The Paper of Wabash County -- Sept. 21, 2022

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Parade, other activities draws crowd downtown

By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

Downtown Wabash was abuzz with activity on Saturday during the 2022 Founders Festival.

Activities began mid-morning on Miami Street and continued along Market Street to Paradise Spring Historical Park.

The highlight of the day was the annual parade, which kicked off at 3 p.m. and went through the entire downtown area.

“I just want to say how grateful I am for this community,” Festival chair Cody Lee said. “The community came out and supported everything we were doing.

“The streets were lined with people. People are still in the streets visiting downtown shops. It has been a great day.”

Lee also thanked Wabash County Museum offi cials, which oversaw the festival, for allowing him to chair the event.

“I also want to thank the festival committee,” he continued. “The committee has taken the lead with everything. As you see today, and anyone who saw today, this festival has been excellent all around.”Several changes were made to the festival, and Lee believes those were well received.

“I think a lot of people loved the different things that happened,” he said “We got more peo ple engaged in different ways. We had art hap pening. We had fun family things.

“One of the coolest things were these resting, Cont. on Pg. 11.

Grand Marshal Marge Francis (center) rides in the Founders Festival parade with her daughter, Terri Ahlfeld (left) and granddaughter Madison. Florence Renbarger (top photo) and Brooks Lehner ride on a pioneer merry-go-round at the Paradist Spring Historical Park. Photos by Joseph Slacian

Students tour home: Area third grade students toured the Honeywell House last week as part of the Wabash unit of the Women’s Committee of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra program. Ana Gackenheimer (top left photo) gives a tour of the Honeywell House’s Solarium, or sun room. Nan Rose (top right photo) explains proper dining room table etiquette to 8year-old Jase Hall. Carolyn Eppley (left photo) demonstrates the functions of Eugenia Honeywell’s classic Steinway grand piano. Photos by Phil Smith

MSD gets variance for proposed school

BySlacianJoseph jslacian@thepaper-ofwabash.com

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Swisher to appear at Town Hall meeting

The Wabash County Democratic party will be hosting a Town Hall for Joe Swisher, candidate for District 17 State Senate.Theevent will take place Monday, Sept. 26, 6 p.m. at Wabash Wing’s Etc., 1439 N. CassSwisherSt. served in the U.S. Air Force, and as an Indiana State Police trooper.

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Bernard Catholic Church to build an 18-foot deck at the church’s rectory at 207 N. Cass St.

WACT to present ‘Guys and Dolls’ this weekend

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Northfield royalty: Avery Shrider (left) and Pablo Rodriguez were crowned 2022 Northfield High School Homecoming Queen and King during halftime ceremonies of the Norsemen’s football game against Manchester High School. Northfield won the contest, 48-27. Photo by Eric Christiansen

Downtown Wabash Inc.

webpage receives award

Downtown Wabash, Inc. officials announce that their website, designed and developed by Bellaire Studio, was awarded the Non-Profit Standard of Excellence Award in the Web Marketing Association’s 2022 WebAwards Competition.Thewebsite, DowntownWabash.org, was part of the nonprofit organization’s rebrand in February 2022 from Wabash Marketplace, Inc. to Downtown Wabash, Inc., a Nationally Accredited Main Street Organization.BellaireStudio

owner Javon Bell is proud to have the experience of winning the Non-Profit Standard of Excellence Award while expanding his knowledge of Wabash County nonprofit organizations.

According to WMA, entries from around the world were adjudicated in 86 industry categories and entries were judged on design, copywriting, innovation, content, interactivity, navigation and use of technology.

WHS king & queen candidates: Candidates for the Wabash High School 2022 Homecoming King and Queen titles are (front, from left) Hannah Layne, Rylee Yoakum, Libby Mattern, Abbie Boggs and Charity France. Also (back from left) Sungho Cho, Andrew Dillon, Antonio Grant, Dave Ford, Justin Booth and Eli Callahan. The king and queen will be crowned on Friday, Sept. 23, during halftime ceremonies at the NorthfieldWabash football game Kickoff is at 7 p.m. at Alumni Field. The annual Homecoming parade will take place at 4:30 p.m. Friday on Harrison Avenue, North Wabash Street, Euclid Street and Alber Street. Photo by Joseph Slacian

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ASSEMBLY OF GOD

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

BAPTIST

Emmanuel Free Will Baptist Church 129 Southwood Dr., Wabash, Phone 563-3009. Terry Hinds, Pastor, Dylan Persinger, Youth Pastor. Sunday School 9:30am. Sunday Worship 10:30am. Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 6pm. Bus transportation is available, call 563-3009. Online at emmanuelchurchwabash.com . Find us on facebook.

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

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

Faith Baptist Church 200 Linwood Lane, Wabash; Phone 765470-2154. Old school King James Bible preaching at 10:30a.m.; Independant Pre-Millennial Dispensational; Pastor Dr. Ben Church

CATHOLIC

St. Bernard Catholic Corner of Cass & Sinclair Sts.; Fr. Jay Horning, Pastor. Parish Office and Rectory: 207 N. Cass St., phone 563-4750. Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Weekday Masses: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday at 8:15 a.m.

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

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

CHRISTIAN

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

LaFontaine Christian Church 202 Bruner Pike, LaFontaine; Phone 765-981-2101; Pastor Brad Wright; Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship 10:30 am. Nursery Available.

Wabash Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 110 W. Hill St., Wabash; Stephen Eberhard, Minister; phone: 260-5634179; website: www.wabashchristian.org . Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Nursery provided. Find us on YouTube and Facebook.

CHRISTIAN HERITAGE CHURCH

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

FIRST BRETHREN CHURCH

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

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CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash St., Wabash (corner of N. Wabash St. & State Route 24); Evangelist Josh Fennell; office phone 563-8234. Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Worship Hour 10:00 a.m.; Evening Worship Hour 6:30 p.m.; Mid-Week Bible Study Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Classes & activities for all ages.

COMMUNITY CHURCH

Grace Fellowship Church - Where Christ is our Passion and People are our Purpose, 4652 S. 100 W., Wabash; phone 260-563-8263; Pastor Shawn Light. Sunday Morning: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Service: Faith In Action 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m. www.gracefellowshipwabash.com

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Bachelor Creek Church of Christ 4 miles north of Wabash on St. Rd. 15; phone 260-563-4109; website: bachelorcreek.com; Lead Minister, Joel Cogdell; Worship Minister, Michael Eaton; Middle School/Groups Minister, Nate Plyler; Next Steps/Outreach Minister, Ryan Keim; Women’s Director, Taylor McFarland; Student Minister, David Diener; Children’s Minister, Tyler Leland; Early Childhoood Director, Janet Legesse. NOW OFFERING 2 SERVICE TIMES. Adult Bible Fellowship & Worship 9:15am & 10:45am.

Roann Christian Church 240 E Allen St, Roann, Indiana. Bible School9:00 am, Worship Service - 10:00 am. Chris Ponchot, Minister; 856-405-5267.

LUTHERAN

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

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

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

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Christian Fellowship Church 1002 State Road 114 East N. Manchester, IN 46962. Christian Fellowship Church Services - Sunday Worship: 10 AM. Celebrate Recovery Tuesday at 6 PM and WOW Wednesday 6:30 PM. Pastor Jacob Good, 260-982-8558. www.cfcpeople.org

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

Wabash Friends Church 3563 S State Rd 13, Wabash, (260) 563-8452.

Lead Pastor, Brandon Eaton. Join us for in-person worship at 8:30AM or 10:45AM, or via live-stream on Facebook at 10:45AM.

Children's programming available infants - 6th grade. Sunday school for all ages at 9:45AM. Youth (7th-12th) Sunday evenings at 6:30PM.

The Lord’s Table - Verse by Verse 1975 Vernon St., Wabash, Indiana, 46992. Pastor Roxane Mann 260-571-7686. Wherever your Spiritual walk is, join us as we continue on. Verse by Verse - Book by Book - Chapter by Chapter - Through the Bible. Full Gospel. Sunday worship 10:30 a.m.. Wednesday Bible study 6:30 p.m.

St. Paul’s County Line Church 3995N 1000W, Andrews, IN; Phone 7863365. Non-Denominational. Pastor Conrad Thompson. Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. Worship at 10:00 a.m. Youth program 6-8 p.m. on Sunday. Wednesday night Bible Study at 7 p.m.

