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WCCS registration began this week

KPC NEWS SERVICE COLUMBIA CITY — Registration for students at Whitley County Consolidated Schools began Wednesday and runs through Aug. 13.

To complete online registration this year, families need to have a new family access account for Skyward.

Login information, including usernames and passwords, were mailed home on July 16. If a family did not receive this information, contact the school office.

Extended hours will be offered Aug. 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Students new to WCCS need to come to school to begin the registration process.

Whitley County districts awarded grant for counseling

BY WHITNEY WRIGHT

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WHITLEY COUNTY — Three school districts in Whitley County were awarded grants for the Lilly Endowment Comprehensive Counseling Initiative to assist students with mental health needs.

This is the second round of grants given to Indiana school districts; the first round was awarded in September 2017. Whitko Community Schools, Whitley County Consolidated Schools and Smith-Green Community Schools went in together on

one proposal to better their chances of approval.

The result: WCCS received $353,700; SGCS $118,200; and Whitko received $134,800.

WCCS applied solo the first round of grants and SGCS and Whitko applied together, though none

received a grant.

The grants aimed to encourage and provide resources for Indiana schools’ counseling programs. Schools need to be better equipped to assist students in the rising social media use, opioid crisis and expectations for adoles-

cents’ achievements in a broadening global society.

Many school counselors are already worn too thin to take on the increasing needs of the students, such as stepping in to conduct state and advanced placement exams. The grant allows the school to create an entire new program with help from outside the school and SEE COUNSELING, PAGE 3

Safety first: Young lifeguards handle large crowds at new pool

BY NICOLE MINIER

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COLUMBIA CITY — For many teenagers, summer break means relaxation, spending time with friends and avoiding spending any time near the high school.

That’s not the case for about 20 Whitley County teenagers, who are working long days at the new Russel & Evelyn Fahl Aquatics Center, located next door to Columbia City High School.

The staff of 21 lifeguards at the pool consists mostly of teenagers, many around age 16. With crowds of about 400 people at a time during busy periods, it’s a big responsibility that the guards have

taken on gracefully, management says.

“I am incredibly impressed by them,” said Manager Jacob Johnson. “Their maturity and the way they carry themselves and handle themselves is incredible.”

When the pool first opened, most of the guards were practically untested — especially with the 1,000 visitors the pool saw on opening day July 7.

“We were nervous because they were young and there weren’t very many of them, but they have stepped up,” Johnson said.

Phil Stanczak is the assistant manager of the pool and primarily works with the lifeguards. There

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Lifeguards learn how to use an automated external defibrillator during a training last month.

are at least eight lifeguards, sometimes as many as 12, on duty at a time during the pool’s public hours, noon-7 p.m. daily.

The guards rotate to different areas of the facility every 15 minutes to help them stay fresh, especially when the pool is more

crowded. Additionally, at the last 10 minutes of every hour, all visitors are asked to get out of the pool for a break.

Stanczak used to be the manager of Burnworth Pool, and said that lifeguard duties at SEE LIFEGUARDS, PAGE 3

Leatherman takes reins as chief

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Scott Leatherman began as Columbia City’s newest police chief at the end of July.

COLUMBIA CITY — “As a community, if there is one thing we respect it’s safety and making sure we remain being one of the safest communities in Indiana. Scott will do that.

He will make sure that happens.”

Columbia City Mayor Ryan Daniel selected veteran officer Scott Leatherman to replace retired Police Chief Tony Hively. Leatherman took over the department, the largest in city government, last month.

Leatherman has been a police officer for over 20 years and retired last year from the military after nearly 32 years. He

was raised in Albion in a military family.

Leatherman doesn’t have any major changes planned for the department, at least in the immediate future.

“The department was working well when I came in,” Leatherman said. “Maybe down the road there will be some changes, but there’s nothing the public will really see change.”

Leatherman is married to Mindy (McGregor) Leatherman and the couple have two children, Colby (15), and Evan (11). Mindy is an OB nurse and their boys attend Whitley County Consolidated Schools.

As Leatherman transi-

tions into the chief role, he is in a unique position as the lead trainer for the department’s newest officers. The department has had many officers retire in the past four years, and much of the new officers’ training took place on second shift under Leatherman’s leadership.

“Scott has trained basically all the new officers,” Daniel said.

“If you talk to them, they’ll tell you how much they admire him and his service to the community.”

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Mottram picked as new UW director CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — Loretta Mottram was recently selected as the new executive director of the United Way of Whitley County.

Mottram and her husband, Robert, who is employed at SDI in Columbia City, have two children and two grandchildren. Mottram holds an undergraduate degree in education from Ball State, a master’s degree in

organizational leadership from Huntington University, and certificates in both professional and executive coaching from the Townsend Institute. She’s also received an Achieving Excellence certificate from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

“I’m excited for this opportunity to embrace and continue strengthening the communities efforts of Living United in Whitley

County” says Mottram.

She spent 12 years as vice president of sales and marketing for Malibu Mottram Wellness and most recently served 12 years as the senior director of business development

for Pathfinder Services, a comprehensive human and community development organization in Northeastern Indiana.

Mottram began her United Way servant leadership on a campaign committee of an early learning center in 2006.

Her passion and dedication to build stronger communities has been her focus for the past 12 years.

She is a member of the National American

Business Women’s Association -Women of Magnitude, Fort Wayne ABWA chapter, National Social Enterprise Alliance, SEA Indiana chapter, American Marketing Association and has been active with NeighborWorks America, Indiana Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, the Indiana Manufacturing Association and Volunteers Of America -helping those in need.

“The board is excited

to work with Loretta and utilize her experience and knowledge of both the for-profit and non-profit sectors in our continued efforts of improving lives.

We feel that she has the skills, passion and drive to lead the United Way mission forward,” said Lori Shipman, board chair.

For additional information, contact United Way of Whitley County at 244-6454 or visit unitedwaywhitleycounty.org.

Scholarship dollars grow for annual DYW program CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — Through the combined efforts of Columbia City’s 1982 Junior Miss Shelley Sandel-Bach and Verizon, $1,600 will be added to the scholarship program of Distinguished Young Woman of Whitley County.

This year’s event is Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. in the Newell Rice Auditorium.

For her part in the scholarship money, SandelBach participated in many volunteer activities in Denver, Colo., receiving credit from Verizon for the matching grant.

She was fourth runner-up at Indiana Junior Miss and the talent category winner. She attended and graduated from the University of South Alabama on a Junior Miss scholarship.

“This is great news for the program’s scholarship fund,” said Alexia Aung,

the 2018 Whitley County winner. “Obviously, part of my scholarship money came from Verizon and Shelley. The scholarship money paid part of my tuition and book store bills at Ball State University. I’m so thankful for scholarship money.”

Recruitment continues for the 54th program of the Whitley County franchise.

Young women who will graduate in 2019 are eligible to participate. Call 244-7467 for more information.

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Whitko again looking for school resource officer Requests new SRO after Hill’s resignation, controversy

BY NICOLE MINIER

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SOUTH WHITLEY —Interim Superintendent

Nick Eccles is staying positive and focusing on the future of the district after Whitko’s second

school resource officer this year resigned after controversy.

Just weeks before

the new school year is set to begin, Whitko Community Schools is once again looking for a new school resource officer after the officer picked for this school year abruptly resigned following a controversial Facebook post.

Earlier this year, SRO Matthew Gilbert resigned as was later charged and arrested for failing to report a rape.

His replacement, Chad Hill, previously with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, resigned last week after an alleged nude photo of him surfaced on social media. The photo allegedly depicts Hill in a bathroom, nude from the waist down.

There are still many questions about the photo, such as who it was sent to, and why,

but it is clear that Hill will not be working at Whitko this fall.

The Facebook post claimed Hill was reported to the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department.

Current Sheriff William Goshert confirmed to area news sources that there is an ongoing investigation that dates back to 2017.

Though Hill was employed by the South Whitley Police Department and not the school, Eccles requested a new officer be stationed at the schools.

“We expect our SRO, like any other adult working with our students, to be a person who models appropriate behavior and someone who will be able to help counsel our students to make good and smart choices,” Eccles said. “I will focus on the future and making decisions

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As of press time there were no criminal charges filed against Hill, but interim superintendent Nick Eccles says it does not set a good example for students at Whitko.

Hill retired in July 2017 from the KCSD after 27 years, most recently serving as the public information officer.

He was hired by the SWPD in June and began SRO training last month.

Gilbert abruptly left his post as SRO after an investigation was initiated by the Indiana State Police. He was arrested in April after the ISP received a complaint alleging Gilbert received information from a then-16-year-old girl who claimed to have been a rape victim. He allegedly did not investigate the case.

Whitley County Prosecutor D.J. Sigler then charged Gilbert for failure to report a sexual assault, a Class B misdemeanor. Gilbert’s case is ongoing, with a pretrial conference scheduled for Aug. 7 in Whitley Superior Court.

