The Paper of Wabash County March 8, 2023, Issue

5-generation farm family to be honored

By Joseph Slacian

For more than 100 years, the Bechtold family has been farming land near North Manchester.

“The farm was started in 1918 by my greatgrandfather, Ray,” said Bret Bechtold, the fourth generation of the family to be involved with the venture. “His son Duane took over when he was 19 after Ray passed away at a young age.

“My dad, Bob, joined him in 1960. I was fortunate enough to get to work with both of them after graduating high school for several years.”

Today, Bret Bechtold and his wife, Michelle, are joined by their two sons, Austin and Trent, who make the fifth generation to farm the homestead.

For the efforts and longevity in the agriculture community, the Bechtold family was named the 2022 Wabash County Farm Family of the Year. The family will be honored March 8 during Grow Wabash County’s annual Salute to Agriculture Dinner.

The dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Heartland REMC Community Room.

“We mainly raise corn and soybeans, a little wheat and a little alfalfa,” Bret said. “We also raise some cattle and raise some sheep.”

He said he always dreamed of having his sons join the operation, and is glad that they decided to do so.

“I’m glad we can hopefully keep sustaining it and keep it going,” Bret said. “It’s an honor to get to work with everybody. Your grandpa, your dad and now your sons.

“As far as bringing the next generation in,

everybody grew up working on the farm, and kind of grew into their roles, especially as the older generation slowed down.”

Austin said he always wanted to work on the farm.

“There was never any question that this is where I wanted to end up some day,” he said. “Growing up, you got to work with grandpa and great-grandpa quite a bit. You got to sit in the shop, ride a combine or a tractor.”

Trent said when he was younger, he enjoyed watching his father and grandfather work together on the farm.

Each one of the Bechtolds have their specific duties.

“Austin enjoys the crops and the precision side of things,” Bret said. “Trent’s always enjoyed the livestock more. We all work together, depending on what needs done that day.”

Trent said his interest in taking care of the animals grew from his involvement with 4-H and FFA while growing up.

As far as the final say in case of disagreements, Bret said with a laugh, “It depends on who you ask, I suppose.”

On a serious note, he continued, “(The boys) will tell you I’ll try to get them to agree, but I’ll probably have the final say.”

Austin agreed.

“He makes the final decision,” he said. “If we’re trying to settle what we’re doing today –selling grain, crop inputs, buying equipment –we usually try to talk together and reach a decision together.”

As far as transitioning to the next generation, Bret said he is trying to give the boys more responsibilities and allow them to make more decisions.

The family tries to use conservation methods whenever possible.

“We use terraces, we use waterways where we think we need them to help prevent soil erosion,” Austin said. “We have some farms that are strictly no-till anymore. At a couple of those, we use cover crops to help increase soil health. That’s something we’re looking at getting on a few more farms in the future.

“We’re pretty much minimal till. We’re on more vertical till tools instead of going toward the field cultivators like we use to.”

The family also tries to be good neighbors.

“We’re fortunate to have good neighbors that we can work together with,” Bret said. “The Pedens – Jim and Jake – do a lot of trucking, and really help out in the fall keeping our grain moving.

“The Huffords, we work with on the alfalfa side. They help a lot in the fall, whether it’s sewing wheat, driving truck or running the grain truck. Joe Carroll, we work with also. We plant and haul his corn and soybeans.”

All agreed that being named Farm Family of the Year was a great honor.

“I think it’s really neat and quite an honor,” Bret said.

Austin added, “I’m sure grandpa and greatgrandpa would agree.”

The Bechtolds — Trent, Michelle, Bret and Austin. Photo by Eric Christiansen

Tourism spending increased by $9M in Wabash County

Visit Wabash County announces the results from the Economic Contribution of Tourism in Wabash County report, which boasts an increase of over $9 million in visitor spending from the previous data-collection year.

The key metrics and economic impact assessment was conducted by Rockport Analytics via a co-op program organized by the Indiana Destination Development Corporation. Wabash County was among 17 other counties to utilize the program.

“Tourism continues to be a large economic driver in Wabash County,” said Nate Fansher, senior vice president at Crossroads Bank and 2023 Board President for Visit Wabash County, “Having quantifiable results of Visit Wabash County’s efforts reiterates how much impact tourism has on the economic health

Honors Band & Choir to perform on Friday

The Wabash Valley Music Association’s (WVMA) Honors Band & Choir will mark its 49th year with its performance on Friday, March 10, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center.

and vitality of our county.”

The economic importance of tourist spending in a community extends well beyond core hospitality and transportation sectors.

Tourism Economics offers a solution to the efforts of destination marketing organizations, such as Visit Wabash County, and to industry associations that marries rigorous methodology and compelling communication to raise the profile of tourism as an economic engine.

The report concluded the following 2021 Wabash County Tourism Highlights: Spending by Visitors to Wabash County totaled $65.1 million in 2021, an increase of $9.3 million over the previous year and $6.1 million over 2019.

Visitors spent $6 million on lodging, $17.4 million on food & beverages, $19 million on retail, $8.1 million

on entertainment and recreation, and $14.7 million on transportation.

The economic impact of these expenditures totaled $65.1 million.

Of every tourism dollar spent in Wabash County in 2021, $.44 ‘stayed’ local totaling a retention of $28.4 million.

Visitor Spending in Wabash County supported 958 jobs and $16.4 million in labor income.

Tourism is the 5th largest industry (4th not including Government) in Wabash County (by jobs).

Tourism-Initiated Tax Revenue generated $3.3 million in Federal tax collections, $6.1 million in State & local taxes including $3.4 million in sales taxes and $2.5 million in property taxes supporting the local tax base.

If Wabash County tourism did not exist, each of the 12,538 households in the county would have to pay an additional $490

per year in taxes to maintain current state & local tax levels.

Approximately 7.5 percent of all jobs in Wabash County are supported by tourism to the region. In addition to the hotel and restaurant industry, tourism directly supports jobs in retail trade, transportation, and the arts.

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Admission is free and open to the public; no ticket is required. A reception with refreshments will take place following the event. This concert is sponsored in part by the Howard M. Garver Wabash Valley Music Association Endowment and the Larry and Anne (Garver) Curless Endowment for Honors Band & Choir.

The Honors Band & Choir Concert uplifts the musical and artistic talent of high school students in Wabash

County. The most talented high school musicians and vocalists are brought together every spring to present a public concert. Students from Northfield, Southwood, Wabash, and Manchester High Schools spend weeks rehearsing for the performance that showcases the tremendous amount of young talent in the area. This concert allows students who have excelled in music education to work

and perform with professional guest conductors and directors. The experience broadens the students’ experience and allows them to see how different music leaders work and convey their expectations. The WVMA provides artistic exposure and enrichment to area students through this program. Band students will be conducted by Dr. Daniel Tembras. Cont. on Pg. 5.

Visit Wabash County hosted a night of bluegrass music last summer at the Rustic Barn at Hopewell. Photo provided

DR. DANIEL TEMBRAS

DR. MADLEN BATCHVAROVA

City Schools teacher receives Lilly grant

Downtown Wabash marks 1st anniversary of rebranding

By Amanda Redman aredman@thepaperofwabash.com

Downtown Wabash, Inc. presented “Hello! My name is Downtown Wabash, Inc.!” at the Honeywell House Feb. 28.

“Tonight we’re going to find out what’s going on downtown,” said Susan Jones, Honeywell House hostess,, as she introduced Andrea Zwiebel, Downtown Wabash Inc., executive director.

The program, in celebration of Downtown Wabash, Inc.’s one-year rebranding anniversary, highlighted accomplishments by the nonprofit org anization.

“We’ve spent a year now as Downtown Wabash, Inc.,” Zwiebel said. “There’s a new office, a new team and a new name.

We love having a storefront presence again. We’re loving our new office space at Wabash Landing,”

The office at 189 S. Wabash Street serves as the hub for First Friday, the Farmers Market and downtown development.

Zwiebel works alongside Morgan Ellis, PR &

Marketing Manager, and Carly Hawkins, part-time Downtown Coordinator.

Ellis presented the new website, which is welldesigned it won the Non-Profit Standard of Excellence Award in the Web Marketing Association’s 2022 WebAwards Competition, Ellis said.

Downtown Wabash, Inc. was formerly known as Wabash Marketplace, Inc., which celebrated 40 years of existence in 2021.

In 2022, the board decided it was time for a new name due partially to confusion with other organizations who had recently adopted the word “marketplace,” especially the recent rise of Facebook Marketplace.

“No one knew what Wabash Marketplace was,” Ellis said. “We had people trying to sell their rabbits in our building because they thought we were Facebook Marketplace.”

There was additional confusion with similar organizations such as Grow Wabash County and Visit

Wabash County so a name that better represents what the organization does was important, Zwiebel said.

The focus of Downtown Wabash, Inc. is on downtown development and being a “place maker,” Zwiebel said.

“Why is our organization important and why do we need a vibrant downtown?” Zwiebel asked.

““Downtowns are important because they provide a quality of place. People want place and we need people.”

“Quality of place” is so important to reversing population decline, it is part of Imagine One85, the county-wide comprehensive plan, Indiana’s READI program, and even has been written about nationally in the Wall Street Journal, Zwiebel said.

Since the year

2000, more than $73 million has been invested in downtown Wabash and continued growth is necessary, Zwiebel said.

Recent developments include new businesses, building restorations and new facades.

“Our vision as a downtown district is having a vibrant and beautiful downtown,” Zwiebel said. “We want there to be something happening all the time in downtown Wabash.”

