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Veterans to have reunion in Wabash By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com A group of veterans from the USS General H.W. Butner will be in Wabash for their 41st reunion. The veterans – which include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps – will be in town from April 22-26, according to reunion organizers Duane and Bonnie Truss. A U.S. Army veteran, Truss was assigned to the troop ship while en route to Germany, working in the galley, or ship’s kitchen. “I worked my way over in the galley,” Truss said. “They called it ‘the spud locker.’ We processed all the vegetables for somewhere over 5,000 troops on the ship, and some dependents.” The ship, with Truss aboard, left Staten Island, N.Y., on Oct. 18, 1953, and went to South Hampton, eventually arriving in Bremerhaven, Germany. It was a nine-day journey. “It had all kinds of troops on there,” Truss said of the ship. “Air Force, Army … “I was assigned to that ship for transportation and they came and wanted volunteers (for work in the galley). They picked you. They said ‘you, you, you and you,’ because that’s how they do it.” Truss didn’t mind the galley work. “I was glad because I got three meals a day,” he joked, noting the other troops only received two. “And I was right next to the bakery, where we had good, fresh goodies. That way I had all kind of privileges.” The Trusses were asked to host this year’s reunion. (continued on page 22)

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Wabash’s three mayoral candidates are looking forward to Thursday night’s debate. The trio – Democrats Bob Mullett and Margaret “Boo” Salb and Republican Scott Long – will answer questions beginning at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Wabash County Historical Museum. The debate is sponsored by The Paper of Wabash County and the Wabash County Chamber of Commerce. “I’m looking forward to it and I’m excited to do it,” Mullett told The Paper on Friday evening. “I’m hoping there’s a good crowd. “As I’ve said before, I hope the

Groundskeeper Judy Bright arranges a potted plant in preparation for the grand opening of White’s Greenhouse and Garden Center on April 25. As part of the “Growing Teens for Life” initiative, the student-operated nursery will serve the community as a source of over 5,000 annual and seasonal flowers, herbs, and vegetables for purchase with an available pot arrangement option if desired. Photo by Emma Rausch

White’s is ‘Growing Teens for Life’ By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com Students at White’s Residential & Family Services are sporting green thumbs after the school announced its plans to incorporate a greenhouse into future programming. White’s Greenhouse and Garden Center is a student-

operated nursery business that is one dimension of a bigger initiative, according to Dee Gibson, White’s CEO. “Every year, we have about 140 students who are 16-yearsof-age and older come through our doors residentially in Wabash campus,” Gibson said in an interview with The Paper of Wabash County. (continued on page 5)

people are excited about coming down and hearing what we think and make their decision based on that.” The trio was serving dinner together Friday night during a fundraising benefit at the Wabash Elks Lodge No.471 for the Dallas L. Winchester Scholarship Fund. “I am looking forward to it,” Salb said. “I think it’s going to bring in a good crowd and give people a chance to get to know the candidates and the issues that are important to them.” Long said, “I’m looking forward to the debate. It’s going to give the citizens an opportunity to meet me, those that don’t know me, and to meet all the (continued on page 4)

Façade program begins again in Wabash By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com The second round of a façade grant program has started in the downtown Wabash area. Applications for the program are now available on the Wabash Marketplace Inc.’s website, www.wabashmarketplace.org. “I think there’s significantly more funding for this round,” WMI Board President Jason Callahan said during an interview with The Paper of Wabash County. “The Façade Improvement Program was one of the Stellar (Community Grant) projects.

“Patrick Sullivan, our executive director at the time, had gone out and solicited who would be interested in this. In that solicitation we came up with close to $900,000 worth of projects in the Downtown Historical District. We’re pretty excited to be able to continue improving the aesthetics in the Downtown Historical District.” About $1.3 million is expected to be dedicated toward this round of the program. “In the Stellar application we committed local city funding for the program,” according to Keith Gillenwater, President and CEO of the Economic (continued on page 18)

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The Access begins After 5 program By The Paper staff In its continuing effort to offer free, structured activities for the youth of Wabash in a safe and welcoming environment, the Access Youth Center (AYC) has recently begun its new “After 5” programming. Made possible by a Building a Healthier Community grant from The Lutheran Foundation, the goal of After 5 is to offer positive options for how area youth spend their evening hours. Currently AYC pro-

vides an afternoon program each weekday, year round from 3:45-5 p.m. that consists of snacks, games, and homework help, all provided in a group mentoring setting. It also offers weekend Family Nights as well as a Home Visit program. But expanding the afternoon hours is priority for officials at the facility. Studies show that positive experiences during the 3-6 p.m. timeframe is crucial for teens and preteens, and officials said the Access Youth

Center is striving to meet that need. “Without The L u t h e r a n Foundation grant, this program extension would not be possible,” AYC Executive Director Liz Hobbs said. “We are so grateful for their investment in reaching out to the youth of Wabash; giving them opportunity to serve, spend time together, and most importantly, to know that they matter.” One program opportunity that doesn’t actually happen after 5 p.m. is community service. It is

offered during the day on Fridays in response to a local need for kids involved in alternative programs to have options during that time. The small group settings of After 5 are a departure from the large group activities that a young person usually encounters at AYC. “We want everyone who enters our facility to know they are important, that they have great worth,” Hobbs said. “That message can be conveyed in a large group setting, but

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After 5 schedule Here is the schedule of events for the Access Youth Center’s After 5 program: Monday: Youth BINGO at local nursing homes (times vary according to location) Tuesday: Bible Study (1st-4th grade) at AYC 5-5:30 p.m. Wednesday: Girls Group (MS/HS) meets at Modoc’s at 5:15 p.m. Thursday: Guys Group (MS/HS) meets at AYC at 5 p.m. Friday: Community Service time available 11 – 1 p.m. at AYC Field trips and other activities are also planned for the MS/HS groups. attendees: “We have seen young people coming to these small groups who don’t normally attend our other activities. “We hope the ability to offer a variety will

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result in everyone finding something they want to be part of at AYC” added Hobbs. All programs of The Access Youth Center are free of charge and available to all youth ages 7-18; those under the age of 7 are welcome with an adult. Hobbs encourages anyone interested in knowing more about the After 5 programs to friend The Access Youth Center on Facebook, visit its website: accessyouthcenter.org or call the office at 260-5632070.

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CASA in need of volunteers By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com The Wabash County Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program is in need of volunteers. CASA Director Dee Street said that in recognition of April being Child Abuse Prevention Month, she would like to find 30 people to sign up to be CASA volunteers. The volunteers serve as the voice of children who are removed from their homes due to such things as abuse or neglect. “They are the voice of these children during team meetings, court proceedings and finding safe, permanent resolutions,” she said. Currently, there are 25 CASA volunteers in Wabash County. Ideally, she added, about 50 volunteers are needed. Currently the CASA waiting list includes 44 children. “The kids really need the volunteers,” Street told The Paper of Wabash County. “Their cases go forward whether there is an advocate or not. The kids need to have a voice. “We are trying to get our waiting list down to zero.” The children are usually excluded from the court hearings for their own sake, Street noted. That means that without an advocate

to speak up for them, they have no say in their own future. “Our goal is that every child have a voice,” Street said. “To do that we truly do need caring, dedicated community volunteers to step forward, to give of their time and to stand up for a child in need of services due to abuse or neglect.” Wabash Circuit Court and Wabash Superior Court handle family law cases where the services of a CASA are important, Circuit Court Judge Robert McCallen III said. “The Circuit Court has juvenile jurisdiction including those case brought by the Department of Child Services, where a CASA volunteer is most heavily utilized and, in fact, required in each case,” he noted. “Cases needing a CASA continue to grow resulting in greater demand for CASA volunteers.” McCallen praised Street’s work in overseeing the program. “She actively recruits volunteers (probably her most difficult task); arranges for their required initial and continued training; and, ensures that all volunteers are kept abreast of the ever changing requirements in the various types of cases they are appointed on,” the judge said. “She also works hard to make sure they are

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aware of many programs and services that are available to assist the children and their families and such programs and services are often included in their recommendations. “I am aware that some counties do not have CASA programs. In those counties where a CASA volunteer is not available they are required in DCS cases to appoint an advocate. The advocate generally charges an hourly rate. That would cost Wabash County tens of thousands of dollars. However, because we have a good CASA program, the taxpayers of Wabash County do not have to shoulder that burden.” McCallen said Wabash County youth have benefitted greatly from the CASA program, noting “each child has an advocate, and therefore an opportunity to be heard, at probably one of the most difficult moments of their lives.” McCallen also noted that both he and Superior Court Judge Chris Goff greatly regard the recommendations of CASA volunteers knowing they are well trained, motivated, and have done a thorough job in addressing the best interests of each of “their” children. CASA is in sight of reaching the goal, Street believes.

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“We believe there are enough people out there that want to help, to bring the number of children on our waiting list to zero,” she said. To be a volunteer, one must be at least 21 years of age and pass local, state and national background checks. They also must have between six and 10 hours per month to volunteer. Training classes can begin soon. Volunteers must have 30 hours of training, which include classroom time, independent studies and attending court proceedings. Once training is complete, a judge will swear them in. One trained, vol-

unteers review records, get acquainted with the parents, talk to teachers, neighbors and most importantly, the child, Street said. They then appear in court to make recommendations of a course of action to the judge as to what is best for the child’s future. “If you want to volunteer some-

where, CASA is the place,” Street said. “If you have volunteered for us before and would like to come back, please

do.” Anyone seeking more information about the program may contact Street at 569-0533.

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business luncheon By The Paper staff The Wabash County Chamber of Commerce will present a Marketing Your Business Seminar on Thursday, April 16, 2015, from noon-1 p.m. Wes Spies and Scot Goskowicz with Northeast Indiana Small Business Development Center will be speaking on Marketing Your Business: Want to grow your clientele? Do you need to find new ways to market your busi-

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Wabash’s three mayoral candidates worked together Friday night, April 10, to serve meals during the Dallas L. Winchester Scholarship Fundraiser at the Wabash Elks Lodge. Serving food were (from left) Republican Scott Long and Democrats Margaret “Boo” Salb and Bob Mullett. Photo by Joseph Slacian

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Correction Because of information provided The Paper of Wabash County, it was incorrectly reported in the April 8 edition that permits were needed to place campaign signs in yards. Permits are not needed, according to Building Commissioner John Stephens.

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White’s is ‘Growing Teens for Life’... continued from the front page “Many of those turn 18 and go into living an independent life. They don’t have a lot of family support so part of our goal, part of our challenge is and kind of the root or foundation of the greenhouse is that we prepare them for life.” The Greenhouse Project will not only provide the community with a local source to purchase over 5,000 plants, including flowers and herbs, but it will serve “more importantly” as a source of learning for White’s students within the “Growing Teens for Life” initiative, Gibson said. The development of the project goes back to 1850 when White’s founder Josiah White established the school on three principles, Gibsion said. “One of those principles was that kids would learn how to work a productive

life,” he said. “The other two were in education and third one being in faith. “The whole work experience, work readiness, and living a productive life, it’s part of our DNA.” Then over two years ago, the head of White’s maintenance and grounds Tim Main and his crew approached Gibson with an idea. “(Main) is for one a Master Gardener and, secondly, anybody who would come through our campus would say ‘You have beautiful flowers. You have a beautiful facilities or grounds,’” he continued. “That’s been something we have felt really good about and is a strength of ours. “So kind of coming out of that, these two guys came to me and said, ‘You know, we think there’s a possibility of a business here that our kids can

Church plans Spring Camp Meeting By The Paper staff

The Wabash Free Will Baptist Church will host its Spring Camp Meeting from April 15-19. Speakers are planned each night during the event. Pastor Terry Hinds of Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church, Wabash, will speak at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, while Pastor Tim Webb of the South Side Free Will Baptist Church, will speak at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16. Pastor Mike Noble of the Denham Free Will Baptist Church, Denham, will speak at 6 p.m. Friday, April 17. Evangelist Mike Smith of Campton, Ky., will speak at 6 p.m. Saturday, 18, and 11 a.m. Sunday, April 19. Pastor Oliver McCowan of the Mt. Olive Free Will Baptist Church, Muncie, is the final speaker, beginning at 6 p.m. Sunday. Wabash Free Will Baptist Church is located at 1056 Erie St., Wabash.

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work at.’” As the Greenhouse Project grew, the CEO said he realized that it was a small part of a bigger picture and began to collaborate the project with the “Growing Teens for Life” initiative. “We’ve seen work readiness, work preparedness, independent living. Those have been the things that we’ve been doing independently for a long time,” Gibson said. “But as this greenhouse idea began to emerge, then you kind of begin to think of it more synthetically, more holistically, and as you look at it more holistically, then you say,

‘This really is a growing teens for life initiative. This is kind of a big picture.’” The greenhouse is one of five dimensions or “spokes on a wheel” of the initiative, Gibson said. “The greenhouse is work-readiness, which is really about helping kids meet the public, go to work on time, apply for jobs, all those things that have to deal with work vocation preparation,” he continued. The other dimensions include teaching life skills, education, financial security, and provide mentoring or job coaches as teens transition into adulthood.

In addition to the work experience, the students would learn horticulture sciences, responsibility, and have space to relieve stress, according to Main. “For me, if I’m stressed, I love coming down here to work because it’s quiet and a nice, clean environment,” Main said. “It’s just relaxing for me and I think gives students a sense of accomplishment when they’ve been working with a

plant that they planted from seed and watching it grow, doing the grooming, and they’ve been here through the season. It’s very rewarding for them to see something that they’ve worked on be successful. “For me it’s very encouraging to see

that happen.” The Greenhouse Project’s grand opening will be on April 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. It will be open throughout the growing season from spring to fall. The White’s Greenhouse is located at 5233 S. 50 E. in Wabash.

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17 properties sold at tax certificate sale By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Seventeen properties were sold Wednesday, April 8, at the Wabash County Commissioners’ tax certificate sale. In all, 69 properties were up for auction for failure to pay taxes.

