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Southwood graduate serving community at Ladd Dental Group’s new office on Alber Street By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com When Dr. Bryan Schmidt graduated from Indiana University’s Dental School, he had a chance to do something that many new college graduates try to avoid … return to their hometown. Schmidt, a 2010 Southwood High School graduate, joined the Ladd Dental Group in 2019, and now practices in the firm’s new site at 1903 Alber St., Wabash. “I’m very happy to be back home,” he told The Paper of Wabash County. “It wasn’t initially planned. My family moved to Florida. My stepdad works for Ford Meter Box and moved down there for a sales job, so a lot of my family moved out of the town. “But, when the opportunity presented itself — I still have a lot of friends in the area — I didn’t see any better option than to move back home and take care of the community’s health. It made me who I am today.” After graduating from Southwood, Schmidt went to Purdue University for his undergraduate work, then received a master’s degree from Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis before enrolling in dental school. “I always wanted to go into dentistry, since high school,” he said. “When I was younger, you always think you’re going to follow your parents’ footsteps. I thought I was going to go into the family business. My dad owns a business where he’s the sales rep. I always thought that was going to work for me until the 2008 economy happened. “I looked at healthcare

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and had a pediatric dentist in Noblesville who kind of mentored me. I really enjoy the patient aspect, talking to patients, the interpersonal relationships you had with your patients, so here I am.” At Ladd, Schmidt will perform general dentistry. “I’ll see kids, adults, all ages,” he said. “Dentures, crowns, root canals, we do a little bit of it all. “The nice thing we have going for us at Ladd is if it is something we can’t get done in our office, we have several other offices in the central Indiana area that we can refer to and get the work done.” Besides the Wabash office, Ladd Dental Group has offices in Kokomo, Peru, Greentown, Bunker Hill and McCordsville. “One of the things that makes us so unique is we take all forms of insurance, including Medicaid,” said Dalton Albertin, Ladd’s Marketing & Business Development manager. “Not

Members of the Ladd Dental Group staff are (front, from left) Kirsten Turner, Morgan Ulerick, Sami Stutzman, Amelia Moore; Dr. Bryan Schmidt (back row, from left), Brooke Swope, Haleigh Strickler, Brooke Smith and Dalton Albertin. many other providers in the area will take it. That’s a huge differentiator for us. “We try to say, ‘Families serving families since 1978.’ When you come, here it doesn’t feel like a corpora-

tion. It feels like a familycentered place to provide good care with the benefits of having specialists internally. You kind of get the best of both worlds. Big enough for all the options,

The Ladd Dental Group office at 1903 Alber St. in Wabash.

but small enough to care. Originally from Hamilton County, Schmidt moved to Wabash County after his mother, Barb Keffaber, married his stepfather, Todd Keffaber. “They moved here to be closer to his kids,” Schmidt said. After arriving here, Schmidt admits, he wanted to return to his Hamilton County roots. But that soon changed. “What stuck out to me is the people in the area,” he said. I’ve never had so many people just reach out and be so loving and caring for someone they hardly know. “The people around here, you can’t beat the people. The people are just so nice. I wouldn’t be the person I am today if it wasn’t for living in Wabash. That’s just one thing growing up here. If you went to Southwood, you knew people from Northfield, Wabash. You’re involved in the whole comContinued on Page 5

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Ron Evans, Josiah White’s President and CEO, recently received the Circle of Corydon Award. The award was presented to Evans by State Sen. Andy Zay on behalf of Gov. Eric Holcomb and the State of Indiana on Dec. 1, 2021. “The impact [Ron has] made to this community is recognized all over the state,” Zay said. “When I work on issues in Indianapolis involving DCS, they know what’s going on here at White’s and the connections you’ve made with Conexus and so many of the other institutions you’re working through to do the right thing and help a very vulnerable community and make a differ-

State Sen. Andy Zay (left) presents the Circle of Corydon Award to Ron Evans, Josiah White’s President & CEO. Photo provided ence with them.” Evans was honored to accept the award, but also wants to acknowledge that any success can be attributed to the faithful presence and extraordinary care and competence of the entire Josiah White’s team. “Awards and

recognition really belong to my coworkers at Josiah White’s, especially those who are on the front lines and offer hope and transformation through Christ,” Evans said. “I dedicate this award to them. I thank Senator Zay for nominating me and

Governor Holcomb for the award. It is both gratifying and humbling.” The Circle of Corydon Award was established in 2017 by Holcomb. It honors Hoosiers who have made remarkable contributions to the betterment of Indiana and its people, demonstrating through life and service, qualities exemplified by the state’s greatest citizens.

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NM family knows impact of blood shortage By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com The economic law of supply and demand takes on a heightened sense of urgency when it comes to the demand for the literal life’s blood for the sick and injured. No one knows that more than the Adamiec family of North Manchester. As the American Red Cross, the country’s main caretaker for the nation’s blood supply announces current shortages for both whole blood and platelets, the Adamiecs have campaigned hard for one of their own to the point where current goals have been met. Yet, shortages remain. “I just checked our appointments and we have filled every appointment for the Dec. 11 blood drive,” said Jade Adamiec, whose son Kole suffers from Neuroblastoma, a high-risk form of cancer often affecting children. “I asked if there was a way to open more appointments up and unfortunately, due to staffing issues, we are at the max.” Officials at the Red Cross have announced that the organization, which it says supplies 40 percent of the blood needed nationwide, is seeing blood shortages of historic proportions. “Right now, the American Red Cross faces historically low blood supply levels not seen in more than a decade,” said Lamar Holliday, Red Cross’ regional communications director for Indiana. “COVID-19 has brought exceptional challenges to blood collection in 2021, from surging hospital demand in

The Adamiec family are (from left) Kennedy, Kole, Kinley and Klay with parents Jade and Andrew. Photo provided the first half of the year to plummeting donor turnout in recent months.” Holliday said that while the pandemic has played havoc with the business of keeping the nation’s blood supply where it needs to be, other unrelated factors involving the time of year are not making things any easier. “At this time of

year, busy holiday schedules, breaks from school, holiday travel and winter weather all contribute to a dip in blood and platelet donation,” he said. “While it is clear that the pandemic continues to weigh heavily on people’s lives, the Red Cross asks the public to remember that donating blood is essential to help save the lives of patients who depend on the availability of blood.” This message is not lost on the Adamiecs. “To fill all the appointments is simply incredible, we’re grateful,” said Adamiec. “We are hoping to have another drive in

February in honor of Kole. We are working on getting things arranged now. Even though our drive is fully booked, there is still a need of blood donors. They may sign up to donate at other drives. They may also donate platelets weekly, as there is currently a critical platelet shortage.”

According to an article in Johns Hopkins Medicine, platelets are cells within blood that help in the clotting process. Kole Adamiec recently required platelets in his ongoing battle, which began with his diagnosis in April, 2021. “Kole had a bloody nose on Dec. 1 while admitted

for his second stem cell transplant in the early morning,” said Adamiec. “He needed platelets in the early morning, but was just over the threshold to receive them.” Adamiec said that at the time, there was a shortage in the supply of platelets and young Kole was not low Continued on Page 4

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Blood shortage enough in his count to qualify for more to be added. This all changed when he vomited blood had more nose bleeds. “That put him in the category that he absolutely needed them and was approved,” she said. “I wish he would’ve received them earlier when he initially needed them. Then maybe he wouldn’t have gone through the trauma of vomiting large amounts of blood due a mix of mucositis and nose bleeds.” Adamiec said Kole received nine blood transfusions during his second stem cell transplant. “Nine very generous donors helped Kole through the toughest battle yet,” she said. “Without their selfless donation, he wouldn’t be

able to fight his diagnosis.” Holliday said donated blood is “essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries.” He said in the first half of 2021, “a rise in the number of trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries requiring blood products depleted the nation’s blood inventory. Patients who previously deferred care early in the COVID-19 pandemic experienced more advanced disease progression, therefore requiring increased blood transfusions. If more donors don’t come forward to give blood, some patients requiring a transfusion may potentially face delays in care.”

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...continued from Page 3 For Adamiec, the realization that many people have numerous reasons to be reluctant to donate blood is all too familiar. “As someone who once fainted at the sight of blood, or even when someone discussed blood, I never considered donating,” she said. “Honestly, I didn’t know the importance of blood donors until Kole was diagnosed. Unfortunately, this is the case for many first-time donors. They have never been educated on the importance of blood donors until they’re in a situation of having a friend or loved one who needs it. Once I saw everything my son had went through, I knew I had to overcome my uncertainties

and fears and try it. I was anxious the first time, but surprisingly made it through without fainting. I walked out of there feeling

proud of myself for overcoming my fears, but also understanding I just saved lives. It honestly takes no time at all, and it

brings a sense of happiness knowing I am helping others — helping other warriors like Kole.” The next blood

drive in Wabash County at First United Methodist Church, 110 N. Cass St, Wabash on Dec. 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

5 Mississinewa Lake plans eagle watch

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Mississinewa Lake is hosting its annual Sunrise Eagle Watches, Jan. 15 and Jan. 22. Participants should meet at Mississinewa’s Miami State Recreation Area boat launch at 6:30 a.m. to caravan to the largest documented bald eagle roost in Indiana. Participants should dress for the weather and bring binoculars, cameras, and spotting scopes. After the eagle watch, stay for

Kalaina Cussen shows off her first buck. Photo provided

Young deer hunter gets first buck

Kalaina Cussen had a great morning on the first day of deer season. Kalaina, an 8year-old student at Metro North Elementary School, killed her first deer during the morning of the very first deer hunt in which she actively participated. Deer hunting is nothing new for

Kalaina. She has been sitting in tree stands with her grandfather, Tom Vigar, since she was 2. This is the first year that she was strong enough to carry and use a gun. Family members said she so wanted to get strong enough to carry a gun, she asked to attend

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munity. I’ve always loved that.” Schmidt is looking forward to getting involved in the community. The firm plans to work with the Southwood football team, for which he was a member. “I was added to (a Southwood) alumni group on Facebook, and they’re trying to raise money for the Southwood football team,” he said. “We’re going to try to raise some money here and give back.” Schmidt credits his time with Southwood athletics as to helping shape his life. “I played under coach Dan Snyder at Southwood,” he said. “The life lessons he taught … If I didn’t play football I wouldn’t be a dentist today. They

taught you to push through and never quit. “I can’t speak enough about the community. It’s just a family driven community. I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for the community, so giving back is big for us.” Ladd Dental Group founder, Dr. John Ladd, also works out of the Wabash office. “We’re proud to have Bryan here,” he said. “Knowing he grew up in the community is something that kind of establishes our offices. We are always trying to go to areas of need. The more rural areas are kind of underserved in Indiana. That’s pretty typical in the Midwest. That’s sort of our niche,

CrossFit classes for kids for the sole purpose of getting her arms strong. On opening morning of shotgun season, Kalaina went out with her grandfather and her father, Seth Cussen. Within 48 minutes, she aimed, pulled the trigger and got her very first deer.

