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Plans for East Street overpass discussed By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com Planning for the East Street overpass is roughly 60 percent complete, and officials from the Indiana Department of Transportation, the City of Wabash and the engineering firm WSP are targeting a Fall 2024 target date to complete work. That was the takeaway Tuesday evening from a public open house that took place in the Eagles Theatre ballroom. About 30 people, mostly from the area affected by the project, attended the hour long gathering. The overpass would stretch along East Street from Hill to Maple streets. “The road is currently at the same elevation of the railroad,” George Watson of WSP told those present. “At the end of this project, East Street is going to be roughly 27 feet higher than the railroad. In order to get that amount of clearance,
George Watson, with the engineering firm WPS, discusses an artist rendering of the East Street overpass with a local resident who attended the April 26 meeting. Photo by Joseph Slacian
we need to build up a hill. What you’re seeing … is essentially slopes that go back down to existing grade.” The grassy slopes would be maintained by the city, Mayor Scott Long said during a question and answer period after the presentation. “This is the shortest
project length in order to get an overpass through the railroad, the least number of intersections and the least number of properties and the least number of parcels, or properties affected,” Watson continued. “We hope to provide a corridor through Wabash with uninterrupted north-south traffic any-
time a train is stopped. There is an issue with the hospital being on the north side of town. “If, for example, there is a mile long train that stops in town, there’s just not an alternate route on the east side of town, and the west side of town, the alternate route can get flooded pretty easily. We want
to increase safety by doing this project here.” The project also will improve pedestrian crossing over the railroad with a sidewalk on the east side of the overpass, Watson noted. There also will be a 10-foot chain link fence on the overpass, which is required by the railroad.
The 60 percent of the project that is completed includes the selected site, as well as elevation and a project footprint finalized, he continued. Still to be finalized are lighting issues, final design, structural design, an environmental study, final drainage design and utility issues. “All that is going on now,” he said of the $11.1 million project. Federal and state funding will provide $9.2 million, with the remainder coming from city coffers. “Also, as part of this project, we are proposing some at-grade crossings for closure,” Watson said, noting that those would be the crossings at Spring, Huntington and Thorne streets. “The schedule for this is not yet set. We try not to close things before the bridge is built.” The additional closures are all part of the goals of the Trax project to make things safer and reduce the Continued on Page 7
Lieutenant Governor pays visit to Lagro By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com
Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch paid a visit to downtown Lagro on Thursday, April 28, to see several of the revitalization projects taking place in the community. Crouch, State Sen. Andy Zay, State Rep. Craig Snow and others toured the buildings being refurbished by the Lagro Canal Foundation. The Foundation received funding from the Office of Community and Rural Affairs to help with the project. They also saw the
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Hopewell House, which is undergoing a major renovation, and the Lagro United Methodist Church, which also received OCRA funding to help restore its stained glass window. Foundation member Lavonne Sparling told the visitors about the buildings – a former bank, a former hardware store and Masonic Lodge, and the former Improved Order of the Red Man lodge. In addition, the entourage learned about the Wabash River Trail, the 950 Speakeasy Bistro and several other projects
taking place around the community. After the tour, the group had lunch at the Bistro. “As Lieutenant Governor, I oversee OCRA – the Office of Community and Rural Affairs – and it provided a little over $100,000 in grant money through the Historic Grant Program to revitalize these beautiful historic buildings,” Crouch told The Paper of Wabash County. “What we’re seeing, and the intention of the administration and the General Assembly, is to support our small rural communities because we believe
they are the next great economic opportunity for us. “What we saw during COVID is we are starting to leave the more urban areas and wanting that quality of life that they find in small town Indiana. In order to attract people you have to have that quality of life. It makes them want to come. “That’s what is happening here in Lagro, and we see it all over Indiana – just a revitalization of our small towns and communities coming together to support these kind of projects, and also grow the economic opportunity that is here.
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Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch (right) chats with Christine Floor, Visit Wabash County executive director (from left) and Lagro Canal Foundation representative Lavonne Sparling. Photo by Joseph Slacian “It’s exciting to be here and see a small town become a big personality.” In addition to Crouch’s visit, Visit
Wabash County also sponsored a trolley tour on Thursday to show off some of the safe sites around Lagro.
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Several schools earn Family Friendly designation By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com Several Wabash County schools have been recognized by the Indiana Deparment of Education for their contributions to family friendliness. Wabash High School, along with Northfield High School, Sharp Creek Elementary School and Metro North Elementary School, were named Family Friendly Schools for the 2022-23 school year. “Being recognized in such a manner identifies the school as demonstrating excellence in engaging families in their children’s education,” according to a press release from Wabash High School. The designation
could very well be called exclusive, according to Jeffery R. Galley, Wabash High School’s assistant principal. “Last year, the IDOE identified 32 schools that achieved this designation in their press release,” said Galley “They have not released this year’s official numbers yet.” At Metropolitan School District of Wabash County, Superintendent Mike Keaffaber announced the honor being bestowed on one of the corporation’s high schools and both of its elementary schools. He said Northfield was notified it achieved the designation on April 20. “Just a reminder that Sharp Creek also received that designation this year — this was a renewal — and for
the first time, Metro North Elementary,” said Keaffaber. “This is something that you have to apply (for) to the state, but also there’s a list of tasks that you have to complete to be able to be recognized with this designation so I appreciate them doing that.” Galley said WHS did not take the designation lightly. “For Wabash High School to receive this desig-
nation, it is very gratifying,” Galley said. “We work hard to make sure we meet our students’ and families’ needs, often without anyone knowing what goes into getting that accomplished. This designation helps to show our community that we are student and- family-centered.” Galley said the school corporation has let many of its actions prove its worthiness of the
designation. “You often hear the saying, ‘It takes a village,’ and in reality it truly does,” he contin-
ued. “For our students to be successful in, and outside of school, we must all work together collaboratively. If
one part fails, all the parts fail. That is why we want to meet everyone’s needs and have Continued on Page 3
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Southwood grad to represent MU at Esports event By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com A Wabash native and 2020 Southwood High School graduate will travel south to Georgia to represent Manchester University in competitive gaming on the national collegiate level. August Elliott, 20, will join three other teammates as champions of the Great Lakes Esports Conference to compete in the Collegiate Esports Commissioners Cup in Atlanta May 7-8. Also representing the gaming foursome will be James Walsh from Peru. “We play Super Smash Bros. against schools in the area like Bethel, Valpo, and Mount Union,” said Elliott. “We were able to recently get the ‘three-peat,’ which is an amazing feeling. We took on Valpo in the grand finals, and after a grueling three and a half hours, we were able to take the win. We were told that day that winning would get us into Atlanta. We were just focused on playing our game. The crowd was so large and alive, that it made every game feel electric.” Elliott said he became interested
entire team. Us being able to attend this event shows us that our hard work has played off. It is a feeling that gives you a type of butterfly in your stomach. You cannot predict what’s going to happen, so every time you go in its always something new. I am excited to meet new people and make new friends.” The starting three members of the Manchester University esports team heading to Atlanta for the Collegiate Esports Commissioner’s Cup are, from left, Sophomores August Elliott of Wabash, Collin Eastman from Kewanee, Ill. and James Walsh from Peru. Not pictured is Savion Hunter of Phenix City, Ala. Photo provided in competitive gaming first as a spectator. “I have been watching people play esports since I was very young,” he said. “I loved watching and cheering on my favorite players. I had never played too much in esports until I heard about it at Manchester. Once I had heard that the university offered esports, I was immediately interested. My love and passion for esports just flourished from there.” What started as a vicarious interest blossomed, said Elliott, who is eyeing the Atlanta competition with boiling enthusiasm. “It is a surreal experience,” said the college sopho-
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...continued from Page 2 everyone step up when a need arises. This is the first time receiving this designation, but it will not be the last. The process that we had to go through involved looking at our policies and protocols to make us a better school. It’s a process that we want to continue so that we may provide the best services to all students and families.”
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Started in 2015, the Family Friendly Schools designation focuses on addressing the academic, physical, emotional, and social needs of students, while providing the needed resources and fostering the active involvement of their families through the school and community, according to information obtained from the department of education.
more majoring in elementary education. “Who would’ve known that all those years ago me practicing in my room would help bring me to this? It is going to be an honor representing Manchester alongside my teammates, James, Collin (Eastman of Kewanee, Ill.) and Savion (Hunter of Phenix City, Ala.)” The significance of going head to head in competition against what should be some of the nation’s most gifted gamers is not lost on the Wabash native. “We are going to be fighting against
some of the best players in the world, and we will be pushed to our limits,” he said. “The opportunity to compete together in this is something I will never take for granted. I am nervous, but so excited. What is the fun if there aren’t any nerves though? It is a feeling that is validating for the
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Metro North teacher earns recognition By Phil Smith psmith@thepaperofwabash.com A preschool teacher for Metro North Elementary School was applauded for her ability to connect with the youngest of students during the regular board meeting of the Metropolitan School District of Wabash County, held April 26. Stacey Meredith, nominated by coworker Heather Amos, was the latest recipient of MSDWC’s Staff Spotlight, presented to a staffer at each meeting of the district’s board of trustees. Amos was joined by Metro North Principal Janette Moore to present Meredith with the award. “It’s great to have this team of com-
will just be in awe,” said the principal. “She was meant to be a pre-school
Pictured from left to right are Metro North Elementary School preschool teacher Stacey Meredith, Principal Janette Moore and teacher Heather Amos. Photo provided rades together,” said MSDWC Superintendent Mike Keaffaber Amos illustrated the recipient’s ability to connect with her pint-sized pupils. “Stacey is a compassionate grade level leader,” Amos said. “She serves
‘littles’ with every ounce of love and grace possible. Stacey treats the students as her own. Working with her is a joy. She always has a positive attitude and a laugh. I love her leadership style, as she’s willing to share or help daily.
