Shopping Guide News - July 31, 2024

Families Helping Families

Families Helping Families

FOR NEW BABIES The church also gives out diaper bags to babies born at Woodlawn Hospital. The bags contain diapers, formula, wipes, information on local resources and more.

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By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

Solid Rock Church of Rochester members noticed babies and moms needed help with diapers, formula and more. So, the church’s Rachel Rhymer and Michelle Skiles started Families Helping Families four years ago. The ministry provides the above free to those in Fulton County and beyond.

People may come in from 2-5 p.m. Mondays at the church, 913 Main St., Rochester, to get

items. Skiles said the ministry tries to give out items once a month to families, but will not turn people down if they come more than once a month.

Skiles said the church will take down people’s addresses and phone numbers when they come for items. That is to give out things, like baby cereal and food, if someone happens to donate them to the church.

“I will sometimes call and check with them and (say), ‘Hey, are you running low on something or is there something we can help you with (addition-

ally)?’” said Skiles.

She said the program is especially helpful for new moms and filling in gaps for those getting assistance from the Women, Infants and Children program.

The church also started giving out diaper bags for babies born at Woodlawn Hospital about a year ago. Each month, the church tries to give 10 to Woodlawn, with the bags containing formula, wipes, diapers, information on local resources including Families Helping Families, and other items.

FAMILIES HELPING FAMILIES Michelle Skiles, who helped start and helps run Solid Rock Church of Rochester’s Families Helping Families ministry, stands with some of the diapers ready to be distributed via the program. Those needing diapers and formula may pick them up for free from 2-5 p.m. Mondays.

The church also has a folder with information on local resources helping with food and more to give to those who need it who use Families Helping Families, said Skiles.

People may message the Families Helping Families Facebook page to inquire if the church has a certain size of diapers or brand of formula in stock. The page may also be used to

inquire about donating for the program, said Skiles. Families Helping Families strictly operates off donations, she said. People may also bring diapers or formula to the church from 2-5 p.m. Mondays or before or after the church’s service at 11 a.m. Sundays.

All sizes of diapers are needed, with Skiles noting more recent needs are for larger sizes, 4-6. Any type of formula is welcomed. She said people may exchange diapers for a different size if the diapers they bring in are in an unopened package.

Those wishing to donate may also call Skiles at (574) 835-8813 or the church at (574) 224-7654. Monetary donations for Families Helping Families, including for the bags for new moms, may also be done with checks made out to Solid Rock Church, noting they are for Families Helping Families.

“We hope ... it just helps relieve some of the money issues with some of these families that are lower income because I get how that is and have been there, done that,” said Skiles. “I have seven kids, so I get it completely.”

Daphine Hale has found a career at Fulton County Animal Adoption Center

By LAURIE LECHLITNER Staff Writer

“I’ve worked at Fulton County Animal Adoption and Education Center in Rochester for about a year and a half,” stated Daphine Hale. “The staff members and environment are so supportive. My coworkers teach me well.

“I think my favorite part of the job is that I’m constantly learning new things about animal health and all the other areas of nurturing and supporting dogs and cats. To me, this is more than a job. It’s my career. I love making a

difference in an animal’s life and finding them a forever home.”

Hale has always loved animals. “When I was growing up, we lived in the country. People dropped off cats in our area all the time. I was always finding kittens and bringing them home. My mom didn’t always appreciate my enthusiasm for animals. But we made it work.”

A typical day for Hale starts at 8 a.m. “There’s hard work to do. We don’t spend all our time playing with dogs and cats. I start by unlocking both buildings. Then I start rotating and cleaning the

August programs at the Akron Carnegie Public Library

Akron Carnegie Public Library is hosting several events in August.

Tuesdays and Fridays are fitness awareness. Chair exercises on both days start at 10 a.m. for an hour of moving the body. A variety of principles will be covered to help keep the body, spirit and mind at its best. If you’ve been thinking about it, now is the time; don’t put it off.

This program is geared for adults, who want to take control of their overall health and improve stamina and balance by moving the body.

Adult Readers Book Club

The club will meet at 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1. Not your ordinary book club, this is more like a book talk. You choose the book of your choice and let the group know what you think of it.

