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Kevin Cordes and family honored as 2014 Farm Family of the Year By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com The Kevin Cordes family was named 2014’s Farm Family of the Year by the Wabash Chamber of Commerce for their involvement in and contributions to the community. The Cordes’s family farm has been in operation since 1958 when Cliff Cordes, Kevin’s father, originally purchased the land. Since then, Kevin has lived at his 1000-acre farm in Roann for 57 years, taking over the operation in the late 1970’s after college. Recently, he welcomed his son Jared’s family into the operation, converting ten acres into a blackberry field. Kevin’s wife Peggy said she was honestly surprised they were chosen for the award. “We’re kind of a small farm compared to today’s standards,” she said. “I give my husband a lot of credit, because of his farming methods and work.” As a long-time friend and supervisor, as well as vice chairman of Wabash County, and regional director for state association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Bobby Hettmansperger has known the family for years and has been involved with Kevin’s endeavors to care for the soil and educate farmers. He said that there is a very good reason why Kevin and his family are being honored with this award. “Kevin realizes there is more to agriculture than planting and farming. He is a true steward to the soil that we tem(continued on page 5)

The Kevin Cordes Family was selected as 2014 Farm Family of the Year for their community contributions and soil-considerate farming practices. The Cordes family includes (front row) Cole and Janna holding Corban and Faye, (middle row) Peggy, Isaiah, Michael, Paul, Olia, Kevin, and (back row) Lena, Jared holding Teresina, Erica, and Linda. Not pictured are Jason, Lindsay, Levi, and Myles. (photo by Emma Rausch)

Former exchange student helps his Cost of housing inmates increases ‘American mother’ celebrate birthday By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Wabash County Jail was below its capacity of 72 inmates just 13 days in 2014, Sheriff Bob Land reported to the Wabash County Commissioners on Monday morning. The figures were part of a year-end wrap-up Land presented to both Commissioners and the Wabash County Council on Monday. “Last year’s average daily population was 81.78,” the sheriff said, giving the annual report which is required by state statute. “That is up slightly from 80.11 in 2013.” To help ease overcrowding at the Wabash County Jail, local inmates are routinely housed at the Miami County Jail. To do so, Wabash County must pay Miami County a per diem for each inmate incarcerated there. “In 2014 we spent a little over $50,000 more than we did in 2013,” he said. Last year, the cost was $188,895, the sheriff told The Paper following the meeting. In 2013 the cost was $138,455. He said he, like sheriffs around the state, are waiting to see if revisions (continued on page 29)

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Ever since he was a foreign exchange student at Northfield High School in 1969-70, Ernie Cortabarria made sure to contact his host mother, Mary Schenkel, on her birthday. This year, to celebrate Mrs. Schenkel’s 86th birthday, Cortabarria gave her a very special present. He and his family – wife, Mariatiela, son, Santiago, and daughter, Matilde – spent four days in Wabash as part of a trip to the Ernie Cortabarria (left) and his foreign exchange “mother” Mary United States from Schenkel look through a scrapbook during his visit to Wabash last their native Uruguay. weekend. Photo provided On Friday morning, Cortabarria and his NHS principal Mike Keaffaber, who is family toured Northfield High School. Schenkel’s brother-in-law. They were joined by Ron Schenkel, who “Seeing everything is almost new to me,” was a Northfield student during Cortabarria told The Paper following the Cortabarria’s visit 45 years ago, Tim tour. “So many memories that don’t match Grossman, who lived down the road to the with what I see now. It’s like getting to Schenkels and befriended Cortabarria, and (continued on page 5)

Harvey Industries hit with $1 million class action lawsuit By Eric Stearley eric@thepaperofwabash.com A class action lawsuit has been filed against Harvey Industries following the layoff of 143 workers on Dec. 31. The case was filed with the United States District Court’s Northern Indiana district on Jan. 16. On Jan. 2, Harvey Industries announced the layoff of two-thirds of its employees due to “unforeseeable business circumstances,” namely the loss of two large contracts with General Motors and Modine, two of the company’s largest clients. The lawsuit cites Harvey Industries’ failure to comply with the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, which requires companies to give workers 60 days notice of an impending mass layoff or plant closing. The plaintiffs, represented by Philip J. Gibbons Jr. of Gibbons Legal Group, P.C., based in Indianapolis, are seeking damages in the amount of 60 days’ pay and Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) benefits, totaling more than $1 million. Court documents also indicate that 50 employees were laid off on Dec. 19. In the Dec. 19 letter, employees were told that the layoffs would be permanent. These employees were later included in a notice sent to the Department of Workforce Development as part of the 143 employees laid off on Dec. 31, which stated that call backs were expected. Court documents also brought into question the company’s claim that the loss of contracts with GM and Modine were unforeseeable. The plaintiff alleges that Harvey Industries learned in late 2013 or early 2014 that Modine, which assembles parts manufactured by Harvey Industries before sending them to Ford Motor Company, was going to lose a contract with Ford for one of the jobs involving Harvey-supplied parts. A new company, Borg Warner, successfully bid for this contract and was pursued by Harvey in hopes that they could continue to manufacture these parts for Borg Warner. The plaintiff alleges that Harvey found out it would not be awarded any contracts with Borg Warner as early as October 2014. Furthermore, court documents indicate that GM voiced concerns over quality issues throughout 2014, cancelling a return audit set for October 2014. Harvey Industries stopped shipping orders to a GM facility located in Australia in November 2014 and stopped shipping orders to facilities in (continued on page 28)

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Three promoted at Crossroads Bank By The Paper staff Three employees of Crossroads Bank — Emily Boardman, Nathan “Nate” Fansher and Michael “Mick” Fisher — have been promoted, President and CEO Roger Cromer announced. “Emily, Nate and Mick have all been committed and valuable members of our team and their respective promotions are well deserved and reflect the high level at which they continue to perform,” Cromer said. “They all have demonstrated the importance and value of superior customer service and a strong commitment to the communities we serve.” Boardman has been promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and will oversee accounting, compliance, deposit operations, human resources, IT and the bank investment portfolio. She joined Crossroads in 2007 as the Controller and was promoted to Chief Financial Officer in 2009. Boardman graduated from Northfield High School and from M a n c h e s t e r University in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and in 2002 with a Master of Accountancy. She earned her CPA certification and spent approximately five years in public accounting at PricewaterhouseCoop ers as an intern, associate, and then senior associate in Indianapolis before returning to her

hometown of Wabash and joining Crossroads. Boardman currently serves on the Enterprise Risk M a n a g e m e n t Committee, IT Steering Committee, Classified Asset Committee and the Asset/Liability M a n a g e m e n t Committee. She also serves on the local E c o n o m i c Development Board, is the Treasurer for the Wabash Rotary Club and is the Youth Leader for Wabash First United Methodist Church. She and her husband, Jeremy, reside in Somerset with their two children, Casey and Colleen. Fansher has been promoted to Senior Vice President of C r e d i t Administration and will oversee the residential, consumer, lease and commercial loan operations as well as credit administration. He joined Crossroads Bank in 2007 as a credit analyst, and was promoted to Credit Officer in July 2010, Commercial Loan Operations Manager in September 2010, and Vice President Commercial Loan Operations in July 2012. Fansher is a 2003 graduate of Noblesville High School and graduated from Manchester University in 2007, Cum Laude, majoring in business management and a minor in history. He attended the nationally recognized Graduate School of Banking at the University of Madison-Wisconsin

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EMILY BOARDMAN in 2014 and graduated fifth in his class of 161. Fansher currently serves on the C o m p l i a n c e Committee, Classified Asset Committee, Enterprise Risk M a n a g e m e n t Committee and the Asset/Liability M a n a g e m e n t Committee. He also serves as President of the United Fund of Wabash County Board. He and his wife, Justine, reside in Wabash with their daughter, Lennox. Fisher has been (continued on page 3)

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Chamber to host legislative forum By The Paper staff The Wabash County Chamber of C o m m e r c e Government Affairs Committee will host a Third House Legislative Update Session at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, in the Chamber of C o m m e r c e Conference Room, 210 S Wabash St, Doors will open at

8:30 a.m. The Wabash County Chamber of C o m m e r c e Government Affairs Committee, Wabash County Farm Bureau, and Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana sponsor the session. The session is open to the general public. State Sen. Amanda Banks and State Rep.

David Wolkins will offer updates on legislative hot topics. Following their informal remarks, each will have the opportunity to ask their questions of the audience and to also entertain questions from those in attendance. “There are many important issues facing our region and state,” Chamber

President Kimberly Pinkerton said. “The Chamber has a vested interest in both education and economic issues as these tie directly to the development of a strong workforce, the cultivation of new ideas and entrepreneurs, the leadership of our communities and ultimately our creation of a strong and sustain-

able fiscal base locally, regionally and statewide. “We want strong, viable communities and to create an attractive environment for job creation and business retention, while paying close attention to legislative issues that directly impact our members’ ability to operate competitively

Government Affairs Chair will welcome the legislators. “We encourage businesses and residents of Wabash County to attend, hear what their legislators have to say, and then ask any questions they may have,” Metz said.

in the global environment.” Along with Pinkerton and C h a m b e r Government Affairs Chair Greg Metz, Vince Buchanan, Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana Executive, and Bill Ruppel, Wabash County Farm Bureau

Homeless count, survey to take place By The Paper staff The annual Point in Time count will take place on Jan. 28. Every year across Indiana on a single night during the last week of January, groups attempt to count the homeless in their community. A shelter count is conducted that counts how many people are staying in emergency shelters or transitional housing programs, and efforts are made

to count homeless persons who may not be staying in shelters. The purpose of the count is to understand the scope and characteristics of people sleeping in shelters or in places not meant for human h a b i t a t i o n . Information is compiled for an annual report to Congress and to Indiana government. The count is essential in appropriating funds, measur-

ing performance data and setting goals to improve the lives of children, women and men experiencing homelessness here in Wabash County and the nation, organizers note. In addition, a survey will take place Jan. 29 at three sites around Wabash County. Survey organizers want to reach out to those who are homeless. The survey asks

“Where did you sleep last night?” and if it was someplace like a park, cars or an abandoned building, the person is considered homeless for the count. Individuals are encouraged to have homeless residents visit one of the three sites to complete the survey and receive a care package. Surveys will be taken at — Wabash County

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Sheriff’s Association scholarships available By The Paper staff Applications are available for Indiana

Sheriff ’s Association college scholarships, Wabash County

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Sheriff Bob Land announced. The scholarships are for qualified high school seniors or college students who are pursuing a degree in criminal justice studies. There are approximately 40 $500 scholarships awarded throughout Indiana, Land said. To qualify, applicants must be an Indiana resident, a current member of

the association or a dependent child or grandchild of a member, attend an Indiana college or university, major in a law enforcement field and enroll as a full-time student. Applications are available from high school guidance counselors, the Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department, 79 W. Main St., or by writing to the Indiana Sheriff ’s Association,

147 E. Maryland St., Indianapolis, IN 46204, and request an application. The application also can be downloaded from the Indiana Sheriff ’s Association website, w w w. i n d i a n a s h e r iffs.org. Applications must be completed and received by the Indiana Sheriff ’s Association on or before April 1.

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promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer. He will oversee all aspects of residential, consumer and commercial lending as well as collections and leasing. Fisher started with Crossroads Bank in 2009 as Vice President of Commercial Lending. He was promoted to Senior Vice President and Manager of Commercial Lending in 2010. Fisher is a graduate of Wabash High School and holds an associate’s degree in business from Kemper Military School and College in Boonville, Mo. He is a graduate of the

Indiana Bankers A s s o c i a t i o n Commercial Lending School and has attended the School of Business at Butler University in Indianapolis. Prior to joining Crossroads Bank, Fisher worked at Mutual Bank in Marion as the Vice President of Business Banking and Regional Lending Manager of Grant and Wabash counties. Fisher has been in banking for 39 years and in lending for 43 years. He lives in Sweetser, and has a daughter, Derin, a son, Kris, and three grandchildren.

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Forum looks at e-cigarettes, other products

by Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Stricter regulations are needed for e-cigarettes, a state official

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cigarettes safer for users and non-users alike, according to Miranda Spitznagle, the Director to Tobacco Prevention C e s s a t i o n Commission of the Indiana Department of Health. Spitznagle was one of four panelists at the forum sponsored by Parkview Wabash Hospital, AACTION, and Wabash County Tobacco Free Coalition and moderated by Roderick Schram. The program, which took place at the Wabash County YMCA, was designed to educate the public about the ecigarette. Currently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn’t regulate e-cigarettes or other similar devices, Spitznagle said. “Up until 2009, no tobacco products were regulated,” she told The Paper following the hour-long meeting. “The Food and Drug Administration was given the authority to start regulating tobacco products at that point in time, and since then they’ve been setting up the

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Miranda Spitznagle, director of the Tobacco Prevention Cessation Commission of the Indiana Department of Health, demonstrates how an e-cigarette works during last Thursday’s Town Hall meeting at the Wabash County YMCA. (Photo by Joseph Slacian)

Center for Tobacco Products. “There’s been some uncertainty about this class of products in particular, who had the authority and which branch of the FDA had the authority.” The Center for Tobacco Products has since stepped up to begin looking at regulations, she said. But the lack of regulations is just one area the panelists were concerned with. Another, they said, is that the product is being marketed toward teenagers, making them feel the product isn’t harmful. “I’ve had kids justify by saying, ‘I’m just vaping,’” panelist Trisha Hanes, a Wabash County probation officer, said.

“Then you get into, what’s in the vape?” Youth, she continued, will point out the package says it’s not nicotine in the product, since it doesn’t include tobacco, and it’s not cannabis, because neither are included on the label. “I don’t care what the packaging says,” she continued. “You have no clue.” Panelist Jeff Galley, Wabash High School assistant principal, added, “They don’t understand what it is. The reason being, the marketing. “Because they’re not regulated, e-cigarettes and this whole vaping thing are being marketed just like they were in the ‘50s and ‘60s. What did we think about cigarettes in the ‘50s and

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said. Panelist Lisa Kroh, a pharmacist at Parkview Wabash Hospital, said that one reason teens are trying it is because ecigarettes don’t have the same stigma as regular cigarettes. “With tobacco, we’ve seen enough negative ads,” she said. “But we’re learning more and more about carcinogens. But e-cigarettes are so new and trendy, I think the kids think it’s just so cool.” Another problem, the group agreed, is the lack of local legislation governing ecigarettes. Clean air measures now in place in communities around the United States likely don’t include e-cigarettes, Spitznagle said, noting that only 108 municipalities and three states across the U.S. prohibit the use of such products in smoke free environments. Wabash City Schools is a smoke free environment, Galley said, but its regulations don’t prohibit e-cigarettes or other products. “That’s what schools are facing right now; policies have to be changed,” he said. “We have to go back and revamp our board policies, we’ve got to revamp our student handbook, we’ve got to revamp our athletic policies, our facilities policy. We’ve got to go out and spend monies on new signs stating no smoking, no vaping, no electronic nicotine device. “There’s a cost. It’s not going to put anyone under. But for schools, it’s a hassle.” Dan Gray, director of the Wabash County Tobacco Free Coalition, noted that even though e-cigarettes are new, enough is known about the product to know that they aren’t safe. “The fact alone that there is nicotine and other chemicals in there that are dangerous, that’s why we called the Town Hall meeting, to let people know what they are about,” he said. “We are learning they’re not safe. And as time goes on, I believe we’re going to find out they’re something that should not be readily available, especially to our young people.”

