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Virtual FFA club opens in Wabash County Club is second in the nation

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com With today’s technology, many things are readily available online.

One can shop, play games, visit with family members far away and more.

As of last fall, students at the Indiana Digital Learning School can belong to a virtual FFA chapter based in Wabash County. The chapter, it is believed, is the second virtual FFA chapter in the nation.

The Indiana Digital Learning School is a fully accredited, public K-12 school in Indiana. Now in its third year, the 2019-20 school year is the first it has offered ag education.

“Part of ag education is FFA in most traditional schools,” ag instructor Amber Lewis told The Paper of Wabash County in an interview at her office in the Bowman Agri Corporation facility in rural LaFontaine. “When I was approached with teaching the ag classes, they also approached me about starting FFA for our students.

“Our students are all throughout Indiana, all 92 counties, and they attend all of their classes virtually online.”

The FFA is the premier youth organization preparing members for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture.

“When I was approached about starting the FFA chapter, it was going to have to fit the needs of our students,” Lewis said. “Since our students attend all their classes on line, our meetings would have to be on line also, as well. But, before we could get to that point, we needed to be approved by the state to be an official FFA chapter.”

Once approval was received from the state, the national FFA organization also had to approve.

“We started the process back in September, just filling out the traditional application, submitting all of our paperwork to the state,” Lewis said. “Of course, the state was curious as to how we were going to pull it off. I had numerous conversations with the director of our state

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He was gracious enough to spend a lot of time, sitting down with us to make sure their FFA goals and expectations lined up with what we saw and where we were headed with ours.” Amber Lewis, adviser to the second virtual FFA Club in the nation, prepares to work on the Indiana The chapter received Digital Learaning School’s FFA webpage. Photo by Joseph Slacian its official approval in “Our chapter would compete locally grades.

January. However, the group has been The online meetings are conducted in the ninth district,” Lewis explained. having meetings since October. The just like regular FFA meetings.

“And so, with our kids, we’re going to chapter also had some students who “We go through the same procedure have that challenge to overcome, once were able to attend the FFA National that they do in a brick and mortar we get involved Convention in Indianapolis last fall, school,” Lewis in competition, even though the group’s charter had said. “We go to get our kids not been formally approved. all together “I had a great interest from students, through the officers’ duties, the because we are and some of my members have prior Officers of the Indiana opening and spread out FFA experience from their brick and Digital Learning School’s around the mortar schools,” Lewis said. “I’ve got a closing ceremonies. We talk state. great set of students coming in that FFA Chapter are: can serve as mentors for those who are about the same “We’ve been type of business new to FFA and get everyone ready to very fortunate President: Mariah Rice, Elkhart that brick and roll.: that the memVice President: Emily Starr, Dunkirk mortar FFA There are now 40 members in the bers do have a does, like Secretary: Elizabeth Aldrich, Garrett chapter, ranging from sevlot of backing upcoming enth to 12th Treasurer: Rachel Marsh, Paoli with their famievents, what ly and support Reporter: Angela Drabenstott, North we foresee behind their Webster planning, talkparticipation.

Sentinel: Mollie Jones, Spencer ing about our That does play a fundraiser big part in their events. We have FFA week coming up ability to get out and participate in the at the end of February, so we have difcompetition.” ferent events planned every day for The chapter is kicking off its first that. fundraiser on Feb. 24 during FFA “We just don’t get to sit like this.” week.

The chapter meets on line once per “It’s a completely online fundraiser,” month. However, Lewis said she Lewis said. “It’s fully virtual, and stumeets with her officers and comdents will get to share out with friends mittees more frequently, generand family the link for our fundraiser ally every other week if not page. We’re not selling any products. more often.

It’s strictly, ‘Hey, can you come and “We’re getting into support us?’” fundraising now that we’re A sister school to the Indiana Digital official, so we have to work Learning School in Arkansas is to get the logistics laid out believed to be the first virtual FFA for that,” she said. club in the United States.

Part of the fundraising “It helped our case when we went to is geared to allow memour state board, because they were bers to attend various judging events. able to talk with the Arkansas and talk “Because we don’t come to their FFA state board about the out of a central school, we process they went through with,” she can’t all get on an activity said. “We are the first fully virtual bus and go together,” Lewis school in Indiana to have an FFA chapsaid. “Our kids are going to ter offered through their ag program.” have additional travel expensThe local chapter also is now workes.” ing with a school in Oklahoma looking Indiana Digital Learning School to create a chapter. is based out of the Union School “We’re just very excited,” Lewis Corporation in Modoc, which is in the said. “These kids are ready and geared FFA’s ninth district. up to get out there and be involved.”

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Heartland to offer training for CDLs Officials from Heartland Career Center have announced that after two years of planning, local students are getting ready to participate in a spring training focused on earning a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

“This has been a partnership between Heartland Career Center, Wabash Learning Center (Ivy Tech), Grow Wabash County, Driving Dynamics Center for Transportation Safety CTS Driving Academy and countless others to make this happen,” says

Mark Hobbs, Heartland Career Center’s Director. “We have taken our time, worked with many local businesses and our partners to create a pathway for students of all ages to earn a CDL A License.

Our interest has focused on high school students; however, the program has developed into an opportunity for students of all ages.”

The high school students will start the CDL A internship at Heartland on March 2.

The program includes a 10-week course of both written classroom work

and actual driving time, ending with students taking their CDL A test.

The cost to students is simply the cost of their physical and drug screen, learners permit and driver’s license. Each student is required to be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver’s license and be willing to take and pass a Department of Transportation physical and drug screen.

Students who are interested in taking the course next year are currently enrolling in the program through their high schools guidance counselors.

This program has also been broadened to reach adult learners desiring to get a CDL A license.

According to Josh Blossom, Director of the Wabash Learning Center, the classroom portion of the course will be offered over a one-week period starting the first week in April, the sixth through tenth from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day.

The classroom portion will be followed by driving time throughout the months of April and May, ending May 15.

The cost for the program for adults is approximately $4,500.

Scholarships will be made available to students through the Wabash Learning Center.

“This is such a fantastic opportunity for the community,” said Blossom. “In addition to the license, we have expanded Ivy Tech

Students signed up to participants in the first ever CDL A program at Heartland Center are (from left) Randy Satterfield of Wabash, Josh Montel of Northfield, Sam Green of Northfield, Colton Jones of Southwood, Sarah Metzger of Manchester, Donavan Ross of North Miami, Trace Pugh of North Miami, and Nicholas Rider of North Miami.

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Logistics college credits for students that successfully complete the course.”

For more specifics, contact Josh Blossom at the Wabash Learning Center 260563-8828.

The Community Foundation of Wabash County, several community school corporations transportation departments, Republic

Services, Strauss Veal Feeds, Wabash Trucking, and the Wabash County Fair Board have helped to make this program possible.

“The Grow Wabash County team is thrilled that a commercial driver’s license program is coming to Wabash County as truck driving is consistently ranked in the top for

most job openings in Indiana,” said Tenille Zartman, Vice President Grow Wabash County. “This demand is only projected to have continued growth. With high median wages, these are the types of jobs we want to see grow here locally and we are excited to have helped play a part in brining that program here.”

Manchester U to host variety show From the MU News Bureau NORTH MANCHESTER — The Manchester University Theatre Society is putting on the Spring 2020 Variety Show at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 5, in Cordier Auditorium. The show at the North Manchester campus is free and open to the public.

The entertainment includes singers, dancers, comedians, bands and magic acts.

“Theatre Society is growing as a studentproduced organization, and one of our goals is to begin an annual variety show at Manchester, filled with the talents of students, professors, staff and more,” said performing arts administration major Andy Vance, who is president of the Theatre Society.

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Area officials look back on ‘19, discuss plans for coming year

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Lagro Clerk-Treasurer Kristie Bone signs a letter indicating that officials from the Town of Lagro will work with other leaders from around Wabash County on the Imagine One85 project. Photo by Joseph Slacian

Officials discuss plans for Imagine One85

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Plans for a joint effort to address Wabash County’s population decline was unveiled Wednesday, Feb. 12, during the third annual State of the Communities breakfast.

The effort, called Imagine One85, is a result of the work with community stakeholders and outside consultants to determine the factors that have led to the county’s population decline and ways to reverse the trend and encourage growth.

The project will involve formulating a comprehensive strategic plan that includes officials from Wabash County and all of its municipalities.

The Community Foundation of Wabash County will apply for a Lilly Endowment GIFT VII

Implementation Grant to help cover the plan’s costs. In addition, Manchester University committed $50,000 toward the project, and Grow Wabash County officials also plan to contribute.

Fundraising efforts are underway to acquire the rest of the funds needed to develop and implement the plan.

The plan, according to Community Foundation Executive Director Patty Grant, is expected to take two years to complete.

Grow Wabash County President and CEO Keith Gillenwater said cooperation is going to be the key to making the plan successful, and that that cooperation can be seen with officials from the five municipalities and Wabash County working together on Imagine One85.

Elected officials from around Wabash County had the opportunity to highlight the progress of their respective communities made in 2019, as well as to point toward plans for the future during the third annual State of the Communities breakfast on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

Representatives from the five municipalities and Wabash County spoke at the event, sponsored by Grow Wabash County, in the Honeywell Center’s Legacy Hall.

Wabash County The county replaced two bridges and chip and sealed 75 miles of roads, County Commissioners President Brian Haupert told those present. It also partnered with the town of North Manchester, through the use of Community Crossing Matching Grants,

repaired County Road 1100N. Haupert also noted that the county will continue to use Community Crossing Grant funding this year to mill and overlay old U.S. 24 from U.S. 24 to the county line, and to repair bridge 701 in LaFontaine. It also has been awarded funds for work near White’s Family and Residential Service and in North Manchester.

He also noted the county is continuing to study ways to solve the jail overcrowding issue, including building a new facility at the Wabash County Farm. New construction, he said, could be financed through a USDA grant, helping to keep costs low to Wabash County residents.

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In addition to a new jail, Haupert continued, the county also is platting out the County Farm for possible manufacturing and industrial projects.

Town of Lagro The town completed $100,000 in paving work last year, thanks to a Community Crossing Grant, Clerk-Treasuer Kristie Bone told the crowd. In addition, work on the Wabash River Trail between

Lagro and Wabash progressed and will continue to do so this year.

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Haupert family presents MSD funds for FFA scholarship NHS students to benefit from donation

By Mandy Underwood munderwood@thepaperofwabash.com The Metropolitan School District of Wabash County board met on Tuesday, Feb. 11. During this meeting the board accepted a donation of $9,750 to the Northfield FFA from the Dan Haupert family.

Haupert was a local farmer who tragically passed away during a grain bin entrapment earlier this year. He loved farming and was a former FFA president.

Many members of the Haupert family were present at the

meeting, including his son, Ryan Haupert, and his g r a n d d a u g h t e r, Meredith, who was wearing her grandfather’s FFA jacket from when he was in High School.

“The culture was Dad’s life. From some of the stories he told, we know he loved FFA. He loved farming,” said Ryan, holding back tears.

For however many years the money lasts, a scholarship will be given to a student from the Northfield FFA who is going on to continue their education in the agriculture field.

Also, on Tuesday the board:

R e c o g n i z e d S o u t h w o o d Elementary third grade Teacher Alissa Deeter as the Staff Spotlight. Deeter was nominated by April Roles, whose student was greatly and positively impacted by Deeter.

Heard the superintendent report from Mr. Mike Keaffaber who shared the dates and times of the Strategic Plan Informational meetings. One will be at Northfield High School at 7 p.m. on Feb. 17, and another one will follow on Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. at Southwood High School.

Tim Drake, assis-

tant superintendent shared the success of the robotics teams.

Four teams from MSD have qualified for the state competition.

Approved the hiring of Jeff Springer and Steve Kieninger as coaches for the clay target league.

Approved the hiring of Valerie Trail as the coach of Girls that Code, a club at White’s High School.

Approved the resignation of Gina Dale as Special Education Aide at Northfield High School.

Approved the retirement of Max Highley as bus driver.

Approved the following coaches for Southwood spring sports: Warren Dailey, head baseball.

Dalton Gentry, David Glickfield, Cory Blocker, and Danny Lloyd as assistant baseball coaches.

Gary Dale, head golf.

Devin Dale, assistant golf.

Carl Pace, head soft-

Ryan Haupert speaks about his father at the MSD board meeting on Feb. 11 after presenting a donation to the Northfield FFA represented by his daughter, Meredith Haupert. Photo by Mandy Underwood.

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Cynthia Bell, head tennis.

Angie Loschiavo, assistant tennis.

Heather Hyden, head track.

Dave Martz, Larry Vaughn, Logan Paris and Cary Hammel as assistant track coaches.

