The Paper of Wabash County April 19, 2023, Issue

Wabash Little League turns 70 years old Wabash Lions created League in 1953

By Joseph Slacian

The Wabash Little League will kick off its 70th season on Saturday morning, April 22, at the Field of Dreams.

Opening ceremonies will begin at 11 a.m., with games to follow throughout the day.

League President Bryan Dillon said plans call to have as many former League presidents attend the event as possible.

Creating the league was the idea of Clyde Duker, who moved his family to Wabash in 1952, according to Wabash County Historian Ron Woodward.

Woodward said Duker wanted something to help his sons and other boys in the community stay busy, so he broached the idea with members of the Wabash Lions Club.

Duker went on to serve as the League’s first commissioner.

Harold “Doc” Pfeifer, Rex Price and Charlie “Bill” Barrows also were among those who helped create the League, according to Dillon, Stan Leland, Josh Long and Jim Widner, all former players or coaches who recently sat down with The Paper of Wabash

A sign hangs at the Field of Dreams honoring Wabash Lions Club members who helped form the Wabash Little League in 1953.

County to share their memories.

Others, according to a sign at the Field of Dreams honoring those who helped create the League, were Orville Butts, Hubert Carter, Tony Corso, Russell Jones, John Keaffaber, George Lester, Marion Niccum and O.W. Stephens.

But before the League could

begin, there was much work that had to be accomplished.

For one, Woodward noted, was there was no baseball diamond for the teams to play on. The Lions Club members built one on the lower level of Wabash City Park.

Play began on June 24, 1953. The day was special, with a parade to City Park. Mayor James Smallwood threw out the first pitch before play began.

“I was told that that diamond didn’t have a fence,” Dillon said. “So, if you hit it up on the hill it was a home run.”

Leland confirmed Dillon’s comment.

Over the years, renovations began at the diamond, perhaps with the biggest change being the addition of lights around 1963. The lights were used by crews building the Salamonie Dam, and were donated to the League.

There were eight teams in the League when Leland began playing in 1967.

“My first year, I was 8 years old, I was in the American League,” he recalled. “The first year was at the City Park.”

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The League’s 2023 season will open on Saturday, April 22, with opening ceremonies scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. at the Field of Dreams.

Local students to compete in robotics championship

By Amanda Redman aredman@thepaperofwabash.com

Robotics teams from four Wabash County schools are heading to the world championships and bringing with them lots of local “swag” to share with teams from around the globe.

Four qualified teams from Sharp Creek Elementary will join Northfield Jr/Sr High, O.J. Neighbours and Southwood Elementary teams at Vex World Championship in Dallas, Texas, from April 25 through May 4.

Grow Wabash County is currently collecting “swag bags” to send with the teams will provide gift bags to teams from other schools from around the world and country.

This is the second year in a row that all four teams at Sharp Creek Elementary have qualified for the world match, said Amber Bretzman, Robotics coach.

“It’s amazing. It’s such a great cultur-

al experience for the students,” Bretzman said.

The Vex competition requires that competing team members work together to achieve the goal.

“It’s not like battle bots,” Bretzman explained. “They have to learn to communicate with each other. They have to drive together.”

Interviews with CEO’s and business managers from tech giants like Tesla, Google and NASA provide great experience for the teams, Bretzman said.

Preliminary interviews began earlier this month via video conferencing. If the team gets called back for a second interview, they know they are in the running for an award.

“It opens a lot of doors for them that otherwise they might not have known about,” Bretzman said.

The event also opens doors for Wabash County through the distribution of locally branded merchandise in the swag swap.

“It’s a nice way to promote your area,” Bretzman said. “It gets Wabash out there on a global scale.”

Teams competing in the Vex World Championship are as follows:

Southwood

Elementary Robotics - 5th Grade TeamTianna Simpson, Bridge Marshall, Nash Cunningham, Jace Deaton, Cale Unger, Kinley Schul and Lily Haynes.

O.J. Neighbors

Elementary - Isaac and Maverick Mattern, Finn Fairchild, Carter Atkins and Bennett Fry.

Northfield Jr/Sr High- 7th Grade

Team - Nate Hodson, Madelyn Holley, Preston Moore, Stella Stephens, Gavin Lester, and Collin Biehl

Sharp Creek Elementary Robotics-

Blue NorsebotsChase Ross, Hudson Texeira, Kaitlyn Laferney, Theodore Francis, Andrew Biehl, Ryker McKillip

Gray NorsebotsPatrick Nesler, Alexis Laferney, Adalynn Hawkens, Riddik Dietrich,

Liam King, Cheyanne �Wells, Levi Sawmiller

White NorsebotsLyla Bretzman, Mosby Stephens, Jackson

Renebarger, Jaymes Slone, Gabriel Hyden, Ridge McKillip, Charlotte Harrington

Black NorsebotsNoah Ross, Aiden Lowery, Audrey Hawkens, Amelia McKillip, Eli Roark, Zaidyn Jones

Donations for the

swag bags will be accepted through Thursday, April 20, at 214 S. Wabash St., Wabash.

Suggested items include stickers, keychains, T-shirts, hats, pens, pencils, notepads, water bottles, logoed toys such as frisbees, foam footballs, and so forth. The schools are requesting that at least 120 of the selected swag be donated to make sure everyone gets a full bag.

Wabash Little League

League at that time played its games at the diamond near the Honeywell Pool.

That diamond is now the home of the Wabash High School girls softball team.

“Todd Titus told me that they started that diamond behind the pool and then it kind of went dormant,” Dillon continued.

“The Lions Club came in and put the lights in. He thought that was 1968.”

Many consider Wabash to be a “baseball city.”

“I think Little League is a big part of that,” Leland said. “I think even before that, softball was a big deal. I know my Dad talks about all kinds of teams and all kinds of great players. I think if you love baseball, Little League is a great starting point.

“Kids love to play it. Moms and dads love to follow it. It’s

been strong here.”

Wabash has had great success, having an all-star team in the state finals every year from 1983 to 1989. Three of those years, 1983, 1986 and 1988, Wabash won the state championship and continued on the road to try to earn the right to advance to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa. Unfortunately, the three teams fell short in that endeavor.

“Little League started in the 1940s in Williamsport, and it wasn’t long before it came here,” said Widner, who coached on the All-Star teams of the 1980s. “It was just an opportunity for people like Doc Pfeifer, he had an appreciation for baseball, Rex Price,

who was a teacher, and a lot of parents” to get involved.

The four estimated that an average of at least 500 youngsters per year participated in the program, which today includes T-Ball, Rookie Coaches Pitch, Coaches Pitch, American League, National League and the Jr.Sr. League, with youth ranging from 4 to 16 years of age.

Just as Duker and his fellow Lions Club brothers were instrumental in developing Little League here, the four agreed that the late Bill Hensley was instrumental in helping make the League what it is today.

It was Hensley who had the vision to develop the Field

of Dreams, Widner said, recalling a conversation her had with him. It was also Hensley who came up with the idea to help raise funds for it through bingo.

Sticker sales have also been a part of the League’s fundraising efforts since the early days.

“I remember, when I played, the top 15 salesmen would get a Rawlings baseball glove,” Leland recalled. “Boy, did I want one of those.”

The 2023 sticker sales kicked off on April 15.

Dillon is in his eighth year as League president.

“Every year I say I’m done,” he said. “But then I get my second wind. My son played, and here comes my grandchildren. I’ve

got to grandsons in the League.”

The League also helped some players continue on to become professional baseball players. Perhaps the most notable is Keith Shepherd, who played four years in the Major Leagues with Philadelphia, Colorado, Boston and Baltimore.

Leland was drafted by the Houston Astros and made it

as high as Triple A, playing for Tucson in the Pacific Coast League.

Donnie Blair was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers, playing for four years for Minor League teams in the Arizona Rookie League, the California League and the Midwest League.

Zach Dials spent five years in the Minor League,

making it as high as Double A for three seasons with the New Hampshire Fisher Cats and the Harrisburg Senators.

Dillon, Leland, Long and Widner all agreed that the League wouldn’t have been as successful as it has been without the support of the businesses and individuals in the community.

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Imagine One 85 official does his part to stem population decline

By Amanda Redman aredman@thepaperofwabash.com

Alex Downard was already doing his part to reverse the county’s population decline simply by living here.

The newly appointed director of Imagine One 85 decided to make North Manchester his home after college instead of returning to his hometown or moving to a bigger city.

“When I moved to Wabash County as an 18-year old from Indianapolis to attend Manchester University, I realized quickly that the people in Wabash County are different,”

Downard said.

“The pride Wabash County residents have in their respective communities is contagious. That’s why I stayed after I graduated when I was doing work in Fort Wayne and Indianapolis and it would’ve been easier to live elsewhere. I wanted to be a part of it. I believe in this place and the potential it has.”

Launched in 2020 — the same year Downard graduated with a degree in business and political science — Imagine One 85 is an initiative to reverse population

decline while increasing growth and prosperity throughout the county’s future.

All county governing bodies adopted the Imagine One85 Countywide Comprehensive Plan in 2022.

“No one individual, city, town, or organization alone can reverse four decades of population decline in our community,”

Downard said.

“The foresight of the leaders here to create a collaborative, all-encompassing approach to do something that changes the trajectory of our county solidifies the very reason I decided to stay here.”

After college, Downard began working for Michael Kinder & Sons, a familyowned plan, design and build firm in Fort Wayne. Continuing his career in business development, he later launched Downard

Development Strategies.

“We are thrilled to contract with Alex and Downard Development Strategies to lead the implementation of the recommendations outlined in the Imagine One85 plan that our community has worked so hard on over the last couple of years,” said Keith Gillenwater, president and CEO of Grow Wabash County. “We have worked with Alex often, dating back to his time as a college intern for Grow Wabash County while he was studying at Manchester University.”

Downard was the first Wabash County resident to graduate from Indiana Leadership Forum, a nonprofit organization focused on preparing qualified Indiana residents for civil service Cont. on Pg. 11.

Heartland students help Special Olympics:

Students from the Heartland Career Center’s Auto Collision class, along with members of the faculty and officials from the Wabash County Special Olympics look on as a $3,000 check is presented to the Special Olympics program. The funds were raised through a coin challenge conducted among all the classes at the school. The auto collision class won the competition. Participating in the presentation were (front row, from left) John Poinke, Special Olympics president), Pat Lynn, Special Olympics board member, Vickie Houlihan, Heartland’s BPA Advisor; Heartland Director Mark Hobbs (second row, from left), Matthew Stair (OH), Brayden Orr (MHS), AJ McCord (WHS), John White (SHS), Kobe Cruz (WHS), Levi Hyden (WHS), Michele Biltz; Special Olympics treasurer; Eric DiazDeLeon (third row, from left) (MHS), Landon Shoue (NHS), Dallis Chain (NHS), Luis Gonzalez (MHS), Klayton Jackson (OH), Hayden Berry (SHS), Jackson Jacoby (WHS), Dwayne Johnson, Heartland Auto Collision Instructor.

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Wabash Spring Cleanup set to begin on April 24

The City of Wabash 2023 Spring Cleanup dates are April 24 to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 29. This service is for the City of Wabash residents only.

All items should be curbside by 6 a.m. on the day of your weekly trash route.

Piles are to be no larger than a 4 feet by 8 feet.

Items are not to be placed curbside before April 22.

A dumpster will be provided at the Street Department located at 1360 Manchester Ave. for residents who do not want to place items on the curbside. The hours will be 10 a.m. 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Proof of City residence will be required.

Items that will not be accepted at curbside by the

Street Department include: Batteries, paint, petroleum products, chemicals, televisions, computers, and other electronic devices, tires, appliances with freon, loose shingles, drywall, and plaster. All items listed above except loose shingles, drywall,

and plaster should be dropped off at the Wabash County Solid Waste Management District without a fee. The district does not accept trash.

The Street Department will try to stay on schedule, due to weather or heavy

volumes they may run behind. If this happens, please be patient and your items will be picked up as quickly as possible.

The Solid Waste

Management District will host Tox-a-Way Day from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 29 at 1101 Manchester Ave.

Items that will be

accepted during Tox Away Day are:

Household Electronics, including TVs; freon and non-freon appliances; tires; household chemicals;

paint and stain; batteries; all mercury and mercury devices, propane tanks and grills, expired or unused medications and used needles.

