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7 seek seats on MSD school board By The Paper staff

Jimmy Daywalt III looks at the plaque honoring his father, Jimmy Daywalt, during a brief ceremony Saturday morning at the Wabash County Historical Museum. Joining Daywalt is Bill Blaylock, a longtime Jimmy Daywalt fan who paid for the plaque, as well as Daywalt family members. Photos by Joseph Slacian

Plaque unveiled for former Indy 500 driver By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Risk played a large part of Jimmy Daywalt’s life. Daywalt dropped out of Wabash High School in order to join the U.S. Army Air Corps., where he served as a tail gunner in a B-24. After the war, he took up his true love, driving a racecar in a time that was perhaps the most dangerous time in motorsports. He honed his skills and eventually qualified for the Indianapolis 500, starting the race eight times. He garnered Rookie of the Year honors in 1953, and led the race for eight laps in 1954. Daywalt’s life is now forever memorialized, thanks in part to the Jimmy Daywalt III introduces his family during a Indiana Racing Memorial ceremony at the Wabash County Historical Museum, Association. The group, along with while a portrait of his father, former Indy 500 driver officials from the Indianapolis Jimmy Daywalt, can be seen over his shoulder. (continued on page 6)

Seven people are seeking three seats on the MSD of Wabash County School Board in the Nov. 8 General Election. The district is divided into three regions: Northeast, Northwest and Southern. Seeking the Northeast District seat are incumbent John Gouveia III and challenger Todd Topliff. Seeking the Northwest District seat are Gary Fadil and Chad Watson. Seeking the Southern District seat are incumbent Kevin Bowman, Carol Cly and William Hunter. Candidates must reside in one of the Metro areas to represent it on the board. At least one member, but no more than two members, will be represented on the board. Those receiving the greatest number of votes are elected to the office, sub-

ject to the condition that no board district may have no more than two board members. The Paper of Wabash County asked the candidates to fill out forms which all contained the same questions. Their responses follow in a rotating alphabetical order, and their responses are broken down by the respective districts for which they are running. What are your views on consolidation with the Wabash City Schools district or all Wabash County schools? Southern District Kevin Bowman: For three years I have invested hours of study and thought to this topic. I have asked and listened to many people on their views. The central question is: Will consolidation offer a better educational opportunity for our children and also treat fair(continued on page 7)

4 seek council seats By The Paper staff Four candidates – three Republicans and one Democrat – are seeking three at-large seats on the Wabash County Council during the Nov. 8 General Election. Republican-incumbent Randy Curless is joined by Philip Dale and Lorissa Sweet on the Republican side, while Donald Rose is the lone Democrat seeking a local office. All the candidates were asked to respond to a series of questions provided by The Paper of Wabash County. Their responses follow in a rotating alphabetical order. Are you in favor of building a

new county jail? If not, what do you believe could help ease the county’s inmate overcrowding? Randy Curless: I want to see the results from the Jail Study Committee’s work. They are considering all options the county might have. I want to see the county make use of any other options first, other than building a new jail. This might be more home detention, probation programs or utilizing a minimum-security facility for inmates the courts feel appropriate. Our judges and prosecutors need to weigh in on the discussions as they determine sentencing. Philip Dale: I am not truly in favor (continued on page 25)

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County Council borrows $500,000 to cover General Fund By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com The Wabash County Council approved bor-

rowing a loan for up to $500,000 Monday night, Oct. 24, to support its General Fund through the end of the year.

The Council unanimously adopted the resolution approving the loan, which is provided through the Cumulative Bridge

Fund. The loan will be repaid following the upcoming tax draw, or before Dec. 31, according to Mike Ridenour,

Council chairman. “This is just to cover expenses until the tax draw,” he said. In other business, the Council provided

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and Indiana State University. Nicole is involved in National Honor Society, Academic Super Bowl, Teens Against Dating Abuse, Gay Straight Alliance, Operation Elf, March of Dimes, and also volunteers at the Animal Shelter and holds a part-time job. She is determined to further her education so that she can better herself and her community. Nicole is the daughter of Amy Morgan. Dawes plans to attend Purdue University where she will major in Animal Science and PreVeterinary Medicine. She will go on to Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine to become a large and small animal veterinarian. Makenna is a member of the high school volleyball and basketball teams, Peers Educating Peers, National Honors Society, and Student Congress. She is a 10-year 4-H member and holds an internship at C o u n t r y s i d e Veterinary Hospital. Makenna is the daughter of Gregory and Debra Dawes. King plans to attend Oakland University to major in Missions and minor in Christian Education. Her career goal is to become a missionary. Cheyenne participates in National Honors Society, Student Council, Drama Club, Yearbook Committee, and the Superintendent’s Advisory Group. She is a manager for boys’ football, basketball, and baseball teams, an active member of her church missions group, a mentor for Kids Hope, and holds a part-time job. Cheyenne is the daughter of Kenneth King and Teresa Miller-King. Payne plans to attend Indiana University to major in social work, research science, and nonprofit managements in order to pursue a career in social work

and research science. She is a member of the Crossroads Junior Board of Directors, Gay Straight Alliance, Teens Against Dating Abuse, Academic Super Bowl, and is Vice President of her senior class. Zoe is an active volunteer with many community organizations and holds a part-time job. Zoe is the daughter of Catrina Payne and granddaughter of John and Teresa Heitz. Tracy plans to attend Purdue University to major in Film and Theater Production and Design in order to seek a career as a producer and designer in the entertainment industry. She participates in Track and Field, Cross County, Yearbook, National Honor Society, Best of the Best Art Program, Future Farmers of America, Dance, Piano, and 4-H. She is a volunteer gymnastics coach and also holds a part-time job. Catherine is the daughter of Richard

and Shannon Tracy. Established in 1998 to draw more talented Indiana students to college, the Lilly Endowment aims to raise the level of educational attainment in the state and eliminate the barrier of financial need and college debt for recipients. The Lilly E n d o w m e n t C o m m u n i t y Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship awarded to students throughout Indiana. Recipients receive a four-year, full tuition scholarship to the

Indiana institution of higher learning of his or her choice. Each year, many students apply, but only one Wabash County student will receive the scholarship. Lilly Endowment, Inc. entrusts community foundations in each county in Indiana with administering the Lilly E n d o w m e n t C o m m u n i t y Scholarship annually. For 19 years, the C o m m u n i t y Foundation of Wabash County has been proud to admin-

ister the prestigious Lilly Endowment C o m m u n i t y Scholarship. This year is the first year of the new Lilly E n d o w m e n t C o m m u n i t y Scholarship timeline. Students were required to submit applications to the C o m m u n i t y Foundation by Sept. 26, 2016, with the winner being announced in December. This new accelerated timeline was developed to provide the recipients more time to make their college selection.

an additional appropriation of $30,000 to the County Coroner to cover the costs of autopsies as well as an additional appropriation to the Solid Waste Management District of $25,000 for a skid steer. The Council also

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ly promoted – two to captain and two to sergeant. Promoted were Capt. Jerry D. Honeycutt, Capt. Matthew A. Benson, Sgt. Chad J. Galligan and Sgt. Kevin R. Evenson. All were sworn in by Mayor Scott Long during a private ceremony. Three of the four – Benson, Galligan and Evenson – received ceremonial oaths on Monday, Oct. 24, during the Wabash City Council meeting. Honeycutt joined the department in 1990 and was promoted to sergeant in 1995. As captain, Honeycutt will be in charge of third shift uniform patrol. He has previously worked all three shifts in the department. He also maintains the departments in car video systems. Benson joined the Wabash City Police in 1996 and was promoted to sergeant in 2011. As captain, Benson will be in charge of second shift uniform

patrol. He also is the department’s Public Information Officer and a member of the Indiana Homeland Security District 3 Task Force. Galligan joined the department in 2000 and was promoted to corporal in 2011. He will serve as the third shift sergeant. Galligan is a certified Indiana Law Enforcement instructor, Taser instructor, and Operation Pull-Over

coordinator. Evenson joined the department in 2011 and will now serve as the second shift sergeant. Evenson became a certified Indiana Law Enforcement Instructor in 2016 and is continuing his efforts to become a firearms instructor. “The four gentlemen that have been promoted – two to captain and two to

Capt. Matt Benson receives a proclamation from Mayor Scott Long.

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... continued from page 4 sergeant on our police department – maintains a strong chain of command within our department,” Long said following the ceremony. “These guys are hard workers and dedicated individuals.” In other business, no one spoke at a public hearing in regard to increasing sewage and stormwater rates or seeking a revenue bond for the sewage works. All three were unanimously approved by the council during its regular meeting. The council also approved, on first reading, the 2017 salary ordinance. City employees will receive a 2 percent increase except for the mayor and the council. Council member Bryan Dillon, who in the past said he believed the mayor should receive an

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Plaque unveiled for former Indy 500 driver... continued from the front page Motor Speedway, friends and relatives from the Wabash area, and racing fans in gen-

eral were on hand Saturday, Oct. 29, to dedicate a plaque in his honor.

The plaque, on East Market Street, just to the west of the entrance to the Wabash

County Historical Museum, was unveiled by Daywalt’s son, Jimmy Daywalt III, and Bill Blaylock, a Texas resident and lifelong Jimmy Daywalt fan who paid for the memorial. “It’s fantastic,” the younger Daywalt told The Paper of Wabash County following the ceremony. “I wish he could be here to see it. It’s wonderful. It’s in a great location, and I’m glad it was placed here in Wabash.” The plaque is part of IRMA’s Project 19, which seeks to place 19 such markers around the state in honor of the state’s Bicentennial. “We’re on track to achieving that goal,” IRMA co-founder Mark Eustler told a crowd gathered inside the museum during a brief ceremony before the unveiling. “We’re in the high teens now, and thousands of people attend our event.” The markers recognized “people and places in the State of Indiana that are important to racing,” he continued. Blaylock thanked

both the office of Mayor Scott Long and officials from IRMA for their efforts in making the honor for Daywalt become a reality. “We learn from history,” he said. “Memorializing history is how we learn about people and places and events that have affected us.” Blaylock recalled meeting the one time he met Daywalt, as a young boy in the pits of the Hoosier Hundred at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. “It didn’t take me long to realize that Indiana has a tremendous racing heritage,” he said. “When I met Jimmy for that brief moment my father took me into the pits, he was very warm and engaging, and very articulate. He was very comforting to a young boy, something you never forget. “I don’t know if it’s something I should be grateful for or something I should curse, but Jimmy Daywalt put the racing hook deep down and my throat, and it never got pulled out.” The younger

Daywalt, who traveled to Wabash with his wife and two daughters for the ceremony from his home in Arizona, received a special surprise from Indianapolis 500 radio announcer Howdy Bell. Bell received the elder Daywalt’s jacket presented to members of the Champion Spark Plug 100 Club. Bell promised to have the jacket delivered to Daywalt’s Arizona home so he could have a piece of his father’s racing memorabilia. As a boy, the younger Daywalt knew of his father’s racing career. But that’s not how he remembers him. “He passed when I was a young boy,” he said. “But to me, he was Dad. That was it. I remember sitting next to him watching ‘The Wonderful World of Disney.’ And I remember him listening to music. He was a big Glenn Miller fan. He was very much just humble … and Dad. It was never about the racing at home. “By the time I had started learning about things he had already

passed. And when he passed, it was an event in my life I didn’t fully understand. As time continued on, I started learning about what a special person he was.” Many times while on the job, Jimmy Daywalt III said, he would have to sign for packages. “Someone would say, ‘That’s a very famous name you have,’ and I would say, ‘Yes, he was my father,’” he recalled. “To everyone else, he was this 500 race driver, but to me he was just Dad. As time went on I started learning more about his character and what a special person he was. “And that is why this is very special to me. Fifty years after his death, here’s an event honoring him.” Indianapolis Motor Speedway historian Donald Davidson spoke briefly about the elder Daywalt before the unveiling ceremony, then gave a more detailed look at his career, as well as other ties to the 500 that existed in Wabash County.

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7 seek seats on MSD school board

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John Gouveia

Todd Topliff

Gary Fadil

Kevin Bowman

Carol Cly

William Hunter

nities. Bill Hunter: I feel that before we consider a consolidation that we need to make sure our house is in order. We need to make sure that the community of MSD wants to go in that direction, be it a full consolidation or just an administrative one. What positive or negative effects to our students would there be in the quality of the education, sports and overall student life? Most importantly the Board needs to include everyone in the discussion, parents, teachers and

staff as well as the taxpayers. We need to have a feasibility

study done to help with this. N o r t h w e s t

District Gary Fadil: I am open to considering

all options. Consolidation is not the only option.

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ly the taxpayers who are required to fund that education? I am open to conversation with the community and intend on devoting myself to understanding all sides. Consolidation is a complex issue. All schools as we know them would cease. All employment would be terminated. Only those chosen would be rehired. School cultures would change. Carol Cly: In my view, consolidation with the Wabash City Schools should be carefully considered. I anticipate a feasibility study conducted by an outside agency to determine what is the best course of action for now and the future. I would hope that if we do consolidate, it is done gradually, with first joining of administrations and maybe accelerated classes and then move to full consolidation if that is determined to be the optimal path for the best educational opportu-

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7 seek seats on MSD school board has not provided the data and information, nor has significant public input been received, to make an educated decision. If the people of Wabash County were provided all the information to know what was being decided, then the people would have the opportunity to sup-

port a decision based on facts. Chad Watson: We need to review all options at this point. We need to take time and talk to surrounding schools and school systems to see not only what has worked but also what has not. Northeast District John Gouveia III: I am open to the inevitable consolida-

tion of services, administration, and/or complete corporations into a single entity, in so much as the educational benefits for our children exceeds the expense, and if done on a fair and equitable basis; meaning that any future elected Board of Education controlling the decisions of

finance appropriations and policy, would properly reflect the composite proportionality of the tax paying constituency of any future consolidated district. Naturally, any form of consolidation of student bodies should be the catalyst to provide further enhanced course offerings and educational benefit to

all students in the county and/or consolidated district. Todd Topliff: I believe that MSD should evaluate all of the options available. MSD needs to have meaningful discussions with all Wabash County Schools to consolidate corporations. A thorough evaluation needs to be completed with the outcome being shared with the public. I believe a consolidation would improve the educational opportunities for our youth. There would be increased class offerings, at all levels, that are not able to be offered today. The curriculum would better suit all students whether they intend to attend higher education or directly enter the workforce. I also believe that the consolidated school corporation would be financially secure. If consolidation does not occur, what plans do you have to develop MSD of Wabash County into a more efficient school district? Southern District Cly: If consolidation is not the best option, then we need to take a very careful look at our finances and find where cuts can be made. If it is deemed imperative to close an elementary school, I want responsible decisions. It seems the best option is keeping Sharp Creek open due to its proximity to the high school. It has been suggested it would be too expensive to “fix” it, but I think it would be fool hard to abandon it. Again, careful studies must be done. I think we should also consider sharing teachers between the two high schools. Hunter: One of the way I would like to help MSD become more financially efficient would be to form committees that would be made up of staff and parents. These committees would be tasked with looking at ways operational changes could be made with minimal impact on the students. This group of people may find better or more cost effective ways of doing things and everyone’s voices would be heard. Bowman: MSD is an efficient district. At the end of

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September, we had a general fund balance of $750,000. Over the past eight years, the Board and I have been proactive in reducing costs. Many decisions were difficult and affected people’s lives. The efficiency of a school is a worthwhile pursuit; however, the quality of the education of our children must not be compromised. We must be willing to pay experienced teachers who can challenge and develop students into their full potential. Large classroom sizes may save money, but as a parent wouldn’t more individual attention be better? N o r t h w e s t District Watson: Again, we have to look at all options and see what plan benefits us with our existing building situation. Fadil: Hard decisions have to be made. I have made those difficult and unpopular decisions throughout my career. The current board has been deficit spending for many years. They take out loans to pay today’s bills. This is unsustainable and must change. Allow the MSD of Wabash administrators do their jobs for which they are qualified. Northeast District Topliff: The current status quo has not been successful for MSD, represented by the financial instability that exists. I believe that a fivemember board does not have all of the answers, they must utilize the resources available to them, staff, parents, and public, to make the best decisions. The quality of education must be maintained with improvements made to fiscal responsibility to compete with surrounding districts and to make MSD the desired school system to attend. I can bring experience in improving financial success to MSD if elected. Gouveia: Given the current state of declining enrollment that the district has experienced over the past decade, failing consideration of consolidation with any other district will have little choice but to move forward with a reconfiguration of our own district, wherein a single high school, single middle

school, and the closure of an elementary school would need to occur. In just the past eight years, enrollment is down by more than 400 students, which represents an entire nine to 12 high school based on current class size. The district simply cannot afford to continue to run duplicity in classes and services.

During the past year, it came to light that MSD of Wabash County Board of Education violated Indiana’s Open Door Law. What steps will you take as a candidate to not repeat the same mistake? Southern District Hunter: Closed executive sessions should only be used when the agenda being discussed is of a private, personal matter or pending litigation. Some of the current board members have said that executive meetings are so they can speak freely. The MSD Board should speak freely in front of the people that have put them in the position. Bowman: Indiana allows the use of executive sessions for limited yet important matters that a board needs to discuss. Personnel issues are an example. I fully intend to guard this privilege by obeying the law. At MSD we are blessed to have teachers, staff and administrators who are hardworking and committed to our schools. I find them to be well informed, understanding and considerate. As a community building a better future, they need and deserve our support. They have the opportunity every day to influence our youth. Their salaries should be competitive with others in the marketplace. Cly: To insure compliance with the Open Door Law, I would make sure that only accepted topics are discussed at executive sessions, mainly personnel issues, and that no decisions are made at those sessions. I would encourage more input from teachers and parents before open discussions at board meetings. N o r t h w e s t District Fadil: Now the (continued on page 9)

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7 seek seats on MSD school board new board will have to re-earn the trust of the people. My recommendation is to stop the executive sessions whenever possible and have open meetings. It was a poor decision and illinformed action. As I understand it, the board took that action without consideration of the law or even consultation with legal counsel. The improper action by the current board caused many people to lose trust in that board. Watson: You have to basically become an “open door” committee. You also need to develop small groups of parents, teachers and business owners that can sit down with the board and discuss different ideas. Northeast District Gouveia: I would be cognizant to ensure that any future ‘Executive Sessions’ are properly annotated with the

limited scope of discussion that is allowed by Indiana Statue. Additionally, any formal votes on matters receive the proper public vetting and discussion during normal ‘Open’ meetings. Matters of substantive relevance will be vetted in advertised Open Forum Meetings, wherein the Board of Education can gather additional input. Live streaming the meetings, podcasts, and other media uses, would provide greater public access to the meetings as well, particularly for those parents whose time is limited because of other events and activities involving their children. Topliff: I believe that transparency is the key to any successful organization. Transparency builds trust in all involved and allows for the best decision making process. I know there are times that Executive Sessions are needed, such as

issues dealing with personnel, private student matters, etc. I do not believe that the Board should be making large decisions without offering opportunities for the public and teachers to have input. The Board should be making decisions with the people and for the people, not for personal agendas. Just because Executive Sessions are allowed in some cases, doesn’t mean they need to be used.

thinking and what I may do has always been important to me. Transparency begins with me as an individual. You deserve to know my thoughts and convictions on a subject. Likewise, I am charged with knowing yours so I can represent you better. Always feel free that you can call and talk. Cly: It is important that the Board of Education is totally open with the public. While they may not support all decisions, they must be aware of decisions being made and their opinions must be given careful consideration as this is a public school system. Hunter: All elected officials should be t r a n s p a r e n t . Transparency will build trust with parents, teachers and staff as well as the taxpayers. One way to ensure this would be to have the board meetings videoed and/or a podcast for people that are not

How transparent should the Board of Education be with the public? Southern District Bowman: The MSD Board of Education is an elected board. We must be accountable to the public. In fact, the title of “trustee” is given to anyone who holds this position. I take this very seriously. I enjoy person-to-person convers a t i o n . Communicating to others what I am

able to attend the meetings. We already have the technology to do this. It just needs to be put in place. N o r t h w e s t District Watson: Highly transparent. All meetings should be open to the public, except the possibility of review meetings that could be held with members only. Fadil: The public is the children, teachers, parents and the people of the Wabash County. Every decision that is made affects them. The only items where privacy should be respected is for specific personnel issues Northeast District Topliff: I believe the Board of Education should be as transparent as possible with the public at all times. The Board is elected by the public and should represent accordingly. Whenever possible, discussions should be conducted in public meetings and should include public input.

