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Happy Beans: serving coffees and smiles
By MARISSA SWEATLAND Staff Writer
“The idea sparked my interest. It was right up my alley as something creative, something new, something fun that these kids can really benefit from and also feel like they are a part of something,” Rachel Jensen, “manager” at Happy Beans, a student-run coffee shop, and resource teacher at Jefferson Elementary School, explained. “A lot of these kids do not do sports or are not involved in a lot of those extra-curriculars and so this was something we were able to do to help bridge that gap.”
Happy Beans is the brain child between Jensen and Jefferson Elementary parent, Stacey Gagnon, after reading an article on a similar project. Once Jensen got the green light from her administration, Happy Beans was ready to set up shop and opened in February of 2023.
Happy Beans is “staffed” with four Jefferson Elementary School student-volunteers picked by Jensen. Through students’ time working at the coffee shop, they learn practical life skills and often other skills which can be hard to teach in a traditional classroom setting, such as reading social cues, problem solving, adaptability and teamwork.
“I like to call it Jefferson’s ‘pretend business,’” Jensen said with a big smile. “The goal is not to make money for ourselves. Our profit goes toward savings, supplies to keep our shop open and stocked and our kindness projects.”
Happy Beans’ supplies for its’ initial start-up were donated by generous community members, but restocking the shop is paid out of the young baristas’ profits. With leftover profits, Happy Beans puts the funds toward completing kindness projects picked by the students. In the past, this has included donations to Spartan Outfitters and various gift card donations to school community members experiencing hardship.
One of the larger kindness projects was a fundraiser for one of Happy Beans inaugural baristas and co-creator’s son, Israel Gagnon, following his hospitalization for sepsis. Organizers of the fundraiser hoped to raise $6,000 to cover the cost of a new wheelchair and $3,000 to $4,000 for a bicycle. Donations raised between the Israel Gagnon Fund at Lake City Bank, a GoFundMe and Happy Beans Coffee was $14,000. The fundraiser was open from Friday, Feb. 9 to Friday, Feb. 16. The extra funds raised helped with medical bill payments.
“My students love being able to work hard to show kindness to their peers and teachers,” Jensen said. “There are many staff and parents that are regular customers, but community members are invited as well.”
In addition to the social skills learned through this experience, students are also learning and growing finance skills through budgeting profits, taking payments and counting change.
“Seeing students grow in their confidence and skills and get
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HAPPY BEANS BARISTAS The Happy Beans baristas are all smiles before their first shift at the coffee shop. The students learn a variety of life skills while working at Happy Beans. Last year’s employees
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WELCOME TO HAPPY BEANS — Rachel Jensen, middle, and baristas, Israel Gagnon, Sophia Moore and Bella Bruner, get ready to open Happy Beans, a student-ran coffee shop at Jefferson Elementary School, to serve school and local community members. All photos provided by Rachel Jensen.
Library worker wears many hats on the job
By LAURIE LECHLITNER Staff Writer
“The typical stereotype of the librarian has gone out of style,” stated Anne Baughman, Pierceton. “The current librarian wears many hats. We do our best to reach out to the community any way possible.”
Baughman has been a library assistant at Pierceton Public Library for almost two years. “I always thought I wanted to be a secretary. Instead, I chose a career where I could share my joy at work with my two kids, Alivia, 3 and Clay, 8. Kids love coming to the library.”
She remembers her own joy in going to the library with her siblings when she lived in Ohio. “I really didn’t develop an interest in reading until I started going to the library. There’s something
about taking books home that you’ve chosen yourself. I loved the programs the library offered and also the LEGO table it had for children to play at.”
A typical day for Baughman begins when the library opens. “I’m usually the one who unlocks the doors and turns the lights on. I make sure the computers are up and running. I also check our book drop box. Then I’ll work on our Evergreen Program, a book and resource sharing program for all libraries in our system. I may be sending a book to South Whitley Library for a patron who has requested a book they do not have. It makes it nice for people because they can also return books to any library in our system, and they will be sent to the correct location.”
In September, Baughman was busy getting the word out about
Family Reading Night. “I do a lot of public relations work at the library. I run the Facebook page; I do the advertising for Friends of the Library. I also work in the area of accounting and payroll. It still makes me a little nervous to be learning our new accounting system.”
Baughman enjoys meeting members of the community who come to the library. “I love getting to know kids who are so excited about books. We have a kindergarten visiting day in April or May. This is when children learn how to sign up to use the library. Each student is so excited. They’ll get their first library card.”
People skills are the biggest asset a library worker needs to have. “Nobody wants to go to a library with cross or cranky librarians. We need to be respectful to our patrons and easy to approach and talk to. We also need to be flexible and able to get along with our coworkers. I work very closely with the director and another member of the staff. It helps that we have become the best of friends.”
Baughman and the staff are looking forward to hosting Family Fun Night Wednesday, Oct. 23. “We have pumpkin painting, snacks and a short movie. Fami-
provided by Library Director Connie Anderson.
lies love it each year.”
In November and December patrons are encouraged to help Pierceton Library decorate their Christmas tree. “Our staff members all sit down together and help plan these events. My job is to publicize them and make sure the general public knows.”
She and her husband Josh love doing things as a family. For example, they may be taking Alivia and Clay bowling or visiting relatives over weekends. Anne is both a crafter and scrapbooker. She loves reading.
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more comfortable week-to-week is just the coolest thing,” Jensen reported. “I can think of one student who has just absolutely thrived and has really taken on that leadership role. She is a natural; she is so good at it. Now, she wants to work at a coffee shop.”
Before Happy Beans opens for the year, Jensen will “train” new baristas on how the flow of a purchase will work. Once a customer approaches the counter, a barista will greet and take their order, while another barista serves it. Money is exchanged, change is given and another happy customer is served.
Happy Beans is gearing up for another tremendous year of serving the school and local community. Located inside the front doors of Jefferson Elementary, Happy Beans will be open from 8:45-9:30 a.m. every Friday, starting Oct. 25. The menu consists of hot regular and decaf coffee, hot chocolate and tea. Jensen is working on creating a collaborative project between Happy Beans and the school’s functional skills class to sell baked goods at the coffee shop.
LIBRARY MEMORIES Anne Baughman reads a story at the library to her two children, 3-year-old Alivia and 8-year-old Clay. Baughman is a library assistant at Pierceton Public Library and has fond memories of visiting the library in her own hometown when she was growing up. Photo
The Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy class of 2024–25 recently gathered for its first meeting of the year at Kosciusko REMC.
This year’s class includes 32 high school juniors from Lakeland Christian Academy, NorthWood High School, Tippecanoe Valley High School, Triton Junior-Senior High School, Warsaw Community High School, Wawasee High School and home-school students.
The students received an introduction to the program, learned about upcoming sessions and engaged in icebreaker activities to get to know one another.
KYLA students participate in monthly sessions across various locations in Kosciusko County, where they learn essential leadership skills. The sessions cover diverse community sectors, such as government, health care, agriculture and service organizations. Through a group community service project, students will have the opportunity to apply their leadership skills and share their experiences.
KYLA aims to create a supportive environment where high school juniors can develop leadership skills and become informed, proactive community leaders.
For more information, visit kosciuskoyouthleadership.org or follow KYLA on social media.
Christmas Bucks are coming
‘the PAPER’ will once again be kicking off the Christmas season with our annual Christmas Bucks promotion.
This is the 53rd year for Christmas Bucks in ‘the PAPER’ with a total of $3,000 in Christmas Bucks to be given away to seven lucky readers through a drawing. The promotion drives customer traffic into participating merchant’s stores in order to register to win. The Christmas Bucks cash can then only be spent in participating stores. Make sure you’re one of those merchants by contacting your sales representative, Carl Lauster at our Warsaw office, (574) 269-2932 or Susan Stump at our Syracuse office, (574) 612-0128, or contact Kristin DeVittorio, advertising manager, at the corporate office (574) 6584111, ext. 2308.
The deadline for signing up to be a Christmas Bucks advertiser is Wednesday, Oct. 23.
LEADERS IN THE MAKING Pictured in front from left are Sierra Hawley, Triton Junior-Senior High School; Melanie Hertzler, Warsaw Community High School; and Emerson Krull, Wawasee High School.
Pictured in back from left are Cruz Nunez, Tippecanoe Valley High School; Hayden Lechlitner, NorthWood High School; Ava Cosby, Wawasee High School/home school; Jackson Barros, Lakeland Christian Academy; and Chris McKeand, KYLA moderator. Photo provided.
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Bowen Health is SWCC Member of the Month
Bowen Health in Syracuse has been selected as September’s Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Member of the Month.
Bowen Health delivers care that addresses physical health, mental and behavioral health, addiction recovery, life skills coaching, and more. Medicaid is welcome, and no one is turned away for an inability to pay.
It also offers a 24-hour crisis line, (800) 342-5653, and a suicide and crisis lifeline, which accepts texts to “988.”
Bowen Health’s Syracuse location was their first successful satellite office, which expanded from 1,200 square feet to 6,700 square feet and grew from five to 30 employees, nine of whom are licensed therapists, within 14 years.
Bowen partners with the Wawasee Community School Corporation in its student assistance program, which provides prepaid counseling sessions to every student.
Bowen Health is located at 901 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday.
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ster Community Center and chamber president; Scott Kuhn, Tangibles Resale and
Karen White, Caliber Designs, chamber secretary; and Elise Guy, Guy’s Lawn Care
North
treasurer. Shown in back are Corrie Collins, Hot Head Burritos’ manager; Alyssa Collins, Hot Head Burritos; and Josh Himelick, Northwest Bank, chamber director. Photo provided by North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce.
Hot Head Burritos September
NWTTC Member of the Month
Brought to North Webster in 2021, Hot Head Burritos has been named the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce’s member of the month for September.
Hot Head Burritos Manager Corrie Collins accepted the sign with part of her staff: Haley Collins, Alyssa Collins and Lexi Whitaker.
Chosen for its positive impact on the community and involvement with the chamber, Hot Head Burritos is located on SR 13 near the post office.
The fresh-made burritos, bowls, tacos, nachos, quesadillas, and kids’ meals are offered instore and via drive-thru or can be
ordered online ahead of time.
The staff invites customers to follow its Facebook page, HotHeadNorthWebster, to see the specials and deals so no one misses out.
The chamber congratulates Hot Head Burritos and appreciates the company for being a part of the North Webster community.
