“Locating the graduate School of Pharmacy in the Randallia neighborhood enriches everybody involved,” said Manchester President Jo Young Switzer. “It provides the neighborhood with continued stability and resources, and it gives our students a dynamic health venue in which to study.”

From family-friendly activities, to Veterans Day observances and the hottest bands in town, Friday’s Weekender is packed with thing to do this weekend. Here is a taste.

The health department will begin offering the H1N1 vaccine to people 25 through 64 years of age who have chronic health conditions or compromised immune systems.

“We Are Family” is hosted by: The Chapel, Covington Plaza, Goeglein’s Catering, the National Guard, The Paradise Band, Science Central, and the U.S. Senator Richard G. Lugar Northeast Indiana Community Service Center.

Statement issued Tuesday afternoon by the Fort Wayne-Allen County Department of Health:

The city has designated $200,000 for this round of the grant program.

“When you make your card list this year, please remember Indiana servicemen and women who will be spending the holidays away from their homes and families."

“Our sympathy goes out to the family,” says Allen County Health Commissioner Dr. Deborah McMahan.

The Fort Wayne-Allen County Department of Health answers frequently asked questions about the H1N1 flu.

“I am disappointed, but not in the least bit surprised that the proposal unveiled today continues to ignore the concerns of many Hoosiers across northeast Indiana."

“The waiting is over," Gov. Mitch Daniels said. "Thanks to our Major Moves transaction, a safer road and countless new jobs are finally on their way, without a dollar of new taxes or new borrowing."

The vaccine is free, and no appointment is necessary. Children under age 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

"Onward's decision to locate here is the latest proof that Indiana has become a magnet for international investment and jobs," Gov. Mitch Daniels said in a written statement.

“Ensuring costumes are labeled flame-resistant or flame-retardant is a simple fire safety precaution that Hoosiers can do to make sure Halloween remains a safe holiday,” said Indiana State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson.

Statement issued by Butler University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, which said that Tim Leffers from Bishop Dwenger was nominated by Butler freshman Emily Hambel and Justin Peeper from Homestead was nominated by Butler freshman Molly Harber. Thirty-seven secondary-school teachers from seven states have been honored with the third annual Butler University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Teacher Excellence Awards.

Individuals are posing as associates of the Indiana State Police and are collecting money for the needy children for Thanksgiving.