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Goff named finalist for state Supreme Court

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Keith Gillenwater has been named the president and CEO of the proposed combined Wabash County Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Group of Wabash County. Gillenwater, currently president and CEO of EDG, won’t assume the new post unless the merger is approved by members of both organizations. He was named to the post by the Transition Committee on Monday, April 17. It was done even though is not expected to take place until mid-May. “During this time of transition, it is imperative we select leadership that will champion a combined vision,” Transition Board chair Emily Boardman said in a press release. “Keith is an excellent match for the aspirational vision of the new organization and his ability to collaborate with community partners will be key to its success.” The Paper of Wabash County posed a series of questions to both Boardman and Jason Callahan, CEO Selection Committee chair about the decision. “The vote to merge organizations has not yet taken place,” Boardman said, explaining why the CEO was named prior to the vote. “The Transition Board felt it was our obligation to solidify leadership for the new organization to ensure a smooth transition without interruption of (continued on page 4)

County man dies after falling in well By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com LEESBURG — Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the death of man after he fell into a well at his residence on the Barbee Chain of Lakes. The incident took place about noon Monday, April 24. Maurice Terry, 84, Lafontaine, was cleaning out a well pit on his property on EMS B45 Lane making sure it was operating properly. About a half an hour later his wife found him submerged in the well. She flagged down a passerby that called 911. North Webster Fire and EMS responded with Indiana Conservation Officers to the (continued on page 4)

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Jaisyn Petersen glues a pink paper puff his cherry blossom tree at the 11th annual Wabash FAME Festival on Saturday, April 22. Photo by Emma Rausch

Local students get glimpse of life in China By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com China returned to Wabash on Saturday, April 22, for the 11th annual Wabash FAME (Foundation of Art and Music in Education) Festival. Thirty years ago, the FAME Festival was founded in Fort Wayne on the idea of giving students “a chance to perform their music, to display their artwork in a noncompetitive atmosphere away from school,” according to Judy Ward, local festival planning committee head. In 2006, Ward assisted with bringing the festival to Wabash County. This year, the local festival focused on China. The event first spotlighted the Chinese culture in 2015 and introduced local youth to its customs, writing and arts. At Saturday’s event, youth continued their exploration of the country’s heritage and had the opportuni-

ty to try more of its traditional artworks firsthand. Throughout the past school year, Wabash County schools’ art teachers also worked with students to produce artwork for the festival to display while also teaching the children about Chinese culture through various projects, according to Ward. Wabash resident Amber Bretzman told The Paper of Wabash County that art is an important value that she and her husband, Kevin, encourage in their three daughters. “(The FAME Festival) is kind of big for us because we have three daughters and they are kind of crafty, artistic and they love to create things,” she said. “So encouraging it outside of the home and having other people’s voices inside their heads telling them great directions and how to do things, it just encourages and fosters creativity.” (continued on page 7)

Wabash County Superior Court Judge Chris Goff is one of three finalists for the soon-to-be-vacant seat on the Indiana Supreme Court. Goff, the Hon. Vicki L. Carmichael and the Hon. Matthew C. Kincaid were selected by the Judicial Nominating Commission on Wednesday, April 19, as the top three candidates to replace Justice Robert D. Rucker, who is retiring May 12 as one of five Indiana Supreme Court justices. The trio was selected from a field of 11 candidates, all of whom were interviewed by the commission last week. Goff declined a request for comment from The Paper of Wabash County, saying that out of respect for the process he would wait until a new justice was named to speak. Goff, 45, has been a member of the Indiana Bar since June 1997, serving in the general practice of law until he became a judge in 2005. “My practice was typical of a county seat practitioner,” he wrote in his application for the Supreme Court post. “Most of my clients were ordinary Hoosiers seeking assistance with ordinary legal problems. The majority of my practice involved domestic relations and criminal cases. However, I also practiced in the areas of collections, wills and estates, personal injury, and I represented a number of small businesses.” Goff served as Huntington County Public Defender for two years. Before becoming Superior Court Judge 12 years ago, he served five years as a part-time judicial officer under Wabash Circuit Court judges Daniel J. Vanderpool and Robert R. McCallen III. “Wabash County’s courts are among the busiest in the state,” Goff wrote in the application. “According to the Indiana (continued on page 5)

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CF releases plans for school study By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com Wabash County’s three public school districts met Thursday evening, April 20, to learn the specifics about the “Studies for Advancement,” a Community Foundation of Wabash County initiative focused on assisting the corporations meet current and future educational needs. In January, the Community Foundation offered to fund and

coordinate feasibility studies and research from jointly submitted proposals for the three school districts, Manchester Community Schools, MSD of Wabash County and Wabash City Schools. All three corporations accepted the invitation in February. “Many of you know that in 2012, the Community Foundation of Wabash County prioritized educational attain(continued on page 5)

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Miller’s, Drug Task Force educate locals on street drugs By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com The Wabash Drug Task Force (DTF) continued its fight against illegal drugs in the county Tuesday, April 18, with a different approach, educating the public on what to look for. On Tuesday, the DTF presented a discussion on street drugs commonly found in Wabash County. Hosted by Miller’s Merry Manor East, the presentation focused on how to identify common street drugs and “one pot” methamphetamine labs as well as what to do when those items are found. Miller’s hosted to event to enlighten and educate the community on identifying street drugs, Jami Bartel, admission coordinator and marketing direction, told The Paper of Wabash County. “I hope that they can spread the word more than anything and tell their friends or people they go to church with and even their families,” Bartel continued. “Perhaps there’s one person here that may be is dealing with this in their personal lives with maybe a family member or friend that

they have suspicions about (and) maybe it can help one person. “If we can all be a little bit vigilante and keep our ears open, the adage of ‘If you see something, say something,’ hopefully they can put that into place and hopefully they can have a good result.” In 2016, the DTF initiated 95 cases, according to Wabash Mayor Scott Long’s State of the City report. When broken down, the cases included 41 related to methamphetamine, 34 related to methamphetamine labs, nine for heroin, one for cocaine, six for marijuana, two for pharmaceuticals, one for synthetic drugs and one theft at the police department. For the past year, Det. Ryan Baker and DTF Officer Matt Shrider have maintained the task force’s primary operations while still seeking to fill two personnel vacancies, which has caused a slight hindrance but not enough to impede on the department’s efforts, Shrider told The Paper in a prior article. At Tuesday’s presentation, Baker answered audience questions, explained his role on the DTF and provided an

Waste Management District, hosted a prescription drug disposal and destruction event on Saturday, April 22, which encouraged residents to bring their unused medications to the site for safe disposal. “This will help prevent you house from getting broken into …

Locals take a closer look at items that may be used in “one pot” methamphetamine labs during a Wabash Drug Task Force street drug presentation. The task force educates the public about what to look for and not to handle in case an item is found. Photo by Emma Rausch overview of what locals would see if they came across a street drug or methamphetamine lab. “One pot” methamphetamine labs, which produces powder substance different from crystal methamphetamine, consist of every day household items including lighter fluid, pseudoephedrine, lithium batteries, empty soda bottles and cold packs. Street drugs like heroin and cocaine can be typically found in plastic bags marked with symbols, such as black diamonds or spades, to allow for dealers to tell the difference between drug batches,

according to Baker. Baker’s presentation was meant to raise awareness about the county and nation’s problem, he told The Paper of Wabash County. “We do this to educate the adults as well as the children on what to look for, what they see with the meth labs,” Baker said. “These are popping up all over in ditches, properties, and so you know what not to handle when they locate these items.” If a person does suspect illegal, drugrelated activity occurring in the area, proceed as follows: • Do not confront the suspected person or persons about personal suspicions and

do not enter a suspected lab. • Document the suspected illegal activity to provide officials with a timeline of the events. • If a methamphetamine lab is found, immediately contact the authorities. Do not open or move containers, and do not eat or drink anything near or around the lab. • If a street drug, syringe or other paraphernalia is found, do not touch the item. Contact the police, who will dispose of it properly. In addition to the street drug presentation, Miller’s, in collaboration with the Wabash City Police Department and the Wabash County Solid

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LIFE Center, Wabash’s only pregnancy resource center, purchased a new facility located at 489 Bond St. The purchase of the new facility will allow the agency to continue its free services such as; pregnancy tests, limited ultrasounds, an Earn While You Learn program, abortion recovery bible study and a clothing room in a more confidential setting. The clothing room will continue to offer children’s clothing sizes from new born to 4 or 5T and will also begin to offer maternity clothes. No appointments are needed to use the clothing room and a pregnancy test. The agency will host an open house on Friday, May 5, from

and I urge for you to get rid of (the unused medications),” Bartel said Tuesday. “Do not flush them. If you are unable to make the event, we are teaming up with Wabash County Solid Waste and Jen Rankin does take them all the time at the Wabash County Solid Waste District.”

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“The Transition Board and Mr. Gillenwater understand that if the merger is not approved, Mr. Gillenwater will retain his position as President/CEO of EDG of Wabash County.” She then explained how the ballots will be counted. “The vote to merge the two organizations will be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the existing bylaws of each organization,” she said. “Inspectors of the election will be representative of the Chamber Board, EDG Board and the Transition Board.” Boardman did not say if the ballots will be available for inspection by members of either organization following the vote. Chamber chair Paul McCann said that anyone interested in serving in the leadership post for the new organization would be given the opportunity to apply. Boardman didn’t say how many people, if any, applied for the

post, or if and when it was announced the committee was seeking applications. “The Transition Board carefully evaluated the CEO selection process by first developing a robust position description and considering an executive search/application process,” she told The Paper. “To the credit of those involved from across our community, the Transition Board determined that we had a unique circumstance in that we believed an internal candidate may possess the qualities we were seeking. “A sub-committee of the Transition Board, with the addition of another Chamber representative, participated in an interview with Mr. Gillenwater moderated by an outside consultant. The sub-committee unanimously determined to recommend to the Transition Board that Mr. Gillenwater be offered the position of President/CEO of the proposed new organization. At a meeting on April 11, the

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Transition Board voted unanimously to offer Mr. Gillenwater the President/CEO position.” Callahan did not respond to The Paper questions. However, in the news release announcing Gillenwater’s new position, he said, “Keith has demonstrated his commitment to the success of Wabash County by working with various local and regional stakeholders to ensure we are collectively working toward a prosperous Wabash County.” Boardman, discussing Gillenwater’s qualifications, said, “The above-referenced sub-committee conducted a rigorous interview with Mr. Gillenwater to assess not only his qualifications for the position, but also his passion and commitment for our community. “We are unanimous in our belief that Mr. Gillenwater shares our vision and will provide outstanding leadership for the new organization. He demonstrated a clear

understanding of our c o m m u n i t y ’ s strengths and challenges. He is intensely focused in his current role on developing solutions to those challenges and is collaborating with other community groups and businesses to build on our strengths to position Wabash County for long-term success. “Mr. Gillenwater’s leadership will benefit us greatly with a new, more collaborative county-wide organization to guide our community economic development efforts.” Gillenwater has been the President & CEO of EDG since December 2014. Gillenwater has experience in community and economic development and represents Wabash County on various boards in the state, including the board of the Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana, M i d - A m e r i c a E c o n o m i c Development Council and Indiana Economic D e v e l o p m e n t Association.

MSD continues board policy review By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com The MSD of Wabash County Board of Education continued its reviews of board policy at its meeting Tuesday night, April 11. The board review polices 1040 and 1050, which regard compensation and organization respectively. No changes were made. Superintendent Mike Keaffaber also addressed questions

that arose during the first review session on March 28, including board member term limits and rewording the question for election on ballots. “I did learn from last time that the questions that some of you (board members) asked some information,” he said. “There’s really no way we can make those changes (with term limits).” The Indiana Department of Education does not impose statewide term

limits. “I actually did an investigation with various local government officials as well as state officials to find out (information).” he told The Paper of Wabash County following the meeting and added, “Really the biggest question was the term limits and that would be changing state law to do that, so (the MSD members) as a board will not be able to do that.” Keaffaber said the board will see other

policies it won’t be legally able to change throughout the review process. “Really all of this is just to review it,” he said. “Most of this is very new. These policies were renewed just about two or three years ago and so it’s something really, probably good for myself and also for the junior board members that haven’t been a part of all this. I would say most of the policies will just be reviewed (and not changed).”

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Goff named finalist for state Supreme Court ...contionued from the front page office of Court Services’ 2015 Weighted Caseload Measures ‘Severity of Need,’ Wabash County’s courts are busier, judge for judge, than are the courts in Marion, Lake and Allen counties. It is also significant that this work is accomplished with only two support staff per court and no dedicated telephone receptionist.” As a judge, Goff noted in the application, he has implanted several programs, including two certified problem-solving courts. He also has overseen a third certified problem-solving court, which was established through the efforts of Chief Probation Officer Sarah Lochner. “All of these programs were implemented, with very minimal cost, by uti-

lizing existing staff and through efficient organization of the docket,” he wrote. He has served over approximately 25 jury trials. Goff received his law degree from the Indiana University Maurer School of Law. Carmichael, 55, joined the Indiana Bar in October 1988. She served as a staff attorney for Kentucky Supreme Court Justice Charles Leibson, reviewing trial transcripts and appellate briefs, researching the law in Kentucky and other jurisdictions, and drafting opinions for the justice. She has served as the Clark County Circuit Court No.4 judge, formerly Superior Court No.1, since January 2007, and is the presiding judge of the Clark

Circuit Courts since its unification on Jan. 1, 2012. “As presiding judge, I prepare and submit the annual court and probation budget, oversee the court administrator and probation department, submit required reports of the courts and review and prepare the local caseload allocation plan,” she wrote in her application. As a trial court judge, she has conducted more than 15 criminal jury trials, ranging from murder to child molesting and drug offenses, as well as seven civil jury trials. She received her law degree from the University of Louisville. Kincaid, 45, was admitted to the Indiana Bar in November 1997. He received his law

degree from the Loyola University of Chicago School of Law. He has served as a general jurisdiction Indiana trial court judge for 14 years in the Boone Superior Court I in Lebanon. “My docket currently includes commercial and tort civil cases of all levels of complexity; domestic relations cases; half of the criminal felonies filed in Boone County; all probate cases including estates, guardianships, trusts and adoptions; mental health cases; domestic violence protective orders; and mortgage foreclosures,” he wrote in the application. He has presided over approximately 100 jury trials, half civil and half criminal. He also has presided over more

CF releases plans for school study ...continued from the front page ment as the county’s number one most pressing, urgent need,” Patty Grant, Foundation executive director, said. “We often quote statistics from Indiana Works that by the year 2023, over 16,000 will become available in Indiana and all of those jobs require education beyond high school. “While we may disagree, we may judge this opportunity and this challenge differently, and we may propose competing solutions, we are, you are united by a common desire and that’s to grow and advance Wabash County, to move more of our citizens from poverty to prosperity by capturing the jobs in the future,” she later continued. “To that end, the Community Foundation is very pleased to coordinate and fund studies to help the Wabash County (school) districts evaluate the current and future elements that shape the delivery of your mission.” Thursday’s meeting provided information on what the boards will expect during the next several months as the studies take place, the initiative’s goals and anticipated out-

Dr. Carol Lundquist, appointed studies coordinator, shares the plans and expectations for the “Studies for Advancement,” a Community Foundation of Wabash County initiative to assist local schools in their endeavors to continue bettering education. Photo by Emma Rausch comes. “It’s always good to see interest in what’s going on in education, especially here in Wabash County,” Kevin Bowman, MSD board president, said before calling to order the school boards’ meeting. The Foundation appointed consultant Dr. Carol Lundquist as the studies’ coordinator who attained that the studies will be an asset to the school boards. “Today’s educational challenges are

more extensive, they’re complex and they are consequential than any other time in our history,” Lundquist said. “Every day, you (the school boards) do the hard work of making decisions on behalf of the children that have been entrusted to you. “So this initiative, while it will cause us to raise many questions and have many conversations, it’s not intended to steer you toward a particular destination and (continued on page 6)

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but it is intended to be a tool to do the good work that you’re already working.” The Studies for Advancement’s purpose is to create a meaningful and t r u s t w o r t h y research base to enable each school district determine the best ways to meet educational needs of current and future students as well as provide an opportunity for the corporations to explore shared interests with each other, according to Lundquist. The initiative will occur in two phases. Phase One, which will take place throughout the next several months, will gather information through five studies – demographics, facilities, Wabash County workforce profile, academic audit and analysis of financial strength –

and summarize the needs, challenges and opportunities identified through the studies, according to Lundquist. “At the conclusion of Phase One, we will be asking each of the school districts whether or not they want to continue into Phase Two,” she said, “because Phase Two is intended to start the discussion of what we do have in common? What don’t we have in common? How might we be able to advance some of the educational opportunities for students and still do it within the financial resources that we have? “At that point, we expect the conversation to more broadly engage the community and so we would have community interest surveys. What do the priorities that people in your school district would identify for the students, the staff, the leaders of the school district?” Phase Two, which is slated to take place in the fall, will assist the districts in using the data by conduct-

The school boards from Wabash City Schools, MSD of Wabash County and Manchester Community Schools were all in attendance for the first “Studies for Advancement” meeting on Thursday, April 20. The boards’ presidents told The Paper of Wabash County they’re excited for the studies’ outcomes. Photo by Emma Rausch ing interest surveys to gather community opinions, host facilitated community discussions on shared interests and administer external analysis of legal factors related to shared interests. However, for now, the boards should expect a “quiet period” while the studies are conducted and can anticipate progress reports throughout the process, Lundquist continued. At the end of the meeting, the three school boards’ presidents agreed that they’re looking forward to the initiative’s results. “Any time we’re

trying to look at what’s really a great opportunity or could be is a plus for us,” Wabash board president Kim Pinkerton told The Paper of Wabash County, “and for them (the C o m m u n i t y Foundation) to be gracious enough to step forward to finance capabilities for a study of this magnitude, to me, is awesome because I never want to not have enough data to be looking at those areas that are important to our students to have successful futures. “So I am absolutely thrilled that we have this level of expertise brought to us by

the Community Foundation to do this.” Manchester Board President Steve Flack concurred with Pinkerton. “We’re very excited about the study,” Flack said. “We’re behind it 100 percent. Like Ms. Pinkerton was saying, anything to help further education in our community and our county, to help our students, we’re all for it. “Hopefully, we’ll learn something very valuable from it that we can take back to each district and apply those findings to help make our district even better, to help our children in those districts better students (and) better citizens in our society.” Bowman told The Paper that his board is also looking forward to the initiative. “I know our board is pretty excited about getting this information and hopefully it’ll be solid, good information that is applicable to MSD and how we approach that,” he said. “Even though we represent the school district, we also represent the Wabash community as a whole and we want to do what’s best for everybody, especially in the future of the county, while realizing that we do represent MSD first.”