New members are always welcome. Share what you’ve been reading.

Board of Trustees Meeting

The library’s board of trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, in the library’s commu-

nity room.

National Potato Day

National Potato Day is Monday, Aug. 19. To celebrate this unique holiday, the library will host a potato derby; just like a Pinewood Derby, only using potatoes. Participants of any age may join in the fun by picking up a potato kit with instructions, starting Monday, Aug. 12. The potato derby will take place at 4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19.

The Chain Gang

The Chain Gang meets at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, for those who enjoy crocheting, knitting, sewing or needlepoint. Bring your materials with you and work alongside others who enjoy this hobby. If you would like to learn one of these hobbies, there are plenty who are willing to get you on your way.

LEGO Club

LEGO Club is from 4-5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26. Elementary kids can join and explore their creativity with LEGOs and snap circuits by creatively stretching kids’ imaginations with LEGO play, adventure and friends.

dog kennels and feeding them. Then I do the same thing with the cats.

“There’s always cleaning, dishes and laundry to do. We have to stay on top of the vaccines the animals need. But in the middle of the day, I take time for some one-on-one with the animals. We work on socialization and play with them.”

Even though it’s the shelter’s main job to find forever homes for the animals, it can be a bit heartbreaking. “It’s really bittersweet, especially with those who have medical issues we’ve had to deal with. We grow very attached to them and spend quite a bit of time nurturing them. When we watch them leave, our hearts cry out, ‘There goes my baby!’ ”

Hale believes in order to work with an animal, we must learn to understand them. “A person working here has to be kind. We also need a lot of patience. A lot of times animals may scratch us or bite us because they’re frightened. It’s a new environment for them. It’s also very stressful being placed in a kennel and cooped up. When we understand these things, it’s easier to work with the animal.”

Some of the animals have been in very traumatic situations. “We can never tell what we’ll run into when we arrive at work in the morning. One time I found a taped box with holes for air. Inside was a parcel of very small baby kittens. It’s hard to keep very young kittens separated from their mother alive. But we saved them all.”

Hale goes back to the fact animals are a large responsibility. “They’re a bit like toddlers. We have to feed them, make sure they have enough water and pick up after them. Then when they get to that teenage stage, they will not listen. Then we must

realize that with the proper training, those days will pass.” Hale is a newlywed. She and her husband Skyler were married this past April. “I love married life. We have three dogs: Benji, a 16-year-old lab mix; Puter, a 14-year-old mut; and Bear, a 5-year-old pitbull we adopted from FCAC. My three cats, Maddox, Oliver and Coco, are smart and independent. We are a big, happy family.”

Love without words

By RUSSELL DAVIDSON SR. Guest Writer

I was raised by foster parents. During my childhood, I never heard the words “I love you.” When I turned 19, I joined the Air Force. I served my time and came home with my duffle bag full of clothes and personal things. It was great to be home and see my foster parents. It looked like my foster dad needed work shoes so I gave him my work boots, and he wore those until they wore out. That is “love without words.”

I gave my foster mother a small pillowcase that had “mother” on it and she cried. That is “love without words.”

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Let’s Study The Bible —

Do not worry

(Read: Luke 12:22-34)

“And [Jesus] said unto his disciples, Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on” (Luke 12:22).

the end, which is to glorify God (Matthew 6:33). There is a great difference between making a living and making a life.

become the badge of our faith.” Too often they are!

How do we win over worry? The first step is to realize that God knows our needs, so we can trust him to meet them.

By REV. RON PURKEY

First, Worry is destructive. The word translated “anxious” in Luke 12:22 means “to be torn apart,” and the phrase “doubtful mind” (Luke 12:29) means “to be held in suspense.” It is the picture of a ship being tossed in a storm.

Our English word worry comes from an old Anglo-Saxon word that means “to strangle.”

Second, Worry is also deceptive. It gives us a false view of life, of itself, and of God. Worry convinces us that life is made up of what we eat and what we wear.

We get so concerned about the means that we totally forget about

Worry even blinds us to itself. We can get to the place where we actually think that worry accomplishes good things in our lives!