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Some of the lifeguards are pictured at the pool. In front, from left: Telly Varga, Carolina Klimek, Hannah Reid, Cali Christman, Charlie Varga and Manager Jacob Johnson. Back row: Kylee Longenbaugh, Evin Devito, Lauren Liston, Skye Roberts, Assistant Manager Phil Stanczak, Aaron Fix, Brian Fix, Sophia Hatcher and Kyle Reust. Not pictured: Carsen Anspach, Hannah Behm, Kellie Frei, Lexy Chapman, Megan Young, Kendall Longenbaugh, Ayn Schaekel, Wes Story, Josh Butts, Reagan Blank and Morgan Poling.

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the two facilities do not compare.

“It is 100 times more busy than it used to be,” Stanczak said.

Not only is the new pool drawing a bigger crowd, but its special amenities, such as the pool, vortex and splash area, call for more safety precautions. So how do the lifeguards keep so many families safe on busy days? — communication. The guards all have walkie talkies and can receive instant feedback from Stanczak.

“They deserve the credit. To have the ability to go out for eight hours as a kid and do such a good job has been amazing,” Stanczak said.

Especially in areas designed for younger children, such as toddlers, lifeguards have to especially be on the lookout for potential danger.

“There are so many kids in there,” Stanczak said.

Because of the new, fun amenities, such as the zero-entry area, the pool is drawing a crowd of toddlers and younger children compared with Burnworth Pool.

Especially due to this, there are rules in place that some visitors may not be aware of. For example, there are places on the

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New mural on display downtown

a new piece of art has found its home in downtown Churubusco. a mural, painted by local resident samantha Fulk, was hung on the north side of the Churubusco News office building this week. The mural depicts historical Churubusco and is one of many recent improvements to the downtown area.

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Lifeguards receive training on medical emergencies from the Columbia City Fire Department.

wall that people should not sit, there is a height and weight requirement for the slides, and individuals cannot hang on to the walls in the vortex area.

Stanczak said most visitors have been understanding of the rules; it just takes time for everyone to learn them. It can be especially difficult for younger lifeguards to have to blow their whistles at older adults who aren’t following the pool rules.

If someone does have a question about the rules, it is best to speak to a manager versus contesting the rule with a lifeguard, who needs to focus on the water.

“Every rule we have is in place for safety reasons,” Stanczak said.

The facility could use another 10 lifeguards next summer.

“These kids are

working a lot of hours right now,” Stanczak said.

Though working a lot of hours, they still choose to spend time together outside of the pool. For example, a group of them went to the 4-H Fair to watch a fellow guard show an animal.

“It’s like a team,” Johnson said. “Them getting along so well helps when they’re out here [at the pool]. They have each other’s backs.”

There have not been any major swimming-related incidents at the pool so far, but one visitor had a seizure while at the facility.

“Two 15-year-old guards were right there doing everything they were supposed to do,” Johnson said. “They way they handled it and the composure they had — we’re blessed with this group we have.”

within other parts of the school.

Grants were awarded to 39 school corporations and charter schools statewide.

The amount of the grant was dependent upon student enrollment: applicants could apply for up to $100 per student in the district, though districts with fewer than 1,000 students were still able to apply for up to $100,000. The grant amounts ranged from $99,368 to $1.39 million.

Before the grants were awarded, administrators from WCCS, Whitko and SGCS met to better map out what their counseling program would consist of.

The local school districts plan to use the grant to develop a mentoring and job experience counseling initiative, providing students with the ability to make informed and skilled decisions as they attend college or join the workforce. Members of the community will be involved in the program to teach the students about soft skills in the workforce, such as working on a team and showing up on time.

The counseling initiative at the schools will host a

community summit and a business summit.

Before the grant awards were officially announced, leaders from WCCS, Whitko, SGCS and the county met to develop curriculum talking points and training for mentors and staff, as well as timelines and a binder of tips for those involved in the program.

The schools have planned out a budget for the next four years, as the grant must be used before the end of 2022. WCCS hired a talent development director, Lori Heuer, and SGCS and WCS plan to hire their own as well. This will ensure the schools are working well together and moving in the same direction.

WCCS, WCS and SGCS will work together to

support one another and be more fiscally sound through training and implementing the programs jointly.

So far, the community response is positive.

“We have had great responses from our businesses across the county and beyond.

We will be out there knocking on doors now that we have the funds,” said Laura McDermott, assistant superintendent of WCCS. “We’re looking at businesses across the board because the kids are interested in all types of things. The more variety, the better.”

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Education and fun collide at Camp Invention Whitko hosted 4th annual event

BY WHITNEY WRIGHT

Forward,” and all projects were focused on what life may be like in the future.

Campers attended four themed modules with varying themes and projects each day.

In Mod My Mini Mansion, campers constructed a futuristic home out of cardboard and craft items that required a power source, such as windmills or solar panels, and six smart devices. Campers designed smart showers, sinks and ovens, and the rest of the home’s designs and amenities were free choice.

The OptiBot classroom required campers to construct various courses for a small, battery-operated robot designed to follow dark black lines. In the middle of the week, campers were instructed to make an underwater-theme course that led the robot into a cave, turning on a motion-sensor light, and then go back out of the cave. On another day, campers designed vehicles that could withstand crashes enough to protect people.

Another module taught campers about health and

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LARWILL — Camp Invention is a nationwide program organized to familiarize children with science, technology, engineering and mathematics projects, or STEM. While attending Indiana’s Association for the Gifted’s High Ability Conference, camp director Ashley Roberts was introduced to Camp Invention and became interested in bringing the program to Whitko Community Schools.

The camp completed its fourth year of operation at Whitko Middle School the week of July 16, each day operating from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The five staff members of Whitko’s Camp Invention are actual teachers in the district, which becomes helpful in facilitating and guiding the children. Four high school volunteers, parent volunteers and four middle school counselors-intraining composed the rest of the team.

This year, Camp Invention’s theme was “Fast

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Noah Rutherford extracts a bone marrow sample in the Robotic Pet Vet module. Campers learned about medical science, including viruses and blood cells, and designed a robotic dog park.

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In OptiBot activity, campers had to draw a course for their tiny robots. Gage Utter, Ally Marshall and Ariyanna Milburn work on their underwater-themed course, which requires the robot to go into a cave, turn on a motion-sensor light and exit the cave.

medical science. In Robotic Pet Vet, each camper was given a small, robotic dog that they were required to decorate. Campers were instructed on white and red blood cells, viruses, urinalysis and taking samples from bone marrow. At the end of the week, they designed a robotic dog park.

The fourth element of Camp Invention was called Stick to It, in which campers were given a different problem-solving or inventive project each day. On one day, they designed wearable attire, such as armor or capes. Another day, campers designed a mini golf course.

In other times, campers had free rein to design anything, such as a board game.

Each activity is modified per age group, as campers range in age from 6 to 12 years old. Favorite activities varied among the campers, though many mentioned Robotic Pet Vet as a top activity because of the dogs’ cute barks and sifting through the red and white blood cell simulation. Hardest activities varied as well, depending on the camper’s experience and interests.

“The mansion was the hardest because you have to think of things and then execute it,” said Amira, age 10.

Whitko’s Camp Invention attendance grows each year and is expected to continue this trend in the coming years. The first year of its operation, 43 campers attended and were mostly younger campers. This year, 70 campers participated and the number of older campers increased, as many are returning campers from previous years.

Roberts has been the camp director for all four years and continues to be inspired by the campers each session.

“The best part of Camp Invention is the creativity aspect,” said Roberts. “The campers problem-solve and persevere through the projects.”

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Campers have outdoor activities during the lunch break. Sisters Astoria Smith (right) and Phoenix Smith (left), and cousin Amira Smith (center) enjoy a break from the activities at an outdoor picnic table.

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Alanna Greenwood smiles with her handmade board game in the Stick to It activity.

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Hayden Reid works on his mansion in Mod My Mansion, one of the activities in Camp Invention. Campers were required to provide their mansion with a power source and six smart devices.

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Understanding grain fill stages in corn “Pollen grains ‘captured’ As the corn crop matures, by silks quickly you may read articles germinate and in the farm press develop pollen tubes about various fill that penetrate the silk stages in corn. A tissue and elongate Purdue corn expert to the ovule within recently offered about 24 hours,” said instruction on what Nielsen. “The pollen these fill stages mean. tubes contain the To provide male gametes that context, you may JOHN E. eventually fertilize remember talk of growth stages of WOODMANSEE the ovules.”