MU benefits from Giving Tuesday Manchester University asked alumni, friends, colleagues and neighbors to help with several projects on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 30. Donors gave $94,123.02. The projects were The Manchester Fund; the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Fund; the Food Pantry at the NM and Fort Wayne campuses.

...continued from Page 1 and to provide the highest quality care that we possibly can. “Our goal is to tell every patient what we believe they need, and what would be best for them. But we give them what they want. That’s our goal. Treat our patients the way we would want treated. Hopefully they have a great experi-

ence, and they will refer more patients back to us.” To contact Ladd Dental Group’s Wabash office, call 260-225-0527.

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Local woman publishes first book By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com A Wabash woman has parlayed her personal spirituality into a possible career as author. Lisa Kay Childers, a 1996 graduate of Manchester High School, has published her debut novel, entitled “Camp America.” Childers’ book is based on main character Tegan Alice Slone and is set in Indiana. “She is based out of a town in Indiana called Greenway,” said Childers. “I made up a fictional town in Indiana to base all my stories. So, every story comes out of Greenway, Indiana. According to Childers, inspiration for the story came to her subconsciously. “I dreamt it,” she said. “I told my pastor’s wife back in 2015 and she said ‘wow, that is so involved, you need to write that as a story.’” “It took me four years to write it and two years to try to get it published traditionally and I finally said ‘to heck with that,’ and I published it myself.” Childers said the book is available on Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.co m. “It’s a Christian fiction book,” Childers said. “She’s (the main character) living in the woods of Southern Indiana. She has to survive on her wits and she ends up getting captured and put into one of these camps. She decides to help the others, using her love of Christ.” According to the description on the back cover, the story is set in the year 2084 when the country has

become ruled by a tyrannical president and totalitarian rule. The main character is captured by the Emperial Police and is taken to a reeducation camp. Childers said the novel is a culmination of nearly a lifetime of interest

in storytelling. “I’ve been writing since I was three and four years old,” Childers said. “From the moment I could start holding a crayon, I was inventing stories.” The author said more books are planned around the

same premise. “The second story is the story of her grandparents,” she said. “Since this one is in the future, I want to go back in time to the current age. I have several in the works. I plan on it being the first in a long career.”

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Lisa Kay Childers, a 1996 Manchester High School graduate, has published her first novel, “Camp America,” a fictional account, told from a Christian perspective, of the country after a totalitarian government removes many of traditional freedoms. Photo by Phil Smith

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Rosemary Ruth Butler, 96

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Nancy Jones, 84

Was kindergarten teacher

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July 29, 1925 – Nov. 28, 2021

Sept. 21, 1937 – Dec. 4, 2021

At the age of 96, our beloved mom, grandma, great grandma, and dear friend of anyone who was fortunate enough to have made her acquaintance, left this world on Nov. 28. She now joins her husband Denny who passed on Aug. 17. Frankly, a great portion of Mom’s heart departed with him. Theirs was a love story for the ages. Dedicated together as babies in Detroit’s First Church of the Brethren, they were inseparable. Rosemary Ruth was born into the Earl and Ruth (Smith) Hoover family on July 29, 1925. She was the oldest child with one sister, Adele. Attending Redford High School, Rosie was very active in speech and drama. She served as a Senior class officer. After graduating in 1943, she attended Manchester College, then Wayne State University graduating in 1947. She later earned her Master’s Degree in Education from Eastern Michigan University. The week after Denny returned from the war, they were married on Sept. 8, 1945. Together they welcomed two sons, David and Daniel. Mom kept a warm and loving home at 9547 Crosley in Redford Township for 50 years. From that residence, Rosie embarked on her kindergarten teaching career at nearby Fisher School that lasted thirty years. She retired in 1986. Denny and Rosie enjoyed countless travel adventures, introducing their growing boys to the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains and California. They later incorporated numerous Europe and Asia trips, making friends everywhere they went. In 1990, Denny and Rosie took up a second residence in Estero, Fla. In October 2005, they moved to North Manchester and began their Timbercrest adventure. Rosie participated in both the Timbercrest choir and the North Manchester Church of the Brethren choir. Rosie was an avid reader, loved the local theater, and touched the hearts of the gracious Timbercrest staff. Denny and Rosie celebrated 75 years of marriage last Sept. 8. She is survived by her sons David (Joyce), Cumming, Georgia; and Daniel (Debra) Dover, Idaho; five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis; her parents, and sister, Adele (Price). A celebration of life will be held for both Rosie and Denny on March 5 at Manchester Church of the Brethren. Any donations may be directed to Manchester Church of the Brethren, youth services. The family of Rosemary Butler has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements

Joe D. Bradley, 68, Warsaw, passed away on Dec. 6, 2021 at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. The son of Joe and Beth (Hale) Bradley, Joe was born May 25, 1953 in Magoffin County, Kentucky. Joe Bradley was a 1971 graduate of Manchester High School and went on to spend 21 years as a final inspector at DePuy Synthes. He was excited to retire this coming January or May. On May 25, 1991, Joe married Kelly Retz. He, along with his wife, attended the Christ Covenant Church in Warsaw. Joe was passionate about being a grandpa as well as being a Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs fan. He enjoyed grilling at family cookouts and spending quality time with the ones he loved most, as well as spending time at the golf course. Joe was a cowboy at heart and enjoyed reading

Nancy Carrol Jackson Jones, 84, passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. She was born to George and Theressa (Salkus) Jackson in Cambridge, Mass., Sept. 21, 1937. She was raised in Timberlea, Nova Scotia, Canada with her eight siblings. Obituaries are both an awkward and difficult thing. How do you summarize the life of a person and what they mean to those they love? She was a devoted follower of Jesus, mother, and wife. She spent her life loving and caring for her family. She was a woman whom God had given great creativity and talent. She loved music and had a song for every phrase or occasion. She sang live on the radio when she lived in Canada. She was a poet, artist, seamstress, costume designer for her family and church, and she had a flair for interior decorating. She loved children and was actively involved in children’s ministry at St. Matthews and later at Wabash Friends Church. She leaves a legacy of love behind. She married Thomas Charles Jones April 22, 1961, after a short 3 month courtship in Colorado Springs, Colo. They were married for over 60 years and had two children: Sherry (Eric) Schoening of Wabash and Timothy (Katrina) Jones of

Somerset. She leaves behind her husband, children, 11 grandchildren: Austin (Crystal) Schoening of Solon Iowa; Dwayne (Andria) Jones of Wabash; Sierra (Brendan Tay) Schoening of Brooklyn, New York; Kaci (Jake) Donaldson of Wabash; Nichole (Sam) Figert of Wabash; Marshall (Kelsey) Schoening of Nashville, Tenn.; Faith (Korey) Fells of Los Angeles, Calif.; Larry Chain of Wabash; Kayla Chain of Indianapolis; Grace Schoening of Muncie: Hope Schoening of Wabash. She also leaves 8 great-grandchildren: Shailynn Harrison, Kyler Newport , Gage Figert, Zaidyn Jones, Addilyn Jones, Jace Donaldson, and Noelle Donaldson all of Wabash; Joachim Fells of LA. She also leaves her sister Margaret Ford in Halifax, Nova Scotia, sister Joyce Huyck-McNulty in Abilene, Texas; brother James Jackson in Colorado Springs, Colo., and sister Loretta Schmidt in Colorado Springs. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Richard Jackson, sister Patsy Ford, brother Charles Jackson, sister Mabel Oliver, and a baby sister Deborah Jackson. There will be a memorial service at 2:00 pm December 18, 2021 at the Wabash Friends Church, with David Phillips officiating. Family will receive friends from 12-2pm Saturday, December 18, 2021 at the church. Arrangements by GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. The memorial guest book may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Dottie Teeter, 74 Served as Den mother April 24, 1947 – Dec. 5, 2021 Dottie Teeter, 74, North Manchester, died on Dec. 5, 2021. She was born April 24, 1947. Visitation 1-2 p.m. Friday at McKee

Mortuary. Services to follow. McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

Joe D. Bradley, 68 Was a ‘cowboy at heart’ May 25, 1953 – Dec. 6, 2021 and watching westerns. He also had a knack for gardening and growing beautiful flowers. The loving memory of Joe Bradley will be forever cherished by his wife, Kelly (Retz) Bradley, Warsaw; sons, Anthony Wayne (Kelly) Bradley, Linden, Pa., Trenton Bradley, Warsaw, and Trevor Bradley, Warsaw; daughters, Jaime (Parker) Creson, Queen Creek, Ariz., and Beth (Steven) Crandall, Queen Creek, Ariz.; brothers, Ralph (Peggy) Bradley, Huntington, Carlos Bradley, Syracuse, Phil (Avadean) Bradley, Claypool, Sam D. Bradley, North Manchester, and Gordon Bradley, Warsaw; sisters, Betty Jo (Curtis) Robinson, Florida, Sharlon (Danny) Castle, North Manchester, Patricia (Ray) Cumberland, Silver Lake; grandchildren, Cody Bradley, Travis Bradley, Sierra Bradley, Jersey Creson, Paisley Creson, Evie Creson, Sophie Crandall, Ellie Crandall, Jasper Crandall, Jordan

Bradley, and Brook Bradley. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Beth (Hale) Bradley; two sistersin-law, Bernie and Norma Jean Bradley; one sister, Wanda L. “Chic” Teagle. Visitation and services were Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Pastor Rod Valentine will officiate. For those who wish to honor the memory of Joe Bradley, memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, 230 W Monroe Street, Suite 200, Chicago, IL, 60606. The family of Joe Bradley has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.