Richvalley Lions to host blood drive April 26

Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. They don’t wear capes or special suits, and their badge of honor is the bandage that shows they gave the gift of life.

The community is invited to become a hometown hero and answer the call of patients in need by donating blood on April 26, 2023 from noon to 6 p.m. At the Richvalley Lions Club Community Building, 56 Mill Street, Richvalley.

Call Doug Simon at 765-260-571-5514 or go to redcrossblood.org using sponsor code: richvalley

We have dedicated this blood drive to Sawyer Draper, a 7 year old who has been battling Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia since he was 2. During the past five years

Sawyer has relapsed twice and has received two stem cell transplants with the donor being his cousin, Remy, both times. He has had countless procedures, chemotherapy treatments, medications, and close to 50 blood transfusions. That is 50 people who have saved his life, because they went and donated blood at a blood drive.

Through all this Sawyer remains resilient.

For the hour it takes to give blood, there could be a whole community of people thankful for another birthday given to their loved one.

The American Red Cross continues to face a national blood crisis – its worst blood shortage in over a decade, posing a concerning risk to patient care.

Doctors have been forced to make difficult decisions about who receives transfusions and who will need to wait until more products become available.

Blood and platelet

donations are critically needed to help prevent further delays in vital medical treatments.

The Red Cross has experienced about a 10% decline in the number of people donating blood since the pandemic began

The Red Cross also continues to confront relentless issues due to the pandemic, including ongoing blood drive cancellations and staffing limitations

Every community in America needs blood on a daily basis. At a time when many businesses and organizations across the country are experiencing pandemic challenges – the Red Cross is no different. And while we are all learning how to live in this new environment, how we spend our time, where we work, how we give back, how we make a difference in the lives of others –donating blood must continue to be part of it.

February is a month for making heartwarming gestures. The Red Cross and Amazon will thank all who come to give Feb. 128, 2022, with a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. • If there is not an immediate opportunity available to donate, donors are asked to make an appointment in the days and weeks ahead to ensure the Red Cross can replenish and maintain a sufficient blood supply

To make an appointment or to learn more, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-733-2767 or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

Completion of a RapidPass online health history questionnaire is encouraged to help speed up the donation process. To get

started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org

/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App. A blood donor

card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.

Individuals who are

17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least

110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood.

High school students and other

donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Krouse reflects on visit to Easter Egg Roll

By Eric Christiansen

Sam Krouse, coCEO of MPS Egg Farms, along with his family, spent an extended Easter weekend with some big rollers at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll at the White House.

The Easter Egg Roll was Monday, April 10, but the Krouses spent three days in D.C., Sunday through Tuesday.

“It was a neat opportunity,” Krouse said as he explained his role in the festivities. “I serve on the American Egg Board which is Egg Producers check off organization. That just means that every egg producer collectively pays money to the egg board and they use that money to do promotion and

research on eggs.”

The egg roll dates back to the 1870s and the tradition continues to this day.

“It’s a decadesold tradition...and it’s Easter and eggs and all things spring,” Krouse said. “Egg Board and egg farmers are are the big sponsor of it. This year, in particular, I think we were the only sponsor. As part of that, we helped to shape the whole event that was happening on the lawn, along with the First Lady.”

Krouse noted that First Lady Dr. Jill Biden’s big passion is education, so her theme was “EGGucation.”

“She kind of turned the whole lawn into a schoollike environment,” Krouse said.

“NASA was also there and they had

some cool experiments that they were doing with kids. There was an area that was actually a reading nook where my son got to hear a story from the First Lady. That was very cool.

“Of course, they had all kinds of egg coloring, decorating, and dyeing, all that you would expect,” Krouse said. “There was a lot of fun stuff all over the lawn. It’s a really neat event.”

Krouse added that his son had a different focus from the rest of his family.

“The big bunny with the glasses turned out to be my son’s highlight of the whole thing,” he said. “I think he couldn’t have cared less about meeting the president – he just wanted to see the big bunny.”

Those in atten-

dance also heard from President Joe Biden, and Krouse was quick to praise the President for his support.

“Shout out to President Biden,” Krouse said. “He’s one of the very first presidents –maybe the very first – who has stood on the balcony and thanked egg farmers for what we do. It’s so cool to have his support and hear him appreciating farmers, especially with as challenging as this year has been with bird flu.

“We know people are concerned about price of eggs,” he continued. “Egg farmers are still working hard to get people eggs and to do it safely and efficiently because we know how important they are to everybody.

“So, to hear

Biden stand up there and really publicly thank farmers, that was a cool moment. We really appreciated that.”

Krouse looked back at the visit and said it was a memorable event for him, his family, and also egg farmers.

“It was just a great event. We appreciate the support of the White House and everything they do. And for me and my family to be part of such a long tradition, it’s a really neat thing,” Krouse said. “I think it is a great collaboration, too, between egg farmers and the White House, (and) to just have a nice celebration for everybody and have a good time.

“Getting to visit the White House, everything was done to the

absolute T,” he added. “It was everything you would hope being there, from the people, the hospitality, the things that they did to make us feel

welcome there, and to make it a really nice event, I was really blown away. It was really nicely done by the First Family.”

Sam Krouse, his wife Amy, and their children spent Easter weekend participating in the White House Easter Egg Roll at the White house. Photo provided

Howard Fleck, 93 U.S. Army veteran

March 4, 1929 – Feb. 28, 2023

Howard W. Fleck, 93, of Connersville, died Feb. 28, 2023, at his residence.

Howard was born on March 4, 1929, to George and Bertha (Pollex) Fleck in Rensselaer. He attended Laketon High School graduating with the class of 1948. After graduation, Howard enlisted in the United States Army, where he served in the Korean War earning several awards including: Army Occupation Medal, Korean Service Medal, and Bronze Campaign metal. He was honorably discharged in 1951.

Howard married the former Patricia Boardman on Sept. 11, 1954 in Wabash.

In 1958, he received a Bachelor’s of Science from Purdue University. Howard was a career Honeywell employee and worked as a purchasing director before his retirement in 1984. Howard was a faithful member of St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church. He was a former member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks as well as, a chairman for the United Way. Howard was an avid outdoorsman, and in his later years, an exceptional artist. He enjoyed playing euchre and “crazy” bridge, as well as spending time with his neighbors, friends and close lifetime college colleagues. Most of all, Howard found great joy in spending time with his family.

Howard is survived by his children: Sally Godschalk and Joe, Douglas Fleck, Michael Fleck and Nikki, Tracy Fleck and Lisa, Philip Fleck and Mary; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Howard is preceded in death by his loving wife of 59 years, Patricia; two brothers and five sisters.

A celebration of life will be conducted by the family and a Mass is planned at St Bernard’s Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. April 29 in Wabash, where Howard will be interned with his beloved wife. Visitation will be held one hour preceding the Mass. Prayers and fond remembrances for a life well lived are welcomed by the family. For more information, or to leave memories and condolences for the family please visit, www.ShowalterBlackwellLong.com ( Connersville) who has been entrusted with his final care.

Roger Cramer, 84 U.S. Air Force veteran March 3, 1939 – April 15, 2023

Roger A. Cramer, 84, of Fort Wayne, passed away at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Markle Health and Rehabilitation.

He was born to Edward and Martha Ivan (Haley) Cramer on March 3, 1939, in Wabash.

Roger was a 1957 graduate of Wabash High School. He served in the United States Air Force. Roger retired from General Electric Company in Fort Wayne after 25 years.

Roger is survived by four daughters, Brenda (Seth) Turrin of Ossian, Jacqueline (William) Davis of Mt. Etna, Lisa (Kevin) Decker of Van Wert, Ohio, and Marcia (Charlie) Cramer-Hodle of Tanner, Ala.; six grandchildren, Torrie Bartalone, Lorrie Decker, Brett Davis, Jessica Davis, Paul Turrin, Samuel Turrin; five great-grandchildren, Daniel Bartalone Jr., Jay Jeter Bartalone, Violet Dressler, Camille Dressler, Vincen Dressler.

He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Melvin Cramer, Donald Cramer, Philip Cramer, and three sisters, Virginia Cox, Janice Ann King, and Thelma Bianco.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at McDonald Funeral Home 231 Falls Ave. Wabash. Burial will follow at Falls Cemetery.

Calling hours will be one hour prior to the funeral service from 10-11 a.m., Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17 Chicago, IL 60601 in care of McDonald Funeral Home.

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

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

Mark L. Helfin

Mark L. Helfin passed away unexpectedly at his home April 12, 2023.

He is survived by sister Kathy; sister in law, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Eleanor Helfin and brothers, Gary and Jon Helfin.

No services are planned.

Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, handled arrangements.

Janice Smith, 93 Enjoyed golf

Dec. 12, 1929 – April 13, 2023

Janice Mae Hoff Smith, 93, North Manchester, passed away on April 13, 2023.

She was born Dec. 12, 1929, the daughter of Harold A. and Mabel Lydia (Price) Hoff. She married W. Dwight Smith on June 3, 1931; he preceded her in death on Dec. 14, 2009.

Surviving are her son, Jeff (Maureen) Smith, Warsaw; grandson, William Sean (fiancé, Amanda Ousley) Smith, Macy; and great-grandson, Mathis Ousley.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Visitation 1-2 p.m. April 19, at Timbercrest Chapel, North Manchester; services will follow.

McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

Clifford Marsh, 81 U.S. Navy veteran

July 27, 1941 – April 11, 2023

Clifford Allen Marsh, 81, of Wabash, died at 8:25 a.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 27, 1941, in Wabash, to Clifford Carl and Naomi I. (Pries) Marsh.

Clifford attended Chippewa High School and Noble High School, and later earned his GED. He was a U.S. Navy veteran serving four years during the Vietnam War.

Clifford married Shirley Ann Blessing in Wabash on Feb. 27, 1965; she died May 9, 2015. He was a member of the UAW Local 1166 and retired from Chrysler Corporation Kokomo Casting Plant with 30 years of service as a Tool & Die/Mold Maker Journeyman. He taught 7 years at Ivy Tech Community College in Warsaw, as an adjunct faculty member in the Machine Tool Program. He was a member of the St. Charles Catholic Church in Peru, a member of the American Legion Post 15 in Wabash for over 50 years, and the National Association of Fleet Tug Sailors. He is survived by his special friend, JoAnn Barrows, Wabash; two children, Robert (Connie) Marsh of Columbia City, and Sandra Marsh of Wabash, three grandchildren, Robert Scott Marsh of Morristown, Tenn., Elias A. Marsh of Huntington, . and Josiah Marsh of Columbia City.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 50 years, Shirley Ann Marsh, and two brothers, John and Philip Marsh.

Funeral services were Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 58 W. Fifth St., Peru, with Father Adam Mauman officiating. Burial will be in Ever Rest Memorial Park, Logansport.

Visitation was Monday, April 17, 2023, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. There also was a prayer service Monday at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Friends of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Lagro. The memorial guest book for Clifford may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Charles Valentine, 98

U.S. Army veteran

May 5, 1924 – April 11, 2023

Charles Eugene “Gene” Valentine, 98, North Manchester, passed away April 11, 2023.

He was born May 5, 1924, a son of Rosil L. “R.L” and Nellie (Stahl) Valentine. He married Helen JoAnne Newcomer on Feb. 14, 1948; she passed away Dec. 25, 2011.

He is survived by his grandson, Seth Valentine, Milford, Mich.; great-grandchildren, Luke and Lydia Valentine; daughter-in-law, Viv Valentine, Bluffton, S.C.; and his many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; son; and five sisters.

A celebration of life was Saturday, April 15, at Timbercrest Chapel, North Manchester.

McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

Helene Snider, 100

Taught English as a Second Language

Aug. 7, 1922 - March 30, 2023

Helene Blough Crill Snider, 100, passed away March 30, 2023.

She was born Aug. 7, 1922, the daughter John Howard Blough and Mae (Hersch) Blough.

She was married to Ed Crill, who preceded her in death. She later married Don Snider, who also preceded her in death.

Surviving are her daughters and sonsin-law: Carol Crill Russell and Hugh Russell, Guelph, Ontario; Linda Crill, Chico, Calif.a; Anita Crill Wooley and Bruce Wooley, 29 Palms, Calif.; and Debby Browne and Berny Strom, Fort Collins, Colo.; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and her brother, Dr. J. Bernard Blough of Tucson, Ariz..

She was preceded in death by her sister. A private family remembrance service will be held at a later date.

