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WHITLEY COUNTY — Domestic violence, domestic battery, rape, sexual battery and sexual assault crimes are the most problematic crimes to prosecute and the most dangerous situations for police officers in the field, officials say.

These crimes are not only destructive to the lives of the victim and the abuser, but also frustrating for prosecutors and officers.

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COLUMBIA CITY — After more than 20 years of serving the citizens of Columbia City, Police Chief Tony Hively will call “off-duty” for the final time next week.

Hively has served as a patrolman, sergeant,

detective, captain and most recently as chief of the 20-officer department.

“He’s been a really great chief,” said Columbia City Mayor Ryan Daniel. “I hate to see him go.”

Daniel said Hively has been a “change

agent” for the department, bringing back the K-9 program and expanding it, taking the dispatch department under his wing and continuing the school resource officer program, which was started by his predecessor, Tim Longenbaugh.

“Tony is focused on doing the right things for the right reasons,” Hively Daniel said.

“When i shifted from Tim to Tony, I wasn’t sure what to expect

— he surpassed my expectations.”

Hively’s dedication to the Columbia City community and to the nation is highly commendable.

Not only has Hively served as the leader of the local police department, he serves the highest role in the U.S. Army Reserves as SEE CCPD, PAGE 3

Making a splash Hundreds turn out for opening day of new aquatics center

BY NICOLE MINIER

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COLUMBIA CITY — “This is a place where families, people, can come together and be together.

It’s not only a Columbia City facility. It’s not only a Whitley County facility. It is a northeast Indiana regional facility and you can all be very proud of that.”

Columbia City Mayor Ryan Daniel was one of many speakers at the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of the Russel & Evelyn Fahl Aquatics Center in Columbia Daniel City on Saturday — an exciting event for all in attendance.

“This truly is a historic day in Columbia City,”

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Those in attendance of the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Russel & Evelyn Fahl Aquatics Center celebrate after Pam McCoy, daughter of the Fahls, cut the ribbon.

Daniel said. “The reason this facility is here is because of you and your excitement, and the donors who have been a part of it.

“To everyone who has worked so hard, to everyone who has made a difference to this facility — I say ‘thank you’ — our community says ‘thank you.’”

Sixty years ago in the same location, Columbia City opened Burnworth Memorial Pool. In recent years, the pool became a burden on the city’s tax

dollars. It was in poor condition and in need of expensive repairs. Planning for the new facility began in 2013, and Burnworth pool closed for good in 2016.

When Mayor Daniel first took office in 2011, he had different thoughts about the future of aquatics in Columbia City. But local residents had something else to say about that.

“I thought we should just close it and be out of the SEE POOL, PAGE 4

A detective and an artist Mike Christie creates Old Settlers postcards

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COLUMBIA CITY — Mike Christie has been in law enforcement for 40 years and working for Whitley County for 30 years. He is currently Whitley County’s prosecuting investigator.

What some may not know — he is also an artist.

One of the annual traditions of Old Settlers

Day is the creation of a caricature of the Old Settlers Day president, provided as a free postcard during the festivities. Marilyn Kimble worked as the artist for a number of years before Christie took over.

Christie grew up in an artistic and creative family of six. Past projects include working with pencil, paint, slab

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art, wood carving and sculptures. As a longtime resident of the area, he knew about the post cards and made known his interest in becoming a part of the tradition.

When Kimble stepped down after 1999, Christie was offered the role of Old Settlers Day postcard artist. His first drawing was of Jim Fleck in 2000.

He has continued the postcard tradition, depicting the current Old Settlers Day president.

Christie typically has the president choose a theme for the postcard caricature, such as one of the president’s hobbies or occupation. This year’s president, Ralph Bailey, was a longtime educator and area school superin-

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Mike Christie is pictured with some of the caricatures he’s created over the past 18 years.

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Creativity is usually a means of stress relief for Christie. However, the Old Settlers Day postcard always carries a bit of anxiety for him.

“I am not a caricature artist and had never drawn caricatures before the postcards. I don’t exaggerate their features, but still depict them sort

of cartoonlike,” said Christie.

When he isn’t drawing the Old Settlers Day postcard, he enjoys working on art or another hobby in his basement, which he plans to do into retirement.

This year marked Christie’s 19th Old Settlers Day president caricature.

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‘The biggest skill that I have gained through 4-H has been leadership’ A Q&A with 10-year member Justin Johnson KPC NEWS SERVICE How many years have you been in 4-H? Ten years in regular plus three years of mini.

What projects do you take?

I currently take Bicycle, Johnson Forestry, Woodworking, Swine, Geology, Junior Leaders, Soil & Water Science and Poultry (turkeys); having taken the first four all 10 years. I have also taken Electric, Arts & Crafts, Microwave, Shooting Sports and BBQ/Grilling.

What is your favorite project, and why?

Woodworking has always been my favorite project because it has taught me so many new skills and given me a hobby to enjoy for the rest of my life. It is also one project that I could always get creative with and build whatever I needed or wanted.

What have you gained as a person by being in 4-H?

The biggest skill that I have gained through 4-H has been leadership. Being president of four different clubs, youth representative to 4-H Inc., and Pork Ambassador has its responsibilities. Along with leadership, I have improved my skills of responsibility, record-keeping, time management and collaboration.

These will all be very beneficial to me in college and in my future career.

What is your favorite part of the fair?

Ice cream! Although I suppose that one is a little overused. I really enjoy spending time with friends and family and getting the feeling of involvement in the community. I also enjoy getting to see all the hard work, not just on projects, but also on preparing for fair, come together.

What is your advice for first-year 4-H’ers?

Try new things and always stay involved. For your first couple of years try a few different projects until you find the ones that fit you best. Those don’t necessarily

have to be projects that you’re successful at. The whole point of 4-H is to learn, not to compete, so if you enjoy something, and are learning from it, you have already won.

How many hours total do you think you’ve put into 4-H — including meetings, working on projects, working with animals, etc.?

Too many to count! I have no idea but I do have at least two meetings a month all year-round and those just multiply the closer we get to fair. All of my projects take a lot of time to work on them, especially woodworking.

An estimate? A good 6-8 months, or 4,320-5,760 hours, worth, and I really don’t feel that that is an over-exaggeration.

What accomplishments have you earned through the 4-H program?

I have received 28 champion placings so far. I have gone to state with my “On The Hill” projects 23 times, with all receiving blue ribbons and six receiving special merit.

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Justin Johnson was the National Bicycle Champion in 2017.

These are my 4-H awards and honors: • National Bicycle Champion — 2017 • State Accomplishment Scholarship — 2017 • Hester Adams Award Winner — 2017 • Hester Adams Award Ambassador — 2016 • B.V. Widney Award Winner — 2015 • Key Club Member Award — 2017 • Top Junior Leader Award — 2016 • 2017 Pork Ambassador (Editor’s note: This does not include any potential 2018 awards or scholarships Johnson may receive this year) What are your career

goals? Were they shaped at all through your work in the 4-H program?

In the fall, I will begin attending Purdue University to study Agricultural Systems Management, which is in the department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering.

I personally feel that 4-H had a significant hand in my decision with its Agriculture and STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) influence. Many people don’t realize just how involved 4-H is with STEM but there are many ways you can learn in those subjects. I grew up with a rural background, which was the original reason for me joining 4-H, and that has

been a factor in my decision to work in the ag industry.

While not a major factor, 4-H has also helped to introduce me to Purdue through Purdue Extension, especially when I interned in the office last fall.

Is there anything else you think would be good for people to know about yourself or your thoughts on the 4-H program?

Throughout high school I was involved in five different extracurriculars. I have been involved in 4-H considerably longer than either of the rest and will always recognize its involvement in shaping who I am. I want people to understand what an incredible 4-H program we have here in Whitley County and that other counties just simply do not match ours. I would love to see more people get involved and understand that 4-H is not just an agricultural organization. While that may be its roots, there are far more projects reaching into many different subjects.

Every child in the community should consider joining. Sure, you can learn about the skills and subject areas, but the life skills gained over your 10 years will last much longer and mean much more.

BATTERY: Almost all domestic crimes occur between a victim and abuser they are emotionally attached to FROM PAGE 1

Domestic violence and sexual crimes are not new to Whitley County; however, more cases are going through the Whitley County Courthouse now than ever before.

“In the last two years, I’ve seen an unpleasant

uptick in the number of rape cases, including spousal rape cases,” said Prosecutor D.J. Sigler.

It’s a perception supported by Columbia City Police Officer Brette Ayres, the department’s representative for the Domestic Violence Task

Force.

“It is important for people to understand that it is absolutely possible and it absolutely happens that spouses rape one another,” said Sigler.

It is easy for the public to perceive this as Whitley County putting away

more domestic violence criminals and rapists and keeping victims safe, but these cases are more complex than the general public might believe.

