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Solid Waste Management District welcomes new executive director by Danielle Swan DSmith @thepaperofwabash.com

Effective Jan. 1, Jen Rankin became the executive director of the Wabash County Solid Waste Management District, whose office is located at 1101 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Rankin was previously a resident of the Noblesville area, and she moved to Wabash in search of a different atmosphere in which to raise her sons. “My dream was to get them out of the city environment and move to what I felt was a more wholesome area, a smalltown feel,” she explained. “I had friends that lived in Wabash County and they just sang praises to the school systems, to the college and to the opportunity for education. I was hoping for better school systems and I believe I got that.” Rankin’s education began at Ball State University before she

transferred to University of Indianapolis. She began studying in the medical field, and ultimately changed directions and focused on business administration and management. She then went on to obtain her real estate license. “I started my own branch of the business with a partner and we offered full real estate services as well as licensed real estate appraisal. When the market started to decline, I looked at it as my opportunity to come here,” Rankin said. She continues to offer consultation for real estate agents in the Indianapolis area on a volunteer basis. Rankin’s tenure at Wabash County Solid Waste Management District began in 2007, when she served as a part-time receptionist. She then went on to serve as an office manager before serving in dual roles as office administrator

JEN RANKIN is now the executive director of the Wabash County Solid Waste Management District. She plans to expand the educational and community involvement aspects of the District as well as facilitate more one-day recycling events. (photo by Danielle Swan) and assistant director. With her appointment to executive director,

her responsibilities have evolved. “My responsibili-

Local family purchases The Works Ice Cream Cafe by Brent Swan Effective Jan. 1, Trent and Diane Miller, along with sons Austin Foust and Zack Miller, purchased The Works Ice Cream Café, 396 Manchester Ave., Wabash. “About two years ago, I was a regular customer in here, and got to know the owner real well,” Diane said. “We would talk on about a daily basis and I put it out there that if she was ever interested in selling the business to let us know. In August or so, she contacted us and said she was interested in retiring.” It was then the Millers decided to move forward and purchase the business from Cheryl Jackson and her family. “Cheryl and her family had ran the business for the past 12 years and had a tremen-

TRENT AND DIANE MILLER, along with their sons, Austin Foust and Zack Miller, recently purchased The Works Ice Cream Café, 396 Manchester Ave., Wabash. The family also owns Joe’s Diner. (photo by Brent Swan) dous business going,” Diane Spuds, and gourmet chocosaid. “They had a good cus- lates and candy, so we felt like tomer base already in place, there wasn’t much need to and were selling over 50 kinds change coming in.” of ice cream, food, Super (continued on page 7)

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ties have changed primarily in the research and development areas,” she explained. She is now responsible for developing new programs and overseeing those programs, and she is currently working on a plan to expand programming. The first and largest part of her plan is to make use of the educational value of the facility. “I would like to, and I’ve already started, developing a new education program where we can use this wonderful facility more,” she said. “We have this beautiful area developed. It’s all done in LEED Certification Specifications. It’s all high-efficiency. We used salvaged materials, sustainability materials and all recycled materials.” The Wabash County Solid Waste Management District purchased their office

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facility, which formerly housed Wabash County REMC, in 2004. In 2006, they obtained grants to complete the sustainability and environmentally friendly renovation. In 2009, they were honored with the Green Innovation Award for Northern Indiana for their project. To save on electricity, the facility features geothermal heating units and LED lighting set to sensors, which shuts off when a room is not in use. Many materials were salvaged including wood products and windows. The carpets, floor mats, countertops, moisture barriers, roof, ceiling tiles, siding, display cases, and much more were all crafted from various types of recycled materials. “The flooring is bamboo, which represents sustainability. Bamboo reaches a

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maturity where it can be harvested and made into flooring and such between five and six years, where a tree of the same size will take 10+ years,” Rankin said. The cabinetry is made from sorghum stalks, all of the paint used was environmentally friendly and wall panels were made from bear grass. The insulation of the building is made from a byproduct of steel processing. “Literally just about everything you look at in this office was either a sustainability product, a recycled product or a salvaged product,” she said. Rankin hopes to use the facility as an educational tool, to demonstrate the recycling process from start to finish. She recently hosted a group of 27 Manchester College (continued on page 7)

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Baby’s heroic story unites thousands in prayer and support by Danielle Swan DSmith @thepaperofwabash.com

In the Dec. 14, 2011, issue of The Paper, local resident Timothy Butts shared the story of his grandson, Evan Wolfe, who was battling a rare form of brain cancer. Baby Evan was born on Jan. 19, 2011. On Jan. 28, 2011, he was introduced to his family at his first gettogether. On Jan. 28, 2012, his family gathered again to say their final farewell at his memorial service. Baby Evan’s story captivated followers from all over the world as the result of news articles in his hometown of Albuquerque, N.M., and two Indiana newspapers as well as an online journal kept by his mother, Stacy Wolfe. The online journal has now been viewed more than 48,000 times.

Evan passed away peacefully in his New Mexico home in the space between his parents in their bed, which he had occupied during the long months of his illness. “He was never alone,” Butts said. “Stacy’s twin sister and mother would come over during the day and Stacy would take breaks when she could, but she never left him.” Since Nov. 29, 2011, Evan was only able to be hydrated, but not fed. “The oncologist wanted her to stop the hydration and she told him ‘I cannot do that. If he is going to die it’s going to be because the cancer took him, it’s not going to be because of something I deprived him of,” Butts said. “The fact that he was not able to fed from Nov. 29 and he still made it to Jan. 21, I

just have no plausible explanation for that.” In the weeks following Evan’s death, his family, especially Stacy, has continued to benefit from the enormous response his story has received. “She’s raw, there’s no two ways around it,” Butts said of his daughter. “She takes a great deal of solace and comfort from the fact that Evan united so many people.” He went on to discuss the outpouring of support from members of the Wabash community. “I am stunned. I will always, always have a special place in my heart for the folks of Wabash and how they responded and reached out,” he said. Butts and his son, Justin Tobyas, traveled to New Mexico for Evan’s memorial service, and he recalls one particularly poignant moment

from the service. “Tracy, Stacy’s twin sister, got up to read what she had written and she stood up there in the spotlight and her voice began to quaver and all of a sudden her sister was standing beside her and it was very symbolic of how they have stayed together through all of this,” he said. Butts has continued to remain in awe of his daughter and her display of strength throughout Evan’s illness. “I learned so much from her through all of this. You reach an age where you have taught your kids and you think ‘Well, I’ve imparted the lessons’ and then they start imparting lessons back. She is just a remarkable woman,” he said. Butts feels that Stacy, who had undergone months of fertil-

ity treatments to be blessed with a child, will always treasure the past year. “She so desperately wanted to be a mom that this will be a year that, with all of its struggles, she will still cherish,” he said. Evan’s family has remained strong in faith through the past year, and they hope that others will not lose faith because it would seem that their prayers for a full recovery were not answered. “As Tracy pointed out, Evan didn’t lose. He won his quest to unite people,” Butts said. “He is a spiritual giant on the other side.” He concluded by saying, “Evan, with his story, allowed people to reach deep within themselves and discover everything about the world that is good. I think they figured out that

Beacon Credit Union returns over $887,519 to its member-borrowers on New Year’s Eve

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Rep. Dan Burton announces he will not seek re-election Rep. Dan Burton (RIN-05) issued the following statement announcing that he would not seek reelection to Congress in 2012: “It has been an incredible honor to serve Hoosiers, first as a State Representative and State Senator at the Indiana State House and then to serve my

Applications for the 2012 Beauchamp & McSpadden SelfReliance Award are currently being sought by the Wabash Kiwanis Club through Feb. 24. The Beauchamp & McSpadden SelfReliance Award is designed to honor high school seniors who have overcome difficult life circumstances and demonstrated strong selfreliance to achieve

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House passes Secondhand Smoking Ban

The bill that passed the House is a comprehensive ban with exemptions, including gaming facilities, cigar and hookah bars, tobacco stores and private clubs. Private clubs are allowed to have their membership vote to permit smoking. If smoking is allowed in the club, no one under 18 will be allowed to enter. Bars are subject to the ban, but have an 18-month grace period to prepare for the ban. While the bill has passed out of the House five times, it

has never been considered on the floor of the Indiana Senate, but that seems likely this year. Senators Gard and Alting will carry the bill in the Senate. The Governor has endorsed the most comprehensive smoking ban possible. Indiana still has over 1 million smokers. A strong statewide tobacco prevention and cessation program is critical to reduce the number of smokers and as a result reduce health care costs for everyone.

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gang a young man called John Dillinger and gave him his training in bank robbery. (From LAKETON by Ron Woodward) TORNADO SIREN UPDATE: The Laketon/Pleasant T o w n s h i p Association is pleased to announce that the tornado siren was checked out by J. & K. Communication Inc. They found that the siren board needed repaired. It has been fixed and tested by the technician. The first siren alarm test will be Feb. 7 around 3 p.m., and will be the first Tuesday of the month thereafter. I’d like to thank Bill Proffitt for keeping on this and getting the job done. THE AMERICAN LEGION would like to thank everyone who came to the Legion on New Years Day for a corn beef and cabbage meal. Remember, you can still get breakfast and/or lunch every Monday at the Legion. P L E A S A N T TOWNSHIP FIRE D E PA R T M E N T YEAR END REPORT: Pleasant Township Fire Department responded to 194 emergency incidents in 2011. 81 were medical runs, 19 vehicle accidents and 94 were for fire and other emergency related incidents. Total man hours

spent on emergency incidents was 1,389. Total man hours spent on training was 1,360. Adam Casper is the fire chief, Mitch Steele is assistant chief, Jim Sleighter and Kent Trickle are captains and Stan Bagley is a lieutenant for the Department. (From Kent Trickle) L A K E T O N SEWER UPDATE: The Sewer meeting was held Jan 19, and due to the bad weather that night the engineer and the people from Wabash couldn’t make it. The locals discussed the Income Survey and the need for 30 more responses on the survey. It is very important for those of you who haven’t sent in your survey to please do so. The more surveys sent in will help in determining the cost to all. The possible location of the sewer plant was at the refinery, but some controversy over that location has led to other possible locations from the Engineering Study, one of which is to send to North Manchester. The other is to build Laketon’s own sewer plant. The committee is checking into which option is best for the Laketon community. The next Sewer Meeting will be held Feb. 16. All meetings are held the third Thursday in every month. (From Stan

Bagley) THE LAKETON / PLEASANT TOWNSHIP ASSOCIATION had a meeting on Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. The new officers took over for their first time. The new president is Evelyn Dingess, vice president is Bill Proffitt, secretary is Molly England and treasurer is Elaine England. The next meeting will be held on Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. LAKETONIAN FESTIVAL: During the Jan. 30, 2012, township meeting, the 2012 Laketonian Festival was discussed and the new co-chairs will be Evelyn Dingess and Bill Proffitt. The festival will be held in September again this year on Sept. 21-23. The plans are in the works to make this years festival even better than last year. SPEEDY RECOVERY: I’d like to wish Larry Hively a rapid recovery from surgery. We are all thinking of you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to everyone who had birthdays in January. What a great way to start the new year. REMEMBER: If you have any news you want to share, call me at 260-225-5731 or email me at laketontoday@yahoo.com by Wednesday the week before to be included.

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Solid Waste Management District welcomes... continued from front page students. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are some incredible things in here, people love coming in and looking at them and I walk them though and explain the different products,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We welcome groups, just call me. I can set up a tour and a presentation. We welcome it.â&#x20AC;? In addition to her goal of expanding the educational value of the District, Rankin plans to strengthen the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community presence and host more single-day advertised events. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In my research,

what I have found as a very effective means of advertising are one-day special events,â&#x20AC;? she said. She referenced the recent Wabash River clean-up events. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were highly involved with that. Every one of us went down and rolled up our pants legs and waded in the river and helped clean up,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So I just want to stay active and involved and get more involved in some of those community projects.â&#x20AC;? Wabash County Solid Waste

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“The Siege of Fort Wayne” On Feb. 13 at 6:40 p.m., the North M a n c h e s t e r Historical Society (NMHS) will present a program on the Siege of Fort Wayne, a dramatic and decisive incident in the War of 1812 that happened in our backyard. In September 1812, Native Americans attacked Fort Wayne. At that time, forts in Dearborn, Chicago and Michilimackinac had fallen to their British allies. Fort Wayne was the only remaining American fort in the Northwest Territory. The Native Americans were waiting for British reinforcements to arrive from Detroit, and the American defenders were waiting for troops led by William Henry Harrison to arrive from Kentucky. The conflict promised

to be the largest battle in the Northwest Territory. The program will be presented by Norman Gable and Sean O’Brien. Both are on the board of Historic Fort Wayne, Inc., the group that restored the fort and provides historic programs there. Gable presented an excellent program for the NMHS last year on the history of blacksmithing, an art he practices in Historic Fort Wayne reenactments. According to President Mary Chrastil, “It was one of the most interesting and informative programs we had all year. Norm is a natural teacher and storyteller.” O’Brien is a seasoned reenacter, and has been a cast mem-

ber in two History Channel shows, a PBS special and the feature film, The Patriot. He is a student of the Old Northwest Territory, especially the impact of the Fort Wayne fort. Gable and O’Brien have presented this program at the Kalamazoo Living History Show and the Mississinewa Battlefield Society. The public is invited to come also at 6 p.m. to the Assembly Room at Timbercrest for a meal prior to the meeting. For those who wish to attend, reservations must be made no later than noon on Feb. 10. Reservations may be made by calling Mary at 260-982-1813 or Evelyn at 260-982-6777. There is no cost for the program, which is open to the public.

Breen to speak about Mississinewa Battlefield Society at Feb. 14 historical society meeting Ed Breen will be the featured speaker at the Wabash County Historical Society meeting Feb. 14, at 7 p.m. in the Wabash County Historical Museum. Breen will speak about the creation of the Mississinewa Battlefield Society, its continuing projects, and the growth and development of “Mississinewa 1812”. The meeting is free and open to the public. Breen, who is cofounder of the Mississinewa Battlefield Society, is a retired Indiana journalist, with 45 years as a reporter, photographer, and editor at the Marion ChronicleTribune and the Fort

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Nu Chapter hears presentation from Hands of Hope

Nu Chapter of Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority met on Jan. 9 at the Honeywell Center. President Renee Chenault welcomed members and then introduced Hands of Hope Director Linda Wilk who spoke about what Hands of Hope does in Wabash and Grant counties. Hands of Hope was started in Wabash County in 1984, and was known as Wabash Women’s Outreach. In 1994, when that organization folded, it was taken over by Family Service Society, Inc. who had offices in Wabash and Marion.

Hands of Hope continues to work in Wabash County with individuals who are victims of sexual and/or domestic abuse, stalking, or who are homeless. They have a support group, WEND (Women Exploring New Directions in Their Relationships), that meets weekly and a “Safe House” in Grant County. Helen Chambers is head of Hands of Hope in Wabash. Besides being an advocate for those who are abused, the Hands of Hope staff is available to give programs for junior

high and high school students, many of whom grow up in abusive situations, to help them recognize the signs of the beginnings of an abusive relationship and how small behaviors can escalate into violent behavior. They are also taught how to break that cycle of abuse. Hands of Hope in Wabash is seeking people to serve on their Advisory Board. They are also seeking funds to match a grant they have received from the Lutheran Foundation. If anyone is interested in information

about the support group, serving on an advisory board, or having Linda Wilk present a program, call Hands of Hope at 260-563-4407. After Linda’s presentation President Renee Chenault began the business meeting by reading correspondence from Province and International Officers. Delegates for the March 17-18 Province meeting in Bluffton were chosen. An update on plans for the 2012 International Convention that will be held in Indianapolis was

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OF THE 66,085 ATTENDEES of the Nov. 28, 2010, Indianapolis Colts football game, this photo of Mary Anne Tait and her son, Jason, an O.J. Neighbours student, was recently featured on the official Colts website. Tait, an employee of Wabash City Hall, and her husband and five-year-old son attended the game versus the San Diego Chargers when extra complimentary Colts tickets became available at the spur of the moment from a company that was in contact with City Hall. While looking for someone who could use the three tickets, Tait and her family came to Mayor Vanlandingham’s mind. The Taits were seated four rows behind the Colts bench. A Wabash City fireman was the first to notice the photo on the Colts website, and he jokingly informed Tait that the photo was either her or her twin holding her son. (photo provided)

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After Linda’s presentation President Renee Chenault began the business meeting by reading correspondence from Province and International Officers. Delegates for the March 17-18 Province meeting in Bluffton were chosen. An update on plans for the 2012 International Convention that will be held in Indianapolis was given by the Inter national Convention Chairman, Renee Chenault. The Convention will be held at the Sheridan Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing from June 25 to June 29, 2014.

