Possible items to be distributed include frozen meat, baked goods, beverages, vegetables, snacks, and cereal, and the organization is requesting that participants bring a laundry basket or box in which to carry the food home.
Former Winamac Resident Appears on new CNBC Show
A former Winamac student appeared in a new show last night on CNBC Prime called “Treasure Detectives.”
“Treasure Detectives” takes you inside the world of arts, antiques and collectibles and asks the question: is it a fake or is it worth a fortune? World-renowned art detective Curtis Dowling and his team of investigators, including former Winamac resident Catherine Knebel, research items to make sure they are authentic or if the owner is the victim of an elaborate hoax. Each week, the team meets collectors and verifies the authenticity of collectibles, artwork and antiquities using innovative technology and their own knowledge to determine if an item is the real deal or a real piece of junk.
Winamac Man Soon to Be Proud Recipient of H.J. Halleck Award
A Winamac man will soon be the honored recipient of the Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce’s H.J. Halleck Community Service Award. The award is presented in honor of an individual’s selfless donation of time, energy, and hard work in an effort to make their community a better place for everyone to live, and this year, David W. Barr will be presented with the award on March 8 at 6 p.m. at the event center in Winamac.
Safe Server Class Scheduled at Winamac VFW
Coordinator Teri Terry noted that ATC-certified trainers will be available to assist bartenders and servers of alcohol receive their certification. The certification, which is required by state law, is good for three years for servers and five years for bartenders.
Locally-Filmed Horror Flick to Premiere This Weekend in Winamac
The movie will be shown twice at the Isis Theater in Winamac on March 2: once at noon and again at 10 p.m. The cast and crew will host a question-and-answer session at the first showing of the movie, which Murphy said has not been rated.
Free Tax Prep Services Offered in Knox, Winamac
Get Tickets Now for Halleck Award Banquet
Tickets for the Halleck Award Banquet are still available.
The event is set for Friday, March 8 beginning with a social gathering at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., the annual meeting and organization of the year for the Pulaski County Chamber at 7:15 p.m. and the Halleck Award Program at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Active Shooter Training Conducted at Monterey Elementary School
Multiple law enforcement and emergency personnel agencies participated in an active shooter training at the Monterey Elementary School Saturday.
It was an enlightening experience to witness the emergency personnel work in a potential deadly situation. Pulaski County Sheriff Michael Gayer noted that he thought the overall turnout was a success.
Active Shooter Training Set for Saturday at Monterey Elementary School
An active shooter training exercise is planned for tomorrow (Saturday) at Monterey Elementary School.
Beginning at approximately 8:30 a.m. ET, personnel from the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department, EMS, Pulaski County fire departments, Pulaski County Health Department, Indiana State Excise Police, State Police, Department of Natural Resources, and Department of Homeland Security will be participating in a scenario to coordinate efforts in the case of an active shooter situation at a school or business.
Winamac Council Bans Smoking in Town-Owned Vehicles
Winamac employees can no longer smoke in vehicles owned or operated by the town. The council voted 4-1 to ban the practice last week. Councilman Tom Murray cast the lone “no” vote. The policy applies immediately to all police cars, fire trucks and utility department vehicles.
Demotte man arrested on drug charges
A Demotte man faces multiple drug charges after the property manager at the Winamac Fish and Wildlife Area reportedly spotted him tossing beer cans out of his vehicle Monday afternoon. Tom Despot notified conservation officer Jeff Richwine, who caught up with the suspect and initiated a traffic stop. That’s when he found out that Michael Baggerly, 37, was wanted in Jasper County. Richwine says Baggerly dropped methamphetamine in the seat of his vehicle after he was arrested. Additionally, Pulaski County Jail officers reportedly found a bag of marijuana in his pocket during the booking process. Baggerly faces charges of possession of marijuana, possession of methamphetamine and trafficking with an inmate.
Locally-Filmed Movie Set to Premiere Soon in Winamac
A horror movie filmed entirely in Pulaski and Fulton counties is set to premiere in a few short weeks. “And Then You Die,” from HM&M Films and Wonky Mustache Productions, will be shown at the Isis Theater in Winamac on March 2 at noon and at 10 p.m. A cast and crew question-and-answer session will be held after the first showing of the movie, which has not been rated.