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Kevin Cordes and family honored as 2014 Farm Family of the Year... continued from the front page porarily are entitled to take care of in our lifetime. He realizes the responsibility of maintaining the soil. This was instilled in him by his father. It’s generational and he is continuing what his father established.” Prior to his death in 1998, Cliff was a supervisor for the Soil and Water Conservation District for 23 years. Now following in his father’s footsteps, Kevin has served as a district supervisor for 12 years, educating

farmers on ways to alleviate or slow soil erosion and keep streams clean. “It’s a concern for all Americans to have clean water for recreation and drinking purposes,” Kevin said. “The better we take care of our soils, the better crops we’re going to raise, which means a better bottom line for the farmers, which is everyone’s goal.” Curt Campbell, a Purdue extension educator, and Stan Leland, a board member of the Indiana

Seed Trade Association, both agreed that Kevin is not only an advocate for his work, but also practices what he preaches. “I’ve known the Cordes family for probably 35 years, and I’ve worked with Kevin for about 40 years, on and off, for seed sales,” Leland said. “He has been an advocate of no-till for about 35 years now and is just a very good farmer. He does everything he can to benefit the land that he has been given all

these years.” According to neighbor Jerry Maxwell, Kevin is a conservative farmer and noticeably protects the soil with methods such as cover crops. “The reason I feel the Cordes family should be named Family Farm of the Year is because of the job they do, the way they take care of the ground,” Maxwell said. “He’s got a certain niche or program going on. I’m very proud of what he does, and I’m tickled for him to farm next

to me. I hope people start copying him, because the water and the land, they aren’t making any more of it. We need to take care of what we’ve got. Kevin does a good job of that.” Kevin’s daughter, Janna Leffert, said she thinks it’s neat that her dad was chosen for this award. “He’s sat me down over the years and talked to me about the work he’s doing and how it’s different from other farms. I’ve also read some of the research my papo

Former exchange student helps his ‘American mother’ celebrate birthday... continued from the front page know everything all over again. “The school brings me memories, of course.” While living here in the 1960s, Cortabarria said the Schenkels tried to let him experience as much of American life as possible. Doing so included a trip to Chicago for an agriculture machinery show and a trip to Fort Wayne to watch the Komets play hockey. “We used to go to all the basketball games,” he said. “The whole family enjoyed basketball very much. I remember that. “I used to practice cross country, and I enjoyed it,” he said, noting he ran for the Norse team while living here. “I wasn’t very good, just average, but I enjoyed it.” Cortabarria became interested in becoming a foreign exchange student after a cousin served as one earlier in the 1960s. “She told me it was a very good thing to do,” he said. “So I told my parents and they agreed. They also thought it was a very good program, so I came.” Susan (Schenkel) Keaffaber said that when her brother and she were both seniors, the family hosted exchange students. “I was in second grade when he was here,” she said. “So when I was in high school and took Spanish classes, it was easier to write back and forth to him.” Cortabarria isn’t the only foreign exchange student in his immediate family. His son traveled to Colorado where he participated in a similar program. The elder Cortabarria said he enjoyed his time at

Northfield and with the Schenkel family. “Probably, I learned more outside the classroom than inside,” he joked. “To get to know the family, that was very, very important, to see the people, how they live, how they think, what are their values. “All over the world families are similar. Families want their children to be good children, to study and be responsible, is prob-

ably the same all over the world. But there are differences, small differences any way.” Ron Schenkel said Cortabarria was a little homesick when he first arrived in the U.S. “That changed real quick when he got into the system and we’d joke around,” Schenkel said. “He used to help make hay in the summertime.” Cortabarria, who spent about 10 months living with the

Schenkels, said the chores were very interesting. In Uruguay, Cortabarria and his family live on a 2,000acre farm that has been in his family for generations. There they raise beef cattle, dairy cattle and sheep. “I was familiar with the chores,” he said. “But, especially at that time, we didn’t have so much farm machinery in Uruguay. We used to work by hand and use

horses. We still use horses quite a lot, but now we have more machinery, but not in the 1960s and ‘70s. “That was really surprising to me. They had four tractors; woo, that was a lot.” Just as Cortabarria learned about life in the United States, the Schenkel family also received a glimpse of life in Uruguay. “We got in a bad habit of taking siestas,” Ron Schenkel joked. “He started taking siestas, and after he left we were still taking siestas.” The Cortabarria family arrived in Indianapolis on Jan. (continued on page 10)

Northfield High School principal Mike Keaffaber takes a group photo in the school’s gymnasium. In the group photo are (from left) Ron Schenkel, Mariatiela Cortabarria, Santiago Cortabarria, Ernie Cortabarria , Matilde Cortabarria and Tim Grossman. The Cortabarria family was in town to visit Schenkel’s mother and Keaffaber’s mother-in-law, Mary Schenkel, on her 86th birthday. Cortabarria lived with the family while a foreign exchange student in 1969-70. Photo by Joseph Slacian

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John Eltzroth and John Lehner. They are excited to build the Urbana Little League program. The Urbana Lions Club voted at a special meeting on Jan. 20 to sponsor the Urbana Metro League program and will be working to make this summer ball program a fun season. Coaches are needed for teams. If you interested in coaching or have any questions, call John Eltzroth at 774-8133. URBANA BLOOD DRIVE is from 2-6:30 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Urbana Community Building. Walk-ins are welcome. MSD STUDENTS will have school on Feb. 2 to make up one of days missed. SHARP CREEK Wildcat Pride winners drawn on Jan. 16 were Spencer Burnworth who was nominated by Mr. Nevil for holding the door open for another student, Dillon Cone who was nominated by Mrs. Shafer for doing a great job in reading class, Grayson Harner who was nominated by Mrs. Dale for helping out a peer so respectfully and nice during science class, and Chloe Miles who was nominated by Mrs. Mast for holding the door open for several people. SHARP CREEK DATES: Jan. 30 Kevin Stonerock will visit with fourth grade class. (Kevin makes history come alive to the thousands of students he has presented programs to in schools

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URBANA HISTORY: Winners of the ECHO Races show off their awards following the Jan. 10 races at the Urbana Community Building. In back is ECHO Racing Track Official Lion Matt Snell. Racing awards were presented to (from left to right) T. J. Layne - third place; Devon Gambsy - Champion first place; Michael Schlemmer - second place. The next ECHO slot car races will be held on Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. in the Urbana Community Building. These races are for any youth age 9 and older. This activity is sponsored by the Urbana Lions Club. For more information call 260-7743665. (photo provided) since 1980. His program meets several of the Indiana Academic Standards for Social Studies.) Jan. 30 Activity pictures will be taken in the morning. Feb. 2 - School is in session as a make-up day. Feb. 2 - 20 - Acuity Predictive C for Science and Social Studies. Feb. 9 Thaddeus Rex Writing Workshop for fifth grade. Feb. 12 - PTO meeting at Sharp Creek at 6:30 p.m. JONSTRONG STICKERS are available in the Northfield office for $6. Jonathan Fawley is currently battling leukemia. A local group is raising money for his medical expenses by selling Tshirts. This is another

way to help. All profits go directly to the family. URBANA LIONS CLUB members President Marvin Mast and Mary Ann Mast attended Lions District 25-G meeting at the Atwood Community Building on Jan. 17 to learn about the expansion of the Lions KidSight Vision Screening program that is going to be expanded to do free eye screens for any county school students in third, fifth, and eight grade classes. Since the 2008 new property tax system has been in place in Indiana, school funding has been reduced for operating budgets. This law mandates that additional vision screenings for students does not provide any funding for schools to accomplish this requirement. The focus of this meeting was to explain to local Lions Clubs how they might be able to help their local schools. YOU ARE INVITED to the Urbana Community Building on Feb. 1: for the Urbana Yoke Parish Church spaghetti dinner and auction.

Auction items should be something you have had an “active” part in helping make such has something sewn, baked or cooked, painted or constructed - anything you have helped make or create. All proceeds will go to the Carrothers family as they finish up their schooling and prepare to move to Malawi, Africa, for mission work. The dinner will begin at 11 and the auction will start at 12:30. Anyone wishing to donate a handmade item for the auction can contact one of the following committee members: Cyndi Veverka, Janet Chamberlain, John and Judy Eltzroth, Ed Fitch, or Donna Harman. PRAYER CONCERNS: Gene Miller has been moved to Autumn Ridge for rehabilitation. Please continue to remember Gene, as well as Steve Gaston, Donna Russell, Jane Winebrenner, Jo Anne and Roscoe Weaver, Ardis Witkoske, Marguerite Baker, Sandy Haupert, Don McNabney, and Lillian Maurer. Please add the family and friends of

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Urbana resident Carol Porcenaluk who died on Jan. 18. Former Urbana resident Gladys Hall asked if she could be included in my column so her Urbana friends and neighbors could send her a card or note. Her address is 55 Mission Drive, Apt. 104, Indianapolis, In 462145918 B R E A K FA S T BUNCH met at Pam’s Cafe on Jan.21. Those attending were Doris Mattern, Alma DeVore, Chad and Peggy Dilling, John and Darla Eads, Helen Dawes, Phil and Jan Weck, Eileen Weck, Nancy Meyer, Karen Frieden, and Connie Mattern. Doris Mattern brought treats for everyone in celebration of her 90th birthday on Jan. 23 not knowing that her daughter Connie Mattern was bringing a carrot cake as a surprise. She was definitely surprised! BIRTHDAYS: Jan. 29 - Bethany Miller. Jan. 30 - JoAnne Weaver, Jeff Warnock. Jan. 31 Dean Wilhelm, Kevin Harrington, Spencer Koerner, A. J. Weaver. Feb. 1 - Jill Vigar, Tracy Dixon. Feb. 2 Ava Grace Lynn. Feb. 3 - Jerry Long, Terry Krom, Sandy Biehl, Jessica Mast, Brian Moore. ANNIVERSARIES: Feb. 2 - Scott and Barb Dawes NEWS ITEMS and/or pictures may be sent to me at 1906 N 100 W, Wabash, IN 469927732 or emailed to me at mamast1906@comcast.net.

Optimist Club plans oratorical contest By The Paper staff The Optimist Club of Wabash will have its annual oratorical contest at 3:30 p.m. March 7 at the Presbyterian Church in Wabash. The theme for this year’s contest is, “How My Optimism Will Help Me Press on to Greater Achievements of the Future.” The contest is open to students under the age of 19 who have not graduated from high school. Posters and

registration information have been delivered to Wabash High School, Northfield High School, and Southwood High School. The local club winner will be given the opportunity to advance to the Zone and Regional levels with the District winner receiving a $2,500 scholarship, second place $1,500 and third place $1,000. For more information, contact the con-

test coordinator, Tom Curry, 765-310-1391 or e m a i l tcurry2@juno.com, or Dr. Marvin Wright at 260-563-7674. O p t i m i s t International is a worldwide volunteer organization made up of more than 2,500 local Clubs whose Members work each day to make the future brighter by bringing out the best in children, in their communities, and in themselves.

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Celebration planned for Meyer’s 90th birthday Phyllis Jean Carpenter Meyer, a lifetime resident of Wabash County, will celebrate her 90th birthday. The family will host an open house from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, in the Community Room of Miller’s Merry Manor East. She was a volunteer for the H o n e y w e l l Foundation and just recently retired. The family requests no gifts; a card shower only.

Kathryn Joelle Turley is born Kathryn Joelle was born to Garret and Alisha Turley, North Manchester, at 3:11 p.m. June 30, 2014. She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 inches long. She has three brothers, Kaden Turley, Kameron Turley and Karson Turley. Her mother is the former Alisha Trent. Grandparents are

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Richter named to Dean’s List Alyssa Richter of Wabash, has been named to the 2014 fall semester Dean’s List at Ohio

Wesleyan University. To qualify for Dean’s List recognition, Ohio Wesleyan students must

achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale in all applicable classes.

Area students attend Shrine Circus

By The Paper staff FORT WAYNE – Fourth- and fifthgrade students from Wabash City Schools, Metro North and Southwood elementary schools, St. Bernard’s Catholic School and Vernon Manor attended the Shrine Circus on Thursday, Jan. 22. Both classes went this year because last year’s fourth-grade trip to the circus was canceled because of the heavy snow that hit the area. The Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department and the Indiana State Police provided an escort for the bus caravan. There were 19 buses from Wabash, which were joined by another 22 in Huntington and six

more in Roanoke. The trip was made possible by the support of a variety of businesses and individuals, including Dorais Chevrolet Buick GMC, Talk to Tucker Realty, North Central Co-op, William Preston, Brian Mallow State Farm Insurance, Hoffman Nursery, Advance Ag Resources, David H o l l e n b a c k , Southside Supply and Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service. Also, McKillip Seed Co., Pettit Printing, Wabash Valley Chrysler, Past Potentate and 33Degree Mason Dr. John “Hap” Dragoo, C o u n t r y s i d e Veterinary Hospital, Lundquist Real Estate

Services, True Value – Just Ask Rental, Atlas Building Services, Miller Furniture Company and Family Chiropractic. Also, Kirtlan Automotive, Rettig Industrial Supplies, Friermood Tires, Schlemmer Brothers, Southside Barber Shop, Kitchen Plus, Builder’s Mart of Wabash, Todd Adams State Farm Insurance, Wabash Electric, Reynolds Oil Co., Fowler Dentistry, Crystal Glass & Exteriors and EcoWater. Nobles attending were Bob Gillespie, Bob Brinson, Ken Nordman, Guy Coleman, David Hollenback, Gene Ranstead and Clint Harden.

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Hannah Lee weds Alex Bahney Hannah Lee and Alex Bahney, both of Indianapolis, were married at 7 p.m. July 26, 2014, during a ceremony at the home of the bride’s parents. Miss Lee is the daughter of Christopher and Andi Lee, Rochester. Bahney is the son of Tim and Jane Bahney, Akron. The Rev. Maurice Grindle of Grace United Methodist Church officiated the ceremony. The bride was given in marriage by her parents. Miss Lee wore a long satin, ivory-colored dress with a sweetheart neckline and a slight ruching down the right side. She carried a bouquet of wildflowers, including sunflowers, stargazers, lilies and delphinium. The bridal party wore long cobalt blue dresses and carried small bouquets of red and yellow sunflower and blue delphinium. Amy Leach, Indianapolis, friend of the bride, served as the maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Emily Ludwig, North Manchester, Alexis D a m r o n , Indianapolis, Whitley Zent, Rochester, and Elizabeth Smith, Fort Wayne.

The groom and groomsmen were attire in tan suits. Friend of the groom, Eric Brewer, Versailles, served as best man. Groomsmen were Garrett Knollman, Jeremy Dillow, Greenwood, and B.J. Moore, Fort Wayne. Ushers were Rhett and Wilson Lee, brothers of the bride, and Clayton and

Garrett Bahney, brothers of the groom. Immediately following the ceremony, 300 guests attended a reception at the home of the bride’s parents. Miss Lee is a 2014 graduate of Indiana U n i v e r s i t y Bloomington, and is an administrative assistant at Indiana University Purdue University Honors

College. Bahney is a 2013 graduate of the University of Indianapolis and is currently a graduate student in the Indiana University Doctorate of Physical Therapy program. The couple honeymooned at St. Lucia and resides in Indianapolis.

Witkoske speaks to Teen Moms Article provided Teen Moms met on Monday, Jan. 19, at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ. Teresa Witkoske, from the Purdue Home Extension Office spoke to the moms about being a role model for your

children. She discussed how a mother is her child’s first teacher. Children learn by imitation and are like little sponges, taking in the behaviors of those around them, she told them. She asked the

moms to list the character traits they would like their children to possess and then list ways they can help their children develop those traits. During the craft time the moms each made a large

snowflake hanging decoration. The next meeting will be Monday Feb. 2. Anyone interested in joining Teen Moms may register at the LIFE Center or by calling 260-5637275.

City’s skate park sees minor change by Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Changes to the John Drook Skate Park in the City of Wabash have cleared two hurdles and is likely to soon clear the third. The changes are nothing that anyone will see, and will have no adverse effect on the park itself. Rather, the change is in the sidewalk right-of-way, Building Commissioner John

Stephens told the Wabash Board of Public Works and Safety on Jan. 21. The city has filed paperwork with the Federal Emergency Management Agency to get the skate park removed from a former flood plain, he said. “The site is 99.8 percent out of the flood plain,” Stephens said. “It’s got to be 100 percent. The only portion that is in the flood

plain is where the sidewalk was put in in the wrong location.” Crews, during a sidewalk construction project, put the sidewalk on park property, rather than in the street right-ofway, he continued. “So I prepared a right-of-way dedication to dedicate six feet off the east side of the property, so the sidewalk will be in the street right-ofway,” Stephens said.

“And that actually takes everything out of the flood plain.” City Attorney Doug Lehman noted that the Wabash Board of Parks and Recreation approved the change recently, and the Board of Works also must sign off on the change before it heads to the Wabash City Council for final approval. The council was expected to consider the matter on Jan. 26.

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Livestock disaster assistance deadline nears Indemnity Program and the Livestock Forage Disaster Program, restored by the 2014 Farm Bill resumed in April 2014, after having expired on Sept. 30, 2011. To date, more than 556,000 applications have been approved to assist farmers and ranchers in recovering from nearly three years of

By The Paper staff The U.S. Department of Agriculture reminds livestock producers that the Jan. 30 deadline to request assistance for losses suffered from Oct. 1, 2011, through Dec. 31, 2014, is fast approaching. Applications for the Livestock

natural disasters. The Livestock Indemnity Program provides financial assistance to eligible producers for livestock deaths. Losses can be caused by adverse weather, extreme temperatures, disease, or wildfires, or due to attacks by animals reintroduced into the wild by the federal

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WABASH COUNTY Kinderg ar ten Roundup for the 201516 school year will take place on Wednsday, March 18. The event will be in the Honeywell Center in lobby area. Morning times are from 8 – 11:30 a.m. and afternoon times are from 4-7:30 p.m. Any child eligible to attend kindergarten must go to roundup to register for school. Students must be age 5 by Aug. 1, 2015. Parents are to bring a copy of an original courthouse issued birth certificate and shot records to round-up along with registration papers filled out. Registration papers can be obtained by calling or stopping by the school they will be attending. Please call your respective school and pre-register: The last day to register is March 9. Requirements are Official Birth Certificate, Dental Exam-free at Round-up -Vision Screen-free at Roundup -Physical Exam done by family physician -Immunizations-

Carlisle Lions $50 and the Mississinewa Cemetery $550. They also do a highway cleanup north of the town four times a year. SOMERSET TOWN BOARD met on Jan 12 with Pat Knoblock calling the meeting to order as Ken Miller was absent. Rod Finch, Gary DeGrandchamp, Dave Richards and Larry Wente were present. Member Tim Milliner was absent. Boots Jack, recorder, Ed Bailey and Dave Compton were also present. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Members did not get a financial report, as with the change in officers the mailing of the bank statement had been misdirected. The board approved spending $100 on improving the storeroom in the community building. The streetlights will be replaced as soon as the town can get a lift to get up to them. Those present talked about having a fundraiser, as it is difficult to avoid deficit spending. This coming summer we are trying to get a number of people to help with the mowing of the park and community building, the area along the highway and the baseball diamond area. There have spent as much as one thousand dollars on summer mowings in the recent past. We have had a group of people who have done most of the mowing

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McKillip Farms named Red Gold Master Grower for the third time By The Paper staff ELWOOD — McKillip Farms, Wabash, was honored as a Red Gold Master Grower at Red Gold’s recent Grower’s Banquet held in Indianapolis. The banquet was in conjunction with Purdue U n ive r s i t y ’s H o r t i c u l t u re Congress. Nate Gage, Ryan Stout, and Lennie Stout received their third Master Grower Award and were presented with a Red Gold plaque. The

award is given away each year to recipients who have distinguished themselves from others by delivering quality production, and exhibiting professionalism and industry leadership. All growers for Red Gold have had training on good production practices, employee safety, and human resources. As tomato growers for Red Gold, McKillip Farms has excelled in stewardship and sustainable practices on their farm and participate

in the Red Gold IPM (Integrated Pest Management) program. This year’s production from McKillip Farms accounted for over 19 million cans of Red Gold whole, diced, stewed, and specialty tomato products. Red Gold is the leading tomato processor in the Midwest and specializes in high quality tomato products for markets in all 48 continental states and many foreign countries. McKillip Farms

was one of eight farms from Indiana and Ohio to receive the award. Brian and Jason Cates, Marion, were recognized as Red Gold’s Grower of the Year by receiving the E. A. Reichart Quality Achievement Award. The Reichart family was pleased to present the award to the Brian and Jason Cates before the group of nearly 200, consisting of growers and their families and Red Gold employees in attendance.