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

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

PRESBYTERIAN

Wabash Presbyterian Church Loving people with the heart of Christ in the heart of Wabash. Located at 123 W Hill St; phone: (260) 5638881; on the web at www.wabashpresbyterian.com. Sunday Worship Service: 10 AM. Children’s Sunday School during worship. Handicap accessible. Bible Study every Monday at 1pm. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/wabashpresbyterian

UNITED METHODIST

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

LaFontaine United Methodist Church La Fontaine United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 57 (Kendall & Main St), La Fontaine; phone: 765981-4021; email: lafontaineumc@gmail.com ; website: www.lafontaineumc.org ; Susan Shambaugh, Pastor; Worship: 9:30AM, Sunday School: 10:45AM, nursery provided for both.

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

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

Richvalley United Methodist Church 290 N. Jefferson Street, Wabash, IN 46992; Phone: 260-563-1033; Pastor Jack Suits. Email: rvumc@hotmail.com. Worship: 9:30am, Sunday School: 10:45am.

Wabash First United Methodist Church 110 N. Cass St, Wabash; (260) 563-3108; www.wabashfirstumc.org; Pastor Nathan Whybrew, Youth Pastor Nick Smith. Service Times: 8am and 10am in the sanctuary, 11:30am Facebook Live, www.facebook.com/wabashfirstumc. Youth Group times: High School, Thursday, 6pm @ Wabash First UMC; Middle School, Sunday 5-7pm @ Lincolnville UMC.

WESLEYAN

Wabash North Wesleyan Church 600 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Morning Worship 10:30am; Sunday School 9:30am; Wednesday Bible Study 6:00pm. Church is wheelchair and handicap accessible. A place to feel safe and loved!

New Journey Community Church Old W.C. Mills School. 1721 Vernon Street, Wabash, IN. 9:00 a.m. - Frist Service, 10:30 a.m.Second Service. Change is possible! Whether you are overchurched, un-churched, or de-churched you’ll find a fresh start at New Journey. We keep the important things like worship, teaching, community, and serving primary, while letting the unnecessary stuff fade into the background. Our mission is to make life transformation through Jesus Christ accessible to all people. So, come as you are and be made new!

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Patricia A. Miller, 88 Was accomplished seamstress

July 19, 1934 – Sept. 15, 2022

Patricia A. Miller, 88, of Wabash, died at 8 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022, at Wellbrooke of Wabash.

She was born July 19, 1934, in Fairmount, to Dorwin and Opal (Swarts)

PatriciaDragstrem.wasknown as Pat to her friends. Pat was a 1951 graduate of Somerset High School. She married Harold L. Miller at Somerset United Methodist Church in on Aug. 29, 1952; he died Nov. 11, 2003. She had a sweet demeanor, was helpful to her neighbors, was likable, and had the kindest eyes. Pat was the receptionist for Dr. Ron Frischman for 5 years office and kept records for the Mississinewa Cemetery.

A farmer’s wife, Patricia made the farm house a home. She was an accomplished seamstress, and an avid bookworm. Pat was known for her feasts for the farm employees when it was time to bail and put up hay at harvest. Most importantly, Patricia loved God and had a deep faith. Her Bible was ever present with her right next to her “pocketbook.” She prayed as if she was speaking to her best friend (and she certainly was doing so). Pat helped record and pass on prayer requests when it was a telephone prayer chain at church. On Sunday, Pat attended Sunday school class and then first service at Wabash Friends Church where many dear friends attended alongside her.

Many folks knew and loved Pat. We knew her as Mom, Grammy, or GG. May the Lord bless you and keep you, Patricia. May the Lord lift His face to shine upon you, Mom. And give you peace, Grammy. The Lord make his face to shine upon you, GG. And be gracious unto you, Gram. Amen.

She is survived by three children, Kenneth W. (Ann) Miller of Wabash, Mary C. (Steven) Zellers of Lagro, and Mark T. (Denise) Miller of Wabash; eight grandchildren, Angela (Mike) Penix of Wabash, Heather A. Amos of Wabash, Jessie M. (Shane) Whiteman of Somerset, Andrew (Penny) Zellers of Swayzee, Shawn (Racheal) Zellers of New Haven, Joel D. Zellers of Seoul, South Korea, Hannah F. Miller of Fort Wayne, and Nevaeh Miller of Wabash; 11 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandson; sister, Barbara C. Bournique of Mason, Ohio; and brother, Stephen (Cindy) Dragstrem of Homosassa, Fla.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, grandson Christopher Zellers, and two brothers, David and Richard “Dick”

FuneralDragstrem.services

will be 10:30 am, Friday, September 23, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with David Phillips officiating. Burial will be in Mississinewa Cemetery, Somerset. Friends may call 4-7 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorial is Wabash Friends Church.

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

North Manchester Public Safety

AccidentsReports

Sept. 7

7:33 p.m. — A parked vehicle owned by Logan B. Suttles, 22, North Manchester was struck by a vehicle that left the scene in the 100 block of West 4th Street.

Sept. 9

3:08 p.m. — A parked vehicle owned by Kathy M. Dingess, 50, North Manchester was struck by a vehicle that left the scene in the 2200 block of East Street.

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Kenneth Burkholder, 87 U.S. Air Force veteran Aug. 18, 1935 – Sept. 1, 2022

Kenneth L. Burkholder, 87, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022. Born on Aug. 18, 1935, in Wabash, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Nellie (nee Steininger) Burkholder.

Kenneth proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He was a graduate of Wabash High School in 1953, who then went on to pursue a career in Elementary Education, graduating from Ball State University with both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in education.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sharon S. (nee Carman) Burkholder; daughter, Julie (Eric Zehner) Burkholder of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Griffin H. Tutwiler, Hannah E. (Triceten Bickford), both of Fort Wayne; and siblings, Patricia (Burkholder) Bricker of Wabash, and Tom Burkholder of New Haven.

A private family graveside service will be held at Falls Cemetery, 725 Falls Ave, Wabash. Arrangements have been entrusted to D.O. McComb and Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, Fort Wayne.

Memorial donations in his honor may be given to Special Olympics of Indiana (6200 Technology Center Drive, Ste 105, Indianapolis, IN 46278) or Stillwater Hospice (5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814). Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for Kenneth’s family may be shared at www.McCombandSons.com.

Joshua A. Smith 48 Designed video games

June 14, 1974 – Sept. 15, 2022

Joshua A. Smith passed away at home on Sept. 15, 2022. He was born on June 14, 1974, to Rex & Cecelia Smith.

He graduated from Southwood High School. He attended Ball State University.

He loved playing and designing video games. He loved playing Magic the Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons with family and friends. He loved his cat, Kai.

Josh is survived by one son, Zachary, his mother Cecelia and brothers John, David, and Mike. Also, many loving uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by David Rex, his father.

There is going to be a celebration of his life on Friday, September 23 from 4-7 p.m. at the LaFontaine Community Center.

Judith Murphy, 86

Worked as Registered Nurse

Nov. 10, 1935 – Sept. 11, 2022

Judith Helen “Judy” (French) Murphy, 86, North Manchester, passed away on Sept. 11, 2022, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester.

She was born in Howard County on Nov. 10, 1935, to the late Woodrow A.L. and Helen A. (Greene) French. Judy grew up on her parents’ family farm near Silver Lake, and loved working alongside her father there. During her childhood, she and her family attended South Pleasant Methodist Church in Silver Lake.

Judy graduated from Laketon High School in 1953 and from Parkview Nursing School in 1956. She spent her entire career advocating for nurses. Judy encouraged others to enter the profession, as she believed deeply in the services and care they provide. Judy was a Registered Nurse and Director of Nursing in many states, most notably spending 10 years at North Ottawa Community Hospital in Grand Haven, Mich.

On Nov. 10, 1978, Judy married Dr. Richard A. Poel. While Judy and Richard each brought two children into their marriage, they soon became a family of one. Richard served in the Air Force, and they moved often, which gave Judy a chance to see the United States. She had a deep passion for the outdoors and loved to cross country ski, hike, swim, and sail. When she wasn’t outside, Judy loved to paint. She and Richard also enjoyed taking home courses on history and philosophy as well as studying the Bible.Judy had a loving, optimistic personality that was infectious to everyone around her. She was caring and loving to her family, extended family, and anyone else she met. Every morning she sent out a message of hope and positivity to her family. Judy earned the nickname Sunshine because of the happiness, joy, and uplifting attitude she brought to so many others. She loved encouraging others to become whatever they wanted to become.

