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Dick and Jane Leming and their family walk through a line of former students Leming coached in his career. Photos by Lori Overmyer

Dick Leming shows off the Circle of the Corydon award he received (top photo). The sign on the back of the press box (top photo, below), and Leming with the former athletes attending the event.

Dick Leming Field Dedicated to honor coach’s 50-year legacy of excellence

By Lori Overmyer news@thepaperofwabash.com “You are,” roared the Northfield announcer as Dick Leming took the track amid a tunnel former athletes.

“The most awesome,” screamed the crowd of friends, family, alumni, and more than a hundred Coach Leming supporters from around the state.

On Friday night, the Northfield High School track was dedicated as Dick Leming Track to honor long-time track, field, and distance coach Dick Leming. Coach Leming’s career at Northfield spans 53 years and five generations of runners.

The key organizer for this event was Bob Flott. He ran for Coach Leming from 1975 to 1981, ran for Indiana State, and is now an Indiana NCAA official for Track and Field.

“I’ve been working on this night for more than two years, and it’s so fitting that’s it raining. Coach Leming always said of rain, ‘It’s a great day for a cross country meet,’” Flott said.

Tammy Shafer, former runner, added, “He loved to run in the rain. It’s so right there’s a rainbow over the family of Leming’s athletes.”

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Dale family war patriot to be honored Revolutionary War patriot, George Dale, will be honored in a ceremony at Riverside Cemetery, Noblesville, on Saturday, Oct. 16 at 1:30 p.m.

Dale is the fifth great-grandfather of Wabash County residents; Ken, Jim, Tom, Dave, Larry, and Dan Dale; Carol (Dale) Haupert, Nancy (Dale) Niccum, Luann (Dale) Sparks, and Lisa (Dale). Relatives and the public are invited to attend the ceremony.

George Dale signed the Oath of Allegiance in his home state of Virginia in 1777. It is said he was also present at the surrender of Cornwallis in Yorktown in 1781.

He and his wife, Hannah, first moved to Kentucky where Dale exchanged feathers for land at the rate of one pound of feathers for an acre of land. In 1821, the family settled in Hamilton County. Several of the Dale’s 14 children remained in Hamilton County after his death in 1833, and son, Alexander, moved to the Lagro area.

The Horseshoe Prairie Chapter in Noblesville began locating the Revolutionary War patriots buried in Hamilton County as a part of the

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Intertech Holdings acquires Oji Intertech NORTH MANCHESTER – Intertech Holdings today announced the acquisition of Oji Intertech, Inc. The company, which will operate as Intertech Products, Inc. going forward, serves the automotive/transportation and industrial packaging industries, with core competencies centered around compression molding, die cutting, assembly and extrusion coating/laminating.

The company, headquartered in North Manchester with approximately 100 employees and annual sales nearing $30 million, will now operate under the ownership of Wayne Robison, a Northeast Indiana businessman from North Manchester.

“North Manchester is an incredibly special place, and it’s meaningful to me to invest in the town that has provided my family with such a positive sense of community, opportuni-

ty and quality of life for decades. I jumped at the chance to purchase Oji Intertech because it’s a company headquartered in my hometown that is growing and successful with strong leadership and a unique, positive culture,” said Robison.

Rick Sereno, who has served over 30 years at Oji Intertech and has been integral to the company’s success, will continue to serve as President of Intertech Products, Inc. Sereno noted, “It has been an honor to lead the exceptional team at Oji Intertech, and I know our future is bright under the organization’s new ownership. I am thrilled for the opportunity to work alongside Wayne Robison and our leadership team to maintain and grow our business, continue to provide world-class products and service to our customers, and offer an excellent culture for our team

Trout stocking planned The DNR will stock two locations in Fort Wayne and one in Huntington with rainbow trout measuring 12-14 inches long.

In Fort Wayne, Shoaff Park will receive 300 fish, and Spy Run Creek will receive 200.

Memorial Park in Huntington will be stocked.

There will not be any special events associated with the Fort Wayne stockings. Fishing can take place once the

fish have been stocked, which will occur on Oct. 15.

Memorial Park in Huntington will hold a family fishing event on Oct. 16 at 8 a.m. No trout fishing will be allowed before that event. Participants will be asked to register before fishing. Learn more about the event: https://fb.m e/e/4RbtDLliQ. Anglers 18 and older must have a valid fishing license.

members.”

North Manchester Town Manager Adam Penrod said, “Intertech Products is one of the largest companies in North Manchester, employing approxi-

mately 100 people.

The success of industry within a community determines the growth and vibrancy of the area, and it’s exciting to see a successful local business leader invest in the future

of this important company, and ultimately in our community.”

Added Keith Gillenwater, president and CEO of economic development organization Grow Wabash County, “Oji

Intertech, now Intertech Products, has been a major employer and industry partner in Wabash County for over 30 years. The company is known as an innovative, leading lean manufacturing organiza-

tion in Northeast Indiana, and we look forward to maintaining our close working relationship with Intertech Products under its new ownership and the continued leadership of Rick Sereno.”

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Chili Cook-off to take place on Saturday

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com The 18th annual Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Cookoff will take place on Saturday, Oct. 16.

Cooks will begin preparing their chili shortly after 8

a.m., with tasting to begin at noon at Paradise Spring Historic Park.

Admission is $5.

The event didn’t take place last year because of the global pandemic.

Chili committee president Todd Titus said the pandemic “played a role in everybody’s lives, so it obvious-

Leming

Coach Leming’s legacy goes far beyond the winning records and success of his athletes. His method of coaching made his athletes better people.

Jenna Halderman ran for Leming from 2011 – 2015, ran for Purdue, and coached at Northfield when Leming had knee surgery. She took his lessons with her to Purdue and back to Leming’s athletes.

“I was last on the team when I started running, but Coach knows how to motivate runners,” she said. “He makes everyone feel special, so he brings out the best in each runner, no matter their level.”

“I took Coach’s motivational techniques with me to Purdue. He always had us write our goals on a notecard and sleep with that goal under our pillow. It worked in high school, and it worked at Purdue.

Coach knew if we visualized winning, we would win.”

Coach Leming’s has a set of 5 S’s as his steps for success for his runners as they work their way through a season.

The first is Survival and this series lasts six weeks. The idea for the runners to take each day one at a time and to survive each practice.

The second is Stability. In this six-week stage, run-

ly play a role in this, also.”

He isn’t sure how many teams will be on hand this year.

Registration will continue through Saturday.

In addition to the regular chili contest, the Chili Appreciation Society International event will take place as

well. In that, cooks may not use beans in their chili.

This year’s event will benefit 85 Hope, Baber of Wabash County, Blessings in a Backpack, Foundation for Art & Music in Education (FAME), Growing Grounds, the Honeywell Center Educaitonal

Outreach Program, Junior Achievement of Wabash County, the Wabash County Cancer Society and the Wabash River Defenders.

Awards are expected to be presented sometime between 3 and 4 p.m. Saturday.

...continued from Page 1 ners perfect their skills and prepare for success.

The third stage is Success. In this four-week stage runners begin earning personal records and seeing their work pay off.

The fourth stage is Significance.

This stage is the post-season tournament, sectional through state.

The final stage is Smiles. In this stage runners look at all they’ve done and achieved.

Friday night was full of smiles as the new track was dedicated to Leming’s achievements and he was presented with the Circle of the Corydon, an honor presented on behalf of Gov. Eric.

Holcomb to an Indiana citizen who has worked tirelessly on the betterment of the people of Indiana.

While Leming’s alumni referenced their success, more often they referenced how the coach influenced them.

Lott said, “Coach was with us in the midst of our

work.”

Halderman added, “He ran

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North Miami soil teams fare well at 2 events Indiana 4-H and FFA soils evaluation is now underway.

The season starts in August and runs through October with various advancing playoff like contests. North Miami attended the Tippecanoe Valley and Eastbrook invitationals, taking home first in the senior and rookie

team division in both contests.

In the Tippecanoe Valley contest, Nate Wildermuth, Calie France, and Jack Ammerman placed in the top five individuals of the rookie division, and Alaina Weaver, Connor Ammerman, and Audrey Piel were in the top five individuals of the sen-

ior division.

At the Eastbrook contest, Nate Wildermuth, Calie France, Avery Piel, and Jack Ammerman took the top 4 individual spots in the rookie division, and Audrey Piel, Kacie Deardorff, and Calvin Wildermuth all secured top spots in the senior division.

North Miami students participating in the Tippecanoe Valley Soil Invitational were (front, from left) Avery Piel, Landon Thomas. Also (second row, from left), Connor Ammerman, Hannah Miller, Alaina Weaver, Allison Burns, Leann Eckelbarger, Audrey Piel, Kacie Deardorff, Calie France, Jenna Hughes. Also (back row, from left), Taryn Mygrant, Jordan Weaver, Calvin Wildermuth, Nate Wildermuth, Owen Knight, Riley Kling, Jack Ammerman, Allison Smith. Photo provided

Family physician joins Parkview Wabash

A new family medicine physician is calling the Parkview Wabash Health Clinic home. Brian L. Davault, MD, recently joined the team located in the Medical Office Building adjoining Parkview Wabash Hospital and is seeing new patients.

“We are very excited to welcome Dr. Davault,” said Marilyn CusterMitchell, president of Parkview Wabash Hospital.

“He has such a commitment to caring for others, and I know Wabash County families will find him to be a friendly, dedicated, knowledgeable partner in their healthcare.”

Davault completed his residency in family medicine through the Fort Wayne Medical Education Program. He received his medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine.

Davault also attended Indiana University for his undergraduate studies, earning his bachelor’s degree in neuroscience and minoring in Chemistry, Spanish and Italian. His proficiency in those languages, as well as a familiarity with French, has helped him in connecting with people from diverse backgrounds through volunteer activi-

ties. He has taught English as a Second Language to Chin refugees from Burma, chaperoned high school students on a trip to the Dominican Republic, and served as a translator for visiting medical professionals at mobile clinics in local villages

during a monthlong trip to the Dominican Republic with SCORE International.

Davault said he decided to become a family medicine physician because he enjoys working with patients of all ages and developing long-term rela-

tionships with them and their families.

“I love getting to know my patients personally,” said Davault. “Not just in regards to their health, but also in their interests, what their family is like, and their role in the community.”

