For the 13th consecutive summer, business and community members gathered at the sandy area outside of the Splash House for the CASA Sand Sculpture Artfest, putting their creative skills on display while celebrating a worthy, and important, organization. Through donations,…
Author: Sean Douglas
CASA of Grant County looks forward to future
Through the tireless work of Executive Director Leslie Hendricks, combined with the stout efforts of volunteers, staff, and the entire Marion community, CASA of Grant County has been able to serve its long-standing purpose since 1988 – to be a…
Carpenters dedicated to serving Marion’s youth as new CASAs
Over the course of 40 years in the ministry, Tim and Kate Carpenter have given their lives to selflessly serving those in need. Before retirement, Tim served as pastor of the Friendship Alliance Church in Callahan, Florida, while Kate, a…
Corey puts a bow on stellar career at Yorktown boys golf regional
On what turned out to be the final day of sports for the 2020-2021 sports season in Grant County, the tremendous career of Mississinewa’s Ty Corey came to an end, as well as Justin Dakin’s, while Eastbrook’s all underclassmen squad…
Kenworthy dedicates life to help Grant County’s children
While CASA of Grant County plays an integral role in the safety and security of children in need across Marion and surrounding areas, the organization would not be able to do its work without Grant Superior Court 2 Judge Dana…
Over 30 years of service, Campbell has put children first
One of the longest serving CASA volunteers, Sharon Campbell, an Indiana Wesleyan graduate and long-time Taylor University employee, has dedicated a large portion of her time to provide a voice for children, advocating for their best interests. Campbell, a Kansas…
Fiebig looks to help children progress in role as CASA
Over 20 years of serving in the field of education, Marilyn Fiebig dedicated her life to serving the youth and giving them all they needed to succeed in life. And while she may no longer be teaching, Fiebig’s desire to…
Myers’ heart for children led her to CASA
Throughout her life, CASA volunteer Brianna Myers has had a heart for children. And one year ago, when the opportunity arose to work with CASA of Grant County as a volunteer, Myers jumped at the chance. Myers first found out…
Mike Cline making an impact for Marion’s youth
Throughout his life, Mike Cline has served as a faithful steward for the city of Marion and all of Grant County. Cline spent over 25 years working at the Chronicle-Tribune, before spending nine years at the Grant County Prosecutor’s Office,…
CASA of Grant County’s light shines bright in the city of Marion
Over the course of the last 44 years, CASA, or Court Appointed Special Advocates, have dedicated themselves to serving, advocating for, and safeguarding abused and neglected children in court, and ensuring they are placed in safe, permanent homes in order…