County OKs new bridge contract By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com The Wabash County Commissioners approved changes in the contract with two entities for bridge inspections in Wabash County on Jan. 20. One of the supplemental contracts was with the engineering firm of Butler Fairman & Seufert, which does the actual inspections. The other contract was with the Indiana Department of Transportation, which helps pay for the inspections.

The new agreement is “due to federal highway changes in regulations of bridge inspections,” County H i g h w a y Superintendent John Martin said. “Federal highways are now requiring bridges with a rating of four or under on the deck, substructure or superstructure must be inspected every 12 months instead of every 24.” Wabash County has 11 bridges that fall into that category, he noted. The supplemental

contract will increase the cost paid to Butler Fairman & Seufert by $14,308, from $264,888 to $279,196. The cost is for both phases of the inspection, he said, with each phase costing $7,154. “Like we have a c h o i c e , ” Commissioners Chair Brian Haupert said of the change in the contract. Commissioner Scott Givens added, “Unfortunately, it is another state mandate.” The INDOT supplemental contract is for

the amount the agency will reimburse the county for the inspections. INDOT pays 80 percent of the bill. The county will receive $223,356.80 under the new agreement, up from $211,910.40. Commissioners u n a n i m o u s l y approved both agreements. In another matter, commissioners approved purchasing new carpeting for the Veterans Service Office from Miller Furniture. The cost is $513.

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Dancing Pro Chelsea Hightower teaches Playhouse dancers some moves

Chelsea Hightower, famous for time on “So You Think You Can Dance” and her work as a choreographer on the ABC show “Dancing with the Stars,” was in town on Friday, Jan. 16 as part of Friday’s “Dancing Pros Live” show at the Honeywell Center. Before taking the stage, Hightower spent her afternoon teaching a class of local dance students at Playhouse Studio of Dance. Owner Debbie Thomason said the studio just happened to be lucky enough to get the call. “They wanted to know if we’d be interested in having Chelsea come and do a master class before the show, and I said, “Yes! Absolutely!” Hightower taught 20 young dancers a routine she choreographed to the tune “Ain’t Nothing Wrong With That,” by Robert Randolph and the Family Band. (photo by Eric Stearley)

Former exchange student helps his ‘American mother’ celebrate birthday... continued from the front page 22, where the Schenkel family greeted them at the Indianapolis International Airport. He didn’t see Mrs. Schenkel until the family arrived back in Wabash. “It was very touching,” Cortabarria said of his reunion with Mrs. Schenkel. “I have no words to describe. I could tell you in Spanish, but my English … “There was a big hug, for a whole minute. It is difficult to speak about.” Mrs. Schenkel said of the initial reunion, “The minute I saw him he hugged me. I think he even cried some. He still called me Mom.” She said the reunion

was something she had thought might never happen. “It was kind of a dream come true,” she said. “I didn’t think we would ever meet again.” He always calls each year, wanting to wish ‘mom’ a happy birthday,” Mrs. Keaffaber said. “With the Internet and Facebook, it has become even easier to stay in contact. “ Mrs. Schenkel joked, “I told him this year he didn’t have to call since he was here.” Cortabarria has tried to get Mrs. Schenkel to visit him and his family in Uruguay. “Ernie always wanted my mom to come

and see where he lived but my mom is a homebody so he planned to visit the United States for my mom’s 86th birthday this year.” Mrs. Schenkel said she also enjoyed meeting Cortabarria’s family, even noting “his son looks just like (Cortabarria) did 45 years ago.” The family had a turkey and noodle dinner on Sunday, followed by homemade ice cream and visiting with other members of the Schenkel family. “This was a dream come true to meet him in person again, along with his family,” Mrs. Keaffaber said.

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CANCER SOCIETY will sponsor a Tree of Caring during the month of February for National Cancer Month. The Tree of Caring will be located on the Wabash County Courthouse lawn. The tree will be decorated with name tags and colored ribbons placed as a memorial to or in honor of those who have fought the fight of cancer. A closing ceremony will be take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb 22, at the courthouse. All are welcomed to attend. Residents can celebrate their loved one by making a donation to the Wabash County Cancer Society. Those who would like to make a donation to WCCS should contact Marcia Knee at 260344-1177 or Theresa Sites at 260-982-8218. WOMEN’S CONFERENCE: The IF Gathering at the Speicher Room of the Jo Young Switzer Center at Manchester University (upstairs of the dining hall) Friday Feb 6 from 411:00 p.m. and Saturday Feb 7 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Join leaders Jennie Allen, Jen Hatmaker, Ann Voskamp, Esther Havens, and more for a conference that

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mission is to build community among older adults by providing programs, services, and activities aimed at connecting neighbors and fostering civic involvement. TRUTHSEEKERS will be showing “America: Imagine the World Without Her” in the Blocher Community Room at the North Manchester Public Library from 78:30 p.m. Monday, Feb 16. This inspiring film asserts an unwavering belief in this country and forges a hopeful future from its incomparable past. TruthSeekers examines current events from a Biblical world-

view and is an outreach of Victory Bookstore. Public is invited. No admission charge. For further information call 260982-8317. LOVE & RESPECT MARRIAGE VIDEO CONFERENCE to be held at First Brethren Church, 407 N. Sycamore St. in N. Manchester on Friday, Feb 20, 6:4510:15 p.m. and Saturday, Feb 21, 8:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. To register, go to mnfbc.org and follow the links, or go to loveandrespect.com. This marriage conference is for married, divorced, separated, dating and single adults who want to improve, strengthen,

heal, or prepare for marriage. The cost is $15/person until Feb 9 and $20/person after that. For more information contact ron@nmfbc.org or 260-982-6457. PARTING SHOTS: “It is one of the blessings of old friends that you can afford to be stupid with them.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson NORTH MANCHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@g mail.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

Second Saturdays at Salamonie will present its 9th annual “Eagle Watch” on Feb. 14 from 3—8 p.m. Meet at the Salamonie Interpretive Center where there will be a short program to learn about eagles. After the program there will be a caravan to some well-know eagle spots. All areas planned to visit have had many eagles in years’ past. At the eagle roost you will get to watch our Nation’s bird come to roost for the night. There is a small amount of walking involved. Please dress for the weather and it is suggested to bring camera and binoculars. There will be hot drink and snacks available for donation. To register, please call Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-468-2127. Salamonie’s Preschool Program “Chipmunk and Squirrels” will take place Wednesday, Feb. 18. Find out about different types of squirrels, their habitats, and eating habits. Make a squirrel craft and hike to look for a squirrel house! Sounds a little nutty to me…sorry, I couldn’t resist. There will be two sessions: 10—11:30 a.m., or 12:30—2 p.m. These programs are designed to pre-school ages 2—5 and their adults. Please pre-register by calling 260-4682127. THE LAGRO TOWN HALL R E C E N T L Y CHANGED BUSINESS HOURS. The current business hours for the Lagro town hall are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. They are closed during the lunch hours of 11:30

a.m. to 1:30 p.m. If you need to contact the Lagro Town Hall please contact Kristy at 260-782-2451. FOR WATER EMERGENCIES IN LAGRO please call Scott Siders at 260-5713271. YOU KNOW LAGRO IS A TOWN IN WABASH COUNTY, in the Wabash metro area. But did you know that Lagro is the common name for the community and surrounding area while the formal official name is the Town of Lagro. Lagro’s population as of 2014 is 466 people. Lagro has had a bit of a population growth; since the year 2000 population has increased 22.63 percent. Of those living in Lagro, 17 percent report to be of German ancestry and 10 percent report Irish ancestry. It is nice to know that compared to the rest of the country Lagro’s cost of living is 27.7 percent lower than the U.S. average. JANUARY BIRTHDAYS: Jan 8—Lynette Good; Jan 13—Dawn Howell; Jan 14—Lisa Herring. A big happy birthday to all! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO: Mr. & Mrs. Steve Turner on Jan. 2; Mr. & Mrs. Terry Schaaf on Jan. 3. Congrats to all! ST. PATRICK’S CHURH HAS NEW HAS NEW DATES FOR MASS: In the months of Jan. and Feb. there will be no Mass at the church. Mass will begin at 12:30 p.m. Sunday March 1. Then on March 17, St. Patrick’s Day, there will be a special Mass at 4 p.m. with a program. DORA CHRISTIAN CHURCH located at 2325 S. Salamonie Dam

Road, Lagro would like to invite all to its services. Sunday school meets at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday Worship meeting at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Weekly Wednesday night Bible Study will be at 6:30 p.m. THE LAGRO COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY will be open third Saturday of the month. For further information please call 260-7822481. YOUR WEEKLY ISAAC-ISM: “I get asked a lot about what age should you start a child in tennis. Well, generally, it depends on the child. I use Andre Agassi as a role model for players mainly because of the person he has become through playing the sport he loves. Agassi started at the age of 3 years old, but he is the exception rather than the rule. The average age for starting tennis for players on the professional tour is 6 years old. But you don’t need to be holding a tennis racket to learn the basic skills like coordination, mobility and agility. Hundreds of other sports can contribute to being a tennis player. It’s tough for the parents and coaches who believe their child has potential, but the message of long-term development is patience. I promote the philosophy: to do our best to win we achieve an excellence that acts as a model for life. ” PLEASE EMAIL YOUR NEWS AND INFORMATION TO: isaac.triplett@yahoo.c om, or call me at 260274-2261.

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Funeral Homes Wabash • Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Accidents Jan. 15 At 6:45 a.m., a vehicle driven by Mike R. Epply, 39, Wabash, was heading east on CR 500 South. Due to slick ice-covered roadway conditions, Epply slid off the roadway and collided into a mailbox. At 1:20 p.m., a vehicle driven by Samantha A. Mort, 25, Pierceton, was heading north on CR 200 West when the vehicle ran off the road, striking a fence, concrete corner post, before overturning and coming to a rest on the hood in a creek in approximately two feet of water. Mort was charged with leaving the scene of an accident and operating while intoxicated.

Jan. 16 At 3:01 p.m., a vehicle driven by Terry D. Miller, 51, Marion, was yielding at the intersection of CR 300 East and U.S. 24 when she looked and did not see the vehicle driven by Gregory M. Spence, 43, Galveston, heading west on U.S. Route 24. Miller pulled into the intersection and struck Spence on his driver’s side. At 10:02 p.m., a vehicle driven by Zachary R. Thomas, 19, North Manchester, was heading eastbound on SR 114 when a deer ran into the roadway and was struck. Jan. 17 At 11:46 a.m., a vehicle driven by Lola R. Harmon, 78, Lagro,

was driving south on Thomas Road when he lost control due to slush roadway conditions, ran off the road, and struck a guywire. At 6:28 p.m., a vehicle driven by Robert Phat, 32, Wabash, was southbound on SR 15 when two deer entered the roadway and were both struck. Jan. 18 At 10:29 a.m., a vehicle driven by Jessie L. Smith, 31, Peru, was driving east on CR 1100 South when he lost control due to icy roadway conditions, ran off the road, struck a ditch, and then rolled onto the driver’s side. Smith was citied for operating a vehicle while never receiving a driver’s license. Jan. 19

Cheryl “Cheri” Frank, 67 Co-owned Wabash Insurance Associates March 19, 1947 – Jan. 19, 2015 Cheryl “Cheri” Frank, 67, of rural Wabash, died at 4 a.m., Monday, Jan. 19, 2015, at her home. She was born March 19, 1947, in Wabash, to Devon and Marcella (Haupert) Wilson. Cheri was a 1965 graduate of Northfield High School, and received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Cincinnati Bible College in 1968. She married Ralph Frank at the Bachelor Creek Church of Christ in Wabash on June 27, 1969. She was an agent and co-owner of Wabash Insurance Associates Inc. for 27 years. Cheri was a member of the Converse Church of Christ and a member of P.E.O. in Wabash. She had played the piano and organ at church and was a former choir director. She loved to sing, and sang in the choir as well as other choral groups. She also loved gospel music, and attended the North American Quartet Convention several years. Cheri had a passion for flowers, enjoyed flower gardening and landscaping, and also enjoyed making silk arrangements and donating them to several organizations. For the last three years she made more than 80 arrangements and donated them to the Gilead Ministries Banquet. She enjoyed fishing with her husband, Ralph, and her excitement of fishing was the anticipation of what she was about to catch. She also enjoyed watching and feeding wild birds. Cheri especially loved her sons and grandsons. She is survived by her husband, Ralph Frank of Wabash, two sons, Pete Frank of Wilmington, N.C., and Jason (Karen) Frank of Sevierville, Tenn.; two grandsons, Levi Frank and Calvin Frank of Sevierville; parents, Devon and Marcella Wilson of North Manchester; sister, Rebecca Wilson of Mishawaka, and brother, Brent (Eleanor) Wilson of Indianapolis. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 2015, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with John Clark officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 2-8 pm Thursday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Gilead Ministries. The memorial guest book for Cheryl may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

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At 6:21 a.m., a vehicle driven by Steven S. Naragon, 55, North Manchester, was driving east on SR 114 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. Jan. 20 At 12:39 p.m. a vehicle driven by Timothy D. Gable, 44, South Whitley, was heading east on CR 800 North when he disregarded a stop sign at the intersection of CR 800 North and CR 300 East. He then collided with a vehicle drive by Fred Jones, 63, North Manchester, that was heading north on CR 300 East. At 5:06 p.m., a vehicle driven by Anna J. Pohlman, 42, Peru, was driving east on CR 1200 and had stopped at the intersection of SR 13. She had pulled into the intersection and collided with a vehicle driven by Gregory S. Charles, 54, LaFontaine, at the intersection of CR 1200 South and SR 13. Jan. 22 At 7:42 a.m., a vehicle driven by Robin L. Shepherd, 54, North Manchester, was westbound on SR 114 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck.

Jan. 23 At 6:07 a.m., a vehicle driven by Jerry A. Singleton, 57, Wabash, was eastbound on U.S. 24 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. Citations Jan. 14 Seth T. Losher, 27, Fort Wayne, suspended infraction. Jan. 20 Denzil K. King, 29, Mentone, speeding, 70 in 55. Bookings Skyler Maple, 20, Wabash, felony possession of paraphernalia, possession of controlled substance, maintaining a common nuisance, and possession of syringe. Donald G. Stevens, 30, Marion, possession of controlled substance and dealing in controlled substance. Donavan W. Shidler, 23, Wabash, revocation of probation, burglary. Austin N. Rowe, 21, Wabash, two counts of sexual misconduct with a minor. Edward Branson, 56, Wabash, misdemeanor operating while intoxicated. Anthony D. Sledge,

Adelene L. Flenner, 86 Former Macy Resident Jan. 24, 1928 - Jan. 21, 2015 Adelene L. Flenner, 86, Peru, formerly of Macy, died at 8:23 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21. She was born Nov. 16, 1928 to Otto and Esther E. Erlenbaugh Scott. She married to Donald D. Flenner on Jan. 24, 1948; he preceded her in death. Survivors include four children, nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters. Funeral services were held at McClain Funeral Home on Saturday, Jan. 24, the date of Don and Adelene’s sixty-seventh anniversary. Burial followed in Greenlawn Cemetery in Mexico, Ind. Memorial contributions may be made to New Life United Methodist Church.

LaFontaine 32, Wabash, court order. Bruce E. McGuire, 29, North Manchester, court order. Tricia M. Clem, 30, Bunker Hill, felony revoke of probation on theft. Curtis E. Ohlwine, 49, Wabash, operating while intoxicated. Terry Bland, 67, rural Wabash , operating while intoxicated. Michael Sadler, 28, Wabash, felony operating while intoxicated, misdemeanor operating while intoxicated, and misdemeanor operating moving vehicle. Phillip E. Sadler, 57, Wabash, misdemeanor theft and misdemeanor peti-

tion to revoke probation for receiving stolen property. Wabash Police Department

Accidents Jan. 12 At 7:36 a.m., a vehicle driven by Tristyn B. Howell, 18, Wabash, collided with the back end of a vehicle driven by Tara K. Moles, 43, Bluffton, while both were pulling to a stop.

Jan. 13 At 3:26 p.m., a vehicle driven by Bethany N. Bennett, 21, Wabash, was driving east in an alley toward Miami Street when she tried to stop and began to slide, entering the

Linda Davenport, 63 March 4, 1951 – Jan. 20, 2015

Linda Jo Blue Davenport, 63, formerly of Rochester, died on Tuesday, Jan. 20 in Fargo, ND, due to complications from lung cancer. She was born in Miami County on March 4,1951 to the late Robert Lee and Marjorie Joan Polk Blue. She is survived by three children, two grandchildren, and one brother. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 27 at McClain Funeral Home in Denver, Ind. Burial followed in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Peru. Memorial contributions may be made to Rochester First Baptist Church.

Mary R. Bowen Former Cook at Peabody Jan. 1, 1929 – Jan. 20, 2015

Mary R. Bowen, 86, Warsaw, formerly of North Manchester, died at 4:05 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20. She was born Jan. 1, 1929 in Shamokin, Pa., to Marvin and Esther (Poticher) Beck. She is survived by one son, two daughters, five grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, and six greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers. Family and friends called Saturday, Jan. 24 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Graveside services were held Saturday, Jan. 24, at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester,

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intersection and colliding with a vehicle driven by James M. Stefanatos, 70, Wabash. She then fled the scene and was brought back. Bennett was then issued a summons in reference to prior driving while suspended.

Jan. 14 At 12:45 a.m., a vehicle driven by Zachary A. Butcher, 18, Wabash, was turning onto East Street from Walnut Street and slid due to ice and snow on the roadway, colliding with two legally

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Arthur Jay Winterholter, 64, of LaFontaine, passed away at 10:59 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015, at Marion General Hospital in Marion. Arrangements are pending with Glancy - H. Brown & Son Funeral Home in Warren.

Carol N. Porcenaluk Worked at Lance’s Grocery Store

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WEEKLY REPORTS parked cars. Jan. 15 At 2:02 p.m., a vehicle driven by Christy M. Swango, 44, Wabash, was exiting the Wabash Village Shopping Center in the 1300 block of North Cass Street when she was waiting on a southbound truck to pass as she was wanting to head south. Swango then pulled into the intersection and collided with a vehicle driven by Linda C.