For more information about Downtown Wabash Inc., see the awardwinning website at downtownwabash.o rg

Wabash City Schools is excited to announce that Kristi Clark, kindergarten teacher at L. H. Carpenter Early Learning Center, has been awarded a 2023 Lilly Teacher Creativity Fellowship grant. This honor was announced by Lilly Endowment, Inc.

on Feb. 24.. (https://lillyendowment.org/news/lill y-endowment-honors-indiana-educators-with-teachercreativity-fellowships/)

The Lilly Teacher Creativity Fellowship grant is focused on renewal, reflection and nurturing growth personally and profes-

sionally. As an educator for 29 years, Mrs. Clark has had the joy of working with over 600 students, teaching them the skills they need academically. There is much more than just academics. Teachers take on not only the joys, but also the sorrows of each Cont. on Pg. 4.

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IDEM officials discuss environmental concerns with residents of Peru

By Amanda Redman aredman@thepaperofwabash.com

PERU – State Rep.

Ethan Manning and Indiana

Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) held a public information session about contamination from the Square D/Schneider Electric site Thursday at City Hall.

Schneider Electric acquired the Square D property at 252 Tippecanoe St. in 1991. The factory was shuttered in 2020.

Property owners southeast of the site learned trichloroethylene (TCE) has leached from the site through groundwater when they received letters from IDEM earlier this year.

Schneider Electric has entered into the

Grantstudent. During the 2021-2022 school year, Mrs. Clark experienced the biggest heartache of her career, the loss of one of her kindergarten students. Navigating through the grief was tough, but navigating 21 kindergarten friends through it as well was the hardest thing she has ever experienced as a teacher. This grant was a way for Mrs. Clark to immerse herself in nature to find healing and renewal

Mrs. Clark will embark on a 25-day quest from Alaska, moving through the Canadian Rockies, and culminating in

Voluntary Remediation Program (VRP) with IDEM, the letters stated. Further testing would be needed to determine if TCE vapor is intruding into homes.

Manning, who represents the 23rd District, opened the meeting by asking everyone in the packed council chamber to be respectful.

“There’s no one in this room tonight who has done anything wrong,” Manning said. “No one caused this problem. It started a hundred years ago. Now we’re dealing with it. That’s why we’re all here.”

Bill Holland, IDEM VRP section chief, re-enforced Manning’s comment, explaining TCE, a chlorinated solvent, was commonly used to clean and degrease metal in the 1950s, 60s and 70s.

For reference,

IDEM was not established until 1986, and many chemicals were not regulated until the 1980s, Holland said.

“Now the use of these chemicals are regulated,” Holland said.

IDEM is currently working to delineate the plume, to determine its parameters, and will have a proposed remedy by 2024, Holland said.

“We understand the plume is under neighboring properties,”Holland said.

Remedies for affected homes would involve placement of a barrier under the home to prevent vapor intrusion. Remediation for groundwater contamination may involve soil vapor extraction which pulls vapor from the ground and filters it with carbon so it can be safely released.

The public will be informed before

a proposed remedy is accepted and property owners will have right to comment or appeal, Holland said.

Kevin Davis, VRP branch chief, urged homeowners who had not yet agreed to testing to do so.

“We always encourage participation,” Davis said.

“Uncertainty isn’t good for anyone. Information is good. That’s why we are here.”

Several neighboring property owners expressed concern about health

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the mind, offers serenity, heightens creativity, facilitates adventure, and eases grief.

When immersed in

nature, it is impossible not to be awestruck by the natural world’s size, magnificence,

issues but Davis said IDEM only could only address the environmental issue and clean-up.

“We are not doctors and we not health professionals,” Davis said.

Davis referred

those with health concerns to seek medical advice and/or information through the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) or National Institute of Health (NIH.)

According to

IDEM fact sheet, TCE is “likely carcinogenic to humans. Breathing and/or drinking high levels of TCE can cause health effects other than cancer.”

Yellowstone and Arches National Parks seeing nature and experiences that she has never encountered before. Nature therapy, also called ecotherapy, is the practice of being in nature to boost growth and healing, especially mental health. Being in nature reduces stress, revitalizes

KRISTI CLARK

Kevin Davis, Indiana Department of Environmental Management Voluntary Remediation Program branch chief, (left,) Chelsea Day, VRP project manager, and Bill Holland, VRP section chief, answer questions about clean-up efforts around Square D/ Schneider Electric at a meeting Thursday night.

Photo by Amanda Redman

Tourism

tourism is the 5th largest industry in Wabash County (by jobs),” said Christine Flohr, executive director of tourism for Visit Wabash County. “It is important for key decision-makers and residents to understand the significant impact that tourism has and how it directly affects the quality of place and growth of Wabash County. We report these findings annually in addition to our Year in Review Report as a way to ensure that the public is aware

of the critical work that the team at Visit Wabash County is executing successfully.”

Contributing to public education, the state & local tax revenue collected from tourism in Wabash County is sufficient to fund 482 Indiana public school students and roughly 115 Indiana public school teachers. Approximately 7 percent of all people working in Wabash County are supported by visitors to the county, according to the report.

The organization is governed by President Nate Fansher (Senior Vice President at Crossroads Bank), Vice President Jan Roland (Community Volunteer), Secretary Jeremy Markham (Athletic Director for Huntington Community Schools), Treasurer Howard Kaler (General Manager for the Charley Creek Inn), Past President Adam Stakeman (Industrial Sales Manager for J.M.

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WPD officer sworn in

Jasper K. Donaldson was sworn in as Wabash Police Department’s newest officer when the Wabash City Council met on Feb. 27.

Officer

Donaldson was born and raised in Wabash County. He is a 2019 Northfield High School graduate.

Officer

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Reynolds Oil Company), Brittany Rager (Marketing & Special Event Director for Brandt’s HarleyDavidson), Jennifer Bailey (owner of Salamonie Bridal Stalls and The Sanctuary), Beverly Vanderpool (Community Volunteer), and Beth Gillespie (Lagro Canal Foundation).

Office staff includes Christine

Flohr, executive director of tourism, Biz Bishop, content manager, Jennifer Long-Dillon, tourism manager, Thomas Cavins, creative lead, Stephanie Rogers, visitor experiences manager, Hayley Renbarger, marketing strategist, Stacy Clegg, visitor experiences coordinator, and Karigan Long, visitor experiences intern.

Donaldson previously worked at the Miami County Jail. He has already completed his preliminary 40-hour pre-basic training to start patrol with another officer. He is scheduled to attend the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy later this year.

Officer

Donaldson currently resides in

Wabash County with his wife, Leigha.

In another matter, the Council approved an amended salary ordinance for 2023. The move was needed to allow moving a part-time clerk to a full-time position. It was approved 6-0 on two readings.

Tembras is the Director of Instrumental Studies at the Purdue University School of Music in Fort Wayne.

His duties include conducting the Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, teaching conducting and music education courses, and coordinating the woodwind, brass, and percussion areas. He holds a DMA degree in Wind Conducting from The University of Texas at Austin.

Previously, he served as the Assistant to the Director of Bands at The University of Texas at Austin, Director of the Longhorn Jazz Band and Combo,

Concertand Assistant Director of the Longhorn Basketball and Volleyball Bands.

He received his Master of Music in Wind Conducting from Michigan State University.

Choral students will perform under the direction of Dr. Madlen Batchvarova.

Batchvarova is the Professor of Music and Director of Choral Programs at Hanover College.

Her duties include conducting the choral ensembles and teaching conducting, music history, voice, and piano. She is a conductor, clinician, music educator, pianist, singer, and Grammy award recipient, with

experience in both classical and world music repertoire. A native of Bulgaria, Batchvarova has performed and recorded under the baton of Maestro Robert Shaw and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus.

In celebration of the Honors Band & Choir 50th Anniversary taking place in 2024, Honeywell Arts & Entertainment is collecting information, stories, and memories from alumni, including students, directors, coordinators, accompanists, and school administrators.

Please visit honeywellarts.org/honors-survey to learn more.

Mayor Scott Long (right) gives the oath of office to Wabash Police officer Jasper Donaldson. Photo provided

Zay to seek U.S. House seat

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

State Sen. Andy Zay returned to his home town of Huntington on Thursday, March 2, to officially kick off his campaign for Indiana’s 3rd Congressional District Seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Surrounded by family and friends, Zay, a Republican, made the announcement at Nick’s Kitchen in the downtown business district.

He said he chose Nick’s Kitchen because “the community gathers here … to solve Main Street’s issues, not only here in Huntington, but throughout the country.”

The 3rd District seat is now held by Republican Jim Banks. Banks announced earlier that he won’t seek re-election in 2024, opting instead to seek the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Mike Braun. Braun is running for governor.

“Gas prices are up,” Zay said. “Food prices are up. The cost of healthcare is up. Inflation is running rapid. It’s time for us to push back.

“Main Street America has been under assault for the last year and a half, two years. It’s time to push back. We need to take Hoosier values to D.C. and put D.C. values back out east.

“The first step of a long journey begins today, to

take back Main Street values and fight for Indiana and fight for the Third District.”

In a press release issued to coincide with his announcement, Zay said, “Congress is broken. Washington D.C. politicians have left Main Street behind while saddling future generations with more debt, less opportunities, and misplaced priorities. It’s time we chart a different course. In Congress, I will work to cut taxes on working families, spur job creation, and create opportunities for the next generation while defending our Hoosier values of family, faith, life, and the United States Constitution.”

He also took a shot at the current administration, saying, “The Biden administration has failed. Record inflation and a floundering economy have pushed an agenda that puts left-wing interest groups ahead of everyday Americans. In Congress, I will defend our values and put Hoosiers first.”

