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Local officials headed to Asia By David Fenker david@nmpaper.com Representatives of several Wabash County stakeholders are preparing to travel to Asia for a trade mission, with hopes to expand economic development opportunities for the county. Grow Wabash County president and CEO Keith Gillenwater announced the trade mission to Japan and China at the Aug. 20 meeting of the county commissioners. “This is a project that we’ve had in the works for about two years,” Gillenwater

said. Wabash Mayor Scott Long will lead the delegation, which will include representatives from Grow Wabash County, Wabash City Schools, Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership, Honeywell Foundation and area businesses. Gillenwater said that the trip is scheduled for November, and will start with a visit to Tokyo and Oji Intertech’s parent company, Oji Holdings Corporation. He noted that Oji Intertech, located in North Manchester, recently began a project to double its 80,000-square-foot facility and add more than 30 jobs.

“Having Oji in our backyard is akin to having a Toyota or someone that large,” Gillenwater said. “They’re a multi-billion dollar company that has a wide swath of business interests across the world.” The Japan trip will also include various other business and economic development opportunities, as well as cultural and educational exchanges. After Japan, the delegation will travel to Linhai City, China, where the City of Wabash is working to establish a sistercity relationship. “The sister city program brings with it

a number of potential economic benefits,” Gillenwater said, noting that several cities throughout the U.S. have such relationships. “It’s something particularly important that you have in place if you want to open up your doors to international economic development opportunities.” Focal points for the relationship include economic development, educational exchanges, arts and cultural exchanges and tourism. A press release, provided by Gillenwater, included comments from (continued on page 4)

LaFontaine C-T resigns post County GOP chair picks replacement By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Garden Fest visitors stop by one of the many booths Saturday at the Paradise Spring Historical Park. Photo by Harold V. Chatlosh

Events draw hundreds downtown By Josh Sigler and Joseph Slacian news@thepaperofwabash.com

Diane Morris was on pins and needles. With rain in the forecast Friday night, she was worried that the 21st Garden Fest at Paradise Spring Historical Park would get dampened on. The inclement weather stayed away, and a good time was seemingly by all Saturday, Aug.18. “It’s been a great day,” Morris said. “I was kind of nervous because (Friday) night it poured as we know. Today has been great. It’s breezy now, it’s not too hot and not too super sunshiny. There’s a good crowd down here. People are buying. It’s really been a nice day. On top of vendors galore, the morning kicked off with the Berry Grape Talk, where Jason McClure from McClure’s Orchard spoke on berry and grape varieties, climate and utilization. (continued on page 6)

LAFONTAINE — Less than a week after Cindy Erb resigned as the town’s clerk-treasurer, a new one has been named. Wabash County Republican chair Barbara Pearson announced Monday morning that she appointed Diana Heath to the position. The GOP chair appointed the replacement because Erb was a Republican. Heath was selected from a field of six candidates, Pearson told The Paper of Wabash County. Erb’s resignation, which took place at 4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 13, caught the Town Council by surprise. Council President Jay Gillespie told the Council at its Monday night meeting that he received a letter from Erb earli-

er in the afternoon. He said after the meeting that he was surprised by the resignation, noting, “I haven’t talked to her in two weeks.” In her resignation letter, Erb wrote, “I feel that resigning from my position is best for myself and the Town of LaFontaine. I will resign at 4 p.m. on August 13, 2018. I hope the Town Council is willing to work with another clerk-treasurer more than they have been with me for the best interests of the Town. I also hope that the Town Council will treat the new clerk-treasurer with patience to learn this job and with some respect that has never been shown to me by the Council members or the town attorney.” She added that she loves and cares about her hometown. “I can resign knowing that I (continued on page 4)

Proposed GDX cleanup clears initial hurdle By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

An entrant in the Dave Kunkel Cruise-In polishes his vehicle Friday morning at the Honeywell Center. Photo by Joseph Slacian

The proposed cleanup at the former GDX property at One General Street cleared its first hurdle on Thursday, Aug. 16. The Wabash Board of Public Works and Safety approved a

Development Services Agreement for the site between the city and Luckett & Farley Development Services of Louisville, Ky. “We’ve been working on this for approximately 18 months,” Mayor Scott Long told the (continued on page 5)

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Talbott takes over at Richvalley UMC By Josh Sigler jsigler@thepaperofwabash.com RICHVALLEY — Long before he became the new pastor at Richvalley United Methodist Church, Bill Talbott grew up on a small farm in Western Kentucky where his

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phy, etc.” Those jobs helped him develop good people skills, and concentrating on counseling during his master’s degree studies, he worked in hospitals, nursing homes, and jails as a chaplain. He’s used those interactive skills to fall in love with the Richvalley congregation. “It’s a wonderful little country church,” Talbott said. “The folks are loving. They not judgmental or condemning. They have a great love for the area.

I have parishioners from Wabash, over in Peru, and everywhere in between. It’s a quiet, sleepy little community, but they’re good salt of the earth people.” In terms of his preaching style, Talbott tries to always use a biblical based sermon each week. “I really look at what’s going on as far as context there,” Talbott said. “I’m interested in bringing out the original context, the meaning for that culture, and how that translates to today. “There’s a lot of great stuff for us in the bible. If you read it whole you’ll find out it’s not (controversial). There a lot of different meanings in the words they use. Talbott was blown away by the church’s tenderloin operation. The members of the church put on charity events throughout the year where they sell their hand breaded tenderloins. All the pro-

ceeds go to charities. “Most people have no clue,” Talbott said. “They think they do fundraising with it, and they do raise a lot of funds with that. But, they don’t use that for themselves. They use that to benefit other missions in the area. They raise the funds to operate the church through the people in the pews. That’s something they were doing long before tenderloins came along 30 years ago.” Talbott encouraged those who have never been to check out Richvalley United Methodist Church. The church office can be reached at 260-563-1033. “It’s a loving bunch of people and they’re friendly and always looking to make new connections with people,” Talbott said. “That’s what we’re working on, is making new acquaintances with people. Everyone is working.”

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McKillip Machinery off to solid start By Josh Sigler Jsigler@thepaperofwabash.com

Brent McKillip bounced around from one agricultural sales job to another in the mid-2000s. He’s worked selling new and used agricultural equipment, but knew the used side was what he was passionate about. So, in June he created McKillip Machinery, a company which buys, sales, trades and consigns agricultural construction equipment. “It’s going really well,” McKillip said.

“Better than I expected. I kind of felt the need to do something like this after my previous employment with Pefley’s.” He started out in 2004 as a parts handler for Plevna Implement, which is owned by his aunt and uncle. Then in January of 2005, he went to work for the local John Deere store, McKillip Equipment, which was owned by his dad and four other family members. The family ended up selling the business to the Troxels in November of 2007, but

McKillip stayed on, and worked there for four more years. After that, he went to work for Pefley’s Farm Equipment, which was swithing to carrying Kubota products, an McKillip then decided to branch out on his own, opening McKillip Machinery at 697 West County Road 50 South in early June. “I enjoy selling used equipment,” he said. “I felt like people in the area needed a place to not only buy, but sell and consign used equipment. In just the first couple months, I’ve had over

60 consignments. Just people wanting to sell things like excess used equipment, stuff they didn’t trade for. On average we take in a piece a day to sell for people. On top of buying, selling and trading used equipment, McKillip uses auctiontime.com, an internet based auction run by Sand Hills publishing. With the money seemingly in the new equipment sales, McKillip says he enjoys the variety you come across when dealing with used parts.

Duke Energy makes donation to Honeywell By The Paper staff

The Honeywell F o u n d a t i o n Educational Outreach Program (EOP), now beginning its 21st year, provides arts-ineducation opportunities to students in preschool through twelfth grade, recently received a $5,000 donate from Duke Energy. During the 2017-18 school year, the program served 14 counties in Northeast Indiana with more than 48,000 student interactions. Since 2002, Duke Energy has been an outstanding partner for the program. Duke Energy funding helps bring EOP to Cass, Fulton, Grant, Howard, Huntington, Kosciusko, Miami, Wabash and Whitley county school systems. “There are a lot of budget demands on schools today, and the Honeywell Center program brings arts experiences to education that might not otherwise happen,” said Kevin Johnston, Duke’s Government & Community Relations manager. “We are glad to help make that happen.” Duke Energy Indiana’s operations provide about 6,800 megawatts of owned electric capacity to approximately 820,000 customers in a 23,000square-mile service area, making it the state’s largest electric supplier.

Brent McKillip started McKilliip Machinery in June. Seeing need for the used machinery business, but went out on on his own, and has been successful. Photo By Josh Sigler “With used equipment, every piece is different,” McKillip said. “I could have 10 models of the same tractor out here, all 10 of them have something different about them. They could have been ordered the exact same way new, and you’ll have 10 different levels of quality. “I just enjoy the diversity in the used. You’re not selling the exact same model to the next guy down the road.” The McKillip family is still farming, but

that’s not an avenue he wanted to take necessarily. He liked how his family also stayed in the equipment business originally, just to keep the John Deere store local to service local people. “I think by using by using the family name on the business

it familiarizes people with a face to do business with,” McKillip said. “I do believe our family has a strong impact on the ag community. I’d like to continue to keep the legacy of our family name going.” Contact McKillip at 260-274-9202.

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to try to open opportunities for markets there.” He added that a delegation from Linhai City is expected to visit Wabash sometime this winter or spring. “It sounds like the mayor’s pretty excited about it, so I wish you luck,” commissioner Scott Givens said. His presentation

include a $15,000 funding request, which the commissioners granted after Gillenwater confirmed that it would include only travel expenses. “We can pay that out upfront, and then bring an invoice,” he said. “[If] there’s something that you don’t agree with and don’t want to pay for, that’s fine with us.”

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gave my best and that the clerk-treasurer’s office is in better shape than when I took over,” she continued. “I’m proud of all I have accomplished, the things I’ve learned and all the people I’ve met from all over the State of Indiana that have become my friends. It’s been an honor to serve my community for the last four and a half years. I wanted to finish my term but I can no longer take the harassment, discrimination, defamation of character or the childish politics from the Council members. If the Council cannot support an elected official that the residents of the town

voted for and are event in the same Republican Party, I hope that the residents of our little community remember that when they go to the polls to vote for the next Town Council.” Board attorney Jordan Tandy, on Wednesday, Aug. 15, issued a written statement on behalf of the board: “We do not wish to comment on the allegations that Ms. Erb has recently made, except to say that we dispute them. We wish Ms. Erb the best of luck in her future endeavors. Our focus is now on ensuring that the transition to a new clerk-treasurer is as seamless as possible,

and we are excited about what the future holds for the Town of LaFontaine.” Pearson told the Council and about two dozen people at the meeting that she had 30 days to name a replacement for Erb. She also admonished the board to get along better with the new clerk-treasurer for the sake of the town. “This will be the fourth clerk that the town has gone through since 2013,” she said. “That is not good. It doesn’t look good on the county. It doesn’t look good on the party. It doesn’t look good on the town.” Erb was appointed

to the post in 2013 and was elected to the post in 2015. She replaced Deb Gregg, who filled the post for six months following the resignation of Danielle Stouffer in 2013. Erb later appointed Gregg to serve as her deputy clerk. Gregg is believed to have resigned the position as well, “Things like this happen,” Pearson continued. “That’s OK. I think we need to step back and make the best of a bad situation. Let’s actually do things right. Let’s take it slow. Let’s do it right. I know there’s been a lot of animosity between the board and the clerk. I think now’s the time to bridge that gap so that everyone gets along.” Gillespie, after the meeting, declined to discuss any animosities after the meeting. In late July, the council met in executive session without Erb. Gillespie cited two statutes in the Indiana Open Door Law as to why the session took place and why Erb was not present. One of the statutes dealt with the “initiation of litigation or litigation that is either pending or has been threatened specifically in writing.” The other was “to discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees.” Tandy told The Paper that there is neither litigation against Erb by the town nor by Erb (continued on page 5)

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Proposed GDX cleanup clears initial hurdle

...continued from the front page board. “They’ve been here twice and looked at the site, and they believe it’s a viable site for them to develop, to be cleaned up and developed.” The next step in the process is to present the agreement to the Wabash City Council for approval. That will take place at the Aug. 27 council meeting. Luckett & Farley president Timothy Pitcher will be at the meeting to answer and questions Council may have. Long first broached the matter

with the Council on Aug. 7 during its annual budget review. Work on the cleanup could take up to 30 months to complete. Once the site is clean, Luckett& Farley could create a housing addition at the complex. In October 2007, GDX officials announced they were closing the plant near the end of November 2007, leaving more than 600 people without work. One General Street LLC eventually purchased the site, raz-

ing it in August 2010. One General Street LLC is still the deeded owner of the property. In November 2010, Indiana Department of Environmental Management officials announced that traces of t r i c h l o r o e t hy l e n e were found in testing spots near the building. IDEM officials began pursuing five former owners of the site – Continental Auto, H e n n i n g s Automotive, 1 General Street LLC, GenCorp Inc., and Cerberus Capital

Management – to help clean up the site. In addition, the city levied fines of more than $900,000 against One General Street officials for violating various city ordinances and regulations. The mayor previously said it his understanding that Aerojet Rocketdyne – formerly GenCorp Automotive – is taking responsibility for the cleanup of the underground contamination on the site. “The firm we are working with will

seek insurance policies of the previous deeded owners to recover monies to pay for the clean-up of the site,” he said. “What I am asking of the Council is to put money into the budget as I discussed at the meeting to contract with the developers to complete the initial remediation work and come up with a development plan to reuse the site for its highest and best use.” In another matter, the board tabled a hearing on a home at 362 E. Hill St. until its Sept. 20 meeting.

