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The Peru Circus says:

#theshowmustgoon

Two performers walk through two lines of jugglers while avoiding collision with clubs and rings during a performance at the Peru Circus. The 501c3 organization

By Michelle Boswell mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com The Peru Amateur sent out an SOS and the public has been responding in a big way.

John Kirk, Publicity Vice President for Circus City Festival, Inc., put this message on Facebook Jan. 27 and added a hashtag: #theshowmustgoon. “2020 was a difficult year for many families, busi-

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launched a fundraiser on social media that has raised over $50,000 so far. Photo provided by Circus City Festival, Inc.

nesses, and nonprofits. Like many other organizations, our program has suffered financially. Without the revenue of ticket sales from last year, and the potential impact COVID will have this year, we find ourselves in a tough position. We are facing a very real possibility of having to close our doors permanently. In the past, we have survived on benefactors, membership fees, and ticket revenue. Our circus board has been working tirelessly on applying for as

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many grants as possible and will continue to do so.

However, our fear is, it will not be enough.

We know this program has been changing lives and entertaining fans from all over the country since 1960. In order to continue doing so, we are calling on fans, family, and alumni for support. Over the next three months we are starting a Facebook campaign to See Circus, Page 2

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raise $50,000 for operating expenses.

This seems like a daunting goal, but we have over 5,000 likes on Facebook.

That means if each one of you would be able to donate $10 each, we would surpass our goal. You can donate directly to the link below. All the proceeds will be used to keep our doors open so we can continue to impact the children and families in our community. We are asking you to "like" and "share" this post and future fundraiser posts using #theshowmustgoon.

We will do weekly updates on our goal and would love to hear stories and see pictures from alumni and fans! We have no doubt our circus family will come to the rescue!!

Facebook pays all the processing fees for you, so 100% of your donation goes directly to the nonprofit.”

As of Monday, Feb. 8, the total collected for the circus is $53,708 and growing. Kirk, who is assisted by Jenny Cole with publicity efforts for the 501c3 is more than happy with the response.

“Overwhelming.

I was surprised it took off so quickly.

We raised our initial ask of 50,000 in 10 days. I thought we would be pushing it every day to get to the point,” Kirk shared.

But after the initial goal of $50,000 was met, the circus took a leap and raised the bar higher than before. They went to a goal of $75,000.

“The Facebook fundraiser was set up for 90 days. With the great response we decided to let it run its course and increased the amount on the fundraiser.

There is still a need, the 50K was just a start,” said Kirk.

Unless one is on the board of directors for the circus, the costs involved to run the organization is mostly unknown.

Insurance, for example, is around $40,000 per year.

The fundraiser allowed the organization to write the check to the insurance company so the circus can begin preparations for practices.

Ordinarily the

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continued from Page 1 budget the circus works with is around $200,000. The circus not only puts together a show but also the downtown festival and parade.

All of this is paid for through the nonprofit.

Mark Hall, producer for the 2021 show, is pleased with the response from the community.

“Last year with no circus, parade or festival, it was unprecedented. Several board members worked hard to find creative ways to stay afloat with no income. But with the amount that we lost more was needed to be able to put together Circus 2021. I knew our community, alumni, and friends would step up and help us. They always have. However, I was speechless at the outpouring of support from everyone,” Hall said.

Hall added, “Every year we spend money on just the production of the show. Each year is different, new equipment for new acts, props, costumes, etc.

Also, maintenance on existing equipment, safety checks, heat, air, lights.

Thanks to everyone’s generosity we will be able to perform this year!”

People from all over the country, as far as California, have reached out to help the circus in their time of need.

Someone “tagged” WTHR,

Channel 13, Indianapolis, about the fundraiser and the station did a story.

The “normal” schedule circus folks are used to following is around the corner.

Hall has been making plans and has already met with the circus trainers.

While he does have some dates set for the upcoming season, all are, so to speak, in the air and could be changed depending on restrictions with COVID-19.

“The mechanics of preparing for roundup and practice are going like any other year.

Trainer meetings, paperwork, etc. One thing is easy this year. We have the show that we set up last year already on paper. We will adjust a few things, but we will be ready to go in March. Round up will be Sunday, March 7, at 1 p.m.

Details to follow on the process. It may have to be done in shifts. Practice will start Monday, March 15. First cuts are tentatively scheduled for April 2 with final cuts April 23,” Hall said.

As Hall continues to monitor the situation concerning COVID and its restrictions, all of the board of directors will continue to witness the outpouring of generosity that is being displayed through social media.

“Over the last 20 years, I have been in-

volved in the production side (of the circus) more than half of those years. Circus has been a huge part of my entire family’s life for all of those years.

Last year was very different and very hard. I am looking forward to summer at the circus one more time,” Hall shared.

Kirk, who didn’t have reservations about the fundraiser but was more concerned about the amount had this to say, “50K is a lot of money, even though our yearly budget is closer to 200K. It is a lot to ask, but it truly is a great program, and the response to the fundraiser proves that.”

Now that the organization has cleared their first goal, they are asking those who have not donated yet to consider doing so.

“There is still a need, the 50K was just a start,” Kirk said.