The loving memory of Judy Murphy will be forever cherished by her husband of nearly 44 years, Dr. Richard A. Poel, Boyne City, Mich.; sons, Michael (Lark) Murphy, Augusta, Mich., and Chad (Carrie) Murphy, Savage, Minn.; daughters, Lisa C. Poel, Holland, Mich., and Janine M. (Scott) McClain, Spring Lake, Mich.; brothers, Lonnie (Elsie) French, North Manchester, and Danny (Mary) French, Decatur; sister, Joyce Kashima, Baltimore, Md.; and grandchildren Alex and Cassie Murphy, Jordan (Mark) Prescher, Joshua Murphy; and great-grandchild Emma Prescher.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation and services were Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, at the South Pleasant Church, 5064 West 1400 North, Silver Lake. A celebration of Judy’s life will begin at 11 a.m. with her son, Pastor Chad Murphy officiating. Burial will be at South Pleasant Cemetery at a later date.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Judy Murphy, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123 or Mercy Road Church in Burnsville, MN for Ukraine humanitarian relief, 12156 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville, Minnesota 55337.

The family of Judy Murphy has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.

Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com

John Ridenour, 60 Enjoyed the outdoors May 30, 1962 – Sept. 16, 2022

John Benton Ridenour, 60, Silver Lake, passed away Sept. 16, 2022.

He was born May 30, 1962.

Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Sept. 25 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Services to follow.

James Huffman, 88

Was former Boy Scout leader

April 22, 1934 – Sept. 12, 2022

James Leland Huffman, 88, of Roann, died at 5:15 p.m., Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, at his home. He was born on April 22, 1934, in North Manchester, to Cecil and Orma (Kiem) Huffman.Jimwas a 1952 graduate of Roann High School. He married Connie Haag at the Roann United Methodist Church parsonage on Nov. 26, 1952. Jim retired from Container Corporation in Wabash after 40 years and also worked 20 years at Jellystone Campground in Pierceton. He attended the Roann United Methodist Church, and was a former Boy Scout leader. Jim enjoyed golfing, fishing, woodworking, camping, and especially hisHefamily.issurvived by his wife, Connie Huffman of Roann, four children, Karen (Lance) Simmons of Lakewood, Calif., Douglas (Carol) Huffman of Amarillo, Texas, Cheryl Pletch and Stacey (Sean) Bone, both of Wabash, seven grandchildren; Joli (Tyler) Cook, Abbie (Mark) Warrick, Josh (Terra) Huffman, Indie (Ryan) Hall, Evan Pletch, Eli Bone, Emma Bone, twelve great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Bob Huffman and Chuck Huffman.Visitation was Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Roann Chapel, 335 S. Chippewa St., Roann. Private family services and burial will be in Roann Community Cemetery,PreferredRoann.memorial is Roann Covered Bridge Association.

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

WEEKLY REPORTS

Cont. from Pg. 8. Arrests

Sept. 12

10:03 p.m. — Brandon S. Kline, 23, North Manchester was arrested for domestic battery.

Sept. 14

9:13 p.m. — Donald L. Leach, 54, Roann and Michael W. Learned, Jr., 42, Wabash were both arrested for possession of marijuana.

Sept. 15

4:06 a.m. — Gregory T. Bailey, 63, Indianapolis was arrested for unlawful possession of a syringe. Gavin T. Bailey, 25, Greenfield was arrested for possession of paraphernalia and was cited for driving while suspended and for having an expired vehicle registration.

Sept. 16

3:53 a.m. — Justice J. Ries, 27, Fort Wayne was arrested for possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of a syringe and possession of synthetic urine.

Citation Sept. 7

6:58 p.m. — Amanda K. Blevins, 35, North Manchester was cited for driving while suspended.

Fire Runs

The North Manchester Fire Department responded: Sept. 16

6:02 a.m. — to an alarm in the 400 block of West 2nd Street.

Units from North Manchester, Chester

and Pleasant Township fire departments responded: Sept. 9

3:54 p.m. — to an alarm in the 400 block of West 7th Street. Sept. 14 (no time listed) to an alarm in the 600 block of East College Avenue.

Wabash Sheriff’sAccidentsDepartment

Sept. 8

11:20 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Laurie R. Kieffaber, 57, North Manchester left the roadway and struck a mailbox and concrete flower bed. Damage up to $10,000.

Sept. 10

4:40 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Marc A. Giddens, 45, Liberty Mills and Bobby F. Haney, 77, Wabash collided on Cloverleaf Drive, east of Northcliff Drive, Wabash. Damage up to $5,000.

Sept. 12

6:42 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Alisha G. Boyd, 49, Hardwick, Ga. left the roadway at County Road 700 W, south of CR 900 N, Roann, striking an embankment and a utility box. Boyd told police she lost control of her vehicle after she slammed on her brakes to avoid a deer that was in the roadway. Damage up to $5,000.

Arrests

Sept. 9 — Jonathan E. Puga, 20, Logansport was arrested for failure to appear.

Cont. from Pg. 10.

Sept. 9 — Keegan L. Knepp, 24, Wabash was arrested for possession of drugcountsterytheft,phetamine,metham-autodomesticbat-andonfourofviolatingcourtrules.

Sept. 9 — Axel P. Sundling, 38, Roanoke was arrested on two counts of dealing cocaine and for being an habitual traffic violator.

Sept. 9 — Jeremy E. Carroll, 40, ManchesterNorth was arrested for fraud and theft.

Sept. 9 — Madison K. Gatchel, Huntington,22, was arrested for failure to appear.

Sept. 9 — Dustin M. Gochenour, 39, Laketon was arrested for invasion of privacy.

Sept. 9 — Michael WabashFaulkner,E.36,was arrested for possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon, unlawful possession of a legend drug, possession of a controlled substance licensed.whileandgeringintoxicated,astances,enhancedwithcircum-operatingvehiclewhileendan-apersonoperatingnever

Sept. 11 — Mark M. Buhr, 32, Servia was arrested for possession paraphernalia.andmethamphetamineofpossessionof

Sept. 12 — Natasha M. Gibbs, 26, Kokomo was arrested for operating under the influence of a substance.controlled

Sept. 12 — Scott A. Antisdel, 44, Niles, Mich. was arrested for leaving the scene of an accident for possession of marijuana.

Sept. 12 — April D. Frazier, 46, Urbana was arrested for possession stance.controlledandmethamphetamineofpossessionofasub-

Sept. 12 — Cordiell W. Jordan, 30, Wabash was arrested for identity deception, false informing and possession of marijuana.

Sept. 12 — Roger D. Webster, 37, Elkhart was arrested for unlawful possession of a syringe, possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia.

Sept. 12 — Nicole Carvalho,M. arrestedLogansport29,wasfailure to appear.

Sept. 12 — Chadlee Ozenbaugh,A. 38, Greentown was arrested on two counts failure to appear and for being an habitual offender.

Sept. 12 — Aaron Arrendale,R. 26, Wabash was arrested for two counts of violating community corrections rules — operating while intoxicated.

Sept. 13 — Blake L. Hughes, 32, Silver Lake was arrested on two counts of failure to appear.

Sept. 15 — Larry A. Johnson, 26, Wabash was arrested on three petitions to revoke bond — possession of cocaine, unlawful possession of a syringe and being an habitual offender.

The Paper

WEEKLY REPORTS

10:14 p.m. —

Vehicles driven by John D. Lehman, 63, Wabash and Thomas A. King, 64, Wabash collided on East Street, north of Hill Street, $25,000.DamageWabash.upto

Sept. 9 1:43 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Donna B. Wallace, 88, Wabash and Earnest S. Qualls, 45, $100,000.Damagehospitaltransportedofprovidedinformationthereportedcrash.impactresultoverbyTheStreet,13intersectioncollidedIndianapolisintheofSRandSinclairWabash.vehicledrivenWallaceflippedonitssideasaoftheoftheWallacewasinjuredincrashbutnowasinregardwhethershewastotheornot.upto

1:51 p.m. — A vehicle driven by John T. Hays, 31, Wabash struck a parked vehicle at 111 North Wabash Street. Damage up to $5,000.

6:42 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Jennifer R. Brewer, 39, Wabash struck a stationary vehicle near the intersection of Morton Street and Ross Avenue, Wabash. damage up to $5,000.

Wabash collided at the intersection of SR 15 and Maple Street, $5,000.DamageWabash.upto

Sept. 13

11:04 a.m. — A vehicle driven by Kurt Brackenhamer,A. 66, Wabash struck a parked vehicle on Colerain Street, east of Indian Hills Drive, $2,500.DamageWabash.upto

Sept. 14

8:17 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Timothy J. Powers, 24, Wabash and James A. Bowers, 60, Akron collided near the intersection of Thorne and Market upWabash.streets,Damageto$2,500.

3:55 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Russell W. Grant, 59, tovehicle.hydranthe’dheGrantStreets,MainintersectionhydrantdislodgedQuebec,Martintown,struckandafireneartheofandEwingWabash.toldpolicewasnotawarestruckthewithhisDamageup$10,000.

