The Paper of Wabash County - July 20, 2016, issue by The Paper of Wabash County

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MSD merger vote in question Vote on combining NHS, SHS Vote upsets many may have violated Open Door Law By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com The Southwood and Northfield school systems will be merging in 2017 following the MSD of Wabash County School Board’s unanimous vote on Tuesday night, July 12. The Norse and the Knights’ high schools will officially reconfigure into one system in the 20172018 school year. While there are many aspects of the plan that have not been decided or discussed yet, such as transportation for the students, Board member John Gouveia explained, but the merger plan will include the following: • The Northfield High School building will

become the new senior high school site for grades ninth through 12th grade. • The Southwood High School facility will become the junior high school site for grades five through eight. • Metro North and Southwood elementary schools will remain as kindergarten through fourth grade education facilities. • Sharp Creek Elementary School will close as an elementary school, but it may be repurposed in the future as an alternative learning base, administration building or another opportunity, according to Gouveia. • ”The school names, mascots and cultures will be named appropriately by the administration

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The news of the reconfigured MSD of Wabash County caught many parents off guard. That, consequently, created a stir on social media. The vast majority leaving comments on The Paper of Wabash County’s Facebook page are against the reconfiguration. Many also are upset that parents were left out of the mix when discussing and deciding on the issue.

Many of the parents didn’t learn about the decision until it was announced on various media outlets’ social media sites. The Metro board on Tuesday, July 12, announced that it was merging Southwood High School with Northfield High School. Northfield would serve as the high school, while Southwood would serve as a middle school. In addition, Sharp Creek Elementary School is closing, (continued on page 15)

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County to hear request to fund Lagro bicycle trail By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Round Robin Judge Jacqueline Amos watches 4-Hers Cale Dyson, Michelle Hunt, and Cole Rosen as they work with swine around the show arena during the Round Robin competition on Thursday evening. Photos by Joseph Slacian

Hines captures Round Robin By Sarah Peters news@thepaperofwabash.com The third time was the charm for Sarah Hines. Hines, who represented the horse department, won the Round Robin competition on Thursday evening, July 14. This was her third year participating in the Round Robin, but the first time that she had received the award. “I worked with my animals for the past week,” Hines said. “But I knew pigs were going to be a problem because I never really liked doing pigs, but I just tried to pull it together.” The showmanship champions from each of the livestock shows received the opportunity to be a (continued on page 16)

Sarah Hines, Round Robin Champion, and Round Robin Judge Jacqueline Amos.

Amy Ford, chair of Wabash River Trail Inc., is expected to appear before the Wabash County Council on Monday, July 25, to formally request $1.2 million in County Economic Development Income Tax (CEDIT) funds to be used toward the trail between Wabash and Lagro. Wabash River Trail Inc. seeks to put an east-west trail through Wabash County, from the Huntington County line to the Miami County line. The total length of the trail is expected to be 33 miles. Ford is listed on the council’s agenda distributed on Thursday, July 14, by County Manager Jim Dils. “Amy will be making a formal request for $1.2 million in CEDIT funding through both commissioners and council,” Council President Mike Ridenour told The Paper of Wabash County on Friday, July 15. “I am not planning on making the formal request, that will be up to her to present the advertised request to both commissioners and council.” Ford broached the idea of using CEDIT funds for the Wabash to Lagro segment at the June county council meeting. The segment, labeled the project’s first phase, is estimated to

cost about $6 million to construct and set up a maintenance budget, she told the council in June. Between $3.6 million and $4 million in private donations are expected for that phase. The trail’s board hopes to align the project with the Northeast Regional Cities Initiative (NRCI) for the remainder of the funds. That would require a 20 percent grant match – roughly $1.2 million – to receive the remaining $1.2 million from NRCI.

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A majority of the seven Wabash County council members spoken to by The Paper of Wabash County indicated that they are against using CEDIT funds for the Wabash River Trail project. One council member was in favor of it, while five others said they were against it. One declined to publicly disclose if he is for or against the measure until the July 25 meeting. Ridenour is the only council member that is expressing support for the project. “I feel this request is a true investment we could allocate CEDIT monies to,” he told The Paper in an email. “Annually, we budget these ‘economic development’ monies on expenses such as the judicial annex multi-mil(continued on page 17)

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Bayh enters U.S. Senate race By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Evan Bayh, former Indiana governor and U.S. senator, a n n o u n c e d Wednesday, July 13, that he would become the Democrat Party’s candidate for Indiana’s U.S. Senate in the November election. That announcement has drawn mixed reaction from the two local party

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Democrat Party chair, praised the decision, while Barbara Pearson, Wabash County Republican Party chair, questioned it. Harris said he was “thrilled” that Bayh “will run for his old Senate seat again.” “As governor, Bayh led Indiana during a very productive era, working with Democrats and Republicans to provide a lean budget with huge surpluses, all while lowering tax rates,” Harris told The Paper of Wabash County. “In the Senate he was a strong leader working again with Democrats and Republicans to get legislation through that benefitted Hoosiers and Americans in general. “That is unlike his opponent (Todd Young), who is more concerned in representing the extreme right of the Republican Party, and when not able to get their way shut down government costing us billions of dollars.” Bayh replaces Baron Hill on the Democrat ticket. Hill announced Monday that he was withdrawing from the race and removing his name from the ballot. “I always question

why we have primaries when they end up doing things like that,” Pearson said of the change. “(Bayh) does have the name recognition, but I think that our candidate, Todd Young, can definitely beat him. “I feel that the Republican Party we have the better ideas and I think we have the better candidates, so we’re just going to work and help Todd Young get elected because it’s crucial that we hang on to the Senate because I believe we’ll have a President Trump and to be able to move that agenda through we’re going to need to maintain the House and the Senate.” Harris noted that Bayh already has a large war chest built for this campaign. “Bayh has $10 million in unused campaign funds from previous elections which will be very helpful in his bid this fall,” he said. However, Pearson said large campaign chests don’t always guarantee a win. “I know there is financial differences in who has the most

tum all over Indiana, it is simply not enough to fight back against the slew of out-of-state, special interest and dark money that is certain to come our way between now and November. “Democrats have a very real chance at winning this Senate seat, especially with a strong nominee who has the money, name identification and resources to win. I do not want to stand in the way of Democrats winning Indiana and the U.S. Senate. That would not be fair to my party or my state.”

funding,” she said. “But we’ve also seen it in Kosciusko County and up in Allen County that it doesn’t always come down to money. Rebecca Kubacki (former Indiana House of Representatives candidate) had quite a bit in her coffers and Curt Nisly beat her with not a lot of funds. So It’s not always about the funds.” Hill, in a letter to supporters on his campaign website, said, “While our campaign had been making great progress and building momen-

City’s ambulance rates to increase increase is the first increase since Jan. 1, 2014. Fees are then set to increase by 3 percent again on Jan. 1, 2018, and Jan. 1, 2020. Mileage costs will remain $11 per mile until a new ordiance is adopted sometime after Jan. 1, 2020. Under the ordinance, Basic Life Support, Non-emergency will increase from $273.19 to $281.39 on Aug. 1. The cost for Advanced Life Support Level 2 and Specialty Care Transport will increase from $1,092.73 to $1,125.51 on Aug. 1. Other categories within the billing service are: Basic Life Support – Emergency, $506.49, up from $491.74

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Ambulance rates in the City of Wabash will increase Aug. 1 under an ordiance approved by the Wabash City Council on Monday, July 11. The 3 percent

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In announcing his candidacy, Bayh pledged to bridge the partisan divide and bring Indiana common sense to Washington. “It’s time for Indiana common sense – the principle that guided my work as governor, when we crossed the aisle to cut taxes, reform welfare and create a scholarship program to help Hoosier families afford college,” he said. “It’s how we supported our veterans and worked with business leaders to help create jobs, all while balancing the budget and building a surplus to protect taxpayers.

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Advanced Life Support Level 1, Emergency, $900.42, up from $874.19 Advanced Life Support Level 1, Nonemergency, $675.31, up from $655.64 City Council member Doug Adams said it appears that a 3 percent increase has been the norm for the city. Mayor Scott Long said he doesn’t believe that to be the case, noting that the increase, under ordinance, can be up to 3 percent. The annual contract with the county, he said, typically has a 2 percent increase. “And that’s 2 percent per year,” Fire Chief Barry Stroup added. “For the county it’s 2 percent per year.” There is currently a balance of about $870,000. “It’s no secret that the cost of our supplies that we have to buy for our ambulance service have gone up exponentially,” Long said in response to a question on the need for an increase. “We haven’t had an increase since 2014. So, before we get behind the eight ball, we believe it’s prudent to stay in front of it, which are still substantially lower than any comparable service, as they always have been.” The ordinance must be approved a second time before taking effect. The council will consider the ordiance again at its July 25 meeting.

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School board filing begins July 27 By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Six school board seats – three each in the Manchester Community Schools and MSD of Wabash County districts – are up for election this fall. Filing for the seats will begin July 27 in the office of the Clerk of the Wabash County Circuit Court’s Office located in the Judicial Annex building, 69 W.

Hill St. The filing deadline is noon Thursday, Aug. 26. In the Manchester district, the seats currently filled by Byron “Buddy” Brunn, Brady Burgess and Steve Flack up for election. The Manchester district is divided into three areas, Clerk Elaine Martin said. Those districts are: Chester Township, consisting of Chester 1 and Chester 2 precincts. Two mem-

bers serve from this district. Pleasant Township, consisting of Pleasant 1 and Pleasant 2 precincts. Two members serve from this district. Town of North Manchester, consisting of Chester precincts 3, 4, 5 and 6. Brunn represents the Chester Township District, while Burgess represents the North Manchester district and Flack represents

the Pleasant Township district. Candidates must have a petition signed by at least 10 people who live in the M a n c h e s t e r Community Schools District, Martin said, adding that she recommends getting more signatures than 10. Manchester board members are elected by an at-large vote by all registered voters in the MSC district. The three candidates

whose seats are up for election from the Metro school district are John Gouveia, Troy Baer and Kevin Bowman, Martin said. Gouveia represents the Northeast District, which is comprised of Lagro 1,2 and 3 precincts, as well as Noble 10. Baer represents the Northwest District, which is composed of Noble 9 and Noble 11, Paw Paw and parts of Noble 3, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10.

Bowman represents the South District, composed of Liberty 1 and 2 and Waltz. Candidates must reside in one of the Metro areas to represent it on the board. At least one member, but no more than two members, will be represented on the board. Those receiving the greatest number of votes are elected to the office, subject to the condition that no board district may

have no more than two board members. The Metro candidate’s nominating petition must be signed by at least 12 people. However, Martin suggests the candidates have more than 12 signatures on the petition. Also, she said, the petition may only be signed by voters within the district in which the candidate is running.

