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‘It will be missed’ Local resident looks back on summers at Indiana Beach

By Mandy Underwood munderwood@thepaperofwabash.com

Susan Garrett looks at her photo album and reminisces on her memories made at Indiana Beach. Photo by Mandy Underwood.

Eagles staff gears up for re-opening

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com The newly renovated Eagles Theatre will open this weekend with two performances by former Wabash resident Crystal Gayle.

The theatre has been closed since 2017 to update and modernize the building, originally opened in 1906. The changes have been amazing to include an updated sound system in the theatre, the creation of a smaller, second theatre in the basement, the creation of suites for private parties during movies and concerts, the creation of meeting rooms and classrooms, the creation of a recording studio and the full restoration of the ball room on the theatre’s fourth floor.

Honeywell Foundation officials hosted a media preview of the facility on Friday, Feb. 21. While most of the work has been completed, workers are still on site taking care of last minute details before this weekend’s opening.

Theatergoers will enter the building to an expanded Ford Meter Box Lobby featuring an accessibility ramp, expanded concession area and offerings, a donor wall and more.

The theater will seat 560 people, including the aforementioned suites – the Forrester Landing and the Forrester Roost. Each suite can accommodate up to 14 guests and provides additional food and beverage options.

The movie screen is 30 feet wide by 18 feet tall, larger than Continued on Page 16A

Photos from Garrett’s childhood trips to Indiana Beach.

Photos provided.

On Tuesday, Feb. 18, Indiana Beach amusement park in Monticello closed permanently after 94 years of operation.

For many, it is a sad day to see a longtime family fun spot go, but for Susan Garrett, this means saying goodbye to what seemed like her home away from home.

When she heard the news, her stomach dropped, she said. She immediately went into her storage to find photographs and reminisce on time well spent.

Garrett, who is now nearing 72 years of age, went to Indiana Beach for the first time when she was just 3 years old, and has been going for a week each summer since, staying in the same cabin, cabin number 9. Four generations of her family spent summers there, starting with her parents, Garrett and her siblings, Garrett’s two children, and then most recently, their children.

When she began visiting with her parents in 1951, the park was owned by the Spackman family and was mostly known for the ballroom overlooking which featured well known bands.

Garrett told The Paper of Wabash County that some of her favorite memories included riding the merry-go-round and reaching for brass rings in order to earn free rides.

“Early on when I was little, there was a skating rink there, which eventually turned into the dodge-em cars. I enjoyed listening to the music and watching the skaters. I also loved riding the Ferris wheel because you could see the whole park at the time. Just being there in the atmosphere was so special.”

Garrett also recalled being witness to the many changes that ensued over the years.

“When we first started going, of course, it just was in its early stages of being a park,” she said. “The tilt-a-whirl and the merry-go-round are the same ones today that they have always been, except that they replaced the horses.

They had so many coats of paint on them that they began to split, so they replaced those when they moved it to the kiddy section. The old horses were taken to Logansport and are stored in a warehouse. But as far as I know, the old faded red canvas top on the merry-go-round is still on. It was able to take me back to being a little kid again each time I went.”

Garrett was there for many other changes. She remembers when the park was sold to Morgan RV LLC and then again to Apex Parks group. She remembers saying goodbye to two small charter boats named Daddy Yahoo and Junior Yahoo and welcoming in Continued on Page 5A

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Helicopter crash injures 1

By The Paper staff

On Sunday, Feb. 23, Wabash County first responders were called to the scene of

a helicopter crash early that evening.

Wabash County Sheriff Ryan Baker provided The Paper of Wabash County with

details.

“At about 6:13 p.m., that night, Wabash County Central Dispatch received a 911 call of a helicopter

crash about a mile and a half west of North Manchester on State Road 114,” he said. “Wabash County Sheriff ’s Office and numerous volunteer fire agencies responded and did locate a small helicopter with a single male occupant.”

The occupant was identified as Theodore Oldfather, 76, North Manchester.

“The occupant is in critical condition at our last report,” Baker said. “He is at Parkview Regional Medical Center where he was flown there from the scene by Parkview Samaritan Helicopter.

“The FAA and the NTSB have been notified and are in route to investigate. That is all the information we can give at this time.”

Parkview’s Samaritan helicopter (top photo) arrives at the scene to take Theodore Oldfather to Parkview Regional Medical Center. Oldfather was critically injured after his helicopter (bottom photo) crashed Sunday evening. Photos by Eric Christiansen

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Students from the Information Technology program at Heartland Career Center show off their setup for the penny wars they are doing to raise money for Special Olympics. Pictured are, (front row from left) Keeton Moore, Andrew Burns, Kolby Dunn, Collin Hicks, Alison Gault, Hayley Houlihan, Jayden Evans, Vickie Houlihan; David Linkenhoker (second row, from left), Ian Risher, Joe Van Baalen, Joshua Stout, Tyler Twigg, Kane Miller, Tait Sucharski. Photo by Mandy Underwood

Heartland IT students launch 2 community service projects

By Mandy Underwood munderwood@thepaperofwabash.com Students from the I n f o r m a t i o n Technology Program at Heartland Career Center (HCC) are currently doing their community service project which takes two forms.

The students have initiated Penny Wars at the center, where each program competes for an ice cream party by bringing in money that will then be donated to the Special Olympics.

Students are encouraged to bring in pennies to put towards their classes total, and larger coins and bills to put towards other classes. In this competition, pennies are worth one point, and all other coins

and bills are worth negative points, with the points increasing as the amount of the currency does.

“Last year our goal was $500,” said Vickie Houlihan, instructor of the IT program.

“We ended up raising $1,400 to give to our Special Olympics.”

They have the same goal this year of $500 and as of Feb. 17, they had raised $300. The students hope to surpass last years amount and be able to donate even more to the cause.

Another way they are filling the community service requirement is by assisting seniors with their technology at the Winchester Senior Center on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. During this time, seniors can bring in their devices, (continued on page 3B)

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Road construction season set to begin

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Road construction season was scheduled to officially kick off in the City of Wabash on Monday.

That was the word Thursday night during Mayor Scott Long’s first Evening With the Mayor program of 2020. About 30 people gathered at the Honeywell Center to hear updates from Long on various projects around the city, as well as to meet the newly elected Wabash City Council.

Work was to begin Monday on South Cass Street for the city’s next phase of the long term storm water, sanitary sewer separation project.

“You may have seen them going through intersections and cutting little squares,” he said. “They’re pot holing to locate existing utilities under the street to make sure they don’t hit those with the excavator.”

Work is to begin on Burnette Street, just south of Schlemmer Brothers. In one

month, contractors expect to be at the intersection of Cass and Market streets.

“They’ll work their way north, up the hill, under the railroad tracks, north on Cass to Ferry Street and then slightly down Ferry Street toward Carroll Street,” Long said.

“It’s going to be a hassle. We’re going to try to do it so that people can bypass one city block or two city blocks if there’s a one-way street, and then get back on Cass to get where they are going.”

The city was awarded more than $800,000 in Community Crossing funds for other road projects around the city.

“We’re going to mill off four inches of Pike Street and Falls Avenue,” he said. “It will be Pike from Vernon all the way to the city limits. If you live on the south side, you’ll note that we’ve been removing trees from the tree lawns that have been destroying sidewalks over there.”

Projects whether it be a laptop, tablet, smart phone or even a flip phone and ask the students questions that they have about how to use their

devices.

“In order to get their certificate here, the students have to do six hours of community service, so

Part of the project, he added, will be replacing sidewalks.

“Falls Avenue, we’re going to go all the way from Sinclair Street, out toward 24,” Long said. “The endpoint for Community Crossings is Cambridge drive, but we also have money to continue all the way to U.S. 24 with the repaving on that, so we’ll have a new street there.

“I will encourage our police department to increase patrols out there because it’s going to be a racetrack out there, I’m sure.”

A final project is being done in conjunction with the Indiana Department of Transportation.

“They’re scheduled to repave State Road 15 from State Road 16 all the way through town,” Long said.

“We’ve been coordinating with them for at least a year and a half, maybe two years, to delay the southern portion, so we can get our pipe in the ground and the state can pay for

City Council member Terry Brewer addresses the crowd during “An Evening With the Mayor” on Thursday at the Honeywell Center. Photo by Joseph Slacian paving; we won’t have to. That will save roughly $400,000 by getting that done on that project.”

As part of the project, INDOT will place a traffic signal at the intersection with Wedcor Avenue.

“With the new hotel going up, we feel like we need a little more traffic control,” the mayor said. “We’ve had two fatal accidents there at the exit to the shopping center, and there’s going to be increased traffic there.”

Turning to the railroad overpass on East Street, INDOT chose WSD Engineering to work on the design of the project. The firm is a worldwide operation with offices in Indianapolis.

“They came in,” Long said. “We had an estimate of $10.7 million, they changed some elevation and grade on the road

...continued from Page 2B this is a good way to get that time in,” said Houlihan.

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going over the railroad, and it reduced the cost over $1 million. We’re looking at $9.5 million, now, so that’s good news for the city. That’s going to save us some money.”

Construction probably won’t begin until 2023 because of various environmental and other studies that must be completed first.

“It’s a long, drawn out process,” the mayor reminded. “It’s an INDOT project. We don’t have any management responsibilities. It’s the State of Indiana.”

Long also touched on the housing situation in the city, noting that the city will receive a report on a proposed housing project for the former General Tire (GDX) property on Stitt Street. He also said discussion on hous-

ing at the site of the former Parkview Wabash Hospital continues.

Other topics he discussed included: Meetings with Japanese officials to discuss the possibility of Japanese firms to locate in Wabash County.

A trip to China and Japan is planned again later this year.

During the trip, the sister city relationship will be finalized with the city of Lin Hi in China.

The city hopes to

set up a similar relationship with a prefecture in Japan.

The Council members – Mitch Figert, District 1; Dave Monroe, District 2; Terry Brewer, District 3; Susan Bonfitto, District 4; Doug Adams, District 5; and Bryan Dillon and John Burnsworth, At-Larg – introduced themselves to those present, discussing their background and why they want to serve on Council.

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ACLU files suit over county jail conditions

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Attorneys for the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana filed a lawsuit Wednesday, Feb. 19, on behalf of three inmates at the Wabash County Jail.

The suit, filed in the United States District Court Northern District of Indiana, South Bend, is on behalf of “Jerry Copeland, John Whitt and James Dutton, on behalf of themselves and a class of those similarly situated.”

The suit claims the county jail is overcrowded and understaffed, resulting in dangerous, unconstitutional conditions in the jail.

This is one of more than a dozen lawsuits filed in various counties around Indiana.

Six, including the Wabash lawsuit, are ongoing. Other suites are in Allen, Gibson, Henry, Marshall and Vigo counties. A sev-

enth case is being monitored in Monroe County.

“Overcrowding inherently leads to conditions that the Supreme Court has found unconstitutional,” according to Stevie Pactor, ACLU of Indiana attorney.

“County sheriffs must ensure the safety and well-being of individuals who are incarcerated.”

Wabash County Sheriff Ryan Baker and County Commissioner President Brian Haupert declined to comment on the lawsuit. County Council President Kyle Bowman did not return a request for comment.

According to the lawsuit, the local jail regularly houses more than 100 people.

The jail, constructed in 1979, has 72 permanent, operational beds.

The most recent jail inspection, in February 2019, noted that “on the day of

Title transfer OK’d for part of county farm

By Mandy Underwood munderwood@thepaperofwabash.com The Wabash County Board of Commissioners met on Monday, Feb. 24.

During this meeting, Resolution 2020-85-03 Transfer of Title to part of the Wabash County farm was approved unanimously the inspection the jail exceeded its rated capacity and there was not a bed for all the prisoners,” according to the lawsuit. “At the time of the inspection, the jail housed 108 inmates, and an additional 64 inmates were being temporarily housed out of county.”

The suit further notes that the jail is above its rated capacity 100 percent of the time, and has been since 2016, adding that a facility is deemed to be over-

by the board with no discussion.

Board chairman, Brian Haupert told The Paper of Wabash County that part of that land will be used for a new jail.

“This is part of the economic development long term plan, also there is interest from a party that’s wanting to develop a piece

crowded long before it reaches 100 percent capacity.

“This is because, when a jail exceeds 80 percent capacity, and under certain circumstances less than that percentage of capacity, it becomes difficult if not impossible to conduct necessary classification of prisoners much beyond separating men and women,” the suit notes.

Classification, the suit contends, is “essential to protect the safety of both prisoners and staff.”

“By way of example only,” it continued, “inmates with mental and physical disabilities should be separated from those

of that ground, which we can’t divulge that,” said Haupert.

“It’s also a part of a process of building a new jail. So part of those lots is designated as a space for a new jail. There are other plans to have businesses be able to locate there in a business park.”

without those disabilities, prisoners who are prone to be preyed upon should be separated from predators, and prisoners who have previous problems with each other should be separated.”

The ACLU asks the court to declare the county violated the United States Constitution, specifically the 14th and 8th amendments which deal with pretrial detainees and convicted prisoners, respectively.

It also requests the court enter an injunction requiring the county to take all steps necessary to ensure the conditions of confinement at the

Wabash County Jail comply with the United States Constitution.

It also asks the court award Copeland, Whitt and Dutton reasonable attorney fees and all other proper relief.

