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He has been the voice of the Peru Tigers for 47 years and counting In 1973, Bill Shuey was teaching at Peru High School and he wasn’t much older than the senior students in his classroom. Like so many, Shuey, who was born and raised in Peru, enjoyed going to football and basketball games at PHS. Bob Larson, who at the time was serving as the Athletic Director, had Dick Sims as the public announcer for ball games. Sims was going to law school and told Larson he couldn’t announce the games because of the time constraints of going to school. Larson asked someone else to take Sims’ place, but they turned him down. So, Larson showed up in Shuey’s classroom and asked if he would do it. “I was the freshman football coach and had planned to go scout some players that Friday night, but Larson wanted me to announce the game, so I said I would do it. I had never done anything like that before. I did it as a favor to him. I really respected him, and I couldn’t turn him down,” said Shuey. Shuey wasn’t the type who enjoyed speaking in the spotlight. Anything that put him in front of a group of people while talking made him very nervous. In fact, when he told his parents he wanted to become a teacher, Shuey said they questioned him. Laughingly he said they asked, “are you sure?” They, like him, knew he didn’t like public speaking at all, but he became an English Literature and Grammar teacher at Peru High School. Shuey, and his wife, Sharon, have lived across the street from PHS all their 46 years of marriage, which has proven to be quite convenient for Shuey. “It was exactly 100 steps from my front porch to my desk.” So how does one go from shying away from the spotlight to being in the spotlight? “When I first started, I was so nervous. For the first couple of years, my hands would shake. The whole first season I was afraid I would mispronounce a name. You don’t want to get tongue-tied. Once you get going you calm down,” he explained. Although football was always Shuey’s favorite sport, and still is, the games in the old Tig-Arena seem to bring back some of the most vivid memories. Shuey said he didn’t realize at the time the significance of the teams that are so popular now. Like when Kyle Macy was a junior at PHS in 1973 and Bob Macy was the Varsity Basketball coach. And all the great football and basketball teams that came and went through the years. “Even if we had losing records, Peru kids always play hard. You’ll never be dissatisfied going to a game. Win or lose, they play hard,” he said. He reminisced about how crowded the original Tig-Arena (on West Sixth Street) was during basketball season. Shuey talked of the arena being so packed and hot with people sitting up next to the rafters that they opened the windows at the top of the arena. He laughed when he said, “There used to be a lot of snowballs thrown from the outside of the building that made it onto the floor, time and time again!” With the building so crowded the noise was sometimes bigger than the PA system. Ordinarily when the visiting teams were introduced, the crowd was fairly quiet. When it was time to bring out the Tigers, Shuey remembers
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Shuey just how loud it was and what it took to introduce the players and coaches. “It was so loud. You had the crowd, cheerleaders and the band. I had to stand up, yell into the microphone to announce the name and point to the player or coach so they knew when to run out onto the court. It was so loud they couldn’t hear their own names,” he said with excitement while reliving the memory. In 2009, the old Tig-arena, which is now owned by the Miami Nation of Indians, was opened for a basketball game between the Peru Tigers and the Wabash Apaches. Once again, the arena was packed full of Tigers fans both young and young at heart. Shuey said he introduced nearly 50 former players that night in honor of having the game in the historic arena. That night was full of excitement having so many people coming back home to be in the arena once again. One former player, 1975 Mr. Basketball, Kyle Macy was one of many who attended the game with his Mom, Evelyn Macy. Shuey said he enjoyed announcing all of them and commented on the game from that night saying, “we (the Tigers) killed them. It was a great game!” When he began announcing for the Peru Football games, the booth was so small he said he barely had enough room for himself let alone anyone else in there with him. But since then the booth has been expanded and he has much more room to call the plays and introduce all the players. Football and basketball aren’t the only Tiger sports Shuey has announced for in the past. He did some track and volleyball, but for the most part, football and basketball have been the two sports Tiger fans and players refer to when speaking of Shuey as the announcer. Shuey has seen a lot over the years.
