Recently, Barnes & Noble held a Teacher Appreciation Essay contest throughout the nation. Students could write an essay, poem, or thank-you letter (500 words or less), sharing how a teacher has influenced their life and why they appreciate and admire them. The students who authored the winning essays received a certificate of recognition and were…
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New Haven’s 2017 Veterans’ Memorial Ride Announced
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The 8th Annual Veterans’ Memorial Motorcycle Ride is scheduled for Saturday, May 13, 2017 in New Haven. Registration will begin at 11:00 a.m. at the American Legion Post 330 and will benefit the Schnelker Veterans’ Memorial Park. (The rain date for this event is set for June 3, 2017.) After the opening ceremony, salute to…
Allen County Public Library To Celebrate National Library Week
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The Allen County Public Library will celebrate National Library Week the week of April 9, 2017, with various events throughout its 14 locations. National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association that began in 1958 to recognize the contributions libraries of all types make to their communities. This year’s theme,…
Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
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Southern Fort Wayne’s hottest new event venue, The Eden, invites the Community to an open house after an extensive renovation at The Eden property, 14013 Emanuel Rd. Hoagland IN 46745. After 4 months of renovations from the previously known Quixote Hills, The Eden will open their doors to the public with an ribbon cutting ceremony…
Phosphorus Risk Index Project
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The Allen County Soil and Water Conservation District is looking for participants for the Phosphorus Risk Reduction Program. Grant funds provided to the SWCD from the Indiana Department of Environmental Management are available to participants in the project on a per acre basis. If you have farm land in the Upper Maumee targeted watersheds Black…
Award Winning Authors Named at Woodlan Elementary
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The third through fifth grade students at Woodlan Elementary School have worked very hard publishing picture books in anticipation of the Young Author Conference. The Indiana Reading Association will host the 2017 Young Author Conference that will be held at Wayne High School on Saturday, April 22nd. The conference will feature award-winning children’s author, Judy…
Junior Achievement Essay Winners Honored At Eacs Board Meeting
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Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana received funding through the Schwab Foundation in order to offer an essay contest for students currently enrolled in the JA Career Success curriculum. This contest provides each student an opportunity to research and write an essay about a career that interests him or her. One winning applicant per school per…
Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week is March 19 – 25 in Ohio
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It was late in the night on February 28th, or, more accurately, the early morning on March 1st, when a tornado warning was issued for parts of northern Allen County, Indiana into northwest Paulding County. National Weather Service doppler radar had indicated a rotating thunderstorm embedded within a squall line that was rapidly moving into…
Warriors roll past Archers, Raiders
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WOODLAN – The Woodlan boys basketball team picked up a pair of easy home victories last week as the Warriors rolled past visiting Antwerp and Southern Wells to improve to 12-7 on the season. On Tuesday, Woodlan outscored the visiting Archers 33-18 in the middle two quarters to pull away for a 66-47 victory. The…
Leo Jr. Sr. High School Baseball Coach Honored For 300th Win
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Dave Boyce, varsity baseball coach at Leo Jr. Sr. High, reached the milestone of recording his 300th victory during the 2016 high school baseball season. Mr. Boyce received special recognition on January 20 at the Indiana High School Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame Banquet and also at a recent East Allen County Schools Board…
Multimillion Dollar Sewer Plant To Be Built In Woodburn
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The City of Woodburn would like to formally invite all residents and any interested parties to attend an informational presentation describing plans to implement a mechanical plant within the City limits. This new plant will replace the wastewater lagoon system that is currently in place. This conversation will start off the City Council meeting on…
Warrior Ambition: Fish and Chicken Fry
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Leland Etzler Given A Salute For Years Of Service
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The East Allen County Schools Board of School Trustees recognized and honored Mr. Leland Etzler former board member who recently resigned from the board in January. Dr. Ken Folks said, “We will certainly miss your passion for our students and families. Your hard work and dedication will always be remember and we appreciate you!” Etzler…
