Doomsday Clock Marks Looming Apocalypse
The Doomsday Clock was conceived by University of Chicago scientists who had helped develop the first atomic weapons.
Foundation Unveils Theme For Public Fundraising Campaign
"The Pillars of Our Future" was unveiled Wednesday as the theme for Kosciusko County Community Foundation's public fundraising campaign at its annual meeting.
Internet Business Shut Down By State Atty. Gen.
Warsaw resident Nikki Brindle has agreed to cease doing business and to an attachment of the first $500,000 of any and all personal property for restitution to more than 100 consumers in the United States and Canada. The civil agreement between Brindle and the Indiana Attorney General's office was reached Jan.16. "Brindle took advantage of unsuspecting consumers by misrepresenting that she would deliver products that they purchased," Carter said."This agreement is a step toward getting money back to those she took from and stops her from taking advantage of others." Brindle, of White Wolf Designs, 2603 E.Pine Drive, was arrested Oct.13 for fraudulently selling electronics over the Internet.She was subsequently sued on charges of Internet fraud by State Attorney General Carter.
Kids Love Y's NFL Ultimate Football
They may not be old enough to enter the NFL draft yet, but 40 area 6- to 9-year-olds got their first experience in football through the YMCA NFL Ultimate Football program this spring. "The kids have been having a blast with this," said Ryan Finney, YMCA teen and family director. The coed program concludes with its final games Thursday at Lincoln Elementary School. A five-on-five game, NFL Ultimate is a combination of football, soccer, basketball and ultimate Frisbee.There are no set plays or downs as in regular football.Instead, the ball is passed around the field from teammate to teammate in any direction.Players can run only two steps after catching the ball.Reaching the end zone remains the offensive team's goal.Continuous play on missed passes or interceptions makes for continuous action.
The System
Editor, Times-Union:I write to you from the Kosciusko County Jail. I write as someone who has had a lot of experience with "the system."
Triton Hosts Financial Aid Night
BOURBON - Triton High School will host a financial aid night Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. in the high school library.
Triton To Host Financial Aid Night Jan. 17 For Public
BOURBON – Triton High School will host a financial aid night Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. in the high school library.
Triton Hosting Financial Aid Night
BOURBON – Triton High School is hosting a financial aid night Jan. 5 at 7 p.m. in the high school library.
Triton Hosting Financial Aid Night Jan. 6 For Seniors
BOURBON - Triton High School is hosting a financial aid night Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. in the high school library for seniors and their parents.
NWCC 'Keepin' The Lights On' With 'Friends' Campaign
NORTH WEBSTER - The North Webster Community Center's board of directors last week launched a "Friends of the Center" fund drive with a mailing to hundreds of existing and potential area donors.
Michigan Couple Sentenced In Securities Fraud Case
A Michigan couple charged with 18 felony counts related to securities fraud received their sentences for the crimes Wednesday in Kosciusko Circuit Court. Larry D.Goble, 58, and his wife, Julie Ann Goble, 49, entered a plea agreement that was accepted by Kosciusko Circuit Judge Rex Reed Wednesday. As part of the plea agreement, each pleaded guilty to one count of felony fraudulent or deceitful acts. Larry Goble was sentenced to six years in prison with all but one year to be served on probation, while Julie Ann Goble was sentenced to four years probation for her part in the crimes. In April 2005, each were charged with 18 felony counts of offering or selling unregistered securities, transacting business by an unregistered agent and fraudulent or deceitful acts in connection with the offer, sale or purchase of a security. Charges for the other counts against the Gobles were dismissed as part of the plea agreement.
