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Fourth of July parades and patriotism
NAPPANEE & NORTH LIBERTY, Ind.-- The Fourth of July is a day to close down Main Streets across small-town America and come together to celebrate community and country. Parades throughout Michiana honored first responders and veterans like Donnie Gaut. "I went in the army in July of '69," he said.
County Fair Events Begin This Weekend With Animal Shows
The 107th annual Kosciusko County Fair begins this weekend. Below is a listing of events that are happening today, Sunday and Monday. • 8:30 a.m., Harrison Center Church service, event center. • 2 p.m., parade line up, Warsaw Police Department parking lot. • 3 p.m., 22nd annual parade, Center to...
Thousands celebrate Independence Day at Newton Park
LAKEVILLE, Ind. -- Among the freedom festivities this 4th of July, was Newton Park in Lakeville, welcoming thousands to celebrate the holiday. Gates opened at 6 p.m., and were followed by food trucks, inflatables, and fun for the whole family. A concert kicked off at 8 p.m. with music from...
Miller Sunset Pavilion Ice Rink Request for Proposals
The Town of Winona Lake, Indiana, invites proposals from qualified contractors for the installation and maintenance of an ice rink at the Miller Sunset Pavilion (MSP). This RFP seeks to secure a general services contract for the following responsibilities: installation and tear down of dasher boards, laying and painting of ice, maintaining the ice surface throughout the ice rink season, removal of ice rink at the end of the ice rink season and ensuring the rink is available and in good condition during all operational hours.
Mentone Council Hears From Residents About Viking Drive, Jackson Street Connection Suggestion
MENTONE – Mentone Town Council heard from several residents about a prior suggestion from a property owner about connecting Viking Drive and Jackson Street Wednesday. In May, Kelley Doering approached the council and said she and her husband purchased the three lots behind the Dollar General. She said there is a lot of traffic running through her property and finding its way to the Dollar General. It looks like the path is being used by mostly golf cart and bike traffic, she said. One of the suggestions Doering presented to the council was to see if the council could attach Viking Drive and Jackson Street.
Parks superintendent says Center Lake Beach closing is day-to-day
WARSAW — Center Lake Beach could be reopened on Thursday — Independence Day — if tests taken Wednesday show a reduction in E.coli bacteria, according to Warsaw Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer. The beach was closed Wednesday morning after the Kosciusko County Health Department notified the parks department...
Etna Green Celebrating Fourth Of July With Parade, Fireworks, And More
ETNA GREEN — The town of Etna Green will celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, with a parade, festival, and fireworks. Parade lineup begins at 10 a.m., with the parade itself starting at 11 a.m. After the parade, a variety of vendors and events will be set up...
Etna Green: Small Town USA Celebrates The Fourth
ETNA GREEN — An annual event downtown Etna Green was started in 1970s when a group of young mothers hosted a parade for their kids. That was the Young ONO or Young Our Night Out group. After a while the original group became burned out, no new members stepped up and the parade stopped.
Akron Celebrates ‘A Good Day’ With 4th Events
AKRON — A few rain sprinkles didn’t dampen Akron’s “A Good Day” celebration on Thursday, July 4. Akron marked the Fourth of July and its 188th birthday with its annual parade and plenty of other events. This year’s theme, “A Good Day,” recognized late resident...
Second-Generation Firefighter DuBois Becomes Rochester Fire Chief
ROCHESTER — T.J. DuBois was working in construction after college when his father, Mike DuBois, suggested he become a Rochester Fire Department volunteer fireman. Mike was already serving as a volunteer, and T.J. agreed to join. That’s led to T.J.’s 25 years with the department and becoming fire chief....
Williams Wants ‘To Make Fair Better’ For Kids As Fulton County Fair Board President
ROCHESTER — Fulton County 4-H Fair Board President Stephen Williams said he joined the fair board “to try to make the fair better for the kids that are (part of it).”. Williams, of Rochester, who has served previously as president, started his latest stint in the role in December 2023.
Harsh Of Akron Is A Third-Generation 4-H’er
AKRON — Max Harsh is following in his family’s footsteps by being in 4-H. The incoming Tippecanoe Valley High School sophomore is from Akron and his father, Matt, and grandfather were both in the program. This year marks seven years for Max in 4-H. He’s a member of...
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