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bles because they are losing students so they’re losing money. One of the fallacies is we’ve cut education funding. We have never, ever, in my 28 years, cut education spending.” In 2009, he noted, schools received $300 million less from the state, but that’s because Gov. Mike Pence withheld the money. “We did not cut it,” Wolkins said. As for state-funded pre-school, Wolkins contends the state “absolutely cannot afford it.” “We have 100,000 kids that enter kindergarten every year,” he said. “So if you fund pre-K, that’s going to be 300,000 more kids at about $6,000 per kid, that ends up being about $2 billion, onethird of what we spend on education right now. Where are we going to get $2 billion? “I am supporting (continued on page 11)

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pre-K for low-income kids, which is going to be mainly in your inner-cities and urban areas. … There is no way we can afford $2 billion. We spend $6 billion now.” Moore noted that the plan proposed by Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz is for optional enrollment. “If you’re blessed and have a parent that can stay home and educate your child until their kindergarten-age, you’re welcome to do that,” Moore said. “The Legislature and Glenda Ritz had a program in the works for universal pre-K for everyone to

be implemented. It was funded with a grant from the federal government. “And then Gov. Pence said, ‘We do not want $80 million to fund it,” and he turned that away.” There were some lighter moments in the debate as well, such as when discussing a nonpartisan committee be in charge of redistricting every 10 years. Wolkins said he was in favor of the nonbinding committee. “I’ve been for this every year that I’ve been there,” he said. “It’s amazing that both parties seem to be for this until the year the

do the redistricting and whoever is in charge change their mind and it doesn’t’ happen. It’s amazing how that works. “You can absolutely determine who goes to the Statehouse, the federal Congress or wherever by how to divide the district.” In her response, Moore looked at Wolkins and quipped, “I didn’t think we’d agree on anything.” “I really, really do think we have the power to have an impartial drawing of our district,” she continued. “It should be done, sooner rather than later.”

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By David Fenker david@nmpaper.com NORTH MANCHESTER — Three positions on the M a n c h e s t e r Community Schools Board of School Trustees are up for election this November. A total of six candidates are running in the election. For Chester Township, Ruth Anne Ayres is challenging incumbent Byron Brunn. For the Town of North Manchester, Matthew Nettleton and Lisa Ulrey challenge incumbent Brady Burgess. Running unopposed for the Pleasant Township seat is Steve Flack, current board president. Brady Burgess – Town of North Manchester Incumbent Brady Burgess recently completed the second year of his term. He was sworn in on Aug. 5, 2014 after being selected to fill a vacancy left by the departure of

Dr. Glenn Sharfman in 2014. “Originally, I was reluctant to submit my letter of interest to the board when the vacant seat needed filled. When I learned that no one else in the district was showing much interest, it both scared me and motivated me to want to be considered for the position,” he said. “We all have busy lives and schedules but I believe this truly is a very important leadership role in the community that warrants the very best minds at the table. That is why I chose to be considered for the position.” Burgess, who owns B.I.T. Computers, Inc., graduated from Manchester JuniorSenior High School in 2000. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business information systems from Indiana Wesleyan University, and is a lifelong Wabash County resident. Previous board terms include a stint as the president of the

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Protect pipes from freezing this winter From Metro Creative Graphics Freezing pipes are a concern for homeowners who live in cold climates. When temperatures dip below freezing, the risk that pipes will freeze rises. Should a pipe burst, the damage that results can be extensive and costly. Any pipe can freeze, but those that are directly exposed to the cold are the most vulnerable. These include pipes that feed outdoor hoses, swimming pool supply lines, pipes in unheated indoor rooms (i.e., basements or garages), and any pipes that run close to the outdoors through uninsulated walls. Water expands as it freezes, and that expansion can place

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continue to drain and expand outward without damaging the pipe. An insulated bib dome also can help prevent frozen pipes. • Open cabinet doors to allow heat to reach pipes inside of cabinets. Keep the doors open to spaces that may not be heated or insulated as well as other areas of the home so that heat can find its way inside. Consider wrapping these pipes with an insulating material as well, such as heat tape or pipe sleeves. • Maintain a consistent thermostat temperature. Ensure the temperature inside your home does not drop below 55 F; otherwise, problems can arise. Use a programmable thermostat to keep the house comfortable even when

you are not home. Individuals who are traveling should set the thermostat so that it will keep the home at the recommended temperature to avoid frozen pipes. • Open one faucet. When it is very cold outside, particularly at night, let water slowly drip from one faucet to prevent freezing. Choose the sink that is furthest from where water enters the house so water is flowing through all of the pipes to reach that faucet. • Increase insulation around where pipes enter the house. Use insulating foam to seal any drafts where pipes enter the house from the outdoors. Frozen pipes cannot always be avoided.

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redirecting warm air that rises back down into the living space. The effect can help you lower your thermostat by two degrees in the winter. While cutting back on energy may seem more challenging as

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Easy projects to winterize the home From Metro Creative Graphics If boots, a warm hat and a tuned-up snow blower are the only items on your winter preparation list, your home maintenance plan may need a makeover. These simple home maintenance

projects can help lower your energy bills, prevent more costly repairs and/or increase the lifespan of your home. 1. Heating & Ventilation — Examine your fireplace and chimney system to ensure that no soot or creosote has

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Ensure rain or snow drains away from the house to avoid foundation problems. 5. Roof and Gutters — Inspect your roof for shingles that are warped, damaged or even missing to prevent a future leak. Use roofing cement and a caulking gun to seal joints where water could penetrate, such as around the chimney, skylights or vent pipes. Make sure that your gutters and downspouts are securely fastened. Downspouts should extend at least five feet away from the home to prevent flooding. When it comes to preventative maintenance, a little time and effort can save thousands in energy costs and repair bills over the lifetime of your home.

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Upon the arrival of winter, people in regions where winter is marked by cold weather tend to spend significantly more time indoors. Because windows tend to be closed during winter, indoor air quality can suffer, making conditions inside a home less than desirable. According to the American Lung Association, poor air circulation in a home can promote the spread of bacteria and viruses. Once such bacteria or viruses are inhaled, coughs, colds and flu can spread. In addition, asthma and allergy sufferers may experience worsening symptoms thanks to the presence of endotoxins, which are substances that come from the broken-down cells of dead bacteria. Because many people spend significantly more time indoors during winter than other times of the year, it’s essential that they take measures to improve indoor air quality in the months ahead. • Cut back on chemicals. It’s ideal to avoid heavy chemical usage inside a home throughout the year, but it’s especially important to do so during winter. Solvent-based cleaners or cleaning products with strong fragrances can negatively affect indoor air quality and potentially trigger allergic reactions. In lieu of chemically-enhanced cleaning products, use natural products that get the job done without sacrificing indoor air quality. • Stop smoking indoors. Tobacco smoke can affect smokers and nonsmokers alike. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention note that secondhand smoke causes numerous

properly ventilated. In many homes, that’s the bathroom. Even if a bathroom has a ventilation fan, routinely inspect the ceiling and shower for mold growth. Exposure to mold can cause a host of negative side effects, including nasal and

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Cool weather often drives people to spend more hours indoors than they do during the warmer months. Autumn is a time to winterize gardens, put away lawn furniture and prepare for the holiday season. Autumn also provides the perfect opportunity to begin home interior projects. Many people decide to redecorate their homes to reflect each season. When temperatures change, it’s time to transition from the light colors and breezy fabrics symbolic of summer to thicker, darker materials that evoke coziness. With some inspiration and a little knowhow, any homeowner or apartment dweller

can cozy up a space in time for fall and winter. • Invest in area rugs. While wood floors can look beautiful and work well with many different design styles, wood can feel chilly underfoot. Thick area rugs add warmth to a room and can help it look more lived-in. Area rugs also help a room appear more cohesive, coordinating with other colors in a space and providing a visual border. • Practice layering in rooms. An affordable and relatively easy way to make a room seem more cozy is to layer fabrics and other accents. Layers can include throws and blankets. Remove place mats from the dining room table and use them on accent tables or an ottoman

in the living room. Table runners also can add a splash of color to the top of bedroom dressers. • Play with texture. Look for fabrics that boast texture and can add a tactile feel to spaces. When used on throw pillows or small accents, faux fur can create that cozy cabin feel. Draperies made from nubby fabrics or those with grooves and ridges can add dimension to a room as well. Even a lampshade made of an unusual fabric, such as a waffle-patterned material, can add a little depth and warmth to a space. • Reevaluate your lighting. Lighting a space is more than just flipping on a switch. Finding the right balance of lighting fixtures can

instantly transform the feel of a room. Create more warmth and a cozy feel by switching out bulbs from cooler shades to warmer ones — those that give off yellow and pink hues rather than cool blues. Accent lighting helps establish a comfortable space for curling up and reading a good book. Spot lighting, such as fixtures that are trained on artwork or inside of a curio or china cabinet, also can set a

more welcoming mood. • Install a bookshelf and start a book collection. Piles and stacked books can add warmth to any space. Books evoke the hallowed halls of schools and quiet nooks in the library. Fill shelves with books interspersed with additional design accents, and you will instantly make a room feel more inviting. • Choose dark paint. Do not feel nervous about incorporating

deeper shades in rooms. Dark colors give rooms a more enclosed feel than lighter colors, and that can create a warm and cozy feeling. This works particularly well in larger spaces that feel vast and empty. If you’re scared to paint all of your walls, try a darker shade below a chair rail or just paint one accent wall. • Add architectural elements. Think about adding rich moldings to crown the

ceilings or to frame doorways. If you have the space for a nook, create a window seat beneath a picture window or add a bench and cushions in a corner for a nice escape spot. Use the colder weather as an opportunity to reinvent some of the rooms in your home. With paint, texture, fabric, lighting, and more, rooms can be quickly transformed into cozy respites from the cold.

Prepare fireplace, stoves for season From Metro Creative Graphics Fireplaces and woodburning stoves not only can be beautiful focal points within a home, but they also provide an additional source of heat and can be used to keep rooms or entire homes comfortable without the need for additional and potentially costly heating sources. Just like more modern home heating systems, stoves and fireplaces need to be maintained, and that maintenance includes readying them before winter when they are used more heavily. Ensuring a fireplace or stove is in good working order helps to guarantee efficiency of use and safety during the winter months. Open-flame heating sources carry with them certain risks. The National Fire Protection Association states that, between 2009-2013, American fire departments responded to 56,000 home structure fires that involved heating equipment. The NFPA notes that the leading factor contributing to home-heating fires is a failure to keep things clean, principally from solid-fueled heating equipment. The following are a handful of ways to stay safe as you get ready for another cozy season around the fire. • Start with the chim-

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VIEWPOINT OUR VIEW Get out and vote On Nov. 8, Americans will take to the polls to decide who will become the leader of the free world for the next four years. They also will decide several key national races in the State of Indiana, as well as several important state level positions. Locally, there is a race for the Wabash County Council, but outside of that, there are few countywide races for local voters to cast ballots in. Those living in the MSD of Wabash County and the Manchester Community Schools districts also will get a chance to decide who will serve on their respective boards. Wabash City Schools patrons don’t have that luxury, as that board is one of about a dozen left in the State of Indiana that is still appointed. Some are calling the Nov. 8 election the most imporant our country has faced in recent memory. Others are calling it a joke, largely because of the two major parties candidates for president. No matter how you feel about this years candidates and the parties’ offerings, it behooves you to get out and cast your ballot. We aren’t telling you for whom to vote. We are just encouraging you to get out and participate in the process in which millions in other countries truly wish they had. With early voting now underway and continuing the rest of this week and on Monday of next, there is no reason not to find a few minutes to vote. All to often people complain about the way government is going. They also may disapprove with this program or that program which has been approved by the state Legislature or by Congress. Now is the time to let your lawmakers know exactly how you feel. The more people who cast ballots, the more likely that politicians will hear your voice. Take a few minutes, go to one of the many vote centers around Wabash County on Election Day, or stop by the office of the Clerk of the Wabash Circuit Court beforehand to case a vote in the early voting. Now is the chance to let your voice be heard locally, in Indianapolis and in Washington. Let your voice be heard.

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Jr. Achievement officials like help Dear editor: On Aug. 13, Junior Achievement (JA) serving North Manchester had its 45th Annual FunFest 5K and 1-mile FunRun, with the headquarters once again setup at the corner of 9th and Market streets. This year’s event was deemed a success as 232 out of 248 registrants competed in the 5K despite the early morning storms that rolled through North Manchester. Worthy of note is the fact that 57 of those 232 participants were members of either a soccer or cross country team that used the event for conditioning. The JA Board of Directors was happy to see that 146 participants were local residents, but it was also pleasing to know that 37 percent of participants travelled from outside Wabash County. It’s obvious that people have heard about this amazing community event, either through the online registration, Facebook, or the Refer-AFriend program, which saved both individuals on their entry fees. In addition, 62 participants registered for the 1-mile FunRun, with 57 individuals recorded as competing and finishing the event. Of those who finished, a total of 38 were under the age of 18, which is just an awesome highlight of this fun-filled event. In terms of the designated race categories, the respective winners were as follows: Men’s Overall: Thomas Rohr, 16, of Rochester, 16:06.3, 1st place Women’s Overall: Rae Bedke, 17, of North Manchester, 19:11.6, 7th place Men’s Master: Tracy Blocker, 45, of Huntington, 19:24.4, 9th place. Women’s Master: Trish Shoemaker, 47, of North Manchester, 22:02.2, 29th place. Men’s Grand Master (50+): Paul Maure, 52, of Walkerton, 24:34.0, 60th place. Women’s Grand Master (50+): Karen Bechtold, 60, of North Manchester, 27:52.8, 103rd place. Boy’s Overall FunRun (12 & under): Memphis Wood, 11, of North Manchester, 6:31:00, 1st place. Girl’s Overall FunRun (12 & under): Elli Baker, 9, of North Manchester, 7:44:00, 4th place The event would not have been possible without the support, encouragement, and contributions of many individuals, organizations, and businesses. Once again, our sponsors helped make this a true community event through not only their donations, but also their participation. The JA Board would like to thank the following gracious spon-

sors (listed by level): Title: Beacon Credit Union Platinum: Parkview - Manchester Clinic; Parkview - Wabash Hospital. Gold: Manchester Jr.-Sr. High School; Pizza Hut; Square Pixel Studio; POET Biorefining; Strauss Veal Feeds; Stine Tire; Crossroads Bank; Manchester Family Dentistry; Novae Corp.; Midwest Poultry Services LP; Manchester University; Wildman Business Group; NewMarket ; Vanderpool Law Firm, P.C.; B.I.T. Computers; Stoops Law Office, P.C. Silver: Naragon & Purdy Inc. CPAs; Moose Family Center #1518; Fahs-Brown Plumbing; First Merchants Bank; Gaunt & Son Asphalt; Standard Auto Parts; Bippus State Bank; Dairy Queen; Midwest Eye Consultants; Daniel C. Croner D.D.S.; Jasmine GabrielSchlitt D.D.S.; McKee Mortuary; Main View; Bradley S. Camp O.D.; Frantz Lumber; Insurance 1 Services; Grandstaff-Hentgen Bender Chapel; Tim Adams State Farm; Terri Eckert School of Dance; Friermood Tire; Manchester Trading Post; Riverbridge Electric, LLC Bronze: Don & Sue Meyer; Tri-Oaks Realty; Cottage Creations; Round Barn Metal Works. FunRun: Dorais Chevrolet; Guenin Law Office, P.C.; Grandstaff-Hentgen Bender Chapel The annual event benefits local youth beyond race day, as proceeds from entry fees support the Junior Achievement programs provided to North Manchester students, from preschool through senior year, on financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. JA of North Manchester relies on financial and volunteer support from businesses, organizations, and individuals, and the annual 5K &/FunRun is an important fundraiser for the Board of Directors. The annual letter campaign, which is the board’s primary fundraising event, begins mid- October. Once again, the JA Board of Directors would like to thank all of the wonderful sponsors throughout the community, the countless volunteers that gave their time to help in so many ways, and the participants that make events such as the 5K/FunRun possible. It was a great success for JA, as well as for the students of Manchester Community Schools. — Julie Dyson ,Area Manager, and the JA of North Manchester Board

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To the Editor: The community of Roann has many attractive historical landmarks: the covered bridge, the restored mill at Stockdale, the Lewis home, and the log cabin in the town park to name some obvious ones. Indeed, the entire downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places. Unfortunately, recent changes have been made to the 1863 Abshire log cabin that are historically inaccurate and contrary to the spirit and the letter of historic preservation. The log cabin was built with “dutch doors”, doors with a top panel and a bottom panel. These original doors have been removed and replaced with a totally different door that looks nothing like the original nineteenth century work. Further, it is hinged on the wrong side of the door frame (seriously) with modern hardware and when opened covers the cabin window. The whole purpose of historic preservation is to preserve a building as it has looked throughout history. To state the obvious- you do not throw away original 1863 doors. There are written guidelines to assist communities to preserve buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. (Secretary of the Interior Standards, ww.nps.gov/tps/standards.htm). According to these guidelines an historic building should retain all original portions of the structure. If repair is needed due to deterioration of a part of a building, then that part is restored; that is, the damage is fixed with materials that match the original. In the case of the log cabin, the original doors should be retained and only any damaged part of the doors restored. If any part is beyond restoration – and these log cabin doors were not – a reproduction of the original should be made. In every case the original appearance of the building should be preserved. To repeat, the Roann log cabin’s original doors have been removed and replaced with a completely different modern set of doors with obviously modern hardware. The result is that a unique historical asset is no longer intact – and now looks ridiculous. This issue was brought before the responsible party, the Roann Town Board, at its September 2016 meeting. At that meeting the Board indicated this would be an agenda item for the October meeting. It was not. I am confused at this indifference. If Roann’s signature covered bridge was inappropriately modernized and had its appearance changed, the community would rightly insist that its original historic appearance be restored. The 1863 Abshire log cabin deserves the same respect we accord the 1877 covered bridge. I would ask that community members concerned about this damage to the Abshire log cabin contact the Roann Town Board and insist the original doors be returned. — Jonathan G Fisher, rural Wabash

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Those attending the Manchester High School Class of 1966 had its 50th runion on July 23 at the Honeywell Center on July 23. Those attending the 50th reunion were (front row, from left), Arvada (Holle) Trickle, Becky (Weitzel) McClelland, Steve Meyer. George Ross (second row), Sue (Mason) Grossnickle, Ralph Howard, Roberta Strickler, Dale Carpenter, Ivanna (Gahl) Epp, Kendall Pitts. Connie (Enyeart) Ihnen (third row), Dennis Ayres, Joyce (Butler) Miner, Becky (Balsbaugh) Almond, Bonnie (Leckrone) Koontz, Janet (Jenkins) Glick (four row), Roger Grossnickle, Joan (Leatherman) Patterson, Barbara (Sell) Vawter. Jill (Krieg) Blocher (fifth row), Patsy (Niccum) Wimmer, Joe Blocher, Kadonna (Landis) Holderman, Sue (Niswander) Myers, Jim Huffman, Rita Schroll, Lon Knecht, Marvin “Pete” Beck, Richard Hull. Marvin Miller (sixth row), Elsie (Catt) Duffy French, Jerry Holderman, Doug Nixon, Fred Trick, Doreen (Byers) Connor, Peggy (Winger) Herendeen. Allen Kline (seventh), JoJoyce (Purdy) Wyatt, Gary Runkel, Janet (Haupert) Clevenger, Jay Clevenger, Ken Ebbinghouse. Photo provided

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NORTH MANCHESTER — The Manchester High School Class of 1966 celebrated its 50th reunion on July 23. Class members met that morning in the Manchester High School cafeteria for a brunch provided by

classmate Doreen Byers Connor. They then took a tour of their alma mater, led by Jim Myer who also filled them in on the whereabouts of their former teachers and administrators. In the evening, classmates and their spouses met in the Eugenia Room at the

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Honeywell Center in Wabash where they enjoyed a delicious meal. Sue Mason Grossnickle served as the emcee for the evening and presented a video showing classmates from previous reunions. Prophecies of classmates, which were written 50 years ago,

were read and in a few cases were ‘right on.’ Twenty-three candles were lit and each name read for classmates who are no longer with us, and a moment of silence was held to honor their memory. The evening ended with lots of reminiscing and laughter.