Zay has served in the Indiana Senate since 2016, replacing Banks who left the Indiana Senate to begin serving in the U.S. House of Represenatives.

A Huntington native, Zay and his wife, Cindy, have been married for 28 years and have five children and two grandchildren. He is a small business owner and an active member of Peter and Paul

Catholic Church.

The 3rd Congressional District consists of all of Huntington, Adams, Allen,

Blackford, DeKalb, Lagrange, Noble, Steuben, Wells and Whitley counties, as well as northern Jay and northeast

Kosciusko counties.

He represents Wabash County in the Indiana House of Representatives.

Andy Zay chats with a supporter.

Photo by Joseph Slacian

Betty Stowe, 79

Enjoyed cooking & canning

Feb. 18, 1944 – March 5, 2023

Betty Jean Stowe, 79, of Wabash, died at 5:00 am, Sunday, March 5, 2023, at her home. She was born on Feb. 18, 1944, in Biloxi, Miss., to Edward Walker and Gladys (Ice) Lavely.

Betty married James L. Stowe in Wabash on Oct. 5, 1968; he died Nov. 18, 1996. She worked at General Tire, Walmart, and First National Bank, all in Wabash. Betty was a member of the St. Bernard Catholic Church and the Wabash American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, working in her yard, cooking, canning, playing cards, and especially spending time with her family.

She is survived by four children, Michael (Vicki)

Shircliff of Carmel, Sheila Rossmann of Kokomo, Leila (Mike) Brandt of Roann, and Mark (Deidre) Shircliff of Carmel; nine grandchildren, Branden (Jessica Sparks) Gray of Roann, Danielle (Ernie) Thayer of Ashville, N.C., Brook (Casey) McLain of Roann, Heather (Connor) McCulley of McCordsville, Shelby (Josh) Kessler of Greenfield, Megan Fry of South Korea, Korey (Grace) Shircliff of Carmel, Alex Shircliff of Carmel, and Courtney (Clayton) Childers of Minnesota; 10 great-grandchildren; and her sister, Nancy Walker of New Albany.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, brother, James Walker, and sister, Rose Connley.

Funeral services will be 3 p.m., Thursday, March 9, 2023, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Father Jay Horning officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 1-3 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials are St. Bernard Catholic Church or St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital.

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

Norma Fingerle, 69 Worked at Heckman Bindery

Oct. 22, 1953 – March 1, 2023

Norma Jean Fingerle, 69, daughter of Chester and Helen (Frantz) Fingerle, was born on Oct. 22, 1953 and died March 1, 2023.

Visitation and services were March 5, at the Old German Baptist Brethren Church, North Manchester.

Mary Halverson, 90 Retired from Wabash Electric

Sept. 5, 1932 – Feb. 28, 2023

Mary C. Halverson, 90, of Wabash, died at 6:05 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at Wellbrooke of Wabash.

She was born on Sept. 5, 1932, in Faribault, Minn., to John and Grace (Hagerty) Mahoney.

Mary was a 1950 graduate of Mechanic Arts High School in St. Paul, Minn.. She married Warren Halverson in St. Paul, on June 30, 1956; he died Dec. 4, 1986. She worked at Wabash Electric, retiring after 20 years. Mary was a member of the Wabash American Legion Auxiliary.

She is survived by two sons, Jamie Halverson of Wabash, and John Halverson of Fort Wayne; several grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and several greatgreat-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, four sons, William Halverson, David Halverson, Paul Halverson, and Gary Halverson; two daughters, Laurie Bailey and Colleen Mitting; two brothers, six sisters.

Per Mary’s request there will be no services. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

The preferred memorial is the Wabash American Legion Auxiliary.

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

Jack Davidson, 76 Taught at Heartland Career Center

Feb. 14, 1947 – March 3, 2023

Jack D. Davidson, 76, of rural Lagro, Indiana, died at 9:44 am, Friday, March 3, 2023, at his daughter’s home in Peru, Indiana. He was born on February 14, 1947, in New Castle, Indiana, to Alfred and Mary (Pugh) Davidson.

Jack was a 1965 graduate of Mt. Summit High School, in Mt. Summit, Indiana, received his bachelors degree from Ball State University, and his master’s degree in Education from Indiana State University. He married Louise (Murray) Copeland in Wabash on Sept. 4, 1983; she died May 15, 2009. Jack was an Industrial Arts teacher, beginning his career in Maxwell. He also taught at the Heartland Career Center in Wabash, and finished his teaching career at Kokomo High School. He also was the curriculum supervisor and taught ABATE motorcycle classes several years and also was a reserve deputy for the Wabash County Sheriff Department. After his retirement, Jack worked at Science Central in Fort Wayne. He was a member of the Lagro United Methodist Church, and the Masonic Lodge.

He is survived by six children, Jana K. Futrell of Peru, Andy (Krysha) Davidson and James (Priscilla) Davidson, both of Muncie, Sharon (Rod) Hanes of Peru, Veva (Tom) Torres and Patricia Copeland, both of Wabash; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his sister, Karen Logan of New Castle.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Ronald and Terry Davidson, and two children Kenneth David Copeland and Kathy Miller.

Funeral services will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with Pastor Andrea Lantz officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 3-7:30 pm Tuesday, at the funeral home. There will be a Masonic service at 7:30 pm Tuesday.

Preferred memorial is American Cancer Society. The memorial guest book for Jack may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Robert Connell, 73 Was a retired teacher

Nov. 20, 1949 – Feb. 16, 2023

Robert M. Connell, 73, of Wabash, died at 3:29 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, at his home. He was born on Nov. 20, 1949, in Akron, Ohio, to Balfour Y. and Sarah (Renaker) Connell.

Robert and his family moved to Wabash in 1958. He was a Wabash High School graduate and received his law degree from Indiana University. Robert was a retired teacher. He moved back to Wabash from La Puente, Calif. in 2004.

He is survived by his brother, Walter Connell of Redondo Beach, Calif.; two nieces, April Connell of West Covina, Calif., and Michelle Montgomery of Pomona, Calif.; great nieces and great nephews, Karly Hoffman, Haylee Anders, Lily Montgomery, Jody Anders, and Noah Montgomery; and his sister-in-law Sonja Connell.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, George Connell. There will be a graveside service at Falls Cemetery, with the Rev. Nathan Whybrew officiating at a later date. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

Preferred memorial is the Woman’s Clubhouse.

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

Russell Frantz Jr., 93 Enjoyed IU athletics

Sept. 5, 1929 – March 5, 2023

Russell Frantz Jr., 93, Winona Lake, died March 5, 2023.

Visitation 4-7 p.m. March 10, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Services 10 a.m. March 11, at Packerton United Methodist Church, Claypool; calling at 9 a.m.

Jon D. McDonald Licensed Funeral Director

Logan A. McDonald Licensed Funeral Director

Wabash County Sheriff’s Department Accidents

A vehicle driven by Levi J. Dyson, 36, LaFontaine, struck a deer at 6:57 a.m. March 1, on County Road 900 S, east of CR 390E. Damage was estimated at between $2,501 and $5,000.

A vehicle driven by Kennedy J. Brackett, 23, Wabash, struck a deer at 5:45 a.m. March 1 on Old State Road 15, south of SR 124. Damage was estimated at between $1,001 and $2,500.

A vehicle driven by Pamela S. Kratzer, 61, Marion, struck a deer at 8:04 a.m. Feb. 27, on State Road 124. Damage was estimated at between $1,001 and $2,500.

Vehicles driven by Billy E. Hawkins III, 29, Wabash, and Madison M. Hartenstein, 22, Uniontown, Ohio, collided at 8:39 a.m. Feb. 24 at the intersection of U.S. 24 and CR 200W.

Damage was estimated at $25,001 to $50,000.

A vehicle driven by Liberty T. Tabor, 20, Huntington, went into a ditch on CR 900 N, west of CR 600 E.

Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000.

A vehicle driven by Steven A. Goodpaster, 35, Lagro, struck a deer on Baumbauer Road, west of CR 75 E. Damage was estimated at $1,001 and $2,500.

Vehicles driven by Spencer N. Brown, 35, Wabasdh, and Timothy L. Lake, 60, Fort Wayne, collided at the intersection of U.S. 24 and CR 200 W. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000.

Darren G. Forrester, 31, Lagro, and Garrett T. Pape, 24, Andrews, collided on Davis Street and

WEEKLY REPORTS

Mile Marker 524 at 12:27 p.m. Feb. 26. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000.

Arrests

Richard Lee Montague, 52, Roann, was charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia on Feb. 24.

Trevor S. Draper, 31, Peru, was charged with two counts of dealing in methamphetamine, at least five grams and less than 10 grams on Feb. 24.

Justin Alan Snyder, 31, Urbana, was charged with criminal trespass –knowingly interferes with possession or use of property; criminal trespass – knowingly interferes with possession or use of property; hunting wild animals without a license knowing or intentional violation; and leaving the scene of an accident on Feb. 24.

Danny Ray Cook, 42, Silver lake, was charged with auto theft on Feb. 24.

Jonathon Lee Carnes, 35, Silver Lake, was charged with possession of methamphetamine on Feb. 24.

Jennifer Mina Rainey, 48, Churubusco, was charged with operating while intoxicated on Feb. 25.

April Lynn Noland, 42, Wabash, was charged with possession of marijuana/hash oil/hashish or salvia on Feb. 25.

Barbie J. Butler, 53, Wabash, was charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana on Feb. 25.

Marquon Devon Jackson, 34, Marion, was charged with invasion of privacy on Feb. 25.

Jason R. Randel, 50, Wabash, was charged with oper-

ating while intoxicated on Feb. 26.

