Memorial day, Remember those who have given it all and also those that serve today!

While in Portland Indiana, visit the Museum of the Soldier.

Book Signing with four authors!
Four authors with recently published books celebrating – at least in part – the legacy of Gene Stratton-Porter and her Limberlost Swamp will visit Limberlost State Historic Site in Geneva for a book signing.

• Scott Russell Sanders – A Conservationist Manifesto
• Mary Obuchowski – Field o’ My Dreams (poetry of Gene Stratton-Porter)
• Barbara Morrow – Nature’s Storyteller (the Life of Gene Stratton-Porter)
• Jeannine Poole – More Than a Gift (making meaningful memories)

Each author will read from their book and then participate in a question and answer session. All four books will be available for purchase in the Limberlost gift shop, or bring your own for the book signing.

Please arrive by 1 p.m. to hear the readings from each author.
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Williams Auto Parts located at 127 Detroit Ave. in Portland Indiana is a major supplier of quality used auto parts. From bumper to bumper, Williams Auto Parts has the part you need to get your Auto back on the road without killing you budget.

Visit their website www.williamsautopartsinc.com

For assistance in finding the parts, hot items, and like new tires you need. If you need to speak with knowledgeable staff, please call 260-726-8001.
Williams Auto Parts, if they do not have they know where to find it. They also can ship your parts anywhere in the USA.
Call today, 260-726-8001 or visit their website at www.williamsautopartsinc.com.

Sertech Heating & Air Conditioning

Sertech is hosting a showroom sale for the public.

Location:
201 East Main Street
Portland, IN 47371-2203
Phone:
(260) 726-2301
Website
www.sertechheating-air.com

Discounts on parts and new installations.
Ask about our maintenance agreement.

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Brownie Girl Scout troops are invited to the Limberlost State Historic Site to earn their Wildlife Badge.

• Discover animal habitats and help them build their homes!
• Get up close and study a slippery slimy earthworm!
• Hear that?! Ever wonder what wildlife is saying to you?! Learn the Lingo of some Indiana Wildlife.
• Wildlife Wardrobe! Find out why some critters look the way they do!

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Jay County’s Website Services

Sites by Website Designs

Sites by is a Jay County Business that is located in Portland Indiana.

Since 2004, Jerry Hartzell the owner of Sites by has been specializing in creating custom websites for small and medium business in Jay County and throughout the Midwest. Sitesby can develop the graphics and program code needed to produce an appealing online presence.
In designing a website we have the ability to pull from many different technologies to create from. A website can be created by building a few static pages or we can move into a dynamic database driven website using a Content Management system. Regardless of your online needs, Sitesby will work closely with you to develop a website to meet your unique needs.
Visit our website to view our online portfolio at www.sitesby.com

Sitesby is a member of the Hartzell Technology Group.

Update on Animal Welfare Issues

The complex issues about Animal Welfare will be addressed with a special program from Purdue University/Animal Science Department Dr. Michael Schutz.  He has written many publications for Purdue University.   Continue Reading

Have you heard about Project Relief?

Relief for Children

Project Relief is a new organization located right here in Jay County. The mission of Project Relief is “to help bring quality education to underprivileged areas of the world by empowering the local people with the necessary resources to teach their children the English language, and basic economics.”

Founder Dr. Tim Long has a real passion to change the world through providing educational opportunities to children around the globe. Continue Reading

Congressman Pence to participate in prayer service for those affected by earthquake in Haiti followed by an informational session on the federal response to the humanitarian crisis in Haiti.
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From March 25 to April 18 is the dates for your opportunity to see “Seussical”, at Bearcreek Farm’s Goodtimes Theater.

Going to Bearcreek for a Meal & show is one of Jay County’s most wonderful attractions. If you have not viewed one of these productions here is your chance. Continue Reading