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North Miami names new athletic director by Michelle Boswell
everyday life lessons such as, trusting others, working father, his home life is not much different as far as what as a team, setting goals, being prepared, learning to fail is on the schedule. and learning to succeed,” Hudson said. “Kolten plays football, basketball, & baseball. Skylar North Miami Community Schools has a new athletic Life experiences and the people who have been a part enjoys gymnastics, basketball, & softball. We are a famdirector. of his life are what he has relied on through the years. ily that loves sports and enjoys the outdoors. We are Troy Hudson, Jr., a 2006 Peru High School graduate, “I have been blessed to have sort of a spontaneous family and enjoy taking a trip to has been working at so many people that have the beach or going for a kayak trip whenever we have North Miami Community supported me my entire Schools since 2014. He free time,” he said. life,” he shared. began his career at the And what else does he like to do in his free time? Experience at North Miami elementary school as a “Anything with my family, spend time with close has provided Hudson with counselor and in 2015 his the opportunity to work with friends, kayaking, camping, watch my kids play sports, position changed to the many of the coaches for the anything outdoor.” elementary administralast four years and does not As far as being a new leader for the sports program, tive assistant and head anticipate many changes to Hudson said he wants to be a team leader. baseball coach. take place in the athletic pro“I want to be able to provide our players and coaches Now, nearly five years gram. with best possible resources to be successful,” he said. later, Hudson has been “I believe we have some When you put it all together, his education, goals and named the athletic direcgreat coaches at North tor. hobbies, the North Miami sports program and its parMiami. We want our coaches Hudson is no stranger to ticipants have much to look forward to with Hudson to be invested in the students sports. He has played leading the team. and the community,” he sports most of his life. In said. high school he played He said he is looking football, basketball ad forward to working even baseball. As a college stumore with the athletes dent at the University of and coaches. Saint Francis in Fort “Our goal is to build Wayne, he played football programs at North and baseball. While Miami. We want to attending college, Hudson establish programs for obtained his bachelor’s all our sports from the degree in education and youth to our high school continued his studies at players.,” Hudson Liberty University in explained. Lynchburg, Virginia, “Establishing a system obtaining a master’s that works best for the degree in education. entire athletic departHe shared the fact that ment” is what Hudson being a former athlete believes will be a chaland coach gives him an lenge but being a part of understanding of what a family like North needs coaches and players Miami will make the job have. Hudson feels this easier to navigate. will give him an advan“My family has made tage when performing his this our home and we duties as the athletic love the North Miami director. Community,” Hudson When asked if this kind said. of job was one he always Hudson has been marwanted, he replied, ‘I Troy Hudson Jr., named athletic director at North Miami. ried to Amy (Hoover) for have always had a pas11 years and they share sion for sports. I look back through my life and sports two children, Kolten, 10 and Skylar, 6. has played such an important role in my life and has Sports has been and will be a major part of molded me into the person I am today. It has taught me Hudson’s life and even now, as a husband and Hudson with wife, Amy, and children, Kolten and Skylar. mboswell@ thepaperofmiami.com
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FFA state officers to be announced June 18 Nineteen FFA members from across the state are preparing to interview for the opportunity to serve as an Indiana FFA State Officer in the coming year. Eight individuals will be selected to fulfill the roles of president, secretary, northern region vice president, southern region vice president, treasurer, reporter and sentinel. During the 91st Indiana FFA State Convention, the candidates will participate in a rigorous interview and selection process in which the winners
will be announced at the final session on Thursday, June 18. “Serving as a state officer provides such a unique opportunity to learn,” said Indiana State Department of Agriculture Director Bruce Kettler. “I commend each of the candidates for their dedication to personal and professional growth as well as service to the
Indiana FFA community.“ Once selected, the newly-elected officers will embark on a year of service, providing direction and overseeing the development of the student-led organization, which has more than 12,500 members statewide. Along with promoting FFA, agriculture and agricultural education, some of their responsibilities include conducting FFA chapter visits, facilitating leadership conferences and hosting career and leadership development events.