If anyone would like to donate to the Peru Circus, they can go to the Facebook page, “The Show Must Go On.” A donate button is on the page where payment information can be added. Those who are not comfortable with donating online can send checks to: Circus City Festival, Inc., 154 N. Broadway, Peru, Indiana. 46970.

The circus office phone number is 765472-3918 if more information is needed.

February 10, 2021

Patrick Redmon continues art classes at MCAG (Peru) - The Miami County Artisan Gallery (MCAG) 20 North Broadway, Peru, Indiana, has scheduled an ongoing Wednesday series, "Painting Acrylics with Patrick Redmon."

February dates are the 3, 10, 17 & 24. The times are 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Costs is $25 per class for non-members.

MCAG Members pay $20 per class. All individuals ages 12+ and at all levels of abilities are invited.

Materials are furnished, masks and social distancing followed, and light refreshments will be provided.

Mr. Patrick Redmon, artist, is a Peru native, world traveler, an

St. Charles Church to host drive-thru fish fry St. Charles Catholic Church will have a drive thru fish fry on Feb. 19 to begin the Lenten season.

Tickets are $10 and can be purchased the day of the event or in the parish office. Organizers ask for those attending to enter from Sixth Street. For more information, call 765473-5543.

aw a r d - w i n n i n g artist, art teacher at Maconaquah Middle School, a musician, a chess teacher, a tennis coach, and has a chocolate company and art studio in the Miami County Artisan Gallery.

Class members will enjoy developing unique skills in acrylic color. They will learn basic brushwork, color blending and selection, color the-

ory, and how to use the grid method for increasing accuracy and subject sizing.

These classes will encourage the use of 3-color schemes with an additional "splash" of colors and highlights.

Students can find out how to paint the newest techniques. After closing each class with a positive critique session, participants will mix and mingle to enjoy the refreshments and network.

For more information, contact Marlene Mickelson, MS, CRA, Artpreneur MCAG Executive Director. marlenemickelsoncompton1@g mail.com O: 765919-4278, C: 765244-3242

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Obituaries

Constance Connie Mongosa, 81

Constance (Connie) Mongosa, 81, of Peru, passed away on Friday, February 5, 2021 at Dukes Memorial Hospi-

tal.

Arrangements are pending, and have been entrusted to FlowersLeedy Funeral Home.

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Marlene June Kline, 88

Marlene June Kline, 88, Mexico, passed away at 3:35 a.m., Saturday morning, Jan. 30, 2020, at her residence.

Born Oct. 3, 1932, in Deedsville, Indiana, she was the daughter of Thomas “John” J. and ices. Burial will take Blanche H. (Grock) Fitzplace at Crider Chapel patrick. On June 8, 1952, Cemetery. she was married to Arrangements have Robert E. “Bob” Kline, been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. and he preceded her in death Oct. 4, 2015.

Family and friends may She was a member of sign the online guestthe Oakdale Baptist book at www.FlowerChurch in Peru and was a sLeedyAllen.com. graduate of Deedsville High School. She enjoyed playing bingo, Euchre, and other card games. grandchildren: Brandy She loved her family and Watson, Brooke Watson (de- cherished the times they gathered around her table ceased), Dana Watson, for a meal and card Jason White (Kimberly), games. Over the years, Grace Moore, Bryon White she faithfully supported (Whitney), James Craig (Heather), Jerald Craig (de- her husband and his membership in the Mexceased), and Jeremy Craig; ico Lions Club, where she also 12 great-grandkids, and volunteered many hours 6 great-great-grandkids. fixing pies and helping Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

Janice Ann Baker, 78 Janice Ann Baker, 78, of Peru, passed away at 12:54 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, at Dukes Memorial Hospital.

She was born in Peru in October 1942 to Herman and Genevieve (Anthony) Cox. She married Rodrick R. Baker, and he

survives. Janice was a homemaker.

She is survived by her husband, and their son, Steven Baker, of Peru.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and a sister, Katherine Shank.

There will be no serv-

Reva Mae Craig-Bates, 93 Reva Mae Craig-Bates, 93, went to be with her Heavenly Father Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021, at Woodbridge Health Campus in Logansport, Indiana.

She was born April 13, 1927, in Frenchburg, Kentucky; one of 13 children to William and Ollie Mullins.

She married Elwood C. Craig Sept. 10, 1949, in Frenchburg, Kentucky, at the Missionary Baptist Church. He preceded her in death in 1988. She married Dewy Bates April 15, 2000, and he preceded her in death in 2010.

Reva loved to play her guitar and sing. She also loved her family – especially her grandkids. Family holidays Thanksgiving and

Christmas were very special to her, because she got to be with all of her family.

Reva was a great cook.

She had three children – Sharon Watson (David - deceased), Barbara White (Robert), and Donald Craig (Sharon); as well as 9

There will be no services at this time. A memorial service is planned for a later date. Interment will take place at Ever-Rest Memorial Park in Logansport, Indiana.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

with fundraisers.