On Sunday, Oct. 2, the Ogden Reunion was held at the Warvel Park pavilion. There were 30 in attendance, and all enjoyed a delicious carry-in meal. Pictured (above) from left to right are: Kent Dilling, Baylee Shoemaker, Tye and Tyler Borsa, Archie Alger, Brad Alger, Connie Alger, Pam Hann, Angie Alger, Chris Hann, Anita and Joe Krom, Chad Dilling, Gladys Dilling, Natalie Dilling, Teresa and Dave Migliorini, Kai, Eris and James Elliott, lynn Jo and Dan Knee, Leanore Krom, Peggy Dilling, Sam Hann, Amanda Swanquist, Kody Shoemaker and Katrina Shoemaker. Not pictured but in attendance, Angie and Braden Casper. The Ogden Reunion was started back in the early ‘50s, when the whole bunch would go to the woods at Grandpa Bert’s for a wiener roast. We look forward to seeing all of Bert Ogden’s family next year when the reunion will be held at the home of Chris and Pam Hann on the first Sunday of October. Also pictured are (bottom photo): Archie Alger, Chad Dilling, Anita Krom, Gladys Dilling, Leanore Krom, and Teresa Migliorini. stand in front of a newly restored 1955 Farmall 300. The tractor was bought new by Leo Alger, and recently restored by Krom Farms Sandblasting for Chad Dilling, the proud owner.

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Shailea Anderson – Tyler Singleton Shailea Anderson and Tyler Singleton announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Miss Anderson is the daughter of Cassidy Ireland. She

is a certified nursing assistant at T i m b e r c r e s t R e t i r e m e n t Community. Singleton is the son of Kimberly Nunemaker and

Jason Singleton. He is a plumber apprentice at Poston Plumbing Services. The couple plans a May 20 wedding at the HIleman Round Barn.

Local group sponsors raffle By The Paper staff The Wabash Unit of the Indianapolis S y m p h o n y O r c h e s t r a Association will sell tickets for a framed, vintage-jeweled Christmas Tree from Nov. 1-13. The winner will be announced during intermission of the Indianapolis S y m p h o n y Orchestra concert at the Honeywell Center on Sunday, Nov. 13. Tickets also will be sold from noon to 3 p.m. in the Honeywell Center Lobby the day of the show. The Wabash’s ISOA unit began in 1939 and was formed by Eugenia Honeywell to support the orchestra by providing arts and music outreach programs to Wabash County residents. Programs include co-sponsorship of the Honeywell House Holiday Open House, sponsorship of the statewide Symphony in Color art competition for Wabash

This jeweled Christmas Tree is being raffled by the Indiana Symphony Orchestra Association. Photo provided County’s public, parochial and home school students in first through sixth grades and more. Tickets are $3 each or two for $5 and are available from ISOA board members. Committee members are Kathleen Alspaugh, Susan Beckett, Phyllis

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a good education and helping our youth grow as much as humanly possible by exposing them to as many different experiences our school system has to offer. He wants to continue helping guide the corporation toward enhancing the educational experience for the students. “One thing I’ve learned during my time on the board is the amount of information that it takes to become effective as a school board member. There are so many rules and regulations by the state and federal government that it takes a considerable amount of time to get up to speed on things,” he said. “Our current board is comprised of some great diverse minds, and that continuity that is in place now is also crucial to our success.” Looking forward, Burgess looks to continue improving the quality of education in the corporation, as well as the policies that affect education in the state. “I would like to increase communications with the state and federal legislators as well as our State Superintendent of Education to make sure they fully understand the ramifications of their decisions and how those laws impact our district,” he said. “I want to work with them to develop policy that helps us succeed, rather than simply react with disgust when their policies trickle down to our level.” He noted that the current board has a Burgess believes that his life experiences and business skill are key qualities that differentiate himself from his opponents. “I am extremely committed to the North Manchester community and its successes. Our local youth’s education is a pivotal part of that overall success,” he said. “I will not take away the other candidates strengths in this election but I am the best candidate for the M a n c h e s t e r Community Schools Board of Trustees.” Lisa Ulrey – Town of North

Manchester MCS School Board candidate Lisa Ulrey has a long history in both North Manchester and education. She is running for the Town of North Manchester seat. Ulrey is a lifelong member of the North M a n c h e s t e r Community. She graduated from Manchester JuniorSenior High School in 1990, and was inducted into the inaugural class of the MJSHS Athletic Hall of Fame in 2012 for her accomplishments as a swimming, basketball and track athlete as a student. After graduating from Manchester, Ulrey attended Valparaiso University, where she swam competitively while earning bachelor’s degree in mathematics and a minor in secondary education. After graduating from Valpo in December of 1995, Ulrey taught math at Warsaw Community High School. She remained there for 13 years, holding a variety of positions in addition to teaching. “I was the Dean of

LISA ULREY Girls there. I was also the attendance coordinator for the high school, which was 2,000-plus kids, and also the assistant principal of the freshman class for several years,” she said. She took a brief break to stay home with her and her husband’s two daughters, and then took a parttime job at MJSHS as the School to Work coordinator. Ulrey served as interim assistant principal of MJSHS from Oct. 1, 2013 to April 1, 2014, when she was hired as the assistant principal. She resigned from that position in November 2014, in part to begin a business with Marlene (continued on page 24)

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prices, and we sponsor Manchester R e c r e a t i o n Association teams,” she said. Throughout her years in North Manchester, Ulrey has served on a variety of local boards. She currently serves as the board president for the North Manchester Public Library and as presi-

dent of the local Philanthropic E d u c a t i o n Organization (P.E.O.) chapter. Previously, she was active in Relay for Life, Junior Achievement and on the SPLASH committee. “We love the town. We could have moved to Warsaw when I worked there, but my husband is from North Manchester and we both really

like the community and what it stands for,” she said. When asked about her outstanding legal disputes with MCS Superintendent Dr. Bill Reichhart, Ulrey said that the process is ongoing, and that she does not anticipate it interfering with her service, should she be elected. This will be Ulrey’s first attempt to join the school board.

“It’s another way I can serve our community. I’m passionate about our education for our kids, having two girls in our school system – a sophomore and a fifth grader,” she said. “I’m just all about serving. I care about the community, and about the kids. I’m going to do what’s right for the school district, the teachers (continued on page 30)

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4 seek council seats of building a new jail, yet it is a likely inevitability. I have learned from the (Wabash County) Commissioners of previous jail studies showing a facility to suit our county would have an annual interest cost of about $500,000. Two years ago, our cost of inmate transfers was $180,000. Last year, $330,000. This year our cost will exceed the interest cost figure and the trend does not look promising. I have spoken with Judge (Christopher) Goff and learned of the alternatives he and Judge McCallen have adopted to help overcrowding but state mandates have made the problem worse. Donald Rose: During discussions of jail overcrowding & current building conditions with officials, it appears very clear we need to come up with a more suitable and sustainable facility to house our increasing inmate population. In regards to the latter, we need to look to more creative ideas that address the modern drug epidemic and deal with rising opioid abuse and other narcotics. The physical/mental health of our entire community plays a

very big role in inmate population numbers. Lorissa Sweet: I do believe this is something that needs to be addressed now. It’s been talked about for years and funding has been started multiple times, but then spent on other things. Now we are at a critical point. Our current jail needs lots of updating, it’s overcrowded and we are spending hundreds of thousands a year to send inmates to other jails. With the everdecreasing budgets during the last few years, what areas do you think should and shouldn’t be cut? Dale: The Health Department needs to be using the money they have accumulated for things like equipment replacement for that purpose instead of coming to the Council to ask for money to replace refrigerators. We need to also admit we can’t continually cut and cut until our county can no longer provide for our citizens. With over 200 properties in our county paying no property taxes at all because of the state imposed tax caps, we need to be contacting our legislators, telling

of the problems they are causing and demanding they fix the jail construction and property taxation problems they have created. Rose: Instead of focusing cuts in one area, prioritizing, setting and maintaining progressive goals will give us insight. Staying within the means of our budget or maintaining fiscal responsibility, while moving forward in the direction of all our goals. Community input and communication is key. Sweet: We need to make sure our county employees are taken care of. In order for our county to run smoothly and stay up to date, they need to have the things they need and have a competitive wage to retain the employees we have. “Pet projects” need to be held off. Our budget is tight and necessities need to be taken care of first. If it doesn’t benefit the whole community or a large majority, taxpayer dollars should not be spent in those areas. Curless: I could see next year’s budget requiring some tough decisions. To balance this year’s budget, we had to make use of some monies that probably will not be available next year.

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Wabash County runs on a very lean budget and our departments have done a great job of working with minimum staff. Cutting back will mean loss of services. Some programs that we have funded for years are going to have to find other funding. Many areas of law enforcement, jail, courts, probation, etcetera, are areas we must fund. If the county continues to lose working residents, our revenues will continue to decline.

not better. Sweet: Not at this time. What is more important is focusing on bringing businesses to provide jobs in our area. Population is declining. Focusing resources on bringing jobs to the area will benefit everyone. More jobs means more revenue in the community, growth for our schools and money to invest in other projects. Curless: Wabash is making a push toward becoming a place people want to live. Even if they work in surrounding counties, their tax dollars come back to their county of residence. I think the trail system would benefit Wabash in making this a desirable place to live, however with tight budgets and revenues going down, as far as tax dollars used, I feel that is something that must take a backseat to efforts of bringing

in new jobs. I would rather use our tax dollars for projects having a faster rate of return, like economic development projects geared to retaining current jobs and bringing in new. Dale: That the trails association has begun construction between Wabash and Lagro proves they can fund the trail without tax money. That the county highway budget had to leave out money for liquid bituminous, the material that binds our pavement together, in order to balance our 2017 budget is proof the county doesn’t have the tax dollars available for building bike trails.

more involved in the process, but from the outside looking in, I would love to see the public more informed and involved. Curless: Fresh ideas and various viewpoints. Council can sometimes fall into the rut of doing things the same way because that’s how we have always done it. There are many things our Council must do, or fund by order of the State. However, there are areas we have control over in which having different opinions might find new solutions. As our budget becomes tighter, new thoughts and ideas are going to become important. Dale: As I have attended meetings and spoken with county officials, I more fully grasp the extent to which state and federal restrictions and mandates

Should tax money be used to build trails and other recreational amenities in the county? Rose: Of all the projects tax money is appropriated for, ones that add value to our communities’ surroundings and also provide a place for residents to take their families and enjoy are just as good as any, if

If you could bring one change to the Council, what would it be and why? Sweet: I think that will be something I will learn as I get

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By The Paper staff Riley Bria will perform in concert Thursday night, Nov. 3, at the Historic Eagles Theatre. Joining him will be Jake Bunnell and Cameron Weaver. Tickets for the show, which begins at 7:30 p.m., are $5 and are available at the door. The concert is part of the Honeywell Fo u n d a t i o n ’s Educational Outreach Program. Bria, 20, has already gained national recognition for his talents, and is working to make his mark within the music industry. Originally, from Lancaster, Pa., Bria and his family moved to Nashville during the summer of 2014 in order to further his career as a country music artist. During his televised audition for “American Idol: Jennifer Lopez said that, “You’re made for the stage…” and Keith Urban remarked “He can shred on the electric too,” recalling their performance together at the American Country Awards in 2012. Bria was a top 24 finalist on Season 14 of “American Idol.” Following his time on “American Idol,” Riley and his band have been performing all around Nashville, and even as far away as Dallas, Texas. Bria plans to promote his album to the local record companies after the completion of his EP, and

Riley Bria and his band, which also features Southwood High School graduate Jake Bunnell, will perform Thursday night at the Historic Eagles Theatre. Photo provided

Performing on the same night with Riley Bria will be Cameron Weaver. Photo provided hopes to begin touring within the year. Bunnell began his musical career performing throughout his hometown of Wabash. During his time as a student at Southwood High School, Bunnell formed the band Small Town. For six years, Bunnell performed all throughout northern Indiana with the band. In 2011, Bunnell won Sweetwater’s “Young Guns” guitar competition and had the honor

of performing with Joe Bonamassa at the Embassy Theatre in Fort Wayne. After graduating from Southwood High School in 2012, Bunnell moved to Nashville to study music at Belmont University. While living in Nashville, Bunnell has performed at many of the local venues in town. He has also recorded at legendary studios such as RCA Studio B, Ocean Way Studio B, and Quonset

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Hut Studio. In 2015, Bunnell was elected to join the National Music Honor Society Pi Kappa Lambda. Bunnell graduated magna cum laude from Belmont University with a degree in Commercial Music in May of 2016. Currently, Bunnell is performing with country music artist Riley Bria. Bunnell has been a member of Bria’s band since 2014, and performed with him at the Dallas International Guitar Festival during the summer of 2015. Weaver is a musician in Nashville. He’s been writing, performing, and recording original music over the past seven years. He has recently selfreleased two EP’s under the moniker “Staircase Wit”. In addition, Bria and his band will present programs at Southwood on Nov. 1 and Wabash High School on Nov. 2. While there, he will discuss with students the importance of following their dreams, as well as what it takes to have a career in the music industry. Thursday’s performance is sponsored by the Honeywell Fo u n d a t i o n ’s Educational Outreach Program, Bunnell Land Surveying and 105.9 The Bash.

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‘Give Thanks’ is First Friday theme By The Paper staff “Give Thanks” is the theme of the November First Friday celebration in downtown Wabash. Activities will take place from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. FISH food pantry will be in attendance and several merchants are participating in a food drive for the organization. Donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted/ Please visit the First Friday Facebook page for a list of participating locations. First Friday participants should travel

to each of the featured businesses to get their map stamped with the seal of approval before moving on to the next location. Once the map is full, it can be dropped off at any of the seven featured l o c a t i o n s . Participants will then be entered to win the First Friday Basket loaded with $250 worth of local goodies. November’s First Friday featured businesses are Filament Tattoo, Gallery 64, Modoc’s Alley Dog Fine Art Gallery, Market Street Mercantile, Marelli’s, Eclectic Shoppe, and

Borders & Beyond Gallery Additionally, live music and different events will be occurring downtown as well. The Wabash County Historical Museum will be hosting Family Fun Night from 4-8p.m. This month will feature Christmas at the museum where they are revealing C h r i s t m a s Decorations. There will be Christmas crafts and Midwest Eye Consultants will be giving away goodies to kids. Alley Dog Fine Art Gallery is having a Grand Opening with light snacks, McClure’s

Vineyard, live music, and 20 percent of proceeds are donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Bash Boutique will be having a free gift with a $75 purchase. The free gift will include an ambre sampler, earrings or a candle. Bellazo is once again doing $5 fill a bag! Modoc’s market will be collecting FISH donations all week with discounts on coffee bar purchases for each donation. Friday night will include a photo booth, kids’ activities, and thank you cards to veterans. Food samples available as well!

NORTH MANCHESTER – The North Manchester Rotary Club will once again serve fresh pancakes on Election Day. On Tuesday, Nov. 8, from 6 a.m. until 1 p.m. the public can get a great breakfast meal at the Scout Hall in Warvel Park, North Manchester. The menu includes pancakes hot off the griddle made with fresh eggs (Midwest Poultry) and milk. Pancakes are served with a choice of sausage or scrambled eggs and hot coffee, milk or orange juice. Tickets may be purchased at the door, in advance from any Rotary member, or by calling 260-982-8789. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children, and those age 4 and under eat free. Proceeds support Rotary’s involvement in many local projects including the NM library, MHS scholarships, the MRA, the Early Learning Center and Education for Conflict Resolution. In addition, Rotary supports the annual M a n c h e s t e r University medical practicum which offers medical services to remote areas of Nicaragua during January sessions. Beyond the local level, North Manchester Rotary is active with Rotary International projects through support of the Rotary Foundation. Ongoing projects include the

eradication of polio worldwide and making clean water a reality in remote areas of the world. North Manchester Rotary has been active for over 75 years. Rotary welcomes visitors to its meetings on Thursdays at noon on the upper level of the MU Jo Young Switzer Center.

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4 seek council seats with no money to pay the expenses they cause are huge, huge problems for county governments. The one change I would like to make is to return more control to the county level. Rose: Anytime there are newly elected leaders to Council, opportunities for change develop from fresh perspectives on current matters to renewed engagement with county residents. Along with this come new & refreshing ideas for progress. I strongly believe elected representatives need and must keep community input and communication at the forefront of every decision. My experience and extensive financial training in combination with hard work ethic and family values gives me a unique & fresh perspective on progress and change.

Why should the public vote for you instead of your opponent? Curless: There are very well qualified candidates running this year. Any one of them would make good members and offer new thoughts and ideas to the Council. If elected I would bring back to the Council several years of experience. I feel I am very conservative and protective of the tax dollars our residents work so hard to earn. I tend to see things from a business prospective and feel government needs to run more like a business. Dale: I hold bachelors degrees from Purdue in ag economics and from Indiana Wesleyan in accounting. I started farming on my own and have done that full or part time for 19 years. As president of first the county Extension

Advisory Board and later our county Farm Bureau, I have worked with budgets that weren’t entirely my own money and funding requests from others. These experiences have made me cautious with spending, a strategic thinker with planning, thoughtful of my words and more patient listening to others. Rose: My family is from Wabash County. I grew up here. I attended and graduated school here. I began both my family and career here. I am raising my children here. I am blessed by my family, friends and community here. I believe Wabash County is and always will be the best place to be. I am the 2016 Wabash County Council endorsed candidate by both USW Local 285 Paperworks - Wabash, Indiana and the Region 2B Indiana

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...continued from page 25 In these positions, I have received extensive Leadership and Financial training as well as lots of experience with large budget management. Sweet: I am a graduate of Purdue University in animal agribusiness. I have lived in Wabash County for the last 16 years. My children attend school here. I’ve been a small business owner in the county for the last 8 years. This is our home where we live, work, raise our family and spend our time. For me, serving on the council is a way to preserve the future for my children and the generations to come. I want Wabash County to be a place

why you’re qualified for the position. Dale: Same answer as the previous question. Rose: I am a taxpaying constituent of Wabash County 25plus years with a degree in business finance. I am the Democratic Party Liberty Township 1 P r e c i n c t Committeeman and appointed delegate to the 2016 Democratic Convention. I also represent a membership of 9000 Active & Retired UAW Brothers & Sisters as Elected Secretary of Treasurer, Executive Board Officer, CAP Committee co-chair and appointed delegate to the Howard County CAP Council.

where the future generations want to raise their families. Curless: I have owned and managed my own business (a hog and grain farm in the southern part of the county) for 37 years. I understand tight budgets and what it takes to operate within those restraints. I am a good listener, preferring to listen to all sides and consider all options over having my own ideas and viewpoints dominate my actions. I enjoy working for our residents and seeing that their tax dollars are working in their best interest for our county.

