearly $50,000 in grants from various groups which will allow it to improve its services. ....

New group promotes healthy lifestyle

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Adams County boasts a wealth of resources, both private and public, to help local residents improve their health, fitness and overall quality of life. ....

City man ‘gave his life for America’

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Decatur said goodbye to one of its own on Saturday; a man described by those who knew him, and by those who didn't, as a great American hero....

Jets get out of Heritage alive with big ACAC win

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

It was anything but pretty, said Adams Central head football coach Mike Mosser following his team's 28-21 win at Heritage on Friday night, but there were some valuable things that the Jets learned in the struggle.
"Heritage exposed some of our weaknesses," said Mosser. "Our defensive backs are going to have to get better. We're going to work on that. They're going to have to get a lot better. They came out and bumped our receivers; we didn't know how to handle that. Next week when they try to do that, we're going to have to know what we're doing.....

Hushed silence falls across Decatur in honoring fallen Adams County hero

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

At exactly 2 p.m. on Saturday afternoon, total silence fell over the crowd at the Bellmont High School Theater. All that was heard were the footsteps of the family of Staff Sergeant Phillip Jenkins, as they marched quietly to go before the flag-draped basket bearing the remains of one who had been killed in action in Sept. 7 in Iraq. A large crowd had gathered at the high school for his memorial service....

Business Weekly honors 2010 Health Care Heroes

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Ten winners were honored as Business Weekly's 2010 Health Care Heroes.

Goshen cancer researcher Dr. Douglas J. Schwartzentruber gave the keynote address at the 2010 Health Care Hero Awards breakfast Friday at Don Hall’s Guesthouse, 1313 W. Washington Center Road....

St. Mary’s fest to open tonight

Decatur Daily Democrat:

The annual St. Mary's Fall Fest, a fundraising and fun event sponsored by St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church and St. Joseph Catholic School in Decatur, begins today and runs through Sunday at the church/school.....

Jenkins viewing, rites set Saturday

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Public viewing and services for Staff Sgt. Phillip Chad Jenkins will be held in the Bellmont High School theater on Saturday.
Public viewing will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.......

Starfires top Bluffton, fall to Bellmont

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

Bellmont posted a singles sweep and dropped South Adams 4-1 in varsity boys’ tennis Wednesday evening in Berne.
Payton Selking got the Braves rolling with a 6-1, 6-3 win over the Starfires’ Alex Huber at number one singles; and Phillip Bauman got by South Adams’ Mark Muselman 6-3, 6-4 at three singles. Kodee McIntosh needed three sets to defeat the Starfires’ Scott Hoeppner at number two singles, and completed the sweep 6-4, 5-7, 6-2.....

Berne Public Library celebrating 75 years

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

Seventy-five years after its humble beginning in a small room on North Jefferson Street, the Berne Public Library has evolved into one of the most updated full-service libraries in the area.
“It’s been awesome to see the changes that have been made over the years,” commented librarian Marvel Zuercher, who is in her 27th year of serving as the local librarian.....

Lady Vikes to host golf sectional Saturday

Huntington County tab:

The Huntington North High School girls' golf team will host the sectional round of the IHSAA girls' golf tournament at LaFontaine Golf Course north of Huntington this Saturday, Sept. 18, at 8 a.m.....

Schools' budget down, but services wil stay high, superintendent says

Huntington County Tab:

Even with a decrease from last year of about $3.5 million in the school corporation’s advertised 2011 budget, Huntington County Community School Corporation Superintendent Tracey Shafer said he is comfortable with the corporation’s ability to continue to provide a high-class education to Huntington’s students....

Indiana Center For Middle East Peace unveils its fall lineup

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — The Fort Wayne-based Indiana Center for Middle East Peace will offer an array of discussions and forums during its fall program.

The mission of the grassroots organization is to promote critical awareness on issues that impact peace in the Middle East and to facilitate intercultural encounters locally and globally, the organization said in a news release.....

NA’s enrollment stays about the same

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Enrollment at North Adams Community Schools is basically unchanged from last year, Superintendent Wylie Sirk reported at Tuesday evening's school board meeting....