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against the town. However, he did say that the Council was notified in writing that Erb had hired an attorney. He also told The Paper, “We excluded Ms. Erb from a portion of the July 24 executive session because that particular conversation was subject to the attorney-client privilege, which has been recognized as a valid justification for exclusion by the Indiana Public Access Counselor.” Tandy twice declined to say if the job performance portion of the meeting involved Erb or another town employee. “A separately elected clerk-treasurer is not an employee of the town council, so the job performance evaluation provision allowing an executive session would not apply,” Steve Key, Hoosier State Press Association counsel, told The Paper of Wabash County. “If the council wants to discuss the performance of the current clerk-treasurer they need to do so during a regular meeting of the council.” However, the statute doesn’t require the naming of the employee who is being evaluated, he noted. As for the attorney-client privilege claim made by

Tandy, Key said, “There isn’t a general provision allowing a governing body to have executive sessions with their attorney – so citing attorney-client privilege doesn’t meet the requirement of a governing body to cite the statutory basis for an executive session. The Access to Public Records Act says the work product of an attorney can be held confidential and confidential records can

be discussed in an executive session, but APRA defined ‘work product’ as information compiled by an attorney in reasonable anticipation of litigation. “But that’s not what the council president cited. The governing body can’t go back and keep changing the basis for an executive session with the hope that something they throw out will stick to the wall.” In addition, Key

noted, written notice of hiring an attorney is not the same as written notice that a lawsuit was pending or threatened specifically in writing. “The hiring of an attorney does not equate with a written threat of litigation,” Key said. “Lots of people hire attorneys for lots of reasons. The attorney might even advise the clerk-treasurer that the chances of winning a lawsuit

are slim.” The Paper has filed a written request with Tandy for a copy of the notice from Erb regarding the hiring of an attorney, as well as a memorandum required to be created following executive sessions.

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Events draw hundreds downtown ...continued from the front page “Jason always gives a great presentation,” Morris said. “He’s really funny. It was well attended.” Jen Rankin from the Wabash County Solid Waste Management district taught patrons how to make an herb garden using a pallet to save space for those close living quarters. “She is amazing,” Morris said of Rankin. Morris said people in Wabash are passionate about gardening. That was evident in the way merchandise flew off the shelves Saturday. “One of the greenhouses over there have sold a ton of

plants, and White’s always sells a ton of plants, so people are really in to it I think.” Rankin returned to give an exhibit on how to make a wine bottle bird feeder. “That’s been very well received,” Morris said. “Jen set that up. They had a lot of bottles and they are really going through them. That’s really cool. It’s a nice easy thing to do and people enjoy it.” The size of the festival has remained about the same during Morris’ time as co-chair, but sponsorship money has enabled the festival to expand its offerings free to the public.

There was even a station for the kids. Children’s stations were dedicated to making a turtle penny bank, as well as the planting seeds, tattoos, games to play and prizes to win. Forty-four vendors in all made up the festival. “Everybody that showed up is doing well, and I see a lot packages being carried out of the grounds,” Morris said. That was the goal when the group changed the name from Herb Fest to Garden Fest, appeal to the masses. “We changed it to try to encompass

more people and get some landscapers in,” Morris said. “It’s been really nice. It’s opened it up a little bit more.” The crown jewel of the day at the Garden Fest was the 12th annual Chair Affair competition. The Chair Affair is a competition where people decorate chairs and patrons judge them on criteria such as creativity. At the end of the day six different prizes are awarded. Then the chairs are auctioned of, and the proceeds are split up between two charities, 85 Hope and Teens against Dating Abuse.

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Events draw hundreds downtown ...continued from page 6 second place went to Lilly Hobbs. Meanwhile, a few blocks away at the Honeywell Center and the Wabash Elks Lodge parking lot, rain Friday played havoc with the 17th annual Dave Kunkel Cruise-in. Organizers believe rain kept some participants from traveling to the

event on Friday night. However, that all changed Saturday when a record field of more than 200 entries filled the parking lots and caused organizers to use an overflow lot for additional cars. “We had a little bit of slow down (Friday),” committee

member Gary Bryant said. “The rain was not, obviously, across the entire county, so we did have a little bit of tapering off. Typically we have people that come in right after work. “What surprised us is that they all came back today. We had quite a few people who the rain held off

yesterday, but they’re back today.” Based on the number of cars, he said, has exceeded anything the show has seen in the last several years. In fact, he said, the number of cars Saturday exceeded the number of cars on Friday, “which is unusual.” The event is named

for Dave Kunkel, a Ford Meter Box executive and car enthusiast who passed away from ALS. Proceeds from the show are donated to the Muscular Dystrophy Association for ALS research. Many participants are already looking forward to next year’s show, Bryant said.

“We had a number of people who came in and insisted on knowing what are the dates for the car show next year so they can start booking their rooms at the local hotels,” he said. “The Charley Creek Inn is always really good at holding out a block of rooms for us. They sold that block of

rooms out last night for next year, so we’re excited.” Last year the show raised a record $32,000 for ALS research, bringing the grand total to close to $180,000 donated to the organization. Organizers hope to hit the $200,000 mark this year.

City OKs credit card measure

An ordinance governing the use of city credit cards was approved on first reading Monday night, Aug. 13, by the Wabash City Council. The move was made even though the City of Wabash does not yet have any credit cards. “Currently, we don‘t have a city credit card,” Mayor Scott Long told Council. “There’s a potential for some travel in the near future, that it may be needed, so I wanted to draft an ordinance on the usage of credit cards.” Under the ordinance, the mayor will apply for the credit cards, which will be held, maintained and monitored by the mayor and the clerktreasurer. The two will ensure a proper accounting system or long is maintained for the card usage, and the clerk-treasurer is authorized to revoke cards that are in violation of the city’s policy. Also, under the ordinance, no personal use of the card is allowed, “even if an employee offers to reimburse the city for the employee’s personal use of a city credit card.” Charges that don’t meet audit requirements, including the imposition of sales tax for which the city is otherwise exempt, are the personal responsibility of the employee authorizing the charge. The city, under the ordinance, “will take all necessary steps to obtain reimbursement of the charges which do not meet audit requirements from the employee authorizing the charge, including but not limited to garnishment of the charging employee’s

city wages.” Itemized receipts are required for all credit card purchases, including restaurant purchases. Signed charge slips, without an itemization of items purchased are not acceptable. It is the responsibility of the employee authorizing the change to obtain proper itemized receipts. Council member Bryan Dillon questioned whether a credit card or a debit card should be used. “That way we’re using money that we know that we have already,” he said. Long said that there may be restrictions on the use of debit cards, depending on where one travels.

The mayor, in response to a question from Council member Marc Shelley, said a limit on the amount charged would be set by Crossroads Bank, from where he intends to get the card. “It’s a community card that has no rewards tied to it, because the State Board of Accounts frowns on that,” he said. “So, I don’t expect a very high limit on it, honestly.” Dillon said he believed a limit should be included in the ordinance. “That way you know it’s capped off,” he said. “I’m not saying you’re going to run around and go crazy and spend ten grand at a conference

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or something. But for others down the road, if this had a cap on it.” Long asked what limit the Council member suggested, and he said he wasn’t sure. City Attorney Randi ZimmermanIrgang noted the bill would be paid in full on a monthly basis, and there would be no outstanding balance from month to month. However, Council

member Doug Adams said he didn’t think a limit is needed. However, if there comes a time one is needed, the ordinance can be amended. In another matter, the Council approved an ordinance authorizing the issuance of Indiana Economic Development Revenue Bonds for the 10X Engineered Materials Project. The measure, similar to one passed by

the city’s Planning Commission earlier this month, would allow the city to issue up to $200,000 in 2018 A bonds to finance the 10X project. Keith Gillenwater, President and CEO of Grow Wabash County, told Council that 10X officials expect to repay the bonds in about 6 ½ years. In addition, he noted, the firm is being charged 4 percent interest on the loan.

The matter will next be sent to the city’s E c o n o m i c D e v e l o p m e n t Commission for consideration before coming back to Council for final approval. In a final matter, Council appointed Jim Widner to fill a vacancy on the Wabash Carnegie Public Library Board. He will replace Josh Petruniw, who resigned from the board.

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The Izaak Walton League has set its September event schedule. All Events will take place at the North Manchester Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America Clubhouse. The Rifle Youth Shoots are sponsored by IWL and North

M a n c h e s t e r American Legion Post 286. Prizes will be awarded at both shoots. For information on NRA Range Safety Officer Training and Youth Rifle Shoots contact Dave at 260-417-7955 o r dwterflinger@gmail.

