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Charley Creek Inn receives state recognition Presentation among various Fourth of July events around the area By Mandy Mahan mmahan@thepaperofwabash.com

Community members enjoyed some dancing at the Bulldogs performance at First Friday in downtown Wabash on July 3. Photos by Mandy Mahan.

Indiana State Senator Andy Zay presents Mark Ford with the Indiana Senate/House Resolution to honor Charley Creek Inn’s 100th Anniversary while Steve Ford looks on. Photo by Mandy Mahan.

Families and friends gathered at Manchester Junior-Senior High School Saturday night for North Manchester’s fireworks display. Photo by Eric Christiansen

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During the First Friday events on Friday, July 3, in between two musical acts, a group of students led by Emily France, and the Bulldogs on the big stage, State Sen. Andy Zay presented Charley Creek Inn with the Indiana Senate/House Resolution to honor the hotel’s 100th Anniversary. “During the 2020 legislative session, I presented Senate Concurrent Resolution 32, recognizing the Charley Creek Inn for 100 years of business in downtown Wabash,” Zay said. “This establishment is a true treasure in the community, and I’m grateful for the many people who have ensured its success over the years. I’m honored to present this resolution to the Charley Creek Inn as a token of appreciation for its long, continued service to the community.” Howard Kaler, general manager of Charley Creek Inn told The Paper of Wabash County that the award is special for any business, and that he is honored to work for a historic landmark such as the hotel. He also shared that business as usual has struggles due to the pandemic, but that things are starting to look better. “We had an extremely bad March and April and half of May,” said Kaler. “Things are just starting to pick back up. I don’t know if things will be back to the point we were at before all of this for another six or eight months. It has been a slow climb, but it is getting better.” The Georgian Revival hotel opened first on May 6, 1920, as Hotel Indiana. After falling into disrepair throughout many lively decades, the hotel obtained a new lease on life in 2007, when local philanthropist and historic preservation aficionado Richard E. Ford, of the Ford Meter Box family, bought the building and renovated it to perfection. Located in Downtown Wabash, the Charley Creek Inn is a historic boutique hotel standing as a proud symbol of the 1920s. After a two-year restoration, the Charley Creek Inn is the perfect place to rediscover history, romance, culture & the arts and in 2011 received the Cook Cup–Indiana’s highest award for historic preservation. Charley Creek Inn has 30 guest rooms and suites, with 20th-century décor and 21st-century amenities. Amenities include on-site dining in “Twenty” & shopping in the Wine & Cheese and Ice Cream & Chocolate Shoppes. The Inn also houses meeting and event facilities with nearby museums, parks, attractions, and events–all within walking distance. In honor of the milestone, the hotel is offering a memorial Centennial Package once travel restrictions lift, that includes an overnight stay, $50 resort credit, a commemorative 100th Anniversary collective wine gift box with two glasses and choice of two different wines. Also, the Green Hat Lounge is celebrating the anniversary with a signature Centennial Cocktail: “Wabash Cannonball;” there are also drawings for free lunches included in the celebratory events of 2020. As another part of the celebration, four additional rooms are being named for outstanding citizens/organizations in the Wabash community. Waterworks industry manufacturer Ford Meter Box Company, American Christian author Colleen Coble, Miami Indian Nation/Frances Slocum, and White’s Residential & Family Services/basketball Olympic Gold Medalist Clyde Lovellette will be honored in a room naming ceremony at a later date. The award presentation during the First Friday celebration was one of many activities over the Fourth of July weekend. Roann hosted a breakfast to raise funds for the Roann Covered Bridge Festival. It also had lawn and antique tractor pulls throughout the day. In North Manchester, Manchester University collaborated with Manchester Community Schools and the town of North Manchester to present the 2020 Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Display. The free celebration kicked off with the Manchester Civic Band performing. The Rotary Club of North Manchester will sell food, water and soft drinks. The North Manchester Fire Department litup the sky over the high school baseball field with fireworks. Wabash also hosted its annual fireworks display, with the pyrotechnics being launched from the field behind the Wabash Street Department. That performance, visible from many spots around the city, including the Field of Dreams, lasted about 25 minutes.

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New Trolley No.85 is unveiled to the public By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Selected guests were invited Wednesday, July 1, to a VIP Trolley Tour by officials of Visit Wabash County. Visit Wabash

County and the City of Wabash took possession of the trolley, dubbed Trolley No.85, earlier in June. On Tuesday, guests were invited to take a ride from the Visit Wabash County office on South Miami Street to White Rock

Recreation where they were treated to wood fire pizza. While en route to White Rock, riders learned about some of the details the new trolley has to offer. “We now have a wheelchair lift that actually works,”

Tourism Manager Jennifer Long-Dillon told those on the ride. “We can actually get two wheelchairs in here.” Two of the back benches in the trolley lift up to make room for the wheelchairs. “They’re forward facing so they can face this way,” she said from the front of the trolley. The rear of the trolley also opens up to a politician’s platform. Long-Dillon said this platform is much more safer than the platform on the original trolley, which had a gate that could be opened and closed. “I did not like that,” she said. “It made me a nervous wreck. So, we enclosed the back platform.” The engine on the new trolley also runs more quietly than the original trolley, which helps make hearing announce-

Jennifer Long-Dillon discusses features of Trolley No.85 during a trip on Wednesday morning. Photo by Joseph Slacian ments made during various tours much easier. The trolley also has back-up cameras and cameras all the way around the trolley. The trolley can now hold up to 40 people, and all the seats are padded to make the ride more comfortable. The trolley will be used for various events around Wabash County, including tours, festivals, First Friday celebrations and more. In addition, it can be rented by business and individuals for a variety of functions. Officials began exploring the pur-

chase of a new trolley after the former 20 passenger trolley started to show significant mechanical and safety concerns. With age, the vehicle has become increasingly hard to service. The 20-passenger trolley was purchased used in 2014 in partnership between Visit Wabash County, the City of Wabash, and Wabash Marketplace as a vehicle to be used as a people-mover for large festivals and events. The request for use of the trolley continues to increase year after year for private tours and public events.

In 2019, Trolley No.85 had 2,611 riders total from festivals, First Fridays, private events, and experience tours. Because of the increasing mechanical issues, the trolley was unable to run for many private and public events. Due to the age of the vehicle, it is nearly impossible to find parts to repair and maintain it. Understanding the service and programs that the trolley offers the local community as well as attracting tourism to the county, Mayor Scott Long recognized the potential Continued on Page 3

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U.S. starting to ‘catch stride’ after pandemic By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Sen. Mike Braun is the first to admit he’s not met many of the goals he’s had after being elected to the U.S. Senate. “A lot of things are taking away from what I was most interested in doing her, and that is to reform a broken healthcare system,” he said during a ZOOM meeting with various businesses and individuals on Tuesday, June 30. “It impacts all businesses. It’s the most expensive thing in our federal budget. It seems to be uncontrollable in terms of keeping federal costs down.” Braun’s talk was sponsored by Grow Wabash County. “We were starting to catch stride, but

I the last year it’s been economy, are going to have a more V-shaped recovery,” impeachment, COVID and now police reform,” he conBraun said. “Some, out of necessity – New York, New tinued. “We will get through Jersey and three or four othall of that. I doubt any of it will we get back to before the ers – had to shut down. We can see what the horrid election.” The talk was designed to result is of COVID-19 when you’re not prepared for it.” have Braun comment on Businesses are developing COVID-19 and its impact on Indiana. Rebounding from their own rhythm, he said, in terms of reopening. the pandemic will take place, “You’re still, though, dealbut how when and how quickly it will happen is still a ing with a lot of repercusSEN. MIKE question mark. sions of what government BRAUN “I think those economies did,” Braun said. “A lot of it that were trying to do two was kind of needed because it was so things at once – respect the disease and, uncertain. We saw the carnage in New not in wholesale fashion, shut down the

Jersey and New York. Now, though, the cat is out of the bag. “This is not as lethal, in any way, of what they said it could be early.” But, he said, there are some areas that officials must still be concerned with. “We’ve got to do a better job protecting nursing homes and the most vulnerable,” Braun said. “We definitely, if we want to get back to even a new normal, we’ve got to be a bit entrepreneurial, as all of us in the business world is, are not only going to have to pay attention to what we were doing before – which I think is the best economy we’ve had in decades – but how do we get a vaccine and herd immunity so that we can get this into the rearview mirror.”

Parkview named among top healthcare systems For the second year in a row, Parkview Health has been named to the IBM Watson Health 15 Top Health Systems list, recognizing the regional healthcare provider as one of the top performing health systems in the United States. The list is comprised of the top five systems in three categories – large, medium and small. Parkview is ranked third in the nation among medium-sized health systems. IBM Watson Health identified the 15 Top Health Systems from a rigorous evaluation of 332 health systems and 2,492 hospitals that are members of health systems. The annual list recognizes excellence in clinical outcomes, opera-

tional efficiency and patient experience. Performance indicators include fewer complications, lower 30-day readmission rates, shorter lengths of stay, faster emergency care, higher scores on patient ratings of their overall hospital experience, and lower episode-ofcare expenses for the in-hospital through aftercare process. “This recognition reflects Parkview Health’s commitment

to providing the highest quality care at the best cost,” said Mike Packnett, president and CEO, Parkview Health. “Our entire system is focused on providing care that results in better outcomes and higher satisfaction, at a lower overall cost. This is what our patients deserve, especially during this unprecedented time. We are honored to again be named among the nation’s 15 Top

Health Systems through this independent and objective evaluation.”

