Commissioners approve TIF expansion in split vote

Brown and Clawson ‘yea’ - Slavens ‘nay’


The next to the last hurdle before the two current Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) Districts are combined and expanded to include more than 1,000 acres south of Delphi was crossed Tuesday morning at the Carroll County Commissioners meeting. The task was not accomplished without significant discussion and debate, which led to a split vote on the matter. “Why do we […]

Parade showcases July 4 holiday in Delphi




The Delphi Lions Club Independence Day Parade was held Saturday morning over the Fourth of July weekend. Several hundred people lined the streets and courthouse lawn to watch patriotic floats, tractors, cars, walkers and horses line the parade route. Nancy Beach, parade judge, commented the turn out was larger than in previous years. “There were 53 participants registered. I think […]

It’s fair time in Carroll County



Livestock shows, 4-H projects, food, fun and free entertainment will highlight the 2011 Carroll County 4-H Fair. Activities will begin Friday evening and continue throughout the week until the following Friday, July 15. On the opening evening, July 8, local band, Desperados, will perform on the stage on the east side of the tennis courts in the main part of […]

TV program to promote Carroll County




One of the ways Carroll County is being promoted as a destination is through a TV program called Savor Indiana. “The purpose is to attract visitors from metropolitan areas,” said Lynn Corson, chairman of the tourism committee of the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce. Corson said the program will feature Carroll County’s cultural, historical, and recreational aspects, as well as […]

Brouwer, art students exhibit in Rensselaer



Celebrated watercolorist Rena Brouwer of Delphi and 10 of her art students will collaborate on the watercolor exhibit, “A Hum in the Air: Creatively Connected,” in the Lilian Fendig Gallery of the Prairie Arts Council, 301 N. Van Rensselaer St. in Rensselaer. The exhibit will run from July 8 to Aug. 12. Viewing hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. […]

Honored veteran



1839 Fouts cabin on the move



Faith Lutheran to host Spoudazo



Spoudazo, a high school music and drama ecumenical ministry, will perform at Faith Lutheran Church near Deer Creek on July 13. The youth ministry group from Fremont, Neb., is visiting several cities across the U.S. during its 2011 tour helping with community service projects and performing “free will” concerts. “Spoudazo” (pronounced SpooDAzo), is a Greek word meaning to be earnest, […]

Waddell 50th anniversary



Larry and Janice Waddell will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house July 16 at the Knights of Columbus, located at Wildcat Creek Golf Course, 3200 Timber Valley Dr., Kokomo. Hosted by their children, the event will be from 4 to 8 p.m. The couple requests no gifts, only the presence of family and friends. Waddell and the […]

HOOSIER HOME COOKIN’



A recent trip to San Diego left me longing for more of their delicious Mexican inspired cuisine. San Diego Taqueria Beans are just like the ones you can find at neighborhood taco stands. Don’t shoot me; anything with bacon grease can’t be healthy, but it is authentic! You’ll also love the authentic Fish Tacos. For more discriminating diners, try the […]