The Paper of Wabash County Feb. 8, 2023

Champions!

Southwood girls win S. Wells Sectional

The Southwood Lady Knights are sectional champions.

Southwood ran through the field of Class 1A Sectional 53 last week, defeating Canterbury, Northfield, and Lakeland Christian Academy by an average of 27 points on their way to the championship after defeating LCA, 59-39, Saturday, Feb. 4.

Southwood took a 9-6 lead in a slow-starting first quarter but found its rhythm in the second quarter, outscoring the Lady Cougars, 17-8, to take a 26-14.

The lead remained 12 points going into the fourth quarter and the Lady Knights put the game away with a 21-13 advantage in the final eight minutes.

Ella Haupert rebounded from a slow semifinal game to score 32 points with six rebounds, and six steals to lead the Lady Knights.

Aleia Sweet also made an impact with 16 points, eight rebounds, five assists, four blocks, and three steals.

Alaina Winer added five points, four rebounds, and two assists, and one steal, followed by Makenna Younce with four points, six rebounds, and one assist, Emmerson Chellis with two points, two rebounds, and one steal, Quinn Claussen and Macy Barney with two rebounds each, and Meredith Norman with one rebound and one assist.

First round Southwood 72, Canterbury 31

The Lady Knights opened sectional play with a dominating 72-31 win over Canterbury Tuesday, Jan. 31.

Southwood opened the game with an 18-9 first quarter before taking a 4223 halftime lead, then the Lady Knight defense went to work.

Southwood allowed just eight points in the second half to cruise to the 41point win.

The win, Southwood’s 17th of the season, set a new mark for most wins in a season by a Lady Knight team. Cont. on Pg. 11.

DNR, Josiah White’s join forces to document Native American school

By Amanda Redman aredman@thepaperofwabash.com

Rosa Fast Horse died in April 1885 at the then Josiah White’s Manual Labor Institute.

The 14-year-old Sioux girl is one of an untold number of Native Americans sent to the school in rural Wabash County between 1882 and 1895 under a federal program meant to “Americanize” them.

Rosa was buried in a small cemetery in a wooded area on the campus grounds along with 5-year-old Reba White.

In October, Josiah White’s, now a residential facility providing foster care, family services, substance abuse and behavior treatment, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR.)

There are a total of 11 children buried in the cemetery on the grounds. DNR is now researching the site for restoration and outreach.

Chelsea Epp, Josiah White’s marketing and communications director, said the project will acknowledge the deceased, restore stones, and reach out to affiliated tribes.

“We of course said that we were interested in the project and provided (DNR) with all the information that we have on the cemetery,” Epp said.

Rosa and Reba’s causes of death are not listed. They are the first two to be buried there.

Three other Sioux children buried in 1890 died from a “prolonged illness” on campus, according to the National Register of Historic Places registration form.

Chief Fast Horse visited his daughter Rosa’s grave in 1886 making the trek from Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota.

The federal program intentionally created distance from families by sending youth from Eastern reservations to Western states, and those from Western states to Eastern schools.

Miami Indian children had formerly been admitted to the school until the federal funding mandated they be sent to schools in South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, and Oklahoma.

“Initially, the school was intended

by founder Josiah White as a general orphanage but in the 1880s and 1890s the board decided to enroll in the Indian Normal School program so that they could collect payments from the Federal Government for bringing in Native students” explained Noah Sandweiss, DNR Cemetery Registry Coordinator.

Upon his death in 1850, Josiah White bequeathed $40,000 to Society of Friends for two labor institutions to serve “poor children, white, colored and Indian.”

The Society of Friends purchased the land for Josiah White’s on Treaty Creek from Miami Indian Chief Meshingomesia. The first 640 acres cost $6,500 in gold. An additional 120 acres was then acquired for $1,700.

The second institution is now known as Quakerdale Farms located in New Providence, Iowa.

White wanted the institutions to be self-sustaining with farmland tended by students who would “appreciate the dignity of labor.”

“Between 1874 and 1917, 16 children died at the site, at least nine of whom were Native American. Eleven of them were buried onsite and the rest were interred at nearby Quaker and Catholic cemeteries,” Sandweiss said. “The school cemetery has been documented for the State Cemetery Register as well, which will help us keep track of its condition and serve as reference for future research, maintenance, or restoration,”

According to the registration form, nine of the buried are Native American, one African American and one of Mexican descent.

Southwood Lady Knights teammates raise the Southern Wells Sectional trophy on Saturday night.

Photo by Joseph Slacian

Rosa Fast Horse’s grave at Josiah White’s. Photo from Find a Grave website.

City Council Primary races to be decided

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

The ballot for the May 2 Primary Election and the Nov. 7 General Election had some major changes in the closing days of filing.

Filing ended at noon Friday, Feb. 3, for the May Primary.

Wabash will be the only municipality in Wabash County with primary races. The city has three, all on the Republican ticket.

In the Wabash City Council’s Second District, Heather L. AllenHoover and Eric Schoening will square off for the party’s nomination.

A three-way race was averted when Republican incumbent David W. Monroe withdrew his candidacy on Friday.

Allen-Hoover had originally been listed as a candidate for the Third District council seat, but is now listed for the Second District post.

Wabash County Clerk Lori Draper said Allen-Hoover was mistakenly listed in the Third District because the City of Wabash redistricted its council districts and the clerk’s office doesn’t have an accurate map yet.

“It was determined we had told her the wrong district and she came in and changed it once we had it figured out,” Draper told The Paper of Wabash County.

“We have verified all of the candidates are correct with our county GIS now.”

In another race, City Council incumbent Susan Bonfitto and

Charles Coyne both filed in the closing days, setting up a three-way race for the Republican nomination. Tim Nelson had previously filed for the position.

The winner in the primary will face Democrat Chad M. Harris for the position in the November election.

One other council race will be decided in the May Primary.

Republicans Mitzi Pilgrim and Matt Stone are both seeking the Council’s Fifth District seat.

Wabash, as it stands now, is also the only municipality to have races decided in the November election, with three different races.

Democrat-incumbent Wendy Frazier is facing Republican Melanie Penn for the clerk-treasurer’s position.

Komets to host Community Night

Grow Wabash County and the Fort Wayne Komets invite the Wabash County community to be the MVPs at the Fort Wayne Komets game on Friday, March 24 for Wabash County Night.

As one of the Komets’ dedicated “community nights,” hockey fans are encouraged to show up and celebrate not only the Komets as they take on the Rapid City Rush, but Wabash County and all of the great things happening in the community.

Local leaders will join the players and Grow Wabash County on the ice for the ceremonial puck drop to kick-off

Comic to perform at Eagles

Honeywell Arts and Entertainment will welcome Jon Reep to the Eagles Theatre stage Thursday, Feb. 16, at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased online at honeywellarts.org, by calling 260-5631102 or at the Honeywell Box Office.

As an actor, he just wrapped a role in the Netflix Series “One Mississisppi,” and guest starred in an episode of “Black-ish.”

the game. There will also be ample opportunity throughout the night for Wabash County to be in the spotlight with various games and events that make the Komets games such a fun night out for everyone. Game time is 8 p.m.

In addition to being in the spotlight during the game, Wabash County businesses and community members can get into the game for a reduced price. While supplies last, tickets can be bought for $17 or $22 per ticket at www.fevo.me/wabashnight4 or by contacting Mitch Meinholz at mitch@komets.com or by calling 260-482-6812.

In the Council’s Third District, Republican-incumbent Terry Brewer Jr. will face Michael “Mike” Barnett, a Democrat who filed Feb. 2.

The aforementioned race for the

council’s Fourth District seat also will be decided.

No one filed candidacy for the Roann Town Council seat.

“If no one runs for an office, the person currently serving in the posi-

Reep’s contemporary country point of view has won over legions of fans! As a stand-up, he built a following through his comedy specials and winning appearance on “Last Comic Standing.”

He’s also appeared in “Eastbound and Down” and feature film “Into the Storm” but may be best known as Raymus the farmer from “Harold and Kumar: Escape from Guantanamo Bay”, or as the Hemi Guy from Dodge’s popular ad campaign. This show may be for mature audiences.

Manchester Electric Motors helps fill void

By Amanda Redman aredman@thepaperofwabash.com

Single phase motors, triple phase motors, subfractional horsepower -these are a few terms Peter Sink, owner of Manchester Electric Motors in Silver Lake, uses loosely.

In an interview at the shop located adjacent to his home at 3720 N. 300W, he shows some of the motors he is working on from meat grinders, farm equipment and industrial machines.

Sink opened the sales and service

business in 2020 when he realized people were having to drive to nearby counties to have motors repaired or replaced.

“We saw a need and we enjoy it,” Sink said. “We noticed that there wasn’t any place real close to take the motors we were doing.”

Sink’s focus is on farm and industry motors, including AC and DC motors, starters and alternators.

He specializes in phase converters which allow large three-phase motors to run on single phase electricity.

He also does tooling on some smaller motors.

“Anything with sub-fractional horsepower up to 100 horse,” Sink said.

Sink has learned the trade through experience.

