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Changes made to Primary Election voting By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com Early voting hours will be reduced to four hours per day this year for the city and town Primary elections, Wabash

County Election Board. Decided Friday, Feb. 20. Also, early voting will be available for two weeks prior to Election Day instead of the usual four weeks prior to election. In addition, the board also decided to

eliminate the Democrat ballot in North Manchester and LaFontaine due to no races. Lagro will not be having a Primary since there are no contested races. County Clerk Elaine Martin said that

hours were shortened from seven hours last year down to four hours for the upcoming Primary early voting period, including the Saturday early voting days. Beginning Monday April 20, early vot(continued on page 4)

Grants allow Heartland to expand programs By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Mark Hobbs, director of the Heartland Career Center, discusses several grants the facility has received in recent weeks. Photo by Joseph Slacian

The Heartland Career Center (HCC) has received grants worth more than $250,000 to help upgrade its industrial technology programs. Officials from HCC, Ivy Tech, the county’s three public school corporations and a variety of supporters gathered Wednesday, Feb. 18 to learn about the grants and how educators envision using them. “We’re truly blessed to work with a large, collaborative group of people for support of your efforts to continuously improve the education and training for our students from Wabash, Miami, Grant and Huntington counties,” HCC Director Mark Hobbs said, discussing the grants. HCC has received three grants, Hobbs noted, saying a $20,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Wabash County actually began the changes of the school. With that grant, he said, “we started plans for our welding teacher, Jack Holley to be trained as certified welding inspector and educator. This grant also served as a starting point for each of the grants we’ve been awarded.” The remaining grants were $100,000 through the Ivy Tech

Community College’s Kokomo Region, and a the CTE Innovative Grant for $134,886. “The Kokomo IT region received a $3.27 million Youth Career Connect Grant and generously included Heartland as a partner,” Hobbs said, explaining the first grant. “Students in our advanced manufacturing classes and our welding and precision machine robotics classes have the opportunity to earn an associate’s degree in the integrated technology program for free through this grant.” Through the grant, HCC will be “placing 150,000 worth of manufacturing equipment in our building for students of all ages to benefit from,” he continued. “I’m talking about the 18 year old student, the 28, 38, 48, 58 … students of all ages. They are benefiting from it and will continue to benefit from it.” The first grant, through Federal Perkins Funding, “will enable us to purchase equipment for students to earn a welding technical certificate from Ivy Tech., along with the AWS industry recognized welding certification,” Hobbs said. The largest part of that grant will be spent on a virtual welding simulator costing $48,000. The second grant “will focus on (continued on page 5)

Longtime businessman remembered for his support of Wabash By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com A longtime Wabash business man, John W. “Jack” Miller, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was 87. A U.S. Army veteran, Miller was the founder and co-owner of Miller Furniture in Wabash, which opened in 1954, with his business partner Hubert G. Vrooman. He retired from the business in 1994. He also was involved with a variety of local organizations, including Wabash Community Service Board, the Peabody Foundation Board, and the Falls Cemetery Board.

He was a longtime member of the Presbyterian Church in Wabash, where he served as elder, deacon, Sunday school teacher, and also enjoyed singing in the choir. He also was a member of the Wabash Kiwanis Club, and is a past president of the organization. Steve Wampner, who purchased Miller Furniture from the Miller family in December, said Miller treated him as one of the family. “He reached out to me and was very welcoming after I purchased the business,” Wampner said. “He enjoyed bringing the mail in every morning, and we looked forward to (continued on page 18)

Steve Furnas holds a player’s batting glove while standing in the coaching box in recent years. Photo provided

Furnas retires after 30 years of coaching youth baseball By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com In 30 years as a youth baseball coach, Wabash resident Steve Furnas has been involved in hundreds of games – 688 games, to be exact. But don’t ask him his winning percentage. That, he is quick to note, is something he doesn’t know. “Why are you there as a coach?” he asked rhetorically during an interview with The Paper of Wabash County. “It’s not about the wins. It’s about teaching.” Furnas, who has coached in T-Ball, Little League, Babe Ruth, JuniorSenior League and American Legion Ball, has decided to step away. “I figured at the 30-year mark maybe it was just time to hang it up,” he said.

The coaching begins A lifelong baseball fan, Furnas’ interest in youth leagues began before JOHN W. “JACK” MILLER

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A hearing in Wabash Superior Court is scheduled for March 6 in the case of a home at 7 Elmwood Drive. B u i l d i n g Commissioner John Stephens told the Wabash Board of Public Works & Safety that following an initial hearing in early February, the March hearing was set. The city ordered the

home to be razed in December. In January, the board awarded a demolition contract to Brainard Excavating. However, at the board’s Feb. 4 meeting it learned the estate of the late owner, Jo Jinks Dietzer, filed an injunction. The estate and its representative Louise Dietzer Young, Dietzer’s daughter, received notification following the board’s Jan. 21 meeting that demolition could begin in 10 days.

Young has asked the board to delay the planned demolition, saying she did not receive proper notice of the unsafe building hearing it conducted in early December. She also said she would like to try to raise funds to correct problems at the home. The board has discussed the home since at least mid-October. Stephens told the board several times, including at the unsafe building hearing in early December, that the home has a hole in the roof, floors are rotting out, the basement is filled with water and that there is mold in the home. In preparation of the demolition, the city ran tests on the water quality and, finding no problems, pumped out the home. Brainard has been told not to proceed with the demolition order until further notice, Mayor Robert Vanlandingham said. Stephens also gave

the board updates on several other homes around the city that it ordered be demolished. Work on an apartment building at 213 E. Hill Street, ordered demolished late last year following a May 2013 fire that heavily damaged most of the structure, is scheduled to begin Feb. 24. Stephens also has given contractors notices to proceed to demolish structures at 429 W. Main St., 1060 Stitt St. and 306 N. Carroll St. The contractors, Stephens said, have to send a 10-day notice to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management of plans to raze the structures. Vanlandingham also noted that, under new IDEM guidelines, the homes have to undergo a test for asbestos. “Every house has to be tested prior to demolition, “ Stephens told the board. “We did that

prior to demolition. The ones that came back positive were Hill Street, West Main and North Carroll. “We have to have a licensed contractor approved by IDEM to remove the asbestos. We have two of the three houses completed.” Removal at the Hill Street complex is about 90 percent complete and will be finished prior to demolition. Board member Greg Metz said the city needs to make sure to add the cost of asbestos removal is added into the demolition cost. “So when we file liens against the property, we get the full amount, including the TIP fees, the demolition costs and the incidentals.” Va n l a n d i n g h a m said when city officials begin discussing the 2016 budget they will have to consider increasing the demolition costs.

Local soldier critically ill in D.C. hospital By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com A local family is in Washington, D.C., to be reunited with their son, a former Northfield star athlete who is fighting for his life after taking ill while serving with the U.S. Army in Kuwait. Joseph Ross, 19, was flown to Germany from his military base in Kuwait after coming down with a mysterious illness in recent days. On Sunday, he became stable enough to be flown

from Germany to Washington where he will undergo further treatment. He arrived in Washington and is improving, family members said. He is no longer on a ventilator, they added on their Facebook page. After treatment in Washington, he will next be sent to Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, for further treatment. Doctors believe Ross came down with some type of bacterial infection, his mother, Jill Ross, told The Paper of Wabash County. Mrs. Ross and her husband, Joe, are in Washington to be with their son. “He was supposed to come home in the next week,” Mrs. Ross said in a telephone interview on Thursday afternoon. “Everyone was getting excited to see him.” But on Wednesday

afternoon the family received word that Ross was in a coma and on a ventilator in the German hospital. “He’s on a ventilator and in critical condition,” Mrs. Ross said of her son. “At first they thought it was pneumonia, but now they don’t know what it is.” Doctors took cultures of his bronchial tubes and his lungs on Thursday, and the bacterial infection was confirmed on Friday. Mrs. Ross said she and her husband were ready to fly to Germany, if necessary. They received help from Sen. Dan Coats and U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski in arranging that transportation. A 2013 Northfield graduate, Ross played on the football team, wrestling team and was first baseman on the Norse baseball team.

Retraction On Feb. 19, 2015, Gary Hall notified The Paper of Wabash County that any statements implicating him in the disappearance of any women were false. The Paper now retracts all statements in its article implicating Gary Hall of any criminal activity.

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Local students create anti-abuse campaign Youth are part of Wabash, Southwood TADA program By The Paper staff Wabash and Southwood Teens Against Dating Abuse want community residents to recognize symbols like TADA and Hands of Hope through a poster campaign they are releasing this month as part of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Thanks to financial support from Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Inc., United Fund of Wabash County and C o m m u n i t y Foundation of Wabash County, the two TADA groups’ dreams became a reality. Over the next several weeks, members of the Wabash High School and Southwood High School TADA groups and Hands of Hope C o m m u n i t y E d u c a t i o n Coordinator Megan Long will be distributing various posters to local businesses, churches and organizations to display. Hands of Hope is a division of Family Service Society, Inc. The work began when Long met with the two TADA groups and found out who they would like displayed on the posters

and what message the teens wanted the community to see. “The key word is awareness,” said Zoe Payne, a Wabash High School TADA sophomore. “To integrate awareness into the community, to recognize the symbols, like TADA, Hands of Hope, numbers, websites, friendly faces that you can trust.” Ashley Ricketts, a senior at Southwood High School, added the importance of doing the poster campaign was, “to get everyone aware of the situation (dating violence) because it happens way more than people realize.” And, Taylor Fishback, a freshman at Southwood went on to say the posters are important, “to tell someone if they are being abused. There are people they can go

to, or numbers they can call, or websites to visit.” As to why the particular people were chosen for each poster, Rachel Adams, also a Wabash sophomore, added, “We all respect these people, from all aspects of the community. They

strive to bring out the best in others.” Caitlin Riggle a senior at Southwood said that those chosen to be on a poster, “are respected people in the community and respectful. People in TADA thought that they display what respect should be. “

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The last All-Star Team that Steve Furnas coached in 2011. Photo provided Field, and maybe most intelligent com- we just had a niche Kokomo would come petitors that I have where some very good The players in. ever had the honor to boys came through.” Throughout the Throughout the years, Furnas has “You have to enjoy coach with and years, all four high worked with hundreds baseball to show up against. and make an effort. But “Steve has always schools had baseball of youth. (the players) have cars; been a dedicated coach teams that either com“I don’t remember they’ve got girlfriends; and administrator. He peted in or won state all of my players, but they’ve got jobs. It just is one of the best of a championships. the reason is, in Legion “Did I have some- ball, you might have 16, made it tough, so we dying breed. He is a disbanded in ’04.” volunteer coach who thing to do with some 17, 18 guys all fired up About that time, the loved the game and of that?” he asked. to play when their Mid-America Baseball wanted to instill the “Maybe a small part. (high school) season Maybe I had a kid for a ends, then you don’t Association began same in his own son.” playing in Wabash City Wagner said Furnas year or two.” see them again” he Furnas tried to said. “Of the four Park at the former had a unique blend Babe Ruth Diamond. when it came to coach- advance his love and schools we have, there knowledge of the game might have been a kid Furnas approached ing. League President Bill “He was a strict dis- whenever he could. He who was a starting Barrows about coach- ciplinarian, yet he let has attended numerous quarterback in high clinics school, then he was the ing. the kids go out and coaching “MABA lasted two have fun, too,” Wagner throughout the years, point guard on the basand always tried to ketball team and a years, and the Little said. pick up knowledge and pitcher for the baseball League absorbed that coaching tips when he team.” league and made it the Wabash’s could. Junior-Senior League,” But, Furnas admits, baseball “You’ve got three feet the biggest thing he is Furnas said, which is tradition of snow on the ground, going to miss is the where he remained Wabash and Wabash and someone has a kids. until his retirement. Barrows said he has County have always clinic,” he said. “You “Especially the kids nothing but respect for had strong baseball pay your money, show who really want to up and learn a little bit. learn,” he said. “Youth Furnas and his efforts programs. “It started before the You’re always picking coaching is just trying over the past 30 years. “Steve is a guy that I time we were sealing something up if you to do your best to develhave always had a huge our drive,” Furnas said want to learn. There’s op something about amount of respect for,” of the area’s baseball always great guys that kid. “I’m not going Barrows said. “He is legacy. “The coaching, you’re with that want (continued on page 5) one of the fiercest and the way it was set up … to do the right thing.”