McKee Mortuary handled arrangements.

Darl Willcox, 96

Urbana Yoke Parish member

April 5, 1927 – April 9, 2023

Darl C. Willcox, 96, Warsaw, passed away on April 9, 2023.

She was born April 5,1927, the daughter of the late Hobart and Thelma (Yoder) Wagner Sr.

She married Claude R. Willcox on April 1, 1948; he passed away Jan. 16, 1978.

She is survived by her son, Tyler Willcox, Warsaw; daughter, Jennifer (William) Chapman, Woodburn; brother, Duane Wagner, North Manchester; nine grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two brothers and three sisters.

Visitation and services were April 15 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

Wabash County Sheriff’s Department Accidents

A vehicle driven by Robin M. Cooper, 54, LaFontaine, struck a deer on State Road 218 at 5:23 a.m. April 7.

Damage was estimated at between $1,001 and $2,500.

Vehicles driven by Sierra R. Oldfather, 17, North Mancheter, and Barbara S. Betten, 52, North Manchester, collided at the intersection of SR 114 and County Road 200 W at 9:55 a.m. April 8. Damage was estimated at between $25,001 and $50,000.

Vehicles driven by Jean A. Howard, 71, North Manchester, Michael L Swisher, 30, West Lafayette, and Seth Cussen, 35, Wabash, collided at the intersection of U.S. 24 and old U.S. 24 at 3:48 p.m. April 10.

Howard and Swisher’s vehicles collided, causing Swisher’s vehicle to collide with Cussen’s vehicle.

Damage was estimated at between $10,001 and $25,000.

Vehicles driven by Teresa M. Owens, 50, Wabash, and Corey M. Massey, 36, North Manchester, collided at the intersection of U.S. 24 and SR 115 at 5:57 p.m. April 10. Damage ws estimated at between $25,001 and $50,000.

Arrests

Michael Alvin Wood, 38, North Manchester, was

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charged with possession of a controlled substance, Schedule I, II, III or IV on April 6.

Evan Michael Schlemmer, 27, Wabash, was charged with two counts of possession of a narcotic drug, two counts of possession of methamphetamine, unlawful sale of legend drugs, two counts of maintaining a common nuisance, possession of schedule I, II, III or IV controlled substance, unlawful possession of a syringe, two counts of possession of marijuana hash oil, hashish or salvia, and possession of paraphernalia, on April 6.

Payton Randal West, 18, Servia, was charged with reckless driving, on April 7.

Jason C. Toy, 40, Wabash, was charged with theft of less than $750, on April 8.

Richard Lee Love, 61 Fort Wayne, was charged with operating a vehicle after lifetime suspension, on April 8.

Kevin Daniel Ford, 24, Wabash, intimidation, criminal mischief at least $750 but less than $50,000, invasion of privacy and a petition to revoke bond for intimidation – deadly weapon, on April 8.

Breanna Lynale McGuire, 29, North Manchester, was charged with two counts of dealing in methamphetamine, at least one gram but less than

five grams, and dealing in methamphetamine, at least five grams but less than 10 grams on April 9.

Breanna Lynale Levier, 29, North Manchester, was charged with three counts of dealing methamphetamine, at least one gram but less than five grams, unlawful possession of a syringe, possession of paraphernalia, burglary and theft of greater than $750 but less than $50,000 .

Maggie Linn Dillon, 37, Fort Wayne, was charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated on April 10.

Evan Jay Carter, 34, Wabash, was charged with possession of paraphernalia on April 10.

Valerie Karen Ramsey, 41, Wabash, was charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of a syringe on April 10.

Sammy Gene Tarlton, 27, Marion, was charged with violation of probation –second petition to revoke probation for possession of a narcotic drug and violation of probation – third petition to revoke = possession of a narcotic drug on April 10.

Skylar Blaine Honeycutt, 22, Wabash, was charged with driving while suspended and domestic battery committed in presence of a child less than 16

years on April 10.

Kayla Madge Baker, 31, Peru, was charged with fail to appear – conversion on April 10.

Christopher Robert Bishop, 29, Peru, was charged with possession of marijuana, hash oil, hashish or salvia – violation of a pre-trial release, on April 11.

Vanessa Sylvia Fay Skaggs, 28, Silverlake, was charged with violation of pretrial release – operating while intoxicated first offense on April 12.

Charles Thomas McKinney, 54, Peru, was charged with two counts of nonsupport of a dependent child on April 12.

Marc Douglas Miller, 54, Marion, was charged with possession of paraphernalia, unlawful possession of a syringe, driving while suspended and possession of schedule I, II, III or IV controlled substance on April 13.

James Andrew Vann, 29, Peru, was charged with driving while suspended – suspended prior, on April 13.

Land transfers

Mark D. Hobbs and Kimberly H. Lewis, warranty deed to James R. Hyden and Nellie K. Hyden.

David L. Ellis, David L. Ellis

Revocable Trust, Shriley A. Ellis and Shirley A. Ellis Revocable Trust, trust deed to Timoty J. Jones

and Katrina M. Jones.

Mary Jo Pefley and Betty Jean Wright, warranty deed to Aaron McCoart and Candice L. McCoart.

Heather D. Richardson, warranty deed to Joshua Baxter. John D. Conner, quit claim deed to John D. Conner and Melissa M. Conner.

Carrie Whitt, warranty deed to Steven W. Schlemmer.

Sandra K. DeLaGarza and Henry DeLaGarza Jr., warranty deed to Micah Cornett.

Alan J. Siepker and Denise S. Siepker, warranty deed to Kelli A. Dale.

Auditor of Wabash County, tax deed to Windgate Properties LLC and Gerald T. Taylor and Phyllis Taylor, defendants.

Randall L. Reynolds and Ruth Detamore, quit claim deed to Nick Reynolds and Randall L. Reynolds.

Timothy P. Flora, quit claim deed to Tiffanie R. Flora. Ron Frazier and Wendy Frazier, warranty deed to Aimee K. Gusmano.

Tyler Baker, warranty deed to Amanda Randel. Zenith Homes, corporate deed to Terri Dragoo and Marc Dragoo. Windgate Properties LLC, quit claim deed to Ramon Garcia and Maria Rosas.

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Dylan T. Campbell, warranty deed to David Sainer.

Kenty B. Harting and Carolyn S. Harting, warranty deed to Dylan T. Campbell.

Shelby L. Coning, warranty deed to Paul D. Pontius.

Clifton D. Cordes, Rebecca S. Cordes, Clifton D. Cordes and Rebecca S. Cordes joint Revocable Trust, trust deed to Daryn Cordes and Ashley Cordes.

Hidden Diamond Homes LLC, warranty deed to Zachary Arnett.

Christopher A. Wills, warranty deed to Melinda D. Wells.

Melinda D. Wells, warranty deed to Jacob Clark.

Jessica Marie Houlihan and Jessica Marie Collins, warranty deed to Gary Passwater Sr.

Dennis D. Minnix and Cynthia D. Minnix, warranty deed to Dennis D. Minnix, Cynthia D. Minnix, Dennis D. Minnix and Dennis D. Minnix and Cynthia D. Minnix Revocable Living Trust.

Kathy L. Page, quit claim deed to Albert M. Page and Kathy L. Page.

ANF Inc., corporate deed to Harjot Singh.

Candice L. McCoart and Candice Cooper, quit claim deed to Deer & Diamonds LLC.

Aaron McCoart and Candice L. McCoart, quit claim deed to Deer & Diamonds LLC.

Mark Oldfather and Kimberly Oldfather, warran-

ty deed to Ryan Keith McLaughlin.

Theodore M. Dill and Linda Dill, quit claim deed to Myron A. Dill.

Annette Tyler, quit claim deed to Richard Tyler.

Norag Asset 1 LLC, warranty deed to Garmar Grain Inc.

Marty Jo Haupert, warranty deed to Hidden Diamond Homes LLC.

Jeffrey J. Cole and Melinda K. Cole, warranty deed to Blake a Coburn and Sierra A. Coburn.

Connor J. Nash, Paige E. Nash and Paige E. Young, warranty deed to Jeffrey J. Cole.

U.S. Bank Trust National Association and American Homeowner Preservation Trust Series AHP, quit claim deed to Quest Trust Company

FBO Robert J. Heider, Robert J. Heider and Marjorie Rushton.

George Odham and Brenda S. Odham, warranty deed to Daryn Weaver and Jeannie Weaver.

Donna J. Mosco and Donna Mosco, quit claim deed to Lisa Wagner.

Micah Koch and Ashlie Koch, warranty deed to Heidi Koch.

Jerry Newman, warranty deed to Gloria G. Hopkins.

Marriage Licenses

The Wabash County Clerk’s office recorded the following marriage licenses from March 21 to April 4, 2023:

Cameron Allen Evans, Wabash, and Mattie Spriggs, Wabash.

Claire McKenna, Ypsilanti, Mich., and Zachary William Waas Smith, Ypsilanti, Mich.

Faith Ann Miracle, Wabash, and Robert James Taft Ajluni, Wabash.

Christina Marie Greathous, Andrews, and Daniel Joseph Stacy, Wabash.

Gregory Jerome Kralis, Warsaw, and Cindy E. Dile, North Manchester.

Morgan Lynn Schnitz, Wabash, and Jake Alexander Cisneros, Wabash.

Building Permits

The Wabash County Plan Commission Office issued the following building permits from March 26 to April 15, 2023

Donna Lawson, covered patio

Chris Shultz, pole building

Bryan and Modena Mitchell, pole building

Joe Deeter, home addition

Donald and Jane Whitney, roof

Kody Case and Alyssa EckerlyCase, new home

Chris Shultz, fence

Dennis & Patty Miller, roof

Chuck Douglass, pool & deck

John Scheurich, deck

Dan Bordner, fence

Bob & Paula Enyeart, building addition.

Kathy Baker, home addition.

Work planned on SR 13 near Somerset

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the closure of State Road 13.

Crews will be working on small structure repairs between 600 N and

700 N-C.R. 1200 starting on or after April 21. Work is expected to last for three weeks. All work is weatherdependent and schedules are subject to change.

During the clo-

sure, drivers should use the posted detour of State Road 124, State Road 15, State Road 9 and State Road 18, or seek an alternate route.

INDOT encour-

ages drivers to consider worker safety by slowing down, using extra caution and driving distraction-free when travelling in and around all work zones.

SR 115 to be closed for asphalt work

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the closure of State Road 115 for asphalt patching.

Crews will be working between U.S. 24 and State Road 15 starting on or after April 24. Work is expected to wrap up by the end of the week. All work is weatherdependent and schedules are subject to change.

During the closure, drivers should use the posted detour of U.S. 24 and S.R. 15, or seek an alternate route.

INDOT encour-

ages drivers to consider worker safety by slowing down,

using extra caution and driving distraction-free when trav-

elling in and around all work zones.

The

Mr. & Mrs. David Keaffaber

David and Melinda (Weitzel) Keaffaber will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on April 19, 2023.

Pastor David Graham married them at his home.

Attendants were Maid of Honor Sheryl Graham and Best Man was Rodger Rapp.

A celebration will take place with an open house on April 22 from 2-4 p.m. at Bachelor

Downard

and leadership roles. He continues to serve the university as Secretary of the Alumni Association Board of Directors and serves on the President’s Leadership Council. He also serves on Manchester Alive Main Street Chamber Alliance board of directors.

He is currently focused on collaborating with community, businesses and nonprofit leaders to reverse population decline. Task force and other group meetings are often held to discuss various elements of the plan.

“Imagine One 85 is a strategic plan that addresses growth—and articulates a long-range vision for quality of life, growth, land use, education, environment, economic development, transportation, recreation and public health through 85 recommendations and strategies,” Downard said. “The implementation of these strategies will be crucial to reversing population decline in our community.”

Strategies focus on housing, workforce development, early childhood schooling, rural broadband, support for local entrepreneurs and more, Downard said.

“The Imagine One 85 initiative is a symbol of our community’s dedication to a collaborative, inclusive and unified approach to growth and development through quality of life and place and the attraction and retention of talent,” Downard said.

In his spare time, Downard

Creek Church of Christ, 2147 N. State Road 15, Wabash.

All relatives and friends are welcome to enjoy this time together.

They have four childrenL Julie (Kent) Stone, Camby; Kara (Craig) Costerison, Anderson, John (Laura) Memmer, Bloomington, Ill., and Brian Keaffaber, Tarpon Springs, Fla.