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Barbara Stinson, 69 Co-owned Stinson’s Trading Post July 29, 1952 – Dec. 6, 2021 Barbara Ellen Stinson, 69 of Wabash, passed away at 9:45 a.m. Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, at the Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. She was born July 29,1952 in Whitesburg, Ky., to the late Howard and Jona Dollarhide Banks. Barbara was a press operator at General Tire for 20 years and co-owner of Stinson’s Trading Post in Wabash. She was a lifetime member of the VFW and the Children’s Foundation at Whitesburg, Ky. Her marriage was to John R. Stinson and he survives. Also surviving are two daughters Tabitha (Norman) Lewis of Whitesburg, Ky., and Shannon (Scott) Trent of Whitesburg, Ky., two step children Kevin Stinson of Wabash and Amanda (Phil) Fierstos of Wabash. Grandchildren James Sturgill, Kendra Collins, Allison Cantrell and Lakota Lewis, great-grandchildren Harley Adkins, Paisley Collins, Kendall Cantrell, and Keaton Cantrell. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Justin Sturgill. A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at a later date. Tippecanoe Funeral Home and Memory Gardens, 1718 W. 350 N., West Lafayette, handled arrangements.

New troopers join ISP’s Peru post PERU – Recently 29 probationary troopers from the 81st Indiana State Police Recruit Academy graduated at a ceremony held in Indianapolis. Three members of the class, Blake Sarver, James Wilkinson, and Dustin Powers were assigned to the Indiana State Police Peru Post. During their 25 weeks of academy training, the trio received over 600 hours of classroom instruction, as well as nearly 400 hours of hands-on practical scenario-based training. Some of the training included criminal and traffic law, crash investigations, emergency vehicle operations, defensive tactics, firearms, and a host of other subjects related to modern policing. They will be assigned to train with veteran troopers for the next 13 weeks before being released on solo patrol. Sarver is a Miami County native and 2017 graduate of Maconaquah High School. He is a 2020 graduate of Indiana University in Kokomo, having earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Wilkinson is also a Miami County native and a 2016 graduate of Maconaquah High School. He is also a 2020 graduate of Indiana University in Kokomo, having earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Powers is a Wabash County native and a 2012 graduate of Wabash High School. He is a 2014 graduate of Vincennes University having earned an associate degree in criminal justice.

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Nov. 10, 1957 – Dec. 6, 2021

Jennifer Rebecca “Jenny” Penrod, 48, North Manchester, passed away on Dec. 6, 2021. The daughter of Ruth Anne (Strobel) Frieden and Michael K. Penrod, Jenny was born on Jan. 11, 1973 in Highland Falls, New York, where her father was stationed at West Point. Jenny was a member of the Manchester High School class of 1992 and later worked as an office manager at Herman Tool and waitress at Corner Cupboard. She hosted karaoke for six years, nurturing her love of music. Jenny loved decorating for holidays and was the perfect dog mom. She loved all animals, especially her rescued Boston Terriers. Jenny had a special relationship with her mother, Ruth Anne. The two were more like best friends than mother and daughter. They always cherished their Sunday afternoons playing Yahtzee and listening to Sunday’s Country with Jeff Whitmer. The loving memory of Jennifer Rebecca Penrod will be forever cherished by her mother, Ruth Anne (Strobel) Frieden and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Michael K. Penrod; grandparents, Wilbur and Marilee (Boyer) Penrod, Marlan and Melba (Zent) Strobel; uncle, Ronnie Strobel and aunt, Vicki Heater. A celebration of Jenny’s life will be held at a later date. For those who wish to honor the memory of Jenny Penrod, a love offering may be made to McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, IN 46962, or to the Huntington County Humane Society, 390 Thurman Poe Way, Huntington, IN 46750. The family has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.

Barbara Basore, 79 Was a homemaker Oct. 4, 1942 - Nov. 21, 2021 Barbara Carol Basore, 79, North Manchester, passed away on Nov. 21, 2021 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. The daughter of J. Fred and Mildred Mae (Mohler) Blocher, Barbara was born Oct. 4, 1942. On Dec. 9, 1961, Barbara married Otto L. Basore. Together, Barbara and Otto welcomed four children; Dwight, Chad, Wendel, and Gretchen. Barbara was a homemaker and a member of the German Baptist Brethren Church. The loving memory of Barbara Carol Basore will be forever cherished by her sons, Dwight Basore, North Manchester, Chad (Heidi) Basore, Granger, Washington, Wendel Basore, North Manchester; daughter, Gretchen (Andrew) Good, Palmer, Alaska; sister, Ardis (Clarence) Reavis, North Manchester; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, J. Fred and Mildred Mae (Mohler) Blocher; her husband, Otto L. Basore; one brother, Taurel Blocher and one granddaughter, Kristen Basore Services were Nov. 26 at Manchester Old German Baptist Cemetery, 12546 North State Road 13, North Manchester. The Home Brethren will officiate. The family has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com

Brian Marshall Ray, 64, of Wabash, died at 7:56 a.m., Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, at Autumn Ridge Rehabilitation Center in Wabash. He was born on Nov. 10, 1957, in Wabash, to Robert M. and Esther Bonita (Sellers) Ray. Brian was a graduate of Wabash High School and received his bachelor’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. He married Teresa (Millican) Tyler on Aug. 20, 2008, in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. He worked at Paperwoks Industries in Wabash 45 years. Brian was a member of the Wabash Friends Church. He enjoyed playing the guitar, playing and listening to blues music, and especially loved his family. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Ray of Wabash; six sons, Shane Ray and Westley Ray, both of Wabash, Justin (Maegan) Ray of Logansport, Derrick (Erica) Fields and Devin (Jamie) Fields, both of Wabash, and Douglas (Kim) Tyler of Andrews; and 22 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Robert M. Ray, Jr. Funeral services were Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Brandon Eaton officiating. Visitation was Sunday at the funeral home. The memorial guest book for Brian may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Janet Lambert, 71 Enjoyed raising flowers April 12, 1950 – Dec. 9, 2021 Janet Lambert, 71, Wabash, died Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021. She was born April 12, 1950. Graveside services and burial were Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021, at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

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Nelda Sue Love, 75, of Wabash, died at 6 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021, at her home. She was born on March 19, 1946, in Petersburg, to the Rev. Harry and Violet (Linthicum) Taylor. Nelda was a 1964 graduate of Paoli High School, received her bachelor’s degree from Indiana State University, and her master’s degree from Ball State University, in speech and hearing therapy. She married Marvin B. Love in French Lick, on July 23, 1966. She and Marvin moved to Wabash in 1968, and she was the speech and hearing therapist in the Wabash City Schools. Nelda and Marv started Love Bug Floral together in 1974. She was a member of the Wabash First United Methodist Church, the Womans Clubhouse Association, and Psi Iota

Sorority, where she was very active and held many offices. She also held many offices in the Indiana State Floral Association. Nelda enjoyed playing bridge, caring for her dogs, and loved her family, especially her granddaughter, Violet. She was a very caring and thoughtful person. She is survived by her husband, Marvin B. Love of Wabash; two daughters, Jennifer (David) George of Wabash, and Tara Love of Brighton, Colo.; granddaughter, Violet George of Wabash; and her sister, Marian (Mauri) Connell of Redondo Beach, Calif. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Dallas Taylor, and her sister, Margaret Parks. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at First United Methodist Church, 110 N. Cass St., Wabash, with the Rev. Nathan Whybrew officiating. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was 2-8 pm Tuesday, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. The memorial guest book for Nelda may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Judy Teague, 75 Worked as bookkeeper May 26, 1946 – Dec. 8, 2021

Judy Ann Teague, 75, of LaFontaine, passed away at 5:16 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021, at Community East Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on May 26, 1946, in Marion, to Carl and Helen (Painter) Shelton. Judy was a 1964 graduate of Marion High School. Judy married Roy L. Teague on June 7, 2000. Judy worked for Friends Church, City of Wabash, MSD of Wabash County, Marion Community Schools, and Wabash City Schools, as a bookkeeper and treasurer. She was a member of College Corner Brethren Church. Judy loved gardening, playing cards at card club, Myrtle Beach vacations, going to the lake, but most of all spending time with her family.

Judy is survived by her husband, Roy L. Teague, of LaFontaine; one son, Michael (Amanda) Rigney, of LaFontaine, one stepson, Troy Teague, of Wabash; one stepdaughter, Michelle Jackson, of Leesburg, Indiana; 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by one son, David Rigney, who passed away on Nov. 17, 2014. There will be a Celebration of Life held at the College Corner Brethren Church on Dec. 18, 2021, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Solomon David Officiating. Following the service there will be a time of fellowship with family and friends. Per the family’s wishes, they would like everyone in attendance to dress casually. Preferred memorials are to the DaveThomasFoundationfo rAdoption.org There will be a donation box for those present at the service for the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. McDonald Funeral Homes, 104 S. Main St., LaFontaine, have been trusted with Judy Teague’s final arrangements.

Charles L. Harlan, 102, of Wabash, died 4:10 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester. He was born on Sept. 18, 1919, in Mercer, Ky., to Jacob and Nora (Uptegrove) Harlan. Charles married Effie Louise Easterday on June 15, 1951, in Wabash; she died Sept. 10, 2004. He retired from Wabash Alloys in 1985, after 28 years. Charles was a member of Christian Heritage Church in Wabash. He enjoyed squirrel hunting, pitching horseshoes, and was always fix-

ing things. He is survived by four sons, Darold Harlan, David (Vanessa) Harlan, Doug Harlan, and Dennis Harlan, all of Wabash; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his parents and son, Donald Harlan. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021, at Christian Heritage Church, 2776 River Road, Wabash, with Pastor Tim Prater officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Thursday, at the church. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. The memorial guest book for Charles may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Linda Filip, 69 Retired from Thermafiber July 30, 1952 – Dec. 13, 2021 Linda Marie (Partridge) Filip, 69, Servia, passed away at home on Dec. 13, 2021. Daughter of Bruce Ivan and Phyllis Marie (Heeter) Partridge, Linda was born on July 30, 1952, in Wabash. Linda was married to Michael Filip from 1978 to 1987, and even though the marriage didn’t last as they intended, the two remained friends while co-parenting their sons, Shawn and Jeremy. Linda was a hard working mother of two, who had a big love for her family and for all animals. After working at Thermafiber as a production worker for 43 years, she retired in 2017. Linda attended Servia United Church of Christ and enjoyed singing in the church choir. She was blessed with seven grandchildren, Dillion, Dawson, Danica, Kenyon, Macen, Eva and Noel, who she loved greatly. The memory of Linda Marie Filip will be forever cherished by her sons, Shawn (Amber Mourey) Filip, Columbia City and Jeremy (Misty Rose) Filip, Servia; brother, Roger Partridge; grandchildren, Dillon Filip, Dawson Filip, Danica Filip, Kenyon Filip, Macen Filip, Eva Mourey and Noel Mourey. She was preceded in death by her

parents, Bruce Ivan and Phyllis Marie (Heeter) Partridge; and one brother, Philip Partridge. Family and friends may call Monday, Dec. 20, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114, North Manchester. Funeral services will be held at the conclusion of calling at 2 p.m. with Pastor J.P. Freeman officiating. Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery, County Road 300 East and County Road 1000 North, Servia. For those who wish to honor the memory of Linda Marie Filip, memorials may be made to Wabash County Animal Shelter, 810 Manchester Ave., Wabash, IN 46992. The family of Linda Marie Filip has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.