EMS has big loss; check aids hospital

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Describing the Emergency Medical Service as "a complicated animal," Adams Memorial Hospital (AMH) Executive Director Marvin Baird told the Adams County Council this week ....

Andrews council has busy evening Monday

Huntington County Tab:

Vandalism at the Andrews Park, a new town council member, a system to digitize the town ordinances and resolutions and a number of large purchases were hot items at the Andrews Town Council meeting on Monday, Sept. 13....

Volunteers needed for Amazing Race

Decatur Daily Democrat:

FORT WAYNE — Fort Wayne Parks Amazing Race 2 needs 35 volunteers to assist in setting up and facilitating challenges and other work for the Oct. 2 event.

Adult teams of four will tackle challenges and solve clues all over the city.....

Alleged BMS bullying probed

Decatur Daily Democrat:

North Adams Superintendent of Schools Wylie Sirk was to meet this morning with an area pastor to delve into allegations of religious discrimination and bullying against a student at Bellmont Middle School.....

Ehinger resigns board post to oversee school project

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Barry Ehinger began Tuesday night's Adams Central school board meeting seated at the board's table, but ended the evening sitting in the audience.....

Barger lone winner in AC loss

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

Nathan Barger scored a straight set victory at number one singles, but Adams Central couldn’t manage another and fell to Fort Wayne Snider 4-1 in varsity boys’ tennis Monday. Barger topped Snider’s Andy Jones 6-1, 7-5.
Isaac Luginbill and Keaton Fiechter ran their number two doubles match to three sets, but lost 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (5). Derek Roe and Ryan Colchin fell 7-5, 6-4 at number one doubles.....

Barkley brings heart of Swiss heritage to chamber

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

Sheree Barkley has always been proud of her Swiss and Mennonite heritage. Barkley (formerly Yoder) was raised in Berlin, Ohio, a small community located deep in the heart of eastern Ohio’s Swiss heritage country. Her father had been raised as an Amish and her mother was raised in the Mennonite Church.
These days, Barkley feels that she has been given the opportunity of a lifetime as the newly appointed executive director of the Berne Chamber of Commerce. Barkley follows Connie Potter, who retired in August.....

Eastern Equine Encephalitis found In Berne

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Adams County Sanitarian Terry Smith reported on Monday that Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) had been found in a mosquito sample from Berne.
According to a press release issued by Smith, Dr. Michael Sinsko, senior medical entomologist from the state department of health, called Monday....

K2 sales found in Decatur

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Kim Fruechte didn't go undercover recently, but also didn't reveal the fact that he is an Adams County commissioner.
Fruechte reported at Monday's meeting of the commissioners that, in reaction to the spread of sales of a manmade product called K2, he visited two....

Police searching for robbery suspect

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — The Fort Wayne Police need help finding a suspect after the Walgreens at 2410 N. Coliseum Blvd., was robbed during the early morning hours Sunday.

The police said prescription medication and cash were taken, police said in a news release.....

SR 14, County Line Road light switches to full signal Wednesday

East Allen Times:

The light at State Route 14 and County Line Road will go from an all-way stop to a fully automated signal Wednesday, the Indiana Department of Transportation Fort Wayne District said in a news release. ...

Concordia rowers host inaugural race

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Down the river they push and pull and push and pull — rowing their boats faster and faster.

Members of the Concordia Lutheran High School and the Indianapolis Rowing Center raced down the St. Joe River Saturday afternoon as part of the first Fort Wayne Regatta.....

Country music legend Charlie Daniels condemns Florida pastor's idea to burn Quran

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Charlie Daniels said his love of performing keeps him on stage for 100 concerts per year.

At 73, the country music legend from Nashville, Tenn., said he's always had to work hard for any notoriety he gained. ...

7th annual Bike Challenge set to roll this weekend, Sept. 18-19

Huntington County Tab:

Bicyclists from across the Midwest are gearing up for the seventh annual Huntington Bicycle Challenge to be held this Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 18-19.