Michael Lee Pierson, 64, Wabash, was charged with two counts of operating a vehicle after forfeiture of license for life.

Darren Glen Forrester, 31, Lagro, was charged with operating while intoxicated.

Gerry Alan Goshert, 52, Wabash, was charged with domestic battery, possession of a legend drug and possession of paraphernalia on Feb. 26.

Michael Morgan, 40, North Mancheser, was charged with possession of methamphetamine, unlawful possession or use of a legend drug or precursor, two counts of possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia.

Evan Light, 29, Wabash, was charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated with prior (probation violation) on Feb. 28.

Graydon Jon Holmes, 21, Huntington, was charged with operating while intoxicated and operating a vehicle with a BAC of 0.08 or more on Feb. 28.

Graham Devon Dailey, 29, Wabash, was charged with driving while suspended and leaving the scene of a personal injury accident on Feb. 28.

Rictor Leroy Murgaw, 53, Swayzee, was

charged with possession of methamphetamine on Feb. 28.

Emily Dawn Pace, 26, Wabash, was charged with perjury and false informing on March 1.

James Edward Treckman, 61, Wabash, was charged with failure to appear –public intoxication, operating a vehicle while intoxicated endangering a person and operating a vehicle with an ACE of 0.15 or more.

Heather Fruitt, 31, Servia, was charged with possession of marijuana/hash oil/hashish or salvia on March 1.

Brian Edward Boyd, 42, Indianapolis, was charged with possession of marijuana/hash oil/hashish or salvia on March 2.

Billy Eugene Hawkins, 29, Wabash, was charged with domestic battery (prior) – probabation violation on March 2.

Christopher Ray Hall, 29, North

Manchester, was charged with possession of methamphetamine – probation violation – on March 2.

Land transfers

Samphosh Rowe and Samphosh Phat, warranty deed to Ethan Friedersdorf and Keeli Friedersdorf.

Ethan L. Friedersdorf, warranty deed to Isaac Callaway and Morgan Callaway.

Ryan Livingston and Jennifer Doherty Livingston, quit claim deed to Jennifer Doherty Livingston.

Robert J. Fairchild, warranty deed to Wabash Metal Products Inc.

Rubert Paul, warranty deed to Mark R. Tafoya.

Brandon J. Wilhite and Stacey E. Wilhite, warranty deed to State of Indiana.

Janet E. Jackson and Paul E. Jackson, warranty deed to SJC Holdings LLC.

Kondaur Capital Real Property LLC, quit claim deed to Integrity Solutions Realty.

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Donna Seibold, 93 Retired from General Tire

May 4, 1929 – March 3, 2023

Donna B. Seibold, 93, formerly of rural Roann, died at 12:15 p.m., Friday, March 3, 2023, at Timbercrest Health Care Center in North Manchester.

She was born on May 4, 1929, in Gilead, to Edward and Myrtle (Pontius) Siegfred. Donna married Frederick G. Seibold on March 20, 1948 in Laketon; he died May 2, 2005. She retired from General Tire in Wabash, and also was a farmer’s wife. Donna loved her dogs and cats. She also enjoyed painting her nails, playing cards, gardening, crossword puzzles, playing Bingo, and especially visiting with her grandchildren.

She is survived by two grandchildren, Aaron Seibold of Plymouth, and Kimberly Seibold of Wabash; five greatgrandchildren, Justin (Whitney Working) Scott of Fort Wayne, Kylie Seibold of Roann, Aubrey Norton of North Manchester, Camden Seibold and Kinley Seibold, both of Wabash; great-greatgrandson, Jaxtyn Scott of Fort Wayne; and two sisters, Joanne Rasmussen and Doris Walker, both of Peru.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Joseph E. “Sonny” Seibold and Frederick D. Seibold; brother, William “Bud” Siegfred, and her sister, Mary Shipman.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Dave Cox officiating. Burial will be in Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion. Friends may call 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Timbercrest Retirement Community. The memorial guest book for Donna may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Honeywell adds 6 shows to 2023 lineup

Honeywell Arts & Entertainment adds six shows to its 2023 lineup at the Honeywell Center and Eagles Theatre.

Tickets go on sale Friday, March 10 at 10 a.m. and will be available online at honeywellarts.org or by calling 5631102.

•Sweetwater

All Stars – Friday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Eagles Theatre

The Sweetwater

All Stars are Northeast Indiana’s premier eight-piece rhythm and blues band from Fort Wayne.

The Sweetwater

All Stars include Bob Bailey (vocals, guitar), Lisa McDavid (vocals), Andrew Glasmacher (vocals, drums), Rolin Mains (vocals, keyboards), Dave Martin (bass) and the All Stars Horns – Brett Kelsey (Trumpet), Marcus Farr (trombone), and Sweetwater founder, Chuck Surack on saxophone.

The group focuses on R&B songs from Motown, Stax, Chess, and Atlantic artists. Join the group at the Eagles Theatre for an evening of soul music and classic R&B.

This concert is sponsored by MPS Egg Farms.

Most seats are $15 and $20, with limited premium seating available for $25.

•Nitty Gritty

Dirt Band –

Wednesday, June 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band scored its first charting single in 1967, “Buy for Me the Rain,” and embarked on a self-propelled ride through folk, country, rock ‘n’ roll, pop, bluegrass, and the amalgam now known as “Americana,” producing timeless classics like “Fishin’ in the Dark,” “Mr. Bojangles,” and “Will the Circle Be Unbroken.”

Most seats are $29 and $49, with limited premium seating available for $75.

•Air Supply –Saturday, July 29 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center

With a career spanning over four decades, Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock met in 1975.

They became instant friends with their shared love for The Beatles and, of course, singing.

In 1980, “Lost in Love” became the fastest-selling single in the world, leaping to the top of all the charts, and was named Song of the Year.

The albums “Lost in Love,” “The One That You Love,” “Now & Forever,” and “The Greatest Hits” have sold more than 20 million copies.

The trademark sound of Hitchcock’s soaring tenor voice and Russell’s simple yet

majestic songs created a unique sound that would forever be known as Air Supply.

Most seats are $45 and $65, with limited premium seating available for $105, $125, and $145.

•Cooper Alan –Friday, Aug. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center Up-and-coming country star Cooper Alan has independently built a fanbase of over 10 million followers and has earned over 200 million streams on his music.

His hit singles include “New Normal,” “Tough Ones,” and “Can’t Dance.”

Alan has converted his social media audience into highenergy live shows, selling out venues nationwide.

Due to his success in streaming and live touring, he was named the “Next Big Thing” artist by Music Row Magazine. Most seats are $19 and $29, with limited premium seating available for $55.

• Whose Live Anyway? –

Thursday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center

Whose Live Anyway? is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song, all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray will leave you gasping with the very witty

scenes they invent before your eyes.

Audience participation is key to the show, so bring your suggestions, and you might be asked to join the cast onstage.

Whose Live Anyway? showcases some of the improv games made famous on the long-running TV show as well as some exciting new ones featuring musical direction by Bob Derkach.

All ages are welcome, but please note that some PG13 language will be used during the performance.

Most seats are $35, $50, and $65, with limited premium seating available for $79 and $99.

•The Oak Ridge Boys: Down Home Christmas 2023 –Friday, Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center

The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of country hits and the No.1 pop smash, “Elvira,” earning

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Tabitha Welch and Nathan Welch, quit claim deed to Nathan Ryan Welch and Tabitha R. Welch.

Gregory J.

Janiszyn and Nancy A. Janiszyn, warranty deed to Paul J. Hayden. Eric Lucas Coffey, quit claim deed to Eric Lucas Coffey and Amy Lynn Coffey. Jerry Honeycutt

them Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards and gathering a host of other industry and fan accolades.

The Oaks will bring four decades of charted singles, 50 years of tradition, and Christmas favorites to the stage show widely acknowledged as among the most exciting.

Most seats are

WEEKLY REPORTS

and Ruth M. Honeycutt, warranty deed to Kevin G. Crull and Tammy W.Crull.

Donald J. Bever and Donald J. Bever Revocable Trust, trust deed to Katherine Ann

Shubert.

Jennifer L. Deeter Giddens, warranty deed to BND Five LLC.

Marriage Licenses

The Wabash County Clerks

Office issued the following marriage licenses from Feb. 21-28, 2023: Juan Carlos Rosales, Wabash, and Brittany Nicole Osborne, Wabash. Angela Jane Walker, Roann, and

$40, $55, and $65, with limited premium seating available for $80.

Box Suites are available for select Honeywell Center performances and offer balcony-level seating for up to six guests. Private catering is available.

To learn more, visit honeywellarts.org/suites or call the

Timothy Alan Middledauff, Amboy.

Building Permits

The Wabash County Plan Commission issued the following build-

Honeywell Box Office at 563 - 1102.

As a nonprofit public charity, Honeywell Arts & Entertainment offers pre-sale access to supporters who donate $250 or more annually.

Monthly giving plans are available. For a full list of benefits or to donate, please call 563 - 1102 or visit honeywellarts.org/

ing permits from Feb. 26-March 4, 2023: Peter Sink, sign. Michael Wendt,

pergola roof. Coco Jo’s, inground pool. Greg Montel, grain bin.

NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND

GRAHAM RUSSELL & RUSSELL HITCHCOCK OF AIR SUPPLY.

532

N. CASS ST., WABASH, IN 46992

260-563-7478

Jacob Terrell 260-571-5297

www.terrellrealtygroup.com

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

(Formerly Wabash True Value)

Tools, products and expert advice for all your project needs.