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Accident A vehicle driven by Geneva E. Isbell, 19, Rochester, struck a deer on State Road 13, west of North Market Street at 8:59 p.m. Dec. 9. Arrests Chelsey E. Lambert, 31, Warsaw, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia at 11:13 a.m. Dec. 6. Police also served a warrant for revocation of probation and for possession of marijuana. Alexander D. Cross, 25, Marion, was arrested on a warrant for larceny theft at 5:33 p.m. Dec. 7. Citations Ty D. Wheeler, 17, Liberty Mills, was cited for speed at 10:10 p.m. Dec.8. Charles E. Peterson, 22, Indianapolis, was cited for speed at 9:22 p.m. Dec. 9. Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents Vehicles driven by Alyssa M. Drummonds, 27, Hebron, Ky., and Jordan M. Hatfield, 30, LaFontaine, collided at the intersection of State Road 15 and County Road 50 East, Wabash, at 6:36 p.m. Dec. 3. Damage up to $10,000. A vehicle driven by Brant A. Reef, 24, Peru, struck a deer on SR 124, west of CR 400W, Wabash, at 6:24 p.m. Dec. 4. Damage up to $5,000. A vehicle driven by Larry M. Robison, 47, Lagro, left the roadway on Old SR 24, west of the intersection with SR 524 when it

left the roadway, struck an embankment and went airborne before rolling over and coming to rest. Robison was transported with minor bleeding to an area hospital. The accident occurred at 6:49 a.m. Dec. 5. Damage up to $10,000. A vehicle driven by Caine A. Rose, 24, Wabash, left the roadway and struck a fence at 6:45 a.m. Dec. 7. Damage up to $10,000. A vehicle driven by Joshua M. Williams, 35, Wabash, struck a deer on CR 250S, west of CR 100E at 8 p.m. Dec. 8. Damage up to $5,000. Wabash Police Department Accidents A vehicle driven by Matthew R. Cooper, 43, Peru, struck a garage door at 662 W. Market Street, Wabash, at 5:45 p.m. Dec. 6. Damage up to $5,000. A vehicle driven by Jennifer M. Ordiway, 55, Wabash, struck a sign with a concrete base at 1601 N. Cass Street at 10:22 a.m. Dec. 8. Damage up to $2,500. Vehicles driven by Robert L. Lee, 54, Wabash, and Susan A. Peebles, 59, Somerset, collided at the intersec-

tion of SR 15N and Harrison Ave., Wabash, at 8:28 a.m. Dec. 11. Damage up to $2,500. Vehicles driven by Destynee R. Watson, 19, Wabash, and Felecia F. Jefferies, 32, Marion, collided on SR 15S, north of Stitt Street, Wabash at 1:46 p.m. Dec. 11. Damage up to $5,000. A vehicle driven by Keaton G. Vigar, 20, Wabash, left the roadway on Columbus Street, east of Vernon Street in Wabash at 12:33 a.m. Dec. 12. According to the police report, Vigar told officers he was drinking alcohol at home and decided to go for a drive. He told police he was driving westbound on Columbus Street when he looked down at his phone, causing his vehicle to leave the roadway and strike a utility pole. According to the police report, when officers arrived at the scene, a utility pole was lying on top of Vigar’s vehicle with power lines wrapped around the vehicle and blocking the roadway. Police also reported finding a mailbox that was allegedly struck by Vigar’s vehicle at 406 Columbus Street. Damage was estimated to be more than $100,000.

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NM library adds interactive table NORTH MANCHESTER — Walk into the North Manchester Public Library Children’s Department and you’ll discover something a little different... a 32inch digital touch PLAY table! This one-of-akind touch table features multi-player games for all age demographics. It is the perfect collaborative and interactive experience, allowing multiple people to play games together. Test your trivia skills with Quiz Touch, your coordination with Balloons Touch, your reflexes with Air Hockey, or your vocabulary with Words Touch - and it is just getting started! With multiple games to choose from, there’s plenty to keep you entertained (and learning!) with each visit to the library. The purchase of this table was made possible through an LSTA grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the Indiana State Library. “As pillars of our communities, libraries and museums bring people together by providing important pro-

grams, services, and collections. These institutions are trusted spaces where people can learn, explore and grow,” said IMLS Director Crosby Kemper. “IMLS is proud to support their initiatives through our grants as they educate and enhance their communities.” “We are so grateful to the IMLS and the Indiana State Library for providing us with the opportunity to purchase the table for the community,” said Library Director Diane Randall. “Technology like this enables us to continue to foster life-long learning opportunities for our patrons” Games include classics like Sudoku and Dominoes, arcade favorites like Air Hockey and Pong, and educational games like Memory, Numbers, and Word Shuffle. “The PLAY touch table promotes math, vocabulary, art, coordination, and logic through numerous fun, interactive games that will appeal to kids, teens, and adults,” says Sarah Morbitzer, Children’s Department Head. “My favorite fea-

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The ninth annual Ride for a Cause raised more than $65,000 for the fight against breast cancer. The ride, which took place Sept. 18, was based at Brandt’s HarleyDavidson in Wabash. In all, $65,175 was raised through rider registrations, shirt and event sponsorships, an auction and miscellaneous donations. “The ride grows every year,” organizer Toni Metzger said. “We are surrounded by amaz-

ing people that ride, sponsor, donate, attend, plan and volunteer which makes the ride what it is today.” Motorcycle riders share a love for the open road and a deep love for people, she noted, adding that they all have a desire to help anyone they can. All of the funds raised go to non-profit organizations that focus on fighting breast cancer. The funds were donated to four different agencies – the 85 Hope mammogram program; Francine’s Friends mobile mammography bus; Cancer

Services of Grant County for its mammography and fight breast cancer program; and Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana for its fight breast cancer program. “I literally cry happy tears every single year,” Metzger said. “I know my sister would be very proud of this event.” The 2022 ride will be the 10th anniversary for the event. Organizers hope to surpass the $250,000 mark in funds raised, and hope to be on their way to raising $300,000 to fight breast cancer.

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The Indiana Senate is now accepting applications for the 2022 Senate Page Program. Through the fullday program, students in grades six through 12 can tour I n d i a n a ’ s Statehouse, listen to debates and help staff with ageappropriate tasks. Students also have the opportunity to meet with their state senator. “Each year, I’m impressed with the number of Senate Page Program participant, which is a positive reflection of the next genera-

tion of Hoosiers,” State Sen. Andy Zay said. “This program gives young people the valuable experience of seeing how our state government operates, and I look forward to seeing students from Senate District 17 this session.” The Senate Page Program will begin in January and run through early March. Positions fill quickly, so it is important to apply early. Pages are scheduled for Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays during the legislative session. They begin

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The Northfield Class of 1971 met for its 50th reunion at the Roann Community Center Oct. 23 for a mill tour, pizza, desserts, trivia and reminiscing. Next reunion will be Oct. 1, 2022. Attending were (front, from left) Debbie (Elliott) Strange, Susie (Speelman) Snyder, Denise (Copeland) Rayburn and Diane (Sparling) Guenin; Jane (Tarter) Stroebel (second row, from left), Barbara (Rice) Biehl, Vickie (Young) Hawkins, Becky (Vigar) Bogner, Cheryle (Biehl) Ranck, Mary (Biehl) Harlan, Carol (McColley) Kersey and Cindy (Behney) Eslava; Roxanne (Story) Haupert (third row, from left), Diana (Lutz) Barber, Kathy (Draper) Throckmorton, Max Gaston, Mike Urschel and Mark Elrod; Dan Swihart (back row, from left), Steve Delong, Kris Biehl, Mike Howard, Art Strange, Dave Hawkins, Mike Shoemaker, Rod Stouffer, Kevin Cordes, Tom Niccum and Dan Kirtlan. Not pictured are Craig Hoppes and Debbie (Wendell) Steele. Photo provided

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Squire wrestlers top Tipp Valley

The Manchester wrestling team defeated Tippecanoe Valley on the road to highlight Wabash County wrestling last week. Manchester 45, Tippecanoe Valley 30 Manchester took a 30-6 lead at Tippecanoe Valley Thursday night, Dec. 9, and held off a Viking comeback attempt in a 45-30 win. Manchester senior Dylan Stroud, ranked No. 6 in the 145-pound weight class, defeated Valley’s 11thranked Drake Montelongo 12-6 to improve to 8-0 on the season. Also winning for the Squires were Jocelyn Molina (106), Jace Judy (126), Dylan Stroud (132), Jose Cortes (138), Isaiah Burlingame (152), Dominic Lincoln

(160), Zach France (170), and Ryan Tully (182). Manchester at Caston-Super 6 Manchester placed third out of six teams at the Caston-Super 6 Saturday, Dec. 11, going 3-2 on the day. The Squires defeated Caston 6024, Laville 46-33, and North White 54-30, while losing to North Miami 4833 and Tri-County 48-35. Laville won the invitational. The Squires had three individual champions on the day as Stroud, Lincoln, and France remain undefeated after capturing firstplace in their respective weight classes. Maconaquah 52, Northfield 24 The Northfield wrestlers lost to a tough Maconaquah Continued on Page 18