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enjoys concerts at Honeywell, the Speakeasy in Lagro, shopping at Vault 85 Menswear, dining or hanging out at Moon Dog, 4 Partners in Crime, Market Street, MainView, and Moose Lodge 1518. He also enjoys running outside and spending time with people in the community.

“The more time I spend across the county the more I realize that the people in our community are our biggest asset,” Downard said. “You combine that with anchor institutions like the Honeywell Foundation and the generational culture of giving back that exists here and it gives us an incredible foundation to build on for years to come.”

To find out more about Imagine One 85 and get involved, visit https://imagineone85.org

County Plan Commission to meet at Honeywell

The Wabash County Plan Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 20. The meeting will be moved from the normal meeting location on the second floor of the Wabash County Courthouse.

Thursday’s meeting will be at the Honeywell Center’s Legacy Hall.

Keaffabers as they were in 1973 and as they are today.

Lady Squires top Wabash in girls tennis play

The Manchester girls tennis team had no trouble against Wabash in the teams’ Three Rivers Conference match Thursday, April 13, defeating the Lady Apaches, 5-0.

Manchester’s No. 1 singles player

Sarah Kerlin defeated Wabash’s Hasumi Okubo, 6-2, 6-3, while Myla Crozier topped Talia Carrillo, 6-2, 6-0 at No. 2 singles, and Bethany

Penrod bested Alex Johnson, 6-0, 6-4.

The Lady Squires’ No. 1 doubles team of Delani Henderson and Carleigh Blevins defeated Abbi Hipskind and Emma Weaver, 6-0, 6-1.

At No. 2 doubles, Manchester’s

Addison Brubaker and Kate Schroll beat Maddie VomUhl and Emma Adams, 6-0, 6-0. Manchester 4, Columbia City 1

The Manchester

girls tennis team started its season off with a 4-1 win at Columbia City, on April 12.

The Squires swept the single matches, all in straight sets, and split the two doubles matches.

Sarah Kerlin won her match at No. 1 singles, 6-1, 6-1, while freshmen Myla Crozier and Bethany Penrod

started their high school careers in style with Crozier winning a 6-0, 6-0 shutout and Penrod victorious, 6-1, 6-2.

The No. 2 doubles team of Delani Henderson and Kate Schroll blanked their opponents, 6-0, 6-0,. The No. 1 doubles team of Carleigh Blevins and Addison Brubaker were in a battle

that went three sets, falling, 5-7, 6-4, 7-5.

Northfield

The Northfield girls tennis team lost its season opener to South Adams, 3-2, Tuesday, April 11.

Winning matches for Northfield were No. 1 singles player, Elli Baker, and the No. 2 dobules team of Eden Hoover and Callie

Hoffman. Whitko 3, Northfield 2

The Northfield girls tennis team lost a close 3-2 match to Whitko Thursday, April 13.

Winning for the Lady Norse were the No. 1 doubles team of Gabby Haupert and Hannah Wilson and the No. 2 team of Hoover and Hoffman.

Manchester’s Myla Crozier (top photo), competed at No.2 singles and Wabash’s Alex Johnson competed at No.3 singles last week.

Photo by Eric Christiansen

Lady Apaches open season with 2-2 mark

After winning just four games in the 2022 season, the Wabash softball team started their season with a 2-2 record while Manchester and Northfield also had busy weeks. Southwood was idle last week.

Blackford 8, Wabash 2

The Wabash softball team stayed close for three innings at Blackford Monday night, April 10, but the Lady Bruins were too much in an 8-2 win over the Lady Apaches.

Blackford scored three runs in the bottom of the first inning before Wabash cut it to 3-2 in the top of the third. The hosts, however, scored the game’s final five runs to pull out the win.

Kait Honeycutt went 4-4 at the plate to lead Wabash while Charity France, Gretta France, Maddie Friend, Lataya Judy, Montana Judy, and Elli Hall each had one hit.

Lataya Judy drove in the only RBI on the night.

Mississinewa

13, Wabash 1

Wabash stayed within striking distance of Mississinewa

Tuesday night, April 11, but the Lady Indians scored nine runs in the top of the seventh inning to run away with a 13-1 win over the Lady Apaches.

Kendall France scored the only Wabash run on an RBI from Friend in the third inning.

DH vs. Southern Wells

The Lady Apaches swept Southern Wells in a doubleheader Saturday, April 15, winning the first game, 10-0, and the second, 9-7.

It was all Wabash in the first game as they scored in every inning of a 4

1/2 inning affair.

Honeycutt led Wabash going 3-3 at the plate with three runs while Lataya Judy was 2-2 with two RBIs, Friends went 2-3 with three RBIs, and Gretta France was 2-3 with one RBI and one run scored.

Kalli Davis got the win.

The second game was tighter with the Lady Apaches scoring three runs in the bottom of the sixth to take a 9-7 lead and held on for the win.

Friend went 4-4 with Addison Bakehorn going 3-4 with two runs.

Lataya Judy got the win .

Bluffton 17, Manchester 7

The Bluffton softball team raced out to a 9-1 lead after two innings of their game with Manchester Tuesday, April 11, and closed it out in six innings.

The Tigers opened the game with four runs in the fourth inning and five more in the second.

Trailing 9-1, Manchester closed the gap to 9-5 with four runs in the third inning but that was as close as they would get.

Paxton Baker led Manchester at the plate, going 3-4 with two RBIs, two runs, and two doubles, while Izzy Renz was 2-3 with two RBIs, and Savannah Evans went 1-3 with two runs scored.

Churubusco 11, Manchester 4

The Squires struggled again a night later, Wednesday, April 12, at Churubusco, falling to the Eagles, 11-4.

Manchester struck first with a run in the top of the first inning only to watch Churubusco score four in the bottom half of the inning and three more in the second, on their way to the win.

Baker led the Squires at the plate going 2-4 with two runs scored while Hadley West had four RBIs and a double. Olivia Sabo scored two runs and Savannah Evans and Olivia Neal each had a hit.

Wawasee 10, Manchester 5

Wawasee’s six runs in the top of the first inning against Manchester proved to be enough to take a 105 win over the Lady Squires, but it wasn’t as easy as it appeared Friday night, April 14.

After the Lady Warriors took the 6-0 lead, Manchester fought back with two runs in the bottom of the first and made it a 1-run game with three more in the bottom of the fourth.

That was as close as the Lady Squires would get as Wawasee added four more runs over the final three innings.

West went 2-2 at the plate with two RBIs and two runs while Baker and McKelvey Espeset each had one hit.

DH at Fremont

The bats were alive Saturday at Fremont but the Lady Squires dropped two highscoring affairs to the Lady Eagles, 1511, and 12-10.

In the opening game, Manchester gave up 11 walks and committed four errors that contributed to 24 base runners.

Neal led Manchester with three hits and three RBIs while Bakker, Molly Schannep, and Samantha Shock each had two hits.

In a back-andforth second game that saw the lead change hands three times with one tie, Fremont pulled out a 12-10 win, scoring the final four runs of the game.

Baker led Manchester going 4-4 with four RBIs and three runs while West was 3-5 with four RBIs and one run. Raegen Shah went 2-2 with one run while Ava Felgar was 2-4 with one run, and Macy Tuggle had one hit and one run.

Mississinewa

24, Northfield 1

The Northfield softball team managed just two hits in a 24-1 loss to Mississinewa Thursday, April 14.

The run was a big one, however, when Sophie Powell sent one over the fence for a solo home run in the bottom of the second inning.

The shot cut the Lady Indian lead to 5-1 at that point but the visitors added 19 more runs over the next three

innings to clinch the game after five innings.

Alex Cartwright had Northfield’s other hit while Lilly McCollister took the loss on the mound.

Eastbrook 13, Northfield 0 Northfield managed just four hits in a 13-0 loss at Eastbrook Friday, April 14.

Kirsten Rife, Ava Copeland, Sophie Powell, and Ella Hunter each had hits.

DH vs. Winamac

The Lady Norse lost a double-header to Winamac Saturday, April 15, losing the first game, 13-0, and the second, 19-0. In the first game, Hunter had two hits and one RBI and Sophie Powell had one.

In the second contest, Rife, Sophie Powell, and Cartwright each had a hit.

Manchester's Olivia Neal gets a hit in the Lady Squires' softball contest against Wawasee. Photo by Eric Christiansen

Honeywell adds 11 shows

Honeywell Arts & Entertainment

added 11 shows to its 2023 lineup at the Honeywell Center and the Eagles Theatre.

Tickets go on sale

Friday, April 21 at 10 a.m. and will be available online at honeywellarts.org or by calling 5631102.

• Rahsaan Barber and Everyday Magic –Thursday, Aug. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Eagles Theatre

Since their

groundbreaking self-titled release exploded onto the national scene over a decade ago, Rahsaan Barber and Everyday Magic have widely been regarded as one of the most soulful and expressive ensembles in jazz.

The sextet features a dynamic horn section led by composer/saxophonist Dr. Rahsaan Barber, who completed his doctorate at the

University of Memphis in 2023.

Barber and the members of his sextet, Everyday Magic, offer listeners an unforgettable experience that seeks to engage, inform, uplift, and inspire while displaying the elite levels of creativity and refinement that only a certifiable jazz supergroup could achieve.

Most seats $20. Limited seating on the main floor $29.

Suite level balcony seating $29 –includes upperlevel balcony seating, a special entrance to the building, and access to a private bar and restrooms located on the suite level.

• The Great

DuBois Variety Show – Thursday, Aug. 10, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Eagles Theatre

The Great DuBois present a fastpaced, high-energy circus show for all ages, showcasing incredible feats of Cont. on Pg. 15.

The Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform at the Eagles Theatre on Sept. 26.

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juggling, hula hoops, unicycle, aerial, circus stunts, contortion, magic, and audience interaction all wrapped up in a blanket of comedy.

This show is sponsored by Pizza King of Wabash.

Most seats $19, $29. Limited seating on the main floor $39.

• Steve Earle –Thursday, Aug. 17, at 7:30 p.m. at the Eagles Theatre

Steve Earle is best known for his country music and rock ‘n’ roll-tinged “altcountry.” 1986 saw the release of his record, “Guitar Town,” which shot to number one on the country charts and is now regarded as a classic of the Americana genre. Subsequent releases like “The Revolution Starts...Now” (2004), “Washington Square Serenade” (2007), and “TOWNES” (2009) received consecutive GRAMMY Awards. His subsequent albums have been equally successful, with hit singles such as “Copperhead Road” and “Ellis Unit One” topping the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.

This concert is sponsored by Brandt’s Heating & Cooling.

Most seats $45, $55. Limited seating on the main floor $95.

•JUMP!

America’s Van Halen Experience

– Thursday, Aug. 31, at 7:30 p.m. at the Eagles

Theatre JUMP! America’s Van Halen Experience has positioned itself as one of the nation’s top up-and-coming Van Halen tribute bands.

Featuring a variety of timeless hits off of the first six albums like “Runnin’ with the Devil,” “Jamie’s Cryin,” “Dance the Night Away,” and more, JUMP’s live show also includes a selection of skits and one-liners portrayed by Van Halen from their live shows between 1978-1984.

This show is welcomed by 101.9 Rocks. Most seats $25.

Limited seating on the main floor $45.

• The Glenn Miller Orchestra –Tuesday, Sept. 26, at 2:00 p.m. at the Eagles Theatre

The WorldFamous Glenn Miller Orchestra, with music director Erik Stabnau and vocalist Jenny Swoish, is alive and well 80 years after the original formation.

Featuring 16 musicians and singers, the group will bring timeless classics like “Tuxedo Junction,” “A String of Pearls,”

“Chattanooga Choo Choo,” and “Pennsylvania 65000” to Wabash. All seats $25.

• Levon –

Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the Eagles Theatre

Levon consists of three best friends: Michael David Hall, Jake Singleton, and Ryan Holladay, known for their soulful vocals on stand-out original tracks like “Give Up Your Heart to Me,” “Wonder,” and their latest single, “Till the Wheels Fall Off.”

This show is welcomed by 101.9 Rocks.

Most seats $25. Limited seating on the main floor $30.

• The Kentucky Headhunters with Special Guest Molly Hatchet –Saturday, Sept. 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center

The Kentucky Headhunters created a hybrid of honkytonk, blues, and Southern rock in the early ’70s with hits like “Oh Lonesome Me,” “The Ballad of Davy Crockett,” and “Dumas Walker.” Molly Hatchet cemented their place in music history in the late ’70s playing a mixture of English invasion rock,

blues, country, and gospel.