The 51 properties that failed to receive bids are still up for auction online at www.sritaxsale.com beginning April 13 and continuing for one week. Twelve of the 17 properties sold at the event were purchased for the minimum bid of $200. The other five properties ranged in

price from $350 to $6,000. Actually, three of the properties sold for at least $1,000, with the other two selling for $1,400 and $5,800, respectively. The properties up for auction were located throughout Wabash County, and included 23 in the Twin Lakes area and another eight

in the Sandy Beach area. None of the Twin Lakes property sold, but six of the eight Sandy Beach sites did. Joe Edwards of SRI Incorporated conducted the auction, which took place in a packed Commissioners’ room at the Wabash County Courthouse. The entire sale lasted about 30 minutes. While the sale took place on April 8, those buying the property do not take possession of the land for at least 120 days, Edwards warned bidders. “You will not get anything today in the way of evidence that you have the right to go on the property, to do anything to the property,” he said. “Basically, if you go to the property, go on to the property and do anything to it, you’re running some risks, and one of the risks is trespassing. If you’ve been mowing this lot next to you for 25 years, then you’ve been trespassing for 25 years. “Whatever you do

Participants in the Wabash County Commissioners’ tax certificate sale check out paperwork listing various properties up for auction. Photo by Joseph Slacian from this point forward, it’s still the same risk, because you’re not the owner today of these properties. You can’t tell the people who live there that you bought their house, or those kinds of things.” Current property owners or their representatives have 120 days to report to the Courthouse and pay any debts they own on

the land, Edwards explained. “That will put them back in good standing with Wabash County, they have paid all their taxes, and that will make them back as the rightful owner,” he said. “You, on the other hand, your certificate will become null and void if the property redeems. You will not be able to get a deed at any point from this sale, if the property is redeemed.” Buyers of those properties that are redeemed will receive

their money refunded, with 10 percent interest. To be eligible to receive the deed, buyers must send a certified mail notice “to anyone who has a substantial property interest” in the land. To determine that, Edwards said, a tax lien title search must be notified. “Those interested parties are people like judgment lien holders, mechanics lien holders, mortgage companies,” he continued. (continued on page 7)

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17 properties sold at tax certificate sale ... continued from page 6 “Those people don’t know about this sale. It’s incumbent upon you to notify them by finding out who they are and sending them a certified mail notice.” Edwards suggested having a lawyer prepare the written notice, since it is technical and, if not properly prepared, the sale could be voided. Again, if the property owner pays the lien, money spent on title searches and the buyer may recoup attorney fees. The reimbursement is up to $150 for a title search and $750 for attorney fees. Forms must be filed with the auditor’s office before reimbursement is made. “Statistically, not a lot of property is redeemed, “ Edwards said. “But about the time you decided not to file is the time your’s would, and you’d be out of that money.” He also reminded buyers that they need to pay property taxes on the property they

are buying by the May 10 deadline. “You will not get a bill for taxes because you are not the owner,” he said. “The bill will go to same people who have not paid the taxes the last three years. It’s incumbent upon you to pay those taxes, especially if you intend to take these to deed. Otherwise, you’re going to be getting a deed for a piece of property that has delinquent taxes and a penalty. “Because on May 11, there’s going to be a penalty.” He urged buyers to pay the taxes after the auction and file the proper form, so if the property is redeemed, the tax payment will be reimbursed to the buyer. Auditor Linda Conrad said those parcels not sold during the online auction would be up for sale again in the fall during the annual sheriff ’s sale.

Wabash Chamber hosts small business counseling By The Paper staff

Scot Goskowicz, a business counselor from the Fort Wayne Small Business Development Center, on April 15, 2015. Free personal appointments with Goskowicz must be scheduled through the Chamber office. Whether starting a new business or needing assistance with a current company, SBDC has the resources to help. SBDC offers assistance

with marketing demographics, funding options, business and succession planning, growing ideas, setting goals, identifying resources, pursuing opportunities, and overcoming challenges in your business. The sessions will be located at, and sponsored by, the Wabash County Chamber of Commerce, 210 South Wabash St., Wabash, IN. Appointments may be made by calling 260563-1168.

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Wabash FAME spotlights Chinese culture at upcoming festival By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com

On Saturday, April 18, area students will bring the heart of China to the Honeywell Center in celebration of the ninth annual Wabash Foundation for Art and Music in Education (FAME) Festival. The foundation, an organization based in Fort Wayne, sponsors art activities for students in elementary and middle schools in

Northern Indiana. “FAME has existed for 27 years at our parent organization in Fort Wayne,” said Judy Ward, planning committee head, in an interview with The Paper. Over nine years ago, Ward collaborated with the organization to bring the music and art festival to Wabash. “We’re excited that this is year nine here and that this program keeps growing,” she said. “Last year, we had around 2,200 peo-

ple come and we’re hoping to do that well again this year.” This year, activities, performances, artifacts, and special guests will be themed around Chinese culture, giving children the opportunity to experience the art and history of the ancient culture first hand. Special guests include the music and dance performers Fort Wayne Chinese Families and Friends Association, professional cartoonist Eric

Reaves, artist Candie Cooper, artist Karen Welsh, and art instructor Karen Eilts-Walter. The popular Imaginarium make-it, take-it craft projects will range from making bookmarks with Chinese calligraphy to crafting Kokeshi dolls, lanterns, and more. Performances will feature a dragon dance, opera dancing, ballet, drum dancing, a student instrumental ensemble, a vocal solo in Chinese, and

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A Chinese dragon will be a special guest star at the ninth annual Wabash FAME Festival. This year, the festival will spotlight Chinese culture and teach children artistic and historical aspects of China through activities, musical performances, and guests like the dragon, who a part of the Fort Wayne Chinese Families and Friends Association. Photo provided music with a cucurbit flute. The ensemble will perform in Ford Theater at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 3 p.m. The FAME Festival also collaborated with elementary and high school students for several displays and music ensembles. Student-decorated artistic trashcans will be displayed and available to purchase through a silent auction. “These trashcans are great for decorating homes and offices and they’re a conversation-starting piece,” Ward said.

For musical entertainment, the festival will be introducing its first Composition Project, which brought together 19 fourth graders from throughout the county to compose an original song for the festival. The children met with composer Dr. Todd Syswerda from Indiana Wesleyan University for three after-school sessions in January and early February. They learned the basics of composing, individually creating their own compositions by

incorporating melody, rhythm, and mood theme. Syswerda then took the student projects and wove them together into a completed composition that will premiere in a concert during a performance by the Indiana Wesleyan University Wind Ensemble at 2 p.m. in the Ford Theater. The student composers include St. Bernard Elementary students Kamrin Adams, Val Baucco, Jacob Fuchs; O. J. Neighbours students Morgan Butcher, Dave Ford, Cole Hughes, Grace LaMar; M a n c h e s t e r Intermediate students Emily Dotson, Alesha Edwards, Cristani Guerro; Sharp Creek Elementary students Tori Graft, Ella Haupert, Madison Holley, Claire T h o m p s o n ; S o u t h w o o d Elementary students Brodiey Griswold, Lyndzy Silvers, Alecia Sweet, Makenna Younce; and Emmanuel Christian Elementary student (continued on page 11)

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City officials urge residents to fill out surveys By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com City of Wabash officials are urging residents who have not yet filled out income surveys they received to do so.

“This survey will be used to determine eligibility for certain grant-funding programs as part of our Stellar Communities designation,” Mayor R o b e r t Vanlandingham said. “It is vitally impor-

tant that you return this survey as quickly as possible, in the pre-addressed stamped envelope, as we need to receive a designated number of responses for our survey to be considered valid.”

In February, The Region III-A Development and Regional Planning Commission sent out about 700 surveys to local residents. As of Thursday, April 9, 356 responses were returned,

according to City Hall officials. That means another survey will be sent to the 344 non-responsive households. City officials stressed that the surveys are strictly confidential. They are to

Richvalley UMW has April meeting Article provided The Richvalley United Methodist Women met April 1 at the church with President Cindi Price leading recitation of the UMW Purpose and Prayer. The lesson was given by Amy Lauer, “Living with the Dead in Manila” from Response magazine. The lesson explained how families live in

the North Cemetery, the oldest graveyard in the Philippians. People feel they are better off in the cemetery than living in the streets. With assistance from UMW, children are receiving meals and education. Deanna Unger announced the next meeting will be May 3, the MotherDaughter Tea, with the theme being “Time.”

Roll call was answered with “the Best Witnessing Technique.” Minutes were approved and the treasurer’s report was given. Amy Lauer was hostess for the evening. Treasurer Jane Long will send funds to the Northwest District UMW for Lucille Raines, Youth & Young Adults and the School of Christian Mission U for the

unit’s assessment for 17 members. Members discussed the books of James, 1st and 2nd Peter with favorite verses. The question was asked, “Do we suffer due to being a Christian?” Members voted to send funds to West Africa Operation Classroom for students’ tuition. Carolyn Maxwell gave closing devo-

tions with humor and finished with the Easter story and remembering the Easter lesson. The next regular meeting will be June 3 with Patty Sausaman being the hostess and lesson presenter. Roll call will be “The most sacred place you have been.” Members are to read 123 John and Jude.

Wabash FAME spotlights Chinese culture at upcoming festival ... continued from page 10 Japheth Niccum. Winning FAME Festival poster designs, submitted by area students, will also be framed and on display. This year’s winning designers include fifth grade Blair Pointe student Kerynne Stapleton, fourth grade M a n c h e s t e r Intermediate student Skye McCullough, second grade Metro North Elementary student Harper Golliher, eight grade Northfield Junior High student Faith Macy, fifth grade Sharp Creek Elementary student Julia France, sixth grade Southwood Elementary student

Mariah Dickerhoff, sixth grade St. Bernard Elementary student Jessica Geiger, and eighth grade Wabash Middle School student Lilly Mota. “I think people are amazed when they come,” Ward said. “They don’t imagine it’d be on the scope that it is. “This (festival) is something that can interest everyone, even though it’s focused on elementary and middle school kids. I’ve had some people say they’re only going to come for an hour or two and end up staying for the whole day because there’s so many things to do.”

Chinese gifts and souvenirs will be available for purchase at the Fort Wayne Chinese Families and Friends Association booth. The festival is open to the public and will begin at 9 a.m. and last until 4 p.m. Admission and most activities are free. However, Ward stresses that souvenirs and some activities will require payment. For more information about FAME and upcoming events, visit famearts.org.

be sent to Dr. Thomas Guthrie, a retired professor from Indiana UniversityPurdue University Fort Wayne, who is tabulating the information. “Respondents need not put their name on the survey, and the responses are confidential and only used for the purpose of determining eligibility for grant funding,” the mayor said, stressing Guthrie doesn’t have access to a respondent’s contact information. “If you received a survey form, I urge you to please fill it out and return it as quickly as possible,”

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VIEWPOINT Many make Blessings in a Backpack a success

Dear Editor: One more year almost checked off the Blessings in a Backpack calendar. I can’t say enough how important and appreciated our faithful donors are. Without them, I would not be able to do God’s work in our community. We are still serving in Metro North, S o u t h w o o d Elementary, and O.J. Neighbors; however, this 2014-15 school year brought with it some changes in those school districts. Southwood is now kindergarten through sixth grade, and O.J. Neighbors is

now kindergarten through fifth grade. As you can imagine, these additions brought along more children who qualify for Blessings in a Backpack. We went from feeding 421 students last year to 560 this year! Our partnership with Bechtol Grocery and Second Harvest Food Bank continues to be a blessing. We are able to send home breakfast, snacks, and hot meal items each week such as soups, oatmeal, granola bars, fruit snacks, drinks, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and so forth. Thanks

to Kirtlan Automotive we are able to buy food in bulk when we find it at a great low price because of the warehouse they generously let us occupy, and Trinity Lutheran Church has graciously given us their fellowship hall to pack in every single week. We all make a really great team! I think the biggest blessing this year are the amazing volunteers who give up their time to help me organize, assemble, or deliver these backpacks every week. We assemble 560 bags in a little under an

Salb deserves support Dear Editor: I would not have made it through high school without, Boo Salb. I’m starting school at Indiana Wesleyan in Marion for my Master’s Degree in nursing. I currently work at a hospital as a register nurse with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. She would not let me give up on myself. She led me through high school

and gave me starting knowledge and selfworthiness to fight for my education and to succeed. She has her own classroom. She gets the kids that don’t want to be at school, troubled, struggling and need that extra attention. She leads these kids through school and to graduation. She educates these kids and gives them selfesteem to move forward and become

active community members just like she has done with me. She does not stand beside another teacher waiting for directions. She is the teacher, leader, friend, authority, counselor, and referee. Boo Salb, always has your back and will stand up for you, when no one else will — Tia Wagner Wabash

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I would never have had a chance to know without the connection to this program. Their dedication, support, and encouragement blow me away. I like to take this opportunity once a year to let you know how your donations were used, and to thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me bring a smile to small faces each week. They have no control over their circumstances. I’m so grateful that I can play a small part

in helping them see God’s love through the food we send home with them. If you would like to impact a child’s life this year, you can send your donation to me at 499 S 475 W lot 2 Wabash IN 46992. Checks should be made out to Blessings in a Backpack with “Wabash County, IN” in the memo line. A tax deductible receipt will be sent directly back to you. Feel free to contact me should you have any questions or concerns, or

if you would like to help volunteer at 260571-4001. You can also visit www.blessingsinabackpack.org for more information. Remember, it only takes $80 to feed one child every Friday for the whole school year, and 100% of the money raised will be spent to purchase food for children in our community. — Jenny Wilson, P r o g r a m Coordinator

Pay a visit to the library When’s the last time you made a visit to your local library? Might we suggest doing so this week during National Library Week? In this digital and electronic age we live in, libraries are still important to each and everyone of us. True, the Internet has become a mainstay in our lives. Television, movies, music, newspapers, magazines and even books can be viewed or read online. However, not every book, newspaper or magazine is available on the Internet. Chances are if they aren’t available online, your library either has it on its shelves, or can get it for you through its lending program. But there are any other number of reasons why libraries are important to our lives

OUR VIEW and our community. They give a place to meet, to read, to meditate and to open our minds to all kinds of experiences we might not be able to have. Libraries offer a variety or programming, from book clubs to how-to courses, such as how to right a resume, how to work a particular computer program or how to write a short story. Programming for children also is abundant, with programs planned throughout the year, often times bringing in special guests to perform. Libraries also often house extensive genealogical material, vital for those interested in researching their family tree. Libraries often have beautiful examples of

architecture. The Wabash Carnegie Public Library is a perfect example of that. When is the last time you actually took a moment to stop underneath the Wabash library’s great dome and look up and be in awe of its beauty? We suggest trying it sometime. Let’s face it, books can often be expensive to purchase. Some books, such as travel books, art books or history books are only needed for a short period of time. Libraries offer those types of books, and they are available to use at no cost. And, perhaps the most important job a library does is encouraging reading. In this day and age of high-tech gadgets, video games and the

like, reading is something that often gets put on the back burner. Libraries often help rekindle the love for reading in a person. So why not make a stop this week at your local library. We’re sure you’ll like what you experience and will make several return visits.

