Goshen News, Goshen, IN Opinion

Memorial Day an opportunity to honor veterans

2012-05-25T09:11:30-04:00

Gun owners should safely store weapons

2012-05-24T08:00:00-04:00

This week has been designated National Small Business Week as a way to recognize entrepreneurs and risk takers who form the economic backbone of our country.

Gun owners should safely store weapons

2012-05-23T23:28:40-04:00

Gun violence is a daily occurrence in the United States and on Wednesday an advocacy group for gun control made a point and a few headlines by announcing 10 states, Indiana included, have higher rates of deaths by firearms than by motor vehicles.

Clearing a path for future First Fridays success

2012-05-23T13:14:17-04:00

Last week the Goshen City Council gave final, unanimous approval to an ordinance that will prohibit people from blocking public sidewalks within the city limits. Those who violate this ordinance face a fine of $200.

13 turnarounds we can admire

2012-05-20T08:20:56-04:00

Before trustees of Goshen Community Schools met this past Monday night, a reception was held to honor 13 deserving students. They weren’t valedictorians or salutatorians. They weren’t class presidents or all-state student-athletes.

Recognition as bicycle-friendly city appreciated

2012-05-18T08:00:00-04:00

Goshen is in the second year of its four-year designation by the League of American Bicyclists as a bike-friendly community. We congratulate city planners and bicycle advocates for this continuing recognition.

A message that all children need to hear

2012-05-16T08:00:00-04:00

Gayla Konanz is giving girls the message they need to hear — fitness begins early in life and is the foundation that self-esteem and confidence are built on.
Konanz is a fitness advocate for children and works through the Girls on the Run program. The Goshen News told readers in the May 2 edition how Konanz is working with girls at Bristol Elementary School and is encouraging them to get fit and stay fit.

We’re No. 12, and No. 1,268! Way to go GHS

2012-05-13T09:07:38-04:00

This has become a popular space for singing the praises of our local school corporations in recent years. That’s because we believe in the quality work and effort our educators and students are putting forth on a daily basis in and out of the classroom.

Bill Bloss was a superb servant

2012-05-11T08:00:00-04:00

Bill Bloss, a man who was always willing to step up and help his hometown of Goshen, died Wednesday. We know that everyone who had met Mr. Bloss and got to know him, will miss him plenty.

Voters and candidates deserve a 'thank you'

2012-05-10T09:14:08-04:00

In light of Tuesday’s primary election, we’d like to take a moment and thank two groups of people.