... continued from front page In 1973, I never dreamed of that happening (announcing his own children) but it happened. That made it fun,” he said. Bill Shuey Peru Tiger Announcer One of the many things he enjoys now is seeing the children of students he once had, now playing sports. “I’m introducing sons and daughters of players I introduced when I started. I don’t know if I have any grandkids yet. I’d have to think about that,” he said with a smile. He said it’s fun to see the former players he introduced who are now parents cheering for their kids. The biggest thrill Shuey said he had was announcing his own children, Pete and Courtney. “My daughter was a cheerleader and my son played football and basketball. Selfishly, that has been the highlight for me. I kept the books Pete’s freshman year but his sophomore, junior and senior years I got to call every foul, shot, touchdown, and interception. In 1973, I never dreamed of that happening (announcing his own children) but it happened. That made it fun,” he said. Although Shuey has been retired from teaching at PHS for 10 years, he isn’t
slowing down behind the PA system or becoming a snowbird. He just wrapped up the basketball season and said this season was so much fun sitting at the scoring table. He plans to keep announcing as long as they’ll have him. “As long as I have a voice and they still want me, I’ll keep doing it.” When asked how retirement was going, he replied with an enthusiastic, “I love it!” In October of 2011, Shuey was home watching post interviews from the World Series when he suffered a spontaneous subarachnoid hemorrhage (bleeding in the space between the brain and the tissue covering the brain). Luckily, Shuey said, “Sharon was still up with me. Usually she would go to bed after the game, but she was still up. I give her all the credit. She acted fast.” When asked if the event has changed how he looks at life, he said, “I don’t want to get too sentimental.” He paused and took a breath. “It does cause a person to appreciate some things more than we did previously. I think I have a more “let’s do it” attitude. Don’t put things off. Just do it.” The Shueys have done just that. “We took the kids to Florida and we’ve been doing that and hope to do that again this summer. For Thanksgiving we had 53 people here,” he said. They had been talking about remodeling their kitchen
In 2009, Bill Shuey and his wife, Sharon, attended the Peru Tiger basketball game at the old Tig-arena on West Sixth Street. Shuey announced the game between the Peru Tigers and the Wabash Apaches. Peru won the game. Photos by Michelle Boswell
for years and after Shuey was back in good health, he said “let’s do it!” At one time he said he and his wife talked about moving south when they retired. They had a place picked out but things they enjoy have kept them here. Mrs. Shuey, who has been retired from Peru Utilities for eight years, was on the Peru School Board for 28 years and they both are big Purdue sports fans. With all the announc-
ing Shuey does and enjoys, that was another reason to stay. Their son lives in Fort Wayne with his wife, Michelle, and their daughter, Courtney, and her husband, Casey live in Indianapolis. “We’re right in the middle. I don’t see us moving away from here,” he said. And with the two grand-
children, Addison and Harper nearby to babysit, that is the icing on the cake. 47 years is a long time to do anything but according to Shuey it’s been like a blink of an eye. “It’s gone by so quickly. 47 years of announcing. It’s just sped by,” he said. “I’m a Peru Tiger and a fan of the Tigers. I enjoy the
small part I play through announcing,” he added. And with 47 years of announcing under his belt with more years to come what is the best thing about being the voice of the Tigers? Shuey said without a doubt, “I have the best seat in the house!”
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Peru Science Olympiad Team advances to State Finals The Peru Science Olympiad Team has qualified for State finals for the 27th time in 33 years. The team will compete at Purdue University on March 20 alongside the top 30 teams in Indiana. The team will try to medal for the second year in a row. The following students are to be con-
gratulated for their efforts: Conner Walsh, Esmeralda Flores, Kara Baker, Gabe Dunham, Isaac Aeling, Nick Keifer, Ryan Jones, Sophia Babcock, Sam Zak, Sandra Martinez Ortiz, Emilie Russell, Kamon Blong, Sam Makowski, Draven Waters and Jack Buckley.