Miss Circus City, court will be crowned despite festival, parade cancellation by Michelle Boswell
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Despite the fact there will be no Circus Festival in 2020, there will be a Miss Circus City Queen, a Circus City Jr. Queen and Circus Princess crowned for 2020. Circus City Festival, Inc., made the decision to cancel the circus performances May 6, with the intention of continuing with the downtown festival and parade. But as COVID-19 restrictions continued, it became clear it would be impossible to have the festival and parade without financially strapping CCFI. The circus board of
The Grissom Air Museum is now fully open. Visitors are welcome everyday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
directors unanimously voted to cancel the downtown festival and parade at their regular board meeting June 9. With all that disappointment for circus organizers, trainers, performers and circus fans, the chance to have something that involved the local youth and the circus has become a bright spot for the community. Pageant organizers, Hope Turcheck and Kerri Gaumer have been preparing for the pageant that will take place Sunday, June 28, at 3 p.m. at the Circus arena, 159 North Broadway, Peru. At the pageant, the 62nd Miss Circus City, the seventh Cir-
cus City Jr. Queen, and the 10th Circus princess will be crowned. Tickets are $5 at the door and only 250 people will be allowed in the building due to COVID-19 restrictions. See IN.gov for guidelines concerning health and safety measures recommended for this type of event. This year’s theme for the pageant is the “Roaring 20’s.” The pageant participants had their “photogenic picture day” June 11. Organizers, along with pageant photographer, Bridgette Harmon, will have photos to publish in next week’s edition of The Paper of Miami County.
“Each of the candidates has demonstrated servant leadership in their home chapter and districts,” said Indiana FFA Director Rob Hays. “I am confident that any of these members would excel in the state officer role if selected. I look forward to seeing the impression this year’s team will make.” The following list includes the 19 Indiana FFA State Officer candidates: Jayden Brown, Rossville FFA Evam Coblentz, Wawasee FFA Evan Cohagan,
Argos FFA Jenna Cords, West Central FFA Makinzie France, North Miami FFA Julia Hamblen, Shelbyville Central FFA Sam Hauptstueck, Carroll Fort Wayne FFA Loren Matlock, Eastern Hancock FFA Logan Overman, Greenfield Central FFA Blake Poffenbarger, Shenandoah FFA Kylie Schakel, Hamilton Heights FFA Breeanna Sides, South Ripley FFA Brooke Sides, South Ripley FFA Luke Sproles, Frontier FFA
Blayne Vandeveer, Tri-County FFA Sara Weaver, Franklin County FFA Ally Webster, Clinton Central FFA Garrett Weil, Oregon-Davis FFA Derick Williams, Union City Community FFA The 2020-21 Indiana FFA state officer team will be announced on June 18 by the Indiana FFA Organization via social media. Visit inffa.org to learn more about Indiana FFA. About Indiana FFA: Indiana FFA is a dynamic youth organization that pro-
vides students opportunities for leadership development, personal growth and career success. Indiana FFA members can be found not only in rural communities, but also in many suburban and urban schools. Annually, 11 leadership conferences are offered to Indiana FFA members. These conferences, which are presented by student leaders, allow for a creative and fun way to help youth develop positive character traits and habits. Altogether, there are more than 200 activities to engage FFA members.
Free COVID-19 testing at Peru Armory Free COVID-19 testing is available in Peru at the Peru Armory National Guard, 77 German Street, Peru. Those planning to be tested can register at: https://lhi.care/cov idtesting or by phone at: 888-6341116. This location is also permitting testing for children under 12 years of age. Hoosiers will not be charged for testing and insurance is not required. Those who have private health insurance need to bring that information when going to be tested. Other Test Sites Throughout Indiana can be found at https://www.in.gov /dhs/files/ISDH-
Optum-TestingSites.pdf. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is working to help keep you and your community safe from the threat of novel, or new coronavirus. Take the following everyday steps to help avoid the spread of all respirctory viruses: Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, throw the tissue away, and then wash your hands; avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth; clean and disinfect frequently touched objects or surfaces such as remote controls and doorknobs. Avoid close
contact with people who are sick; stay home if you are sick; call your doctor if you develop fever, cough, or difficulty breathing and when in public, wear a cloth face covering over your nose and mouth.. For more tips to
stay healthy through the pandemic, be sure to visit CDC.gov.
Legal Notice American Huey 369, Peru, Indiana is submitting an NOI letter to notify the Miami County Soil and Water and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management of our intent to comply with the requirements of 327 IAC 15-5 and 327 IAC 15-13, to discharge stormwater from construction activities for the following project: National American Huey History Museum located east of the intersection of SR 218 and US 31 in Miami County, Indiana. Run-off from the project site will discharge to Pipe Creek.
