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Enriching Students for 25 Years: The Story of the Artist Lecture Series at Wabash High School

By Lori Overmyer This is a love story.

Not one with flowers, hearts, candy, and romance.

This is a love story about the passion and work that went into making a great program and developing a legacy for students at Wabash High School, and for full disclosure I was in on this journey from the beginning as a committee member.

But, this is not a story about me.

In the early ‘90s, WHS library aide Jeanie Cooper was assigned to the school climate committee, a group challenged to create ideas to improve the atmosphere and environment for the school.

“I had seen the success of the Artist Lecture luncheons at the Women’s Clubhouse and thought our kids might enjoy that type of programming at the high school,” she said.

Cooper’s vision was students would be exposed to all different types of programs such as music, art, drama, crafts, county history, and whatever else could be packed into an hour lunch period. She took this idea to Marcia Forrester, Wabash City Schools head librarian, and the idea became magic.

The word “magic” may seem hyperbolic but keep reading. These women know how to put on a show, and they did at least 90 shows from 1995 to 2020.

Cooper and Forrester had already developed a working rhythm when the Artist Lecture Series began with Cooper more orientated to program-

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ming, while Forrester’s strength came from logistics. Between them, they knew their resources Kallen Kelsheimer and Rob Ford, WHS, rap at Street Jam 2020. Photos provided and how to draw a crowd.

The 1995-96 school year brought three lectures that couldn’t have been more different. Re-enactors from Paradise Spring came in to teach the kids about the Paradise Spring Treaty, the Beat Goes On introduced students to beatnik poetry, and the tradition of Christmas crafts began.

Over the 25 years, a rhythm developed. A set committee of teachers, community members, and students met to suggest ideas and support the programming. The annual plan included at least four programs with the only certainty being Christmas crafts in December. No idea was too crazy or impossible. The group was encouraged to think big to get big rewards.

As an original committee member, I was awed at how we became an oiled machine so quickly, but even more the Original Artist Lecture committee member Bill Benysh and newest member desire to engage the students.

Donna Ballard review the photo albums from 25 years of lectures.

There was never a moment when we made choices based on peers, and spend an hour laughing. performance. In other words, Artist what would be easiest for the adults. Lecture Series truly tried to reach That show was followed up with The program was about student Show Us What You Got, an opportuthe goal of engaging a wide audiengagement. nity for students and teachers to disence of students.

The Programs play the fun, odd, and crazy items The student-driven programs The list of programs can be dividthey collect. were the most popular. With one of ed into history of Wabash County, We discovered quickly that WHS the early lectures, From Ragtime to science, art, literature, drama, Our Time, showcasing students had many talented but often unhermusic, multicultural, current events modeling vintage fashion to modern alded students, so the programing information and reflection, food, day rags, students were hooked. became a way to spotlight them. games/competitions, and student They got to dress up, model for their Continued on Page 4

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Hands of Hope transitions to mobile advocacy

Hands of Hope, a division of Family Service Society, Inc., announced Sept. 1 its transition from a domestic violence shelter to a new innovative mobile advocacy model to better serve victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and stalking.

Through this new innovative approach, Hands of Hope will reach more victims and survivors through increased access points, locations, and services. The significant difference is meeting victims where they are – in a safe loca-

tion of their choice.

“While we have helped hundreds of men, women, and children in the shelter over the years, we acknowledge that communal living is hard, shelter is expensive and capacity is limited,” said Linda Wilk, Hands of Hope Director.

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Mobile advocacy is a client-focused model that allows greater customization of services to a more diverse population. One of the most significant advantages is advocates can provide flexible meeting locations for services rather than clients coming to the shelter for services. This new model has been proven successful across the nation.

In Indiana, the Center for Women and Families in Southern Indiana made the shift suc-

cessfully in 2018.

Additionally, the Adams Wells Crisis Center in successfully transitioned to a mobile advocacy service model in 2019.

Nationally, domestic violence shelters are only reaching about 5% of individuals who are experiencing abuse. With the mobile advocacy model, programs can significantly increase the reach of their services by removing challenges victims must often overcome to access

services.

The transition to mobile advocacy in other communities has provided advocates the unique ability to serve victims more effectively by going to them – in a safe and secure location.

Emerging evidence in the domestic violence field shows the effectiveness of the mobile model for reaching more survivors. When programs across the state of Iowa transitioned to the mobile service model in 2014, they doubled the num-

ber of domestic violence survivors served, and quadrupled the number of sexual violence victims served.

As of Sept. 1, Hands of Hope fully transitioned out of its traditional residential facility. The organization will continue to provide survivors with a range of options that align with their safety and independence needs.

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City’s annual fall clean-up to begin on Sept. 13 The City of Wabash will have the annual Fall clean-up from Sept.

13-17.

City officials ask that items not be placed on the curb prior to Friday, Sept. 10.

For the clean-up: Pick-up route will be divided into four sections, following the same route as weekly trash Items will only be picked up from tree lawns and along city streets Items to be picked up should be in place by 7 a.m. on the day of pick-up or the items may not be picked up

Piles of items to be picked up should be no larger than 4-feet by 8-feet Also, items for pick-up should be separate from brush piles If residents miss their pick-up time, they have the option of taking it to a city-provided dumpster at the Wabash County Solid Waste District or take it back inside.

The dumpster at the Wabash County Solid Waste District located at 1101 Manchester Ave will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and

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ment, other community organizations, and regional shelters to ensure that survivors safety needs are met.

When emergency shelter is needed, Hands of Hope advocates will provide accommodation solutions that best suit each client’s situation.

Additionally, they have increased capacity to support survivors’ longer term stability goals, including sustainable housing.

Throughout the course of establishing mobile advocacy, Hands of Hope assessed the needs of the community, interviewed survivors, communicated with key partners and deter-

mined how to best meet the needs of those seeking services. Hands of Hope is fully prepared, staffed and committed to serving as many victims as possible in the most effective and efficient ways possible. Working in partnership with victims and survivors, mobile advocacy is focused on safety and supporting survivors.

“We have always been at the forefront of leading the adoption of innovation in domestic violence programs and services,” said Wilk. “We believe this innovative change is the right one for survivors of domestic violence or sexual violence in our community

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Saturday. The dumpster will be manned, and those wishing to leave items will be asked to provide proof of residence in the city.

Items that will not be picked up are; batteries, paint, petroleum products, household chemicals, tires, appliances with freon (appliances with red tag to denote that the freon was professionally removed, will be accepted), loose shingles, drywall, plaster, televisions, computers, and other electronic devises.

Residents can take; chemicals, tires, appliances, batteries, paint, petroleum products, televisions, computers, and all other electronic devises to the Wabash County Solid Waste Management District located at 1101 Manchester Ave. the District will take these problem items free of charge.

The Street Department sometime runs behind schedule due to heavy amounts of trash or weather.

Officials ask for residents to be patient.

...continued from Page 2 and all who are committed to their safety. We are excited to begin this journey and to serve our community in a whole new way.”

For more information, visit http://www.famservices.com/mobileadvocacy/ or call the 24-hour helpline, 765-6640701.

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Roann FD receives grant More than 70 rural and volunteer fire departments from 46 counties have been awarded more than $319,000 in Volunteer Fire Assistance grants, DNR Director Dan Bortner announced today.

The Roann Volunteer Fire Department received a $4,900 grant to be used for safety.

The awards will be used for training, installation of dry hydrants, or to purchase necessary firefighting equipment and gear to combat wildland fires. The grants

are administered by the DNR Division of Forestry and made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service.

Recipients were selected based on population density, acres of public wildlands protected, and wildland fire reporting to DNR Fire Control Headquarters. As in past years, emphasis was given to projects that involve the fighting of wildfires.

The awarded grants range from $1,590 to $5,000.

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The first Unplugged event, music without electricity, was in 1998 followed by another in 2002. Later we had an American Idol style competition, and by 2016 Street Jam became our jam with two more sessions, one in 2018 and 2020.

Maya Benysh, WHS Alumni and committee member said, “My favorite lecture was Street Jam because we were all surprised and supportive of our peers.”

Artist Lecture was also the perfect way to preview school plays. Kathy Geible’s drama students wore their costumes and put together teasers.

This allowed the actors to perform for an audience, but more importantly, students were exposed to drama and then wanted to attend the full play.

The locally written and produced play, “Wait ‘til You Get to Wabash” also had a teaser for the students.

The historical lectures introduced students to James Dean, Mr. Honeywell, the Myths of Wabash

County, Indiana Folklore, the story of Modoc, the Portrait of Lincoln, Haunted Wabash, and Snapshots of Wabash: architecture throughout the 1900s-1940.

Although not local, we celebrated Disney’s 100th year and Afred Hitchcock.

We covered natural science as well with Here Comes the Sun with Ginger Murphy, naturalist, the Zoo Comes to You with Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo animals, and Celebrate Earth Day – Wabash in its Natural State with Jason Kissel, ACRES Land Trust.

During the first 25 years, as a country we faced challenges that had to be reflected. In 2001 Jean Siebert presented Ground

Zero, the story of the rescue mission at the Twin Towers.

Father Sextus Don spoke on the Tsunami Disaster in 2005, and Mike Shrider presented Hurricane Katrina: Operation Rescue.

Food has been an important part of the Artist Lecture Series with Fun Foods – Edible Food Concoctions, Chili Cook-Off, and three different Cupcake Wars.

