Newsletter-Late-Week
TCCS Board gives kudos to several students
SHARPSVILLE - Tri-Central Community School Board recognized several students at their February meeting. This included three Tri-Central wrestlers that had advanced to Semi-State at the Fort Wayne Coliseum and after strong performances at Regionals, Patrick Kinney and Cory Dowden, both Oak Hill Sectional champions, finished as runners-up at the Peru Regional, while Jaiton Archer secured a third-place finish to qualify. The team placed 7th out of 20 at Regionals. At Semi-State, all three wrestlers were eliminated in the first round.
Winter scenes around the county
Sure, it is extremely cold; roads, parking lots and sidewalks are snow-covered and slick; but the peacefulness of the falling snow, the way the snow looks on trees and bushes; the frosted windows . . . there really is a lot of beauty that comes with winter. Requesting that Tribune readers share some of their favorite photos from the winter, here is what we received. Enjoy!
Family, police searching for missing Elwood man
The family and friends of Chad Parsley, a 45-year-old Elwood man and father of three, are searching for answers after he went missing in late January.
Tipton Common Council members discuss properties; grants
Tipton Common Council members discussed several different areas of the city at their most recent meeting.
Rooted in Horticulture
SHARPSVILLE - Kaitlyn Maruszewski, a senior at Tri-Central High School, is constantly seeking opportunities for growth and leadership - not only within the National FFA Organization but also across all aspects of her educational and professional journeys.
TCSC Board gives kudos; explains surveys
During a recent meeting of the Tipton Community School Corporation Board, Tipton Middle School Assistant Principal, Dr. Cliff Hackman, had prepared a video presentation to share the results of a 2024 Community Survey which was conducted to assess the strengths and areas for improvement in school-family-community engagement at TCSC. The survey was designed to gather feedback from students, parents, and staff on key aspects of their school experience, including communication, involvement opportunities, and overall satisfaction. The results will help guide future initiatives and ensure that TCSC continues to support the needs of all stakeholders.
Tipton County Commissioners hear from sheriff; discuss security doors
Tipton County Sheriff Matt Tebbe approached the Tipton County Commissioners at their last meeting regarding a recent accident involving a county police vehicle. Tebbe stated that the officer involved in the vehicle was doing fine and had returned back to work. Tebbe wanted the commissioners’ okay to begin the process of replacing the vehicle that was totaled in the mishap.
Celebrating K-Kids Club: Empowering Young Leaders at TES
K-Kids Week kicks off this week (Fed. 10-14) and Tipton Elementary School’s Key Club has a lot to shout about! This remarkable program, designed for elementary school students, is dedicated to developing young leaders and fostering a spirit of service within our communities. The club’s contributions can be seen and felt inside and outside the district.
Tipton secures grant writer to advance community priorities in 2025
The City of Tipton is excited to announce that, starting in 2025, a dedicated grant writer will be on retainer to help the city secure funding for high-impact projects. This strategic move reflects the city’s commitment to enhancing quality of life and continuing its momentum on community development initiatives.