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Obituaries Dovie L. Wright, 82
Dovie L. Wright, 82, of Peru, Indiana, passed away at 6:55 p.m., Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born in Blytheville, Arkansas, Aug. 19, 1937, the daughter of Raymond Hugh and Iona Ing Mosely. Dovie married Frank D. Wright March 16, 1953, and he preceded her in death Oct. 16, 2011. Dovie retired from Essex Wire where she worked for 40 years. She loved to go shopping, and was very proud of her maiden name, Mosely. Dovie is survived by her four sons, Ricky and his wife Patty of Peru, Frankie and his wife Jamie of Peru, Edward of Peru and his friend Kelly of Jacksonville, Florida,
Charlie of Peru and a brother, William Mosely of Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, 13 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, brothers; Carl Dean Mosely, Joe Mosely, Donald Mosely and a sister, Donnie Kay Merrit.
A service celebrating the life of Dovie Wright was held at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St. in Peru Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at 2 p.m. with pastor Jay Litherland officiating. Burial was at Mount Hope Cemetery in Peru. A visitation was held from Noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made through the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral home to the Peru Circus City Festival, Incorporated (CCFI). Family and friends may leave a memory or message of condolence by visiting the online obituary at www.eddyfuneralhomes.com
Annette L. Wolfard, 60 Annette L. Wolfard, 60, of Noblesville, Indiana, went to her eternal home Sunday, June 7, 2020. She is now with her parents and sister who all preceded her in death. Annette was born in Kokomo, Indiana, on Jan. 12, 1960, to Donald E. and Dorothy L. Pearcy. She graduated from Maconaquah High School in 1978. She was a member of Zion United Methodist Church and with her parents assisted with the annual auction to support the church's missionaries and projects. She married Michael W. Wolfard in November 1981 and they had a son, Nicholas, in October 1982. They both survive her. She was an avid hobbyist,
building model Christmas trees and making jewelry, and she enjoyed attending the various home and travel shows when they were available in Indianapolis. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the American Diabetes Asso-
ciation, or to the Indiana Donor Network (as their son is a transplant patient). Visitation was held from 4 p.m. 7 p.m. Monday, June 15, 2020, at Allen Funeral Home, 136 South Elm Street, Bunker Hill, Indiana. Funeral service were held at Noon Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at the funeral home, with pastor Jenne Winter officiating. Burial took place at Kokomo Zion United Methodist Cemetery, 5051 County Road East 400 North, Kokomo, Indiana. Arrangements were entrusted to Allen Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
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Patricia Pat D. Adams, 81 Patricia (Pat) D. Adams left us Thursday, June 4, 2020. She was born March 14, 1939, to Henry and Edith (Johnson) Rusert Sr. in Peru, Indiana. She is survived by Son Richard and wife Andrea Gasaway, daughter Laura Handy, step-daughters Melanie Adams and Regina Bryant and niece Debra Rusert. She had grandchildren and great grandchildren who she loved and she cherished each and every one. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
and retired from Lake City Bank.She loved to travel and had been all over the world. She will be missed as she was a beloved mother,
grandmother and great grandmother and a dear friend to many people. Proceeded in death first husband Berman Gasaway, second husband Ken Brundige, third husband William (Bill) Adams and one brother Henry Rusert Jr. Graveside services will be at Mount Hope Cemetery June 19, 2020, at 2 p.m. Arrangements were entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Judith Owen, 73 Judith Owen, 73, of Claypool, Indiana, passed away at 9:25 p.m., Sunday, June 7, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. She was born in Peru, on Sept. 14, 1946, the daughter of Leonard and Mae Belle Nelson Venice. Judith was married to Clifford W. Owen, Jr. A 1965 graduate of Peru High School, Judy was a realtor appraiser and broker, working for Gallahan Reality and Carriger Reality. She was devoted to faith and family and was a lifelong member of the St. Charles Catholic Church where she had served as Treasurer of the Rosary & Altar Society. Judy taught line Dancing, loved spending time at their lake home, enjoyed golf cart rides and
relaxing on the pontoon. However, her favorite times were spent with the grandchildren swimming at the lake. Surviving in addition to her husband, Clifford, is a daughter Beth (Harold) Maurice of AR, sons John (Fran) Hoeppner of Miami County and Mark Hoeppner of Peru; sis-
ters Mary Jo Tully of Peru and Barbara Hayes of AZ and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, a sister Janet Dixon and brothers Robert Venice and Leonard Venice, Jr. Following Judy’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made through the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 West Main St., Peru, to St. Charles Rosary & Altar Society. Family and friends may leave a memory or message of condolence by visiting the online obituary at www.eddyfuneralhomes.com.
