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Seniors at all four Wabash County high schools have received their diplomas over the last two weeks. Southwood valedictorian Haley Lanning (top photo) is congratulated by MSD Superintendent Mike Keaffaber after receiving her diploma.

Manchester co-valedictorian Jade Michel (top left) and Northfield valedictorian Kyle Wynn deliver their commencement speeches. Wabash valedictorian Anne Cole (top right) receives a hug from guidance counselor Abby Denney prior to walking to her seat during commencement services. More on all four services can be found inside. Photos by Joseph

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Plans advance for one MSD high school

By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com

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The board of trustees for Metropolitan School District of Wabash County finished with its public hearing portion of a complex process aimed at the corporation’s eventual goal of building a new high school and combining the students from Northfield and Southwood Jr.-Sr. high schools.

The second of two public hearings was held May 31, with the board unanimously approving a trio of resolutions and agreeing to move forward with a process that could end with the proposed $115 million project being on the November ballot for county voters to decide.

“In 2019, this started with having a strategic plan session,” said MSDWC Superintendent Mike Keaffaber during the nearly two-hour public hearing.

“That was a work session and work sessions are open to the public and that was on April 17, 2019.”

When the discussion was completed, the board took three votes, approving resolutions for the project, the preliminary determination and for reimbursement, each by a unanimous 5-0 tally.

The project resolution included estimated costs of hard and soft construction, as well as costs of issuance, an establishment of total project costs and total tax impact. For the preliminary determination resolution, which is required when a school corporation is planning to finance more than a “certain threshold” on a construction project, the resolution includes total project cost, maximum annual payment and lease terms, as well as other financial terms, estimated principal amount and tax impact.

The reimbursement resolution relates to the financing of a construction project and permits the school corporation to reim-

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burse itself from bond proceeds for any cash it might spend on a project prior to the closing on the balance, required by federal tax law, Keaffaber said. This is done, he said, to preserve the school corporation’s ability to reimburse itself.

Later in the week, Keaffaber explained that misinformation about the project and its impact on local taxpayers required clarification. Keaffaber said the total price tag of $115 million also included renovations to the current high schools, that would serve students from grades K-8.

He added that the tax impact would be much less than what was reported. During the first meeting, consultant Jim Elizondo showed a slide that indicated that the Debt Service Tax Rate would rise significantly once the project was under way. However, Keaffaber said the Debt Service Tax Rate represented only a portion of the overall rate, and that MSD tax payers would not experience as big a tax hit as they currently believe.

The Paper of Wabash County plans future articles to clarify this impact.

What remains is a series of steps in the process of getting a referendum on the November ballot for voters.

During the hearing, the board heard from citizens, many who had questions and concerns about the project, which is expected to create a significant boost in the property tax rate in the district.

On Facebook as the hearing streamed live, Nicci Cornett said “I don’t understand all these numbers and specifics.

However, it seems to me that by consolidating, class sizes will only grow (and) students will get less one on one, and it’s hard enough to keep teachers now.

They don’t get paid near what they are worth.”

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MSD building project Cornett added that transportation costs would also be affected and “people are leaving Wabash County at a high rate now.

Like I said, I don’t understand all the particulars, I’m just glad my kids are both out of school. This just doesn’t make sense to me.”

Several speakers expressed concerns that many questions regarding the project have yet to be answered.

“Just know that between now and Nov. 8, a lot of these questions are going to have to be answered or I would expect a no vote,” said Board President Todd Dazey. “We have a lot more to do between now and Nov. 8, and that includes a lot more community public meetings like this so that we can try to bring more of

that information to maybe guide you to a better informed yes or a no.”

Dazey addressed one question that had been asked by multiple citizens, “why now?”

“We are at historically low interest rates,” he said.

“Building costs are only going to go up.

It is time that we step up and do something. This isn’t something that the board can just kick down the road again and let some other board figure out what to do to become more efficient with our building use. It’s time that we look for the next 60 years. This is the ‘why now?’”

The cost of building the new high school north of Wabash near Heartland Career Center concerns speaker Nancy Krom, who told the board that her

fixed income leaves her vulnerable.

“At 60 years it is time that we do something and I will admit that,” she said. “I think of what it’s going to do to my taxes. I’m a senior citizen.

My salary is not going to increase. I am stuck there.

And you know I get this reassessment paper in the mail.

My house is worth so much more than it was 50 years ago when I moved in.

But, that doesn’t put any change in my pocket. I just get to pay more taxes. I’m going to be paying for this for the rest of my life, if this goes through.”

Andrea Benbow told the board she has two children in the Southwood area, and said those constituents who live on the south side of Wabash would be hardest hit by hav-

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“This would be the high school

they’d be going to,” she said, referring to the projected opening date of August, 2027. “I have a lot of reser-

vations about a school this far out — my kids coming this far when there are, in Indiana now, a lot of options.

You don’t have to send your kids to school in this district any more. You want to retain stuCont. on Pg. 3

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City Council member Doug Adams passes away

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com A Wabash City Council member.

A Wabash Distinguished Citizen award recipient.

A driving force in the Wabash County Special Olympics program.

Someone always willing to lend a

hand, even if it is removing snow from downtown sidewalks.

Those all best describe Doug Adams. Mr. Adams passed away Wednesday, June 1.

He was 77.

“Doug will be missed,” Mayor Scott Long said.

“He was so involved with different committees through his serving

MSD project dents? For me, and I know for other people in the south part of the county, that’s a big question mark for a lot of us.”

Benbow told the board that she thinks it would make more sense to close the current elementary schools, expand the existing high schools and make both facilities accommodate kindergarten through 12th grade.

For Amy Stearley, a second grade teacher at Metro North Elementary School, action is required to battle falling enrollment numbers. She told the board that she and her daughter both graduated from MSD high schools and that in 1981 and 2011, their graduating classes contained similar numbers. She added that she has a nephew graduating from Northfield this year in a class half the size of hers.

“Northfield and Southwood aren’t the schools that they were when Mr. Keaffaber and I graduated from them,” she said.

“I was in a strong band program and I was in a strong choir program. We had a big drama department. Those were my things, and it breaks my heart that those programs are dying at our schools — not because we don’t have kids

interested, we don’t have enough kids to fill them.”

Stearley said that high school sports continue to grow with added opportunities and that those programs pull from the performing arts.

“Kids are having a hard time having an identity in high school, because they don’t have anything,” she continued. “Having an identity in high school is essential.

We are not all going to agree on what is the best course of action.

But, we can’t keep waiting around until we all agree and we can’t keep waiting around until we get our way. I know there are a lot of sides to this argument. I don’t know exactly what side I’m on, but I know I’m not on the side of doing nothing any more. Our fathers and grandfathers stepped up and said ‘we’re going to support this, because it’s the best thing to do.’ Now it’s our turn to step up and say ‘this is going to hurt a little bit and this is going to be scary, but it’s time for us to step up and make some hard decisions that will secure the educational future of our kids.’”

Following the vote, several steps remain before the referendum reaches the ballot in November. The

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on the council.

“He also will be

missed because of his involvement in Special Olympics.

He was the glue that held that organization together here.”

Mr. Adams was a Past State Deputy of the Indiana Knights of Columbus, Past Board President of Gibault Children’s Services, Past Member of Izaak Walton League,

Past County Coordinator for Wabash Special Olympics, Member of Wabash County F.I.S.H Board, Past member of Wabash Parks Board, Wabash City Schools board, Wabash Board of Zoning, Present Member of Wabash City Council.

He received the Wabash Distinguished

Citizen award from Grow Wabash County in 2020.

“I was sad to hear the news of Doug’s passing,” Council member Bryan Dillon said. “He was a great man, and will be missed in our community.

He was a true servant and I enjoyed his friendship, as we had many discussions about his family, Special

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Olympics and the City of Wabash.

“I will miss him greatly. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family during this difficult time.”

Council member Wade Weaver called Mr. Adams “the epitome of dedicated service to a community. As a City Councilman, Doug Cont. on Pg. 4

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WHS adds 88 names to list of alumni

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Wabash High School’s 2022 commencement ceremony was filled with emotion.

There was a sense of celebration. There was a sense of sadness.

In the end, 88 new alumni were added to the list of Wabash High School graduates on Friday, May 27, in Coolman Gym. The sense of celebration came from valedictorian Anne Cole, who gave thanks to the teachers, administrators, cafeteria and custodial staffs and, perhaps most importantly, the families who helped guide them through four years of high school.

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asked a lot of questions to make sure he always understood what he was voting on. He made sure his constituents were well represented.

“Doug also looked for ways to help organizations thrive here in Wabash.

“The time and effort he put into Special Olympics was so beneficial to the athletes and their families. He will be missed.

Mr. Adams is survived by three sons, Anthony (Melinda) Adams and Justin (Misty) Adams, both of Wabash, and Christopher (Angela) Adams, of Huntington. He also has eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Cherryl.

Funeral services were Monday, June 6, at McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel.

enced a lot of things throughout high school, played sports, volunteered, stayed up late studying, even learned to play the piano, and as I have learned to balance school and sports and hobbies, there is a Latin proverb that I used as motivation which translates to “I shall either find a way or make one,” Cole told her classmates.

“To me, this implies that (pause) failure isn’t an option.”

The class, she continued, is unique in several ways.

“For being so small, we hold claim to a diverse group of students all with different personalities, skills, dreams, and passions,” Cole said. “We are musicians, athletes,

skilled workers, intellectuals, and artists.

The class “made its way through once in a lifetime events that would affect the way we view the world; events that will be taught in history classes for generations to come,” she said. “We made our way through worldwide political turmoil and war. And somehow, we will find a way to work through the loss of a classmate and friend.”

She and her classmates “are about to start the greatest story of our lives, with absolutely no script. We have no idea what’s going to happen, where we will go, or who we will meet. It is going to feel like we are not in control.

We will be faced

Wabash High School seniors perform with the Wabash band before the start of the commencement ceremony on May 27. Photo

by Joseph Slacian with new obstacles but these obstacles could also carve new paths for us, provide opportunities for us to change the world in

our own unique ways.

“So, do not be afraid of the possibility of failure because it is likely going to happen.

Let this fear of failure inspire you to work even harder to reach your goals, find your dreams, and make your own way.”

The sense of somberness began with Salutatorian Brycen Niccum’s remarks.

Niccum reflected on the long road the seniors had in their educational career – 13 years, or 2,340 days, or 17,550, he noted.

“We’ve submitted out last assignments, finished our last finals and now we’re taking the last step of this journey,” he said.

“Where to next?

For some of us, it’s another long trek in education, for others, the ‘real world’ starts now.

“But that’s what makes this day so special, so exciting.

We’ve prepared ourselves the best we can for whatever may lay ahead.

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Northfield hosts 60th annual commencement

By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com Graduating Northfield Norsemen turned their tassels Sunday, June 5, at the school’s 60th commencement.

The school’s band opened the festivities with several musical selections, including current favorite, “The Mandalorian,” by Ludwig Goransson.

Following the senior slide show, honor student Ainsley Dale delivered the welcome address. The school’s a cappella choir sang “Alleluia” and “Give Us Hope.”

Northfield’s top graduate, Valedictorian Kyle Wynn attempted to make his commencement address stand out.

“I have attended many graduation ceremonies, watched many familiar faces take their final steps, and listened to their many, countless speeches,” he said. “Though I have heard so, so many, I can honestly say I remember very little about any of them — well except that unavoidable feeling — bored.

“Initially, I made it my goal to say something starkly profound, something that would grab an uncaring audience and overcome the pitfalls of past speeches. But that’s a little hard. I soon remembered

The Northfield High School a capella choir performs “Give Us Hope” during commencement ceremonies on Sunday afternoon.

Choir members include NHS seniors Jonathan Anderson, Mya Hunter and Kayden Cruz. Photo by Joseph Slacian you actually don’t care and you won’t, no matter how hard I try.”

Wynn told the crowd he was surprised at how he felt upon reaching the milestone of high school graduate.

“I didn’t know it would feel this way,” he said. “I didn’t know what I wanted. I didn’t know what I didn’t know. For some of you I’m sure I’m speaking gibberish.

You know exactly what you want right now — me to stop talking. But for others, I hope I’m not alone.

“So, if you are ever overwhelmed by your own lack of knowledge, take heart.” Wynn continued. “Not knowing is what makes life, life. Learning to adapt and fight-

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But as I think back, each of you has had some effect on me, big or small, an effect nonetheless.

You have shaped me. I didn’t know that, I didn’t feel it until recently, until our clock struck 12, but I’m thankful I can now. I’m thankful for all of you.”

Salutatorian Kayden Cruz drew comparisons between humans and members of the animal kingdom as she used those parallels to define goodness in people.

“Working and spending most of

my life alongside animals has taught me the differences and similarities between us and them,” she said.

“The qualities that an animal possesses directly relates to the qualities in a good person.”

She described animals as compassionate, selfless, genuine, loyal and empathetic.

“They love with all that they have,” she said. “Once that bond is created, they are kind and caring. When you need them, they are there for

you. They can sense when you need that extra bit of comfort, and they don’t hesitate to provide it.”

In calling for her fellow humans to be more empathetic, Cruz advised to look no further than one’s own pet.

“They understand your hurt and pain, and they also understand your excitement,” Cruz continued.

“When you are upset, they match their emotions with you. They will lay in bed with you all day, acting as though they also are having a bad day, week, month, whatever. When you’re having a good day, they join you in your excitement and happiness. Dogs run laps around the house, begging you to play tug of war with them. Cats bask in your affection, sometimes getting playful as well.

When you’re stressed, they sense

that, and try to calm you down.

When you’re angry, they either give you space or annoy you until you’re laughing at their stupidity.

“So, as you go home tonight, take a deeper look at your pet and think about their passion, their loyalty and their selflessness and apply it to yourself. If we

want to be good people, we need to be more like our animal companions.