She is survived by two daughters, Theresa Hight, Rochester; and Annette “Andy” Raider, and husband Fred, Denver; eight grandchildren, Tim Hight, Christopher Hight, Alicia Fuller, Ashley Yearling, Ryan Raider, Tyler Kline, Erica Kline, and Christina King; eight great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Roberta “Bobbi” Roth, Ft. Wayne, and Kay Fisher, Peru.

She was preceded in death by her parents, hus-

Carla May Parker, 68

Carla May Parker, 68, of Amboy, Indiana, passed away at 12:10 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, June 11, 1952, the daughter of John and Vivian Barnhart Day. Carla married James A. Parker Feb. 16, 1974, and he survives.

Carla was a 1970 graduate of Lincoln High and several nieces and School in Cambridge nephews. He was preceded in City, Indiana, and a 1974 death by his parents and one graduate of Taylor Unisister, Carolyn Williams. versity. She attended the Funeral services will be held Sugar Grove Community for immediate family only. A Church in Greensfork, recording of the service will be Indiana. Carla was emavailable on his obituary page ployed by the Chrysler at http://www.mcclainfh.com Corporation in Kokomo, Monday afternoon. Public visi- Indiana, and a member of UAW Local 685. tation was from 10 a.m. until

Josh Michael Akemon, “Junior,” 65 Josh Michael Akemon, “Junior,” 65, Lafayette, passed away at 5:18 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021, at Franciscan Health, Lafayette East.

Born April 26, 1955, in Hazard, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Josh and Elsie (Spurlock) Akemon. On Jan. 15, 1983, in Peru, Indiana, he was married to Barbara A. (Caldwell) Ritchie, who survives. He was a 1974 graduate of North Miami High School, where he played football, and retired after 25 years from SIA in Lafayette. He played drums and guitar in several different bands and loved old cars, owning and restoring several over the years. He will be remembered as a hard-working man who loved the Lord. Along with some friends, he helped build the Rochester Church of God and was a member of Faith Church, Lafayette.

Survivors include his wife,

Barbara A. Akemon, Lafayette; three children, Charles D. “Chuck” Ritchie, Florida; Dawn A. (C.J.) Barngrover; and Joshua M. (Bailey) Akemon, Lafayette; eight grandchildren, Haley Thomason, Georgia; Scarlett Ritchie, Florida; Faith, Nevaeh, and Avery Barngrover, Monticello; and Layton, Declan, and Brennan Akemon, Delphi; two sisters, Lois Jean (Harry) Moses, Ohio; and Shirley (William) Coahran, Macy; one brother, Bob Akemon, Peru;

12:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, at Soller-Baker Funeral Home, 400 Twyckenham Blvd., Lafayette, Indiana, with pastor Kevin Wathen officiating. A public graveside service was held at 3 p.m. Sunday at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester, Indiana.

Arrangements were jointly entrusted to McClain Funeral Home, Denver, and Soller-Baker Funeral Home, Lafayette. Condolences may be sent online at http://www.mcclainfh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Relay for Life.

band, one son, David A. Kline, and sisters, Patricia Allman, Margaret VanDalsen, Katherine Thomson, Lavanche “Sue” Dillman, and brothers, Leonard, Leon, Thomas, and Richard Fitzpatrick.

Funeral services were private with pastor Eric Alwine officiating. The service was livestreamed at www.mcclainfh.com/lives tream at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 5, 2021. Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico, Indiana.

Visitation was from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021, at the funeral home.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.

Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Greenlawn Cemetery Association.

Carla was an avid collector of penguins and snow babies. She also enjoyed scrapbooking.

Family was very important to Carla and she was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

Throughout her life, Carla demonstrated her

compassion and gentleness to everyone she met.

She was the matriarch of the family.

Surviving in addition to her husband Jim are daughters Heather Stevens and her husband Jeff of Peru and Tiffany Reed and her husband Stuart of Fort Wayne, grandchildren Nathaniel Stevens, Riley Stevens, Hannah Reed, Caden Reed, Benjamin Reed and Oliver Reed, brothers Adrian Day of Kingston, Tennessee, and David Day of Cambridge City, Indiana, and a sister Beva Felmy and her husband Steve of Indianapolis. She was preceded in death by her parents and a son Ryan Parker.

Sally Crum, 62 Sally Crum, 62 of Peru, passed away Jan. 28, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Huntington, West Virginia, April 13, 1958.

Sally married Russell Crum and he preceded her in death.

Sally graduated from Chesapeake High School.

She was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed her buddy, her dog Chloe.

Surviving are her chil-

dren Corey Thompson and his wife Sarah of Minnesota, Courtney Wanamaker of Louisiana and Whitney Crum of Peru; grandchildren Kedren Merrix and Karsen Merrix; two brothers and her dog Chloe.

Sally was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Russell.

A service celebrating the life of Sally Crum will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been

entrusted to the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, Peru.

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Obituaries Biddie Jean Reffitt, 84 Biddie Jean Reffitt, 84, Peru, passed away Monday, Feb. 1, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru.

Born Feb. 11, 1936, in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Henry Bradley and Nona Ousley Bradley. On April 20, 1952, in Martin, Kentucky, she was married to Harold Reffitt, and he preceded her in death March 30, 2018.