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of a (Babe Ruth) team, the Phillies,” Furnas said. “I was the manager of an all-star team three years in a row. We had a lot of fun. I was league president down there, too.” Then when his son began playing American Legion baseball, Furnas joined manager Oren Wagner as a coach. “I stayed with Oren 11 years,” Furnas said. “My son got out of high school and enrolled at Ball State, and I just stayed with it. We had a lot of fun together.” But in 2004, when it began harder to get players due to other commitments, the American Legion team disbanded. “One of the reasons it fell apart was because all the schools around are 1A or 2A,” Furnas said. “All the coaches wanted their kids to be doing other stuff, and we’d be wanting them to play baseball. The football coaches wanted them lifting. The basketball coaches wanted them in the gym shooting. “That’s one of the things I respected about a lot of the boys. You might play on Saturday, a double header in South Bend, then the next day you might be down in Anderson. Then you would have a midweek game, then come back around and the next weekend you would play on Chris Rood

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The assistant coach and the head coach got into an argument and the assistant coach walked off. “So the parents are in shock and my wife starts doing this,” he continued, moving his elbow in a jabbing motion. “Afterward, I told the coach ‘If you need some help, if you want my help, I’ll help you.’ That’s how it all started.” It continued to proceed from there. As the younger Furnas advanced through the baseball ranks, so did coach Furnas. He worked his way through the Little League system and into the Babe Ruth League. “I was the manager

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his son, Derek, actually began playing. “It was in 1983 when the Wabash 12-year-old Little League All-Stars were playing up in Michigan,” he recalled. “My wife and I were out sealing our driveway. We were listening to Bill Rogge broadcast the game on the radio. “We got all done, and I told my wife, ‘Wouldn’t that be cool if one day our son had that opportunity?’” The following year, the Furnas and his wife, Vicki, registered their son for T-Ball. “I didn’t sign up to be a coach; I was just a parent,” the elder Furnas said. “The very first game we did … the other team really showed us how to play.

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from 8 a.m. to noon. One concern that Martin addressed was the need to verify that the LaFontaine poll workers have no family ties to the seven town council candidates. “With LaFontaine being such a small community and having seven candidates on the ballot, we must take extra care that none of the poll workers are related to any of the candidates,” Martin said. “All poll workers sign their oath that states they are not related to a candidate, but we want to be double checking that when we line up the poll workers.” The five polling locations for this year’s primary were

also confirmed at the meeting. Wellbrooke of Wabash, Zion Lutheran Church, and First Methodist Church will host the voting for Wabash City’s elections on Election Day on May 5. Voting hours will be 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. In North Manchester, citizens will be able to vote at the Public Safety Building on Election Day, and, for early voting, at Timbercrest on April 25 or at the Peabody R e t i r e m e n t Community on May 2. LaFontaine’s location was not yet finalized. The board will conduct its public test of polling machines at 9 a.m. on March 11.

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Furnas retires after 30 years of coaching youth baseball... continued from page 4 to sit here and say it’s all about coaches and their record. I don’t know what my record is.” Furnas expected certain things from his players. “I wanted them to show up in a clean uniform,” he said. “And I wanted them to show up ready to go and play hard. “As a youth coach I never worried about wins or losses. I would rather lose 3-2 than win 16-15. That’s telling me the 3-2 game you’re playing good defense, you’re throwing strikes. In the 16-15 game, there are probably a lot of errors and a lot of walks.” While not worried about wins or losses, there was one thing

that Furnas and most youth coaches were concerned about. “If, at the end of the year, you have one or two parents pull you aside and say, ‘Wow, thanks for doing what you’re doing,’ you feel good.” Furnas also believed that everyone in uniform should get a chance to play. “How can a kid get better if he doesn’t play?” he asked. “You might get a kid who is very marginal with a talent. You get a kid who can run, throw, field hit and hit with power – if you can do all those things you’re headed to the Major Leagues. “Some kids are lacking those skills. You’ve got to work with them.

You’ve got to make them better. “My goal is always to see those kids play as seniors in high school. Around here, you have that opportunity. If we were 4A (schools) a lot of kids would give it up, even though they might still love the game. You want to see them succeed.” Barrows believes Furnas taught those he coached more than just baseball. “In a 30-year labor of love, he touched a great number of young lives in this community using baseball as a vehicle to teach them about what life is all about,” Barrows said. “He was always true to himself and his beliefs. He didn’t tell you what you wanted to hear.

“He was realistic and hoped that being honest with kids, parents, other coaches and with administrators, that they would stop and realize that he was trying to get them to work harder, think clearer and attempt to perform better. “Leaders like Steve Furnas have old school values that should span generations.” Wagner agreed, noting “it takes a certain type” to dedicate themselves like Furnas did. “You don’t do anything like vacations or that type of thing.” “I was fortunate in that my my wife and family were pretty good about it and were interested in sports,” Wagner continued. “And Steve’s family

was the same way. “He was very dedicated to baseball and helping the local youth.”

Keeping things in perspective While his passion for baseball is a big as it’s ever been, Furnas reminds himself, and others, that it is just a game. That point was driven home in a chance meeting with a former player he had several years ago. “The boy played for me in Babe Ruth one season,” he said. “He didn’t come from a good home and he ended up out at White’s.” Several years ago he

Grants allow Heartland to expand programs ... continued from the front page the equipment needs directly tied to what is needed to earn Ivy Tech technical certification and industry recognized certification and credentials in the advanced manufacturing fields.” Of the $134,896, $83,000 will go toward the purchase of training equipment, lathes and mills, and $46,000 will go toward individual welding machines that provided instant feedback to their students through their welding helmets. This will help students make needed corrections while they practice their skills. “Actually, there’s a part in that second grant where there’s also about 2,000 available for some English and math scholarships for students,” Hobbs said. “We want to reiterate how fortunate enough we are to live in an area where our industry partners, school boards and superintendents of our communities support career and technical education and are willing to get involved and help student succeed,” he continued. Hobbs pointed out one example of that support, noting that Wabash MPI Carver donated three pieces of equipment valued at about $120,000 to HCC. “It is a true collaborative group,” Hobbs said. “I don’t know how it could have happened without each person being involved to the level they have been. Now we know we’ve got to get to work to get it installed and to get kids connected and

adults connected.” Gary Gatman of Northeast Indiana Works further explained how the grants would help HCC. “There’s an opportunity now with all this new equipment and all of the restructuring that’s here to do not only high schools students but adult workers as well,” he said. “We have every intention in investing our training dollars in this facility as well to the betterment of the employers in the community, many of which have been partners in this process.” M a n c h e s t e r Community Schools Superintendent Dr. Bill Reichhart praised all involved with the grant process. “I think it’s huge for Heartland to be able to partner with our local businesses in Wabash County,” he said. “The winners, in my opinion, are the students of Wabash County. “Speaking for the kids in Manchester, it’s going to give us a chance to get kids interested in manufac-

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turing and some engineering as well. They’ll be able to come down here and be exposed to some brand new machinery that they’ll be able to operate and train on, with the goal being that they can get a job in the workforce upon graduation. So, it’s a great thing for Wabash County. Wabash City Schools Superintendent Jason Callahan echoed Reichhart’s remarks. “One of the things we’ve been trying to do is raise that cultural value of educational attainment in Wabash County,” he said. “This goes a long way in doing that. We know Wabash County is only at about 26 percent of our workforce have a degree or high level of certification. The goal is, by 2025, to be at 60 percent, so we have quite a lot of work ahead of us. “So this is going to help quite a bit.” He also praised Hobbs and other HCC officials’ efforts “to remove the stigma of Heartland Career Center. “We started taking

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was at a store in Marion when the young man in question rounded the corner with his wife. “He walked up to me and said, ‘Hi, coach.’ He introduced me to his wife. He was working and had to be in his mid 20s by then. We chatted for a bit, then I wished him well and we went on our ways.” Furnas learned about eight months later that the young man’s marriage had failed, and he took his own life. “I’ve been putting things into perspective ever since,” he said. “Some kids you can get in their face like a drill sergeant. Some you have to just pat on the back. “The bottom line is you just hope they all grow up to be good, productive adults, whether they’re around here or wherever they’re at.”

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Douglas Shannon, Robotics, Computers & Electronic Technology instructor at Heartland Career Center, discusses changes he would like to see in the classroom area at the Center, thanks in part to several grants the school received. Photo by Joseph Slacian kids to the Steamfitter apprenticeships makand Pipefitter’s union ing $36 an hour, when hall for a college visit. you can come out of We call it a college visit college with a four-year because we want to degree and end up remove that stigma of being a barista at the career center’s Starbucks. pathway as being infe“I think goes a long rior to other pathways. way in starting to shift “In fact, you can end that paradigm that up making more vocational school is money. You can come inferior to other types out of some of those of education.”

Furnas doesn’t hide his love for the game. “The best thing about baseball, to me, is it’s the greatest team sport ever,” he said. He turns to another sport, basketball, to prove his point. “Do you know why basketball was invented?” he asks. “Dr. James Naismith invented basketball so baseball players could keep in shape over the winter. He wanted his baseball players to stay in shape and to stay inside.” He continues to praise the game. “Name me another sport that has a term in it in which you’re giving yourself up for the game – the sacrifice,” Furnas said. “I just love it – college, high

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“I’ve got a lot of things going on,” he said about his life without youth baseball. “My grandkids are getting older. I want to see some things. I have a grandson who is a distant runner at Franklin Central. He runs track and crosscountry. I have a granddaughter who is a softball player at Hamilton Southeastern. She’s a freshman this year. Hopefully she’ll make the team and I can watch some softball. “My youngest grandson started T-ball last year. That was fun to watch. You have to give those coaches a hand. That’s like herding squirrels. (The players) are just all over the place.” He also hopes to watch others he knows play. “The last all-star team I coached was in 2011,” he said. “Those boys are seniors now and I want to follow how they do. I’ll probably send them a note wishing them the best of luck. “In Oren’s case, I’ve had the privilege of coaching his two grandsons. One of them will be a senior this year, so I want to make sure I see some of his games.” Furnas is selfemployed as the coowner of Heartland Restaurant Equipment Service.” “So many a times at three o’clock in the afternoon I’ll swing by Indiana Wesleyan, or Taylor, or Manchester, or Huntington … I’ll swing in there and watch a game. “Who knows, I might see someone I coached.”

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River watershed and lies within portions of Boone, Hendricks and Marion counties in central Indiana. “The collaborative goal is to ensure people and wildlife have clean, safe water,” said Hardisty. “Water quality improvement takes time, but by working together and leveraging our technical and financial assistance, we are better able to help farmers and ranchers take voluntary actions in improving water quality while maintaining or improving agricultural productivity.” Eligible landowners will receive assistance under the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) for installing conservation systems that help avoid, trap and control run-off in these high-priority watersheds. Practices include nutrient management, cover crops, conservation cropping systems, filter strips, and others. All applications for funding consideration, during this fiscal year, must be received by March 20, 2015.

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URBANA LITTLE LEAGUE NEWS: For the first time in many years, the Urbana Lions Club is sponsoring the Urbana Little League program. Directors for the program are John Eltzroth, 260-774-8133, and John Lehner 260563-1232. Those who did not get signed up to play on Feb. 14, should contact one of the directors. Coaches at this point are Sam Watkins, Nathan Haupert, and Mark Miller. Players are still

needed for Tee-Ball (ages 5 and 6) and Coaches Pitch (ages 7 and 8). The Little League team could use 3 or 4 more players. At this point there are nine signed up. Anyone else interested in coaching or helping in any way, please call John or John. SHARP CREEK WILDCAT PRIDE WINNERS drawn on Feb. 13 were Dean Elzy who was nominated by Mr. Nevil for helping another student in music class and Hunter Barton who was nominated by Mrs. Dale for always using manners and saying “Thank You” to the cooks each day SHARP CREEK DATES: Feb. 26 Math Bowl competition at Northfield High School. March 2 - ISTEP Applied Skills testing. March 6 - End of third nine weeks. Grades will be posted

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by 8 a.m. on March 10. Reports will go home on March 11. March 12 is eLearning Day No.4. March 20 School will be in session as make up day No.3. March 20 Metro/Sharp Creek PTO Carnival at Sharp Creek from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. THE 7th/8th GRADE ISTEP TESTING window is March 2 - 20. It is very important that students are in attendance on testing days. Parents please avoid scheduling any appointments or excused absences during this time. 21ST CENTURY SCHOLARS: The 21st Century Scholars is a statewide initiative that “strives to make college accessible to all Indiana students.” For a student to qualify he/she must be a 7th or 8th grade students, fulfill the 21st Century Scholars Pledge which

RACE WINNERS: Pictured are the Jan. 17 ECHO car racing winners: Michael Schlemmer (2nd place), ECHO Track Office Lion Michael Snell, and Preston Schlemmer (3rd place.) Not pictured was first place winner Tori Plath. These car races are sponsored by the Urbana Lions Club for any youth 9 and older and are held the second third Saturdays of January, February and March. For more information call 260By Appointment Tuesday - Saturday 774-3665. Photo pro489 Bond St. (Stitt St. Entrance) vided

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includes pledging to remain drug and alcohol free and maintain a 6.5 GPA in high school, and meet income eligibility requirements. To find out more go to www.scholars.in.gov. Applications must be submitted online. One

of Northfield’s guidance counselors will be glad to answer any questions you may have. JUNIOR/SENIOR PROM is April 25. A Post Prom Committee is busy planning an exciting After Prom event for Northfield

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officers prepared the meal. President Gina Cussen opened the evening with a welcome, and Pastor Wayne Balmer offered the prayer before the meal. Pastor Balmer presented a lesson to those present about the season leading up to Lent and what they could do to prepare for the Lenten season. He related how the Christian year developed and how Holy Week came about. Lent is a time for training, learning, and study. He shared that Easter is a good time for