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New gateway billboard placed outside NM Visit Wabash County is pleased to announce that the updated gateway billboard directing travelers to visit North Manchester has been installed along U.S. Highway 15. This billboard is one of the first visual interactions travelers experience.

“Translating the amenities of North Manchester into a creative display is really thrilling for me,” said Katie Jones, Creative Lead for Visit Wabash County.

“You have four seconds to impact vehicular traffic when they pass a billboard. I knew the graphics needed to translate well and create a sense of place.”

The gateway billboard project is a partnership with the Town of North Manchester and Visit Wabash County as part of an extensive marketing plan to

engage visitors and residents alike.

“The North Manchester community is grateful to Visit Wabash County and the staff for updating the billboard,” said Adam Penrod, Town Manager for North Manchester.

“Physical billboards remain a great marketing tool even as digital marketing continues to expand. The new, colorful sign definitely catches your eye and puts North Manchester into the minds of travelers even if for a brief few seconds.”

Nearly 10,000 vehicles travel north along the Highway 15 every day, with an influx during the summer months due to lake traffic.

“A piece of our marketing scope of work includes a call to action to vehicular traffic to engage with the North Manchester community,” said

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Ebenezer UMC plans soup supper The Ebenezer United Methodist Church will have the annual soup supper from 4:4=30-7:30 p.m.

Oct. 16.

The church is located at the corner of

A worker installs the new billboard. Photo provided

Whitney Millspaugh, marketing and brand manager for Visit Wabash County.

“We understand that our relationship with a visitor starts the moment they enter a community, therefore, gateway signage is critical. It’s one of the first impressions.”

Meridian Road and 1100 N in Miami County.

Soup and sandwiches will be available for a free-will donation.

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Members of the Cooper family posed for a family photograph during their 2021 family reunion. Photo provided

Cooper family gathers for reunion

The Cooper family reunion took place Sunday, Aug. 15, at the Lagro United Methodist Church.

Descendants of Henry Clay and America (Lulu) Cooper had a carryin meal, door prizes and a wagon ride. Gifts were given to the oldest, youngest and the person to traveled the farthest distance to attend.

There were 46 family members in attendance.

They included Joyce Dolak of

Kingston, Tenn.; Ed and Sue Anderson and Doug Anderson of Cambridge City; Sheldon Sutton Jr. and Sienna Sutton of Fort Wayne; Mike Anderson of Indianapolis and Joe Sprong and Sheldon Sutton of Kokomo.

Also, Deb Finch of LaFontaine; Jared Lange, Josh Lange, Dale and Carol Cooper, Linda and Rick Baker and Sam Strange of Lagro; Derrick Anderson of Plainfield; and

Todd and Melesa Eltzroth, and Tiffany, Emily, Bray and Jordan Livesay, Roann.

Also, Deric, Paige

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Fredrick “Bud” Arven, 92

Beverly Neher, 89

Ray Hopkins, 93

U.S. Army veteran

Was foster parent

U.S. Army veteran

Aug. 11, 1929 – Oct. 1, 2021

Nov. 14, 1931 – Oct. 4, 1921

Nov. 12, 1950 – Oct. 5, 2021

Fredrick K. “Bud” Arven, 92, of LaFontaine, passed away at 11:45 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021, at his residence.

He was born on Aug. 11, 1929, in Argos to the late Helen (Arven) Wyckoff.

Bud was a 1947 graduate of LaFontaine High School. He married Sally Kendall on September 24, 1950. Bud served in the United States Army, from 1951 to 1952, during the Korean Conflict.

Bud graduated from Barber School, in Indianapolis, and worked as a barber for 30 years at the OK Barbershop in Wabash. Bud then worked for over 16 years for Wabash County REMC, retiring in 1997. He was a member of the L a F o n t a i n e Christian Church and the American Legion of Wabash, Post 15. Bud loved to travel and most of all he loved his family.

Bud is survived by Sally, his loving wife of 71 years; one son, Brian K. Arven, of Wabash; three daughters, Teresa (Ralph) Skaggs, of Bluffton, Debra (Michael) McKillip, of Wabash and Jacalyn (Gary) Wilson, of Wabash; nine grandchildren, Michelle (Mitch) Snyder, Angie (Brian) Monaham, Nicole (Brian) Hoffman, Matt (Heidi) Skaggs, Brett (Lori) Skaggs, Trent (Heather) Skaggs, Abigail (Luke) Allen, Amelia (Steven) Siders and Derrick (Jenny) Wilson; and 20 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by one infant son.

Private family graveside services will be held at the LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery.

McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, have been trusted with Bud Arven’s arrangements.

Preferred memorials are to the LaFontaine Christian Church, 202 South Bruner Pike, LaFontaine, IN 46940 or to LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery, PO Box 260, LaFontaine, IN 46940.

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

Delores Horne Worked at United Technologies Oct. 17, 1950 – Oct. 7, 2021 Delores Jean Horne, 70, North Manchester, passed away Oct 7, 2021.

She was born Oct. 17, 1950.

Services were Oct. 9, 2021, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

Beverly Jean Neher, 89, North Manchester, passed away Oct. 4, 2021 at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester.

Born on Nov. 14, 1931 in Chicago, Jean was the daughter of the late Arthur and Vira (Peterson) Seidler. When Jean was 3 years old her mother passed away, and her father was unable to care for her by himself. Clifford and Ina (Day) Glass became Jean’s foster parents when she was 4, instilling in her a deep appreciation for foster care.

Later in life Jean became a foster parent to eight children.

Growing up in LaPorte, Jean graduated from Stillwell High School in 1949 and later from Manchester College. During her time at Manchester College, she worked at Heckman Bindery during the summers, where she met Donald Neher. The two were married on Feb. 28, 1953. Jean went on to further her studies and received her Master’s Degree in Education from University of Saint Francis.

She taught at schools in North Webster, Pierceton, Silver Lake, and Thorncreek Township in Whitley County, all in Indiana. She also worked at Sun Metal and Grace Village Retirement Community, both in Warsaw. After retiring, Jean and Don moved to Lakeland, Florida. While there, Jean worked at Polk County Schools and for the Florida State Parks.

Jean loved to relax by sewing and made everything from clothes to over one hundred quilts. She was a member of North Winona Church of the Brethren in Winona Lake, Indiana.

She is survived by her husband, Don Neher, North Manchester; sons, Lee (Mary) Neher, Columbia City, and Duane (Kathy) Neher, Lawrenceburg; daughters, Gail (Steve) Hoke, Plymouth, and Brenda Blacklaw, Bourbon; grandchildren, Amy Yanagiha, Jen Neher, Greg Neher, Heather Howard, Ben Wright, Andy Wright, Trent Furnivale, and Daniele Blacklaw; and foster daughters, Becky Osbum, Sheila Culp, and Lisa Dennis. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Vira Seidler; foster parents, Clifford and Ina Glass; and sister, Eileen Raymond.

A celebration of Jean’s life will be held at a later date.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Jean Neher, memorial contributions may be made to North Winona Church of the Brethren, 2475 East 100 North, Warsaw, Indiana 46582.

The family of Beverly Jean Neher has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.

Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.

Graceanna Ramseier, 89 Retired from Singer-Controls Jan. 9, 1932 – Oct. 6, 2021 Graceanna Royer Ramseier, 89, North Manchester, passed away Oct. 6, 2021.

She was born Jan. 29, 1932.

Visitation is 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Services after calling.

Beverly M. “Bev” Michael, 81 U.S. Air Force veteran.

March 4, 1940 – Oct. 6, 2021 Beverly M. “Bev” Michael, 81, North Manchester, Indiana, passed away Oct. 6, 2021.

She was born March 9, 1940.

Private services will take place at a later date.

McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

Ray K. Hopkins, 93, of Peru, passed away at 2:58 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor East, Wabash.

He was born March 29, 1928 in Huntington, to Marion (Frank) and Mildred Bolinger Hopkins. Ray married Carolyn J. Binkerd on Nov. 12, 1950, in the St. James United Brethren Church in Peru and she survives.

Ray graduated from Butler Township School in 1946 and the Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating Industrial Training Institute in Chicago in 1948. He was a true American Patriot serving God, country and his family in the U.S. Army.

Ray worked for Sears Roebuck & Co in Wabash and Peru for 24 years as a salesman and was a farmer. He was a Butler Township Trustee and Assessor for six years and Miami County Commissioner for 12 years.

Ray was an active member of Richvalley United Methodist Church since 1952 and Gideon International since 1979. He was a member of Farm Bureau and a charter member of Richvalley Lions Club. Ray served on the Miami County 4-H Fair Board in the 1970s and served on the Indiana Regional V Quabache Planning Commission.

Ray was on the Mississinewa Resource Development Association. Ray organized the first Boy Scout Troop in Richvalley, serving as Scoutmaster in the 1950s.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Joyce Cardwell, Betty Flora and brother Marion (Bob) Hopkins and son Michael Ray Hopkins. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn and daughter Vickie (Randy) Thrush of Wabash and grandchildren Sheryl (Matt) Hodson of Wabash, Serena (Jonathan) Acker of Westfield and David (Katie) Thrush of McCordsville, great grandchildren Anna Hodson, Nathaniel Hodson, Aria Thrush, Emery Thrush and Gavin Acker and sisters Lucille Shepler and Sandra (James) Surface.

A service celebrating the life of Ray K. Hopkins took place Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, at the Richvalley United Methodist Church, 290 N. Jefferson St. Wabash, with Pastor J. Robert Clark and Pastor Jack Suits officiating. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery, Miami County. Visitation also was Saturday at the church.

Memorial donations may be made to the Gideons or Miami County Helping Hands.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru, IN 46970.

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Catherine Davenport, 53 Was home health care worker Nov. 16, 1967 – Oct. 6, 2021 Catherine Elaine “Cathy” Davenport, 53, of rural Roann, died at 6:50 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.

She was born Nov. 16, 1967, in Wabash, Indiana, to Bric E. Dome and Linda L. (Graves) McColley.

Cathy married Mark W. Davenport in Wabash, on Nov. 16, 1991. She was a home health care worker. Cathy was a member of Bachelor Creek Church of Christ. She enjoyed flowers, scrapbooking, and quilting.