Following the speeches by the school’s top two students, Principal Jay Snyder presented the graduating class, while Superintendent Mike Keaffaber accepted the graduates.

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Southwood seniors receive their diplomas

By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com Southwood Jr.-Sr. High School’s 60th commencement followed sister school, Northfield Jr/Sr High School with a 5 p.m. ceremony Sunday that included a prelude, “Pomp and Circumstance,” and an arrangement of “Braveheart,” all played by the Southwood High School Band.

Following the playing of the National Anthem, honor students Rylee Barney and Marissa Metzger delivered welcome addresses and honor student Joseph Bland made introductions.

Salutatorian Maddison Hunter thanked those who served to inspire and motivate her and fellow students.

“Many people have helped us all get here today, both parents and mentors,” Hunter said.

“Honestly, the biggest mentor and cheerleader in my life has been my mom. My mom always said that she would have my back no matter what, which is true — she has.”

Hunter warned her classmates to prepare themselves for untold challenges of life after high school.

Southwood graduates salute the American flag during the playing of the national anthem prior to the start of the 2022 commencement ceremony on Sunday. Photo by Joseph Slacian “While right now, everything is great, we are graduating,” she said.

“We’ve put in all the work, and we finally get to graduate. However, now we have the rest of our lives to live. In the future, there are going to be things that are going to suck. We are going to hate our job, we are going to be struggling in a college class, or arguing with our spouse.

Whatever it may be, it’s going to suck sometimes, but it’s not like we can just give up. We can’t give up because the more work you put in, the better the reward will be. The reward is why we do it, just like this is the reward for all the work we put in during the last four years.”

Hunter told her class that achieving goals would sometimes require put-

ting in hard work.

“Sometimes you’re going to have to get down and the dirt and wrestle in it in order to reach those big dreams, and it’s not going to be all sunshine and rainbows,” she warned. “If you embrace the fact that whatever it is you are doing sucks, it will be easier to get through it and reach that reward.

Our time here at Southwood is something that may have sucked sometimes, but it also gave us the tools to get through the rest of life, and gave us the connections to ask for help when we need it, whether that be with a college class or just everyday life things. So, congratulations Class of 2022, it took a lot of Dreaming Big, Working Hard and Embracing the Suck in order to get

here and we all did it.”

She ended her address by doing something special for her father – yelling “Roll Tide” in honor of the University of Alabama football team.

Valedictorian Haley Lanning also paid homage to all those in her life who kept her on task.

“Thank you to our parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, sisters and

brothers — whoever got us all up out of bed in the morning and drug us to school all these years, whether we wanted to go or not,” Lanning said.

“Thank you for pushing us to go to school and get to this point where we are now. Thank you to the principals, teachers, and substitute teachers (who) shaped us into who we are, and thank you for putting up with us.”

Lanning said her class was known each year as more boisterous than previous crops of students.

“Every single year, we got told that we were the loudest class yet, and that we would never be able to talk this much in the next grade,” she continued.

“But year after year, we still talked just as much, if not more.

“I will always

remember this for some reason,” Lanning said. “In seventh grade science with Mrs. Pfifer, we were doing a project and she was trying to make a new seating chart. What she said will always stick out to me because this became what defined our class for me. She said ‘I can’t sit you guys anywhere, because no matter who I put by who, you always talk, it’s like you’re one big family.’ I

believe this is true, we’ve become like one big family over our 13 years of being together.

We’ve been through some of the best times of each other’s lives, and some of the worst times in each other’s lives. We’ve experienced all the highs and all the lows of growing up with each other. We have had many new kids come and lots of people leave. But through it all, we have stuck it out Cont. on Pg. 7

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114 Manchester seniors complete high school years

By Eric Christiansen news@thepaperofwabsh.com The Manchester Junior-Senior class celebrated the completion of its academic careers at Manchester Community Schools during the commencement ceremony Friday, May 27.

MJSHS said goodbye to 114 seniors as well as 14 exchange students as honorary graduates during the ceremony.

Student council president Jade Michel welcomed those in attendance and watching on YouTube and spoke to the those in attendance.

“Esteemed

friends, family, faculty, and guests, thank you for celebrating this momentous occasion with the Class of 2022,” Michel began. “In a few short minutes, we will turn the page to a new chapter of our lives, and we appreciate being able to share that with you all.”

Michel focused on the past 13 years that have been filled with books and compared it to other parts of life.

“Just like a book, sometimes we don't know what will happen next, like cliffhangers, or abruptly finished chapters of that leave us in suspense,” she said.

“Just like a book, we are constantly

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Manchester High School seniors share the final moments of their high school career with one another during commencement ceremonies. Photo by Eric Christiansen introduced to new characters, settings, and details.

Just like a book, sometimes we can lose ourselves in the pages “Our stories will each be one-of-akind … Even though this chapter has come to a close, your story will continue to go on,” Michel continued.

“As you go into the world, powerful and bold, remem-

ber that you are always in charge o the narrative – pick up the pen and right your own story.”

Two of her fellow co-valedictorians, Alyssa Marvel and Frank Roth (Senior Council), also

addressed the crowd.

“I know each and every one of you have worked extremely hard to be sitting in the seat you are today,” Marvel said to her Cont. on Pg. 12.

and made it through it all together.”

Lanning advised her classmates to stay in touch with their roots, regardless of their future plans.

“I know a lot of you want to go out and leave Wabash and high school far behind, and I don’t blame you,” she said. “But please remember what you came from, and what you’ve been through.

“Never forget all the memories and good times we’ve

had over the years — and always be grateful for the relationships you’ve gained from going to Southwood.”

Southwood Principal Andrew McDaniel presented the class and Superintendent Mike Keaffaber accepted the graduates, before a candle lighting ceremony was held, closing remarks were made by honor student Kloe Teulker and the band played the recessional.

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Kim Poole, 59

Douglas Adams, 77

Avid outdoorsman

2020 Distinguished Citizen

Aug. 14, 1962 – May 29, 2022

June 21, 1944 – June 1, 2022

Kim D. Poole, 59, of Silver Lake passed away at 11:40 p.m. on, Sunday, May 29, 2022, at his lake home in Leesburg.

He was born to Gary L. and Janet S. (Driscoll) Poole on August 14, 1962, in Muncie, Indiana.

Kim was a 1981 graduate of Wabash High School.

Kim followed in his father’s footsteps and started working full-time at Poole Foods Inc. in 1981.

Kim married his companion of 20 years, Terri Wilcox on July 14, 2018. She survives.

He was an avid outdoorsman; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being at the lake. He enjoyed spending time with grandchildren and teaching them how to fish. He was a Raiders fan and a fan of the Indianapolis 500. Kim was a member of Saint Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash. He was also a member of the Wabash Moose Lodge 1195, Wabash Elks Lodge 471, and American Legion Post 15 in Wabash.

Kim is survived by his wife, Terri of Silver Lake; his mother, Janet Poole of Wabash, Indiana; three brothers, Keith Poole of Wabash, Scott (Amy) Poole of Wabash, Brian Poole of Wabash; two stepdaughters, Tisha (Brad) Myers of Kokomo, Hayley (Ryan) Reichard of Wolcottville; two grandchildren, Jayden Evans, Olivia Steele; two nieces, Hannah Poole, Abigail Poole; two nephews, Dylan Poole, Taylor Poole.

He is proceeded in death by his father, Gary L. Poole.

Funeral services were Friday, June 3, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Brad Wright officiating. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery in Wabash, Indiana.

Visitation was Thursday, June 2, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials are to be directed to Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

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

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

Douglas E. Adams, 77, of Wabash passed away at 2:24 a.m. on, Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Wellbrooke of Wabash.

He was born to Wayne B. and Delores (Bates) Adams on June 21, 1944, in Wabash.

Doug was a 1962 graduate of Wabash High School. He married Cherryl Christman on July 31, 1965. She passed away June 17, 2012.

He was a member of Saint Bernard’s Catholic Church in Wabash and Knights of Columbus Wabash 2957. Doug was a Past State Deputy of the Indiana Knights of Columbus, Past Board President of Gibault Children’s Services, past member of Izaak Walton League, Past County Coordinator for Wabash Special Olympics, Member of Wabash County F.I.S.H Board, past member of Wabash Parks Board, Wabash City Schools board, Wabash Board of Zoning, present member of Wabash City Council. He was the grilled cheese maker at Access Youth Center in Wabash. He also took pride in helping the downtown merchants with maintenance. He was honored as Distinguished Citizen of the Year in 2020.

Doug is survived by his three sons, Anthony D. (Melinda) Adams of Wabash, Christopher W. (Angela) Adams of Huntington, Justin P. (Misty) Adams of Wabash, Indiana; eight grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. He is proceeded in death by his parents and his wife, Cherryl, two brothers, and one sister.

Mass of Christian Burial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 6, 2022, at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash, with Father Levi Nkwocha officiating. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery.

Calling hours will be Sunday, June 5, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with Recitation of the Rosary at 5:30 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992.

Preferred memorials are to be directed to Special Olympics Area 5 or F.I.S.H. McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Douglas Adams’ final arrangements.

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

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Julaine Craig, 91 Retired from K-Mart May 2, 1931 – June 2, 2022 Julaine Ellen “Julie” Craig, 91, of Wabash, formerly of Somerset, died at 8:33 p.m., Thursday, June 2, 2022, at Bickford Cottage in Wabash.

She was born on May 2, 1931, in Bourbon, to James O. and Henrietta G. (Wagner) Troxel.

Julie was a 1949 Bourbon High School graduate. She retired from K-Mart in Wabash, after 25 years. Julie was a lifelong member of Woodlawn United Methodist Church.

She lived most of her life in Wabash County.

She is survived by four children, Toni Barnes of Mulberry, Andrea Bright of Peru, Stacey (Lamoine) Silvers of Wabash, and Timothy Craig of Marietta, Ga.; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren, and her brother, Richard Troxel of Bremen.

She was preceded in death by her parents, grandson Jeremy Barnes, five brothers, James, Robert, Donald, Lamar, and Merlin Troxel, and two sisters, Helen Finger and Carolyn Ritchison.

Graveside services and burial were Monday, June 6, 2022, at Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion, with Pastor Ted Batson officiating. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

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

Stevie Butler, 77 Was a homemaker July 20, 1944 – May 30, 2022 Stevie K. Butler, 77, of Wabash, passed away at 10:07 a.m. on, Monday, May 30, 2022, at her home.

She was born to Steve and Ruth (Butt) Novotney on July 20, 1944, in Brazil.

Stevie married Larry D. Butler, January 1961. She was a homemaker. She loved her dog and the joy of her life, were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Stevie is survived by her husband, Larry Butler of Wabash; two daughters, Virginia “Jenny” Butler of Wabash, and Sonia (Michael) Holley of Roann; two grandchildren, Derek (Kelli) Holley of Roann, Paige (Alex) Holley of Evansville; three great-grandchildren, Arie Holley, Bryce Holley, and Levi Markle.

She is proceeded in death by her parents.

Private family graveside services will be held at Falls Cemetery in Wabash.

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, have been trusted with Stevie Butler’s final arrangements.

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

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Nathaniel Harmon, 21

Paul Jackson, 86

Enjoyed outdoors

Former teacher

June 14, 2000 – June 3, 2022

Nov. 25, 1935 – May 29, 2022

Nathaniel Drue “Nate” Harmon, 21, North Manchester, passed away June 3, 2022.

Born in Fort Wayne, on June 14, 2000, Nate was the youngest child of Lonnie and Heather (Certain) Harmon Jr. After graduating from William Amos Hough High School in Cornelius, N.C., in 2019, Nate moved back to North Manchester. A patient, selfless, thoughtful and gentle soul, Nate possessed a keenness for the outdoors, which he learned from his grandmother, Sarah Rettig. During his time in North Carolina, he loved going down to the pier and beach to catch blue crabs. Nate was adventurous and loved riding jet skis and 4-wheelers, mountain climbing, and hiking. He was a licensed scuba diver and loved seeing what most will never see in their life underwater. Nate had a huge heart and loved all wildlife, especially snakes and lizards, and he even had a pet tarantula and iguana that he brought home from Florida.

Nate was quiet and preferred to stay out of the spotlight. He was truly gifted at gaming, ranking highly in the world in Minecraft, Rainbow 6 Siege, and Fortnite.

A Major League Baseball player even took Fortnite lessons from Nate. He was also especially talented at art, always striving to be as good as his big sister, who he admired. While living in North Carolina, Nate became a gifted cook as well, always helping his dad cook, often getting creative with the recipes.

Nate loved his family more than anything and was a homebody who preferred being around those closest in his inner circle. From helping his grandparents, Lonnie and Rachel Harmon Sr., to skeet shooting with his dad and stepdad, he was at peace wherever he was as long as his family was nearby. During his time of living with his mom, he loved their time playing boardgames and hanging out together. Some of his favorite times were boating and fishing with his mom.

The loving memory of Nathaniel Drue “Nate” Harmon will be forever cherished by his father, Lonnie Harmon Jr., North Manchester; mother and stepfather, Heather and Chris Rager, Fort Wayne; sister, Laycee (Eddie) Mendez, Port Saint Lucie, Florida; niece, Layla Mendez; nephew, Lincoln Mendez; grandparents, Lonnie and Rachel Harmon Sr., North Manchester; Carol Certain, Fort Wayne; and aunts, Sonja (Evan) Grotemat, Fort Wayne and Shelly (James) Cassell, Albuquerque, N.M. Nate was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sarah Rettig and Ronald Certain; aunt, Bennetta Lynn Harmon; and one of his favorite dogs, Champ.

The family is having a private memorial service. A celebration of Nate’s life will be held at a later date.

For those who wish to honor Nate’s memory, memorial contributions may be made to Daniel’s Place, 113 West Main Street, North Manchester, Indiana 46962 or Koinonia Environmental and Retreat Center, 6170 South 650 East, Pierceton, Indiana 46562.

