"Each kit comes with a blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, penlight, measuring tape, bandage scissors, and a “fanny pack” carry pouch."

"The classes studied the metamorphosis process of caterpillars transforming into butterflies and after the final stage, the students released the butterflies into nature."

"Powell has been teaching welding courses for about seven years. The course runs two semesters, the first focusing on basic introductory welding skills and the second focusing on gas metal arc welding."

"Wells’ 2-week metric has risen to 2.5, putting it close to the red along with Huntington, Allen, and Jay counties."

"Principal Steve Baker and Josten’s Greg Muncy said signing the poster has been a school tradition for over 15 years."

"There are 3,218 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Wells County residents of the 13,512 individuals tested. The number of deaths contributed to the disease remains at 81."

"Yates also took the board through the budgeting process, and this year’s tax levy is being advertised at 1.4806 per $100 of assessed valuation. That rate is always advertised high and is very likely to be cut during the state’s review of the district’s budget."

"Ballinger, in an interview this week, said it was the largest mural he’s done so far, stretching to 3,300 square feet."

"Cars and school buses lined the Bluffton-Harrison Elementary School parking lots as principal Schlaura Linderwell and staff welcomed students to their first day of school for 2021-22."

"Community Care’s recent staffing changes (see related story) includes Dimond, who was a criminal justice employee. Dimond provides a glimpse into a seemingly grim past, where she learned to bounce back after losing everything to addiction."

"Lutheran Health nurse practitioners Kayla Jesse and Gabriela North were hired as replacements for Dr. Tamara Robbins, who moved to Kansas in February, and Dr. Norm Means was hired in early 2021. Brittany Kuhlenbeck joined the staff in July."

"According to multiple news reports, the shortage will reduce vehicle production, which affects the number of vehicles on local car lots. Assembly plants in Flint, Mich., and Silao, Mexico, are expected to be down too." 

"Many residents in Wells have said they took bird feeders down and don’t plan on putting them back up anytime soon."

"As a reporter, you’ve seen everything and at the same time, you’ve seen nothing. I see through the walls of hurt and unsaid happenings with and without a screen separating us."

"The situation is different from when he first started. Although the mission remains the same — to end the poverty cycle and challenge the housing needs in Allen and surrounding counties — Gritzmaker aims to address those needs in a different way."

"Downtown businesses like Toppings, The Nutrition Loft, local antique stores, and more are featured on Kumfer’s website, capturing inside, outside, and overhead views via drone footage."

"Sheets said her daughter hopes to pursue acting and modeling classes in California after she finishes high school."

"The homecoming king and queen will be crowned during halftime of Friday’s home football game."

"The program centers on the school’s football team reading to the elementary students. Principal Kim Conner said the library chooses books according to the appropriate grade level and readers are then given an option of which to pick."

"The efforts are to help preschoolers learn vocabulary, math, language arts, basic life scenarios, and motor skills."

“I am not sure we can predict what all of those needs might be for a child and their family, but we are thankful for the resources to be able to extend help when the time comes,” said assistant superintendent Julie Meitzler. 

"Reinhard and Yoder asked for the public’s input on what to include within the alleyways. Many residents suggested lighting conditions, old town aesthetics, greenery, artwork, and other eye-catching material that would drive more traffic through alleyways."

"Enrollment numbers won’t be official until September’s average daily membership (ADM) count day, but the preliminary numbers show the school district is up from 844 students a year ago to 862 this year."

“At that moment, we had to decide if we wanted to look the same as before or upgrade and revitalize that look,” said Yates. “We chose to change that floor plan.”

"A beautiful sunny morning welcomed students at Southern Wells Elementary School Thursday. At left, Assistant Principal Jessica Killingbeck greeted students, directing them where to go as they exited school buses."

"The terms of the agreement were presented to the council by Mayor John Whicker in a memo prior to the meeting and Tim Simpson carried the discussion forward during Monday night’s special council meeting."  

"Phelps is credited with 14 solo albums, all inspired by his Christian faith. He will be performing tracks from his 2017 album “Hymnal.”

"I gazed upon various animals shaped out of everyday objects like forks, saws, tin cans, and more. If it weren’t for the overpricing, my car would’ve been fuller that day. Nothing, nothing, until I find something odd and yet interesting. On a nearby shelf lay a small wooden monkey." 

"Wells County schools are set to return to school during the second week of August. Schools have highlighted their registration dates and orientation dates."

“Kate went to school one day and lost everything, including her ability to speak and walk,” said Stabler-Norris. “They rushed her immediately to Riley Hospital for Children.” 

"Approximately 9,674 individuals are considered fully vaccinated in Wells, bringing the vaccination rate up to 40.7 percent."

"Conner said students will experience the expectations and procedures at the junior high level, including using the lockers, using a Chromebook, and what daily lessons will consist of in math, English, and social-emotional learning."

"The two admitted they still have all their letters, even after Thompson suffered a house fire in 2008."

"Many were concerned about the $60 increase that will be added to the current $35, bringing the total monthly bill to $95."

"In all, 13 Indiana counties are in red, the highest advisory level. The only northern Indiana county in red is Fulton County in the center of the state."

"The channel’s latest video posted on Aug. 23, displays a minute-long overview of Archbold Wilson Park in Ossian."

"The pork chops are being supplied by Ossian Smoked Meats. General manager Beau Sorg observed the pork chops and pork loins are among the company’s best selling products."

"Makowski said that allowing students to practice using fire extinguishers will prepare students to assess the emergency and react accordingly."

"We — the media — treat many environmental opportunities as just that rather than a regular norm or, better yet, a priority. Stating the climate crisis exists indefinitely in this age is an understatement, so it’s confusing and contradicting why many reporters cannot specialize in this topic."

"Students being quarantined will be provided the chance to continue learning remotely, a plan used back in August 2020. Administrators will evaluate the quarantine/virtual learning placement depending on each case. Each case will be based on the duration of quarantine, grade level, and enrolled courses."

"The exhibit is categorized into three categories: fashion, pop culture, and fantasy, making 14 displays. “The Wizard of Oz,” 22” inch American models, and various generations of Wonder Woman, were among the displays." 

"I no longer get angry at the wind; instead, I maniacally cackle at what could come next. The surprise is always worth the wait."

"The new location follows a trend of the growing popularity of kayaking in Wells County. In August of last year, Trails President Michael Lautzenheiser Jr. proposed a new launch location to Wells County Council member Chuck King at the river’s White Bridge."

"Householder says he believes Walker is quite capable for the task and has been “gifted by God” to touch more lives in a positive way." 

"Locations of the vendors include the Parlor City Plaza, River Terrace Estates, Family Farm and Home, and Ossian’s Chatterbox food truck park. While some might think the food keeps customers returning, it’s instead a unique sense of community."

“Much of the electric grid was built in the 1960s and 1970s and IMP is working to replace aging equipment as it nears or meets the end of its intended use,” said IMP’s Communications Consultant Michael Bianski. 

"The federal government used a formula based on Title I funds to calculate the proper amount of funding for each district, said  Southern Wells Community Schools Superintendent Brian Sloan."

"Zanesville Homespun Days event returns this year with a two-day festival starting Friday after a limited event last year during the pandemic."

"Pursifull said there was scrap metal on the property and that Shaw Ag LLC hauled the metal in and gave Cooper the amount of money made. Cooper, in turn, donated more than $300 to the church for helping."

"As luck would have it, it’s National Parks and Recreation Month, and if I didn’t write this article, I would be shooting myself in the foot."

"The American Legion Post 111 will be hosting its monthly dinner Friday, July 16, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m."