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Former St. Bernard student is school’s new principal

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com As a youngster, Abigail Stanley was a student at St. Bernard Elementary School.

In July, after 15 years in public education, she was named principal at the school, replacing Theresa Carroll, who accepted a post in Fort Wayne.

“I am very excited. This is my very first administrative position,” Stanley told The Paper of Wabash County. “I have been in the public school setting for the last 15 years, so making the jump from public to private, teacher to administrator has been daunting, to say the least, but it has been very rewarding already.

“The staff here has been very welcoming and kind. All of the families of the students have been so welcoming and kind and patient as we’ve navigated this process.”

Many of the aspects of the school that were in place while she was a student are still in place today, she noted.

“We push strong values. We push strong morals,” Stanley said. “There is a very rigorous educational classroom environment. The kids are being challenged.

“I love that we are focusing on developing the whole child. We want them to grow academically, but we also want them to grow spiritually as a person in their characters and their morals. I love being able to pray with the kids and pray over them, and talk about God in an open setting. You don’t get to do that in a public school.”

Stanley notes that St. Bernard’s has a “very small ratio” of students and teachers.

“Our classrooms hold a maximum of 12 students, so (the ratio) is 12 to 1,” she said. “Each classroom also has an instructional aide, so when a child isn’t getting the individual attention from the teacher, they are get-

Instructor Michelle Story helps a student program her laptop Bernard Elementary School. Photos by Joseph Slacian

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St. Bernard principal Abigail Stanley watches as a youngster prepares to do an assignment. ting it from the instructional aide. So there’s a lot of help available.”

The school has students in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Kindergarten is a class on its own, while first and second, third and fourth and fifth and sixth are combined classes.

“We would love to split (classes), especially primary grades,” she continued. “We’re hoping to do that with a higher enrollment count.”

Each student at St. Bernard’s also has their own electronic device to assist in learning.

“Our younger students have tablets,” Stanley said. “Our older students all have laptops that they use. They do stay here at school, but we have access to them throughout the day. We utilize them on our e-Learning days.”

In addition to the regular classes, the school offers specialty classes, as well.

“Our school offers Spanish three days a week,” Stanley said. “They do that for 30 minutes. We also have religious courses three days a week. They kids do get music; they get art; they get PE. We walk to the library, so they get that special time, also, at our local library. That’s all throughout the week.”

Uniforms are required at the school, Stanley said, noting that the school has a uniform closet to help families out if needed.

“If their child hits a growth spurt, or, times are tough and finding the funds for those uniforms is tough, we do have a well-stocked uniform closet that families can utilize,” she said.

The school also is working on its presence on social media. It has a

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Wabash Marketplace to mark 40th year Wabash Marketplace, Inc. is celebrating 40 years of growth and revitalization in Downtown Wabash in 2021 with a tent party on September’s First Friday.

The community can gather together in Veteran’s Plaza and Tremont Parking Lot (public parking lot between Bluebird Boutique and Market Street Square on Market St.) for live music from 35 Trax, local food trucks, a mobile bar cour-

tesy of Market Street Grill and many more activities on Miami Street, Canal Street and in downtown businesses.

The event is free and open to the public.

The celebration begins at 5 p.m. with free karaoke, courtesy of Wab-ash Area Community Theater (WACT) to promote the upcoming “Sister Act” performances.

A local band, 35 Trax, featuring Bob Pilgrim, Tom Elshire and Jerry

Schlemmer’s marks 1 year

Schlemmer’s Fire & Outdoor is celebrating its one-year anniversary by extending its summer cleaning program to Aug. 31.

“This milestone really celebrates the hard work and perseverance of overcoming such a crazy year,” owner Carli Henderson said.

The summer

cleaning program for wood, gas or pellet stoves and fireplaces includes a full-service cleaning as well as a level 1 inspection. For more information, call 260-563-3417.

Schlemmer’s Fire & Outdoor, 108 W. Canal St., specializes in alternative heating solutions in the hearth industry.

Wade will take the stage from 7-10 p.m. with classic rock favorites. Guests are invited to wear their favorite 1980s attire and join the party.

Wabash Marketplace, Inc. is

a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in Downtown Wabash established in 1981.

The organization has received numerous National Main Street Accreditations allowing its mis-

sion to foster community and economic development to continue at a high caliber. Events coordinated and promoted in the Downtown District

by Wabash Marketplace

include Wabash First Fridays, Downtown Wabash Farmers Market, Sidewalk Sales, Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza, Downtown Holiday Night to Remember and Black Friday &

Small Business Saturday for Downtown Wabash merchants.

For more information about Wabash First Friday, visit WabashMarketplac e.org/first-friday.

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The hunt is on!

The Sagamore Council, Boy Scouts of America, is hosting the “Treasure Hunt 4 Scouting presented

by Caterpillar” instead of the planned Scouting 4 Eggs Adult Easter Egg Hunt.

Why? Because you can’t do an Easter Egg Hunt in September, you have to look for “treasure ovoids.”

Classes resume: Students from around Wabash County returned to classes last week. A trio of youngsters (top photo) walk toward O.J. Neighbours Elementary School after being dropped off in the automobile lane.

Meanwhile, new Neighbours principal Beth Phillipy (right photo) greets a youngster after he was dropped off by one of the City Schools buses.

Photos by Joseph Slacian

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Motorists on a highway that is divided by a barrier, such as cable barrier, concrete wall, or grassy median, are required to stop only if they are traveling in the same direction.

Failure to stop for a bus that has its lights activated and arm extended could result in a citation.

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Proceeds will go to support the Scouting programs at Cary Camp. The cost is $20 per person and can be purchased at: https://scouting event.com/1622021TreasureHunt.

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WPD officials always urges caution when driving, but especially while the children, parents, bus drivers, and motorists get accustomed to schools back in session. Be an alert driver and be prepared to stop for school buses loading and unloading.

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Baer receives award from Edward Jones

Wabash County Special Olympics hosts Boccee Invitational: Due to the cancellation of bocce at the 2021 Special Olympics Area games, an invitational event was held on Sunday July 18th at the Knights of Columbus, Pictured above are the participants from Wabash and Kosciusko counties as well as many of the volunteers who helped put the event on. Photo provided

PEO members have August meeting

The August 9, 2021 meeting of Wabash PEO Chapter BY met at Charlie Creek Gardens at 7 p.m.

The meeting was hosted by Kelly Smith and Linda Miller. President Sue Gray opened the meeting and 11 members responded to roll call.

During the brief business meeting, President Gray noted that the meeting with the State Board Representative could not be held in person due to Covid-19 restrictions set by the International Chapter. In lieu of a personal visit the

representative will contact each Chapter BY officer by telephone to discuss their reports and answer any questions or concerns the officer may have .

The Educational Loan Fund committee has met with a potential candidate

for a loan and were very impressed with her qualifications and need. At the committee’s recommendation, a vote of approval was given and the application process will begin as soon as possible.

The Chapter has received four ELF

loans for candidates in the past and there is great hope this candidate will also be successful in her application for a loan.

There will be an informal lunch at Harvey Hinklemeyer’s on Thursday, August 26 at 11:30 a.m.

BIL’s are also invited for lunch.

The next meeting will be 7 p.m. Sept.

11, 2021, at the Woman’s Clubhouse.

Troy Baer of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Wabash recently received the firm’s exclusive Spirit of Partnership Award for outstanding performance during 2020.

Baer is a leader in the firm and an example of what a dedicated Edward Jones financial advisor can achieve. He has demonstrated unyielding dedication and enthusiasm for his business of serving individual investors and has reached a benchmark in his career that deserves to be recognized. The Spirit of Partnership Award provides that recognition.

Baer said he is honored to receive the award.

“Edward Jones is a partnership. That structure is not just financial, it’s a philosophy,” Baer said. “We work together, help each other and all share in the rewards of working with long-term individual investors. That brings out the best in everyone.”

Baer was one of only 1,430 financial advisors to receive the award. His office is located at 615 Manchester Ave., Wabash.

Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in St. Louis, provides financial services in the U.S. and, through its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the investments its financial advisors offer to the location ofoffices, caters to individual investors.

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MSO prepares for 83rd season

Tending to the garden: Wabash resident Ron Bussard takes a seat to enjoy the warm, summer day and tend to his garden behind his house in the 100 block of West Sinclair Street. Photo by Harold V. Chatlosh

Honeywell House plans various activities The Honeywell House is pleased to announce a lineup of enriching events taking place this fall and winter, featuring something for everyone with culinary delights, musical performances, comedic entertainment and more. These offerings are presented

by Honeywell Arts & Entertainment.

Tastes on the Terrace – Every Wednesday in September, 5-8 p.m., Honeywell House The terrace will be open every Wednesday for scenic outdoor dining, with inside seating available in case of

rain. Weekly menus will be posted on the Honeywell House Facebook pa ge. Sponsorship is provided by Nancy Fisher, with additional support provided by Richard Tucker.

Eagles Ballroom Renovation – Tuesday, Sept. 14, 7 p.m., Honeywell House, presented

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The Manchester Symphony Orchestra, getting ready to launch its 83rd season, has a team of people — mostly volunteers — working quietly in the background.

The Manchester Symphony Society Board of Directors secures financial support for the MSO; provides educational opportunities and outreach connected with the symphony; and it works to help the symphony provide exceptional programs consistent with available resources.

Beth Driscoll is president.

“Our purpose is to provide high quality, live orchestra music to our county and the surrounding areas —to continue to bring the beauty of live performance to the area – to educate our youth about the importance of live music and gather-

ing to experience the movements, the joy, the peace, how it touches our soul,” she said.

