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Aaron Logsdon a star behind the scenes By Michelle Boswell mboswell@thepaperofmiami .com There are always unsung heroes within every organization. Aaron Logsdon is one of those individuals for Circus City Festival, Inc. Logsdon has been with the Peru Circus for 32 years. A 1998 Peru High School graduate, he began as a performer and is now a four-year CCFI board member currently serving as the Building Vice President. He also holds safety lines for performers during the high wire act. Recently, he put in a lot of time and effort to help strip the paint off all three rings in the arena. It has been time consuming but like everything else Logsdon does for the circus, he finished what he started. He, along with other volunteers, completed the task before rehearsals. The last time all of the rings were stripped was 1998. His family has a long history of involvement with the circus.
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Logsdon’s maternal grandfather, Bob Saucier, was a rigger when Logsdon was a young boy. His father, Aaron, also was a rigger. The younger Logsdon was a kiddie clown in 1985. He grew up in the show and performed for 15 years. He was in Roman Ladders, Juggling, Teeterboard and Tumbling. His favorite act to perform in was Juggling. Most people involved with the circus will say they are there because they love the circus and what it has to offer their kids. Logsdon also has his reasons as to why he devotes so much time to the organization. “The men and women who started this organization did so because they wanted the rich circus heritage of this region to live on for many years through the youth of Miami County. Many great people dedicated their time and energy to training myself and other children so the circus can live on and so these same children could become productive members of See Star, Page 2
Aaron Logsdon, Circus City Festival, Inc., Building Vice President, puts a layer of paint on the Center Ring at the Peru Circus building. Logsdon is part of an 18-member board for CCFI. He has spent several hours working on the three rings in the arena getting them ready for showtime. Photo by Michelle Boswell
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Star society. They not only trained us circus and acrobatic skills, but they also taught life lessons and many valuable character traits growing up. I help this organization any way I can because of people like Tom and Betty Hodgini, Bill Anderson, Kenny Hasselkus, Paul and Debi Robinson, Bob Sucharski, Randy Wallick, and the list goes on. I watched them all dedicate many hours to myself and the other children of Miami County so the circus will live on in Miami County and Indiana as the founding members intended. I feel it’s my time to share what I know and if we don’t share the knowledge learned with the next generation, the heritage will die with us,” Logsdon said. “Also, this organization taught me many character traits I have used throughout my life. Of the many traits is dependability. I
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dedicate the many hours I do because I signed on for a job and it is my responsibility to do the tasks necessary to keep the building and the show running. Everyone depends on the volunteers, board members, trainers, etc. to do their part so that we can keep this heritage alive. Besides, I just love it. I love seeing the next generation learn and perform. I love sharing the knowledge and skills that were
given to me. I love fixing things and making them better than I found them. I love painting the signs and wagons. I want this all to live on for many more generations. The organization gave me so much growing up. I just want to pay it back,” Logsdon shared. Logsdon loves the family atmosphere of the circus. He likes the fact he has gained a lot of friends and family in the program. He will
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also tell you, “It’s in my blood.” Logsdon and his wife, Susan, have two children; Mikey, 21 and Zach, who just graduated from Peru High School. Logsdon has been employed with Kroger for 25 years. He is the store manager at the Kokomo location. He said as long as work doesn’t take him somewhere else, he plans to be a part of the circus for many years to come.