She enjoyed crocheting, fishing, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Harold and Biddie were well-known for their garden, she spent many long hours tending to their crop, snapping beans, and putting up food for the rest of the year.

Survivors include one son, Carl (Jill)

Reffitt, Peru; two daughters-in-law, Brenda Reffitt, Rochester; Connie J. Reffitt, Rochester; several grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, one brother, Lee (Mary Lou) Bradley, Denver; and one sister, Mimie (Monroe) Howard, Martin, Kentucky.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Marcus J. Reffitt, and Harold W. Reffitt; one

granddaughter, Stephanie Jo Reffitt; and one grandson, David Schakel; five brothers: Mont Bradley, Dennis Bradley, Adam Bradley, Leo Bradley and Cleo Bradley; five sisters: Loretta Hurd, Aggie Click, Sabra Bradley, Renis Baldridge, and Arvilla Sloan.

Funeral services were held at 3 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at McClain Funeral Home. Burial was in Fulton Cemetery.

Visitation was from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, at the funeral home.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

Dale Leon Skinner, 88 Dale Leon Skinner, 88, Twelve Mile, passed away at 5 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at his residence.

Born June 1, 1932, in Twelve Mile, Indiana, he was the son of Everett and Catherine (English) Skinner. On Sept. 18, 1955, at the Miami Baptist Church, he was married to Marian B. Flory, and she preceded him in death on April 28, 2019.

After graduating from Twelve Mile High School in 1950, he joined the United States Navy, where he served in Key West, Florida. With his brother, he owned and operated Skinner’s TV, Appliance, and Grocery Store in Twelve Mile.

He was a member of the

former Twelve Mile United Methodist Church and had recently been attending Skinner Chapel. He had been a member of the Twelve Mile Lions Club, and he served on the Twelve Mile Fire Department for over fiftyfive year.

Survivors include

three sons, Mike (Karen) Skinner, Denver, IA; Dave (Carol) Skinner, Logansport; and Tom (Pat) Skinner, Twelve Mile; fourteen grandchildren; twentynine great-grandchildren; and one sister, Janet Dunderman, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and one brother, Frederick E. Skinner.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.

Marriage licenses Matthew Luke Changet, The following individuals applied for marriage li- 20, and Alisha Grace Hess, 20. censes at the Miami Brandon James WesselCounty Courthouse. man, 28, and Leah Jean Conklin, 25.

Dec. 8 Brandon Layton BalenPablo Oyervides, 20 and Ada Alicia Argueta tine, 25 and Cheyanne Elaine Fagan, 24.

Acuna, 32.

Joshua Joseph Lee HinDec. 9 kle, Jr., 20 and Tori Linn Nathaniel Jason Sears, 39, and Ashley Joy LamLambert, 18.

Dec. 23 son, 36.

Dec. 11 Michael C. Laney, 55, and Kiley E. Stone, 32.

Jason Allen BC Brown, 42, and Brandi Nichole Dec. 28 Jessica Lynn Martinez, Bone, 34.

32, and Travis Levi Judy, Dec. 14 Zachary Tanner Yard, 21, 28. and Kayla Iesha Marie Jeremiah Seth Spears, 22 Miller, 28. and Courtney Ann Frazier, 22.

Dec. 16 Caleb Deryll Tague, 23, Bayley Ann Lancaster, and Josey Lynn Sites, 22.

22, and Kandise Precious Dec. 18 Star Popham, 20.

Monty Jerome Artrip, 56, Zachary Allen Herand Danielle Lynn Croschberger, 30 and Amy mas, 47.

Ilene Heater, 40.

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James Michael Marshall, 35, and Jennifer Lynne Lane, 34.

Jan. 4 Gregory Paul McConahay, 45, and Michelle Rana Burrow, 46.

Jan. 6 Tylor James Frazier, 19, and Gabrielle Machelle Comer, 18.

Jan. 7 Edward George Crowe, 64, and Tina Marie Phelps, 58.

Jan. 11 Ruby Jo Faith Sharp, 18, and Brayden Wayne Bockover, 19.

Quinten Taylor Hines, 20, and Kaitlyn Marie Daub, 20.

Nicholas Richard Crome, 27, and Jessica Christine Frazier, 24.

Jan. 12 Joy Nicole Hartman, 25, and Bradley Lee Banush, 26.

Opinion

Legislators afraid of informed public There is no doubt that Indiana residents believe in government transparency. Unfortunately, the same can’t be said about our legislators in Indianapolis.

The Indiana House of Representatives is expected to consider House Bill 1498 this week, a measure that will do away with a longstanding check on government – the publishing of public notices in newspapers beginning in the summer of 2022. The measure would give local government units the alternative to publish notices on a website controlled by the government unit, severely damaging the checks and balances currently in place.

The idea of public notices has been popular long before the advent of newspapers. The earliest known form of a public notice – the Code of Hammurabi – was carved on a pillar in Babylon some 1,700 years before the birth of Christ. In 1665, the London Gazette began carrying notices from the English King’s Court and public officials of London and outlaying regions.