“The pattern of county jail overcrowding in Indiana highlights the need for larger mass incarceratin policy reform,” said Jane Henegar, ACLU of Indiana Executive Director. “It’s time to move beyond treating the symptoms of jail overcrowding to treating the cause – the policies that have led to this mass incarceration crisis.”

Manley Music Scholarship applications available The Manley Music Scholarship Trust application is now available to any person who is attending or has graduated from Wabash High School, and is enrolled or intends to enroll in a post-high school educational institution for the purpose of pursuing a career in music or music education, dance or dance education.

The requirement includes those planning to pursue careers in music composition, music technology, music performance, musical theater or music therapy.

Scholarships are for one year.

Recipients may reapply annually.

Maximum eligibility is four years.

Applications may be downloaded from the Wabash High School website under scholarships and are due on or before March 15. A recent letter of reference and grade transcripts must be included with application.

Submit completed applications with supporting documentation to the Wabash High School Guidance Office.

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Memories

The Krouses — Dan (from left), Bob and Sam — cut the ribbon at the new MPS Egg Farms headquarters in North Manchester. Photos by Don Hurd

MPS opens new headquarters NORTH MANCHESTER — Coming home to where it all began was important to the Krouse, Grant and Strauss families.

That dream came true Thursday afternoon at the official ribbon cutting for MPS Egg Farms.

An impressive 22,000 square foot, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters was built on the bank of the Eel River in North Manchester.

The facility houses company leadership, administrative functions and support functions for MPS Egg Farms.

Formerly known as Midwest Poultry Services the headquarters were located in Mentone.

MPS Egg Farms got its start in North Manchester in 1875 and is now a sixthgeneration familyowned and operated company. CEO and industry leader, Bob Krouse, was joined by sons Sam and Dan in 2015 and 2013, respectively. MPS Egg Farms attributes its success to a dedicated food safety commitment, on-going animal welfare advocacy and exceptional customer service.

The company currently has 550 employees in four locations in northern Indiana and Illinois who oversee about 10 million laying hens, producing an average of 5 million eggs a

The Krouses celebrate cutting the ribbon by tapping scissors.

day.

The ribbon cutting ceremony was attended by local govern-

ment officials, business leaders and representatives from Grow Wabash offices.

A public open house took place on Saturday, Feb. 22.

the Shafer Queen, a river boat that took guests on rides around the lake. She remembers new pavement being poured in 1954, when the dome building was built and used for a gift shop, and when they added an air-conditioned restaurant above the ballroom.

But most of all she remembers the memories she made there with family and friends and the joy that it brought to her and her loved ones.

She recalls a day that she was visiting Indiana Beach with a friend and recognized Thomas Spackman, the original owner.

“He was over 90 at the time but I recognized him and I went over to him and had the honor of talking with him and shaking his hand,” she said. “I told him I had been coming there since I was 3 and that I appreciated all that he and his family had done to

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bring so much joy to so many people over the years. I just had to take the opportunity to talk to him because I just felt like I was a part of it after all those years. It’s a big part of my life and always will be.”

Spackman died in 2013 at the age of 100.

Garrett also told The Paper about one of her most cherished memories that happened at Indiana Beach when she was 5 years old.

“When you were in the arcade, you could take a dime up to this machine and record a 45 record. You step up the microphone and of course it starts recording when you put your dime in, and I sang the ‘Ballad of Davey Crockett’ and when it finished, it flopped up like the

phonograph does and it slid out the slot toward me and I pulled it out and it was mine.”

Garrett no longer has the record, but says she will always remember getting to do that ad that she thought it was amazing.

When the park announced its closing, officials told the public that they had done all they could to find a buyer, but that unfortunately they were unsuccessful.

“I’m saddened that it has come to this and it will surely be missed.

It’s an Indiana icon and I know that if I enjoyed it the way I did, I know more people did too. So I know it will be missed,” said Garrett.

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NM woman writes book on painter, model

By Mandy Underwood munderwood@thepaperofwabash.com A local resident is in preparation for her book launch coming up on March 21 at the KenapocoMocha coffee shop in North Manchester.

Drēma Drudge, originally from West Virginia, now of North Manchester has spent the last six years writing and distributing her novel, “Victorine,” to be published.

The story features Victorine Meurent, a forgotten, accomplished painter who posed nude for Edouard Manet’s most famous, controversial paintings such as Olympia and The Picnic in Paris.

History has forgotten her paintings, despite the fact that she showed her work at the prestigious Paris Salon multiple times, even one year when her mentor, Manet’s, work was refused.

Drudge fell in love with writing about paintings after taking

a class at Manchester University, where she was assigned to do so.

Originally, she wrote a story about Olga Merson who was a model for Henri Matisse, and also a painter forgotten by history most likely due to the fact that she was a woman.

When Drudge saw the painting that inspired her story of Olga, she felt faint, overwhelmed, and dizzy.

She later found out that this experience is referred to as Stendhal’s Syndrome, the condition in which one becomes overwhelmed in the presence of great art.

“Art just moves me in the same way that a good wine might move someone else,” she said.

The piece about Olga went on to be her first fiction story published, appearing in the Louisville Review.

“I wrote the story and at the same time, I was in grad school getting my MFA in creative writing at Spalding University in Louisville,” she

said. “And then in another class, my instructor put up a slide of the painting “Olympia” by Manet and I got that same kind of feeling I had when I saw the painting of Olga.

Drudge was able to go to Paris and see the actual painting in real life, and decided to write a set of connected stories, which then turned into a fullblown novel.

In order to be in a special program, she was required to get a rough draft done in six months, which she did.

“My husband didn’t see a lot of me during that time,” she said with a laugh. “He’d be like ‘Where’s Drēma?

Oh, she’s on the couch with her laptop again.”

Since then, she has worked on perfecting the story and finding a publisher. Drudge’s agent sent it out for about three years, before it was picked up by Fleur-de-Lis Press, a small publisher out of Louisville.

Drudge is excited to be able to share her

WCS board declares surplus property

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Drema Drudge poses with the artwork that inspired her book, “Victorine,” and will be the cover of her novel. Photo by Mandy Underwood. writing and invites anyone to come to her

book launch on the 21st.

To learn more about Drudge and “Victorine,” visit her w e b s i t e , www.dremadrudge.co m and sign up for a newsletter for updates on her writing.

Wabash City Schools board met on Monday, Feb. 17.

During this meeting, the board approved the recommendation to list these items as surplus: grill/oven, meat slicer, potato mixer and register cart.

Approved the retirement of Debbie Lane as a cafeteria worker.

Approved Michelle Dezember for a paraprofessional lunch aide position at O.J. N e i g h b o u r s Elementary School.

Approved an overnight field trip to the National Junior Honor Society Leadership conference for four students and sponsor Alyson Keefer in Chicago, Ill. for the days of Feb. 28 to March 1.

Approved overnight field trip to the JAG Leadership conference for three students and teacher, Mrs. Castillo in Indianapolis for the days of March 12-13.

Approved the following extra curricular activity positions: Jessica Keaffaber sa the theatre director for spring production and Teresa Galley as assistant theater director for spring production.

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2 local swimmers advance to state Two Wabash County swimmers will continue their swim seasons this weekend at the State Finals.

Wabash’s Seth Blossom and Northfield’s Grant Dale each won sectional titles at the Warsaw Sectional Saturday, Feb. 22, to qualify for state.

Blossom finished first in the 500 free with a time of 4:52.89, 16 seconds faster than the second-place finisher.

Blossom missed a shot of a state spot in a second event with a second-place finish in the 200 free with a time of 1:50.32.

Northfield’s lone swimmer, junior Grant Dale, returns to the State Finals by winning the 100 back with a time of 54.29, 1.45 seconds quarter than the secondplace swimmer.

Dale fell just short of qualifying in a second event placing second in the 50 free with a time of 22.02, missing the win by .04 seconds and the state cut by 0.29 seconds.

Wabash diver advanced to the diving regional in Mishawaka Tuesday, Feb. 25 with his second place at sectional.

Reed’s recorded a 341.55 for his 11-dive program. The top eight divers at regional qualify for state.

Also competing for the Apaches but not moving on were: - The 200m relay team of Blossom, Michael Cordes, Kyle Thomas and Jonah France, fifth in 1:53.82 - The 200 free relay team of Devin Coffman, Lex Haynes, Trey Wright and Paul Cordes, 11th in

1:59.46 - The 400 free relay team of France, Thomas, Michael SETH BLOSSOM Cordes and Blossom, sixth in 3:44.89 -Cordes in the 200 free, 14th in 2:11.55 -Coffman in the 200 IM, 14th in 2:32.11 and the 500 free, 14th in 5:59.96 GRANT DALE -Thomas in the 200 IM, 15th in 2:37.82 and the 100 fly, 12th in 1:06.03 -France in the 100 free, 15th in 57.92 Manchester’s season ended at sectional.

Competing were: - The 200 medley relay team of Ethan Espeset, Leo Pohlenz, Tyler Andritsch, 11th in 2:08.91 - The 200 free relay team of Andritsch, Raice Martin, Seth Gaerte and Pohlenz, ninth in 1:47.69 - The 400 free relay team of Caden Marcum, Martin, Logon Perkins and Espeset, 10th in 4:51.91.

- Pohlenz in the 100 breast, 13th in 1:15.03

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Stroud takes 8th in state finals

By Eric Christiansen echristiansen@nmp aper.com Manchester’s Dylan Stroud was the only Wabash County wrestler to place at the IHSAA Wrestling State Finals Friday and Saturday, Feb. 2122.

Stroud advanced to the placing rounds in the 126 pound weight class by wining his opening match over Ashton Hayhurst from Evansville Mater Dei 7-5. Stroud fell behind early but came from behind to get the win to stay undefeated at 40-0.

Stroud kept things close in his three matches on Saturday but fell short in each one to end his sophomore season with a final 40-3 record.

In the quarterfinal match Stroud lost to David Pierson III from Warren Central 9-6.

The loss moved him to the wrestleback rounds to battle for at least a fifthplace result.

He lost the first match to Chesterton’s Aiden Torres 6-1 to

Manchester’s Dylan Stroud works against a Rochester opponent at the regional wrestling tourney in Peru. Photo by Eric Christiansen move to the seventhplace match where he suffered his first pin of the season. Stroud was pinned in 24 seconds by Monrovia’s Ben Dalton to finish in eighth place.

Wabash had two wrestlers vying for a state title but each

lost in Friday’s first round to end their seasons.

Junior Ethan Higgins (126 pounds) lost by technical fall 25-10 in 5:57 to Giovanni Diaz from Wheeler to end the season with a 32-4 record.

Fellow junior Grant Warmuth (220 pounds) saw his season end with a lost to Nate Willman of North Posey by pin in 2:32. Warmuth ended the season with a 39-8 record.

Boys sectional pairings set

By Eric Christiansen echristiansen@nmp aper.com Manchester and Wabash will stay close to home as they begin IHSAA boys basketball tournament play in Class 2A Sectional 36 at Manchester March 48.

Northfield and Southwood have longer treks as they are part of Class 1A Sectional 53 at Southern Wells.

Class 2A Manchester Sectional Manchester hosts an eight-team sectional with a strong field including last year’s Class 1A champion Fort Wayne Blackhawk (19-3).

Wabash (16-4) opens the sectional against Bluffton (14-7) Tuesday, March 4.

The Apaches defeated the Tigers 48-31 on Jan. 28. They are 4-0 against teams from the sectional including wins over

Manchester (9-11) 8045 on Dec. 28 and 4640 on Jan. 17, and a 71-48 win over Whitko (8-12) on Feb. 21.

The Squires also play Tuesday night against Fort Wayne Canterbury (10-11).

Manchester defeated Canterbury 68-59 on Jan. 11. They are 1-3 against the field with the fourth result a 5043 loss to Bluffton on Nov. 27.

Rounding out the field are South Adams (10-10) and Adams Central (9-12).

Tuesday, March 4 6 p.m., Wabash vs.

Bluffton 7:30 p.m., Manchester vs.

Canterbury Wednesday, March 5 6 p.m., Adams Central vs. South Adams 7:30 p.m., Whitko vs. Blackhawk Christian Friday, March 7 6 p.m., Tuesday Game 1 winner vs.

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Knightas top Norse in TRC clash, 75-55 Southwood ran away from Northfield in their conference contest, a 75-55 win Friday, Feb. 21.

Northfield hung with Southwood in the first quarter trailing 17-12 after one quarter. Southwood opened things up in the second quarter with a 23-15 advantage to take a 40-27 halftime lead and steadily pulled away in the second half.

Carson Rich led the Knights with 18 points, five rebounds, four assists and three steals while Jackson Simons had 16 points, 15 rebounds and three steals, and Gabe Lloyd had 16 points, two rebounds and two assists.

Connor Rich had nine points, seven steals and two assists, Jason Oprisek had nine points and three rebounds, Logan Barley had five points, two assists and two steals, and Dawson Filip had two points, five rebounds and three assists.

For Northfield, Clayton Tomlinson led the way with 19 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals, Graydon Holmes had 10 points, three rebounds and three steals, Dillon Tomlinson had eight points, three rebounds and three steals, Alex Haupert had nine points and four rebounds, Paul Treska had four points, three rebounds and three assists, Kaleb Krom had three points, two rebounds, two assists and two steals, and Jarret Shafter had two points, four rebounds and four assists. Liam Johnson added four rebounds.