“Winding motors is very tricky,” Sink admits. “That can take a couple years of experience to learn.”

Despite the technical terms and intricate work, Sink is humble about it.

“It’s not rocket

City orders fire-damaged home razed

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

The Wabash Board of Public Works and Safety ordered a home at 437 W. Hill Street demolished when it met on Thursday, Feb. 2.

science,” Sink says. “I’m not highfalutin or anything.”

Sink and his wife, Marie, have lived in Silver Lake for 13 years. The couple has seven children.

“Our focus would be longevity,” Sink said emphasizing his selection of quality parts “So far it’s been a very positive response.”

Contact Manchester Electric Motors at 260-578-8059.

Wabash Musicale members hear various numbers

Wabash Musicale met Jan. 24, 2023, at Christ United Methodist Church with 22 members present. President Susie Jones welcomed the ladies and turned the meeting over to Carolyn Stoner who introduced the first number, “Rejoice, the Lord is King” performed by Carolyn Eppley on the organ and Luvernia Wilson on the piano. The song tune was by John Darwell, with the arrangement by Joel Ramey. The duo went on to play “Lamb of God”, arranged by Mary McDonald and

Larry Shakely. The song was written and originally performed by Twila Parris.

“The Swan” by Camille St. Saens is the 13th and 14th movement from St. Saen’s “Carnival of the Animals.”

“The Song of the Black Swan” is by Heiter Villa Lobos. Carolyn Stoner performed these two songs on the cello.

Carolyn and Luvernia played “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name”, written by Edward Perronet with the melody by Oliver Holden and arranged by Mary McDonald. “Bach

Suite 2, Bouree 1 & 2” are suites for the cello by Johann Sebastian Bach. These were preformed by Carolyn Stoner and accompanied by Eileen Dye. The trio of Carolyn Eppley, Luvernia Wilson and Carolyn Stoner played the final number, “There Is A Balm in Gilead”, an African

The board ruled that the fire-damaged home was an unsafe structure and ordered the

home to be razed within 30 days.

However, there was some discussion as to whether the hearing should even take place, as the home was sold to an investment company from Florida. It wasn’t determined when the ownership was transferred to the company.

If the transfer took place after Jan. 6, a notice of

Thursday’s hearing would have been attached to any documents related to the property.

The board opted to proceed with the hearing, at which Code Enforcement Officer Jeff Knee testified to the condition of the property.

Among the damage, he noted, the roof and second floor of the home has collapsed.

Peter Sink works in his shop in Silver Lake. Photo by Amanda Redman

American spiritual.

WACT has new board leadership

Wabash Area Community Theater (WACT) welcomed new leadership to its Board of Directors.

WACT features a 12-member Board of Directors, whose members serve three-year terms.

Four directors are elected by WACT membership annually in November, with Board officers elected by the Board of Directors annually during the January Board meeting.

At WACT’s Jan. 31 meeting, longtime member Bev Vanderpool continued her leadership with the organization, staying on for another year as Board president.

Paula Merriman

also maintained her role as Board secretary. Lin Metzger succeeded Eric Seaman as Board vice president, while Gary Norman succeeded Howard Kaler as Board treasurer.

“I can’t thank Eric and Howard enough for their leadership with our organization in recent years,” Vanderpool said.

“It’s been incredibly valuable. Eric is still on our board, but Howard resigned after a long, amazing stint of volunteerism helping us being fiscally responsible and good stewards of the many donations we’ve received in his time with us.

“We also saw Kevin Funk finish up the final year of his board term and we greatly appreciate his time, as he was a frequent participant on-stage in our musicals. He was also the head of one of our mostvital committees: Script Reading.”

In November, new members to the Board included Deb Schenkel and Mike Barnett, both of whom have also participated in recent WACT productions. Barnett is serving Kaler’s remaining two-year

term, while Schenkel is starting a full three-year term to replace Funk. Metzger and Board Member Brett Robinson were both also reelected and will begin full threeyear terms.

“Our board is at a crucial time in our history right now,” Metzger added. “We’ve really beefed up our season, almost doubling it in three years. We also have an amazing building for our operations, affectionally titled ‘The

Crossroads promotes Gosnell to VP position

April Gosnell has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Retail Loan Manager at Crossroads Bank. She has been with Crossroads Bank for 22 years.

Gosnell has held various positions during her banking career such as Teller, Customer Service, New Accounts Representative, and Loan Processor.

In her spare time, she and her hus-

band, Zach, like to spend time attending sporting events with their sons, Bryce,

WACTory.’

“It’s an exciting time to be a part of WACT.”

WACT’s mission is as follows: “Wabash Area Community Theater nurtures the creative spirit of area residents by providing focused educational experiences in all areas of live theater as members work to produce quality live performances that enhance Wabash’s cultural offerings.”

Wabash Area Community Theater board officers are (from left) Bev Vanderpool, Lin Metzger, Paula Merriman and Gary Norman

and Ross.

MELISSA MCCANN DAN FORD

Honeywell board elects officers, names 2 new members

The Honeywell Foundation Board of Directors elected 2023 officers and welcomed two new members in January.

Sally Krouse was elected board chair after previously serving as vice chair. She replaces Howard Halderman, who served as Chair from 2019 until his term expired in December 2022 and remains on the board as a member.

Other officers elected are Rich Church, Vice Chair; Bruce Trump, O.D., Treasurer; and Phyllis Downey, Secretary.

The board welcomed Melisa McCann and Dan Ford as new members.

McCann, originally from Munster, received a BA in Musical Theatre Performance from Indiana University. She currently holds the position of Community Outreach Director at the Renaissance Pointe YMCA, where she creates YMCA Arts Programming, plans events, and establishes community relationships.

Ford, from Wabash, received a BA of Science in Industrial Management from Purdue University. His family has a long history in the Wabash community. He follows a legacy of family board members, including parents Stanley and Marilyn. He serves as President of the Charley Creek Foundation, Director of the Ford Meter Box Company, and Chairman of Crossroads Bank and the Ford Meter Box Foundation.

Board members also include Angie Beauchamp, Lisa Gilman, Howard Halderman, Jeanne Mirro, Tade Powell, Ty Renbarger, Jack Wiley, and Tod Minnich.

Downtown Wabash adds 4 board members

Downtown Wabash, Inc. welcomes a new slate of board members to its board of directors. Incoming board members for 2023 diversify the organization’s leadership in age, gender, industry and qualifications.

Downtown Wabash, Inc.’s new board members include Noah Roberts, International Business Development Specialist of Ford Meter Box; Julie Dickey, Owner of 4 Partners in Crime; Shane Waters, CEO of Arc Light Media; and Erika White, Controller of Crossroads Bank.

“Downtown Wabash is not just a destination in Indiana, it’s also a nonprofit organization leading the way for revitalization while respecting the rich history of the district,”

Downtown Wabash, Inc. Executive Director Andrea Zwiebel said. “Our new board members are passionate about fulfilling our mission of commu-

nity and economic vitality. They each bring a different perspective to fuel the diverse needs of our downtown district,” Zwiebel said.

Dickey is a small business owner in the downtown district with 4 Partners in Crime on Canal St. Roberts works in

the International Sales Team at Ford Meter Box and lived in Downtown Wabash for several years. Waters is the founder of Arc Light Media located inside of Market Street Square which produces six world-class podcasts. White is the controller at

Crossroads Bank and brings years of accounting experience to her board

seat.

The full Downtown Wabash, Inc. board of directors include Neil Bever, Secretary; Christine Flohr; Kara Fulmer, Treasurer; Amy Ford, Vice President; Keith Gillenwater; Mayor Scott Long; Amanda Lopez, President; Jordan Tandy and Kelli Winer.

NOAH ROBERTS JULIE DICKEY SHANE WATER

ERIKA WHITE AMANDA LOPEZ

Climate is topic of MU Discussion Day

Manchester University’s Discussion Day is Wednesday, Feb. 15. This year’s topic is climate change and climate justice.

Discussion Day is a Manchester biennial tradition that brings the community together to engage in an immersive examination of an issue identified to be of significant relevance to the students, staff and faculty.

The event will extend through the week, with presentations on Monday and Wednesday in Cordier Auditorium as part of the Values, Ideas and the Arts (VIA) series.

The first VIA is 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13 with Sarah Jaquette Ray, professor of environmental studies at Humboldt State University in California. Ray will discuss how a new generation of activists is changing the climate movement and why it is important to know how to cultivate intellectual and existential skillfulness in our advocacy, no matter

what type of work one does.

“Breaking Boundaries: The Science of Our Planet,” a documentary examining the collapse of the earth’s biodiversity, will be shown on Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. in Cordier. Following the 75minute film will be a discussion led by a Manchester University panel.

The Discussion Day keynote address, “Imagine Justice, Transformation and Liberation,” is at 10 a.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 15. The keynote speaker is Denise AbdulRahman, the Climate Justice Alignment Initiative co-manager for the Chisholm Legacy Project.

Abdul-Rahman is a leader in organizing for just energy, shutting down coal operations and expanding solar access for lowincome families. She advocates for reducing harmful emissions, advancing energy efficiency and clean energy, and strengthening community

Beacon names Stites

VP of Retail Lending

Beacon Credit Union has named Emily Stites as Vice President, Retail Lending.