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Trolley 85 ...continued from Page 2 to leverage the safer, larger trolley to grow the tourism that supports our local attractions, restaurants, and retailers. Long decided to partner with Visit Wabash County and invest in a peoplemover that was safe, efficient, and would serve the city and

county in a multitude of ways. The vehicle cost just more than $200,000, which the city had budgeted for this year. Hometown Trolley based in Crandon, Wis., produced the vehicle to the specifications of local officials.

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LaFontaine residents upset washed out bridge still not repaired By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

A group of LaFontaine area residents are upset with Wabash County officials at what they say is a lack of response by the county to repair a bridge between that community and Somerset. Bridge 144 on Wabash County Road 1050 S was washed out in February 2018 following heavy rains. At that time, erosion caused land and the road around the bridge which crosses Grant Creek

to erode away, leaving a giant hole on either side of the bridge. At that time, then County Highway Superintendent John Martin told The Paper of Wabash County the roadway would be closed for at least six months, noting that “it serves as kind of a cut through road between (State Road) 13 and LaFontaine. However, several residents believe it is more than that. The locals dub the road the LaFontaineSomerset highway, and say it cuts down travel time between

LaFontaine and Wabash and other points in the county. In addition, they say, not repairing the bridge creates a public safety issue, forcing first responders to travel north or south and then to the east or west, depending on where the call is and where the first responders are located. One resident, Jed Derck began a petition drive to present to Wabash County Commissioners, urging them to repair the bridge. The petition, with more than 250 signatures, was pre-

sented to commissioners at the June 15 meeting. Commissioners, according to the minutes of that meeting, took the matter under advisement. “They’re going to be closing more bridges, that’s what they said,” Derck told The Paper of Wabash County on Thursday, June 25, during an interview at the site. “They don’t have the budget. Well, what’s the Community Crossing money for, especially when you have imminent failure.” Derck said part of the reason for the bridge’s problem is that prior to being washed out, the bridge was dammed by trees in the creek. County officials were notified of the problem, he said, but did nothing about it. That caused water to rise over the approach to the approach, causing it to erode. “The washed out approach was four to eight foot across,” he said, noting that he has attended several commissioners meetings seeking answers. “The only thing they could give was excuses after excuses, passing the blame on to someone else. Two years have gone by. Just recently they have had the trees removed so water could flow back under the bridge. But now we’re faced with a whole ‘nother prob-

Bridge No.144, seen here after it was washed out in February 2018, has still not be repaired by Wabash County officials. The Paper file photo

lem. “They are saying the bridge is not worth repairing and they do not have money to repair two bridges on that road.” The initial cost to repair the bridge was $30,000. However, he noted, because nothing has been done for two years, the eight foot span has grown to 30 feet. “Bridge 144 being closed is hurting commerce in the area,” said Derck, who owns LaFontaine Gravel, which is located east of the bridge. “By closing bridge 144, you are adding minutes on when seconds count. You are limiting the ability of first responders in a timely manner. You are making the whole western side of Liberty Township suffer because of your budget. “Liberty Township and Waltz Township depend on each other for mutual aid, not to mention Liberty has

residents on that side of the bridge as well. By closing bridge 144 you are delaying emergency response times, not only for the fire department but also for law enforcement.” Linda Jervis, who lives on County Road 1050 S, east of the bridge, said those unfamiliar with the area don’t realize the bridge is washed out. “We have lots of traffic that doesn’t know the road is closed, and they go down there and then they really race back by here because they’re aggrevated because they can’t get through,” she told The Paper. The Marion Bicycle Club uses the Wabash County Bicycle Trail a few times a week, she said, and they are upset about the bridge’s closure. “This is such a wonderful route up through here,” she said. “It’s so scenic and they really like it. They don’t like it

that they have to go way out and around.” She said the closure also has caused an inconvenience to her, as far as personal travel goes. “We go to all the Southwood games,” she said. (Traveling west on 1050 S) cuts off a mile over there. If we go to Wabash it’s a lot closer than to go that way. “If we want to shop for groceries or something, we might as well go to Marion. We go to Marion more than we go to Wabash. If the road was open, we’d probably go to Wabash more.” She said she reached out to commissioners last year asking about how repairs were progressing. She said she was told at the time that they were “working on it.” The matter, she was told, was turned over to an engineer. “There’s really been no response from them,” she said. Wabash County Commissioners chair Brian Haupert did not respond to The Paper’s requests for comment on the matter.

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Clean Out the Banks slated for July 25 make five stops along shoals to share learning lessons from local watershed experts. The September 2020 events will depend upon health conditions and final approval by Wabash City, Metropolitan, Manchester, and Emmanuel Christian school officials. “Every school wants to give kids this amazing opportunity if there is a safe way possible,” Wabash School Resource Officer Sam Hipskind said. Hipskind leads the RiverWild safety team made up from fire and EMT departments, sheriff ’s department, DNR, Corps of Engineers, and others. The event also requires approximately 50 adult volunteers to handle the logistics. The River Defenders have also conducted water sampling over multiple years for the Indiana Department of Environment Management and the

Volunteers drag debris up the banks of the Wabash River during a past Clean Out the Banks event. The Paper file photo

Volunteers pile debris pulled from the Wabash River. The Paper file photo Department of Natural Resources. They have planted 1000 Shumard Oak trees along the river, and they worked with the City of Wabash to provide a paddlers, hikers, and bikers campground along the River Walk. In conjunction with the Heartland Career Center and REMC’s Roundup program, River Defenders placed wood duck boxes and other bird houses along all 19 miles of the river. Wabash County Commissioners passed an ordinance which makes certain trash dumping a Class A infraction subject to a fine of $10,000. Hundreds of dedicated river lovers have made clean out the largest volunteer effort in Indiana history. Information is available at the Wabash River Defenders website or Facebook page. Volunteers may join a Clean Out team on the day of the event. Volunteers or team leaders for the cleanout should call Rankin at 260-503-9880 to share their availability and reserve free T-shirts for their team.

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to explore the river and learn about the vast eco systems that sustain it. In 2019, Wabash seventh graders learned about watersheds, water testing, wildlife, and human practices that impact river conditions. Fifteen water rafts were purchased with funds made possible by Owens Corning / Thermafiber. White Rock Recreation is the exclusive sponsor of RiverWild making it possible this year for 480 seventh graders from every school in Wabash County to participate. White Rock is a new local canoe and kayak rental and livery. White Rock promoter Parker Beauchamp wants the river to be more than water flowing downhill. “We are proud of the Defenders, pumped to help the cause and hope to make river access easier and fun for all,” he said. RiverWild students

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This year marks the 10th anniversary since the Wabash River Defenders first began the annual tradition of clearing debris from the Wabash River. Despite Covid19, volunteers will continue Saturday, July 25. “With 19.2 miles of river to cover, we have plenty of room for social distancing,” said Michael Beauchamp, president of the volunteer organization. “We remain committed to improving our river!” The River Defenders are a group of hundreds of loyal volunteers who give a day of work to the river each year. They have removed 136 tons of debris including 5,034 tires, and many computers, TVs, car batteries, discarded barbed fencing, an automobile, the front end of a school bus, and two high powered rifles with scopes. Seventyfive percent of recovered materials have been recycled with the help of the Wabash County Solid Waste District. The River Defenders have Jen Rankin, vice-president, is in charge of the group’s education endeavors. “We want to impress upon kids that it is a personal responsibility to take care of our river,” she said. Last year, the River Defenders began an education float named RiverWild, aimed at seventh graders, who paddle white water rafts down a section between Lagro and Wabash. Students profit from the unique opportunity

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Living Tree placed on Wabash City Hall A Living Tree has been placed on the south wall of Wabash City Hall, thanks in part to the Mayor’s Youth Council. In 2017, the council participated in a contest at the first Mayor’s Youth Council Summit at Indiana University, and won the competition. The council received a $2,500 from Duke Energy for winning the competition, and was asked to use the money for a project in the city. Council members,

along with Mayor Scott Long, decided to have Schlemmer Brothers design and fabricate the tree to honor the former mayors of the City of Wabash on the tree’s root structure. The tree also was to display the names of those businesses and individuals who purchased brick pavers that were removed from the sidewalk areas around the downtown during recent renovations. After the tree was installed, Long said he thought it would

be difficult to read the names of the paver donors if they were placed on the tree. “So I am going to work with Schlemmer Brothers to design and fabricate a metal plaque listing all of the paver donors to place below the living tree to those who gave freely to the city for the original paver project to beautify downtown,” he said. “This beautiful piece of artwork on behalf of the Mayor’s Youth Council will be proudly displayed for years to come and enjoyed by visitors and residents alike.”

