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Seven students recently completed and received their commercial driver’s license (CDL) from Heartland Career Center. This school year was the first to offer the CDL program. Eric and Tina Carlos from CTS Driving Dynamics, a training company based in Colorado and housed out of Fort Wayne, were brought in to teach the course. The course consisted of classroom book work, pre-driving education, actual driving practice, and testing. The following students were participants in the course: Colton Jones, Donovan Ross, Josh Montel, Nick Rider, Sam Green, Sarah Metzger and Trace Pugh. Montel and Green discussed their experience in the program with The Paper of Wabash County. “I grew up on a farm and I have always been interested in driving trucks since I was a little kid,” said Montel of Northfield High School. “This was an opportunity that came up, so I figured I would take it.” Montel passed all testing on the second attempt and said that the course and test were challenging but worth it. “It was more challenging than I expected, but I think there were a lot of nerves involved which made it harder,” he said. Green, on the other hand, chose to participate in this program because he saw it as a good backup plan and because he loves to travel. “Now that I have the CDL, I want to jump right into a truck,” said Green. “I don’t think I will do a Class A right away because it is a little bit intimidating to be the biggest thing on the road. But, I think I will either try to get in a dump truck or haul seed in a smaller semi.” Green agrees with Montel that the class was a lot harder than he expected. Especially with the

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unexpected turn brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. “The trainers that we had, though, were absolutely prenominal. They really talked us through what we were supposed to do and got the job done, and I don’t think anyone could do better.” The program has been in the planning stages for two years. “This has been a partnership between Heartland Career Center, Wabash Learning Center (Ivy Tech), Grow Wabash County, Driving Dynamics Center For Transportation Safety CTS Driving Academy and countless others to make this happen,” Mark Hobbs, Heartland Career Center’s Director, said earlier this year when announcing the program. “We have taken our time, worked with many local businesses and our partners to create a pathway for students of all ages to earn a CDL A License. Our interest has focused on high school students, however, the program has developed into an opportunity for students of all ages.” For the high school students, this includes a 10 week course of both written classroom work and actual driving time, culminating in students taking their CDL A test. The cost to students is simply the cost of their physical and drug screen, learners permit and drivers license. Each student is required to be at least 18 years of age, have a valid drivers license and be willing to take and pass a Department of Transportation physical and drug screen. CDL licenses are need to drive any type of commercial vehicle that has a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds; or is designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver; or is any size vehicle carrying hazardous materials that

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Officials cancel 18th Chili Cook-off Organizers promise some type of fundraising event this year By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com The 18th annual Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Chili Cook-off will not take place this year, at least in its traditional form. Cook-off committee members met on Tuesday, June 16, and opted to cancel this year’s event. “The traditional cook-off is not going to happen,” committee chair Todd Titus told The Paper of Wabash County. “We are looking at doing something with the event to keep the spirit of the event alive, doing some fundraising. We have some ideas about where the funds would go.” Formal announcements of what format the cook-off will take is still a few weeks off. “There will be opportunities for people to cook chili that include all the elements of the traditional cook-offs, it just won’t be happen-

ing at Paradise Spring with the usual crowd,” Titus said. The committee, he said, “was pretty much all in agreement that it just wasn’t a good idea” to have the cook-off this year.” “If you look at what the CDC and health officials recommend – essential distancing, frequent handwashing, wearing facemasks – none of that can happen at the Chili Cook-off,” Titus said. “Then you throw in the other elements with 80 to 90 teams cooking in an unregulated environment, many people handling ingredients, serving from one hand to someone else’s hand into their mouth, it’s just not a good thing to do.” He doesn’t think taking this year off will hurt attendance at the 2021 Chili Cook-off. “I think we would be more concerned about that if we didn’t do anything this year,” he said. “We just don’t want

to let it slide. We’ve been doing this for 17 years, and we’ve had 17 really good years and we don’t want to have a bad one due to this COVID situation. “We know that the event means a lot to a lot of people, and it means a lot to the local charities, so we’re just going to plan B. We have an outline of what we want to do. We’re going to fine tune that in the next couple weeks and come up with that and see what happens.” Titus said that he’s heard there’s been negative remarks to the decision on social media. “This is about public health,” he said. “Wabash County has been very fortunate in this pandemic with as few cases that we’ve had. Our medical facilities haven’t been over run. We’ve got our businesses slowly get back and opened up. We need to get our kids back in school. We need to keep our county healthy.

MU names MAT Program director NORTH MANCHESTER — Lucas Dargo, assistant professor of exercise science and athletic training, has been named program director of the Master of Athletic Training (MAT) Program at M a n c h e s t e r University. The Fort Wayne resident succeeds Mark Huntington in the program. Huntington is retiring this month after 35 years at Manchester. “I hope to continue Manchester’s tradition of producing competent, patientcentered athletic trainers,” Dargo said. “The MAT program’s recent move to MU’s Fort Wayne campus afforded our students a variety of clinical educational opportunities.” At the end of each semester, for example, students interact with standardized patients – professional actors who are formally

trained and portray an injury or illness’s symptoms consistently. Throughout the two-year, accredited master’s degree program, students also treat simulated patients in the Medical Simulation Lab at the Parkview Mirro Center for Research and Innovation, a state-ofthe-art facility featuring some of the most advanced medical simulation technology available. M a n c h e s t e r University’s MAT Program also offers a variety of clinical immersion opportunities at local colleges, universities, high schools and clinics. Dargo was clinical education coordinator for athletic training. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Ball State University, a master’s degree from Ohio University and a Doctor of Athletic Training from

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A youngster receives a sample of chili at a past cook-off. The Paper file photo “It’s about public health. There could be all other kinds of concerns that we’ve had: What would the economic impact on the event be if we were to have the event? Would we have as many teams enter? Would we have as many people donate money? Would we have as many people show up the day of ? Would we have as many people volunteer to help us? “Those are things you might look at, but we didn’t have to look at those because we knew the right thing to do was to cancel the event, and that’s what we did.”

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The Paper family continues to grow Huntington County Tab is newest sister publication HUNTINGTON — In 1985 two young men decided to lay it all on the line and quit their jobs to pursue their dream. Russ Grindle and Scott Trauner wanted to start their own newspaper in Huntington County. The pair previously worked at The Paper of Wabash County. They saw how successful the Rees fami-

ly was with their newspaper. Grindle and Trauner knew if they followed The Paper’s formula they too could be successful in Huntington County. Thirty-five years later, Russ and Scott have grown The Tab into the largest and most read newspaper in Huntington County. The Tab is also the number one

communications medium that area businesses use to reach their customer base. Russ and Scott are also extremely proud of the community partnerships they have developed over the years with Huntington County organizations with The Tab. They felt it was their duty to work with local

Don Hurd (center) looks over an issue of the Huntington County Tab with Russ Grindle (left) and Scott Trauner. Hurd purchased The Tab from the pair on June 19. organizations to help them serve the citizens of Huntington County. Grindle and Trauner have worked endless hours over the past thirty-five years to make The Tab the best newspaper in Huntington County. They swell with pride when they hear someone mentioning good things about their “baby”. Like many business owners there comes a time when you want to enjoy the fruits of your hard-work over the years. That time has come for Russ and Scott. On June 19, Grindle and Traunder turned over the ownership of The Tab to Don L. Hurd. Hurd is president and owner of eleven other newspapers in Indiana. According to Hurd he considers each one of his newspapers as his babies. Hurd operates newspapers in Benton, White, Lake, Wabash, Miami,

Grant and Pulaski counties. Each publication is dedicated to providing solid local news to its readers each and every week. Hurd’s publications reach over 185,000 readers each week. “We are very happy and excited to have purchased the Huntington County Tab,” said Don L. Hurd, Hometown Media, Inc., Hoosier Media Group and Heartland Media Group founder and CEO. “All of our newspapers are hyperlocal. We will be featuring stories about the people and places of Huntington County that our readers will love.” “I call it refrigerator journalism because my parents would always cut out articles about their children and post them proudly on their refrigerator for all to see,” Hurd said. Hurd is a 40-year publishing veteran in Indiana, Michigan and Illinois. His

career in print media started when he was 11 years old as a paperboy for the Warsaw Times Union. He grew up in the Warsaw area. Hurd went to Mentone High School and was in the first graduating class at Tippecanoe Valley. Hurd was also the first Viking mascot at Valley. At one point in his long career, Hurd was president of more than 30 newspapers in Indiana and Illinois. He is a graduate of Ball State University with degrees in telecommunications, marketing and journalism. Hurd has been the recipient of more than 80 national and state advertising, editorial and graphic design and photography awards from several industry organizations. He was also a 16-year Hoosier State Press Association Board member where he served as President and VicePresident.

