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Ole Olsen Theatre to present ‘The May Queen’ By Michelle Boswell mboswell@thepaperofmiami Ole Olsen Memorial Theatre is taking to the stage for their next production, The May Queen, which will debut Thursday, Dec. 2. Jordan Kenyon, first time director with Ole Olsen, is pleased with how the five-person cast has progressed and prepared for the show. Kenyon plays ‘Dave or David’ depending on who is addressing him in script. “Things are really shaping up and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better cast. They’ve been helping me get everything together being a first-time director. And the camaraderie between all of us has been fantastic to say the least,” said the Converse resident. Kenyon continued, “With this show not only am I directing but acting as well. I’m very excited about this show. I’ve had this script since the summer of 2019. It really struck me. It’s a very different show. It’s not a show Ole is used to which I think it’s good to branch out. The show takes place in a small town in New York. These people work in a small discount insurance firm and their lives, when they’re not working, is gossip. I believe all of us have had to deal with a little he said/she said drama in our lives…dealing with rumors. Our lead character, Jen, played by Alexis Nunn, comes back to her small town but there are a lot or rumors about her going around town…gossip about why she mysteriously disappeared 15 years ago. There’s a lot going on in this show. It’s very different. I love it,” Kenyon said.
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Shanna Stoll, a former director for Ole Olsen, is an actor for this play. She plays “Gail” who “like in real life is the oldest person in the cast,” Stoll jokingly said. “I’ve definitely been the mom, on and off the stage. My character is very quirky. I’m the one who has the real witty stuff. “Nicole,” played by Sarah Bingham, is our manager, and she is just out of college. My character has been working for this company for 18 years and is still just an associate. My character is not happy about it and has nothing nice to say about ‘Nicole.’ There’s about 20 names I call her…very, very creative ones I might add. I really like this character. I actually read this script in 2019 and I got through it, and I thought this is really good! I like it! Then when it got to this “part,” I called him (Kenyon) and said, ‘what the heck’ because it’s just a bam! It hits you in the face! It takes you there and it’s real life. There’s probably nothing in this script that the audience will see on stage that some of them have been through, experienced or witnessed in their lives. It’s in a small town like Peru, Indiana, and everybody knows everyone else’s business,” Stoll explained. Stoll continued, “The emotional spectrum of this show is on complete polar opposites There’s a lot of comedy, laughing, jokes, quips, real witty lines, name calling and then you’ve got the other side of it where there are points in the script where it gives you head-to-toe goosebumps. Even though I had already read the script and I knew what was happening, I knew the lines, it makes your
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Shanna Stoll, left, runs through her lines with Alexis Nunn, right. Jordan Kenyon, director for “The May Queen” is also an actor in this production, seated in the background. Photo by Michelle Boswell
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breath hitch. Even after we’ve heard it a million times during practice, it still gets me all misty-eyed. It’s one of these ‘oh my gosh’ moments and they do it so well. This whole show from beginning to end is an emotional rollercoaster and definitely the actors who are on stage just take you there,” she said. Quentin Watson, the fifth actor in The May Queen, plays Mike. He is the star salesman of the insurance company. Kenyon explained a bit about what to expect from this character without giving away the show. “We find out that Mike plays a very important part in Jen’s backstory as
continued from Page 1 depth to it than Nana’s did, and my character has a lot of depth. She’s not just your average joe. I’m really excited for this one,” Nutt said. Those who plan to attend a performance can choose from the following dates and times to see ‘The May Queen.’ Dec. 2 – Dinner Theatre at
to why she’s not around town anymore. His character is the reason for Jen’s emotional baggage,” he said. Nutt, who plays ‘Jen,’ has performed in one other Ole production, “Nana’s
Naughty Knickers.” “This one is starkly different than Nana’s Naughty Knickers” and this one little darker and a little more of a mix of emotions and it’s still funny, which I like. It’s got more
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Obituaries Walter “Merle” Fuqua, 78
Pamela Darlene Latta, 60
Stephan Douglas Gross, 67
Donna J. Stone, 88
Walter “Merle” Fuqua, 78, of Peru passed away Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021, at the VA Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Walter was born May 2, 1943, to Walter M. and Hazel Irene (Gillenwater) Fuqua. He married Maryann (Ramer) Fuqua in Peru Oct. 4, 1966, and she survives. Merle was a lineman in the United States Marines during the Vietnam war. He was a member of the VFW. After the military, he went to work for the N&W Railroad as an electrician, repairing locomotives. He also worked for the C&O Railroad, and later transferred out of Peru to West Virginia on the CSX Railroad. “Sparky” was his handle on the CB bowling league he bowled for. Merle took a group of Boy Scouts to the “shop” where he worked so the kids could see the inside of the trains. In the 1970’s, he also coached the Peru Giants baseball team. When “Sparky” retired, he met up with friends for a cup of coffee and great conversation every day. He also thoroughly enjoyed watching WWE every week. He was a very giving man, donating money to all sorts of organizations. Merle didn’t know a stranger. He could find humor in anything for any reason. His love for his family shined every day. He is survived by his wife, and their children John (Bobbye) Fuqua, Randy (Kim) Fuqua, and Lori Fuqua; grandchildren Travis Fuqua, Shayna Fuqua, Rachele Leake, Laura Rhoades, Kaylee Hileman, and Tiffany Fuqua; and great-grandchildren Chance Shotts, Ashton Pruitt, Milly Rhoades, Kiara Hoff, and Chase Miller. Visitation was held from 11 a.m. to 1p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana. The funeral service followed at 1 p.m. Burial took place at Mount Hope Cemetery in Peru. Military service was provided by the Miami County Military Rites Team. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Marion VA dementia unit. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Pamela Darlene Latta, 60, of Bunker Hill, passed away Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, at 11:37 pm at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Pam was born in Peru, Indiana, June 12, 1961, to Melvin and Florence (Ray) White. Pam is survived by her husband, Steve. They spent 39 years together before God called her home. Also surviving is Pam’s daughter, Jessica Arnold (Chad), of Bunker Hill. Pam is survived by brother, James White, Peru, brother, Mike Foster, California, and sister, Angie Rogers, Bunker Hill. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews that all held a special place in Aunt Pammy’s heart. To know Pam was to love her. She had a way of touching the lives of each person she met in some way. Pam was the owner of Bunker Hill Mini Mart. She always had an infectious smile for anyone that came through the doors there. You could often find her sharing jokes with her morning coffee crew or lending a listening ear to anyone that came through the door during the day. Pam was loved by not only the adults, but also the youths of the community. Each person she met was special to her. Pam definitely had a servant’s heart and loved giving back to the people in her community any way she could, often doing so anonymously. The highlight of her year was her Christmas for the local youth at the Mini Mart that was held shortly after Thanksgiving. She loved watching the looks on the children’s faces as Santa arrived on the back of a fire truck. Never one that chose to be in the spotlight, Pam’s wishes were to not have a viewing or a formal funeral. Her family would love for you to join them in a Celebration of her Life Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021, at the Bunker Hill Free Will Baptist Church. Friends/family are invited to come share their favorite memories of Pam with her family from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. that day. There will be a service following at 6 p.m. Pam’s daughter, Jessica, has a special request for those attending that wish to do so. She would love for those attending to jot down a favorite memory or two they have of her mom and bring them to the church. She will also have supplies at the church for those wishing to share there. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Stephan Douglas Gross, 67, of Peru, Indiana passed away peacefully Nov. 13, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was born March 7, 1954, in Frankfort, Indiana, son of the late, Robert and Ellen Gross (Thomas). On June 22, 1974, he married Eileen Pottenger, who survives. He graduated from Peru High School May 21, 1972. He worked for the railroad from 1974 until his retirement in 2016. He was a member of the Peru Grace Brethren Church. In his free time, he loved to watch sports of all types with some of his favorites including the Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs. He especially looked forward to the Indy 500. Among many activities he enjoyed fishing, reading, and learning, as well as spending time with his family and friends, whether it was going out to grab a bite to eat or shopping. He enjoyed playing cards, games and was always laughing with whoever he was with. He was also a huge animal lover. He is survived by his spouse Eileen Gross, his children Nichole (Chad) Gardner, Angela Gross, Joseph (Rhonda) Gross, and Stephanie Gross and grandchildren Kaitlin Gardner, Jacob Gardner, Jaylin Morris, Joshua Hall, and Josiah Gross. Other survivors include sisters Kathy (Steve) Leeper, Joni (David) Bruns, Mariellen (Rob) Pullen and brother David (Mariellen) Gross and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Visitation was held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 23, 2021, at Peru Grace Brethren Church, located at 430 South Broadway Peru, Indiana. The funeral service followed at 4 p.m. with pastor Dave Jodry officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Miami County Animal Shelter. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Donna J. Stone, 88, of Peru passed away at 7:15 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021, at her residence. She was born in Miami County June 21, 1933, the daughter of Elton and Edrie Bohn Otiker. Donna married Hugh A. Stone at the Main Street United Methodist Church in Peru Dec. 11, 1955, and he preceded her in death July 27, 1995. Donna was a 1951 graduate of Jefferson Township High School and a member of the Peoria Church. She worked as a seamstress at McLaughlin Manufacturing, was a secretary at Farm Bureau, bookkeeper at Kessler-Westcott, a secretary at CR Metals and owned and operated the Stone Hearth Restaurant in the Broadway Plaza. She is survived by son Tim Stone and Tammy Wagler of Peru; daughters Terri Zimmerman and her husband Dale of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Trudy Ribble and her husband Danny of Peru; grandchildren Allen Stone, Lacey Ribble, Jayme and Rob Hargrove and Kolby and Morgan Ribble and a great grandchildren Kale Ribble, Dakota Ribble, Kloie Hargrove, Daryn Wessel, Kaden Wessel and Willow Ribble. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Hugh, a brother Harold Otiker and his wife Toni and sisters Thelma Beam and her husband Curtis and Marilyn Wybrew and her husband Frank. A service celebrating the life of Donna J. Stone was held at 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru with pastor Brian Daniels officiating. Burial was in Green Lawn Cemetery, Mexico, Indiana. Family and friends gathered from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made through the funeral home to Peoria Church.