In other words, corn throughout the without successful growing season. pollination Stages start with (successful pollen transfer either a “V” for vegetative from tassel to silks) and stages, or “R” for reproducfertilization (successful tive stages. For example, uniting of male and female stage VE refers to corn gametes in ovules), you emergence, stage V6 refers have no corn. This is why to six leaves with visible leaf farmers are very concerned collars, and stage R1 refers to about weather conditions and the silking stage, when silks other stressors at silking and emerge at the tips of ears. pollination time. If we have We’ll start there today. extremely hot, dry weather, Dr. Robert L. “Bob” it can hasten the desiccation Nielsen, Purdue corn (drying and death) of silks, or specialist, recently authored slow or delay silk emergence. an article in which he Delayed silk emergence explained corn fill stages. could mean that pollen “Silk emergence is technished occurs before silks are cally the first recognized exposed. Additionally, insects stage of the reproductive can clip off silks, limiting the period,” Nielsen said. “Every receptive area available for ovule (potential kernel) on pollen. Drought conditions the ear develops its own silk can be devastating at this (the functional stigma of the point in the season. The female flower).” time window for pollination Nielsen explained that is only open so long. Once silks elongate about 1.5 closed, it’s over and done inches per day during the first with for this growing season. few days after they emerge Growth Stage R2 from the husk leaves, and describes kernel blister continue to elongate until stage. “About 10 to 12 days pollen grains are captured after silking, the developing and germinate, or until they kernels are whitish ‘blisters’ simply deteriorate with age. on the cob and contain “Silks remain receptive to abundant clear fluid,” said pollen grain germination Nielsen. “The ear silks are for up to 10 days after silk mostly brown and drying emergence, but deteriorate rapidly.” Nielsen said that quickly after about the first 5 severe stress can easily abort days of emergence,” Nielsen kernels at pre-blister and said.

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blister stages.

Kernel abortion refers to the condition when fertilization has been successful, but stress forces the corn plant to “abandon” certain kernels that it does not have the energy to support.

Typically, photosynthesis is being curtailed by some form of stress, which reduces available energy.

Growth Stage R3 describes kernel milk stage, about 18-20 days after silking, in which the kernels are mostly yellow and contain “milky” white fluid. “The milk stage of development is the infamous ‘roasting ear’ stage, when you find die-hard aficionados standing out in their field nibbling on these delectable morsels,” said Nielsen.

Growth Stage R4 describes kernel dough stage.

“About 24 to 26 days after silking, the kernel’s milky inner fluid begins changing to a ‘doughy’ consistency as starch accumulation continues in the endosperm,” said Nielsen. “The shelled cob is now light red or pink.”

Nielsen said kernel abortion is much less likely to occur at this stage, although continued stress can affect yield by reducing kernel weight.

Growth Stage R5 describes kernel dent stage.

“About 31 to 33 days after silking, all or nearly all of the kernels are denting near their crowns,” said Nielsen.

Kernels continue to accumulate dry matter content through R5.

Nielsen describes an interesting exercise you can employ during R5 (in anticipation of R6, physiological maturity), involving observation of what is called the

“milk line.” “Within about a week after the beginning of R5, a distinct horizontal line appears near the dent end of a split kernel and slowly progresses to the tip end of the kernel over the next three weeks or so,” said Nielsen.

“This line is called the ‘milk line’ and marks the boundary between the liquid (milky) and solid (starchy) areas of maturing kernels.” Break a cob in half and see if you can see the milk line!

Growth stage R6 describes physiological maturity. “About 55 to 65 days after silking, kernel dry weight usually reaches its maximum and kernels are said to be physiologically mature and safe from frost,” said Nielsen. “Physiological maturity occurs shortly after the kernel milk line disappears and just before the kernel black layer forms at the tip of the kernels.”

Nielsen said that harvest maturity is not a strict stage of grain development, but it is often defined as that grain moisture content where harvest can occur with minimal kernel damage and mechanical harvest loss. He said it is usually considered to be near 25 percent grain moisture.

Find Nielsen’s full July 23 article, complete with pictures and illustrations, at the Purdue Pest & Crop newsletter website, extension. entm.purdue.edu/newsletters/ pestandcrop, or at Nielsen’s Chat ‘N Chew Café website, agry.purdue.edu/ext/corn/ cafe.

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Obituaries •

Marjorie Kite

SOUTH WHITLEY — Marjorie J. Kite, 91, of rural South Whitley died at 5 a.m. Thursday, July 26, 2018, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 31, at Collamer Church of God, 8850 W S.R. 14, South Whitley. There was a private burial at South Whitley Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to Smith & Sons Miller Chapel.

Memorials are to Collamer Church of God.

Lee Guiff FORT WAYNE — Lee Guiff, 75, of Fort Wayne, died Saturday, July 28, 2018, at his home.

Calling was 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, at Sheets and Childs Funeral Home, Churubusco. Services will be at a later date in Reno, Nevada, with burial in Mountain View Cemetery, Reno.

Memorials are to Honor Flight of Northeast Indiana.

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INWhitley County does not charge for death notices that include notice of calling hours, date and time of funeral and burial. An extended obituary, which includes survivors, biographical information and a photo, is available for a charge.

Deadline for funeral homes to place obituaries is 9 a.m. Tuesday. The email address is: obits@kpcmedia. com.

Submitted obituaries must contain the name and phone number of the funeral home.

For information, contact Garth Snow at 260-347-0400, ext. 1190.

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to sergeant, and Dave Calhoun is the department’s new junior detective.

Leatherman and Hively both have a high-ranking military background, which will bring some similarities to their leadership styles.

“Scott has a lot of the elements that Tony has,” Daniel said. “The role of chief is not a lot of fun — they have to balance the mayor, Board of Works and their staff. It’s a really tough job to do. I know with Scott and Tony in the military, they’ve had to play that role. Scott will have a different style, but not that different.”

Some have the perception that Leatherman has been tough on crime over the years as a highly active officer. His intentions have always been for the safety of the community.

“I have had a lot more contact with the public because I was very active,” Leatherman said. “When you have a higher volume, it appears you write more tickets.

I prefer to not have to stop anyone. I’m not just

wanting to write tickets, but it reduces crimes and accidents.”

Leatherman is a strong believer in the broken windows theory of law enforcement — not to be confused with a zero-tolerance policy.

“It’s taking care of the small things, which lead to bigger things,” Leatherman said. “If you don’t take care of those, the neighborhood can

start to decay. It shows the community cares.”

Though Leatherman may appear to have a hard shell, Mayor Daniel says his service to the community is impeccable.

“The Scott Leatherman I’ve gotten to know in this position, the one I’ve participated with in the YMCA Corporate Challenge, the one I talk to in the hallways of City Hall — is someone who

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“He’ll make sure our police department is top-notch,” Daniel said.

“I’m excited to see where he takes the department.”

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MinebeaMitsumi. During this later time period, our parent company has invested significant capital in our facilities and equipment, which in turn has increased employment at NHBB. These investments highlight MinebeaMitsumi’s commitment to the local communities in which we operate.

I would also like to thank the employees of C&A Tool for embracing NHBB and MinebeaMitsumi as business partners. The many employees from NHBB and MinebeaMitsumi

The news and opinions coming from Churubusco via this newspaper fill me with gratitude. I would like to thank the Churubusco Town Council for unanimously approving the 10-year tax abatement, as was reported in the June 27 issue.

As we have learned at the New Hampshire Ball Bearings, it takes strong community ties to remain a sustainable business over many decades — 70 years, the last 30 as subsidiary of

that have visited C&A Tool since the acquisition have all come to the same conclusion: C&A Tool’s employees are welcoming, dedicated and highly skilled. I am proud to include C&A Tool in the NHBB and MinebeaMitsumi family. I look forward to continuing the success and legacy of C&A Tool in such a supportive community as Churubusco.

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Cheers, Jeers and Whatabouts •

CHEERS to Mr. Bob Allman for providing space on his building for the new mural and to Jeremy Hart and crew for erecting it.

— Main Street Churubusco CHEERS to a few people who helped save Rich’s life. A big thanks goes out to EMTs Kyle Bair and Blake Forrester, and volunteer firemen Bruce Shanabarger and Ben Rinker.

You will never know how much we appreciated your quick and professional response. Time was of

essence. Without your quick response, the outcome would have been very different. We can never thank you enough.

We would like to thank all our family and friends for the prayers and many acts of kindness. Rich has a long recovery ahead of him. But together we will get there. Please continue to keep us in your prayers.

Lots of love.

— Sherry and Richard King and family

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It’s the little things In recent weeks, we have reported on new, big projects that have come to Whitley County and improved quality of life. While those amenities are a major asset to our community, there’s much more going on — little things that make our home a better place to live.

An example of this is the new mural in downtown Churubusco. Little by little, as funds allow, the town of Churubusco has improved the downtown area. Sidewalks, lighting and landscaping aren’t necessarily “major” projects, but those things make the downtown area look so

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appealing.

The addition of the mural is similar — it’s one more thing to show how strong the sense of community is in Churubusco. It shows that people care.

The work of the Master Gardeners is another example. They work throughout the county to provide beautiful flower gardens in our parks and other areas.

New Columbia City Police Chief mentioned the broken windows theory of law enforcement — and we

Opinion Policy •

The ultimate goal of the IN|Whitley County Opinion page is to stimulate discussion and action on topics of interest to the Whitley County community.

IN|Whitley County welcomes reader viewpoints and offers letters to the editor and guest editors as vehicles of

agree. Taking care of the little things not only keeps our community appealing, but it thwarts bigger crimes from occurring in our neighborhoods.