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Local students get glimpse of life in China ...continued from the front page The day provided an opportunity of fun and learning with the whole family while also promoting art and music within local youth, according to Bretzman. “I like that we were able to have some hands on experiences with artwork and be able to see all the things that my kids have made and put on display,” she said. “It’s been kind of a nice day to celebrate art and all the things that come with it.” Bretzman’s daughter Kiana, 8, participated in several of the festival’s crafts and shared interesting facts she’s learned about the culture with her family. Kiana told The Paper her favorite part of the festival was partaking in the Chinese brush paintings session. “We made bamboo trees and I really enjoyed using my own technique by sort of being able to use a big brush and being able to just stamp down my own way,”

Kiana said, “because in our art classes I would not be able to do that with all these skinny brushes. I just couldn’t use my own technique like I wanted to. “I liked to learn so much how (bamboo) is actually a grass and Chinese people can actually make their own ink, and I actually really enjoyed using real ink (during the session) because I just felt like I was doing the real Chinese tradition painting.” Looking to next year, Ward said the festival will spotlight Oceana countries, including New Zealand, Australia, Samoa and other islands. At each year’s festival, no matter if the youth learned an interesting fact or simply created an item for display, every attendee has the opportunity to take home artistic and educational values, and the community should rally around continually encourag-

ing those values in our youth, according to Ward. “I want (the community) to support what the kids do, the fine work that our art and music teachers do in our schools, how important art is for everybody,” Ward told The Paper following the festival’s last

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Performers from the Fort Wayne Chinese Families and Friends Association demonstrate a traditional Chinese dance for audience members at the 11th annual Wabash FAME Festival. Photo by Emma Rausch

Manchester freshmen to host world’s fair By The Paper staff NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester High School freshmen will host a world’s fair from 9-11 a.m. Thursday, May 4. Freshmen students will have a walkthrough of booths consisting of a tri-fold poster (including history, statistics, and culture essay), E-book (relating to endangered animals), cultural artifact (clothing, food.), and a virtual reality device for visitors to learn about more than 50 different countries.. The event will be in the Administration Building Auditorium at Manchester Jr. High School.

main event, the Composition Project. “The arts are so important, special part of us to let our emotions come into play and just to become a real person. So they’re definitely important and I will keep promoting (this festival) as long as I can.”

Mallory Tart (front) and Kiana Bretzman (back) stamp Chinese characters onto their ink paintings of bamboo. Photo by Emma Rausch

Mason and Mallory Tart point out items on a map that was drawn by a Wabash County area youth. The Wabash FAME Festival featured youth artists and musicians to encourage their interests in those fields. Photo by Emma Rausch

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U P C O M I N G EVENTS AT SALAMONIE AND MISSISSINEWA: The event “Teen Trash Bash and Bonfire” will be held at Salamonie Lake on Friday, April 28 from 4-8 p.m. Meet at S a l a m o n i e Interpretive Center. Bring your friends and show the community what a difference teens can make in the environment. Wabash County and Huntington County youth (and any adults they can recruit) are invited to compete for the most trash collected. Work from 4-7:30 p.m. or 5-8:30 p.m. and then return to the S a l a m o n i e Interpretive Center for a bonfire and hot dog roast. Dress for the event by wearing long pants, heavy shoes, and gloves. Trash bags will be p r o v i d e d . Participants should register on-line or by calling 260-468-2127. National Volunteer

Week at Indiana State Parks is April 23-29. From maintaining trails to helping in a nature center, you can celebrate National Volunteer Week by donating your time. Stop by the Salamonie Property Office or Interpretive Center and sign up to help get Salamonie Lake property ready for the upcoming recreation season. Salamonie staff will have suggestions for litter pick-up locations, trail maintenance and other areas on the property that would greatly benefit from volunteer help. For more information call 260468-2127. The Miami Harvest Project Hike will be at Salamonie Lake Saturday, May 6 from 10-11:30 a.m. You are invited to wonder the trails of Salamonie Lake with Miami Plant Tradition Bearer Dani Tippmann. Learn the names of plants and their traditional Native American uses. For more information call 260-4682127. The event, “Creative Campfire Cooking with Kids” will take place Saturday, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. Come celebrate “Let’s Camp America” Weekend by learning some creative, kid-friendly campfire recipes (adults will love these,

too!). Bring your appetite with you to either Salamonie Lake or Mississinewa Lake and enjoy some tasty campfire food. Donations accepted. For event location details and to register, please call 260-4682127. Salamonie’s Second Saturdays Program will present, “Shelter Building and Survival Skills” on Saturday, May 13 from 1-3 p.m. at Salamonie Interpretive Nature Center. Build a shelter and take a beginners class on successfully surviving in the outdoors; fulfills requirements for Webelos ScoutsCastaway. Programs are designed for families and adults must accompany children. The cost is $3 per person. Please pre-register by calling 260-4682127. On Saturday, May 13 two sessions of a “Forest Bathing Walk” will be offered at Salamonie Lake. Enjoy a relaxing morning or afternoon walk in the woods while practicing the Japanese art of Shinrin-Yoku. The Forest Bathing Walks are led by Indiana’s only certified Forest Therapy guide Christy Thomson. The first walk is offered from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and is followed by a Forest Bathing presentation until

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Interpretive and Nature Center phone number is 260-4682127. LAGRO TOWN HALL normal business hours are Monday-Friday from 8-11:30 a.m. and 1:303:30 p.m. The Lagro Town Hall phone Number is 260-7822451. For emergency assistance please call Scott at 260-571-3271. FIRE HYDRANTS WILL BE FLUSHED in Lagro during the month of April. There is the possibility that residents may experience low water pressure during this time period. LAGRO COMMUNITY SPRING CLEAN UP is scheduled for Saturday, April 29. Please place all items for the spring clean up by curb side the night before. AN ALL YOU CAN EAT GRILLED AND HAND-BREADED TENDERLOIN DINNER will be held at St. Paul’s County Line Church on Saturday, April 29 from 4-7 p.m. The dinner will include grilled and hand-breaded tenderloins, 2 side dishes, dessert and drinks. The cost for this dinner is $9 for adults, $6 for children ages 6-12, with children ages 5 and under free. Carry out will be available. A FREE YOUTH FISHING DERBY will be on Saturday, May 6 at the Wabash Chapter Izaak Walton League, located at 10439 South State Road 13 (Somerset). This is for any youth up to 16 years of age. Prizes will be awarded in several categories. Bait will be

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furnished and fishing equipment will be available for anyone needing it. Also, at 2 p.m. there will be a youth archery clinic. Any youth interested in learning how to shoot a bow is welcome. There will be a certified archery instructor form the State Division Izaac Walton League to teach the clinic. This clinic, like the fishing derby, is free of charge. Everyone is invited to come and view the facilities located on 25 acres with a 6 acre pond. You are welcome to bring your fishing poles and try your luck fishing, or hike the nature trails through the woods. The property will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, so come and enjoy the open house. If you have any questions please call Benny Ward at 260571-4135, or Ned Vandegrift at 260-5634963. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL will be conducted by Lagro United Methodist Church June 5-9 from 9-11:30 a.m. Mark your calendar to attend Lagro UMC’s version of Maker Fun Factory. Kids will become hands on inventors while they discover that they are lovingly designed by God. Vacation Bible School is for ages 4 through 12, (junior high and high school aged kids are welcome to lead groups of younger kids to each station). Snacks will be provided. The cost is free. There is no early registration, however it is asked

that kids fill out an emergency contact form and bring it with them on the first day. Forms can be picked up at Lagro UMC, The Junction, The Lagro Community Building, or by emailing rosskami@msdwc.k12.in.us. THE LAGRO C O M M U N I T Y CHURCH FOOD PANTRY wishes to thank all who have so generously contributed to their ministry. Without your help, they would not be able to continue. They are normally open the third Saturday of each month from 9-10 a.m. in the church basements. Please call 260-571-9064 for more information or questions. THE WEEKLY ISAAC-ISM: “You can learn many of life’s lessons from all kinds of sports. The sport of tennis is unique in the fact that you have to call your opponent’s shot in or out. For a young individual in the heat of competition trying to win, that’s a lot of pressure. So, you learn integrity, character, pride, and honesty. Individual sports can teach you a lot in life, like how to stand up for yourself. It’s a chess match out there, a mental game, not only in tennis, but in life too.” EVERYONE DO ME THAT SPECIAL FAVOR and have a safe enjoyable week! PLEASE EMAIL YOUR NEWS AND INFORMATION TO: Isaac.Triplett@yahoo. com, or call me at 260274-2261.

Southwood alumna heads to Miss Indiana pageant From Your News Local Jenna Schmidt, a 2012 Southwood High School graduate, will be heading to the Miss Indiana pageant in June as Miss Northeast Indiana 2017. In July 2016, Schmidt participated in the Miss Northeast Indiana pageant and earned the runner-up status. At the time, the pageant crowned Alexandra “Daisy” Dallas with the title. However, due to changes in her college education commitments, Dallas elected to step down and resulted in Schmidt becoming the new Miss Northeast Indiana. “It was very unexpected,” Schmidt told Oldies 105.9 the Bash, “but it’s a blessing and

I’ve very excited.” A recent graduate of Purdue University, Schmidt’s platform is “Embrace the Ability in Disability.” In 2015, she was also chosen to be a 500 Festival Princess, which served as an ambassador of the 500 Festival and Indiana. Now, she’s looking forward to attending the state pageant as Miss Northeast, instead of an audience member. “It was truly amazing,” Schmidt said. “This is an organization that I’ve been a part of for the last two years and going to Miss Indiana has been a huge dream of mine. It’s been something that I’ve looked forward to and I’ve gone and watched the last two years in the audi-

Jenna Schmidt, a 2012 Southwood High School graduate, will be heading to the Miss Indiana Pageant in June as Miss Northeast Indiana after the former titleholder stepped down. Photo provided ence. “I’ve had the opportunity to represent other parts of the state in different ways,” she later continued, “but

getting to represent an area that’s close to my heart is … so nice and so humbling to be able to do.”

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LIBERTY BELLS will meet at Bob Evans in Wabash on Tuesday, May 2nd at 11:30 a.m. FREE YOUTH FISHING DERBY will be held on May 6, at noon, at the Wabash Chapter Izaak Walton League located at 10439 S.State Rd. 13 (Somerset). This is for any youth up to 16 years of age and prizes will be awarded in several categories. Bait will be furnished and fishing equipment will be available for anyone needing it. Also, on this day at 2:00, there will be a youth archery clinic. Any youth interested in learning how to shoot a bow is welcome. There will be a certified archery instructor from the State Division Izaak Walton League to teach the clinic.This clinic, like the fishing derby, is free of charge. WABASH CHAPTER IZAAK would like to invite everyone to come and view our facilities on May 6 as well. It owns 25 acres with a 6 acre pond, and you are welcome to bring your fishing poles and try your luck fishing or hike our nature trails thru the woods. The property will be open from 8 a.m to 4 p.m.. VETERANS met for coffee and cookies on Friday April 14 at the LaFontaine Community Building. There were 22 veterans who attended. Veterans say thank you to Rosemary Barnes for providing the cookies. Next Veterans Coffee and Snack will be May 12 at 9 a.m. at the LaFontaine Community Building. Kaye Young volunteered to bring the snack. LUCKY HORSESHOE 4-H club will meet on May 11 at 7 p.m. at the Somerset Community Building. L A F O N TA I N E LIONS met for their meeting on Thursday April13 in the Lions Room at the LaFontaine Community Building with Cody Rutledge as host. Vice President Brad Rody opened the meeting with him leading the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag followed by Lion Gary Nose giving the prayer. Secretary and Treasure reports were given and

approved. Discuss the project for the town park. Need to find out just what and where they want the pavilion. Lion members were told when they need to be here for the breakfast. It was stated that Jackee Eib and the Worthington family would be here to help with the Easter Egg Hunt. Following the meeting the members would finish felling the eggs and set up for breakfast. With no further business to discuss meeting was adjoined. L A F O N TA I N E LIONS gives a big thank you to everyone who came and supported their breakfast on Saturday, April 15. The Easter Egg hunt was successful again this year. Thank you to the Easter Bunny who came and to all the helpers who hid the eggs. The winners of the special eggs were: Ella Chambers, Raymie McPherson, and Lydia Jacobson. SOUTHWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Noble Knight Winners for week April 10-14 are: Junior High-Kyla Jacobs nominated by Mrs. Bell. High SchoolBaylee Swain nominated by Mrs. Winer. Keep up the good work Knights! L A F O N TA I N E “ASHLAND DAYS” FESTIVAL committee is hosting a Homemade Chicken and Noodle dinner on Saturday, April 29, from noon to 5 p.m. at the LaFontaine Community Building. All proceeds will go towards LaFontaine Festival. So come out and support your local town. If you would like to donate a dessert for this please drop them off at the community building on Saturday after 9 a.m. This is a fund raiser to help pay the bills of the festival. The committee has been working hard to bring new things to the festival. LAFONTAINE FESTIVAL is teaming up with Goodfellas Pizza and will be having a fundraiser on Monday, April 24. When you order a pizza from Goodfellas on these days, 10% of those orders will go to the LaFontaine Festival. This is good news for all of us who are from LaFontaine. Those who are from LaFontaine can place their order all day until 4pm and you will be able to pick up your order at the Family Dollar parking lot between 5:30-6pm on those Mondays. This way you do not need to go all the way to Wabash. Just let them know that you are with the Lafontaine order when you place your