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Moving into place: A crane moves a truss into place last week at the site of

the new Pathfinder Services office being built on South Cass Street, near the Wabash County YMCA. The work is being done by Schleppenbach Construction. Photo by Harold V. Chatlosh

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Gillespie retires from MPI Carver

For King & Country performs: Traffic lines up outside the 13-24 Drive-In on Saturday, July 4, for one of two concerts by four-time Grammy-winning pop Christian duo For King & Country. The two performances at the 13-24 Drive In marked the duo’s first concert in the U.S. in 2020 and since the COVID-19 pandemic. Amid COVID-19 quarantine, for KING & COUNTRY joined Kirk Franklin and Tori Kelly to release their new single “TOGETHER” on May 1, debuting the song on ABC’s Good Morning America. Photos provided

On Thursday, June 11, Beth Gillespie retired from her 16 ½ years enriched career as General Manager of Wabash MPI Carver. She joined the company 35 years ago, in 1985, as company controller. She described her journey as exciting, challenging, educational and fun. One of her favorite quotes is from Korczak Zoilkowski (Crazy Horse Monument Sculptor) of whom she has a great deal of respect and admiration: “Never forget your dreams. When dreams end there is no more greatness.” In retirement, Beth is looking forward to spending time with friends, family and working on several philanthropic projects. One being the Lagro Canal

Foundation endeavor and mission. “Beth has been an excellent performer and teammate over the years, ACS Group President Bob Andress said. “Under her leadership Wabash MPI Carver has enjoyed 3 record revenue years out of the past 5 and that performance was pivotal in paving the future towards even higher levels of achievement for the company.” Wabash MPI presses are used in a variety of medical and general molding applications using elastomers, composite, gum silicone, thermoset and other materials. The Wabash MICROLIM hybrid servo-pneumatic press excels at Liquid Injection molding for medical applications.

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Cass Street work continues: Work is continu-

ing on the Cass Street sanitary stormwater sewer separation project. Crews were near the intersection of Cass and Maple streets last week. The work, mandated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, stretches along Cass Street from Burnette Street and travel north to Ferry Street. It also will turn down Ferry Street a short distance toward Carroll Street. Photos by Harold V. Chatlosh

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4 MU professors retire From the MU News Bureau NORTH MANCHESTER â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Four Manchester University professors who spent decades teaching students at the North Manchester campus retired at the end of the academic year. Professor of History Mark Angelos joined the faculty in 1992 after earning his doctorate at the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign. Professor Mark Huntington, dean for natural and health sciences in the College of Pharmacy, Natural and Health Sciences, was instrumental in founding athletic training education at MU and developed the program from a minor into a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree. Professor Steve Naragon, Philosophy Department chair, joined Manchester in 1991. A 1982

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Manchester graduate, he earned his doctorate in 1987 at the University of Notre Dame. Leonard Williams, dean of the College of Education and Social Sciences and professor of political science, joined the faculty in 1982 after earning his doctorate from The Ohio State

University. He served multiple terms as department chair, Faculty Executive Committee chair and Social Science Division chair. To honor their distinguished careers, each has been granted emeritus status by the Board of Trustees.

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By Laura Kurella

When I was a little girl, the only reason I ever tasted rhubarb was because of a dare, which I have, oddly, come to appreciate because it not only helped me to muster the courage to do so thank you, God – but also create a special fondness for rhubarb. Strongly-flavored, somewhat bitter, and resembling a celery stalk that’s been sunburned red then left to grow rogue, rhubarb is a vegetable that is legally considered to be a fruit according to a 1947 court ruling! Originally used in Chinese medicine to help promote healthy skin, improve vision and aid in cancer prevention, rhubarb’s amazing antioxidant content is what appears to be the strength behind this powerful anti-inflammatory food. In fact, a study from China found that rhubarb is effective at reducing inflammation and improving the prognosis for patients with systemic inflammatory reaction syndrome (SIRS), a serious condition that sometimes occurs in response to trauma or infection. A study published in the Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences notes that rhubarb can also promote incision healing by reducing inflammation and blocking the growth of bacteria, and other researchers are finding that rhubarb protects against oxidative stress, and brain inflammation, which has them looking into rhubarb’s potential for staving off brain disorders like

Alzheimer’s, ALS and stroke, among others. High in essential nutrients, including magnesium and potassium, just one cup of rhubarb can help dramatically reduce tension and stress-causing inflammation, along with depression and anxiety. High in fiber, rhubarb is effective at easing digestion issues. In fact, researchers found that rhubarb protects intestinal walls, through an increased secretion of gastrointestinal hormones, and assists in the contraction of the muscles that help food move through the gastrointestinal tract, which helps promote regularity. Offering a whopping 32 milligrams of fiber per cup, rhubarb can help reduce your waistline because fiber helps you feel full faster and longer so less calories will be consumed! Containing Lutein, which is essential for skin and eye health, adding just one cup of rhubarb to your day can dramatically lower your risk of developing certain cancers while also lowering your risk for developing dementia, prevent cartilage from deteriorating, and help prevent painful arthritis. Caring for us like an old friend, rhubarb offers so many rewarding health benefits that eating it should make you feel like a kid again! Here now are some rich and delicious ways to go “Ruby,” too. Enjoy! Royal Ruby Pudding Prep Time: 20 minutes; Yield: 6 servings.

Rewarding in flavor, texture and amazing health benefits, rhubarb offers many rewards – all rolled into every smooth and delicious spoonful of this Royal Ruby Pudding – ah! Photo by Laura Kurella. 1 3/4 cups water 3/4 cup cane sugar 1 1/2 pounds fresh rhubarb, cut into 1/2inch pieces 1/4 cup cold water 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup chilled whipping cream 2 tablespoons cane sugar Heat 1 3/4 cups water and 3/4 cup sugar to boiling, stirring occasionally. Add rhubarb. Simmer uncovered until rhubarb is tender, about 10 minutes. Mix 1/4 cup water and the cornstarch; stir into rhubarb. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in vanilla extract. Pour into serving bowl or dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate. Beat

whipping cream and 2 tablespoons sugar in a chilled bowl until stiff. Pipe through a decorator’s tube or simply spoon onto pudding right before serving. Reviving Ruby-aid Prep Time: 10 minutes; Cook Time: 10 minutes; Cool Time: 30 minutes; Total Time: 50 minutes. Yield: 6 servings. 4 cups water 2 cups frozen rhubarb 1 cup quartered strawberries 6 tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice Ice In a saucepan, combine water, rhubarb, strawberries, and sugar over medium heat. Once it begins to

boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and pour mixture into a heatproof bowl then place in freezer for 30 minutes to cool. Meanwhile, in a pitcher, place fresh lemon juice and set aside. Once 30 minutes has elapsed, strain rhubarb mixture through a fine sieve into the pitcher, pressing solids with the back of wooden spoon, then squeezing with hands to release all the liquid into the pitcher. Compost solids or reserve for another use. Stir well to combine then serve over ice. Store unused portion in refrigerator.

Rewarding RubyRed Crumble Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook Time: 45 minutes; Total Time: 1 hour. Yield: 18servings. 1 cup cane sugar 3 tablespoons allpurpose flour 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries 3 cups diced rhubarb 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 cup butter 1 cup rolled oats Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, mix cane sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, strawberries, and rhubarb. Place the mixture in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, brown

sugar, butter, and oats until crumbly. You may want to use a pastry blender for this. Crumble on top of the rhubarb and strawberry mixture. Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until crisp and lightly browned.

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LaFontaine History Club resumes meeting LaFontaine Liberty Township History Club members met June 25 at the LaFontaine Christian Church with Alec Guenin presiding. Fifteen members were present. Alec gave the program on the KKK when it was active in Wabash County. It was discussed about how we moved forward on the book the club is in

the process of putting

together. It was made a motion and seconded that the club delay publishing the book until 2021. If anyone has anything they would like to see put into the book, please contact Susie Goodpasture. The group had a lively and enjoyable discussion on past residents and activities of LaFontaine and

Liberty Twp. Next meeting will be July 23 at 6 p.m. Place will be announced later. Marsha Jones has a CD that was recorded by Ted Chekouras on the history of the LaFontaine Drug Store that will be played at that time. Everyone is welcome to come. SOMERSET NEWS: Between the wind storm and the

virus the community are struggling to stay afloat here in Somerset. The Community Building has been closed for almost 3 months due to the virus but is now reopened and available to rent. The town sign has been destroyed so it cannot be used to tell people what is happening. More than 30 people volunteered their services to help us at no charge. Officials want to thank the many people who have helped. The Building is available to rent for $100 per day and you can make inquiries or reservations by calling Boots Jack at 765981-4097 or Ed Bailey at 765-480-0362. Thank you for your help. LAFONTAINE LIONS will be having a breakfast on Saturday, Aug. 8. LaFontaine United Methodist Church women will be there selling their baked goods. VETERANS are planning on getting back together for their Coffee and Snack on Friday July 10 at the LaFontaine

Community Building. We have missed seeing everyone over the past several months. LAFONTAINE/LI BERTY TOWNSHIP HISTORY CLUB is planning an updated book about the town and township’s history and events. Photos, businesses (past and present), teachers, newspaper articles, biographies, and stories about early pioneers and settlers will be included, among other things. We are also seeking stories from families who have moved here and made the LaFontaine area their home. One could say or think it isn’t history today, but in 50 years it will be and we are wanting to capture some of these stories and interesting events that have occurred around our community. Please contact Susie Goopasture at 9812033 or Marilyn Speicher at 981-4326 with questions or to submit your story. LAFONTAINE COMMUNITY BUILDING is available for rent. When you rent the building,

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

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Melanie Gale Baber, 64

U.S. Army veteran

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Dec. 22, 1941 – July 3, 2020