“Without the board, our wonderful donors and those who attend our concerts, the Manchester Symphony Orchestra would not exist in our area. Our ultimate ‘why’ is to provide the resources for all of these activities to happen,” she said.

Driscoll is joined in these efforts by Past President Joanne Case, Vice President Tim Reed, Secretary Diana Bucher and Treasurer Daniel Naragon.

New board members this season are Hayley Cochran, Barry Drudge, Joe Egner, Anne Gregory, Pamela Haynes and Arturo Yanez.

Continuing board members are Conductor Debra

Lynn, Orchestra Representative Lila Hammer and Judy Ward. Jon Hartman is webmaster.

The society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to enhance the region’s cultural, educational and economic health .

“The symphony is a gem in our area, and I believe we can impact our communities in a positive way,” Driscoll said. “Live music is moving, helping people find joy is important, and sharing beauti-

ful music with young children can change their lives.

The orchestra adds a level of majesty to the North Manchester community through our performances, education outreach, guest artist residency and our presence and our relationships. The impact we can bring to the people of our area is immeasurable.”

With about 6,000 residents, North Manchester is one the smallest communities in the

nation with its own symphony orchestra. Residents of Wabash County and what was then Manchester College founded the symphony in 1939. That partnership continues today with a carefully crafted collaboration of professional and community musicians, as well as Manchester University faculty, staff and students.

To support the symphony, go to manchestersymphonyorchestra.co m.

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Knights of Columbus donates funds to shelter The Knights of Columbus recently donated $750 to the Wabash County Animal Shelter.

The funds are the proceeds raised from the group’s bingo event on Aug. 11.

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The Fleshoods as they were in 1971 (left photo) and as they appear today (right photo).

Mr. & Mrs. Larry Fleshood

Mr. & Mrs. Larry Fleshood, Wabash, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 14.

Fleshood and the former Patricia Bolden were married Aug. 14, 1971, at Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church by the Rev. Charlie Bailey.

They have three children, Dawn (Rob) Hughes, Michael (Amy) Fleshood,

and Christopher (Krista) Fleshood. They also have eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Fleshood graduated from Wabash High School in 1969, then entered the U.S. Marine Corps. He retired from Wabash Alloys.

Mrs. Fleshood graduated from Wabash High School in 1971. She retired from

Class gathers:

The LaFontaine Class of 1952 celebrated its 69th class reunion at Coco Jo restaurant on July 17. Of the 21 graduates, there are only six members left (from left) Ann Miltenberger, Eva Mae Garrett, Darlene Turner, Ralph Dawes and Barbara Unger.

Classmate Carmen Furney of Austin, Texas, was unable to attend. In addition to the reunion, class members celebrated Ralph and Janice Dawes’ wedding anniversary.

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FFW Corp. announces fiscal year earnings F F W Corporation, parent corporation of Crossroads Bank, announced earnings for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021.

For the three months ended June 30, 2021, the Corporation reported net income of $1,379,000 or $1.21 per common share compared to $1,399,000 or $1.23 per common share for the three months ended June 30, 2020.

Net interest income for the three months ended June 30, 2021 was $3,608,000 compared to $3,637,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2020.

The provision for loan losses was ($150,000) for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and $105,000 for the

three months ended June 30, 2020. Total noninterest income was $1,248,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2021 compared to $1,367,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2020.

Noninterest expense was $3,419,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and $3,236,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2020.

For the 12 months ended June 30, 2021, the Corporation reported net income of $6,476,000 or $5.67 per common share

compared to $5,011,000 or $4.40 per common share for the 12 months ended June 30, 2020.

Net interest income for the 12 months ended June 30, 2021 was $14,697,000 compared to $14,176,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2020.

The Company recognized a provision for loan losses of $345,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2021 and $305,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2020.

Total noninterest income was $6,961,000 for the 12 months ended June

30, 2021 compared to $4,197,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2020.

Noninterest expense was $13,674,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2021 and $12,232,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2020.

The three and 12 months ended June 30, 2021 represented a return on average common equity of 10.37 percent and 12.42 percent, r e s p e c t i v e l y, compared to 11.78 percent and 10.72 percent for the three and 12 month periods ended June

30, 2020. The three and 12 months ended June 30, 2021 represented a return on average assets of 1.12 percent and 1.36 p e r c e n t , r e s p e c t i v e l y, compared to 1.24 percent and 1.17 percent, for the three and 12 month periods ended June 30, 2020.

The allowance for loan losses as a percentage of gross loans receivable was 1.43 percent at June 30, 2021 compared to 1.29 percent at June 30, 2 0 2 0 .

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Grow Wabash County to sponsor series of workshops Grow Wabash County is teaming up with Melissa Meredith, owner of Content Creative marketing firm, to present “Thinking Big in Your Smaller Business,” a series of workshops to help Wabash County businesses of all size and industry boost their message through marketing.

This workshop will have four sessions between September 2021 and January 2022. The first three will be hosted virtually over Zoom to break down some of the key concepts of marketing: branding, digital marketing and content creation.

The fourth session will be an inperson workshop with Meredith to actually create a marketing plan for each business.

“Grow Wabash County is always excited to bring new and relevant educational opportunities to our Grow Wabash County investors

and the Wabash County business community at large,” Keith Gillenwater, president and CEO of Grow Wabash County, said.

Meredith is a Wabash County native, having grown up in Wabash and graduated from Southwood High School.

“It’s been so great to see the growth in Wabash County over the years and

the influx of businesses small and large that have called Wabash home,” Meredith said.This four-part series will meet monthly via Zoom between September and November on the second Friday of each month from 8 – 9 a.m. .

The fourth session will be an in-person half-day workshop on Friday, January 14, from 8 a.m. – Noon.

Tuition for the

“Thinking Big in Your Smaller Business,” program is $40 for Grow Wabash County Investors and $50 for the general public. Each attendee will receive both group instruction as well as one-on-one work with Meredith through the duration of the workshop. Businesses will also have access to Meredith’s marketing consultation

services at a discounted rate following the completion of the series.

Registration is availablewww.grow wabashcounty.com /thinkbig or by contacting Grow Wabash County via email, marketing@growwabashcounty.com, or by calling 260-563-5258.

assets were $3,242,000 at June 30, 2021 compared to $3,551,000 at June 30, 2020.

As of June 30, 2021, FFWC’s equity-to-assets ratio was 10.89 percent compared to 10.66 percent at June 30, 2020. Total assets at June 30, 2021 were $486,442,000

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$461,724,000 at June 30, 2020.

Shareholders’ equity was $52,954,000 at June 30, 2021 compared to $49,198,000 at June 30, 2020.

Crossroads Bank exceeds all a p p l i c a b l e r e g u l a t o r y requirements to be considered “well capitalized.”

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Shirley Ann Shanabarger, 85, of Wabash, died 8:50 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born on March 13, 1936, in Wabash, to Ralph E. and Lura Delight (Kistler) Bakehorn.

Shirley was a graduate of Wabash High School.

She married John Anthony Shanabarger in Wabash on March 13, 1955; he died May 6, 2005.

Shirley was a homemaker and a member of the St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash. She enjoyed time with her family and visiting with people she saw around town and at the rummage sales where she liked to find a good bargain.

She is survived by three children, Sherry Marie (Joaquin SanChez) Shanabarger of Seattle, Wash., John Daniel (Peggy) Shanabarger of Sussex, Wis., and Lisa Diane Shanabarger of Wabash; three granddaughters, Rachel Jane Shanabarger and Mary Grace Shanabarger, both of Sussex, and Ann Marie Shanabarger of De Pere, Wis. She was also preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Anthony Michael Shanabarger; six brothers, Joseph, LeRoy, Harold, Truman, Paul, and Ralph Bakehorn, Jr.; and three sisters, Louise Thixton, Mildred Bullins, and Betty Jean Brim. Shirley was the last of her 10 siblings to die.

Born and married on a Friday the 13th, Shirley will also be buried on a Friday the 13th, a day she always considered lucky.

Funeral services were Friday, Aug. 13, 2021, at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 188 W. Sinclair St., Wabash, with Father Paul Cochran officiating.

Burial will be in Mississinewa Cemetery, Somerset.

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

There will be a prayer service Thursday night at the funeral home.

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

Sam Bradley, 81 Played bluegrass music Feb. 19, 1940 – Aug. 9, 2021 Sam Henry Bradley, 81, Silver Lake, died Aug. 9, 2021.

He was born Feb. 19, 1940.

Visitation and services were Friday, Aug. 13, 2021, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

Burial at Fairview Cemetery, Servia.

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John Walter Carter, 75, of rural Wabash, went to be with his Lord and Savior at 2:24 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born on Sept. 10, 1945, in Wabash, to Alton “Pete” and Delphene (Dye) Carter.

John was a 1963 graduate of Wabash High School.

Following high school he served in the United States Army, serving in Vietnam.

John married Elaine Joy Hoover on July 10, 1966, in Aiken, South Carolina. He retired from Ford Meter Box in Wabash, in 2006, after 37 years. He was a member of Lagro Community Church and Lagro American Legion Post 248. John enjoyed hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting, golfing, and being outdoors. He also enjoyed playing music and played bass and sang in the Pearson Mill Band. John loved ani-

mals, especially his dog, Sally, and also watching Clint Eastwood westerns.

He is survived by his wife, Elaine Joy Carter of Wabash; two sons, John E. (Deana) Carter of Columbia City, and Richard D. (Kathryn) Carter of Wabash; three grandchildren, Jonah L. Carter of Columbia City, Cassidy J. Carter, and Lyndsey R. Carter, both of Wabash; three sisters and brother, Barbara White of Richmond, Ralph Murphy of Wabash, Reta (Jay) Smith of Georgetown, Ky., and Loretta (Gerry) Miller of Wabash.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and one sister.