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Obituaries Robert “Bob” Alan Weideman, 82
Ruby L. Weir (Correll), 78 Ruby L. Weir (Correll), 78, Peru, passed away Thursday, July 7, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family. Born Nov. 26, 1943, in Grand Junction, Colorado, she was the daughter of Charles Murray Weir and the former Myrtle Mae Willoughby. Ruby moved to Peru in 1956 with her mother and loving stepdad, David Huffman. She had attended Peru High School and Independent Christian Fellowship Church. In 1960, she married John E. Correll, and together they had three children. She retired
after thirty-six years from Essex Wire/United Technologies, in Peru. For several years, she worked at the Village Market at the corner of Washington and Chili Ave. Ruby enjoyed gardening and could always be found in her yard among all her beautiful flowers and plants that she loved. She often said her work in her yard was her therapy, so she did-
n’t have to pay a shrink! She enjoyed collecting owls and feeding the birds around her home. Survivors include her children, John Michael (Elizabeth) Correll, Indianapolis; Charles Orie (Holly) Correll, Peru; Angela Lee Correll (Thomas), Peru; and Barry Berglan, Peru; granddaughters, Kristina Gilleland, Johnna (Zach) Landwehr, and Sierra (Tommy) Carlson; several greatgrandchildren; sisters, Violet (Dale) Haanpaa, Illinois; and Helen Norris, Tennessee; and her loving baby brother whom she adored,
John (Debra) Huffman, Peru; many nieces and nephews, a special life-long friend, Marilyn Saylor, and a special neighbor, Kay Garner. She was preceded in death by her parents; Daddy Huffman; sister, Ruthia Darlene Robertson; brother-in-law, Chuck Norris, and former husbands, John E. Correll and Merv Berglan. A private family service will be held at a later date. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
Jack Lloyd Cress, 53 Jack Lloyd Cress, 53, Peru, passed away at 6:11 p.m. Friday, July 8, 2022, at his residence. Born June 3, 1969, in California, he was the son of John Joseph and Ellen Mae (Miller) Cress. On December 30, 1998, in Peru, Indiana, he was married to Lisa M. Howell, and she survives. Jack graduated from high school in Joplin, Missouri. He was a restoration contractor and worked for Service Master in Marion, Indiana and had served in the National Guard. He loved hunting and
sports, especially watching, and playing disc golf, hunting, billiards, basketball, and softball. Survivors include his wife, Lisa M. Cress, Peru; two sons, Nicholas L. Cress (fiancé, Jaeden Brown), Peru; and Michael Pitman, Peru; an expected grandson, Samuel Jack Cress; father, John J.
Cress, Peru; seven siblings, Gail Jennings (Ronnie), Stella Garza (Ray), Carol Smith (George), Ellen Kay Newman (Dale Price), Robbie Lomicka (Bert), Jimmy Newman (late wife, Kathy), and his twin brother, George Cress; father-inlaw, Danny Howell, Peru; mother-inlaw, Carla (Ludwig) Russell, Chili; sister-in-law, Karen (Darroll) Dickerson, Denver; and two brothers-inlaw, Steve (Cassandra) Howell, Chili; and Kyle Howell, Wabash; and several nieces and
nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, and two siblings, Robert Newman, and Linda Newman. A Celebration of Life was held from Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 16, 2022, at Bellar's Silos 1253 Eel River Cemetery Road North Peru, IN 46970. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences can be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
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Uncle Bob slipped away from us unexpectedly Monday, July 11, 2022. He was born Sept. 25, 1939. He was one of 14 children and the last surviving son of Fern and Carroll Weideman. He started working at an early age by helping out the nearby farmers in the area. He worked for Stokley’s in Peru. He graduated Peru High school in 1958. He was an Army veteran having served in the Korean Conflict. Bob who was known as the “Ole Man” retired from Haynes International after 37 years of service as a sonic inspector. Bob was a member of the Masonic Lodge in New Waverly, and Walton. He served as Master Mason in 1965. He joined the Eastern Star in Logansport and was a member at Gilead. He was a 50-year member. He previously attended church at Skinner Chapel, Twelve Mile and Hoover Church, Hoover. He was a man of few words with a compassionate heart. He met the love of his life, Marthagene Richardson. They married, June 25, 1966, at the Oakdale Baptist Church in Peru, Indiana and
they did everything together. He loved spending time with family, watching sports, and solving the world’s problems on his front porch with a cup of coffee and a slice of chocolate zucchini bread. Bob was a Hoyle master and enjoyed a good game of euchre. He will be remembered by many and missed by more who knew him personally and loved him dearly. Bob has joined his parents and siblings: June Hight, Warren Weideman, Harry Weideman, Ralph Weideman, Clara Miller, Alice Long, Anna Belle Heltsley, Primrose Weideman, Jane Frye, Jack Weideman, William Weideman, and Esther Hodson as well as Edna Ellen Richardson his second mom. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Marthagene; his children Scott (Arlyn) Weideman and Sheryl (Gary) Hochstetler. His grandchildren: Jazmine (Shawn) Lang, Kaitlyn Weideman and
Christopher Hochstetler as well as great granddaughter Summit Lang. He is also survived by his sister Martha Love as well as brother and sister in laws: Rod/Nancy Dawson, Jayne/Phil Low, Janice Hull, Michael Richardson, Kay Weideman, Rosalie Weideman and several nieces and nephews who will miss their “Uncle Bob.” The family welcomed friends and family Sunday, July 17, 2022, at Flowers Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A masonic service was provided by the Walton Masonic Lodge #423. The Funeral Service was held Monday, July 18, 2022, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Bruce Russell officiating. Military rites will be provided by the Miami County Military Rites team. Burial will follow at the Skinner Church Cemetery, Twelve Mile, Indiana. Arrangements have been entrusted to FlowersLeedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
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Circus record Kaden Hanson is the first Peru Circus performer to ever juggle six clubs in a show successfully.