Work planned on SR 16 The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the closure of State Road 16 near Urbana. Crews will begin a small structure replacement starting on or after May 2, with work expected to last until the end of the month. All work is weather-dependent and schedules are subject to change. During the closure, drivers should use the posted detour of S.R. 13, U.S. 24 and S.R. 105, or seek an alternate route. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution and drive distraction-free when travelling in and around all work zones.
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She checks in on us and she gives us staff little gifts and always a hug when we need it.” Moore agreed. “Mrs. Meredith, if you have not had a chance to see her in action, you need to come and see a moment in her classroom, and you
teacher. Most importantly, she’s a champion not only for her own stu-
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WHS announces NHS inductions, academic letters School students. In 1988, the first Academic Letters were issued to specially-qualified students. Thirty-four years later, the criteria for receiving an academic letter is just as rigorous as
Wabash High School held its annual National Honor Society (NHS) Induction and Academic Letter Celebration on April 24 at the high school’s auditorium. The induction of 46 students, 17 of which were ushered in for the third time, added the names of the students to the rolls of the Barrett Chapter, founded in 1956. The second part of the afternoon involved awarding 47 Wabash High School students academic letters. Created during the 1986-87 school year, an Academic Awards Committee was created with the purpose of increasing the recognition and rewarding of academically-talented Wabash High
Salamonie to host plant ID workshop Salamonie Lake will host a native plant ID workshop on Saturday, May 14, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Salamonie’s Interpretive Center. The work-
shop is expected to last approximately three hours. It will take place rain or shine. Speaker Jake Wyatt will share his knowledge of
native plant species. Wyatt, an Indiana Master Naturalist, is a Huntington County native. The workshop cost is $10 per per-
son. Advance registration is required by calling 468-2127. The workshop is supported by Indiana DNR and Upper Wabash Invasive Networks.
it was at its inception. In addition to semester honor rolls and academic grades, students are able to qualify by earning points for participation on academic teams, attending academic conferences and
participation with other extracurricular academic activities conducted outside of the normal school setting. NHS inductees and recipients of academic letters are shown in the included graphs.
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Youth Week declared: Mayor Scott Long presents Cathy Walters, a Past Exalted Ruler with the Wabash Elks Lodge, a proclamation making the first week of May Elks Youth Week in the City of Wabash. The proclamation was read at the April 25 City Council meeting.
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between East and Spring streets will be made one-way. A public hearing is planned for late 2022. Appraisals for right of way acqui-
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in summer 2024, with completion later that fall. During the Q&A session, audience members asked a variety of ques-
tions including whether parking will be allowed on East Street (yes, before and after certain points of the overpass).
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Danny Fruitt, 78
Barbara Bakehorn,, 92
Nan Gemmer, 85
Worked at Manchester Foundry
Retired from Heckman Bindery
Worked as church secretary
Sept. 2, 1929 – April 28, 2022
Sept. 18, 1936 – April 25, 2022
March 8, 1944 – April 24, 2022
Danny Joe Fruitt, 78, North Manchester, passed away April 24, 2022, at Stillwater Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Born March 8, 1944, in Wabash County, Danny was the son of Floyd H. and Josephine M. (Shipley) Fruitt. After graduating from Sidney High School in 1964, Danny married Deborah “Debbie” Kerr on July 17, 1965. During their 56 years of marriage, the two were blessed with three daughters, seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A family man through and through, Danny enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. For over 40 years he supported his family through hard work at the Manchester Foundry, where he was a core maker. Danny was an avid sports fan, possessing a particular fondness for the Chicago Cubs and Purdue Boilermakers. He also enjoyed going to the golf course to play the game that he loved. On Sundays, Danny and his wife attended Warsaw Community Church. The loving memory of Danny Joe Fruitt will be forever cherished by his wife, Debbie Fruitt, North Manchester; daughters, Deana (Matt) Kendall, Tracy (Greg) Snep, and Allison (Matthew) Blocher, all of North Manchester; sisters, Carol Richard, Long Boat Key, Fla., Janet Michael, Warrenville, Ill., Janine (Anthony) Batta, Lafayette, and Sharon (James) Dunnuck, Columbia City; sisterin-law’s, Addie Fruitt, Stuart, Fla., Phyllis Fruitt, West Lafayette; grandchildren, Aaron Snep, Neil Snep, Sydney (Taylor) Hays, Tyler (Morgan) Blocher, Miranda Blocher, Ryan Kendall, and Erika Kendall; great-grandchildren, Weston Snep, Arlo Blocher, Adler Blocher, and a baby due in June of 2022, Nolan Hays. Danny was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Ronald, Eldon, and Leon Fruitt; and two sisters, Joan Franklin and Norma Rager. Visitation and services were Saturday, April 30, 2022, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, with Pastor Jamy Gregory officiating. Burial was at Clemmers Fisher Ross Cemetery, 3904 East 900 South, Claypool. For those who wish to honor the memory of Danny Joe Fruitt, memorial contributions may be made to Stillwater Foundation, 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814. The family of Danny Joe Fruitt has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.
Barbara Jean Bakehorn, 92, of Wabash, died at 11 a.m., Thursday, April 28, 2022, at her home. She was born on Sept. 2, 1929, in Wabash, to Dalice O’Dell and Leona Cecilia (Nayrocker) Martin. Barbara married Joseph Earl Bakehorn in Wabash on June 29, 1947; he died Feb. 28, 2021. She attended Wabash High School. As a young girl, Barbara worked at Hutchins Laundry, General Tire, and 20 years at Heckman Bindery in North Manchester, retiring in 1988. She was a member of the Wabash Alliance Church Barbara enjoyed reading, painting, collecting knick knacks and going to rummage sales. She is survived by saughter, Linda Sue (Gary) Vigar of Fort Myers, Fla., 8 grandchildren, Gerald (Shauna) Vigar, Jr. of Wabash, Valerie Vigar of Elkins, W.Va., Rachel (Larry) Vigar of Fort Mapleton, Ill., Matthew (Rachel) Vigar of Irwin, Pa., Todd (Tammy) Houser and Jeremy (Brandy) Houser, both of LaFontaine, Tameka (J.C.) Perez of Glen Burnie, Md., and Daniel (Ashlee) Townsend of Elkhart; 20 great-grandchildren, several great-great grandchildren; sister, Anna Marie (John) Fritz of Peru, and sister-in-law, Connie Martin of Allen, Mich. She was also preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Pamela Kay Harman, and her two brothers, Delbert Martin and Marvin Martin. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 5, 2022, at Wabash Alliance Church, 1200 N. Cass Street, Wabash, with Pastor Todd Render officiating. Burial will be in Mississinewa Memorial Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Preferred memorial is Wabash Alliance GCF. The memorial guest book for Barbara may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Madeline Bolinger, 78 Enjoyed gardening May 20, 1943 – April 29, 2022 Madeline Sue Bolinger, 78, of Kokomo, died 7:22 p.m., Friday, April 29, 2022, at Community Hospital in Kokomo. She was born on May 20, 1943, in Peru, to Ernest Cole and Malvina (DeBin) Ball. Madeline was a 1961 graduate of Somerset High School and a graduate of Indiana Business College in Fort Wayne. She married Gordon L. Bolinger in Somerset on Aug. 24, 1963; he died July 26, 2021. Madeline was a Home Interiors manager for 33 years, retiring in 2007. She enjoyed cooking, flower gardening, and fishing with Gordon. She is survived by three children, Mark (Julie) Bolinger of Wabash, Kathleen Bolinger of Kokomo, and Shannon Bolinger-Bennett of Palm Bay, Fla.; six grandchildren, Nathaneal (Stephanie) Bolinger of Muncie, Caleb (Jasmine) Bolinger of Wabash, Elaine (Preston) Murrell of Charlotte, N.C., Marissa Bolinger of Kokomo, Casey (Greg) Bennett-Waits of Camp Lejeune, N.C., and Alexis Bennett of Palm Bay; two greatgranddaughters, Adelaide Bolinger of Muncie, and Violet Bolinger of Wabash; sister, Lana (Jerry) Long of Wabash, and two brothers Thomas (Ginny) Ball and Ernest (Barb) Ball, both of Amboy. She was also preceded in death by her parents, brother, Jim Ball, and step-brothers, Dick and Don Ball. Memorial services will be 4 p.m., Friday, May 6, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave, Wabash, with David Phillips officiating. Preferred memorial is St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. The memorial guest book for Madeline may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Nan Louise Gemmer, 85, Liberty Mills, passed away April 25, 2022, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. The daughter of William G. and Marjorie P. (Mickel) Burwick, Nan was born on Sept. 18, 1936, in Marion. In 1954 Nan graduated from Peru High School. After a few years, she went on to graduate from Indiana Business College in Fort Wayne. She then worked as a legal secretary, taking notes in shorthand during court hearings. On Nov. 2, 1958, Nan married Lamoine Gemmer. During their 63 years of marriage, Nan worked as a secretary at North Manchester United Methodist Church for over 29 years. During her time there, she was able to use her creative talents and make posters and other crafts for the preschool program. An extremely gifted woman, Nan loved making quilts. For many years she attended quilting shows and arts and crafts festivals. When Fun Fest first started, she helped with the arts and crafts portions of the event. Nan also enjoyed bowling, traveling on cruises, gardening, and eating at various restaurants. Nan was a very fair and fun mother. She was involved in her children’s lives and was a Cubs Scout leader and Den Mother. When her children were younger, she put her seamstress skills to use by helping make her children’s clothing. When her grandchildren arrived, she spoiled them and loved each one immensely. The loving memory of Nan Louise Gemmer will be forever cherished by her husband, Lamoine Gemmer, Liberty Mills; sons, Eric (Lisa) Gemmer, Fort Wayne and Andy (Cassie) Gemmer, Decatur; daughter, Cara (David) Penrod, North Manchester; grandchildren, Tyler Penrod, Lindsey Kraick, Tad Penrod, Jonathen Hicks, Claire Gemmer, and Taylor Johnson; and nine great-grandchildren. Nan was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Delmer Burwick; sister, Lois Martin; and one great-grandchild, Clay Harrison Penrod. Services for Nan Louise Gemmer will be private, and burial will be at Fairview Cemetery at a later date. For those who wish to honor the memory of Nan Gemmer, memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice. The family of Nan Louise Gemmer has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements. Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com.