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Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Accidents April 2 At 9:20 p.m., a vehicle driven by Ashley N. Frehse, was westbound on Durnbaugh Road, attempting to

drive around a curve when a deer entered the roadway. She swerved, missed the deer, exited the roadway and came to a rest in a field. April 3 At 8:35 a.m., a vehi-

cle driven by Dallas Howard, 65, Liberty Mills, was traveling south on SR 13 when he attempted to make a left turn onto Main Street toward Liberty Mills when he collided with northbound vehicle driven by

Kevin W. Sparling, 48 Wabash High School graduate April 7, 1967 – April 10, 2015 Kevin Wayne Sparling, 48, of Wabash, went to be with the Lord, at 2:52 p.m., Friday, April 10, 2015, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. He was born April 7, 1967, in Wabash, Indiana to Wayne and Beverly (Wolfrum) Sparling. Kevin was a 1985 graduate of Wabash High School. He married Mary A. Sims at the Wabash Friends Church on July 7, 1995. He worked at Ford Meter Box for 20 years and in the family business at Kitchens Plus. He was a member of Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church and the Wabash Cannonball Motorcycle Club. He enjoyed woodworking and watching motocross, I.U. basketball, and Chicago Bears football. He is survived by his wife, Mary A. Sparling; two children, Kayla N. Sparling and Drake A. Sparling; his parents, Wayne and Beverly Sparling, and three sisters, Caryn (Tim) Middleton, Cheryl (Rodney) Holmes, and Carole (Kim) Hiner, all of Wabash; father-in-law, John (Jean) Sims of Dunkirk; sisters-in-law, Janie Hogan of Phoenix, Ariz., and Phyllis “Cookie” Earhart of Marion; brothers-in-law, Steven Earhart of Marion, and William Waggoner of Wabash, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Susan Kay Sparling, and his mother-in-law, Charlene Sims. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, April 16, 2015, at Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church, 129 Southwood Drive, Wabash, with the Rev. Terry Hinds officiating. Burial will be in Friends Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 2-8 pm Wednesday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, and one hour prior to the service Thursday at the church. Preferred memorial is his children, Kayla and Drake Sparling. The memorial guest book for Kevin may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

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Yvette M. Schmucker, 49, Cromwell. At 11:50 p.m., a vehicle driven by Paul Dobrovodsky, 51, Roann, was westbound on SR 114 when a deer entered the roadway and ran into his vehicle, striking the front driver side. April 7 At 11:18 a.m., a vehicle driven by William S. Bowman, 81, Logansport, was traveling east on US 24 when he lost control of his vehicle due to a wet roadway surface, exited the roadway, and came to rest in the median. April 8 At 7:05 a.m., a vehicle driven by David E. King, 62, Wabash, was northbound on SR 15 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. Citations April 2 Lindsey A. Stiffler, 24, Indianapolis, speeding, 72 in 55. April 5 Benjamin C. Stout, 24, LaFontaine, speeding, 77 in 55. April 7 Marlin C. Darrah, 59, Portland, Ore., disregarding stop

sign. Tom L. Bumgardner, 68, Wabash, speeding, 69 in 45. April 8 Benjamin Reising, 21, Carmel, speeding, 73 in 55. Crystal L. Francis, 43, Liberty Mills, general speeding, 45 in 30. Bookings Danny Hall, 59, Wabash, misdemeanor intimidation. Mandi L. Kobold (Ward), 35, North Liberty, failure to appear for failure to pay child support. Debbie S. Blanton, 50, North Manchester, dealing in controlled substance. Austin N. Rowe, 21, Wabash, felony court order for two counts sexual misconduct. Andrew J. Lester, 43, North Manchester, felony petition to revoke for possession of controlled substance. Roberto E. Claudio, 35, Wabash, misdemeanor public intoxication. Tristin C. Burnette, 19, Laketon, misdemeanor public intoxication and revocation of probation for misdemeanor operating

Dec. 20, 1945 – April 4, 2015 Gayle K. Becker, 69, of rural Roann, died at 9:55 pm, Saturday, April 4, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was born Dec. 20, 1945, in New Haven, Conn., to Vernon and Helen (Robinson) Kelsey. Gayle was a 1963 graduate of Pennsbury High School, Fairless Hills, Pa., and a 1967 graduate of Indiana University School of Nursing. She received her MBA from Indiana Wesleyan in 1993. She married Henry A. Becker on June 17, 1967, in Yardley, Pa. Gayle was a Registered Nurse at Wabash County Hospital 25 years, where she was also Director of Nursing, and was a RN at Kosciusko Community Hospital 10 years. She was a member of Roann First Brethren Church. She was a member of the Wabash County Health Department Board of Directors, President of Roann Covered Bridge Association, was an advocate for CASA and served on the Roann Tenderhearts Preschool Board. Gayle volunteered at 85 Hope, the Helping Hands Store, the Roann Food Pantry, the Stockdale Mill, and also helped decorate the Honeywell Center at Christmas time. She is survived by her husband, Henry Becker of Roann; daughter, Alison Becker of Indianapolis, and her sister, Diane (Robert) Guy of Aurora, Colo. She was preceded in death by her parents. Friends may call 4-8 pm Thursday, April 9, 2015, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 335 S. Chippewa Road, Roann. Burial will be in the Roann Community Cemetery at a later date. As per Gayle’s wishes she will be cremated. Preferred memorial is 85 Hope or the Animal Shelter of Wabash County. The memorial guest book for Gayle may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Bob S. Lynn, 90 World War II veteran Jan. 4, 1925 – April 4, 2015 Bob S. Lynn, 90, North Manchester, died at 10:29 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2015 in T i m b e r c r e s t Healthcare Center, North Manchester. He was born Jan, 4, 1925, in Herrin, Ill., to Fred & Lillian (Scott) Lynn. On June 5, 1953 he married Patricia Crader. She died May 31, 2001. He is survived by a son, three daughters, seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. No visitation or services are planned at this

time. Arrangements were entrusted to McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

moving vehicle while intoxicated. Richard L. Graber, 62, LaFontaine, domestic battery. Zachary A. Merrell, 23, Wabash, child in need of services hearing. Jaclyn A. Smith, 37, Marion, child in need of services and petition to revoke probation for possession of methamphetamine. Wabash Police Department Accidents April 3 At 11:20 a.m., a vehicle driven by John B. Bechtol, 66, LaFontaine, was westbound on Hill Street when he collided with a vehicle

driven by James M. Stefanatos, 70, Wabash. At 4:38 p.m., a vehicle driven by K. A. Ward Quakenbush, 49, Wabash was turning out of an alley onto Stitt Street when she collided with a vehicle driven by Thomas J. Cox, 50, Wabash.

April 4 At 12:25 p.m., a vehicle driven by Bruce D. Gross, 47, Wabash, was stopped at the intersection of Wabash Street and Harrison Avenue when he was struck by a vehicle driven by Jonathan B. Fawley, 17, Urbana.

April 5 At 3:17 p.m., a vehi-

Sheriff releases department’s monthly statistics By The Paper staff Sheriff Bob Land has released the Wabash County S h e r i f f ’ s Department’s monthly statistics for March. Those statistics show: Traffic citations, includes Operation Pull-Over: 95 Traffic warnings, includes Operation Pull-Over: 150 Driving under the influence arrests: 4 Other alcohol related arrests: 1 Total individual arrested: 30 Total felony counts: 9

Total misdemeanor counts: 38 Total drug arrests: 5 Total felony counts: 3 Total misdemeanor counts: 6 Total criminal cases worked: 62 Total crashes worked: 70 Total number of transports: 48 Total number of civil process papers served: 527 Total number of warrants served: 32 Total number of public appearances: 12 Total number of calls for service: 963

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cle driven by Jean A. Harmon, 57, Lagro, was backing out of a driveway onto Linwood Lane when she collided with a legally parked vehicle. April 7 At 12:09 a.m., a vehicle driven by Jeremiah L. Fisher, 38, Wabash, was southbound on North Cass Street when his accelerator stuck. He put the vehicle into neutral, but lost control of the vehicle due to wet roadway conditions. The vehicle then exited the roadway, drove into a ditch, and struck three concrete picnic tables. At 5:27 a.m., a vehicle driven by Ernest E. Hubbard, 38, Wabash, was traveling northeast on Harrison Avenue when a canine entered the roadway. Hubbard attempted to brake, slid on the wet roadway, and struck a utility pole. At 2:36 p.m., a vehicle driven by Tamara Unger, 53, Wabash,

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was backing out of a parking spot on Market Street when she collided with a vehicle driven by Rachal I. Heitz, 38, Wabash.

Shane N. Miller, 23, Wabash, no registration and no valid license.

At 10:08 a.m., battery report taken in the 500 block of SR 13 East.

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April 9 At 9:56 a.m., a vehicle driven by Joyce D. Devore, 57, Wabash, was stopped at a stop sign eastbound on Sinclair Street when she attempted to turn right onto Cass Street and collided with a vehicle driven by Lisa K. Childers, 37, Wabash.

April 3 At 3:05 p.m., a vehicle driven by Gabe M. Hoagland, 21, North Manchester, collided with a vehicle driven by Robert L. Wendel, 86, North Manchester, at the intersection of SR 13 and Wayne Street.

April 7 At 10:34 p.m., criminal mischief report taken in the 500 block of North Sycamore Street.

Citations April 3 William S. Wise, 29, Wabash, theft.

Citations March 31 Abigail L. Taylor, 24, North Manchester, cited for speeding.

April 4 Aaron L. Nealis, 19, Wabash, driving while suspended. Jessica Fisher, 34, Wabash, dog at large.

April 1 Robert D. Ragan, 54, North Manchester, cited for expired vehicle registration.

April 7 Christina M. McKernan, 47, Wabash, unreasonable speed. Robert E. Claudio, 35, Wabash, public intoxication.

April 2 Thelma J. Butler, 81, Laketon, cited for speeding. April 7 Shelly D. Lambert, 41, North Manchester, cited for speeding. Jessica R. King, 33, North Manchester, cited for speeding. Christopher J. Fogel, 24, North Manchester, cited for speeding. Cases April 1 At 3:08 p.m., operating while intoxicated report taken in the 1200 block of West 4th Street. April 2 At 9:19 a.m., theft report taken in the 1100 block of North Market Street. April 6

April 8 At 4:05 p.m., theft report taken in the 400 block of East 4th Street. April 9 At 8:29 a.m., theft report taken in the 200 block of Wabash Road. At 1:21 p.m., burglary report taken in the 1100 block of SR 114 West. At 9:55 p.m., battery report taken in the 500 block of North Wayne Street. April 10 At 11:41 a.m., animal complaint report taken in the 1200 block of North Wayne Street. April 11 At 11:37 p.m., burglary report taken in the 200 block of East 9th Street. April 12 At 9:57 a.m., theft report taken in the 700 block of North Mill Street. Arrests March 31 At 4:57 p.m., Paul Schmidt, 28, North Manchester, arrested on warrant for perjury, criminal recklessness, and reckless driving. April 7 At 10:34 p.m., Tristin C. Burnette, 19, Laketon, arrested for criminal mischief and minor consum-

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At 11:43 a.m., 200 block of North Walnut Street for medical assist.

April 6 At 8:48 a.m., 600 block of West South Street for medical assist. At 1:51 p.m., 900 block of West 4th Street for medical assist.

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Robert E. Kulb, 74 Enjoyed outdoors June 18, 1940 – April 10, 2015

Robert Eugene “Bob” Kulb, 74, of rural Wabash, died at 6 p.m., Friday, April 10, 2015, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. He was born June 18, 1940, in Wabash, to Wilbur and Ruth (Barlow) Kulb. Bob was a 1958 graduate of Wabash High School. He married Joyce (Garner) Brooks and she preceded him in death. He was the Body Shop Manager at Maggart Pontiac-Cadillac in Wabash several years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his five children, David Wilcox of Wabash, Tom Wilcox of Las Vegas, Nev., Kathy (Phillip) Fulton of Wabash, Cindy (Gary) Thomas of Greentown, and Dennis (Mel) Brooks of Bluffton; 11 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and his sister, Linda (Clarence) Music of Wabash. He was also preceded in death by his parents and his son, Tony Wilcox. Visitation and funeral services were Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with Pastor Doug Barton officiating. Burial will be in Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion. The memorial guest book for Bob may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Bonnie Genovese, 48 Enjoyed traveling Nov. 9, 1966 – April 8, 2015

Bonnie Christine (Kieffaber) Genovese, 48, North Manchester, died Wednesday, April 8, 2015, at the Visiting Nurse Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. She was born Nov. 9, 1966, in Dixon, Ill., to Alan and Nancy (Royer) Kieffaber Bonnie graduated from Willowbrook High School, Villa Park, Ill., in 1984. She received a BA degree in elementary and special education from Manchester College in 1989. While at Manchester, she enjoyed singing in the A Cappella Choir and working in hospitality, helping host and serve banquets and special events. Bonnie spent her career working with disabled people. She was a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional (QMRP) and worked at Vernon Manor Children’s Home in Wabash, for many years. She served as a case manager for several agencies, most recently IPMG (Indiana Professional Management Group). Bonnie is survived by her daughter, Mikayla Jo Genovese; father and stepmother, Alan and Marilyn Kieffaber; sister, Laurie Kieffaber Cornett (Willie Cornett), all of North Manchester; stepsister and stepbrother, Elizabeth Nelson of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Alan Nelson of Duvall, Wash.; nieces, Molly and Violet Palmer, both of Brooklyn; former husband Brian Genovese, of Indianapolis; many beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins; and a host of friends. Bonnie was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Kieffaber Eichelberger, and stepfather, John Eichelberger. Bonnie was an active member of the Wabash Church of the Brethren, Wabash. Her many interests included music and drama, reading, traveling, and anything to do with Laura Ingalls Wilder. She participated in Wabash Community Theater, both as a performer and behind the scenes. Bonnie faced the diagnosis of ovarian cancer with courage and dignity, determined to live life fully. She devoted herself during the past several years to parenting her daughter, traveling when she could, and making counted crossstitch gifts for family and friends. She planned and enjoyed a trip to Disney World with daughter, Mikayla, and sister, Laurie, a few weeks before her death. A celebration of Bonnie’s life is planned at Wabash Church of the Brethren, 645 Bond Street, Wabash, Indiana, Saturday, May 2, at 11 a.m. Pastor Kay Gaier will officiate. Family and friends may call one hour prior to the service. Arrangements are entrusted to McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Memorial contributions may be made to Wabash Church of the Brethren Youth Fund, 645 Bond Street, Wabash, IN, 46992, or to Mikayla Genovese Education Fund, c/o Alan Kieffaber, 605 Front Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be sent at mckeemortuary.com.