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Obituaries Joseph C. “Sonny” Bingham, Jr., (MSGT, USAF ret.), 88
Joseph C. “Sonny” Bingham, Jr. (MSGT, USAF ret.), 88, of Peru passed at 8:05 a.m., Friday, Nov. 19, 2021, at Dukes Memorial Hospital. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky, Aug. 19, 1933, the son of Joseph C. and Lillian Grey Bingham, Sr. Sonny married Mary E. Gardner Nov. 29, 1957, and she preceded him in death March 27, 2014. Joe was a 1951 graduate of Flaget High School in Louisville, Kentucky, and a retired U.S. Air Force Veteran. His military decorations include the Air Force Good Conduct Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, and the Air Force Longevity Service Award. Joe served as part of the Jungle Survival School in the Philippine Islands. Joe earned an Air Medal for rescuing an Air Force Officer who fell down a 900-foot cliff by repelling down, administering first aid, getting him onto a litter and helicoptered out. When he retired, Joe was NCOIC of Nursing Services at Grissom Air Force Base. Joe was the oldest child of seven. He was a mentor, protector, and father figure to his siblings. His family was very important to him and one of his greatest sources of pride. Another joy that Joe enjoyed was gardening. He loved flowers and his beautiful yard. He loved being outside and working with his flowers. Joe is survived by his children Brian (Shelley) Bingham of Windsor, California, Robin (Lane) Siekman of Rising Sun, Indiana, Jeffery (Melanie) Bingham of Peru, Indiana and Valerie (Brian) Williams of Anderson, Indiana; grandchildren Allison (Alex) Kartman, Brenden (Sarah) Siekman, Michael Bingham, Jacob (Destynne) Bingham, Jordan (Dani) Williams, Parker (Ashley) Williams, Joshua Bingham, Caroline Siekman and Sarah Bingham; four great grandchildren with one on the way; sister Janet Shambough and brother David Bingham. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Mary, an infant daughter Kelly, as well as brothers Donald and James and sisters Carolyn and Joyce. Family and friends of Joseph “Sonny” Bingham, Jr., will gathered from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021, at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St. A funeral service was held at 4 p.m., Tuesday at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home with Lane Siekman and Brian Williams officiating. Military Honors were provided by the Miami County Military Rites Unit. Burial was in Marion National Cemetery.
Austin Michael Fletcher, 19 Austin Michael Fletcher, 19, Peru, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021, at his residence. Born April 18, 2002, in Peru, Indiana, he was the son of Wesley Michael Fletcher and the former Amber Marie Fisher. Austin attended North Miami High School and Peru High School, where he graduated in 2020. He was an avid wrestler and spent countless hours pursuing and following his favorite sport. He wrestled for both North Miami and Peru Schools and had played soccer for North Miami. Austin was a proud father, announcing the arrival of his son to family members with a huge smile and great delight. Survivors include the light of his life, his son, Urijah Leon Fletcher, Peru; father, Wesley Fletcher, Peru; mother, Amber Fletcher, Lafayette; brother, Wyatt Fletcher (Ryley Working), Rochester; paternal grandparents, Cecilia (Thomas) Pierson, Lafayette; and Michael Fletcher, Lafayette; maternal grandmother, Taina Maffett, Lafayette; and paternal greatgrandmother, Carol Fletcher, Lafayette. He was preceded in death by a grandfather and great-grandparents, including a great-grandfather, Leon Fletcher, after whom Austin’s son was named. In accordance with Austin’s final request, the family has chosen to not have a traditional funeral service but to remember Austin for the nineteen years of wonderful memories and not memorialize the one bad day that ended his life. The family invites all friends and family to share memories and favorite photographs on his obituary page at www.mcclainfh.com. A candlelight vigil is being planned in the future for friends to gather in remembrance and will be announced when details are available. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Urijah Fletcher Educational Fund to help provide for the educational future of Austin’s son. Checks may be made payable to UGift (memo line: P5W-N5D) and sent to McClain Funeral Home, PO Box 248, Denver, Indiana, 46926 or given to one of the immediate family members. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements.