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rededication, and a time to grow closer to God. Preparations are being made for the annual Chicken Noodle Dinner, which will be held from 4-7 p.m. March 14 in the church fellowship hall. Children under age 3 will eat free. The dinner will include a full meal, desserts and soft serve ice cream. The next meeting of the Methodist Women will be held March 11 in the home of Bev Richardson. THE ROANN FIRE DEPARTMENT annual, all-

you-can-eat grilled tenderloin dinner will be held at the Roann Community Building on 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feb.28, Hot dogs are available for the children. Children age 5 and under eat free! Carry-outs are available Thank you for supporting the Roann Volunteer Fire Department. THIS YEAR’S GATHERING of the Roann Alumni will be April 17. The dinner and program will be at the Roann United Methodist Church. Anyone who attended the Roann

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who would like to attend. YOU CAN KEEP IN TOUCH WITH NORTHFIELD activities by going to the Northfield Facebook page and clicking on “Like.” PRAYER CONCERNS: Please add the family and friends of DeWayne Monce who died on Feb. 12, the family and friends of Harold Metzger who died on Feb. l9, and continue to remember Gene Miller, Gladys Hall (55 Mission Drive, Apt. 104, Indianapolis, IN 46214-5918), Steve Gaston, Donna Russell, Jane Winebrenner, Jo Anne and Roscoe Weaver, Ardis Witkoske, Marguerite Baker, Sandy Haupert, Don

McNabney, and Lillian Maurer. B R E A K FA S T BUNCH met at Pam’s Cafe on Feb. 18 with the following people present: Larry and Nancy Meyer, Carol Layne, Marvin and Mary Ann Mat, John and Darla Eads, Alma DeVore, Helen Dawes, and Karen Goebel. CARD SHOWER NEEDED: Gene Miller has a birthday on Feb. 27 and an anniversary on March 4. He is doing rehabilitation from a recent back surgery and would love to hear from people. Birthday, anniversary, or Thinking of You cards and/or notes can be sent to him at Room 314, Autumn Ridge, 600 Washington St., Wabash, IN 46992. He also loves to have peo-

ple stop in. BIRTHDAYS: Feb. 26 - Peggy Dilling. Feb. 27 - Stephanie April (Maurer) Dimarzio, Phil Dale, Melissa Eads. Feb. 28 - Dan Eads, Andrew Miller. March 1 Michele Baer, Chris Krom. March 2 - Zac DeVore. March 3 Robert B. Hamilton, Allis Carrothers. Mar. 4 - Fred Hoover, Ted Biehl, Allison Jervis, Judy Rice. A N N I V E R SARIES: Leap Year Anniversary (Feb. 29) Jerry and Lana Long. March 4 Gene and Julie Miller. NEWS ITEMS and/or pictures may be sent to me at 1906 N 100 W, Wabash, IN 46992-7732 or emailed to me at mamast1906@comcast.net.

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entered the roadway and was struck. At 7:23 p.m., a vehicle driven by Jerry L. Proffitt, 50, Wabash, was westbound on SR 124 when he came over a hill and saw approximately five deer in the roadway. He was unable to avoid collision and struck one deer.

Thelma M. Jones, 77 Born in Wabash Jan. 30, 1938-Feb. 14, 2015 Thelma Marie Jones, 77, of Indianapolis, died on Feb. 14, 2015, with her family by her side. She was born in Wabash on Jan. 30, 1938, the daughter of Marcus and Anna Mae Hansing. She moved to Indianapolis after her marriage to the late Lewis Lee Jones in 1968. Thelma always maintained a positive and cheerful attitude despite suffering numerous health problems throughout her life. She is survived by her three children, Elizabeth Anne (Edward James) Kiernan, Patricia Jo Kenworthy, Lewis Scott Jones; two grandchildren, Marcus David O’Haver and Dustin Lee Wallace; and three sisters, Jo Anne (John) Votaw, Florida, Bertie (Dave) Schuler, Roann, and Mona (Wayne) Rees, Wabash. Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband, and a brother and sister-in-law, Leonard and Pat Trinkle. Graveside services were Feb. 17, 2015, in Calvary Cemetery, 435 W. Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Arrangements were entrusted to G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home, 5141 Madison Ave., Indianapolis. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.ghherrmann.com

John W. “Jack” Miller, 87 Longtime business owner Nov. 21, 1927 – Feb. 18, 2015

John W. “Jack” Miller, 87, of Wabash, died at 10:55 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Nov. 21, 1927, in Wabash, Indiana to William Dwayne and Mary Elizabeth (Holderman) Miller. Jack was a 1946 graduate of Lafayette Jeff High School, and attended Purdue University, where he lettered in track. Jack was a U.S. Army veteran. He married Mary Alice Goodlander on Aug. 12, 1950, in Wabash, she died Sept. 17, 2011. Jack was the founder and co-owner of Miller Furniture in Wabash, which opened in 1954, with his business partner Hubert G. Vrooman. He retired from the business in 1994. He was a longtime member of the Presbyterian Church in Wabash, where he served as elder, deacon, Sunday school teacher, and also enjoyed singing in the choir. Jack was a member and past-president of the Wabash Kiwanis Club. He served on the Wabash Community Service Board, the Peabody Foundation Board, and the Falls Cemetery Board. He also was a member of the John Purdue Club. He is survived by four children, John W. (Diane) Miller, Jr., Susie (Peter) Swanson, Annie Adams, and Charles (Linda) Miller, all of Wabash; five grandchildren, John W. (Andrea) Miller III of Chicago, Laura Miller and her fiancé, Michael Sklut, of Chicago, Andrew Swanson of Indianapolis, Mollie Swanson of Chicago, and Chloe Miller of Bloomington. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Richard “Dick” Miller, and granddaughter, Ellie Schlemmer. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, at Wabash Presbyterian Church, 123 W. Hill St., Wabash, with the Rev. Jonathan Cornell officiating. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 2 - 7 pm Friday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Preferred memorial is Wabash Presbyterian Church. The memorial guest book for Jack may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

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Feb. 14 At 11:17 a.m., a vehicle driven by Jeri K. Hubler, 23, Wabash, was driving east on SR 16 when Hubler lost control due to roadway conditions and exited the roadway, traveled down a steep hill, collided with a large culvert, and came to rest in deep water. Hubler was able to exit his vehicle. At 1:02 p.m., a vehicle driven by Tyler D. Gipson, 19, North Manchester, was traveling east on SR 114 during white-out conditions when he collided with an eastbound vehicle driven by Ronald A. Karg, Jr., 57, North Manchester. At 1:52 p.m., a vehicle driven by Jessica L. Patterson, 39, Peru, was westbound on US 24 during white-out conditions when she was struck from

behind by a vehicle driven by Zachary T. Speckman, 28, Fort Wayne. After the initial collision, Patterson was then struck from behind again by a vehicle driven by Kenneth F. Crook, 61, Peru. At 7:40 p.m., a vehicle driven by Rhonda K. Chittick, 54, Wabash, was traveling west on SR 124 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. At 8:40 p.m., a vehicle driven by Donna R. Shuck, 35, Rochester, was traveling west on SR 114 when the vehicle exited the roadway into a ditch and rolled onto its top. Feb. 15 At 8:21 a.m., a vehicle driven by Richard W. Greene, 24, Liberty Mills, was northbound on Main Street

Donna F. Easthom, 66 Wabash Magnetics retiree Feb. 2, 1949-Feb. 16, 2015 Donna F. Easthom, 66, of Wabash, passed away at 2:41 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 16, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born to the late Walter Cox and Louise (Edmond) Cox Hill on Feb. 2, 1949 in Harlan, Ky. She is survived by three sons, two daughters, a brother, a sister, 16 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Lisa Hernandez and Teresa Cox both of Wabash, Indiana; brother, Bill Cox of Peru, Indiana; sister, Dolly Hubbard of Wabash, Indiana; 16 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Visitation and funeral services were Friday, Feb. 20, 2015, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992. Burial will follow in the Friends Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Charles E. Flora, 95 Employed at Woodcraft Co. Jan. 11, 1920 – Feb. 19, 2015 Charles E. Flora, 95, North Manchester, died at 3:25 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015, in St. Joseph Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was born Jan. 11, 1920 in Mennomonie, Wis., to Abraham and Clara M. (Metzger) Flora. On May 17, 1941 he married Ruth E. Karn. She died July 26, 2007. He is survived by three sons, a daughter, nine grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Services were Sunday, Feb. 22, in the Old German Baptist B rethren Church, State Road 13 N, North Manchester. Visitation was Saturday at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com

when he attempted to turn into an alley and the accelerator malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to strike a block building. Feb. 16 At 4:02 p.m., a vehicle driven by Bradley P. Wuestenfeld, 45, South Elgin, was eastbound on U.S. 24 when he advised offers he was reaching for a pen and struck a vehicle driven by Sara Hernandez, 60, Urbana, from behind causing Hernandez’s vehicle to exit the roadway and roll. At 6:57 p.m., a vehicle driven by Ronnie A. Coots, 42, Lagro, was westbound on CR 250 South when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. Feb. 19 At 11:5 a.m., a vehicle driven by Matthew W. Poe, 44, Claypool, was driving south on CR 400 West when the vehicle plowed into a snow drift causing Poe to lose control of his vehicle and collide with a utility pole. Citations Jan. 29 Highley E. Devine, 33, Harford City, operating without finan-

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Feb. 11 Justin M. Ballenger, 24, Wabash, driving while suspended infraction and no financial responsibility. Feb. 13 Tiffany A. Hall, 17, Silver Lake, speeding, 73 in 55. Damion M. Llabaugh, 18, Claypool, speeding, 69 in 55. Benjamin J. Crider, 29, New Castle, speeding 70 in 55. Christian G. Hall, 17, speeding, 69 in 55.

Feb. 14 Jessica L. Patterson, 39, Peru, prior operation without financial responsibility.

Bookings Jimmy J. C. Bargo, 38, Huntington, felony petition to revoke probation for unlawful possession of a syringe. Jonathan S. Sledge, 32, Wabash, felony revocation of probation for possession of controlled substance. Barbara R. Franklin, 42, Wabash,

Helen E. Tyler, 89 Salvation Army volunteer July 13, 1925 – Feb. 14, 2015

Helen E. Tyler, 89, Peru, went home to be with the Lord at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2015, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Born July 13, 1925, in Akron, she was the daughter of Ben and Maranda Sopher Glassburn. On Aug. 30, 1947, in Miami County, Indiana, she was married to John H. Tyler, Sr., and he preceded her in death on Jan. 14, 1980. Helen was a member of the First Assembly of God. She loved crossword puzzles, word searches, and volunteering at the Salvation Army. Survivors include her four children, a stepson, 17 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchild. Funeral services were Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015, at First Assembly of God, Peru, Indiana with Pastor E. J. Litherland and Chaplain Virgil Barker officiating. Burial will be in Ever-Rest Memorial Park, Cass County. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, was in charge of arrangements.

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Wabash Police Department Accidents Feb. 13 At 5:06 p.m., a vehicle driven by Nathan R. Napier, 29, Wabash, was headed south on North Cass Street when he was unable to break in time and collided with a vehicle driven by Kristen E. Lovell, 30, Spencer. Feb. 14 At 1:05 p.m., a vehicle driven by Nathan A. Bever, 34, Wabash, was plowing snow for the City of Wabash headed south on Spring Street and attempted to stop at the stop sign at the intersection of Spring Street and Walnut Street. Due to snowy road conditions, Bever was unable to stop and collided with a vehicle driven by Leona Grier, 40, Wabash.

Feb. 17 At 10:28 a.m., a vehicle driven by Jarred L. Eib, 30, Marion,

Feb. 19 At 1:59 p.m., a vehicle driven by Elizabeth R. Jefferson, 33, Fishers, was backing out of a residence on the south side of Columbus Street when she told officers she hit a patch of ice and slid into a parked vehicle. Citations Feb. 13 Alexis G. Hilton, 18, North Manchester, conversion. Rebekah S. Landes, 18, North Manchester, conversion. Christopher M.

McAleavey, 18, North Manchester, conversion. Nathan R. Napier, 29, Wabash, no financial responsibility.

Feb. 14 A 16 year old Wabash male, incorrigibility. William A. Church, 43, Wabash, driving while suspended prior. Jonathan Sledge, 32, Wabash, possession of controlled substance. Feb. 15 Barbara R. Franklin, 42, Wabash, driving while suspended prior. A 17 year old Hartford City male, illegal possession of a handgun. Feb. 19 Audie Gant, 34, Wabash, domestic bat-

tery. Lori R. Anderson, 38, Wabash, domestic battery.

Laurel Ruppert, 20, North Manchester, collided in the 2200 block of East Street.