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Barbara Ann White, 93
Margaret Webb, 80
Enjoyed adventure
Enjoyed crossword puzzles
March 6, 1929 – April 26, 2022 Barbara Ann White, 93, of North Webster, died at 2:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 26, 2022, in North Manchester. She was born on March 6, 1929, in North Manchester, to Bruce and E. Pauline (Alter) Kramer. Barbara was a 1947 graduate of Chester High School and attended Manchester College. She married Timothy P.G. White on Nov. 22, 1965. Growing up in North Manchester, she drove deliveries for her father’s dry cleaning business and later took an office position at Warner Brooder. Barbara worked for many years in the accounting and customer service operations at the Honeywell Foundation and Kroger Egg, both in Wabash. After moving to Lake Webster, she eventually retired from Uniroyal in Mishawaka, where she oversaw the customer service operations. Barbara loved her family and home, and was at her best when planning gettogethers for friends and family. She worked with integrity and loyalty in all she did - teaching those same traits to her children. Independence and strength were also goals she set for her family. Whether it was driving a delivery truck for her father’s dry cleaning business at age 14, learning to fly an airplane in her teens, or water skiing on Lake Webster into her 50s, she always loved an adventure. A penchant for travel took her to almost all the 50 states and Europe. There were many family trips in a Country Squire station wagon packed with 5 kids and a cooler in the back. Barbara Ann was loved dearly and will be missed for so many reasons, memories made from scratch noodles and pie crusts, skills her children never mastered, thousands of homemade cookies and for the beautiful flowerbeds that she nurtured wherever she lived. She is survived by her husband, Timothy P.G. White of North Webster; five children, Paula Rager of Roann, Susan (Greg) Moore of Lagro, David (Susan) Rager of Cincinnati, Ohio, M.A. (Jeff) Hire and Laura Rager, both of North Manchester; four grandchildren, Theresa Rager of Ann Arbor, Mich., Madison Hire of Cape Girardeau, Mo., Sam Martindale and Joe Martindale, both of North Manchester; sister, Phyllis Werking of North Manchester; and inlaws, Tom and Pat White of Roann, and Shirley White of Warsaw. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her son-in-law, Kenton Martindale. Funeral services will be 5 p.m., Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Bender Chapel, 207 W. Main St., North Manchester, with Pastor J.P. Freeman officiating. Friends may call 3-5 p.m. Tuesday, prior to the service, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Heartland Hospice. The memorial guest book for Barbara may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Feb. 4, 1942 – April 29, 2022
Perry “Gene” Stewart, 102 Worked as farmer Feb. 27, 1920 – April 27, 2022 Perry Eugene “Gene” Stewart, 102, of rural Wabash, died Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at his daughter’s home in Arvada, Colo. He was born on February 27, 1920, in Kokomo, to Oliver Perry and Sylinda Mae (Barker) Stewart. Gene was a 1938 graduate of Somerset High School. He married Geneva Ramer in Amboy, on May 2, 1942; she died on Nov. 12, 1983. He married Eleanor (Peggy) Frank in Somerset on Jan. 17, 1987; she died on May 16, 2017. Gene had many memories of growing up during the Depression: farming with horses; shucking corn by hand and taking it in the Model-T with his Dad to Stockdale Mill to have it ground into feed; living on homemade bread and potato soup with rivels. He farmed from the age of 19; worked 23 winters at General Tire; drove 20 years for Yellow Freight. He spent 33 of his 39 years of retirement wintering in Florida or Texas. Throughout his life he always prioritized an August vacation with family, traveling to National Parks throughout the West. He was a member of the Somerset Woodlawn United Methodist Church. He is survived by two daughters, Jeanette Ballentine of Arvada, Colo., and Susan Floor of Roann; daughter-in-law Bonnie (Larry) Stewart; three grandchildren, Jessica (Patrick) Gallo, Paul Eugene (Lorena) Stewart, and Anne (Samuel) Soliman, all of Colorado; five great-grandchildren, Alexandra Gallo of Roann, Nicholas Gallo, Andree Salazar-Velazquez, Lorena Stewart, Geneva Stewart, and Matthew Soliman, all of Colorado. He is also survived by Peggy’s children, William “Wes” (Linda) Frank of Amboy, Timothy (Karen) Frank of Monticello, Sue (Jack Hertz) Frank of Albuquerque, N.M., and Dr. Dawn (David Schneider) Frank of Delphiand her grandsons, Adam and Anthony. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Larry Eugene, both sons-in-law, and six sisters. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m., Thursday, May 5, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Ted Batson officiating. Burial will be in Peoria Cemetery, Peoria. Friends may call noon-3 pm Thursday, at the funeral home. Preferred memorial is Woodlawn United Methodist Church. The memorial guest book for Gene may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
Margaret Sue Webb, 80, of Wabash, went to be with her Lord at 11:57 p.m., Friday, April 29, 2022, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. She was born on Feb. 4, 1942, in East Point, Ky., to Lawrence and Susie (Vanderpool) Webb. Sue married Estill Webb in Kentucky on May 26, 1962. She worked as a CNA at Wabash Healthcare retiring in 1999. Sue loved attending church. She attended Christian Heritage Church and currently attended Freedom Life Church in Wabash. Sue enjoyed gardening, canning, sewing, watching game shows, working crossword puzzles, spending time with her family, and especially loved her grandbabies. She cherished her family. She is survived by her husband Estill Webb of Wabash; two daughters, Connie (Tim) Beckner of Wabash, and Teresa (Kenneth) Brown of Dandridge, Tenn., six grandchildren, Kayla (Matt) Wilson of Wabash, Mike (Chelsey) Beckner of Logansport, Christopher Sluss of Wabash, Alex Brown of Texas, Mariah Vanpelt of Muncie, and Travis Sluss of Ossian; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Amy (Dave) Weller of Laketon, and her brother, Reuben Webb of New Lexington, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Kathy Lynn Sluss, and three sisters, Ruth Ferguson, LeeOra Webb, and Sarah Edith. Funeral services were Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at Freedom Life Church, 480 Washington St., Wabash, with Pastor Tim Morrisett officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Visitation was Monday, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave. Wabash. Preferred memorial is Freedom Life Building Fund. The memorial guest book for Sue may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.