Boatright, 50, Fernandina Beach, Fla. At 2:17 p.m., a vehicle driven by Tina M. Dillon, 48, Wabash, was heading north on Miami Street when she collided with a vehicle driven by Tiffani L. Wallace, 37, Peru. Wallace’s vehicle was then pushed into a vehicle driven by Jason P. Corn, 40, La Fontaine. Jan. 17 At 6:41 p.m., a vehi-

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cle driven by Richard L. Surface, 69, Claypool, was attempting to turn left into the Ponderosa parking lot and was trying to locate the entrance when he collided with a vehicle driven by Ryan D. Layman, 22, Wabash. Jan. 20 At 1:32 p.m., a vehicle driven by Sheila S. Stefanatos, 43, Somerset, was heading south on Wabash Street when she

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failed to yield to the red light and entered the intersection, colliding with a vehicle driven by Andrea L. Airgood, 25, Wabash. At 2:50 p.m., a vehicle driven by Tommy D. Creech, 71, Wabash, was pulling into Bechtol’s Grocery when he struck a vehicle driven by Juanita J. Leamon, 50, Wabash. At 4:14 p.m., a vehicle driven by Edward W. Branson, 56, Wabash, was exiting the Wells Fargo lot

Junior S. Jackson Railroad retiree

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Taylor University graduate Oct. 21, 1954-Jan. 20, 2015

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Carol Nicolette Porcenaluk, 52, of Urbana, passed away at 12:35 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015, at Parkview Wabash Hospital in Wabash. She was born to the late Walter Walchak and her beloved mother, Carol (Matlack) Walchak on Dec. 6, 1962 in Cleveland, Ohio. She worked at Lance’s Grocery Store in North Manchester. She was a member of Urbana Yoke Parrish of Urbana. Carol is survived by her companion, Donald Harney. She was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Robert Walchak. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Randy Myers officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date at St. Peters Cemetery in Urbana. Carol’s special request for all who attend her memorial service is to wear Purdue attire. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Sandra K. (Harris) Yencer, 60 of Liberty Center, passed away at 8:11 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Sandy was born on Oct. 21, 1954, in Bluffton to Claude L. and Ruba Jane (Garrett) Harris. On May 25, 2007, Sandy and Frank Yencer were married; he survives. Also surviving are four children, six grandchildren, a great-granddaughter, and three siblings. Preceding her in death were her parents and a brother. Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015, at the Liberty Center Baptist Church, with calling for one hour prior to the service. Calling will also take place from noon to 8 p.m. Friday at the Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton. Memorials may be made in her memory to the Bluffton Optimist Club or the Liberty Center Baptist Church through the funeral home.

Junior S. Jackson, 90, Silver Lake, died at 3 p.m. Jan. 19, 2015, at his home. He was born Oct. 29, 1924, to the late Smith and Goldie (Ramey) Jackson. He married Thelma Shepherd on July 8, 1950. She survives. Also surviving are a son, four daughters, a brother, 16 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Services were at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Visitation was Friday, Jan. 23, 2015. Memorials to the Wabash County Humane Society.

Probationary troopers assigned to Peru ISP post By The Paper staff PERU – Four of the recently graduated probationary troopers from the 74th Indiana State Police Academy class have been assigned to the Indiana State Police Peru Post. The four, , Matthew Moon, Kyle Miller and Corey Posey have started three months of field training with veteran officers from the post. Of the four, Rutledge will primarily patrol in Wabash County. A Frankfort native, Rutledge is a graduate of Frankfort High School and has a bachelor’s degree in sports and exercise studies from H u n t i n g t o n University.

The other three probationary troopers will patrol other counties within the district. Moon will patrol in Cass County, while Miller will patrol in Howard and Tipton counties and Posey will patrol in Grant County. While in the academy, the new officers received approximately 929 hours of training in law enforcement techniques including criminal law, vehicle operations training, psychology, and “Survival Spanish.” They also developed skills in criminal investigation, vehicle crash investigation, and impaired driver prevention and detection.

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and crashed into the passenger side of a vehicle driven by Chelsea S. McHaney, 24, Wabash. Branson continued driving and was located a few blocks away at the liquor store. He was arrested for operating while intoxicated.

Citations Jan. 9 Jose De Jesus Sandrez-Meldonado, 41, Wabash, no operator’s license when required. Brittany L. Stephens, 28, Wabash, theft. Christa M. Francis, 28, Wabash, expired plate.

Jan. 10 Colton C. Weber, 19, Wabash, minor consuming.

Jan. 11 Lisa A. Carpenter, 51, Wabash, false and fictitious registration and expired license plate. Matthew J. Marshall, 25, Wabash, strangulation, domestic battery, and interfering with reporting a crime. Steven D.

NRC approves limited river otter season By The Paper staff The Indiana Natural Resources Commission on Jan. 20 approved rules that include a limited river otter trapping season beginning this fall. By the early 1900s, the loss of habitat and unregulated trapping led to a declining population of river otters, prompting the then Department of Conservation to ban the taking of river otters in 1921. It is believed the species was gone from the state by the 1940s. The DNR began reintroducing otters to state waterways in 1995. Over a five-year period, 303 river otters were captured in Louisiana and released in northern and southern Indiana. Otters were released in the Eel River in Wabash County and in Salamonie Lake in Huntington County, according to a DNR map. Also, otters were released at Etna

Green in Kosciusko County. Their populations increased enough through natural reproduction that river otters were removed from the state endangered species list in 2005. Presently, river otters have expanded their range to include over 80 percent of Indiana’s counties and their numbers continue to increase. The new rules followed DNR recommendations to allow river otter trapping in 66 counties that are within watersheds where river otters were released during the 1990s. Trappers will not be allowed to take river otters in 26 central Indiana counties where river otters were not reintroduced and where otters have not become established. In addition to the county restrictions, a licensed trapper can take no more than two otters per season with a statewide quota of 600 otters.

The trapping season will be Nov. 15 to March 15, unless the statewide quota is reached sooner. The proposed trapping season will not adversely affect the river otter population. Currently, regulated trapping is used to manage river otters in at least 33 states, many of which reintroduced river otter. The conservative bag limit and statewide quota are designed to allow otters the opportunity to continue to expand their range and population densities in central I n d i a n a . The rules also allow for the sale of hides from legally taken river otters and squirr e l s . The rules still need approval from the Attorney General’s Office and Governor’s office before taking effect. Details will be included in the 201516 Indiana Hunting & Trapping Guide that will be available in August.

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Dransfield, 37, Wabash, failing to appear for burglary and theft. Daniel J. Vincent, 31, Noblesville, no financial responsibility. Jan. 12 Jennifer L. Walters, 32, Wabash, dog at large. Tristen B. Howell, 18, Wabash, expired plate. Jan. 13 Bethany N. Bennett, 21, Wabash, driving while intoxicated priors. Jan. 14 Austin L. Fairchild, 21, Silver Lake, learner’s permit violation. James E. Lawson Jr., 33, Wabash, petition to revoke probation for criminal trespassing. Brady M. Black, 34, Warsaw, revoke of probation for educational negligence. Todd A. Slagal, 45, operating while intoxicated and operating a moving vehicle with a .15 blood alcohol content.

Newman, quitclaim deed. Steve Couse to Ora E. Wilson Jr., quitclaim deed. Housing and Urban Development to Paul and Elizabeth Little, warranty deed. Lea A. Royer to HSBC Mortgage Service Inc., deed. Lynn Blocher to Lynn A. and Wendy S. Blocher, quitclaim deed. Sheriff Wabash County Robert Land to Robert J. and Kristi D. Lundquist, sheriff ’s deed. James W. and Sandra L. Grossnickle to Bob Bechtold LLC and Bechtold, Bob LLC, warranty deed. Edward E. and Opal J. McColley to Cody S. Chamberlain, trust deed. Freeland Realty LLC to Realty Income Properties 27 L, warranty deed. A. Ferne, Ferne S.,

and A. Fern Baldwin to Andrew and Allison Sampson, quitclaim deed. Andrew and Allison Sampson to Steve C. and Linda M. Kitch, warranty deed. Kyle D. Curless to Stacy D. Curless, quitclaim deed. Richard P. and Colleen Purdy to Kristine D., Daniel S., and Jeffrey L. Purdy, quitclaim deed. Robert J. and Kristi D. Lundquist to Hugh J. Pennington, quitclaim deed. R J Murphy Inc. to Manchester Weld and Fab LLC, corporate deed. P. Christine Huffman to Howard and Carol Jones, warranty deed.

Kyle R. France, 30, and Tiffanie A. Case, 32. Jamie L. Gillum, 34, and Michelle M. Harrison, 32. Branden T. Beeks, 28, and Destiny L. Vanhoose, 26.

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Brian K. Strickler, 36, and Brittany A. Frazier, 28.

Building Permits The following received a building permit from Wabash County Plan Commission: Leah Hines, remodel. HAK Enterprises, renovation to kitchen. Ford Hawkins, shed. Wal-Mart, remodel. Lynn Knight, garage and room addition.

Accidents

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Jan. 16 At 3:55 p.m., a vehicle driven by Matthew R. McDaniel, 18, Laketon, struck a vehicle owned by Shannon L. Carter, 40, North Manchester, in the 1100 block of North Market Street.

Cases Jan. 17 At 12:20 a.m., minor consuming report taken in the 200 block of West 4th Street. Jan. 21 At 9:16 a.m., criminal mischief report taken in the 100 block of South Elm Street. At 3 p.m., theft

Citations Jan. 20 Harley R. Hecht, 22, Rochester, cited for

report taken in the 1100 block of North Market Street. At 6:15 p.m., battery report taken in the 300 block of South 1st Street. At 6:29 p.m., battery report taken in the 400 block of North Market Street. At 8:31 p.m., criminal mischief report taken in the 200 block of East Main Street.

Crash leaves 2 injured By The Paper staff Two men were injured, one critically, in a one-vehicle accident at 5:53 a.m. T u e s d a y . The accident took place on County Road 550 N, east of CR 700 W. A preliminary investigation by the Wabash County S h e r i f f ’ s

Department shows that a 2000 GMC van driven by Robert O. Lynn, 48, Roann, was westbound on CR 550 N when he lost control on an ice covered road. The vehicle left the road, struck a tree on the south side of the road and came to rest on its side. A passenger in the vehicle, Derek R.

Perkins, 27, LaFontaine, suffered severe head trauma and was transported to Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne where he was undergoing surgery. Lynn complained of back pain and was taken to Wabash County Hospital.

Jan. 16 Skyler J. Maples, 20, Wabash, maintaining a common nuisance and possession of controlled substance. Jan. 20 Edward W. Branson, 56, Wabash, failure of duty, operating while intoxicated, and operating while intoxicated with 15 percent blood alcohol content or above. Jan. 21 Curtis E. Ohlwine, 49, Wabash, operating while intoxicated with 15 percent blood alcohol content or above. Jan. 23 Phillip Sadler Sr., 57, Wabash, theft and petition to revoke probation for receiving stolen property. Michael S. Sadler, 28, Wabash, operating while intoxicated, operating moving vehicle with .08 blood alcohol content, and prior driving while intoxicated. Land Transfers

Correction: Robert and Florence Music to Teresa Ann

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HUNTINGTON 2808 Theater Ave., Suite B 260-356-2220

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THE ROANN LIONS Club met Jan 8 at the Roann Town Hall. President Keith Ford called the meeting to order, and the members recited the Pledge of Allegiance

to the flag. Vonell Krom gave a report on the products needed to repair the log cabin logs. This will be discussed at a later meeting in the year. Donna Harman had given Keith the date for the Roann Covered Bridge Festival fundraiser of the Richvalley tenderloin meal. It will be from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 18. The Senior Citizens Valentine Banquet will take place on Feb. 21 at the Roann Methodist Church. Vonell, Donna and Keith will handle the arrangements and getting

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supplies, and arranging entertainment for the banquet. It had been discussed in a past meeting to appoint a person in charge of the pulling track from the Lions Club. Russell Krom nominated Rick Morris and Dewayne Krom seconded the motion. The motion was passed 6-0. Anyone using the track needs to contact Rick and abide by the rules, which were written in June of 2014. The club will reevaluate the success of this after one year. It was also established that the Lions Club

needed to set up a separate account to handle income from the use of the tractorpulling field. All income will be received to the Lions Club and then reimbursed as needed. Rick Morris will handle this checkbook. Those present were: Keith Ford, Don Everest, Denny Dyson, Dewayne Krom, Russell Krom, and Vonell Krom. The next meeting will be Feb. 5. THE PERRY DORITE Home Extension Club and one guest braved the cold weather and met at the Main Street Methodist Church in Peru for its January meeting. Cindy Richardson and Judy Satrom were the hostesses. The meeting was opened by all reciting the pledges to the flags. President Tami Keaffaber was in charge of the meeting. Devotions were given by Bobette

Miller, entitled, “Helping Hand” and “God’s Colored Seasons.” Members are to furnish a cobbler for the Parenting Class on Feb.10. Members are also to have their decorated tissue boxes brought to the next meeting. A committee was named to have a slate of officers ready for the next meeting. For her lesson on citizenship, Liz Flaherty told of the opening of a time capsule and its contents. Adrian Hansford explained how to make dog tags for her resource management lesson. THE ROANN M E T H O D I S T WOMEN met at the home of Kathie Grandstaff. New President Gina Cussen conducted the meeting. Nancy Cussen gave the lesson for the evening. It was the story of Epiphany, which is “Three Kings Day” in the Christian church

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year. It marks the 12day journey of the three wise men to visit the baby, Jesus. In celebration of Epiphany, the refreshments for the evening were King’s Cakes; with each serving decorated with a small Christian cross. It was discussed that the annual chicken noodle dinner has been set for March 14, at the church. The event will again be hosted in the Church Fellowship Hall. The Roann High School Alumni Banquet will take place April 24, at the church. Kathie Grandstaff, Sally Robbins, and Colleen Hollenback will plan the event. ROANN FOOD PANTRY NEWS: The holidays may be over, but the need continues. Donations are always welcomed at the pantry. The pantry is open to Roann area residents from 2-4 p.m. Wednesdays, located at the Roann

Town Hall. Donations of canned dry goods are always appreciated. Thanks to the volunteers who give of their time to work at the pantry, we appreciate you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY this week to Mike Coffman, Shelly Myers, Matthew Montel, Addison Sorg, Aaron Bussard, Jena Kerr, Michele Pell, Adam Rolland Lynn, Vicki Hawkins, Lynn Musselman, Mary Donaldson, Christina Lewis, Nathan A. Van Duyne, Jill Vigar, and Levi Jaxson Fairchild. ROANN NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at roannhappenings@ya hoo.com, or you may call me at the phone number listed. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s issue of the paper is Tuesday at noon. It would be best to submit timely news items two weeks in advance.

Severe weather spotters class planned By The Paper staff A severe weather spotter’s class will take place from 6:30-9 p.m. Feb. 3 at Peru High School. Those interested in attending should contact the Wabash County Emergency Management Agency 260-563-3181 or 866288-3881 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Those calling after hours may leave

a message at Ext. 402. Email registrations will be accepted at wabashcountyema@wabashcounty.i n.gov or online at M i a m i - i n spotter.eventzilla.net. Those registering should leave their name, address, telephone numbers or email address. The class is part of the Preparedness Outreach Programs of Wabash County

EMA and the National Weather Service of Northern Indiana. The class is open to those 10 years of age and over. Spotters play an important role in reporting weather to local authorities and the weather service, EMA Director Keith Walters said. The EMA deploys professionally trained spotters during severe

weather events and also receives calls from trained citizens that can be relayed to the weather service from the Emergency Operations Center. Early reports assist the weather service in issuing timely warnings to the general public in Wabash County, Walters said.

South Pleasant UMC plans Valentine’s dinner, dance By The Paper staff South Pleasant United Methodist Church will host its 5th Annual Valentine’s Dinner

and Ballroom Dance on Feb. 7 at the church. Fellowship time starts at 5 p.m., dinner begins at 6 p.m.

and the dance will follow. For ticket information or for reservations, call 260-5781486 by Feb. 3.

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Laketon American Legion Auxiliary hosts dinner Article provided LAKETON – The Laketon American Legion Auxiliary Unit No.402 brought in 2015 with a lunch of corn beef and cabbage and more, and an afternoon of cards for members to enjoy. Three families were remembered before Christmas with food and toys for the children through the generosity of several members of the Legion and Auxiliary family. Thank you to all who contributed. On Feb. 6 the Auxiliary will have a liver and onions dinner. Chicken also will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. A rummage sale is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 13 and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 14. Donations will be accepted or booth space is available. Call President Chris Haecker, 260-9824092, for more details. Members are reminded of meetings at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month. On Feb. 3 members will select the 2015 Hoosier Girls State delegates from the Manchester High School junior class. A program sponsored annually by the Auxiliary for 74 years now takes place on the Trine University campus in Angola. During the program, delegates spend one week on campus living and learning the political system of Indiana government, with more than 600 girls from high schools throughout Indiana attending. The program educates the young women on the duties, privileges, rights and responsibilities of citizenship.

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gave Building Commissioner John Stephens the OK to proceed with the demolition of a home at 7 Elmwood Drive. On Jan. 21, the Wabash Board of Public Works and Safety ordered Stephens to send the estate of the late owner, Jo Jinks Dietzer, notification that work on demolishing the home would begin in at least 10 days, which is required by statute. The board has discussed the home since at least mid-October. In December, it ordered that bids be accepted to demolish the home following an unsafe building hearing. However, at the board’s second meeting in December, the late homeowner’s daughter, Louise Dietzer Young, appeared, saying she had not received notification of the hearing.