Southwood won the JV contest 51-20.

Nathan Lehner led the Knights with 18 points and six steals, followed by Chase Lopez with nine points and eight rebounds, Isaiah Sutton with eight points, Dylan Stout with six points and four rebounds, Derrick Smith with five points, four assists and four steals, Kaden Rody with four points and three steals and Mo Lloyd with two points

and two rebounds.

Dean Elzy and Brayden Smith each had two rebounds.

Manchester Columbia City 57, Manchester 47 Manchester led by a point at halftime but Columbia City slowly pulled away in the second half for a 57-47 win over the Squires Tuesday, Feb. 18.

Columbia City led 16-11 after one quarter but the Squires battled back for a 2322 halftime lead before the Eagles pulled away.

Kreeden Krull led the Squires with 10 points and three rebounds while Thane Creager had 10 points and one assist.

Weston Hamby had eight points, eight assists and five rebounds, Caleb Stout had eight points, Max Carter had six points and four rebounds, and Austin Underwood had five points.

Maconaquah 64, Manchester 63 Manchester’s final shot of its home game against Maconaquah went in but was inches too close for the needed three-point shot to tie the game in the Squires’ 64-63 loss Friday, Feb. 21.

The game saw numerous lead changes with the final one coming when the Braves trailed 57-50 in the fourth quarter then went on a 14-4 run to lead 64-61.

Creager led the Squires with 10 points, Hamby had 14 points and 11 assists, Carter had 13 point, 13 rebounds, three steals and two assists, Krull had eight points and six rebounds, Stout had six points and Underwood had three points.

The JV team defeated Maconaquah 43-39.

Brayden Jones led the team with 12 points, followed by Maddox Zolman with 10, Carter Bedke and Caden Miller with six each, while Case, Ramer, Miller and Jones each had four points.

Northfield Maconaquah 76, Northfield 54 Maconaquah fin-

ished a strong first half and continued to pull away from Northfield in the second half on its way to a 76-54 win.

Northfield was led

by Graydon Holmes led the Norse with 10 points and five rebounds followed by Alex Haupert with nine points, Kaleb Krom with eight points and five rebounds, Jarret Shafter and Jayden Peas with six points each, Paul Treska with four points, and Dillon Tomlinson and Jake Halderman with three points each.

Clayton Tomlinson had three points and 11 rebounds.

The Norse JV team lost 43-38.

Halderman led the way with 15 points.

Southwood Adams Central 63, Southwood 53 Adams Central took an early 17-8 lead over visiting Southwood and held on for a 63-53 win Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Carson Rich lead the Knights with 21 points and eight rebounds, followed by Simons with eight points, seven assists and six rebounds, Filip with seven points and four rebounds, Lloyd with five points and two rebounds, Oprisek with four points and four rebounds, Winer with four points and one steal, Connor Rich with two points, four rebounds, four steals and three assists, and Barley with two points .

Wabash Wabash 66, Eastbrook 38 The Wabash boys basketball team continued its torrid pace with a 66-38 over Eastbrook Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Kallen Kelsheimer led a balanced attack with 11 points and four assists, followed

by Trenton Daughtry with 10 points and four assists, Dereck Vogel with nine points, six rebounds and six assists, Jasper Walters with nine points and two assists, Elijah Vander Velden with eight points and 10 rebounds, Bryant Boggs with five points and two rebounds, Jared

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Wabash’s Wyatt Davis tries to pass around Blackford’s Luke Brown on Saturday night. Photo by Joseph Slacian Holley with three points and two rebounds, and Joe Leland with three points and one assist.

The JV team defeated Eastbook 63-43.

Dave Ford had a big game with 26 points and eight rebounds while Kolton Wilson had 12 points, seven rebounds and six steals, and Hunter Jones with six points and three rebounds.

Keegan O’Neil had five points and seven rebounds, Bryant Boggs had four points and three rebounds, Cash Carmichael had two points and three rebounds, while Jarrett Wilson and Ethan Kocher each had two points and two rebounds.

Wabash 71, Whitko 48 The Apaches were rude guests at Whitko taking a 22-8 first quarter lead to cruise to a 71-48 conference win over the Wildcats Friday, Feb. 21 Vander Velden led the Apaches with 22 points, 10 rebounds and five blocks and Daughtry had 20 points and 12 rebounds. Walters had nine points, two rebounds and two assists, Holley had seven points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals, Davis had four points and two rebounds, Boggs had four points, Carmichael

had two points, and Leland had one point and two rebounds.

The JV team defeated Whitko 34-29.

Dinkins had 11 points and four rebounds, Ford had 10 points and eight rebounds, Kocher had four points and three rebounds, Jones had three points and two assists, O’Neil had three points and one rebound, Wilson had two points and three steals, and Learned had one point and three rebounds.

Blackford 62, Wabash 53 In front of a packed Coolman Gymnasium Saturday night, Feb. 22, the Wabash Apaches took an early 10-6 lead over visiting Blackford but couldn’t hold on in a tight 62-53 loss to the Bruins.

Four Blackford three-pointers, two from Cam Elam and two from highly-touted Luke Brown, helped the Bruins take a 20-12 first quarter lead. The extended the lead to 36-26 at halftime.

Wabash scored seven straight points to cut Blackford’s lead to 42-37 with 3:07 left in the third quarter and made it a onepossession game with 1:00 to play in the quarter.

But Brown did what he does best – score quickly and

often. Brown hit a three-pointer with 41.7 seconds left in the third, then hit two free throws with 3.3 seconds left to give Blackford a 49-41 lead after three.

The Apaches cut the lead to 51-47 early in the fourth quarter but that was as close as Wabash would get.

Vogel led the Apaches with 20 points and eight rebounds while Vander Velden had 14 points, six rebounds and five blocks, and Jared Holley had five points and 11 rebounds.

Brown led all scorers with 31 points with seven assists, six steals and four rebounds.

Wabash stands at 16-4 with a 8-0 conference record. They will face 7-1 Peru Tuesday, Feb. 25 to try to win the Three Rivers Conference outright. A Tiger win would mean a share of the title.

Emmanuel Christian Emmanuel Christian 69, Heritage Hall 45 Emmanuel Christian defeated Heritage Hall (Muncie) 69-45. Riley Miller led the team with a double-double 25 points and 18 rebounds. Preston Ritzema had 18 points and JC Frank added 15 points.

7:30 p.m., Wednesday Game 1 winner vs.

Wednesday Game 2 winner Saturday, March 8 7:30 p.m., championship game Class 1A Southern Wells Sectional Northfield (5-15) drew the opening game against TRC rival North Miami (615). Northfield won their only meeting this season 71-65 on Jan. 17. The Norse are 3-2 against sectional opponents.

They defeated Southern Wells (4-16) 56-53 on Dec. 17 and Smith Academy (0-20) 73-20 on Jan. 8. They lost to Southwood (812) 90-33 on Dec. 28 and again to the Knights 75-55 on Feb. 21.

Southwood (8-12) has the top record in the sectional received a bye in the first round. They will play the winner of Smith Academy and Southern Wells on Friday, March 7. The Knights are 3-0 against sectional teams with the two wins over Northfield and a 62-58 win over North Miami 62-58 on Jan. 31.

Rounding out the field is Lakeland Christian (5-18).

Tuesday, March 4 6 p.m., North Miami vs. Northfield 7:30 p.m., Smith Academy vs.

Southern Wells Friday, March 7 6 p.m., Lakeland Christian vs. Tuesday Game 1 winner 7:30 p.m., Southwood vs.

Tuesday Game 2 winner Saturday, March 8 7:30 p.m., championship game

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Police and fire reports Wabash Police Department Bookings Feb. 16 Shanna L. Lucas, 34, Andrews charged with two counts of theft, possession of paraphernalia, and possession of a controlled substance.

Jamie L. Shelton, 24, Wabash charged with possession of paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance and possession of a syringe.

Accidents Feb. 16 At 3:55 p.m., a vehi-

cle driven by Cameron J. Hanaway, 21, Peru collided with a vehicle driven by Leslie L. Frost, 21, Swayzee on North Cass Street near West Harrison Avenue.

Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Citations Feb. 9 Douglas K. Smith, 67, Zionsville, cited for speed.

Feb. 10 Hugh R. McSkimming, Peru, cited for failure to yield a right away.

Bradley G. Busch,

Greenwood, S.C. cited for false and fictitious registration.

Feb. 15 Warren R. Loos, Camp Point, Ill. cited for disregarding an automatic traffic signal.

Brodie M. Smith, 17, Wabash cited for speed.

Accidents Jan. 28 At 2:25 p.m., a vehicle driven by Hailey M. Chezick, 18, Wabash collided with a vehicle driven by Keith L. Prosser, 60, Wabash at State Road 15 near County Road

600 East.

Feb. 7 At 10:35 a.m., a vehicle driven by Alexandria K. Foster, 25, Lafayette collided with a vehicle driven

by James A. Miller Jr., 37, Twelve Mile on U.S. 24 East near State Road 13.

Feb. 8 At 9:58 p.m., a vehicle driven by William W. Guenin, 21, LaFontaine collided with a dumpster on Kendall Street near Main Street.

Feb. 9 At 6:24 p.m., a vehicle driven by Ivan T.

Velasquez, 22, Warsaw collided with a deer on State Road 15 near County Road 1400 North.

Feb. 10 At 2:59 p.m., a vehicle driven by Stephanie M. Overbey, 44, Silver Lake ran off the road on County Road 700 West near County Road 500 North.

Feb. 11 At 7:13 p.m., a vehicle driven by Abiola O. Kosile, 37, Indianapolis collided with a deer on State Road 15 near County Road 800 North.

Feb. 12 At 6:22 p.m., a vehicle driven by Ash R. Heitz, 19, Wabash ran off the road on County Road 300 East near County Road 400 North.

At 7:02 p.m., a vehicle driven by Erica L. Moore, 35, Roann ran off the road on Angling Road near State Road 15.

Feb. 13 At 6 a.m., a vehicle driven by Joseph G. Hidy, 42, Wabash ran off the road on State Road 15 near County Road 1050 North.

At 4:03 p.m., a vehi-

cle driven by Ryan S. Reagan, 21, Indianapolis ran off the road on State Road 13 near State Road 124.

At 10:30 p.m., a vehicle driven by Aidan W. Gohring, 16, Wabash ran off the road on County Road 700 West near County Road 100 South.

Feb. 16 At 5:29 p.m., a vehicle driven by Marlin D. Stacy, 54, Huntington ran off the road on America Road near County Road 500 South.

Gebhart Holdings makes donation to YMCA

Ben Gebhart (center), Gebhart Holdings CEO, presents a check to Dean Gogolewski, Wabash County YMCA CEO. Looking on are Carrie Vineyard, Director of Marketing, Gebhart Holdings, Jay Driskill, Wabash County YMCA VP of Mission Advancement, and Bill Barrows, Director of Sport and Recreation, Wabash County YMCA. Photo provided

Gebhart Holdings Inc., recently made a donation to the Wabash County YMCA to go toward future capital improvements to the wellness center as well as the enhancement of youth sports played both at the Field of Dreams and the Cass Street location.

“Our goal is to strengthen our community through youth development,

healthy living and social responsibility,” said Dean Gogolewski, Wabash County YMCA CEO. “The support that Gebhart Holdings, Inc. has provided will further this cause. We are thankful for their generosity to not only the YMCA, but the youth of Wabash County.”

The Wabash County YMCA relies on community advocates for

WHS Choir members compete at state Thirty-two students from Wabash High School participated in the annual Indiana State School Music Association Piano and Vocal State Contest held at Perry Meridian High School in Indianapolis on Saturday, February 22. All seven entries earned “superior,” gold-medal ratings, two of which qualified with near-perfect scores to win the highest honor – “Superior With Distinction.”

Vocal soloists who earned a gold medal included: Haley Higgins (Junior), Brenden Rowan (Sophomore), and Marcus Haynes (Sophomore). Marcus’ gold medal was Superior With Distinction.

The Symphonic Voices, Wabash High

School’s auditioned women’s Chamber Ensemble, entered as a Group I Women’s Large Ensemble winning the highest Goldrating: Superior With Distinction, as well.

This is their second year in a row to earn the highest honor.

These members were Abbey Baggett (Senior), Madeline Bailey (Sophomore), Morgan Butcher (Freshman), Aryelle Coburn (Sophomore), Annie Cole (Sophomore), Lena Cordes (Junior), Allyson Dillon (Junior), Maggie France (Junior), Haley Higgins (Junior), Jordan Jones (Sophomore), Camille Kugler (Senior), Corinne Kugler (Sophomore), Morgan Mallow (Junior), and Erin Russell (Junior).

Entered in the Group I Men’s Large Ensemble division, the Debonairs scored an additional 18 gold medals for their performance. These men were Alex Baggett (Senior), Wyatt Buzzard (Sophomore), W y a t t Dillon(Sophomore), Jared Harner (Sophomore), Ethan Haynes (Sophomore), Marcus Haynes (Sophomore), Quinn Haynes (Sophomore), Daniel Hueston (Freshman), Jake James (Junior), Logan Luttrell (Junior), Aiden Nelson (Freshman), Gavin Nique (Sophomore), Aaron Pickelsimer (Junior), Brenden Rowen (Sophomore), Zachary Simpson (Freshman), Zach Smith (Junior), Jaime Thompson (Sophomore) and

Isaiah White (Freshman).

