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Indiana farmland
prices hit all-time high By Todd H. Kuethe, Associate Professor and Schrader Endowed Chair in Farmland Economics
A Miami County farmer planting soybeans in the Spring of 2021. Farmland prices have hit an alltime high in 2021. Photo by Michelle Boswell
It is safe to say that the last year was unlike any other in recent memory. The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant disruption to our lives and the global economy. Surprisingly, many of the current economic forces put upward pressure on farmland prices. As one respondent noted, “short supply of farms for sale, investors and institutional buyers, farmers flush with money and equity, continued historic low interest rates and fear of increasing rates, an influx of government assistance, higher than anticipated commodity prices, fear of tax policy changes, and a willingness to accept lower required returns on investments… all equal a new historic land value.” This unique combination of economic forces led to new record high farmland prices in 2021, according to the recent Purdue Land Values and Cash Rent Survey. Statewide, top-quality farmland averaged $9,785 per acre, up 14.1% from June 2020. The high growth rate for top quality farmland was closely followed by the growth in average and poor-quality farmland prices, which increased by 12.5% (to $8,144) and 12.1% (to $6,441), respectively. Across all land quality classes, 2021 per acre farmland prices exceeded the previous record set in 2014. Many areas of the state experienced particularly high farmland price appreciation. The highest growth rates were observed in the Southwest region, ranging from 20% for average and poor-quality land to nearly
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Local Boy Scouts celebrate 75th anniversary Press release – Miami County - Camp Buffalo, the Boy Scout Summer camp which has served scouts of Miami County since 1945, is wrapping up its 75th anniversary celebration with an open house/tours and banquet, on Aug. 28 at the camp, located at 9400 N. Boy Scout Road, Monticello. All former scouts and scouters are welcome to reserve a spot for this very special milestone. Camp tours, activities, and an anniversary banquet will run from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. The banquet will begin at 5 p.m. at Shideler Dining Hall at camp and the cost is $40 (via preregistration only). Registrations can be made at: https://scoutingevent.com/162-75th or by calling the Scout Office at 765-452-8253. Registration deadline is Aug. 23. Tens of thousands of scouts have camped at
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Camp Buffalo. The camp is located about 45 minutes northwest of Peru and sits on the Tippecanoe River just east of Buffalo, Indiana, on Indiana 16. The camp was originally purchased in 1944, with the first year of summer camp happening in 1945. In the late 1960's, as part of the "Forward for Boys" campaign, 144 additional acres were purchased. The pool at the camp was dedicated in memory of Mrs. Emil Schram (from Peru) in 1970. Emil and Robert Schram (of the Peru Trust Company), both were active with the Boy Scout program. Much volunteer labor from Bunker Hill Air Force Base went into the camp in the 1960's. Ivey Lodge, was dedicated in memory of Harold (Hal Ivey) a longtime Scouter and retired Air Force Lt. Colonel. Mr. See Scouts, Page 2
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Camp Buffalo’s dining hall facility, Shideler Hall, has a large dining area that is serviced by a spacious and modern kitchen. The hall has seen use from summer camp meals to district dinners to wedding receptions. The large projector screen makes it possible to hold meetings with presentations made clear to all. The building capacity is 300, making it plenty large for a variety of events. Photo provided
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Scouts Ivey was also a High School Math teacher at Maconaquah and Peru High Schools. Today the camp has a manmade lake, a state-of-the-art indoor archery range, a topnotch rifle/shotgun range and acres and acres of campsites. Shideler Hall, the dining facility, was dedicated in 2008. It