“My favorite lecture was cupcake wars. I was amazed at the artistic design of the cupcakes,” Donna Ballard, WHS art teacher and committee member, said.

The musical culture of Wabash County opened the doors for several lectures.

International Jazz Artist Kim

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...continued from Page 1 Park performed for the Artist Lecture Series in 2004, bringing his talents as a saxophonist, flutist, pianist, and composer to the WHS library.

In 2006 committee member Bill Benysh was able to work with the Honeywell Center to procure the talents of the St. Lawrence String Quartet, and In 2007, David Happ, jazz pianist, celebrated his music with us.

Although not musical, illustrator Ron Mazellan, art professor at Indiana Wesleyan, spoke to students and presented his art. Mazellan has illustrated “You Can Be a Friend”

by Lauren and Tony Dungy and the “Longest Season” by Cal Ripken Jr.

In 2000, we celebrated Multicultural Month with Japana-rama, A Passage to India, and Festival of Talents.

That was followed in 2003 with Miss Leland Goes to Hungary and the Celebration of International Education Week featuring exchange students Anna Schneider, Germany, and Nina

Duran, Spain.

Our students that travelled to Japan gave a presentation on their trip, and the Japanese students that came to Wabash did a round robin event showcasing Japanese Culture.

Our students have also told the story of their trip to Washington, D.C., and displayed their Day of the Dead dioramas.

While it’s not all been fun and games, we have hosted games. Our students have loudly played Euchre, the Dice Game, checkers and Guitar Hero for prizes and food, and quietly, but passionately played chess.

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Series is Christmas Crafts.

Every year since the beginning, the sample crafts have been displayed before Thanksgiving and sign-ups began the Monday after the holiday. At first, we were concerned students would forget to sign up since they had been on a short vacation.

They didn’t. They lined up, and most years the spots were gone before the end of first period.

Through the years, the crafts have been special.

We’ve had six-foot holiday lampposts, advent calendars, large wooden Christmas tree card holders, sweet table decorations, and many snowmen, to name a few.

Cooper said, “Many times students or their parents tell me they still have and use the crafts for holiday decorating.”

The Presenters

For the 25-year celebration of the Artist Lecture Series, Darcy Dyson, library aide and lifetime contributor to the program, used images from the hundreds of lectures to create dioramas highlighting the variety of activities.

Bueler’s Day Off ” and “The Coal Miner’s Daughter.”

Another Hollywood artist, recently Emmy nominated Michael Ferry, paired with high school film partner Steven Weir, to encourage and judge the Oskewawa Film Fest in 2019.

Comedian Michael Palascak joined Bill Benysh

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...continued from Page 4 Other members of the Wabash family who have provided lectures include Josh Steele with the Steele Project, Michael Beauchamp and the

and the Supporting Acts WHS alumni have shared their talents, even when it’s meant travelling to the high school from out of state.

Oscar nominee and Emmy winner John Corso shared the secrets of set design for his movies fascinating the students with tales from “Ferris

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on Inside the Comedian Studio to showcase Palascak’s comedy chops and to hear his reflection on growing up in Wabash and the journey to a career in comedy.

The Drama Starts Here! was headlined by A.J. Morrison. He shared his experiences in the performance industry.

story of Modoc, Ron Woodward with Haunted Wabash, and Ellen Stouffer with The Ellen Show: Her Art in Life.

Not all presenters

have been alumni.

Many have been community or family members willing to share their talents with the students.

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Rock shows coming to Honeywell, Eagles

Honeywell Arts & Entertainment has an exciting lineup of live rock concerts coming to the Honeywell Center and Eagles Theatre this fall.

Tickets for all shows are available at HoneywellArts.o rg.

Little River Band – Saturday, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center. Most seats at $40, $55; limited premium seating $100 The Little River Band enjoyed huge success in the 70s and 80s with multiplatinum albums and chart-topping hits like “Lady,” “Reminiscing,” “Cool Change,” “Lonesome Loser,” “The Night Owls,” “Take It Easy On Me,” “Help Is on Its Way,” and more.

The evening will include special guest Tommy Kelly.

This performance is sponsored by

First Merchants Bank, with associate sponsorship provided by Ceres Midland.

Melissa Etheridge – Wednesday, Sept.

29, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center . Most seats $39, $62; limited premium seating $129 Melissa Etheridge stormed onto the rock scene in 1988 with the release of her critically acclaimed, self-titled debut album. She hit her stride in 1993 with “Yes I Am,” her fourth album which featured the hits “I’m the Only One” and “Come to My Window.”

Etheridge’s latest album, “One Way Out,” will be released in September.

Boston Singer Tommy DeCarlo – Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell

Center . Most seats $29, $39; limited premium seating $75 This two-show package starts with The Music of Journey with Rudy Cardenas of American Idol, featuring a full set of Journey classics like “Open Arms” and “Separate Ways.” Boston singer Tommy DeCarlo will then take the stage for The Music of Boston with a set of hits from the legendary band’s ‘70s and ‘80s career.

This performance is welcomed by 101.9 Rocks.

Bee Gees Gold: The Tribute – Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. at Eagles Theatre. All seats $25 John Acosta has performed as Barry Gibb in Bee Gees Tributes all over the world! From the look to the falsetto, you’ll close your

eyes and say “It’s Barry!” Bee Gees Gold features a live band as they recreate the look and sound of the iconic group with hits like “Massachusetts,” “I Started a Joke,” “Stayin’ Alive,” and “You Should Be Dancing.” This performance is welcomed by 105.9 The Bash and sponsored by The Ford Meter Box Company, Inc. Buddy Guy – Saturday, Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center.

Most seats $45, $65; limited premium seating $129 Ranked as one of the top guitarists of all time by Rolling Stone, Buddy Guy is known for his electrifying live performances. The pioneer of the Chicago blues sound has influenced musicians like Eric Clapton, Jimi

Hendrix, and Stevie Ray Vaughan.

Tesla – Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Honeywell Center.

Most seats at $29, $59; limited premium seating $125.

Tesla was born in the 80s and their bluesy and soulful sound remains popular decades later with hits like “Heaven’s Trail (No Way Out),” “Love Song,” “What You Give,” and their mega-hit “Signs.” This performance is welcomed by 101.9 Rocks and sponsored by Rick’s Auto Repair & 24 Hour Towing.

Duke Tumatoe and the Power Trio – Thursday, Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at Eagles Theatre.

All seats $15 American blues guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Duke Tumatoe has

Duke Tumatoe performed at the Eagles Theatre in 2015. The Paper file photo

gigged with Muddy Waters, Bo Diddley, B.B. King, and Willie Dixon. Duke has released 17 albums with The All-Star Frogs and The Power Trio and still plays 200 dates per year.

Geoff Tate formerly of Queensrÿche – Thursday, Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Eagles Theatre .

Most seats $25, $39,

$69; limited premium seating $99 Geoff Tate will embark on a nation-wide tour in celebration of the 30th anniversary of Queensrÿche’s albums “Empire” and “Rage for Order.”

Tickets can be purchased at HoneywellArts.o rg or by calling 260-563-1102.

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Grow Wabash County plans Excel training Grow Wabash County and Ivy Tech Community College have partnered to present a series of Microsoft Excel training workshops.

This workshop will have three sessions: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.

Participants are encouraged to attend all three to ensure that they are prepared for the higher-level skills used in the Advanced session.

The development of this Excel training series is the direct result of feedback from Grow Wabash County investors that expressed a need for themselves or their employees to acquire or

refresh certain skills related to Microsoft Excel.

“Grow Wabash County is focused on connecting our investors with quality, relevant training programs that will ultimately allow for those businesses and their employees to grow and succeed,” Tenille Zartman, vice president of Grow Wabash County, said. “We are thankful that Ivy Tech Community College has joined us in making programs like these a reality in Wabash County.”

This workshop series will meet on three consecutive Tuesdays, Oct. 5; Oct. 12; and Oct. 19, from 1-5 p.m. at the

Program to look at American Front Porch The Dr. James Ford Historic Home will welcome Paul Hayden for a look at The American Front Porch on Tuesday, Sept. 14 at 7 p.m.

The event is a presentation of Honeywell Arts & Entertainmentand is made possible in part by the generous support of the Ford Meter Box Foundation, Inc. and Mosier’s Tarps.

Hayden, Director of the Northeast Field Office of Indiana Landmarks in Wabash, will cover an architectural guide of residential porches that evolved between 1830 to 1930. Guests are encouraged to bring photographs of their front porches to ask questions about maintenance and restoration issues.

Tickets for the presentation are $4 and can be purchased at www.hon-

eywellarts.org or by calling the Honeywell Box Office at 260.563.1102.

Members of the Dr. Ford Home and children 12 years and younger receive complimentary admission.

A venue of Honeywell Arts & Entertainment, the Dr. Ford Home is a restored 19th century physician’s home and surgery center that invites guests to experience the daily lives, personalities, and activities of the Dr. Ford family during the Civil War era.

The venue hosts a variety of events and exhibits each year, offering visitors of all ages opportunities to learn and engage with history.

Wabash County Learning Center, 277 N. Thorne St. in Wabash.

Tuition to attend all three of the workshops is $325 for Grow Wabash County Investors and $375 for the general public.

Attendance to one of the workshops is $150.

Registration for

this workshop series can be done at www.growwabashcounty.com/excelworkshop or by contacting Grow Wabash County at tenille@growwabas hcounty.com or by calling 260-563-5258.