At the Jan. 7 meeting, the estate’s attorney, Kristina Lynn, asked for more time to allow Dietzer Young to try to get the funds to restore the home. Stephens told the board several times, including at the unsafe building hearing in early December, that the home has a hole in the roof, floors are rotting out, the basement is filled with water and that there is mold in the home. On Jan. 21, Stephens told the board that asbestos tests of the home and tests of the standing water in the basement came back negative. In other words, the city can pump out the water and run it through the Wastewater Treatment Plant. “With your approval, I’ll send the 10-day notice and I’ll be working with Rick (Price, interim Wastewater

Treatment Plant superintendent) to get the water out,” he said. “There’s an outside access to the basement, and hopefully we can get in and get the water like that.” City Attorney Doug Lehman told the board that in talks with Lynn’s office, there was little to report on Dietzer Young’s plans. Lynn’s husband was injured in a traffic accident on Jan. 20 and she was unable to attend the meeting. “I talked with Rick this morning and suggested that he contact Kristina and make arrangements to go out and get (the water) pumped out before the end of that 10-day notice, if the weather is still good,” Lehman said. “If Kristina’s client all of a sudden decides she’s going to

do something with it, pumping it out will only help her.” Board member Greg Metz asked why the city would need permission to pump the water out, since the city issued the order to demolish the structure. “Just out of an abundance of caution,” Lehman said. “If we say we’re not going to demolish for 10 days, that could imply we’re not going to be on the property for 10 days. It just doesn’t hurt to get permission if we can. “If we don’t, we may still go out and do it anyway. But we might as well try to go out and get permission. In another matter, Street Department Superintendent Scott Richardson introduced Tony Bowman, the department’s newest employee. He replaced

Tim Ward who retired in December. Bowman began working on Jan. 20, and will work as a mechanic in the department. The former mechanic, Nate Bever, asked if he could return to just being a general laborer, Richardson said. “So Tony’s going to work himself into the shop and take over,” he continued. “He’s worked down at Kirtlan (Automotive) and has a lot of experience.” Mayor Robert Vanlandingham noted that with the move, the department would have two mechanics on staff if needed. “When Tony goes on vacation, Nate will step and fill in so we’re not without one,” Richardson added. “So that will work out great.”

Resident complains about snow removal By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com A Liberty Township resident complained to Wabash County Commissioners on Jan. 20 about what he perceives to be a problem with snow removal by the Wabash County Highway Department. The resident, Dwight Walls, told commissioners that the problem began last January, and continued again this winter. “I’ve been out there for 25 years,” he said. “I’ve never had a problem with snow removal, you’ve kept it clear, up until last year. Last year, this driver, whoever he is, comes down that road 30 or 40 mph, throwing snow everywhere. My driveway is 90-feet long, and it’s thrown up on my driveway 45 feet.” His mailbox, he said, survived 25 winters, but was knocked down last year. “I’m thinking it’s just an old box, I’ll get a new one,” Walls continued, noting he installed a new mailbox. “The next day … he breaks my post off at the ground. He doesn’t hit it with the blade. But he’s going so fast down the road, the thrust of the snow is breaking my mailbox post.” He said he chased down the driver and had a conversation with him. “The impression I got from him is, ‘so what? I’ve got this big drive. I’ve got so much

to cover I’ve got to do it so fast to get it all done.” He said he propped the mailbox up, only to have the driver knock it down again the next day. The same thing happened a few days later. “It’s because he’s going too fast,” Walls said. The problem stopped once the weather changed, only to resume last week when the county received a heavy snow. Walls said while he was out removing snow and ice from his driveway, the driver in question came down the road, traveling 30 or 40 mph. “How he gets that speed up, I don’t know,” Walls said. “He throws a wave of snow over my head, 30 feet in the air. He pelts me with chunks of ice from the road; he hits me in the face so hard that he knocks my glasses off with a chunk of ice. “This guy needs to be moved so he can knock down someone else’s mailbox. Something needs to be done.” Commissioner Scott Givens said that his father, who lives on a state highway, lost five mailboxes last year during the winter. “Thirty-five, 45 miles an hour is not that fast,” he continued. “We have to get the snow off the road in case it happens again. If we sat their and went 20 or 25 miles an hour, number one, we

would never get the roads done, and two, it would pile up so high, the snow would have no place to go. “I’ve plowed snow before, and you’ve got to be going that fast to get the snow off.” Martin said most of the drivers go about 30 or 35 mph. Walls said he understands running quickly in areas where there are no homes. “But why go so fast in front of my house and knock over my mailbox,” he asked. He said it may seem like a minor problem to commissioners, “but it’s a big problem to me.” “I want something done so that this guy doesn’t keep knocking my mailbox off.” Commissioners said they would speak to Martin about the situation, but didn’t think any disciplinary action would be taken against the driver. “I know the driver personally, and I don’t think he would have pelted snow on you intentionally,” Givens said. “We’re going to talk about it with Mr. Martin, but I’m not going to say we’re going to do anything. We lose mailboxes all over the county.” Commissioner President Brian Haupert said, “When it’s a heavy, wet snow, it’s usually when it occurs.” Martin declined to comment about Walls’ remarks to The Paper of Wabash County.

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Southwood girls fall to No.10 Tipp Valley By Gary Andrews It was a rough night for the Southwood Lady Knights as they played host to Class 3A, No. 10-ranked Tippecanoe Valley on Saturday, falling to the Vikings 71-42. Valley would set the tempo for the night right from the tip, jumping out to a 16-0 lead before a Katie Stouffer bucket at the 2:44 mark. The Stouffer bucket would ignite a 7-0 run for the Knights as Kassidy Atwood hit followed by a Haley Heath three to make it 16-7. Valley would get the last bucket of the quarter and led Southwood 18-7 after one. Valley built its lead to 23-7 to start the second when Makenna Dawes hit, but the Vikings traded the Knights two buckets for one twice and led 32-13. Haley Heath would hit a free throw, followed by two Brooke Elliott free throws as a Valley bucket ended the quarter with the Vikings leading 34-16. The two teams would trade points to start the third quarter and with the score at 39-23 Valley would go

on a 7-0 run to open a 46-23 lead. Katie Stouffer would stop the run with two free throws, but again Valley would answer with two buckets. Stouffer and Heath would each score one more bucket each in the quarter as Valley led 57-31 with a quarter to go. Brooke Elliott would make some noise in the fourth, scoring 10 points in the quarter as Southwood cut the lead under 20 before the Vikings ended the night on an 8-1 run for the 71-42 final. Valley would shoot 52 percent for the night and 8 for 11 from behind the arch. Elliott led the Lady Knights in scoring with 19 points while adding 3 rebounds. Stouffer chipped in with 12 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists while blocking a shot. Other scoring included 6 points from Heath, 2 each from Makenna Dawes and Kassidy Atwood and 1 point from Grace Whitham. Heath added 7 rebounds 3 assists and 2 steals while Atwood notched 3 steals. The Lady Knights’

Brooke Elliott going up for two of her 19 points on Saturday against Tippecanoe Valley. Photo by Gary Andrews JV team fell to Valley rebounds, and 1 rebounds, 1 assist, 24-39. assist. Also contribut- and 1 steal; Lorynn Leading Southwood ing for the Lady Hunt 6 points; and was Ashley Parson Knights were Ellie Taylor Heath 1 point, with 10 points, 2 White 7 points, 6 and 3 rebounds.

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Wabash County high school sports on Wabash WebTV By Bill Barrows There is a lighter early and mid week schedule for high school basketball this week. On Tuesday evening, Wabash hosts Bluffton in boy’s action. On the girl’s side, Manchester hosts Triton and the Lady Knights of Southwood host Southern Wells. Also on Tuesday evening, Tammy Ford and Rick Harness will bring you all of the action of high school swimming as Wabash hosts Manchester from the Wabash County YMCA on Wabash WebTV. Airtime will be just before 5:30 p.m. On Wednesday evening, the Lady Apaches of Wabash travel to Peru for a nonconference basketball game. Then on Friday evening, its boy’s action as Northfield hosts Rochester, North Miami travels to Southwood and Wabash hosts Whitko. Rick and Tim Harness will be at Manchester to broadcast the game between Tippecanoe Valley and the Squires. Airtime will be about 7:45pm. The girls have the reciprocal schedule on Saturday night. The Lady Squires travel to Tippecanoe Valley, Wabash will be at Whitko, the Lady Norse will travel to Rochester and the Lady Knights travel to North Miami. All of those are TRC games. On the boy’s docket, Northfield travels to Huntington North and Manchester hosts Tri-Central in non-conference play. Join Wabash WebTV for exciting action of Indiana High School basketball every week and on select dates for swimming, wrestling and baseball in season. The Wabash WebTV basketball schedule will be published in The Paper of Wabash County as well as on Wabash WebTV. If you are at a game or cannot watch it live, an archive of the featured game is available on the website shortly after the completion of the games.

fall to Wabash, Whitko Northfield split

By Gary Andrews ROCHESTER — The TRC wrestling meet was held Saturday at Rochester with all four county schools participating. Rochester won the meet with 272 points. Northfield was fourth, Southwood fifth, Manchester sixth and Wabash seventh. The county had just one champion, Clayton Moore of Manchester at 138 pounds. Placing for Northfield were: Second place: Drew Clark and Kade Kennedy Third place: Drake Heitz Fourth place: Logan Carey Fifth place: Jensen Frieden , Josh Smalley, Zac Pennington, Jeremy Okuly Sixth place: Bailey Thurman, A.J. Hunt, Layne Evans, Heath

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Clayton Moore takes an opponent down for a pin at the Three Rivers Conference wrestling tourney on Saturday. Photo by Gary Andrews Lambert Seventh place: Chris Orpurt Placing for Southwood were: Third Place: Chris Adams and Dylin Porter Fourth Place: Adam Denney Fifth Place: Phillip Klinger, Matthew Campbell, Dustin Curless, and Logan Louck. Also wrestling

were: Cavin Beavers, Alex Shininger, Chad Elliott, and Asher Teague. Placing for Manchester were First place: Clayton Moore. Third place: Jared Gable.Fourth place: Trey Addair, Ryan Kendall, Taylor Cook, Trey McNall, Landon Tharp. Fifth place: Collin Meggisson.

Placing for Wabash were: Second place: Skyler Hall Third place: Noah Cressell and Dayon Waldron, Fourth place: Adam Strickler and Austin Hiatt. Fifth place: Tyler Walters. Sixth place: Derek Wilcox and Zach Buckley.

The Northfield Lady Norse varsity girls’ basketball team lost to Whitko Saturday 37-28. The Lady Norse opened the game playing very well, as they built an eight-point lead. Whitko responded in the second half, switching to a 1-3-1 zone that stymied the Norse. Payton Thomson led the way with 13 points, and Jacklyn Peas added 7.

basketball games By Gary Andrews The Northfield and Wabash junior high girls basketball teams split a pair of games Thursday with Wabash winning the seventh grade game 23-15, and Northfield winning the eigth grade game 39-16. Wabash seventh grade received scoring from Carmen Higdon 16; Maya Benysh 3, and Delaney Truman and Ally Hensley with 2 each.

Northfield seventh grade received scoring from Madison Clark 7, and Madison Shrider with 6. Scoring for Northfield’s eighth grade were Ariel Dale with 11, Kelcie Thomson 10 and Ally Keaffaber with 8. Scoring for Wabash’s eighth grade were Abby Vinopal with 7, Kaylee Graf 3, and Amber Province, Tabby Wagner and Brandi Sprague with 2 each.

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The Wabash boys basketball team had an 11 point lead at the half Friday against North Miami before a third quarter rally by the Warriors gave North Miami an early fourth quarter lead. However, the Apaches regrouped and fought back for a 46-41 win. North Miami would get off to a good start, jumping out to a 7-1 lead on buckets from Kevin Huffman and Dakota Ribble before the Taylor Vigar show began. Down 7-1 Vigar would score seven straight points to give Wabash an 8-7 lead before buckets from Ribble and Jacob Stiver put the Warriors back on top 11-8. Travis Easthom would score the final bucket of the quarter as North Miami led 11-10. Vigar and Stiver

would trade buckets to start the second as the Warriors led 14-12 when the Apaches reeled off six straight. Marcus Jones would start the run with Brodie Hough and Vigar scoring. At 20-17 Tyler Hough would hit a free throw, followed by two Vigar buckets and a free throw to give Wabash a 26-17 halftime lead. Vigar had 17 points in the half. North Miami would knot the score at 30 after three. The Warriors scored on buckets from Jeff Eckrote and Stiver to start the quarter before a Juwan Carter bucket made it 28-21. A 6-0 run by North Miami would cut the lead to 28-27 when Ribble, Shane Holden and Huffman hit. Tyler Hough would connect to give Wabash a 30-27 lead with just seconds to go when Stiver

Squires top Churubusco in overtime By Gary Andrews It took an extra period, but the Manchester boy’s basketball team remained on a roll Saturday, defeating a very good Churubusco team 65-57 in overtime. In a fast-paced first quarter the Squires trailed 18-17 at the end of one. Mnchester connected behind the arch three times in the quarter, one each from David McAtee, Koehl Fluke and Chainey Zolman. Zolman had seven points in the quarter. Churubusco would extend its lead in the second, winning the quarter 9-7 to lead 27-24 at the half. The Squires got buckets from Zolman, Keelan Norwood and Kane Gable, plus a free throw from Chase Fierstos in his first game back from his injury.

Things looked even worse for the Squires in the third as ‘Busco won the quarter 18-14 to extend its lead to 4538 with a quarter to go, but the Squires would respond, making a comeback in the fourth to tie the score at 50 and send it to overtime. The overtime belonged to Manchester, as the Squires out scored ‘Busco 15-7 for the 65-57 win. L e a d i n g Manchester was Zolman with 25 points. Fluke added 10, McAtee 9, Sewell 6, Cameron Brandenburg 6, Chase Fierstos 5, Norwood 2, Gable 2. Manchester won the junior varsity game 50-33. Leading the Squires was Bailey Ness with 13 points. Gable added 12, Jake Schannep 8, Adam Byers 8, Heath Dierks 6, Braxtin Wilson 3.

banked home a three at the buzzer to knot the score at 30 with a quarter to go. North Miami would grab the lead early in the fourth on three Dakota Ribble buckets for a 36-32 lead before an Owen Yeadon three and two Vigar buckets gave Wabash the lead back 38-36. After Ribble tied the game Brodie Hough hit a free throw with 2:09 left and was followed by a bucket from Vigar at 1:33 to give the Apaches a 41-38 lead. The Warriors would foul with Wabash missing both free throws, but a Juwan Carter rebound gave the Apaches the ball again. Wabash would then get buckets from Jones and Carter to take a 45-39 lead. A Ribble bucket with 14.2 left made it 45-41 with Owen Yeadon hitting a free throw for the 46-41 final. Taylor Vigar led

the way for the Apaches with 22 points. Marcus Jones added 6, Tyler Hough 5, Juwan Carter 4, Owen Yeadon 4, Brodie Hough 3, Travis Easthom 2. Leading North Miami was Dakota Ribble with 16 points. Jacob Stiver added 12, Kevin Huffman 8, Shane Holden 2, Jeff Eckrote 2, Cletus Yoder 1. Wabash won the junior varsity contest 43-26. Leading Wabash was Matt Jones with 10 points. Kory Fuller added 8, Justin Beauchamp 6, Kaleb Kelsheimer 6, Luke Mattern 2, Austin Vinopal 2, Levi Robinson 1, Cal Stone 1. Leading North Miami was Connor Hanaway with 9 points. Zane Briggs added 7, Patrick Masters 4, Alex Kuhn 3, Caleb Gipson 3.

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Taylor Vigar scores two of his game high 22 points on Friday against North Miami. Photo by Gary Andrews

Manchester girls fall to Rochester By Gary Andrews The Manchester girls’ basketball team fell to Rochester 47-24 Saturday. The Lady Squires trailed just 12-8 after the first stop and

hung with the Zebras in the second, being out scored just 13-12 for a 25-20 halftime deficit. Manchester could muster just two buckets in the second half as the Zebras went on

to the 47-24 final. L e a d i n g Manchester was Drew Thompson with 10 points. Brooklyn Howard, Rae Bedke and Cierra Carter added 4 points each. Celina Carter had 2

points. The Manchester junior varsity defeated Rochester 44-42 in overtime. Elizabeth Anguilm hit a free throw with one-second left to force the OT. Sydney Day made

a pass to Erika Kendall who hit a layup with five seconds remaining for the win. Bethany Collett led Manchester with 25 points.

Norse boys fall to Jeff By Gary Andrews The Northfield varsity boys’ basketball team lost a tough game to Lafayette Jefferson on Saturday night, 79-57. Tanner Wilcox led the Norse with 15 points and 6 rebounds. Heath Miller had 12 points and 5 rebounds. Noah Shear added 11 points and 5 assists.

Northfield trailed 43-27 at the half before losing the second half by just 6 points. Noah Shear- 11 points, 5 assists, 2 steals; Cody Holmes- 4 points, 4 rebounds; Tanner Wilcox- 15 points, 6 rebounds; Adam Roser- 5 points, 1 assist; Heath Miller12 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals;

Jarred Short- 1 point, 5 rebounds; Austin Burns- 4 points, 3 rebounds; Jake Schuler- 1 rebound; Austin Trump3 points, 1 steal; Jacob Watkins- 1 rebound; Matt Coe- 2 points. The Northfield boys’ junior team lost to a very good Lafayette Jefferson team Saturday night 70-51. Jacob Watkins

Knights fall at Valley By Gary Andrews The Southwood boys’ varsity basketball team played at Tippecanoe Valley Friday night. Valley got the TRC win 76-49 and sole possession of first place. Southwood falls to second place at 3-1. Southwood plays North Miami on Friday in TRC

action. Alex Harmon led Southwood with 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 blocks. Also contributing were Noah Kirk 11 points; Robbie Cole 9 points, 5 rebounds, 2 steals, and Carson Blair 8 points, 2 assists.

led the Norse with 11 points and 5 boards. Matt Coe added 10 points. Austin Trump and John Schuler added 7 and 6 points, respectively. Cody Holmes- 6 points, 8 rebounds; Austin Trump7 points, 1 rebound, 1 steal; Matt Coe- 10 points, 1 assist; Ryan Driscoll- 2 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists;

Jacob Watkins- 11 points, 5 rebounds, 2 blocks; Kyle Reed- 4 points, 6 assists, 2 rebounds; John Schuler- 6 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists; Joe Halderman- 3 points, 2 rebounds; Caleb Kroh- 2 points, 2 rebounds, 2 steals; Jared Vigar1 rebound, 1 steal

Wabash girls win ninth straight By Gary Andrews The Wabash Lady Apaches won their ninth straight game Saturday, putting eight players in the scoring column in a 5224 win over North Miami. Four of the eight Wabash girls scored in double figures. The Lady Apaches jumped out to a 12-0 lead and never looked back, out

scoring North Miami 17-7 in the first and 16-7 in the second to lead 33-14 at the half. Wabash would win the second half 19-10. Claire Cromer led Wabash with 11 points. Madison Barden, Sarah Ritter and Sydni Mullett added 10 points each. Katie McCauley had 7, Kristin Cromer 2, Sarah Puckett 1.

