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Katie wins the crown Southwood alum chosen as Wabash County Festivals queen

By Mandy Mahan mmahan@thepaperofwabash.com

2019 Wabash County Festival Queen, Danielle Sparling places the crown on her predecessor, Katie Jones, who will reign as the 2020 Wabash County Festival Queen. Photo by Mandy Mahan.

Katie Jones was crowned as queen at the 30th Annual Wabash County Scholarship Pageant at the Ford Theatre at the Honeywell Center Friday, July 24. Twelve former queens and former directors were honored during the evening, along with sponsors.

The night started out with a dance number performed by all contestants along with the 2019 pageant queen, Danielle Sparling, choreographed by Lisa Mattern Billings and Megan Long. Following the dance performance, all contestants modeled their sportswear while a description or their outfit and the activity they do while wearing it was read to the crowd by emcee Rod Schram. Sportswear modeled varied from fishing attire to ballet-wear.

The contestants then modeled formal wear and answered an onstage question.

Seventeen contestants competed in the pageant.

Winners of more than $4,000 in scholarships were: queen, Katie Jones, daughter of Jennifer Nestleroad of Marion and the Late Ron Jones; 1st runner up, Alyssa McKillip, daughter of Troy and Toni McKillip of Wabash; 2nd runner up, Jirni Cripe, daughter of Phil and Joni Cripe of North Manchester; 3rd runner up, Haylie Miller, daughter of Steve and Roberta Miller of Urbana; 4th Runner up, Mariah Kirtlan, daughter of Steve and Sandy Kirtlan of Wabash; Miss Friendship, Christine Niccum, daughter of Brian and Deanna Niccum of North Manchester; Directors Award winner, Chloe Miller, daughter of Mark and Angela Miller of North Manchester. The former queens in attendance also voted on their choice to be queen which went to Kenda Mullen, daughter of George Mullen and Jessica and Jason Strickler all of

Wabash.

Jones is the 20-year-old daughter of Jennifer Nestleroad of Marion and the late Ron Jones of Wabash. She is a 2018 graduate of Southwood High School. This fall Kaitlyn will be a Junior at Indiana university Kokomo where she is majoring in Business Marketing and minoring in Sports Marketing and Management.

McKillip is the 19-year-old daughter of Troy and Toni McKillip of Wabash. She is a 2020 graduate of Northfield High School. This fall she will be a Freshman at Butler University where she is majoring in Biology and minor in Chemistry.

Cripe is the 20-year-old daughter of Phil and Joni Cripe of North Manchester. She is a 2019 graduate of Manchester High School. This fall she will be a sophomore at Purdue University majoring in marketing and horticulture with a focus in Entrepreneurship.

Haylie Miller is the 18-year-old daughter of Steve and Roberta Miller of Urbana. She is a 2020 graduate of Manchester High School. This fall she will be a freshman at I.U.P.U.I where she will major in biology.

Kirtlan is the 20-year-old daughter of Scott and Sandy Kirtlan of Wabash. She is a 2018 graduate of Northfield High School. This fall she will be a junior at Indiana University Fort Wayne where she is majoring in nursing.

Niccum is the 21-year-old daughter of Brian and Deanna Niccum of North Manchester. She is a 2017 graduate of Manchester High School. This fall she will be a junior at Huntington University where she is majoring in social work with a minor in exceptional populations.

Chloe Miller: Chloe is the 18-year-old daughter of Mark and Angela Miller of North Manchester. This year she will be a senior at Northfield High School. After graduation she would like to attend college and medical school.

Mullen is the 20-year-old daughter of George Mullen and (continued on page 6)

The queen and court named at the 2020 Wabash County Festival Queen pageant on July 24. From left, Former Queens Choice, Kenda Mullen; Miss Friendship, Christine Niccum; First Runner Up, Alyssa McKillip; Queen, Katie Jones; Second Runner Up, Haylie Miller; Third Runner Up, Jirni Cripe; Directors Choice, Chloe Miller; Fourth Runner Up, Mariah Kirtlan. Photo by Mandy Mahan.

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A crowd gathers at the Wabash County Courthouse on Sunday night during a candlelight vigil for Nakota Kelly. Photo by Mandy Mahan.

Indy man charged in death of Wabash youth Suspected killer was father of local 10-year-old victim

By Mandy Mahan mmahan@thepaperofwabash.com A 37-year-old man is being held on charges of murder in connection with the death of his young son.

The man, Anthony Dibiah, Indianapolis, is accused of killing his 10-year-old son,

Nakota Kelly, a Wabash resident and student at Sharp Creek Elementary school.

Dibiah was being held in Macon County, Mo., where he was found on July 21. On Friday, a Missouri judge ordered Dibiah to be extradited to Indiana where he will

face charges.

On the evening of Saturday, July 18, I n d i a n a p o l i s Metropolitan Police Department responded to a 911 call from a relative of Dibiah saying that he had just had a phone conversation with Dibiah in which he allegedly admitted to killing his son.

Upon arriving at the Indianapolis apartment, officers knocked on the door, and after receiving no answer, left the premises with no reason for forced entry.

On Sunday morning, 911 received another call from a friend of Dibiah stating that Dibiah allegedly had asked to borrow a suitcase and then admitted once again to killing his son.

IMPD arrived on

the scene once again with more reason for forced entry. Blood was allegedly found at the entryway of the apartment along with in the bathroom.

Neither Dibiah or Nakota were at the scene.

IMPD pulled the apartment’s surveillance footage from Sunday morning where they allegedly saw Dibiah make three trips to his Jeep, loading something into it each time. Also allegedly seen in that footage was Dibiah throwing a bag into the apartment complex trash bin.

On Tuesday, Dibiah was found in Missouri, without Nakota. Dibiah was detained by Missouri State Highway Patrol officers while his vehicle was searched.

Allegedly found in the

back of Dibiah’s Jeep were several areas of possible blood stains.

IMPD detectives went to Macon County Jail, where Dibiah was, to question him. He declined to comment.

Dibiah has been formally charged in Marion County with one count of murder.

He is currently being held without bond in Macon County Jail.

According to the probable cause affidavit, Nakota’s mother reached out to the Department of Child Services to make a report of a statement, also noted in the probable cause affidavit, that Nakota had made to her.

“Oh, I’m dead. Don’t expect me to come home, my dad is going to kill me,” Nakota told his mother upon Continued on Page 6

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Mississinewa 1812 canceled for 2020

By Sean Douglas news@thepaperofwabash.com

Jeff Kramer shows off the Tall Sycamore of the Wabash award. Photo by Lori Overmyer

Kramer receives Tall Sycamore of the Wabash

By Lori Overmyer news@thepaperofwabash.com

On Saturday, July 25, the Wabash River Defenders celebrated 10 years of cleaning out the river with 193 volunteers, and the awarding of the “Tall Sycamore of the Wabash” to steadfast volunteer Jeff Kramer.

“This is totally unexpected,” Kramer said of the honor. “It is important to me and my wife, Mary.”

Kramer has been invovled with the River Defenders for several years.

He has conducted water sampling on 12 tributaries every other week for one year, serving the group’s IDEM grant.

“He has stood in creeks in 20 degree weather while snow falls on the ice to obtain and grab samples,” Mike Beauchamp, Wabash River Defenders president.

For this 10-year anniversary, 193 volunteers were rewarded with a much cleaner Wabash River than they found 10 years ago. Cumulatively, the Defenders have collected 136 tons of debris. This year they added 84 tires to the 5,034 tires collected in the past, a much lower number than expected.

Rollin McCoart, Wabash resident and 10-year volunteer, is a self-described “river rat.” He started volunteering because he grew up fishing and camping on the Wabash. “I wouldn’t miss being here for the world,” he said.

Part of the reward for McCoart is how much cleaner they find the river today.

According to McCoart, in the early years the Wabash River had a lot of debris because farmers unknowingly used the river as a dump. Others also find the river a convenient place to dump inconvenient items such as guns, used furniture, small buildings, clothing, and other surprises.

Bobby Cash has served as the dump coordinator from the beginning. He was stationed at Paradise Spring to help the teams sort debris into trash, recycling, tires, and appliances. He said that not much coming from the river surprises him, but a car and the front of school bus got his attention.

Sponsors for this year’s event were the Wabash River Heritage Corridor Commission, Thomas Technology, Whitley Environmental, Knights of Columbus, Wabash City Street and Parks Departments, Wabash County Solid Waste District, White Rock, and US Army Corps of Engineers.

For months, Mississinewa Battlefield Society officials held out hope that they would be able to have their annual event this coming fall.

But with the alarming spike in COVID-19 cases throughout the country, they made the difficult decision to cancel Mississinewa 1812, originally scheduled for October 9-11.

“It is with great sorrow that we announce that Mississinewa 1812, which was scheduled to take place has been cancelled,” the Mississinewa Battlefield Society released in a statement earlier this week. “The executive officers and directors of the Mississinewa Battlefield Society did not make this decision lightly, and followed the course of due diligence as far as it possibly could while allowing for reopening phases to occur, which resulted in the realization that due to the unpredictable risk that COVID-19 presents to our participants and visitors, and the inability to fully secure a safe and socially distant environment that would meet the State and Local requirements, we have been forced to cancel our 33rd year.

“Mississinewa 1812

A re-enactor paddles his way along the river at the Mississinewa 1812 battle field. Photo by Joseph Slacian

is operated by a 100 percent volunteered not-for-profit organization that prides ourselves on the ability of a collective group to provide an event where education, preservation of culture and history, and tradition are had each year, and trust us, we are most deeply saddened that we will not be able to gather, educate, and entertain this year.