Stites brings more than 11 years of credit union and member service experience to her new role, as well as a passion for retail lending. She will be responsible for leading the organization in retail loan origination, underwriting and processing areas. She will also manage the Credit Union’s Retail Loan Processing Center, underwriting tools and support systems to ensure optimal performance and service for members.

Stites will work alongside executive leadership to support implementation and achieving corporate goals and objectives. Her leadership role will center on building a high performance culture around Beacon’s values.

Prior to her promotion, Stites served as Retail Lending Manager at the credit union. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance, Marketing and Business Administration from Indiana State University, an MBA from Anderson University and a Doctorate of Business Administration, Leadership from Liberty University.

Stites resides in Wabash.

resilience and livability.

All three events are free and open to the public.

After AbdulRahman’s presentation, concurrent sessions led by Manchester faculty,

staff and students will take place from 1-2:50 p.m.

Members of the public who are

interested in participating in Discussion Week events can register at https://manches-

ter.advancementform.com/event/di scussion-day2023/register.

Jerry Long, 79 Known for his mustache

Feb. 3, 1943 – Jan. 30, 2023

Jerry Wayne Long, 79, of Wabash, died at 10:30 am, Monday, Jan. 30, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.

He was born on Feb. 3, 1943, in Wabash County, to Carl and Elizabeth (Grimm) Long.

Jerry was a 1962 graduate of Urbana High School. He married Lana A. Ball in Lagro, on Feb. 29, 1964. Jerry worked at Chrysler Corporation in Kokomo, Indiana, retiring after 23 years, and also worked 20 years at General Tire in Wabash. He was a member of the Urbana Yoke Parish, the Hanna Masonic Lodge 61, the Wabash Shrine Club, the Fort Wayne Scottish Rite and Mizpah Shrine, the Urbana Lions Club, and the N.R.A.

He enjoyed collecting tractors, coins, hats, and canes, and traveling in his RV. He and his wife, Lana wintered in Sebring, Fla., for five years. Jerry was well known for his mustache, and was a recipient of the Best Stash in the Bash award.

He is survived by his wife, Lana Long of Wabash; five children, Stephanie (John) Stambaugh of Wabash, Skyler (Rachel Hendrickson) Long of Lagro, Susan (Bryan) LaFerney of Urbana, Sara (Joe Haecker) Long of Roann, and Sam (Amy) Long of Wabash; ten grandchildren, Kenzie Thornsbury, Kassidy Stambaugh, Kasey Long, Kody Stambaugh, Kash LaFerney, Kane Long, Kaylee Long, Kiptyn Haecker, Kedryk Haecker, and Khloe Long; and his brother, Robert (Jane) Long of Wabash.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Scott Monroe Long who died in 1966, two brothers, Danny Dean Long and Donald Eugene Long, and his sister, Mercedes JoAnne Weaver.

Funeral services were Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with Rev. Larry Wade officiating. Burial will be in Half Acre Cemetery, Urbana. Visitation was Thursday, at the funeral home, with a Masonic service.

Preferred memorials are the Shriner’s Hospital for Children or the Urbana Lions Club.

The memorial guest book for Jerry may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Janet Titus, 94

Enjoyed knitting, crocheting Oct. 16, 1928 – Feb. 2, 2023

Janet I. Titus, 94, of Wabash, died at 12:08 pm, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Bickford Cottage in Wabash. She was born on Oct. 16, 1928, in Wabash, to Russell and Averilla (Robinson) Carter.

Janet was a 1946 graduate of Wabash High School. She married Jack Edward Titus in Wabash on June 5, 1948; he died Nov. 3, 1987. Janet was an insurance agent for Beauchamp McSpadden Insurance Company, retiring after 30 years. She was an active member of Christ United Methodist Church. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, and working in her yard.

She is survived by two sons, Todd (Anne) Titus of Wabash and Tony (Beverly) Titus of Indianapolis; daughter-in-law, Judy Titus of Peru; three grandchildren, Ben (Ann) Titus and Blake Titus, both of Indianapolis, and Emily Titus of Peru; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Rosalie Nielson of Wabash, and Margie Powell of Burkett.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, son, Jeff Titus, and her sister, Elsie Rish. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Brad Spaulding, Chaplain officiating. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 12:30-2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Christ United Methodist Church. The memorial guest book for Janet may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Lurene Garst, 94 Member of Eastern Star

Oct. 23, 1928 – Jan. 30, 2023

Lurene Garst, 94, of North Manchester, Indiana, formerly of rural Somerset, died at 9:55 a.m., Monday, Jan. 30, 2023, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester.

She was born on Oct. 23, 1928, in Somerset, Ky., to Melvin and Lola (Tarter) Tarter.

Lurene married Clarence “Chunk” Garst in Marion, on Sept. 16, 1950; he died May 8, 2006. She farmed along with her husband Chunk.

Lurene was a member of the LaFontaine Order of the Eastern Star chapter 301 and Woodlawn United Methodist Church in Somerset. She attended the Christian Heritage Church, in Wabash, before moving to Peabody. She enjoyed gardening and raising flowers, was an avid reader, and was well known for her peanut brittle.

She is survived by two grandchildren, Lindsay Long of Peru, and Jamie Degitz of Indianapolis; three great-grandchildren, Taylor Harrell of Wabash, Ashton Faust of LaFontaine, and Emree Reed of Indianapolis; great-great-grandson, Maxton Heckman of Wabash; and her sister, Kathleen (James) Riley, of Wabash.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Karan Degitz, three brothers, and two sisters.

Visitation and funeral services were Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Tim Prater officiating. Burial was in Mississinewa Cemetery, Somerset, at a later date.

Preferred memorial is Heart to Heart Hospice, Fort Wayne.

The memorial guest book for Lurene may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Norman Rogers Jr., 85

Served on Urbana Fire Dept. Nov. 26, 1937 – Jan. 31, 2023

Norman Rogers Jr., 85, of rural Urbana, Indiana, died at 5:00 pm, Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023, at The Waters of Wabash East. He was born on Nov. 26, 1937, in Wabash, to Norman Sr. and Omadell (Osmon) Rogers.

Junior was a graduate of Urbana High School, and was a US Army veteran. He married Reta Kay Branham in Urbana on Nov. 2, 1985; she died Sept. 14, 2006. Junior was a retired farmer, welder, and a jack of all trades. He was a retired member of the Urbana Fire Department. He enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, and especially spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his daughter, Patricia Mae (Jim Bailey) Piper of Wabash; two grandchildren, John Freeman Hatton Jr. of North Manchester, Indiana, and Cody Lothridge of Indianapolis, Indiana; sister, Donna Carr of Monticello, Indiana; and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his parents, brother, Jerry Rogers, and his sister, Karen Hoover.

Funeral services were Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Urbana Fire Department.

The memorial guest book for Junior may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

WEEKLY REPORTS

Wabash County Sheriff’s Department Accidents

A vehicle driven by Josee M. Nieves Roldan, 57, Orlando, Fla., struck ice on U.S. 24, east of Old U.S. 24, causing the trailer he was pulling to jack-knife at 12:16 p.m. Jan. 25. The two eastbound lanes of U.S. 24 were closed because of the incident. Damage was estimated at between $2,501 and $5,000.

A vehicle driven by Michael R. Morgan, 39, Roann, struck a patch of ice on County Road 200 W at mile marker 800 at 9:18 a.m. Jan. 26. The vehicle ran off the east side of the roadway, struck a utility pole, snapping it in half, before overturning and coming to rest on the passenger’s side. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000.

A vehicle driven by Justin A. Snyder, 31, Cont. on Pg. 10.

Kathi Spurrier

Former Indy car engineer

Nov. 11, 1971 – Jan. 17, 2023

Kathi D. Spurrier, 51, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Jan. 17, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Kathi was a two-year survivor of stage four kidney cancer. She was a role model to her daughters and to many others she took under her wing. Her daughter’s friends would refer to her as their second Mom. Kathi had a heart of gold and was fiercely loyal to those she loved.

Kathi was born Nov. 11, 1971, in Wabash, to Michael and DeAnn (Meyer) Rogers. She graduated from Southwood High School in 1990 and she later graduated from Ball State University with an engineering degree. She married Mark Spurrier on Aug. 15, 1998, and had two beautiful daughters together.

Kathi had a story book career as a female engineer in Indy car racing and Aerospace. She blazed the trail for other females that would follow in her footsteps. In 1996 and 1997, Kathi was a racing engineer for Target/Chip Ganassi Racing where she won two championship rings. She left the team two weeks before the Indy 500 to go to Players Forsythe Racing, which cost her an Indy 500 ring. Kathi won another championship ring in 2003 while at Players Forsythe Racing. Kathi eventually went part-time and left racing in 2007 to focus on her daughters and follow her husband to San Antonio, Texas, for work. Not being one to rest on her laurels, Kathi had multiple job offers and went back to work for 12 more years in Aerospace at Albany Engineered Composites as a tooling engineer before she was diagnosed with cancer.