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James Stephens, 65 Retired from Paperworks Feb. 13, 1957 – April 24, 2022 James Ray Stephens, 65, of rural Wabash, died at 2:49 pm, Sunday, April 24, 2022, at his home. He was born on Feb. 13, 1957, in Wabash, to Roy Stephens and Floy (Orr) Hodson. James was a 1975 graduate of Wabash High School. He married L. Christine Hensley on Jan. 21, 2011; she died Sept. 14, 2018. James worked and retired from Paperworks in Wabash, for 45 years, retiring in 2021. He was a member of the American Legion Post 15, V.F.W. Post 286, and an active member of the Eagles Lodge, all of Wabash. James enjoyed traveling, riding his motorcycle, fishing, hunting, canoeing, mushroom hunting, and especially spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by two children, Jeremy (Heather Chenault) Stephens of North Manchester, and Ryan Stephens of Wabash; their mother, JoAnn Stephens of Wabash; two step-children, William (Lisa) Dials of Brownsburg, and June Shepherd of Wabash; mother, Floy Hodson of Avon; four grandchildren, Turner Stephens, Stella Stephens, Mosby Stephens, all of North Manchester, and Kai Stephens of LaFontaine; seven step-grandchildren, Henry Dials, Abby Dials, Zoey Beale, Samantha Cox, Jacob Corn, Garrett Kennedy, and Alexis Stefanatos; two sisters, Brenda (Dave) Jackson of Urbana, and Theresa (Joel) Dossen of Huntington; brother-in-law, John Ryder of Avon, and special friend Barb Miller of Wabash. He was also preceded in death by his father, step-daughter, Kim Stefanatos, and sister, Cherilyn Ryder. Visitation and memorial services were Friday, April 29, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with John Ryder speaking. Preferred memorials are Muscular Dystrophy Association or Ronald McDonald House. The memorial guest book for James may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
David Bates, 82 Retired from Star Financial June 4, 1939 – April 27, 2022 David L. Bates, 82, of Marion, passed away at 10:37 a.m. on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at his home. He was born in Fort Wayne, on June 4, 1939, to Joseph and Myrtle (Stiner) Bates. David was a graduate of 1957 graduate of Churubusco High School. He attended the Wisconsin School of Banking. He married Carol Dissinger on Feb. 26, 1961. She survives. He retired from Star Financial Bank after 40 years. He was a member of the LaFontaine United Methodist Church and the Marion Lions Club. He was a Trustee for the Board for Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. David is survived by his wife, five sons, Brent (Patty) Bates of Yorktown, Va., Chris (Rae) Bates of Denver, Darren (Kay) Bates of Muncie, Eric (Eugenia) Bates of Snohomish, Wash., Neal (Sara) Bates of Marion; two daughters, April (Jay) Striegle of Indianapolis and Angel (David) Fisher of Ashburn, Va.; two sisters, Stevia Webster and Marcle Maxwell both of Fort Wayne; and four grandchildren. He is proceeded in death by his parents. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at LaFontaine United Methodist Church 2 W. Kendall St., LaFontaine, with Pastor Susan Shambaugh officiating. Visitation will be 2 hours prior to the service from 9-11 a.m. at the church. Preferred memorials are directed to the LaFontaine United Methodist Church or the Marion Lions Club in care of McDonald Funeral Homes. McDonald Funeral Homes, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 South Main Street, LaFontaine, have been trusted with David Bates’ final arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com
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North Manchester Public Safety Reports Accident April 28 6:52 p.m. — A vehicle owned by Megihann Leininger, Mentone was struck by a vehicle that left the scene in the 400 block of SR 13N. Incidents April 25 5:36 p.m. — A theft report was taken at State Road 13 and Hillcrest Drive. April 26 8:15 a.m. — A theft report was taken in the 200 block of North Walnut Street. Arrests April 22 No time provided — Walker E. Strevy, 47, North Manchester was arrested for operating while intoxicated. April 25 2:21 p.m. — Chantz A. Thompson, 25, Kendallville and Emily A. Lepper, 25, Cromwell, were both arrested for domestic battery. April 28 11:28 a.m. — Riley Leona-Lynn Borton, 20, North Manchester was arrested for operating while never licensed and possession of marijuana. Citations April 23 11:14 a.m. — Kaitlyn A. Johnson, 26, Muncie was cited for false and fictitious vehicle registration. 7 p.m. — Thomas J. Fuller, 18, North Manchester was cited for speeding. April 24 2:07 a.m. — Tiranda M. Stevens, 25, Pierceton was cited for false and fictitious vehicle registration. April 28 7:37 p.m. — Kimmerly M. England, 32, Laketon was cited for driving while suspended. Fire Runs Units from North Manchester, Chester and
Pleasant Township fire departments responded: April 22 9:58 p.m. — to the 600 block of East College Avenue for an alarm. April 23 8:46 a.m. — to the 600 block of East College Avenue for an alarm. April 29 9:40 a.m. — to the 600 block of East College Avenue for an alarm. Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Accidents April 21 3:08 p.m. — Vehicle driven by Aubrie L. Britt, 33, Wabash and Joshua T. Beachler, 18, Wabash collided at the intersection of SR 15 and CR 600 S. Damage up to $5,000. April 22 12:59 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Peggy S. Keirn, 58, Marion struck a deer on SR 13, Somerset. Damage less than $1,001. April 23 9:05 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Olivia N. Taylor, 24, LaFontaine struck a deer on SR 16, North Manchester. Damage up to $10,000. April 25 6:26 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Robert A. Kumler, 49, LaFontaine struck a deer on SR 124, east of CR 700 E, Lagro. Damage up to $10,000. April 26 9:07 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Katherine M. Wilson, 58, Peru struck a deer on CR 775 W, north of SR 124, Pioneer. Damage up to $10,000. Arrests April 22 — Michael E. Morier, 33, Roann was arrested on a petition to revoke probation for failing to register as a sex offender. April 22 — Alexis R. Cone, 21, Wabash was arrested for a drug court violation. April 22 — Randy D. Boring, 31, Warren was arrested for theft.
April 22 — Walker E. Strevy, 47, North Manchester was arrested operating a vehicle with an ACE of .15 or more. April 23 — Morris Patrick, 58, Sidney was arrested on petitions to revoke probation for domestic battery and invasion of privacy and for two counts of invasion of privacy with a prior. April 24 — Linda Sue Penix, 52, Wabash was arrested failure to appear. April 24 — Sterling S. Gibson, 54, Wabash was arrested for resisting law enforcement. April 24 — Tyler J. M. Riley, 22, Warsaw was arrested failure to appear. April 25 — Quentin J. Zeigler, 42, Marion was arrested for operating with a BAC of .08 or more and for operating with an ACE of .15 or more. April 25 — Rhiannon G. Randall, 42, Poneto, was arrested for failure to appear, possession of methamphetamine, unlawful possession of a syringe and possession of marijuana. April 25 — Madison K. Gatchel, 22, Huntington was arrested on a petition to revoke probation for possession of paraphernalia. April 25 — Donald P. Sunkin, 72, North Manchester was arrested for violation of petition to revoke pre-trial release — possession of methamphetamine. April 25 — Robert M. Gahl, 46, Wabash was arrested on a petition to revoke bond for auto theft. April 25 — Emily Ann Lepper, 25, North Manchester was arrested for domestic battery in the presence of a child younger than 16 years. April 25 — Chantz A. Thompson, 25, North Manchester was arrested for domestic battery in the presence of a child Continued on Page 11.
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younger than 16 years. April 25 — Jerry F. Martin, 68, North Manchester was arrested on two petitions to revoke probation — possession of methamphetamine and marijuana. April 25 — Kelcee Ann Marie Todden, 23, Marion was arrested for operating with a BAC of .08 or higher. April 27 — Adrian Rios, 32, Fort Wayne was arrested on three counts of failure to appear. April 28 — Austin C. Cooper, 23, Wabash was arrested for possession of methamphetamine. Wabash Police Department Accidents April 28 4:43 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Timothy D. Butts, 73, Wabash and Jason M. Updike, 35, Marion collided at the intersection of Cass and Main streets, Wabash. Damage up to $10,000. April 29 3:10 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Clifford L. Noland, Jr., 55, Wabash and Howard C. Strickler, 52, Wabash collided near the intersection of Sherman and Wabash streets, Wabash. Damage up to $2,500. April 30 3:19 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Carla C. Olinger, 61, Wabash and Armando A. Hernandez, 24, Wabash, collided
near the intersection of Spring and Indiana streets, Wabash. Damage up to $5,000. Arrests April 25 — Justan R. Brown, 37, Peru was arrested for operating while never licensed. April 25 — Anthony J. Moore, 28, Wabash was arrested for operating while intoxicated with a prior. April 26 — Evelyn M. Turner, 75, Wabash was arrested for theft. April 29 — Brandy J. Garrard, 37, Wabash was arrested for contempt. May 1 — Lisa M. Ford, 40, Peru was arrested for operating while intoxicated. May 1 — Derrick S. Winstead, 36, Andrews, was arrested for being an habitual traffic violator. May 1 — Eric B. Sewell, 50, Wabash was arrested for operating while intoxicated. Citations April 25 — Jayson C. Berry, 22, Wabash was cited for no financial responsibility. May 1 — Devlin M. Walker, 18, Wabash was cited for speeding. Land Transfers The following land transfers were reported by the Wabash County Recorder’s Office from April 18 to April 22, 2022: Keith L. Prosser, warranty deed to Braden See and Teagan See. Steininger Enterprises, LLC.,
warranty deed to Evan Haynes and Tara Haynes. Shannon Heinlen, warranty deed to Bobby Honeycutt. David A. Tester, warranty deed to Benjamin Carpenter and Jodie Jewell. Darin W. Hadley, warranty deed to Calvin Dean Knotts. Daniel Kitch, warranty deed to Mark A. Buckingham and Tammy M. Buckingham. Darrell E. Watson and Judy Watson, quit claim deed to Darrell E. Watson and Judy A. Watson. Kenneth E. Ballee, James A. Ballee and Sharon Irene Ballee, warranty deed to Mark A. Buckingham and Tammy M. Buckingham. Steven A. Smith, quit claim deed to Steven A. Smith and Jennifer L. Smith. Larry A. Hoffman and Cynthia D. Hoffman, quit claim deed to Larry A. Hoffman, Cynthia D. Hoffman and Hoffman Living Trust. Megan Nicole Bishir, warranty deed to Corey Garretson and Claire Garretson. Roland D. Drudge, Ginger A. Drudge and Roland D. Drudge and Ginger A. Drudge Joint Revocable Trust, Theodore L. Chapman and Trilyn S. Stevenson. Jason M. Fusek, warranty deed to Michael J.