HONORED MEMBER — Bowen Health is SWCC Member of the Month. Pictured from left are Sheryl Colquitt,
Home; Melody Cusick, ReMax Partners; Sean Bergsma, Bowen Health; Emily Mag-
Health; Ashley Dillon, chamber’s exec-
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& Bonus antlerless deer quotas lowered in three counties
Courtesy of Indiana Department of Natural Resources
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is reducing the County Bonus Antlerless Quotas in Wabash, Porter and Allen counties from two bonus antlerless deer to one bonus antlerless deer for the coming deer hunting season. This change is a result of the impact of epizootic hemorrhagic disease on the deer herd in Northern Indiana this year.
Changes to the CBAQ will not affect the Deer Reduction Zones.
Humans are not at risk for contracting EHD.
EHD is a viral disease that commonly affects white-tailed deer and is transmitted by bit-
ing midges, also known as sand gnats or “no-see-ums.” Cases typically occur during late summer and early fall, and there is evidence that outbreaks can be more severe in years in which there is a wet spring followed by a hot, dry fall. EHD is often fatal to deer, but some can recover and develop immunity.
Deer infected with EHD may display unusual behaviors such as lethargy, excessive salivation or disorientation. EHD also causes fever in deer, which can cause them to seek water. As a result, many deer that die from EHD are found in or near open water sources like ponds and rivers.
Anyone who finds a deer that is showing signs of EHD or dead in water is asked to report it at
on.IN.gov/sickwildlife.
DNR monitors for EHD annually; however, severe outbreaks don’t occur every year. The severity of EHD in a single year depends on a variety of factors including climate, immunity and other ecological factors.
The effects of the deer harvest and EHD will be evaluated after the deer hunting season, and additional changes will be made for the 2025 hunting season, if necessary. EHD detections can be continually monitored at on.IN.gov/EHD.
Not every deer in an affected area will contract EHD. One sign a deer has recovered from EHD is sloughing or breaking on their hooves. DNR asks that successful hunters use the Deer After Hunt Survey to report the
Hoosier anglers can join Fall Midwest Walleye Challenge
Courtesy of Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Indiana anglers are invited to participate in the 2024 Midwest Fall Walleye Classic, a virtual fishing tournament that offers the chance to win prizes and contribute to fisheries management while providing Indiana Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists with valuable data on the state’s walleye, sauger, and saugeye.
The tournament begins Sept. 28 and ends Oct. 31. Only catches of walleye, sauger and saugeye will count in the tournament.
The event continues a research project that’s funded by the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. During the spring tournament, anglers provided 140 submissions.
Both a free and a $25 paid
option to enter the fall tournament are offered. Biweekly cash prizes are available to paid participants, and free entrants are eligible for noncash prizes. All participants have a chance to win a grand prize at the end of the tournament.
Participants use the free mobile app “MyCatch“ to submit photos of their catch on a measuring device to determine
length and species. Once the photo is reviewed, and the catch is confirmed, it will appear on a live leaderboard so anglers can see their current tournament ranking.
You can view the rules and register for the tournament by visiting Anglers Atlas or by using the
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Tour Des Lakes is a family-friendly bike ride through the scenic lakes area. This bike ride takes place on the third Saturday of July.
Pictured in front from left are Dr. Richard Brungardt, Susan
Matt
and Jeremy Doerr. In back are Cameron Plew, Jim Layne, Barry
and Dr. Erick Leffler. Photo provided by the Rotary Club.
Bowen Center changes name to Bowen Health
Starting Tuesday, Oct. 1, Bowen Health is the new name for Bowen Center.
The new name reflects the organization’s mission and commitment to delivering comprehensive health care to northern Indiana, according to a news release. Bowen Health’s core mission is to serve the under-served, and no one is turned away because of an inability to pay.
“We started in 1961 as Four County Mental Health Clinic, and in the 1970s, we became Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services in honor of Indiana’s first two-term governor,” said Dr. Rob Ryan, Bowen Health president and chief executive officer. “It didn’t take long to realize the community felt most comfortable
just calling us Bowen Center, and that’s the name we’ve stayed with for over 40 years.
“But, in the last five years, we have seen extraordinary growth, and we knew we had to change to meet the needs of our patients.
Many individuals living with mental illness do not prioritize their physical health and, as a result, have a shorter lifespan.
So, in 2020, we began including physical health in our locations to add to our mental health, addiction recovery, and skills coaching services. Soon we will add dentistry, optometry, and other specialties. With these changes, Bowen Health better describes who we’ve become and where we’re heading,” said Ryan.
With locations and programs in more than two dozen northern Indiana counties and video online services offered throughout the state, Bowen Health continues to strengthen communities by improving the health outcomes for its residents.
“As we continue to invest in our communities, we are reach-
ing more people, who need convenient access to health care without the hassle, regardless of their income,” said Jay Baumgartner, Bowen Health’s chief financial officer. “I’ve been a part of Bowen for more than 30 years and breaking the stigma and barriers to care have always been our focus. The name change is just another step on the path.”
“We changed our name to Bowen Health because we wanted our name to reflect all the services we provide,” said Shannon Hannon, Bowen Health’s chief operating officer. “We offer convenient, high quality, compassionate health care for your mind and body. When you and your family need health care, we invite you to make an appointment and get the care you need.”
With the rebranding comes a refreshed visual identity, including a new logo and an updated website, BowenHealth.org.
Bowen Health welcomes Medicaid, and no one is turned away for an inability to pay. To make an appointment, call (800) 342-5653.
ROTARY CLUB DONATES TO WAWASEE KIWANIS The Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club recently
donation
Wawasee Kiwanis Club for its help with the Rotary Club’s fundraiser, Tour Des Lakes.
Stump,
Ringer (Wawasee Kiwanis)
Hudson, Clarkson Leffler
NEW NAME Bowen Center has changed its name to Bowen Health. A facility in Columbia City is shown. Photo provided.
Transform countertop surfaces in just a weekend
(StatePoint) Did you know that you don’t have to spend tons of time or money on home interior updates? In fact, you don’t even have to engage a contractor to elevate your spaces in a big way.
Here are three stunning methods for completely transforming stained, burned or otherwise drab countertop surfaces in your kitchen, bath or other areas of your home. The beauty is that each project costs less than $300, and you can complete one in a weekend, even if you don’t consider yourself especially handy:
• A marble look: Installing marble countertops can cost thousands of dollars and disrupt your life for weeks, if not months. Fortunately, there’s a way to get the same beautiful, one-of-a-kind look of marble with just a few supplies. The Marble Dream Resurfacing Kit from Daich Coatings is a new stone coating system engineered to be applied in a few simple steps, with no special artistic skill required. Available in both Pristine White and Cosmos Black, every installation will look completely unique based on how you blend the product.
After prepping your surface and applying the base coat, the glaze mix and the vein accent colors, you use a blow dryer to push the colors around, deciding for your-
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self how they get blended, and the direction and strength of the details and finish. Designed so you can work at a relaxed pace and make changes on the fly, cleanup is a snap for this project. And the water-based, odorless formula is safe too, so you won’t be exposed to anything hazardous.
When you’re finished, not only will your countertops look revitalized, they’ll offer superior heat, impact and scratch resistance for greater utility. The brand makes installation easy by providing a detailed online video tutorial. Visit youtube.com/ watch?v=JJ8487WQIcg to watch and learn more.
• Real granite finish: Real granite countertops are an elegant, natural upgrade that can take your kitchen or bath to a whole new level. But what if you didn’t have to commit to the complicated construction, scary price tag or long wait time of a full stone slab to get the authentic look and performance of smooth, polished granite?
The LuxROCK Solid Surface Granite Kit by Daich Coatings allows you to add a premium stone surface — complete with the visual pop of mineral highlights and sparkling accents — right over your existing countertop, without the mess or hassle of tearing out
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COUNTERTOP REDO Follow these easy steps to completely redo and revamp your countertops in just one weekend. Photo provided by StatePoint. your current surface. Available in five beautiful colors, you can renew existing countertops made of laminate, wood, concrete, stone and more in just a weekend, and have the flexibility to economically switch to a new look if you’d ever like to refresh.
• Naturalized, speckled stone: For more of a natural speckled stone appearance, con-
sider the 11 colors available in the SpreadStone Countertop Finishing Kit, which allows you to tailor your texture. This two-step project takes two days to complete, with results that will last for many years. In addition to a range of interior applications, you can also use this kit on exterior surfaces, including bar tops, barbecue areas, tables and more.
Like the other kits, there is no need to remove sinks, plumbing fixtures or your current countertop to make this renovation, and your finished product will be food safe and intact with a polyurethane clear coat.
In just a weekend, you can make totally transformative DIY interior updates in a way that’s cost-effective and simple.
(StatePoint) The threat of a home fire is greater than most people think. In fact, 40% of people believe they are more likely to win the lottery or get struck by lightning than experience a home fire, yet residential fires are the most common disaster people face in the United States, according to the American Red Cross. Here’s how to help prevent fires, and how to prepare for the worst:
• Be informed: The National Fire Protection Association reports 60% of home fires are due to human error. It’s important to realize humans are flawed. We forget things, we mess up, and we’re often distracted. Accepting the fact a house fire is a real possibility is an important step in the right direction. There are
simple actions you can take to help prevent accidents.
For starters, cooking is the leading cause of house fires. Never leave cooking unattended. Keep the cooking area free of flammable items such as potholders, towels and packaging, and always maintain a 3-foot safety zone free of pets and kids.
• Update your smoke detection devices: While taking safety precautions is critical, having the latest fire safety technology can provide an extra layer of detection. Pioneers in the home safety field are providing new solutions that give homeowners more control over their safety, and like many technologies, today’s smoke and carbon monoxide detectors have come a long way.
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This is a critical improvement, as statistics show that people have less than 2 minutes to safely escape a house fire, so every second counts.
Tech expert Marc Saltzman explains, “This technology is revolutionary because it features enhanced sensing technology to reduce nuisance alarms.”
“Nuisance alarms,” also known as false alarms, refer to when smoke alarms beep but there is no threat of fire. They are often caused by cooking activities and lead many consumers to disconnect their devices out of frustration. Upgrading safety devices to Kidde Detect Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors means alarms are more likely to remain installed, so both you and your home can be as safe as possible.
All Kidde Detect devices include a self-testing feature that when combined with routine manual testing and maintenance, ensures the alarm is always operating as expected (self-testing is not a substitute for a manual push test of the alarm), and the devices go above and beyond the latest UL Eighth edition standards to meet Ninth edition.
Once you have your new detectors, be sure to install them on every level of your home, in hallways, and both inside and outside every sleeping area.