Sweetwater Assembly of God 2551 State Road 114 East, North Manchester, IN; phone 260-982-6179. Prayer Service at 9a.m.; Worship Service at 10a.m..; Wednesday Evening Discipleship at 6:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study/Elevate Youth Discipleship/KidzZone “LIVE”.

BAPTIST

Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church 129 Southwood Dr., Wabash, Phone 563-3009. Terry Hinds, Pastor, Dylan Persinger, Youth Pastor. Sunday School 9:30am. Sunday Worship 10:30am. Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 6pm. Bus transportation is available, call 563-3009. Online at emmanuelchurchwabash.com. Find us on facebook.

Wabash Free Will Baptist Church 1056 Erie Street, Wabash. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m., Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Bill Crank.

Southside Freewilll Baptist 360 Columbus St., Wabash; Church Phone 260-563-4917; Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Worship 11:00 a.m.; Evening Service 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Pastor Tim Webb

Faith Baptist Church 200 Linwood Lane, Wabash; Phone 765-4702154. Old school King James Bible preaching at 10:30a.m.; Independant Pre-Millennial Dispensational; Pastor Dr. Ben Church

CATHOLIC

St. Bernard Catholic Corner of Cass & Sinclair Sts.; Fr. Jay Horning, Pastor. Parish Office and Rectory: 207 N. Cass St., phone 5634750. Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5:00 p.m. and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Weekday Masses: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday at 8:15 a.m.

St. Patrick's Catholic Church Main Street in Lagro. Holy Mass 11 a.m. the 1st Sunday of the month except January and February.

St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church - We humbly invite you to experience ancient Christianity in the Church Jesus established. “You are Peter [rock], and on this rock I will build My Church” (Mathew 16:18). 1203 State Road 114 E, North Manchester, IN 260-982-4404 www.strobertsnmanchester.org. Like us on Facebook. Sacrament of Confession: Tues. 5-6PM, Wed. 5:15-6 PM, and Sat. 8-9 AM & 3:30-4:30 PM or anytime by appointment. “Therefore, confess your sins to one another”(James 5:16). Holy sacrifice of the Mass: Sat. 5PM., Sun. 9AM., and 11:30(en espanol). “for My flesh is real food and My blood is real drink” (John 6:55). For more information on Catholicism visit www.catholic.com

CHRISTIAN

Dora Christian Church located 1 1/2 miles South of Salamonie Dam, Lagro; phone 260-782-2006. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Early Service 8:15 a.m.; Church Service 10:30 a.m. Minister: Mark Wisniewski.

LaFontaine Christian Church 202 Bruner Pike, LaFontaine; Phone 765-981-2101; Pastor Brad Wright; Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship 10:30 am. Nursery Available.

Wabash Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 110 W. Hill St., Wabash; phone: 260-563-4179; website: www.wabashchristian.org. Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Nursery provided. Find us on YouTube and Facebook.

CHRISTIAN HERITAGE CHURCH

Christian Heritage Church 2776 River Rd.; Tim Prater, pastor. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m.; Radio Ministry 8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Sunday WKUZ 95.9 FM.

FIRST BRETHREN CHURCH

North Manchester First Brethren Church: 407 N. Sycamore St.; Sunday Morning Schedule – Worship: 9:00 & 10:30 am, Adult Classes: 8:00, 9:00, & 10:30 am, Youth Connect (Grades 7-12): 9:00 am, “LOFT” Children’s Church (Grades 1-6): 9:00 am, Elementary Classes: 10:30 am, “The Garden” Nursery & Preschool Classes: 9:00 & 10:30 am. Find us online: www.nmfbc.org

CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

Wabash Church of the Brethren 645 Bond Street (off Falls Avenue) 260-563-5291. Doug Veal, Pastor. Wherever you are on life’s journey, come join us as we continue the work of JesusPeacefully, Simply, Together. HOURS: Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; Worship at 10:30 a.m. Children’s church available during worship. Handicap accessible.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St., Wabash (corner of N. Wabash St. & State Rd. 24). Office phone 260-563-8234. Sunday Morning Service 10:00 a.m. and Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Classes & activities for all ages.

COMMUNITY CHURCH

Grace Fellowship Church - Where Christ is our Passion and People are our Purpose, 4652 S. 100 W., Wabash; phone 260563-8263; Pastor Shawn Light. Sunday Morning: Sunday School

9:30 a.m.; Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Service: Faith In Action 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m. www.gracefellowshipwabash.com

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Bachelor Creek Church of Christ 4 miles north of Wabash on St. Rd. 15; phone 260-563-4109; website: bachelorcreek.com; Lead Minister, Joel Cogdell; Worship Minister, Michael Eaton; Middle School/Groups Minister, Nate Plyler; Next Steps/Outreach Minister, Ryan Keim; Women’s Director, Taylor McFarland; Student Minister, David Diener; Children’s Minister, Tyler Leland; Early Childhoood Director, Janet Legesse. NOW OFFERING 2 SERVICE TIMES. Adult Bible Fellowship & Worship 9:15am & 10:45am.

Roann Christian Church 240 E Allen St, Roann, Indiana. Bible School - 9:00 am, Worship Service - 10:00 am. Chris Ponchot, Minister; 856-405-5267.

LUTHERAN

Living Faith Church (NALC) - 242 South Huntington Street, downtown at southwest corner of Market Street. Office phone 260.563.4051. Worship 10:10 a.m. with fellowship time after service. Bible study 9:00 a.m. for all ages. You honor us with your presence as we seek to serve Christ in our daily lives. All are welcome! www.LivingFaithWabash.org

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS) 173 Hale Drive, Wabash. Phone 260-563-1886. Pastor: Rev. Gerald Gauthier II. Sunday school and adult Bible class 9:15 a.m., worship service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion observed the first and third Sundays. www.zionwabash.org Find us on Facebook and YouTube. Preaching and caring with Christ crucified for you!

Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)1500 S. Wabash St., Wabash, IN 46992, 260.563.6626, tlcwabash@gmail.com. Pastor Dr. Kent Young. We worship our Lord each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with a Gospel-based message and Holy Communion. There is a time of fellowship and refreshments immediately following the service. We are handicap accessible and everyone is welcome at Trinity!

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Christian Fellowship Church 1002 State Road 114 East N. Manchester, IN 46962. Christian Fellowship Church ServicesSunday Worship: 10 AM. Celebrate Recovery Tuesday at 6 PM and WOW Wednesday 6:30 PM. Pastor Jacob Good, 260-9828558. www.cfcpeople.org

Freedom Life Church (Non-Denominational Full Gospel Church) 480 Washington St., Wabash, IN 46992. Pastor Tim Morrisett, 317385-4400. Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Teens Jesus and Java Sunday morning 9:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m., Children's Church Sunday Morning 11:00 a.m. Nursery is provided. Sunday Night Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night: Adult Bible Study 7:00 p.m., Teen Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Wabash Friends Church 3563 S State Rd 13, Wabash, (260) 563-8452. Lead Pastor, Brandon Eaton. Join us for inperson worship at 8:30AM or 10:45AM, or via livestream on Facebook at 10:45AM. Children's programming available infants - 6th grade. Sunday school for all ages at 9:45AM. Youth (7th-12th) Sunday evenings at 6:30PM.

The Lord’s Table - Verse by Verse 4890 W. Millcreek Pike St., Wabash, Indiana, 46992. Pastor Roxane Mann 260571-7686. Wherever your Spiritual walk is, join us as we continue on. Verse by Verse - Book by Book - Chapter by Chapter - Through the Bible. Full Gospel. Sunday worship 10:30 a.m.. Wednesday Bible study 6:30 p.m.

St. Paul’s County Line Church 3995N 1000W, Andrews, IN; Phone 786-3365. Non-Denominational. Pastor Conrad Thompson Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. Worship at 10:00 a.m. Youth program 6-8 p.m. on Sunday. Wednesday night Bible Study at 7 p.m.

Urbana Yoke Parish 75 Half Street in Urbana, phone 260-774-3516 email: urbanaparish@gmail.com. Pastor Larry Wade. Sunday School 9:00 AM, Worship 10:00 AM, Bible Study Thursday morning at 10:00 AM.

Walk by Faith Community Church 515 Chippewa Road, corner of Chippewa & Beamer Sts. in Roann; phone (765) 833-9931 or (765) 833-6561. Join us for services and children’s worship at 10:00 am, Sunday School at 9 am. Pastor - Jody Tyner. All are welcome and we would love for you to join us www.walkbyfaithcommunitychurch.com “Walk by Faith” Youth Ministry meets every Sunday at 5 pm.

Light City Bible Church Located at 477 N. Wabash St., Wabash Phone 260-275-4448. Sunday Worship 10AM www.lightcitywabash.org

PRESBYTERIAN

Wabash Presbyterian Church Loving people with the heart of Christ in the heart of Wabash. Located at 123 W Hill St; phone: (260) 563-8881; on the web at www.wabashpresbyterian.com

Pastor Laura Helm. Sunday Worship Service: 10 AM Children’s Sunday School during worship. Handicap accessible Bible Study every Monday at 1pm. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/wabashpresbyterian

UNITED METHODIST

Christ United Methodist Church intersections of Wabash, Stitt & Manchester Ave.; phone 563-3308. Facilities & provisions for the physically handicapped, hearing & sight impaired. Air conditioned. Sunday multi-media worship service at 10 a.m with Choir. Email: wabashchristumc@hotmail.com

LaFontaine United Methodist Church La Fontaine United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 57 (Kendall & Main St), La Fontaine phone: 765- 981-4021; email: lafontaineumc@gmail.com website: www.lafontaineumc.org ; Susan Shambaugh, Pastor Worship: 9:30AM, Sunday School: 10:45AM, nursery provided for both.

