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Queen Olivia MHS senior crowned 2022 Wabash County 4-H Queen

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like that with my new court.”

Last year, Dale was second runner-up.

As queen, Dale will represent Wabash County in the Indiana State Fair Pageant early next year.

The number 13 is synonymous with bad luck.

This year’s State Fair Queen Alyssa McKillip, is For Oliva Dale, that could not be further from from Wabash County. the truth.

Dale plans to get pointers from her before the On July 13, Oliva Dale was crowned the 2022 2023 pageant.

Wabash County 4-H Queen. She was, by the way, Gottschalk, in her farewell speech, said she contestant No.13 in a field of 19 young ladies. remembered standing backstage watching “When they were naming off names, initially I McKillip, the 2021 Wabash County 4-H Queen, thought, ‘Well … better luck next year,” she told give her farewell speech.

The Paper of Wabash County shortly after the She looked back on her time as queen, and ceremony. “But then they called my number, and spoke about how she was so excited to get to the I was pretty stunned. fair one morning, that she backed out of her “It’s a great honor and I’m really looking forfamily’s garage … without raising the garage ward to the week ahead.” door.

As queen, Dale and her court — Avery Shrider, “Sorry, again, Dad,” she said, drawing a laugh first runner-up; Annie Schuler second runner-up from the crowd at the Honeywell Center’s Ford and Miss Congeniality; and Trista Roser, third Theater. runner-up — will be attending the various liveMcKillip also spoke to the crowd and talked stock events, passing out ribbons to their fellow about, among other things, the upcoming 4-H members.

Indiana State Fair.

Dale said she is looking forward to “just being Dale, the daughter of Jeff and Angie Dale, will with the court.” attend Manchester High School as a senior in the “It was so fun last year being on court with fall. She is a nine-year member of the poultry Elise (Gottschalk, 2021 queen) and everyone else. club and the horse and pony club. She has also I’m just looking forward to making memories participated in crafts and floriculture.

Shrider, the daughter of Matt and Shannon Shrider, will be a senior at Northfield High School in the fall. She is a nine-year 4-H Olivia Dale reacts after hearing her named called member and has participated in foods, pygmy goats, and cake deco- as the 2022 Wabash County 4-H Fair Queeen. Photos

by Joseph Slacian rating.

Schuler, the daughter of Mike and Andrea Schuler, recently graduated from Northfield High School.

She is a 10-year member of the Chippewa Challengers and is also a member of Junior Leaders.

During her time in 4-H, she has participated in food, food preservation and swine.

Roser, daughter of Troy and Tonya Roser, graduated from Southwood High School in the Spring and plans to attend Indiana University in Bloomington to study public health. She is a 10-year 4-H member and has been involved in swine, goats, gift wrapping, recyHaving fun after the Wabash County 4-H Fair Making up the 2022 4-H Fair Queen’s Court are (from left) Trista cling, consumer clothing, scrapQueen Pageant were State Fair Queen Alyssa Roser, third runner-up; Avery Shrider, first runner-up; Queen booking, sewing, cooking and McKillip, 2021 Wabash Elise Gottschalk and 2022 Olivia Dale; and Annie Schuler, second runner-up and Miss crops.

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MSD gets enough signatures for referendum

By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com The Metropolitan School District of Wabash County is one step closer to seeing whether it will get the goahead for a $115 million construction and consolidation project that school corporation officials hope will make the district viable for decades to come.

At the regular meeting of MSDWC’s board of trustees July 12, Superintendent Mike Keaffaber told the board that enough registered voters had signed a petition to get the issue on the upcoming Election Day ballot.

“We had 664 registered voters that qualified for our signatures to get the question on the ballot in Nov. 8,”

Oswalt named NHS athletic director

By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com The Metropolitan School District of Wabash County has named a new athletic director.

Christopher Oswalt, a teacher at Huntington North High School was approved by the MSDWC board at its regular board meeting July 12.

Oswalt will replace Josh Mohr, whose resignation from the post was approved by the board at the June 14 board meetKeaffaber said.

“There were 97 that were non-registered voters. They could have been land owners, but we already had over the 461 — that was our magic number — the five percent of registered voters.”

Keaffaber told the board that a meet-

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ing.

“I thank you for the opportunity,” Oswalt told the board members who unanimously approved

ing was scheduled for July 13 to “go over the actual question that will be on the ballot.”

He added that an early draft of the question that will appear on the ballot has been reviewed by the Department of Local Government Finance and that

his hiring. “I’ve been in Huntington teaching for the last 25 years. My son just graduated and I’m just all excited — I’ve always wanted to be an athletic director.”

Oswalt said his son participated in two sports and that he dedicated his free time to attending those events.

“Now that he’s done, I can do what I wanted to do instead of missing some of his events,” Oswalt continued. “So, I’m really excited. I look forward to working with Cont. on Pg. 6.

everything must be completed by Aug. 1.

“We will have to be explaining that

question because as you know…it doesn’t necessarily mean what the tax Cont. on Pg. 6.

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10 to seek Festival Queen title Ten contestants will compete for the title of Wabash County Festival Queen during the 32nd annual Wabash County Festivals Pageant.

The new queen will be crowned by the 2021 Wabash County Festivals Queen and second runner up at the Indiana State Festivals Pageant, Haylie Miller The pageant will be in the Ford Theater at the Honeywell Center on Friday, July 22, at 7 p.m.

Admission to the pageant is $5 for persons 6 and older.

Children under 6 are free.

Contestants will compete in an interview during the day. At the pageant, contestants will compete in sportswear, evening gown and an onstage question.

The new Queen and Court will appear at the Kunkle Cruise In, Wabash Garden Fest, Wabash Founder’s Day Parade and Festival and other events around the county as invited. The Queen will compete in the Indiana State Festivals Pageant in Greenfield Indiana on Nov. 12.

The Emcee for the evening will be Rodreck Schram.

Erika White will be the Official Scorekeeper, assisted by Ellie Milam.

Choreographers for the pageant are Lisa Mattern Billings and Megan Long. Casey Boardman will be the escort for the evening gown portion of the pageant.

Jon Vanderpool provided stage decorations. Members of the Wabash Tri Kappa will be assisting with the pageant as an annual service project. Tuxedos for the Emcee and escorts will be donated by Ellen’s Bridal.

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Prior to the pageant, the contestants have participated in a call out meeting; a Queen’s Pizza Party, held at the Sanctuary of Wabash; a fundraising activity during First Friday; an ice cream social and a mock interview.

Contestants are: Jessica Dingess, Servia, daughter of Wallace and Melody Dingess.

She is a 2022 graduate of Manchester High School. This fall she will be a student at Huntington University where she hopes to major in art education.

She was a member of Manchester’s National Honor Society. She also was a member of the Wabash County Honor Choir, and was a guest at the Honor Luncheon for top high school graduates.

Carly Hawkins,

ASIA MILLER

MAKENLIE LAMBERT

TRISTA ROSER

Wabash, is the daughter of John and Cindy Hawkins.

She is a 2021 graduate of Northfield High School and is cur-

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rently enrolled at Indiana University Kokomo where she is majoring in marketing.

She is currently the Downtown Wabash Farmers Market coordinator, and is a member of the Women in Business College at IUK. Makenlie Lambert, North Manchester, is the daughter of Chad and Devan Lambert.

She is a 2022 graduate of Southwood High School and will attend Hanover College this fall,

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Local educators stress good study habits

By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com As students prepare to head back to the classroom in the month or so, local educators have some insight as to how the young learners can hone their studying skills to maximize retention.

“A quote often attributed to the poet John Dryden states that ‘we make our habits and then our habits make us,’” said Cathy Gohmann, an English Language Arts and ACP dual credit instructor at Southwood Jr/Sr High School. “As an educator, I have found this to be true.”

According to an online resource geared toward test preparation called prepscholar.com, seven techniques designed to hone a student’s study skills include finding value in the lessons, avoiding distractions, establishing a study schedule, establishing dedicated study spots, using grades as benchmarks and motivators, rephrasing material and making a formula sheet.

Jay Snyder, principal at Northfield Jr/Sr High School, said establishing an effective study routine is integral to academic success.

“It’s very important,” he said.

“Students who know they are learning from each task and each assignment and complete these tasks consistently learn the most and have the most success. At an early age, students who develop these sound habits also develop confidence in themselves, and that confidence and success breeds more success and carries over into careers and college.”

Snyder, along with Kim Hodson, who teaches world history at Wabash High School said avoiding truancy is a big key to becoming a successful learner.

“One of the most important things students should do is be at school,” Hodson said. “Of course, if students are sick they should not come to school. But attendance is important, because getting behind only makes it harder if a student is struggling.”

Snyder agreed.

“Attendance at class each day, to be able to hear instruction face to face and practice skills together with teachers and peers is so important,” he said. “I also believe that if students are at school each day and use

Educators agree that developing a consistent study regimen is the key to academic success. Photo by Phil Smith their time wisely, that much of their work can be completed during school hours.”

Hodson added that making good use of resources provided by the institution is also a good way to stay on top of studies.

“Students should also take advantage of supports the schools put in place,” she said.

“Wabash High School offers afterschool tutoring and Homework Club, where teachers are available to help with assignments

and answer questions. Most teachers are also available before or after school to give extra help.”

Gohmann said students can use a natural tendency to develop patterns and harness those trends to sharpen

study skills.

“Humans are creatures of habit, so a study regimen is very helpful to students,” she said.

“I have often told struggling students to establish a time and place where they consistently study with no dis-

tractions such as other people, phones, or videos. Eventually, they will train themselves to consider that time and place for study and only study.”

For Gohmann, acknowledging the often fleeting attention of young learners and developing coping mechanisms for that issue is the key to study success.

“A time management technique that I have suggested to students is to set a timer and try to see how much they can get accomplished in 20 minutes, 10 if their attention span is lower,” she said.

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Festival Queen istry on a pre-medical track..

At Southwood, she was a member of the National Honor Society, the Student Congress, the Senior Class Cabinet, 4-H and the Wabash County Honors Choir.

Asia Miller, North Manchester, is the daughter of Mark and Angela Miller.

She will be a senior at Northfield High School and plans to attend Johnson University in Tennessee where she plans to major in Ministry Leadership.

While at Southwood she received a Scholar All-American Award for wrestling from the National Wrestling Coaches Association and the United States Marine Corps. She also received honorable mention for a sculpture she entered in the 2022 Huntington University High School Art Show.

Chloe Miller, North Manchester, is the daughter of Mark and Angela

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She is a 2022 graduate of Northfield High School and attends Purdue University where she will be double majoring in dietetics/nutrition, fitness and health.

While at Purdue, she was admitted to Alpha Lambda Delta and Phi Eta Sighma Honor Society for academic excellence. She was also recruited Phi Mu and serves on the group’s philanthropy committee which seeks to raise money for the Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis.

Emma Pyle, North Manchester, is the daughter of Kirk and Jennie Pyle.