• Be prepared: A working smoke alarm can double the chance of escaping from a home fire safely, but that’s just the first line of defense. It’s also important to create a home fire escape plan. Kidde’s fire safety toolkit is a great resource to help families prepare for a fire emergency. For more fire safety tips and information on how to upgrade your devices, visit Kidde.com.
While many people assume a fire can’t happen to them, the truth is everyone makes mistakes. Having the right life-saving tools can help protect you and your family.
HOUSE FIRES Follow these tips to lessen the threat of having a house fire in your home. Photo provided by StatePoint.
Stylish decisions to replace home siding
(StatePoint) Your siding gives your home character and curb appeal while protecting it from the elements. To help you make sensible, stylish decisions, here are some fast facts about three popular varieties of siding.
• Board and batten. The use of board and batten vertical siding originated hundreds of years ago as a practical solution for covering the spaces between the boards on the exterior of a home or barn.
Today, it portrays a rustic farmhouse style and handmade quality, but its strong vertical lines have modern appeal that can enhance many architectural styles, from popular Craftsman to timeless Victorian.
The good news? New materials are blending this classic look with the modern engineering of high-performance super polymer vinyl siding to offer the best of both worlds. ProVia’s board and batten siding, for example, is low maintenance with a built-in weather barrier so you never have to paint, stain or caulk your home’s exterior. It’s also available in a range of colors, helping you achieve a oneof-a-kind look for your home.
• Shake and staggered shingle. Featured in American home building since the 1600s, there are few other cladding options as distinctive and traditional as ce-
dar shake and staggered shingle siding. If you love this look but are concerned about maintaining this kind of siding, you’re in luck. These days, certain manufacturers are preserving the authenticity of this look using engineered vinyl materials. The result? Greater durability and far superior moisture resistance.
• Insulated siding. If you’d like additional protection from extreme temperatures, impacts and even noises for greater peace of mind and comfort, insulated siding may be the right choice for you.
Showcasing an authentic cedar wood grain texture, CedarMAX insulated vinyl siding from ProVia is an example of siding providing a combination of beauty, durability and energy efficiency. It combines rigid foam EPS insulation with the manufacturer’s Super Polymer vinyl siding. Not only does the added foam insulation make this one of the most energy-efficient exterior claddings on the market, it may help reduce outside noise transmission by as much as 39%, according to a study conducted by a third-party test laboratory.
When you begin the process of shopping for house siding, it can feel overwhelming to identify which styles or colors you might want for your home. Get inspired by how other homeowners have
styled their siding by visiting provia.com/siding/gallery.
It’s possible to make home exterior updates that add to both the beauty and functionality of your home. When replacing home siding, do a little research to get the style and color you want using materials that keep your home, and your household, safe and comfortable.
HOUSE SIDING Exterior updates, such as house siding, can add both beauty and functionality to your home. Photo provided by StatePoint.
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Bethany Community Church announces 47th Annual Fall Festival
Bethany Community Church, located on U.S. 6, a mile east of SR 15, New Paris, will hold its 47th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 19.
The bazaar will be open from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. As in the past, the meat will be roasted outside the night before. The pork dinner will start at 4 p.m. and run through 6:30 p.m.
Carry-outs will be available during these times but you will have to come into the church to purchase them. The meal consists of pulled pork, assorted salads,
green beans, homemade bread and apple butter, desserts, and drink.
The cost for the meal is $12 for adults, $5 for children aged 5-12, and under 4 is free.
The bazaar will have homemade noodles, breads, rolls, cinnamon rolls, whoopie pies, a variety of cookies, snack mix, pies and cheesecakes. Apple butter can be purchased in quarts, pints, and half pints.
At 7 p.m. the auction will begin. This is a fun time with money being raised for the church’s
outreach program to help various organizations in the community. The highlight of the evening is bidding of the homemade quilt. All in all it is a fun evening filled with good food, laughter and humor.
For more information, call Judy Good at (574) 536-8534 or Darla Conrad at (574) 536-7158.
Echoes of the Past Fall Festival Oct. 11-12
The Echoes of the Past is planning its Fall Festival.
The free community event will take place from 4-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, and noon to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at 6840 S. County Farm Road, Claypool.
Attendees will be treated to a haunted hayride, kids games, a tractor driving experience and barrel train ride. From 4-6 p.m. Saturday, there will be horse and pony rides for children.
Wheels on Fire Cancer Cru-
saders will serve food during the event. Donations received will benefit local cancer patients in Kosciusko and Fulton counties.
For more information about the festival or other Echoes of the Past events, visit the group’s website at theechoesofthepast.com or check its Facebook page.
The Echoes of the Past is a nonprofit organization, which displays and teaches about vintage agricultural machines, equipment and techniques.
FALL FESTIVAL BAZAAR Bethany Community Church’s Fall Festival bazaar will display various homemade items, including breads, rolls, whoopie pies, cookies, snack mixes, pies and cheesecakes. Photo provided by Beth Krull.
OLD-FASHIONED FUN Duke the horse pulls a wagon full of kids at a previous Fall Festival held by the Echoes of the Past. Photo provided by Echoes of the Past.
O B ituaries
Mary Jane Barrows
Mary Jane Barrows, 87, Wakarusa, died at 11 p.m. Sept. 22, 2024.
She was born July 15, 1937. On Nov. 17, 1956, she married Robert J. Barrows. He preceded her in death March 24, 2024.
Surviving are her children, Bobbie Campbell, Syracuse, and Todd Barrows, Nappanee; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Private family services will be held and inurnment will be in Union Center Cemetery at a later date. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.
Curtis R. Bartoe
Curtis R. Bartoe, 83, Goshen, died Oct. 2, 2024.
He was born Sept. 10, 1941. On May 28, 1968, he married Carol Casey, who preceded him in death June 19, 2002. He later married Sandra (Mills) Buhrt on March 12, 2005; she survives.
Also surviving are children, Jack Bartoe, South Bend, Pamela Burger, Syracuse, Victoria Yoder, Warsaw, and Jeffery Buhrt, Westfield; 10 grandchildren; and many cousins and extended family.
Visitation will be from 2-4 and 5-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at West Goshen Church, 1200 Berkey Ave., Goshen. Burial will follow at Violett Cemetery, Goshen.
George W. Craft
George W. Craft, 78, Warsaw, died Sept. 27, 2024.
He was born Sept. 9, 1946. On June 30, 1973, he married Catherine Morrison; she survives.
He is also survived by a daughter, Ronda Arroyo; sons, Tom Craft, Larry Craft and Gary Craft; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; siblings, Johnny Craft, Kenny Craft, Debbie Craft and Barbra Akins; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.
A Life Celebration service was held Oct. 2 at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.
Benjamin R. Cretcher
Benjamin R. Cretcher, 66, Bourbon, died Sept. 26, 2024.
He was born Oct. 10, 1957. On Oct. 10, 1990, he married Carol Hackworth; she survives.
He is also survived by a daughter, Selenna Cretcher, Bourbon; two grandchildren; sister, Sharon Middaugh, Plymouth; and brother, Floyd J. Cretcher, Bourbon.
A memorial visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at Faith First Fellowship Church, 204 N. Washington St., Bourbon. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, is in charge of arrangements.
Timothy Cripe
Timothy Cripe, 70, Cromwell, died Sept. 24, 2024.
He was born Feb. 14, 1954. On June 18, 2016, he married Candi Routt; she survives.
He is also survived by a son, Ryan Cripe, Goshen; daughter, Amanda Cripe, Syracuse; daughter, Gretchen Leatherman, Ligonier; stepchildren, Fine Spirit Routt and Genevieve Axtell, both of New Mexico; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and siblings, Linda Stump, Syracuse, and Tom Cripe, Goshen.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse was in charge of arrangements.
Douglas W. Fancil
Douglas W. “Doug” Fancil died Sept. 29, 2024.
He was born Jan. 28, 1974.
He is survived by a daughter, Halie Fancil; two granddaughters; and his parents, Richard and Gloria Fancil.
Services were held Oct. 4 at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.
Gary Lee French
Gary Lee French, 72, Roann, formerly of North Manchester, died Sept. 29, 2024.
He was born March 13, 1952.
He is survived by a sister, Kathy Judy, North Manchester; and a brother, Ron French, Okemos, Mich.
He will be interred at South Pleasant United Methodist Church Cemetery in a private ceremony for immediate family. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, is in charge of arrangements.
Emma Jean Gamble
Emma Jean Gamble, 90, North Manchester, died Sept. 27, 2024.
She was born Sept. 7, 1934.
Surviving are her children, Gary Haupert, Phoenix, Ariz., Cheryl Mallow, Peru, and Rick Gamble, Syracuse; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and nine nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life was held Oct. 4 at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.
Roger Hammonds Sr. Roger Hammonds Sr., 79, Houston, Texas, died Sept. 4, 2024.
He was born May 6, 1945.
He is survived by a son, Roger Hammonds Jr., Russia, Ohio; a daughter, Ashley Lee Anteau, Monroe, Mich.; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a brother, Dr. Max Hammonds, Hendersonville, N.C.; and sisters, Marty Quance, Warsaw, and Susie Scott, Silver Lake; and two good longtime friends in Texas, Mike O’Neal and Julie Ashcraft, who was also his caregiver.
A short memorial service will be held Nov. 9 at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 West, North Manchester, with visitation at 10 a.m. and a funeral service with military honors at 11 a.m. A dinner will be held after the funeral at the Congregational Christian Church, 310 N. Walnut St., North Manchester.
Harold Hill
Harold Hill, 81, Warsaw, died Sept. 26, 2024.
He was born Sept. 6, 1943. On April 13, 1985, he married Beth Anne Tresler, who preceded him in death.
Surviving are his children, Ray Hill, Tim Hawkins and Kareena Palmer; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister, Linda Mcdermott.
All services were private. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.
Thomas J. Hobbs
Thomas J. Hobbs, 32, Huntington, died Oct. 3, 2024.
He was born Dec. 7, 1991.
He is survived by his wife, Makayla A. Hobbs; daughters, Kinlee Kennedy, Dottie, Rosemary and Daphne Hobbs; stepsons, Xander and Zayn Beam; his parents, Jackie and Mitchell Hobbs; sister, Kandi Roseberry (all of Huntington); and his in-laws, Joe and Charity Davis, Warsaw.