In the Small Ensembles division, two entries received Gold ratings. Entered in the superior-medalist women’s barbershop quartet were Allyson Dillon, Corinne Kugler, Camille Kugler, and Abbey Baggett. A

men’s barbershop group included Marcus Haynes, Quinn Haynes, Brenden Rowan, and Zach Smith.

All performers are a member of the Wabash High School choirs directed by Mark Nevil.

continued program enhancements.

“Gebhart Holdings is committed to enriching the community around us and the YMCA is the perfect avenue to do just that. We are honored to be able to

give in order to help support their mission,” said Ben Gebhart, CEO, Gebhart Holdings, Inc.

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

Funeral Homes Rex Alan Wieland, 71 Trusted doctor Dec. 19, 1943 – Feb. 22, 2020 Dr. Rex Alan Wieland, 71, North Manchester, passed away Feb. 22, 2020, at 5:10 p.m. at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, Fort Wayne.

Rex was born to Lawrence and Betty (Canter) Wieland on Dec. 19, 1948, in Hastings, Mich., and was a lifelong member of the Church of the Brethren. His parents would say that from the time he was a toddler, he wanted to be a doctor when he grew up, a dream that multitudes of people were blessed by when it came true.

He graduated from Hastings High School in 1967, and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Pre-med from Manchester College in 1971. He, along with Peg (Becker) (Wieland) Bell, started their family, welcoming their first child in 1974, while he was in medical school. In 1975 he graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine and moved to South Bend to complete his medical residency. While in high school, his golf team won state, and he has been inducted into the Manchester University Athletic Hall of Fame with both his golf and football teams.

Rex was an avid Diet Coke drinker, who would tell his patients “do what I say, not what I do.” He lived his life taking care of people, spending just shy of 42 years practicing medicine, mainly in North Manchester. He delivered his first baby in 1978, bringing many children into the world until 2005 when he stopped delivering babies and focused on his family practice. When his body allowed, he enjoyed golfing, fishing, playing pool, euchre, hanging out at the casino, leaving long voicemails or texts for his kids and grandkids, playing with his dog, Charlie, and watching his grandkids in their many activities, while “instructing” refs and umpires during those events.

Rex is survived by his four children, Heather (Matt) Howard, Kyle (Julia) Wieland, Heidi (Jennifer Howard) Wieland, and Kasha (Raju) Shah; his grandchildren, Brooklyn, Carsyn, and Avery Howard, Austin Wieland and London Spangle, Kaidyn and Trey Howard, and Raegen and Remik Shah, all of North Manchester. He is also survived by his sisters, Ann (Robert) Gump, of Monaca, Pa., and Tammy (Brian) Nelson, of Longwood, Fla.; many beloved relatives; people he became a father figure to; friends, and the patients that he cared about tremendously. Last but not least, he is survived by his second family, including his partners, Dr. Lori Zimmerman and Dr. Elizabeth Struble; as well as all the staff at Walnut Street Family Healthcare. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence (Larry) and Betty Wieland, and his in-laws, Frederick and Marcile (Ellis) Becker.

Every Christmas, Rex gifted his grandchildren with animals from Heifer International. It was his dream to buy an Ark, which includes two water buffalo, two cows, two sheep and two goats, along with bees, chicks, rabbits and more. In lieu of flowers, the family would ask that you make a memorial contribution to Heifer International in hopes of fulfilling Rex’s wishes. Please send memorial contributions to McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, Indiana 46962, where they will be collected. Other memorial contributions can be made to The Lawrence and Betty Wieland scholarship at Manchester University.

A celebration of Rex’s life will be held at Manchester University’s Cordier Auditorium on March 7, 2020. Visiting hours will be from 1-3 with the service to follow. Donations to the Heifer Ark will be collected during this time. There will also be a place to write down memories of Rex that the family will be able to cherish in the years to come. The family requests that you come as you feel comfortable, to dress casually, and wear cowboy boots, like Rex did for so many years.

Arrangements are entrusted to McKee Mortuary.

Nancy Bryant, 70

Charles Harper, 78

Enjoyed cooking

Loved golfing

July 3, 1949 – Feb. 21, 2020

Oct. 31, 1941 – Feb. 20, 2020

Nancy Bryant, 70, died Feb. 21, 2020.

She was born July, 3, 1949.

Services are Feb. 28 at 12 p.m. at Peabody Chapel, North Manchester with calling onehour prior.

Arrangements entrusted to McKee Mortuary.

Charles Harper, 78, North Manchester died Feb. 20, 2020.

He was born Oct. 31, 1941 to Jack and Mary (Walker) Harper.

Services were Feb. 26 followed by calling at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

LaDonna Gale, 84

Phillip Sadler Jr., 36

Enjoyed genealogy

Enjoyed hunting

Oct. 24, 1935 – Feb. 21, 2020

March 20, 1983 – Feb. 7, 2020

LaDonna Gale, 84, North Manchester died Feb. 21, 2020.

She was born Oct. 24, 1935.

Services are Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester with calling onehour prior.

Phillip Sadler Jr, 36, Wabash, Indiana, died Feb. 7, 2020.

He was born March 20, 1983.

Visitation and services were 2 p.m. Feb. 19, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

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Michael Heitz, 70 Self-employed contractor Nov. 10, 1949 – Feb. 18, 2020 Michael Jacob Heitz, 70, of Jonesboro, formerly of Wabash, died at 9:40 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne.

He was born Nov. 10, 1949, in Bluffton, to Robert William and Marjorie L. (Fritz) Heitz.

Mike was a 1968 graduate of Wabash High School. He was a self-employed contractor, and owned and operated Heitz Construction. He also served as the City of Wabash Building Inspector, was a union electrician, drove trailers for FEMA, and worked with Heitz Heating and Cooling. He enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, and traveling.

He is survived by two children, Michael “Jay” (Lisa) Heitz of Wabash, and Jessica Weiss of Marion; six grandchildren, Michael “David” Heitz of Huntington, Colyn Heitz and Rocky Strickler, both of Wabash, Keaton Weiss of Kokomo, Kale Weiss of Great Lakes, Ill., and Kaden Weiss of Marion; mother, Marjorie L. Heitz and sister Marianne (Paul) Blair, both of Wabash.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert William Heitz.

Funeral services were Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Robb Rensberger officiating. Burial was in Lancaster Cemetery, Huntington County.

Visitation was Monday, at the funeral home.

The memorial guest book for Mike may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Stephanie Castle, 57 Worked as RN May 17, 1962 – Feb. 14, 2020 Stephanie K. Castle, 57, of Portage, passed away Friday, Feb. 14, 2020.

She was born May 17, 1962, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to James and Yvonne (West) Kuhens. Stephanie was a registered nurse and worked for 30 years at the VNA of Porter County, and was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Valparaiso.

On Oct. 12, 1985, in Valparaiso, Stephanie married Craig Castle who survives along with her father, James Kuhens; and children, Sydney Castle and Christopher (Sarah) Castle.

She was preceded in death by her mother.

Memorial visitation was Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Road, Valparaiso, with a memorial service on Sunday at Immanuel Lutheran Church 1700 Monticello Park Drive, Valparaiso.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to: American Diabetes Association, Phil’s Friends, or Immanuel Lutheran School.

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Paul Brane, 85

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Christean Calloway, 77

DeVon A. Wilson, 96

U.S. Army veteran

Enjoyed old movies

May 29, 1934 – Feb. 15, 2020

Dec. 28, 1942 – Feb. 17, 2020

Produced rubber used on NASA rocket

Paul Harold Brane, 85, of rural LaFontaine, died at 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020, at his home.

He was born May 29, 1934 in Wabash County, to Russell and Susanna (Thompson) Brane.

Paul was a 1952 graduate of LaFontaine High School, and attended the Purdue University Agriculture Short Course. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in the Panama Canal zone. He first married Gladys Meggit; she died in 1983.

Paul then married Joann (Smithley) Scott; she died Aug. 7, 2017.

He was a farmer retiring after 35 years. Paul also was a rural mail carrier in LaFontaine for 10 years full time and 13 years part-time, and did carpentry work. He was a member of the Healing Heart Church of God in Marion. He enjoyed camping and wintered in Florida several years.

He is survived by his two brothers, John R. Brane of Van Buren, and Claude (Mary) Brane of LaFontaine; nieces and nephews, Mike (Lori) Brane of LaFontaine, Debbie (Guy) Blanchard of Fishers, Sam (Patricia) Brane of LaFontaine, Darryl (Christine) Brane of Van Buren, Anna (Brian) Brown of Goshen, Sarah (Greg) Brankle and Susan (Eric) Hinderliter, both of Van Buren; two step-sons, Ronald (Kathy) Scott of Logansport, and John (Karen) Scott of Kokomo; four step-grandchildren; eight step great-grandchildren.

He was also preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Donald Brane.

Visitation and funeral services were Friday, Feb. 21, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash.

Burial was in LaFontaine I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Preferred memorial is the charity of the Donor’s choice.

The memorial guest book for Paul may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

John Erb, 84 U.S. Marine Corps veteran April 24, 1935 – Feb. 21, 2020 John Howard Erb, 84, of Wabash, died at 3:45 a.m., Friday, Feb. 21, 2020 at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash.

He was born April 24, 1935 in Wabash, to Emerson Clayton Sr. and Leah Madesa (Figert) Erb. John was born and raised in Wabash. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. John retired from civil service at the Henderson Nevada Atomic Test Site and lived most of his life in Las Vegas, Nevada.

He moved back to Wabash in 2014. He was a life-member of the American Legion and a member of the Wabash Eagles Lodge.

The family of John Erb would like to thank the staff at Millers Merry Manor East for their loving care.

He is survived by his brothers, Captain R. David (Kathleen) Erb, USN Ret of Anderson, and Bob (Marlene) Erb of Fort Wayne; sister-in-law, Martha Erb of Wabash; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, James and Emerson Clayton Erb, Jr. A private family inurnment service will be held in the Chapel of Remembrance Mausoleum at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash, at a later date. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

Preferred memorial is Wabash Eagles Lodge.

The memorial guest book for John may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Christean Calloway, 77, North Manchester, passed away at 8:24 p.m. Feb. 17, 2020, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne.

The oldest of 12 children, Christean was born Dec. 28, 1942 in Omar, W.Va., to Ray and Cora Lee (Dalton) Dingess.

After attending Logan High School, Christean met Carl Calloway Jr. The two were married on Jan. 3, 1961, and were wed for 40 years before Carl passed away on May 17, 2001.

During their years together, Christean worked for Singer Controls for two years before moving to Ohio.

After returning to North Manchester, she worked at United Technologies for eight years and MJV Group, Wabash, for two years.

Christean enjoyed watching old movies, especially Westerns. It seemed she always had a book in her hand by Barbara Cartland or was dancing around the house to any tune she heard, even at times the television. She also relished her time doing puzzles, playing bingo, and spending time with her cat.

Christean was a great woman and a wonderful mother who will be dearly missed by her family.

The loving memory of Christean Calloway will be cherished by her son, Timothy D. (Deborah) Calloway, Silver Lake; daughters, Debra L. (Scott) Hattery, Syracuse, and Katrina Calloway, North Manchester; brothers, Wallace Dingess, Servia, and Oscar Dale (Kathy) Dingess, North Manchester; sisters, Deloris J. Horne, North Manchester, Virgie M. (Jake) Shepherd, Servia, Carolyn R. (Randy) France, North Manchester, Mildred G. (Randy) Eckman, Wabash, and Pamela K. Craft, North Manchester; grandchildren, Brandon L. Vo, Heather R. Addair, Ashley N. Vo, Cassy N. Calloway, Cameron A. Calloway, and Noah A. Beck; great-grandchildren, Rex “Trey” Addair, Brianna Addair, Peyton Addair, and Grayson Vo. Christean is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carl Calloway Jr.; brothers, Bobbie Dingess, Allen Dingess, and Jackie Ray Dingess; and sister, Madeline Shankin.

Visitation and services were Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Pastor J.P. Freeman will officiate.

Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery, County Road 300 East and County Road 1000 North, near Servia.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Christean Calloway, a love offering may be made to McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, to assist with final expenses.

March 9, 1923 – Feb. 16, 2020

DeVon A. Wilson, 96, of North Manchester passed away on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020 at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester. He was born March 9, 1923 in Wabash to Allen and Charlotte (Custer) Wilson. DeVon and his future wife, Marcella, were baptized on the same day, April 16, 1935, although they didn’t realize it at the time.

They discovered it when their granddaughter was baptized on the same date 60 years later.

DeVon graduated from Chippewa High School in 1941 and Indiana Technical College in 1943 with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering. He served two and a half years in the U.S. Army Air Corp (as a radio/gunner) during W.W.II. On June 12, 1945, he married his childhood sweetheart, Marcella Jean Haupert, and in 2019, they celebrated their 74th anniversary before she passed away.

DeVon worked as a rubber chemist at General Tire and Rubber Company in Wabash for 40 years, where, in the 1960’s he produced a rubber compound that was used on a NASA rocket. After he retired, he twice served as a rubber consultant in South Korea. He also owned Wabash Interiors (carpet store) for ten years.

