We can get mad at the addiction or we can stay mad at ourselves for the bad choices we made.
We have all heard of “helicopter parents,” parents who continually hover over their children, rescuing them at the first sign of struggle. I recall my child’s fourth- grade teacher instructi…
Here at Second Harvest Food Bank, we have finished our Strategic Plan for 2016 – 2019. Our board has set us on a course with an updated vision statement and mission statement. The Vision State…
Over the past year, I have continued working with Democrats and Republicans to grow the economy and expand opportunity for Hoosiers, improve mental health care for servicemembers, and address …
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We've all heard the compelling case as to why we should shop locally as much as possible. Every dollar we spend within our community multiplies, either directly or indirectly, many times over,…
The 2007 Winchester Area Chamber of Commerce Home & Business Expo is behind us, but what a successful event it was! Over 50 exhibitors from Randolph County and East Central Indiana promote…
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WOW! The word doesn't begin to describe the March Madness all of us experienced with our Winchester Golden Falcons. We are so proud of our team and of our community for embracing this journey …
The large fire at the Armstrong Cabinet Warehouse (Triangle Pacific) on April 1 consumed more than 160,000 square feet of building and a large part of our history. A fire of this magnitude, un…
Over the next month, Randolph County YMCA Board members and volunteer campaigners will be approaching you seeking donations for this year's "My Y" fundraiser. Many of you that are asked give g…
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The Winchester Area Churches and Community Food Pantry has been in existence for over 33 years, feeding neighbors in Randolph County who are in need of supplemental nutrition. This past year was one of the more difficult years in the past decade for the food pantry. This year the closure of …
Indiana is on its way to becoming a state leading the way in renewable energy development. While we still have work to do, we can look toward areas that have already seen success as a model for the future. With an abundance of resources and incredible development potential, there are opportu…
To say that Indiana House bill 1005 has been a lighting rod for criticism may turn out to be the understatement of the year. As House bill 1005 passed the House and moved to the Indiana Senate, the decision was made to not hold a hearing on it. Indiana State Senator Jeff Raatz, chair of comm…
March 23 – In an age where you can order groceries through an app and have them delivered to your door or buy new clothes online without ever leaving the house, it is easy to forget where those things come from.
Since 2014, the Headwaters Wind Farm, developed by EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA), has put Randolph County on the map as a hub for wind energy and is enhancing Indiana’s reputation as an industry leader in renewable energy excellence.
I am a resident of District 33 and am represented by JD Prescott. On February 22, I checked into my representatives Facebook page to see if he had posted any updates on the current legislative session that was in process. Representative Prescott had made a post at 2:26 pm regarding HB1005 wh…
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I want to thank the ladies of Randolph and Jay County for knitting and crocheting the scarves, throws and slippers. This year we were able to deliver 985 plus pieces to the VA , for Veterans living in nursing homes, hospitals and retiree centers.
I want to thank the ladies of Randolph and Jay County for knitting and crocheting the scarves, throws and slippers. This year we were able to deliver 985 plus pieces to the VA , for Veterans living in nursing homes, hospitals and retiree centers.
Thank you, those words seem so inadequate. You lifting our family in prayer, texts, phone calls, food brought to our home, notes, and cards meant so much. Through this it has only strengthened our belief in the Almighty and the fact that there is no better place on the planet to live than Ra…
Fellow citizens this is a very serious and critical time of our lives. I implore you Please go and vote in person or by mail in ballot. Vote your heart and soul. Many have said I do not know who to vote for. Consider the last four years, where we are now and where we were four years ago befo…
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The week of August 9-15, 2020 marks American Wind Week, a time to highlight and celebrate the progress of wind energy across the country. Randolph County has been fortunate to see the positive impacts of wind energy firsthand. The Headwaters Wind Farm and Bluff Point Wind Energy Center have …
Like thousands of my fellow physicians who are members of the Indiana State Medical Association, I applaud Gov. Holcomb’s mandate for Hoosiers to wear face masks in public to prevent another surge of COVID-19.
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July 15, 2020 – The Winchester Area Churches and Community Food Pantry has been in existence for just over 30 years. It began in a small metal closet in the office of Community and Family Services and since then has weathered 3 moves, several economic recessions and in 2011 became a 501(c)3…
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We’re all feeling the stress of navigating today’s difficult times. With layoffs and health issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic impacting more people each day, it’s even more important that we do what we can to keep our community safe and strong.
A current Covid debate centers on when to relax business closures and end stay at home executive orders. Some leaders are advocating that we relax restrictions now in order to begin getting the economy back on track while others say we should wait another several weeks to minimize Covid spre…
I am not normally one who speaks my mind in a public forum, but I must address the wholesale slaughter of our rights in this country in the last month.
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I want to encourage all Christians to do one more thing-PRAY! Pray for President Trump, whether you love or hate him, he is our leader in this crisis. Pray for God to guide him, give him wisdom, strength, calm. Pray for those who are sick and the ones who care for them. Pray for comfort for …
Freedom of speech is the core tenet of the First Amendment and it is fundamental to our democracy. Without the freedom to speak our thoughts, We the People cannot attain or retain our unalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Those who founded our nation knew this to…
The Freedom of the Press given in the First Amendment was a unique American idea. It sprung to life when a colonial jury in New York refused to convict printer John Peter Zenger for publishing articles critical about the Crown’s appointed governor. The case introduced the concept of truth as…
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Fellow citizens, it amazes me as to how much our new president has achieved for the american people in just a year and a half as he has made more accomplishments than the Obama administration did in 8 years by far.
Fellow citizens, a few years ago the tax payers of Randolph County paid close to 10 Million Dollars to totally restore our Court House, which we are still paying for by the way. Now after years of nagging problems, starting with roof leaks and huge heating and cooling bills, our current …
Are you planning to forego voting in the election this fall because you don’t feel the two major parties are giving you acceptable options? Have you been convinced that voting for third party candidates is “wasting your vote”?
There is a Church in Indianapolis called: “The First Church of Cannabis” in which they want to use marijuana as a sacrament.
Fellow citizens with all the turmoil and unrest that’s going on within our country’s borders, you would think that our country is at war with itself (which is true.)
Fellow citizens, I feel fortunate to be living in this great country called America and be able to witness first hand exactly why this is the greatest nation to ever grace the face of the earth. Where else, but in America, can it’s citizens determine the future and fate of their country …
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We can get mad at the addiction or we can stay mad at ourselves for the bad choices we made.
We have all heard of “helicopter parents,” parents who continually hover over their children, rescuing them at the first sign of struggle. I recall my child’s fourth- grade teacher instructing parents not to complete an assigned project.
Here at Second Harvest Food Bank, we have finished our Strategic Plan for 2016 – 2019. Our board has set us on a course with an updated vision statement and mission statement. The Vision Statement – Our vision is to see people in East Central Indiana free from hunger and self-sufficient. The…