We call on you to help with the little things — keep your properties maintained to the best of your ability, find a little project to help out your community. It isn’t all about large projects, such as the new playground coming to Churubusco or the new aquatics center in Columbia City — you can make a difference too!

expression.

Letters must be signed and accompanied with an address and phone number for verification of identity.

The editor reserves the right to edit and condense letters and guest editorials for space limitation as well as clarity.

Lengthy letters which focus on an issue which affects Whitley County residents may be considered for a guest editorial.

Polls: 2018 could be as unpredictable as 2016 Trump prism, opining, We are heading reacting, and in the case into that stretch of the of Republicans, election cycle hoping to carry where distinct his base while trend lines begin not alienating the to take shape. independent bloc It was August needed to win 1994, 2006 and elections.

2010 when the As we head contours of those into August, things wave elections muddled, became more BRIAN remain which suggests that recognizable in POLITICAL 2018 could be as polling. While REPORT unpredictable as voter intensity 2016. Last week in polls has been more meaningful Brian Howey should have been, by most accounts, up to this point, a disastrous one the congressional for Trump. He was generics begin to utterly disruptive at the carry more heft in August G-7 meeting earlier this and September. spring, and followed suit The anomaly was the at the NATO summit, historic 2016 election when he called the when many pollsters, European Union a “foe,” pundits and, yes, even and then came his controRepublican nominee versial Helsinki summit Donald Trump himself, with Russian President were convinced that Putin.

Hillary Clinton would be Several polls offer the next president. That differing views of the all changed around 9 p.m.

Trumpscape as we head on election night when into late summer. The the epic Trump upset first was the NBC/Wall came into focus.

Street Journal Poll, most This cycle, President of which was conducted Trump absolutely before Helsinki, but dominates all things included reaction to politics. This election Trump’s tornadic sweep will essentially be a where he tormented referendum on his first NATO allies. Trump’s two years. Trump sucks approval stood at 45 the oxygen away from percent, a high mark for every candidate. Every him. That included 88 nominee must compete percent approval from for air time, and each is viewed through the Republicans. But Trump

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is getting just 36 percent of independent support, and you need independents to win elections.

“Welcome to the latest and most daring of Donald Trump’s high-wire acts, in which the president increases his degree of difficulty and manages yet again to stay on his feet,” said Fred Yang, a Democratic pollster who helped conduct the survey with Republican Bill McInturff. “The more Trump gets criticized by the media, the more his base seems to rally behind him.”

New York Times columnist Frank Bruni, however, questioned the “Republican loyalty” data, suggesting that “poll after poll is skewed by an exodus of former Republicans whom he scared off. They may not be showing up as party members in surveys, and Trump’s high marks could be coming from a winnowed, favorable sample.” While Trump’s Indiana base appears to be strong, anecdotally I’ve heard from numerous Republicans who have fled the party.

Brendan Nyhan examined this possibility in The Times’ Upshot section last year, describing data that suggested that

“people who identify as Republican may stop doing so if they disapprove of Trump, creating a false stability in his partisan approval numbers.”

That’s an inverse from what Trump’s Indiana campaign was telling me in 2016, that the polling wasn’t picking up all of his support, in part, because some respondents didn’t want to volunteer that information. The final Howey Politics/WTHR poll in 2016 had Trump leading by 11 percent, and he won Indiana with 19 percent. Some of that was due to Republicans migrating back to Trump in the final days as then-Gov. Mike Pence beseeched them to “come home.”

Quinnipiac University conducted a poll after the Trump/Putin presser in Helsinki.

Released Wednesday, it showed Trump’s approval rating tumbling to 38 percent, with 58 percent disapproving; that compared to a 43/52 percent rating on June 20 following Trump’s June 12 summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. But the real eyebrow lifter was the congressional generic released

by Quinnipiac on Wednesday, showing

The GOP number seems Democrats with a 51-39 low, unless pollsters percent lead. aren’t picking up former The next week or so Republicans who have will determine if that’s an fled the party. outlier, or the beginning As for President of a trend. Women voters Trump’s tariffs, NBC/ are backing Democratic Marist released polls candidates 57-32 percent. on Thursday showing Here in Indiana, there Trump’s approval 36 are seven major party percent in agriculture-rich female congressional Michigan and Wisconsin candidates, including (both of which Trump incumbent Republican carried in 2016), and 38 Reps. Jackie Walorski and percent in Minnesota, a Susan Brooks. There were state he almost carried.

57 Democratic women So, let’s call this who had filed for General grouping Assembly of polls seats. the final In order snapshots for the the so-called President trump before real contours “pink wave” begin to to develop, absolutely into women dominates all harden distinct are going lines to have to things politics. trend heading turn out. this election will into the There are Unless, indicators essentially be fall. of course, they might.

Women a referendum President Trump rallies have on his first two becomes so been well unpredictattended years.” able that this winter 2018 and spring becomes the twin of across Indiana protesting school shootings and the 2016. It’s too early to tell whether that will be the migrant child separation case. issues.

It’s interesting that in BRIAN HOWEY is publisher the Quinnipiac poll, the of Howey Politics Indiana partisan makeup was 25 at howeypolitics.com. Find percent Republican, 31 him on Facebook and percent Democrat and Twitter @hwypol.

38 percent independent.

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One year ago Kent Lundy began his role as pastor of Churubusco United Methodist Church — wearing to important hats.

Lundy was also serving the country as the chaplain for the 122nd Fighter Wing in Fort Wayne.

The town was planning for the fourth annual Churubusco Block Party, which would feature a free concert, vendors and merchants and a variety of foods.

Churubusco’s McDonald’s lobby was renovated and a grand opening ceremony was held with community leaders.

South Whitley doctor James Hanus was arrested for six counts: four counts of dealing a controlled substance, and two counts of dealing a controlled substance by a practitioner.

The Churubusco archery team competed at the NASP archery state finals at Pinehill Archery Club in Danville.

Churubusco Elementary school qualified a team, the first in program history, as well as Churubusco Junior Ben Geise.

10 years ago Keith and Deidre Bair celebrated their 40th wedding

KPC NEWS SERVICE The following individuals were arrested and booked in the Whitley County Jail: Roosevelt Riley, 41, of Fort Wayne, was arrested July 21 by the Indiana State Police, charged with OWI per se and OWI. Zachary Anderson, 26, of Milford, Ind., was arrested July 21 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, charged with OWI – controlled substance.

Bradley Chivington, 32, of Columbia City, was arrested July 22 for a body attachment (civil matter).

Trentin Garwood, 26,

anniversary.

Paul Liggett, Bryan Brudi and Brandon Hiatt participated in the first ever East versus West All-Star game, sponsored by the Indiana High School Baseball Coaches Association.

Mark Womack was honored for 25 years in the sports information profession

by CoSIDA, the College Sports Information Directors of America.

15 years ago A burglary suspect was in the hospital suffering bullet wounds after a rural Churubusco resident, who was alerted by his home security system, shot the intruder twice at point blank range in the kitchen of his home.

David and Laramie Resler celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary.

Stephen and Beverly Carter celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.

Christina and Gabe VanEvery announced the birth of their daughter, Samantha Lynn.

At its annual election of officers, members of the Board of Directors of Whitley County Junior Miss selected Denice Spencer as chairman of the board. Also

of South Whitley, was arrested July 22 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, charged with domestic battery.

Keeley Garwood, 25, of South Whitley, was arrested July 22 by the South Whitley Police Department, charged with domestic battery.

Michael Thomas, 25, of Warsaw, was arrested July 22 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, charged with possession of paraphernalia.

Nathan Hunt, 38, of Columbia City, was arrested July 22 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, charged with

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elected was Ann Rentschler and Stephanie Bollinger.

Curt and Dawn Schenher announced the birth of a son, Jakob Stanley.

25 years ago Smith-Green Community Schools was coming up with a procedure for parents requesting teachers for their children. Elementary Principal May Chandler said there was a dramatic increase in the number of people requesting their children not have a specific teacher.

Chad Egolf showed the grand champion Holstein at the Whitley County 4-H Fair’s dairy show. Sarah Rosentrader received champion in many projects, including: wildlife intermediate birds, entomology division 7, weeds division 3 and cats division 7. She also received reserve grand champion in veterinary science division 3.

Over $17,000 in funds was given to Churubusco Elementary School by the Parent Teacher Association for various items, such as playground equipment, pea gravel for the playground, a learning lab, the library, a laminating machine and computer technology.

Roger McEowen was

named assistant professor of agricultural law and extension specialist at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas.

Ty and Trinna Keener announced the birth of their first child, Bailey Lynn.

Kriders’ Meats in Columbia City offered several “budget bundles” of meat. One could purchase nine pounds of ground beef, nine pounds of bacon, nine pounds of chicken quarters, nine pounds of boneless chuck roast, nine pounds of cube steak and nine pounds of pork steak for a total of $88.95.

50 years ago Funeral services were held for father-son victims of a light plane crash in Churubusco. The double tragedy happened as the father, Robert Fuller, was en route to Indianapolis to see his granddaughter. His son, Mark, age 12, rode along and was also killed in the crash.