Tonya Boone, Jeff Hobson, and Nick Perlich as junior high track coaches.

JoDee Dale, assis-

tant golf.

Brad Wright and Ron Huston, junior high golf.

Approved the following coaches for Northfield spring sports: Brandon Baker, head softball.

Rick Brewer, Jordan Shafer and Melissa Allen as assistant softball coaches.

Gary Hunter, softball volunteer.

Dick Leming, head track.

Scott Haupert, Jenna Halderman and Krista Hoover as assistant track coaches.

Ryan Sincroft, junior high track.

Marianne Milam, head tennis.

Casey Dyson, junior varsity tennis.

Collin Dawes, boys golf.

Cody McClure, junior high track.

Salamonie Preschool plans program on springtime Preschool-age children and their adults are invited to Salamonie Preschool’s “S is for Spring” March 3.

Observations of spring made through hiking and using your senses.

The class will be offered from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Salamonie Interpretive Center located in Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area, Andrews.

Each program is designed to enhance the preschooler’s

basic education, including music, crafts, social interaction and time outdoors, always with a nature-related theme.

The program fee is $2 per child. Advance registration is appreciated. Register by calling Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-468-2127.

For more information on other UWIS programs, see dnr.IN.gov/uwis or facebook.com/upperwabash, or call (260) 468-2127.

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State of Communities year.

The town also purchased a new truck, thanks to a USDA grant.

The town also will have a water apprenticeship program which will provide the town another water operator.

“That is great for us, because we’re a small community and couldn’t do it without that program,” Bone said.

She also touted Town Water Superintendent Scott Siders, who was named the Best Water Superintendent in 2019 for the region.

Town of Roann Three new businesses opened in town, two of which are owned by entrepreneurs in their 20s, Clerk-Treasurer Bob Ferguson said.

The Brickhouse RC Raceway offers remote control car racing every weekend. In addition, 135 Salon and Bailey’s Pizza Parlor also opened up, and are run by the aforementioned young entrepreneurs.

Work is progressing on a park where the former Roann school once stood, Ferguson continued.

Officials hope to build a pavilion at the site to be used for reunions, family gatherings and more.

The Lions Club is active in town, and this year will work on landscaping an area on the northeast end of the Roann Covered Bridge.

The Main Street Organization, Ferguson said, is collecting plastic bottle caps in hopes of creating a picnic table near the town’s log cabin. It is also working on repainting the mural on the community building and a clock in the downtown area.

“We want to be a place where people come for a purpose,” he said.

Town of LaFontaine “LaFontaine continued, in 2019, to go through changes throughout the year,” Clerk-Treasurer Diana Heath said.

A Community Crossing grant allowed several streets to be repaved and for the town to become compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act where needed, she said.

Town officials applied for a similar grant this year to work on one mile of Basin Street in the downtown area, she continued. The project entails resurfacing the streets, replacing sidewalks and curbs and adding four new ADA ramps around the town.

Officials also hope to add lights and other items to help spruce up the downtown area.

Memorial Day weekend of 2019 showed the town’s resiliency and its citizens willingness to help one another when a storm passed through and dumped 3 ½ inches of rain on the community in 30 minutes.

“The town lost power, which meant sump pumps in basements were not working,” Heath said.

“The streets overflowed. Grant Creek and the ditch that runs through our town was overflowing their banks. Several properties had water up to four feet in their garages, work sheds and basements.

“The water receded as fast as it rose, but it left devastation where it had been.”

Residents formed bucket lines to empty basements and other areas.

The town is working to help decrease the chances of that happening in the future by removing debris and other obstacles in the waterways.

Town of North Manchester “We want you to strongly consider living in North Manchester,” Town Council President Allen Miracle said.

“If you work in Allen County, Huntington County, Kosciusko County and, of course, Wabash County, we think you should strongly consider living in North Manchester.”

The town, he continued, is within easy driving distance of Fort Wayne, Huntington and more.

“The area in and around North Manchester offers jobs, dining, shopping, entertainment, colleges and universities,” he said.

It also has great child care, a great school system and a new housing development.

“All of these factors make North Manchester a great choice if you work in any of these counties,” Miracle said.

He pointed out several of the benefits of the community, including the Manchester Early Learning Center, which was ranked in

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Chester Heights is the town’s new housing addition that will add about 20 new homes and “villaminiums,” or duplexes.

City of Wabash “When we talk about the good things going on in Wabash and Wabash County, we talk about opportunity,” Mayor Scott Long said. “It’s about driving forward, setting the bar high, and accomplishing the goals.

“Opportunities also weathering the storms and witnessing the beauty after the rain has ended. In this case, it’s months and months and months of road construction. Well buckle up and hold on, because Feb. 24 we’re going to start tearing up Cass Street.”

Work will begin on the south end and work its way north, he said, noting that work is scheduled to be completed in

August.

A key to success is cooperation among various organizations. The city has done so, Long said, by establishing relationships with organizations in the county such as Grow Wabash County, Visit Wabash County, Wabash Marketplace and Manchester Alive, as well as groups outside the county, such as the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership.

The city also has established relation-

ships on the state level, with the City of Edinburgh, Fort Wayne, and internationally in Japan and China.

As for the future, “we are talking about diversifying our community to build population, attract and retain talent,” Long said. “We’re creating housing for the future at a few different locations in the city.

We’re continually updating our community for the future, and we need to establish more relation-

ships and partnerships locally, regionally, statewide and worldwide.”

Housing projects are being explored at the site of the former Parkview Wabash Hospital on East Street, along East Market Street and at the former GenCorp site on Stitt Street.

The city also is working with local partners to create internships and other opportunities for workers to help retain and attract talent.

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2nd Crystal Gayle show added at renovated Historic Eagles Theatre Wabash’s own Crystal Gayle ignited overwhelming anticipation and support in a matter of weeks from the initial Eagles Theatre reopening announcement made on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

The Honeywell Foundation officials said they are excited and grateful that Gayle and her band

agreed to add a second show at Eagles Theatre on Sunday, March 1.

“It was an incredible experience seeing the community come out for tickets to the Crystal Gayle performance,” Guest Relations Team Leader Cody Lee said.

“Guests were really excited that she’s opening Eagles.”

Tickets went on sale to the public at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11, and were sold out in a matter of minutes. Guests not able to purchase tickets were placed on a waiting list for seats.

Gayle will be returning to the 114year-old theatre on Sunday, March 1 at 6:30 p.m. for a second performance. Tickets

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Grow Wabash County campaign hits goal CRYSTAL GAYLE for this additional performance will go on sale on Friday, Feb. 14 at 10 a.m.

Tickets are $30 and will be available for purchase

Grow Wabash County’s capital campaign, “Growth Starts Here,” has successfully reached its campaign goal of raising $1 million.

The campaign was announced by campaign chair, Parker Beauchamp, during Grow Wabash County’s Annual Dinner Celebration on Oct. 10, 2019 and it was met with support and excitement from the community.

Over the past several months, Grow Wabash County has been hard at work connecting with its investors and community leaders to raise $1 million for bold programs and initiatives to promote its five main pillars: entrepreneurship; workforce development & talent attraction; business development; livability; and investor services.

“We’ve reached our $1 million goal quicker than any of us could have imagined,” Keith Gillenwater, president and CEO of

Grow Wabash County, said. “We are thrilled that commitments continue to roll in and we’re excited that the community has bought into the big picture initiatives and projects that Grow Wabash County is spear-heading.”

Grow Wabash County officials have been working to advance these initiatives even before the campaign was announced.

“From our very first pledge to the campaign, we put the money towards advancing one of the key initiatives in our campaign, a comprehensive population loss study,” Gillenwater said.

“From there, we’ve been working to implement the recommendations of the study which align closely.”

Some of the other new projects Wabash County can look for in the coming months include: specialized skill training programs, increased support for the variety of

entrepreneurial services offered through Grow Wabash County and the remediation of brownfield sites around the county.

“Wabash County is the ultimate rural American success story,” Beauchamp said. “The organizations and individuals who supported this campaign continue to answer the call time and time again to be the premier example of what a real community can be.”

The “Growth Starts Here” campaign received support from over 40 different investors who have committed to helping Grow Wabash County’s game-changing plans make a profound impact on Wabash County.

Grow Wabash County thanks all of its investors and campaign donors who have pledged their support for change and growth. Growth Starts With You!

One85 ...cont. from Page 3A “We’re so proud right now that we’re starting to develop one comprehensive plan that elected officials from all six communities are going to be working together,” he said. “It’s that kind of that thing that’s going to help us progress and reverse the population decline.”

At the conclusion of the breakfast, representatives from the communities, the county, Community Foundation and Grow Wabash County signed a letter to be presented to the Lilly Endowment showing their commitment to the plan.

In addition, breakfast attendees were invited to sign a banner in the Honeywell Center lobby that showed support for the plan.

The banner, officials said, will be touring Wabash County in the coming weeks and they encourage residents to sign the banner to show support.

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Riley fundraiser planned Sunday

Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Rathbun

Clarence “Ed” and Rhonda Rathbun, Wabash, will celebrate their 50th anniversary on Feb. 13.

The couple was wed Feb. 13, 1970, in Peru.

They have three children, Heather Rathbun, Ed Rathbun and Krista Hoover.

They also have four grandchildren: Emma Eden and Ethan Hoover and Kaden and Karson Rathbun.

CCC is topic of Salamonie luncheon From the DNR The monthly Salamonie Senior Luncheon will be held at noon on Monday, March 2, at the Salamonie Lake Interpretive Center.

Anyone age 50 or older is welcome to attend.

UWIS interpretive naturalist Shelly Reed will present “Civilian

Conservation Corps of Indiana” through an engaging trivia presentation.

The program begins with a carryin meal at noon. Ham and beans will be provided. Guests should bring a side dish to share, a beverage and their own table service.

Reservations may be made by calling 260-468-2127.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WABASH COUNTY STATE OF INDIANA IN THE MATTER OF THE UNSUPERVISED ESTATE OF JAMES EARL SCHUMAKER, JR., Deceased CAUSE N0.:85C01-2001-EU-000005 NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION Notice is hereby given that James Earl Schumaker, Sr., was on the 24th day of January, 2020, appointed as Personal Representatives of the Estate of James Earl Schumaker, Jr., deceased, who died on the 10th day of October, 2019.

All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file a claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent's death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred.

Dated at Wabash, Indiana, this 24th day of January, 2020.

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Sunday, Feb. 23, is a pediatric cancer fundraiser called “Fill the Wagon” to raise money for Riley Children’s Hospital.

The fundraiser starts at 5 p.m. at the Wabash First United Methodist Church, 110 N. Cass St. in Wabash. A silent auction will take place, and bids will be accepted throughout the evening. Some of the items that will be available include: Polarized sunglasses, (front row) Purdue basketball tickets vs.

Rutgers, Purdue vs.

IU tickets, Indiana basketball tickets (right behind the team) vs. Minnesota, family passes to Wabash County Historical Museum, free rental of a bounce house, 4 tickets to the Peru Circus, Sheriff for the Day, lunch with the Mayor, Indiana Pacers vs. San Antonio Spurs courtside tickets, Sonicare toothbrush, fused glass art work,

Keurig coffee brewer and K-Cups, Mary Kay products, hair products, photo sessions, car detailing certificates, beach towels, coolers, and that’s just a few of the items.

Event coordinator Alyssa McKillip, a Northfield senior, urges everyone to buy tickets so they don’t miss out on this experience. She has three area families that plan to share their stories about cancer and how Riley played

a part in their journey.

“These families have experienced all kinds of emotions associated with this horrible disease, and we want them to

know that there are people out here that truly do care!” said McKillip. “Everyone knows somebody who has cancer, it’s not an easy fight, no one should have to go

through it. We need to help these little kids who should be busy being a kid, not fighting for their lives.”

Tickets are available at Northfield, Southwood and Manchester High School front offices, Wabash City Schools, Wabash First United Methodist Church office , or by calling 260-563-1837. Tickets include a pulled pork meal and dessert.

Prices are $15 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under.

Please come show your support and raise money for this amazing organization! You can also follow us on Instagram @fillthewagon!

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SHS musicians compete in ISSMA Southwood Jr.-Sr. High School students participated in the district vocal/piano solo and ensemble contest Saturday, Feb. 8, at Huntington High School.

Thirteen junior high students and 16 high school students had 20 entries and brought home 19 first ratings and one sec-

ond place ratings; six Group I entries advanced to the state contest which will be at Perry Meridian High School in Indianapolis on Feb. 22.

Contest participants are entered according to the level of difficulty of their music; group levels I to V, I being the most

difficult and V being the least difficult music. Group I music must be selected from a required list of music. Participants receive medals for first, second and third places only in each group level.