Visitation and services were Monday, Aug. 9, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Stephen C. Johnson officiating.

Internment will be at a later date.

Preferred memorials are the Animal Shelter of Wabash County or Lagro American Legion Post 248.

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

Roscoe Ziner Jr., 66 Ford Meter Box retiree Feb. 21, 1955 – Aug. 12, 2021 Roscoe Russell Ziner Jr., 66, of rural Peru, died 5:01 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021, at his home.

He was born on Feb. 21, 1955, in Wabash, to Roscoe Russell Ziner Sr. and Bessie Jane (Lehman) Custer.

Roscoe was a 1973 graduate of Northfield High School.

He worked at Ford Meter Box in Wabash, retiring after 45 years. He also farmed for Ted Comerford over 30 years.

Roscoe attended Christian Heritage Church in Wabash, and went on several mission trips, including going to Russia. He enjoyed going to breakfast with friends, attending his niece’s and nephew’s activities, and camping on Little Tippy watching fireworks.

He is survived by brothers and sisters, David (Joann) Thrush of Fort Worth, Texas, Barbara Tyson of St. Petersburg, Fla., Mary (Duke) Hale, Charles (Tammy) Ziner, and Michael J. (Kim) Ziner, all of Wabash, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Tim Thrush.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Tim Prater officiating. Burial will be in Friends Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Christian Heritage Church.

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

Mary ‘Louise’ Asher, 92 Enjoyed collecting cookbooks Oct. 26, 1928 – Aug. 14, 2021 Mary “Louise” Asher, 92, of Wabash, formerly of Fort Wayne, died 5:49 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, at her home.

She was born on Oct. 26, 1928, in Paintsville, Ky., to Curtis and Alta (Cheek) Sparks.

Louise married John A. Asher in 1951; he died Nov. 18, 1999. She and her husband John owned South Side Floor Service in Fort Wayne for over 40 years.

She attended Beauty College in Fort Wayne and also owned a hair salon in Waynedale, where she had a large clientele for many years. Louise lived most of her life in the Fort Wayne area. Though she had many interests, her greatest joy was the art of cooking, and her cookbook collection would rival even the greatest chefs. Louise was the matriarch of her family, whose loss will sure-

ly be measured by her profound absence in their lives.

She is survived by two children, Christy (Daniel Bricker) Robichaud of Wabash, and Dan (Lynette) Asher of Fort Wayne.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, and four sisters.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Rob Barton officiating. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 1-2 p.m.

Thursday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials are Salvation Army or In Touch Ministries.

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

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Enjoyed baking pies

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July 2, 1939 – Aug. 14, 2021

Cecil L. Pyle, 83, North Manchester, entered the Gates of Heaven on Aug. 13, 2021.

Born in rural Silver Lake, on Sept. 2, 1937, Cecil was the son of the late Robert A. and Lucile G. (Rager) Pyle.

At an early age Cecil’s parents instilled in Cecil and his siblings the importance of faith, and on June 12, 1952, Cecil gave his life to the Lord. He became a member of the Eel River Community Church of the Brethren in Silver Lake, where attending was a true joy.

For those who knew Cecil, there was no question that he lived his life for the Lord.

Cecil was a simple man who never asked for help from others but was always willing to help those around him. He had a gracious, caring, loving, and joyful aura that made others happy and grateful.

When it came to working as a custodian at the Eel River Church of the Brethren or maintenance at Swihart Grain in Silver Lake, no one could match Cecil’s work ethic.

The loving memory of Cecil L. Pyle will be forever cherished by his sisters, Doris (Richard) Duhaime, Bradenton, Fla., Evelyn (Dwight) Boyd, Sebring, Fla., Esther May, Warsaw, and Joan Knoblett, Robinson, Ill.; sisters-in-law, Lucille Mishler, Columbia City, and Dorothy Pyle, Sebring, Fla.; many nieces and nephews; and his church family.

Cecil was preceded in death by his parents, Robert A. and Lucile Pyle; brothers, Robert Pyle and Carl Mishler; and brothers-in-law, Glenn Johnson, Wayne Knoblett, and Harold May. Family and friends may call Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Eel River Community Church of the Brethren, 2507 State Road 14, Silver Lake, Indiana.

Funeral services will begin at the conclusion of calling with Pastor Roger Eberly and Pastor Audrianna Svay officiating. Burial will be at Ulrey Memorial Cemetery, 2507 State Road 14, Silver Lake, Indiana.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Cecil L. Pyle, memorial contributions may be made to the Eel River Community Church of the Brethren, 2507 State Road 14, Silver Lake, Indiana 46982.

The family of Cecil L. Pyle has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.

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Virginia Ruth Smithers, 82, of rural Lagro, Indiana, died at 3:14 pm, Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, at her granddaughter’s home in Bunker Hill.

She was born on July 2, 1939, in Wabash, to Ira and Mary Louise (Ply) Miller.

Virginia attended Lagro High School. She married Ellis Smithers at her pastor’s home, on Nov. 18, 1961; he died Dec. 29, 2006. She was a homemaker and worked part time at Chowders Restaurant in Wabash.

Virginia was a member of the Eastwood Church of Christ. She enjoyed cooking, baking pies from scratch, crossword puzzles, watching “Little House on the Prairie” with her grandkids, and eating banana splits.

She is survived by her son, Myron E. (Donna)

Smithers of Wabash; two grandchildren, Shanna (Rory) Griffis of Bunker Hill, and Chaston (Pepper) Smithers of Peru; and six great-grandchildren, Bryce Smyth, Chloe Smyth, and Gabrielle Griffis, all of Bunker Hill, Alexander Smithers, Zachary Smithers, and Mary Smithers, all of Peru.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, son, Byron Smithers who died April 22, 2021, and her two sisters, Donna J. Miller and Carol Pickle.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, Aug. 20, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Tim Tyner, Evangelist officiating. Burial will be in Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion.

Friends may call 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Friday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is the Wounded Warriors Project.

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

Valerie Hull, 45 Manchester High School graduate May 30, 1976 – July 1, 2001 Valerie Ann (Sroufe) Hull, 45, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2001, at her home in Arkansas.

She was born May 30, 1976, in Columbia City, to Michael G. and Melonie L. (Kreider) Sroufe.

Valerie was a 1995 Manchester High School graduate. She loved spending time with family, especially her grandkids, playing softball and fishing.

Along with her husband Ronald Hull, of Arkansas, she is survived by her two chil-

dren, Brandon Michael McKinney and Jessica Lynn Beeney; her grandchildren, April, Starr, Hope, Evalynne and Michael; her mother, Melonie; and brother, Bradley (Telishia) Sroufe, all of Indiana.

She was preceded in death by her father, Michael Sroufe.

A Celebration of Life will take place from 3-5 p.m. Aug. 22, 2021, at the Congregational Christian Church in North Manchester.

Police & Fire reports Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents A vehicle driven by Debra L. Wiles, 42, Lagro, struck a deer at 4:57 p.m. Aug. 7 on Blue Star Highway, east of County Road 600E. Damage was estimated at $1,001 to $2,500.

A vehicle driven by Melissa M. Hunter, 53, Wabash, struck a deer at 8:35 p.m. Aug. 7 on State Road 13, south of Old Slocum Trail. Damage was estimated at $2,501 to $5,000.

North Manchester Police Department Cases

Aug. 12 A theft report was taken at 3:46 p.m. in the 200 block of Strauss Provimi Road.

Accidents Aug. 8 At 5:19 p.m., a vehicle driven by Cameron J. Wardwell, 17, Urbana, struck a building in the 1500 block of State Road 114W. Aug. 9 At 7:33 a.m., vehicles driven by Elaine M. Metzger, 67, Pierceton, and Benjamin E. Olinger, 39, North Manchester, collided at the intersection of State Road 13 and North Market Street.

Cases Aug. 6 A theft report was taken at 1:45 p.m. in the 1200 block of SR 114W. Fire Runs Aug. 5 To the 400 block of West 7th Street at 6:13 p.m. for a medical assist.

At 7:42 p.m., units from North Manchester and Chester Township fire departments responded to the 100 block of East 2nd Street for sparking power lines.

Aug. 7 To Wisteria Lane at 2:04 a.m. for a medical assist.

To the 200 block of

East 4th Street at 10:36 a.m. for a medical assist.

To the 900 block of SR 114E at 1:50 p.m. for a medical assist.

To the 400 block of West 7th Street at 2:52 p.m. for a medical assist.

Aug. 9 To the 400 block of West 7th Street at 7:01 p.m. for a medical assist.

To the 1200 block of West 4th Street at 8:21 p.m. for a medical assist.

To the 1300 block of North Laurel Circle at 11:56 p.m. for a medical assist.

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Roann Lions review projects, make plans for upcoming events

ROANN AND NORTHERN MIAMI

donut trailer during the festiThe Roann Lions Club met val. You don’t need to be a on Thursday, Aug. 5 at the Lions Club member to help, Town Hall. The meeting was just be a volunteer to help othopened by giving the pledge to ers. the American flag.

Due to the festival in President Rick Morris called September, there will be no the meeting to order. The minLions Club meeting in utes from the July meeting September. The next meeting were reviewed and accepted. will be on Oct. 7 at Keith Ford, treasurer 7pm. of the Lions Club, LIFE CENTER, gave the financial located at 489 Bond report.