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Bonita Gill, 79 Worked at Magnetics Sept. 6, 1942 – June 2, 2022

Paul E. Jackson, 86, of Wabash, passed away at 11:37 p.m. on, Sunday, May 29, 2022, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash.

He was born to Leonard and Ruth (Reddick) Jackson on November 25, 1935, in Rush County.

Paul was a 1953 graduate of Carthage High School. He received his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and his master’s degree from Ball State University. He married Janet E. Jarrett on July 4, 1961. He worked at MSD of Wabash County as a Jr. High Industrial Arts teacher. He was a member of Bachelor Creek Church of Christ. He was a Boy Scout Leader, then on an adult level. He was also a member of the Old Boys Engine Club, Life member of the National Education Association and the Tri-State Engine and Tractor Association. He was a member of the Indiana Teachers Association and Retired Teachers of Indiana.

Paul is survived by his wife, Janet of Wabash; two sons, Phillip E. (Laura) Jackson of Waynesburg, Ohio, Patrick E. (Patricia) Jackson of Huntington; two daughters, Phyllis E. (John) Wynk of Marion, Polly E. (Todd) Hite of Greenwood; one sister, Maryln (Victor) Kerlin of Indianapolis; 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Funeral services wereSaturday, June 4, 2022, at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ 2147 IN-15, Wabash, with Pastor Ryan Keim officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Huntington County.

Visitation was Friday, June 3, 2022, at McDonald Funeral Homes 231 Falls Ave., Wabash.

Preferred memorials are to be directed to Purdue Cancer Research in care of McDonald Funeral Homes.

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

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

Bonita Sue “Bonnie” Gill, 79, of Wabash, died at 9:15 a.m. Thursday, June 2, 2022, at her home.

She was born on Sept. 6, 1942, in Peru, to Owen and Marian (Launder) Graft.

Bonnie was a graduate of Urbana High School.

She married Daniel Eugene Gill in Wabash on Jan. 6, 1961; he died Jan. 14, 2017. She worked at Wabash Magnetics, was a babysitter at her home and an aide for the Wabash-Miami Area Program. She was a member of the Grace Fellowship Church. Bonnie loved going to church, helping with church dinners, reading, word finds, crocheting, and making graduation afghans. She loved her grandchildren, and she never missed a ballgame.

She is survived by three children, David (Shirley) Gill, Lenee Easterday, and Sabrina Gill, all of Wabash; 10 grandchildren, Tia (Jamie) Wagner, Amy (Sam) Long, Bryan Easterday, Jr,, David (Sara) Gill, Jr., Carol Easterday, Dani (Heather) Gill, Kayla Gill, Cameron Gill, Jessa Gill, and Michael Gill; 27 great-grandchildren, four great great grandchildren; two sisters, Carol (Jay) Outcult of Pierceton, Indiana and Rustee (Denny) Shoffner, of Russiaville, Indiana, and her special friend of more than 55 years, Kay Chumbley of Wabash. She was also preceded in death by her parents.

There will be a celebration of Bonnie’s life at 1:00 pm Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Grace Fellowship Church, 4652 S. 100 W., Wabash with Pastor Shawn Light officiating. Arrangements by GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

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

Police and fire reports Correction: In the June 1 edition of The Paper of Wabash County, an error occurred in the marriage license announcements.

The license was issued for Daniel E. Johnson and Jordan K. Fox. The announcement has been re-run in the Marriage License portion of the weekly reports. The Paper apologizes for the

error.

North Manchester Public Safety Reports Arrests May 27 12:51 p.m. — Zachary L. Pitts, 33, Rochester was arrested on a warrant for conversion.

May 28 1:38 p.m. —

Christopher A. Jayne, 30, Silver Lake was arrested on a warrant for violation of work release and possession of methamphetamine.

May 30 9:34 p.m. — Johnathan M. Stephan, 32, Liberty Mills was arrested on a warrant for probation violation and theft.

Incidents

May 29 10:43 a.m. — A theft report was taken in the 400 block of West 2nd Street.

May 31 12:48 p.m. — A vandalism report was taken in the 400 block of North Market Street.

6:24 p.m. — A theft report was taken in the 1200 block of North Cont. on Pg. 10.

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Wayne Street.

Fire Runs Units from North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments responded: June 1 6:18 p.m. — responded to an alarm in the 600 block of East College Avenue.

June 2 12:40 a.m. — responded to an alarm in the 600 block of East College Avenue.

10:58 a.m. — responded to an alarm in the 600 block of East College Avenue.

Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Accidents May 20 9:34 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Connie L. Justice, 58, Wabash, struck a deer On Old US 24, west of Buchanan Street, Wabash. Damage up to $2,500.

May 27 11:59 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Harold D. Burns, 65, Wabash, struck and broke a railroad arm at the intersection of Pries Road and

State Road 13, Wabash.

May 28 9 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Lynn A. Blocher, 52, North Manchester and Cheryl N. Wyss, 63, Fort Wayne, collided on County Road 1200 N, North Manchester.

Damage up to $25,000.

May 28 9:53 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Nancy D. Halderman, 59, Wabash struck a deer on CR 250 S, west of CR 390 E, Wabash. Damage up to $5,000.

May 30 9:24 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Andrea C. Learman, 26, Bull Valley struck a deer on US 24, east of CR 800 W, Wabash. Damage up to $5,000.

May 31 6:44 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Burdette L. Donaldson, 54, Wabash and Betty A. Young, 85, North Manchester collided on CR 800 N near SR 13, North Manchester.

Damage up to $25,000.

June 1 11:19 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Jennifer L. Ochoa, 47, Elwood struck a deer at the intersection of CR 700 E and SR 124, Wabash. Damage up to $2,500.

Arrests May 27 — Michelle R. Green, 41, Wabash was arrested on a body attachment.

May 27 — Amber Sparling, 39, Kokomo was arrested on a Howard County warrant.

May 28 — Christopher A. Jayne, 30, Silver Lake was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and for violating conditions of work release.

May 28 — Erin N. Honeycutt, 31, Rochester was arrested for receiving stolen property and for violating conditions of electronic home detention.

May 30 — Heather L. Howard, 27, Albion was arrested for probation violation and possession of methamphetamine.

May 30 —

Johnathan M. Stephan, 32, Liberty Mills was arrested for driving while suspended.

June 1 — Miles B. Hearn, 29, Wabash was arrested for driving while intoxicated and driving while suspended.

June 1 — Angela S. Castle-Pfeiffer, 51, Wabash was arrested for theft.

June 1 — Chris M. Jones, 38, Lagro was arrested for maintaining a common nuisance, and violating probation.

June 1 — Tawnia J. Swinehart, 37, Huntington was arrested for possession of methamphetamine.

June 1 — Tiffany A. Clark, 33, Hartford City was arrested on two counts of failure to appear.

June 2 — Jacqueline N. Evans, 36, Wabash was arrested for possession of methamphetamine.

June 2 — Ryan J. Scott, 32, Wabash was arrested for possession of methamphetamine.

June 2 — Christina K. Miller, 50, Wabash was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of paraphernalia and for maintaining a common nuisance.

June 2 — Lisa E. Braswell, 47, Peru was arrested for possession of methamphetamine.

June 2 — Travis

W. Hann, 44, Peru was arrested for being an habitual offender, for failure to appear and on three counts of dealing in cocaine.

Wabash Police Department Accidents May 25 11:45 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Erin E. Gillum, 40 Wabash and Shirley H. Cloud, 87, Wabash collided at 1309 Cass Street, Wabash. Damage up to $10,000.

May 25 11:58 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Gary W. Stout, 61, Wabash struck a pedestrian, Bonnie R. Pressler, 78, Wabash on Main Street, west of Carroll Street, Wabash. Pressler sustained injuries to her lower leg and was transported to Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.

May 25 2:05 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Emily J. Welsh, 21, Bakersfield, Calif. and Simone S. Bottone, 31, San Dimas, Calif. collided at the intersection of SR 13 and Sinclair Street, Wabash. Damage up to $2,500.

May 26 4:40 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Alan D. Tribbett, 64, Wabash struck a parked vehicle at the intersection of Harrison and Alber streets, Wabash.

Damage up to $5,000.

May 27 3:15 p.m. —

Vehicles driven by Marcia K. Short, 84, Wabash and Marlanna G. Murgaw, 23, LaFontaine collided on Cass Street, south of US 24, Wabash. Damage up to $25,000.

May 29 8:45 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Larry P. Karst, 81, Wabash and David Catterton, 76, Wabash collided at the intersection of Stitt Street and Falls Avenue, Wabash. Damage up to $10,000.

May 29 5:38 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Natalia Belli Chagala, 42, Wabash and Jason M. Morales, 37, Bernville, Penn.

Collided at the intersection of Walnut and Spring streets, Wabash.

Damage up to $25,000.

May 31 9:58 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Dorthy J. Lundquist, 85, Lagro and Smalley Rosella, 65, Wabash collided at 917 Cass Street, Wabash.

Damage up to $5,000.

June 2 10:31 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Scot M. Tracey, 65, Greentown, struck a parked car at the intersection of Main and Miami streets, Wabash.

Damage up to $5,000.

June 2 1:33 p.m. — Vehicles driven by William R. Galley, 17, Wabash and

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John D. Lehner, 74, Wabash collided on SR 15 north of Market Street, Wabash. Damage up to $5,000.

June 2 7:19 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Terry J. O’Brien, 83, Wabash and Connie C. Crabtree, 64, LaFontaine collided at 10 Water Ridge Parkway, Wabash. Damage up to $2,500.

June 3 8:20 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Matthew E. Cook, 42, Wabash and Julie A. Perez, 50, Wabash collided at the intersection of SR 15 and Stitt Street, Wabash.

Damage up to $25,000.

June 3 6:31 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Billy J. Miller, 65, Wabash and Marilyn S. Fiebig, 63, Marion collided at the intersection of Cass and Main streets, Wabash.

Damage up to $2,500.

June 4 7:52 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Michael R. Morgan, 39, Huntington and Travis J. Vail, 36, Fort Wayne collided at the intersection of Wabash and Columbus streets, Wabash. Damage up to $10,000.

June 5 10:04 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Christina M. McKernan, 54, Wabash, struck a parked car on Maple Street, east of Thorne Street, Cont. on Pg. 11

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Wabash. Damage up to $2,500.

Arrests May 24 — Brandt M. Hall, 21, Wabash was arrested on two counts of operating while never licensed and for possession of methamphetamine.

May 25 — Artie J. Light, 58, Wabash was arrested for failure to appear.

May 25 — Jonathan S. Arnett, 18, Winamac was arrested for resisting law enforcement.

May 25 — Sean C. Murray, 37, Wabash was arrested for failure to appear, driving while suspended with a prior, possession of methamphetamine and on two counts of violating probation.

May 26 — Aaron R. Arrendale, 26, Wabash was arrested for operating while intoxicated.

May 27 — Drew K. Barber, 27, Wabash was charged with false informing and leaving the scene of an accident.

May 28 — Melanie A. Davis, 49, Wabash was arrested for cruelty to animals.

May 28 — Jesus Gutierrez, 30, Akron was arrested

WHS ion still remains: What does our new path look like?”

And, Niccum pondered, what happens to those who get thrown from their path?

“In 2012, 10 years ago tomorrow, I learned what that was like,” he told his classmates. “I was thrown from my path when my father lost his battle with stage five skin cancer. I lost my path. It took me a while, but I got back up, picked a direction, and started to walk. I walked through elementary school, middle school, high school. I stumbled

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May 29 — Steven J. King, 36, Wabash was arrested for operating while intoxicated and failure to appear.

May 30 — Michael H. Dice, 29, Wabash was arrested for battery resulting in serious bodily injury.

May 30 — Brian Pearson, 44, Elkhart was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and driving while suspended.

May 31 — Craig A. Bell, 38, Wabash was arrested for theft of a firearm, carrying a handgun without a permit and on two counts of auto theft.

Citations May 23 — Brian W. Fields, 56, Wabash was cited for failure to stop and for having an expired plate.

May 25 — Daniel Istas, 37, LaFontaine was cited for having no valid operator’s license.

May 25 — Kaitlyn M. Cook, 31, Marion was cited for no proof of financial responsibility and for having expired plates.

May 28 — Tycri

J. Smith, 27, Fort Wayne was cited for having no financial responsibility and for having a false and fictitious registration.

May 28 — Nathan W. Ebert, 32, Peru was cited for driving while suspended.

May 28 — Khia J. Alspaugh, 16, Summetville was cited for speeding.

May 28 — Francetta Y. Peterson, 55, Indianapolis was cited for speeding.

May 30 — Brian Pearson, 44, Elkhart was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and driving while suspended.

Land Transfers The following land transfers were reported by the Wabash County Recorder’s Office from May 23 to May 27, 2022: Albertson Brothers, LLC., warranty deed to Jacar Investments, LLC. Indie Joe Piercy and Travis Ray Piercy, quit claim deed to Felicia Marie Lockeby and Jesse Glen Lockeby.

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...continued from Page 4 along the way, but each time I got back up and continued walking. I stumbled writing this speech knowing he wouldn’t be here to listen to it, but I got up and walked up here anyway. Here is stand now, at the end of the path.

“Life isn’t a straight path. It’s much more of a maze, really. It has twists, curves and dead ends, but we have to keep walking. Each of us will stumble, fall or get lost on our paths, but what matters is we keep walking, choosing what we fell is the right

direction at the time.”

The somberness continued as a video presentation featured Kaemon Michael Burton, a WHS senior who passed away earlier in the month.

“He will forever be a member of the Class of 2022,” Principal Josh Blossom told those gathered in the gym, adding that his diploma would be conferred to his parents.

They were the first to accept diplomas when they were presented to the seniors, each receiving a hug from Blossom.

Landmarks, warranty deed to John J. Digioia and Maria Isabel Antonio.

Cameron K. Huffman, quit claim deed to Clark J. Steiner.