“I would say in the winter months we have a lot more of them (domestic violence calls). Which

would make sense, I think, just because people don’t go outside as much and they’re cooped up in the house together all the time,” said Ayres.

Sigler is “constantly” prosecuting domestic violence, rape and sexual battery crimes. Due to the

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length of investigations and the pressure on the victims, cases do not speed through court.

“In more cases than not, in my opinion, we have a recanting witness. Or we have a witness that, after calling the police, and signing a battery affidavit, for a variety of reasons, wants to revise or reverse their story,” said Sigler.

Though frustrating, officials say it’s often not the victim’s fault. Sigler and Ayres both referred to the “pressure on these victims” as the driving force behind recanted testimonies and refusal to comply with the police.

“In the context of male on female violence, a lot of these women are young mothers who have children to consider — who have their livelihoods to consider. They’ve been making a home, taking care of the children, perhaps working a little bit part-time, but they aren’t responsible, necessarily, for a large share of the family’s income,” said Sigler.

There is economic pressure, financial pressure and emotional pressure on victims of these crimes.

Almost all of these crimes occur between a victim and an abuser who are emotionally attached, making it “extraordinarily difficult” for the victims.

Domestic violence is the most dangerous crime a police officer can go into in the field “because as much as they (victims) are afraid of the spouse that’s hurting them, they also love them,” Ayres said.

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CCPD: Throguhout his career Hively was on call around the clock FROM PAGE 1

Sergeant Major E-9 in the Military Police Brigade.

“I deal with a lot of the plans in the operational productions of our duties and responsibilities during deployments and in theater,” Hively said.

“It’s a very large and demanding role.”

Though difficult to balance the two large responsibilities, Hively has managed.

“I look back and I don’t know how sometimes,” Hively said.

“It took a lot of time.

Both places took a lot of time from my family. One thing I am happy about (with the retirement) — I’m looking forward to having more time for family.”

Hively will continue with the Army Reserves, and is moving to the East Coast where his family recently relocated. He has taken a less-demanding position as a federal background investigator.

“I am excited to get out there,” Hively said.

“I can’t wait to step in the house and not worry about stepping out.”

As an officer, detective, captain and chief, Hively was on call around the clock.

“Especially as chief, the duty never ends,” Hively said. “The shift is never over, even on vacation. You always worry that something is happening.

“Every night before I go to bed, I always worry if that night will be the night something terrible happens.”

In his new position, Hively will work regular hours and on his own, not as a supervisor.

“I’m looking forward to working by myself and inside a 40-hour-a-week window,” Hively said.

Hively also looks forward to being able to dedicate more of his efforts toward military.

“Law enforcement and military are two big passions in my life — I don’t think I could give both up at the same time,” Hively said.

He has served with the U.S. Army for 27 years.

Recognizing his age may begin to limit his abilities, Hively said he wants a few more years in the military.

“I want to hang onto that piece a little longer,” Hively said.

Hively has been in the military for 27 years.

He signed up at age 17 through the delayed entry program, and in September 1988 after he turned 18, Hively went to basic training.

Though he’s spent more time in the military, it was law enforcement that led him down that path.

“As a young child it was always my goal and dream to become a law enforcement officer,” Hively said.

He went to an Indiana State Police camp as a child, and one of the camp counselors recommended he go to the military first, then enter law enforcement.

“I followed their advice and have been blessed ever since,” Hively said.

Throughout his law enforcement career, Hively says, the best part has been the people he’s worked alongside.

“We have a great team — a lot of talent, knowledge, experience — it’s nice to see the development in everyone’s careers,” Hively said.

Hively took over as chief during a time of

transition for the department, when many officers began retiring after decades of work, and newer, younger officers joining the force.

“It brings freshness to the department and it’s nice to be able to mentor those lower-ranked individuals,” Hively said.

Hively recalls those who mentored him.

“When I first started, Tim Pittenger was a huge mentor. Dave Teusch helped me find myself and my niche in this profession. As time continued, Tim Longenbaugh was another good friend and mentor. Scott Leatherman is very knowledgeable and Gary Parrett is a great influence as well. He was my right-hand man in my time as chief and he performed those duties very well.

“Those mentors and friendships have meant a lot to me.”

A 20-year career in law enforcement and even more time in the military brought “many ups and downs” for Hively.

“On both sides of the profession you see things that typical people don’t see on a regular basis,” Hively said. “Unfortunately, I’ve had my fair share of seeing those things. But you see a lot, you learn a lot, and in the end it’s all about serving your country and serving your community — and that was my priority.”

Hively remains ever-patriotic and dedicated to the community, but is ready to move his life in a new direction.

“I need to start shifting in a different direction and let these younger guys pick up where I left off,” he said.

Though moving away, Hively still plans to stay

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Hively is pictured at right with fellow officers Chip Stephenson and Mike Peterson during a training exercise at the shooting range several years ago.

connected with many members of the team in Columbia City.

Throughout his career, Hively has often been in the “right place at the right time” during crime events. He caught a law-breaker at Best Buy in Fort Wayne. At an outlet mall in Edinburg, he chased down a shoplifter. Among his family and friends, many joke about the crime that Hively “attracts,” like a magnet.

“I’ve been warned by my daughter not to get involved in anything when I’m out there (East Coast),” Hively joked.

“I can’t turn a blind eye to it. It’s always been in my nature to react, respond and protect. That will probably continue, I will just have to be wise in making decisions, knowing I won’t be a sworn officer anymore.”

Sgt. Scott Leatherman, who also has a diverse military background, will be taking over as police chief Monday.

“It was a tough decision to make — to retire and no longer be an active member of the brotherhood of law enforcement,” Hively said. “That’s going to be a hard pill to swallow because this has been a passionate career for me.

It’s going to be difficult but I am excited to start the new chapter.”

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Tony Hively is stepping down from his role as police chief of Columbia City and retiring after over 20 years with the department.

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POOL: Open noon-7 p.m. daily FROM PAGE 1

come here.”

Another large source of funding for the project was the family of the late Russel and Evelyn Fahl.

“My heart is bursting with pride for my parents,” said Pam McCoy. “Anyone who knew them — knew all of their years of hard work and sacrifice which enabled them to leave such a wonderful legacy, not only to our family, but to enrich the community.

This aquatics center and their legacy will live on for future generations.”

Daniel recognized Park Director Mark Green, who has worked “tirelessly” to make the facility possible.

“He has done a fantastic job in leading this effort,” Daniel said. “Without a strong leader, none of this would have been possible.”

Green recalled going to Burnworth Pool every day as a child.

“At the time, I never thought I’d be the one responsible for replacing Burnworth Pool,” Green said. “I love this place, I loved growing up here and living here. I hope you all enjoy this.”

The pool is open to the public noon-7 p.m. daily.

Parking is in the Columbia City High School parking lot, 600 N. Whitley St. Daily rates are as follows: In county: $5 for children ages 3-17 and seniors 60 and over/$6 for adults.

Memberships for 2018 have been discounted due to the shortened season.

Residents can purchase a senior membership for $45, adults are $55, children are $45 and infants ages 0-2 are free. A family pass for three people is $140, four passes are $150, five passes are $180 and six passes are $225.

The city also offers swim lessons and the opportunity to be part of the swim team, which take place in the morning.

People, businesses and nonprofits are also able to rent the pavilion for parties.

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pool business,” Daniel said.

“But they changed my mind and this asset is going to be a huge community development, talent attraction and retention tool for our community.”

Sometimes, things happen for a reason. For instance, the Park Board originally sought a different location for the new pool — north of U.S. 30 and west of the Blue River — an extension of Morsches Park. The use of the property fell through, and the board reverted back to the former pool location.

“It would have been a fine location, but it would have been a challenge for a lot of people who use it day in and day out,” Daniel said. “It’s in the right spot, especially with the future of that space.”

The pool is located near the current Columbia City High School, which will move south of Columbia City in 2020 after the construction of the new facility. The high school land will then become Columbia City park space.

The growth embodies the city’s motto, “Building a Future Together,” as well as northeast Indiana’s regional goal of improving quality of life to grow the region to 1 million residents.

Brad Bishop, Regional Development Authority director, also spoke at the grand opening.

“We’re so excited to see projects like this take shape,” Bishop said.

The Regional Development Authority received $42 million in state funding for use in projects that are expected to spur economic growth.

“It’s great to get the money flowing and get things on the ground like this,” Bishop said. “Economic development is different now. You can’t just build an industrial park and expect people to come. You have to make it so people want to live in your community. Projects like this are something to be proud of. It will make the people who are here want to stay here, and people thinking about relocating here will

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About 100 people were in attendance of the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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Lillian, Lakota and Lucy Chester had a fun day at the pool.

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Mayor Ryan Daniel recognizes the family of Russel & Evelyn Fahl, whom the aquatics center was named after.

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Park Director Mark Green saw his hard work come to fruition Saturday in the grand opening of the pool.

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The first public visitors of the pool go into the water for the first time.