MHS, WHS swimmers fall to Rochester

The Manchester and Wabash boys and girls swim teams lost head-tohead meets to Rochester last week. Manchester The Manchester girls swim team lost a close 86-73 decision to Rochester Thursday night, Dec. 9. Winning events for the Lady Squires were the 200 medley relay team of Miriam Struble-Hedstrom, Hannah Eberly, Josie Briner, and Gracie Dale (2:16.91), the 200 free relay team of Briner, Eberly, Nele

Bichler, and Evyn Fox (2:03.03), Briner in the 200 IM (2:25.34) and the 100 fly (1:05.81), and Eberly in the 100 breast (1:24.08). For the boys team, Jonathan Eberly was the only first-place finisher, winning the 200 IM with a time of 2:24.30. Placing second for the Squires were the 200 medley relay team of Raice Martin, Caleb Smith, Eberly, and Cale Bennett (2:10.14), Eberly in the 100 fly (1:05.92), Bennett in the 100 free (1:09.11), and Continued on Page 18

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Northfield’s Eden Hoover gets a pass off to teammate Emily Pennington (23) under the basket on Friday night. Photo by Joseph Slacian

Lady Norse top Southwood in MSD school matchup Northfield continued its hot streak with two wins last week, while Manchester won its first game of the season in Wabash County girls basketball action last week. Northfield 55, Southwood 44 The Three Rivers Conference, Wabash County, and school district rivals Northfield and Southwood girls basketball teams did battle Friday night, Dec. 10, with the Lady Norse pulling away from the Lady Knights for a 55-44 win. In a back-and-forth contest, Northfield led 14-8 after one quarter, only to watch Southwood take a 24-23 halftime lead. The Lady Norse regained the lead with an 18-13 third quarter, and clinched the game in the fourth quarter. All seven Northfield players who saw the court scored at least five points. Leading the balanced scoring attack was Hannah Holmes with 18 points and 14 rebounds, followed by Addy Rosen with nine points, six rebounds, and five assists, and Eden Hoover with eight points, four rebounds, and three assists. Camryn Kuhn, Ainsley Dale, Emily Pennington, and Elli Baker each scored five points.

For Southwood, Ella Haupert led the way with 15 points and four steals, followed by Alaina Winer with 11 points and six rebounds, Bailey Wyatt with nine points, and three rebounds, and Aleia Sweet with seven points and five rebounds. Northfield 64, Taylor 59 Hannah Holmes led five Lady Norse double-digit scorers to a win 64-59 win over Taylor at home Tuesday, Dec. 7. Holmes had a monster game with 24 points and 10 rebounds in the come-from-behind Northfield win. Taylor led the game 29-26 at halftime before Northfield tied it up at 46-46 after three quarters and pulled away in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Lady Titans 64-59. Eden Hoover had 13 points, four rebounds, and three assists, followed by Elli Baker with 11 points, five rebounds, and three assists, Emily Pennington with 10 points and seven rebounds, and Ainsley Dale with six points, four rebounds, and six assists. Addy Rosen added four assists and three rebounds. Wabash 57, Bluffton 41 Libby Mattern scored 21 points to help the Wabash girls basketball team to a 57-41 road Continued on Page 18

The Southwood and Wabash boys basketball teams picked up non-conference wins, while Northfield and Manchester each suffered losses. Southwood 64, Eastern 53 The Southwood Knights took an early lead in their home game against Eastern Saturday night, Dec. 11, but couldn’t shake the Comets until pulling away late in the game to grab a 64-53 win. The Knights led 15-9 after one quarter but still led by six, 44-38 heading into the final stanza. Southwood hit their free throws down the stretch, going 21-27 for the game, to hold on for the win. Cole Winer led Southwood with 24 points and eight rebounds, while Jason Oprisek had a big game with 16 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and four steals, and Dylan Stout had seven points and three rebounds. Nathan Lehner and Derrick Smith each had six points, and Will Winer had five points. Wabash 54, Adams Central 46 Things weren’t looking bright for the Wabash Apaches as they hosted Adams Central Thursday night, Dec. 9. The Flying Jets took a 16-12 firstquarter lead, then raced out to a 31-18 halftime advantage.

The second half, rather, the third quarter, was a different story, and Adams Central didn’t know what hit them. The Apaches outscored the visitors 24-3 in the third quarter to take a 42 34 lead and held on for the win. Grant Ford scored 23 points and grabbed seven rebounds in the come-from-behind win, while Trevor Daughtry had 10 points, four rebounds, and four assists, Izaak Wright recorded nine points, six rebounds, and seven assists, and Kolton Wilson added seven points and nine rebounds on the night. The JV team lost to Adams Central 42-36. Brayten Eis led the Apaches with 14 points, followed by Collin Price with nine, and Alex Dinkins with seven. Peru 72, Northfield 34 Northfield was no match for the Peru Tigers Saturday night, Dec. 11. Peru jumped out to a 21-6 lead and outscored the Norse in each quarter to run away with a 72-34 Three Rivers Conference win. Dillon Tomlinson led Northfield with nine points, while Paul Treska and Eli Kroh each had seven points. Continued on Page 18

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win over Bluffton Tuesday, Dec. 7. The Lady Apaches took control early, leading 16-8 after the first quarter, and slowly pulled away from the Lady Tigers. Rylee Yoakum also scored in double-digits with 13 points and added five rebounds, while Linda Cordes had eight points and four steals, followed by Hannah Layne with five points and five rebounds, and Kierra Wilson with five points and three rebounds. Rochester 55, Wabash 39 The Lady Apaches couldn’t recover from a disastrous first quarter against Rochester Saturday night, Dec. 11, falling to the Lady Zebras 55-39. Rochester raced out to a 22-4 lead and never led the Wabash get into the game. Yoakum led Wabash with 13 points and four rebounds, while Cordes had nine points, Mattern had five points and four steals, and Jade Stumbo added four points and seven rebounds. Huntington North 68, Manchester 17 The Lady Squires were no match for Huntington North Tuesday night, Dec. 7, in a 68-17 road loss. Brookelynn Buzzard led Manchester with six points and two rebounds, followed by Ainsley West with four points and four rebounds, Molly Schannep with four points, Maddy Miller with two points and two rebounds, and Olivia Neal with one point. Manchester 59, Whitko 48 Ainsley West’s 30 points and six rebounds, the Lady Squires enjoyed their first win of the season in a 59-48 road victory at Whitko Friday night, Dec. 10. Manchester jumped out to an 18-10 lead after one quarter, only to see Whitko chip away at the lead, cutting it to 43-41 heading into the final eight minutes. Buzzard had 13 points and three assists, while Gracie Lauer had a double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds. Southwood 57, Mississinewa 51 Southwood could never get rid of Mississinewa in their matchup Wednesday, Dec. 8, but held off the Lady Indians 57-51 at home. Ella Haupert led Southwood with 25 points and eight rebounds, followed by Bailey Wyatt with 11 points.

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Boys Huntington North 53, Manchester 41 Despite a barrage of second-half 3pointers from Manchester, it was Huntington North’s 24-6 first-quarter

...cont. from Page 17 that proved to be the difference as the Vikings held off the Squires in a 5341 win. Huntington North hit six 3pointers in the first quarter to take

command of the game and led 44-23 going into the fourth quarter. Manchester went on a 11-0 run, including three straight 3-pointers, one from Will

Wrestling team on the road, 52-24, Tuesday night, Dec. 7. Freshman Kamron Pratt (113) improved to 12-2 with a pin, while junior Tristian Barlow (170) and seniors Cody Copeland (195) and Mason Osborn (285) also pinned their opponents. JV winners were Alexis Gates (145)

and Malichi Higgins (220), both by pin. Lewis Cass 60, Wabash 21 The Wabash wrestling team didn’t have an answer for Lewis Cass in a 60-21 loss Tuesday, Dec. 7. Winning for the Apaches were Brayden Sickafus (145) by pin in 1:00, Caden Carmichael

Swimming Smith in the 100 breast (1:38.35). Wabash The Wabash swim teams competed at Rochester Tuesday night, Dec. 7, and fell short against the Zebras. Winning events

for the boys team were Seth Blossom in the 200 IM and the 100 back, Chase Howard in the 50 free and the 100 breast, and the 200 free relay team of Blossom, Devin Coffman, Howard,

Rickerd, and one from Ethan Hendrix, to cut the lead to 48-38 with 3:10 remaining. Rickerd appeared to cut the lead to single-digits with a drive but was

called for a foul with 2:33 left. Hendrix led Manchester with 21 points, followed by Rickerd with 12, Cade Jones with seven, and Gavin Betten with two.

...cont. from Page 17 (285) by pin in 5:04, Jared Brooks (126) by pin in 15 seconds, and Olivia Harden by forfeit. Wabash at Maconaquah girls invite Paloma Shull won three matches at the Maconaquah Girls Invitational to place first in her weight class. Shull pinned Maconaquah in

1:25, Tippecanoe Valley in 3:35, and Lebanon in 3:38. Knights 8th at Western Invite The Southwood wrestling team finished 8th at the Western Invitational Saturday, Dec. 11. Braxton Worthington went 3-0 on the day to win the 160-pound weight class and

...cont. from Page 17 and Ashton Coffman. Placing first for the girls team were Abigail Boggs in the 50 free with Northfield’s Ella Hunter recording the fastest time of the meet competing

as an individual, Abbi Hipskind in the 100 free, Boggs in the 100 back, and Hipskind in the 100 breast with Hunter recording the fastest time of the meet.

improve to 9-1 on the season. Bryant Pattee (106) and Hayden Jones (132) each finished fourth going 2-2, while Logan Hiner (145) and John White (170) were both fifth 2-2 records, and Ayden Stouffer finished sixth with a 1-3 record on the day.

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Lights at Paradise planned this weekend

Santa Onboard Trolley No.85 last year as a morale booster during a time when many spirits were low,” said Jennifer LongDillon, tourism manager for Visit Wabash County. “It was such a hit last year, that we decided to bring it back and incorporate stops at the fire stations. We hope you bring your kiddos out to see Santa riding through town.”

these times with Christmas lights, Santa, music, and hot cocoa. The Wabash County Museum will also be open for kids’ Christmas activities. Trolley No.85 will be running from 5:30 to 8 p.m. between all locations, including a pickup at Eagles Theatre on Market Street and The Depot on Canal Street to help with parking. “Mayor Scott Long once said he would like to see lights at Paradise

Spring Historical Park for families to enjoy. When he said that, I jumped at the chance to do exactly that,” said Maria Smyth, Founders Day committee member. “This will be a winter amenity the

community can enjoy, free of charge.” This new, festive event was made possible by ous donations made by the Wabash County Museum and the City of Wabash.