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April 8 At 11:29 a.m., 1100 block of West 4th Street for medical assist. At 9:37 p.m., 1200 block of West 4th Street for smoking electrical outlet. April 11 At 8:26 p.m., 700 block of West Main Street for medical assist. April 12 At 8:38 a.m., 100 block of West 4th Street for medical assist. At 10:45 a.m., 200 block of South Sycamore Street for medical assist. Land Transfers Joy Wagner and Thomas N. McKee to Christopher D. Fields, personal representation deed. Dennis and Jennifer Vigar to Mark A. and Tamera S. Vigar, quitclaim deed. Shannon Shearer to Amy Shearer, quitclaim deed. Jack E. and Miriam D. Eads to Eads Farms Inc., quitclaim deed. Sherry Lea Brainard to Pamela Magley, warranty deed. Donald R. and Reba M. Jacobs to Brian H. and Jennifer R. Finney, quitclaim deed. Karolina Hadaway to James R. Hadaway, quitclaim deed. CR Capital Group LLC to Castle CFD Group LLC, quitclaim deed. Peggy V. and Robert R. McCallen to Bryan T. and Sylvia K. McCallen, quitclaim deed. Bobby G. and Regina A. Kersey to Nicholas W. and Marci A. Nagy, warranty deed. Phyllis J. and Danny J. Schoby to James D. and Lana S. Reed, warranty deed. Mark A. and Jennifer N. Shoemaker to Tristan L. Heyde, warranty deed. Richard C. and Darlene Harris to Richard C. and Darlene K. Harris, quitclaim deed. JPMorgan Chase Bank N A to Nathan A. Black, warranty deed. Lucille Troyer Highley and Polly Edwards to Jeffrey

D. and Michelle D. Guenin, personal representation deed. E c o n o m i c Development Group O to Norfolk Southern Railway Co., corporate deed. Robert B. McCarty to Jeannette Webb, quitclaim deed. Jeannette Webb to Zachary A. Webb, quitclaim deed. Michael L. Enyeart to Michael L. and Amy L. Enyeart, quitclaim deed. Steven R. and Richard E. Ford to Charley Creek Foundation Inc., personal representation deed. Steven R. and Richard E. Ford to Charley Creek Foundation Inc., trust deed. Charley Creek Foundation Inc. to H o n e y w e l l Foundation Inc., corporate deed. Charley Creek Foundation Inc. to

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Curtis L. Mills, 57, Macy, went home to be with his Heavenly Father Tuesday morning, April 7, 2015, at his home. He was born June 25, 1957, in Rochester, the son of the late Leroy, Jr. and Margaret L. Zartman Mills. On July 3, 1993, God brought together in marriage Curt with the former

Barbara Crist. He is survived by his wife, daughter, two sisters, a brother, two grandchildren, his father and mother-in-law, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services wwere at Denver Baptist Church with Pastor Tim Earle officiating. McClain Funeral Home, Denver has been entrusted with arrangements.

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THE ROANN LIONS Club will again be selling the Roann Community calendar at a cost of $6. The calendar will be delivered in June. This is the Lions Club’s yearly fundraiser to support the services they do as a club. Birthdays and anniversaries are put on the calendar for those who purchase the calendar. Since the Lions Club pays for each entry on the calendar it is

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Façade program begins again in Wabash... continued from the front page Development Group of Wabash County. “For a number of reasons it made more sense to do it from local funds versus Stellar partner funds. “We will present a plan to the Redevelopment Commission next month to fund it from the downtown TIF.” The program is designed to maintain vibrancy of Wabash’s downtown core by encouraging investments that enhance the visual aesthetics of commercial properties leading to increased property values, according to its guidelines. It also is designed to stimulate economic development

by providing incentives to increase private investment, ensure structure sustainability and create aesthetically pleasing areas that attract new businesses, residential uses and consumers. A building proposed for the program must have commercial activity as its primary purpose. Mixed-use buildings are eligible as long as the first floor is used for commercial business. Vacant buildings also are eligible, as long as the owner plans to renovate it to a habitable condition. This is a dollar-fordollar matching grant. However, there is a twist as to how building owners can match

the grant. For the first time, a portion of the funds invested in roofs or non-façade portions of a building can be leveraged toward the matching grant. Under the guidelines, 40 percent of the cost of a roof repair or replacement will be allowed as a match toward the façade grant, while 30 percent of the cost of renovation to the non-façade portion of the building, such as the rear or side of a building, can be leveraged. “Actual façade dollars will only go into the façade,” according to Lisa Gilman, who worked with WMI to develop the guidelines. “If you want to do a lot

of façade work, and we require a dollar for dollar match on the façade for façade money, if you want to do your roof, 40 percent of the cost of that roof can go toward your façade grant. So that is a big help. “If you are in a main thoroughfare, kind of like the Laura Stephens building, she’s got one huge façade that’s facing the (Veteran’s Plaza) parking lot, so she could receive funds for that. The Bradley Building is another building. That building has three facades facing main thoroughfares, so those facades could get matching dollars. “But if you had just

a regular building and the rear of the building needed work, 30 percent of the work on the rear of the building, that no one could see could be used as your match requirement toward the grant.” Those aspects were included in the grant to encourage people to do more work to their buildings, Gilman said. “Instead of just making their façade pretty, it’s more important to deal with some structural issues,” she said. “If you’ve got a leaky roof, having a pretty façade isn’t going to keep your building lasting forever. It’s more helpful to allow the leveraging side. “We can get more done with the same amount of dollars.” Owners of about 20 downtown buildings have expressed inter-

est in participating in the façade program, organizers said, and since Tuesday, April 7, two have already submitted grant applications. Callahan said it is hoped that all the building owners that expressed interest initially in the program participate. “The $1.3 million will cover above and beyond what was projected, so the life of the program should go on,” he said. “I think you see that a lot downtown. One person does one building and two more people will do buildings.” There is no deadline for ending the program. “A critical piece to this is this is why downtown Wabash is attracting business investment,” said Christine Flohr, WMI’s interim director.

“Because our community provides opportunity and resources to leverage funds to invest in historical buildings. These buildings are 150-plus years old, and they’re going to inherit some existing architectural, structural or even just cosmetic problems. “So because we offer these attractive amenities and these attractive business investment tools, we’re seeing a lot of others outside interests come to invest because other communities our size and even larger aren’t executing façade improvement programs successfully, and they’re not executing them in a way that offers the building owners the most opportunity to leverage the largest amount of match investment.”

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Wabash woman wins tourney contest By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com A Wabash woman is the proud owner of a new, 42-inch flatscreen television. The woman, Sue Clapp, won the television in a contest conducted at the Dallas L. Winchester Senior Center and sponsored

by Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Center. Clapp and one other participant picked Duke to win the NCAA Men’s B a s k e t b a l l Tournament. Because two had picked Duke, the contest came down to a tie-breaker, and Clapp’s prediction of a 52-48 final score was closest to

the final score, 68-63, “I forgot I picked Duke,” a startled Clapp said Tuesday when Senior Center Activities Director Kellie Brace announced her as the winner. As for her secret in winning, “I just guessed.” This is the second year that Autumn

Ridge sponsored the contest at the Senior Center. “Last year we gave away an iPad,” said Michael Lehman, director of marketing and admissions for Autumn Ridge. About 50 people entered the contest. “Most people picked Kentucky to win,” Brace said.

White Sox rookie has ties to Wabash County By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Micah Johnson, the Chicago White Sox’s rookie second baseman, has ties to Wabash County. Johnson’s mother, Tanya (Airgood) Johnson, is a Manchester High School graduate. She attended Manchester College where she met Johnson’s father, Harold Johnson. His grandmother, Peggy Boggs, and grandfather, Tom Airgood, still live in North Manchester. “I just got back from Kansas City,” Boggs told The Paper of Wabash County on Friday. “I’m heading

to Chicago on Saturday.” The White Sox opened the season in Kansas City, where it lost its first three ballgames of the season. It opened its home season on Friday, losing to Minnesota, but won on Saturday and Sunday to have a 2-4 record after its first two series of the year. J o h n s o n attended Park Tudor School in Indianapoli s, Indiana, and Indiana U n i v e r s i t y Bloomington, where he played for the Indiana Hoosiers baseball team. He was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 9th round of the 2012 MLB

Draft. He started his career in 2012 with the rookie level Great Falls Voyagers. He finished the 2012 season hitting .273 in 271 at-bats. He was moved up to the Kannapolis Intimidators of the Class A South Atlantic League for the start of the 2013 season. Johnson was promoted to the WinstonSalem Dash of the Class AAdvanced Carolina League and then the Birmingham Barons of the Class AA Southern League for the final week of the season. Johnson finished the 2013 season hitting a combined .312 in 536 at bats.

Johnson began the 2014 season with Birmingham, and was promoted to the Charlotte Knights of the Class AAA International League in May. His season ended in August due to an injury to his left hamstring. “He left IU after he was drafted” his grandmother said. “But he’s still taking classes there in the off-season.” After his first six games of the season, Johnson has three hits in 16 plate appearances. One of his hits was a double. His batting average after one week of play is .188.

Race to a state park for fitness opportunities From the DNR

Organized runs and walks, hiking and mountain biking opportunities and more make Indiana’s state parks the perfect place to get fit this year. Several activities will take place this month around Indiana The Hardy Lake Ramble for the Raptors, April 18.

Proceeds from the 5k run/walk race benefit Hardy Lake and the Dwight Chamberlain Raptor Center. Information on the Hardy Lake event and additional races throughout the year at state parks is at stateparks.in.gov/761 0.htm Organized races, including triathlons, also are taking place at Chain O’Lakes, Indiana Dunes, Lincoln,

Mounds, Ouabache, Pokagon, Summit Lake and Versailles state parks, and Mississinewa, Monroe and Patoka lakes. Check the website regularly for additions to this list. Remember to celebrate National Kids to Parks Day, May 16. And while you’re there, participate in the Indiana Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights, a pro-

gram that encourages kids to get outside and explore nature by completing a list of 11 healthy activities, from climbing a tree to splashing in a stream. More information on the Bill of Rights and fitness opportunities is available at the “Healthy Parks Healthy People” webp a g e , dnr.IN.gov/healthy

Sue Clapp shows her winning basketball tourney selection sheet while Michael Lehman of Autumn Ridge presents her with the television she won in the contest which took place at the Dallas L. Winchester Senior Center. Photo by Joseph Slacian

Apaches take two from Blackford By Gary Andrews The Wabash baseball team picked up two wins over Blackford Saturday, winning game one 54 and game two 10-3. The game one win was the first for head coach Jack Holley in his debut as the Apache coach. Things didn’t look good for the Apaches starting game one as Blackford plated two runs in the top of the first, but Wabash would answer in the bottom. Kyle Kelsheimer led off with a walk but was caught in a rundown right before a Jordan Holley single. Treavor Floor would then double home Holley to make it 2-1. The Apaches would manufacture one more run with a walk, hit batter and a bunt to make it 2-2. The Apaches would grab their first lead in the second when Kaleb Kelsheimer led off reaching on an error and was followed by

brother Kyle drawing a walk. After being advanced a base on a sac bunt from Holley, Floor would be hit by a pitch to load the bases. Kody Fuller would then lay down the perfect squeeze bunt to put Wabash up 3-2. Blackford would score two runs in the third to grab a 4-3 lead and kept the lead until the bottom of the fourth. Kaleb Kelsheimer would lead off with a single and was drove home on an rbi double from Kyle Kelshimer. The game would remain 4-4 until the bottom of the seventh. Floor would lead off the inning being hit for the second time and advanced to second on a wild pitch. Kody Fuller would then draw a walk before Jordan Burnsworth singled up the middle to drive home Floor for the 5-4 win. Ben Dillon picked up the win on the mound.

Game two would be all Apaches. Tied 1-1 after the first Wabash would make some noise in the second. The Apaches would take advantage of three Bruin walks with two outs would score five runs. Ben Dillon, Jordan Holley, Treavor Floor and Jordan Burnsworth would all have hits in the inning as Wabash grabbed a 6-1 lead. In the bottom of the fourth the Apaches would tack on two more runs when Holley advanced on a dropped third strike and stole second before Fuller drove him home with a single. Austin Hostetler would then drive home the second run to make it 8-1. In the fifth Treavor Floor would double home two runs to make it 10-1 as the Apaches were cruising. Blackford would plate two runs in the seventh for the 10-3 final.

Paralysis by analysis in broadcasting

By Bill Barrows

Like millions of other people, I watch my share of sports on TV. As a person who has experience in sports casting on radio as well as WebTV, there are sev-

eral things that really get under my skin that the networks ask their announcers to do. Ask my wife, she hears my rants at least once a week. I have been trying very hard to hold my tongue on this, but after watching the Final Four broadcasts, it put me over the edge. Now, before I rant on, please understand that a number of these points are contractual with the networks, so coaches and managers are obligated to do these things. CBS pays the NCAA millions of dollars a year to broad-

cast the Final Four. ESPN, FOX, and NBC do the same thing on various sports including the World Series, NCAA Football , the NBA, the NFL including the playoffs and the Super Bowl. Okay, here we go: Why did CBS and their broadcast partners, feel it necessary to have 2 sets of analysts for the pregame, halftime and postgame? And that is in addition to the 3 that actually describe and analyze the action during the game. On top of that, there is a sideline reporter who investi-

gates the huddle during timeouts, injuries and coaching moves. They also interview coaches just as the game is ready to begin, at halftime and then directly after the game regardless of the outcome. Plus, then there is a press conference after the big event to scrutinize further. Would John Wooden have consented to do these “in game” interviews? I think not! Let alone Bob Knight, Bill Belichick or Vince Lombardi. Is it just me, or is this overkill? My (continued on page 24)

Apache catcher Kody Fuller makes a play at home. Photo by Gary Andrews

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Wabash Musicale invites community to Guest Night performance By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com

On Tuesday April 21, the Wabash Musicale will perform their

Guest Night spring concert at the First Methodist Church, announced Susan Jones, one of the group’s charter members.

Established in 1967, the group formed with the purpose to “keep music alive in Wabash,” said Sue Gray, president. “I love Musicale. It’s

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Wabash Musicale practices for their upcoming Guest Night choral performance on April 21. The group includes (front row, from left) Sheri Shanks, Susan Jones, Pat Cassiday, Sue Gray, Kae Gifford, Judy Ward, Delight Howes, (top row, from left) Beth Perkins, Dorviky Merrich, Bettie Miller, Luvernia Wilson, Margie Gillespie, Sarah See, Susan Vanlandingham, director Carolyn Eppley, and (not pictured) accompanist Eileen Dye. Photo by Emma Rausch Luvernia Wilson will Shanks, Susan Jones, Dorothy Fields’ perform a piano - Pat Cassiday, Sue Gray, “Gershwin For Girls” organ duet, “Patriotic Kae Gifford, Judy by George and Ira Rhapsody” arranged Ward, Delight Howes, Gershwin, arranged by by Charles Callahan. Beth Perkins, Dorothy Teena Chinn; Vocal trio Myra Merrick, Bettie Miller, “America” by Henry Perkins, Beth Perkins, Luvernia Wilson, Carey, arranged by Sue Gray will per- Margie Gillespie, John Coates, Jr.; and form“The Love of Sarah See, Susan “Everyday Heroes” by God” by Frederick Vanlandingham, Peggy Janice Perry, words by Lehman. Coppler, Lori Faust, the Honorable Orrin Clarinet soloist Myra Perkins, and Hatch, arranged by Sarah See will perform Mary Williams. Greg Gilpin. “An Irish Party in The chorus perform “(The group) is just Third Class” from the songs including fun because there are movie, “Titanic” “Aftermath” by Shirley so many of us and we arranged by Gaelic Whitecotton, words by all are involved at Storm and adapted by Longfellow; “How churches and things, R. Saucedo. She will be Great Thou Art” by but it’s fun to do more accompanied by Stuart Hine, arranged of these Gershwin Delight Howes on the by Dan Forrest; things sometimes too,” drums. “Turkey In the Straw” Jones said. The Wabash arranged by Mac Huff; Refreshments will be Musicale Chorus mem- “Rhythm of Life” by served following the bers include Sheri Cy Coleman and concert.