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The first visitors of the pool enter the gate after the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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The new facility has eight lifeguards on duty at a time due to its size and features.

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Sisters Besty and Annie Banks eat snow cones from the aquatics center’s concession stand.

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Children of all ages enjoyed the opening day of the new aquatics center.

BATTERY: Internal battle for victims does not end after arrest is made FROM PAGE 2

of battle back and forth between ‘do I protect my husband or wife or do I let the police take care of them like I called them here to do?’”

The internal battle for the victims does not end after an arrest is made.

Cases occur where there is a victim who is more committed to the defendant than to the criminal case, and Sigler understands that.

“I understand that.

I empathize with it. It doesn’t make it less frustrating, based upon what I know and I feel my responsibility to the community is. But at the same time, I don’t blame [them],” said Sigler.

The frustration for prosecution arises with the misperception about who can press charges.

Prosecutor Sigler is the

only person in the county who can press charges in Whitley County. The choice is not the victim’s.

“With that understood, what I tell my domestic violence victims is, ‘I can appreciate where they’re coming from, and I want to be respectful of their wishes, but at the same time, if I have probable cause to believe a battery to a spouse has occurred …

I’m going to prosecute that to the fullest extent of the law,’” said Sigler.

While the victims feel pressured to recant their testimonies, there is also a pressure from the legal side to prevent recidivist domestic violence.

“You think you’re giving them this plain, black-and-white plan of, ‘if you leave, you’ll be safe – if you stay, you’re going to keep getting hurt.’

But there’s a lot of gray in between that,” said Ayres.

All parties feel pressure — pressure to protect the victim, pressure to prosecute the abuser, pressure to prevent getting calls from the same house, pressure to defend loved ones.

The failure to cooperate with law enforcement in these cases is understandable. Ayres is working to try to incorporate training on victim blaming into the domestic violence training for police so officers can better deal with habitual abusers and victims.

Sigler takes into account the victim’s wishes when prosecuting.

But these ultimately weigh on law enforcement as well as victims.

“You’re a human being before you’re a prosecutor.

So you just ache for these

women who are forced to endure something that no person should have to endure. It makes you want to do your best to find a good resolution,” said Sigler.

Officers and prosecutors face their frustration surrounding what feels like an inability to defend victims — victims who say, “I don’t want to prosecute, I just wanted someone to come and stop it that night.” And it takes a toll on them.

“Ultimately, the things that keep me up at night, are the thoughts that we don’t do enough, and we’ve got a lady who sits in that chair and says, ‘I don’t want a protective order. I don’t want this prosecution to go forward. I don’t want to cooperate.’ And three weeks later I have a dead body,” said Sigler.

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Obituaries •

LaVerne LaRue

COLUMBIA CITY — LaVerne Irene LaRue, 90, of Columbia City, died at 8:25 a.m. Friday, July 6, 2018, at Miller’s at Oak Pointe, Columbia City.

A private family service was held at Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City. Burial was in the Oak Grove Cemetery.

Elizabeth Binkley COLUMBIA CITY — Elizabeth Ann Binkley, 96, died Saturday, June 30.

Visitation and services were Saturday, July 7, at Smith & Sons Funeral Home in Columbia City.

Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery in Pierceton.

Gifts may be made to a charity of the contributor’s choice in Mrs. Binkley’s name.

Karol Dimmick SOUTH WHITLEY — Karol Elayne Dimmick, 81, formerly of South Whitley, died Monday, July 2, 2018, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne.

A funeral service and visitation were Friday, July 6, at Smith and Sons Miller Chapel, South Whitley. Burial was in the South Whitley Cemetery Memorials are to final expenses c/o Smith & Sons Funeral Home.

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

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Angora is a true breed that produces mohair, while cashmere goats are a type of goat, rather than a true breed. Cashmere goats provide commercial quantities of cashmere, and can come from Spanish meat goats, Toggenburgs, Saanens or Nubians. Cashmere is considered a luxury fiber.

Pygmy goats, as the name implies, are smaller in stature than other goats. They are only 16-23 inches tall at the withers (top point above shoulders). If milked, the milk is high in milkfat.

Several terms are used in goat production. A buck is an intact male, while a doe is a female. Bucks are also called billy goats, and does are also called nanny goats.

Baby goats are called kids.

Young females are called doelings, while young males are called bucklings. A dam is the mother of a kid, while a sire is the father of a kid.

A wether is a castrated male.

A fleece is the hair from one goat. Chevon is goat meat.

A group of goats is called a herd. Birthing is called kidding.

The gestation (pregnancy) period of a goat usually lasts 148-152 days, or 5 months.

The gestation period can vary slightly among breeds.

Goats are ruminant animals with a four-chambered stomach. They need a combination of high-fiber roughages (such as pasture or hay), and concentrates to supply energy and nutrients.

Concentrates may include cereal grains like corn, oats or wheat, along with fats, minerals, proteins and vitamins. Water is always made available.

Goats don’t like to get their feet wet. You may have noticed some barn lots with goats where the producer has provided a “mini-mountain” for goats to climb on.

They love to climb and play “king of the mountain;” it is instinctual to their nature.

Goats also love to browse on shrubs and other types of plants. Capitalizing on this trait, experiments have been done in forestland with goats in efforts to control multiflora rose, an invasive plant species.

Although goats can usually be distinguished easily from sheep, one way to tell the difference is to look at their tail. Goats’ tails stick up, while sheep tails hang down (sheep tails may also be docked, or shortened, for health and sanitary reasons).

If you ever look closely at a goat’s eye, you may be

surprised. People, along with many other animals, have round pupils, while a goat’s pupil is rectangular in nature, situated horizontally. This increases their depth perception and peripheral vision.

Goat producers work with veterinarians to maintain the health of their herd. Diseases and internal parasites can be problems with goats.

Bucks, or billy goats, have a distinct strong odor as they become sexually mature. This is especially strong during mating season, called “rut.”

Goats do not possess the strong flocking instinct that sheep do. As with sheep, though, producers must take precautions to protect goat herds from predators.

According to USDA, preliminary figures for 2017 indicated that there were 11,000 milk goats on farms in Indiana, with 33,000 meat and other goats. In 2007, there were 8,400 milk goats on farms in Indiana, with 24,800 meat and other goats, a 31 and 33 percent increase, respectively, over that period for those two categories.

Some material was sourced from Goat Resource Handbook, 4-H 135R, by The Ohio State University.

JOHN WOODMANSEE is

an extension educator in Whitley and Noble counties.

Chamber Women’s luncheon to feature Hill’s program Aimed at curbing negative internal dialogue CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — As part of the 2018 Chamber Women’s Lunch Series, Leslee Hill, director of the Women’s Entrepreneurial Opportunity Center, will present a friendly, interactive workshop to engage and empower women entitled “You are not a fraud.”

The luncheon will be held Thursday, July 26, at noon at the Whitley County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 128 W. Van Buren St. in downtown Columbia City.

According to Hill, Imposter Syndrome is a pattern of thinking in which a person, women especially, doubt their accomplishments and fear they will be exposed as a “fraud.”

Although a person can be quite competent, achieve high praise, academic honors, professional recognition and public accolades — they can still believe they aren’t good enough and lack confidence in their skills and abilities. Fear of failure, guilt and denial of one’s own ability can create the Imposter Syndrome.

Hill said the internal dialogue that “I’m a fake,” “I was just lucky” or “I’m not good enough” becomes prevalent as women try to

meet the image of perfection created by society. We struggle to meet the expectation of the perfect family, the perfect job, the perfect life.

Hill Internally we fear evaluation, not being successful, that we aren’t being as “good” as others and we fear we will be “exposed” and we don’t deserve the recognition we have received.

In reality, Hill says, you are actually accomplishing

quite a lot and you are not a fraud. You do deserve praise.

You are intelligent. You are successful. Are you perfect?

No, but no one is perfect!

“We think it’s important to talk about this because it is a pattern we can change.

This negative internal dialogue gets in the way of your potential to succeed in really big ways,” said Jennifer Romano, executive director of the Whitley County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center.

Hill’s workshop will cover the following topics: • Why do we strive for this image of perfection?

• How to stop the negative

talk?

• Quit beating yourself up with unrealistic demands and expectations you impose on yourself.

• How to squash feelings of self-doubt when it creeps into your thoughts?

• Accept your achievements and praise from others.

The workshop, which includes a catered lunch, is $15 per person. Space is limited, so you must RSVP

by Friday, July 20, to attend.

To reserve your seat, contact the Whitley County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center by calling 248-8131 or email office@whitleychamber.com.

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Tariff reckoning begins for farmers Friday became the instead of restricting it day when the with tariffs,” the reckoning begins. soybean associaThat’s the day tion said.

President Trump’s The Wall Street first wave of Journal quotes tariffs kick in, Purdue agriculhitting China with tural economist $34 billion of Chris Hurt: “The new taxation on total value of imports. Hundreds year’s U.S. BRIAN this of billions more corn, soybean and POLITICAL wheat crops has are just over the horizon.