Additionally, Hurd served on the Illinois Press Board of Directors and was President of the Indiana Advertising Executives Association. Hurd’s staff members have more than 100 years of combined local community newspaper experience. Each staff member is totally focused on keeping local journalism alive and vibrant. “We look forward to working with the residents of Huntington County to provide them with an all-local community newspaper. We want our readers to be proud of their hometown newspaper,” said Hurd. “We encourage all local residents to let us know what they want to see in their local newspaper.” Hurd encourages reader engagement about the newspaper. You can contact Hurd by emailing him at: president@hoosiermediagroup.com

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Manchester board OKs school financial plan By Eric Christiansen news@thepaperofwabash.com

NORTH MANCHESTER — Two Manchester Community Schools teachers will be cut due to Reduction in Force (RIF) and Manchester Intermediate School in Laketon will stay as-is and not be repurposed. Six other open certified positions will also not be replaced. Those cost-cutting measures, along with savings that have already been in place such as transportation, maintenance, utilities and insurance will save the corporation $879,941. The MCS Board of Trustees approved a revised financial savings plan that was presented by Superintendent Dr. Teresa Gremaux and Business Manager Jeremy Markham at its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, June 16. After the board granted an extension to a cost-cutting plan that was presented in a Special Meeting Wednesday, June 3, after school administrators and the Manchester Teachers Association were unable to come to a decision on where cuts were to be made, the board voted 3-2-1 for the new plan. The approved plan means MCS is facing eight RIFs that includes six current open positions and two current certified positions (teachers), as well as the seven Board members taking a self-imposed 10 percent pay cut. Markham opened the meeting with a statement explaining that MCS would not repurpose Manchester Intermediate School in Laketon for next year. That decision was made after information was released Friday, June 12 by the Indiana Department of Education that gave guidance for 100 percent funding for online and hybrid (partial online/partial traditional) learning due to COVID-19 related issues. “Not [having to] repurpose MIS for next year will lessen

the impact on tuition and support losses to attrition and cost-saving measures already in place and by utilizing RIF,” Markham said. “We feel that this will make adequate savings at this time and give us good direction until we receive more information from the state, depending on possible cuts down the road. We do know that the state revenues have been down and we should expect some guidance from them on the impact on K-12 schools in the near future.” Later in the meeting Markham shared where the corporation was able to save as many as 15 or more jobs and keeping MIS in Laketon. He first covered the financial shortfalls of MCS that included enrollment numbers declining over the past two years, COVID-19 impacts and the uncertainty of the number of students returning to a traditional school setting, and state funding impacts. MCS has lost 113 students from September 2018 to September 2020 that represents a loss in funding over two years of $561,766.

Following a survey that looked at potential funding impact, MCS faced a possible loss of $528,804 funding for online/hybrid students, but that changed once the IDOE gave guidance on 100 percent funding. Looking at considerations for cost reductions for the school system, $530.307 will be saved due to the shutdown and other areas such as transportation, maintenance, copying costs, utilities, insurance, and more, $223,849 will be saved by not replacing six current open positions (three classified and three certified), and two certified positions will be lost by RIF that will save $125,705, for a total savings of $879,941. “We will continue to look at any position that becomes open, whether we need to fill those positions or not,” Markham said. “Obviously, if it is a certified position, we will consult with MTA.” Markham went on to explain that MCS has other outstanding positions that they are evaluating and trying to find other cost-saving measures.

Representatives from Midwest Eye Consultants and the Wabash Kiwanis Club join recipients of the Self Reliance Award. Pictured are (front row, from left) Dr. Greg Garner, Wyatt Davis, Brianna Addair, Brylee Proctor, Hunter Klutz, Beth Miller; Dr. Bruce Trump (back row, from left) and Eric Seaman. Photo provided

4 receive Self Reliance Award Four local high school seniors were honored June 15 with the Midwest Eye Consultants Self Reliance Award. The students — Wyatt James Davis, Wabash High School; Brianna Rose Addair, Manchester High School; Hunter Wayne Klutz, Manchester High School; and Brylee Marie Proctor, Wabash High School — received their awards during a ceremony at the Honeywell Center. Proctor plans to attend Manchester University this fall with a double major in criminology and psychology. She plans to graduate in three years due to the dual credit classes she has taken in high school and on cam-

pus. Her goal is to be a criminal psychologist and eventually work with the FBI. Addair plans to have a career In healthcare. To help reach that goal, she obtained a CAN when she was 15. She will start her college career in Indiana but ultimately plans to attend West Virginia University. Klutz plans after high school are to obtain full-time employment, get his own living space, become financially stable, get engaged to his girlfriend, and attend college for a degree in mechanical

engineering and technology. Davis will be attending Ball State University studying nursing. After graduation he plans to work in the emergency department of a hospital and hopes to be a nurse at retreats and camps to give back to his community. Each student received $2,000 prizes which can be used as they see fit. The Self-Reliance Awards were started in 1990 by MarkHon Industries making this the 31th year of the awards. The Wabash Kiwanis Club

has administered the awards since their inception. The winners must be graduating seniors attending classes at a Wabash County school. They prepare an application detailing the ways in which they are self-reliant. The Kiwanis Club reads and scores the applications based on a point system. Usually Kiwanis members would interview the top scoring applicants; but due to Covid-19 restrictions, the top four finalists were selected from the scores received during the reading process.

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Scholarship Committee Chair Susan Street presents scholarships to Nick Berlier (left photo), of Southwood High School, and recipient Maya Benysh of Wabash High School.

Tri Kappa awards scholarships to 5 seniors Each year the Alpha Epsilon Chapter of Tri Kappa awards two different scholarships to seniors in Wabash Grant-in-Aid and Lulu Baer. The Grantin-Aid Scholarship is awarded to one senior from each of the high schools in Wabash County: Northfield, Southwood, and Wabash. The recipients of this scholarship are determined based on the quality of their application, desire and dedication to their chosen course of study, and need for the scholarship. Due to the generosity of the Wabash community through fundraising efforts, they were fortunate enough to be able to award each Grant-in-

Scholarship Committee member Brooke Derby presents a scholarship Wyatt Davis of Wabash High School. Photos provided

Aid Scholarship recipient $2,000 toward their tuition for the 2020-2021 school year. This year’s recipients are: Madison Shrider, Northfield, is the daughter of Shannon and Matthew Shrider. This fall, she will be

attending Trine University to major in Exercise Science with aspirations of completing their Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Grace Schoening, Wabash, is the daughter of Eric and Sherry Schoening. She will be attending

Ball State University to major in Stage Management. Nick Berlier, Southwood, is the son of Tamitha and Chris Hickman. Nick will be attending the University of Colorado Boulder to pursue an Electrical Engineering degree.

The second scholarship is in honor of Lulu Baer, a Wabash native and founding member of Tri Kappa. Lulu Baer attended the May Wright Sewall’s Classical School in Indianapolis and it was on February 22, 1901 that she and her

fellow classmates founded Tri Kappa. Seven years later, she returned home to begin the Wabash Chapter of Tri Kappa, known as Alpha Epsilon. This award is presented to a senior boy and girl of outstanding character from Wabash High School who have availed themselves most fully of the opportunities for self-development. This year’s recipients are Wyatt Davis and Maya Benysh. Both will receive $400 and, as tradition, their names will be engraved on the Tri Kappa Lulu Baer Award plaque displayed in Wabash High School.

Scholarship Committee member Kara Peas predsents scholarships to Grace Schoening (left photo) of Wabash High School, and Madison Shrider of Northfield High School.

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Pink Droyd to perform at 13-24 Drive-in June 27 Officials from the H o n e y w e l l Foundation have announced that The North American Theatrical Pink Floyd Concert: Pink Droyd will be performing on the outdoor stage at the 13-24 Drive In on Saturday, June 27, at 9 p.m. Gates will open at 7 p.m. Hailing from Fort Wayne, Pink Droyd will bring a live presentation of “Hindsight 20/20: A Retrospective of the Pink Floyd Catalog.” Pink Droyd’s show is accurate to the music, visually stunning, and will feature hits and rarities spanning the entire Pink Floyd

Tickets to Pink Droyd will be sold on a per-vehicle basis, allowing up to six guests per vehicle. Vehicles with more than 6 guests will be escorted out of the lot. Parking spots will be available on a firstcome, first-serve basis. Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are $95 per vehicle. Tickets can be purchased online at 1324DriveIn.com/pin k-droyd or by calling The Honeywell Foundation Box Office at 260-563-1102. To maintain the health and safety of our staff and guests, the Drive In will host

music catalog. Pink Droyd breathes life into the music of Pink Floyd by executing theatrical performances of the band’s most memorable songs. From building “The Wall” to visiting “The Dark Side of the Moon,” Pink Droyd spans the Pink Floyd catalog, including performances of the band’s most memorable hits and beloved obscure tracks including “Shine on You Crazy D i a m o n d , ” “Comfortably Numb,” and deeper cuts including “Lucifer Sam,” and “Set the Controls for The Heart of The Sun.”

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Pink Droyd, a Pink Floyd tribute band, will perform at the 13-24 Drivein on June 27. Photo provided vehicles at 50 percent capacity abiding by social distancing measures. Guests will be asked to park in the middle of two poles to allow more than six feet between guests.

All Honeywell Foundation staff will be required to wear personal protective e q u i p m e n t . Restrooms will be closed down periodically for staff to clean

and sanitize. The concession stand will be open for in-person, minimal contact ordering and properly marked for staff and guests to abide by social distancing.