She is a 2022 graduate of Manchester High School and will attend Indiana Wesleyan University this fall where she will major in elementary education.

While at Manchester, she received the John Phillip Sousa Award for showing leadership in

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Trista Roser, Wabash, is the daughter of Tonya and Troy Roser.

She is a 2022 graduate of Southwood High School and will attend Indiana University this fall where she plans on majoring in public health.

While at Southwood, she was a six-year member of Student Congress, where she was the treasurer. She also was vice president of the yearbook and was a member of the National Honor Society.

McKenzie Roth, Wabash, is the daughter of Mandy and Mike Scorsone and Steve and Erin Roth.

She is a 2021 Northfield High School graduate and is enrolled at IUK where she is majoring in biology.

At Northfield, she was a member of Key Club and served as its presi-

dent. She also received a Self Reliance Scholarship.

Erika Yard, Roann, is the daughter of Staci Yard.

She is 2022 graduate of Manchester High School and will be a student at Ivy Tech Community College where she plans to major in communications.

While at Manchester she finished first in the JAG Nationals for Public Speaking, and was an AllAmerican cheerleader. She also was a member of the Wabash County Honor Choir for three years and was selected for the All-State Honor Choir.

Karrigan Yard, Roann, is the daughter of Staci Yard.

She is a 2020 graduate of Manchester High School and is enrolled at the University of Saint Francis where she

is majoring in business administration.

At St. Francis, she was the freshman class representative for the nursing association and hopes to soon start a club for women in business.

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Guardian Long Range becomes Josiah White partner Guardian Long Range recently showed its ongoing support for Growing Teens for Life, Josiah White’s vocational development program, by becoming a 2022 Impact Partner.

Guardian Long Range is a nonprofit organization

that organizes precision shooting competitions across the country to raise awareness and funds for children in need.

“Guardian Long Range has been a faithful supporter of Josiah White’s over the past three years, and we are

honored to have them as an Impact Partner once again in 2022,” said Kevin Trotter, Josiah White’s vice president of advancement.

According to a Josiah White’s press release, Guardian Long Range’s investment

MSD referendum impact or the investment impact will be, and so we will be explaining that a lot more,” Keaffaber continued. “The County Election Board will meet again then between July 26 to 29 and then finally

by Aug. 1, the county auditor will certify the public question and once that’s done, we will start talking to more people, having more meetings because that’s

Oswalt (Mohr and Assistant Principal Todd Eltzroth).

“We want to welcome you,” said MSDWC Superintendent Mike Keaffaber.

“Know that Northfield is a great place. You’ll have a good time.

You’ll obviously

when we will know for sure that we’ll get on the Nov. 8 ballot.”

Keaffaber also told the board that the school corporation will present the final question to the public ahead of the election and will continue its campaign of transparency to the residents of the district.

“It’s going to be our job to make sure that we put that question out

ahead of time, but then to also explain what that actual impact is. So, we have a lot of education to provide for people.”

MSDWC’s board voted May 31 to pursue public approval by November vote of a construction project that will include upgrading both Northfield and Southwood Jr.Sr. high schools to become kindergarten through

...continued from Page 2 have a lot to learn, but you’ve been involved with a lot of different athletics and coaching and all those different things. We just wish you well there.”

Oswalt’s hire is effective Aug. 1, but he said he was planning to arrive

early, “because I have a lot to learn.”

The Huntington native graduated from Indiana State University with a bachelor’s degree in business education and has a master’s degree from Olivet Nazarene University.

in the Growing Teens for Life program equips students in Josiah White’s residential program with skills and certifications that will help them transition into the workforce.

Those students also earn vouchers

to be used toward higher education, transportation, or living expenses upon graduation from the residential program.

Businesses and organizations that become Josiah White’s Impact Partners have the opportunity to cre-

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To keep the public informed, the corporation upgraded its website to provide information on the proposed project.

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Lindy Lybarger, 94

Juanita ‘Tina’ Smiley, 75

Larry D. Renbarger, 83

Served as Indiana Lawrence Bank president

Was Elvis Presley fan

U.S. Army veteran

Feb. 12, 1947 – July 13, 2022

March 3, 1939 – July 8, 2022

Jan. 10, 1928 – July 11, 2022 Lindy L. Lybarger, 94, of North Manchester, passed away at 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 11, 2022, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center.

Lindy was born Jan. 10, 1928, in Adams County, to Murl and June (Steiner) Lybarger. He graduated with the class of 1946 at Hoagland High School. After serving in the Navy from 1946-1948, Lindy enrolled at Indiana University where he graduated with a degree in finance in 1952. He then attended the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin.

On Aug. 16, 1952, Lindy married Norma Hamrick at the Hoagland United Methodist. The two were just shy of celebrating their 70th anniversary.

Lindy and Norma would raise four children, beginning their life in Monroeville, Indiana and eventually moving to North Manchester in 1956. Lindy would begin working at Indiana Lawrence Bank, and remained there 30 years serving as President and CEO the last seven years. He retired in 1986.

For 65 years, Lindy was a member of the Rotary Club. He was a member of the North Manchester Community Foundation from 1977 to 1994 and served as president of North Manchester Chamber of Commerce until 1984.

Lindy was a member of United Methodist Church in North Manchester and served on numerous committees in the church. He also served on various committees in the Indiana Bankers Association.

Surviving are his wife, Norma (Hamrick) Lybarger, North Manchester; sons, Todd (Amy) Lybarger, North Manchester, and Mark (Kelly) Lybarger, Warsaw; daughter Cindy (Bill) Ogden, Auburn; daughter-in-law, Diana Lybarger, North Manchester; grandchildren, Natalie Cullip, Loren Lybarger, Kayli Hensley, Zacheray Lybarger, Lance Lybarger, Abbigail Stouffer, Lindsay Lybarger, and nine great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Kenyon Lybarger, and his friend, Kenyon (Sonny) Andrews, who was killed in the Korean War. Visitation and services were Saturday, July 16, 2022 at United Methodist Church, 306 East 2nd Street, North Manchester. The Rev. Steve Bahrt officiated. Burial was at Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley St., North Manchester.

Memorial contributions may be made to United Methodist Church, 306 E. 2nd St., North Manchester, or Rotary International, at my.rotary.org.

The family of Lindy L. Lybarger has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.

Juanita “Tina” (Royce) Smiley, 75, North Manchester, passed away on July 13, 2022, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, The daughter of Raymond and Juanita (Jarman) Royce, Tina was born on Feb. 12, 1947 in Hammond.

Tina graduated from Griffith High School in 1965 and shortly after, married the love of her life, William “Bill” Smiley on Aug. 19, 1967. She was a great wife and doted on her husband. The two were often found holding hands and were always looking out for one another. The two would have four children during their marriage, Shawn, Kristina, and twin boys, Jon and Nathan who would unfortunately pass away just a few hours after they were born.

Tina held many job titles throughout her life; waitress, life guard, farmer, commercial cleaner, and sales staff at Elder-Beerman; but the titles she was most proud of were wife, mother, and homemaker. Tina and Bill would enjoy more than forty years of marriage before Bill’s passing on December 2, 2008.

Known for her patience and non-judgmental demeanor, Tina was a kind lady who touched many lives. She was adamant about always trying to do the right thing and was strong in her faith. Tina was a huge Elvis Presley fan and a great cook, often providing cookies for an afterschool snack. She was hardworking and loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren fiercely. Tina was a member of the Sycamore Ridge Chapter of the Embroiders Guild of America and found great pride and enjoyment in her needlework. Many of Tina’s closest friends were made during her time with the EGA. Tina advised everyone to, “Watch out for wildlife and idiots.”

The loving memory of Juanita “Tina” Smiley will be forever cherished by her son, Shawn (Brooke Sommers) Smiley, Fort Wayne; daughter Kristina (Richard Pierson) Smiley, North Manchester; brother, Lewis (Alice Beth) Royce, Maryville, Tenn.; sister, Margaret Royce Galvin, Hammond; grandchildren, Cristofer (Bethy) Smiley, Warsaw, Brittany (Rylan) Weber, North Manchester, Derek (Emily) Smiley, Fort Wayne, and Dustin Smiley, Fort Wayne; great-grandchildren, Jorden Weber and Raylen Weber; niece, Ann (Matt) Mierow, daughter, Lily, niece, Sarah Royce; nephew, Frank (Annette) Galvin, daughter Fiona.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Juanita (Jarman) Royce; husband, William “Bill” Smiley; sons, Jon and Nathan Smiley; one brother, Mark Royce, and one sister, Mary Oliver.

Visitation and services were Sunday, July 17, 2022, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Chaplain David Crawley officiated. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com

Larry D. Renbarger, 83, of Granger, passed away on Friday July 8, 2022 at Memorial Hospital, South Bend.

He was born on March 3, 1939, in Wabash, to the late Harold and Janet (Blood) Renbarger. On Aug. 26, 1961, he married Elizabeth Walter, who survives. Also surviving are his daughter, Ann Rudasics of South Bend; two sons, Dave Renbarger of Elkhart, and Dennis (Char) Renbarger of Granger; nine grandchildren (Paige, Emerson, Daniel, Sarah, Lillie, Ava, Grace, Jacob & Alexis), one great-grandchild (Eli), and three sisters, Roberta Renbarger of Portland, Ore., Sandra Lane of Plover, Wis., and Nadine Renbarger of Chicago, Ill. He was preceded in death by his only brother, David L. Renbarger.

Larry was born and raised in Wabash, and graduated from Wabash High School in 1957. In high school he played on the basketball team and was a member of the track and field team where he was the Indiana State high jumping record holder for many years. After graduating high school, he joined the U.S. Army and was deployed to Korea specializing in Army Intelligence. Following his service in the Army, he attended Ball State University on a basketball & track scholarship graduating with a degree in accounting.

After college Larry was hired in 1967 by Price Waterhouse & Co in the South Bend office and became a Certified Public Accountant. In 1971 he left Price Waterhouse for a senior position with Riblet Products in Elkhart.

In 1979, he and Neil Murphy founded Shelter Components Corporation which grew to be one of the largest and most successful suppliers to the recreational vehicle and mobile home industry. After the sale of Shelter Components in 1998, he remained active in the RV industry serving on the board of Patrick Industries for several years until his full retirement.

Larry enjoyed golf and was a long-time member of both the Tippecanoe Lake Country Club in Kosciusko County and Morris Park Country Club in South Bend. He also enjoyed fishing and being outdoors. Most of all, Larry enjoyed being with his family at their home on Tippecanoe Lake and his log cabin in Wisconsin.

A Celebration of Life took place Thursday, July 14, at Knollwood Country Club at 16633 Baywood Lane, Granger. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

To send online condolences, please visit www.kaniewski.com.

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Larry Michael, 87

Stella Lucas, 86

Marsha Wolfe, 70

U.S. Army veteran

Retired from Wabash Sewage Dept.