Erik Hetzler, Kelly Schenkel and Shelvia J. Hetzler Irrevocable Trust, quit claim deed to Erik Hetzler, Kelly Schenkel and Shelvia J. Hetzler Irrevocable Trust.

Sandra K. Davis, quit claim deed to Sandra K. Davis, Todd Richard Davis, Kristin Lynn Tatham and Brad Alan Davis.

Gregory P. Thomas and Lisa A. Ihen, warranty deed to Laura J. Thomas and Hernan Rodriguez, III. Wyvetta K. Watts, warranty deed to Wyvetta K. Watts

Trust.

Sara Jeanne Spears, quit claim deed to Bruce A. Pollard.

Joel D. Gaerte and Gaye Gaerte, warranty deed to Kristian N. Gaerte and Brenda L. Gaerte.

Brad J. Dale and Marlea J. Dale, warranty deed to David L. Mann and R. Jane Mann.

Kelly E. Boocher and Jerry E. Boocher, personal deed to Brice Patrick.

Brittany A. Watson and Brittany A. Mathias, warranty deed to Andrew Cagle.

Jeffrey L. Pyle, warranty deed to TKS Investments, LLC. Pieter Naragon, warranty deed to Marissa J. Mclean.

Sandra S. Booth

and Paul E. Booth, warranty deed to Merrill J. Mark and Jayne A. Mark.

Mary Joan Joyce, quit claim deed to ARC of Wabash County, Inc. Palisades Properties, Inc., warranty deed to Yocum Farms, Inc. Mary Jo Pefley and Betty Jean Wright, warranty deed to Aaron McCoart and Candice L. McCoart.

Water Wheel Express, LLC, warranty deed to Emmanuel Farms, LLC. Kevin J. Bechtold and Karen S. Bechtold, quit claim deed to BSL Property Holdings, LLC. Sydney Lancaster and Sydney Lancaster Miller, warranty deed to John Ciaccia and

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Debra A. Young and Dennis D. Young, warranty deed to Raeanne Smith.

Shane M. Whiteman and Jessie M. Whiteman, warranty deed to Kenneth W. and Antonita N. Miller Joint Revocable Trust.

Marriage Licenses The Wabash County Clerk’s Office issued the following marriage licenses from May 20, 2022 to May 31, 2022.

Daniel E. Johnson and Jordan K. Fox Jenna R. Nieman and Jamie A. R. Minkler Margaret J. Hillyard and Wesley A. Keller Taylor N. Campbell and Eric J. Ortiz

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classmates. “And after this ceremony, each and every one of us will take a different path.

“I also know that none of us have been on this journey along. There have been countless people in each of our lives that helped us get to where we are today.

“It's the encouragement and dedication of everyone else in our lives that makes is possible for us to enter this new chapter.

Please go home and thank those that helped you get to where you are,” Marvel added. “...we have always had the tools we needed to succeed.

Sometimes we all just needed a small push along the way.

So as we start on this next journey, I hope we all never forget how we got to where were are and who helped us along the way.”

Roth shared a story of his love of and fascination with abandoned buildings.

“If you have ever seen an abandoned building, you

might have asked yourself, 'how did it get that way?'”

Roth said. “Maybe someone stopped putting in the effort. Maybe someone decided it wasn't worth their time, or maybe someone settled for the situation, thinking there was nothing they really could do.”

Roth talked about how he had dreams of improving himself and wanting to change but would fall back into his familiar patterns.

“The thing about change is nobody every tells you the hardest part,” he said. “It's having the drive and motivation to change because you want to. The hardest part is to realize that one day, this will all be behind us, just another part of our history.

“I regret spending so much time dwelling on the change I desired without acting, but I do not regret the positive strides I made since that change,” Roth continued. “Dictating our own history

requires that we must act in the present to better our future selves.

One choice can alter our history, so I encourage you all to think about that dream, that wish, that goal you have, and never be afraid to make the change your reality.”

Manchester Choir members performed “Fly Away Home” while Erika Yard sang “Journey to the Past.”

MJSHS principal Dr. Jon Lippe and MCS superintendent Kyle Wieland both addressed the senior class while school board president Dave Terflinger presented the class.

School board members presented the senior class members with their diplomas and senior class president Madison Parson led the class with the tradition of the turning of the tassel.

The entire ceremony is available to view on the Squire Athletics YouTube Channel.

By Eric Christiansen news@thepaperofwabash.com

Start the night by stopping by the Main Booth on Walnut Street to pick up an Event Guide which includes a “Business Building Bingo” card. Visit businesses listed on the card to earn a bingo and turn in a completed card for a chance to win a basked of goodies valued at $150 or more.

The American Legion will host its Motorcycle Show and drawing, along with hot dogs on the porch.

Meanwhile, The Bulldogs will entertain the crowd at Market Square from 5 to 9 p.m., sponsored by Shepherd’s Family Auto Group. (Bring your own chairs.

Bleachers will not be available.)

The Cutie King &

Queen contest returns at 6 p.m. at The Firehouse (registration at 5:30 p.m.), sponsored by Chris & Co. Barber Shop, Modern Impressions, and Salon 212.

Walnut Street will transform into KidStreet Friday night with games and crafts, a bouncy house, the MHS Cheer Dunk Tank with community partner Head Start helping to organize the activities and sponsored by HF Group.

Train rides for the kids will be available from 5 to 7 p.m. near Walnut and Second Streets.

2nd Friday also offers a number of food vendors.

Shepherd’s Family Auto Group is the title sponsor for 2nd Fridays on Main.

NM to launch 2nd Friday event

Downtown North Manchester will be hopping this Friday, June 10, with the inaugural 2nd Friday on Main event presented by Manchester Alive Main Street Chamber Alliance.

The June 10 2nd Friday is the first of five 2nd Fridays, taking place on the second Friday of each month, with December’s event occurring on the first Friday, Dec. 2.

The June 2nd Friday, with the theme of Summer Nights, will have a FunFest feel to it with the Eel River Cruisers Car Show headlining the event from 1 to 9 p.m. on Main Street.

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New jail is taking shape: A crane is being used to lift steel girders into place at the site of the new Wabash County Jail. Ground for the jail was broken in October, and the steel was started to be put into place within the last few weeks. The jail is located off of Manchester Avenue, south of State Road 13. Photo by Phil Smith

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Swisher enters race for State Senate seat

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

A Wabash County man has filed paperwork with the Indiana Secretary of State’s office to seek the Indiana State Senate’s 17th District seat in the November election.

The man, Joe Swisher, is a Democrat who will face Republican incumbent Andy Zay. “I’m a moderate Democrat,” said Swisher, a U.S. Army and Air National Guard veteran and retired Indiana State Police trooper. “I’m not far left; I’m not far right. I kind of look at things on their face value, not just strictly along party lines.

“That’s one of the

reasons why I wanted to run. I wanted to give people a choice. A lot of times there’s no choice in these elections. I wanted to give people a choice. I’m a moderate. And, I think I bring a lot to the table, with my military experience, with my state police experience. I bring a lot to the table with my experience.

Swisher believes the battle with drugs is one of the top issues facing the state.

“That needs to be addressed,” he said of the number of overdoses in Indiana. “That’s kind of being swept under the rug.”

One of the first things he would like to do is get out and meet the people in the district to

learn what their concerns are.

“I can have my concerns,” he said.

“But what’s really important is their concerns. They’re my boss. You’re my boss. If you don’t like the job I’m doing, fire me.

“It’s not about me. It’s about the communities. I’m not going to disappear after the election. I’m not doing this just to get votes.”

Guns are also a big topic.

“It’s a topic that needs to be talked about, bipartisanly,” Swisher said.

“Both sides have to sit down and talk and come up with something realistic. It’s easy to throw talking points out there, or to stay away from certain words. But it’s a serious topic,

attractions,” he said. “It also has one of the highest income tax rates in the state.

“Wabash suffers in attraction of new jobs leading to higher incomes, and lack of long term development plan.

“While much of the state is seeing renewed industrial development, Wabash is stagnant. We must take aggressive action in the post-COVID era, to establish a new vision.

“The County Council of today is predominantly focused on yearover-year budget management. This underserves the county.”

Hargenrader believes local communities require engaged leadership, with the background and experience to manage services, craft budgets and attract investment.

“I believe I can bring those qualities, with a vision of opportunity, better jobs and a higher standard of living for our new and younger residents,” he said. “We must make county government more efficient to lower our income tax rates to attract new residents.

“We must create a community that is a desirable place to work, grow, raise families, start business or even retire.”

Hargenrader said that most of the local graduates he’s met see their future outside Wabash and the surrounding communities, but that can be changed.

“My priorities will be on a longterm economic strategy, leveraging the proposed Image One 85 draft plan,” he said. “This would align with the Indiana State

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and we just can’t keep hiding our heads in the sand hoping it will go away.”

Swisher believes Gov. Eric Holcomb should have listened to police before signing constitutional carry into law.

“The superintendent of the state police came out and talked against signing that into law,” he noted. “I think (the governor) should have

listened.”

There’s a lot of ambiguity in that law, he continued.

“I understand what they were thinking about protecting Second Amendment rights, because I have a gun,” Swisher said.

“But I don’t have any assault weapons. I just have my duty weapons that I carried.”

Being a veteran and retired state trooper, Swisher said he stands behind veterans, the police and first responders.

“I also want to represent all the people of the district, regardless of the religion or lack thereof and regardless of their sexual orientation,” he continued. “I really believe in the importance of vol-

unteering in our communities. I volunteer as a driver with the VA Hospital in Marion.

I drive those DAV vans to pick up disabled vets and take them to their appointments. I do this twice a week.

As far as Roe v.

Wade, Swisher said “these are things I wrestle with every day. Even before I decided to run, I wrestle with these things every day.”

He said he’s heard from women that it’s not right for a group of men “to go behind closed doors and make a decision on how a woman should deal with her own body — with her own choices.”

“My feeling is what right do I have to tell a woman what she

can and can’t do with her own body?” he continued.

As for his opponent, Swisher said “I really don’t want to focus on Andy Zay. I want it to be more about what I want to do; about me; letting people get to know me.

“I’m not into dirty politics. I’m not going to be saying nasty things about Andy Zay and trash talking him.

“I want to talk about me. I want to talk about them.

What are your concerns?

“I know it’s hard to unseat an incumbent. But, what happens, happens.

It’s the vote of the people.

“That’s what makes this country great.”

Corporation and other interests to

attract new high tech and industrial

employers.”

Democrat Hargenrader enters County Council race

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

John T. Hargenrader will seek the Wabash County Council’s 4th District seat in the November General Election.

He was appointed by the Wabash County Democratic Party during a recent caucus.

Hargenrader will face Republican Kyle Bowman, who ran unopposed in the May 3 Primary Election.

“I’m a social liberal and economic conservative,” Hargenrader said.

An engineer with more than 35 years of experience in industry, he has lived in Indiana for two years.

He previously resided in Brighton, Mich., and South Bend.

“Wabash County has a rich history and many local

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Kruschwitz qualifies for golf regional

The Manchester 4x400 meter relay team of, from left, Ethan Cummins, Braxton Ream, Cade Jones, and Dominic Lincoln placed 11th at the IHSAA Track & Field State Finals Friday, June 3. The four seniors hold the Wabash County and Three Rivers Conference record in the event as well as breaking the school record for times, including their final race at State with a time of 3:22.83. Lincoln also placed fourth in the 300 meter hurdles to medal, and finished 23rd in the 100 meter hurdles.

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Manchester’s Lincoln medals at state track finals Wabash’s Stout finishes 11th in hurdles event

By Eric Christiansen The Manchester boys and girls track and field teams competed in five events at the IHSAA State Finals Friday and Saturday, June 3 and 4.

Senior Dominic Lincoln competed in three events Saturday, placing fourth and medaling in the 300 meter hurdles with a time of 39.20 seconds.

He started the

day in the 110m hurdles where he placed 23rd with a time of 15.26.

The meet concluded with the 400m relay where the Squire team of Ethan Cummins, Braxton Ream, Cade Jones, and Lincoln placed 11th with a time of 3:22.82, breaking their own school record.

Kolby Haecker placing 22nd in the high jump. The junior cleared 6 feet 0 inches but wasn’t able to best 6’ 2”

after three attempts.

Lincoln’s fourthplace result and six points in the finals of the 300m hurdles put Manchester in 33th place in the team competition out of 74 teams scoring.

A day earlier in the girls state meet, Manchester senior Olivia Auler finished 27th in the 100m dash with a time of 12.84.

Wabash’s Spencer Stout placed 11th in the 300m hurdles, two

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spots and 0.52 seconds short of medaling, with a

time of 39.99 seconds.

Manchester senior Owen Kruschwitz advanced to regional play as an individual after placing third among players whose teams did not qualify at the IHSAA Warsaw Sectional at Rozella Ford Golf Course Friday, June 3.

Kruschwitz shot a 77, which was 10th overall.

In the team standings, Northfield placed fifth with a score of 331 and Manchester shot a 353 in ninth place.

Tyson Baer and Cash Cartwright both shot 79 to lead the Norse while Dylan Ross shot an 86, followed by Easton Shaw with an 87, and Tristan Hoffman added a 91.

Along with Kruschwitz’s 77, Connor Trump shot an 86, followed

by Conner Lauer with a 93, Jackson Felgar with a 97, and Brady Wiley with a 100.

Kruschwitz will vie for a spot at the State Finals when he competes at the Plymouth Regional at Swan Lake Golf Course Thursday, June 9 at 8 a.m.

The top five individuals not advancing with a team qualify for the State Finals.

Peru Sectional Wabash and Southwood played at the Peru Sectional at Rock Hollow Golf Club Monday, June 6.

Results were not available at press time.

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Vendors and attendees enjoy the warm uneventful weather during the annual open house at Wabash Steel Supply Friday, June 3.

Photos by Phil Smith

Wabash Steel Supply hosts annual open house

By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com

Four the fourth year, Wabash steel and industrial supply distributor, Wabash Steel Supply, invited customers to its location at 1945 S. Wabash St., Wabash to enjoy food and win prizes, as well as getting a close-up look at the business’s line of products.

