2023-03-17
DISTRICT AWARD–
Topeka Elementary School fourth grader Landon Nissley, accompanied by his teacher Cory Reinhardt, right, was presented with the American Legion of Indiana District Award for his patriotic essay entered into the LaGrange competition. After being selected as a local winner, Nissley’s essay was entered into the district contest, where it again won. The award was presented by Larry Schlabach, past […]
Farmers celebrated at SWCD annual meeting
The LaGrange County Soil and Water Conservation District celebrated farmers during its annual meeting last Thursday. More than 100 people attended the meeting, held at Eden Worship Center in Honeyville. This year’s River Friendly Farmer is Pine Crest Farms, owned by Stan Miller. The statewide River Friendly Farmer initiative recognizes farmers who through good production management practices helps keep Indiana’s […]
Parkview says leadership change has been smooth
Market President of Parkview North heads local hospitalParkview Health leaders have announced that Gary Adkins has taken on a new role within the health system. Adkins will not only lead Parkview Noble Hospital, but also Parkview LaGrange Hospital. The change comes in the wake of the departure of Jordi Disler, the former president of Parkview LaGrange, who transitioned to another leadership position within Parkview Health at the […]
Funky fen 5K will follow recent Sap Run
Nature’s Best —Running. The Friends of LaGrange County Parks held the Sap Run and Syrup Stroll on Friday, March 11. The snow roller coaster cooperated somewhat by giving us low temperatures the night before so that the slush on the trail solidified, giving the runners more traction. The day was sunny with clear blue skies and little to no wind. About 30 […]
Robert Logan
Robert “Bob” Francis Logan, 92, of Howe, died on March 14, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Mr. Logan was born on Feb. 13, 1931, in Mishawaka to Francis and Ophelia (Hauck) Logan; they preceded him in death. A United States Navy veteran, he was a member of the Team 3 UDT and helped map the Vietnam […]
Lynn Gerardot
Lynn J. Gerardot, 85, of Wolcottville, died March 15, 2023, at Orchard Pointe Health in Kendallville. Mr. Gerardot was born July 22, 1937, in Fort Wayne, to Ervin and Margaret (Pape) Gerardot. A native of Fort Wayne, he was a graduate of Central Catholic High School. Lynn worked for many years as a brick layer with the Brick Layers Union […]
Birth
Sara and Leonard Bontrager, LaGrange, a girl, Sadie Alyse, on March 14, 2023 at New Eden Care Center.
ISSMA–
This past January and February, members of the Westview Junior-Senior High School Music Department participated in the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) Solo and Ensemble event. Westview’s 37 entries included 48 choir and band students, with some students participating in both the choir and band events. In all, Westview’s entries earned 30 gold medals and seven silver medals at […]