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Thursday Night Blues features Beki Brindle Band as series-starting performance By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com On Jan. 22, the Beki Brindle Band took to the stage at the Eagles Theatre as the first of four performers in the Thursday Night Blues series lineup. Since she was discovered at Indiana University, Hoosierborn lead singer Beki Brindle has performed internationally, sharing the stage with members of U2, Joe Lewis Walker, and Johnny Mars. In 2014, she was honored with induction into the New York Blues Hall of Fame. Before she began her first song of the evening, Brindle welcomed the audience to enjoy her music and dance if they want to, because she was “pretty sure that’s not illegal.” Blues lover Mimi Snyder made the

most of her front row seat and took up the singer’s invitation, grooving to Brindle’s beats to her heart’s content. Synder said it was worth seeing the show Thursday night, even though it was a work night. “I’ve been to a couple of the series performance before and I like it [at the Eagles Theatre]. It’s a nice, intimate venue,” she said. “I’m loving the band. I just recently heard [Beki Brindle’s] music on YouTube. Somebody mentioned to me that she lives close here and she knew she was playing, so I YouTube’d her and was like, ‘Oh I love it! I’m going to go see it.’” Snyder wasn’t the only dancer in the audience that night. Third grader Haylie danced with her father, Art Wischman, and other

The Thursday Night Blues Series presented The Beki Brindle Band as part one of four concerts in the musical lineup. Lead singer Beki Brindle welcomed audience members to enjoy the music and get up and dance, because she was “pretty sure that’s not illegal.” (Photo by Emma Rausch) front row members as the band played. Wischman said he and his daughter are no strangers to the Thursday Night Blues series and have been fans of the blues for a long time, even venturing to other cities to enjoy various

performances. “We love the blues,” he said. “We’re going to be at the entire series. We came out last year and saw the Boscoe France Band. We’re really looking forward to the rest of the concerts.” On Feb. 12, the Nick

Harless Band will play at the Eagles for round two of the blues series. Tickets are now available for purchase for $12 in advance or $15 day of the show.

Lead singer Beki Brindle announced at the show Jan. 22 that she will be signing a new record label in England within the next few months. After her discovery at Indiana University, Brindle became an international blues hit, sharing the stage with members of U2 and Johnny Mars. (Photo by Emma Rausch)

Brian Regan returns in February for third Honeywell performance By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com

On Feb. 13, comedian Brian Regan returns for his third visit to Wabash’s Honeywell Center’s stage to entertain friends and family with his nationally acclaimed stand-up. Throughout his career, Regan has made 27 appearances on “The Late Show with David Letterman,” has been featured on Jerry Seinfeld’s web series “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee,” made his film debut this past December as an engineer in the Chris Rock comedy “Top 5,” and was nominated for 2014 American Comedy Award for Best Concert Comic. Touring nonstop since 2005, Regan’s stand-up takes him to nearly 100 cities in the U.S. and Canada per year. However, through the steady lineup of gigs, Regan never stops creating new jokes to crack on the next stage, eventually resulting in an entirely new show after about two years.

“From night to night to night, I’m always working on new material,” he said in a telephone interview. “When you add something new, something

that you’ve been doing a while just falls by the waste side. I’m always more excited about the new stuff. Over a year and a half, you have a new

show, but it’s a gradual turn around.” Entertaining cities both big and small, the comedian jokes about daily-life, relating to audiences

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Tri Kappa to host Winter Wonderland Ball, Auction By The Paper staff The ninth annual “Winter Wonderland Ball and Dessert Auction” will take place Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Wabash County REMC Building, 350 Wedcor Drive. All proceeds from the dance go toward scholarships for a senior from Northfield, Southwood and Wabash high schools. The dinner dance will start at 6 p.m. and end at 11 p.m. The semi-formal evening will consist of a dinner catered by Scott Wysong, danc-

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VIEWPOINT

FAFSA deadline should not be missed As each day passes, high school seniors around Wabash County are closing in a date they have long

dreamed about: graduation. But between now and the day they walk across the stage to

receive their diplomas, there are many other important days they face. Prom, senior banquet and finals

are just a few of those days. One of the most important days is just weeks away: March 10. That is the day the

Farewell Wabash

by Eric Stearley eric@thepaperofwabash.com On Sept. 9, 2013, I walked into the newsroom to begin my job as editor. Now, a year and a half later, I write my final article for The Paper of Wabash County. On Wednesday at 6 a.m., I will board a plane bound for Costa Rica, where I will begin a new and very different chapter of my life. Needless to say, I’m excited: excited to be reunited with my wife, Mary, who has been away for two months; excited to experience a new place; and definitely excited for the warm weather. But stronger than the feelings of excitement, I’m struck with an immense feeling of gratitude. To our readers – Thank you for loyalty. Whether you’re a per-

son who scans The Paper or one who reads it front to back, your continued engagement in the content we provide ensures that the county’s is full of informed and educated citizens. Thank you for your feedback, encouragement, and occasional clarification, all of which serve to improve our publication. Thank you for opening your lives, businesses, organizations, and often your homes, to me. Without a willing public, many of my most important stories would not have been possible. To the Rees Family and The Paper’s staff – Thank you for giving me this opportunity. It took a leap of faith to place The Paper’s newsroom in the hands of a young journalist. Thank you for trusting me to make difficult deci-

sions and allowing me to pursue my vision. Thank you for your encouragement and support. I will be forever grateful for this opportunity, and I don’t take the decision to walk away lightly. The experience I’ve gained as editor of your newspaper will be invaluable going forward. I hope I’ve given you as much as you’ve given me. To my family – Thank you for tolerating my unorthodox work hours and daily commitments. Whether it was late night fire runs or long weekends of coverage, you always understood my compulsion to get the story and why it was so important to me. Thank you for the constant encouragement reinforcement. Thank you for the many meals you

bought and prepared when I didn’t have time to make dinner. Finally, thank you for understanding why it’s time for me to move on, though I know you’d rather I stay. As a Wabash native, I wasn’t sure what more I could possibly learn about the county in which I was born and raised. After 17 months as your editor, I realize how little I really knew. Wabash County is a great place with an amazing history and wonderful people. The best news is, it’s only getting better. While I’ll soon be living many hours away in a place far different from the farmland of northern Indiana, Wabash County will always be the place I call home. Thank you Wabash. Farewell.

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tent and readability. Also, per the editor’s judgment, personal attacks, inflammatory statements and legally objectionable material will not be printed. The editor must also limit readers to

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Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms must be completed. The U.S. Department of Education calls this the single most important form students will have to fill out. Some might call that government hype. We would strongly disagree with those who do. Without filling our the FAFSA forms, students will not qualify for state and federal student aid such as grants, loans and work study programs. The cost of higher education is becoming more and more expensive each year. According to 2014 figures, the total cost for Indiana residents to attend one of the state universities can cost more than $21,000, depending on school and if one lives on or off campus. Those attending private colleges or universities can

expect to pay two or three times more than that. To attend the University of Notre Dame, for example, a student would pay more than $60,000 per year. With those costs, it’s easy to see when the 20 or 30 minutes it takes to fill out the FAFSA forms to try to receive some of the $150 billion distributed annually is time well spent. Some may have a wide variety of excuses as to why they don’t fill out the form. Those can range from having parents who make too much money to qualify for assistance, to not having good-enough grades to receive funds. Another is that the form is extremely hard to fill out. All those are nothing but excuses. FAFSA has neither an income or grade restriction for individuals to receive federal aid. Likewise, the

form has detailed instructions with every question designed to provide help to those filling out the form. The three local school districts have hosted special nights designed to help parents and students learn about filling out the FAFSA form. At least one, Wabash City Schools, will have a FAFSA Day on Feb. 25, at which financial aid advisors from Manchester University will be on hand to help fill out or answer questions about the form. Help also is available on the U.S. Department of Education website, and we’re sure that local guidance counselors would be more than willing to help. High school seniors and college students should circle March 10 on their calendar. This is certainly a deadline far too costly to miss.

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Patrick Sullivan announces resignation during Celebration of Progress By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com On Jan. 22, Patrick Sullivan announced his resignation during the Celebration of

Progress hosted by Wabash Marketplace, Inc. Jason Callahan, committee president and Wabash City Schools superintendent, presented Sullivan with a plaque that commemorated his efforts as executive director. Prior to his resignation, Sullivan announced the executive report, stating that, during the 2014 term, the committee was successful in working on some of the large-scale Stellar Communities projects, including

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WABASH MARKET PLACE INC. EXCUTIVE DIREXTOR PATRICK SULLIVAN receives a plaque from WMI Board Present Jason Callahan. (photo by Emma Rausch) and turned over the ness professionals, rent by interested floor to allow the add a little retail and businesses. For more owners to share their a little coffee shop information on rentvision with the com- and, hopefully, bring ing a Market Street munity. everybody together Square office, contact “Our dreams and in Wabash,” Stevens Stevens at 260-782ideas with this place said. 5005 or email were to make it back According to l s t e v e n s @ m s s into a more updated Sullivan, the offices wabash.com. office suite for busi- are now available for

Southwood announces honor roll Article provided Southwood Jr/Sr High School recently announced its honor roll lists for the second quarter of the 2014-2015 school year. All A Honor Roll: Grade 7: Payton Deeter, Sydney Helfin, Luke Hunsberger, Shyla Judy, Kayla Mays, MaKenna Pace, Anna Pence, Jackson Simons, Daisy Sparks, Grant Whitham Grade 8: Courtney Andrick, Kelsey Burnham, Morgan Farr, Jeana Friedersdorf, Ashley Lengel, Leshly Lopez, Yazmin Louck, Liam McGouldrick, Makenna Norman, Benjamin Roudebush, Adam Spaulding, Luke Winer Grade 9: Jessica Bott, Chad Elliott, Kyrstin Gouveia, Chase Guenin, Emily Gwillim, Kimberly Hobson, Parker Mays, Allen Warren Grade 10: Kassidy Atwood, Zachary Ball, Emily Benner, Makenna Dawes, Brooke Elliott, Paul Farlow, Jeffrey Finicle, Mary Guisewhite, Taylor Heath, Hannah King, Danielle Wagoner, Brooke Wyatt Grade 11: Christian

Deeter, Kolten Kersey, Danielle Sparling, Hannah Spaulding Grade 12: Haley Heath, Ashley Hunt, Noah Kirk, Emily Lehner, Michael Lengel, Steven Metz, Grace Whitham A/B Honor Roll Grade 7: Riley Adams, Melissa Bailey, Jayda Barnum, Ariel Benner, Nicolas Berlier, Alexis Finney, Carson Heath, Tyler Heath, Nicholas Hensley, Victoria Holloway, Paige Hyden, Madison Johnson, Colton Jones, Kandis Keel, Luke Kirk, James Lambert, Erin Lehner, Carina Mason, Kirsten Pecsenye, Makenna Proffitt, Dalayna Rigney, Tyler Roser, Gordon Seacott, Dannae Shaw, Allison Steele, Hally Sweet, Laney Temple, Landon Topliff, Riley Whitesel, Jaeden Younce Grade 8: Logan Arnold, Ket Baldwin, Cameron Ball, Makayla Bechtold, Jessica Brubaker, Jessie Bunnell, Colby Crow, Grant Gillespie, Noell Gottschalk, Courtney Gray, Dustin Hamilton,

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Prom Style Show wows crowd with latest gown trends and after-prom attire By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com At the Prom Style Show on Jan. 25, local

high school students and their families clapped and cheered as local residents modeled the latest prom and after-prom

trends. Hosted by Ellen’s in partnership with Marelli’s and Bash Boutique, local high school students and

alumni modeled a wide range of prom gowns, after-prom apparel, and corsages down a runway at the REMC Touchstone

Energy Center. Heartland Career Center cosmetologists styled the models’ hair and makeup for the event, while Leah’s Cakery & Confections provided a variety of sweet refreshments for the show. The show allowed Wabash vendors a chance to exhibit their merchandise and sign-up for cosmetic and hair appointments with Uptown Style ahead of the rush later this year. Wabash High School senior Sarah Puckett was one of 10 girls asked to model for the event after previously trying on dresses at Ellen’s. She said she was surprised to find that she could find all her prom

needs in downtown Wabash. “The little boutiques have so many clothes and the style is so much better than just going to the mall, because everything is in just one little spot and it’s perfect,” she said. “The prices are great and they’ll help you with everything. It is awesome that they have all these opportunities here for us. It was great to have [the Prom Style Show] to show us.” The models included Emma Peebles, Kylie Carpenter, Lindsey Dierks, Madison Rebholz, Jacklyn Peas, Arie Kennedy, Makala Ridgeway, Darian Reynolds, and Ciara Short. Nicholas Rebholz and Kale Weiss assisted the girls on and off

stage while modeling the latest trends in prom tuxedos. Uptown Style beautician Kelsey McQuiston was available at a booth to take pre-registration for prom hair and spray tan appointments. She said the show was beneficial in promoting local stores to the youth in the community. “[Uptown Style] was excited to come out and be a part of the show,” she said. “There were a lot of people who weren’t aware of the [airbrush makeup or airbrush tanning] services that we offered. It was nice to see that the word is getting out there just a little bit more. So I definitely think the show helped.”

Prom Style Show model Ciara Short walks the runway in an Ellen’s prom gown. Short’s mother, Lisa Downs, headed the event, collaborating with Wabash vendors to create a one-stop-shopping experience for prom-goers. Photo by Emma Rausch

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held in Manchester University’s Jo Young Switzer Center. In 1931, at the height of the Great Depression, a group of 75 farmers established Wabash County Farm Bureau Credit Union, which is now Beacon Credit Union, because they believed they could provide financial products and services for themselves better than relying on others to do it for them. “Beacon Credit Union has seen outstanding growth over the last 84 years,” said Fahs-Brown. “What started as a single location at the back of the feed and grain coop, has grown into a billion dollar credit union with a regional footprint serving an 18-county field of membership throughout northeast and north central Indiana. “Although Beacon was founded in Wabash, its roots in the North Manchester community run long and deep. In fact, when the property was purchased for the North Manchester branch, it was the first new branch location ever to be built outside of Wabash. When construction began on the branch in 1986, Beacon Credit Union had just 9,000 members – today, the credit union serves over 47,000.” According to FahsBrown, soon after the North Manchester

branch opened its doors, a young Susan Floor was hired as a branch teller. Five years later she was promoted to branch manager, a role she held for 22 years until her retirement in 2014. “Susan served the North Manchester community with her charity and leadership throughout her tenure with the Credit Union,” FahsBrown added. “Even with Susan’s retirement, the branch has no plans to rest on its laurels. In fact, Beacon’s commitment to serving and improving the North Manchester community continues to grow as strong as ever. Today, the North Manchester branch, led by Megan Castle and her team of 10 Beacon employees, continues to impact the community by donating time, money, and energy to improve the quality of life for all North Manchester residents.” One of those programs, for which Beacon is most proud, is the “Project Spotlight” charitable giving campaign, which rewards local nonprofit organizations as determined by community nominations and voting. Over the last four years, Beacon has donated $7,000 to community organizations serving North Manchester through

Project Spotlight alone. “In addition to Project Spotlight, Beacon will continue to be extensively involved with Junior Achievement in North Manchester – from volunteering in classrooms to running in the Fun Run,” F a h s - B r o w n explained. “Beacon has also been involved with several other community-giving projects, such as the Kiwanis Charity Bike Ride and Relay for Life. Beacon truly embodies the credit union creed of: People Helping People.” Fahs-Brown went on to state that Beacon is thankful for the opportunity to contribute to, and benefit, the North Manchester community over the past 28 years. “The credit union looks forward to contributing in an even deeper and more impactful manner in the years to come,” she concluded. Megan Castle, who

is now branch manager, accepted the 2014 Commerce Award on behalf of the North Manchester Beacon Credit Union. Castle was born and raised in Wabash County but spent the last 10 years in the state of Washington. “I worked at a local credit union there for nine years, which gave me experience,” said Castle. “After relocating back to Indiana, and coming onboard with Beacon, I’ve quickly seen the passion that they have for community involvement. Moving forward, I’m excited to continue the positive impact that North Manchester Beacon Credit Union has had on this community. So, on behalf of Beacon Credit Union, thank you very much.”

