PO Box 603, Wabash, IN 46992 (260) 563-8326
FREE
The Paper of Miami County
Published Weekly, Read Daily
Honey Roast ed Turkey B reast . $3.99 Roast Beef .. /lb. .................... $ .. .. ..... 5.25/l Labanon Bo b. logna (Sweet & $ R eg u la r) Sharp Americ 4.99/lb. with Black P an Cheese epper ............ ......... $3.79 Chicken Sa /lb. lad ............ ......... $4.50 /lb.
Joe DeRozier creates more than donuts at bakery
Prices Good Dec. 3rd - Dec. 16th
By Michelle Boswell mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com
There is more to Joe DeRozier than meets the eye. To many, he is the guy who makes the donuts at DeRozier’s bakery. The guy who writes silly and heart-tugging stories on his Facebook page. The guy who declared he was running for President of the United States in 2020 and has tshirts available to prove it. Making donuts takes up much of his time but because he can practically be on autopilot while making them gives him time to think about many things. His life. His kids. His wife. His friends. His parents. What does it all mean? Why are we here? What did he eat for lunch yesterday and why do they call it chicken salad when there isn’t any lettuce in it? Well, I made up the last part, but, to Joe, those are the kinds of things he ponders while creating delicious delights that make
folks flock to his bakery. Over the years, DeRozier has been writing down things that come to mind. He has been told many times he should write a book. So, he did. “Heck, I Don’t Know…I Just Make Donuts” is now available for all to read. I asked him why he decided to write this book. “The book…the stories…the experiences…the imagination…are all who I am. No one really knows me. Through my stories, I think people can see the real me. How I look at things. How I feel. So, imagine my great granddaughter one day asking her grandma (one of my kids) what THEIR daddy was like. They can give her my book and through 200 pages, they can get a glimpse of many of my sides…and hopefully be proud of me and maybe also be proud they are related to me,” DeRozier said.
I sat down one evening and read it completely through. I laughed. Cried. I enjoyed it from beginning to end. It does give you a glimpse into the mind and life of DeRozier. His past, present and the experiences that have made him who he is today. I was still thinking about the book the next day. The chance he took coming to Peru to run his business. How it would’ve been difficult to take over a successful, established bakery (formerly owned by Jim and Sherilyn Busta of Busta’s Bakery), maintain the quality the community had come to enjoy yet blaze his own trail. While reading about his journeys delivering donuts and how tired he would become while driving, I found myself opening my eyes wider to help him stay awake. I will not give away all the stories he tells because it is something you need
to read for yourself. With the holiday season upon us, this would make a great gift for a friend, family member or maybe a shut-in who would enjoy reading about a guy from Wisconsin who has now become one of Miami County’s own. Maybe a DeRozier’s donut or two to go along with the book would be a nice touch, too. If you are interested in purchasing DeRozier’s book, he has provided a link: https://www.derozi ers.com/bookorder-form. You can also find them on Kindle/Amazon and Kobo. The Kobo link is: https://www.kobo.c om/us/en/ebook/h eck-i-don-t-know-ijust-make-donuts. I asked DeRozier if he plans to write more books. He said, “Yes, I already have enough for almost two more. That’s kinda like a warning…lol,” he said. DeRozier asks
those who read his book to leave a review about it. I would highly recommend purchasing this book.
It was a wonderful peek into the life of someone we all know of, but maybe do not know as well as we would like to.
P.S. - Joe, I am quite sure your great granddaughter is going to think you were the bee’s knees!
Tom Lennon retires from Grissom Air Reserve Base, Page 2. Police reports, Page 7. Kim Cox continues tradition of Miami Indian education at Blair Pointe, Page 8.
December 2, 2020
Proudly Serving Miami County
Vol. 1, No. 43
2
THE PAPER
December 2, 2020
Tom Lennon retires after 38 years at Grissom Air Reserve Base Grissom Air Reserve Base Many have called Grissom Air Reserve Base, Indiana, work at some point in their careers, but for one individual for more than 38 years it has not only been his place of employment but much more. Thomas Lennon, 434th Civil Engineer Squadron, chief of construction management, started his career at Grissom in 1983 as an Air Force reservist working as an aerospace ground equipment technician with the 434th Aerospace Ground Equipment Flight where he maintained the A10
Thunderbolts. As an Airman, Lennon moved up the enlisted ranks while building a sizable resume including five deployments. Those deployments supported a variety of contingencies including: Operation Decisive Endeavor, Operation Southern Watch, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. In 2010, Lennon accepted a Department of Defense civilian position at Grissom as a civil engineering technician while simultaneously shifting his military career path after being selected as a case
worker in the 434th Force Support Squadron Airman and Family Readiness Center. Shortly after, in 2013 Lennon retired from the Air Force Reserve with the rank of master sergeant after 31 years of service but remained a familiar face at Grissom in his civilian capacity. “Tom has been a valuable asset to the unit,” said Mark Waite, 434th CES chief engineer and Lennon’s supervisor during his retirement celebration. “He’s one of those guys you can give a project to and know it is going to be taken care of. He will definitely be missed.”