If all goes according to plan, and the COVID-19 pandemic is brought under control, Mississinewa 1812 will have its 33rd annual fall extravaganza on October 1-3, 2021, with a plethora of exciting updates and changes.

“We have met many

obstacles in the past that we have over-

We continue to work toward making Mississinewa 1812 a most grand event for 2021, which includes a new and enlarged battlefield, a new vendor road, a new British camp, and a new Native Longhouse.

“So, in the meantime, hold on to hope, stay sane, and stay healthy and we will see you on the banks of the Mississinewa.”

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MSD announces plans for reopening schools The Metropolitan School District of Wabash County board met on Tuesday July 14.

During this meeting the board approved the proposed plan for school re-entry. A document outlining the plan was released to families, students and the public on Wednesday via the school corporation’s Facebook page and website.

According to the plan, MSDWC officials will: Teach and reinforce good hygiene meas-

ures such as hand washing, covering coughs, and face coverings. All staff will be trained on COVID19 prior to the start of the school year.

Provide hand soap and hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol and paper towels in bathrooms, classrooms, and frequently trafficked areas. Hand washing will be in the preferred method for hand cleaning and will be encouraged during transitional times.

Post signage in

classrooms, hallways and entrances to communicate how to stop the spread of COVID19 preventative measures (including staying home when sick), good hygiene, and school/district specific protocols.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces at least daily and shared objects after each use.

Allow students and staff to bring hand sanitizer and face masks/coverings to use.

Take steps to ensure all water sys-

tems and features are safe.

Turn off water fountains and allow students and staff to bring water bottles.

Ensure ventilation systems operate properly and increase circulation of outdoor air as much as possible, as long as this does not pose a safety or health risk to students or staff.

Conduct deep cleaning of schools prior to students and staff returning; schedule additional cleanings as needed.

Encourage students and staff to clean their devices at the beginning of the school day; other materials such as book bags are encouraged to be cleaned at home.

Also, on the document, it was explained that the state of Indiana is providing masks to all of the students. At certain times, such as on the bus, students will be required to wear a mask, but at other times, masks are optional.

Additional PPE will be provided as needed by the state.

In the “Health Protocol” section of the plan, it is outlined that students and employees will be excluded from school if they test positive for COVID-19 or exhibit one or more of the symptoms of COVID-19.

“At a minimum, we will require individuals to self-screen before coming to school or the building,” MSD officials

stated in the plan.

“Students and employees exhibiting one or more of the symptoms of COVID19 without being otherwise explained are prohibited from coming to school and if they do come to school, they will be sent home immediately.”

In terms of medical inquiries, federal law typically limits the type of medical inquiries that can be made, but given the nature of the pandemic, more leeway has been given to districts/schools in this circumstance to make additional medical inquiries of staff and students than would otherwise be allowed.

If a parent tells the school that a student is ill, the school may ask the parent whether the student is exhibiting any symptoms of COVID19; if an employee calls in sick or appears ill, the school can inquire as to whether the employee is experiencing and COVID-19 symptoms; if a person is obviously ill, the school may make additional inquiries and may exclude the person from school property.

Even without symptoms, if a students or employee has recently had contact with a person with a suspected or confirmed case of the virus or has someone in their home who is being tested, the school may exclude the student or employee from the school building and recommend that they

self-isolate for 14 calendar days.

As for students going to the nurse’s clinic to be seen and treated, there will be a separate clinical space for those who are demonstrating COVID-19 symptoms.

Only essential staff assigned to the room may enter and must wear appropriate PPE. Students who are ill will be walked out of the building to their parents.

If there is a confirmed case that a person infected with COVID-19 was on school property, the infected person or the parent/guardian will inform the school principal upon confirmation. The school will contact the local health department immediately as well as the Indiana Department of Education. MSDWC will work with the local health department to assess factors such as the likelihood of exposure to employees and students in the building, the number of cases in the community and other factors that will determine building or district closure. All closure days will become eLearning days, with the goal of reopening as soon as possible.

As soon as the school becomes aware of a student or employee who has been exposed to or has been diagnosed with COVID-19, the custodial staff with be informed so that impacted buildings, bus areas, furnishing,

and equipment are thoroughly disinfected.

Learning accommodations will be made for students who are not able to attend school for an extended period of time.

The plan also outlines how transporting students, entering school buildings, serving meals, large group gatherings, teaching and learning, and the calendar will be altered to ensure the safety of students and staff.

The changes are as follows: For transporting students, MSDWC will: Provide hand sanitizer for students and bus drivers; provide and require face masks for bus drivers and students while on bus; add drop off/pick up stops at each school to eliminate shuttling; clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces on the bus at least daily; circulate outdoor air as much as possible; not allow sharing of items between students; establish protocols for assigned seating, loading/unloading students; limit field trips.

For entering school buildings, MSDWC will: Establish a protocol for students/staff who feel ill or experience symptoms when they come to school; limit mixing of groups to the extent possible; limit and pre-approve visitors; recommend face masks for all visitors; Continued on Page 5

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Deadline nears for FSA committee nominations Officials from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) are reminding farmers and ranchers that they have until Aug. 3, to nominate eligible candidates to serve on local FSA county committees.

Agricultural producers who participate or cooperate in an FSA program, including the current Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, may be nominated for candidacy for the county committee.

Individuals may nominate themselves or others as a candidate.

Eric Armentrout, Executive Director for FSA in Wabash County said each year an election is held in a

Local Administrative Area (LAA) where a committee member’s three-year term is expiring. For 2020, an election will be held in LAA 1, which includes Pleasant and Chester Townships.

“The August 3 deadline is quickly approaching,” said Armentrout. “If you know of a great candidate or want to nominate yourself to serve on your local county

MSD plans establish building specific protocols for student drop off/pick up.

As for serving meals, MSDWC will: Encourage student hand washing before and after meal service; provide hand sanitizer for students and staff; eliminate selfserve food lines; encourage social distancing as practicable, may utilize additional spaces; not allow sharing food; utilize prepackaged food as much as possible; use disposable utensils; conduct cleaning of cafeterias and high-touch surfaces through the school day.

For large group gatherings, MSDWC will: Discourage the congregation of people in parking lots and common areas; identify and utilize large spaces such as gymnasiums, auditoriums, and outdoor spaces for social distancing; follow Indiana High School Athletic Associations guidelines for sporting events.

As for teaching and learning, MSDWC will: Balance class numbers as much as possible to maximize social distancing; remove unused desks and furniture in classrooms and maximize social distancing to the extent practicable; utilize large space such as gymnasiums, auditoriums, and outside spaces for social distancing; conduct

cleaning of classrooms and high touch surfaces each day; provide hand sanitizer for students and staff; limit physical interaction through partner or group work; assign seating in classrooms; continue to provide instructional support as needed; prepare for potential remote learning in the event schools must close.

For Special Education, schools will male needed adjustments during

committee, contact your FSA office before the deadline to submit the nomination form.

I especially encourage the nomination of beginning farmers and ranchers as well as women and minorities. This is your opportunity to have a say in how federal programs are delivered in your county.”

Nationwide, more than 7,700 dedicated members of the agri-

cultural community serve on FSA county committees. The committees are made of three to 11 members and typically meet once a month.

Members serve threeyear terms. Producers serving on FSA county committees play a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the agency.

To be eligible to serve on an FSA county committee, a person must participate or cooperate in an agency administered program and reside in the LAA where the election is being held.

A complete list of eligibility requirements, more information and nomination forms are available at fsa.usda.gov/elec-

...continued from Page 4 this time to develop the best educational plan for our students with disabilities.

Conferences will continue to be held virtually whenever applicable.

For the school year calendar, MSDWC will replace scheduled eLearning days on Sept. 18 and Oct. 8 with in person school days; schedule parent/teacher conferences virtually or over the phone.

The plan also highlighted some impor-

tant dates to remind parents and students of: Online registration will be open from July 27-Aug. 5 through Skyward.

Onsite registration will be offered on two days: South Schools on August 3 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; and North Schools on Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

First day of school for the 2020-21 school year will be Aug. 11.

tions.

To be considered, a producer must sign an FSA-669A nomination form. All nomination forms for the

2020 election must be postmarked or received in the local FSA county office by Aug. 3, 2020.

The local office is

located at 599 Bryan Ave., Wabash.Ballots will be mailed to eligible voters beginning Nov. 2, 2020.

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Somerset prepares for the future with a fiscal sponsorship Somerset, located at the southern edge of Wabash County, overlooking the Mississinewa Reservoir and off of State Road 13, is a residential community of around 400 people.

In the 1960s, Somerset was moved from its original location along the Mississinewa River when Mississinewa reservoir was built.

To relocate, the Somerset Relocation D e v e l o p m e n t Corporation (SDRC) divided the new land into plots to be sold.

The proceeds from the land sales would then be used to sustain the community’s fire station, playgrounds and parks, community building, street lights, and other amenities not covered with tax dollars.

Over the past 50 years, the cost to

maintain the public spaces has nearly depleted the land sale funds. Seeking a longterm solution, the SDRC created the S o m e r s e t P re s e r vat i o n Committee, and member Jay Driskill sought fundraising help from the C o m m u n i t y Foundation.

How could the Somerset P re s e r vat i o n Committee do charitable work without being organized as a charity? How could the Committee raise funds to improve and preserve Somerset’s public spaces?

Executive Director Patty Grant, offered a fiscal sponsorship arrangement with the C o m m u n i t y Foundation.

With a fiscal sponsorship, the Somerset P re s e r vat i o n Committee, which is

not a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization, would be able to use the tax-exempt status of the Community Foundation and address their community needs without starting their own n o n p r o f i t .