The cycling event, organized by the Huntington County Visitor Bureau and 3 Rivers Velo Sport Bike Club, attracts both tour riders and competitive racers to compete for cash prizes or simply ride the scenic course through Huntington County.

The competition race is sanctioned by USA Cycling and runs 140 miles (70 miles each day) both on and off road.....

Roanoke council tables A-7 ordinance to tweak language

Huntington County tab:

The Roanoke Town Council decided to table the somewhat-controversial "Section 920: Employment Zoning Overlay District," also known as the "A-7 Corridor Ordinance," in order to change some language in the document at its meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 7.

Council Vice President Troy Karshner said the changes are needed to better specify language concerning what current property owners may do with their property.....

Huntington BZA will hear four requests

Huntington County Tab:

The Huntington Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four requests when it meets tonight, Monday, Sept. 13.

The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers on the third floor of the City Building, 300 Cherry St.....

Jenkins rites and viewing to be at BHS

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Funeral services for Army Sgt. Phillip C. Jenkins, the Decatur man killed in Iraq on Tuesday, will be held in the main gymnasiumm at Bellmont High School next Saturday, September 18, a family representative confirmed Friday afternoon.....

Woman killed in one-vehicle crash on Winchester Road

Decatur Daily News:

A rural Decatur woman was fatally injured Sunday afternoon in a single-vehicle mishap that occurred at 3:05 p.m. in the 10000 block of NW Winchester Road.....

Starfires still spinning wheels at 0-4

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

It should have provided a lift, but it stood more as a metaphor of the numerous things that have gone against South Adams through its first four varsity football games this season.
The Starfire defense had stood firm after the offense coughed up a fumble a few blades of grass shy of the end zone, and Heritage had to line up for a punt with their kicker pinned about as deep on a field as one can get.....

Starfires cross state line to sweep Spencerville

Berne Tri-Weekly News:


For the first time ever, the South Adams cross country squad invaded the Spencerville, Ohio Bearcat Invitational on Saturday. In the end, the Stars captured both ends of competition, with first place finishes in both in the boys and girls races.....

Second half defense carries Jets by Garrett

Berne Tri-Weekly:

After serving as a welcome mat to Garrett running back Todd Frickey in the first half, Adams Central slammed the door on the Railroaders in the second and posted a 28-17 victory to even its ACAC record at 1-1 this season.....

Harris feels compelled to get message out about arthritis

Berne Tri-Weekly News:


The last time Geneva’s Ashley Harris talked with her friend, Maggie, in Iowa City, Iowa, she told Harris to work hard to get out the message about all that is involved with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Unfortunately, it was the last time she would ever see Maggie, who passed away shortly after; these days, however, she is working hard to carry out her friend’s wishes.....

Muddy Boots: Forging metal

East Allen Times:

This job took me back in time.

A local man, dedicated to preserving and passing on the craft of blacksmithing, showed me how to bend and curve metal using a really hot fire, a hammer and other tools.

I couldn’t quite hit the piece of metal hard enough.....

New Haven Food Bank provides food for community

East Allen Times:

For 13 years, the new Haven Food Bank has provided food for families in New Haven. Every Tuesday morning at Emanuel Lutheran Church , a dedicated group of volunteers set up and hand out the food based on family size and need. Many elderly, single parents and others, who do not qualify for Food Stamps or other subsidies....

Trip to Bolivia changes life for local resident

East Allen Times:

For Fort Wayne resident Melanie Lubs, a recent trip to Bolivia was more than just the culmination of a lifetime passion. It changed the direction of her life.

Lubs has been involved with the ministry Operation Christmas Child, which sends shoe boxes full of toys and necessities to needy children throughout the world....

Soto pleads guilty in stabbing fatality

Decatur Daily Democrat:

A Decatur man who killed another city man by stabbing him seven times almost a year ago pleaded guilty on Thursday in Adams Circuit Court to voluntary manslaughter....

Iraq victim may return tonight

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Funeral services for Army Sgt. Phillip Chad Jenkins, the Decatur man killed in Iraq on Tuesday, are unlikely to be set before this weekend....