MU Pharmacy Program receives full accreditation From the MU News Bureau M a n ch e s t e r University President Dave McFadden announced hat the Pharmacy Program is now fully accredited by the Accreditation Council of P h a r m a c y Education. “Our first students, and our faculty and staff for that matter, made a leap of faith when they signed up for our fledgling program,” he said. “Full accreditation is a huge milestone for the University and reward for those who took a chance with us because they shared our vision.” A pharmacy program can be fully accredited by the ACPE only after it graduates its first class, part of a process that takes years. The first class in the MU four-year doctoral program graduated in May. Recent graduate Brianna Hawks of Denver, Colo., was one of more than 270 students who came to Fort Wayne from all over the nation to take part in the program, even though it had not yet been fully accredited. “The school’s vision and how to approach a new pharmacy program seemed more cutting edge than other schools, and I wanted to help pioneer the school’s mission,” she said. M c F a d d e n thanked Raylene Rospond, MU vice president and dean

of the program, and Tommy Smith, assistant dean for assessment and accreditation, who led the ACPE self-study process, and everyone who helped get to this point. “Our exceptional team of faculty and staff worked in collaboration with dozens of preceptors and experiential sites to provide our students with a rich and rigorous program,” Rospond said. “We take seriously our mission to educate future pharmacists who provide patient-centered care guided by respect for the infinite worth of individuals. “All of that hard work paid off, and we are looking forward to an even brighter future,” she said. On Dec. 3, 2010, then-President Jo Young Switzer received a call from Lilly Endowment

Inc. informing her that the Endowment was awarding Manchester $35 million to launch the pharmacy program in Fort Wayne. The gift led to MU’s Fort Wayne campus at Dupont and Diebold roads and remains the largest in the University’s 127-year history. Before becoming fully accredited, the Pharmacy Program functioned under “candidate” status, denoting a developmental program with a defined time period in which to meet requirements

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Online registration will be open from July 30 - August 4. Payments can be made using credit or debit cards online - all with no service fees! Schools can also accept cash, check, or credit/debit cards after you have registered your student(s) online. If you are paying by cash or check for multiple students please pay at Northfield/Southwood High School. If you are paying by cash or check for a single student this may be done at each individual school. If you do not have access to a computer/Internet, a computer will be available for onsite registration at each school on August 3 from 10:00am - 6:00pm. This is only for families who do not have access to a computer/Internet at home. Students new to the district will register at their respective building. Click the Online Registration link at http://www.msdwc.k12.in.us or your school’s website for more information.

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Habitat picks next two partner homeowners By The Paper staff Wabash County Habitat for Humanity officials announced

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Habitat received a donation of property on 4th Street in North Manchester, which is currently the projected build site. Habitat is hoping to complete construction by midNovember. Tyler Singleton and Shailea Anderson, and their two children will be working toward owning a home in North Manchester; their home is slated to be built in 2017. A partner homeowner is selected based on three criteria: need, willingness to partner, and ability to pay. Need is based on calculations of a family’s rent expense to total income and current living conditions (whether they are unsafe or overcrowded). Ability to pay is based on the partner family’s job history and demonstrated ability to manage one’s financial resources. Willingness to Partner is also known as sweat equity. Sweat equity refers to the actual hands-on involvement of partner homeowners in the construction of their own Habitat homes, as well as participation in other Habitat and community activities. It is a partner homeowner’s physical and emotional investment in the mission of Habitat. Habitat for

Dan Early, president of the Wabash County Habitat for Humanity board of directors, congratulates Tyler Singleton while family members Shailea Anderson, Aviah, 4, and Emily, 1, look on. Photo provided Humanity requires sweat equity for several reasons. Sweat equity provides meaningful interaction between partner homeowners, Habitat staff, Habitat volunteers and donors, and the community. It builds pride in homeownership; by investing sweat equity hours in their home, it helps families transition to home ownership. It also helps develop skills and knowledge about h o m e ow n e r s h i p. Partner homeowners gain a real understanding of the construction of their home and the maintenance issues they may face after occupancy. Wabash County Habitat for Humanity

anticipates opening up applications Sept. 1 for a second new home build in 2017, and potentially, a remodel for this coming winter. Interested partners should check the organization’s Facebook page closer to Sept. 1 for more information about the application cycle. Wabash County Habitat for Humanity is 24 years old. During that time, Habitat has worked with volunteers, donors, churches, business and local government throughout Wabash County to build 17 affordable homes located in Lafontaine, North Manchester, Roann, Servia and Wabash. The organization is

not currently accepting applications for partner homeowners, however, you may follow the Facebook page to be updated for the next application cycle. The Habitat office located at 375 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. If you would like more information about Habitat for Humanity or to support Habitat’s work as a volunteer or donor contact Maggie Wimberly at 260-5639188 or ma g giew@wabashhabitat.org. You can also keep up to date with Habitat through Facebook at www.facebook.com/ WabashCountyHabit at.

Columbia City man faces drug charges following traffic violation By The Paper staff NORTH MANCHESTER — A Columbia City man is facing drug charges after he failed to stop at a stop sign on Thursday evening, July 14. According to a press release by NM Police Chief Steve Olsen: At approximately 8:55 p.m., Officer Drew Bender observed a vehicle driven by Chadwick M. Childers, Columbia City, southbound on Market Street that

did not stop at the stop sign at the intersection of Ninth Street. Bender initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle and, as he approached the vehicle, he could smell a strong odor that he associates with marijuana coming from the vehicle. Upon further investigation, Bender and Sgt. Jon Pace located more than 20 baggies containing a leafy green substance. A test on one of the baggies indicated a positive result for marijuana. It was initially

estimated that the total weight of all the baggies was nearly one pound. Additionally, officers located two small baggies containing a crystal material. A field test indicated a positive result for methamphetamine. A large amount of cash was also discovered in the vehicle. Childers was charged with possession of marijuana, possession of methamphetamine and cited for the traffic violation. Other charges are pending.

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Volunteers save 150 hogs after accident By The Paper staff Volunteers from around the area came to the rescue Thursday night, July 14, to help save more than 100 hogs after a trailer they were riding in flipped onto its side at the intersection of Ind. 15 and U.S. 24. The accident took place at approximately 6:13 p.m., according to Sgt. Matt Benson, Wabash Police Department’s Public Information Officer. According to

Benson, the Wabash Fire Department quickly began spraying water on the hogs in attempt to cool them while preparations were made to off load the hogs. A call was made to the Wabash County 4-H Fair and volunteers came with trucks and stock trailers. Wabash Big R loaned hog panels to build a temporary chute from the semi to awaiting trailers. Once all hogs were off loaded H & K Wrecker Service was able to raise the semi

and trailer. The Indiana State Police Commercial Motor Vehicle Division was called to the scene for inspection of the semi. The intersection of St. Rd 15 and U.S.24 was closed for almost three hours while Wabash County EMA directed traffic in the area. The driver of the semi, Eric J. Manning, 28, Warren, was cited for Operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle without a CDL and Improper brakes. Assisting at

the scene were the Indiana State Police, Wabash City Fire, Noble Township Fire Department, Wabash County EMA. “There was an enormous amount of volunteers that came with trucks and trailers to assist in any way they could to help save the lives of the 150 hogs that were onboard,” Benson said. “Everyone’s assistance was greatly appreciated and needed.” He also thanked Brandt’s HarleyDavidson for the use

Wabash City Schools 2016-17 registration set By The Paper Staff Registration for the Wabash City Schools’ 2016-17 school year will be at O.J. N e i g h b o u r s Elementary School on Thursday, July 28, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. An open house for all Kindergarten classes will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 9, from 5 to 6 p.m. The first student day will be Wednesday, Aug. 10. Breakfast and

lunch prices are $1.35 for student breakfast, $2.40 for Elementary school lunch, $2.50 for Middle School and High School lunch, and $0.45 for extra milk. Book rental prices are $130 for Kindergarten, $134 for grade 1, $118 for grade 2, $154 for grade 3, $158 for grade 4, $146 for grade 5, and all other grades are based on classes taken. Textbook and student fees need to be paid at the time of

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registration. Credit and Debit Cards will be accepted during this time. Textbook and student fees can also be paid online prior to registration time at www.apaches.k12.in.u s on WCS Payments at the top of the page. Textbook and Lunch Assistance forms are now accepted online. Go to Wabash City Schools homepage, then Parent Link drop down box. They will not be doing a mailing of applications this year. Applications will be available at registration, however they strongly encourage applying online to you will know your status

when you go to registration. If applying at registration and currently on food stamps, you must bring your case number with you. If a child will ride the bus to or from school, transportation forms must be filled out at the time of registration. Parents will be notified by letter regarding time/stop location prior to the first day of school. Any questions on bus routes should be directed to the Wabash City Schools Administration Office at 563-2151 ext. 3104 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

of its parking lot which enabled the volunteers to offload the animals. “The bottled water that Big R also provide was well received by everyone involved,” Benson continued. “Once again, the Wabash City Police Department wishes to thank everyone for helping resolve this incident as quickly as possible.”

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Dean Dawes, Carolyn Winegardner, Gladys Hall, Glen and Ruth Summers, Donna Russell, Jane Winebrenner, JoAnne and Roscoe Weaver, Mark Coppler, Naomi Cunningham, Lillian Maurer, and Ardis Witkoske. AN UPDATE FROM MALAWI, AFRICA, BY AUSTIN AND SARAH CARROTHERS: From Sarah - Austin “has been able to go out into the villages more this past month. He and an intern have been going out to share the gospel and listen to the local people. I am busy with teaching the kids and have started learning a little bit more Chichewa. The kids are busy with school. Jayden is busy with his animals and helping out in our garden. Allis and Wyatt like to draw and create. Every day is different from the day before.” “Last year Malawi was hit with a drought. People fell behind and were hopeful for this year to catch back up to what was lost. This year was not a good year either. Here at the Gospelink farm harvest in corn and ground nuts (peanuts) were good but several people did not have the money to put out a crop and will contin-

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ue to struggle. We have had people come ask for food or for work. We show them the love of Christ by trying to help as much as we can. We ask for prayer as these people come and seek help. Prices of their relish (tomato, onion, oil, fish, greens) have gone up and continue to rise. The price of corn has also gone up. Corn is the staple food here in Malawi. They grind the corn up into a mush and eat it with their relish. We want to give them hope that even though they are struggling God will never leave them.” BIRTHDAYS: July 21 - Bryan Frehse, Todd Chamberlain, Rachell Webb, Dana Vigar Wright, Angel Shear. July 22 C h r i s t i n e Chamberlain, Walter Case. July 23 - Gary Koerner, Larry Meyer. July 24 - Terry Faust. July 25 - Lindsay Culver, Randy Raver. July 26 - Kelly Penrod. July 27 - Lori Fitch. A N N I V E R SARIES: July 21 Caley and Brodie Stith. July 23 - Troy and Stacy Baer. July 24 - Andy and Nicole Eltzroth, Sam and Katie Leland, Mark and Angela Miller. July 25 - Scott and Kelly Schuler. NEWS ITEMS and/or pictures may be sent to me at 1906 N 100 W, Wabash, IN 46992 or emailed to me a t mamast812@gmail.co m or by calling 260377-9475.

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MHS CROSS COUNTRY BREAKFAST BUFFET will be held on Saturday, July 23, at the Congregational Christian Church from 7-10 a.m. The public is invited to a breakfast buffet of biscuits and gravy, sausage patties and scrambled eggs for a freewill donation. Funds raised with go towards the purchases of Garmin Watches for the team. FUNDRAISING DRIVE FOR VETERAN Bill Teeter. A local group of people have come together to lend a hand to Veteran Bill Teeter and his wife, Dottie. Mariah Tobias shared, “Bill and Dottie Teeter are two of the kindest people you will meet. They give, and they are generous with their gift of giving. If you need a ride, Bill will get you there without hesitation, even if he is short on time. Your time is more important. Dottie has a heart of gold and will do anything for anyone, even if she was busy when you called. It never matters.”