Winamac Police make four methamphetamine arrests
Formal charges are pending against four people arrested for possession of methamphetamine and syringes at a home in downtown Winamac Tuesday night. Jayson David Shaffer, 27, of Leiters Ford; Douglas Lane Whiteman, Jr., 27, of Winamac; Kelcie Miller, 21, of Winamac; and Sara Cox, 21, of Culver were all arrested by Winamac Police Officer Brian Gaillard. He received an anonymous tip of drug use at a residence on South Market Street residence and checked it out. The occupants gave him permission to search the house, and Gaillard said he found baggies of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
Winamac Municipal Utility rates to increase
Winamac woman pays it forward with a haircut
Mary Perren
A Winamac hairstylist is sporting a new hairdo for a good cause. Emily Larkin agreed to shave her head once she raised $3,000 for Riley Children’s Hospital in Indianapolis. That’s where her sister, Christina, also a hairstylist, was treated as a teenager when she was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Larkin said her bold new haircut was inspired by the Indianapolis Colts cheerleaders who shaved their head in support of Coach Chuck Pagano’s leukemia diagnosis inspired Larkin to “take it off.” She nearly doubled her fundraising goal, thanks to generous support from the community. Her sister Christina did the honors during the halftime show of last night’s Winamac Community High School basketball game. Larkin said she “kind of likes” her new short locks, which she will be sporting for Christina’s wedding next month.
Winamac Elementary Students Raise Money for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Last Monday, Collins challenged the students to help raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Collins said the issue hits home.
Funeral arrangments set for Braun Corporation founder and CEO
Ralph William Braun, founder and CEO of The Braun Corporation, passed away Friday, Feb. 8, 2013 in Winamac. He was 72.
Born on Dec. 18, 1940 in Winamac, he was the son of Joseph J. and Olive M. Braun. He was a pioneer in the mobility industry, after struggling with SMA from a young age. Out of a need to improve his own mobility, Braun built his first three-wheel scooter in 1962. Realizing that there were many others like him, he started his own company, Save-A-Step Manufacturing, in 1963. It eventually grew into The Braun Corporation, which was incorporated in 1972. What began as a solution to his own mobility needs grew to a company that would eventually change thousands of lives. In 2006, The Braun Corporation adopted the brand name, BraunAbility for its products. Today his company has grown into a world-wide corporation, with its headquarters still based in Winamac.
In 2010, Ralph Braun released his autobiography, Rise Above. He then started The Ralph Braun Foundation as a way to assist the disabled population with purchasing mobility equipment. As a recipient of many awards and honors, Braun’s recognition began in 1979 when he received the Employer of the Year Award from the Commission for the Handicapped and the Indiana State Board of Health. Since that time, he has been featured on television and in many newspaper and magazine articles for his success and drive to improve the lives of others with disabilities. In 2012 he was recognized as a “Champion of Change” by President Barack Obama. Braun was also honored with the Support of the Guard and Reserves Patriot Award for his dedicated support and flexibility offered to employees serving in the military. Braun’s most recent award was a bronze plaque from the Adaptive Driving Alliance for being the leader and pioneer for mobility products. Continue reading
Braun Corporation Founder Dies
A prominent Winamac resident is dead. Sources close to the family confirm that Braun Corporation founder and self-made millionaire Ralph Braun died Friday afternoon. He was 72.
As a child Braun was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy and by age 15 was unable to walk. Braun was confined to a manual wheelchair, which left him exhausted at the end of the day. He was in his early 20s when he started to tinker in his cousin’s farm shop and invented the world’s first electric scooter. Braun dubbed it the Tri-Wheeler, and it quickly gained popularity in the disability community. Braun took orders and built Tri-Wheelers in his parents’ garage under the name Save-A-Step Manufacturing.
Motorist Uninjured in Friday Night Wreck
A Winamac man turned a little too soon Friday night and wound up driving off the side of the road. Ronald W. Garrett, 76, was southbound on U.S. 35 just south of Winamac and thought he was turning into Casey’s General Store. He was not injured. Deputies with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office called a tow truck to pull Garrett’s Chevrolet S-10 out of the ditch, and he drove it from the scene.
Food Finders Mobile Pantry to be in Winamac Friday
The Food Finders Mobile Pantry Truck will be in Winamac tomorrow morning at the Pulaski County Human Services Building at 11 a.m. ET.
If you meet eligibility requirements, you will be able to pick up free frozen meat, beverages, snacks, baked goods, vegetables and cereal on a first come, first served basis. You have to meet 185 percent of the federal poverty guidelines to participate.
If you need more information, call Pulaski County Human Services at (574) 946-6500 or the Food Finders Food Bank, Inc. at (765) 471-0062.