Scholarships are available for Wabash County residents that have

been negatively impacted by COVID-19 thanks to grant funding awarded to Grow Wabash County by the Wabash County United Fund.

Applicants may apply for a scholarship at www.growwabashcounty.com/trainingscholarships.

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John Brainard Jr., 73

Susan C. Egolf, 66

Vietnam veteran

U.S. Army veteran

Worked for Sodexo Food Service

Feb. 12, 1947 – Aug. 29, 2021

Sept. 6, 1947 – Sept. 1, 2021

March 15, 1955 – Sept. 1, 2021

Carl Crandall, 74

Carl Christopher Crandall, 74, of Swayzee, passed away at 8:55 am on Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, in his home.

He was born in Peru, on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 1947, to Charles and Martha (Rennaker) Crandall. He was married to Jana Marilyn (Lowe) Crandall, whom he met in Bunker Hill. It was “love at first sight” for Carl.

They recently celebrated their 43rd anniversary on June 30, 2021.

Carl graduated from Southwood High School in 1965 and continued his education at a millwright trade school. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, achieving the rank of SP4. He enjoyed working with Hawk Missiles in Korea and Key West, Fla. Following his honorable discharge from the military, Carl worked at Dana Corp. before finishing out his career as a millwright for 25 years at Chrysler. He retired in 2007. Carl was a life member of the NRA, as well as a member of the American Legion and VFW (both in Wabash). He attended Herbst United Methodist Church.

Born and raised on a farm, Carl liked showing quarter horses in his younger years. He also liked driving fast cars and had done his fair share of drag racing for 30 years at Bunker Hill and Muncie. He participated in Super Chevy Shows in Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan. Carl placed in Super Pro in Michigan and was very proud of having his Chevelle spotlighted in the Super Chevy Sunday Magazine.

In addition to the love of his life, Jana, survivors include his daughter, Dana Love of Jacksonville, Fla.; son, Craig Christopher (Jeanine) Crandall of Rising Sun; granddaughter, Brittany (Juan) Ibarra; grandsons, Clinton Christopher Crandall and Carter Christopher Crandall; great-grandson, Diego; great-granddaughter, Lyli; sister, Carolyn (late David) Roser of Wabash; niece, Deann (Dean) Everroad; greatnephew, Cale; several friends; and his beloved pets, Daisy, Killmouski, and Kaycee.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation and services were Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, at Swayzee Nazarene Church, 2560 S. 800 W., Swayzee. Burial was at Converse Cemetery.

Arrangements were entrusted to NeedhamStorey-Wampner Funeral Service, Rybolt Chapel, 314 N. Washington St., Swayzee, IN. Memorial contributions may be directed to Marion-Grant County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1921, Marion, IN 46952; Paralyzed Veterans of America, 575 N. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204; or Tunnels 2 Towers, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Diane Pfeifer, MD, and her staff; the staff at Guardian Angels Hospice of Kokomo; and all of the people who helped him in his final moments.

Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.

John Marshall Brainard, Jr., 73, of rural Wabash, died at 7:57 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.

He was born on Sept. 6, 1947, in Wabash, to John Marshall, Sr. and Jean D. (Brown) Brainard.

John was a 1965 graduate of Wabash High School. He was preceded in death by his first wife Linda Brainard, who died Aug. 9, 1967. He then married Patsy Coon in Wabash on June 9, 1973.

John was a U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed working.

John was a journeyman millwright and during his lifetime, had several jobs. He worked for Diehl Machines, Brown Trucking, Gaunt and Son Inc, General Tire, owned John Brainard Excavating, and retired from Chrysler, in Kokomo.

He was a 50 year member of Hanna Masonic Lodge. John also enjoyed his 34 Ford hot rod, motorcycles, operating heavy equipment, traveling with his wife Patsy, and loved spending time with his family and grandkids. He was an animal lover, and especially loved his dog, Jackson.

He is survived by his wife, Patsy Brainard of Wabash; three sons, Jay R. (Kendra) Brainard, Kevin (Stephenie) Brainard, and Cory (Maia) Brainard, all of Wabash; 12 grandchildren, Zachary Brainard, Joshua (Kelsey) Brainard, Jared (Rachel) McDonald, Lindsey (William) Murphy, Dyson (Emily) Brainard, Emma Brainard, Gavin Brainard, Claire Brainard, Avry Napier, Emma Napier, Graci Napier, and Cohen Brainard; great-grandson, Emmett Brainard; brothers and sister, Michael (Ma’Fe) Brainard of Wabash, Anne (Verne) Eckley of Arkansas, Bill (Kathy) Brainard of Ohio, and Tom (Sue) Brainard of Wabash.

He was also preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Avenue, Wabash, with David Phillips officiating. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call 2-8 pm Tuesday, and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

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

Susan C. Egolf, 66, North Manchester, passed away Sept. 1, 2021, at Parkview Randallia Hospice in Fort Wayne.

The daughter of Laurence R. “Larry” and Carolyn I. (Holl) Leffel, Susan was born March 15, 1955, in Wabash.

After graduating from Manchester High School in 1973, Susan went to work for Manchester Trucking. After years of service, she began working for United Technologies, where she was employed for more than 15 years. When United Technologies closed in 1998, Susan began working for Sodexo Food Service at Manchester University, where she made an impact on both her co-workers and the students. In October of 2020 Manchester University athletes and coaches did a cancer walk to Susan’s home to show their respect and admiration for her. This touching tribute left a lasting impression on Susan.

On April 9, 2004, Susan married Jay Egolf. The two were married for nearly 14 years before Jay passed away on March 6, 2018.

Susan enjoyed gardening and spending time with her cats, but she especially loved her time with her grandchildren. She also relished in her time at Manchester Church of the Brethren, where she was a member. Her faith got her through her battles with cancer and Multiple Sclerosis.

The loving memory of Susan C. Egolf will be forever cherished by her son, Jason Rhoades, North Manchester; step-daughter, Tammy Egolf, North Manchester; brother, Scott (Jo) Leffel, North Manchester; grandchildren, Rebecca Carey, Jevon Rhoades, Jacey Rhoades, Ariah Dillon, and McKayla Dillon; and great-grandchild, Liam Hendrixs Martin. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Carolyn Leffel and husband, Jay Egolf.

At the request of Susan, no services will be held. To honor her memory instead, memorial contributions may be made to Blessings in a Backpack, P.O. Box 2, North Manchester, Indiana 46962.

The family of Susan Egolf has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.

Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com

Police and fire reports Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Accidents Vehicles driven by Larry E. McLean, 80, Wabash, and Richard S. Thomas, 69, Winona Lake, collided at 11:43 a.m. Aug. 22, at the intersection of SR 15 and Division Road. Damage was estimated at $10,001 to $25,000.

Vehicles driven by Kylee J. Andrews, 16, Wabash, and Ross F. Davis, 57, Wabash, collided at the intersection of CR100E and CR100N at 3:22 p.m. Aug. 23.

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

A vehicle driven by David R. Wise, 67, North Manchester, struck a Duke Energy utility

pole at Morton and Lake Streets, North Manchester, at 9:30 a.m. Aug. 24. Wise told police he had been ill and believes he may have passed out. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000.

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Gene Crump, 87

Marilyn F. Hill, 81

Self-employed carpenter

Little League World Series fan

July 16, 1934 – Sept. 1, 2021

May 30, 1940 – Sept. 2, 2021

Gene Crump, 87, of Wabash, died at 9:16 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021, at his daughter’s home in Akron.

He was born on July 16, 1934, in Bethel, Ky., to Taylor and Bessie (Barber) Crump.

Gene married Anna May Bird in 1952; she died Aug. 10, 1979; He was a retired self-employed carpenter. Gene enjoyed gambling, traveling, hunting, and fishing.

He is survived by two children, Larry Crump of Wabash, and Judy (Gerald) Bailey of Akron; eight grandchildren, Shane Crump of Wabash, Melissa Crump of Lafayette, Ryan Crump and Chris Crump, both of Wabash, Alishia Crump of Greenfield, Gary Bailey and Jessica Bailey, both of Akron, and Christie (Chris) Heckman of Cincinnati, Ohio; five great-grandchildren, brothers and sisters, Ewel Crump of Salt Lick, Ky., Hazel Purvis of Mount Sterling, Ky., Lena (Dick) Haley of Andrews, and Robert Crump of Sharpsburg, Ky. He was also preceded in death by his parents, daughter Linda Carpenter, grandson Jamie Rife, two sisters and a brother.

Visitation and services were Saturday, Sept. 4, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Luther Bailey officiating. Burial will be in Falls Cemetery, Wabash.

The memorial guest book for Gene may be signed at www.grandstaffhentgen.com.

Police & fire ...continued from Page 8 and Christopher P. Bills, 42, Fort Wayne, collided on SR114, east of East 2nd Street Extended, North Manchester, at 8:32 a.m.

Aug. 26. Damage was estimated at between $5,001 and $10,000.

Vehicles driven by Rhonda R. Bradford, 58, Roann, and Beckie A. Elliott Maxwell, 70, Roann, collided in the 200 block of North Chippewa Street in Roann. Damage was estimated at between $1,001 and $2,500.

Vehicles driven by Donald F. Cole Jr., 78, Wabash, and Kyle M. Kerr, 50, Wabash, collided on Old State Road 15 and CR500S at 12:51 p.m. Aug. 26. Damage was estimated at $5,001 to $10,000.

