| May 1 Brings Home Show and Garden Sale |
 The beginning of May brings two traditions back to Greensburg and Decatur County. First, The WTRE Home, Lawn and Garden Show. Saturday, May 1 brings the annual WTRE Home Lawn and Garden Show to the Livestock Barn at the Decatur County Fairgrounds between 8 am and 3 pm. Vendors include: Kinetico Water, Icon Solar Power, Gilliland Trailer Sales, Hatton's Farm Market, Fireplace Builders, Choice Acres Sod Farm,
Champion Windows and Patio Rooms Letts Hardware and Equipment, Sho Pro of Indiana, Monty's Plant Food, Walkabout Photography, Unique Home Solutions, Gutter Helmet,
Faerber's Bee Window, Inc., L.J. Stone, Levenstein's Abbey Carpet Stier Heating and Cooling, Built Rite Buildings, ETC Enhanced Telecommunications, Window City. and many more. For complete information check out the WTRE website @ www.1330wtre.com or call 812.663.3000. Then venture over to the Greensburg Public Library and check out the annual Plant Sale. This event is sponsored by area garden clubs and gives visitors a chance to get ready for the season.
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| Highpoint Opens May 4 for the season |
 Opening day for the 2010 season at Highpoint Orchard and Farm Market is set for Tuesday, May 4. Located at 3321 N. Old US Hwy 421, Highpoint offers visitors a relaxing atmosphere to shop or lunch across from the Upland Reservoir on the "highest point" in Decatur County. Stop by for a piece of pie or seasonal produce or a relaxing lunch with friends. Call Highpoint at 812.663.4534 for additional information. |
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| Hoosier Hospitality Awards to include a Decatur County Recipient |
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Indiana will honor 18 frontline hospitality industry employees with a special ceremony at the Statehouse on May 10th at 1:30 pm. Lt. Governor Becky Skillman will present the awards to recognize the importance these individuals play in our industy and its economic impact on our state.
Barbara Mauer of New Point will be receiving an award. Barb was nominated for her years of service and attention to details at the Iron Skill Restaurant in New Point. |
| Stop by and congratulate Barbara on her award. |
| New babies at Stapp's Circle S Ranch |
 Stapp's Circle S Ranch continue to host groups and a variety of visitors anxious to experience the variety of animals that reside there. From Bonnie and Clyde the camels to the many new babies currently being born, there is always something new to see. Last count there were three baby bison, one Sicilian pony, and a baby llama! For additional information please visit them online at www.stappscirclesranch.com or on Facebook. |
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| AKC brings National Coonhound Championship back to Greensburg |
| The American Kennel Club will crown their national Coonhound Champion at the end of competition in Greensburg on Saturday, May 8. This is the third straight championship hosted here. More than 200 competitors gather for elimination. They hunt with guides in Decatur and contiguous counties. Their base is the Decatur County Fairgrounds. Welcome! |
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| 2011 Indiana Festival Guide Planning and Sales Begin |
2010 was a year of transition for the Indiana Festival Guide as it is now produced by the Indiana State Festival Association. Membership gives festivals a listing in the guide. Cost depends on budget and highlighted listings. Deadline will be Aug. 1. For additional information email dblazey@insightbb.com.
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