After a bout with illness and other concerns, the Teeter’s home has fallen into disrepair and they are forced to demolish the home. Funds are needed to tear down the house and clear the lot, to bring it back up to town ordinance. Tobias continued, “Being retired and on a restricted budget makes things like this hard to do. Bill is a veteran and served his country. We need to help our fellow man when help is needed. No act of kindness is ever wasted. Please help us return the favor.” Anyone interested in helping the Teeter’s, please contact Colleena Jimenez at 578-0644 or Mariah Tobias. 4th & WALNUT NEIGHBORHOOD BLOCK PARTY: The community is invited to the Block Party at the Corner of 5th & Walnut on Sunday, July 31, from noon until 1:30 p.m. Kids will be invited to share in crafts, games and have a hot dog – all free! Parents are invited too as there will be opportunities to connect and share in activities as well! Contact the Congregational Christian Church at 982-2882 or connections@brightlightccc.o rg for more information. THE CENTER FOR HISTORY is open on Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. If those times don’t work, call the Center and officials will make special arrangements. A $3 admission fee is

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you to everyone who donated items for the silent auction. There were some really nice items. A tractor and truck pull was held also held at the pull field that night. Sponsors were generous in their giving, as well as those who pulled at the event. Most pullers donated at least half, or all, of their winnings back to help out Steve. The Lions Club sold 180 hot dogs and 710 donuts and ran out. Hope everyone enjoyed the evening and thanks to our community and people from all over Wabash County who came to support Steve. Thank you! R O A N N FARMER’S MARKET will continue every Friday, from 46:30 p.m. at the corner of Allen Street and Chippewa. If there is inclement weather, the market will be held at the C o m m u n i t y Building. CHECK OUT the Roann Community

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and a blue-gray to compliment the gray siding at the Fire Station. The board needs to payhalf on scheduling and the remainder upon completion. Currently it has received $650 toward the roof from five donors. With 55 homes in the Frances Slocum Estates, 36 in Mount Vernon and 82 in Somerset there are 73 residences in the area. These homeowners save hundreds of dollars on their homeowners insurance every year because of the Volunteer Fire Department. Rather than paying an insurance company several hundred dollars every year we are hoping that at least 142 could make a one-time $100 donation and it can pay for the roof. Those who file a long form to the IRS and want to use the donation as tax deductible, the board is working with the Lions Club because it is a 501C and a check to them is tax deductible. Those who file a long form 1040 and itemize a $100 charitable donation would only cost you $70.00 if in the 30 percent tax bracket. One may be able to write a check to them but the SRDC will also accept any checks. The board is tax exempt but not a 501C. The SRDC currently pays for the insurance, water and sewage, electricity and propane for the Fire Station. The cost of the roof project will require over 25 percent of the cash bal-

ance and leave it with less than $45,000. The board feels it needs to keep $50,000 to $60,000 in a cash reserve. There will be some kind of fund raisers in the near future also. SOMERSET FIRE Department currently has seven members and needs three more to be at full membership. Current members are Chief Lowell Shelton, Justin Adkins, Dave Howard, Charlie Hunt, Cory McIntire, Ken Miller and Brian Thompson. These are the members of the community that we need to be thankful for. We hope that at least 3 more people can see their way to join the department to ensure it will continue to be here to provide many benefits to our residents. 4TH OF JULY F E S T I V I T E S Somerset residents were treated to a good old fashioned celebration on Saturday night. Between 2 and 3 hundred people were in attendance. Thanks are in order to many people, First and foremost to Travis Miller for the AWESOME fireworks display. Travis is the son of Rick and Marva Miller who live on Bundy Court. Jeff and Tammy Hierholzer, from the Somerset Christian Church, offered the use of the church parking lot and restrooms for the evening. But the best thing they did was at the tennis court. There they set up a table with snacks, ice

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MSD merger vote in question ... continued from the front page and approved at a later time by the board of education,” Gouveia said. The Board has discussed reconfiguring the systems for at least a year, according to Mike Keaffaber, MSD interim superintendent. However, despite a year’s worth of discussions, the Board decided not to include the reconfiguration on Tuesday’s agenda and instead opted to announce it under “Items from the Board,” where it was not listed by name. The Paper of Wabash County is conferring with the Hoosier State Press Association to determine if Tuesday’s vote was legal under the Indiana Open Door Law, Editor Joseph Slacian and General Manager Mike Rees announced. “There are many things involved in this vote that don’t add up,” Slacian said, “none-the-least of which is a board member admitting

this has been discussed numerous times in executive session.” None of the executive session board agendas obtained by The Paper for the past year indicate discussion of reconfiguring the district. “Because of our deadline, we plan to further investigate this situation and hope to have further information in the July 27 edition,” Slacian said. Leading up to the vote Plans for the future of MSD of Wabash County have been discussed for years and, starting last year, the Board began official discussion of reconfiguring the two high schools, according to Keaffaber. However, according to the Board’s minutes from Jan. 13, 2015, to June 16, 2016, no mention of the merger was made during the school board’s regular meetings, which are open to the public.

Leading up to the July 12 meeting, the Board chose not to include the item on the agenda even though all board members unanimously agreed to the final plan after it was announced during “Items from the Board.” “That has been done before in our board meetings and things have been brought up and I’m not 100 percent sure why it was done that way,” Keaffaber told The Paper of Wabash County in a follow up interview. “When it was discussed, one of our issues is we didn’t have a June meeting and that caused some confusion as far as a lot of different things, because we had some special meetings in June and we ended up we were not able to have that June (meeting) … because … we did not have a quorum.” On Tuesday, Gouveia explained it was not the Board’s intention to keep the (continued on page 12)

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Mr. & Mrs. John Knarr John and Bea Knarr of North Manchester celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on July 16. They were married in Dayton, Ohio, on July 16, 1966. Both are graduates of M a n c h e s t e r University where they first met each other. The Knarrs have owned book and computer businesses in North Manchester since 1981. Knarr also taught at several universities

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plans secretive. “There is no reason it was hidden to be secretive,” he said. “This is something that I made comment to at the last meeting that I intended to bring as an action item from a board member, not a specific agenda.” Minutes from the last regular board meeting on June 16 do not state that Gouveia spoke to interim superintendent Keaffaber about the action item. However, within the past month, the Board had three executive session meetings on June 8, June 14 and July 7. The minutes for those meetings are not open for the public. However, the Board announced prior to the meetings that they would only be speaking on “Personnel” matters. According to Indiana code, when governing bodies, such as MSD of

Wabash County, advertise an executive session, “memoranda and minutes must identify the subject matter considered by specific reference to the enumerated instance or instances for which public notice was given.” No other subject matter may be spoken on during the session, the code continued. Leaked A week prior to the reconfiguration announcement and vote on Tuesday, word leaked to the public, who responded by crying foul. Teachers, principals and members of the public packed into the boardroom Tuesday to ask, ‘Why keep this hidden?’ “I don’t know why things are so secretive,” audience member Rosa Sparling said. “This really does mystify me. … I think as a community we should be a lot

more open and communicate a lot more. “We (the public) kind of feel like we’ve been stabbed in the back, our hearts and guts ripped out.” Amy Stearley, Metro North Elementary second grade teacher, voiced her concern that MSD teachers were not told about the decision. “I felt like us educators, the last time this happened, were kept in the dark until the very last minute and all of the decisions had been made,” she said. “We were not part of the decision making process. We were not asked for any input. We were not really allowed to be a part of the problem solving. We were just told this is how it’s going to be.” Teachers connect daily with students and are the go-to contact for parents, Stearley continued. They could have assisted with answering questions and concerns, she said, but “instead of becoming an asset to this whole process, we’ve been left out of it.” Stearley learned about the reconfiguration plans from her eye doctor, she told the board. Sparling said students had informed her. It was not the

Board’s intention to keep it secretive, according to Gouveia. It’s extremely difficult to let a lot of people in on large decisions, added Ryan Rosen, former board member. “That’s not being disrespectful. It’s extremely, extremely hard,” he said. “It’s by no means disrespect to keep teachers and public out of the decision making process. Sometimes it’s just a lot easier if less people know and for some reason (the information) always seems to leak, which always makes it difficult.” This decision was not made easily, according to Sandra Weaver, past MSD superintendent who attended Tuesday’s meeting. “I came this evening to be in support of this group because I know how tough this is,” she said, “and you (Stearley) bring up a very good point about communication and one of the toughest things ... is communications because you say that you feel like you’ve been left out. “It’s never easy to say who you communicate with first and these are hard times for us. … This board has grappled with ‘What is the best answer?’” Some members of the public wished to hear the Board’s reasons and thoughts before commenting. “I’m here on a lot of rumors and hearsay and I didn’t want to come in with accusations because it is all hearsay,” audience member D.J. Marshall asked. “So I guess my question, after we hear you speak to us about this, can we ask questions back?” The Board agreed to open the floor for public comment after the vote. However, MSD School Board meetings are for informational purposes open only, Gouveia explained. “Our meetings are business meetings that are held in public. They are not quote ‘public meetings,’ which means when we hear public comment we are under no obligation by law or rule to answer you,” he said. “However, in the

eight plus years that I’ve served on here, we have gone to lengths to always engage the public and answer questions the best we can.” The Board’s reaction Gouveia was emotional as he made the official motion to accept the reconfiguration plans on Tuesday night. He cited declining enrollment and maximizing the educational benefits for students as key factors which brought the board to their decision. “Not all decisions are easy,” Gouveia said, “but I was elected as were my peers to represent the constituency of the Metropolitan School District of Wabash County and in doing so have the trust to take the fiscal resources and make sure they are deploring the maximum benefit to the students of MSD of Wabash County. “We had to bat around a few things in the wake of declining enrollment. How do we do that and maximize the educational opportunities that we provide our students? You look around this county in particular, MSD by far serves the students the best with the number of our AP courses, dual credit courses and particularly the opportunities that we afford our second semester juniors and seniors to attend off-campus college classes. “We have faced challenges that other districts in our state have yet to start to tackle,” he continued, “and those around us that want to tackle them, do it on the backs of our taxpayers. I, for one, will not allow that. I don’t have all the answers tonight (but) there will be answers coming.” After the vote, the other board members joined Gouveia and expressed how difficult the decision was to shut down a school and merge the two high schools. “I hope the public understands that this isn’t a knee-jerk reaction,” Board member Troy Baer said. “We’ve been looking at all kinds of alter-

natives for a long time, a lot of executive sessions, and when you devote yourself academically and fiscally with an informed decision, I think it makes all the sense in the world to explore that.” It’s also important to note the academic component to this move, according to Todd Dazey, board member. “As we’ve been aware for the last year or so, last I believe we said between Northfield and Southwood high schools there were 51 class periods that met daily with less than 10 students per class,” he explained. “That’s a really inefficient way of doing business. … (It’s) better to equip ourselves for the 21st century and for that reason alone, I am in fair of this motion.” MSD of Wabash County had to become more efficient and do things the right way, according to Matt Driscoll, board president. “Do I like this? No. I wish we could continue the way it is,” Driscoll said. “I don’t know how many years I’ve been on here, but short after I got on (the Board) we had a guy come in because we were going to have to … make classrooms at Sharp Creek because there wasn’t enough room for the kids. “Wabash changed so drastically in that 18 years, it’s amazing. … And our population has declined and we have to do something fiscal because we have tax payers that expect a good education … for these kids.” Afterthought Following the vote, several audience members voiced positive positions on the merger. “I, for one, as a parent of five children that are all going to be involved in this school system … I’m cautiously optimistic and honestly a little excited about this for the future of my children and the education that I hope that they can get,” David Pefley said. Audience member Heather Hunsberger added that the meeting on Tuesday had been very helpful in

understanding the Board’s decision. “I think it’s very important that the public know your hearts and what’s going on in figures,” Hunsberger said. She also suggested opening the decision about school names, mascots and culture to the public. “I think that getting the community excited about the new school and giving it a new identity, I think that’s going to be one of the best ways to help the kids feel like they’re making a new community and a fresh start and these kids aren’t just going to somebody else’s turf,” Hunsberger explained. Stearley thanked the Board for their explanations during the meeting. Parents should think about their children before pulling them from MSD because of the merger, she said following the vote. “The hardest thing about change is getting used to it and there’s always a lot of emotion in the beginning,” she said, “but people do tend to get used to it. I know there are a lot of high emotions running right now, but I hope that parents do what’s best for your kids, but one of the things that’s best for your kids is allow them to retain their close-knit friendships. “I really feel like we’re (hearing) a lot of people out there saying they’re going to rip their children out of school without really thinking long term what the best thing is for their child.” It is going to be difficult for the students to transition, she continued. “But at least they’re going to go with their friends and they’re going to graduate with those kids that they have gone through school with,” Stearley said, “and I think in the long run, that is more important than one season on a team and so I hope that now that this has been (announced) … now people have a year to get used to the idea and I hope that you all will be sensitive to all the emotions out there.”

