Culver Community Schools’ Band Program Receives Generous Monetary Donation

The Culver Community Schools’ Band program will receive four years of financial assistance thanks to a generous donation from a local family who wishes to remain anonymous. The family agreed to provide $10,000 to the band this year and an additional $5,000 annually for the next three years.

Culver Community School Band Director Jason Crittendon explained that the money will be utilized for various things that will assist the students significantly such as instrument repairs that have been needed for some time but funds haven’t been available until now and new instruments that the school doesn’t currently own.

Another one of the potential purchases includes music chairs that are designed specifically to assist instrumentalists with posture and breathing. Continue reading

Saint Joseph’s College Alumni Hope to Raise $20 Million, Replace School Officials

Saint Joseph’s College’s abrupt decision to suspend operations at the end of the current semester has alumni scrambling to raise the necessary funds to keep the school open. The Alumni Association Board of Directors is hoping to collect $20 million by April 1 through an effort they’re calling the “Involved for Life Fund.” Continue reading