Kathi loved life and her family dearly. Her husband and daughters were the light of her life. She was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, colleague, and friend. She touched the lives of so many people. She will truly be missed and will never, ever, be forgotten.

Kathi is survived and missed by her loving husband, Mark Spurrier, of 24 years; their two daughters, Marissa and Marlena; her parents, Michael and DeAnn Rogers; her two brothers, Rick Rogers (Shelby) and Ron Rogers (Holly); and sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.

There are no words that can express how grateful and blessed we are to our friends, family, and neighbors who were there for us with food, prayers, and support during this difficult time. There were many trips to MD Anderson in Houston and stays in hotels and hospitals that were difficult. You stepped up big when we needed you most during the holidays and it is very much appreciated. As Kathi best put it, “We love you to the moon and back.”

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the family established college savings plans for Kathi’s daughters at UGift - College Savings Plan at www.ugift529.com. The following codes will be required: Marissa D Spurrier: P7Z-L7F Marlena K Spurrier: S4N-77P. Visitation was Jan. 20 at Ebensberger Fisher Funeral Home in Boerne, Texas. Services were Saturday, Jan. 21. To leave condolences for the family and to view a video of Kathi’s life, please visit www.ebensberger-fisher.com. Arrangements with Ebensberger Fisher Funeral Home of Boerne.

Ralph Bricker, 85 WHS graduate

June 25, 1937 – Jan. 10, 2023

Ralph M. Bricker, 85, of San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 5:08 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023, at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. He was born to Robert Morris and Mildred (Jackson) Bricker on June 25, 1937.

Ralph was a 1955 graduate of Wabash High School. He then attended Valparaiso Technical Institute receiving an Associate’s Degree as an Electronic Technician. He worked for WANE T.V. in Fort Wayne, then worked for Datapoint Corporation in San Antonio before retiring in the late 1990’s. In 1972 Ralph purchased a new BMW Bavaria and enjoyed driving and maintaining that car, with the car now having over 400,000 miles. He also enjoyed going out to eat and having pizza for lunch at his favorite places around San Antonio.

Ralph is survived by one brother, Lee (Janice) Bricker of San Antonio, Texas. He is proceeded in death by his parents and one sister, Lois Bricker, who passed

away on April 19, 2022.

Calling hours will be Wednesday, January 18, 2023, from noon to 4:00 p.m. at Funeral Caring USA 2621 Mossrock, San Antonio, Texas 78230.

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Falls Cemetery in Wabash with Pastor David Phillips officiating.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Ralph Bricker’s final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.

Milton ‘Bud’ Shultz, 80

Retired from Square D

March 13, 1942 – Jan. 30, 2023

Milton “Bud” Fonzo Shultz, 80, of Peru, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, January 30, 2023 at Wellbrooke of Wabash.

Bud was born to Luther Shultz and Carrie Griffitts Shultz on March 13, 1942, in Macy. He married Judy Drumheller on Aug. 13, 1960. Bud and Judy built a beautiful life together and raised their four children on the same farm in Erie Township where Bud grew up.

Bud attended Erie Township School and Peru High School. He worked for Norfolk and Western Railway prior to joining Square D / Schneider Electric in 1961. He retired from Square D in 2006 after joining 45 years of dedicated service.

An outdoorsman at heart, Bud’s favorite pastime was spending time in nature, especially gardening, chopping firewood, and hunting mushrooms in the woods on his farm. He also enjoyed reading, listening to country and gospel music, finding flea market “treasures,” and taking road trips across the United States with his family (one infamous cross-country trip to the Pacific Coast in 1967 involved six people packed into the family’s Volkswagon Beetle). Bud was an adventurer, an animated storyteller, a practical joker, and a culinary enthusiast. Most importantly, he was a loving and devoted husband, “Dad,” “Gramps,” and “Great-Gramps” to his adoring family.

Bud was a man of strong Christian faith and attended First Assembly of God, Calvary Church, and Independent Fellowship. He led many people to the Lord because he was never afraid to share his testimony about how God transformed his life for the better. His family finds comfort in the knowledge that Bud is now at rest in his heavenly home, wrapped in the loving arms of his Savior.

Bud is survived by his wife and sweetheart of 62 years, Judy, and their canine companion, Pickles; his sisters, Joyce (Bob) Midkiff and Carolyn “Sue” Case both of Peru; his children, Valerie Hiers of Peru, Stan (Sabrina) Shultz of Fishers, Dion (Brenda) Shultz of Peru, and Dawn (Jeremy) Wayman of Wabash.

He is also survived by eight grandchildren, Elise (Adam) Michalek, Carly Hiers, Todd (Jody) Weller, David (Elizabeth) Shultz, Julie (Domingo) Uceda, David Lee, Alisha Shultz, and Rebekah Shultz; and six great-grandchildren, Maxwell Michalek, Arden Michalek, Chloe Weller, Jack Weller, Hayden Weller, and Finn Weller.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, MaryHelena Shultz, Sarah-Elizabeth Shultz, and Fawntilla Reddy; and one brother, Marion Shultz.

The family would like to extend heartfelt appreciation to Wellbrooke of Wabash and Adoration Hospice for their loving care throughout Bud’s final days.

Visitation was Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 W. Third St., Peru. A celebration of life followed with Pastor Kevin Palmer officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research or the Wabash County Animal Shelter.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Friends and family may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

DUSTIN BROWN ERIC FETROW DR. HARRIET HAMER

3 alumni join MU board of trustees

Leaders in public administration, education and medicine have joined the Manchester University Board of Trustees. They are all Manchester graduates, with deep family ties to the institution.

Dustin Brown works in Washington D.C. in the Office of Management and Budget in the Executive Office of the President.

For the past four administrations, beginning in 2001, he has been the senior career executive responsible for improving the federal government’s results and performance. He also has responsibilities for helping to set the President’s Management Agenda, improving the public’s experience with government services, strengthening the federal workforce and increasing the use of evidence in decision-making.

For the past five years he has been an adjunct professor at the University of Texas LBJ School of Public Affairs in its Washington, D.C., center.

Brown earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Manchester, received a Fulbright Scholarship to study at Universidad Andina Simon Bolivar in Quito, Ecuador, and holds a master’s degree in public administration from the Maxwell School for Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University.

“I am proud that two of my great grandparents went to Manchester College, two of my grandparents actually met at Manchester. My mother went to Manchester (Judi Miller ’70 Brown), and I met my wife (Heidi Howiler ‘98 Brown) at Manchester. I also grew up in the town of North Manchester where my parents owned the Studio for years.”

Aaron L. Fetrow became president of Heritage Hall in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, in July 2021. Heritage Hall is a P12 independent school.

His Manchester connections also run long and deep. His wife is Jodi Pippenger ’95 Fetrow. His parents, Lonnie R. Lutz ’76 and Dr. Regan Richardson ’77 Fetrow Lutz

Brock, are also alumni . His stepmother, uncle, and his wife’s parents, sister and brother all graduated from Manchester.

“Manchester provided numerous members of our family and all our classmates with exposure to the liberal arts,” he said. “In addition, the lessons all of us learned inside and outside of the classroom reflect Manchester’s mission to produce graduates ‘who draw upon their education and faith to lead principled, productive, and compassionate lives.’”

A former employment law attorney with the Indianabased law firm Baker & Daniels, he earned his J.D. from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2003, a master’s degree in history from Truman State University in 1997 and a bachelor’s degree in history from Manchester.

Vice-chair of the Manchester Bold $45 million fundraising campaign, Har riet A Hamer, M.D., is staff anesthesiologist member of South East Anesthesiologists doing business as Midwest Anesthesia Consultants, working out of Beacon Memorial Hospital South Bend, and surrounding clinics, since 1991.

Her education background, including degrees held, includes Snider High School in Fort Wayne, 1976; Bachelor of Arts in biology- chemistry from Manchester, 1980; medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, 1984; transitional internship at Memorial Hospital South Bend, 19841985; emergency medicine residency, Louisiana State University, 1985-1987; anesthesiology residency, Indiana University, 1987-1990; and Indiana University South Bend, public health certificate, 1998.

Hamer is currently a volunteer with the Fischoff Chamber Music Board of Directors Executive Committee; Fundraising Committee “Planting for the Future” at Camp Alexander Mack in Milford.

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A vehicle driven by Aaron V. Maley, 37, Converse, struck a deer on State Road 218, west of America Road at 7:56 a.m. Jan. 21. Damage was estimated at between $2,501 and $5,000.

A vehicle driven by Jacob R. Banter, 22, North Manchester, went into a ditch on County Road 500 E, south of County Road 900 N, after Banter lost control on slick roadway at 5:35 a.m. Jan. 26. The vehicle struck a Frontier utility pole, snapping it in half. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000. He was issued a summons for having no financial responsibility.

A vehicle driven by Jerald D. Love, 61, Marion, struck a deer on State Road 15, south of State Road 218 at 5:16 a.m. Jan. 24. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000.

