Thursday, October 30, 2014

4-H Enrollment Begins on Saturday

NOTICE NEW ENROLLMENT DEADLINE - JANUARY 15, 2015

     Enrollment for the 2015 4-H year will begin on Saturday, November 1st and end Thursday, January 15, 2015.  If you fail to enroll by the deadline you will not be permitted to exhibit at the 2015 Starke County Fair.  Please feel free to contact the Extension Office, 574-772-9141, if you need assistance, we will also have a computer available in the office for your use.

     You may complete the enrollment process at https://in.4honline.com.

     State 4-H Program fee is $15.00 per member; with a maximum of $45.00 per family.  You can pay this fee online at the time of enrollment or in person at the Extension Office.  Families of more than three 4-H members must pay (check or cash) in the Extension Office to receive the $45.00 family rate.  Please keep in mind that this fee must be paid by the enrollment deadline of Thursday, January 15, 2015.

     We are all looking forward to a great year 2015.


Halloween Safety Tips for Parents

Published: October 30, 2014
By: Mitch Columbe, WKVI

With Halloween trick-or-treating tomorrow evening, parents are urged to consider safety tips before children leave the house.

Keep costumes short to prevent children from tripping and falling. Add reflective tape to dark costumes to keep children visible at night. Children are encouraged to wear make-up instead of wearing a mask for better safety.

Children should stop at familiar homes and remind them to not enter a stranger’s home or car. Only trick-or-treat at homes will outdoor lights illuminated. If they will be out after dark, give them a flashlight and suggest they travel in well-lit areas.

Children should not eat candy until parents inspect each piece.

Motorists are reminded they should do their part to make Halloween safe for children. Drive cautiously and below the speed limit while in town during trick-or-treat hours. Excited children may dart out into traffic at any time. Turn on your headlights even during the daylight hours so your vehicle is more visible to children.

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Are You, Or Do You Know, A Female Veteran?


11/1/2014 Spaghetti Dinner, Bake Sale & Silent Auction

The Knox Pop Warner JRPW Cheer Squad will have a Spaghetti Dinner, Bake Sale & Silent Auction at the Knox VFW on November 1st, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tickets are Adults = $7; children aged 5-10 = $3; 4 and under free.

11/2/2014 Lasagna Dinner

Fire and Faith Worship Center (301 Lane Street, North Judson) will have a Lasagna Dinner, with tossed salad and drink on November 2nd from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Tickets are Adult = $6.99.  There will also be a children’s menu available for $1.

11/8/2014 Artisan Bazaar & Bake Sale


11/1/2014 Hamlet United Methodist Church Fall Feast

Hamlet United Methodist Church will have their Fall Feast in the Church Fellowship Hall on November 1st from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Tickets are Adults = $8; ages 6-12 years $4; preschool free.

11/1/2014 HillBilly Breakfast

Little Dove Community Baptist Church, ¼ mile North of Toto Road on Range Road, will have their Famous All You Can Eat Hillbilly Breakfast on November 1st from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. CST.  They will be serving sausage, eggs, fried apples, and homemade biscuits & gravy.

Tickets are Adults = $6; ages 6-12 = $3, and 5 & under free. Carry outs will be available.

Free delivery in Starke County for orders of $30 or more; call 249-5747.

11/1/2014 Free Clothes Give-Away

On Saturday, November 1st, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Knox United Methodist Church (201 S. Shield Street, Knox, Indiana) is having a free give away of clothes, winter coats, shoes and miscellaneous items.

They will also be serving lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.