Vision becomes reality for Hodge in Bridge building

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

It’s been 12 years since Mo Hodge, pastor of the Bridge Community Church in Decatur, first sensed the call to establish a new church. At the time, Hodge was working for Youth for Christ in the local area.
Hodge chuckles these days when he recalls the speculation of the reaction he would get when he shared his dream with his wife.....

Triathlon registration still ongoing

Huntington County Tab:

Registration is still open for the LIVE UNITED Team Mini-Marathon, the 5K Fun Run or the One-Mile Fun Walk, all scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 12.

Registrations for all events will be accepted through the day of the event.....

Lifelong Huntington resident is hired as new chief sanitarian

Huntington County Tab:

Joe Rakoczy, a lifelong Huntington resident, has been hired as the Huntington County chief sanitarian.

Rakoczy graduated from the Huntington University Excel program in 2005. He has spent the last 19 years in healthcare in Huntington hospitals, from Huntington Memorial to Parkview Huntington. He was in charge of regulatory guidelines issued from health governing bodies such as the state board of health, and he spent about 10 years in employee health and safety......

Spc. Chad Clements comes home

Huntington County Tab:

As word spread that the plane carrying Spc. Chad Clements' body back from Afghanistan had been delayed, the people standing along the route the procession would take merely nodded - and stayed where they were.

An extra 45 minutes, they said, was a small price to pay to honor the soldier who had given his life.....

EMA deputy wants everyone ready for emergency

Huntington County Tab:

September is the seventh annual National Preparedness Month, and Brian Topp, deputy director of the Huntington County Emergency Management Agency, wants to make sure Huntington citizens are ready for any emergency that may come their way....

Town hall meeting to discuss hunger tonight at USF

East Allen Times:

Town Hall Meeting on Hunger
FORT WAYNE — A panel of individuals well versed in the issues of hunger in northeast Indiana will meet tonight at the University of Saint Francis.

The "Town Hall Meeting on Hunger in NE Indiana," hosted by Community Harvest Food Bank will allow public input and explore possible solutions.....

St. Joe to hand out free ice cream durng home and garden tour

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE – Anyone working up a sweat during the the 28th Annual West Central Neighborhood House and Garden Tour may want to stop by St. Joseph Hospital from 1-4 p.m. Sunday for some free ice cream.....

Living united said a key in worst of times

Decatur Daily Democrat:

"Sometimes, the worst times are the best times to live united."
That line is spoken in the video made by students at Huntington University for the 2010....

City man killed in Iraq

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Sgt. Phillip C. Jenkins, 27, of Decatur, an infantry soldier with the U.S. Army, was killed in Iraq on Tuesday.
His mother, Rose, a Decatur resident was informed by military officials Tuesday...

Farm equipment likely to be on road as harvest nears

East Allen Times:

The Indiana State Police released a list of reminders for drivers as area farmers prepare to harvest their crops in the coming months.

During this time, large farm equipment will be on the roads and may impede traffic, the ISP said in a news release. Motorists should be cautious when approaching a hillcrest or curve because farm implements may require additional roadway space. Be prepared to slow down, pull to the side of the road or even to stop......

Enrollment up at Indiana Tech

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Indiana Tech enrollment reached what school officials are calling significant numbers.

Traditional student enrollment was 1,025 for the fall semester, up from 998 last year. The College of Professional Studies also....

HU women's volleyball team returns to Huntington empty-handed from weekend

Huntington County Tab:

The Huntington University volleyball team returned to Huntington empty-handed after losing four games in the Cardinal Stritch University Tournament in Milwaukee, WI, on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 3-4.....

Geneva to seek improvements in water system

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Two public hearings were held during the Geneva Town Council meeting on Tuesday — one for the 2011 town budget and one for a water system study grant.....

City moving to ban K2

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Concerns that the city could become a hotbed of synthetic cannabinoid (marijuana) sales prompted Decatur City Council on Tuesday night to move toward adoption of an ordinance banning the substance....

Starfires stunned on last-second pass

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

The Bluffton Tigers ripped the homecoming heart out of the South Adams faithful Friday night, completing a 35-yard pass in the end zone as time expired to complete a stunning 18-17 victory over the Starfires in Berne.....