REPORT dropped about China will $13 billion, or percent, since respond, taking Brian Howey 10 the start of June.” aim at American Hoosier Ag Today pork, poultry, reports Indiana soybeans and soybean plantings are corn. So if you’re a up 4 percent this year.

Hoosier soybean farmer, What that means is that and an overwhelming planting decisions made majority of these sturdy after the 2017 harvest folks voted for Trump showed Hoosier farmers in 2016, this presents a are even more invested dilemma. The guy you in soybeans. The Trump sent to Washington to tariffs came just as drain the swamp, tell this year’s crops were it like it is and shake gathered and planted. things up is now fiddlin’ According to Axios, with your bottom line. researchers at the The American University of Illinois Soybean Association and Ohio State Univeris putting President sity estimate that Trump’s tariffs into over four years, a 25 perspective: Soybeans percent tariff on U.S. are the No. 1 U.S. soybean imports by agricultural export, with Beijing would result in sales of $27 billion last an average 87 percent year, according to the decline in income for Foreign Agricultural a midsize Illinois grain Service. Of those $27 farm. billion in soy exports, The U.S. Chamber of $14 billion worth of soy Commerce is starting an and soy products were ad campaign against the sold to China, which has stated it will retaliate tariffs. “The adminisin-kind to the administration is threatening tration’s Section 301 to undermine the tariffs, with a 25 percent economic progress tariff falling on U.S. it worked so hard to soybeans. According to achieve,” Chamber a study conducted by President Tom Donohue Purdue University, it is explained. “We should projected that China’s seek free and fair trade, soybean imports from but this is just not the the U.S. would fall by way to do it.”

65 percent and total President Trump U.S. soy exports would remains defiant on drop by 37 percent. his tariffs, telling Fox According to the News last Sunday, ASA, Brazil is already “Every country is the world’s largest calling every day, soybean exporter and is saying, ‘Let’s make a poised to fill the void deal, let’s make a deal.’

It’s going to all work in the event that U.S. out.” soy exports to China It had better. CNN’s decrease. Over the MoneyWatch reports: next 10 years, Chinese Farmers are dying by demand for soybeans is projected to grow from suicide at a higher 97 million metric tons rate than any other in 2017 to 143 million occupational group, metric tons in 2027 — according to the Centers more than 10 times the for Disease Control and Prevention. The U.S. soy exports to the suicide rate in the field European Union. “There of farming, fishing and is room for us to grow forestry is 84.5 per our exports to China, 100,000 people, more which has proved to than five times that be a robust and vital of the population as a marketplace, and we should be focused on whole. Purdue’s Chris ways to expand trade Hurt weighs in: ”Think

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about trying to live today on the income you had 15 years ago.”

In 1985, Indiana hosted the first Farm Aid benefit concert, a group formed by Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp and Neil Young.

Farm Aid Communications Director Jennifer Fahy observed, “The farm crisis was so bad, there was a terrible outbreak of suicide and depression.” Today, she said, “I think it’s actually worse.” And this is before President Trump’s tariffs take hold.

Former Indiana Republican Congressman David McIntosh, who once represented the agriculture-rich 6th Congressional District and now heads the Club For Growth, sees a disaster looming.

“I think we should push the Chinese on intellectual property,” McIntosh said on MSNBC’s Morning Joe. “But I don’t think we should put tariffs on Chinese goods. Those, by the way, are paid by Americans, not by the Chinese. If you enter into a trade war with them, the whole world economy will shrink.

That’s the problem for us. Tariffs bring counter tariffs and you get into a trade war.

We saw it before the Great Depression, we have seen it other times where it just leads to everybody being worse off. It will end up being a disaster.”

Yes, the 1920s ended with the Great Depression.

Former Republican operative Steve Schmidt sounded alarms for Hoosier soybean farmers. “The consequences of this will be paid for by the American workers, the soybean farmers, because when those markets go, they’re gone,” said Schmidt, who renounced the GOP last week. “They’ll go to Brazil when the supply chain is interrupted.”

The reckoning has arrived.

BRIAN HOWEY is publisher of Howey Politics Indiana at www.howeypolitics.com.

Find him on Facebook and Twitter @hwypol.

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We love the new additions to Whitley County In case you haven’t noticed, Whitley County is going places.

Well, not literally, but there is so much growth and excitement throughout the county — we’re excited for what’s to come.

Thanks to the vision of our communities’ leaders, great things are coming to fruition.

On Saturday, two ribbon-cuttings were held: for the Franklin Promenade alley park in downtown Churubusco and the Russel & Evelyn Fahl Aquatics Center in Columbia City.

Both projects wouldn’t be what they are without the visions of Churubusco Clerk-Treasurer Madalyn Sade-Bartl and Columbia City Mayor Ryan Daniel More than their vision, the

Posture Pointers “Sit up straight” is most likely a command you remember hearing throughout your childhood. Whether it was your mom, dad, grandmother or any adult within 100 yards, it may have been slightly annoying to be reminded throughout the day to change your posture. But, looking back now, it turns out they were right!

Proper postural alignment while sitting and standing helps you function more efficiently. Everything lines up, allowing muscles to move in a coordinated fashion, the way the body was intended to move. Moving requires less effort and produces less fatigue and strain on your body’s ligaments and muscles, which is good now and will serve you well into the future.

Good posture is hard to come by these days. Not only is it hard to remember to sit up straight throughout the day, but it also requires more effort. We spend nearly every waking moment out of alignment due to our normal daily activities.

From reaching forward to eat, driving the car, talking on the phone, and watching TV, most of what we do throughout the day leaves us with arms in front of us, rounded shoulders, a rounded upper back or some other deviation from a neutral posture.

Here are three quick fixes to provide your body with a bit of relief: • Find neutral To get started, you need to revisit great posture and get the feeling back in your body. Take two minutes to do

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hard work and graciousness of our community is what made those visions become reality.

Sade-Bartl, along with the Churubusco Town Council, worked to garner grants and funding for the Franklin Promenade. The Churubusco Courtyard Club of 21 Churubusco Elementary School students designed the beautiful landscape. The alley, which once was dreary and unappealing, will now be a place for groups to gather, concerts and fun for many.

Mayor Daniel, along with Park Director Mark Green and Councilman Tad Varga, among many others, have spent countless hours and several years bringing

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the following posture check.

Stand with your back against a wall with your feet pointed straight ahead and hip-width apart. Your heels, hips and shoulders should be touching the wall simultaneously. If you’re having trouble getting your heels to touch the wall, try starting with your heels 2-3 inches away from the wall and gradually progress yourself to heel-to-wall.

Allow your head to remain in a comfortable position looking straight ahead with chin parallel to the floor. As your posture improves, the head will come back to the wall. But, don’t force it. Notice how your body feels in this position.

What could you loosen, tighten or otherwise engage in carrying this stacked posture away from the wall?

• Set reminders Becoming aware of just how often we are out of alignment will be your first step. Think about your day and times your posture is compromised. The most popular culprits are driving in the car, at your desk and when relaxing at night. Next, figure out a few environmental cues that could remind you to check yourself and adjust during these times. For example, in the car, you could make a mental note to check posture each time you stop at a red light.

Then, at your desk, it might be each time you answer emails or get distracted by social media. Having built-in “checkpoints” throughout the day associated with a frequent task will ensure you get back into alignment periodically.

• Perform the 3×3 Finally, at least three times per day, repeat the following three exercises to help turn back on stabilizers

the Russel and Evelyn Fahl Aquatics Center to Columbia City.

Donors as small as those who purchased bricks, to the Fahl family, are to thank for the facility that is bound to bring fun and make memories for families for generations to come.

The growth isn’t done yet. Churubusco’s Oscar’s Playland is set to open late this summer, and construction continues on the new Columbia City High School, which will open in the fall of 2020.

What’s coming next for Whitley County? Whatever it is, we can only imagine that it will be great!

and release tension from your upper back and neck. Ideally, you would perform this quick set each time your environmental cue reminds to reset posture. Begin the sequence in good posture.

Shoulder Drops – with arms above your head and soft elbows, try to pull your shoulders down away from your ears without bending your elbows. Hold for a count of three and release. Repeat three times.

You should feel muscles underneath your shoulder blades turning on and helping with this movement.

Shoulder Squeeze – with arms out in front of you at shoulder height and soft elbows, try to bring your shoulder blades to touch without bending your elbows.

Hold for a count of three and release. Repeat three times.

You should feel muscles underneath between your shoulder blades turning on and helping with this movement.

Shoulder Rolls – with arms down by your sides, make a backward circle with your shoulder. Keep the movement slow and controlled, trying to make the biggest circle you can without bending the elbows or changing your posture.

Repeat three times. You should feel the muscles surrounding the shoulder girdle dancing between working and relaxing as you move through a pain-free range of motion.

