Chamber to hold Breakfast Showcase on June 5
Posted: Friday, May 18, 2012
The Chamber of Commerce will hold their second quarterly Breakfast Showcase on Tuesday, June 5. The first presentation will be on document solutions given by the Perry Corporation, Fort Wayne. The second presentation will be given by Greg Williams, owner of Lillsun Manufacturing, as he describes his business and what a pizza peel is used for.
Those in attendance with copy machines, computers, printers, faxes, phones etc., will learn how to bring all of these devices together to help their business become more efficient and effective. If you have ever wondered what a pizza peel is, then Greg Williams, owner of Lillsun Manufacturing, will be on hand to demonstrate and explain the peels... Read More...
YSB is hosting a Wing's Fundraiser
Posted: Friday, May 18, 2012
The Youth Services Bureau of Huntington County will be hosting a Wing’s Etc. fundraiser on Wednesday, May 23 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Wing’s Etc. is located at 317 Hauenstein Road.
Coupons are required to activate the donation. Coupons are free and may be picked up at the Youth Services Bureau office located at 1344 Maple Drive, Huntington, from any staff person or board member of the agency. Fifteen percent of all proceeds for the day will be donated to the agency and will go directly towards the programs and services offered by the Youth Services Bureau of Huntington County... Read More...
First Farmers Bank completes acquisition
Posted: Friday, May 18, 2012
First Farmers Financial Corp., Converse, and First Citizens of Paris, Inc., Paris, Illinois, completed their previously announced merger on May 1, 2012 by which Citizens National Bank merged into First Farmers Bank & Trust, the wholly owned subsidiary bank of FFFC.
Gene Miles, president and chief executive officer of First Farmers Bank & Trust, stated, “We are extremely excited at the blending of these two organizations. Both banks share the common philosophy of commitment to community banking and rural agriculture. We feel that our combined staffs will be in an excellent position to provide comprehensive financial services to clients in new markets that are economically and culturally similar to those that First Farmers Bank & Trust has served very effectively since 1885... Read More...
Irick named to Who's Who honors programs
Posted: Friday, May 18, 2012
Troy Irick, vice president for strategy and innovation at Huntington University, has been named to Who’s Who Among Students by Regent University’s School of Education. The Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges is one of the most renowned honors programs in the nation. It recognizes students who combine strong academic background with leadership skills evidenced in extracurricular involvement in campus and community activities.
A nearly life-long resident of Huntington County, Irick graduated from Huntington College in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration with majors in accounting and economics... Read More...
Humane Shelter to have ribbon cutting
Posted: Friday, May 18, 2012
The Humane Shelter, 390 Thurman Poe Way, will have a ribbon cutting and open house to celebrate their new 700 sq. ft. addition. The ribbon cutting will take place on Sunday, June 3 from 1 to 3 p.m.
According to Pat Merckx, president, board of directors, “The area is much brighter and welcoming to individuals that come in to adopt a pet.” She went on to say, “The area is nicer for the animals as well as employees. This new addition is state of the art and a healthier environment for everyone involved.”
Those interested in attending the event will be given tours of the facility and snacks will be provided... Read More...
Huntington Lions club helps By the Book
Posted: Friday, May 11, 2012
The Huntington Lions Club presented a check for $500 to the By the Book Weekday Religious Education Program on Thursday, May 10. By the Book Weekday Religious Education is a voluntary released time education program established in 1945 that is sponsored by the Associated Churches of Huntington County, Inc. The program is offered during the school year to all third and fourth grade students in the Huntington County Community School Corporation.
Shown in the photo are Jack Oberholtzer, left, president of the Associated Churches board, which oversees the By the Book Weekday Religious Education Program, and Gerald Smelser, president of the Huntington Lions Club, with Smelser presenting the $500 check to Oberholtzer... Read More...
Children's Choir to present Jungle Songs
Posted: Friday, May 11, 2012
The Children’s Choir of Huntington County will present a Mini Music Camp called Jungle Songs June 4 through 8. The week of song, dance and play in the jungle will take place at St. Peter Lutheran School, 605 Polk Street.
Ages one to four will meet with a parent/caregiver from 10 to 11 a.m. and ages five to eight will meet from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on the designated days. The cost is $40 per child.
For more information contact Terra Rowley at (260) 468-2705 or terra.rowley@gmail.com. Mail payments for the camp to: CCHC, P.O... Read More...
First Federal named in top 200
Posted: Friday, May 11, 2012
American Banker Magazine recently released the top performers among banks and thrifts with less than $2 billion in assets. The top 200 institutions in this size range that are publicly traded, or file with the Securities and Exchange Commission, are ranked based on their average return on equity (ROE) over the past three years. Out of 1,012 institutions fitting the criteria, there were only six from Indiana with First Federal’s parent company, Northeast Indiana Bancorp, Inc., weighing in at number 162.