Additionally, by using the Community Foundation’s taxexempt status, individuals who donate to the sustainability and preservation initiatives of the Somerset P re s e r vat i o n Committee are able to receive a charitable tax deduction.

A fiscal sponsorship partnership allows the Somerset P re s e r vat i o n Committee to focus on its goals and mission without needing to handle the administrative tasks and gift receipting required of a tax-exempt organization.

When an organization becomes fiscally sponsored by the C o m m u n i t y Foundation, a nonpermanent fund is created in order for the C o m m u n i t y Foundation to collect and administer contributions and make grants in support of the sponsored organization’s charitable work. Driskill and the S o m e r s e t P re s e r vat i o n Committee’s initial goal is to raise $20,000 for the fund before requesting any grants. This dollar amount will help the fund grow and also provide hundreds of dollars in funding for Somerset’s public spaces, amenities, and playground without depleting the fund. While a non-permanent fund can be spent down, the S o m e r s e t P re s e r vat i o n

Committee intends to maintain the fund at the Community Foundation indefinitely.

“We hope residents will consider a gift to preserve their beloved home, perhaps on an annual basis, or through their will. A fund at the Community Foundation provides a vehicle for our community to preserve and maintain the beautiful place it is,” says Jay Driskill.

To support the efforts of the Somerset Community, visit cfwabash.org to donate to the S o m e r s e t Preservation Fund or mail a check with S o m e r s e t Preservation Fund in the memo line to the C o m m u n i t y Foundation, 105 W. Second St., Suite 100, North Manchester, IN 46962.

Nakota learning that he would be spending the weekend with his father, according to the affidavit. Nakota feared that his father was still upset at him for hanging up the phone because he did not want to talk with him, it continued.

At this time, it is unclear if action was taken once the report

Jones ...continued from Page 1 Jessica and Jason Strickler all of Wabash. She is a 2018 graduate of Wabash High School.

This fall she will be a junior at IU Kokomo where she is majoring in public administration and health management.

Jones will represent Wabash County at the Indiana State Festivals Pageant in January at the Marriott Hotel in Indianapolis.

Stage decorations for the pageant, a large “30” to represent the 30th year of the pageant, and two large figures of women wearing ballgowns, were provided by Jon Vanderpool. Escorts for the evening were Alix Winer and Luke Winer.

Karen Walker was the on-stage coordinator. Scorekeepers were Connie George and Beth Miller.

Also helping with the pageant were Tri Kappa members who helped back stage and in the dressing rooms.

Pageant directors are: Bev Vanderpool, Patty Meagher, Kara Fulmer, Teresa Ridgeway and Makayla Ridgeway.

...continued from Page 2 was made by Nakota’s mother.

According to Noelle Russell, deputy director of communications, “state statute prohibits DCS from commenting on involvement or lack thereof with a family.”

Although comment cannot be made on the specific case, DCS

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releases the following statement regarding the Nakota Kelly investigation: “The hardest thing the Indiana Department of Child Services is called to do in its service to Hoosier families is investigate the death of a child. We grieve the loss of every child and will work with our state and local partners, including the court and law enforcement, throughout the investigation regarding Nakota Kelly to ensure we are all doing our part to keep Indiana’s children safe.”

Nakota’s mother took to Facebook asking for help finding her son. Her post read “Please make this go viral I need help my son’s dad ran with Nakota they caught him in Missouri without Nakota.”

The post was shared 1.6 thousand times, and her Facebook page was flooded with prayers from family, friends, and strangers demanding “#justicefornakota.”

Officials from Bachelor Creek Church of Christ, where Nakota attended, also held a prayer vigil on Tuesday.

Nakota’s Little League baseball team also honored him by saving a spot for him

in the line-up, on the field and at the end of the game on Tuesday.

In an email sent to the community of the Metropolitan School District of Wabash County, Metro North Elementary School principal Janette Moore shared these words of Nakota: “Nakota was a ball of energy, he loved to read, he was kind and a great friend to others. He had the ability to melt you with a smile and a shrug. He had the incredible talent and ability to make amazing sound effects (I was often in awe of this raw talent). He was active at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ and would go out of his way to say hi if you ran into him at Walmart or the grocery or at the ballpark or at church. He was smart and one of the fastest kids I’ve seen on the playground. He was wiry and energetic, and just fun to be around.”

Police are still searching for Nakota’s body and are asking the public to call Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana with any tips or information. Tips made are completely anonymous.

Crime Stoppers can be reached at 317-2628477.

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Babe of Wabash County plans fundraiser Officials from Babe of Wabash County, a fiscally sponsored nonprofit of the C o m m u n i t y Foundation, will be hosting a drive-in movie fundraiser on Monday, Aug. 3, to raise money to establish a Babe Store in Wabash County.

The mission of Babe of Wabash County is to create positive, healthy family cultures through building community connections, providing educational materials, and offering resources for families in Wabash County. All contributions to the Babe of Wabash County Fund at the C o m m u n i t y Foundation will be used to support the charitable programs and activities of the Babe Store.

Katey Till, the founder of Babe of Wabash County, wanted to bring a Babe Store to our community due to her passion for assisting pregnant women, new mothers, and families with young children by helping to provide them with the resources and tools to provide a healthy and supportive environment for babies and young children.

Till draws her inspiration for the Babe Store from Babe of Whitley County, founded in 2001, which helps 1,200 individuals annually in Whitley County and has dozens of community partners.

“My goal for Babe of Wabash County is to help give families an accumulative advantage from the moment

they find out they are pregnant until their child starts Kindergarten,” said Till. “We not only want to serve as a resource for families but be a place where moms and dads can come and be part of a community that is welcoming and nonj u d g m e n t a l .

Everything Babe of Wabash County does is for the benefit of young children. We want to give children a great start to life, so that when they are ready to start school, they have already been set up for success.”

Babe of Wabash County will be comprised of two programs. The first program is the Babe Store, which is incentive-based and is designed to provide

items including diapers and wipes to families with tangible needs. Instead of paying for these items with cash, items will be provided in exchange for coupons which are earned at partnering community vendors, which include any organization that promotes good health, education, and connection.

For example, when a parent takes their child to the library for story-time, they may receive one or more coupons for each eligible child. The second featured program is education and community-based and includes classes and support groups for pregnant women and families with children from ages zero to five.

Some of these classes may include children learning through play and stations, a Learning Lab, Playdates, and a Mom’s group. Till also hopes to offer classes that teach good nutrition.

Currently, Babe of Wabash County is working to organize an online mom’s group that can meet on a virtual platform in addition to organiz-

ing online live chats through Facebook for family participation.

Those interested in these virtual sessions, can visit Babe of Wabash County’s Facebook page.

In regard to fundraising and donations, Till says Babe of Wabash County’s greatest needs are monetary donations and a location to get the store off the ground. Anyone interested in permanently or temporarily donating or offering space for rent to Babe of Wabash County can contact Katey Till at babeofwabashinc@g mail.com.

The fundraiser will take place on Monday, August 3rd, from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. at the 13-24 Drive-In in Wabash. The movie showing will be Shrek. For individuals unable to attend the fundraiser, donations can be made through the C o m m u n i t y Foundation website, cfwabash.org, or mailed to the C o m m u n i t y Foundation at 105 West Second Street, Suite 100, North Manchester, Ind. 46962.

Student earns scholarship: Japheth Niccum received the Joshua Paul Smith Memorial Scholarship Award during the preschool graduation ceremony on July 18th at Emmanuel Christian School. He is a 10th grade student at Emmanuel and the son of Chad and Choni Niccum of Wabash. Presenting the award were Jason Corn (Joshua’s brother), Jaiya Corn (Joshua’s neice) and Jericho Corn (Joshua’s nephew). Pictured, from left, Japheth, Jason, Jaiya and Jericho. Photo provided.

James Michael Wolfe Jr. James Michael Wolfe Jr. was born at 9:56 a.m. July 12 to PFC James & Mrs. James Wolfe, Fort Wainright, Alaska.

The baby weithed 8 pounds, 11 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long.

His mother is the former Joshlynn Musall.

Grandparents are Owen and Heather Wolfe, Wabash, and Josh and Samantha Musall, Macy.

Great-grandparents are Carolyn Daily, Peru; Yvonne Reeves of New York; Mike and Terry Wilso, Wabash; and Don and Cathleen Phipps of Ohio.

Great-great-grandmother is Julia Kinney, Ohio.

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2 concerts coming to drive-in The 13-24 Drive In, operated by The Honeywell Foundation, is pleased to announce additional live programming following two successful, backto-back live performances of for King & Country. The 13-24 Drive in will bring Aaron Lewis and Ira Dean on Aug. 21 and Austin French with JJ Weeks on Aug. 23.

Aaron Lewis with special guest Ira Dean will perform on Friday, Aug. 21 at 8 p.m. EST – Outlaw country star Aaron Lewis returns to Wabash for a special acoustic outdoor concert featuring hits including “That Ain’t Country,” “Grandaddy’s Gun,” “Country Boy,” and

“State I’m In.” He’ll be joined by Dean of Trick Pony, known for their hit “Pour Me.” Dean’s solo career features the song, “Somethin’ ‘bout a Sunday” was filmed in Wabash.

Lewis, who fronted the wildly-successful rock group, Staind, has sold 13 million albums worldwide and had four consecutive top-three debuts on Billboard’s Top 200, including his single “It’s Been Awhile,” which remains the mostplayed rock song of the decade. Lewis’ third solo country album “State I’m In (The Valory Music Co.)” debuted at number one on the Country Albums chart in 2019, which followed the success

of his 2016 project “Sinner.” “State I’m In” features Dean in “Can’t Take Back” and “It Keeps On Workin’” along with seven other guest features.