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10th annual Chair Affair to honor dedicated educator on Aug. 20 By The Paper staff The 10th annual Chair Affair is nearly a month away on Aug. 20 and members of the community are gearing up to donate both creative chairs and funds to supporting two Wabash County charities. Sponsored by Guenin Law Office, the Chair Affair will take place in conjunction with the Wabash Garden Festival at

Paradise Spring Historical Park. The Chair Affair committee has chosen to dedicate the 2016 event to the memory of Cheryl Koehler, a strong supporter of the event who died in a car accident last November. Koehler was also a retired schoolteacher and owner of Mrs. K’s Tutoring at the time of her death. The committee said that they are going to

miss Koehler’s creations and want to honor her and her dedication to teaching and children at this year’s Chair Affair. To do so, Koehler’s son recommended giving the event’s funds to any charity involving education and children. Therefore, the Chair Affair’s 2016 charities will be Blessings in a Backpack and The Active Teachers

Grant Fund in association with the Retired Teachers Association. Blessings in a Backpack provides a backpack filled with food for a child in need to take home for the weekend. The Active Teachers Grant Fund allows teachers to apply for a grant to purchase items for their classrooms that are not in the budget. All money raised in the Chair Affair auc-

tion will stay in Wabash County. This year, event goers will see entries by Wabash Middle School and Sharp Creek Elementary School students. The students have worked hard to come up with some amazing chairs. The committee encourages parents and grandparents to make plans now to attend, vote and stay for the auction to support the children and

Arc of Wabash County recognizes excellence at annual dinner By The Paper staff Arc of Wabash County honored its staff, patrons and community members on Tuesday night, July 12, at the annual Arc of Wabash County Meeting and Awards Dinner. This year, the dinner recognized 22 staff for their years of service and awarded five individuals for their hard work over the past year. Arc’s Board of Directors also recognized two members of the community and one business for their support of the organization. Arc is a private, notfor-profit organization located at 595 S. Miami Street in Wabash, which has provided programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1954. It is also a Wabash County United Fund Agency. Before the award ceremony, Board President Nancy Hoffman presented the organization’s annual report to the membership for the fiscal year that ended on June 30. Hoffman also recognized 22 Arc employees for their years of service spanning from five years to 40 years. Finally, she shared some of the organization’s major accomplishments as well as information about Arc’s programs and services. She ended the report by thanking all of the staff, board members and the families for helping to make Arc the success that it is today. Hoffman, together with Program Director Linda

Arc of Wabash County honored its employees, enrolled-individuals and friends at the organization’s annual Meeting and Awards Dinner on Tuesday, July 12, at the Honeywell Center. Those recognized include (front row, from left) Award for Personal Growth recipient Kayla Rasmussen, Community Award recipient Janet Shoue, Outstanding Merit Award recipient John White, (back row, from left) Benefactor of the Year Award recipient Doug Adams, Volunteer of the Year Award recipient Amy Moore, Employee of they Year Award recipient Grace Parker, Shelter Worker of the Year Award recipient Alexandra Traver, (not pictured) Benefactor of the Year Award recipient Pat Lynn and Industry of the Year Award recipient Holly Pfeiffer. Photo provided Johnson, then presented two 2016 Arc Benefactor of the Year awards Doug Adams and Pat Lynn for their many years of service and support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages in Wabash County. Janet Shoue, executive director of F.I.S.H., received the 2016 Community Award. F.I.S.H is a nonprofit, faith-based food pantry at which individuals enrolled in Arc services regularly volunteer. Dexter Axle received the 2016 Industry of the Year Award for the many years of subcontract work they provide for Arc workers. Holly Pfeiffer, Human Resources Manager at Dexter Axle, received the award on behalf

of the company. To end the night, Johnson recognized five Arc-enrolled individuals for their efforts and selfgrowth throughout the past year. Johnson presented the Arc 2016 Award for Personal Growth to Kayla Rasmussen for the strides she’s made in terms of her good quality work, developing meaningful relationships and her cheerful, positive attitude. Amy Moore accept-

ed the 2016 Volunteer of the Year Award. Moore volunteered at the Lighthouse Mission Thrift Store where she has discovered a genuine desire to help others. Her giving heart is refreshing and her positive attitude is contagious, according to Hoffman. Alexandra Traver received the Arc 2016 Sheltered Worker of the Year for her tremendous work ethic. She is a steady, reliable worker who

produces good quality work, and she has the tenacity to stick with unfamiliar tasks until she learns to do them accurately, Hoffman said. Arc’s 2016 C o m m u n i t y Employee of the Year Award was presented to Grace Parker for her quality work at the Honeywell Center. Parker is dependable, she strives to go above and beyond expectations, and she is eager to work whenever she is needed, Hoffman noted. The final award of the evening was presented to John White. He was honored as Arc’s 2016 Award for Outstanding Merit for his strong work ethic, reliability and positive spirit. White’s overall performance deserves special admiration and praise and he is a true role model for others, according to Hoffman. Pastor Jeremy Yeadon of Zion Lutheran Church in Wabash closed the evening with a prayer.

the charities. Pre-registration is appreciated, but chair submissions will be accepted on the day of the event as well. Entry drop-off will be from 8-9 a.m. on Aug. 20 at the Paradise Spring Historical Park. Public voting will begin at 9 a.m. and end at 2 p.m. The votes will then be counted and awards will take place at 2:30 p.m. The categories are Business/Organizatio n and Individual. First and second place in each category will be awarded. Wabash County’s 2016 Festival Queen Makayla Ridgeway will also pick her favorite and it will receive an award. The charity auction will begin immediately following awards. Tony Stout

Auctioneering Service will donate his time to auction the chairs and Wabash True Value will provide a tent for displaying the chairs. 2015 was a record setting year with 30 entries, which raised $1,400 at the auction. The committee said they would love to surpass last year’s record as they raise money to make a difference in the lives of Wabash County children while honoring the memory of a beloved teacher and friend. If any person would like to create a chair for the event and is in need of one, contact Diane Guenin at 260571-7295. For more information, contact Chris Benson at 260-569-9391 or Sara Correll at 260571-9949.

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with those students headed to Metro North Elementary School. The decision was made with little public discussion and no input from the public. “I don’t understand why MSD parents were not involved in this decision,” Jake and Tiffany Taylor wrote. “Yes, we knew the idea has been thrown around for years but to hear a final decision has been made and plastered on social media before it had been officially discussed is appalling. Shame on you.” Steven and Patricia Hazelwood wrote, “They don’t care about the kids or the parents.” Some parents were upset by the increased busing that will be involved, sending students both north and south, depending on what school they attend. “The school board is voted on by the public and should represent us as such,” Clint Enyeart said. “Are you listening school board? We don’t want to be commuting our kids across county for school activities. Time is money and this is our time and money.” Sonia Poe wrote, “I think this is going to be a disaster. This means kids who live in Roann will be bussed clear across the county to Southwood. Kids who are already on a bus for 45 minutes just to get to Metro North, Sharp Creek or Northfield. Then closing Sharp Creek, one of the newer schools in the county. “There will be jobs lost, and this is better for everyone?” she continued. “How is this better? Better for whom? Obviously not for parents, teachers,

cooks, principals and office staffs. Definitely not better for our children. So someone tell me who is this better for? Don’t tell me change is good. Tell this to these kids who will have to ride a bus for hours everyday. “Wabash County Metropolitan School District is the only ones who are profiting from this decision!” Others are concerned with larger classes for their children. “I don’t see how this will benefit the students,” Tonna Yoder wrote. “As it’s been said, bigger classes, less one-on-one time. We bought a house in the Northfield school district because I wanted my daughter in a small school with small classes. … If I wanted my child in a

school where she wouldn’t matter I would’ve moved to Huntington or Warsaw. I wanted her in a school where teachers would actually know and care about you.” Not all the comments were against the change and the board, however. “It seems I’m in the minority, but I think it’s a great idea,” Tia Forthofer wrote. “This will give kids more opportunities, as the school will be able to afford more extracurricular physical and academic activities. They will have more class options and more teachers to have a more diverse teaching staff. Crystal Teague agreed. “I grew up in Silver Lake and was transported to Warsaw

High School every day,” she wrote. “People don’t deal

with change well but we all need to focus on reality and set a good

example for our kids. I loved high school and I graduated with

over 400 classmates. Let’s all stay positive for our kids’ sake.”

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County to hear request to fund Lagro bicycle trail...continued from the front page lion-dollar renovation, liability insurance for the county, contractual services, holiday lighting, 4-H grant, animal shelter allocation, co. farm infrastructure, jail complex, central dispatch communication just to name a few. “In my opinion these have absolutely nothing to do with enhancing economic development, and if you put the Wabash River Trail beside these and compare benefits, it is a common sense answer.” In addition to the above expenses out of our CEDIT fund, the county has other line items that do have an opportunity to enhance the local economy, but commissioners also budget monies to line items that go unspent, he continued. “In my opinion, when our county council adopted the CEDIT tax, it was done to help increase our local economy,” Ridenour said. “It’s true, the state did change the laws on allowable expenditures — as often the case — and that money may be spent for almost any allowable expense of county government and that has been exactly how it has been used. I firmly believe if we are not going to use the CEDIT money on true economic development projects to give our county a fighting chance in competing for jobs, new homes, investment in property, increasing income tax revenue from other than our own residents, then we should seriously consider eliminating it or lowering the rate to just enough to cover our few expenses that are economic development related. “What has been done in the past by using these funds for unrelated expense is doing nothing more than perpetuating county government general fund spending.” As for Ford’s request, Ridenour said he invited her to speak to the council. “Amy Ford did not seek me out to discuss this. I heard of her project and approached her to get information,” he said. “After hearing her plans, I told her that I felt it was a project worthy of CEDIT monies, and asked her to speak to council.”

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Randy Curless, Claude Markstahler, Matt Dillon, Jeff Dawes, Kyle Bowman and Bill Ruppel have all said they support the concept of the bike trail. However, all but Ruppel told The Paper that they are not using CEDIT funds for the project. “I don’t think that’s where our focus needs to be right now,” Markstahler said. “We know we’re going to need a jail and some regular business items. I certainly would not want to put money into a private enterprise when we have fiscal county things that we are not meeting right now. “We our borrowing money from departments – from county highway, we’ve borrowed CEDIT money from the commissioners that we have not paid back – so I would hate to get another money trail until we do something with the jail and something firm with other distractions.” Council member Matt Dillon also spoke against using CEDIT for the trail. “Right now I’m against it,” he said. “It’s a lot of money to give away. I think a lot of people are getting tired of the heavy spending, so I’m kind of taking that to heart.” Bowman missed the June meeting, as his wife was giving birth to the couple’s second daughter. However, he did say he has talked with other council members and studied up on the request. “Where I stand now on it is I think it would be great for the county to happen but with the finances the way they are in the county right now … I’m a big numbers guy, and just seeing the numbers right now, I support the project and I hope it goes through, but right now I can’t see myself approving CEDIT funds to be used for it,” he said.

Cart before the horse? Curless supports the concept of the River Trail, but he wonders if the request is putting the cart before the horse. “This something I talked with Bill Konyha (former president and CEO of the E c o n o m i c Development Group of Wabash County) about

several years ago,” he said. “We struggle to get jobs in here. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with ‘let’s make Wabash a bedroom committee.’ Let them work in Fort Wayne or Warsaw, and those dollars are going to come back here. “I really support the concept of making this… the community to live in. That being said, with everything else going on, is it the cart before the horse? Do you try to use that CEDIT money harder to get more jobs in here

versus using it to put in a trail?” Curless noted that the commissioners control the distribution of CEDIT funds, and he would like to check with them to see if there are any projects in the works that will need the funds. “This is one thing you’ve got to keep in mind, you’ve got to have a reserve setting here, because if you were to have some company come in, but they really needed something to bring 50 or 70 jobs in here, they’re

going to need it and they’re going to need it now,” he said. “CEDIT brings us in $750,000 a year, or something like that, so we can’t sit here and say, ‘Yes, we can do that but we have to wait a year.’ So you need to have a million in reserve, or something, to present to an opportunity that might present itself. But to me, CEDIT needs to be for exactly what they’re saying, economic growth. If pressed, he said, he would vote against using CEDIT for the

trail. “I guess at this time, if you’re going to make me say yes or no, I’m probably going to say no, with all the reservations that we talked about,” Curless said. “It is important to understand that I see a value to it, but is it a cart before the horse? Is there other things we need to spend money on right now, and then keep this in the back of our mind.

