New program starts Sunday

A new program will be available to local families in Dunkirk.

Strengthening Families will be offered for the first time in the city beginning from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at West Jay Community Center.

The free seven-session program — it is a partnership between Jay County Drug Prevention Coalition and Dunkirk Glad Tidings Church — is designed for parents or guardians with children between the ages of 10 and 14. It includes free lunch and child care for families attending. Topics range from helping teens resist peer pressure, setting goals and helping parents communicate better with their kids.

Those interested can sign up by calling (260) 726-4707.



Hosting workshop

Jay County Purdue Extension will host a lawn care workshop at 6 p.m. Thursday at Jay County Public Library. Purdue Extension educator Justin Curley will lead the free session. To RSVP, call (260) 726-4707.