DeVon was a faithful and life-long member of Bachelor Creek Church of Christ in Wabash, where he served in various capacities-as a Deacon, Elder, youth group leader, financial secretary, Sunday school teacher, Sunday school superintendent, and choir member.

DeVon was a first degree Mason.

He was a dedicated life-long blood donor, who donated 32 gallons (256 pints) of blood during his life-time (until the age of 92). He played on the basketball team at Chippewa High School.

At various times, he was active in Toastmasters, a local softball team, and in a barber shop quartet. He also loved bowling and church volleyball, and he golfed until he was 95. In his later years, he gardened and loved to share his cucumbers with everyone. He traveled to the Bahamas, Caymans, Mexico, Jamaica, South Korea, Hong Kong and the Philippines.

DeVon is survived by two children, Brent (Eleanore) Wilson of McCordsville, and Dr. Rebecca Wilson of Mishawaka; and his son-inlaw, Ralph Frank of Wabash. He loved his six grandchildren, Peter Frank of Wilmington, N.C., Jason (Karen) Frank of Sevierville, Tenn., Dr. Chad (Molly) Wilson of Noblesville, Kara (Dan) Shipman of Carmel, Abbi (Steve) Yap of Fairfield, Conn., and Amanda Wilson of Lexington, Ky.; and his seven great-grandchildren, Maya Wilson, Isabel Shipman, Mason Shipman, Calvin Frank, Levi Frank, Logan Yap and Devon Yap. DeVon was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Eileen Deal; two brothers Dale and Dean Wilson; his wife, Marcella; and his daughter, Cheri Frank.

Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 24, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Services, Wabash, with Solomon David officiating.

Burial was at the Memorial Lawns Cemetery in Wabash. Calling was Monday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Bachelor Creek Church of Christ, the Red Cross, or the Disabled American Veterans (DAV).

The memorial guestbook for DeVon may be signed on-line at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

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Kenneth Koontz, 84 U.S. Navy veteran June 8, 1935 – Feb. 16, 2020 Kenneth “Kenny” Milton Koontz, 84, Sidney, passed away Feb. 16, 2020, in his residence.

The only child of Amer and Anna L. (Copeland) Koontz, Kenny was born June 8, 1935, in Kosciusko County.

After graduating from Sidney High School in 1953, Kenny join the United State Navy. He was honorably discharged on Nov. 12, 1957, at which time Kenny transferred to the Reserves until 1962. Kenny continued to support the military and other veterans after his time in the service was complete, as he was a member of both the American Legion Post 286 and the UAW. On Feb. 18, 1972, Kenny married the love of his life, Josephine Delmuth. During their nearly 48 years together they built a life of love and happiness. Those fortunate enough to know Kenny will remember him for his wonderful, kind soul and the example he set for how to treat others. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, spending time at Rock Lake during the summers and being with family, but his grandchildren were the absolute apple of his eye. Kenny joined St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, North Manchester, five years ago.

The loving memory of Kenneth “Kenny” Koontz will be cherished by his wife, Josephine Koontz, Sidney; two sons, Forrester (Debra) Asher, South Whitley, and Troy (Deana) Asher, Huntington; daughter, Lori Reust, North Manchester; five grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Stephen W. Koontz.

A funeral mass took place Friday, Feb. 21, 2020, at 1 p.m. at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, 1203 State Road 114, North Manchester.

There will not be calling. Father Dennis Di Benedetto will officiate.

Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley St., North Manchester.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Kenny Koontz, memorial contributions may be made to Elara Caring Hospice, 1620 Hawthorne Drive, Plainfield, IN 46168.

Arrangements are entrusted to McKee Mortuary.

Pearl Sturgill, 78 Enjoyed knitting May 26, 1941 – Feb. 20, 2020 Pearl Mae Sturgill, 78, of Roann, died at 1:36 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020 at Parkview Wabash Hospital. She was born May 26, 1941 in Pound, Va. to Woodrow Wilson Sturgill and Maudie Ellen (Sturgill) Sturgill.

Pearl worked at General Tire in Wabash, retiring after 29 years. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, making quilts, traveling, going on cruises, and gambling.

She is survived by three sisters, Beulah (Harold) Coots and Peggy (Henry) Castle, both of Wabash, and Patsy (Donald) Wendel of Portland; brother, Billy Ray Sturgill, Sr. of Roann, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and four brothers, Foster, Bob, Ronnie, and Teddy Sturgill.

Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 24, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Roann Chapel, Roann, with Pete Powell officiating. Entombment is in the Chapel of Remembrance Mausoleum at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Calling was Sunday, at the funeral home.

The memorial guest book for Pearl may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Betty Vigar, 97 Enjoyed crossword puzzles May 3, 1922 – Feb. 19, 2020 Betty Vigar, 97, of Peru, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020, at Dukes Memorial Hospital.

She was born in Howard County on May 3, 1922, to James and Mary J. (Rice) Williams. She married to Harry Vigar, and he preceded her in death.

A homemaker, Betty enjoyed Westerns and crossword puzzles. She was a member of the First Church of Christ.

She is survived by her children: Mary Layman of Peru, Donald Vigar (Jackie) of Wabash, Robert (Bob) Vigar (Bonnie) of Peru, William (Bill) Vigar (Debbie) of Bradenton, Fla., and Gerald “Garry” Vigar (Linda) of Fort Myers, Fla.; as well as 20 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and nine brothers.

Visitation and services were Monday, Feb. 24, 2020, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third St., Peru. Pastor Rob Rensberger officiated. Burial was at Ever-Rest Memorial Park in Logansport, Indiana.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

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Joyce Tester, 77 Collected cookbooks Feb. 27, 1942 – Feb. 23, 2020

Joyce Evelyn Tester, 77, of Wabash, died at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 23, 2020 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was born Feb. 27, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio to Charles Sr. and Mildred (Gariety) Bernholt.

Joyce was a 1960 graduate of Immaculate Conception High School in Celina, Ohio. She attended Mt. St. Joseph University in Cincinnati and graduated with her bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton.

Joyce married Lloyd “Lee” Tester in Celina on Nov. 14, 1964. She worked 21 years at Miller’s Merry Manor, retiring as the office manager. Mrs. Tester was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church where she was part of the Ladies Guild and a previous member of the Parish Council. She enjoyed reading, shopping, flowers, playing BINGO with her grandkids, and collecting cookbooks, Longaberger baskets, and tea sets.

She is survived by her husband, Lloyd “Lee” Tester of Wabash; four sons, Douglas J. (Kristi) Tester of Huntertown, Daniel L. (Amy) Tester of Peru, David A. (Helen) Tester of Laketon, and Darrin Tester of Zionsville; seven grandchildren, Katlynn R. Tester of Fort Wayne, Kyle R. Tester of Peru, Bryce and Derek Tester, both of Huntertown, Adriene (Brandon) Warren of Liberty Mills, and Andrea Kahn and Peyton Tester, both of Laketon; two great-grandchildren, Bentley and Brooklyn Warren, both of Liberty Mills; two sisters, Mary Lou Legido of Miami Springs, Fla. and Margie A. (Dennis) Keeling of Celina. She was preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Charles C. Bernholt Jr. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 188 W. Sinclair, Wabash, with Father Levi Nkwocha officiating. Entombment will be in the Chapel of Remembrance Mausoleum at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash.

Friends may call 2-7 p.m., Friday, with a Rosary service at 7 p.m., all at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash.

Preferred memorials are the Life Center of Wabash or St. Bernard Catholic Church and School.The memorial guest book for Joyce may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Helen Shanks, 93 Enjoyed gardening June 12, 1926 – Feb. 22, 2020

Helen Elizabeth Shanks, 93, Wabash, died Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020 at her home. She was born June 12, 1926 in Wabash County to Garl Henry and Mary (Gibney) Hettmansperger.

Helen was a 1944 graduate of Lagro High School and also attended the Ball State Teachers College. She married Dale Shanks in Wabash on July 30, 1978; he died Jan. 16, 2004. She worked at Deluxe Coil and Sears, both of Wabash, RCA in Marion, and retired in 1994, from Fisher Body, Marion.

Helen was a member of the Presbyterian Church, a Garden Club in Marion, was a Grant County Master Gardener, member and Past President of the Grant County Evening Garden Club, the Friends of Quilters, and the Red Hat Fun Bunch all of Marion. She was also a member of the Wabash Woman’s Clubhouse and the Wabash County Museum.

Helen enjoyed church, her friends, gardening, the Red Hat Group, and loved her family and reading to her grandchildren.

She is survived by six children, Patrick (Marilyn) Davis of Wabash, Ed (Carol) Davis of LaFontaine, Will (Ulonda) Davis of Wabash, Teresa Lynn (Buddy) Weatherford of Darlington, S.C., Jodi (Rita) Shanks of Gas City, and Rocky (Kim) Shanks of Marion; 18 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and her brother, Robert (Susie) Hettmansperger of Wabash. She was also preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Hilton Hettmansperger.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Feb. 28, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with Rev. Jonathan Cornell officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery, Urbana. Friends may call 3-7 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Wabash Presbyterian Church.

The memorial guest book for Helen may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

James Rittenhouse, 89 Korean War veteran May 29, 1930 – Feb. 16, 2020 James Rittenhouse, 89, Fort Wayne, died Feb. 16, 2020.

Visitation and services were Saturday at New Haven United Methodist Church, New Haven, and Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, respectively. McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

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the former screen. It also can be easily moved up for performances on the theatre stage.

The Sweetwater backstage area, located in the fully renovated basement, has been totally renovated to include a large, cast dressing room, a green room and a star dressing room. There also is an elevator to the stage.

The Ferguson Theater is located beneath the theatre lobby. It has 49 seats and will offer, among other things, first run films and classroom space for the Media Arts Program.

The theater can accommodate films that have been shown in the main theatre but are required to be screened for several weeks.

In addition, the Honeywell Foundation received a grant from the AWS Foundation in Fort Wayne to make the Ferguson Theater a sensory theater.

“That means for folks with autism, we can keep the lights up a little more, make the sound a little softer,” Corproate Relations Manager Ellen Mock said.

“They also can get up and move around. We were thrilled to do that. AWS suggested that to us, and we said, ‘Why not? Let’s do it.”

The Genita Speicher Music Rooms also are available for those who wish to practice musical instruments.

Classes will launch in conjunction with the 2020-21 school year.

The Media Arts program, which takes place in conjunction with the Heartland Career Center, is located on the second floor. High school students who complete the program can earn dual credits.

The floor features the Inguard Editing Room, a soundproof recording studio and a video production studio that includes a green screen.

The third floor features conference rooms that can be used for a variety of events. They can be rented separately or together. There also is access to the suite

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The top floor is the newly restored Parkview Ballroom, as well as the Parkview Physicians’ Group Conference Room and the Parkview Conference Room. The conference rooms can be rented separately or in conjunction with the ballroom.

The ballroom is designed to host weddings, receptions, corporate meetings and other special events.

Restoration includes hand-painted ceilings of floral designs and cascading colors painted Michelangelo style.

Rich Fischer, with the assistance of Eric Schoening, digitally mapped the ceiling to recreate the original design. Fischer, who owns Deco Illusions, Roanoke, provided the finishing painting, along with local artists Penny FrenchDeal and Angie DeLauter.

“We paid tribute to the original artisan that they did in 1906 as much as possible,” Fischer said.

The trio began mapping out the design in August and in September, FrenchDeal began working on the hand painted flowers and ribbons.

“We first had to go through and document all the original colors that we saved from the demolition,” Fischer explained.

“We made a map of all the colors, all the different flower motifs from the spider mums to the roses and the daisies, and the placement of different colors and different locations.

Once we did that, she was able to start painting.”

As the flowers progressed, workers

moved to a stencil motifs of the designs.

“These all repeat,” he said. “There are several of them, so we started to map out and base coat each one, and did a cream color highlight of each one.”

DeLauter then began highlighting and shadowing the stencils, taking them from two dimension to three dimension.

During the renovation, crews found various artifacts throughout the building, many of which were saved and are on display throughout the Eagles.

Among those are the original projector, which is now located in the lobby, along with old ticket taking machines and an Fraternal Order of Eagles mosaic which is now protected by plexiglass and is located in front of the two new elevators, as well as the original tin ceiling panels in the elevator lobby area.

The Eagle features F.O.E., for the Fraternal Order of Eagles, as well as the letters L, T, J and E, which stand for Liberty, Truth, Justice and Equality.

The old elevator doors are now wall art on one of the upper levels.

To celebrate the finish of the renovation project, the Eagles will host several preview opportunities to experience special movies and live performances. Kicking off these offerings, is a very special performance by Wabash’s own, Crystal Gayle on Saturday, Feb. 29.

Crews work in the large cast dressing room at the renovated Eagles Theatre. Photo by Joseph Slacian

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Urbana baseball signup will be Feb. 29, 2020 at the Urbana Community Building 9 a.m. to noon.

Contact John Eltzroth for information 260-774-8133.