Tickets went on sale to the public on Tuesday, July 28, at 10 a.m. EST by visiting 1324DriveIn.com/ Aaron-Lewis or calling the Honeywell Foundation Box Office at 260.563.1102.

Tickets are sold on a per-vehicle basis and allow for admission of up to six guests.

Price is determined by row: $150, $175, $250, and $320.

The Wake Up Sleeper Drive-In Tour starring Austin French & JJ Weeks will take place on Sunday, Aug. 23 at 4 p.m.

Contemporary Christian artist French is bringing his Wake Up Sleeper Drive In Tour to Wabash and will feature his hit singles “Freedom Hymn,” “Born Again,” “Why God,” and his latest single “Wake Up Sleeper.” French will be joined by guest JJ Weeks.

Rising contemporary Christian artist French has lived a lot of life in his 26 years.

Hailing from smalltown Cordele, Georgia, French has spent time in LA competing on reality singing competitions including ABC’s “Rising Star” and NBC’s “The Voice.”

French’s debut single “Freedom Hymn” received radio play and ultimately

peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart. French was nominated for the 2019 New Artist of the Year GMA Dove Award.

This performance is sponsored

by Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Centre.

Tickets go on sale to the public on Tuesday, July 28 at 10 a.m. EST by visiting 1324DriveIn.com/ Austin-French or calling the Honeywell Foundation Box Office at 260-563-1102.

Tickets are sold on a per-vehicle basis and allow for admission of up to 6 guests.

Price is determined by row: $80, $100, $120, and $250.

ISSMA band competition canceled

can still grow together as musicians and people. We can still enjoy playing music together. We will shift our focus to that and work to do some of the traditions the students enjoy so much in some different ways. It is already a season no one will forget.”

Due to the pandemic, this year’s season had already seen significant changes starting with no spring practice, a shortened and modified band camp schedule, no Funfest parade, and adjustments to the 2020 show.

Marching bands have been following the reopening guidelines released by the IDOE that all school activities including athletics must follow.

According to Huber, the marching band is one of the hardest working and most successful groups at Manchester Junior Senior High School.

Normally practices are held regularly over the summer

including a two-week band camp of daily eight-hour practices.

Once school starts the band normally practices 2-3 times a week in the evening with

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The band performs at sporting events, competitions, pep rallies, parades, and concerts.

This year the band is planning to continue a season minus competition.

They will have a few rehearsals this summer to prepare for football games. The band is planning to perform at all games and will explore additional performance opportunities.

This year’s Squire Band has 36 members.

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On Wednesday July 15, the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) announced the cancelation of the fall marching band events because due to the lack of possibility of social distancing which would put everyone involved at risk for the spread of COVID-19.

The announcement was received by Manchester Band Director Jeff Huber in the middle of practice with the marching band. Staff and students are disappointed by the news.

Normally, the Squire Band competes in the class called Scholastic B for smaller schools with marching bands of 55 students or less. They have advanced to Scholastic Finals 5 times in the last 7 years.

Band members were looking forward to going back to finals after falling just short of advancing last year breaking a three-year streak of advancing.

“Losing the competition part of the marching season is a big loss. The experiences will be missed of performing for judges, getting feedback, seeing other bands perform, meeting other band members from all over Indiana, and the thrill finding out where you placed,” said Huber.

“But, we can still perform for our school and community. We

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Where the Bible is still God’s inspired, inerrant word and is proclaimed every Sunday Our New Pastor is Wabash’s Tom Richards.

Our Worship Service begins at 10:00 A.M.

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John Shaw (from left) watches a putt as Jeff Morris, Jim Monce and Luke Watson look on during second-round action of the 2020 Wabash County Men’s Amateur Golf Tourney. Shaw went on to win the 2020 men’s title by one stroke. Photo by Harold V. Chatlosh

Shaw wins county’s 2020 men’s tourney John Shaw edged Jeff Morris by one stroke to capture the 2020 Wabash County Men’s Golf Amateur Tournament over the weekend.

Shaw shot a twoday total of 164 to capture the title.

Morris was the net champion with a score of 150.

The tourney took place July 25-26. The first day was hosted

by Honeywell Golf Course and the second at Etna Acres Golf Course.

The First Flight championship was decided with a one hole play off between Jim Winget and Aaron Parson, both had two day totals of 186. Jim won the playoff with a par on

hole one.

The net winner was Mitchell Morris with a 153.

Senior Flight (age 50-59) champion was Todd Stoffel with a total of 156 while the net winner was Ed Tackett with 154.

Super Senior Flight (men age 60-69) champion was Jeff Bosler with a two day total of 155 while the net winner was Jim Sprowl shooting 162.

The Super, Super Senior Flight (70 plus) champion was Dan Bickel with a 163. He beat Len Cross by two strokes.

Len is the net winner with 147.

Dayna Dale is the Ladies Champion shooting a 166.

Dayna Dale won the Ladies Amateur Golf Tourney by firing a 166.

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Scenes from the Wabash County Amateur

Photos by Harold V. Chatlosh

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

Funeral Homes Michael Monroe, 63

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Eleanor Wells, 83

Loved God

Excellent cook

July 8, 1957 – July 25, 2020

Nov. 11, 1936 – July 22, 2020

Michael Ray Monroe, 63, of Wabash, peacefully went to be with the Lord, on Saturday, July 25, 2020 surrounded by his family.

He was born on Monday, July 8, 1957 in Wabash, to Franklin Junior Monroe and Regina B. (Griffith) Monroe Haney.

Mike married Lisa (Schue) Hudson, in Wabash, on July 1, 1989.

He was a United States Veteran. He was a licensed Realtor, worked at the Peabody Retirement Home in North Manchester as maintenance supervisor for 10 years, owned his own painting, mowing, and rental business in Wabash, enjoyed flipping houses, and owned and operated Abundant Life Property. He was a member of Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church.

Mike loved God, his grandchildren, fishing, working, talking to people, never met a stranger, and also enjoyed Diet Coke.

He is survived by his wife, Lisa Monroe of Wabash; three sons, Jeremy (Bridie) Monroe of Wabash, Robert Hudson of Seattle, Wash., and Brett (Sarah) Hudson of Nashville, Tenn.; five grandchildren, Beckett, Adelaide, Charlotte, and Thatcher Monroe, all of Wabash, and Clara Hudson of Nashville, Tenn.; mother and step father, Regina B. (Robert) Monroe Haney of Wabash; two brothers, David Monroe of Wabash, and Thomas Monroe of Phoenix, Ariz.; and two sisters, Dorothy Monroe of Indianapolis, and Sierra Monroe of Wabash; and very special aunt, Marilyn Griffith of Wabash.

He was preceded in death by his father, Franklin “Cooger” Monroe.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020, at Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church, 129 Southwood Drive, Wabash, with Pastor Terry Hinds officiating. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash.

Friends may call 3-7 p.m. Friday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash.

Preferred memorials are the Emmanuel Christian School or ALS Association.

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

Eleanor Wells, 83, of LaFontaine, died at 7:15 a.m., July 22, 2020 at Rolling Meadows Healthcare Center in LaFontaine.

She was born Nov. 11, 1936 in Martin, Ky. to Paul and Eva (Kilborn) Samons.

Eleanor married Darvin Wells in Clintwood, Virginia on February 24, 1966; he died June 25, 2008. She retired from Wagner’s in Wabash.

Eleanor attended Wabash Friends Church. She was an excellent cook, enjoyed her dog “Ginny,” and especially loved her family.

She is survived by daughter, Rosella “Rose” (Don) Smalley of Wabash; and her sister, Loretta (Dick) Marshall of Dunning, Neb. She was also preceded in death by her parents, 3 sisters, and 4 brothers.

Funeral services were Friday, July 24, 2020, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with David Phillips officiating.

Entombment was in the Chapel of Remembrance Mausoleum at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Honorary pallbearers are Don Phillips, Doug Wells, Jerry Proffitt, Tanner Proffitt, Tyler Proffitt, and Nathan Herron.

Preferred memorial is Animal Shelter of Wabash County.

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

Melinda Schnepp, 69 Former missionary Nov. 28, 1950 – July 17, 2020

Melinda Ann Schnepp, 69, of North Manchester, died at 2:13 p.m., Friday, July 17, 2020 at Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Center in Wabash. She was born Nov. 28, 1950 in Wabash to Charles and Jeannette Mae (Schmalzried) Schnepp.

Melinda graduated from Northfield High School in 1969 and attended Manchester University for 4 years. She worked as a missionary for several years after college. Melinda ultimately ended back in Indiana where she worked at Pathfinder Services for several years. She was a member of North Manchester Missionary Church. Melinda loved the Lord and always worked to help others while she was able.

She is survived by a sister, Christine Johnson of Savannah, Ga.; and brother, Todd (Lisa) Schnepp of rural Wabash. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Craig Schnepp.

Burial will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery, Urbana. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Bender Chapel, North Manchester.

Preferred memorial is American Cancer Society.

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

Donald Miller, 101 U.S. Navy veteran Jan. 4, 1919 – July 26, 2020

Donald Milton Miller, 101, of Wabash, died at 8:20 a.m., on Sunday, July 26, 2020 at Miller’s Merry Manor West in Wabash.

He was born on Saturday, Jan. 4, 1919 in Covington, Indiana, to George and Cecil A. (Johnson) Guerin.