NM Center for History opens to the public NORTH MANCHESTER — Officials from the North Manchester Center for History have announced that

the museum is open for guests to come and see the exhibit “Crossroads: Change in Rural America. The Center for

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Change in Rural America” as part of the Museum on Main Street program. The exhibition, which examines the evolving landscape of rural America, is on display in North Manchester at the Center for History from June 14 to July 17, 2020. “Conversations about change in our rural communities

are vital to the future of Indiana,” said Keira Amstutz, president and CEO of Indiana Humanities. “We are excited to be able to utilize the ‘Crossroads’ exhibition as a catalyst for dialogue around the past, present and future of rural Indiana.” Indiana Humanities is sponsoring the tour of

this exhibit in conjunction with its new initiative, INseparable. Through a variety of programs, Indiana Humanities will encourage Hoosiers to explore how we relate to each other across urban, suburban and rural lines and spark conversations about our futures. Continued on Page 9

Officials from The Honeywell Center Clark Gallery have announced the opening of the newest exhibit, “Dreams,” which is available to the public via virtual platforms. The exhibit opened June 15 and continues through Sunday, Aug. 16. The exhibit features artwork from Indiana-local artists, providing a variety of media for art-consumers to enjoy. This exhibit is sponsored by the City of Wabash. The judge for this year’s competition was Tai Lipan, an Indianapolis-based artist working as Director of University Galleries and Co-Director of the Jeeninga Museum of Near Eastern and Biblical Archeology at Anderson University. Lipan also holds the position of Assistant Professor of Art teaching courses in painting, drawing, and art history. She received her MFA in painting from Western Carolina University in 2006. The 2020 Themed Art Competition “Dreams” Winners include: Becky Bowman – “Scary Dream” – For sale: $100 Jeff Diesberg – “Her Faces” – For sale: $800 Jerry Ginther – “Can’t Stop” – For sale: $800 Jena Oke – “From Roots to Wings” – Not for sale Kate Perez – “Dream Catcher” – For sale: $140 Denise Watkins – “Yesterday” – For sale: $150 The 2020 Themed Art Competition “Dreams” Honorable Mentions include: Lauren Belcher – “Free” – Not for sale Jeff Diesburg – “ P e r c e i v e d Boundary” – For sale: $3,500 Patrick Redmon – “MLK ‘I Have A Dream’” – For sale: $600 Susan Ring – “Mermaid Dreamer” – For sale: $395 Susan Ring – “Dream Come True” – Not for sale Brenda Stichter – Continued on Page 9

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Visit Wabash County and Community Foundation of Wabash County officials participating in the check passing ceremony were (from left) Christine Flohr, Carrie Vineyard, Jeremy Markham, Melissa Ford, Jennifer Bailey, Bev Vanderpool, Julie Garber, Nate Fansher, Whitney Milspaugh, Adam Stakeman. Photo provided

Museum employee Gladys Airgood discusses the school consolidation exhibit. Photos by Eric Christiansen

History The Center for History has been a valuable community asset for preserving and exhibiting local history. We strive to be our community’s storyteller, and North Manchester has been a focal point for rural changes—it really is a thriving small town. Residents of our community have lived through change.

...continued from Page 8 This will be an opportunity to share personal stories with younger generations and surrounding communities. Parking will be limited in front of the museum for the next few weeks as INDOT works on grading and paving Main Street. We have a large parking lot to the rear of our building (access

from Market Street or Walnut Street) please feel free to use this convenient parking option. The Center for History is working diligently at making sure our museum is safe and clean during your visit. Face masks are encouraged but are not required for our guests.

Gay Ingold, a docent for the exhibit tour, views the exhibit at th eCenter for History.

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“Progressive #4” – For sale: $250 Sponsor’s Choice: Sarah Luginbill – “Day Dreaming Blues” – For sale: $400 The Virtual Clark Gallery will be hosted under the Honeywell Center and The H o n e y w e l l Foundation Facebook pages at @HoneywellCenter a n d @HoneywellFoundati on.org. Images of the pieces will be posted

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for public viewing Monday, June 15 – Friday, June 19 and will be included in the “2020 Themed Art Competition – ‘Dreams’” photo album. A visual slideshow presentation will be available on Tuesday, June 23 via YouTube. Artwork may be purchased at the H o n e y w e l l Foundation Box Office Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 5

p.m. Please note that seven percent sales tax will be added to the cost of the artwork. The Honeywell Center accepts various methods of payment including check, cash, or charge. Checks should be made payable to the Honeywell Center. Artwork may not be removed from the Clark Gallery prior to the completion of the exhibit.

Visit Wabash County gives funds to Community Foundation Money came from sale of T-shirts Visit Wabash County staff members presented The Community Foundation of Wabash County with a check for $5,000 on Thursday, June 18, to help provide financial assistance to struggling individuals in Wabash County. The funds came from a “Better Together” T-shirt campaign that Visit Wabash County officials began in April with the initial goal being to give back to small businesses and individuals affected by the pandemic. Marketing Manager Whitney Millspaugh stepped up to lead and design the T-shirt that was sold online with the slogan “Better Together”. “The goal of this campaign was to create a sense of unity in Wabash County while simultaneously

giving back,” said Millspaugh. “We decided right away that 100 percent of the proceeds would be donated, and we are so thrilled to be able to partner with the Community Foundation of Wabash County for this.” The team was ecstatic with the response from the campaign, selling over 550 shirts in less than 2 months. “We are thankful for the staff at Visit Wabash County and their idea to create the #BetterTogether Campaign that helped bring our community together, and also highlighted the great actions taken by individuals and families to remain positive and supportive of one another during the Covid-19 pandemic,” said Melissa Ford, Development

Associate for the Community Foundation of Wabash County. “The money raised from the sale of the #BetterTogether Tshirts shows the pride and generosity of our community in joining together to support our fellow Wabash County citizens in need of financial assistance through the Community Foundation’s Covid19 Assistance Program. Our ability to provide assistance would not have been possible without the benevolence and compassion of our community.” Visit Wabash County partnered with local resident Dave Gleason, owner of Spirit Wear, to manufacture the T-

shirts. Limited colors of the #BetterTogether Tshirts are available for purchase in adult and youth sizes in the Welcome Center located at 221 S Miami St. in downtown Wabash. “I am extremely proud of the fast turnaround the Visit Wabash County Team had creating this campaign in order to begin selling shirts quickly, as well as the way this amazing community has supported one another during the crisis,” said Carrie Vineyard, Visit Wabash County board president. “We are grateful to be able to show our support through this donation and continue to prove that we truly are #BetterTogether.”

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Logan A. McDonald is a lifetime resident of Wabash. He is a 2014 graduate of Wabash High School and a 2016 graduate from the University of Northwestern Ohio with a degree in Agricultural/Diesel mechanics. Logan is currently seeking an associates degree in Mortuary Science at Mid-America College of Funeral Services. He will graduate in March of 2020. Logan is a proud member of the American Legion Post 15, Wabash Moose Lodge 1195, LaFontaine Lions Club, and Wabash Elks 471. “HONORING A LIFE WITH DIGNITY AND COMPASSION”

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April 3, 1937 – June 14, 2020

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Cody Paul Beeks, 20, of Wabash, died at 10:07 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, Mich. He was born May 17, 2000 in Marion to Bryan M. “Beeker” and Sandra Ann “Sandy” (Wheatley) Beeks. Cody was a 2018 graduate of Wabash High School, and was currently enrolled in the mechanical engineering program at Trine University. He worked at Hoffman Nursery in Wabash. Cody enjoyed snowmobiling, riding 4-wheelers, hunting, fishing, and collecting and shooting guns. He was a social butterfly. Cody was extremely mechanically inclined and restored a ‘31 Ford Model AA Stake Truck. He is survived by his parents, Beeker and Sandy Beeks of Wabash; grandmother, Esta Wheatley of Wabash; Aunts and Uncle, P.J. Beeks of Cincinnati, Ohio, Jody (Marc) Diller of Cicero, Todd (Dixie) Wheatley, Sheila (Glenn) Butcher, and Connie Rich, all of Wabash. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill Wheatley, and Howard and Pat Beeks. Services were 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church, Wabash, with Rev. Terry Hinds officiating. Burial will be in Friends Cemetery, Wabash. Calling was Friday, at the church. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Preferred memorial is the Cody Paul Beeks Memorial Fund. The memorial guest book for Cody may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Dorothy Shepherd, 86 Enjoyed bingo March 18, 1934 – June 22, 2020 Dorothy Shepherd, 86, of Wabash, died at 5:15 a.m., Monday, June 22, 2020, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born March 18, 1934, in Weeksbury, Ky., to Shade Sr. and Sarah (Stanford) Music. Dorothy first married Richard Burke, he preceded her in death. She then married John H. Shepherd and he died July 11, 2018. She worked in the Dietary Department at the Wabash County Hospital, and also was a homemaker. She enjoyed playing bingo, watching TV, and talking with friends. She is survived by two children, Harold (Faith) Burke of Wabash, and Kathy Feguer of Merrillville; step-son, John (Carol) Shepherd of Wabash; three grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters, Shade Music, Jr, of North Manchester, Dixie Ward of Wabash, Ray Music of Laketon, Edie Reynolds of Wabash. She was also preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Charlotte Howard, two step-daughters, Judy German and Joan Pollock, and five brothers. Funeral services will be 11 am Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash with Rev. Ralph Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call one hour prior to the service Wednesday. Preferred memorial is Wellbrooke of Wabash. The memorial guest book for Dorothy may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

David Nelson Schuler, 83, of rural Roann, died at 10 p.m., Sunday, June 14, 2020 at his home. He was born April 3, 1937 in Wabash to John A. and Lenore (Carr) Schuler. David was a 1955 graduate of Roann High School and attended the Purdue University Short Course. He married Bertha “Bertie” Hansing in Richvalley on Feb. 2, 1958. He served in the Indiana National Guard. David founded Nomanco Trailers in Roann in 1969 and was also a farmer. He was a former member of both the Wabash and Roann Christian Churches, and a current member of the Richvalley United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Wabash Elks Lodge, and a former member of the Wabash County Plan Commission. He collected toy tractors, and enjoyed antiquing, and going to the Roann Bridgeview Restaurant visiting friends. He is survived by his wife, Bertie Schuler of rural Roann; three children, Trina (Greg) Heller of Rochester, Trent (Wendy Zahm) Schuler and Mark (Angie) Schuler, both of rural Roann; seven grandchildren, Corrine Heller of New Haven, Kelsey Heller of Rochester, Travis (Christa) Schuler and Justin Schuler, both of Wabash, Jacqui Schuler and Zachary Schuler, both of Roann, and Abby Schuler of rural Roann; four great grandchildren; two sisters, Phyllis Little of North Manchester, and Cynthia Donovan and his sister-in-law, Jean Schuler, both of rural Roann. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, J.P. Schuler and Dan Schuler. Services were Friday, June 19, 2020, at GrandstaffHentgen Roann Chapel, Roann, with Pastor John Cook officiating. Burial was in Roann Community Cemetery. Preferred memorial is Roann Community Cemetery. The Schuler family would like to thank Visiting Nurse and Hospice workers for their exceptional care. The memorial guest book for David may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