North Manchester Police Department Accidents At 4:36 p.m. Aug. 18, a vehicle driven by David A. Juarez-Perez, 41, address unknown, struck a parked vehicle owned

by Daniel J. Smallwood, 42, Roann, in the 100 block of West Main Street.

Citations Konner M. Kripe, 21, Laketon, was cited for expired vehicle registration at 9:53 p.m. Aug. 21.

David A. Rosa, 25, Fort Wayne, was cited for improper tail lights at 2:07 a.m.

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Marilyn F. Hill, 81, a lifetime resident of Wabash, passed away at 7:27 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, at her home.

She was born on May 30, 1940, in Wabash, to the late Howard and Lillian (Frye) Coon.

Marilyn married Fred Hill on February 23, 1957. In 1979, Marilyn retired from General Tire in Wabash.

Marilyn had a strong faith in God and adored her family.

Marilyn will be happy to see her friend of 50 years, Phyllis Maples, in heaven.

Marilyn was a sport enthusiast and was the number 1 fan of her grandchildren. Marilyn also enjoyed the Little League World Series, and she was a Dodgers fan.

Marilyn is survived by her loving husband, Fred;

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one son, Fred E. Hill, of Indianapolis; three daughters, MaDonna J. (Pat Moede) Hill, of OshKosh, Wis., Rhonda (David) Burns, of Wabash, and Tonna (Stanley) Hudson, of Warsaw; two sisters, Doris Hirschy, of Decatur and MaryEllen (Edward) Happel, of Springhill, Fla.; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, with Pastor Tim Prater officiating.

Burial will follow at Memorial Lawns Cemetery in Wabash.

Visitation will be held from 2-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 7, at the funeral home.

McDonald Funeral Homes, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, has been trusted with Marilyn Hill’s final arrangements.

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

Tricia Ka Ayres Robinson, 57 Former MainView owner Jan. 11, 1964 – Sept. 2, 2021 Tricia Ka Ayres Robinson, 57, North Manchester, passed away peacefully on Sept. 2, 2021, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne.

Born Jan. 11, 1964, in Elwood, Tricia was the daughter of Terry and Toni (Miller) Ayres.

After graduating from Manchester High School in 1982, Tricia went on to further her education and received her Associate Degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management. After graduation she got a job in Atlanta, Ga., at the Hyatt Hotel, where she met her future husband, Richard Robinson. Tricia and Richard were wed on Jan. 29, 1990, and were married for 17 years. Even after their marriage ended, they continued to raise their children together.

Finding her career niche in food services, Tricia and Richard managed the restaurant at Rozella Ford Golf Course in Warsaw for many years. They later returned to North Manchester to manage and own the MainView, where Tricia designed and created the menu.

Tricia was a loving and kind spirit who relished in her time spent with those she loved. She went out of her way to help anyone in need, often putting their needs above hers, and preached kindness to those around her. Tricia enjoyed the simple things in life and had a passion for dancing, having fun, and cook-

ing. She could always make something great out of nothing. Tricia gave the best hugs, which will be missed by everyone who knew her.

The loving memory of Tricia Ka Robinson will be forever cherished by her parents, Terry and Toni Ayres, Leesburg; son, Josh (Page Magner) Robinson, Rochester; daughter, Emma Robinson, North Manchester; brother, Trent (Katie) Ayres, Silver Lake; foster sister, Benita Bibler, Winona Lake; and nephews and nieces, Landon Bewley, Silver Lake, Tiffany Ayres, Bay City, Michigan, Tara Ayres, Wabash, Tayler Ayres, North Manchester, Indiana, and Rachel, Will, and Grant Bibler, Winona Lake.

Family and friends may call Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, from 3 to 7 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester. Funeral services will begin Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021, at 11 a.m. with calling one hour prior at McKee Mortuary. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley St., North Manchester, with Pastor Sebrena Cline, Pastor J.P. Freeman, and Pastor Denver Ayres officiating.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Tricia Ka Robinson, memorial contributions may be made to Congregational Christian Church Roof Project, 310 North Walnut Street, North Manchester, Indiana 46962.

The family of Tricia Robinson has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.

Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com

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Police and fire reports Arrests Garrett A. Hoerdt, 19, North Manchester, was arrested on a warrant for maintaining a common nuisance, possession of paraphernalia and possession of marijuana, at 11 a.m.

Aug. 20.

Zachary M. Brockway, 28, North Manchester, was arrested on a warrant for armed robbery at 10:22 p.m. Aug. 24.

Cases A theft report was taken in the 200 block of North Maple Street at 9:51 a.m. Aug. 20.

Fire Runs To the 1400 block of State Road 114 W at 6:14 a.m. Aug. 19 for a medical assist.

To the 1100 block of West 4th Street at 4:26 p.m. Aug. 20 for a medical assist.

To the 700 block of Bond Street at 12:20 a.m. Aug. 22 for a medical assist.

To the 400 block of West 7th Street at 6:09 a.m. Aug. 22 for a medical assist.

To the 100 block of West 7th Street at 10:39 a.m. Aug. 22 for a medical assist.

To Oak Drive at 7:40 a.m. Aug. 23 for a medical assist.

Units from North Manchester, Chester and Pleasant Township fire departments responded to an alarm in the 600 block of North Wayne Street at 9:25 a.m. Aug. 23.

To the 700 block of West Main Street at 2:44 p.m.

Aug. 23 for a medical assist.

Units from the North Manchester and Chester fire departments responded to the 1100 block of SR13 at 12:57 p.m. Aug. 24 for a medical assist.

Units from the North Manchester, Chester and

Pleasant Township fire departments responded to an alarm in the 600 block of East College Avenue at 12:57 p.m. Aug. 24.

To the 400 block of East 9th Street at 2:58 p.m. Aug. 24 for a medical assist.

To the 400 block of West 7th Street at 6:47 p.m. Aug. 24 for a medical assist.

To the 400 block of West 7th Street at 5:33 a.m. Aug. 25 for a medical assist.

To the 600 block of East College Avenue at 10:03 p.m. Aug. 25 for a medical assist.

To the 900 block of West 4th Street at 3:34 p.m. Aug. 25 for a medical assist.

To the 600 block of East College Avenue at 10:09 p.m. Aug. 25 for a medical assist.

The Chester Township Fire Department responded to the 200 block of North Market Street at 10:26 p.m. Aug. 25 for a medical assist.

To the 900 block of West 3rd Street at 7:42 a.m. Aug. 25 for a medical assist.

To the 400 block of West 4th Street at 12:30 p.m. Aug. 25 for a medical assist.

Building Permits The Wabash County Plan Commission issued the following building permits between Aug. 22 and Aug. 28: White’s Family & Residential Services, phase 2 expansion.

Dean G. Miller, pavilion/stage Trevor J. Rebholz, pole building.

Harp Development, pole building.

Marriage Licenses Jaidan Elizabeth

Coots and Paramjit Singh.

Shelby Joy Warner and Mathew Jay Bever.

Breklynne Louise Swisher and Jack Lee Guyer.

Sidney Ann Reed and Cole Marshall Mize Ashley Brubaker and Travis Pettit Bradley Duane Bidwell and Lynne Marie Lockwood Mason Andrew Arick and Kelsey Ann Bowers Brenda Nicole Polson and Natalie Ann Schnurpel Land Transfers Teresa M. Lambert and Teresa M. Fishback, warranty deed to Jacquelynn McConnell.

Zach C. Albin and Rebecca Ulrich, warranty deed to Daniel F. Ellet.

Daniel Sluss and Sara Sluss, warranty deed to Tammera Wine and Michael Cadwallader.

Eric O. Lindstrom and Sara S. Lindstrom, warranty deed to Mark A. Sluss and Vicki R. Gray.

Julie Ann McElveen, quit claim deed to Robert Lee Netro.

Thomas L. Brown and Eloise A. Brown, warranty deed to Garen D. Bushong and Susan K. Bushong.

Barbara Jean Amis and Beverly Ann Fitzpatrick, quit claim deed to Slaf Family Trust.

John Clayton Ellet and John C. Ellett, warranty deed to Allen A. Weber.

Everett I. Music and Vicki Sue Music, warranty deed to Eric O. Lindstrom and Sara S. Lindstrom.

Kathy I. Hunt, warranty deed to Aaron J. Shaw.

Franklin Goble, warranty deed to Angie Schuler.

Brittany A. Frazier, warranty deed to Riley

Wilson and Susan Wilson.

Murray V. Rockwell and Janet G. Rockwell, warranty deed to Jeffrey L. Griffith and Sarah Griffith.

Dziabis Family LP, warranty deed to Marvin D. Dziabis.

Hidden Diamond Homes LLC, warranty deed to Austin P. Marsh and Talisa L. Flohr.

Secretary of Housing & Urban Development, warranty deed to Joshua R. Hecox.

Ralph G. Swain and Laurie B. Swain, warranty deed to Robert M. Byl and Martina Byle.

Donaldson Family Revocable Trust, trust deed to Ryan S. Donaldson.

Ricky S. Cripe, warranty deed to Clarence W. McAfoose II and Bobbie J. Lee. Samantha Krieg, warranty deed to Nicholas Krieg.

Ollie W. Cagle, Judy A. Watson and Gary W. Cagle, quit claim deed to Darrell E. Watson and Judy A. Watson.