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Obituaries Paul William Thiry, 71
Rev. John Wiley Evans, Jr., 94 Rev. John Wiley Evans, Jr., 94, passed away in Athens, Georgia, May 30, 2022, after a short illness. He was born Feb. 25, 1928, in as the fifth of nine children to John Wiley Evans, Sr., and Jacquelina ("Lena") Moran Evans in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his father and mother and by six of his eight siblings: Wayne, Eva, Neva, Cleo, Dortha June, and Eileen. He is survived by his beloved wife, Joyce (Runyon) Evans, to whom he was married for 69 years and 11 months. Also surviving are his sisters Rose Marie Danner of Phoenix, Arizona, and Florine Krone of Oroville, California; his four children Jonathan (Susan) of Athens, Ga., Jeffrey (Linda) of Peru, James (Gretchen) of Athens, Ga., and
Joy (Andy) Montgomery of Birmingham, Ala.; eleven grandchildren: John David Evans, Anna (Evans) Goodman, Owen Evans; Scott Evans, Erin Evans; Gabriel Evans, Christyn Kelly, Jonathan Kelly, Evan Kelly, Elizabeth Beaumont, and Andrew Beaumont; and nine great-grandchildren. He was a graduate of Bob Jones University (B.A., 1952), Grace Theological Seminary (M.Div., 1955), and Indiana University (M.Ed., 1964). He was ordained to the ministry by the Grace Brethren denomination in Winona Lake, Ind.,
in 1955. Bi-vocational for most of his career, he pastored churches throughout northcentral Indiana at Sidney, Flora, Peru, Perrysburg, and Royal Center, and taught in public schools in Miami County and Howard County, Ind. Upon retiring in 1989, he and Joyce moved to Jacksonville, FL., where he taught senior adult Sunday-school at the First Baptist Church and she edited the class prayer-sheet; the two continued a long history of ministering to the elderly in care facilities and nursing homes. The couple relocated later to Athens, Georgia, where they were active in their retirement community at Talmage Terrace/Lanier Gardens. He was fond of fishing, boating on the Mississinewa
Reservoir, rock-collecting, and gardening; his children fondly remember the huge vegetable gardens he planted yearly at their home on Maugans Road. An amateur poet, he published two volumes of religious and occasional verse, At Evening it Shall be Light and Hold On to Your Fork, and was known for composing inspirational songs, including most recently "My Hallelujah Home Waits for Me"; his family rejoices that, for him, that song has now been fulfilled. In lieu of a funeral, a memorial gathering of family and friends will be scheduled at a later date. Notes of condolence would be welcome and may be sent to: Joyce R. Evans, 801 Riverhill Road, Apartment 745, Athens, GA., 30606.