J.L. Trickle, 75 Enjoyed gardening May 25, 1945 – June 16, 2020 Jesse Leroy “J.L” Trickle, 75, Huntington died June 16, 2020. He was born May 25, 1945. Services were June 18 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, North Manchester. Arrangements by McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

Sallie Jane Music, 76, of North Manchester, died at 10:40 a.m., Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester. She was born Oct. 31, 1943 in Wabash to Marvin Horner and Harriett (Dietzer) Porter. Sallie married Shade Music Jr. in Wabash on March 27, 1961. She worked at Heckman Bindery in North Manchester 8 years, and also worked at Wabash Magnetics. Sallie was a member of the Wabash Free Will Baptist Church and enjoyed staying home. She is survived by her husband, Shade Music, Jr. of North Manchester; two children, Christine “Teen” (Rex) Caruthers of North Manchester, and Robert (Vicki) Music of Wabash; seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and two sisters, Rosalee Moore of LaFontaine, and Mattie of Roseburg, Ore. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, John “Marbie” Music; and her daughter, Billie Coon. Service and calling were Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with Rev. Tod Masters officiating. Burial was in Lagro Cemetery. The memorial guest book for Sallie may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Evelyn Niswander, 102 Enjoyed collecting antiques Oct. 1, 1917 – June 15, 2020 Evelyn Mullett Niswander, 102, North Manchester died June 15, 2020. She was born Oct. 1, 1917. A graveside service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to McKee Mortuary.

Susan (Leckrone) Clark, 72 Retired from U.S. Postal Service Nov. 4, 1947 – June 20, 2020 Susan Clark, 72, Silver Lake, died June 20, 2020. Calling 10 a.m. June 26, at Eel River Community Church of the Brethren, Silver Lake, (services follow) and 2-8 p.m. June 25, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

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Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents June 5, 2020 At 6:30 a.m., a vehicle driven by Daniel R. Howard, 28, Wabash collided with a deer on U.S. 24 near County Road 700 West. June 10 At 5:10 a.m., a vehicle driven by Kendall D. Hapner, 58, South Whitley collided with a deer on State Road 13 near County Road 1425 North. At 2:20 p.m., a vehicle driven by Thomas K. Bastin, 63, Lafayette, required a tow truck to move it from the roadway on U.S. 24 near County Road 600 East. June 11 At 5:59 p.m., a vehicle driven by Anna M. Barr, 52, Peru collided with a vehicle driven by Roger Votaw, 55, Peru on U.S. 24 near County Road 700 West. June 12 At 5:40 a.m., a vehicle driven by David R. Stafford, 64, Silver Lake collided with a cow on State Road 114 near State Road 13. At 1:26 p.m., a vehicle driven by James E. Barnes, 65, South Whitley collided with a vehicle driven by Loretta A. Cox, 67, North Manchester on State Road 114 near County Road 400 East. June 13 At 9:33 a.m., a vehicle driven by Debra L. Hudson, 64, Roann collided with a vehicle driven by Cheyenne E. Sloane, 19, North Manchester on State Road 114 near Heeter St. At 9:10 a.m., a vehicle driven by Tyler R. Peas, 31, North Manchester ran off the road on County Road 800 North near County Road 100 East. June 15 At 6:15 a.m., a vehicle driven by Alexis N. Ballard, 21, Wabash collided with a vehicle driven by Randall J. Baer, 61, Wabash on State Road 13 near State Road 124. At 9: 54 p.m., a vehicle driven by Jarrett P. Wilson, 17, Wabash collided with a vehicle driven by Bobbi S. Fox, 36, Hannacroix, N.Y. on U.S. 24 near County Road 150 West. North Manchester

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Police and fire reports Citations June 16 1:02 p.m., David C. Small, 48, North Manchester cited for driving while suspended. Arrests June 13 Trent C. Gray, 24, North Manchester, arrested on warrant to revoke probation on a domestic battery charge. Accidents June 13 At 9:22 a.m., a vehicle driven by Kent G. Green, 58, Liberty Mills left the roadway in the 1300 block of State Road 13 North, striking a fence. Green was cited for being a habitual traffic offender. Fire June 11 10:55 p.m., 400 block of East 7th Street for medical assist. June 15 10:35 a.m., 400 block of West 7th Street for medical assist. June 17 7:23 a.m., 1200 block of West 4th Street for medical assist. 10:50 a.m., 600 block of East 5th Street for a report of a downed power line. Land Transfers Michael E. McClure and Rhonda D. McClure to Michelle R. Shrock and Patrick M. Shrock, warranty deed. Ryant Wiley and Quinn Wiley to Tanner Hughes and Montgomery Irvine, warranty deed. WJH LLC to Jerry L. Breedlove and Melissa C. Breedlove, warranty deed. Tod C. Minnich and Amy B. Trowbridge to James D. Haist and Marcy D. Haist, warranty deed. Amanda Kae Barrus to Amanda Kae Barrus and Troy Eugene Barrus, quitclaim deed. Emmy R. Heagy to Devon U. Heagy and Emmy R. Heagy, quitclaim deed. Tanner E. Chamberlain and Sydney Jo Chamberlain to Kyler B. Harting, warranty deed. Michael L. White and Julie White to Neill M. Miller and Courtney A. Miller, warranty deed. Daniel C. Metzger and Harold C. Metzger Land Trust to Danial C. Metzger

and Latheda J. Metzger, trust deed. Donald Stouffer, Doris Stouffer, Dale L. Stouffer and Kelly R. Stouffer to Parker Stouffer and Katie Stouffer, quitclaim deed. Teresa Ann Keppel, Mary Ann Keppel and Paul Keppel to Pleasant L Wilson III and Lindsey M. Wilson, warranty deed. Jacob F Speicher to Jacob F. Speicher and Christine M. Speicher, quitclaim deed. Rhonda Turley to Paul D. Pontius, warranty deed. D T Construction Services Inc. to Grossman Properties LLC, corporate deed. Joy Beeler to Julie Yeater, warranty deed. Lula B. Music and Charles J. Music to George E. Hall and Lula B. Music, warranty deed. John D. Kelly and Biljana Kelly to John D. Kelly, quitclaim deed. Justin C. Vigar and Phyllis L. Vigar to Dwayne Quakenbush, warranty deed. Carol A. Cochran and Tony Cochran to Carol A. Cochran and Tony Cochran, quitclaim deed. Cheryl Lynn Basham and Liberty Mills Farm Trust to Ronald Gene Behny and Lynne Carol Behny, trust deed. Marjorie I. Francis and Francis Family Trust to Marjorie I. Francis, trust deed. Violet R. Smith and Robin W. Smith to Violet R. Smith, Robin W. Smith and Diana Smith, quitclaim deed. Marriage License Brooklyn Michelle Wakefield, 24 and

Paul M. D. Shaffer, 27. Kendra Leigh Auler, 20 and Casey Keith Gross, 26. Jillian Christine Stores, 28 and Jacob Paul Fishback, 41. Molly Kathryn Woods, 22 and Arren Wayne Reust, 25. Skyler James Boruff, 25 and Brittany Marie Drake, 25. Shannon Daniell Bradley, 41 and Richard Lee Greene, 40. Ashley Y. Gaerte, 44 and Kim Rae Soto, 49. Kyle Roger Highley, 43 and Kimberly Ann Hehe, 42. Drew Rylee Thompson, 21 and Noah Howard Terrill, 21. Jordan Thomas Ridgeway, 27 and Lindsey Ann Fleshood, 23. Aaron Nickerson, 19 and Christina Kelly, 19. Lloyd Arthur Klay Robison, 30 and Tambi R. Manns, 40. Bryan J. Keppel, 33 and Savannah N. Gasper, 31. Donald Ray Smith, 55 and Dolores Z. Rife, 51. Joshua John Bolin, 37 and Melissa Ann Carter, 34.

ANDREWS – Residents of Andrews are being advised residents not to consume water due to TCE and vinyl chloride potentially being present in it. “Please do not drink or cook with the water if you are serviced by the town’s water utility,” town officials wrote on its web page. “You may use cold to lukewarm (not hot) water for laundry, dishes, and brief showers. Do not heat or boil the water. All of these measures are precautionary until the town can guarantee the water is properly treated by an air stripper, which is owned and operated by United Technologies.”

Bottled water is available for residents at the town garage. If the garage is closed, and it is within Town Hall business hours, please come to the drive-up window at the Clerk’s office. (The Town Hall building itself is closed to the public at this time.) Please do not pick up water more than once a day, or as needed, officials wrote. “If you require additional quantities than what we can provide at this time, and have the means to purchase that water, please do so,” they continued. “The Town of Andrews is working hard to acquire donations, and even purchasing

water, in order to distribute to town residents during the water crisis. You may be asked for name and address, or possibly a current utility bill and ID. We apologize that town employees, or distribution volunteers, may not always recognize all town residents. Thank you for your patience as we work together thru this crisis. Please check on your neighbors, especially the elderly and shut-ins. Town filed another lawsuit against Raytheon, formally known as United Technologies, after chemical levels found to be “very high” in one of the town’s water wells.

House fire under investigation A June 16 house fire at an Anna Street home is still under investigation, Wabash Fire Chief Barry Stroup said. The fire, at 426 Anna St., was reported at 1:21 p.m. by a neighbor across the street stating that smoke and flames were coming out of the house. First arriv-

ing units reported heavy fire and smoke coming out of windows of the house. All occupants were out of the residence and accounted for. By 2 p.m., the fire was extinguished. Damage is estimated at $40,000. All crews were back in-service at 4:21 p.m. Stroup said the

department is investigating the cause and origin of the fire which appears to have started in southeast corner. At the time of the department’s press release the cause of the fire was listed as accidental and under investigation.