5:33 p.m. — Wyatt Buzzard, 20, Wabash was injured when he lost control of his motorcycle near the intersection of SR 13 and US 24, Wabash.

the Taco Bell parking lot. The driver of the vehicle which $2,500.DamagefledBushfield’sstruckvehiclethescene.upto

Sept. 18 1:25 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Russell F. Prechtl, 53, Jasper backed into a parked vehicle at 1610 N. Cass Street, $5,000.DamageWabash.upto

Sept.Arrests1— Benjamin A. Hewitt, 21, Wabash was arrested for refusal to submit to a sobriety test, two counts of operating while ingwascontainerviolationintoxicated,ofopenlawsandcitedfordriv-leftofcenter.

Sept. 2 — Shawn P. Freeman, 48, Wabash was arrested for failure to appear, obstruction of justice, resisting law enforcement and possession of paraphernalia.

Sept. 3 — Stacey J. Elliott, 30, Wabash was arrested for domestic battery and mischief.criminal

Sept. 5 — Kyle A. Gilland, 22, Peru was arrested for refusal to identify.

syringe and possession of paraphernalia.

Sept. 5 — Ashley N. Morgan, 35, Roann was arrested for theft.

Sept. 9 — Jeremy E. Carroll, 40, ManchesterNorth was arrested for UPC fraud and theft.

Sept. 12 — Joshua B. Hill, 35, Fort Wayne was arrested for theft, theft with a prior and for issuing a false identity statement.

Sept. 15 — Susan A. Seifred, 52, Peru was arrested for theft.

Sept. 16 — Rebecca N. Tolson, 41, Wabash was arrested for theft with a prior, resisting law enforcement, possession of paraphernalia and possession of marijuana.

Sept. 17 — John E. Prater, 18, Wabash was arrested for minor consumption.

Sept. 17 — Allen C. Giger, 22, Wabash was arrested on a petition to revoke a suspended sentence — possession of phetamine.metham-

Aug. 31 — Richard R. Luh, 36, Huntington was cited for driving while suspended Sept. 3 — Alexis C. Giger, 26, Wabash was cited for driving while suspended with a prior.

Sept. 4 — Thomas J. Renn, 38, Peru was cited for driving while suspended.

Sept. 7 — Anthony J. Moore, 28, Wabash was cited for driving while suspended with a prior.

Sept. 9 —

Niyongabo,Innocent 38, Dallas, Texas was cited for driving a commercial vehicle off a truck route.

Sept. 15 — Christine Cameron, 67, Wabash was cited for failing to yield to an emergency vehicle.

Sept. 15 —

Nohsen Azimi, 36, Tuscon, Ariz. was cited for speeding.

Sept. 16 —

Kristina M. Shuck, 37, Peru was cited for having an expired license plate.

PermitsBuilding

Wabash

Aug.DepartmentPoliceAccidents28

Kenneth M. Webb, Jr. of Wabash reported that his vehicle was damaged by an unknown vehicle. Time and location of the incident was also $2,500.Damageunknown.upto

Sept. 8 4:16 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Manuel J. Cruz, 18, Peru struck a guardrail near the intersection of Old US 24 and Mill Street, $5,000.DamageWabash.upto

8 p.m. — A vehicle driven by Niyongabo,Innocent 38, Dallas, Texas struck a mail box at 691 W. Main Street, $1000.DamageWabash.lessthan

Sept. 10

9:33 a.m. — Vehicles driven by Carlene J. Bland, 88, Wabash and Breanna F. Hurt, 22, Wabash collided at the intersection of SR 13 and Maple Street, $25,000.DamageWabash.upto

5:10 p.m. — Vehicles driven by Larry Honeycutt,G. 43, Wabash and Ellen M. McKenzie, 18,

$10,000.DamageandcomplainedBuzzardofkneelowerlegpain.upto

Sept. 15 9:08 p.m. — A vehicle owned by Tonya L. Bushfield of Rossville was struck by an unknown vehicle in

Sept. 5 — William Daugherty,P. 59, Wabash was arrested for paroleviolating—failure to register as a sex offender.

Sept. 5 — Jeremy WabashWilliams,E.34,was arrested on a petition to revoke bond and for unlawful possession of a

Sept. 17 — Dillin M. Layne, 20, Urbana was arrested for possession of paraphernalia.

Sept. 18 — James M. King, 35, Wabash was arrested for domestic battery, strangulation and resisting law enforcement.

Sept. 18 — Travis Torres, 42, Wabash was arrested for domestic battery.

Citations

listening zones. People could just take time to rest. You’re always rushing from one thing to the next, and we just saw people resting and listening to the openedtreatytheland,nificancespokeRonCountycation,anddonatedThecancetoryexplainedplaqueceremonyductedSpringPark,SpringStreet.onfoodalsomorning.throughoutMarketingformedMusiciansmusic.”per-attherest-zoneonEastStreetthePeoplelinedupattruckslocatedEastMarketAtParadiseHistoricaltheParadiseboardcon-adedicationforanewthatthishis-andsignifi-ofthepark.signwasbyLindaKellyHabyab.Duringthededi-WabashHistorianWoodwardalsoaboutthesig-ofthewhichwassiteofan1826signingthatupmuchof

northern Indiana and Michgan for settlement.Woodward also noted that the original spring is still active and at times makes its presence known through the growth of cattails and other plants above it and potholes on the roads that now cover it.

The servedgroundstreatylaterasthe Big Four Railroad yard, parts of which are still visible at spots on the Re-enactmentsgrounds. of the treaty signing took place throughout the day at the park on Saturday.

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Youngsters ride by a tire safety barrier at one end of a make-shift race track set up on Miami Street by Bachelor Creek Church of Christ. Riders competed on tricycles of all sizes throughout the day Saturday during Founders Festival.

Mayor Scott Long watches as his grandson, Landon, prepares to throw a handful of candy to youngsters along the parade route.

Festival volunteer Joyce Rosel helps Noah and Callie Tyson attach pieces of paper to a collage being created in the pedestrian alley between Market and Canal streets.

Courtney Dutton holds a bag as Jameson Dutton puts candy in it during the Founders Festival parade.

Showing off the new sign and plaque at Paradise Spring Historic Park are (from left) Wabash County Historian Ron Woodward, donors Kelly and Linda Habayeb, Paradise Spring Board

President Greg Moore and Adam Hall, Wabash Parks Superintendent and Paradise Spring Board member

Tentative settlement averts rail strike

ByBoswellMichelle perofmiami.commboswell@thepa-

After 20 hours of negotiations, Class I railroads and three labor unions managed to reach a tentative agreement, thus avoiding a strike. For now.Many

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contract, negotiations can resume but if a strike does take place, the impact in Indiana will be far and wide.According to the Association of Railroads,American there are 43 freight railroads in Indiana. The Canadian National Railway, TransportationCSX and the vestabouthardcouldturing,tureheavyWithproductsdon’tneers.ductorstrainsplerepresentmorerailroaders.halfrepresentTrainmenEngineersLocomotivetheDivisionTransportationregions.ingmanylinesthreePlanIndianaIndiana.largestareSouthernNorfolkRailwaythethreerailroadsinThe2021StateRailsaysthosehavemainthatlinkmanufactur-andconsumerSMARTaswellasBrotherhoodofand(BLET)nearlythenation’sTobespecific,theythepeo-whomovethesuchascon-andengi-Ifthetrainsmove,thestayput.Indianabeinginagricul-andmanufac-astrikehitthestateandrightthetimehar-seasonisin

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fullEdwards,swing. a fulltime union officer, who has been representing the membership since 2009, says this process has been all consuming. responsibilityThe of “putting our membership in the position to make a good living and have a good quality of life through legislative and safety efforts” is his job.