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used maps through the years: as documentation, as tools, as political images and as art. Some of the maps displayed in the exhibition include an 1833 tourists Indiana pocket map; a 1913 Sanborn Company fire insurance map for Bloomington; Thomas Kitchin’s 1747 map of French settlements in North America; an 1881 bird’s-eye view of Mount Vernon, Ind.; and a circa 1880 scale-model map of the University of Notre Dame. For more information about this exhibit, call 260-982-0672 or visit nmanchesterhistory.org. The Center offers free admission so all community members can enjoy its exhibits, including this one. L A K E T O N LEGION BREAKFAST: The Laketon American Legion

Post No.402, located at 10140 Troyer Road (Laketon), now serving breakfast every Monday 7 to 11 a.m. Public is welcome! R E V E L AT I O N FITNESS KICKOFF will be held on Saturday, Aug 25 at the First Brethren Church from 9 a.m. – Noon. A $10 suggested donation in the day of the event is encouraged. Come learn about the Revelation Fitness classes that will soon be offered in North Manchester! Engage in worship, Biblical teaching and joyful movement at this three-hour event. All women are welcome (ages 13 and up), regardless of fitness level. If you have a body, you belong here! Registration is required to attend. Contact Kelly Bordeaux at 260.224.7952 or revwellwhollyyou@g mail.com to register. FARMER’S MARKET & POP KIDS CLUB: The North M a n c h e s t e r Farmer’s Market has opened for its annual season of fruits, vegetables, baked goods, crafts and more! The Market will be open on Saturdays from 8 a.m. until noon at the Riverbridge Electric parking lot (corner of Main and Wayne Streets). Again this

year is “POP Kids Club” for children ages 3-12. FELLOWSHIP MEAL hosted by the Fellowship of Churches is held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Zion Lutheran Church from 4:30-6 p.m. The church is located at 113 W. Main Street. AREA FIVE AGENCY NUTRITION PROGRAM Provides lunch to seniors 60 and over at the Warvel Park Scout Hall Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. Meals are a balanced meal. Lunch is on a donation basis. Must call between 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. the day before to reserve lunch for the next day. Euchre is played every Wednesday. To reserve your lunch call 982-9940. P A R T I N G SHOTS: “The grass is greener where you water it” – Neil Barringham NORTH MANCHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@gmail.com or you may call me at 260-982-8800. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s issue of The Paper is Wednesday at noon. Please submit timely news

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The Lagro Foundation needs your vote to win $1,000 in the Beacon Project Spotlight. Funds will be used to renovate historical buildings in Lagro. Anyone with an email address can vote daily online through Sept. 30 by: go to beaconcu.org, click—Beacon Project Spotlight “Vote Now”, click— Wabash County (City of Wabash), click “Vote Now”, click—“Lagro Canal Foundation”, scroll to bottom of page, enter email address, click—“vote”, receive “vote confirmation”. U P C O M I N G EVENTS AT SALAMONIE AND MISSISSINEWA: Paddle the Mississinewa River that feeds into Mississinewa Lake on Sunday, Aug. 26 from 9—11 a.m. during the program, “ C a n o e i n g Workshop”. A limited number of canoes are available. Paddlers may bring their own boats. Please call 260-4682127 as soon as possible to register for this fun event and acquire details about where to meet. Preregistration is required and the cost is $3 per person. Seniors age 50 and over are invited to attend the monthly Senior Monday Carry-in Luncheon at Salamonie Interpretive Center, Lost Bridge West SRA. There is a carry-in meal at noon followed by a special speaker that presents a unique program. The guest speaker will be Richard Gerber, I n t e r p r e t ive Naturalist at Chain O’ Lakes State Park. Gerber will highlight the property’s historical and geological past, including glaciers, kettle lakes, channels, and the concept of natural succession, forming what it is today. The program is on Monday, Sept. 10. A main dish of baked spaghetti will be provided. Attendees should plan to bring a side dish to share, a beverage and their own table service. A $1 donation to help defray costs of the provided main dish will be accepted. To

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register or for more information call the Upper Wabash Interpretive services at 260-468-2127. S a l a m o n i e Interpretive and Nature Center is the headquarters for Upper Wabash I n t e r p r e t ive Services, which serves Mississinewa Lake, Salamonie Lake, J. Edward Roush Fish and Wildlife Area, and Quabache State Park. Salamonie Interpretive and Nature Center summer hours are: April 1 through Oct. 31; open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Their winter hours are: Nov. 1 through March 31; open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily except for Tuesdays. The S a l a m o n i e Interpretive and Nature Center phone number is 260-4682127. Some of the activities at the S a l a m o n i e Interpretive and Nature Center are: wildlife viewing area, interactive reservoir exhibits, natural and cultural history displays, a children’s room, the Salamonie Raptor Center featuring live birds of prey. LAGRO TOWN HALL phone Number is 260-7822451. For emergency assistance please call Scott at 260-5713271. AUGUST BIRTHDAY WISHES go to: Sharon Miller, Aug. 3; Troy Slagel, Aug. 8; Roxane Mann, Aug. 12 (my sister!); Rita Gamble and Kelly Good, Aug. 15; Kyler Chapman and Amanda Schull, Aug. 19; Fran Gillespie, Aug. 20; Johnathan Gidley and Molly Strange, Aug. 27; Angie Gottschalk, Aug.28. Happy Birthday to all! H A P P Y ANNIVERSARY IN AUGUST to: Kelly and Lynnette Good, Aug. 14; Earl and

Bonnie Newton, Aug. 20. A big congratulations go out to them! DESIGNED BY CYCLISTS, FOR CYCLISTS, the Dam to Dam Century Ride is a recreational and social tour for Bicyclists. The route is designed to take riders over the Salamonie and Mississinewa Dam and around the Stockdale Dam. It is neither a race nor a test of stamina but geared for riders to enjoy cycling among friends and fellow biking enthusiasts. Riders experience 16 points of historic interest throughout the county. Ride day is Sunday, Sept. 9 starting from 6:30— 8;30 a.m., but there are many activities associated with this fantastic event so please call 260-5637171 for more information. ALL INVITED TO DORA CHRISTIAN CHURCH located at 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, Lagro to attend services. Sunday School meets at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday Worship meeting at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Also offered is the Weekly Wednesday Night Bible Study which is held at 6:30 p.m. S A I N T P A T R I C K ’ S CHURCH usually conducts Mass every first Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. All are invited to attend services. The historic St. Patrick’s Church is located at 950 Main Street, Lagro. THE LORD’S TABLE CHURCH would like to invite everyone to attend their Church Services at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays and 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. The church is located at 1975 Vernon Street, Wabash. Bible Study Night will be every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Please call Roxane at 260-571-7686 for more information. THE LAGRO COMMUNITY CHURCH welcomes the public to join them on Sundays for the 10 a.m. worship service. All are welcome to attend the service and stay for the fellowship and refreshments after-

wards. THE WEEKLY ISAAC-ISM: “Life takes courage and that comes in many forms. We all go through tough times in this journey we call life. There are just too many highs and lows on the path of life. I realized a long time ago that tennis is the perfect vehicle to teach young players the many life lessons that can help them be champions on the court and also champions in life. Courage is a core value that is often over looked or not given much thought. The sport of tennis gives players the opportunity to face adversity and battle through tough times; to finish a task even when the outcome might not be in their favor, to not give up. It takes courage to walk on a tennis court in a one on one competition style and represent your

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ALL COUNTY RESIDENTS come and support Southwood and Northfield by attending one of the study sessions between Aug. 20 to Sept. 12. Please call this number 260-563-8050 to

Lions work at State Fair:

Ethel Eib, LaFontaine Lions and Lion President Boots Jacks, Somerset Lions are working at gate 18 going to sell tickets on Friday Aug. 10. This was a very enjoyable day selling tickets at the state fair. Indiana Lions sell tickets and scan the tickets at four booths at the fair each year for the Indiana Lions Foundation.

sign up for one of the sessions. Your voice is needed on this for the best decision to be made for our schools. IT’S NOT TOO EARLY to think Small Town Expo, Nov. 3 will be here before we know it. Each year the group attempts to add an object of interest. This year it is a Parade of Trees. The tress may be decorated by clubs, groups, or individuals then put on display. If you would like to donate the tree via silent auction for a local charity just post a base price. If not just note it that it will be picked up by owner and is not for sale. There will be a “tree sitter” Nov. 3 during the Small Town Expo. BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS will meet the first Wednesday of September. Books

may be picked up at the library during regular hours. The book for September is “All The Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr. Discussion will be led by Patricia Walters. Hope to see you at Troyer Memorial Library on Wednesday, Sept. 5, at 1 p.m. Even if you do not get the book read join the fun and listen to the discussion. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jim Weaver Aug. 24, Emily Benner Aug. 25, Natalie Knoblock Aug. 26, Gabe Lloyd, Brooke Vielee, Brian Harrison, Donna Moore Aug. 27, Natalie Knoblock, Terri Pressler, Suzanne Schoby, Michael Sherman, Bernice Frank Aug. 28, Doris Moore, Arlene Wolfgang Aug. 29, Mike Sarll

Aug. 30 HAPPY BELATED ANNIVERSARY Nathan and Connie Suddarth Aug. 12 H A P P Y A N N I V E R S A RY Charles and Boots Jack Aug. 24, Paul and Carole Laycock, Mike and Tammie Ruse Aug. 25,Pat and Amy Knoblock, Charles and Phyliss Price Aug. 28 WORDS OF WISDOM “Stress and unhappiness come not from situations, but how you respond to situations.” Brian Tracy SEND YOUR NEWS & pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.com or 2258 E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN, 46940. These can be any club news, family, birthdays, anniversaries, births or parties. I am looking forward to receiving your news items.

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Wabash’s Nici Gunderman (7) and Manchester’s Bailey Mooney (5) battle for the ball in the Squires’ 1-0 win over the Apaches Thursday, Aug. 16. Photo by Eric Christiansen

Lady Squires down Wabash By Eric Christiansen echristiansen@nmpaper.com

NORTH MANCHESTER — The Manchester girls soccer team’s defense controlled Wabash in a tight 1-0 Squire win Thursday, Aug. 16. “The defense, led by Lex Donathan, did a fantastic job shutting down the Apaches,” Manchester coach Jen Birch said. “Jirni Cripe, Gabby Brewer, Beletu Stout and Bailey Mooney did a great job controlling the middle and running the field.” Emma Garriott scored the only goal of the game to help the Squires get the win. Wabash goalkeeper Olivia Lindsay gave up just the one goal and held the Squires scoreless in the second half. Whitney Working, Maya Benysh, Kelsie Olinger and Isabel France worked the front part of the defense to keep the Squires at bay.

Southwood scored early and often to open its season with a 33-0 shut-out of Manchester Friday, Aug. 17. Jackson Simons intercepted a pass from Devin Marcum on the first play from scrimmage, which led to a touchdown run from Gabe Lloyd for a 6-0 lead. The score remained 6-0 into the second quarter, with both Manchester’s and Southwood’s defenses hold their ground. However, Lloyd broke free for his second score with a 5yard run to give the Knights a 12-0 lead. Southwood broke it open in the second half, scoring on its first possession, when Alex Far scored on a 10-yard quarterback keeper for a 19-0 lead. Farr then found Jackson Simons with a 13-yard touchdown pass to make the score 26-0 after three quarters. The Knights added one final score in the fourth quarter when Tristin Hayslett running it in for a score to make it 33-0. Southwood garnered 346 yards on offense, 292 of those on the ground. Lloyd led the Knights with 191 yards rushing on 27

Undefeated season: Manchester Realty Junior Girls Softball team recently celebrated going undefeated during the 2018 regular season. Team members are (front row, from left) Elizabeth Renz, Peyton Ream, Lillian Shepherd, Ava Simcoe, Emma Garber; Chase Blevins (second row, from left), Skye Kline, Allie Egolf, Ava Felgar, Olivia Shepherd, Sophia Deneve; (back row, from left) coaches Jeff Felgar, Jason Egolf, Mike Shepherd. Photo provided

Teams ready for week No.2 overall performance, but are not ready to throw in the towel on the The Wabash County season as high school football yet. It is a coaches have now had process. a live scrimmage The coaches against another school see what as well as the opening goes on at week of games to practice and shake off the rust, in the lockinstall offensive and er room on defensive systems and a daily evaluate their team. basis. They Early on, it may or have a pretmay not look to fans ty good like us, but the teams pulse on are probably progressBILL BARROWS their playing at the pace that ers and the each coaching staff is team as a while. We, the fans expecting. I’m sure that they are not are not afforded that expericompletely pleased with the ence. Therefore, it is not for By Bill Barrows

carries and had two touchdowns. Manchester had 141 total yards on offense. Marcum went 8-24 passing for 69 yard and was picked off four times. Delton Moore ran the ball 12 times for 30 yards to lead the Squires, while Mason Meyer had four catches for 43 yards. Southwood hosts Oak Hill Friday, Aug. 24 at 7 p.m., while Manchester hosts Bluffton at 7 p.m. E l s e w h e r e , Rochester defeated Wabash, 42-15. Trailing 7-0, Jared Holley scored on an 89-yard pass from Devin Higdon. Grant Carandante added the

extra point to tie the score at 7-7. In the second quarter, Logan Vander Velden scored on a 29yard pass from Higdon. After a twopoint conversion was successful, the Apaches took a 15-14 lead. Later in the quarter, Rochester scored on a

us to judge, it is to watch and enjoy the journey that these young people are on hoping to improve as individuals and as teams as the season wears on. Week 2 kicks off on Friday, with some traditionally good matchups. All 4 games are 7pm kickoffs at the respective sites. Northfield will host Peru at Wilbur Dawes Field, Southwood entertains on Oak Hill at Sherman Waggoner Field in a border battle. Manchester will be home facing Bluffton and Wabash travels to Alexandria to face an old Central Indiana Conference foe. Get out and support our schools.

nine-yard run by Bryce Abbot to take the lead, 20-15. The Zebras scored three more times in the fourth quarter to ice the game. Hidden was 19 of 36 passing for 279 yards with two touchdowns and an interception. Holley had two receptions for 109

yards and a TD, while Vander Velden had seven catches for 93 yards and a TD. In the night’s other contest, Bluffton defeated Northfield, 40-12. Statistics from the game were not reported by deadline.