Stevenson. Steven L. Summers, Allison M. Pfaffenbach and Allison M. Summers, quit claim deed to Steven L. Summers and Allison M. Summers. Mitchell D. Schutz and Margreta E. Schutz, warranty deed to Tommy J. Slack, Valynnda K. Slack and Brett T. Slack. Claudia K. Rosen and Lowell E. Rosen, quit claim deed to Rosen Farms, Inc. Sheriff of Wabash County, sheriff ’s deed to CIM REO 2021 NR2, LLC. Defendant: Patricia L. Wake. Sheriff of Wabash County, sheriff ’s deed to Dream Modern Homes, LLC. Defendants: Tammy L. Hurst, Tammy Hurst, Tammy L. Larson, Michael J. Larson, Pathfinder Services, Inc., United States of America, Rural Housing Service, United States Department of Agriculture, Bank of America, N.A., Jefferson Capital Systems, LLC. and C. Lavonne Lautzenheiser. Sheriff of Wabash County, sheriff ’s deed to Frank Goble. Defendant: Holly Rose. Sheriff of Wabash County, sheriff ’s deed to GAC, Inc. Defendants: Christine Watson, Jerry F. Johnson, Anthony W. Watson and Colleen J.
Taylor. Sheriff of Wabash County, sheriff ’s deed to U.S. Bank National Association and CIM TRUST 2018 R6. Defendants: Carl Smith and Carl R. Smith. Edward Z. Church, warranty deed to Holly Rudolph. Robert Bremer, quit claim deed to Bobby J. Alison. Teresa A. Heagy, Devon U. Heagy, Whitney Ann Heagy and Whitney Ann Eakright, quit claim deed to Whitney Ann Eakright. Patrick H. Ferguson and Sandra L. Ferguson, quit claim deed to Karen Van Steen. Karen Van Steen, quit claim deed to Melanie Turner. Patrick J. Ferguson, quit claim deed to Melanie Turner. Sandra L. Ferguson and Sandra Ferguson, quit claim deed to Melanie Turner. James P. Barton and Cheryl A. Barton, warranty deed to Randy W. Carr and Lily G. Carr. Alyssa Lambert and Alyssa Wells,
quit claim deed to Marcus P. Wells. Marriage Licenses The Wabash County Clerk’s Office issued the
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following marriage licenses from April 19, 2022 to April 26, 2022. Raven Jade Helsel and Michael Edward Harter
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ABBIE WAMPLER
KINDRA STETZEL
JADE MICHEL
ALYSSA MARVEL
RIDGE FIERSTOS
GABRIEL CASE
KAYLA HIPPENSTEEL
A half dozen Manchester High School seniors performed well enough to be named co-valedictorians for the Class of 2022, according to a MHS press release. Abbie Wampler, Kindra Stetzel, Jade Michel, Alyssa Marvel, Ridge Fierstos and Gabriel Case all finished with grade point averages of 4.0 throughout four years of high school. Senior Kayla Hippensteel was named salutatorian with a GPA of 3.99. Wampler earned academic excellence and highest honor roll honors for four years of high school. As a member of the National Honor Society, she served as the chapter secretary this year. She participated in Key Club and Spanish Club for all four years of high school. Wampler received perfect attendance and scholar athlete status recognition. Athletically, she participated in tennis for three years, where she was named most improved in 2020.
She also received TRC Academic all conference honors in 2021. After graduating from high school with an academic honors diploma, Wampler plans to attend a four-year college, majoring in political science. She is the daughter of Craig and Deanna Wampler. Her grandparents are Dave and Beth Wampler, Don and Connie Eades, and Karen Fawcett. Stetzel earned academic excellence and highest honor roll honors for four years of high school. She was a member of the student council from 2018 until 2020. She is also a two-year member of the National Honor Society and
is serving as president this year. She was recognized as Outstanding Spanish Student, an AP Scholar with honor, Rising Star of Indiana and College Board National Rural and Small Town Standout. She was also selected as a scholar athlete in soccer, softball and basketball. She was also a member of the Key Club this past year. For extracurricular activities, she was her team’s captain in soccer for four years and in softball for three years. She was also a member of the basketball and track and field teams for a year respectively. During her athletic
career Stetzel was recognized for the Squire Award and Rotary Mental Attitude award. The TRC conference awarded her all conference in both soccer and softball. After graduating with honors, she plans to study environmental science at Valparaiso University and then pursue masters and doctoral degrees in further specialized fields. Eventually, she intends to explore the world and work for the National Park Service. She is the daughter of Matt and Stacy Stetzel. Her
grandparents are Doug and Cherie Burgess, Ian and Stephanie MacFarlane, and Galen and Connie Stetzel. Michel earned academic excellence and highest honor roll during all four years of high school. She is a member of the National Honor Society and was the student council class president for her freshman, sophomore and junior years. She is currently serving as the student body president as a senior. She has been involved in Key Club, Spanish Club
and Art Club all four years of high school and participated in Science Olympiad all four years, receiving multiple state Science Olympiad medals. She also received recognition as a National AP Scholar with honors and is a member of two different college board recognition programs. She has participated in four years of varsity cheerleading, where she served twice as team captain, earned four-year scholar athlete recognition as well as All-American Athlete honors. She
also found time to participate as a PAC crew member, in speech and debate, and Icarian Plunge. Michel is active in fine arts, receiving three scholastic Gold Keys, four Scholastic Silver Keys and three Scholastic Honor Mentions. She had multiple winnings in art shows, including oneywell, Huntington University and Scholastic. She was successful in 4-H, receiving Grand Champion at three different State Fair Shows and multiple State 4-H awards.
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Manchester honors After graduating from high school with an academic honors diploma, Michel plans to attend Harvard University to pursue a degree in economics, with the hope to one day work in socio-economic and cultural analytics. She is the daughter of Barb Michel. Marvel earned academic excellence and highest honor roll all four years of high school. She is a recognized member of National Honor Society and served as treasurer. She has been involved with band and choir all throughout high school and participated in marching band and concert band for four and six years respectively. She has also been a member of the pep band for six years. During her years of participation in band Alyssa has achieved honors at district and state solo and ensemble contests, was selected as drum major of the marching band, and received recognition as a member of the Wabash County Honor Band for four years. Marvel is active in choir and concert choir and has awards at the district and state solo and ensemble contests. She has achieved honors in All-State Choir and County Honor Choir for three years. She has been a member of the student council for all four years of high school and participated in the German exchange
program as a sophomore. In athletics, she was a four-year member of the tennis team, serving as the team captain and played volleyball as a freshman. She participated in Science Olympiad since grade school and served as a student Science Olympiad coach. She has participated in many musicals and drama productions since 2016. After graduating from high school Marvel will attend Huntington University to study nursing. Then she plans to attend a university to obtain her master’s degree in nursing to work as a family, pediatric, or emergency nurse practitioner. She is the daughter of Linda and Stan Miller and Paul Marvel. Fierstos earned academic excellence and highest honor roll all four years of high school. He participated in soccer and basketball all four years and is a member of the National Honor Society during both his junior and senior years. He has been active in JAG and has been an academic all-conference selection in both basketball and soccer. Fierstos also spent time during the spring coaching soccer. He was one of the key contributors to helping start a disc golf course on the Manchester Jr-Sr High School campus. He finished second in the regional JAG competition in creative solutions and was a founding member
of the Trailblazers Diversity Advisory Council. After graduating with academic honors, Fierstos will attend Purdue University to study finance and hopes to one day become a financial advisor. He is the son of Mandy Fierstos and Josh Fierstos. His grandparents are Dorne Goodrich, Charles Goodrich, Penny Fierstos and Dan Fierstos. Case earned academic excellence and highest honor roll all four years of high school. He has been recognized as the 2021-22 DAR Wabash County Good Citizen Award recipient. He received the track and field Squire Award this past year, and has been recognized as an AP Scholar with honor. He is a member of the National Honor Society and served as the vice president this year. He also was a member of student council during the 2018-19 school year. In extra-curricular activities, Case performed in the spring musical, “Once Upon a Mattress.” He also participated in Junior Achievement MIS Instruction in 2022 and served on the NxtGen Leadership committee in 201920. He was instrumental in the NASA Techrise selection to send a student derived experiment into space in 2023. He has also found time to serve on the Icarian Plunge selection committee the last two years and served
Bickford to host program for veterans The Wabash County Veteran’s Service Office will be providing a briefing for the Veterans and Surviving Spouses of Bickford Senior Living Center May 10 at 2 p.m. This briefing will include informa-
tion on Healthcare, Pension, and Nursing Home Care. You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions that you may have and schedule an individual appointment if needed. Family members are
encouraged to attend and we will provide handouts with the information presented. The Wabash County Veterans Office strives to assist veterans and spouses in receiving all of the benefits earned.