Street in Wabash, is In old business, Ann Me Ann Meyer yer sponsoring Forgiven Morris reported we 765-833-2614 and Set Free: need to repair the meyerann@ Abortion Recovery. window on the south centurylink.net This is a 5-week class side of the log cabin. that will provide This will be checked encouragement and out and repairs will hope for women be made soon. desiring to find A summary of the wholeness from a July 3 events were fractured and painful past. reviewed. The antique tractor The chapters of life can leave pull started around noon. The us scared, confused, and feelLions Club set up about 3:30 p.m. to sell concessions for the ing alone. The class will travel the journey of healing and horse pull which started at being freed from the bondage 5:30 p.m. We had a great turn of guilt and grief that follows out for the pull. There was a total of 16 teams that pulled in abortion. Being set free will give light and life to emotional the event. Another horse pull scars and painful memories. will be held on Saturday You may call or text 260-563morning, Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. It 7275, email was suggested to put a conCenter@Wabashlife.com, or tainer for aluminum cans at the pull field to collect cans for message us for more information. No registration is necesthe fireworks fund. sary, you can just show up on In new business, the Lions Aug. 17 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Club will have a work project LIFE Center. in downtown Roann to paint THE ROANN FOOD Pantry the curbs to make downtown announced they will be closing look good for the festival. The as of Sept. 15. The pantry has Lions Club was to do that on serviced our community for Monday, Aug. 9 at 5pm. several years thanks to the Morris gave an update on efforts of Ellen Rensberger, the Main Street Lamp Posts Ruth Ann Dyson and Susan project which are on display Keppel. Thank you all for your temporarily at Log Cabin service!

Antiques, and at the caboose ROANN COMMUNITY near the library. Hopefully, the lights will start being installed Heritage is having a Main Street Project Opportunity a few weeks after the festival.

Drawing on Saturday, Oct. 16.

Posts can be bought in memoTickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. rial of a loved one. Anyone Tickets are available at Log can purchase a light, and Cabin Antiques, Bailey’s Pizza name plaques will be put on Parlor or Mom & Pop’s Jazzy the post of each light. At the Junk. They will be selling tickpresent time, they have 17 ets during The Roann Covered requests for posts. Eventually, Bridge Festival in front of Log the posts will be placed from Todd’s Corner at State Road 16 Cabin Antiques. Items that will be available are an origito the south edge of town by The Little Cathedral. The nal painting by artist Ellen Roann Heritage Group is Stouffer, handcrafted single organizing this project and are swing, porch swing, handcraftexcited for the response they ed flag, gift certificates, prodhave received so far. ucts from local businesses, The Roann Covered Bridge and a refinished trunk from Festival will be September 9Log Cabin Antiques. You can 11. Donna Harman reported check these items out at the that it is almost ready to go. festival Sept. 9-11. Winners The festival brochures are need not be present. printed and are in various PASTOR WAYNE Balmer of locations in Roann and the Roann United Methodist throughout Wabash County.

Church sermon for Aug. 22 We still need volunteers to service will be taken from help with daily duties. Also, Romans 6:1-11 titled “Pursuit we need help at the Lions Club of Righteousness.”

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South Merkle Street at 2:43 a.m. for a medical assist.

To the 100 block of East Main Street at 11:39 a.m. for an alarm.

Aug. 10 To the 300 block of East 4th Street at 12:27 a.m. for power lines arching.

Aug. 11 To the 500 block of State Road 13E at 3:44 a.m. for a medical assist.

To the 1000 block of Garber Drive at 10:22 a.m. for a medical assist.

To the 400 block of West Main Street at 1:26 p.m. for wires down from storm damage.

Aug. 12 To the 1300 block of Westchester Drive at 7:02 a.m. for an electrical fire.

To the 1300 block of Clear Creek Trail at 12:23 p.m. for a medical assist.

Aug. 13 To the 700 block of North Sycamore Street at 12:23 a.m. for a medical assist.

To the 200 block of Hickory Lane at 8:10 a.m. for a medical assist.

Land Transfers Paul Tafoya, quit claim deed to Paul Tafoya and Gabriela Tafoya.

Nancy Chamberlain and Max E. Chamberlain, warranty deed to Tony G. Roser, Terry D. Roser and Troy P. Roser.

Christopher Brock and Meghan Brock, quit claim deed to Jordan Bunce.

Mark Roser and Cala Roser, quit claim deed to Mark Roser.

Kyle L. Williams and Aubrey A. Williams, warranty deed to Gregory K. Gahl and Kathryn M. Gahl.

Janahvee M. Schlemmer, warranty deed to Kelsey J. Wendt.

Derek D. Vogelzang, warranty deed to Michael Eaton and Cheryl Eaton.

Mayra Nazario Rodriguez, quit claim deed to Mayra Nazario

Rodriguez and Henry V. Reyes.

Earl Coe, quit claim deed to Earl J. Coe and Mary M. Coe. Kim L. Barrus and Shelly L. Knee, quit claim deed to Kim L. Barrus.

Indyre LLC, warranty deed to Edgar Ayala.

Edgar Ayala, warranty deed to Tammy M. Bradley.

Justin O’Brien, quit claim deed to Haley O’Brien Flanagan.

Paperworks Industries Inc., warranty deed to Paperworks Wabash Inc Charles E. Weikel and Kay E. Weikel, warranty deed to William Woodward.

BMW Props LLC, quit claim deed to Blake McCreight.

Blake McCreight, warranty deed to Thomas Blair.

Two Four One LLC, warranty deed to William Woodward.

William Woodward, warranty deed Two Four One LLC. Melva Gilbert, warranty deed to Dan Kitch.

James Key, warranty deed to Roger B. Davis Jr. Rebecca S. Grenstead and Deborah A. Williams, warranty deed to Nathanael E. Fadil and Victoria M. Givens.

Gene M. Strohallen, Gene Strohallen, Donna Strohallen, Donna L. Strohallen, quit claim deed to Gene Strohallen, Donna Strohallen and the Strohallen Family Trust.

Margaret A. Piety, warranty deed to Michael J. Hosler.

Danny L. Cole and Lora L. Cole, warranty deed to Gregory A. Cole.

Raymond F. Clark and Cherie L. Clark, warranty deed to Jami L. Bollett.

Linda L. Henry and Jon W. Henry, warranty deed to Lisa M. Lewandowski and Justin T. Vargo.

Roger L. Parker and Marcella M. Parker, war-

ranty deed to G. Squared Development LLC. G. Squared Development LLC, warranty deed to Gregory W. Addair Jr. and Destinee A. Riley.

Harp Development LLC, warranty deed to Willard R. Wagner and Suzanne Wagner.

Eric S. Screeton and Nicole D. Screeton, warranty deed to Aaron Metzger and Megan Metzger.

Taphanie Blocker and Marvin and Taphanie Blocher Family Trust, trust deed to Benji E. Blocher and Aimee L. Blocher.

Sharon Irene Ballee and Ernest Clayton Ballee, quit claim deed to Kenneth E. Ballee and James A. Ballee.

James Ernest McNeeley, James E. McNeeley, Phyllis A. McNeeley, Barbara A. Garrard, Mildred McNeeley, Michellle McNeeley and Delores J. West, warranty deed to Nicholas D. Sears and Susan M. Sears.

Chris S. Dyson and Beverly K. Dyson, warranty deed to James R. Bowers.

Brian Max Bechtold, quit claim deed to Bryan B. Brooks and Jill Anne Brooks.

John K. Coots and Marlene Coots, warranty deed to Heather A. Lowman Starkey.

Richard L. Carlson, quit claim deed to Michael D. Mann.

John Clayton Ellett, warranty deed to Allen A. Weber.

Dorothy L. Beher and Beher Family Revocable Trust, trust deed to Zachary C. Albin and Rebecca J. Ulrich.

Kelly Lynn McKee, warranty deed to Dylan A. Brubaker.

William R. Gerding and Carole A. Long, warranty deed to Amie K. Jones and Monica A. Dorner.

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Facebook page, and also just launched an Instagram page.

“My goal this year, in my first year as principal, is to just flood social media with what we’re doing here at our school,” she said. “We’re doing a lot of wonderful things with our kids. I want our families to see that, but also, folks in the community to see what we’re doing here at St. Bernard.”

The school, this year, also has started a program looking at different virtues throughout the school year.

“The first thing we’re working on is the virtue of belonging,” Stanley said. “So we’re challenging our students, in this first month of school, to make a new friend, or find a person who is new to this building and make them feel welcome.”

“If they exhibit that to a certain degree, we have an award called Bearers of the Light, and they’re going to get a small prize and be recognized at Mass over at St. Bernard (Catholic Church.)

“We’re also going to do something called ‘Positive Paws from the Principal,” so I’m going to be looking to see whose shown strong, good character, and they’re going to get a slip to take home and they’re going to get a small prize.”

St. Bernard also is working closing with Huntington Catholic on technology, to allow the students to be prepared to enter junior high and high school with a basic knowledge of the technology those schools use.

“We want them to be prepared when they transition out of the elementary setting into the junior high setting,” Stanley said. “So, we’re working to

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Youngsters work on their laptops in the St. Bernard fifth and sixth grade class.

Photo by Joseph Slacian bring in programming to help our kids be prepared when they leave our school. We understand different junior highs use different programs, and we want our kids to be as prepared as possible with the technology aspect. We know that we prepare them with strong study habits and strong character, but we want to make sure they have those technology skills as well.”

The school has several extra-curricular activities as well, including a robotics team, and a leadership club. It also has an afterschool care program.

Financial aid is available to families who qualify to help with the school’s tuition.

“This year the state has a program called the School Choice Program,” Stanley said. “The family is issued a voucher that offers 90 percent tuition assistance. We have fam-

ilies that are paying very, very little to attend our school.”