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Betty Betzner, 93 Betty Betzner, 93, of Peru passed away at 7:25 PM, Sunday, November 21, 2021, at Dukes Memorial Hospital. She was born in Monrovia, California, Feb. 24, 1928, the daughter of Lloyd Alvin and Lillian Blanche Porter Fox. Betty married Wayne Betzner in Upland, California, Feb. 5, 1949, and he preceded her in death May 4, 2016. Betty graduated from Chaffe High School in Ontario, California, and attended Ball State University. She was a home maker and a member of the First Christian Church. Betty was a charter member and past president of Dukes Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Family was very important to Betty, and she was a devoted
wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She lived life fully, setting an example grounded in great personal courage, wit, and integrity. She is survived by her sons Stephen Betzner of Chicago, Illinois, and David Betzner of Peru; a granddaughter Kristen Betzner and her husband Nathan McDaniels and great granddaughter Katherine Martindale. A private funeral service for Betty Betzner was held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, at the Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel with pastor Steve Zerbe officiating. Burial was in Mount Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made through the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru, Indiana, to Miami County Helping Hands.
Kenneth Eugene Roles, Sr., 82 Kenneth Eugene Roles Sr., 82, of Peru passed away peacefully at 2:47 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021, at the VA Hospital of Northern Indiana in Fort Wayne. He was born Oct. 1, 1939, in Lansing, Michigan to Orval Verl and Dorothy Jewel (Corsey) Roles. Ken was enlisted in the Air Force from 1957-1977. He enjoyed going to garage sales and finding the most unique things, always coming home with something interesting. Another thing he loved was looking for golf balls and had a
huge collection. He also loved to indulge in a night of euchre. Survivors include his siblings, Audrey Frisbie, Sandie Roles, Jerry Roles, Robert Roles, and Jack Roles; son, Kenny Roles; and grandchildren, Lexi and Lucas Roles. He was preceded in death by his spouse, Paulette Schoolman Roles; sister, Ella Mae Hess; brother, Jim Roles; and grandchild, Marissa Kay Roles. A celebration of life was held Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, from Noon to 2 p.m. at FlowersLeedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com
Kenneth Eugene Roles, Sr., 82 Norman L. Durbin, of Peru passed away Friday, Nov. 19, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Campus in Delphi. Born Nov. 6, 1936, in St. Elmo, Illinois, he was the son of the late Loren A. Durbin and Beulah L. (Richardson) Durbin. He was preceded in death by his wife Sue C. Durbin on Dec. 8,
2018. A private burial was held at Ever-Rest Memorial Park in Cass, County. Riverview Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Norman’s online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.riverviewfhperu.com.
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Obituaries David Lee Correll, 87 David Lee Correll, 87, Logansport, passed away Saturday afternoon, Nov. 20, 2021, at Chase Center, Logansport. Born Aug. 13, 1934, in Peru, Indiana, he was the son of Elmer Ray, Sr., and Dorothy Marie (York) Correll. On Dec. 25, 1954, he was married to the former Myrtle Virginia Burton, and she survives. David was retired from Logansport Memorial Hospital and after attending seminary served as pastor of Skinner Christian Church for over seventeen years. In addition to his wife, David is survived by two sisters, Arlice McKinney & Coetta Stratton; two brothers,
Tom Barnes, and Kevin Balsbaugh; and numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by ten brothers, brothers, Elmer Jr., Max, Dean, Keith, Nathan, Stanley, Lawrence, Aaron, George, and Matthew. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, with pastor Lew McKinney officiating. A private burial was in Miami Baptist Cemetery, Cass County. Visitation was from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Skinner Chapel. McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com.