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Alumni from Chippewa, Linlawn and Noble high schools gather for the sixth annual reunion. Photo provided

Alex Peterson had the winning photograph in the Place/Scenic Category.

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The winning photo in the People/Animal Category was submitted by Adam Stakeman.

Alumni from 3 schools gather for banquet Article provided

The sixth annual alumni banquet for Chippewa, Linlawn and Noble high schools was Aug. 4 at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ. Attendees recited the Pledge of Allegiance, remembered deceased classmates and recognized those who served in the armed forces. There were 114 people in attendance from 18 classes, and one from Southwood High School. The alumni banquet began in 2008

under the leadership of the late Tom Ogan, with 347 people attending from 45 classes. The 2018 committee included chair Jerry Kirtlan, vice chair Mike Davenport, secretary Amy Niccum, treasurer Ruth Dyson, David Keaffaber, Dennis Kramer, Nancy Krom and Joan Ogan, in memory of Tom Ogan. Tables were decorated in school colors and used vases of fall colors. Kirtlan gave the blessing. The meal was catered by Scott Wysong and the

crew of Lynn’s Restaurant, Roann. Gift cards were awarded to Lawrence Denney, Linlawn Class of 1946; Linda Fordyce Lambert and Sharon Graham Carter, both of whom came from Florida for the event. In addition to Indiana, attendees also were from Michigan and Missouri. The next banquet will be the first Saturday in August 2020. Anyone with an address change should notify Amy Niccum, 260-563-1014.

Laney Michelle Faith Eiler

Laney Michelle Faith was born at 11:52 a.m. April 27, 2018, to Mr. & Mrs. Shaun Eiler, Wabash. The baby weighed 6 pounds, 2 ounces and was 19 inches long. Her mother is the former Valerie Panzica. Her sisters are Lakin, 7, Layna, 2, and the late Lynnley. Grandparents are Mark & Teresa Eiler,

Drew Guenin-Hodson’s winning photograph in the 16 and Under Category. Photos provided

Winners named in photo contest By The Paper staff The winners have been announced in the Borders and Beyond 2018 4x4 Phone Photo Contest. Winner were: First place

People/Animal: Adam Stakeman. $50 First place Place/Scenic: Alex Peterson. $50 First place Object: Krystan Henderson. $50 First place 16 & under: Drew Guenin-

Hodson. $25 S t a k e m a n , Peterson and Henderson each won $50, while GueninHodson won $25. Winning in thr People’s Choice contest, and receiving certificates were:

People/Animal: Brianne Craft

Place/Scenic: Adam Stakeman Object:

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16 & under: Grant Hodson

Beacon Investment Services receives award By The Paper staff

Wabash, and James and Barb Panzica, South Bend. Great-

Grandparents are Anthony and Irene Panzica, South Bend.

Dallas Edward Shoemaker

Dallas Edward was born at 12:11 p.m. Aug. 12, to Mr. & Mrs. Scott Shoemaker, Lompoc, Calif. He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 20 inches long. His mother is the former Kiana Gillum. He has a brother, Jaden S h o e m a k e r , Albuquerque, N.M. Grandmothers are Angela Ferguson, Roann, and Sandy

Krystan Henderson’s winning photograph in the Object Category.

Shoemaker, Frisco, Texas, and grandfather

is Adam Wabash.

Gillum,

Beacon Investment Services,partof Beacon CreditUnion,receiveda Distinction Crystal Award from CUNA Brokerage Services in recognition of a thirtyyearrelationship. Since 1988, Beacon CreditUnionhasprovided investment, insurance and planning servicestoourmembership. “Reaching the 30-year milestone with CUNA is a true testament of stability and teamwork,” said Kevin Willour, President and CEO of Beacon. “We are honored as this award represents the efforts we strive in improving the financial lives of our membership.” Beacon Investment Services, located at Beacon Credit Union,

Showing off the award are (from left) Dusty Cuttriss, Chief Financial Officer; Mike Farner, Beacon Investment Services Financial Advisor; Kevin Willour, CEO; Tiffany Haupert, Beacon Investment Services Financial Advisor; andEmilyDever, Beacon Investment Services Client Service Coordinator. Photo provided continuetoadvisemembership on a variety of investment topics including, but not limited to, retirement planning, brokerage accounts, and mutual funds. “This award represents our long-term commitment to providing our clients the best advice and resources available,” Financial

Advisor Tiffany Haupert said. “We look forward to improving thefinanciallivesof our clients for years to come.” Mike Farner and Haupert are experienced financial professionals who care about your future. They listen to your goals and work with you to conduct a financial plan to reach

your desired future. “Our partnership with CUNA has been a significant contributor to the growth of Beacon Investment Services along with the efforts of fellow advisor Tiffany Haupert andclientservice coordinator Emily Dever,” Farmer said. “We look forward to many more years of working together.”

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Bus routes are too long Dear Editor, I am writing in regards to my two daughters. First off, I would like to express my satisfaction with Wabash community schools, particularly the North Manchester school district. I feel they do a very good job based on the size of the school. But, I am concerned about the length of time my 7-year-old and 16-year-old are on the bus this year. We live in the country and starting this year both of my daughters are on the bus on the way home for approximately an hour and forty minutes. So that puts them home at roughly 4:45 p.m. Now 90 percent of the time they have homework, so let’s factor in 30 minutes to an hour of that, if not longer, then dinner, and baths. That gives them about 30 minutes to unwind and spend some time with

family before it’s off to bed. I think that’s a tremendous amount of pressure and stress on them. I understand we work within a budget for bus pick up, but that is way too long in my opinion for any student regardless of what grade to be on the bus. Also, the fact that there is any-

where from kindergardners to 12th grade on the bus, that’s quite an age combination to be putting together for that long of a period of time. It also is a long time to expect them to not get anxious. There has to be a solution, such as having two routes to

lighten the load for the driver who is in this predicament. Obviously, it’s not the drivers fault. Perhaps we can compromise, drop some off or pick them up first, and alternate from week to week. I understand it adds a little more chaos to the driver, but I think it could be worked out.

Family appreciates support Dear Editor: The family of Fred Raider would like to thank those who helped organize the benefit, those who

donated to the benefit, those who made desserts for the benefit dinner, all the volunteers who helped during the dinner,

and those who came and supported Fred. We were amazed by the support and love that was shown! We feel very blessed to

have such great friends, family, and community. — Fred and Annette Raider, Denver

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Bird hunt applications available From the DNR Upland bird hunters can apply now for the opportunity to participate in controlled-access hunts on private land through a relatively new DNR program called APPLE. APPLE stands for Access Program Providing Land

Enhancements. APPLE offers financial incentives to landowners who allow controlled public access hunting on their land. Public hunting opportunities are made available through a reserved draw system. The program is geared toward improving hunting opportunities for ring-necked pheasant, Northern bob-

white quail and American woodcock. The species available at each participating property can vary. To apply, visit hunting.IN.gov and click on the “Reserved Hunt Info” link. Hunters can apply now through Sept. 23. The online method is the only way to apply.

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MSD approves plethora of staff changes White’s. — Approved the transfer of Mark Hewitt from match core teacher to transition room teacher at White’s. — Approved the transfer of Chris Whitacre from transition room to Alternative II Boys Classroom instructor at Whites. — Approved the fall coaching roster for Northfield, including Brandon Baker (head

football), Clint Davis (assistant football), Steve Swinson (assistant football), Rick Brewer (assistant football), Sean Ream (assistant football), Erik Weikel (assistant football), Shane Vigar (assistant football), Tory Shafer (assistant football), Stan Cox (assistant football), Brian Enyeart (assistant football), Matt Burkhart (junior high football), Xian Rodriguez (junior high

Roann festival plans mud volleyball tourney By The Paper staff ROANN — The Roann Covered Bridge Festival mud volleyball tournament is on Sunday, Sept. 9, at the Pull Field. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m., and play will begin at 1 p.m. The cost is $1 per player.

All teams need to have at least two females on the court at all times. There is a youth tournament and an adult tournament. To qualify as a youth team, all team members must be either elementary, middle, or high school students.

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cheer). — Approved additions to the Southwood fall coaching roster, including Matt Denney (junior high football), Reggie Ball (assistant football), Caryn Tinkle (assistant volleyball), and Charla Schoeff (assistant volleyball volunteer for sixth grade volleyball).

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The Metropolitan School District of Wabash County approved a plethora of human resources items at its regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, Aug. 14. The new school year just got started, and all of the school’s administrators reported that things at the school are running as smoothly as possible. The general fund balance started year at $2.7 million for the school district. A s s i s t a n t Superintendent Chris Kuhn presented to the board about assessed value and tax rates as the board gears up for its budget hearing on Sept. 11. The board gave permission to advertise the Tax Form 3, one of the last steps before the school district can take its tax draw. The board also approved the soliciting of fuel bids for the 201819 school year. Kuhn anticipated that fuel costs would go up. At the meeting, the board also: — Accepted the resignation of Sam Key, technology assistant, White’s High School. — Accepted the resignation of Katie Pratt, kindergarten aide, Metro North Elementary. — Accepted the resignation of Beth Phillipy, special education teacher, Southwood High School. — Accepted the resignation of Leslie Butterbaugh, speech pathologist, WMAP. — Accepted the resignation of Lynne Keaffaber, art teacher, Northfield High School. — Approved the employment of Danielle Eccles, classroom instructor, White’s High School. — Approved the employment of Stephanie Height, special education aide, Southwood Elementary. — Approved the employment of Mary Larimer, special education teacher, Southwood High School. — Approved the employment of Melissa Allen, paraprofessional, Northfield High School. — Approved the employment of Joseph Bockover, art teacher, Northfield High School. — Approved the employment of Jeremy Monroe, math teacher (temp), Northfield High School. — Approved the transfer of Wendy Gray from classroom instruc-

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Aug. 24-26, at the SouthSide Free Will Baptist Church. Services will be at 7 p.m. Friday and

Saturday, and 11 a.m. Sunday. The church is located at 360 Columbus St., Wabash.

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com The annual Mike’s Great Giveaway will take place Saturday, Aug. 25, at Christ United Methodist Church. The event, in memory of Mike Drook, will take place from 8 a.m. to noon at the church, 477 N. Wabash St. Drook was a church member who passed away in June 2007. Mike had a big heart and a concern for the community. The giveaway was his dream. Anyone can come to the church to see if there are items they need, organizers said. Those attending can take anything and there is no cost. It is Christ Church’s desire to reach out to the community when so

Lois Broyles and Sharon Elliott sort items for Mike’s Great Giveaway. Photo by Joseph Slacian many are struggling financially, organizers said. “It was Mike’s dream, rather than have a rummage sale, to try to give things away to people who needed them,” volunteer Carol McDonald said. “We have always

had a very big turnout. People start lining up outside. “We feel good about doing it for the community and in Mike’s name. Mike was a very caring person.” Drook was the recipient of a heart transplant, McDonald

noted. “After that, he really appreciated every day, as we all should,” she said. “I’m sure the people of the community appreciate us giving away things to them. It makes us feel good to do it in his honor.”