Through the program, Stanley would meet with the parents to fill out various forms and them submit them to the state for consideration.

If families don’t qualify for the School Choice Program, they could also apply to the Scholarship Granting Organization where their child could receive a scholarship to help cut down on tuition.

In-house financial aid options also are available.

“We are very proud to say that if a family wants to come here, we will find a way to make it work financially for them. There are a lot of opportunities, and we will figure it out for them.”

The school is still enrolling students.

For more information, call the school office at 260-5635746.

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Manchester’s Lexi Gearhart and Northfield’s Hannah Wilson watch as Wabash’s Kenley McWhirt fires a putt on Saturday at the Wabash Invitational

Lady Norse capture Wabash Invitational The Northfield girls golf team placed first at the Wabash Invitational at Honeywell Golf Course.

Wabash placed second with a 416 followed by Manchester with a 484.

The Lady Norse finished the tournament with a score of 403.

Placing first overall for the tournament and winning medalist honors was Alex Cartwright with an 84. Ainsley Dale placed third overall with a score of 89.

Finishing out the scoring was Hannah Wilson with a 112, Ella Satterthwaite with a 118, and Kylie Leland with a 126.

Annie Cole finished the day with an 87, putting her in second-place.

Northfield’s Alex Cartwright was the medalist at the Wabash Invitational, shooting an 84. Photos by Joseph Slacian Kenley McWhirt event, but no scores and Corrine Kugler have been reported. each shot 109, Talia Northfield 203 Carrillo shot a 111, Oak Hill 249 Aubrey Till shot a The Northfield 117, and Emma girls golf team Adams added a 124. defeated Oak Hill Manchester was 203-249 Tuesday, led by Kayla Aug. 10, at Hippensteel who Honeywell Golf shot a 98, followed Course. Cartwright

by Delani was the meet Henderson with a medalist with a round of 43. Dale 118, Lexi Gearhart came in with a 46. with a 128, and Wynter Harris with a 140.

Southwood also competed at the

Satterthwaite came in with a 55, Leland fired a 59, and Hannah Wilson with a 60 to round out the scoring.

Tippecanoe Valley 189 Northfield 197 The Norse fell to Tippecanoe Valley 189-197 Thursday evening at Honeywell Golf Course. Dale led the way with a 46.

Cartwright came in with a 47, Wilson a 50, Satterthwaite a 54, and Leland with a 59.

Logansport 189 Wabash 198 Cole led all golfers with a 42 against Logansport, but it wasn’t enough to get the Lady Apaches past the Lady Berries in a 189-198 loss

Monday, Aug. 9 McWhirt was second for the Apaches with a 51, followed by a 52 from Carrillo.

Aubrey Till shot a 53, Kugler shot a 58, while Sydney Till added a 52.

Maconaquah 193 Wabash 201 The Lady Apaches lost a 193201 Three Rivers Conference match Thursday, Aug. 12.

Cole shot a 40 for medalist honors,

followed by McWhirt with a 51, Kugler with a 53, Aubrey Till with a 57, and Carrillo shot 60.

Emma Adams shot a 53, and Sydney Till added a 72.

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Honeywell House Burnett Show.

Don’t miss this humorous and inspiring evening as you learn about the comedian’s life and career.

Admission is free and reservations are recommended due to limited capacity.

Halloween at the House – Sunday, Oct. 31, City of Wabash Trick-orTreat hours Bring your ghosts, goblins and little angels by the Honeywell House

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during Wabash’s trick-or-treat hours for spooky treats!

Around the World in 88 Keys – Thursday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m., Honeywell Center, Honeywell Room, presented by Jodie DeSalvo Piano soloist and teacher Jodie DeSalvo has appeared with orchestras in Chicago, Geneva, and San Francisco.

She won the Artist International Competition in 1988 and made her

debut at Carnegie Hall. She regularly performs at the Artis-Naples Performing Arts Center. Admission is free and reservations are recommended due to limited capacity.

Holiday Open House – Sunday, Nov. 21, 1-3 p.m., Honeywell House Spend an afternoon strolling through the beautiful Honeywell House while it’s decorated for the holidays. You’ll

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Admission is free and reservations are recommended due to limited capacity.

Favorite Hymn Sing-A-Long – Thursday, Sept. 23, 7 p.m., Honeywell House, presented

by Rick Elliot and Mark Nevil Mark Nevil will lead the singing with Rick Elliott accompanying on piano for a singalong evening of favorite hymns.

Bring your requests!

Admission is free and reservations are recommended due to limited capacity.

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It’s Cole Porter! – Tuesday, Oct. 5, 7 p.m., Honeywell House, presented

by Lisa van der Ploeg and Dr. Pamela Haynes Soprano Lisa van der Ploeg will be joined by pianist Dr. Pamela Haynes to present a program of Cole Porter music. Lisa has appeared with the Indianapolis Symphony and San Francisco opera and now resides in Logansport. Dr. Haynes currently teaches at Manchester University.

Admission is free and reservations are recommended due to limited capacity.

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Laugh with Carol Burnett – Thursday, Oct. 28, 7 p.m., Honeywell House, presented

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enjoy refreshments and entertainment by the SymphonAirs of Wabash High School under the direction of Mark Nevil and accompanied by Judy Ward; pianist Minda Lehman; and pianist Carolyn Eppley. Admission is free.

A Singing and Swinging Christmas – Tuesday, Nov. 30, 7 p.m., Honeywell House, presented

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It’s time to Get Corny!!

By Laura Kurella It wouldn’t be summer without corn on the cob, and like most, my earliest memory of corn stretches all the way back to the beginning of my memory!

I’ve always loved corn, and fondly recall my mother hauling her huge 10-gallon soup pot up the basement stairs as we kids busily shucked dozens of ears.

During childhood, Mother often served vegetables alone as a meal, allowing us to eat as much of it as we wanted, so of course we held contests to see who could eat the most ears!

Without fail, the skinniest sister, dear Nancy, always managed to win, which always ad us scratching our heads- those were the days!

Now that I have grandchildren of my own, I find certain comfort in recalling those old stories to them, and enjoy how their faces light up when they hear about the things I used to do as a kid.

Looking for something for grandkids to do (and grandparents can handle doing) can be quite a task. However, one thing that unites us all, at any age, is food, which is why a great place to take the kids is to a local farm stand, and task them with helping pick out food!

With granddaughters Elizabeth and Sophia in tow, we headed over to a local farm stand, but I let them think we were going there simply to pick fresh corn.

In truth, I was taking them there because in addition to all the amazing fresh produce, the stand I stopped at also offers frozen fresh fruit drinks on tap, and a bakery that makes delightful treats from what they grow, and lots of other goodies that I knew the grandkids would love.

Taking them first to pick out some corn, the girls surprised

me by thoroughly enjoying the activity.

“Lizzy,” Sophia blurted out with a giggle, “Looks like we’re gettin’ corny with Grandma today!”

Doing such a good job at selecting the corn I let the girls go look the place over and find a few more goodies from the stand.

Enjoying the process, Elizabeth and Sophia volunteered to help cook them later that day, taking pride even in the shucking, which so reminded me of those old days when I used to do it for my mom when I was a kid.

Having those old memories bubble to the surface made me, for a breif moment, feel like I was a kid again, too.Ah, the joy of grandchildren!

Here now are some flavorful ways to help you get a little corny too, and perhaps help you recapture a bit of your youth.

Enjoy!

Laura’s Crabby Corn Chowder 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 large sweet onion, minced 5 inner stalks celery, minced 1 large clove of elephant garlic, minced (or 2 regular) 3 cups milk, whole 12 ears corn, raw 1 teaspoon unrefined sea salt 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 bunch fresh chives, snipped 8 ounces crab meat, your choice In a large, deep skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until almost caramelized. Add Garlic.

Saute 1 minute then pour in milk and allow to almost reach a simmer. Using a large-hole cheese grater, grate raw ears of corn directly into hot mixture. Add stripped corncobs to milk mixture too. (This adds an extra dimension of flavor). Allow mix-

ture to simmer, stirring occasionally for 30 minutes. One by one, remove cobs, scraping chowder drippings back into pan before discarding cob. Finish by adding fresh snipped chives.

Ladle into bowls then top with a scoop of crab meat and a sprinkle of fresh chives, if desired.

Servings per recipe: 8.

Sweet Corn Risotto 4 cups chicken broth, divided use 6 ears fresh corn, kernels removed, divided use 4 tablespoons butter 1 small onion, minced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup Arborio rice 1/2 cup heavy cream Salt and pepper, to taste In a blender cup combine 2 cups of broth with half the corn kernels. Blend well for two minutes then, using a screen strainer, strain mixture through a sieve allowing liquid to drain into a medium saucepan.

Reserve solids in strainer for another use or discard. Add remaining stock to saucepan and place over medium heat. Heat to boiling, then lower heat to keep liquid hot. In a large deep skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until onion become translucent.

Add rice and stir for 2 minutes then add remaining corn kernels. Add 1 cup of the hot broth to the rice/corn mixture, stirring it in and cooking until it is almost completely absorbed.

Continue adding broth mixture one cup at a time, until each cup is almost absorbed before adding another. Stirring almost constantly, cooking and adding liquid for about 20-25 minutes or until rice is “al dente, “ in a creamy base of sauce. Add remaining cream, the season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve at once.

Servings per recipe: 6.

Christmas carols and popular holiday songs performed by vocalist Ron Orman, vocalist Susie Jones, pianist Rick Elliott, and narrator Pete Jones. Admission is free and reservations are recommended due to limited capacity.