7 seek seats on MSD school board ...continued from page 9 of Education should be completely transparent. If you could bring one change to the Board, what would it be and why? Southern District Cly: A change that I would like to see is for the meetings to be held at a more central location. I think they could alternate at the

ment before each item is voted on at board meetings. Changing this procedure may clarify or change an action the Board takes. As the procedure is now the public has to come back to the next board meeting to be heard after the item has been voted on and either passed or declined. Bowman: I want

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our Board to be able to strategically, longterm plan. The present board has a very good working relationship. We respect each other’s views. I have encouraged us to develop our individual position and then defend it. The value of the reconfiguration idea was confirmed by all five of us independently arriving at the same conclusion. Going forward we must have a wellthought and comprehensive plan, whether it be consolidation or something else. Decisions will flow from this plan. What buildings do we invest tax dollars into? What direction does our curriculum need to go? N o r t h w e s t District Fadil: The one change I would like to implement is to work to a balanced budget. The current board has been deficit spending for many years and dramatically increasing the district’s debt. The short sighted decisions they have made have required MSD to take out loans to pay todays bills. This is putting the very future of MSD at great risk. Watson: I want to be more visible to the teachers. Let them know that I have their support and will take time to listen to questions and concerns. Northeast District Gouveia: I would (continued on page 29)

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like to see better strategic planning for future growth and development of student programming, together with long range forecasting of enrollment, to insure the Board becomes more proactive in some of its decision making processes, rather than reactionary planning from unforeseen events. Topliff: I would bring a change in the decision making process. I would ensure that decisions are based on thorough discussion and analysis to ensure that all viewpoints are considered. Those people that are affected by the outcome need to have input into the process. The impact of each decision should consider quality of education, finances, etc. at all levels.

Why should the public vote for you instead of your opponent? Southern District Hunter: First and foremost, I have two children in the school system in seventh and second grades. Decisions that this board makes will have an impact on my family as well as the community. Second, after the vote for reconfiguration was declared unlawful, Mr. Bowman was the only member not to rescind his vote putting MSD at risk of litigation for violating the Open Door Law. Third, at the recent candidate forum, Mrs. Cly stated that pats on the back are equal to raises for teachers and staff. This kind of thinking will not keep or attract the quality of teachers or staff that we need for the students. Bowman: I often feel I have been preparing for service on this board my entire life. Since I was young, MSD has always been an important part. Much like education, I work every day to survive in a business where I have little control over costs and no control over income. I am aware the people that I influence need to be my top priority. Similarly, education is about people. It is about changing their lives. We need to be a compassionate and

loving school system, providing the best education so students may have hope of the best future. Cly: I only ask the public to consider voting for me if they are frustrated with past decisions and want a new approach to managing the largest corporation in our county. With a budget of $25 million per year, careful guidance is important. I realize there are a lot of things to learn about budgeting, but we must get a handle on our finances. N o r t h w e s t District Watson: I feel like I am more of the “bluecollar candidate” that can communicate with the public. I also have many ties to the teachers that I have either had as a student or gotten to know through coaching and the 4-H Club. Fadil: I have been involved with the school system with my wife who has been working for the school system for 11 years. I have supported my children in their school events academically and athletically. I have attended the school board meetings since July. I am a person that believes in open and honest communication. I am trustworthy and will try to earn that trust daily. I want to represent the children, teachers and the community. I am a Voice for the Children and Your Voice, which is essential to move this School Board forward. Northeast District Topliff: It is time for a change within the MSD Board. Over the past eight years, the fiscal stability of MSD has deteriorated. We have seen the Open Door law violated in the decision making process. We have seen higher than average students leaving the district during this period of time. I will bring an environment of analysis and fiscal responsibility to the position. I will ensure that the teachers of the district are heard, the parents of the students have input, and the public is involved. Gouveia: Having the benefit and experience as a Board of Education Member

for nearly eight and a half years, I have a complete understanding of the problems that face our district, the budgetary process and uniqueness of funding in public education. If re-elected, I will have already hit the ground running and provide continuity and continued experience to the ongoing process of addressing the district’s concerns, without having to learn it all over. I also have established relationships and understanding with the current administration and teachers, and their concerns on governance of the district to affect the maximum potential educational benefit for all MSD Students. Please provide some background information as to why you’re qualified for the position. Southern District Bowman: I have had the privilege of serving our children and community for

the last eight years on the school board. Important and good decisions have been made. I have learned much and understand what needs to happen to make our schools even stronger. I understand the balancing of finances and the efficient use of our limited resources. To say that service on the board has qualified me is true, but that does not entitle me to be on the Board. My hunger for an even better school system and a genuine love for our youth qualifies me more. Cly: I feel that I am qualified as I’ve been a concerned taxpayer in the district for more than 45 years, and as such, deserve to have a voice. I also had children at MSD for more than 29 consecutive years and was active in their educational careers. I was a substitute teacher at all of the schools in the district, before continuing my education in the health care field. I am

a fiscal conservative. Hunter: My wife and I have had a great pleasure of going on field trips, book fairs and my wife volunteers in the classroom. We have gotten to know and support the great staff. Last year, I received my school bus license because there was a shortage of drivers for extracurricular trips and on occasion I have subbed for route drivers. When I saw teachers leaving in the middle of the year to go work for other school systems, I knew I had to get involved. I believe in being transparent and open-minded, I believe we must support the great staff we have and I believe in being financially responsible. N o r t h w e s t District Fadil: I am an Orthodox Christian. I have a Masters in Chemistry and a Masters in Business Administration. I am married to a S o u t h w o o d

Elementary teacher. I have two children that have graduated and one that is still attending. I am permanent member of the Church Board, which

I am responsible to be a good steward of the their gifts. I have managed multi-million dollars budgets, by preparing yearly, (continued on page 30)

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Six seek posts on MCS board...continued from page 24 and the students. Byron “Buddy” Brunn – Chester Township Byron “Buddy” Brunn is the incumbent for Chester

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Residential and Family Services, Inc., a position he has held since 2005. In addition to his time with the board, Brunn is a member of Bachelor Creek Church of Christ, has been involved with Manchester Youth Football since 1992, and is a member of the North Manchester Redevelopment Commission. He and his wife Tena (Blocher) Brunn have been married for 39 years, and have four children: Brandon, Kyle, Logan and Bekah. “My interests in remaining as a school board member stem from a desire to help students achieve their full potential as a member of our society. Regardless of their disabilities or gifts, it is important that we serve the educational and social needs of all children,” he said. One of Brunn’s main focuses with the board is financial matters. He believes the district has been wisely managed financially, pointing out the strength of the general fund and how important that is to providing a quality education. “Finance and fiscal responsibilities is an area where I believe I bring much strength. Since graduating from Manchester

College I have held positions of responsibility in banking, investment, manufacturing and non-profit businesses. I would like to be reelected as a School Board member to help with the financial governance over our district,” he said. “Most importantly I want to continue to serve on the school board because the Manchester community has enriched my family through education, sports and social a c t i v i t i e s . Manchester is a place where every child can excel and have hope. It has been important for me to serve and to be part of a group that is responsible for sustaining a quality educational experience, creating a school system in a community where families outside our community want to move to.” Brunn commented further on the North Manchester community, highlighting the community’s support for its students and their success. “We are recognized by our award winning programs, successful graduation rate and high test scores. We offer our youth many ways to learn by providing options such as Squire Academy as well as a significant amount of AP courses

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and dual credit classes,” he said. “I know of no other organization that instills a sense of community more than our schools, which impacts nearly 1600 students daily.” Brunn’s goal for the corporation is to continue to enhance its curriculum and help students by setting the regional standard of excellence for all levels. “I want to continue to challenge students as well as help those who are challenged to better themselves and give them hope for a bright future,” he said. “We can be the school district of choice by hiring the best teachers and administrators that are passionate about

the education of children. I believe there is no time better than now, to be a part of the School Board.” Ruth Ayres – Chester Township Ruth Ayres is an educator, author and public speaker, in addition to being a mother with four children in the M a n c h e s t e r Community Schools district. She is running for the Chester Township seat on the school board. “I’m an educator for Wawasee Community Schools. I also write books, and speak and present at schools across the country. I wanted to give back locally, and that’s why I’m running for school board,” she said. (continued on page 32)

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two-year budgets/ two-year, five- and 10year outlooks. I have made many difficult decisions throughout my career in production Quality. Watson: I have children in the Metro School system. I have coached kids grades three through eight in three sports in the Metro system. I have been put into leadership roles in the jobs that I have had in order to bring people together. I’m very open to suggestions from the public and MSD administration. Northeast District Gouveia: I hold bachelor’s degree in business administration with a major in finance and a MBA Graduate Degree, both from Indiana University. I’ve worked in commercial banking and finance for 22-plus years, which I’ve been engaged daily with local area businesses and farms. My position experience as a

Board of Education Member, and full understanding of the mechanics and nuances of Public Education Budgets and Funding. Topliff: I have over 20 years of financial experience within my career, spanning multiple industries. I have been the CFO of Peabody Retirement Community for the past three years. I was the controller/financial analyst for Wabash County Hospital for the 10 years prior. I have a bachelors degree in accounting from Ball State University and a masters degree in business administration from IWU. I have been successful in each position I have held and improved the organization I have been associated. I will bring a business mind to the Board and ensure that MSD is competitive in education

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After grabbing the final state qualifying spot at the New Prairie Cross County Semi-State meet last week, Rae Bedke looked to finish near the top 100 at State. Manchester coach Jody Sarber said they were aiming for a top 50 finish. Instead, the Manchester senior finished 25th, earning All-State honors with a time of 19:06 among the 208 state qualifiers. Bedke beat 12 individuals who finished ahead of her at the semi-state meet and was one of two girls in the top 25 with a school enrollment of under 1,000 students.

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Knights advanced to finals Friday in the sectional final. LaVille advanced by defeating Culver Community, 42-14. Meanwhile, Mancheser fell to No.8 Bremen, 41-6, in the Class 2A Sectional NO.34 semifinal. For the first half of the first quarter, Manchester was ready to go toe-to-toe with Bremen, but in the end, the Lions showed their ranking to be justified in a 41-6 win over the Squires. Manchester opened the game with an eight-play drive, but were forced to punt. Bremen fumbled the punt, allowing the Squires to continue the drive on the Lion's 13yard line. But the Squires couldn't convert, turning the ball over to Bremen. With the game scoreless late in the first quarter, the Lions got on the board an a 46yard touchdown run from Grant Klockow for a 7-0 lead.

Southwood’s Carson Blair passed for three touchdowns and ran for two more as the Knights defeated host Triton, 39-20, in the semifinals of the IHSAA Sectional No.43. Blair connected with Blake Martz for two of the TDs, while Jeffrey Finicle scored the third via the air. Blair finished the night 22 of 38 for 294 yards. He also had an interception and the three TDs. Peyton Trexler was the leading receiver, pulling in four passes for 112 yards. Zach Ball had six receptions for 30 yards, while Martz and three for 52 yards and Finicle had six tof 61 yards. On the ground, Blair had 20 carries for 101 yards and the two TDs. Matt Cox had 21 carries for 94 yards. Southwood, (8-3) will host LaVille (10-1) at 7 p.,m.

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The Southwood Knights will play at home on Friday evening in the Single A Football Sectional title game against LaVille. Southwood is now 8-3 after a convincing 39-20 win at Triton last week. Broadcast time on Wabash WebTV will be 6:45pm, opening The Wabash WebTV broadcast team will provide you with a type of media that has become the wave of the future and we love doing it for you and will try to refine the broadcasts to continually upgrade and make it top notch. Speaking for our commentators, Rick Harness, Jim Landrum, Tim Harness, Chandler Jones and yours truly as well as our tech and support staff, Steven Weir, David

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Ayres is passionate about communication between the schools and families, and has experience in digital literacy. She currently works as a writing coach with WCS, and previously taught seventh grade language arts for four years. “I think that I bring to the table an understanding of education because of my background. I feel like I have a deep understanding of some of the things that are happening at a state level, and how that influences schools because I live that on a day-to-day basis. At the same time, we have four kids who are all very different, so I also bring to the table the perspective of a parent and thinking through how decisions affect different kinds of families and kids,” she said. Ayres and her family moved to North

Manchester in 2003, shortly after she completed her graduate work and received a Masters of Administration in Elementary School Administration from Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne. She attended Indiana University – Bloomington for her undergraduate studies, graduating with the class of 2000 with a degree in secondary education with majors in biology and chemistry and an English minor. More information about Ayres can be found at her website, w w w. d i s c ove r p l ay build.com, and her b l o g , www.ruthayreswrites. com. Matt Nettleton – Chester Township Chester Township challenger Matt Nettleton is not a lifelong resident of the town, but since he arrived

he has kept himself involved with the community. Nettleton attended Manchester College, graduating in 1991 with an associate’s degree in gerontology, and again in 1992 with a bachelor’s in psychology. He later earned an MBA with an emphasis in finance from University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne. He has been involved with Kiwanis club, and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Manchester Main Street. He and his wife have two children currently attending Manchester Jr.-Sr. High School. Nettleton has continually worked in fields related to higher education, primarily dealing with finances. All of the companies he has worked for are nonprofit organizations. He currently serves

as a vice president for Inceptia, a nonprofit focusing on debt management and financial literacy for youth. “We have services for high schools for financial literacy, for 529 planning. We have a lot of college market products that work with default prevention for student loans. That’s where a lot of my responsibility lies,” he said. “We also work on policy regulations with various politicians and interest groups that have a key interest in education.” He is also a cofounder, with his wife, of Nettleton Educational Services, a tutoring company that in part helps children of low-income families in the district. Nettleton’s interest in serving on the school board stems from a desire to give back to the North Manchester commu-

nity. “It’s every citizen’s duty to be active within the community. It seems right to give back to community in which you live, to continue to see it thrive,” he said. “I believe our school board is fantastic, and the schools are doing a wonderful job. I just feel that I have very good ideas, values and energy to bring to the board.” In addition to finances, Nettleton is passionate about providing the students of MCS with the best possible education. “All of my considerations on the board will be made to benefit student learning. I always support student learning, focusing on not only the students but the employers within the community as well,” he said. “I would love to see our school system continue to reach out and

speak with employers within the community, and work with state policy to ensure that we’re educating our students to meet the employers’ needs.” In addition to wanting to contribute to a quality experience for students, Nettleton said he would be an advocate for teachers. He wants to ensure that they receive the tools they need to succeed, as well as recognition for doing well. “I have great respect for the administration and staff of our school, especially the teachers. What they do every day, how they go above and beyond, truly impresses me,” he said. Last but not least, Nettleton will serve community members in Chester Township by ensuring that the board hears their concerns, and relaying information from the board to his con-

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stituents. “Any decisions I make on the board will be based on the feedback I hear from those I represent. If they have grievances, thoughts or ideas, they can know that without doubt I will bring those to the board meetings, bring them up, and communicate the results back to them in full transparency. Even if those views are not my own, I will communicate them,” he said.

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U P C O M I N G EVENTS AT SALAMONIE AND MISS I S S I N E WA : Salamonie’s Second Saturday Program will present, “Starry Night”, on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 7:30 -10 p.m. at Salamonie Interpretive Nature Center. Have you ever wanted to make your

own constellation? Come learn about the different constellations, when they were first recorded, and learn how to use a telescope. Fulfill requirements for Bear, Salmon Run, Wolf, Motor Away, Tiger, Sky is the Limit. Programs are designed for families and adults must accompany children. Please pre-register by calling 260-468-2127. Salamonie’s Preschool Program, “Mammals”, will take place Wednesday, Nov. 16. Come learn about these fascinating creatures and join in for some hands on and ac-

tive outdoor fun! Preschool programs are designed for preschool aged children ages 2 -6 and their adults. There will be two identical programs held from 10 -11:30 a.m. and 12:30 -2 p.m. The cost is $2 per child. Please register by calling 260468-2127. The Upper Wabash Interpretive Services is starting a photography club. “The Nature Lens Photo Club” is being formed as a fun and active group of nature photography enthusiasts. The club will have organized outings, photo sharing times, and educational workshops. Photogra-

Big winner: Laurie Hill was the winner of a 2016 Harley-Davidson, Vivid Black Street Bob at Brandtoberfest. The contest was sponsored by Thunder Roads Magazine and the Hoosier Thunder Run Ride n’ Win! Pictured with winner in the (back, from left) are Connie Barker, Britani Williams and Mark Shanks. Photo provided

phers in all stages of the hobby from beginners to experts are welcome to attend. Volunteer and long time nature photo lover, Marsha Wade, will be leading the club. For more information, contact Teresa Rody, Upper Wabash Interpretive Services manager, at 260-468-2127, or visit the Salamonie Interpretive Services Center. Seniors age 50 and over are invited to attend the monthly Senior Monday Carry-in Luncheon at Salamonie Interpretive Center, Lost Bridge West SRA. There is a carryin meal at noon followed by a special speaker that presents a unique program. The program “Colorado Roundup” will be presented on Monday, Nov. 7. Travel with renowned Salamonie senior campers Linda and Larry Schaper as they take you through their experience of a real Colorado cattle roundup. Attendees should plan to bring their own table service, a prepared dish to share and $1 donation to help defray costs of the provided main dish. To register or for more information please call the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-4682127.

Salamonie Interpretive and Nature Center is the headquarters for Upper Wabash Interpretive Services, which serves Mississinewa Lake, Salamonie Lake, J. Edward Roush Fish and Wildlife Area, and Quabache State Park. Salamonie Interpretive and Nature Center summer hours are: April 1 through Oct. 31: open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. LAGRO TOWN HALL normal business hours are Monday -Friday from 8 -11:30 a.m. and 1:30 3:30 p.m. The Lagro Town Hall phone number is 260-782-2451. For emergency assistance please call Scott at 260571-3271. LEAF PICK UP TO BEGIN in Lagro this week. It will last 2 -3 weeks, please rake all leaves to the curb. AN ALL YOU CAN EAT DINNER featuring fish and tenderloin will take place Saturday, Nov. 5 from 4 -8 p.m. The Lagro Park Board will hold this event at the Lagro Community Building. A BIBLE STUDY OF JONAH; “Navigating a Life Interrupted”, a 7 week study with video will take place at the Lagro Methodist Church. Priscilla Shirer will conduct the study on Mondays from 9 -10:30

a.m. Everyone is welcome, even if by chance you miss the first meeting. Contact Barb at 260-774-8162 for a study book and any questions. KIDS KLUB at the Lagro United Methodist Church is open to all students from Preschool through Highschool. Kids Klub meets from 6 -7:30 p.m. each Wednesday. Please note that if there is no school that day, there is no Kids Klub that evening. It is the mission of the Lagro United Methodist Church to show these children that God loves them and we do too! Kids Klub activities include: sharing a meal, having a lesson, and taking time for recreation. They hope to see you next Wednesday! For questions or more information, you can call Lisa Bever at 260-274-0476. N OV E M B E R BIRTHDAY WISHES go to: Holli Dupree, Nov. 4; Tony Good, Nov. 6; Zach Ivy, Nov. 10; Mike Urschel, Nov. 23; Randall Good, Nov. 29; Doug Chopson, Nov. 30. Happy birthday to all! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY IN NOVEMBER to: Alan and Sheila Wojtkowiak, Nov. 18; Olman and Thelma Sanchez, Nov. 21; John and Fran Gillespie,

Nov. 27; Brad and Deb Frieden, Myron and Nancy Norman; Nov. 29. A big congratulations go out to them! THE LAGRO COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY wishes to thank all who have so generously contributed to their ministry. Without your help they would not be able to continue. They are normally open the third Saturday of each month from 9 -10 a.m. in the church basement. Please call 260571-9064 for more information or questions. YOUR WEEKLY ISAAC-ISM: “Tips are a dime a dozen. What is difficult is a workable way to apply tips in our lives to replace one pattern of behavior with a new one. I think believing in yourself has a lot to do with words. You are what you say you are. Your children will be what you say they are. Words are important and powerful.” EVERYONE DO ME THAT SPECIAL FAVOR and have a safe and enjoyable week! PLEASE EMAIL YOUR NEWS AND INFORMATION TO: isaac.triplett@yahoo.c om, or call me at 260274-2261.