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Area teams end seasons at sectional All four Miami County schools bowed out early in the IHSAA boys basketball sectional last week. Twin Lakes 56, Peru 52 The Peru Tigers fell behind early in its sectional opener and couldn’t get over the hump in a 56-52 loss to Twin Lakes Tuesday, March 3. Twin Lakes took a 16-11 first quarter lead and extended it to 29-23 at halftime. The lead remained six points at 45-39 going into the fourth quarter but Peru fell short by four points. Daunte Majors led the Tigers with 16 points, six rebounds and two assists followed by Mathew Ross with 13 points, nine rebounds and three assists, and Treyden Curtis with 12 points five rebounds and five assists. Kade Townsend had four points, four rebounds and two assists, Braxten Robbins had three points, Kash Bellar had three points and one rebound, and Michael Chandler had one point and two rebounds. Peru ended the season with a 16-7 record and a second-place finish in the Three Rivers Conference and won the Miami County Tournament. Benton Central 63, Maconaquah 57 In a back-and-forth battle with Benton Central, the Maconaquah Braves fell short in its sectional open-
er at Twin Lakes with a 63-57 loss to the Bison. Benton Central took a 17-13 first quarter lead only to see the Braves take a 33-31 lead at halftime. The Bison outscored Maconaquah 14-7 in the third quarter for a 45-40 lead and held on for the win. Maconaquah was led by Nolan Kelley with 12 points, four rebounds and five assists followed by Sam Bourne with 13 points and four rebounds, and Hayden Maiben with 12 points and five rebounds. Brayden Betzner had eight points and two rebounds, Feenix Kile had two points and two rebounds, and Cole Borden had one point and four rebounds. Maconaquah ended the season with a 10-13 record. Northfield 85, North Miami 50 Three Rivers Conference rivals Northfield and North Miami traveled to Southern Wells for their sectional opening contest Tuesday, March 3. Northfield led the entire way, holding a 30-18 halftime advantage before exploding for 29 points in the third quarter to run away with an 85-50 win over the Warriors. North Miami was led by Darian Hensley with 17 points and eight rebounds. Nathan Musselman had nine points, and four rebounds, followed by Braxton Beal with six points,
two rebounds and two assists, Braden Burns with five points and four rebounds, Greg Sonafrank with five points, four rebounds, four assists and two steals, Tristan Working with four points, six rebounds, three assists and two steals, and Austin Smith and Keagan Donaldson with two points each. North Miami ended its season with a 6-17 record. Mississinewa 57, Oak Hill 43 Oak Hill took an early 18-12 lead over Mississinewa in the sectional opener at Norwell but the Golden Eagles didn’t have an answer over the final 24 minutes in a 57-43 loss Tuesday, March 3. The Indians outscored Oak Hill 19-6 in the second quarter for a 31-24 halftime lead. The Eagles cut the lead to 39-35 but Mississinewa pulled away with an 18-8 fourth quarter to clinch the win. Tahj Johnson led Oak Hill with 14 points and five rebounds, followed by Tristen Hayes with 12 points and 10 rebounds, Kody Dubois with nine points and three rebounds, Clay McCorkle with seven points and four assists, and Blake Fox with one point. Ryan Pederson added six rebounds. Oak Hill ended the season with a 1310 record.
City of Peru needs help with Easter Egg event
The City of Peru is asking for help with the Kent Workman Memorial Easter Egg Hunt. The annual event will be held Saturday, April 11 at lower Maconaquah Park. Registration begins at 10:15 a.m. and hunting begins at 11 a.m., rain or shine. The city is looking for monetary sponsors and those sponsors will be listed on the ban-
ner displayed at the hunt. Prize sponsors are also needed such as food coupons, gift certificates, bikes, Easter baskets, toys, etc. These sponsors will also be listed on the banner. If you would like to be a supply sponsor, you can help by donating plastic eggs, candy, food for volunteers, food for kids and parents hunting
eggs. If hiding eggs sounds like fun, the park area must be cleaned before and after the hunt. The city will also need volunteers to help with registration, prize sorting and general adult supervision. If you are able to help in any way, contact Brent Wedding at 765-469-9656.