James V. Palmer, Sr., 79 James V. Palmer, Sr., 79, formerly of Peru, Indiana, and Indianapolis, passed away Monday, July 4, at his son Thomas’s residence in St. Louis, Missouri, after a long illness. Born June 8, 1943, in Peru, he was the son of W.V. and Mary Elizabeth (Harris) Palmer. He was a graduate of Peru High School, DePauw University,
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and the School of Business at Indiana University. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Ann, and his nephew Jeffrey V. Palmer. He is sur-
vived by his sons, James V., Jr (Vicki) and Thomas, both of St. Louis, his brother-in-law Garrett W. Palmer of Peru and his niece Lisa (William) Beckman of Peru. Beloved by all who knew him, Jim will be remembered for his infectious laugh, his ability to connect immediately with anyone he met, and his gift of finding the humor in every
situation. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held Sunday, July 31, 2022, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Meridian Hills Country Club in Indianapolis. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Miami County Helping Hands through Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru, IN.
Paul William Thiry, 71, (aka Paul Baby), Denver, Indiana, passed away Thursday, July 14, 2022, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio, after a courageous threeyear battle with cancer. Born Aug. 3, 1950, in Peru, Indiana, he was the son of Paul G. Thiry and the former Nellie Spencer. On Aug. 31, 1990, in Peru, Indiana, he was married to Irma L. Ray, who survives. Paul worked for fifty-three years for Borkholder Buildings, where he was a regional sales manager and truck driver. He loved his horses and all the years he spent at horse shows contesting. He loved traveling and the beautiful places he enjoyed trail riding, especially his two absolute favorites in Brown County and the Smokey Mountains in Tennessee. He was a member of Denver Saddle Club.
He also truly enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren participate in multiple sports throughout the years. Along with his wife, Irma L. Thiry, Denver, he is survived by three children, Danny (Jennie) Thiry, Denver; Charity Thiry (Doug) Brown, Lafayette; and Justin Thiry, Fishers; grandchildren: Morgan, Tyler, Casey, Carter; siblings, Brenda (Herb) Herbruck, Massillon, Ohio; Ethel Thiry, Minerva, Ohio; Robert Jake Thiry, Panama City, FLorida; Midge (Jeff) Hendershot, Canton, Ohio; and Donald Hall, Minerva, Ohio; and several nieces/great nieces, nephews/great nephews, cousins,
and ALL the dear friends that were like family, which were many. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Thiry and stepmother, Mildred, and Nellie Hall and stepfather, Walt; one sister, Vickie Moore; and one brother, Quinton Dale “Red” Thiry. Visitation was from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, 2022, and from 10 a.m. to Noon Wednesday, at the funeral home. Funeral services will be conducted at Noon Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, with Pastor Johnny Spencer officiating. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.co m. For those that feel moved to contribute a dish to the after-service meal, please contact Michele at 765-633-3704.
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Jason Yoo holds on tight to the ankles of Ally Wilson during the High Casting act at the Peru Circus.
Photos on Pages 6 & 7 are by Michelle Boswell
Cali Caltaldo hid behind the ring curtains in the Peru Circus Arena before she performed in the Side-by-Side act.
Bruce Embrey, right, a ringmaster at the Peru Circus, helped the Junior Clowns with their jumprope routine.
Cory Bockover carried Aydia Bodine on his shoulders while she supported Kyley Rakestraw as they performed the threehigh on the High Wire.
Corey Nord comes out of a tuck during his routine on the Trampoline.
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Alora Korba holds a pose while swinging through the air during the Aerial Straps act.
On the left, the Circus City Big Top Clowns dance during the “Radio” skit at the Peru Circus. On the right, Chloe Holler styles high in the air during the Lyre act.
Molly Makowski balances on the wire atop a bicycle to take a style during the High Wire act.