Kent Alan Mullett, quit claim deed to Brooke N. Bell.

GFE I LLC, warranty deed to Land Holding LLC. Devon A. Ballard and Nicholas G. Mattingly, warranty deed to Trisha A. Bailey.

Michael B. Taylor and Ashley D. Taylor, quit claim deed to Michelle R.

Miller.

Sheriff of Wabash County, sheriff ’s deed to Bank of New York Mellon, Bank of New York, City Mortage Loan Trust 2007-1, Asset Back Certificates, Serries 2007-1, and Nichole L. Culver.

Sheriff of Wabash County, sheriff ’s deed to Grant County State Bank and Robert K. Hudson.

Sheriff of Wabash County, sheriff ’s deed to Bluesky Capital LLC and Tiffany Diamond.

Sheriff of Wabash County, sheriff ’s deed to Grant County State Bank and Lori A. Martin.

Eddy A. Coots, Beulah E. Coots, Harold R. Coats, Harold R. Coots, warranty deed to Timothy A. Sisco.

Kayla Dyson and Kayla Bovont, warranty deed to Lydia C. Slothour.

CSB LLC, warranty deed to Catherine Anders.

Aaron W. Metzger and Megan T. Metzger, warranty deed to Matthew S. Hacker and Angela K. Hacker.

Ryan Brady McClure and Courtney Ellen McClure, warranty deed to Michael R. Replyuk.

Haley O’Brien Flanagan, warranty deed to Kristina Flynn.

Brian A. Hoffman and Nicole L. Hoffman, quit claim deed to Brian

A. Hoffman and Nicole L. Hoffman.

Brian A. Hoffman and Nicole L. Hoffman, quit claim deed to Brian A. Hoffman and Nicole L. Hoffman.

Terry Lee Mullett, warranty deed to LDMR LLC. Gary F. Glass and Patricia L. Glass, warranty deed to Joseph E. Bishir and Marissa L. Castillo.

Nellie Sue Reahard, quit claim deed to George F. Reahard Carol A. Krom and Jim Dean Krom, personal deed to Carol A. Krom and Andrew C. Krom.

Carol A. Krom and Jim Dean Krom, personal deed to Carol A. Krom, Terry L. Krom and Hunter Krom.

Carol A. Krom and Jim Dean Krom, personal deed to Carol A. Krom, Terry L. Krom and Hunter Krom.

Carol A. Krom and Jim Dean Krom, personal deed to Carol A. Krom and Andrew C. Krom.

Lynda Betten, Clarence Betten, Cynthia A. Betten and Cynthia Bettern, personal deed to Season Tiffany Blankenship.

Richard E. Deneve, Imogene D. Deneve, Richard E. Deneve and Imogene D. Deneve Trust, trust deed to Kerry Dean Moore and Toni Kay

Moore.

Steven W. Schlemmer and Phyllis J. Schlemmer, warranty deed to Terry O’Brien and Janny O’Brien.

Matthew T. Shaw, warranty deed to Jonathan Ziko and Heather Nichole Ziko.

April Stout, quit claim deed to Christopher Stout.

John A. Eads and Darla L. Eads Revocable Trust, trust deed to Emily French.

Joseph G. McKenzie, James C. McKenzie and Priscilla Ann Elliott, personal deed to Joseph G. McKenzie.

Timothy Michael Henderer, quit claim deed to Timothy Michael Henderer and Derek Miller.

Austin P. Marsh, warranty deed to Megan Bickel.

Biggs Inc., corporate deed to Ideal Suburban Homes Inc. Ideal Suburban Homes Inc., corporate deed to Tina M. Kirk.

Michael Dane Lindzy Jr., warranty deed to Hoffman Nursery & Landscaping Inc. Susan M. Roesner and Susan M. Chapman, warranty deed to Tony A. Niccum.

Scott A. Smith, Annie L. Smith and S&A Smith Revocable Trust, quit claim deed to Scott A. Smith and Annie L. Smith.

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6-30-8:00 pm Pipsqueak & Clarabelle (Strolling downtown) 7:30-9:30 pm The Bulldogs (C.S.) If rainy – Com. Bldg.

FRIDAY – September 10 - Bouncy House at South Stage area until 6:00 pm 5:-10:00 pm Vendors open 5:00-7:30 pm Car Show (library area) 5:45-6:30 pm Roann Heritage Group Cake Walk (N.S. area) 6:00-7:30pm Unwound Band (S.S.) 6:45 pm D.J. – Smitty (N.S.) 7:00 pm Lip Sync Contest (Pre-registration needed) – Smitty (N.S.) After Lip Sync Open Karaoke until 9:30 - Smitty 6:30-8:00 pm Pipsqueak & Clarabelle (Strolling downtown) 7:00 pm Antique Tractor Pull (P.F.) 8:00-10:00 pm Backwater Band (Country) (C.S.) If rainy – Com. Bldg.

SATURDAY – September 11 – Bouncy House at South Stage until 6:00 pm 7:00-10:00 am Breakfast in the Bridge – Covered Bridge Association 8:00 am 5-K Run (Neil Bever coordinator) 10:00 am HORSE PULL (P.F.) 11:00 am -10:00 pm Vendors open 11:00 am Boy Scouts Pinewood Derby Races (N.S. area) 11:00 am Kids Cardboard Box Derby (Library grounds) 10:00 am - Dusk Stockdale Mill Tours (Break for parade at 1:30) Noon-5:30 pm Trolley 85 Rides to Stockdale Mill (Break for parade) 11:30 am Wabash Community Band (C.S area) Noon-6:00 pm Joni’s Animal Grams and Pig Races – (S.S. area) 12 noon Corn Hole in the Roann Covered Bridge 1:00 pm Bicycle Rodeo (Justin Laycock) In front of library (Sponsored by Todd's Station) 1:00 pm Parade Line Up - Beside baseball field - old school area 2:00 pm Parade – “Let Your Light Shine” - Featuring Culver Military Color Guard (Free Ice Cream after the parade – In memory of Dave, J.P. & Dan Schuler) 3:30 pm Ian’s Magic Show (after parade) (S.S.) 4:00 pm Kids & Adult Pedal Pull (In front of library) (Sponsored by S & S Farm Toys/Steve Barker, & Eel River Outdoor Power Equipment) 5:00-7:00 pm Blue Holler – Bluegrass Music (N.S.) 6:30 pm Renegade Line Dancers (C.S.) 7:00 pm Modified & Hot Farm Tractor Pull (P.F.) 7:00 pm Euchre Tournament (Comm. Bldg.) Rainy – at Town Hall 8:00-10:00 pm Sugar Shot (C.S.) If rainy – Com. Bldg. * Thank you to the Walk by Faith Church Youth for clean up after the festival

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Wabash County Farm Bureau to meet The annual meeting of the members of Wabash County Farm Bureau Inc will take place Tuesday, Sept. 21, at the Bob Elrod Building at 6:30pm.

Please call reservations into Becky at 260-563-8351.

There will be an election for officer positions, a business session and other business as may properly come before the meeting.

The Christmas craft for 2020 was a wooden snowman. Jeanie Cooper prepared the snowmen for students to decorate. crafts, made decofor new experirations, and supences. She led us to plied food. reach out to all stuConclusion dents and not just (finally!) to the students in Former commitfront of us. It was tee member Tyler an important lesOlsen, who served son for me as an as both a student educator and as I and faculty member, said, “As a student, I was drawn to the competitions and games, and Living History Festival serving on the committee meant I could get tenderOpen Sat. 10-6pm • Sun. 10-4pm loins from Dye’s on Food, Frontier Music, meeting days. As Indian Dances, Traders an adult, I realized Admissions: $8 Adults, $3 Kids 6-11, 5 & Under Free how intentional the 4 miles north of Rochester, Ind. on US 31 & Tippecanoe River. No dogs or animals allowed, program was.” except to assist handicapped and pre-approved program animals.

He continued, Fulton Co. Hist. Soc. 574-223-4436 • Website: www.fultoncountyhistory.org “Jeanie Cooper was Produced in cooperation with the Fulton County Tourism Commission and Indiana Arts Commission. the best at bringing FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! together students

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Kyle Wieland, WHS principal (now Manchester Community Schools Superintendent) said, “Artist Lecture Series is one of the best enrichment programs we have at Wabash High School. Its strength lies in the partnership betwee n our faculty and

our community. It does not surprise me that this program has thrived for 25 years now considering the importance that our committee and community places on the arts.

Without the support of outstanding members of our WHS faculty, this program would not have gotten to this 25-year milestone and there is no indication that it

won’t make it another 25 years.”

Wabash High School hashtags everything with #LegacyBuilding, #TheApacheWay, and #WeAreWabash.

The 25-year legacy of bringing together students, teachers, faculty, and community members is really a labor of love and worthy of those hashtags.

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Members of the Artist Lecture committee have included Bill Benysh, Kim Oswalt, Tammy Nisley, Jeanie Scales, Sarah Cole, Angie Beauchamp, Carly Vogel, Erin Sapusek, Donna Ballard, and Jen Smith. We have also had students serve on the committee, but Olsen is the only one who has served as both.

So, why do I believe the Artist Lecture story is a love story?

It combines passion and commitment.

It combines genuine love for students and Wabash High School.

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Rick Forrester, husband of Marcia Forrester, has given his time, talent, and interests.