Lincolnville United Methodist Church 5848 E. 500 S. Wabash, 765981-2648. Pastor: John Cook, 260-563-1406 pastorjohn1954@gmail.com. 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 9:40 a.m. Fellowship time; 10:00 a.m. Morning worship lincolnvilleumc.org

North Manchester United Methodist Church 306 East Second St. North Manchester; (260) 982-7537; Pastor Steve Bahrt Worship 8:15 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship Time 9:00 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. Live Streamed on Sundays @ 10:30 a.m. on Facebook at INManchesterUMC

Website: www.northmanchesterumc.com

Richvalley United Methodist Church 290 N. Jefferson Street Wabash, IN 46992; Phone: 260-563-1033; Pastor Jack Suits Email: rvumc@hotmail.com. Worship: 9:30am, Sunday School 10:45am.

Wabash First United Methodist Church 110 N. Cass St., Wabash 260-563-3108; Pastor Nathan Whybrew, Youth Pastor Nick Smith. Service Times: 8am and 10am in the sanctuary. Youth Group Times: Sunday evenings @ Wabash First UMC: Middle school, 5pm-6:30pm, High school, 6pm-8:30pm www.wabashfirstumc.org; www.facebook.com/wabashfirstumc

WESLEYAN

Wabash North Wesleyan Church 600 Manchester Ave., Wabash Morning Worship 10:30am; Sunday School 9:30am

Wednesday Bible Study 6:00pm. Church is wheelchair and handicap accessible. A place to feel safe and loved!

New Journey Community Church Old W.C. Mills School. 1721 Vernon Street, Wabash, IN. 9:00 a.m. - Frist Service, 10:30 a.m. - Second Service. Change is possible! Whether you are over-churched, un-churched, or de-churched you’ll find a fresh start at New Journey. We keep the important things like worship, teaching, community, and serving primary, while letting the unnecessary stuff fade into the background. Our mission is to make life transformation through Jesus Christ accessible to all people. So, come as you are and be made new!

Pastor

Urbana Community Building benefits many

Urbana Community Building is the heart of the community. Funding from Wabash County United Fund lets Urbana Lions Club provide many services to the community and surrounding areas.

The building is property of the Lions Club and United Fund helps support the property so we are able to have the building for the community to use. But even though we own the building, it’s not the Lions Club that is a sponsored agency; it’s the Urbana Community Building that benefits from the United Fund support. Somewhere around 2,000 to 4,000 people will benefit from the use of the Community Building this past year. In October alone, we had around 300 individuals who used the building.

The Community Building has been used for fundraising for several organizations, blood drives, family reunions, birthday celebrations, funeral dinners, farm auctions, Car Club meetings, United Fund meetings, public appreciation breakfast, ECHO Racing for the youth of Wabash and the surrounding counties and the Urbana Lions Club also holds its bi-monthly meetings in this building.

The Lions Club is responsible for scheduling events and the maintenance of the building. There is a $50 per day fee for use of the building. This is an open invitation to everyone who is looking for a building to rent for their event. Here in Urbana there are not many choices for holding social events. We do however have a captive group who

prefer to stay in the community instead of going someplace else. The community building is just something that is so important to those who live in the Urbana Community. The funds are significant and certainly appreciated from other donators as well.

I don’t think a lot of people realize just how important the United Fund is to our community. They help make possible of all that we do with the Urbana Community Building. The community building had a bad mishap in late November to December last year. Those who are familiar with the building will understand what I’m talking about. The floor between the restroom and to the west wall had

fallen in about 4 inches. This is where the new part of the building is attached to the old part. The building could not be used for a long time due to safety. Since then, the Lions found a contractor to repair the floor. There are several other items that must be repaired to help keep the floor from developing the same scenario.

Yes, money is received from United Fund and is used for the upkeep such as heat, lights, kitchen items, cleaning supplies, toiletries, etc. The Lions Club has not received a bill for the floor repair because there are other issues that need to be addressed this Spring. The Lions are asking for the community’s help raising funds to help pay for these repairs.

The Lions don’t usually ask for help. We try to handle problems by holding fundraisers. We are a small group and not able to do much. Our membership has diminished. So, we are asking for your help with our problem. Any donation would be much

appreciated. You can make your check/money order out to the Urbana Lions Club for whatever amount you can give. All and every donation would be much appreciated and used for the benefit of the community building. Mail your donation to Urbana Lions Club P.O. Box 97 Urbana, IN 46990. The Urbana Lions Club would like to thank you in advance for your help with this issue.

Prayer concerns: Lana Long & family, Nancy Anderson & family, Joe Adams, Marilyn Karns, Julie Miller, John Eltzroth, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron & Rhonda Baer, Duane Wagner, Kim and Brian Frank, Nancy Christie, Ruth Summers, Jerry & Nancy McColley, Josh McColley, Ethel Fogel, Weck family, Dan Speicher & family, Janene & Wendal Dawes, Coy Eads & his parents & sisters, Terry Knee, Paxton Wright, Jim and Pat Hartley, Joni Fox, our Nation and leaders, our military personnel, our

frontline responders and health providers.

The Breakfast Bunch met at the Fried Egg around 7:30 a.m. March 1. They meet every Wednesday and have breakfast together and talk about what is happening in and around the country. Those attending were Larry and Nancy Meyer, Tom and Joyce Willcox, Shelby Smith and Pat McNabney. As always, this bunch would like to invite you to join them and enjoy the food and company. Come on down some Wednesday morning and see what this group is all about and have some fun.

Birthday wish: Pat Hartley celebrated her birthday on March 3.

Urbana

Streetlights: Keep the reports of light outages coming to me. If you know of a streetlight that

has an issue, please call me at 260-7743665. If I don’t answer, leave a massage. Give me the light’s address such as the street the light is located

on and tell me what the issue is. I’ll submit a work order to have the light repaired. Please allow 5 working days for the repair.

Michael Snell 260-774-3665 pinkynova71@ hotmail.com

Knights grab 4th straight sectional

Southwood to meet Blue River in Frankfort Regional action

The Southwood Knights won their fourth consecutive sectional title after defeating Northfield in their opening game and Canterbury in the championship game.

Southwood 69, Northfield 35

The Knights jumped on Northfield early then slammed the door in the second half as Southwood defeated Northfield, 69-35, in the second round of the Class 1A Southwood Sectional Friday, March 3. Both teams received first-round byes.

The Knights took a 19-9 lead after one quarter of play and took an 11-point lead into the locker room with a 31-20 lead.

Southwood essentially put the game away in the third quarter, outscoring Northfield, 20-10 for a 51-30 lead, and cruised, 18-5, in the fourth.

Cole Winer led Southwood with 13 points, three rebounds, and three steals, while Will Winer had 12 points, six rebounds, six assists, and five steals on the night,

Apax cruise in sectional opener

The Wabash defense was up for the task as they dominated Winamac, 48-15, in the semifinals of the Class 2A Rochester Sectional Saturday night, March 4.

Postponed a night due to poor weather on Friday, March 3, the Apaches held the Warriors to three first-quarter points and shut out Winamac, 15-0, in the third quarter to earn a spot in the championship game Monday night, March 6.

Wabash led the game, 14-3, after the first quarter and took a 23-8 lead at halftime.

and Bryce Wilcox had a big game with 12 points, seven rebounds, and three blocks.

Jason Oprisek finished with eight points, nine rebounds, four assists, and two steals, with Nathan Lehner scoring eight points with four assists, and two steals, followed by Dylan Stout with six points and six rebounds, Jaret Denney with four points, one rebound, and one assist, and Dalton Barney, Caleb Wyatt, and Griffin Chambers with two points.

Southwood 70, Canterbury 57

Southwood once again took an early lead, withstood a fight from Fort Wayne Canterbury, steadily pulled away from the Cavaliers in the championship game, and celebrated a championship with a 70-57 victory Saturday, March 4.

The Knights raced out to a 20-10 lead after one quarter only to see Canterbury cut the lead in half at 36-31 at halftime.

The Knights outscored the Cavaliers, 17-14, in the third quarter,

then pulled away in the fourth quarter to advance to the Frankfort Regional this Saturday, March 11.

Five Knights scored in double figures in the game, led by Lehner with 16 points. He added two steals, one assists, and one rebound to his tally, while Oprisek tossed in 14 points with four rebounds, and two steals, and Cole Winer added 12 points, four rebounds, and two assists.

Wilcox and Stout were both big inside with Stout picking up 10 points, seven rebounds, five blocks and two steals and Wilcox recording 10 points, nine rebounds, and two blocks, and Will Winer finished with eight points, five rebounds, four steals, and three assists.

Southwood (12-12) will face No. 11 Blue River Valley (20-6) in a one-game regional at Frankfort at 7 p.m.

No. 2 Fountain

Central and Liberty Christian play in the early one-game regional at 4 p.m.

The Apaches smothered the Warriors in the third-quarter shutout, and finished with the 33point win.

Grant Ford led Wabash with 11 points – nine of them on 3-pointers – three rebounds, and two steals, followed by Kaden Vogel with eight points, eight

rebounds, three assists, and two steals, Izaak Wright with seven points, six rebounds, three assists, and two steals, Trevor Daughtry with six points, three assists, and three steals, Kolton Wilson with six points, two rebounds, and one assist, Collin Price with four points and three

rebounds, Alex Dinkins four points and three rebounds, and Antonio Grant with two points and two assists. Dave Ford added two rebounds and one assist on the night.

The win put the Apaches in the championship game against Lewis-Cass. The game was played after The Paper of

Wabash County press deadline. Look for results on the paper’s Facebook page and for a full story in the March 15 issue.