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YMCA officials honor volunteers: Sherry Gressley was named the Wabash County YMCA 2022 Volunteer of the Year. She has dedicated more than 10 years of volunteering for the YMCA. Gressley has donated hours of her time by assisting members and guests, packing meals for kids in the community, assisting with our monthly bingo, donating snacks and birthday cards to the staff, and more. YMCA Chief Executive Officer Dean Gogolewski presented an award to He also said YMCA officials would like to thank all of the organization’s volunteers. In 2021, there were 173 volunteers totaling 4,429 volunteer hours in more than 22 sports and programs. Photo provided

Tobacco Free Coalition receives grant

Wabash County Tobacco Free Coalition is a recipient of the Indiana Together We Will Grant.Together We Will is a mini-grant and technical assistance program focused on funding Indiana community projects impacting eight public health priority areas of infant & maternal mortality, environmental justice, substance use disorder, mental health, COVID-19 hesitancy, access, violence, and structural & systemic CoalitionTobaccoWabashbarriers.CountyFreehasdevel-

oped a program to assist birthing women who smoke, to quit smoking and defeat the addiction that smoking causes. The withlionMoreinglycigarette,smokeunder1,600newthepreparerecoverytoincentiveswomenthewillcommunityawardedgranthelptoexpandabilityfortoquitwithandtoolsreinforcetheirandbetterthemandfamilyforthebaby.Statisticsshowyoungpeopleage18yearstheirfirstandnear-200beginsmok-cigarettesdaily.than16mil-peopleliveatleastone

disease caused by smoking, and 58 million nonsmoking Americans are exposed to secondhand smoke.

In 2019 Wabash County had 58 births affected with low birth weight, SIDS, reduced lung function, and other tobacco related diseases by smoking. The annual cost of smoking related births is $78,764.00. The 2019 county percent of pregnant women who smoke is 22.5 percent; 11.6 percent higher than the state average. Indiana consistently has one of the highest smoking Cont. on Pg. 13.

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rates during pregnancy in the country.The 7,000 toxic chemicals contained in tobacco smoke are absorbed into the pregnant woman’s bloodstream and passes to the baby through the umbilical cord. Smoking also causes constriction of the blood vessels in both the umbilical cord and placenta, reducing the amount of nutrients and oxygen available to the growing baby.

Dan Gray, Director of Wabash County Tobacco Free Coalition stated that is the reason the Coalition has developed a program unique to Wabash County by sourcing gramdence-based(SCRIPT),Treatment”PregnancyReductionCessation“Smokingandinanevi-pro-fromSociety

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Fright Night

sing...I was born with the evil one standing as my sponsor beside the bed where I was ushered into the world, and he has been with me since.”Start the evening listening possibleHHbasedofsharesWaterspodcastertoShanewhilehethedetailstheChicago-serialkillerHolmesandhisconnection

to Wabash County. As the unfolds,storythe Tour will guide you through the west side of Wabash and into the town of Roann. Waters will highlight the life of a Wabashmurderedgirl and use his paranormalinvestigatestationCemeteryRoannequipmentparanormalattheCommunityandtrainto

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activity. The tour will include hot apple cider and a s’mores bar as riders findingsdebrieffrom the tour.“Shane Waters is an captivatingfantasticabsolutelyand

storyteller,” said Biz Bishop, Content Manager for Visit Wabash tour.”storytellerbeknowmyFoul“Shane’sCounty.podcastPlayisoneoffavorites,Ihewilljusttheperfectforthis

ing; social and mental thatbirthingbeallthegrantbaby.neededanceandparetogivebirth.andpriorhaveport.tionaltractedCenterquitting,morewomanneeded,program.poratedDoulaBowenhealthyandmanagingimprovingdistresses,diet,stress,gainingalifestyle.SupportfromCenterandawillbeincor-intotheWhentohelpthebecomesuccessfulatBowenwillbecon-togiveemo-healthsup-TheDoulawilltwomeetingstothebirthtwoaftertheThiswillmoresupporthelpbetterpre-forthebirthprovideguid-togivethecarefortheTheawardedreceivedbyCoalitionallowstheseservicestofreetothewomenregisterforthe

program.A“Lunch & Learn” meeting is scheduled for Sept. 28 at noon in the Grow Wabash County conference room, 214 S. Wabash St, Wabash. This hour meeting will provide the needed information to help better understand how the program works.

Health Care Providers and

organizations are asked to come learn more and how to refer mail.com.wctcessation@hot-e-mailleave260-274-2920RSVP&havehowhelpthepatients/clientstheirtoprogram.Toprepareformanymealstoforthe“LunchLearn”,pleasebycalling(pleaseamessage)orHeidiat

Northfield, Wabash golfers advance to regional tourney

The Northfield and Wabash girls golf teams both placed in the top-3 at the shotandwithfinished88.Wilsonbackand42overallWilsonofwithoverallCartwright413LadystrokeswithscoredayishedSaturday,TraceSectionalEastbrookatArborGolfClubSept.17.Northfieldfin-secondonthewithateamof408andWabashfivebehindtheNorsewithaforthirdplace.Northfield’sAlexwasmedalistthetopscore85whileHannahwassecondwithan88.Cartwrightshotaonthefront-ninea43ontheforher85andshota45-43-KylieLelandthedaya51-54-104,HannaOteya68-62-130. shotwhileNo.64-66-130ZoeyaGoodpasture108,shootingLydiaaLadyChenoweth455.teamteamplacedwith99,Adams49-49-98,Aubrey45-51-96,ancedMcWhirtyear.fourthaladvancesNorthfieldtoregion-playfortheconsecutiveWabash’sKenleyledabal-attackwithafollowedbyTillwithaEmmawitha50-49-andSydneyTilla59-61-120.Southwoodsixthasaintheeight-fieldwithaMadisonledtheKnightswith53-51-104,withTopliffa51-57-Rowanadded50-63-113,andGaylorshotafromthe5position,HopeNiccuma65-66-131.

Northfield and Wabash return to the links for regional paly this Friday, Sept. 23, at Noble Hawk Golf Club Kendallvillenear with an 8:30 a.m. tee time.

(Manchester)SectionalWarsaw

The Manchester girls golf team finished the season at the Ford54-54-108tional.formancewiththroughGearhartandDelaniofcompetingteamSept.SectionalWarsawSaturday,17.Withjusttwomembersformosttheseason,HendersonAlexisbattledtheseasonaniceper-atsec-HendersonshotaatRozellaGolfCourse

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splitsNorthfield3-way

The Northfield girls golf finished second shotandLelandscoreseachHannahCartwrightmatches.theirKylieCartwrightCourse.HoneywellSept.TuesdayRochesteragainstandPerunight,13,atGolfSeniorsAlexandLelandplayedfinalhomeAlexandWilsoncameinwithof49.Kyliehada58,HannaOteya69.

Lady Apaches blank Blackford

The Wabash girls soccer team picked up a big non-conference win over Blackford with a score of Thursday,3-0Sept. 15.

Senior goalkeeper Hannah Lanye had a solid night in goal with six saves and earned another Contributingshutout. to the defensive shut was senior Abbie Boggs, junior Talia Carrillo, freshman Jaycee Jones, senior Libby Mattern, junior Kiana Jones and freshman Andi Stout.Rylee Yoakum scored the first Apache goal with a fantastic volley off

an assist from Irma Robles.Yoakum’s second goal came of a Robles shot and Yoakum perfectly timed her crash to put it into the back of the Wabash’snet. third goal came off a corner kick attempt and as Yoakum,Jones,Adams,rightawayer’soverthetobackLibbycleardefenseBlackford’slookedtoitout,seniorMatternsentaleft-footshotthefarcornerofgoalsoaringthegoalkeep-handstoputitinthetopcorner.JuniorNatalieKianaMattern,Honeycutt

and Robles all had shots on foundassists.SpanglewithgoalManchester’sBolingerafternoon.throughouttrolledmatchup.RiversSept.MiamishutgirlsNorthandtoWabashgoal.improved7-2ontheseason4-1intheTRC.Manchester3,Miami0TheManchestersoccerteamoutNorthSaturday,17inaThreeConferenceTheSquirescon-thegametheCampbellscoredfirstonafreekickLondonontheHannahEberlythebackof

the net next after Bolinger crossed the ball, 2-0onimprovedrest.tookandgoalscoredhalftime,SquiresshotwhohitBrooklynnwhoBuzzarditto,Eberlyfinishedthetogivethea2-0lead.ComingoutofBolingerthefinalofthegamethedefensecareoftheManchesterto3-5-3theseasonandintheTRC.

Knights, Apaches compete at West Noble Invitational

By CHURCHROY

MHS, NHS compete in invites

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The Manchester cross country teams traveled to the New Prairie Invitational Saturday, Sept. 17.

The girls team placed ninth out of 31 school competing while the boys team finished 12th out of 32 teams.

Kadence Fox led the girls team in 7th overall with a time of 20:13.9 followed right behind with Ayla Cashdollar in 8th place in 20:34.7.

For the boys team, Raven King led the Squires with a time of 17:42.4, good for 17th place, followed by Kyler Dale in 27th in 17:57.4.

Northfield

The Northfield boys cross country team placed 13th at the South Adams Invitational Saturday, Sept. 17.

Finishing first for the Norse was Ryan Burnett in a time of 20:36. Following Burnett was Tayten Barlow in 20:42, Ty Leming in 20:47, Jaden Baer in 21:27.