Don was a U.S. Navy veteran serving on a P.T. Boat in the Pacific. He married Alma Stumbo in Wabash in 1942; she died April 28, 1998. Don worked at General Tire in Wabash, retiring after 35 years.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 15, and the Wabash VFW Post 286. Don was a St. Louis Cardinals fan and also enjoyed NASCAR. He is survived by his son, Mick (Sue) Miller of Brownsburg; six grandchildren including, Marcey (Corey) Stone of Marion, Martyn Miller of Nashville, Tenn., and Michelle Miller of Land O Lakes, Fla.; five great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and his special friend, Pauline Ward of Wabash.

He was also preceded in death by his parents; son, Jack Miller; three brothers; six sisters; and three grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Monday, Aug. 3, 2020, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with Pastor Terry Hinds officiating. Burial will be in Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion.

Friends may call 9:30-11 a.m. Monday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is American Legion Post 15.

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

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Donald Courtney, 75

Jack Miracle, 78

Loved woodworking

Former Container Corporation employee

Sept. 8, 1944 – July 17, 2020

Jan. 9, 1942 – July 18, 2020

Donald Lee Courtney, 75, of Harford City, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. Donald was born on Sept. 8, 1944, in Wabash, to the late Rudolph and Emma (Mettler) Courtney.

Donald married Margaret Wilson on Aug. 14, 1995; she passed away on Feb. 3, 2020. He worked for the Container Corporation of Wabash for over thirty years.

Donald loved woodworking and he made several items for family and friends. He loved being with family and friends, but most important to him was his love of the Lord.

Donald is survived by one son, Anthony (Stacie) Courtney, of Marion; eight grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; one brother, Robert (Alecia) Courtney, of Wabash and one sister, Donna (Danny) Steele, of Wabash; brother-in-law, Ora E. Wilson, of Hartford City and his beloved dog, Reece. He was preceded in death by one brother and one sister.

Funeral services and visitation were Monday, July 27, 2020 at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash, with Pastor Troy Kaufman officiating.

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Jack Miracle, 78, of Wabash, surrounded by his loving family entered into Heaven at 12:01 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2020. He was born in Harlan, Ky., on Jan. 9, 1942, to the late Brown and Cleo (Boriff) Miracle.

Jack married Marjorie Joann King on Oct. 31, 1984; she passed away on Aug. 17, 2013. He retired from the Container Corporation of Wabash. Jack was a former member of the Moose Lodge #1195, Wabash.

Jack is survived by son, Timothy A. (Jennifer) Miracle, of Wabash; daughters, Ramona Miracle-Deschryuer, of Pompano Beach, Fla. and Tawna Smith, of Wabash; brother, Jim Miracle, of Kokomo; sisters, Sue Eltzroth and Marjorie Miracle, both of Wabash; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services and visitation were Friday, July 24, 2020 at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash, with Pastor Tim Morrisett officiating. Burial followed at Friends Cemetery in Wabash.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

Promise to Promote Pollinators

By Leesa Metzger Just imagine your dining table without the delectable fruits of apples, blueberries, cherries and peaches or the versatile pumpkin or zucchini. Flowering plants and their associated pollinators are responsible for the vast majority of our food: an estimated one out of every four mouthfuls of food and beverage.

Pollinators are also crucial, directly or indirectly, for production of dyes, medicines and fibers such as cotton.

Pollinators also sustain plant communities by pollinating native plants that provide food, nesting and shelter for wildlife.

Pollinators include

Leesa Metzger butterflies, moths, beetles, hummingbirds, bats, flies and wasps. In North America 99% of pollinators are insects and of those, most are bees.

As honey bees gather pollen and nectar for their survival, they pollinate crops such as apples, cranberries, melons and broccoli. Some crops, including blueberries and cherries, are 90percent dependent on

Walter “Ed” Oliver, 72 Enjoyed fishing Dec. 5, 1947 – July 25, 2020 Walter “Ed” Oliver, North Manchester died July 25, 2020. He was born Dec. 5, 1947.

Calling is Aug. 2 from 1-4 p.m., at Congregational Christian Church, North Manchester.

Arrangements entrusted to McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

honey bee pollination; one crop, almonds, depends entirely on the honey bee for pollination at bloom time.

Each year American farmers and growers continue to feed more people using less land. They produce an abundance of food that is nutritious and safe.

Honey bees are very much a part of this modern agricultural success story. It’s estimated that there are about 2.4 million colonies in the U.S. today, two-thirds of which travel the country each year pollinating crops and producing honey and beeswax.

Unfortunately pollinators are in perilous decline. Yet gardeners can be a positive influence on pollinator

populations and diversity if we all do our part to plant pollinator-friendly gardens.

A pollinatorfriendly garden is also a people-friendly garden as we enjoy many of the same plants. We just need to add a few elements to provide pollinators with food, water, shelter and a nice place to raise the “kids”.

Here are a few of the basics for a pollinator-friendly garden. Food for pollinators is generally provided by flower nectar and pollen; however, some pollinators such as butterflies need specific plants such as milkweeds for monarchs to serve as food for caterpillars.

To attract particular pollinators conduct

additional research to determine their needs during each of their life stages.

Good pollinator plants include asters, beebalm, native roses, agastache, purple coneflower, black eyed susans, salvia, daylilies, sedum, bellflowers, hollyhocks, snapdrag ons, sunflowers, foxglove, mints, tomatoes, butterfly bush, goldenrod, larkspur, milkweeds, herbs and many more bee-utiful flowers. Stop by our nursery in North Manchester for a great selection for flowering perennials and shrubs!

When possible choose native plants and not cultivars of native plants.

Ornamental changes within cultivated plants may not

provide the necessary attributes of a good pollinator flower.

Exotic plants such as butterfly bush can provide food for bees and butterflies but cannot sustain the complete life cycle of pollinator insects. In addition, native plants provide food for a greater diversity of pollinators.

Plant masses of similar flowers and design areas to have flowers blooming all season. Aim for a variety of flowers blooming at once.

Add easy-to-grow annual seeds such as zinnia and sunflower to existing perennial flower gardens to support flower diversity.

Allow spaces between masses of flowers to provide shelter from wind and cold. Leave dead stems over the winter

to provide shelter and nesting areas.

If you are worried about luring something into your garden that can sting, keep in mind bees are not bullies looking for a fight. A happy bee is like a gardener in a garden center, focused on each flower.

Leesa Metzger is a former horticulture and botany teacher and owner of Metzger Landscaping & Design, LLC answers reader’s questions about gardening and landscaping. To send a question for Ask the Landscaper, contact Metzger Landscaping at 260982-4282, visit www.metzgerlan dscaping.com to send a question, or find us on Facebook.

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Police and fire reports

Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents July 16 At 3:59 p.m., a vehicle driven by Galenn R. Groves, 73, North Manchester collided struck a parked vehicle at 12038 State Road 15 North.

July 18 At 6:40 a.m., a vehicle driven by Terry G. Bassett, 62, Wabash collided with a deer on County Road 1000 North near State Road 15.

July 21 At 6:35 p.m., a vehicle driven by Austin J. Willis, 18, Wabash ran off the road on County Road 900 South near State Road 15.

At 11:20 p.m., a vehicle driven by Elizabeth M. Thomas, 28, Roann collided with a deer on County Road 800 West near County Road 800 North.

July 23 At 5:21 p.m., a vehicle driven by Judith A. Waggoner, 84, Wabash collided with a vehicle driven by Amy Dielman, 25, Macy on State Road 16 near State Road 15.

At 6:56 p.m., a vehicle driven by Alissa A. Schier, 20, Noblesville collided with a deer on State Road 15 near County Road 1050 North.

North Manchester Citations July 17 Samuel J. Dirck, 21, North Manchester cited for speed.

July 20 Heather B. Steele, 21, Lake Village, cited for speed.

Arrests July 17 Timothy S. Wheeler, 41, North Manchester arrested on a warrant for failure to appear on a charge for driving while suspended.

July 20

4:51 p.m., Timothy W. Hackworth, 31, Kimmel arrested on a warrant for leaving the scene of an accident.

Accidents July 18 At 7:32 a.m., vehicles driven by Duane L. Davis, 68, Huntington and Omar G. Moalim, 32, Burnsville, Minn.

Collided at Market and Main Streets.

Fire July 17 11:01 a.m., 400 block of State Road 13 West for medical assist.

5:51 p.m., 100 block of North Front Street for medical assist.

July 18 12:07 p.m., 400 block of West 7th Street for an alarm.

4:56 p.m., 400 block of North Elm Street for medical assist.

7:57 p.m., 400 block of West 7th Street for an alarm.

July 19

6:07 a.m., 400 block of State Road 13 West for medical assist.

July 20 9:13 a.m., 1200 block of State Road 114 West for medical assist.

3:01 p.m., 1000 block of bond Street for medical assist.

July 21 2:25 p.m., 800 block of State Road 114 West for an alarm.

July 22 1:02 p.m., 700 block of Bond Street for medical assist.

Land Transfers Tina R. Reed to Alexandra Buzzard, warranty deed.

Christopher E. Gates and Kassandra B. Wilcox to Cameron T. Gates and Vicky V. Gates, quitclaim deed.

Gary L. Akright and Kristen K. Akright to Jeffrey Henson, warranty deed.

Niko Macaluso to Mikiyas S. Legesse and Janet C. Legesse, warranty deed.

Beverly K. Dyson to Levi King and Ashley King, warranty deed.

Betty Jean Wright to Lewis K. Curless, Joy E. Curless and Curless Family Trust, warranty deed.

Howard F. Terrill, Rebecca G. Terrill and Amended and Restated Revocable Trust to Howard F. Terrill, Rebecca G. Terrill, Kent D. Terrill, and Janet M. Terrill, warranty deed.