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Accidents Feb. 14 At 12:41 a.m., vehicles driven by Aubrey J. West, 19, Denver, and Brock E. Newton, 22, Kokomo, collided on SR 13 near Meridian Road. At 11:13 a.m., vehicles driven by William R. Freels, 44, North Manchester and Tiana G. Maclin, 20, Markleville, collided on SR 13 near Beckley Street. Feb. 14 At 3:55 p.m., vehicles driven by Lisa Sattison, 38, Columbia City, and

Harold Strange, 83 U.S. Army veteran July 29, 1931 – Feb. 17, 2015 Harold D. Strange, 83, of rural Lagro, died at 3:09 am, Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015 at Parkview Wabash Hospital. He was born July 29, 1931 in Chauncey, Ill. to J. Frank and Bessie (Rosborough) Strange. Harold was a US Army Veteran serving in the Korean Conflict. He married Floretta L. Anderson in Warren, on July 7, 1953. He worked for General Motors in Marion 26 years retiring in 1988. Harold was a member of the Lagro United Methodist Church, the Hanna Masonic Lodge in Wabash, and the Lagro American Legion. He enjoyed going to church and church activities, especially Kids Club. He used to walk around Lagro and hand out money to local children. Harold had a great sense of humor and was a dedicated father, grandfather, great grandfather and husband. He is survived by his wife, Floretta L. Strange of Lagro, five children, Linda (Rick) Baker of Lagro, Sally (Joe) Meyer and Mick (Sharon) Strange, both of Wabash, Sam (Sheryl) Strange of Lagro, and Joe (Debbie) Strange of Wesley Chapel, Fla., brother, Charles Clyde Strange of Wabash, sister, Frances Norman of Wabash, sister-in-law, Millie Strange of Wabash, a brother-in-law Ed (Sue) Anderson of Centerville; 12 grandchildren Jared (Amber) Lange, Josh Lange, Jama Lange, Indie Meyer, Mason (Shelby) Meyer, Courtney (Ben) Backer, Erin Strange, Kimberly Strange, Jason Baker, Tammy (Jason) Truman, Tyler Strange, and Christopher Wilcox; five great-grandchildren Jacob, Jonah, and Jaden Truman, and Phoenix and Zayne Meyer, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Richard, and his twin brother, Carroll Strange. Funeral services Friday at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with the Rev. Rick Borgman officiating. Burial will be in Lagro Cemetery, Lagro. Preferred memorial is Lagro United Methodist Church or Lagro United Methodist Kids Club. The memorial guest book for Harold may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Arrests Feb. 14 At 11:13 p.m., Ethan P. Fletcher, 22, North Manchester, arrested for operating while intoxicated, possession of paraphernalia, operating while suspended, infraction, and possession of synthetic or lookalike substance. Feb. 17 At 8:19 p.m., Stephen L. Keirn, 37, North Manchester, arrested for warrant for failure to appear to testify.

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Feb. 18 At 4:37 p.m., Baylor A. Jones, 21, North Manchester, arrested on warrant for failure to appear on a possession of marijuana charge. Feb. 19 At 4:50 p.m., Angel N. Shepherd, 27, Roann, arrested on a warrant for conversion.

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March is Red Cross month By The Paper staff March is Red Cross Month. To help celebrate the month, officials are encouraging others to give blood sometime during the month. On Thursday, March 5, a blood drive is planned from noon to 6 p.m. at the North Manchester Church of the Brethren, 1306 N. Beckley St., North Manchester. The need for blood is constant, Red Cross officials note. The Red Cross depends on blood donor heroes in communities across the nation to collect enough blood to meet the needs of patients at approximately 2,600 hospitals nationwide. Donors with all blood types are needed, particularly those with types O negative, A negative and B negative. Donors should bring their donor card or some other form of identification. Without identification, donors will be unable to donate blood. In Indiana, youth 16 years of age and older are now eligible to donate blood, as long as they have a Red Cross consent form signed by their parents. Those wishing to schedule an appointment may call 800-448-3543. Walk-ins also are welcome.

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Ivy Tech to host Monopoly Night By The Paper staff Ivy Tech Community College’s Wabash Campus will cap its 2015 scholarship fund drive Friday, March 27, when it holds its annual Monopoly Game Night S c h o l a r s h i p Fundraiser at the Wabash County REMC building, 350 Wedcor Ave. in Wabash. The family-friendly event begins at 6 p.m. and will feature Poole’s pulled-pork dinner, a silent auction, a dessert auction and a friendly onehour Monopoly competition among friends and family at each table. Results of the fund drive, topped off by all proceeds from the Monopoly Game Night fundraiser, will be announced at the conclusion of the evening. Ivy Tech Wabash officials announced late last year an effort to raise at least $60,000 to help deserving students at Ivy Tech’s Wabash Campus reach their educational goals. At that time, representatives of the Pauline Barker Educational Trust pledged the trust would match up to $20,000 in donations to the major scholarship fund drive. “We are looking for-

ward to a great Monopoly Night and revealing the results of this campaign,” said Pam Guthrie, executive director of the Wabash Campus. “With our tremendous campaign committee of Wabash County leaders, the support of the community has been amazing.” A committee that includes Annalee Benedict, Dr. John “Hap” and Jane Dragoo, Howard Halderman and Jay Vandeburg, along with Guthrie, Ivy Tech faculty member Jerry Perkins, and Ivy Tech Kokomo Region Resource Development executive director Kelly Karickhoff has headed the campaign up. Chuck Huffman of the Trust Division at First Merchants Bank, representative of the Pauline Barker Educational Trust, said the matching grant continues the trust’s longtime support of Ivy Tech in Wabash County. Tickets for the Monopoly Game Night fundraiser are $25 each and are available through the Ivy Tech website at www.ivytech.edu/kok omo/monopoly.html . For more information about Monopoly Game Night, call 260563-8828.

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Feb. 22 At 12:37 p.m., 300 block of North Mill Street for medical assistance. Land Transfers

Cloyd J. and Shirley A. Mast to Jeffrey A. and Rebecca L. Mast, trust deed. Michael R. McDaniel, Rachael L. McDaniel, and Rachael L. Anderson to Michael R. and Rachael L. McDaniel,

quitclaim deed. Robert L. Lester to Robert L. and Lesa Lester, quitclaim deed. Wabash County Auditor to Rebecca Glass, tax title deed. Town of LaFontaine to James

Harold Metzger, 88 U.S. Army veteran Sept. 6, 1926 – Feb. 19, 2015

Harold C. Metzger, 88, of Wabash, died at 9:50 am, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. He was born Sept. 6, 1926, on the family farm south of Wabash, to Charles Leslie and Ruth (Bayles) Metzger. Harold was a 1944 graduate of Somerset High School, enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War II, serving from 1945-1947, and then attended Purdue University one year. Harold moved back to Wabash County and began farming in the spring of 1954, and was a lifelong farmer and lover of the land. He first married Margaret Marie Stouffer in Wabash on May 7, 1950; she died August 14, 1992. He then married Ruth (Reed) Long at Peoria Church on May 29, 1994; she died May 19, 1996. He married Georgia (Shumaker) Niccum in LaFeria, Texas on January 9, 1998. Since 1998, Harold and Georgia spent winters in Weslaco, Texas at the Siesta Retirement Village. Harold was active in a group that played shuffleboard competitively. He enjoyed the game, his partners and the friendships made through competition. He is survived by his wife, Georgia Metzger of Wabash; three children, Susan Metzger of Evanston, Ill., Debra Metzger Weitzman of Corvallis, Ore., and Daniel (Latheda) Metzger of Wabash, four stepchildren, Tom (Deb) Niccum of Wabash, Tim (Sheri) Niccum of Buckeye, Ariz., Debra (Randy) Selvage of Avondale, Ariz., and Lori (Jeff) Hileman of Wabash; six grandchildren, 13 stepgrandchildren, three great-grandchildren, 19 great-stepgrandchildren, and his brother, Francis Metzger of North Manchester. He was also preceded in death by his parents, son, Michael Metzger, and 2 sisters, Velda Stout, and Nova McClure. Funeral services were Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with David Phillips officiating. Burial will be in Friends Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was Monday at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Wabash-Miami Home Healthcare and Hospice. The memorial guest book for Harold may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Paul D. “Wally” Lambert, 68 Avid racing fan Nov. 12, 1946 –Feb. 15, 2015

Paul R. “Wally” Lambert, 68, North Manchester, died Sunday, Feb. 15, 2015 at 9:25 p.m. in his residence. He was born Nov. 12, 1946, in Wabash, to Earl R. and Anna M. (Troder) Lambert. He was employed with Manchester Foundry as a molder for 35 years and then worked at Whitley Manufacturing for eight years. He retired in 2009. He was an avid racing fan and loved cars, spending time with his children and grandchildren and building racecars. He was a member of Congregational Christian Church, North Manchester. He is survived by one son, Kenneth Lambert, North Manchester; two daughters, Teresa (Terry) Fishback, Roann, and Joni (Eli) Helderman, Logansport; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A sister, Carol Hatfield, died in 1996. Family and friends called Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Services followed Thursday, at the mortuary. Pastor J. P. Freeman will officiate. Burial in Fairview Cemetery, Servia. For those who wish to honor the memory of Paul R. Lambert, memorial contributions may be given to Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut St., North Manchester, IN 46962. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com

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L. and Sandra S. Weaver, quitclaim deed. Sheriff of Wabash County Robert to Bank of New York Mellon, sheriff ’s deed. Fred W. Hoover and Judith H. Boyle to Mark L. Hoover, Gayle C. Basehoar, Jill G. Hoover, and Judith H. Boyle, trust deed. Winnie G. Hoover and Judith H. Boyle to Judith H. Boyle, Mark L. Hoover, Jill G. Hoover, and Gayle C. Basehoar, trust deed. Chad M. Vigar to Micheal Coldren, quitclaim deed. Saint Matthews United Church of Christ to Charles L. and Eileen M. Dye, corporate deed. Fletcher and Josephine M. Bozarth to Fletcher Bozarth, personal representation deed. Eldon and Marianne Fruitt to Wilmer R. and Janet A. Metzger, warranty deed. Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage AS to Frank and Melinda S. Drang, corporate deed. Larry Rager and Rager Trust to Todd S. Rager, trust deed. Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage AS to Dwight A. and Jennifer J. Wagoner, warranty deed. Riverdale Farms to Ellie Chenault, deed. Jeffrey T. and Gladys R. Biehl to Lawrence R. Hively, warranty deed. Dorothy J. Lundquist to Dorothy J. Lundquist and Lundquist Family Trust, quitclaim deed. Jerry D. Harris to Michael R. and Lisa R. Monroe, warranty deed. North Manchester Ethanol LLC and Poet Biorefining North Manchester to Heartland Rural Electric MEM, warranty deed. PHH Mortgage Corporation to Housing and Urban Development S., warranty deed.

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Betty J. Wilson, 84

Worked as Registered Nurse Feb. 12, 1931 – Feb. 13, 2015 Betty Jean Weaver Wilson, 84, of Marion, Ohio, died peacefully in her home after a long illness on Friday, Feb. 13, 2015, while in the care of her daughter Jennifer Trent and Marion General Hospice. She was born in Peru on Feb. 12, 1931, to Jacob James and Ruby Eloise (Whitworth) Weaver. Betty retired in 1996, as Registered Nurse from Marion General Hospital, Marion, Ohio where she spent over 25 years in the surgery unit, central supply and had the privilege of opening the first free clinic supported by Marion General Hospital. She was the first woman to serve and hold office on the Board of Big Brothers & Sisters in Marion County. She enjoyed her love of books, flowers, knitting, ceramics, cherished her animals and leaving behind her pup, Haas. Surviving are her children, Jennifer Trent (Tim McKinniss) of LaRue, Ohio, Sharon (Michael) Caldwell of Silverdale, Wash., James “Chris” (Kim) Wilson of Marion, Ohio; seven grandchildren, Adam Beatty of Seattle, Wash., Kristen Wilson of Williston, N.D., Arin (Vladi) Cuko of Seattle, Wash., Bryan Dunn of Marion, Ohio; Allyson Gruber (Craig) Tanner of Marion, Ohio, Arica Gruber of Marion, Ohio; five greatgrandchildren, Miah, Jaylynn, Ashlynn, Hunter and Colton; her nephew, William “Bill” Johnston of Arlington Heights, Ill.; along with great-nephews and great-nieces. Betty was preceded in death by her son, John Michael Wilson; her father, Jacob James Weaver; her mother, Ruby Eloise Weaver, and her sister Mary Louise Dybeck. A graveside service took place Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015, in the LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery in LaFontaine, will Pastor Tony Gualtieri officiating. Calling hours for family and friends took place Thursday at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main St., LaFontaine. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marion Area Humane Society, 2264 Richland Rd, Marion, Ohio 43302.