The winner of the championship game moves on to a one-game regional this Saturday, March 11, at North Judson-San Pierre against the hosts Bluejays (23-3) at 1 p.m.

Squires fall in semi-finals

The Manchester Squires traveled to South Adams for sectional play last week where they ran through Bluffton in the opening round before falling to eventual champion Blackhawk in the semifinals.

In the opening round of sectional play, Bluffton stayed close but a 15-1 run by Manchester blew the game open as the Squires cruised to a 92-54 win over the Tigers, Wednesday, March 1.

Bluffton started the game with a 4-0 lead before the Squires scored the next six points.

A Tiger basket midway through the first quarter cut the Manchester lead to 9-8 but the Squires scored 15 of the next 16 points

to take a 24-9 lead and it was never close the rest of the way.

The high-scoring Squires hit 15 three-pointers on the night including

five from Gavin Marin and three from Tyler McLain.

Gavin Betten led the Squires with 28 points, 17 rebounds, four blocks, and two assists, followed by McLain with 15 points, six assists, and four rebounds, and Martin with 15 points and three rebounds.

Four Squires scored six points on the night with Trevor Heath adding five rebounds, Ethan Hendrix contributing four assists and two rebounds, along with Wyatt Prater adding an assist and a rebound, and Reiss Gaerte recording one block.

Tallon Torpy scored five points along with four rebounds and three assists, followed by Cont. on Pg. 19.

Southwood’s Nathan Lehner (10) attempts to get a pass by two Canterbury defenders to teammate Dylan Stout in Saturday’s sectional championship contest. Photo by Joseph Slacian

Winamac felt the Wabash pressure all night in the Apache's semifinal win Saturday, March 4. Here, Kolton Wilson (left) and Kaden Vogel (center) converge on a trap. Photo by Eric Christiansen

Gavin Betten goes up against the trees in Manchester's lost to No. 3 Blackhawk Christian in the semifinals of the Class 2A South Adams Sectional Friday, Feb. 3.

Photo by Eric Christiansen

Northfield’s Dillon Tomlinson gets a three-point shot up over Southwood’s Cole Winer. The Knights defeated MSD rival Northfield, 69-35, in sectional semi-final action on Friday, March 4.

Squires

Kaleb Kline with three points, one rebound, and one assist, Carter Wagoner with two points, four rebounds, and one block, and Aaron Reid with one rebound and one assist.

Semifinals

Blackhawk

Christian 75, Manchester 42 Class 2A No. 3

Blackhawk Christian showed why they belong near to top of the class after dominating Manchester in the semifinal round with a 75-42 win Friday, March 3.

The Squires stayed close with

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the Braves for the first 4 1/2 minutes.

After the Braves took a 4-0 lead, Betten and McLain hit back-to-back buckets to tie it at 4-4.

The teams traded baskets with Betten tying the game at 66 with 5:25 left in the first quarter.

Blackhawk took an 11-6 lead before McLain scored on an inside drive with 4:12 left in the quarter to cut it to 11-8.

McLain hit 1-2 free throws at the 3:29 mark to make it an 11-9 score but it all Braves after that.

Blackhawk went

on a 12-0 run over a 3:10 span to take a 23-9 lead before Hendrix hit 1-2 free throws as the firstquarter buzzer sounded.

Blackhawk controlled the game the rest of the way to advance to the championship game where they defeated Adams Central for the title.

The Squires finish a strong season with an 18-6 record and placed second in the Three Rivers Conference.

Official stats were not available for the game at press time.

Photo by Joseph Slacian

LaFontaine golf cart registration due

LaFontaine residents,if you have not renewed your golf cart registration, please do. They will need Driver’s License and current copy of the insurance information. Golf Carts must be insured to drive on town streets. Fees have not changed. $25 per year.

NOTICE: The alumni committee are working on the LaFontaine High School Alumni Banquet for May 6 at LaFontaine Community Building. One person we are looking for an address is Jerry Bowman, class of 1959. Any person who had attended LaFontaine School and would like to attend the Alumni Banquet, please email or send your name, address, and email (if you have one) with year attended or graduated to etheleib@gmail.co

m or address Ethel Eib 2258 E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN 46940, so we may send you an invite. This year, to keep cost low as we have a lot of invites, these will be going out by email. So, if we do not have your email address, please email me. We would love for people who attended LaFontaine School to come. It will be on Saturday, May 6, at LaFontaine Community Building.

LAFONTAINE

UNITED METHODIST

CHURCH will hold Dave Bates Memorial, Dan’s Fish /Tenderloin Fry, Drive Thru on Sat. March 25 from 4 to 7 p.m. Cost per meal is $12.

WABASH CHAPTER IZAAK WALTON LEAGUE will be starting our spring cross shoots. We are located at 10439 S, Old State Rd. 13 LaFontaine (Somerset). We will be shooting shotguns and open sight 22 rifles and pistols; shells will be furnished. Dates are; March 12, 26, April 2, 23, 30 and May 7. Starting time is 10 a.m. and we will be serving refreshments. Also, we will be hosting a Hunter Education Class on April 15, we will furnish a meal with the class and there is no charge for either one. You must register at inhea.com, register early as the class fills up quickly

IT’S TIME FOR KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP

Children who will be age five by

August 1, 2023, are welcome to enroll in kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year. Even though next school year may seem far away, it is very important for these incoming students to attend Kindergarten Round-up this March at the school they are interested in attending. During round-Up, children and families will tour the school, meet teachers, have a readiness screening, complete important paperwork, and take home some fun gifts. Requests are considered for early entry if a child turns five before September 1, 2023 SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY ROUND-UP

Wednesday, March 8, 4-7 p.m. 840 E State Road 124, Wabash, IN METRO NORTH ELEMENTARY ROUND-UP

Thursday, March 9 4-7 p.m. 3844 W 200 N, Wabash IN CHOOSING YOUR SCHOOL MSD of Wabash County has two elementary schools for kindergartenersSouthwood Elementary and Metro North Elementary. Choosing a school for your child is a big decision, but don’t worry, our leaders are here and excited to help parents navigate

this choice. We have fantastic schools, and we would love to help you experience them. Email or talk with school leaders, Tour the school, connect with current parents, compare facts from other schools, SCHOOL CHOICE Southwood and Metro North gladly welcome students who live outside the district boundaries. We even offer busing though many parts of the city of Wabash.

TROYER MEMORIAL LIBRARY’S Our new Museum & Genealogy section is coming along! Library officials are open to donations which will help with the furnishings and displays and are all tax-deductible. Make checks out to: Community Foundation of Wabash (“LaFontaine/Libe rty Twp History Club” in memo line,) or Troyer Memorial Library (“Museum/Genealo gy Room” in memo line.) Thanks to John Sutton and the LaFontaine/ Liberty Twp History Club for making this possible!If you are interested in our Adult Book Club, let us know. They meet the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.

LAFONTAINE LIONS will again this year gave Scholarship to a senior who lives in LaFontaine or Liberty Township. We have change name to our late Lion member who had been very active in this project. So now, it is call Duane Davis Scholarship. If you are senior this year, you may go to LaFontaine web page and get the application or pick one up at your Guidance Console office.

MSD OF WABASH THEATER DEPARTMENT will be presenting our spring play “Little Women” on Friday, March 24 at 7 p.m. –Saturday, March 25 at 7 p.m.-Sunday, March 26th at 3 p.m. at Southwood Jr/Sr High School! Tickets will be $7 for adults, $5 for students, and 5 and under are free. Bake sale items will be available in the lobby throughout the show. All proceeds will go to the theater department for future shows. All performance is licensed by Dramatic Publishing.

LAFONTAINE/ LIBERTY FIRE

DEPARTMENT are selling

Reflective Address

Signs that go on your mailbox. These signs help Firefighters, First Responders, Police, Postal Couriers, Friends and Family and more. The response time of emergency service is important since it is considered as the main aspect for the success of the prehospital care and therefore, for the survival of the victims. If we cannot find you, we can’t help you.

Reflective Address

Signs can save lives. These signs highly visible day or night. Reflective on both sides. Fade and rust resistant and last for years. If you do not have one you should be sure a get one. Cost

is $20 each. Contact LaFontaine Liberty Vol. Fire Dept. 12 S Wabash Av. P.O. Box 334 LaFontaine, IN 46940 or call 765981-4000. This would be a great gift for someone who does not have one.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Gerald Miller, Jessica Fakhoury, Berti Huffschmidt, Dave Mechling

March 9, Rod Finch, Chuck Jack March 10, Garrett Miller March 12, Carrie Worthington, Spencer Krhin March 13, Jeff Traver March 16

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Daylight Saving Time to begin Sunday

Daylight Savings Time begins Sunday, March 12. Set your clocks Saturday night so you won’t be late for church!

Historic St. Patrick’s Church, 950 Main St., is celebrating its 150th anniversary on Friday, at 5:30 p.m., March 17 (St. Patrick’s Day) with Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades officiating. A soup supper will follow at Lagro United Methodist Church, 1100 Main St. Free will donations will graciously be accepted.

Following is a brief history of St. Patrick’s Church from their brochure. The town of Lagro, as well as St. Patrick’s Church, owes its beginnings to the building of the Wabash and Erie Canal. Many Irish Catholics came to this vicinity in the summer of 1834 to work on the canal. After it was completed, a considerable number of them settled in the community, using their earnings to buy land and make homes for themselves.

As early as 1800 this area was visited by a party of Jesuit priests from Montreal. Later the Lagro area was visited by a similar party from Detroit while they were traveling down the Wabash River on their way to the post of Vincennes, which was built in 1702. During this period many missionary priests labored in the wilds of what is now the state of Indiana.