July 29, 1955 – July 1, 2020

John E. Gaerte, 98, of rural Macy, went to be with the Lord at 6:37 p.m., Saturday, June 27, 2020 at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. John was born on Feb. 17, 1922 west of North Manchester in Wabash County to the late Ray M. and Annette E. (Schipper) Gaerte. On March 28, 1948 in Wabash, he married Kathryn L. “Katy” Gillespie, who preceded him in death on Jan. 30, 2006. He was a graduate of Laketon High School. He was a World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Army as a part of 2nd Cavalry Brigade in the Philippines and Tokyo, Japan. John was a farmer. On the Gaerte Homestead Farm, he was a dairyman milking Holstein cattle and raising hogs as well as crops for over 70 years. He had been a member of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in North Manchester for over 85 years. In that church, during the candle light Christmas Service in 1947 he placed the engagement ring on Katy’s finger and they celebrated 58 years of marriage before her passing. John was an avid NASCAR enthusiast cheering for Bill Elliott. He was always known to drive Fords and a couple Lincolns along with his Oliver tractors. He was recognized as a Veteran by the Northeast Indiana Honor Flight on June 21, 2011 for his sacrifice for his country. He was blessed with two children that survive, a daughter Marcia Cole and husband John, Akron; one son, John Mark Gaerte and wife Merry, Macy; four grandchildren LeAnn Scacco and husband Gary, Macy; Mark Gaerte and wife Nikole, Akron; Jenna Hillen and husband Josh, Akron; and John W. Cole, Long Beach, Calif.; great-grandchildren Piper Kathryn, Bailey, and Naomi Gaerte, Jacob, Dane, and Kaid Scacco, and Fiona Fish and Silvin Eilt Hillen; step great grandchildren Kodiak Hillen, Analeigh Hillen, Ryker Hillen. He was also survived by a sister, Patricia Lucas of Fishers. He was preceded in death by his parents Ray and Annette Gaerte; his wife Katy Gaerte; and a brother Herbert Gaerte Sr. Services were Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 West Rochester Street Akron, with Pastors Amy Beitelshees-Albers and Jeff Hawkins officiating. Burial was in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, with graveside military rites performed by the American Legion Post 286 of North Manchester. Visitation is Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Donations can be made in John’s memory to the Wounded Warrior Project 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300 Jacksonville, Fla. 32256 or to the donor’s choice of charity.

Nancy Yelle, 50 Enjoyed gardening Oct. 27, 1969 – July 1, 2020 Nancy Carol Yelle, 50, of Greenfield, died at 8:31 p.m., Wednesday, July 1, 2020 in Greenfield. She was born Oct. 27, 1969 in Wabash to Danny G. Roth and Linda (Polfus) Collier. Nancy was a 1988 graduate of Wabash High School. She married Kristopher “Kris” Yelle in Wabash on Feb. 2, 2002. She worked as a pharmacy tech at Hancock Memorial Hospital, retiring after 20 years and was also a massage therapist. Nancy enjoyed gardening and farming. She is survived by her husband, Kris Yelle of Greenfield; father, Danny G. Roth of Wabash; mother, Linda Collier of Calif.; brother, Todd Roth of Greenfield, and her sister, Wendy (Larry) Whitner of Kenosha, Wis. Funeral services were Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with Rev. Nathan Whybrew officiating. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Wabash County. The memorial guest book for Nancy may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com

Michael E. Davenport, 78, of Wabash, passed away at 11:26 p.m. on Friday, July 3, 2020, at Ashton Creek Healthcare Center in Fort Wayne. He was born in Huntington, on Dec. 22, 1941, to the late Robert and Mary (Polk) Davenport. Mike graduated from Noble High School and served in the United States Army. He married Rebecca K. Harrison on Jan. 13, 1967; she passed away on April 25, 2015. Mike worked as a self-employed contractor. He was a 53-year member of the American Legion Post 15 of Wabash. Mike was survived by one son, Keith (Marla) Davenport, of Wabash; one daughter, Shelly (Chris) Neal, of Pinckney, Mich.; one brother, David (Melanie) Davenport, of Fort Wayne; three grandchildren, Michael Neal, of Southfield, Mich., Steven Neal, of Lansing, Mich. and Ryan Davenport, of Wabash; two great-grandchildren, Braelyn and Bristyl Davenport. He was preceded in death by one sister, Karen Lawson. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, with Pastor David Phillips officiating. Calling was from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the Indiana Tech, Athletic Department. Online condolences can be left for the family on our website at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.

Michael Sieling, 64 Former CEO of Bechtol Grocery June 19, 1956 – July 2, 2020 Michael John Sieling, 64, of Wabash, died at 10:15 p.m., Thursday, July 2, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born June 19, 1956 in Fort Wayne to Richard A. and Shirley Ann (Scott) Sieling. Mike was a 1974 graduate of North Side High School, Fort Wayne and received his Bachelor’s Degree from the Indiana University School of Business. He was the CFO for Bechtol Grocery Company in Wabash for the past 14 years. Mike attended the First Presbyterian Church in Fort Wayne. He is survived by four siblings, Linda Sieling, Les (Ellen) Sieling, Anne (Michael) Bechtol, and Mary Sieling. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Mark Scott Sieling. There will be a memorial mass for Mike at a later date. Inurnment will be in the Chapel of Remembrance Mausoleum at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. The memorial guest book for Mike may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Melanie Gale Baber, 64, of rural Wabash died at 12:43 p.m., Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at her home. She was born July 29, 1955 in Huntington to Hubert E. and Clara E. (Briggs) Reed. Melanie was a 1973 graduate of Manchester High School and the Cosmetology Class at Upper Wabash Vocational School. She married Richard E. “Rick” Baber, Jr. at the Laketon Wesleyan Church on Sept. 1, 1973. She retired from Ford Meter Box in Wabash on May 1, 2020, after 25 years. She also worked at Pine Branch in Wabash and the Wabash County Jail. She enjoyed gardening, raising flowers, working crafts, and was a F.I.S.H. food pantry volunteer. She is survived by her husband, Richard E. “Rick” Baber of Wabash; two children, Cameron (Heather) Baber of Goshen, and Korie (David) Young of Forney, Texas; seven grandchildren, Tanner Baber, Ellie Baber, Tucker Baber, and Tatum Baber, all of Goshen, Carter Sheets, Karrington Young, and David Young III, all of Forney; brother, Myron (Cheryl) Reed of New Haven; and sister, Christine (Stan) Robison of Roann. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Greg and Chris Reed. Funeral services were Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, with Myron Reed officiating. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, at a later date. Calling was Monday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Wabash County Cancer Society. The memorial guest book for Melanie may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Wallace “Wally” Dingess, 68 Loved classic cars Jan. 28, 1952 – July 5, 2020

Wallace “Wally” Dingess, 68, Servia died on July 5, 2020. He was born Jan. 28, 1952. Services will be July 10, 2020 at 10 a.m. with calling one hour prior at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

James “Jim” W. Carpenter, 91 Enjoyed woodworking Oct. 13, 1928 – June 28, 2020

James “Jim” Carpenter, 91, North Manchester died June 28, 2020. He was born Oct. 13, 1928. Services for Jim will be at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

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David Renkenberger, 72

Vicki Howell, 69

Enjoyed drag racing

Enjoyed planting trees

Aug. 19, 1947 – July 2, 2020

Sept. 1, 1995 – July 2, 2020

David Allen Renkenberger, 72, of Wabash, died at 1:11 p.m., Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Brookdale of Carmel. He was born Aug. 19, 1947 in Loganpsort to Robert F. and Mary E. (Metzger) Renkenberger. Dave graduated from Logansport High School in 1965, and received his BS degree in Industrial Technology from Indiana State University in 1969. He married Belinda Kay Albright at the 9th Street Christian Church in Logansport on July 12, 1969. Dave worked at Wabash Metal Products (MPI), at Diehl Machines, and Wabash Magnetics, and Advanced Engineering in Huntington. He also worked part time at the Honeywell Center in Wabash, 26 years. He was a member of the Wabash Christian Church. Dave enjoyed drag racing, working on the computer, working at the Honeywell Center, and watching the Chicago Cubs and Purdue Basketball. He has lived in Wabash since 1971, coming from Logansport. He is survived by his wife, Belinda Renkenberger of Wabash; two children, Jeff (Christina) Renkenberger of Austin, Texas, and Christy (Melvin) Webb of Peru; and five grandchildren, Daymon Renkenberger, Devin Webb, and Chloe Webb, all of Peru, Margaret Renkenberger and Audrey Renkenberger, both of Austin, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 2020 at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with Rev. Carolyn Reed officiating. Burial will be in Ever Rest Memorial Park, Logansport. Calling was 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Wabash Christian Church. The memorial guest book for Dave may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Ricky Lee Baughman, 66 Enjoyed cooking May 26, 1954 – July 4, 2020 Rickey Lee “Rick” Baughman, 66, of Wabash, died at approximately 3 a.m., Saturday, July 4, 2020 at his home. He was born May 26, 1954 in Fayetteville County, W. Va. to Glen and Glenna Pearl (Butcher) Baughman. Rick was a 1972 graduate of Southwood High School and received a certificate in HVAC from Ivy Tech. He married Laura Kessinger in Wabash on Sept. 18, 1993. He worked as a gas serviceman for NIPSCO in Wabash the past 18 years. Rick was an active member of the Christian Heritage Church and the Hanna Masonic Lodge in Wabash. He was a people person, and helping people made him happy. Rick also enjoyed cooking new and different foods, but cheesecakes were his specialty. Rick enjoyed driving his convertible with the top down for wind therapy, but his family was the most important thing in his life. He is survived by his wife, Laura Baughman of Wabash; six children, April (Dave) Buompane of Carey, N.C., Chris Frank of Bunker Hill, Aaron Baughman, Heather Baughman, Sabrina Frank, and Olivia Baughman, all of Wabash; three grandchildren, Sofia Buompane and Jackson Buompane, both of Carey, and Alex Frank of Kokomo; and three brothers, Terry (Noni) Baughman of Salinas, Calif., Craig (Trina) Baughman of Huntington, and Rodney Baughman of Marion; and his good friend and co-worker, Diane West of Wabash. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Mike Baughman. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Christian Heritage Church, Wabash, with Pastor Tim Prater officiating with calling one hour prior. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Christian Heritage Church. The memorial guest book for Rick may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Vicki Sue Howell, 69, of Wabash died at 5:16 p.m., Thursday, July 2, 2020 at her daughter’s home in Lagro. She was born April 21, 1951 in Gibson County to Forrest and Ruth (Corn) Miller. Vicki was a 1969 graduate of Fort Wayne Snider High School. She married Okie Howell, Jr. at the Laketon Wesleyan Church on Sept. 1, 1995. She worked at Heckman Bindery in North Manchester, was an EMT, and a homemaker. She was a former member of the Silver Lake Wesleyan Church. She enjoyed her dogs, gardening, planting trees, music and reading. She especially loved her family. She is survived by her husband, Okie Howell, Jr. of Wabash; four daughters, Rebecca Homan of Naples, Fla., Jennifer (Jared) Cooper of Leesburg, Christina (Ed) Homan-Church of Lagro, and Cynthia (Mark) Reed of Warsaw; mother, Ruth Miller of Wabash; twelve grandchildren, Jared, Michelle, Mickey, Jason, Makayla, Madison, Olivia, Grayson, Addison, Mason, Harrison and Anderson; three great grandchildren, Emma, Evan, and Lillian; two brothers, Rick (Susan) Miller of Lagro, and Randy Miller of Wabash; one sister, Debbie (Brad) Frieden of Wabash; three step children, six step grandchildren, and two step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Forrest Miller. Funeral services and calling were Monday, July 6, 2020 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash, at a later date. Preferred memorials are the Multi Township EMS in Warsaw or the Pike County Historical Society. The memorial guest book for Vicki may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Kenneth Dickey, 98