Forrester shared the story of James Dean, Alfred Hitchcock, Frankenstein. His multimedia presentations entertained and, in some cases, “creeped out” his audiences.

Matt Haynes, local tattoo artist and business owner spoke to the students about all aspects body art.

Our committee members’ families have been the most willing volunteers.

Cooper’s mother, Mary DeLaughter, sister, Jane Unger, and daughter, Candie Cooper, have all participated in lectures as judges, presenters, and partners with students. Husband Tony has supported behind the scenes with the grunt work of preparing and loading supplies for the various lectures and crafts.

Not to be outdone, besides husband Rick, Forrester’s daughters Darcy Dyson and Katie Maul have led Christmas

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By Laura Kurella As a child I recall zucchini being pigeon-holed as a somewhat petty vegetable that had an extremely limited use and as such, grown only when soil was too poor for anything else.

This thinking, which was most reflective of the zeitgeist of the 1960s, made zucchini practically invisible to me throughout childhood.

I purposely use the word, “invisible” because whenever zucchini did emerge in the 1960’s it was hidden in a bread recipe so varied that you were never sure if it was going to be something that would bring desire or dread!

Teetering between the two worlds of dull and unappetizing or surprisingly moist and marvelous, choosing to take a slice of zucchini bread in the ‘60s was often tantamount to playing Russian roulette with your tongue!

Today zucchini is not such a risky choice because the previous generation did this generation a kind service by weeding out all those not-so-delicious recipes, and we’ve learned to not let them grow into woody, dry squash that no one should dare eat!

Young, skinny, and oh-sodelicious, zucchini can be quite awesome when sliced into paper-thin ribbons sauteed with

garlic, olive oil and sprinkled with Parmesan!

Zucchini is also amazing in everything from soup to stews to fries thanks to recipes that successfully instruct us on how to harness a more consistently favored outcome!

Freezing garden zucchini is the smartest thing an abundant gardener can do because it affords you the future pleasure of serving it, and if you are keen enough to measure it before freezing, makes for a convenient, pre-measured packet that’s ready for using!

Looking to add a special zing to my zucchini recipes today I thought it would be fun – and more flavorful – to make a special hand-held that features a zucchini tortilla that, in addition to offering loads more flavor, are also gluten-free.

And for those with extra garden-fresh zucchini it gives you another way to preserve your Godgiven garden goodness in ways you can enjoy for the rest of the year! !

Zucchini Zing Zeros Note: This recipe can be made as just the zucchini shells or just the zucchini filling, or combined to make an extraordinary meal!

Prep Time: 15 minutes: Cook Time: 20-30 minutes; Total Time: 40-45 minutes Yield: Approximately 8 shells.

4 cups coarsely grated/shredded zucchini 1 large egg 4 ounces parmesan cheese, handgrated 1/4 cup bread crumbs 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon natural fine sea salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper then spray with cooking spray and set aside. Shred or grate zucchini then squeeze out as much excess liquid as you can. (Prefreezing then thawing or microwaving fresh zucchini slightly will help this veggie to release excess moisture.) Place drained/squeezed zucchini in a large bowl then add remaining ingredients and, using clean hands, mix well until mixture cleans the sides of the bowl and makes a formable dough.

Using a 1/4 -cup measure, divide dough up into even portions, forming into balls. Place each ball onto prepared baking sheet then press down, flattening evenly into a thin, approximately 5” zeros (circle). Repeat with remaining dough.

Place pans in preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes then rotate pans

and, using a spatula, carefully flip each zero over.

Return to oven and bake about 10 more minutes or until zeros look to be browning around the edges. Do not overbake or zeros will dry out and become hard.

Remove from oven and use immediately or refrigerate for later use.

Alternate Stove Top Method: Zeros can be cooked on a stove griddle instead. To do so, preheat griddle to medium heat. Place one dough ball in the center of a 6inch square of parchment sprayed with cooking spray.

Flatten dough into a 5-inch zero (circle). Place parchment with dough face down on griddle and cook until it begins to separate from parchment. Remove paper and flip zero to cook other side.

Once cooked through and edges get slightly crispy, remove from griddle. Repeat with remaining dough.

Do not overcook or zeros with become hard and stiff. Note: to soften zeros, place them, along with a wet paper towel, into a microwave and then cook at 10-15 second intervals until softened. Keep in a covered container with a wet paper towel to keep soft.

FILLING Prep Time: 15

minutes; Cook Time: 30 minutes: Total Time: 45 minutes Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1 tablespoon oil 1 small onion 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 tablespoon tomato paste

In a heavy skillet over medium-high heat, combine oil and diced onion.

Cook, stirring, until onions begin to caramelize – about 10 minutes.

Using spatula, scrape onions off to the outer edges of the pan then add the chicken. Scoot onions over the top of the breasts and for 3 minutes on each side of breast to encourage browning. Add

broth, spices and tomato paste then stir, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen bits into the broth. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cook, slightly covered for 15 minutes then reduce heat to low and, using two forks, shred breast meat into the broth.

Once chicken is completely shredded, cover pan and let coast on low heat until serving.

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Members of the Kaufman family attending the ceremony were (from left) Bob and Jeannie (Gene's daughter) Steinke, Rylan Porter (grandson), Andrew and Julia Wegeng (granddaughter) Devin and Kelli Dale (grandson and PGA), Gary and JoDee Dale (Gene's daughter) and Dayna Dale (granddaughter). Photo provided

Kaufman family accepts award for Etna Acres late founder

Gene Kaufman, the late founder and owner of Etna Acres Golf Course, was posthumously honored Aug. 16 by the PGA with the 2021 Deacon Palmer Award.

Kaufman’s grandson, Devin Dale, accepted the honor on behalf of his grandfather.

Indiana Golf officials announced on March 10 on its Facebook page: “Congratulations to our 2021 Deacon Palmer Award winner, Gene Kaufman of Etna Acres GC. The Deacon Palmer Award bestows special recognition on a PGA Golf Professional who personally displays outstanding integrity, character and leadership, in the effort to over-

come a major obstacle in their life. This individual is an unsung hero/heroine at their facility and in their community, who serve to inspire, empower and assist others, both inside and outside of the game.

“This award was first given in 2014 to Arnold Palmer in honor of his father, who the Award is named after.

“Gene Kaufman had struggled with a hemoglobin/blood issue. On a regular basis, Kaufman had to receive blood transfusions, and well as chemotherapy treatment. In 1959, Kaufman and family turned their family farm into

Etna Acres GC, where he has spent 60 years working as a PGA member.

“While battling physical and emotional obstacles, Kaufman had continued to stand by his motto, ‘Treat people right and they will return.’

And they have. For 60 years, golfers have been journeying to the middle of nowhere, Indiana to play golf and to see Kaufman.”

The Kaufman family, on the Etna Acres Facebook page, said, “our family was able to attend the 2021 PGA Special Awards put on by our Indiana Section. We were honored to accept the 2021 Deacon Palmer Award on behalf of Gene.”

Boy Scout Council plans fundraiser 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.

The third annual adult only hunt will be Friday, Sept.

17, and Saturday, Sept. 18, at Franklin L. Cary Camp. While registration is open to the public, max participants will be 750 adults per night and pre-registration only; no walk ins.

Gates will open at 7 p.m. each evening with hunting beginning at sunset.

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Proceeds will go to support the Scouting programs at Cary Camp. vent.

The cost is $20 per

person and can be purchased at https://scoutingeve nt.com/1622021TreasureHunt.

On Sept. 14 the Woman’s Clubhouse will launch its 2021-22 luncheons and programs series.

It takes place at noon on the second Tuesday of each month.

Ken Myers of North Manchester as a new board member. Jody LaSalle and Lynn Wells have accepted new committee responsibilities for Activity Director and Membership.

Everyone is welcome to attend the luncheons by making reservations with Mary Delauter 260-5636613 or Jody Stouffer on her cell at 619-990-7088.

To help facilitate better communications the Clubhouse now have a beautiful, easy to use website, www.waba shwomansclubhouse.org. One can make reservations, communicate with clubhouse officials or visit our mini wedding site. There also is a very active page on Facebook, Woman’s Club House Association. Be sure to friend us so you receive all information easily.

The first program for the season in September will host Linda Mirante speaking on

The Woman’s Clubhouse Friendship.

Organizers are asking regular attenders to bring a friend to the program that may not have been to the Clubhouse before.

The October program hosted by the MSD retired teacher has invited Dennis Grumpp to speak on bees. The program “Bee” My Honey is full of sweet surprises.

In November Ellen Stouffer will have the program that was cancelled due to Covid, “Make your own Cookie Plate”.

Many have already order your plates so you are all set.

If you did not order a plate, call Ellen at 260-571-5339 and she will get you one.

Dec. 9 will be our Holiday Dinner fundraising Event at 6:30. It will be a magical evening with a magician as entertainment.

The Clubhouse will also offer Goodie Baskets and Desserts for auction. An Ellen Stouffer original painting will be raffled.

For the regular December luncheon and program, Musicale will present an original program for attendees. This program fills up fast so reserve your spot early.

Starting the new year, Pete Jones to give a Wabash History Lesson in January. In February, Emmilee Dewwy, cook extra-

ordinaire, will visit. Members will also be selling fudge as a fundraiser just in time for Valentine’s Day. March will be very special. The luncheon and program will be in memory of Lois VanMeter.