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The Roann Lions Club met on Thursday, June 4. Rick Morris called the meeting to order and led the members in the pledge to the American flag. The minutes from the last meeting were read by Donna Harman and Keith Ford gave the

treasurers report. Both were approved. In old business Rick gave information on the clean up day in Roann that was held on June 6. This is held each year for residents of the town of Roann and is now sponsored by the Lions Club.

Plans are in the works to have some activities for July 4 in Roann. We know for sure there will be fireworks that evening and it will also be the weekend for the town rummage sales. More information will be posted later in the

newspapers, on the radio and on flyers. ROANN HERITAGE GROUP met for a short meeting in the Roann Community building so as to comply with social distancing on May 21. Co-president, Jo Ellen Nelson told the group the grant that the Roann Main Street had applied for was given to them and they are ready to proceed with their first project. With the help and talent of a couple hometown artists, along with art students from Northfield High School, a new mural will soon be painted on the south wall of the Roann Community Building. A 25 YEAR tradition has been cancelled. Henry Becker, President of the Covered Bridge Association, has announced Breakfast in the Bridge will not take place this year due to the Coronavirus. This is usually held during Roann’s 4th of July celebration. ROANN FESTIVAL Fundraiser breakfast is on July 4th in the community building, 7am-10am.

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All you can eat pancakes and sausage. Adults $7, Children $4, Children under 4 eat free. Donations to the Festival are welcomed. Festival dates are September 10-12. ROANN WILL have its Annual Community Rummage Sale July 24. Plan now to sell your extra stuff and get money for it. We would like the Roann Community to be a yard sale destination during these three days. The more participants, the better for everyone. There are a couple of ways to participate. Set up at your home or rent a space at The Little Cathedral. The cost will be $5 a day (3 days will cost $15). You do not have to sit

at your booth and sell your own items. There will be someone overseeing the items and selling for you. If you have any questions or want your name added to the list of participants, please call Valerie at 260-774-3384 to get a booth number. THE SUMMER FOOD Program is going on at the Roann United Methodist Church from 11:30am to 12:30pm for children up to 18 years of age. Sack lunches can be picked up at the church on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The lunch program will operate this way until July. PASTOR WAYNE BALMER of the Roann United Methodist will be holding June 28 service in their Church building at 225 E. Adams starting at 9:00am and on Facebook. His sermon will be taken from Matthew 6:25-35 titled “Why Worry”. Social distancing will be exercised and will disinfect between services. CONTINUE PRAYING FOR Sharon Hagan, Rex Renz,

Patsy Sucher, Joni Fox, Mike White, Kay Maple, Sawyer Draper and our country. Stay Safe and Stay Healthy. God bless you all. CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES: June 24 – Mr. & Mrs. Don Richardson and Mr. & Mrs. Brian Myers; June 26 – Mr. & Mrs. Duane Trump; June 27 – Mr. & Mrs. Maurice Musselman; June 29 – Mr. & Mrs. Doug Draper; June 30 – Mr. & Mrs. Steve Hentgen CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: June 24 – Stan Summers; June 25 – Amanda Randel; June 26 – LeVoy Early, Dennis Betzner and Kaelea Sinclair; June 27 – Craig Hoppes and Todd Wall; June 28th – James Deck and Cliff Gardner; June 30 – Devin Reed and Deanna Schuler. PASTOR MACE tells us the benefit of having and using wisdom: I NEED WISDOM. Every circumstance, relationship and event challenges us to be wise. Wisdom comes from God living through us in the experiences of life. As we gain experience and understanding, we begin the opportunity to either be wise or foolish. One thing we learn from Proverbs 3, is that there are benefits in wisdom. Let’s not only learn what they are, but allow them to carry us through this life. The first benefit from wisdom is provision. Wisdom teaches us that wisdom is better than gain from silver and her profit better than gold. Solomon, who received wisdom from God, saw the importance of how wealth was fleeting but wisdom brought provision for this life. The prodigal son foolishly threw away his inheritance even though wisdom would warn him not to waste his wealth on riotous living. He spent money on buying pleasure and acceptance. This is not a promise but a principle of life, that wisdom brings provision. Wisdom also gives contentment. It is amazing how we settle for things in this life that will never Continued on 13

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...continued from Page 12 make us satisfied. God has such amazing blessings for us and we seem to accept whatever comes our way without thinking about what is best. We give in to so many worthless adventures and desires that only lead to destruction and pain. Wisdom is more precious than jewels and nothing you desire can compare with her. Wisdom brings a contentment that is full and complete and allows us to not desire the worthless things in life. The principle of wisdom also leads to a long life. A child who learns to obey his parents by not running out in the road after the ball will most likely live longer than a disobedient child who dangerously runs into the road without looking. How many times do we run into dangerous situations without going the way of wisdom? Long life is in the hand of wisdom. Foolishness leads to death but wisdom leads to life. We all are looking for peace in this life. Peace is attainable. But what are you trusting in to bring you peace? The way of wisdom brings pleasantness and all her paths are peace. Wisdom never brings restlessness.

Foolishness will bring worry, fear, and anxiety. But wisdom will lead us in the way of calm and rest. Jesus said, “Come unto me all you who are heavy burdened and I will give you rest.” Rest is found in wisdom. But maybe the most important benefit of wisdom is that those who hold fast to wisdom are called blessed. One who is blessed is favored. Being in favor with God brings great protection, strength, and direction. When we are tempted by foolishness, wisdom is there to steer us another direction, warn us of the danger, or correct us when we have failed. God’s favor upon a wise person gives what is needed in this life and the life to come. Rob Mace preaches at the Roann First Brethren Church at 240 W. Allen Street. Services are at 10am. Rob is also available to counsel and encourage. I CAN BE REACHED by email at meyerann@centurylink.net or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. I’m also available by phone 765-833-2614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. to appear in the next weeks paper.

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Wabash County Commissionners met on Monday June 15. Residents of LaFontaine and representatives of the LaFontaine/Liberty Township Fire Department presented a petition of 270 signatures to have the bridge No.144 (bridge at Hogs Back) to be fixed on 1050 S. This bridge has been out for over two

years. This is a direct route from LaFontaine to Somerset. There is a Major Business located in the area and this has cause much added expense to it by the bridge not being fixed. Also, it is safety hazarded. There is another bridge No.143 located on 1050 S which is in need of much repair, but is useable for

now. What happens if this bridge would become unusable to the 12 families who live between the two bridges and to the business? There is at least 10 people who are over 70 who live between the bridges. By not fixing the bridge No.144 it has become a very unsafe for all of the community. The commissioners still did not make

a decision on what to do except to say “it would cost too much to fix the bridge”. The commissioners talk about economic development; if they would fix the bridge this would be an economic development for the southern part of the county. we need everyone in the county to let the Continued on Page 14

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LaFontaine news Wabash County Commissioners know your feelings on repairing the No.144 bridge before there is major disaster with it not being repaired. SPRINGTIME EXTRAVAGANZA will be held at The Elementary in LaFontaine on June 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop by the gym

to check out a variety of vendors and local artisans and crafters. Find some new home decor, sewing creations, jewelry, kitchen tools, children’s books, smell good items for your home, art, even bandanas and items to spoil your fur baby. LaFontaine Lions members will be

there with their kettle corn trailer. Support your local small businesses by stopping by! They are looking forward to sharing with you. LAFONTAINE LIONS say thank you to everyone who came out and supported their Lions tenderloin fry on Saturday, June 13.

...continued from Page 13 There will be another one in September, be sure and watch for the date. There will be a breakfast on Aug. 15 at the LaFontaine Community Building. The club is using the proceeds from tenderloin fry and breakfast to support the LaFontaine Community Building.

Remember this building can be rented by calling 765-981-4054 to see if is available for the date you would like. When you rent the building, this includes the use of kitchen, trash bags, dumpster for your trash, tables, chairs, and the building is handicap accessible. LAFONTAINE LIONS say thank you to Lion Tom Willcox for spraying the flower bed to kill the weeds. Also, thank you to Lions Donna and Dave Ballard for putting mulch in the flower bed at the LaFontaine Community Building. It looks GREAT! LAFONTAINE CHAPTER OF THE ORDER OF EASTERN STAR met Monday for the first time in over three months due to restrictions in place due to the Covid crisis. Jean Sneed, Worthy Matron, presided. Our chapter was saddened by the passing of Frances Cobb and Melvin Weaver. Sympathy cards and Resolutions of Respect were sent to their families. Welcome home card sent to Jim Leming, and he called to thank the chapter for cards and gifts during

his illness. Cheer cards were sent to Glenna Pogue, Kim O’Banion and Mary Brane. Thinking of cards sent to Sandra Weaver and Markie Edwards, Past Grand Matron. Sympathy card to Anna Burton, Grand Secretary on her sister’s passing. Roberta Ancil thanked the Chapter for gift, cards, thoughts and prayers during Gary’s illness and passing. We will keep those who are ill or suffering loss in our thoughts and prayers. The Grand Chapter Session for 2020 has been postponed for this year and will meet again in June 2021. All Grand Officer, District Deputies and Grand Chapter committee appointments will remain in office until that time. Subordinate chapters may retain their current officers until that time, and our chapter elected to do so. Worthy Matron, Jean Sneed’s project are, to collect supplies for the Animal shelters, to collect non-perishable food for the local food Pantry, to purchase wreaths for Veteran’s graves at the Marion National cemetery, and send a donation

to Shriners Hospitals. In addition, we support the projects of the Indiana Grand Chapter. A thank you was received from the Methodist Church for our donation to their food bank. At this meeting members donated personal items for the residents at rolling Meadows and gave monetary donation. The Scholarship Committee reported no applications were received this year. The Annual reports of the Secretary, Treasurer and Audit committee wee presented, accepted and put on file. Beth Weaver and Darlene Turner celebrated birthdays. A Memorial Service was conducted for Frances Cobb, Melvin Weaver and Past Grand Patron Howard Willis. Also, our Annual Memorial Recognition for others who passed during 2019-2020. Steven Flack, Carolyn Hanaway, Edith McMillan, Nancy Leming and Marlene Cunningham. Our next meeting is July 20th at 7 p.m. at which time we will collect the items for the Animal Shelters. Continued on Page 15