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Twice is nice Just like older sister, Sheets named Miss Whitley County

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her.

“We practiced interview questions all COLUMBIA CITY — the time,” Unlike many Kaitlyn past Miss NICOLE MINIER Sheets said.

Whitley Mackie Sheets was ecstatic after being named Miss The County Whitley County.

Sheets recipients, sisters were Mackie Pittenger placed in were: Peyton Miller, inspired by Sheets the Top 10 at the Miss Madalyn Crawford, their aunt knows just Indiana Bailee Sonia Sheets what to State Fair Yount, Pettigrew, expect in the program in Madison who was coming year.

February.

Schroeder, Miss Sheets “I have Mackie Whitley was named so many Sheets, County in the 2018 memories as Christen 1990.

Miss queen that I Wheeler, “I think Whitley will forever Bridget it’s a County at cherish,” Hinen, nice little Monday she said.

Dayna advantage night’s She named Kyler, to know program — a few, Elizabeth the ropes a deja vu including Johnson, already,” for many in singing the Lindsey Mackie attendance, national Hoskins, NICOLE MINIER Sheets said. who recall NICOLE MINIER Novella anthem at The 2017 Miss Whitley Sheets her older the demolition Bridget Hinen was Drudge, County, Jenna Pittenger, will be a sister, Kaitlyn, excited after being derby at the Rozlyn bids farewell to her sophomore earning the named Miss Congeni- Bishop, Taylor fair, riding reign as queen. at Ball State title in 2016. with Mackie ality.

Duncan, University this “It’s a little Sheets in the Sydney Korte, fall and is involved in overwhelming,” said the tractor pull, washing Elizabeth Russell, several student organisisters’ mom, Jennifer pigs, emceeing the Megan Lemke and zations at the university.

Krider. “I’m super proud Turtle Days and Little Hannah Behm.

She was a 2017 graduate of them.”

Miss Whitley County The judges were: of Columbia City High Sheets, along with pageants, and sneaking Julie Echard, of Wabash School and was also a 16 other contestants, “lots” of free ice cream County; Abby Hobbs, cheerleader, along with competed for the title of from the of Tipton; and Sharon her 10 years Miss Whitley County on concession Edwards, of Elkhart in Whitley Monday at First Church stands at the County.

County 4-H. of God in Columbia City. fair.

The Earning first runner-up She 2017 Miss was Madison Schroeder, offered Whitley second runner-up was advice County, Hannah Behm, third to the Jenna runner-up was Sydney incoming Pittenger, Korte and fourth queen: bid farewell runner-up was Dayna “Be your to her reign Kyler. The winner of own person as queen the Miss Congeniality and never with a award was Bridget Hinen change thank-you and Elizabeth Johnson who you speech and won the People’s Choice are. Enjoy recap of her award. your year to past year.

Sheets will soon begin NICOLE MINIER the whole “I am her tour as Miss Whitley Mandy Grimm was the capacity, fortunate and County, starting first emcee at the event. it flies by blessed to with a long week at the quickly.” represent our Whitley County 4-H Fair, The 17 contestants county,” Pittenger said. which begins Friday.

Sheets was a 10-year 4-H member, participating in dairy steer, feeder calf, swine and sewing. She was named last year’s Miss Indiana State Fair Dairy Steer Queen — following in her sister’s footsteps once again, as Kaitlyn was queen in 2016.

“They’re so supportive and encouraging of each other,” Krider said.

“Mackie has always looked up to Kaitlyn so much.”

Krider is now a second-time mom of a Miss Whitley County, and knows what to expect at the fair next week and in the year ahead.

“It’s a whirlwind of a year even more so for the girls, I’m just glad they let me come along for the ride,” Krider said.

Sheets tried on 27 dresses before finding NICOLE MINIER/ just the right one — with Queen Mackie Sheets celebrates with older sister her older sister alongside nminier@kpcmedia.com

Kaitlyn, who was the 2016 Miss Whitley County.

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Pictured is the 2018 Miss Whitley County queen court. From left: Elizabeth Johnson, Sydney Korte, Madison Schroeder, Mackie Sheets, Hannah Behm, Bridget Hinen and Dayna Kyler.

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The 17 Miss Whitley County contestants await the results from the judges.

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4-H awards, scholarships given

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COLUMBIA CITY — During a break in the Miss Whitley County program Monday, Whitley County 4-H Extension Educator Todd Geiger presented several 4-H members with awards and scholarships.

Justin Johnson was the recipient of many of those scholarships — the Extension Homemakers 4-H Scholarship, Lester and Joy Worrick Memorial Scholarship, the Indiana 4-H Foundation Senior Scholarship, the Farm Bureau Tenure Award and the Jim Teghtmeyer Memorial Award.

Johnson participates in the 4-H STEM Connection Program, is a Farm Show Development show committee member, serves Forklift meals, assists with Humane Society auctions, participated in the National Day of Service and the Garage Sale for Riley.

The Homemakers’ scholarship is sponsored by the Whitley County Extension Homemakers.

The 4-H’ers must have completed at least five years of 4-H to be considered for the $500 scholarship.

The Lester and Joy Worrick Scholarship of $500 is awarded to a 10-year 4-H member who has post-secondary education plans.

The Indiana 4-H Foundation Senior Scholarship of

$250 is based on scholastic ability, financial need and 4-H achievements.

The Jim Teghtmeyer Memorial Award is given in memory of the longtime businessman and former mayor of Columbia City.

He was heavily involved in the community and served on numerous committees, volunteered in many areas and was a philanthropist.

Recipients are judged on their community service in 4-H and other organizations, serving on committees and in leadership positions.

The Farm Bureau Tenure Award is given to two dedicated members from each county with the best record in terms of membership tenure and project participation. Ryder Sroufe also received the award.

Rozlyn Bishop and Isabel Hunter received the Helping Hands 4-H Endowment Scholarship of $500.

The B.V. Widney award is given in honor of one of the original staff members in Purdue Extension, and is given to 4-H’ers in grades 6-9. Jada Van Houten was the recipient of the award.

The Hester Adams Memorial Scholarship is given to the most outstanding 4-H members in the program. Applicants fill out a resume of skills, submit their record of achievement cards, answer an essay question and sit before a panel

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Whitley County 4-H Extension Educator Todd Geiger presented several awards Monday evening during the Miss Whitley County program.

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Lance Gaerte and Jaclyn Fries were named Whitley County 4-H Ambassadors.

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Jada Van Houten received the B.V. Widney Memorial Award.

of three judges for an interview. Sroufe and Madison Schroeder were selected as Hester Adams Memorial Scholarship

winners for $500.

The other two applicants were named 4-H Ambassadors: Lance Gaerte and Jaclyn Fries.

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Justin Johnson received multiple awards. Here, he is presented with the Whitley County Extension Homemakers 4-H Scholarship by Janet Hindbaugh.

He also received the Lester and Joy Worrick Memorial Scholarship, the Indiana 4-H Foundation Senior Scholarship, the Farm Bureau Tenure Award and the Jim Teghtmeyer Memorial Award.

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City Chevrolet won the Minor League championship. Front row, from left: Aiden Hale, Dakota King, Peyton Sanderson, Alexander Hall, Skyler Bowman and Carson Carpenter. Second row: Tucker Reed, Justin Dafforn, Ian Davis and Bryce Ridley. Coaches in back are Jason Dafforn and head coach Kris King.

NAPA was runner-up in the Minor League baseball championship. Front row, from left: Riley Boles, Isaac Stayton, Caleb English, Gage Coyle and Andrew Furthmiller. Second row: Zach Furthmiller, Jacob English, Cam Callahan, Matthew Peppler, Cole Langley and Jonah Shipman. In back are coaches Jared English, Derek Coyle, Ryan Peppler and Fred Stayton.

City Chevy upsets NAPA in Minors’ championship

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COLUMBIA CITY — NAPA went into the tournament with only one regular-season loss and was the favorite pick to win the Minor League championship.

City Chevrolet had something to say about that, however.

The No. 3 seed beat NAPA in a long, 11-3 game Thursday night at Morsches Park.

“They beat us all year,” said City Chevy coach Kris King. “We finally got into a position where our kids knew they could win.

We kept telling them they were better than what they thought they were.”

King helped the team focus on reducing errors and changing attitudes, building confidence.

“As soon as we knew we could hit the ball off their pitcher, it was game on,” King said.

Several players contributed to the win: Carson Carpenter hit the ball well; Tucker Reed performed

well at catcher, despite not wanting to play the position at the beginning of the season; and Dakota King, Justin Dafforn and Brice Ridley led the team on the mound.

“They all pitched amazing today,” King said.

As for the runners-up, NAPA had a positive attitude despite the upset.

“I could not be any more proud of this group of boys,” said coach Ryan Peppler. “They played their hearts out.”

The team’s goals for the season were to win the regular season and win the championship.