Police Reports Miami County Sheriff ’s Department July 31 Officers assisted a female that reported her vehicle stolen on 7/30/21 at 1688 E 1275 S, Kokomo. Female had a location of her phone, which was left in the stolen vehicle, by using a location finder app. She believed her vehicle to be at a residence in the southern part of Miami County. I spoke to the resident at the location the female was led to and was granted consent to search the property. The vehicle was not located on the property. A property owner at 10948 S Strawtown Pike, Bunker Hill discovered a vehicle parked behind his outbuilding. The vehicle was reported stolen 7/30/21. Vehicle was photographed and returned to the vehicle owner. A two-vehicle crash was reported at W Broadway St. and S U.S. 31, Bunker Hill. No injuries were reported. A caller at 2538 S Bus. 31, Skyview Motel, Office, Peru was receiving unwanted communication from a subject who had performed work at See Police, Page 6
...continued from Page 1 is air conditioned and seats nearly 325. Many dollars from the Thrush Foundation (Peru) went into further development of the scout camp. Commemorative items celebrating the 75th anniversary are available for purchase online at https://councilstuff.com/162 ?category=2062
or at the Scout Office 518 N. Main St. Kokomo. A history book of Camp Buffalo, the first 75 years, will be offered for sale at the event. The book is authored by Chris Birk (Peru) and Lucas Bowman (Kokomo). It contains the history, photos, and stories of Camp Buffalo. It was
printed by American Stationery of Peru. To commemorate the 75th Anniversary, volunteers are raising funds for the Camp Buffalo Maintenance Endowment Fund. A goal of $75,000 was set by the 75th anniversary committee chaired by Peru resident Chris Birk. If
you would like to contribute to this fund, please visit https://donations.scouting.org/#/counc il/162/appeal/4718. If you were a former scout and haven't been "Back home to Buffalo," Saturday Aug. 28, is the event for you. Space is limited for the banquet, so reserve yours now.
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Former Miami County man arrested for alleged child molestation Peru – On Friday, Aug. 6, a criminal investigation by Indiana State Police Detective Josh Maller resulted in the arrest of Thomas Brockway, 64, Alma, Michigan. Brockway faces two felony charges for child molestation.
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On Aug. 3, 2021, Maller started an investigation after receiving information that two preteen boys had possibly been molested in Miami
County. During the investigation, evidence indicated that Brockway had allegedly committed sexual acts on two preteen boys. The purported
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Obituaries Lula Becraft, 57
Sally E. (Black) Lennon, 84
Glendora Faye Haggard, 78
Orley L. Hawley, 92
Lula Becraft, 57, of Peru, passed away Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021, at Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born July 3, 1964, in Montrose, Colorado, to William L. and Adela (Archuleta) Davis. She married Steven R. Becraft, and he survives. Lula was a homemaker and loved painting and drawing. She was also a member of World Harvest Church in Columbus, Ohio. She was a Christian, and she loved her Bible. She is survived by her husband, as well as her children: Steven L. Becraft (Daron Chelette) of Noblesville, and Brandon Ray Becraft of Peru. Also surviving are brother William L. Davis of Wabash, and sisters Bernadette “Connie” Mooney of Oregon, and Sarah Hinkle of Racine, Wisconsin. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers Terry Sale and Ivan Archuleta. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana. The funeral service will follow at 11a.m., with pastor Rod Correll officiating. Love offerings may be made to the family to assist with funeral expense. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Sally E. (Black) Lennon, 84, of Peru, passed away at 11:12 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021, at Dukes Memorial Hospital. She was born to Arthur N. Black and Elsie M. (Oldfather/Black) Saylor Feb. 20, 1937. She married Thomas T. Lennon on Nov. 10, 1957. Sally retired from Mount Hope Cemetery as Secretary. She and her husband Tom owned and operated The Paramount Bar and Grill from 1970 to 1977. Sally was an active member of Peru Church of Brethren and The Women of Moose, Peru, Indiana. She always greeted people with a smile and kind words, and she never met a stranger. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her children: Thomas M. Lennon and his wife Avis; Deidre (DeeDee) S. Bench; and Angela M. Hann and husband Steve; as well as grandchildren Jeremy and Jesse Lennon, Tom M. Jr, Amy Kinder, Aricka Ulery, Lacey Wallace and Nicholas Bench, Karly Schwingle, and Riley Bucher. Sally was also blessed with having loving great-grandchildren. Also surviving are sisters Sharon S. Bartlett and husband Glen of Macy, Indiana, and Cathy M. Wainscott and husband Jeffrey of Peru, Indiana, and brothers John A. Black and wife Charlotte, and Rev. Richard L. Saylor and wife Jan of Alabama. She was preceded in death by her father Arthur, her mother Elsie, her husband Thomas, her son James (Jimmy) T. Lennon, sister Shirley A. Walker, and brother James A. Dillon. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021, at the Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel, 411 North Grant Street, Peru, Indiana. Funeral service will follow at 11 a.m., with pastor Phil Cruea and Rev. Richard L. Saylor officiating. Burial will take place at Mount Hope Cemetery in Peru, Indiana. Donations may be made to the new Miami County YMCA Capital Campaign Fund, 34 East Sixth Street, Peru, Indiana, 46970, in the Lennon family name. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Glendora Faye (Rice) Haggard went home to be with the Lord Sunday, July 25, 2021. She was born in Tupelo, Arkansas Dec. 2, 1942, to Clayton and Emma Rice. They both preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Haggard; her sister, Joan Dishon; and her brother, Clayton Rice, Jr. She leaves two daughters, Stephanie Parker, and Michele (James) Smith; three grandchildren, Marcus and Clifton Parker and Georgia Smith; six great grandchildren, Mariana, Jazelle, Marcus, Alayna, Grayson, and Braxton. She was valedictorian of the 1960 class of Newport High School. She was a member of the Bunker Hill United Methodist Church for many years, loved to sing in the church choir, and directed the choir several times. Visitation was held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2021, at Allen Funeral Home, 136 South Elm Street, Bunker Hill, Indiana. The funeral service followed at 1.pm., with Pastor Evan Strong officiating. Burial took place at Springdale Cemetery in Bunker Hill, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements have been entrusted to Allen Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
It is with great sadness that the family of Orley L. Hawley, known as "Roy, "announces he passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021, at the age of 92. He retired to Silver Lake, Indiana, where he could spend his days on the lake. He was born in Bridgeport, Illinois, Feb. 10, 1929, the son of Orley M. and Emma Irene Jones Hawley. Orley married Charlene Martin June 30, 1984, and she survives. The lord has called him home, but his memory will forever live in our hearts. Roy was a U.S. Army Veteran, member of the Masons and a paratrooper serving with the 82nd Airborne Division. He and his son were owners of Hawley and Son Oil Co., and he was an avid fisherman. Roy Loved his family beyond measure and was selfless when it came to his grandchildren. Roy stood tall with honor and took pride in his hard work. He never knew a stranger always offering a helping hand. He lived a full life with the woman he loved by his side. They shared over 45 loving years together, his last words were "I love you." He will never be forgotten by his family and friends who know the honor it was to be a part of his life. Surviving in addition to his wife, Charlene, are sons Gregory Hawley (Rhonda) of Albion, Michigan, and Michael Hawley of Marion, Indiana; stepdaughters Gail Wade of Egg Harbor, Wisconsin, and Denise (Kurtis) Gordon, Denver, Indiana; a stepson Miles (Lori) Ratliff of Cold Water, Michigan; a sister Fredda Tarr Sumner, Illinois; 14 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren and a daughter-in-law Regina Hawley. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard Hawley, and daughterin-law Rhonda Hawley. A service celebrating the life of Orley L. Hawley was held at 1 p.m., Friday, Aug. 6, 2021, at the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru with pastor Mark Davis officiating. Burial was in the Reyburn Cemetery with Military Honors provided by the Miami County Military Rites Unit. Family and friends gathered from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, at the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home.