Martin Sacks, 73

Lifetime dairy farmer

Lifelong farmer

May 2, 1922 – July 4, 2020

March 27, 1947 – June 30, 2020

Kenneth Dickey, 98, North Manchester, died July 4, 2020. He was born May 2, 1922. Service will be July 11 at 10 a.m. at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester with calling one hour prior.

Martin Sacks, 73, Warsaw died on June 30, 2020. He was born on March 27, 1947. Services will be July 16 at 6:30 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, with calling two hours prior.

Police and fire reports Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents June 11 At 1:09 p.m., a vehicle driven by Mark A. Crowder, 57, Monticello collided with a utility pole on State Road 15 near County Road 700 North. June 17 At 2 a.m., a vehicle driven by Lindsay J. Spencer, 38, Marion ran off the road on State Road 16 near County Road 650 East. June 19 At 8:19 p.m., a vehicle driven by Abigail L. Rife, 22, Wabash collided with a deer on County Road 500 South near County Road 550 West. June 20

At 7:58 p.m., a vehicle driven by Anthony S. Guy, 44, Swayzee was damaged in a hit and run. June 22 At 3:40 a.m., a vehicle driven by Miles B. Hearn, 27, Wabash ran off the road on County Road 300 West near State Road 124. At 1 p.m., a vehicle driven by Sue A. Smith, 49, LaFontaine collided with a pedestrian on a bike on Slocum Boulevard near Miami Road. At 10:08 p.m., a vehicle driven by Scott D. Wallen, 46, Roann collided with a deer on State Road 15 near County Road 895 North. June 23 At 9:47 a.m., a vehicle driven by Bobby L.

Christlieb, 64, Fort Wayne collided with a deer on State Road 114 near County Road 300 West. June 24 At 9:38 p.m., a vehicle driven by Britton S. Laypoole, 17, Van Buren collided with a deer on County Road 600 East near County Road 1050 South. June 27 At 9:40 a.m., a vehicle driven by Joshua J. Combs, 36, Wabash ran off the road on 6648 Old State Road 15. At 8:26 p.m., a vehicle driven by Cherish A. Allen, 17, Wabash ran off the road on State Road 15 near Cloverleaf Drive. June 29 At 5:40 a.m., a vehicle driven by Stephanie A. Gray, 40, LaFontaine collided with a deer on State Road 15 near County Road 100 East. North Manchester Citations June 26 Kimberly A. Wilcox, 55, Urbana, cited for failure to yield to a funeral procession. Arrests June 30 12:28 p.m., Daniel J. Stacy, 39, North Manchester arrested on warrant for possession of synthetic drug, possession of a

narcotic drug and unlawful possession of a syringe. Accidents June 26 At 9:19 a.m., a vehicle owned by April M. Smith, 39, Wabash was struck by a vehicle that left the scene in the 1100 block of North Wayne Street. June 28 At 5:43 p.m., a vehicle driven by Braden J. Ripplinger, 18, Wabash struck a sign at the intersection of State Road 13 and State Road 114. June 29 At 2:43 p.m., a vehicle driven by William H. Hartje, 64, Claypool struck a dog in the 600 block of West Main Street. Fire June 25 10:04 p.m., 400 block of State Road 13 West for medical assist. June 27 6:56 a.m., 700 block of Bond Street for medical assist. 11:31 a.m., Chestnut Court for medical assist. June 28 4:01 a.m., 700 block of Bond Street for medical assist. 9:19 a.m., 1100 block of West 4th Street for medical assist. Continued on Page 13

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2 die in seperate area roadway crashes Two people lost their lives in traffic accidents last Thursday, June 2, on area roadways. At approximately 9:51 a.m. on Thursday, officers from the Indiana State Police and the Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department responded to a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 24 at Wabash County Road 500 East, in which a Connecticut man died. The preliminary crash investigation by Senior Troopers A.J. Coffee and Jeremy Perez revealed that Alan Beck, 49, Woodstock, Conn. was driving a 2001

Triumph Tiger motorcycle eastbound on U.S. 24 near Wabash County Road 500 East. Gregory Clem, 59, Jonesboro, was driving a 2016 Dodge Ram 250 pickup truck southbound on County Road 500 East, approaching U.S. 24. Clem crossed the westbound lanes of U.S. 24 and stopped at the medium crossover. He allegedly failed to yield to eastbound traffic and pulled into to the path of Beck’s motorcycle. The motorcycle struck the truck in the passenger’s side. After impact, Beck was ejected from the motorcycle.

Beck died at the scene from injuries sustained in the crash. Clem was not injured. This is an ongoing investigation, but neither the use of alcohol nor drugs is suspected as having contributed to the crash. Troopers were assisted at the crash scene by the Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department, Wabash County EMA, and the Wabash County Coroner’s Office. “Hoosier drivers are encouraged to take a second look before pulling into intersections or making a turn,” said Senior Trooper

Jeremy Perez, an Indiana State Police crash reconstructionist. “Due to the smaller size of motorcycles, sometimes they are hard to see at first glance. Drivers should take their time and take a second look.” Also on Thursday, at approximately 4:05 p.m., officers from the Indiana State Police, the Fulton County Sheriff ’s Department, and the Miami County Sheriff ’s Office responded to a two vehicle crash on U.S. 31 at Miami County Road 1600 North, in which a Tennessee woman died.

The preliminary crash investigation by Troopers Dustin Rutledge and Abby Russell revealed that Elizabeth Annette Stevens, 72, Nashville, Tenn., was driving a 2019 Nissan Rogue northbound on U.S. 31 near Miami County Road 1600 North. Grant Boldry, 23, Rochester, was driving a 2004 Ford F-150 pickup truck eastbound on County Road 1600 North, approaching U.S. 31. Boldry, crossed the southbound lanes of U.S. 31 and stopped at the medium crossover. He allegedly failed to yield to northbound traffic,

on U.S. 31, and pulled into to the path of Stevens’ Nissan. The Nissan struck the truck in the passenger’s side. Stevens died at the scene from injuries sustained in the crash. John Stevens, 75, Nashville, Tenn., a passenger in the Nissan, was flown via medial helicopter to a South Bend hospital with unknown injuries. Boldry was also flown from the crash scene via medical helicopter to a Ft. Wayne hospital. He is believed to have nonlife-threatening injuries. This is an ongoing investigation, but, as

TeLisa Larrowe, 37

Clara Swan, 88

Loved animals

Enjoyed drawing

March 27, 1983 – July 4, 2020 TeLisa Kay Larrowe, 37, of Wabash, went to be with her Lord, at 2:30 a.m., Saturday, July 4, 2020 at her home. She was born March 27, 1983 in Wabash, to Edward Clifton and Brenda (Butcher) Fuller. TeLisa attended the Freedom Life Community Church in Wabash. She loved animals, fishing, camping, her pets, and fish, in her several aquariums. She is survived by her husband, Todd Larrowe; fiancé, Chad Morris; and three children, Braydn Freeman, Alexya Freeman, and Calista Larrowe, all of Wabash; father and step mother, Edward and Iola Clifton of Battle Ground; mother and step father, Brenda and Frank Fuller of Wabash; two brothers, Eric (Christina Dixon) Clifton of Huntington, and TyLerr (Sheere) Fuller of Wabash; grandparents, Soreana Bowman, John & Sue Clifton, all of Wabash; and two step sisters, Robin Meyers of Lafayette; and Briannia Griffin of West Lafayette. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Billy Butcher and Bill Bowman. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday, July 10, 2020 at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with Pastor Tim Morrisett officiating. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. The memorial guest book for TeLisa may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

well as the previously mentioned accident, neither the use of alcohol nor drugs is suspected as having contributed to the crash. Troopers were assisted at the crash scene by the Fulton County Sheriff ’s Department, the Miami County Sheriff ’s Office, the Miami County Coroner’s Office, Fulton County EMS, Miami County EMS, Lutheran Medical Helicopter, Samaritan Medical Helicopter, and the Macy Fire Department.