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Ruppel was the only member of the council that wouldn’t publicly say if he was for or against using the funds. “I feel that committing to something like that this early, before we know what we’re going to need in the budget,” he said, “there are other things that are more pressing, I believe. “I’ll sit and listen to it, but they’re going to have to prove it’s pretty (continued on page 18)

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on the budget. “They asked for the grant (from NRCI),” he continued. “If that grant comes through, then they’re going to ask the county for tax dollars, because we’re members of it, they’re going to ask us to put up the first 20 percent. Well, if we put up $1.2 (million) and then have to put up another 20 percent to get the grant, that’s going to cause some problems.” The county also has a jail problem, Ruppel reminded. “Right now we’re using two different county jails to keep people in because Miami’s running out of space,” he said. “The state says you’ve got to look at doing something. “We’ve had a study done, but we’ve not put any money back. I’m scared that the state’s going to come in, or the courts will say, ‘You have to build a new jail.’ If they do that, county council, in our area of us controlling the area of taxes, will be given to the state. If

we at least start something, they said even start a building fund and put some money in it each year, then we would keep control of it and not have the state force us to do something. “As you go, then they can look at it and say, ‘Well look they’re putting money back, they’re looking into it, they’ve had a study done, now they’re going to have some designs made.’ But you have to have some money there to do it. You just can’t have special appropriations. And, I think, some of the money from CEDIT can do it.” Ruppel also reminded that taxing will change in 2017. “There are still those three pots (CEDIT, CAGIT and LOIT), but it all comes in under (Local Option Income Tax) next year,” he said. “It doesn’t come in as a special CEDIT. It’s up to us how we divvy it up. So using that money, and where some of the caps are hitting, we’re pretty

tight on budget. We’re going to have to think and choose what they’re going to need.” Ruppel also echoed Curless’ concern about the land acquisition. “We’re talking about the first leg,” he said. “If you build the first leg, what happens if the people don’t give you any land to do it? Now you’ve got a place to nowhere. Just a little place around Lagro. “I believe more proof that it’s going to be from Huntington all the way to Peru.”

CVB funding Curless, Bowman and Ruppel all noted that the county is helping to fund Visit Wabash County’s request for an additional $150,000. The City of Wabash will split the funding with the county, using money from CEDIT. Tourism Director Christine Flohr requested the additional appropriation at April’s Wabash County Council meeting. At the May 16 City Council meeting,

Mayor Scott Long announced that the city would split the cost with the county. Curless and Bowman said they agreed to fund Visit Wabash County because of a thorough presentation that Tourism Director Christine Flohr presented them. “I support the visitor’s thing because I see it as growth through money coming in,” Curless said. Bowman noted, “Recently we approved or gave the go-ahead to use the CEDIT funds for tourism avenue. A lot of that decision was based on the analytics they had to show the benefit to the county.” Ruppel said he believes that the $150,000 given to Visit Wabash County will bring more in than the bike trail. “That’s my own personal opinion,” he said.

City involvement

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WEEKLY REPORTS

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Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Accidents July 8 At 10:34 a.m., a vehicle driven by Leeann R. McHaney, 28, Wabash, was southbound on SR 13 when she collided with a vehicle driven by Merle T. Templin, 74, Converse. At 3:01 p.m., a vehicle driven by Elizabeth M. Hendricks, 18, Wabash, was traveling southbound on SR 50 East when she lost control of the vehicle in a steep curve. She crossed into the northbound lane, eventually left the roadway and came to rest in a heavy brush between trees. At 6:15 p.m., a vehicle driven by Joshua M. Vollmar, 33, Huntington, was traveling west on SR 114 when he swerved to avoid a collision with another vehicle, left the roadway and collided with a utility pole.

July 9 At 5:22 p.m., a vehicle driven by Christa N. Murray, 20, Urbana, was traveling southbound on SR 13 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck.

July 11 At 5:34 a.m., a vehicle driven by James A. Leazenby, 59, Wabash, was eastbound on U.S. 24 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck.

July 13 At 6:40 a.m., a vehicle driven by Ruth A. Downam, 51, Marion, was eastbound on Division Road when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. Bookings Kody T. Weeks, 31, Jonesboro, misdemeanor failure to appear on check deception charge. Christopher R. Hall, 30, Peru, felony possession of a narcotic drug. Anthony W. Sumner, 46, North Manchester, misdemeanor operating while intoxicated. Dylan Piker, 23,

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Charles E. “Chuck” Leeka, 86, of Wabash, died at 3:20 a.m., Sunday, July 17, 2016, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. He was born Dec. 1, 1929 in Terre Haute, to Hugh P. and Mary Ester (Weston) Leeka. Chuck first married Nancy J. (Latchem) Lutz in Angola, on May 11, 1956; she died Dec. 18, 1999. He then married Janet (Kennedy) Conner at Warvel Park in North Manchester on June 27, 2004. Chuck served in the United States Navy, and was an owner/agent for State Farm Insurance in Wabash. He attended the First United Methodist Church in Wabash, and was a member of the Wabash Elks Lodge. He enjoyed working sudoku puzzels and word jumbles, and reading. He is survived by his wife, Janet Leeka of Wabash, stepdaughter-in-law, Jane Lutz of Wabash; four stepchildren, Steve (Deb) Conner of Urbana, Larry (Brenda) Conner of Wabash, Susan (Mike) Jennings of Huntington, and Beth (Randy) Hayslett of Wabash; sister, Frances Kruger of Henderson, Nev., 17 grandchildren, and 33 great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his parents, stepson, Paul W. “Pat” Lutz, five brothers, and two sisters. A celebration of Chuck’s life will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Kurt Freeman officiating. Friends may call 5-8 pm Wednesday at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Wabash First United Methodist Church. The memorial guest book for Chuck may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Charles W. Betten, 88, North Manchester, died at 12:25 a.m. Friday, July 15, 2016, in Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He was born March 24, 1928, in Gridley, Ill., to Charlie and Nora (Finck) Betten. He graduated from Washington Center High School, Whitley County. He served in the U. S. Army in World War II. On Aug. 27, 1950, he married Janice Shaffer. She died Aug. 1, 2006. Charles was a retired farmer and a life member of the American Legion No.286, North Manchester, a member of the Eel River Masonic Lodge No.510, a member of Knights Templar, Huntington, life member of the Knights of the York Cross of Honor and a life member of the World War II Memorial Society. He loved singing and playing the piano. He is survived by his companion, Norma Weeda, Fort Wayne; daughters, Becky (Jason) Krampton, Valparaiso, and Kathy (Jeffrey) Smith, North Manchester; grandchildren, Angela Fellars, Melissa McKillip & Michael Rodriguez, and five greatgrandchildren. One son, Jeffrey L. Betten, died March 19, 1977. Visitation was Monday, July 18, 2016, atMcKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Graveside services were Monday, at Fairview Cemetery, Servia. Pastor J. P. Freeman will officiate. For those who wish to honor the memory of Charles W. Betten, memorial contributions may be made to D.A.V. Wabash County, 1 W. Hill St., Wabash, IN 46992. Private condolences to the Betten family can be sent at mckeemortuary.com.

Brenda King, 61 Brenda K. King, 61, of rural Denver, died at 6:48 p.m., Sunday, July 17, at Columbus Regional Hospital, in Columbus. She is survived by her husband, Don King. Services are pending at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service. Kokomo, misdemeanor public intoxication. Nicholas Booher, 26, Warren, misdemeanor failure to stop for an accident and felony petition to revoke probation on possession of a syringe charge. Jonathan L. Purnell, 25, Peru, misdemeanor driving while suspended with prior and misdemeanor conversion. Jordan T. Sadler, 19, Wabash, two counts misdemeanor minor possession and consumption of alcohol and misdemeanor petition to revoke probation on possession of a controlled substance charge. Chelsie R. Byrns, 25, North Manchester, misdemeanor operator never licensed. Hayley N. Martin, 25, Warren, misdemeanor petition to revoke probation on

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By The Paper staff A Warsaw man was severely injured in a two-vehicle crash at 11:45 a.m. Monday, July 18, at the intersection of U.S. 24 at State Road 115. According to a news release from the Indiana State Police: The preliminary crash investigation by Trooper Ben Reason revealed that A 2008 International dump truck owned by the Indiana Department of Transportation she struck a vehicle driven by Bryan D. Corn, 38, Wabash. July 12 At 3:28 p.m., a vehicle driven by Richard L. Weidner, 63, Wabash, was northbound on Cass Street when he collided with a vehicle driven by Elaine M. Keller, 64, Wabash. At 8:20 p.m., a vehicle driven by Klayton R. Helsel, 16, Wabash, was southbound on Vernon Street when he lost control of his vehicle due to tire traction, left the roadway and struck a telephone pole. July 13

and driven by Jeremy Boggs, 30, Huntington, was southbound on State Road 115. Boggs failed to yield to cross traffic on U.S. 24 and hit an eastbound 2016 Honda Odyssey van driven by Harold Huston, 79, Warsaw, in the driver’s side door. Huston was flown from the crash scene, by Lutheran medical helicopter, to a Fort Wayne hospital. He sustained a severe leg injury. Shirley Huston, 76,

Warsaw, IN, a passenger in the van, was transported by ambulance to Dukes Memorial Hospital. She suffered non-life threatening injuries. Boggs was not injured. This is an ongoing investigation, but at this time neither the use of alcohol nor narcotics is suspected as having contributed to this crash. Boggs was issued a traffic citation for failure to yield to cross traffic.

At 11:48 a.m., a vehicle driven by Peggy L. Morris, 65, Roann, was exiting the YMCA parking lot, turning left onto Cass Street, when she lost control of her vehicle and exited the roadway. She then struck a railroad crossing buck sign and collided with the railroad tracks before eventually colliding with a utility pole. At 5:49 p.m., a semitractor-trailer driven by Patrick E. Gregory, 30, Indianapolis, was southbound on Thorne Street when his truck hit a tree limb and caused it to fall and strike a legally parked vehicle.

Gregory was cited for driving a commercial vehicle off truck route. July 14 At 8:06 p.m., a vehicle driven by Charlotte F. Bennett, 72, Wabash, was backing out of a driveway on North Comstock when she struck a legally parked vehicle. Citations July 9 Heath E. Harman, 30, Urbana, expired plate. Casey M. Redman, 29, Wabash, false and fictitious registration.

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Indiana Department of Transportation officials check out the accident scene. Photo by Emma Rausch ISP Trooper Ben Reason investigated the

crash. Also on the scene were Wabash Fire

July 12 Whitney K. Rowe, 31, Wabash, no registration plate and no financial representation.

July 14 At 8:33 p.m., 1200 block of SR 114 West for medical assist.

July 13 Levi D. Stoats, 23, Wabash, speeding.