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Farmland 28% for top quality farmland. High appreciation rates were also observed across all land quality classes in the Central and West Central regions. The West Central and Central regions also exhibited the highest value or cost per unit of productivity (per bushel of corn). In 2021, the highest per acre price for high quality farmland was in the Southwest portion of the state, and the highest per acre prices for average and poor-quality farmland were in the West Central region. The 2021 Purdue Land Values and Cash Rents Survey respondents are optimistic that the current land price growth will continue through the end of the year, yet at a slower pace than observed since December 2020. Statewide, respondents expect farmland prices to increase by 3.9% (top and average quality) to 4.2% (poor quality) by December 2021. In addition to agricultural production, farm real estate prices are greatly influenced by the potential to develop land to nonagricultural commercial or residential uses. As a result, the survey collects information about the price of land moving out of agricultural production. The statewide average value of transitional land was $17,759 per acre, a 17% increase from June 2020. Rural land purchased for recreational purposes nearly doubled from $3,876 per acre in 2020 to $7,486 per acre in 2021. While respondents expect transitional land prices to continue to appreciate through December 2021, they expect recreational lands to decline in value. The survey also collects information on the value of farmland moving into rural residences and subdivisions. Respondents provide estimates of the value of rural home sites located on a blacktop or wellmaintained gravel road with no accessible gas line or city utilities. These markets are characterized by a very wide range of values. As a result, responses are summarized by median values (the value dividing a series of ordered numbers in
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County clusters used for survey. half). The median value of five-acre home sites also increased in 2021, with median values between $10,375 (Southeast) to $15,000 per acre (Northeast and Southwest). Similar values were observed for 10-acre home sites, ranging from $10,000 (North and Southeast) to $15,000 per acre (Northeast and Southwest). Respondents were asked to forecast the five-year average corn price, soybean price, mortgage rate, and inflation rate. Respondents estimated the five-year average per bushel average price of corn to be $4.66, an $0.89 per bushel increase from the 2020. The five-year per bushel soybean price was estimated to be $11.15, a $2.08 per bushel increase from 2020. In both cases, the respondents were much more optimistic compared to recent years. As the economy continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, respondents also expect a marked increase in both farm mortgage rates and inflation. The expected mortgage interest rate of 4.9% is higher than that of 2020 but still below average value expected over the last five years. The expected inflation rate of 3.4% is nearly a full percentage point higher than the average of the last five years. Many respondents also noted concerns of inflation risk in the survey comments. Statewide cash rental rates increased across all land quality
classes in 2021. Statewide average rental rates increased by 3.9% for top quality land, from $259 to $269 per acre. The cash rental rates for average and poorquality lands both increased by 4.6% to $227 and $183, respectively. At the regional level, the largest rental rate increases for top and average quality land were both in the Southeast region (11.5% and 6.4%), and the largest rental rate increases for poor quality land were in the North region (5.5%). Across all three land quality classes, the highest per acre cash rent was observed in the West Central region. Rent as a share of June land value decreased slightly in 2021, suggesting that cash rental rates appreciated slower than farmland prices. Some portion of the difference in appreciation rates may reflect changes in expectations between fall 2020, when 2021 rents were negotiated, and the 2021 growing season. However, at least one respondent suggests that “fear of input prices for 2022 is going to restrict cash rents going up sharply” in the coming year. Statewide farmland prices established a new record high in 2021, expanding on the growth from 2019 to 2020. The growth in farmland prices is driven by complex combination of economic forces, including high commodity prices, low interest rates, and low supply of land. While respondents are optimistic
that these forces will continue to support farmland growth for the remainder of 2021, many of the respondents’ comments signal challenges on the horizon. Many of these challenges are related to economic adjustments as we continue to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, but others include changing demand for land use through development in the form of housing or solar energy production. A closely related set of uncertainties are driven by agricultural, environmental, and economic policies, including discount rates, land use restrictions, and tax policy. Thus, while many farmland market participants are encouraged by the growth in land values in the first half of 2021, most recognize that the combination of economic forces driving current farmland price growth are not likely to remain for the long term. The Purdue Farmland Value and Cash Rent Survey is conducted each June. The survey is possible through the cooperation and contribution of numerous professionals knowledgeable of Indiana’s farmland market. These professionals include farm managers, rural appraisers, land brokers, agricultural loan officers, farmers, and Farm Service Agency (FSA) county office directors. These professionals were selected because their daily work requires they stay well informed about farmland values and cash rents. These professionals provide an estimate of the market value for bare poor, average, and top-quality farmland in December 2020, June 2021, and a forecast for December 2021. To assess productivity of the farmland, respondents provide an estimate of long-term corn yield for top, average, and poor productivity farmland. Respondents also provide a market value estimate for land transitioning out of agriculture and for recreational land. The data reported here provides general guidelines regarding farmland values and cash rent.