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T H U R S D AY ’ S CHILD is in need of donations of baby wipes, baby wash and diapers size 4-5. The facility is located on South Mill Street, just north of the Thrift Store and is open every Thursday from 1-4 p.m. Thursday’s Child offers clothing and accessories for children Newborn4T. Diapers and formula may also be offered when available. Parents only, may visit the shop to select items needed. Donations of diapers and 3-4 T clothing are needed at this time. Thursday’s Child is a service of the Fellowship of Churches. Y O U T H TRIATHLON at M a n c h e s t e r University. The M a n c h e s t e r U n i v e r s i t y Department of Exercise Science and Athletic Training along with the College of Business invites you and your child(ren) to participate in the M a n c h e s t e r University Youth Triathlon. The triathlon will be held at Manchester University on April 29th, 2017 and is provided free of charge to help fight childhood obesity and promote physical fitness. Participants will receive a medal, snacks, bike helmet and t-shirt. The event is free. For more information and to register, click here. Run/Walk*Bike*Fitn ess Obstacle Course for Students from K–5: K and 1st graders: Bike 1 Lap / Run .25 miles. 2nd and 3rd graders: Bike 2 Laps / Run .5 miles. 4th and 5th graders: Bike 3 Laps / Run .75 miles. Must bring your own bike. Contact Manchester University for more information or to register. LADIES TEA:

Please join us for our Annual Ladies Tea on Sunday, April 30, 2017 from 2 – 4 p.m. at the South Pleasant United Methodist Church located 3 miles south of Silver Lake on the west side of State Road 15. Our program will be a celebration of Summer and God’s blessings “Let The Sonshine In”. Sponsored by the United Methodist Women. Please call Lisa Sheehan at 765985-3568 for questions or RSVP. MAY FRIENDSHIP DAY: “Kindling the Fire” has been chosen as the theme for the 2017 May Friendship Day celebration which will be held at the Timbercrest Assembly Room, 2201 East Street on Friday, May 12. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Jewelry will be sold to benefit “Destiny’s Rescue” fighting child exploitation and slavery. In the May Friendship Celebration we hope to find ways to grow in relationships and ways to minister to one another, and look for opportunities to open wide the doors to God’s people, whoever they are and wherever we meet them on our faith journey. The celebration will also include the Fellowship of the Least Coin. May Friendship Day is hosted by Church Women United. COMMUNITY DINNER will be held at the North Manchester United Methodist Church at 306 E. Second Street on Friday, May 5 from 4:30 - 7 p.m. Menu: baked steak, mashed potatoes w/gravy, green beans, salad & dessert. Carry out available. $8 adult. $5 children 7-12. Six and under Free. IZAAK WALTON YOUTH FISHING DERBY: A free youth fishing derby will be held on May 6, at 12 p.m. at the Wabash Chapter Izaak Walton League located at 10439 S. State Rd. 13 (Somerset). This is for any youth up to 16 years of age and prizes will be awarded in several categories. Bait will be furnished and fish-

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ing equipment will be available for anyone needing it. Also on this day at 2 p.m., there will be a youth archery clinic. Any youth interested in learning how to shoot a bow is welcome. There will be a certified archery instructor from the State Division Izaak Walton League to teach the clinic. This clinic, like the fishing derby, is free of charge. We would like to invite everyone to come and view our facilities on May 6 as well. We own 25 acres with a 6 acre pond, and you are welcome to bring your fishing poles and try your luck fishing or hike our nature trails thru the woods. The property will be open from 8 a.m until 4 p.m.. Come and enjoy our Open House! If you have any questions please call Benny Ward, at 260-571-4135, or Ned Vandegrift, at 260-563-4963. JONAH CLUB FISH FRY at the Congregational Christian Church on May 19. Carry outs (drive through carry out lane) available from 4-6:30 p.m. Dine in from 4:30-7 p.m. Proceeds benefit mission projects and trips. Fish Fry tickets can be purchased at the church office for $8 before May 20, $9 at the door. The church is located at 310 N. Walnut Street. SOUP SUPPER hosted by the Fellowship of Churches is held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at the Zion Lutheran Church from 4:30-6 p.m. The church is located at 113 W. Main Street. AREA FIVE AGENCY NUTRITION PROGRAM Provides lunch to seniors 60 and over at the Warvel Park Scout Hall Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. Meals are a balanced meal. Lunch is on a donation basis. Must call between 9 am. – 1 p.m. the day before to reserve lunch for the next day. Euchre is played every Wednesday. To reserve your lunch call 982-9940. P A R T I N G S H O T S : “Comparison is the

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to visit with old friends. This event is hosted by the Urbana Lions Club and is held in the Urbana Community Building. URBANA SPRING CLEAN UP DATE is April 29. Please help the Urbana Lions Club help keep the Urbana community a beautiful place to live. There will be a dumpster and Lions Club members at the Urbana ball field near the pavilion from 8 a.m. to mid-afternoon. The Wabash County Solid Waste Management Office (in the old REMC Building) will be open to accept tires. There will be a flatbed trailer to transport appliances to the recycling center. No brush will be taken. URBANA LIONS CLUB could like to thank all who helped or attended their Pork Chop supper on April 19 and to Pooles’ Meat Market for preparing the pork chops and baked beans. The Lions Club is thankful for all who support their fundraisers so they can continue to help the Urbana community. SHARP CREEK WILDCAT PRIDE WINNERS drawn on April 14 were Jayden Janner who was nominated by Mr. Snyder for paying attention and answering questions in Math class and Ashlynn Pennington who was nominated by Mrs.

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Taking shape:

The new restrooms at the Urbana ballfield are almost completed. The Urbana Lions have been doing a lot of work at the Urbana park/ballfield area with more work to be done. The floors of the restroom need to be painted and signs added to the doors. Holders for paper towels and toilet paper and waste baskets still need to be purchased. The three old light poles that have been at the ballfield since the Urbana school was there are being taken down and new wiring will be installed. The pile of cement needs to be removed. All of the work to this point has been paid for by the Urbana Lions Club, grants, and individual donors. If anyone is interested in helping with these remaining costs of improvements at the ballfield, you can send a check to the Urbana Lions Club in care of at Post Office Box 97, Urbana, IN 46990. All donations will be very much appreciated. Photo provided

Pattison for getting a high score on Moby Max. SHARP CREEK DATES TILL SCHOOL IS OUT: April 24 to May 5 is the ISTEP testing window; May 8 to May 19 is the NWEA spring test window. May 10 to 12 - 6th grade to Camp Trafalgar. May 16 – Art Symphony in color Reception. May 24 – 5th grade track meet in the morning. May 24 – Book It Reward for students that made their goal

EVERY month. May 24 – 4th grade trip to Wabash Museum and tour. May 25 – 6th grade track meet in the morning. May 25 – Wildcat Pride Reward movie. May 26 – Last student day – Field Day. NORTHFIELD ATHLETES: The 2017 Mass Sports Physical will be held on May 22 at Wabash Middle School. Physical exam packets are available in the Northfield Athletic office. There will be more details

closer to the date. NATIONAL 4-H DAY OF SERVICE: 4H members and families are asked to participate in the National 4-H Day of Service from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on April 29. One opportunity for Urbana area 4-H youth to serve is at the Urbana Spring Clean Up day sponsored by the Urbana Lions Club. Club members need help assisting people in unloading items people are bringing to put in the dumpster or on trailers. Help would be appreciated anytime from 8 a.m. to early afternoon at the Urbana park/ball field area. B R E A K FA S T BUNCH: The following people met at Bob

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Evans on April 19: Peggy and Chad Dilling, Phil and Jan Weck, Mary Ann and Marvin Mast, John and Darla Eads, Helen Dawes, Eileen Weck, Anne Bell, and Carol Layne. It was good to also have Doris Mattern, Alma DeVore and Max and Ruth Reed back. The group will meet again on April 26 at 7:30 a.m. at Bob Evans in Wabash. PRAYER CONCERNS: Please continue to remember Pastor Wade, Larry Meyer, Esther Wagner, Craig and Carolyn Winegardner, Todd Eiler, Nancy and Harold Christie, Richard Miller, Gladys Hall, Jane Winebrenner, and Jonathan Fawley. BIRTHDAYS: April 27 – John Baer, Stephanie Gray. April 28 – Maddie Snyder. April 29 – Ray Terrel. April 30 – Morgan Williams, Andrea Cook. May 1 – Carly Mast, Nancy Miller, Logan Cooke. May 3 – Brittany DeVore, John Atkins. A N N I V E R SARIES: April 29 – Ed and Pat Moore. NEWS ITEMS and/or pictures may be sent to me at mamast812@gmail.co m or by calling 260377-9475.

Salamonie to host Youth Trash Bash By The Paper staff Youth from Wabash and Huntington counties are invited to compete for the most trash collected during the Salamonie Lake’s Youth Trash Bash on Friday, April 28. The event will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Participants can get credit for any volunteer hours you may be required to log for your school or organi-

zation and have fun too. Volunteers will clean up trash around the reservoir, perform trail work and remove invasive plants. Afterward there will have a bonfire and hot dog roast. Participants should meet at the Salamonie Interpretive Center, 3691 New Holland Road, Andrews. For more information and to register, call 260468-2127.

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April 26, 2017

Joy Harber 765-833-5231 roannhappenings @yahoo.com

ROANN FESTIVAL FUNDRAISER: The annual R i c h v a l l e y Tenderloin Meal will be held on April 29 at the Roann Community Building, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ROANN FARM-

ERS MARKET: is set to begin on June 2 and continue on Fridays throughout the summer. If you are interested in being a part of the Farmer’s Market for the summer of 2017, please contact Jerry Nelson at 765-9982863. THE ROANN U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T Women met April 12 in the church fellowship hall, with Sally Robbins and Alice Stephenson serving as hostesses. Connie Doud opened the meeting with prayer and welcome to all. Connie thanked everyone for helping

with the chicken noodle dinner which was held in March, and also thanked everyone who helped with the funeral dinner for Herman Bozarth’s family. The guest for the evening was Kendall Keeling, Alice Stephenson’s great nephew. Kendall had a lifechanging event happen last July, at the age of nineteen. Fireworks exploded in his right hand. The damage was so great that his hand could not be saved. Nine months later, he is recovering and wearing a bionic hand. He was able to show the group what he has

learned to do with his new hand. He is working for the city of Kokomo, and has resumed a normal life. He gave his testimony about what a life-changing event this has been. He has turned to the Lord for strength and is attending church. With prayers from his family, friends, and community, Kendal has returned to a full and functioning life. The next meeting will be a dinner out on May 10, in honor of Mother’s Day. (From the minutes of the Roann Methodist Women) ROANN COMMUNITY GARAGE

SALE dates have been set for June 1617. All those interested in having a sale may start and stop any day and times they want to. There will be no maps. If you want your name and address specifically in the ad, please contact Peggy at 765833-6224 and leave a message. THE ROANN COVERED BRIDGE Committee is in need of someone to organize the festival arts & crafts show. This would entail checking people in with their crafts, setting up the arts & crafts for display during the festival, enlisting judges

www.thepaperofwabash.com and volunteers to sit with the crafts during the open hours at the festival. Crafts are checked out on Saturday evening. Please contact Donna Harman at 765-8335663 for more information or to volunteer. HAPPY BIRTHDAY this week to Margaret Flitcraft, Scott Schultz, Jan Mills, Jodie Coffman, Connie Slagle, Brian Lyons, Jeff McBride, Levi Summers, Ally Blackburn, Rex Kerr, Jarret McWhirt, and Marie Krom. H A P P Y ANNIVERSARY this week to Mr. and Mrs. Steve Foust.

CHECK OUT the Roann Community Calendar of events each month at http://roannin.us/ Click on Community Calendar to find out what is going on in the area. For more information, please call Roann Town Hall at 765-833-2100. ROANN NEWS ITEMS may be sent to roannhappenings@yahoo.com, or you may call the phone number listed. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s issue of the paper is Tuesday at noon. It would be best to submit timely news items two weeks in advance.

City orders Adams Street home razed By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com A home at 1326 Adams St. was ordered demolished when the Wabash Board of Public Works and Safety met on Thursday, April 20. The home, owned by DMI Consulting, is dilapidated, a fire hazard, decreases property values, a health hazard and is unfit for habitation, according to B u i l d i n g Commissioner John Stephens. “There’s some things that could be corrected,” he said. “(DMI representative Justin Brooks) doesn’t respond.” The interior of the house has been cleared of debris, Stephens told the board. “The exterior still has debris,” he continued. “It hasn’t been mowed.” Board member Dee Byerly asked if the house was structurally sound “or are we just spinning our wheels?” Stephens called the house “OK. The back of the house needs to be demolished. There’s no question that it’s got mold. The rest of the house needs a roof. It needs a new electrical server.” Byerly also asked

if a decision to demolish should be made at Thursday’s meeting or wait until a future meeting. Stephens said a decision at the May 4 meeting would be acceptable. To that, board member Todd Titus asked what would be accomplished by delaying the decision. “Probably nothing,” Stephens said. The board unani-

mously ordered the structure razed. It also tabled two other building issues. Chad Stevens told the board he would like to donate a building at 531 E. Hill St. to the city. It was part of an unsafe building hearing in March, but the city gave Stevens 30 days to try to find a buyer. He was unable to

do so and opted to donate the structure. However, he did ask for a receipt for the amount of supplies he’s already put into the home for repairs, about $30,000, and for the city to waive a $1,062 lien against the property for lawn mowing services. The matter was tabled so the city could explore what needed to do in regard to the receipt.

“We need to talk to the treasurer to find out what we can and can’t do and what the procedure is,” City Attorney Randi Zimmerman-Irgang

said. It also tabled a matter related to a home at 38 Ross Ave. Mayor Scott Long said the city has been unable to ascer-

tain whether the owner is deceased, so a notice of publication must be advertised before any action can take place.

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Large 4 bedroom, 3 bath house with many extras. This house has a private suite in the rear featuring a full kitchen, master bathroom and its own heat source. The main house has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and a gas fireplace. The 1.7 acre lot features a full tennis court with basketball goal and an above-ground pool with decking and privacy fence. The roof, windows and siding were installed in 2004. The water heater was new in 2012. The house has city water but two septic tanks. This house has a lot to offer. MLS #201716900 $189,900 NEW LISTING - TEXT MRF4 TO 96000

Here is your chance to own a profitable office/apartment building in Historic Downtown Wabash. The main level has seven office which rent for a total of $750.00 per month. the six upstairs apartments rent for a total of $3,600.00 per month. The south half of the main level rents for $450.00 per month. You won't find many commercial office locations in Wabash with the 14 space parking lot adjacent to the building. MLS #201713801 $174,900 GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY - TEXT MRF7 TO 96000

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33 CORY, PERU Spacious three bedroom, 2 bath home close to all you need. Large master bath features double vanity, garden tub and separate shower unit. Appliances stay in large galley style kitchen that opens to dining area on one end and breakfast room on the other. Washer and dryer also stay in separate laundry area. Spacious living room great for entertaining. Property just needs a little TLC and your personal touch. Seller has never lived at the property, selling as part of an estate. MLS #201611388 • $40,000 REDUCED - TEXT MRF12 TO 96000

Great location just outside of Wabash! House has so much potential with just a little handy work. Two bedrooms and one bath with large kitchen, utility room and family room. Potential of a third bedroom being upstairs landing area. No floor coverings/trim work in some rooms. Side deck with privacy fence would be a private and relaxing area this summer! House has been winterized and has 200 amp electrical panel. Electricity is not on so bring your flashlight if looking after dark. Basement entrance is outside by driveway. Possible foundation issue by basement doorway. Bank REO. MLS #201715864 $44,900 NEW LISTING - TEXT MRF3 TO 96000 16UC468

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96 N HUNTINGTON STREET, WABASH HALF STREET Unique opportunity in Wabash to own large facility in a single location close to downtown. One of the buildings is on owned land, two are on land leased long-term from the adjacent railroad. Railroad is willing to enter into a new lease with the buyer. All buildings on the railroad One half acre building site adjacent to Wabash ground are owned by the seller. Will sell together or will split. High School. Very nice lot with a great location. MLS #201550523 $240,000 MLS #201715161 $19,500 NEW LISTING-LOT- TEXT MRF11 TO 96000 UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY - TEXT MRF9 TO 96000

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Organizations to host freshmen career fair By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Several

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organizations in Wabash County are partnering to host a career fair for freshmen in Huntington,

Wabash and Miami counties. The event, the first Northeast Indiana Career Expo, will be on Friday, April 28, at the Wabash County fairgrounds and at the Honeywell Center. It is sponsored by the Heartland Career Center in conjunction with The Community Foundation of Wabash County, the E c o n o m i c Development Group of Wabash County,

the Honeywell Foundation, Ivy Tech Community College Wabash campus, Northeast Indiana Works, Southwood High School, Vincennes University, Wabash County United Fund, Wabash County Purdue Extension and Wabash High School. “The purpose of the event is to partner business and education in presenting students with real world

experiences in career exploration,” Pete DuPont, Heartland Career Center Supervisor of Student Services, wrote in a letter to area businesses and industries. “The Expo will focus on allowing ninth grade students exposure to careers that best represent our region in Northeast Indiana.” Participating businesses and industries will have interactive booths to allow the students to have some hands-on experiences.