Members were reminded to send service hours and money spent on projects to Marlene Meyer as soon as possible as she needs to compile reports for the Province meeting. New lists for the group’s Pathfinder friends were distributed. The date of April 10 was announced as the date for Nu Chapter’s Bingo, which will be held at the Wabash County REMC building. Watch for details about possible changes. Nu Chapter will meet on Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center.

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Richvalley Extension Homemakers met Jan. 10

The Richvalley E x t e n s i o n Homemakers Club met Jan. 10 at the R i c h v a l l e y Clubhouse. Vice President Bonita Kirtlan welcomed nine members and one associate member with the thought of the month, “Don’t Let the Past Steal Your present”, and story, ‘That Settler’ by Don Kardony (Avoid any work which dimmishes the use of hot fudge). Bonita thanked

hostesses Sheila Sluss, who could not be there, and Rita Griffith. The pledge to the American flag was led by Beverly Badgett; the Christian pledge was led by Patty Sausaman; and the Homemakers’ Creed was led by Beverly Campbell. The mission statement was led by Bonita. Inspirations, the give that gives”, were given by Rita. The song of the month, “Winter Wonderland”, was led

by Bonita. They sang Happy Birthday to Beverly Badgett, whose birthday was on Jan. 21. There were no anniversaries in January. Roll call was “What is you favorite soup?” Nine members and one associate member, Arline Kizer, answered the roll call. Jane read the minutes from December with the corrections noted. There were no communications. The treasurer’s report was given by

Ruth Dyson. She told about the changes to the county budget. Cards were to be sent to Brian Simons, Carolyn Hopkins, Dave Schuler and Kirsten Dyson. A citizenship report was given by Angie Baer. A county fundraiser was discussed, hoping to have a gently used purse sale. This will be discussed more next month. County nominations were discussed by Ruth. They have

openings for vice president and assistant secretary. She would like to have some suggestions. County Program Books were discussed by Sheila, Angie and Rita. Rita informed the club that they had most of it done. The Council Meeting report was given by Jane. Mary Ruth Mendenhall and another member are working on a fundraiser, a used purse sale. The District Meeting will

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April will be Liberty Bells. Ellie Draper passed out the State Education Focus Committee’s booklet about “Leaving Your Excuses at the Door” and a Bookmark for “The ABC’s of Wellness”. The next council meeting will be on March 13 at the Farm Bureau Insurance building. They closed the meeting with refreshments by Rita and Sheila. The next meeting will be Feb. 14 at Jane Long’s home.

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counting the new members. They will meet on Feb. 11 at Jerry Garner’s shop. He is going to simplify the most frustrating part of woodworking - The Finish - with varnish, wet 1,000 grit sandpaper and rottenstone with old-fashioned elbow grease. Remember, Feb. 11 at 2 p.m., the group will meet at 6495 S 750 W, Wabash. For more information, call 765662-1364.

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Unpredictable weather requires proper corn management

There may be no such thing as the “normal” growing conditions of old that many corn farmers have been longing for after enduring extreme weather in recent years, a Purdue Extension agronomist says. Instead, Bob Nielsen suggested that corn growers should look at a variety of management techniques to give crops the best chance at success - regardless of the weather. “Many of us have a nostalgic memory of growing seasons where the crops emerged quickly, grew vigorously and uniformly, pollinated successfully, filled out grain completely, and stood strong until harvested in the warm, sunny days of early fall,” Nielsen said. “I would suggest that maybe we have all been delusional with our nostalgia and that perhaps a more accurate definition of a ‘normal’ growing season is one that involves an unpredictable number of unpredictable extreme weather events, each occurring unpredictably with unpredictable severity.” The first way farmers can deal with uncertainty is to iden-

tify what influences yield - both positive and negative - and manage it accordingly. Often, weather stress is compounded by other yield-influencing factors, or YIFs, so identifying and managing them can help growers “stress-proof ” their cropping systems, Nielsen said. “The process of identifying the yieldinfluencing factors that are important to specific fields is not easy,” he said. “They may occur every year in a given field, or they may not. They often interact with other factors to influence yield. They often interact with soil type and texture and drainage conditions. And yield-influencing factors almost always interact with weather conditions.” Because there are so many possible YIF combinations, Nielsen said corn growers should strive to keep notes on what happens to a crop during an entire growing season. They also can draw upon their own experiences from a particular field. He also suggested taking advantage of available resources, such as crop input retailers, crop consultants and

Extension professionals. “The bottom line is get out into your fields during the growing season, identify problem areas early while evidence is still there to aid diagnostics and figure out what’s going on with your crops,” Nielsen said. Some key considerations for farmers include: - Field drainage: Poorly drained soils can hinder the establishment of vigorous corn stands by challenging the uniformity of roots and plant development. Improving tile or surface drainage reduces the risks of ponding or soggy soils, denitrification and soil compaction. - Soil erosion control and soil moisture conservation: In areas of rolling hills with high risks of soil erosion and reduced ability to retain soil moisture, Nielsen said it is important to minimize water runoff and maximize soil moisture retention. Some techniques include no-till or reduced tillage, stripcropping, contour farming, terraces and other water control structures, and fall and winter cover crops. - Hybrid selection:

Adult Farmer Classes began Feb. 6

On Feb. 6, the 2012 Adult Farmer Classes began. This is the 34th year that the classes have been held. There is no cost to attend, thanks to program sponsors and Wabash County REMC for free use of their building. Door prizes are given by local businesses. They have been able to get some wellknown speakers to cover the topics selected by the Purdue Extension ANR Advisory on a basis of importance and need. Classes will be as follows: - Feb. 13, Ways to Improve Your Land without Buying Additional Acres. Discussion will be centered around the benefits of tilling and a look at controlled release. Irrigation and it’s benefits in Wabash County: Is it worth the cost? Eileen Kladivko, Purdue

A g r o n o m y Department, and Lyndon Kelley, irrigation specialist at MSU, will lead the class. - Feb. 20, Will no-till corn and cover crops work on your farm? USDA/FSA Update, Why mess with Conservation Cropping Systems?, Hans Kok, IN Conservation Cropping Systems Initiative, Eric Armentrout, FSA, and Joe Updike, NRCS, will lead the class. - Feb. 27, Trends in Ag Equipment, What’s new? What’s on the horizon?, Troxel Equipment, Agro-Chem and Plevna Implement will lead the class. - March 5, Some Thoughts on Managing Corn for the Apocalypse and Beyond, What did we learn about corn production in 2011? How

can we use it to make changes in 2012?, Bob Nielsen, Purdue Corn Specialist, will lead the class. - March 12, Energy 2012 and Beyond, A Discussion about Wind, Solar, Ethanol, Biodigestors, etc. Chad Martin, Purdue Extension, Leon Bontrager, Home Energy LLC, and Joe Schiedler, Spring Creek Nursery, will lead the class. Refreshments will be provided at each meeting. Meetings may be cancelled due to inclement weather, listen to the radio for cancellation. All classes will begin at 7 p.m. at Wabash County REMC, 350 Wedcor Ave., Wabash. Door prizes will be given at all meetings, and complimentary awards will be given to all who attend every meeting.

“The key challenge is to identify hybrids that not only have good yield potential but that also tolerate a wide range of growing conditions,” Nielsen said. “The best way to accomplish this is to evaluate hybrid performance across a lot of locations. University trials are good for this exercise.” - Nitrogen management: Because the Eastern Corn Belt has poorly drained soils, ample rainfall and the risk of nitrogen loss

by either denitrification or leaching, growers need to pay special attention to nitrogen management. According to Nielsen, best management practices include avoiding fall applications, avoiding surface application of urea-based fertilizers without incorporation, and adopting sidedress nitrogen application programs where practical. Disease Management: Warm, humid summer weather conditions in

the Eastern Corn Belt are ideal for the development of many corn diseases, such as gray leaf spot and northern corn leaf blight. The best ways to manage these diseases are by selecting hybrids for strong disease resistance characteristics, avoiding continuous corn-cropping systems, avoiding no-till cropping systems and responsibly using foliar fungicides. Finally, Nielsen said, producers need to “remember it ain’t

rocket science.” “We’re talking about a lot of common-sense agronomic principles that work together to minimize the usual crop stresses that occur every year and allow the crop to better tolerate uncontrollable weather stresses,” he said. For Nielsen’s complete Jan. 28 report on “Corn Management for Extreme Conditions,” visit the Chat ‘N Chew Café at http://www.agry.purdue.edu/ext/corn/caf é.

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Accidents Jan. 30 At 12:11 p.m., a parked vehicle was struck by a vehicle that left the scene at 1150 N. Cass St., Wabash. At 9:33 a.m., a vehicle driven by Peggy Tuell, 41, Wabash, struck a parked car on Walnut Street near Allen Street. Jan. 28 At 4:46 p.m., a vehicle driven by Melanie Maus, 22, Peru, struck a parked car at 1601 N. Cass St., Wabash. At 11:57 a.m., vehicles driven by Judith Houlihan, 55, Wabash,

and Courtney Palmer, 17, Wabash, collided on Columbus Street near Wabash Street. At 10:41 a.m., vehicles driven by Kathy Music, 58, Wabash, and Daniel Johnston, 46, Converse, collided on West Market Street near Wabash Street. At 10:10 a.m., vehicles driven by Kyle Rosemeyer, 26, Wabash, and Jay Eviston, 44, Wabash, collided on LaFontaine Avenue near Huntington Street. At 9:29 a.m., vehicles driven by Daniel Purdy, 55, Wabash, and Helen Haupert, 81, Urbana, collided on North Cass Street

Doris Bates, 75 Member First Church of the Nazarene Dec. 15, 1936 – Feb. 3, 2012 Doris Mae (Dalton) Bates, 75, Wabash, passed away on Feb. 3, 9:20 a.m., at Miller’s Merry Manor East, Wabash. She was born on Dec. 15, 1936, in Peru, to William Glen and Lucille (Culver) Correll. She first married Glen Dalton on Feb. 13, 1952; he died May 21, 1993. She then married Elroy Bates on June 30, 2007; he died Nov. 16, 2008. Mrs. Bates was a member of First Church of the Nazarene, Peru. She also taught Sunday school for 30 years. She enjoyed reading her Bible, going to yard sales and spending time with her family. She will always be remembered as an outstanding cook. She is survived by four children, Glenda Dalton of Twelve Mile, Darlene (Carl) Tyson of Peru, Deb Hecker of Wabash and Greg (Melody) Dalton of Fulton; daughter-in-law, Glenna Dalton of Wabash; two sisters, Judy (Roger) Curl of Peru and Marlene (Dave) Wilhelm of Frankfort; nine grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three sons, Daniel, Dale and Jeffery Dalton; a daughter, Teresa Lynn Dalton; a great-granddaughter, Emily Roush; and a brother, Bill Correll. Funeral services will be held at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, on Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. Pastor Tony Winters and Greg Dalton will officiate. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Servia. Preferred memorial contributions are to Wabash County Cancer Society. The memorial guestbook for Mrs. Bates may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

near Harrison Avenue. Citations Feb. 3 Chad Miller, 20, Wabash, operator never licensed Feb. 2 Ronald Norlund, 47, Fort Wayne, speeding Trent Walley, 43, Wabash, speeding Rodie Bailey, 21, Peru, speeding Tanesha Sloan, 20, Wabash, expired plate, false or ficitious registration Feb. 1 Andrew Gillespie, 33, Wabash, speeding Jeremy Parrett, 30, Wabash, speeding Tracy Morrisett, 24, Wabash, inadequate muffler James Stack, 64, Goshen, speeding, expired plates Carmela Zapata, 30, LaFontaine, child restraint system violation Jan. 31 Jonathan Jeffries, 23, Culver, speeding Renee Frasure, 41, Huntington, speeding Scott Ross, 39, Lagro, speeding

Vanessa Silvey, 32, Wabash, disregarding a stop sign Jan. 30 James Tolson, 37, Laketon, speeding, driving while suspended – prior, no financial responsibility Todd Hyden, 29, Wabash, driving while suspended – misdemeanor Jan. 28 Melanie Maus, 22, Peru, driving while suspended - infraction Jan. 27 Matthew Black, 42, Wabash, driving while suspended Robert Watson, 33, Wabash, speeding Benita Black, 18, Wabash, speeding North Manchester Police Department Accidents Feb. 3 At 5:45 p.m., vehicles driven by David Rice, 59, Urbana, and Steven Westafer, 39, North Manchester, collided in the 1700 block of SR 114 W.

At 3:08 p.m., vehicles driven by Ervin Hahn, 79, and Brenda Carver, 50, both of North Manchester, collided at Wayne and 6th streets. Jan. 29 At 4:10 p.m., a vehicle owned by Kristin James, 31, North Manchester, was struck by a vehicle that left the scene in the 1400 block of Clear Creek Trail. Citations Feb. 3 Rick Miller, 54, akron, speeding Feb. 2 Joanne Geston, 23, Fort Wayne, speeding Jordan Womack, 20, North Manchester, disregarding an automatic signal Jan. 29 Megan Pierog, 22, Leesburg, speeding Jan. 28 Duane Strasser, 28, Laketon, provocation Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents Feb. 2

Celia Carson, 85 Member Calvary Chapel Worship Center March 30, 1926 – Jan. 28, 2012 Celia Joyce Carson, 85, North Manchester, formerly of Wabash, passed away on Jan. 28, 8:04 a.m., at Peabody Healthcare Center. She was born on March 30, 1926, in Roanoke, Va., to Winfred H. and Kathleen (Crawford) Hart. She married James W. Carson, in Roanoke, Va., on June 26, 1948; he died March 9, 1981. She was a homemaker and a member and former pianist of the Calvary Chapel Worship Center, since 1984. She was a longtime member of Wabash Musicale. She moved to Peabody Retirement Community in 2006, coming from Wabash, where she was a longtime resident. She also lived in Roanoke, Va., from 1926 until 1949. She is survived by her son, Dennis (Diane) Carson of West Lafayette; three grandchildren, Nicholas (Colleen) Carson of Mount Prospect, Ill., McKailey Carson and Benjamin Carson, both of West Lafayette; and two brothers, Winfred (Betty Taylor) Hart, Jr., and William (Jeanne) Hart, both of Roanoke. Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her son, James M. Carson. Funeral services were held at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, on Feb. 3. Pastor Don Cogar officiated. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Preferred memorial contributions are to Calvary Chapel Worship Center or Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester. The memorial guestbook for Mrs. Carson may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

At 6:16 a.m., a vehicle driven by Stanley Willmert, 56, Wabash, struck a deer on U.S. 24 near CR 700 W. Feb. 1 At 9:51 a.m., vehicles driven by George Colwell, 47, Peru, and Susan West, collided on U.S. 24 west of CR 750 E. Jan. 31 At 6:48 a.m., a vehicle driven by Heath Newsome, 39, Andrews, struck a deer on America Road near CR 300 E. Jan. 30 At 7 p.m., a vehicle driven by Todd Haggerty, 48, Wabash, struck a deer on SR 124. At 3:52 p.m., vehicles driven by Delora Hoffman, 60, North Manchester, and Levi Shock, 18, North Manchester, collided at Boliver Bridge and CR 950 N. At 8:08 a.m., a vehicle driven by Kalene Freshour, 17, Silver Lake, left the roadway, flipped and entered a field on CR 1500 N near CR 650 W. Jan. 28 At 10:50 p.m., a vehicle driven by Jeremy Thomas, 35, North Manchester, struck a deer on SR 114 east of North Manchester. At 6:02 p.m., a vehicle driven by Jeremy Callahan, 27, North Manchester, left the roadway and entered a field near 10366 N 650 E, North Manchester. At 12:10 p.m., a vehicle driven by Dylan Sparks, 18, Wabash, struck a tree stump near 5624 E 400 S, Wabash. At 10:58 a.m., a vehicle driven by Deborah Jackson, 26, Wabash, left the roadway on CR 200 W north of Division Road. At 10:51 a.m., vehicles driven by Cynthia McGuire, 59, Lagro, and Jacqueline Baughman, 25, Fort Wayne, collided on U.S. 24 near CR 300 E.