Mexico garage sales still set for July 4 The Mexico Fire Department is in charge of the Mexico garage sales. The garage sales are still on for July 4 unless something changes due to COVID-19. If anyone in the Mex-
ico area is interested in participating in the garage sale, the sign up is at the Mexico Marathon. That will put the participant on the map for the sale which is handed out to those who want to at-
tend the garage sale. The applicant will also receive a raffle ticket for a $50 Marathon gift card. The garage sale will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
When the time comes to make final arrangements, let the funeral home know you would like to have the obituary published in The Paper of Miami County.
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Rosa Parks did more for community than keep bus seat
by Heidi R. Wright & Morgan Rumple
It’s a little known fact that Rosa Parks worked with the NAACP as a sexual assault investigator. In the 1940’s she organized others in her community to defend Black women and girls from sexual violence in the Jim Crow South. She served as branch secretary of the Montgomery NAACP, conducting investigations into rape. Rosa Parks is iconized for the 1955 Montgomery bus boycott, often heralded as the beginning of the civil rights movement. Black women and girls have historically been dehumanized, objectified as hypersexual, not seen as victims of sexual crimes and therefore left without legal recourse. Rosa Parks encouraged Black women to fight the violence of silence and speak out. Many today, want to dismiss the sexual violence Black women have experienced as a relic from another
In the 1940’s she (Rosa Parks) organized others in her community to defend Black women and girls from sexual violence in the Jim Crow South. Parks encouraged Black women to fight the violence of silence and speak out.
time. The reality is 8 decades after the work Rosa Parks started and 50 years after the Civil Rights Movement, the struggle to address the victimization of women of color remains at a standstill. 35% of Black women experience some form of sexual violence during their lifetime. 40% of confirmed sex trafficking survivors in the US are Black. Black women are two and a half times more likely to be murdered by men than their white counter-
parts are. In addition, 9 in 10 black female victims knew their killers.The Department of Justice estimates that for every White woman that reports her rape, at least 5 white women do not report theirs. For every Black woman that reports her rape, at least 15 Black women do not report theirs. Silence is a violence of its own. There are reasons and barriers that keep black women from reporting, including the historical and structural
Rosa Parks oppression that they have experienced based on their gender and race. And while many will claim they do not see color, the outcomes tell a different story. Black girls are disproportionately punished in school and held to a higher level of accountability than White girls. They make up nearly one-third of the girls referred to
law enforcement, and over 40 percent of girls arrested in connection with a school incident. Black girls are pipelined into the criminal justice system and incarcerated at rates four times higher than their share of the population. Law Enforcement does not represent safety and protection for many members of the
Black community. Law enforcement has and still is used to control rather than protect Black communities. If a Black woman tries to access the justice system to report, she is typically not viewed as an individual but as an accumulation of racial and gender stereotypes that do not take into account the layers of oppression including expecting a black woman to make choices from alternatives not available to them because they are black. For many, Rosa Parks is remembered only for refusing to ride in the back of the bus, and it is often forgotten that she also played a key role in speaking out for the humanity of Black women and girls in our country. Racism does not end with better seating. Today our conversation must take a deeper look into how structural racism impacts work to serve survivors of sexual violence in our counties, state, and
country. If we are to truly transform systems, then our system must stop seeking out stereotypes of the perfect victim of sexual violence. One in five Black women are survivors of rape. There is a chance that there are black women and children in your community that have experienced sexual assault and have not reported. Their lack of reporting is a result of change that WE as system workers, advocates, and white allies must address, have hard conversations about, and make intentional change to better serve all survivors in our communities. Their silence is violence. Heidi R. Wright is a Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Victim Advocate with Family Service Association wrighth@fsahc.org. Morgan Rumple is the Statewide SART Coordinator from ICESAHT (The Indiana Coalition to End Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking).