The proposed 1969 budget for Whitley County offices carried a levy of $1.466, which would be a boost of 3.6 cents over the rate payable in 1968.

Work on the budget for the next year was completed

by County Auditor Lee

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theft and impersonation of a public servant.

Ryan Tarlton, 32, of Albion, was arrested July 23 by the Indiana State Police, charged with battery causing bodily injury.

Howard Sparks, 43, of Albion, was arrested July 23 by the Whitley County Sheriff’ Department, charged with failure to comply and bond revocation order.

Camden Dutton, 24, of Warsaw, was arrested July 24 for a body attachment (civil matter).

Dustin Foreman, 37, of Columbia City, was arrested July 24 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s

Department, charged with violation of suspended sentence.

James Wetzel, 36, of Fort Wayne, was arrested July 25 by the South Whitley Police Department, charged with his second DWS. Nicole Auron, 28, of Chicago Heights, Ill., was arrested July 26 by the Columbia City Police Department, charged with OWI per se – controlled substance, OWI – controlled substance, possession of paraphernalia and possession of marijuana.

Alonzo Truitt, 37, of Fort Wayne, was

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Whitley County Dress Revue winners posed for a photo. From left: Jeannine Western, Jo Williams, Barbara Beard, Judy Myers, Nancy Wagner and Jennie McBride. All were entered in the State Fair dress revue.

Shoemaker.

Winners in animal classes at the Whitley County 4-H Fair included Dave Johnson, Gary Bonar, Dale Zeigler, Jerry Green, Brad Shively, Terry Geiger, Byron Shively, Mark Bonar, Scott Anderson and Dianna Anderson.

Seventy-five cents per pound was the price paid for the champion Hereford steer at the Whitley County Fair, totaling $727.50 for the 970-pound animal.

A group of 14 people from Whitley County were inducted into military service: Lonnie Anderson, Anthony Smith, William Shull, David Duncan, Thomas Straub, Robert Knecht, Nicholas McDevitt, Edward Lovely, Ricky Whiteleather,

Timothy Wilkins, Michael Miller, Michael Coulter, Gerald LaRue and George Blackburn Jr. Al Cameron was named to the Churubusco Police force to take the place of former officer Allan Reeves.

Among 24 girls participating in silent demonstration contests at the Whitley County Fair, cash awards of $3, $2 and $1 went to the first three places in each category.

Bangs store offered back to school sales: 16 Crayola crayons were 29 cents, composition books were 88 cents for a package of three, 300 sheets of filler paper was 54 cents, eight Bic pens for $1 and boys sports socks were three for $1.

arrested July 26 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s Deparment, charged with violation of suspended sentence.

Richard Sills, 34, of Decatur, was arrested July 26 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, charged with invasion of privacy.

Thomas Smith, 54, of Columbia City, was arrested July 26 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, charged with leaving the scene of a property damage crash and criminal mischief.

Jessica Dion, 36, of Fort Wayne, was arrested July 26 by the Columbia City

Police Department, charged with theft.

Jeffery Reece, 41, of Pierceton, was arrested July 27 by the Indiana State Police, charged with possession of paraphernalia and possession of marijuana.

Richard Harpel, 33, of Garrett, Ind., was arrested July 27 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, charged with failure to return to lawful detention.

Travis Lepper, 27, Fort Wayne, was arrested July 27 by the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, charged with probation violation.

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Judy: Apply for an internship at the Statehouse CONTRIBUTED INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana House Republicans are now accepting internship applications for the 2019 legislative session, which begins in January.

State Rep. Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) said the House Republican Internship Program is a unique opportunity

for college students and graduates to participate in state government and gain valuable hands-on experience. This paid internship at the Indiana Statehouse in Indianapolis takes place during the spring semester and gives students the chance to work one-on-one with state legislators.

“I cannot think of a

better internship experience for college students and recent graduates who are interested in state government,” Judy said.

“Working through an entire legislative session offers a wide variety of unique opportunities.”

Internship positions are open to college sophomores, juniors and seniors, graduate

students, and recent graduates of all majors.

Students can apply for internships in a variety of areas, focusing on legislative, communications and media relations, policy or fiscal policy.

These are full-time positions, Monday through Friday, lasting from January through

April. In addition to biweekly compensation of $750, interns can earn academic credit through their college or university, and are eligible to apply for a competitive $3,000 scholarship to use toward undergraduate or graduate expenses.

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Alan H. Fox U.S. Veterans Transportation Fund announced CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — A new endowment fund is dedicated to helping provide local veterans with transportation to medical treatments and appointments.

The Alan H. Fox U.S. Veterans Transportation Fund will make it possible for any U.S. veteran residing in Whitley County

to get to the medical care of which they are all so deserving. This includes rides within the community, to Fort Wayne or even to Indianapolis.

The fund is managed by the Community Foundation of Whitley County.

The idea for the fund stemmed from a grant request made by Paul

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Allen wrote that the DAV was struggling to assist veterans who needed transportation to doctor appointments and medical treatments.

Remembering that Alan Fox had himself served our country in World War II, Foundation representatives shared the

existing need with him.

Through his generous gift, those who served in the past will be helped Fox as will those that are serving now and

in the future.

“It is a magnanimous gesture made from one who served to fellow military members.

When asked to protect our nation, America’s veterans answered the call. Through the establishment of this endowment, Alan Fox is making it a point to fulfill our nation’s promise to take care

of those who have served,” said September McConnell, Community Foundation CEO. The program will be carried out thorough a funding agreement with Whitley County Transit.

Local veterans needing transportation assistance to medical appointments are encouraged to call 248-8944 or (800) 290-1697.

Purdue Master Gardeners seeking new crop of volunteers CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — If you want to sharpen your gardening skills and you have an interest in sharing your knowledge with others, Purdue Extension has the ideal program for you.

Beginning Sept. 10, a Purdue Master Gardener “Basic Training” series will be offered for residents of Noble and Whitley counties. The Purdue Master Gardener program is a volunteer training program that provides a learning framework for participants to increase their knowledge on a wide variety of horticultural subjects. In turn, participants volunteer by teaching others while

representing Purdue University. As volunteers, participants grow as they share knowledge and provide leadership and service in educational gardening activities within their communities.

Training sessions will be held Monday evenings, 6-9 p.m. from Sept. 10 through Dec. 17. Participants will be exposed to a wide range of subjects including soil and plant science, diagnosis of plant problems, pesticide safety, and culture of vegetable, flower, landscape and fruit plants.

Classes for the bi-county training will be held at Merriam Christian Chapel, 3985 S. U.S. 33, Albion. The

church is approximately one mile northwest of the U.S. 33 and State Road 9 intersection in Merriam on U.S. 33.

“I think class participants will enjoy learning with people from our neighboring county and sharing ideas,” said John Woodmansee, extension educator in Whitley County.

Materials and expenses for the series of classes is $130 per participant. This expense fee covers such items as the Master Gardener student handbook, handouts, name badges and other materials. These materials all become part of the Master Gardener’s personal collection.

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While class participants will be encouraged to create new educational outreach programs, there are already many opportunities for which volunteers are needed.

The theme of the Master Gardener Program is “Helping Others Grow.”

If you’d like an application to join the league of volunteers or if you have questions about the program, give the extension office a call in Noble County at 636-2111 or in Whitley County at 244-7615. If you call and simply leave your name and address, we will send you detailed information about the class, including an application.

You may also stop by the Purdue Extension office in the Noble County South Complex located just south of Albion at 2090 N. State Road 9, or at the Whitley County office at 115 S. Line St. in Columbia City.

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Whitley 4-H Inc. received donation from local farm family CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — Whitley County farmer Tim Lamle of Lamle Family Farms directed a $2,500 donation to Whitley County 4-H Inc. as part of the America’s Farmers Grow Communities program, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund.

As part of their mission, Whitley County 4-H Inc. used the funds to help replace the well at the fairgrounds. “The donation from the Lamle family is greatly appreciated and gives us the much needed funds to replace the aging well

at the fairgrounds.” said, Jeff Geiger, Whitley County 4-H Inc. Board President.

Since the program began in 2010, the Grow Communities program has partnered with farmers to support nonprofit organizations important to them in their local communities.

The program has given more than $29 million to farming communities since its inception, including more than $3 million in 2018. Each year, farmers enter for a chance to direct a $2,500 donation to a

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Pictured from left are Cody Lamle, Annette Lamle, Tim Lamle, Jeff Geiger and Jared Lamle. Geiger is the president of the 4-H Inc. board.

nonprofit they care about in their community. The

organizations reflect the makeup and character of

rural America, including emergency response

organizations, schools, youth agriculture programs, food banks and many others.

“Farmers play a pivotal role in rural communities, and through their commitment to the Grow Communities program, we are able to provide the monetary support these nonprofit organizations need to make an impact,” said Al Mitchell, Monsanto Fund president. “We’re proud to play a part in helping these rural communities grow and thrive.”