The event also has two underlying themes, according to Angela Christopher, Purdue Extension Youth Educator. One is people in non-traditional careers, such as females working in what is predominately believed to be a male profession and vice versa. The other is to talk about soft skills needed in various professions. “We would like employers to demonstrate and-or discuss with students what the top soft skills are

for their particular career pathway,” DuPont wrote in the letter. There is no cost to participate in the event. Any business or industry interested in participating should complete the Google form registration at https://goo.gl/forms/ y08fcDObaXRxVMYU 2. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and organizers expect about 1,000 students to attend.

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Embracing Rood Wabash baseball seeks to reclaim its roots By Kyle Kelshimer Special to The Paper

miss, because if you did, you weren’t going to play that night. And he didn’t care that it was ‘voluntary’… you didn’t put forth an effort,” added Barrows. During his tenure at Wabash, Rood amassed a 411-211-1 record, winning eight conference championships, four sectionals, two regionals, a semi-state, and in 1986 led his Apaches to a state championship, a year after they had a 1217 record. That team became the smallest (by school population) to ever win the single class state tournament. Nine years after the state championship run, Rood died tragically in his home of a heart attack at the age of 47, on the first day of baseball practice. “Knowing Chris, he was probably watching a ball game,” said Atkinson. A year later, Rood was inducted posthumously into the Indiana Baseball Hall of Fame. Jack Holley, current head baseball coach at Wabash High School (2015-present), played for Rood on the 1986 state championship team and considered him to be a father figure. “My father passed away right after we had won state, and (Rood) was one of the first people who got a hold of me. He was as hardnosed a coach as I have ever played for, and for him to do that, it meant a lot,” explained Holley. Holley not only credits Rood for his desire to be a coach, but also credits his coaching philosophy to his former skipper. “At Wabash, we’re trying to get it back to the way [Coach Rood] believed baseball was supposed to be played. And I believe that way too because that’s what he taught me.” Under Holley’s leadership, Wabash has made it a priority to embrace the tradition that his former coach had built. While that does involves harnessing the same “small ball,” hardnosed philosophy Rood had, it also means paying tribute to him in other ways. “We put [Rood’s] number [37] on our jerseys and hats, not just in honor of him, but also to reflect the tradition that he has built. Because Wabash Baseball, that’s him,” said Holley. Together, Holley and Barrows (who is currently writing a book titled “The Culture of Rood”) along with the rest of the Wabash coaching staff, look to harness that tradition for their young squad this season, who got underway March 29, as they try to pursue their first sectional title in 14 years.

From Bob Knight and IU Basketball, to Notre Dame Football and 11 national championships, to the “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” the Indy 500, Indiana sports scream tradition. But not any kind of tradition; it is a tradition that reflects the men and women of the state who call themselves Hoosiers. It is an Indiana tradition. Gritty, bluecollared, players often fused with unrelenting, outspoken, disciplined coaches who would mold their team, o f t e n unmatched and less talented, into believing that through concentration and execution Coach Chris Rood amassed they, as a team, a record of 411-211-1 as head could do any- coach of the Wabash Apaches thing. baseball team. Photo providThink Bob ed Knight. Think Knute Rockne. Think Thomas “Chris” Rood. Chris Rood, to many in the state, has become more than just an old baseball coach. He has become a legend to those who knew him and knew of him. Rood, a native of Pierceton, Indiana, started coaching at Wabash High School in the early 70’s. At the time, Wabash baseball was on the verge of extinction. With little funding and resources, Rood constructed one of the premier baseball programs in the state. Rick Atkinson, Rood’s former roommate and teammate at Taylor University and who also coached against him at Mississenewa High School, said Rood sought perfection. “I know for one set of uniforms he drove to Boston, designed them, and then they shipped Kyle Kelsheimer, a current student/baseball them to his house. He was like that. He wanted player at Taylor University and a 2015 graduate things done just right,” said Atkinson. of Wabash High School. Currently he is taking According to Atkinson, that’s exactly how he an Intro to Media Writing class at Taylor which was as a player. A second basemen at Taylor, has gave him the opportunity to construct a feaonly standing about 5-foot, 7-inches in stature, ture story about Wabash baseball and Chris Rood was an NAIA All-American, using his Rood. tenacity and passion for the game to excel on the field. “He would stick his arm out and get hit, and would always hustle. And the Wabash kids, they played the way Chris played,” continued Atkinson. Bill Barrows, a player on Rood’s first team at Wabash and a current assistant coach for the Apaches, said that they were pushed to work hard and achieve perfection. “When [Rood] said that we were having voluntary batting practice at the city park at One of the many tributes that can be found around Wabash High School 5:30 in the morning, and the Wabash High School baseball diamond, named in honor of its late you didn’t miss. You coach. Photo provided knew better than to

Jaycee Parrett signs a letter of intent to play basketball at Trine University. Looking on are her mother and father, Stacie Parrett (left) and Jason Parrett, Wabash Lady Apaches coach Matt Stone and WHS principal Kyle Wieland. Photo by Joseph Slacian

Wabash’s Parrett headed for Trine County Player of the Year to play basketball for Thunder By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Wabash High School senior Jaycee Parrett will continue her basketball career at Trine University. Parrett, surrounded by school officials and family members signed a letter of intent on Thursday, April 20. “They do have a good program with what I am going for, which is business technology,” she said. “It has a good placement program for like jobs and everything.” She’s not sure yet what her role to the Trine team will be. But, she said, she hopes “to be a good value to the team.” She will likely play guard, she said, “and maybe be a good defensive player as well.” Lady Apache coach Matt Stone praised Parrett for her contribution to the Wabash team over the years. “She’s that player that actually grew as she grew,” he said. “She was a j.v. player as a freshman. She was a split time player as a sophomore when we went to the semistate. She did a good job for us, but just had a small role. “As a junior she took on a bigger role, and as a senior blossomed into an all-state kid. It’s nice when you see that. “I think that’s the kind of role she’ll have a Trine.” Stone expects Parrett to have to work her way into playing time at the Angola-based school. “She’ll have to work hard and work her way up, and I think she knows how to do that because she just did it in high school. She carried us a lot of times. She certainly was the best player in the county, and she got that through a lot of hard work. It didn’t come right

away like it does for a lot of kids who are automatically all-stars as freshmen.” A three-year Wabash varsity player, Parrett averaged 16.7 points and 7.0 rebounds per game. She scored 417 points her senior year and had 174 rebounds for the season, both the ninth most in WHS history. In the Lady Apaches’ game against North Miami, Parrett scored 34 points, the seventh most in Wabash history. Her junior year she averaged 10.0 ppg. She was a member of three straight Wabash County Tourney championship teams, and was a member of the 2015 Final Four team. As a senior, Parrett received Wabash County Tourney MVP honors, as well as Wabash County Player of the Year. She was named to the All-Three Rivers Conference first team, the third team All State by the Indiana Coaches of Girls Sports Association, and first team Indiana Basketball Coaches Association small school First Team. Parrett played volleyball in the fall and is on the Wabash girls tennis team in the spring. Trine, coached by Ryan Gould, finished the 2016-17 basketball season ranked No. 17 in the final D3hoops.com poll and No.18 in the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association’s season-ending poll. Last season the Thunder won its first Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association title, and appeared in the NCAA Division III women’s basketball tourney for the first time. It was eliminated in the second round by Ohio Northern. The team went 25-3 overall, 15-1 in the MIAA.

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Top 10 signs of a great teammate By Bill Barrows

I came across this subject on a coaching website that I’ve frequented, but I found out it was also on a number of others for different sports. It applies to everything from baseball to football to basketball to soccer. It really was a timely find because I am on the staff of a baseball team that is struggling to find its identity while navigating through the early season. Let’s examine each of the signs in descending order: 10) You are willing to play any role that helps the team. Our team has a freshman who, was asked on the first practice of the season to learn how to be

a catcher. He accepted the r o l e without batting an eye. 9 ) Y o u wo u l d r ather score l e s s BILL BARROWS a n d w i n t h a n score a lot and lose. This applies more to basketball or soccer, but in detail could apply to any sport.

8) When your team scores, the first people you congratulate are your teammates. Pretty much goes without saying, because no one player can do it alone in a team sport. 7) You love practice as much as you love games. This one is big to me. You play only the way that you practice. Good habits breed great performances. 6) You respect your opponents, but you don’t fear them. Good players don’t throw in the towel against a dominant pitcher, they work to see a lot of pitches and find a way to get on base. 5) You listen, are coachable and respect your coaches and

officials. Taking instruction as well as constructive criticism and showing good sportsmanship, all part of the process. 4) You are quick to pick up a teammate who is having a bad day. Nothing helps rebuilding confidence than knowing another teammate has your back. 3) You help younger teammates who have less experience. Sets a good example for them as well as lets them know that you value them as a teammate. 2) You learn and grow from your own mistakes, as well as others. Instead of wasting energy agonizing over something that has already happened, you

find a way to learn to eliminate the possibility of duplicating errors. 1) You’re confident, but not arrogant. Confidence breeds confidence, arrogance easily breeds negative issues and loss of trust. At a locker room team meeting, all 10 of these points were discussed among our younger players. The talk among the players was thought provoking. I’m betting that we will look back on this and realize that there are young leaders emerging. Follow Bill Barrows on Twitter @bbarrows17webtv or email at bbarrows@thepaperofwabash.com

2 MHS swimmers earn national honors By The Paper staff

Three-time champions honored: Mayor Scott Long and the Wabash City Council honored the Emmanuel Christian School boys basketball team on Monday, April 10, for winning its third straight Indiana Association of Christian Schools Division II State Boys Basketball Tournament. Participating in the ceremony were (from left) Coach Merrill Templin, Isaac Cooper, Jake Clevinger, Jon Napier, J.C. Frank, Jaxton Coyne, Ariston Trusty, Mayor Scott Long, Levi Hinds, Brogan Templin, Davis Coyne, Preston Ritzema and Assistant Coach Jeff Miller. Photo provided

Family bike rides set to begin By The Paper staff

The Dam to Dam Ride (D2D) committee and Breakaway Bike and Fitness Shop have collaborated on a new health and wellness initiative that centers itself around the grassroots movement that started the annual Dam to Dam ride. Beginning the first Saturday in May, the Liking for Biking riding series will kick off as a family friendly fun ride, connecting people who simply enjoy riding their bicycle. From May through September, anyone who is interested in riding their bike during the Liking for Biking series is invited to meet at O.J. Neighbours Elementary School at 9 a.m. on the first Saturday of the month. A member of the Dam to Dam committee will serve as the point of contact each month. Rain date is the following Sunday. Breakaway Bike Shop will continue the riding series with Friday Feast Rides beginning June 16. Each month riders meet at a different restaurant and cycle 15-20 miles and have dinner together. “The feast rides offer the shorter-distance rider a fun way to socialize with other people who enjoy a similar cycling level,” said Shannon See, co-owner of Breakaway Bike Shop. “After the ride, we just grab a quick bite to eat before heading home. It’s really fun.” In 2010, William Rauh gathered a handful of his friends to ride the Wabash County Bike Route in celebration of his milestone birthday. The group of

friends enjoyed the leisure of riding bikes together throughout Wabash County so much that they chose to continue to make the ride an annual event. Organically, the event grew by word of mouth until 2014 when the local organizers partnered with Visit Wabash County to grow participation in what is now known as the Dam to Dam Wabash County Century Ride. “It has always been about riding my bike with friends and family,” said William Rauh, founder of the event and committee member. “The Dam to Dam Committee wants to hold true to the foundation of the event; that simple feeling of just riding your bike, breathing in fresh air and hanging out with friends. That is why the D2D event is a ‘tour’ and not a ‘race’.” Sept. 10 will mark the 8th anniversary of the Dam to Dam Wabash County Century Ride presented by Parkview Wabash Hospital. Breakaway Bike Shop’s Friday Feast rides are scheduled for June 16, July 28, Aug. 18, and Sept. 15. A full location and event calendar is available on the Dam to Dam or Breakaway Bike Shop website. The Liking for Biking series is free and open to everyone at any age and at any level. Anyone who chooses to participate will receive a $5 gift certificate to Breakaway Bike & Fitness Shop and a complementary T-shirt just for being a part of the biking series. Specific information regarding each of the family friendly fun rides is available on the Dam to Dam website.

NORTH MANCHESTER — T w o members of t h e Manchester H i g h School swim team, Tahnee Fuentes and B e n Green, TAHNEE FUENTES h a v e b e e n selected for the All America Team through the National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association of America, Inc. (NISCA). To be selected for this honor, athletes must meet the criteria for selection according to the NISCA guidelines. The requirements include, having a minimum GPA of 3.75 on a 4.00 scale, being a graduating senior, and lettering in your high school program during your senior year. Fuentes has been a member of the MHS Swim Team for four years and competes in the following events: 200 Free, 500 Free, 200 Medley Relay, and 400

Free Relay.Green has been a member of the MHS Swim Team for four years a n d c o m petes in the followi n g events: 200 IM, 1 0 0 Backstroke, 2 0 0 Medley R e l a y, BEN GREEN and 400 F r e e Relay. “These exemplary studentathletes should take pride in being a part of this tremendous honor. More than 342,294 students are involved in aquatics at the high school level in over 16,432 programs for boys and girls. And only 2 percent of these students are recognized as high school All Americans,” according to a letter from the NISCA organization. Each of the student-athletes recognized will receive a handsome certificate, sponsored by SPEEDO, noting their selection to the All America Team.

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Northfield grad wins songwriting competition Article provided Singer/songwriter Jeremy Nevil, a 2015 Northfield graduate, won the inaugural “Spring Shout” songwriting competition at the Be Here Now music venue in Muncie on April 14. The contest was sponsored by the Music Media Production (MMP) division of the Ball State University School of Music. To enter the competition, entrants were required to be a student of Ball State between the age of 1827 and use their own original material. Thirty students submitted songs, but only six were chosen as finalists. The finalists performed a twosong set with a live band for a panel of four MMP faculty judges. Acts ranged from electronic to acoustic to pop. Each

artist was limited to eight minutes of music. Performances were scored on originality, “hook,” and musicianship. Third prize, a recording session with the music engineer of the MMP department, went to music education major Katie Hall. All six finalists were awarded the second prize – the opportunity to open for a nationally known music act at Be Here Now. The grand prize, a six-day trip to G e r m a n y ’ s Po p a k a d e m i e International Summer Camp, went to Nevil. The prize package includes airfare from Indianapolis to M a n n h e i m , Germany, all housing expenses, and workshop fees while in Germany. Nevil will study with top instrumental and vocal

Jeremy Nevil, who performs under the name Jay Edwards, performs during the Spring Shout competition in Muncie earlier this month. Photo provided

coaches from around the world. He will have the opportunity to work with leading studio musicians, songwriters and producers while recording in the Popakademie Studio Facilities. He will also receive band

coaching, artistic teamwork and experience the implementation of real-life creativity. Enrollment is limited to eighty students worldwide. Nevil is a music media production major at Ball State University. He is the

son of Mark and Lori Nevil of rural Wabash. To find more of his music, search Jay Edwards (Nevil’s stage name) on iTunes or Spotify and download some free songs from www.jayedwards.ban dcamp.com.

Eagle Scout candidate completes project Article provided During the first two

weeks of April, Grant Whitham led an Eagle

Scout project to benefit the Cook-Crumley Park and citizens of LaFontaine. The project consisted of refurbishing a storage shed that was donated by Juanita Rapp to be used as a concession stand for youth baseball games. Also, two park benches were

assembled for use by park visitors. Members and friends of Boy Scout Troop 433 of Mt. Olive United Methodist Church, Marion, to which Grant belongs, assisted with the project. Grant is a freshman at Southwood High School and is the son

of Doug and Gretchen Whitham of rural La Fontaine and the grandson of Bud and Rita Miller LaFontaine and Betty Whitham Marion. Grant said he would like to thank all who helped with planning, supporting, and carrying out the project.