Jan. 26 At 8:47 a.m., a vehicle driven by Brandan Lawson, 20, Wabash, left the roadway and struck a tree and a utility pole on Millcreek Pike near CR 300 W. Wabash County Jail

Bookings Feb. 2 George Prater, domestic battery Feb. 1 Haley Atwood, perjury / false informing Michael Lewis, failure to appear/failure to pay, domestic battery Jan. 31 Raymundo Diaz, habitual traffic violator Jan. 30 Jeremy Barnes, failure to appear Randy Boring, failure to appear – check deception Jan. 29 Jonathon Pritchett, failure to appear – possession of marijuana Jan. 28 Jeremy Callahan, operating while intoxicated Shateak Jones, theft Land Transfers

Peter Van Buskirk Trust to Ceres Farms LLC, Trust Deed, 1-285 Deceased Marie I. Clupper and Personal Representative Galen M. Clupper to Larry L. Young and Marjorie Young, P e r s o n a l Representative Deed, Multiple Legals: See Record Beulah M. Cotter FKA Beulah M. Barker to Robert W. Nagel and Julie A. Nagel, Warranty Deed, Northern Addition, Wabash, Lot: 35 Michael J. Gosmeyer and Marie W. Gosmeyer to Maudie E. Stoops Estate and Personal (continued on page 13)

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Weekly Reports...

Manchester Intermediate School continued from page 12 releases honor roll

Representative Barbara K. Schannep, P e r s o n a l Representative Deed, Bowers Royale Estates Condo, North Manchester & Common Area, Lot: 14 Jonathon D. Shepherd to Christena A. Shepherd, Quitclaim Deed, Fairfield Addition, Roann, Lot: 30 Donald E. Dyson Trust and Laura Gayle Dyson Trust to John P. Dyson and Loralyn Dyson, Trust Deed, 29-29-6 Donald E. Dyson Trust and Laura Gayle Dyson Trust to Ruben Coss and Michelle R. Coss, Trust Deed, 29-29-6 Donald E. Dyson Trust and Laura Gayle Dyson Trust to Donald E. Dyson Trust, Trust Deed, 2929-6 Laura Gayle Dyson and Donald E. Dyson to Donald E. Dyson Trust, Quitclaim Deed, 29-29-6 Richard Abige Smith Trust, Gwendolynn C. Smith Trust, Trustee Sylvia Kay Izatt, Trustee Marshall A. Smith and Trustee Benjamin C. Smith to Benjamin C. Smith, Marhsall A. Smith and Sylvia Kay Izatt, Trust Deed, Multiple Section Legals Russell E. Cox Trust and Lynda S. Cox Trust to Sharlie Jane Walk, Trust

Deed, Twin Lake Estates Pleasant Township, Multiple Lots / Blocks Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company National Association Trustee to Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company National Association Trustee and Ramp 2006RS4, Quitclaim Deed, Busch Sub, Noble Township, Lot: 5 Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company National Association Trustee and Ramp 2006S4 to Scott S. Bickford and Teresa Keppel Bickford AKA Teresa Keppel, Warranty Deed, Busch Sub, Noble Township, Lot: 5 Phil D. Draper and Carla J. Draper to Duke Energy Indiana Inc., Easement, 13-27-5 Turkey Buzzard Farms LLC to Duke Energy Indiana Inc., Easement, Multiple Section Legals Thermafiber Inc. to Duke Energy Indiana Inc., Easement, 16-27-6 Aleris Specification Alloys Inc. to Duke Energy Indiana Inc., Easement, Multiple Section Legals Aleris Specification Alloys Inc. to Duke Energy Indiana Inc., Easement, 17-27-6 Phil D. Draper and Carla J. Draper to Duke Energy Indiana Inc., Easement, 13-27-5 Donald F. Stouffer and Doris I. Stouffer to Duke Energy

Shirley Knepper, 71 Ohio Resident Feb. 17, 1940 - Jan. 23, 2012

Shirley Jane Knepper, 71, Payne, Ohio, passed away on Jan. 23, 9:10 p.m., at Parkview Hospice, Fort Wayne, following an extended illness. She was born on Feb. 17, 1940, in Findlay, Ohio, to Richard Knepper and Elsie (Bretz) Thompson. She is survived by four children, Allison Huff of Payne, Ohio, Sara (Scott) McKitrick of Wabash, Benny Huff of Dupont, Ohio, and Tim Huff of Toledo, Ohio; siblings, Gary (Brenda) Thompson of Lagro, Tom (Julie) Thompson of McComb, Ohio, Patricia (Jim) Huffman of Findlay, Ohio, Nancy (Gene) Biller of Hoytville, Ohio, Beverly (Parley) Anderson of Findlay, Ohio, Jackie (Mario) Cortez of Hoytville, Ohio; and three grandchildren, Matthew Huff, Tyler McKitrick and Tiara McKitrick. A memorial service was held on Feb. 4 in Hoytville, Ohio. Wooley Funeral Home, Payne, Ohio, was in charge of arrangments.

Indiana Inc., Easement, Multiple Section Legals Gary D. Barnett to Duke Energy Indiana Inc., Easement, 23-27-5 Thrush and Keffaber Farms Inc. to Duke Energy Indiana Inc., Easement, 18-27-6, Multiple Parcels Margaret E. Johnson and Mary L. Hettmansperger to Duke Energy Indiana Inc., Easement, 23-27-5 Edward L. Shear and Rebecca Sue Shear to Randy G. Keaffaber and Tammy L. Keaffaber, Warranty Deed, 33-287 Esther D. Ruppel Trust and Trustee Randall L. Ruppel to Tiffani Flora, Trust Deed, Youngs Peter D. Addition, North Manchester, Lot: 1 Walter Ray Brock Jr. to Sheryl Kathryn Brock, Quitclaim Deed, 12-26-6 Jamie J. Dials to Jamie J. Dials and Jennifer Dials, Quitclaim Deed, North Brook Addition, Wabash, Lot: 9 Charity L. Vanlandingham and Anthony W. Hough to Charity L. Va n l a n d i n g h a m , Quitclaim Deed, Charley Falls Addition, Wabash, Lot: 12

M a n c h e s t e r Intermediate School recently released their honor roll for the first term of the 2011/2012 school year. Honor Roll Grade 5: Keauna Allen, Katie Barker, Cora Barnett, Preston Blocher, Konrad Borgmann, Dylan Brubaker, Emma Burlingame, Brayden Casper, Kasi Casper. Jirni Cripe, Ethan Davis, Isaiah Davis, Trent Davis, Kelsey Eichenauer, Kennedy Fierstos, Brodie Fratus, Alex Good, Uria Hein, Janet Hernandez, Carsyn Howard, Logan Isbell, Morgyn Jimenez, Avery Johnson, Naomi Justice, Brylee Kerr, Kennidy Lauer, Kamdyn Lester, Tiara Lincoln, Ashlyn Longanecker, Cohen Marvel, Andrew McAtee, Mathias McLaughlin, Hunter Miller, Wilson Nettleton, Emily Ogden, Logan Parrett, Brice Patrick, Gavin Ream, Jennifer Robles, Sarah Rohr, Frances Schannep, Jacob Slavkin, Cheyenne Slone, Briley Spann, Isaac Stout, Grant Strobel, Morgan Stroud, Spence Trick, Madyson Ulrey, Brandon Wagoner,

Halie Wampler, Jaelyn Webb, Emma West, Michael Wirsing Grade 6: Kaidyn Alexander, Noah Beck, Makennah Blevins, Kaitlyn Blum, Garrett Boggs, Ethan Brewer, Todd Brovont, Tasha Brubaker, Jacob Burton, Emma Casper, Caleb Copley, Madison Dockter, Alicia Fields, Skye Fierstos, Chancynn Giddens, Kyler Harting, Kennedy Haviland, Jordan Hicks, Trevor Hoerdt, Carter Isbell, Brooke Isley, Erika Kendall, Chloe Leckrone, Lora Lewis, Jonathan Maser, Mattie McKee, Breanna Metzger, Kaitlyn Mize, Emily Mize, Nathan O z e n b a u g h , M o n t g o m e r y Pattison, Brett Poynter, Sarah Pyle, Maria Ramos, B e n j a m i n Reichenbach, Lindsay Rice, Thomas Rohr, Kennedy Rosen, Nathan Self, Joshua Shepherd, Emma Sklar, Beatrice Snavely, Madison Sorg, Kiera Stacy, Hayes Sturtsman, Remington Trick, Parker Wagoner, Paige Wagoner, Audrey Weimann, Alyssa West

Connie Griffin, 55 Lagro Resident March 28, 1956 – Jan. 25, 2012 Connie Griffin, 55, Lagro, passed away on Jan. 25, 3:47 p.m., at Wabash County Hospital. He was born on March 28, 1956, in Harlan, Ky., to James and Martha (Johnson) Griffin. He married Soundria Granger, in Grove City, Ohio, on April 11, 1981; she survives. He was a retired construction worker. He enjoyed the holidays, home remodeling and spending time with his grandchildren. Along with his wife, he is survived by five children, Charles (Megan) Griffin of Lagro, Johnathan Griffin of LaFontaine, Mary Griffin and Soundria Griffin, both of Lagro, and Patrick Reed of Kokomo; five grandchildren, McKenzie Griffin and Madison Griffin, both of Lagro, Taylor Manuel of LaFontaine, Patrick Reed and Heaven Reed, both of Kokomo; two brothers, James (Cheryl) Griffin of Circleville, Ohio, and Rufus Griffin of Chillicothe, Ohio; and two sisters, Sheila (Roy) Elliott of Elwood and Eileen (Dave) Zwayer of Lancaster, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; two sisters; and his twin grandsons, Johnathan Ray Griffin, Jr. and Jaden Michael Griffin. Funeral services were held at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, on Jan. 29. Rick Tolley officiated. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. The memorial guest book for Mr. Griffin may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Dean Kindy North Manchester Resident 1921 – 2012

Dean Kindy, North Manchester, passed away on Jan. 27. He was born in 1921, in North Manchester, to Ivan and Dessa Kindy. He married June Zimmerman in 1948. Most of his early years were spent on the family farm in Naperville, Ill., before attending and graduating from Manchester College. He started working in 1947 at the Church of the Brethren Service Center in New Windsor, Md., with relief and refugee work after the war. There he met June Zimmerman, with whom he was to be graced with 63 years of marriage. After being called to the ministry by his congregation in Naperville, he graduated from Bethany Theological Seminary in Chicago, Ill., and spent the next 34 years as a pastor in the Church of the Brethren. The early years were with the Crystal and New Haven congregations in Michigan and then longer tenures with the Chippewa and Lake Breeze congregations in Ohio. A colleague praised Mr. Kindy as a peace and justice pioneer. The Kindys were active with migrant ministry in Florida while serving in the second Brethren Volunteer Service unit and he picked up that ministry again during the Michigan years. The family frequently sponsored refugees and worked with exchange students, many of whom lived for a time with the family. After retirement, Mr. Kindy and his wife volunteered again at the New Windsor Service Center, spent time as Heifer Project Host and Hostess in Massachusetts and Mr. Kindy worked with the disaster response program of the denomination and was a guest preacher in area churches near his home. Mr. Kindy is survived by June and their five children, Cliff (Arlene) Kindy of North Manchester, Bruce (Donna) Kindy of Wooster, Ohio, Joe (Peggy) Kindy of Sterling, Ohio, Treva Schar of Wooster, Ohio, and Gloria (Dan Garrett) Kindy of Rockville, Md. He and June have 12 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers and two sisters. He was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister. Memorial services will be held on Feb. 12, 2 p.m., in Eel River Community Church of the Brethren, 2507 E SR 14, Silver Lake. Arrangements are entrusted to McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Preferred memorial contributions are to Heifer International, 1 World Ave., Little Rock, AR 72202, or the Church of the Brethren General Board, 1451 Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL 60120. Condolences for the family of Mr. Kindy may be sent at www.mckeemortuary.com.

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Northfield Jr./Sr. High School releases honor roll

Northfield Jr./Sr. High School recently released their honor roll for the second quarter of the 20112012 school year. High Honor Roll (GPA of 10.0 and higher) Grade 7: Stevie Baer, Jeleena Baker, Jackson Beery, Hannah Bermes, Jordan Bratch, Sam Burcroff, Kayli Clendenon, David Crace, Madeline Dazey, Ryan Driscoll, Tori Givens, Isaac Gottschalk, Taylor Grizzle, Kaitlyn Hembree, Cody Holmes, Taylor Johnson, Jordan Keaffaber, Caleb Kroh, Jacklyn Peas, Elisabeth Rehak, Rebecca Roberts, Suzi Sapusek, Adam Smalley, Courtney Stapleton, Olivia Thompson, Catherine Tracy, Austin Trump, Brady Vigar, Kylee Weber, Chelsea Wittner Grade 8: Lexus Biehl, Dylan Brown,

Breanna Burcroff, Logan Carey, Drew Clark, Sarah Driscoll, Eryn Eckelbarger, Paige Holley, Liz H o w e n s t i n e , Cassandra Hunt, Abby Keaffaber, Allison Middaugh, Mercedes Miller, Darian Reynolds, Drake Richter, John Ritchie, Eli Schuler, Jacob Schuler, Jessie Sears, Noah Shear, David Shoue, Jacob Stephan, Emily Unger, Jacob Watkins, Mason Zolman Grade 9: Joseph Burcroff, Liddia Crace, Holly Dyson, Tanner Easterday, Carter Frieden, Jenna Halderman, Kyle Heiser, Cherish Leming, Heath Miller, Jeremy Nevil, Alex Peterson, Karla Singer, Marlee Stefanatos, Devin Tracy, Shane Vigar, Kalanu Watson Dunn, Jensen Zumbaugh Grade 10: Gwen Agness, Megan Corbran, Kylie Echard, Emily

Bonnie Stucker, 88 Member South Pleasant United Methodist Church Sept. 14, 1923 – Feb. 3, 2012 Bonnie M. Stucker, 88, North Manchester, passed away on Feb. 3, 5:05 p.m., at Miller’s Merry Manor East, Wabash. She was born on Sept. 14, 1923, in Dora, to Ward W. and Alice (Smeltzley) Wood. She married Virgil K. Stucker on Oct. 5, 1940; he preceded her in death on July 12, 1988. Mrs. Stucker was the owner/operator of Stucker Shoes, North Manchester, for 55 years. She was a member of South Pleasant United Methodist Church, Silver Lake. She is survived by two daughters, Sondra (Bill) Stellar of North Manchester and Paula (Gene) Dangerfield of Wabash; nine grandchildren, Ward (Melissa) Stucker, Teresa (Tab) McKenzie, Michael (Keeva) Stucker, Mechelle Cotant, Kenneth (Cindy) Stucker, Brian (Cindy) Stellar, Amy (Alan) Stell, Matthew (Emily) Ahlfeld and Shawn (Stacy) Alhfeld; 24 greatgrandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; two brothers; and two sisters. Along with her husband, she is preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Stucker, who died in 1998; and a son. Funeral services will be held on Feb. 8, 10 a.m., at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Pastor J. P. Freeman will officiate. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. Preferred memorial contributions are to Miller’s Merry Manor Activity Department, 1900 N. Alber St., Wabash, IN 46992. Condolences for the family of Mrs. Stucker may be sent at www.delaughtermckee.com.