This concert is sponsored by Harry’s Old Kettle Pub & Grill. Most seats $29, $39. Limited seating $59, • Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour – Saturday, Oct. 14, at 2 p.m. at the Honeywell Center

Blippi is coming to Wabash for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour. So, come on.

Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet.

So get ready to shake those wiggles out and OJ Twist your way through this brand-new musical party! Most seats $29, $39. Limited seating $69.

• B – The

Underwater Bubble Show –Friday, Nov. 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center

B – The Underwater Bubble Show is a visual, musical, and emotional show that transports guests into an imaginary underwater world with a real feeling of being submerged in the ocean deep.

The show follows Mr. B, a creature of modern habits who discovers an aquarium that appears like magic inside his briefcase and gradually becomes

enchanted by the wondrous underwater world of Bubblelandia.

Most seats $27, $32.

• Chris Janson –Friday, Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center

Chris Janson, a multi-platinum songwriter, artist, and CMA Song of the Year nominee, is part of the country’s new breed. With hits like “Fix A Drink,” “Good Vibes,” triple-platinum “Buy Me A Boat,” and ACM Video of the Year “Drunk Girl,”

Most seats $35, $45. Limited seating $75 and $95.

• The Wizards of Winter – Saturday, Dec. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center

The Wizards of Winter present a fun-filled Christmas holiday rock experience featuring former members of The Trans Siberian Orchestra, Blue Oyster Cult, Rainbow, and Trixter, along with Broadway veterans. Most seats $25, $35. Limited seating $65.

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The magic of rosemary

By Laura Kurella

Many home cooks fear using herbs, like rosemary, because it is an ingredient they have never used, but it’s an herb that offers a crazy list of benefits, making it one worth getting used to.

Did you know that rosemary has anti-bacterial cleansing properties? They are so potent that it’s used in mouthwash/gargle, in food to minimize spoilage, and burned as incense, smudge sticks, and in lamps to purify the air.

Used externally to heal wounds, clear acne, dermatitis, dandruff, lice, fungal infections, and as a hair rinse to promote growth, health, and shine, rosemary has also been welldocumented for its ability to wake up the circulatory and nervous systems. In fact, it’s whispered that it may have been utilized as a primitive form of Viagra.

Offering a rich source of antioxidants and antiinflammatory compounds, which help boost the immune system and improve blood circulation, rosemary serves as a cognitive stimulant, improving memory performance and quality, boosting alertness, intelligence, and helps with focus, too!

Perhaps best of all, as one of the most aromatic of the herbs, rosemary helps us to elevate the flavor of our food!

offering a pungent taste that is a bit lemony-pineyminty-sagey-peppery, rosemary can help counteract richness and fattiness, enabling it to pair well with poultry, oily fish, lamb, beef, and game,

especially when roasted. Rosemary also enhances tomatoes, grains, spinach, peas, onions, potatoes, and mushrooms as well.

Whether to use fresh or dried is dependent upon convenience, and recipe use.

Fresh, full sprigs are great for finishing, garnishing, and adding their fresh look and flavor to certain food. Likewise, placing full sprigs in with roasts, soups, and other dishes helps rosemary’s flavor develop along with what’s roasting too, but does make later stem removal necessary.

Possessing tough leaves, fresh rosemary is best chopped, finely, unless a recipe states otherwise, and since it can be pricey and doesn’t stay fresh long, it’s best to grow your own in a portable container. This way it can go outside during summer months, and then winter indoors, so it can provide you with free rosemary year-round!

Chefs have been blending rosemary with other herbs for centuries. In fact, the famous “herbs de Provence” combine rosemary, thyme, marjoram, oregano, and savory. That said, rosemary also pairs well with sage, basil, parsley, chives, mint, bay leaves, cumin, nutmeg, star anise, and my favorite:

Garlic, which I will help you discover yourself in one of my favorite recipes below. Enjoy!

Laura Kurella is an award-winning recipe developer, food columnist, and author who enjoys sharing recipes from her Great Lakes Region kitchen. She welcomes your com-

ments at laurakurella@yahoo.co m.

Beautiful Rosemary Chicken Con Broccoli

Approximate servings per recipe:

4.

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, butterflied into 4 pieces flour for dusting

2 tablespoons light olive oil

2 cloves of garlic, minced

4 large sprigs of fresh rosemary (2 for garnish)

14 ounces lowsodium chicken broth

1/2 pint heavy cream

1/4 cup butter

1 cup Orecchiette pasta, cooked al dente

3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan, divided use

1 fresh crown of broccoli, cut into small florets

Dust chicken cutlets with flour. Heat oil in a large skillet on a high flame for 2 minutes. Add minced garlic and chicken. Sear on high flame for five minutes. Flip meat. Add chicken broth and the needles of one sprig of rosemary. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan on a low flame, melt butter. Add your milk choice and cook on the lowest flame possible, until needed, about 30 minutes. In a large pot, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring, for approximately 12 minutes or till they become “al dente” (noodles will finish cooking later in recipe).

Place broccoli florets in a heat-safe bowl. When pasta reaches al dente, strain pasta, over

the bowl of broccoli, so that hot pasta water completely covers broccoli florets. Let broccoli bathe in the hot pasta water bath until it turns bright green, about 3 minutes, then drain. Meanwhile, rinse pasta with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Returning to the chicken skillet, remove chicken to a warm plate. Add milk mixture to skillet then add the minced leaves of one rosemary sprig then the Parmesan. Over medium heat, bring the skillet to a boil. Add pasta and stir, cooking for two minutes, then add chicken. Strain broccoli and add it to the skillet as well. Let the skillet cook for a minute or two to ensure all ingredients come up to the same temperature. Serve immediately.

dish enhancement: To further elevate this dish, try adding in a little spinach (fresh or frozen) too!

Oh-So-Crispy

Rosemary

Potatoes

Yield: 4 servings

1 quart water

1 tablespoon

Vine gar

2 pounds Russet potatoes, cut into 2” pieces unrefined mineral sea salt, divided use

2 tablespoons

favorite cooking oil

Pepper, to taste

2 sprigs fresh rosemary stemmed and minced (1 tablespoon dried)

Preheat oven to 450 deg rees. Line a large jelly roll pan with a sheet of parchment paper and set aside. In a 2-quart pot, combine cold water with vinegar and 1 tablespoon of salt. Add potatoes, then bring pot to a boil.

Reduce heat to a simmer. Par-cook potatoes until the exterior of the potato is tender, but the inside is still slightly firm when pierced with a fork, about five minutes.

Using a colander, strain potatoes, shaking colander a bit to help “scuff” the sides of the potato (this helps them crisp up) during baking. In a large bowl, using a large metal spoon combine oil, salt, and pepper, to taste, and rosemary. Add potatoes and blend well, using a spoon to help “scuff” the potato’s exterior a bit more. Spread potatoes out evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes, flipping potatoes with spatula halfway through roasting time, or until desired level of crispiness.

Rosemary helps to elevate the flavor of a dish, taking your tastebuds (and health) to a whole new level! Photo by Laura Kurella

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ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Sweetwater Assembly of God 2551 State Road 114 East, North Manchester, IN; phone 260-982-6179. Prayer Service at 9a.m.; Worship Service at 10a.m..; Wednesday Evening Discipleship at 6:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study/Elevate Youth Discipleship/KidzZone “LIVE”.

BAPTIST

Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church 129 Southwood Dr., Wabash, Phone 563-3009. Terry Hinds, Pastor, Dylan Persinger, Youth

Pastor. Sunday School 9:30am. Sunday Worship 10:30am. Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 6pm. Bus transportation is available, call 563-3009. Online at emmanuelchurchwabash.com. Find us on facebook.

Wabash Free Will Baptist Church 1056 Erie Street, Wabash. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m., Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Bill Crank.

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

Faith Baptist Church 200 Linwood Lane, Wabash; Phone 765-4702154. Old school King James Bible preaching at 10:30a.m.; Independant Pre-Millennial Dispensational; Pastor Dr. Ben Church

CATHOLIC

St. Bernard Catholic Corner of Cass & Sinclair Sts.; Fr. Jay Horning, Pastor. Parish Office and Rectory: 207 N. Cass St., phone 5634750. Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5:00 p.m. and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Weekday Masses: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday at 8:15 a.m.

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

St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church - We humbly invite you to experience ancient Christianity in the Church Jesus established.

“You are Peter [rock], and on this rock I will build My Church” (Mathew 16:18). 1203 State Road 114 E, North Manchester, IN 260-982-4404 www.strobertsnmanchester.org. Like us on Facebook. Sacrament of Confession: Tues. 5-6PM, Wed. 5:15-6 PM, and Sat. 8-9 AM & 3:30-4:30 PM or anytime by appointment. “Therefore, confess your sins to one another”(James 5:16). Holy sacrifice of the Mass: Sat. 5PM., Sun. 9AM., and 11:30(en espanol). “for My flesh is real food and My blood is real drink” (John 6:55). For more information on Catholicism visit www.catholic.com

CHRISTIAN

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

LaFontaine Christian Church 202 Bruner Pike, LaFontaine; (765) 981-2101; Pastor Brad Wright. Join us in person for Sunday School or First Service at 9:00 AM; Second Service at 10:30 AM in person or live on our website; Children’s Programming Available Both Services. Website: www.lafontainechristian.com

Wabash Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 110 W. Hill St., Wabash; phone: 260-563-4179; website: www.wabashchristian.org. Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Nursery provided. Find us on YouTube and Facebook.

CHRISTIAN HERITAGE CHURCH

Christian Heritage Church 2776 River Rd.; Tim Prater, pastor. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m.; Radio Ministry 8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Sunday WKUZ 95.9 FM.

FIRST BRETHREN CHURCH

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

CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

Wabash Church of the Brethren 645 Bond Street (off Falls Avenue) 260-563-5291. Doug Veal, Pastor. Wherever you are on life’s journey, come join us as we continue the work of JesusPeacefully, Simply, Together. HOURS: Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; Worship at 10:30 a.m. Children’s church available during worship. Handicap accessible.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St., Wabash (corner of N. Wabash St. & State Rd. 24). Office phone 260-563-8234.

Sunday Morning Service 10:00 a.m. and Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Classes & activities for all ages.

COMMUNITY CHURCH

Grace Fellowship Church - Where Christ is our Passion and People are our Purpose, 4652 S. 100 W., Wabash; phone 260563-8263; Pastor Shawn Light. Sunday Morning: Sunday School

9:30 a.m.; Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Service: Faith In Action 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m. www.gracefellowshipwabash.com

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Bachelor Creek Church of Christ 4 miles north of Wabash on St. Rd. 15. JOIN US FOR WORSHIP! SUNDAYS @ 9:15AM & 10:45AM

Website: bachelorcreek.com Phone: 260-563-4109 Lead

Minister: Joel Cogdell. Worship/Reconnect Minister: Michael Eaton. Next Steps/Outreach Minister: Ryan Keim. Women’s Minister/Administrative Director: Taylor McFarland.

Media/Groups Minister: David Diener. Elementary Minister: Tyler Leland. Early Childhood Minister/Kids Hope Director: Janet Legesse. We are a church that is FOR the people God is FOR. We are FOR Wabash and FOR you!

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

LUTHERAN

Living Faith Church (NALC) - 242 South Huntington Street, downtown at southwest corner of Market Street. Office phone 260.563.4051. Worship 10:10 a.m. with fellowship time after service. Bible study 9:00 a.m. for all ages. You honor us with your presence as we seek to serve Christ in our daily lives. All are welcome! www.LivingFaithWabash.org

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS) 173 Hale Drive, Wabash. Phone 260-563-1886. Pastor: Rev. Gerald Gauthier II. Sunday school and adult Bible class 9:15 a.m., worship service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion observed the first and third Sundays. www.zionwabash.org Find us on Facebook and YouTube. Preaching and caring with Christ crucified for you!