Friends, family and co-workers helped Tom Lennon celebrate his retirement from Grissom Air Reserve Base. Photo provided As chief of conLennon Jr., who con“For the past several decades this tinues to serve as a struction manageGrissom civilian firement, Lennon led the base has been my life,” said fighter. base construction Lennon. “It’s been a great place to Despite retirement, management team of work, and I’m going to miss everyLennon plans on stayconstruction inspecing busy supporting tors ensuring that not one.” his son’s business, only job safety and Tom Lennon spending time with Occupational Safety family and enjoying and Health Adminisprogramming, design- eral decades this base hobbies he often set tration (OSHA) staning, executing, and in- has been my life,” aside due to his milidards were met but specting construction said Lennon. “It’s tary and civilian servalso contract compliprojects in support of been a great place to ice. ance of numerous the wing mission. work, and I’m going to “I hope to spend multimillion-dollar During Lennon’s re- miss everyone.” more time with the base construction Lennon’s family has grandkids and famtirement ceremony a projects. Lennon sia long history of serv- ily,” said Lennon. “I full room of friends multaneously proand family watched as ice at Grissom includ- really enjoy fishing vided engineering ing his father, he thanked everyone and camping and support to wing leadThomas T Lennon, for their friendship hope to do more of ership and base perwho served as Grisand support throughthat, perhaps a bit fursonnel by managing som’s billeting manout his career. ther away than the the base construction ager before he retired, local reservoir.” “For the past sevprogram including and his son, Thomas
Celebration of Lights Home/Business Decorating Contest Entry Form Name of home/business owner Address of home/business Your phone number
606 State Road 13 North • P.O. Box 603 • Wabash, IN 46992 Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday Web Address: www.thepaperofwabash.com
Staff Publisher Commercial Printing Editor Business Manager Sales Prepress & Production
Don L. Hurd Sam Frieden Michelle Boswell Julie Loehmer Arlene Long Jeff Coleman
president@hoosiermediagroup.com sfrieden@thepaperofwabash.com mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com accounting@thepaperofwabash.com along@thepaperofwabash.com jcoleman@thepaperofwabash.com
Deadlines Display Advertising Display Advertising requiring proofs Classified Advertising/cancellations Display Advertising copy changes/cancellation
Friday @ 5:00 p.m. Thursday @ 5:00 p.m. Friday @ 5:00 p.m. Friday @ 4:00 p.m.
Production Ads and text may be emailed in PDF format to ads@thepaperofwabash.com or directly to your sales rep above. If you have any questions please call for detailed information. All submitted CDs, DVDs or photos need to be picked up 30 days after print, any left after 30 days will be discarded. The Paper reserves the right to refuse for publication any advertising that is considered offensive, misleading, or detrimental to the public, the newspaper or another advertiser and to edit advertising at its discretion.
I understand that by entering this contest, I am giving The Paper of Miami County and Light Up! Peru, permission to photograph my home/business to be published online or in the newspaper if I am a winner or for promotional purposes .
Send in your entry form and $25 entry fee to: Light Up! Peru, 63 South Hood Street, Peru, IN., 46970. Deadline to enter the contest is Dec. 10th at Noon. Your address (not your name) will be published so the public can drive by your home/business to see your display of lights and/or holiday decorations. If you are one of the three winners for either the home or business, we will contact you so we can set up a time to photograph you outside of your home or business to be published in the newspaper and online. Businesses will receive plaques and homeowners will receive prizes to be announced at a later date. All entry fees will be put into the Light Up! Peru fund to continue adding more holiday decorations in downtown Peru.If you have any questions, call Michelle Boswell @ 765.469.2077 or Paul Forman at 765.432.1052. Participants homes/businesses must be within Miami County.