Only Group I participants that receive a first rating advance to the state contest.

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Group I entries receiving gold and going to state contest on the high school level are: Small Girls’ ensemble of Olivia Cummins, Marissa Jones, Gracen Kelley, Isabel Davis, Daisy Sparks, and Victoria Holloway singing “Will He Remember.”

Vocal solos: Victoria Holloway, singing “Lonesome Dove,” and Micah Dale singing “Across the Western Ocean,” Cage DuBois singing “The Trumpeter” and Daisy Sparks singing “Little Horses.”

Piano solo: Daisy Sparks, playing “Chopin Waltz, Opus 70, No.2.”

Other Southwood High School students receiving first ratings were: Group II – vocal solos: Katelyn Ranck singing “No Ruby,” Mckenlie Lambert singing “Remember Me,” Maddison Hunter singing “The Wind,” Zoe Elliott singing “The Water

The Small Girls Ensemble was made up of Victoria Holloway (from left), Olivia Cummins, Marissa Jones, Gracen Kelley, Isabel Davis, Daisy Sparks, Susan Keefer, Judge Dan Anderson.

Members of the junior high Small Girls Ensemble are Madison Grace (from left), Aaliyah Bussard, Grace Drake, Jordn Hartline, and McKenzie Moorman.

Victoria Holloway and Micah Dale competed in the Vocal Solos division. Photos provided

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is Wide,” Isabel Davis singing “The Lass from the Low Countree,” and Devin Danzy (near perfect score) singing “Skye Boat Song.”

Group III – vocal solo – Nevan Sharp singing “Shenandoah” and the ensemble of Lyndzy Silvers, Micah Dale, Katelyn Ranck, and Devin Danzy singing “Homeward Bound.”

Madelyne McCann received a second place rating in Group I singing “Caro Mio Ben.” Receiving first ratings at the junior high level were: Group IV - vocal solos: Kayne Zahler singing “Sing Me a Song of a Lad,” large mixed ensemble of Landon Mitchell, Mason Hipskind, Kendall Sarll, Sarah Smith, Baleigh Black, Kaylee Nelson, and Emma Adams singing “The Turtle Dove,” small girls ensemble of Emma Adams, Kaylee Nelson, Sarah Smith, and Kendall Sarll singing “River Song”; small girls ensemble Grace Drake, Mckenzie Moorman, Madison Grace, Aaliyah Bussard, and Jordn Hartline singing “Wynken, Blynken, and Nod.” Susan Keefer is the choral director. She and Gail Vaughn were accompanists.

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Adams joins Dorais staff

Northfield students earn gold rating at ISSMA

By Mandy Underwood munderwood@thepaperofwabash.com Dorais Chevrolet Buick GMC dealership of Wabash recently welcomed a new member to their team.

Jim Adams started on Monday, Feb. 10 as a sales associate.

Adams is originally from Fort Wayne but has lived in Wabash for 32 years and continues to reside here with his wife Pam.

JIM ADAMS During his free time, Adams enjoys golfing and keeping up with college basketball.

He has been in the industry for 22 years and most recently worked at a dealership in Warsaw for the past 11 years.

“I was getting tired of the drive, and they needed someone here, so it worked out pretty good,” said Adams.

Adams specializes in sales and leasing of new and used cars.

“I’m looking forward to serving the local needs,” said Adams. “I am here every day but Wednesday, but I can be here on a Wednesday if someone needs that.”

Adams can be reached by contacting Dorais at 260-563-2123.

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Samuel Reichenbach receives his Good Citizen certificate from DAR Regent Barbara Amiss.

DAR names Good Citizen Article provided The monthly meeting of the Frances Slocum Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) took place on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at the GrandstaffHentgen Activity Room, Wabash.

Ten guests were welcomed. There were new member Sandy Smith, Wabash, Kathleen Nave, Huntington, Robin Daihl, Lagro, Eric and Sam Reichenbach, Brett, Mary Jo, and Emma Grace Wynn, Richard Baker, all of North Manchester and Shawn Dunnagan, Richvalley.

The meeting opened with the DAR ritual. Joyce Joy, Vice Regent, conducted a welcome ceremony for new member Sandy Smith.

The 2019-20 DAR Good Citizens were recognized; Emma Grace Wynn, Northfield Jr-Sr High School and Samuel

Reichenbach, Manchester Jr-Sr High School. The DAR Good Citizens Program and Scholarship consists of two parts.

Part one describes the senior student, a grade transcript and two letters of recommendation.

Part two is a timed essay on the title: Our American Heritage and Our Responsibility for Preserving It; Focus Question: “You and your peers are our nation’s leaders of tomorrow. How would you energize America’s youth to fully engage as effective citizens?

Why is that Important?”

Each candidate presented their 550word essay. Three non-DAR judges selected Samuel Reichenbach to represent the Frances Slocum Chapter, of Wabash County, in the state competition. The state winner will be announced on May 17 at the DAR

Awards Day Luncheon in Indianapolis.

The monthly program was the Miami Nation of Indians of the State of Indiana, Inc. presented by Shawn Dunnagan, spiritual leader of the Council. Their home office is 80 W. 6th Street, Peru.

The Indiana Miami Nation is no longer a federally recognized tribe. Shawn shared the long struggle the nation has worked to regain that recognition. We were serenaded by special Indian songs which were accompanied

by Shawn on his hand drum.

The January President General’s message from Denise Doring VanBuren was shared by Joyce Joy. The next meeting of the Frances Slocum Chapter will be March 10 at the GrandstaffHentgen Activity Room, Wabash.

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Students from the choral department of Northfield High School competed at the annual Indiana State School Music Association (ISMAA) Piano and Vocal District Contest. The contest was at Huntington North High School in Huntington on Saturday, Feb. 8.

All nine entries earned gold ratings with four of them qualifying for state contest which will take place in Indianapolis at Perry Meridian High School on Saturday, Feb. 22.

Those earning gold were: A Cappella Choir including members John Anderson, Nikita Dunn, Addy Fishback, Addie France, Brittin Golliher, Bianca Kinzie, Molly McDonald, Destiny McKinney, Danae Parker, Kassidy

Powell, Ellie Proebstle, Braden Ripplinger, Trinity Shockome, Ariana Varner, Athena Varner, Isaiah Webb; Treble Choir including Emma Beall, Skyler Burham, Kayden Cruz, Olivia Curry, Skylee Dixson, Annie French, Brittin Golliher, Tori Graft, Bianca Kinzie, Sydney Lester, Destiny McKinney, Kassidy Powell, Trinity Shockame, Serenity Sledge; Beall Ensemble including Emma Beall, Kayden Cruz, and Serenity Sledge; Addie France; Trinity Shockome.

Those earning gold and qualifying for state were: Ellie Proebstle; Ariana Varner; Athena Varner; and the Varner Ensemble including Ellie Proebstle, Ariana Varner and Athena Varner.

PEO members have February meeting Article provided The February meeting of PEO Chapter BY took place Feb. 10 at the home of Beth Perkins.

The meeting was called to order

by President Sue Gray with 12 members attending. During the Business meeting, membership was emphasized by President Gray. She told members that there were a number of resources online for members to use that

would give ideas on how to find new members and retain current members.

It was encouraged that current members reach out to members who have let their membership go inactive to see if we could encourage them to return to active status.

President Gray read the president’s letter which reflected back on the activities of the Chapter in the past year.

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Squires’ Stroud wins semi-state title

2 Wabash wrestlers advance to state

By Eric Christiansen echristiansen@nmpaper.com

FORT WAYNE — Manchester’s Dylan Stroud remained undefeated in his quest for a state championship after winning the 126 pound weight class at the New Haven SemiState Saturday, Feb. 15.

Stroud was the only Squire to advance to state while Wabash will have two representatives this weekend in Indianapolis.

Stroud (39-0) gave up just three points in his semi-state run.

He started the day with a pin over Landon Roy from West Noble followed by a 7-0 win over Bellmont’s Litchfield to clinch a spot at state. The Squire sophomore won his semifinal match 8-3 over Delta’s Payne Blackburn then outlasted Bluffton’s undefeated Landon Bertsch 3-0 in the championship match.

Wabash’s Ethan Higgins (32-3) finished fourth at 120 pounds, good enough for a spot at state.

Higgins opened the day with a 14-3 win over Leo’s Mike Kallamani from Jimtown then earned his trip to Indianapolis with a win over Leo’s Jacob Veatch 7-3. He lost his semifinal match by major decision 9-1 to Angola’s Jett Boots and was pinned by Delta’s John Robinson 1-0.

The Apache’s Grant Warmuth (29-7) placed fourth at 220 pounds. The junior won his first match of the day with a 7-5 win over Keegan Miller of Eastside with his final two points coming right before the final buzzer. He then clinched a spot at state with a 12-4 major decision over Elkhart Central’s Sea Davis. Warmuth lost in the semifinals to Norwell’s Cale Gray by pin in 4:45 and lost to Oak Hill’s Fred

Durben by major decision 9-0.

Manchester had four wrestlers competing at semi-state but didn’t advance.

Bryce Kamphues (285 pounds) won his first match against Luke Miller of Bishop Luers 7-0 then lost to top-seed and undefeated Logan Swallow from Monroe Central 1-0.

Kamphues ended his senior season with a 25-3 record.

Manchester’s Elijah Burlingame (28-10) lost his opening match to Norwell’s Tonner Johnson 7-2 at 132 pounds, while Trescott Duffy (12-9) lost at 160 pounds to Snider’s Jacob Kreager by pin in 1:17, and Ashton Moore (32-5) lost at 195 pounds to Fremont’s RJ Dillbone by major decision 11-4.

For Wabash, Jared Brooks (29-6) lost to Homestead’s Thomas Herman by pin in 4:33, Anthony Long (20-9) lost to Eric Garcia of Elkhart Central 7-4 at 126 pounds, Traydon Goodwin (17-16) lost to Cody McCune of Huntington North by pin in 3:21 at 152 pounds, Grant Carandante (24-9) lost to Columbia City’s Jackson Pettigrew by major decision 11-3 at 160 pounds, and Chat Wyatt Jr. (25-8) lost to Ibrahim Khoaucha of Northridge by pin in :30.

Northfield’s Logan Cox (24-7) ended his season with a loss by pin to Northwood’s Jaden Miller at 195 pounds.

The IHSAA State Finals will be Friday, Feb. 21 for all firstround matches at 6 p.m. at Banker’s Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Firstround winners advance to Saturday’s final three rounds for each wrestler beginning with quarterfinals and semifinals at 9:30 a.m., consolations at 5 p.m. and championship matches at 7:30 p.m.

Manchester’s Dylan Stroud (top photo) won the 126 pound weight class at the IHSAA New Haven Semi-State to remain undefeated at 39-0 heading to the State Finals this weekend.

Wabash’s Ethan Higgins (middle photo) gets a takedown in his win over Jimtown in the 120 pound weight class at the IHSAA New Haven Semi-State Saturday, Feb. 15 on his way to earning a berth at the State Finals this weekend In Indianapolis.

Wabash Apache wrestler Grant Warmuth (bottom photo) advanced to the IHSAA State Finals by winning his first two matches at semistate Saturday, Feb. 15. Photos by Eric Christiansen

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Lady Norse fall in regional final

By Eric Christiansen echristiansen@nmp aper.com

SHARPSVILLE — In an instant the dream ended.

Blue River Valley led Northfield 37-34 with the Norse in possession of the ball with 21 seconds left in regulation of the regional championship game Saturday, Feb. 15.

After a Northfield time out, the Norse worked the ball around for a gametying three-pointer.

Kenzie Baer inbounded the ball to Emma Hoover who found Fayth Leming outside the arc. Leming let the ball fly with eight seconds remaining but her shot went inand-out and Blue River Valley grabbed the rebound and a 3934 win.

Blue River Valley looked like they were going to run away with the game taking an 8-0 lead in the first three minutes.

The Norse found their groove scoring the final nine points of the game with four different players scoring to take a 9-8 lead.

After briefly giving up the lead to start the second quarter

Northfield’s Addi Baker scored five straight points including a threepointer for a 14-8 Norse lead. The Vikings battled back to lead 15-14 with 5:44 left in the half but Baker went to work scoring the next five points to give Northfield a 19-15 lead with 2:52 left.

Kearston Stout made it a 22-15 lead with 2:11 remaining and the Norse led 2216 at halftime.

Northfield continued to lead over the first four minutes of the third quarter but the Vikings used a 5-0 run to take a 29-26 lead before Leming hit a three to tie it up at 29-29.

Blue River Valley took a 32-31 lead into the fourth quarter but Emma Hoover nailed a three-pointer with 6:44 left to give the Norse a 34-32 lead.

