Knights of Columbus Announce 48th Annual Solicitation Drive

Donations support mentally handicapped citizens in the area.

(Lawrenceburg, Ind.) - The Knights of Columbus in Lawrenceburg will hold their 48th Annual Solicitation Drive this week to benefit citizens in the area with intellectual disabilities. 

The event takes place Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10. 

Local businesses and professionals are asked to contribute to this charitable effort. Checks can be made payable to Knights of Columbus Council No. 1231 and sent to Knights of Columbus Council 1231, 9 West Center Street, Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025-1931. 

Since their first drive in 1978, the Knights of Columbus in Lawrenceburg has raised $287,062 to support programs such as New Horizons Rehabilitation, Special Olympics, and ROD Special Education Cooperative. 

Below is a table showing the amount of donations distributed to charities since the donation drive began in 1978. 

More from Local News

Events

AAA Projects Record-Breaking Travel for Memorial Day Weekend

The previous record was set in 2005 when 44 million people took trips over the long holiday weekend. 

Dearborn Co. Sheriff's Office Announces Passing of K9 Raiko

Raiko began her career with the Dearborn County Sheriff's Office in July of 2012.

IOT Addresses Fraudulent State Emails

You may have experienced this in your inbox.

Softball Cycle, Record-Breaking Performances Highlight ORVC Report

See top performers in the conference between May 5-10.

Local Sports Report - May 12, 2025

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

Tobie Teke Named OAC Player of the Year

The former South Dearborn HS star put up some big numbers this spring.

On Air

Eagle Country 99.3 playing
George Strait - Check Yes or No

Blake Shelton I'll Just Hold On 13:13
Gabby Barrett Pick Me Up 13:07
Alan Jackson Chasing That Neon Rainbow 13:04
Brett Young Drink With You 13:01