In 1837 the Wabash and Erie Canal was opened for general traffic and the little village of Lagro became the chief emporium for wheat, corn, and other crops. The place with its rich surrounding country and luxuriant forests became the

home of several well-known Catholic families.

In 1838 they erected a neat little frame church, 30 x 40 feet.

In 1858 an addition of 30 x 40 feet was added. These original buildings served as the parish hall after the new church was erected. Older folks in Lagro like to recall the St. Patrick’s Day plays and parish suppers in the old hall.

Regretfully, the old building was razed in the early 1960s.

The present church goes back to 1870. The cornerstone was laid by Bishop Luers on June 15, 1870. It was dedicated on St. Patrick’s Day in 1873. The cost of the church: $20,000. The parish consisted of about 300 families.

The bell that hangs in the belfry today has an interesting history. It was brought to Lagro in 1837 by a Frenchman named Pasque. He drove an oxen team to Buffalo, New York,

to buy the bell. He was gone for so long on the trip that folks in Lagro almost gave up looking for his return. There was much rejoicing when the Frenchman finally returned with the bell.

St. Patrick’s Church is really an historical monument to the early religious history of Indiana and offers much in the way of beauty and style.

The church has fine stained-glass windows, rising two stories. An especially striking window is that of St. Patrick, in the back of the main altar. The old type statues, the iron grating communion rail, the seats finished in antique oak, the handcarved spiral stairway leading to the choir loft, the handsome design of the confessional – all are a delight to one interested in the history of Indiana.

The pipe organ in the balcony also has an interesting history. It dates back to an era circa

1840, known as the Henry Erben Era. Erben was a wellknown builder with an excellent reputation for fine instruments. In January 1997, Bishop D’Arcy designated the church as an oratory, meaning that St. Patrick was no longer an active parish. However, every first Sunday of the month, April through December, Holy Mass is offered at 11 a.m. All are welcome to attend.

March 12, 1999, the church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Lagro Community Church welcomes you to church.

Sunday School is every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. and worship service is at 10 a.m. Dan Snyder is the speaker for March 12.

Dora Christian Church, 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, welcomes you to worship service Sunday at 8:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30

a.m. Preacher Mark Wisniewski’s sermon for March 12 is “Change and Become Like Children,” based on Matthew 18:1-3. March 12 is also Quarterly Offering and Board Meeting after church. Prayer and Bible study resumes on Wednesday nights starting March 8 at 6:30 p.m., with “Man’s Journey Into Timelessness.” Character Building will meet at Dora Church on Monday, March 13, at 7 p.m. Join the church members for Tuesday Supper at Harvey Hinklemeyers, Wabash, at 6 p.m. March 14

Lagro United Methodist Church invites you to its Sunday morning services at 9 a.m., and Sunday school for all ages at 10 a.m. Youth group activities for stu-

dents in the 4th through 12th grades are also offered. Those activities and times vary each month depending on the service project.

A Grief Support group meets at the Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St, Wabash, every Monday at 3:30 p.m. You are welcome to join them. If you have questions, contact Donna Wendt, 260-782-2160.

Tyler Haupert was last week’s Norse Honor Student of the week. Tyler was nominated for finding Ms. Stouffer’s laptop charger. Great job! Congratulations to the Northfield Jr. High Robotics Team who were Muncie Southside Robotics Invitational champions on February

25!

Thanks to the generosity of Northfield Seniors, a check for $723 was presented to 85 Hope Free Medical Clinic on February 24. The funds were raised during the Charity Intramural Basketball game. There are people in our community who are in need of our prayers at this time. Their names remain on our lips and their concerns linger in our hearts. Let us not forget to personally be a presence in their lives, to offer hope and help. Their names need not be mentioned; God knows them by name.

Lagro Happy Birthday: March 11 – Earl Newton; March 13 – William Swan; March 14 –Tom Burnsworth and William Sevan; March 15 – Robert Karst.

SQUIRREL CREEK SQUIRREL CREEK

Roann firefighters host fundraiser

What a great day Feb. 25 was for Roann Volunteer Fire Department!

They had a great turnout for their fundraiser. They want to thank everyone who came out and supported them. Money received by this fund-raiser will go toward updating current equipment or buying new.

The Department is also accepting applications for new members. They are looking at applicants who are at least 18 years-old and have a high school diploma or a GED. Please call 765-833-2111 and leave a message. Someone will get back with you.

HAPPY HOMEMAKERS met for their February meeting at the Roann United Methodist Church. The meeting was hosted by Bev Richardson and

Ann Meyer. Lana Kuhn gave prayer before 16 members was served breakfast. The tables were very cheery. They were decorated with snowmen along with valentines. The Lucky Lady gift went to Ann Bell. Sally Robbins opened the business meeting with Creed and the pledge to the American flag. Kay Hapner followed by giving the monthly hint on how to sharpen scissors and knives. Happy Homemakers meeting schedule for 2023 was finalized

and March meeting will be at The Fried Egg at 9 a.m. Ann Bell and Sherry Draper will be hosting. Annual dues were collected. Sally gave us a thought for the day: “One positive thought can change the whole day.” How true is that! The meeting was closed with the Collect.

IF YOU HAVE thought about donating to LIFE Center, here is your chance. Order from Amazon and have it shipped right to LIFE Centers door. Follow the link https://irtl.org/virtualshower/ and LIFE Centers logo is black with a red heart. Also, LIFE Center just received a wonderful donation of baby formulas.

They are open Monday 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday 1 p.m. to 4

p.m. They are located at 489 Bond St., Wabash.

PASTOR BALMER of the Roann United Methodist Church sermon for March 12 will be from John 3:16 and 1 John 4:8 titled “It wasn’t the nails”. This will be “Noisy Buckets” Sunday. You are invited to worship in person or on Facebook at 9 a.m.

The church is located at the corner of Adams and Arnold Streets, in Roann.

Sunday, March 19 following church service, the Men, Women, and Children are encouraged to remain for an hour of fellowship. The Men will be hidden away in their Man Cave, Women will meet in the Fellowship Hall, and a special hideout will be arranged for the

Children! Please come with excitement to hear the ideas which are being planned for His Church.

The Women of Faith has started working on their annual Chicken-nNoodle dinner set for April 22, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. More information to come.

NORTH MIAMI Lent Service for March 12 will be hosted by Paw Paw United Methodist Church at 6 p.m. The church is locat-

ed at 7712 N. Paw Paw Pike, Denver. Les Cooper will be the speaker. Light refreshments will be served after the service.

PLEASE CONTINUE praying for Jackie Slee, Don Richardson,

Jeff

Coy

Ken Musselman, Larry Smalley, Robin Stanton, Tiffany Howard, Rob Mace and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy, God bless you all.

Russell Quillen,

Krom,

Eads,

Ann Meyer 765-833-2614 meyerann@ centurylink.net

Roann firefighters tend to the grill.

Photo provided

Frances Slocum DAR to meet March 14

Wabash County

Frances Slocum Chapter, INDAR will meet at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, March 14, at GrandstaffHentgen Activity Room, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. The program will be about Humming Birds presented by Shelly Reed, interpretive naturalist, from Upper Wabash Interpretive Services, INDR. Prospective members and guests are always welcome to attend. DAR membership is open to any woman 18 years of age, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution. Those having questions about their family history lineage information may contact www.dar.org or Tamra Wise at 574527-2208 or Barbara Amiss at 260-9824376.

CLUB RIOT AND KIDS FOR CHRIST AT NM FIRST BRETHREN: Club

RIOT will meet the first four Wednesday nights in March from 6:157:45 p.m. to learn about prayer through lessons, games, snacks, songs, and lots of fun for kids age 3 years-3rd grade.

Kids For Christ is for 4th-6th graders and meets each Wednesday through the school year from 6-8 p.m.to build friendships, enjoy exciting activities, and learn from the Bible. Families are asked to enter from the 5th Street doors for drop-off and pick-up. First Brethren Church is located at 407 N. Sycamore St. in North Manchester. For details, visit www.nmfbc.org

PEACE PATCH PRESCHOOL: If you are interested or would like to enroll your child at The Peace Patch Preschool for the

an Addict support group is open to all family members or friends with loved ones who are struggling. For more information visit www.themomofanaddict.org. Meetings are held at Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut St., North Manchester.

2023-24 school year, come and visit our teachers and see the preschool classrooms at our enrollment/open house from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. March 7, at Manchester Church of the Brethren, 1306 North Beckley St., North Manchester.

3 & 4 Year-Old Class (Age 3 by Aug. 1). 4 & 5 YearOld Class (Age 4 by Aug. 1.) Contact the church at 9827523 with questions.

MOM OF AN ADDICT SUPPORT GROUP every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Mom of

SILENT AUCTION DONATIONS NEEDED:

Women’s Auxiliary of American Legion 286 is seeking donations for their Silent Auction to be held from March 18th thru April 15th. Funds raised from the auction will be used to support Veterans at home and abroad. Items will be accepted until March 10th. Those wishing to donate can contact 260-982-8224 for more information.

GRIEFSHARE

BEGINS MARCH

8: The next session of GriefShare will begin Wednesday,

Mar 8, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Congregational Christian Church. GriefShare, is a 13week session of discussion, video seminars and individual work to guide those dealing with the loss of a loved one through a difficult time. Participant will need to purchase a workbook at a cost of $20. Scholarships are available for those who need. The

church is located at 310 N. Walnut St. Please contact the church at 260-9822882 for more info or to register.

MFOC THRIFT SHOP: MFOC Market Street, North Manchester. Thrift Shop hours are Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. Donations only during business hours. Use

back door for all donations. Call 260-

982-4592 if you have any questions.