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REMINDER: Liberty Bells will meet Nov. 1st at 11:30 at Bob Evans in Wabash. C R A FT / SE W ING LADIES are invited to come to LaFontaine Christian Church/Sew Bee it Craft Group on Wed. Nov. 16 to sew, crochet, knit, make baskets, quit, paint or any craft they would like do from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Participants may come for any part of a day or stay all day long. They may also bring an item that they have finish for a show and tell. If you plan on staying all day

you might like to bring yourself a lunch. Be sure and mark your calendar and come and have fellowship with everyone on whatever you would like to do. L A F O N TA I N E U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T CHURCH Will be holding a Family Worship service on Wed. starting at 5 p.m. till 5:45 p.m. following with a provide meal. All is welcome to come. The Small Town Expo is Saturday, Nov. 5. It is ready for you with venders returning and new ones coming. There will be coffee and other goodies available. Entertainment will be at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Hourly raffles will be given with a grand prize at the end of the day. A winter scene featuring an antique sleigh will be available for photo ops. LAFONTAINE LITERARY CLUB met recently at the Troyer Library with Carolyn

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ELECT I O N BREAKFAST: Rot a r y Election Day Pancakes will be served up on Tuesday, NovemSebrena Cline ber 8, from 260-982-8800 6 a.m. – 1 nmanchestertalks p.m. at the @gmail.com Scout Hall in Warvel Park. Plan to join your friends for fresh, made from scratch, pancakes served with sausage or scrambled eggs, and coffee, juice or milk. Tickets are available at the door or from any Rotary member. Proceeds support local community organizations. ANGEL TREE APPLICATIONS: Applications will be available beginning Oct. 20 at the Food Pantry, the Thrift Store, the Reach office, public library, One World Handcrafts, Chamber of Commerce office, and Manchester Church of the Brethren. The deadline for turning in the applications to the Manchester Church of the Brethren, 1306 N. Beckley Street, is Thursday, Nov. 10. Please honor the deadline. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE: The Friends of the North Manchester Public Library will hold a sale of gently-used books for $25+ members from 3-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov 3, and for the general public from 9-5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov 4 and 5, in the library at 405 North Market Street. Information: 260-982-4773. CHURCH WOMEN UNITED invites ALL women to gather “round the table” for World Community Day, Friday, Nov 4th, from 9-11 a.m. Meeting at the Manchester Church of the Brethren, assembling in the church vestibule for our program on “Sharing Our Gifts”. Sitting ‘round small tables will allow us to hear more about each other and how our lives interconnect. Come learn how passions merge into ministries, broadening relationships and building bonds with women, in many walks of life. Children are welcome and light

Royce serving as hostess. Vice President Jane Ridgeway presided over the meeting. The members repeated the Pledge to the Flag followed by the American Creed. Roll Call was answered by the members naming their favorite Shakespearean villain. The minutes and treasurer’s report were read and approved. The members voted on the organizations that they will be supporting during the coming year. This month’s collection will be going to the Troyer Library. The group is looking into having a Little Free Library in LaFontaine. It was decided to continue to gather more information before taking a final vote. Berti Huffschmidt, Janice Dawes and Jane Ridgeway will continue to gather this information. Upcoming events: Small Town Expo—Nov. 5 at the Community Building, LaFontaine Book

refreshments will also be relished ‘round the table. MANCHESTER HAITI TEAM FUNDRAISER: Gold Canyon candles anyone? The Manchester Haiti team is selling candles again this year. Gold Canyon candles burn 130 hours. We have the following fragrances: Banana Nut Bread, Caramel Pumpkin Kiss, Cinnamon Pinecone, Cinnamon Vanilla, Cozy Christmas, Cranberry Orange, Hot Chocolate, Mulled Cider, Pomegranate, Pumpkin Pie, Rain Shower, Salted Caramel Apple, Spruce & Citrus, Sugar Cookie, Vintage Bayberry. For every $20 candle we sell, $4 will go toward the team project and $4 towards our trip. Delivery will be first week of December. Great gifts for Christmas! Contact David Jimenez at 578-1144 for more information. HOLIDAY BAZAAR: The Laketon Lions 34th Annual Holiday Bazaar is Nov.r 19, 2016 at the North Manchester Church of the Brethren from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is still room for more vendors. Please contact Diane Binkerd at 260-982-6883 after 4 p.m. or at dkbinkerd@yahoo.com. Lunch will be provided by Laketon Legion Auxiliary Past Presidents. THURSDAY’S CHILD is located on South Mill Street, just north of the Thrift Store and is open every Thursday from 1-4 p.m. Thursday’s Child offers clothing and accessories for children Newborn-4T. Diapers and formula may also be offered when available. Parents only, may visit the shop to select items needed. Donations of diapers and 3-4 T clothing are needed at this time. Thursday’s Child is a service of the Fellowship of Churches. PARTING SHOTS: “You express the truth of your character with the choice of your actions.” Steve Maraboli 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

Club—Nov. 2 at the Troyer Library, Karen Stouffer gave the program “Christopher Columbus — Why Do We Celebrate The Day?” She gave several interesting facts about this man and his life. The meeting was closed with members repeating the Club Collect. THE FRIENDS OF THE ASHLAND AND OLD LAFONTAINE CEMTERY would like to thank everyone who voted for them in the Beacon Project Spotlight. The group earned first place and was awarded $1000. This money will allow the group to do several more stones. In the previous work days it has been able to clean and restore many stones. The greatest joy is uncovering stones that have been buried for decades. The last one found on a work day was one for Rebecca Kretzinger who died Feb. 22, 1862. The group was able to match her

broken stone with her infant daughter’s broken stone; the baby died Feb. 23, 1862. They can be mortared back together and restored for all to see. Drive by and see what a lot of time, money and hard work this group has put in restoring this cemetery. The group is on Facebook at Friends of the Old LaFontaine Cemetery or call Reginia Harper, Linda Jervis, Susie Goodpaster, Janet Pattee or Hugh Cook. TOWN OF LAFONTAINE is taking a survey for Golf Cart Ordinance. Residents may pick up a survey at the Town Hall or go to the town web page: w w w. t o w n o f l a fontaine.com this is running until Dec. 31, 2016. SOMERSET TOWN BOARD MENT On Monday, Oct. 10, the board met at the Community Building. Board members Gary DeGrandchamp, Pat Knoblock and Larry Wente were present. Ed

RESIDENTS CAN VOTE EARLY any day this week from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wabash County Clerk’s Office in the Wabash County Judicial Center at 69 W. Hill St., Wabash. Voting also is possible Saturday, Nov. 5 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Timbercrest in North Mar y Ann Mast Manchester, the Liberty 260-225-0654 Township Fire Dept. at 12 mamast812@ S Wabash Ave. in LaFontaine, or the Wabash gmail.com County Clerk’s office in Wabash. Remember that on Election Day you can vote at any voting site in Wabash County. Wabash City locations are First United Methodist Church, Wellbrooke, and Zion Lutheran Church on south side. Town voting sites are the Liberty Township Fire Dept. in LaFontaine, the Lagro Town Hall, the Pleasant Township Fire Dept. in Laketon, the Woodlawn United Methodist Church in Somerset, the Roann Town Hall, and at two locations in North Manchester - the N. Manchester Police/Fire Dept. building at 709 W. Main Street or the North Manchester Public Library, 405 N. Market Street. Remember those who are registered in Wabash County, must vote in Wabash County. Voters should make sure they know where they are registered. If any doubt - check. Last time when my husband and I worked at the voting site we had people from Miami County who wanted to vote in Wabash County and were turned away. The judges and clerks meet for thorough training sessions before election day. At this training session workers were told that the stories you hear about voting fraud in Indiana are untrue. URBANA LIONS CLUB: The Urbana Lions Club met at the home of Luke Hunt for its Oct. 24 meeting. Luke, a retired Biology teacher, has been doing taxidermy since he was in the seventh grade. He explained and demonstrated to members how he mounts fish, birds, and animals. He has mounted exotic animals from Africa, as well as bear, deer, elk, squirrels, and others. He showed a couple of “works in progress” such as the largest turkey shot in Indiana, a black bear, and several deer from local hunters. He also had on display other “items of interest” he has collected through the years. After his presentation, Luke showed a Power Point about his work and then his wife served refreshments to the following: Joe and Barb Adams, Ron and Shirley Anderson, Eldon Biehl, Ike Binkerd, Max Chamberlain, John Eltzroth, Lowell Karns, Jerry and Lana Long, Marvin and Mary Ann Mast, Claud and Linda Newcomb, Claudia Rosen, and Michael and Bonita Snell. SHARP CREEK WILDCAT PRIDE WINNERS drawn on Oct. 21 were Ava Copeland and Alexis Leffel who were both nominated by Mrs. Bucher for

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www.thepaperofwabash.com Bailey, building superintendent, and Boots Jack, recorder, were also present. Since there was not a quorum, business could not be conducted. Money from recycling, including $52.10 from late June and $60.35 from Sept. 29th was given to Gary. Rent money was also turned in. The building will be rented 5 times in Nov. . Gary reported that we have $47,683.86 and that total was before the final payment on the roof. Next meeting will be Nov.14. HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY Dan Allen, Aubrey Miller Oct. 8, Janet Miller, Brett Farve, DianeWente Oct. 10, Avah Hyden Oct. 14, Grant Kelley, Rex Christopher Finch Oct. 17, Larry Wente Oct. 18, Fran Murphy Oct. 23 John Petro Oct. 24 HAPPY BIRTHDAY Kelly Hayes Nov. 3, Linda Harres Nov. 4, Linda Kidwell Nov. 5, Allie Nose, Anita Alexi

Garrett, Frances Murphy Nov. 6, Don Radabaugh, Susanna Moore Nov. 7, Tim Vredeveld Nov. 8, Dan Brane, Cindy Erb Nov. 9, Tom Polk, Nov. 10 HAPPY BELATED A N N I V E R S A RY Frank and Tammie Ellet Oct. 10, Charles and Bev Kelley Oct. 15, Dennis and Deloras Horine Oct. 21 WORDS OF WISDOM “One of the truest signs of maturity is the ability to disagree with someone while still remaining respectful.” Dave Willis SEND YOUR NEWS & pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.com or 2258 E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN, 46940. These can be any club news, family, birthdays, anniversaries, births or parties. I am looking forward to receiving your news items.

turning in all of their homework. SHARP CREEK DATES: Nov. 6 - Daylight Savings Time ends. Nov. 7 - Sharp Creek Election Day. Nov. 8 - eLearning Day #2/Election Day. Nov. 9 - Fifth grade students to Wabash Promise meeting in the cafeteria. No. 10 - picture retake day. NORSE HONOR STUDENTS drawn on Oct. 21 were junior high student Brenton Yarger who was nominated by Miss Giordano and high school student Hallie Zolman who was nominated by Miss Stouffer. Staff member of the week was Mrs. Penn. BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION are being collected by Ms. Carey to help fund the Reading Counts program. You do not have to be directly connected to the school to help students. Please save box tops and drop them off in the Northfield office. REMINDER - NEXT STEPS SCHOLARSHIP NIGHT hosted by the Community Foundation will be held in the Northfield auditorium on Nov. 10 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. EMINDER - NORTHFIELD’S A CAPPELLA and TREBLE CHOIRS will be singing with the Manchester Symphony Orchestra and the Manchester University Concert Choir on Nov. 5 in the afternoon. BREAKFAST BUNCH: Those present on Oct. 26 at Bob Evans were Carol Layne, Nancy and Larry Meyer, Marvin and Mary Ann Mast, Steve and Sharon Gilbert, John and Darla Eads, Peggy and Chad Dilling, Doris Mattern, Eileen Weck, and Max and Ruth Reed. The group signed messages to Alma DeVore who has been “under the weather” the past few weeks. PRAYER CONCERNS: Please add Herman Bozarth and the family and friends of MSD teacher and administrator Mark Coppler. Continue to remember Philip Weck who is still in the AMG Acute Care Center at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, John Eltzroth, Nancy and Harold Christie (sorry I had Janet’s name here last two weeks), Janice and Dean Dawes, Carolyn Winegardner, Gladys Hall, Donna Russell, Jane Winebrenner, and Ardis Witkoske. SPECIAL PRAYER CONCERN/BIRTHDAY: Marilyn S. Miller can now receive cards and or notes at her new address: The Hearth at Sycamore Village, 611 W County Line Rd. S., Fort Wayne, IN 46814. She has a birthday on Nov. 5, and she would love receiving birthday greetings. BIRTHDAYS: Nov. 3 - Amy Wilcox, Marc Wells, Wyatt Carrothers. Nov. 4 - Scott Poole. Nov. 5 Shane Wilcox, Marilyn S. Miller (see address above). Nov. 7 - Aliya Krom. Nov. 8 - Mary Ann Hunsucker, Keith Satchwill. Nov. 9 - Ed Moore, Ron Schenkel. ANNIVERSARIES: Nov. 3 - Eric and Teresa Cohee. Nov. 5 - Larry and Jeanne Urschell. Nov. 8 Michael and Bonita Snell. Nov . 9 - Pam and Chris Hann. NEWS ITEMS and/or pictures may be sent to me at 1906 N 100 W, Wabash, IN 46992 or emailed to me at mamast812@gmail.com or by calling 260-3779475.

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Hubert Jackson, 86 U.S. Air Force veteran Jan. 28, 1930 – Oct. 25, 2016 Hubert Jack Johnson, 86, of Wabash, died at 8:10 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016, at Parkview Regional Medial Center in Fort Wayne. He was born Jan. 28, 1930 in Wichita, Kansas to Vinton and Grace “Dott” (Clinger) Johnson. Jack was a 1948 graduate of Rose Hill High School. He served a term in the U.S. Air Force, and then graduate from the University of Wichita in 1959. He worked his entire career at Derby Refining Company, in Wichita, retiring as personnel manager in 1988. He lived at Wellbrooke of Wabash since January 2013, becoming its first resident, coming from Watauga, Texas. He also showed dogs competitively. He is survived by his partner of 40 years, Gary Stewart of Vaughn, Wash., nephew, Murray Cox of Wabash, and eight nieces and four nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and two sisters. As per Jack’s request, he will be cremated and there will be no services. Internment of cremains will be in Rose Hill, Kansas, at a later date. Preferred memorial is Cemetery Fund at Rose Hill Friends Church, 14062 SW 180th St., Rose Hill, Kansas 67133. The memorial guest book for Hubert may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Allen R. Wrisk, 92 Served in National Guard Dec. 9, 1933 – Oct. 27, 2016 Allen R. Wrisk, 82, of rural Wabash, died at 2:16 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Dec. 9, 1933, in Lagro, Joseph Henry and Solesta Fern (Hunt) Wrisk. Allen graduated from Lagro High School. He married Patricia Ann Barrus in Wabash on June 12, 1955; she died June 26, 2014. Allen retired from Honeywell Inc. after 37 years, worked for Peru Sand and Gravel and Wabash Materials, Inc., and drove a school bus for Metropolitan School District of Wabash County for 12 years. He also served in the Indiana National Guard. He was a member of the Asbury Country Church. He was a certified flight instructor, enjoyed playing the guitar, and enjoyed being with his family. He is survived by two children, Cheri (Charlie) Zinn and Tim Wrisk; two grandsons, Nathan (Amy) Zinn and Nicklas Zinn; and two great-grandsons, Trevor Zinn and Alexzander Zinn, all of Wabash; his brother, Dan (Pam) Wrisk of Lagro, and a sister-in-law, Shirley Wrisk of Wabash. He was also preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Larry “Eddie” Wrisk. Funeral services were Monday, Oct. 31, 2016, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with Pastor Mike Bullick officiating. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was Sunday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Asbury Country Church. The memorial guest book for Allen may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Joan E. Nixon, 75 Former photographer July 1, 1941 – Oct. 14, 2016

Joan Elizabeth Nixon, 75, formerly of Wabash, Indiana, died Monday, Oct. 24, 2016, at Beth Israel Hospital in New York City. She was born July 1, 1941, in Peru, to Joseph and Marian (Hamp) Nixon. She was a 1959 graduate of Knox High School, in St. James, N.Y., a 1964 graduate of Wellesley College in Wellesley, Mass., and received her masters degree in history from Indiana University in 1969. She worked three years as a news photographer at the Frankfort Times, one of eleven companies in Nixon Newspapers. From 1973-1976 Joan worked for Lavender Women Newspaper in Chicago, and from 1976-2014 she participated in a New York City Harvard study group on manic depression. Joan was a driver for Bella Abzug, a U.S. Congresswoman, in 1976, and was her driver for 22 years, until Bella’s death. Joan helped Hunter College, the Women’s Environment and Development Organization (WEDO), and also sponsored, the Woman Band, the first feminist music festival in Sacramento, California. Joan is survived by her sister, Eugenia Fulkerson, of Warsaw, and two brothers, Don Nixon, and Joseph Nixon, both of Indianapolis. She is preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, John Arthur Kautz Nixon. There will be no services. Memories and condolences may be shared online at Grandstaff-Hentgen.com. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash, at a later date. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

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Peggy Bussard, 68 Enjoyed missionary work Dec. 1, 1947 – Oct. 3o, 2016

Peggy Jill Bussard, 68, of Roann, died at 7:57 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016, at her home. She was born Dec. 1, 1947 in Monroe, Wis. to John and Ida Regina (Haberman) Chambers. Peggy was a 1965 graduate of Monroe High School, and a 1969 graduate of the University of Wisconsin at Whitewater. She married William “Bill” Bussard in Monroe, Wis. She taught preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school . She worked with Bill as a missionary in the Philippines for 17 years. Peggy was a member of the Loree First Brethren Church in Bunker Hill. She enjoyed family, friends, reading, cooking, gardening, and singing. Peggy walked with Christ Jesus and was a faithful & gentle ambassador for the faith. By her simple, quiet and prayerful life she mentored many in their walk with Jesus. She had an “eternal purpose” with everyone she knew. She is survived by her husband, William “Bill” Bussard of Roann, two children, Sarah E. Bussard of Roann, and Aaron W. Bussard of North Manchester, and her sister, Kay (Bill) O’Conell of Edgerton, Wisconsin. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be 2pm Friday, November 4, 2016 at the Loree First Brethren Church, 8483 S. Strawtown Pike, Bunker Hill, with Pastor Dick Potter officiating. Burial will be in Roann Community Cemetery with Pastor Tom Curry officiating. Friends may call 4-8 pm Thursday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Roann Chapel, 335 S. Chippewa Road, Roann, and from 1-2pm Friday at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Loree Brethren Church Youth & Children Fund. The memorial guest book for Peggy may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Gretchen DuBois, 97 Avid reader Dec. 28, 1918 – Oct. 28, 2016

Gretchen Louise Hein Young DuBois, 97, died at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 28, 2016, in the Timbercrest Senior Living Community, North Manchester where she had been a resident for 27 years. Mrs. DuBois was born Dec. 28, 1918, in Postville, Iowa, the third child of William and Wilhelmina (Meier) Hein. She graduated high school in 1936 and at the age of 17 moved to Chicago, Illinois, to train as a Pediatric Nurse at St. Vincent Hospital. She married William Young in LaCrosse, Wisconsin on May 30, 1943. He was killed in World War II April 2, 1945, and is buried in France. They had one son, Michael John William Young. She and Michael moved to Valparaiso with her parents after his death. She met Ralph J. “Joe” DuBois, first cousin to William Young, in Valparaiso and they were married Oct. 3, 1947. They moved to Roann, and had three children, Robert Joseph, Kathleen Louise, and Kristine Elaine. Tragically, she lost her two sons to a plane crash in 1970. In 1972 they moved to North Manchester where they had been faithful members of Zion Lutheran Church since 1948. Mrs. DuBois enjoyed sewing, cooking, and was an avid reader. She was a student of the Bible and exemplified the woman described in Proverbs 31, always caring for her family and others. She had the gift of hospitality, always welcoming others into her home and life. She was rarely idle, always working on some needlework or enjoying table games with her friends. She will be sorely missed by her family Mrs. DuBois is survived by two daughters, Dr. Kathleen (Ed) Siders and Mrs. Kristine (Doug) Mayo both of Spring, Texas; six grandchildren: Dustin Siders, Fort Wayne; Gretchen Siders and Lydia Siders, Spring, Texas; Rachel Siders (Robi) Duncan, The Woodlands, Texas; Madison Mayo and Morgan Mayo, Spring, Texas; four great-grandchildren: Ashley Siders and Aaron Siders, Fort Wayne; Braden Tramel, Spring, Texas; and Adeline Duncan, The Woodlands, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Lloyd and Orville; two husbands, Bill and Joe; and two sons, Michael and Robert. Friends may call at the chapel in the Timbercrest Senior Living Community 2201 East Street, North Manchester, from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 3 and 9:30-10:30 a.m. Nov. 4. Services will be at the chapel in the Timbercrest Senior Living Community on Friday, Nov. 4 at 10:30 am. The Rev. Paul Borg and the Rev. Judy Follis will officiate. Burial will be in the Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Arrangements by the Grandstaff-Hentgen Bender Chapel. Preferred memorials are to the Timbercrest Senior Living Community.