Enjoyed rummage sales

July 1, 1935 – July 6, 2022

April 15, 1936 – July 12, 2022

Jan. 28, 1952 – July 11, 2022

Larry Joe Michael, 87, of St. Petersburg, Fla., formerly of Sidney, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2022, in Naperville, Ill., surrounded by his family.

The son of Joseph and Martha (Bash) Michael, Larry was born on July 1, 1935, in Warsaw.

After graduating from Sidney High School in 1953, Larry attended Ball State University for two years before joining the Army. In 1960, Larry married Janet Marie Fruitt. After moving around in the early years, they settled in suburban Chicago and raised three children: Teresa, Kelly, and Brent.

Larry graduated from Roosevelt University in Chicago while working and supporting his family. He was a proud businessman who enjoyed working for International Harvester for over 25 years, rising through the ranks from his first job at the factory in Fort Wayne to the corporate offices in downtown Chicago, in addition to other business and manufacturing jobs. He was most proud of his tenure as Vice President and General Manager of Middleby Marshall, Inc., where he was in charge of running the company.

Shortly after retiring, Larry moved to Florida, first living in Venice before later moving to St. Petersburg. While living in St. Petersburg, he volunteered at Bay Pines VA Hospital.

A Hoosier at heart, he was an avid IU basketball fan. Larry was a Christian man who was well loved by all who knew him. Although Larry had multiple health issues toward the end of his life, he always maintained a positive attitude and greeted everyone with a smile. He cherished time spent with his children and his six grandchildren.

The loving memory of Larry Joe Michael will be forever cherished by his son, Brent (Catherine Glunz) Michael, Wilmette, Ill.; daughters, Teresa Michael, Naperville, Ill., and Kelly (Curtis) Herwig, Geneva, Ill.; sister, Diane (Richard) Metzger, North Manchester; and grandchildren, Madeline Herwig, Michaela Herwig, William (Will) Herwig, Ryan Herwig, Alexander (Alex) Michael and Dorothea (Thea) Michael.

Family and friends are welcome to attend a graveside service to be held on July 23, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. at Clemmers Fishers Ross Cemetery, Kosciusko County Road 900 South and 400 East, Sidney, Indiana with Pastor JP Freeman officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bay Pines VA Healthcare System, P.O. Box 5005, 10000 Bay Pines Boulevard, Bay Pines, FL 33744 or https://www.cdceportal.va.gov/donate_online/ and selecting State (Florida) and Facility (Bay Pines VA Healthcare System).

McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, handled arrangements.

Stella VerJean Lucas, 86, of Wabash, died at 6:28 a.m., Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.

She was born on April 15, 1936, in Dungannon, Va., to Kelly Lane and Sadie M. (Moore) Estep.

Stella first married E.C. Darnell in 1952; he died in 1991. She then married Mathew Lucas, Jr. in Roann, on Nov. 27, 1999; he died Nov. 9, 2012.

She worked 14 years at General Tire in Wabash and retired from the Wabash City Sewage Department. Stella was a member of the Wabash Free Will Baptist Church, and former member of the Wabash Women’s Bowling League. She enjoyed singing, making quilts, sewing, playing the piano, and looking at Facebook.

She is survived by her daughter, Donna (Johnny) Sisco of Roann; six grandchildren, Mike (Lori) Sisco, Scott Green, Joe (Amanda) Sisco, Tim (Angela) Sisco, Tanya (Bill) Cooley, and Brent Darnell, all of Wabash; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-greatgrandchild; brothers and sister, Bill Lane of Marion, Dan (Judy) Lane and Joan (Thurman) Hill, both of Wabash.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, son, Randall Darnell, four brothers and one sister.

Funeral services were Monday, July 18, 2022, at Wabash Free Will Baptist Church, 1056 Erie St., Wabash, with Pastor Bill Crank officiating. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash.

Visitation was Sunday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave, Wabash.

Preferred memorial is Wabash County Cancer Society.

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

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Marsha K. Wolfe, 70, passed away at 9:47 p.m. on Monday, July 11, 2022, at Peabody Health Care in North Manchester.

She was born on Jan. 28, 1952, to Lloyd and Edna (Weaver) Buckheister in Wabash.

Marsha married Bruce Alan Wolfe on Aug. 2, 1971.

She worked as a housekeeping supervisor at Community Care.

She enjoyed gardening, reading, decorating, and crafts.

Rummage sales and thrift stores were her favorite. She was a member of the Wabash Church of Nazarene.

Marsha is survived by her husband, Bruce Wolfe of Wabash; two daughters, Christie (Nate) Edwards of Laketon, and Kellie (Jon) Kline of North Manchester; two grandchildren, Carissa Edwards and Alesha Edwards; and one sister, Bonnie (Brad) Brittan of Knoxville, Tenn.

She is proceeded in death by her parents.

Per Marsha’s request there will be no services.

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, have been trusted with Marsha Wolfe’s final arrangements.

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

Carol Moses, 88 Enjoyed singing March 20, 1934 – May 9, 2022 Carol Ann Moses, 88, North Manchester, passed away May 9, 2022.

She was born March 20, 1934.

Services from 3-6:30 p.m. July 23 at the United Methodist Church, North Manchester.

McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

Dale G. Shepherd Sr., 61 Enjoyed watching drag racing Feb. 24, 1961 – July 12, 2022 Dale G. Shepherd Sr., 61, of rural LaFontaine, went to be with his Lord at 12:55 p.m., Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on Feb. 24, 1961, in Martin, Ky., to Ernest and Anna Jewel (Adkins) Shepherd.

Dale married Joyce Jones in Clintwood, Va., on Oct. 4, 1978.

He was a faithful member of the Grand Street Baptist Church. Dale enjoyed hunting, fishing, cross shoots, working on cars, and watching drag racing. He loved his family and was especially proud of his three grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce Shepherd of LaFontaine; three sons, Dale Shepherd, Jr. of LaFontaine, Lee (Kody) Shepherd and Joshua (Brittany) Shepherd, both of Wabash; three grandchildren, Taylin Shepherd of Urbana, Matthew Shepherd and Madison Shepherd, both of Wabash; and his mother, Anna Jewel Shepherd of Wabash.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Shepherd.

Funeral services were Saturday, July 16, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with the Rev. John Denniston officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was Friday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is to Dale’s family for expenses.

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

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Carmen Anez, 88 Ivy Tech graduate Oct. 24, 1933 – July 16, 2022 Carmen Rose Anez, 88, of Wabash, went to be with her Lord at 10:56 a.m., Saturday, July 16, 2022, at Wellbrooke of Wabash.

She was born on Oct. 24, 1933, in Bolivia, to Angel and Honoria (Barrios) Anez.

As a teen Carmen met and became fast friends with Thelma Speicher, who was in Bolivia as a missionary. Several years later, Carmen moved to Wabash County on Oct. 24, 1963, to live with her friends, Thelma, Harold, and Betty Speicher. She received her Associate Degree in Medical Assistance from Ivy Tech in Fort Wayne.

Carmen became a U.S. citizen on Feb. 18, 1969 in Mishawaka, on which she worked very diligently to pass. She worked at Cyclone Seeder, Cyclone Manufacturing, Wabash Instrument, at Millers Merry Manor East, and was a housekeeper. She was a longtime member of the Wabash Alliance Church and loved the Lord very much. When the Speichers passed, Carmen lived in Meadowbrook apartments and spent her last two plus years at Wellbrooke Assisted Living.

She is survived by her brothers Angel Anez Jr. and Alfonso Anez, both of Trinidad, Bolivia; 10 nieces and nephews; good friends, Pricilla (Etter) Bradford, Linda (Mattern) Hoover, Miriam from Bolivia, and the Rev. Jim (Pat) Walker of Monroe, Mich.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and good friend, Thelma Speicher.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Friday, July 22, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns, Wabash. Friends may call 9-11:00 a.m., Friday at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Wabash Alliance Church.

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

Thelma Butcher, 90 Retired from Cyclone Manufacturing April 4, 1932 – July 10, 2022

Thelma L. Butcher, 90, of Denver, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 10, 2022 in Jacksonville, Fla. She was born April 4, 1932, in Elkhart County, to Hugh and Alta G (Hibschman) Strong.

Thelma was a 1950 graduate of Metea High School in Cass County, Indiana. She married Robert E Butcher in Twelve Mile, on May 28, 1950. He passed away on Oct. 3, 2009. She worked for Cyclone Manufacturing in Urbana for 25 years, retiring in 1990. Thelma was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ. Next to her love for Jesus was her love for her family. She played the organ for many years at First Church of God in Peru. She was also an avid reader. Thelma made caramel corn with her husband at many area festivals.

She was a member of Olive Branch Church in Roann, Indiana and Grace Life Church, in Mandarin, Fla. She is survived by four children, Mary Ann Cox of Orange Park, Fla., Ray (Sharon) Butcher of Peru, Peggy (Randy) Myers of Roann, and Donna Klok of Fishers; eight grandchildren, James Cox, Jacksonville Beach, Fla., Shawn (Chad) Flora, Rossville, Michael (Rachel) Ferguson, Pendleton, Carmen (Dan) Laudenschlager, Fishers, , Adam (Ronda) Myers, Marion, , Wendy (Alan) Reese, Rochester, , Robert (Laura) Cox, Orange Park, Fla., Angela (Ron) Cunningham, Peru; 29 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Butcher, her parents Hugh and Alta Strong, two brothers, Loyd and Bob Strong, and three sisters, Esther Everest, Gladys Coffing and Opal Grumpp.

Funeral services were Monday, July 18, 2022 at Olive Branch Church, 4581 East 1200 North, Roann, with Pastor Rocky Morris officiating. Burial was in Roann Community Cemetery, Roann.

Visitation was July 17 at the church. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Roann.

Preferred memorials are Olive Branch Church of God and Grace Life in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Weekly reports North Manchester Public Safety Reports Accident July 9 9:49 p.m. — A vehicle struck a building in the 100 block of North Market Street.

Police reported the driver left the scene.

Arrest July 12 — Tiranda M. Stevens, 25, Pierceton was arrested for driving while suspended.

Citation July 11 6:40 p.m. — Jack H. Jansen, 21, Kendallville was cited for driving while suspended.

Incident July 10 10:16 a.m. — A report of vandalism was taken in the 600 block of North Elm Street.

Fire Runs Units from North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments responded: July 10 7:25 a.m. — to an alarm in the 600 block of East College Avenue.

July 11 9:20 p.m. — to a report of a fire in the area of 5th and Maple streets.

Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Accidents July 9 6:27 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Terry A. Knee, 75, Urbana struck a deer on County Road 200 N, west of CR 175 E, Lagro. Damage up to $2,500.

July 11 6:10 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Britney J. Slone, 30, Roann struck a deer on CR 200 N, east of CR 675 W, Roann.

Damage up to $5,000.