For Hummer, walking down AC hallways in SA jacket is a novelty

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

South Adams student Lance Hummer likes to sport his Starfire football gear on Fridays, not because all of the students around him are dressed that way, but because he is the only one wearing a Starfire jersey in the Adams Central hallways.
Through a special program, Hummer attends a science class emphasizing various aspects of aeronautical training. The South Adams senior opted to travel to the AC science class because of certain choices that he is considering in his career path.....

Time to start thinking about Callithumpian

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Now that the Kekionga Festival is over, attention in Decatur can turn toward the next big thing: the Callithumpian Celebration, scheduled for October 21-31....

Storey heads UWAC drive

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Ron Storey, publisher of the Daily Democrat, has been named campaign chairman for the 2010 drive of the United Way of Adams County (UWAC)....

City to again be sprayed for mosquitoes

Huntington County Tab:

The city of Huntington will again be sprayed for mosquitoes following last month's discovery of mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus.

Traci Clor, of the Huntington County Department of Health, says the second round of spraying will begin on Thursday, Sept. 9. It will take more than one night to cover the entire city, Clor says, so the spraying will continue....

Huntington House continuing its collection of gently used items for upcoming fund-raiser sale

Huntington County tab:

Huntington House is continuing to accept items for its garage sale fund-raiser.

Gently used clothing, hard surfaced furniture and working appliances will be accepted through Wednesday, Sept. 8.....

Businesses again facing off in friendly competition

Huntington County Tab:

Huntington County's businesses have started the annual faceoff in the Battle of the Businesses competition.

The event, sponsored by the Parkview Huntington Family YMCA and the Huntington Parks Department, is in its eighth year.

YMCA Executive Director Dan Akeley says he brought the idea to Huntington from a YMCA where he was previously employed....

TinCaps break attendance record

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE – More than 400,000 people watched the Fort Wayne TinCaps this season at Parkview Field.

The TinCaps passed the 400,000 mark during Monday's regular-season finale at Parkview Field. It is the second straight season the TinCaps set a franchise attendance record.....

Allen County 4-H hosts golf outing

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Allen County 4-H Clubs will host their 4th annual golf outing on Sep. 25 at Cherry Hill Golf Course, 6615 Wheelock Road.....

TinCaps break attendance record

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE – More than 400,000 people watched the Fort Wayne TinCaps this season at Parkview Field.

The TinCaps passed the 400,000 mark during Monday's regular-season finale at Parkview Field. It is the second straight season the TinCaps set a franchise attendance record....

White honored as FWCS teacher of the year

East Allen Times:

FORT WAYNE — Northwood Middle School teacher Michelle White was named the Fort Wayne Community Schools' Teacher of the Year for 2010-11.

White is starting her fourth year as a 7th-grade language arts teacher at Northwood and her sixth year in education, FWCS officials said in a news release. ...

Huntington North spikers earn close win over Fort Wayne North Side

Huntington County Tab:

The Huntington North varsity volleyball team picked up a close win against visiting Fort Wayne North Side in five games on Thursday, Sept. 2.

Scores were 13-25, 25-23, 25-7, 20-25 and 15-7.
Este Stoffel tallied 13 kills and 12 digs for the Lady Vikings, now 2-4....

Lengthy prison terms handed down

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Lengthy prison terms were handed down on Thursday to two defendants in Adams Circuit Court
A 10-year sentence went to David J. Banks, 24, Fort Wayne, a former Decatur resident, who pleaded guilty to two counts of dealing in a prescription drug called hydrocodone. Judge Frederick A. Schurger gave Banks two 20-year sentences, with 10 years of each suspended, and he will be on ....

Monroe nearing K2 ban

Decatur Daily Democrat:

K2, a new type of synthetic drug that, while still legal in most places in the United States because of its newness, is rapidly being banned due to its reported dangers....