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letters. Santa and the Trolley will stop at the Wabash Fire Department – South station located at 1470 Vernon St. from 4:30 to 4:45 p.m. and will end with a stop at the Wabash Fire Department – North station from 5:45 to 6p.m. Make sure to check out Santa’s route to see if he’ll be driving by your house! “Visit Wabash County started

Wabash Founders Day Festival officials announced the Lights at Paradise. The Founders Day committee has implemented the first stage of the walkway of lights process for Paradise Spring Historical Park. Throughout the month of December, families are invited to walk through the upper level of Paradise Spring Historical Park to see lit trees, cabins, and more. On Dec. 17-18 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., the community is invited to a new event called ‘Lights at Paradise Bash.’ The Paradise Spring Historical Park lights will be twinkling, complementary cookies will be served, and attendees will have a chance to meet Old Time Santa in a settler’s cabin. White Rock Recreation will also be open during

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The Cordeses (from left), Daryn, Ashley, Madelyn and Emaline. Photo provided

Roann farmer receives award By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com A local pork producer was awarded for his efforts at the recent Midwest Pork Conference, on Dec. 7 at the Boone County Fairgrounds in Lebanon. Daryn Cordes of Roann received the

Contract Grower Award at the annual convention. He was presented the award along with his wife, Ashley, and daugters Emaline and Madeline. The Cordeses own and operate AC/DC Farms near Roann and are considered contract growers for

Dykhuis Farms, an arrangement that the family has been in for 13 years. “Daryn grew up helping his grandfather take care of the pigs he raised,” said Ashley Cordes. “After his death, his mom took over the operation and Daryn helped her.” Cordes is in his 23rd year as a pork

producer, having bought his first barn at 20 years old. In recent years AC/DC Farms built two new facilities to finish freshlyweaned hogs. The family grows about 18,000 hogs in a year at the facility. Cordes is also a Roann volunteer firefighter.

Kids’ Klub meets on Wednesdays Kids’ Klub at Lagro United Methodist Church is a group for Kindergarten through 6th grade. It meets every Wednesday that Metro Schools is in session, from 6 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. The Kids’ Klub Christmas Program is Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. A meal will be provided for attendees after the program. The children will also receive a special gift at the end of the program. All are welcome to come and support eh children in their program. Lagro United Methodist Church invites you to its Sunday morning services at 9 a.m. and Sunday school for all ages at 10 a.m. Youth group activities for students in the 4th through 12th grades are also offered. Those activities and times vary each month depending on the service project. For more information on

youth programs, parents can email the church at LagroUMC@gmail.com. The Lagro United Methodist Church will be handing out free Christmas Meal bags on Dec. 22, from 6 to 7 p.m., while supplies last, in the church parking lot. The bags include a meat and sides. A hot meal-to-go will also be provided that night, while supplies last. 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. The Dec. 19 service will be the Christmas program. The Ladies Aid has items for sale: Noodles @ $5 quart bag; Pot Holders @ $5; Dora Transfers @ $3; and Rada Knives. The Men’s Group will meet Monday, Dec. 20, at 6:30 p.m. The Christmas Eve Worship Service will be Friday, Dec. 24, at 6 p.m. An Advent Prayer from Pastor Mark: Dear Lord, I don’t want the Christmas story to be so familiar that it doesn’t grab my heart. I don’t want to be so distracted or stressed with Christmas decorating,

shopping, and celebrating with family or friends that I miss connecting with Christ. Help me to be more than a spectator of the Nativity – I want to participate with You in Your gospel! Impress upon me the example of the people in the Biblical story (Zechariah, Mary, Joseph, the Angel, the Innkeeper, the Shepherds, or the Magi) that I most need to follow. Show me, Lord, who can best guide my way to worship Christ at His holy manger today. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. The Lagro Community Church invites you to Sunday School from 9 to 10 a.m. and worship service at 10 a.m. The speaker for Dec. 19 is Tim Brown. The Food Pantry at Lagro Community Church is open the third Saturday of every month from 9 to 10 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. The main entrance of Northfield High School has a Toys for Tots Donation Box sponsored by the Marine Corps Reserve. Students and staff are encouraged to donate Continued on Page 21

As news runs thin this time of year, I thought to revisit the past to learn what Christmas was like in our little town in 1945…excerpts taken from N. M. Historical Society website, Newsletter #4, November 1996 and written by Jay A. Taylor. In 1945 and 1949 the only local paper was the “News Journal”; in 1895 and 1896 the paper of my choice was the North Manchester “Journal”. The “News Journals” from Dec. 13 to Dec. 24 were helpful in telling the Christmas story. By Thursday, Dec. 13 the personals and stories were telling of a variety of Christmas parties, already over, for classes, clubs and groups. They had had grab bags, gift exchanges, Christmas singing and programs. The first front page article in that issue announced that local churches were dismissing their Dec. 16 evening services so their members could attend the annual presentation of the “Messiah,” in the Manchester College auditorium.

The performance was to be presented by the Manchester Choral Society with 250 voices from the College singing organizations augmented by voices of various church choirs. Of special excitement to me was that these voices were to be accompanied by the North Manchester Symphony Orchestra and Max Allen, organist. Gearing up for Christmas the stores on Thursday, Dec. 20, would forgo their weekly afternoon closing to be open until 9:30 p.m. that day, Friday and Saturday. The public was warned that the following Monday, Christmas Eve, the stores were going to close promptly at 5:30. Santa was to visit on Saturday afternoons, Dec. 15 and 22, coming by truck “straight to the

center of town.” He would arrive at 2 o’clock and stay till late evening, passing out treats from the Tri Kappa sorority. Hundreds of pounds of Christmas candy done up in onepound packages for $l were available at the Ritz theatre. Bill’s Grill announced open hours for Christmas Day. Page l of the Dec. 20, 1945 edition carried the banner headline “Yuletide programs in local churches.” Only one church in town advertised a Christmas Eve or Christmas Day celebration. The Lutheran church had both a 10 p.m. and a 11:30 p.m. Christmas Eve service. The Methodists were holding their children’s Christmas program on Friday evening, Dec. 21. Other churches announced a variety of Christmas activities for Sunday, Dec. 23. The Walnut Street Church of the Brethren was having three choirs in a candlelight service Sunday evening. The U.B. church had a Sunday Continued on Page 21

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Lion sponsor Larry Hoover (from left), ewly inducted Urbana Lion Tadd Hoover, and Urbana Lions President Denny Craft presenting the Certificate of Membership. Photo provided

Urbana Lions Club inducts new member

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The Urbana Hoover also Lions Club had its received a certifiChristmas dinner cate of memberplus a white eleship with the phant gift exchange Urbana Lions Club on Dec. 6 at the along with a Lion Urbana hat and Lions Lion lapel pin. Craft Communalso preity sented Building. Lion Larry There was Hoover a total of with a 18 particisponsor’s pants certificate which included Michael Mich Michael ael Sn Snell ell showing 260-774-3665 his sponguests of pinkynova71@ sorship of other hotmail.com the new members member. who have Lion Larry Hoover passed. was also asked to The group had a give the club some meal of ham and brief history on roast beef while other members car- Tadd. Larry Hoover ried in cheesy potatold the club that toes, green bean casserole, dressing, Tadd was a hard working guy and baked beans, corn, has always wanted seven layer salad to help where help and other salads was needed. The along with several Urbana Lions were different desserts, very happy to have cakes and pies. him join. Lion Bonita Snell After all the forwould like to thank malities were over everyone who brought in different dishes and desserts to go with the meal. After the Lions enjoyed the meal, Urbana Lion President Denny Craft took the pleasure of inducting a new member. His name is Tadd Hoover. Craft presented Hoover with a new membership packet containing information about the Lions International and what Lionism is all about.

the members and visitors were ready to begin, in rotation, the White Elephant gift exchange. It was all in fun and just like last year, Lion Luke Hunt brought a gift he had put together for the exchange. Hunt does taxidermy. The year before last, he had put together a stuffed squirrel. Everyone loved it. I wanted it but didn’t get it. I’m not sure who ended up with it. Anyway this year he had put together a little guy, I presume it was a guy; anyway it had a big patch of white fur and two big eyes with a bit of brown surrounding the white and a little feather standing straight up on top. This little guy stood about four inches tall not counting the feather. This creature Continued on Page 23

evening musical play, entitled, “What Shall I Give.” On that Sunday morning the First Brethren Church had a children’s program at l0:30. At 7 o’clock that evening the combined youth and adult choirs of that church brought a cantata. After Sunday evening there wasn’t a single mention of a religious celebration except the Lutheran Christmas Eve services. It would appear that few churches, or businesses would think of running competition with family Christmas gatherings on Dec. 24 or 25. A few rural Indiana communities coined a phrase to describe

this clearing of the calendar for family Christmas celebrations. It was named “Christmas Sunday,” and sometimes Christmas Sunday happened as early as Dec. 17 to be sure churches did not interfere with family gatherings. An important story for Dec. 20 that year was the final announcement from Wayne Garman, manager of the Ritz and Marshall theatres that he was giving his free Christmas party for grade school children beginning simultaneously in both places at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 22. The theatre special was supposed to feature a special comedy, plus short subjects of interest

Lagro news new, unwrapped toys through December. Upcoming events for Northfield High School: Dec. 15 – Boys and Girls Basketball Practice; 7/8 Boys and Girls Basketball Practice; 5/6 BBB – Blair Point. Dec. 16-17 – Exams. Dec. 16 – Boys and Girls Basketball Practice; 7/8 Girls Basketball Practice; Basketball (7/8 Boys) @

Manchester. Dec. 17 – Girls Basketball Practice; 7th Girls Basketball Practice; 7/8 Boys, Basketball Practice; Basketball (JV/V Boys) @ Wabash. Dec. 18 – State Championship Ring Ceremony; Basketball (Frosh Girls) – Wabash High School; Basketball (JV Girls) –Wabash; Basketball (V Girls) – Wabash. Dec. 20 – January 2 – Christmas

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...continued from Page 20 to children. I believe the comedy was a “Superman” feature. AMERICAN LEGION SERVING BREAKFAST: The American Legion Post S.A.L is open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Monday serving breakfast, noon lunch ‘special’ and soup at the Laketon Post Home on Troyer Road. 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. NORTH MANCHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@gmail .com or you may call me at 260-9828800. The deadline for news to appear next week.