Peabody to host elementary school art show By The Paper staff NORTH MANCHESTER – As part of its 17th annual Tulip Festival,

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R e t i r e m e n t Community will host an art show and contest featuring artwork by elementary school students in the area. The public is invited

to view the art show on Saturday, April 25, and vote on the winning entry, which will receive a $500 award for the student’s school.

“Celebrating the Ageless Spirit is not just our motto. It’s what we do every day at Peabody Retirement Community,” Peabody Residency Counselor Angela Woolard said. “So we thought it would be fun to see how grade schoolers would interpret the theme.” Each elementary school in the North Manchester area has been encouraged to enter up to five works of art in any medium. The art show art entries will be due by Monday, April 20. Participation in the contest is free. The art show will be displayed and open to the public for viewing and voting from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at Peabody Memorial Chapel, 400 W. Seventh St., in North Manchester. The winning school will be awarded a $500 prize. Admission to the Peabody Art Show and all Peabody Tulip Festival activities is free. For more information, the public is encouraged to call 260982-8616.

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Northfield High School hosts benefit concert for local senior By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com

When Northfield senior Jonathan Fawley was diagnosed with acute lymphoid leukemia on Dec. 30, 2014, he said he had an idea that he had cancer after the doctors admitted him to Riley Children’s Hospital after a visit for a sinus infection. Since the diagnosis, Fawley’s life has changed. Going in and out of hospital visits, he plans to graduate on time from Northfield, but he said that he no longer plans to attend college, but instead will take online courses. Also, medical expenses are piling up. Although the Fawley family has never asked for help, as word spread about Fawley’s condition a local group of artists took action to help out their peer. On April 22, lead by Northfield senior Jeremy Nevil, a group

of local students will share the stage and perform both cover and original songs for the Fawley Benefit Concert. “I can’t take all the credit,” Nevil said. “It was actually my mom and dad’s idea, because at first, I was like, ‘Wow. That will be a lot of hard work especially with me and my friend being the main act.’ I thought it was going to take a lot of time, but Johnny (Ritchie) said it’d be a great idea and my parents thought the same things, so I thought, ‘Well, shoot I should probably do that.’” The performing artist line-up includes Nevil, Northfield junior Johnny Ritchie, Manchester High School graduate Brooke Pratt, Southwood High School senior Madison Rebholz, and Northfield High School graduate Mike Beckner. Other band members will include Noisemaker owner

Terry LeMaster, bass, Marion’s Community School of Arts instructor Scott Herzog, drums, and back-up vocalist Madison Nevil. “Jeremy was responsible for getting the acts because they’re all people that he knows,” Ritchie said. “We co-write some songs and we’re pretty similar in our musical aspects,” Nevil added. “So I contacted some people I knew and said, ‘Hey come out and sing with us,’” Originally, Nevil hoped to book the Eagles Theatre for the event, but switched the location to Northfield High School so the benefit could raise as much funds as possible. While the goal is to pack the school and raise funds for Fawley, Ritchie admitted that they don’t really have a plan. “We’re advertising and preselling tickets, trying to get as many people as possible to

show up,” Ritchie said. “There’s going to be a bake sale going on and face painting. “We started out (as just a concert) but our mothers, as the weeks went on, started having more ideas.” Ritchie and Nevil agreed that the artists receive no benefits from the event other than the chance to perform. “That’s all the money or benefit I need,” Ritchie said. “It feels really amazing to perform for a cause like this.” Fawley said that he is touched to receive support. “I haven’t had much support from Northfield so when I found out about (the concert) I was in the hospital and I was really surprised,” Fawley said. “It means a lot to be getting support from not only my school but also Southwood and the other schools so I’m really grateful.” The Fawley Benefit

Northfield students (from left) Jeremy Nevil and Johnny Ritchie collaborated with other local artists to create the Jonathan Fawley Benefit Concert to help out the Fawley family with their medical expenses. Fawley (second to right), a senior at Northfield High School, was diagnosed with acute lymphoid leukemia in December 2014 and has since received support from his peers, family, and friends including Wabash graduate Josh Provance (far right). Photo by Emma Rausch Concert is open to the public and will begin at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, ages 11 and older, in advance or $12 at the door. Child admission is $5 for children ages 5-10 in advance or $7 at the

Honeywell House hosts ‘The Dog with the Doughnut-Shaped Tail’ author By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com

Although Wabash resident Peggy V. McCallen will present her book “The Dog with the DoughnutShaped Tail” at the Honeywell House on Thursday, April 16, she admits that she had no idea she was an author until after an afternoon lunch with her children. “I didn’t know anything about (the book) until it was published,” McCallen said in an interview with The Paper of Wabash County. “When I first saw it, our daughter came home from Oklahoma and we were just having a nice lunch just before Thanksgiving and Penny (French-Deal) had come too, and I thought that was very nice and they suddenly handed me the book.” While McCallen originally wrote the tale about a dog named Thoughtful over 60 years ago, she never expected to publish it. “I took a famous writer’s course and I found out I’m not a very good writer,” McCallen joked. “I’ve written other things before, but nothing worth publishing. … So, I was totally shocked when I saw the book.”

French-Deal, an award-winning Indiana artist, collaborated with McCallen’s children to incorpo-

rate different “things that (she) had been doing over the years or interested in” in the book’s artwork,

according to McCallen, including a small plane to represent when she took flying lessons and a signpost of all the different towns she once lived. “(My kids) told Penny all of these things and she did such a wonderful job,” McCallen said. “They even got my husband involved in the whole conspiracy. I didn’t realize they’d been get-

ting together behind my back.” The local author plans to release her new children’s coloring book called “The Lonely Red Caboose” later this year in collaboration with the Wabash County Historical Museum and is currently in the process of writing her final story “Look for the Cows with their Nightgowns on.” The presentation will begin at 7 p.m. is open to the public. Admission is free. The Honeywell House is located at 720 North Wabash Street in Wabash. To make reservations, call 260-563-2326.

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Local author, Peggy V. McCallen, shows off her books. She will be at the Honeywell House on Thursdy to read one of them. Photo by Emma Rausch

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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP will be held on Thursday, April 16 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Congregational Christian Church located at 310 N. Walnut St. The group will be led by Heartland Hospice

Care from Fort Wayne. Anyone who struggles with grief of any kind is invited to attend and learn more. LAKETON AMERICAN LEGION HOSTS EVENTS On Friday, April 17 the Legion will host a Veterans Clinic. This is for all Veterans and is President Chris’ Project. Doors open at 8 a.m. with donuts and coffee. Beginning at 9 a.m. the various representatives from the V e t e r a n s Administration services will report on VA benefits followed by a question and

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steak or chicken and noodles with mashed potatoes, green beans, dinner rolls and beverages. Cost is $7 adults, 4$ kids and half meals, $2 pie for dessert. T RU T H S E E K R S FILMS “Defining Moments,” “Lose to Gain,” and “The Cross,” three powerful short films, will be shown at the m o n t h l y TruthSeekers meeting on April 20 at 7 p.m. in the Blocher Community Room at the North Manchester Public Library. “Defining Moments” shares how events changed the lives of illusionist Jim Munroe, NFL player David Tyree, and singer Lacey Sturm. In “Lose to Gain” watch a comedian, a pro skateboarder, and a young professional learn the difference between what they wanted and what they truly needed. In “The Cross”, Billy Graham shares his message of hope to America once more. TruthSeekers examines current events from a Biblical

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worldview and is an outreach of Victory Bookstore. Public is invited. No admission charge. For further information call 260-982-8317. SOUP SUPPER hosted by the Fellowship of Churches is held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Zion Lutheran Church in downtown North Manchester from 4:30-6 p.m. STOP BY THE LIBRARY! Join us for a week of activities to celebrate National Library Week beginning April 13! Special activities, give-aways and treats will be featured each day along with regular programs for children, teens and adults. Beginning Monday, April 20 kids may join the Afterschool Book Club in the Story Room from 44:30 p.m. Toddlertime at 9:30 a.m. and Story Time at 10:30 a.m. will be held on Tuesday morning. The Teen Lego Club will be featured at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday in the

library basement. On Wednesday, April 22 1st – 5th graders are invited to join the Fantastic Fun Club at 3:45 p.m. in the Story Room. Teen Wednesday is held from 3:30-5 p.m. in the basement (Ages 13-18) and everyone is invited to Celebrate Earth Day (all day) by stopping at the main desk to pick up your Earth Day keychain! PARTING SHOTS: “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” – President John Quincy Adams NORTH MANCHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@gmail.com or you may call me at 260-982-8800. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s issue of the paper is Wednesday at noon. Please submit timely news

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Virginia. The couple began attending the reunions in 1997, having learned about them through a notice in the Veterans of Foreign Wars magazine. Truss contacted the reunion organizer and asked if they could come to the event, which took place in Lafayette, La. “I told him of my situation and asked if we could come down,” Truss said. “He said, ‘Sure.’ And, of course, we hit it off pretty well.” Mrs. Truss added, “And so once a year, the Navy adopts us.” Some of the veterans are arriving on Wednesday, April 22, while most will arrive April 23. The group will spend Thursday evening getting reacquainted and have a soup and sandwich dinner. On Friday, April 24, the group will take a bus tour of Wabash and some of the other attractions around Wabash and Miami counties. Mayor R o b e r t Vanlandingham is expected to greet the visitors before they

begin the trip, at which local historian Pete Jones will serve as tour guide. The event includes a stop at Sherm’s Marine, owned by the Truss’ son, for a pork tenderloin lunch. “You can’t come to Indiana without having a tenderloin meal,” Mrs. Truss quipped. The visitors will have Saturday to explore the city, followed by a banquet Saturday night. The group is staying at the Charley Creek Inn. The group calls itself the USS General H.W. Butner Reunion Association. “This is the fortyfirst year,” Mrs. Truss said of the reunion. “They have it every year, usually in the spring.” The Butner was active from 1943 to 1960, and anyone who served on the ship during that time is welcome to attend the reunion. It is turning into a family affair as well. “We have two younger couples that are coming and bringing their parents, so that their parents are able to come,” Mrs.

Truss said. The Trusses have been working with the Wabash County Convention and Visitors Bureau to help arrange the reunion. “Having the opportunity to share the Wabash community with such a distinguished group of servicemen is truly an honor,” CVB Director Christine Flohr said. “Duane and Bonnie Truss are proud to share their community with those who served on the Butner. “To have veterans from all over the nation gather in Wabash is humbling and exciting. I was lucky to play a role in ensuring their visit is memorable.” The Trusses said they are looking forward to the gathering. “The people who are coming served on the ship for years,” Mrs. Truss said. “They just love the camaraderie. “We’re looking forward to seeing everybody. It’s just been really neat how they kind of just adopted us. We really enjoy them.”

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TOWN OF LAFONTAINE reisdients you will not wont too miss meeting the candidates that are running for the LaFontaine Town Board. The date is

Monday, April 20, 6:30 p.m. at the L a F o n t a i n e Community Building. There are seven people running for three offices on the LaFontaine Town Board. L A F O N TA I N E HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI BANQUET will be held on Saturday, May 2, at the Southwood High School Cafeteria. Classes of 1935, 1945, and 1955 will be recognized. Please have reservations in by Wednesday April 22 to Belle Brosamer 17003 Mapleton Place, Westfield, IN 46074 or

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my call and leave at message at 317-4318169. Lets have a good turn out this year. L A F O N TA I N E LIONS met on Thursday, March 26, hosted by Lion Cat Balsis. After a short meeting the members filled Easter Eggs for the hunt on Sat. April 4. L A F O N TA I N E LIONS want to gave a Big Thank You to Everyone who came and supported their Pancake and Sasuage Breakfast on Saturday, April 4. With your support, the Lions are able to do community work.

L A F O N TA I N E “ASHLAND DAYS” Festival committee is looking for information, history, names and photos of the Town of L a f o n t a i n e ’s Volunteer Fire Department and police/town marshals is wanted for the 2015 LaFontaine Town Festival. We are interested in putting up a display. Any memorabilia would be appreciated. We are also looking for antique fire trucks or police cars for the parade and/or show. Please contact Donna Ballard 765-603-8720 or P.O. Box 45 LaFontaine, IN 46940 with any information you might have. VETERANS COFFEE AND SNACK will be on Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m. at the L a F o n t a i n e Community Building. Looking forward to seeing you there. Don’t forget to purchase a brick or donate to their cause of a veterans memorial to be placed at the L a F o n t a i n e Community Building. You may send your donation and information for a brick with a check made out to Hoosiers Helping Heroes, and on the memo line write LaFontaine Veterans Memorial. Then send check to Jerry Wilson 6780 E St. Rd. 218 LaFontaine IN 46940 Thank you for your support of this great project. SOMESET LIONS CLUB are having a Pork Chop Dinner on Friday, April 24, from

4-7 p.m. at Somerset Community Building. Cost $8.50 per person. Meal will be 8 oz. pork chop, green beans, applesauce, chips and drink. Dessert available for donation. Carry-outs are also available. Proceeds from this event will go towards community projects. Everyone is invited to come and support the community. L A F O N TA I N E “ASHLAND DAYS” FESTIVAL committee will meet on Saturday, April 18 at 10 a.m. in the Lion Room at the L a F o n t a i n e Community Building. They are working hard on planning the festival for this year. LUCKY HORSEHOES 4-H Club will meet on Thursday, April 16, 7 p.m. at the Somerset Community Building. L A F O N TA I N E U N I T E D METHODISTS CHURCH Food Pantry will be open on Wednesday night, April 15 from 6-7 p.m. for people who live in LaFontaine and Liberty Township. 4&BK IS a Preschool group that meet the third Friday at 9:30 a.m. on April 17in the Childrens Room at Troyer Memorial Library in LaFontaine. It consists of a story, craft, and snack. Adults are encourage to stay with the children. OUR CONDOLENCE to the family and friends of Word War II Veteran Everett Meade Powell.