3
THE PAPER
December 2, 2020
105 W.Third St. | Peru 765.473.6674
FUNERAL HOMES Family Owned & Operated Since 1945 and Serving All Faiths Family Funeral Directors - Thomas Leedy | Julie Leedy-Walker | Mark Frischman
A Trusted Trusted Name in Funeral Funeral Service Service
136 S. Elm St. | Bunker Hill 765.689.9411 Fax 765.473.5996 info@flowersleedyallen.com
Obituaries Derek Ray Brooks, 62 Derek Ray Brooks, 62, of Peru, passed away Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at Dukes Memorial Hospital in Peru. He was born in Peru Aug. 17, 1958, to Donald and Relna (Hudson) Brooks. He enjoyed deer hunting, arrowhead hunting, and mushroom hunting-but most of all, he especially loved watching his grandkids play sports. He is survived by his children, Dalea Zimpelman of Rochester, and
Derek “Duke” Ryan Brooks of Peru; and his grandkids Mia Zimpelman, Gage Zimpelman, and Owen Zimpelman. Also surviving are brother Shawn Brooks (Kim) of Peru, and sister Nino Brooks of Peru, as well as numerous aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Donald “Reggie” Brooks. A private family memorial service was held at Noon Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020, at the Mexico First
Brethren Church, with pastor Lorie Keck officiating. (Due to COVID-19 restrictions, face coverings were required, and social distancing guidelines observed.) In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Mexico First Brethren Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to FlowersLeedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Betty Jane Mullett, 98 Betty Jane Mullett, 98, of Peru, passed away Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020, at Dukes Memorial Hospital in Peru. She was born June 9, 1922, to Samuel and Irene (Hedrick) Whitcomb. She married Victor Mullett Feb. 6, 1943. He preceded her in death Sept. 8, 1995. She was a 1940 graduate of Peru High School and retired from the PHS cafeteria. She loved playing bingo at Miami Bingo, playing cards with her friends, eating out with the Carriage Club. She was a member of the Red Hat Society of the YMCA, the Miller’s Merry Manor Auxiliary, and the Eagles Auxiliary. She is survived by two daughters, Truly Mullett of Peru, and Tanee Rodenbeck of Columbus, and one son, Kerry (Joe) Mullett of Peru; as well as grandchil-
grandchildren Marlie Brown and Hazel Brown. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Mary Comer, Margaret “Peg” Hedrick, and Ruth Whitcomb, brother Charles Whitcomb, and great-grandchild Dominick Sparks. A private service celebrating the life of Betty Jane Mullett will be held Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at Flowers-Leedy Fudren Don Sparks neral Home, 105 West (Michelle), Ron Sparks, ReThird Street, Peru, Indibecca Serdar (Lyle), ana. A private viewing Brandi Malott Wilhoit will be held prior to the (Michael), Jason Rodenservice. Burial will take beck, and Jessica Rodenplace at Mount Hope beck; and Cemetery in Peru. great-grandchildren Logan Arrangements have been Sparks, Dawson Sparks, entrusted to FlowersJared Sparks, Khloe Leedy Funeral Home. Sparks, Trevor Brown Family and friends may (Shelby), Tiara Benedict, sign the online guestbook Lauren Hartleroad, Lillyan at www.FlowerHartleroad, and Olivia sLeedyAllen.com. Coyne; and great-great-
Dan W. Burton, 60 Dan W. Burton, 60, Kewanna, passed away Monday, Nov. 23, 2020, at his residence. Born Feb. 19, 1960, in Lafayette, Indiana, he was the son of Dale E. and Elma Frances Brock Burton. On Nov. 1, 2019, in Rochester, Indiana, he was married to the former Wendy A. Hook. He graduated from Benton Central High School in 1978, and he was employed at Galbreath in Winamac. He enjoyed drag racing and going antiquing with his wife to find treasures he could restore and give new life. He was a jack- of- all trades and could fix just
about anything. He is survived by his wife, Wendy A. Burton, Kewanna; and his mother, Elma Frances Burton, Somerset, Ky; two sisters, Sherry Davis and Sheila Burton, both of Somerset; step-daughter, Katie
James, Illinois; mother and father-in-law, Donita and Jim Hook, Logansport; and three brothersin-law, Rob (Ande) Hook, Carmel; and Doug (Becky) Hook, and Bill (Jennifer) Hook, all of Logansport. He was preceded in death by his father. Funeral services will be private. A public visitation was held from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
Mrs. Maudella Smith, 93 Mrs. Maudella Smith, age 93, of Peru, Indiana, went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ Monday afternoon, Nov. 23, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor. Her husband of 75 years, Harry D. Smith, was by her bedside. Maudella was born in Sept. 19, 1927, in Patoka, Gibson County, Indiana. She was a daughter to John and Mary Ellen (Miller) Jones. Maudella is survived by her husband and was preceded in death by her sisters Lucille Gourley
of Princeton, Indiana, and Mary C. Pickering of Peru.