Mountain bike ride planned at Salamonie September 8 From the DNR Mountain bike the

Bloodroot Trail at Salamonie Lake’s Second Saturday program on Sept. 8. The program runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and starts at S a l a m o n i e Interpretive Center. Participants will bike the Bloodroot Trail and have a picnic lunch break. Wear appropriate

clothes for trail riding and pack a lunch and water. Participants should bring their own mountain bikes. Helmets are recommended. A $3 fee per participant is payable day of the event. Participants will not be required to pay the standard proper-

ty admission fee. Advance registration is required by calling 260-468-2127. Second Saturday is a monthly educational series of programs at Salamonie Lake. Upper Wabash Interpretive Services is at 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews, 46702.

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Honeywell Center adds 2 shows By The Paper staff The Honeywell Center will be hosting two new shows coming up yet this year and early 2019. Billy F. Gibbons of ZZ Top will perform on Sat., Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m., and American Girl Live will take place on Friday, Jan. 4, 2019, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale on Tuesday, Aug. 21, at 10 a.m. With his signature beard and headgear, Billy F. Gibbons is instantly recognizable. He’s best known as the centerpiece and one-third of ZZ Top, the band that came together in 1969 and has stayed part of the American musical landscape ever since – the longest-running major rock band still

composed of its original members. Gibbons and band mates Dusty Hill and Frank Beard were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, most appropriately by Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones, a longtime friend of Gibbons’. His singular look notwithstanding, Gibbons’ even more notable for having been recognized as one of the most inventive and dexterous guitarists of the rock era. He is widely regarded as one of the world’s finest guitarists working in the blues-rock idiom. ZZ Top’s sound owes much to his uncanny knack to squeeze unheard of sounds out of the electric guitar that resonate with the blues,

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Hotels Combined honors Charley Creek Inn By The Paper staff HotelsCombined, the Australian-based hotel meta-search company, has started an extensive survey covering different types of accommodations within the United States. This survey is based on gathering data from millions of guest reviews and translating them to an official Recognition of Excellence. T h e HotelsCombined Recognition of Excellence is not a ranking list but a group of outstanding accommodations chosen based on a strict set of criteria. In order to be considered, properties must meet the following criteria: At the time of judging, a winner is rated 8.50/10 or over with a minimum of 50 customer reviews certified by HotelsCombined. No major customer service problems, nor recurring or unresolved issues can be detected. Moreover, HotelsCombined is taking in great consideration the way the hotel staff answered the Hotels communication team, demonstrating their commitment in providing quick assistance. Charley Creek Inn boasts a high satisfaction rating among guests and travel industry experts,

receiving 242 reviews for an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10, placing the Inn in the top 3 percent of accommodations worldwide for customer satisfaction. “There is no greater affirmation than being endorsed by our own guests. With the HotelsCombined Recognition of Excellence based on customer reviews, the accolade is a remarkable vote of confidence to our business and our continued commitment to providing an exceptional experience to visitors,” said Howard Kaler, General Manager of Charley Creek Inn. “This distinction is a true testament to our team who strives to exceed guest expectations to ensure an enjoyable experience.” Charley Creek Inn

is a restored, historic boutique hotel, original built in the 1920s. It offers 30 individually-decorated guest rooms and suites, dining at Twenty

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“HONORING A LIFE WITH DIGNITY AND COMPASSION” www.mcdonaldfunerals.com Marcia Knee, 71 Longtime 4-H volunteer March 16, 1947 – Aug. 14, 2018

Marcia Knee, 71, of rural Urbana, died at 4:45 pm, Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born March 16, 1947, in Huntington County to Darwin and Thelma (McKenzie) Harper. Marcia was a 1965 graduate of Southwood High School. She married Terry Knee at the Wabash Christian Church on September 26, 1965. She was the supervisor of the bake shop at Manchester University for 35 years, retiring in 2013. Marcia was a member of the Wabash County Cancer Society, the Wabash County Fair Association, a 4-H leader several years, and the GWRRA (Gold Wing Road Riders Association). She was involved with the Tree of Caring for the Cancer Society and the Chili Cook-Off. Marcia enjoyed hunting night crawlers, fishing, chickens and being involved with kids and 4-H. She especially loved her husband, kids, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Marcia was always doing for others, and also enjoyed helping Terry and other board members at the Wabash County 4-H Fair. On July 20, 2018, Marcia was inducted in the Wabash County 4-H Hall of Fame. She is survived by her husband, Terry Knee of Urbana; two children, Shaun (Renee) Knee of Akron, and Tiann (Robert) Aughinbaugh of Huntington; adopted son, Tracy (Connie) Carboni of New Haven; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; mother, Thelma Harper of Wabash; and two sisters-in-law, Kay Hapner of Carmel, and Lori Holland of Utah. She was preceded in death by her father, Darwin Harper, daughter, Sheri Ann Knee, and her granddaughter, Christina Lynn Knee. Funeral services were Monday, July 20, 2018, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Brian Chamberlain officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was Sunday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Wabash County Cancer Society. The memorial guest book for Marcia may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Betty Lou Wilcox, 81 Worked as an RN Feb. 15, 1937 – Aug. 13, 2018

Betty Lou Wilcox, 81, North Manchester, passed away Aug. 13, 2018 at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester. Betty was born on Feb. 15, 1937, to Edson and Dorothy (Ludwig) Carroll in Huntington. After graduating from Urbana High School in 1955, Betty graduated from St. Joseph Hospital of Nursing in 1958. She married the love of her life Ernest Wilcox Jr. on Aug. 23, 1958. Together, Ernest and Betty started out their new life together in Fort Sill, Okla., since Ernest was in the Army at that time. If it wasn’t scrubbing for an O.R. doctor, Betty Lou would give 7-year-old boys and girls their weekly allergy shots or draw their blood in the lab and did it with commitment, compassion, and love. Before retiring in 1990, Betty worked as an RN at the Wabash County Hospital then the Manchester Clinic. Betty was a farm wife and homemaker. She was Ernest’s farm hand – from running equipment, shelling corn, bailing hay, and caring for animals. As a member of the St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, church life was an important part of Betty’s life. She helped with funeral dinners and taught Sunday school. She was also a part of the St. Robert Rosary Sodality. Betty was a Red Cross volunteer and an advocate for Right to Life. She believed in life from the point of conception. In her free time, Betty loved sewing clothes for Barbies. Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Betty will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Ernest Wilcox, North Manchester; one son, David (Traci) Wilcox, North Manchester; two daughters Teresa (Dan) Flora, North Manchester, and Christine Marie (Robert) Warner, Sarasota, Fla.; a brother, Robert (Ann) Carroll, North Manchester; eight grandchildren Jaime (Chadd) Keaffaber, North Manchester, Lydia (Kenny) Young, Plainfield, Maria (Greg) Whitaker, Clayton, Amelia (Joe) Bradley, North Manchester, Gabrielle Wilcox, North Manchester, Branden Wilcox, North Manchester, Felicity Warner, Boston, Mass., Austen Warner, Sarasota, Fla.; and nine great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 1203 State Road 114 East, North Manchester. Visitation was Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. A Rosary service was Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018, at McKee Mortuary. Father Andrew Curry will officiate and burial will be at Fairview Cemetery, Servia. Arrangements are in the care of McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. For those who wish to honor the memory of Betty Lou Wilcox, memorial contributions may be made to St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 1203 State Road 114 East, North Manchester, IN 46962 or Alzheimer’s Association 50 East 91 Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240. Betty was a firm believer that life began at conception and did not end until God called for your last breath. That is why she is the greatest mother her children could ever have.

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Wilhelmina “Billie” Jacks, 87 Worked as dietician Feb. 16, 1931 – June 9, 2018

Wilhelmina (Billie) Jacks, 87, formerly of LaFontaine, passed away June 9, 2018. She was born Feb. 16, 1931. Wilhelmina loved her children and her pets and was always there to help them through life’s events and always had a special sense of humor. Wilhelmina was a domestic engineer until her children were grown and then attended classes to become a dietitian and worked as dietary director at ShangriLa nursing facility. She retired, moved to Ft. Myers, Fla., and loved her home there. She is survived by daughters Lennie Coldren, Ft. Myers, Fla., Theresa (Micheal) Russell Upland, and Raejean (Ronald ) Vorhees of Lakeland, Fla.; 11 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Wilhelmina is preceded in death by her parents John D. and Esther M Powell, brother Earl Powell, granddaughter Nature Vorhees and her son, Dale Bernon Jacks. There will be a celebration of life for Wilhelmina on Aug. 25, 2018, at the Wabash County Historical Museum from 2 to 4 p.m. Please come share memories you may have with family and friends.

James D. Ramey, 65 Active in Masons Jan. 9, 1953 – July 27, 2018

James Douglas Ramey, age 65, of Bryan, Ohio, and formerly of Wabash, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2018, at his home in Bryan. Mr. Ramey was a graduate of Southwood High School in Wabash and had retired from CK Technologies in Montpelier, Ohio. He was active in Masonic life as a member of Lafontaine Lodge No.295 where he was a Past Master, was a member of the Mitzpah Shrine in Fort Wayne, a member of the Scottish Rite and was a 33rd Degree Mason. He was also a member of Bryan Eagles Aerie No.2233 and the Eagle Riders. He enjoyed playing golf and the challenge of playing at different venues, and also watching NASCAR which for many years took him to the Brickyard 400 where he had a reserved seat behind pit row position 3. A longtime hobby of photography produced box after box of photos some over 40 years old and he also enjoyed looking at and photographing models from the annual North American Model Engineering Society exposition in Detroit. Jim also had an affinity for wines, and loved visiting wineries and trying new wines especially at the winery in PawPaw, Mich., which was one of his favorites. James Douglas Ramey was born on Jan. 9, 1953, in Grundy, Va., the son of James G. and Carmie (Hilton) Ramey. He is survived by one sister, Sue Ramey (Ben) Metzger, and one brother, Robert (Tammy) Ramey, both of Columbia City; his step-mother, Bonnie Ramey, of Wabash; and a step-sister, Linda (Robert) Sopher, of Wabash. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services conducted by the Scottish Rite were Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at the chapel of Gardens of Memory Cemetery, 11201 S. Marion Rd. 35, Marion. Memorials are requested to a Masonic Charity of the donor’s choice.

Anna Kindler, 82 Enjoyed movies Sept. 9, 1935 – Aug. 14, 2018

Anna Faye Kindler, 82, died at 1:04 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018, at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home, Fort Wayne. Born on Sept. 9, 1935, in Birmingham, Ala., Anna was the daughter of Melvin and Doris (Wiseman) DeVoe. On Feb. 14, 1976, Anna married Maurice F. Kindler. The two were married for 35 years before Maurice passed away on May 28, 2011. Anna always loved being the wife of a veteran and often said “she was a career veteran’s wife.” Being a mother, homemaker and a veteran’s wife was a fulltime job, but when Anna found time, she enjoyed crocheting and watching movies on TV. The memory of Anna Faye Kindler will be carried on by a daughter, Tyna L. Raikes, Laketon; a brother, Rex (Clara) DeVoe, Rocky Top, Tenn.; three grandchildren, Autumn (Brett) Taylor, Wabash, Rhyan (Philip) Langhammer, Kokomo, and Corey Raikes, Laketon; four great-grandchildren; three nephews and one niece. Anna is preceded in death by her husband, Maurice F. Kindler; parents, Melvin and Doris DeVoe and one brother, Max DeVoe. A graveside service will be held at a later date. For those who wish to honor the memory of Anna Faye Kindler, memorial contributions may be made to McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, IN 46962 to assist with final expenses.