“We came up a little short,” Peppler said. “But we made it to the champi-

onship and had a great season.”

Win or lose, it’s attitudes that Peppler says are important.

“All of them have the best attitude in the world,” Peppler said. “It was such a joy to coach them. I could not have hand-picked a better group of boys to coach this year.”

Both the winning team and the runners-up posed for a photo together after a game as “future Columbia City Eagles.”

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Dakota King pitched during the late game Thursday night.

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City Chevrolet celebrated after upsetting the No. 1 seed.

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Riley Boles, Issac Stayton, Caleb English and Jacob English stand together after a difficult loss in the championship game.

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COLUMBIA CITY — It was an exciting night on the baseball diamonds last Thursday as Big G’s Sports Cafe beat King of Carts in the championship game, 11-6.

The team consists of Chase Laliberte, Reece Smith, Levi Baxter, Brayden Koser, Lucas Monesmith, Chase Schmitt, Braxton Fuller, Jayce Mills, Matthew Clark, Jordan Parrett, Cooper Graves and Colton Schroeder.

They were coached by Ryan Schroder, Chad Graves and Gary Parrett.

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Big G’s Sports Cafe’s Coaches Pitch baseball team won the championship at Morsches Park in Columbia City last week, 11-6. Front row, from left: Chase Laliberte, Reece Smith, Levi Baxter, Brayden Koser, Lucas Monesmith, Chase Schmitt, Braxton Fuller and Jayce Mills. Second row: coach Chad Graves, Matthew Clark, coach Ryan Schroder, Jordan Parrett, Cooper Graves, coach Gary Parrett and Colton Schroeder.

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The King of Carts Coaches Pitch baseball team was runner-up in the championship game last week. Front row, from left: Camden Waybright, Henry Higi, Brayden Schuchman, Gavin Brusker and Saben Fudge. Back row: coach Braden Leininger, Eli Bowers, Dylan Pequignot, Gavin Geiselman, Carson Pine and Isaiah Clark.

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Braxton Fuller claps for the second-place team while awards were being passed out.

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Big G’s players were excited after winning the championship game.

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Fans of the Big G’s Coaches Pitch team go wild after the team won the championship game.

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Jordan Parrett was all smiles after the team sponsored by his dad, Gary Parrett, won the title.

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King of Carts players pose for photos for their family and friends.

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Columbia City High School head coach Rob Bell passes out awards to King of Carts players.

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Columbia City physician, provider honored for outstanding quality and service CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — MDwise, an Indiana-based nonprofit health maintenance organization focused on serving uninsured and underinsured Hoosiers, recently honored Dr. Lisa Hatcher, Columbia City physician, with a Star Performer Award. She received the recognition for going above and beyond to provide high levels of quality and service to patients.

“We are proud to have a partnership with Dr. Hatcher and her staff. They are a wonderful representation of the quality service our provider offices give their communities,” said Lindsey Lux Kleman, vice president of operations at MDwise. “The Star Performer Award allows us to recognize the providers in our network who go above and beyond to provide a high level of service to our members.”

MDwise sought out specific criteria when selecting the Star Performer honorees, including achieving measures of clinical performance, best practice implementation, patient outreach and compassion. Also important was having a shared passion for quality throughout the office.

Hatcher is a physician at Parkview Physician’s Group Family Medicine, 620 W. North St., Columbia City.

Dr. Lisa Hatcher is pictured at center after receiving her award.

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United Way of Whitley County announces grant recipients CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — United Way of Whitley County recently announced $65,000 in community grants for local programs and organizations serving residents of Whitley County.

Grant recipients are selected by community members and United Way of Whitley County’s board of directors after a comprehensive application and interview process. Thirteen program applications were submitted, totaling $116,350 in grant requests.

Grants were awarded to the following organizations: • Education Impact: TROY School, Passages Inc., The Center for Whitley County Youth, Churubusco Community Child Care Center, Junior Achievement and Camp STEAM Ahead • Financial Stability

Impact: Mission 25, B.A.B.E. of Whitley County and Helpline of Whitley County • Community Chest Impact: Northeastern Indiana CASA, The Salvation Army of Whitley County, Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana and YWCA Northeast Indiana Grants were awarded to programs that play a critical role in reaching people in need and providing them with the means to create a better life for themselves. The grants provided are made possible through individual and corporate contributions made through United Way of Whitley County’s annual fundraising campaign.

“These grants will impact the lives of thousands of people in our community.

There are significant needs throughout the county and United Way is grateful to

work within the community to provide for those needs through the generosity of our gracious donors,” said United Way of Whitley County Executive Director Cindy Baker. “It is important for our donors to know they have the ability to make a profound impact on someone’s life through their financial contribution to United Way.” An additional $17,987 in program investments and designated dollars will also be awarded to local organizations to continue their impact in Whitley County.

Grants will be used for a variety of programs in Whitley County.

From scholarships to staff training, Whitley County will see a great impact from these funds.

In the impact area of Education, The Center for Whitley County Youth is

just one of the organizations serving residents that will benefit from grant funds.

Its After-School Central and After-School SERVE will both utilize funds to continue their programming.

ASC provides affordable, safe and supervised after-school education, enrichment and recreational activities for Whitley County middle school students.

SERVE members are high school students that work alongside adult volunteers to coordinate, supervise, plan, implement and develop ASC; it is essentially a hands-on leadership and job development program.

Executive Director Jeff Wike said, “…the challenges that young people face today…are immense and widespread. [The Center] is actively working to build and/or restore a sense of

belonging, wholeness and hope in the young people that allow us into their lives.”

In the impact area of Financial Stability, B.A.B.E. of Whitley County is one of three organizations that will receive grant funds. Funds for B.A.B.E. will be used to purchase diapers, wipes, highchairs, mattresses, bottles and several other infant/ toddler related items. “[Funds] will continue to allow B.A.B.E. to focus on the well-being and health of the families within the county,” says B.A.B.E. Executive Director Jacie Stahl.

As one of the four organizations to receive grant funds in the impact area of Community Chest, YWCA Northeast Indiana will use its funds for its domestic violence programs and services to support its program staff members who are present in

Whitley County on a daily basis. YWCA is the only agency providing the full continuum of care and support for victims of domestic violence in Whitley County.

Director of Empowerment for the YWCA Jennifer Rohlf says, “Domestic violence can put families in crisis and isolate them from outside resources. Our case managers travel to Whitley County to provide individuals with direct support, education on healthy/ unhealthy relationships and connect them with services that can help move them from crisis to self-sufficiency.”

“It is clear that there is no limit to how these community grants will benefit residents of Whitley County,” Baker said.

“United Way fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in Whitley County. Join the fight! Live United.”

Historic Churubusco funeral home expanding into Huntertown

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HUNTERTOWN — Sheets and Childs Funeral Home in Churubusco is expanding into Huntertown.

As the oldest continuing business in Churubusco, Sheets and Childs has served the town and its surrounding communities in both

Whitley and Allen counties for nearly 150 years. When the current director, Miles Wilson, purchased the funeral home in July 2017, he knew that he wanted to expand into one of the towns in which Sheets and Childs already served.

“We’ve always had a presence in Huntertown, so

it was really just a natural expansion,” Wilson said.

Wilson has plans for the new Sheets and Childs Huntertown location to be one of the more welcoming and up-to-date funeral homes in the area.

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“We want to go into Huntertown and make it better than it was when we came,” Wilson said.

The new Sheets and Childs Funeral Home in Huntertown is currently under renovation with an expected opening date for the end of 2018.

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The splash pad was a popular place during the heat on July 3.

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Old Settlers Day Association President Ralph Bailey presents Pauline Fisher with the oldest/longest resident award during the Old Settlers Day Festival last week.

A ‘pretty cool’ 99 years in Whitley County

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COLUMBIA CITY — September 25, 1918, the oldest living resident of Columbia City was born, and on June 29, 2018, she was recognized as the oldest living resident and the longest living resident in Columbia City.

Pauline Fisher, who is 99 years, 8 months and 3 days, was born in Whitley County in 1918 and has spent nearly a century living here.

Fisher had one child in her life in Columbia City, Steve Fisher,

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who went on to have a daughter, Debbie Fisher.

After receiving the awards for longest living resident and oldest resident of Columbia City, Fisher was asked what she thought of getting the awards. Seeming to not hear the question, her son Steve answered, “I think it makes you hard of hearing!”

While the family had a good laugh, Debbie said that on the way to get the award she asked her grandmother what she thought about it all and Pauline told her, “That’s pretty cool.”

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There were many food vendors at the event, and the Union Township Fire Department displayed a large American flag.

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The annual fireworks display was put on by Camtor Pyrotechnics.

Baseball players competed in the “maroon and gold” games at the park on fireworks night.

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Community calendar 13. July

• 2018 Whitley County 4-H Fair: begins July 13 with events starting at 8 a.m. The fair ends July 19 at the conclusion of the auction.

