SAVE THE DATE! Old Settlers Festival 2025

As the calendar pages turn, excitement builds in the heart of Whitley County for a tradition that has been the highlight of our community for over a century. We are… Continue reading SAVE THE DATE! Old Settlers Festival 2025

Old Settlers Association: Supporting and Advancing Together

The Old Settlers Day Association continues to support the community by giving back. They recently donated to Junior Achievement serving Whitley County for their fundraising event Whitley Royale.

Old Settlers Association: Giving Back and Growing Forward

The Old Settlers gave to the Columbia City Police Department for their upcoming event Patrolling 4 Presents. The Old Settlers Association meet throughout the year for planning the upcoming festival… Continue reading Old Settlers Association: Giving Back and Growing Forward

Gift of $2,000 to the Troy Center

Just today, Vice President Kim Wheeler had the pleasure of presenting Cindy Baker from Troy Center with a check of $2,000 to assist with their program requirements!

Gift of $1,000 to the YMCA

This morning, 2nd Vice President Jim Argerbright presented Abby White of the Whitley County Family YMCA with a check of $1,000 to go toward their program needs!

Presentation of Oldest and Longest Whitley County Resident

Old Settlers and OSD Presidents were proud to present Mr. Mathew Henney with the awards for oldest AND longest residing Whitley County resident. Pictured are the following: Kim Wheeler (OSD… Continue reading Presentation of Oldest and Longest Whitley County Resident

Donation of $1,000 to “The Center”

Old Settler’s Day president, Linda Hyndman delivers a donation to Jeff Wike of The Center. The Center is a non-profit, community-based, youth development organization benefiting Whitley County since 2005.

Presidential Thank You

As this year’s Old Settlers Days President, I would like to thank everyone for coming to the festival and enjoying time with family and friends. The past few years coming… Continue reading Presidential Thank You

A Successful RC Drag Race

“First and foremost I want to thank Robert Bishir from Next Generation RC & Hobby and his wife, Terrie, for their continued support in our hobby and what we all… Continue reading A Successful RC Drag Race