E c k e l b a r g e r, Cameron Gibson, Marcus Kroh, Martina Meyer, Bo Mullett, Taylor Peterson, Sidney Reed, Jonathan Richardson, Natalie Schuler, Katie Stephan, Kendall Tomlinson Grade 11: Hannah Cole, Paige Cole, Matt Dazey, Kyle Houlihan, Kylie James, Callie Monce, Alexi Randel, Alyssa Richter, Katy Rickner, Andy Roser, Emily Shafer, Katelyn Shafer, Kristin Snyder Grade 12: Tiffany Ayres, Bethany Azbell, Daniel Bohner, Tanner Chamberlain, Shannah Driscoll, Dustin Echard, Eric Foltz, Joe Frieden, Lauren Frischman, Chad Glasscock, Cody Haupert, Madi Kroh, Bailey Lauer, Austin Leming, Trent Meyer, Kendal Reed, Megan Reynolds, Nate Richardson, Cassidy Sausaman, Storm Sinclair, Katelyn Taylor, Morgan Tucker, Haley Walchle, Hunter

Wells, Zach Zumbaugh Regular Honor Roll (GPA between 7.5 and 10.0) Grade 7: Megan Bickel, Hailey Bone, Garon Booth, Tyann Chaplin, Kameron Cole, Molly Dazey, Brittany Dragoo, Layne Evans, Josh Ford, Marcus Frieden, Jayse Hackworth, Jacob Hiatt, Noah Johnson, Michael Kelley, Ashlie Koch, Megan Miller, Christopher Orpurt, Cole Persinger, Audrie Randel, Diamond Sears, Zachery Shadden, Tyler Sisco, KileyAnne Snyder, Kandra Stout, Alexis Taylor Grade 8: Noah Augustus, Jenna Bartoo, Matt Carey, Clayton Chamberlain, Mason Cruz, Maddy Dale, Cale Dyson, Carlie England, Justin Frank, Hunter Garriott, Jace Gatchel, Jakob Hayes, Drake Heitz, Chase Hunt, Taylor Kock, Jessika Krom, Remington Monce, Cortney Pennington, Abigail Poole, Taylor

Poole, Kaitlyn Prater, Braydon Schindler, Jarred Short, Alyssa Sisco, Wesley Teal, Payton Thomson, Holly Winters, Owen Yeadon, Julian Zapata Grade 9: Austin Andrews, Hayley Brantley, Isaiah Canales, Morgan Dale, Caitlin Eltzroth, Brandon Frank, Mason Frehse, Sarah Frieden, Katelyn Gribben, Nate Hembree, Bryce Kendall, Arie Kennedy, Katelyn Kirtlan, Hunter Louden, Clint Martin, Tadd Meyer, Cassidy Miller, Joseph Mitchell, Goldie Moore, Matt Newsome, Nori Ogino, Taylor Renfrow, Nick Ridenour, Lindsi Ritchie, Elizabeth Rohn, Kasey Rose, Delaney Shepherd, Morgan Sickafus, Bailey Sloan, Brittany Sloan, Josh Smalley, Tori Snyder, Levi Summers, Tim Webb, Marcus Wells, Tanner Wilcox Grade 10: Leanne Beck, Brad Bever, Kaitlyn Booth, Leigha

Vernon Lance, 75 U.S. Air Force Veteran Sept. 30, 1936 – Feb. 4, 2012 Vernon J. “Jack” Lance, 75, North Manchester, passed away on Feb. 4, 4:57 a.m., at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester. He was born on Sept. 30, 1936, in Marion, to Arvol L. and Flossie B. (Hartzler) Lance. He married Nancy L. Amstutz on Jan. 9, 1966; she survives. Mr. Lance was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He graduated from Gilead High School in 1954. He attended Findley College, Findley, Ohio, and finished his education in the Philippines where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. Along with a passion for golf, Jack loved walking, playing cards, driving, and the Indiana Hoosiers and Indianapolis Colts. His sense of humor and his ornery smile brought joy to his friends and family, even after his illness slowed him down. He worked for 17 years for the Social Security Administration. He was a former co-owner, with his brother, Ivan, of Highland Hills Golf Course, North Manchester, for many years. Along with his wife, he is survived by a son, Jay L. (Wendy) Lance of Lititz, Penn.; three daughters, Cynthia E. Lance of Antioch, Calif., Cara R. (Tom) Whiting of Wheaton, Ill., Amanda Lance of Fort Wayne; two brothers, Don Lance of Warsaw and Ivan Lance of North Manchester; two sisters, Carolyn Cook of Indianapolis and Beverly Coplend of North Manchester; and several grandchildren, Jack, Anna, Oliver, Theodore, Luci, Charlotte, Gillian, Kyla, Nathan and Logan. Funeral services will be held Feb. 11, 11 a.m., at Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut Street, North Manchester. Pastor Sebrena Cline will officiate. Friends may call on Feb. 10, 4-8 p.m., at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 W, North Manchester, and one hour prior to services at the church. Preferred memorial contributions are to Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Rd., SW, Lilburn, GA 30047. Condolences for the family of Mr. Lance may be sent at www.mckeemortuary.com.

Carey, Cody Chamberlain, Caleb Coe, Erin Dawes, Trey Eads, Andrew Eckerley, Alexis Hilton, Makinzie Hoagland, Connor Keffaber, Blake Peterson, Liz Petty, Tristen Red, Kimberly Renfrow, Mason Reynolds, Ciara Ritchie, Weston Sapusek, Baylee Shoemaker, Sarah Shoue, Adam Smith, Kaitlyn Tackett, Tyler Vigar, Nick Zinn Grade 11: Caleb Augustus, Bayli Birk, Cody Brown, Acacia Case, Erin Chamberlain, Evan Coffman, Trae Cole, Emily Cooper, Collin Dawes, Austin Eads, Sydney Eltzroth, Courtney Frank, Seth Frye, Allison Haupert, Michelle Hendricks, Whittney Horn, Dallas Hovey, Ryan Keaffaber, Hannah Kinnett, Austin Kirtlan, Jared Kirtlan, Gentry Kline, Dustin Lee, Andy Maggart, Chandra Miller, Tyler Morgan, Michael Rehak, Aaron Rhoades, Connor Ringel, T h o m a s Rockenbaugh, Jessica Rose, Eric Sears, Cody Smalley, Austin Sommers, Samantha Summers, Travis Tackett, Jonathan VanDuyne, Derek Vigar, Andrew Waldon Grade 12: Blade Armfield, Kevan Barlow, Brittany Beckham, Alyssia Boggs, Tony Bolen, Hannah Bright, Becca Carey, Annie Clark, Nick Clouse, Bethany Creech, Megan Frank, Andrew Frieden, Cody Gibson, Ryan Givens, Taylor Gressley, Abbigail Hilton, Kristen Huffman, Rebecca Ice, Taylor Jaynes, Austin Keen, Emily King, Dani Knable, Tisha Knight, Houston Miller, Amelia Moore, Austin Rowe, Hali Sadler, Michael Shannon, Kody Shoemaker, Allison Siders, Ethan Stouffer, Shady Tharp, Addison Trump, Kayla Unger, Abe Vanderpool, Ben Vigar, RJ Waldon, Matt Warren, Nikki Zirkle

Rotary Club seeks candidates to attend youth leadership camp The Rotary Club of Wabash is searching for candidates to attend its 26th annual District 6540 Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) Camp at Camp Tecumseh YMCA Outdoor Center, Brookston. The camp will take place April 20-22. Dana Brady, local committee chair, said that participants will be selected from students, in their sophomore or junior years in high school, who have exhibited leadership abilities in school, church, extracurricular or community activities. The Rotary Club is now contacting churches, high school principals, guidance counselors, youth organizations and other sources for nominations. Aimed at developing the leadership potential of young people, the camp will feature many challenging activities including workshops, speakers, discussions, sports, music and fun. Topics will focus on decision-making, critical thinking, communicating effectively, public service, contemporary problems and career development. The participants will live, work, study and play together in a democratic setting under the guidance of professional counselors and educators. Anyone interested in obtaining further information should contact Brady at dana.brady@whitesrfs.org or any other member of the Wabash Rotary Club. Applications need to be received by Feb. 10.

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Kindergarten Round-Up to be held March 21

Kindergarten Round-Up will be held at the Honeywell Center in the lobby area on March 21, 811:30 a.m. and 4-7:30 p.m. This will be the only day for Round-Up this year. Any child eligible to attend Kindergarten must go to Round-Up to register for school. Students must be five years old by Aug. 1 to be eligible. Parents are to bring

a copy of an original Court House issued birth certificate and shot records to Round-Up along with registration papers filled out. Registration papers can be obtained by calling or stopping by the school they will be attending. Please call your respective school and pre-register and pick up your packet of paperwork. The last day to register is Feb.

25. Kindergarten entrance requirements are: - Official birth certificate, age 5 by Aug. 1 - Dental exam, free at Round-up - Vision screen, free at Round-up - Physical Exam done by your physician - Immunizations, 5 DTAP, 4 Polio, 2 MMR, series of 3 Hepatitis

B, 2 Varicella (Chicken Pox), all free, Hepatitis A is optional Free dental exams, vision screens, lead testing and booster shots will be available at Round-Up. This is the opportunity to

meet requirements for attending school in the fall. Round-Up will also include fingerprinting by police and sheriffs and a Wabash County Hospital Hand W a s h i n g Demonstration.

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A SOUP SUPPER with Southwood Jazz Band will be held on Feb. 11, 4-7 p.m., at the L a F o n t a i n e Community Building. The menu will include: chili, vegetable soup, ham & beans, cornbread, hot dogs, chips and drinks. There will be desserts available. LaFontaine Lions is hosting this event. Proceeds will go toward local projects. LUCKYHORSE 4-H CLUB will meet on Feb. 9 at the Somerset Community Building at 7 p.m. This is an important organizational meeting. For

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more information, call Duane Truss at 260-5631614. HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY TO: Feb. 1 Kaley Denney, Feb. 4 Madison Taylor, Mitchell Mercer, Feb. 5 Marie Jones, Feb. 6 Barbara Mundt HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO: Feb. 8 Stan Owen, Feb. 9 Melissa Phillipy, Feb. 11 Claude Brane, Bob Royce, Feb.12 Kathie Dawes, Feb. 14 Braxton Culver HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO: Feb. 1 Jim and Sandra Weaver, Feb. 14 Jim and Martha Philbeck ROBERT MCKENZIE passed away on Jan. 27. Prayers and condolences go to his family and many friends. L A F O N TA I N E U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T CHURCH will have Scout Sunday on Feb. 12. Youth group will meet at 6 p.m. the same day. High school retreat will be Feb. 17-19 with no youth group on Feb. 19.

L A F O N TA I N E “ASHLAND DAYS” FESTIVAL COMMITTEE will meet on Feb. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the L a F o n t a i n e Community Building in the Lions Room. If you have any ideas and can help please plan on coming to this meeting. L A F O N TA I N E LIONS met on Jan. 26, 7 p.m., at LaFontaine Community Building with Lion George Rapp as host. Lion President Larry Eib the meeting. Lion Brad Rody gave the prayer with Lion Bill Ramsey leading the Pledge of Allegiance. The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and approved. Members decided to have Dan’s Fish and Chicken dinner on May 15 instead of on a Saturday. If we have a better turn out on Tuesday we will continue to have Dan’s during the week. Lion Larry installed new member Andrew Kirk. It was decided to go out to eat for our next meeting. Lion Norine

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FIVE GENERATION PICTURE: Pictured are: Jeanette Bowman Fisher, 96, Kathryn Fisher Trisler, 72, Melissa Krieger, Kasey Krieger and Kasey’s daughter, Makenzaie, 2. Jeanette graduated from LaFontaine High School in 1933. She has a brother, Charles Bowman, with sons, Dan and Kevin, all living in the LaFontaine area. Her niece is Janice Shenefield with the honey business in LaFontaine. (photo provided)

Tri Kappa to host sixth annual Winter Wonderland Ball and Dessert Auction The sixth annual “Winter Wonderland Ball and Dessert Auction” will be held on Feb. 11, at the Wabash County REMC Building, located at 350 Wedcor Dr., Wabash. All proceeds from the dance go toward scholarships for seniors from Northfield, Southwood and Wabash high schools. The dinner dance will start at 6 p.m. and end at 11 p.m. If you are looking for a fun evening to fight the winter blues, then this dinner dance, sponsored by the Wabash Chapter Tri Kappa is the place to be. The semi-formal evening will consist of a dinner catered by All Occasions. The highlight of the annual dessert auction will be

THE WINTER WONDERLAND COMMITTEE has set the sixth annual Winter Wonderland Ball and Dessert Auction for Feb. 11. Pictured are committee members, (from left) Jennifer Whetstone, Karen Walker, Beth Miller, Sharon Hall, Wanda Fowler and Cindy Rich. (photo provided) a “dessert a month” able at the following donated by Sam and locations: Friermood Jennifer Whetstone. Tire & Alignment, Other desserts will be Love Bug, Dr. provided by Tri Streiter’s Dental Kappa members. Office, and Wabash Dance music will be Realty, located at the provided by Smitty’s corner of Stitt and Entertainment. There Cass St. Questions will be a cash bar. can be referred to Tickets can be pur- Karen Walker, 260-563or Bev chased from Tri 4791, Kappa members. Vanderpool, 260-563They are also avail- 4964.

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February 8, 2012

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HELLO EVERYBODY, I just got back from visiting my mom, for a few weeks in Florida, had a great time but now I’m back to report on what’s happening in Laketon. Hope all had a Merry Christmas and a great start to a new year. ON MARCH 31, 1925, the little hamlet accustomed to a peaceful existence suddenly became a hot bed of activity. An unusual car was seen cruising around Laketon, especially the bank. At 9 a.m., a Ford Touring car pulled up out front of the bank. Two young men got out and looted the bank of $1,969.31. One of the men put a gun in the face of E.L. Bright, the head cashier, and ordered him and Mrs. Violet Ogden to put their hands up. They quickly sped away after emptying the bank. Robert Fulton, S.A. Pence and R. Stranglin jumped into a car and gave pursuit but soon lost them. The bank carried insurance, but detectives tried to find who had committed the robbery. Many thought that it was Harry Pierpont and/or his brother,

Fred. Harry was stopped by police in a small town several counties away after paying for his meal with $10 in quarters. Over $100 dollars in quarters had been taken from the bank. However, Bright and Ogden could not identify him or his brother. Later, Harry Pierport took into his gang a young man called John Dillinger and gave him his training in bank robbery. (From LAKETON by Ron Woodward) TORNADO SIREN UPDATE: The Laketon/Pleasant T o w n s h i p Association is pleased to announce that the tornado siren was checked out by J. & K. Communication Inc. They found that the siren board needed repaired. It has been fixed and tested by the technician. The first siren alarm test will be Feb. 7 around 3 p.m., and will be the first Tuesday of the month thereafter. I’d like to thank Bill Proffitt for keeping on this and getting the job done. THE AMERICAN LEGION would like to thank everyone who came to the Legion on New Years Day for a corn beef and cabbage meal. Remember, you can still get breakfast and/or lunch every Monday at the Legion. P L E A S A N T TOWNSHIP FIRE D E PA R T M E N T YEAR END REPORT: Pleasant Township Fire Department responded to 194 emergency incidents in 2011. 81 were medical runs, 19

vehicle accidents and 94 were for fire and other emergency related incidents. Total man hours spent on emergency incidents was 1,389. Total man hours spent on training was 1,360. Adam Casper is the fire chief, Mitch Steele is assistant chief, Jim Sleighter and Kent Trickle are captains and Stan Bagley is a lieutenant for the Department. (From Kent Trickle) L A K E T O N SEWER UPDATE: The Sewer meeting was held Jan 19, and due to the bad weather that night the engineer and the people from Wabash couldn’t make it. The locals discussed the Income Survey and the need for 30 more responses on the survey. It is very important for those of you who haven’t sent in your survey to please do so. The more surveys sent in will help in determining the cost to all. The possible location of the sewer plant was at the refinery, but some controversy over that location has led to other possible locations from the Engineering

Study, one of which is to send to North Manchester. The other is to build Laketon’s own sewer plant. The committee is checking into which option is best for the Laketon community. The next Sewer Meeting will be held Feb. 16. All meetings are held the third Thursday in every month. (From Stan Bagley) THE LAKETON / PLEASANT TOWNSHIP ASSOCIATION had a meeting on Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. The new officers took over for their first time. The new president is Evelyn Dingess, vice president is Bill Proffitt, secretary is Molly England and treasurer is Elaine England. The next meeting will be held on Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. LAKETONIAN FESTIVAL: During the Jan. 30, 2012, township meeting, the 2012 Laketonian Festival was discussed and the new co-chairs will be Evelyn Dingess and Bill Proffitt. The festival will be held in September again this year on Sept. 21-23.

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The plans are in the works to make this years festival even better than last year. SPEEDY RECOVERY: I’d like to wish Larry Hively a rapid recovery from surgery. We are all thinking of you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to everyone who had birthdays in January. What a great way to start the new year. REMEMBER: If you have any news you want to share, call me at 260-225-5731 or email me at laketontoday@yahoo.com by Wednesday the week before to be included.