She is survived by her husband, Mark W. Davenport of Roann; two daughters, Cayla (AJ) Jackson and Heather (Jesse) Elza, both of Fort Wayne; three grandchildren, sisters and brother, Lavada (Woody) Jarrett of Loganville, Georgia, Gregory (Becky) Dome of Pierceton, and Elissa (Bill) Gore of Wabash Coutny, and special friends the Trent Penrod family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Andrew Michael Dome, and her sister, LaDonna Dome.

Funeral services were Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ, 2147 N. State Road 15, Wabash, with Pastor Joel Cogdell officiating. Visitation was Monday, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Burial will be in Roann Community Cemetery at a later date.

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

Jay Bruce Young, 99 Worked as painter Dec. 13, 1921 – Oct. 4, 2021

Jay Bruce Young, 99, North Manchester, passed away October 4, 2021.

He was born Dec. 13, 1921.

There will be no services.

McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

Phyllis Cole, 92 Women’s Bowling Association member June 18, 1929 – Oct. 7, 2021 Phyllis Cole, 92, Converse died Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.

She was born June 18, 1929.

Visitation 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 14 at Raven Choate Funeral Home, Marion. in her home. Services to follow.

The Paper of Wabash County Brent Woodyard, 39 Enjoyed the outdoors May 19, 1982 – Oct. 6, 2021 Brent Andrew Woodyard, 39, of Wabash, died Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, at Parkview Wabash Hospital.

He was born on May 19, 1982, in Covington, Ky., to William “Bryan” Woodyard and Barbara Ann (Martineck) Baum.

Brent worked for Millwright Solutions in Wabash. He enjoyed shooting guns, working and rebuilding engines, riding his motorcycle, hiking, camping, and being outdoors. Brent could always find a friend wherever he went, and was known as someone you could count on. He was the life of the party, quick witted, and was passionate at everything he did. His family and friends are mourning his loss, but they take comfort in knowing he is at peace, and out of pain.

He is survived by his mother and father, Barbara and Mark Baum of Wabash; two daughters, Massey Woodyard and Alliston Woodyard, both of Corinth, Ky.; three siblings, Johnathan Woodyard of Wabash, Bernadette (Andrew) Trapani of Corinth, and Kellie (Daniel) Woodling of Wabash; four step-siblings, Kevin (Misty) Baum of Centerburg, Ohio, Eric (Kaci) Baum of Johnstown, Ohio, Jaimie (Eli) Mann of Gardnersville, Ky., and Brandi (Adam) Gaines of Owenton, Ky.; step-mother, Tammy Woodyard of Somerset, Ky.;, grandmother, Shirley Baum of Decatur, Ill.; great-grandmother, Mitzuko Benge of San Juan Capistrano, Calif.; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins that loved him dearly.

He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, Jack and Dorothy Boots, Kenneth and Hazel Woodyard, Robert “Marty” and Gay Martineck, Forrest Baum, Ervin and Betty Ashcraft, and two cousins.

Visitation and funeral services were Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Jeremy Yeadon officiating. Burial was in Friends Cemetery, Wabash.

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

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Police & fire reports North Manchester Police Department Citations Antonio Martinez-Moyotl, 19, Silver Lake, was cited for no license plate light at 10:41 p.m. Oct. 4.

Tia M. Bickerstaff, 42, Van Wert, Ohio, was cited for driving while suspended at 1:59 p.m. Oct. 2.

Steven H. Hacjsibm, 26, Five Point, Tenn., was cited for no valid operator’s license at 9:27 p.m. Oct. 5.

Arrests John B. Stanton, 51, Mentone, was charged with possession of paraphernalia and possession of methamphetamine at 9:27 p.m. Oct. 5.

Accidents Vehicles driven by Ethan M. Brewer, 22, North Manchester, and Justin R. Fletcher, 32, Fort Wayne collided in the 200 block of East Main Street at 4:15 p.m. Oct. 1.

Fire runs To the 900 block of North Sycamore Street at 8:33 a.m.

Oct. 3 for a medical assist.

Units from North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments responded to an alarm in the 600 block of East College Avenue at 9:19 p.m.

Oct. 3.

To the 600 block of East College Avenue at 9:38 p.m.

Oct. 3 for an alarm.

To the 200 block of South River Road at 8:52 a.m. Oct. 4, for a medical assist.

Units from North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments responded to an alarm in the 400 block of West 7th Street at 2:42 p.m. Oct. 4.

Land Transfers Justin Parker, quit claim deed to Valerie K. Wilcox and Valerie K. Altman.

Herbert Smith and Teresa Smith, quit claim deed to Herbert A. Smith, Teresa D.

Smith and the Smith Family Trust.

Shane M. Overlander, quit claim deed to Shane m.

Overlander and Stormy N. Combs.

Leo W. Leffel, Betty Leffel and Lorin Leffel, personal deed to Joshua Baxter.

Levi E. Allen and Melissa A. Allen, quit claim deed to Levi E. Allen.

Levi E. Allen and Melissa A. Allen, quit claim deed to Levi E. Allen.

Jerry Nelson and Jo Ellen Nelson, quit claim deed, to Samantha France.

Silas B. Zartman and Tenille M. Zartman, quit claim deed to Prost Properties LLC. Todd M. Hiple and Lisa R. Hiple, warranty deed to Mark Maples.

Zachary James Wenrich, warranty deed to Timothy J. Sommers.

James S. Marks, warranty deed to Matthew Straka.

Wabash County Redevelopment Commission, quit claim deed to the Board of Commissioners of Wabash County.

George L. Fleck and Jean E. Fleck, warranty deed to Nathan M. Richardson, Michael E. Richardson and Susan E. Richardson.

Michael E. Richardson and Susan E. Richardson, quit claim deed to Nathan M. Richardson.

Gail Shepherd, quit claim deed to Angela Campbell.

Roy and Kie Kirk Irrevocable Trust and Jennifer Jo Rose, trust deed to Jennifer Jo Rose.

Paul Dean Fouts, and Beverly Kay Vanderpool, quit claim deed to Beverly Kay Vanderpool and Paul Dean Fouts Irrevocable Trust.

Jeanne A. Andersen, warranty deed to Kimberly S. Seibold.

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NM, Goshen women face drug charges The North Manchester Police Department has a woman, Kendra A. Dotson of North Manchester, in custody after they say she was dealing methamphetamine in the North Manchester area.

After a lengthy investigation by the North Manchester Police Department, Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department, Indiana State Police and the Wabash County Drug Task Force, police served a search warrant on Sept. 29, 2021, at a Singer Road residence North Manchester, Indiana after establishing probable cause that Dotson was using the resi-

dence to store and traffic methamphetamine.

Dotson was found to be in possession of approximately 45 grams of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and evidence of dealing methamphetamine. Dotson was arrested at the scene and has been charged with Level 2- Dealing in Methamphetamine, Level 3- Possession of Methamphetamine, and Level 6Maintaining a common nuisance.

Another female, Melissa A. Johnson, of Goshen, Indiana was arrested after leaving Dotson’s on the morning of Sept. 29, 2021.

WCSD Dep. Devin Bechtold located 28

grams of suspected methamphetamine on Johnson’s person during a traffic stop. Johnson was arrested and has been charged with Level 2- Dealing in Methamphetamine, Level 4– Possession of Methamphetamine, Level 6- Unlawful possession of a syringe.

Both females appeared in the Wabash County Circuit Court on Oct. 4, 2021 for their initial hearing. A level 2 felony carries a sentencing range of 10 years – 30 years, with an advisory of 17.5 years.

A criminal charge is merely an accusation.

Every defendant is innocent until proven guilty.

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Russel Richardson II and Katie Copeland.

Dennis E. Gallaway, Decima Gallaway and Decima J. Gallaway, warranty deed to Andrew Brian Mishler.

Stacy Leonda Rental Properties LLC, warranty deed to Ronald Blanton and Carla Morris.

Jean Washam, James W. Vice Jr. and Joan C. Haag, quit claim deed to Joan C. Haag and Carol J. Horn.

Elton Skendaj and Meg P. Gardinier, warranty deed to Samuel H. Renz and Lauren A. Miller.

Arthur L. Gilbert and B. Ellen Gilbert, warranty deed to Daniel R. Kerr.

Patricia J. Betten and Patrica J. Avery, warranty deed to Derrick Avery.

Raymond J. Felgar and Julia L. Felgar, warranty deed to Nicholaus J. Peyton and Rachelle L. Peyton.

Lova Ward, quit claim deed to Christina Cattron, Michael W. Cattron and Candy Cheetham.

Mark A. Phillabaum, warranty deed to Triple MA LCC. Ruth Hall Irrevocable Trust, trust deed to Silas B. Zartman and Tennile Zartman.

Ronnie Watkins and Betty L. Watkins, warranty deed to Ricky A. Dillon.

Dick Tracy, warranty deed to Brent McKillip and Keishia R. McKillip.

McKinley Family Rentals LLC and W. Michael McKinley, warranty deed to North Manchester Rental Properties LLC.

Christina J. Cattron and William E. Cattron Jr., warranty deed to Robert C. Davis and Janet K. Davis.

Janice M. Haney, William R. Summers, Marjorie E. Summers and James D. Summers, personal deed to Bowman Farms GP. Marriage Licenses The Wabash County Clerk’s office issued the following marriage licenses between Sept. 28 and Oct. 5: Erika Michelle Stevens and Cody Jacob Curless.

Alexis Kay Zahler and Eric Matthew Fenton Abigail Marie Coffman and Daryan Dayo Danzy.

Derrik Robbins and Kayla Renae Osborn.

Taylor Ann Mollett and Shane William Branham

Class has 55th reunion: The Wabash High School Class of 1965 had its 55th reunon celebration on Sept. 18 at the Wabash Elks Lodge. Photo provided

Honeywell announces new shows Honeywell Arts & Entertainment has announced the addition of four live performances at the Honeywell Center and Eagles Theatre. Tickets for The Beach Boys Holiday Harmonies, Scooby-Doo! and The Lost City of Gold, Josh Turner, and The Highwaymen go on sale Friday, Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. and are available by calling (260) 563-1102 or online at HoneywellArts.o rg.