Mr. & Mrs. Gene Rose Mr. & Mrs. Gene Rose will be honored at an open house from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, April 29, 2017, for their 25th wedding anniversary. The open house will be at the Somerset Community Building. Rose and the former Sue Jenkins were married in their home on May 2, 1992, by Herb Hughs. Rose is retired from General Motors, while Mrs. Rose is retired from White’s

Residential and Family Services. The couple’s children are Beverly Bowman, Marion; Angie Combs, Peru; Gene (Jenny) Rose II, Wabash; Fay Wandersee, Wabash; Donald (Ashley) Rose, LaFontaine; Kyle Kerr, Wabash, and Keri (Greg) Hammons, Austin. They also have 22 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. The couple requests that gifts be omitted.

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Mr. & Mrs. James Crull Mr. & Mrs. James Crull will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary and Mr. Crull’s 88th birthday with an open house from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, May 7, in the Honeywell Center’s

Crystal Room. The Crulls were married on Mr Crull’s birthday, May 25, 1952. They have two children. The couple requests gifts be omitted.

Open house planned By The Paper staff The family of Nancy Tiger invites the public to an open house in honor of her 90th birthday.

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Former Roann school facing demolition By David Fenker david@nmpaper.com

Demolition of the old school at Roann may begin as soon as 2018. Pending a resolution by the Roann Town Council, the Wabash County Board of Commissioners has agreed to seek a grant through the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) Blight Clearance Program with the Town of Roann. The agreement is that, once ownership of the property is transferred, Roann will be the lead applicant for the grant in exchange for the county becoming joint owners of the property with the town. Roann Town ClerkTreasurer Bob Ferguson spoke at the commissioners’ Monday, April 24, meeting in order to ask again for their assistance with the structure. “Right now, we can’t do anything. The building just sits there. There are grants that we can put in for, and we can talk this thing to death and nothing can ever be resolved until we establish a new ownership,” Ferguson said. An issue brought up in October was the ownership of the building. Ferguson asked then if the county and town could become joint owners of the property, and was told that the commissioners would consult with County Attorney Steve Downs. During that meeting, it was determined that the property is currently in the name of the Roann Family Recreation Center, a defunct 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Due to this, a court-appointed receiver holds the title to the property. Downs said then that the town could either restart the organization, or seek a court order requiring that the title be transferred to the town. The issue arose again at Monday’s meeting with the same concerns regarding ownership and liability as were discussed in October. “The old owners… did not follow all the processes after they

lost the 501(c)(3), and now the school has become a real problem for our community,” Ferguson said. He told the commissioners that the roof of the building has flipped off and is hanging down the side of the structure, presenting additional danger from the last time he spoke to the commissioners. “We want to make sure that we can try to do this as expedient as possible, because now it’s getting to the point where it’s really, really bad,” he said. Roann Town Attorney Kristina Lynn also attended the meeting. “I think that the town board is also reluctant to take on the liability, especially the full liability, for this building. Considering the size of our town, the

financial situation of our town, it’s certainly a big bite for them – a huge bite for them,” she said. “At Bob’s urging and request, despite my advice, the town has been willing to share that liability with the county. I’m not sure they’re ever going to be willing to take it on fully be themselves, and they’re only willing to share the liability, I think, with the expectation that these grants are available and this is all going to work out.” Ferguson brought OCRA’s North Central Community Liaison, Jennifer Vandeburg, to Monday’s meeting to help answer questions from the board. “One of our programs is specifically targeted at clearing blighted properties,” she said.

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“OCRA operates that program, and the grants are made to local units of government: towns, cities or counties. It is done specifically to bring down blighted structures, razing and taking it down to at least no threat… razing buildings like this is what the program is for.” Chairman Scott Givens asked what the funding ratio for the grant. “Under current application rules, we have it established that minimum match is 10 percent of the total project,” Vandeburg said. Ferguson said that the cost of the demolition has been quoted at $400,000, which means that the grant recipient would have to provide at least $40,000 toward the project.

According to Vandeburg, the maximum amount for the upcoming round of grants is around $350,000. “Right now, we

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ment does with their budget,” she said. Roann’s annual operating budget is $172,000, Ferguson said. (continued on page 21)

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Local March of Dimes committee Zumbas for babies: The Wabash Committee for the March of Dimes hosted its annual Zumbathon on Friday, April 21, to raise awareness and funds for the March for Babies Walkathon event. Attendees got fit in preparation for the walkathon event, which will take place Saturday, May 6, at Paradise Spring Historical Park in downtown Wabash. Photo by Emma Rausch

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Another issue raised was who would be the lead a p p l i c a n t . Vandeburg said that towns such as Roann are allowed three open grants through OCRA, while counties can have four. Both Wabash County and the Town of Roann have one open grant through OCRA. By the end of the meeting, a verbal agreement was made

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that the county would become joint owners pending a resolution from the town council saying that the town will be the lead applicant. Letters of intent to apply for the grant are due in early July, with applications being due by Sept. 1. According to Vandeburg, the title to the property must be in a government entityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name by the

application deadline. Additional news from the meeting included the weekly jail report and opening bid for rock salt. Wabash County S h e r i f f â&#x20AC;&#x2122; s Department Deputy Tyler Guenin said that the Wabash County Jail has 80 prisoners, with an additional 60 in Miami County, five in Elkhart County and eight in Wells

County. He said that there were 24 new book-ins last week. Bids for calcium chloride or rock salt were received from Compass Minerals, Cargill and Morton Salt. Compass Minerals bid at $81.63 per ton, Cargill at $78.34 per ton and Morton at $81.22 per ton. The county seeks to purchase 1,600 tons of material.

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Escape room takes over former Cass Street flower, hobby shop By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com

An escape room is coming to Wabash

and taking over the former Mitting’s Flower shop. Slated to open in May, the Escape Hour, located at 1020 N. Cass

St., will offer area residents a new entertainment opportunity, according to owners Michael and Amanda Rigney.

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“We’ve been interested in opening a business and Michael’s had lots of ideas,” Mrs. Rigney told The Paper of Wabash County. “We went to an escape room in Fort Wayne and we just felt like we would really like to provide an opportunity for entertainment here in Wabash. … So we thought this would be something affordable for youth and adults too. It’s something all age groups can do. The Rigneys said several of the biggest draws toward opening a local escape room were the team building and problem solv-

ing aspects and, compared to other entertainment avenues, the couple said they felt that this could be fun for all different age groups, especially youth. The business will also provide a unique opportunity to

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8 p.m. to Midnight Featuring dance music from ✦ The Time Travellers ✦ Open to the public.

Wabash County and surrounding area residents, and is intended to be affordable “big city” entertainment that’s closer to home. “We’re right here (near) Peru, Marion, even Muncie, (North) M a n c h e s t e r, Huntington, all of those areas and none of them have anything like this and they could all come here,” Mrs. Rigney said. “We have the universities around us, too. … They’re all right here in driving distance.” To start, the Escape Hour will offer one room themed as “corporate betrayal.” Like standard escape rooms, it will offer puzzles to solve, locks to open and other clues to decipher. “It’ll be an office …

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with a desk and things,” Rigney said. “A worker has embezzled $50,000 and you have one hour to make off with the money before the police get there,” Mrs. Rigney added. The room’s theme and features will change every several months and additional rooms may be added as well, according to the Rigneys. “We’re going to start off with one and hopefully, probably, within a month after that after we make sure everything’s done right with our computer software and cameras and all of that stuff, we’ll open up a second room,” Rigney said. Unlike other escape rooms in the region, the Escape Hour will offer student discounts and “the more people you bring, the less you pay,” according to Rigney. “With us being in a smaller town (than Fort Wayne), we’re not going to be as near expensive as those places,” he said. “We paid $30 per person in Fort Wayne.” “And we understand that people here wouldn’t or necessarily couldn’t pay that much,” Mrs. Rigney added. “So we want to be able to do the same things but not have to pay the same prices.” The business’s initial hours will be Fridays 4-10 p.m., Saturdays noon to 10 p.m. and Sundays noon to 6 p.m. The business will also offer team-building hours throughout the week by appointment. To find out more or to receive updates, visit escapehourwabash.com and follow the Escape Hour on Facebook and Twitter.

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NM Rotary to host pancake day By The Paper staff

NORTH MANCHESTER – The North Manchester Rotary Pancake Day is set for May 2. This Election Day tradition will go on this spring even with no election scheduled. On Tuesday, May 2, from 6 a.m. until 1 p.m. residents can get a breakfast meal

at the Scout Hall in Warvel Park, North Manchester. The menu includes pancakes hot off the griddle made with fresh milk and eggs from Midwest Poultry. Pancakes are served with choice of sausage or scrambled eggs and hot coffee, milk or orange juice. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance

from any Rotary member. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children, and those ages 4 and under eat free. Proceeds support Rotary’s involvement in many local projects including the NM library, MHS scholarships, the MRA, the Early Learning Center and Education for Conflict Resolution. In addition, Rotary supports the annual

M a n c h e s t e r University medical practicum which offers medical services to remote areas of Nicaragua during January sessions. Beyond the local level, North Manchester Rotary is active with Rotary International projects through support of the Rotary F o u n d a t i o n . Ongoing projects include the eradica-

Parkview Wabash Hospital will hose a free seniors club, offering monthly programs for adults age 55 and over, to help keep them informed about the latest medical breakthroughs and nutrition, exercise and self-help programs. Membership is free, but requires registration to access benefits. Monthly programs may include: Medical education programs — Physicians and health experts will provide education and/or prevention information. Free blood pressure screening — Members may take advantage of free blood pressure screenings prior to each monthly meeting. Dinner and meeting — Seniors Club members may enjoy dinner for just $5 at designated quarterly programs. Membership card must be presented to receive discount. Birthday celebrations — Birthday cake and entertainment

are provided quarterly for Seniors Club members. Annual medication review — Seniors Club members can have their prescription and non-prescription medicines reviewed by a Parkview Wabash Hospital pharmacist and learn about any possible drug or food interactions. Membership applications may be found at the Parkview Wabash Hospital welcome desk or at the Garber Simmons Senior Center, North Manchester. You may also call 260-569-2392 with questions. Events will take place at both Parkview Wabash Hospital in Wabash and at the GarberSimons Senior Center in North Manchester. The Parkview Wabash event will be Thursday, May 9, at 5:30 p.m. Parkview Wabash Hospital Seniors Club members are invited to a free group exercise session, “Active Older Adults,” offered by Kara Peas, DPT, Parkview Wabash Hospital. The low-

impact class is designed to strengthen, increase flexibility and improve overall health. Chairs will be used for standing and sitting support as needed. Space is limited. Reservations are recommended. Call 260569-2392 to make a reservation. Seniors Club members may enjoy dinner for just $5 after the exercise program, in the Forum at Parkview Wabash Hospital. The GarberSimmons event will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 1 p.m. Dr. Pamela Higgins of the

on the upper level of the MU Jo Young Switzer Center in the Speicher Room. For information, call 260982-8789.

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St. Bernard’s youth choir hosts ‘goodwill’ tour By The Paper staff

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Bernard School’s

choir will be lifting up their voices for three concerts Monday, May 1, in Peru, Lagro and Wabash. The choir, which includes all students grades one through six, will present a short program as

part of a goodwill tour for students to visit neighboring parishes where some of their classmates attend. The event will also provide a cultural experience as the students learn the history of the three parish communities.

The children will sing hymns, traditional folks songs and rounds as well as several selections from “The Sound of Music.” The youth will also learn about the architecture, stained glass windows, experience

notable pipe organs and sketch some of the art in the visited churches before traveling to the next concert. The three public concerts will take place at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Charles Borromeo Church,

located at 58 W. 5th St. in Peru; at 12:30 p.m. at the Historic St. Patrick’s Church, located at 950 Main St. in Lagro; and at 2 p.m. at the St. Bernard’s Church, 191 N. Cass St. in Wabash.

Entries sought for fair’s open show By The Paper staff Start preparing now for the Wabash County Open show. Calling all local

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seamstress, bakers, gardeners and artisan. Home & Family Arts Open Show entry will be Saturday, July 15, from 9-11 a.m. at the Wabash Co. 4-H Fairgrounds in the Bob Elrod, Farm Bureau Building. The judging will be closed and placings available Monday,

July 17 at 10 A.M. The exhibit categories include foods, food preservation, needlecrafts, sewing, arts and crafts, fine arts, photography, and horticulture. Any Wabash County non-4-H member, adult or youth is encouraged to exhibit. The Extension Homemakers of

Wabash County, Purdue Extension, and individuals sponsor this event. No pre-registration is required except for the Fashion Open Show that will be held on July 11 at the Honeywell Center, Legacy Hall starting at 5:30 PM in conjunction with the 4-H judging and show.

Pre-registration forms are required by July 1st.

All forms and complete information are available at the Purdue Extension Office, Wabash County Court House, second floor, or on the website: www.ag.purdue.edu/ counties/wabash

April 29 • 11 AM - 6 PM at the Roann Community Building

“Richvalley Tenderloins” $600 Adult Meal - $900 • Child’s Meal (10 yrs. & under)

Sandwich Only - $500 Meal Includes: Tenderloin, Chips, Baked Beans, Applesauce

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Wabash MPI donates $300 to local youth center: Wabash MPI donated $300 to the Access Youth Center (AYC) on Thursday, April 20, to assist with the facility’s costs and support its efforts in helping Wabash County youth. The facility raised the funds through its on-site chili cook-off. AYC Director Laura Helm (center) accepted the check from MPI Test Group Leader Michael Morgan while MPI employees looked on during Thursday’s check presentation. Photo by Emma Rausch

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Tuesday, May 2nd 6:00 a.m. – to 1:00 p.m. Scout Hall in Warvel Park $7.00 adults - $4 children Under 5 free Proceeds benefit community projects including the library, local scholarships, MRA, the Early Learning Center, & Education for Conflict Resolution. 28352

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Sandra Craft, 76

John Gillespie, 81

Retired from Wells Fargo

U.S. Army veteran

Jan. 3, 1941 – April 23, 2017

Aug. 5, 1935 – April 22, 2017

Sandra Sue Craft, 76, of Wabash passed away at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 23, 2017, at her home. She was born on to the late Harold and Dorothy (Calfee) Smith on Jan. 3, 1941, in Wabash. She was a Noble High School graduate. Sandy married James Richard Craft on June 29, 1968, he passed away on June 27, 2013. Sandy worked at Markhon of Wabash and retired from Wells Fargo of Wabash. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Wabash, where she held several committees at her church. She was dedicated to the March of Dimes Community. Sandy enjoyed being with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren and their activities. She is survived by son, Brent Craft (Paula) of Wabash, and daughter, Wendy Short (Ron Jones) of Wabash; grandchildren, Jarrett Craft, Jaron Craft, Kaelyn Short, Jessica Beane, and Jordon Beane; four great-grandchildren, Briliegh Cook, Braya Cook, Adakin Beane, and Carter Jones; first cousin, Joe Evans (Julie) of Wabash, and many other cousins survive. Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 27, 2017, at Zion Lutheran Church, 173 Hale Drive, Wabash, with Pastor Jeremy Yeadon officiating. Burial will follow in the Falls Cemetery in Wabash. Visitation for family and friends will be from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash. Preferred memorials are to the Zion Lutheran Church building fund, 173 Hale Drive, Wabash, IN 46992 and Wabash County Animal Shelter, 810 Manchester Ave., Wabash, IN 46992. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

John A. Gillespie, 81, of rural Wabash, died at 12:15 pm, Saturday, April 22, 2017, at his home, after a short battle with brain cancer. He was born Aug. 5, 1935, in Wabash County, to Edwin B. and Bernice C. (Kiefaber) Gillespie. John married Floranna I. Fogel at the Wabash Presbyterian Church on Nov. 27, 1960. He was a retired farmer and a U.S. Army veteran. John was a member of the Wabash Presbyterian Church. He loved farming and being with his family. He is survived by his wife, Floranna Gillespie of Wabash; three children, Valerie L. (Paul) Finnell of Indianapolis, Jon E. (Jody) Gillespie of LaFontaine, and Jennifer J. (Jeff) Gabe of Indianapolis; six grandchildren, Truman Finnell, Lucas Finnell, Channing Gabe and Dawson Gabe, all of Indianapolis, and Grant Gillespie and Holly Gillespie, both of LaFontaine; and his sister, Helen M. Draper of Logansport. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Kathryn Gaerte. Funeral services will be 2:30 pm Wednesday, April 26, 2017, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Brad Wright officiating. Burial will be in Center Grove Cemetery, Lincolnville. Friends may call 1:30 - 2:30 pm Wednesday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is the charity of the Donor’s choice. The memorial guest book for John may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Rodney Monce, 68

Judy A. Gault, 60

Thermafiber retiree

Homemaker

Nov. 24, 1948 – April 19, 2017

Dec. 6, 1956 – April 21, 2017

Judy A. Gault, 60, of Wabash, passed away at 1:15 a.m. on Friday, April 21, 2017 at Rolling Meadows Healthcare in LaFontaine. She was born to Dock and Josephine (Akers) Gibson on Dec. 9, 1956, in Peru. Judy married William R. Gault on May 14, 1974; he passed away on April 1, 2013. She was a homemaker to her family. She is survived by sons William L. Gault (Stacey) of Alice, Texas, James W. Gault of Wabash, Raymond D. Gault of Alice, Texas; daughter, Gian (Marie) Doan of Wabash; brothers Ray Gibson of Peru, Robby Gibson of Missouri, Carl Gibson of Peru, Chuck Gibson of Peru; sisters, Katherine May of Wabash, Margaret Perry of Wabash, Gail Packard of Logansport, and Connie Keckler of Akron; 13 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by two sisters. Visitation and funeral services were Monday, April 24, 2017, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Jeff Porter officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Bridgette Hall, 51

Rodney M. Monce, 68, Peru, died at 2:53 a.m. Wednesday, April 19, 2017, in his residence. He was born Nov. 24, 1948, in Wabash, to Oscar Myrl & Mary Alice (Grossnickle) Monce. He attended Manchester High School, North Manchester. Rodney retired from US Gypsum Thermafiber, Wabash, after 30 years of service. He enjoyed working on cars and was an avid NASCAR and sprint car racing fan. He enjoyed people and never knew a stranger and most of all he loved his family. He is survived by sons, Scott (Kim) Monce, Sheridan, Chris (Michelle) Monce, Hartford City, and Shawn (Jesse) Monce, Peru; sisters, Beverly Behny, Wabash, and Sharon (Harold) Stambaugh, North Manchester; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. One sister, Mary Ellen Lewallen, and one grandchild are deceased. A celebration of life service will be at a later date. McKee Mortuary handled arrangements. Condolences can be sent at mckeemortuary.com

Lon Price, 84

Enjoyed car rides

Randy Boardman, 61

Jan. 22, 1966 – April 19, 2017

Enjoyed the outdoors

Bridgette Hall, 51, of Wabash, died at 6:38 p.m., Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born Jan. 22, 1966, in Lafayette, to Phyllis Hall. Visitation and funeral services were Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Burial will be in Murphy Cemetery, Wabash County.