Tyler Robert Peas to Scott Poole, warranty deed.

Alison A. Lundquist to Eric O. Lindstrom and Sara S. Lindstrom, warranty deed.

Anita L. Ketchem to Gary Glass and Patty Glass, warranty deed.

Gary D. Barnett to Nathan Culver and Lindsay J. Culver, quitclaim deed.

Philip L. Adams to Regina Lee Adams, quitclaim deed.

James R. Davis and Amanda Lynne Davis to Zach C. Albin and Rebecca Ulrich, warranty deed.

Jeri E. Hillabrand and Herb A. Hillabrand to Buzzona Investments Two LLC, personal deed.

Kenneth J. Maxwell to Carl Guingrich warranty deed.

Robert Phat to Braden M. Hobbs and Alexa B. Hobbs, warranty deed.

Marian E. Macinata to Juan M. Espinoza and Alexa B. Espinoza, warranty deed.

Bradley S. Camp and Terri L. Camp to Brett Anthony, warranty deed.

Ian A. Stallings to Lagro Canal Foundation Inc., warranty deed.

Roger D. Flitcraft to Joseph R. Flitcraft, quitclaim deed.

Benhart T. Jacobsen, Sylvia J.

Jacobsen and Benhart T. Jacobsen and Sylvia J. Jacobsen Joint Revocable Trust to Leo Ouellette III, trust deed.

Kyle F. Wieland and Rex A. Wieland to Brad O. Buckley and Kylee A. Geels, personal deed.

Paula Butcher, Herschel Butcher and Kathy L. Gardner to Kenneth R. Combs, warranty deed.

Marriage License Judith A. Stevens, 54 and Brandt Allen Shambarger, 52.

Cheri Lynn Sparks, 40 and Bradley J. Martin, 43.

Emma Elaine Winkelman, 22 and Bryce Allen Kendall, 23.

Donovan Jordan Miller, 21 and Kayli Nicole Clendenon, 21.

Regina M. Gowen, 40 and Jeremiah Johnson Meade, 39.

COVID-19 Relief Initiative Awarded to Wabash County United Fund

Officials from the Wabash County United Fund receive a check from the Community Foundation. Pictured, from left are Steve Johnson, Jim Widner, Mark Frantz, Brian Howenstine, Patty Grant and Melissa Ford.

Photo by Mandy Mahan.

Wabash County United Fund is pleased to announce that it has been approved to receive a $175,000 COVID-19 Economic Relief Initiative Grant, made possible through a partnership between Lilly Endowment, Inc. and Indiana United Ways, the state professional association of which Wabash County United Fund is a member. These special funds will be used to boost the efforts of selected area human and social service nonprofits on the frontlines of the

COVID-19 pandemic.

Wabash County United Fund has been a key coordinator of our community’s response to meet human needs for decades. Even before this crisis, we knew that a significant number of families in Wabash County were not able to make ends meet - despite working. Without local nonprofit support, those needs are bound to become even more critical. Thanks to generous support from the Lilly Endowment, Inc., we are now more strongly positioned to help our community’s nonprofits deal with the immediate impacts of COVID-19, said Mark Frantz, Board Chair for Wabash County United Fund.

C o m m u n i t y Foundation of Wabash County and United Fund have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to work cooperatively on programs related to COVID-19 emergency response and economic recovery strategies.

The Economic Relief

Initiative will provide additional support for Wabash County people in need, and will help us explore a new community agenda brought about by impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic , said Patty Grant, C o m m u n i t y Foundation Executive Director.

The COVID-19 Economic Relief Initiative Grant calls for United Ways and Funds that receive funding to leverage partnerships and relationships to help meet COVID-related essential and basic needs, which could include safe, emergency childcare, and to address other COVID-19 critical issues as they emerge. Specifically, Wabash County United Fund plans to provide funding through the C o m m u n i t y Foundation COVID-19 Assistance Fund to help meet basic needs, support local nonprofit organizations that serve people in need, advance countywide and comprehensive preparedness, and explore COVID-19

recovery strategies related to quality childcare solutions and meeting the needs of small business employees.

Individuals who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and need financial assistance for rent, utilities, childcare or medical expenses through the COVID-19 Assistance fund are encouraged to contact their township trustee, the Wabash Area M i n i s t e r i a l Association’s C o m m u n i t y Assistance Program, or REACH for an application.

Wabash County United Fund will begin accepting funding requests from area human and social service nonprofits in good standing beginning July 17, 2020.

Interested organizations should contact the Wabash County United Fund office for guidance on funding intent and application instructions.

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The Urbana Lions serve locally but are strengthened by its global service network. (LCIF) Lions Club International Foundation makes our international strength a local reality by awarding grants from funds raised all over the world.

The uses of LCIF funds are as varied as the projects that Lions clubs organize.

Each year Lions clubs here in the states receive grants that are transformed into local services.

For example: Sight First has made it possible for more than 30 million people to have restored or improved vision.

Recent grants in the states include delivery of the expansion of education and rehabilitation servic-

es for the blind and low vision persons.

Grants are used for Disaster relief. In times of disaster, Lions meet immediate needs such as food, water and clothing from LCIF. The Foundation remains committed to helping communities rebuild into the future. For example: Following Hurricane Katrina in August 2005, Lions

participated in both immediate relief and long-term reconstruction that have benefited an estimated 3 million people in four US states. Lions support the youth here in the states as well as around the world.

Over the past 25 years, 12 million young people in 80 countries and here in the states have benefited through Lions

Quest, another LCIF development program for kindergarten through 12th grade.

The NoVo Foundation awarded LCIF a $100,000 grant to support the foundation’s Global Initiative commitment to expand Lions Quest across one US school district. Wood County, West Virginia, was selected making it the largest school system wide implementation of Lions Quest in LCIF’s history.

Teachers from all over the country have been trained in Lions Quest Programs, reaching approximately 1 million students each school year. Lions clubs play an important part here in the states with meeting humanitarian needs. LCIF is active in a variety of humanitarian efforts, such as supporting the construction of homes for those with disabilities, providing vision screenings to Special Olympic athletes and building and equipping medical centers with much needed special equipment. Grants in the states include: Medical facilities and equipment to expand services in hospitals and clinics. Facilities to serve people with disabilities. Facilities and services for senior citizens and diabetes education and outreach. The Lions clubs of America is where the action is.

Through grants the

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Urbana Lions work to help the community

Michael Mich Michael ael Sn Snell ell 260-774-3665 pinkynova71@ hotmail.com

Lions clubs have made tremendous advances in helping those in need. I for one am happy to say; I’m an Urbana Lion.

Blood Drive: Urbana Yoke Parish will be having their next blood drive on August 12, 2020 from 2-6:30 at the Urbana Lion/Community building. Due to the COVID-19, we are sorry but we will not take any walk-ins.

Temperatures will be taken, social distancing will be observed and masks required.

The Red Cross is asking that you schedule your appointment online at their site, and if possible do the Rapid Pass. Please come and give as there is a great need for blood. Thanks!

Urbana Streetlights: To report a problem with a streetlight call (260) 774-3665. If no answer, leave a message. Tell me the light’s address and what is wrong. I will then submit a work order to have that light repaired. Please allow 5 working days

for repairs. The streetlight committee is planning on holding a tenderloin fry, carry out only in September 2020. This is to help offset the cost of the streetlight bill that I face every year. I will be sending out postcards to collect $15.00 from each household in Urbana.

If you can help, let me know. There will be more information to come in August and September.

Prayer Concerns: Max Chamberlain, Orville Chamberlain, Doris Mattern, Kristina Gamsby, Alma DeVore, Jim and Pat Hartley, Jane Winebrenner, Gene Miller, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie,Dean & Lois Haupert, Ruth Summers, Paxton Wright, Ava Gibson, Tonya Brunett, Mary Ann Hunsucker, Jan Fitch, Joan Snyder and daughter Jackie, Lowell Karns, Bryan, Susan and Kash Leferney, Bonita Snell and our Nation, the people that have contracted covid-19, doctors and nurses that are helping the sick to combat this virus, scientists that are trying to develop a vaccine and our military personnel.

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UMC to host Drive-Thru Community Dinner The United Methodist Church will be hosting a Drive-Thru Community Dinner on Friday, Aug 7, beginning at 4 p.m. while supplies last at the North Manchester United Methodist Church located at 306 East Second Street. Menu includes Baked Steak Dinner, mashed potatoes, green beans, and dessert. Cost is a freewill donation. For pick up note: The parking lot will be one-way IN from 3rd and 2nd Streets, and OUT only onto Sycamore Street.

Loading will be on the passenger side under the carport.

The public is welcome.

CENTER FOR HISTORY VIRTUAL PROGRAM: Although the Center for History re-opened on June 14, we still

find ourselves in a position of not being able to gather together for our regular monthly programs.

As a cautionary measure we are presenting our July program virtually. This program has been created and presented

by Dr. Fred Whitford, a Clinical Engagement Professor at Purdue University. To watch our July program, Farming in the Early Days of Wabash County, presented by Dr. Whitford please

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and friends, Roger died July 17, 2020 The Breakfast Bunch met at Bob Evans Restaurant July 22, 2020. Those attending were: Joyce Willcox, Larry and Nancy Meyer, Peggy Dilling, Pat McNabney and Helen Dawes. This bunch welcomes everyone and anyone who would like to join them for breakfast and to talk about different topics while enjoying a meal and each other company.They get together every

Wednesday at 7:30am at Bob Evans. Come on down and check them out; I think you will enjoy the company.