10:11 a.m. — A dump truck operated

by Danny L. Blocker, 73, North Manchester overturned in a back yard on CR 1500 N, North Manchester. Damage up to $25,000.

Arrests July 8 — Gina K. Hampton, 21, Wabash was arrested for operating a vehicle with an ACE of .15 or more.

July 8 — Lisa A. Carpenter, 59, Wabash was arrested for multiple counts of criminal mischief.

July 10 — Peggy S. Roberts, 76, Wabash was arrested for operating while intoxicated.

July 10 — Abby G. Martin, 40, Wabash was arrested on a body attachment.

July 11 — Christopher R. Heister, 36, Wabash was arrested for dealing methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine.

July 11 — John B. Stanton, 52, Mentone was arrested for contempt of court.

July 11 — Michael W. Learned, 42, Wabash was arrested for operating while intoxicated, possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia.

July 11 — Shane C. Blanton, 49, Peru was arrested possession of a narcotic drug.

July 11 — Patrick H. Hamilton, 24, Northbrook, Ill. on two counts of possession of marijuana with a prior.

July 11 — Jessica L. Helm, 35, Syracuse was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and failure to return to lawful detention.

July 11 — Caiden J. Brockhaus, 23, Wabash was arrested for battery resulting in serious bodily injury.

July 11 — Kenneth L. Roberts, 50, Lagro was arrested on a body attachment.

July 12 — Bobbi M. Giordano, 46, Laketon was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of paraphernalia and maintaining a common nuisance.

July 12 — Preston D. Flowers, 21, North Manchester was arrested for failure to register as a sex offender.

July 12 — Craig W. Biggerstaff, 49, Indianapolis was arrested for counterfeiting/forgery and conversion.

July 12 — Andrea M. King, 44, Wabash was arrested for possession of a narcotic drug.

July 12 — Tiranda M. Stevens, 25, Wabash was arrested for driving while suspended with a prior.

July 13 — Shadow R. Shepherd, 29, Cont. on Pg. 11.

Menifee ‘Dick’ Patrick, 88 Worked at United Technologies Dec. 24, 1933 – July 16, 2022 Menifee “Dick” Patrick died Saturday, July 16, 2022, at age 88.

Visitation is 4-7 p.m. July 20 and 10 a.m.

July 21 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Services 11 a.m. July 21, McKee Mortuary.

Dr. Norman Ross, 82 Wrote book about chiropractics Dr. Norman Ross died July 5, 2022.

A celebration gathering is 2-5 p.m July 31, at Spinal Adjusting Center, Goshen.

Services 3 p.m. Sept. 3, at Ross, Clemmers, Fisher Cemetery, Sidney.

McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

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Police and fire reports Liberty Mills was arrested for violation of electronic home detention/possession of a controlled substance.

July 13 — Blake E. Mettler, 23, Wabash was arrested for disorderly conduct.

July 13 — Rance A. Tait, 30, Wabash was arrested. No charge listed.

July 13 — Jeffrey S. VanHoose, 58, Peru was arrested for operating a vehicle with a BAC of .08 or more.

July 14 — William L. Swan, 24, Wabash was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana.

July 14 — Johnny R. Rowe, 40, Peru was arrested on two counts of possession of methamphetamine and for unlawful possession of a syringe and possession of a controlled substance.

July 14 — Charles W. Taylor, 50, Peru was arrested on two counts of failure to appear.

July 14 — Bobby L. Fields, 46, Wabash was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia.

Wabash Police Department Accidents June 30 9:20 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Kayleann R. Zintsmaster, 28, Roann and Hanna E. Rodriguez, 27, Converse collided at the intersection of US 24 and SR 15, Wabash. Damage up to $2,500.

11:18 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Jillian C. Fishback, 30, Wabash struck a parked vehicle at 20 John Kissinger Drive, Wabash.

Damage up to $5,000.

1:30 p.m. — Madison M. Barden of Lagro reported

that her vehicle was struck by an unknown vehicle near the intersection of Canal and Cass streets, Wabash. Damage up to $2,500.

July 1 7:40 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Valerie M. Eiler, 38, Wabash and Lincoln M. Saldivar, 20, Wabash collided on Allen Street, north of Sinclair Street, Wabash. Damage up to $10,000.

July 3 11:34 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Jane A. Balog, 75, Wabash struck three parked vehicles at 1170 Meadowview Drive, Wabash. Balog was transported to Parkview Wabash Hospital for observation. Damage up to $10,000.

July 6 12:05 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Angelica S. Bowers, 29, LaFountaine and Heather R. Hileman, 36, Wabash collided at the intersection of Miami and Main streets, Wabash.

Damage up to $10,000.

July 7 3:41 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Joshua A. McColley, 34, Wabash and Rod Maine, 62 Wabash collided at the intersection of SR 13 and Michigan Street, Wabash.

Damage up to $5,000.

July 8 8:49 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Gina K. Hampton, 21, Wabash left the roadway and struck a guardrail on West Mill Street, east of Old US 24, Wabash. Police reported that Hampton was investigated for driving while impaired. Damage up to $10,000.

July 11 12:36 p.m. — Vehicles driven by William R. Brown, 75, Eden Prairie,

Minn. and Teresa A. Airgood, 62, Wabash collided on North Cass Street, south of US 24, Wabash. Damage up to $2,500.

July 12 11:13 p.m. — A vehicle that police report was driven

by Jonelle Y. Miller, 36, Fort Wayne, crashed on US 24, east of SR 15, Wabash. Police reported that Miller left the scene and that a male passenger was injured in the crash, though no details on the passenger, Tyler Anderson’s injuries were provided.

Damage up to $10,000.

July 13 1:09 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Justin D. Fleshood, 28, Warsaw and Thomas W. Cavins, 25, Wabash collided at the intersection of Stitt and Cass streets, Wabash.

Damage up to $2,500.

4:36 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Joshua A. Hawn, 34, Wabash struck a curb and street sign at the intersection of SR 15 and Stitt Street, Wabash. Damage less than $1001.

Arrests June 27 — Ashley M. Parson, 35, Wabash was arrested for theft.

June 28 — Justin W. Kelly, 44, Wabash was arrested for failure to appear.

June 28 — Jon J. Haupert, 34, Wabash was arrested as an habitual traffic violator.

June 28 — Jackie D. Hubbard, Jr., 38, Wabash was arrested for unlawful possession of a syringe, possession of methamphetamine, possession of heroine and possession of paraphernalia.

July 1 — A 14year-old juvenile was arrested for false informing and

resisting law enforcement.

July 2 — Leroy W. Eckols, 48, Wabash was arrested on two counts of violating probation.

July 2 — Michael Shoemaker, 74, Wabash was arrested for possession of methamphetamine.

July 5 — Kayla L. Sams, 23, Wabash was arrested for driving while suspended with a prior.

July 5 — Lisa A. Carpenter, 59, Wabash was arrested for criminal mischief.

July 6 — Cory T. Mofford, LaFontaine was arrested for driving while suspended with a prior.

July 6 — Elizabeth A. Vargas, 38, Gas City was arrested for public intoxication, false identity statement and disorderly conduct.

July 7 — Joshua A. McColley, 34, Wabash was arrested for driving while suspended with a prior.

July 8 — Gina K. Hampton, 21, Wabash was arrested on two counts of operating while intoxicated.

July 8 — Lisa A. Carpenter, 59, Wabash was arrested for theft and criminal mischief.

July 8 — Erin M. Gray, 37, Wabash was arrested for driving while suspended with a prior.

July 9 — Felicia A. McCord, 33, Huntington was arrested for driving while suspended.

July 10 — Peggy S. Roberts, 76, Wabash was arrested for operating while intoxicated.

July 10 — Abbey G. Martin, 40, Wabash was arrested for failure to appear.

July 11 — Carol J, Holley, 22, Wabash was arrested for domestic battery.

July 13 — Douglas F. Johnston, 39, Peru was arrested for domestic battery with a prior.

July 14 — Charlotte R.A.

Rupert, 35, Wabash was arrested for operating while never licensed.

July 17 — A 16year-old male was arrested for battery on a juvenile.

Citations June 27 — Julia D. Baker, 51, Kokomo was cited for having no proof of financial responsibility.

June 30 — Benjamin Samples, 35, Indianapolis was cited for disregarding a traffic signal.

July 1 — David A. Ulshafer, 67, Wabash was cited for a seatbelt violation.

July 4 — Gavin R. Smith, 23, was cited for speeding.

July 7 — Maxie R. Bruton, 34, Marion was cited for disregarding a traffic signal.

July 15 — Andron R. Sams, 39, Marion was cited for speeding.

July 15 — Lloyd D. Shipman, Jr., 22, North Manchester was cited for speeding.

July 15 — Jordan R. Best, 22,

Rennselaer, was cited for failure to stop.

Land Transfers The following land transfers were reported by the Wabash County Recorder’s Office from June 27 to July 8, 2022: John Heeter, warranty deed to Shawn Bucher.

Erron Nealis and Leigh Ann Nealis, warranty deed to Michael D. Phillips and Natalie L. Phillips.

Ned W. Taylor, Timothy L. Taylor and Nancy M. Taylor Trust, trust deed to James R. Larose.

Jena Blocher, quit claim deed to Steven and Billie Roth Irrevocable Trust.

Mark C. Taylor and Deborah C. Taylor, warranty deed to Donald J. Bever and Donald J. Bever Trust.

Richard L. Shively and Kara L. Shively, warranty deed to Erron Nealis and Leigh Ann Nealis.

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Study habits strengths. For example, a student who is an auditory learner may need to record notes, and then listen to them to study.”

For many students, preparing for standardized tests is a unique challenge that has some struggling to show their potential.

“Students should practice good testtaking strategies,” said Hodson. “Get a good night’s sleep, not just the night before the test, but for several days before the test. When taking a test, make sure to eliminate the choices you know are wrong and then make the best choice. For short answer or essay questions, make sure to answer all parts of the question. Make an outline or graphic organizer to gather your thoughts before answering.

If you have extra time, go back and double check your

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answers.”

Gohmann said reading can help with test preparation.

“The best study strategy that I can give to students to help increase scores on standardized testing is to gradually increase their reading time,” she said.

“Reading comprehension is one indicator of success on these tests, not only in English, but also in the sections covering math and science because the newer assessments require students to express how they came to their conclusions. Students who do not yet know how to read well, or are too young to read, will benefit greatly from being read to.

“I have found it interesting that the idea of what studying itself actually is has changed over the years,” Gohmann continued. “In the past, studying for a test and doing home-

work was the same thing. However, my children often separated the two; studying and homework were not the same. If I asked if they had any homework, they would say no, but they had a test to study for. Now there seems to be the idea that students should not be assigned homework at all or that it should be accepted whenever the student chooses to complete it. The problem with this idea is that struggling students do not use their time in class wisely, and homework often goes incomplete. If the student does eventually complete the homework at a much later date in order to get a better grade on that one assignment, the student loses much of the value of feedback for their work that would lead to success on future assignments.”