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his/her great job being a Metro North Polar Bear. There will be no school on Feb. 17 and 20; keep in mind that these are possible make up days. (From the Metro North Newsletter) THE NORTHFIELD BAND’S annual tenderloin dinner will be held on Feb. 17, at the Northfield High School Cafeteria from 5 to 7 p.m. prior to the Boys Northfield/Southwood basketball game. The dinner will include a tenderloin sandwich made by Richvalley Church, applesauce, dessert and a drink. The Jazz Band will be playing at 5:30 p.m. and the Sixth Grade Band will be playing at 6 p.m. Carry-outs are available. THE LIONS CLUB will be providing a Senior Citizen’s Valentine meal for the Roann area, to be held at the Methodist Church on Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. Carry-out will be available. If you know of a shut-in who would appreciate a meal delivered that evening, please contact Donna Harman at 765-8335663. Seniors are wel-

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Feature of the Week! 1233 GREEN ACRE CT., WABASH • New Roof • New Kitchen Flooring • Privacy Fence, Patio • Cul De Sac • Walk To Pool MLS #77070422 $36,000

5572 W. 200 S., WABASH Great ranch home close to town & Northfield schools. Brick exterior, deck in back w/privacy fence & creek at back of property. 3 bedrooms 2 full baths. Gas Log Fireplace in family room open to kitchen & dining rooms. 2 car attached garage & separate mud room before coming in home. Great neighborhood featuring over 90 acres of 17 BRANSON, LAFONTAINE woods & pond for your enjoyment w/hunting, fish- • 1,592 Sq. Ft. • 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath ing, 4-wheelers & more. 77068229 $124,900. • Small Town Living Call Lori Siders today. MLS #77067066

DAVE AND MARJORIE (TSCHANTZ) BENZINGER will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a party, hosted by their children and grandchildren, on Feb. 11, 2-4 p.m., at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ, Wabash. The couple was married on Feb. 11, 1962, at Collamer Church of God. Pastor Richard Wood officiated. Dave is now retired, and had previously been employed at General Telephone, Wabash Magnetics and Wabash Alloys. Marge is also retired, and had previously been employed at Bowen Center, Wabash Magnetics and Wabash County Hospital. The couple has three children, Jill (Mike) Wertenberger of Claypool, Brent (Tracy) Benzinger of Warsaw and Greg (Kristy) Benzinger of Wabash; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. (photo provided)

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Upper Wabash’s Eagle Watch field trip set for Feb. 18-19

Enjoy the majesty of bald eagles in Indiana with the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services’ annual Eagle Watch field trips on Feb. 18 and 19. Participants will meet at the interpre-

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Science in Motion offers students an opportunity to learn and travel Jackson Hole and Yellowstone? Buffalo and bears? Staggering mountains and roaring rivers? Science in Motion III provides students an opportunity to learn the ABC’s of our country through firsthand experiences. Students acquire an understanding of places, historical events, geographical formations, animal life and much more about the United States of America. They also grow as individuals and learn to work as a cooperative member of a large group. If this sounds interesting, and if you are an MSD student currently in grades five through nine, pick up an application in the office of your school. Applications should be turned into your school’s office, preferably by Feb. 20.

PAT WARD, administrator at Millers Merry Manor East, Doris Miller and Robin Derck present a prize to Barbara Ward, grand prize winner. Millers Merry Manor sponsors a quarterly luncheon and bingo at Dallas Winchester Senior Center for all seniors in the community. Something different this time was a grand prize, which was a 105 gallon tote filled with household supplies and other usable items. (photo provided)

Bowling for Kids 2012 to be held March 4 It’s that time of year again. Bowling for Kids is scheduled for March 4 at Cannonball Lanes. This event gives people in the community the opportunity to raise money and come together to bowl one game to celebrate helping the Youth Service Bureau’s Mentoring Program. Every dollar raised stays in Wabash County to help match youth with positive adult role models. Please consider saying yes when someone requests you to put together a bowling team or donate to

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February 8, 2012

Huntington Heritage Days to be held June 20-24

The Heritage Days Steering Committee has named the theme for the 2012 Heritage Days festivities as “Unlocking the Canal”. Festivities c e l e b r a t i n g Huntington’s heritage will be held at locations throughout the community June 20 through June 24. This year’s theme will allow participants in the annual Heritage Days Parade and other activities to depict the Wabash and Erie Canal, which was a part of Huntington from 1835 to 1873, as their float or activity theme. This part of Huntington’s history will give Heritage Days participants the opportunity to get to know a little more about the building of the canal and the settlers it brought to the area. The theme is part of an ongoing effort to “explore” Huntington’s heritage. Elias Murray, nephew of Samuel Huntington (a congressman from Connecticut, who signed the United States Constitution and who Huntington is named for), dug the first shovelful of dirt for the Wabash and Erie Canal on Feb. 22, 1832. George Washington’s birthday was chosen for the event as he was seen as the foremost promoter of American canals in that day. The first 25-mile section of the Wabash

and Erie Canal to be completed ran from Fort Wayne to Huntington. The first canal boat, Indiana, docked in Huntington at Burke’s Lock on July 3, 1835, and transported passengers to Fort Wayne and back. The next day, on July 4, the canal was officially open for traffic. Many more canal boats were constructed and the canal opened the Huntington area for settlement by those from all over the country. Canal properties were maintained, crops and goods were transported and travelers taken care of. The town of Roanoke became a prominent shipping point and was the principal trading place between Fort Wayne and Wabash. The Wabash and Erie Canal eventually connected the area to the Great Lakes region on one end and Evansville on the other. From the Great Lakes region canals connected our area to the east coast. As the canal opened the Huntington area to settlement by whites, it also ended the era of Miami Indian domination. Traveling on packets of the Indiana Canal Company, and escorted by soldiers, the Miami tribe was moved west in 1846. Only a few families remained in the area. By 1856, the railroad was becoming a presence the canal could not compete

Senior Center to hold annual Sweetheart Concert and Dance

The Wabash Community Band, directed by Bob Urbani, will perform the annual Sweetheart Concert and Dance on Feb. 12 at the Dallas Winchester Senior Center. Starting at 2 p.m. will be the concert band followed by a short intermission; then the dance band will perform Big Band music. A dance floor is available for anyone wanting to dance. Free admission and refreshments will be

provided. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Sarah See 260-5682733.

with. The railroad path followed the Wabash River and the canal route. Because it was more efficient and could haul a greater amount of product at a higher speed, the canal was abandoned in 1873. The route of the canal in Huntington County ran alongside U.S. 24 and through D o w n t o w n Huntington to Wabash and beyond. As the longest manmade waterway in America at 459 miles long, the Wabash and Erie Canal helped to create our community as we know it today. The Heritage Days Parade will be held June 23 beginning at 10 a.m. Groups are considered as one entry. This fee along with a certificate of liability insurance must be submitted along with the parade registration form. Activities that will be a part of this year’s Heritage Days festivities include an ice cream social on Wednesday evening and the annual Rotary Strawberry Feed on Thursday evening, both at Hier’s Park. A traditional Chief of the Flint Springs Tribe breakfast at LaFontaine Golf Club will take place on Thursday morning. The car show will be held in Downtown Huntington on Friday evening, the parade will take place on Saturday and a hot air

balloon festival will continue through the weekend with a balloon glow on Saturday evening at Huntington North High School. Goods and services will be available from vendors at The Marketplace in D o w n t o w n Huntington through Saturday evening. A new improved children’s area known as the Fun Zone, bed races, tours at the Historic Forks of the Wabash and exhibits at the Huntington Historical Museum will also be a part of Saturday’s festivities. JeFFFest will take place on Sunday evening in the center block of downtown completing the Heritage Days festivities. As a new addition to downtown activities, the Chamber is inviting local businesses and not-forprofit organizations to participate in The Marketplace by setting up booths in des-

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ignated areas downtown to sell their products and services. There will be no charge for not-forprofits displaying their goods in this area. For more information about this activity, contact the Chamber office. Poor Jack’s Amusements will once again be the carnival of choice for 2012. Rides and activities will be located on Warren Street from June 20 through June 24. Streets involved with the carnival will close on June 18 at 5 p.m. to allow for setup. Poor Jack’s has been a part of the Bluffton Street Fair for 38 years and Old Settlers Days in

Columbia City for over 21 years. Heritage Days are coordinated by a Steering Committee of the Huntington County Chamber of

Commerce. For more information, contact the Chamber at 260356-5300 or visit the website at www.huntingtoncountychamber.com.

Urbana Yoke Parish Whole Hog Sausage And Pancake Day Saturday, February 25th, 2012 At The

Urbana Lions Community Building Serving Times: 6:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m & 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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February 8, 2012

Now open: The Longshot Game Room & Grill by Shaun Tilghman features@nmpaper.com

The Longshot Game Room & Grill, located in the old Eagles Lodge building at 400 Beckley St., North Manchester, opened for business on Jan. 24. Owners Brian and Shirley Powell have put a lot of work into getting the building ready for customers, and the biggest point they want to stress is that it is a restaurant with pool tables - not the typical pool hall. “Manchester has never really seen anything like this, so we’re just hoping to offer a different experience,” said Brian. “I hope Manchester

embraces it.” “I really just wanted to combine two of my favorite things, which are cooking and playing pool,” he continued. “I own the Wabash NAPA pool league, so that’s kind of how I got started in that area. My experience in cooking comes from my grandma teaching me at a young age. I learned a lot from my grandma and then just picked up even more on my own. I’ve also hired a cook (Bill Brown) who has a real passion for cooking, so we’re trying to make things different than you would find anywhere else.” The restaurant will

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offer weekend buffets, breakfast buffets on Saturday mornings, and different dinner specials each night. There will be a regular lunch menu with items that can be ordered all day, but the dinners are going to be specials that constantly change. “So if you come in on a Tuesday one week, and then you come back the next Tuesday, everything is going to be different,” Brian explained. “To me, it’s more of a home-cooked type of menu that offers meals like you’d get at home,” he added, “if I had to say anything more than that I guess it’s probably more southern than anything. We’re going to offer some good handmade hamburgers, as well as what I call the Dog Bar, which is going to have grilled hot dogs and sausages that are served plain, but we’ll have a buffet of toppings - so it’s made your way. We’ll also have tenderloins, steaks, and real mashed potatoes.” The restaurant has seating for approximately 150, with a family-style dining area on one side of the building, which has doors that can be closed to separate that section from the rest of the building. On the opposite side of the building there are eight pool tables and some video games, along with several tables for that section. Longshot will be alcohol-free, and while there are designated non-smoking areas for dining, there is smoking allowed certain sections of the building. “Unfortunately, in

the pool table area I am allowing smoking or else I will lose all my pool players, but I have installed a smoke eater,” Brian stated. According to Brian, when they first hatched the idea for the business they were considering a pool hall more than anything, but the reactions they got from the community led them to pursue the restaurant aspect more. “Manchester has a lot of pool players, and I just want a place where they can come play without being in the typical pool hall environment,” he added. “But, I also want that environment where kids can come in to learn how to play and practice. I hope to get some tournaments going and some league play, and I’d even like to host some professionals who do demonstrations, trick shots, etc. “We just want to make sure we offer a clean, safe environment. We want to make sure that all ages can play pool, as long as they’re able to play. But, if it comes down to it, and the restaurant is the mainstay, I’ll take the pool tables out or do whatever it takes.” Brian went on to say that they are really just hoping to be involved with the community on several levels. “We do plan on having bands and karaoke in the future, because there is nowhere for kids and teenagers to go and do that stuff around here,” he continued, “we do want to cater to the needs of the

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kids without alienating any of the older people. We’re planning to offer a lot of things for kids to do around the holidays, and in the summer we’re hoping to utilize some of our space outside - maybe even get some activities going during FunFest. We also want to bring in some college students so we’re working on some specials we can do for them if they show their student ID.” Brian, Shirley and their five employees used the first few days of being open as a soft opening in preparation for the Grand Opening with the Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 27. “I wanted to be in here well before Thanksgiving, but in having to get the property rezoned from industrial to commercial we didn’t actually take possession until about two weeks before that,” Brian explained. “We then spent over six weeks

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the building ready. As well as Jenny Richardson, who painted a couple of nice murals to help brighten the place up.” Brian concluded by saying that they will eventually have a room available to rent out for banquets. Also, Shirley will use a room in the building to offer a small, indoor flea market on Saturday mornings. The Longshot Game Room & Grill is open Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturday, 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 7 p.m.

Six entrants represent Wabash at Elks North East District Hoop Shoot The Elks North East District Hoop Shoot competition was held on Jan. 28 at Indian Springs Middle School, Columbia City. Wabash County was well represented by six individuals from area schools. The individuals qualified for District Hoop Shoot through the local Elks contest, which was held in December 2011. Results are as follows: 8- and 9-Year Olds

Girls, second place, Alexis Finney - Boys, third place, Rob Ford 10-12-Year-Olds Girls, second place, India Shear - Boys, fifth place, Davis Coyne 12-13-Year-Olds - Girls, fifth place, Lacie Beckam - Boys, seventh place, Reese Samons Alexis Finney and India Shear are alternates for the State competition, which will be held Feb. 25 in New Castle.

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February 8, 2012

Wabash Middle School releases honor roll

Wabash Middle School recently released their honor rolls for the first semester and second quarter of the 2011/2012 school year. The first semester honor roll is as follows: High Honor Roll Grade 6: Cody Beeks, Aidan Benysh, Chaney Byers, Courtney Eshelman, Alexis Hartley, Kaitlyn Hashbarger, Olivia Hipskind, Isabel Hughes, Ayden Kocher, Gage Miller, Austin Vinopal Grade 7: Katie Ford, Kaleb Kelsheimer, Cheyenne King, Zoe Payne Grade 8: Adam Driscoll, Skyler Hall, Kalana Hueston, Daniel Martin, Katie McCauley, Sydni Mullett, Samuel O’Connell, Skyler Smith, Maggie Walley, Franchescia Wiser Regular Honor Roll Grade 6: Kathryn Brown, Jacob Bruss, Kassandra Burcheett, Kylie Carmichael, Ryan Davis, Zoe Dennney, Madison Gatchel, Trace Goodwin, Cassie Hawkins, Kia Jessee, Kaed Keohler, Angela Levine, Alexsandra Luckenbill, Lecas Mattern, Kenda Mullen Morgan Owens, Abony Petty, Braxton Proctor, Vali Reed, Alicyn Sheets, Christian Simpson, John Stewart, Michael Swango, Tristan Vigar, Maggie Way, Bailey Yoakum Grade 7: Nicole Adams, Rachel Adams, Kelsey Burns, Taylor Cain, Hope Denney, Kaitlyn Dowdal, Jaci Gahl, Alec Garbaciak, James Hashbarger, Marissa Hayslett, Chloe Hipskind, Isaiah Kipskind, Macy Hoover, Randi Jones, Shane King, Taylor Middleton, Caitlyn Mullen,

Jaycee Parrett, Kennedy Prater, Lucas Proctor, Nicholas Rhoads, Morgan Sprague, Cal Stone, Hunter Tucker, Sabrina Wagner, Brianna Walters, Katelyn Wood Grade 8: Cailey Beauchamp, Zach Brown, Jordan Burnsworth, Rheann Burton, Gabrielle Cavins, Ac Chanthachak, Robert Coble, William Cooley, Kristin Cromer, Angela Davis, Madison Decker, Gabrielle Denham, Ben Dillon, Michael Dragoo, Treavor Floor, Dylan Gunderman, Carli Henderson, Elizabeth Hendricks, Jordan Holley, Tyler Hough, Sarina Jamerson, Marcus Jones, Reece McDonald The second quarter honor roll is as follows: High Honor Roll Grade 6: Alexis Hartley, Olivia Hipskind, Isabel Hughes, Gage Miller, Michael Swango, Austin Vinopal Grade 7: Nicole Adams, Katie Ford, Kaleb Kelsheimer, Cheyenne King, Zoe Payne Grade 8: Adam Driscoll, Kalana Hueston, Katie McCauley, Sydni Mullett, Taylor Robbins, Maggie Walley, Franchescia Wiser Regular Honor Roll Grade 6: Cody Beeks, Aidan Benysh, Kathryn Brown, Jacob Bruss, Kassandra Burchett, Chaney Byers, Ryan Davis, Zoe Denney, Courtney Eshelman, Madison Gatchel, Kamryn Grier, Kaitlyn Hashbarger, Cassie Hawkins, Robert King, Ayden Kocher, KAed Keohler, Angela Levine, Alexsandra Luckenbill, Lucas

Mattern Morgan Owens, Abony Petty, John Stewart, Maggie Way, Bailey Yoakum Grade 7: Rachel Adams, Justin Beauchamp, Kesley Burns, Taylor Cain, Kaitlyn Dowdal, Esperanza FloresLopez, Jaci Gahl, Alec Garbaciak, James Hashbarger, Marissa Hayslett, Chloe HIpskind, Isaiah Hipskind, Macy Hoover, Randi Jones, Shane King, Lakin McCord, Taylor Middleton, Caitlyn Mullen, Kennedy Prater, Lucas Proctor, Nicholas Rhoads, Morgan Sprague, Harmonie Stiles, Cal Stone, Hunter Tucker, Brittany Vest, Sabrina Wagner, Brianna Walters, Katelyn Wood Grade 8: Paige Nelson, Zachary Newman, Aries Reza, Taylor Robbins, Brandon Sheridan, Megan Shidler, Kia Smith, Cailey Beauchamp, Zach Brown, Jordan Burnsworth, Rheann Burton, Alexis Castro, Gabrielle Cavins, Ac Chanthachak, Robert Coble, Kiersten Cole, Kristin Cromer, Angela Davis, Madison Decker, Gabrielle Denham, Ben Dillon, Michael Dragoo, Treavor Floor, Taylor Gatchel, Dylan Gunderman, Skyler Hall, Carli Henderson, Elizabeth Hendricks, Tyler Hough, Sarina Jamerson, Marcus Jones, Daniel Martin, Reece McDonald, Travis Minns, Paige Nelson, Zachary Newman, Samuel O’Connell, Nicole Pyatskowit, Aries Reza, Brandon Sheridan, Megan Shidler, Troy Jason Shidler, Kia Smith, Skyler Smith