Harold E. Childers, 80 Harold E. Childers, 80 of Peru, passed away peacefully at 5:22 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021, at his residence. Born April 15, 1941, in Peru, he was the son of the late Walter and Lulu (Crane) Childers. Harold graduated from Peru High School. He retired from Peru Utilities. Harold was a proud U.S. Army veteran. Survivors include brother, Roy Childers (Pam) of Peru, children, Susan Kegley of Kokomo, Nancy
Harris of Kokomo, Katherine Burt (Willie) of Peru, grandchildren, Zachary Hetzner of Kempton, Dakota Harris of Kokomo, Matthew Harris of Kokomo. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Louise (Sparks) Childers. Private graveside services with Military Rites were held Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021, at Marion National Cemetery in Marion. Harold’s online guest book is available, and condolences can be shared at www.riverviewfhperu.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Riverview Funeral Home, 421 W. Canal St., Peru, Indiana
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Signature Send in your entry form and $25 entry fee to: Light Up! Peru, 63 South Hood Street, Peru, IN., 46970.
Deadline to enter the contest is Dec. 8th at Noon. Voting begins Dec. 10th. Your address (not your name) will be published so the public can drive by your home/business to see your display of lights and/or holiday decorations. If you are one of the three winners for either the home or business, we will contact you so we can set up a time to photograph you outside of your home or business to be published in the newspaper and online. Businesses will receive plaques and homeowners will receive prizes to be announced at a later date. All entry fees will be put into the Light Up! Peru fund to continue adding more holiday decorations in downtown Peru. If you have any questions, call Michelle Boswell @ 765.469.2077 or Paul Forman @ 765.432.1052. Participating homes and/or businesses must be within Miami County.
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Sports Peru Tigers smash Logansport Berries Final Score- Peru 68, Logansport 41
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Local Sports Calendar Maconaquah Dec. 1 6 p.m. – Boys Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball vs. Peru Junior High School – Home 6 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball @ Northwestern Middle/High School. Dec. 2 5:30 p.m. - Boys and Girls Varsity Swimming vs. Manchester Jr./Sr. High School. 6:30 p.m. – Boys Freshman Basketball @ Caston Jr./Sr. High School at elementary gymnasium. Dec. 4 8:30 a.m. – Boys Junior Varsity, Varsity and Co-ed Wrestling, Mac Super Duals – Home 10 a.m. – Girls and
Boys Varsity Swimming @ Western Diving Invitational. Noon – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball @ Eastern Jr./Sr. High School. 1:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball @ Eastern Jr./Sr. High School. Dec. 6 5:30 p.m. – Girls and Boys Varsity Swimming vs. Oak Hill High School – Home. 6 p.m. – Boys Seventh, and Eighth Grade Basketball vs. Logansport Junior High School (Lincoln) – Home 6 p.m. – Boys Sixth Grade Basketball vs. Logansport Sixth Grade Academy (Columbia) – Home Dec. 7 6 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basket-
ball @ Oak Hill High School. 6 p.m. – Boys Freshman Basketball @ Rochester High School. 6:30 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity, Varsity and Co-ed Wrestling vs. Northfield Jr./Sr. High School – Home 7:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball @ Oak Hill High School. North Miami Dec. 2 5:30 p.m. – Boys Sixth Grade Basketball vs. Pioneer High School - Home
Dec. 4 8:30 a.m. – Varsity Wrestling @ Mac Super Duals at Maconaquah High School 9 a.m. – Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball hosting 4-way tourney – Home 6:15 p.m. – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Whitko – Home 7:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Whitko High School – Home Dec. 6 6 p.m. – Boys Sixth and Seventh Grade Basketball vs. Northfield High
School – Home 7:15 p.m. – Boys Eighth Grade Basketball vs. Northfield High School – Home Dec. 7 6 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Culver Community High School – Home 7:30 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Culver Community High School – Home Peru Dec. 1 6 p.m. – Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball @ Maconaquah Mid-
dle School. 6:30 p.m. – Junior Varsity and Varsity Wrestling @ Tippecanoe Valley High School. Dec. 2 6:15 p.m. – Boys Freshman Basketball vs. Rochester High School - Home Dec. 3 6 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball @ Kokomo High School. 7:30 p.m. – Boy Varsity Basketball @ Kokomo High School. Dec. 4 9 a.m. – Junior Varsity Wrestling @ Culver Junior Varsity Invitational. 9 a.m. – Varsity Wrestling @ Plymouth Invitational. 9 a.m. – Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball @ North Miami 4-way
Tourney. Noon – Girls Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Kokomo High School - Home 1:30 p.m. – Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Kokomo High School – Home 5 p.m. – Boys Junior Varsity Basketball @ Knox Community High School. 6:30 p.m. – Boys Varsity Basketball @ Knox Community High School. Dec. 6 5:30 p.m. – Boys Seventh and Eighth Grade Basketball @ Whitko High School. 6 p.m. – Boys Freshman Basketball @ Northwestern High School.