Urbana Lions Community Ballpark is available to everyone and anyone this year. This park is full of items for any activity. Nice huge pulling pad, well maintained ball field for little league baseball, girls softball, slow pitch, fast pitch softball, baseball tournaments, basketball court, play ground equipment,

use the link: https://youtu.be/5fA dat2xqN4. The Board of Directors of the NM Historical Society will continue to monitor and evaluate the possibility of hosting our normal monthly programs.

In August we will again be having a virtual program on the life of Ernie Pyle – presented by Ray Boomhower, a Senior Editor at Indiana Historical Society Press. If you missed our virtual programs from May or June – please visit our website: www.northmanchestercenterforhistory.org for links.

The Center for History is open Monday through Friday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

FOC THRIFT STORE: FOC is excited to have the Thrift Store open once

again. Hours will be Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Closed Sundays and Mondays. Guidelines will be in place for the safety of visitors and staff. Please wear masks and maintain social distancing guidelines.

Use back door for all donations. No public restroom will be available. The Thrift Store is located at 410 N. Market Street, North Manchester.

LAKETON AMERICAN LEGION is now OPEN Mon-Fri 6 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Saturday for breakfast only from 6 a.m. to 11p.m. and closed on Sunday.

DRIVE THRU FOC FELLOWSHIP MEAL hosted by the Fellowship of Churches is held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the

month at the Zion Lutheran Church from 4:30-6 p.m. The church is located at 113 W. Main Street.

Guests should drive up in front of the Zion Lutheran Church for pickup.

FOC FOOD PANTRY is open from 2-5 p.m. on Thursdays. The Food Pantry is located at 500 N. Front Street, N. Manchester.

THURSDAY’S CHILD NOW OPEN: Located at 410 North Market St., next door to The Thrift Shop, Thursday’s Child serves the youngest among us.

Thursday’s Child has tons of lovely clothing sizes infant through 4T and some 5T. They also have diapers, wipes, blankets, shoes, etc.

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

FARMER’S MARKET: The North Manchester Farmers Market is held Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon and is located at Ogan’s Landing on South Mill Street.

Visitors should practice safe hygiene and social distancing at the Market (but it will be a normal “walk-around” market). Farmers Market showcases the hard work and talent of our area farmers and artisans. You’ll find an impressive variety of local goods including fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, maple syrup, jams & jellies, honey, breads, pies, pastries, flowers & plants and crafts.

Look for the Kids POP (Power of Produce) tent located in the center of the Market with activities for kids.

PARTING SHOTS:

“There are two ways of exerting one’s strength: one is pushing down, the other is pulling up.” —Booker T. Washington NORTH MANCHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@gmail.com or you may call me at 260-982-8800. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s issue of the paper is Wednesday at noon. Please submit timely news items.

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The Urbana History: Shirley Anderson is looking for history items of Urbana from 1853 to 1930. She is putting together a history book with articles of Urbana’s past. If you have any historic pic-

tures of how the buildings looked back then and articles of this time frame. Also if anyone has any information on Esta Schaffer Hatchery or the stock yard that was located on the East side of the railroad track where Helena fertilizer plant is located, please contact Shirley Anderson 5287N 150E Urbana, IN 46990.

Birthday wishes: July 29 Julie Miller, July 29 Kassidy Stambaugh, July 31 Neil Haupert, July 31 Roger Harman.

WHEN YOU’RE IN NEED OF HEALTHCARE, CHECK THESE PROFESSIONALS IN YOUR AREA

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604 Rennaker St. • LaFontaine, IN 46940

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Leadership Development Wabash County classes postponed Grow Wabash County has made the decision to postpone hosting a 2020-2021 cohort of the Leadership Development Wabash County (LDWC) program.

The decision was carefully made after extensive conversations between the Leadership Development program committee, program facilitators, and Grow Wabash County. Feedback was also collected from area employers that have been longtime supporters, participants, and sponsors of the program.

The LDWC commonly hosts up

to 30 people for monthly workshops at various locations around Wabash County. As our community continues to navigate the rules and expectations of social distancing amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Grow Wabash County feels that it is in the community’s best interest to postpone the program.

Grow Wabash County plans to offer virtual leadership programming over the next several months until the traditional program is able to be offered with more details to be released in the coming weeks.

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1st Monday of the month. Will be read and voted on at next meeting. New programs for year are available Marguerite Guenin has been a member for 80 years this year (2020) No 50-year members in 2021, but 6 – 25-year members Lori Brane, Lisa Hutchinson, Patty Johnson, Kim O’Banion, Melinda Weaver and Tim Weaver. Next meeting August 17th. The Worthy Matron thanked the members for donations to the Animal Shelters in Wabash and Grant County. $30 cash donation was received as well and dog and cat food and supplies. Jean will deliver to Wabash and Roberta to Grant. No birthdays or anniversaries and no visiting. There being no further business presented, chapter closed in regular form.

WORDS OF WISDOM “The best way out is always through.”Robert Frost, When caught up in an unseemly situation, we usually look for the easy way out. And unfortunately, procrastination is the natural response. This quote

serves us with a reminder that perhaps the best route is going “through” the problem, rather than around it. As a result, you find that good things begin to happen when you cease to delay and beat about the bush and take matters into your hand to resolve it.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dean Benbow, Kelsey Niccum, Brayton Hensley, Charlie Snyder July 30Sandy Smith Speicher, Trisha Baldwin Aug. 3, Logan Hensley, Bella Worthington, Braxton Worthington, Cordie NelsonBrooks Van-Line, Michael Brane, Chase Enyeart Aug. 4, Janel Proffitt, Jamie Hill, Penny Lloyd Aug. 5, Miriam Cecil Doctsch, Patty Johnson Aug.6 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Dustin and Rachel Hurst Aug.2, Kevin and Linda Kidwell Aug. 3, James and Kaye Sorrell Aug. 4 SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.com or 2258E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN 46940

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Wabash County ESTATE SALE/Yard Sale: Friday, July 31 from 7am1pm and Saturday, August 1st from 7am-1pm. 3542 West 850 South, Wabash, IN 46992. Antiques, collectables, cabinets, clothing adult and infant, infant swing and supplies.

HUGE ESTATE/Multifamily Sale: Friday, July 31, 8am2pm; Saturday, August 1, 8am-Noon. 2271 W. St. Rd. 16, North Manchester.

2.7 miles east of St. Rd. 15 or 2.2 miles west of St. Rd. 13. Rain or shine, all indoors. John Deere riding mower, push mower, log splitter, sofa with ottoman, cribs, recliners, coffee tables, lamps, queen bedroom set with 2 dressers & mattresses, microwave & stand, desks, fan lights, bookcase, ironing boards, pots, pans, small appliances, Corelle, bread box, kid picnic table, cages/supplies for exotics, bicycles, decor, books, Christmas, picture frames, bedding, purses, maple quilting frame, miniature tea sets, coolers, scale, shoes, clothes - small juniors, kids, men - navy suit-44L, London Fog coat-42L and lots of miscellaneous.

Worth the drive!!

EXTRA LARGE Rummage Sale: Thurs. & Fri. 9-5, A little bit of everything, furniture. Take 24 W to Old 24, turn left, 1st building on right.

SALE: FRIDAY Only, 7:30am-5:30pm. 5510 N. 200 W., North Manchester (5.5 miles north of Heartland Career Center of Wabash).Loveseat, target bow, golf club cart, great condition name-brand men & women clothing, books, home decor, patio chairs, tiki torches, boys bike, screen door, sleeping bag, Coach purse, collectors plates and much more! No early sales. Miller.

Wabash City GARAGE SALE: 88 Lasalle Avenue. Baby boy clothing 6 mos - 5T, women clothing medium - X-large, men clothing 2XL, baby & toddler toys, sports cards, snow blower. Friday, July 31st, 8am-4pm; Saturday, August 1st, 8am-1pm.

Come see us for some great deals!!

HUGE MULTIFAMILY Rummage Sale: Saturday, August 1, 8am-4pm; Sunday, August 2, 8am2pm. 1570 Florence Street, south side Wabash. Many new women clothing (some with tags still on them) ML-XL-2XL, men M-L-XL. Lots of brand new shoes 7 1/2 - 8, brown leather recliner, upper new oak kitchen cabinet, 1 twin bed frame, small desk, oak end table & lots of miscellaneous items.

HUGE SALE: July 31, 8am-4pm and August 1, 8am-12pm. 1973 Glendale Drive. Lawn mowers, electric fireplaces, heaters, snowman collection, kitchen items, holiday decorations, printers, wood shelves, much more!

MULTIFAMILY GARAGE Sale: 477 North Fisher Street, Wabash. July 30, 31 & August 1, 8am-??

Home decor, boys & girls clothing, misses & women clothing, toys & more.

MULTIFAMILY GARAGE Sale: Friday 12pm-5pm, Saturday 9am-?? 644 Sivey Street. Lots of vintage boho wedding decor, women and men clothing, home decor, kitchen supplies and glassware. Much more!

North Manchester GARAGE SALE: dryers, cabinets, sings, building supplies, lots of young women clothes s-m, young mens - L, lots of misc. Take 114 W. to Ogden Rd., follow signs to 250 W. Friday, 8am-5pm, Saturday, 8am1pm GARAGE SALE: Thursday & Friday, 8am6pm. Saturday, 8am-1pm.

Girls clothes (24 months junior medium), crib mattress, toddler bed, crib, king size mattress, home decor. 3048 E. 1100 N., North Manchester.

HUGE MULTIFAMILY Rummage Sale: 1404 Westchester Drive, North Manchester. Thursday Saturday, July 30, 31 & August 1. Thursday 4pm8pm, Friday & Saturday 8am-4pm. Books, cookbooks, DVDs & stand, VHS tapes, kitchen items, sofa, snow blower, fertilizer spreader, craft items, galvanized tubs, clothes, shoes, toys, coffee table, lamps, Longaberger baskets. Too much to list. This sale is going to be HUGE!