The Viking’s Ally Madden scored her 20th point of the game with a basket at the 5:39 mark to tie it at 34-34 before the game slowed down.

Madden gave Blue River Valley a 36-34 lead with 2:55 left, then Mallory Cross added a free throw with 46 seconds remaining, leading to

the final plays of the game.

Stout led the Norse with nine points, Baker and Baer each had seven points, Hoover had six, Leming had three and Addi Rosen added two.

Northfield ends the season with a 20-7 record including a share of the Three Rivers Conference title, a Wabash County Tournament championship and a sectional championship.

First round Northfield 66, Daleville 45 The Norse had no problem with Daleville in the opening game running away with a 66-45 win.

Out of the gate, Northfield showed its dominance on both ends of the floor, taking an 11-4 early lead.

Northfield took complete control of the game outscoring Daleville 12-4 after the Bronco time out to take a 23-8 lead after the first quarter.

Riding the hot shooting of Baer who scored 17 points in the first half, Northfield took a 4020 lead into the locker room at halftime.

Things slowed

Northfield’s Emma Hoover works to get around Blue River Valley’s Samanta Loveless during the fourth quarter of the Tri-Central regional championship game Saturday night. Photo by Joseph Slacian down in the third quarter with the Norse taking a 53-32 lead heading to the

fourth quarter where it was just a formality in the 21-point win.

Baer led Northfield

with 22 points while Stout had 16, Baker added 15, Hoover had eight, Leming had

three and Pennington added two.

Knights, Squires fall; Apaches win 2 over weekend

By The Paper staff

The outcome of the boys basketball game between Maconaquah and Southwood wasn’t in doubt after the first few minutes of the Brave’s 77-42 win over the Knights Friday, Feb. 14.

Maconaquah led 226 after the first quarter of play with a barrage of three-pointers and never looked back. The Braves outscored Southwood 18-11 in the second quarter, 22-15 in the third and 15-10 in the fourth.

“Of all the positives that we could list from the game, the one that I value the most is that we came out in the second half and set the tone again,” Maconaquah head coach Tim Maiben said.

Brayden Betzner led the Braves with 21 points, followed by Cole Borden with 15, Hayden Maiben with 14, Sam Bourne with 13 and Nolan Kelley with nine. Borden also pulled down 12 rebounds.

For the Knights, Carson Rich led the way with 12 points and four rebounds, Connor Rich had seven points, four rebounds, four asissts and five steals, Logan Barley seven points and two rebounds, Cole Winer had six points and three rebounds, Dawson Filip had four points and three rebounds, Chase Lopez had three points, Jason Oprisek had two points, and Isaiah Sutton had one point.

Jackson Simons had eight rebounds while Gabe Lloyd had three rebounds, and Kaden

Rody had one rebound.

Maconaquah improved to 6-11 with the win and 4-2 in the Three Rivers Conference. They travel to Manchester Friday, Feb. 21 and host Culver Academy Saturday, Feb. 22.

Southwood dropped to 7-11 and 4-4 in the TRC. The Knights travel to Northfield Friday, Feb. 21.

Peru 78, Manchester 47 Peru used an inside-outside combination that proved too much for the Manchester Squires as the Tigers claimed a 78-47 Three Rivers Conference win over the Squires Friday, Feb. 14.

The Tigers jumped out to an early 10-4 with a three-pointer from Matthew Ross and two baskets by Treyden Curtis. The

Squires responded with baskets from Kreeden Krull and Thane Creager, both on assists from Weston Hamby to cut the lead to 10-8.

A three-pointer from Peru’s Michael Chandler and an inside jumper by Daunte Majors gave Peru a 15-8 lead at the end of the first quarter.

The Squires kept it close in the second quarter with threepointers from Creager and Caleb Stout and a drive from Hamby to cut the Tiger lead to 17-16 with 5:27 remaining in the half.

The Tigers answered with a 12-3 run over the next five minutes to take a 3119 lead before Hamby scored on a drive in the final seconds to cut it to 31-21 at halftime.

After Townsend opened the second half with a threepointer for a 34-21 lead, Manchester went on an 8-2 run to cut the lead to 36-29.

Peru held a 43-31 lead before Stout hit another three-pointer with 3:15 left in the third, but it was all Peru after that.

Final statistics were not available.

Peru improved to 14-5 overall and 6-1 in the Three Rivers Conference while Manchester dropped to 9-9 and 4-3 in conference play.

Peru hosts Rochester Friday, Feb. 21 for a TRC contest and travels to Taylor Saturday, Feb. 22.

Both JV games tip off at 6:15 p.m.

Wabash 45 Rochester 44 In a tight game throughout, the Wabash Apaches

pulled out a 45-44 win at Rochester Friday, Feb. 14 to remain unbeaten in TRC play.

Elijah Vander Velden led the Apaches with 10 points, six blocks and four rebounds, while Joe Leland had nine points, Jared Holley had seven points and six rebounds, Trenton Daughtry had six points and two steals, Kallen Kelsheimer had five points, four rebounds and two assists.

Jasper Walters had four points, three rebounds and three steals, Dereck Vogel had two points, four rebounds and two assists, and Bryant Boggs had two points and one assist.

The JV team defeated Rochester 55-47.

Andrew Dinkins led the Apaches with 17 points and six rebounds, Dave Ford

had 13 points and eight rebounds, and Colten Learned had eight points, six rebounds and four assists.

Wabash 49, Warsaw 45 Completing and busy weekend, the Apaches pulled out a big 49-45 win over Warsaw Saturday, Feb. 15.

Daughtry had a big game with 22 points and three rebounds, followed by Vander Velden with 12 points, eight rebounds and five blocks, Holley with five points and four rebounds, Vogel with four points, five rebounds, four assists and four steals, Kelsheimer with two points and four rebounds, Walters with two points and one rebound and Leland with two points and two assists.

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Donald E. Goff, 91

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Enjoyed woodworking

Army veteran

Avid Colts fan

Oct. 2, 1930 – Feb. 13, 2020

May 21, 1928 – Feb. 14, 2020

July 4, 1943 – Feb. 11, 2020

Sammie Howard Jr., 89, North Manchester passed away at 4:20 a.m. on Feb. 13, 2020 at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester.

On Oct. 2, 1930, Sammie was born to Sammie and Stella Mae (Whitaker) Howard in Salyersville, Ky. Sam was a follower of Christ and loved God his father. He was a member of the North Manchester Missionary Church and loved his church family as well.

He spent the majority of his work career at Ford Meter Box Company in Wabash where he worked in setup and as assistant foreman. When Sam wasn’t working, he enjoyed watching all sorts of sports, cheering on his favorite teams: the Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Browns, and Kentucky Wildcat Basketball. In addition, Sam enjoyed woodworking for decades and especially enjoyed making cradles for his grandchildren and large bird and squirrel feeders as well. His love of animals showed later in life through his dog Benji and Animal Planet TV, which became his favorite channel to watch at night.

Sam also loved his country and was a proud, patriotic veteran serving in the US Army, stationed in Korea, during the Korean War. Most of all Sam loved his family. He was a husband to the love of his life Sylvia for 57 years before her passing, and was a proud parent, grandparent and great grandparent as well. His favorite times were spent enjoying quality time talking, playing and joking around with all members of his family.He will be remembered for his kindness, compassion, and loving spirit.

The memory of Sammie Howard Jr. will be forever cherished by his son, Sammie E. (Sharon) Howard, Midland, Mich.; four daughters, Sue E. Howard, Rita M. (Steven McClure) Howard, Pamela K. Howard, Sheila A. (Mark) Hann all of North Manchester; seven grandchildren, Chad Betten of Brevard, N.C., Chris Betten, Ian Hann, Cody Hann all of North Manchester, Doug Betten of Rochester, Madison Howard of Grand Rapids, Mich., Skylar Howard of Midland, Mich.; seven great-grandchildren, Bryce Betten, Abbigail Betten, Allison Betten, Gavin Betten, Elin Betten, Jevin Rhoades, Jacey Rhoades. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

Calling was Monday, Feb. 17, 2020 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Funeral services for Sammie Howard Jr. were Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020 at McKee Mortuary. Reverend Ken Sistrunk officiated the service and burial was at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Sammie Howard Jr, memorial contributions may be made to the North Manchester Missionary Church, 806 State Road 114, North Manchester, Indiana 46962.

Arrangements are entrusted to McKee Mortuary.

Donald E. Goff, 91, of Wabash, died at 1:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. He was born May 21, 1928 in Marion to Roger and Hazel (Watson) Goff.

Donald was a 1946 graduate of Chippewa High School. He married Helenjean Biltz at the St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash on Aug. 26, 1950. He was a U.S. Army veteran and ran a truck crane in Korea.

Donald was a selfemployed heavy equipment operator and an excavating contractor. He was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash, and the Warsaw American Legion Post 49. He enjoyed antiquing, restoring old machinery, and especially loved his family.

He is survived by his wife, Helenjean Goff and son, Steven Michael (Donna) Goff, both of Wabash; three grandchildren, Indiana Supreme Court Justice Christopher (Raquel) Goff of Brownsburg, Ella (Davin) Smith of Roanoke, and Margaret (Scott) Hare of Chapel Hill, Tenn.; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 greatgreat-grandchildren; and his brother, Maurice (Vickie) Goff of Richvalley.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Raymond, Charles, and Jerry Goff.

A funeral mass was Wednesday, Feb. 19, at St. Bernard Catholic Church, Wabash. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Calling was Tuesday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with a rosary service at 6:30 p.m.

Preferred memorial is St. Bernard Catholic Church.

The memorial guest book for Donald may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Dessie Sturgeon, 106

Vernon Loy Pratt, 76, of rural Wabash, died at 12:18 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born July 4, 1943 in Wabash, to Walter and Mary (Lewis) Pratt.

Vernon married Ada M. Creecy in Centerville, Mich. on Aug. 29, 1961. He worked at General Tire/Trelleborg in Wabash and Peru, retiring after 41 years, and also worked 15 years at Crystal Flash in Wabash.

Vernon was a member of the Church of Christ at Treaty.

He enjoyed listening to music, watching Fox News, and being with his family. Vernon was an avid IU Basketball and Indianapolis Colts fan.

He is survived by his Wife, Ada Pratt of Wabash; two children, Mark (Becky) Pratt of Wabash, and Diana (Charlie) Hunt of LaFontaine; five grandchildren, Brittany (Ben) Brubaker and Amanda (Mikey) Stevenson, both of Wabash, Emma Hunt of LaFontaine, Cassandra Diskey and Chase Hunt, both of Wabash; seven great grandchildren; brother, Herbert Pratt of Bluefield, W. Va.; and two sisters, Marilyn (Max) Benson of Princeton, W. Va., and Janice (Gerry) Brakkee of Calif.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kenneth Pratt; and grandson, Logan Hunt.

Visitation and funeral services were Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with Ryan Weaver and Leon Kirk officiating.

Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash.

Preferred memorial is the family of Vernon Pratt, for expenses.

The memorial guest book for Vernon may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Bonnie Jean Hall, 75

Enjoyed oil painting

Beloved sister

Nov. 1, 1913 – Feb. 13, 2020

Dec. 18, 1944 – Feb. 5, 2020

Dessie Sturgeon, 106, of Wabash, died at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, at Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Center in Wabash. She was born Nov. 1, 1913, in Monroe to David J. and Mary (Schwartz) Mazelin.

Dessie was a 1931 graduate of Monroe High School in Adams County. She first married Lawrence Wolpert in Decatur on June 24, 1932; he died July 11, 1947. She then married Henry Thomas “Tom” Sturgeon in Winchester on June 26, 1950; he died on July 13, 2011. Dessie was a member of Wabash Presbyterian Church and enjoyed crewel and shell working, and oil painting. After retiring she and her husband, spent 26 years at their winter home in Fort Myers, Fla. She had been a resident at Autumn Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center since Aug. of 2011.

She is survived by three children, Ruth (Allen) Marshall of Lexington, Ky, Richard Wolpert of Houston, Texas, and Donald Wolpert of White Marsh, Va.; 7 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 8 great great-grandchildren; and her sister, Arveda Monnier of Indianapolis. She was also preceded in death by one brother and two sisters.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. with Rev. Jonathan Cornell officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash.

Friends may call one hour prior to the service, Saturday at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is the Wabash Presbyterian Church.

The memorial guest book for Dessie may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Bonnie Jean Hall, 75, of New York passed away Feb. 5, 2020.

She was born in Wabash on Dec. 18, 1944 to Ernest and Willetta Hall.

She is survived by two sisters, Sue Worden of Peru and Connie McLeod of Fountain Inn, S.C.; and a sister in law, Dee Hall of New Baltimore, Mich. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Charles Hall and Inez Higdon, and brother in law Jim Higdon.