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Slay a dragon! By Laura Kurella I was first introduced to dragon fruit accidentally, when I took a sip from something my granddaughters were drinking. Tasting different, I couldn’t quite determine what it contained, and had to ask. When they said, “Dragon fruit” I initially thought it must just be some silly name given to a tea or a juice blend, but after a careful inspection of the container’s label I discovered that it was not only an actual plant, but also one that offered great health benefits to boot! Dragon fruit is interesting for many reasons. Rich in phytonutrients and antioxidants, including good amounts of carotene and vitamin C, and its nutritional and antibacterial properties have been studied for their ability to improve digestion, strengthen the immune system, and boost energy levels. Offering an impressive water content (about 80% water), dragon fruit also offers us iron, magnesium, B vitamins, phosphorus, protein, calcium, and fiber too. The fruit’s seeds are also both edible and nutritious too, and are high in polyunsaturated fats like omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which have been shown to lower the risk of cardiovascular disorders. Coming from a cactus that bears fruit about 4-6 times each year, the dragon fruit was originally known as Pitaya or Pitahaya, and was renamed by produce marketers in Asia in the hopes of sparking intrigue in the fruit. According to the legend formulated around the new name, fire-breathing mythical creatures created the fruit. During battle, when a dragon would breathe fire, the last thing to come out at the end of the flames was the dragon fruit. When the dragon was slain
Summer is a fun time to try something new, like dragon fruit! Photo by Laura Kurella the fruit would be collected and presented to the emperor as a coveted treasure, and symbol of victory. First discovered in Central America centuries ago, dragon fruit eventually traveled to all corners of the globe thanks to the hands of early missionaries and explorers Today the dragon fruit is the leading fruit export of Vietnam, and is cultivated in more than twenty countries and across six continents around the globe. Most of the fresh dragon fruit in the U.S. is imported from
Southeast Asia, but we are also growing it on a small scale in California, Florida, and Hawaii, so be on the lookout. Offering so many health benefits along with an almost kiwilike taste and texture, here now are some refreshing ways to slay a dragon today. Enjoy! Laura Kurella is an award-winning food columnist and recipe developer who loves to share her recipes from her Midwest Great Lakes kitchen. She welcomes your comments at laurakurella@yahoo. com
Dragon Fruit Cups Servings: 2. 1 dragon fruit, chilled 1 cup fresh fruit of choice (blueberry, apple, grape, peach, etc.) 1 cup torn lettuce leaves (optional) 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional) 1 tablespoon honey Cut dragon fruit in half. Gently scoop out the white center fruit. Cut the white fruit in chunks. Reserve the red dragon fruit peel as a serving cups, if desired. In a medium bowl, combine dragon fruit with other fresh fruit and/or lettuce leaves
and mint. Drizzle honey over fruit and gently toss. Serve by placing in dragon fruit skin, if desired.
pink dragon fruit mixture. Top off with water, stirring gently to combine.
Dragon Fruit Drink Servings: 3. 1 pink dragon fruit 4 teaspoons lime juice 5 teaspoons sweetener water Halve pink dragon fruit then scoop the flesh into a food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Discard solids, if desired, by straining. Add lime juice and sweetener, to taste. Fill a tall glass with ice. Add 3 - 4 ounces of
Dragon Fruit Smoothie Servings: 2. 1 Dragon fruit, scooped out of skin 1 banana 1/2 cup pineapple (frozen or fresh) 1/2 cup blueberries (optional) 1 cup coconut water In a blender, combine dragon fruit, bananas, pineapple, blueberries, and coconut water. Blend until smooth. Top with blueberries, if desired.