Armstrong named Big Brother of the Year Agency puts on event to honor volunteers, announces Northeast Indiana’s Bigs of the Year CONTRIBUTED Sister of the Year, Big FORT WAYNE — “I Couple of the Year, School wouldn’t be where I am Buddy Big of the Year and today without him.”

Real Men Reader of the Logan has Year. The been Don winners were Armstrong’s selected “Little by a panel Brother” of judges in the Big based on the Brothers following Big Sisters criteria: program since match 2010. duration, At a number of recognition previous event held matches, recently, background Armstrong of youth, was named match CONTRIBUTED relationship, the Big Big Brother Don Brother of match achieveArmstrong and his the Year for ments, other “Little,” Logan. northeast involvement Indiana. with the agency, Since the pair were cooperation with match matched, Logan has seen support and an overall view a boost in his confidence of the match. and grades. It was discovBesides Armstrong, other ered Logan’s learning style recipients were: required more hands-on Big Sister of the Year instruction, and Armstrong Barbara Wolf and Little suggested Logan might Sister Carmen, Noble benefit from an alternative County, Matched since 2008 setting school.

Since the transition, Logan’s grades are up and he is on track to graduate high school.

Logan considers Big Brother Armstrong as his family and enjoys when they simply spend time together.

“Don is the best,” he said.

Several other volunteers were recognized at the July 12 event, with over 300 individuals attending a recognition dinner in Fort Wayne.

In addition to hosting a 1950’s themed dinner for its Bigs and Littles, BBBSNEI recognized the service anniversaries of those who have volunteered for 1, 5, 10 and 45 years. Long time Big Brother, Buford Baker, celebrated 45 years as a volunteer for BBBS, since 1973.

The agency also announced the recipients of awards for excellence in volunteerism in several program categories: Big Brother of the Year, Big

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Big Couple of the Year Troy and Michelle Hartman and Little Sister Shawnna, Huntington County, Matched since 2008 School Buddy Big of the Year Kathy Pargmann and Little Sister Mackenzie, Allen County, Matched since 2013 Real Mean Reader of the Year Bob Walters, Allen County, Reading since 2009 2018 BOTY Nominees: Big Brother of the Year Nominees: · Art Augspurger, Matched since 2011, Allen County · Kevin Logan, Matched since 2009, Allen County · Terry Pargmann, Matched since 2015, Allen County · Donnevin Wolfe, Matched since 2013, Allen County Big Sister of the Year Nominees: · Dea Banks, Matched since 2014, Allen County · Deborah Blinn, Matched since 2008, Allen County

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· Jeanette Buchanan, Matched since 2009, Kosciusko County · Lauren Caggiano, Matched since 2012, Allen County · Pamela Martin-Diaz, Matched since 2009, Allen County · Domini Martin-Urban, Matched since 2013, Allen County Big Couple of the Year Nominees: · Francisco and Julie Townsend, Matched since 2009, Allen County

· Sheila and Justin Diehl, Matched since 2012, Noble County · Edmund and Terry Stuczynski, Matched since 2012, Allen County · Nick and Katherine Avery, Matched since 2015, Allen County School Buddy Big of the Year Nominees: · Billy Davenport, Matched since 2016, Allen County · Jeff Dryer, Matched since 2014, Kosciusko County

· Donna Fisher, Matched since 2014, Kosciusko County Real Men Reader of the Year Nominees: · Zeke Bryant, Matched since 2009, Allen County · Cory Dietz, Matched since 2010, Allen County · Steve Hays, Matched since 2009, Allen County · Thom Johnston, Matched since 2009, Allen County · William Smith, Reading since 2009, Allen County

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Coming soon: ’Busco vs. CC football

BY TRAVIS STAHL

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CHURUBUSCO — Churubusco and Columbia City are separated by 10 miles of State Road 205.

The students in Columbia City High School and Churubusco high school know each other well, just based on the proximity of the schools.

But they also get to see each other on the athletic fields as well, as the two schools play each other in every sport ... except football. That changes

in the fall of 2021 when ’Busco and Columbia City will meet on the football field for the first time.

“I’m excited about it,” said Churubusco head coach Paul Sade. “I give coach (Brett) Fox all the credit. He contacted us a couple of years ago.”

Columbia City head coach Brett Fox initially got the ball rolling by talking to Whitley County Consolidated Schools athletic director Khelli Leitch, and Sade was the AD at ’Busco at

the time. Churubusco was getting ready to go through another conference rearrangement that would see the Northeast Corner Conference again divided into two divisions.

That gave the school the ability to add an opponent to its schedule for week one in upcoming years and presented as the perfect time to add Columbia City.

While ’Busco is adding CC, to do so it is losing another county rival in Whitko. But, as Sade stated, ’Busco and

Whitko have been in the same sectional for football the last few years and have started facing each other in the postseason.

So the possibility of playing Whitko is still there on a yearly basis.

This new schedule allows Churubusco to continue to play conference rivals Garrett, Fairfield and Lakeland outside of their division.

With the new Columbia City High School under construction comes a new football field. The

Churubusco-CC match will be the first game of the 2021 season and should bring lots of excitement.

“We will have some big games early in the season and I think that is good for us,” said Sade.

Churubusco and Columbia City have been on the football field together, just not in a game.

The two teams have seen each other in seven-onseven competitions and in the past the three county schools have held linemen challenges where the teams

do some drills together.

Stepping on to the field for real will bring a whole new level of excitement to players and fans.

This year will be the last time that Columbia City and Whitko face each other on the football field. The Wildcats had a change to their conference scheduling that required them to lose one non-conference game. Adding ‘Busco in the near future will bring about a new Eel River Rivalry for Columbia City.

Local softball players in Little League World Series

BY TRAVIS STAHL

for KPC News service

WHITLEY COUNTY — Good teams will lose a game, be upset for awhile, and move on. Great teams suffer a loss, learn as much as possible from it and find a way to get further next time.

One local softball team is showing the competition why they should be considered a great team.

After near losses the last couple of seasons, the District 10 All Stars softball team is now advancing to the Little League Softball Senior Softball World Series. The team, featuring three Whitley County players, now travels to Delaware for the World Series which concludes Aug. 5.

Churubusco’s Madison Simmons and Kurstin Clark, as well as Columbia City’s Hayley Urban, help lead the way for the All Stars which feature players from Central Noble, Homestead, Leo and Snider.

Simmons is a catcher for the team. Clark is an

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Two Whitley County players, Hayley Urban (Columbia City) and Madison Simmons (Churubusco), pose for a photo.

Also on the team from Churubusco is Kurstin Clark.

outfielder and Urban plays third base for the All Stars.

Most of the girls on the team have been together for three years. They remember losing out three years ago in the state finals in extra innings. Then losing last year by one run in the regional championship

game. But now, the team has taken those experiences and put them to good use.

Two weeks ago the team beat the girls from Elkhart to win the state title. The All Stars followed that state championship up by winning the regional crown against teams from

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The all-star softball team out of Fort Wayne features two players from Churubusco, one from Columbia City and another from Central Noble. There are also four players from Homestead, three from Leo and one from Snider.

Michigan, Illinois, Missouri and Iowa in some intense games. Now the girls face competition from around the world. As Central champs, the team finds itself in a pool with Canada, Europe-Africa, Southwest and West. But there are also teams from Latin America

and Asia at the tournament.

The first game for the All Stars was against a team from Hawaii which won the West division. Then they face the Southeast Champ followed by the team from Canada.

Girls on the team range in age from 13-16.

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Murphy gets another shot with Bengals

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camp, where the wide out will have another opportunity to fulfill his dream of playing in the National Football League.

The Bengals signed the college free agent July 25 for training camp, which began last week.

Murphy caught 158 receptions for

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CINCINNATI — Former Columbia City and Miami University wide receiver Jared Murphy received a phone call this week that was much anticipated. The Cincinnati Bengals contacted Murphy and invited him to the team’s training

2,083 yards and 13 touchdowns in his career with the RedSkins and still holds records at Columbia City for the most receiving yards in a season and in a career.

Murphy worked out for the Bengals earlier in the spring but wasn’t given a spot with the team. With quickness in and out of routes,

Murphy has trained to be a precise route runner that an NFL quarterback can rely on to work open.

The Bengals training camp is held at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati. The team will play its first preseason game Aug. 9 when they host the Chicago Bears.

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Whitko athletics shuffling with campus changes

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SOUTH WHITLEY — There has been a lot in the news recently about the decision by Whitko Community Schools to consolidate the middle school and high school at the current high school campus in South Whitley.

With such a move comes a lot of changes.

Bus routes have to be reorganized, some teachers may have to move to a new classroom and the lunch schedule needs adjusted to accommodate more kids. There are some plans though that have already been ironed out as the changes to athletic programs have already been put in place.

Whitko Athletic Director Josh Mohr

oversaw the combination of the middle and high school programs.

Not only did the change have some affect when it came to scheduling games, but Mohr had to put together the puzzle for finding places for the teams to practice as well.

