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Spring Break, time to relax and get some house work done, or get out of town

East Noble Schools is on spring break, starting today, and through next week. Avilla will be closed until April 2. LOL. Just kidding. But the town will seem empty.

Don't forget, if you stayed home for spring break, grab your camera and get some photos to enter in our LUV My Hometown Photo Contest! Win an iPad! See rules here.

Friday morning crash east of Avilla on SR 8 injures two

Avilla - Indiana State Police Master Trooper Steve Malone is investigating a two vehicle crash that happened shortly before 7:30 a.m. this morning, March 23, on State Road 8 west of CR 1100 east near Avilla. The crash sent two individuals to the hospital and has left one man in critical condition.

Preliminary investigation has revealed that Joe K. Combs, 34, of Garrett was driving a 1995 Lincoln west on SR 8 when he crossed over the center line and collided head on with an east bound 2011 Chevrolet pickup truck. The truck was being driven by Dan L. Brown, 54 of Auburn. At this time it is unknown why Combs crossed over the centerline.

The force of the collision sent the pickup truck off the road and into a fence and left remnants of the Lincoln scattered across the highway. Rescue crews worked for nearly one hour extricating Combs from his vehicle before he was taken to Parkview Regional Hospital in Ft. Wayne suffering from head and chest injuries. Combs has sustained life threatening injuries as a result of the crash but is currently listed in stable condition. Brown was also treated at Parkview Regional Hospital for neck and back injuries but has since been released.

During the investigation it was discovered that Combs was driving illegally. A records check through the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles showed that Combs was listed as a habitual traffic violator and had a lifetime driving suspension. This felony charge will be forwarded to the Noble County Prosecutor's Office.

Agencies assisting at the scene were the Noble County Sheriff's Department, Avilla Police Department, Avilla Fire Department, Garrett Fire Department, and Noble County EMS.

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Fundraiser tonight to benefit Brendan Lewis' hockey team

The FW Federals will be selling Raffle Tickets at the Komets Game on Friday March 23, Game starts at 7:00 PM. Regular admission cost Komets game, Raffle Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Brendan Lewis from Avilla is a Federals team member.

Busche Expands in Albion, Opens Eighth Facility, adds 120 jobs

ALBION, Ind. Governor Mitch Daniels joined Nick Busche and other executives from Busche Enterprise Division, Inc., a computer numerical control (CNC) production machining firm, today, March 22, to announce the company's plans to expand its operations here, creating up to 120 new jobs by 2015.
Busche, which serves Original Equipment Manufacturers and other customers worldwide, will begin hiring experienced CNC operators and individuals wishing to be trained and start careers as CNC operators, along with support positions this summer. WATCH KendallvilleTV

Governor says new state bill is no excuse to shoot police entering your home

As Governor Daniels stated, "Today is an important day to say: Indiana's outstanding law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day to protect all Hoosiers. The right thing to do is cooperate with them in every way possible. This law is not an invitation to use violence or force against law enforcement officers. In fact, it restricts when an individual can use force, specifically deadly force, on an officer, so don't try anything. Chances are overwhelming you will be breaking the law and wind up in far worse trouble as a result."

Amstutz new ENHS football coach

The new coach of East Noble High School football should feel right at home on the Knights' sideline. The East Noble school board hired Luke Amstutz as head football coach Wednesday night. Amstutz previously served as an assistant football coach at East Noble for four years, before spending the past four seasons as head coach at Angola High School.

New pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Sunday

The Rev. Patrick J. Kuhlman of Bloomington has accepted a call to become the pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church. His installation will be on Sunday, March 18, at a special 4 p.m. service at the church, 113 W. Albion St. Immanuel Lutheran has been vacant since the retirement of the Rev. Thomas Dunbar on July 31, 2011. Dunbar had served Immanuel since July 2005.

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Win an iPad; enter LUV My HomeTown Photo Contest!

March's winner will be in the April6 issue of the Kendallville Mall, and online at avilla.org and kendallvilemall.com. That person wins $50 plus is entered into the grand prize drawing for an iPad!

Enter our new LUV My HomeTown photo contest for a chance to win our grand prize, a new iPad! Monthly winners will win $50.

We're looking for great photos of local events and places that show what a great hometown we have in Noble County. So grab your cameras, and start shooting photos. And tell your friends and neighbors to vote for your photos on our websites and on our Facebook page.

To enter, read the rules HERE.

East Noble Sports News

-Archery Club second at state

-EN Middle School third at state meet

-Huff qualifies for indoor track championship

KendallvilleTV this week's new videos

Governor in Albion to announce new plant, 120 jobs WATCH KendallvilleTV

Energy saving tips from REMC WATCH KendallvilleTV
1st 70-degree day at Bixler Lake WATCH KendallvilleTV
Geese and Swans at Bixler WATCH KendallvilleTV

Noble County's Got Talent Videos WATCH KendallvilleTV

What's Happening?

Nurses group hosting pancake breakfast
The Indiana Practical Nurses Association (IPNA) will hold an all-you-can eat pancake and sausage breakfast on Saturday, March 31, at the Avilla Fire Station. Serving will be from 7 a.m. to noon. Prices are $5 for adults and $3 for children. Those under age 2 are free. All proceeds will go to the IPNA Scholarship Fund.

Avilla Easter Egg Hunt
Avilla Chamber of Commerce and Sacred Heart Home host the annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 7, at the home on N. Main St. The event is free and includes breakfast, the hunt, and photos with the Easter Bunny, bring your own camera. Breakfast starts at 8-10:30 a.m. and hunt is at 10:30 a.m.

Charity bingo event is April 15
The Gamma Xi Chapter of Tri Kappa Sorority will be holding its 12th annual Vera Bradley and Longaberger Charity Bingo on April 15. The event will take place at St. Mary School in Avilla. All prizes are Vera Bradley and Longaberger merchandise. Every attendee will receive an admission gift from Sweet Tooth chocolates.

Huge Garage Sale and Bake Sale
Huge Garage Sale and Bake Sale at St. Marys School Hall in Avilla. Saturday March 31st doors open at 8am til 6pm and Sunday 8am til 12noon, all proceeds go to St Mary's Youth Group.

Kendallville Easter Egg Hunt
Kendallville Park and Recreation Department's First Annual Nighttime Easter Egg Hunt
Thursday April 5th, 2012 8:00 P.M. Bixler Lake Campground
Ages 2 – 12 years old
Bring a flashlight and basket to collect eggs. Prizes awarded to all children that participate.

AYCE FISH AND TENDERLOIN SUPPER
The Noble County Community Fair Board will be hosting an All-You-Can-Eat Fish and Tenderloin Supper on Good Friday, April 6, 2012 from 4:30 to 7:30 PM at the Log Building on the Fairgrounds in Kendallville. The fish and tenderloin will be prepared by Dan's Fry Service of Huntington. Carry outs will be available. The menu will include: fish and/or tenderloin, green beans or corn, applesauce, bread and butter, ice cream and drink.
Donation at the door: adults - $8.50 each, children 6 to 12 years old - $5.00 each, children 5 and under – free.
Save money by getting your pre-event tickets for a donation of $7.50 per adult, and $4.00 for children 6 to 12 years old, available at the Extension Office in Albion or from Fair Board members.