Holiday Floral Arranging – Saturday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m., Charley Creek Gardens, presented

by Jennifer LoveGeorge Jennifer will guide you as you create your own beautiful seasonal arrangement!

Admission is $25 per person, which includes all materials. Reservations are required due to limited capacity.

Mark Honeywell’s German Birthday Party – Friday, Jan. 21, 6:30 p.m.,

MARK C. HONEYWELL

Honeywell House Break out your lederhosen and dirndls to celebrate Mr. Honeywell’s 147th birthday with German music and dinner! Admission is $40 per person and reservations are required.

Reservations or purchases can be made online or by calling the Honeywell Box Office at 260-5631102.

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Century Club to meet Aug. 19

The Lagro Century Club will meet Thursday, Aug. 19, at the home of Susie Snyder. Roll call will be: What I Like About the County Fair. Food items will be collected for the local food pantry.

The Sons of the American Legion Post No. 248 is hosting a chicken barbecue on Saturday, Aug. 21, from 3:00 p.m. until sold out. The dinner is $10 for barbecued chicken (cooked by Rusty Roser), baked beans, and chips. It is packed in a to-go box, or you are welcome to stay and enjoy your meal at the Legion. For more information, call the American Legion at 260782-2344.

Mark your calendar for Sept. 18, 2021.

The Lagro Volunteer Fire Dept. is sponsoring a tenderloin dinner from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. The dinner is all you can eat for dining in. Carry out meals will be available. Also that night is a car show at the ball field behind the Fire Dept.

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.

August sermons will focus on the life and times of Elisha the Prophet. The sermon for Aug. 22 is “Inheritance from a Dying Man” based on Exodus 23:27-30 and 2 Kings 13:14-23. The Bible study on every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. is titled “The Person, the Promise, the Purpose, The Holy Spirit.” The Church Picnic is Aug. 22, starting at 4 p.m.

The Homecoming Celebration for Dora Christian Church’s 150th anniversary (1871 – 2021) is Sunday, Sept. 19; Thankful for the Past ~ Rejoicing in the Present ~ Pre-paring for the Future.

Worship is at 10:30 a.m. followed by a carry-in lunch. Musical entertainment begins at 2 p.m.

Lagro United Meth-odist Church welcomes their new minister. Pastor Andrea Lantz is a native to Wabash County. She grew up attending churches in Wabash and graduated from Wabash High School.

She then earned degrees from Valparaiso University and a Master of Divinity Degree at Asbury Theological Seminary.

The Rev. Lantz has been pastoring United Methodist churches for 12 years.

Pastor Andrea and her husband have three young children. Her husband, the Rev. Chris Lantz, is an ordained pastor, currently serving at Huntington Evangelical UMC. Lagro United Methodist Church invites you to its Sunday morning services at 9 a.m. and Sunday school for all ages at 10 a.m. Youth group activities for students in the 4th through 12th grades are also offered. Those activities and times vary each month depending on the service project. For more information on youth programs, parents can email the church at LagroUMC@gmail.com.

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Community Pantry opens on NM’s Market Street Preservation work recognized: Several Wabash County residents recently attended a presentation by the Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology. The ceremony took place at the Indiana State Fair in the DNR amphitheater. Several organizations across Indiana were presented certificates for buildings, cemeteries, bridges, or farms that have been recently accepted into the National Register of Historic Places. Wabash County received three certificates. Mike Beachamp accepted the certificate for the 13-24 Drive In Theatre. Beth Gillespie, president of the Lagro Canal Foundation, Deb Strange, vice-president, and Lavonne Sparling, grant writer, accepted the certificates for two buildings in Lagro: The F&AM Tuscan Lodge No.143 and the I.O.R.M. Hall Tonkawa No. 32. The certificates were presented by Daniel W. Bortner, Indiana DNR Director and Beth McCord, Director of the Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology. Photo provided The Lagro Community Church invites you to Sunday School from 9-10 a.m. and worship service at 100 a.m. Dan Snyder will give the message on Aug. 22 and 29. The Food Pantry is open the third Saturday of every month from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. in the basement. Please enter through the back door of the church. The Food Pantry is for Wabash County residents. For further information on donating food or for assistance please call 260571-4639.

The LIFE Center, located at 489 Bond Street in Wabash, is sponsor-ing Forgiven and Set Free Abortion Recovery. This is a 5-week class that will provide encouragement and hope for women desiring to find wholeness from a fractured and painful past. The chapters of life can leave some people feeling scared, confused and alone. The class will travel the journey of healing and being freed from the bondage of guilt and grief that follows abortion.

Being set free will give light and life to emotional scars and painful memories. You may call or text 206-5637275, email Center@Wabashlife.com, or message the LIFE Center for more information. No registration is necessary; you can just show up on Aug. 17 from 6-7:30pm at LIFE Center. The discussion book will be provided by LIFE Center.

Lagro Happy Birthdays: Aug. 19 – Kyler Chapman; Jean Panning; Jane Tracy; Aug. 20 – Fran Gillespie; Tami (Harmon) Caito.

Happy Anniversary: Aug. 20 – Earl and Bonnie Newton.

Do you have a birthday or anniversary to celebrate? Do you have a special event to share? If so, send me an email at the address 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!

A Community Pantry was recently opened in North Manchester. Located at the Market Street ‘porch area’ of the North Manchester Public Library, the small outdoor pantry is open 24/7. The outdoor shed has been well-stocked by the community with items such as canned goods, pasta, diapers, toilet paper, hygiene products, and snack items. The Community Pantry is available for anyone to take anything they may need, no application needed.

FORGIVEN AND SET FREE ABORTION RECOVERY: LIFE Center, located at 489 Bond Street in Wabash, is sponsoring Forgiven and Set Free Abortion Recovery. This is a 5 week class that will provide encouragement and hope for women desiring to find wholeness from a fractured and painful past. The chapters of life can leave us scared, confused and feeling alone.

The class will travel the journey of healing and being freed from the bondage of guilt and grief that follows abortion.

Being set free will give light and life to emotional scars and painful memories. You may call or text 206-563-7275, email Center@Wabashlife.com, or message us for more information. No registration is necessary you can just show up on Aug. 17 from 6-7:30 p.m. at LIFE Center. The discussion book will be provided by LIFE Center DRIVE THRU FOC FELLOWSHIP MEAL hosted by the Fellowship of Churches is held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Zion Lutheran Church from 4:30-6 p.m. The church is located at 113 W. Main Street.

Guests should drive up in front of the Zion Lutheran Church for pickup.

GRIEFSHARE SUPPORT GROUP: The summer session of GriefShare meets on Wednesdays from 6:30-8 p.m.

McKee Mortuary, Inc and the Congregational Christian Church have partnered together to offer the community GriefShare, a 13 week session

of discussion, video seminars and individual work to guide those dealing with the loss of a loved one. Participant will need to purchase a workbook at a cost of $15. Scholarships are available for those who need. The church is located at 310 N. Walnut Street.

Please contact the church at 260-9822882 for more information or to register.

FARMER’S MARKET AT OGAN’S LANDING: The North Manchester Farmers Market is now open on Saturday morning from 8 am to 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).

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

Closed Sundays and Mondays.

Guidelines will be in place for the safety of visitors and staff.

Use back door for all donations. No public restroom will be available. The Thrift Store is located at 410 N. Market Street, North Manchester.

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

Thursday’s Child has tons of lovely clothing sizes infant through 4T and some 5T. They also have diapers, wipes, blankets, shoes, etc. Everything is FREE. Thursday’s Child is open on Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m.

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

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 Wednesday at noon. Please submit timely news items.

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Urbana Lions host golf scramble

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Hays, Nick Lynn, While they waited Zack Figert and for the weather to Travis Dyson with clear, they enjoyed two under par. coffee and donuts The putting conthat was supplied test was won by by the Lions and Kyle Evans.

Waldo’s manageLongest drive was ment. The weather won by Tyler Light. cleared off just in Closest to the pen time to start the was taken by Mike scramble at 9 am.

Bechtel. Some of Each team was the participants assigned its tee off donated their winposition. nings back to the Lions Joe Adams Lions Club. The and Jerry Long Urbana Lions Club drove their golf would like to thank cart around with all of the players water and small that came out to snacks for the the scramble and to golfers to enjoy enjoy the day. while they played.

Thanks to Waldo Lion President Golf Course for the Denny Craft with help with the Lion Ronnie scramble. Thanks Anderson had a to all of the hole team of three and sponsorships, putplayed in the ting contest, closest scramble. After the to the pen, longest scramble was all over and everyone’s drive and all of the other sponsorships score cards were and to those who turned in, the made donations to golfers had a meal make this event prepared by Lion successful. Thanks Bonita Snell. They enjoyed her special- to Lion John Eltzroth for conty, baked beans, BBQ pork sandducting the putting wich along with contest. Thanks to chips and soft Lions Joe Adams, drink. Several Jerry Long, golfers enjoyed the Michael and Bonita BBQ pork so well Snell for all of that they came what they do best back for seconds for the club. and one came back Urbana Yoke for a third BBQ Parish Church sandwich. Bonita officials would like had several praises to thank the about the meal. I American Red helped with the Cross, those who serving and I think donated blood and everyone of the worked the blood golfers gave her a drive. Thanks to

the Urbana Lions for the use of the Community Building. We had a great turn out with 26 good units of blood collected.

The next blood drive will be November 10; 2021.The Program Committee has the Gospel group “The Master’s Own” coming to the Church’s Grove on Sunday, Aug. 29.

This will begin at 10 am. The group will be singing during our worship service. There will be a carry-in meal following.