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Urbana hosted a first inning. The double header fastDiamonds had the pitch softball game Bandits down 2-0. In Sunday, June 14. the bottom of the The teams who first inning, the played were the Bandits could not get anything going. The Diamonds in the Bandits held the Rough from Diamonds to no runs Anderson, and the at the top of Wabash the second Bandits inning. from Bottom of Wabash. the second Game one inning the started Bandits around 1 were able p.m. I was to get one not able to run. Score get to the now is 2-1. ball field Michael Mich Michael ael Sn Snell ell Top of for the first 260-774-3665 the third, game but I pinkynova71@ the did find out hotmail.com Diamonds that the seemed to Diamonds be stifled as won the to what they needed game 5-2. The second to do to get a rally game started around going. The Bandits 4 p.m. Now this game however had it all was a different story. come together for I was able to write them in the bottom of down a lot of inforthe third when they mation and action were able to put four from the game. more runs on the The umpires don’t scoreboard which get a whole lot of made it 5-2. credit or inspiring Top of the fourth comments for umpirDiamonds at bat, they ing home plate or were able to collect calling the bases so I thought I would add a three more runs. Now the game is all tied at little addition as to 5 all. Bandits batting let you know who in the bottom of the they are. The umpire fourth, Diamond held who was the base them to three up, ump was Greg three down. The fifth Coldwell from inning was about the Kokomo. The home same for both teams. plate umpire was Top of the sixth, Dave Dillon from Diamonds at bat, they Wabash. Thank you, were able to get one guys, for umpiring. more run. Score now I’m glad it was you is 6-5. Bottom of the and not me that had sixth, Bandits at bat, to make some of Diamond pitcher those close calls. walked a runner. The Diamonds Runner now on first, were the visiting team so they had first another Bandit batter poked one to left cenbats. The game startter for a triple base ed out slow in the

hit and one run in. Now it is 6-6 with a runner on third. Another Bandit batter poked one out to deep center field for a stand up double. The runner who was on third scored. Score now 7-6. Top of the seventh, Diamonds must get one run to tie the game and to stay alive, but the Diamonds just could not pull this one out. Bandits won with a score of 7-6. Congratulation Wabash Bandits from the Urbana Lions Club and the Urbana Community. Urbana Ball Park Pavilion was the site for the Rebel Rousers of Indiana Car Club Inc. to hold a meeting on June 12, 2020. They had a dinner of hotdogs and hamburgers cooked on a grill along with all the usual plate items such as relish, catsup, mustard, pickles, onions, baked beans, potato salad and chips. They had cookies and cake for desert. The meeting was held after the meal. Minutes were read

A Diamonds in the Rough batter takes a swing. and the treasurer’s report was given. Club President Jess Gressley conducted the meeting. The members discussed whether or not to have their annual car show for this year due to COVID-19. There were some concerns addressed and the club decided to move on with the car show. The show will be held on July 11 at the Urbana ball park 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Entry fee

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COUNTY OF WABASH IN RE CHANGE OF NAME OF MINOR: Annabelle Blanton Desirae Galloway Petitioner.

)IN THE WABASH CIRCUIT COURT )SS: )CAUSE NO. 85C01-2006-MI-305 ) ) ) ) ) )

NOTICE OF HEARING Notice is hereby given that Petitioner Desirae Galloway, pro se, filed a Verified Petition of Change of Name of Minor to change the name of minor child from Annabelle Rayn Blanton to Annabelle Rayn Handrich. The petition is scheduled for hearing in the Wabash Circuit Court on July 31, 2020, at 1:00 o’clock p.m., which is more than thirty (30) days after the third notice of publication. Any person has the right to appear at the hearing and to file written objections on or before the hearing date. The parties shall report to Wabash Circuit Court, 49 W Hill St., Wabash, IN 46992. 6-5-20 Date

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was talked about and set for $10. The number of awards (25) were voted on for the Top 25 and to have several specialty awards such as Rat Rod, Long Distance, Oldest & Youngest Cruiser and the usual Best Engine, Paint, Interior and Best of Show. Other outline duties were appointed to members of the club. It was a great evening and the Rebel Club could not have asked for a better day

to hold their dinner/meeting. Thanks goes out to Michael and Bonita Snell for getting the hotdogs, hamburgers and buns. Also thanks goes to everyone else who brought the other items to go along with the meal. Urbana’s pulling pad is going to be used after several years of being inactive. So attention Tractor Pullers, There will be farm tractor pulling con-

test to be held on June 27. The pulling will start around 9:30 a.m. If you want to see how well you can do with your tractor rig, come on down and try your luck. There is one requirement, you must have wheelie bars on you tractor before you can pull. The Lion’s Snack Shack will be open that day with food items such as hot dogs, hamburgers and chips along with Continued on Page 16

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Concert series continues: SoulShot performed last week during the 13-24 Drive-In Summer Music Concert Series. Mason Dixon Line was scheduled to perform this week while the Mississinewa Valley Band is on tap to conclude the series next Wednesday. The free concert series will be from 5 to 7 p.m. at the drive-in. The gates open at 4 p.m., and organizers ask for participants to practice social distancing. Photos by Joseph Slacian

Urbana news soft drinks and coffee for the early birds. For information about the pull you can call Troy at 260571-3284 Urbana Lions Community Ballpark is available to everyone and anyone this year. This park is full of items for any activity. Snack Shack if needed for little league baseball, girls softball, slow pitch, fast pitch softball, little league baseball tournaments, basketball court, play ground equipment, pavilion for picnics or reunions with charcoal grill, handicap accessible restrooms with running water. This is a unique place and is very well maintained. Call 260774-3665 for information and to see if the park is available on the date you would like. Breakfast Bunch met at Bob Evens Restaurant for the first time in a long time. It was good to

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see everyone that could make the breakfast. Those attending were: Tom and Joyce Willcox, Larry and Nancy Meyer, Peggy Dilling and Pat McNabney. This bunch welcomes everyone and anyone who would like to join them for a meal and to talk about different topics. They get together every Wednesday at 7:30am at Bob Evens. Come on down and check them out, I think you will enjoy the company. Condolences to Esther Ruth Wagner’s family and friends. She passed on June 13, 2020. She was a member of the Urbana Yoke Parish and the Women’s Guild of the Church. Prayer Concerns: Max Chamberlain, Orville Chamberlain, Doris Mattern, Kristina Gamsby, Alma DeVore, Jim and Pat Hartley, Jane Winebrenner, Gene Miller is in a nursing facility in Ft Wayne,

Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie, Dean & Lois Haupert, Ruth Summers, Paxton Wright, Ava Gibson, Tonya Brunett, Mary Ann Hunsucker, Jan Fitch, Joan Snyder and daughter Jackie, Lowell Karns, Bryan, Susan and Kash Leferney, our Nation, the people that have contracted covid-19, doctors and nurses that are helping the sick to combat this virus, scientists that are trying to develop a vaccine and our Military personnel. Urbana Streetlights: To report a problem with a streetlight call (260) 774-3665. If no answer, leave a message. Tell me the light’s address and what is wrong. I will then submit a work order to have that light repaired. Please allow 5 working days for repairs. Birthday wishes: June 25 Bonita Snell and June 30 Lane Keaffaber.

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www.terrellrealtygroup.com -ASSEMBLY OF GOD Gospel Light Assembly of God 347 Southwood Dr.; Neil Jeffrey, pastor. Su nday School 9:45 a.m. (all ages); Morning 10:30;

Evening Service 6:00 p.m., Kids’ Korral Wednesday Midweek Service 7:00 p.m., Youth Meeting 7:00 p.m. Sweetwater Assembly of God 2551 State Road 114 East, North Manchester, IN; phone 260-982-6179. Prayer Service at 9a.m.; Worship Service at 10a.m..; Wednesday Evening Discipleship at 6:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study/Elevate Youth Discipleship/KidzZone “LIVE”. BAPTIST

Emmanuel Free Will Baptist 129 Southwood Dr., Wabash; Phone 563-3009. Terry Hinds, pastor. Worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Morning Prayer Service 11 a.m.; Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 6 p.m.; Bus transportation available, call 5633009. Erie Street Free Will Baptist Church 1056 Erie Street, Wabash; phone 563-8616. Sunday School, 10:00 a.m.; Worship Service, 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service, 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer Service, 6:00 p.m. Transportation and nursery available. Grand Street Baptist Church 1655 Grand Street, Wabash; John Denniston, pastor, phone 765-981-2868; church phone: 563-8409. Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Morning Service 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening 6:00 p.m. Southside Freewilll Baptist 360 Columbus St., Wabash; Church Phone 260-563-4917; Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Worship 11:00 a.m.; Evening Service 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Pastor Tim Webb CATHOLIC