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Jim Smith Named NM Citizen of the Year By Shaun Tilghman North Manchester News Journal News Editor NORTH MANCHESTER — Although last year’s recipients, Bob and Robin Shepherd, of S h e p h e r d ’ s Chevrolet, were vacationing in Florida, Bob was still able to honor the 2014 Citizen of the Year, Jim Smith, via a video he recorded prior to the 71st Annual North M a n c h e s t e r Chamber of Commerce Dinner, which took place Jan. 22 in the Jo Young Switzer Center on the campus of M a n c h e s t e r University. “The person we honor here tonight, as the 2014 Citizen of the Year, has touched many lives and impacted our community greatly,” said Shepherd. “He has worked tirelessly and sacrificially to make our hometown a better place to live and raise a family.” Smith grew up in Milroy and graduated from high school in 1962. He and his wife, Vicki, have been married 45 years and they have two daughters and three grandchildren. After graduating from Indiana University in 1967, Smith began his teaching career in Grant County. According to Shepherd, Smith arrived in North Manchester 14 years later, after acquiring his administration

degrees from Ball State University. Over the next 15 years, he served as assistant principal, athletic director, and principal, as well as assistant superintendent for M a n c h e s t e r Community Schools. “In 1998, he accepted the position of superintendent for Oak Hill School Corporation, retiring in 2008,” he added. “Fortunately, he then moved back to North Manchester and quickly became involved in the community by becoming a member of the Town Council – he is now in his second term,” Shepherd continued. “A counterpart on the Council said, ‘He is someone who is well informed and prepared at every meeting, and his guidance and knowledge are always appreciated.’ During the construction of the StraussPeabody Aquatic and Fitness Center, his talents in fundraising, his experience in building projects, and his willingness to be the town’s dayto-day representative with the contractors were essential to the completion of the project. “His focus has always been on enhancing education and youth opportunities locally. His leadership abilities in education administration have served him well as a member of the C o m m u n i t y Foundation of Wabash County, (continued on page 28)

Chris Garber (right), Incoming Board Chair of the North Manchester Chamber of Commerce, reads the 2014 Citizen of the Year plaque while Jim Smith waits to receive the award at the annual dinner. (Photo by Shaun Tilghman)

The 2014 Citizen of the Year winner Jim Smith poses with several fellow members of Rotary North Manchester during the Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner. Smith is also involved with Town Council, Manchester Early Learning Center, the Community Foundation of Wabash County, and many other organizations. (Photo by Shaun Tilghman)

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where he serves on the Scholarship Committee, because he knows the importance of scholarships to the civic and economic success of our county. That aptitude also makes him a good fit to serve on the Board of the Manchester Early Learning Center. He understands their goals and needs, and has been very helpful in guiding the Board’s plans and hopes for a new building.” Shepherd went on to describe Smith’s commitment and passion to Rotary North Manchester and Rotary International as “legendary” and “well documented.” He has served as president and is currently treasurer of the local club; in addition, he served on the Rotary team that was instrumental in creating the half-mile “Robin’s Way” exercise path located near Timbercrest Senior Living Community. Smith was recognized for his contributions by being dis-

tinguished as a Paul Harris Fellow, which is the highest award given to individual members. “It is noteworthy that he still takes time to be an active member of his local church,” Shepherd concluded. “He resides in Woodspoint and is also president of the W o o d s p o i n t Condominium Association. I asked one of his board members what makes him such an effective leader, and she responded, ‘Follow up – he follows up on everything.’ “At the center of all of this is the fact that our recipient of this prestigious award is just a nice guy. He is a man of character and integrity; a guy who is approachable, with an easy and friendly manner, and a big heart for his adopted hometown. Also, he is willing to put in the time and effort that demonstrates his love and priorities.” Smith said that he was deeply apprecia-

tive of the award. “North Manchester is a very unique community,” he said, “I knew that when I first came here in June of 1984 to interview for the job of assistant principal and athletic director at Manchester High School. The principal took me on a tour of the building, and as soon as I saw the stadium seats – something I had never seen before – I knew this was a unique place. Vicki and I came in 1984, and we left in 1998 to pursue a career opportunity, but we knew that we would be back; we knew that, when we retired, this is where we would come back to. “I’ve said this many times and many of you know it already, but when I retired my wife told me she married me for better or for worse but not for lunch, so I needed to find something to do. I retired as of Dec. 31, 2007, and we’d already been back in the community for six months before

that. And in January of 2008 I was appointed to the North Manchester Town Council to replace a member that resigned.” Smith wrapped things up by explaining that diversity is what really makes this a unique community. “But, one of the other things that makes this community unique is the way that all of the organizations work together to better the community,” he concluded. “I’m very pleased and proud to have been involved with Rotary, Education for Conflict Resolution, Manchester Main Street, Manchester Early Learning Center, the Learn More Center, the C o m m u n i t y Foundation, our church, and many more. I feel really fortunate that the community has always surrounded us with love and support, and we love you right back.”

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Scoutmaster Music receives Spirit of the Community Award By Shaun Tilghman North Manchester News Journal News Editor

NORTH MANCHESTER — Andrew Duffy, of Visionary Web, may not be a past recipient of the Spirit of the Community award, but as an Eagle Scout he took great pride in being able to present the award to this year’s winner, Scoutmaster Rick Music, during the 71st Annual North Manchester Chamber of Commerce Dinner at Manchester University’s Jo Young Switzer Center last Thursday. Duffy began by describing this year’s recipient as “a very humble guy” and stating that he hoped Music wouldn’t be too embarrassed during his remarks. “When I was a young man, I earned the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America program under the tutelage of my Scoutmaster, the late Dennis Kambs,” said Duffy. “With his steady guidance and dedication, Dennis not only made sure that I earned the rank of Eagle Scout, he also ensured that I was well equipped to be a successful adult and contributing member of society. And, in some ways, he was a father figure for me. “As an Eagle Scout, I know the rigor of the reward criteria and the effort required to earn the rank. I also know of the huge contribution Eagle Scouts have

made to our community. To earn the rank of Eagle, a Scout must design and lead a service project that benefits the community.” Duffy provided several examples of service projects facilitated by Eagle Scouts that have benefited the North Manchester community over the years, including when a group led by Eagle Scout Kyle Music built and installed an innovative flagpole in front of the Scout Hall at Warvel Park. “These are just a few examples of the types of Eagle Scout service projects that benefit the community of North Manchester, but it would not surprise me if you didn’t know about these projects,” Duffy explained. “They are not undertaken for praise or attention; rather, they are undertaken as the culmination of a Scout’s years of learning about leadership, dedication to community, and selfless service. “But, as a community, we have benefited greatly from these projects, and the Scouting program from which they flow. And beyond these projects, the Eagle Scouts have become successful adults who benefit the community in many other ways as well. “This all may have you wondering how these young men accomplish so much – that’s a good question. Back when I was a Scout, my Scoutmaster (Dennis Kambs) started planning the transition to

a new Scoutmaster. During that time, he witnessed the dedication Rick Music had for his son Kyle and the Cub Scout program. An example of that dedication came in the form of a pinewood derby car that was expertly crafted by Kyle and Rick. Rick’s wife, Martha, tells me that the work on that derby car may have bordered on the obsessive; but, as Martha recalls it, that car smoked all the rest when it came to race day.” According to Duffy, after Cub Scouts, Rick followed Kyle to Boy Scouts, becoming an active parent and leader in the program. Kambs eventually passed the Scoutmaster role to Music in 1997. A s s i s t a n t Scoutmaster Jason Lauer said, “Rick’s best trait is that he

leads by example. I believe our Boy Scouts pick up on that and learn their leadership skills from him. When they are first new into the troop, he takes time at campouts to show each Scout how to cook, clean dishes, set up a tent, and Scout skills. Also, as a Boy Scout troop is supposed to be run, Rick lets the boys lead the troop. One of his traits is to stand back and let the boys learn how to become leaders by practicing leadership. He is always on the sidelines coaching each Scout as they learn their leadership style.” Duffy added, “Anyone that knows the Music family knows of the tragic and unbearable heartache brought on by the death of their son, Kyle, in 2003. Kyle, an Eagle Scout, was why Rick got

years you really miss this community. I’ve been around a lot of youths that say they can’t wait to get out of Manchester and do the other things. So, the one thing I can give back is to help our youth understand how important it is for this town. “Andy mentioned a lot of their community projects, and he said you don’t know a lot about them, but that’s because we’re not there to toot our horns about what we do – we let our work speak for itself. I’m sure a lot of people see these projects and are surprised that boys did them – yes, they did. It’s not always me though, I’ve had good leaders; (continued on page 31)

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young men, and our whole community have benefited greatly from Rick Music’s leadership of the Boy Scout program in North Manchester.” After receiving a standing ovation from the crowd, Music admitted that it was one of the few times when he couldn’t think of anything to say. “When I first showed up tonight, I looked around and thought there were a lot of our Scouts here – now, it makes sense,” said Music. “The whole thing with Scouts, and with me staying involved, is that I’m giving back to the community,” he continued. “I was in the service for a while and left, and when you’re gone for a few

Scoutmaster Rick Music (third from left), who received the 2014 Spirit of the Community award, was joined on stage by several Eagle Scouts, as well as Assistant Scoutmaster Jason Lauer (second from right) at last Thursday’s annual dinner for the North Manchester Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Shaun Tilghman)

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involved in Scouting as an adult – it was something he could do to spend time with his outdoor-oriented son. At the time, I recall thinking that maybe Rick would close out the Scouting part of his life; but he had made a commitment to the other Scouts in the troop, Kyle’s friends. “Martha told me that Rick told them, ‘If you stick with me, I’ll stick with you – I’ll see you through to Eagle.’ And that’s exactly what he’s done for 20+ young men in our community over the last 17 years. Just as I looked to Dennis Kambs as a father figure, many of those Scouts have looked to Rick as a father figure. Those

reported. “As I said at that time, if we had 22 full-time jailers, I think that’s too much,” Land said. “Currently we have 13 jail officers with two open positions, and we have had interviews for those positions.” Sandy Beeks, director of the Wabash County Central Dispatch, presented Commissioners with a request to purchase a digital repeater for the facility to help emergency personnel in the City of Wabash to better hear com-

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continued from page 29 but this community should be really proud because we have excellent youths in other clubs and organizations as well.

I’ve been blessed to be a part of a Scout troop that accepted me, and I want to teach them to become young men, to work

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County schools dominate bowling sectionals By The Paper staff Wabash County schools grabbed seven of the eight spots in the high school bowling sectional for individuals on Saturday in Marion. S o u t h wo o d , Northfield and Wabash bowlers competed in the individual sectionals. For the boys, the top eight advanced to regional competition, while the top

three girls advance. Each player rolled three games across three different lanes, then the total determines who moves on. For the boys, the top four have a stepladder tournament to determine the Mid-Central sectional champion. Girls have a threeposition roll off. The stepladder was as follows: fourth place Nate

Hembree, of Northfield rolled against third place Austin Hostetler of Wabash, which finished in a 236 game tie. A two-frame roll off gave Hostetler the win. He advanced to the next round to face Bobby Mettler, of Southwood. Mettler won 245-226. Mettler then faced Brandon Keppel of Northfield, for the championship.

Bobby won with a score of 225 against Brandon. Olivia Sluss of Wabash, was the topseeded girl, and defeated her Marion opponent, 199-165, to advance to regionals. Sluss’ victory gave her back-toback sectional titles. Regional competition will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at Munsee Lanes, Muncie.

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NEW FOR 2015 3% ONSITE BUYERS PREMIUM WITH $350 MAXIMUM PER ITEM! TRACTORS, INDUSTRIAL, & VEHICLES

• ’95 NH 8770 MFWD, 2308 HOURS • ’00 NH TN55 W/ LOADER 1014 • AC 180 W/ LOADER HOURS • ’07 AGCO DT200A MFWD, 2861 • ’98 WHITE 8410 2WD, 2812 HOURS HOURS • ’94 AGCO 9455 MFWD, 8550 • WHITE 1370 HOURS • WHITE 4-210 • ’05 BUHLER 2180 MFWD 3881 • ’82 WHITE 2-110 HOURS • VERSATILE 875 6486 HOURS • ’06 BUHLER 2145 MFWD, 2158 • VERSATILE 935 HOURS • ’04 KW T800, 63” SLEEPER, 550 • ’96 CAT 85D W/ PTO, 6256 CAT, 13 SPEED HOURS • ’14 TRAIL KING 50’ RGN • ’12 CHALLENGER MT595B TRAILER MFWD, 614 HOURS • ’12 MUVALL 48’ RGN TRAILER • ’08 CHALLENGER MT425B • ’88 CASE 586E FORKLIFT ROPS, 2WD, 1354 HOURS • ’07 CASE 580SM 4X4 BACKHOE • ’95 CIH 9230 3PT, PTO, 1948 3559 HOURS HOURS • ’04 CAT 420DIT 4X4 BACKHOE • ’89 CIH 9150 7643 HOURS • ’96 CAT 416C 4X4 BACKHOE • ’10 CIH MAGNUM 305 2190 4890 HOURS HOURS • CLARK GPS30MB FORKLIFT • ’06 CIH MX305 MFWD, 3295 • FORD 655D 4X4 BACKHOE HOURS 5684 HOURS • ’11 CIH MAGNUM 290 MFWD, • ’76 FORD 550 BACKHOE 4918 1781HOURS HOURS • ’00 CIH MX270 MFWD, 6234 • JD 3420 TELEHANDLER 3800 HOURS HOURS • CIH MAGNUM 235 • ’98 JD 310SE 4X4 BACKHOE • ’08 CIH PUMA 210 MFWD, 5266 • ’94 JD 310D 4X4 BACKHOE HOURS • ’07 KAWASAKI 70TMV WHEEL • ’96 CIH 7240 MFWD, 2400 LOADER 5700 HOURS HOURS, 1 OWNER • ’07 KAWASAKE 70TMV WHEEL • IH 1486 LOADER 5500 HOURS • ’80 IH 1086 3405 HOURS • LIEBHERR 622 TRACK • IH 1066 FENDER LOADER • IH 460 UTILITY GAS • ’14 NH B95C CHA, 4X4, EXT-A• CIH 685 5558 HOURS HOE, 100 HOURS • (2) IH 454 4050 HOURS • ’03 ASV RC50 TRACK LOADER • CASE 2590 6068 HOURS 2770 HOURS • CASE 2094 CHA W/ LOADER, • CAT 247B TRACK LOADER 4795 HOURS • ’99 CAT 236 SKIDSTEER • CASE 1494 2074 HOURS • ’08 GEHL CTL85 TRACK • DAVID BROWN 995 LOADER • ’02 JD 9420 6863 HOURS • ’10 JD 323D TRACK LOADER • ’98 JD 9400 W/ PTO, 4874 • JD 320 SKIDSTEER HOURS • ’08 KOMATSU CK35 TRACK • ’08 JD 9330 2700 HOURS LOADER 2995 HOURS • ’01 JD 9300T 7981 HOURS • MICHIGAN 175B WHEEL • ’96 JD 8970 5500 HOURS LOADER • ’93 JD 8870 5508 HOURS • ’12 NH 218 SKIDSTEER • ’89 JD 8760 • ’02 JD 8520 5100 HOURS EQUIPMENT, SEEDING, • ’00 JD 8410 MFWD 9017 & SPRAYERS HOURS • ’01 JD 8410T 6940 HOURS • ’05 GVM 146T PROWLER • ’98 JD 8400 MFWD SPRAYER 2439 HOURS • ’95 JD 8400 MFWD 7320 • ’09 HARDI CM4440SPRAYER HOURS • ’08 JD 4930 SPRAYER 2641 • ’03 JD 8320T 3658 HOURS HOURS • ’00 JD 8310 MFWD 11024 • ’09 JD 4830 SPRAYER 2716 HOURS HOURS • ’08 JD 4730 SPRAYER 2179 • ’99 JD 7810 MFWD, 7334 HOURS HOURS • FRIESEN 375 SEED TENDER • ’94 JD 7800 12000 HOURS • ’04 JD 7220 MFWD W/ LOADER • KBH ST250 SEED TENDER • ’08 JD 1790 16/32 ROW 4587 HOURS PLANTER • ’10 JD 6430 ROPS, MFWD, 2073 • ’96 JD 1780 12/23 ROW HOURS • ’13 JD 6105D ROPS, MFWD, 187 PLANTER • ’07 JD 1770NT 16RN PLANTER HOURS • ’04 JD 1770NT 16RN PLANTER, • JD 5525 CHA, MFWD CCS • ’’88 JD 4650 • ’97 JD 1770 16RN PLANTER • ’81 JD 4640 3729 HOURS • JD 7000 23R15” PLANTER • ’80 JD 4640 6613 HOURS • KINZE 3600 16/31 ROW • ’79 JD 4640 8662 HOURS PLANTER • JD 4455 LOW HOURS AND • KINZE 8/15 ROW PLANTER NICE • NEW IDEA 9300 6RN PLANTER • ’85 JD 4450 2WD W/ DRY FERT • ’81 JD 4440 • WHITE 8524 24RN PLANTER, • ’78 JD 4440 CCS, NT • ’79 JD 4240 • WHITE 8/15 ROW PLANTER • ’72 JD 4000 • BRILLION 10’ SEEDER • JD 2555 W/ LOADER • CIH 5100 DRILL • JD 2120 • JD 1560 15’ DRILL • ’97 NH 8870 MFWD, 7961 • JD 750 20’ DRILL (COMPLETE REBUILD) HOURS

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CIH 8340 HAYBINE CLAAS 860 CHOPPER HESSTON 1340 HAYBINE HESSTON 845 ROUND BALER ’11 JD 692 30’ ROTARY HEAD KELLY RYAN FEED WAGON W/ SCALES ’11 NH 488 HAYBINE NH 315 SQUARE BALER VERMEER 605XL ROUND BALER BUSHHOG 2010 MOWER ’08 FRONTIER MS1117 MANURE SPREADER JD HX14 MOWER KUHN FC350G MOWER OMC 430 GRINDER PENTA 4110 MIXER LOFTNESS 240PM SHREDDER (6) BRILLION PACKERS 18’-38’ CIH 3950 21’ DISK NEW CIH 2500 5 SHANK RIPPER DMI TMII 27’ FIELD CULT DMI TMII 26’ FIELD CULT CIH 496 32’ ROCK FLEX DISK CIH 4200 20’ SOIL FINISHER IH 6500 9 SHANK DISK CHISEL IH 415 25’ MULCHER DMI 2500 5 SHANK RIPPER DMI 527 5 SHANK RIPPER DMI 30’ CRUMBLER DMI 25’ CRUMBLER DMI 11 SHANK CHISEL PLOW FARMHAND 16’ PACKER GLENCOE 7400 15 SHANK DISK CHISEL (2) GLENCOE 13 SHANK DISK CHISEL GLENCOE 9 SHANK DISK CHISEL GREAT PLAINS 4000 TURBO TILL GREAT PLAINS 4000 TURBO CHOPPER ’13 GREAT PLAINS 3500 TURBO MAX GREAT PLAINS 3000 TURBO TILL ’06 GREAT PLAINS 4333 ROCK FLEX DISK ’09 J & M 37’ ROLLING BASKET (2) ’12 JD 2620 30’8” ROCK FLEX DISKS JD 960 FIELD CULT JD 845 12RN CULT JD 726 21’9” SOIL FINISHER JD 712 11 SHANK DISK CHISEL JD 637 25’ DISK JD 400 30’ ROTARY HOE KRAUSE GLADIATOR 12R 30” STRIP TILL KRAUSE 4995 31’ ROCK FLEX DISK ’08 KRAUSE 4850-21 DOMINATOR (3) KRAUSE 4850-18 DOMINATORS KRAUSE 2423 23’ DISK KRAUSE 1900 DISK ’12 LANDOLL 7450 49’ VT ’10 LANDOLL 7431 33’ VT ’11 LANDOLL 7431 29’ VT LANDOLL 23’ VT LANDOLL 6230-33’ DISK PHOENIX 30’ TILLITE ’13 ROME TACW-12 CONSTRUCTION DISK SALFORD RTS450 DISK RIPPER SUNFLOWER 6630-27’ VT SUNFLOWER 6211 ‘SUNFLOWER 5033-24’ FIELD CULT ’07 SUNFLOWER 4511 13 SHANK ’02 SUNFLOWER 4232 17 SHANK DISK CHISEL ’05 SUNFLOWER 1211 10’