Obituary Patty (Cain) Smith, 90 Patty (Cain) Smith, 90, Denver, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord at 12:40 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021, at Logansport Memorial Hospital, Logansport. Born Feb. 10, 1931, in Santa Fe, Indiana, she was the daughter of Otto Roger and Vivian (Millican) Cain. On February 12, 1949, in Bunker Hill, Indiana, Rev. J. Harvey Brown officiated the service uniting her in marriage to Omer Glen Smith. He preceded her in death April 21, 1992. For over sixtyfour years, Pat made her home on the family farm northeast of Denver. She was a devout Christian who loved the Lord and was a faithful servant of the Chili United Methodist Church. She retired from Senger Controls
Corporation in North Manchester, where she had worked for twenty-eight years. Survivors include her three children, Merry (John) Gaerte, Macy; Jeann (Stan) Hudson, Roann; and Jeff (Diana) Smith, Denver; seven grandchildren, Ryan Hudson, Ida Grove, Iowa: Nicole Hudson, Huntington, Indiana; LeAnn (Gary) Scacco, Macy; Mark (Nikole) Gaerte, Akron; Brad Smith, Shelbyville; Brent (Megan) Smith, Denver; and Shelli (Josh) Peden, Sheridan; two special brothers-in-law, Carl (Annell) Smith, Columbia City; and George Smith, Denver; and twelve great-
grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters and four brothers. Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 9, 2021, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, with pastor Les Cooper officiating. Burial followed in Chili Community Cemetery, Chili, Indiana. Visitation was from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 8, 2021, and one hour prior to the service Monday, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Chili Cemetery Association. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.c om.
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Community Calendar Aug. 12-14 August 12 - 32nd Annual Denver Festival – 5:30 p.m. – Opening Prayer with Jason See on Main Stage. 6 p.m. – Festival begins with Sweetie Contest, Three on Three open and high school basketball (all ages); 6:30 p.m. – Baby Contest Winners Announced, local Garden Tractor Pull; 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Live music – Grace Pointe Community Church. Aug. 13 Denver Festival opens again at 5 p.m. Double Elimination Corn Hole at 6 p.m. At 7 p.m., Horse Pull. Live music will be played from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. – The Time Travelers. Aug. 14 Denver Festival continues beginning at 7 a.m. with a pancake/sausage breakfast. Adults $7/Children 6 to 12, $5 and children 5 and under eat free. 8 a.m. top 3 p.m. is the town-wide garage sales. Roads will close at 10:45 a.m. to Noon for parade. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Car Show registration across from community building. A 5k Fun Run/Walk for all ages will begin at 8 a.m. with registration from 7:15 a.m. for $20 at the Denver Park Pavilion. From 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. will be live music from Danny T. & The Oddballs. At 10:55 a.m. there will be the National Anthem by Andrea Hoover, age 11. At 11 a.m. the parade will begin with grand marshals, Steve and Sharon Hagan. From Noon to 3 p.m. will be live music by Gunslinger. At Noon there will be three on three basketball for elementary-jr. high ages. It is $30 per team. From 1230 p.m. to 2 p.m. there will be the