There will be no visitation.

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E. Pauline Miller, 94

Jon. W. Guenin, 77

Enjoyed camping

Avid golfer

Rebuilt antique cars

Jan. 19, 1943 – Feb. 16, 2020

March 29, 1941 – Feb. 15, 2020

Sept. 11, 1925 – Feb. 16, 2020 E. Pauline Miller, 94, North Manchester, passed away on Feb. 16, 2020 at Parkview Hospital Randallia, Fort Wayne. One of nine children, Pauline was born on Sept. 11, 1925 in Flint, Mich., to Daniel A. and Anna M. (Miller) Fingerle.

On Nov. 19, 1944, Pauline married Ralph W. Miller. He passed away on June 16, 2008.

Pauline was a loving and caring person who did so much for everyone and, despite her physical limitations, continuously tried to help. She enjoyed reading, camping at Collamer and other various places, and baking for her family and others. Most of all, Pauline loved to spend time with family and play games like Skip Bo with her grandchildren. Additionally, Pauline was a member of the Old German Baptist Brethren Church, North Manchester, and her faith got her through the tough times in life.

The loving memory of E. Pauline Miller is cherished by her son, William “Bill” (Marsha) Miller, North Manchester; two brothers, Kenneth Fingerle of Manchester, Tenn. and Chester Fingerle, North Manchester; two sisters, Elsie Geiser and Doris Kelsey, both of North Manchester; ten grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. Pauline is preceded in death by her husband; one son, Robert W. Miller; one daughter, Deanna F. Newton; three brothers, Marvin Fingerle, Donald Fingerle, and Robert Fingerle; and one sister, Dortha Fingerle.

Family and friends may call Thursday, Feb. 20, from 2 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Old German Baptist Brethren Church,North Manchester. Funeral services are Friday, Feb. 21, at 10 a.m. at the Old German Baptist Brethren Church. The Home Brethren will officiate. Burial will be at the Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery, North Manchester.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wabash County Cancer Society, P.O. Box 144, North Manchester.

Arrangements are entrusted to McKee Mortuary.

Jon W. Guenin, 77, of LaFontaine, passed away at 4:56 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020, at his home. He was born on Jan. 19, 1943, in Marion, to the late Wayne E. and Dorothy (Spencer) Guenin.

Jon was a 1962 graduate of Marion High School. Jon married Karen Schaper on Nov. 26, 1964. He worked for the Coca-Cola Factory and retired from Preferred Technical Group. Jon was member of the St. James Lutheran Church in Marion. Jon was an avid golfer at Etna Acres and Shady Hills.

Jon is survived by his wife, Karen, of LaFontaine; two sons, Jon E. Guenin, of Lafayette and Ethan W. Guenin, of Altus, Okla.; one daughter, Michelle E. (Guadalupe) Sanchez, of Marion; three brothers, Glenn Guenin, of Lincolnville, Gordon (Julie) Guenin, of LaFontaine and Gary Guenin, of Wabash; seven grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Heiddii K. Guenin; one brother and one sister.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, 2020 at St. James Lutheran Church, 1206 N. Miller Avenue, Marion, with Pastor Randy Glander as the officiant. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4 - 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20 at St. James Lutheran Church in Marion.

Funeral services have been entrusted to McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Judith Etling, 79

Ralph Banter, 78

Ralph Edward Banter, 78, of LaFontaine, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020 at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Ralph was born on March 29, 1941 in Milo, the son of Ora and Hilda (Chenoweth) Banter.

He graduated from Jefferson Township High School in Huntington County in 1961 and then continued his studies as a machinist under the direction of Walter Elliott in Ossian.

He married Margaret Moorman on Sept. 10, 1961 in Banquo. Ralph was employed at Ossian Paper Co., Byrd Lumber, and Eagle Lumber in Marion before owning his own businesses Banter Machine and Banter Bros. Tractor Pulling.

He was a member of NTPA WPI, having served as Vice President for many years and having won many titles and championships. He also served as Director and Treasurer of Indiana Pullers Inc. After retirement he rebuilt antique vehicles and was a member of the Differentials Car Club. His most important membership was with Banquo Christian Church, where he served as a deacon and trustee.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Margaret Banter of LaFontaine; a daughter, Sherry (Terry) Knight of Van Buren; and brothers Ira Banter of Van Buren, David (Jorita) Banter of Huntington, and Michael (Judy) Banter of Marion. Also surviving are grandchildren Kristen (Brent) Freiburger of Fairbanks, Alaska, Shannon (Brian) Eddie of Montclair, Va., Megan (Ben) Whitaker of Wabash, Erin (Arjun) Bhalla of Fishers, and Matthew Knight of Van Buren; great grandchildren Aydan LaFond, Kyen Freiburger, Theodore Eddie, Elijah Eddie, Thomas Eddie, Lela Eddie, Maci Whitaker, Natalie Whitaker, and Benjamin Whitaker; and nieces Kim Banter of Huntington, Heather (Rich) Holmes of Indianapolis, and Heidi (Aaron) Bleich of Carmel. He is preceded in death by his parents; a nephew, Steve Banter; and a sisterin-law, Martha Banter.

Visitation was from 2 – 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020 at Bailey-Love Mortuary, Huntington. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020 at Bailey-Love Mortuary with Pastor Harold Smith officiating. There will be one hour of visitation prior to the service. Burial will be in Gardens of Memory in Huntington County.

Preferred memorials are to Banquo Christian Church or Cancer Services for Huntington County, in care of Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, Indiana, 46750.

Please sign the online guestbook at www.baileylove.com. Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of Ralph Edward Banter.

Lawrence Sims

Enjoyed watching Bob Ross

Worked for Boeing

April 18, 1940 – Feb. 11, 2020

Sept. 16, 1951 – Feb. 11, 2020

Judith Elaine Etling, 79, of Wabash, died at 9:55 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, at her home. She was born April 18, 1940, in Wabash, to Bert Brothers Sr and Gladys (Metzger) Fisher.

Judy was a graduate of Wabash High School.

She married Lyle R. “Tom Freeman” Etling in Wabash on June 21, 1959; he died November 23, 2001.

She was a homemaker. Judy enjoyed watching Bob Ross Painting and the Price is Right on television, and listening to country and gospel music.

She is survived by four children, Kevin (Rhonda) Etling of Wabash, Lisa (Greg Steed) Unger of Markle, Patty Etling of Peru, and Jenny (Tracy) White of Wabash; 14 grandchildren; 28 greatgrandchildren; brother, Bert (Lora) Brothers, Jr. of North Glenn, Colo.; sister, Jackie Smith, and her sister-in-law, Dottie (Ken) Smith, both of Wabash.

She was also preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services were Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with David Phillips officiating. Burial was in Friends Cemetery, Wabash. Friends was Monday at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Heart to Heart Hospice.

The memorial guest book for Judy may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Lawrence “Larry” Craig Sims died at 11:25 a.m. Feb. 11, 2020.

He was born Sept. 16, 1951. in Pittsburgh, Pa. There will be no services at this time.

Arrangements are entrusted to McKee Mortuary.

Linda Hamilton, 70 Enjoyed gardening April 12, 1949 – Feb. 11, 2020 Linda Kay Hamilton, 70, Silver Lake, died Feb. 11, 2020.

She was born April 12, 1949.

Services were Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020, at Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake.

Arrangements are entrusted to McKee Mortuary.

Patsy Rittenhouse, 83 Worked at New Haven Middle School April 22, 1936 – Feb. 11, 2020 Patsy Rittenhouse, 83, Fort Wayne, passed away Feb. 11, 2020.

Visitation was Feb. 14 at New Haven United Methodist Church.

Service was Feb. 15 at Oak Lawn Cemetery, North Manchester.

McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

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Police and fire reports Wabash Police Department Citations Feb. 11 Eldon R. Maly, 70, LaFontaine, cited for driving while suspended.

Mark. A. Pike, 57, Wabash cited for driving while suspended and expired plates.

Craig D. Ansel, 51, Wabash cited for driving while suspended.

Bradley H. Saunders, 47, Wabash cited for speed.

Feb. 12 Michael L. Abbott, 39, Muncie, cited for driving while suspended.

Angel D. Lane, 45, Lagro cited for disregarding an automatic traffic signal.

Bookings Feb. 11 Zachary P. Drudge, 28, Wabash charged with dealing narcotic drugs and dealing methamphetamine.

Andrew S. Conliff, 21, Wabash charged with failure to appear on two counts of conversion and operating while never licensed.

Joshua A. Miller, 39, Wabash charged with violation of pretrial release and possession of marijuana and syringe.

Feb. 12 Jamie M. Hobbs, 43, New Castle, charged with failure to appear on a count of neglect of a dependent.

Feb. 14 Richard D. Smith, 29, Wabash charged with failure to appear, possession of a syringe, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of a controlled substance.

Feb. 15 Ben P. Adams, 43, North Manchester charged with disorderly conduct and resisting law enforcement.

Feb. 16

Nicholas W. Palmer, 36, Wabash charged with speed, operating while intoxicated over .15 percent and operating while intoxicated refusal.

Shanna L. Lucas, 34, Andrews, charged with two counts of theft, possession of paraphernalia and possession of a controlled substance.

Jamie L. Shelton, 24, Wabash charged with possession of paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of a syringe.

Accidents Feb. 12 At 3:46 p.m., a vehicle driven by Todd Murphy, 52, Wabash collided with a vehicle driven by Thomas L. Winget, 50, Wabash on State Road 15 North near Harrison Avenue.

Feb. 13 At 9:56 a.m., a vehicle driven by Angela M. Rutz, 45, Wabash collided with a vehicle driven by Margaret E. King, 53, Wabash on Mill Street near Market Street.

At 4:36 p.m., a vehicle driven by Anna M. Persinger, 24, Wabash collided with a vehicle driven by Heather A. Rhudy, 31, North Manchester at 1655 South Cass Street.

At 4:54 p.m., a vehicle driven by Peydon L. Bennett, 27, Marion collided with a vehicle driven by James A. Dolmanet II, 22, Wabash at 1679 North Cass Street.

Feb. 14 At 8:24 p.m., a vehicle driven by Dylan L. Bowman, 17, Tilghman, Md. collided with a parked car on Allen Street near Manchester Avenue.

Feb. 16 At 3:55 p.m., a vehicle driven by

Cameron J. Hanaway, 21, Peru collided with a vehicle driven by Leslie L. Frost, 21, Swayzee on North Cass Street near West Harrison Avenue.

Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Citations Feb. 9 Douglas K. Smith, 67, Zionsville, cited for speed.

Feb. 10 Hugh R. McSkimming, Peru, cited for failure to yield right turn.

Bradley G. Busch, Greenwood, S.C., cited for false and fictitious registration.

Feb. 15 Warren R. Loos, Camp Point, Ill., cited for disregarding an automatic traffic signal.

Brodie M. Smith, 17, Wabash, cited for speed.

Accidents Jan. 28 At 2:25 p.m., a vehicle driven by Hailey M. Chezick, 18, Wabash collided with a vehicle driven by Keith L. Prosser, 60, Wabash on State Road 124 near County Road 600 East.

Feb. 7 At 10:35 a.m., a vehicle driven by Alexandria K. Foster, 25, Lafayette collided with a vehicle driven

by James A. Miller Jr., 37, Twelve Mile on U.S. 24 East near State Road 13.

At 6:24 p.m., a vehicle driven by Nerecia S. Taylor, Indianapolis collided with a deer on State Road 15 near County Road 1000 North.

Feb. 8 At 5:32 a.m., a vehicle driven by David L. Horvath, 40, Rochester collided with a deer on County Road 1100 South near County Road 700

Sharp Creek honor roll corrected

Officials from Sharp Creek Elementary School have announced students who were on honor roll in grade five for the second quarter of the 2019-20 school year. Some students were not recognized in the previous printing, Officials of The Paper of Wabash County apologize for the error.

Those earning hon-

ors, not mentioned previously were: All A Honor Roll 5th Grade: Aliana Arney, Chloe Baughter, Emily Bever, Cail Black, Amarah Bowers, Claire Brainard, Hayden Copeland, Nicholas Cowan, Keeshia Dacuba, Ayla Dale, Caleb Dubois, Allison Edmond, Nichole Fisher, Tyce Frank, Emme Hanes,

Laney Haupert, Vivian Houpert, Millie Higgins, Ethan Hoover, Faith Krom, Ashlyn Macy, Taylor Manuel, Hayden Martin, Saige Martin, Landon Mast, Jackson Mercer, Mikayla Meyer, Zoey Music, Kourtland Pratt, Kendra Rife, Holten Satterthwaite, Addison Sorg, Kiana Stevens, Mallory Tart.