Knights deal South Adams setback

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

Norwell claimed a 3-0 victory over South Adams in varsity volleyball action Thursday night at the Stardome, beating the Starfires 25-13, 25-13, 25-11. Taylor Farlow led the Starfires with 10 digs and seven kills.....

Early crops maturing rapidly toward harvest

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

Adams County farmers may not experience a bumper harvest this fall, but many could experience above average yields, says Adams County Farm Services director Jay Gould.
Using his annual analogy of 100 percent equated with the best crops, Gould said he hopes that several farmers will be pulling out at least 80 to 85 percent of potential bushel per acre yield this fall.....

BHS program gains certification

Decatur Daily Democrat:

Officials at North Adams Community Schools have announced that Bellmont High School has received national certification for the Project Lead The Way program it has been offering since 2008.
Project Lead The Way offers a curriculum that allows students to apply what they are learning in math and science class to real-life engineering....

Firefighters set charity golf outing

Decatur Daily Democrat:

A new event will be held at this year's 11th annual Decatur Fire Department Golf Outing, a fundraiser for the Hoosier Burn Camp and the department's college scholarship fund.
The event will involve dropping several hundred golf balls from the department's 100-foot-high aerial platform truck. Winners will be determined by.....

CFS to start taking phone calls for energy assistance program on Sept. 7

Huntington County Tab:

Community and Family Services Inc. will start accepting calls on Sept. 7 for appointments to be scheduled for the upcoming Energy Assistance Program that begins on Oct. 5.

This heating assistance program helps income-eligible households with an energy burden with a one-time credit on the heat and electric utility bills. The program is scheduled to run through May 13, 2011, or until funds are depleted....

UWIS raising funds with Sept. 14 meal

Huntington County TAB:

A fundraiser pancake breakfast will take place at the Salamonie Nature Center on Tuesday, Sept. 14, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., to support projects and events put on by Upper Wabash Interpretive Services.

The event is being staged by The Friends of the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services group, which is raising funds to build a bird-of-prey raptor center at Salamonie Reservoir and seeking new members.....

Heritage Pointe, Souder family hail century mark this year

Huntington County TAB:

On April 7, 1910, Jacob C. Click, of Huntington, became the first resident of the United Methodist Memorial Home, of Warren.

Nearly three decades later, Dr. D.C. Souder took over the home's management, along with his wife Julia.

Now 73 years later, the Souder family legacy lives on through David P. Souder, current administrator and CEO of what is now called Heitage Pointe....

Zoo rides dip to $1 during September

East Allen Times:


FORT WAYNE — Zoogoers will pay $1 for rides at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo for all of September.

Patrons can ride the miniature train, endangered species carousel, river ride and sky safari for just one token instead of the regular price of two tokens, zoo officials said in a news release. Tokens cost $1 each and are available at all rides. The offer does not include pony rides. No coupon is needed to take advantage of the discount.

$300 fine for restraint violations

Decatur Daily Democrat:

The elderly Portland woman arrested recently in Adams County for 17 child restraint violations pleaded guilty to those violations on Tuesday in Adams Superior Court.
Judge Patrick R. Miller then fined Mary C. Bollinger, 82, $300, which was a break from the $425 he could have imposed, since the fine for each such.....

United Way kickoff scheduled

Decatur Daily Democrat:

The United Way of Adams County will begin its 2010 campaign with a noontime meal and program at Monroe United Methodist Church on Wednesday, September 8, under the theme "Neighbors Helping Neighbors."....

Viewing life through the lens pays off for South Adams Student

Berne Tri-Weekly News:

South Adams senior Kylie Cisney loves looking at the world around her through a camera lens. This past summer, her talent in photography gave life a new focus as she was given a prestigious award from the Indiana University School of Journalism High School Institute.....

Starfires smother Muncie South 9-0

Berne Tri-Weekly News:


Blake Bauman scored five goals and led South Adams to a 9-0 rout Monday night in boys’ varsity soccer action at Muncie Southside.
Bauman scored twice in the first half for the Starfires, and Gabe Sprunger added two scores to put South Adams in command 4-0. Bauman added three second half goals; Cam Lengerich and Tyler Jackson also netted scores.....