Huntington Newsies

15/08/2024

Free concert on Saturday! A big name in Huntington!

Arts Included Gallery
Huntington, Indiana 📍
HOURS: Tue- Fri: 12-6pm & Sat: 12-5pm

21/06/2024

‼️‼️‼️Edit (6/22) 03:25 am: FIXED & functioning as normal ‼️‼️

Huntington 911 Line(s) issue:

⚠️There has been a fiber line cut that has affected Huntington County, our radios and our 911 lines.

911 calls for Huntington County are being transferred to Grant County.
Grant County will relay Huntington Dispatch the information we need to get you the help that you need.

‼️Our admin lines are still functioning as normal‼️

So, if you have the time and are able to call our admin line at 260-356-8316 or 260-356-7110 you will get through without any issues.

Post credit Huntington County 911 Dispatch

14/06/2024

Be on the lookout and be cautious! If unsure always contact a professional! The city and Purdue extension have provided this great identification resource!

04/06/2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Huntington County Humane Society Welcomes Jenna Strick as New Executive Director.

The Executive Board of the Huntington County Humane Society is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jenna Strick as Executive Director. Jenna Strick brings a wealth of experience and strong community focus to her new role as Director. She has held several key positions highlighting her leadership and dedication to social causes.
Jenna's non-profit experience includes serving as Executive Director of the United Way of Huntington County, where Jenna built collaborative networks and led successful fundraising campaigns, demonstrating her strategic leadership and community engagement skills. Additionally, Jenna served as Interim Executive Director at Place of Grace, where she managed a women's recovery residence, and as Social Justice Outreach & Development Coordinator at Victory Noll Center, where she facilitated coalitions for social justice training and advocacy.

Jenna's diverse background and passion for animal welfare make her a valuable asset to the Humane Society. She joined the Board in March and immediately immersed herself in the organization, volunteering and gaining invaluable behind-the-scenes insight into the shelter's operations. "I was aware of the desire by the board and staff to do something more with the shelter, and I was curious if my past experiences and passion for animals would be a fit," Jenna shared. "Through volunteering, I got to know the staff and saw their passion and the team environment they created at the shelter—they work well together, support each other, and look out for each other. I believed that this is a place I could see myself fitting into."
Reflecting on her journey and what drew her to this role, Jenna highlighted the dedication of the Board members, who have kept the shelter growing and moving forward even during a two-year period without a permanent director. "The board, staff, and volunteers that are involved with the shelter want to see it thrive for the health and wellbeing of the animals in their care and for the community overall," Jenna added.

Jenna's enthusiasm is evident. "I get really excited about seeing an organization grow, develop, and thrive and about getting to participate in an integral way in that development," Jenna said. "It's not just my excitement. It's our collective excitement that will move us forward."

Jenna's vision for the future includes the development of a new shelter building equipped with areas for training and education as well as expanding the necessary space needed to better serve the animals in the shelter’s care, volunteers, and prospective pet owners. She aims to learn from the successes of other shelters and build on current and new partnerships within the community to fulfill the shelter's mission and address community needs creatively.
Moreover, Jenna sees potential in enhancing education and communication within the community. "We have an opportunity to better educate and communicate with the community in order to share all that the shelter has to offer, from animal control to dog parks to volunteer programs," Jenna highlighted.

Katy Hudson, Board President, expressed the Board's confidence in Jenna's leadership: "Jenna brings a wealth of experience and proven leadership from her former roles with other non-profit organizations. Beyond just her professional experience, Jenna brings a fresh perspective and community-focused spirit that will play a pivotal role in refining and expanding our services to better serve our community. Jenna’s appointment as Director marks a significant step forward in our commitment to animal welfare and community engagement. We look forward to Jenna's strategic leadership as we embark on this new journey together!"
*******

27/03/2024

This is great news for our county!

05/03/2024

Bingo!

Who loves BINGO? On April 9th the LaFontaine Arts Council will host their first ever BINGO for the Arts fundraiser. Located at the PAL Club, 2099 Riverside Drive in Huntington. Doors open at 6:30pm and games start at 7pm. Presale tickets can be purchased for $35 at http://lafontaine-arts-council-inc.square.site.
Have a group of friends who love BINGO? You can sponsor a table for $300, which includes 10 tickets. This event is 21+

All proceeds will go to benefit arts in education programming and community art.

