Upland is a part of the Jefferson Township region/metro area of Indiana. Major attractions include Wandering Wheels and Compton Art Collection. Each year in the spring season there is the Uplands Annual Wine Trail. Among the companies in Upland are Avis Industrial Corporation and The Pierce Lock Craft Company. The biggest schools here are Taylor University and Upland Elementary School. One of the best places to visit when you are in Upland is James Dean Gallery.
By lucykm September 13, 2010
Sebestyen&Williams was hired by us to build our new home. The heating/cooling work was subcontracted to Sertech Heating&Cooling of Portland, In. They were hired by Bruce Sebestyen to install a Bryant geothermal HVAC open loop system with 2 units, one upstairs and one downstairs. After only 3 years both heat/cool units gave out, damaged by hydrogen sulfide in the water. The manufacturer voided the warranty because of improper installation by Sertech Heating & Cooling. Sertech did not test the water first. Both units will have to be replaced. Both the builder and subcontractor will not do anything to fix the problem. Bruce Sebestyen is ultimately responsible for the work of the subcontractor that he hired. The job was not done right, neither designed a suitable application for the environment. He expects us to replace the units at our own expense. Bruce Sebestyen advertises as being a “Fine Home Builder”. What kind of fine home builder is that? Buyer Beware! ...read more
By Gina Birky March 04, 2010
I am very impressed with the article that was written about the Mississinewa Indians. It was so nice to see that there is not hard feelings between school systems, I was also was impressed with the eastbrook team andhow they came to the viewing for Titus Justus, they were so supportive and that meant alot to Mississinewa players. It is great to see communities joining together still ...read more
By Steve Kuhn March 15, 2009
Upland Tire stays up to date on having the most effective equipment both in the shop and in the offoce. Its management seems to always be on the lookout for better tools and products. Upland Tire has attracted some very capable and conscientious employees. Under the direction of Mike Pearson and with the backing of the Best One tire group, I am convinced that they will be sure to do quality service. Of course no one is perfect, but based upon how I know they have treated other customers, I know they will correct any mistake even if it means they may lose money on the deal. In additon, not all tire dealers will provide free periodic tire rotation and balance, but Upland tire will. I have known some of their staff for over 15 years (actually before Upland tire opened) and I do not know another shop that I could trust more. ...read more
We here at Victory Acres would like to accomplish the following goals: 1. We at Victory Inner-city Ministries want to create a safe, welcoming place where people from all walks of life can do good work that will help to produce good food raised the way that God intended. 2. We want people from many different backgrounds - homeless neighbors, struggling addicts, urban families, and others who would like to experience the farming life - to be positively impacted by the work that is done and the food that is produced at Victory Acres. 3. We want to build a just and sustainable model for bringing together urban needs with rural strengths that can be reproduced around other major cities. We want to create an environment, a community of learning that will inspire innovation and teach others from other places to utilize the natural resources that God has entrusted to them as good stewards. I will use the following objectives to accomplish my goals: 1. We need to work intensely to develop an irrigation system, develop a comprehensive farm "map" for future development, and develop a housing plan for short term and long term guests. We need to build at least two cabins and "build" a camping area. We should explore interactive relationships with Taylor University, Indiana Wesleyan University, Purdue Agricultural Department, ECHO, Woodmizer, and Grant County Rescue Mission. 2. We need to raise the finances or find a funding source for Dan Perkins' salary. We must take over the financial responsiblity for equipment that will make it possible for Terry Himelick to quit his job to supervise Victory Acres. We need to raise $50,000 towards future capacity-building development at Victory Acres. 3. We should promote Victory Acres through a variety of methods and start a capital campaign to raise the development money needed. We must develop a grant "pipeline" for capacity building grants. I can use the following strengths to accomplish my vision and goals. 1. A passion to make a difference in the lives of people and a core dedication to the work; our collective sense of mission. 2. The agricultural and environmental expertise of Dan Perkins, the rural connections and experience of Terry Himelick, and the urban connections of Eric Himelick and the VICM team. 3. The proximity of Victory Acres to institutions like Taylor University, Indiana Wesleyan University, Ball State, and to major metropolitan areas like Indianapolis, Ft. Wayne, and Muncie make it ideal. ...read more
By Victory Acres September 13, 2007