She enjoyed family games, birds, and church activities. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, private family services were held Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, with pastor Brad Eckerley officiating. Maudella will be laid to rest at Mount Hope Cemetery in Peru. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Russell A. Chapman, 60 Russell A. Chapman, 60, of Peru, passed away at 1:15 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, at Hospice Home, Ft. Wayne, Indiana. He was born in Bryan, Texas, Feb. 25, 1960, the son of James R. and Beverly Shoemaker Chapman. Russ earned his BA in Education at IU of Kokomo, but in later years, he was the main caretaker for his parents. He enjoyed fishing, golf, mowing the lawn and generally just being outdoors. Russ was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and loved dogs. He was a cooking enthusi-
ast, a reading buff and was always ready to learn something new. Surviving are his daughters Andrea Wright of Phoenix, Arizona, and Amber Aviles
of Scottsdale. AZ; his brother Daniel J. Chapman of Las Vegas, Nevada, and grandchildren Liliana Aviles and Antonio Aviles. He was preceded by his parents and a niece, Jessica G. Carpenter. Family and friends gathered from 2:00 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, at the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made through the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home to Miller’s Merry Manor or Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home.
Lyledean A. Deeds, 91 Lyledean A. Deeds, 91, passed away Nov. 26, 2020, at Blair Ridge Health Campus, after many years of struggling with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born June 10, 1929, in Pulaski County to Guy William and Mahala Deeds. He moved to Miami County, near Deedsville, at the age of 14. He graduated from Deedsville High School in 1947 and attended Manchester College. He married his high school sweetheart, Lela Brower Aug. 7, 1949. She preceded him in death this past April. They purchased a farm south of Deedsville in 1956 where they lived until moving to Blair Ridge last year. He is survived by sons, Mark (Barb) Deeds of Bunker Hill and Greg (Vickie) Deeds of Denver; five grandchildren: Matthew Deeds (Lori) of Warsaw; Andrew Deeds (Anna) of Bloomington; Kevin Deeds (Kathryn) of
Lyle was a partner in Deeds Brothers Construction and later, owner of Lyle Deeds Construction. He also raised cattle and farmed. He had been an active member of the Deedsville UM Church where he served on the Board of Trustees. He was a beloved father and grandfather, attending almost every high school football and basketball games of Matt, Andy, and Kevin. Graveside services were Findlay, Ohio; Cami held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. Valadez (Luis, Jr.) of Wa1, 2020, at Westlawn Cemeterville, Ohio; and Scott tery, Denver, Indiana, with Deeds of Holland, Ohio, pastor Bill Babb officiatand 7 great grandchildren. ing. He is also survived by sisMemorial donations can ters Sandra Miller of Peru be made to Deedsville Comand Deloris Lowe of Winmunity Church, c/o Treaschester, a brother-in-law urer Larry Brower (Geraldine) 10245 N. 100 W. Macy, In of Macy, and sisters-in-law 46951. Vera Green, of Converse, McClain Funeral Home, Sianna Deeds of Macy, and Denver, Indiana, has been Jane Deeds Sonne of Macy. entrusted with arrangeBrothers Dale, Carter, Bill ments. Condolences may and Jerry and sister Jean be sent online at www.mcpreceded him in death. clainfh.com.
4
THE PAPER
Obituaries Louise A. Hutchings, 78
Louise A. Hutchings, 78, of Peru passed away at 8:45 a.m., Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Peru. Louise was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on Aug. 7,
1942, the daughter of Clyde and Iva Mae Leonard Dalton. Louise is survived by her sister Mary Brady of Lake St. Louis, Missouri, and her dear friend Carole McWhorter of Macy, Indiana.
She was preceded in death by her sister Kathy Sprinks. There will be no funeral services, with final arrangements entrusted to the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home.
Wendy Sweeney, 81
Wendy Sweeney, 81, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020. She was born March 11, 1939. Wendy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a graduate of Marion Harding High School Class of 1958. She worked for the GC Murphy Company and while working she met the love of her life, John Sweeney and got married in 1959. Wendy was also employed by American Stationary in Peru, Indiana, where she worked until she retired in 2004. Wendy’s greatest joy in life was being with her family. Wendy was known for her excellent culinary skills and that was evident during the holidays as she loved cooking and baking for friends, neighbors, and family. While she had several hobbies, she enjoyed gardening, collecting recipes, and loving her cats. After she became a grand-
mother, she loved spending her weekends with her grandkids and renting scary movies and baking cookies with them as well. If Wendy could share something with all of us today it would be to hold onto the memories and the good times you make in life. Wendy is survived by her daughter Carrie Milroy(Chris), New Waverly, Indiana, son Jeff Sweeney (Fiancé Jessica Martin), Fishers, Indiana, Sonja (Jerry) Byrd, Warsaw, Indiana, 5 grandchildren: Jeremy(Cheryl) Lobenthal, Lindsay Lobenthal (Fiancé Jason Fincher), Madison Sweeney, Kristen Milroy (Fiancé Nicholas Benner), Katie Jones
(Joseph), 6 Great Grandchildren; Ty, Chace, Gavin, Kinley, Nate, Joey, and several nieces and nephews. Wendy is preceded in death by her husband John, mother Katherine, father Elisha, uncle Herbert, Aunt Hannah, brother Bruce, sister Ruth, and sister Francis. Visitation was Friday, Nov. 27, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Riverview Funeral Home: 421 W. Canal St. Peru, Indiana, with funeral commencing at 1 p.m. A graveside service followed immediately at Ever Rest Memorial Park 8315 E. Logansport Road, Logansport, Indiana. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation at www.alzfdn.org in memory of Wendy Sweeney. Wendy’s online guest book is available, and condolences can be shared with the Sweeney family at www.riverviewfhperu.com.