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Leftover Lollapalooza! By Laura Kurella
One of my greatest regrets about going to someone else’s house for Thanksgiving is not having a turkey to pick on at home. However, thanks to covid, that isn't happening this year! Instead, I was single-handedly entrusted with the not-so-huge task of creating a Thanksgiving feast fit for two.While there were many downs to it, we chose to focus on the upside, which was the abundance of many leftovers, and the rich, delicious bone broth that we can make to use in numerous, “nummy” meals ahead- ahh! Alas, while another year at the turkey table has come and gone, this year’s amazing organic bird is providing us enough awesome leftovers to savory the whole week through and some to freeze, too! Delicious and nutritious, turkey is a powerhouse of nutrition. Offering us a high 28-30 grams of protein in a low, 150-200 calorie, 3.5 ounce portion, turkey is considered a low fat, high protein food that also provides iron, zinc, phosphorus, potassium and B vitamins. Nothing compares to a freshly cooked bird, but even after it’s been roasted, offers a versatility that allows leftovers to be manipulated into many mouthwatering meals! The only great issue, of course, is that the clock is ticking! Once a turkey has been roasted it’s best to use up, or freeze up, all the leftovers within 3 to 5 days! According to Foodsafety.gov,
fresh (or thawed) whole poultry can be kept safely in the refrigerator for 1-2 days or safely in the freezer for up to one year. However, once the bird has been cooked and carved you gain an additional 3 to 4 days that it can be safely kept in the refrigerator. However, the amount of time it can be stored safely in freezer drops to just 6 to 9 months. If you do plan to freeze your turkey meat, try submerging meat in broth or gravy because the liquid will protect the meat from freezer burn and help preserve flavor. Personally, I think meat never tastes as good after freezing so I try to plan leftovers so the meat gets eaten while fresh! That said, here now are some flavor-packed ways to turn those turkey trimmings into a real leftover lollapalooza courtesy of Mc Cormick– Enjoy! PS: Don’t forget to boil those bones down into a broth! Toss in some root vegetables for added flavor, and some of your favorite spices to heighten its delight. Don’t add salt until you plan to use. Open-faced Hot Turkey Sandwiches Prep: 10m; Cook: 5m; Yield: 4 servings. 1 container (12 ounces) McCormick® Simply Better Turkey Gravy 8 slices cooked turkey 1 loaf baguette bread, (12 inches long) 1 cup fresh spinach leaves 1 cup prepared stuffing, warmed 1/2 cup cranberry
Take leftover turkey from ordinary to extraordinary by infusing new flavors into that old bird! sauce Cook gravy and turkey slices in large skillet on medium-high heat until heated through. Cut baguette in half lengthwise, then cut each piece in half. Place bread, cut-side up, onto 4 serving plates. Top bread evenly with spinach, turkey, stuffing, any remaining gravy, and cranberry sauce. Creamy Turkey Vegetable Soup Prep: 15m; Cook: 30m; Yield: 8 servings. 2 teaspoons McCormick Gourmet™ Organic Crushed Rosemary 1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet™ Organic Thyme Leaves 1 teaspoon Mc-
Cormick Gourmet™ Organic Garlic Powder 4 teaspoons butter, divided 1 package (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup flour 4 cups Kitchen Basics® All Natural Original Chicken Stock 1 cup half-and-half 1-pound cooked turkey, cut into 1inch cubes (about 3 cups) 1 1/2 cups frozen pearl onions 2 cups frozen peas and carrots 8 slices rustic bread 1 teaspoon oil Mix rosemary, thyme, and garlic powder in small bowl. Reserve 1/2 teaspoon. Heat 1 teaspoon of the butter in large saucepan on medium heat. Add
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mushrooms and remaining seasoning mixture; cook and stir 3 minutes. Remove mushrooms from saucepan. Set aside. Melt remaining 3 teaspoons butter in saucepan on medium heat, stirring to release browned bits from bottom of skillet. Sprinkle with flour; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until flour is lightly browned. Gradually stir in stock and halfand-half until well blended. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 10 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Add cooked turkey, frozen vegetables, and mushrooms; simmer 8 minutes or until heated through,
stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F. Place bread slices on baking sheet. Brush with oil and sprinkle with reserved seasoning mixture. Bake 10 minutes or until toasted. Ladle soup into bowls and top each with 1 crouton. Turkey Quesadillas Prep: 15m; Cook: 10m; Yield: 12 servings. 2 cups chopped cooked turkey 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese 1 cup chopped tomato 1/4 cup chopped green onions 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Crushed Red Pepper 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Ground
Allspice, (optional) 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Thyme Leaves 8 flour tortillas, (8inch) McCormick® Paprika Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix turkey, cheese, tomato, green onions, crushed red pepper, allspice, and thyme in large bowl until well blended. Place 4 of the tortillas on ungreased baking sheet. Spread 1/4 of the turkey mixture evenly on each tortilla. Top with remaining tortillas. Lightly brush with oil. Sprinkle with paprika, if desired. Bake 5 to 10 minutes or just until cheese melts. Cut into 3-inch wedges. Serve warm.