West.

At 9:58 p.m., a vehicle driven by William W. Guenin, 21, LaFontaine, struck an item on Kendall Street near Main Street.

Feb. 9 At 6:24 p.m., a vehicle driven by Ivan T. Velasquez, 22, Warsaw collided with a deer on State Road 15 near County Road 1400 North.

Feb. 10 At 2:59 p.m., a vehicle driven by Stephanie M. Overbey, 44, Silver Lake ran off the road on County Road 700 West near County Road 500 North.

Feb. 11 At 7:13 p.m., a vehicle driven by Abiola O. Kosile, 37, Indianapolis collided with a deer on State Road 15 near County Road 800 North.

Feb. 12 At 6:22 p.m., a vehicle driven by Ash R. Heitz, 19, Wabash ran off the road on County Road 300 East near County Road 400 North.

At 7:02 p.m., a vehicle driven by Erica L. Moore, 35, Roann ran off the road on

Angling Road near State Road 15.

Feb. 13 At 6 a.m., a vehicle driven by Joseph G. Hidy, 42, Wabash ran off the road on State Road 15 near County Road 1050 North.

At 4:03 p.m., a vehicle driven by Ryan S. Reagan, 21, Indianapolis ran off the road on State Road 13 near State Road 124.

At 10:30 p.m., a vehicle driven by Aidan W. Gohring, 16, Wabash ran off the road on County Road 700 West near County Road 100 South.

Feb. 16 At 5:29 p.m., a vehicle driven by Marlin D. Stacy, 54, Huntington ran off the road on America Road near County Road 500 South.

North Manchester Citations Feb. 10 Charles A. Richardson, 36, Syracuse cited for speed.

Kelly D. Ratliff, 47, North Manchester cited for driving while suspended.

Man convicted in escape case Keith E. Wright Jr., 39, was convicted on Feb. 11, 2020 in the Wabash Circuit Court following a one day jury trial.

The jury found Wright guilty of escape, a Level 5 felony. The case has been set for sentencing on March 9, 2020.

The allegations in the case were that on Sept. 24, 2019, Wright was served with an arrest warrant in the Wabash County Judicial Annex and fled from lawful

detention prior to be taken to the Wabash County Jail for processing. The case was investigated by Officer Nick Brubaker of the Wabash City Police Department and Officer Chris Palmer, Wabash County Court Security Officer.

Wabash County Prosecutor William C. Hartley Jr. represented the State of Indiana and the defendant was represented

by Attorney Elden Stoops.

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Vera “Maxine” Baker, 83 Former Clerk-Treasurer for Lagro July 27, 1936 – Feb. 16, 2020 Vera “Maxine” Baker, 83, of Wabash, formerly of Lagro, died at 11:56 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was born July 27, 1936 in Marianna, Ark. to William Franklin and Mollie Belle (Oxner) James.

Maxine married Ronald L. Baker in Las Cruces, N.M. on April 27, 1954; he died March 4, 2005. She was the Clerk-Treasurer for the Town of Lagro, retiring after 38 years. Maxine was a member of the Indiana League of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers, The National Association of ClerkTreasurers, Wabash County Republican Women’s Club, and vice chairman of the Lagro Precinct No. 2. She was a member of the Century Club, a 61 year member of the Lagro American Legion Auxiliary, previously she also served for more than 25 years as secretary of the Wabash County Area Five Council on Aging. Maxine also served as the Treasurer for the Metro/Lagro Summer Baseball League and financial officer for the Lagro Good Ole Days Festival Committee. She was awarded the 2007 Clerk-Treasurer of the Year award from the Alliance of Indiana Rural Water during its annual conference in Bloomington. She enjoyed volunteering at the local community center, spending time with her family, reading, solving crossword and sudoku puzzles, knitting, crocheting, scrap-booking, and making holiday treats for family and friends.

She is survived by three children, Ron Baker of Casa Grande, Ariz., Rick Baker of Wabash, and Robbi (Jeff) LaSalle of Peru; seven grandchildren, Brent (Allison) Baker of New Palestine, Ryan (Gina) Baker of Wabash, Calen Baker of Bloomington, Gerad (Esperanza) Baker of Casa Grande, Ariz., Justin Baker of Houma, La.; Megan (Chris) Prater of Martinsville, and Mandy Buttry of Bloomington; 8 great grandchildren; three sisters, Sybil (Mike) New of Bloomfield, Gracie (Charles) Bohall of Owensburg, and Annie (Jeff) Ross of Wabash; and her sister-in-law, Rose Thayer of Bloomington. She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Rory Baker who died in 1966; and her brother, Roy Van James.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with Pastor Tim Prater officiating. Friends may call 3-8 p.m. Saturday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Lagro Canal Foundation Fund c/o Community Foundation of Wabash County.

The memorial guest book for Maxine may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

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Wabash Elks plan benefit for Daniel’s Place The Wabash Elks Lodge will host a benefit trivia night for Daniel’s Place at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21.

Daniel’s Place makes available quality care for people with disabilities; providing respite for their care givers and enhancing the quality of life for the entire family.

Cost is $10.00 per person. Teams consist up to 10 people. Ten rounds of trivia plus several fun games are planned.

A potato bar with all the toppings will be available that night beginning at 5:30 p.m. for $6 a person.

The Elks Lodge is located at 225 W. Main St. in Wabash.

LIZ’S UNEXPECTED JOURNEY BENEFIT MEAL: A fundraiser for Elizabeth Schilling, a Manchester High school graduate who is fighting a brain tumor will be on Friday, Feb 21 from 58 p.m. at the Manchester High School. Cost is $10/meal; dine in or carry out. Menu includes pork loin, mash potatoes, salad,

dessert, and drink.

There will be T-shirts sold to support Liz for $20 each. Pre-sale of tickets at Rhinestone and Roses. Tickets also available at the door.

REICHENBACH NAMED DAR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: The 2019-20 DAR Good Citizens were recognized; Emma Grace Wynn, Northfield Jr-Sr High School and Samuel Reichenbach, Manchester Jr-Sr High School. The DAR Good Citizens Program and Scholarship consists of two parts. Part one describes the senior student, a grade transcript and two letters of recommendation. Part two is a timed essay on the

title: Our American Heritage and Our Responsibility for Preserving It; Focus Question: “You and your peers are our nation’s leaders of tomorrow. How would you energize America’s youth to fully engage as effective citizens? Why is that Important?”

Each candidate presented their 550-word essay.

Three non-DAR judges selected Reichenbach to represent the Frances Slocum Chapter, of Wabash County, in the state competition.

The state winner will be announced on May 17 at the DAR Awards Day Luncheon in Indianapolis.

The monthly program was the Miami Nation of Indians of the State of Indiana, Inc. presented by Shawn Dunnagan, spiritual leader of the Council. The Indiana Miami Nation is no longer a Federally recognized tribe. Shawn shared the long struggle the nation has worked to regain that recognition. The next meeting of the Frances Slocum Chapter will

be March 10 at the Grandstaff-Hentgen Activity Room, Wabash. Prospective members and guests are always welcome to attend. DAR membership is open to any woman 18 years of age, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution.

Those having questions about their family history lineage information may contact www.dar.org or Linda Thompson at 260-563-4661 or Barbara Amiss at 260982-4376.

WABASH COUNTY STUDENTS ON MU FALL DEA’S LIST: A total of 389 students engaged in study at Manchester University are on the fall 2019 Dean’s List.

Students earning a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher who have completed at least 12 semester hours with no more than three hours of pass/not pass grades are included on the Dean’s List. Students from your county on the list: North Manchester: Ava Barefoot, history and Spanish; Tasha

Brubaker, environmental studies; Karly Eichenauer, biologychemistry; Lucas Helton, marketing; Chloe Leckrone, peace studies; Emily Lynn, music and French; Benjamin Nesler, elementary education; Gage Sheppard, accounting; Elijah Smith, history; Hallie Sorg, biology-chemistry; Alyssa Spann, elementary education: mild interventions; Austin Wieland, elementary education.

From Wabash: Madeline Dazey, social work; Jasper Donaldson, business management;

Kaitlynn Still, marketing; Marcus Zwiebel, English KIWANIS ROSE SALE: North Manchester Kiwanis Club members are selling roses to benefit youth in our Community, State, Nation and World.

Cost is $20 for one dozen roses in your choice of Red, Yellow, Pink, or White.

Orders due by Tuesday, Mar 3 and will be delivered on Thursday, Mar 19.

Contac Joe Accetta at 260-615-0073 to place an order or for more information.

GRIEFSHARE SUPPORT GROUP: The winter session of GriefShare will begin on Wednesday, Feb 12 from 6:30-8 p.m.

McKee Mortuary, Inc and the Congregational Christian Church have partnered together to offer the community GriefShare, a 13 week session of discussion, video seminars and individual work to guide those dealing with the loss of a loved one.

Participant will need to purchase a workbook at a cost of $15.

Scholarships are available for those who need. The church is located at 310 N. Walnut Street.

Please contact the

church at 260-982-2882 for more information or to register.

MANCHESTER MEALS-ONWHEELS provides meals as planned and prepared by the dietary staff at Timbercrest Senior Living Center in North Manchester.

The meals are prepared according to the dietary needs, as recommended by their physician. Each weekday between 11 a.m. and 12 noon a hot lunch and a cold evening meal are delivered by volunteer drivers to the client’s homes.

Clients can choose how often to receive meals. To sign up for meals call the office at 260-982-6010 and talk with an office volunteer or leave a voice mail message.

A BETTER LIFEBRIANNA’S HOPE support and recovery meeting is at Wabash First UMC every Thursday at 8pm.

85 HOPE CLINIC: The clinic located at the Town Life Center, 603 Bond Street, N. Manchester. Office hours are Tuesday from 3 to 5 p.m. for client interviews, donation drop offs and general information. Clinic hours are by appointment only on the first and third Tuesday of each month. You may contact the North Manchester office at 260-306-8309 or email nmdirector@85hope.o rg for appointments or information.

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.

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ECHO had its third set of competition races on Feb. 8, with 28 present. The Urbana Speedway Races were all set and ready for some action, and there were several first time drivers. Other drivers from last year knew what to do come race time. The races were all intense. All races were 10 laps in length. The drivers were told that if they crashed on the first lap before they crossed the finish line, the race would be restarted. Crash on the first lap a third time, the race will be called official and continue till a winner crosses the finish line on lap 10.

We held practice laps for those first time drivers and Track Officials Mike and Matt Snell tabulated all the drivers after

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28 youth compete in ECHO races

Michael Mich Michael ael Sn Snell ell 260-774-3665 pinkynova71@ hotmail.com

qualifying and while that was being completed, Track Official Bonita Snell served refreshments to the drivers and family members. Everyone enjoyed the races and there were several close finishes. Track Official Matt Snell presented the awards in Class A & B after the races. Looking ahead, March 14, 2020 will be the next ECHO racing date.

Attention Urbana: Baseball signup will

be held on Feb. 29, 2020 at the Urbana Community Building 9AM to 12PM. Contact John Eltzroth for information 260-774-8133.

Urbana Lions had its Valentine Dinner on Feb. 10 at the Urbana Lion/Community Building. Lions Rick and Roxy Monce prepared the meats which was smoked chicken and smoked pot roast. Both of which just seemed to melt in your mouth.

Lion Bonita Snell and granddaughter Kaitlyn Snell made all of the desserts.

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Winners from the ECHO Race on Feb. 8 were (front row, from left) Bryson Enyeart, Kason Fitch, Tucker Fitch, ECHO Track Official Matt Snell (back row, from left) James Hall, Kaitly Snell and Jessica Dedrick A-Class 2nd place. Photo provided

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Roann firefighters plan dinner Roann Volunteer Fire Department will have their annual fundraiser on Feb. 29 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Serving grilled loins, all you can eat! They also will have hot dogs for kids. The charge is: $8 – Adults, $4 – Children 6-12 years old, Free – Ages 5 and under. This includes dessert.

PASTOR BALMER OF The Roann United Methodist Church sermon on Feb. 23 will be from Genesis 18:20-33 titles “Bold Request”. Steve and Ann Meyer are greeters and Doug Bogert is Worship Leader with Connie Doud at the piano.

The Worship service starts at 9:00 a.m. and Sunday school is at 10:15 a.m. They are located at the corner of Adams and Arnold.

HAPPY HOMEMAKERS WILL be holding their monthly meeting for February on Thursday, Feb. 27, at The Fried Egg starting at 9 a.m. If you need a ride, be at the Roann United Methodist Church by 8:40 a.m.

CONGRATS TO THE Northfield Varsity Girls basketball team for winning their second sectional in a row. Good job to the girls and coaches for a great win. Also, would like to thank all the fans who showed up to support them.