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MULTIFAMILY SALE: Friday, 7/31, 8am-4pm and Saturday, 8/1, 8am-2pm.

Across from Elementary School, 802 Shock Rd. Stove, sofa table, bathroom sink/cabinet, round pet/baby fence, home décor, Christmas tree, books (all ages), toys, hamster & accessories, boys clothing thru 7, girls clothes 7/8 thru 14/16, ladies junior thru XL, men’s 2X-3X, lots of misc.

2 BEDROOM

UNITS AVAILABLE NOW Pet friendly with proper paperwork!

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

Hearing Impaired Only Call TYY 711 Rental Assistance may be available for those who qualify Rent Includes: Water, Sewer and Weekly Trash Removal.

On-Site Laundry Available “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”

RAIN OR SHINE: July 31, 8am-5pm. August 1, 8am1pm. 2692 E. 1100 N., North Manchester.

Dishwasher, dryer, hutch, bookshelves, glider rocker, wood rocker, vibrating recliner, kids clothes, packn-play, chicken coop, exercise bike, flagpole, copper boiler, and much more!

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BIG SALE: July 30, 31 and August 1, 9am-6pm.

Antiques, antique dresser with mirror, cane chairs, bicycle, Durango boots, 3 kitchen sinks (brown granite, stainless & white cast iron), microwave, shredders, strollers, kitchen items, wooden picnic table with metal frame, oak shelf with mirror, 2 ceiling fans, firewood rack, washer & dryer, glider, grill, fans, large picture frames, Pfaltzgraff dish set, plant stand, suitcase, utility jack stand, mens XL Carhartt jackets, lots of tools and “guy stuff”. Many items $.25. Lots of free stuff & much more! Come shop!

10577 S. America Road, 1 mile east of LaFontaine.

CONSTRUCTION CREW needs someone to drive and work with crew. Must have valid drivers license.

260-723-4554.

TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS, LLC is hiring fulltime Class A drivers. Home nights and weekends. Paid holidays new equipment.

Contact Ben at 260-4942277 or e-mail truckingthefuture @gmail.com

Wanted

Other Rummage

Lagro GARAGE SALE: 3535 N. 300 E., Lagro. Boys 0-5, crib, sandbox, car seats, toys, changing table, baby items, sheets, sm. maternity, misc. July 30 & 31, 8am5pm.

MULTIFAMILY GARAGE Sale: Friday, 8am-4pm.

Saturday, 8am-?. Baby, child and adult clothes, toys, crib, swing, 120 gallon fish tank, misc. 2546 E. 400 N., Peru.

Articles For Sale FREE: BEAUTIFUL console TV, works great. 260563-1517.

FREE LUMBER SCRAPS WANTED for craft projects.

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

NOW HIRING Immediate openings at Specification

Hiring: • UTILITY OPERATORS • PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR • ELECTRICIAN • RECEIVING SUPERVISOR Excellent Benefits: •Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance •401k Savings Plan

•Attendance Bonus •Paid Holidays •Vacation

Help Wanted Head Start Bus Driver – Laketon/North Manchester (part-time) Approximately 25 hours per week and there will be another adult on board to supervise the children. Applicants must have a high school diploma or G.E.D., and must currently hold or be able to secure a Class C CDL with a School Bus and Passenger endorsement. Area Five Agency will assist a qualified individual in obtaining license and providing all needed training.

Head Start Teacher A istant Floater – Laketon/Wabash (part-time) 25 hours per week. Assists the Teacher/Family Facilitator in planning and executing all component services for Head Start children and families according to the National Head Start Performance Standards and the local component plans. Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) required, Area Five is willing to assist with the cost of obtaining CDA.

Head Start Family Service Advocate – Laketon/Wabash (full-time) Must have flexible schedule due to home visits & parent groups. This position requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Family Development Certification to be completed within 12 months of hire.

Nutrition Site Manager – Wabash & North Manchester (part-time)

Please Apply at: Real Alloy: 4525 W. Old 24 Wabash, IN www.realalloy.com

Facilitates the serving of the noon meal program. Duties may include: calling in meal reservations in a timely manner, maintaining appropriate documentation and money handling procedures, following proper portion control servings, etc. Must be sensitive to the needs of older adults & have a valid driver’s license.

Real Alloy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Area Five is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.

Apply online at www.areafive.com or call 800-654-9421 ext. 227 for more information.

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ZUCCHINI, BLUE Lake green beans, white 1/2 runners, green tomatoes.

Call 563-3762 to get on the list!

For Rent

Recreational Vehicles FREE, YOU haul away, old pop-up camper, scrap out or use frame to make trailer.

North Manchester.

260-388-9390.

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

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

LAFONTAINE ARMS APARTMENTS

Farm NEW HOLLAND 68 hay

baler, $1500. McCormick

steel wheeled hay rake,

$300. John Deere cycle

bar hay mower, $150.

Oliver hay wagon, $400.

IHC rear tractor rim

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Wood Brothers 60” finish

mower. 3-point hitch, $600.

Antique hayloft hay forks,

$200. 260-403-8122.

401 Rennaker, LaFontaine, IN 46940

Rental Assistance Available Accepting Applications Appliances Furnished A/C, Trash Removal, Satellite, and Handicap Accessible Unit Available

Call: (765) 981-2129 Hearing Impaired Call TDD 1.800.743.3333 “This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer”

HELP WANTED FOR CONSTRUCTION LABOR Must have basic knowledge of construction and be able to read measuring tape.

CALL 260-330-2551 IF INTERESTED

COLONIAL HERITAGE APARTMENTS PART-TIME MAINTENANCE PERSON WANTED • Seeking an individual with basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and painting.

• Hands on exterior and interior maintenance work.

Must be able to pass a criminal check.

No set hours, very flexible.

Must be dependable, trustworthy and self-motivated.

Please contact Tylena Gill at

260-563-5394 "We are an Equal Opportunity Provider"

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Watermelon Magic!

By Laura Kurella If there’s ever a more perfect fruit for a hot summer day its watermelon, and with National Watermelon Day right around the corner - Monday, August 3rd – I couldn’t think of a better topic to visit this week!

Remembering the summer watermelons of my childhood, I can’t help but recall the big deal that my mother would make

over having one in the house. However, given that she was also dealing with seven kids, her big productions back then now make sense to me today!

The first thing we kids would be asked was to clean up the entire kitchen, and make sure all clean dishes were put away.

Then Mom would take the day’s newspaper and spread it out, leaf by leaf, all over the table, and then do it again so there was at least a double layer to absorb the drippings from this oh-so-juicy treat! While Mom was doing this, my sisters would often snatch pieces of the newspaper to make paper hats for us all to wear ( I think there may even be pix somewhere of this), and

then after all that preparation, the star of the show would finally be placed on the table.

Sharpening her favorite knife with a stone, Mom would order us all to keep our hands off the table to keep all our fingers safe, should the knife slip.

Hearing the crisp crack of the melon’s rind as her knife began to pierce it, its plume of sweetness began to fill the room with its fresh aroma that couldn’t help but make us all drool.

Serving us each a perfectly-sliced, triangle-shaped piece, we all giggled and cooed as we gobbled up each and every piece there was to eat!

Recalling those wonderful watermel-

on days of the 1960s reminded me of a particular calamity that occurred one evening when we were just starting to eat our pieces.

The bug sprayer truck decided to come down our alley, which caused its plume of white bug spray fog to coming into the room!

With Mom flipping into emergency mode, and quickly ordering us out of the room, she flung the windows shut, turned on her professional exhaust fan, and would let no one back into the kitchen until the room was completely cleared.

To be honest , I’m not sure if we ate any watermelon that night, but knowing my mom, if we did, she would have likely

Healthy enough for breakfast, and sweet enough for dessert, this watermelon pizza is also the perfect way to celebrate National Watermelon Day! Photo and recipes courtesy of Watermelon.org.

made us wash it first!

As refreshing today as it was when we were kids, today there’s all kinds of ways to serve up and celebrate this superhydrating treat.

Here now are some fun and flavorful ways to get the party started, and celebrate National Watermelon Day! S w e e t Watermelon Pizza 1 watermelon round cut into 1” (for crust) varied amount shredded coconut varied amount Greek yogurt of choice varied amount Mint varied amount Berries of choice (blueberries, strawberries, blackberries) varied amount Slivered almonds

Spread yogurt to cover watermelon leaving room to hold the rind.

Sprinkle watermelon pizza with coconut through almond toppings as desired.

Grilled Spicy Watermelon 1 tablespoon lime zest 1/4 cup lime juice 1/4 cup honey 2 teaspoons garlic chili sauce pinch salt 1 watermelon, medium sized 1 tablespoon fresh chopped cilantro Preheat grill to high. In bowl, whisk together lime zest, juice, 3 tbsp (45 mL) of the honey, garlic chili sauce and salt. Cut watermelon into 1inch (2.5 cm) thick wedges. Lightly drizzle each side with

remaining honey and place on grill. Grill until just browned, about 2 minutes per side. Place watermelon slices on a plate and drizzle with lime dressing.

Garnish with cilantro.

Watermelon Feta Skewers 2 cups cubed watermelon 1 cup cubed feta Basil leaves Mint leaves Balsamic dressing of choice Toothpicks, bamboo skewers or similar Skewer kabobs starting with watermelon, then cheese, herb of choice and then watermelon again. Plate before dousing with your favorite balsamic dressing.