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Community Calendar Every Monday 10:30 a.m. – Movers and Shakers, a music and movement program at the Peru Public Library. Ages 0-5. Every Tuesday 10:30 a.m. – Story time at the Peru Public Library. Noon-3 p.m. – Wanted – Senior Pinochle players are invited to play every Tuesday at the Miami County Senior Center, 661 E. Main Street, Peru. The cost is fifty cents. For more information, contact Annie Speth at 765-473-3209.
Public Library. Every Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Get your picture taken with Santa and drop off your letter to Santa. Every Sunday 2 p.m. –to 4 p.m. - Get your picture taken with Santa and drop off your letter to Santa.
Every Thursday 4:30 p.m. – Lego Club at the Peru Public Library.
Dec. 1-Jan 2 Lights in the Airpark at Grissom Air Museum. Thursdays through Sundays, 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call 765-689-8011 or email director@grissomairmuseum.com.
Every third Thursday each month 4:30 p.m. – American Girl Club at the Peru
Dec. 2 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Christmas in Converse, Indiana. Iceless
skating rink, story time at the library with Mrs. Claus, fire engine parade featuring Santa Claus, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at First Farmers Bank after parade, ugly sweater contest, horse-drawn carriages, crafts and snacks at Converse Town Hall, Boarding at Impressive Stitches, live nativity by C3 at Rachels Taste of Indiana, write letters to Santa and treats outside Briggs Chiropractic, businesses open for sales and specials, fire pits and music. Dec. 4 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Finish holiday shopping at the Twelve Mile Country Christmas Craft Show. There will be a wide variety of all handmade and ar-
Police reports Nov. 12 A traffic accident with injuries was reported at 5489 S 200 W, Peru. Indiana State Police responded. A property damage accident occurred at S U.S. 31 and W 560 S, Peru. The accident was a sideswipe. A two-vehicle crash occurred at 2990 S U.S. 31, Maximum Power Sports, Peru. No injuries were reported. Trauma was reported at 39034 Edwards CT, Peru. A single vehicle car vs. deer crash occurred at W 1500 N & N 100 W, Akron. No injuries were reported. No visible signs of damage were
found. A two-vehicle crash occurred at E 700 N and N St. Rd. 19, Denver. This was handled by Indiana State Police. A possible driving under the influence case was reported at S U.S. 31 and S Graber Dr, Peru. All checked okay. A car vs. deer crash occurred at S U.S. 31 and W St. Rd. 218, Peru. No injuries reported. State crash report. Miami County Sheriff Department Nov. 20 Criminal mischief was reported at 1846 W Reed St, Miami. A suspicious package or item was re-
ported at 2843 S Hilltop Dr, Apt. 8, Peru. A subject at 435 N Main St, Bunker Hill was upset his adult kids not quarantining. Advised they broke screen door on house. Owner doesn't want to pursue charges. DNR was assisted with a death investigation at 1375 W 1500 N, Akron. Ronald Buis Jr. was incarcerated for Domestic Battery at 4638 S Strawtown Pike, Peru. Nov. 21 A suspicious package or item was reported at 4088 N
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tisan vendors including home decor, baked goods and candy, steppingstones, wreaths, paintings, ornaments, candles, jewelry, handmade soaps and lotion, rugs, dog treats, handmade cards, livestock items, and personalized and gift items, among so many others. Food will be available at the Firehouse Cafe in downtown Twelve Mile. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Elks Lodge #365 will host their annual
Prime Rib dinner that includes green beans, salad, roll and dessert. The cost is $20-. All proceeds to go to “Clothing the Kids for Christmas.” Tickets are available at the Elks Lodge, 122 N. Broadway, Peru, or through an Elks member. To reserve tickets, call 765-472-2207. Dec. 5 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. – Christmas at Riverview. Santa and various craft vendors will be at Riverview
Event Center. Kids can have their photo taken with Santa by Funny Farm Photography. Interested vendors can call 765-327-2679 for more information. If you have a community event taking place, especially nonprofit organizations, send it to: mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com. Dec. 8 6 p.m. – Decorate some plain ball ornaments for the holi-
days. Learn how to use paint, ribbon, paper, and temporary tattoos to create ornaments. Sign up on Facebook, in the computer room at the library, or by calling 765-473-3069. Dec. 10 4 p.m. – Silly Safaris live Reindeer Show will be at the Peru Public Library. There will be a reindeer and other animals of the North Pole.
