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City sets hearing to vacate alley |
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Thursday, 05 November 2009 |
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By Mandy McFarland Editor NAPPANEE — As work continues at the site of the old Coppes building, different areas in need of attention have come up. The latest was addressed last Monday, Oct. 26 during the regular meeting of the Nappanee Board of Public Works and Safety, when the city received a petition from owner Thomas Mast to vacate an alleyway on the property that runs in an L-shape from Summit Street to an alley intersection, then to East Market St. Mast owns all of the property on either side of that section of alley, and there are no private residences.
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Made in Wa-Nee: Baskets of Elegance |
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Thursday, 05 November 2009 |
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By Mandy McFarland Editor NAPPANEE — With the holidays coming, Wa-Nee area residents have the option to give the gift of elegance, thanks to one family-owned business that is just a short drive north on C.R. 7 between C.R. 46 and C.R. 48. Of course, Baskets of Elegance owners Mervin and Ruth Ann Bontrager offer more than just holiday gifts. Their basket arrangements are also suitable for get well gifts, birthdays, secret pals and more. While owning a home business comes with its own unique sets of challenges, the couple enjoys being able to be home with their children. They also enjoy being able to be a part of putting a smile on someone’s face.
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Wa-Nee schools to focus on energy savings |
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Thursday, 05 November 2009 |
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By Mandy McFarland Editor NAPPANEE — Wa-Nee Community Schools are looking to reduce their energy costs without compromising the schools’ learning environment. At their regular meeting last Monday, Oct. 26, the board voted to hire Energy Education, Inc. to help with the process of reducing the school corporation’s energy costs and its carbon footprint.
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