“It’s been a good turnout, it’s been a good day,” said Executive Vice President Steven Siders of the business’s Customer Appreciation Open House, held Friday, June 3.

“We’ve got our vendors out here who’ve given up their time to show

David Clubb of American Torch Tip shows a product to an attendee of the annual open house at Wabash Steel Supply Friday, June 3. our customers what we’ve got and we’re looking to grow our business by them being able to see it, touch it and see what we’ve got. So, it’s been a good turnout.

We’ve run out of everything except for cookies.”

Siders said the business held a similar open house

four years ago when it moved to its current location, and has held the customer appreciation event for the past three years.

“We’re trying to grow it,” he said.

“Last year, we had four vendors and this year I think we had 12.”

North Manchester’s town wide garage sales planned June 24-25 The North Manchester Town Wide Garage Sales are set for June 24 and 25.

The North Manchester NewsJournal will run ads twice, once in the June 15 issue and again in the June 22 issue. The June 22 issue will include a map of all sale locations.

The Paper of Wabash will run the list of ads in its June 22 is-sue.

All ads must be submitted, with

payment, by Monday, June 13, to be included in both the June 15 and 22 issues.

All ads must be submitted, with payment, by June 17 at 5 p.m. to be included on the map.

All ads are $15 for 20 words, and 15 cents per word after that, with no limit on words.

Garage sale ads and pay¬ments can be emailed to news@nmpaper.co m, called in at 260-

982-6383, or dropped off in the mail slot on the front door of the News-Journal building, 1408 SR 114 W, North Manchester.

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P S d Sunday School 9:30am. Sunday Worship 10:30am. Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 6pm. Bus transportation is available, call 563-3009.

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Wabash Free Will Baptist Church 1056 Erie Street, Wabash.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m., Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.

Pastor: Dr. Bill Crank.

Southside Freewilll Baptist 360 Columbus St., Wabash; Church Phone 260-563-4917; Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Worship 11:00 a.m.; Evening Service 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening 6:00 p p.m.;; Pastor Tim Webb CATHOLIC

St. Bernard Catholic Corner of Cass & Sinclair Sts.; Fr. Levi Nkwocha, Pastor. Parish Office and Rectory: 207 N. Cass St., phone 563-4750. Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Weekday Masses: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday at 8:15 a.m.

St. Patrick's Catholic Church Main Street in Lagro. Holy Mass 11 a.m. the 1st Sunday of the month except January and February.

St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church - We humbly invite you to experience ancient Christianity in the Church Jesus established. “You are Peter [rock], and on this rock I will build My Church” (Mathew 16:18). 1203 State Road 114 E, North Manchester, IN 260-982-4404 www.strobertsnmanchester.org. Like us on Facebook.

Sacrament of Confession: Tues. 5-6PM, Wed. 5:15-6 PM, and Sat. 8-9 AM & 3:30-4:30 PM or anytime by appointment. “Therefore, confess your sins to one another”(James 5:16). Holy sacrifice of the Mass: Sat. 5PM., Sun. 9AM., and 11:30(en espanol). “for My flesh is real food and My blood is real drink” (John 6:55). For more information on Catholicism visit www.catholic.com CHRISTIAN

Dora Christian Church located 1 1/2 miles South of Salamonie Dam, Lagro; phone 260-782-2006. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Early Service 8:15 a.m.; Church Service 10:30 a.m.

Minister: Mark Wisniewski.

LaFontaine Christian Church 202 Bruner Pike, LaFontaine; Phone 765-981-2101; Pastor Brad Wright; Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship 10:30 am. Nursery Available.

Wabash Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 110 W. Hill St., Wabash; Stephen Eberhard, Minister; phone: 260-5634179; website: www.wabashchristian.orgg . Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Nursery provided. Find us on YouTube and Facebook.

CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 4 N. Wabash St., Wabash (corner of N. Wabash St. & State Route 24); Evangelist Josh Fennell; office phone 563-8234. Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship Hour 10:00 a.m.; Evening Worship Hour 6:30 p.m.; Mid-Week Bible Study Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Classes & activities for all ages.

COMMUNITY CHURCH Grace Fellowship Church - Where Christ is our Passion and People are our Purpose, 4652 S. 100 W., Wabash; phone 260-563-8263; Pastor Shawn Light. Sunday Morning: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Service: Faith In Action 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m. www.gracefellowshipwabash.com INDEPENDENT CH HRISTIAN CHURCH Bachelor Creek Church of Christt 4 miles north of Wabash on St. Rd. 15; phone 260-563-4109; website: bachelorcreek.com ; Lead Minister, Joel Cogdell; Worsship Minister, Michael Eaton; Middle School/Groups Minister, Nate Plyler; Next Steps/Outreach Minister, Ryan Keim; Wom men’s Director, Taylor McFarland; Student Minister, David Dien ner; Children’s Minister, Tyler Leland; Early Childhoood Director,, Janet Legesse. NOW OFFERING 2 SERVICE TIMES. Adult Bib ble Fellowship & Worship 9:15am & 10:45am.

Roann Christian Church 240 E Alllen St, Roann, Indiana. Bible School am. Chris Ponchot Ponchot, Minister; 9:00 am, Worship Service - 10:00 am 856-405-5267.

HERAN LUTH Living Faith Church (NALC) - 242 2 South Huntington Street, downtown at southwest corner of Markeet Street. Office phone 260.563.4051.

Worship 10:10 a.m. with felloowship time after service. Bible study 9:00 a.m. for all ages. You honor us with your presence as we seek to serve Christ in our daily lives. All are welcome! www.LivingFaithWabash.orrg ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS) 173 Hale Drive, Wabash. Phone 260-563-1886. Pastor: Rev. G Gerald Gauthier II. Sunday school and adult Bible class 9:15 a.m .,, worship p service 10:30 a.m. Holyy Communion observed the first and third Sundays. www.zionwabash.orgg Preaching and caring with Christ crucified for you!

The LCMS Mission Church in North Manchester is holding services each Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. with fellowship time following in the Life Center Building on 7th and Bond Streets. Please come and worship with us. Bring your family and friends. “For we maintain that a man is justified by faith apart from observing the law.” Roman 3:28 NIV. For more information call Pat at 260-6101961 or email to lcmsnorthmanchester@gmail.com.

Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)1500 S. Wabash St., Wabash, IN 46992, 260.563.6626, tlcwabash@gmail.com. Pastor Dr. Kent Young. We worship our Lord each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with a Gospel-based message and Holy Communion. There is a time of fellowship and refreshments immediately following the service.

We are handicap accessible and everyone is welcome at Trinity!

CHRISTIAN HERITAGE CHURCH

Christian Heritage Church 2776 River Rd.; Tim Prater, pastor.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m.; Radio Ministry 8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Sunday WKUZ 95.9 FM. FIRST BRETHREN CHURCH

North Manchester First Brethren Church: 407 N. Sycamore St., N. Manchester; Sunday Morning Schedule – Worship: 9:00 & 10:30 am, Adult Classes: 8:00, 9:15, & 10:30 am, Youth Connect (Grades 7-12): 9:15 am, “LOFT” Children’s Church (Grades 1-6): 9:15 am, Elementary Classes: 10:30 am, “The Garden” Nursery & Preschool Classes: 9:15 & 10:30 am. Find us online: www.nmfbc.orgg

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Christian Fellowship Church 1002 State Road 114 East N. Manchester, IN 46962. Christian Fellowship Church Services - Sunday Worship: 10 AM. Celebrate Recovery Tuesday at 6 PM and WOW Wednesday 6:30 PM. Pastor Jacob Good, 260-982-8558. www.cfcpeople.org p p g Freedom Life Church (Non-Denominational Full Gospel Church) 480 Washington St., Wabash, IN 46992. Pastor Tim Morrisett, 317385-4400. Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Teens Jesus and Java Sunday morning 9:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m., Children'ss Church Sunday Morning 11:00 aa.m.

Children m Nursery is provided. Sunday Night Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night: Adult Bible Study 7:00 p.m., Teen Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Wabash W b h Friends F i d Ch Church h 3563 S SState St t Rd 13 13, W Wabash, b h (260) 563 563-8452.

8452 Lead Pastor, Brandon Eatoon. Join us for in-person worship at 8:30AM or 10:45AM, or via live-stream on Facebook at 10:45AM. Children's programming avvailable infants - 6th grade. Sunday M. Youth (7th-12th) Sunday evenings school for all ages at 9:45AM at 6:30PM. The Lord’s Table - Verse by Versse 1975 Vernon St., Wabash, Indiana, 46992. Pastor Roxane Ma nn 260-571-7686. Wherever your w continue on. Verse by Verse - Book Spiritual walk is, join us as we

by Book - Chapter by Chapter - Through the Bible. Full Gospel.

Sunday worship 10:30 a.m.. W Wednesday Bible study 6:30 p.m.

St P St. Paul’s l’ County C t Line Li Church Ch h 399 95N 1000W 1000W, A Andrews, d IN IN; Ph Phone 786 7863365. Non-Denominationall. Pastor Conrad Thompson. Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. Worship at 10:00 a.m. Youth program 6-8 p.m. on Sunday. Wednesday nightt Bible Study at 7 p.m.

Urbana Yoke Parish 75 Half Streeet in Urbana, phone 260-774-3516, email: urbanaparish@gmai p @g il.com. Pastor Larry Wade. Worship 9:30 am, Sunday School 10::45 am, Bible Study Sunday evenings 6:00 pm.

Walk by Faith Community Chu urch 515 Chippewa Road, corner of Chippewa & Beamer Sts. in n Roann; phone (765) 833-9931 or (765) 833-6561. Join us forr services and children’s worship at 10:00 am, Sunday School at 9 am. Pastor - Jody Tyner. All are welcome and we wou uld love for you to join us! lkb f i h itychurch.com h h “W lk b i h” Y h “Walk

by F Faith” Youth www.walkbyfaithcommunit Sunday at 5 pm.

Ministry meets ev ery PRESBYTERIAN Wabash Presbyterian Church Looving people with the heart of Christ in d at 123 W Hill St; phone: (260) 563the heart of Wabash. Located 8881; on the web at www w.wabashpresbyterian.com. Sunday Worship Service: 10 AM M. Children’s Sunday School during worship. Handicap accessiblle. Bible Study every Monday at 1pm.

Find us on Facebook at faceb book.com/wabashpresbyterian / p y .

UNITED METHODIST M Christ United Methodist Churcch intersections of Wabash, Stitt & Manchester Ave.; phone 563 3-3308. Facilities & provisions for the physically handicapped,, hearing & sight impaired. Air conditioned. Sunday multi-m media worship service at 10 a.m. with Choir. Email: wabashchristu umc@hotmail.com LaFontaine United Methodist Ch hurch La Fontaine United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 57 (Kendalll & Main St), La Fontaine; phone: 765981-4021; email: lafon ntaineumc@gmail.com ; website: www.lafontaineumc.org ; Su usan Shambaugh, Pastor; Worship: 9:30AM, Sunday School: 10:45AM, nursery provided for both.

Lincolnville United Methodist Ch hurch 5848 E. 500 S. Wabash, 765981-2648.

Pastor: John Cook, 260-563-1406, pastorjohn1954@gmail.com m. 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 9:40 a.m.

Fellowship time; 10 :00 a.m. Morning worship. lincolnvilleumc.org g hodist Church 306 East Second St., North Manchester United Meth 82-7537; Pastor Steve Bahrt. Worship North Manchester; (260) 98 p Time 9:00 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 8:15 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. Liive Streamed on Sundays @ 10:30 a.m. on Facebook at INManchesterUMC. Website: www.northmanchesterumcc.com urch 290 N. Jefferson Street, Wabash, Richvalley United Methodist Chu 63-1033; Pastor Jack Suits. Email: IN 46992; Phone: 260-56 hip: 9:30am, Sunday School: 10:45am. rvumc@hotmail.com. Worsh Church 110 N. Cass St, Wabash; (260) Wabash First United Methodist C 563-3108; www.wabashfirsstumc.orgg; Pastor Nathan Whybrew, Youth Pastor Nick Smith h. Service Times: 8am and 10am in the sanctuary, 11am Facebook Live, www.facebook.com/wab / ashfirstumc . Youth Group times: Wednesday 6pm @ Wabash h First UMC, High School; Sunday 57pm @ Lincolnville UMC, Mid ddle School.

WESSLEYAN Wabash North Wesleyan Churrch 600 Manchester Ave., Wabash.

Morning Worship 10:30am;; Sunday School 9:30am; Wednesday Bible Study 6:00pm. Chu urch is wheelchair and handicap accessible. A place to feel saffe and loved!

New Journey Community Church h Old W.C. Mills School. 1721 Vernon Street, Wabash, IN. 9:00 a.m. a - Frist Service, 10:30 a.m. Second Service. Change iis possible! Whether you are overchurched, un-churched, or de-churched d you’ll find a fresh start at New Journey. We keep th he important things like worship, teaching, community, and serving primary, while letting the unnecessaryy stuff fade intoo the background. g Our mission is to make life transformation th hrough Jesus Christ accessible to all people. So, come as you are and a be made new!

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The Boxmasters features J.D. Andrew and Academy Award winning actor Billy Bob Thornton Photo provided

‘Loud rock and roll band’ to perform at Eagles Theatre Boxmasters features actor Billy Bob Thornton

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com What should one expect when an Academy Award winning actor and his bandmates take to the stage of the Eagles Theatre on June 9?

“We’re a loud rock and roll band,” said guitarist J.D. Andrew, who with actor Billy Bob Thornton formed The Boxmasters in 2007.

The band will be at the Eagles on Thursday, part of a 54 city tour that

took the band throughout the country.

“The first show was April 7 in Oklahoma, and we’ve went pretty much all over the country,” Andrew said. “We haven’t done the southeast yet, but we’re going to be doing that in a couple of days.