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Chambers to host Honor Student Luncheon By The Paper staff The Wabash County and North Manchester chambers of commerce will co-sponsor the 15th Annual Honor Student Luncheon on Thursday, April 23, at the Honeywell

Center, 275 W. Market St, Wabash. The luncheon will honor top graduating seniors from local M a n c h e s t e r, N o r t h f i e l d , Southwood, Wabash, Emmanuel and White’s high schools, and to have an oppor-

tunity to encourage local talent to return to their home county for employment opportunities during the summers or after graduation from their college experience. This is a small step in the effort to cultivate the “brain

Salamonie Preschool to offer “Tricky Tracks” By The Paper staff Preschool-age children and their adults are invited to Salamonie Preschool’s “Tricky Tracks” on March 11. The class will be offered from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and again from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at

Salamonie Interpretive Center in Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area, Andrews. Each program is designed to enhance the preschooler’s basic education, including learning letters, building a craft, social interaction with other children, and time out-

doors, always with a nature theme. The program fee is $2 per child. Advance registration is appreciated. Register by calling 260-468-2127. Upper Wabash Interpretive Services is at 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews, 46702.

gain” in Indiana, building our future workforce, organizers said. This event has been overwhelmingly successful over the past fourteen years. The chambers hope to build on this opportunity to meet and talk to our area’s finest young men and women. Students and businesses will be paired according to area of vocational interest for maximum networking opportunity, as well as offering the students the chance to gain keen insights into real world aspects of that particular area of business. Internships and sum-

mer employment opportunities will also be announced. Tyler Olsen, Wabash Middle School teacher, will be the keynote speaker. As an encouragement to have our students return and utilize their talents in Wabash County, Olsen will reflect on his time spent away from the Wabash area and his reasons for returning to the Wabash community. M a n c h e s t e r University will again serve as the luncheon’s Academic Sponsor, and MU President David McFadden will serve as emcee. Supporters of the

Honor Student Luncheon are encouraged to make reservations to attend and network with the students as well as sponsor student lunches. The cost is $30 per person or student sponsorship. Table sponsorships are available for $300. A table sponsorship includes signage at your table, four attendees, and four student sponsorships. Invitations were recently mailed to businesses and reservations are due by April 10. Registration is available at www.wabashchamber.org or you may contact either Chamber for more

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THE ROANN U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T Women met at the church on Feb. 11 in recognition of the “Call to Prayer and Self-Denial.” The officers prepared the meal. President Gina Cussen opened the evening with a welcome, and Pastor Wayne Balmer offered the prayer before the meal. Pastor Balmer presented a lesson to those present about the season leading up to Lent and what they could do to prepare for the Lenten season. He related how the Christian year developed and how Holy Week came about. Lent is a time for training, learning, and study. He shared

www.thepaperofwabash.com that Easter is a good time for rededication, and a time to grow closer to God. Preparations are being made for the annual Chicken Noodle Dinner, which will be held from 4-7 p.m. March 14 in the church fellowship hall. Children under age 3 will eat free. The dinner will include a full meal, desserts and soft serve ice cream. The next meeting of the Methodist Women will be held March 11 in the home of Bev Richardson. THE ROANN FIRE D E PA R T M E N T annual, all-you-caneat grilled tenderloin dinner will be held at the Roann Community Building on 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feb.28, Hot dogs are available for the children. Children age 5 and under eat free! Carry-outs are available Thank you for supporting the Roann Volunteer Fire Department. THIS YEAR’S GATHERING of the Roann Alumni will be April 17. The dinner and program will be at the Roann United

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visiting with him.” Miller also enjoyed the annual Christmas Eve luncheon for the business’ customers, Wampner noted. “He enjoyed planannual the ning Christmas Eve luncheon and enjoyed visiting with friends and c u s t o m e r s , ” Wampner said. “Last Christmas Eve was very special because we knew Jack was in poor health. But looking at him, you could tell he really enjoyed

himself there and at the 60th anniversary open house a few weeks earlier.” Many of Miller’s fellow Kiwanis Club members also have fond memories of him. a was “Jack remarkable person,” according to Judy Wabash Ward, Kiwanis Club president-elect. “He had at stories great Kiwanis. I haven’t been in the club quite as long as some other

people, but I’ve known him as kind of a community leader and I know he was very supportive and took an active role (in his and Kiwanis church). He will be missed. He was very friendly and his sense of humor was just amazing. He always had a story. He will be greatly missed in his church. He was a long time choir member at the Wabash Presbyterian so and Church

(Sunday) when they sang, they put his choir robes draped over the chair where he sat.” A fellow Kiwanis past-president, Donna Siders, said Miller was always quick to volunteer for projects. “I know whenever we had the family picnic, he always got over there early and fix the chickens for the picnic,” she said. “He stayed all day until it was time for the picnic. He was

always there doing that every year. “He was always friendly and really nice. He’d always give us something to laugh about whenever he’d tell his stories at Kiwanis. He’s been having a hard time so it’s been probably a couple years since he’s been coming to Kiwanis, but when he was coming he was always involved in everything. He was always willing to volunteer, and, like I

said, he always took on that chicken for us.” Kiwanis Secretary Beth Miller called Miller a great asset to the community of Wabash both as a businessman and a community leader. “He was an active member of Kiwanis and supported the works of that organization as they support the children of the world,” she said. “He will be missed. He was always a jokester and fun to be around. He was just a wonderful guy. He was always

had and positive something good to say. As a businessman, he never tried to take you. He was always honest and good to this community.” Funeral services for Miller will be 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 28, at Wabash Presbyterian Church, 123 W. Hill St., Wabash, with the Rev. Jonathan Cornell Burial officiating. will be in Falls C e m e t e r y , Wabash. Friends may call 2 - 7 pm Friday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave.

Income surveys to be sent to Wabash residents By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Some Wabash residents will receive an income survey from the Region III-A Development and Regional Planning Commission. The survey, which will be mailed to about 700 households around Feb. 23, is part of the city’s Stellar Community project. The information from the survey is required to ensure the city qualifies for the various Community Block Development Grants associated with the Stellar Award, including the Eagles Theatre Community Center project. “This step is necessary for various grant opportunities in the CDBG Stellar Program,” Mayor R o b e r t Vanlandingham said. “We know we have a Stellar Community already, now we need local residents to rally with us to help achieve our strategic goals outline din the Stellar Strategic Plan.” The mayor said the surveys should be filled out and returned as soon as possible. “If surveys aren’t returned, we will be required to send another mailing with additional costs to the city,” he said. “The cooperation of area residents is very important.” Region III-A Community Planner Kristine Christlieb said survey organiz-

ers would like to receive the information back in about one week. If we don’t get them back, we’ll have to start to get a second mailing together,” she told The Paper of Wabash County in a telephone interview. If Dr. Thomas Guthrie, a retired professor from Indiana U n ive r s i t y - P u rd u e University Fort Wayne, who is tabulating the information, doesn’t receive enough returned surveys, additional surveys will need to be sent. The exact number of surveys needed to be returned depends on the formula Guthrie uses to tabulate the information. Christlieb said residents’ information will be kept confidential, and the individual compiling the data will not know who is answering. “The surveys are completely confidential,” Region III-A Community Planner Kristine Christlieb said. “They will not display names.” Rather, the survey will have a reference number on it, and that is the only identification information Guthrie will see. “He will simply tabulate the survey information and provide us with a summary of the results,” Christlieb said. If surveys must be sent out a second time, only those whose reference number has not been returned will receive the questionnaire again.

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Percy Jackson battles creatures during Honeywell Educational Outreach program By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com On Feb. 17, elementary and middle school students from seven rural northern Indiana counties packed the Honeywell Center Ford Theatre to watch Percy Jackson and his friends stop a war among the gods in the Theatreworks USA non-for-profit musical “The Lightning Thief.” Schools from Wabash, Miami, Cass, Fulton, Huntington, Grant, and Koskiusko counties left not one seat unattended at the 10 a.m. showing and still filled the theatre for a second showing at noon. As part of the center’s Educational Outreach program, author Rick Riordan’s best-selling children’s novel “Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief ” was brought to life through song and sword fights by a sixperson acting crew. “The goal of our Page-to-Stage Student Matinees is to bring the literature students are reading in the classroom to life,” Educational Outreach Manager Teresa

The Lightning Thief is a musical adaption of the nationally known children’s novel, “Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief.” The story follows Percy and his half blood companions as they battle their way to Hades to rescue Percy’s mom, stop a war between the gods, and prove to their Olympian parents that they’re worthy to be their children. Photo by Emma Rausch

Galley told The Paper of Wabash County “Students learn in many different ways. Having the chance to read a book and then see and hear the story in a live environment reinforces the material.” The musical followed the12-year-old half blood son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson, as he discovered the truth about this father and battled mythical creatures in an attempt to rescue his mother, Sally, from Hades, clear his name after being blamed for stealing Zeus’s lightning bolt, and prevent an all-out war among the Greek gods. With the exception of Percy, played by Troy Iwata, the actors constantly exited the stage and reappeared as various characters from the book including monsters, camp instructors, gods, and, even, little old ladies. The musical utilized minimalist props to portray the magic of the novel, including a decorative leaf blower to represent Percy’s powers and a basketball dressed in a wig to represent Medusa’s severed head. After the production’s final song ended and the actors took

center stage for their bow, the theatre roared with cheers and applause. As students filed out of the theatre, some conversations could be heard saying, “That was so much better than the movie” and “we should direct our own ‘Lightning Thief !’”

“Definitely a big part of the Educational Outreach is to inspire students through the arts,” Galley said. “We want them to see the show or work with one of our in-school residency artists and walk away saying, ‘I can do that!’”

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KIDS’ CLUB will meet at the North Manchester First Brethren in March. Club RIOT and Kids for Christ will meet each Wednesday night in March from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at North Manchester First Brethren Church. The theme for the month is “Use Your Opportunities,” and will be a hands-on way

to experience what God teaches us through different Bible stories using Legos, music, and cooking activities. Elementary-aged kids can choose their area of interest. Four year olds- Kindergarten will have special activities that include all three interests. All kids from 4 years through sixth grade are invited, and parents are asked to arrive at 7:30 to connect with what kids have learned each night. First Brethren is located at 407 N. Sycamore St. in North Manchester. Call 9826457 or visit www.nmfbc.org if you have further questions. SQUIRE FOOTBALL BREAKFAST BUFFET Fundraiser will be from 7 30 to 10 a.m. Saturday, at the North Manchester

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Moose Family Center, 207 E. Main St.. The allyou-can-eat buffet will include pancakes, eggs, fried potatoes, biscuits & gravy and drink. Squire football players and coaches will be on hand to serve you and get acquainted. Proceeds from the event will support the Squire Football team. Contact the Moose Family Center at 9828211 with any questions. MANCHESTER HAITI TEAM is in need of deflated kickballs and soccer balls to deliver to children in Haiti. Also, peanut butter, school supplies and personal hygiene items are needed. Items can be dropped off by February 27 at the Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut Street.

SYCAMORE PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION for 2015-16 is now open. Forms may be picked up and returned to the North Manchester United Methodist Church, located at 306 E. Second Street. For more information contact the church at 982-7537 or visit www.northmanchesterumc.com. WORLD DAY OF PRAYER Friday, March 6, 2015. A local service will be held at 9:30 a.m. at the Manchester Church of the Brethren, 1306 N. Beckley St. in North Manchester. World Day of Prayer is an ecumenical celebration of informed prayer and prayerful action. You are invited to join in this service based on a study of radical love. The annu-

NM Historical Society program looks at life of Laura Ingalls Wilder By The Paper staff NORTH MANCHESTER — Pioneer storyteller Margaret Fritzel will present “The Story of Laura Ingalls Wilder” on Monday, March 9 at 6:40 p.m. at Timbercrest Senior Living Community. The performance is part of the North M a n c h e s t e r Historical Society’s monthly meeting. The story is told in a slide show covering events in each of the houses in which Wilder lived. Those sites include Wisconsin, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, South Dakota, Missouri plus Almanzo’s home in New York. Mrs. Fritzel’s husband, Douglas, grew up in DeSmet, S.D., where Wilder lived as

a girl and wrote about in the book “By the Shores of Silver Lake.” Harold Fritzel, Mrs. Fritzel’s fatherin-law, was born in DeSmet and as a boy actually knew some of the Ingalls. Tourists in DeSmet get to visit many sites such as the Surveyors’ house, the first home of the Ingalls, the last little house Pa built, the school the girls attended, the Loftus Store plus the cemetery where Pa, Ma, Mary, Carrie and Grace are buried. Mrs. Fritzel began telling stories to audiences of all ages in 1986 and has two other pioneer programs in her repertoire. “The Diary” tells the story of a pioneer family who leaves Liberty, Mo., and travels via wagon

Storyteller Margaret Fritzel dressed in one of her pioneer costumes. Photo provided train all the way to Oregon. This program was presented by the North M a n c h e s t e r Historical Society in 2014 and well r e c e i v e d . Representing the Jail Museum in Warsaw, Mrs. Fritzel also becomes “The Lady

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al service is written in 2015 by the women of the Bahamas. Church Women United makes this local service possible. PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS: Join our Beginning Card Workshop on Wednesday, Feb 26 from 6-8pm in the Blocher Community Room led by Carrie Sautter who will help you create four of your very own cards! There is a $5 fee to cover the cost of supplies. Samples will be available for viewing at the front desk as well as a sign up sheet. Youth ages 13-18 are invited to Teen Screen: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb 27, in the Basement (Ages 13-18). Tuesday programming includes Toddlertime (Ages 18 months-2 years) and their adult will be at 9:30 a.m. in the Story Room. Storytime for children 3-7 years, is also held on Tuesday at 10 a.m.