Prayer concerns: Julie Miller, Marilyn Karns, Lowell Karns, Alma DeVore, Phyllis Baker, Ron Baer, Nancy Christie, Ruth Summers, Terry Knee, Paxton Wright, Ava Gibson, Jan Fitch, Jim and Pat Hartley, Coy Eads and his parents and sisters, Joni Fox. Our nation and the leaders, our military personnel, our frontline responders, health providers. If anyone would like to have their name added or removed from prayer concerns, please contact me.

Breakfast Bunch met at the Fried Egg on Aug. 11 those attending were Peggy Dilling, Helen Dawes, Tom and Joyce Wilcox, Larry and Nancy Meyer, Marca Snook and Pat McNabney.

Together they celebrated Nancy Meyer’s (80th)birthday and enjoyed each other’s company.

Birthday wishes: Jeremy Warnock Aug. 1, Lana Long Aug. 3, Barry Swanquist Aug. 3, Alan Mattern Aug. 6, Emma Hoover Aug. 6, Tanner Chamberlain Aug. 9, Tami Overman Aug. 14, Eden Hoover Aug. 14, Tony Hoover Aug. 14, Jerry Warnock

Books still available: The

Aug. 21, Brian LaFerney Aug. 21 and Stepanie Warnock Aug. 24.

Anniversaries: Roger and Donna Harman Aug. 7, Shawn and Jenny Price Aug. 14, John and Judy Eltzroth Aug. 15, Ian and Taylor Fitch Aug. 20.

Tractor Pull: The big Boys and their toys are schedule for Aug.

Urbana History book was compiled with documents and pictures of Urbana history specifically for the Urbana Reunion which was held this year. This history book can be purchased for $25.00. If you are interested, Call Wanda at 260-7743509 or Shirley at 260-774-3626 21, 2021. This pull will be held at the Urbana Lions Community Park pulling pad starting around 9 am.

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City of Wabash Building Commissioner Notice of Public Hearing before the Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Wabash, Indiana Notice is hereby given on the 3rd day of August, 2021, Lisa Rhoads filed with the Board of Zoning Appeals of the City of Wabash, Indiana, a petition requesting an appeal of a decision by the Building Commissioner of the City of Wabash, Indiana, to-wit: for the grant of a variance.

The location and description of the property for which the variance has been requested is 1677 King Street, Wabash, IN 46992. Legal description A part of Indian Reserve #23, Township Twenty-seven (27) North, of Range Six (6) East, Wabash County, Indiana, more particularly bounded and described as Beginning at a point Two Hundred Eighty and Fifty hundredths (260.50) feet South of the intersection of the center lines of King Street and Haas Street in Allen W. King's Subdivision of part of said Indian Reserve Twenty-three (23) and on the center line of said King Street produce south; thence continuing on said center line produced South two hundred thirtytwo and thirty hundredths (232.30) feet; thence East parallel to the center line of Haas Street in said Subdivision three hundred ten (310) feet; thence North two hundred thirty-three (233) feet; thence west parallel to the center line of said Haas Street three hundred ten and sixty hundredths (310.60) feet to the place of beginning, containing one and sixtyfive hundredths 1.65) of an acre, more or less.

ALSO: Part of Indian Reserve Number 23, Township 27 North, Range 6 East, Wabash County Indiana, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the centerlines of Haas Street and King Street, marked by a railroad spike; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 37 seconds West, along the centerline of King Street extended, a distance of 283.33 feet to a PK nail; thence South 89 degrees 32 minutes 11 seconds East, parallel with the centerline of Haas Street, a distance of 310.00 feet to a rebar state for the POINT OF BEGINNING: thence South 89 degrees 32 minutes 11 seconds East, parallel with said centerline of Haas Street, a distance of 13.53 feet to the west line of Biggs Addition; thence South 00 degrees 15 minutes 48 seconds West, along the west line of Biggs Addition, a distance of 232.30 feet; thence North 89 degrees 32 minutes 11 seconds West, parallel with said centerline of Haas Street, a distance of 13.50 feet to a rebar stake; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 37 seconds east, parallel with the centerline of King Street extended, a distance of 232.30 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Containing 0.07 acres, more or less.

EXCEPT THEREFROM: Part of Indian Reserve 23, Township 27 North, Range 6 East, Wabash County, Indiana, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the southwest corner of Lot 28 in Biggs Subdivision, Section "B" as recorded on page 68 of Plat Book 7 in the Records of the Office of the Wabash County, Indiana Recorder, being marked by a one inch diameter iron pipe; thence north 89 degrees 45 minutes 58 seconds west (assumed bearing), 30.00 feet to an iron rebar stake; thence north 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds east, 169.94 feet to an iron rebar stake; thence south 89 degrees 45 minutes 58 seconds east, 30.00 feet to the west line of said Lot 28, marked by an iron rebar stake; thence south 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds east, along said west line, 169.94 feet to the point of beginning. Containing 0.12 of an acre more or less. Subject to easements, rights of way, covenants and restrictions of record.

ALSO EXCEPT THEREFROM: That portion of land situate in Reserve 23, Township 27 North, Range 6 East of the Second Principal Meridian in the City of Wabash, Indiana, being more particularly described as follows:

Filed: 8/3/2021 5:40 PM Wabash Circuit Court Wabash County, Indiana STATE OF INDIANA

) IN THE WABASH CIRCUIT COURT ) SS: COUNTY OF WABASH ) CAUSE NO. 85C01-2011-CC-750 QUALITY ELECTRIC, INC. and LARRY HOOVER Plaintiffs vs.

BRAD McCORD, REBECCA J. JONES Defendants SUMMONS TO: Rebecca J. Jones Be it known that on November 9, 2020, the above named Plaintiffs, filed in the office of the Clerk of the Wabash Circuit Court, Wabash County, Indiana, a Complaint for Money Owed and to Foreclose Mechanic's Lien on property located at 1310 Vernon St. Wabash, Indiana, being property in which Rebecca J. Jones claims an interest.

The said Plaintiffs, having also filed in said Clerk's office an affidavit of a competent person showing that Defendant, Rebecca J. Jones has left the state and believed to be living in California, address unknown, and that Defendant, Rebecca J. Jones, is a necessary party to this cause; and whereas said Plaintiffs having, by endorsement on said complaint, required Rebecca J. Jones to appear in said Court and answer or otherwise defend thereto.

NOW, THEREFORE, by order of the Court, said Defendant, Rebecca J. Jones, is hereby notified of the filing and pendency of said Complaint, and that unless Rebecca J. Jones appears and answers or otherwise defends thereto within 30 days after the last notice of this cause is published, and in case Rebecca J. Jones fails to do so, judgment by default may be entered against her for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

Lori J. Draper Clerk Wabash Circuit Court

Considering the centerline of King Street as bearing South 00° 16'37" West with all other bearings herein contained relative thereto: BEGINNING at a found 5/8 inch diameter iron rebar with a plastic cap stamped LS29500018 at the Northwest comer of Section "B" in Biggs Subdivision, as recorded on page 68 of Plat Book 7 in the records of the office of the Wabash, Indiana Recorder; thence on the West line of said Section "B", South 00°15'48" West 25.47 feet to a found 5/8 inch diameter iron rebar with a plastic cap stamped "Foresight Consulting, LLC" at the Northeast corner of a 0.12 of an acre tract of land, as described in Instrument #2010R411142; thence on the North line of said Instrument #2010R411142, North 89°32'11" West 13.54 feet to a set rebar on the West line of a 0.07 of an acre tract of land, as described in Deed Record 275 page 417; thence on the West line of said Deed Record 275 page 417, North 00°16'37" East 34.86 feet to a set rebar at the Northeast comer of a 1.65 acre tract of land, as described in Deed Record 283 page 427 and the Northwest comer of said Deed Record 275 page 417; thence on the North line of said Deed Record 275 page 417, South 89°32'1.1" East 13.53 feet to a set rebar on the West line of Section "A" in said Biggs Subdivision, also being the Northeast corner of said Deed Record 275 page 417; thence on the West line of said Section "A" and the East line of said Deed Record 275 page 417, South 00° 15'48" West 9.38 feet to the PLACE OF BEGINNING. Containing 0.01 of an acre and being subject to all easements and rights of way. LEAVING after said exceptions 1.59 acres, more or less.

Part of Parcel Numbers: 85-14-63-302-077.000-008 and 85-14-63304-003.000-008 The description of the action requested in the petition is a variance requesting a proposed use variance to live in and run a business out of this structure. A non-retail business with no semi-traffic. We have 3 employees (including owners).

The petition and all necessary information relating thereto will be available for public inspection in the office of the Building Commission of the City of Wabash, Indiana, Wabash City Hall, 202 South Wabash Street, Wabash, Indiana from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday of each week until the date of the hearing of the petition.

A public hearing will be held by said Board on the 16th day of September, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the Wabash City Hall, 202 South Wabash Street, Wabash, Indiana, at which time all interested persons will have the opportunity to be heard on the matters set forth in the petition.

James Straws CBI, CFI, CPE Building Commissioner

Larry C. Thrush Thrush Law Office One North Wabash Wabash, Indiana 46992 260-563-8485 Attorney for Plaintiffs 8/11, 8/18, 8/25/21

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Urbana news Urbana Streetlight Committee: Please keep this date handy and remind your friends. Sept. 25, 2021.

The Streetlight Committee is going to hold a Tenderloin Fry carry-out only this year at the Urbana/Community Park 4-7 pm. The meal will cost $10.

Frying of the tenderloins will be done by the Lagro Volunteer Fire Department. The cost is $10 and this will get you two tenderloins, baked beans, applesauce and chips. This activity is to raise much needed funds for the Urbana Streetlights. The Committee appreciates all the support they can acquire. All you need is $10.00 and an appetite. Watch this column for further updates.