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Marjorie Stoffer, 94 Former NHS cook

Nov. 24, 1923 – Aug. 16, 2018

Marjorie Marie Stoffer, 94, of Wabash, formerly of Roann, died at 12:41 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born Nov. 24, 1923, in Wabash County to Dwight and Ethel (Miller) Rosenthal. Marjorie was a 1942 graduate of Chippewa High School. She married Bruce Stoffer, Jr. at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ on July 25, 1943; he died September 19, 1989. She was a cook at Northfield High School 25 years. She was a member of Bachelor Creek Church of Christ and the Frances Slocum Chapter of The Daughters of the American Revolution. She lived in Roann 32 years prior to moving to Wabash in 1990. She is survived by her two children, Randall D. (Shirley) Stoffer of Orlando, Fla., and Debora Stoffer of Wabash; three grandchildren, Lianne (Ryan) Hurtado and Ryan Stoffer, both of Orlando, and Shaun Stoffer of Taiwan; great-grandson, Rylan Hurtado of Orlando. She was also preceded in death by her parents, her son, Dennis Stoffer, her stepbrother, Lee Gaff, and her two step-sisters, Lona Leedy and Dolly Pontius Maggart. Funeral services were Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Ken Goble officiating. Burial was in Roann Community Cemetery, Roann. Visitation was Monday at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is the donor’s favorite charity. The memorial guest book for Marjorie may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Barbara Ihnen Retired teacher, principal April 2, 1957 – Aug. 17, 2018

Barbara A. Ihnen went to heaven on Aug. 17, 2018, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. She was born April 2, 1957, in West Lafayette, to Gene and Lynn Ramsbey. Barbara graduated from Plymouth High School, Plymouth, in 1975. She married Max L. Ihnen on July 15, 1978. Barbara graduated from Manchester College in 1979 with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She received her master’s degree in elementary education from IPFW in Fort Wayne. She was an elementary school teacher in the Manchester Community Schools for 25 years. She then became an elementary principal at Pierceton Elementary School, Metro North Elementary School, and retired as a principal at Perry High Elementary in June 2017. Barbara loved her family with all her heart and was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She so enjoyed her time spent with her grandchildren. Barbara had a special love for children and touched the lives of many over the years. She truly cared about her students, while in her classroom and beyond. Barbara enjoyed nature, traveling and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed volunteering at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo. Barbara will be remembered by her husband, Max Ihnen, Fort Wayne; one son Matt (Lauren Koegler) Ihnen, Milwaukee, Wis.; two daughters Andrea (Brock) Shultz, Avilla, and Amy Ihnen, Indianapolis; her parents, Gene & Lynn Ramsbey, North Manchester; two brothers, Mark (Mai Nguyen) Ramsbey, Sunnyvale, Calif., and Paul (Rayelene) Ramsbey, Pipestone, Minn.; two sisters Diane Quance, Warsaw, and Dawn (Scott) Helm, Elkhart; and three grandchildren Bryce, Maci, and Lane Shultz. She was preceded in death by one son, Kyle Ihnen. Services for Barbara will be Friday, Aug. 24, 2018, at 11 a.m. at First Brethren Church, 407 N. Sycamore St., North Manchester. Friends and family may call Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Pastor Kurt Stout will officiate the service. Burial will be at South Pleasant Cemetery, Silver Lake. For those who wish to honor the memory of Barbara Ihnen, memorial contributions can be made to the Manchester Community Schools Wellness Fund c/o M.A. Hire, 1 Squire Drive, North Manchester, IN 46962.

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Nov. 1, 1950 – Aug. 14, 2018 Mary L. Blair, 67, of Wabash, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018. She was born Nov. 1, 1950. There will be no services. Arrangements by McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash.

Nov. 1, 1928 – Aug. 18, 2018 Betty A. Hunter, 89, rural Wabash, died at 4:45 p.m., Aug. 18, 2018. She was born Nov. 1, 1928 Services 1 pm. Aug. 22 at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Visitation 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 22.

Donn Kesler, 91 Former principal April 7, 1927 – Aug. 13, 2018 Donn Kesler, 91, North Manchester, died Aug. 13, 2018. He was born April 7, 1927. Services 1:30 p.m. Aug. 26, at Manchester Church of the Brethren. Visitation two hours before service. Arrangements by McKee Mortuary.

Wabash City Police Citations August 9 Keagan L. Knepp, 20, Wabash, cited for driving while suspended infraction and expired registration. August 10 Rebekah A. Rose, 21, Franklin, cited for speed. Remy F. Brundage, 26, Covington, Ky., cited for speed. Tena M. Herron, 62, Wabash, cited for seatbelt violation. Joshua A. Miracle, 34, Wabash, cited for seatbelt violation. August 11 Marissa K. Deeter, 21, Wolcottville, cited for speed. Bailey E. Jones, Jr., 20, Wabash, cited for seatbelt violation. Kyle M. James, 27, Wabash, cited for expired plate. Shawn A. Penland, 25, Wabash, cited for seatbelt violation. Kerry N. Rabenold, 70, West Lafayette, cited for speed. Rocky A. Bishir, 37, Wabash, cited for driving while suspended infraction. Colin M. Steidinger, 28, Gibson City, Ill., cited for speed. August 12 Bruce A. Pollard, 53, Wabash, sited for seatbelt violation. Matthew C. Swanson, 35, Wabash, cited for disregarding a stop sign. Diane G. Barton, 56, Wabash, cited for seatbelt violation. Cathleon K. Wilke, 57, Hamlet, cited for seatbelt violation. Corbin J. Harrison, 21, Goshen, cited for speed. Carl E. Smith, 58, Wabash, cited for seatbelt violation. August 13 Kaleb M. Kerr, 17, Urbana, cited for speed. August 14 Shawn M. Filip, 37, Servia, cited for seatbelt violation. Thomas A. Bradford, 33, Wabash, cited for seatbelt violation. Arrests August 8 Ernest E. Hubbard, 41, Wabash, revoke bond for theft. Doug L. Carter, 38, Montpelier, arrested for possession of meth. August 10 Trever W. Brent, 36, Wabash, arrested for disorderly conduct. At 16-year-old juvenile arrested for driving left of center, no or improper taillights, OWI endangerment and OWI. August 11 Sally J. Miracle, 75, Wabash, arrested for OWI. August 12 Chad. E. Galley, 41, Wabash, failure to appear for non-support of a dependent. August 13 Erica L. Ortiz, 26,

www.thepaperofwabash.com Wabash, failure to appear for possession of meth, possession of cocaine and theft. Shania E. Arthur, 23, Denver, arrested for theft. James E. Skaggs, 50, Wabash, petition to revoke pre-trial release for possession of meth. August 14 Scott A. Luttrell, 40, Wabash, arrested for theft. Accidents August 9 At 8:09 p.m., a vehicle driven by Trent D. Van Doren, 23, Laketon, collided with a vehicle driven by Katrina M. Blackburn, 59, Wabash, at 1309 N. Cass St. August 10 At 4:12 p.m., a vehicle driven by Collin Dotson, 21, Adrian, Mich., collided with a vehicle driven by Joshua M. Smith, 40, Wabash, on State Road 13 near Noble Street. August 14 At 3:00 p.m. a vehicle driven by Shawna A. Ammerman, 42, Roann, collided with a vehicle driven by Ray A. Hart, 81, Wabash, at 10 John Kissinger Drive. Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Citations August 4 Cody L. Garmere, 19, Alexandria, cited for speed. August 8 Vincent D. Stokes, 20, Cedar Park, Texas, cited for speed. August 9 Lisa B. Cummins, 51, LaFontaine, cited for speed. Jacob J. Harris, 45, Warsaw, cited for disregarding a stop sign. August 12 Niki A. Frieden, 23, Indianapolis, cited for speed. Zachary M. Rodgers, 18, Kokomo, cited for speed. Bookings August 8 Joshua L. Dingess, 32, Laketon, violation of probation for possession of a controlled substance. August 9 David B. Alexander, 49, DeMotte, charged with intimidation and pointing a firearm. August 10 Maxxwell M. Marseilles, 18, Wabash, charged with disorderly conduct. David A. Proctor, 56, Cassopolis, Mich, charged with theft. Trever W. Bent, 36, Wabash, charged with disorderly conduct. Connie F. Johnson, 44, petition to revoke probation for possession of meth. Kyle Dewayne Huston, 33, Wabash, petition to revoke work release for burglary/theft. William S. Wise, 33, Marion, failure to appear for possession of a synthetic drug or a synthetic drug lookalike substance.

August 11 Hunter C. Sonnenberg, 19, LaFontaine, failure to appear for possession of marijuana. August 12 Kaitlyn E. Jones, 18, Marion, charged with resisting law enforcement and minor consumption. Clay J. Hinrichsen, 20, Wabash, charged with resisting law enforcement and minor consumption. Kyle B. Weiss, 20, Wabash, charged with resisting law enforcement and minor consumption. Chanse E. Mygrant, 21, Marion, charged with resisting law enforcement. Rylie G. Rickert, 20, North Manchester, charged with resisting law enforcement and minor consumption. Dylan J. Gunderman, 20, Wabash, charged with minor consumption. Katie M. Newland, 20, Warsaw, charged with resisting law enforcement and minor consumption. Carlie R. England, 20, Lagro, charged with resisting law enforcement and minor consumption. Kent G. Green, 57, Liberty Mills, charged with public intoxication and possession of marijuana. August 13 Benjamin D. Sheppard, 41, North Manchester, charged with domestic battery, committed in the presence of a child less than 16 years. August 14 Alexandra J. Guffey, 30, Marion, petition to revoke pre-trail electronic home detention for operating while intoxicated, and unlawful possession of a syringe. Brittany J. Niccum, 28, North Manchester, petition to revoke probation for possession of meth. Rodney A. Shaver, 23, Wabash, charged with operating while intoxicated and criminal mischief. William S. Rose, 30, Marion, charged as a habitual traffic violator.

Accidents August 4 At 8:29 p.m., a vehicle driven by Dusty Callander, 34, Peru ran off the road near Old Slocum Trail and County Road 950 South. August 9 At 4:47 p.m., a vehicle driven by Troy L. Bone, 47, Lagro, collided with a vehicle driven by Camila Vazquez, 38, Logansport, on County Road 900 South near American Road. August 10 At 11:35 a.m. a vehicle driven by Charles E. Richards, 69, Wabash, ran off the road on Old Slocum Trail near County Road 1200 South. At 11:42 a.m., a vehicle driven by Richard A. Spencer, 50, Warsaw, collided with a vehicle driven by Sandra D. Rodriguez, 54, Goshen, at the intersection of State Road 15 and

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State Road 114. At 4:14 p.m., a vehicle driven by Joshua J. Foster, 33, Logansport, collided with a vehicle driven by Sarah A. Kirby, 57, Huntington, which in turned collided with vehicles driven by Carissa M. Copeland, 33, Wabash and Christi M. Atkins, 39, Andrews, at the intersection of U.S. 24 West and County Road 200 West. August 12 At 7:59 p.m. a vehicle driven by Courtney E. Orme, 25, Angola, ran off the road near U.S. 24 and Old 24. North Manchester Accidents August 14 At 4:56 p.m. a vehicle driven by Devin R. Ogden, South Whitley collided with a vehicle driven by John W. Henderson, 51, North Manchester at the intersection of Main Street and Mill Street. At 8:00 p.m., a vehicle driven by Donald E. Ganger, 69, New Paris, backed into two vehicles in the 1100 block of West Fourth Street. Citations August 14 Chad P. Patridge, 39, Silver Lake, cited for no operator’s license in possession and open container. Max C. Karg, 19, North Manchester, cited for false and fictitious vehicle registration. Arrests

August 13 Benjamin D. Sheppard, 41, North Manchester, arrested for domestic battery. Fire August 11 5:56 p.m., 700 block of North Mill Street for a medical assist. August 12 4:12 p.m., 600 block of North Wayne Street for medical assist. August 13 8:44 p.m., 1100 block of West Fourth Street for medical assist. Marriage Licenses Morgan E. Hendricks, 23, and Ryan G. Keaffaber, 23 Jeanne L. Moorman, 54, and Kevin D. Atkinson, 58 Gregory L. Dale, 40, and Cariel L. Johnson, 43 Yezan M. Alkhateeb, 30, and Breanne K. Walls, 23 Chad A. Cripe, 48, and Daisy A. Moore, 41 Spencer D. Mahan, 23, and Margrette K. Baxter, 21 Amy L. Sherer, 48, and William P. Vinco, 48 Tamra L. Burnsworth, 59, and Jerry R. Farmer, 64 Building permits Denn Elshire, utility shed/carport Rachel Burcroff, deck Dustin Echard, new home Land Transfers Ashleigh I Kiester to Ashleigh I. Kiester Thomas, Corey Thomas and Ashleigh