December 2, 2020
All school sports schedules can change at any time. Be sure to check with the schools to see what the protocol is for the events taking place such as limited seating, masks and social distancing.
Maconaquah Dec. 4 6:15 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. North Miami High School (Away) 7:45 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball vs. North Miami High School (Away)
Dec. 5 8:30 a.m. – Boys Junior Varsity and Varsity Wrestling vs. Mac Super Duals (Home) 8:30 a.m. – Coed Varsity Wrestling vs. Lewis Cass High School – Mac Super Duals (Home) 9 a.m. – Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball vs. Tippecanoe Valley School (Away) 10 a.m. – Boys and Girls Varsity Swimming vs. Western High School – Western Diving Invitational (Away) Noon – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Eastern Jr. and Sr. High School (Home) 1:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Eastern Jr. and Sr. High School (Home)
Dec. 7 5:30 p.m. – Girls and Boys Varsity Swimming vs. Oak Hill High School (Away) 6 p.m. – Boys Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball vs. Logansport (Away) 6 p.m. – Boys Freshman Basketball vs. Western High School (Home)
Dec. 8 6 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Oak Hill High School (Home) 7:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Oak Hill High School (Home)
Dec. 9 5:30 p.m. – Boys Sixth Grade Basketball (A Team Only) vs. Taylor (Away)
North Miami Dec. 3 5:30 p.m. – Boys Sixth Grade Basketball vs. Pioneer School (Away) 6 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs.
5
THE PAPER
December 2, 2020
Sports
For the latest information concerning COVID, visit IN.gov.
Local sports schedule Twin Lakes High School (Away) 7:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Twin Lakes High School (Away) Dec. 4 6:15 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Maconaquah High School (Home) 7:45 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Maconaquah High School (Home) Dec. 5 8:30 a.m. – Varsity Wrestling/Maconaquah Invitational (Away) 9 a.m. – Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball-4way (Home) 6:15 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Whitko High School (Away) 7:45 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Whitko High School (Away) Dec. 7 5 p.m. – Boys Sixth Grade Basketball vs. Culver Community High School (Away) 6 p.m. – Boys Seventh Grade Basketball vs. Northfield High School (Away) 7:15 p.m. – Boys Eighth Grade Basketball vs. Northfield High School (Away) Dec. 8 6 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Caston High School (Home) 6 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Culver Community High School (Away) 7:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Caston High School (Home) 7:30 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Culver Community High School (Away) Dec. 9 6:30 p.m. – Varsity Wrestling – Quad Meet (Away) Peru Dec. 2 6:15 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Rochester (Away) 6:30 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity and Varsity Wrestling vs. Tippecanoe Valley High School (Home) 7:45 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Rochester (Away) Dec. 3 6:15 p.m. – Boys Freshman Basketball vs. Rochester (Away)
Dec. 4 6:15 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Kokomo High School (Home) 7:45 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Kokomo High School (Home) Dec. 5 9 a.m. – Boys Varsity Wrestling vs. Plymouth Invite (Away) Noon – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Kokomo High School (Away) 1:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Kokomo High School (Away) 6:15 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball
vs. Knox Community High School (Home) 7:45 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Knox Community High School (Home) Dec. 7 6:15 p.m. – Boys Freshman Basketball vs. Northwestern High School (Home) Dec. 8 6:15 p.m. – Boys Freshman Basketball vs. Wabash High School (Home) Dec. 9 6:30 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity and Varsity Wrestling/Quad Meet (Away)
6
THE PAPER
December 2, 2020
Gobble up the encore!