ROB MACE OF the Roann First Brethren Church said “I believe in Marriage: God is love and His love bring many promises to those who are in Christ. Marital love is a picture of Christ’s

love for the church and presents many promises to those who follow His design for marriage. Our culture is pushing for people to live together, to be unfaithful in marriage and to leave marriages. So much hurt, pain, suffering and heartache for those in the marriage and their children and families. With so many marriages failing and searching for answers, let us turn to the scriptures.

What if God designed marriages to make you holy and not happy? We tend to search for happiness without the hard work of holiness that brings happiness into our lives. Troubled marriages can be turned around quickly when we are on the same pathway and desiring what God wants for our lives.

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Urbana news Ann Me Ann Meyer yer 765-833-2614 meyerann@ centurylink.net

When we only follow our own desires, it leads to a road of loneliness and discouragement. It is time to make holy relationships that lead to happiness. Is that what you want?

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and answer game for the members called How Well Do You Know Your Spouse. This game is based on the Newlywed Game.

This was a lot of fun and brought a lot of laughs. Here is one of the questions: What would you call your marriage? A-Lovey Dovey, B-I would not wish this on my worst enemy, C-Best of friends, D-No Comment. What do you think your answer would be?

This was all in fun and I’m sure that there will be some discussion about the game for a while.

The Urbana Lions are looking for new prospective members to join. If you would like to be a part of a club that does a lot for the Urbana Community, then consider joining the Urbana Lions.Urbana streetlights: If you know of a problem with any of

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the Urbana Streetlights, please give me a call 260- 7743665; if no answer, please leave a message with the location and what is wrong with that light. I will submit an order to have that light repaired. Allow five working days for repairs.

Breakfast Bunch: On Feb. 12, this bunch met at Bob Evan’s Restaurant.

This takes place every Wednesday at 7:30. They have breakfast and discuss various subjects.

Attendees were: Larry and Nancy Meyer, Alma DeVore, Peggy Dilling, Pat McNabney, Helen Dawes, Eileen Weck and Tom and Joyce Willcox.

Wildcat Pride: On Jan. 31, James Kowalczuk was caught by Mrs. Ross for bringing in items to share with others for their STEM project. Teagan Baer was

caught by Mrs. Ross for showing her how to hook her iPad and Smart board onto her Apple TV. On Feb. 7, 2020 Jaxton Stout was caught by Mrs. Shafer for emailing her on a missed day to check if there was any eLearning he needed to do. Cody Holmes was caught

by Mrs. Dale for the way he helped a peer on a science assignment when they were stuck.

Upcoming Dates: Feb. 24, 5th & 6th Girls Basketball at Sharp Creek vs.

Maconaquah at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 25, 5th & 6th Girls Basketball at Sharp Creek vs.

Pierceton at 5 p.m.

Birthday Wishes: Feb. 20 Vanessa Wilcox, Feb. 21 Ed Fitch, Feb. 22 Lily Griffey, Feb. 23 Lois Haupert, Feb. 24 Ridge McKillip.

Anniversary: Feb. 19 Bud and Connie Winters, Feb. 24 Dean and Lois Haupert.

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‘Only Ivan’ coming to Honeywell

Stewart Copeland, a founding member of The Police, will speak at Manchester University on Feb. 27. He also will appear at the Honeywell Center on Feb. 28 at the Honeywell Center when his composition, “The Invention of Morel” is performed. Photo by Shayne Gray

Composer to speak at MU NORTH MANCHESTER — Stewart Copeland – seasoned, prolific American composer of opera, ballet, film and contemporary orchestral music, internationally known as founder and drummer of The Police – has composed an exciting opera that he describes as a “period, sci-fi, romantic black comedy.”

The Manchester University Music Department and the Manchester Symphony Orchestra offer the collegiate debut of “The Invention of Morel” at 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 28 and 29 at the Honeywell Center in Wabash. General admission is $20; it is $10 for all students, but they must show identification when they pick up their tickets. https://www. honeywellcenter.org/ morel On Feb. 27, Copeland will speak at the North Manchester campus at 12:30 p.m. in Cordier Auditorium.

It is free and open to the public.

Copeland will also speak briefly at the opera’s opening night. He is not scheduled to attend the second night.

“Few things are more exciting for musicians than working directly with composers and worldclass directors,” said Debra Lynn, musical director of the production. She is MU director of choral organizations and vocal studies. “We are so proud that Manchester students

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Cast members Cast members for “The Invention of Morel” are: Narrator: Grant Ebert Fugitive: Thomas Hall Faustine: Emily Lynn Morel: Clayton Marcum Alec/Ombrellieri: Ben Tipton Dora: McKenzie Hare Stoever: Seth Hendricks Duchess: Hayley Cochran Butler: Barry Drudge Maid: Judi Orr and young alumni have the opportunity to learn from two of the greats.”

The MU Music Department is bringing in both Copeland and stage director Kathleen Smith Belcher, from the New York Metropolitan Opera, as artists in residence. Belcher will arrive for stage rehearsals in the middle of February, and Copeland will Skype with performers until arriving on campus a few days before the

debut performance of the opera.

“We hope to expand awareness about opera as a vibrant, growing musical genre that is fulfilling and enjoyable for all audiences,” Lynn said. She has arranged for a number of area high school music students to attend the Feb. 27 presentation.

“The One and Only Ivan” will be presented at the Honeywell Center’s Ford Theater as part of the Honeywell Foundation’s Educational Outreach program.

Showtimes are 10 a.m. and noon.

For 27 years, the world of Ivan the gorilla was a full cage in a roadside shopping mall. But when he meets Ruby, a baby elephant captured in the wild, Ivan’s ambitions and imagination must grow to meet the challenge of rescuing his endangered new companion. Aided by Bob the scrappy dog and a young human ally, Ivan sets out to become the great silverback and protec-

tor he was always meant to be. Enter the mind of a remarkable hero in this unforgettable story of enduring friendship, drawn from true events.

The performance is based on the 2012 book by Katherine Applegate, a number one New York Times bestseller and winner of the Newbery Medal.

Page to Stage Student Matinees bring entire classes to the Honeywell Center’s Ford Theater. Students are able to see live theatrical performances of children’s literature being studied in the classroom.

Additional Arts-InEducation Programs include Arts

Integration Residencies, Bullying Prevention with Steve Seskin, Visual Thinking Strategies, Teacher Night at the Dr. James Ford Historic Home, Banner Contest, Educational Excursions, Honeywell Singers Show Choirs, Visual & Performing Arts Summer Programs, and the Digital Media Arts Program.

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10 Adults • $6 6-12 Ages 5 & Under free

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All proceeds go to park board!

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Izaak Walton League plans cross shoots

Wabash Chapter Izaak Walton League will be starting its cross shoots soon.

Participants shoot shotguns (chokes no smaller than .640) and 22’s (22’s are open sights only, no scopes).

Shoots start at 10 a.m. and the cost is $3 per shoot, we welcome youth shooters as well. Dates for cross shoots are; March 8 & 29, April 5 & 26, May 3 & 10 and June 7.

The Izaak Walton League is located at 10439 S. Old State Rd. 13, LaFontaine (Somerset).

There will be a Hunters Education course on April 11, the time is 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and lunch will be furnished.

Register early as space is limited, register at www.inhea.com.

If interested in the Izaak Walton League, you welcome you to attend a meeting.

Meetings are at 7:30 p.m. on the third Monday of the month. There also is a Facebook page, Wabash County Izaak Walton League.

DID YOU KNOW that on April 20, 1896 it was announced the Wabash Handle Factory was moving

from Warren to LaFontaine? J.W. Davis, proprietor, was to employ 25-30 people. By May 28, the Davis Handle Factory was completed. It was reported that a furniture factory would also soon move to LaFontaine. Also, on Sept. 30, 1904, LaFontaine schools closed due to the many cases of diphtheria? Or that LaFontaine had a skunk farm in the early 1900s? By July of 1915, Mr. Davis’ skunk farm had attained such a reputation that it attracted 1,200 visitors. It was declared one of the best in the state.

A new LaFontaine/Liberty Township History Club was formed last year and these are some of the tidbits of our town’s history we are searching for. It’s

been 25 years since the last history book pertaining to our community was published. We, as a group, are seeking any information, pictures, newspaper articles, etc. that you would be willing to share with us for consideration of being published in this latest book. Please contact Susie Goodpasture at 9812033 or Janice Dawes at the Troyer Memorial Library 981-4851 with questions or to make arrangements to retrieve your information. Library hours are Monday and Wednesday 2-5, and Friday 9-1.

The History Club meets the fourth Thursday of the month at the Troyer Memorial Library.

There is a short business meeting with a program that follows.

In February, Linda Jervis will be presenting the program on the Crumley Saw Mill. Mr. Tom Crumley was born in 1890 and was a timber man. He saw the last of the large stands of big timber south of LaFontaine along the Mississinewa River.

Guests are welcome to attend.

LUNCH

BUNCH from LaFontaine Christian Church will be going to lunch at Molcajetes in Wabash on Tuesday, Feb. 18. They plan on ordering at 11:30 a.m. Any one may join this fun group of people.

CONGRATULAT IONS to Mrs. Alissa Deeter, third grade teacher, for being recognized in tonight’s Staff Spotlight at the school board meeting. Mrs. Deeter goes far beyond her teaching duties to care for and nurture all of her students. We are proud of her!

SOUTHWOOD JUNIOR & SENIOR SCHOOL weeks Knight of the Week is Lydia Topliff ! She is a 7th grader at Southwood High School. She plays basketball and her favorite teacher is Mr. Pace. Lydia’s favorite lunch is the chicken quesadilla!

Keep in touch for the next Knight of the Week!

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Lagro board plans fundraiser

An all-you-can-eat fish/tenderloin dinner will take place Saturday, Feb. 29, from 3-7 p.m. at The Lagro Community Building. The cost is $10 and all proceeds go to the Lagro Community Park Board.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT SALAMONIE AND MISSISSINEWA: Seniors 50 and over are invited to attend the Monthly Senior Monday Carry-in Luncheon at Salamonie Lake Interpretive Center, Lost Bridge West SRA. There is a carry-in meal at noon followed by a special speaker that presents a unique program.

UWIS interpretive naturalist Shelly

Reed will present “The Civilian Conservation Corps of Indiana” through an engaging trivia presentation on Monday, March 2. The Main Dish will be Ham and Beans.

Attendees should plan to bring a side dish to share, a beverage and their own table service. A $1 donation to help defray costs of the provided main dish will be accepted. To register or for more information call the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-468-2127.

On Saturday, Feb. 29 from 5:30—8:00 p.m. “Cowboy Gathering” will take place. This event will have a program, meal and you will be

required to reserve your spot so please call 260-468-2127.

Salamonie’s Preschool Program will be “E is for Energy” on Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Preschool age children (ages 2-5) and their adults are invited to Salamonie Preschool. The class will be offered from 10-1130 a.m. at Salamonie Interprative Center in Lost Bridge West SRA. Each program is designed to enhance the preschooler’s basic education, including music, crafts, social interaction and time outdoors, always with a natural related theme. The program fee is $2 per child.

Advance registration is appreciated and can be done by calling the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-4682127.

FEBRUARY BIRTHDAY WISHES go to: Colleen

Cambell, Feb. 4; Liz Schmid, Feb. 8; Thelma Sanchez, Feb. 9; Bill Miller, Feb. 12; Josh Gidley, Feb. 20; Andrew Frieden, Feb.21; Arden Heagy, Feb.22. Happy Birthday to all!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY IN FEBRUARY TO: Scott and Julie Hendry, Feb. 13 and Larry and Judy Quinn, Feb. 13.

Congratulations everyone!

THE LAGRO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH invites the public to join them for worship services.

The church is located at 1100 Main St.n Lagro. Worship services, with Pastor Rick Borgman, begins at 9 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages following at 10 a.m.

Kids Klub is held at the church each Wednesday evening beginning at 6 p.m. and ending at 7:30 p.m. Just a reminder, if MSD schools are

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closed for either a scheduled day off or due to weather, Kids Klub will not be held.

ALL INVITED TO DORA CHRISTIAN CHURCH located at 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, Lagro to attend services.

Sunday School meets at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday Worship meeting at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Also offered is the Weekly Wednesday Night Bible Study which is held at 6:30 p.m.

SAINT PATRICK’S CHURCH usually conducts Mass every first Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m.

All are invited to attend services.

LaFontaine news euchre Wednesday will be playing games.

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Often, any time spent with a friend is a good

time, but make sure you don’t take each other for granted.”