Small business restart grants to help accelerate economic recovery Gov. Holcomb approved $30 million in federal funding made available through the CARES Act to small business restart grants, helping accelerate the speed of economic recovery activity by providing working capital to cover certain expenses related to the global pandemic. Eligible Indiana small businesses can seek reimbursement for up to 80% of qualified expenses, such as rent/mortgage payments, utilities, lease payments for real or personal property, and safety investments, such as personal protective equipment (PPE) and infra-
structure improvements. Eligibility requirements: Business must be registered to operate in Indiana. Business must have had less than 50 employees at of 12/31/2019. Business must have had less than $5 million in revenue in 2019. Business must have been profitable in 2019. Businesses must demonstrate a monthly revenue loss of at least 40% compared to preCOVID-19 revenues Business must not have used funding from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Economic In-
jury Disaster Loan (EIDL), or Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Small businesses that meet the eligibility requirements can be awarded up to $2,500 or up to $5,000 for each month in which the business demonstrates a revenue loss of at least 40% or of at least 80%,
respectively, with grants issued up to $10,000 per company. Of the $30 million allocated to the fund, at least $5 million will be reserved for certified minority- and womenowned businesses. To better prepare the necessary information for the application, small business are encouraged to ready the following documentation: 2019 State of Indiana Tax Return or Form 1040, Schedule C (if sole proprietorship); Monthly Profit and Loss Statement (2019 and 2020); Expense documentation if planning to use funding for: Copy of paid mort-
gage statement or lease agreement; Copy of paid utility bills; Lease payment receipts for real or personal property and receipt for safety improvements/PPE Applicants will be asked to authorize the Indiana Economic Development Corporation to access their 2019 State of Indiana Tax Returns or Form 1040, Schedule C (if sole proprietorship) from the Indiana Department of Revenue. Applicants that have not yet filed 2019 returns are encouraged to do so by the July 15, 2020, deadline prior to applying for an Indiana Small Busi-
ness Restart Grant. Businesses needing assistance compiling this documentation can contact the nearest Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) office. For Miami County, the location on the governor’s map is labeled as Hoosier Heartland Indiana SBDC. The SBDC can be reached through the following ways. Purdue University - Kokomo Office, Inventrek Technology Park, 700 E. Firmin St., Kokomo, IN 46902. Phone - 765454-7922. Hours of Operation - Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Interested busi-
ness owners may also reach Hoosier Heartland Indiana SBDC through another location at West Lafayette - 1400 West State Street, Suite J, West Lafayette, IN 47906. It is located in the Purdue West Shopping Plaza. Phone 765-454-7922. Hours of operation for both locations are available by appointment. Applications opened June 3 and will close Sept. 30, 2020. Application forms can be found on IN.gov. Look for “Grant Application form for Small Business Restart Fund.”
Mobie Food Pantry available today and June 24 The Mobile Food Pantry will be at Parkview United Methodist Church , State Road 19, Peru, today, Wednesday, June 17 at 11 a.m. This is a drive-thru distribution
and no one should arrive before 10:30 a.m. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the organizers ask that all who will be recieving food remain in their vehicles. This is to keep everyone
as safe as possible while still being able to recieve food. The next distribution date is June 24 at the Peru Junior High School.
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On the table... Healthy and refreshing all in one vegetable By Laura Kurella I enjoy this time of year so much because it brings with it so many truly fresh fruits and vegetables for the offering. Having spent winter eating stored, oxygen-deprived produce, I’ve come to realize that while these longterm storage techniques do help maintain an appearance of freshness in produce, it does not stop the fading of flavor, texture and often crispness that can only be found in fresh! I was reminded of that when I sampled the first fresh cucumber of this season. It was not just delicious, it was crazy delicious! Its flavor was so amazing in fact, that I required nothing more than a knife to slice its delicious flesh into sliver-thin slices that I found myself eating right from the edge of the blade – an act my father would certainly admonish me for participating in. As my knife whittled its way down the cool and crisp, watery flesh of this young and tender cuke, I found myself slicing it ever so thinner and thinner in the hopes of prolonging all the pleasure it was bringing. Nearing the end, I forced myself to put the knife down and rest what remained of this amazing cucumber on a napkin beside me. Stepping back, I took a moment to savor all of its delicious flavor and aroma that was still slightly lingering sweetly on my tongue. “So amazing!” I had to sigh. “Thank you, Lord, for this most amazing treat. It truly is the best cucumber I ever did eat!” In addition to awesome flavor when incredibly fresh, cu-
