The Knightstown Town Council has tabled a resolution that would permanently ban a cross from being displayed on their town square Christmas tree. Workers removed the cross earlier this week after the ACLU filed a lawsuit claiming the Christian symbol violates the First Amendment. It has been a controversial decision, with many neighbors and businesses putting out their own crosses in protest. The town attorney will work with a Christian legal group toward a compromise […] Read the Full Article »
Why a Christmas Cross and Not a Star for Knightstown Indiana?
With all the recent news surrounding Knightstown Indiana and the ACLU lawsuit that forced the removal of our Christmas Cross that sat atop our Christmas tree on the town square, many have questioned the cross and why the town chose a cross instead of the traditional star. The Christmas Cross was handcrafted by a local man and gifted to the town several years ago. It was the acceptance and appreciation of that gift that became […] Read the Full Article »
Video: Welcome to My Hometown – Knightstown Indiana
A week ago, I never dreamed I would see my tiny town caught up in a legal battle that has caught the attention of people around the globe. Until now, we were just a tiny little town whose only claim to fame is the Hoosier Gym that was featured in the Gene Hackman movie Hoosiers back in the 80’s. Let me share this visual with you – this video was created by our son Justin. […] Read the Full Article »