Representatives from the Quilters Hall of Fame, from Marion, will speak on their facility and special acquisitions. Members of the So Peaceful Quilters Club will offer a wall quilt in memory of Lois to be raffled as a fundraiser for the Clubhouse.

April will bring Emily France and her Choral group to sing. The Clubhouse will host a Tea Party on the new porch in May. Organizers hope those attending will dress-up, old-fashion style maybe with a hat.

The last program will be a game and prize day to thank you all for your support.

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Urbana Lions use grant to update building The Urbana Lions received a grant to do some much needed repairs/ replacement to the Lions/Community Building.

Work was on such as items as an inside light repair, repairing and replacing parts of the old deck on the north end of the building, new slip mats for the steps of the deck, replacing old roaster pans that worked part time, kitchen walking pads near the front of the serving window and sink, an indoor bug zapper and a new backsplash peel & stick, dish towels and hot pads along with other kitchen utensils needed. The club also purchased a new refrigerator and coffee pot. The items mentioned were in short supply and or in need of replacement or repair or added.

The club has accomplished several of the items mentioned thanks to Lions Michael and Bonita Snell, Lion Joe Adams and Lion Rick Monce. Bonita Snell purchased items for the kitchen back splash, kitchen utensils, walking pads and roasters.

Adams used his pressure washer on the deck. Monce helped Michael Snell salvage 2-by-6 boards to be used as replacement steps for the deck.

Michael Snell also purchased deck paint and pressure treated lumber for the deck, and worked for several days replacing parts of the deck that were in sad shape. He also removed a large portion of the old deck ramp that has not been used for years and had bro-

ken down.

Members spent the grant on items that the club felt the building was in need of.

They also would like to let the community and others know that the building is always available for rent, and all you have to do is call Lion Bonita 260-74-3665 and ask her if the date that you are wanting is available. Also, the Urbana Lion/Community Ball Park is available for everyone to use. You must call Bonita to make arrangements.

The park has several outstanding features; restrooms, Snack Shack if needed, pavilion with grill, pulling pad, basketball court, playground equipment, ball field and plenty of room for parking. Call and reserve your date.

Urbana Streetlight Committee members would like to thank all of the residents that have sent in their donations to support the streetlight fund.

Some of the donations were very unexpected and were of a more than asking donation. I’m not going to mention any names and you know who you are and for this we thank you ever so much.

The streetlight committee is going to host a tenderloin fry (carry-out only ). The fry will take place at the Urbana Ballpark on Sept.

25 from 4 to 7 p.m.

The cost is $10 and for that you will get two tenderloins, baked beans, applesauce and chips.

The Lagro Volunteer Fire Department will be frying the loins. All you have to do is

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Urbana Lion Michael Snell working on the replacement of the deck steps. come into the park on the south end, follow the arrows, pay your $100 and receive a ticket, pull up to the south side of the Snack Shack, present your ticket and receive your meal and exit out the north end.

This is an activity to raise much needed funds for the Urbana Streetlights. So please remember this date and come get a tenderloin meal and support Urbana’s streetlights. Remember, all you need is $10 and an appetite.

Breakfast Bunch was at it again. They met at the Fried Egg in Wabash around 7:30am. Those attending were Peggy Dilling, Larry and Nancy Meyer, Marca Snook, Tom and Joyce Willcox and Pat McNabney.

This bunch gets together to enjoy each other and to have a good breakfast. They say, come on down and join them.

Upcoming Car Show: The Urbana

Streetlight Committee will be hosting a Halloween Car & Truck Show coming this October 16, 2021. This activity is to also raise funds for the Urbana Streetlights. Keep an eye on my column for future updates.

Condolences to Philip Cramer’s family and friends from the Urbana Community.

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.

The Lagro Haunted Trail, scheduled for October 22 to 24, is a time to gather for a bonfire and a good scare.

Volunteers are needed to prepare for this fun event, and to work those days. The first planning meeting will be Sept. 8 at 6:00 p.m. You do not need to live in Lagro to volunteer.

If you would like to participate in the Haunted Trail, sign up at the Lagro Town Hall or contact Braden See at 260-571-4250. Plan on having a lot of fun!

Mark your calendar for Sept. 18, 2021. The Lagro Volunteer Fire Dept. is sponsoring a tenderloin dinner from 4-7 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 department.

Dora Christian Church, 2325 S. Salamonie Dam Road, welcomes you to worship service Sunday at 8:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. The sermon for Sept. 12 is “Scattering Seed”

based on Matthew 13:1-23. The Bible study on every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. is titled “The Person, the Promise, the Purpose, the Holy Spirit.”

The Homecoming Celebration for Dora Christian Church’s 150th anniversary (1871 – 2021) is Sunday, Sept. 19; Thankful for the Past ~ Rejoicing in the Present ~ Preparing for the Future. Worship is at 10:30 a.m. followed by a carry-in lunch. Musical entertainment begins at 2:00 p.m.

Online ordering for Northfield Football Fan Wear 2021 ends on Sunday, Sept. 19.

All orders will be delivered to the coach. A portion of all proceeds will be donated back to the NHS football program. The link to

order is: northfieldfootball2021.itemorder.com.

Upcoming events for Northfield High School: Sept. 8 – Golf (Girls V) – Wabash; Volleyball (7/8) – Peru Sept. 9 – Volleyball (V/JV) – Wabash High School Sept. 10 – eLearning Day; Football (Varsity) @ Southwood Sept. 11 – Cross Country (7/8 Coed and V/JV Coed) @ Tippecanoe ValleyInv; Golf (Girls V) @ TRC Meet Sept. 13 – Volleyball (7/8) @ McCulloch; Football (JV) – Southwood Sept. 14 – Golf (Girls V) @ Rochester/Peru; 6th Grade Volleyball – Pierceton Elementary; Football (7/8) – Southwood; Volleyball (V/JV) @ Peru Sept. 15 – Nelson’s Chicken Sales (Stouffer) Lagro Happy Birthdays: Sept. 8 – Don Bever and Dave Good; Sept. 10 – Isis Ivy; Sept. 11 – Aaron Turner; Sept. 13 – Judy Quinn; Sept. 15 – Linda Good.

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Veterans group to meet Sept. 10

Veterans Coffee and Snack will be held in the Big Room of the LaFontaine Community Building on Friday, Sept.10, at 9 a.m.

Gary Henderson will be there with a couple of therapy dogs to show the veterans how the dogs help and what they can do. Hope to see you there.

Remember this will be in the Big Room instead of the Lion Room at the LaFontaine Community Building.

MSDWC PARENTS Many of our food vendors and manufactures are experiencing shortages right now. The MSDWC Food Services Department will do their best to order what is noted on the monthly menu, but want families to know there might need to be some adjustments.

Please consider meals, “Subject to Change” for the time being. We thank everyone for their understanding.

LAFONTAINE LIONS HAND BREADED TENDERLOIN FRY on Saturday Sept. 18 47 p.m. or until gone.

Drive thru only.

Meal includes 2 hand breaded tenderloins, applesauce, chips, and a cookie. Proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the LaFontaine Community Building.

LAFONTAINE CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Our very own Lizzy and Joel came into the studio yesterday to film “My Story.”

There is much more to their story than what we thought we knew and not, they are ready to share all of it. I will tell you as the guy who sat in the room with them, their story is one f sorrow and triumph.

Some people who watch will ask, “How could one person endure so much pain and tragedy?” Which is natural response when you hear something like this.

However, Joel and Lizzy have a much different perspective. They remind all of us, there is purpose in our pain. One just has to look for it.

Please be praying for editing process and this incredible story will reach many people who need to hear the hope found in it.

This episode will premier next week.

Be sure and watch for this on Facebook under LaFontaine Christian Church My Story. Lizzy and Joel have amazing story to share with you. You will not want to miss it. It will be on LaFontaine Christian Church web page.

LAFONTAINE/ LIBERTY TOWNSHIP HISTORY CLUB met Aug. 26 in the Parker Store Building in Downtown LaFontaine. Linda Jervis brought her collection of glass canning jars and gave the history lesson on “History of Canning” It was very interesting and brought back so many memories to the seniors at the meeting. The Parker Store Window display is commemorating the Constitution of the US and the history of: (DAR) Daughters of the

Revolutionary. This display will be up for the month of September. Do not miss taking a look at it.

A discussion on the Waucoon Cemetery and where it was moved to; was answered

by Roberta Ansil the next day after she called the Vice Chief of the Miami Nation of Indiana.

He confirmed it was moved to the Mississinew Memorial Cemetery and the graves are in the Community Section. Captain Dixon Cemetery is also in this section.

It was announced that anyone interested in the Oral History Report given by Don Shenefield can be enjoyed at the Troyer Library Susie Goodpasture is working hard to get our new history book to the printers. Please get with her if you have any articles you would like to be put in.

Our two former history books are more picturetorial.

We would like to have more history in this book.

Remember that today’s news will be history tomorrow. Wouldn’t you like to have your LaFontaine / Liberty Township ties be remembered for years to come?

Also, if anyone has or knows of any one with pictures of the one room schoolhouses in Liberty Township, we would like a copy. Susie can be contacted at 765981-2033. Regina Hiple is working with Ron Woodward and the Wabash Convention Center to host a tour of Liberty Township.

It will be on the 85 Trolley, so seating will be limited. It is being planned for Saturday Oct 30, 2021 from 9:00 to 12:30. Our next meeting will be

Sept. 23, 2021 at the Parker Store @ 6:00 P.M. Anyone interested in local history is welcome to join us. The history lesson for that meeting is Share and Brag of something pertaining to local history.