The girls team didn’t have enough runners to field a full team but still competed.

Madeline Moore finished the race with a time of 23:50, followed by Trinity Bever in 26-12, Mara Zolman in 26:40, and Asia Miller in 30:19.

with 175 points and Wabash eighth withOak219.Hill’s Owen Jackson won the varsity event in 16:09.Inthe high school girls varsity event, Wabash junior Calisen Kugler was the top county finisher out of 249 entries. She was 71st in Howardfreshman148thAvainBeamersophomoreishedHaylee18:19.wonAddisonHomestead’s22:38.KnoblauchtheraceinWabashfreshmanFriendfin-98thin23:28,Ivywas147th25:11,freshmanBishirwasin25:26,Mayawas164th

in 25:48, junior Irma Robles was 169th in 26:07 and senior Grace LaMar was 209th in 27:42.Southwood’s lone entry, Jaiya Corn, finished 148th in 25:12.Homestead won the team title with 32 points inSommersandwas21:19,Stantontimes,personalevent.highboysWabashLutheranConcordiaover(49).was20th.ThreeWabashranintheschoolreserveAllpostingbestKristianwas63rdinMattNiles67thin21:33Maverickwas87th23.10.

Squire boys get 2 soccer wins

The Manchester boys soccer team continues to play well with two wins last week as the Wabash Apaches went 1-1.

Manchester 2, Oak Hill 0

Winer leads Knights to win over Apaches

It was the Cole Winer show Friday night.The

the third quarter to cut the lead to 32-14 after France’s PAT.

Winer made it 3814 with a touchdown7-yardrun and an extra point to give the Knights a 39-14 lead.

He followed that up with his sixth and final touchdown, this time from four yards out, and converted the extra point to make it

catch.hadandpassesGrantonefivedown,yardssixtouchdowns.passing207WrightsevenNathanyardstotwothreeeightrun.Mealyyards,twoper,had13ranoncewith100Suttontouchdownsries154thefinaltouchdownyardKnightsscoringroundedGriffin46-14.Chambersouttheforthewitha3-runforaintheminutesofgame.Winerrushedforyardson20car-andthesixwhilealsobrokeyardsrushing132andscoredwhileLloydfor54yardsoncarries.MaddoxMarshalla51-yardscam-Chambershadcarriesfor19andGabrielhada2-yardWinerpassedfortimeswithcompletions,ofthemgoingWillWinerfor22andonetoLehnerforyards.FortheApaches,passedforyardson14-27withtwoDaughtrycaughtpassesfor141andatouch-Boothhadreceptionsandscore,Antoniocaughttwofor14yards,KeatonFieldsone5-yard

Northfield 48, Manchester 27

The Northfield Norse scored 20 points in the second quarter of their TRC game against Northfield Friday night and turned a 7-0 lead into a 27-0 halftime advantage theyardEastgatePohlerterbackwhentheonfiveKinseyscored,Fisher’syards.wentuntilondsthird14-0to1:51fromsecond,onewithinfirsttouchdownsFisherningwin.cruiseManchesterovertotoa48-28Northfieldrun-backMasonscoredthreeinthehalf,thefirstthefirstquarter4:39leftfromyardout,thethistime30yards,withleftinthehalfgivetheNorsealead,andthewith22sec-remaininghalftimethatforeightInbetweenlasttwoJordanscoredfromyardsout.ManchestergottheboardlateinthirdquarterSquirequar-BlakefoundLoganfora3-striketocutleadto27-7.

On a evening,rainythe Squire boys soccer team took on Oak Hill in an away match and came away with a 2-0 victory Monday night, Sept. byassistingwithSquiresremainingwithhalf,theslotMcLaintowardMcLainpassNathanielfirstremainingtenonManchester12.gottheboardwithminutesinthehalfwhenMiller’sfoundTylerheadedthegoalandwasabletotheballpastgoalkeeper.Inthesecondagainitwas10minutesthatthescored,LiamYorkonagoalMichaelOrtiz.

Manchester 3, Hunt. North 2

The Squires continued its winning ways with a 3-2 victory Huntingtonover North on evening,TuesdaySept.

13.

Manchester got on the scoreboard first when Huntingtona defender took down Ortiz just inside the 18 within the first minute of the game and a penalty kick was awarded. Ortiz took the PK and scored for a 1-0 evenedlead.Huntingtonthescore

with a goal in the 30th minute as they Manchester’spenetrated central defense.

In the second half, Iaione scored on a pass from Miller to give the lead back to the Squires at 2-1.

The Squires added a third goal with less then four minutes remaining on a long pass up the right sideline from Iaione to Tyler McLain who fired the ball high into the goal.

Eastbrook 2, Wabash 0

The Wabash boys soccer team had a slow start against Eastbrook falling behind two in the first half. Neither team scored again with the Panthers holding on for the 2-0 neareveryhardutesinMaxfrombyinbestdeniedGuenin-Hodsonwin.Eastbrook’sscoringchancethesecondhalfclearingaballthegoalline.Carpenterputsomesolidmin-byworkingtochallenge50-50ballhim.

Wabash 5, Blackford 1

The Apaches took the long trip to Blackford and came away with a 5-1 Thursday,victorySept.

15.

Jacob France scored a hat-trick with CarpenterMax and Kolton Wilson adding a goal

apiece. Coleson Kugler got the win in his first varsity start in goal. Kugler ended the evening with 4 saves.The first goal came as France headed in a breakawaysapartgoalsscoredJacobbeatfromhighMaxpassCarpenterminutescornerGuenin-HodsonTroykick.AfewlaterTysentatohisbrotherwholoftedacurvingshotdistancethatthekeeper.Francehisnexttwo40seconds–bothon

through the middle. Assists came from Kolton Wilson and Sol France respectively.The final goal came with 10 minutes remaining in the contest when Sol France lifted a free kick into the area that Wilson headed into the side-netting for the score.

Northfield's Joseph Delgado works his way through the Manchester defense in the Norse's Homecoming win over the Squires Friday night, Sept. 16. Photo by Eric Christiansen

LaFontaine Lions to host pulled pork meal Sept. 24

If you missed our smoked pulled pork meal in May. You will not want to miss this one that will be on Sept.24 from 4-7 p.m. (or until run out) in the keys,lectingalso,Lionsavailable.outsFund.ScholarshipDuanetowardsmoneyDessertdonation.forbeDessertsdrink.beans,porkmenuwasMayEveryoneCommunityLaFontaineBuilding.whocameinenjoyeditsaidit“delicious”.Theissmokedpulledsandwich,bakedapplesauce,andwillavailablefreewillwillgoDavisCarry-willbewillbecol-eyeglasses,oldandhearingaids.

TROYER MEMORIAL LIBRARY will be hosting a “Fall Festival” on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. There will be Story Time, pumpkin

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SHIP/LIBERTYLAFONTAINETOWN-HISTORYCLUB

has two events coming up in the next couple of weeks.First, on Thursday, Sept. 22, at 6 p.m. at the Troyer Library in LaFontaine, will be the regular meeting with the History Lesson to be given by Hugh Cook on the “Teays River.” The Teays River is the underground source of the water supply for

the LaFontaine area. Hugh will be talking about the early formation and other interesting facts on this water source.Secondly, Trolleymeetingyoufortjhiple@comcast.net(260)(Jeanne)tofewStore.windowsingofCircussummerstep-grandmothersPillars,Slocumwillsnacks.provideto8:45Churchbegin1,tourhasTownshipLaFontaine/LibertyTheHistoryCluborganizedatrolleyforSaturday,Oct.2022.ThistourwillattheTreatyofChristata.m.andendclosenoon.Costs:$10.YouyourownPointsofinterestbe:TheFrancesCemetery,7-ColePorter’shomeandtheHallofFame.Youcanreviewsomethesearea’sbyview-thedisplayintheoftheParkerTherearejustaticketsleft.BesurecontactReginaHiple.Phone:563-5135ore-mail:reservations.HopecanjoinusforourandtheTour.

VETERANS are taking orders for bricks to honor family members or friends. All you need is $75, a name, rank, years of service and name of which branch of service they were in. Just call Jerry Wilson at 765-981-4928. These bricks are placed at the Veterans Memorial at the CommunityLaFontaine Building on 105 West Branson St. in LaFontaine.

WABASH CHAPTER IZAAK WALTON LEAGUE NEWS: We will be starting our fall Cross Shoots soon These shoots are for shotguns and open sight 22s.The dates for the shoots are, Sept 25, Oct 2, 23, and 30, Nov 6, 13 and 27 and Dec 4 Cost to shoot is $3 per shoot and everyone is welcome. We encourage the youth to come and shoot also. There will be refreshments and we furnish new shells. Shoots start at 10:00 a.m., come join the fun and check out our new setup.