Maria Garcia, 76 Maria G. Garcia, 76, of Fort Wayne, passed away at 1:18 a.m.on Friday, April 21, 2017 at the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Glancy - H. Brown & Son Funeral Home in Warren.

Dec. 14, 1955 – April 15, 2017 Randy A. Boardman, 61, North Manchester, died at 7:45 p.m. Saturday, April 15, 2017, in Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, Fort Wayne. He was born Dec. 14, 1955, in Wabash, to Victor & Celia (Brewer) Boardman. On February 14, 2016 he married Elizabeth M. Patton. He is survived by his wife, a son, a daughter, three stepsons, two brothers, four sisters, three grandchildren and seven stepgrandchildren. Visitation was Thursday, April 20, 2017, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Services were Thursday, April 20, 2017 at the mortuary.

U.S. Air Force veteran Oct. 9, 1932 – April 16, 2017

Lon G. Price, 84, Hobart, passed away at 11:35 a.m. on Sunday, April 16, 2017, at Indiana Veterans Home, West Lafayette. Lon was born on Oct. 9, 1932, to James Esta and Golda (Rutledge) Price Sr., in Laketon. On Jan. 2, 1953, he married Phyllis J. Montel. Lon is survived by his wife, a son, a daughter, a brother, two grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren Visitation was Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Services were Thursday, April 20, at the mortuary. Burial was in South Whitley Cemetery, South Whitley.

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Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Accidents April 14 At 10:29 a.m., a vehicle driven by Sarah M. Burke, 33, Windfall, was westbound on SR 124 when she scraped it against a guardrail. At 1:59 p.m., a vehicle driven by Wayne W. Howell, 45, Wabash, was traveling south on CR 390 East when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. April 15 At 4:48 p.m., a vehicle driven by Michelle L. Holbrook, 46, Roann, was backing up in a driveway on South SR 15 when she struck a parked vehicle. At 9:44 p.m., a vehicle driven by David A. Barefoot, 60, North Manchester, was attempting to exit a private driveway on SR 13 when he collided with a vehicle driven by Colt J. Hubler, 23, North Manchester. April 16 At 12:06 p.m., a vehicle driven by Valerie A. Lawson, 64, Lagro, was southbound on Harrison Street, stopped at the intersection of Main Street, when she attempted to turn left onto Main Street and collided with a vehicle driven by Gayle F. McVoy, 25, Lagro. April 18 At 5:02 p.m., a vehicle driven by Wyland G. Sampson, 19, Denver, was traveling west on SR 16 when he ran off the roadway, struck a roadway sign and a utility pole before continuing into a field. Sampson was also cited for no valid operator’s license when required. April 19 At 12:43 a.m., a vehicle driven by Pyo W. Oo, 22, Fort Wayne, was eastbound on U.S. 24 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. At 6:10 a.m., a vehicle driven by Steven A. Costelow, 53, Hartford City, was westbound on SR 124 when a group of deer entered the roadway and one was struck. April 20 At 2:55 p.m., a vehicle driven by Olivia J. Diskey, 18, Wabash, was attempting to exit the Heartland Career Center parking lot when she collided with a parked school bus.

Citations April 17 Brad A. Barker, 38, Cincinnati, Ohio, speeding. Parth Patel, 27, Brick, N.J., speeding. April 18 Carleen E. Range, 61, Marion, improper passing on left. April 22 Harshkumar D. Patel, 25, Fort Wayne, speeding. Bookings Daniel J. Easterday, 39, Wabash, revocation of probation for dealing in I, II or III controlled substance charge. Stephanie Farrell, 41, Peru, felony petition to revoke probation. Thomas A. Bartley, 30, Wabash, misdemeanor failure to appear on theft charge. James R. Tucker, 36, Wabash, misdemeanor petition to revoke electronic home detention on possession of marijuana charge. Austin D. Osborne, 19, Wabash, misdemeanor criminal trespass. Zachary D. Simmons, 35, Roanoke, court order transport. Richard A. Fear, 36, Marion, failure to appear and misdemeanor failure to appear. Anna M. Conley, 32, Liberty Mills, felony petition to revoke on unlawful possession of a syringe charge, misdemeanor conversion and misdemeanor possession of marijuana, hash oil, hashish or salvia. Stacy J. Dils, 45, Wabash, felony failure to appear on counterfeiting charge. Wabash Police Department Accidents April 19 At 12:46 p.m., a vehicle driven by Christine L. McGregor, 42, Kokomo, was northbound on Miami Street, stopped at the Canal Street traffic light, when the vehicle rolled back and collided with a vehicle driven by Matthew A. Daughtry, 40, Wabash. At 4:03 p.m., a school bus driven by Jean Whitmer, 48, Wabash, struck a garage in the 1400 block of Branch Street. No students were on the bus at the time of the accident. April 20

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At 12:35 p.m., a semi tractor-trailer driven by William P. Kern, 58, Akron, Ohio, was westbound on Market Street when he attempted to make a right turn onto Cass Street and collided with a vehicle driven by Dennis L. Purdy, 67, North Manchester. At 1:11 p.m., a vehicle driven by Darleen S. Rider, 72, Wabash, was attempting to leave the parking area on Main Street in front of the U.S. Post Office when she collided with a parked vehicle. At 3:59 p.m., a vehicle driven by Paige A. Nelson, 19, Wabash, was traveling southeast on Falls Avenue when she exited the roadway and struck a tree. At 5:51 p.m., a vehicle driven by Bruce E. McGuire III, 31, North Manchester, was attempting to turn left from Wabash Street onto Hill Street when he experienced a medical problem, lost control of the vehicle and collided with a tree.

April 22 At 3:09 a.m., a vehicle driven by Nathan E. Cooper, 28, Wabash, was traveling northwest on East Hill Street at a high rate of speed when he lost control of the vehicle, swiped a telephone pole and struck several trees. At 3:30 p.m., a vehicle driven by Jon W. Guenin, 74, LaFontaine, was attempting to back out of a parking spot in the True Value parking lot when he collided with a vehicle driven by Susan K. Freeman, 53, Wabash. Citations April 11 Trista A. Jones, 41, Wabash, no financial responsibility when required. April 14 Maegan M. Hodges, 22, Peru, no operator’s license when required. April 19 Jeffrey T. Warnock, 56, Urbana, driving while suspended infraction. April 24 Brandy J. Garrod, 32, Wabash, driving while suspended infraction. Rodger C. Ciravens, 30, Argos, speeding. Nolan T. Holloway, 21, Marion, speeding. North Manchester Citations April 17

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NM traffic stops net five more drug-related arrests By David Fenker david@nmpaper.com At least five people are facing drug-related charges after several traffic stops in North Manchester so far this month. Shiloh Steiner, 41, Pierceton; Jessica King, 25, North Manchester; Douglas Vonuhl, 39, Goshen; Austin Reiff, 25, South Whitley; and Kelsie M. Boggs, 23, South Whitley, are facing drug-related crimes. Steiner was arrested Tuesday, April 11, on felony possession of methamphetamine and felony possession of paraphernalia after a North Manchester Police Department (NMPD) officer pulled him over for failing to use a turn signal. During the stop, NMPD Officer Derek Sessoms requested K9 assistance due to Steiner’s story and behavior, according to the probable cause affidavit. NMPD Sgt. Nate Birch and K9 Strider arrived at the scene and assisted with the vehicle search. The officers allegedly discovered a glass pipe with burnt white residue and at least two baggies containing a crystal-like substance, according to the affidavit. The crystal-like substance field-tested positive for methamphetamine, the court document continued. On Sunday, April 2, Birch and Strider were also called to another traffic stop that involved King and Vonuhl. Prior to Birch’s arrival, NMPD Officer Parker Stouffer saw a car disregard a stop sign and pulled it over near the covered bridge, according to the affidavit. During the stop, Stouffer noted that Vonuhl was allegedly acting “shaky.” Due to this, Stouffer asked permission to search Alexander S. Arney, 21, Fort Wayne, seatbelt violation. Alan J. Mock, 22, Peru, seatbelt violation. April 19 Charles F. Money, 18, Akron, false and

SHILOH STEINER

JESSICA KING

DOUGLAS VONUHL

AUSTIN REIFF

the vehicle after explaining “North Manchester’s problems with narcotics,” he wrote in the affidavit. After Birch and Strider arrived, and Strider indicated that he detected narcotics, the court document continued. The officers conducted a search of the vehicle and allegedly located a syringe between the driver’s seat and center console of the vehicle, a set of small, silver scales with a white residue in King’s purse and a set of black scales in the back seat of the vehicle, according to the affidavit. The residue fieldtested positive for methamphetamine, the court documents continued. King was preliminarily charged with possession of the silver scales and transported to the Wabash County Jail by a sheriff ’s deputy. At the jail, staff located several small bags with a white powder and a small bag with a crystal-like substance on King’s person that tested pos-

itive for methamphetamine while the powder substance tested positive for heroin, the court documents continued. King was charged with felony possession of methamphetamine, felony possession of a narcotic drug, felony unlawful possession of a syringe and felony possession of paraphernalia. Vonuhl was charged with felony illegal possession of a syringe and misdemeanor possession of paraphernalia. On Saturday, April 1, Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department arrested a Reiff on methamphetaminerelated charges after a traffic stop on State Road 13 in North Manchester. Deputy Mathew Galligan pulled over Reiff ’s vehicle for driving without headlights on after dark and, during the stop, noticed the smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle. Reiff ’s license was also suspended at the time of the stop, according to the probable cause affidavit. Three passengers,

fictitious vehicle registration.

paraphernalia.

Arrests April 16 James R. Dutton, 33, Wabash, operating while suspended, no vehicle registration and possession of

April 18 Jason P. Spriggs, 34, North Manchester, writ of attachment for parole violation. April 19 Eric J. Ortiz, 22,

Boggs and two children, were also in the vehicle during the stop. During the stop, two NMPD officers arrived to assist and searched the vehicle. The officers allegedly found a green, plantlike material that field tested positive for marijuana and a smoking device in Boggs’s purse, according to the affidavit. The officers also allegedly recovered a total of 63 needles from the vehicle; several baggies with a white, powdery residue; two spoons with a white, powdery residue; a baggy of a green, plant-like material; and a pill grinder with a green, plant-like material inside, the court documents continued. The substance on the spoons and in one baggy field-tested positive for methamphetamine, according ot the affidavit. After being transported to the Wabash County Jail, staff also allegedly found two half pills in Reiff ’s wallet, which were sent to a pharmacist for identification, the court documents continued. Reiff was preliminarily charged with felony possession of methamphetamine, felony possession of a syringe, misdemeanor possession of marijuana, misdemeanor possession of paraphernalia, misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor maintaining a common nuisance. He was also cited fro driving while suspended and for no headlamps when required. Boggs was charged with misdemeanor possession of marijuana, hash oil, hashish or salvia, misdemeanor possession of paraphernalia and misdemeanor visiting a common nuisance.

North Manchester, writ of attachment on domestic battery and strangulation. Ortiz was also charged with resisting law enforcement. Larry B. Davis, 35, Westfield, false informing and posses-

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sion of paraphernalia. Ronzo L. Cumly, 34, North Manchester, possession of a controlled substance. April 20 Claudia Vuniga, 29, address unavailable, operating a vehicle while never licensed. Anna M. Conley, 32, Liberty Mills, writ of attachment for failure to appear for charges of conversion, possession of marijuana and unlawful possession of a syringe.

Cases April 14 At 8:25 p.m., theft report taken in the 200 block of Wabash Road.

April 18 At 3:44 p.m., theft report taken in the 200 block of North Buffalo. At 6:47 p.m., crimi-

nal mischief report taken in the 500 block of North Market Street. April 21 At 3:27 a.m., theft report taken in the 300 block of South Maple Street. Fire April 16 At 10:20 a.m., 1300 block of Beckley Street for medical assist. At 7:53 p.m., 1100 block of West 4th Street for medical assist. At 8:45 p.m., 1100 block of West 4th Street for medical assist. April 18 At 5:55 p.m., 200 block of South 1st Street for medical assist. April 20 At 12:50 p.m., 1000

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block of North Sycamore Street for medical assist. April 21 At 8:23 a.m., 1100 block of West 4th Street for medical assist. Land Transfers

Wabash County Sheriff Robert Land to Beacon Credit Union, Sheriff ’s deed. Wabash County Sheriff Robert Land to U.S. Bank National Association, Sheriff ’s deed. Wabash County Sheriff Robert Land to U.S. Bank National Association and CIM Trust 20-16-5, Sheriff ’s deed. Jeremy L. Bailey to Jeremy L. and Erika Bailey, quitclaim deed. Jerry and Michele Rose to Kimberly L. McLaughlin, warran-

ty deed. Roberta D. Leuck, James M. Leuck, and James M. Leuck and Roberta D. Leuck Living Trust to Christopher S. Brown, trust deed. Wabash County to Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana Inc., warranty deed. H o n e y w e l l Foundation Inc. to Jimmy Nguyen and Kim O. Vu, corporate deed. Miriam Johnson to Mitchell E. and Miriam Johnson, quitclaim deed. George L. Strong to Kasey L. Combs and Amanda J. Meyer, warranty deed. Diane Strickler to Kathy Winger, quitclaim deed. Jessica D. Truman to Jewell D. Truman, quitclaim deed. John A. and Brandy M. Day to David M.

Getman, warranty deed. Christina Bowman to Ryan J. Wehrly, warranty deed. Wabash County Farm Bureau Inc. to Spread the Sparkle LLC, corporate deed. Jerry A. France II to Jerry A. France, warranty deed. Christopher R. Lightle to Dawn Lightle Patrick, Dawn Lightle and Christopher L. Patrick, warranty deed. Eugene R. Carroll, Robert M. Carroll and David Wilcox to Zachary S. and Gina M. Hiner, personal representation deed. Raymond D. Gault to James W. Gault, quitclaim deed. Timothy J. Christle to Timothy J. and Heather Christle, quitclaim deed. Bonnie J. and Gene P. Arrick to Kevin L.