Services were held Oct. 9 at Red-
B irths
Felicity Grace Miller
Marcus and Vonda (Schwartz) Miller, New Paris, are the parents of a daughter, Felicity Grace, born at 9:48 p.m. Sept. 28, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Ivy Magdalene Miller
Karl and Gloria Miller, Bremen, are the parents of a daughter, Ivy Magdalene, born at 1:44 p.m. Sept. 29, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
William Jedidiah Mundy Jordan and Erica (Schlabach) Mundy, Wakarusa, are the parents of a son, William Jedidiah, born at 12:53 p.m. Sept. 30, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings
path-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Palestine Cemetery. Caleb Edward Holcomb
Caleb Edward Holcomb, 19, Goshen, died Sept. 30, 2024.
He was born June 10, 2005.
Surviving are his parents, Mark and Suzanne Holcomb, Goshen; a brother, Ridge Holcomb, Goshen; maternal grandparents, Dwight and Linda Moudy, Nappanee; and an uncle.
A memorial service was held Oct. 7 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.
Mary Francis Howard
Mary Francis Howard, 76, North Manchester, died Oct. 1, 2024.
She was born June 6, 1948. On July 3, 1964, she married Forrest Howard; he survives.
Also surviving are daughters, Shara Eubank, Sandy Howard, Gina Sizemore, all of North Manchester, and Baliegh Nicole Howard, Cincinnati, Ohio; brother, Ronald Chafin, Mingo County, W.Va.; sister, Joann Marcum, North Manchester; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
Services were held Oct. 4 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, North Manchester.
Constance Jordan
Constance “Connie” Jordan, 89, Warsaw, died Sept. 29, 2024.
She was born Nov. 21, 1934. On April 30, 1955, she married Richard “Dick” Stanley Jordan. He preceded her in death Feb. 20, 2006.
Surviving are daughters, Linda Rasnake, Kendallville, Cynthia Jordan, Winona Lake, Kristi Gregory, Warsaw, and Darci Walters, Warsaw; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Sue Shively, Warsaw; and her sister-in-law, Marilyn Anglin, Warsaw.
Services were held Oct. 2 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Stony Point Cemetery, Atwood.
Harvey M. Kauffman
Harvey M. Kauffman, 77, New Paris, died at 8:05 p.m. Oct. 3, 2024.
He was born March 26, 1947. On Oct. 8, 1970, Harvey married Sue Ann Stutzman; she survives.
Also surviving are his children, Irma Kuhns, Milford, Susan Kuhns, Etna Green, Glen Kauffman, New Paris, Owen Kauffman, Wakarusa, Nora Hochstetler, Goshen, and Dean Kauffman, New Paris; 24 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and siblings, David Kauffman, Nappanee, Floyd Kauffman, Barnwell, S.C., Steve Kauffman, Nappanee, Norman Kauffman, Nappanee, Mary Kauffman, Wakarusa, and Clara Borkholder, Bremen.
Services were held Oct. 7 at the Wayne Miller residence in Nappanee. Burial was in West Union Center Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.
Archer Gray Kuhns
Archer Gray Kuhns, 3, died Sept.
27, 2024.
He was born Oct. 25, 2020.
Surviving are his parents, Darin and Jessica Kuhns; a brother, Tucker; sisters, Octavia and Wrenley; grandparents, Wayne and Lauretta Kuhns and Glenn and Roeleta Borkholder; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Services were held Oct. 1 at Nappanee Missionary Church Worship Center. Burial was in Bethel Mennonite Church Cemetery, Nappanee.
Joan Margherone
Joan Margherone, 92, died Sept. 25, 2024.
She was born May 7, 1932. On May 4, 1952, she married Bill Margherone. He preceded her in death June 6, 2024.
She is survived by a daughter, Susan Rak, Barbee Lake; son, Joseph Margherone, Dewart Lake; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
A funeral mass took place honoring Joan and her husband William on Oct. 4 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Lockport, Ill. Burial for Joan and William took place at Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, Ill. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.
Arlene Merriett
Arlene Merriett, 93, Auburn, formerly of North Manchester, died Oct. 2, 2024.
She was born Aug. 29, 1931.
She is survived by a daughter, Bonnitta “Bunnie” Newman, Butler; sister, Barbara Sorlie, Fort Wayne; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
A graveside service was held Oct. 7 at Fairview Cemetery, Servia. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.
Larry Joe Patrick Sr.
Larry Joe Patrick Sr., 69, Warsaw, died at 10:45 p.m. Sept. 26, 2024.
He was born Feb. 23, 1955. On Aug. 18, 1982, he married Rhonda Renee Black. She preceded him in death Jan. 18, 2024.
He is survived by a son, Larry Patrick Jr., Warsaw; daughters, Jessica Patrick, Warsaw, and Nancy Lilves, Plymouth; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Virginia Rivera, Florida; and brothers, Dannie Patrick, Africa, Ronnie Patrick, Claypool, Jimmy Patrick, Warsaw, Billy Patrick, Akron, Steven Patrick, Florida, and Morris Patrick, Sidney.
A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.
Carolyn Pratt Pollock
Carolyn Pratt Pollock, 91, Warsaw, died Sept. 26, 2024.
A graveside service was held Oct. 4 at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.
Curtis Shock
Curtis “Curt” Shock, 84, North Webster, died Sept. 29, 2024.
He was born Feb. 23, 1940. On June 3, 1963, he married Suzanne Buis, who preceded him in death in November 2010.
He is survived by a son, Mike Shock, North Webster; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
A Life Celebration was held Oct. 4 at North Webster United Methodist Church. Burial with military honors from the North Webster American Legion Post 253 took place at North Webster Cemetery. Titus Funeral Home of North Webster was in charge of arrangements.
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Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 5 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 18 inches long.
Magnolia Eloise Sturgill
Justin and GeNoa Sturgill, Syracuse, are the parents of a daughter, Magnolia Eloise, born at 9:51 a.m. Oct. 1, 2024, at Goshen Hospital. She weighed 5 pounds, 8.3 ounces, and was 18 3/4 inches long.
Vincent Blake
Delmar and LuAnn (Shirk) Nolt, Tippecanoe, are the parents of a son, Vincent Blake, born at 1:58 p.m. Oct. 3, 2024, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long. Vincent joins two siblings, Audrea and Amberlyn.
Court News Small Claims
The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Vanderpool Law Firm PC v. Victor Blanco, $300
CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Lance Brunt, $5,521.49
Money Matters Professional Collections LLC v. David Clevenger, $152.99; v. Kerry Fribley, $896.54; v. Samantha Knight, $1,016.32; v. John C. Neer, $1,779.47; v. Samuel L. Schuler, $1,980.69; v. Juan V. Tepo, $1,362.74
Snow and Sauerteig LLP v. Andrew Heeter, $6,270.40; v. Cody Kirkwood, $648.70; v. Elizabeth Watson, $1,707.89
Rockhill Pinnick LLP v. Michelle Islas, $2,050.49
Civil Collections
The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior
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Arlene Ruth Sisk
Arlene Ruth Sisk, 87, Warsaw, died Sept. 28, 2024.
She was born Feb. 3, 1937. She married Richard “Dick” Sisk, who preceded her in death.
Surviving are her children, Richard Sisk Jr., Warsaw, Debra Sisk, Holland, Mich., and Fred Sisk, Elizabethtown, Ky.; brother, Vernon Cooper, Missouri; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and her longtime family friend, Loni Taylor.
A life celebration was held Oct. 8 at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.
Joseph Clive Streeter
Joseph “Joe” Clive Streeter, 81, Warsaw, died Oct. 2, 2024.
He was born Aug. 29, 1943. On Nov. 10, 1962, he married Konnie Kay Kessler; she survives.
He is also survived by a son, Robert Streeter, South Myrtle Beach, S.C.; daughter, Michelle Dials, Warsaw; daughter-in-law, Krista Streeter-Burns, Winona Lake; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and his brother, James Streeter, Carmel.
Services were held Oct. 8 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.
Tammy Taylor
Tammy Taylor, 65, Clearwater, Fla., died Sept. 28, 2024.
She was born March 7, 1959.
Surviving are brothers, Tim Taylor, Ted Taylor, Todd Taylor and Troy Taylor, all of Warsaw; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, 2528 W. 550S, Claypool. After the graveside service, a Life Celebration service will begin
Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding:
LVNV Funding LLC v. Essie Bivens, a/k/a Essie Seipel, $4,699.64; v. Jolea Farmer, $855.88; v. Michelle Flannery a/k/a Michelle Johnson, $2,060.53; v. Todd Landry, $825.16; v. Wendy Obacz, $782.25; v. Jody Sakiri, a/k/a Jody E. Sakiri, $1,136.51; v. Sarena Taylor, $618.93
Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Paul D. Hodge, $3,165.43; v. Trenton Osborn, $1,010.35
Citibank NA v. Lori A. Larossi, $2,549.91
Snap-On Credit LLC v. Aaron McDaniel, $18,215.51
First Financial Bank v. Gretchen Mueller, $17,412.36
BCG Equities LLC v. Dylan Oberg, $1,836.45; v. Nicole Wright, $1,148.13; v. Renea York, $1,269.95
Discover Bank v. Christopher Paine, $7,132.91
Wells Fargo Bank NA v. Diann F. Slaymaker, $10,311.73
Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. William R. Thompson, $13,558.99
at 3 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 832 E. Center St., Warsaw. Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.
Norma Louise Walker
Norma Louise Walker, 86, North Manchester, died Sept. 29, 2024.
She was born January 2, 1938.
Private services will be held at a later date. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.
Margaret Ellen Weakly
Margaret Ellen (Anglin) Weakly, formerly of Bourbon, died Oct. 1, 2024.
She was born March 1, 1928. On Oct. 6, 1946, she married Calvin Max Weakly, who preceded her in death in January 2024.
Surviving are daughters, Diana Graham, Spartanburg, S.C., and Lee Ann Rock, Mentone; five granddaughters; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
A celebration of life memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at the Matchett Event Center, 805 N. Harris St., Bourbon. Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, was in charge of arrangements.
Dale Laverne Wise
Dale Laverne Wise, 92, Wakarusa, died at 2:54 a.m. Sept. 29, 2024.
He was born Nov. 3, 1931. On Aug. 10, 1951, he married Treva Reynolds. She preceded him in death Dec. 30, 2012.
He is survived by a son, Dalton Wise, Goshen; daughters, Regina Huff, Bremen, and Lori Firstenberger, Elkhart; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a niece.
Services were held Oct. 7 at Bethel Missionary Church, Goshen. Burial was in Yellow Creek Cemetery. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, was in charge of arrangements.
