The Yarn Lovers group from the Woodburn Branch Library made 54 scarves for the 2017 Indiana Special Olympics during 2016. This is the most scarves the group has ever made for the Special Olympics since they starting doing this in 2011. The colors were selected in collaboration with the theme of the Special Olympics Indiana…
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Community Recycling Units Possibly Coming To An End In Woodburn
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The City of Woodburn would like to make known an issue that has recently gotten out of control. Under the water tower on Front Street, there are three dumpsters that are to be used exclusively for recycling, not garbage. This location is designed for locals outside of the City limits. While we understand that, at…
Anytime! Anywhere!
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With the new year in full swing, we here at the West Bend News and West Bend Printing and Publishing would like to thank all of our readers and advertisers for your loyalty and dedication to Good News for Good Communities. Also, as a reminder, all of our issues are available in our archives for…
Horizon Bank Awards Donation to Harlan Christian Youth Center
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Horizon Bank is pleased to announce the recent donation in the amount of $2,500 to the Harlan Christian Youth Center in Harlan Indiana, located in Allen County. The grant, in the amount of $2,500, was presented to Harlan Christian Youth Center Director Debi Knoblauch on November 9th by Larry Kummer, Market President for Northeast Indiana.…
Woodlan falls to Fremont
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By: Jeffery Abbott After 9 ties, 7 lead changes, and neither having a lead of more than 3 points in the first half, Fremont used a 7-0 run to start the second half and go on to a 77-60 win over Woodlan in boys’ basketball. The Eagles soared over the final 16 minutes of the…
EACS Special Olympic Bowlers Show Up Big At State
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East Allen County Schools Special Olympic bowlers did an awesome job at the Special Olympics State Bowling tournament on Saturday, December 3. There were 9 athletes representing EACS, those being: Elizabeth Jones – New Haven Intermediate, Baylee Minth, New Haven Middle School, Mitchell Schultz and Luke Muschell, Woodlan Elementary, Lauren Smith, Heritage Elementary, Alex McNeal,…
Let it Snow! — Freezing Temperatures and More Snow on the Way
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The first winter storm hit Paulding County, on Sunday. Snow fall ranged from 5” to the southern portion to as much as 8” in the northern region, with some rain mix near the Van Wert County line, later on into the night. Local Law enforcement in the area reported some vehicles off the roadway, but…
Allen County Extension Homemakers Special Interest Lessons Offered
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The Allen County Extension Homemakers will offer the following programs this winter and spring. The general public is invited to attend. Pre-registration is required as some class space is limited. Any and all lesson fees must be paid in advance to hold reservations. Registration forms are available at the Extension Office and on the web…
Election Results In
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This was a difficult election season for many people in the country. The analyst were flabbergasted after the results came in. How could the polls be so wrong throughout the whole country? https://vote.ohio.gov Anyway, most people are glad the whole process is finally over for this year. Antwerp school levy results: passed. This article has both…
iAB Financial Bank Promotes Lenders To Mortgage Banking Officers
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iAB Financial Bank is pleased to announce the promotions of Bradley D. Martin, Todd A. Martin, Gray R. McEachern and Jenna M. Russell to Mortgage Banking Officer. Brad Martin has been with iAB for over 8 years. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education & Health from Manchester College. With a background of over…
Harlan Days Starts With Free-Hot-Dog Thursday!*
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The 69th annual Harlan Days Festival is finally here! There will be many of the old favorites such as the donut tent, carnival rides, 22nd annual Cruise-In car show, 5K Harlan Hustle fun run, basketball tourney, softball tourney, cornhole tourney, Grand Parade, kid’s parade, craft and merchant tent, bingo, free t-shirt giveaways, a raffle for…
3 County Commissioners vs. Single County Executive
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From the desk of Mayor Terry McDonald… On November 4th, you will be asked to vote on a very important question about the future organization of our Allen County Government. Should we change from our present three County Commissioner system to one elected County Executive (Commissioner), and should the Allen County Council be reorganized from…
Gold Wing Road Riders Association Donates to Christian Community Health Care
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Recently the Gold Wing Road Riders Association donated $350 to Christian Community Health Care in Grabill, IN. This is a free clinic to everyone in the community. They have served over 1,000 clients. “God has prepared us to do this work here and with the help of people like the Gold Wing Road Riders, we…