Through colonial times, state governments used newspapers to publish notices and the new federal government followed suit in 1789.

In fact, the acts of the first session of the U.S. Congress required the Secretary of State to publish all “bills, orders, resolutions and congressional votes” in at least three publicly available newspapers.

In Indiana, the use of public notices predates statehood. Territorial Gov. William Henry Harrison offered $500 to a printer who would start a newspaper in Vincennes so he could disseminate the laws of the territory. Elihu Stout took him up on the challenge and published the first edition of the Indiana Gazette on July 4, 1804, more than a decade before Indiana became a state.

Local government advocates believe allowing governmental units an option on communicating with its constituents will result in savings to taxpayers. What they fail to point out is that it also will reduce the chances that Hoosiers will see the public notices, thus reducing or eliminating transparency the public now has.

A 2017 survey found out that 63 percent of Hoosiers want public notices to be published in their local newspaper even when the question noted that it could cost government units several thousands of dollars. That same survey determined that the public would be 60 percent less likely to read a public notice if published on a government website, rather than in a newspaper.

The government advocates also fail to mention that newspapers can’t arbitrarily decide what to charge government units to publish their

notices. The General Assembly capped what newspapers can charge state and local governments in 1927. The Hoosier State Press Association estimates all public notices published in a year cost the average adult Hoosier just $1.06 of their tax dollars, a small fraction of the millions now budgeted on the state and local levels.

There is no doubt that today’s technology was not dreamed of by the founding fathers of both the nation and the state. Newspaper publishers recognize that technology has changed drastically. In fact, Indiana law requires that newspapers, in addition to the publication of notices in print, must post their public notices on their websites at no additional cost to the government unit. Additionally, the HSPA has been collecting notices from its 150 member newspapers and posting them on indianapublicnotices.com, again at no cost to the state or local government units or anyone using the site.

Officials at the HSPA have reached out to the leadership of the four legislative caucuses and committed to bring the Legislature a comprehensive modernization of the state’s public notice policy for consideration in the 2022 legislative session.

HB 1498 begins and ends the public discussion of an important public policy that is an essential element of our democracy. The question deserves more thought and more input to craft a policy addressing all the elements of effective public notice which have been essential to the democratic process for centuries.

Are Indiana lawmakers afraid of an informed public? They may argue no, but this measure sends a totally different message.

We encourage and urge our readers to contact our legislators in the Indiana House of Representatives and the Indiana Senate to vote against this measure if and when it comes up for a vote.

Here are local legislators and how they can be reached: Senator Stacey Donato, 200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, 46204 or call 1-800-382-9467.

Congressional Represenative: Jackie Walorski 202 Lincolnway East, Suite 101, Mishawaka, IN 46544 or call 574-204-2645.

Indiana Senator Todd Young: 251 N. Illinois St., Suite 120 Indianapolis, IN 46204 or call 317-226-6700.

Indiana Senator, Mike Braun: 115 N. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204, or call 317-822-8240

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6 A quit claim deed was made for 15 S. Tippecanoe St., Peru.

The grantor was Elbert H. York, III. The grantee is Jason York.

A quit claim deed was made for 230 E. Canal, Peru. The grantor is Michael A. Arnold. The grantees are Michael A. Arnold and Diane R. Arnold.

A transfer on death deed was made for 4641 S. 50 W., Peru.

The grantor was Jolene D. Wilhelm. The grantees are Jolene D. Wilhelm. The grantee is Paul Patrick Wilhelm.

A quit claim deed was made for 80 W. Sixth Street, Peru.

The grantor was Neil C. Kunkle. The grantee is the Miami Nation of Indians.

A Sheriff/Marshall Deed was made for 189 John St., Bunker Hill, Indiana. The grantor was The Sheriff of Miami County. The grantee is US Bank National Association trustee.

The third party was Arthur W. White, deceased.

A quit claim deed was made for 5873 E. Daniels Road, Peru.

The grantor is Patrick J. Bell. The grantees are Patrick J. Bell and Natalie J. Bell.

A personal representative deed was made for the grantors, Deborah J. Patrick, executor and the Doris A. Mays estate. The grantee is Reeder Farms, LLC. A quit claim deed was made for 3647 E. 400 S., Peru. The grantor was Ron A. Maxwell. The grantees are Ronald A. Maxwell and Carol S. Maxwell.

A warranty deed was made for 3286 W. 1400 S., Kokomo. The grantors are Hanna Christine Briggs and Timothy D. Briggs.

The grantee is Clinton Armstrong.

A quit claim deed was made for 530 W. Main St., Peru. The grantor was Alan Day. The grantee is Cecil Bowman.

A quit claim deed was made for 530 W. Main St., Peru. The grantor was Cecil Bowman. The grantee is Rick D. Foust.

A warranty deed was made for 5769 S. 650 E., Peru. The grantors were Larry Dean Douglass and Kimberly Kay Douglass. The grantees are Jacob Hierholzer

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Land transfers/Deeds and Lindsay Long.

A warranty deed was made for 1864 S. Strawtown Pike, Peru. The grantor was Cheryl Inglehearn. The grantee is Jeremy Crume.