Urbana Streetlights: Collection for the streetlights is fast approaching. The Streetlight Committee will be sending out post card notifications to Urbana Residents in late Aug. asking for help in maintaining the lights. The Committee will be asking residents to send in a donation to P.O. Box 112 Urbana, IN 46990. Thank you to all of the residents that have sent in their donation. If you receive a post card and have already sent your donation in, please disregard the notice.

We are also asking for the Urbana residents to let us know of any streetlights that have a

problem. Give us a call at (260) 774-3665. If no answer, leave a brief message of the light’s address and what is wrong. We will have a work order made up and have the light fixed. Thank you for your support.

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Southwood class to have 70th birthday party The Southwood Class of 1969 is going to have a 70th birthday party on Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Izaak Walton League in Somerset. We will start gathering around 3 p.m. and eat between 5 and 6 p.m. Meat, drinks and table service will be furnished, bring a side or desert to share. Tell anyone in the class you see, to pass the word, as we are not sending out invites, just this news item and on our Facebook page.

(Southwood Class of 1969) If you plan on attending, please contact Pat Checkouras at 260-563-7065 or Ned Vandegrift at 260-2280772 or on our Facebook page. We will need to know how much meat and etc. we need to buy CONGRESSWOMAN WALORSKI’S Field Representative will be available to answer constituents’ questions, listen to constituents’ concerns, and connect constituents with resources if they require further assis-

tance. Wednesday 25th from 10 a.m. to 12: noon at LaFontaine Town Hall.

TROYER MEMORIALLIBRARY’S Summer Reading Program has come to an end and our grand prize winner was Steele Coss!

Congrats on winning a Family Membership to the Wabash County Museum. If you haven’t picked up your summer reading Program prizes, we will still be handing them out through this week. Every single reader that signed up for the program will get a few prizes, so be sure to stop in.

VISIT SWEETSER on Saturday, Aug. 21, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

There will be things happening on that day from an outhouse race to a dunk tank. Also, a parade, music and many other activities.

Lots of vendors.

LaFontaine Lions will be there with their kettle corn and they will be serving 1812 style Ham and Beans along with cornbread.

Sweetser Lions well be

serving the 1812 BBQ. So be sure and come to Sweetser for enjoyable celebration, entertainment, and food.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

LIFE CENTER, located at 489 Bond Street in Wabash, is sponsoring Forgiven and Set Free Abortion Recovery. This is a 5week class that will provide encouragement and hope for women desiring to find wholeness from a fractured and painful past.

The chapters of life can leave us scared, confused and feeling alone. The class will travel the journey of healing and being freed from the bondage of guilt and grief that follows abortion. Being set free will give light and life to emotional scars and painful memories. You may call or text 206-563-7275. Email Center@Wabashlife.co m, or message us for more information. No registration is necessary you can just show up on August 17 from 6-7:30 p.m. at LIFE Center. The discussion book will be provided

by LIFE Center.

LAFONTAINE TOWN BOARD met on Monday, Aug. 9, 2021 at the LaFontaine Town Hall. Present: Board members Jay

Gillespie, John Krhin, Diana Health, Town Clerk, Jordon Tandy, Attorney, Pam, Desiree Gamble and serval residents. Board member Lora Brane not present.

Heath read reports from the part-time town marshals, they spent a total between them of 84 hours for the month of July.

Gamble gave the report of the water and sewage. She is working on the grant for this area. Part of the equipment was recently hit by lighting. Looking into insurance to repair.

Received a statement from Gaunt and Son Asphalt Inc. stating that the town still owed them. Gillespie stated that the town had paid all the bills that it had agreed to when the contract was signed. He also stated that the town requested for some addition little area to be paid and when that bill came in it was paid.

Board members asked Tandy to draft a letter to them. He stated he would.

Diana stated that she is working on next year’s budget. Pam asked about when the adjustment for pool fill would be put on resident bill. It was voted

to make it for September billing.

Parking on street on Branson from the Fire Barn to Main Street will be for two hours from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Yellow markings will be done on curbs for 20 feet each way on intersections. Snow removal roads are Branson Street, Main Street, Wabash Street, and Kendall Street.

Looking into cost of tearing down the old sale barn.

The police car is back into service.

Looking into replacing it.

All residents please read your Town of LaFontaine water and sewage bill. You must pay your bill by 4 p.m. on the due date. If you pay after the due date, you pay the amount due that is shown on your bill plus you will owe additional $10 charge for disconnect notice. This is stated very clearly on the bill.

All returned checks will be sent a letter and will be charged $40, plus their bill.

MSDWC TEACHERS AND STAFF gathered together at Southwood High School to kick off the new school year. The morning consisted of breakfast prepared by the MSDWC Food

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Services team, followed up by introductions of new staff, staff recognitions, and a session with pediatrician Dr. GiaQuinta.

Congratulations to the recipients of the district awards who were recognized: Teresa Baker-District Staff Member of the Year, Pam Campbell-District Elementary Teacher of the Year, Shelly MyersDistrict High School Year of the Year Now let the 2021-2022 school year begin!

CONGRATULATIONS OF 50 YEARS OF MARRIAGE to Mike and Beth Loschiavo.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Ruth Mosier Aug. 19, Wayne Bunnell, Doyle Silvers Aug. 20, Lisa Allen, Linda Tucker Aug. 21, Karen Guenin Aug. 22, Jim Weaver Aug. 24 Emily Benner Aug. 25 Natalie Knoblock, Ross Phillipy Aug. 26 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Greg and Mindy Manning Aug. 19, Tomas and Eva Simpson, Aug. 20, Pat and Amy Knoblock, Greg and Deb Dawes, Bob and Susie Goodpaster Aug. 21, Charles and Boots Jack Aug. 24, Paul and Carole Laycok, Mike and Tammie Rue Aug. 25

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EXTRA LARGE Rummage Sale: Thurs. & Fri. 9-5, A little bit of everything, new items have been added!

Take 24 W to Old 24, turn left, 1st building on right.

GARAGE SALE: Friday, 8/20, 9am-2pm & Saturday, 8/21, 9am-Noon.

Lots of nice, name brand clothing & accessories (women size S-L, men size M-XL). Fireplace screen, home decor, North Face backpacks, arts & crafts, nice girl costumes, rugs, pet carrier, Anker portable charger, BOSE digital home theater speaker system, and a variety of sports equipment. 5510 N. 200 W. (5 1/2 miles north of Walmart on Laketon Road/Heartland Career Center Road). Rain or shine! No early sales.

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NICE, CLEAN Garage Sale: Friday, August 20, 9am-4pm; Saturday, August 21, 9am-2pm. 875 S. 650 E., Lagro. Dresser, corner curio cabinet, long black table, microwave, lots of home decor, baby walker, some women & baby clothes, lots of miscellaneous.

RUMMAGE SALE: Friday & Saturday, August 20 & 21, 8am-? 889 W. 400 S. Girls fall & winter clothes (newborn-4T), adult clothing, kids ride on toys, toys, Barbie dollhouse, housewares, Harley Davidson helmets. Too much to mention. Don’t miss!

RUMMAGE SALE: Friday & Saturday, August 20 & 21, 8am-6pm. 1090 W. 400 S. Four sales on same road. NEW Tupperware, girls size 3-6, ladies 12-16, blankets, buttons, coats, linens, belts, books, Minolta camera & lens zoom 70-210 & 28-80.

Wabash City GARAGE SALE: Saturday 8am-6pm. 576 W. Main Street, Wabash. Garmin 7” GPS with truck routes, bookcases, computer desk, collectibles, primitives, household items, DVDs, XBox 360 & XBox 1 games, Legos, baby boy clothes (newborn-12 mos), baby items, monitor with camera, walker, Johnny Jump Up jumper/swing, girls clothes 10-16, boys 12-16, men med-3X, women/teen small-XL, motor pulley car ramps, sectional couch, electric stove, couch, microwave, washer and dryer, dressers.

GARAGE SALE: 49 Broadmoor Drive, Saturday, August 21, 7am2pm. Furniture, archery items, games, books, cookware, outdoor/camping items, toys, Beanie Babies, boys clothes (brand name 8-16), some men & women clothing, etc.

GARAGE SALE: 876 Sunset Drive, August 21, 8am-3pm. Four score and seven years ago, our forefathers started collecting things. It’s now come to our attention that we should have stopped gathering and should have started selling! So come one, come all to our garage sale and see what we have to offer!

MULTIFAMILY RUMMAGE Sale: 213 Gladstone Drive, Friday, August 20, 9am-6pm; Saturday, August 21, 9am2pm. Antiques, lamps, pictures, books, dishes, games, and much more.

North Manchester YARD SALE: 303 S. High Street, North Manchester (in back car port/tent).

Thursday & Friday, 8am4pm; Saturday, 8am-1pm.

Cedar hope chest, dishes, glasses, home decorations, 18” doll clothes.

LaFontaine YARD SALE: Primitives, antiques, old boxes, stools, chairs, tools, furniture, bikes, dishes, pictures, blankets, sheets, pillows, movies, music, old buckets, canning jars, crocks, fall decorations, Christmas items, purses, clothes, shoes, boots, coats, pots & pans, mowers, lawn furniture, quilts, thermos, and more. August 19-20-21, 8am-4pm. 1267 E. 800 S., LaFontaine.

Other Rummage GARAGE SALE: Friday, 8/20, & Saturday, 8/21 8am-3pm. 7755 W. 500 N., Converse (Jalapa Road).

Lawn tractors, tools & tool boxes, clocks, clothes, crafts, and much more!

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