The Beach Boys Holiday Harmonies – Saturday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center Most seats at $54, $74; limited premium seating $105 Relive the classic songs that epitomize the California lifestyle: sun, sand, surf, and a simpler time! The Beach Boys launched a string of chart-topping songs that spans fifty years including “Surfer Girl,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” “I Get Around,”

Josh Turner

“Kokomo,” “California Girls,” “Help Me Rhonda,” “Good Vibrations,” and more.

Scooby-Doo! and The Lost City of Gold – Saturday, Feb. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center Most seats $29, $49; limited premium seating $65 Scooby-Doo and his mystery-solving friends are hitting the road in the Mystery Machine!

Catch them live across North America in an allnew live stage spectacular, “ScoobyDoo! and The Lost

City of Gold.”

Josh Turner – Thursday, Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center Most seats $38, $54; limited premium seating $100 Multi-platinum artist Josh Turner is one of country’s most recognizable hit-makers. With a rich, deep voice and distinctive style, Turner has sold more than 12 million units and garnered hits including “Your Man,” “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” “Firecracker,” “Hometown Girl,” and “Time Is

Love.”

The Highwaymen – Thursday, March 3 at 7:30 p.m. at Eagles Theatre Tickets $25, $35 Willie, Waylon, and Cash… relive the magic of three country legends!

The Highwaymen pays homage to Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Johnny Cash as audiences enjoy one hit after performed as if the original musicians are on stage. The Highwaymen will be welcomed by 105.9 The Bash.

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NHS students help others; Students from Northfield High School’s Human and Social Services class unload boxes of cake mix and frosting at the Lighthouse Mission in downtown Wabash. As part of a service project, students at Northfield, along with those at Sharp Creek and Metro North elementary schools collected the mixes and frosting to be used by the Mission for Thanksgiving baskets to be distributed to families. Photo by Joseph Slacian

Leming until it was too hard on his knees.”

Steve Kirtlan ran in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. He said, “He treated all the kids so special. We became better people, it didn’t matter if we were the best or the worst. And now my kids are coaching here using the Leming method.”

Although he didn’t run for Leming, Tim Mylin, Wabash

...continued from Page 3 High School Class of ‘78, came for the ceremony. “We were big competitors in school, and I’d see him at a lot of meets. As I coached, he was always so supportive, and he became my mentor. He had such an impact on the coach I became.”

In addition to naming the track after Leming, a scholarship will be

established in the coach’s name.

Anyone wishing to contribute may make checks payable to the Walker Memorial Fund in care of Howard Halderman, PO Box 252, Wabash, IN 46992.

Following the ceremony on the track, a reception for Leming was in the Northfield High School cafeteria

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Manchester Boy Scout Troop 465 conducted a flag retirement ceremony at the Laketon American Legion grounds Saturday, Oct. 9. as part of the legion's Community Fun Day. A flag retirement ceremony takes place when worn, torn, faded, or badly soiled American flags are "retired" with dignity and respect. The traditional method of retirement is to incinerate the flag in a proper fashion. Troop 465 members Xavier Harting (left) and Peyton Lauer (right) first open and present the flag before gently placing it into the troop's metal fire drum to be incinerated. More than 500 flags were retired Saturday.

Photo by Eric Christiansen

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YMCA hosting food drive for FISH Take the first steps on your wellness journey and join thousands of other YMCA members! Try the Y for free for a 7-day membership and check out all that the YMCA has to offer.

Take a walk on our indoor track, try one of our group fitness classes, spend time on the newly renovated wellness floor, or shoot some hoops in the gym! If you decide to join the Y, your joiner fee can be reduced with donations of nonperishable cans of food.

The Wabash County YMCA is excited to partner

with F.I.S.H. of Wabash County and launch the Annual Try the Y – Canned Food Drive from October 4 to October 31.

In keeping with our dedication and promise to assist all in the Wabash

County community, we are thrilled to continue this for the 2021 fall season,” said Dean Gogolewski, Wabash County YMCA CEO. “The Annual Food Drive not only assists those who would

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YMCA officials are also asking members to donate as well.

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Squires, Knights post football wins

By Eric Christiansen Manchester and Southwood picked up Three Rivers Conference wins Friday, Oct. 8, while Northfield and Wabash both suffered losses.

Manchester 37, Maconaquah 6 Seth Gaerte scored four touchdowns, three on passes from quarterback Brock Casper, and the fourth on an interception return for a score, to lead the Manchester Squires to a dominating 37-6 win over Maconaquah Friday night, Oct. 8.

With a 1-hour late start due to rainstorms, both teams started slow with the only points coming off the foot of Manchester kicker Jackson Austin who nailed a 23-yard field goal for a 3-0 lead.

Austin hit 4-5 extra points on the night, as well.

Casper hit running back Braxton Ream on a short pass, and Ream took it the rest of the way from 43yards out, to give the Squires a 10-0 lead with 11:43 left in the second quarter.

Maconaquah scored to cut the lead to 10-6, but Casper found Gaerte for a 25-yard touchdown in the final minute of the first half to give the Squires a 17-6 halftime lead.

Gaerte started the scoring in the

IHSAA announces sectional schedule The Manchester and Southwood football teams will stay home while Wabash and Northfield hit the road to begin the IHSAA football state tournament.

Manchester (4-3) and Wabash (1-6) compete in Class 2A Sectional 34 as Manchester hosts Bremen (5-3), while Wabash travels to Pioneer (6-2) Friday, Oct. 22.

In the Class 1A Sectional 44, Southwood (4-4) hosts conference foe North Miami (0-8), while Northfield (5-3) makes the trek to Fremont (2-6), also on Friday, Oct. 22.

All games begin at 7 p.m.

second half on a 30yard interception return for a 24-6 Manchester lead.

Casper hit Gaerte two more times for scores, one for 30 yards in the third quarter, and another for 31 yards in the fourth quarter for the final points of the night.

Casper passed for 198 yards on 8-16 attempts with four touchdowns on the night.

Gaerte totaled 122 yards on five receptions, three of them for scores, while Memphis Wood caught two passes for 33 yards, and Ream had one catch for a 43-yard touchdown.

Garrett Sites ran for 34 yards on seven carries.

On the defensive side of the ball, Dominic Lincoln had 17 tackles, followed by Preston Duffy with 16, Josiah Hackworth with 13, and Dylan Stroud with 10, Mason Rooney with five, Bryce Mugford with four, Caden Miller, Justin Hall, and Trevor Dill with three each, Memphis Wood and Kaleb Kline each with two, and Ream, Zavier Sell, Harrison Sturtsman, and

Trace Murphy each with one.

The Squires improved to 4-3 overall and 4-2 in the Three Rivers Conference. They host Peru Friday, Oct. 15 to close out the regular season.

Southwood 35, Whitko 0 Southwood shut out Whitko 35-0 Friday night, Oct. 15, with all scores coming in the first half.

Morgan Lloyd hit Cole Winer for a 58yard pass for the first score of the night, followed by Joey Bland running one in for 10 yards to make it 140.

Lloyd scored on a 10-yard run to close out the scoring in the first quarter with a 21-0 lead.

Lloyd hit Chase Lopez for a 3-yard

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touchdown pass in the second quarter, and Lloyd added to his night with an interception and 39-yard return for the final points of the night.

Southwood improved to 4-4 overall and 4-3 in conference play.

Lloyd passed for 140 yards with two touchdowns on 8-11 passing, as Winer pulled in six passes for 130 yards and one touchdown, followed by Lopez with one three-yard reception for a score, and Bland with one for seven yards.

Lloyd led the team on the ground with 81 yards on eight carries and one touchdown, and Bland ran for 37 yards on five carries.

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side of the ball, Winer led the Knights with nine tackles, followed by Jason Oprisek with eight, Lloyd and Toby Cummins with six each, and Nevan Sharp with five each.

Lopez and Dalton Barney each had four tackles, followed by Gabriel Mealy, and Grant Holloway with three each, Bland and Luke Pershing each with two, and Ethan Bowman,

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4 local teams advance to cross country regionals

By ROY CHURCH Wabash County will be sending four cross country teams and five individual runners on to IHSAA regional action Saturday.

From the Marion Sectional, competed Oct. 9 at Indiana Wesleyan University, the Wabash boys team place third and the Northfield girls team took fifth to advance to the Marion Regional.

Southwood’s Casey Boardman and Northfield’s Layne Denton and Karson Pratt moved on from the boys race and Wabash’s Cali Kugler and Ivy Beamer advanced out of the girls race.

The top five teams and the top 10 individuals not on a qualifying team advance to the next level.

Manchester hosted its sectional this year and advanced both its teams to the regional at Culver Academies. The girls took fourth place and the boys fifth.

Both regional meets will begin at 10:30 a.m.

Admission is $5 per person.

At Marion, the top three boys teams were the same as last year.

Oak Hill won with 38 points, Huntington North was runner-up with 49 and Wabash was third with 87. Rounding out the field was Eastbrook (140), Marion (170), Blackford (172), Madison-Grant (186), Southwood (189), Southern Wells (196), Northfield (213) and Mississinewa (297).

Sophomore Kaden Vogel led the Apaches with a fourth-place fin-

ish behind the winner, Harrison Niswander of Huntington North, and two Oak Hill runners.

Niswander’s winning time was 16:36.21; Vogel came in at 17:05.6.

Freshman Jonas Church finished 14th for Wabash in 18:07.8, freshman Jace Bullins was 18th in 18:20.1, sophomore Nick Perkins was 25th in 18:53.4 and freshman Chase Howard was 26th in 19:00.7. Braydon French was 38th for the Apaches and Kasen Oswalt was 50th in 21:29.1.

It will be Wabash’s sixth straight regional appearance. “We won the sectional and regional titles in 2018, and qualified for semistate four times (2017-2020). And Dereck Vogel (Kaden’s brother who now runs for IU Kokomo) went to state in 2018 and 2019,” Evans said.

Boardman was 16th in 18:15.8 to lead the Knights to its 8th-place finish. He was followed

by Jacob Marlow, 36th in 19:54.6; Luke Andrews, 42nd in 20:23.4; Landon Mitchell, 43rd in 20:32.7, and Devin Danzy, 52nd in 21:52.2.

Denton was 30th in 19:11.7 and Pratt 34th in 19:46.4 to lead the Norse to 10th place. Kamden Carpenter was 40th in 20:06..3; Steven Kowlaczuk, 54th in 21:52.6; Alex Reed, 55th in 22:10.9, and Ryan Brunett, 62nd in 23:17.