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’85 NH TR86 COMBINE (3) NH 973 PLATFORMS NH 996 8RN CORN HEAD ’11 BALZER 2000 GRAIN CART BRENT 440WAGON BRENT 420 GRAIN CART BRENT 774 GRAIN CART DMI 280 WAGON J & M 875-14 GRAIN CART J&M 385SD WAGON KILLBROS 555 WAGON KINZE 450C CONVEYOR CART PARKER 605 WAGON PARKER GRAIN CHARIOT REM 1026 GRAIN VAC ABSOLUTE ROW SOLD AT 9:00 A.M. AC180 W/ LOADER ’08 CHALLENGER MT425B 1354 HOURS ’95 CIH 9230 3 PT, PTO, 1948 HOURS ’01 CIH MX 270 7052 HOURS ’08 CIH PUMA 195CVT, FRONT 3 PT, FRONT PTO, 3325 HOURS ’97 CIH 8920 2WD DAVID BROWN 995 ’02 JD 9320 8129 HOURS ’89 JD 8760 ’94 JD 7800 2WD ’11 JD 5101E CHA, MFWD, 247 HOURS ’83 JD 4850 2WD ’93 JD 4760 2WD (2) JD 4240 JD 2555 W/ LOADER KUBOTA M6950DT MFWD MAHINDRA 3505 419 HOURS ’79 MF 2745 2688 HOURS ’05 NH TC55DA MFWD W/ LOADER, 1729 HOURS ’03 NH TC45D MFWD W/ LOADER, 116 HOURS ’78 STEIGER ST220 5892 HOURS ’78 VERSATILE 875 6486 HOURS ’78 WHITE 2-105 WHITE 2-88 CHA, MFWD ’03 JD 9650STS COMBINE 3428/2521 HOURS ’95 JD 9500 COMBINE ’91 JD 9500 COMBINE ’89 JD 7720 COMBINE (BAD HYDRO) ’88 JD 6620 TITAN II COMBINE ’74 JD 6600 COMBINE ’81 JD 4420 CO0MBINE ’79 JD 4400 COMBINE JD 216 PLATFORM ’88 JD 918 PLATFORM ’90 JD 843 CORN HEAD ’88 CIH 1680 COMBINE 3133 HOURS ’87 CIH 1660 COMBINE 4X4, 4833 HOURS ’91 CIH 1063 CORN HEAD IH 863 CORN HEAD (2) IH 844 CORN HEADS PARKER GRAIN CHARIOT ’10 CIH 1250 24 ROW PLANTER KINZE 3600 16/31 ROW PLANTER, NT COULTERS KINZE 3500 8/15 ROW PLANTER, NT COULTERS JD 7240 8R20” PLANTER JD 7200 12 ROW PLANTER JD 7100 8RN PLANTER NEW IDEA 9300 6RN DRY FERT WHITE 6182 12RN PLANTER (2) CIH 5400 20’ DRILLS W/ YETTER CARTS CAT 236 SKIDSTEER CASE 680H BACKHOE FORD 655D 4X4 BACKHOE

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FORD 550 BACKHOE HARLO FORKLIFT GEHL CTL85 SKIDSTEER JD 320 SKIDSTEER CIH RMX340 34’ DISK CIH 3950 21’ DISK CIH 4200 20’ FINISHER DMI TIGER MATE II 27’ FIELD CULT JD 970 15’ MULCHER JD 960 FIELD CULT JD 712 11X DISK CHISEL GREAT PLAINS 4000TC 40’ TURBO CHOPPER HARDI CM4440 PULL TYPE SPRAYER HARDI TXH2400 WHITE 598 7X PLOW CIH 8340 HAYBINE JD HX14 MOWER JD 920 MOCO JD 375 ROUND BALER NH 575 SQUARE BALER WIRE TIE GREENMARK EQUIPMENT NO RESERVE AT 11:00 A.M. JD FINANCING AVAILABLE!

• ’13 JD 9560R BAREBACK, 467 HOURS • ’12 JD 8260R MFWD 18.4X50 DUALS, 540/1000 PTO, 541 HOURS • ’12 JD 4730 SPRAYER, 90’ BOOMS, 549 HOURS • ’10 CHALLENGER MT755C 3365 HOURS • ’10 VERSATILE 280 MFWD • ’01 JD 1770 24 ROW PLANTER • ’89 JD 7200 8R36” WING FOLD PLANTER • ’04 SUNFLOWER 5055-44’ FIELD CULT ITEMS AVAILABLE FOR SALE BUT NOT OFFERED AT AUCTION (NOT ALL UNITS ON SITE, VISIT www.pefleys.com for picturs and details) • ’11 JD 4930 SPRAYER 100’ BOOOMS, 985 HOURS ........................................$159,500 • 12 JD 4940 SPRAYER 120’ BOOMS .........................$184,500 • ’09 CHALLENGER MT965C 2887 HOURS .................$169,500 • ’11 CHALLENGER MT755C 1300 HOURS .................$169,500 • ’12 JD 9360R, PTO, 309 HOURS ........................................$194,500 • ’12 JD 8360R, IVT, ILS, 1284 HOURS ..........................$189,500 • ’10 JD 8320R, ILS, 2600 HOURS ........................................$159,500 • ’11 JD 8310R, IVT, ILS, 1112 HOURS ..........................$189,500 • ’11 JD 8310R, PS, 1500#, 582 HOURS ..........................$189,500 • ’12 CIH MAGNUM 290 1299 HOURS ..........................$119,500 • ’12 JD S660 COMBINE, 2WD, 371/251 HOURS............$199,500 • ’13 CIH 6130 COMBINE, 4X4, 485/307 HOURS............$227,500 • ’11 CIH 5130 COMBINE, 2WD, 451/311 HOURS............$189,500 • ’12 JD 640FD DRAPER ...$57,500 • ’11 JD 635F PLATFORM $17,500 • ’03 OXBO 8420XP W/ CART ..........................................$79,500

ALL ITEMS SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE THROUGH SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2015 Auction Note: This is only a partial listing, much more will be added by sale day. Pefley’s Farm Equipment is not responsible for lost or stolen property, accidents, or no- shows. All items subject to prior sale through Saturday, January 31, 2015. This is a guide only, please inspect pieces personally to insure accuracy of advertising. Lunch will be available at auction sight.

Auctioneers:

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LODGING:

CAL KAUFMAN #AU01051620 PERRY WILKINSON #AU10900084

Stephan DRP, Inc. 260-673-0602

Knights Inn: PFE Rates 260-563-7451

Auction House: #9104231 Phone: 260-782-2222 • Fax: 260-782-2224 E-MAIL: dave@pefleys.com steve@pefleys.com • brent@pefleys.com WEB ADDRESS: WWW.PEFLEYS.COM

FINANCING OPTIONS FROM:

NO CONSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED AFTER 5:00 P.M. Wednesday February 4! TO INSURE YOUR ITEMS ARE IN THE CATALOG, AND LISTED ON LINE, THEY MUST BE ONSITE BY FRIDAY January 30! All items must be removed within 30 days! All items purchased via online bidding will have a 5.5% buyers premium added to their winning bid with a $1100 Maximum. Next Auction Thursday, April 2, 2015. NEW FOR 2015 3% ONSITE BUYERS PREMIUM WITH $350 MAXIMUM PER ITEM!

First Farmers Bank & Trust Doug Wilcox 877-359-2165 AgDirect 260-782-2222

Holiday Inn: 260-569-1189 Charley Creek Inn: PFE Rates 260-563-0111

AIRPORTS: Wabash Municipal or Fort Wayne International

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January 28, 2015

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Articles For Sale

$150 QUEEN PILLOWTOP Mattress Set. NEW in Plastic, Can Deliver. (260)493-0805. A BRAND NEW KING PILLOWTOP Mattress Set, $225, Still in Factory Plastic. (260)493-0805. $425 CHERRY Sleigh Bed, NEW, Solid Wood w/NEW PILLOWTOP Mattress Set, un-opened. (260)493-0805. 2004 MONTE CARLO, 48,000 mi., new brakes, tires, battery, cassette and cd player—$5,600. 2 DESKTOP COMPUTERS, complete Vista operating system—$40 each. 12 VOLT SPRAYER, new, for yard & Garden—$50. Call 260-563-4537. 40 FT. TRUSS rafters, hand hewed barn beams, laminated I joice2”x4”x15’, paddle boat, old canning jars. 260-5910037.

DRAFTING/ART LIGHT TABLE, 3’x5’, spring adjustable up-down and angle, $100 OBO. ALESIS FUSION 8HD DIGITAL AUDIO WORK STATION, portable w/ stand & carrying case. Play, record & compose w/ an arsenal of different synthesis types. Sample playback, virtual analog synthesis, physical modeling, frequency modulation, 8 channel hard disc recorder, $400. Call 317-840-7117 GOOD APPLIANCES: used washers, dryers, ranges & refrigerators. 30 day warranty! 35 E. Canal St., Wabash, 260-5630147. GOOD SELECTION of small used chain saws. Priced right too! Wabash Portable Equipment, 1830 S. Wabash St. Wabash. 260-563-1173.

Employment ADVANTAGE HOME CARE, 169 Riverside Drive, Huntington, 260358-1004 or 1-800-8076766. RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, various shifts in: Huntington, Warren & Pierceton, weekly competitive pay, medical plan, flexible schedules, friendly office staff, E.O.E., Open Mon.-Fri. 8-5, www.advantagehhc.com.

KID’S FIRST CHILDCARE MINISTRY is now hiring caregivers. Must be energetic and love to work with kids. Mail resume to 110 N. Cass St. or call 563-7665 for application.

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MS Construction Amish Builders Framing • Roofing • Remodeling Pole Barns Concrete • Decks Drywall • Fencing (all (all types) types)

Free Estimates • Insured Cell: (260) 609-3683 6182 W. 1000 S. South Whitley, IN 46787

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January 28, 2015

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

PEOPLE LINK STAFFING has immediate direct hire opportunities for premier Huntington employer. Will be responsible for the support of manufacturing equipment and all required maintenance associated tasks including mechanical and electrical machine

repair of hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC’s, electrical circuits and circuit boards. Mechanical fabrication and repair of tooling and fixtures, racks, material handling carts, trailers and storage devices. Welding capabilities and welding equipment repair for both

MIG and TIG style welding. Facility maintenance on a 61,000 square foot manufacturing facility and associated grounds including HVAC, plumbing and electrical supply. Apply today at www.peoplelinkstaffing.com.

Services

*SENIOR HOME CARE* I will do meal preparation, errands, Dr. appt’s., light housekeeping, laundry, companionship and medication reminder. Wabash County. 260-571-6891.

BRIAN’S HANDYMAN SERVICE, LLC. • Roofs • Siding • Plumbing • Electrical • Drywall • Paint • Lawn Care

Wabash, IN 46992

Certified Groomer

Call Tiffany today set up an appointment

Wabash, IN Free Estimates/Insured

Advanced Ag Resources Inc. is responsible for manufacturing, warehousing, and logistical needs for seed corn/soybeans. We have an immediate opening for a seasonal, part time CDL-A licensed truck driver. This position is day shift with mostly local to medium runs and drivers are home every night. If interested, contact Scott Leffert @ 260 225-0821 or stop by the warehouse and pick up an application at 25 Ringel Avenue, Wabash, In 46992 (just north of hwy 24 on St Rd 13).

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(260) 224-7065

SNOW REMOVAL, great rates, fully insured, fast service. 765-251-3258.

Real Estate

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AFFORDABLE SNOW REMOVAL, Big or Small we do it all. Serving all Wabash County. Reliable, fully insured. Call 24/7 ...260-330-1812.

FREE TIME SHARE CONDO, Virginia Beach, Virginia, $687 annual fee, week 44, exchange worldwide. 260-571-4757.

TWO LOTS, new well 5’, trailer needs some work, 10 N. Vacation Way, North Manchester, Sandy Beach area - $18,000. THREE LOTS, 8 N. Vacation Way - $14,000. ALL FIVE LOTS - $30,000. 260-901-9675.

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FIRST CUTTING OF ALFALFA ROUND BALES, bales too wet, not so good hay, 4x5 size, $25/bale. Call 260-3076060.

GRASS HAY FOR SALE, small square bales, $3 per bale. Call 260-571-5385.

(260) 750-2709

Farm

Zimmerman Law Office PC

Attorney Alan J. Zimmerman

Playful Puppy Pet Grooming

ODD JOBS! 4190 West 50 N.

ANTIQUES WANTED, Estates or single items. Call 260-569-1865 or 260571-9865.

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• Builds, maintains & repairs stamping dies & tooling used in production operations to form metal parts within tolerance • Studies & analyzes specifications such as blueprints, sketches & descriptions & visualizes end product to plan & build tools. • Sets-up and operates machine tools, such as surface grinders, lathes, mills, drill press, cutting tools, etc. • Assists press operators & set-up personnel to set die & to troubleshoot material-to-die process/production inconsistencies. • Builds progressive Class A dies and R &D prototypes/samples as required. • Owns & maintains tools necessary to perform the duties of the position. • Must have at least four (4) years on-the-job training with above education or six (6) years on-the-job in tool room working with tool room equipment, tools, dies and precision work and/or servicing tools and dies.

Mail resumes to:

(before Jan. 1, 2015)

(before Apr. 30, 2015)

B. Walter & Co., Inc.

PO Box 278 Wabash, IN 46992 Or e-mail to jferrell@bwalter.com 27367

• Co-Ed League - $575 (15 games + double elimination tourney)

Registration forms available at schools, Strauss Peabody Aquatic & Fitness Center, or NM Police Dept. Please email your questions to ruppelcomplex@gmail.com

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

Huntington Sheet Metal, Inc. * * * NO OVERNIGHT * * *

Adult League Registration Deadline - May 1

For Rent

We are looking for a …

ADULT LEAGUES NOW FORMING

BEFORE YOU BUY, SELL OR MOVE your mobile home, CALL this number first! 260-786-1920.

LOCAL DRIVER with CDL-A

Tryouts for leagues above T-Ball and Coaches Pitch will be Saturday, March 21 In the MHS Gym!

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Tool & Die Maker:

Benefits for full-time associates:

$70 for first child, $65 for 2nd and $40 for 3rd, etc. Start Smart Fee: $25 per child

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• Competitive Wage Program • Attendance Awards Program with the opportunity for • Major Medical Insurance continuing merit increases. • Life Insurance • 10 Paid Holidays • Flex Plan • Paid Vacations Equal Opportunity Employer

Wednesday, January 28th & Thursday, January 29th Manchester High School Cafeteria 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS: Good communication skills, one year minimum CDL driving experience, be a self-starter, enjoy working in a team oriented position, and perform warehouse associated work. We offer competitive wages, benefits, and 401k.

PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON OR SEND RESUME TO: (No phone calls please) HUNTINGTON SHEET METAL, INC. ATTN: Human Resources 16751675 Riverfork DriveDrive East,East, PO Box Huntington, IN 46750 Riverfork PO 151, Box 151, Huntington, IN 46750 EMAIL: HR@HSMetal.com

1 Bedroom Street Level Apt. All Utilities Included. NO PETS. Deposit Required. ____________ Call: 563-1976

1 BEDROOM DOWNSTAIRS apt. with w/d hookup. $340/mo. plus deposit. You pay electric. Call 563-4059.

1 BR APT., $350/mo., water included, renter pays other utilities, $350/deposit, NO PETS. 571-0978. 2 BR APT. for rent, $400 damage deposit & low cost utilities. Call 563-5912 after 4pm.

506 MIAMI ST., NORTH MANCHESTER - Three bedroom, One bath, Two car attached garage, appliances included. $575/mo + utilities + $575 deposit. Short term lease to 8/15/2015. No pets. Call 574-527-5914. NICE 1 BR APT., off street parking, 426 1/2 Anna St., Wabash, utilities provided, $100/week, dep. & references required. Call 5632419 evenings.

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NICE 1 BR UPSTAIRS APT., all utilities furnished, $550/mo. plus deposit, NO SMOKING, NO PETS. Call 260-571-2182. NICE LARGE 1 BR UPPER APT., 960 Stitt St., Wabash, utilities provided, $100/week, dep. & references required. Call 5632419 evenings. NORTH MANCHESTER2 and 3 Bedroom apartments for rent, 260-9824861. NORTH MANCHESTER by University, 1 BR house $425/mo., stove, fridge furnished, washer & dryer hookup, NO PETS. Call 260-982-2763 leave message. STUDIO APT., nice location, 1 room, 1 1/2 shower, jacuzzi tub, NO SMOKING, NO DRUGS, single person, $400/mo, $200/dep., available immed. 260-3309023.

VERY NICE 3 BEDROOM, 1 bath house for rent in Wabash. Central air & 1 1/2 car detached garage. No smoking, no pets. $650/mo. + $650 deposit. Call or text 260-571-4408. WABASH - VERY NICE LARGE 2 BEDROOM APTS, all utilities furnished, references required, NO PETS. Call Abundant Life Property Management 260-5681576.

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FOR RENT 2 BR. 4 Room Apt. Water & Sewage Furnished. NO PETS. Deposit. __________________ Available Feb. 5-10. Queen Ann style 2 BR. 11/2 BA, new interior & exterior paint, NO PETS, deposit. Call: 563-1976

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