A warranty deed was made for 3343 E. 400 N., Peru. The grantor was Evan Michael Grantor. The grantee is John R. Metzger.

A trustee deed was made for 2814 W., 900 N., Macy. The grantors are Glenda M. Sarver revocable trust and Glenda M. Sarver, trustee. The grantees are Joseph W. Sarver, II, Michael S. Sarver and Julie M. Scully Sarver.

A warranty deed was made for 255 W. Second St., Peru. The grantor is Jason L. Herschberger and Tamara Herschberger. The grantees are Tristan C. Keller and Jasmine Minniear.

A warranty deed was made for 4917 E., 550 S., Peru. The grantors are Robert E. Vigar and Bonita M. Vigar. The grantees are Keith A. Smith and Makinsey A. Smith.

A warranty deed was made for 63 S. Huntington St., Peru.

The grantor is Keith A. Smith. The grantee is Brandon M. Clevenger.

A warranty deed was made for 107 E. Third St., Peru. The grantor Keith A. Smith. The grantee is Brandon M. Clevenger.

A warranty deed was made for 2649 S., 300 W., Peru. The grantors are Michael J. Struble and Linda K. Struble. The grantees are Larry Dean Douglass and Kimberly Kay Dou-

glass.

A warranty deed was made for 398 N. Duke St., Peru. The grantors are Kelsey M. Jones, Megan S. Lilla and Kelsey M. Lilla. The grantees are Marvin U. Jones and Kelsey M. Jones.

A trustee deed was made for 3081 N. Meridian Road, Peru.

The grantors are Eugene D. Sharp and Dale G. Sharp Revocable living trust.

A quit claim deed was made for 486 Madison Avenue, Peru. The grantor was Frank Hugh Wright. The grantee was Norma Lou Gerard.

A warranty deed was made for 2536 S. Willow Creek Drive, Peru. The grantors were Samuel D. Sylvain and Melissa E. Sylvain. The grantees are Robert Howard Neil and Theresa E. Neil.

A warranty deed was made for 63 Shields Avenue, Peru.

The grantors were Zelbert L. Phillips and Carol J. Phillips (deceased).

A quit claim deed was made for 610 E. Wabash St., Converse.

The grantors are Ronald O. Smith, Beverly J. Smith and Dawn Marie Weaver.

The grantees are Ronald O. Smith, Beverly J. Smith and Dawn Marie Hansbarger.

A transfer on death deed was made for 1961 Timber Trail, Peru. The grantors were David T. Woessner and Patricia J. Woessner. The grantees are David T. Woessner, Patricia J. Woessner, Katherine F. Gibson and Jonathan D. Woessner.

A warranty deed

was made for 3164 N. Eel River Cemetery Road, Peru. The grantors were Zachary C. Prairie and Candace L. Prairie. The grantee is Janel J. Harding.

A quit claim deed was made 357 Monroe, Peru. The grantors are John R. Madden, Sr., and Barbara L. Madden (deceased).

A warranty deed was made for 2002 W. Airport Road, Peru.

The grantors were Kerrie A. Hanawalt and Kerrie A. Hannigan. The grantees are James S. White and Georgina C. White.

A quit claim deed was made for 1206 E., 650 S., Peru. The grantor was Jackson E. Barnett. The grantees are Jackson E. Barnett. The grantees are Jackson E. Barnett and Erin Nicole Barnett.

A quit claim deed was made for 3344 W. Division Road, Peru.

The grantor is Jeremy L. Kelly. The grantees are Jeremy L. Kelly and Carrie L. Kelly.

A warranty deed was made for 1757 S. Lincoln St, Peru. The grantor was Janet Grammar. The grantees are Janet Grammar and Dennis Grammar.

A warranty deed was made for 118 W. Fifth St., Peru. The grantors were Adam M Brower and Julie L. Brower. The grantee is Edward Joseph McMullen.

A Sheriff/Marshall Deed was made for 1418 Eglin Avenue, Peru. The grantor was the Sheriff of Miami County. The grantee is Elite Realty, LLC. The third party was Jaren A. Downhour.

A quit claim deed was made for 2006 N. State Road 19, Peru.

The grantors are John M. Parkman and Cathy L. Parkman. The grantees are Jared M. Parkman, Megan A. McConnell and John M. Parkman.

A warranty deed was made for 602 W. Main St., Peru. The grantor was David K. Allen, Jr. The grantees are Tonia D. Allen and Bryan D. Corn.

A special warranty deed was made for 824 N. Broadway, Peru.

The grantor was Amber Indiana, LLC. The grantee is DD & L Associates II, LLC. A quit claim deed was made for 139 E. Broadway, Bunker Hill. The grantor was Marcia Worland. The grantee is Mitch Birchfield, Jr. A quit claim deed was made for 485 E. Main St., Peru. The grantor was Melinda Willis. The grantee is Willis Homes, LLC. A quit claim deed was made for 161 N. Grant St., Peru. The grantor was Melinda S. Willis. The grantee is Willis Homes, LLC. A quit claim deed was made for 152 W. Third St., Peru. The grantors are Melinda S. Willis and Melinda Willis. The grantees are Michael E. Willis trustee, Melinda S. Willis, trustee, and Willis Family Revocable Living Trust. The third parties were Jeffery Morehead and Briana Morehead.