Chad M. Vigar to Liberty Vigar, quitclaim deed. John P. and Laurale K. Kreps to Kelly D. Martin, warranty deed. Jaron J. and Erica M. Jones to Cynthia and Joseph A. Bell, warranty deed. Larry H. and Carolyn J. Urschel to John T. and Brooklyn Guenin, warranty deed. David Wampler to Gregory W. and Erin M. Miller, quitclaim deed. M a n c h e s t e r E c o n o m i c Development to Shepherd Family Real Estate, corporate deed. William E. and Vickie J. Tackett to Armando Guerrero, quitclaim deed. Shepherd Chevrolet Inc. to Shepherd Family Real Estate, corporate deed. Shepherd Family Real Estate to Town of North Manchester, corporate deed. B u r k h a r t Advertising Inc. to Brian W. Mallow, corporate deed. Metz Associates LLC to Brian W. Mallow, warranty deed. Sherry R. Landis to Don T. Dangerfield Jr., warranty deed. Robert J. and Kristi D. Lundquist to Philip E. Schlemmer and Maynard L. Shellhammer, warranty deed. Marilyn L. Fischer to James A. Harding, quitclaim deed. James and Angie Gatchel to Dale E. and Teresa D. Amburgey, warranty deed. David P. Curtis to David P. and Susan B. Curtis, deed. Lalon E. Allen to

North Manchester Accidents July 13 At 12:28 p.m., a vehicle driven by Joyce McBride, 79, North Manchester, struck a parked vehicle in the 1700 block of SR 114 West. July 15 At 8:26 p.m., a vehicle driven by Marsha R. Jones, 62, North Manchester, struck a mailbox in the 500 block of West 9th Street. Citations July 11 Jacob L. Listenberger, 29, Fort Wayne, false and fictitious vehicle registration. Garrett D. Callison, 19, North Manchester, seatbelt violation. July 14 At 6:31 p.m., Jon E. Siebrase, 60, North Manchester, speeding. Cases July 11 At 8:21 p.m., battery report taken in the 100 block of SR 114 East. July 13 At 5:36 p.m., theft report taken in the 1200 block of SR 114 West. Arrests July 11 Chelsie R. Burns, 25, North Manchester, operating a vehicle while never licensed. July 16 James A. Reed, 38, Wabash, driving while suspended. Fire

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Donna M. Persley, 81 Retired from RCA Oct. 11, 1934 – July 7, 2016

Donna Marie Persley, 81, of Jonesboro, died at 9:30 p.m., Thursday, July 7, 2016, at her home. She was born Oct. 11, 1934, in Wabash, to LeRoy Farthing and Grace (Stevens) Patton. She is survived by her daughter, three stepgrandchildren, and five great-stepgrandchildren. Visitation and funeral services were Thursday, July 14, 2016, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with John Cook officiating. Entombment will be in the Chapel of Remembrance Mausoleum at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash.

Jerry L. Mendenhall, 65 Air Force Veteran March 12, 1951 - July 13, 2016

Jerry L. Mendenhall, 65, passed away July 13, 2016 at Parkview Regional Hospital after a brief illness from cancer. He was born on March 12, 1951 to Jack and Helen (Brown) Mendenhall in Wabash, Indiana. He was proud to have served his country in the Air Force and 122nd Tactical Fighter Wing. Survivors include his wife, Susan, his daughter, son, stepson, two sisters, and six grandchildren. A memorial service was held on July 16 to celebrate his life.

Michael Rose, 33 Jan. 15, 1983 – July 14, 2016

Michael Scott Rose, 33, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 1:30 am, Thursday, July 14, 2016 at his home. He was born January 15, 1983 in Wabash, to Tim Rose and Angela Marie (Johnson) Stacy. He is survived by his father and stepmother, mother and stepfather, a daughter, two brothers, five stepbrothers and stepsisters, and four grandparents. Visitation and funeral services were Monday, July 18, 2016 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Burial was in Murphy Cemetery, Wabash.

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Jason D. Allen, 32

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Wabash native Aug. 22, 1983 – July 14, 2016

Jason Daniel Allen, 32, Lansford, N.D., died Thursday, July 14, 2016, at a Minot, N.D., hospital. He was born Aug. 22, 1983, in Wabash, to Dan and Jennifer (Crull) Allen. He graduated from Lawrence Central High School, Indianapolis, IN, in 2002. He was a member of Woodlawn United Methodist Church in Somerset. Jason Allen married Sarita Lozensky on Sept. 22, 2010, in Minot. Jason was the best father, husband, brother, son and friend. He was just the best no matter what hat he wore. He loved his family and would do everything possible to make sure they were all OK. Hunting, racing and trucking were what he loved to do. He was stubborn and was never afraid to fight for what he wanted. He loved to pick on others and make them laugh. He was greatly loved by his family, friends and community. Suriving are his: wife, Sarita Allen, Lansford; son, Gabriel Allen, at home; father, Dan (Lisa) Allen, Wabash; mother, Jennifer (Gary) James, Logan, W.Va.; in-laws, Vance and Marian Lozensky; sisters, Cherish Allen, Wabash, Kayla (Robert) Tauteris, Grovertown; stepsister, April DeVore, Wabash; grandparents, Ann Allen, Bradenton, Fla.; Vicki (Mike) Nottingham, LaBelle, Fla,; stepgrandparent, Joan Young, Somerset; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Jason was preceded in death by: grandparents, David and Velma Crull and Floyd Allen; and stepgrandfather, David Young. Funeral: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 20, 2016, at Zion Lutheran Church, Mohall, ND. Family Service: 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at the church. Visitation: noon to 5:00 p.m., at Brose Funeral Home, Mohall, ND. A Celebration of Life memorial will be held at Woodlawn United Methodist Church in Somerset at a later set date.

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A tractor driven by Alec Lorenz rests across a median over the Mississinewa Reservoir bridge. Photo provided

Accident shuts down SR 13 bridge By The Paper staff A Tuesday evening accident of the State Road 13 bridge over the Mississinewa Reservoir shut down the bridge for more than five hours. At approximately 5 p.m. Tuesday, the Wabash County S h e r i f f ’ s Department respond-

ed to the crash on the bridge, which is currently under construction and restricted to one lane traffic. A farm tractor pulling a hay bailer, driven by Alec S. Lorenz, age; 17, Kokomo, was southbound on S.R 13 through the construction zone, when

he lost control of the tractor. The tractor drove over a steel barricade and came to rest on top of the barricade. Lorenz was not injured in the incident. The road and bridge were closed while crews from the Wabash County EMA, Indiana

Department of Transportation and the towing service, evaluated and cleared the scene. Assisting at the scene was the Noble Township Fire Department, Wabash County EMA, and the Department of Natural Resources.

Pathfinder client has dream come true at spa day By The Paper staff

Angela Culver tends to Pam Brewer during her day of pampering. Photo provided

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Pathfinder Services recently partnered with Uptown Style to make Pam Brewer’s dream of a day of pamering a reality. Brewer, served by the Wabash office of P a t h f i n d e r Community Supports, made her wish known to her staff and thanks to generous donations from community members through Pathfinder Services’ Dream Fund and service donations from Uptown Style, Pam enjoyed a complete spa day. “Pam is always smiling and continues to stay pleasant no matter the situation,” said Beth Stodgell, Brewer’s house manager. “She rarely asks for anything, so being able to give her this spa day is very special for her.” Pam recently visitDavid Champion, 57. Levi Parson, 22, and Brittany Osborne, 19. Samantha L. Grumpp, 27, and Joseph D. Osborne, 33. Regina M. Bruce, 39, and Caleb N. Marks, 28.

ed Uptown Style and was treated to a massage by Tina Siler, manicure, pedicure and hair color by Angela Culver, and a facial by Tabbatha Miley. Following the spa day, Pam, Beth, her brother Randy Brewer and his house manager, Curt Alexander all enjoyed dinner at Market Street Grill. This is the third dream that Pathfinder Services has been a part of granting. In 2013, Kammy Updegrove and her sister, Kimm, were given a hot air balloon ride thanks to the many donations given to the Pathfinder Services Dream Fund. Kammy has a diagnosis of Down syndrome and at the time of the hot air balloon ride, had also been recently diagnosed with

dementia. The second dream fulfillment occurred in May of this year when John Baker was given a ride around Huntington in a brand new Camaro donated by Pace Chevrolet. The Pathfinder Services’ Dream Fund is now backed by a committee and has a goal of touching the lives of at least three more individuals who have a dream and are served by Pathfinder

Community Supports or Pathfinder Kids Kampus by the end of October. Those who would like to make a monetary or in-kind donation to help the dreams of those who are served by Pathfinder Services become a reality, please visit .pathfinderservices.org/donate or contact Chris West at cwest@pathfinderservices.org or 260356-0500.

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July 20, 2016

Wabash County welcomes Pokemon Go By David PurvisFenker and Emma Rausch news@thepaperofwabash.com

Wabash County residents are outside and on the go with the new mobile app, Pokemon Go. When it launched in the U.S. on Wednesday, July 6, the mobile app took Pokemon fans out of their homes and into local parks, storefronts and churches all for the purpose of becoming a Pokemon trainer. For those unfamiliar with the app, Pokemon Go is based off of Nintendo’s Pokemon game series, the previous versions of which are playable on Nintendo handheld gaming systems such as the Game Boy and Nintendo DS. The series has also produced movies and television shows as well as a trading card game. Essentially, players must walk around in their towns and parks to find and catch different types of Pokemon, a virtual “pocket monster” that has various elemental abilities. The new app is great for both the

trainer and the Wabash County community, according to Christine Flohr, Wabash County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau executive director of tourism. “It’s another way for our residents to engage their community and discover new places in a different light,” she told The Paper of Wabash County. “It’s a new way to interact with the place that they live, so they’re going to see it from a different perspective because of that type of interaction.” The game involves trainers with the community by encouraging the players to stop at local landmarks, or designated PokeStops, to gain in-app items, such as Pokeballs or lures. In Wabash, these PokeStops can be found at the Wabash County Courthouse, Paradise Spring Historical Park, along Market and Canal streets or at local churches such as First United Methodist Church on Cass Street. In North Manchester, trainers can also walk by the North Manchester

Public Library or M a n c h e s t e r University to visit PokeStops, where they can restock their supplies and collect Pokemon eggs. These stops were set at random when the game first opened in the U.S. PokeStops can also be found at museums, art installations, historical markers and monuments, according to the app’s Google Play listing. The North Manchester Public Library openly welcomes players. So far, the library’s programming staff have caught at least two Pokemon while at the library, according to Amy Acree, library director. “We’re thrilled to be a Pokestop because we encourage anything that will get people to the library,” Acree said. Two staff members also plan to attend an upcoming Indiana State Library workshop p concerning library programming with Pokemon Go, the library director continued. “We’re hoping to do some programming with it coming up real soon,” she said. Local businesses

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Department Chief Steve Olsen cautions players about where they search for Pokemon. Although not locally, across the nation, officers have reported some Pokemon Go players have been arrested for trespassing on private property. National media organizations, such as ABC News, have also reported concerns about several people using the game as a cover for illegal activities, such as robbery. Law enforcement officers encourage trainers to be safe and remember the following guidelines: •Players should pay attention to their surroundings when playing. Look up when walking and don’t walk into traffic. •Do not trespass on private property or in restricted areas. •If playing at night, be sure to be visible. •Players should be cautious of strangers, even if the stranger is another trainer. •Do not play while driving. “I would just warn anyone playing it to be careful if they are near or on someone’s property, or if it appears a stranger is taking a picture of their house,” Olsen said.

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she said. KenapocoMocha’s Facebook followers may have noticed an ad on their page on July 15 inviting players to visit and offering a discount on drinks if players mentioned the post. Flohr said she loves the fact that Pokestops and Pokegyms are stationary. “They are not moving and so what we will be able to do (at the CVB) is promote that connectivity not only to those who live here but also those who are visiting here and engaging in this game and looking for something to do,” she explained. “Now that we know that these Pokestops are in places like Paradise Spring Historical Park and sprinkled throughout the county, we can come up with creative ways to engage the audience and move them strategically from one point of our community to another.” Either searching for Pokemon or trying to hatch new ones, gamers playing Pokemon Go have to get out and walk to succeed in the game. Players’ smartphones act as pedometers and record how many kilometers they

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Miriam Linkenhoker reported on food sales at recent auction and thanked the five members and one junior for assisting with the successful event. Quotes were given for liability insurance and a local agency selected.

Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation chairman Thelma Butler reported on delivering three cases of cookies, donated by Family Dollar and a local veteran, to the Marion Hospital veterans. A letter of thanks was read from the Volunteer staff at the V.A. The annual dinner for vets from Marion V.A. will be on Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Wabash Elks at 6 p.m. Members and guests are welcome. Entertainment will be provided by DJ Bobby Velasquez. Julia Alderfer, Indiana Veterans Home chairman, reported sending a birthday card and $5 to a woman at the home in June. She also reported

that she and Thelma Butler attended the Fifth District Past Presidents luncheon at Gas City in June. Fourteen dollars was collected for Auxiliary Emergency Fund and dues for an Auxiliary member was recently paid from this fund. Two-hundred dollars was allotted to purchase pocket teeshirts for hospitalized veterans. Rhonda Hagg won the door prize. Shirley Price won prize for best dressed in red-white-blue (honoring the 4th of July). The evening ended with playing of bingo and all winning a prize.

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County to hear request to fund Lagro bicycle trail...continued from page 18

Wabash City Council on Monday, July 11, to be prepared for River Trail officials to approach them to help fund the project with CEDIT funds. “I would not be surprised that eventually you will be asked,” he said. “I heard that that $1.2 million is just a drop in the bucket, and that’s why they may be coming to you to pick up the dribble that’s not in the bucket. “I just want you to know that as one taxpayer, and I want you to know that I’m not the only one… I’ve talked to at least eight people about this, and they are absolutely opposed to it.” He said he believes if a private firm wants to give money to the project, fine. “But I don’t think the taxpayers should do it,” he said. “I look at it this way, and I’m not going to tell you anything that I know you don’t know, because I know you’re well aware of it, but if we have any extra money, God help us if we don’t get together with the county and North Manchester and start, if nothing else, lay a foundation and when we’ve got enough money, build a new jail.” Mayor Scott Long told The Paper, “looking at it from the City of Wabash and the mayor’s office is we’ve spent several million dollars on the river walk and the extension of the river walk, which we did through trail grants, through DNR and local monies. To my knowledge at no point did we ask the county for money to do that. I don’t know why they would come to the city to ask for us to kick in money for something outside the city limits.” However, he said, if the trail were to extend into the city limits, the city should help take on the cost of the project. “If they run that trail to the east city limits, then I think it’s my responsibility at that point to determine how we connect that bike trail to the current city trails,” he said. “That’s my thought. I’m talking, potentially it could be pretty close to a mile, if not a mile, from Paradise Spring underneath the trestle along the river to the city limits. At that point, I think, I would consider doing the trail to meet up with them, but I

don’t think CEDIT funds are the way to go to pay for it.” Rather, he said, the city could seek grants from such groups as the Department of Natural Resources. Municipalities stand a better chance at receiving the grants, he said, than a private entity might.

CEDIT expenses

Several county council members touched upon the need for a new jail. The current Wabash County Jail is regularly over capacity, and inmates are now being sent to both the Miami County and St. Joseph County jails. That is costing the county about $55 per day per prisoner. C o u n t y Commissioner Brian Haupert said that building a spec building somewhere in the county would also be beneficial. Long agreed about the spec building. “We’re talking about a spec building because I think we’re getting some leads from the state and people wanting to come in and look at Wabash,” he said. “We may be losing out to other communities that have a building available. Right now we have no commercial properties for anyone to locate in. “And, we have to do our due diligence that we build a building that’s acceptable to multiple companies, he continued. “That means high ceilings. A distribution company may need 24 to 30 foot ceilings for warehousing or whatever. Se we need to make sure that if we build it large enough to accept different facets of companies that can locate

here.” There are other areas in which CEDIT funds can be used. “In my mind, CEDIT funds are to be used for infrastructure improvements, and when I say infrastructure I’m thinking about sewer lines, curbs, roads, things of that nature,” the mayor said. “Sidewalks, that’s infrastructure. The sidewalks from Wabash Street east on Canal, I would like to see them match with stamped concrete, the same as everything else is.” Haupert also reiterated that the county is spending money to house prisoners in two other jail facilities around Indiana. He also noted that the road expansion project on County Road 200W, just north of U.S. 24, is coming out of the CEDIT budget. He also said the entire process is backwards. “CEDIT funds are technically controlled by the Board of Commissioners,” he said. “So all projects generate from the commissioners. Having it come through council first is kind of backwards.”

County’s financial shape

During the June meeting, as well as in interviews with The Paper, several council members said they are concerned with the county’s financial wellbeing. Ridenour believes the county will have a balance of about $1.8 million on hand at the end of the year. He said that Ford “was met instantly with resistance from Brian Haupert and Bill Ruppel with replies

that basically meant that Wabash County did not have the money to assist the project. This just isn’t true. The simple truth is we do have money available to support her program whether or not it is yet this year, or a combination of this year and next.” Curless, during The Paper interview, questioned the availability of the funds. “I heard Mike talk about how we’re going to have a pretty good size of money at the end of the year,” he said. “But I want to see it worked out in writing, because I don’t quite see it that way.” However, Ridenour is confident the funds will be there. “We recently received a special distribution from the state of around $1.8 million, of that allocation, 75 percent is dedicated to roads and infrastructure and 25 percent, or around $460,000, may be used for any purpose,” he said. “Now, of the total monies received from that distribution, over $400,000 was CEDIT taxes the state was holding as part of a ‘reserve’ and they decided they were holding more than needed from our county. It is commonly referred to as our trust balance. “Again, in my opinion, we should use a large portion of this distribution for a true project that will help our county and not use it to keep increasing county government expenditures. There is a mechanism for allowable growth of general fund expenses and we should use it. Our problem for paying costs of running government isn’t revenue, it’s expenses. We are going to have to make cuts

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State Parks welcomes Pokemon Go players From the DNR Indiana’s state parks are happy to welcome a new group of visitors who are as interested in spotting a fictional Pikachu or Venomoth as they are in seeing a raccoon or scarlet tanager. These visitors are players of the widely popular Pokemon Go mobile game. The game has resulted in increased traffic to

state parks, which are a natural fit for the location-based augmented reality game. Most the game’s action takes place outdoors while walking. Players use a smartphone camera to identify “PokeStops” and “gyms” and collect fictional animals. As of this week, Indiana’s 24 state parks and eight reservoir properties were

home to more than 200 locations for the game. State forests also have locations. The number of locations will continue to grow. “We are happy to have our parks be a part of this game,” said Ginger Murphy, Indiana State Parks deputy director for stewardship. “But we want people to be safe, stay on trails and look up from

their phones. You will find that the realworld natural features and historical elements at our state parks are even more fascinating than a video game.” Walking around a park or forest while staring at a smartphone screen can be dangerous. Potential hazards at Indiana state parks include road traffic, cliffs and other rough terrain,

wild animals, poison ivy and more. Pay attention to your surroundings. On hiking trails, be on the lookout for rocks, roots and other hazards. Pokemon players must also follow property rules. This includes observing park hours, which are 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. at most Indiana state parks. Players should not enter after regular hours of opera-

tion. Players should also stay on designated trails. Walking offtrail can damage sensitive natural areas and animal habitats. Players should leave no trace behind. Finally, take a break from the digital world to experience the natural world. Indiana’s parks and forests are home to breathtaking landscapes, unique historical features, tower-

ing trees, delicate wildflowers and interesting animals — all of which are as worthy of your attention as the latest video game craze. Aside from Pokemon, other activities at state parks include mountain biking, horseback riding, swimming, birdwatching, paddling, fishing, camping and more.

Wabash Art Guild 2016 Members’ Art Show Article provided The Wabash Art Guild will have its 2016 Members’ Art Show on display July 29-Aug. 28 at the The Clark Gallery, mainlobby of the Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St, Wabash. With free admission to the Clark Gallery 8 a.m. to 5

p.m., the public is invited to view a collection of the area’s local artists’ recent creations in a variety of styles, media, and content. Artwork is judged in the following divisions with cash prizes awarded to FirstThird and Honorable Mention: Div. A-Oils,

Acrylics, Alkyds; Div. B-Watercolor, acrylics under glass; Div. C-drawing (pencil, charcoal, ink, pastel); Div. D-Misc. (Sculpture, pottery, collage, weaving, batik, woodcut); Div. E-Copywork (art that has been copied from another artist, not for sale).

Bain to speak at Business Before Hours By The Paper staff

Dr. James Bain will be the featured speaker at the Wabash County Chamber of Commerce’s Business Before Hours on Aug. 10. In addition to Dr. Bain’s presentation, those attending will hear what’s new for the Wabash City Schools in the 2016-17 school year, how to become involved with

Wabash County Christmas Spirit, and hear news from Wellbrooke of Wabash and Rabb Water. The breakfast will be from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at the Honeywell Center. The cost is $15 for Chamber members and $20 for nonmembers. For reservations, e m a i l kim@wabashchamber.org. Payment is required with reser-

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There is a Wabash High School class of 1991 and 1992 combination reunion on

Saturday, July 23 at the Knights of Columbus. Doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m.. The cost is $20 per person. People

can pay at the door. Entertainment following dinner will be provided by AstroGlyde Mobile DJ Service.

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Indianapolis area Kindergarten teacher, watercolorist, Wabash. Celebrating their 57th anniversary, the Wabash Art Guild is a not-for-profit organization that promotes the study, appreciation, encouragement, & welfare of art, & civic art improvements; sponsoring art

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Dog Park gets anonymous donation By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

WHS classes plan reunion By The Paper staff

In addition to the members’ artwork, there will be five plaques on display honoring five longtime, distinguished Wabash Art Guild members. Each of these women are award winning artists, and their contributions to the club are highly valued. Honored will be E.

The Wabash Dog Park came one step closer to reality last week. The park received an anonymous $15,000 donation on Wednesday, July 13, according to Gary Henderson, who is heading the group that is working to create the park. “If we can get the fence up this fall, then we’ll at least have a park,” Henderson told The Paper of Wabash County. “It won’t be completed until next

spring, probably. But I’m optimistic; we’ll at least have a fence up and the park will be usable.” Earlier this year, Stan and Patsy Myers donated about an acre of land located south of their business, EcoWater Systems, 615 S. Carroll St., for the park. The most recent donation will go toward building a fence around the perimeter. A key-fob entrance will then be installed and the park will be available for use. “At one time I said that $10 (membership

to use the park), but it may cost $20 now because it may cost a couple thousand bucks for an entry system,” Henderson said. “We just don’t want anyone coming in and out of there and destroying it.” He said he’s looking at a six-foot, maintenance-free vinyl fence to surround the property. But, he added, he would consider a five-foot fence. That would then give the group funds to put another fence inside for puppies to use. “If that would save enough money that I can go with a four-

foot fence inside, then I’ll go with a five-foot fence,” he said. “If not, I’ll go with a six-foot fence.” Henderson called the donation “very humbling.” “You know, you have people say, ‘I’ll do this or I’ll do that,’” he said. “It’s always a surprise until it happens. I’m telling you, I couldn’t respond when I got the call (about the donation). “I don’t know how to explain (the feeling). It’s like expecting a baby then finally having it.”