April 10, 1932 – July 6, 2020

Clara Maxine Swan, 88, of rural Lagro, died at 12:04 a.m., Monday July 6, 2020 at her home. She was born April 10, 1932 in Wabash to Ira and Anna (Story) Wilson. Clara was a 1950 graduate of Linlawn High School. She married Robert H. Swan at the Richvalley E.U.B. Church on May 30, 1952. She owned and operated Clara’s Beauty Shop and was also a farmer’s wife. Clara was a member of the Lagro United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women, and enjoyed singing in the church. She also enjoyed artistic free hand drawing, decorating senior cords, she painted the murals at the Lagro School, and decorated cakes for several years. She is survived by her husband, Robert H. Swan of Lagro; four sons, David (Lecretia) Swan and Larry Swan, both of Lagro, Mike Swan of Valdosta, Ga., and Bobby (Missy) Swan of Lagro; seven grandchildren, Tricia (Mark) Anderson of Greenfield, Megan (Heath) Lehner of Lagro, Nicole (Mike) Couch of Dayton, Ohio, Todd Swan of Prague, Czech-Republic, Brent (Danielle) Swan of Wabash, Kevin (Casey) Swan of Lincolnville, and Jared Swan of Germany; 11 great grandchildren; brother, Don (Sonja) Wilson of Sedona, Az., and sister-in-law, Doris Paul of Warren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother Eugene Wilson; and three sisters, Christine Deeter, Dorothy McKenzie, and Emmalou Wilson. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Lagro United Methodist Church, Lagro, with Rev. Melissa Rice and Rev. Larry Ray officiating. Burial will be in Lagro Cemetery. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Preferred memorial is Lagro United Methodist Church. The memorial guest book for Clara may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Police and fire reports

10:39 a.m., 400 block of West 7th Street for medical assist. 10:48 a.m., 1100 block of West 4th Street for medical assist. 1:48 p.m., 100 block of East Main Street for medical assist. 8:29 p.m., 100 block of South Merkle Street for medical assist. June 29 11 a.m., 400 block of West 7th Street for medical assist. 8:59 p.m., 1400 block of Clear Creek Trail

for medical assist. 10:25 p.m., 300 block of Fellowship Drive for a malfunctioning CO2 detector. June 30 6:11 a.m., 700 block of Bond Street for medical assist. 9:21 a.m., 300 block of Fellowship Drive for a malfunctioning CO2 detector. 11:08 a.m., 1400 block of West Heckathorn Drive for a medical assist. 8:32 p.m., 2200 block of East Street for an alarm. July 1 1:09 a.m., 500 block of West 4th Street for

medical assist. 6:46 a.m., 1000 block of Charlie Street for medical assist. July 2 2:24 p.m., 1000 block of Norwood Drive for medical assist.

Marriage License Ali Nicole Casper, 22 and Carter Wayne Frieden, 24. Courtney Marie Gardner, 27 and Jordan Lynn Culver, 31. Dederick Jessica Michelle, 20 and Preston Wayne Schlemmer, 19.

Brandy Jenelle Eubank, 44 and Eric Scott Webber, 43.

R o s e m a r i e Sandberg, 45 and Christopher E. Gates, 53.

Katherine Daniellle Baker, 28 and Chad Michael West, 32.

Rose Marie Erbugh, 30 and Joshua Lee Garber, 32.

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let the Lions know how much they appreciated the Snack Shack being open for the entire event. The pulling started with the 5,000-pound weight class. First place was won by Randy Renbarger. Second place was taken by Mike Mast. Others tried to kick Renbarger out of first place in this weight class but it was to no avail. Those who attempted were Brian Clifford, Tim Mast, and Jim Mast, Shane Hollopeter, Luke Mast, Brock Mast and Wes Hollopeter.

The 6,500-pound weight class was next. Jim Mast took top honors along with Tim Mast winning second place. The other pullers who tried to make it tough for Jim to win first place were Devon Dafforn, Randy Renbarger, Brock Mast, Paul Leagier, Jessica Miller, Brian Clifford, Mike Mast, Roger Dafforn, Roger Jones, Jim Mast, Steve Emrick, Luke Mast and Bill Kirkpatrick. The last weight class to be pulled was the 8,000 pound. The winner of this weight class went to Devon Dafforn, and second place was taken by Paul Leazier. The other participants that tried to dethrone Devon were Jim Mast, Mike Mast, Brian Clifford, Allen Kirkpatrick, Roger Dafforn, Bill Kirkpatrick and Roger James who tried his best and broke the right rear

axle on his pulling tractor. This was interesting, as to how they were going to load the broken tractor onto the trailer. They called in a friend with a huge bobcat, hooked up a couple of chains and just walked it up onto the trailer. I guess this has happened before as they made it look so easy. All in all it was a very nice day. The pullers enjoyed the event. I got to watch several pulls and the Lion’s Snack Shack made some money. There was a female puller, Jessica Miller. She stated that she didn’t place this time but had fun pulling none the less. She was the only woman that participated among all the male pullers. She stated that she has won before and was not afraid to show them how she and her tractor could pull. URBANA LIONS COMMUNITY BALLPARK is available to everyone and anyone this year. This park is full of items for any activity. Nice huge pulling pad, well maintained ball field for little league baseball, girls softball, slow pitch, fast pitch softball, baseball tournaments, basketball court, playground equipment, pavilion for picnics or reunions with charcoal grill, handicap accessible restrooms with running water and a Lions Snack Shack at your request. This is a unique place and is very well maintained. Call (260) 774-3665 for information and to see if the park is available on the date you would like. CONDOLENCES FROM the Urbana Lions and the Urbana Community to the Lois (Biehl) Roser, Family and friends. Lois was born Aug. 5, 1933 and passed away June 22, 2020. She was 86. PRAYER CONCERNS: Mary Ann Mast broke her left wrist, Max Chamberlain, Orville Chamberlain, Doris Mattern, Kristina Gamsby, Alma DeVore, Jim and Pat Hartley, Jane Winebrenner, Gene Miller is in a nursing facility in Ft Wayne, Phyllis Baker, Ron Continued on Page 16

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Some signs you need to look at your gutters Now is a great time to tackle projects around the house. The weather allows homeowners to make improvements to their homes’ exteriors without worrying about extreme cold, while interior projects like painting are made easier because homeowners can open the windows to allow for proper ventilation. It also marks a great time to prepare for upcoming projects that can make winter work that much easier. For example, now is a great time to take stock of your gutters so you can address any issues before leaves begin to fall or the first snowstorm touches down. Compromised gutters can contribute to water issues in basements and adversely affect a home’s foundation if not addressed immediately, so it behooves homeowners to learn the signs that gutters are in need of repair or replacement. • Gutters hanging off the home: Gutters were once installed predominantly with spikes. However, many industry professionals now install gutters with hanger brackets. Why the change? Spikes loosen over time, leading to the gutters hanging off the home. That can contribute to serious issues if left untreated. Gutters hanging off the home need not necessarily be replaced, but rather secured to the home, ideally with hanger brackets instead of spikes. Brackets hook into the front of the gutter and are then screwed into the fascia of a home. A professional who specializes in gutter repair can perform this task relatively quickly, and it’s an inexpensive yet highly effective solution. • Gutter separation: Gutters that are no longer fastened together can leak and contribute to issues that affect the home’s foundation, siding and appearance. Clogs and the accumulation of debris can cause gutters to separate because they are not designed to hold too much weight. Replacement of separated gutters

may or may not be necessary depending on how big the problem is and the condition of the existing gutters. If replacement is not necessary, separated gutters may be remedied by

securing the joints. • Peeling exterior paint: Paint that appears to be peeling off of your home may indicate that water is seeping over the edge of the gutter closest to your home. When

that happens, water is coming down the side of the house, causing the paint to peel. In such instances, replacing the gutters is often necessary.

It behooves homeowners to learn the signs that gutters are in need of repair or replacement.