unteer Fire Company, 216 N. Main Street, Amboy, will have a Fish and Tenderloin Supper from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The cost for adults is $10 and kids six and under are $6. North Miami Volleyball Car Wash at the old fire station. At 12:30 p.m. will be Co-ed Mud Volleyball behind baseball diamond. Also, at 12;30 p.m. will be the Bicycle Rodeo behind the ballpark. From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. is the Car Show and awards. 2 p.m. will bring the pizza eating contest and 3 p.m. is the Kiddie Tractor Pull on Albert Street. From 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. will be live music provided by the North Miami Marching Warriors. At 4 p.m. the Kids’ Bicycle Mud Bog begins behind the ballpark and at 4 p.m. there will be a Kids Tug of War right after the mud bog. From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. will be live music by Phoenix Rising and from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. will be more live music by Eel River Band. Aug. 14 Groundbreaking ceremony for the National American Huey History Museum will be at 2901 W. Broadway, Bunker Hill. En-
trance is across from the Chrysler Dealership on W. Broadway (IN 218). Admission is $10 Adults, $5 for students. The groundbreaking will take place after the National Anthem/Flyover that begins at 10 a.m. Aug. 14-15 15th Annual Gathering of Veterans & Patriots at 2901 W. Broadway, Bunker Hill. Aug. 14 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Second Saturday – Downtown Peru – Peru Grace Brethren Church invites everyone to a backpack and teacher bag giveaway. They will have crafts and games. The backpacks will have extra supplies for the year. The teacher bags will be full of goodies to make sure teachers are taken care of for the year. Aug. 19 The Amboy Vol-
Aug. 21 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Maconaquah High School Cheerleaders are hosting a mini-cheer clinic in the lower gymnasium. The clinic is open to any girl entering kindergarten through eighth grade. They do not have to be a Maconaquah student. The cost is $30 per camper or $20 for each additional camper who has a sibling. The deadline for registration is Aug. 19. For any additional information, contact Coach Jennifer Lorona at loronaj@maconaquah.k12.in.us or call 765-689-9131, ext. 5605. Aug. 25 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Miami County SWCD/Reese Cover Crop Workshop offering PARP and CEU points. It will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 2745 E. 600 N, Peru. Bring PA# and $10 for PARP. For more information, call 765-473-6753, exten-
sion 3. Aug. 26 11:30 a.m. – to 1:30 p.m. – Marie Stuart Edwards Bronze Statue Unveiling Ceremony at the Peru Public Library. Aug. 28-Aug. 29 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The seventh annual Days at the Pillars will begin Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is located on the property at Seven Pillars in Miami County, Indiana, four miles outside of Peru. Spend a day learning about all aspects of the local indigenous
people and meet other Natives from around the state. Scheduled demonstrations, drumming, dancing, arts, Myaamia language, traditional food and a wikiami village. Visit the website www.miamiindians.org or contact the tribal office at 80 W. Sixth Street, Peru, for more details. Directions to Seven Pillars: Take 124 E for 2.5 miles. Turn right onto S 300 E for 3.1 miles. Turn left onto Mississinewa Road and continue along the road next to the river until arriving at the Miami Nation gated entrance, 5400 E. Mis-
sissinewa Road, Peru, IN., 46970. Aug. 28 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Fifth Annual Junior Achievement Serving Miami County Car Show at the Tiger North Athletic Complex. Gates open at 1 p.m. Dash plaques for the first 50 registered cars. Judging ends at 3:30 p.m. with awards at 4 p.m. The event will have music and entertainment and there will be top 25 awards. Proceeds benefit students receiving Junior Achievement programs at North See Calendar, Page 8
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his business. Caller was instructed to seek protective order. A caller at 6635 S 125 W, Bunker Hill reported damage to her vehicle. A two-vehicle crash was reported at E 300 S and S 675 E, Peru. No injuries were reported. Officers responded to the area of 1804 W Reed St, Miami for a parked vehicle being struck. Local crash