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...continued from Page 13 the community by being a part of the Wabash River Defenders in 2020. In athletics, Gabriel played basketball for three years from 20182021 and was a member of the track and field team for the last two seasons. He was crowned the Wabash County high jump champion in 2021, indoor track and field state qualifier in high jump in 2022, regional qualifier in high jump in 2021 and continues to compete this spring. In 2018-19, he was awarded the Most Improved JV basketball player. He was awarded the Squire Award in Unified Flag Football in 2021-22. After graduating with an academic honors diploma, Case plans to attend Purdue University to study mechanical, chemical, or computer engineering, and pursue a career in the engineering sector. Additionally, he plans on being an active member of his community, raising a family, and leaving the world a better place than when he entered. He is the son of Judd and Joanne Case. His grandpar-
ents are Bern and Michelle Case and Aage and Verna Larsen. Hippensteel earned academic excellence and highest honor roll all four years of high school. She has been recognized as a member of the National Honor Society the last two years. Her individual awards include the Squire Award as a junior and senior in golf and academic allconference as a junior and senior in golf and tennis. She was honored as a member of the Wabash County Honor Band twice. As a 10-year member in 4-H, she has completed more than 100 projects and has taken part in the Wabash County Queen’s Pageant. Kayla has been involved with
volunteering as a member of her youth group at Manchester Church of the Brethren. She also helped with multiple community service projects, including traveling to New Mexico to spend a week helping those in need on a Navajo reservation. Her clubs, extracurricular activities and athletic involvement include four years of tennis and three years of golf. She participated in four years of Science Olympiad, band and theater as well as three years in choir. Hippensteel also was a fouryear member of student council, two years in speech/debate club, Key Club and Spanish Club. In other extracurricu-
lar activities, she participated in four years of pep band and a year of marching band. She traveled to Germany as a member of the German Exchange Program her freshman year. After graduating from high school with an academic honors diploma, She will attend Michigan State University to major in environmental studies and minor in Biology. After college, she will pursue a career working for a major organization or government agency focusing on sustainable energy sources and green energy as a whole. She is the daughter of Seth and Elizabeth Hippensteel.
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Work begins: Work has started at the future site of Hello Nature and Plus5 Global facilities at the former site of the Wabash County Farm. The industries, announced in early March, will be located just to the north of the new Wabash County Jail. The total investment in the two projects comes to $58 million. Hello Nature is a global leader in organic fertilizers, biostimulants and microbials. Plus5 Global is an upcycling company that seeks to minimize a carbon emission footprint by creating substitutes for traditional carbon and petroleum material. Photo by Phil Smith
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Group honors MU prof The Mathematical Association of America Indiana Section has recognized Manchester University Professor Andrew Rich with its 2022 Distinguished Teaching Award. The award recognizes the accomplishments and contributions of section members who are extraordinary teachers in the mathematical sciences and whose teaching effectiveness has been shown to have had influence beyond their own institutions. This award was granted in Rich’s final semester of teaching after 30 years at MU..
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Dragons & Mystical Beasts will be at the Honeywell Cener on Feb. 2, 2023. Photo provided – Thursday, Sept. 1, 7:30 p.m., Eagles Theatre Re-live your best years with the world’s #1 boy band tribute show! The Boy Band Review captures the hearts of fans as they transport the audience back
in time to the days of frosted tips and hunky front men professing their undying love. Don’t miss this incredible throwback experience as you relive your best years with a full band, choreography and harmonies. Most
seats $25, $35. Limited premium seating $55. Todd Oliver and Irving The Talking Dog – Tuesday, October 11, 2 & 7 p.m., Eagles Theatre Comedian and ventriloquist Todd Oliver will take the
Visit Wabash County officials announce the release of a new trolley tour highlighting several historic homes in Roann. Tickets for the Roann Historic Homes Trolley Tour went on sale on May 3 at noon. The tour will take place on Saturday, June 4, from 9 a.m. – noon. The tour includes coffee from Modoc’s Market, wine from Heagy Winery located in Roann, and a charcuterie spread by Bailey’s Pizza Parlor. Tour is limited to 34 people, cost per ticket is $30 and can be purchased online at visitwabashcounty.com or in person at the Welcome Center, 221 S Miami Street, downtown Wabash. The tour is spon-
sored by Terrell Realty Group. “The town of Roann is going through a renaissance,” said Jennifer LongDillon tourism manager for Visit Wabash County. “Touring these three unique locations is a rare opportunity for people and will give them the chance to ask questions about the history and restoration process.” Spend the morning touring, eating, and learning, while meeting the people behind the extensive renovation of three properties. Locatio ns to be featured on the tour are the Halderman-Van Buskirk Farmstead, Dear John Acres, and the Thomas J. Lewis House. The Halderman – Van
Buskirk Farmstead and the Lewis House are both listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Dear John Acres is an iconic renovated barn that now services as a special event venue. “Wabash County’s rural communities have a story to tell,” said Long-Dillon. “The team at Visit Wabash County is dedicated to telling those stories and creating memorable ways for people to experience them. We are lucky to have partners like Terrell Realty Group who sponsor tours like this and help make them possible.” Trolley No. 85 tour programs are supported by the City of Wabash, J.M. Reynolds Oil Company, and other local part-
ners. For more information about the Roann Historic Homes Trolley Tour or for the full 2022 Trolley Tour lineup, go to VisitWabashCou nty.com/trolleytours.
riences into knockout comedy. This family-friendly show also features a cast of characters including Pops, a crazy confused old timer; Miss Lilly, his lifelong love; and Joey, the lovable bad boy. This clean comedy show will leave you howling for more! All seats $20. Dragons & Mythical Beasts – Thursday, February 2, 6:30 p.m., Honeywell Center Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical new show for the whole family! From the creators of Dinosaur World Live, this interactive show brings you face to face
with the most magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts ever to walk the earth. Discover the colossal Stone Troll, the mysterious Indrik and Japanese Baku, the Tooth Fairy (not as sweet as you’d think), an adorable Unicorn, and a majestic Griffin. You’ll spend an evening among legendary heroes… just don’t wake the Dragon! Most Seats $15, $25. Limited premium seating $35. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 6 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased by calling 260-563-1102 or online at www.honeywella rts.org.
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Honeywell Arts & Entertainment adds two more performances to the busy Honeywell Center schedule for 2022. Thunderstruck: America’s AC/DC Tribute, Thursday, July 28, 7:30 p.m., Eagles Theatre Thunderstruck expertly recreates the AC/DC live concert experience just the way fans remember it. Each member obsesses over the tones and structures of each song, the energy of each performance, as well as every piece of gear, to bring the power and entertainment of a genuine AC/DC show back to the stage. Most seats $25. Limited premium seating $45. Boy Band Review
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Pool fill forms are available Town of LaFontaine pool fill forms are available at Town Hall. A pool fill form must be filled out before the pool is filled. Call the town hall when you fill the pool with the date it was filled. An adjustment of the wastewater will be done the next month. This is a once-a-year credit. It is the pool owner’s responsibility to fill out the form and call with the pool fill date. Forms will not be filled out by the clerks. LAFONTAINE SCHOOL ALUMNI and any students who attended. Looking forward to seeing graduates and formal students who attended on Saturday May 7. Starts with social hour at 4:30 p.m. followed by a meal at 5:30 p.m. in the LaFontaine Community Building. We will be recognizing the Classes of 1940, 1941, 1942, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1960, 1961, and 1962. It looks like the History Book of LaFontaine will not be available until the end of May.