‘Jammin’ for Danny’ fundraiser set A local Miami County man has been battling cancer for over 8 years. Danny Fisher is no longer able to work and his medical bills continue to increase. A fundraiser will be held on
April 18 at the Peru Moose Lodge to help Fisher with his medical bills. Bands that will be providing entertainment are: Taynted, Midlife Crisis, Revival, Roger’s Ritual, and Tony Brewer. The shows are
open to all ages with a $5 cover charge per person. Food will be provided by Steve Foht. There will be 50/50 drawings for those 18 years of age and older. Everyone is invited.
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Miami County Sheriff ’s Department Feb 28 Kevin Herrel, 32, 4881 County Road 1350, Galveston, was arrested for failure to appear and violation of probation. Jesse Newman, 30, 1125 Barksdale, Peru, was arrested for possession of marijuana. Gabrielle Devivo, 27, 167 S. Water St., Bunker Hill, was arrested for operating while intoxicated, possession of marijuana. Vincent Volpe, 38, Indianapolis, was taken into custody to serve time. Feb 29 Todd Hopson, 49, Marion, was taken into custody to serve time. Dustin McHenry, 32, 698 E S. Court St., Gas City, was arrested for operating while intoxicated. March 1 Shyanne Hanaway, 20, 18 W Sixth St., was arrested for disorderly conduct. Tamara Roark, 18, 57 E Sixth St., was arrested for disorderly conduct. March 2 Ryne Fuller, 32, 46 E Harrison St, Denver, was arrested for strangulation and domestic battery. March 3 Thomas Rosebery, 39, 1695 E Paw Paw Pike, Peru, was arrested for probation violation. Eric Bookwalter, 45, 28 Shield Ave., Peru, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of a syringe, possessional of marijuana, and possession of paraphernalia. Hakeem Rose, 18, Logansport, was arrested for failure to appear. A traffic accident property damage was reported at 3157 N 500 W, Peru. An abandoned vehicle was reported at W 400 S and S U.S. Route 31, Peru. A caller from 147 S West St. reported medication missing from his home. A case report was completed. A two-vehicle crash without injuries was reported at 2970 W State Road 18 and U.S. 31/State Road 18, Kokomo. A vehicle identification number was requested at 5576 E 300 N, Peru. A theft was report-
ed in the area of Business 31 and U.S. 31. This is an ongoing investigation. March 4 Evin Terrill, 24, Fortville, was arrested for Operating while Intoxicated. Katherine Tolley, 36, Kokomo, was arrested for failure to appear. Brett Lewis, 30, Rochester, was arrested for parole violation Joshua Emerson, 30, 603 W Egypt Hill Drive, was arrested for domestic battery. Jessica Wyatt, 21, was arrested for possession of paraphernalia, possession of methamphetamine, possession of heroin. Lauren Gimmett, 24, 8289 N 100 W, Denver, was arrested for failure to appear. Assistance was requested from Indiana State Police for a traffic accident with injuries near S 200 W and W 1150 S, Kokomo. A complainant reported property missing from a house he owned at 1104 W and 200 N, Peru. The house was being bought through a contract. A case report was completed. A citizen needed assistance with questions about an unwanted guest at 3488 N Eel River Cemetery Road, Peru. A warning for a left-lane violation was given near S U.S. Route 31 and W 800 S, Bunker Hill. A call from 603 W Egypt Hill Drive, Peru, was made to report a physical domestic incident that happened earlier in the day. An arrest was made, and this is an ongoing investigation. Units responded to Matt’s Mobile Home Park, 3449 W State Road 218, Lot 25, Peru, in reference to
School calendars a possible domestic disturbance. Parties agreed to separate for the night. A suspicious vehicle was reported at 2990 S U.S. Route 31, Peru. Everything checked out fine. A report of a juvenile problem at 10949 S 750 E, Amboy, was called in but handled by the Converse Police Department. A caller at 1539 W 600 S, King’s Court Mobile Home Park, Peru, wanted to speak to someone about questions she had concerning a protective order. A traffic accident with property damage was reported near 12948 S U.S. Route 31, Maple Lawn Village Mobile Home Park, lot 91, Kokomo. Indiana State Police took the crash report. A report of a crash near Warhawk Road and Foreman Drive included a driver who left the scene. The investigation is ongoing. A caller from 4889 S 550 E, Peru, has questions about a firearm he just purchased. An officer spoke with a male over the phone who had questions regarding a prior call for service taken by another deputy. The subject was provided with contact information for said deputy. Units responded to Eagles Pointe reference a welfare check and everything was fine. An address verification of an offender at 2649 W Airport Road, Apt. 3, Peru, was made in person. A suspicious person was reported near 2309 N Foreman Drive and 218, Peru. Everything checked out fine. An address verification of an offender at 1845 Golden Hills Drive, Peru, was made in person.