A vehicle driven by Levi S. Wright, 31, Wabash, struck a guardrail on East Salamonie Dam Road, south of Salamonie Dam Road, at 2:24 p.m. Jan. 22. Damage was estimated at between $2,501 and $5,000.

A vehicle driven by Logan E. Fingerle, 18, Roann, ran off the road on State Road 114, west of Country Road 1200 N, after Fingerle braked and slid on ice at 7:44 a.m. Jan. 23.

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Damage was estimated at between $2,501 and $5,000.

Quintin J. Coe, 16, LaFontaine, swerved to avoid something in the middle of County Road 800 S, west of America Road. The vehicle went off the road, striking an REMC pole. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000.

A vehicle driven by Isaac A. Reemer, 17, Peru, slid off U.S. 24, west of Old U.S. 24, at 8:19 a.m. Jan. 22. Damage was estimated at between $2,501 and $5,000.

A vehicle driven by Kate A. Miller, 45, Kokomo, struck a deer on U.S. 24, east of County Road 600 E at 6:08 p.m. Jan. 17. Damage was estimated at between $2,501 and $5,000.

Vehicles driven by Jeromey M. Para, 41, Greenwood, and Loren L. Burch, 62, Warsaw, collided at the intersection of State Road 15 and State Road 114 at 10:50 a.m. Jan. 21. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000.

A vehicle driven by Benjamin R. Benson, 29, Huntington, struck a deer on Dora Road, east of County Road 300 E at 6:21 p.m. Jan. 19. Damage was estimated at between $10,001 and $25,000.

Arrests

Stephen Shawn Ford, 46, Wabash, was charged with unlawful possession of a syringe,

possession of methamphetamine, possession of paraphernalia and driving while suspended (suspended prior), on Jan. 22.

Jessie Lee Easterday, 39, Wabash, was charged with criminal trespass and disorderly conduct on Jan. 23.

Felicia Ann McCord, 33, Huntington,was charged with driving while suspended on Jan. 23.

Timothy Lee Boger, 35, Wabash, was charged with possession of methamphetamine on Jan. 23.

Haley Danielle Altman, 28, Peru, was charged with theft – greater than $750 but less than $50,000 on Jan. 23.

Hope Marie Taylor, 50, Wabash, was charged with violation of pretrial release – possession of methamphetamine, possession of paraphernalia and possession of methamphetamine on on Jan. 23.

Clinton Chad Hartman, 48,

Wabash, was charged with possession of a narcotic drug and unlawful possession of a syringe on Jan. 24.

Evan Michael Schlemmer, 27, Wabash, was charged with possession of a narcotic drug, possession of methamphetamine, unlawful possession of a syringe, maintaining a common nuisance, two counts of possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernaliea on Jan. 24.

Erin B. Frantz, 39, Wabash, was charged with possession of methamphetamine less than five grams and unlawful possession of a syringe on Jan. 24.

Scott Michael Dingess, 37, North Manchester, was charged with invasion of privacy on Jan. 24.

Brady Edmon King, 38, Wabash, was charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia on Jan. 25.

Northfield’s Camryn Kuhn works to get around Southwood defender MaKenna Younce in the Southern Wells Sectional semifinal.

Southwood

Lady Apaches, Lady Squires fall in first rounds

Cont. from Pg. 1

Haupert led Southwood with 19 points, six assists, and five rebounds, followed by Alaina Winer with 10 points, six steals, and three assists, Aleia Sweet with nine points, seven steals, and two rebounds, and Meredith Norman with eight points, two assists, and two rebounds.

Younce added six points and three steals, followed by Barney with five points and eight rebounds, Emmerson Chellis with five points and seven rebounds, Gracie Lambert with five points and three rebounds, Rylee Thomas with three points, and Aubree Huffman with two points.

Second round

Southwood 59, Northfield 39

The Lady Knights made sure the outcome of their semifinal game against county rival Northfield would not be in question.

Southwood outscored Northfield, 22-6, in the first quarter and never let the Cont. on Pg. 12.

The Wabash girls basketball team fought back from two double-digit deficits and took a lead of their own against No. 10 Pioneer in the opening round of the Lewis-Cass Sectional Tuesday, Jan. 31, but had their hearts broken on a buzzer-beating shot by Pioneer that gave the Lady Panthers a 58-57 win.

Pioneer looked to be on their way to a convincing win, leading 24-8 after one quarter but the Lady Apaches stormed back to tie the game, 30-30, at halftime.

Pioneer raced out to another 10-point lead before Wabash fought back again to cut it to 42-30 at the end of the third quarter.

With the teams trading the lead multiple times in the fourth quarter, Wabash led, 57-56

in the final seconds.

A foul put the Lady Panthers on the free throw line in the final seconds. The shot was off the mark and a scramble for the ball led to a jump ball with alternating possession going to Pioneer.

The Lady Panthers scored on the ensuing inbound play at the buzzer to pull out the win.

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led Wabash with 26 points while Rylee Yoakum added 18 points with 11 rebounds. Libby Mattern dished out four assists and Jade Stumbo blocked five shots on the night.

Wabash ends the season with a 15-8 record.

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Sectional Bluffton 49, Manchester 35 Manchester traveled to Bluffton to face the host Lady

Tigers Tuesday night, Jan. 31, and couldn’t overcome a slow start, falling 49-35 to finish the season with a 6-17 record.

Bluffton jumped out to a quick 10point lead and took a 17-9 advantage into the second quarter.

The Lady Tigers extended the lead to 25-14 at halftime and never let Manchester threaten the Bluffton lead after that.

Freshman Peyton Ream led the Lady

Squires with 11 points, seven rebounds, five steals, and two assists, while Brookelynn Buzzard finished with nine points and one assist, and Gracie Lauer had five points and nine rebounds on the night.

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6 county wrestlers advance to semistate

While Wabash County didn’t claim a regional champion this season, Manchester placed four wrestlers and two Wabash wrestlers earned two spots at semi-state after their performances at the IHSAA Peru Regional Saturday, Feb. 4.

Manchester’s Rex Moore (106 pounds), Jordan Owens (120), Zach France (170), and Preston Duffy (195), along with Wabash’s Carter Booth (132) and Elias Cressell (220), will all compete for spots at the State Finals this weekend.

Manchester

Moore (21-4 record) was the first to advance to regional with a second-place finish.

He started the day with a pin against Oak Hill’s Mauricio Perez in 2:45.

Moore advanced to the championship match with a win by fall over Benton Kanable from Western in 3:28.

In the championship match, Rochester’s Layne Horn stayed undefeated on the season at 36-0 with a win my major decision, 12-0.

Jordan Owens (20-5) won his opening match of the regional with a pin of Colin Tarlton of

Oak Hill in 5:22 before losing to 26-1 Tanner Tishner from Western in 55 seconds.

Owens beat Brayden Gibson of Peru by fall in 1:35 to place third.

Zach France (296) defeated Cole Stitt from MadisonGrant by pin in 1:47. He lost his semifinal match by fall to Jaquan East from Kokomo then fell to Rochester’s Colin Wieand in sudden victory-1, 5-

3. Preston Duffy (2610) won his first match, 6-1, over Marion’s Kalique Malone to earn a spot at semi-state.

He lost to Kokomo’s Chad

Sectional champions

Lady Norse into the game in a 59-39 Lady Knight victory Friday night, Feb. 3.

Aleia Sweet led Southwood with 26 points, five rebounds, three assists, and three steals, followed by Ella Haupert with

10 points, four assists, and three rebounds, Alaina Winer with eight points, five rebounds, five steals, and three assists, Makenna Younce with five points and two steals, Chellis with four points and

three rebounds, and Carrie Collins, Norman, and Lambert each scored three points.

Elli Baker led Northfield with 13 points while Hannah Holmes finished with 10 points and 16 rebounds.

Washburn, 11-8, in the semifinal and fall to Western’s MJ Norman in sudden victory-1, 3-1.

Jose Cortes (1710) lost his match to Jansen State from Northwestern, 2810, by major decision, 12-3, at 145 pounds.

In the 152-pound weight class, Isaiah Burlingame lost to Oak Hill’s Austin Lawrence, 8-2, to finish the year at 29-7.

Jordan Ayres (287) lost his final match of his high school career, 6-4, to Oak Hill’s Will Warnock.

Wabash Cressell (24-8) pinned Oak Hill’s

Silas Jones in 5:51 then won by fall over Marion’s Beck Vermillion, in 4:27. He followed that up with a win over Beck Vermillion by fall in 4:27.

In the championship match, Brady Beck got the best of Cressell with a pin in 1:32. Booth (25-5) but lost to Western’s Tye Linser by fall in 1:20.

Jace Bullins lost his quarterfinal match in the 113pound weight class to Tripp Haisley from MadisonGrant, 31-6.

Northfield

Tayten Barlow (19-18) lost by major decision to Nathan Knopp from MadisonGrant, 16-8, at 132 pounds.

Lane Denton (1711) lost to

Camryn Kuhn added six points followed by Callie Hoffman and Kirsten Rife each with five points.

The Lady Knights (19-5) travel to WesDel to face Class 1A No. 2 Tri (24-1) in the Regional 28 Championship at 4

Western’s Mitchell Betz by pin in 1:56 at 152 pounds.