St. Bernard Catholic Corner of Cass & Sinclair Sts.; Fr. Levi Nkwocha, Pastor. Parish Office and Rectory: 207 N. Cass St., phone 563-4750. Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Weekday Masses: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday at 8:15 a.m. Until restrictions are lifted, all Masses will be live-streamed on St. Bernard Church Face Book page. St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church - We humbly invite you to experience ancient Christianity in the Church Jesus established. "You are Peter [rock], and on this rock I will build My Church" (Matthew 16:18). 1203 State Road 114 E., North Manchester. 260-982-4404. www.strobertsnmanchester.org. Like us on Facebook. Sacrament of Confession: Wed. 5:30-6 P.M and Sat. 4-4:30 P.M or anytime by appointment. "Therefore, confess your sins to one another" (James 5:16). Holy Sacrifice of the Mass: Sat. 5 P.M., Sun. 9 A.M. and 11:30 (en español), See website for weekday Mass schedule. "For My flesh is real food and My blood is real drink" (John 6:55). For more information on Catholicism visit www.catholic.com CHRISTIAN

Dora Christian Church located 1 1/2 miles South of Salamonie Dam, Lagro; phone 260-782-2006. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Early Service 8:15 a.m.; Church Service 10:30 a.m. Minister: Mark Wisniewski. LaFontaine Christian Church 202 Bruner Pike, LaFontaine; Phone 765-981-2101; Pastor Brad Wright; Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship 10:30 am. Nursery Available. Wabash Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 110 W. Hill St., Wabash; Rev. Haley Asberry, Minister; phone 260-5634179; website: www.wabashchristian.org. Worship Service 9:30 a.m.; Fellowship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Nursery provided. Find us on Facebook. CHRISTIAN HERITAGE CHURCH

Christian Heritage Church 2776 River Rd.; Tim Prater, pastor. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m.; Radio Ministry 8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Sunday WKUZ 95.9 FM.

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Wabash Church of the Brethren 645 Bond Street (off Falls Avenue) 260-563-5291. Doug Veal, Pastor. Wherever you are on life’s journey, come join us as we continue the work of Jesus - Peacefully, Simply, Together. HOURS: Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; Worship at 10:30 a.m. Children’s church available during worship. Handicap accessible. CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St., Wabash (corner of N. Wabash St. & State Route 24); Evangelist Josh Fennell; office phone 563-8234. Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship Hour 10:00 a.m.; Evening Worship Hour 6:30 p.m.; Mid-Week Bible Study Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Classes & activities for all ages. CHURCH OF GOD (ANDERSON) First Church of God 525 N. Miami St., Wabash; church 563-5346; Robert Rensberger, pastor. Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. for all ages; Continental Breakfast at 10:00 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship at 10:30 a.m. Nursery care is available during worship service. Stair lift available. COMMUNITY CHURCH Grace Fellowship Church - Where Christ is our Passion and People are our Purpose, 4652 S. 100 W., Wabash; phone 260-563-8263; Pastor Lou Hunt. Sunday Morning: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Service: Faith In Action 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m. www.gracefellowshipwabash.com INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH Bachelor Creek Church of Christ 4 miles north of Wabash on St. Rd. 15; phone 260-563-4109; website: bachelorcreek.com; Solomon David, Lead Minister; Michael Eaton, Worship Minister; Nate Plyler, Outreach Middle School Minister; Ryan Keim, Next Steps Minister; Ken Goble, Senior Adults Minister; Taylor McFarland, Women’s Director; David Diener, Student Minister; Tyler Leland, Children’s Minister; Janet Legesse, Early Childhoood Director. NOW OFFERING 2 SERVICE TIMES. Adult Bible Fellowship & Worship 9:15am & 10:45am. Roann Christian Church 240 E Allen St, Roann, Indiana. Bible School 9:00 am, Worship Service - 10:00 am. Chris Ponchot, Minister; 856-405-5267. LUTHERAN Living Faith Church (NALC) - 242 South Huntington Street, downtown at southwest corner of Market Street. Pastor Tom Curry. Office phone 260.563.4051. Worship 10:10 a.m. with fellowship time after service. Bible study 9:00 a.m. for all ages. Wednesday 6:00 p.m. meal with program and activities. You honor us with your presence as we seek to serve Christ in our daily lives. All are welcome! www.LivingFaithWabash.org ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS) 173 Hale Drive, Wabash. Phone 260-563-1886. Pastor: Rev. Gerald Gauthier II. Sunday school and adult Bible class 9:15 a.m., worship service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion observed the first and third Sundays. www.zionwabash.org Preaching and caring with Christ crucified for you! The LCMS Mission Church in North Manchester is holding services each Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. with fellowship time following in the Life Center Building on 7th and Bond Streets. Please come and worship with us. Bring your family and friends. “For we maintain that a man is justified by faith apart from observing the law.” Roman 3:28 NIV. For more information call Pat at 260-6101961 or email to lcmsnorthmanchester@gmail.com. Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)1500 S. Wabash St., Wabash, IN 46992, 260.563.6626, tlcwabash@gmail.com. Pastor Dr. Kent Young. We worship our Lord each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with a Gospel-based message and Holy Communion. There is a time of fellowship and refreshments immediately following the service. We are handicap accessible and everyone is welcome at Trinity! NON-DENOMINATIONAL Christian Fellowship Church 1002 State Road 114 East N. Manchester, IN 46962. Christian Fellowship Church Services - Sundays: Sunday School 9 AM; Worship: 10 AM. Pastor Jacob Good, 260982-8558. cfcpeople.org

Freedom Life Church (Non-Denominational Full Gospel Church) 480 Washington St., Wabash, IN 46992. Pastor Tim Morrisett, 317385-4400; Worship 10:30am Every Sunday Morning. Wabash Friends Church 3563 S State Rd 13, Wabash. Traditional Worship, 8:30am. Contemporary Worship, 10:45am. Sunday School, 9:30am. Currently only doing virtual services on Sunday morning at 10am until June 14th. Join us at https://www.facebook.com/wabashfriendschurch/ The Lord’s Table - Verse by Verse 1975 Vernon St., Wabash, Indiana, 46992. Pastor Roxane Mann 260-571-7686. Wherever your Spiritual walk is, join us as we continue on. Verse by Verse - Book by Book - Chapter by Chapter - Through the Bible. Full Gospel. Sunday worship 10:30 a.m.. Wednesday Bible study 6:30 p.m. St. Paul’s County Line Church 3995N 1000W, Andrews, IN; Phone 7863365. Non-Denominational. Pastor Conrad Thompson. Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. Worship at 10:00 a.m. Youth program 6-8 p.m. on Sunday. Wednesday night Bible Study at 7 p.m. Urbana Yoke Parish 75 Half Street in Urbana, phone 260-774-3516, email: urbanaparish@gmail.com. Pastor Larry Wade. Worship 9:30 am, Sunday School 10:45 am, Bible Study Sunday evenings 6:00 pm. Walk by Faith Community Church 515 Chippewa Road, corner of Chippewa & Beamer Sts. in Roann; phone (765) 833-9931. Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.; Worship: 10:00 a.m.; Children’s Worship: 10:00 a.m.; Pastor - Greg Wilburn. Youth Pastor - Jody Tyner. We invite all to come and worship with us. “Walk by Faith” Youth Ministry meets every Sunday at 5 p.m. www.walkbyfaithcommunitychurch.com UNITED METHODIST Christ United Methodist Church intersections of Wabash, Stitt & Manchester Ave.; phone 563-3308. Chris Tiedeman, pastor. Facilities & provisions for the physically handicapped, hearing & sight impaired. Air conditioned. Sunday multi-media worship service at 10 a.m. with children’s message, Praise Team, and Choir. First United Methodist Church 110 N. Cass Street, Wabash, IN 46992, (260) 563-3108, Senior Pastor-Pastor Nathan Whybrew. Pastor of Visitation - Pastor John Cook. Youth Pastor - Pastor Nick Smith. Sunday Worship Services 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Communion on the first Sunday of each month. 9:00 a.m.-Bible study, 10:15 a.m.Sunday School for Pre-School & Kindergarten following Children’s message. Nursery available. Director of Children’s Ministry Angel Hostetler, FACT (Families and Christ Together) every Wednesday 4 p.m., meal served. Brianna’s Hope (a program providing hope to individuals, families and communities battling addiction issues), every Thursday evening at 6 p.m. with a meal each week. First Friends Child Care ELM (Early Learning Ministry), Ages 4 weeks thru 12 years, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. weekdays, Carolyn Satterfield, Director. Wesley Academy Ages 2 ½ thru Pre-K, Susan Vanlandingham, Director. LaFontaine United Methodist Church La Fontaine United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 57 (Kendall & Main St), La Fontaine; phone: 765981-4021; email: lafontaineumc@gmail.com; website: www.lafontaineumc.org; Susan Shambaugh, Pastor; Worship: 9:30AM, Sunday School: 10:45AM, nursery provided for both. Lincolnville United Methodist Church 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 9:40 a.m. Fellowship time; 10:00 a.m. Morning worship. 5848 E. 500 S. Wabash, 765-981-2648. lincolnvilleumc.org North Manchester United Methodist Church 306 East Second St., North Manchester; (260) 982-7537; Pastor Steve Bahrt. Worship 8:15 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship Time 9:00 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. WESLEYAN Wabash North Wesleyan Church 600 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Pastor - Rodger Smith. Morning Worship 10:30am; Sunday School 9:30am; Wednesday Bible Study 6:00pm. Church is wheelchair and handicap accessible. A place to feel safe and loved! New Journey Community Church Old W.C. Mills School. 1721 Vernon Street, Wabash, IN. Change is possible! Whether you are overchurched, un-churched, or de-churched you’ll find a fresh start at New Journey. We keep the important things like worship, teaching, community, and serving primary, while letting the unnecessary stuff fade into the background. Our mission is to make life transformation through Jesus Christ accessible to all people. So, come as you are and be made new!