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

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Christian Fellowship Church 1002 State Road 114 East N. Manchester, IN 46962. Christian Fellowship Church ServicesSunday Worship: 10 AM. Celebrate Recovery Tuesday at 6:30 PM and WOW Wednesday 6:30 PM. Pastor Jacob Good. www.cfcpeople.org cfcpeople@gmail.com

Freedom Life Church (Non-Denominational Full Gospel Church) 480 Washington St., Wabash, IN 46992. Pastor Tim Morrisett, 317385-4400. Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Teens Jesus and Java Sunday morning 9:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m., Children's Church Sunday Morning 11:00 a.m. Nursery is provided. Sunday Night Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night: Adult Bible Study 7:00 p.m., Teen Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

The Lord’s Table - 4890 W. Mill Creek Pike Street Wabash, IN 46992. Wherever your spiritual walk is, join us as we continue on through the word of God. Full Gospel spiritual hub. Sunday service 10:30 AM. Wednesday Bible study is verse by verse open conversation 6:30 PM. Pastor: Roxane Mann, Richard Walters and Sheila Butcher.

St. Paul’s County Line Church 3995N 1000W, Andrews, IN; Phone 260-224-7147. Non-Denominational. Pastor Conrad Thompson. Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. Worship at 10:00 a.m. Youth program 6-8 p.m. on Sunday. Wednesday night Bible Study at 7 p.m.

Urbana Yoke Parish 75 Half Street in Urbana, phone 260-774-3516, email: urbanaparish@gmail.com. Pastor Larry Wade. Sunday School 9:00 AM, Worship 10:00 AM, Bible Study Thursday morning at 10:00 AM.

Walk by Faith Community Church 515 Chippewa Road, corner of Chippewa & Beamer Sts. in Roann; phone (765) 833-9931 or (765) 833-6561. Join us for services and children’s worship at 10:00 am, Sunday School at 9 am. Pastor - Jody Tyner. All are welcome and we would love for you to join us! www.walkbyfaithcommunitychurch.com “Walk by Faith” Youth Ministry meets every Sunday at 5 pm.

Light City Bible Church Located at 477 N. Wabash St., Wabash. Phone 260-275-4448. Sunday Worship 10AM. www.lightcitywabash.org

PRESBYTERIAN

Wabash Presbyterian Church Loving people with the heart of Christ in the heart of Wabash. Located at 123 W Hill St; phone: (260) 563-8881; on the web at www.wabashpresbyterian.com.

Pastor Laura Helm. Sunday Worship Service: 10 AM. Children’s Sunday School during worship. Handicap accessible. Bible Study every Monday at 1pm. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/wabashpresbyterian

QUAKERS, SOCIETY OF FRIENDS

Wabash Friends Church 3563 S State Rd 13, Wabash, Office PH: (260) 563-8452, Website: wabashfriends.org Lead Pastor, Brandon Eaton. Join us for in-person worship services at 8:30AM (Traditional) or 10:45AM (Contemporary). Children's programming available for infants - 6th grade. Adult & Children's Sunday school at 9:45AM. Roots Youth Group (7th12th Grade) Sunday evenings at 6:30PM.

UNITED METHODIST

Christ United Methodist Church intersections of Wabash, Stitt & Manchester Ave.; phone 563-3308. Jay Driskill, Pastor. Facilities & provisions for the physically handicapped, hearing & sight impaired. Air conditioned. Sunday multi-media worship service at 10 a.m. with Choir. Email: wabashchristumc@hotmail.com

LaFontaine United Methodist Church La Fontaine United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 57 (Kendall & Main St), La Fontaine; phone: 765- 981-4021; email: lafontaineumc@gmail.com ; website: www.lafontaineumc.org ; Susan Shambaugh, Pastor; Worship: 9:30AM, Sunday School: 10:45AM.

Lincolnville United Methodist Church 5848 E. 500 S. Wabash, 765981-2648. Pastor: John Cook, 260-563-1406, pastorjohn1954@gmail.com. 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 9:40 a.m. Fellowship time; 10:00 a.m. Morning worship. lincolnvilleumc.org

North Manchester United Methodist Church 306 East Second St., North Manchester; (260) 982-7537; Pastor Steve Bahrt. Worship 8:15 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship Time 9:00 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. Live Streamed on Sundays @ 10:30 a.m. on Facebook at INManchesterUMC.

Website: www.northmanchesterumc.com

Wabash First United Methodist Church 110 N. Cass St., Wabash; 260-563-3108; Pastor Nathan Whybrew, Youth Pastor Nick Smith. Service Times: 8am and 10am in the sanctuary. Youth Group Times: Sunday evenings @ Wabash First UMC: Middle school, 5pm-6:30pm, High school, 6pm-8:30pm, www.wabashfirstumc.org; www.facebook.com/wabashfirstumc

WESLEYAN

Wabash North Wesleyan Church 600 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Morning Worship 10:30am; Sunday School 9:30am; Wednesday Bible Study 6:00pm. Church is wheelchair and handicap accessible. A place to feel safe and loved! New Journey Community Church Old W.C. Mills School. 1721 Vernon Street, Wabash, IN. 9:00 a.m. - First Service, 10:30 a.m. - Second Service. Change is possible! Whether you are over-churched, un-churched, or de-churched you’ll find a fresh start at New Journey. We keep the important things like worship, teaching, community, and serving primary, while letting the unnecessary stuff fade into the background. Our mission is to make life transformation through Jesus Christ accessible to all people. So, come as you are and be made new!

LHS memorabilia sought for display

As most of you probably know by now, John Sutton has generously donated a room addition to the Troyer Library here in LaFontaine to be used as a History Museum. The History Club plans to set up rotating displays every six-months. Our first display will start with an “Open House” on May 6, 2023, and feature “LaFontaine High School” memorabilia. This coincides with the LaFontaine Alumni meeting. If you have items relating to LaFontaine High School, and are willing to share them with the History Club for six months, we would be interested in hearing from you. Please contact me thru e-mail at tjhiple@comcast.ne t, or phone at 260563-5135. This is my mobile number, so text are welcome.

CONGRATULATIONS TO SHS

Knight Dakota Wilson. Dakota has committed to Alabama University on a full ride academic scholarship!

Dakota has been an outstanding student while also being also being a member student congress, acting in our theater department, a member in both Southwood band and county honors band!

Dakota is determined to succeed and we have full faith she will!

We’re so proud of her as she heads to Alabama next year to continue to dream big and work hard.

Congratulations Dakota!

SOMERSET LIONS EUCHRE EVENT will be Saturday, April 29. Entry fee is $10 Registration is from noon to 12:45 p.m. Play begins at 1 p.m. Location is Somerset Community Building. Cash prizes will be awarded for: Most Loners, Highest Score, Second Highest Score, 50-50 Drawing, and two drawings for entry fee. Soft drinks, hot dogs, cookies, and popcorn available for donation.

Proceeds to promote Somerset Lions projects.

SOMERSET HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI would like you to save this date: August 5, College Corner Fellowship Hall, for a noon meal. Any questions call Mary Donna Collins at 260-563-3627.

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

LAFONTAINE/ LIBERTY TWP History Club met March 24, 2023, at Troyer Memorial Library in LaFontaine. Alec Guenin, president, opened the meeting. The program was given by Oren Guenin, greatgrandson of David Troyer. This family lost three complete

farms and one half of a fourth farm out of five to the Corps of Engineers for the Mississinewa Reservoir. He shared his family history of them buying and losing their farms. Part of their farms were in Grant County and part in Wabash County. He shared that the school districts were strict and that their house sat on the county line. If they slept in the bedroom on the Grant County side, you had to attend Sweetser and if your bedroom was in Wabash County, you went to LaFontaine.

In 1958 the Flood Control Act was passed. The reservoir was constructed between 1962 and 1967. The year of 1964, all residents had to be out of their homes. Those homes and out buildings were set fire. Minutes and treasures report were read and approved.

It was reported that five of the reprinted books had sold for $42. They may be purchased at the Wabash Museum, LaFontaine Library or at Janet Pattees’ home.

The new museum and research room is being set up the month of April and the Grand Opening will be May 6. The first six-month rotation will highlight LaFontaine and Liberty township schools. If anyone has memorabilia they would like to loan to the new museum, please contact

Regina Hiple, Janet Pattee or take to Troyer Library. Our next meeting will be at 6 p.m. April 27 with Tom Snyder giving a very interesting program on his hometown of Old Somerset and how it was moved. This is free and sponsored by the history club. It is open to the public. Please come and enjoy learning some history on our neighboring town. We thank Rita Guenin for the refreshments.

NEWS AT TROYER MEMORIAL LIBRARY A Sock Bunny Easter Craft is available during all open hours! Karen Welsh will once again start offering her “Budding Artist” art lessons. Learn various art techniques like perspective, shading, various mediums, etc. with artist, Karen Welsh at the Library. This is for ages 10 & up and will cost $3/30 min. Call or stop by to make an appointment!

LAFONTAINE UNITED METHODIST

CHURCH Food Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday. This only for LaFontaine and Liberty Township residents. If anyone would like to bring items for the food pantry, may also bring them doing these same hours.

WABASH CHAPTER IZAAK WALTON LEAGUE will be starting our spring cross shoots. We

are located at 10439 S, Old State Rd. 13 LaFontaine (Somerset). We will be shooting shotguns and open sight 22 rifles and pistols; shells will be furnished. Dates are April 30 and May 7. Starting time is 10 a.m. and we will be serving refreshments.

SECOND ANNUAL PURSE AUCTION sponsored by Pai Delta Chapter Kappa Delta Phi Sorority

Wednesday April 26, 2023.

Registration and Preview (no touching) 6 p.m. Auction Begins at 6:30 p.m. Come. Bring a friend. Names will be put into a basket for a fabulous prize! New and slightly used purses of all types filled with surprises! Cash or check accepted. Snack and beverages will be offered. Where: Zion Lutheran Church 173 Hale Wabash. Rod Schram –Auctioneer. Part of proceeds to benefit Troyer Memorial Library.

LAFONTAINE TOWN BOARD met at 6 p.m. Monday, April 10, in Town Hall. Present was Jay

Gillespie, President, Loie Brane, John Krhin, Assistant Clerk Teresa Snyder, and Attorney Jorden Tandy. Report by Tom Simpson reported six EMS runs and one fire run. Lance Gray gave Utility Report. Clerk-Treasurer Report: She asked for three adjustments on three accounts. These were approved. Jim Garrison presented a request for the town to cut down a tree. This was table to see if the town is responsible for this. Jay looking into other companies to compare cost from Republic Service. It was voted to combine lots owned by the town, when next to each other into one lot and apply for an address.

So, they could have a 911 number to given if an address was needed. Discuss a Park Pavilion, more discussing to be done at later time. Need to decide size, type, and placement.

Board sign contract with a company to see evaluate cost of water, trash and sewage cost furnish to residents.

There has been no raise on water bill to residents since 2013. When residents discuss their bill for water.

Residents remember your water bill includes water, sewage, and trash pickup. Also, the dumpsters twice a year for yearly clean up. With no further business, meeting adjoined.

STOUFFER’S

STOCK FARM

Indoor Petting Zoo, Goats, Donkeys, and Chickens oh my! (And more!) Mark your calendars and spread the word. We are having a petting zoo! All money goes toward the show team to make sure they can experience it 100 percent free! We put on a completely free show team for youth inner city kids to be able to show livestock and experience 4-H. Cost $2 per human from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays in April, May and June, at 3445 W 400 S, Wabash.

SPRINGTIME

EXTRAVGANZA will be 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 6, at LaFontaine Learning Center Cont. on Pg. 19.

Watch for farm equipment during

planting season

Planting season is quickly approaching for Indiana’s 94,000 farmers and with the warm weather and sunshine, Hoosier motorists will also see more large slow-moving farm equipment traveling Indiana’s rural roads and highways.

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture, Indiana Department of Homeland Security, Indiana Department of Transportation, Indiana State Police and Hoosier Ag Today want to encourage motorists to slow down, be alert and be patient on roadways this spring.

“Indiana is the eighth largest farming state in the country and a national leader in the production of traditional row crops like corn and soybeans,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development.

“Whether you live in rural, urban or suburban Indiana, remain alert on the road this spring as you may encounter large farm equipment moving between fields.”

In 2020 three vehicles were involved in crashes with farm equipment in Indiana which resulted in two deaths, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

“During the spring, Indiana sees a drastic increase of large farm equipment on our rural roads and highways, and it is important for Hoosiers to know how to safely navigate around them,” said Doug Carter, Indiana State Police Superintendent.

“Patience, courtesy and understanding, along with the undivided attention of motorists and farmers will help ensure a safe 2023 planting season.”