By Laura Kurella
Having had the pleasure of working in the food world for nearly two decades, I have heard more than my fair share of food stories – good, bad and ugly. Sorting through them, I have found that when it comes to leftovers, there are those who love them like crazy, and those that despise them so much that they are promptly scooted from the table to the dog dish, or the trash! Personally, I have to seem to have a foot in both camps because, while some foods do make for great leftovers, others not so much. However, when it comes to Thanksgiving, there is nary a leftover that is not suitable for a repeat performance. In fact, some turn out as good, if not better than the dish they were when they first appeared on your plate! My mom used to set aside one leg, one thigh, and both wings, which she would put inside the turkey carcass after she removed the rest of the meat. Then she would wrap the carcass up for freezing so she could pull it out in the middle of winter to whip up a warm pot of turkey soup. I can still remember how the roasted turkey skin and meat made the soup taste oh-so-good, and how tender the meat became, too. Ah, memories! Looking for recipe sources for the rest of the meat, which she usually didn’t freeze, I turned to McCormick Spice because they offer an awesome recipe database that has a wide variety of recipes that are not only beautifully eye-appealing, but also quite delicious, too! All made using leftover Thanksgiving ingredients, these re-do recipes are quite crafty at concealing that they were made using left over foods. So crafty, in fact, that you just might be able to sneak them past someone who is a leftover poo-poo! When planning the re-use of Thanksgiving leftovers, do be
Turn Thanksgiving leftovers into dishes so delicious and tasty they make for an outstanding encore! Recipes and photos courtesy of McCormick
sure to follow food safety guidelines, which recommend removing all meat from the turkey carcass (bones) before storing, like Mom did, and using or freezing it all within three to five days from original cook date. Here now are some oh-so-easy ways to turn those Thanksgiving leftovers into dishes so delicious they make for an outstanding encore. Enjoy! LEFTOVER TURKEY TACO CRESCENT RING PREP TIME: 25m COOK TIME: 25m Yield: 10 Servings. 1 package McCormick® Taco Seasoning Mix, divided use 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup finely chopped
onion 2 cups shredded cooked turkey 15 1/4 ounces whole kernel corn, drained 10 ounces diced tomatoes and chiles, drained 1 garlic clove, minced 8 ounces whipped cream cheese 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided use 16 ounces refrigerated crescent dinner rolls Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Reserve 1 teaspoon Seasoning Mix in small bowl; set aside. Melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3 minutes or until tender. Add turkey, corn, tomatoes, garlic and remaining Seasoning Mix. Cook and stir 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in
cream cheese and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Unroll each crescent roll dough on greased or parchment paper-lined baking pan. Separate into triangles. Arrange triangles to resemble the sun, with the center open. Press the dough where the bottoms of the triangles overlap. Spoon turkey mixture in a ring where the dough overlaps. Fold triangle points over filling, tucking into bottom layer to secure. Continue until entire ring is enclosed. Bake 15 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, stir remaining 1 cup shredded cheese into reserved Seasoning Mix in bowl. Remove ring from oven. Sprinkle with cheese mixture. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese melts. Serve
with desired toppings. ULTIMATE LEFTOVER TURKEY PANINI PREP TIME: 15m COOK TIME: 16m Yield: 4 Servings. 1/2 cup cranberry sauce 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Ginger, Ground 2 tablespoons butter, melted 8 slices pumpernickel bread 1-pound sliced roast turkey 1 cup baby arugula leaves 4 slices sharp Cheddar cheese Mix cranberry sauce, mayonnaise, and ginger in small bowl. Set aside. Spread butter on 1 side of each slice of
bread. Place 4 of the bread slices, butteredside down, on cutting board. Top with turkey, cranberry spread, arugula leaves and cheese. Cover each with second slice of bread, buttered-side up. Heat large skillet on medium heat. Place 2 of the sandwiches in skillet. Cook 2 to 4 minutes per side or until bread is toasted and cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining 2 sandwiches. GLUTEN-FREE LEFTOVER TURKEY CHOWDER
PREP TIME: 10m COOK TIME: 30m Yield: 8 Servings. 4 slices bacon, 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cups water 4 medium red potatoes, cut in 1/2-inch
cubes (about 2 cups) 1 package McCormick® GlutenFree Turkey Gravy Mix 3 tablespoons glutenfree flour 2 cups half-and-half 2 cups cubed cooked turkey 8 3/4 ounces whole kernel corn, undrained 1 teaspoon McCormick® Sage, Rubbed Cook bacon in large saucepan on medium heat until crisp. Add onion; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add water and potatoes. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir Gravy Mix and flour in medium bowl. Stir in half-andhalf with wire whisk until smooth. Stir mixture into
Police reports Miami County Sheriff ’s Department Nov. 20 An animal problem was reported at 43031 Keesler Court, Peru. A dead body was found at 1695 E Paw Paw Pike, Peru. A caller from 2831 S Hilltop Dr, Apt. 4, Peru, stated her 72year old husband was depressed. The man never mentioned harming himself or anyone else. He was in good spirits. The caller mentioned his medications were not working and he was in physical pain. Four County Crisis Team arrived to follow up the case. An unconscious person was found at 2051 W Matador St, Country Cottage Apartments, Peru. Hubert Hudson of Peru was riding his motorcycle at 4673 S 625 E, Peru, when he had a medical problem and ran off the road. Hudson struck his head and was flown by helicopter from the scene. A crash report was completed. A car deer crash was reported at E 250 S and S Maconaquah Dr, Peru. There was no damage to the vehicle. Units responded to 43021 Keesler Court, Peru, in reference to a possible domestic disturbance. The female advised it was a verbal argument and she did not wish to pursue any further. Officers spoke with a male over the phone at 2532 W 900 N, Peru, in reference to possible criminal mischief. The male advised he wanted to make a report for the record and that he will be seeking a no contact order. A car deer crash was reported at E U.S. 24 and N 300 E, Peru. No injuries were reported. A car was northbound on 3826 N Fillmore St, Mexico, when a deer entered the roadway. The car struck the deer causing front end damage. There were
7
THE PAPER
December 2, 2020
no injuries, and a crash report was completed. A suspicious person was reported at 494 E 1075 S, Bunker Hill. All checked fine. A suspicious vehicle was located 4673 S 625 E, Mississinewa at Miami Boat Ramp, Peru. An animal problem was reported at 1404 Eglin Avenue, Peru. A car deer crash was reported at N Paw Paw Pike and E 700 N, Denver.