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A special visitor: The Easter Bunny paid a visit to the LaFontaine Community Building on Saturday, April 4. He was there for the annual Easter egg hunt. Photo provided HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY Angie Heath Pier April 9 HAPPY BIRTHDAY Janice Dawes, Martha Philback April 16, Ket Baldwin, Phil Lloyd April 17, Margaret Piety, April 18, Pastor Renee April 21, McKayla Hogge, Alyson Adams April 22 H A P P Y A N N I V E R S A RY John and Gaya Snyder April 18, Jerry and Lisa Enyeart April 19 WORDS OF WISDOM “Love feels no burden, thinks nothing of the trouble,

attempts what is above its strength, pleads no excuse for impossibility, for it thinks all things are lawful for itself and all things are possible.” Thomas A Kemps SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.com or 2258 E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN, 46940. These can be any club news, family, birthdays, anniversaries, births or parties. I am looking forward to receiving your news items.

Paralysis by analysis in broadcasting ... continued from page 19 opinion is that this is paralysis by analysis. Having been on both sides of the fence here, I would not want to be interviewed just as my baseball team takes the field for a game. A pregame interview, recorded or otherwise, 30 minutes or so before is fine, But not directly as we take the field or the court. What does it accomplish? As a coach, I’m not going to give any valuable sound bites or create any controversy that would upset the administration that I work for, or compromise my team’s preparation for this particular game. Now, let’s switch roles. As a broadcaster, I find it uncomfortable to

approach coaches to do what I just described. And I really don’t see a coach on TV that seems pleased to have to accommodate a reporter at that point. You can easily see it on their face or in their body language. Check out Greg Popovich for proof. I understand that it is a necessary evil from a contractual point of view. In fact, there are those locally, broadcasters as well as coaches, who do it and handle it well. But on the national stage, I’m sure most coaches find it inconvenient. Some refuse to deal with it and send an assistant to do it. My other issue seems very simple

but takes us down another path. As broadcasters, why do we continually use words like “unbelievable,” “superstar,” and “hero” constantly? Unbelievable is something that you truly don’t see often. Unbelievable was Dr. J or Michael Jordan flying through the air off the dribble and stuffing the ball with 3 defenders on them, or a Larry Bird no look pass for an easy hoop. There are only a few true superstars in a generation regardless of the sport. Now, everyone is a superstar because they can play and make the highest salary for this year. True heros are those who go above and beyond the call of

duty while putting themselves in harm’s way to do so. Those people are firemen, law enforcement officers or military personnel. Those people are individuals who defend others who can’t do so themselves. A hero in the context of sport are players who hit the walk off home run, hit the shot at the buzzer on a particular night, but the term “ role model” is a better description than “hero” other than in a short snippet of time. And the issue of role model is a subject for another article……… Just some thought provoking rants to chew on until next week.

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U P C O M I N G EVENTS AT SALAMONIE: Second Saturdays at Salamonie are programs designed for families. On Saturday, May 2 Second Saturdays at Salamonie (not being held on the actual second Saturday) will present “Wildflower Hike and Edible Plant Fest.” Meet at the Interpretive Center, Salamonie Lost Bridge West SRA at 10 a.m. for an hour long wildflower hike. After the hike, from 11:15 to noon, entertain your taste buds with edible treats made from native plants. Please pre-register by calling Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-468-2127. Seniors age 50 and over are invited to attend the monthly Senior Monday Carry-in Luncheon at S a l a m o n i e Interpretive Center Lost Bridge West SRA. There is a carryin meal at noon followed by a special speaker that presents a unique program. The annual “Wildflower Walk and Talk” with Laura Whiteleather will take place Monday, May 4. Following the indoor presentation, guests may choose to walk a short path to view Salamonie’s spring wildflowers in bloom. Attendees should plan to bring

www.thepaperofwabash.com their table service, a prepared dish to share and $1 donation to help defray costs of the provided main dish. To register or for more information call Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-468-2127 VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED at our Salamonie and Mississinewa area Indiana State Parks. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, discover new things and do something good for Indiana’s natural and cultural resources. Volunteers can provide valuable assistance in many ways. Please call Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-4682127 for more information. S P E C I A L THANKS GO TO the Lagro Volunteer Fire Department from Mrs. Harold Strange. Last Thursday the Lagro Volunteer Fire Department was called to the residence of Mrs. Harold Strange to put out a dangerous grass fire. THE LAGRO HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI BANQUET will meet Saturday, May 2 at the Honeywell Center in Wabash. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. with the banquet meal at 5:30 p.m. All graduates, teachers, former students and friends are welcome to attend. For reservations please call Cherryl Gray at 260563-8661. THE LAGRO C O M M U N I T Y CHURCH FOOD PANTRY is open the third Saturday of each month from 9-10 a.m. in the church basement. Sincere thanks are given to all who donate and pray for this ministry. For more information,

please call 260-7822481. APRIL BIRTHDAY WISHES go to: Jordan Frye, April 3; Mike Miller, April 6; Sherry Brock, April 7; Tyson Good and Melissa Sanchez, April 8; Earl Good, Burl Good, and Sheila Wojtkowiak, April 23; Charles Stacy, April 26. Happy Birthday to all!! H A P P Y ANNIVERSARY on April 28 to Taylor and Deidre Ivy. A big congratulation’s go out to them! YOUR WEEKLY I S A A C - I S M : “Whether you are a sports person or not, there are seven core values you should have to make sure success applies off the court as well as on it. Using tennis as an example, today’s successful player must be: confident, determined, engaged, professional, resilient, respectful, and tough. Let’s look at determined: Players push through hardship and struggle, always continuing to strive for success in a positive, productive manner…a great quality that will be used throughout life. Players should continually strive to develop these values throughout their training and play—both on and off the court. Players that exhibit these seven core values every day will achieve the ultimate goal of competing—and behaving— like a champion.” AS ALWAYS, do me a favor and have a safe and enjoyable week! PLEASE EMAIL YOUR NEWS AND INFORMATION TO: isaac.triplett@yahoo. com, or call me at 260274-2261.

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LEY BENEFIT CONCERT: Wednesd ay, April 22 at 7 p.m. in the Northfield Auditorium. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are available at N o r t h f i e l d , Southwood and North Manchester high schools or at Wabash Friends Church, The Noisemaker, Cottage Creations Florist and Gifts. The concert will

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feature songs written and performed by Northfield students Jeremy Nevil and Johnny Ritchie, Northfield graduate Michael Beckner will be performing cover tunes, along with Southwood student Madison Reboltz and Manchester graduate Brook Platt who will be dong some of her own songs. Others in the band will be Terry LeMaster of the Noisemaker on

Urbana Spring Clean-up: This is a picture of the trash collected during the 2013 Urbana Lions Club Spring Clean-up Day. Spring Clean Up day this year for Urbana residents is April 25 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Urbana Park. (Please note change of location.) The dumpster will be located near the pavilion. Cars can drive through and Lions members will help unload and sort the items so that as many materials as possible can be recycled. Items you are encouraged to bring are tires, batteries (car, truck, mower), cans of paint, appliances, boards and other lumber, electronics, metal, windows, furniture, fencing, lawn mowers, carpeting. NO brush or garbage please. If you have questions please call Lion Ron Anderson at 466-6910 or Lion Marvin Mast at 260-377-9475. Photo provided

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the bass and Scott Herzog, Instructor at Community School of Arts in Marion, will play the drums. This is a community effort to help Jonathan Fawley and his family as Jonathan continues to fight his battle with leukemia. To make the night a success, Lori Nevil, Mary Ringel, and their committee are asking for volunteers. Following is a list of their needs: Someone

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to set up & tear down and help with “photo booth.” A photographer for the booth. Someone to take DVD orders. Ticket takers and sellers - during school lunch time and the night of the concert. Someone to help with the bake sale prior to the concert and during intermission. Individuals to donate items for a bake sale before and during the concert intermission. People to help clean up cafeteria afterwards. If you can help in any way, please contact Lori Nevil at 260569-9078 or email her a t funandfancy1@comcast.net. You can also contact Northfield’s secretary Melanie Penn. URBANA LITTLE LEAGUE’S FIRST GAME is April 27 at 6 p.m. The Urbana A’s will be playing the Tigers. URBANA LIONS CLUB is having a Dan’s Fish Fry on April 29 from 4 to 7 p.m. Purchasing a ticket helps the Urbana Lions Club help the Urbana Community. M I S S I O N A RY FUNDRAISER for the Carrothers family will be on April 26 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Wabash County REMC Building. There will be a

freewill donation hog roast, a bake sale, and an auction that will start at 5:30 p.m. B R E A K FA S T BUNCH: The following 19 people met at Pam’s Cafe’ on April 8: Marvin and Mary Ann Mast, John and Darla Eads, Helen Dawes, Larry and Nancy Meyer, Madeline and Molly Dazey, Peggy and Chad Dilling, Eileen Weck, Phil and Jan Weck, Steve and Sharon Gilbert, Alma DeVore, Doris Mattern and Carol Layne. URBANA YOKE PARISH/ST. PAUL’S COUNTY LINE CHURCH: On April 19 members of the Urbana Yoke Parish have been invited to St. Paul’s County Line Church at noon for lunch and games and volleyball. St. Paul’s will provide the meal, table service, drinks and volleyball equipment. Urbana Yoke Parish members are asked to bring card and board games and corn-hole games. Weather permitting the kids can play outside on the playground. PRAYER CONCERNS: Please add Harold Christie. Cards and/or notes can be sent to him at 4140 N State Road 13, Urbana, IN 46990. Nancy Christie has a

birthday on April 16, so birthday or “thinking of you” cards can be sent to her at the same address. Continue to remember Glen and Ruth Summers, the friends and family of Mark Knee, Rachel Webb, Jean Ann Lauer, Lillian Maurer, Gene Miller, Steve Gaston, Donna Russell, Jane Winebrenner, Jo Anne and Roscoe Weaver, and Ardis Witkoske. Gladys Hall fell recently and is temporarily in a rehab center, but plans to be home soon. Cards and/or notes can be sent to her at 55 Mission Drive, Apt. 104, Indianapolis, IN 46214-5918. BIRTHDAYS: April 16 - Nancy Christie. April 17 John Eads. April 18 Donald Fishback, Mason Miller, Jett Snyder. April 19 Angie Dale, Eli Mast (Aaron Mast’s youngest son) April 20 - Jody Martin, Emma Dennison. April 22 - Scott Pennington Jr., Wayne Carpenter, Hannah Shepherd. NEWS ITEMS and/or pictures may be sent to me at 1906 N 100 W, Wabash, IN 46992-7732 or emailed to me at mamast1906@comcast.net.

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The Indiana Basketball Coaches Association (IBCA) has released this years Academic AllState teams. Wabash teammates

Claire Cromer was named 1st Team and Shelby Stone was named Honorable Mention. The tandem was the only TRC repre-

sentative on either list. The IBCA uses a mix of academics and season stats to select the academic all-state teams.

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ARC of Wabash County honored at Statehouse By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com ARC of Wabash County was honored on the floor of the Indiana House of Representatives for its 60th anniversary. State Rep. David Wolkins authored the resolution to honor the local agency that provides services and opportunities for those with disabilities

to live meaningful lives. “It is an honor to recognize ARC of Wabash County in the House Chamber, said Wolkins, R-Warsaw. “This organization has impacted the lives of so many Hoosiers, and we are fortunate to have such an am azing group of individuals working in our community. “ ARC President and CEO Nancy Hoffman

and ARC Program Director Linda Johnson were among those in Indianapolis for the ceremony. “It was an exciting day for us and a tremendous honor to be recognized in the House of Re p re s e n t at ive s, ” Hoffman said. “Rep. Wolkins has been a great supporter of ARC. I felt blessed to be able to accept this honor on behalf of the

Stirring it up with Angie Baer Spring is finally here and with the long winter behind me, I was itching to get out and enjoy the warmer weather. My husband Dave and I made a quick overnight trip to Shipshewana last week. Our morning was spent watching calves being sold at the livestock auction and also learning how to make cheese from an Amish family. Believe it or not, it was quite entertaining. It was fun to slow down and step back in time just a bit in an Amish community. I found this recipe for raspberry cream pie in an Amish cookbook several years ago. It quickly became a family favorite. Raspberry Cream Pie 1 (8 oz) pkg cream cheese 3/4 cup powdered sugar 3 Tablespoons milk 1 large tub cool whip (divided) 1 tube raspberry pie filling (you can find this in any bulk food store) 1 baked pie shell In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk. Mix until creamy. Fold in approx.2 cups cool whip. Set aside. Start by layering in a baked pie shell just enough pie filling to cover bottom of pie crust. Then layer cream cheese filling. On top of the cream cheese filling spread the remaining pie filling. End layers with the remaining tub of cool whip.

thousands of people with intellectual and development disabilities that we’ve served over the past 60 years.” Started in 1954, ARC began with a dedicated group of parents that wanted something better for their children with intellectual disabilities. At that time, since there was no special education program in public schools, these parents came together to create their own school for their children. The original school was a home donated by one of the parents and converted into a classroom. Families raised money through bake sales and other fundraisers to purchase supplies and hire a teacher. “Originally called the School of Hope, ARC of Wabash County now serves approximately 200 children and adult s annually. “The benefits this institution provides for Hoosiers is immeasurable,” Wolkins said. “I am overwhelmed with pride for ARC of Wabash County and the positive impact it has made over the years.”

Rep David Wolkins (right) listens as a measure honoring ARC of Wabsh County’s 60th anniversary was read on the Indiana Statehouse floor. Joining him were (from left) Kim Opsahl, President of Indiana Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, ARC Program Director Linda Johnson and ARC President and CEO Nancy Hoffman. Photo provided

Champions: The Wabash Kiwanis Club presented five awards to the winners of the 2015 Wabash Kiwanis and Journal Gazette Spelling Bee at the club’s March 24 meeting. At the spelling bee on Feb. 10, contestants were divided by grade level, ranging from fifth through ninth grade. Jack Thomas (far left) acted as county coordinator for the event. Awards were presented to (from left) ninth grade winner Lucas Topliff, Southwood High School, eighth grade winner Ben Hewitt, Wabash Middle School, fifth grade winner and 2015 Wabash County Journal Gazette champion Connor Kaluza, Southwood Elementary, sixth grade winner Grace Bryant, Saint Bernard, and seventh grade winner Maya Benysh, Wabash Middle School. Photo by Emma Rausch

NEW PLUMBING - TEXT MRF14 TO 96000 FOR MORE INFO!