WILL ELECTIONS BE HELD IN LAFONTAINE? This is a question that I have been asked?

Currently, I do not know. Because the school office.Wabashbesideswherebutpeopletotheknowcommunitiestown.Wabashhavetheircanaslotquestionreferendumisonthebal-itisimportantthatmanypeoplewhovotecandosoinlocalareaandnottotravelintooranotherPeopleintheirneedtowhenandwhereelectionsaregoingbeheld.Itisgoodcanvoteearly,youneedtoknowandwhen,goingintototheclerk

NEW TIONSCHOOLHIGHINFORMA-MEETINGS:

The voting community is invited to come learn more about MSD of Wabash County’s proposed building project.A meeting will take place at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, 9 a.m. at Southwood Jr.-

Sr. High Auditorium. Other meetings are Wednesday, Oct. 5, 7 p.m. Southwood Jr/Sr High Saturday,Auditorium.Oct.8,9 a.m. at Northfield Jr/Sr High Auditorium.

CHURCHCHRISTIANLAFONTAINE

WednesdayEveryfrom 10:3012, we are here at the church Wiggling and Giggling and learning about Jesus! The program is open to those 0 to 5 years of age at the LaFontaine Christian Church

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 firefightermessage981-4000FireContactcommunity?theLaFontaineDepartmentat765-andleaveaoraskanyforinfo.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARYBELATEDBrad and Teresa Rody Sept. 9

BE SURE you are register to vote. In 2017, 700,000 voters were removed from the state’s voter database. Even if you were registered in the past, be sure to verify your voter registration. The upcoming election is on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. The deadline to register to vote is Oct.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Audrey Summers, Charli Louise Makin Sept. 22, Jerry Mosier, Sandra Weaver Sept. 23, Raven Weaver, Connie Crump, Mike Vandermark Lois Templeton Sept. 24, Penny Finch, Larry robinson, Rick Treber Sept. 25, Lori Brane, David Kuester Sept. 27, Donna Nose Sept. 28

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Jerry and Ruth Moser, Sept. 23, Gerald and Janet Miller, Brody and Tyler Cook Sept. 27

SEND YOUR NEWS and pictures to me by Thursday etheleib@gmail.com.to

Members of the LaFontaine Lions Club — Brad Rody (from left), Andy Kirk, Ethel Eib, Tom Willcox, Kim Polk and Stacey Turner — were at Paradise Spring to sell kettle corn during Founders Fest activities on Saturday, Sept. 17. Photos by Joseph Slacian

Members of the Izaak Walton League — Korey Aarstad (from left). Bob Land, Josh Ward, Kathy Vetor, Benny Ward, Ned Vandegrift and Karen Brewer — were at Paradise Spring to sell pulled pork during Founders Fest activities on Saturday, Sept. 17. Photos by Joseph Slacian

What a great weekend Roann Thehad. weather was perfect, big crowds and lots of fun for everyone. The Breakfast in the Bridge had a huge turnout. Stockdale Mill had around 100 people take tours on Saturday. A big parade had many great entries. A big “Thank you” goes out to werewinnersparadethisdidjobthemitteetheClub,LionsRoanntheDonna,andcom-forfinetheyagainyear.Theannounced

by BeckyCo-ChairmanMaxwell and Ann Haupert for this year’s parade. If you did not get your plaque, please contact Becky at 260-571-9432.Thewinners are as follows: Out town-Commercialof –1st place, Kate Pratt / Our House and 2nd place, Beacon Credit Union; Out of Commercialtown-Non- – 1st place, NoveltyplaceLaymanplace,1965AntiqueDepartment;Volunteerplace,Fireplace,Stout1stCars-1975League;place,Faith1stNon-CommercialHentgen;Grandstaff-andHoulihan–Local-CommercialComm.WabashTheatre;1stplace,Mower2ndplace,Local-–place,Walkbyand2ndRoannMetroAntique&Older–place,Duaneand2ndJohnWest;Trucks–1stRoannFireTractors-&Older–1stRyanand2ndPhilLayman;–1stplace,

Mike Schuler and 2nd place John West; Trucks & Semis – 1st place, Jennifer Draper; Equine – 1st place, None; Cutie Pet Parade – 1st place, Four S WalkFloatBestJudges’Farms;Choice-Decorated–1stplace,byFaith.

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untilandhadRecreationaltheHazardsforwin-ningthechampi-onshipforadultsoft-ball.TheybeattheSpittingLlamasinthecham-pionshipgame19-8.Theyhadagreattime,alotoffun,cannotwaitnextyear.

ROANN BASEBALL League: What a busy fun weekend for the league. So many “thank yous” to go out to everyone who helps with the dunk tank and the float. The dunk tank raised $400 for the league.

JOHN HEETER: His truck is missing, not sure if it’s a prank or if someone stole it. If you know its whereabouts, please contact John or the local law enforcement. It has been reported stolen. It is a 2006 TK477INM.LicenseDrivenSilveradoChevy3500–12,345miles.plate

BALMERPASTORof the Roann Facebookininvitedbrated.daysSeptember“Submitting”.4:1-10willSeptembersermonMethodistUnitedChurchfor25thbefromJamestitledbirth-willbecele-Youaretoworshippersonoronat9a.m.

EVENTS:UPCOMINGSept. 22 –Homemakers;Happy Oct. 6 – Roann Covered Bridge Lions Club, 7 p.m.; Oct. 11 –Roann Town Board, 7 p.m.; Oct. 13 –Roann Heritage, 6:30 p.m.

PLEASE CONTINUE praying for: Jo Ellen Nelson, Jeff Krom, Coy Eads, Musselman,Ken Karla Stouffer and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy. God bless you all. –– Mr. &

Youngsters prepare to take off during the box car derby, part of the youth activities at the Roann Covered Bridge Festival. Photos Covered Bridge

Lagro Century Club to meet on Sept. 22

Lagro Century Club will Thursday,meetSept. 22, at the home of Jane Tracy. Jane and her sister Jean Panning will present the program. Roll call will be answered to: Your favorite school teacher. Food will be collected for the Food Pantry at Lagro Church.Community The PostAmericanLagroLegion248 , yourandoffStartofforThefromSaturdaybreakfastwillWashington800St.,beservingeverymorning8to10a.m.costis$10.00alargevarietybreakfastitems.yourweekendwithbreakfastfellowshipwithfriends.

Dora ChurchChristian , 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, welcomes you to serviceworshipSunday at 8:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.

Sept.TuesdayBuffet,supperJoinPrisonteachesBibleforeveningeveryPreachercomeEveryoneRomansSteroids,”“Spiritualfora.m.SchoolSundayisat9:30ThesermonSept.25isbasedon16:21-27.iswel-tojoinMarkWednesdayat6:30p.m.PrayerandstudyasheonPaul’sEpistles.membersforatAsianWabash,onevening,27,at6p.m.

The School Board SchoolMetropolitanforDistrict has scheduled several public informational meetings to provide its patrons with backgroundhistoricaland a strategic plan for the future. The remaining meetings are: Sept. 24, 9 a.m., at Southwood Jr-Sr HS auditorium; Sept. 24, 11 a.m., at Building;CommunityLagroOct.

5, 7 p.m., at Southwood JrSr HS auditori-

um; and Oct. 8, 9 a.m., at Northfield JrSr HS auditorium.

A SupportGriefgroup meets at the Church of Christ at Wabash, 1904 N. Wabash MondayWabash,St,everyat3:30 p.m.

You are welcome to join them. If you have Wendt,contactquestions,Donna260-782-2160.

The ChurchCommunityLagroinvites you to Sunday School from 9 to 10 a.m. and worship service at 10 a.m. every Sunday. Tim Brown is the speaker for Sept. 25.