While the term “farm equipment” encompasses a wide range of vehicles, the most common types of

motorists will encounter during planting season include sprayers, tractors pulling planters or tillage equipment, and large trucks hauling agricultural products.

These vehicles are wide, sometimes taking up most of the road, and often travel at speeds no greater than 25 mph.

The following list includes several safety tips for motorists approaching large farm equipment:

• Farmers will pull over when they are able to let motorists pass, but it may take time for them to get to a safe place to do so.

• Be patient. Farm equipment is wide, sometimes taking up most of the road.

• Be careful when passing. Do not pass in a designated “No Passing Zone” or within 100 feet of any intersection, railroad grade crossing, bridge, elevation structure or tunnel.

• Do not try to pass slowmoving farm equipment on the left without ensuring that the farmer driving is not planning a left turn. It may appear that the driver is pulling over to allow a pass when the farmer is actually preparing to turn. You will drive right into its path, endangering yourself and the farmer.

• Avoid tailgating, as some farm equipment might have to make sudden stops along the road.

• Allow plenty of time to get to a destination, be aware of alternate routes and avoid distractions.

“Indiana’s corn and soybeans are utilized for a magnitude of products we depend on every day, such as food products like corn chips and sweeteners, livestock feeds so we can enjoy our favorite meats, fuel for our cars and more,” said Don Lamb, director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture.

207 N Wabash Ave., LaFontaine. Shop local craftsman and small business for your springtime needs. Many local venders. Light lunch available.

BUDDING ARTIST ART LESSONS Learn various art techniques like perspective, shading, various mediums, etc. with artist, Karen Welsh at the Troyer Memorial Library, in LaFontaine. Ages 10 and up. Cost $3 for 30 minutes. Call the library make an appointment.

GRANT CREEK MERCANTILE is open! Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. All home decor items are 30 percent off. (Does not include fabric.) We are located at 17 W. Main St., LaFontaine.

AND GOD LOOKED DOWN UPON SENIORS

Most seniors never get enough exercise. So, in his wis-

dom, God decreed that seniors would become forgetful that they would have to search for their glasses, keys, and other things misplaced and move around more. And God looked down and saw that it was good. Then God saw there was yet another need. So, God in his wisdom made seniors lose coordination that they would drop things, which would require them to bend and reach and stretch. And God looked down and saw that it was good. Then God considered the functioning of senior bladders and decided that in His wisdom there might be calls of nature more frequently, requiring more walking to the relief station, which would burn calories. Seniors were obliged to exercise more from these senor shortcomings and did become more active as a result. So, if you find you are

required to get up and down more as you age, remember it’s God’s will and in your best interest, even though you mutter under your breath. “I sure am glad that God is looking after me”! Amen! Let it be! And it is good.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Pastor Renee

April 21, Dustin Hurst, Rachel Hurst, McKayla Bunnell, Alyson Olson, Gaya Snyder

April 22, Wilbur

Hagerty April 23, Carol Drook, Ryanne Miller

April 24, Pastor Susan Shambaugh,

Bev Keelley April 26, Rylee Fennell, Chris Finch, Rick Nieman, Karen Stouffer April 27, Kellie Ridgeway, Troy Sellers April 28

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Mark and Rita Herendeen April 20, Ken and Chris Tomark April 27, Rex and Melissa Perlich, April 28

SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.co m or 2258E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN 46940

Arbor Day to be celebrated this month

Arbor Day is celebrated on the last Friday in April, -to be precise April 28. So how do you celebrate Arbor Day you ask? Arbor Day literally translate to “Tree Day” from the Latin origin of the word arbor. This holiday celebrates the planting, upkeep and preservation of trees here in the United States.

Communities spanning the glob have found various ways to honor nature and the environment. The appreciation of trees and forest in modern times can be largely attributed to Arbor Day. Arbor Day may not have the same clout as other holidays like Valentine’s Day or St. Patrick’s Day. It has a history with strong roots across multiple nations. The

very first Arbor Day was held on April 10, 1872.

Approximately 1 million trees were on this day.

Awards and prizes aided in the planting the trees. The tradition quickly began to spread in 1882, schools across the country started to participate and more than a decade after its introduction, Arbor Day became an official holiday. Within 20 years Arbor Day reached a large number of nations including Japan, Europe, Canada

and Australia. On April 15, 1907, President Theodore Roosevelt supported the movement and issued “Arbor Day Proclamation” to school children telling them it is well that you should celebrate Arbor Day thoughtfully in planting trees. In 1970 Arbor Day became recognized nationwide thanks to the efforts of President Richard Nixon.

Julius Morton led the charge in the planting of trees on April 10, 1872. Morton died in 1902. There is a statue of him located in the National Hall of Fame in Washington D.C. commemorating him as the “Father of Arbor Day”.

On this April 28, 2023, go out and plant a tree to celebrate Arbor Day.

Prayer con-

cerns: Nancy Anderson & family, Joe Adams, Marilyn Karns, Julie Miller, John Eltzroth, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron & Rhonda Baer, Duane Wagner, Kim and Brian Frank, Nancy Christie, Ruth Summers, Jerry & Nancy McColley, Josh McColley, Ethel Fogel, Weck family, Dan Speicher & family, Coy Eads & his parents & sisters, Terry Knee, Paxton Wright, Jim and Pat Hartley, Joni Fox, our Nation and leaders, our military personnel, our frontline responders and health providers.

The Breakfast Bunch met at the Fried Egg on April 12, 2023 around 7:30 a.m. They meet every Wednesday and have breakfast

together and talk about what is happening in and around the country. They had a full boat this time and really enjoyed each other’s company. Those attending were Larry and Nancy Meyer, Tom and Joyce Willcox, Amy Niccum, Shelly Smith, Karen Goebel from Wisconsin and Pat McNabney. As always, this bunch would like to invite you to join them. They would like for you to come on down some Wednesday morning, see what this group is all about and have some fun.

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

Transportation to schedule from 8

a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. This is FREE transportation for all veterans to VA Medical Facilities. May God bless you Veterans for your Service to this Great Nation.

Give D.A.V. Transportation a call today.

Urbana Lions Club is asking Urbana and other Communities for help in raising funds to pay for the repairs to the Community Building. As you were notified several months ago, the floor had dropped several inches just west of the restroom where the new part of the building is attached to the old part.

The floor has been repaired but there are other issues that need to be addressed to

complete the repairs. If these repairs are not completed, the building will be in the same dilemma once again. So, we are asking for your help to save the Community Building.

Any donation would be much appreciated. You can make your check/money order out to the Urbana Lions Club for whatever amount you would like to give.

All and every donation would be much appreciated and used for the benefit of the Community Building. Mail your donation to Urbana Lions Club P.O. Box 97 Urbana, IN 46990. The Urbana Lions Club would like to thank you in advance for your help with this issue.

Michael Snell 260-774-3665 pinkynova71@ hotmail.com

UMC to host dinner

United Methodist Church will be hosting Dine-In and Carry-out Community Dinner from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, Apr 21, at North Manchester United Methodist Church, 306 East Second St. Menu includes baked steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, salad, roll, dessert and drink. Cost is $10 per meal. Carry outs available at 4:30 p.m. at the front of the church on East Second Street, heading westbound. The public is welcome. North Manchester United Methodist Church is handicapped-accessible, with parking in the rear of the church and the East Second Street parking lot.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE: Since 1979, the Friends of the North Manchester Public Library has provided $294,930 to help fund library programs, purchases and projects. Over the years, this funding came from several sources, including golf outings, memberships, silent auctions, and book sales. The Spring Book Sale will be held between 9 and 5 on April 27, 28 and 29 in the library at 405 North Market Street.

Information: 260982-4773 or www.nman.lib.in.u

SERVICE WELLATTENDED:

s. N.M. FARMER’S MARKET VENDOR MEETING will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 29, near the playground at Ogan’s Landing on South Mill Street, North Manchester. Anyone interested in learning more about participating in the Farmer’s Market is encouraged to attend.

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH OFFERED AT MU: Manchester University Dining offers its annual Mother’s Day Brunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, May 14, in the upper level of the Jo Young Switzer Center on East Street in North Manchester. Vegetarian, vegan and kids’ meals are available in addition to traditional brunch fare. The price is $27.99 for adults, 15.99 for ages 4-10, and free for children ages 3 and younger. Reservations are due before May 9 at 260-982-5289.

COMMUNITY GOOD FRIDAY

About 100 people in North Manchester came together for an ecumenical Good Friday Worship Service at Zion Lutheran Church. Welcome and invocation was by Zion Administrator, David Lawrenz. The message was given by Pastor Jeremy Jones, as a reminder that we all need a Savior, so God sent His only Son, Jesus, to be the perfect sacrifice and die for our sins. Russ Reahard led congregational hymns accompanied by Marjorie Vance on the organ. Pastors Luke Hunt and Kurt Stout read scripture, and Pastor Tim Morbitzer gave the benediction.

FRANCES

SLOCUM CHAPTER DAR held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 11 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Activity Room, Wabash. Twelve members were present and guests. The National Defense Report was about Col. Nicole Mann, the first female member of the Marine Corps to command a NASA space flight. She also became the first Native American woman to go into space. Larry Buckmaster, retired Veteran Navy Submariner, South Bend, gave a

brief history of the U.S. Naval Submarine Service and what life aboard a conventional and nuclear submarine was like. It was 50 years ago, he was to be on the USS Thresher (SSN-593) which exploded in a deep-diving test on April 10, 1963, killing all 129 crew members. A lastminute transfer to the USS George Washington (SSBN598) to replace a diesel engineer who had an appendicitis attack saved his life. The Frances Slocum Chapter was please to award the DAR Distinguished Citizen certificate and medal to Larry for just doing his job but he is very proud to be an elite 1% of all who qualify for Navy service; especially the “silent service” as a submariner. The next meeting of the Frances Slocum Chapter will be Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at GrandstaffHentgen Activity Room, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash.

Prospective members and guests are always welcome to attend. DAR membership is open to any woman 18 years of age, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution. Those having questions about their family history lineage

information may contact www.dar.org or Tamra Wise at 574527-2208 or Barbara Amiss at 260-9824376.

MOM OF AN ADDICT SUPPORT GROUP every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The Mom of an Addict support group is open to all family members or friends with loved ones who are struggling. For more information visit www.themomofanaddict.org

. The meetings are held at the Congregational Christian Church located at 310 N. Walnut St., North Manchester.

MFOC THRIFT SHOP: MFOC Market Street,

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

FOC FOOD

PANTRY is open from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursdays. The Food Pantry is located at 500 N. Front St., N. Manchester.

DRIVE-THRU

FOC FELLOW-

SHIP MEAL hosted by the Fellowship of Churches is held from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at Zion Lutheran Church, 113 W. Main Street. Guests should drive up in front of the church for pickup.

NORTH MANCHESTER NEWS ITEMS may be sent to my e-mail address at nmanchestertalks@gmail .com or you may call me at 260-9828800. The deadline for news to appear in the next week’s issue of The Paper is noon Wednesday. Please submit timely news items.

Larry Buckmaster shows off the DAR Distinguished Citizen award and medal he received from medal from Barbara Amiss, Regent. Photo provided

Local firefighter honored

Tim Kersey, member of the Roann Volunteer Fire Department, was honored for 50 years of service at Indianapolis State House on April 3, 2023. Twenty-seven other firemen from around the state of Indiana was honored also.

Tim was presented with a 50-year gold pin, a gold card for IVFA lifetime membership and a House Resolution Certificate. The firemen and their guests visited the House of Representatives and The State Senate, they both were in session. Also, he visited Governor Holcomb’s office where he thanked all the volunteer firemen for their dedication and service to their communities.

The firemen and their guests were served breakfast and lunch. Those attending with Tim was his wife Carol, daughter Carie Snyder and her husband Jay. It was a great day for Tim. Be sure to thank him for his service to our community next time you see him.

THE FAMILY of Ellen Rensberger would like to thank everyone for coming out on April 16 to help Ellen celebrate her 90th birthday. It was a great day for her.

THANK YOU to Roann Lions Club for sponsoring the annual Roann Easter Egg Hunt. And thank you to Carol Long and LuAnn for organizing this event. We are forever thankful once again for Janet Shoue who bakes those delicious monster cookies for the children. Every child went home with at

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

least one prize, a delicious monster cookie and a free Frisbee. We hope your child had a fun time.