...continued from Page 20 Break. Dec. 20 – Boys and Girls Basketball Practice. Dec. 21 – Boys and Girls Basketball Practice. Dec. 22 – Boys Basketball Practice; Basketball (JV/V Girls) @ Columbia City. Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Diana Judy, Terry Poole, and Larry Ross. Lagro Happy

Birthday: Dec. 16 – Amanda Wood; Dec. 19 – Ben Speicher; Dec. 20 – Roger Snyder; Dec. 22 – Suzan Hamilton. Do you have a birthday or anniversary to celebrate? Do you have a special event to share? If so, just send me an email at the address listed above, or text me at 260-571-2577. I’d love to share your special day or your community event. Let’s share the news!

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Engraved bricks would make great holiday gift for veterans

Remember to order a brick for your veteran. This is a very nice gift for any holiday. The cost is $75 and it is an 8-inch brick. Just call Jerry Wilson at 765-9814928 to order one and to give him the information for the brick. The veteran does not have to live in this area or be from this area. If you have a veteran you would like to honor and know the years he or she served, please honor them with a brick. DAVID SOLLARS wants to take this time to give thanks for the wheel chair ramp he received after having his lower leg amputated. Randy Stone Grant County State Bank for loan, LaFontaine Odd Fellows for money, John Powell and Montie Cardwell for building the ramp. Hugh Cook and Robbie Cook for all the help before the ramp was built Go Blees Everyone of you. IN 1965, CHARLES SCHUIZ, a devout Christian and creator of the Peanuts comic strip, was asked to create a Christmas special for CBS featuring the Peanuts Characters. He agreed with one requirement, that they allow him to include the story of the birth of Jesus. Although the stations executives were hesitant and tried to convince hi otherwise, Schulz was insistent. As a result, for the past 50 years, millions of people have watched and “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and heard the story of Jesus and “what Christmas is all about.” It wasn’t until a few years back that I realized a “hidden message” in the

film. Linus, a child who seems to have some insecurities as he carries a security blanket with him at all times. In fact, Linus never drops his blanket, except once.. While sharing the message of “what Christmas is all about,” Linus drops his blanket at the exact moment he says the words, “fear not!” In this seemingly innocent moment, Linus delivers a powerful reminder of the true meaning of Christmas. We are to “fear not,” for Jesus is born. We needn’t rely on material things for security, we have God with us, “Immanuel”, I (Matthew 1:23) Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior the-true meaning of Christmas. A while back, someone informed me, indignantly so, that Linus picks up his blanket at the end of the speech so my interpretation must be wrong. Well, he was right, Linus does pick up his blanket at the end of his speech. However, he “drops” it again later. Amid bright, colorful, shiny artificial trees, Charlie Brown chose the least of these, a little, wooden tree with just a few branches. Shortly thereafter, Linus uses his blanket to wrap about the base of the tree and says, “Maybe it just needs a little love.” In that moment, the tree “awaken”, stands tall and

firm. A reminder that no matter who we are, how many mistakes we’ve made, a “little love” can make all the difference. Let’s strive to “fear not” (Luke 2:10) and “love one another” (John 13:34), not just at Christmastime, but the whole year through.” SOUTHWOOD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL: Tickets for the 2021-22 Wabash County Holiday Basketball Tournament (to be played at Wabash High School December 29-30) are currently on sale in the Southwood High School Athletic Office until December 17. Those tickets will also be on sale and available at Home Varsity Basketball Contests before Christmas break. IS THERE A SANTA CLAUS “I remember tearing across town on my bike to visit Grandma on the day my brother dropped the bomb: “There is no Santa Claus,” he jeered? “Even dummies know that!” My Grandma was not the gushy kind, never had been. I fled to her that day because I knew she would be straight with me. I knew Grandma always told the truth, and I knew that the truth always went down a whole lot easier when swallowed

with one of her “would-famous” cinnamon buns. I knew they were world-famous, because Grandma said so. It had to be true, Grandma was home, and the buns were still warm. Between bites, I told her everything. She was ready for. “No Santa Claus?” she snorted, “Ridiculous! Don’t believe it. That rumor has been going around for years, and it makes me mad, plain mad!! Now, put on your coat, and let’s go.” “Go? Go where, Grandma:” I asked. I hadn’t even finished my second world-famous cinnamon bun. “Where” turned out to be Kirby’s General Store, the one store in town that had a little bit of just about everything. As we walked through its doors, Grandma handed me ten dollars. That was a bundle in those days. “Take this money,” she said, “and buy something for someone who needs it. I’ll wait for you in the car.” Then she turned and walked out of Kirby’s. I was only eight years old. I’d often gone shopping with my mother, but never had I shopped for anything all by myself. The store seemed big and crowded, full of people

SOUTHWOOD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Our 8th graders had a blast competing in Cupcake Wars! They won in categories for flavor, presentation, creativity, and originality. Great job girls.

THANKS TO THESE ladies who came out for our Christmas Sock Gnome Craft Saturday at the Troyer Memorial Library! We had such a fun time decorating sock gnome, listening to Christmas music, and drinking some coffee at our coffee bar. Let us know if you’re interested in making a Christmas Gnome. scrambling to finish their Christmas shopping. For a few moments I just stood there, confused, clutching that ten-dollar bill, wondering what to buy, and who on earth to buy it for. I thought of everybody I knew: my family, my friends, my neighbors, the kids at school, the people who went to my church. I was just about thought out, when I suddenly thought of Bobby Decker. He was a kid with bad breath and messy hair, and he sat right behind me in Mrs. Pollock’s grade-two class. Bobby Decker didn’t have a coat. I knew that because he never went out to recess during the winter. His mother always wrote a note, telling the teacher that he had a cough, but all we kids knew that Bobby Decker didn’t have a cough; he didn’t have a good coat. I fingered the tendollar bill with growing excitement. I would buy Bobby Decker a coat! I settled on a red corduroy one that had a hood to it. It looked really warm, and he would like that. “Is this a Christmas present for someone? “The lady behind the counter asked kindly, as I laid my ten dollars down. “Yes, Ma’am,” I replied shyly. “It’s for Bobby.” The nice lady smiled at me, as I told her about how Bobby really

needed a good winter coat. I didn’t get any change, but she put the coat in a bag, smiled again, and wished me a Merry Christmas. That evening, Grandma helped me wrap the coat (a little tag fell out of the coat, and Grandma tucked it in her Bible) in Christmas paper and ribbons and wrote, “To bobby, From Santa Claus” on it. Grandma said that Santa always insisted on secrecy. Then she drove me over to Bobby Decker’s house, explaining as we went that I was now a forever officially, one of Santa’s helpers. Grandma parked down the street from Bobby’s house, and she and I crept noiselessly and hid in the bushes by his front walk. Then Grandma gave a nudge. “All right, Santa Claus,” she whispered, “get going.” I took a deep breath, dashed for his front door, threw the present down on his step, pounded his door and flew back to the safety of the bushes and Grandma. Together we waited breathlessly in the darkness for the front door to open. Finally, it did, and there stood Bobby. Fifty years haven’t dimmed the thrill of those moments spent shivering, beside my Grandma, in Bobby Decker’s bushes. That night, I realized that those

awful rumors about Santa Claus were just what Grandma said there were— ridiculous. Santa was alive and well, and we were on his team. I still have the Bible, with the coat tag tucked inside: $19.95. May you always have love to share, health to spare and friends that care.. And may you always believe in the magic of Santa Claus!” Writer Unknown LEVI STAATS and April Arrowed joined the Josiah White’s and Compass Rose Academy Teams this week. SOUTHWOOD BOOSTER CLUB on Dec. 17 4-7 p.m. will hold their Annual Pork Loin Dinner…(pork loin is marinated and grilled by some of SHS finest). Dinner includes grilled loin, salad, chips and a drink!! Tickets $9 Great way to help out our winter sports!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY Laura Eppley Dec. 16, Denise Bachman, Jeanna Friedersdorf Dec. 17, Katie Branble, Bill Hogge Sr., Peggy Wilson Dec. 18, Ed Harrison Dec. 20 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Clarence and Diana McNeeley Dec. 20 Brad and Missy Wright Dec. 22 SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.co m or 2258E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN 46940

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The RCH of Roann wants to thank everyone for supporting their annual Winter Market on Saturday, Dec. 4. It was a huge success, lots of people turned out to support all the vendors. A live nativity scene and carolers were downtown to help celebrate the “Reason for the Season.” The switch on the town’s Christmas tree was turned on at 6 p.m. They announced that Diana Dice won the gift bag. Children had a day of fun with activities at the Paw Paw Township Public Library and the Community Building. Santa had to park his sleigh outside of town so the Roann Volunteer Fire Department picked him up and brought him to town on the fire truck for a personal appearance. Santa talked with all the children, handing out candy and lots of pictures were taken. To finish out a great day, hot chocolate and cookies were enjoyed by all. RCH Group would like to thank everyone who helped with the planning and carrying out of this great day. It was, for sure, a group

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effort. Special thanks go out to Town Marshal Steve Hicks and Steve Johnson of the Roann Volunteer Fire Department, along with Krys Martin, Neal Bever, John Heater, Russell Quillen, Bailey’s Pizza Shoppe, Walk by Faith Church and the Roann Christian Church. We can’t forget Santa Clause for taking time out of his busy schedule to visit us! ROSELLA (ROSIE) Dyson will be celebrating her 90th birthday on Dec. 19. She has lived in Wabash County all of her life. She has lived at her current address, 5725 N. 400 W., Wabash, IN 46992, since she and Dick Dyson were married on Dec. 31, 1949. Cards and calls to her are encouraged to help her celebrate this special day. PASTOR BALMER of the Roann United Methodist Church sermon for Dec. 19

will be from 1st John 4:7-16 titled “God is Love”. Fourth Sunday of Advent will be observed. You are invited to worship in person or on Facebook at 9am. There will be a Christmas Eve Service at 7 p.m. UPCOMING DATES: Dec. 14 – Roann Town Board Meeting, Town Hall, 7 p.m. OUR PRAYERS go out to: Don Stevens, Charles “Junior” Smith, Jo Ellen Nelson, Betty Boyer, Coy Eads, Rhonda Van Buskirk, Ken Musselman, Renee Cheanult, Tim Kersey, Ron Shaw, and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy. God bless you all! OUR CONDOLENCES go out to Teresa Vigar’s family & friends on her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Also, Morris Ogden went home to his heavenly Father, prayers for his family and friends as well. CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES: Dec. 19 – Mr. & Mrs. Eric Scholes; Dec. 20 – Mr. & Mrs. Rob Cussen. CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: Dec. 15 – Jennifer McColley and Jane Whitney; Dec. 17 – Steve Powell; Dec.