Civil Torts
The following civil tort has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: Progressive Paloverde Insurance Co. v. Devon Bailey, $26,720.22 Mortgage Foreclosures
The following mortgage foreclosure has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:
Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC v. Robert LaFollette III, $176,521.98
Click N’Close v. Rafael Benjamin Hernandez Sr., 204,899.10
Freedom Mortgage Corp. v. the unknown heirs and devisees of Kyle C. Thomas, deceased, $116,975.56 Plenaries
The following plenary has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I, Judge Karin McGrath presiding:
Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals v. Rennye Davila, $10,000 Evictions
The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:
Canterbury House Apartments v. Michelle Garman, $3,073.04; v. Anthony Hentgen, Melissa Popp, $4,992.26; v. Selena Lawson, $6,000
Mineral Springs LLC v. Crystal Morosky, $3,507
Superior Court III
The following fines for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding — Riley T. Harman, Claypool, $164.50; Juan G. Pedraza, Warsaw, $164.50; Rebekah R. Mitchell, Warsaw, $164.50; Eric M. Coyle, Warsaw, $164.50; Anthony R. Stoffel, Warsaw, $164.50; Reynold Joseph, Warsaw, $164.50; Gerson G. Montoya, Warsaw, $164.50; Jeremy R. Robinson, Warsaw, $164.50; Rachael M. Wisner, Bourbon, $164.50; Gregory L. Sawyer, Winona Lake, $164.50; Mercedes K. Miller, North Manchester, $164.50; Tagle Jimenez, Warsaw, $164.50; Chasity M. Price, Warsaw, $164.50; Nathan L. Hochstetler, Nappanee, $164.50; Kenneth A. Seyfert, Warsaw, $164.50; Claude A. Dutcher, Pierceton, $164.50; Nicholas J. Rata, Warsaw, $164.50; Gaige L. Hochstetler, Leesburg, $164.50; John M. Asher, Syracuse, $164.50; Joanna L. Robinson, Warsaw, $164.50; Luis D. Munoz, Warsaw, $164.50; Travis J. Borzeniatow, Milford, $164.50
Failure of occupant to use a safety belt — Glenda L. Ervin, Claypool, $25; Derek A. Gray, Warsaw, $25; Zachary J. Lee, Pierceton, $25; Sarah A. Clemens, Warsaw, $25; Richard A. Roesner, Warsaw, $25; Jerry M. Hall, Warsaw, $25; v. Wesley R. England, Warsaw, $164.50; v. Jeffery A. Madden, Warsaw, $164.50; Tina M. Prater, Warsaw, $164.50; Brittany E. Baker, Warsaw, $164.50; Andi J. Stroup, Warsaw, $164.50; v. Lori M. Faubion, Warsaw, $164.50; Oscar R. Ro-
sales, Warsaw, $164.50; Albert Elizondo, Warsaw, $164.50; Darrin A. Miller, Cromwell, $164.50
Distracted driving — Berenice Ortega, Warsaw, $164.50
Operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility, driving while suspended — Alicia M. Lent, Warsaw, $214.50
Driving while suspended — Charles R. Teeter, South Whitley, $189.50; Matthew R. Woodward, Cromwell, $189.50; Kimberly D. Graff, Milford, $189.50
Failure to register — Katrina S. Truman, Warsaw, $164.50; Landan D. Voss, Winona Lake, $164.50; Timothy D. Washburn, Warsaw, $164.50
Hunting wild animals, fishing or trapping without a license — Terrill I. Grewe, Akron, $164
Violation motorcycle passenger seating restrictions — Paul B. Slone, Warsaw, $164.50
Operating personal watercraft without self-circling capacity, no lanyard attached to operator — Aaron L. Troyer, Syracuse, $164
Fishing without a license — Reece A. Palmer, Syracuse, $164
Child restraint system violation, speeding — Chad M. Ouimet, Warsaw, $189.50
Disregarding stop sign — Alejandra Lozano, Warsaw, $164.50
Holding or using a telecommunications device while operating a moving motor vehicle
Natasha R. Hoffman, Warsaw, $164.50; Megan N. Sheppard, Warsaw, $164.50
No valid driver’s license — Esmeralda Murillo, Warsaw, $164.50
Operating a watercraft with expired registration — Darrell W. Hatcher, Warsaw, $164
Child restraint system violation — Ashley M. Tharp, Warsaw, $50
Operating with expired plates — Sheldon K. Devanathan, Warsaw, $164
Learner’s permit violation
Nathaniel R. Ford Jr., Warsaw, $164.50
Distracted driving — Kirstyn M. Schroeder, Warsaw, $164.50
No operator’s license in possession — Thomas A. Clark, Warsaw, $164.50; Jose A. Valdez-Salas, Warsaw, $164.50
Marriage
Licenses
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk of the Court Anne Torpy: Sparkman-Salas
Sherry Donna Sparkman, 56, Mentone, and Juan Gabriel Salas, 51, Mentone Morgan-Ulm
Kayla Morgan, 26, Warsaw, and Wyatt Lee Ulm, 23, Warsaw Lohse-Carter
McKibben James Lohse, 24, Warsaw, and Megan Elizabeth Carter, 21, Warsaw Wottring-Weaver
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Pierceton and Warsaw Michael and Tracy Wilson
Annie Nichole Wottring, 22, Warsaw, and Alex Regan Weaver, 22, Claypool Cole-Puckett
Dyllion Michael Cole, 27, Warsaw, and Stephanie Lynn Puckett, 40, Warsaw Little-Jenkins
Klay Alan Little, 23, Silver Lake, and Danielle Renee Jenkins, 22, Milford Cepeda-Molina Alamos
Francisco Cepeda, 25, Warsaw, and Wendy Estrella Molina Alamos, 21, Warsaw Fooshee-Clapp
Ashton Michael Fooshee, 34, Warsaw, and Amber Danielle Clapp, 31, Milford Halcomb-Moreno
Lindsey Joye Halcomb, 25, War-
saw, and Zakkary Nathaniel Moreno, 31, Warsaw Craft-Peconga
Alexis Annemarie Craft, 21, Warsaw, and Kristopher Lee Peconga, 20, Warsaw
Tuttle-Carpenter
Ryan Z. Tuttle, 26, Warsaw, and Destini A. Carpenter, 25, Warsaw Hayes-Kluesener
Wyatt Shelton Hayes, 19, Mentone, and Amber Marie Kluesener, 18, North Manchester Geberin-Laughlin
John T. Geberin, 57, Etna Green, and Leann Janel Laughlin, 57, Etna Green
Stutzman-Burger
Shawn Lamar Stutzman, 25, Etna Green, and Kaitlyn Marie Burger, 24, Syracuse Perez-Brillembourg
Francisco Jose Carmona Perez, 37, Warsaw, and Anyelica Ramona Alvarado Brillembourg, 34, Warsaw Mueller-Barnes
Joshua Lee Mueller, 37, Leesburg, and Jo-Lee Renee Barnes, 35, Leesburg
Wallenbeck-Christenson
Sarah Elaine Wallenbeck, 22, Syracuse, and Simon Michael Christenson, 22, Syracuse Rinker-Hanson
Coryn Louise Rinker, 38, Cromwell, and Heather Marie Hanson, 32, Danville Yoder-Mullet
Mervin Dean Yoder, 28, Ligonier, and Ida Rose Mullet, 23, Leesburg Erickson-Antonini
Luke William Erickson, 21, Warsaw, and Joy Rachel Antonini, 20, Montpelier, Ohio Terry-Atherton
Karen Lynne Terry, 53, Milford, and James Edgar Atherton, 52, Garden City, Idaho Hite-King
Colton Allan Hite, 27, Syracuse, and Haley Marie King, 26, Syracuse Havill-Picon-Monroy
Christian Lee Havill, 22, Warsaw, and Sidney Azul Picon-Monroy, 23, Warsaw Hall-Blair
Anna Caroline Hall, 28, Leesburg, and Jakob Leander Blair, 28, Peru
Marriage Dissolutions
The following couples have filed for a marriage dissolution in Kosciusko Superior Courts I or IV: Rensberger — Jennifer Rensberger, Warsaw, and John Paul Rensberger, Warsaw Minor child(ren).
Fountain — Tony Fountain, Warsaw, and Trista Fountain, Warsaw. No minor children.
Templeton — Sterling Templeton, Leesburg, and Aliscia Templeton, North Webster. No minor children.
Jarvis — Tiara Sue Jarvis, Warsaw, and Erik Micheal Jarvis, Warsaw. No minor children.
Moore — Kristina Lea Moore, Warsaw, and William Ryan Moore, Warsaw. Minor child(ren).
Rico Sanchez-Malagon-Rico — Juan Manuel Rico Sanchez, Warsaw, and Maria Guadalupe Malagon Rico, Warsaw. Minor child(ren).
Castle-Olinger — Christopher C. Castle, Columbia City, and Savannah Olinger, Warsaw. No minor child(ren).
Adams-Lanning — James S. Adams, no address given, and Heather L. Lanning, Warsaw. No minor child(ren).
Miller-Polderman-Miller — Danielle Miller Polderman, Syracuse, and Kevin Miller, Marion, S.D. No minor child(ren).
Jones — Marvin R. Jones Jr., Warsaw, and Kerry F. Jones, Warsaw. No minor child(ren).
Edward and Patricia Likens Fund established at KCCF
The Edward and Patricia Likens Fund was recently established at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation through a Charitable Remainder Trust to meet the changing needs of Kosciusko County.
The couple were owners of Likens Tax Service and Service Liquors. Ed was a United States Air Force veteran. He was a bank-
ing professional and a member of the Warsaw Masonic Lodge, Fort Wayne Valley Scottish Rite, Mizpah Shrine, Kosciusko County Shrine Club, American Legion Post No. 49, VFW Post No. 1126, and Warsaw Elks. He served on various nonprofit boards. They were active members of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church and were extensive travelers.
The donation qualified for a $2 to $1 match. Thanks to an opportunity offered by Lilly Endowment Inc., gifts to unrestricted endowment funds that support local needs may qualify to be matched $2 to $1. This match opportunity ends Dec. 31, 2025, or when KCCF raises $750,000.
Call (574) 267-1901 for more information.
FALL FUNDRAISER STARTS — Warsaw’s Beta Zeta chapter of Delta Theta Tau Sorority is selling butter braids, cake rolls and soft pretzels as it kicks off this year’s fall fundraiser.
Pictured are sorority sisters Dana Hatfield, Deb Webster, Linda Sumpter and Maria McGrath. Photo provided.