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2023 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship applications being accepted The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship is a 4-year full-tuition scholarship awarded to one local high school senior who will begin their college career in the fall of 2023. The recipient must intend to enroll as a full-time student and pursue a baccalaureate degree at any accredited public or private Indiana college or university. The 2023 Miami County
Lilly Endowment Community Scholar will be named in early December 2022. Miami County Community Foundation’s Lilly Endowment Commu-
nity Scholarship online application will be available to the public on August 1st at nicf.org. The online application deadline is September 1st. To be eligible
to apply for this scholarship, applicants must be current Miami County residents and a high school senior on track to graduate by the end of June 2023 with a diploma from an accredited Indiana high school. The award is based primarily on the following criteria: academic performance, service in community, work, and school, as well as application essays. A personal interview
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Police Reports Peru Police Department July 14 Request for a welfare check on a shirtless male that the complainant believed to be intoxicated at N Grant St and W Sixth St. An officer spoke with the male and did not observe signs of intoxication. Checked ok. Checked the area due to hearing a male yelling at 301 N Broadway: Hardees. Report taken for a broken window at 397 E Washington Ave. Report of a possible domestic issue at 20 Boulevard. Caller stated threats were made. Caller was no longer on scene and refused to speak with officers. Assisted County with a Domestic issue at 506 W Tenth St. Assistance given. Report of domestic battery at 169 W Second St. One female arrested. Verbal warning issued to owner for seven-day parking violation, oversized vehicle parking violation, parking unregistered vehicle with no valid plates on city streets violation at 12 N Lincoln St. Owner advised seven days to move the vehicle or the vehicle would be cited and towed. Traffic assistance for semi at N Benton St and E Nineth St. Registered owner of a vehicle was displaying a suspended license status at E Canal St and S Broadway. Vehicle operator found not to be the registered owner. Traffic stop terminated. Moving cart with a small amount residual fuel in a storage section at 710 N Broadway; Bolt Storage. Fuel disposed of. Vehicle unlock at 183 E Riverside Dr. Vehicle unlock at 999 N Broadway; Casey’s North. As-
sistance given. Report of trespassing at 761 N Broadway; Homestead Barns. Subject was not home. Will attempt to locate. Complainant advised he would call back if she returned. Welfare check at 211 W 3rd St. Dispatched to a civil call at 702 Woodburn Green Dr. Complainant had questions regarding shutting off power to his tenants. An officer advised him not to and to contact a lawyer. Traffic Stop at W Canal St and S Hood St. Complainant advised someone making fake social media profiles in her name at 103 ½ E 6th St;. Assistance given. Agency assist at 275 W 12th St; Dukes Hospital. Officers stood by for combative patient. Assistance given. Trailer fire at 603 Harrison Ave. Peru Fire Department arrived and put out the fire. Female allegedly assaulted male inside of residence at 392 W 6th St. Parties separated. Suspicious man at 397 W Canal St; Peru Skate Park.
Vehicle blocking another from leaving at 169 W 2nd St. Upon arrival the vehicle was gone. Questions about a protective order. Arrived and explained an eviction notice and protective order to the complainant. Complainant advised animal inside vehicle with windows up and not running at 911 W Main St; Beef O Bradys. Complainant informed me vehicle had left prior to my arrival. No action taken. Traffic Stop at N Wabash St and E 6th St. Traffic Stop at E Canal St and S Broadway. Traffic stop at 30 Daniel St; Peru Junior High School. Written warning issued. Traffic stop at E 9th St and Daniel Aly. Written warning issued. Altercation between two males at 701 E Main St; Eastwood Place. Report taken.
Miami County Sheriff ’s Department July 12 A suspicious person or vehicle was reported at 12294 S
Strawtown Pike, Kokomo. Nothing suspicious was located. Child abuse was reported at 516 E Wabash St, Converse. The family and possible victim were located in Grant County. Child Protective Services had been contacted and were responding to the hospital. There was no concern of further danger for the victim. Hospital staff were advised to have Child Protective Services contact the department and the family do so also when they returned home. Trespassing was reported at 1853 Warhawk Rd, Peru. Officers spoke to the complainant and a male occupant. They came to the agreement that male occupant would be moved out. A report of a motorcycle crash was taken at S Wallick Rd. and W Riverside Dr, Peru. The motorcycle appeared to have been abandoned and there was no one around. Abandoned vehicle was towed. An aircraft incident was reported at W St. Rd. 218 and S 400 W, Peru.