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Timothy Bradford, 57

Dorothy “Dottie” Force, 86

Machine operator

Aug. 10, 1930 – Oct. 27, 2016

June 2, 1959 – Oct. 29, 2016 Timothy L. Bradford, 57, Silver Lake, passed away at 6:15 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016, at his residence. He was born June 2, 1959, in Warsaw, IN to Minefee & Wilma Jean (Poe) Bradford. He graduated from Manchester High School in 1977. On June 18, 1983 he married Evelyn McKinley. Tim was a machine operator at RR Donnelly, Warsaw, IN for 36 years. He liked to be outdoors and having his kids and grandkids around. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Bradford, Silver Lake; his father and stepmother, Minefee & Betty Jean (Griffey) Bradford, Roann; son, Alex (Ashley) Bradford, North Manchester; daughter, Ashton (fiance’ Brant Johnson) Bradford, North Manchester; brothers, Daryl (Nancy) Bradford, North Manchester, and Roger (Molly) Bradford, Silver Lake; sisters, Diana Bradford, Fort Wayne, and Tina (Justin Ramsey) Bradford, Silver Lake; grandchildren, Weston Bradford, Brendan Johnson and Kaiden Bradford. He was preceded in death by his mother, Wilma Jean Bradford in 1979, and brother, Paul Bradford in 2015. Family and friends may call Friday, Nov. 4, 2016, from 2-8 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, and one hour prior to service on Saturday. Services will be Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016 at 11 a.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Pastor Terry Bradford and Pastor J. P. Freeman will officiate. To send a private condolence to the Bradford family, use the condolence link on the McKee Mortuary homepage.

Dorothy E. “Dottie” Force, 86, of Wabash, died at 2:23 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born Aug. 10, 1930, in Defiance County, Ohio to Milton and Wilhelmina (Schroeder) Haase. Dottie graduated from Sherwood-Delaware High School in Sherwood, Ohio in 1948. She married Wallace B. Force, Jr. in Angola, on Sept. 26, 1959; he died Oct. 19, 2006. She was a homemaker, a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and a member and former officer in Church Women United, all of Wabash. She was a huge Ohio State football and New York Yankees baseball fan. She loved attending her grandkids sporting events. She is survived by her four children, Bill (Deb) Daugherty of Bryan, Ohio, Jana (Mark) Melton of Huntington, Tami (Tim) Lane and Lisa Tyson, both of Wabash; nine grandchildren, David Daugherty of Defiance, Andrea (Greg) Sims of Bryan, Christina (Aaron Krugman) Melton of Louisville, Ky., Wendy Lane of Middlebury, Jennifer Lane of LaFontaine, Gregory (Kamy) Lane of Noblesville, Megan (Craig) Sheely of LaFontaine, Dawn Webb of Wabash, and Jonathon (Meghan) Tyson of Winter Haven, Fla.; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and one sister. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1500 S. Wabash St., Wabash, with Dr. Kent Young officiating. Burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Ney, Ohio. Friends may call 4-7 p.m., Tuesday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Preferred memorial is Trinity Lutheran Church of Wabash. The memorial guest book for Dottie may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Onda Good, 91

Ramon E. Gillespie, 88

Retired teacher

Korean War veteran

March 24, 1925 – Oct. 23, 2016

Oct. 9, 1928 – Oct. 28, 2019 Ramon Edward Gillespie, 88, of rural Wabash, died at 4:40 p.m., Friday, Oct. 28, 2016, at Parkview Randalia Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Oct. 9, 1928, in Wabash County, to Vernon and Dorothy (Malott) Gillespie. Ray married Margaret Hanna at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ in Wabash on Sept. 17, 1950. He was a 1946 graduate of Lagro High School and a 1957 graduate of Manchester College. He was a veteran of the Korean War. Ray retired from Ford Meter Box in Wabash, where he served as secretary and treasurer from 1955-1993. He was a member of the Wabash Elks, Rotary, the Masonic Lodge, Wabash Shrine Club and Mispah Shrine, the American Legion Post 15 and the Wabash Christian Church. In his early years, Ray enjoyed fishing, traveling, performing in plays and musicals through the community theater, golfing, and helping with the student exchange program through rotary. Later in life, Ray enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and the love of his life Margie. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Margie” Gillespie of Wabash, two children, Daniel (Anita) Gillespie of Leesburg, and Cyndie GillespieShear of Wabash, five grandchildren, Eric Shear of Galveston, Justin Gillespie of Lagro, Tim (Kristen) Shear of Wabash, Darcie Gillespie of Lagro, and Samantha (Andrew) Dunn of Mascoutah, Ill., and five great-grandchildren, Lillian Shear, Kyndall Shear, Jordyn Shear, Lance Dunn, and Madison Dunn, as well as nieces, nephews, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Edward Gillespie who died June 4, 2015. Funeral services will 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor John Cook officiating. Entombment will be in the Chapel of Remembrance Mausoleum at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 2-8 pm Wednesday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Wabash Christian Church. The memorial guest book for Ramon may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Onda Pauline Good, 91, of North Manchester, died at 10:25 am, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. She was born March 24, 1925 in Wabash County, Indiana to Paul and Geneva (Niccum) Dyson. Onda was a 1943 graduate of Roann High School, 1948 graduate of Manchester College, and received her masters degree from Ball State University. On Aug. 20, 1949, she married Rex Good in Roann, Indiana; he died in November 1969. She taught high school home economics and science many years, retiring in 1984. After retiring from teaching she worked in the Peabody Retirement Community activities department, and enjoyed dressing up as a clown and cheering up the residents, and was also the manager at the Akron Senior Center. She was a member of the North Manchester United Methodist Church, and was an associate member of the North Manchester Tree Committee. Onda enjoyed gardening, especially her 12 blueberry bushes, doing yard work., and bird watching. She also enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, and was interested in recipes for the elderly. Onda was a resident of Peabody Retirement Community the past nine years. She is survived by her daughter, Diane Mughmaw of Huntington; three sisters, Ellen (Devon) Hostetler of Lagrange, Vera (Charles) Huffman of Umatilla, Fla., and Mary Miller of North Manchester; sister-in-law, Jane Dyson of Wabash, and several loving nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Phyllis Brown and Irene Dyson, and her brother, Jack Dyson. Visitation and funeral services will be 10:30 am, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016 at the North Manchester United Methodist Church, 306 E. 2nd St., North Manchester, with her nephew Pastor Kim Huffman, and Rev. Larry Ray officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Memorial Cemetery, Monterey. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Preferred memorial is Onda Dyson Good and Rex Good Scholarship Fund at Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, Indiana 46962 The memorial guest book for Onda may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Richard Zoda, 72 Diana J. Collins, 47 Worked as cook July 24, 1969 – Oct. 23, 2016

Diana J. Collins, 47, Wabash, died at 1:48 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. She was born on July 24, 1969, in Wabash to Paul D. Moore and Kathy (Cobie) Barker-Rowe. Surviving are her parents, a companion, two sons and a sister. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31, with calling one hour before service at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash.

Worked for INDOT Jan. 25, 1944 – Oct. 29, 2016 Richard W. Zoda, 72, of rural Van Buren, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016, at Heritage Pointe in Warren. He was born on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 1944, in Wells County to Marvin J. “Bud” & Wilma (Thompson) Zoda. He married Mary Ann O’Banion on Sunday, April 18, 1971 in the Applegate Chapel at Heritage Pointe in Warren. Surviving are his wife, two sons, two brothers, a sister, two grandsons. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Glancy - H. Brown & Son Funeral Home, Warren. Service is at 11 a.m. Thursday November 3, 2016 at the funeral home; viewing will be held one hour prior to the service.

Miriam Ferguson, 81 Member VFW Auxiliary Sept. 22, 1935 – Oct. 23, 2016

Miriam Louise Ferguson, 81, Savoy, Ill., passed away at 9:14 a.m. on Oct. 23, 2016 at Carle Hospital, Urbana, Illinois. Miriam was born on Sept. 22, 1935, in North Manchester, to Howard S. and Nevea M. (Hiner) Neher. On April 20, 1957 Miriam married Gordon Ferguson of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Gordon passed away on September 30, 2011. Miriam is survived by three sons, a daughter, a brother, two sisters, a sister-in-law, six grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Nov. 5, 2016, at 2 p.m. at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, North Manchester. A memorial service will be held Nov. 6, 2016, at 1 (CT) p.m. at the Community United Methodist Church, 20 Center Street, Naperville, Ill. McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

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Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Accidents Oct. 20 At 7:35 p.m., a vehicle driven by Ronald E. Arnold, 51, Elwood, was traveling south on SR 15 when he struck a horse. The collision caused him to cross the centerline, collide with a guardrail, cross the centerline again and struck a second

guardrail before coming to a stop. Elwood was transported by ambulance to Wabash Parkview Hospital. Oct. 21 At 9:22 p.m., a vehicle driven by Roger W. Taylor, 65, North Manchester, was traveling east on SR 114 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck.

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a deer entered the roadway and was struck. At 7:24 p.m., a vehicle driven by Charles A. Duncan, 73, Daleville, was traveling south on SR 15 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. Oct. 25 At 7:26 a.m., a vehicle driven by Michael R. Bechtol, 64, LaFontaine, was southbound on SR 13 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. At 7:50 a.m., a vehicle driven by Friedrich Hofmann, 78, Yoder, was westbound on SR 114 when observed a steel framed porch swing in the roadway, attempted to avoid a collision but failed and struck the swing. At 7:55 a.m., a vehicle driven by Christopher S. Landis, 37, Wabash, was traveling south-

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Evelyn L. Cook, 93 Homemaker and seamstress Feb. 7, 1923 – Oct. 29, 2016

Evelyn Lucille Cook, 93, North Manchester, Ind., passed away at 5:10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016 at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester, Indiana. Evelyn was born on Feb. 7, 1923, in rural North Manchester to Walter Adrian and Mary Elizabeth (Forney) Coning On Nov. 4, 1951, she married Morris Earl Cook. He passed away on March 16, 2016. She was a member of Old German Baptist Brethren Church in North Manchester. She worked as a Homemaker and Seamstress for many years. Evelyn is survived by two sons Philip (Betty) Cook, Athens, Wisconsin and Stuart (Catharine) Cook, North Manchester, Indiana; two daughters Maribeth Cook, North Manchester, Indiana and Sylvia (Stephen) Callaway, North Manchester, Indiana; two sisters, Eloise Brubaker, North Manchester and Agatha Metzger, North Manchester; 10 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Evelyn is preceded in death by her parents Walter and Mary Coning; husband Morris Cook; two brothers Richard Coning and Herman Coning; four brother-in laws; and one grandson. Family and friends may call Tuesday, November 1, 2016 from 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, located at 1401 State Road 114 W. in North Manchester. Funeral Service will take place Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016 at 10 a.m. at the Old German Baptist Brethren Church, S.R. 13 North in North Manchester. The Home Brethren will officiate. Burial will take place at the Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery in North Manchester. To send a private condolence to the Cook family, use the condolence link on the McKee Mortuary homepage. east on Cooper Road when he fell asleep, exited the roadway and struck a tree. Oct. 26 At 12:24 a.m., a vehicle driven by Alexandria M. Koch, 16, Roann, was traveling north on CR 300 East when she hit a bump in the roadway, lost control of the vehicle, traveled left of center, entered a ditch and struck a utility pole. At 8:20 a.m., a vehicle driven by Erin K. Dale, 29, LaFontaine, was traveling southbound on SR 15 when a deer entered the roadway and was struck. Oct. 27 At 3:15 p.m., a vehicle driven by Elmer E. Williams, 59, Roann, was westbound on SR 16 when he fell asleep, ran off the roadway and struck a mailbox. Citations Oct. 14 Marla D. Richards, 23, Wabash, speeding. Oct. 23 Leah L. Poland, 44,

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Bookings Gerald L. Hampton, 67, Lebanon, felony failure to register as a sex offender. Michael J. Stevenson, 27, Wabash, misdemeanor operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content level of .15 or more. Tiffany J. Halterman, 30, Akron, misdemeanor operating while intoxicated. Evan M. Schlemmer, 20, Wabash, felony petition to revoke probation on illegal possession of a syringe. Timothy Copeland, 30, Bunker Hill, misdemeanor petition to revoke electronic home detention on operating while intoxicated charge. Darrion J. Fields, 22, LaFontaine, mis-

Norma Haecker Worked at Lance’s New Market May 3, 1935 – Oct. 24, 2016

Norma J. Haecker, 81, North Manchester, died at 9:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24, 2016, in Timbercrest Senior Living Community, North Manchester. She was born May 3, 1935, in North Manchester, IN to Harry & Bernice (Westafer) Frey. On February 7, 1954, she married Charles R. Haecker. He died

January 2, 1986. She is survived by a son, a daughter, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Visitation was Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, and one hour prior to service Friday at the First Brethren Church, 407 N. Sycamore St., North Manchester. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, North Manchester.

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demeanor failure to appear on possession of marijuana charge. Jeffrey A. Jenkins, 39, Columbus, Ohio, forgery. Charles M. Hammer, 30, North Manchester, misdemeanor possession of marijuana and misdemeanor possession of paraphernalia. Aaron M. Bishop, 27, Wabash, parole violation. Jamie Hall, 31, Liberty Mills, felony petition to revoke probation on maintaining a common nuisance charge. Ryan D. Vermilion, 37, Peru, misdemeanor driving while suspended and misdemeanor hold for Howard County failure to appear on writ of attachment. Allen L. Lee, 35, Lagro, misdemeanor driving while suspended with prior. Matthew R. Monroe, 42, Wabash, public intoxication and disorderly conduct. Ann M. Phillips, 34, Peru, felony court order. Wabash Police Department Accidents Oct. 22 At 11:16 a.m., a vehicle driven by Joseph O. Eppley, 27, Wabash, was attempting to stop for traffic when a bottle of Aleve became lodged under the brake pedal, prevented him from stopping and he struck a vehicle driven by Steven R. Jeffers, 56, Wabash. Oct. 26 At 12:45 a.m., a vehicle driven by Zachary E. Dailey, 22, Marion, was attempting to turn onto Mill Street from Old U.S. 24 when he misjudged the turn, left the roadway and became lodged on the railroad track. He attempted to dislodge the vehicle when an eastbound trail collided with the vehicle. Dailey was not injured in the accident. Oct. 27 At 8:10 p.m., a vehicle driven by Raven M. Haupert, 21, Roann, was southbound on Cass Street when she collided with a vehicle driven by Brooke M. Kisner, 20, North Manchester.

Citations Oct. 22 Steven L. Danbury, 32, LaFontaine, learnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s permit violation. Shara A. Judy, 38, Wabash, driving

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18, Greenfield, speeding.

Oct. 23 Tabetha E. Tyler, 26, Wabash, driving while suspended infraction and failure to use child restraint.

Oct. 26 Bradley D. Molder, 22, Peru, speeding.

Oct. 24 Brandon D. Lee, 23, Hilliard, Ohio, expired registration. Justin L. Short, 52, Kokomo, speeding. Samuel R. Gardner,

Oct. 28 Matthew R. Monroe, 42, Wabash, disorderly conduct. North Manchester Accidents Oct. 21 At 3:47 p.m., a vehicle driven by Jacob D.

Good, 32, Huntington, collided at CR 1100 North and SR 13 with a vehicle driven by Brooke G. Betten, 33, North Manchester. Oct. 25 At 8:23 p.m., a vehicle driven by Kristopher L. Hand, 51, North Manchester struck a deer on SR 13. At 8:33 p.m., a parked vehicle was struck by a vehicle

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Oct. 21 Arrielle S. Bennington, 19, Valparaiso, speeding. Erica N. Bell, 27, North Manchester, speeding.

Oct. 22 Aaron D. Sauder, 17, Milan, Pa., expired vehicle registration and speeding. Jacob C. Marcov, 18,

Attica, no or improper taillights. Oct. 26 Hector K. Villarreal, 39, Clinton, Okla., speeding.

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800 block of North Market Street. Fire Oct. 22 At 4:25 p.m., 200 block of Wild Cherry Lane for medical assist. At 9:56 p.m., 500 block of West 3rd Street for medical assist. Oct. 23 At 6:52 a.m., 300 block of Wild Cherry Lane for medical assist. At 10:17 a.m., 300 block of East 2nd Street for medical assist. Oct. 29 At 7:04 p.m., units from North Manchester and Chester Township fire departments responded to the 1100 block of North Market Street for an alarm.

Oct. 30 At 2:46 a.m. and 8:18 a.m., units from North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments responded to an alarm in the 1100 block of North Market Street. At 1:30 p.m., units from North Manchester and Chester Township fire departments responded to an alarm in the 2200 block of East Street. Marriage Licenses

Donnie Hensley, 45, and Katie Stout, 39. Tristan A. F. Fortin, 33, and Ashley R. Garber, 34. Jaclyn T. Keifer, 22, and Reuben Rowe Jr., 30. Ronald L. Judy, 59, and Stephanie L. Judy, 51.

Crash claims Silver Lake man By The Paper staff Shortly after 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29, Indiana Conservation Officers responded to a call of an off road vehicle collision in the 14000 block of North 300 West, Wabash County. Timothy Bradford, 57, Silver Lake, was operating the ATV on private property when he collided with a tree. The ATV sustained major damage. Bradford was thrown from the vehicle with-

out a helmet and sustained fatal injuries. A preliminary test showed Bradford had a blood alcohol content of .28 percent, more than three times the legal limit. It is believed alcohol, speed, and a lack of safety equipment contributed to the fatal collision. I n d i a n a Conservation Officers are continuing to investigate the incident. Never use alcohol while operating off road vehicles and always wear a helmet.

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Beacon spotlights 3 local organizations By The Paper staff Beacon Credit Union donated $1,750 to three charitable organizations on Tuesday, Oct. 25, after wrapping up its sixth annual Project Spotlight Program. Ashland Graveyard and the Old LaFontaine Cemetery, Stockdale Mill Foundation and the Wabash County Animal Shelter were the three organizations

that received funds from the event. The Project Spotlight Program is a contest for charitable organizations to receive a donation from Beacon. The Wabash County community determined the winners by voting on the credit union’s website or using in-branch voting slips. This year, more than 4,300 votes were cast for the local contest,

which had 204 charitable organization nominees. Ashland Graveyard and the Old LaFontaine Cemetery placed first in the competition and received $1,000. Stockdale Mill Foundation placed second and earned $500 while the Wabash County Animal Shelter took third place and received $250.