5878 N LAKESHORE DRIVE, MACY Back on the market after new flooring and plumbing has been installed through most of the house. This is a beautiful summer home or permanent home on Nyona Lake. Property has approximately 180 feet of shoreline. Also included are a 3-car detached garage and a 36 x 48 pole building.This is truly lake living at its finest! MLS #785938 $139,900 846 N EAST, WABASH Loads of potential here! Great location-within walking distances to great areas of Wabash. Could easily convert front room to additional bedroom. Cosmetically dated but very livable just as it sits. Custom made blinds stay with house. One car attached garage with opener. Low utility bills. Gas forced air furnace and central air on the main level. Stove will remain at the property. Newer windows in 1996, roof 2005 & back part 2010, furnace in 2006. Come take a look! MLS #201408153 $35,000 STARTER HOME - TEXT MRF10 TO 96000

1146 E 1450, AKRON • 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 2,301 sq. ft. • 1 1/2 Story MLS #201514467 $174,900 LAKEFRONT - TEXT MRF6 TO 96000

234 FALLS AVE., WABASH Move in ready! Three bedrooms and one bath house in a convenient location within walking distance to downtown Wabash. Large family room and utility area in back enclosed porch. New drywall on the main level. New flooring throughout the house. Roof over the main house is 5 years old and 1 year old over the back portion. MLS #201447951 $54,500 REDUCED! - TEXT MRF7 TO 96000

513 OXFORD, WABASH Move in ready three bedroom home! Lots of space for a growing family— a family room on main floor and one in finished basement. Updated interior, new windows, guttering, & roof, energy efficient heat pump/gas heat/central air. Kitchen has Oak cabinets and newer appliances. Window coverings remain. Two car garage and spacious deck for entertaining. Fireplace with Lopi insert. Many updates!! Agent is related to seller. MLS #201408153 $160,000 GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD - TEXT MRF12 TO 96000

111 GLADSTONE DR., WABASH

3208 S 100 W, WABASH Great location, move in ready, come take a look! Three bedrooms and one awesome bathroom. Heated tile floor in the bathroom with Jacuzzi tub! Kitchen appliances stay and washer and dryer are less than a year old are negotiable. Front porch, rear deck and two car detached garage. Garage door is defective. All electric home with FISHER wood stove. Electric bill for Jan was $232. Above ground pool and playset will stay. Roof is older. This is not a manufactured home, it is a modular. MLS #201505053 $87,000 CLOSE TO WABASH - TEXT MRF6 TO 96000

Absolutely adorable three bedroom one bathroom house on the north side of Wabash. Park-like setting in the back yard for your enjoyment. Come take a look! So many updates within the previous few years. Updates include: roof, windows, counter tops, flooring and interior doors. Move in ready with possible possession at closing. Property does set in a flood zone, however flood insurance is transferable and runs around $394 per year. MLS #201428730 $59,900

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This well-cared-for condo in popular Crosspointe features an open floor plan, nice entry, leads to the spacious great room. In the kitchen you will find a comfortable breakfast area, new micro, refrigerator, electric range, washer, electric dryer, 2 bedrooms, one with walk-in closet, 2 full baths, central vaccum, 14x12 sunroom leads to attached deck, tree lined back yard for privacy to enjoy that deck.

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$139,000 Well kept home on a corner lot. Sets on 1.5 A with creek flowing through the property. Pole bar 28x40. Home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Basement is walkout. Potential for family room and 2 additional bedrooms each 11x13 Basement is partially finished. Can be easily completed. MLS 201505795

$126,900 WELCOME HOME! Located on professionally landscaped corner lot this has 4 bdrms, 3 Full Baths, open LR , DR, eat in kitchen with new countertops, stainless steel sink, new fixtures/hardware, updated Bath on main flr has jetted tub, ceramic flrs, new vanity, fixtures. Fenced backyard made from steel and cedar, above grd pool and covered and an open deck to entertain! MLS 201507407

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less steel appliances, ceramic tile backsplash, UPDATED BATH, formal Dining Rm, and some hardwood floors, this 3 Bdrm, 1.5 Ba home is move in ready! A full basement, half of it finished, features a family rm, entertaining area w/bar and room for a game table plus loads of storage in the unfinished side! Detached 11 x 20 garage and shed. MLS 201513166 5991 N Lakeshore Dr • Macy

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$64,000 Comfortable ranch with spacious living room, sharp galley kitchen with gas range, refrigerator, two bedrooms, one full bath, utility area for washer and dryer, detached 32x20 garage, fenced back yard. MLS 201511545 214 W Kendall St. • Lafontaine

$92,900 Wonderful setting for this lake front home. This is a double lot so has 80 feet of lake front property with dock. Has wood deck and concrete patio. Air conditioned and has a fenced $60,000 Comfortable home, front porch w/swing, some new paint on garage, all carpets cleaned, det. 3-car garage, 3 bdrm, 2 ba, antenna yard. Home is fully furnished. w/booster in basement, cedar closet and lots of storage. Dining rm. could be MLS 201513450 den/or office, has eat-in kitchen. Come take a look! MLS 201514633

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828 Linlawn Dr. • Wabash $79,900 MLS 201431886

One story executive home conveniently located at edge of town on 1.46AC. Electric Heat Pump, Reverse Osmosis water filtration system. Attached 2+C garage, professionally landscaped lot! Immaculate and move in ready, don't have to do a thing! Qualified buyers only.

Comfortable ranch with spacious living room, sharp galley kitchen with gas range, refrigerator, two bedrooms, one full bath, utility area for washer and dryer, detached 32x20 garage, fenced back yard.

211 E Miami Ave Logansport $24,500 MLS 201447853 Older two story home with lots of space. Three bedrooms/1 bath. Natural woodwork. Fenced in back yard. Close to grocery, drug store, and schools. A little paint and carpet will make this house a home. Possibly Seller's financing or possible rent to own.

1705 McKibben St. • Wabash $147,900 MLS 201446704

280 Falls Ave Wabash $49,900 MLS 201447195 Charm and character w/archway doorways throughout this 1.5 story hm. Features Kitchen loaded with nice cabinets, counter tops, sink, walk in pantry, DR, huge LR, 2 bdrms and 1 ba. GFA furnace, central AC, replacement windows, off street parking in back off of Comstock. Super nice front porch.

569 VanBuren Ave Peru $74,000 MLS 201447250 Very nice updated home in quiet neighborhood. Roof is new, plumbing updated 2 years ago, electric updated, large garage with engine hoist. A must see.

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3140 E 1400 N $124,500 MLS# 201500932 3867 E 1100 N (Macy) • $79,900 MLS# 201410858 118 Walnut St NOW $59,500 MLS# 201418878 NEW 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE

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Mr. & Mrs. Robert Michel Robert and Joan Michel, of North Manchester, will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on April 16th. They were married in 1950 in Huntington by R.W. DuPriest. They have four children: Becky (Tom) Hendrix, of Fort Wayne; Roberta (Ed) Floor, of Rochester; Rick (Nan) Michel, of North Manchester; and Mark (Peggy) Michel, of Claypool. They also have 13 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Friends and family will gather for an open house held April 19, from 2-4 p.m., at Peabody Retirement Community.

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REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION Sunday, April 19, 2015 @ 11 AM (Real Estate sells at Noon) We will sell the following real estate and personal property at public auction located in Wabash County at 4279 East - 200 North, Wabash, IN. Directions: Take US 24 to 500 East, turn north and go to 200 North, turn left and go to site. Watch for Snyder and Lange auction signs. 3 Bedroom Ranch w/ 2 Car Attached Garage & Extra Garage Here is your chance to own this 3-bedroom home with full basement, full and half bath, 2 car attached garage and detached garage setting on 2 +/- acres. Property has quiet rolling setting. Arrange financing and come prepared to buy! Terms: $5,000 down day of sale and balance due at closing. Seller to pay Real Estate taxes payable in 2015 and buyer to pay all thereafter. Real Estate is being sold in ‘as-is’ condition. Subject to seller confirmation. Possession at final closing. John Deere Mower, Truck, Appliances, Household, Furniture & Collectibles John 325 riding mower w/ grass collector, 1987 Nissan pick-up (manual, 89k miles), side by side refrigerator, washer & dryer, very nice 6 pc. wicker bedroom suite, wood bedroom suites, leather couch, matching couch & love seat, recliners, dining room table & chairs, china cabinet, TV & stand, wall clocks, flatware set, dishes, kitchen items, portable air condition unit, electric organ, canning jars, several homemade wood trucks, hanging light, hand tools, power tools, garden tools, ladders, extension cords, gas cans, outdoor furniture, child’s rocker, rotary phone, pitcher & bowl, antique glassware, linens, bedding and much more not listed! TERMS OF SALE: Cash or check w/ proper ID. Any statement made day of sale takes precedence over printed matter. Not responsible for accidents. Look at photos @ auctionzip.com (enter ID# 11648). This is a partial listing! No Buyer’s Premium at our auctions.

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Michael Lengel of rural Wabash was named the 2015 Lilly E n d o w m e n t Community Scholar on April 2 by the C o m m u n i t y Foundation of Wabash County. Selected out of a field of five finalists, Lengel will receive a four-year, full tuition scholarship to the Indiana institution of higher learning of his choice. Only one finalist receives a financial prize in Wabash

County, but finalists are encouraged to list the achievement on their resumes and leverage the honor for other scholarships and opportunities. Finalists from Wabash County are Kyle Kelsheimer of Wabash High School, Leah Sorg of Manchester High School, Shelby Stone of Wabash High School, and Grace Whitham of Southwood High School. The finalists arose from a field of 21 county students.

PUBLIC AUCTION Saturday, April 18, 2015@10 AM We will sell the following personal property at public auction located in Miami County at 6362 East - 625 East, Peru, IN. Watch for Snyder and Lange auction signs. Take 13 south to 1200 S., turn right. Go to 450 W., turn right. Go to 1100 S., turn left. Go to 650 E., turn right. Go to 625 S., turn left. Camper, Antiques, Farm Wagon, Ford Tractor, Tools, & Mower 1994 Terry 5th wheel camper (30’, slide out, awning, extras), Jazee Country Clipper zero turn mower (42” cut, 20hp, 88hrs), John Deere riding mower (LT 180), Ford 8N Tractor, 3pt yard rake, Historic farm wagon w/ wood spoke wheels (nice), air compressor, drill press, metal lathe, Lincoln welder, several machinist tools, tool boxes, hand tools, garden tools, step ladders, extension ladders, Powerbase 4000 generator, large anvil, Delta 12” portable planer, gas powered stump grinder, corn sheller on stand, church pew, manual lawn mower w/ grass catcher, Troy Bilt tiller, Mantis tiller, power tools, large custom made trike, grinding wheel, hang held sander, band saw, small wagon, small 2 wheel trailer, 12-2 wire, lumber, Standard 2 cylinder walk behind mower, new engine hoist, wood canes, bird bath, outdoor items and much more not listed! Auctioneer's Note: Camper, Wagon, Tractor & Mowers sell around 11am. TERMS OF SALE: Cash or check w/ proper ID. Any statement made day of sale takes precedence over printed matter. Not responsible for accidents. Look at photos @ auctionzip.com (enter ID# 11648). No Buyer’s Premium at our auctions. Clerks & Cashiers: Mary, Tania & Macy

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Ranked by academic achievement, financial need, least history of college experience in his or her family, initiative, work history, leadership, and volunteerism, finalists are invited to cap their applications with taped interviews, which are viewed by an anonymous committee. Kelsheimer plans to attend the University of Indianapolis or Indiana University after graduation from Wabash High School to major in business and minor in Spanish. Eventually he plans to study law and fulfill a dream to work for a professional sports team as a legal adviser or attorney. He isn’t waiting until he finishes his education to realize dreams. When Kelsheimer learned he was a finalist for the Lilly scholarship, he was traveling in Belize with a mission team. He has taken several mission trips both inside and outside the United States. “One of my goals in life,” he said, “is to give back to those who have inspired me and helped me.” Kelshimer is involved in outreach locally, too. One of his

favorite volunteer activities is called Blessings in a Backpack. “My brother and I unload 30 to 40 boxes full of food for elementary school children every Friday. It makes my whole week when I walk into one of the classrooms and have them all yell “Thank you!” Kelsheimer is the son of Rodney and Chalene Kelsheimer of Wabash. Sorg will pursue a degree in exercise science after graduating from Manchester High School with the end goal of becoming a physical therapist. Her interest in physical therapy was sparked by an anatomy and physiology class in high school where she became fascinated with the muscle system and began to see possibilities for a career in the medical field. Also driving her interest in the workings of the human body is her high school sports career. Sorg served as varsity captain of both volleyball and track while also distinguishing herself academically. She has received Academic Excellence awards for

the past eight years, been named the Rotary Mental Attitude Award winner three times, and has been offered the highest academic scholarships at both the University of Evansville and Carroll University. In the community, Sorg serves on the Crossroads Bank Junior Board of Directors, an experience that “has shown me one of the ways that our whole county comes together as one large community in such a unique way.” In addition, she is a member of Key Club, studies dance, and is active in Saint Robert’s Catholic Church in North Manchester. Sorg will be in college next year along with her brother, Peyton, and her mother who is attending college full time. Sorg is the daughter of Keith and Rachelle Sorg of North Manchester. Stone is a scholarathlete at Wabash High School who took time out of the sectional and regional women’s basketball tourney to compete for the Lilly E n d o w m e n t C o m m u n i t y Scholarship. With her

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sights on colleges after graduation, she plans to enroll at Butler University to prepare for medical school and a career as a pediatrician. “Being able to help people and make them healthy is what draws me into the field of medicine,” she said. “After medical school I would like to move back home to work and hopefully one day open my own office.” Stone is already involved in promoting health through the volleyball team’s Kills for a Cure night, raising money through pledges to fight breast cancer. “We use our skill of playing volleyball to fight for a cure,” she noted. Stone is also senior class president vice president of Key Club, Athletic Student Council Ambassador, and treasurer of the Junior Board of Directors at Crossroads Bank. Her proudest achievement has been maintaining an excellent GPA in her courses while participating in sports and volunteer activities. “I am proud of my achievement because I know what I have sacrificed and done to maintain my grades while being an athlete,” she said. Stone is the daughter of Matt and Kimberly Stone of Wabash. Whitham plans to study pharmacy after graduation from Southwood High School. She found a passion for pharmacy after exploring career options with two career counselors who helped her see a good fit for her interest in science and her helping personality type. When asked about a most influential experience, Whitham recounted a story about a fellow student who struggled in math. Her friend feared she would fail a test without help. “I didn’t have any homework to com-

plete during that period so I told her I would help her study for her test,” Whitham said. “The next day I walked into the school and she immediately yelled at me from down the hallway that she got a B on her test.” Her giving nature drew her to service on the Crossroads Bank Junior Board of Directors where students learn about personal finance and undertake community service projects in Wabash County. “We have helped with the Chili CookOff, March of Dimes, The Access Youth Center, Helping Hands soup kitchen, and the Wabash County Animal Shelter,” she said of the board. In addition to volunteering, junior board members make donations to some of the places they’ve served. Whitham is generous with her time and talents, but she is also competitive, even if mainly with herself. She has stayed at or near the top of her class academically throughout high school, sacrificing some things she would like to have

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Join Us Friday, April 17th for the annual Garber-Simmons Senior Center (a United Fund Agency) Silent Auction and Benefit. This years event will consist of a silent auction, live auction, refreshments, door prizes and entertainment. Live auction items include: A guided Small Mouth Bass Fishing Trip down the Eel River, including a shore lunch for 1 person, and a Country Side Horse and Buggy Ride for up to 4 people.