They will be taken orders for the book at the Parker House around noon. LAFONTAINE/ LIBERTY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT is looking for candidates who are eager to give back and make a difference. Do you want an opportunity to get more involved in your community? Contact the LaFontaine Fire Department at (765)-981-4000 and leave a message or ask any firefighter for info. Thank you. LAFONTAINE LIONS on Saturday May 21 from 4-7 p.m. will be having a Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich meal. Keep watching this column for more update on this. LAFONTAINE
TOWN RUMMAGE SALE will be coming again on July 15 and 16. A BIG THANK YOU to Samantha Harden to oversee this again this year. Face book her to get on the list. Be sure and mark your calendars and start getting ready to sale them items you no longer need, so someone who might need them can get them at a good price. I will have the list in this column when the date is here. LAFONTAINE
Lori Brane shows off her award. RESIDENT Lori Brane has been named the IWU Field Instructor of the Year! Congratulations! TOWN OF LAFONTAINE Utility Dept has an opening for a Utility Assistant. This is a full-time position with benefits. Must be 18.
Please stop in the Town Hall M-F 8-4 to see job details and fill out an application. TROYER MEMORIAL LIBRARY We have our Mother’s Day Painted Flower Pots Craft coming up on May 3rd at 5:30 pm. The cost is $3/person. We will have terracotta pots for the patrons to paint and then they can plant zinnia or marigold seeds. It’s a great gift for your mother this holiday. Sign up at the Library, message us on FB, or call to reserve your spot! Our 50 Year Anniversary Open House is coming up on June 4th, 11-1. We will have a book sale, our Summer Reading Program kickoff, history displays, and food and activities. Be sure to stop by and support Chester Troyer’s gift to the community! As well, we have our 50 Year Commemorative Mugs for sale, $13 for 1, $25 for 2. VETERANS will meet for coffee and snack on Friday May 13 at 9 a.m. in the Lion Room at the LaFontaine
DAR chapter to meet on May 10 The Wabash County Frances Slocum Chapter, INDAR will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at the Grandstaff-Hentgen Activity Room, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. The program will
Group to meet The Orlando A. Somers Camp No.1, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, will meet at noon May 21 at the South Branch of the Howard County Public Library, 1755 E. Center Road, Kokomo. The event is open to those interested in the U.S. Civil War.
be “The Story of Ona Judge; Never Caught.” It is about George and Martha Washington’s courageous slave who dared to run away. 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.
Community Building. Diana Health has volunteered to furnish the snack at Veterans Coffee and Snack on Friday May 13. VETERANS FAMILY AND FRIENDS Remember to order a brick for your veteran. This is a very nice gift for any holiday. The cost is $75 and it is an 8-inch brick. Just call Jerry Wilson at 765-9814928 to order one and to give him the information for the brick. The veteran does not have to live in this area or be from this area. If you have a veteran you would like to honor and know the years he or she served, please honor them with a brick. SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Happy Administrative Professionals Day, Ashley Unger & Kim Weaver! Perhaps we’re just a little biased, but we’re pretty sure Southwood Elementary has the
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Southwood Elementary School administrative professionals Ashley Unger and Kim Weaver. two best secretaries in the business. We appreciate the different “hats” they wear and all of the multi-tasking they manage to keep things operating smoothly. OUR CONDOLENCE TO our fellow Lion Dave Bates family and friends of the Marion Lions Club. He has been a Lion who stood and did what Lions Motto is “We Serve.” The community lost a great community server. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Cathy Mills Preston, Greg Bowman, Connie Knable May 7, Ann Batson, Linda Kuester, Rynlee Rebholz May 9,
Melissa Perlich, Brayden Smith, Anne ridgeway May 9, Stacy Curless, Mark Cox May 10, Keshia Curless. Clark Wendt May 11, Amelia Rae Long, Riley Baldwin, Marlin Pattee, Tyler Miller May 12, Tammy Ellet, Charles Kelley, May 13 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Mike and Shellie Sarll May 7, Curt and Kathy Hullinger May 13 SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.co m or 2258E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN 46940
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BALL SEASON is here! The following games start this week: May 4 – Roann Bullfrogs (Tball) at Lagro Cardinals, 5:30pm; May 7 – Roann Tigers (T-ball) at YMCA Royals, 11:00 am; May 11 – Roann Bullfrogs (T-ball) play at YMCA Royals, 5:30pm. ROANN METRO League Opening Night at Roann Indiana Fields is Saturday, May 14, 2022. Major league game starts at 7 p.m. Roann White Sox vs. Roann Indians. Hotdog Dinner Fundraiser, $5 includes hotdog, chips and a drink. The flag will be raised and each Roann Metro League team will be announced on the field. There will be games and a raffle for the season in order to raise funds for a batting cage! Please come help us meet our goal
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Roann baseball season gets underway Ann Meyer 765-833-2614 meyerann@ centurylink.net
for these children! Game Schedule: May 16 – Roann Bullfrogs (T-ball) at Roann Tigers, 5:30 p.m.; May 17 – LaFontaine Reds (Coaches Pitch) at Roann Angels, 5:30 p.m.; May 17 – Roann Cubs (Major League) at Roann Indians, 7 p.m. FESTIVAL CREW: Please mark your calendar for the next festival meeting. It will be on Monday, May 9th at 7 p.m. at the Roann Town Hall. FINAL PLANS have been made for Roann School
Alumni Banquet on May 13, 2022. It will be held at Walk by Faith Church, 515 South Chippewa St., Roann. Open to anyone who attended Roann, whether high school, junior high, or elementary. Doors will open at 5:00pm and dinner will be served at 6:30pm. Cost per person will be $20. Phone your reservations to the following people: Ray Meyer, President, 574-4530394; Roger Meyer, Vice President, 260571-1925; Von Krom, Secretary and Treasurer, 765-4803125. Arrangements have been made for the alumni to tour the Stockdale Mill starting at 4:00pm for those who would like to. There is no charge but donations are accepted. SALON 135 is reopening on May 3. Caleigh West will
be taking appointments on Mondays 9-11:30 a.m., Tuesday all day, Wednesday closed, Thursday all day, Friday 9-11:30 a.m. She will be working every first and third Saturday of each month. Call Caleigh at 260-3309966 to set up your appointments. LIONS CLUB 2022-2023 Calendars: Changes need to be turned in for the Roann Lions Club Community Calendar. To have your birthday and/or anniversary on the calendar, we ask that you buy a calendar since we pay for each name printed. As with everything else, the cost has gone up quite a bit so we will be raising the prices of our calendar this year. However, we hope you will still choose to support your local Roann
Lions Club by buying a calendar. PASTOR WAYNE Balmer of The Roann United Methodist Church sermon for May 8th will be from 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 titled “Glimpsing God’s Glory”. This will be Noisy Bucket Sunday. You are invited to worship in person or on Facebook at 9:00am. RABER’S KOUNTRY Kitchen will be having a Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday, May 7, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. or when the food is gone. The location is on State Road 19 north of Gilead. The meal will be grilled pork chop sandwich, choice of potato salad or macaroni salad, and water. This is carry-out only. Roann Lions Club will be serving the meal. It will be a freewill donation
for the meal, to the Roann Lions Club. No credit cards, cash only. ROANN COMMUNITY Heritage is having their public meeting on May 12th at 6:30 p.m. in the Roann Town Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend. UPCOMING DATES: May 5 – Roann Lions Club, Town Hall, 7pm; May 9 – Festival Meeting, Town Hall, 7pm; May 12 – RCH Public Meeting, Town Hall, 6:30pm; May 13 – Roann School Alumni Banquet; May 21 – Festival Fundraiser, Richvalley Tenderloin Meal. PLEASE CONTINUE praying for Kaylean Zintsmaster, Coy Eads, Rhonda Van Buskirk, Ken Musselman, Rob Mace, Jim Huffman, Larry Meyer, Karla Stouffer, Nolan
Vigar and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy. God bless you all! CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES: May 4 – Mr. & Mrs. Clayton Chamberlain; May 6 – Mr. & Mrs. David Doud; May 9 – Mr. & Mrs. Larry Rensberger. CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS: May 4 – Carston Chamberlain; May 6 – Janet Shoue; May 7 – Pamela Ford, Alan Stouffer, and Sarah Roe; May 8 – Linda Ahlfeld; May 9 – Brenden Draper and Melissa Stuber. I CAN BE reached by email at meyerann@centurylink.net or at the Roann United Methodist Church on Tuesday and Thursday, 10am1pm. Also, I am reachable by phone 765-833-2614. News deadline will be Wednesday at 10 a.m.