Urbana news was another big hit with the group. The name it was called was, What on earth! Hunt said it looks like a little Nome creature of some sort. The whole evening was nice and full of fun. It was very nice to see friends that no one has seen in a while and to enjoy the spouses of members past. Lions Michael and Bonita Snell want to thank everyone for the help on the dishes and clean up of the

building. The Urbana Lions would like to take this time to wish everyone safe and Happy Holidays. Prayer concerns: Ronnie Anderson, John Eltzroth, Julie Miller, Marilyn Karns, Lowell Karns, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie, Ruth Summers, Terry Knee, Paxton Wright, Jan Fitch, Jim and Pat Hartley, Coy Eads and his parents and sisters, Joni Fox,

Santa Claus visits with children in downtown Roann. Photo provided 18 – Emerson Allen, Stacy Baer, Clifton (Corky) Cordes, and Mark Vigar; Dec. 19 – Tim Kersey; Dec. 20 – Jacob Schuler; Dec. 21 – Khyndal Wood, Kenneth Donaldson, Tyler Vigar, Alethea Eudy, and Cassie Eudy. PASTOR ROB’S Thoughts for the week: Christmas holiday can be filled with so many emotions, good and bad. We fill our lives with so many things that it seems we never slow down to enjoy the time off from work. Stress can come from getting the correct gift, spending time with family members, trying to accomplish end of year goals, and setting new ones for the next year. There are so many

expectations from food to trips to gifts. But what we focus on will be either the stress or joy that we are seeking. One thing we learn from all of this is nothing apart from Jesus Christ will bring us true joy, peace, and satisfaction. It all depends on what you worship and seek. The things of this earth will fall short of satisfying our needs. Therefore, I want to focus on the true source of joy, peace, and that which satisfies my soul. John 1:1-5 tells us about Jesus Christ and explains how He is the reason for the season. Jesus Christ exists. There are many who say they don’t believe in God but in so many ways exist as if

...continued from Page 21 Community. Breakfast Bunch: met at the Fried Egg on Dec. 8, 2021. This group tries to meet every Wednesday around 7:30 a.m. Those attending were Steve Gilbert, Tom and Joyce Willcox, Larry and Nancy Meyer, Peggy Dilling and Pat McNabney. Come on down some Wednesday morning and have breakfast with them. I’m sure they won’t turn you away. Christmas Idea: If by chance you

are looking for a special Christmas gift to give this year here is an idea. You could purchase an Urbana History book. This book contains history of Urbana starting from 1852 to present. This would be a cool item to give as a Christmas gift to an Urbana resident or anyone else that is curious about Urbana’s history. Call Shirley at 260-774-3626.

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COUNTY OF WABASH

) CAUSE NO. 85C01-2111-MI-793

) SS: IN RE THE NAME CHANGE OF: KAYLA CANNON PETITIONER

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NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Kayla Cannon, whose mailing address is: 550 Hamlin St., Wabash, IN 46992, hereby gives notice that Kayla Cannon has filed a petition in the Wabash Circuit Court requesting that her name be changed to Kayla Cannon. Notice is further given that the hearing will be held on said Petition on January 14, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. Kayla Cannon Petitioner November 15, 2021 Date 12/8, 12/15, 12/22/21

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Jerry Pennington, Mary Ann Mast, 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 Mona L. Dalton’s family and friends from the Urbana Community and also Teresa Ann Vigar’s family and friends from the Urbana

there is a God. The word is Jesus Christ and God is eternal without beginning or end. The Jesus deity is shown that the word was with God and was God. Note that he was not a god, but He is God. God the Father planned the creation and Jesus Christ carries out the Father’s plan of creation and the Holy Spirit works in mankind to fulfill his plan. Everything was made by God for

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) IN THE WABASH CIRCUIT COURT )SS: COUNTY OF WABASH ) 2021 TERM IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE ) OF ) CAUSE NO 85C01-2109-EU-000079 STEVEN LEE BRYANT, ) DECEASED ) NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION In the Wabash Circuit Court of Wabash County, Indiana. Notice is hereby given that Joyce Ann Bryant was, on the 23rd day of September, 2021, appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Steven Lee Bryant, deceased, who died on the 7th day of August, 2021. 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 23rd day of September, 2021. Lori J. Draper CLERK OF THE WABASH CIRCUIT COURT CASS COUNTY, INDIANA /S/ John C. Muehlhausen Attorney for Estate John C. Muehlhausen, Esq. Attorney ID# 9245-09 MUEHLHAUSEN LAW OFFICE 412 East Broadway Logansport, IN 46947 Tel.: (574)387-6554 12/8, 12/15/21

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Sorority meets in Columbia City The Alpha Zeta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International met Nov. 6, 2021 at Grace Lutheran Church in Columbia City. The meeting was called to order at 8:30 a.m. by President Ann Ambler with 20 members present. Ambler welcomed Leslie Hamman who is treasurer of the Indiana State Organization and State Liaison for Alpha Zeta Chapter. Delta Kappa Gamma is a women educators’ society. Members of Alpha Zeta chapter work and/or live in Grant, Huntington, Wabash, and Whitley Counties. After Ambler offered prayer, members had breakfast prepared by the hostess committee comprised of Linda Sutton,Kirsten Jines, Roxanne Thomas, Karen Swineheart and Barbara Overdeer. The Opening Thought was Psalm 100:4-5 read by Kirsten Jines. Professional artists Michael and

Jennifer Lude, coowners of Entwined Art and Innovation Services, presented the program on Creativity. Jennifer stressed that all children have creativity, but it is lost over time. It can be relearned by being open to new ideas and by not worrying about failure. The members used their creativity to make decorative pieces that could be hung or used as bookmarks. Ann Ambler conducted the business meeting in which the Secretary’s and Treasurer’s reports were accepted as printed. Members donated to the chapter project which is supporting chosen food pantries, and to the Celebration and Scholarship funds. Myra Schmidt, chairman of Professional Affairs handed out Grant-in-Aid applications for members to give to qualified students. They are to be returned in January. Karen Kinney, Personal Growth chairman, read to members a chil-

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dren’s book that has a lesson and is titled “I Really Like Slop” (an Elephant and Piggy book by Mo Williams). Ann Ambler led us in singing two patriotic songs in honor of Veteran’s Day. Jadean Barnes, chairman of the Cheer Committee passed around several cards to be signed for members who needed encouragement in times of illness and problems. A letter was read from a member who has moved into an assisted living facility. In new business, Jadean Barnes moved to amend the Chapter Scholarship Standing Rules to make them more user friendly, Karen Bandelier seconded and the motion passed. President Ann presented a rose, certificate, and a bag of candy to members who have reached a milestone in their length of membership. Achieving 5 years were Myra Schmidt, and Jessica Vedder. Jennifer Harris has

been a member for 15 years and Judy Jordan has reached 25 years. Those reaching 35 years were Karen Bandelier, Karen Swineheart, Barba Eickhoff, and Brenda Landis. Achieving 40 years were Donna Ott, Karen Miller, and Mary Pahmeier. Donna Myer reached 45 years. All others received a bag of candy and Ann ended with the reading of the poem, “I Hope You Live Louder”. Congratulations were given to Carol Herzog for being nominated for Northeast Regional Director. Mary Catherine Palmer led a Ceremony of Remembrance for Judith Mugg who passed away. Memories were shared by others. The guest, Leslie

Hamman, State Liaison for Alpha Zeta, brought greetings. The hostess committee members were thanked for their wonderful meeting arrangements. The Closing Thought was given by Karen Swineheart sharing information about one of her favorite authors, Eric Carle and reading one of his books that fit with the program. The next meeting will be via ZOOM, January 22, 2022. The meeting was adjourned at 12:00 p.m. with the singing of “The Delta Kappa Gamma Song.” Those members attending the meeting from Wabash County were Brenda Landis and Nancy Kolb.

Him and through Him for his honor and glory. Jesus Christ came to this earth to be life for all mankind. Jesus not only created mankind, but gave eternal life by giving his life upon the cross so mankind could be made right through the shed blood of Jesus. God had compassion upon mankind because they were found dead in their sins and separated from God. He sent his son Jesus Christ to pay the penalty of sin through giving his life upon the cross to pay the debt of sin and therefore making mankind right with God. This life given is eternal life with God in heaven. That is our assurance and hope in the face of physical death. For those who are in Christ and have passed away, they await the day when we are reunited in heaven. That is our true joy and peace. Jesus Christ is the light in this world of darkness and evil. God says mankind loves darkness. Darkness represents evil and wickedness. It does not need to be explained because the sin in this world is so evident. Mankind’s heart is so wicked and we all need to be shown the light of righteousness found in Jesus. We live in a dark, evil world and God says mankind would rather live in the evil. The light guides, protects from hidden obstacles, and comforts from fear. Our rest is found in allowing that light to show us the way in this life. We can be assured that there will be more evil to come but righteousness will win out and the light of God will provide the vision to see our way. So, in this Christmas season, allow Jesus Christ to be your joy, peace, and satisfaction. Even in the midst of earthly pain and suffering, Jesus is our hope that comforts. In the environment of worry and fear, Jesus is our peace and rest. In the discouragement of the lack of contentment, Jesus is all we need. My God provides all we need for life and godliness. Jesus is the reason for the season. I CAN BE reached by email at meyerann@centurylink.net or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Also, I am reachable by phone 765-833-2614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10am to appear in the next weeks paper.

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