DATE: Friday April 17th TIME: 6:00 doors open and bidding begins 7:15 Silent Auction bidding ends 7:15 Live auction begins

LOCATION: TOWN LIFE CENTER 603 Bond Street, N. Manchester For more information contact Melinda Sweeten 260-982-0535

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E n d o w m e n t C o m m u n i t y Scholarship. With her sights on colleges after graduation, she plans to enroll at Butler University to prepare for medical school and a career as a pediatrician. “Being able to help people and make them healthy is what draws me into the field of medicine,” she said. “After medical school I would like to move back home to work and hopefully one day open my own office.” Stone is already involved in promoting health through the volleyball team’s Kills for a Cure night, raising money through pledges to fight breast cancer. “We use our skill of playing volleyball to fight for a cure,” she noted. Stone is also senior class president vice president of Key Club, Athletic Student Council Ambassador, and treasurer of the Junior Board of Directors at Crossroads Bank. Her proudest achievement has been maintaining an excellent GPA in her courses while participating in sports and volunteer activities. “I am proud of my achievement because I know what I have sacrificed and done to maintain my grades while being an athlete,” she said. Stone is the daughter of Matt and Kimberly Stone of Wabash. Whitham plans to study pharmacy after graduation from Southwood High School. She found a passion for pharmacy after exploring career options with two career counselors who helped her see a good fit for her interest in science and her helping personality type. When asked about a most influential experience, Whitham recounted a story about a fellow student

who struggled in math. Her friend feared she would fail a test without help. “I didn’t have any homework to complete during that period so I told her I would help her study for her test,” Whitham said. “The next day I walked into the school and she immediately yelled at me from down the hallway that she got a B on her test.” Her giving nature drew her to service on the Crossroads Bank Junior Board of Directors where students learn about personal finance and undertake community service projects in Wabash County. “We have helped with the Chili CookOff, March of Dimes, The Access Youth Center, Helping Hands soup kitchen, and the Wabash County Animal Shelter,” she said of the board. In addition to volunteering, junior board members make donations to some of the places they’ve served. Whitham is generous with her

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she is also competitive, even if mainly with herself. She has stayed at or near the top of her class academically throughout high school, sacrificing some things she would like to have done to stay focused on learning. “Through all of my

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OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2015 4:00 - 5:00 PM (PRIOR APPOINTMENTS CALL 260-563-2484) Antiques, collectibles, appliances, household items, tools, pots/pans, Horse saddles and show saddles & accessories, home decor, metal cabinets, metal shelving, lots of misc. HOUSEHOLD GOODS & COLLECTIBLES White metal table trimmed in red, wooden drop leaf table, Kitchen refrigerator, range, antique bottles, glassware, pots/pans, kettles, silverware, glassware, piano, wooden chairs, vintage kitchen chairs, wooden chest of drawers, wooden tables, lamps, furniture, wicker furniture, crocks, copper tub, file cabinet, wooden bed/frame, metal bed/frame, vintage luggage, antique clock, wooden end tables and stands, salt and pepper shakers, sweeper, Christmas decorations, dolls, pictures, mirrors, old stereo speakers. TOOLS, MISC. ITEMS Show Saddles for horses, stirrups, bits, bridles, blankets, wood lathe, old pump, air compressor, fishing poles, small misc hand tools, old wooden box, and other misc small items. TERMS ON REAL ESTATE: $3,000 non-refundable down on day of auction, balance due at closing. Buyer(s) to pay winning accepted bid price plus $1,500.00 buyers premium due at closing. Property is sold as is, where is. Property sold for cash. Information stated on property is opinions of sellers. Any decision to bid on subject property is entirely up to the individual bidders and based solely on their inspections. All taxes will be prorated to day prior to closing. Taxes may or may not be the same based on individual buyers basis for exemptions. All statements, zoning and tax information are from reliable sources but are not guaranteed. Statements made day of auction takes precedence over any and all previous oral or written material. Real Estate to close on or before 45 days of auction. TERMS ON PERSONAL PROPERTY: NO BUYERS PREMIUM ON PERSONAL PROPERTY, CASH, MC/VISA. ALL ITEMS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS. STATEMENTS MADE DAY OF SALE TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER PRINTED MATERIAL. ALL SALES FINAL. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS. Robert Kisner, Auctioneer, AU11200110 Phillip Wolfe, Auctioneer, AU19900139

Reconditioning & Detail Department Come join a growing GM Dealership team that is celebrating its 45th year in business! We need a hardworking and qualified individual with vehicle reconditioning and cleaning experience. This individual needs to be able to wash & wax vehicle exteriors & clean vehicle interiors. Detail experience is a definite plus for this full time position. Good Driving Record is a must. Competitive pay with benefits. Please stop by our dealership at 1002 State Road 114 W, North Manchester, IN for an application.

ARTICLES: 2 bdrm Lake Home OWNER: Wolf AUCTIONEER: Snyder & Lange Auctioneering SUNDAY April 19, 2015 11 A.M. Real Estate at Noon LOCATION: 4279E 200N, Lagro. ARTICLES: 3 bdrm ranch on 2 acres, 1985 Nissan truck, household & riding mower OWNER: Eads AUCTIONEER: Snyder & Lange Auctioneering SUNDAY APRIL 26, 2015 11 A.M. LOCATION: Wabash Fairgrounds ARTICLES: Antiques, collectibles, vintage & household OWNER: Franks AUCTIONEER: Snyder & Lange Auctioneering

Wabash County DOWNSIZING SALE, 1105 N SR 115, Sat. April 18th 10am-3pm. Adult bikes, 3 night stands, Dept. 56 houses, Precious Moments, lots of books, cookbooks & misc. HUGE RUMMAGE SALE at Wabash Friends Church Gym, Sat. 4/25 8am-1pm. Proceeds go to Peter’s Team Mission Trip to Joni & Friends Family Retreat.

Wabash City GARAGE SALE - Sat. April 18, 8 to 3 pm.,1218 Falls Ave. Wabash. Buffet, Coffee Table, Kitchen & decorator items, over range Microwave, children’s Geo-Track toys and more. 563-4872. WABASH 4H BUILDING, Sat. 18th 9am-3pm, something for everyone, too much to list! YARD SALE!!!! Fri and Sat from 8am-1pm 4/17, 4/18, 4/26 and 4/27 come check it out 908 Pike St.

North Manchester ANNUAL MULTI-FAMILY SALE, Fri. 4/17 8AM-5PM & Sat. 4/18 8am-? 2 miles north of 13 on Beckley St. Extended. Other sales in neighborhood! Lots of clothes of all sizes NBadult, fabric, tupperware, books, crates & knick knacks. Dyson 260-5788359. NEIGHBORHOOD SALES, 4/17 7am-6pm & 7/18 7am-? Beckley St. Ext. 3 miles north to 1200 S (Kosciusko Co) turn right 1st lane on right. New tailgate net, van seats, dog house, foam insulation, GPS, natural weight loss & energy supplements, 02 Cavalier, solid wood doors, tires, various sizes children’s & adult clothing. Lots of misc. PART OF NEIGHBORHOOD SALES -Toro 14 horse garden tractor, tools, queen oak sleigh bed and mattress, clothes, misc items. Take Beckley St Extended across SR 13, go 3 miles (Kosciusko.Co) turn right, 1st house on the left, 3206 E 1200 S. Friday, 7-6, Saturday, 7-?

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GARAGE SALE, 4/17 & 4/18 8am-4pm, 235 S. Arnold St. Large collection of vintage Star Wars, comics, figurines, trading cards. Excellent pricing, some other items as well. If your a collector don’t miss this sale! Rain or shine.

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BARN SALE: Mt. Etna Sawmill, open Saturday 10am-2pm, Off 9, 1/2 mile down 124, Mt. Etna. CASH ONLY. Tools, kitchen, baby gates & pet cages. We will be closed Sat. April 25th.

South Whitley Community-Wide Garage Sale. Friday April 24th & Saturday April 25th 8am-?. Welcome Treasurer Hunters, Thousands of items for you to discover.

TOP CASH FOR CARS, Any Car/Truck, Running or Not. Call for INSTANT offer: 1-800-454-6951. HEALTH & FITNESS VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 50 Pills $99.00 FREE Shipping! 100% guaranteed. CALL NOW! 1-866-312-6061. VIAGRA 100mg, CIALIS 20mg. 40 tabs +10 FREE, $99 includes FREE SHIPPING. 1-888-836-0780 or Metro-Meds.net. MISCELLANEOUS CASH FOR CARS, Any Make or Model! Free Towing. Sell it TODAY. Instant offer: 1-800-8645784.

AVIATION Grads work with JetBlue, Boeing, Delta and others- start here with hands on training for FAA certification. Financial aid if qualified. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-453-6204. Dish Network - Get MORE for LESS! Starting $19.99/month (for 12 months.) PLUS Bundle & SAVE (Fast Internet for $15 more/month.) CALL Now! 1-800-615-4064. Make a Connection. Real People, Flirty Chat. Meet singles right now! Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: 1-888-909-9905 18+. DISH TV Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) SAVE! Regular Price $34.99 Ask About FREE SAME DAY Installation! CALL Now! 877-477-9659. REAL ESTATE 20 Acres. $0 Down, $128/mo. Owner financing.Money Back Guarantee. Near El Paso, TXBeautiful Mountain views FREE color brochure 800-939-2654. WANTED TO BUY CASH PAID- up to $25/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. 1-DAYPAYMENT.1-800-371-1136. Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201.

Articles For Sale $150 QUEEN PILLOWTOP Mattress Set. NEW in Plastic, Can Deliver. (260)493-0805.

A BRAND NEW KING PILLOWTOP Mattress Set, $250, Still in Factory Plastic. (260)493-0805. $425 CHERRY Sleigh Bed, NEW, Solid Wood w/NEW PILLOWTOP Mattress Set, un-opened. (260)4930805.

HELP WANTED Weekday Lunch & Saturday Brunch Cook Some experience required. Email resume to: kenapocomocha@energymetro.net NO PHONE CALL PLEASE

BASSETT OAK TWIN bed, dresser, nightstand & floor lamp, one year old, from Miller Furniture, $600. Call 260-563-7538.

BEAUTIFUL OAK DINING TABLE w/ matching chairs & middle leaf, seats 8, $500. Call for appointment 260-330-2693.

Hiring Experienced Construction Workers for Interior & Exterior remodeling. Must have dependable transportation. Pay based on experience. 765-833-2240

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CANDY ONION PLANTS, $4/bundle, red or yellow. Call 563-3762. GOOD APPLIANCES: used washers, dryers, ranges & refrigerators. 30 day warranty! 35 E. Canal St., Wabash, 260-5630147.

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NOTICE OF VOTING LOCATIONS Notice is hereby given pursuant to IC 3-11-8-3.2 that the Board of Commissioners of Wabash county, Indiana has designated the following locations for the election to be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. These voting locations are handicap accessible. A registered Wabash County voter may vote at ANY of these locations on Election Day. First United Methodist Church 110 N Cass Street Wabash, IN

Liberty Township Fire Department 12 S. Wabash Ave LaFontaine, IN

Wellbrooke of Wabash 20 N John Kissinger Drive Wabash, IN

Public Safety Complex Police/Fire Department 709 W Main Street North Manchester, IN

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Employment INFANT CAREGIVER NEEDED to work 40 hours a week in a Childcare Ministry, must have a love for God, love for children, patience and a high school diploma or GED. Please call 260-786-3738.

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People with an interest may place applications at the address listed below. Deb’s Cleaning Services 732 Falls Avenue Wabash, Indiana NO PHONE CALLS

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LEGAL NOTICE OF PRIMARY ELECTION The voters of Wabash County are notified in accordance with Indiana Code 3-8-2-19 that a primary election will be held within the county on May 5, 2015, with the polls open from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., prevailing local time. I, undersigned, certify that based on the declarations of candidacy filed in the office of the county election board, the following individuals will be placed on the primary election ballot for nomination to the indicated offices:

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WABASH CITY - REPUBLICANS Mayor Scott A. Long City Clerk-Treasurer No Candidate City Judge Tim Roberts City Council-At Large Bryan Dillon (Vote 2) Marc A. Shelley City Council-District 1 Mitch Figert (Vote 1) Douglas Konkle City Council-District 2 Aaron McClary City Council-District 3 Robert (Bob) Greene City Council-District 4 Bonnie Kay Corn City Council-District 5 Doug Adams (Vote 1) Matt Stone NORTH MANCHESTER - REPUBLICANS Town Clerk-Treasurer Carrie Mugford Town Council-District 1 Laura Rager Town Council-District 2 James W. (Jim) Smith Town Council-District 3 Thomas (Tom) Dale Town Council-District 4 No Candidate Town Council-District 5 Diane K. Haupert (Vote 1) Chalmer (Toby) Tobias LAFONTAINE - REPUBLICANS Town Clerk-Treasurer Cynthia Erb Town Council Lori A. Brane (Vote 3) Walter R. C. (Bob) Couch Jay L. Gillespie J. Tyler Guenin Janet I. Robbins-Pattee Kinnie Sollars Jeremy Waite

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765-833-7725 ANTIQUES WANTED, Estates or single items. Call 260-569-1865 or 260571-9865.

302 Damron Dr., North Manchester, IN 46962 207 S Maple St., North Manchester, IN 46962 7 Woodspoint Circle, North Manchester, IN 46962 407 River Cove Ln., North Manchester, IN 46962

WE BUY GOLD, silver and coins. Wabash Valley Prospectors LLC, 633 S. Wabash St., Wabash. Tim Ravenscroft, 260-5715858.

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MINIATURE TEXAS HEALER PUPPIES for sale, up to date on shots & wormings, $200. Yarnelle Farms, 260-385-1951.

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Akron church to host breakfast By The Paper staff AKRON – The Akron Church of God

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