In the girls race, Northfield was led by Mara Zolman in 22nd place at 23:44.9 and Trinity Bever in 23rd in 23:47.1. Madeline Moore was 27th in 24:32.7; Ella Gahl, 29th in 24:49.8;

Anna Kissel, 36th in 26:06.3, and Asia Miller, 45th in 27:59.5.

Kugler, a sophomore, advanced for the second straight year with a 24thplace finish in 23:51, while Beamer, appearing in her first sectional, was 31st in 25:12.2.

Junior Grace La Mar was 41st in 26:35.6.

Addison Wiley of Huntington North was the winner in 19:28.7, leading the Lady Vikings to the team title with 24 points. Eastbrook was runner-up with 69 points, Oak Hill third (71), Blackford fourth (96) and Northfield fifth (133).

Southern Wells was sixth (137), Marion seventh (176) and MadisonGrant eighth (218).

In North Manchester, the Lady Squires were led by two freshmen, Kadence Fox, who was sixth in 20:47.7, and Ayla Cashdollar, who was 13th in 21:12.3. Rounding out the scoring was Josie Briner, 22nd in 22:03.5; Kambree Cashdollar, 30th in 23:12.4 and Evyn Fox, 35th in 24:09.8.

Rounding out the Manchester contingent were Miriam StrubleHedstrom, 42nd in 24:59.2, and Ashley West, 50th in 28:00.7.

Sophomore Josefina Rastrelli of No.16-ranked Warsaw won the race in 19:28.5, leading her team to victory with 31 points.

Rochester, the Three Rivers Conference champion a week ago, was runner-up with 60 points, Culver Academies was third (64), Manchester fourth (93), Plymouth fifth (125) and Caston sixth (159).

Five schools did not have complete teams.

At North Manchester, Warsaw also won the boys title with 34 points.

Culver Academies was runner-up with 57, Plymouth third (73), Rochester fourth (90) and Manchester fifth (109).

Caston was sixth (175), Tippecanoe Valley seventh (197) and Triton eighth (221).

Junior Raven King led the Squires, finishing 12th in 18:05.8. Code Jones was 20th in 18:34; Lane Stetzel, 24th in 19:10.7; Jacob Hesting, 25th in 19:11.5; Kyler Dale, 28th in 19:23.9; Caden Marcum, 32nd in 19:48.2, and Caleb Smith, 39th in 20:58.1.

Samuel Tullis, a Culver Academies senior, won the race in 16:44.

Manchester, under 15year head coach Jody Sarber, also advanced both teams last year.

Coming to the Marion regional from Bellmont will be Bellmont, Bishop Luers, Norwell, Bluffton and Woodlan for the boys race and Fort Wayne South Side, Norwell, South Adams, Adams Central and Woodlan on the girls side.

Joining the Culver regional from Logansport will be Northwestern, Lewis Cass, Western, Pioneer and Winamac on the boys side and Western, Maconaquah, Winamac, Lewis Cass and Northwestern in the girls race.

Qualifiers from Marion advance to the New Haven Semistate on the Huntington University course and Culver qualifiers proceed to the New Prairie Semistate.

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pass, and Derrick Smith and Bowman each recovering fumbles.

Southwood improved to 4-4 and 4-3 in TRC play.

They will host undefeated Tippecanoe Valley Friday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m.

Peru 34, Northfield 7 Peru dominated the Northfield Norse Friday night, Oct. 8, in a 34-7 conference win.

The Tigers led 7-0 after one quarter and

Isaak Byers races to the ball in Wabash's win over Blackhawk Christian Saturday, Oct. 9. Photo by Eric Christiansen

Wabash boys win first-ever soccer sectional crown

By Eric Christiansen echristiansen@nmpaper.com Wabash boys soccer coach Bill Benysh knew his team a chance.

Leading a program that is just in its sixth year of existence, the Apaches won its first sectional championship in a nail-biting 1-0 win over Blackhawk Christian Saturday afternoon, Oct. 9.

Wabash needed just one goal, and that came from Sol France, ten minutes into the second half, when he found a window from 18 yards out.

“This is great,” Benysh said. “Sol is a finisher – just a dominant player wherever we put him on the field. “ After we got ahead, I asked him to get back and play more defense, and that’s exactly what he wanted to do.”

Defense was what Wabash needed over the last 30 minutes of the contest, and it’s what they got.

Goalkeeper Greyson DeBoard made save after save as Blackhawk desperately tried to tie the game.

“Greyson is amazing – another selfless player,” Benysh said. “He was not our goalkeeper three seasons ago, but we came to him and said we needed him to try this. He did a great job.”

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Peru added a touchdown in each of the third and fourth quarters before Northfield got on the board.

Jacob Snyder scored the only points for the Norse on a 2-yard run with 2:44 left in the game.

Northfield was held to 123 total offensive yards on the night.

Jake Halderman passed for 54 yards on 5-11 attempts, with Eli Kroh and Mason Fisher each catching

two passes, Kroh for 34 yards, and Fisher for five yards, and Jaxton Peas caught one pass for 15 yards.

Halderman ran for 48 yards on 12 carries, while Jaydan Goshert picked up 27 yards on eight carries, followed

by Snyder with 23 yards, Peas with 18 yards, and Mason Fisher with two yard.

Defensively, Snyder led the way with 12 tackles, followed by Goshert with 10, Jordan Kinsey with

nine, Kevin Buzzard with six, Ross, Fisher, with three, Kroh, Higgins, and Ashton Good each with two, Turner Stephens, John Clark, Mason Osborn, and Cody Copeland with one each.

The Norse dropped to 5-3 overall and 5-2 in conference play, with the loss knocking the out of contention for a share of the Three Rivers Conference title.

Northfield travels to North Miami Friday, Oct. 15 for a 7 p.m.

kickoff.

Tipp Valley 55, Wabash 0 TRC-leading Tippecanoe Valley had no trouble with Wabash in a 55-0 win Friday night, Oct. 8.

Valley led 15-0 after one quarter, and 27-0 at halftime, before scoring three times in the third quarter, and one final score in the fourth quarter.

Izaak Wright passed for 49 yards on 9-20 attempts, with Trevor Daughtry hauling in

four passes for 22 yards, while Antonio Grant and Brayden Sickafus each had two receptions, and John Moore had one.

Andrew Dillon led the Apaches on the ground with 28 yards on eight rushes, while Grant had one 27-yard rush, and Wright had four yards on two carries.

Wabash dropped to 16 and 1-4 in TRC play.

They travel to Whitko this Friday night, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m.

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The Wabash boys soccer team shows off its trophy. Photo by Eric Christiansen

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momentum going in the first half, but we didn’t up and just kept going and going.”

The Wabash midfield of Sol France, Kolton Wilson, and Alvaro Martinez, along with centerbacks Andrew Dinkins and Will Galley, denied Blackhawk’s threats and chances at the goal.

“The last few years, the other teams were just so dominant,” Benysh said. “This year, we just kind of looked at it and said ‘this is ours to take.’”

Wabash (10-4-1) will host Carroll (Flora) (15-2-2) in the regional semifinals at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 14.

The winner of that contest will face the winner of Park Tudor and Liberty Christian at Taylor Saturday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m.

First round Wabash 5, Lakeland Christian Academy 0 The Wabash Apaches picked up the programs first sectional victory, dominating Lakeland Christian Academy 5-0 Thursday night, Oct. 7.

The Apache defense was on full display throughout the night in the shutout, while Wabash spread out

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their goals throughout the 80 minutes of play.

Wabash took a 1-0 lead when Jacob France received a pass from Sol France from 12 yards out for a goal 13 minutes into the game.

Later in the first half, Jacob France headed a free kick from Sol France past the LCA keeper to give the Apaches a 2-0 lead.

In the second half, Martinez scored his first goal of the season by heading in a Troy Guenin-Hodson corner kick for a 30 lead.

Devin Coffman made it 4-0 on a pass from Wilson for his first career goal, and Jacob France closed out the scoring by earning a hat trick as he drove from midfield, into the penalty box, and scored his third goal of the match.

DeBoard ended the night with four saves and a shutout in goal.

Class 2A Sectional (Canterbury) No. 11 Culver Academies 3, Manchester 1 The Manchester boys soccer team stayed close with Class 2A No. 11 Culver Academies in the opening round of the Canterbury

Sectional Tuesday night, Oct. 5, but two late goals from the Eagles ended Manchester’s season with a 3-1 loss.

Culver took a 1-0 lead on a rebound that slipped past Manchester goalkeeper Kolby Haecker with 15 minutes, 46 seconds left in the first half and took a 1-0 lead into halftime.

Manchester tied the game with 17:50 remaining in the second half when a pass from midfield rebounded off a Culver defender and Owen Kruschwitz found the ball on the bounce and scored to tie things up 1-1.

Culver controlled the ball for much of the contest, but the Squire defense and Haecker kept the Eagles from scoring just the one goal for 69 minutes and 59 seconds.

But at the 70 minute mark, Culver took the lead with a goal, and added an insurance goal with 3:07 remaining to seal the win.

The Squires managed just two shots on goal while Haecker had 15 saves on the night.

Manchester ends the season with a 96 overall record and a share of the Three Rivers Conference title.

After both teams went into suddendeath penalty kicks in their respective first-round matches of the Wabash Sectional earlier in the week, it appeared that the Manchester and Wabash girls soccer teams would be heading into extra play in the championship match Saturday, Oct. 9.

Instead, with the scored tied 1-1 with less than four minutes left in regulation, Manchester’s Molly Schannep gave the Lady Squires a 2-1 lead and Wabash broken hearts Manchester head coach Jen Birch gave all credit to her players after the match.

“It’s just the heart of the team,” Birch said. “They worked hard, they wanted it, and they showed up when it mattered. I hope we keep it going.”

Manchester took a 1-0 lead with 11:52 left in the first half on a goal from Aymia Miller off a rebound shot by Campbell Bolinger.

Wabash’s Rylee Yoakum tied the match at 1-1 on a breakaway goal with 7:10 left in the second half.

But with 3:58 remaining, Molly Schannep scored off of a corner kick from her cousin Hadley Schannep, getting the ball past Wabash goalkeeper Hannah Layne for a 2-1 Manchester lead.