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It started with Cash Cartwright’s Grand Champion Egg Chicken and ended several hours later with Joshua Watkins’ 225-pound Spot Barrow. In between, more than 350 head of livestock and other goods crossed through the auction ring Friday night during the annual Wabash County 4-H Livestock Auction. In total, the auction raised $157,261.75. Auctioneers from around Wabash County took turns, trying to entice bidders into raising the price being paid for the various items. The majority of the items sold were heads of livestock. However, there were non-livestock items that also crossed through the auction ring. Cash Cartwright had several eggs in a basket from his hen, while Makenna Dawes auctioned milk and cream from her

Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Cow. Mason Roberts sold ice cream made from his Grand Champion Dairy Reserve Junior cow, while Elizabeth Anguilm sold cheese from her Dairy Breed Champion Holstein. Kimberly Schroll sold cheesecake made with milk from her Junior Champion Dairy Holstein. The 4-H Dog Club and the 4-H Shooting Club each sold packages of items donated from local businesses. Meanwhile, Fair Queen Jordan Michel and her court stood in the ring with American and Indiana flags that were donated by State Sen. Jim Banks and the Wabash County Republican Party. Fair week was a little unlike most in that while there was excessive heat much of the week, there was little rain. All-in-all, 4-H Council Chair Doug Mays was pleased with fair week. “I think our 2016 fair has gone pretty well,” he said. “It’s

been not for the kids and the animals, but I think for the most part the kids have done pretty well. There’s been a lot of smiling faces.” There were some changes in the fair’s livestock show lineup. Tuesday, July 12, was by far the busiest day, with four different shows taking place throughout the day. “I think it went well,” Mays said. “We’ve already had some recommendations and some things we’re thinking about changing next year, maybe making a couple other changes to not make the evenings so long. We may be able to shorten up some of the contests.” As for Fair Queen Michel, the week was simply outstanding. “I definitely think it was everything I thought it would be, plus so much more,” she said Friday evening. “It’s so great to support all the younger members and to be there and be the one to hand them their ribbons and tell

them, ‘Good job.’” She said her favorite part was being able to see “all the dedication and hard work the younger 4-Hers put into all their animals and livestock. It takes a lot of hard work to work with the animals, and it really shows in the show ring.” Now that the fair is over, Michel’s next major responsibility will be to represent Wabash County at the Indiana State Fair queen contest in January. “I’m going to do a lot of interviewing practice because that’s the main por-

tion of the contest,” she said. “The majority of it is just going to be keeping my confidence up and just showing the judges who I really am. That’s how I won (the fair title) and that’s how I plan to go into the Indiana State Fair pageant.”

She said she plans to look to Bobbi (Leckrone) Bates and Denae Pyle, both former Indiana State

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Part of Alber Street may be done by start of school year By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com A portion of Alber Street received its asphalt pavement last week. Crews have been concentrating on the portion of the road from Cass Street to Harrison Avenue in hopes of having that portion of the roadway open in time for school, Mayor Scott Long and Street Superintendent Scott

Richardson told the Wabash City Council on July 11. “It’s coming along,” Richardson said. “They should be, within the next week, be putting the finish surface on it.” However, that section won’t be open to traffic immediately, he added. “They still have to put sod down, put the sidewalk in,” Richardson continued. “They’re trying to get all that squared

up before school starts.” The first phase of the Alber Street project runs from Cass Street to Euclid Street. The second phase extends from Euclid to U.S. 24. The first phase is expected to be finished by October, weather permitting, Long said. Bids for the second phase were expected to be taken in March 2017, however, the state has delayed that

McLaughlin joins Wabash County Historical Museum By The Paper staff Shelby McLaughlin joined the staff of the Wabash County Historical Museum this week. McLaughlin, who recently resigned as Wabash Marketplace Inc.’s project manager, will assume the role of associate director at the museum. She joins a staff of five others who support the operations of the museum and countless volunteers who are committed to preserving local history. Her role will focus on supporting the museum’s fund raising strategies, community outreach, and operational support, according to Mitch Figert,

WCHM executive director. “As the museum continues to expand our programming and reach in the community it became obvious that we needed someone who could support our operations at a high level,” Figert said. “Shelby brings strong project management skills to our team and I am excited to have her join us.” McLaughlin is already a familiar face to many of those in the community. Her husband Kyle, a North Manchester native, is also an active part of the community and barber at Center Court Barber Shop. McLaughlin is currently obtaining her

Bachelors in Business Administration from Lincoln Christian University. “I am thrilled to join the museum’s team and continue to invest in our community,” McLaughlin said. “There are many great assets in Wabash County, including the museum, and I am ready to learn and grow in this new position.” The museum is located in Historic Downtown Wabash and open Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To get more information on the museum visit their newly refresh website at visit wabashmuseum.org.

P.E.O. has July meeting Article provided The monthly meeting of P.E.O. Chapter BY met Monday, July 8, at the GrandstaffHentgen Community Room. The hostesses were Kelly Smith and Sue Gray. Chaplain Pat Vanlandingham led devotions from Micah 6:8. Karen Huber gave a report of Cottey College, known for its high academic standards and global education. It is the only college in the United

States that gives each student the opportunity to travel abroad during their second year of education including free air fair and lodging. Any members and guests are welcome to enjoy lunch July 26, at 11:30 a.m., at Harvey Hinklemeyer’s. All were reminded that the Educational Loan Foundation offers 2 percent loans to women who qualify and want to further their education. Christy Reynolds gave the evening’s program, “A Day of Traveling

Will Bring a Basketful of Learning”. She shared examples of her travel experiences and what value they have been to her life. Her three favorite places to travel have been Australia, Scotland and Budapest, Hungary. She said that travel is the only thing that you can buy that will make you richer. The next meeting will be Aug. 8, at Wellbrooke of Wabash with Bettie Miller and Pat Vanlandingham as hostesses.

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Future Plans: Study Business Entrepreneurship at Indiana Wesleyan University with plans to work on the family farm.

4-H Club: Chester Challengers

4-H Club: Crimson Clovers

4-H Projects: Goats & Cattle

4-H Projects: Beef, Crops, & Woodworking

4-H Grows Responsibility: Leah believes the 4-H goat project has taught her responsibility and prepared her for the work she is doing as a CNA. “Sometimes I would have to bring baby goats into the house, keep them warm by the fire, and wake every few hours to feed them. The responsibility of caring for others that I learned through 4-H, has helped me be attentive and compassionate to the residents I care for at Timbercrest.” The life skill of responsibility that Leah has learned through 10 years in 4-H will be carried with her throughout the rest of her life and will help her be successful as she gains more responsibilities and must eventually manage a career, marriage, and children.

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4-H Grows Responsibility: Keaton believes that each of his 4-H projects has taught him responsibility. With his livestock, he must be responsible to feed, care, and work with them every day. If he wants them to be tame enough to walk through the show arena at the fair, it is his responsibility to work with the ahead of time. Through woodworking, he has learned complete the work by deadlines. To do well with his crops project, he must focus on the leaves, height, and clean root systems. “The responsibility I have learned through the 4-H program will help me in the future as I work hard at accomplishing the goals I have set for myself and focus on accomplishing greater things.”

Parents: Kevin Kristi Clark

School: Manchester &

Parents: Steve & Lisa Flack

Future Plans: Study Chemical Engineering at Trine University

Future Plans: Study Business & Marketing at Ivy Tech in Fort Wayne with plans to own his own business in the future.

4-H Club: Clovers

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4-H Projects: Rabbits, Collections, & Electric

4-H Club: Chester Challengers

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Drew believes that his work in the 4-H rabbit project has taught him responsibility. “The rabbits are completely dependent upon me, so I must make sure that I am responsible to feed, water, and clean them every day.” In 4-H, members learn to keep records for projects like rabbits. Drew has learned responsibility through the records process as well. At each 4-H event, members recite the 4-H pledge and promise to pledge their “head to clearer thinking, heart to greater loyalty, hands to larger service, and health to better living.” The pledge was a code for Drew which made him responsible as a member of a larger 4-H group/community. The responsibility Drew has gained through 4-H will help him to be responsible with his time and priorities in college.

The 4-H Swine project has helped Derek grow responsibility. “I have to get up early to feed, walk, and care for my swine. It’s my job, and it has to be done. I believe the responsibility I have learned in 4-H will help me when I have a job in the future because the same principles are true there as well. I will have to get up early, go to work, and take care of things that need done.” Derek also believes that 4-H teaches members the responsibility that comes with being a part of a team. One year, he won Champion Cross Barrow while his sister won Grand Champion Barrow. He stated that it was really tough working together especially when competing, but when they both did well like that, he was reminded of what a good, responsible team effort could get you.

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The Wabash River Trail Committee (PO Box 810 Wabash, Indiana 46992) is submitting a Notice of Intent to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management of our intent to comply with the requirements of 327 IAC 15-5 to discharge storm water from construction activities associated with the Wabash River Trail Project Phase 1A located in Lagro, Indiana. Runoff from the project site will discharge to the Wabash River. Questions or comments regarding this project should be directed to Emily Stulik of Green 3, LLC (1104 Prospect St., Indianapolis, IN 46203).

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The Wabash County Sheriff’s Department will be accepting applications for JAIL OFFICER positions. Applications can be obtained at the Wabash County Sheriff’s Department or on-line at www.wcsd.us. Applications must be submitted to the Department by August 12th, 2016.

Wabash City Schools declares the following bus no longer needed for school purposes and will sell this bus on

Friday, July 22, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at the L.H. Carpenter Center, 1101 Colerain St., Wabash, IN 46992.

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Mobile Homes WHY RENT WHEN YOU CAN “OWN”! Lakeview Mobile Home Park located in a country setting just minutes from Wabash. Water, sewer and garbage included. Available now and newly remodeled: 2 BR 1 BA. 530-701-1906 or 530-514-4266.

For Rent 1 BDRM APT, w/d furnished, low utilities. Call 260-563-3375. 1 BR APT IN LAFONTAINE, laundry and garage available, NO SMOKING, NO PETS, NO DRUGS! 765-981-4931 or 765-981-2301. 1 BR SMALL house on Allen Street, $455 plus utilities. 260-563-7743. 3 BR MOBILE HOME IN ANDREWS, more space for less money. Large yard, 5 star school district. Call 260-786-1920.

LAFONTAINE AREA: Very nice home in quiet countryside that is centrally located between Marion, Wabash, and Huntington: 4 BR 1 BA for $675/mo plus $675 deposit and utilities. NO Pets and NO smoking. Application and references required. Call 260-571-2543. Leave message. Text 1050 to 26971 for pictures. NORTH MANCHESTER2 and 3 Bedroom apartments for rent, 260-9824861. NORTH MANCHESTER house for rent. Completely remodeled ranch, huge rooms. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, new paint, new appliances, flooring , carpeting, three car garage. huge lot. Air condt. Basement. 109 South Market St. just off Main Street. $695.00 month rent plus a $695.00 deposit. No room mates. Minimum 12 month lease. May consider a pet. Tenant must have solid credit with minimum 625 FICO CREDIT SCORE, a steady job, and good past rental history. Can to be seen immediately. Call (818) 613-4849. Tenants pays all utilities and yard care.

THE PAPER July 20, 2016

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Singles LADY WIDOW would like to meet a guy around 6575 that goes to church or would go. I am 5.5” tall & 135 lbs. I like going out to eat, shopping, looking around, going places, fishing, going to see my grandchildren & great grandchildren. I like to talk, mow the lawn, gardening, cooking & canning. I go to church regularly & would like someone to go with me sometimes. Would love someone who plays music and I’d rather stay in watching TV, movies & talking. Send photo & info to Box 285 c/o The Paper of Wabash, P.O. Box 603, Wabash, IN 46992. I may call and get to know each other a little before we meet. SINGLE, WHITE, CHRISTIAN FEMALE, attractive, slim, interested in meeting a gentleman in mid 60’s or 70’s. I enjoy concerts, festivals, garage sales, dancing and staying active (living a healthy lifestyle). I’m seeking a Christian Bible practicing gentleman. Please send photo & info to Box 270 c/o The Paper of Wabash, P. O. Box 603, Wabash, IN 46992.

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Change Lives WITH AN AD IN SUPPORTED LIVING INSTRUCTOR – to provide training and support services for adults with developmental disabilities in Wabash as they learn to live more independently in their own homes and use community resources. Need PT, FT, 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and weekends. Must have HSD/GED, good driving record, and be able to obtain PPC license.

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