14. July

• Annual ice cream social: at Sugar Grove Church of God, 5019 E. 500 S.-57, Churubusco, is from 4-8 p.m. Menu includes: hot sandwiches, homemade ice cream and desserts. Carolaires performs at 4 p.m. Shepherd’s Brass performs at 4:30 p.m., featuring soloist Jacob Skinner. Bryan Duncan, Christian Contemporary singer from California, performs from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Entertainment for children is provided by T.A.G. Art Company. Free-will denotations are accepted.

• “Lemon-icious at the Fair”: is the theme of this year’s special baking contest to be held at the 4-H Center during the Whitley County 4-H Fair. The contest is free and open to all Whitley County residents. All entries must include real lemon or juice and the recipe must be included with the entry. Entries will be accepted from noon-2 p.m., judging will begin at 2:15 p.m., winners will be announced at approximately 3 p.m. Entries will not be returned to the participant and will be used as the cakewalk prizes. For more information or a registration form, contact the Whitley County Extension Office at 115 S. Line St., Columbia City, (260) 244-7615, (260) 625-3313, cbarnett@purdue.edu or the website, extention.purdue.edu/whitley. Pre-registration is encouraged.

• History of Rock n’ Roll: Peabody Public Library Adult Department welcomes Professor Steve Walley of IPFW to share some history on rock n’ roll, beginning at 11 a.m.

15. July

• Bryan Duncan: is performing at Sugar Grove First Church of God, 5019 E. 500 S.-57, Churubusco, at the 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services. He has been a Christian Contemporary singer, songwriter and musician since 1973, with over one million in record sales, 16 number-one radio hits, winning four Dove awards and inducted into the Christian Music Hall of Fame in 2007.

16. July

• Building Robots Rocks: Join the Peabody Public Library in the computer classes/tech to build robots out of recycled materials. The program starts at 1 p.m. Sign up online or call (260) 244-5541 to register.

18. July

• Whitley County Patriots Annual Military Appreciation Night: The Whitley County Patriots will host its annual Military Appreciation Night at 7 p.m. at the Columbia City Church of the Nazarene, 506 N. Main St. The featured speaker is Major Robert Bohn retired U.S. Air Force.

• Cook Talk & Taste: Peabody Public Library will be hosting Cook Talk & Taste in the Adult Department at 6 p.m. for the public to learn and try new delicious recipes from local chefs and foodies.

• Demolition Derby: (including Powder Puff) begins at 7 p.m. at the 4-H Grandstand. General admission is $10. Pit-side admission is $15.

19. July

• Summer Concert Series: Chain O’Lakes Chorus performs at 7 p.m. in the South Whitley Town Park Gazebo. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. In the event of rain, the event will be moved inside the South Whitley Public Library.

21. July

• Savannah Labenz Memorial Fundraiser: The 1st annual co-ed kickball tournament, a fundraiser for the Savannah Labenz Memorial, begins at 8 a.m. at the Churubusco Town Park. The double elimination tournament will also include a 50/50 drawing, silent auction, food, drinks and T-shirts. The event will raise money for the annual $500 scholarship in Labenz’ name. The family also sponsors a youth travel softball team in honor of Labenz called, “Blazin’ Reds.” Labenz was killed in a car accident in 2014.

She was a graduate of Churubusco High School. If interested in donating or being a sponsor, contact Shelly Labenz at 609-1513 or 266-5712, or email savannahlabenzmemorialfund@gmail.com.

• Frankenstein movie marathon: Join Peabody Public Library all day for the greatest Frankenstein movies. Popcorn and pop will be available.

• Professor Steve and the science of Frankenstein: Witness the

wonder of Frankenstein as Professor Steve demonstrates many of the concepts from the book and the movies at 1 p.m. in the Adult Department of the Peabody Public Library

22. July

• Turtle Town Players: Benefit concert for Rob Ransom is at 2 p.m. at the Churubusco United Methodist Churuch.

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31. July

• “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 6-8 p.m. at the South Whitley Community Public Library.

Reservations due by July 27. 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: www.extension.purdue. edu

• Family Feast and Fireworks Night TinCaps game: Enjoy a game with friends and neighbors to support Churubusco Main Street, sponsored by the Churubusco Rotary Club. A ticket includes a buffet with soft drinks one hour before the game (6:05 p.m.) until 30 minutes after the first pitch. The cost is $30 for those age 8 and over and $20 for ages 7 and under. A portion of each ticket benefits Churubusco Main Street.

• 2018 MS Football Camp: is at Columbia City High School, 600 N. Whitley St., Columbia City, from 5:30-7 p.m. starting July 23 and ending July 26. The purpose of the camp is to expose young players to the great game of football and teach them to play the game at a higher level. The cost is $50 per camper, with a $10 deduction for each additional child a family enrolls, and the fee includes a camp T-shirt and instructions by high school staff and players. The camp will accept walk-up registration. For information, contact Brett Fox at foxbn@wccsonline.com

• Cruise in to support Junior Achievement: at a free, familyfriendly 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.

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7. August

• Salsa making class: at the South Whitley Public Library begins at 6 p.m. Learn how to turn tomatoes, peppers, onions and other fresh vegetables into tasty salsas provided by Olive Twist. The cost is $10. Pre-register at the information desk.

25. July

• Meet the Author: Author Jim Pickett will be at the Peabody Public Library at 6 p.m. to meet people and discuss his historical fiction book, The Bones of Kekionga.

26. July

• “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 9:30-11:30 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. or 6-8 p.m. at the 4-H Center in Columbia City. Reservations due by July 23. 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: www. extension.purdue.edu.

• Social Security check up: Gregg Palmer will be leading a class about what is needed for social security benefits at 6 p.m. in the Adult Department of the Peabody Public Library. Sign up online or call (260) 244-5541 to register.

• Women’s Lunch Series – You are not a fraud! Don’t be your own worst critic!: is at noon at the Whitley County Chamber of Commerce, 128 W. Van Buren St., Columbia City. In this friendly, interactive workshop you will learn about ‘Imposter Syndrome,’ a pattern of thinking in which a person, women especially, doubts their accomplishments and fears they will be exposed as a ‘fraud.’

The workshop will cover why we strive for an image of perfection, how to stop negative talk, unrealistic demands and expectations, self-doubt and accepting achievements and praise from others.

The cost is $15/person. RSVP by July 20 through the Chamber of Commerce, (260) 248-8131, office@whitleychamber.com.

28. July

• Annual Hog Roast Fundraiser: for the Union Township Volunteer Fire Department is at Paige’s Crossing, 4-9 p.m. Hog roast meal and wristband meal (wristband meal includes unlimited rides and a meal).

30. July

• “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 Churubusco Town Hall. Reservations due by July 26. 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@

4. August

• Whitley County Conservation Day Camp: is a fun and exciting way to get your kids outside this summer. The camp costs $10/child, ages 9 to 13, and is from 9:15 a.m.-2:30 p.m., lunch provided, at Camp Whitley. Kids will get to shoot skeet, archery, build a bird house, play games, see different kinds of reptiles and go swimming. Call Nadean 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 August 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: www.extension. purdue.edu

18. August

• 4th Annual Churubusco Public Library Fine Arts Festival: will be from noon-6 p.m. on Washington Street. People can start off at the festival and head into 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.

22. September

• 4th Annual Lord’s Acre Festival: will be hosted at Etna United Methodist Church, 425 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-first-serve 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) 2550708 or Chirsty Garau at (260) 255-0707.

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Barn painting auction at 4-H Fair will help pay for windmill CONTRIBUTED COLUMBIA CITY — The Whitley County Agricultural Museum and 4-H Learning Center has received a donation of a Flint and Walling windmill from the Tom Drew Family.

The windmill will be placed at the front of the museum near the new driveway. The proceeds from the barn painting auction will be used to help pay for installation and restoration of the windmill.

The auction is Saturday, July 14 at 1 p.m. at the Ag Museum during the 4-H Fair.

The cost includes moving the windmill to the museum, pouring a strong foundation for the 54-foot windmill, and repairing the head and fan.

The museum would like to set up a pump and a horse tank with recirculating water to show how the windmill provided water for farm and family.

“Many people have never seen a windmill in action and it is hoped that this exhibit will provide a learning experience for all our visitors,” said Ron Myer, of the Ag Museum.

Tom and Marilyn Drew purchased their farm from the Daniel Brothers on Old Trail Road in 1963.

This Model 24 Flint and Walling windmill was used to water the cattle that the Daniel Brothers raised and processed to provide the people of Whitley County and northern Indiana with a supply of food from their meat market.

In 1888, Leopold Daniel opened a meat market at 119 S. Main St. in Columbia City. In 1903, the business was turned over to sons Harry and Lee Daniel and in 1910 the business was known as Daniel Bros. Inc. In 1934 the business had grown so that the average meat tonnage was 8 million pounds per year.