WEEKLY REPORTS Keister, quitclaim deed. Peebles family farms to Vada Farm, Inc, quitclaim deed. Vada Farm Inc to Mark W. Anderson, corporate deed. John L. West, Sharon J. West and the John Lee West Joint Revocable Trust to Derrick L. Harris and Brittany N. Harris, trust deed. Carole S. Kessinger and Laura S. Baughman to Stephen W. Brodt and Karen A. Brodt, warranty deed. B e n j a m i n McKnight and Elizabeth McKnight to Jerry Rose, warranty deed. Glenn A. Guenin to Glenn A. Guenin, James A. Martin and Rachel C. Lambert, quitclaim deed. Hidden Diamond Homes, LLC to Michael D. Moore II and Kayla D. More, warranty deed. Michael R. Daniel and Rhonda K. Daniel to Michael R. Daniel, Rhonda K. Miller and the Michael R. Daniel and Rhonda Daniel joint revocable living trust, quitclaim deed. Terry G. Hinds and Keri L. Hinds to Terry G. Hinds, Keri L. Hinds and the Terri G. Hinds and Keri L. Hinds revocable living trust. Alma A. Smith Trust, Alma A. Smith Irrevocable trust and Lymen Lee Smith to Lymen Len Smith, trust deed. Beth A. Lehman

and Jami J. Ousley to Austin J. Sluss, warranty deed. Christopher S. Frantz and Wendy L. Frantz to David M. Benson and Jami Ousley, warranty deed. Beauchamp Family, LLC, to Beauchamp Family, LLC, quitclaim deed. Earl J. Ward and Sherry J. Ward to Earl J. Ward, Sherry L. Ward and Earl J. Ward joint revocable living trust. John S. Fearnow and Nancy J. Fearnow to Cesar Omar Solorzano, Katie Lynn Solorzano, Cesar Omar Solorzano Malacara, Katie Lynn Solarzano Malacara, Cesar Omar Malacara and Katie Lynn Malacara, warranty deed. Davis Shethar to MDW Management, LLC, warranty deed. Scout Stout Farms, Inc., to Deardorff Land, Inc, corporate deed. Timothy R. Baker and Nadine A. Baker to TNB Asset Management, warranty deed. Jeffrey R. Howard and Pamela Howard to Darren A. Carnes, quitclaim deed. Troy C. Andritsch to Laura E. Quirindongo, Josue Quirindongo, Josue Rodriguez, and Jusue D. Quirindongo Rodriguez, warranty deed. William Craft and Diana Craft to Karl

Ray Hurst, warranty deed. G e o r g i a n n a Hileman to Hileman Round Barn, LLC, quitclaim deed. Julie Locke to Ty N. Renbarger and Hayley Beauchamp, warranty deed. Stouffer Acres, Inc. to David A. Stouffer, Heather Hunsberger, Melanie Brainard, Renee Stouffer and David Irrevocable trust, corporate deed. Renee Stouffer and David A. Stouffer Irrevocable trust to Michael C. Fouts and Donna L. Fouts. Heather Hunsbeger, Melanie Brainard and Renee Stouffer to Michael C. Fouts and Donna L. Fouts, warranty deed. Wells Fargo Bank NA to Todd Eltzroth and Melessa K. Eltzroth. Patrick Hopkins to Eugene F. Ordiway, warranty deed. Byron C. Kauffman and Ramona L. Kauffman Irrevocable trust to Gregory Hicks and Suzanna B. Hicks. Rose A. Akers to Linda Baker, quitclaim deed. Dalen Richards and Britney L. Richards to John Proffitt and Kari Profitt

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Ronald R. Imler and Norma Jean Imler to Dalen G. Richards Britney L. Richards. Janice L. Zellers and Larry J. Zellers to Janice L. Zellers, Daniel L. Zellers and Janice L. Zellers Irrevocable trust, quitclaim deed. Phyllis E. Jivery to Eileen R. Waite, quitclaim deed. Phyllis E. Jivery to Eileen R. Waite, quitclaim deed. Dustin N. Echard, Jessica R. Echard and Jessica R. Beer to Dustin N. Echard and Jessica R. Echard, quitclaim deed. Mary L. Reed and Dick L. Miller to Paul E. Miller, personal rep deed. Richard P. Church and Kristen M. Church to Richard P. Church and Kristen M. Church, quitclaim deed. Richard P. Church and Kristen M. Church to Richard P. Church and Kristen M. Church, quitclaim deed. Lagro Canal Foundation Inc to LCF Properties, corporate deed. Hazel Stephens to Kristina Reed, quitclaim deed. Glenn E. Brown, Brown Family

Revocable Living trust, Marylin Brown to Glenn E. Brown, Marilyn D. Brown and Douglass D. Brown, trust deed. Matthew M. Wilcox, Rebecca R. King, Shirley E. Wilcox, Marion I. Wilcox and Marion L. Wilcox to Shirley E. Wilcox Estate, personal rep deed. Matthew M. Wilcox, Rebecca R. King, Shirley E. Wilcox, Marion I. Wilcox, and Marion L. Wilcoxto Jeffrey L. Michel and Amanda B. Michel, personal rep deed. Jeffrey L. Michel to Jeffrey L. Michael and Amanda B. Michel, quitclaim deed. Jason H. Cole and Jessica L Cole to Hometown Holdings, LLC, warranty deed. William Robert Bumgardner, James L. Bumgardner, Betty J. Bumgardner and Bennie Bumgarner, to Juan C. Bueno, personal rep deed. Sheriff of Wabash County to Crossroads Bank and Troy A. Wakefield, Sheriff ’s deed. Joshua A. Schoeff, Autumn H. Petrie and Autumn H. Schoeff to Gary Montel and Cathy l. Montel.

MSD Study data collection underway By Josh Sigler jsigler@thepaperofwabash.com Metropolitan School District of Wabash County began the data collection for its Study for Advancement on Tuesday, Aug. 14. The data collection will come in the form of interviews, gathering information about what patrons, students, staff and parents appreciate regarding the school district. Questions will also be asked about how the district may better itself moving forward. “We have our students signed up, our staff, patrons, and we still have slots available,” Superintendent Mike Keaffaber said. “This goes all the way through Sept. 12. There have been ads put in both (Wabash County) newspapers (with times to sign up). “We really don’t know (how they’re going) because we’re not going to hear any-

thing until the final report is done. As far as people being there and our staff being prepared, principals have been doing a nice job of that.” The questions are seemingly simple, according Keaffaber. What do you appreciate about the school district, and what would you like to see as far as how it can improve? “There’s a lot of different ideas with that, but those are really the main two things it talks about,” Keaffaber said. “It’s really open ended. There are some specifics, but the specifics are about how we can improve.” Those interested in taking part in the interview process for the study are encouraged to call one of the schools or administrative offices to reserve a time for an interview at 260-5638050. This independent study for advancement came after MSD opted to withdraw

from the Studies for Advancement commissioned by the C o m m u n i t y Foundation of Wabash County in December. The board, at that time, opted to vote in favor of an action that “instead take(s) the lead to pursue an independent thirdparty feasibility study that included not only consolidation but alternatives for consolidation,” board member Todd Dazy said. The Studies for Advancement is a feasibility study initiative funded by the C o m m u n i t y Foundation of Wabash County. On Nov. 14 (2017), the F o u n d a t i o n announced that a request for a joint proposal had been sent to each of the three county public schools as a second and final phase of the studies and that focus would be a further detailed investigation of district consolidation.

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Heartland teachers semifinalist for award ...continued from page 17 high school skilled trades program and $30,000 to the individual skilled trades teacher or teacher team behind the winning program. The 15 second-place winners will each be awarded $50,000, with $35,000 going to their public high school program and $15,000 to the teacher or team. Semi-finalists whose school, district or state policy prohibits receipt of the individual portion of prize earnings were eligible to apply on behalf of their school’s skilled trades program. The first- and secondplace winners are expected to be announced on Nov. 15, Harbor Freight said in a press release. Hoover and Evans lead a group of students that build a 2,500 square foot house each year. “We try to give back some of the benefits to any of the sending schools,”

Evans said. Hoover has been in construction since he turned 18. The physical demands and travel made him want to find something more stationary. “With commercial construction, you have to travel where the work is at.” Hoover said. “There was a little bit of travel. And, it’s a physical thing. When I heard there was a chance to get into the residential end of it and teach kids, it fit me pretty well. I get along with kids pretty well. It takes a different personality to combine all the tedious parts of construction with dealing with high school kids who don’t quite have the the skills. Patience, patience, patience.” This is the second year for the Harbor Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence, which was started by Harbor Freight Tools

Founder Eric Smidt to recognize outstanding instruction in the skilled trades in American public high schools, the organization said in a press release. “Skilled trades teachers are unsung heroes,” Smidt said. “They teach our students skills that help them in life and in careers. We respect and value the men and women who work with their hands to design, build and repair homes, schools, hospitals and businesses in our towns and

cities, as well as our cars, trucks and tractors. These skilled and creative workers keep our communities thriving. At the same time, there are now hundreds of thousands of great skilled trades job openings, and that number is expected to grow. We want to elevate the dignity and importance of this work by recognizing exceptional skilled trades teachers from our country’s public schools who open the door to learning and opportunity.”

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of the Field of Dreams parkway. “We hope to have dirt moved this fall,” Weaver told The Paper of Wabash County following the meeting. “We hope to be open and ready April 1 for the (Little League) baseball season. “We got the building remodeled. It looks great. It’s beautiful inside and out. We got a lot of debris cleared off the property. It had a lot of sink holes where they took the golf stuff out. There was a big mess there. “They got the batting cages out. The land is stripped and ready to

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start building. We plan on cutting out the roadways and start working on it right away. We plan to have it open next spring. That’s the goal.” Plans call for the park to have space for 49 RVs, attorney Mark Guenin told BZA members. The existing building which Weaver referred to will be used as an office and possibly a convenient store, he added. Sewer, water and electrical service will be provided at each site, the board was told. “We think it’s an addition to the community,” Guenin said. “We think it’s a pretty nice facility. We’ve got an extremely nice facility out there. The Y, the Little League, the Field of Dreams boards have worked hard to make that an important part of our quality of life here in Wabash. “But we’ve also been able to bring a lot of people from the outside.” The RV park would give visitors another option of where to stay during tourneys that last over several days, he added. “I think it will do a lot for our community as far as tourism and as far as visitation,” Guenin said. It also will help relieve congestion in the Field of Dreams

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parking lot now caused by people taking up multiple spots with their RVs. The project received support from some members of the community. Tom Ehret, a cofounder of The Field of Dreams, supported the park. “Sometimes when we have the Little League tournaments, there’s a lot of people that come,” he said. “They bring their RVs and they do park in there. You can’t go out there and tell them to move because they’re already parked there. “I think it’s going to be a plus. I really do. As far as I’m concerned, it’s a win-win for us.” Bob Dillon said the park will help alleviate safety concerns for the children, noting that they generally spend their time around the RV and not be out running around. “You have a nice, safe place for these kids to run and play,” he said. “I’m here to speak for the kids. I think this idea is tremendous. I think for the Little League, this would be a huge plus for them.” The plans, Guenin noted, was approved by the Indiana State Board of Health, as required, as well as by the city’s engineering firm, United Consulting.