Malachi Higgins (15-15) fell to Kokomo’s Chad Washburn in 22 seconds at 195 pounds.

The New Haven Semi-State begins at 8:30 a.m. this Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne.

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p.m. in a one-game regional.

Southwood’s regional game follows the Regional 27 Championship

between TriCentral and Rossville at WesDel that takes place at 1 p.m.

Manchester's Rex Moore placed second at the Peru Regional to advance to semi-state this weekend. Photo by Eric Christiansen

Maggie marks 50 years with Vernon Health

Here is a lady I wish to tell you a little something about, her name is Maggie Chaplin. She works at Vernon Health and Rehabilitation in Wabash.

She has been employed from 1973 to present, and she’s not ready to retire yet. Maggie stated that when she started working, she worked in and out of all departments, Kitchen, Laundry, Certified Nursing Assistant and settled into House Keeping. I don’t believe she ever held a nursing position. Maggie is also a Union Delegate. She says she has witnessed a bunch of changes over the years in office personal, nursing staff as well as working staff. She has had a lot of ups and downs over the years. The day is January 30, 2023 and without Maggie being any wiser, the Vernon Staff held a small celebration in honor of her 50th year with Vernon. Everyone that could make it was invited to attend and honor Maggie. There were plenty

of pizzas and all kinds of soft drinks. They had a punch bowl and a large cake with congratulations Maggie on it. I work at Vernon part time and this is how I knew of the party. So congratulations on your 50th work anniversary Maggie. I overheard one of the Vernon Staff say, keep-up the good work Maggie.

Condolences to Jerry Long’s family and friends from the Urbana Community and the Urbana Lion Club. Jerry was an Urbana Lion from 2010-2023. He will be missed by all. Helena Agro. Co. had its first pancake and sausage public appreciation breakfast. This event was at the Urbana Lion/Community building on Feb. 1, 2023. The event was conducted by Kevin Strater, Austin Eltzroth and Jurgin Cripe. Breakfast started around 8 a.m. Kevin stated that there will be several people come through and he hopes to serve 100 plus. It was a nice day but, yet

cold. That didn’t seem to turn the patrons away.

Helena will be planning on holding this event again in 2024.

Blood Drive: Urbana Yoke Parish Church will have a blood drive Feb. 15, 2023. The Outreach Committee plans and directs this much needed activ-

ity. This activity will be held at the Urbana Lions/Community building from 1:30 –6 p.m. American Red Cross asks people to help with this cause. If you can donate, please do so. You can go on line to the American Red Cross site and Google blood drive for locations and to

donate. You can also call 800-7332767 or visit redcrossblood.org and enter: urbanalion to make your appointment for Urbana location.

Attention Veterans: if you need to get to a medical facility for your appointment and you need a way, call 765-251-5908

D.A.V.

Transportation to schedule MondayFriday 8AM –Noon. This is free transportation for all veterans to VA

Medical Facilities.

Prayer concerns: Joe Adams, Marilyn Karns, Julie Miller, John Eltzroth, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Duane Wagner, Kim and Brian Frank, Nancy Christie, Ruth Summers, Paxton Wright, Jim and Pat Hartley, Coy Eads and his parents and sisters, Joni Fox.

The Breakfast Bunch met at the Fried Egg on Feb. 1.

They meet every Wednesday and have breakfast together and talk about what is happening in and around the counrty. Those attending were Larry and Nancy Meyer, Tom and Joyce Willcox and Amy Niccum. This bunch wants to invite you to join them and enjoy the food and company. Come on down some Wednesday morning about 7:30 a.m. and meet the group.

Jonathan Rudy (from left), Building Maintenance and House Keeping manager; Maggie Chaplin and Alexis Arnold, Head Administrator of Vernon Health and Rehabilitation present the plaque commemorating Maggie’s 50 years of service with the facility.

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Sweet treats for your Valentine

French macarons are a great sweet for amateur bakers to add to their Valentine’s Day repertoire. Making macarons often is a labor of love, so offering a sweetheart a plate of these chewy, meringue-based cookies really shows you care. Vary the filling of choice depending on your beloved’s favorite flavors.

French Macarons

Make 20 macarons

100 grams powdered sugar

100 grams superfine almond flour

100 grams egg whites

100 grams granulated sugar

Food coloring, if desired

Vanilla buttercream filling

4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature

1 1⁄2 cups powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Up to 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Food coloring, if desired

1. Measure out all ingredients.

2. Sift together the powdered sugar and almond flour. Set aside.

3. Add 1 cup of water to your sauce pan or to the liner of your Instant Pot.

4. Heat the water over medium heat until steaming.

5. While the water is heating, add the egg and 3 tablespoons of the measured out sugar to the bowl you’ll be using for the double boiler.

6. Once the water is steaming, place the bowl over the steaming water and whisk until the egg whites are foamy and white. When they are foamy and white, remove the bowl from the pan or Instant Pot and set on a hot pad on the counter. Turn off the burner or Instant Pot.

7. Add the remaining sugar to the egg whites and mix using an electric hand mixture until the egg whites are white, glossy and can form stiff peaks.

8. Add the food coloring now if you’d like to color your macarons. Mix until combined.

9. Add the powdered sugar and almond flour to the bowl and mix with your mixer for 8 seconds. After the 8 seconds is up, use a silicone spatula to stir and smear the batter from the outside of the bowl towards the center. Turn the bowl as you do this to make sure all of the batter gets stirred equally.

10. Do this until your batter thins

Jewelry is a great gift for your loved one

Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to bring a little sunshine into a special someone’s life. Nestled between the end of the holiday rush and the beginning of spring renewal, Valentine’s Day occurs at a time of year when days are short, weather is chilly and people might be looking for an excuse to celebrate.

can be given on a special birthday or anniversary in commemoration of children being born and other special moments.

and is able to drizzle a ribbon of batter for a few seconds without it breaking.

11. Transfer the batter to a piping bag equipped with a round piping tip.

12. Pipe equal circles onto a silicone or parchment-lined cookie sheet. Make sure that your piping bag is straight up and down. Apply equal pressure and release pulling straight back up. Repeat with the remaining batter.

13. Bang the pan gently but firmly onto the counter a few times to remove any air bubbles.

14. Preheat oven to 300 F.

15. Allow the macarons to dry out as the oven preheats, for about 20 to 30 minutes. Your macarons should be dry to the touch before going into the oven.

16. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes at 300 F. The macarons should not turn brown.

17. Allow the macarons to cool completely on the pan.

18. When the macarons are completely cool, make your filling.

19. Make your filling by combining all ingredients using either a stand mixer or your electric hand mixer. Slowly add in the heavy cream (you can substitute milk if you’d like) because you want a thick buttercream so it doesn’t squirt out while eating the macaron.

20. Once the buttercream is mixed together and your desired consistency, gently pipe some frosting onto the bottom side of one cookie and then sandwich the frosting with the bottom side of a second cookie to create your macaron.

21. Repeat with remaining cookies.

Gifts that accompany romantic sentiments expressed on Valentine’s Day can make the holiday that much more memorable. The National Retail Federation says that around 20 percent of Valentine’s celebrants are expected to buy jewelry as gifts. CNN reports that Americans spent $4.7 billion on jewelry in 2018 for Valentine’s Day.

Jewelry is a personal gift and one that should be presented with care. These tips can help Valentine’s Day celebrants as they give that special someone jewelry.

• Opt for jewelry only if you’re in an established relationship. Roma Designer Jewelry says jewelry can “speak” commitment without saying a word. Those who are living together, have been dating for some time or married couples are good candidates for exchanging jewelry, which can reinforce couples’ commitment to one another.

• Mark milestones. Use jewelry to celebrate not only Valentine’s Day, but also milestone events. Jewelry

• Take note of style. Scour social media posts or peek inside an existing jewelry box to use as a visual guide for clues regarding the style of jewelry your partner prefers. This makes shopping easier and increases the chances the item will be a hit.

• Pay attention to allergies. Metal allergies are a consideration when purchasing jewelry. Earrings tend to be the biggest culprits for allergic reactions because posts are inserted into the earlobe. If you’re unsure if your partner has a metal allergy, stick to sterling silver and 14k gold. Always opt for nickel-free materials.

• Plan in advance. Many jewelry stores run sales throughout the summer and the fall, so shoppers can get jewelry at a discount at these times. Zales recommends staying informed of special deals through a favorite jewelry retailer by signing up for emails. Engraving time may be longer around Valentine’s Day, so plan accordingly.

• Stick with simple classics. Those who are unsure what to buy can opt for simple, classic items. Stay away from anything with a lot of color or beading. Small, delicate items tend to have universal appeal.

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Northfield singers receive ISMMA honors

Congratulations to Northfield Jr. High and High School ISMMA soloists, Ensemble Singers, and A Cappella singers Anna Hodson, Zarla Dunn, Aaliysha Mackey, Kendall Mercer, Kammie Parker, Burton Black, Lilly Barton, Drake King, Addie France, Tori Graft, Annie French, and Wyatt Barton who earned gold and silver ratings at the district contest!