report was completed. Theft was reported at 6797 E 950 S, Amboy. This was unfounded. A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at S Strawtown Pike and E 250 S, Peru. August 1 Burglary was reported at 2404 W Randolph St, Snows Beef Jerky, Peru. A caller at 10949 S
750 E, Amboy located an unauthorized series of charges on her checking account and believed her 16year-old granddaughter was responsible for the charges. She also claimed the granddaughter struck a plastic toy against her minivan, causing damage. A case report was completed. A caller at 2970 W St. Rd. 18, McClure Oil, Kokomo reported theft of fuel at the establishment the evening prior to officer intervention. Officers attempted to contact the suspect vehicle owner by phone, only to learn their voice mail receiver was full. A case report was completed. Officers responded to the area of Wallace Ave. and E Riverside Dr, Peru for a three-ve-
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hicle crash. No injuries were reported. A state crash report was submitted. Dispute over custody was reported at 8784 N St. Rd. 19, Denver. Officers assisted Grissom fire at 1854 Warhawk Rd, Peru with a tree fire. Officers were dispatched to the area of 13625 S 400 W, Kokomo in reference to a possible child abuse. No signs of injury were observed. A complainant at 138 E Broadway St, Bertie’s Tavern, Bunker Hill called in that the door to the establishment was open. When deputies arrived, the door was still open. The officers cleared the building and found no one inside. There were footprints throughout the building, but nothing seemed to be taken. Unable to make contact with owner. Officers captured digital photographs of the
building. For record only at this time. A suspicious package or item was reported at 2590 W Second St, Mexico. Everything checked okay. A juvenile problem was reported at 125 E First St, Converse Mobile Home
Park, Lot 7, Converse. August 2 A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 2593 S Willow Creek Dr, Peru. An unwanted guest was reported at 2738 S 625 E,
Peru. A traffic accident with injuries was reported at S U.S. 31 and W Blair Pike Rd, Peru. A traffic accident with damage was reported at 1728 W Logansport Rd, Proagco Fuel See Report, Page 7
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Report Pumps, Peru. A traffic accident with damage was reported at S U.S. 31 and W St. Rd. 18, Kokomo. A suspicious package or item was reported at 11653 S Strawtown Pike, Kokomo. A traffic accident with damage was reported at 9239 South St. Rd. 19, Amboy.
continued from Page 6 Officers responded to the area of 4305 N Alpine Dr, Mexico for a loud music complaint. Nothing was heard. Ongoing issue with neighbor. Reports of identity theft were taken at 2649 W 300 S, Peru. Domestic disturbance was reported at 3331 W 300 S, Peru. Domestic distur-
bance was reported at 5505 S 100 W, Peru. August 3 A civil issue was reported at 276 S Broadway, McClure’s Oil, Peru. A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 9502 S 300 E, McGrawsville Grain, Amboy.
A traffic accident with damage was reported at 3113 W 300 S Are Enterprises, Peru. A report of cash taken from a vehicle overnight was taken at 2590 W Second St, Mexico. A report of littering was taken at S 700 E and E 850 S, Amboy. A suspicious package or item was reported at Okie Pinokie, Peru. A suspicious package or item was reported at 314 E Washington Ave, Prescott Greene, Apt. 11, Bunker Hill. August 4 A civil issue oc-
curred at 13012 S 1000 E, Converse. Convulsions or seizures were reported at 2026 Shaw Ave, Peru. A caller at 2920 S Hilltop Dr, Farmington Estates, Peru had questions regarding a noise complaint. A welfare check occurred at 2977 S 400 W, Peru. No answer was given at the door. A black Ford Ranger was in the driveway. A radio was playing in the garage. No sound or movement was detected in the residence. Officers at 43031 Keesler CT Peru spoke with individuals regarding a stolen ladder.