ISP troopers earn recognition From the ISP News Bureau

INDIANAPOLIS – Friday, the Indiana State Police Department had an awards and recognition ceremony in Indianapolis. The ceremony publicly recognized the achievements and deeds of self sacrifice and accomplishments that all too often go without the proper recognition. Forty people from around the state, were honored for their dedication to service, bravery, devotion to the department and the citizens of Indiana. Three troopers assigned to the Indiana State Police Peru Post were recognized at the ceremony. Master Trooper Donald White, who works from the Indiana State Police Peru Post, was recognized as the 2016 Trooper of the District. The award is given annually to the trooper that personifies integrity, professionalism, and a well rounded work ethic. White was selected by the command staff at the Peru District for dedication to his job, traffic and criminal enforcement, community involvement, instructor ratings, specialty assignments, and other services performed for the department beyond normal expectations.

MASTER TROOPER DONALD WHITE

TROOPER BEN REASON

TROOPER STEVEN GLASS

White has worked for the state police for 19 years. He patrols primarily in Grant County. Trooper Ben Reason received a commendation award for extraordinary conduct and exemplary professionalism for an event that occurred on December 17, 2016. On that date, officers from the Elkhart County Sheriff ’s Department requested canine assistance for a residential alarm in southern Elkhart County. The deputies had encountered a male suspect who was hiding in the attic space of the home. The suspect was armed with a gun, and threatened to shoot officers. Reason, along with his canine, Cartoush, arrived at the scene along with the ISP SWAT team. Reason deployed Cartoush, into the attic, ahead of the SWAT team. Shortly thereafter, the suspect was located

by Cartoush and apprehended by the SWAT team. Reason’s actions and dedication to duty are in keeping with the finest traditions of law enforcement and brought great credit upon himself and the Indiana State Police. Reason has served with the Indiana State Police for four years. He is a canine handler for the Peru District. Trooper Steven Glass, also assigned to the Indiana State Police Peru District, received the Indiana State Police Life Award and the Indiana State Police District DUI Award for his commitment to removing impaired drivers from Indiana roadways. In 2016, he led the Peru District and the Indiana State Police Department with 161 impaired driving arrests. This followed Glass arresting 172 impaired drivers in 2015. He has served with the Indiana State

Police Department for

almost three years. He patrols primarily in Miami County. “Troopers working from the ISP Peru Post perform exemplary and brave work on a daily basis,” stated Lieutenant Jeremy Kelly, commander of the Indiana State Police Peru Post. “The recognition these officers received is justly deserved.”

www.thepaperofwabash.com Trimble, Judith A. Shrock and Stephen E. Shrock Family Trust, warranty deed. Larry L. Stackhouse to Larry L. Stackhouse and Carol A. Scott, quitclaim deed. Karen A. Cain, Bruce A. Cain and Larry D. Cain Living Trust to Karen A. and Bruce A. Cain, trust deed. Patricia A. Waggoner and Lewis B. Flohr II to Tara E. Still, warranty deed. Michael A. Monroe to Philip E. Schlemmer and Maynard L. Shellhammer, warranty deed. Russell E. Cox Revocable Trust and Lynda S. Cox Revocable Trust to Michael L. Hollingshead, trust deed. Robert D. Bluman Properties LLC to

Kyle R. and Kernie L. Rowe, warranty deed. Dana L. and Terry R. Martin to Mark Kline, Deborah Kline and Henry Kline, warranty deed. David W. and Karen L. Terflinger to David W. and Karen L. Terflinger, quitclaim deed. Kasey L. Combs to Lauren D. Hosteltler and Lauren D. Hostetler, warranty deed. Vija Gullett to David S. and Angela K. Baer, warranty deed. Permits

Howard and Nancy Shewman, pole building. Michael Moreno, deck. Ballard Hunt, room addition.

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Wabash Spring Clean-up set May 1-6 By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

The City of Wabash will have its annual Spring Clean-up from May 1-6, Street D e p a r t m e n t Superintendent Scott Richardson said. Pick-up will be divided into four sections, following the same route as weekly trash. Items will be

picked up from tree lawns and along city streets only. No pickups will take place in alleys. Items to be picked up should be in place by 7 a.m. on the day of pick- up or the items may not be picked up. Piles of items to be picked up should be no larger than 4-footby-8-foot. Also, items for pick-up should be separate from brush piles. Brush will not

be picked up the week of spring cleanup. “If residents miss their pick-up time, they have the option of taking it to a cityprovided dumpster at the Wabash County Solid Waste District or take it back inside, Richardson said.” The dumpster at the Wabash County Solid Waste District located at 1101 Manchester Ave. will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday

through Friday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The dumpster will be manned, and those wishing to leave items will be asked to provide proof of residence in the City. Items that will not be picked up are batteries, paint, petroleum products, household chemicals, tires, appliances with Freon (appliances with red tags to denote Freon that

was professionally removed, will be accepted), shingles, drywall and plaster, televisions, computers and other electronic devices. Residents can take chemicals, tires, appliances, batteries, paint, petroleum products, televisions, computers, and all other electronic devices, to the Wabash County Solid Waste Management District. This is a free

service for residents of Wabash County. There is a small fee for business services. The District’s normal hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For questions regarding what can be taken to the District, please call 260-563-7649. The District will have two Tox-a-Way Days. One will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday, May 6, at the District office on Manchester Avenue. The other will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 13, at the North Manchester Street Department, 407 Wabash Road, North Manchester. No furniture, mattresses, textiles or yard waste will be accepted at the WCSWMD sites.

DAR chapter has April meeting Article provided

The monthly meeting of the Frances Slocum Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) took place on

Tuesday, April 11, at the Grandstaff Hentgen Activity

Room, Wabash. The meeting opened with the DAR ritual. Devotions were “St. Patrick’s Prayer.” The April President General’s message from Ann T. Dillon was shared by Joyce Joy. Members may now include their DAR work in their

Service to America volunteer hours! This includes genealogy research, American History contests, Good Citizens scholarships, conservation work, veterans work, community service awards and all DAR work that makes such a difference in local

communities. By including these hours, the group hopes to be able to give every member a chance to participate and share their story of service to the community through DAR. Barbara Amiss gave the National Defender report on Peter

Francisco, who was known variously, as the Virginia Giant,” the “Giant of the Revolution” and occasionally, as the “Virginia Hercules.” He was an American patriot and soldier in the American Revolutionary War. In 1765, Peter mysteriously appeared on a dock in City Point (now Hopewell), Va., when he was about 5 years old. As Peter grew, he towered over everyone else at the impressive height of 6-foot, 6-inches, and weighted around 260 pounds. At age 15, he joined the Tenth Virginia as a private. At his first battle, he received a minor bullet wound at the Battle of Brandywine Creek. He convalesced at a Quaker home with his new friend, the Marquis de Lafayette. Peter did a total of five enlistments, had five wounds – two of them nearly fatal. The United States Post Office in 1975, commemorated Francisco for his incredible strength and valor. During a retreat, he noticed a cannon carriage stuck in the mud. Knowing it would be vulnerable to falling into the hands of the British; he hoisted the 1,100pound barrel onto his shoulder and carried it to safety. His last service to our country was in the Virginia House of Delegates as sergeant at arms, a position he held until his death in 1831. Avonne Lee Knecht shared the American Indians Committee minute. The chapter received an Easter card from the

Crossnore Schools in North Carolina. It also received a media advisory to kick off the World War I C e n t e n n i a l Celebration in Indianapolis, and a notice of the April 17 Webinar: Navigating the Members’ Website: How to find what you need! Service to America tally hours were 585. The members prepared 86 thank you cards for the May 24 Honor Flight. In March, the chapter sent over four pounds of coupons to Lakenheath Air Force Base in Suffolk, England, and 658 cancelled stamps to the Indiana Veterans Home. Linda Thompson was recognized for 20 years of membership in DAR, currently serving as the chapter registrar. Victoria Voris, DAR State Registrar, from Indianapolis, spoke about DNA and DAR and Family Tree partnerships. DNA short for Deoxyribonucleic Acid, is the molecule that contains the genetic code of organisms. This includes animals, plants, protists, archaea and bacteria. DNA is in each cell in the organism and tells cells what proteins to make. Mostly, these proteins are enzymes. DNA is inherited by children from their parents; such as skin, hair and eye color. The DNA in a person is a combination of the DNA from each of their parents. Three types of genetic ancestry testing are commonly used for genealogy: Y chromosome testing: Variations in the Y chromosome, passed

exclusively from father to son, can be used to explore ancestry in the direct male line. This testing can only be done on males. Mitochondrial DNA testing: This type of testing identifies genetic variations in mitochondrial DNA. Both males and females have mitochondrial DNA, which is passed on from their mothers, so this type of testing can be used by either sex. Single nucleotide polymorphism testing: These tests evaluate large numbers of variations across a person’s entire genome. Genetic ancestry testing is offered by several companies and organizations. DAR partnered with Family Tree in 2016, to incorporate genetic ancestry testing as part of the proof lineage information of an American patriot lineage. The next meeting of the Frances Slocum Chapter will be

Tuesday, May 9, at 7 p.m. at the GrandstaffHentgen Activity Room, 1231 Manchester Ave., Wabash. The program will be presented by members on various Indiana authors. Prospective members and guests are always welcome to attend. DAR membership is open to any woman 18 years of age, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution. Those having questions about their family history lineage information may contact www.dar.org or Linda Thompson at 260-563-4661 or Barbara Amiss at 260982-4376.

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Board of Works OKs county animal shelter funding By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com A fee for service contract between the City of Wabash and the Wabash County Animal Shelter was approved Thursday, April 20, by the Wabash Board of Public Works and Safety. Through the agreement, the city will give the shelter up to $32,700 to be used for spaying and neutering animals, and for animal health care. The Wabash City Council and shelter officials received a copy of the contract at the April 10 council meeting. The matter was reviewed by the shelter board, which requested a few minor changes, Mayor Scott Long noted. “In the original contract, it said (the shelter) would patrol regularly,” he said. “Basically they are being reactive and not proactive, so they will only go out when they are called.” The hours the shelter is opened was incorrect in the original contract, and that was corrected in the new measure. The city has a key at the Wabash County Central Dispatch office in case an animal needs to be placed at the shelter after hours, the mayor continued. “If it’s freezing weather, (shelter officials) want us to call them to place the animal inside.” The contract was signed by city officials Thursday. However, Steve Hicks, the shelter’s board president, was not present at the meeting to sign on behalf of the shelter. Shelter manager Doug Bogert, Hicks’ father-in-law, was to take him a copy of the agreement to be signed and returned to City Attorney Randi ZimmermanIrgang. The contract is retroactive to the beginning of the year.

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witnessing violent relationships, we want to make sure people aren’t stuck in that cycle. “So the group addresses life skills to help the self be more independent and the self to be more cared for without being lost in relationships. So it’s the art of being yourself while being in relationships, and that’s not strictly romantic relationships.” The group also explores other relationships, such as family, friends and work-related, that may translate into romantic relationships and how “we don’t always recognize that,” she continued. “So we want to create a space where we can talk about these are the struggles that we’ve had in relationships and these are the struggles that we have in maintaining our own personhood and standing up for our right to personhood and how do we translate into all of our relationships and how do we translate that into being ourselves into our relationships without being selfish and without being self focused,” Davis said. No matter an attendee’s situation, the group provides an opportunity to build relationships with those experiencing or

have experienced the same struggles, she continued. “I can tell people all day long that they’re not alone, but until they really see each other, they can’t feel that experience of being not alone,” Davis said. “I want people to feel like it’s ok to talk to each other about such dark issues and if we can model with each other in a group setting how to be safe with people who aren’t trained therapists, if we can be safe with each other, then (the possibility) that that generalizes to other relationships is higher. I want people to be connected with each other and have the ability to … speak to someone that’s not a professional.” “Also typically an abusive situation most of the time includes isolation,” Heidi Vandermark, Hands of Hope victims advocate, added. “So to put them in a place that gets them out of that isolation is a biggie.” For those that have been through abusive relationships, the group offers the first step toward healing and can help lead to the second step, trauma recovery. “Trauma recovery is about getting beyond what has happened to us,” Davis said. “The Art of Self is more about self-

building. It’s about skill building in a group that’s safe and in a group with people who have been through the things that we’ve been through.” Davis said she also invites those thinking they may be in an unsafe relationship. “I have a personal belief and I work out of the belief that relationships hurt people and relationships heal people,” she said. “If you’re questioning whether or not you’re in a bad relationship, if that question has even come to mind, the likelihood I feel is that there’s probably something going on that needs to be explored. The group would provide an excellent place to start to get a handhold on what are healthy relationships supposed to look like?” If an attendee decides they are in a healthy relationship and don’t belong in the group, “that’s great,” she continued. However, “it’s worth a try to see where you are and that you are safe,” she said. The Art of Self takes place Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. at a confidential location. For more information or the meeting’s location, call 260-5634407.

Metzger Property Services opens Mentone office By The Paper staff MENTONE – Brenda Rose, Metzger Property Services associate auctioneer, cut the ribbon on her new office in Mentone on Thursday, April 20. The ceremony took place at 110 E. Main St. in Mentone. Rose is a graduate of the Missouri Auction School and is a member of the

Indiana Auctioneer’s Association. She has also achieved her Benefit Auctioneer Specialist Designation and her Certified Appraiser Designation. “For more than 40 years, Metzger’s has served the Mentone area and we are proud and excited that Brenda has taken the initiative to position herself to serve this community at an even

higher level,” said Chad Metzger, Metzger Property Services Owner. “This full service office will handle auctions, appraisals and real estate sales.” Rose can be reached at 574-328-0780. Rose is one of 4 agents to join Metzger in the last year. Others joining the business are: Gary Spangle of Claypool, is an associate auctioneer. Spangle is a graduate of World Wide College of Auctioneering. He is a graduate of Warsaw Community High School and has been a lifetime resident of the Warsaw area. Spangle is a member of the National Au c t i o n e e r ’s (continued on page 31)

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Metzger Property Services opens Mentone office ...continued from page 30 Association and the Indiana Auctioneer’s Association. He has been the director and a member of Kosciusko County C a t t l e m a n ’ s Association and a local farmer for the past 25 years. He resides in Claypool with his wife. Spangle’s experience in agriculture and knowledge of the area backed by Metzger’s Auction expertise assures the best possible return from an auction. He can be reached at 574551-1768. Jason Conley of Warsaw, is an associate auctioneer. He is a graduate of Reppert School of Auctioneering, and is

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Somerset Annual Town Rummage Coming May 5th & 6th More details next week! ȑ₢

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GARAGE SALE, 1316 Helms Dr., Fri. 4-28 8 to 5, Sat. 4-29 8 to noon. Clothes (3X), Christmas decor, printer, monitor, misc. MOVING SALE, Friday April 28 & Sat. April 29, 8-? 137 Stitt St. Behind house, down alley. Too much to list.

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE, Fri. 4/28 & Sat. 4/29 9-4, 1244 Falls Ave. Paper embossing supplies, rubber stamps, craft accessories , clothes for girls & women, men’s L 17”, curtains, stuffed animals & much more.

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RUMMAGE SALE, 10 Parkway Drive. Saturday April 29th from 6am-1pm. Lots of house hold items and home decor. Bike, golf clubs/bag, lamps, pictures, new throw pillows, ottoman, crafts, new ceramic tile still in boxes, space heater (like new), lots of misc.

RUMMAGE SALE, Fri. 4/28 & Sat. 4/29 8-3, #6 Chrysler Ave. Girls clothes 12mo-6, boys 4-6, bicycle trailer, Madella breast pump, lots of kids stuff & misc. WABASH LIGHTHOUSE MISSION Thrift Store, 806 N. Cass St. Storewide 1/2 price sale, Thurs., Fri. & Sat. April 27, 28 & 29 from 9-4. Check us out on Facebook for our sales & specials.