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Preaching and caring with Christ crucified for you!

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

MINATIONAL 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's Church Sunday Morning 11:00 a.m. Nursery is provided. Sundayy Night p g Worship p 6:00 p.m. p Wednesdayy Night: g Adult Bible Study 7:00 p.m., Teen Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Wabash Friends Church 3563 S State Rd 13, Wabash, (260) 563-8452.

Lead Pastor, Brandon Eaton. Join us for in-person worship at 8:30AM or 10:45AM, or via live-stream on Facebook at 10:45AM. Children's programming available infants - 6th grade. Sunday school for all ages at 9:45AM. Youth (7th-12th) Sunday evenings at 6:30PM.

email: urbanaparish@gmaiil.com il com. Pastor Larry Wade.

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! www.walkbyfaithcommunittychurch.com “Walk by Faith” Youth Ministry meets ev ery Sunday at 5 pm.

PRESBYTERIAN Wabash Presbyterian Church Looving people with the heart of Christ in the heart of Wabash. Located d at 123 W Hill St; phone: (260) 5638881; 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 North Manchester United Meth hodist Church 306 East Second St., North Manchester; (260) 98 82-7537; Pastor Steve Bahrt. Worship 8:15 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship p Time 9:00 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. Liive Streamed on Sundays @ 10:30 a.m. on Facebook at INManchesterUMC. Website: www.northmanchesterumcc.com Richvalley United Methodist Chu urch 290 N. Jefferson Street, Wabash, IN 46992; Phone: 260-56 63-1033; Pastor Jack Suits. Email: rvumc@hotmail.com. Worsh hip: 9:30am, Sunday School: 10:45am.

Wabash First United Methodist C Church 110 N. Cass St, Wabash; (260) 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 f b k / b 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 a.m. - Frist Service, 10:30 a.m. Second Service. Change iis possible! Whether you are overchurched, un-churched, or d de-churched 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 unnecessary stuff fade intoo the background. Our mission is to make life transformation th hrough Jesus Christ accessible to all people. So, come as you are aand be made new!

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Ford makes donation to food charity

Young royalty: Anna Dubois and Hunter Brubaker were named the 2022 Wabash County 4-H Fair Cutie Queen and King Monday morning, July 18. Pictured with them are the 4-H Fair Queen Olivia Dale (back row, third from left), along with her court (from left) Avery Shrider, first runner-up; Trista Roser, third runner up; and Annie Schuler, second runner-up and Miss Congeniality. Photo by Eric Christiansen

Army Corps of Engineers to be honored The Wabash River Defenders will recognize the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with a Tall Sycamore Award during its annual Clean Out the Banks event on Saturday, July 30.

The WRDs award proclamation distinguishes those who “Stand High Among All Others for Nurture and Devotion to the Peoples’ Beloved River, Resembling Tall Sycamores along the Banks of the Wabash.”

Since the WRD’s inception in 2011, USACE has adjusted the Huntington and Salamonie Lake dams to

achieve river depth and water flow suitable for volunteers to safely and effectively remove debris. Without USACE, the Wabash River Defenders could not have removed 154,000 tons of debris, including 5200 tires, from the river and its tributaries.

USACE is essential in assisting the WRDs strive to return the river to its once pristine condition – a condition that prompted the Miami Indians to name the river Wah-bah-shi-ki or “glittering water over white rocks”.

During WRD’s

annual RiverWild education event, USACE also provides 400 seventh graders from every school in Wabash County safety training and watershed instruction.

During this early September field trip, students and adult supervisors paddle rafts down the river stopping at shoals along the way for nature talks and watershed instruction.

The River Defenders extend an invitation to any who wishes to join them in honoring the USACE when the Tall Sycamore Award is presented.

Those interested

should be at the main pavilion in Paradise Spring Historical Park at 7:15 a.m., Saturday July 30.

Individuals or groups wishing to volunteer on land or in the river should sign-up or direct questions to Jen Rankin at 260503-9880.

Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry has received a $1,000 donation from the Ford Meter Box to support its “Meat” the Need initiative.

According to Feeding America, more than 3,800 residents of Wabash County regularly struggle with food insecurity – more than 1,000 of which are children. Debra Treesh, executive director of Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry, said the funds received will be used to pay processing fees on more than 750 pounds of donated livestock and deer, with the meat being given to agencies serving food-insecure residents within Wabash County.

“Food banks, pantries and soup kitchens work to protect the most vulnerable and under-served in our communities and these agencies continue to face increased demand, due to the lasting effects of the 2020 pandemic.” Said

Katie DeForest, fund development director of Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry.

“Protein is one of the most important nutrients for brain and body development. Sadly, it is also the hardest commodity for food banks to obtain, especially now with the rising cost of groceries.”

Treesh said “the Ford Meter Box Foundation’s generous grant will allow us to continue and expand on our mission of hunger relief by providing over 3,000 more meals through local hunger relief agencies. We are so

grateful for the continued support of our efforts in responding to the needs of those in the community facing hunger.”

To donate, farmers and hunters just need to take their livestock or deer to a local participating meat processor, calling ahead to schedule livestock. After processing, local food banks and pantries are called to pick up the donation.

There is no charge to the livestock and deer donors.

For a list of participating meat processors, visit www.Hoosiers FeedingtheHungry. org.

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Erica Cordes named to U Wisconsin HOF

Local resident to be inducted during Sept. 9 ceremony

By ROY CHURCH Special to The Paper of Wabash County It was only a matter of time.

Unfortunately, it took 23 years.

But it will happen this September.

Erica (Palmer) Cordes will be inducted into the University of Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame on Sept. 9 along with 10 other inductees.

Then, the next day they will be highlighted at a home football game against Washington State.

In announcing the Class of 2022 last week, Director of Athletics Chris McIntosh said, “The UW Athletic Hall of Fame is one of the highest honors we can bestow upon our athletes, staff and supporters and this announcement is worthy of celebrating.

“These 11 represent the best of the Badgers and their contributions go far beyond their athletic successes.”

In a brief biography that was included in the press release from the university, it said “Palmer’s dominance in women’s cross

country as well as track and field led her to be named the 1999-2000 Wisconsin Female Athlete of the Year.

“A four-year contributor, Palmer was a two-time Big Ten Cross Country Athlete of the Year and a four-time AllAmerican. She helped guide Wisconsin to three Big Ten (XC) titles (‘98, ‘99 and 2000) and was a (NCAA) cross country champion in 1999.”

That’s an understatement.

Competing in Bloomington, sophomore Erica Palmer won the 1999 NCAA Women’s Cross Country championship. A week earlier at the LaVern Gibson Championship Cross Country Course in Terre Haute, she won the Great Lakes regional crown in a (5K) course record time of 16:52.2.

Erica Palmer, an outstanding high school runner from New Hampshire, is now the wife of Jared Cordes, the former Northfield standout who also competed for Wisconsin. In addition to his accomplishments for the Norsemen and Badgers, he represented the United States at two world

championships and is a member of the Indiana Association of Track and Cross Country Coaches Hall of Fame.

In high school, Palmer broke onto the national scene as a junior. She was a two-time state champion in cross country (‘96 and ‘97), a two-time state indoor champ at 3,000 meters and a two-time outdoor champion in the two-mile event. She set a state record as a junior and recorded the fastest high school time in the nation a year later in the latter event.

Her career continued at Wisconsin: Big Ten Freshman Athlete of the Year in cross country, indoor track and outdoor track. First time one athlete has won the title in three events 1999-2000 Wisconsin Female Athlete of the Year Two-time NCAA All-American in cross country 1999 and 2000 Big Ten cross country champion 1999 and 2000 Big Ten Cross Country Athlete of the Year Aided Wisconsin to three Big Ten titles and three top-

10 NCAA finishes (5th in ‘98, 4th in ‘99 and 8th in 2000) Three-time AllBigTen in cross country and fourtime Big Ten champion in track Four time NCAA All-American in track Two-time Academic All-Big Ten in both cross country and track 2000-2001 CoSIDA Second Team Academic AllAmerican 2000 and 2001 CoSIDA Academic All-District Team Was the top collegiate runner at 10,000 meters at the 2000 U.S. Olympic Team Trials.

After winning the 1999 NCAA title, Palmer ran injured her junior year and finished third.

Diagnosed with a calf injury and four surgeries later, her running career came to an end.

“It ended too early,” she said.

“Time allows you to forget, but not to heal. At 21, I thought I lost my whole life. I love running.”

The Cordeses are co-owners of the Cordes Berry Farm, opened in 2012 and located northeast of Roann. They raise strawberries and blackberries.

They moved from Wabash to the Cordes homestead/farm in July of last year when Jared took over

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operation of the family farm.

Jared and Erica married in December of 2001.

Jared had graduated that year and Erica graduated in

2002. They have six children.

In 2008, they adopted four children – Michael, now 20 and in the U.S. Marine Corps; twins Paul and Lena, 19 and attending Purdue and Ball State, respectively, and Linda, 19 and starting at Indiana University this fall.

All graduated from Wabash High School.

Isaiah, 15, will be a freshman this year at Wabash and

runs cross country and track. He was runner-up in the 2021 Wabash County and Running Rivers Conference middle school cross country meets and won the 1600-meter event at this year’s county and RRC eighth grade track meets.

Tesa, 10, will be a fifth grader this fall at Wabash Middle School and is looking forward to running cross country.

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‘The champions’ of tribute bands rocks Honeywell Award-winning Queen tribute band Killer Queen performs during a Friday, July 15 show at Wabash’s Honeywell Center. The band, made up of four British musicians has been performing the music of Queen since 1993. At right on guitar is Simon Small from London, emulating the look and playing style of Queen guitarist Brian May. Performing his tribute of iconic front man Freddie Mercury (above and far right is Patrick Murphy of Brighton, England. Also in the band are Brad Waisson on bass and Jon Howell on drums. Photos by Phil Smith

Honeywell seeks photo entries Entries for the Honeywell Arts & Entertainment 2022 Photography Show will be accepted Monday, Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Honeywell Center.

The competition is open to amateur and professional photographers.

Accepted entries will be on display in the Clark Gallery from Aug. 25 through Sept. 26.

The exhibit is sponsored by

three pieces, all of which can be entered into a single category or all three; however, the maximum of three entries still applies. Guidelines and entry forms are available at www.honeywella rts.org.

Nicole A. Howard Photography.

The competition has three categories: altered images, color, and black and white (including sepia

tones). Participants may enter up to

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Slay a dragon!

By Laura Kurella I was first introduced to dragon fruit accidentally, when I took a sip from something my granddaughters were drinking.

Tasting different, I couldn’t quite determine what it contained, and had to ask.

When they said, “Dragon fruit” I initially thought it must just be some silly name given to a tea or a juice blend, but after a careful inspection of the container’s label I discovered that it was not only an actual plant, but also one that offered great health benefits to boot!