A transfer on death deed as made for 3883 N. East St., Mexico.

The grantor was Kyle S. McGuire. The grantees are Kyle S. McGuire, Angela M. McGuire, Ryan C. McGuire, and Owen

M. McGuire.

A quit claim deed was made for 164 N. Yorick, Denver. The grantor was Melissa Broz. The grantee was Ronald William Rylands.

A quit claim deed was made for 133 W. Eighth St., Peru. The grantor was Barbara Trueblood. The grantee is Barbara D. Trueblood Life Estate. The grantees are Barbara D. Trueblood Life Estate, Marnie L. Radtke and Donna K. Oliver.

A warranty deed was made for 2137 W. Broadway, Bunker Hill. The grantors were Robert A. Favors, Jr. and Tiffany J. Favor, Tommys W. King and George G. King.

A warranty deed was made for 316 W. Second St., Peru. The grantor was Gennie M Terry. The grantee was Sisney D. Ray. A warranty deed was made for 2315 W. Broadway, Bunker Hill. The grantor was Viginia R. Lowe. The grantee was Carla M. Alford.

A warranty deed was made for 2110 S. Wallick Road, Peru.

The grantor was Amanda Lance. The grantee was Amanda M. Steiner.

A transfer on death deed was made for East Peru Addition L: 113. The grantors were Charles W. Baldwin and Jackie R. Baldwin (deceased).

The grantees are Richard E. Baldwin and Charles W. Baldwin.

A warranty deed was made for 514 S. Clinton St., Bunker Hill. The grantors were Kim M. Cannella and Kim M. Cannel. The grantee is Stephen W. Fraser.

A quit claim deed was made for NW PT W ½ F LaFountains Reserve. The grantors were Dale L. Welch and Kim A. Johnson.

The grantee is Dale L. Welch.

A quit claim deed was made for NW Part of West half of LaFountaines Reserve. The grantors were Dale L. Welch and Kim A. Johnson.

The grantee is Kim A. Johnson.

A trustee deed was made for Part Frances Godfroy Reserve 8 (also an easement). The grantors were Waneta P. Jenkins, Waneta P. Jenkins Revocable Trust and Earl E. Jenkins Revocable Trust. The grantees are Michael E. Childers and Marcia K. Childers.

A warranty deed was made for N. Union City Road, Denver. The grantors are Cindy K. Tigler and Jerry Lynn Tigler (deceased). The grantee is Russell T. Hovermale.

A quit claim deed was made for Lot 245 E 1/2, Godfroy’s Addition. The grantor was John E. Greer. The grantee is Cassandra S. Smith.

A quit claim deed was made for Lot 248 Part W ½, Godfroy’s Addition. The grantors were Dorothy I Greer and John E. Greer. The grantees are Cassandra S. Smith/POA and Cassandra S. Smith.

A warranty deed was made for 510 N. Maple St., Converse.

The grantor was William D. Adams and Mary T. Adams.

The grantee is William D. Adams.

A warranty deed

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North Miami Lady Warriors lose to Northfield Norse

The North Miami Lady Warriors lost to the Northfield Lady Norse.

The score at the end of the game was 86-40. Photo provided by Joseph Slacian

Marriage continued from Page 6 Jan. 7 Edward George Crowe, 64, and Tina Marie Phelps, 58.

Jan. 11 Ruby Jo Faith Sharp, 18, and Brayden Wayne Bockover, 19.

Quinten Taylor Hines, 20, and Kaitlyn Marie Daub, 20.

Nicholas Richard Crome, 27, and Jessica Christine Frazier, 24.

Jan. 12 Joy Nicole Hart-

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man, 25, and Bradley Lee Banush, 26.

Jan. 14 Harkirat Singh, 28, and Crystal Dawnel Stevens, 36.

Satasha Ann Parshall, 27, and Conor Joe Riley, 28.

Jan. 21 David Kenneth Godfrey, 39, and Brittany Ann Wellons, 30.

Jan. 22 Mark Anthony Elliott, 21, and Rhiannon Marie Troyer, 18.

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was made for East 500 South, Peru. The grantor was Radene S. Ward. The grantees are Andrew N. Lipari and Nancy H. Lipari.

A quit claim deed was made for 825 E., 500 S., Peru. The grantors were Andrew N. Lipari and Nancy H. Lipari. The grantees are Andrew N. Lipari and Nancy H. Lipari.

A transfer on death deed was made for 825 E., 500 S., Peru.

The grantors were Andrew N. Lipari and Nancy H. Lipari. The grantees are Nancy H. Lipari, Christopher A. Lipari, Nicholas A. Lipari, Stephanie D. Townsend, Andrew

N. Lipari, Amanda Lipari Piggott and Amanda Nicole Lipari.

A quit claim deed was made for 51 E. Eighth St., Peru. The grantors were Todd M. Black and Melissa J. Black. The grantees are Kenneth JH. Janowski and Sandra E. Janowski.

