LaGrange Night to Shine is thrilled to announce it has received a generous grant of $3,000 from the LaGrange County REMC Operation Round Up program. This funding will greatly support the upcoming Night to Shine event, scheduled for February 13, 2026, at the Northern Indiana Event Center in Elkhart, Indiana. Allisa Brown, the Event Coordinator for Night to Shine, expressed […]
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Night to Shine receives $3,000 grant
from LaGrange County REMC Operation Round UpBy ops@our-hometown.com | on November 19, 2025
By Desirée Beauchamp editor@hurdmedia.com
Little addresses UMC meeting on Lucille Raines Residence progress
By ops@our-hometown.com | on November 19, 2025
Staff Report editor@hurdmedia.comOn Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Jodie Little, the newly appointed director of Lucille Raines Residence in Indianapolis, visited LaGrange to speak at the United Women in Faith meeting. Since stepping into her role at Lucille Raines this past summer, Little has been dedicated to enhancing a ministry that has been serving the community since 1977. Lucille Raines Residence provides a […]
Witnessing Growth: Parent Shadow Day at Westview Junior High School
By ops@our-hometown.com | on November 19, 2025
By Desirée Beauchamp editor@hurdmedia.comI had the pleasure of attending Parent Shadow Day at Westview Junior High School, an event designed to give parents a glimpse into the daily lives of their children and the vibrant learning environment at the school. As I entered the library, everyone was excited for the day ahead. Principal Rojas began by expressing gratitude to all the parents present. […]
State prepared to distribute full SNAP benefits once available
By ops@our-hometown.com | on November 19, 2025
On Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, Indiana announced that partial Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits would be issued to eligible Hoosiers. Benefits began processing on the same day and were expected to be available on qualifying EBT cards starting November 11. Hoosiers who anticipated receiving November SNAP benefits were advised to check the balance on their EBT cards beginning that […]
Congressman Marlin Stutzman speaks at LaGrange Coffee with The County
By ops@our-hometown.com | on November 19, 2025
By Desirée Beauchamp editor@hurdmedia.comAt a recent “Coffee with the County” meeting in LaGrange County, Congressman Marlin Stutzman addressed constituents, sharing insights from his work in Washington, D.C., representing Indiana’s third congressional district. Stutzman expressed his honor in serving the community and emphasized the importance of connecting constituents with the right resources. He highlighted the role of his staff, specifically Brad McDaniel and Rob […]
The Lighting of Shipshewana
By ops@our-hometown.com | on November 12, 2025
By Desirée Beauchamp editor@hurdmedia.comStandard-News Photos by Desirée Beauchamp
Last weekend, downtown Shipshewna was alive with excitement as the Lighting of Shipshewana took place. Stores opened their welcoming eager shoppers throughout the town. Food vendors dotted the streets, with over 30 local restaurants and food trucks ready to satisfy every craving. At the Davis Mercantile, visitors enjoyed treats from Aunt Millies, Jo Jo’s Pretzels, and Kitchen Cupboard Coffee Shop. […]
1965 Lakeland Alumus receives Lifetime Achievement Award
By ops@our-hometown.com | on November 12, 2025
By Shauna SteigerwaldJim Yunker’s office offers a window into his lifetime of achievement in philanthropy. There’s a framed menu from a luncheon celebrating a $72 million campaign for Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. Charming animal photos that were featured in a campaign brochure for Capital Humane Society in Lincoln, Nebraska, fill a collage frame. A vase recognizing his time as chair of […]
Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to revitalize an empty lot
By ops@our-hometown.com | on November 12, 2025
Staff Report editor@hurdmedia.comThe Create Curtis Park initiative has officially launched a community crowdfunding campaign to bring new life, art, and activity to our town, What currently sits as an empty lot across from Spreuer Park will soon be transforming into a vibrant hub for creativity, connection, and outdoor fun for all ages. Organized by the Lagrange Communities Youth Centers (LCYC), the campaign […]
LaGrange County Regional Utility District to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Rate Increase
By ops@our-hometown.com | on November 12, 2025
Staff Report editor@hurdmedia.comThe Board of Trustees of the LaGrange County Regional Utility District is set to hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.. The meeting will take place at the district’s office located at 2575 N SR 9, LaGrange, IN (access the building via the ramp at the back). The primary purpose of this hearing is to […]
Tragic crash claims lives in Howe
By ops@our-hometown.com | on November 12, 2025
Staff Report editor@hurdmedia.comOn November 3, 2025, at approximately 12:10 a.m., authorities from the LaGrange County Sheriff’s Office responded to a traffic accident on State Road 120, near 325 East in Howe. According to preliminary reports, a vehicle traveling eastbound on State Road 120 veered off the roadway for reasons still under investigation and collided with a tree. Unfortunately, the driver and one […]