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Dear editor, Voters need to stand up and vote loud this year. In 2010, a small percentage of voters fueled by a dire economy and the tea party, elected huge Republican majorities, in Indiana and nationwide. The result being the GOP going to war with the middle class. Right

to work is nothing more than an attempt to break up unions. If you look at stats from right to work states, wages are less than that of Hoosiers. If the Republican Party gets their way, and elects Mike Pence governor, and are able to keep control of both houses, I doubt there

will even be a middle class left. Before you vote, do your homework. The Republican Party does not have the interest of the middle class or poor in mind. Stop the radical republicans’ agenda in making Indiana and the U.S. A. an oligarchy. Chad Harris

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NORTHFIELD BAND SUPPER: The Northfield Bands annual tenderloin dinner will be held Feb. 17 at the Northfield High School Cafeteria from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. prior to the boys’ Northfield / Southwood basketball game. The dinner will include a tenderloin sandwich, made by Richvalley Church, applesauce, dessert and a drink. The Jazz Band will be playing at 5:30 p.m. and the sixth grade band will be playing at 6 p.m. Carryout will be available. URBANA YOKE PARISH is having their annual Whole Hog Sausage and Pancake Day on Feb. 25 from 6:30 to 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Urbana Community Building. One-pound packages of sausage and sausage patties will be available for sale. All proceeds will go toward Benevolence projects - “helping people in need.” A sign-up sheet will be posted for those wishing to help. If you have questions about working or tickets, please contact a committee member: Aaron and Dawn Mattern, Dan and Brenda Eads, Chris and Pam Hann, Ed

and Lori Fitch. RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE: The Urbana Yoke Parish Outreach Committee has scheduled a blood drive on March 12 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. The set-up for this one is different. Registration will be in the Grace Church lounge. The blood draw will take place in the Red Cross Bloodmobile, which will be parked just outside the church door. Put the date on your calendar and watch for additional details. 1950 URBANA G R A D U A T E ARMOND S. PAULING of LaPine, Ore., died on Jan. 29. Cards can be sent to his wife, Carolyn, at 52687 Day Rd., LaPine, OR 97739. Armond was president of Big O Tires of Napa, Calif. Other members of the Class of 1950 who are still living are: Elva Jean (Bower) Rouch, Harold Christie, Dean Dawes, Bryce Eiler, Vivian (Hardman) Shortreed, Patsy (Hine) Ballard, JoAnne (Long) Weaver, Barbara (Pressler) Lynn, Larry Urschel, Donald Monce. Deceased members of this class are: Jeannine (Eiler) Young, Phylllis (Morris) Angelidis, Mary Jane (Purdy) Anderson and Don Wilhelm. LARRY SMUCKER, a former Northfield teacher and football coach, has been in and out of a hospital in Lakeland, Fla., since Oct. 4, 2011, when he had surgery for a non-

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malignant brain tumor. While in the hospital following the first surgery, he suffered several small strokes. Since that time, he has had another surgery and is now in a rehab facility learning to stand and walk. I talked with his son, Matt, on Jan. 29. Matt said Larry’s speech was not affected and mentally he is fine. At the present time he just needs to keep working to regain his mobility. Matt said his dad (and mom) would appreciate notes of encouragement. They can be sent to L a r r y / L i n d a Smucker, 3728 Wildcat Run, Lakeland, FL 33810. WILDCAT PRIDE WINNERS drawn on Jan. 27 were Trevor Burnsworth who helped a classmate pick up his pencil lead without being told, and Stephanie Cornett for coming in early to work on math. Trevor was nominated by Ms. Gorman and Stephanie was nominated by Mr.Cussen. Students received Wildcat Pride drawstring bags and a YMCA guest pass. SHARP CREEK DATES: Feb. 10 Social studies fair judging in the morning. Feb. 13 - PTO meeting at 6:30 p.m. and Walking Club after school. Feb. 20-24 - Book Fair week in the Library. Feb. 29 at 9 a.m. Slim Goodbody Health and Nutrition presentation at Northfield High School for all grades. URBANA YOKE

PARISH: Those serving during the 9:30 a.m. worship service on Feb. 12 are: Worship Leader Brian Chamberlain; Liturgist - Linda Newcomb; Head Usher - Dan Eads; Acolytes - McKenzie Baer and Emma Hoover; Nursery Attendant - Troy and Stacy Baer; Greeters Orville and Martha Chamberlain; Organist - Nancy Miller; Pianist Janene Dawes. Feb. 8 the Coordinating Council will meet at 7 p.m. Feb. 14, the Women’s Guild will meet at 1:30 p.m. (note the time change) in Grace Church. Choir practice will be on Feb. 12, at 9 a.m. before the 9:30 a.m. worship service. The choir will be singing for Easter. Sunday School Attendance Awards were given on Jan. 15 for the last quarter of 2011. Those receiving awards were: McKenzie, Jaden and Teagon Baer, Noah and Layne Denton, Christie Sparks, and Michael and Delanie Schlemmer. To receive an attendance award at the end of the quarter, you must not miss more than three Sundays in that quarter. On Jan. 8, the following children were recognized for memorizing Bible verses: Emma Hoover and McKenzie Baer memorized Matthew 7:12; Emma and Eden Hoover and Courtney Chamberlain memorized Psalm 56: 3-4; Emma and Eden Hoover, Torina Runkel, Christie Sparks and Michael

THIS IS A PICTURE OF FORMER URBANA RESIDENT Gladys Holycross along with her great-granddaughter, Megan Myrehn, who is Miss Indiana 2012. Megan and other family members surprised Gladys with a visit on Jan. 23 at Blair Ridge Assisted Living facility in Peru. Those visiting Gladys were Megan Myrehn’s mother, Kim Myrehn; Mrs. Ed (Marty) Holycross; Marty and Ed’s daughters, Jana Wilson and Jessica Jones; and Marty and Ed’s grandchildren, Lydia, Riley, Jackson and Nolan Jones. Also attending from Urbana were Wanda Frehse and Mary Ann Mast. (photo provided) Schlemmer memorized Philippians 2: 14-15; and Grant Dale and James Haggerty memorized The Lords Prayer and Matthew 6:9-13. Church Yearbooks - one per family - are done and can be picked up at the church. If there are any corrections, please notify the church office so changes can be made. Jama Runkel is in Honduras for part of her schooling for the next four months and would love to have mail. Her address is Apdo 30676, Te g u c i g a l p a , Honduras, Central

America. PRAYER CONCERNS: On Feb. 1, Robert Beck was released from the Indianapolis hospital to go to Fort Wayne, where he will stay with his sister while doing more rehab. Continue to remember Loyle Karns, Dean Dawes (had surgery on Feb. 3), Ardis (and Herb) Witkoske, Bonnie Merritt (the mother of Barb Dawes), Muirel Tyson, Sam Powers, Virgia Schnepp (Rolling Meadows), and Kraig Ahlfeld. On Jan. 31, Doris Mattern was moved from the hospital in Florida back to Westminster Towers. Her daughter, Linda, said “She is settled in and looking forward to intensive therapy. The therapy team could not believe how much she has progressed since she left Westminster two weeks ago. So I am hopeful her stay at Westminster is limited and she can get on with her life. Thanks so much for all your cards and prayers. They have really helped her.” Keep sending cards and/or notes to Doris’s Florida home address, 25 Braden Castle Rd., Bradenton, FL 34208. BRUNCH BUNCH

met at Pam’s Café on Feb. 1 with the following people present: Phil and Jan Weck, Marvin and Mary Ann Mast, Peggy and Chad Dilling, Donna Russell, Helen Dawes, Wanda Denney, Jim and Anne Bell, Max and Ruth Reed. BIRTHDAYS: Feb. 9 - Marlin Miller, Elsie Shepherd, Mark Losher. Feb. 10 Andrew Krom, Rosie Krom, Kyler Dale. Feb. 11 - Dr. John Dragoo, Evan Brown, Ronda Myers. Feb. 12 Cody White, Jeanne Urschel, Christian Rosen, Keith LaCanfora. Feb. 14 Johnny Myers, Sharon Stackhouse. Feb. 15 - Barb Sesco, M c K e n z i e Thornsbury, Landon Veverka. A N N I V E R SARIES: Feb. 10 Larry and Janie Hoover. Feb. 11 Robert and Janice Miller. Feb. 12 - Wayne and Karen Carpenter. Feb. 14 - Dallas and Kitty Baer and Joshua and Andrea Haggerty. NEWS ITEMS AND/OR PICTURES may be mailed to me at 1906 N 100 W, Wabash, or emailed to me at mamast1906@comcast.net or phone to 1800-886-3018.

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R E N OVAT I O N S : Recently, Huck’s underwent a major addition to its store. They now have hot breakfast items available, which are served until 10 a.m. Also, they serve Godfather’s Pizza with a large menu from which to choose. Their hours are M o n d ay - T h u r s d ay, 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Stop in and pick up a flier detailing their current pizza specials or they have a website, www.hucksnow.com. The current special on the website is their gift card program to get free gas. AT THIS TIME I would like to take just

a moment and clarify my position. My inclusion or exclusion of any business or organization is not by way of endorsing or in any way denigrating. It is my privilege to include your business or upcoming event in this column and it is my intention to provide that information to the best of my ability. If your business or event has not been included in this column it is not intentional and once I am provided with such information I will be more than happy to showcase your information for the community. CLUB RIOT AND KIDS FOR CHRIST: The North Manchester First Brethren Church, located at the corner of 5th and Sycamore streets, is hosting Club RIOT and Kids For Christ on Wednesday nights in February from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Club RIOT is for age three through fourth grade, while Kids For Christ is for fifth and sixth graders. Both groups include games, crafts,

a lesson from the Bible and snacks. Kids will lean about the armor of God and how they can take a stand for what is right. All kids should check in at the registration area downstairs when arriving and parents are asked to join them in the sanctuary for closing time together and pick-up at 7:35 p.m. For more information, visit the church website at www.nmfbc.org or call the church office at 260-982-6457. NORTH MANCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Call the library at 260-982-4773 or stop in at the desk to sign up for any of the upcoming children’s programs or computer classes. Also check the website for more informat i o n www.nman.lib.in.us. BIRTHDAYS: Tina Parker Feb. 5, Karen Stevens Feb. 6, Shiye Coe Happy 2nd Birthday Feb. 7, Raymond Stevens Feb. 8 TALK TO ME: Does your church group, club or other

group have an event or something of interest the rest of the community would be interested in hearing about? Let me know and I can pass it along. Do you have any questions about what’s happening in this town, if so, ask me and I will do my best to find the answer for you. DEADLINE for new is Wednesday by 5 p.m. for the following week’s edition. If you would like to include yourself or a friend or neighbor in the birthday or anniversary list please let me know at my email address. I also have a facebook page if you spend your time on there. If you don’t have access to a computer and would rather contact by phone, you can call 260-578-7319 and if I don’t answer please leave me your information. If you would rather a return call I will do so. This is your column and it is my desire to include the information you need and will enjoy reading so I’m waiting to hear from you.

Hensley named to dean’s list Kaleigh Hensley of Wabash was named to the Fall 2011 Dean’s List at the University of Saint Francis, Fort Wayne. Students must have a 3.5 grade point average or above on a 4.0 scale in order to be eligible. Hensley is studying exercise science and education.

THE 2012 SPECIAL OLYMPICS POLAR PLUNGE will be held Feb. 11 at Crossroads Community Church, Kokomo. On-site registration and breakfast will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Opening ceremonies will be held at 10:30 a.m. The Polar Plunge will take place at 11 a.m. Following the plunge, there will be an After Splash Bash, awards and refreshments. This event will benefit Special Olympics Indiana. Online registration is open now at www.soindiana.org, or you may call Doug Adams at 260563-3905. This is one of 10 plunge sites in Indiana. Monies raised go toward local, area and state programs. Pictured are: (from left) Chris Adams, Paula Dunlap, Terah Sample, Chris McCallen, Richard Hundt and Doug Adams. (photo by Harold V. Chatlosh)

Celebrate Recovery held at Congregational Christian Church Celebrate Recovery (CR) for adults and Celebration Station (CS) for sixth-grade and under meet every Thursday night from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the North Manchester Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut Street, North Manchester. CR is a free, 12-Step program based on eight biblical principles and provides a process for individuals to heal. It teaches the fundamentals for family renewal, and encourages participants to become active members in their communities. CR was founded over 17 years ago by Rick Warren, author of “The Purpose Driven Life”, and John Baker, associate pastor at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, Calif., who sparked the empowering idea based on the work of A l c o h o l i c s Anonymous founder Bill Warren. J. P. Freeman, lead pastor for the Congregational

Christian Church, believes the CR biblically based program is an ideal way to reach out into the community and to bring healing to our homes. He states, “Recovery programs like CR have helped me through trying times as a pastor and in my personal life. The principles in the CR programs help us grow spiritually, which brings freedom from addictive, compulsive and dysfunctional behaviors. CR is a place for real people with real issues that can find real healing and freedom. The various components of CR offer healing to adults, children and teens and can reunite and strengthen our families and community.” This unique program is built around small group interaction and the fellowship of a caring community. Celebrate Recovery and Celebration Station offers age appropriate

teachings based on the New Testament principle that as a community we support each other in our individual healing. Fellowship and accountability, exercised in a trusting and confidential environment, are two important components of spiritual growth. Worship, teaching and small group discussions focus on helping each person apply their faith in every facet of life, so they may experience first -hand the blessings of God. Meetings for adults and children, sixth grade and under, are held every Thursday evening beginning at 7 p.m. Meetings are held at the North M a n c h e s t e r Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut St., North Manchester. For more information, please contact the church at connections@brightlightccc.org or by phone at 260-982-2882.

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Northwestern Tigers too much for Knights by Gary Andrews The Southwood boys basketball team traveled to Northwestern Feb. 4 to tangle with the host Tigers, who were touting an impressive 13-2 record and had won seven in a row. The Knights lost to the Tigers 80-55. The Southwood game has been up and down most of the season and Saturday was no different. The Knights had a good first quarter, then struggled for two before having a good fourth. The Knights would hit the first two buckets of the game, as the pace was fast and furious. Northwestern found their groove after the first couple minutes and the Knights held tough, trailing by four after one 18-14. The pace went from fast and furious to bombs away in the second quarter, as the Tigers found their range from behind the arch to build a 20point lead as the Knights struggled to score. Jackson Blair and Connor Hobbs hit from behind the arc

and Levi Winget hit a deuce as the Knights scored just eight points and trailed 4222 at the half. Up 20, Northwestern started the third quarter with a full court press, forcing the Knights to turn over the ball and built the lead to 28 points. Southwood managed just 12 points, five each from Hobbs and Winget and trailed the Tigers 63-34 after three. Continuing their woes, the Knights turned the ball over as the Tigers applied heavy pressure. Northwestern finally backed off the press when the lead hit 30. The Knights cut the lead to 22 at one point, out scoring the Tigers in the fourth 21-17, but the Tigers went on to the 25-point win 80-55. Leading Southwood was Jackson Blair and Connor Hobbs with 13 points each. Hobbs had 8 rebounds. Blair had 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Levi Winget had 9 points and 7 rebounds. Robbie Cole had 7 points, Corey Phillipy 6 and Ross Phillipy 5.

NORTHFIELDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HUNTER WELLS tries to roll an opponent during the IHSAA regional wrestling competition held Feb. 4 at Peru High School. Wells went on to capture the individual 152-pound title and advanced to the semi-state Feb. 11 at Snider High School. (photo provided)

Keaffaber leads Norse over Squires by Gary Andrews Nothing would be better than to lead your team to its 12th straight win on your birthday. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exactly what happened to Ryan Keaffaber Feb. 3 as he chipped in a game high 26 points leading the Norse to a 68-37 win over Manchester. Keaffaber hit the first bucket of the game and was followed with a bucket from Ryan Givens to give the Norse a quick 4-0 lead. Logan Brunn would hit before the Norse went on a 6-0 run, all scored by Keaffaber to lead 10-2. Claudel Dickantone would hit a three for the Squires to make it 10-5 before Givens hit again. Northfield led 14-7 after one. The Norse came out hot in the second quarter, starting the quarter on a 9-0 run to build a 23-7 lead. Givens started the run with a bucket before Chad Glasscock and Keaffaber connected on threes. Clayton

Petrie stopped the Norse run with a three of his own. At 23-10 the Norse would go on another run, this time 7-0, giving them a 20-point lead at 30-10. Noah Johnson connected for Manchester and then the Norse ended the quarter scoring the last 6 points and led 36-12 at the half. Manchester would score two of the first three buckets in the third quarter before Keaffaber went to work again. Keaffaber drained a three and followed it up with a jumper to put the Norse up 43-16. C o n n o r McLaughlin connected on a three for the Squires to make it 4721, before Northfield would score five straight. At 54-23 McLaughlin would hit his second three of the quarter for the Squires, with that being answered by a Givens bucket at the buzzer and the Norse led 56-26 after three. Givens and Keaffaber would hit

back to back to start the fourth quarter before McLaughlin hit his third three of the game. After a Northfield time out McLaughlin connected from downtown again to make it 60-32. Givens, Keaffaber, Cody Gibson and Tanner Wilcox would hit the next four buckets, giving the Norse a 68-32 lead before McLaughlin ended the scoring with a two followed by his fifth three of the game for the 68-37 final. Leading Northfield was Ryan Keaffaber with 26 points, 7 steals and 3 assists. Ryan Givens had 18 points and 5 rebounds. Collin Dawes and Chad Glasscock 7, Cody Gibson 5, Dustin Echard 3 and Tanner Wilcox 2. L e a d i n g Manchester was Connor McLaughlin with 17 points. Logan Brunn had 8, Claudel Dickantone and Clayton Petrie 3, Derek Self and Noah Johnson 2.

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Northwestern Tigers too much for Knights Keaffaber leads Norse over Squires by Gary Andrews The Southwood boys basketball team traveled to Northwestern Feb. 4 to tangle with the host Tigers, who were touting an impressive 13-2 record and had won seven in a row. The Knights lost to the Tigers 80-55. The Southwood game has been up and down most of the season and Saturday was no different. The Knights had a good first quarter, then struggled for two before having a good fourth. The Knights would

hit the first two buckets of the game, as the pace was fast and f u r i o u s . Northwestern found their groove after the first couple minutes and the Knights held tough, trailing by four after one 18-14. The pace went from fast and furious to bombs away in the second quarter, as the Tigers found their range from behind the arch to build a 20-point lead as the Knights struggled to score. Jackson Blair and Connor Hobbs hit from behind the arc and Levi Winget hit a

deuce as the Knights scored just eight points and trailed 4222 at the half. Up 20, Northwestern started the third quarter with a full court press, forcing the Knights to turn over the ball and built the lead to 28 points. Southwood managed just 12 points, five each from Hobbs and Winget and trailed the Tigers 63-34 after three. Continuing their woes, the Knights turned the ball over as the Tigers applied heavy pressure. Northwestern finally

backed off the press when the lead hit 30. The Knights cut the lead to 22 at one point, out scoring the Tigers in the fourth 21-17, but the Tigers went on to the 25point win 80-55. L e a d i n g Southwood was Jackson Blair and Connor Hobbs with 13 points each. Hobbs had 8 rebounds. Blair had 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Levi Winget had 9 points and 7 rebounds. Robbie Cole had 7 points, Corey Phillipy 6 and Ross Phillipy 5.

Three Northfield wrestlers advance to semi state Feb. 11 The Norse wrestlers competed in the Peru Regional Feb. 4, finishing with three earning the right to participate in the Fort Wayne SemiState. Hunter Wells finished first at 152 pounds. Tanner Chamberlain (126) and Joseph Ross (195) finished second to make it to Memorial Coliseum Feb. 11. Spencer Miller, RJ Waldon, Jared Kirtlan, Kyle Houlihan and Cody Curless also competed at Regional but did not qualify to move on. T a n n e r Chamberlain started the day by defeating Northwestern’s Drew Miller by pin in 5:22. He then defeated North Miami’s Paul Mikesell 7-0. Tanner was defeated in the finals by Marion’s Gabe Flores by a score of 17-2. “Tanner wrestled well today and we are looking forward to him continuing that level of wrestling next week and

improving his 26-8 record,” Northfield head coach Gary Norman said. Hunter Wells started his run with a fall over Madison Grant’s Brian Yeagy in 3:46. He then earned a major decision over Northwestern’s Luke Akers by a score of 130. In the finals Hunter finished off his last opponent in 1:45. The match started out with both wrestlers working for position when Akers got the takedown. Wells quickly reversed Akers and rode him for a while before giving him an escape. After a couple of flurries of moves Hunter ended up on top of Akers and got the pin before time ran out. “Hunter really looked good today,” Norman said. “He was continually moving and using different attacks to keep his opponents off guard. It is always exciting when Hunter steps on the mat and he is really looking forward to

NORTHFIELD’S HUNTER WELLS tries to roll an opponent during the IHSAA regional wrestling competition held Feb. 4 at Peru High School. Wells went on to capture the individual 152-pound title and advanced to the semi-state Feb. 11 at Snider High School. (photo provided) extending his 32-1 record next Saturday.” Joseph Ross started his day looking good on his feet before pinning his opponent Russell McDorman from Western in 1:45. Joseph was able to score four takedowns in that amount of time before recording the first of his two falls on the day. Next he pinned Layne Emery from Huntington in 1:03 to

advance to the championship match. In his finals match Ross met up with undefeated Bo Butler (48-0) from Kokomo. After wrestling the three periods of regulation time it was tied 1-1. In the first period of overtime, Butler was able to secure a takedown to win 3-1. Ross’s record is now 33-2 and he is looking forward to competing in the semi-state next week.

by Gary Andrews Nothing would be better than to lead your team to its 12th straight win on your birthday. That’s exactly what happened to Ryan Keaffaber Feb. 3 as he chipped in a game high 26 points leading the Norse to a 68-37 win over Manchester. Keaffaber hit the first bucket of the game and was followed with a bucket from Ryan Givens to give the Norse a quick 4-0 lead. Logan Brunn would hit before the Norse went on a 6-0 run, all scored by Keaffaber to lead 10-2. Claudel Dickantone would hit a three for the Squires to make it 10-5 before Givens hit again. Northfield led 14-7 after one. The Norse came out hot in the second quarter, starting the quarter on a 9-0 run to build a 23-7 lead. Givens started the run with a bucket before Chad Glasscock and Keaffaber connected on threes. Clayton Petrie stopped the Norse run with a three of his own. At 23-10 the Norse would go on another run, this time 7-0, giving them a 20-point lead at 30-10. Noah Johnson connected for Manchester and then the Norse ended the quarter scoring the last 6 points and led 36-12 at the half. Manchester would score two of the first three buckets in the third quarter before Keaffaber went to work again. Keaffaber drained a three and followed it up with a jumper to put the Norse up 43-16. C o n n o r McLaughlin connected on a three for the Squires to make it 4721, before Northfield would score five straight. At 54-23 McLaughlin would hit his second three of

RYAN KEAFFABER (42) goes up for a lay up against Manchester Feb. 3 at Northfield High School. Keaffaber led all scorers with 26 points in a 68-37 win over the Squires. (photo by Gary Andrews) the quarter for the Squires, with that being answered by a Givens bucket at the buzzer and the Norse led 56-26 after three. Givens and Keaffaber would hit back to back to start the fourth quarter before McLaughlin hit his third three of the game. After a Northfield time out McLaughlin connected from downtown again to make it 60-32. Givens, Keaffaber, Cody Gibson and Tanner Wilcox would hit the next four buckets, giving the Norse a 68-32 lead before McLaughlin ended

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CHARISMATIC Victory Christian Fellowship, -Not religion...relationship! 112 W. Main Street, North Manchester, IN; (260) 982-8357; www.victorynm.org; Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Prayer Service 9:15 a.m.; Wednesday Worship Service 7:00 p.m.; Bookstore Hours: Tues. - Fri. 9:30 to 5:30/before and after each service. 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 Rick Smalling; Youth Pastor Jared Kidwell. Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship 10:00 am. Nursery Available. Wabash Christian Church, 110 W. Hill St., Wabash; phone 260-563-4179; Rev. Melinda Kammerer, Pastor; Worship Service 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Nursery provided. 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, 9:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.; Radio Ministry 8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Sunday WKUZ 95.9 FM. CHRISTIAN & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE Wabash Alliance Church, 1200 N. Cass St., 563-8503; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. (Kidz Worship, ages 4 through Grade 3); Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Family Night: activities include AWANA (6:30 p.m.); Alliance Allies (Teens) 7:00 p.m.; Adult Bible Study & Prayer 7:00 p.m. Nursery provided. Handicap Accessible. CHURCH OF CHRIST Bachelor Creek Church of Christ, 4 miles north of Wabash on St. Rd. 15; phone 563-4109; website: http://www.bachelorcreek.com; Solomon David, Senior Minister; Michael Eaton, Worship Minister; Cheryl Eaton, Director Of Music & Arts; David Lloyd, Children’s Minister; Linda Mirante, Associate Ministries; Aaron McClary, Minister of Connections; Kathy Henderson, Director of “Happy Days” Preschool. Dual Bible School & Worship, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Church of Christ at Treaty, 5 Miles South of Wabash on St. Rd. 15 to 50 E, (N about 1000 feet); Doug Oakes, minister; Artie Weisenbarger, youth minister. Church phone (765) 9814345. Bible School 9:00 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Wednesday evening meal at 5:45 p.m. Adult study & youth activity for all ages begins at 6:30 p.m. Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St., Wabash (corner of N. Wabash St. & State Route 24); Evangelist Guy G. Provance Jr.; 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 & Youth J.A.M. Program on 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, 4652 S. 100 W., Wabash; phone 260-563-8263; Pastor Rick Harrison. 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 .

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FRIENDS CHURCH Wabash Friends Church, 3563 S. St. Rd. 13, Wabash; phone 563-8452; www.wabashfriends.org; email: becky@wabashfriends.org; Alex Falder, lead pastor; Scott Makin, Director of Counseling; Rich Davis, Adult Fellowship and Outreach Co-Pastor; Sandy Davis, Adult Fellowship and Outreach Co-Pastor; Patrick Byers, Director of Youth and Contemporary Worship; Wes Ball, Worship Pastor/Choir Director; Kathy Jaderholm, Children’s Pastor. David Phillips, Pastoral Care. First Service 8:00 a.m.; Second Service 10:30 a.m.; Third Service 10:35 a.m.; Sunday School 9:15 a.m.; Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Handicap Accessible. LUTHERAN Zion Lutheran Church, (Missouri Synod), 173 Hale Drive, Wabash – (260) 563-1886; Sunday School 9:15a.m.; Morning worship 10:30a.m.; On Sunday February 19th Rev. Jeremy Yeadon will conduct the Adult Bible Class and the Morning Worship Service. Holy Communion will be observed. Organist is Susan Garrett, Elder is Kevin Teulker, Communion Assistant is Gary Masterson, Usher is Jim Craft, Altar is Mary Gibson-Cosby and Ruby Gaston, Acolyte is Emma Winkelman, and Nursery Attendant is April Nicely. Living Faith Church, worship service this Sunday at Falls Chapel, 725 Falls Avenue begins at 10:00 am. Please join us for an uplifting worship service filled with contemporary and traditional music, prayer, and a Bible-based message. A children's message is part of every worship service. Bible study classes for all ages begin at 9:00 am with fellowship time after worship. Everyone is welcome to join us for worship, inspiration and fellowship. Our facility is handicap accessible.

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Niconza Christian Fellowship Church, 4 Miles North of State Rd. 16, 3 Mile South of Disco,Miami/Wabash County Line Road 13718N 700E, Roann, Indiana 46974. Sunday Praise & Worship Service begins at 9:30 AM. The youth will join with the adults for Praise and Worship in the sanctuary, and then move to the west rooms for Children’s Church. Special music will be presented during the service. Pastor Phil is bringing a series of messages on the book of Acts in the morning services. Everyone is welcome!; Wednesday Bible Study meets the 2nd and 4th week of each month at 600 Strauss-Provimi Rd. in North Manchester at 7:00 PM. We are currently studying the methods used to fight the Spiritual war. Please come and join us!; Christmas Play will be at the church Sunday December 18th and we will be having a Candlelight service Saturday December 24th at 7:00 PM. in place of a morning service December 25th.; We are a Full Gospel Community Church where Spiritual gifts and talents operate. There is always an opportunity for one on one ministry for your special needs. You are invited to join us Sunday as we worship and hear from God through the preaching of His Word and the moving of the Holy Spirit!; Get your prayer request to the prayer group by calling the church office at (260)-3062030; by sending them E-Mail to (niconza@msn.com); or by sending them regular mail to Niconza Christian Fellowship Ministries, 300 W 4th Street, North Manchester, Indiana 46962 St. Paul’s County Line Church, 3995N 1000W, Phone 786-3365. Non-Denominational. Pastor Conrad Thompson. Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. Worship at 10:00 a.m. Youth program 6-8 p.m. on Sunday. Wednesday night Bible Study at 7 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church, (ELCA)1500 S. Wabash St., Wabash, IN 46992, 260.563.6626, trinitylutheran@kconline.com. We worship our Lord each Sunday at 9 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!

PRESBYTERIAN Presbyterian Church, 123 W. Hill St., Wabash; phone 260-563-8881; fax 260-563-8882; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.. Worship 10:30 a.m. Coffee hour & fellowship 11:30 a.m.; e-mail: office@wabashpresbyterian.com; website: WabashPresbyterian.com, handicap accessible sanctuary.

CONGREGATIONAL CHRISTIAN CHURCHES Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut Street, North Manchester; Phone: 260-982-2882; Pastors JP Freeman & Sebrena Cline; Sunday Services: 8:30-Traditional; 9:30-Contemporary; 11:00-Blended; 11:00 - Small Groups for Children, Teens & Adults; Wednesday at 7-8:30 pm - LIFE by LIGHT - Worship & Discussion gathering for Adults to work through life's hurts, habits & hang-ups; Handicapped accessible.; On the web at www.brightlightccc.org;Email: connections@brightlightccc.org

UNITED METHODIST Christ United Methodist Church, intersections of Wabash, Stitt & Manchester Ave.; phone 5633308. Phil Lake, pastor. Facilities & provisions for the physically handicapped, hearing & sight impaired. Air conditioned. Chapel Worship 8:00 a.m.; Sanctuary Worship 10:00 a.m. with preschool childcare, Multi-Media Worship W/Praise Team & Band; Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Services 02 / 27 / 11 Scripture: Book of John, Sermon: “Did you hear the snow?” By Rev. Philip Lake, Pastor. 8:00am service Greeter: Laura Thomas, Usher: Frank Nordman. 10:00am service Liturgist: Mary Ellen Clark, Greeters: Judy Decker, Tom & Janet Ross, Ushers: Lalon Allen, Ike Binkerd, J.P. Mattern, Rollin McCoart

WESLEYAN CHURCH Washington Street Wesleyan Church, 480 Washington Street, Wabash. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Morning worship 10:30 a.m.; Evening service 6:00 p.m.. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Prayer and Praise. Pastor Rev. Steve Hudson. Home phone 260-5691121. Cell 260-571-3219 NON-DENOMINATIONAL Encouraging Truth Ministries, Nixon Room in the Honeywell Center; Pastor Jackie Weaver; phone 765833-4793. Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Faith Harvest Fellowship Church, meets in the Bowen Center gymnasium at 255 N Miami St. Wabash, IN. Pastor Bruce Hostetler can be reached at 260-5710548 or 260-563-4282. The church office is located at 2609 S. 100 W. Wabash, IN. We focus on knowing Christ and making Christ known through personal and community transformation. Join us on Sunday at 10 a.m. for food and fellowship followed by our worship celebration and Children’s worship at 10:15 a.m. YOU are also invited to our Wednesday evening Going Deeper class from 6:30-8 p.m. New Foundations Ministries Freedom Center, 111 Falls Ave., Wabash; phone 260-569-0630; Pastor Rick Tolley. Sunday Adult Bible Study & Fellowship 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.; Tuesday 7pm Bible Study. Center for biblical council by appointment.