“The girls kept their heads up and battled right back,” Birch said. “We had a couple of nice opportunities and we held them off in the last few minutes.”

The Lady

Manchester's Hadley Schannep tries to get through Wabash Maddie Von Uhl (9) and Kalista Ballschmidt (23) in the sectional championship match Saturday night, Bolinger, who finApaches forced the ished the shot for issue in the final Manchester. minutes, taking Blackford counmultiple shots, but tered in the second Manchester goalhalf to tie the keeper Kindra match at 1-1 and Stetzel and the forced overtime.

Manchester After going scoredefense denied less in overtime, Wabash until a the teams went to final clear-out penalty kicks with allowed the Lady Squires to start cel- each team getting five chance to ebrating. score.

“I’m still shakHannah Eberly ing,” Stetzel said. missed the first “I think everybody shot off the post, came out wanting and Hadley to win. We just Schannep was gave it their full stopped by effort the entire Blackford’s keeper. game, and I just Ella Clifford and couldn’t be happiCampbell each er.”

Manchester hosts scored, but Stetzel’s shot went wide, Blackhawk leaving the Christian in the shootout tied 2-2, first round of sending the teams regional to the second round Wednesday, Oct. 13. and sudden-death.

First Round Addison Manchester The Lady Squires Brubaker missed her shot but qualified for the Blackford also championship missed, keeping game with a heartManchester’s hopes pounding suddenalive. death shootout and London Spangle came away with a win over Blackford. scored to give the Lady Squires the Manchester conadvantage, and trolled the ball for when Blackford much of the first missed its next half and took a 1-0 shot, Manchester lead when Miller celebrated the win. sent a cross pass to

Wabash In the second shootout of the night, the Wabash Lady Apaches advanced to the sectional championship match by defeating Eastbrook in a sudden-death shootout, The win was Wabash’s first sectional victory in the program’s history.

After a scoreless first half, Wabash took a 1-0 lead early in the second half with a breakaway goal from junior Rylee Yoakum.

The Lady Apaches held onto the one-goal lead late in regulation but Eastbrook tied the contest at 1-1 and the teams went into two 7-minute overtime periods.

Neither team scored in the extra 14 minutes, sending the hopes of both teams into a shootout.

Kalista Ballschmidt scored Wabash’s only goal in the shootout, but goalkeeper Hannah Layne made four stops and allowed just one goal, sending the teams into a sudden-death situation.

Sophomore Maddi Von Uhl was up first and fired a shot past the Eastbrook keeper.

All Apache eyes were on Layne and she made a save, sending Wabash into the sectional championship game.

Layne had 38 saves on the night.

Manchester’s girls soccer team shows off the trophy it won at the Wabash sectional. Photo by Eric Christiansen

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Volunteers are also needed for our events. If you would like to participate, please contact Jerry Nelson at 765-348-6557.

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The Northfield Class of 1971 will be celebrating its 50th class reunion on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Class members are invited to meet at the Roann Community Building at 3:30pm for a tour of the Stockdale Mill.

Following the tour, the class will enjoy a pizza party, salad, dessert and soft drinks. Please bring photos and mementos to share with classmates. If anyone knows of classmates who attended school with the Class of 1971 but for any reason did not finish school with us, please pass on this invitation. If you have questions, please call Dan Swihart at 317-9738062 or Susie (Speelman) Snyder at 260-568-1982.

ROANN COMMUNITY Heritage upcoming events: Roann’s Community Heritage Main Street will have a Baked Potato Bar on Saturday, Oct. 16 at the Roann Community Building. Join us for lunch from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Freewill donation. It will also be your last opportunity to purchase tickets for our annual Opportunity Drawing. The drawing will be held near the end of the meal – you need not be present to win.

Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. They may be purchased before the 16th at Bailey’s Pizza Parlor, Log Cabin Antiques or Mom & Pop’s Jazzy Junk.

Proceeds will go toward the Lamp Post Project.

The annual Winter Market will be held on December 4. We still have room for a few more vendors. The vendors will be set up in the Community Building and the Town Hall and will be open from 9am to 3pm. Watch for

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Roann news served and a drawing was held for a wood glider, donated by Keith. The winner was Mason Meyer. Thanks to everyone who came and helped celebrate this milestone.

PASTOR WAYNE Balmer of the Roann United Methodist Church sermon for Oct. 17th will be taken from John 20:24-29 titled “Hope for the Doubter”. You are invited to worship in person or on Facebook at 9am.

ROANN TOWN Board has announced Trick or Treat hours will be Saturday, Oct. 30th from 5pm-8pm.

UPCOMING DATES: Oct. 12 – Roann Town Board meeting, Town Hall, 7pm; Oct. 14 – Roann Heritage Group, 6:30pm; Oct. 16 – RCH Baked Potato Bar, Roann Community Building, 11am-2pm; Oct. 18 – Festival Meeting, Town Hall, 7pm; Oct. 28 – Happy Homemakers at Nancy Shafer’s, 9am; Oct. 30 – Trick or Treat hours, 5pm-8pm.

OUR PRAYERS go out to Don Stevens, Rob Mace, Jo Ellen Nelson, Lowell Burrus, Betty Boyer, Coy Eads, Rhonda Van Buskirk, Idell Smith, Dan Hunter, Cheryol Crull and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy.

God bless you all.

WE WANT TO send a special birthday greeting to two of Roann senior citizens who are celebrating birthdays next week, Ruth Vigar and Joe Howard. May your birthday be a blessed day.

CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: Oct. 13 – Willa Sinclair; Oct. 14 – Ruth Vigar, Norma Bogner, Abby Layman, Natalie Deck, and Katie Solorzane; Oct. 15 – Cindy Hall, Owen Stakeman, and Quintenn Vigar; Oct. 16 – Amanda Foust; Oct. 18 – Kyle Blackburn and Joe Howard; Oct. 19 – Phillip Draper, Eric Scholes, Donna Harman, and Micah Higgins.

PASTOR ROB’S Thoughts for this week: 15 In my vain life, I have seen everything. There is a righteous man who perishes in his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who prolongs his life in his evildoing. 16 Be not overly righteous, and do not make yourself too wise. Why should you destroy yourself ?

(Ecclesiastes 7:15-16)

There are two things to consider with righteousness. There is the good moral way of life which we call righteousness. The other aspect of righteousness is being made right with a holy God. One is a way of life and the other is a position in relationship.

What is important to understand is how the two relate. Our society is all about doing right in whatever form they see is morally right, and are trying to achieve it. God’s word lays out a moral lifestyle and calls followers of Jesus Christ to walk in righteousness. There are two condemning directions here. One is the danger of unrighteousness that leads to death. God’s wisdom leads to life, peace, and rest but doing that which is contrary puts us in a lifestyle that harms and hurts. Our natural desires are not necessarily good for us and must be tested with God’s desires.

The other danger is self-righteousness.

...continued from Page 16 Self-righteousness is man-made moral acts that mankind tries to follow and make themselves look good before God and man. The main concern with self-righteousness is it does not accomplish what it was meant to do. Righteousness can be manipulative and give a false sense of pride. People want others to like them and give a sense that they are good. Others give up on doing right because they feel it is a hopeless pursuit.

Reality shows the impossibility of being righteous consistently.

Also, if we are not right with God, then we face eternal separation from God. The secret to righteousness as an act is found in a relationship with Christ.

Righteousness finds its origin in being transformed into the image of Jesus Christ. Our hearts are deceitfully wicked and scriptures tell us that there is none righteous in this life. If we are to be right with God, then

we need to confess Jesus as Lord and Savior and allow the work of the indwelling Spirit of God to transform our heart and mind in Christ Jesus.

So, it starts with a position on God. But God who is faith and just has provided a way for us to be righteous before his holiness. As we surrender our life and hearts desire to him, we then grow in righteous which is an act.

Even in Christ we still are affected by our sin nature. This hinders our ability to walk in righteousness.

When we commit to God’s way, he empowers us to walk in it.

Our heart desires are replaced with his desires which is holiness. Holiness is a growth process in which we are made holy.

So don’t be selfrighteous or unrighteous because this will never make you right with God. Accept the grace of God through his son Jesus Christ as your savior. As you

become a new creation, you are made right with God. Then God will change your heart and empower you to walk in righteousness.

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Noodle know-how

By Laura Kurella When colored pastas first showed up at the grocery store, I was skeptical about their texture and taste so, whenever I saw them, I would suddenly hear Dionne Warwick’s voice in my head singing, “Walk on by,” and did!

Eventually, I ran into this pasta type at a public function and found it to be delicious, which made me curious about how it compared nutritionally to plain white pasta, a discovery that was eye-opening!

Turns out that the typical tricolor rotini you find in the grocery store gets its green color from dehydrated spinach powder, its red color from dehydrated tomato or beet-root powder and, its plain color from the durum semolina wheat.

Sadly, these nutritious-sounding coloring agents do not

add significant nutrients. In fact, the nutrition of the tri-color rotini is close to that of plain white pasta.

On the upside, there are now pastas that are coming out with more actual vegetables infused – not just colors. These pastas do indeed help improve both flavor and nutrition.

This is a step in the right direction because in addition to adding interesting new flavors and textures, adding vegetables in place of refined wheat flours to pasta can in many cases make them gluten free, higher in fiber, and loaded with nutrition not ordinarily found in traditional pastas.

Alternately, whole wheat flours contain all three parts of the grain: the bran and germ, which is the nutrient-rich outer layer and sprouting section of the seed; and the endosperm, which

is the large, white, starchy center.

During the refining process, the nutrient-rich bran and germ are forced out of the grain, leaving just the starchy endosperm behind.

It is only when the wheat is kept whole that it possesses the most nutritional benefits, including vitamin E, major B vitamins, antioxidants, appetitesquashing fiber, protein, and healthy fats that reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease, type II diabetes, cancer, and digestive issues.

Today’s chickpea pastas offer superior protein, fiber, and nutrition with a taste that is near to traditional pasta, making it perfect for those who want their pasta to taste more traditional.

With today’s market offering so many different pasta options there is simply no tastier time to walk on over to the other side of

Today’s colorful, flavor-infused pastas (when made using quality ingredients) can improve health, taking this Tomato Herb Cream Sauce to a better level of nutrition and taste! Stylist/Photographer: Laura Kurella that pasta shelf. I betcha Dionne Warwick already did!

