January 20, 2021 at 5:41 p.m.

1950s cold case rehashed


The murder of Garnett Ginn of Portland has been unsolved for 71 years.

A new look at the case is scheduled for next month.

Mike Medler, a Portland resident and retired Indiana State Police officer and director of the Indianapolis –– Marion Forensic Crime Lab, will discuss the case as part of John Jay Center for Learning’s Senior Learning series. The discussion will be held via Facebook Live at 1 p.m.?Feb. 4.

Ginn, a Portland High School teacher, was found dead in her garage in 1950.



Scholarship offered

Helena Agri-Enterprises announced recently that it will award a $1,000 Helena HomeGrown Scholarship.

The scholarship is open to a 2020-21 high school senior who will pursue a degree in agriculture or science. The deadline to apply is Jan. 31, and winners will be announced by the end of March.

For more information, visit helenahomegrown.com.



Beatles art in Blackford

You won’t need a “Ticket to Ride” into Blackford County to see some John Lennon art for free.

A new exhibit at the Blackford County Arts Center titled “Only Imagine” will feature art from the famed Beatles guitarist and Hartford City native John Knox daily until Feb. 18.

The original art from Lennon were donated to the center by David Hodges.

The Blackford County Arts center located at 107 W. Washington St., Hartford City, is open from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday except Tuesdays, when it is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.



New workout for seniors


Just in time to satisfy New Year’s Resolutions, there’s a new workout program designed for older adults.

LifeStream Services has a new video-based workout program from Geri-Fit that is designed to help seniors build strength. Videos last 45 minutes and can be downloaded and followed along from the safety of their home.

The Geri-Fit program can increase muscular strength, improve balance and coordination, boost motor skills and reaction time, enhance flexibility and gait, lessen arthritic conditions, and help manage chronic disease, according to a LifeStream press release.

To learn more about the program, visit the website lifestreaminc.org/wellness or call (800) 589-1121.
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