Dragon fruit is interesting for many reasons. Rich in phytonutrients and antioxidants, including good amounts of carotene and vitamin C, and its nutritional and antibacterial properties have been studied for their ability to improve digestion, strengthen the immune system, and boost energy levels. Offering an impressive water content (about 80% water), dragon fruit also offers us iron, magnesium, B vitamins, phosphorus, protein, calcium, and fiber too.

The fruit’s seeds are also both edible and nutritious too, and are high in polyunsaturated fats like omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which have been shown to lower the risk of cardiovascular disorders.

Coming from a cactus that bears fruit about 4-6 times each year, the dragon fruit was originally known as Pitaya or Pitahaya, and was renamed by produce marketers in Asia in the hopes of sparking intrigue in the fruit. According to the legend formulated around the new name, fire-breathing mythical creatures created the fruit. During battle, when a dragon would breathe fire, the last thing to come out at the end of the flames was the dragon fruit.

When the dragon was

Summer is a fun time to try something new, like dragon fruit! Photo by Laura Kurella slain the fruit would be collected and presented to the emperor as a coveted treasure, and symbol of victory.

First discovered in Central America centuries ago, dragon fruit eventually traveled to all corners of the globe thanks to the hands of early missionaries and explorers Today the dragon fruit is the leading fruit export of Vietnam, and is cultivated in more than twenty countries and across six continents around the globe.

Most of the fresh dragon fruit in the U.S. is imported from

Southeast Asia, but we are also growing it on a small scale in California, Florida, and Hawaii, so be on the lookout.

Offering so many health benefits along with an almost kiwilike taste and texture, here now are some refreshing ways to slay a dragon today. Enjoy!

Laura Kurella is an award-winning food columnist and recipe developer who loves to share her recipes from her Midwest Great Lakes kitchen. She welcomes your comments at laurakurella@yahoo. com

Dragon Fruit Cups Servings: 2.

1 dragon fruit, chilled 1 cup fresh fruit of choice (blueberry, apple, grape, peach, etc.)

1 cup torn lettuce leaves (optional) 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional) 1 tablespoon honey Cut dragon fruit in half. Gently scoop out the white center fruit.

Cut the white fruit in chunks. Reserve the red dragon fruit peel as a serving cups, if desired.

In a medium bowl, combine dragon fruit with other fresh fruit

and/or lettuce leaves and mint. Drizzle honey over fruit and gently toss. Serve by placing in dragon fruit skin, if desired.

ice. Add 3 - 4 ounces of pink dragon fruit mixture.

Top off with water, stirring gently to combine.

Dragon Fruit Drink Servings: 3.

1 pink dragon fruit 4 teaspoons lime juice 5 teaspoons sweetener water Halve pink dragon fruit then scoop the flesh into a food processor or blender.

Process until smooth.

Discard solids, if desired, by straining.

Add lime juice and sweetener, to taste.

Fill a tall glass with

Dragon Fruit Smoothie Servings: 2.

1 Dragon fruit, scooped out of skin 1 banana 1/2 cup pineapple (frozen or fresh) 1/2 cup blueberries (optional) 1 cup coconut water In a blender, combine dragon fruit, bananas, pineapple, blueberries, and coconut water.

Blend until smooth.

Top with blueberries, if desired.

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County amateur tourney to take place July 30-31

Wabash Orange’s Quinton Siders (22) heads to third base while teammate Jaxton Chambers (99) is advanced to second base during the team’s win over Huntington on Saturday morning.

Wabash dominates Coaches Pitch Tourney

By The Paper Staff

Wabash’s two teams dominated the Coaches Pitch Tournament over the weekend.

Wabash’s Orange team defeated Huntington, 12-1, on Saturday, and Jackson Township, 14-4.

Wabash’s Black team defeated Logansport, 14-0, and ICON, 14-2.

Wabash Orange was seeded No.1 in the Gold Bracket, while Wabash Black was seeded No. 2.

However, the weather forced league officials to cancel the bracket play.

Because of that, decide in the near future whether to play at some point, or be given the awards as it stands.

Wabash County Amateur Golf Tournament is scheduled for Saturday July 30 at Honeywell Golf Course in Wabash and at Etna Acres Golf Course on Sunday, July 31. A meal will be provided on Sunday following play.

The tournament is open to Wabash County residents or members of Honeywell and Etna Acres.

Players will compete in the following divisions: -Men, with qualifying for championship flight on the first day. The top half of the field will be in the championship flight and

the remainder will be divided between other flights.

-Senior: 50-59 years of age -Super Senior: 6069 years of age -Super Super Senior: age 70 plus -Ladies Format is 36 holes stroke play, cost is $40 and includes carts and skins optional, and deadline is Thursday, July 22 at p.m. at either golf course.

The team of Gary Sweet, Jim Shearer, Kevin Cox, and Larry Sprowl won the July 12 Etna Acres Seniors Scramble with a low score of 31.

Mike Bickel was closest to the pin on hole No. 2 while

Shearer earned the honor on No. 8.

Paul Schroeter blasted the longest drive on No. 3 and Darwin Stoffel did the same on No. 9.

Don Conley recorded a chip-in on No. 9, while Sprowl chipped in on No. 6, as did Sweet on No. 3.

In Mens League, Claude Nelson was closest to the pin on No. 2.

In the July 13 Ladies League, shooting closest to the pin were June Haack on No. 1, Teresa Johnson on No. 2, and Chris Ravenscroft on No. 3. Sharon had a chip in on No. 9.

Huntington group plans fundraiser New Life Ministries is hosting a 4-man golf scramble Aug. 20 at 9 a.m. at Clear Creek Golf Course in Huntington.

It costs $280 per team which includes 18 holes with a cart, refresh-

Caleb Vanlandingham takes a swing during Wabash Black’s victory over Logansport on Saturday morning. Photos by Joseph Slacian

ments, and lunch.

Register by Aug. 11.

Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and tee off is at 9 a.m.

All money raised will go towards New Life Ministries, including the Meal Ministry, Women’s

Life House, and Men’s Life House.

To be a sponsor of the event there are four different groups: Eagle sponsor for $1,200, Birdie sponsor for $750, Par sponsor for $500 and Hole sponsor for $100.

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Vehicles line up for the Rebel Rouser’s Car Show on July 9. Photo provided

The Rebel Rouser’s Open Car Show was held on July 9. It was a beautiful day and a lot of cruisers showed up to enjoy the weather and to meet with friends that they have not seen for a while.

There were several outstanding vehicles. The one that really stood out from the others was a 1928 Oldsmobile. This beauty of a vehicle belonged to Jim Reahard from Wabash. He has worked on this Oldsmobile for several years and it showed. His car was able to win Best of Show.

Another Special Award I want to mention is for Best Engine. This car was a 1954 Studebaker belonging to Steve Estep from Wabash.

Special Award for Best Paint went to Larry and Renee Long from Wabash, with their 1970 Plymouth Cuda.

Hugh O’Donnell from Akron, IN and his 1967 Chevy Camaro took home Best Interior.

Best Rat Rod

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Rebel Rousers host car show Michael Snell 260-774-3665 pinkynova71@ hotmail.com

Award went to James E. Davis from LaFontaine, and his 1935 Chevy.

The Rebel Club met the week or so before the show and a suggestion of having an award for Best Import.

The club thought they would try one.

Best Import went to Mike Bever from Forest, and his 1972 Honda.

The Rebels wanted to do a little something different for the Cruisers again. With the mileage noted of the Judging Sheet and the one with the most mileage would receive his registration fee back. This went to Dave Sommers from Lagro.

The Top 25 Vehicles are as follows: Dana and Michelle Budd 1952 Chevy, Russ and

Evon Baber 1950 Chevy, Butch Randolph 1967 Nova, Bryan Bowman 1948 Chevy Truck, Ron Tucker 1966 Mercury, Stan Stapleton 1991 Chevy, Terry Weinke 1964 Ford Falcon, Jim Renz 1957 Chevy, Larry Gidley 1955 Chevy, Steve Powell 1967 Chevy, Andy and Angie Green 2019 Chevy, Terry Niccum 1965 Chevy, Dan and Rose Redner 1966 Oldsmobile, Dave Trisler 1972 Chevy El-Camino, Brett Leach 1977 Chevy Corvette, Chris Krm 1973 Plymouth, Gary Wickkiser 1964 Ford, Dick White 20?? Chevy Corvette, Lori Cruz 1978 Camero Z28, JOHN Brane 1974 Chevy Corvette, Terry Baker 2010 Chevy Camaro and Charlie Combs 1995 Ford Mustang.

There were several sharp looking cars and trucks and if I had my choice of which one I could take home, it would probably take me several weeks to decide.

The vehicles were beauties and the weather was awesome. The Rebel Rouser’s Car Club would like to thank every Cruiser that attended the show and congratulate those who won an award. Thanks to the Urbana Lions Club and Bonita Snell for having the Snack Shack Open.

Hugh Murfin for being the D-J. Thanks to the public that dropped by to have a look at the fantastic vehicles. Thanks to the individual Rebel Club members that choose the specialty awards and to Michael and Matt Snell for doing the primary judging of the show. Thanks to one and all from the Rebel Rousers Car Club of Indiana Inc. Look us up on Face-book.

Adult ECHO Racing is going to be held this week end July 23. This is open races for all adults ages 19 and up. Any and all adults can come and race. The track, cars and speed controls will all be provided.

Registration is only

$5.00. If you prefer, Register for $10.00 which this will include a meal and races. Race’s start at 10 a.m.and will end at 2 p.m., or depending on how many races need to be ran. This will be at the Urbana Community Building, Located at 44 Half St. One Award for Top Adult ECHO Driver. Tell your friends and anyone else you think might enjoy racing.

Come on down and enjoy a meal and race to see if you can become Top Adult ECHO Driver. Information call: 260-774-3665.

Prayer concerns: Marilyn Karns, Julie Miller, John Eltzroth, Phillip 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 added or removed from prayer concerns, please contact me.

Condolences to Lorette Owens family and friends from Michael and Bonita Snell. To David Gill’s family and friends from the Urbana Community.

The Breakfast Bunch met at the Fried Egg on July 13, 2022 around 7:30. They try to meet every Wednesday and have breakfast together and talk about what is happening. Those attending were Tom and Joyce Wilcox, Larry and Nancy Meyers, Steve Gilbert and Marcia Snook.

Come on down and join in on the fun.

Birthday wishes: Kennedy Chamberlain July 2, Pat McNabney July 4, Coy Wilcox July 7, Libby Haupert July 9, Steve Anderson July 11, Lucas Haupert July 11, Ethel Fogel July 14,

Kevin Baer July 15, Annisten Warnock July 16, Sydney Chamberlain July 16, Tadd Chamberlain July 21, Chrissy Chamberlain July 22 and Lori Fitch July 27.

Anniversaries: Terry and Karla Krom July 1, Monte and Chrissy Chamberlain July 3, Brodie and Caley Stith July 21, Troy and Stacy Baer July 23 and Sam and Katie Leland July 24.