Cool, crisp, flavorful, inviting and refreshing, this simple yet spectacular salad is an easy way for you to go cucumber cool! cumbers also possess many nutrients and health bonuses that we can all benefit from like lignans, which according to research may decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease and several types of cancer. Linked to a lower risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease, while we think of cucumbers consisting mostly of water, it happened to be fluid that is rich in important electrolytes, which helps prevent dehydration and also keeps our body systems running right. Known for possessing anti-inflammatory benefits, a peeled cucumber, even when simply placed directly on the skin, will not only decrease swelling, irritation
and inflammation but also alleviate sunburn while a unique cooling and soothing effect, too! Cucumbers are incredible and they taste amazing too. Here now are some crisp, classic and creative ways for you to find your way to cucumber cool – ENJOY! Cucumber-FetaCracked Peppercorn Salad Prep Time; 15 minutes; Total Time: 15 minutes; Yield: 6 servings 2 thin-skinned cucumbers Handful fresh chives 3 ounces feta cheese 2 teaspoons fresh oregano leaves 3 tablespoons avocado oil 2 tablespoons
Champagne or white wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon freshly-cracked peppercorns Scrub cucumber skins with a scotch pad or scrub brush that is wet and sprinkled with generous amount of baking soda. Rinse well with cool water then pat dry. Using a mandolin or a potato peeler, slice cucumber vertically to create long, thin, ribbonlike slices. Place in a serving bowl then, using scissors, snip chives into small pieces over sliced cucumber. Break feta up and sprinkle over salad then add fresh oregano leaves. Drizzle with oil and vinegar then top with cracked pepper, serving
Food stylist and photographer: Laura Kurella
extra pepper on the side, if desired. Nutrition per serving: Calories 100; Fat 8g; Protein 2g; Carbohydrate 5g; Fiber 2g; Sodium 172mg; Calcium 55mg; Sugars 3g. Old-fashioned Cucumber Salad Prep Time: 15 minutes; Set Time: 35 minutes; Total Time: 50 minutes. Yield: 6 servings. 3 skinny cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1 large sweet onion, diced 2 tablespoons white vinegar 2 tablespoons cane sugar or substitute 2 tablespoons sour cream 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly-cracked
black pepper In a large glass or ceramic bowl, combine prepared cucumbers, prepared onion, vinegar, sugar, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Stir, mixing well, then cover bowl and refrigerate at least 35 minutes or overnight, in the coldest part of your refrigerator, before serving. Per Serving: 31 calories; 0.7 g fat; 6.1 g carbohydrates; 0.6 g protein; 1 mg. cholesterol; 294 mg sodium. Cool as a Cucumber Watermelon Salad Prep Time: 20 minutes; Total Time: 20 minutes; Yield: 6 servings. 6 cups watermelon, cut into 1-
inch pieces 1 cup coarsely chopped watercress 3/4 cup thinly sliced Vidalia onion 2 thin-skinned cucumbers, sliced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 teaspoons avocado oil 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled Mint sprigs, optional In a large bowl, combine watermelon, watercress onion and cucumbers. In a small bowl, mint, lime juice and oil, stirring with a whisk. Pour liquid mixture over watermelon mixture then toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with feta and garnish with mint sprigs, if desired.
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Police reports Miami County Sheriff ’s Department
June 8
Jacob Trit of 3218 Schilling, Peru, was arrested for failure to appear.
Andre Washington, 314 Richmond St, Kokomo, was arrested for criminal mischief.
Terry Smith of 67 E Second St, Peru, was arrested for failure to appear.
Jessica Wyatt, address unidentified, was arrested for F6, possession of paraphernalia, and methamphetamine.
Thomas Roseberry, 1695 East Paw Paw Pike Peru, was arrested for possession of paraphernalia, syringes, and heroin.
June 9
David Shrock, 390 Jackson Ave, Peru, was arrested for time server CM-287.
Kaitlin Chitum, 214 Cherokee Ct, Peru, was arrested for possession of paraphernalia and marijuana.
Frank Stambaugh, 690 Monroe Ave, Peru, was arrested for resisting law enforcement and possession of narcotics.
June 10
Shayna Walton, 321 W 2nd St, Peru, was arrested through a Cass county warrant.
Dillon Levier, 26 W 10th St, Peru, was arrested for possession of heroin, legend drugs, syringes, and controlled substances.
Tyran Lenard, 1502 Virginia St, South Bend, was arrested for invasion of privacy.
June 11 A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 4673 S 550 E, Mississinewa Campground Site 295. A citizen requested assistance at 2642 S Bus. 31, Best Western Circus City Inn, Peru. A welfare check was requested at 987 W Elburn Dr, Peru.
Domestic disturbance was reported at 2934 S 300 W, Woodland Hills Mobile Home Park, Lot 150, Peru.
An abandoned vehicle was found near 3257 W 500 S, Peru. Threats were reported at 4399 W 100 N, Peru.
A juvenile problem was reported at 4421 W St. Rd. 18, Kokomo.
An unwanted guest was reported at 314 E Washington Ave, Prescott Greene, Bunker Hill.
A caller reported damage to two vehicles at 6533 N St. Rd. 19, Denver. A report was taken.
Harassment was reported at 1129 Barksdale Ave, Peru. The complainant was advised how to get a protective order.
A transport issue was resolved at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Miami County Jail, Peru.
A grass fire was extinguished near N 700 E and E U.S. 24, Wabash.
A complainant advised at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Miami County Jail, Peru, she was served with a protective order the previous night and made to leave her residence. She also had questions about her mother getting rid of her dogs and possibly other belongings.
