YAIA Gearing Up for Change In Whitley County
(Talk of the Town photo by Jennifer Zartman Romano) Several young adults discuss their perspectives on building a better future for Whitley County during the first social gathering of YAIA members. The purpose of the event was not only to socialize, but to exchange ideas and gather input as the newly-forming organization moves forward.
By Jennifer Zartman Romano A sizeable gathering of like-minded twenty- and thirty-somethings gathered Nov. 16 at the Whitley County Historical Society to begin an exchange of dialog and what many hope is a step in a new direction.
Citing the many things they’d like to see changed or improved in Whitley County, visitors to the first-ever Young Adults in Action event talked openly about their dreams for the future of our community. Those dreams included an enhanced business community, a need for positive social and networking opportunities for young adults as well as ideas about unique, often family-oriented events in the county’s downtown areas.
The event drew several attendees from South Whitley, including Drew and Meagan Wilks. Wilks, assistant manager of Heyerly’s, was excited about the possibility he sees in the newly-formed organization that hopes to provide meaningful networking and social opportunities as well as professional development to those between the ages of 20 and 40.
“I’m hoping to get involved with the community and see if there are changes I can help make,” Wilks said.
“It’s an opportunity for me to get involved with the community I live in,” he added.
An open meeting is planned for the group at 7:30 p.m. on November 28 at the Whitley County Government Building. Anyone interested in joining the group is welcome to attend.
For more information on Young Adults in Action, contact Jorell Tucker at 609-1818, Erik Fearnow at 248-2677, Ingrid McClain at 720-252-6212, Eddie Beagles at 609-8642 or Jennifer Zartman Romano at 610-1873 or send an e-mail to jbzr@earthlink.net.