The PantryFood at 4639.pleaseforontherresidents.WabashPantrychurch.backenterbasement.toeverythirdChurchCommunityLagroisopentheSaturdayofmonthfrom910a.m.inthePleasethroughthedooroftheTheFoodisforCountyForfur-informationdonatingfoodorassistancecall260-571-

Lagro MethodistUnitedChurch invites you to its Sunday com.LagroUMC@gmail.theparentsonmoreservicedependingvaryactivitiesoffered.12ththetiesYouthagesandservicesmorningat9a.m.,schoolforallat10a.m.groupactivi-forstudentsin4ththroughgradesarealsoThoseandtimeseachmonthontheproject.Forinformationyouthprograms,canemailchurchat

SeniorsNorAttentionthfield and Senior Parents: Go to FacebookNorthfield’sfor the NHS GraduationSenior ThislinktoThereInformation.OrderisaQRcodescan,orusethefromJostens.includesCap,

Gown, Tassel and other Senior Items. Upcoming events

Maconaquah.VolleyballFootballSouthwood;GradeVolleyballPracticePractice;Gym;Practice;Career30atVolleyballInvitational;atVolleyballSouthwoodVolleyballatCountryInvitational;CountryAnnualCoed)CountryPractice;at(7/8);(V/JV);VolleyballHS.TippecanoeVolleyballPractice(7/8);Practice;HS.HS/NorthfieldatCountry(V/JV);VolleyballWabashVolleyballFootballTippecanoeGrBBOpeninduringRingFreshmanHighJunior/SeniorNorthfieldforSchool:Sept.21–ClassordersdueHomeRoomArcade;BBBGym;GirlsOpenGym;6thVolleyball–Valley;Practice;(7/8)atHS;PracticeCross(7/8Coed)PeruJrJrSept.22–FootballVolleyballVolleyball(V/JV);(V/JV)–ValleySept.23–PracticeVolleyballFootball(V)WabashHS.Sept.24–CheerCross(V/JVat40thCrossCross(7/8Coed)WabashInvite;(7/8)atInvite;(V/JV)WabashJV(V/JV)WarsawInvite.Sept.26toSept.–CollegeandWeek.Sept.26–CheerBBBOpenFootballVolleyball(V/JV);(7/8);6thVolleyballat(JV)–Wabash;(7/8)–

Sept. 27 – 5th VB at Southwood Jr/Sr HS; (7/8)(V/JV);VolleyballMarion6thFootballBBOpenWhitkoFootballatVolleyballVolleyballPractice.Practice;FootballVolleyball(V/JV);(7/8);(V/JV)Manchester;(7/8)–Jr/SrHS.Sept.28–BBBGym;GirlsOpenGym;Practice;GrVolleyballatJustice;PracticeVolleyball–Wabash.

There are people in our community who are in need of our prayers at this time. Their names remain on our lips and their concerns linger in our hearts. Let us not forget to personally be a presence in their lives, to offer hope and help. Their names need not be mentioned; God knows them by name.

Lagro Happy Bir thday: Sept. 21 – Rachel Lawson; Sept. 27 – John Karst, Ruth Miller, and Strickler;NyssaSept. 28 –Masen Ivy and Shaunda Kennedy. AnniversaryHappy: Sept. 26 – Tom and Judy Burnsworth.

Do you have a birthday anniversaryor 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 daysdeadline260-571-2577;isThurs-by7p.m.

Manchester’s FOL to host book sale

The Friends of the ManchesterNorth Public Library will hold the Fall Book Sale from 9 to 5 on September 29, 30 and October 1. This event is an important fund-raiser that finances many of the nity.agesofsuchmakeeventspurchasesprograms,andthathelpourlibraryavitalcenteractivitiesforallinourcommuING:REPORTSSLOCUMFRANCESDARMEET-

The monthly meeting of the Frances Slocum Chapter of the Daughters of the RevolutionAmerican (DAR) took place on September13Tuesday, at the dedicatedintegrity.womendaughtersgramdevelopmentbased,desiredofintionbers.TroupofwithgaveLaVernetroopHeritagetions.lowedDARopenedBaker.NcNeeley,Wright,Dyson,ScarlettandShaffer,CallieMcNeeley,GuestsRoom,HentgenGrandstaff-ActivityWabash.wereDianaJenn,andEllaDanielleLydiaBrock,andChloeMarlieClarenceRichardThemeetingwiththeritual,fol-withdevo-AmericanGirlsleader,Marion,theprogramtheassistancetheWabashIN0252mem-Theorganiza-wasfounded1995byagroupparentsthatafaith-characterpro-toguidetheirasofGodandAHGistothe

mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country. It is a program for girls 5 to 18 years of age. For more information about the AHG program, contact LaVerne Marion at 260-563-8759. The next meeting of the Frances Slocum Chapter will be Tuesday, Oct 11 at havingRevolution.Americanpatriotdescentcanyearsanybershipattend.alwaysbersProspectiveAvenue,ManchesterRoom,HentgenGrandstaff-Activity1241Wabash.mem-andguestsarewelcometoDARmem-isopentowoman18ofage,whoprovelinealfromaoftheThosequestions

about their family history 4376.Amiss527-2208Tamrawww.dar.orgcontactinformationlineagemayorWiseat574-orBarbaraat260-982-

LESSONSSQUAREWESTERNDANCE

: Western Square Dance Lessons will be offered this fall and open to beginners for three weeks - September 25, October 2, and October 9. The classes will be held from 4 – 6 p.m. in the Scout Hall in Warvel LessonsPark.are$3 per person per lesson and the first lesson is free. The Belles and Beaus Square Dance Club are sponsoring the lessons and Club Caller DavidsonJerrywill be teaching the classes. For more information, call 260982-2814.

NM

SHOOT:WALTONIZAAKPRIZE

The Izaak SeptemberbeginningfollowingPrizeChapterManchesterLeague/NorthWaltonwillholdShootsontheSundays,atnoon:18&25, Cont. on Pg. 19.

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October 23 & 30. Cash prizes (split the pot). $3 entry fee per round, youth $2. Location is the club grounds just north of Liberty Mills, follow the green and yellow Refreshmentssigns. will be attheInformationralourwisecleancatedorganizationconservationAmericaWaltonects.portfundraisersshoots”Theseclubavailableshoot.beO/UWeatherbywinnerDrawing“familygroundseventorcomeEveryoneavailable.iswel-toparticipatesimplyenjoytheandourclub-wearefriendly”.fortheofa“Orion”shotgunwillattheOctober30Ticketsfromanymember.“turkeyaretosup-localclubproj-TheIzaakLeagueofanationaldedi-tocleanair,waters,andstewardshipoflandandnatu-resources.aboutIWLAavailabletheshoots. is open from 2-5 p.m. on Thursdays. The Food Pantry is located at 500 N. Front Street, N. Manchester. you have a

Wabash County

GARAGE SALE: Thursday evening, 9/22, 5-8pm and Friday, 9/23, 8am-12Noon. N. 200 W. (5.5

GARAGE SALE: Friday, 9/23, 8am-5pm; Saturday, 9/24, 8am-2pm. 3750 S. SR 15, 1 mile south of town, condos on the right. Very nice women’s clothing medium and up, many $.50 to $1 (Kohls, JC Penney, Vera Wang, etc.), kids clothes and shoes. electric blankets, household items, jewelry armoire, sweeper, and lots of miscellaneous.

Roann

BARN SALE: 5565 E. 1300 N., Roann. Thursday 9/22, Friday 9/23, Saturday 9/24, 8am-5pm. Household, old windows, holiday decor, and a lot of miscellaneous treasures.

Articles For Sale

MOVING SALE: Friday, September 23, 9am-5pm; Saturday, September 24, 9amNoon. - 1 DAY Only, September 23 Sale: 9am-5pm.

LARGE RUMMAGE sale, red building next to Kitchens Plus, 1770 S. Wabash Street. Friday, 9/23 and Saturday, 9/24, 9am-4pm. Baby clothes, adult clothing, tools, indus trial stainless cookware, hickory gun cabinet, toys, lamps, lots of glassware, ice fishing gear, old meat grinder, antiques, lots of miscellaneous.

NICE CHERRY wood crib with mattress, size 7 dia pers, Kenmore sewing machine with cabinet, women’s 27” bicycle, dropleaf table and 2 rolling chairs. Lots of miscella neous. Friday, 9/23, 8am5pm; Saturday, 9/24, 8amNoon. 1158 Stitt Street.

SEPTEMBER 23 & 24, 9am-6pm. No Early Sales! Fishing and camping gear, leftover supplies from handyman business, men’s and women’s cloth ing (medium), shoes, and a lot of miscellaneous. 311 Birchwood Court.

North Manchester

MASSAGE CHAIR, $800. Treadmill, $200. Set of 2 suitcases, $20 each. Oster blender, $20. 4’ Christmas tree with lights, $20. Safe with key, $20. HoMedics massage cushion with heat, $20. Call 260-9824044.

Farm

2 HAY WAGONS, 1 Haybine mower, 10 ft. Call 260-438-4480.

DVD’S, CHILDRENS books, clothing, exercise bike, Coleman portable hot tub, Lots of miscellaneous. 403 E. 3rd Street, in alley behind house. Saturday, September 24. One day only, 9am-6pm.