Sorority begins annual butter braid sale items
Warsaw’s Beta Zeta chapter of Delta Theta Tau Sorority is again selling butter braids, cake rolls and soft pretzels as it kicks off this year’s fall fundraiser.
Art in Action
— Vermeer: a cloud of artistic mystery
By DEEANNA MURASKI AND DARLA MCCAMMON Guest Writers
Have you ever wanted to be dropped back in time to a century in which you were not born?
“Back to the Future,” starring Michael J. Fox (1985), comes to mind or “Kate and Leopold” with Meg Ryan (2001). Both movies dapple in time travel with the final “Back to the Future” trilogy going back to 1885.
With the advent of film, movies, and iPhones, we can vicariously live through that lens to see what life was like in the 1950s and after; however, these implements were not as widespread before that time and definitely not during the 17th century.
The 17th century is when Johannes Reijniersz Vermeer, a Dutch painter of extreme import lived and died. Although Vermeer is highly notable, a shroud of mystery surrounded his life, and only within the last 10 years has that shroud lifted and some light has been let in to illuminate his life.
back in time but also places you so securely in Vermeer’s home place of Delft, Netherlands, and you feel the uneven brick pavers on the ground and the smell of hot tasty poffertjes makes your stomach grumble with desire.
The author imagines the characters, places, and circumstances of many of Vermeer’s most famous paintings. The characters are precisely the answer to Vermeer’s hauntingly breathtaking scenes crafted with exquisite detail unheard of for his time. But then, maybe Vermeer time traveled?
To Read
• “Vermeer’s Daughter.” Follow Vermeer’s fictional daughter through the Netherlands to “grind and prepare red ochre,” eat a kermis cake or fried buttery “Spinach with Soldiers” bread. You will be delighted and engrossed with the read.
Shoup is the author of nine books, with her 10th publication releasing soon.
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Available are braided pastries in several flavors that make a breakfast or dessert. Ready-to-serve cake rolls are offered in the following flavors — chocolate, lemon, pumpkin, carrot cake, strawberry cheesecake and red velvet — to thaw and enjoy. Soft pretzels and pretzel bites are also available.
time for the holidays. Orders can be placed with sorority members until Monday, Oct. 21, or by calling Marcia at (574) 527-1612 or Deb at (574) 453-1502. Proceeds of the fundraiser are philanthropically given back into Kosciusko County.
Operation Read author dinner fundraiser to feature Barbara Shoup
Operation Read is planning to hold an author dinner fundraiser in October, featuring Barbara Shoup.
The dinner will take place at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, in the Shrine Building at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, Warsaw.
Those attending will be able to
enjoy dinner, connect with fellow readers, bid on silent auction baskets, and hear from Shoup about her journey as an author.
Tickets are $70, or $94 for reserved seating. Seating is limited. Tickets can be purchased online at operationreadusa.org or on Eventbrite.
Operation Read is a literacy social service organization with the mission to encourage a lifelong love of learning through reading.
For more information, contact Operation Read board member, Lori Roe, at (574) 527-2760.
Vermeer’s life was very shortlived, as he died suddenly at the age of 43. He painted a total of 50 masterpieces, with 34 still surviving. During a time of extreme poverty, he raised 15 children with five passing away before the age of Catholic baptism, a few weeks after birth.
Due to this blank canvas of a life, author, Barbara Shoup, fills in the voids of an extraordinarily talented artist in her book “Vermeer’s Daughter.” Shoup pulls you into Vermeer’s life with a fictional daughter, Carelina, as she creates beside her father as his apprentice. Carelina is not the beautiful, captivating daughter with the pearl earring, but rather the nondescript plain daughter invisible to all.
The tale not only takes you
• Operation Read Author Dinner. Hear from Shoup as Operation Read celebrates 30 years of providing literacy services in the community. A full meal will be served, along with dessert, door prizes, lollipop raffle, silent auction items, Blind Wine game, 3D book raffle, Literacy Laurels awards and more. Come support a good cause and have fun. The event will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10. Visit operationreadusa.org and go to the author dinner tab.
The website provides information on the entertainment, menu and additional author details. Operation Read is a literacy social services agency.
• Rijksmuseum (yes, all one word) is located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. In 2023, it featured over 20 Vermeer paintings together with a record attendance of 650,000; open daily.
CHARITABLE FUND The children of Edward and Patricia Likens were invited to celebrate the establishment of a fund at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation by their late parents. Pictured from left are Cathy Carter, William Likens and Christy Singrey. Photo provided by KCCF.
VERMEER’S GIRL WITH PEARL EARRING — Shown is one of Vermeer’s masterpieces. The 17th Century Dutch painter lived a life shrouded in mystery today. Photo provided by DeeAnna Muraski.
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Read United needs local volunteers
United Way of Whitley and Kosciusko Counties is currently recruiting volunteers for Read United. Beginning the week of Oct. 28, volunteers will visit an elementary school classroom in person once a week for four weeks to read a book to children.
Volunteers can sign up online at uwwk.org.
This is an outstanding chance to share your love of reading with children.
“Reading together is a powerful, shared experience,” said Darren Bickel, United Way president. “United Way is committed to connecting kids with as many caring adults as possible and Read United is a great way for our community to make a connection.”
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United Way supplies books and prompt cards to help volunteers get kids involved and excited about the story being read.
United Way is partnering with Warsaw Community Schools and Whitley County Consolidated Schools to focus on first, second and third grade classrooms. Read United volunteers will also have a chance to talk about how reading helps them, both at their jobs and in everyday life.
“If you have been wanting to volunteer, this is a great place to start,” said Bickel. “All it takes is somebody who wants to spend time with kids and share their love of reading.”
Since 2017, United Way has matched hundreds of volunteers with classrooms, impacting thousands of children. Read United is one of United Way’s brain development initiatives, designed to help kids become amazing learners as they grow.
Send us photos of your veterans
Veterans Day honors military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Some communities will host parades, others will host programs or offer free meals for veterans.
‘the PAPER’ wants to honor the veterans in our county in our Nov. 6 publication. We will be dedicating space to publish photos of these veterans and asking our readers to help by sending photos and information.
Local students named to dean’s/president’s list
The following local students were recently named to the dean’s list of their respective colleges/universities: Southern New Hampshire University Pierceton — Meghan Leppek Rochester — Steven Clingler
The following local students were recently named to the president’s list of their respective colleges/universities: Southern New Hampshire University Mentone — Zachary Landis Syracuse — Kayla Jackson
Please send us a photo, past or present, of a veteran in the family. Include the veteran’s name, military branch and the years served.
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Please provide photos and information by Friday, Oct. 25.
51ST WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Morris Folk and the former Cathleen Boyer were united in marriage on Oct. 14, 1973. Photo provided by the Folks.
51ST WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Morris and Cathleen Folk will celebrate their 51st wedding anniversary on Monday, Oct. 14.
provided by the Folks.
Folks celebrate golden-plus wedding anniversary
Morris and Cathleen Folk will celebrate their 51st wedding anniversary Monday, Oct. 14.
Morris Folk and the former Cathleen Boyer were married Oct. 14, 1973, at the Otterbein United Methodist Church in Atwood.
Morris retired from Snap On Tools as a tool route salesman after 38 years. Cathleen worked for Big Boy Products of Warsaw, but became a stay-at-home
mom after their first son was born. They are the parents of two sons, Jeremy and Clayton (spouse Becky), all of Warsaw. They have two grandsons, Edward and Lawrence, and one granddaughter, Lucrecia. The couple celebrated by taking a trip to Switzerland for 10 days.
Greetings can be sent by Facebook or to 1628 W. CR 200S, Warsaw, IN 46580.
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WAWASEE marching band
State finalist becoming the norm at Wawasee
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By NATHAN PACE Staff Writer
You can’t argue with the results that the Wawasee Marching Warrior Pride is on the map at the state level. Wawasee has competed at the Indiana State School Music Association the past three years. Tony Pawlicki serves as director of bands.
“This program over the last four seasons have improved every step of the way. From barely qualifying for state finals to qualifying with ease and competing for the top spot at finals,” Pawlicki said. “To continue this success, we’ve improved our processes for teaching, learning, and preparing students every single year. This season we’ve also decided to enter a competition in the Bands of America circuit and the students will compete with bands from around the country at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.”
The theme for the 2024 show is “The Red Brick Road,” based off the “Wizard of Oz.” In the movie, the red brick
road was an alternative route from the yellow brick road.
“This year’s show centers on the theme of taking a different path, for better or for worse, and the trials and tribulations that arise from that choice,” Pawlicki said.
Featured songs include “Over the Rainbow,” “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” by Elton John, “Creep” by Radiohead, and “Night on Bald Mountain.”
One factor of the marching band Pawlicki wants to emphasize is how close the connections the members have to one another.
“It is a home away from home for many of our students,” Pawlicki said. “It’s a second family for many of our kids and, I imagine, for a few it leans closer to a first family then a second. It gives a sense of purpose to many of our performers and, in a few cases, allows some of our parents to relive their high school band days through the eyes of their children.”
The Wawasee Marching Warrior Pride has a total of 55 performers under the direction of drum major Zach Miller. The band consists of 37 winds, 10 percussion and seven col-
or guard performers.
Kris Stump is the associate director and Sara Pickler serves as color guard coordinator.
Upcoming competitions include the Bands of American Super Regionals at Lucas Oil Stadium on Friday, Oct. 18, and the ISSMA Scholastic Class B Finals follow the next day on Saturday, Oct. 19.
The Wawasee Marching Warrior Pride was third in Class B at the state finals last year and have won multiples invitationals in northern Indiana in the last two seasons.
Pawlicki acknowledges how important it is to do well at competition but he is also focused on making sure his students grow and learn from their time in the band.
“I hope our students find growth, both personally and musically. I hope they experience excitement prior to, during, and after performances,” Pawlicki said. “Lastly, I hope they find the success in competition that they have been working so hard at attaining. Like last year, this group has a ton of potential and one heck of a show to compete with.”
WARRIORS IN THE HOUSE — The Wawasee Marching Pride features 55 performers and drum major, Zach Miller. Photo provided by Tim Hare.
BRASS BRIGADE — Issac Miller, left, and Sam Schwartz play their brass instruments.
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WArsaw marching band
Warsaw Tigers dedicate themselves to their music
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By LILLI DWYER Staff Writer
This year, Warsaw’s marching band has a total of 67 members, including two drum majors, 16 woodwinds, 21 brass, 19 percussion, and nine members of color guard.