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and 4 p.m. in the Story Room. Both programs feature stories, songs, crafts and more! Wednesday events include Fantastic Fun Club at 3:45 p.m. for 1st thru 5th graders in the Story Room and Teen Wednesday from 3:30-5 p.m. for 13-18 year olds in the library basement. Thursday features include “between” for 5th thru 8th graders at 3:45 p.m. in the Story Room. Plan to visit the library on Fridays for Chess Club from 2-4 p.m. in the Conference Room. This is a patronled club, however, any questions can be directed to Heidi at the library. Bring your favorite chess set! On Saturday, Feb 28 Kids Movie Matinee will feature “The Boxtrolls” in the Story Room. Also the Recipe Swap will be held from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Bring your favorite recipes to share along with blank recipe cards to write

down new recipes! Monday, March 2 the Second & Third Grade Afterschool Book Club will be held from 4-4:30 p.m. in the Story Room. For March we are reading “Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things” by Lenore Look. Pick up your copy at the Children’s desk beginning Feb. 12. For more information about these and other programs, contact the Children’s Department by calling the Library at 982-2882. PARTING SHOTS: “Weather forecast for tonight: dark.” - George Carlin NORTH MANCHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@gm ail.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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Southwood boys defeat Northfield Win gives Knights share of TRC crown By Gary Andrews The Southwood boys’ basketball team was one win away from a piece of the Three Rivers Conference title and needed a win over county rival Northfield to get that share Friday. Jumping out to a quick 7-0 start the Knights defended home court by defeating Northfield 64-46 to share the TRC title with Tippecanoe Valley and Manchester. The quick start was just that as Carson Blair took the Alex Harmon tip off and drained a three just four seconds into the game. Robbie Cole and Brandin Frazier then hit back to back buckets for the 7-0 lead. Tanner Wilcox stopped the run with a bucket with Alex Harmon answering. Jared Short made it 93 with a bucket when Noah Kirk hit from long range for a 12-3 Knight lead. The

Norse would respond with buckets from Heath Miller and Noah Shear to cut the lead to 12-7 when Mathew Norse drained a three to give the Knights a 15-7 lead. Austin Burns finished the scoring in the quarter as Southwood led 15-9 after one. Northfield got a three from Noah Shear to start the second quarter and close the gap to 15-12 when Robbie Cole nailed a three followed by a Mathew Norse three to give Southwood a 21-12 lead, but the Norse would respond. Down 24-14 after Cole’s second three Austin Burns hit followed by Tanner Wilcox and Jake Schuler to get the deficit back to 24-20. Cole and Kirk would each get a bucket for the Knights to go back up 28-20 when Austin Trump scored twice to make it 28-24. The Knights would end the half on a 6-0 run off buckets from Carson Blair, Alex Harmon and Noah Kirk to lead 34-24 at the half.

The two teams would trade buckets to start the third quarter and with a 42-33 lead the Knights opened a gap. Robbie Cole drained his third three pointer of the game followed by Noah Kirk and Cole hitting a deuce to open a 49-33 lead. Tanner Wilcox ended the scoring in the quarter as the Knights were one quarter away from a TRC title by leading 49-36. Jake Schuler would get the first bucket of the fourth quarter before Cole and Brandin Frazier hit to make it 53-38. The Norse looked like they were going to make a run at the Knights when Adam Roser hit followed by buckets from Jared Short and Heath Miller to make it 53-44 when the Knights responded with 7 straight points. Brandin Frazier started the run with a bucket with Carson Blair hitting four free throws and Noah Kirk hitting a free throw to lead 60-44. After a Heath Miller bucket Robbie Cole and Alex

Harmon ended the scoring as the Knights prevailed 6446. Leading Southwood was Robbie Cole with 19 points. Noah Kirk, Alex Harmon and Brandin Frazier added 10 points each. Carson Blair had 9, Mathew Nose 6. Leading Northfield was Heath Miller with 12 points. Tanner Wilcox added 8 points. Adam Roser and Noah Shear added 5 points each. Jared Short had 4, Austin Burns 4, Jake Schuler 4, Austin Trump 4. Southwood won the junior varsity game 46-38. Leading the Knights was Ethen Roberts with 9 points. Paul Farlow and Blake Martz added 8 points each. Jeffery Finicle had 7, Peyton Trexler 6, Andrew Finicle 4, Christian Deeter 4. Leading Northfield was Cody Holmes with 9 points. Austin Trump and Ryan Driscoll added 7 points each. Joe Halderman had 6, Kyle Reed 5, Matt Coe 2, Jacob Watkins 2.

Southwood’s Robbie Cole (34) drives for two of his 19 points on Friday night against Northfield. Photo by Gary Andrews

Wabash County High School Southwood’s Houlihan signs with IUK Sports on Wabash WebTV By Gary Andrews

Southwood senior Abby Houlihan became the first recruit for the new golf program at Indiana University Kokomo. Houlihan signed her letter of intent Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Southwood. While holding or being a part of 15 golf school records while at Southwood, Houlihan will be looked upon by the Cougars as a leader with the opportunity at playing number one right away. ”My goal is to be a better golfer than in high school and shoot par or under for 18 holes”, Houlihan said. Houlihan was all conference this past season.

By Bill Barrows

Southwood’s Abby Houlihan is joined by her parents, Vicki Houlihan (front row, from left) and Scott Houlihan as she signs a letter of intent to play golf at Indiana University Kokomo. She is joined by (back row, from left) Southwood Athletic Director Tom Finicle, IUK Athletic Director Brandon Podgorski, Southwood Golf Coach Rod Cole, and Southwood Assistant Coach JoDee Dale. Photo by Gary Andrews Houlihan said she chose IUK “because it is a small program at

a small school and they have a great radiology program. I’m

studying radiology because X-rays and MRI fascinate me.”

Manchester boys fall to Columbia City By Gary Andrews The Manchester boys’ basketball team fell to Columbia City, 53-39, on Friday. Columbia City jumped on the Squires in the first

quarter to grab a 137 lead before doubling up on the Squires in the second 14-7 to lead 27-14 at the half. The Squires would regroup at the half and play with the Eagles, but the first half deficit was to

much to overcome. Leading the Squires was Koehl Fluke with 16 points. Chase Fierstos and Chainey Zolman added 10 points each. David McAtee had 3 points. The Manchester junior varsity fell to

Columbia City 40-35. The Manchester C team fell to Columbia City 46-29. Leading the Squires was Parker Yard with 15 points. Hayes Strurtsman added 8, Brayden Lassiter 4, Nathan Self 2.

Basketball is still relevant in Wabash County for more reasons than one this week. First of all, with a win in the IHSAA Girls Regional, the Lady Apaches of Wabash advance to the Semistate at Warsaw on Saturday. Secondly, the Boys’ Sectional pairings were released on Sunday. Thirdly, the last week of the boys’ regular season commences on Tuesday and Friday. On Tuesday, Manchester travels to Argos and Southwood will be at Eastbrook. On Friday, two more Senior Night Games

will be played. Southwood hosts Bluffton and Wabash hosts Elwood. Then on Saturday afternoon, Wabash WebTV will bring you the Girls SemiState game from Warsaw as the Lady Apaches take on Fort Wayne Canterbury. Game Time will be just before 4p.m. Jim Landrum and I will be on hand to bring you all of that action. The Boys IHSAA Sectional No.37 will be hosted by Oak Hill. On Tuesday, March 3, Manchester takes on North Miami at 7 p.m.. On Wednesday, Northfield tips off against host Oak Hill at 6 p.m. followed by Cass vs Wabash. Second round action begins at 6 p.m. on Friday March 6th with Southwood, who drew the bye, taking on the winner of Manchester/North Miami, followed by the two winners from Wednesday

night. The Sectional Championship Game will tip off at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday evening. Wabash WebTV will be on hand to broadcast any game that involves a Wabash County team. A combination of Rick Harness, Jim Landrum, Tim Harness and me, Bill Barrows will bring you all of the colorful action. Join Wabash WebTV for exciting action of Indiana High School basketball every week and on select dates for s w i m m i n g , wrestling and baseball in season. The Wabash WebTV basketball schedule will be published in The Paper of Wabash County as well as broadcast on Wabash WebTV. If you are at a game or cannot watch it live, an archive of the featured game is available on the website shortly after the completion of the games.

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Wabash girls capture basketball regional crown By Gary Andrews After winning their seventh straight sectional title the Wabash Lady Apaches made the trip to Lapel on Saturday for the second straight year in search of that elusive regional crown. It was no easy task as Wabash took on No.9 Shenandoah in game one, holding off a late Raider charge for a 50-47 win and another shot at a regional title. No. 10 Fountain Central defeated Sheridan on a buzzer beater in game two, setting up the championship game. The Lady Apaches trailed most of the game before wearing down the taller Mustangs in the fourth for an exciting 60-52 win to earn the schools first ever girls regional crown. In game one against Shenandoah the nerves hit both teams early as no points were put on the board the first minute and a half. Claire Cromer would stop the drought with a three pointer to put Wabash up 3-0. Sarah Puckett would get the next points to make it 5-2 when the Raiders hit back to back to take a 6-5 lead. Puckett would answer with a bucket followed by Cromer and Abby Stein connecting as the Apaches grabbed an 11-6 lead and led 11-8 after one. Puckett would connect to start the second quarter followed by a Cromer three to open a 16-8 lead and increased the lead to 19-10 on Cromer’s second bomb. Shenandoah cut the Wabash lead to 19-13 when Puckett hit again followed by anther Cromer three to lead 24-13. At 24-15 Sydni Mullet scored on a steal with Cromer getting a second steal as Wabash led 28-15 at the half. The Lady Apaches came out in the third looking like they might put the game away early when Kristin Cromer hit a free throw and a bucket along with Mullet scoring to get the lead to 33-18 when things c h a n g e d .

Shenandoah would catch a second wind that ignited an 8-0 run to cut the Apache lead to 33-26 when Madison Barden hit a free throw to stop the run. Wabash would get two free throws from Claire Cromer to end the quarter with a 36-27 lead. Shenandoah cut the lead to 36-30 on a three point play to start the quarter as Wabash tried to take the air out of the ball. Pounding the ball inside the Raiders made a move when Sarah Puckett fouled out with 5:03 remaining and cut the lead to 38-36 with just over 3:30 to play. Two Cromer free throws made it 40-36. The chase began as the Raiders chased Cromer with two players, forcing other Lady Apaches to hit free throws down the stretch, which they did making 14 in the quarter for the 50-47 win. Leading Wabash was Claire Cromer with 26 points. Sarah Puckett added 8, Kristin Cromer 5, Madison Barden 4, Sydni Mullett 4, Abby Stein 2, Shelby Stone 1. Wabash got off to a cold start in the championship game as Fountain Central raced out to a 7-1 lead after banking in a three. Sarah Puckett would answer the bank shot with a three point banker herself. Two Claire Cromer buckets and two free throws cut the Mustang lead to 11-10 before they made it 16-10. Kristin Cromer hit two free throws to end the scoring in the quarter as Wabash trailed 16-12. Sydni Mullett would get the first points of the second quarter followed by a Sarah Puckett three point play and a Claire Cromer bucket to grab a 19-16 lead, but back came the Mustangs to score 5 straight and go up 21-19. Madison Barden tied the score before a Fountain Central three made it 24-21, but Wabash answered with two Claire Cromer free throws and a Sarah Ritter bucket to take the lead back at 2524. Fountain Central

The Wabash Lady Apaches basketball team poses for a team shot after winning the regional title on Saturday in Lapel. Photo by Gary Andrews would score the last two buckets of the quarter as they led the Apaches 28-25 at the half. Fountain Central would increase their lead to 31-25 to start the third quarter before Sarah Puckett score three points followed by a Claire Cromer three pointer to knot the score at 31. The Mustangs answered the call with two buckets to grab a 36-31 lead before Claire Cromer went to work, scoring 7 points down the stretch as the Lady Apaches trailed 41-39 with a quarter to go. Never in a panic mode Wabash would score the first 4 points of the fourth quarter on a Puckett basket and two Claire Cromer free throws to grab a 4341 lead. Tied at 43 Puckett would hit a free throw followed by a Mullett bucket to go up 46-43 and led 48-45 on a second Mullett basket. Fountain Central made it 48-47 when Puckett connected again to make it 50-47 with 3:51 on the clock. The Wabash defense would hold and forced the Mustangs to start chasing and fouling. Claire Cromer and Madison Barden each hit a free throw to make it 55-47 before a Fountain Central bucket with 1:48 left made it 55-49.

Two missed Apache free throws and two made by the Mustangs made it 5552 with the clock down to 55.2. Missed free throws by Wabash gave Fountain Central a shot at cutting the lead to one or tying the score when a Wabash foul put them on the line. The Mustangs missed both free throws and the Lady Apaches made them pay. Claire Cromer hit two free throws with 20.8 remaining, then took a charge on defense. With 13.3 left Cromer would make it 58-52 with a free throw as Fountain Central missed their hurry up shot and fouled Kristin Cromer with 1.7 on the clock. Cromer hit both free throws as the Lady Apaches won their first-ever regional title 60-52. Leading Wabash was Claire Cromer with 30 points. Sarah Puckett added 14, Sydni Mullett 6, Kristin Cromer 4, Madison Barden 4, Sarah Ritter 2. Claire Cromer was named the tournament MVP, scoring 56 points in the two games. Wabash will now play No. 2 Fort Wayne Canterbury at 4 p.m. Saturday in the Warsaw semistate..

Boys’ sectional pairings announced By Gary Andrews The field has been set for the boys basketball sectional at Oak Hill beginning on Tuesday, March 3. Tuesday : Manchester vs. North Miami, 7 p.m. Wednesday : Northfield vs. Oak Hill. Wed, 6 p.m. Wednesday: Cass vs. Wabash. Wed, 7:30 p.m. Friday : Southwood vs. Manchester/North Miami winner 6 p.m. Friday : Northfield/Oak Hill winner vs. Cass/Wabash winner 7:30 p.m. Saturday : Championship 7:30 p.m.