ECHO Racing: Feb. 15 was the last set of races held for the month. The points are stacking up and becoming very close in the racing gambit for overall Class A & B

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Championship. The ECHO Drivers are

becoming anxious to know who is going to become Class Champion as well as Class A & B, second and third place. The racing was very intense in the BClass. It was cool for some of the first time drivers in the way they were able to keep up with the faster cars. As I explained to the ECHO Drivers earlier, you don’t have to go

fast to win, just finish the race, rack up the points and you will be surprised where you finish. The next set of ECHO Races will be March 14, 2020. The races will be held at the Urbana Lion/Community building at 2PM. This is a program sponsored by the Urbana Lions Club and is FREE to all youth in and around Urbana Community. If you

ECHO Race winners for Feb. 15, were (front row, from left) Bella Hobbs, Reece Fitch, Kasen Fitch; ECHO official Matt Snell (back row, from left) Preston Schlemmer, James Hall and Evan Hall. Photo provided are ages 8 to 16 and are wanting to have fun with some competition, come to ECHO Racing. If anything just stop in to check us out and see what the Lion/ ECHO program is all about.

Information call: 260774-3665. All questions will be answered.

Urbana Lions are looking for new prospective members to join. If you would like to be a part of an organization that does a lot for the Urbana Community, then consider joining the Urbana Lions.

The club has always done projects to help the community. They have been united in a single cause, helping those less fortunate.

Whatever the Urbana community needs to make life better, the Urbana Lions are here to help. Contact any Urbana Lion member and they will help you in joining the Lions. Remember the Lion Moto; We Serve.

Urbana Streetlights: If you know of a problem with any of the Urbana Streetlights, please give me a call 260-774-3665; if no answer, please leave a message with the location and what is wrong with that light.

I will submit an order to have that light repaired. Allow 5 working days for repairs. The Urbana

Streetlights are a very important part of the Community.

Help me keep our town lit and safe.

Thank you for your support.

Breakfast Bunch: On Feb. 19, this bunch met at Bob Evan’s Restaurant.

This takes place every Wednesday at 7:30. They have breakfast and discuss various subjects.

Attendees were: Larry and Nancy Meyer, Alma DeVore, Carol Layne, Pat McNabney, Helen Dawes, Eileen Weck and Peggy Dilling who passed out treats for her upcoming birthday Feb. 26.

Wildcat Pride: Feb. 14, 2020 Ayla Dale was caught by Mrs. Mast for helping her out in the cafeteria. Zoe Clifton was caught by Mrs. Campbell for being helpful and kind during Wildcat Time.

Upcoming Date: March 4, 5th 6th Girls Basketball at Sharp Creek vs. Blair Pointe at 5PM. Prayer Concerns: Doris Mattern, Kristina Gamsby, Bonita Snell, Theda Stein, Alma DeVore, Jane Winebrenner, Gene and Julie Miller, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie, Larry Eads, Dean & Lois Haupert, Duane and Esther Wagner, Ruth Summers, Paxton Continued on Page 5B

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Palascak to perform in Lagro Event is fundraiser for Canal Foundation

LAGRO — Comedian and Wabash County celebrity,Michael Palascak will be the headliner for the Lagro Canal Foundation’s “Dia de Lagro” event to benefit the revitalization of downtown Lagro.

Palascak, who jumped to comedic fame during his run on “Last Comic Standing” in 2015, has long made Wabash County a stop on his comedy tour circuit and has also been known to inject his sets with stories and humor about his early years living in Wabash. His headlining act on May 5 shows that even though it’s been years since he’s had a Wabash address, he still comes back and supports the place he called home.

On its way to raising $1 million, the Lagro Canal Foundation has embodied what it can look like when a group of passionate community members decide that their local history will not succumb to age and neglect. New roofs and spruced-up exteriors are just the beginning. As these buildings flourish with new potential, so too does the future of Lagro as it opens its newly installed doors and welcomes in a world of new possibilities afforded to them by the work of the Foundation.

Dia de Lagro will take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at the Eads Barn, 4725 E 200 N, Urbana.

Appetizers, cocktails, singer Kimberly Rutledge and Emcee Reed Christiansen begin at 5:30 p.m. A delicious Mexicanthemed dinner, catered by Gallery 64, will begin at 6 p.m. with Palascak taking the stage at 7 p.m.

Tickets for the event are $75 each, $125 per couple, or $500 for a table of eight. Save your seat at the table today by going to lagrocanalfoundation.com.

A silent auction will be going on throughout the evening and winners will be announced at the conclusion of Palascak’s set.

thank all of the volunteers and donors who have already committed their time and funds to bringing new life to downtown Lagro. The Foundation hopes to see the whole Wabash

County community rally around its mission and projects as we move forward into bigger, better things for the town of Lagro.

Please join us for a night of food, fun and fellowship.

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The Lagro Canal Foundation would like to thank its early event sponsors: McKillip Machinery, Beacon Credit Union and Bippus State Bank.

Those interested in donating prizes for the silent auction or would like to become a main sponsor are encouraged to contact lagrocanalfoundation@gmail.com.

The Lagro Canal Foundation would especially like to

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''ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT" (DINE-IN ONLY) Adults : $9.00 each Children 10-12 : $5.00 each

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Veterans gather for coffee, talk Veterans met for their coffee and snack with Dr. Charles Lyons as their speaker. He showed slides of Vietnam and answer questions from the veterans. Thank you to Mrs. Chuck Cable and Tom Willcox for the snacks. They will meet next time on Friday, March 13, at 9 a.m. in the Lion Room at the LaFontaine Community Building.

All veterans are welcome to come. Hope you can come and enjoy each other company.

LAFONTAINE LITEREARY CLUB did not meet on Thursday, Feb. 13, due to the weather, but plan on meeting on March 12. The club members are looking for anyone who would be interested in joining them. They are celebrating their 100 years of being a club.

HISTORY OF THE CLUB: LaFontaine Literary Club, which was originally know as the Erudite Club of LaFontaine, was organized Sept. 18, 1919, in the home of Mrs. L. B. Morris.

The first officers were Mrs. Henry Snyder, Mrs. J. L. Walker, Mrs. Ovid Miller and Mrs. A. B. Marin. The club meets 10 times each year, with each member participating either as hostess or as the one presenting the program. (This is still done today) Subjects are especially interesting to women.

WABASH CHAPTER IZAAK LEAGUE NEWS: We will be starting our cross shoots soon. We shoot shotguns (chokes no smaller than .640) and 22s (22s are open sights only, no scopes). Shoots start at 10 a.m. and the cost is $3 per shoot, we welcome youth shooters as well. Dates for cross shoots are March 8 & 29, April 5 & 26, May 3 & 10 and June 7. We our located at 10439 S. Old State Road 13, LaFontaine (Somerset). We will be hosting a Hunters Education course on April 11, the time is 8

a.m. – 6 p.m., and lunch will be furnished. Register early as space is limited, register at www.inhea.com If interested in the Izaak Walton League, we welcome you to attend a meeting. We meet at 7:30 p.m. on the third Monday of the month. Also, follow us on Facebook, Wabash County Izaak Walton League.

A SPECIAL BIRTHDAY WISH to Jean Mills on her 99th Birthday on Feb. 28. Happy Birthday to a very special lady, who warms everyone’s heart.

LIONS MEMBERS: It’s not too early to start planning for the 2020 Indiana State Fair.

Lions work four gates all day and every day of the fair. It is a way for family members to work along with you long as they are 18 and older. I have done this last serval years and for the past two years and again this year my granddaughters will be with me for two days

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Condolences to

working gate 18. As you already know, the Indiana Lions Foundation recruits’ volunteers from throughout the state of Indiana to work as ticket sellers and ticket scanners at the great Indiana State Fair. The funds raised by this project are used to provide Foundation matching grants to individual Lions Clubs to support their community service projects, to facilitate improvements to the Indiana Lions State Office Building in Indianapolis, and to support the day-today use of the facility

by Indiana Lions.

SOMERSET LIONS will host a Euchre Card Game for the public on Saturday, Feb. 29.

Registration is from 1-1:45 p.m. with play starting at 2. Cost is $10 and it is held at the Somerset Community Building.

CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS for the family and friends of Jon W. Guenin.

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the Ike Binkerd family and friends from Urbana and the Urbana Lion members.

Birthday wishes go out to Peggy Dilling Feb. 26, Dan Eads Feb. 28 and Martha Chamberlain Feb. 29.

Anniversary:

Jerry and Lana Long Feb. 29.

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Cowboy enthusiasts to gather at Salamonie Reservoir Seniors 50 and over are invited to attend the Monthly Senior Monday Carry-in Luncheon at Salamonie Lake Interpretive Center, Lost Bridge West SRA. There is a carry-in meal at noon followed by a special speaker that presents a unique program.

UWIS interpretive naturalist Shelly Reed will present “The Civilian Conservation Corps of Indiana” through an engaging trivia presentation on Monday, March 2. The Main Dish will be Ham and Beans.

Attendees should plan to bring a side dish to share, a beverage and their own table service. A $1 donation to help defray costs of the provided main dish will be accepted. To register or for more information call the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-468-2127.

On Saturday, Feb. 29 from 5:30—8 p.m.

“Cowboy Gathering” will take place. This event will have a program, meal and you

will be required to reserve your spot so please call 260-4682127.

Salamonie’s Preschool Program will be “S is for Spring” on Tuesday, March 3. Preschool age children (ages 25) and their adults are invited to Salamonie Preschool.

The class will be offered from 1—2:30 p.m. at Salamonie Interprative Center in Lost Bridge West SRA. Each Program is designed to enhance the preschooler’s basic education, including music, crafts, social interaction and time outdoors, always with a natural related theme. The program fee is $2 per child.

Advance registration is appreciated and can be done by calling the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-4682127.

Salamonie Interpretive and Nature Center is the headquarters for Upper Wabash Interpretive Services, which serves Mississinewa Lake,

Salamonie Lake, J. Edward Roush Fish and Wildlife Area, and Quabache State Park. Salamonie Interpretive and Nature Center summer hours are: April 1 through Oct. 31; open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Their winter hours are: Nov. 1 through March 31; open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily except for Tuesdays. The Salamonie Interpretive and Nature Center phone number is 260-4682127. Some of the activities at the Salamonie Interpretive and Nature Center are: wildlife viewing area, interactive reservoir exhibits, natural and cultural history displays, a children’s room, the Salamonie Raptor Center featuring live birds of prey.

LAGRO TOWN HALL phone Number is 260-7822451. For emergency assistance please call Scott at 260-571-3271.

AN ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH/TENDERLOIN DINNER will be held Saturday Feb. 29 from 3—7 p.m. at The Lagro Community Building.

The cost is $10 and all Proceeds go to the Lagro Community Park Board.

FEBRUARY BIRTHDAY WISHES go to: Colleen Campbell, Feb. 4; Liz Schmid, Feb. 8; Thelma Sanchez, Feb. 9; Bill Miller, Feb. 12; Josh Gidley, Feb. 20; Andrew Frieden, Feb.21; Arden Heagy, Feb.22. Happy Birthday to all!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY IN FEBRUARY TO: Scott and Julie Hendry, Feb. 13 and Larry and Judy Quinn, Feb. 13.

Congratulations everyone!

THE LAGRO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH invites the public to join them for worship services.

The church is located at 1100 Main Street in Lagro. Worship services, with Pastor Rick Borgman, begins at 9 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages following at 10 a.m.

Kids Klub is held at the church each Wednesday evening beginning at 6 p.m. and ending at 7:30 p.m. Just a reminder,

NM church to host Ash Wednesday services

if MSD schools are closed for either a scheduled day off or due to weather, Kids Klub will not be held.

ALL INVITED TO DORA CHRISTIAN CHURCH located at 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, Lagro to attend services.

Sunday School meets at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday Worship meeting at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Also offered is the Weekly Wednesday Night Bible Study which is held at 6:30 p.m.

SAINT PATRICK’S CHURCH usually conducts Mass every first Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m.

All are invited to attend services. The historic St. Patrick’s Church is located at 950 Main Street, Lagro. Due to winter weather St. Patrick’s Church will not have mass until March 15, 2020.

THE LORD’S TABLE CHURCH would like to invite everyone to attend their Church Services at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays. The church is located at 1975 Vernon Street, Wabash. Bible Study Night will be every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Please call Roxane at 260-571-7686 for more information.

THE LAGRO COMMUNITY CHURCH welcomes the public to join them on Sundays for the 10 a.m. worship service. All are welcome to attend the service and stay for the fellowship and refreshments afterwards.

A THOUGHT TO PONDER: “If you are blessed with a talent, then you have an obligation to yourself and others to make the most of it. You have within you the power to make life and anything you do fun, to build consistency and confidence.

The result is not only just a higher quality of life for yourself, but others around you.”

Ash Wednesday service will be held on Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. at the Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut Street, North Manchester.

The community is welcomed to attend this service of reflection as we enter into the season of Lent.

IZAAK WALTON LEAGUE MARCH PROGRAM OPEN TO PUBLIC: The public is invited to attend the March meeting and program of the North Manchester Izaak Walton League. Mr. Casey Jones, Facilities Manager for Acres Land Trust, will give a presentation explaining the organization’s history, operations and future plans.

Founded in 1960, Acres Land Trust preserves, protects and manages 115 properties totaling over 7,000 acres in northeast Indiana, northwest Ohio, and southern Michigan.

Please join us to learn about the amazing work this organization does to preserve many important natural areas in our region. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11 at the Izaak Walton League clubhouse, just north of Liberty Mills (3276 E 1450 N) - follow our green and yellow signs.