A traffic accident with injuries was reported at 2367 E St. Rd. 124, Peru. A suspicious package or item was reported at W 500 S and S 100 W, Peru. Officers arrested Jaclynn McDonald for operation while intoxicated, possession of meth, and possession of a controlled substance x 2. C riminal mischief was reported at 187 E 900 S, Bunker Hill. August 6 A suspicious package or item was reported at Okie Pinokie, Peru. An unconscious person was reported at
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2590 W Blair Pike Rd, Peru. A caller at 151 W Third St, Green Valley Apt. 17, Bunker Hill advised her father told her that her brother and friend are asking for her address. He may be her baby's dad. She was advised to contact again if anything suspicious takes place or has further information. A lawn mower caught a barn on fire at 5039 E 1600 N, Macy. Officers assisted departments with traffic regulating. A semi on W 1100 S and S U.S. 31, Bunker Hill lost some kind of metal, striking the complainant’s passenger tires. No other damage located on the vehicle at this time. Local report only. A subject at 1326 Donaldson Ave, Peru was transported to a Kokomo hospital by his grandmother. A state unit followed them to the hospital. A mental case was reported at 1468 N 400 W, Peru. Everything checked okay. A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 11642 S 450 E, Amboy.
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Calendar Miami, Peru, and Maconaquah Schools. Sept. 4 11 a.m. until finish of tournament – The Miami County F.O.P. Lodge 72 will be holding a Cornhole Tournament at the Amphitheater at Maconaquah Park. Registration is $30 per team and begins at 9:30 a.m. There will be food, water, and beer available for purchase. The top three spots will pay out, the remainder of the proceeds will go to the F.O.P. ACA rules will be followed. The tournament will be double elimination. The event will be postponed if there is in-
continued from Page 5 clement weather. For more information, contact Tyler Shoffner at tshoffnre@perupd.org. Sept. 17 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Grissom Air Museum will have their annual Warbird Golf Outing at the Logansport Golf Club. Logansport Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course located just outside of Logansport Indiana. It features unique and challenging holes that include water hazards and more. Lunch and ranges start at Noon with tee off at 1 p.m. and closing ceremonies at 5 p.m. Teams of four are needed to take on the course and try to win contests such
as hole-in-one, longest drive, closest to the pin, and more. Entry fee is $300 for a team of four and includes lunch, snacks, prizes, range balls, cart rental, and green fees. Tournament proceeds will assist in the funding the B-58 Hustler project. Visit the hustler exhibit project on our website to learn more about the project. Sept. 18 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Substance Abuse Prevention Council (SAPC) is hosting the annual Recovery Month Celebration at the Riverview Event Center on Saturday, September 18, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
There will be vendors, guest speakers, a community update, a car show, awards, door prizes, kids’ games, and free lunch. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Build a Scarecrow at Garden Gate Greenhouse, 3415 E 500 S, Peru. Harvesting Capabilities and Garden Gate Greenhouse are partnering for the Fourth Annual Build a Scarecrow fundraiser for Harvesting Capabilities. $25 to build a scarecrow. Choose from an Adult, Child or sitting scarecrow. All supplies will be provided. Sept. 18-19 Block Party 2021 Downtown Peru. Saturday, Noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5
p.m. Live music and vendors. Benefitting a veteran endowment and Rachel and Madalynn Staller.
the stage followed by Money Shot Tucker at 3 p.m. and will close with Brandt Carmichael at 7 p.m.
Sept. 25 9 a.m. - Grissom Air Museum will host its first ever Jeeps, Jets, and Jams event Saturday, Sept. 25. The event kicks off at 9 a.m. with Jeep registration. Jeeps are $25 each and $5 for additional passengers. Make sure to arrive early to secure your spot next to the plane of your choice. At 10 a.m., the gates open to the general public with general admission of $20 per person with children under five being free. At 11 a.m., the Grace Scott band takes
Oct. 16 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Octoberfest at the Miami County Project Building located on the Miami County 4H Fairgrounds. To apply to be a vendor, contact Michelle King at kingsheavenlygifts@gmail.com or 870-926-2164. Nov. 26-28 German Christmas Market with live entertainment in historic Peru on the Courthouse Square. Friday, Nov. 26 – 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 – 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 28 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Event will have a skating rink, German Band, German-made Christmas Ornaments, Christkindlmarkt mugs, German Christmas baked goods and more. Vendors – booth products must be German and/or Christmas related. There are still spaces for paid German entertainment. For more information, call 765-4727655 or email vsdraper@comcast.net. If you have a community event taking place, especially nonprofit organizations, send it to: mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com.