Congrats to Northfield 8th Grade ISMMA soloists Trinity Sutterby, Landon Mast, Amarah Frieden and Emma Wilson who received gold and silver ratings at the district contest!

Happy Valentine’s Day! How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! 1

John 3:1

The Lagro Community Church welcomes you to church.

Sunday School is every Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. and worship service is at 10 a.m. Dan Snyder is the speaker for Feb. 12.

Dora Christian Church, 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, welcomes you to worship service Sunday at 8:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. Minister

son, singing, game time in the gym, and supper.

Mark Wisniewski’s sermon for Feb. 12 will be “Great Expectations (for Valentine’s Day,” based on 2 Kings 5:1-12. Also on Sunday is the Pizza/Bowling Party at Wabash Cannonball Lanes from 5 PM to 6:30 PM.

Lagro United Methodist Church invites you to its Sunday morning services at 9 a.m., and Sunday school for all ages at 10 a.m. Youth group activities for students in the 4th through 12th grades are also offered. Those activities and times vary each month depending on the service project. For more information on youth programs, parents can email the church at LagroUMC@gmail. com.

Kids’ Klub at Lagro United Methodist Church meets on Wednesdays (on days MSDWC is in session from Sept. through the end of March) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Activities include: Bible les-

Wabash LIFE Center is excited to host the first annual Community Resource Fair on Thursday, Feb. 16, from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. in LIFE Center’s lower level at 489 Bond Street, Wabash. The public is invited to come to this free event and learn more about different organizations within Wabash County, such as: FISH, Light House Mission, Blessings in a Backpack, Mentoring & More for Young Mom’s Group, Aspin Services, Dr. Lisa Strieter’s office, 85 Hope, WIC, Advantage Housing, Wabash County Health Department, The Access, Tobacco Free of Wabash County, Head Start, and First Five Alliance. For questions please contact the LIFE Center at 260-563-7275.

A Grief Suppor t group meets at the Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St, Wabash, every Monday at 3:30 p.m. You are welcome to join them. If you have questions, contact Donna Wendt, 260-782-2160.

Upcoming

events for Northfield Junior/Senior High School:

Feb. 8 – BBB; GBB; Club VB; Club Wrestling.

Feb. 9 – BBB; GBB; Club VB; Basketball (7/8 Girls) – Rochester.

Feb. 10 –Intramural Basketball Charity Game; GBB; Basketball (Frosh/JV/V Boys) Bluffton.

Feb. 11 – Robotics Competition for Elementary in Main Gym; SemiFormal Dance in Rubber Gym (High School only).

Feb. 13 – BB; Club VB 3/4/5; Club VB 6/7/8.

Feb. 14 – 7/8 GBB; 5th GBB –Manchester; Club VB 7/8; 6th GBB –Manchester; Basketball (JV/V Boys) –Maconaquah HS.

Feb. 15 – BBB; Basketball (7/8

Girls) – Whitko. There are people in our community who are in need of our prayers at this time. Their names remain on our lips and their concerns linger in our hearts. Let us not forget to personally be a presence in their lives, to offer hope and help. Their names need not be men-

tioned; God knows them by name. Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Don Campbell and Steven Enyeart.

Lagro Happy Bir thday: Feb. 8 –Liz Schmid; Feb. 9 –Thelma Sanchez; Feb. 12 – Bill Miller.

Happy Anniversary: Feb. 13 – Scott and Julie

Hendry, and Larry and Judy Quinn. Do you have a birthday or anniversary to celebrate? Do you have a special event to share? If so, just send me an email at the address listed above, or text me at 260-571-2577; the deadline is Thursdays by 7 p.m. I’d love to share your news..

Northfield’s ISMMA soloists, Ensemble Singers, and A Cappella singers show off their awards.

Northfield 8th Grade ISMMA soloists show off their awards.

LaFontaine Lions to again sponsor scholarship

LaFontaine Lions will again this year give a scholarship to a senior who lives in LaFontaine or Liberty Township. We have change name to our late Lion member who had been very active in this project. So now, it is call Duane Davis Scholarship. If you are senior this year, be sure a watch for news about how to apply.

LAFONTAINE

LIONS will be hosting a breakfast on Sat. Feb. 11 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the LaFontaine Community Building. Menu is sausage gravy, biscuit, sausage, scramble eggs, pancakes, juice, milk, and coffee. Free Will Donation. Proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the LaFontaine Community Building. They will collecting non pursuable items for the LaFontaine United Methodist Church Food Panty. You may bring any old glasses, hearing aids, cell phones, and old keys. The keys are sold and the money goes to cancer research.

NOTICE FOR LAFONTAINE RESIDENTS

Christine Flohr, Executive Director of visit Wabash County, will be hosting a community round table for the Town of LaFontaine. This will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 4:15 p.m. in the LaFontaine Community Building. Anyone and everyone are welcome to come to this. She wants to learn about what tourism/visitors mean for your area. The meeting shouldn’t last more than an hour.

LAFONTAINE LEARNING COMMUNITY NEWS:

Registration is now

open for LaFontaine Learning Community Preschool for the 2023-2024 school year! Spaces are filling up, so register early to secure your child’s spot.

LaFontaine Learning community’s program is unique in that it is housed within our daycare program, providing extended hours and a convenient location that allows older and younger siblings to be cared for in the same building. Our Lead Teachers are also credentialed, or working to obtain their credentials by continuing their education. Register for preschool here.

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TROYER MEMORIAL LIBRARY Our new Museum & Genealogy section is coming along! We are open to donations which will help with the furnishings and displays and are all taxdeductible. Make checks out to: The Community Foundation of Wabash (“LaFontaine/Liber ty Twp History Club” in memo line) -OR- Troyer Memorial Library (“Museum/Genealo gy Room” in memo line). Thanks to John Sutton and the LaFontaine/ Liberty Twp History Club for making this possible! We have a PomPom snowflake for January’s passive craft. In February,

we will have DIY Valentine’s available to make! Don’t forget to pay your yearly dues!

DO YOU LIKE TO PLAY EUCHRE? You may come and play at no cost to play at the LaFontaine Senior Center across from McDonalds Funeral Home parking lot on every Thursday at 1:30 p.m. You do not have to be a senior citizen to play.

LAFONTAINE/ LIBERTY FIRE DEPARTMENT are selling Reflective Address Signs that go on your mailbox. These signs help Firefighters, First Responders, Police, Postal Couriers, Friends and Family and more. The response time of emergency service is important since it is considered as the main aspect for the success of the prehospital care and therefore, for the survival of the victims. If we cannot find you, we can’t help you.

Reflective Address Signs can save lives. These signs highly visible day or night. Reflective on both sides. Fade and rust resistant and last for years. If you do not have one you should be sure a get one. Cost is $20 each. Contact LaFontaine Liberty Vol. Fire Dept. 12 S Wabash Av. P.O. Box 334 LaFontaine, IN 46940 or call 765981-4000.

THESE WORDS ARE SO TRUE “If I get dementia, I’d like my family to hang this wish list up on the wall where I live. I want them to remember these things. If I get dementia, I want my friends and family to embrace my reality.

If I think my spouse is still alive, or if I think we’re

visiting my parents for dinner, let me believe those things. I’ll be much happier for it. If I get dementia, don’t argue with me about what is true for me versus what is true for you. If I get dementia, and I am not sure who you are, do not take it personally. My timeline is confusing to me. If I get dementia, and can no longer use utensils, do not start feeding me. Instead, switch me to a finger-food diet, and see if I can still feed myself.

If I get dementia, and I am sad or anxious, hold my hand and listen. Do not tell me that my feelings are unfounded. If I get dementia, I don’t want to be treated like a child. Talk to me like the adult that I am. If I get dementia, I still want to enjoy the things that I’ve always enjoyed. Help me find a way to exercise, read, and visit with friends. If I get dementia, ask me to tell you a story from my past. If I get dementia, and I become agitated, take the time to figure out what is bothering me.

If I get dementia, treat me the way that you would want to be treated.

If I get dementia, make sure that there are plenty of snacks for me in the house. Even now if I don’t eat I get angry, and if I have dementia, I may have trouble explaining what I need. If I get dementia, don’t talk about me as if I’m not in the room. If I get dementia, don’t feel guilty if you cannot care for me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s not your fault, and you’ve done your best. Find someone

who can help you, or choose a great new place for me to live. If I get dementia, and I live in a dementia care community, please visit me often. If I get dementia, don’t act frustrated If I mix up names, events, or places. Take a deep breath. It’s not my fault. If I get dementia, make sure I always have my favorite music playing within earshot. If I get dementia, and I like to pick up items and carry them around, help me return those items to their original places. If I get dementia, don’t exclude me from parties and family gatherings. If I get dementia, know that I still like receiving hugs or handshakes. If I get dementia, remember that I am still the person you know and love.” -

Rachel Wonderlin

IF YOU DID NOT ORDER a brick if is never too late. What better way to honor veteran with a

brick to recognized their service to this Great County. What you need for a brick or bricks to honor your family member or friend. Is you need $75 per brick, a name, rank, years of service and name of which branch of service they were in. Just call Jerry Wilson at 765-9814928. These bricks are placed at the lovely Veterans Memorial at the LaFontaine Community Building on 105 West Branson St. in LaFontaine. Come and see this wonderful tribute to our Veterans.