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City to seek overpass funding, again said. “We don’t want it. “If you put it on any crossing from Allen Street west, you would have to close Sinclair Street and Hill Street immediately adjacent to you would put an underpass. Now if you do that, at your core are the courthouse, churches, the library. It made more sense down there, and the topography to put a bridge over the top of it. That’s why I selected that location.” Council member Doug Adams also asked if traffic issues resulting from locating the crossing on East Street has been considered. “I’m not sure there will ever be any traffic issues, unless there’s a train blocking the tracks,” Long said. “At that point we could have traffic direction from onduty police officers or EMA if we have to call them in. I’m not sure there’s a truck driver on the road today that would want

to drive through that residential neighborhood. “I’m not saying some won’t try it. I observed a semi this afternoon driving the wrong way on Canal Street and turning north on Wabash Street.” Through the Trax program, INDOT is providing $125 million in grants to cities, towns and

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The City of Wabash will once again seek state funding to build an overpass over the Norfolk Southern track that runs through the community just north of Hill Street. The Wabash City Council on Monday agreed to fund 20 percent of the project, expected to cost $10.7 million. The remaining 80 percent would come from the Indiana Department of Transportation’s Trax Program, Mayor Scott Long told Council. Actually, the city’s portion of the project will likely be less, as Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay 5 percent of the city’s 20 percent match. In essence, the project would cost the city roughly $1.5 million. The mayor first broached the idea last year, and the city sought, but didn’t receive, INDOT funds

for the work. “Nothing in the scope of the project has changed,” the mayor told Council on Monday. Under the plans, an overpass would be placed over the Norfolk Southern tracks on East Street. Before giving the OK to commit city funds if the project is approved by the state, Council members had questions about the work. Council member Bryan Dillon asked if the city would stand a better chance if the overpass was located on Wabash street, which also is State Road 13. Long, as he pointed out last year, said placing the overpass on any road west of Allen Street would cause other complications. “INDOT would love for us to put it on Wabash Street because then they want to give us, give us, State Road 13 from Market Street all the way to U.S. 24,” he

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GUNS ONLY AUGUST 23 @ 5:30 PM

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Auctioneer: ROBERT P. KISNER – License #AU11200110 Contact 260-571-2484 for more details.

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GARAGE SALE Aug. 24, Friday, 9-4:30, 3657 W 100 S (Farr Pike) 1/2 mile between Hwy 25 & St Rd 115. Baby clothes, furniture, lots of misc.

3 FAMILY GARAGE Sale Aug. 24 & 25, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 1710 N Wabash.

HUGE GARAGE SALE, Aug. 23 & 24, 8am-6pm both days, 2733 North 200 West (Laketon Rd.) Clothes, table & chairs, power wheel car, gas furnace, welder, generator, shoplights & lots more.

GARAGE SALE, 576 W. Main St. Saturday only 8-3. Dishwasher, rocking chair, primitives, Keurig, sleeping bags, XBox & XBox 1 games, dvd’s, name brand clothing & shoes, boys & girls size 10-12, men, women’s & teen S-XL. HUGE GARAGE & BAKE SALE, Sat. Aug. 25, 8-3, 201 Euclid St. it is the one you have been asking about. Lots of home decor, 2 small bikes, floor lamp, lots of nice clean clothing. Boys 0-5, lots of girls 6-14, teen clothing, ladies 10plus sizes, men L-4x, small computer desk. Come & enjoy, we always have a very nice sale. HUGE MATTERN MOVING SALE. Saturday 9am4pm. No early sales! Rain or shine. By Meadowbrook office. Watch for signs.

Large Estate Sale. Sat 25th 9-3 only. 726 West Main St. Tools of all kinds, kitchen, glassware, collectibles, too much to mention. Come and browse different rooms of the house. Sale inside, rain or shine.

WABASH LIGHTHOUSE MISSION Thrift Store storewide 1/2 price sale, Thurs., Fri. & Sat., August 23, 24, 25, 806 N Cass St. 9am-4pm. Check us out on Facebook for our sales & specials.

North Manchester

Friday, Aug. 24, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.; 300E. 1100N., North Manchester. Name brand clothing: 8-12 boys, girls 14 to misses; toys, sports equipment, dolls, Legos, shoes, chairs. dryer, Commodore, 64/games, vintage camper. McLaughlins.

GARAGE SALE, Friday 8/24 9am-4pm & Sat. 9/25 9am-12 noon, 804 Meadowdale Dr. Tools, woodcutting tools, large tools, canning jars, vcr tapes, dvd’s, kitchen things, antique quart jars. MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE Sale Friday only, August 24, 8-3, 3610 W SR 114, N. Manchester. Bikes, tricycles, baby gate, Thomas the Train, dog house, drill set, boy clothes up to size 14, girl clothes up to Jr, & much more.

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AKRON FLEA MARKET open every Sat. & Sun, 95, 1 mile East of Akron on SR 114.

PUBLIC AUCTION

Sunday, August 26th @ 11:00 A.M.

We will sell the following personal property at public auction in Huntington County located at 2373 South 100 East, Huntington, IN. Directions: Take St Rd. 5 to 200 South and turn east. Go to 100 East and turn right. Follow to site. Watch for Snyder & Lange signs. Vintage Trucks, Golf Cart, Horse Equipment, Mowers, Trailer, Antiques, Tools & Household

1964 F100 Ford Pick Up Truck (V8, 3 speed, needs work), 1979 F100 Ford Truck (302, auto), EZ GO gas golf cart, 718 Grasshopper w/ 51" deck, 16ft tandem trailer w/ 3500 lb winch, small horse drawn wagon, large horse drawn wagon with wood wheels, wagon seat, vintage Bolens G8 riding mower, 4211 Simplicity riding mower, older Deutz riding mower, tiller attachment, generator, hand tools, garden tools, wood ladders, tires, small air compressor, drill press, power tools, cordless drill, sander, table saw, band saw, wood working tools, old toys, child's wagons, tiller, chains, tool boxes, small cast iron bell, walk behind plow, vintage double tubs, wood benches, steel wheel, antique secretary, oak dining room table and 6 chairs, couch, loveseat, matching recliners, buffet with mirror, large china cabinet, mantel clocks, drop leaf table, (2) antique bedroom suites, oak square plant stands, antique high chair, metal bed, wood baby cradle, wood sewing box, Pyrex dishes, cast iron skillets, antique glassware, Dressel railroad lantern, Fenton glass and bells, Enamelware, several dolls including Cabbage Patch and Barbies, Flobert .22 Cal. Single shot, black powder guns, gun cabinet, household items, kitchen items and much more! Note: This is a partial listing! Auction held outdoors with restrooms and food available. Photos at auctionzip.com (ID #11648).

TERMS OF SALE: Cash or check w/ proper ID. Any statement made day of sale takes precedence over printed matter. Not responsible for accidents.

Paul Scalf Estate, Kathy Scalf - Owner

HUGE BARN SALE, Rain or Shine. Everything is extra nice & reasonable in price. Alot of pictures, wall decor & knick knacks, patio furniture, kids picnic table, kids play store, boys bike, hamster & dog cage, girls bedroom comforter set. Alot of green artificial trees, 2 couches, other misc. furniture, dishes & misc. kids clothes. Fri. Aug. 31 & Sat. Sept. 1 from 8-5. 5656 N 100 W, 3 miles south of LaFontaine. Watch for signs on Hwy 15.

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LOCATED AT 6609 S 300 W., WABASH, IN Many household items, furniture, stove, washer, dryer, almost new refrigerator, pictures, safe/ with combination. Many vehicles 1998 Buick Park Avenue 86000 miles, 1978 f 150 Ford pick-up 88000 miles, 1946 ton and half ford truck 6cly 4speed 43680 miles, B John Deer 1948?, 1949 Ford N motor overhauled w/Sherman transmission, w/ one hydraulic, 3ptcrane, cultivators, disk, grader blade, pro belt drive for Ford N,1959 golden jubilee w/freeman loader, JD planter, JD tractor w/round spokes, Oliver 1 bottom plow, mowers wood working tools, hand tools, wagons, over head tanks, wood scrap pile of metal, fishing boats, trailers, MANY MORE ITEMS ADDED EVERY DAY. Watch for coming details and pictures. Go to Auction Zip.com, ID #32581 for more photos & details. 260-563-2484 Auctioneer: ROBERT P. KISNER – 693 N. Cass St. License #AU11200110 • Contact 260-571-2484 for more details. Wabash, IN 46992

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publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it is illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars. Toll free numbers may or may not reach Canada.

Articles For Sale

3 Btm pull type JD plow $350 obo. Set of used tires 25/30% of tread left, P265/65R18, $125 obo. Call 765-491-2060.

60 GOOD QUALITY SKIDS for sale, $3 each or 10 for $25. Call 260-3779242.

GOOD APPLIANCES: used washers, dryers, ranges & refrigerators. 30 day warranty! 35 E. Canal St., Wabash, 260-5630147.

SAMSUNG FRONT LOAD washer & dryer, excellent condition, $600; black glass 3 shelf entertainment center, $50; Thompson Center Muzzle loader, $150; Hornet air rifle, $60; Ready Heater kerosene, $75; natural gas space heater, $25; computer desk, $30; end table, $20; snow blower, $600. Call 260-563-7291.

VERMONT CASTINGS WOOD Burning Stove, top or front load, max 22” log, asking $1550. Looks & works great. Must see! 765-981-4215.

HELP WANTED

AUTOMOBILE LUBE TECHNICIAN

Shepherd’s Chevrolet in North Manchester is currently accepting applications for an experienced automobile lube technician to join our team in our new state of the art service facility.

Health Insurance, 401k, paid vacation time available. Previous experience is required.

Apply in person with Ernie Stephan, Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or mail your resume to: Shepherd’s Chevrolet, Inc, Att: Ernie Stephan P.O. Box 347, North Manchester, IN 46962

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Employment

County Line Pre-School is seeking a Beginning Pre-School Teacher that loves children. Qualified candidates with 2 years of experience may call 260786-3738 for more information. KID’S FIRST CHILDCARE MINISTRY is now hiring for a Full Time Caregiver. Must be energetic and love to work with kids. Mail resume to 110 N. Cass St. or call 563-7665 for application.

TRI-AXLE DUMP truck driver needed, experienced preferred 260-5190283.

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HAY - Alfalfa/Grass, excellent quality. Call 260-3076060.

Real Estate

VACATION HOTEL ROOM, RENT TO BUY, Cocoa Beach, Florida. In view of Kennedy Launch Pads, fee $300 yearly. Pool & beach. Buy, rent or trade. Call 302-703-6046.

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2 BR 1 BA HOME in a quiet country setting, 3 miles from Southwood, $500 dep., $525/mo. Call 765-981-4844.

2-3 BR HOME in country, 1 1/2 car garage plus barn on 2 acres, appliances furnished, $700/mo. plus deposit. all 260-571-6412. COUNTRY HOME FOR RENT, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, new propane furnace & air conditioner, refrigerator, electric cook stove, Maytag washer & dryer, wood stove, water softener. Sewage & water provided. Ideal for adults. Preferably no children or large dogs. $950/mo. 5192 S 550 W, Wabash. Call 260-563-5945.

WABASH - VERY NICE APTS, all utilities furnished, references required, NO PETS, NO SMOKING, $300 deposit. Call Abundant Life Property Management. 260-274-0156.

2000 BUICK CENTURY LIMITED, V6 automatic, leather, new tires & battery, good a/c, good condition. V i n # 2G4WU55J8Y1200296. Call 563-5268. White 2013 Chevy Cruze 2LT with RS trim and safety pkg, 6 speed manual. Blue Tooth connectivity, heated leather seats, heated mirrors, blind spot detection and parking assist. 1 owner, very good condition, 86k miles. Asking $11k. Call 765-9812060 or 260-571-4807.

Singles

I’m a 55 year old male, 6 ft., about 230 lbs., looking for a female. I enjoy going on walks, spending time with my family, going out to dinner and having camp fires. I’m disabled. I live in Wabash. I.m looking for a friend possibly more. Prefer talking on the phone but I can text. Please reply to Box 435 c/o The Paper of Wabash, P.O. Box 603, Wabash, IN 46992.