Voice Of The Walkerton Area

The Town of Walkerton is so full of stories! For too long, the community had no forum to keep up with events, people, history, and special places that made an impression on us? The Walkerton Independent News has been gone for decades! We are the voices of rural America! This new lifestyle e-magazine exists to reflect the people of Walkerton, small town sentiments, and our lives. - Photo by Todd Back

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Firehouse Tap

622 Roosevelt Rd.

Always Open

SUNRISE

HOUSE OF PANCAKES

Located at 280 Liberty St. this is a good location for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The family style friendly atmosphere is charming. Rustic decor, along with eggs, omellettes, bacon, pancakes, waffles, crepes, coffee, burgers, salads, and steaks. Let Sunrise start your day !

(574) 586-3724

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Changes Coming Soon To Roosevelt Road

The Walkerton Page has learned from several close sources that new developments are being planned along the northside of Roosevelt Rd. beginning at the old Ford dealership next to Urey Square at the old Bolze Marathon car service center, and finally a few blocks down at the abandoned Charles Hiler Foundry. According to the first source a buyer has purchased 715 - 727 Roosevelt Rd. and intends to purpose the lots for automotive. It is not clear if demolition or new constructi

Mid-Century Modern On Walkerton Trail Frozen In Time $119,900

This is a rare opportunity to find such an example of an untouched countryside home on the eastside of Walkerton frozen in 1963. Located at 72455 Walkerton Trail the 3 bedroom, 1 bath includes a breezeway to a large 1 1/2 car garage with 1,196 sq. ft. of space. Original hardwood oak floors throughout with a modern limestone fireplace to compliment snowy Walkerton, rustic, winters. Original cabinetry and tiles in the modern "atomic era" eat-in kitchen is perfect for today's Ho

How You Can Make A Difference For The Black Lives Matter Cause

Yes, even in Walkerton you can help today. From South Bend, Plymouth, and LaPorte protesters have highlighted the many abuses happening towards Black people who are targeted for violence by bad cops. The life of George Floyd was taken by dirty cop Derek Chauvin and 3 other unprofessionally trained officers of the Minneapolis Police Department on May 25th. Black Lives Matter protesters call for unity and solidarity at the St. Joseph County-City Building in South Bend. Many Bl

Bourbon Street Pizza - Opening August / September

Just spoke with Tim Harman founder of Bourbon Street Pizza, an Argos based pizza chain. They are locating their newest restaurant at 608 Roosevelt, next door to China House restaurant. Lot's of our readers have been curious about the completion of the new build-out happening. I asked Tim about any details with the Walkerton operation? He said, "We are opening August, possibly September there." "We will keep you updated with details." "No pictures at the moment." He added,

Changes Coming For Local Grocery Shopping

Recently, Randy Kafantaris, has announced he is repurposing Koontz Lake Market and, will be planning a new venture there. Today, he told The Walkerton Page, "I'm closing it up." "Keeping the building, going a different direction." "I'm still gonna cater, but, yeah June 30th is it." He added, "the current economy is too volatile." "And, I am not retiring." He said, "I will be addressing the new situation on Facebook for my customers." Randy went on, "I'm thinking right now I'm

China House

Located at 602 Roosevelt Rd. Popular dishes here include: Hot & Spicy Soup, Orange Chicken, Egg Foo Yong, Cashew Chicken, and Seafood Soup! It is a favorite ethnic destination in the community. A "taste" of the ancient Chinese Culture! They are open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30AM to 9:30 PM.

(574) 586-2314