Remember the veteran does not have to reside in the LaFontaine area.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jessica Fakhoury Feb. 9, Ryan Weaver, Holly Gillespie Feb. 10, Caroyln BilliterRigney, Bob Royce Feb. 11 Lyndzy Silvers, Valene Alexander, Feb.14

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Jim and Sandra Weaver, Larry and Janet Dailey Feb.10, Jim and Martha Philbeck, Clarence and Diana McNeeley Feb. 14

SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday.

NM church hosts addiction support group

Mom Of An Addict Support Group every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The Mom of an Addict support group is open to all family members or friends with loved ones who are struggling. For more information visit www.themomofanaddict.org. The meetings are held at the Congregational Christian Church located at 310 N. Walnut St., North Manchester.

HELP FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE: The next session of GriefShare will begin on Wednesday, Mar 8, 2023 from 6-8 p.m. at the Congregational Christian Church. GriefShare, is a 13 week session of discussion, video seminars and individual work to guide those dealing with the loss of a loved one through a difficult time.

Participant will need to purchase a workbook at a cost of $20.

Scholarships are available for those who need. The church is located at 310 N. Walnut Street. Please contact the church at 260-982-2882 for more information or to register.

NM COMMUNITY PANTRY: Located at the Market Street ‘porch area’ of the N. M. Public Library, a small outdoor pantry is open 24/7 for those in need. The outdoor shed has been well-stocked by the community with items such as canned goods, pasta, diapers, toilet paper, hygiene products, and snack items. The Community Pantry is available for anyone to take anything they may need, no application needed.

THURSDAY’S CHILD: Do you have a newborn?

Thursday’s Child

has a lovely gift bag of useful items for you and your child! We recently changed our inventory to newborn through 4T (some 5T). Diapers, wipes, jackets and other necessities for little ones are also in stock.

All items are free, and there are no income requirements! Thursday’s Child is open from 1-4 p.m. on Thursday in the same building as the Thrift Shop (410 N. Market Street).

MANCHESTER MEALS-ONWHEELS provides meals prepared according to the dietary needs, as recommended by their physician. Each weekday between 11 a.m. and 12 noon a hot lunch and a cold evening meal are delivered by volunteer drivers to the client’s homes. Clients can choose how often to receive meals. To sign up for meals call the office at 260-982-6010 and talk with an office volunteer or leave a voice mail message.

MFOC THRIFT SHOP: MFOC Market Street, North Manchester. Thrift Shop hours are Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m to 4 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m to 1 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. Donations only during business hours. Use back door for all donations. We do not accept large appliances, furniture, televisions, or computers. Call 260-982-4592 if you have any questions.

Leave a message and someone will get back with you.

FOC FOOD PANTRY is open from 2-5 p.m. on Thursdays. The Food Pantry is located at 500 N. Front Street, N. Manchester.

NM COMMUNITY PANTRY: Located at the Market Street ‘porch area’ of the N. M. Public Library, the small outdoor pantry is open 24/7. The outdoor shed has been well-stocked by the community with items such as canned goods, pasta, diapers, toilet paper, hygiene

products, and snack items.

The Community Pantry is available for anyone to take anything they may need, no application needed.

DRIVE THRU FOC FELLOWSHIP MEAL hosted by the Fellowship of Churches is held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at the Zion Lutheran Church from 4:30-6 p.m. The church is located at 113 W. Main Street. Guests should drive up in front of the Zion Lutheran Church for pickup.

CHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@gmail

.com or you may call me at 260-9828800. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s

issue of The Paper is Wednesday at noon. Please submit timely news items.

NORTH MAN-

Festival board tentative sets fundraiser

The Roann Covered Bridge Festival Committee fundraiser is tentatively set for May 20 and will be Richvalley Tenderloins. It will start at 11 a.m. and go until they run out. More information will follow closer to that date.

DALE NORMAN’S family wants to thank everyone for remembering him on his 90th birthday. The cards everyone sent, they have been a great joy for Dale (and the family also, as they are enjoying them with him). Dale celebrated his birthday with his family on Jan. 21 with cake and lots of candles to blow out. Then he spent the week of his birthday opening and reading all the many, many, many cards he got. Again, thank you!

WABASH LIFE

Center is excited to host the first annual Community Resource Fair on Thursday, Feb. 16, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the LIFE Center’s lower level at 489 Bond Street, Wabash. The public is invited to come to this free event and learn more about different organizations within Wabash County such as: FISH, Lighthouse Mission, Blessings in a Backpack, Mentoring & More for Young Mom’s Group, Aspin Services, Dr. Lisa Strieter’s office, 85 Hope, WIC, Advantage Housing, Wabash County Health Department, The Access, Tobacco Free of Wabash County, Head Start, and First Five Alliance. For questions, please contact LIFE Center at 260-563-7275.

DON’T FORGET that the Roann

Lions Club will be having their “Special Friend Valentine Banquet” on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 5:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6 p.m. The evening will be filled with fun, along with door prizes to be given away and entertainment. If you are 55 or older, living in Roann or the surrounding area, they invite you to come. It will be held at the Community Building. Please call your reservations to Donna Harman at 765-8335663. Meals will be delivered to shutins.

RICK CARDER will be the guest speaker at The Roann United Methodist Church on Feb. 12, 2023. Noisy buckets for the children’s missions will be taken up. You are invited to worship in person or on Facebook at 9 a.m. The Church is located at the corner of Adams and Arnold Streets in Roann.

UPCOMING

EVENTS: Feb. 11 –Roann Lions Club Senior Banquet, Community Building, 5:30 p.m.; Feb. 13 – Roann

Town Board has cancelled their board meeting; Feb.

ROANN AND NORTHERN MIAMI

Ann Meyer 765-833-2614 meyerann@ centurylink.net

23 – Happy Homemakers, Information to follow.

PLEASE CONTINUE praying for: Jackie Slee, Phil Swihart, Russell Quillen, Jeff Krom, Coy Eads, Ken Musselman, Larry Smalley, Robin Stanton, Tiffany Howard, Rob Mace, John Stinston and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy. God bless you all.

CELEBRATING

ANNIVERSARIES: Feb. 13 –Mr. & Mrs. Ted Brower.

CELEBRATING

BIRTHDAYS: Feb. 8 – Jaeda Lynn; Feb. 9 – Jerry Maxwell and Sharon Newhouse; Feb. 10 – Rosie Krom and Lesley Vigar; Feb. 11 –Angie Cartwright; Feb. 12 – Mike Morris; Feb. 13 –Rod Birk and Levi Allen; Feb. 14 –Shane Vigar and Gregory Brault.

I CAN BE reached by email at meyerann@centurylink.net or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday, 10am1pm.

BABE has events planned

Ready for a funfilled February?

Babe of Wabash County has it covered! From its nocost playroom to engaging weekly activities, there is something to suit all the little ones of Wabash County and even the moms and dads, too!

Babe of Wabash County, located at 88 West Hill Street, is a relatively new non-profit organization that strives to connect pregnant women and families of children ages 0 to 5 with resources, services, and relationships.

These connections benefit not only the children but the entire family culture. Anyone with children 5 and under who receives certain services within Wabash County may earn coupons to redeem at Babe’s boutique. For example, a child 5 or under may earn a coupon for attending dance classes at Wabash Valley Dance Theater, while a parent may earn coupons for attending courses through the Learn

More Center.

Babe is back to regular hours of operation, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.

February 9 at 10:30 am: Wabash Carnegie Public Library Storytime

February 16 at 10:30 am: Mommy and Me Art Class

February 23 at 10:30 am: Spanish Storytime (RSVP required)

1:30 pm: Potty Training Tips with Lori Franzen

February 28 at 10:15 am: Meal Planning Club (RSVP required)

For the month of February, Babe is conducting a Coin Drop Fundraiser. So keep an eye out for giant Babe baby bottles in businesses around town and drop in some loose change to help Babe reach their matching grant amount of $3300. Baby bottles are in the following locations:

Crossroads Bank

Wabash Hardware

Joy Christian Bookstore

Mi Pueblo Mexican Restaurant

Pizza King Modoc’s Market

Penguin Point

Friermoods

Harry’s Old Kettle

Braves Bob Evans

Fried Egg

Culvers

Habanero Grill

Kitchen Plus

Grands Ice

Cream (North Manchester)

Nordmans Nook (North Manchester)

Kenapocomocah

Coffee Shop (North Manchester)

The Inn (North Manchester)

Main View (North Manchester)

El Mezquite

(North Manchester)

Time Out Inn (North Manchester

El Volcan (North Manchester)

Country Kitchen (North Manchester)

For those events requiring an RSVP, please contact Babe through Facebook or email babeofwabashinc@gmai l.com. To learn more about Babe and see a list of coupon vendors, visit www.babeofwabashcounty.org or pop in on a Tuesday or Thursday to take a tour.