But, literally, we’ve covered the entire country, from Texas, all the way up the West Coast, the upper Northwest, Montana, Wyoming; yesterday we were in New Hampshire on

the beach. It’s been a wild, exhausting tour. Last night’s show was great, and it really makes you feel alive again after a couple of rough days of traveling and riding on the bus and all that.

“It’s really been a great tour and we’ve had a great response. We’re really having great shows everywhere, all over the country.”

This is the band’s second tour since the pandemic hit in 2020. In 2021, the band toured in July and August before

having to cut it short.

“We got in 21 shows or something,” Andrew said, “then pretty much everyone on the tour got COVID, so we had to shut it down.”

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NM library’s summer reading program begins

Boxmasters has the band playing in a number of small venues, something that the group enjoys.

“We’re a cult band, so we’re not going to fill arenas all over,” Andrew said. “We would prefer to have that interaction with the fans. Some places are bigger and have 1,000 or 2,000 seats. Some places are smaller and will have 300.

“Either way, as long as we’re having that energy come from the audience, we’re good. We need to feel that thing.

We’re not up there pushing a button on a laptop playing our show. We’re five guys getting on stage playing a rock and roll concert. We’re playing everything life.

When you’re play-

ing to people that aren’t excited to be there, you feel that.

“It’s like a cycle of giving back. If you’re getting nothing, you’re not going to give much back. We prefer to have people in our faces, standing up yelling at us and just being a part of the show.”

Thornton noted that “we play quite a few theaters, and it’s astounding how many of them are around that were built like at the turn of the (20th) century.”

Beside the closeness of the audience to the band, there’s another reason The Boxmasters members enjoy playing smaller venues.

“There are so many (older theaters) now that have been refur-

be given to those who aren’t able to use the app.

Reader’s will win section prizes for the hours they’ve spent reading.

Section prizes include $5 coupons to local businesses and $10 gas cards for adults and teens, while kids will enjoy earning fun superhero themed prizes, such as Superhero Slap Bracelets and Superhero Backpacks.

In addition to section prizes, participants will have the opportunity to win some amazing Grand Prizes. Kids can win Hulk Gloves, a Lego Spiderman kit, Superhero Pop-Its, or a Superhero Rock Painting Kit. Adults and teens will also have the chance to win big!

“There are six grand prize bundles the patrons can enter in to win from our kitchen pack to a dinner and a show pack,” says Magnus. “We have something

that can be a hit for all ages and we are so excited to see the community come together and read!”

In addition to the two month Reading Program, NMPL has an exciting line up of family events and activities for all to enjoy.

“Some of our most popular programs are coming back this summer, but we have some new events happening as well! We’ve also added a few special elements to really take things to the next level,” says Morbitzer.

NMPL’s Big Summer Reading Programs Include: Wednesday, June 15 at11 a.m. Morning at the Movies: “Sky High” A hot summer morning is the perfect time to gather a few friends and watch an exciting movie! Join us in the Blocher Room for hot popcorn and a showing of “Sky High,” a fun superhero film for the whole family!

...continued from Page 17 bished across the country,” Andrew said. “For a band like us, they’re perfect. It’s so great.

Often times they’re in communities that we wouldn’t be hitting otherwise.

There are just so many in towns that aren’t in major, big cities. They’re in smaller towns and community type theaters. Honestly, it’s great for us because it gives us more places to play and we’re able to hit more spots in places that we haven’t been before. It’s really been a great thing for us.

The band performs original music, heavily influenced by the music stylings of the 1960s.

“It’s kind of a contemporary sounding band

that’s influenced by the ‘60s in the way we write,” Andrew said. “But we are just a loud rock and roll band.”

Though 60 years old, the music of the 1960s is still a favorite among many music enthusiasts.

“That was the original rock and roll,” Andrew said.

“It started in the mid-‘50s and evolved into what became the British invasion and Southern California pop and all that stuff. I’m sure when your grandmother made biscuits and gravy, it was better than when you make it yourself.”

For ticket information, contact the Honeywell Center box office, 260-5631102, or honeywellarts.org.

Friday & Saturday, June 17-18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Little Bookshop on Market Street It’s back! The Little Bookshop on Market Street returns for year two. Gently used books for all ages will be for sale for $1 (or 1 NMPL buck). Funds raised will support library programming.

Tacos Los Gordos will be selling their irresistible Mexican food both days. Kids will enjoy building at the Lego station, running around on the Flat Playground, and playing the new lawn games donated by Summer Reading sponsors Masonic Lodge, Deming 88 and The Order of the Eastern Star, Ivy Chapter.

Come between noon-3 p.m. on Friday to enjoy a

petting zoo with Animal Grams.

Come between 1-3 p.m. on Saturday to enjoy horseback rides on Dusty!

Wednesday, June 22 at 2 p.m. - Family Bingo NMPL loves Bingo, and we’re so excited to bring it back to in-person programming.

Grab the whole family and enjoy an hour of bingoing and winning prizes!

Wednesday, June 29 @ 2 p.m. Marvel-ous Slime Make your way through the slime bar with many kinds of cool mixins to create your own custom slime.

Save time for Canvas Pump Painting. Don’t forget to play in the Orbeez filled pools.

And did we mention the Shaving Cream Fingerpaint tables? There’s even a rumor that Mentos Geysers

will be back...

July Preview: NMPL at the North Manchester Farmer’s Market; Turn Yourself Into a Superhero Day; Megamind Interactive Movie; Summer Reading Party; Summer Reading Splash “We’re excited to celebrate accomplishments with our summer readers through section prizes, spinner prizes, Wednesday programs and more!” says Morbitzer. “Our community sponsors have been incredibly supportive so we’ve been able to make this a truly Marvel-ous Summer Reading program! We hope everyone will participate - we truly have something for everyone to enjoy!”

For more information, please visit: www.nman.lib.in.u s.

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utes a day. We are really encouraging consistent, daily reading as we feel this is the best way to maintain and build literacy skills.”

“This year for Summer Reading, we have combined the teens and adults (ages 13 and up), having them complete the same challenge,” shares Molly Magnus, Programming Coordinator. Every 10 hours they read, they will receive 10 tickets to put towards a grand prize! Once they hit 30 hours, they have completed the 2022 summer reading.

Added bonus: if the patron uses Beanstack (NMPL’s free Summer Reading app), they will get to read an additional 10 hours to earn up to 20 more tickets!”

Sign-ups began Wednesday, June 1, and patrons can sign up in person at the library, or online through the Beanstack app.

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“This summer is all about more!” says Sarah Morbitzer, Children’s Department Manager. “Summer Reading will last for 2 full months and we’re encouraging more reading by setting higher goal posts to earn prizes. These goals will still be attainable for all ages. 0 5 year olds who start on June 1 and are to read for only 12 minutes a day will be able to complete the entire program. 6 - 9 year olds can complete by spending only 17 minutes a day reading. 10 - 12 year olds will finish if they read 21 min-

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Thanks to Mr. Evano, an older gentleman in my childhood neighborhood, kohlrabi has been a favorite of mine for most of my life.

Pronounced, “Ca-lowrobbie,” I can still recall the day he gave me my first bite.

A thin, raw slice lightly salted, impaled on the end of his very sharp knife.

Though afraid of the blade, the alure of the thin slice dripping with its own juices drew me in blindly- by the eyeballs!

Ah, how I thoroughly enjoyed its mild, mellow flavor, and its wet, crisp crunch. A memory I still savor to this day.

“Kohlrabi is very special.” Mr. Evano said.

“It takes the entire plant to make just one globe, so you have to savor every single bite.”

Mr. Evano was right.

Kohlrabi is not only special, it’s easy fall in love with, too.

According to historical records, European nobles and peasants alike favored kohlrabi.

Even Charlemagne was crazy about it.

Crowned Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire in 800 AD, he ordered kohlrabi to be grown in all the lands under his reign.

German for “cabbage turnip,” kohlrabi found its way into Northern India in the 1600’s where Hindus considered it an important staple of their diet, along with rice and greens.

More recently, this unassuming vegetable found its way into the cuisines of Israel, China and Africa.

While kohlrabi has been used throughout Italy, France and Germany from Charlemagne’s era up to the present, Americans have never given it much notice, with the exception of Hamburg Township, Michigan. A place that has titled itself the “Kohlrabi Capital of the World.” I kid you not!

For those unfamiliar with this gem of a vegetable, its appearance

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Crisp Kohlrabi 1 kohlrabi 1/4 cup lemon juice Unrefined mineral sea salt, to taste Cut kohlrabi into thin slices and fan across a platter.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over slices and then sprinkle with salt, if desired. Allow to marinate 30 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Servings per recipe: 1 to 2

Crisp and colorful, this Kohl-Slaw offers an eyeappealing way to enjoy a nutritious treat. somewhat resembles a turnip. However, its flavor is mild and delicately sweet, and its texture crisp and moist.

There are several varieties, including White Vienna, Purple Vienna, Grand Duke, Gigante (also known as “Superschmeltz”), Purple Danube, and White Danube.

Of these varieties, purple varieties are considered sweeter than green.

While the entire vegetable is edible, raw or cooked, small, younger kohlrabi - about 1 1/2” to 2” in diameter - are considered to be the finest in flavor and texture.

As kohlrabi matures, it tends to get woody, dry and fibrous, which is why small-sized kohlrabi, no larger than 2 1/2” inches diameter, are preferred.

Look for kohlrabi with greens still attached and with leaves that are fresh,

deep green.

While kohlrabi does store well,up to one month refrigerated, yellow leaves indicate it is not fresh.

Kohlrabi stems and leaves also offer a mild flavor that goes well when chopped into raw salads or sautéed and served anywhere other

greens bode well.

Here now are some quick kohlrabi recipes that just may have you fall in love with it, tooEnjoy!

Laura Kurella is an award-winning recipe developer, syndicated food columnist, home cook, and lifelong resi-

dent of the Midwest Great Lakes Region.

She welcomes your comments at laurakurella@yahoo.com.

Kohl Slaw A nice salad that goes well with fish 2 small kohlrabis 1 cup radishes 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil Peel two small kohlrabis. Shred the kohlrabi and radishes.

You may use a food processor for this. I hand grate using a cheese grater. Mix 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar and 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley in a glass bowl. Whisk in 2 tablespoons olive oil.

Add shredded veggies and toss.

Chill for 30 minutes or more.

Servings per recipe: 2.

Cheesy Kohlrabi 4 kohlrabi globes Water Salt 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup milk 1/4 cup grated American cheese 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg Cut tops off and pare thick stems of kohlrabi. Slice stems and place in salted water to cover. Boil for about 20 minutes, or until just tender. Drain well. Boil tender leaves separately until tender; drain.

Chop leaves finely and combine with cooked stems. Melt butter in small saucepan over low heat. Add flour and stir well until smooth and blended.

Gradually add milk and cheese, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted and sauce is thick. Add cooked kohlrabi and cook until hot. Garnish with parsley and nutmeg.

Servings per recipe: 4 to 6.

Kohlrabi ‘n’ Carrots 1 medium kohlrabi, chopped into 3/4 “ cubes 4 large carrots cut into 3/4 “ cubes 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1 tablespoon butter Salt and pepper, to taste Cover kohlrabi and carrots with lightly salted water and boil until quite tender, about 15 minutes.

Drain then slightly mash, leaving chunks.

Add nutmeg and butter and serve.

Servings per recipe: 4.

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Veterans Coffee & Snack planned for June 9

Veterans Coffee & Snack is on Friday, June 9, in the Lion’s Room at the LaFontaine Community Building. If you are a veteran come and fellowship with your fellow veterans.

MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE was May 30 at I.O.O.F. Cemetery LaFontaine. It began with cannon salute by Mississinewa Battlefield Society, U.S. 2nd Artillery re-enactors dressed in full uniform.

Next was the posting of the colors, followed by Pastor Brad Wright giving the prayer.

The Memorial Day address was given by Ed Shenefield, USN Retired. Following his address, he read the Calling of the Roll of our lost veterans since May 2021. There were five names read with the ringing of the bell after each name. Then the laying of the wreaths

by Regent Gen. Francis Marion DAR. A gun salute followed with taps played by John Brane. Colors were retired then a cannon salute concluded the service.

There were over 100 in attendance.

Thank you to Gaunt Auction Service for the use of their Sound System.

LAFONTAINE/ LIBERTY TOWNSHIP HISTORY CLUB met on May 28 at the Troyer in LaFontaine, with guest speaker T.J. Honeycutt from the Wabash County Historical Museum.

Honeycutt titled his lesson, “Hoosier History and a Few Hippies.” He then asks if anyone was familiar with Hoosier John “Dick” Summers of Treaty. He was a

fiddle player.

Summers was born in Greentown, the son of Simon and Mary Elizabeth Summers. He grew up on a horse-based agriculture farm of 60 acer.

His father was a farmer by day and a fiddler at night.

Simon and Mary had three children.

He started teaching his kids to play the fiddle at the age of 2 years, by setting them on his lap as he taught them to play the cords as he worked the bow. As the children grew, they were expected to practice. The children got so tired of practicing they would run and hide out in the woods.

Dick bought a 55acer farm near his parents in Howard County. At the age of 20 he married his first wife, Nellie Mae Wooldudge.

They had two children. He gave up farming and worked for Delco in Kokomo. and like father, became an accomplished musician.

In 1950 he divorced his wife, and bought a small farm west of Treaty. There he built Stradivarius violins. He has several tunes on YouTube.

Honeycutt played a couple for members to hear.

Secretary and treasurer reports were read and approve with one correction. The LaFontaine/Libert y Township History Club voted for Oren Guenin to present

its proposal to the Community Foundation.

It was noted that the LaFontaine High School Display was taken out of the Parker windows early due to sun fading some of the articles. The Troyer Library will be setting up its 50th anniversary for the month of June.

Guenin will do the lesson for the June meeting and Honeycutt has promised to do another lesson in July.