ANOTHER

SIGN of spring is the updates for the Roann Lions Club Community Calendar. It is hard to believe the Lions Club has been doing this for 61 years in 2023. We try to make changes as we see obituaries, etc. but it is impossible to know of all changes. To have your birthday, of family members living in your household, anniversaries, new babies, etc. on the calendar, please call 765-8335663 and leave a message. You must purchase a calendar to have names on the calendar.

The Lions Club calendar is our biggest moneymaking project. We appreciate those of you who continue to support the Lions Club by buying our calendar.

Many have asked “Why does it run from July 1st to June 30th?” That is the International Lions Club calendar year. Names and changes need to be called in by May 1, 2023. Thank you!

RABER’S DISCOUNT Grocery

Store on State Roan 19 will have their customer appreciation day on Saturday, May 13th from 11 a.m. - ?

Chicken will be provided by Raber’s (cooked by

Steve & Jennifer Hicks) and the Roann Lions Club will be donating chips and applesauce for the meal.

Raber’s will also be giving free Blue Bell ice cream samples while they last. This will be a freewill donation to the Roann Lions Club. Come enjoy a delicious meal and support our Roann Lions Club.

ROANN Covered Bridge Festival fundraiser will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20 It will be drivethrough only. We are sorry to say, due to the rising cost of meat and other supplies, we will be raising our prices for the meal to $12 this year. You will get two tenderloins with your meal. We hope you will still come to get some of those famous Richvalley Tenderloins and support the Roann Festival.

RAY MEYER, President of the Roann School Alumni has announced the 2023 banquet has been scheduled for April 21, 2023, at Roann Community Building. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with dinner being served at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $25 per ticket. Please turn in your reservation by April 15. Anyone who is a graduate of Roann High School and anyone who attended Roann at any time are invited to come. Reserve your place by contacting the following: Ray Meyer, President, 574-453-0394; Roger Meyer, Vice President, 260-5711925; Van Krom, Secretary/Treasure r, 765-480-3125.

ROANN METRO League has set some important dates. Mark your calendars: April 20

– Field and Townwide clean up; May 20 –Opening Day; June 3 – Picture Day and Hotdogs in the Bridge Fundraiser. Come out and support the kids!

A COUPLE OF churches are having rummage sales: Denver Baptist Church Rummage Sale, 111 N. Yorick St., Denver, will be 8 a.m.to 5 p.m. April 28, and 8 a.m.to 2 p.m. April 29. Donuts and light lunch available. Proceeds to missions.; Mexico New Life Church Rummage Sale, 3039 W. 400 N., Peru, will be 8 p.m. to 4 p.m. April 28, and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. April 29.

LIFE CENTER is giving away free stuff in their Mommy and Me Boutique. You are invited to check them out. They are open 1 to 6 p.m. Monday, 10 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, and 1 to 4 p.m. Friday. They are located at 489 Bond Street, Wabash. Their telephone number is 260-563-7275.

PASTOR

BALMER of Roann United Methodist Church sermon for April 23, 2023, will be from Romans 12:1-2 titled “Do Not Conform.” You are invited to worship in person or on Facebook at 9 a.m. The Church is located at the corner of Adams and Arnold streets in Roann.

WOMEN of Roann United Methodist Church are working on their annual Chicken-n-Noodle dinner, set for 4-7 p.m. April 22. Dinner will include chicken-n-noodles, mashed potatoes, applesauce, green beans, rolls and dessert. All for $10 per adult, $5 for

ages 4 to 7 and free for children 3 and younger. Dine-in and carry-outs will be available.

UPCOMING

EVENTS: April 21 – Roann Alumni Banquet, doors open at 5 p.m.; April 22 – RUMC Women of Faith

Chicken-n-Noodle Dinner, 4-7 p.m.; April 22 – Field and Townwide Clean Up; May 20 – Roann Festival Fundraiser, starts at 11 a.m.

PLEASE CON-

TINUE praying for: Jackie Slee, Russell Quillen, Jeff Krom, Coy Eads, Ken Musselman, Larry Smalley, Tiffany Howard, Rob Mace, Norman Hyden, John and Carol Adams, and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy, God bless you all.

CELEBRATING

ANNIVERSARIES: April 20 –Mr. & Mrs. Larry Donaldson; April 25 – Mr. & Mrs. Steve Foust.

CELEBRATING

BIRTHDAYS:

April 19 –Stephanie Summers; April 20 – Connie Kramer and Dianna Ferguson; April 22

– Irene Donaldson, Larry Whitney, Rylan Schultz, and Caleigh Holms West; April 24 – Jan Mills; April 25 –Connie Slagle and Shawnt’e Frieden; April 26 – Levi Summers.

I CAN BE reached by email at meyerann@centurylink.net.

Gov. Eric Holcomb with Roann Volunteer Fire Department member Tim Kersey, who was honored for 50 years of service to the department.

Talk about Lagro was interesting

Residents and Friends of Lagro, my husband and I attended a presentation at the Honeywell House on Thursday evening, April 13, given by Lavonne Sparling and Lagro Town Council President Richard Monce.

With Lavonne’s daughter Kami displaying photos from the computer, they talked about the history of Lagro, the present status of several building and renovation projects and the vision for the future in Lagro.

They covered briefly the origins in the early 1800s when many immigrants came, mostly from Ireland, to build the Lagro section of the Wabash and Erie Canal; then later in the early 1900s the popularity of the interurban that ran through Lagro to connect Lagro with Peru, Kokomo, and Indianapolis.

There are several new businesses in Lagro, as well as at least seven homes that have been remodeled or repurposed.

If your group is looking for an entertaining and informative program, we strongly recommend contacting Lavonne or Rich.

Lagro High School Alumni

Banquet will be Saturday, May 6, at Lagro Methodist Church Fellowship Hall with a buffet dinner at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $25 per person. All graduates, former students,

teachers, and friends are welcome. Make reservations with check by April 23. Make check payable to: Lagro H.S. Alumni, and mail to Kie Kirk, 555 N. Miami St., Wabash, IN 46992. Committee members are Linda (Leonhardt) Collins (765-9812665), Leon & Kie (Bechdol) Kirk (260563-7335), Carrie (McKinley) Williams (260-2242401), Cindy (Swan) McGuire (260-571-1812), and Peggy (Schlemmer) Ballschmidt (260330-9667).

Lagro Community Church welcomes you to church.

Sunday School is every Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. and worship service is at 10 a.m. Tim Brown is the speaker for April 23.

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

Mark Wisniewski’s sermon for April 23 is “Without God, It’s Only a Bush,” based on Exodus 3:1-12. Prayer and Bible study continues on Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. with “Man’s Journey Into Timelessness.”

Comments from Preacher Mark about faith:

Some people may ask how a person gets faith or where faith comes from. In a real sense, faith is a process.

First, it must be developed. Then, it must be nurtured and strengthened. The nurturing and strengthening are essential for faith to grow and be the directing and sustaining force within the true believer’s life that God intends it to be.

The nurturing and strengthening are itself a lifelong process that never comes to an end (1 Corinthians 16:13; Colossians 1:22-23). Are you giving proper attention to the development and strengthening of your faith? Give this question great consideration, for the answer could determine your eternal destinyRomans 10:17 – So faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

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.

Kids’ Klub at Lagro United Methodist Church finished its last meeting for the school year on March 29. A yearend party is planned for 5 p.m. May 7, with a Magic Show followed by dinner in the Fellowship Hall.

Entries are needed for Lagro Good Ole Days Parade on Saturday, June 17. The theme is “Our Irish Roots” to highlight the 150th Anniversary of St. Patrick Catholic Church.

is required. For more information, call Lagro Town Hall at 260-782-2451.

A Grief Support group meets at 3:30 p.m. every Monday in Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St, Wabash, 260-7822160.

Congratulations to Northfield’s 2023-2024 Student Council Executive Board: PresidentDeziree Garrett, Vice PresidentLillian Barton, Secretary - Brinlei Swihart, Treasurer - Madison Griffith, Historian - Jace Phillips.

Upcoming events for Northfield Junior/Senior High School:

April 19 –Sportsmanship Summit; Tennis (V/JV Girls –Manchester; Track & Field (7/8 Coed) –Maconaquah HS; Baseball (V) –Maconaquah HS; Softball (V) –Maconaquah HS.

April 20 – Golf (V/JV Boys) –Marion; Baseball (JV) – Manchester; Softball (V) at Caston JrSr HS; Tennis (V/JV Girls) at Maconaquah.

April 21 –Baseball (JV) –Churubusco; eSports Tournament; Track & Field (V/JV Coed) At North Miami Warrior Relays; Band Concert in auditorium.

April 22 – Golf (V/JV Boys) at Manchester Invite; “Test Drive a School Bus” Event Softball (V) at

Bluffton; TriKappa – Gym & Cafeteria.

April 24 – Softball (V) – Manchester; Track & Field (7/8 Coed) at Crestview Middle School; Baseball (V) –Manchester; Golf (7/8) – Huntington Catholic.

April 25 – Blood Drive in the rubber gym; Golf (7/8) at Tippecanoe Valley Middle School; Golf (V/JV Boys) – Lakeland

Christian; Baseball (JV) at Peru; Track & Field (V/JV Coed) at Manchester Whit.

April 26 – CANCELED – Baseball (JV) at Whitko JrSr

HS; Tennis (V/JV Girls) – Southwood; Track & Field (7/8 Coed) at North Miami; Baseball (V) – Wabash HS; Softball (V) –Wabash HS.

There are people in our community who are in need of our prayers at this time. Their names remain on our lips and their concerns linger in our hearts.

Let us not forget to personally be a presence in their lives, to offer hope and help. Their names need not be mentioned; God knows them by name.

Lagro Happy Birthday: April 22 – Jody Pefley; April 23 – Burl Good and Sheila Wojtkowiak; April 26 – Charles Stacy.

Do you have a birthday or anniversary to celebrate? Do you have a special event to share? If so, just send me an email at the address listed above, or text me at 260-571-2577. The deadline is 7 p.m. Thursdays.

I’d love to share your special day or your community event. Let’s share the news!

Northfield’s 2023-2024 Student Council Executive Board: President - Deziree Garrett, Vice President - Lillian Barton, Secretary - Brinlei Swihart, Treasurer - Madison Griffith, HistorianJace Phillips. Photo provided

The Paper of Wabash County, 606 St Rd 13 N, Wabash, IN 46992. Classified Ads:

Wabash City

HUGE GARAGE Sale:

Friday and Saturday, April 21 and 22, 9am-5pm. 670 Warren Avenue.

MOVING SALE: April 22, 8am-5pm. All woodworking tools, shop tools, household items, miscellaneous. 654 High Street. 260-5711214.

North Manchester

ANNUAL MULTI-FAMILY

Garage Sale: Friday, 8am5pm; Saturday 8am-? Lots of clothing (newbornmen’s XL, women’s 3X), Household items, crates, baby things, miscellaneous. 2 miles North of State Road 13 on Beckley Street Extended. Dyson. 260-578-8359.

NEIGHBORHOOD

SALES: Huge multi-family sale - 3227 E. 1200 S., North Manchester. 8am6pm, April 20 and April 21; 8am-? April 22. Wedding decorations, brand name adult clothes, children’s books, porcelain dolls, collectibles, girls clothes size 7-8 and under, Most 25¢. Too much to mention.

Other Rummage

DENVER BAPTIST

Church Rummage Sale:

Friday, April 28, 8am-5pm; Saturday, April 29, 8am2pm. 111 N. Yorick Street, Denver. Donuts & light lunch available. Proceeds to our missions.

Lawn & Garden

TOM’S LAWN Care: No yard too big or too small. Free estimates! 765-2513258

WANTED: LOOKING for yards to mow this summer. Call 260-571-9487 for more information.

Articles For Sale

AMISH MADE Lawn furniture, swing sets, 3’x5’ raised gardening beds, and 5’ swing seats. 260-2133007.

ATTENTION: FARM Fresh Brown Eggs. The very best! If you try them, you’ll never go back. 12427 N. 500 E., North Manchester. 260-982-6338.

FOR SALE: 25hp Ariens riding lawn mower, automatic, $900. New small generator, $100. Old Salamander, $50. 260563-4537.

Cemetery Plot

TWO BURIAL plots: Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash, Garden of Valor section. Must be a veteran with a DD214. $700 for 2, $350 for 1. Kevin Miller, 260571-3747.

Services