An unwanted guest was reported at 1424 E St. Rd. 18, Kokomo. After investigation, James Hampton was arrested. A follow up was requested at 3054 E New Hope Cemetery Rd, Peru. Disorderly conduct in regards to gunshots was reported at 4440 E St. Rd. 218, Peru.
A transport issue was resolved at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Miami County Jail, Peru. Malynn Thompson was driving northbound near W 500 S and S 400 W, Peru, when her vehicle failed to yield at an intersection and was struck by an SUV heading westbound driven by Kim Feltenberger and her 10 year-old daughter. Both vehicles were severely damaged, and all occupants were rushed to Dukes for evaluations. An agency assistance was requested at 824 N Broadway St, Dairy Queen, Peru. A female reported a possible battery that had taken place the day before at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Miami County Jail, Peru. The female advised she had gone to her ex husband’s property to retrieve some items. She said when she arrived, her ex husband began to batter her. She continued saying that she had a few bruises and scratches from the incident. The female advised she did not wish to pursue charges at this time due being worried about retaliation. She stated she wanted to make a report for the
An agency assistance in regards to a disorderly male was requested at 509 E Delphi St, Converse. This was quickly disregarded. A wanted person was found at 201 E Academy St, Amboy. Domestic disturbance was reported at 407 N Jefferson St, Apt. 5, Converse. A sweat bee makes his way from flower to flower in a Miami County garden. Photo by Michelle Boswell
record only. Questions about a customer threatening an employee after an installation job at 9125 N Union City Rd, Macy, were resolved. A weed eater was returned to its rightful owner at 229 N Main St, Bunker Hill. An overdose was handled by ISP at 12948 S U.S. 31, Maple Lawn Village Mobile Home Park, Kokomo. A traffic accident with injuries was reported near E 550 S and S 650 E, Peru.
1350 N and N U.S. 31, Macy.
Peru, was arrested for theft.
Criminal mischief was reported at 2510 E Chili Cemetery Rd, Denver.
Travis Kelley of 1954 George Ave, Peru, was arrested for FTA.
A traffic accident with property damage was responded to near W Hoosier Blvd. and Foreman Dr, Grissom AFB. A male and female requested no crash report to be completed as, they wanted to resolve the issue in a civil manner.
Shayna Walton, 321 W Second St., was arrested for violation of community corrections.
Theft was reported at 2589 S Bus. 31, Peru.
A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 275 S Lincoln St, Countryside Mobile Home Park, Bunker Hill.
A possible heart attack occurred at 6070 E 124, Peru.
A traffic stop was conducted near W
Krystin Guge of 4054 W Division,
A lockout occurred at 543 W 12th St, Peru.
June 12 A traffic accident with damage was reported near E U.S. 24 and N 300 E, Peru. A traffic hazard was located near S Sease Dr. and S U.S. 31, Peru. An 8 year-old was back-sassing their guardians at 1745 S Lincoln St, Peru. An officer was asked to speak with him.
A citizen requested assistance at 8997 S 700 E, Amboy. A traffic accident with damage was reported near W River Rd. and S 300 W, Peru. An agency assistance was requested at U.S. 24 and Logansport, Miami. A fight broke out at 2776 N Mexico Rd, and the parties were separated for the night. A juvenile problem was reported at 240 E Sycamore St, Macy. A tagged vehicle was found near W 400 S and S U.S. 31, Peru. J. ames Hampton, 304 Branded Blvd, Kokomo, was arrested for possession of legend drugs X2, marijuana, paraphernalia, battery resulting in injury, and disorderly conduct.