Mark Ziegler has been band director for the past six years, with assistance from David Knouse and Jim Peloza. Wendy Bussard serves as color guard instructor.
In the first two competitions at Goshen and Concord high schools, the band took fourth place in their class, Scholastic Class A.
“That was right about where we expected to be,” said Ziegler. “The show has progressed, so each week we put on more material.”
At the first show, the band performed about six minutes of material, two-thirds of their final show. Their goal is to be at the full length of seven and a half minutes by the time of finals.
“In the marching band world, the show evolves through the season, so it starts kind of skeletal at the beginning, and as you go through you add more, you change things, you sometimes rewrite things, sometimes just add more to it. So, by the end of the season it has morphed into something even bigger and better than what it started as,” he explained.
This year’s theme is “Danzón,” the official music and dance of Cuba. The full show will feature Cuban architecture backdrops and vibrant yellow, pink and teal costumes for the color guard. Featured soloists will also play on prop staircases during the full show.
“Because it’s Latin music, it’s very rhythmic-based,” said Ziegler. “There’s a lot of choreography for the color guard that incorporates that. ... It’s very percussion-driven.”
The show has three distinct movements entitled “Fire, Passion, and Grace,” each one highlighting a different aspect of the Danzón style.
“We’ve had great excitement from the students with the music, they really love the show, they love the style, it’s really fun to play. ... They have a desire to learn the music and to really improve as musicians through it,” Ziegler remarked.
As a director, Ziegler said his overall goal is to give his students a good education in music, but there is far more to be learned from the experience of marching band.
“It teaches discipline, it teaches working toward a goal and working with others, being in a team mentality. It helps to teach them we’re working for a common goal, and how do we overcome these obstacles to reach that goal? ... It teaches them dedication, and it also teaches them unity. We call it the band family,” he elaborated.
Indeed, a significant amount of dedication and discipline is required to keep up with the band’s schedule. After three weeks of band camp in July, students rehearse three times a week once school begins. Days when the band has a competition include three or four hours of rehearsals before they load up and travel to the show. They often arrive back home late at night, sometimes after midnight. A competition day can end up lasting last a full 14 hours.
On Friday, Sept. 20, the band marched in Warsaw’s homecoming parade, played the homecoming game halftime show, and went to the Carroll Invitational competition the next morning, Saturday, Sept. 21.
“We put in long hours. That teaches that endurance and dedication and perseverance might not feel very well, and they might be tired, but they still have a responsibility to the group,” said Ziegler.
After the Carroll Invitational and another in Zionsville on Saturday, Sept. 27, the Marching Tiger Pride band will be moving to the ISSMA scholastic preliminaries Saturday, Oct. 5, in order to qualify for scholastic finals.
There is also a free community performance at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at Warsaw Community High School’s Fisher Field.
WE GOT THE BEAT Drummers from left, Isaac Newsom, Levi Brath, David Hall, Melanie Hertzler, and Keller Tribllet march to the side, while drum major, Brianna Stavedahl, keeps time.
WAVING FLAGS — The color guard practices their coordinated movements.
tippecanoe valley marching band
The TVHS band performs at many community events, including the annual Mentone Egg Festival.
THE VIKING GUARD Tippecanoe Valley High School’s band has 27 members. In the first from left are Mia Martinez, Africa Baca, Claire Kelley and Savannah Smith.
In the second row are Gabby Harter, Graycen Guthrie, Audrey Long, Ein Keckler and Amanda Rivera-Roche.
In the third row are Mario Arenas, Ayden Yaprak, Carson Meredith, Santiago Rosas-Arroyo and Caleb Michaelsen.
In the fourth row are Kodiak Hillen, Jamie Wallace, Carter Pearson, Ava Neer, Cameren Johnson, Francisco RamirezBrito and Simeon Skipper.
In the fifth row are Sage Jeffrey, Carolann Wallace, Johnny Hill, Remington Rickel, Parker Newcomer and Alex Engle. All photos provided by Janell Riner.
BRASSY NOTES — John Hill blasts the trombone at the Akron Fourth of July parade.
WAILING ON IT Mario Arenas plays his saxophone at the Mentone Egg Festival parade.
tippecanoe valley marching band whitKo marching band
TVHS Vikings keep marching along
By LILLI DWYER Staff Writer
The Tippecanoe Valley High School Vikings marching band, directed by Janell Riner, is one of the smaller bands in the area. With 27 members — consisting of five flutes, four clarinets, five saxophones, seven trumpets, three trombones, and three percussion players — the band still stays active throughout the season.
Along with the usual home varsity basketball and football games and band concerts, the band also performs at the Mentone Egg Festival Parade and the Akron Fourth of July parade each year. A group of band volunteers also performs at the Mentone Memorial Day Service and the annual “Rotors Over Mentone” helicopter fly in at the Bell Aircraft Museum.
The band has not participated in any competitions so far this season, but they are headed to the ISSMA Solo and Ensemble Contest on Wednesday, Dec. 4. A fall band concert, date to be determined, will take place in early November this year.
Since the band does not perform in a field show, there is no musical theme this year; however, the band does have some favorite performance standards, including classics like “In the Midnight Hour,” “Soul Man,” “Sweet Caroline” and “Gonna Fly Now,” the theme from “Rocky.”
“One of our favorites is ‘Funkytown.’ There is a saxophone feature in it, and we have a tradition of our sax section standing up to wail on it,” Riner added.
Riner is now in her 26th year of directing the Tippecanoe Valley High School band. In that time, she has seen some major changes take place.
One huge change for Valley is the completion, in the very near future, of a brand new auditorium.
“We are ecstatic about it and can’t wait to perform in this beautiful facility. We are very grateful,” she noted. “Performing in a space that is designed and purpose-built for Valley’s musicians, singers, and actors will elevate the level of our concerts and productions. Student learning will be enhanced by all the opportunities this new facility presents, including sound, lighting, art, and design. Audience members will instantly hear and see the differences in our performances that will now be augmented by engineered acoustics and seating.”
Over time, Riner has also observed the benefits students receive from participating in marching band.
“I think they can recognize the short and long-term benefits of being part of the group. The commitment, the discipline and employability skills it develops, and the camaraderie, just to name a few, help students transition to and be successful in life after high school,” she explained.
Along with an education in music, Riner said, “I hope they will make some great memories and feel the satisfaction of working hard and being part of something unique and special.”
WHITKO MARCHING PRIDE This year’s Whitko Marching Pride is compromised of 26 band members. Band
bers pictured are Micah Slabach,
Sabastian Swick,
Rice-Ruckman, trumpet; Magdalynn Clark, tenor saxophone; Amelia Sprunger, clarinet; Carli Reeser, flute; Sally Meyer, bass clarinet; Aliyah Patrick, flute; Alisa Stone, clarinet; Juan Macias, alto
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THE SPOT
Juan Macias and Cliff Hawkins choreograph their sword fight for Whitko Marching Pride’s show, “X Marks The Spot,” during an early morning practice.
Photo by Marissa Sweatland.
Whitko Marching Pride dream of returning to open class state finals
By MARISSA SWEATLAND Staff Writer
“Our goal each year is to make it to open class state finals. We were a state finalist in 2017, my first year at Whitko High School, and each year is a quest to make it back,” Band Director John VanPatten said. “However, we try to teach students to define their own success. While open class state finals may be the goal, not making it does not mean we have had an unsuccessful season. Learning, growing and having the experience of doing better today than you did yesterday is what makes us successful.”
Whitko Marching Pride is comprised of 26 student band members, including seven woodwinds, 12 brass, six percussion and one drum major, Ella Thomas.
“Our band is very young this year,” VanPatten mentioned. “Almost half of our members are in their first year.”
This year’s show is titled, “X Marks The Spot.” Band members were given the opportunity to create their own costumes for the show.
“It turned out incredibly well,” VanPatten reported.
The show includes original music by John Fannin and Josh Powell. VanPatten arranged the music, wrote the percussion music and wrote the drill. His wife, Kelly, has a color guard background and helps with the choreography for the band.
“Our most unique aspect is that we do not have a color guard, so our students take on many additional responsibilities to fill in visual aspects of the show normally covered by a color guard,” VanPatten explained. “This means our stu-
dents are exposed to a higher degree of dance instruction that helps enhance the show and support their fundamental marching skills.”
To sharpen and perfect their routine and fundamental marching skills, Whitko Marching Pride practices every day before school.
“My students inspire me every day,” VanPatten admitted. “We are a band that rehearses before school and seeing 26 teenagers in the parking lot stretching and warming up at 7 a.m. shows the level of dedication and commitment they have.”
Throughout their time as part of the marching band, students frequently find they learned more than just music.
“Students learn valuable life skills, like time management, discipline and teamwork. There are a lot of things to think about throughout the course of a marching season and students must learn a degree of self-reliance in order to be successful,” VanPatten said. “These skills translate directly to the classroom and beyond.”
Whitko Marching Pride is off to a strong start this competition season. Recently, Whitko Marching Pride placed third at Goshen Invitational; second place and Best Music Award and Best Visual Award at DeKalb Invitational. The band also participated in the Carroll Invitational.
Upcoming Indiana State School Music Association Saturday performances include Open Class Regionals, Oct. 12; Scholastic Finals, Oct. 19; Open Class Semi-State, Oct. 26; and Marching Band Finals, Nov. 9.
To stay up-to-date with Whitko Marching Pride, follow the band on Facebook at facebook.com/whitkoband.
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trumpet; Tanisha Sims, trumpet; Phoenix Semler, trumpet; Christian
saxophone; Cliff Hawkins, mellophone; Konnor Clester, mellophone; Ava McKenzie, baritone; Dalton Baldwin, baritone; Tranden Bradley, baritone, Uriah Hathaway, tuba; Abigail Griffith, mallets; Josie Scott, mallets; Mikayla Craft, synth; Zamien Mayes, drums; Alexus Craun, percussion; and Estara Love, percussion. Not pictured is Ella Thomas, drum major. Photo provided by John VanPatten.
by the band students. Photo provided by David Seel.
Spirit of Triton dazzles with ‘Fall of Pompeii’
By MARISSA SWEATLAND Staff Writer
Triton Junior-Senior High School’s Spirit of Triton Marching Band showcases a dazzling performance with “Fall of Pompeii,” this year’s show theme. The show is dramatic in nature and takes the audience musically through great historical tragedy.
“We perform every Saturday up until state, if we make it, in November,” David Seel, band director, explained. “The students picked the theme.”
Spirit of Triton Marching Band is made up of a total of 30 members, with six guard members and two drum majors. The color guard leader is Raquel Teutle.