Mother’s Day: I want to wish all you moms out there a Happy Mother’s Day. This is always a very special day of the year for moms. Some people quote, we honor our mothers only one day a year. If you were to ask any mother just what makes May so special, I would be willing to bet that she would say: Mothers Day. Actually if you were to think about your mother and everything she has done for you, from the time you were born, up to the time for her to leave this world and everything in between. Your mother has never stopped giving you everything within her power to make sure you are clothed, fed, schooling, protected, clean behind the ears and a loving home. I’m sure
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Mother’s Day is a very special day Michael Snell 260-774-3665 pinkynova71@ hotmail.com
everyone at one time or other has had a few hard times understanding why mom does what she does. You must understand that she has been through similar and wants to protect you the best way she knows how. My mother died several years ago. I feel I had a great childhood thanks to my mother. I would not have traded her for anything. My mother in-law passed a few years after my mother’s passing. She was a fantastic
mother in-law. She helped my wife Bonita tremendously as any mother would do for her child. She was a very kind hearted woman and I know that she loved Bonita and I up and till her passing. Bonita and I will forever remember them both. Yes, mothers are one of God’s best creations on this earth and they should be honored every day of each year. Why you ask? Just think of everything your mother has done for you. So give thanks to God for creating this beautiful person and remember to thank your mother and to tell her you love her and to have a Happy Mother’s Day. The Outreach Committee of the Urbana Yoke Parish Church will be sponsoring a
blood drive on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 from 2 to 6:30 p.m. Covid rules still apply, you must have an appointment and no walk-ins. Please give if you are able as there is still a great need for this life saving gift. You can call 800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org and enter: urbanalion to make your appointment and or to find other locations for blood donations. If you can give, give often. School news: The Sharp Creek School Robotics Team will be traveling to Texas for the world Robotics competition on May 5, 2023. Hope they have a safe and fun trip and Lets keep them in our prayers. Urbana Yoke Parish Church Board meeting will be on Wednesday, May 11, at 6:30 p.m
in the Fellowship Hall. The Breakfast Bunch met at the Fried Egg on April 27, around 7:30 a.m. They try to meet every Wednesday and have breakfast together and talk about what is happening. Those attending were Larry and Nancy Meyer, Peggy Dilling, Steve Gilbert, Pat McNabney and Joyce Willcox. Tom Willcox would have been there with them however he was on the Honor Flight out of Ft Wayne to Washington D.C. When you get home Tom everyone would love to hear how it went. Condolences to Lynn Jo Knee’s and Mary Lou Kendall’s family and friends from the Urbana Community. Prayer concerns: Marilyn Karns and family,
Julie Miller, John Eltzroth, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Duane Wagner, Kim and Brian Frank, Nancy Christie, Larry Meyer, Ruth Summers, Paxton Wright, Jim and Pat Hartley, Coy Eads and his parents and sisters, Joni Fox, our Nation and the leaders, our military personnel, our frontline responders and health providers. If anyone would like to have their name added or removed from prayer concerns, please contact me. Birthday wishes: May 1 Nancy Miller, May 4 Carston Chamberlain, May 4 Nancy DeVore, May 5 Duane Wagner, May 6 Ron Baer, May6 Justin Brunett, May 8 Tenley Fitch, May 12 Mike Lauer.
Anniversary: May 4 Claton and Audrie Chamberlain. Finally, we have a neighbor on Hwy 13 that has a few chickens. I never gave it much thought but, my wife Bonita was sitting at the kitchen table just a little after 8 a.m. drinking a cup of coffee. She was sitting there looking out the kitchen bay window when she saw a huge red fox meandering down or street. I just walked into the kitchen to have my cup of Joe and she told me what I had missed. She said it had the largest fluffy tail she had ever seen on a wild fox. I told her it was probably checking out the chickens for its next meal. For real, this is something you just don’t see every day.
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National Day of Prayer to take place May 5 The theme for this year’s National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 5, is “Exalt the Lord Who Has Established Us,” based on Colossians 2:6-7. Join Pastor Susan at noon as she leads a group prayer on “Forgiveness.” The Noon Prayer Event will be 12:10 – 12:50 p.m. at the Wabash County Courthouse Lawn. The Evening Prayer Event will be at 6:30 p.m. at the Wabash City Park Big Pavilion. The guest speaker is State House Chaplain Matt Barnes. Bring your lawn chair and dress appropriately for the weather. The Town of Lagro hosted Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch, State
Representative Craig Snow, and Senator Andy Zay on Thursday, April 28. They were led on a tour by the Lagro Canal Foundation Board members Beth Gillespie, Justin Gillespie, Lavonne Sparling, Peggy Eads, Andy Eads, Jeremy Raymond, and Richard Wolfgang. They toured the hardware store and the IORM building, which are two of the buildings which received
Indiana OCRA (Office of Community and Rural Affairs) grants. They then visited the Lagro United Methodist Church which also received an OCRA grant to restore its stained glass windows. After the tours they enjoyed lunch at 950 Speakeasy. The Trolley Tour also was in town during the visit by the state representatives. 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. Pastor Mark Wisniewski’s sermon for May 8 is “Can I Be a Witness?” based on John 1. Everyone is invited for
Northfield was represented by this great group of students at the Grow Wabash County Honors Banquet on April 14. They joined students from around the county for lunch and Q and A from business leaders.
prayer and Bible study every Wednesday evening in May at 6:30 p.m. A Grief Support group meets at the Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St, Wabash, every Monday at 3:30 p.m. You are welcome to join them. If you have questions, contact Donna Wendt, 260-782-2160. The Lagro Community Church invites you to Sunday School from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. and worship service at 10:00 a.m. every Sunday. The speaker for May 8 is Dan Snyder. The Food Pantry at Lagro Community Church is open the third Saturday of every month from 9-10 a.m. in the basement. Please enter through the back door of the church. The Food Pantry is for Wabash County residents. For further information on donating food or for assistance please call 260-5714639. Lagro United Methodist Church invites you its Sunday morning services at 9:00 a.m. and Sunday school for all ages at 10:00 a.m. Youth group activities for stu-
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These soon-to-be Northfield High School graduates were inducted into Heartland’s National Technical Honors Society. dents in the 4th through 12th grades are also offered. Those activities and times vary each month depending on the service project. For more information on youth programs, parents can email the church at LagroUMC@gmail. com. A Northfield student group in Mrs. Dyson’s Human and Social Services class is currently working on a student-led service project. They are teaming up with the LIFE Center in Wabash to do a drive for needed supplies. The LIFE Center is a nonprofit organization serving Wabash County and surrounding areas. All their services are made through donations from individuals, churches, and organizations who care about helping women and families. The LIFE Center is in need
of: Large size diapers 4, 5, and 6 (and pull-ups), Wipes, Baby wash/shampoo, and Diaper rash cream. The drive will continue through May 6. Drop off items in the front office and in Mrs. Dyson’s room (112). Northfield’s A Cappella Choir sang at the ISSMA choir organizational contest at Norwell High School Saturday, April 23, and received a Gold rating in their division! A select number of 8th graders also joined the group for the performance. This is the first time the A Cappella Choir received an ISSMA rating since 2003, and they are excited to be able to bring this to Northfield once again. Congratulations to all 14 singers! We are very proud of your hard work! There are people in our commu-
nity 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. Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Tywana Marks. Lagro Happy Birthdays: May 4 – Carol Good; May 7 – Imogene Gilbert and Cindy McGuire; May 9 – Toni Schaaf. Do you have a birthday or anniversary to celebrate? Do you have a special event to share? If so, just send me an email at the address listed above. , or text me at 260-571-2577. I’d love to share your special day or your community event. Let’s share the news!
Deming Lodge, OES to host community breakfast Chapter OES & Deming Lodge will host their monthly community breakfast on Saturday, May 7, from 7-10 a.m. at 2nd & Front (enter through alley between 2nd & 3rd Streets). This month is French toast, eggs, sausage, biscuits & gravy, hash browns, coffee, milk, and juice. The cost is a free will donation. LIONS CLUB SPRING BAZAAR: Laketon Lions Club is host-
ing a Spring Bazaar at Warvel Park on May 14, from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Food will be available by the Laketon Lions Club. There are
booths in the Scout Hall, the large pavilion and the grounds surrounding the pavilion. We still have room for a few more vendors too! MOM OF AN ADDICT SUPPORT GROUP BEGINS MAY 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Congregational Christian Church located at 310 N. Walnut Street, N. Manchester. Is your child or loved one battling alcohol or drug addiction? Is a
family member in recovery? Did you lose someone to this horrible disease? Connect with families who understand. Our weekly meetings have educational and support components.. Mom of an Addict is open to all family members or friends with loved ones who are struggling. For more information visit www.themomofanaddict.org. LADIES NIGHT BACK AFTER
COVID: Hold the date! Deming Lodge will have its annual Widows and Ladies Night at the Lodge, on May 26, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The event will include the presentation of awards. Please look for a postcard in the mail or call the lodge at 260-9016488 to RSVP or you can email deminglodge88@gm ail.com. FARMER’S MARKET OPEN MAY 7: The North
Manchester Farmers Market will open on Saturday, May 7 from 8 a.m. until noon. The market will be located at Ogan’s Landing on S. Mill St. down the street from the Covered Bridge. Parking will be in the gravel lot with Handicap parking beside the market (watch for signs). Following the market, vendors will have a meeting to organize the coming market year.
“STAMP OUT HUNGER” ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE: The annual Letter Carriers “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive will take place on Saturday, May 14. If you would like to participate, collect and bag healthy nonperishable items and place them near your mailbox prior to the time when your mail normally arrives. Suggested Continued on Page 21