June 13
A disabled vehicle was found near W St. Rd. 16 and N U.S. 31, Denver. A traffic accident with damage was reported near W 900 S and S 400 W, Bunker Hill. Disorderly conduct was reported at 2829 S Hilltop Dr., Apt. 2, Peru. A suspicious package or item was discovered at 2636 S 150 E, Peru. A VIN check was conducted at 2330 S Bus. 31, Peru. A welfare check was requested at 42026 Hamilton Ct, Peru. A lockout occurred at 2368 S Bus. 31, Peru. A female had questions about eviction at 3257 W 500 S, Peru. Female’s son is homeowner that is renting residence and he is incarcerated. Police explained the eviction process to her. Female advised there was no food or running water. Upon arrival the female renter allowed police inside. There was running water and food. She was advised police would not evict her unless they had a court order signed by a judge. Original caller advised again about a vehicle on property with no plates. Officers advised her they would not tow a vehicle on private property. The renter advised that vehicle was left there and they don’t own it. Officers advised caller she could have it towed. A grass fire was extinguished near 310 S Columbia St, across from Macy. A lockout occurred at 2889 S U.S. 31, Peru. A lockout occurred at 8672 S 150 W, Bunker Hill Speedway, Bunker Hill Drag Strip, Bunker Hill. A protective order was requested at 2518 Kelly Ave, Peru, but was unable to be located. An offender verifiSee Police, page 8
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June 17, 2020
International Circus Hall of Fame announces upcoming schedule of events The International Circus Hall of Fame will open Saturday, June 27. ICHF will be offering full tours of this historic property at the top of every hour, plus have the famous circus concession stand available with cotton candy, sno-cones, popcorn and drinks available for purchase that day. A two weeklong workweek will begin Monday, July 13, 2020. Friends, fans and board members will be coming from all over the country for an opportunity to be a volunteer to clean, paint, change and improve the International Circus Hall of Fame. Anyone can come help with these improvements. Friday, July 17, at
7 p.m. in the museum building, the ICHF will host a fundraising auction. Anyone can attend it live in person or bid online through liveauctioneers.com. The sale catalogue will be available online July 1 for early bids. CHF is also hosting an Arts and Crafts show Saturday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the museum building. The ICHF hopes to see many visitors this summer. They want to remind all visitors they aren't an amusement park. The ICHF isn’t concerned about it being overly crowded but will still respect social distancing and other recommendations to keep everyone safe.
dA beautiful sunset sinks into the horizon at the grounds of the International Circus Hall of Fame, off
of 124 East, Peru. Photo by MIchelle Boswell
Police cation was made at 472 E Fifth St, Peru. A speeding citizen was pulled over near W 850 S and S U.S. 31, Bunker Hill. A protective order was served in person at 1128 W 300 S, Peru. A disabled vehicle was found near N 550 E and E U.S. 24, Peru. A speeding citizen was pulled over near N U.S. 31 and W 800 N, south of Denver. A speeding citizen was pulled over near W St. Rd. 16 and N U.S. 31, Denver. Austin Brinkerhoff of Ohio was driving near E St. Rd 124 and E 100 S, Peru, in a grey 2004 Kia van. Austin traveled left of center striking a white 2005 Toyota van driven by Elijah Richardson of Peru. There were no injuries reported. A state crash report was submitted. Threats were reported at 13579 S Deer Creek Ave, Kokomo. The participating parties were separated for the night. Domestic disturbance was reported at 1131 Barksdale Ave, Peru, and the male party left for the night.
continued from page 7 Horses were relocated and placed back into a barn near E 950 S and S 400 E, Amboy. A traffic hazard was reported near S Bus. 31 and S U.S. 31, Peru. This checked okay. A traffic stop was conducted near S Bus. 31 and S 200 W Peru. Gunshots were reported at 12948 S U.S. 31, Maple Lawn Village Mobile Home Park, Lot 210, Kokomo, but was unable to be located.
A suspicious person or vehicle was reported near S 400 W and W 1000 S, Bunker Hill. A welfare check was requested at Mississinewa Reservoir, Peru. The subject was located at his residence in Peru. A female was found lost and not knowing who she was at 1150 Barksdale Ave, Peru. Medics were dispatched to check on her. Fireworks were re-
ported at 40032 Fairchild Ct, Peru. Jordan Sallee, 3691 W Meadow Ct, Kokomo, was arrested for battery and disorderly conduct. June 14 A mental issue was resolved at 2633 E 550 N, Peru. A prowler was reported at 2216 Patrick St, Peru. Brian Edwards, Elwood, was travelling along 3625 S U.S. 31, Peru, when he left the west side of the road-
way before overcorrecting and leaving the east side of the roadway and striking a sign. A subsequent operating while intoxicated investigation was conducted and results are pending. A traffic accident with damage was reported at 54471 N Eel River Rd, Peru. A traffic hazard was reported near S Wallick Rd. and S Bus. 31, Peru. A suspected over-
dose was investigated at 2119 E 400 S, Peru, but the male was alert and refused treatment by medics. A suspicious package or item was discovered at 7233 S U.S. 31, Maramart, Bunker Hill. A traffic accident with damage was resolved at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Miami County Jail, Peru. A report of semi trucks damaging the
roadways was investigated near. W Airport Rd. and S 200 W, Peru. Damage to roads was not observed, but a caution sign had been knocked down. A suspicious male was reported along S Wallick Rd. and W 300 S, Peru. They checked okay. Harassment was reported at 501 W 10th St, Hi ‘N Dri Mobile Home Park, Lot 2, Peru.