Southwood boys down Maconaquah By Gary Andrews The Southwood boys’ varsity basketball team won at Maconaquah, 62-39, Saturday. With the win the Knights have won seven games in a row and nine of their last 10 to move their season record to 12-8, securing a third straight winning season. Leaders were: Alex Harmon 16 points, 13 rebounds, 4 blocks, 2 steals; Matt Nose 12 points, 4 rebounds; Carson Blair 11 points, 4 assist, 5 rebounds, 2 steals; Noah Kirk 9 points, 6 assist, 3 steals, and Robbie Cole 6 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assist

Wabash boys come from behind, beat Blackford By Gary Andrews The Wabash boys’ basketball team used a 22 point fourth quarter Saturday to come from behind in a 57-52 win over Blackford. The Apaches were tied 23-23 at the half before Blackford won the third quarter 17-12 to lead 40-35 with a quarter to go. Wabash would pick up the pace of the game on both ends of the floor in the fourth, winning the quarter 22-12 and the game 57-52. Leading Wabash was Marcus Jones with 16 points. Taylor Vigar added 14, Tyler Hough 8, Owen Yeadon 8, Kaleb Kelsheimer 5, Travis Easthom 4, Brodie Hough 2. Wabash won the junior varsity game 29-21. Leading the Apaches was Luke Mattern with 8 points. Justin Beauchamp added 6, Austin Vinopal 6, Matt Stein 5, Cal Stone 2, Matt Jones 2.

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U P C O M I N G EVENTS AT SALAMONIE: Seniors age 50 and over are invited to attend the monthly Senior Monday Carry-in Luncheon at S a l a m o n i e 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 program “Pearls from the Lagoon” will be presented Monday, March 2. Vicki Basman will talk about her book and share her experiences helping small communities in the Pearl Lagoon basin on Nicaragua’s Atlantic coast. Attendees should plan to bring their table service, a prepared dish to share and $1 donation to help defray costs of the provided main dish. To register or for more information call the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-4682127.

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Salamonie’s Preschool Program, “Tricky Tracks” will take place Wednesday, March 11. All animals have unique and different tracks that they leave behind as they navigate the brush and wooded areas. Come learn about some common ones, make a track craft, and venture out into the wild to look for animal tracks. Preschool Programs are designed for preschool-aged children from 2 to 5 and their adults. There will be two identical programs held from 10— 11:30 a.m. and 12:30—2 p.m. Please call 260468-2127 to register. Second Saturdays at Salamonie will pres-

ent “Bird Study and Feathered Friends” on Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kids and their parents, and scouting groups are welcome to participate in the day’s events. You can fulfill requirements towards a Merit Badge, Belt Loop or Academic Pin. Programs are sponsored by Upper Wabash Interpretive Services and designed for families. Adults must accompany children. For more information and to pre-register please call 260468-2127. F E B R U A R Y BIRTHDAY WISHES go to: Feb. 9: Thelma Sanchez, Feb. 12: Bill Miller, Feb. 20: Josh Gidley, Feb. 21: Andrew Frieden, Feb. 28: Dylan Ivy. Happy Birthday to all!! H A P P Y ANNIVERASY TO:

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Mr. & Mrs. Scott Hendry on Feb. 13, Mr. & Mrs. Earl Good on Feb. 25. Congratulations to all!! THE LAGRO COMETS LIBRARY CHILDREN will welcome Teresa Rody, Interpretive Manager Upper Wabash Interpretive Services, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, from 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, the library in the Lagro Community Building She will conduct a unique presentation on the red tail hawk, accompanying her will be a live red tail hawk! Both children and adults are welcome to attend and learn about this beautiful bird that inhabits our community. S A I N T P A T R I C K ’ S CHURCH WILL

BEGIN MASS again on Sunday, March 1 at 12:30 p.m. Then, on March 17 St. Patrick’s Day, there will be a special Mass at 4 p.m. with a program. A BREAKFAST SPONSORED by the Lagro Fair Board will take place from 7-11 a.m. Saturday, March 7, at the Lagro Community Building. This will be a free will donation event with all proceeds going to support the fireworks at this year’s Lagro Good Ole’ Days. YOUR WEEKLY ISAAC-ISM: “One of the great things about the sport of tennis is there is no time clock. That serves to teach children to never give up no matter the score. I relate this to life in the fact that we are often presented with obstacles in trying to reach our goals

but give in too soon. I have been down 6-0, 50 and come back to win…it may take a couple extra hours to get there, but it’s possible to still triumph. On the tennis court you have to “grind out” a match sometimes, just like in life…you have to “grind it out” when things aren’t going as you hoped. Perhaps courage doesn’t reside in having never lost, but in the courage to battle and grow as strong as possible during adversity.” AS ALWAYS, do me a favor and have a safe and enjoyable week! PLEASE EMAIL YOUR NEWS AND INFORMATION TO: isaac.triplett@yahoo. com, or call me at 260274-2261.

NM church to host Kids’ Club in March 850 MILL ST., WABASH- This four bedroom one and a half bath home has lots of potential. Some updates include Roof, Water heater, furnace (all new parts), and Laminate floor and carpet. This home has been used as a rental in the past. Good rental income or use as your primary residence. Either way this is a must see. MLS No: 201503154 $35,000

25 UNION ST., WABASH- Great Rental Property! Apts. are four 2- bedroom units with spacious rooms and open concept with living, dining, and kitchen. Lower units have private covered patios. Instantaneous water heater recently installed. All units rented. Take over where owner has left off. Call today for ashowing. MLS No: 201500193 $48,500

588 MANCHESTER AVE, WABASH - This home is move in ready and as cute as a button. 3 bedroom 1 bath home. Bath remodeled in last 2 years, NEWER furnace, ca and siding. Tastefully decorated. Carport stays. Make an appointment to see this home today. MLS No: 201429039 $59,900

506 N MIAMI, WABASH - Good location! Wabash High school down the street, this 1 1/2 story home has large eat- in kitchen with large built in pantry. Side patio, and screened in side porch. Has updated windows, siding, and more. 3 bedroom full bath and large laundry, 1/2 bath on main floor. Laundry ready to expand into a full bath. Large back yard, good for kids! Seller is Motivated!! MLS No: 201450095 $69,900

297 N CARROLL ST., WABASH - This north side home is larger than it appears. The bathroom has been remodeled, the kitchen is in the process with new paint, new recessed lights installed, and more. The roof has 30 year shingles installed in 2007. New water heater, new furnace/AC with heat pump, new back door. New sewer line from street to house, a cleanout has been installed too. MLS No: 758203 $39,900

By The Paper staff NORTH MANCHESTER — Club RIOT and Kids for Christ will meet each Wednesday night in March from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at North Manchester First Brethren Church. The theme for the month is “Use Your Opportunities,” and

309 W MAPLE ST., WABASH - Great Investment property. This two-story home has four 1-bedroom apartments. All new laminate flooring was installed a few years ago in each unit. Long standing tenants provide good cash flow. Each unit comes with it's own single car garage. Check it out today! MLS No: 201500192 $48,500

455 W HILL ST., WABASH - Very nice 3 Bed 2BA home. All new flooring and paint. Enclosed heated front porch. Gas FP in living room. Small fenced back yard. 2 Car detached garage. Newer roof. Close to City park. New water heater. Seller will help with closing costs. MLS NO: 201445233 $64,000

6725 W STATE ROAD 16, ROANN - This one is much larger than what it appears from the outside. 3 possible 4 bedroom ranch, 2 Full baths, 1600+ sq ft. Large Living room. Detached garage and pole building. All this right on the edge of Roann. New hot water heat unit. Do not let this one slip by you!! Make your appointment today! MLS No: 201451454 $79,900

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include all three interests. All kids from 4 through sixth grade are invited, and parents are asked to arrive at 7:30 to connect with what kids have learned each night. First Brethren is located at 407 N. Sycamore St. in North Manchester.

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DAN’S FISH & TENDERLOIN FRY is planned from 4-7 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at the LaFontaine Community Building. LaFontaine United Methodist Church is hosting and proceeds are dedecated to its youth and Honduras trip. May purchase tickets in advance at a saving from the church office 765-981-4021, church member or Dave Bates 765-660-1469 S O M E R S E T LIONS met Monday, Feb. 16, for its regular monthly meeting. Eleven members and two guests were present. The group decided to have a euchre party at 7 p.m. Friday March 13. This is a different kind of euchre but lots of fun too. Many groups have done this many times. You can come as a couple or a single team. Cash prizes will be given for different scores.The money proceeds will go to the community building. More info will be available later. You can contact Boots at 765-981-4097 or any Lions member. You do not have to live in Somerset to be a member of this club and new members are welcome. SOUTHWOOD E L E M E N TA RY SCHOOL Knights for the week of Feb. 2-6 are: From Mrs. Boone — Jared Stevens (third grade) for being mature, cooperative, polite, and respectiful. From Mrs. Dye: Danica Filip (second grade) for doing a great job working hard for the whole entire Knight time. Keep up the good work and continue practicing being responsible, respectful, and safe. TO ALL THOSE who sent cards, made a phone call or said a prayer for Jery Kendall family, it was greatly appreciated and always be remember. God Bless! Family of Jerry Kendall L A F O N TA I N E LIONS will be giving out scholarships to any 2015 Liberty Township or LaFontaine senior

who is going onto college. You may pick up application at the guidance office. L A F O N TA I N E U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T CHURCH is in need of items for its food pantry: macaroni & cheese noodles, spaghetti, spaghetti sauce, soups - chicken or beef noodle, tomato, Ramen noodle -no spicy or shrimp flavored, chicken or beef broth, beef stew, canned spaghetti or ravioli, boxed potatoes, instant mashed potatoes, Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper, Chicken Helper, instant rice, chili beans, canned diced tomatoes, canned tomato sauce, pork & beans, canned vegetables - potatoes, green beans, corn, carrots, canned fruit — fruit cocktail, peaches, pears, pineapple, applesauce, canned tuna, canned chicken, Spam or like product, peanut butter & jelly, sloppy Joe(canned or mix), chili mix, cereal, pancake mix, Bisquik, pancake syrup, gravy mix, crackers (oyster or regular) cookies, Velveeta Cheese (or similar product), Jello (boxes or snack pudding cups), powdered milk, tea bags, juices (apple, orange, KoolAde) or hot chocolate. Please do not bring: Chinese food, dried beans, salmon or clams, peas, sauerkraut, beets, spinach, hominy, coffe, pie filling, salad dressings, steak sauce. Please do not bring in fresh produce unless you check with the office first. Freezer items include hamburger, hot dogs, sausage roll, smoked sausage, chicken strips or tenders, pizza, family-sized frozen dinners, French fries, hash browns, frozen dinners, pot pies, lunch meat, fish, chicken, pork chops, cheese (shredded or sliced), butter, bread or hot dog buns. Items may be brought to the church between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday thru Thursday. Any help would be appreciated. L A F O N TA I N E C H R I S T I A N CHURCH Member Care met on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at Ugalde’s in Wabash. Those attending were: Connie K, Wilma and Dan Guenin, Brad, Sandy and Jan, Darianne and Alexander, Cindy and Alan Parman, Merlin and Jane Ridgeway. Jeanne Mills and Cathy Preston stopped

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20 attend ceremony at Cancer Tree By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com About 20 people gathered Sunday afternoon at the Wabash County Courthouse to participate in the Wabash County Cancer Society’s Cancer Tree Ceremony. B r i a n Chamberlain, layspeaker from the Urbana Yoke Parish read the names of the 72 individuals remembered on the tree. He also discussed how life is like a race. Some lives are sprints, while others are marathons. Many lives are like hurdles, with all the ups and downs individuals have. In the end, he said, the Father will be there to greet individuals as the cross the finish line. Cancer Society President Theresa

Brian Chamberlain, lay speaker at Urbana Yoke Parish, reads the names of the individuals listed on the Wabash Cancer Society Cancer Tree on Sunday afternoon at the Wabash County Courthouse. Photo by Joseph Slacian Sites gave a brief talk on what cancer can and can’t do one who has suffered from it. The 72 names on the tree is the most that has been on the tree since the program’s

inception, Cancer Society Vice President Marcia Knee said. Those wishing to honor a loved one made a freewill donation to the society. Funds will be

used to help those undergoing treatment. The ceremony takes place in February, she said, because it is Cancer Awareness Month.