First United Methodist Church, 110 N. Cass St. Wabash, IN; (260)563-3108.; Senior Pastor Kurt Freeman, Minister of Family Life and Outreach Heather Olson-Bunnell, Youth Director Mandi Liley.; Traditional Service 9:30 a.m.; Discipleship Classes 9:30 a.m. & 11:01 a.m.; Nursery available for morning activities, UMYF at 6:00 p.m.; Kids First Day Care open M-F from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. children age 4 weeks thru Pre-School, Director Missie Edwards. LaFontaine United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 57 (Kendall & Main St.), LaFontaine; Phone: 765.981.4021; Email: lafontaineumc@embarqmail.com Pastor Brad Garrett. Sunday School 9:15 – 10:00 a.m.; Worship 10:15 a.m. Nursery is provided; Men’s Fellowship is the 1st Sunday of each month 8:00 a.m.; Prayer and Share every Wednesday 5:45 p.m.; Bible Study every Thursday morning 10:00 a.m. North Manchester United Methodist Church, 306 East Second St., North Manchester; (260) 9827537; Pastor Kevin G. Dekoninck. (260) 5782160; Worship 8:15 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship Time 9:00 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

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Manchester student raising money for educational trip to Australia by Shaun Tilghman features@nmpaper.com

Twelve-year-old Beatrice Snavely, of North Manchester, is trying to raise enough money to cover the costs of her trip to Australia after being selected to participate in the People to People Student A m b a s s a d o r Program. According to the organization’s website (www.peopletopeople.com), People to People Ambassador Programs offer extraordinary, lifechanging educational travel opportunities for students, educators, and professionals. We bridge cultural and political borders through education and exchange, making the world a better place for future generations. Beatrice’s mother, Nancy Snavely, said, “When we first got the letter, it explained what the organization is and how it was founded by President Dwight Eisenhower in 1956 to promote peace through learning other cultures and allowing people from around the world to get to know each other.” The program Beatrice was selected for is called Exploring

Australia. It involves fifth and sixth grade students engaging in fun and educational activities in Australia from July 14-28. “I was actually chosen by Robin Messer, one of my fifth grade teachers,” Beatrice explained. “Once I heard my mom read the letter we got in the mail, I immediately wanted to do it, because I’ve always wanted to go to Australia - it’s always been a dream of mine and now I have the chance to go.” Nancy added, “”Usually a teacher has already been in the program, so they’ve had experience somehow through the program, and each teacher gets to recommend a child. A lot of children are recommended, but not all will go for various reasons. The cost is roughly $7,000 and we’re trying to raise as much as we can. If we could get to $5,000, that would take a lot of pressure off.” Beatrice stated that she would have to take four flights to get to her destination and then three more flights within Australia, which is why she needs to raise so much in order to be able to go. One indi-

vidual donated a 1997 Chrysler LHS, with approximately 145,000 miles, for the family to sell in order to raise money. “All the proceeds raised from our fundraisers will go toward her trip,” Nancy said. “We’re going to have a garage sale, which we need donations for, and during the garage sale there will be a bake sale, with those donations coming from our church (Wabash Church of the Brethren). We already have two people bringing us truckloads of stuff for the garage sale.” They’re also doing a phone-raiser, and have several drop boxes set up to take all used cell phones, PDAs, and small printer ink cartridges. “The drop boxes are located at the AT&T store, Zook’s Café, Harting Furniture and Wabash Church of the Brethren,” Beatrice added. “Even if the phones don’t work, we’re recycling them to stay safe - one cell phone can pollute up to 35,000 gallons of water! But, we get paid cash for the good ones, and in the first two weeks we received 22 phones.”

Alyson Beery receives Emporia State University scholarship

Alyson Beery of North Manchester has received the Mary L. Doris Memorial Special Education Scholarship and Betty Carter Manning Scholars Fund for the 2011-2012 academic year at Emporia State University.

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Megan Pettigrew inducted into Social Work Honor Society at Huntington University

Megan Pettigrew of Wabash was inducted into the local chapter of the Phi Alpha Honor Society at H u n t i n g t o n University during a

special ceremony on Jan. 24. The chapter was created this year to honor the top students in the social work program. Membership is based

on GPA, number of credits and sophomore status. Pettigrew is a senior social work major at H u n t i n g t o n University.

Right now, Beatrice is the only one from North Manchester planning to go to Australia, but there are three students from Wabash going. According to the website, the participants will gain special insight into marine biology, the history of Sydney’s first settlements, zoology and botany, World Heritage sites, and Aboriginal culture. Some of the other activities will include: - Observe the fragile ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel its sparkling waters with instruction from your marine biologist. - Walk through an underwater tunnel where you can safely come face-to-face with huge sharks.

- Go on a guided exploration and see sites such as South Bank, the Town Hall square, and the botanical gardens. - Experience the Australian education system at a Queensland school (or, if school is on holiday, spend the day at the beach with Surf Life Saving School). - Swim in a stunning water facility while being observed by resident peacocks and kangaroos. - Witness astonishing native wildlife, ranging from emus to wallabies, koalas to crocodiles. “I’m most excited about seeing the native wildlife,” Beatrice said, “I love learning about animals. I’m also really excited to go to the

Great Barrier Reef.” In preparation for the trip, Nancy said they have been attending monthly meetings where the students, and the adults, can get to know each other. However, she also stated that if they couldn’t raise the money by the due date - in late April or early May - Beatrice wouldn’t be able to go. “We’ve already raised $1,480 at this point,” Nancy continued. “We really just want to thank everybody who has helped us so far, and we hope

it continues.” Beatrice concluded, “I love that we have already earned so much - I feel like people really want to help me. It’s a great feeling to know people care so much about me and about my education.” For more information about the Student A m b a s s a d o r Program, go to www.peopletopeople.c om. To learn more about one of the fundraisers, or to make a donation, call Nancy at 260-224-2185.

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BEATRICE SNAVELY, 12, North Manchester, is asking the community to come together and help her raise funds for an educational trip to Australia with the People to People Student Ambassador Program. (photo provided)

HOUSEHOLD - WICKER FURNITURE - OFFICE ITEMS Leather rocker/recliner; (2) mauve swivel rockers; red & gold floral sofa & striped wing back chair; (2) arm occasional chairs; (3) marble top tables; small hall table; lamp table; white wood oval table & small table; (2) end tables; plant stand; wood top dining table w/leaf, glass covered w/4 chairs; white leather chair w/ottoman; (2) king size beds w/box springs; queen w/box springs; dressers; chests; White Wicker including table with glass top & 4 chairs, settee, coffee table, barrel back chairs, rocker, hall table w/oval wall mirror, plant stands, other wicker items; nice large wall picture w/frames; magazine/lamp table; Sanyo 32” TV; DVDs & VCRs; Sylvania TV; several lamps; wall mirrors; several metal folding chairs; Porta Del Sol infrared heater; baby bed; Crystal D’Arques glasses; pots; pans; dishes; crock pots; bread maker; Pyrex; Reed & Barton SS silverware w/case; Wolfgang Puck; Pampered Chef; GE 18 Qt. roaster/oven; Kenmore washer & dryer; lots of craft items; lots of nice linens; costume jewelry; office desk; swivel chair; Dell computer & monitor; HP photosmart printer; several cameras; Pro-Form Crosswalk treadmill; holiday decorations; Bissell carpet cleaner; convalescent items; super clean auction with lots of other items. ANTIQUES - COLLECTIBLES - TOYS Oak glass door hutch, glass door corner cabinet; arm chair & dresser; wrought iron covered benches; 5’ church pew; Armour’s Cloverbloom wood cheese box; crocks; St. Clair bird Maude; Fenton; Blue Danube angles; salts; salt & peppers; pressed glass; American glass; Vaseline; David Winter cottages; Danbury Mint Europe castles; Cherish Teddies; Boyds Bears; Precious Moments; Bid D Drewey’s beer glasses; Blatz Beer serving tray; jadite; RCA HiFi phonograph; barrel top chest; old rockers; books; Grant Co. advertiser folding card table; Germany steins; long stem pipe w/Toby; Remington pocket watches; wrist watches; quilts; Fisher Body memorabilia; (2) snow sleds; child’s books; wood blocks; puzzles; child’s riding Power Wheels Barbie Jeep & Army Jeep; 1984 Olympics Happy Meal bucket; several Fisher-Price toys, many old; Daisy BB gun; Tonka metal road grader; remote controlled Hummer, boxes of toys and miscellaneous; many more items. TOOLS - LAWN & GARDEN - MISCELLANEOUS Troy-Bilt 22hp 46” lawn tractor, hydro; Precise Fit steel dump yard cart; Yard machine 5hp tiller; Craftsman Items; 9hp 29” snowblower, air compressor, 5hp gas pressure washer, 22’ 6.75hp power mower, router w/table, 19.2V cordless drill, 10” radial saw, 3hp table saw, 200 MPH gass leaf blower; electric glue gun; Reddy Heater 35000 BTU; Homelite chain saw; Shop Vac; Hitachi power saw; weed trimmers; fiberglass ladders; PorterCable framing nailer, air; hedge trimmers; saw horses; hand cultivator; cross cut saw; H&S Safe & Lock safe on casters; lots of hand & power tools; wrenches; Starrett 1” micrometer; shovels; forks; rakes; extension cords; ladder jacks; lots of rods & reels; fishing equipment; (2) park benches; picnic table; hundreds of items. Terms: Cash, Good Check w/ID, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, AMEX or bank debit card. A 3% convenience service fee for credit cards. Not responsible for accidents. Lunch available.

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Viv Simmons, Cottage Creations, Pool Task Force honored at North Manchester Chamber of Commerce 68th Annual Dinner Dear editor, Around 200 business and community leaders gathered at Manchester College on Jan. 26 for the 68th Annual Chamber of Commerce Dinner. The

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evening, Laura Rager and Karen Fawcett, invited the group to be seated and Kurt Stout of the First Brethren Church gave the invocation. The meal followed, prepared by Chartwells. The awards program began shortly thereafter. Executive Director Tim McLaughlin gave a short speech to welcome and thank the North Manchester Chamber members and their guests for their attendance and gave a brief outline of his vision for the 2012 year. Board Chair for 2010 and 2011 Sue Roesner

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made a presentation, and was thanked for her service by Tim Taylor. Roesner then passed the gavel to incoming Chair Diana Showalter. The 2011 Business of the Year Award was presented to Cottage Creations and MaryAnn Swihart by Tim McNall of Pizza Hut. The Spirit of the Community Award was given to the Pool Task Force Team, and was presented by Lisa Ulrey and Therresa Sabanski of Relay For Life. The crowd was entertained by magician and comedian, Dick Stoner. A huge thank you goes to Shepherds Chevrolet for making Stoner’s appearance possible. Stoner’s talent and humor, along with his involving members of the audience, was very well received by all. Without Shepherd’s generous sponsorship, the Chamber could not have provided entertainment for the evening. Lastly, 2010 Citizen of the Year Anne Myers presented a well-delivered and thoughtful speech on the 2011 Citizen of the Year, Viv Simmons. Simmons, clearly surprised by the recognition, humbly accepted the award. I would like to extend a grateful thank you to all who made the evening possible. Dinner Committee members Karen Fawcett, Laura Rager, Glenda Christiansen, Alexis Young, Elizabeth Smith and Annette Meggison were invaluable in the planning of and seeing the event through to the end. Also, a special thank you to Dave Randall of Werking Studio for giving of his time and talents the day of the event. Thank you to the staff at Manchester College as well for making everything run smoothly from beginning to end. Tim McLaughlin North Manchester Chamber Executive Director

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$125 QUEEN PILLOWTOP Mattress Set. NEW in Plastic, Can Deliver (260)493-0805

A BRAND NEW KING PILLOWTOP Mattress Set, $225, Still in Factory Plastic (260)493-0805. $350 CHERRY Sleigh Bed, NEW, Solid Wood w/NEW PILLOWTOP Mattress Set, un-opened, (260)493-0805.

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1972 S Wabash St. Wabash, IN 260-563-3156 15” DIGITAL picture frame, new in box, $100/obo, 260-571-2477. WHEELHORSE GARDEN tractor w/8hp Kohler, runs & works great, comes with mowing deck, snowblade & 2 sets of rear tires, $400/obo. Will trade for guns, 260-571-6350 or 765-981-9980.

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Real Estate

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HANDY MAN looking to expand. Yard & property clean up, cut & stack wood, dry wall, paint, roofs, siding, plumbing & all odd jobs. Leave message, 260750-2709.

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1972 S Wabash St. Wabash, IN 260-563-3156 PERSONAL INJURY: Free initial client conference, no recovery, no fee, contingent fee agreement available, over 20 years of experience. Zimmerman Law Office, PC, Attorney Alan J. Zimmerman, 81 E. Hill St., Wabash, 260-5632178.

Wanted WANTED TO BUY!!! Gold Jewelry: rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches, etc., tie tacks, service pins, gold coins & even gold teeth. Silver: Pre-1965 US coins, flatware, teapots, etc. Wabash Valley Prospectors LLC, Tim Ravenscroft, 260-5715858.

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1972 S Wabash St. Wabash, IN 260-563-3156 FOR SALE: One story older home on 1 1/2 acres in LaFontaine area. Call 765-981-4049 or 765-9812491.

Mobile Homes

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260-563-8078 1972 S Wabash St. Wabash, IN 260-563-3156 3 TINY Shitzuh puppies, females, ready for new homes, parents on site, $300 each, 574-527-6369.

Farm FARMER LOOKING to expand. Looking for retiring farmer, CRP ground coming back into production or farmland owner looking to change operation. Not interested in bidding conflicts or interrupting quality tenants. Will cash rent or farm on shares. I am not a big farmer looking to get even bigger. I am just a small farmer trying to make a living, would also do custom combining. 765-9814694.

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EXECUTIVE 3 bdrm, 2 full bath, large deck, C/A, no pets, off street parking, good location, 260-5630107. 3 BDRM, 1 1/2 bath house, fireplace, 2 1/2 car garage, 285 Linwood Ln., call Sue at 260-330-2659. DELUXE 1 bdrm w/refrigerator & stove; water, heat & sewage furnished, no pets, plus deposit, 115 1/2 W. Sinclair St., 260-5633329. 2 BDRM, 1 bath, stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer hook-up, C/A, northside, $100 wk. plus deposit, 260-563-1556 or 765-8631453. 1 BDRM, upstairs apt., $320/mo. plus deposit, you pay electric, 260-5634059.

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NORTH MANCHESTER: Very nice 14X70, 2 bdrm, 2 bath mobile home, set up in park, for sale or rent, recently remodeled. Includes refrigerator, range, w/d hook ups, C/A, shed, $120/wk., 574-6121814.

For Rent 1 BDRM apt., newly remodeled, move in ready, all appliances furnished, utilities-except electric furnished, no pets, 260-3486938.

FOR SALE or rent by owner: 2817W 850S, Wabash, Southwood district, 1 1/2 mile from reservoir, 3 bdrm 1 bath, working fireplace, huge barn w/loft & electricity(great for boat storage or animals), 2 car detached garage, garden shed & 2 outdoor patios, $750/mo., 765-2511993. STUDIO APARTMENT all utilities paid. Everything new & freshly painted. A must see!!! Off street parking, good location, $125/wk., 260-563-0107. 2 BDRM house, 747 Washington St., close to hospital, 1 pet, $400/mo., $400 deposit, call 260-5718198. 2-3 BDRM house w/stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer & garage, no pets, $500/mo., $500 deposit, 260-563-6411.

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LARGE 1 bdrm upper apt., Southside of Wabash, water & sewage included, nice & clean, non-smokers, no pets, references, $300/mo. plus security deposit, 260-571-2777. NICE COUNTRY home, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, large rooms, newly renovated, $600/mo. plus deposit, 260-571-8044. HOME FOR rent in country. Manchester Schools, 34 bdrm, unfurnished, no pets, $500/mo. plus utilities & security deposit. Mail inquiries w/contact information to: Rental House, P.O. Box 297, Wabash, IN 46992. SMALL 2 bdrm house, $400/mo. plus deposit & utilities, 260-571-3844. 1 BDRM upstairs apt., stove, refrigerator, $90/wk., plus deposit, 260-5631556 or 765-863-1453. COMPLETELY REMODELED country home on 3 acres, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, very nice, attached garage & 24X24 pole barn, just 4 miles from town. Available in March, $675/mo. plus deposit & references, 260568-0942.

Auto 2004 TOWN & Country Mini-van, 34,000 actual miles, take over payments,$204, 260-5630107.

2007 BUICK Rendevous CXL, tan & cappuccino, 63,350 miles, excellent cond., $16,000, 260-5683356.

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