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Ron McColley of the Stockdale Mill Association has announced the Mill will not be opening until August 29, 2020 due to the Covid-19. ROANN COMMUNITY Heritage/Main Street has started on some of their projects they will be doing with the grant money they received. The mural on the Roann Community and the wayfinding signs is under way. Coming are benches and welcome sign to the downtown business. LIONS CLUB Calendars: Sorry, but the Lions Club did not receive the calendars until the week of June 22. This is almost three weeks later than usual. We

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will try our best to get them delivered as soon as possible. THE SUMMER FOOD Program is going on at the Roann United Methodist Church from 11:30am to 12:30pm for children up to 18 years of age. Sack lunches can be picked up at the church on Monday,

Wednesday and Friday. The lunch program will operate this way through July 17th which will be the final day. PASTOR WAYNE BALMER of the Roann United Methodist sermon for July 12 will be taken from Matthew 7:7-12 titled “Ask, Seek, Knock”. This will also be Nosey Bucket Sunday for the Children Ministry. Social distancing will be exercised and will disinfect between services ROANN TOWN BOARD will be meeting July 14 at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall. Masks not required but social distancing will be practiced. PRAYERS FOR:

Urbana news Baer, Nancy Christie,Dean & Lois Haupert, Ruth Summers, Paxton Wright, Ava Gibson, Tonya Brunett, Mary Ann Hunsucker, Jan Fitch, Joan Snyder and daughter Jackie, Lowell Karns, Bryan, Susan and Kash Leferney, Bonita

Snell. JULY 11, 2020 Rebel Rousers Car Club of Indiana Inc. will be holding their annual Car Show. This will be held at the Urbana Lions/Community Ball Field. Registration 9am – 12pm. This is an open

Pam Hileman, Sharon Hagan, Rex Renz, Patsy Sucher, Joni Fox, Mike White, Kay Maple, Sawyer Draper (he is at Riley’s Children Hospital), Kay Hapner and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy. God bless you all! CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES: July 3 – Mr. & Mrs. Steve Fearnow; July 8 – Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Galbraith and Mr. & Mrs. Bobby Haecker; July 9 – Mr. & Mrs. Chad McWhirt and Mr. & Mrs. George Conrad; July 11 – Mr. & Mrs. Russell Krom; July 12 – Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Holmes. CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: July 8 – Taylor Krom and

Becky Bogner; July 9 – Braydon Sewell; July 10 – Maureen Tomlinson, Larry Hosier, Bev Richardson and Jaima Vigar; July 12 – Mallory Lynn; July 13 – Dewayne Krom, Nancy Powell and Peggy Morris; July 14 – Jim Krom and Delinda Brower. I CAN BE REACHED by e-mail at meyerann@centurylink.net or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday 10:00am1:00pm. I am also available by phone 765-833-2614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10:00am to appear in the next weeks paper.

...continued from Page 14 and judged show. Judging will start at Noon. Entry fee $10. Top 25 awards with several specialty awards such as best engine, paint, interior, rat rod, long distance and others. Awards presentation at 3pm. The Urbana Lions Snack Shack

will be open for your food and soft drink items. BIRTHDAY WISHES: July 2 Kennedy Chamberlain, July 4 Pat McNabney, July 7 Coy (Wilcox), July 9 Libby Haupert, July 11 Steve Anderson, July 11 Lucas Haupert, July 14

Ethel Fogel, July 11 Jim Krom, July 15 Kevin Baer, July 16 Annisten Warnock and July 16 Sydney Chamberlain. ANNIVERSARIES: July 1 Terry & Carla Krom, July 3 Monte & Chrissy Chamberlain.

PUBLIC NOTICE White's Residential & Family Services at 5233 S. 50 East, Wabash, IN 46992 is submitting a Notice of lntent to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management of our intent to comply with the requirements of 327 IAC 15-5 to discharge storm water from construction activities associated with New Therapy Campus located at 5233 S. 50 East, Wabash, IN 46992. Runoff from the project site will discharge to the Treaty Creek. Questions or comments should be directed to David Michael of Michael Kinder and Sons at 260-744-4359. 7/8/2020

City of Wabash Building Commissioner Notice of Public Hearing before the Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Wabash, Indiana Notice is hereby given on the 28 day of June, 2020, Brad/Karen Bozarth filed with the Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Wabash, Indiana, a petition requesting an appeal of a decision by the Building Commissioner of the City of Wabash, Indiana, to-wit: for the grant of a variance. The location and description of the property for which the variance has been requested is 845 Cambridge Dr., Lot 2 Sec 10 Twp 27N Rn9 6E The description of the action requested in the petition is a variance permitting the expansion of 1 car garage into a 2 car garage and expand size of patio into an enclosed screen porch. The petition and all necessary information relating thereto will be available for public inspection in the office of the Building Commission of the City of Wabash, Indiana, Wabash City Hall, 202 South Wabash Street, Wabash, Indiana from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday of each week until the date of the hearing of the petition. A public hearing will be held by said Board on the 16 day of July, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. in the Wabash City Hall, 202 South Wabash Street, Wabash, Indiana, at which time all interested persons will have the opportunity to be heard on the matters set forth in the petition. James Straws CBI, CFI, CPE Building Commissioner 7/8/20

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Mr. & Mrs. Cledies Holbrook Cledies and Linda (Pelphrey) Holbrook were married June 20, 1970, at Wabash Freewill Baptist church where the couple still attend together! The Holbrooks, their four children along with their families that include 22 grandchildren and four great grandchildren will cele-

brate this special occasion with a family gathering at a later date. The Holbrooks have been blessed to serve the body of Christ together in ministry and will be looking forward to many more years of marriage, loving their family and serving God.

Mr. & Mrs. Merrill Hobbs On July 1, 2020, Merrill and JoAnn Hobbs of 4729 W. Old 24, Wabash, celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. They were married on July 1, 1950, at the church on the corner of Wabash and Stitt Streets, now known as The Sanctuary. Merrill retired from General Tire Factory in Wabash. Joann worked many years as a legal secretary. For the last several years, they have been involved in Standard-Bred horse racing. They have raced at Hoosier Park, Anderson, since its opening in 1994. They presently have a 3year-old filly racing.

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www.terrellrealtygroup.com -ASSEMBLY OF GOD Gospel Light Assembly of God 347 Southwood Dr.; Neil Jeffrey, pastor. Su nday School 9:45 a.m. (all ages); Morning 10:30;

Evening Service 6:00 p.m., Kids’ Korral Wednesday Midweek Service 7:00 p.m., Youth Meeting 7:00 p.m. 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 129 Southwood Dr., Wabash; Phone 563-3009. Terry Hinds, pastor. Worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Morning Prayer Service 11 a.m.; Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 6 p.m.; Bus transportation available, call 5633009. Erie Street Free Will Baptist Church 1056 Erie Street, Wabash; phone 563-8616. Sunday School, 10:00 a.m.; Worship Service, 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service, 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer Service, 6:00 p.m. Transportation and nursery available. Grand Street Baptist Church 1655 Grand Street, Wabash; John Denniston, pastor, phone 765-981-2868; church phone: 563-8409. Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Morning Service 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening 6:00 p.m. 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 CATHOLIC

St. Bernard Catholic Corner of Cass & Sinclair Sts.; Fr. Levi Nkwocha, Pastor. Parish Office and Rectory: 207 N. Cass St., phone 563-4750. Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Weekday Masses: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday at 8:15 a.m. Until restrictions are lifted, all Masses will be live-streamed on St. Bernard Church Face Book page. 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" (Matthew 16:18). 1203 State Road 114 E., North Manchester. 260-982-4404. www.strobertsnmanchester.org. Like us on Facebook. Sacrament of Confession: Wed. 5:30-6 P.M and Sat. 4-4:30 P.M or anytime by appointment. "Therefore, confess your sins to one another" (James 5:16). Holy Sacrifice of the Mass: Sat. 5 P.M., Sun. 9 A.M. and 11:30 (en español), See website for weekday Mass schedule. "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; Rev. Haley Asberry, Minister; phone 260-5634179; website: www.wabashchristian.org. Worship Service 9:30 a.m.; Fellowship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Nursery provided. Find us on 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.

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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 Jesus - Peacefully, 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 Route 24); Evangelist Josh Fennell; office phone 563-8234. Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship Hour 10:00 a.m.; Evening Worship Hour 6:30 p.m.; Mid-Week Bible Study Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Classes & activities for all ages. CHURCH OF GOD (ANDERSON) First Church of God 525 N. Miami St., Wabash; church 563-5346; Robert Rensberger, pastor. Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. for all ages; Continental Breakfast at 10:00 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship at 10:30 a.m. Nursery care is available during worship service. Stair lift available. COMMUNITY CHURCH Grace Fellowship Church - Where Christ is our Passion and People are our Purpose, 4652 S. 100 W., Wabash; phone 260-563-8263; Pastor Lou Hunt. 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; Solomon David, Lead Minister; Michael Eaton, Worship Minister; Nate Plyler, Outreach Middle School Minister; Ryan Keim, Next Steps Minister; Ken Goble, Senior Adults Minister; Taylor McFarland, Women’s Director; David Diener, Student Minister; Tyler Leland, Children’s Minister; Janet Legesse, Early Childhoood Director. 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. Pastor Tom Curry. Office phone 260.563.4051. Worship 10:10 a.m. with fellowship time after service. Bible study 9:00 a.m. for all ages. Wednesday 6:00 p.m. meal with program and activities. 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 Preaching and caring with Christ crucified for you! The LCMS Mission Church in North Manchester is holding services each Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. with fellowship time following in the Life Center Building on 7th and Bond Streets. Please come and worship with us. Bring your family and friends. “For we maintain that a man is justified by faith apart from observing the law.” Roman 3:28 NIV. For more information call Pat at 260-6101961 or email to lcmsnorthmanchester@gmail.com. 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 Services - Sundays: Sunday School 9 AM; Worship: 10 AM. Pastor Jacob Good, 260982-8558. cfcpeople.org