The business continued to grow with an employment of 211 people and a fleet of 34 trucks that delivered meat to northern Indiana.

In May of 1948, the plant was riddled with fire and a new more modern plant was opened in September of that year. The plant continued

to do business in Columbia City and northern Indiana until the death of the Daniel brothers, Harry and Lee, in the 1950s.

The auction will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, July 14, at the Ag Museum. There will be 13 barn paintings up for auction. The paintings were done by Dr. Robert Kroeger of Cincinnati, Ohio.

The following was written by Kroger: “The Savior” Mike Copp owns this barn, which is about 200 yards away from one of my favorites, a barn I painted last year. Its roof was sagging and boards were missing, giving it charm and character, at least in my opinion. Like many other deteriorating barns I’ve painted, it’s now gone, only a memory, though it’s still present in my painting, wherever it may be.

This 1920s barn, much smaller than its big brother, was used to house cattle. And it was used for weighing “The Savior” cattle – as the crumbling weighing station in front – attests. The cattle would walk onto industrial strength scales, get weighed, and then taken to market. The ones over 1,000 pounds fetched the best prices, Ron told me.

So, yes, the scales were as tough as the farmers. But there’s more to this story.

A Mr. Peabody owned the farm during the Great Depression, a terrible time for farmers, especially when the weather was unkind. But Simon Jack Peabody grew up long before the Depression and he knew poverty, “We lived in such poverty as children that I determined to get ahead if hard work would accomplish such a thing.” When his father died, he, at 15, became the provider for his mother and younger brother. Luckily for Simon, the railroad provided a job for him – sawing wood – which he

kept for two years. Then, at 17 — kids grew up quickly in those days – he started his own shingle mill. Within a few years he partnered with Eli Meiser to build a sawmill in Columbia City.

That, presumably, was a larger mill and it opened in 1871. Immigrants and folks from the crowded east were moving in, building homes and barns. Seemingly, the sawmill business had a healthy market.

But, a year later, after suffering through a bitter winter, Meiser sold his share of the business to Simon, now the sole owner. Unfortunately, times became hard: the railroad couldn’t pay him for the timber he cut, orders became scarce, and his men went unpaid. By the fall of 1872, Simon Jack Peabody was broke.

But he didn’t give up and, with a bit of good fortune, orders for lumber started growing, coming in from Pullman Car, Chicago Northwestern, and McCormick Reaper.

Even the Studebaker Wagon Company – the same company that hired my great-grandfather who immigrated here from Germany in 1885 – gave him orders. His reputation for delivering good quality lumber helped his career to blossom and he eventually became a multi-millionaire, playing golf in Florida with the likes of John D. Rockefeller.

Then the Depression hit.

Unemployment. Bread lines.

Businessmen jumping out of tall buildings in the cities.

Banks going under. But not here in Columbia City, thanks to Mr. Peabody. He loaned the bank $275,000 to keep it afloat – when farmers couldn’t make their payments. His noble generosity helped the bank to survive and, with it, many farmers to keep their farms.

Yes, he was the savior of Whitley County. He died in

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1933, leaving behind many I met Connie Reimer, the “P-Dome” other legacies, including owner of this massive barn, Domed stadiums are the Peabody Library in we didn’t know the treat we nothing new in the arena Columbia City. were in for. In the oldest of major league baseball “Meadowbrook Lane” section of the barn the beams and the National Football The title of the painting were hand-hewn and long, League. But, reminds me just the kind that Montana before these of a tune by billionaires want for their colossal the Beatles, magnificent mountain concrete “Penny homes. The timbers made creations Lane.” As the me wish I was there to see entered words go, the pioneers cutting the tree mainstream “Penny Lane down, carving the beams, life, there was is in my ears and then raising them to the “P-Dome.” and in my support the barn. All without I’ve done eyes. There “Meadowbrook Lane” modern equipment. It’s a paintings of beneath the blue giant – 100 by 60 feet with several barns suburban skies five haymows. But, sadly, where farmers nailed a hoop I sit, and meanwhile back nowadays the barn is less to the hand-hewn beams, … in Penny Lane there’s a useful than it was 150 years sometimes two hoops if the fireman with an hourglass, ago. size of the barn allowed, and in his pocket is a portrait It sits next to a large and kids played basketball of the queen … He likes to pond, formerly a quarry – inside, out of the weather, keep his fire engine clean … that Connie rented to gravel year round. Kerry & Marna It’s a clean machine.” companies. She also grants Perlich’s sons played basketWell, this is not suburbia access to some of her 146 ball here, on a makeshift and there’s no queen to acres to deer hunters. In court made by their father honor, but there is a lot exchange, they give her in the barn’s loft, and they of love and tradition and some of the venison. Fair called this “The P-Dome” – respect for this barn, which enough. And they leave the after the Perlich family. is well maintained. In fact, a wild turkeys alone. Good Kerry and Marna Perlich, sign on the barn shows pride guys. But this entrepreneur, descendants of Lloyd Perlich of ownership: “Meadowformerly employed by – who purchased the farm in brook Lane, since 1957, WalMart for 15 years, saved 1935 –have done their best McDevitt.” It’s a clean the best for last. “Would you to preserve the barn, adding machine. like to see my barn? I’m metal siding and a metal Ron and I met 92-yearpretty proud of it,” she asked roof. I don’t usually paint old Jean McDevitt on a us, referring to the new barns with metal siding, but, chilly overcast November metal-clad pole barn. since Ron took photos in afternoon, who kindly As she entered the barn, 2016 of the original wood allowed us to forage for Connie glowed, explaining siding, I made an exception. wood inside the barn. On the that she built this 20 And, when Marna showed rear of the granary, inscribed years ago, me her in wood is the date 1879 envisioning husband’s and a name – either Myers it as a source woodworking or Byers, probably referring of income shop, I knew to the barn builders. Jean to fund her I’d made the told us that she and her late retirement. right choice: husband bought the farm Partially Kerry will – 116 acres – in 1957 and true. You make the raised corn and cattle. She see, Connie frames for this farmed it for 55 years – a is a ringer painting from “Horseshoes” pretty good track record – horseshoe barn wood. It and kept going until it was champion. You was a matter of physically too difficult. don’t want to play her for skill – his versus mine. Not As Jean wrote to me, money. Just look at her much debate there. “for many years it was a trophies along the wall.

Marna told me the barn gathering place for young Kind of like Jack Nicklaus may have been built in men and boys to play basketbuilding his own golf course.

1928, not the best way to ball,” which Jean referred The barn is heated by start a farm – a year before to as “barn ball.” It was so a geothermal system and the beginning of the Great popular from the late 1950s it’s long enough to have Depression. She sent me to the early 1970s that it was several horseshoe pits. an advertisement dated in difficult to find a place to Scoring boards dot the walls.

1935 for their farm “Farm park. The lads knew it was An American flag hangs.

Number 426. Price: $65 safe and they felt welcome.

Connie told us that the sport per acre.” It encouraged But, as the years passed, is dying, even though the buyers with, “Buy that Jean insisted that the boys National Horseshoe Hall farm NOW! Convenient, sign in – to let their parents of Fame isn’t too far away easy-to-pay terms may know that they were here in St. Louis, Ind. “The old be arranged.” I wonder if and not somewhere else. boys and gals have trouble anything was easy in the “We love the barn,” Jean with their legs, have bad 1930s and I’d guess that wrote, “and we have tried shoulders, and their backs not much was convenient. to preserve it the best we hurt. Some have trouble Marna explained, “To make could.” After nearly 150 seeing.” The younger crowd ends meet, Lloyd’s two older years of work and play, isn’t too interested.” sons went door to door to the barn looks spotless, But Ron, Ron and I sell vegetables, eggs, and testifying to McDevitt were. So we tossed, taking chickens.” Surviving in those attention. advantage, as Connie days meant working hard to The composition directed, of a forward line, keep the bank away. appealed to me: a long red reserved for older folks. It But survive they did. fencing leading up a short was fun, taking me back Kerry was born after the rise to the barn, which was to decades ago when I war in 1947 and married also painted red. Painted threw horseshoes. Now it’s Marna in the late 1960s. white arches framed its cloths filled with weight – They raised doors and a cornhole. I’ll take horseshoes their family monstrous anytime. And, no, we didn’t in the same spruce take Connie up on her offer farmhouse guarded of a money game. that Kerry and the right.

Dr. Kroeger’s career his brothers Woods, now includes a 30-year dental grew up in. missing leaves practice and four years in And I’m sure with winter the U.S. Navy. Now retired, their boys approaching, he paints barns in the oil spent many stretched “P-Dome” impasto technique. He happy hours across the frames the paintings with shooting baskets horizon. A reclaimed wood from the with their friends, honing hardwood had just shed century-old barns, adding their skills, and having fun its leaves, the orange more history to his art. … in the “P-Dome.” and yellow dotting the “Horseshoes” foreground. Yes, it was a