An unwanted guest was reported at 1930 George Ave, Peru. Indiana State Police told officers to disregard this prior to their arrival. A non-domestic fight took place at 501 W 10th St, Hi N Dri Court, Lot 12, Peru. A female
caller advised nothing physical took place. An altercation involving an elderly married couple occurred at 3944 W Division Rd, Peru. Subjects were separated for the evening. A report will be forwarded to the prosecutor’s
office. A complainant at 1134 Barksdale Ave, Peru wanted a no trespass issued to Ashley Varelli. Officers were unable to locate her. July 13 Disorderly con-
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Community Calendar
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Every Monday Noon – AA Recovery Meeting – First Christian Church Library, 53 W. Main Street, Peru (use elevator entrance). 7:30 p.m. – AA Recovery Meeting – Miami Nation of Indians Tribal Headquarters, 80 W. Sixth Street, Peru (use east entrance). Every Tuesday
Norma Harmon has been volunteering for the Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority concession stand at the Peru Circus for 50 years. She is now in her 51st season behind the counter. Photo by Michelle Boswell
Police duct was reported at S Hilltop Dr and W 300 S, Peru. Officers were unable to hear any explosions in the area. An ongoing investigation regarding a suicide of a 14year-old male by hanging took place at 1733 S Lincoln St, Peru. A neighbor dispute over an ad-
continued from Page 10 dress sign was reported at 586 W Egypt Hill Dr, Peru. Subjects removed half on an address sign on their mailbox that displayed the numeric for the neighboring address. Officers responded to the area of 204 W Broadway St, Bunker Hill in reference to an in-
dividual that was in jail and came back home to see his lease was terminated. This is a civil property issue. Officers responded to a tree in the roadway at W River Rd. and S Fox Hill Rd, Peru. County Highway was notified. Officers responded to the area
of 1331 W Mustang Ave, Mustang Apartments, Peru in reference to a theft from a bank account. This is an ongoing investigation. A verbal argument between a mother and daughter was reported at 2611 Capehart St, Peru.
10 a.m. – Every Tuesday, one dozen regular (no specialty) doughnuts can be purchased for $12 directly from Joe DeRozier. $6 goes directly to the Policemen and Firemen Appreciation fund. Contact DeRozier on Mondays before 10 a.m. to place an order. Doughnuts need to be picked up before 10 a.m. on Tuesdays. DeRozier can be reached through his personal Facebook page to place orders. 10:30 a.m. – Story time at the Peru Public Library. 6 p.m. – AA Recovery Meeting – Miami Nation of Indians Tribal Headquarters, 80 W. Sixth Street, Peru (use east entrance). Every Wednesday 7:30 p.m. – AA Re-
covery Meeting – Miami Nation of Indians Tribal Headquarters, 80 W. Sixth Street, Peru (use east entrance) Every Saturday 10 a.m. – AA Recovery Meeting – First Christian Church Library, 53 W. Main Street, Peru (use elevator entrance). Every Sunday 2 p.m. – AA Recovery Women’s-only meeting, First Christian Church Library, 53 W. Main Street, Peru (use elevator entrance).
July 20-23 Circus City Festival, Inc. – Circus City Days – downtown Peru. For more information, call 765-472-3918.
July 20 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. – American Blood Drive at First Baptist Church, 111 N. Yorick St., Denver. 2 p.m. – Wednesdays at the Park. First Farmer’s Amphitheater, Maconaquah Park, Peru – Foam Party.
downtown Peru. July 24 2 p.m. – Sunday in the Gazebo with Ole – Free music. Boucher & Burkett will provide the entertainment. The set will include 80’s, 90’s and current hits. The event takes place in the gazebo behind the historic Peru Depot, 154 N. Broadway, Peru. July 27 2 p.m. – Wednesdays at the Park – First Farmer’s Amphitheater – Maconaquah Park, Peru – Obstacle Course Day July 30 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. – Sarah’s Run for the Rocks 5K Packet Pick-up and registration - Nickel Plate Trail near Anytime Fitness in Peru. Registration is $20 and includes a T-shirt. Aug. 20 7 p.m. – Peru Elks annual Cancer Auction. Serving a meal from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The cost is $9 for oven steak, potatoes, corn, roll and dessert.
July 23 Aug. 27 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Miami County Farmer’s Market,
3 p.m. – United Way Rubber Ducky Race - This year ducky drop starts on the west side of Broadway Bridge at 3 p.m. and runs to the ramp at Peru Fire Department. All proceeds will go to the Lasting Legacy, a 1:1 matching grant for the homeless and United Way's initiatives. Winners will be announced at the festival's activities pavilion on Canal Street. Start buying your ducks now: 1 Duck $10, 6 Ducks $50, and 12 Ducks $100. For more information, call 765-4734240.