05/12/2023

03/12/2023

🍩🍩🍩

21/11/2023

Let's cover the six districts!

Each district maintains several counties and within those counties there are several sub districts and units that hold our . This is how we're able to plow many miles of interstate, highway, and state roads within our districts when the snow falls in Indiana. Be sure to follow your district this winter to see all of our updates!

Indiana Department of Transportation: Northwest
Indiana Department of Transportation: Northeast
Indiana Department of Transportation: West Central
Indiana Department of Transportation: East Central
Indiana Department of Transportation: Southwest
Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast

21/11/2023

Billboards are going up around the State of Indiana and surrounding states, like what is shown below.

$1000 Reward for the arrest of Anthony Castleman, 37, from rural Markle, in the death of his grandmother..

Sheriff’s Deputies/ Detectives, Huntington City Police/Detectives, Indiana State Police/Detectives and US Marshals and other local police agencies, are on the investigation.

If anyone has any information on his whereabouts, please to not approach him. Call 911 or contact Detective Captain Malcom Jones, Detective Dylan Lagonegro with the Huntington County Sheriff’s Office, Detective Matt Teusch with the Indiana State Police. 260-356-2520, or the US Marshals at the number below.

13/11/2023

*Important update on Sunday’s apparent Homicide*

BREAKING: Huntington County police say Castleman has left the county and is trying to leave the state.

Police say if you see him, do not approach him. Call 911 or Detective Matt Teusch with the Indiana State Police at 260-356-2520.

>> https://www.21alivenews.com/2023/11/13/huntington-county-woman-found-dead-apparent-homicide-police-searching-suspect/

06/11/2023

The LaFontaine Arts Council has been a long-time supporter of Arts in Education and the community here in Huntington County. What better way to support the arts then buy some greeting cards showcasing some of Huntington’s young budding artists?

The LaFontaine Arts Council (LAC) will be selling a limited set of greeting cards this holiday season featuring art from first and second grade students to raise funds to support Arts in Education and the Community. These sets will be available in select retail locations starting November 6, 2023.

The LAC, in partnership with the Mayor of Huntington’s Holiday Card contest, invited all Huntington County elementary 1st and 2nd grade students to submit holiday drawings this year. The LAC has chosen one winner from each grade from seven elementary schools to curate these 14-card sets, called “Hometown Huntington Greeting Cards.” These sets include envelopes and feature a message on the back of each card with the artist’s first name, grade, and school. Participating schools include Roanoke Elementary School, Horace Mann Elementary School, Andrews Elementary School, Flint Springs Elementary, Huntington Catholic School, Lincoln Elementary School, and Salamonie Elementary School. The greeting cards will be available for purchase at the following locations throughout the county for $25 per set:
JJ Java – 2840 Guilford St, Huntington
Saving Grace Vintage– 212 Main St, Roanoke
Pathfinder Arts & Entrepreneurial Center – 32 E Franklin St, Huntington
Home Craft – 400 N Jefferson St, Huntington
Whimzy– 45 Etna Ave, Huntington
Warren Service & Supply– 104 N Wayne St, Warren
D&D Trends Salon – 191 S Main St, Roanoke

21/10/2023

Tonight is the last chance to experience Tri Kappa’s Ghost Walk this year. Hear some spooky TRUE stories on location in our own home town of Huntington. It’s recommended to buy your tickets online now, as they sold out last night, but walk-ups are also welcome.

Join us as we take a stroll through the shadowy streets of Downtown Huntington. Hear tales of strange happenings in the buildings and homes you drive by every day.

28/09/2023

More fun classes are popping up at the Pathfinder Arts and Entrepreneurial center! Click the link for this month’s make and take crochet projects.

Join Sarah Schwab and Ann Richard for an exciting workshop series filled with creativity and hands-on learning. In each 3-hour class, participants will have the opportunity to explore various art techniques and create their own unique projects. With a focus on fun and self-expression, Sarah and Ann....

14/09/2023

13/09/2023