An address verification of an offender at 423 E Fifth St., Peru, was attempted. Contact was not made with offender. An address verification of an offender at 227 W Main Street, Peru, was made. Peru Police Department March 2 There was a report of a physical altercation at 397 W 12th St. The victim had injuries and the offender was located and arrested for domestic violence. A report of damage to a sidewalk caused by a snowplow was reported from 87 E Fifth St. A citizen went to the police department to ask questions about turn signals. Assistance was given. A juvenile problem was reported at 515 N Wayne St. Assistance was given. Fraudulent use of a credit card was reported. Complainant states someone ordered two smart phones with her credit card to be delivered to her home. The order was stopped, and money was returned to her card. A report of a suicidal subject on Bobtail Court was made and a welfare check was requested. Assistance was given. Complainant advised he and his wife are separating but divorce has not been filed. He wished to get information on how to relieve himself of financial responsibility from the wife and their shared vehicle. He as advised to contact an attorney. A minor property damage accident was reported at 5 Miami St. A citizen needed assistance with an
Maconaquah March 13 End of Third Nine Weeks March 14 9 a.m. - Boys Middle School Wrestling RRC Conference Meet at Peru High School March 16 Marchch 16 – Marchch 27 Spring Break North Miami March 11 Sixth Grade International Program Marchch 11th – 17th ISTEP + Grade 10 First Time Administration March 12 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Boys Middle School Wrestling Three-WayContest at Warsaw March 13 End of Third Nine Weeks 6 – 8 p.m. Mother/Son Movie Night March 14 9 – 11 a.m. - Boys Middle School Wrestling at RRC Meet 10 a.m. – Noon Coed Track and Field at Bulldog Invite ISSMA.Org Contest MS/HS Band/Choir North Miami Hosts District Convention at IVY Tech Marchion Oak Hill March 11 1:26 – 2:16 p.m. Junior High Choir Combined Rehearsal – 6th Period 2:21 – 3:10 p.m. Junior High Band/Orchestra
Combine Rehearsal 7th Period 5 – 6 p.m. - Junior High Wrestling @ McCulloch 6 p.m. - Junior High Swim @ Home w/McCulloch March 12 IWU College Visit 6-7 p.m. - Junior High Swim @ Western 6:30 p.m. - Junior High Band Festival Concert March 13 Spring Pictures Quarter 3 Report Cards Available 6:30 p.m. - Junior High Choir Festival Concert March 14 9 – 10 a.m. - Junior High Swim Oak Hill Invitational March 16 IREAD 3 IUK Visit 6:30 p.m. - Junior High- National Junior Honor Society Induction March 17 IREAD 3 7th Science Central Field Trip 3 – 4 p.m. - Teacher Meeting 3:15 – 4:15 p.m. - Art Club B 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Junior High Talent Show Rehearsal – LA 5:30-6:30 p.m. Junior High Wrestling CIC @
Home Peru March 11 Elmwood Spring Pictures March 12 5 p.m. - Girls Sixth Grade Basketball Vs. Rochester Community Middle School 6 p.m. - Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Wrestling Vs. Southwood High School 6-9 p.m. - Speaker Herb Stepherson at PHS Auditorium March 14 9 a.m. - Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Wrestling Vs. Maconaquah Middle School 10 a.m. - Boys and Girls Varsity Track and Field at Wabash HSR Qualifier March 15 PAL Volleyball Tournament in TigArena and Tiger Den March 16 2:45 – 4:15 p.m. Good News Club Elmwood March 17 6 p.m. - Girls Fifth and Sixth Grade Basketball at Wabash Middle School 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. – National Honor Society Inductions in PHS Auditorium Dine In Dine In Hours: Hours: Mon-Sat 11-9:30 • Sun Mon-Sat Sun 11-2 For Delivery For Delivery go to to Grubhub.com Grubhub.com Mon-Sat 11-9:30 Mon-Sat No Sunday Sunday Delivery Delivery For Online For Online Carryout Carryout Ordering Ordering Go To To Slicelife.com Slicelife.com Mon-Sat 11-9:30 • Sun Mon-Sat Sun 11-2 Prices/Hours are Prices/Hours are subject su subject bject to to change change
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Extension office, Master Gardeners to host youth event The Miami County Master Gardeners and Purdue Extension-Miami County are hosting a free event open to all Miami County youth in Grades 3-12. All supplies and equipment will be
provided to sew and decorate a garden flag and to sew a garden bag planter. The class will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 25 at the Miami County Community Building at the Miami County
4-H Fairgrounds (1029 W 200 N, Peru). The only thing the youth will have to bring is a sack lunch. Each participant will need to call the Extension office (765472-1921) by March 20th to register.