CANCER SURVIVORS LUNCHEON: Dr. Kim Duchane and students from Manchester University will be hosting a luncheon for cancer survivors and a guest on Saturday, Apr 25 from 11-1 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church.

Partnering with the students will be members of Wabash County Cares. Those living in Wabash County who have fought the battle with cancer, or are currently in the battle, are welcomed to attend. Contact nmanchestertalks@g mail.com to register.

KIWANIS ROSE SALE: N.M. Kiwanis Club is selling roses to benefit youth in

our Community, State, Nation and World. Cost is $20 for one dozen roses in your choice of Red, Yellow, Pink, or White. Orders due by Tuesday, March 3 and will be delivered on Thursday, March 19.

Contac Joe Accetta at 260-615-0073 to place an order or for more information.

THURSDAY’S CHILD 410 N. Market St., next door to The Thrift Shop, serves the youngest among us with tons of lovely clothing sizes infant through 4T and some 5T. They also have diapers, wipes, blankets, shoes, etc.

Everything is FREE. There is a cozy nook with kid-size chairs and stocked with age appropriate books donated by the Manchester Public Library and others.

Children may choose a book to keep.

Thursday’s Child is open on Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m.

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.

GRIEFSHARE SUPPORT GROUP: The winter session of GriefShare will begin on Wednesday, Feb 12 from 6:30-8 p.m.

McKee Mortuary, Inc and the Congregational Christian Church have partnered together to offer the

community GriefShare, a 13 week session of discussion, video seminars and individual work to guide those dealing with the loss of a loved one.

Participant will need to purchase a workbook at a cost of $15.

Scholarships are available for those who need. The church is located at 310 N. Walnut Street.

Please contact the church at 260-982-2882 for more information or to register.

MANCHESTER MEALS-ONWHEELS provides meals as planned and prepared by the dietary staff at Timbercrest Senior Living Center in North Manchester.

The meals are prepared according to the dietary needs, as recommended by their physician. Each weekday between 11 a.m. and 12 noon a hot lunch and a cold evening meal are delivered by volunteer drivers to the client’s homes.

Clients can choose how often to receive meals. To sign up for meals call the office at 260-982-6010 and talk with an office volunteer or leave a voice mail message.

85 HOPE CLINIC: The clinic located at the Town Life Center, 603 Bond Street, N. Manchester. Office hours are Tuesday from 3 to 5 p.m. for client interviews, donation drop offs and general information. Clinic hours are by appointment only on the first and third Tuesday of each month. You may contact the North Manchester office at 260-306-8309 or email nmdirector@85hope.o rg for appointments or information.

NORTH MANCHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@gmail.com or you may call me at 260-982-8800. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s issue of The Paper is Wednesday at noon. Please submit timely news items.

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The Roann Lions Club met on Thursday, Feb. 6, at the town hall.

President Rick Morris called the meeting to order. The members recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag.

Donna Harman read the minutes for the December meeting and they were approved as read.

There was no treasurer’s report for this month.

In old business Morris reported that he and Jerry Maxwell attended the county commissioners meeting to ask for their approval for the landscaping project near the covered bridge.

The hillside will be improved for mowing at the site. The commissioners gave their approval. The project was also approved by the DNR. The project will be started sometime this spring.

Morris reminded members of the Lions Club state convention April 24-26 at Bloomington.

In new business, plans were discussed for the Valentine Banquet, which was on Feb. 15 at the Walk

by Faith Church.

The Lions Club will continue to sell concessions for the remote-control races which are held in John Heeter’s building. The last race was a memorial race for one of the men who races his car and has had medical expenses for his illness. The Lions Club donated $50. The races are held several Saturdays of the month. The next big race will be on Feb. 29th.

TWENTY MEMBERS AND guests of the Roann United Methodist Women met Feb. 12th in the Church Fellowship Hall. A 6:00 p.m. meal was served for the annual “Prayer and Self Denial” evening.

Connie Doud, president of Methodist Women, opened the evening with a welcome and prayer. The meal was then served

by Susan Morris, Alice Eller, Val Doud, Connie Doud and Kathie Grandstaff.

Decorations were provided by Sally Robbins.

A skit was presented by Connie Doud, Kaelea Sinclair and Juliette Gardner enti-

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tled: “Goldilocks and the Three Prayers”.

The story of Goldilocks looking for something that would fit her. Tonight she was looking for a prayer that would fit.

She happened upon an outlet store and went shopping. The very useful sales lady (Juliette) tried to help Goldilocks (Kaelea) find something comfortable, supportive and just her size.

After trying something from the brand, “Simply Bless” and “Details, Etc.” she finds something with the label “His Way, Unlimited”. It was a perfect fit! Goldilocks loved the warranty that guarantees big results. She was reminded that BIG prayer requires patience. It’s a mystery, but God does adapt to all sizes, shapes and issues.

A short business meeting was held.

The date of March 21 was set for the annual chicken-noodle dinner. Mark your calendars!

FROM ROB MACE: This past week my father passed away and now both my parents are gone from the face of this earth to eternal glory with God. Death rears its ugly head in our lives on a regular basis and confronts us to consider our own mortality and future. The thoughts have come to my mind about what should I do with regards to arrangements and how should I be feeling through this process.

My parents were always my support and encouragement.

They were always behind my life and ministry and I always knew they were proud of me. Please understand we were not a perfect family and some times were hard. But I knew the power of support from them.

As I reflect about

this event and the future events to come, like the funeral service, I am driven to think through the process of grieving. I always fall back to what the Hebrew children learned in Egypt and through their wilderness wonderings. So here is what I am working through in my life and invite you to walk with God within your grieving.

Process one is denial. When we are confronted with the passing of a loved one, it is not possible to fully understand what is happening.

When the Israelites were leaving Egypt and heading towards

the red sea, they struggled to make sense of everything and what would be next. Feelings of anger, shock, fear and overwhelmed within their lives. Even though they faced great persecution in Egypt, they denied the struggle and had thoughts of going back.

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from that discomfort. When the Israelites left Egypt, they began to be hungry and thirsty and started to complain to Moses about their

problem. When we are hurting, we need to turn to God and ask Him to comfort us in our time of need and help us to trust in His power of

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As time passes on, we begin to discover our third process of grieving. We begin to walk through the pain and sense of loss

in a healthy way. The Hebrew people struggled in this as we do.

They would trust in God and then want to take that back and trust in their own

understanding. As we learn the truth of trusting in God and walking with Him through pain and sadness, God strengthens us and leads us on.

Sometimes we get stuck in this area as the Israelites did for forty years. God would have us walk through this time in our lives and begin to discover His goodness, greatness, graciousness, and glory in this process.

As we walk in the discovery of the greatness of God, we devote ourselves to God and His way for our lives. As this process goes on, we devote ourselves to God and His way for our lives. As this process goes on, we become conformed to the very image of His Son Jesus Christ.

Grieving is hard and it truly hurts, but with purpose and unto His glory forever and ever.

Thank you, Roann First Brethren Church, for supporting and encouraging me during this time. I am thankful for a supporting church family.

ROANN VOLUNTEER FIRE Department will have their annual fund raiser on Feb. 29 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Serving grilled loins, all you can eat! They

also will have hotdogs for kids. The charge is: $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12 years old, and free for children 5 and under.

This also includes dessert.

HAPPY HOMEMAKERS will have its monthly meeting on Thursday Feb. 27 at The Fried Egg starting at 9 a.m. If you need a ride, be at the Roann United Methodist Church by 8:40 a.m.

AT THE ROANN United Methodist Church March 1st worship, Pastor Balmer will observe Holy Communion.

Worship service starts at 9:00 a.m. and Sunday School is at 10:15 a.m. Greeters will be Sally Robbins and Ellen Rensberger.

Doug Bogert will be Worship Leader and Kathie Grandstaff will be at the piano.

They are located at the corner of Adams and Arnold Streets in Roann.

LIONS CLUB next meeting will be March 5 at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall.

ROANN TOWN Board will meet on March 10 at 7 p.m. also in the Town Hall.

NEXT MEETING for The Roann Heritage Group is March 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall.

YOU NEED TO mark your calendar

for a couple of events coming up in Roann…

March 21 – UMW of The Roann United Methodist Church annual Chicken and Noodle Supper from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. or they run out.

More information will follow closer to the date.

OUR PRAYERS GO out to Pastor Rob Mace and his family as Rob’s father went home to be with his Lord.

DICK SIDERS is home from Wellbrooke and doing well.

CONTINUE PRAYERS for Rex Renz, who had a transplant and 4-yearold Sawyer Draper who is fighting leukemia, along with Lora Foust, Candi Hentgen-Jacobs and Mike White.

CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES: March 1 – Mr. & Mrs. Rick Morris.

CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: Feb. 26 – Bruce Galbraith, Paul Holland, Cory Brault, and Stella Stephens; Feb. 27 – Phil Dale; Feb. 28 – John Vigar; Feb. 29 – Natalie Schuler; March 1 – Estela Hawkins, Chris Krom and Deberah Flitcraft; March 2 – Nancy Cussen.

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April, May lineup set at Eagles

Eagles Theatre will open to the public on Saturday, Feb. 29 for a live performance with Wabash’s own, Crystal Gayle.

Following Gayle’s performance, the Eagles Theatre live entertainment schedule includes performances or presentations of “Loud-KrazyLove” featuring Brian “Head” Welch of KoRn, Addison Agen, The Legends of Country Music featuring Richie McDonald of Lonestar and Larry Stewart of Restless Heart,Top of the Charts featuring regional musicians, and John Denver tribute artist Ted Vigil.

Eagles Theatre officials are excited to announce future live entertainment for the months of April and May. The schedule includes: Buckets N Boards on Thursday, April 2 at 7:30 p.m. – Buckets N Boards is a hilarious and highenergy show chockfull of amazing percussion, ridiculous songs, spectacular tap dancing, inventive instrumentation, and

an incredible variety of musical talents!

Matthew Levingston and Gareth Sever have hand crafted a fresh and unique, clean comedy experience for the entire family to enjoy.

All tickets are $15.

Duke Tumatoe & The Power Trio on Thursday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m. – American blues guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Duke Tumatoehas gigged with Muddy Waters, Bo Diddley, B.B. King, and Willie Dixon.

Duke has released 17 albums with The AllStar Frogs and The Power Trio and still plays 200 dates per year. Duke will bring classics like “Tie You Up,” “Get Loose,” and “More Love, More Money” to the Eagles Theatre stage. All tickets are $15.

Ryan Stevenson on Thursday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m. – American Christian musician and guitarist Ryan Stevenson will bring a show to Eagles Theatre featuring contemporary Christian and worship-style music.

In 2018, he released “No Matter What” that features Bart

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BRIAN “HEAD” WELCH Millard of MercyMe and Amy Grant.

Stevenson works closely with fellow artist TobyMac and is popularly known for “Eye of the Storm,” “The Gospel,” and “No Matter What.”

This performance is sponsored by Whites Residential & Family Services. All tickets are $20.

As Heard on “The Bob & Tom Show” Bob Zany and Costaki Economopoulos on Thursday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. – Bob Zany is a frequent and hugely popular guest on “The Bob & Tom Show.” Known for his trademark cigar, “The Zany Report,” and “FixThe-Joke” segments, Zany is comedy at its best bay-bee! Costaki Economopoulos is

also a “Bob & Tom Show” regular by hosting the NFL weekend recap segment “Quick Snaps.” He’s often billed as the “biggest name in comedy” in reference to his name. For mature audiences. This performance is sponsored by Harry’s Old Kettle Pub & Grill. All tickets are $15.

The Glenn Miller Orchestra on Tuesday, May 12 at 2 p.m. – The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra with music director Nick Hilscher and vocalist Hannah Truckenbrod is alive and well with sing and dance music after 80 years of original formation.

The Glenn Miller Orchestra features 18 musicians and singers bringing the unforgettable sound of his music to the stage. This performance will bring timeless classics like “Tuxedo Junction,” “A String of Pearls,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” and “Pennsylvania 65000” to Wabash. All tickets are $25.

Tickets for these performances will go on sale to the public on Thursday, Feb. 20 at 10 a.m. Tickets will be available for purchase via EaglesTheatre.co m or by calling the Honeywell Foundation box office at 260-563-1102.

Several stained glass art classes will be held at Salamonie Interpretive Nature Center throughout the month of March.

All classes will be instructed by local stained glass artist Katy Gray.

— A beginner’s oneday stained glass class will be held March 8, from 1 – 4 p.m. at the interpretive center. Cost is $25 per participant. A red-tailed hawk feather sun catcher will be made. All materials supplied.

- A two-day intermediate class will be held March 14 and 15, from 1 – 3:30 p.m. each day. All participants of this class must have had recent, prior stained glass cutting and smoothing experience. Cost

is $40. The project will be a bee on a coneflower. All materials supplied.

- Create a glass-onglass framed mosaic image inspired by nature. The multi-day classes will be held March 5, 11, 13, 16, and 17. Participants should plan to attend each meeting. Classes will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. Cost is $60 per person. Each participant will choose one, either a bee, redtailed hawk, or box turtle, for their project. All materials supplied.

All classes are geared for adults.

All classes require advance registration with a deadline of March 1. Space is limited. Call 260-468-2127 for registration or questions.

