WKVI Raises $200 for Hoosier Burn Camp

WKVI morning show host Tom Berg and sports director Nathan Welter answered their cold water challenge Thursday afternoon in the radio station parking lot. They were called out by news director Mary Perren to either donate $10 to the Hoosier Burn Camp and get wet or stay dry and write a $100 check. The guys decided to play along, so members of the Bass Lake Fire Department brought their dump tank to our parking lot and filled it with water. Several listeners also stopped by with extra ice and donations to really help the guys chill out. Another Step Forward Walking Challenge Coordinator Ryan Greer had also been called out previously, as had fire chief Les Jensen. They took the plunge as well. So did Knox High School Band Director Craige Phipps, who opted not to prolong his torture when Nathan called him out. WKVI raised $200 in donations for the Hoosier Burn Camp, thanks to the generosity of the listeners who donated and the staff for being such good sports.

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Lapaz Fire Department Raises $1000 for Hoosier Burn Camp

 
 
The Lapaz-North Township Fire Department recently announced that the members met their goal of $1,000 to donate to the Hoosier Burn Camp.

The Hoosier Burn Camp provides campers with a week of traditional camp activities and programs that build self- esteem and foster friendships. The camp ends today. The camp helps provide a fun week of activities for young burn survivors. The Burn Camp is supported entirely by donations which allows campers to attend at no cost.

The Lapaz Fire Department also received special recognition from Clay Fire Territory’s Local Union for fundraising efforts during the Mustache Bash. Each year, members of the local fire departments raise money and grow mustaches. Awards are given to the best and worse mustaches.

Irish Pub in North Judson to Host Annual 5K Run/Walk

  
 
The Irish Pub in North Judson will soon be hosting their Second Annual Irish Pub 5K Run/Walk event, planned for Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m. Jenny Craig of the pub told WKVI’s Tom Berg that all donations from the event will go to the Hoosier Burn Camp, a summer camp experience for young men and women who have experienced injuries from burns. Craig said the pub is still looking for sponsors and participants of all ages to participate in the event.

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