So far, Mohr says the new process is working fine.

“We have enough space. With the numbers we have, we should be fine,” said Mohr. “We just have to do what’s best for the kids and the programs.”

Last summer Whitko prepared a field for the soccer teams adjacent to the varsity and junior varsity football practice area. Those soccer fields will provide plenty of room for two teams to practice at once. Plus,

Mohr said they can still utilize the outfield of the baseball field if necessary, which might be the case now that the middle school football teams will need a spot to practice.

Mohr said he did run in to a couple of scheduling conflicts for volleyball. Whitko has the main gym and the auxiliary gym, which can be used for practices.

But with middle school volleyball needing the floor of the main gym for games now, the gym at South Whitley Elementary might have to be used for more practice time also.

The cross country teams will continue to practice and have meets at the middle school. Sixth-grade runners who are now

in the elementary buildings at Pierceton and South Whitley will be transported up to the middle school for practice. The same holds true for sixth graders who are playing football, they will be transported to the high school campus for practice.

“It’s a work in progress,” said Mohr.

“We’re going to adjust as we go for those things we didn’t see coming.”

Mohr added that there is one benefit for the younger athletes who will now be at the high school. The middle school players now have the opportunity to see what a varsity practice looks like. It also gives them more of a chance to interact with the older players and build some relationships that can be

supportive both on and off the field.

Practices for all fall sports began at the end of July. Girls golf begins playing in meets first, but

all other sports are quick to follow. Volleyball, football, soccer and cross country all see their first game action in the middle of August.

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Whitley County 4-H Fair results KPC NEWS SERVICE COLUMBIA CITY — The following are some results from the 2018 Whitley County 4-H Fair.

See more in upcoming editions.

PETS Champion: Evan Stresman Blue Honor: Dayra Fry Blue Honor: Jacob Westerberg

PARADE Walking unit division 1st: Etna Troy Hustlers 2nd: Mini 4-H Non-float division 1st: Bicycle 2nd: Horse & Pony Float division 1st: Columbia Peaches 2nd: Smith Worker Bees 3rd: Etna Troy Willing Hearts 4th: Thorncreek Sons of the soil 5th: Cleveland Showmen

TRACTOR DRIVING Jr. Tractor 1st: Lukas Classon 2nd: Trevor Clawson 3rd: Jake Keily 4th: Kyle Porter Zero-Turn Lawn & Garden 1st: Kyle Porter Jr. Lawn & Garden Tractor 1st: Christopher Oliver 2nd: Christopher Zorger 3rd: Timothy Zorger

ADULT OPEN SHOW People’s choice: Richard Hess Baked goods

Division winner: Joyce Berry Cakes: Chris Bentley; Ema Lou Rose honorable mention Pies: Carol Ness Cookies: Marilyn Hull; Ginny Faulkner honorable mention Quick Bread: Ginny Faulkner Muffins: Sharon Hesting; Melissa Bollinger, honorable mention Fancy Yeast: Joyce Berry Snacks: Joyce Berry Food preservation Division winner: Sharon Kneller Jams and Jellies: Melissa Bollinger Canned Meats: Shannon Ramsey Fruits & Tomatoes: Miranda Shearer Sewing Division winner: Rhiannon Cormany Miscellaneous: Rhiannon Cormany; Connie Forrester, honorable mention Needlework Division winner: Jann Johnson Counted Cross Stitch: Jann Johnson; Alayne Johnson, honorable mention Crochet: Shannon Ramsey; Carlene Weirick, honorable mention Crafts Division winner: Richard Hess Caning: Beverly Yingst Christmas Ornament: Val Slack; Melanie Dahms, honorable mention Decorated Clothing: Sharon Hesting Floral Crafts: Melanie Dahms Scrapbooking: Val Slack Stamping: Val Slack; Connie Forrester honorable mention

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Lemon-icious winners were, from left: Belle Bridge, Joyce Berry, Melanie Dahms, Ada Mae Reman, Rhiannon Cormany and Doris Boggs.

Woodworking: Richard Hess; Vic Trowbridge, honorable mention Wreath: Judy Hart Miscellaneous: Dennis Oliver Fine arts Division winner: Joni Walker Water Color Painting: Joni Walker; Marilyn Wilson honorable mention Oil Painting: Renee Erickson; Donna Targgart, honorable mention Acrylic Painting: Yvette Palmer Photography Division winner: Gia Parker Color: Gia Parker; Elaine Langston honorable mention Black and White: Alicia Clark, Val Slack honorable mention Miscellaneous: Margaret Gilbert; Val Slack honorable mention Quilting Division winner: Barb Bratt Small patchwork: Janet Vesa Miscellaneous: Barb Bratt; Diana Raver honorable mention Herbs Division winner: Judy Rhoads Fresh: Judy Rhoads

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Antique tractors were one of many exhibits at the 4-H fair last month.

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See upcoming editions of our newspaper for more results from the Whitley County 4-H Fair.

Thomas Adult Cat: Intermediate Champion: Kaylynn Boggess Reserve: Colby Sproles Cat Demonstration: Junior Champion: Hannah Thomas Reserve: Brenden Wooley Cat Demonstration: Intermediate Champion: Laketon Pfeiffer Reserve: Lainey Wooley Cat Costume: Junior Champion: Alecia Hursey Reserve: Jozelyn Alman Cat Costume: Intermediate Champion: Dayra Fry Reserve: Kaylynn Boggess Junior Showmanship Champion: Hannah Thomas

Reserve: Alecia Hursey Intermediate Showmanship Champion: Lainey Wooley Reserve: Alecia Hursey DOG Class 1A Champion: Isabella VonSeggern Reserve: Bailey Shidler 1st: Christopher Oliver Class 1B Champion: Zane Bray Reserve: Mackenzie Miller Class 2A Champion: Justin Garcia Reserve: Emma Johnson 1st: Samantha Saffron Class 2B Champion: Jacob Kiely Class 3A Champion: Jacob Kiely High score in trial: Justin Garcia

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KPC NEWS SERVICE COLUMBIA CITY — The last full month of summer break came to a close last month. With only two weeks left until most area schools are back in session, we asked our Facebook followers what they did this summer.

Here are several photos submitted by you — see more on the IN|Whitley County Facebook page.

Bo, Marissa, Levi, Lauren and Landrie Sallee vacationing in Gulf Shores, Ala.

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Community Calendar 2. August

• One-day book sale: at Peabody Public Library is 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Proceeds benefit the library and library programs.

3. August

• Rummage sale: is 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the West Point Church, 4980 N. Etna Rd., Columbia City. The sale is benefitting Red Bird Mission.

• 2018 Great Boat Float: Whitley County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center challenges local businesses and nonprofits to create their own floats that look like boats and can be moved by a team of four through downtown Columbia City during First Friday. Floats will be paraded through the downtown at 7 p.m. with a race after, and the winner receiving a prize. Team registration is $100, including a shirt for each participant. The winning race float will receive a $100 Chamber Bucks prize. The most creative float will also win a prize. Deadline to register is July 27 at noon. For registration forms and boat guidelines, contact the Chamber at (260) 248-8131 or email office@whitleychamber.com.

4. August

• Karaoke at the American Legion Post 157: starts at 7 p.m. at 157 N. Main St., Churubusco. The kitchen will be open and the event is open to the public.

• Onion Days 5K Run/Walk: begins at 9 a.m. in the Wolf Lake Park, 3828 West Noble St., Wolf Lake.

For information and sign-ups, visit runsignup.com.

Mail-in registration forms can be picked up at the WL Post Office. Race day registration and check-in begins at 8 a.m. in the park. Preregistration ensures a T-shirt. Race day registration T-shirts are first-come, first-served, sizes not guaranteed. Top male and female will be awarded, as well as in each age group.

• Rummage sale: is 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the West Point Church, 4980 N. Etna Rd., Columbia City. The sale is benefitting Red Bird Mission.

• Paint & Pastries: is 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the South Whitley Community Public Library. This month’s project is “Harvest,” a fall-themed painting depicting a subtle glimpse at the coming fall. Artists of all ages and skill levels may participate in the program, but an adult must accompany children under the age of 12. Program fee is $10. Register for the program at the library desk or call (260) 723-5321 for information.

• Homemade ice cream social: at St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church, at the corner of S.R. 9 and County Road 500 North, is 4-7 p.m. Nine flavors of homemade ice cream will be served along with sandwiches, chips, drinks and desserts. Free-will donations will be accepted.

• Swick & Jones: Churubusco Public Library presents Swick & Jones at 7 p.m. as part of the 2018 Summer Concert Series. Free, outdoor concerts, weather permitting, are made possible by the Community Foundation of Whitley County.

• Cruise in to support Junior Achievement: at a free, family-friendly car show. Gates open at 8 a.m. downtown at the Columbia City Courthouse. Show registration closes at 10 a.m. with judging ending at noon and trophies awarded at 1 p.m. The gate entrance is located at 201 N. Line St., Columbia City. Registration is $15 at the gate; $10 if pre-registered by July 27. All proceeds benefit Whitley County Junior Achievement students. For vendor requests, booth space is $20 for a non-profit organizations and $25 for others. For more information, contact Julie Copeland at julie.copeland@superioressex.com or call (260) 609-6039.