Reporter Janet Pattee WHITE’S RISIDENTIAL AND FAMILY SERVICES Congratulations to Residential Family Teachers Savannah Swan and Stephan Powless for earning their TeachingFamily Model certification! The Teaching-Family Model (TFM) is an evidence-based, trauma informed model of care for treating children and teens in out-ofhome therapeutic services. TFM trains staff to teach youth social skills and uses a motivation system that is positive, strengthbased, while still holding youth accountable for their choices.

SOUTHWOOD CLASS OF 1969 is going to have a 70th birthday party on Saturday, Sept. 11, at the Izaak Walton League in Somerset. We will start gathering around 3:00 and eat between 5:00 and 6:00. 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 5637065 or Ned Vandegrift at 260228-0772 or on our Facebook page. We will need to know how much meat and etc. we need to buy QUOTE By Tony Dungy “Today we are a divided coun-

try, and Satan is laughing at us because that is exactly what he wants.

Dysfunction, mistrust, and hatred help his kingdom flourish. We have to realize we are not fighting against other people, We are fighting against Satan and his kingdom of spiritual darkness”.

NEW BEGINNINGS Presents: The first charity run on Oct. 9. 2021.

Ride to raise support for New Beginnings of Wabash County!!

New Beginnings is a Men’s residential recovery center that provides men with a safe place to change their lives.

New Beginnings is donor funded so come out and ride with us! Cost is $10 each includes your band and a meal start at Brandt’s Harley Davidson registration at 10:30 a.m. Kickstands up a noon. The ride will have a guided tour of three dams!

Ride ends at New Beginnings where you will draw your hand. We will have prizes-a 50/50 drawing-and more and course food! There will be a DJ and much more!! You won’t want to miss our special drawing for a9mm SIG 365XL Hand Gun. “The Prefect Balance of Concealment and Shoot ability!” $10 per ticket. Must be 21 to enter. You do not need to be present to win.

LAFONTAINE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS 1961 will meet at the LaFontaine Community Building to celebrate 60th Anniversary. Plan on meeting at noon and have Pizza at 1 p.m. on Saturday September 25. You many stay as long as you would want to get reconnected.

This was the largest class (39) to

every graduate from LaFontaine High School. Hope to see as many that will be able to attend. The class has lost nine members. There were several who went all 12 years of school together.

Classmates, be sure and bring any items you would like to share.

SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Congratulations to our Knight Note winners for the week of Aug 23-27 Waylon M. (1st grade), from Hiss Hacker, for putting forth great effort on his NWEA test this week.. Jayden H. (6th grade), from Mrs. Eckman, for outstanding effort on his work. GOOD THOUGHTS Yep...Call me nuts/crazy, but I have been hearing about the events unfolding since I was a kid. The “Mark of the Beast”, microchips, no cash/just plastic, Marshall Law, TOTAL Government dependency/control. When we are raising a family, working long hours, some two jobs, lots of things go unnoticed or just get ignored. No one can comprehend how bad it will be till it is. We have NEVER been told to stay home, quit work and rely on the Government. WE are seeing a lot of “firsts” since January. Can our minds and bodies handle what’s coming? Not without Jesus! I pray I’m worthy of the Kingdom. I don’t want to be left behind. I wonder what doctor they will have on the news explaining the final days ...

While the devil is preparing people for the Anti Christ, God is preparing people for the fulfillment of the

scriptures as well. I don’t know when the end will take place but I do believe it could be soon. I also believe this is a time that God is giving us a chance to choose what side we will be on. We need to get the Gospel message out!!! Until the Good Lord calls me away from this world to go home, I want to make it clear that I believe in Jesus Christ as the True Lord and Savior. Despite the fact that I am human, and I fail a lot, I believe that Jesus is the Son of God. I believe that He died as a sacrifice for our sins and that He rose from the dead on the third day. He loves us all dearly (far more than we deserve) and forgives our sins when we repent. His Word says John 3:16 “whosoever believeth in Me, should not perish but have ever lasting life.” The bible also says Matthew 10:33 “But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which art in heaven HAPPY BIRTHDAY Rick Eviston, Andrea Benbow Sept. Bill Eppley Sept. 10, Lisa Wood, Madison Saril Sept.

11, James Sorrell Sept. 12 Joan Reed, Rita Smith, Tim Adams Sept. 13.

Sandra Weaver, Pattie Wimmer, Logan Wright Sept.

14, Tyler Olson Sept. 15, Chris Benson, Ed Bailey, Caidence Milliner, Walter Couch, Larry Cochran, Eva Williams, Sept.

16 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Richard and Connie McMinn Sept. 11 Bill and Shelley Hogge Sept.

12 Terry and Cheryl Roser Sept.

13Matt and Nichole Culver Sept. 15

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After being behind the scenes for more than 30-plus years organizing the Roann parade, Val Doud and Ann Meyer, with sad hearts, retired last year.

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HAPPY HOMEMAKERS: met at Roann United Methodist Church for their annual picnic on August 26, hosted by Sally Robbins and Alice Eller.

Nancy Shafer gave devotions on “Be the One”.

Eleven members enjoyed a beautiful sack lunch.

Sally opened the business meeting with the Pledge to the American Flag and the Club Creed. Sherry Draper gave the Treasurer report and it was approved. Sally asked the members to think about whom they would like to give a dona-

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Mary Wilson read “The 12 Commandments for Senior”.

Everyone enjoyed a game of “Yes or No”.

Ann Meyer won bragging rights for winning.

Each lunch hid a bug that you would see at a picnic (fake of course). Nancy Shafer won Lucky Lady gift for having the lucky ladybug in her bag.

Next meeting will be at Edith Phillips with Kathie Grandstaff cohosting on Sept.

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Sally closed the meeting with The Collect.

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Caleigh, a wonderful lunch was served to the guests as the bride-to-be opened her many gifts.

Hosting the event were Lynda Wall, Kim Palmer, and Angie Cartwright, along with Alex and Kassidy Cartwright.

GIANT SALE at the Little Cathedral – 12 Vendors with a great selection of treasures!

Antiques, home décor, household, clothing, fur niture and more! During the Roann Festival, Sept.

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PASTOR WAYNE Balmer of the Roann United Methodist Church ser mon for September 12 th will be taken from Romans 12:1-3 titled “Living Sacrifice”. This Sunday will be Noisy Bucket Sunday for the Children Ministries. This money goes to help children in our local area.

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UPCOMING DATES: Sept. 911 – Roann Covered Bridge Festival; Sept. 14 – Roann Town Board Meeting, Town Hall, 7:00 P.M.; Sept. 15 – Roann Food Pantry closing.

OUR PRAYERS go out to Don Stevens, Melvin Harrell, Rob Mace, Averi Haecker, Jo Ellen Nelson, Lowell Burrus, Betty Boyer, Coy Eads, and our country. Stay safe and stay healthy. God bless you all!

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CELEBRATING BIRTH-

DAYS: Sept. 8 – Joe Flitcraft, Issac Powell, and Kassidy Powell; Sept. 9 – Tiffany Clark, Laura Shaw, and Presley Frieden; Sept. 10 – Larry Rensberger and Idell Smith; Sept.11 – June Haecker; Sept.

12 – Noah Denton, Joel Ellis, Samantha Shidler, and Roger Stouffer; Sept. 13 – Renee Chenault, Connie Winters, Jenny See, Cheryl Ross, Landon Ottinger, and Hank Dyson.

PASTOR ROB’S Thoughts for this week: Oppression is defined as a prolonged cruel or unjust treatment of control.

Oppression is found in many ways in this life.

It may be found in a person who is a bully.

Bullies love control and they use cruel actions to empower themselves.

Oppression may be found in a relationship like family or in a job or community group. We all have found ourselves in these types of hardship. Oppression may also be in health issues, financial issues, spiritual battles and/or many other ways. The truth is that in this life you will face trouble, but the way to deal with oppression is found in whom you trust and find peace in. If God is for you, who can be against you?

Wisdom, in the fourth chapter of Ecclesiastes, teaches us about oppression.

Oppression brings tears of sorrow because it makes life hard. Hardship brings a sense of loneliness.

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Oppression also brings jealousy and envy. Jealousy is wanting what other have; when envy is being mad at the person who has what you don’t have and want. Our busyness and hard work come out of a heart of envy and Solomon says it is worthless and a striving for the wind. The things of this world, even if gained, will not bring the satisfaction we would think. Idleness can

also lead to the same sense of envy and can lead to death. But quietness, is better than toil and striving after the wind.

This life of toil never ends and our eyes are never satisfied with riches.

We are busy about

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We are taught to be successful is to be busy. We work harder and longer to achieve, yet we never get where we want to be. We are willing to do whatever it takes to

achieve and yet we cannot ever reach the goal. We believe we have it within ourselves to be whatever we can be and still we struggle being what we think we should be.

It is all vanity and a chasing after the wind.

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HUGE GARAGE Sale: 1404 Westchester Drive, September 10 & 11, Friday & Saturday, 8am-4pm.

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HUGE DOWNSIZING Sale! September 9, 10, 11, 8am-6pm. Clothing, toys, furniture, books, Christmas, household, tools, decor. So much of everything!! 5730 W. St. Rd. 16, Roann. 1 mile west of 15/16. Van Buskirk.

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