Lucy Lane, “The Little Book of Friendship” HAPPY BIRTHDAY David Finch Feb. 20, David Murphy, Duane Davis Feb. 21, Kendall Saril

will call out these ineffective and divisive ways and show how God’s word is supreme and life giving. Imagine a marriage filled with true sacrificial love, mutual respect, Christlike submission, helping each other to become holy, one body in mind and spirit and soul. It is time to restore the marriage to its rightful place in this world and know it is a wonderful relationship.”

This Sunday at Roann First Brethren Church we will consider God’s design for marriage and learn that it is possible to do and see all the promises that are associated with His design. We meet at 10 a.m. every Sunday at 240 Allen St. in Roann. Everyone is welcome and we know you will be encouraged. God Bless You! CONTINUED PRAYERS FOR Rex Renz, who had a transplant and four-year-old Sawyer Draper who is fighting leukemia, along with Lora Foust, Dick Siders & Mike White.

CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES: Feb. 19 – Finn Fairchild, Bobby Haecker, Rex Vigar and Penelope Galley; Feb. 21 – Peggy Myers; Feb. 22 – Waylon McWhirt and Beverly Renz; Feb. 23 – Mary Jane Pell; Feb. 24 – Jessika Krom and Braylon Frieden; Feb. 25 – Anita Krom.

I CAN BE REACHED by e-mail at meyerann@centurylink.net or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Also, by phone 765-8332614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. to appear in the next weeks paper.

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SEND YOUR NEWS & 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.

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How to manage relocating for a new job Moving can be a considerable undertaking. While working professionals who are single or married with no children may find it easier to move than men and women with families, it’s fair to say that anyone who is moving in the near future has some significant work ahead of them.

In its Job Relocation Survey, the moving company Allied Van Lines found that people move for a variety of reasons. Fifty percent of the 3,500 respondents indicated they relocated for career advancement or money, and many more indicated they relocated because of a job transfer (12 percent), their companies moved (9 percent) and to be closer to family/relationships (8 percent).

Regardless of

what’s motivating men and women to relocate, and whether or not they’re relocating on their own or uprooting their families, various strategies can make a forthcoming move go more smoothly.

• Inquire about relocation assistance. The Allied survey found that 63 percent of companies offered relocation packages. That’s a considerable perk, as moving can be expensive, especially for adults moving to different parts of the country.

Asking about relocation expenses before being offered a job can be tricky, but some companies may mention such packages in their job ads or in their initial meetings with out-oftown candidates.

• Ask what relocation packages cover.

Relocation packages vary from company to company. The Allied Survey found that 54 percent of companies that offered such packages covered moving expenses, while 21 percent gave new hires a lump sum of money to use as they deemed necessary.

One in five companies even sponsored trips to search for homes. Adults who are offered relocation packages should get the specifics so they can start creating moving budgets.

• Emphasize organization. Much of the stress associated with relocating can be traced to the logistics of uprooting oneself and one’s family. Men and women who are unaccustomed to making lists may want to start, as doing so can help keep track of all the

MOVING CAN BE A CONSIDERABLE UNDERTAKING. While working professionals who are single or married with no children may find it easier to move than men and women with families, it’s fair to say that anyone who is moving in the near future has some significant work ahead of them. tasks that need to be completed before hitting the road.

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a job was finding a home, while 29 percent felt acclimating to their new community was the most challenging aspect of their relocation.

Adults who rent their first homes upon relocating can remove some of the pressure to find the perfect home, knowing full well their first home in their new community will be temporary. If possible, rent in a location that makes it easy to immerse

yourself in your new community, which should make the adjustment easier. In addition, place items that are unnecessary for day-to-day life in storage.

Having some of your possessions already packed should make your next move less stressful.

Relocating for a job can be exciting and stressful. But there are ways to make moving go smoothly.

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Wabash students do well at ISSMA contest Thirty-nine students from Wabash High School choir, directed by Mark Nevil, participated in the annual Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) Piano and Vocal District Contest. The contest was at Huntington North High School in Huntington on Saturday, Feb. 8. Nine of the 11 entries earned “superior,” gold-medal ratings; the other two earned “excellent,” silvermedal scores.

Vocal soloists who earned a gold medal in the state-eligible category Group I included junior Haley Higgins, sophomore Brenden Rowan, and sophomore Marcus Haynes.

One entry in Group I, senior Hope Decker, received a silver medal while one vocalist in Group II earned Silver as well, junior Erin Russell.

Freshman Morgan Butcher brought home a gold for her soprano solo in Group III. The Symphonic Voices, entered as a Group I Women’s Large Ensemble performing Sing Me a New Song by Michael Mendoza, won gold as well. These members

Members of the Wabash High School men’s ensemble, The Debonairs, are (front row from left) Aaron Pickelsimer, Wyatt Dillon, Daniel Hueston, Aidan Nelson, Zach Smith; Marcus Haynes (second row from left), Gavin Nique, Ethan Haynes, Guinn Haynes, Jared Harner, Jaime Thompson, Alex Baggett, Jake James, Isaiah White, Brenden Rowan, Zachary Simpson, and Logan Luttrell. Photo provided.

Members of the Wabash Middle School mixed ensemble, are (front row, from left) Kennedy Simon, Azora Watkins, Savanna Enyart; Olivia Mollett (second row, from left), Aleigha Woodward, Haylie Walk, Karigan Long, Abby Timmreck, Jenifer Richardson, Eva Sears and Xander Rose.

(Not pictured, Wil Galley.) Photo provided.

were Abbey Baggett, Madeline Bailey, Morgan Butcher, Aryelle Coburn, Annie Cole, Lena Cordes, Allyson Dillon, Maggie France, Haley Higgins, Jordan Jones, Camille Kugler, Corinne Kugler, Morgan Mallow, and Erin Russell.

The Group I Men’s Large Ensemble, the Debonairs, scored an additional 17 gold medals performing Down Among the Dead Men by composer Ralph Vaughn

song, He’s Gone Away. These medalists were Hope Decker, Kiara Carmichael, Alyssa Greene, Kaedyn Day, Emma-Jean Manns, Breanna Keefer, and Faryn Morris.

All students who received gold medalists in the Group I category of solos and ensembles have qualified for state competition and will represent Wabash High School in Indianapolis at Perry Meridian High School on Saturday, Feb. 22. Only gold

Williams. These men were Alex Baggett, Wyatt Dillon, Jared Harner, Ethan Haynes, Marcus Haynes, Quinn Haynes, Daniel Hueston, Jake James, Logan Luttrell, Aiden Nelson, Gavin Nique, Aaron Pickelsimer, Brenden Rowen, Zachary Simpson, Zach Smith, Jaime Thompson and Isaiah White.

In the Small Ensembles Group I division, two entries received Gold ratings.

A men’s barbershop quartet made up by

sophomore Marcus Haynes, sophomore Quinn Haynes, sophomore Brenden Rowan, and and junior Zach Smith performed Sh-Boom. The women’s barbershop quartet led by junior Allyson Dillon performed Swing Down Chariot – other members were senior Camille Kugler, senior Abbey Baggett, and junior Corrine Kugler.

A Large Ensemble, Girls’ Group III division, earned a gold for their performance of the American folk

winners in the most difficult level of judging (Group I) are accepted for the State auditions.

Also on Saturday, Wabash Middle School students competed at ISSMA contest. Nine of the entries brought home gold medals, while one earned silver.

Gold-medal soloists included Azora Watkins, Mollie Friend, Alexa Johnson, Karigan Long, Austin Baggett, Zaarik DeVore, Xavier Hughes, and

Will Galley. A Silver medal went to soloist Kaitlyn Brown.

Hailey Walk led an ensemble in the large mixed division who also earned gold.

Members of that ensemble were Hailey Walk, Liv Mollett, Kennedy Simon, Aleigha Woodward, Abby Timmreck, Eva Sears, Karigan Long, Haylie Walk, Jenifer Richardson, Paloma Shull, Savanna Enyart, Will Galley, and Xander Rose.

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Pool knowledge a plus.

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Mail resumes to: NMPR 902 N. Market St., North Manchester, IN 46962

Duties include but are not limited to: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Journal Entries, Customer Service, etc.

Some experience is required.

We use QuickBooks. Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

ST. PAUL’S Child Care Ministry is seeking someone to work with 2-3 year olds Beginner Pre-School Class, 32 hours a week.

Please call 260-786-3738 to schedule an interview.

FREE LUMBER SCRAPS WANTED for craft projects.

Any kind of lumber scraps would be appreciated! Let me know what you have and I will come look at it and haul it away. Call or text 260-494-2991.

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Oh, Ruby!

By Laura Kurella Being a child of the 1960’s I’m sure it comes as no surprise that a lot of that era not only rubbed off on me, but is also returning to present thought, especially its music, as I become older.

What I find most interesting is that even though I stay on trend and listen to today’s contemporary music, much to the chagrin of my contemporaries, I am discovering that the older I get, the more those songs from the 1960’s seem to weave their way into current day. In fact, some days I feel like my dad’s old reel-to-reel player has magically transported itself into the corners of my mind!

Knowing this, it should make complete sense that given February is unofficially National Grapefruit Month, that It’s making me hear Kenny Rogers crooning “Oh Ruby” in my head!

Stuck songs aside, February is the perfect time for a citrus that packs a powerful, healthy punch into our lives!

Growing in clusters like grapes, grapefruit are the result of crossing an orange with a pomelo, explaining its larger size.

Well-known for its slimming benefits, which are due to its amazing detoxing and bloat-reduction properties, this oh-so-ruby delight can also help diminish cellulite, reduce inflammation, improve hydration, boost metabolism, and even help reduce appetite. In fact, a study printed in the journal Metabolism found that by eating half a grapefruit before each meal helped reduce belly fat, lower cholesterol levels, and shrink your waistline by up to an inch in just six weeks!

In addition to this, grapefruit offers an amazing source of vitamin C, which is known to protect against cold and flu. Grapefruit also contains important nutritional phytonutrients like liminoids, flavonoids, lycopene and glucarates, which all help to fight cancer and a host of other health problems and diseases.

There is only one caveat and this is specific to those who take certain synthetic, man-made medications.

According to WebMD, certain medications shouldn’t be taken while eating or drinking grapefruit or its juice. If you are unsure, ask your healthcare provider before making any changes.

With so much to offer – all rolled into one deliciously-sweet, ruby-red kiss, I can’t think of a more inviting or invigorating way to start any day than with a gem of a citrus like this! Plus, you never know. You may just start hearing Kenny croon, Thanks to the musical prose of Mel Tillis, I’m never quite able to look at a red “Oh, Ruby!” to you - Enjoy! grapefruit without hearing Kenny Rogers croon “Oh, Ruby…” in my head!

Food stylist and photographer: Laura Kurella

Ruby-Red Morning Reboot Prep time: 5 minutes; Process time: 1 minute; Total time: 6 minutes.

Yield: I serving.

1 ruby grapefruit 1 orange 2 carrots 1/2-inch piece of ginger Wash all produce well then peel orange and grapefruit.

Add all ingredients to a juicer or blender and process. Pour into a glass and enjoy Grapefruit Avocado Salad Prep time:20 minutes Yield: Serves 4 2 avocados, peeled and sliced 2 grapefruit, supremed* Lettuce 1/2 shallot minced 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano (1/2 teaspoon dried) 1 1/2 teaspoons lime zest 3 tablespoons lime juice 1/2 cup light olive oil 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt In a small bowl, mix the vinaigrette ingredients.

Peel and slice the avocados. Arrange slices of lettuce on a platter to create a bed. Arrange avocados and grapefruit segments on lettuce leaves. Spoon dressing over the salad then serve. *= Supreme means to remove all the outer skins and inner membranes from the grapefruit so that the only part used is the juicefilled pulp sacs. This done with grapefruit because its inner membrane tends to be bitter and tough.

Pleasantly Pink Grapefruit Bars Prep time: 10 minutes; Bake time: 40 minutes; Total time: 50 minutes.

Yield: 9 servings.

CRUST 1 cup whole wheat (or all-purpose) flour 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature FILLING 2 eggs zest of 1 grapefruit 1/2 cup ruby red grapefruit juice 3/4 cup sugar squeeze of lemon 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon corn starch a drop or two of red food coloring (optional) GARNISH Powdered sugar Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9 x 9 baking dish with parchment paper with overlapping ends for easy cutting. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter, flour, and sugar until there is no more dry flour feel and the mixture is uniformly crumbly. Using your fingers, press evenly into the pan, using a metal measuring cup as a tamper.

Place in oven and bake crust for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, wipe out bowl and add into it all the filling ingredients. Beat or whisk until well combined. Once crust is done baking, pour filling onto hot crust then return pan to oven to bake for 25 minutes, or until center is set. Cool to room temperature then move to refrigerator to chill. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.