Regina Hiple and Janice Dawes are planning another Trolly 85 tour on Oct. 1. There is room for 34. The history club may sign up first then any extra seats will be open for public.

The group will be touring Seven Pillars, The Circus Barns, Cole Porter home and gardens.

The group will meet at the Treaty Church Parking Lot. Also mentioned, would like to include the Indian Cemetery on St. Rd. 124 It will be from 99 a.m. to noon. Charge would be between $8 and $10 per person.

LAFONTAINE UNITIED METHODIST CHURCH on June 25 and 29 from 68:30 p.m. Hay Day Vacation Bible School. 2 Nights of Fun, Love and Jesus! Story, Craft, Snack, Games and Music! Register online https://form.com/2 21408219968160 Join us form Summer Kick VBS Style!

Please sign up By June 10th LaFontaine United Methodist Church 2 W Kendall St. LaFontaine, IN Phone: 765-981-4021 SUMMER FEED at the LaFontaine United Methodist Church is on Monday,

Wednesday and Friday from 11 a.m. to - noon in June only. You must eat in the church.

There is no carry out. More help is needed this year!

Contact Lori Brane if you can volunteer a couple of hours on any of these days or if you can pick up food at Wabash High School LAFONTAINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH would like to thank the community and the U. S. Postal Service for donating the food collected from the “Fill the Bag” Food Drive to our Food Pantry. Our Food Pantry helps those in need of food in La Fontaine and Liberty Township. The Food Pantry is open Monday – Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon.

IF YOU LIKE to play Euchre, come and play Euchre at the LaFontaine Senior Center on Wednesday’s at 1:30 p.m.

FAMILY OF JOHN WEAVE want to Thank Everyone who should their respects to the family, of for Paster Brad Wright for his lovely service. A Big thank you to the LaFontaine Church for hosting the funeral dinner for the family.

LAFONTAINE/ LIBERTY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT is looking for candidates who are eager to give back and make a difference. Do you want an opportunity to get more involved in your community? Contact the LaFontaine Fire Department at (765)-981-4000 and leave a message or ask any firefighter for info. Thank you.

LAFONTAINE TOWN RUMMAGE SALE will

be coming again on July 15 and 16. A BIG THANK YOU to Samantha Harden to oversee this again this year.

Face book her to get on the list.

Be sure and mark your calendars and start getting ready to sale them items you no longer need, so someone who might need them can get them at a good price. I will have the list in this column when the date is here.

VETERANS FAMILY AND FRIENDS With Father’s Day coming what better way to remember a love one for their service. To order a brick for your veteran. Just call Jerry Wilson at 765981-4928 to order one and to give him the information for the brick. The cost is $75 and it is an 8inch brick. The veteran does not have to live in this area or be from this

area. The memorial is located on the lawn of LaFontaine Community Building at 105 W Branson St. LaFontaine 46940.

NATE GRIFFIN, field representative from Jackie Walorski office, will be at the LaFontaine Town Hall Tuesday June 21 from 1:30 to 3 pm.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) 2410 Grape Road, Suite 2A Mishawaka, IN 46545 Office Phone: 574-204-2645 Cell Phone: 574-214-7988 Fax: 574-217-8735 LAFONTAINE CHRISTIAN CHURCH Every Wednesday from 10:30 -12, we are here at the church Wiggling and Giggling and learning about Jesus! Be sure to join us while you are on summer Break!

Wiggles and Giggles!! Who: 0–5year-olds! What: 90

minutes of Fellowship, Dancing, Laughing, Activities, Crafts and Snack Time!

Where: LaFontaine Christian Church HAPPY BIRTHDAY Duane Truss, Beth Weaver June 10, Bonnie Andrews, C. D. Hullinger, Steven Nose Juen 12, Dave Howard, John Swain Gail Waak, Tyler Wright June 13, Kenslee McBride, Chris Hensley June 16 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Dick and Jane Banker June 9, Rod and Janet Finch, Rudy and Anita Ketchem June 10, Sam and Patricia Brane June 11, Peter and Carol Joy Madsen, Dan and Pat Guenin June 15 SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.co m or 2258E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN 46940

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North Manchester Rotary is having a Pulled Pork Meal Drive Thru at Neighborhood Fresh on Saturday, June 11, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Chef Russ’s Pulled Pork sandwich, chips, and drink for $7.

Proceeds go for local beneficiaries like Manchester High School scholarships, Manchester Early Learning Center, Manchester Library and Gazebo Pollinator Projects, and Fellowship of Churches Food Pantry.

FARM SCHOOL PROGRAM: The Children’s House at the Wabash Presbyterian Church is starting a Farm School Program at Joyfield Farm near North Manchester this summer. It will run half days, Monday through Friday, from June 6 to July 15 for ages 3-10 years old.

Registration is week by week. We currently still have spaces in most weeks. For more information go to https://montessoriwpc.weebly.com/ .

CENTER FOR HISTORY HOSTS TRAVELING EXHIBIT: N. M. Center for History hosts the Indiana Historical Society’s (HIS’s) traveling exhibit, ‘From Pencils to Pixels: Hoosier Cartoons and Comics’ through June 27.

The Center for History is located at 122 E Main St. Visiting hours are 10 a. m– 4 p.m.

Tuesdays-Fridays

and 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Saturdays.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NELSON’S CHICKEN fundraiser will be held at the Neighborhood Fresh parking lot on July 9 from 10:30 a.m. until sold out.

The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic fraternity for men. Charity and faith is at the heart of the knights. In our charity work we support a variety of projects. Please come and support your local Knights of Columbus.

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.

FARMER’S MARKET: The North Manchester Farmers Market is open from 8 a.m. until noon. The market will be located at Ogan’s Landing on S. Mill St. down the street from the Covered Bridge. Parking will be in the gravel lot with Handicap parking beside the market (watch for signs).

Following the market, vendors will have a meeting to organize the coming market year.

DRIVE THRU FOC FELLOW-

SHIP 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.

FOC THRIFT STORE: Hours are Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Closed Sundays and Mondays.

Guidelines will be in place for the safety of visitors and staff. Use back door for all donations. No public restroom will be available. The Thrift Store is located at 410 N. Market Street, North Manchester.

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

NORTH MANCHESTER 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.

FFW Corporation declares quarterly dividend FFW Corporation, parent corporation of Crossroads Bank, has approved a quarterly cash dividend of 26 cents per share of common stock.

The dividend is

payable June 30, 2022 to shareholders of record on June 16, 2022.

The book value of FFW Corporation stock was $41.32 per share as of April 30, 2022.

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Monce family has long history

N. Manchester Rotary plans drive-thru dinner featuring pulled pork

The last reported trade of stock at the close of business on May 24, 2022 was $46 per share and the number of outstanding shares was 1,142,627 as of the same date.

In Urbana there is a spot of land located on the northeast corner of Washington and College Streets.

This land is now owned by Michael and Bonita Snell.

Years ago there was a family of nine children that lived and grew up on this small spot of land.

After the children grew up and left, the house was sold and later it burned down. The nine children born to Albert and Verna (Gaston) Monce were Louise who died at the age of 63. Jim who became a judge and had very high expectations of accomplishing much more but passed at a very young age.

Marjorie at the age of 4 she fell out of the family car while it was moving. This happened in 1944. There were no seatbelt laws or door locks on the inside but had locks on the outside of the car.

They called these doors suicide doors. Marjorie survived and lost her right arm do to it being crushed.

Marjorie learned to tie her shoes with one hand and can do just about anything a person can do with two arms.

She later went to Taylor University and became a teacher. She loves gardening and has retired at the age of 79 and lives in Grand Rapids, Mich.

Elaine went to

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Seattle, Wash. and worked for Boeing for several years and then worked as a buyer for the city of Seattle. Marilyn was a teacher and lives in Wisconsin.

Ronnie lives in Baton Rouge, La. He was a Green Beret medic in the service and is a physician assistant today.

Richard was a fast food restaurant manager and lives in Lagro, and helps and works for the Lagro Food Pantry and is on the Lagro Town Board.

Brenda went to Goshen College studying nursing.

She went to Jamaica while studying and work in a hospital. Today she lives in Fort Wayne and enjoys being a nurse.

Seven of the nine children still exchange names for Christmas, this is a family tradition.

Albert worked at Urbana Cyclone Manufacturing and raised a huge garden to help with the food. He also had a good perspective of what was right and wrong in which he taught his children.

Verna hand sewed Cyclone Seeder sacks for

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June 10 -12, 2022 Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fri-Sat. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sun. Feature Tractor - All Colors Welcome Honored Business: RINGLE TRUCKING Antique Tractor Fun Pulls - Fri. 7 p.m. Light & Medium Pull and Sat. 1 p.m. Teeam Pull & 5 p.m. Heavy Weight, W Sun. 10 a.m. 50/50 pull Displays of tractors, Steam Engines, demonstrations, garden tractors, hit n miss engines, ds games -Sat Sat. 3 p.m. hit-n-miss engines & equipment. equipment Kid Kids pm Flea Market & Craft Vendors, e Swap Ve Venddors & Food Concessions Toy Show hours Fri-Sat. 9-6 & Sun. 9-2. Museum M & Toy Show open to festival attendees only. o Admission: $3.00 (age 12 and up)Fri-S Sat. only; Sun. Free to festival grounds; Golf Cart fee $10.00 w/prroof of insurance NO DOGS except handicap asssist.

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Cyclone and the older family children would put buckles on the straps to hold the bags. The older children had so many that had to be done before they could go out to play.

The younger kids never experienced this because it was considered to be child labor and just wasn’t allowed.

Verna also did a lot of canning of vegetables from the garden. They didn’t have TV till 1955 so they played kickball, rode bikes, played baseball, hide and seek, roller skating and read a lot of books.

All of the nine kids graduated from Urbana High School and Northfield High School.

Everyone attended Grace Church in

Urbana. The kids had a favorite Sunday school teacher, Miriam Foust, she became a missionary in Formosa, now called Taiwan.

Thelma Speicher, on certain days after school led Bible stories and songs for the children at her house.

Several of the kids around Urbana would get together and make peanut butter sandwiches.

The kids would walk down the railroad tracks to St. Peter’s Cemetery and have a picnic under the big tree that is not there today.

On the way back, the kids would hold a contest to see who could walk the rails the farthest without falling off.

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Some facts about the U.S. flag & Flag Day Tuesday, June 14, is Flag Day. When the American Revolution broke out in 1775, the colonists weren’t fighting united under a single flag.

Instead, most regiments participating in the war for independence against the British fought under their own flags.

In June of 1775, the Second Continental Congress met in Philadelphia to create the Continental Army — a unified colonial fighting force — with the hopes of a more organized battle against its colonial oppressors. This led to the creation of what was, essentially, the first “American” flag, the Continental Colors.

For some, this flag, which was comprised of 13 red and white alternating stripes and a Union Jack in the corner, was too similar to that of the British flag.

George Washington soon realized that flying a flag that was even remotely close to the British flag was not a great confidence-builder for the revolutionary effort, so he turned his efforts towards creating a new symbol of freedom for the soon-

to-be fledgling nation.

On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress took a break from writing the Articles of Confederation and passed a resolution stating that “the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white,” and that “the union be 13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.”

More than 100 years later, in 1916, President Woodrow Wilson marked the anniversary of that decree by officially establishing June 14 as Flag Day. Here are some facts about “Old Glory.”

Bernard Cigrand, a small-town Wisconsin teacher, originated the idea for an annual flag day, to be celebrated across the country every June 14.

That year, in 1885, he led his school in the first formal observance of the

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then. Later we would go to Paw Paw Creek to play.

Verna lived with Don and Marjorie (daughter) Wolfe in Lansing Mich., and did some traveling to visit her children. Marjorie said she was really grateful for her family and the wonderful times she can reminisce about when she was growing up in Urbana. Thank you, Pat McNabney for this article.

Prayer concerns: Marilyn Karns, Julie Miller,

John Eltzroth, Eileen Weck, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Duane Wagner, Kim and Brian Frank, Nancy Christie, Larry Meyer, Ruth Summers, Paxton Wright, Jim and Pat Hartley, Coy Eads and his parents and sisters, Joni Fox, our Nation and the leaders, our military personnel, our frontline responders and health providers. If anyone would like to have their name

holiday.

It is widely believed that Betsy Ross, who assisted the Revolutionary War effort by repairing uniforms and sewing tents, made the first American flag.

However, there is no historical evidence that she contributed to Old Glory’s creation. It was not until her grandson William Canby has an 1870 press conference to recount the story that the American public learned of her possible role. It has since been confirmed that Francis Hopkinson, a delegate from New Jersey who signed the Declaration of Independence, designed the American flag.

The lyrics of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” America’s national anthem since 1931, are taken from a patriotic poem written

by Francis Scott Key after he witnessed the Battle of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812.

His words were set to the tune of “To Anacreon in Heaven,” a popular British drinking song.

In the 1950s, when it seemed certain that Alaska would be admitted to the Union, designers began retooling the

American flag to add a 49th star to the existing 48.

Meanwhile, a 17year-old Ohio student named Bob Heft borrowed his mother’s sewing machine, disassembled his family’s 48star flag and stitched on 50 stars in a proportional pattern. He handed in his creation to his history teacher for a class project, explaining that he expected Hawaii would soon achieve statehood as well.

Heft also sent the flag to his congressman, Walter Moeller, who presented it to President Eisenhower after both new states joined the Union.

Eisenhower selected Heft’s design, and on July 4, 1960, the president and the high school student stood together as the 50-star flag was raised for the first time. Heft’s teacher promptly changed his grade from a B- to an A. The practice of draping coffins in the American flag is not reserved for military veterans and government officials. On the contrary, any burial may incorporate this tradition.

Etiquette calls for American flags to be illuminated by sunlight or another

light source while on display.

The Flag Code strictly prohibits adding an insignia, drawing or other markings to the Stars and Stripes.