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Age to buy tobacco products to increase July 1 A person may not sell to, distribute to, purchase for or permit the purchase of any tobacco, nicotine vapor, or alternative tobacco product to anyone under the age of 21. Also, no one under the age of 21 may purchase, use or possess any tobacco, nicotine vapor or alternative tobacco product. This law was passed in Indiana on March 18, 2020 and takes effect July 1, 2020. Tobacco kills over 480,000 people each year, more than automobile crashes, gun violence and opiate overdoses combined. More than 11,000 of those deaths occur in Indiana alone. Indiana spends $2.9 billion in health care costs for smokingrelated diseases each year. The developing teenage brain is particularly vulnerable to the effects of nico-

tine. More than 95% of addicted smokers start before age 21. Data reveals that 2,600 Hoosier youth become regular smokers each year. In Indiana, 65% of high school smokers under age 18 reported getting cigarettes from social sources, such as having someone else buy cigarettes for them. Youth are more likely to have friends aged 18 than 21. This new law will make it more difficult for our youth to purchase any form of tobacco. Early exposure to nicotine increases the risk of addiction and puts adolescents at a higher risk for depression, anxiety and substance abuse. The federal government did increase the federal age to purchase tobacco at 21. That law only impacts retailers that sell tobacco products to someone underage

and can only be enforced by law enforcement officers working to enforce federal laws. This means in order for state law enforcement officers to enforce this law there has to be a state law indicating their ability to do so. The federal law does not impact the possession of or distribution to someone under the age of 21. The state law now allows for those 18-20 years old to be ticketed for possession of a tobacco product or someone over 21 purchasing a tobacco product for someone under 21. Any product made of tobacco including cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, pipe tobacco, bidis and wrappings. Also included are any noncombustible products containing nicotine that use a heating element or power source

to produce vapor from nicotine in a solution or other form. This includes any electronic cigarette, electronic cigar, electronic cigarillo, electronic pipe or similar product and any cartridge of nicotine in solution or other form, including JUUL and similar products. Alternative nicotine products are also included in the law. These include any noncombustible product that contains nicotine whether chewed, absorbed, dissolved or ingested. The purchase, use or possession by someone under 21 years of age is a Class C infraction with a fine up to $500. Adults play an important role in protecting youth from nicotine addiction and the deadly effects of tobacco and nicotine use and can help prevent our youth from becoming the

next generation to die prematurely from tobacco and nicotinerelated disease. Do not purchase for or provide tobacco or nicotine products to anyone under the age of 21. If you suspect a retailer of selling to underage youth, please report them by calling your local Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission office which can be found at: www.in.gov/atc/isep/ 2379.htm For free help to quit, contact the Indiana Tobacco Quitline 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit quitnowindiana.com. Youth interested in quitting e-cigarettes can text ‘Indiana’ to 88709 to enroll in the This is Quitting text messaging program.

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Wabash County GARAGE SALE: 2 1/4 miles East of Diehl Machines, 832 E. Baumbauer Road. June 25 & 26, 8am-5pm. Large Childrens Sale: Boys NB5T, Girls 3 mos.-2T, baby items, shoes, toys, nursing/maternity, bed frame. Home decor, Christmas, CD’s, ladies XS-L, misc. Watch for signs!! GARAGE SALE: June 26, 8am-5pm. June 27, 8am?? I mile south of 114 & 15 to 1050 N. Women clothing up to 2x, girls clothing, My Life Doll & accessories, shoes, size 10 & 11, baby items, tools, lots of misc. GARAGE SALE; two miles east of Diehl Machines on Baumbauer. Girls 5T-12, 16 1/2-20. Boys 5, 6, & 8. Ladies S. XL dog life jacket, food dehydrator, household, curtains, toys. Local raw honey! Stop at neighbor’s sale. Thursday and Friday, June 25 & 26, 8am5pm. Watch for signs, rain or shine!!!

TWO GARAGE Sales: 495 and 453 Waterworks Road W. Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27, 9am5pm. Some of everything!

Wabash City GARAGE SALE: June 26 & 27, 8am-3pm, 475 Alena Street. Playpen, childrens toys, clothes and educational materials. Men and women clothes, small roll top desk, solid oak entertainment center, motorcycle racing gear, many misc. items. LARGE SALE: Corner of Wabash Street and Sheridan Drive. Thursday, 10am-4pm; Friday, 10am4pm; Saturday, 10am12Noon. Kitchen, home decor, wall shelves, bookcases, antiques, baby gift items, toys, puzzles, lace curtains (all new), ribbon, lots of fabric, 1992 Custom Van, low mileage. Many new items not listed. All new items are inventory from the D Shoppe. SIDEWALK SALE! Saturday ONLY, .June 27th, 8AM-2PM. 1604 South Wabash Street, Wabash. Quilting and crafting supplies, handcrafted items, collectibles, Christmas decorations, baskets, books, and MORE!! No early sales. RAIN DATE: July 11th

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North Manchester 3 FAMILY GARAGE Sale; 407 River Cove Lane, North Manchester. Thursday June 25 & Friday, June 26, 9am-5pm; Saturday, June 27, 9amNoon. Sale will help support Convoy of Hope’s Covid-19 relief “Beyond 10 Million Meals”. KitchenAid (built-in) dishwasher, round sofa table, outdoor birdhouse bench, framed art and prints, baby carrier, toys, boys clothes sizes 35, girls sizes 8-12, women M-XL, men M-L. Kids shoes all sizes, adult 8-10. Deep fryer, kitchen/household items, adult & kids books, DVDs, RainbowMate attachment, jewelry, Christmas decor/cards and a great variety of items! Enjoy free lemonade &tea while you shop!

HUGE MULTI-FAMILY / Moving Garage Sale Furniture, Thurs, June 25, 2:00pm-6:00pm; Fri-Sat 26th-27th, 9:00am6:00pm. Furniture, Kitchen, Quilting, Crafts, Decor, Baby Items, Norwex, Radial Arm Saw and other guy stuff. Way too much stuff to mention! 5813 East State Road 14, North Manchester Lots of girls clothes 5/6Juniors, boys 10-18, brown eggs, puzzles, books, misc. Friday, June 26, 8am-6pm; Saturday, June 27, 8am-1pm. 12226 N. 300 W., 1/4 mile north of Hwy. 114.

Roann GARAGE SALE: 6/25/20 to 6/27/20, 8am-4pm. 235 S. Arnold Street, Roann. Star Wars: 3 3/4 vintage and new, 12” old/new figures, cardbacks for vintage, full set of comics 1107 & 3 annuals, full sets of trading cards, Sigma figurines, Jabba throne set, Millennium Falcon complete, Twin-Pod Cloud car complete, Slave I - missing carbonite man. Men/women clothes, women shoes/handbags. Quilts. 1/35 scale plastic armor models, model magazines. Lots of books including Amish novels. Computer accessories: memory, video cards, hard drive, games, printer, speakers, laptop. Kitchen: service for 12 dish set, coffee maker, can opener, wine glasses, plastic bowl sets/lids, glass dessert bowls. King size bed - very good condition. Decorative

fireplace ornaments, small Rototiller, Shop-Vac, pans, plastic storage bins, stuffed animals, Starting Line-Ups, scrapbooks, 2 rolling work tables, 2 1/2 ton jack (brand new), refrigerator magnets, DVDs/VHS, jewelry, electric oven, Workmate, lots of misc. Rain or Shine!

Lost & Found LOST: BELTONE Hearing Aid. Wabash WalMart parking lot or Wabash Hardware parking lot. 260982-8089

FOR SALE: Used Craftsman Rotary Lawn Mower, 6.25 Horsepower, 21” discharge. 3/4 inch thick particle board, 28”x38”, clean. Vintage Rose Tea set, made in Japan, 4 cups and saucers. Vintage Florentine Fine China of Japan tea sets, 18 cups and saucers. Call 260-5636815.

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2 BEDROOM

UNITS AVAILABLE NOW Pet friendly with proper paperwork!

Jamestown Apartments 1208 W. 1208 W. Fourth Street, Apt. A North Manchester, IN 46962 Call C all 260-982-7643

Hearing Impaired Only Call TYY 711 Rental Assistance may be available for those who qualify Rent Includes: Water, Sewer and Weekly Trash Removal. On-Site Laundry Available “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”

The Wabash City Police Department is accepting applications for the position of

Probationary Police Officer starting June 15, 2020 through July 17, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. Applications, job description, and agility test requirements can be picked up in person at the Wabash City Police Department located at 1340 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, Indiana Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

BENEFITS PACKAGE: •Probationary salary $49,319.00 •Career Progression Incentive Pay-Longevity, Promotional opportunities through rank structure • Take Home Car after two years residing within Wabash City limits • Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Eye Insurance •Life Insurance •Paid Vacation and Sick leave Under Indiana Code 36-8-4-7, a person may not be appointed as a member of the Wabash City Police Department after the person has reached thirty-six (36) years of age. Under Indiana Code 36-1-20.2 (Nepotism), a person may not be appointed as a member of the Wabash City Police Department who is related to any officer of the department. Meet the residency requirements of Indiana Code 36-8-4-2. The City of Wabash is an equal opportunity employer.

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Services cont.

Auto

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

HOOSIER ELECTRIC CO. Licensed electrical service. Residential, Commercial, and Industrial. Free estimates! Call 260-344-0089.

IN NEED OF a driver on July 6th to go see my son. With pay. Call for details, 260-225-0118.

Mobile Homes FOR RENT: 3 bedroom and 2 bedroom mobile homes.

Located

Lakeview Mobile Home Park, only minutes from town! Call 260-568-4798.

For Rent

Wanted

GOOD SIZE one bedroom, upstairs

apartment

Wabash.

Total

$130.00/week

electric, plus

deposit. 765-506-6248. NORTH MANCHESTER: 1 and 2 bedroom upstairs apartments. Part utilities furnished. With car port. 260-982-2746.

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