Wabash County 4H Fair is July 1823. Please be aware of people and drive safely while traveling down Manchester Avenue.

Attention Veterans: if by chance you need to get to a medical facility for your appointment and you need a way, call 765-251-5908 D.A.V. Transportation to schedule MondayFriday 8AM –Noon.

This is FREE transportation for all veterans to VA Medical Facilities.

My God bless you Veterans for your service and give them a call today.

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MSD registration set to begin

Metropolitan School District’s online student registration will be from July 25- Aug. 1.

All preschool to high school students should enroll for the 2022-2023 school year during that time frame.

Some preschool classes are full and officials are creating waitlists.

Onsite student registration is Aug. 1. For families unable to access the online registration, in-person registration will be available at the schools from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

SOMERSET LIONS CLUB will be having a euchre event on Saturday, July 23, at the Somerset Community Building. Sign in starts at noon, with play beginning at 1 p.m. Cost to play is $10. There will be cash prizes and drawings. Proceeds promote Lions projects.

REMEMBER GRADUATES of Southwood Jr/Sr High School Class of 1982, there will be a 40-year class reunion at LaFontaine Community Building on Saturday Aug. 6, at noon. This will be a carry-in. Please let class mate Charles McKinley at 317603-6404 know if you will be attending. If no answer please leave a message.

MSD OF WABASH COUNTY You have likely heard that MSDWC is proposing a building project, which would include building a new high school to combine Northfield and Southwood students in grades 912. The current Northfield and Southwood Jr/Sr High buildings would then be renovated to house preschool through grade 8. This project will only be possible with the support of the voting community through a referendum on the November ballot.

To find initial information on this project at msdwe.org/referendum. There you will find: A presentation about the need for the project. A tax calculator for estimating your property tax investment.

Answers to common questions.

Fact checks to some misconceptions of new content.

PARKER BUILDING windows in LaFontaine

across from the LaFontaine Town Hall are showcasing 4-H clubs. The windows are changed each month by someone in the LaFontaine History Club.

Anyone interested in becoming a member may come to a meeting and sign up. Meetings are on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Troyer Memorial Library at 6 p.m.

Cost is $10 a person or $15 for a couple.

This group is wanting and trying not to lose the history of LaFontaine and surrounding areas. It has put together history of LaFontaine in a book which will be available when it gets back from the printer.

They were hoping to have it ready

by May 1 this year, but that did not.

After two printings for review now members are hoping it will be ready sometime soon.

They have been taken orders for the book and will have some for sale when the book comes out.

VERY INTERESTING I hired a plumber to help me restore an old farmhouse, and after he had just finished a rough first day on the job: a flat tire made him lose an hour of work, his electric drill quit and his ancient one-ton truck refused to start.

While I drove him home, he sat in stony silence. On arriving, he invited me in to meet his family. As we walked toward the front door, he paused briefly at a small tree, touching the tips of the branches with both hands.

When opening the door, he underwent an amazing transformation.

His face was wreathed in smiles and he hugged his two small children and gave his wife a kiss. Afterward he walked me to the car. We passed the tree and my curiosity got the better of me. I asked him about what I had seen him do earlier.

‘Oh, that's my trouble tree,' he replied 'I know I can't help having troubles on the job, but one thing's for sure, those troubles don't belong in the house with my wife and the children. So, I just hang them up on the tree every night when I come home and ask God to take care of them. Then in the morning I pick them up again.'

'Funny thing is,' he smiled,' when I come out in the morning to pick 'em up, there aren't nearly as many as I remember hanging up the night before.

THIS ONE IS WORTH SENDING ON. Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here, we

might as well dance. We all need a Tree! (I didn't create this story, but loved it when I read it and wanted to share) The LaFontaine Town Board met on Thursday at 6 p.m. in Town Hall.

President Jay Gillespie, Lori Brane, John Krhin, Town clerk Diana Health and Town attorney Jordan Tandy were president.

Representative Tenille Zartman of Imagine ONE85 presentws information of their goals.

She wanted the board to approve these goals for the board for endorsement. She stated that they were going to all the town boards in the county to present the goals and get their endorsement.

Since two of the board members had not seen the goals before the meeting they table this until they had checked them out.

Town Marshal Report given by Clerk Diana.

Gillespie asked if the new Town Patrol Truck was in? She said that it was and Marshall Dusty Hurst had it.

Fire Chief Tom Simpson gave his report. Since Lance Gray was not present due to illness, Gillespie read the utility report. One item that needed to be address was Lance’s health insurance. Since

there is only one full time employee, they cannot stay on the group plan after July31. Lance had found a policy and had ask for it to be approve. After discussion it was approved for 6 months and are hoping to add another employee by then.

The repair work on the sewage system is to be starting soon.

The ClerkTreasurer report was approved.

Dan Snyder had requested to be put on the agenda because of his concerns of property 310E Kendall St. He stated that no one was living in the house, but the front had been kept mowed, but the back yard had weeds grown to 3 ft.

Also, he felt this property was unsafe.

Board members said they would check into just what they could do.

With no further business meeting was adjoined.

A special meeting will be held on Monday July 25 at 5 p.m. in the LaFontaine Town Hall. Regular meeting will be Monday August 8.

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

McDonalds Parking Lot. Just come on in, we are playing in the back room.

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: 0–5-yearolds! What: 90 minutes of Fellowship, Dancing, Laughing, Activities, Crafts and Snack Time!

Where: LaFontaine Christian Church.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dakota Oliver, Dusty Mitchun, July 21, Maxine Taylor July 22, Lilah Vandermark, Greg Dawes July 23, Jeanie Hawkins, Ellen Poe, Marilyn Speicher July 24, Rosemary Heiser, Sue Barnhill July 25, Krissa Mechling July 26, Jim Large, Joyce Willcox, Gracey Swain July 27, Roy Proffitt, Robert Johns July 28 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Brad and Connie Crump July 25, Jon and Jamie Hill July 27, Forster and Barbara Gatchel July 28 SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.co m or 2258E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN 46940

Roann Volunteer Fire Department is accepting application for new members. You must be 21 years of age to apply. You can contact Bill Bussard at 260-571-0045 or send an email to vfd811@gmail.co m for an application. In the United States NFPA estimates there are

ROANN AND NORTHERN MIAMI

Roann seeking volunteer firefighters Ann Meyer 765-833-2614 meyerann@ centurylink.net

1,080,800 career and volunteer firefight-

ers in 2019. Of those, 67 percent are volunteer firefighters.

Did you know… ..Wabash has a Safe Haven Baby Box? This can be used to surrender an infant up to 30 days old; the mom/parents can remain anonymous by using the Safe haven Baby Box. It

is located at 1000 N. Wabash St. in the training center, behind the fire station.

Pastor Balmer of the Roann United Methodistome Church sermon for July 24 will be from 3rd John 1:2-8 and is titled “Putting it all Together”. You

are invited to worship in person and on face book at 9:00 AM. Roann first school building was built in 1874 and was located in the eastern part of Roann.

It was a two story building 21 feet wide by 34 feet long, not like the schools you see

today. It was remodeled later on but burned on December 5, 1899.

The second school was built in 1900.

Roann’s third and last school was built in 1941 and closed in 1962.

Students then attended the new county consolidated schools. The school has since

been demolished and Roann has put in a very nice park where the school once was.

Upcoming events: Happy Homemakers – No meeting in July Aug. 4 – Roann Lions Club – 7:00 PM – Town Hall Cont. on Pg. 22

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Lagro banquet registration begins Sign up for the Lagro Alumni Banquet by July 24.

The buffet dinner will be Saturday, Aug. 6, at 5:30 p.m., at the Lagro Methodist Church, with registration beginning at 4 p.m.

Cost is $25 per person. Come early to visit with your friends. All graduates, former students, teachers, and friends are welcome. Send your registration and check to Kie Kirk, 555 N. Miami St., Wabash, IN 46992.

As an added bonus, St. Patrick’s Church will be open for visits and tours from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Lagro Century Club will meet 2 p.m., Thursday, July 21, at the home of Connie Smith. Suzan Hamilton will deliver the program. Members will answer roll call by naming their favorite summer flower. Please remember to bring

food for the Food Pantry at the Community Church.

Beacon Project Spotlight started July 1. With support from you, the Lagro Canal Foundation could earn up to $1000.

You can vote once a day through the month of July.

Step by Step Instructions: 1) Go to Beacon Credit Union https://www.beaconcu.org; 2)Scroll down to “Project Spotlight;” 3) Click on “Cast your Vote;” 4)Select “Wabash County (City of Wabash); 5) Click “Vote Now”; 6) Select “Lagro

Canal Foundation,” enter your email address, and click on “Vote.” Thank you in advance for voting! You can vote each day through July 31.

(Hint: set an alarm on your cell phone to help you remember to vote.) Your vote will help the Lagro Canal Foundation continue making progress.

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 July 24 is “Is This What You Want?” based on Philippians 3:711. Prayer and Bible study is every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Supper will be at Harvey Hinklemeyers, Wabash, at 6:00 p.m.

A Grief Support

group meets at the Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St, Wabash, every Monday at 3:30 p.m.

You are welcome to join them. If you have questions, contact Donna Wendt, 260-782-2160.

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 July 24.

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.

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

Their names need not be mentioned; God knows them by name.

Lagro Happy Birthday: July 21 – Josh Wood; July

NM church plans annual fish fry Join members of the First Brethren Church for their annual fish fry in the park. In addition to fish they will be serving chicken strips from Dan’s fish fry services, coleslaw,

6-12), Children age 5 and under are free. Advance ticket sales $1 off.

Purchase from the church office (407 N. Sycamore St.).

Proceeds from the

meal will go to the LIFE Center in Wabash – a nonprofit offering support to women and families.

VBS AT FIRST BRETHREN: The

North Manchester First Brethren Church will host

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WABASH COUNTY, INDIANA CAUSE NO. 85C01-2207-EU-000071 Notice is hereby given that Janna M. Brubaker was on July 11, 2022, appointed personal representative of the estate of Earl P. Tudoi;-, Jr., Deceased, who died on June 23, 2022.

All persons having claims against said estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in 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 said claims will be forever barred.

Lori J. Draper Clerk, Wabash Circuit Court

7/20, 7/27/22

85C01-2205-EU-000049 NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION In the Circuit Court of Wabash County, Indiana.

Notice is hereby given that Lee E. Bricker and Joseph W. Eddingfield was on the 4th day of May, 2022, appointed as CoPersonal Representatives of the Estate of Lois A. Bricker, deceased, who died on the 19th day of April, 2022.

All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in 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, this 4th day of May, 2022

Attorney For Estate:

Lori J. Draper Clerk of the Wabash Circuit Court For Wabash County, Indiana

Joseph W. Eddingfield, #8421-85 84 West Market Street P.O. Box 294 Wabash, Indiana 46992 (260) 563-1154

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION In the Circuit Court of Wabash County, Indiana.