Beacon Credit Union Branch Managers Lisa Medich (left) and Beth Alston (right) hold a check for $1,750, which was presented to three local charities. The organizations received the funds after placing first, second and third in the credit union’s Project Spotlight Program. Photo provided

MSD Board to seek $3 million bond By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com

The MSD of Wabash County Board of Education will be seeking a $3 million bond to begin in 2018. In a 3-1 vote on Oct. 25, the Board adopted a resolution to seek a general obligation bond, which will go toward funding Capital Projects. Board member Kevin Bowman was the sole vote against while Vice Chair John Gouveia abstained. The bond will allow the Board to start paying off a $3 million deficit that the district accrued due to a number of factors starting in 2010, according to Bowman. “Back in 2010, … we were having what was called a self-insurance fund ... but we were not involved with the consortium that we are now, the insurance, and we were running a pretty good balance, I think it was a million plus,” Bowman said. “But at that point it started to change, and for lack of, not naming names not pointing fingers, we are the Board and it also had to deal with the Affordable Care Act and all kinds of crazy things with insurance, that things started to drop like a rock. So before we became aware of it, we actually on our sheet have a negative $3.1 million in writing in there, but now that isn’t carried like a bill that’s coming due.” The Board will never see an invoice for the debt, according to Gouveia. “The $3 million is technically money we owe ourselves, for lack of a better word,” he said. “There’s no bill due on that, but accounting principle,

it’s still something you have to cure out from your books. “The G.O. Bond itself … that is the mechanism or the vehicle in which we can legally take funds, transfer those funds from accounts, we do make improvements to facilities and assets with that money, but with the additional monies coming in, we can utilize that cash for other resources.” The bond cannot legally go toward the deficit directly, as per State orders, Superintendent Mike Keaffaber said, but it will open an opportunity to begin paying back the expenses. “So what you’re really trying to do is … taking the projects that you would normally do out of Capital Projects (fund) and you’re going to pay for those from the bond,” he said, “and so then you’re going to save that money by the end of the year (to put toward the debt).” The funds would be transferred from Capital Projects to the Rainy Day Fund, which would advance the Board’s budget to pay off some of the debt, according to Gouveia. However, the Board faces another roadblock, even with the bond issuance. Due to State law, there’s a cap on how much can be saved, according to Keaffaber. “It’s 10 percent of the total budget,” he said. “The budget was $22 million, obviously we don’t have that much in Capital Projects so we can’t do that, but the thing is it’s going to be an improvement. “So this is the tricky part and a challenging part. Of that approximately $1.8 or $1.9 million that we receive from the DLGF

(Department of Local Government Finance) for Capital Projects, only about 25 percent of that can be allocated for improvements, because of the cost. So say it’s $1.9 million, … really the most you can transfer from Capital Projects to Rainy Day (Fund) is approximately is $450,000 because the other monies are utilities, are salaries and insurance, so those fees of course you’re not going to pay out of the bond. “So that’s the best case scenario per year,” he continued. Bowman told the Board the method would be inefficient in solving the Board’s problem. “Are you going to borrow in 2017?” Bowman asked the Board. “You know my position. Hold your own. Vote the way you want to vote, but the efficiency of trying to get $3.1 (million) off the books at even $450,000, that’s seven years and you would be borrowing $21 million to get that done.” The Board won’t have to borrow ever year, Keaffaber replied, and there will be different tactics used in the future as they are made available. If the bond resolution failed to pass, Gouveia said, in his opinion, the Board’s other option would be to close a school and cut positions. In other news, Gouveia voiced concerns that the Board has yet to receive any response to its feasibility studies and consolidation talks invitation. “For Wabash City to have come out and said what they have said before, for the invitation to have sat there for 30 days, for them to have had school board meetings and other dis-

cussions and not have gotten back to us, I think that’s either an answer in and to itself or a lot of indecisiveness on their part,” Gouveia said. “That process needs to either move forward so this body can move forward with other decisions in the best interest of the kids.” Keaffaber replied that he thinks the Board has taken its time with things and it should respect the WCS Board’s time as well. Keaffaber also announced the district’s final Average Daily Membership (ADM) count to be 2,038 students, a loss of 99 students from last year’s count of 2,137.

Bazaar planned: Christ United Methodist Church members (from

left) Carol McDonald, Shirley Woodward and Ruth Biggs make angel food cakes for a mini bazaar at the church. The event will be from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 5. Food items for sale include homemade noodles, baked goods and angel food cakes. In addition, there will be items in Annie’s Attic. A “Harvest Dinner” will be held later that day from 4:00 to 6:30 pm. Included with the meal will be a large tenderloin sandwich, baked beans, coleslaw, applesauce, cookies and a beverage. Tickets are $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 4 to 10 and free to children 3 and under. Carry outs are also available. The church is at the intersection of Wabash Street and Manchester Avenue. Photo by Joseph Slacian

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Learn More Center North Manchester Center for History receives CF grant receives $10,000 grant By The Paper staff NORTH MANCHESTER — The C o m m u n i t y Foundation of Wabash County awarded the Learn More Center a grant of $6,000 to support adult education programs in Wabash County. Funding for the grant is provided by the Pauline Barker Literacy Endowment and the Community Foundation’s U n r e s t r i c t e d Endowments. The grant is designated for providing funding for students working faithfully to increase their literacy skills, but need an extended period of time to accomplish

their goals. The Learn More Center continues to be truly appreciative of the C o m m u n i t y Foundation’s support! The Learn More Center developed out of a 1999 Lilly Endowment initiative with Indiana counties that were planned to build ‘Community Alliances to Promote Education’. This initiative was aimed at improving educational attainment and quality of life for Indiana residents. Community research indicated a need for programs to address adult literacy and adult basic education. The Learn More Center has assisted more than 350 county residents earn their high school equiva-

lency diploma, retrained many in job skills after several employers left the county, assisted many in learning English and provided adult basic education. The Learn More Center has two service locations, Wabash and North Manchester. Educational programming is offered at the Wabash Alliance Church in Wabash and at the Town Life Center in North Manchester. For hours and more information on enrolling in the Learn More Center, call toll free at 877-363-6128 or visit www.learnmorecenter.org. Services are confidential and are of no cost to students.

FFW Corporation announces quarterly earnings By The Paper staff

FFW Corporation, parent corporation of Crossroads Bank, announced earnings for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2016. For the three months ended Sept. 30, 2016, the corporation reported net income of $1,038,000 or 87 cents per common share compared to $950,000 or 80 cents per common share for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2015. Net interest income for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2016 was $2,906,000 compared to $2,892,000 for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2015. The provision for loan losses was $193,000 for the three month period ended Sept. 30, 2016 compared to $80,000 for the three month period ended Sept. 30,

2015. Total non-interest income was $1,411,000 for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2016 compared to $1,166,000 for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2015. Noninterest expense was $2,794,000 for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2016 and $2,761,000 for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2015. The three months ended Sept. 30, 2016 represented a return on average common equity of 11.15 percent compared to 11.53 percent for the three month period ended Sept. 30, 2015. The three months ended Sept. 30, 2016 represented a return on average assets of 1.20 percent compared to 1.14 percent for the three month period ended Sept. 30, 2015. The allowance for

loan losses as a percentage of gross loans receivable was 1.46 percent at Sept. 30, 2016 compared to 1.52 percent at June 30, 2016. Nonperforming assets were $6,563,000 at Sept. 30, 2016 compared to $6,700,000 at June 30, 2016. As of Sept. 30, 2016, FFWC’s equity-toassets ratio was 11.10 percent compared to 10.98 percent at June 30, 2016. Total assets at Sept. 30, 2016 were $342,530,000 compared to $340,987,000 at June 30, 2016. Shareholders’ equity was $38,018,000 at Sept. 30, 2016 compared to $37,449,000 at June 30, 2016. Crossroads Bank exceeds all applicable regulatory requirements to be considered “well capitalized.”

By The Paper staff NORTH MANCHESTER — The North Manchester Historical Society recently received a $10,000 grant from the Efroymson Family Fund of Indianapolis for the restoration of the façade of the NM Center for History, 122 E. Main Street. The grant applied toward the $225,000 overall cost of the project. The façade restoration included removing a circa 1969 façade and restoring the building to it circa 1925 condition. The NM Historical

Society worked closely with SRKM Architects and Indiana Landmarks to ensure that the renovation is likely to meet the standards allowing the building to be named part of the North Manchester National Historic District. The Center for History was specifically excluded from this status because of its c. 1969 façade. A personal foundation of the Central Indiana Community Foundation, the Efroymson Family Fund continues a long legacy of charitable commitment by the Efroymson family in Central Indiana.

Established in 1998 by Dan and Lori Efroymson, it funds various efforts to promote the viability of Indianapolis and beyond. To date, the fund has awarded more than 1,600 grants—totaling over $88 million—to improve the quality of life for individuals and families in Central Indiana and beyond in the areas of environment, health and human services, arts and culture, civic and community improvement, and education. To honor Indiana’s 200 years of history, the Efroymson Family Fund is committed to making

extraordinary grants to organizations statewide that exemplify Hoosier values, preserve and protect the environment, and stimulate creativity and innovation. To date, the Efroymson Family Fund has invested more than $2.2 million to important nonprofit partners throughout Indiana who are not only making an impact today but for many generations to come. The NM Historical Society grant was one of 18 historic preservation grants totaling $150,000 awarded this fall by the Fund.

HU, Evangelical Seminary plan collaboration By The Paper staff HUNTINGTON — H u n t i n g t o n University has announced a yearlong collaboration with Evangelical Seminary of Myerstown, Penn. The goal of the collaboration is to determine if the needs of both institutions can be better met by integrating the faculty, staff and students of Evangelical Seminary into Huntington University. “Huntington University is excited about the opportunity to intentionally engage in a year of collaborative conversations as to a more clearly defined shared future with E v a n g e l i c a l Seminary. We are blessed to have had many graduates pursue advanced degrees

there, as well as the honor of having three graduates serve as the seminary’s president,” stated Dr. Sherilyn Emberton, president of H u n t i n g t o n University. H u n t i n g t o n University has a historically strong relationship with Evangelical Seminary with many United Brethren in Christ denominational pastors having received advanced degrees from the seminary. As H u n t i n g t o n University continues to explore avenues of growth for its graduate and professional programs, the inclusion of Evangelical Seminary could play a significant role in those ongoing efforts. Evangelical Seminary, located in south-central Pennsylvania, was founded as the

E v a n g e l i c a l Congregational School of Theology in 1953. While originally organized to prepare men for ministry, the seminary now welcomes both male and female faculty and students from many evangelical backgrounds and denominations. Over the years Evangelical has expanded programs and teaching sites within the nearby cities of Lancaster and Harrisburg. Although the original courses only applied to pastoral ministry within a local congregational setting, the scope of programs now offered include pastoral ministry, leadership, practical ministry, marriage and family therapy, spiritual formation, missions, and academic studies. “As an alumnus of

both institutions, and as a United Brethren minister, I cannot imagine a better alignment of academic ministries than that which is being forged between H u n t i n g t o n University and E v a n g e l i c a l Seminary,” said Dr. Anthony Blair, E v a n g e l i c a l Seminary’s president. “What excites me most, however, is imagining how we can together serve the Church more fully and more creatively than either organization could do alone. I look forward to what God has in store for this collaboration.” Evangelical is accredited by The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges (MSA), Commission (continued on page 42)

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Article provided Officials at the M a n c h e s t e r Intermediate School have announced the honor roll and perfect attendance list for the first quarter of the 2016-17 school year.

Named to the honor roll were: 4th Grade: Sophia Anglin, Ava Baker, Marley Bellinger, Haley Betten, Undray Bledsoe, Campbell Bolinger, Micah Bordeaux, Levi

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OC Cancer Crushers- Team Owens Corning Thermafiber members are (left to right) Gage Miller, Ludvig Damgaard (exchange student from Denmark), Gabe Mota, Cal Stone, Austin Black, Aiden Benysh, Matt Stein, Kody Case, John Stewart, Traydon Goodwin, Robert Bratch (Father of Karsyn Bratch), Trace Goodwin; (front row) Brandy Hawkins. Photo provided

Owens Corning Thermafiber raise $3,700-plus for Karsyn Article provided

The employees of Owens Corning Thermafiber Wabash facility raised $3,704 through various team efforts this year for the Kick It For Karsyn event on Sept. 17. This is one of several community-wide fundraising causes supported by Owens Corning Thermafiber. The fight against childhood cancer hits home with Thermafiber employees as Karsyn Bratch, daughter of employee,

Robert Bratch, fought and died from a long battle with pediatric cancer. After multiple fundraisers and a donation from the Owens Corning Foundation, the team raised a total of $3,704.00. Event organizers would like to thank every person who helped with these fundraising events. A special thank you to the Wabash Apache Boys Soccer Team who came in at the last minute on the morning of the event and joined

our kickball team. All Kickball participants said it was an enjoyable, fun filled day, getting muddy and playing in the rain. They look forward to coming back again next year. Owens Corning Thermafiber officials greatly appreciated the Kick It organization for allowing us to partner with the Kick It Team and to support a worthy cause in memory of Karsyn Bratch, an amazing little girl.

Wabash Christian Church receives interim minister By The Paper staff

The Rev. Haley Asberry has been called as an interim minister for the Wabash Christian Church. She is a 2015 graduate of Christian Theological Seminary with a Master’s in Divinity and a 2011 graduate of Indiana University with a Bachelor of Arts. The Rev. Asberry visited South Africa as part of an extensive two year study of liberation theology and the Church’s role in the antiApartheid movement. Her clinical pastoral study was at Indiana University Health (Riley Children’s Hospital) where she focused on Pastoral Care in Trauma Situations/Death. She has recently served as

an associate pastor for family ministry at the East Christian Church in Markleville, Indiana. She chose to be ordained in the Disciples of Christ denomination because, “As the greater Church denomination, we don’t have creeds and that allows for the beauty of differing opinions and theologies in the pews and even at the Communion table. All are welcome. “Since I joined my home church, I have felt the call to serve the church in a variety of ways,” she continued.. “I believe that being a Disciple means that serving is something that is done and not just talked about. Being in covenant with God as a denomination and as

individuals gives us the responsibility to be active in and out of the church: to be the hands and feet of Christ. “I believe that God’s desire for the world is unity and wholeness and therefore we must be able to be in conversation with those who differ from us, we must learn from those we would normally try to avoid and we are called to truly love and serve our neighbors even when they’re different than us. I think the Church has the potential to help end hunger, homelessness, racism, and help all who reside on the margins for whatever reasons.” Located at 110 W. Hill St., the church’s Sunday services begin at 9:30 a.m.

Dahlstrom, Zaarik DeVore, Juliana Diaz, Brilee Enyeart, Katie Flick, Kadence Fox, Zoe Gebhart, Luke Gish, Macy Greer, Wynter Harris, Taylor Haupert, Cole Henderson, Ethan Handrix, Katie Jenkins, Jacob Jones, Karsyn Kamphues, Nanami Kataoka, Abigail King, Jackson Maciejewski, Mya McFeters, Evan McLaughlin, Eliza Metzger, Brady Miller, Jocelynn Molina, Taryn Naragon, Peyton Neal, Zachary Owens, Zachary Ozenbaugh, Tristan Paquera, Sabrina Patton, Elijah Poole, Citlali QuirozAlvarez, Izzabella Reed, Kassandrya Richey, Shadoe Richter, Carter Rodgers, Mason Rooney, Audrey Sanson, Cesar Saucedo-Saucedo, Caleb Sautter, Molly Schannep, Hannah Shepherd, Jaydan Simmons, Manpreet Singh, Zarah Smith, Thania Soto, London Spangle, Jaylynn Spriggs, Hanna Stout, Averi Thomas, Joshua Trout, Ryan Tully, Simon Van, Carter Wagoner, Noelle Walt, Jeren West, Kami Wheat, Devin White, Denver Wilson, Wyatt Young 5th Grade: Samuel

Ayres, Carleigh Blevins, Leyna Borgmann, Calvin Brown, Isaiah Burlingame, Ella Crawford, Ezra Dotson, Preston Duffy, Hannah Eberly, Ava Egolf, McKelvey Espeset, Lily Flora, Evyn Fox, Jordyn Gephart, Payton Hamby, Jacob Hesting, Caysen Hobbs, Carolyn Hoffmeyer, Kaidyn Howard, Melani Jimene z-Saucedo, Payton Jones, Sarah Kerlin, Sophie

Leckrone, Zaine Louvier, Gavin Martin, Evan Martynowicz, Carly Metzger, Maegan Metzger, Malia Metzger, Diego Munoz, Logan Penrod, Jacey Rhoades, Julia Rosen, Brayden Sanson, Keydan Shepherd, Emersen Shoemaker, Donald Shorter, Garrett Sites, Caleb Smith, Grace Smith, Miriam StrubleHedstrom, Emma Ulrey, Casen Vawter, Alexa Weaver, Kaydence Whennen, Danielle Wright, Dairish Zintsmaster 6th Grade: Trinity Akins, Aliala Atienza, Madison Baker, Kyler Benedict, Addilyn Bordeaux, Josie Briner, Will Brovont, Brock Casper, Olivia Chavez, Yoonji Choe, Ella Clifford, Ian Davison, Alesha Edwards, Caden Egner, Jackson Felgar, Caleb Flick, Madison GanoEldridge, Alexis Gearhart, Traceson Gearhart, Antonio Grant, Cristani Guerrero, Kolby Haecker, Trevor Heath, Peyton Helton, Delani Henderson, Cristian HernandezBeck, Jasmine Howard, Avery Isley, Raven King, Abby Love, Caden Marcum, Skye McCullough, Lanna Metzger, Nadia Miller, Caden Miller, Bryce Mugford, Jaci Naragon, Olivia Neal Sarah Nulf, Kayden Schafer, Cameron Shull, Jalynn Simcoe, Muskaan Singh, Maria Smith, Dakota Wilson, Liam York Those with perfect attendance are: 4th Grade: Sophia Anglin, Ava Baker, Haley Betten, Campbell Bolinger, Micah Bordeaux, Levi Bordeaux, Ella Bradley, Wyatt Byers, Ethan Campbell, Ayla

Cashdollar, Nicholas Cave, Nicole Cave, Levi Combs, Jose Cortes, Logan Craig, Ainsley Dahlstrom, Logan Denton, Zaarik DeVore, Juliana Diaz, Bryce Eldridge, Brilee Enyeart, Katie Flick, Zoe Gebhart, Diego Gomez, Macy Greer, Cole Henderson, Jonathan Hernandez, Richen Hunt, Alisia Hunt, Jacob Jones, Kaelynn Kamp, Payton Livesay, Evan McLaughlin, Brady Miller, Jocelynn Molina, Diego Myers, Taryn Naragon, Peyton Neal, Jordan Owens, Zachary Ozenbaugh, Tristan Paquera, Sabrina Patton, Leon Phillips, Citlali QuirozAlvarez, Colton Reffitt, Korben Reid, Kassandrya Richey, Shadoe Richter, Audrey Sanson, Angelica Saucedo, Caleb Sautter, Molly Schannep, Tallon Selleck, Manpreet Singh, Zarah Smith, Thania Soto, Hanna Stout, Tallon Torpy, Ryah Vawter, Carter Wagoner, Noelle Walt, Jeren West, Devin White, Devin Willcox, Denver Wilson, Nevaeh Wright, Noland Wright, Wyatt Young 5th Grade: Isaac Barrett, Carleigh Blevins, Kelsey Blum, Leyna Borgmann, Keeda Bowland, Isaiah Burlingame, Breanna Callaway, Steven Collins, Justin Conliff, Ezra Dotson, Michael Dunifin, Hannah Eberly, Ava Egolf, McKelvey Espeset, Lily Flora, Jordyn Gephart, Sarah Hall, Dylan Hernandez, Jacob Hesting, Caysen Hobbs, Kaidyn Howard, Katlin Hudson, Antonio Jimenez, Melani Jimene z-Saucedo, Breanna Knee, Sammie Lambert,