Beacon to host annual shareholders meeting The 89th Annual Shareholders Meeting of Beacon Credit Union will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2020, in the Honeywell Center’s Ford Theater, located on West Market Street in Wabash. Doors will open for registration at 6 p.m. Those in attendance will receive a door prize and be registered for a prize drawing to be held at the end of the business meeting. This is an event for the entire family to attend. Roller-skating will be available in the Honeywell
Center’s roller-skating rink for children. For those children who are too young to skate, a childcare room will be available as well. Both will be staffed by Beacon Credit Union personnel and will be free to all credit union members. After the meeting, don’t miss the opportunity to socialize with fellow Beacon Credit Union members, directors, volunteers, and staff members with free pie and ice cream. Since 1931, Beacon Credit Union has provided quality financial services responsive to the needs of
Mexico Fire Department to have tenderloin dinner The Mexico Fire Association will have a tenderloin dinner at the Mexico Fire Department, 2264 W Main Street, Mexico, on March 21 from Noon to 4 p.m. The cost for adults is $10. Kids 4 to 10 years of age are $5 and children three and under are free. The dinner
includes a tenderloin sandwich, green beans, potato salad, chips, cookie, and water. Hot dogs are available for kids. The proceeds will be used to purchase new equipment. The new pumper tank will be on display for the public to view.
Gary Loe was awared the Golden Baton from Peru High School. The baton is passed around by teachers, staff and those who are making a difference in lives of PHS students. Photo provided
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St. Bernard School open for tours St. Bernard Catholic School is offering tours of their school all through the month of March. The staff invites the public to stop by for a visit/tour on Mondays and
Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 191 North Cass Street. You do not have to be Catholic to become a part of the St. Bernard family. They invite you to see what
kind of a difference they can make in your child’s education. All are welcome. Enrollment is open from kindergarten through sixth grade.