7. August

• Brownies & Building: in the teen department of the South Whitley Public Library is at 4 p.m.

Summer is over but school year fun at the library is just beginning. The library invites teens to join for brownies and teamwork to build circuits.

• Whitley County Conservation Day Camp: is a fun and exciting way to get your kids outside this summer.

The camp costs $10 per child, ages 9 to 13, and is from 9:15 a.m.-2:30 p.m., lunch provided, at Camp Whitley. Kids will shoot skeet, archery, build a bird house, play games, see different kinds of reptiles and

go swimming. Call Nadean Lamle at (260) 244-6266 ext. 101 or email nadean.lamle@in.nacdnet.net to register your children.

• “Preserving Nature’s Bounty” workshop: the Purdue Extension Service in Whitley County will be conducting workshops to discuss safe home food preservation procedures and to answer the frequently asked questions on canning, freezing, and drying foods from 1-3 p.m. or 6-8 p.m. at the Purdue Extension – Whitley County Office. Reservations due by Aug. 3.

To register, call (260) 244-7615 or (260) 625-3313.

The cost is $3/person, payable at the door. For more information, contact Cindy Barnett, Extension Educator, cbarnett@purdue.edu or visit the website, extension.purdue.edu

10. August

• California Dreamin’: Churubusco Public Library presents California Dreamin’ at 6:30 p.m. as part of the Summer Concert Series, free, outdoor concerts, weather permitting, made possible by the Community Foundation of Whitley County.

11. August

• Haystacks & sundaes: West Point Church is hosting haystacks & sundaes from 4-7 p.m. at 4980 N. Etna Rd., Columbia City. The event is benefitting boomerang backpacks.

• Author Reading: South Whitley Native Julia Fricke Robinson, author of “All I Know,” a memoir of growing up in South Whitley, will be hosting a book reading at the South Whitley Public Library at 2 p.m.

Robinson will be reading an excerpt from her book and sharing memories of her childhood.

15. August

• Indiana’s Underground Railroad: Slaves in mid-19th century found their freedom by escaping to northern states or Canada via the Underground Railroad, a network of citizens and communities who banded together to help them along their journey.

Every Indiana community has history — sometimes verified, sometimes oral — regarding the role it or its citizens played in the Underground Railroad. Hear about Indiana’s role in the Underground Railroad from Jeannie Regan-Dinius from the Indiana Department of Historic Preservation at the South Whitley Public Library at 6 p.m.

18. August

• Church Garage Sale: Fellowship of Wesley Chapel UMC is having a garage sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in the church fellowship hall, 13733 Wesley Chapel Rd., Churubusco. The building is handicap-accessible and climate controlled. Many families will be selling their items at individual booths. The United Methodist Women will have a bake sale table and a concession stand will be open with snacks. For information on renting a space, contact Tammy at aunt46723@yahoo. com.

• Jen & the Foggy Creek Band: Churubusco Public Library presents Jen & the Foggy Creek Band at 1 p.m. as part of the 2018 Summer Concert Series, free, outdoor concerts, weather permitting, made possible by the Community Foundation of Whitley County.

• 4th Annual Churubusco Public Library Fine Arts Festival: will be from noon-6 p.m. on Line Street, right beside the block party. Jen & the Foggy Creek Band performs from 1-3 p.m., there also may be a food vendor, and art for sale. Vendor applications are available on the library website and are currently being accepted.

21. August

• STEM Challenge: The South Whitley Public Library invites teens to come and try their hand at programming Dash the robot to make it speak and move at 4 p.m.

23. August

• Red Cross Blood Drive: from 1:30-6:30 p.m.

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is at Faith Lutheran Church, 9251 E. SR 205, Churubusco.

• TROY School benefit: A concertn and dinner buffet for TROY School to benefit student scholarships is at C2G Music Hall, 323 W. Baker St., Fort Wayne. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Featured musicians, Columbia City’s Ann Stapel-kalat, Oferle, Davis Todoran and the Hubie Ashcroft Band will play. Tickets are $125; purchase online at troyalternativeschool.com. Reservations are limited.

24. August

• Laud Community Garage Sale: from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., is on south State Road 9 between state roads 14 and 114, and is expecting 15 or more sales. Laud Christian Church will provide food and drinks to purchase, as well as a bake sale.

Bathrooms are available at the church.

25. August

• California Dreamin’: Churubusco Public Library presents California Dreamin’ at 7 p.m. as part of the 2018 Summer Concert Series, free, outdoor concerts, weather permitting, made possible by the Community Foundation of Whitley County.

22. September

• 4th Annual Lord’s Acre Festival: will be hosted at Etna United Methodist Church, 4255 W. 750 N. Food booths by local churches and the parade begin at 11 a.m., opening ceremony at 11:30 a.m., entertainment from noon-1 p.m. and 3-5 p.m. with a community auction from 1-3 p.m. and silent auction from 12:30-4:30 p.m. All proceeds go to the Boomerang Backpacks program for Little Turtle and Northern Heights elementary schools.

Ongoing • Multi-County Medical Outreach Clinic: is a free clinic at 524 Branch Ct., Columbia City, open Thursday afternoons from 1-5 p.m., except the fifth Thursdays of the month. The clinic serves noninsured or underinsured on a first-come-firstserve basis. Donations are accepted.

• The Churubusco Lions Club: meets every second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Papa’s Place at 6:30 p.m.

• The Whitley County Farmers Market: is every Saturday from May through October, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on the Whitley County Courthouse Square. Meet local farmers and artisans for homegrown, homemade products. There are over 50 vendors, local produce, plants, and local artists.

• AA and Al-Anon meetings: Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. at the Churubusco Methodist Church.

• A support group for families: of children with special needs meets 3-5 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month at Choices & Changes, 360 N. Oak St., Columbia City. For more information, contact Chris Garau at (260) 255-0708 or Chirsty Garau at (260) 255-0707.

• C3 Youth Group: meets with youth pastor Brad Milikan 6-7:30 p.m. Sunday at Christ Community Church, 316 N. Main St. in Churubusco. Students grade 6-12 are welcome to join.

• Churubusco United Methodist Nursery School: is accepting registration for the 2018-2019 school year. Children should be 3, 4 or 5 by Aug. 1.

Enrollment is $50 and monthly fees will be $80 for the three-day program (Monday, Wednesday, Friday). Morning sessions are 9-11:30 a.m.

Afternoon sessions are 12:30-3 p.m. For more information, call the office at (260) 693-2154.

• VFW Post 5582 hosts a fish fry: the first and third Fridays of each month, 5-6:30 p.m. The post is located at 415 E. Chicago St., Columbia City.

• Faith Christian Academy: continues to accept registrations for the 2018-2019 school year. There are classes from preschool through 8th grade, with all-day kindergarten. Visit faithchristianwc.com for more information and to send in an application online, or call 248-4872 with questions. FCA is Whitley County’s only faith-based school.

• Family story times at Peabody Public Library: Peabody Public Library hosts family story time on Fridays at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Department at the library. All ages are welcome to attend and participate.

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Northeast Purdue Ag Center field day features wide range of topics CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — Purdue Extension will host a field day for farmers and agribusiness professionals highlighting research projects being done at

the Northeast Purdue Agricultural Center.

The field day will be held Aug. 23 at the center, 4821 E. C.R. 400 S, Columbia City.

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by Purdue Extension experts. Workshop topics and presenters include: • Soil fertility issues with corn and soybean production: Jim Camberato, professor of agronomy • Weed management update: Bill Johnson, professor of botany and plant pathology • Corn update and looking to harvest: Robert Nielsen, professor of agronomy • Soybean update: Shaun Casteel, associate professor of agronomy

• Mini bulk regulations: Elysia Rodgers, Purdue Extension Educator • NEPAC research plot update: Tom Richards, NEPAC farm In the afternoon, participants will have the optional opportunities for self-guided research plot tours, view an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, UAV, demonstration and discussion, and/or participate in health education and screenings offered

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Participants can receive private applicator

recertification program credit for $10. Commercial applicator and crop adviser credits will be available.

The event will run 8 a.m.-2 p.m., with lunch provided.

Admission is free, but registration is required to receive a meal.

Event sponsors include Indiana Corn Marketing Council, Indiana Soybean Alliance, Ag Plus Inc., Agro-Chem, Beacon Ag Group, E.F. Rhoades & Sons Inc., Redline Equipment, Schlipf Precision Ag Inc. and Troxel Equipment.

Visit vendor booths and displays at field day for more information.

To sign up, contact the Whitley County Extension Office at 244-7615 and leave your name and phone number by Aug. 17. If you require auxiliary aids and services due to a disability, or have a special dietary need, contact the office by Aug. 9 at 244-7615.

For more information, visit the Purdue Extension Whitley County website, extension.purdue.edu/ whitley.

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