“Fundamentals are at the top of the list at rehearsals,” Seel explained. “Without it, there’s no foundation for success.”
Spirit of Triton Marching Band is off to a great start in its’ competitive season. The band has placed multiple times at various competitions, including: second place for Best Music, Bluffton High School; first place finish and Best General Effect Award, DeKalb High School; fourth place finish, Carroll High School and second place finish and Best Visual Effect Award, Homestead High School.
“Marching band programs are important to students because it is a way to present their talent and skills to the community,” Seel mentioned. “Being a band director is hard but rewarding. It is awesome to see the students grow in their leadership and musicianship.”
The band may be small, but it is fierce. Spirit of Triton Marching Band is dedicated to perfecting its routine and creating a jaw-dropping show for their community and competition judges to enjoy. Band members can be seen outside Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, working until the routine is clean.
“Marching band teaches commitment, responsibility, teamwork and critical thinking skills. It is hard work but the benefits are huge,” Seel explained. “We have a great time, put on awesome performances and make great memories. We become like a family.”
Upcoming Indiana State School Music Association Saturday performances include: Open Class Regionals, Oct. 12; Scholastic Finals, Oct. 19; Open Class Semi-State, Oct. 26; and Marching Band Finals, Nov. 9.
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CHAOS AND AGONY During Spirit of Triton Marching Band’s “Fall of Pompeii,” band members move their bodies in what Band Director David Seel describes as “chaos and agony.” Photo by Marissa Sweatland.
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Spirit of Triton Marching Band practices the next part of their routine until it is comfortable and muscle memory. The marching band practices three times a week after school. Photo by Marissa Sweatland.
SPIRIT OF TRITON MARCHING BAND Triton Junior-Senior High School’s Spirit of Triton Marching Band performs at football games and various competitions throughout the state. David Seel is the band director. This year’s show theme is “Fall of Pompeii” and was chosen
THE NEXT MOVE Band Director David Seel, left, shows members of Spirit of Triton Marching Band the next move of the sequence: a squat. Photo by Marissa Sweatland.
NorthWood’s Red Regiment is ‘Teetering On The Brink’
By PHOEBE MUTHART Staff Writer
Northwood High School’s Red Regiment’s show title for this year is “Teetering On The Brink.”
The marching band has 87 members. There’s 29 woodwinds and 24 brasswinds, 12 percussionists , and 20 color guard members. The drum majors are Titus Eby and Megan Yoder.
Music being performed includes: “Warnings,” “Red Skies,” “Terra Firma,” and “Consensus.”
The band’s Indiana State School Music Association classification is Class C. The director is Eric Criss and the assistant director is Faith Bradley.
The marching band rehearses after school several times a week in the school parking lot.
The band has received many awards. It it a ISSMA 16-time state finalist; 10-time IPA Concert Percussion state finalist; a five-time Winter Guard State Finalist; and received the ISSMA Band Department Award from 2013-2019 and 2023-2024.
The band has competed in the Goshen Invitational, Sept. 7; Northwestern Invitational, Sept. 14; Carroll Invitational, Sept. 21; and ISSMA open invitation in Plymouth, Oct. 5.
Its last contest is Bands of America Super Regional in Indianapolis, which is Oct. 18.
Its design staff is Jack Pursifull, Don Barrett and Brayton Mendenhall.
The guard staff is Stephanie MiIler, Courtney Grubbs, Ashton Rice and Sierra Huber.
Its music staff is Martin Becker, Scott Spradling,
Don Krug, Handro Spradling, Judy Becker, Dan Slaven and Jake Yoder.
The visual staff members are Luke Morningstar and Reese Huber. The percussion staff is led by Maxwell Hamilton.
Members of this year’s band are: Lexi Adams, Isabella Allen, Jonathan Bate, Charles Blakely, Rowan Blanchard, Karis Bontrager, Jeremy Bontrager, Jenna Brown, Heidi Brown, Kayson Carter, Nora Clemans, Abigail Collar, Andrew Creager, Ethan Cripe, Ainsley Criss, Audra Dial, Chloe Eash, Titus Eby, Brooke Faller, Gabriella Frederick, Wilson Gay, Evan Giddings, Zoey Gill, Selah Gingerich, Jacqlyn Golden, Carson Golden, Genesis Gonzalez, Brett Guard, Karina Gutierrez Perez, Elizabeth Harris, Toby Hawkins, Allana Headley, Cortana Hellman, Jayce Hochstetler, Christina Jackson, Brody Kaufman, Emily Lambert, Kara Lehane, Koltan Loomis, Naomi Lopez, Arrianna Macias, Brooklynn Manning, Carson Maples, Mea Martin, Addison Martin, Cooper Messier, Carson Messier, Zoe Miller, Ryan Miller, Petra Miller, Reylyn Mitschelen, Shawn Mullet, Lucas Nave, Allison Norris, Aaron Norris, Nicalys O’Brien, Dulaney Paul, Julia Peterson, Elizabeth Quiroz-Talavera, Diego Reyes, Alexis Rollins, Owen Ross, Hannalee Schmucker, Tennyson Scott, Elizabeth Scott, Bonnie Shapland, Jordan Sheaffer, Willow Short, Peyton Smith, Kamryn Sprague, Kalina Sprague, Gabbie Stahl, Micah Sword, Addelyn Thoden, Paige Truman, Christopher Velazquez, Brisa Velazquez, Ryne Wells, Elayna Wine, Grayson Yerger, Romand Yoder, Megan Yoder, Kaylee Yoder, Ethan Yoder, Autumn Yoder, Alexandra Yoder.
RED REGIMENT — Pictured is The Northwood High School Red Regiment Marching Band. The marching band has 87 members this year. Photo provided by Band Director Eric Criss.
LEADING THE BAND Megan Yoder, drum major, leads the Red Regiment in a rehearsal in NorthWood High School’s parking lot. Photo by Phoebe Muthart.
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THE FAIRFIELD MARCHING PRIDE — Shown are the Fairfield Marching Pride. Members are Lyla All, Makayla All, Jaylah Alverez, Adelyn Apple, Ryne Beck, Lydia Bergdall, Emma Birkey, Tyler Bilbrey, Sam Black, Eahnae Bontrager, Jakoby Bontreger, Jaxon Bontreger, Linley Borntrager, Ashlyn Borzeniatow and Hudson Borzeniatow.
Also, Breya Buckholz, Zuri Buckholz, Kamryn Castro, Jayla Center, Miranda Calentine, Lana Cripe, Isaac Cunningham, Astella Drudge, Hailey Espinoza, Maci Ellison, Marco Sanchez-Gaspar, Brenna Farthing, Reid Fowler, Marissa Grevenstok and Vienna Griffith.
And Addison Hilty, Ezekial Hilty, Melvin Hilty, Janessa Hochstetler, Sam Hochstetler, Liv Howard, Kaya Jenkins, Chloe Johnson, Elijah Johnston, Jackson Josephthal, Faith Keene, Grace Keene, Jocelyn Keller, Nicholas Kintigh and Gavin Kerstetter.
And Abram Korenstra, Katherine Larsen, McKenna Layman, Jenna Logan, Allison Long, Bea Mast, Tess McCauley, Payton Meeker, Kenadie Messer, Madison Messer, Barbara Miller, Brady Miller, Lacey Miller, Lilli Moseman and Kara Minter.
And Gavin Peachey, Kylee Richendollar, Charlotte Robbins, Daniel Robbins, Jocelyn Rosales, Megan Rosenbrock,
Fairfield High School Band offering its take on ‘Where the Wild Things Are’
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By LAUREN ZEUGNER Staff Writer
When Maurice Sendak wrote “Where the Wild Things Are” in 1963, he couldn’t imagine his tale of a little boy facing monsters and becoming their king becoming such a huge hit.
The book has been turned into an opera, two short animated films and a feature-length film. And now the Fairfield Junior/Senior High School Band will be using aspects of the book in this season’s show “Wild Ones.”
Mykala Roskos-Neilson, director of bands, describes the show as a “darker, more twisted version of ‘Where the Wild Things Are.’”
The show starts out with Lydia Bergdall, soprano sax, doing a solo as Max. There is a duet between Bergedall and Allison Long, fluitist, along with narration from Katie and Brian O’Leary.
Roskos-Neilson explained there were a lot of ideas discussed by the band’s in-house team, which works with the students all the time.
The show features music from “Soprano Sax Concerto, Mvt. 4” by John Mackey; “Scythian Suite” by Sergei Prokofiev; “Romanian Folk Dances, Mvt. 4” by Bela Bartok; “Wild Nights!” by Frank Ticheli; and “Wild Things” by Alessa Cara.
Ideas were considered and narrowed down in February with arrangements and music selected in March and April. Visuals began in May and full-out rehearsals began during band camp in July.
Feedback from judges and the crowd is the students have really bought into the show.
Roskos-Nielson explained the show brings the crowd into someone’s mind while they deal with wild thoughts and feelings, facing those thoughts and feelings and overcoming them.
“The kids really hate doing shows without meaning,” she said.
The band has competed in the Goshen Crimson Marching Invitational, Sept. 7; Northwestern Marching Band Invitational, Sept. 14; Carroll Challenge of Bands Invitational, Sept. 21; and the CG Conn Invitational, Sept. 28. This weekend, the band will be heading to the ISSMA Regional at Carroll High School in Fort Wayne.
GETTING A LITTLE HELP Fairfield Band member Vienna Griffith gets some assistance from Band Director Mykayla Roskos-Neilson with her uniform hat.
The band is 88 members strong with 45 winds, 18 percussion, and 24 guards, lead by Drum Major Isaac Cunningham.
The Fairfield Marching Pride has been a recipient of 29 gold ratings in ISSMA Regional competition and is a 26-time state finalist. The Marching Pride has been in the “Top 5” of ISSMA State Finals a total of 13 times, earning two state runner up titles in 2015 and 2021.
“We’re a very small school in our class, and we’re still near the top,” Roskos-Neilson, who has been director of bands for seven years, said adding she has been blown away with what they have accomplished.
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FLUTE SOLOIST Allison Long practices her flute solo during a recent rehearsal.
based on the children’s book, “Where the Wild Things Are.”
SAX SOLOIST Lydia Bergdall, acting as Max in the Fairfield Marching Pride’s show “Wild Ones” rehearses her sax solo. The show is
MARIMBA MAGIC — Handling the marimba for the Marching Pride are Sam Black, Miranda Calentine and Jaxon Bontreger.
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