A quit claim deed was made for 306 W. Second St., Peru. The grantor was Edward Uyesugi. The grantee is Zora Wayne Hooks.

A warranty deed was made for 42033 Hamilton Court, Peru. The grantor was Homestead Property Group, LLC. The grantee is Erick Escalante.

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Police Report Miami County Sheriff ’s Department

Jan. 31

A slide off was reported at E St. Rd. and S 700 E, Converse.

A traffic accident with damage was reported near 2943 W 800 S, Los Primos, Bunker Hill.

A slide off was reported at S U.S. 31 and W 1150 S, Bunker Hill. The driver had contacted a wrecker.

A driver was stuck in a crossover at 5851 S U.S. 31, Cedar Creek Mobile Home Park, Peru.

A caller reported issues with an invited guest at 35045 Altus CT, Peru. Phone contact was made with other party, she was safe at a location in Howard County.

A slide off was reported at E 1100 N and N St. Rd. 19, Macy. Vehicle was gone upon arrival.

A complainant at 1289 W 200 N, Peru stated a county highway plow struck her mailbox. It is unknown if damage was caused via snow.

A slide off was reported at S 1050 E & E 900 S, Amboy.

Officers responded to a single vehicle slide off at W St. Rd. 218 and S U.S. 31, Peru. No injuries were reported. A state crash report was submitted.

Ross Lindvall, of Winamac was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated.

An animal problem was reported at 45013 Little Rock Court, Peru.

A single vehicle slide off occurred at S Bus 31 and W Farview Drive, Peru. No damage reported.

Feb. 1 An unresponsive subject was assisted at 5486 E Park St, Amboy.

A slide off was reported at E St. Rd. 18 and S 50 E, Kokomo.

An unoccupied vehicle was partially in the road at N 300 E and E Paw Paw Pike, Peru. Unable to contact owner. All American towed vehicle.

A caller from 6869 E 1200 N, Roann, advised a suspicious driver was a subject delivering a package.

A suspicious package or item was reported near 1560 W Logansport Rd, Farm Bureau Insurance, Peru.

A male walking along the roadway was checked at Logan St. and N Oliver St, Peru.

Deputies responded to the area of 2151 S Flora Dr, Peru in reference to a possible physical domestic. Neither party wanted to cooperate. No signs of injury.

Parties separated for the evening.

Feb. 2 A complainant from 2661 S Business 31, Knights Inn, Rm 134, Peru reported her friend drove off in her rental car.

A suspicious package or item was reported near 4031N Mexico Rd, Mexico. A report was taken for residential entry.

A possible structure fire was reported at 1103 N Lincoln St, Peru.

Report of vehicle accident with unknown injuries was taken at 1795 N Meridian Rd, Peru. Determined to be a slide-off.

Handled by Indiana State Police.

A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 700 Bobtail Court, Bobtail Woods Apartments, Peru.

A juvenile problem was reported at 1092 N Lincoln St, Peru.

Richard Beets of 518 Salem Dr, Kokomo was arrested for operating while intoxicated.

Feb. 3 A complainant advised they thought they saw a car in a ditch at E 500 S and S Strawtown Pike, Peru.

Harassment was reported at 2115 S Sycamore Blvd, Peru.

An abandoned vehicle was tagged at 6290 N 150 W, Denver.

A driver was reportedly driving all over the road at N Lafayette St. and W Main St, Peru. The subject checked okay.

Gary Arnett of

414 Jefferson Ave, Peru was arrested for theft and driving while suspended prior.

Anttrianna Stokes of 2324 Lane Ave, Elkhart was arrested for failure to appear.

Charles Bowen of 208 Cherokee Court, Peru was arrested for failure to appear.

Feb. 5 Unsecure premises were reported at 3015 W 850 S, JJ’s #7, Bunker Hill.

A funeral escort was made at 3500 W St. Rd. 16, McClain Funeral Home, Denver.

A traffic accident with damage was reported near S U.S. 31 and S Bus. 31, Peru.

A heart attack was reported at 2728 W 600 S, Peru.

A slide off was reported at N 500 W & W 100 N, Peru.

John Rogers of 1118 S Wabash Ave, Kokomo was arrested for strangulation.

Feb. 6 A caller reported missing items from their resi-

dence at 514 S Clinton Blvd, Bunker Hill.

A two-vehicle crash occurred at 1030 N Lincoln St, Peru. No injuries reported.

A report of possible drug use in the area of 2716 Capehart St, Peru was investigated.

The subject was notified of the complaint.

A civil dispute over a vehicle was taken at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s

Department, Peru.

Subject was advised to file a case with small claims court.

A family dispute over an adult daughter leaving the residence with her daughter after being advised to quarantine was reported at 2173 S Sycamore Blvd, Peru. Assistance was given.

An unwanted guest was reported at 2633 E 550 N, Peru.

Feb. 7 A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 176 S Yorick St, Denver.

A traffic accident with damage was reported near Warhawk Rd. and Norton Ave, Peru.

A verbal dispute between boyfriend and girlfriend occurred at 2015 Shaw Ave, Peru.

Parties agreed to remain separated for the evening.