A car deer crash was reported at N Mexico Road. and W 200 N, Peru. No injuries were reported. A state crash report was submitted. A car deer crash was reported at 3842 S 550 E, Denny’s Marina, Peru. No injuries were reported. A state crash report was submitted. A car deer crash was reported at 3977 E 650 S, Peru. No damage to vehicle. A permit was issued.
Nov. 21 Nov. 22 An abandoned vehicle was located at 517 N Main St, Amboy. Vehicle was towed. Left previous night between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. Owner contacted in Kokomo. Advised vehicle was stolen. KPD took report. Bowmans towing has vehicle with hold. A caller reported a gym bag containing drug paraphernalia at E 300 S and E New Hope Cemetery Road, Peru. The bag was seized and subsequently destroyed. A brush fire that caught a shed in its path was assisted with at 1102 W 300 N, Peru.
Officers responded to 3243 W St. Road. 18, Kokomo, for an intoxicated female. The female was in a verbal altercation with the father of her child. The female was belligerent and loud which escalated the situation. The female was trying to leave the residence with their 3-month-old child and scrapped her hand while being restrained by the father to prevent the departure. Parties were separated and follow-up with the female was arrange for a time when she was sober. No further action at this time.
Criminal mischief was reported at 2025 E 1275 S, Kokomo. Officers responded to E 550 N & N 100 E, Peru, in reference to a protective order violation. Michael Sparks of Peru was arrested on multiple charges. This is an ongoing investigation. A suspicious package or item was located at E 1200 N & N 600 E, Roann. A residential entry was assisted with at 1263 Chanute Avenue, Peru. A car deer crash was reported at W Logansport Road. and S 500 W, Peru. No injuries were reported. A state crash report was submitted. A deer carcass was removed from the road at S Bus. 31 and W Farview Dr, Peru. Nov. 23 Nicholas Hollis, Kokomo, was arrested on multiple charges at S U.S. 31 and W 560 S, Peru. Theft was reported at 2970 W St. Road. 18, McClure Oil, Kokomo. Shayden M. Massey of 1010 S 31st St, Lafayette, was arrested for failure to appear. Nicholas Hollis of 5317 Algonquin Trail, Kokomo, was arrested for operating while influ-
Classifieds
enced, driving while suspended (prior), and operator never licensed. Randal Scott of 2551 Old Stone Rd, Peru, was arrested for public intoxication. Nov. 25 A two-vehicle crash was reported at 3311 S St. Road. 19, Smithfield, Peru. Vehicle 1 was towed by Heeters. A one vehicle crash was reported at 2422 E St. R0ad. 16, Denver. State report completed. Beechers towed vehicle. A male subject called 911 and hung up at 7915 N 100 E, Denver. Male was having pain in chest from previous injuries. A suspicious package or item was located at 13004 S U.S.