Northeast Indiana Bancorp, Inc. is traded on the OTC Markets Group, Inc... Read More...
Victory Noll to offer info on human trafficking
Posted: Friday, May 11, 2012
Victory Noll Center has scheduled Service Provision through Their Eyes: A Conference on Human Trafficking for Saturday, June 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The day will provide awareness of the community impact of global human trafficking.
Participants will be educated on the dynamics of sexual victimization and provide understanding to criminal, civil and social service providers on how to improve success in service provision. Issues of compassion fatigue for criminal, civil and social service providers will be addressed.
The day will include a keynote speaker and breakout sessions in the morning and afternoon... Read More...
ACRES Land Trust to hold Blue Jean Gala
Posted: Friday, May 11, 2012
ACRES Land Trust will hold a Blue Jean Gala at the Joseph Decuis Farm Thursday, June 7. A VIP Preview Party will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. with the Blue Jean Gala taking place from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
ACRES exists the help protect the natural habitats in northeast Indiana, southern Michigan and northwest Ohio. The organization’s goal is to preserve what is left of forests, prairies and wetlands. Its mission is to teach others the value of keeping natural areas intact. The Blue Jean Gala is being held as a fundraiser for the organization.
Since 1960, ACRES Land Trust has acquired over 4,450 acres of significant natural areas, creating preserves both large and small, each with a distinct character and history... Read More...
Victory Noll to offer Butterfly Workshops
Posted: Friday, May 11, 2012
Victory Noll Center, 1900 W. Park Drive, will hold four Butterfly Workshops: Metamorphosis in Your Own Backyard. Two sessions will be offered each day the workshops are offered. Sessions will be held Wednesday, June 27 and Wednesday, August 8, at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Karen Hinshaw, Huntington County Purdue Extension Educator, will lead the sessions. Participants can learn about Monarch butterflies and how to raise and release them. The Monarch’s lifecycle and what plants attract them will also be discussed.
For more information contact Victory Noll Center at (260) 356-0628, ext... Read More...
First Farmers hold After Hours
Posted: Friday, May 11, 2012
First Farmers Bank & Trust hosted a Chamber After Hours on Thursday, May 10 at their 244 Hauenstein Road location. The event was in celebration of the business’s five year anniversary in Huntington. Those in attendance enjoyed networking with others and learning more about the business. A light supper of sandwiches, vegetables, fruits, desserts and beverages was served.
JeFFFest is announced for June
Posted: Friday, May 11, 2012
The LaFontaine Arts Council and Four Corners Custom Framing announce that this year’s JeFFFest will be on Sunday, June 24. The event, held in downtown Huntington from 6 to 8:30 p.m., features fun food, fabulous music and fine art.
The art portion of JeFFFest provides artists of all ages the opportunity to create a special work on a 5”x7” canvas. These official JeFFFest canvases are $5 and can be purchased only at Four Corners Custom Framing, 419 N. Jefferson Street, during business hours from Tuesday through Saturday beginning Saturday, May 12.
Completed canvases should be returned to the frame shop by Saturday, June 16, at which time they become property of the LaFontaine Arts Council... Read More...
HCHI announces winners
Posted: Friday, May 11, 2012
Over 900 people participated in the Huntington County Hometown Improvement survey for residents of Huntington County. The Steering Committee would like to thank everyone who participated.
Everyone who completed a survey was entered for a chance to win one of four prizes. The winners are:
iPad winner: Dennis White
Scooter winner: Flora Davison
$100 Visa gift card winner: Chris Hoke
$20 gift card winner: Steve Miller
The Huntington County Hometown Improvement process is engaging Huntington County residents to provide thoughts, ideas, and solutions for our community to thrive, by building on its strengths... Read More...
Kids Kampus announces summer programs
Posted: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Pathfinder Kids Kampus, “A Caring Place to Go and Grow!” is having a Summer Kamp for children ages 5 through 12 at Kids Kampus from May 29 through August 10. The Kamp includes up to 50 hours of fun per week along with snacks, meals and a lot of activities.
“Studies show children may lose up to 60% of what they have learned in school over the summer,” stated Lisa Mettler, administrator of Kids Kampus. “We know the best kind of learning happens when children are having too much fun to notice. Our school age summer kamp will keep your child engaged with an all-day, all-fun program giving them learning experiences to keep your school-ager motivated and focused in a fun and stimulating environment, even after school ends,” Mettler added... Read More...
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