Peru Library schedule for March March 5 4:30 p.m. - Lego League March 12 4:30 p.m. - I Survived Club at 4:30 6 p.m. - Anything Goes Crafts March 14 5 p.m. -A movie, “The Suffragette”
March 19 4:30 p.m. - American Girl Club March 20 10:30 a.m. - Anything Goes Crafts March 26 4:40 p.m. - Mad Scientist Club March 31
4:30 p.m. - Pokémon Club Additionally, the library has weekly events. 10:30 a.m. on Mondays Movers and Shakers 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays Story Time 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays Story Time
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Police unwelcome guest at 497 E Main St., Apt. C. Subject was gone prior to officer’s arrival and assistance was given. A report of theft of a firearm from a locker was made at 34 E Sixth St. The investigation is ongoing. A minor accident with property damage was reported at Hay Avenue and East Washington Street. The driver’s exchanged information. March 3 A family dispute took place at 273 W Franklin Street about who had a debit card. A traffic stop was made near S Hood and W Canal Streets. A written warning was given to a driver for window tint. A report of a juve-
nile problem at 34 W 10th St. was made. Caller stated the juvenile returned home after hours. A report of suspicious people walking near 11 S Tippecanoe St. alley was made. Both subjects were found to have active arrest warrants out of Miami County. One subject found to be in possession of methamphetamine, hypodermic syringe, marijuana, and paraphernalia. Both subjects were taken into custody and transported to the Miami County Jail. Arrests were made. A juvenile problem was reported at 401 N Broadway. A citation was issued for a vape. Central dispatch advised of subjects possibly trying to
break into a residence at 212 W Seventh Street. Assistance was provided. Extra patrol was provided due to a caller advising there was traffic driving too quickly on south broadway. Disorderly conduct was the reason for a call at 150 W Warren St., Gamester’s Mobile Home Park, lot 67. Officer assisted citizen with an ongoing issue with former tenants. Unable to locate the subjects at the time of the call. A vehicle was stopped for improper display. There was no plate visible. Upon speaking with the driver, he advised it was in the back window, but it must have fallen. He was given a
verbal warning only. A parking problem occurred at 324 E Canal St. Two vehicles were parked in the front lawn of a residence. Owners agreed to move the vehicles upon request. A report of a verbal argument taking place between multiple females at 497 E Main St., Apartment 3. When the officer arrived, they spoke to everyone involved. The argument was only verbal and started because the complainant wanted people removed from the residence that she had been letting live there. They, however, were currently in the process of getting their things. The officer stood by at their request to make sure
everything remained civil. March 4 A traffic stop was made near 690 Monroe Avenue. A verbal warning was issued. A traffic stop was made near S Walnut Street and W Main Street. A written warning was issued. An accident with injuries was reported near N Benton and E Fifth Streets. A welfare check on Carbon Avenue was made for a suicidal subject. Miami County Central Dispatch advised an officer to contact a female about a cell phone being stolen from her residence that morning. Central Dispatch advised of a silent hold up alarm at 820 N Broadway. Everything checked out fine. The manager advised they were having the alarms tested. They were advised they should notify the police in the future when testing alarms. A call was made about a gutter at N Jefferson and W Fifth Street was falling off a vacated residence and into the alleyway. The loose piece was moved back onto the property and code enforcement was advised. A Vehicle Identification Number request was made from 333 W Fifth Street. A subject went to the police department regarding a civil dis-
pute concerning a property at 320 E Main Street. It was in reference to evicting the grandson who resides there. The subject was referred to the courts to obtain further information regarding the eviction process. A welfare check was requested at 633 W Third Street. Subject hear screaming for help inside a residence. Subject had fallen and EMS was notified. The subject was transported to Dukes Memorial Hospital for treatment. A complaintant went into the police department to report a lost license plate. Central dispatch advised of a complainant wanting an officer to stand by while he got his truck. Arrived on scene and stood by as he received his truck. Also spoke with son in reference to obtaining further information regarding his part of the residence. Advised subject to get more information from the courts. A verbal dispute occurred at 711 N Olive St., between a homeowner and solicitors. Subjects all went their separate ways. A subject at 81 W Main Street had questions about proper disposal of ammunition. Assistance was given. An accident with property damage was reported at 930 W Main St.
A strange odor was reported near Plaza Drive. Nothing was found. A citizen needed assistance concerning issues about property and moving. Friends of the owner were asked to leave. A burglary was reported at 580 ½ E Fifth St. The theft report was filed. A domestic disturbance was reported at 608 Apache Drive. A report was taken. An employee at 2964 W 100 N reported threats being made at the workplace. Complainant left work early and will contact corporate. A report of a possible fight taking place was called in at 320 E Main St. While en route, central dispatch advised to disregard per the complainant. Officer was nearly there and continued to the address. Everything appeared to be fine. A report of a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot behind 23 E Broadway Plaza. There was a note on the dash that asked the vehicle not to be towed and they would be back to retrieve the vehicle. Complainant was advised that if the owner of the lot wanted the vehicle towed it would be at his discretion. A report of a possible drunk driver at 900 W Main St. was made. Driver was located and everything was fine. No action was taken.