Community Events

Morris to speak at HU on March 24

By Rick Henly on Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

HUNTINGTON, IN— Dr. Pamala Morris will be the featured speaker at Huntington University’s Leadership Luncheon on March 24. Morris is the assistant dean/director for the office of multicultural programs at Purdue University. Morris will address “Diversity in the Workplace: Opening Our Minds to People, Culture and Opportunities... Read More...

Benefit auction for Roanoke Library Fund

By Rick Henly on Monday, March 15th, 2010

The Roanoke Public Library is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and invites the community to help them celebrate by participating in a Benefit Auction on April 24 at Roanoke Elementary School. Registration and the Silent Auction will begin at 2 p.m. and the Live Auction will start at 3 p... Read More...

YSB fundraising is under way

By Rick Henly on Saturday, March 13th, 2010

The Youth Services Bureau of Huntington County’s annual “Striving to Make a Difference” fund drive to raise $15,000 is under way. This year’s theme is “Making A Difference – One Life at a Time.”

“We realize that everyone is dealing with financial concerns, so with this year’s community campaign we challenge caring individuals to make a statement, through their contribution, that the youths and families of Huntington County are important and worthy of your support, especially in these difficult times,” said Jan Williams, Executive Director of the Youth Services Bureau... Read More...

Car show to benefit campus ministry

By Jeff Hoover on Friday, March 12th, 2010

Written by: Ashley C. Smith
HUNTINGTON, IN— The Huntington University Student Senate will host a Benefit Car Show from 3 to 7 p.m. April 24 on the university campus to raise $20,000 to purchase a new mini-van for the Joe Mertz Center. The Joe Mertz Center for Volunteer Service is a student-directed organization that mobilizes the campus community for Christian service... Read More...

Gateley brings message to Victory Noll

By Rick Henly on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

HUNTINGTON — Internationally-known speaker, writer, advocate, poet and mother Edwina Gateley will bring her message to Victory Noll Center with a pair of events in April.

On Friday, April 23, Gateley will be on hand for a gathering and book-signing of her new book, “In God’s Womb: A Spiritual Memoir... Read More...

Lend A Hand 5K Slated for April 25th!

By Lamont Neal on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

By: Judi E. Loomis

 Last year nearly 300 victims of sexual assault sought help from the Fort Wayne Sexual Assault Treatment Center (FTWSATC). Since its inception in 1996, the center has treated and helped over 3,000 victims of sexual assault. These figures continue to rise at an astounding rate in part because more victims of this crime are electing to report it rather than ignore it... Read More...

Spedden to present recital at HU

By Rick Henly on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

HUNTINGTON, IN—Dr. Patricia Spedden, professor of music at Huntington University, will present a piano recital at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 23, in the Zurcher Auditorium of the Merillat Center for the Arts. The recital will feature piano arrangements from her two CD recordings — classical works blended with hymns and praise songs — against a backdrop of visual images and nature sounds... Read More...

Parks & Recreation needs vendors

By Rick Henly on Monday, March 8th, 2010

The Huntington Parks & Recreation Department is currently looking for vendors in their upcoming Spring Garage Sale that will take place at Hier’s Park.

The sale will be Saturday, April 17th from 8 am to 2 pm.  All booths will be located inside our heated buildings.  Booth rental is $20 per booth, which consists of two 8’ tables... Read More...

Bellamy to have local presentation

By Rick Henly on Monday, March 8th, 2010

The Huntington County Historical Society will hold an open meeting on Tuesday, March 16th at 7:00 p.m. at the Historical Museum located at 315 Court Street.  Randy Bellamy will present a program on the French influence in Huntington County... Read More...

Junior Achievment to host fundraiser

By Rick Henly on Thursday, March 4th, 2010

Junior Achievement will be having a Bowl-a-Thon at Rainbow Lanes, Huntington on Sunday - April 18, 2010 1-7 pm.

The financial illiteracy of today's kids is staggering. Junior Achievement (JA) is a non-profit organization which teaches children from grades K through 12 the fundamentals of personal finance, business, economics and free enterprise... Read More...

Lions Club gives back to the community

By Rick Henly on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

The Huntington Lions' Club held a dinner meeting on Monday night at Huntington University.

One of the items on the agenda was to present checks to various individuals or organizations that were earned having the Harlem Ambassadors come to town and raise money for the local club.

Jeremy Gulley, representing Huntington North High School, received $400... Read More...

Breakfast highlights Chamber, EXPO

By Jeff Hoover on Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

HUNTINGTON, IN— The Huntington University Foundation's breakfast will highlight the many offerings of the Huntington County Business EXPO and Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, March 10. Seth Marshall, chairman elect for the Chamber, will speak about the various opportunities available through the Chamber, including Business of the Month, programming, upcoming events and different committees... Read More...

Scholarship packets available from REMC

By Rick Henly on Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

Information packets are now available for the Youth Scholarship Contest sponsored by United REMC.

Each year the contest draws entries from a number of area high school age students, competing for three cash scholarships.  First-place is awarded $1,000, while second- and third-place winners each receive $500... Read More...

Dillman Church to offer Potato Lunch

By Rick Henly on Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

Please join us at Dillman Church on Sunday, March 14th from 11AM-1PM for an Irish Sundae Baked Potato Lunch.

The menu will include baked potatoes with 10 toppings to choose from, baked sweet potatoes, sandwiches, homemade pies and assorted desserts and drinks.

These potatoes are sure to have you 'Dublin' over with pleasure!  Freewill donations will be taken to support Missions... Read More...

Pulse season opens with 'Alice'

By Rick Henly on Monday, March 1st, 2010

The 2010 Pulse Opera House season opens with a rabbit, a chase and a grand adventure.  The show, of course, is a family-friendly adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s classic story “Alice in Wonderland.”    In addition to the creative sets, designed by Ron Wartzok, and the fantasy costumes, designed by Cynthia Smyth-Wartzok, this production features an original score by Barry Jamison... Read More...