Freedom Life Church (Non-Denominational Full Gospel Church) 480 Washington St., Wabash, IN 46992. Pastor Tim Morrisett, 317385-4400; Worship 10:30am Every Sunday Morning. Wabash Friends Church 3563 S State Rd 13, Wabash. Traditional Worship, 8:30am. Contemporary Worship, 10:45am. Sunday School, 9:30am. Currently only doing virtual services on Sunday morning at 10am until June 14th. Join us at https://www.facebook.com/wabashfriendschurch/ The Lord’s Table - Verse by Verse 1975 Vernon St., Wabash, Indiana, 46992. Pastor Roxane Mann 260-571-7686. 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 7863365. 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. Worship 9:30 am, Sunday School 10:45 am, Bible Study Sunday evenings 6:00 pm. Walk by Faith Community Church 515 Chippewa Road, corner of Chippewa & Beamer Sts. in Roann; phone (765) 833-9931. Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.; Worship: 10:00 a.m.; Children’s Worship: 10:00 a.m.; Pastor - Greg Wilburn. Youth Pastor - Jody Tyner. We invite all to come and worship with us. “Walk by Faith” Youth Ministry meets every Sunday at 5 p.m. www.walkbyfaithcommunitychurch.com UNITED METHODIST Christ United Methodist Church intersections of Wabash, Stitt & Manchester Ave.; phone 563-3308. Chris Tiedeman, pastor. Facilities & provisions for the physically handicapped, hearing & sight impaired. Air conditioned. Sunday multi-media worship service at 10 a.m. with children’s message, Praise Team, and Choir. First United Methodist Church 110 N. Cass Street, Wabash, IN 46992, (260) 563-3108, Senior Pastor-Pastor Nathan Whybrew. Pastor of Visitation - Pastor John Cook. Youth Pastor - Pastor Nick Smith. Sunday Worship Services 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Communion on the first Sunday of each month. 9:00 a.m.-Bible study, 10:15 a.m.Sunday School for Pre-School & Kindergarten following Children’s message. Nursery available. Director of Children’s Ministry Angel Hostetler, FACT (Families and Christ Together) every Wednesday 4 p.m., meal served. Brianna’s Hope (a program providing hope to individuals, families and communities battling addiction issues), every Thursday evening at 6 p.m. with a meal each week. First Friends Child Care ELM (Early Learning Ministry), Ages 4 weeks thru 12 years, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. weekdays, Carolyn Satterfield, Director. Wesley Academy Ages 2 ½ thru Pre-K, Susan Vanlandingham, Director. LaFontaine United Methodist Church La Fontaine United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 57 (Kendall & Main St), La Fontaine; phone: 765981-4021; 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 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 9:40 a.m. Fellowship time; 10:00 a.m. Morning worship. 5848 E. 500 S. Wabash, 765-981-2648. 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. WESLEYAN Wabash North Wesleyan Church 600 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Pastor - Rodger Smith. 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. Change is possible! Whether you are overchurched, 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!

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Wabash County 4-FAMILY GARAGE Sale: Worth the drive! North of Wabash off St. Rd. 15, 4728 W. 150 N. Thursday, July 9, Noon-7pm; Friday, July 10, 8am-4pm; Saturday, July 11, 8am4pm. New items added daily! Day beds (one with trundle). Antiques: hall tree, washstand with mirror & drawers, tables, cedar chest, plant stand, old salon chairs. Good for man cave or she shed! Patio, pool, lawn & garden items. Cleaned out Grandpas toolbox - lots of tools. 16ft. Warner combination ladder, jewelry, quilting squares, household items. Baby clothes - infant-up; girl clothes 7-10, shoes 12/13; boys toddler-5; women M-L; men M-2XL, shoes 10-11. GARAGE SALE: Saturday, July 11, 8am2pm. 1373 North State Road 115, Wabash. Toy chest, clothing, Christmas, home decor, kitchen, lamps, college stuff.

Wabash City 644 BERKLEY DRIVE, July 9 & 11, 8am-5pm. Name brand boys clothes 6 mos. - sz. 8, juniors, women & men clothes, men suit jackets & ties, toys, boys 16” bike, household, craft tables, and storage, more misc. ESTATE GARAGE Sale: 118 Parkway Drive, July 10, 9am-4pm. July 11, 9am-1:00pm. Furniture, lamps, kitchen items, tools, models & collectables.

North Manchester 2-FAMILY YARD Sale: 502 Kech Street, North Manchester. Gas grill, gymnastics bar, leotards, name brand girls clothes (size 10-12-14, juniors), nice women clothes (size 12-14), wall decor, bedding, lots of miscellaneous. Friday, 8am-5pm; Saturday, 8am-3pm. GARAGE SALE: Thursday July 9 (5:30pm8pm), Friday July 10 (9am5pm), Saturday July 11 (9am-?). Lots of nice, clean name brand kids clothes in a variety of sizes. Men’s, women’s, and plus size. Shoes, bedding, housewares, toys, new toiletries, keyboard, women’s bike, chest freezer, seasonal decor, and lots of miscellaneous. Quarter of a mile past Liberty Mills turn. 14673 North State Road 13. Kerr

Urbana HUGE SALE at Urbana Lions Club, 44 Half Street. July 17th, 9am-6pm. Fiberglass trellises, farm table & misc. furniture, household items, vintage ironing boards, easel & more! Audio books, sports equipment, ladies clothes XL-XXL, ladies size 9-11 shoes.

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Public Auction Sunday, July 12, 2020 @ 11 AM 6245 South 600 West, Warren IN We will sell the following personal property at pub publ ic auction located in Huntington County, lic County, at 6245 S outh - 600 W South West, est, W Warren, arren, IN (Mt. Etna). Direc Direct ions: T tions: Take ake St Rd. 9 to St Rd. 124 and turn east. F Follow ollow to 600 W West est and turn south. Take Take to site. WATCH FOR SNYDER & LANGE A WATCH AUCTION U CTION SIGNS SIGNS.. Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Tools & Display Cases Oak library table, store display cabinet with glass top and sides, curio cabinet, nice cedar chest, table top display glass case, vintage advertising gas cans, tobacco tins, Busch Light clock, toy trucks in boxes including Ford tow truck, Allis Chalmers motor scraper, Hamm compact roller and others, racing collectibles, truck parts, socket sets, hand tools, cordless drills, wrenches, (2) floor jacks, Ford 2 row cultivator, large heavy duty rack, angle iron, spinning wheel, mixing bowl sets, blue jars, beaded purses, jewelry, wooden blocks, Flow Blue dishes, scales, pipe holder, lantern, walking sticks, pottery vases, vintage wood wall phone, crock butter churn, antique lawn sprinkler, wood shelving unit, depression glass, pictures, advertising items, comic books, tea set, sterling grooming set in case, mantle clock, cookie jars, vases, vintage child’s tricycle, umbrella stand, marbles, ice tongs, lamps, old baseball mitt and more. Note: This is just a partial listing! See photos at auctionzip.com (enter auction ID# 11648). No Buyer’s premiums at our auctions. Terms of Sale: Cash or check with proper ID. Any statement made day of sale takes precedence over printed matter. Not responsible for accidents.

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MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE Sale: 250 N. Washington Street, Urbana. Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 7am-?? Misses & women clothing, infant & toddler boys clothes, dishes, home decor & other household items, toys, books.

850 PATIO PAVERS: 450 new, 400 used. All the same color, size and style. $50 for all. 260-774-3626. FAIRLY NEW gun case for sale. Holds 16 guns, $100. 260-568-4129.

ACCEPTING PRESCHOOL ENROLLMENT 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR “School readiness” is the curriculum goal for the children enrolled the Heartland Career Center Preschool. The environment and activities planned will • help your child prepare for future educational successes. • encourage the intellectual, social-emotional, moral, and physical development of your child. PRESCHOOL RUNS MID-SEPTEMBER 2020 THROUGH MAY 2021 • The preschool is open to any child ages 3-5 who is potty trained and can use the restroom without adult assistance. • Preschool days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Morning preschool classes 9 AM – 11 AM Afternoon preschool classes – 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM • Space is limited.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND ENROLLMENT APPLICATION:

www.hcc.k12.in.us PH: 260-563-7481 rhiggins@hcc.k12.in.us (Licensed Teacher)

The Wabash City Police Department is accepting applications for the position of

Probationary Police Officer starting June 15, 2020 through July 17, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. Applications, job description, and agility test requirements can be picked up in person at the Wabash City Police Department located at 1340 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, Indiana Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

BENEFITS PACKAGE: •Probationary salary $49,319.00 •Career Progression Incentive Pay-Longevity, Promotional opportunities through rank structure • Take Home Car after two years residing within Wabash City limits • Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Eye Insurance •Life Insurance •Paid Vacation and Sick leave Under Indiana Code 36-8-4-7, a person may not be appointed as a member of the Wabash City Police Department after the person has reached thirty-six (36) years of age. Under Indiana Code 36-1-20.2 (Nepotism), a person may not be appointed as a member of the Wabash City Police Department who is related to any officer of the department. Meet the residency requirements of Indiana Code 36-8-4-2. The City of Wabash is an equal opportunity employer.

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FREE LUMBER SCRAPS WANTED for craft projects. Any kind of lumber scraps would be appreciated! Let me know what you have and I will come look at it and haul it away. Call or text 260-494-2991. URGENT! IN NEED of 3-4 bdrm to rent, willing to clean, paint, do maintenance, whatever it takes! Need ASAP. Call 260-5719850.

Mobile Homes

FOR RENT: 3 bedroom and 2 bedroom mobile homes. Located at Lakeview Mobile Home Park, only minutes from town! Call 260-568-4798.

2 BEDROOM

UNITS AVAILABLE NOW Pet friendly with proper paperwork!

Lost Dog • Reward

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

Hearing Impaired Only Call TYY 711 Rental Assistance may be available for those who qualify Rent Includes: Water, Sewer and Weekly Trash Removal. On-Site Laundry Available “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”

Missing Since June 10th from Northwest Wabash Co. Please Call 260-633-1053 or 260-633-1055

FOR SALE $3,500

CALL 260-571-4138

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