Kiwanis Pancake Day set The Wabash Kiwanis Club will host its annual Pancake Day fundraiser, the service organization’s biggest annual fundraiser, from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at the Bob Elrod Exhibit Hall, located just off of Gillen Avenue at the Wabash County 4-H Fairgrounds.

The event’s Pancake Eating Contest beginsat noon. Tickets are $7 in advance and $8 at the door for adults (13 and older) and $4 in advance and $5 at the door for children ages 612. Children 5 and younger eat for free.

Tickets are available from Wabash Kiwanis members.

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MU to host eSports event From the MU News Bureau NORTH MANCHESTER — High school teams across the Midwest are invited to the Spartan Smash Invitational, a first-time eSports competition, set for Saturday, Feb. 29, on the North Manchester campus of Manchester University.

At the invitational,

high school players from across the Midwest will compete in a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament for scholarships and bragging rights.

The top four players will each be eligible for a $3,000 eSports scholarship award to attend Manchester – that’s in addition to any other financial aid for which the students

would otherwise qualify.

The top four high school players will also compete in a final match against the Manchester University eSports team.

Coaches are encouraged to bring their entire teams, but players will square off for individual competition.

All participants will be treated to lunch

and receive a Manchester eSports swag bag.

Registration will close at 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28. The tournament bracket will be made available that Saturday morning.

Competition is in Flory Auditorium at the Science Center.

For more information and registration link: https://smash.g g/tournament/spartan-smash-invitational

Heartland Career Center students who competed at SkillsUSA. Pictured are, from left, Criminal Justice instructor Leroy Striker, Tyler Profitt of Southwood, Trinnity Mitchell of Northfield, Noah Cohee of Peru, and Tyler Killion of Peru. Photo provided.

Heartland students shine at Indiana SkillsUSA contest Article provided On Saturday, Feb. 8, hundreds of students from Northeast Indiana competed in career-based skill events through Indiana SkillsUSA. SkillsUSA is a national Student Youth Organization that partners with students, teachers and industries to ensure America has a skilled work force, helping each student excel. Heartland Career Center sent 24 students to Culinary Arts, Cosmetology and Criminal Justice competitions. The individual competitions were hosed by Ivy Tech (Fort Wayne), Trine University (Angola) and Fairfield High School (Goshen).

Of the participants, Heartland had five students advance to SkillsUSA State Competition.

Congratulations to the following state qualifiers: Noah

Cohee (Peru, Criminal Justice), Karhlie Heeter (Peru, Nails), Vivian LeMaster (Wabash, Nails), Trinnity Mitchell (Northfield, Criminal Justice) and Leah Travis (Oak Hill, Hair). Joining them at the state competition will be Alexis Burton (Wabash, Speech and State Officer), Clara Snyder (Southwood, Pin Design) and Delaney Truman (Wabash, Nail Model).

Other participants in the Northeast Indiana SkillsUSA Regionals included: Bailey Bruner (Huntington North, Culinary), Paige Gaston (Huntington North, Commercial Baking), Daven Schaefer (Huntington North, Culinary), Abby Boyd (Manchester, Esthetics), Alayna Miller (Manchester, Esthetics Model), Noah Stafford (Manchester,

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Each of these students possess the skills of hard work and dedication which gives them what it takes to compete at a Regional and State level. SkillsUSA State Competition will be held at the State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis April 17 and 18, 2020.

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DAR Good Citizen essays Topic: You and your peers are our nation’s leaders of tomorrow.

How would you energize America’s youth to fully engage as effective citizens?

Editor’s Note: As part of the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen contest, entrants must submit an essay as part of the judging. Here are the essays submitted by winner Samuel Reichenbach and runner-up Emma Wynn

Make our ideas count

By Samuel Eric Reichenbach America thrives on its youthfulness. Compared to the nations of the world, the United States of America is merely a fledgling; a young nation, less than three centuries old. In more ways than one, however, America has already taken flight.

Being a global leader in facing many social and political problems, America flies higher than the rest. Its wings of hope affect every corner of the world. Who is leading the flock? It is the many young people of this great nation. In American history, there have been countless examples of students and other young people fighting for a better tomorrow.

Many of the things we have today, we would not have if not for the hard work of determined young Americans. I firmly believe that it is critical that I, and my fellow youthful Americans, uphold the traditions of our history and continue to fight for a better tomorrow. It is our duty as citizens to energize and engage ourselves. How would I do this? I believe that there is a lot to be learned from the past, so I would be sure to let his-

tory guide me in some ways. However, I also firmly believe that there are plenty of modern courses of action that would prove effective in energizing my peers.

One of the most powerful ways to engage as effective citizens is to exercise our constitutional rights, particularly freedom of speech in the form of protests. Young people throughout American history have practiced this right, and their protests have caused great change. The Greensboro lunch counter sit-ins in the late 1960’s, for example, furthered the talk on racial segregation in American and eventually led to the granting of civil rights to african americans. The sit-ins were initiated by young american students, not older than twenty years of age. Another great example, and a modern one at that, is the March for Our Lives event which was held in Washington, D.C. led by high school students after the mass shooting in Parkland, Florida in 2018.

The students sought to see change in the way America viewed firearms, and their actions saw plenty of results following their protest.

Protests like the examples

just mentioned demonstrate how effective students can be when energized, and so to energize my peers I would get them involved in protests.

American youth today seem to be attached to their screens; they are always in close proximity to connection with the rest of the world. One way I could energize my peers, in a way that is familiar to them, is to utilize the technology that the vast majority of them have. By posting things on social media about our current political climate, I would educate and evoke emotion into my peers who might not have otherwise been affected.

Technology makes activism incredibly simple. With each device being connected via the internet, each person and that person’s ideas are also connected. Being efficient and accessible, utilizing technological platforms would be another way I’d energize my peers.

We as young people always hear that we are our nation’s future. This statement is true and shouldn’t be taken lightly.

It is important that we make our ideas count now, for when we are old we want our own youth to be proud of our decisions.

Youth must be prepared

By Emma Grace Wynn My peers and I are the leaders of tomorrow, so it is our responsibility to carry on and innovate the foundation leaders like Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, and George Washington built for us. The youth today are more involved in politics than ever, and platforms like social media are also places the youth today spend hours on every single day. I believe using technology to encourage the youth of today to become more effective citizens would enhance a platform the youth already uses into something more educating and impactful.

I believe an effective American citizen is based on hard work, respect, having a voice, and bettering the community and we should expose these crucial factors to the youth so they begin to inhibit their strengths into their community and make a difference.

Everyone has their own unique talents, and it is through the combination of those talents that create the effective citizens the world needs.

Encouraging the youth today to accept their

uniqueness and use their talents to better themselves and others will do nothing but good for our community.

Platforms like Instagram, Snap Chat, etc. can do good, but most of the time people argue that social media is dragging the youth into believing they aren’t good enough and they could never make a difference.

Creating a positive atmosphere on social media that encourages the youth to use their unique talents and educate them about real world issues would be a very effective way to reach the youth because it is a place they are already put a lot of trust into. The youth are more likely to listen to someone on social media than their teachers or parents, so incorporating topics like the importance of volunteering, voting, etc. into social media would be very effective to the youth today. Technology is taking over the world, but is it a great tool to spread awareness about politics, volunteer work, etc.

It is important that the youth understands the importance of being an effective citizen because we are the leaders of tomorrow and before we know it, it will be our turn to be the voice for change

in our community. We need to be able to determine what is the best for our world and efficient ways to accomplish them in the current world.

Being a good citizen promotes peace and stability hence development and order in a community.

Caring for others, being respectful, and building good relationships with people promote social peace and forms unity between everyone no matter race, religion, gender, etc. If we do not fully engage America’s youth to be effective citizens, it could result in chaos and lead to corruption in America.

I would energize America’s youth by using technology and current ways of communication in order to create good leaders that will innovate and shape the future of America. Adapting to the reality of kids’ lives today, what they use and consider important, is the most efficient way to success in building effective citizens and what I believe will become a better world.

The fate of the future with soon be in the hand of America’s youth and we need to make sure that they are prepared for the task.

Smoke-free parks promote healthy living

Dear Editor: Smoke-free parks promote healthy living.

We go to parks to play with our kids, to participate in sports, or to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Creating smoke-free parks is a way for communities to make outdoor spaces even more conducive to healthy living.

By passing a law to create smoke-free parks, a city or county can take an important step to encourage healthy behaviors and make parks places where people can expect to be free from secondhand smoke. Smoke-free environments also help adults model healthy behavior for kids, and can encourage people who smoke to smoke less or even quit.

Nationwide smoking bans

side public areas smoke - free.

Call them today! — Dan Gray, Director of Wabash County Tobacco Free

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are on the rise. Research shows that bans decrease the overall number of cigarettes people smoke and, in some cases, actually result in people quitting.

Local governments have the legal right to adopt laws to protect residents’ health and safety.

This authority enables communities to adopt smoke- free laws to reduce exposure to harmful secondhand tobacco smoke.

Smoking restrictions do not discriminate against people who smoke. There are no constitutional guarantees allowing a person to smoke wherever she or he wishes.

We need to let our local legislators be aware of our concern of the dangers of secondhand smoke breathed into our lungs.

We especially need to protect our children by keeping all out-

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Spicy pan-roasted butternut squash I regret I did not get around to eating butternut Prep Time: 10 minutes; Cook squash until I was well into my adult years.

Time: 40 minutes; Total Time: 50 I say that because, in addition to being amazingly minutes. Yield: 4 servings. affordable and incredibly delicious, butternut squash 1 large butternut squash (about 3 offers outstanding health benefits that give us good rea- pounds) sons to eat it.

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil A butternut’s true secrets lie inside, where you find a 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin sweet, buttery flesh bursting with goodness. Packed 1 teaspoon ground coriander with beta carotene, studies have shown it can help 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper reduce the rate of memory loss, reduce chronic inflammation, lower the risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper dementia and cancer.

Butternut contains lutein and zeaxanthin, which help Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.

Peel and seed squash then cut into protect eyes by filtering the ultraviolet rays from the sun. It also can help to curb damage to our lens and reti- 1-inch cubes. In a large bowl, combine squash cubes with olive oil, na. cumin, coriander, and cayenne According to American Botanical Council, scientists are examining whether a chemical in butternut squash, then season with salt and pepper.

Spread squares out evenly, in a sincucurmosin, is able to curb the growth of cancer cells by triggering cancer cells to die. Laboratory and animal gle layer on a baking sheet then studies have been promising so far. roast in oven for about 40 minutes, Butternut squash contains more potassium than a or until tender and lightly banana, offers 7 grams of fiber and almost 30 grams of browned, tossing halfway through. vitamin C, a third of the recommended daily value per Transfer to a bowl and serve. serving.

Although it’s high in complex carbohydrates, this is a Crisp ‘n’ cheesy butternut type of carb that breaks down to sugar slowly, helping fries to stall the release of insulin and prevent those Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook carb/sugar spikes that leave us feeling tired and hungry. Time: 30 minutes; Total Time: 45 It pairs well with sweeter spices like cinnamon, clove, minutes. Yield: 4 servings. nutmeg and allspice, just like pumpkin. A butternut 1 medium butternut squash squash is just as versatile as pumpkin. Butternut 1 tablespoon olive oil squash seeds can be eaten, too, and should be, because 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme butternut has more nutritional value than pumpkin 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano seeds.

When shopping for butternut squash, look for a matte Pinch of cayenne pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground finish and one that’s heavy for its size. black pepper, to taste Whether you steam, boil or roast it; bake it, stuff it, 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan mash it or puree it, there is simply no healthier way to cheese butter yourself up.

2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, Enjoy!

optional Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Coat a cooling rack with nonstick spray and place on a baking sheet; set aside. Peel and seed squash then cut into match-stick size pieces.

Place butternut squash in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Add olive oil, thyme, oregano, and cayenne pepper.

Season with salt and pepper to taste then gently toss to combine.

Spread evenly across baking sheet the place in oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

Sprinkle with Parmesan then garnish with chives, if desired, then serve immediately.

Awesome butternut squash alfredo Prep Time: 20 minutes; Cook Time: 30 minutes; Total Time: 50 minutes. Yield: 4 servings.

1 large butternut squash 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 pound boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch cubes 8 large cloves garlic, peeled 8 cups baby spinach 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus 3 tablespoons, divided use 1/2 cup sour cream 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

In a large pot, bring four quarts of water to a boil. Meanwhile, peel and seed squash. Then, using a spiral vegetable slicer or a julienne or regular vegetable peeler, cut squash into long, thin strands to create butternut noodles. In a medium saucepan, combine broth, wine, chicken and garlic. Over high heat, bring to a boil then cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until chicken is cooked through and garlic is soft, about 10 minutes.

Once water begins to boil, add sliced squash then cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in spinach, then let rest for one minute. Drain then transfer to a serving bowl, cover and keep warm. When chicken is done cooking, use a slotted spoon to transfer to a dish to hold warm then pour broth and garlic from its pan into a blender and process until smooth, about 1 minute. (Use caution when blending hot liquids.) Return liquid to the saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. In a small cup, liquefy cornstarch in cold water then whisk into simmering liquid until slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low, then whisk in 1 cup of the Parmesan, sour cream, butter, pepper and nutmeg. Stir in cooked chicken then cook 1 minute more before pouring hot mixture over the warm squash noodles. Top with remaining 3 tablespoons of Parmesan and parsley.