July 28, 2010 RSS feed / Society

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80th birthday

Barbara Larimore Nelson will celebrate her 80th birthday on Aug. 8. She will be honored with an open house celebration that day at the Stone Barn in Delphi. The event, hosted by her children, will be from 2 to 5 p.m. The public is invited. More...

Meetings

Region 4 Workforce

The Region 4 Workforce Board met last Thursday morning in Delphi and honored Larry West with an engraved lead crystal vase for his leadership of the board as its chairman. More...

Engagements

Hsieh-Minier

Janet Hsieh of Arizona and Wen Por Hsieh of Louisana announce the engagement of their daughter, Lish Hsieh, to Adam Minier, both of Camden. He is the son of Pam Minier of Camden and Rick Minier of Delphi. More...

HOOSIER HOME COOKIN'

When I head south to see my family, I know my absolute favorite meal will await – catfish and hushpuppies! Continuing with my down home in Mississippi recipe series, this week I’m featuring the Magnolia State’s pride and joy. More...

90th birthday

The family of Maxine Humbarger will host an open house Aug. 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Delphi to celebrate her 90th birthday. Friends are invited to come and help her celebrate this special birthday. More...

SIA Foundation is accepting grant applications

Comet staff report

The SIA Foundation is currently accepting grant applications from Indiana not-for-profit organizations that are seeking funding for capital projects in the areas of arts and culture, health and welfare, or education. More...

Fundraiser helps Chamber

The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce hosted its second annual Evening of Elegance fundraiser Friday evening at the Wabash & Erie Canal Conference Center in Delphi. Approximately 120 attended. More...

Nominations sought for pioneer awards

The Society of Indiana Pioneers is seeking to identify exceptional pioneers to recognize and honor for their and honor for their efforts in building early Indiana foundations. More...

Births

Jeremy and Erica Beard Wallace are parents of a 7- pound, 13-ounce daughter, Allison Mae, born July 14 at St. Elizabeth East in Lafayette. Grandparents are Charles and Linda Beard and Donald and Marilyn Wallace, all of Rossville. More...

Purdue Garden Calendar

By B. Rosie Lerner
rosie@purdue.edu
Purdue Extension
Consumer Horticulturist

Visit the horticultural exhibits at the Indiana State Fair, Aug. 6-22. Bring your gardening questions to the Purdue Master Gardener booth in the Pioneer Our Land Pavilion. AUGUST HOME (Indoor plants and activities) More...