Here now are some superb sauce ideas to smother whatever pasta you eat. Enjoy!

Smooth TomatoHerb Pasta Sauce 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 medium onion, chopped 28 ounces diced tomatoes or 4 medium tomatoes, diced 1 teaspoon cane sugar 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon unrefined sea salt 3 cups penne pasta 1/2 cup whipping cream In a skillet over medium high heat, saute onion and garlic in oil. Add tomatoes, sugar, basil, oregano, salt. Bring to a boil, then sim-

mer 20-25 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook pasta to al dente.

Stir cream into sauce and heat through.

Approximate servings per recipe: 6.

Creamy Garlic Pasta 1-pound dry penne rigate, cooked as directed, drained, and kept hot 2 tablespoons butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons flour 3/4 cup chicken broth 3/4 cup milk 2 teaspoons parsley flakes Unrefined sea salt and black pepper, to taste 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese In a medium sauce pan, melt butter and add garlic.

Cook over medium for 1 minute. Add flour and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in

broth and milk and cook, stirring frequently, until sauce boils and thickens.

Add parsley, salt, pepper, and cheese.

Stir until cheese melts. Toss hot pasta with sauce and serve immediately.

Approximate servings per recipe: 6.

Silky Vodka Sauce 1-pound dry penne pasta, cooked al dente 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped 28 ounces cans crushed tomatoes 1 pinch hot pepper flakes 3/4 cup vodka Unrefined sea salt and black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 3/4 cup heavy cream

Parmigiano Reggiano cheese In a skillet over medium high heat, combine olive oil and onions. Cook until onions are translucent then add garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low then add red pepper flakes cook 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes then raise heat to medium and bring pan to a boil. Add vodka and a pinch of salt and pepper then simmer, uncovered, for about 8 minutes. Add cream and lower heat, add drained pasta, and toss in parsley. Stir to coat well and grate a generous amount of parmesan into the pasta using our micro plane grater. Serve immediately sprinkled with more parmesan and red pepper flakes.

Approximate servings per recipe: 8.

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The Southwood High School class of 1970.

Southwood 1970 Class reunion was held on Oct. 2, 2021.

This event took place at the Urbana Community building.

The class started out with a tour of Southwood’s halls and classrooms the class once occupied. Members said that the school has not changed very much. There have been a few new changes such as a new section of gym and between the school and the Industrial Arts building; they also enclosed the breeze way. I can remember crossing from the main building to the Industrial Arts building during winter.

Needless to say, you didn’t take it slow with the wind and snow blowing.

Upon completion of the tour the class was greeted at the Urbana Community building with a welcome and a delicious meal with all the trimmings plus deserts. Michael Snell even wore a copy of his high school cords with cartoon characters, but not all characters were from the original cords. Still this was very cool none the less. Mike

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also wore a vest that displayed a Knight with a lance on a horse.

The reunion went very well with classmates enjoying the meal, socializing and reminiscing about their days in high school.

There were 28 classmates and around seven spouses who attended. Over the years the 1970 class has lost several classmates due to death and they will not be forgotten.

The class praised Mike and Bonita Snell for all the work they did in preparing everything for the reunion.

Bonita and I want to thank some of the classmates who helped with the decorations, tables and chairs, helping in getting the food ready to be served and a big thank you to Raejean

(Vorhees) Jacks for jumping in and doing the dishes.

That in itself was a big help. Yes, it was a good day to see and talk to classmates. Southwood’s committee that set this up would like to thank everyone that could attend and to let them know that the class of 70 will do this again.

Breakfast Bunch met at the Fried Egg on Oct. 6, 2021. This group tries to meet every Wednesday around 7:30 a.m. Those attending were Pat McNabney, Tom and Joyce Wilcox and Larry and Nancy Meyer. If you are interested in seeing what this bunch is all about, come on down some Wednesday morning and have breakfast with them. I’m sure they wont turn you away.

Prayer concerns: Julie Miller, Marilyn Karns, Lowell Karns, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie, Ruth Summers, Terry Knee, Paxton Wright, Ava Gibson, Jan Fitch, Jim and Pat Hartley, Coy Eads and his parents and

sisters, Joni Fox. Our nation and the leaders, our military personnel, our frontline responders, health providers. If anyone would like to have their name added or removed from prayer concerns, please contact me.

Condolences to the Arden Biehl family and friends from the Urbana Lions and the Urbana Community.

Date reminder: The Urbana Streetlight Committee will be hosting the Urbana Halloween Car & Truck show to be held this Saturday October 16, 2021.

This show is to raise funds for the Urbana Streetlights. Come and show your vehicle and support Urbana. The entry is $10.00. There will be several raffles, door prizes, dash plaques, goody bags, candy guess and a costume contest open to the public at no charge.

The Urbana Lions will have the Snack Shack open and restrooms are available. Come on down and show your support, admire the vehicles and enjoy the day.

City accepting school board applications Deadline to apply at City Hall is Friday, Oct. 29

The City of Wabash is accepting applications for two Wabash City School Board appointments.

The appointees will begin service on Jan. 1, 2022 and

serve for four years.

Application forms are available from Mayoral Assistant Beverly Vanderpool at City Hall, 202 S. Wabash St, through Friday, Oct. 29, 2021.

Applicants must

live within the Wabash City Schools District to be considered.

Members wishing reappointment MUST complete a new application.

Applicants will be

interviewed in a public meeting.

The deadline to return all applications to Vanderpool at City Hall, is noon, Friday, Oct 29.

The Izaak Walton League/North Manchester Chapter will hold Prize Shoots on the following Sundays, beginning at noon: October 24 & 31.

Cash prizes (split the pot). $3 entry fee per round, youth $2. Location is the club grounds just north of Liberty Mills, follow the green and yellow signs.

Refreshments will be available.

Everyone is welcome to participate or simply enjoy the event and our club grounds - we are “family friendly.”

Drawing for the winner of a Henry “American Eagle” rifle will be at the Oct. 31 shoot; tickets available from any club member.

These “turkey shoots” are fundraisers to support our local club projects. The Izaak Walton League of America a national conservation organization dedicated to clean air, clean waters, and wise stewardship of our land and natural resources.

More information about IWLA available at the shoots.

NM ROTARY CLUB SELLS HOLIDAY WREATHS: The Rotary Club of North Manchester is taking orders for live holiday wreaths to be personally delivered the week before Thanksgiving. The club will take orders in front of Neighborhood Fresh from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturdays –Oct. 16, 23 and 30.

Volunteers will take orders at the North Manchester Farmers Market in October. For more information about wreaths, email RotaryWreaths2021 @gmail.com or ask any North Manchester Rotarian. The Rotary Club of North Manchester has served North Manchester since 1939 through donations to community

organizations and hands-on service.

Because of COVID19, it currently meets at 6:30 p.m.

Thursdays on Zoom.

AMERICAN LEGION AUXILARY SERVES BREAKFAST: The Laketon American Legion Auxiliary will be serving breakfast, 6 to 11 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., on Mondays throughout October at the Blue Bird Cafe, Main St., Laketon. Any questions? Call Thelma Butler, 260-438-0341.

CLUB RIOT AT FIRST BRETHREN CHURCH: The North Manchester First Brethren Church will host “Avalanche Ranch” each Tuesday in October from 6:307:45 p.m. for kids age 4 years-entering 6th grade. Each of the first three nights will have

great songs, exciting Bible stories, crafts/ games, snacks, and fun discussion time with new friends learning from God’s Word. The fourth Tuesday will be “Family Flannel Night” for the whole family!

Everyone is invited to join in at the First Brethren Church building located at 407 N. Sycamore St. in North Manchester.

If questions, call the church office at 260-982-6457 or visit the website www.nmfbc.org 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.

FALL HOURS FOR FARMER’S MARKET: The North Manchester Farmers Market will be open on Saturday mornings from 9 am to Noon thru the end of October. The marContinued on Page 20

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WABASH COUNTY, INDIANA CAUSE NO. 85C01-2109-EU-000081 Notice is hereby given that Nicci Rae Cornett was on September 24, 2021, appointed personal representative of the estate of DANIEL 0.

WILLIAMS, Deceased, who died on September 17, 2021.

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.

Dated at Wabash, Indiana this September 24, 2021.

Lori J. Draper Clerk, Wabash Circuit Court Larry C. Thrush Thrush Law Office, P.C. One North Wabash Wabash, Indiana 46992 260-563-8485 Attorney for the Estate 10/6, 10/13/21

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ket is located at Ogan’s Landing on S. Mill St. down the street from the covered bridge.

Parking will be in the gravel lot with Handicap parking beside the market (watch for signs).

MANCHESTER MEALS-ONWHEELS provides meals prepared according to the dietary needs, as recommended by their physician.

Each weekday between 11 a.m. and 12 noon a hot lunch and a cold evening meal are delivered by volunteer drivers to the client’s homes.

Clients can choose how often to receive meals. To sign up for meals call the office at 260-982-6010 and talk with an office volunteer or leave a voice mail message.

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

Closed Sundays and Mondays.

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

THURSDAY’S CHILD located at 410 North Market St., next door to The Thrift Shop, serves the youngest among us.

Thursday’s Child has tons of lovely clothing sizes infant through 4T and some 5T. They also have diapers, wipes, blankets, shoes, etc.

Everything is FREE. Thursday’s Child is open on Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m.

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

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LAFONTAINE LIONS Charles McKinley and Lion Jerry Wilson presented dictionaries to Southwood Elementary School on Tuesday Oct. 5.

Small Town Expo scheduled for Nov. 6 The LaFontaine Small Town Expo 10 on Nov. 6 is going to bigger than ever this year.

Organizers would love for you to enjoy the day in LaFontaine beginning with a quilt show at 9:00 in the Learning Center 207 N Wabash Ave. Vendor sales, bidding for beautifully decorated trees, lunch and entertainment will be at the same location. The trolley will be available at 11:00 to take you to Grant Creek Mercantile, the Parker Building, or the Troyer Library. Awesome nativity sets will be displayed in the Parker Building for you to enjoy and have a chance to win one. Information about the museum, Chester Troyer, and activities for children will take place in the library. The grand finale will be a live nativity pilgrimage from the library to the Parker house where Mary and Joseph will be joined by live animals and other characters. A fully stamped passport earns a keepsake souvenir for the first 100.