Notice is hereby given that Terri L. Poole was on the 16th day of June, 2022, appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate of Kim D. Poole, deceased, who died on the 29th day of May, 2022.

All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in 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, this 16th day of June, 2022.

Lori J. Draper Clerk of the Wabash Circuit Court For Wabash County, Indiana Attorney For Estate: Joseph W. Eddingfield, #8421-85 84 West Market Street P.O. Box 294 Wabash, Indiana 46992 (260) 563-1154

STATE OF INDIANA

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7/13, 7/20/22

IN THE WABASH CIRCUIT COURT

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CAUSE NUMBER: 85C01-2206-EU-000065 N RE: THE ESTATE OF LARRY C. WILKERSON, Deceased NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION In the Circuit Court of Wabash County, Indiana.

Notice is hereby given that Drew Wilkerson and Sharon K. Fisher were, on the 20th day of June 2022, appointed personal representatives of the estate of Larry C. Wilkerson, deceased, who died on the 11th day of June 2022.

All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in 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.

Lori J Draper Clerk, Wabash Circuit Court Wabash County, Indiana

Dated at Wabash, Indiana this July 11, 2022.

applesauce, bread, and cookies. They also have some games and maybe an extra sweet treat for the kids from the Children’s Ministry team this year! Ticket Prices (day of): Adults: $11, Kids: $10 (age

85C01-2206-EU-000063

Dated at Wabash, Indiana, this 20th day of June 2022

“MONUMENTAL! Celebrating God’s Cont. on Pg. 23

Larry C. Thrush Thrush Law Office, P.C. One North Wabash Wabash, Indiana 46992 260-563-8485 Attorney for the Estate

25 – Chuck Marion and Sherry Todd.

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

7/13, 7/20/22

Attorney for the Estate: Douglas C. Lehman 8756-85 Douglas C. Lehman Professional Corporation 30 West Canal Street Wabash, IN 46992 (260) 569-0590

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Roann news Aug. 8-Roann Town Board Meeting – 7:00 PM – Town Hall Aug. 11 – Roann Heritage Group – 6:30 PM Please continue praying for Jeff Krom, Jim Pell, Coy Eads, Ken Musselman, Rob Mace, Jim

Huffman, Larry Meyer, Karla Stouffer and our Country. Stay safe and stay healthy.

God bless you all.

Couples celebrating Anniversaries: July 21-Mr & Mrs. Mark Dyson and Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Betzner; July 23-Mr.

Salamonie senior lunch planned for Aug. 1

The Monthly Salamonie Senior Monday Luncheon will be held at noon on Aug. 1 at the Salamonie Lake Interpretive Center.

Anyone aged 50 or older is welcome to attend.

Jim Bickel, an Avo c a t i o n a l Archaeol-ogist from Huntington, will present a program on prehistoric stone artifacts found in Huntington County and Northern Indiana.

He will describe the age of arrow-

heads, the use of tools, weapons, explain the origin and use of flint, and ornamental wear from prehistoric times.

The program begins with a carryin meal at noon.

Guests should bring a side dish to share, a beverage, and their own table service.

The main dish, Mock Steak, is provided by Friends of the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services. A donation will be accepted to help defray costs.

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...continued from Page 20 & Mrs. Troy Baer; July 24-Mr. & Mrs. Bob Fairchild; July 26-Mr. & Mrs. Nick Stuber Birthday celebration goes to: July 20-Sherry

Draper, Kenzi Stafford; July 21Ron Spencer, Kay Hapner, Dana Wright, Bill Bogner; Gina Cussen Brault; July 22-Christine

Chamberlain, July 23-Greg Montel; July 24th-Phil Layman, Mike See; July 25-Josh Langston; July 26Cathy Montel, Dominic

Solorzano I can be reach by e-mail at meyerann@centurylink.n et or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday 10:00

am to 1:00 pm. Also by phone 765-8332614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10:00 AM to appear in the next week paper

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North Manchester news Greatness” on Sunday, July 24 Thursday, July 28, from 6-8 p.m. each evening. Kids age 4 years-entering 6th grade will venture into the American Southwest and learn about God’s greatness and love.

Each night will be filled with awesome songs, Bible adventures, crafts, snacks, crazy games, and fun discussion time with new friends.

Online registration is available on the church website www.nmfbc.org/vb s or paper forms may be picked up from and returned to the church office at 407 N. Sycamore St. or turned in at the check-in table each night.

FIRST BRETHREN UNITE YOUTH CONFERENCE: The 4th annual conference just for teens (grades 7-12) will be on Aug. 5-6 Free food, awesome speakers, great music, games, and lots of fun. Open to ALL incoming 7th – 12th grade students in North Manchester and surrounding communities. Bring your youth group and bring your friends.

Registration and more info at nmfbc.org/Unite THURSDAY’S CHILD: Do you have a newborn?

Thursday’s Child has a lovely gift bag of useful items for you and your child!

We recently changed our inventory to newborn through 4T (some 5T). Diapers, wipes, jackets and other necessities for little ones are also in stock. All items are free, and there are no income requirements! Thursday’s Child is open from 1-4 p.m. on Thursday in the same building as the Thrift Shop (410 N. Market Street).

COME SEE US! 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 Street, N. Manchester.

FARMER’S MARKET: The

North Manchester Farmers’ Market is open Saturdays, 8 a.m. until noon.

The market is located next to Ogan’s Landing, just up South Mill Street from the covered bridge.

Parking is in the gravel lot and handicap parking next to the market stalls. Summer produce is starting to fill the tables of the produce vendors.

Come check out the handicrafts, local

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DRIVE THRU FOC FELLOWSHIP MEAL hosted by the Fellowship of Churches is held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at the Zion Lutheran Church from 4:30-6 p.m.

The church is located at 113 W. Main Street.

Guests should

drive up in front of

the Zion Lutheran

Church for pickup.

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Local Business Directory Continued on page 25

Mike Olinger Sales Representative

Cell 574-930-0534

MWS Construction, LLC Amish Builders

• New Homes • Framing • Roofing • Remodeling • Pole Barns Concrete • Decks • Drywall

Free Estimates • Insured • Licensed Willie: (260) 229-6349

Custom Design and Build

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Call Arlene to advertise here!

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Administrative Assistant Bookkeeping

HF Group, LLC 2 BEDROOM

UNITS AVAILABLE NOW Pet friendly with proper paperwork!

Jamestown Apartments 1 208 W 1208 W.. Fourth Street, Apt. A North Manchester, IN 46962 C all 260-982-7643 Call

Hearing Impaired Only Call TYY 711 Rental Assistance may be available for those who qualify Rent Includes: Water, Sewer and Weekly Trash Removal.

On-Site Laundry Available “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”

North Manchester, IN Position handles various and misc. financial functions including: • Invoicing, Accounts Receivable and Cash receipts posting. Monthly closing journal entries.

Checking account reconciliation. Process credit card payments and instruct customers on ACH methods.

• Occasional customer interface on billing and payment issues.

• Weekly production data reporting.

• Work with corporate accounting department as needed.

Competitive pay.

Benefits including Health Insurance.

Apply with resume via email to: jobs-in@hfgroup.com

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Wabash County CHRISTMAS IN JULY 3Family Barn Sale: July 22, 10am-5pm; July 23, 10am2pm. 7542 E. 250 N., Andrews. Collectibles, vintage, antiques, crafts, games, 2 double seated deer stands (new), holiday decorations, luggage car top carrier, books for all ages, clowns, clothing (large women, young miss, and men’s), Jon boat with trolling motor, industrial size fan, Rehem oil furnace, ATV snow blade, lawn mower snow blade, large upright band saw, tiller, heavy duty lawn sprayer, bedding, dolls, and much more.

Everything priced to sell!

HUGE GARAGE Sale: 6177 W. St. Rd. 114, 1 mile west of St. Rd. 114/15. on 114.Thursday, 4pm-8pm; Friday, 8am-6pm. Closet shelving, new sewing table, desk, small filing cabinet, bunk bed, photo albums, canning jars, old blue jars, CD’s, cassette tapes, Christmas items, Easter & Halloween decor, cut glass, utility shelving, primitive decor, kids books, boys bike, Boyds Bears, women’s clothing.

THURSDAY & FRIDAY, 9am-5pm; Saturday, 9amNoon. 3606 W. Old 24, Old 24 W. beige building and signs. All sizes clothes, furniture, books, lots of miscellaneous.

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FAMILY

RUMMAGE

North Manchester

Sale: 502 Elm St. Friday, 550 N. SPRING Street (on alley behind house).

Thursday, 7/21 & Friday, 7/22, 8am-5pm; Saturday, 7/23, 8am-Noon. Lawn mower, tool cabinet, table saw, gutter brush, boys bike, round card table, books, purses, shoes, ladies clothes (reg. & plus size), men’s clothes & dress suits, TV, toys, American Girl dolls. Lots of miscellaneous!

July 22 & Saturday, July 23,

8am-4pm.

Lots

of

everything! Clothes of all sizes, home decor, tools, and much more.

F R I D AY - S AT U R D AY , 8am-Noon, 643 Seminole Lane. Primitives, dishes, pictures, office supplies, women’s

clothes

0-3X,

shoes, decor, lots of miscellaneous.

405 E. COLLEGE Avenue, North Manchester. Friday Only, 9am-6pm. Cat tower, men’s XL Harley Davidson shirts, ladies Lg. Harley Davidson shirts, assorted ladies clothes, ladies coat, ladies shoes & boots (size 7), purses, little boys clothes (4-6x), small appliances, smokeless grill, Little Tykes kitchen, lots of toys, king size comforters & sheet sets, lots of miscellaneous.

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NM Cont.

Auto

Services

YARD SALE 303 South High St., N.M. Thursday & Friday 8 am – 5 pm

Other Rummage

MEGA COUNTRY YARD SALE: 3507 W. 1000 N., Huntington (See signs on Hwy 114). Thursday, July 21, Noon-7pm (no early sales); Friday, July 22 & Saturday, July 23, 9am7pm. Antiques, primitives, household & more. (See Huntington Tab online for details).

For Wanted

Pets

RUSSELL JACK Yorkiepoo puppies available. Ready for new homes. Text or call for pictures. Pictures of previous litter and parents available as well. 260-571-9746.

For Rent

FOR LEASE: Large duplex unit within walking distance of downtown Wabash, close to churches and library. Nicely renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, fully updated bath, central air. Dryer included. Off-street parking. Non-smokers only.

References and deposit required. Rent negotiable lease. one-year with Available in early August.

Contact 260-982-1877.

HOUSE FOR RENT: 2 $600/month, bedroom, $600/deposit. NO pets, NO smoking. 260-569-1303.

Wanted Coins!

Always Buying Coins, Gold & Silver Jewelry.

50+ Years Experience.

Please call me before you sell!

Tom’ s Coins 260-571-3553

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