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LOWELL KARNS REAL ESTATE AND PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION THURSDAY, APRIL 27TH AT 5:30PM STATE RD 13 URBANA, IN 46990 (To set up an appt. call the office at 260-563-2484) This land property is located on the east side of State Rd 13, just north of Urbana. Currently located on the property are a barn and 2 grain bins. The barn is constructed of 2 separate buildings. The dimensions of the connected buildings are 28ft x 36ft with the ceiling topping out at 12ft, and the other measures as 40ft x 80ft with the height measuring as 16ft. The land is approximately 1.4 (+/-) acreage. Also found at this auction: copper tubing, mope heads, horse shoes, filters, bench grinder, fire extinguishers, cabinets, oil cans, gas cans, grease guns, shiv blocks, jacks, all kinds of hand tools, floor jack, chains, hay hooks, lawn sweepers, Simplicity tiller, Bunton lawn edger, extension cords, 3 ton jack stand, funnels, Husky air compressor, box end, open end wrenches, 3 qtr socket set, flat ratchet, paint brushes, 3/8 air ratchet, socket sets, air conditioner, copier, various hand farm tools, grinder, car ramps, 8 ft. GM topper, flat steel, various sizes of 2x4's, wooden ladders, 4 zinc plates, John Deere 420 full hydraulic 60 in. mower with turf tires, John Deere LX178 44 in. mower with turf tires, John Deere 180 36 in. mower with turf tires, 10" Craftsman radial arm saw, several pieces of 1012' sheets of aluminum, Lawn-Boy 4HP push mower, and much more!!!

DOWNSIZING! 606 W. 9th St. April 28 9-5 & April 29 91. Decor, dishes, tools, dresser, wooden stands, dining chairs, toys.

HUGE 3 FAMILY, KIDS to Big Men’s clothing, tools, furniture, lots of knick knacks, 9am-5pm Friday and Saturday, April 28th and 29th, 2.5 miles West on State Road 114 from the Junction 13/114.

HUGE SALE! 2 in the area Thursday April 27 4:30-7:00 pm Friday April 28 8:00-4:00 3610 West State Road 114. North Manchester. Baby gate, baby boy up to 24 months. Clothing; boys up to 14, Girls up to 10/12. Toys, bikes, toy storage unit, new bathroom stool, lots of miscellaneous.

Any announcements made day of sale take precedence over any printed material. EVERYTHING SOLD AS IS - WHERE IS, Sellers nor Auctioneer(s) assume any liability in case of accidents, nor are they responsible for articles after sold.

RAIN OR SHINE, 13280 N 300 W, Silver Lake, Boys Clothes 2T-8, Boys shoes and cleats, Womens’ clothing, Household Misc., Toys and books, Dryer, Thursday 4-30pm-7pm, Friday 8am-4pm, FLOOR

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Sale of real estate will be $3000.00 down day of sale, balance due day of closing. There will be a 2% buyer's premium added to the winning bid of the real estate. Cash, Check w/ID, and VISA or Mastercard (3% convenience fee on credit cards) accepted.

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

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TOWN OF LAFONTAINE ORDINANCE NO. 2, 2017 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 16, 1982 REGULATING THE TOWN PARK

TOWN OF LAFONTAINE ORDINANCE NO. ___, 2017 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE RATES AND CHARGES FOR THE WATERWORKS UTILITY WHEREAS, the Town of LaFontaine operates a waterworks utility (“Waterworks”) for the benefit of the ratepayers within the Town and in the surrounding areas; WHEREAS, various ordinances have been adopted from time to time regarding policies and procedures for the Waterworks and the establishment of water rates, fees, and charges; WHEREAS, the most current Waterworks rate ordinance is Ordinance No. 14, 2013, “An Ordinance Amending the Rates and Charges for the Waterworks Utility”; WHEREAS, the Town has elected to update its policies and procedures with regard to utility billing; and WHEREAS, to maintain consistency between the new utility billing policies and procedures and the Waterworks rate ordinance, the Town has determined that the previous Waterworks rate ordinances, including but not necessarily limited to Ordinance No. 14, 2013, should be amended and modified as provided herein; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Town Council of the Town of LaFontaine, Indiana, as follows: 1. The rates, fees, and charges are hereby amended and modified, and the new rates, charges, and fee schedules shall be the amount shown on Appendix A, attached hereto and made a part hereof. 2. Any credit balance for water utility service provided by the Town that has gone unclaimed by a Customer for more than seven (7) years after the disconnection and/or termination of the Customer’s water utility service becomes the property of the Town. See Ind. Code 32-4-1-1; Ind. Code 8-1-2-1. 3. This Ordinance shall supersede all other ordinances relating to the rates, fees, and charges for the Town Waterworks, to the extent they are inconsistent with this Ordinance. 4. All other provisions of the previous ordinances relating to the rates, fees, and charges for the Town Waterworks that are not inconsistent with this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. 5. The provisions herein, when approved and adopted, shall be effective beginning with the _[month following adoption]_ 2017 period and billed for the _________ 2017 billing period.

APPENDIX A LaFontaine Waterworks Water Rates and Charges:

I. Recurring Rates and Charges A. Metered Rates Per Month Per 1000 Gallons First 2,667 $11.24 Next 2,333 $8.98 Next 3,333 $6.72 Next 16,667 $2.10 Unmetered Rate Per Month $41.95 B. Minimum Charge Per Month Size of Meter 5/8 inch meter $22.51 3/4 inch meter $40.41 1 inch meter $70.96 1½ inch meter $101.14 2 inch meter $161.57 3 inch meter $303.47 4 inch meter $509.34 6 inch meter $807.88 C. Fire Protection – Municipal Hydrant Per Annum Municipal Hydrant – Per Hydrant $562.03 D. Fire Protection – Private Hydrant Per Annum Private Hydrant – Per Hydrant $562.03 E. Bulk Water Rate Per 1000 Gallons $6.72 II. Non-Recurring Rates and Charges A. Tap Fee Residential—Short Side $1,000.00 Residential—Long Side $2,000.00 Non-Residential $500.00 plus actual cost of tap Street Repair (if necessary) Actual Cost of Repair B. Utility Service Deposit $100.00 C. Connection Fee (new customer) $15.00 D. Late Fee 10% of first $3.00 and 3% of remainder E. Reconnection Fee (following disconnection of service) $50.00 F. Returned Check Fee $30.00 G. Service Fee for Notice of Discconnect Letter $10.00 H. Service Call First call Free Additional calls in any 12-Month Period $30.00 Overtime Hours – Charge Per Hour $60.00 I. Meter Tampering First Offense $100.00 plus estimated damages Subsequent Offenses $250.00 plus estimated damages Public Hearing will be on May 8, 2017 at 6:45 pm at the La Fontaine Town Hall located at 13 West Branson Street, La Fontaine, IN 46940.

WHEREAS, the Town has deemed it advisable to amend the hours of operation of the Community Park of the Town of LaFontaine. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Town Council of the Town of LaFontaine, Indiana, as follows: 1. The Community Park of the Town of LaFontaine shall be open from dawn until dusk, with one exception described in paragraph 2 herein. 2. The Park shall remain open during little league games and practices or other Town-approved events, even if those extend past dusk. During such times, all minor children must be supervised by a responsible adult. 3. Any person who shall violate any provision of this Ordinance, or who shall aid, assist, or encourage the violation thereof, may be subject to a fine as provided herein. For first-time offenses, the Town may impose a fine of up to $50.00 per violation. For all subsequent offenses, the Town may impose a fine of up to $100.00 per violation. 4. Any and all provisions included in Ordinance No. 16, 1982 that are not inconsistent with the provisions herein shall remain in full force and effect. Public Hearing will be on May 8, 2017 at 6:45 pm at the La Fontaine Town Hall located at 13 West Branson Street, La Fontaine, IN 46940.

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF SALE OF TAX SALE CERTIFICATE AND EXPIRATION OF PERIOD OF REDEMPTION Names of Persons with Substantial Interest: Aialik Investments, LLC, Arlyn A. Lynch, Denee A. Lynch, Unknown Occupant of 29 E. Sinclair Street, Wabash, Indiana, and the unknown heirs, devisees, legatees, and heirs at law, grantees, wives, widows, husbands or widowers, assignees or successors, of each and any of the above named persons whose names are unknown. Pursuant to I.C. 6-1.1-25-4.5, you are hereby notified that Harold E. Smith, Jr. (“Purchaser”) purchased Tax Sale Certificate Number 851600038 for the following described piece or parcel of land (“Property”) at the Wabash County, Indiana Tax Sale held on October 12, 2016. Street Address: Parcel ID Number: Brief Legal Description: Owner:

29 E. Sinclair St., Wabash, IN 46992 85-14-11-302-128.000-009 OP E 50’ LOT 190 Aialik Investments, LLC

The date of expiration of the period of redemption is Thursday, October 12, 2017. According to public records, you had a substantial interest in this property on the date of the tax sale. You are hereby notified as follows: 1. A Petition for Tax Deed will be filed after Thursday, October 12, 2017. 2. Street address or common description of the tract or property, if any: 29 E. Sinclair Street, in Wabash, Indiana. 3. Parcel Number of Real Estate: 85-14-11-302-128.000-009 4. Brief legal description of Real Estate: OP E 50’ LOT 190 5. Date of Tax Sale: October 12, 2016 6. Name of Purchaser or Purchaser’s Assignee: Harold E. Smith, Jr. 7. Any person may redeem the parcel at any time on or before the date specified in paragraph 11. 8. Amount required for redemption: The components of the amount necessary to redeem the Property are as follows: a) The amount for which the Property was sold ($676.64); plus b) Ten percent of the amount for which the certificate was sold; plus c) All taxes and special assessments upon the Property paid by Purchaser after the sale, plus ten percent (10%) interest per annum on those taxes and special assessments; plus d) Purchaser’s attorney's fees and costs of giving notice under I.C. §6-1.1-25-4.5; plus e) Purchaser’s costs of a title search; plus f) All taxes, special assessments, interest, penalties, and fees on the Property that accrued after the sale. Please contact the Wabash County Auditor at (260) 563-0661 for the exact redemption amount. 9. The Purchaser, or the Purchaser’s successors or assignees, are entitled to reimbursement for additional taxes or special assessments on the parcel or real property that were paid by the Purchaser subsequent to the tax sale and before redemption, plus interest. 10. The parcel or real property has not been redeemed. 11. The date of expiration of the period of redemption is Thursday, October 12, 2017. 12. The Purchase or the Purchaser’s assignee is entitled to receive a deed for the parcel or real property herein described, if it is not redeemed on or before the date specified in paragraph 11. 13. The Purchaser or the Purchaser’s assignee is entitled to reimbursement for the costs described in I.C. 6-1.1-25-2(e) (the attorney fees, the cost of giving notice and the costs of a title search or of examining and updating the abstract of title for the real estate incurred by the purchaser(s) in complying with I.C. 6-1.1-25-4.5 and 6-1.1-25-4.6, together with ten percent (10%) per annum on those amounts). 14. If the property is not redeemed, the owner of record at the time the tax deed is issued may have a right to the tax sale surplus, if any. **The amount required for redemption of the parcel or real property can increase as the Purchaser fulfills the requirements for the issuance of a Tax Deed and as the amount of interest increases. If you are interested in redeeming the property, please call the County Auditor’s Office for the redemption amount. Notice prepared by: Adrian L. Halverstadt III DELANEY HARTBURG ROTH & GARROTT LLP Attorneys for Harold E. Smith, Jr. 533 Warren Street, Huntington IN 46750 Phone: 260-356-4100

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FOR SALE: Mossberg Patriot Night Train Rifle, 308 Cal. Bi-Pod Barska scope, 22â&#x20AC;? fluted barrel $425. Chrysler 300 SRT 20x0 factory original chrome wheels, set of 4 $1,000, $1,600 on E-Bay. NC Star 6X24X50 rifle scope w/ base & rings $75. Sig-Sauer P 230.380 Cal. blue leather holster & mag pouch $375. Winchester Model 12. 12 Ga 28â&#x20AC;? Mod Barrel $475. Set of 4 Chevy Caprice aluminum 15x7 wheels $60. Call 260571-6017.

Employment St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Child Care Ministry is GROWING! We are currently seeking employees to fill part time positions working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers! You must have a high school diploma or GED. We are looking for employees with a love for God and a heart for children. Qualified candidates may call 260-786-3738.

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

Star Excavating is seeking: Heavy Equipment Operators and Laborers for underground pipe installation and dirt crews. Candidates should be dependable and have a good work history and able to work in all types of weather conditions. PreEmployment Drug Screen Required Wages based on experience. Benefit package offered. Applications available at 7832 north â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 900 west Huntington, Indiana 46750 or e-mail us a t customerservice@starexc. com.

Services

HELP WANTED BJS Services is accepting applications!

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AMISH GIRLS house cleaning service, Spring cleaning or weekly cleaning. Call 765-985-3312. FISH FOR STOCKING: Most Varieties Pond Lakes. Laggisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fish Farm, 269628-2056 (days) or 269624-6215 (evenings).

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Apply in person at Real Alloy, 4525 W. Old 24 in Wabash, or at your local Work One office. No phone calls please. EOE.

PICKUP & DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED, new equipment set up work. Apply in person at our store & ask for Ryan. Wabash Portable Equipment, 1830 S. Wabash St. Wabash. WANTED - WILD HONEY Bee Swarms. Will capture. Not from inside buildings. 260-774-9300

THE PAPER

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April 26, 2017

‘the paper’ of Wabash County, Inc., P.O. Box 603, Wabash, IN 46992. Classified Ads: $9.50 for first 20 words in advance: 15¢ each word thereafter. Deadline 12:00 noon on Monday

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Real Estate

WE BUY GOLD, silver and coins. Wabash Valley Prospectors LLC, 633 S. Wabash St., Wabash. Tim Ravenscroft, 260-5715858.

FOR SALE / LAND CONTRACT with 10% Down, Royal Estates, 2-Bedroom / 2-Bath (+55) Condos, New Carpet, Paint, New Kitchen Countertops, Appliances 1105 N. Market - Dockter 982-4941

Farm

Mobile Homes CLEAN STRAW for gardens, large & small bales. 260-388-4574.

MIXED HAY FOR SALE, $3/bale. Quantities of 100 or more $2/bale. Call 765603-9711 or 765-6679598.

Recreational Vehicles

GOLF CART for sale, 2005 Club Car, excellent condition. 765-833-4412.

RENT TO OWN 2 Bdrm mobile homes available in Lakeview MHP located in a country setting just minutes from Wabash. Water, sewer and garbage included. 530-701-1906 or 530514-4266. WABASH/NORTH MANCHESTER 2 Free homes must be moved! 574-6122019.

Area Five WIC Wabash/North Manchester

Clinic Assistant Excellent part time opportunity with benefits. Duties include Intake, Reception, Benefit issuance, phones, scheduling, outstanding customer service. Reliable transportation and basic computer skills a must. High school graduation required, clerical experience in a health care setting preferred. Applications are available at www.areafive.com ‘About Us’ or picked up at any Area Five Agency. Send completed applications to Attn: HR, 1801 Smith St., Logansport, IN 46947 Area Five Agency is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.

For Rent

TWO BEDROOM

DUPLEX w/d hookup, AC, quiet neighborhood, NO SMOKING, NO PETS, $400 deposit, $600 per month.

260-571-9392 2 BR SMALL DUPLEX on Anna Street for 1 or 2 people, all electric. Attached garage, w/d hookup, central air. $495/month plus utilities. 260-563-7743. 3 BR 2 BA HOME north of Wabash on State Road 15. Call 765-697-9056.

VERY NICE 1 story 2 or 3 bdrm home at 1369 Glenn Ave., Wabash. Appliances provided, $510/mo. plus deposit and references. Call 260-705-2202.

Auto

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THE PAPER

www.thepaperofwabash.com

April 26, 2017

‘the paper’ of Wabash County, Inc., P.O. Box 603, Wabash, IN 46992. Classified Ads: $9.50 for first 20 words in advance: 15¢ each word thereafter. Deadline 12:00 noon on Monday

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CARTER SMALL ENGINE

DEPENDABLE TRANSPORTATION. 2004 Chevy Malibu, loaded with options, looks & drives great! Seen across from Triple LLL Trucking, $1750 OBO. Call 260-571-1780.

Singles

Full Time / Part Time / Seasonal

Repair & Service

Tanker Certification needed - Hazmat a plus. Pay based on experience and qualifications. Home most nights.

1-260-578-0573

Call: 260-982-2175 between 8:00am - 3:00pm

ACROSS THE ROAD at first glance, take a chance. Attractive single white male, 58, seeking a single female for a long term relationship. Please send photo & phone to Box 305, c/o The Paper, PO Box 603, Wabash, IN 46992.

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Full Time Cook. Must be at least 18, have a high school diploma, and be able to multitask in a fast paced environment! Benefits include no weekends, discounted childcare, paid holidays, and a clean, professional work environment in a new facility. Apply in Person 806 West South Street, North Manchester