31, Kokomo. A threat was reported at 233 S Lincoln St, Bunker Hill. An animal problem was reported at 4888 W Old Stone Rd, Peru. A dispute between neighbors over juveniles entering unoccupied house trailers was reported at 210 W Harrison St, Lakeview Mobile Home Park, Converse. Spoke to the guardian of the juveniles. No further action at this time Nov. 27 A car deer crash was reported at 100 N Park Avenue, American Stationary, Peru. A car deer crash was reported at 6629 S St. Road. 19, Peru. Cows escaped a farm at N St. Road. 19 and E 550 N,
Auctions
Peru. The cows were put back in their fence. A complainant had questions regarding a scam phone call at 2394 S Business 31, Peru. A prowler was reported at 2948 W 1000 N, Macy. A wanted person was reported at 906 W Main St, Sherwood Court 37, Peru. A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 6210 E 975 N, Roann. Christopher Leinberger of 332 E Canal St, Peru, was arrested. Earnest Morris of 147 E 800 S, Bunker Hill, was arrested. Ryan West of 701 E S. St, Gas City, was arrested. Courtney Murphy of 551 W Sixth St, Peru, was arrested for two charges of failure to appear.
8
THE PAPER
December 2, 2020
Kim Cox continues tradition of Miami Indian education at Blair Pointe Kim Cox, a thirdgrade teacher at Blair Pointe has been determined to continue the tradition of spreading positive news about Miami Indians and other tribes during the school’s Native American Celebration Day that took place Tuesday, Nov. 24. During the pandemic, the school was challenged concerning the assistance of public volunteers and trading classrooms. In order to reach those who could not be in class, they prepared lessons on Canvas to ensure students who were not able to be at school could still benefit from the fun and informative Native American Celebration Day. Local community members and businesses reached out to offer their support during these tough times. Sharon Dillman, retired third grade teacher, joined with Peru Farm Bureau to share copies of the 2020 Farm Bureau book, Popcorn Country. She read this aloud for students to get them excited about agriculture and all of its benefits. She also secured funding to have the book donated to the school to have in the school’s library. Community events had been recorded and downloaded from past events at Seven Pillars. Jim Allison videotaped Day at the Pillars for students to get an insightful look into the ways of the Miami Tribe. Sissy Mongosa is always willing to lend a hand to share the Miami culture with students and she created crafts or beading from a Miami Native. Sissy was contacted by a parent from Cox’s class to find out they are related through the Miami Indian heritage. Cox said, “How cool is that, finding out our roots are deeply planted here in Miami County and how we are very much connected?” Cox added, “Sara Siders has always made it a point to be here at Blair Pointe to assist and continue the tradition her grandmother Lora Siders began long ago to share the rich Miami heritage about the Miami Tribe. She has been wonderful about getting us items to have on display for students to look at for this year. In past years, we have had students dress in attire that would be worn by Miami Natives, because of
COVID-19 the students were not able to continue some traditions in our typical kidfriendly hands on experience.” Christine Bowyer has been a staple during Cox’s days at Blair Pointe and Elmwood to represent the Miami Indians and the Godfroy Clan. “I am very grateful for all her wisdom she continues to share in order to help us to reach out to our own Miami family as well as to other youths in the Miami County,” said Cox. Each teacher has Canvas pages to share links to read aloud stories, interactive websites (Scholastic and Google Expedition) and hands on tasks such as beading and crafting a model tipi. Cox, being a Miami Indian herself, has had “such wonderful support from staff members at Blair Pointe to make this day a success. It is so heart-warming to know how many people love these kids and will do about anything to help them to learn. Our teachers, embracing technology and health concerns to make this day a safe, informative adventure is so amazing. Our janitors have even stepped in to help with making popcorn to ensure students get a little of the sacred gift of the Indians along with the Legend of the Three Sisters, Corns, Beans and Squash,” Cox said. Cox said she has had parents willing to help out in getting materials recorded electronically and rolled out for children for the event. “Oko Hartleroad has a wonderful way to reach others and to capture their minds in order to get them to think, question and change things for the betterment of today and our future generations to come,” Cox added. Students have a new component of Native American Celebration Day. They have interactive hallway displays to engage in and to feel the presence of the Natives here in Miami County. Students and staff are learning the meaning behind the name Miami and its literal meaning, "all Beavers" but figuratively means "all friends." The hand-crafted tipi explains the traditions of the Plains Natives and their use of land and natural resources. The video on the Northeast Woodland tribe allows for students to compare their
daily life to that of a tribe boy or girl and contrast the differences in their lives compared to a NE Woodland native. Native American regalia is displayed to allow students' firsthand experience in what would be worn for ceremonial purposes. “Here at Blair Pointe, in Miami County we are still living together in harmony and helping one another to be the version of ourselves possible. I am so pleased to have such great people to share these life ex-
periences with and to make these meaningful experiences happen in a time that would otherwise be dark and sad. This year is extremely special for me to have my own Great niece in third grade to share our family’s rich heritage with her and all those around her. I am proud to be a Miami and I am thrilled to have the power of so many persistent people backing me each year to take the time to celebrate the many gifts of Native Americans,” Cox shared.
This is one of many displays that were put together at Blair Pointe Elementary School for Native American Celebration Day. Photo provided.