Some American politicians have been known to defy this regulation by signing copies of the U.S. flag for their supporters.

Ever wondered how to correctly fold an American flag? First, enlist a partner and stand facing each other, each holding both corners of one of the rectangle’s shorter sides.

Working together, lift the half of the flag that usually hangs on the bottom over the half that contains the blue field of stars.

Next, fold the flag lengthwise a second time so that the stars are visible on the outside.

Make a triangular fold at the striped end, bringing one corner up to meet the top edge.

Continue to fold the flag in this manner until only a triangle of starstudded blue can be seen.

Second Saturday Lagro Farmer’s Market will open June 11, from 9 a.m. until noon, on Washington Street in front of the pavilion. Contact

Joe or Libby Cook to reserve a vendor space. Joe’s phone number is 260-5684951; Libby’s is 260568-4961. Their email is cookjl@att.net.

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.

Preacher Mark Wisniewski’s sermon for June 12 is “Should I Care What People Think of Me?” based on John 8:48-54. June 12 is also the Board Meeting and Quarterly Offering.

Prayer and Bible study is every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

The Lagro Community Church invites you to Sunday School from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. and worship service at 10:00 a.m. every Sunday. Dan Snyder will deliver the message on June 12.

The Food Pantry at Lagro Community Church is open the third Saturday of every month from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. in the basement.

Please enter through the back door of the church.

The Food Pantry is for Wabash County residents. For further information

on donating food or for assistance please call 260-5714639.

Lagro United Methodist Church invites you to its Sunday morning services at 9:00 a.m., and Sunday school for all ages at 10:00 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.

Lagro United Methodist Church will be hosting Vacation Bible School June 20 to June 24, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Brian Eltzroth.

Lagro Happy Birthday: June 9 – Toni Schaaf; June 15 – Kelsey Reahard.

Lagro Anniversary Celebration: June 11 – Rich and Susan Miller; June 15 – John and Joanna Troyer.

Do you have a birthday or anniversary to celebrate? Do you have a special event to share? If so, just send me an email.

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Urbana Yoke Parish: Church Board meeting will meet in the Fellowship Hall Wednesday June 8, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.

Vacation Bible school will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022 from 9 a.m.2 p.m.

Please invite your kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors.

Volunteers are needed, contact

Linda Newcomb at 765-327-5294 for information.

Condolences to Brian Eltzroth’s family and friends from Michael and Bonita Snell.

Howard Shoemaker’s family and friends from Michael and Bonita Snell and the Urbana Community. To Kim Poole’s family and friends from the Urbana Lions Club.

Congratulations to the Sharp Creeks Robotics team for their finish in the

top 11 percent at the World Competition in Texas.

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

They try to meet every Wednesday and have breakfast together and talk about what is happening. Those attending were Tom and Joyce Willcox and Pat McNabney.

Birthday wishes: June 1 Sara Chamberlain, June 8 Jessica Brunett, June 8 Ryan

Brunett, June 11 Karen Bechtold, June 13 Pam Hann, June 14 Megan McKillip, June 15 Shae Lauer and June 15 Melissa Wilcox.

Anniversaries: Bill and Mary Earie June 4, Jon and Tonya Brunett June 6, Todd and Sara Chamberlain June 9, Jim and Pat Hartley June 9, Tanner and Sydney Chamberlain June 11 and Ty and Kim Baer June 13.

Urbana Streetlights: The streetlights are

very important to the security of Urbana. I need your help in checking to see what lights are working and what ones are not.

If you know of a light that has a problem, give me a call at 260-774-3665.

Please leave a message if I don’t answer.

Give me the address or street name for the location and I will contact Duke and have a work order made to have the light repaired.

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Happy Homemakers had its May meeting at the Paw Paw Township Public Library, hosted by Jennifer McColley and Judy Barker.

Twelve members attended. Sally Robbins opened the business meeting with the creed and pledge to the flag.

Sherry Draper gave the treasurer’s report. Sally thanked everyone for bringing diapers and baby wipes for Life Center in Wabash.

Judy gave tips for cleaning using Bar Keepers Friend.

Edith Phillip will be doing next months lesson. All, following the business meeting, enjoyed rolls and coffee. Club members then toured the library. They were impressed with the Indiana room along with the room dedicated

ROANN AND NORTHERN MIAMI

Happy Homemakers have May meeting Ann Meyer 765-833-2614 meyerann@ centurylink.net

to Roann High School history.

Meeting closed with the collect.

June meeting will be at Lavernia Wilson’s on June 23 at 9:00 a.m. with Mary Williams assisting.

PLEASANT HILL United Methodist Church (Northern Miami Co.), 242 W. Pleasant Hill Road, Akron, is having a garage sale June 10 and June 11 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

ROANN COVERED Bridge Association needs volunteers for the July 2nd breakfast.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Steve Hicks or Cynthia Donovan.

THE STOCKDALE Mill is opened for the season. This is the 165th year for the mill. The mill is operated by a nonprofit community organization with 100 percent volunteer staff. Help is needed to keep it open and welcoming our guests.

Especially wanted are greeters on Saturdays, tour guides, and handy persons for restoration, maintenance, and landscaping on Tuesdays.

If you can pitch in one or more days per month, it would be greatly appreciated.

Call Ron McColley at 260-3309253 for more information.

PASTER BALMER of the

Roann United Methodist Church sermon for June 12th will be from Deuteronomy 8:1120 titled “My Success is All About God”.

Children mission (or Noisy Buckets) offering will be taken up. You are invited to worship in person or on Facebook at 9:00 a.m.

UPCOMING GAMES Schedule: T-Ball – June 7, LaFontaine Braves at Roann Dodgers, 5:30 p.m.; June 7, Roann Bullfrogs at Lagro Cardinals, 5:30 p.m.; June 8, Roann Tigers at Roann Bullfrogs, 5:30 p.m.; June 8, Roann Cubs at LaFontaine Pirates, 5:30 p.m.; June 8, LaFontaine Braves at YMCA Royals, 5:30 p.m.; June 11, Roann Bullfrogs at Roann Dodgers, 2:00 p.m.; June 11, LaFontaine Pirates

at LaFontaine Braves, 2:00 p.m.; June 15, Roann Tigers at Roann Dodgers, 5:30 p.m.

Coaches Pitch – June 7, Roann Angels at LaFontaine Reds, 5:30 p.m.; June 8, LaFontaine Reds at Roann Red Sox, 6:30 p.m.; June 11, LaFontaine Reds at Roann Red Sox, 3:30 p.m.; June 17, Roann Angels at Roann Red Sox, 6:00 p.m.

Major League – June 7, Roann Cubs at Roann Indians, 7:00 p.m.; June 11, Roann Cubs at Roann White Sox, 5:30 p.m.; June 11, Roann White Sox at Roann Indians, 7:30 p.m.; June 14, Roann White Sox at Roann Cubs, 6:00 p.m.; June 17, Roann Indians at Roann Cubs, 6:00 p.m. in Lagro.

UPCOMING EVENTS: June 9 – Roann Heritage

Group, 6:30 p.m.; June 13 – Roann Town Board meeting, 7:00 p.m. (Note Date); July 1 and 2 – Town Rummage Sales; July 2 – 4th of July Celebration.

PLEASE CONTINUE Praying for Jim Pell, Coy Eads, Ken Musselman, Rob Mace, Jim Huffman, Larry Meyer, Karla Stouffer, Nolan Vigar and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy.

God bless you all!

CELEBRATING ANNVIERSARIES: June 10 – Mr. & Mrs. Don Slee; June 12 – Mr. & Mrs. Greg Montel and Mr. & Mrs. Floyd McWhirt; June 13 – Mr. & Mrs. Brian Daniels and Mr. & Mrs. Ty Baer; June 14 – Mr. & Mrs. William Powell, Jr. CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: June 8 – Brady Vigar,

Denver Lyons, Shirley Slee, Emaline Cordes, and Ann Higgs; June 10 – Sally Robbins and Andy Ross; June 11 – Cameron Johnson; June 13 – Korbin Stafford and Floyd McWhirt; June 14 – Toby Baer.

I WANT TO thank Pastor Mace for his thoughts over the past months. He has decided to take some time off.

We will miss his insight and wisdom. God bless you!

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

Also, I am reachable by phone 765833-2614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10am to appear in the next weeks paper.

Troyer Memorial Library marks 50th anniversary

Celebrating 50 years — Above, Allie Nose, librarian of LaFontaine’s Troyer Memorial Library, talks to visitors on Saturday, June 4 during the library’s 50th Anniversary Open House. According to Nose, approximately 60 people attended the event and 10 children signed up for the library’s summer reading program. During the event, hot dogs and other refreshments were served and the entire facility was available for self-guided tours, which included the museum dedicated to Founder Chester E. Troyer, a legendary corn seed innovator who donated his LaFontaine home on Kendall Street to be used as a library in 1972. Troyer was known locally as “The Corn King,” due to his performances in the 1930s at the International Livestock Exposition in winning best hybrid corn. Photos by Phil Smith

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Residents named to Trine president’s list

Several area residents were named to the Trine University president’s list for the Spring 2022 term.

To earn president’s list honors, students must complete a minimum of 12 hours and have a grade point average of 3.750-4.000.

Earning honors were: Aidan Benysh, Levi Fulkerson, Madison Shrider and Michael Swango, all of Wabash Michael Chandler, Kaylee Jones, Aaron Sedwick and Greysen Spohn, all of Peru Benjamin Roudebush and Grant Whitham of La Fontaine Samuel Watkins of Urbana.

3 named to Trine’s dean’s list

Three Wabash County residents were named to the Trine University dean’s list for the Spring 2022 term.

To earn dean’s list honors, students must complete a minimum of 12 hours and have a grade point average of 3.500-3.749.

Earning honors were Emma Hoover and Brayton Niccum of Wabash, and Erika Kendall of North

Fontaine, Erika Kendall of North Manchester, Brayton Niccum of Wabash, Nathan Ozenbaugh of North Manchester

Manchester.

Macy named to dean’s list at Evansville Faith Macy of Lagro has been named to the University of Evansville dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement during the Spring 2022 semester.

Macy is studying Nursing at the University of Evansville (UE), a private university located in Evansville.

More than 500 students at UE were named to the Dean’s List. To merit this honor, a

student must have carried a full academic load of 12 hours or more and have earned a grade point average of 3.5 or above.

Area residents named to Trine group Several Wabash County residents were among the 51 seniors in Trine University’s Allen School of Engineering and Computing were inducted into the Order of the Engineer during a recent ceremony.

Inducted were Aidan Benysh of Wabash, Chase Guenin of La

STATE OF INDIANA

) IN THE WABASH COUNTY CIRCUIT )SS: COURT PROBATE DIVISION COUNTY OF WABASH).

CAUSE NO. 85C01-2204-EU-000044 IN THE MATTER OF THE UNSUPERVISED ESTATE OF ELDA MAE EPPLEY DECEASED.

) ) ) ) )

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION TO: ALL CREDITORS In the Circuit Court 0f Wabash County, Indiana.

Notice is hereby given that William F. Eppley was on April 25, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Elda Mae Eppley, deceased.

All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claimn the office of the clerk of this court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred.

Dated at Wabash, Indiana, April 25, 2022.

Lori J. Draper Clerk, Wabash County Circuit Court 6/8, 6/15/22

and Alec Wallisch of Lagro

Rowland makes SNHU dean’s list Samuel Rowland

of Wabash has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Winter 2022 dean’s list.

Full-time under-

graduate students who have earned a minimum gradepoint average of 3.500 to 3.699 are named to the dean’s list.

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LARGE MOVING Sale: Hunting gear, wedding dress, saddle men and women clothing, dishes, miscellaneous. 402 W 250 S., Wabash. Thursday thru Saturday, 8am-4pm MOVING SALE: 2582 W. SR 124. Friday, June 10, 8am-4pm; Saturday, June 11, 8am-1pm. Furniture, bicycle, treadmill,, bicycle rack, car top luggage carrier, books, household items.

Wabash City

3 FAMILY Sale: Friday & Saturday, June 10 & 11, 8am-4pn. Women’s clothes (10-16), household items, stereo, camping equipment, men’s clothes, tools, records. 308 E. Hill Street, Wabash.

452 WASHINGTON Street, in garage between East & Washington Streets. June 9-12, 9am-5pm.

Knickknacks, popcorn maker, household items, tools and a little bit of odds & ends.

HUGE MULTIFAMILY Yard Sale: Women’s clothing (L3XL), men’s clothing (MXL), lots of jewelry, miscellaneous home goods & items, 8-12W shoes, handbags, kitchen supplies, coats, dishes, etc. and much more! June 9 & 10, 8am-3pm, 40 Broadmoor Drive, Wabash.

LARGE RUMMAGE Sale: 245 Linwood Lane, in the back on Euclid. Friday, 6/10, 8am-5pm; Saturday, 6/11, 8am-5pm. Large clothes, some furniture, lots of miscellaneous.

LARGE RUMMAGE Sale: Friday, June 10, 9am-5pm; Saturday, June 11, 9amNoon. 326 Birchwood Court. Game table, storage bench, name brand clothing, shoes, food vacuum sealer, wedding & home decor, toys and more.

Other Rummage DENVER BAPTIST Church Rummage Sale: 111 N. Yorick Street.

Friday, June 10 and Saturday, June 11, 9am5pm both days. Light breakfast and lunch available. Public restrooms.

Proceeds to local missions.

GILEAD AREA Garage Sales: Saturday, June 11, 8am-3pm. Maps available at Gilead General Store and Raber’s on Saturday.

Gilead is 15 miles north of Peru on SR 19.

Roann HUGE BARN Sale - 3 Households. Lots of goodies, more stuff added each day. Decor, barn signs records & CD’s, linens, antiques, beauty shop equipment, household and more. 5565 E. 1300 N., Roann. Friday & Saturday, 8am-5pm. June 10 & 11, 17 & 18, 24 & 25.

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