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Police Carroll St, Mexico Baptist Church, Mexico. A verbal domestic disturbance occurred at 3213 Schilling St, Peru. The female was wanting to leave, and the male halfway threatened to throw her stuff in the yard. He was told not to do that. Female wanted
continued from Page 10 to retrieve her things the next day. She had a key to the property. A recliner was found on the side of the road at 1200 S Bus. 31, Peru. Indiana State Police handled the call. . A verbal argument occurred at N Eel River Cemetery Rd and W 200 N, Peru. In-
diana State Police advised it was an adult female that was in a verbal argument with male and got out of vehicle. ISP provided a ride to Peru with one female. Both male and female advised verbal argument. A missing person was found at 106 W Fifth St, Bunker Hill.
Subject was located at Howard Co. Community Hospital. A car vs. deer crash occurred at E St. Road 16 and N Pony Farm Road, Denver. No injuries were reported. Nov. 22 Officers checked the area of E Broadway St. and N Elm St,
Bunker Hill, after finding a vehicle with the trunk open at 3 am. There have been multiple reports of theft from vehicles in the area and the open trunk appeared suspicious. Vehicle owner was located, and nothing was missing. Nothing suspicious was located.
Officers took a report at 4791 E St. Rd. 124, Peru, detailing someone firing a gun from a vehicle into a field on SR 124 near CR 510 East. Multiple people then exited the vehicle and began searching the field with flashlights. The vehicle was located, and an officer con-
ducted a preliminary investigation. The information collected will be forwarded to the Department of Natural Resources. A single vehicle crash occurred at 5851 S U.S. 31, Cedar Creek Mobile Home Park, Peru. The subject had hit a stop sign.
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North Miami Junior/Senior High School A/B Honor Roll students announced Seniors: Jules Buffington, Braden Burns, Samuel Chilcutt, Leann Eckelbarger, Ross Gosnell, Lonnie Johnston, Matthew Knauff, Kira Manning, Amelia Mappin, Sheyenne Moyer, Audrey Myers, Mason Myers, Kaelin Pattison, Tyler Stites, Kolton Tolliver, AnnaMarie Walker. Juniors: Connor Ammerman, Katlynn Barnes, Aubrey Burns, Lauren Duncan, Bradyn Fennell, Astella Fisher, Kolton Floor, Kloie Hargrove, Brayden Hovermale, Lucas Keim, Owen Knight, Alivia Mathias, Logan Mouser, Jacob Murphy, Lauren Neff, Patriks Reimanis, Isaac Ross, Nico Schwacke, Austin Smith, Samantha Smith, Joey Witmeyer, Noah Yentes. Sophomores: Jonathan Augustyn, Griffin Dyson, Bryce Gosnell, Emily Holstein, Benjamin Hoover, Hannah Hwang, Maverick Malott, Audrey McQuinn, Haylie Meives, Ella Neff,
Luke Spencer, Edward Weidner, Dean Whitmer, Calvin Wildermuth, Erma Yoder. Freshmen: Isabella Chapa, Payton Click, Mathew Converse,
Madison Deeds, Yesica Escamilla-Pantaleon, Jeramy Hendricks, Jenna Hughes, Riley Kling, Jordan Korrekt, Ming Lowry, Victoria Masters, Wyatt McClanahan,
Joshua Mowery, Ray Pickett, Avery Piel, Jlynn Piercy, Josalyn Simons, Emma Steele, Ashley SumpterMusic, Clara West, Nathaniel Wildermuth, Drew Wright.
Eighth Grade: Kale Deardorff, Silas Freeman, Braxton Fritz, Gavyn Fritz, Owen McGuire, Lindsey Pugh, Zoey Rafferty, Christian Snavely, Samuel Stone, Noah
Winters. Seventh Grade: Colton Clark, Caden Clingaman, Kayden Donaldson, Brylee Edwards, Miranda Harmon, Aaron Jones, Caleb Julian,
Michael Miser, Haylee See, Hayden Spin, James Ward, Delilah Weaver, Joel Wilcox, Alan Wildermuth.
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