Second Saturday program planned at Salamonie By The Paper staff Scouts and other youth can learn about birds, geology and hiking at the monthly Second Saturday on March 14 at

S a l a m o n i e Interpretive Center. The program runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants will help complete a service project. Advance registra-

tion is required by calling 260-468-2127. A $4 participation fee is payable day of the event. The program is part of a monthly educational series at

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FFA members celebrate special week By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com Feb. 21 marked the beginning of National FFA Week, a weeklong tradition that began in 1947. Since the organization’s founding in 1928, National FFA has changed and adapted with the times to meet today’s needs for farming and agriculture education, however, not all the changes are for the better, according to one local Wabash County FFA advisor. Today the organization spans all 50 states and two U.S. territories, totaling in 610,240 FFA members and 7,665 chapters. “FFA is an excellent opportunity for stu-

dents to discover and create their own type of leadership skills,” said Gwen Mize, Manchester High School’s FFA chapter advisor. “I feel very fortunate to work as an FFA advisor and agriculture teacher every day.” A member since 1978, Mize has since taught agriculture for the last 24 years and noticed the shift in agricultural education first hand. “I definitely think that agriculture is the backbone of this country,” she said. “But I think that we’ve gone from production to food science and horticulture science.” Northfield FFA advisor and agricultural teacher Chad

Crews said he noticed the change as well, but it was made for a good reason. “Most students are going to go out and do production farming,” he said. “There’s no money in it generally unless you’re a family business that’s been around for a long time. “But I would say that most of the things that (the FFA) are pushing are very up to date. They have agri-science fairs. It’s very impressive to see students anywhere from 12-years-old to 20-years-old can do.” “We’re not growing away from production,” Mize said. “Instead, we’re just enhancing all the other sides (of agriculture). Production

is the cornerstone or stem of all the other parts of agriculture. Because, for example, if I want to work in the food science industry, I need to know where all that food comes from. It’s all connected.” While the organization has grown the science side of agricultural education, Crews said it’s now lacking in vocational skills education. After joining the FFA as a student 1996, Crews said, at the time, the students were more hands on and learning to execute the skills they were taught in the classroom. “Now today there’s more of a science background to everything we do,” Crews

Kindergarten Round-up planned March 18 By The Paper staff On March 18, the Honeywell Center will host Kindergarten Round-Up for the 2015-16 school year. Any child in Wabash City Schools or MSD of Wabash County who are eligible to attend kindergarten

is required to attend the round up to register for school. Free dental exams, vision screenings, optional lead testing, and booster shots will be available at the round up. Students must be 5-years-old by Aug. 1 to be eligible. Parents are required

to bring a copy of the original courthouse issued birth certificate and shot records to the round up with registration papers filled out. A student must be registered by March 9 to attend kindergarten in the fall. Registration papers can be obtained at

the school the student will be attending. The Kindergarten Round-Up will take place in the Honeywell Center lobby from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or in the afternoon from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

J & K’s Mega Pet! to celebrate 25th anniversary with open house By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com In 1990, J & K’s Aquarium opened in downtown Wabash to bring the community a local fish-specialized pet store. On Feb. 28, the firm will celebrate its 25th anniversary and its development into J & K’s Mega Pet!, a one-stop shop for all pet needs. Originally founded by Jeff Figert, John Huston and his wife, Lisa, took over the business in 1992, making a few changes. “We used to be J & K Aquariums because we just did fish when we started out,” Huston said. “Then slowly we added birds and animals, so we became J & K Aquariums and Pets and we operated that way for a while. “Then when we opened this big store, it doesn’t look that big from the outside so we wanted to have a name that people

would know that it’s a big pet store. We wanted to keep J & K’s because we were known for 20 years as J & K’s.” Through the last 25 years, the store has expanded and even opened as many as nine store locations across the north central Indiana, although J. Huston said his family decided to focus on the superstore, J & K’s Mega Pet! “The store’s pretty full, but there’s a lot of room here where we can continue,” Huston said. “We carry thousands and thousands of items, but we’re always willing to find an item. “People come looking for something or they have a problem and we try to find a solution for them. “(J & K’s) started as a fish store and, as people would come in ask us to get mice or a parakeet, we would order them in and then we decided to

said. “I teach more chemistry and biology than I do actual vocational skills.” According to Crews, the organization has lacked in vocational skills since the 1988 change when the organization transition from Future Farmers of American, which was based in vocational agriculture, to the National FFA Organization that assists in agriculture education. “(The change) works well,” he added. “But it works more toward every student’s going to college instead of learning a vocational skill that you can use in life.” The Northfield teacher said he would like to see the vocational skills combined with the scientific field. “With what I teach, I do tend to attract students that are that higher academic caliper that do have aspirations to go on to be vets or vet tech or anything along those lines,” Crews said. “But I do miss the days of the hands-on that are teaching the students an actual

skill that will be beneficial to them in life.” However, despite the changes, both agricultural teachers agreed that FFA is beneficial to the students. “I hope that I can teach in my classroom that my students can and should learn as much as they can about the food, fiber, and fuel industry to be educated consumers as they become adults,” Mize said. Crews said he

thinks that giving back to the community and earning a living is a big portion of daily life and agriculture. “One thing that we try to instill in our students is that everything you do does not have to give you money,” Crews said. “You can get other rewards like smile from a kid or a thank you from someone in the community for just doing a good deed.”

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Wabash River Defenders awarded grant, plans to formalize organization By The Paper staff The National Environmental E d u c a t i o n Foundation (NEEF) awarded the Wabash River Defenders a $5,000 grant. When the Wabash River Defenders first began in 2010, more than 400 Wabash County citizens volunteered to clean a 19-mile section of the river that runs through the county. Since then, the local environmental cleanup organization has removed more than 62 tons of debris and waste from the Wabash River. Last summer, the group celebrated its success with a float along the river. “We all live downstream,” said Keith Poole, a lead organiz-

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River Jr. Defenders educational outreach program in conjunction with the Wabash County Solid Waste M a n a g e m e n t District’s environmental education program. Solid Waste District director Jen Rankin commented “the Wabash River Jr. Defenders presentations have been extremely well received. Students and adults alike enjoy hearing about Freddy the Fish and the challenges he faces during his journey down the Wabash River! It’s a program that reminds us all to keep our waterways free of pollution”. One of the steps in the strategic planning process will be to invite the public to provide input for the

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Wabash River Defenders cruise down the Wabash River last summer, celebrating their success of removing 62 tons of trash from the river in previous years. The Paper file photo

U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers’ Chorus to perform free concert By The Paper staff The United States Army Field Band and Soldiers’ Chorus will perform a free concert at the Honeywell Center Ford Theatre on Saturday Feb. 28. The 62-member concert band and 29-member chorus tours internationally, performing on stages in Boston, Baghdad, and Toronto. The group performs pieces ranging from orchestral masterworks and operatic arias to Sousa marches and Broadway musical songs. Through their concerts, the group fosters the support of the American people, for members of the armed forces, and supports diplomatic efforts around the world, according to a

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nursery school boys and girls and would be judged and cash prizes offered to first, second and third place winning entries in two age groups. She then distributed a flyer to the members describing “Flag Manners.” Discussion on upcoming events included Friday night dinners once a month, a rummage sale on Feb. 13-14, and the American Legion birthday dinner on March 15. Veterans Affairs Chair Thelma Butler reported preparing and donating 30 treat bags with cheese, summer sausage and crackers to a Marion VA ward for New Year’s Eve. The value was $70.

On Jan. 4, treat bags were delivered to eight women veterans and a male veteran at the Indiana Veterans Home in Lafayette. The value was $40 and $100 worth of clothing for men and women vets. Also in January, $50 worth of clothing was delivered to the Howard County home for homeless veterans. A thank you was shared from a 62- year continuous member, Kathryn Ihnen, who is now living in Florida and had included her 2015 dues. Poppy chair Miriam Linkenhoker received second place for a poppy wreath entry for January’s Fifth District meeting. She planned to

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NORTH MANCHESTER — Odette Menard will be the keynote speaker when the Middle Eel River Watershed Initiative has its annual meeting Friday, Feb. 27, at Eberly Hall in South Whitley. Menard is an agronomic ic engineer who works for the Quebec Ministry of Agriculture. She was inducted into the C a n a d i a n Conservation Hall of Fame for her effort sin increasing awareness and adoption of soil conservation practices. A 20-year student of soil and water conservation issues, Menard previously was featured at the 2013 National No-Tillage Conference and more recently at the March 2014 Conservation Tillage & Technology Conference. She also has been featured in the Farm World publication. Menard will speak on “Earthworms are a friend of no-till farmers.” Registration will begin at 8 a.m., with the annual meeting starting at 8:30 a.m. Following a 15minute break, Menard is scheduled to speak at 9:45 a.m., and activities are slated to end by 11:15 a.m. The meeting is free and open to the public.

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Richvalley Extension Homemakers have luncheon meeting Article provided The ladies of the Richvalley Extension Homemakers Club met at Ponderosa for a late lunch. President Bonita Kirtlan read “Count your accomplishment, the list is longer than you think.” Amy Lauer had the devotions. Scripture was 1 John 4:16. Members stood for the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag and the pledge to the Christian flag. They also sang the song of the month, “Let Me Call You Sweetheart.”

Secretary Jane Long read minutes of the month of January. Roll call was answered by nine ladies. The newest member, Marilyn Strong, was present. Roll call was member’s favorite chocolate. Ruth Dyson gave the treasurer’s report. Patty Sausaman attempted to fill out the volunteer community support paper. She said she received several lengths of fleece and made blankets with them. She said the size needed is two pieces that are 45inches-by-60-inches for one blanket.

Sheila Sluss is going to call The Quite Tea Room to make reservations when she is hostess in May. It is near Churubusco. President Kirtlan went to Noblesville with Secretary Long to the state committee meeting on “Getting New Members.” She reported that the Happy Homemakers’ club is quitting the E x t e n s i o n Homemakers. The bloodmobile will be in Richvalley on March 10. The club is responsible for baking five to six dozen cookies. April 18 is the date

Teen Moms learn about early childhood services Article provided Teen Moms met on Monday, Feb. 16, at the Bachelor Creek Church of Christ. The meal was provided by Ruth Ann Pilgrim. Cheri Culver, autism coordinator from the WabashMiami Area Program, gave the moms an

overview of autism. Karen Carpenter and Melissa Snyder, from the First Steps agency spoke about the services they provide in helping children with disabilities or developmental delays become ready for school. After the discussion time Angie Baer did a

cooking demonstration for the girls, making a crock pot dessert and giving the moms the recipe. The next meeting will be March 2. Any moms interested in joining the group can do so by calling 260-563-7275 or register at the LIFE Center in Wabash.

for the Cancer Research Walk. It was decided to do the walk in memory of Joyce Brewer. The event will be from 10 a.m. to noon at Paradise Spring Historic Park.

A vice president and assistant secretary are needed for the Wabash County E x t e n s i o n Homemakers ers. She read the different committees to be filled

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Measles making comeback in United States No cases have been reported in Indiana By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com Unvaccinated people in Wabash County could be at risk for measles, said Lori Foust, Wabash County Health Department public nurse.

As of Feb. 13, there were 141 measles cases reported across 17 states, including Michigan and Illinois, most relating to one outbreak linked to Disneyland in California, according to a CDC release. Although it is classified as a preventable disease, with a rise in parents opting out of vaccinations, the disease has made a comeback in recent years,

scoring a record high of 644 cases in 2014, according to the CDC. “Potentially, everyone who is not vaccinated against the (measles) is at increased risk to contract the disease,” said Dr. Joan Duwve, Indiana State Health Department chief medical consultant. “Much of that will depend on if they’re exposed, so if they’re not exposed to any one who

has the disease, you can’t get the diseases unless you are in contact with someone else who has the disease. But as we start to see more people opting out of vaccinations and more disease circulating, we will in fact start to see more clusters of disease especially in those communities that are unvaccinated.” Although measles appears as a skin rash, to

contract the disease it is not necessary to touch an infected person, Duwve said. “It’s airborne, so if you’re sitting in the same room and you’re not protected against measles, you’re not vaccinated and somebody walks in with measles you are at risk from getting it,” Duwve said. “In fact, if there were 10 people in a room and all of

them were unvaccinated and one person with measles walks in, nine of them would get measles just by being in the same room.” According to the CDC, measles’ symptoms generally appear seven to 14 days after a person becomes infected. Typically, the symptoms begin with a high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. Then, two or three days after symptoms begin, tiny white spots may appear inside the mouth followed by a skin rash break out from three to five days. Due to Indiana’s school vaccination policies, the state’s unvaccinated rates are considered relatively low. Wabash City Schools, Metropolitan School District, and Manchester Community Schools all conform to the Indiana vaccination code, only allowing exemptions for medical or religious reasons. Sometimes parents hesitant to vaccinate and question more nowadays, Foust said. “They want to become educate and they’re very open to the literature that we have available and the answers that we give,” she said. “(Wabash County) really hasn’t had much push back from parents.” MCS Nurse M. A. Hire said that approximately one and a half percent of her students carry a medical or religious exemption, the only two reasons a student does not have to receive vaccinations. Even with the majority of her students not at-risk for measles, she is still on the lookout for a measles outbreak. “Basically what’s happening is I’m watching what the Health Alert Network and the CDC are releasing,” Hire said. “I know what my guidelines are and I’m ready to imple-

ment those guidelines incase we have an outbreak in our area.” In 2012, Indiana confirmed 13 confirmed measles cases, tracing the outbreak back to the Super Bowl. However, despite these outbreaks stemming from large events or attractions, these outbreaks aren’t “related to the large sporting events (and attractions),” according to Duwve. “We do see outbreaks related to individuals who are unvaccinated and traveling internationally and then returning to a family that is unvaccinated or a larger social group where folks don’t believe in vaccination,” Duwve said. Wabash County has “a lot of people who travel internationally,” Foust said, but the only risk of bringing back the disease is if the traveller is not vaccinated. From her standpoint as a public nurse, Foust said she doesn’t believe that the media has blown the measles outbreak out of proportion and this is a cause for concern. “From what I’ve seen, I think that (the media) have done a good job with the measles,” Foust said. “Most of what I’ve seen any way is informational, and people know that if they’ve been exposed they need to check their vaccine status. And there’s a reason that we vaccinate for measles. It’s a bad disease. “I think with the scare that MMR causes autism, I think that that scared a lot of people and I think that this (outbreak) is just a good way to let people know that vaccines work. There’s a reason that we vaccinate.”

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