Zaine Louvier, Kailey Manis, Kenneth Martin, Paulette Martin, Evan Martynowicz, Dominick Mayle, Jade McCullough, Pedro Montoya, Diego Munoz, Chandler Music, Catrina Newell,, Lauren Ortiz, Logan Penrod, Lucas Popi, Samuel Pyle, Monica Saucedo, Dulce Saucedo, Kimberly Schroll, Adia Selleck, Riley Shock, Gabrielle Simmers, Finnegan Sincroft, Garrett Sites, Caleb Smith, Grace Smith, Casen Vawter, Alexa Weaver 6th Grade: Alyssa Allen, Aliala Atienza, Madison Baker, Mackenzie Beck, Addilyn Bordeaux, Josie Briner, Brock Casper, Olivia Chavez, Mason Clark, Diana Diaz, Alesha Edwards, Caden Egner, Jackson Felgar, Madison Gano-Eldridge, Alexis Gearhart, Kaitlyn Gish, Steven Guerrero, Kolby Haecker, Jaylyn Hall, Hanna Hall, Delani Henderson, Cristian Her nandez-Beck, Riley Hoagland, Jasmine Howard, Raven King, Abby Love, Morgan Lyon, Yolanda Mata, Skye McCullough, Bryce Mugford, Olivia Neal, Sarah Nulf, Michael Ortiz, Trevor Renz, Gavin Rockwell, Franchesa Saucedo, Kayden Schafer, Chad Schlemmer, Desteny Sellers, Cameron Shull, Jalynn Simcoe, Muskaan Singh, Matthew Skeens, Maria Smith, Nicholas Snader, Alondra Soto, Braxton Sperry, Abriana Staton, Harrison Sturtsman, Hannah Trout, Dakota Wilson, Memphis Wood, Liam York, Maddox Zolman

HU, Evangelical Seminary plan collaboration... continued from page 41 on Accrediting of The Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS) and the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE). Evangelical Seminary is one of the few faith-based institutions in the United States that have obtained the

highly respected COAMFTE accreditation. To learn more, please visit: www.evangelical.edu. H u n t i n g t o n University is a comprehensive Christian college of the liberal arts offering graduate and undergraduate programs in more than 70 academic concentrations. U.S. News & World Report ranks Huntington

among the best colleges in the Midwest, and Forbes.com has listed the university as one of America’s Best Colleges. A d d i t i o n a l l y, Princeton Review has named the institution a “Best Midwestern College.” Founded in 1897 by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ, H u n t i n g t o n University is located

on a contemporary, lakeside campus in northeast Indiana. The university is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU). ### For text of this and all Huntington University news releases, visit www.huntington.edu/ news.

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Wabash man charged in 1997 child molestation investigation By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com A Wabash man is facing felony child molestation and attempted child molestation charges after 19 years. Christopher Kimble, 46, was incarcerated at the Wabash County Jail Wednesday, Oct. 26, for the felony charges, which stemmed from a 1997 child molestation investigation. In 1997, a child younger than 10-

CHRISTOPHER KIMBLE years-old reported to local law enforcement that Kimble had touched them inap-

propriately, according the probable cause affidavit. The child told officers that they knew the difference between good touch and bad touch after learning about it in school, the court documents continued. A warrant was ordered for Kimbleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrest on June 3, 1997, according to court documents. On June 23, 2016, the Wabash County Circuit Court received a report stating that Kimble was incarcerated in South

Carolina, the documents continued. In August, Wabash County Circuit Court filed for temporary custody of Kimble and he was transferred Wednesday, fulfilling the search warrant. Kimbleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initial hearing took place on Thursday, Oct. 27, where he entered a preliminary plea of not guilty. Trial dates were set for Dec. 20-21 at 9 a.m. A pretrial conference was set for Nov. 21 at 1 p.m.

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White’s CEO announces retirement By The Paper staff Dee Gibson, White’s Residential and Family Services Chief Executive Officer, will retire in 2017. Together with his wife Kathy, Gibson served at the local non-profit organization for 40 years, acting as CEO for 19 years. “Kathy and I know that we could not have accomplished what we did at White’s without the backing of hard-working and dedicated staff, many of whom are like family,” Gibson said. “We’ve been honored to spend our profes-

sional careers at White’s Residential and Family Services. “Kathy has been my teammate throughout my career, and I am ever so grateful for what we have accomplished together. White’s is a very strong organization and I am retiring with full confidence in the leadership team and future of the organization.” Gibson has served on numerous boards and committees dedicated to the welfare of children including the 2004 Indiana Commission for Abused and Neglected Children and their

Families. He was also the first president of the Indiana Association of Resources and Child Advocacy’s Institute for Excellence Board of Directors and Public Policy Committee. Dr. Eric Dale, White’s Board of Trustees chairman, accredited Gibson to shaping the organization. “Each and every day at White, we provide hope for children, teens and families in need of guidance,” Dale said. “No one has been more committed to this mission than Dee. He

White’s CEO Dee Gibson (left) announced he will be retiring from his position in 2017. During his 19 years as CEO, Gibson witnessed many memorable moments at the organization, including receiving the Century Certificate in August 2015. Photo by Emma Rausch has challenged staff, families and children to strive toward lives of character and serv-

ice to others and God. “His leadership and vision have helped to make White’s what it

is today.” Dale cited several of Gibson’s accomplishments including creating specialized residential treatment programs, established White’s first development office in 1997, grew and improved the 800-acre campus, open Compass Rose Academy (CRA) in 2012 and acquired Christian Haven, a residential treatment center for boys and girls in Wheatfield, in 2014. “Dee showed with the opening of Compass Rose Academy that he understands the pres-

sures of parents today and has constantly been proactive with programming to meet the needs of children and their families,” Dr. John Townsend, CRA consultant, said. “However, what I might admire most about Dee is that he is a man of faith who has guided White’s to be a faith-living organization every day.” Gibson will remain CEO throughout 2017 until a successor is chosen.

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Market Street Mercantile opens in downtown Wabash By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com

Market Street Mercantile opened its doors at 8 W. Market St. in Wabash on Saturday, Oct. 22, and has something to offer for nearly every member of the family, according to Lori Thornton, owner. Formerly Lost Treasures in Tyme, the new business model better adds to downtown Wabash growing market, Thornton told The Paper of Wabash County. “I just moved across the street and changed name and

I’m carrying some of the merchandise that I had before, but I’m going a different direction as well,” she said. “(The prior name) just wasn’t catchy. I thought a long time when I chose that name, but the longer I had it, the more I became dissatisfied with it because I felt that it didn’t fit with downtown Wabash, with what we’re trying to become. “I just think Market Street Mercantile fits downtown Wabash because in a mercantile you can get an assortment of items for many needs in one spot. I’m offering

more for the whole family.” Market Street Mercantile offers a variety of merchandise including toys, children’s clothing size newborn to 14 as well as gifts for men and gourmet foods and chocolates. Thornton is also expanding the business into wedding and bridal. “I’m really excited about offering the wedding favors, accessories, gifts,” she said. “So if a bride wants to buy gifts for her wedding party I can order those ... as well as for the groom’s party as well. I will also have invitations, thank you

Lori Thornton stands behind the counter in her new boutique, Market Street Mercantile. Thornton opened her business’s doors Saturday, Oct. 22. Photo by Emma Rausch cards and guest books available, just all kinds of things for weddings. “We are trying to make downtown

Wabash a wedding destination with the upcoming bakery, myself selling the wedding favors and accessories and sta-

tionary, Marelli’s for flowers, the Francis Shoppe for mother of the bride, Ellen’s Bridal, you’ve got the Charley Creek Inn for the wedding reception or parties. “The bride can get everything she needs in downtown Wabash.” While the boutique will offer more products in the future, it will also continue to carry some of the products featured at the previous store, such as A Cheerful Giver candles, according to Thornton. “One thing you’re going to get here, every visit, is the best family service,”

Thornton said. “If there’s a baby gift that’s needed, I want to be able to get on the phone for that customer and order that gift. I want to provide that kind of service. “I want customers to leave feeling special and knowing that I cared about them.” The boutique is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit Market Street Mercantile’s Facebook page, call 260-388-8030 or email marketstreetmercantile@gmail.com.

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Youth conduct death investigations at Heartland Career Center ‘Body Farm’ By Emma Rausch emma@thepaperofwabash.com

A body farm has popped up on Heartland Career Center’s campus and the center’s Criminal Justice youth are on the case. Since Tuesday, Oct. 4, HCC students have been conducting “death investigations” on 13 piglets at the center’s observation space, the Body Farm, as part of receiving a dual-credit, two-year pathway to an associate’s degree in law enforcement and conservation law enforcement through Vincennes University. The area allows students to monitor the piglets as the specimens experience different rates of decay due to various factors including location, clothed or naked and if it was wounded,

according to Leroy Striker, Criminal Justice Instructor. The piglets, which were donated by Liberty Swine, all died of natural causes. “What this year is (meant to do) is get the kids a little bit out of the classroom,” Striker told The Paper of Wabash County. “There was also a need to enhance their writing so if I can get them in a project and (writing) entries, it gets them into writing more. The better students write, the better writers and readers they become. “Due to my students’ interests in criminal investigations and forensics, I want to ensure their learning experiences are exciting and stimulating so that they will want to continue within criminal justice careers. As a

result, we created an outside Body Farm so my students could conduct practical, hands-on death investigations, research and documentation.” While it may seem macabre, students agreed that they were glad the Body Farm was introduced into the Criminal Justice curriculum. “It was different. It was a better experience,” senior Joel Hinds said. “It was more hands-on.” “More getting out in the field,” senior Charles Sesco added. “It also helps you use your skills that you learned from this to apply it in the future.” However, the students also agreed the program is not for everyone, but it allowed those interested to gain more experience in the field. “There’s two differ-

ent ways, I think, that you can react to this,” Hinds said. “It could make you want to pursue this career or it’s not going to make you want to. I mean this experiment had a positive effect on some students and a negative effect on other students. “So I think this really gives you insight on what you’d be seeing in this field, expect it’d be people, and makes you ask will it peak your interest?” The goal with the project is to stimulate the students’ think, according to Striker. “This is new for them,” he said. “Some of them initially were I wouldn’t say grossed out, but a little bit of that, because when they first saw it and took it in, but then they focused on the fact that it is investigative. This is a tool to make them think.

Heartland Career Center Criminal Justice students make comments on the decomposition of 11 piglets at the center’s new Body Farm, an area that allows the youths to observe different rates of decomposition. Photo by Emma Rausch “My goal is to try to put variables (in the experiment) and a lot of times, we follow a linear-type of thought process. This gets them thinking outside the box. … This way, I don’t tell them anything. I don’t tell them the answers. They have to find them.”

At the end of the observation period, students will document their investigations and create a research paper on their findings. Peer groups will orally present their findings at the conclusion of the experiment. “Our law enforcement agencies need

effective investigators,” Striker said. “One day, some of these students may be that detective or investigator working your criminal investigation.”

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RENT TO OWN: 3 bedroom 1 bath mobile home fully renovated; plus an extra wide top of the line 2 bedroom 2 bath mobile home (2x6 ext. walls), vinyl sided, new roof, fresh paint, new floor coverings, refurbished cabinets, new tub with surround, new vanity, new toilet, etc. located in a beautiful country setting just 10 mins. from town. Water, sewer, garbage included with lot rent and mobile payment. Lakeview MHP is a well maintained and safe environment. Please no pets. Call 530-701-1906 or 530514-4266.

WE OFFER•COMPETITIVE WAGES • HEALTH INSURANCE • DENTAL INSURANCE • VISION INSURANCE • 401K

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1 & 2 BDRM apts., deposit required, no pets, utilities included, call 260-5717712. 34587

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1 BDRM HOUSE for rent or for sale on Wabash Northside. stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer hook ups, $90/wk. plus $300 deposit, 765-863-1453 or 765-8631452.

1BR and 2BR apartments in Wabash, $455/month and up, you pay utilities. 260-563-7743.

2 BR HOUSE, $115/week plus deposit and utilities. Call 260-571-3845.

2BR duplex for 1-3 people, southside, $455 + utilities. 260-563-7743.

BEAUTIFUL RUSTIC STUDIO APTARTMENT in the country. With 2C Garage, Pond/lots of fresh air. Rent/security deposit. You pay utilities. References. Call 260-5711892.

NEWLY REMODELED 2 bdrm house for rent 4 miles southwest of Wabash, references required, no pets, $650/mo. plus deposit. 765-432-0514.

NORTH MANCHESTER2 and 3 Bedroom apartments for rent, 260-9824861.

SMALL 2 BDRM house, 1 bath, w/d hook-up, stove & refrigerator, no pets, references required, $400/mo., $400 deposit, 945 Miles St. 260-569-1303. SMALL OLDER country home, 2250 E (Dora Rd.), suitable for 1-2 people, nice quiet setting, 1-2 BR, 1 BA, garage, low utilities, no water or sewer bill, $475 mo. + dep. & references required, NO SMOKING, NO LARGE DOGS, 260-568-0942. SPACIOUS 2-3 BR RANCH HOME in the country, Northfield schools, appliances furnished, c/a, front & back porch, 2 1/2 car garage, paved driveway, nice location. $700/mo., $700/dep. 260563-6411.

OPEN HOUSE, November 13th from 1-6pm, 86 Sherman St. Wabash, IN 1508 sq ft, 3 bedroom, 1 bath, Updated, Move in ready. $74,500, 86shermanst@gmail.com or 574269-5341. TWO LOTS, new 5” well, , trailer needs some work, 10 N. Vacation Way, North Manchester, Sandy Beach area - $14,000. THREE LOTS, 8 N. Vacation Way - $14,000. ALL FIVE LOTS - $20,000. 765-620-8216.

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GIGANTIC 2 RING PUBLIC AUCTION Saturday, November 5th, 2016 @ 10:00 a.m. (Indianapolis Time) Location: 4194 W. 500 S., Peru, Indiana PARKING WILL BE OFF-ROAD IN PASTURE. PLEASE NO PARKING ON 500 SOUTH! Watch for Winegardner Auction signs. Real Estate Country Home situated on 9.89 acres with 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Dining Room, Living Room, Family Room, and 2 car attached garage. 3 acre Pond and 3 acre Pasture. 37X56 Pole barn with attached 20X56 Lean-to. Maconaquah Schools.

Real Estate 2 BR 2 BA HOUSE in North Manchester, open concept, $55,000. Call 260-823-1035.

Vehicles 2000 Chevrolet 3500 Express Cargo van (152K)

3 LOTS FOR SALE AT SANDY BEACH, $12,000 obo OR $500 down to rent to own w/ $200/mo for 5 years. 765-620-8216..

Tractors - Shop - Farm Oliver Super 77 (restored), IH 460 Utility w/loader (nice), IH B (nice), IH H (needs restored); IH 12’ Disc; heavy duty trailer with 3 fold down ramps; Lincoln stick welder; Torch with tanks & cart; Pressure washer; Air compressor; air transfer tank; bench grinder; vise; drill press; wood hand jointer; sander; saws; hole saw; funnels; ladders; hand tools; shop tools; metal storage bins; metal cabinets; work benches; car ramps; tool boxes; metal shelves; shop vac; gas cans; oil cans; wood crates; plastic milk crates; shop supplies; chicken feeders, waterers; egg weights, grader, incubator; fuel tank on stand; t-post; cattle panels; gates; 2 chicken sheds; storage building; lean-to; pigeon shed; cages.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS: • Minimum 5 years General Manufacturing Maintenance Experience • Experience with 480V 3-Phase Electrical, Conduit Bending, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, CNC machines, Facility and Grounds Maintenance, etc. • Mechanical aptitude ability • Solid work history with great attendance • Excellent communications skills and be team oriented Lawn - Garden - Boat - Golf Cart Toro Z Master 255 zero turn with 62”cut (nice); Wheel Horse 520 Hydro; Wheel Horse 417-A; EZ-GO Golf Cart (elect); Sylvan pontoon with 20hp Mariner; 14’ fishing boat; boat trailer; push mower; yard cart; elect. Yard sprayer; garden hoses; garden tools; yard tools; plant stand; landscape blocks; bird feeders; mounted snow blower; front tine tillers; concrete blocks; weed eater.

We offer competitive wages, benefits, and 401k. Please apply in person (No phone calls please) or send resume’ or job history to: HUNTINGTON SHEET METAL, INC. ATTN: Human Resources 1675 Riverfork Drive East, PO Box 151, Huntington, IN 46750 EMAIL: HR@HSMetal.com 35748

Household - Glassware - Office - Miscellaneous Table w/6 chairs; washer & elect. Dryer; upright freezer; Corelle dinnerware; blender; waffle maker; George Foreman grill; cutting boards; coffee maker; desk; office chairs; chairs; lamps; lighting fixtures; televisions with remote; pots; pans; baking dishes; bake ware; sofa; recliners; gumball machines & parts; Kenmore gas grill; sewing machine; sewing items.

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Owners: Phil & the late Loretta Phillips Philip & Loretta Phillips Family, LLC. Note Way too much to list. Real Estate/Vehicle will sell at Noon. Check out pictures online. Auctionzip.com Auctioneer ID 27041 Terms: Cash or check. Credit/Debit cards accepted with 5% convenience fee. ID required for registration. Real Estate Terms: 5% nonrefundable earnest money down the day of the auction with balance due at closing. Taxes: Prorated to date of closing. Possession: At closing. Note: Property sold “as is” subject to seller confirmation. Inspect the property, arrange financing if necessary, attend the auction and bid your price. All purchases are “AS IS – WHERE IS” with no warranties either expressed or implied. Winegardner Auctions, Inc. does not assume any responsibility or liability for accidents, or items after SOLD. Statements made at auction take precedence over printed or digital material. Restroom and concessions are available.

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The Wabash County Historical Museum will host its second annual Holiday Mingle, Jingle and Shop event on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. The museum will host local vendors and merchants from in and around Wabash and surrounding counties who will be showcasing their merchandise and products throughout both floors of the building. Once again this year, the event is free for all attendees. The event

will include food, coffee, wine and seasonal drinks, handmade gifts, music, clothing, sweet treats, vintage items, décor, beauty and health products just to name a few. “I am looking forward to this event,” Museum Associate Director Shelby McLaughlin said. “My hope is that the guests that come have the opportunity to cross things off their Christmas list. Holiday Mingle, Jingle & Shop’s purpose is to highlight the artisans and small business owners in our

community, creating a place to showcase their products. Our goal is to allow women to enjoy themselves, shop, drink a glass of wine and just have some fun.” For a complete list of vendors and the most up to date information, visit the Museum’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/wa bashmuseum and follow the event page. The Wabash County Historical Museum is located at 36 E Market Street in downtown Wabash.

Manchester University offers Preview Day on Nov. 19 From the MU News Bureau NORTH MANCHESTER – Manchester University will host a preview day from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.. It is open to students of all ages and their families to spend some time on the North Manchester campus and talk about their interests and goals with Manchester faculty,

staff and students, and discover whether Manchester is the fit for their academic future. Students are encouraged to sign up for the event. There is no cost to register. The visit includes: — Information fair — Academic sessions — Campus tour — Financial aid session — Complimentary

lunch — Panel with current students — Meeting coaches — Meeting admissions staff To register: http://to gether.manchester.edu/manchest e r - p r e v i e w day/inquiryform You can also register or request more information by calling 800-8523648 or e-mailing visit@manchester.edu.