Getting ready for the dance
(Talk of the Town photo by Jennifer Zartman Romano) Melinda Wheeler, above, of the Columbia City Parks Department puts the finishing touches on decorations for the annual Father-Daughter dance, going on right now at the Eagles Nest Event Center in Columbia City. According to Wheeler, ticket sales had to be cut off at 270 today -- far surpassing goals for the event's attendance. Today alone, more than 20 tickets were sold. Sponsors for the dinner and dance included Gotcha Covered and More Farm Store. Additionally, Wheeler said donations were received from The Watering Can florist, Weckmuller's Chocolates in Pierceton, All Occasion Cakery and Wal Mart. Each girl attending this evening will receive a carnation and a goody bag.