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Local News November 7th, 2007
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Delphi Bloodmobile draws 64 donors
Comet staff report
      At the Red Cross blood drive Oct. 25 at Honan Hall in Delphi, 64 community members presented to donate units of blood. The blood drive is sponsored by the Beta Psi chapter of Psi Iota Xi sorority. First-time donors included Barbara Bess and Ashley Walker, both of Delphi.
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Delphi UMC wants all kids to have a warm coat
Comet staff report
      Delphi United Methodist Church has initiated a new program for school age children. New or gently used coats are available for free at Delphi Elementary School Monday through Friday from 7:30 to 8:15 a.m. or 2:45 to 3:15 p.m.
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Flora renews contract with Carroll County EDC
Comet staff report
      The Town of Flora entered into another four-year agreement with the Carroll County Economic Development Corporation at Monday night's November meeting. CCEDC Executive Director Daryl Smith said the corporation is in its 20th year.
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Permit required for tree activity in Delphi
By Debbie Lowe Staff writer
      Delphi City Council learned something new about trees and the city from grant coordinator Jean Howell at the Monday night meeting. They learned there is a tree permit requirement for residents who plan to initiate a change involving a tree within city limits, on or near city property.
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Coffee Beat - Steven Hill
Comet staff report
      Delphi Public Library's upcoming Coffee Beat will feature the music of Steven Hill, a talented artist with versatility and songwriting finesse. Described as a mix of James Taylor, The Beatles and Bruce Springsteen, Hill infuses these influences with a captivating sound all his own.
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Accused graffiti painter acquitted
By Debbie Lowe Staff writer
      The person accused of vandalizing 16 local businesses last January by spray painting them had his day in court with a jury trial at the end of October. And in the end, the six-person jury did not find in the state's favor. Jose Torres, 19, of Delphi was charged after graffiti was sprayed on busi...
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School gearing up for viral threat
By Kevin Schnepp Staff writer
      Safety and security at schools are high priorities, according to Delphi Community School Corporation (DCSC) administrators. Often those words bring to mind protection against human violence, but at Monday's meeting of the DCSC school board, protection from a different threat was discussed.
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Completion of Opera House façade restoration to be celebrated
Comet staff report
      An open house will be held Saturday in Delphi to celebrate the completion of the façade restoration on the Assion-Ruffing City Hall Building at 105 S. Washington St.
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Stearns bridge to be dedicated
Comet staff report
      The Stearns truss bridge in Delphi will be dedicated at 2 p.m. this Sunday, celebrating the completion of two years of volunteer work on the wrought iron structure. The project started Dec. 16, 2005, at a Pulaski County Commissioners' meeting in Winamac. Four Carroll County Canal Association volu...
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Registration open for farmland tax appeal school
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      "How To Successfully Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment," an educational program designed for owners of farmland and other working lands, will be presented by Indiana Farm Bureau and the Indiana Ag Law Foundation (IALF) on Nov. 20.
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Quit for a day, quit for a lifetime
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      It's amazing how quickly the body can begin to heal from smoking. • Within the first 20 minutes of quitting, former smokers will experience a drop in blood pressure, improved circulation to hands and feet, and a decrease in heart rate. • Within eight hours, carbon monoxide and oxygen l...
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