LAFONTAINE CHAPTER ORDER F THE EASTERN STAR met for its October meeting with Worthy Matron Jean Sneed presiding. Leila Ferguson, District Deputy, was a guest. She encouraged members to attend the Inspection next month at Royal Center. Some Exciting things will be happening for our District. JoDee Dale, our newest member was introduced and welcomed. A collection was taken to purchase wreaths to be placed at the Marion National Cemetery through Wreaths across America.

A total of 15 wreaths will be purchased.

Members are planning to assist Ivy Chapter in North Manchester with an Initiation Ceremony and also to attend their Halloween Friends Night. Members were also encouraged toto attend the District Meeting at Royal Center, also with a Halloween theme, later this month.

Our November 1st meeting will be a carry-in dinner at 6 with the meat and drinks furnished. Following the dinner, 25-year awards will be presented.

Members celebrating October birthdays were Carolyn Blake, Lois Brewer, June Lindsay, Glenna Pogue and Elsie Smith.

TROYER LIBRARY We had a great success at theFall Festival! Many of the photos are up on Facebook if anyone is interested in checking them out. The book sale will continue through the rest of the month. The next Book Club meeting is Nov. 3 and will be over the book, “Last Bus to Wisdom.”

SOUTHWOOD JR/SR SCHOOL Congratulations to Southwood’s Katelyn Ranck and Lyndzy Silvers for making the Indiana All-State Honors Choir! Katelyn and Lyndzy will be among a select group of students from across the entire state to

perform this January with the All-State Choir.

LAFONTAINE/LIBERTY TOWNSHIP HISTORY CLUB met Sept. 23, 2021 in the Parker Building in downtown LaFontaine. The history lesson was a “Bring and Brag” in which each member was ask to bring something to do with history. Some of the things shared were: a wooden falcon wing, a token and pictures of the interurban, a spider skillet that was 170 years old that had been taken on gold rush and brought back.

1913/1915, family pictures in original frames that were photo shopped back in the era, UGS maps of the local area before the reservoirs went in.

Memorabilia from local funeral homes, baby dolls dated 1948, a beautiful vase of A.B. Martins, an old metal friction car from years ago, LaFontaine School band sweater, baseball uniform, pictures of LHS basketball teams and more.

The history talked about on these things was very educational and engaging. The window display was discussed. It was decided to leave the DAR display up till Oct. 16 and then put in a Nativity display to bring attention to the 10th annual Small Town Expo; (Nov. 6, 2021), in which the Parker Building will be open with many Nativities displays to enjoy.

Following that the Parker Family will decorate through the rest of the year. The Liberty Township Trolley History Tour, for Oct. 30 is full. Questions were brought up about the future of the Traction Barn/Sale Barn. No one has heard anything. Please get with Susie Goodpasture if you still have anything to add to the new History Book. Sharon Pattee will have a very interesting talk: Titled Murder, Madness, and More; at the next meeting Oct 28th at Troyer Library at 6 p.m. Anyone is welcome to attend. We thank Rita Guenin for the treats.

TOWN HALLOWEEN PARTY by the LaFontaine/Liberty Township Fire Department, will be Oct. 30.

HAPPY BELATED ANNIVERSARY Joel and Lizzy Makin Oct. 3 HAPPY BIRTHDAY Avah Hyden Oct. 14, Melody Deal, Patricia Rigsbee Oct. 15, Ava James Milliner Oct. 16, Grant Kelly, Rex Christopher Finch Oct. 07, Larry Wente Oct. 18, Frances Lane, Codie Sarll, Meadow Teske Oct. 19, Nicholas Perlich, John Weaver Oct. 20, Gery Henderson Oct. 21, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Charles and Bev Kelley, Ken and Deana Kreighbaum, Kip and Andrea Benbow Oct. 15, Collin and Jessi Huston Oct. 16, Tyler and Alysis Olson Oct. 17, Dennis and Deloras Horine Oct. 21

The Lagro American Legion Post 248, 800 Washington St., is sponsoring a fish fry on Friday, Oct. 15, from 5 p.m. till gone. The meal is $10 and includes fish (all you can eat), coleslaw, baked beans, bread and butter. There will be an awning set up outside to purchase the meal for carry-out or eating inside the Legion. For more information, contact Doug Weitzel at 765-461-7168.

The Northfield class of 1971 will celebrate its 50th class reunion on Saturday, Oct. 23.

Class members are invited to meet at the Roann Community Building at 3:30 p.m. for a tour of the Roann Mill.

Following the tour the class will enjoy a pizza party, salad, dessert, and soft drinks. Please bring photos and mementos to share with classmates. If anyone knows of classmates who attended school with the class of 1971 but for any reason did not finish school with us, please pass on this invitation. If you have questions, please call Dan Swihart at 317-9738062 or Susie (Speelman) Snyder at 260-568-1982.

Kids’ Klub at Lagro United Methodist Church is a group for Kindergarten through sixth grade. It meets every Wednesday that Metro Schools is in session, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Bible stories, games, praise and worship songs, and supper are included. Parents who have questions can contact the church at lagroumchurch@gmail.com .

Lagro United Methodist Church invites you to its Sunday morning services at 9:00 a.m.

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

When you visit the Wabash Cannonball Chili Cook-Off at Paradise Springs on Oct. 16, make plans to support the Dora Men’s Group cook-off team, The Holy Wranglers.

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.

The speaker for Oct. 17 is Tim Brown.

For the parents of Metro North: If your student is not enrolled in Promise Indiana (Kindergarten through grade 3) and Early Award Scholarships (grades 4 to 8), they will receive a flyer stapled to whatever form(s) they are missing. Please return the forms to their school ASAP so your student can earn while they learn! Sign up at cfwabash.org/prom ise.

Congratulations to Northfield’s Addison France for making the Indiana All-State Honors Choir! Addison will perform this January with the All-State Choir.

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The Paper of Wabash County, P.O. Box 603, Wabash, IN 46992. Classified Ads: $9.50 for first 20 words in advance: 15¢ each word thereafter. Deadline 5:00 on Fridays

Wabash County

Wabash City

LaFontaine

BARN SALE: 2120 E. 200 N., Wabash, Thursday & Friday, October 14 & 15, 8am-5pm and Saturday, October 16, 8am-1pm.

Girls clothing sizes S-L, women plus size clothing, holiday decor, Elna sewing machine, sewing table, Cricut & cartridges, books, and lots and lots of miscellaneous.

MOVING SALE: 10 Golf Course Drive. Friday, October 15 & Saturday, October 16; 8am-3pm both days.

BARN SALE: Friday and Saturday, 8am-5pm, 2258 E. 1050 S., West of the flashing light at LaFontaine. Craft supplies, fabric, toys, lamps, tools, some furniture, dishes, books, Christmas items and more.

GARAGE SALE: 1 1/2 mile south on 13. October 14, 15, 16. 8am-? Deer stand, bow and arrows, canning jars and lots more.

YARD SALE: Friday, October 15, 9am-5pm; Saturday, October 16, 9am-2pm. 2855 N. 675 W. Wabash. A little bit of some things and a lot of others!

Holbrook Family.

North Manchester MULTIFAMILY SALE: Baby/kid items, toys, clothes boys and girls, newborn to size 5, adult large to 3XL, LuLaRoe, shoes. Household misc & appliances. Thursday 5pm8pm, Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-Noon.

13260 N 100 E, North Manchester.

Articles For Sale FOR SALE: 140 Hobart wire welder. Like new, $295. Call 260-306-1282.

FOR SALE: Adult sized bicycle, $750. Call 260274-9385.

Due Due to to an an upcoming upcoming pastorial pastorial retirement, retirement, the the Liberty Liberty Mills Mills Community Community Church Church is is

SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR A PASTOR If you feel called to serve our congregation please call Matt Enyeart 260-901-0345

Full-Time Agricultural Technician Wabash Location - 843 North State Road 13 Qualifications: • Desire to serve customers with a friendly personality • Experience servicing agricultural, construction, or other heavy equipment.

• Familiarity with automation and telematics.

• Ability to use computers and computer programs with proficiency.

• Highly organized, yet adaptable to meet customers' needs.

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

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Articles For Sale cont.

FOR SALE: Complete Crossbow Hunting Pkg. Carbon Express Covert CX 1, with Scope. pull rope and a 3 bolt quiver. 820”Bolts, 3 pkg New Rage Broadhead, new lighted nock. $300.00, Avery Layout Blind & Goose Decoys, $500.00 for the bundle. Call 260-571-5514 for more information.

HAROLD CHAPLIN is still taking orders for Wishing Wells & Birdhouses. You can contact him at 260330-2368 or 260-330-5035 or just come by 7038 St. Rd. 15 South, Wabash (across from Treaty Elevator).

EXPERIENCED GRILL cook needed. Apply at Mini Cafe, 445 S. Wabash Street, Wabash.

Mobile Homes WANTED: DO you have a MOBILE HOME you want to sell? Call or text 574218-3300. We need single wides, double wides & modulars. Look forward to hearing from you!

For Rent

Wanted

Services

Auto

Wanted Coins!

Always Buying Coins, Gold & Silver Jewelry.

50+ Years Experience.

Please call me before you sell!

Tom’ s Coins 260-571-3553

LARGER 1 BEDROOM apartment in LaFontaine, NO PETS, DirectTv, water/sewage/trash furnished. You pay electric.

Rent $500.00 per month, damage deposit $300.00.

Year lease. Call 260-5174414 for application.

NOTICE: PUMPKINS $1.50-$3.50, gourds, butternut and acorn squash, candy sweet onions, red beets, tomatoes, green beans, peppers, cucumbers and etc. For large orders, call 260-723-4172 ext. 1, leave message.

Graber’s Welding, 8350 S. 850 W., South Whitley, IN 46787.

Employment

Full-Time Parts Sales Associate Wabash Location - 843 North State Road 13 Qualifications: • Desire to serve customers with a friendly personality • Mechanical understanding of Agricultural and Turf Equipment • Previous experience within a parts department • Excellent telephone etiquette • Ability to use computers and computer programs with proficiency.

• Highly organized, yet adaptable to meet customers' needs.

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

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