In Luke 12:25, Jesus pointed out that our worries do not add one extra minute to our lives (Psalm 39:5) or one extra inch to our height. The rich farmer’s fretting certainly did not lengthen his life! Instead of adding to our lives, our worries take away from our lives. People can worry themselves into the hospital or into the grave!

Third, Worry is deformative. It keeps us from growing and it makes us like the unsaved in the world (Luke 12:30). In short, worry is unchristian; worry is a sin.

How can we witness to a lost world and encourage them to put faith in Jesus Christ if we ourselves are doubting God and worrying? Is it not inconsistent to preach faith and yet not practice it?

The late chaplain of the United States Senate, Peter Marshall, once prayed “that ulcers would not

We are sheep in His little flock, children in his family, and servants in his kingdom; and He will see to it that our needs are fully met. It is his pleasure to give us his kingdom, so will he not give us everything that we need? (see Romans 8:32)

The main question is, “Where is your heart?” If our hearts are fixed on the transient things of earth, then we will always worry. But if we are fixed on the eternal, then God’s peace will guard our minds and hearts (Philippians 4:6-9).

We must “hang loose” when it comes to this world’s goods, and be willing even to sell what we have in order to help others (Acts 2:4445; 4:34-35). It is not wrong to own things so long as things do not own us.

Read Ron Purkey’s Bible study outlines free at rcpbibleoutlines. com. Purkey has been an ordained Baptist minister for 50 years.

What does having a finger or thumb that locks up on you mean?

By TERESA PERKINS Woodlawn Health

Editor’s Note: Teresa Perkins is an orthopedic nurse practitioner at Woodlawn Health.

Two to 3% of the general population and 10% of diabetics experience locking, clicking, snapping, or catching of a finger or thumb, known as trigger finger or trigger thumb, also known as stenosis tenosynovitis. It’s more common in diabetics and females older than 50.

The ring and long fingers are most involved. The mechanism includes the tendon of the finger getting “caught up” on the pulley of the finger. Occasionally, there may be a nodule on the tendon as well.

Other conditions which may be associated with trigger fingers, besides diabetes, are rheumatoid arthritis, hypothyroidism, gout, and carpal tunnel syndrome. Greater than 60% of people with trigger fingers also have clinical evidence and positive nerve tests for carpal tunnel syndrome. Both hands and multiple fingers can be involved with those diagnosed with diabetes.

Once the triggering starts, it generally progresses. It becomes more

frequent and more painful. Some people may find the finger locks in a flexed position and must be manually manipulated to extend it. The tenderness is generally over the A1 pulley at the base of the finger on the palm side of the hand. Trigger finger is diagnosed by a physical examination.

Conservative treatment with splinting, modification of activity, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, like ibuprofen, may relieve

symptoms in 40-97% of cases. The best initial treatment recommended is a steroid injection, which can offer relief in 60-90% of cases. The effectiveness of the injection decreases the longer the symptoms have been present.

There may also be less effectiveness in diabetics. It’s important to know blood glucose levels and blood pressure readings may be elevated for a few days to a week, after receiving a steroid injection.

Surgical release of the trigger finger is an option for failed nonoperative treatments, as described above. The success rate is greater than 90%. This procedure is done in surgery as an outpatient. A small incision is made and closed with sutures. Light duty with the hand is recommended until the sutures are removed in seven to 10 days. A gradual return to activity is recommended after that, as tolerated. Returning to heavy lifting, gripping, and pulling may take up to four to six weeks; an orthopedic surgeon does a surgical release.

If you are experiencing a trigger finger, it’s best to talk with your primary care provider. They can refer you to an orthopedic specialist.

Shop local products at Indiana Grown Marketplace

The Indiana Grown Marketplace will offer fairgoers the opportunity to shop from 407 products representing over 90 Hoosier businesses in one location at the Indiana State Fair.

The multi-week event allows plenty of opportunity to discover and shop local products at the Indiana Grown Marketplace, located within The Mercantile building at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.

“Getting a taste of Indiana has never been easier,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “If you are looking for quality products created by people who care about their craft, look no

further than the Indiana Grown Marketplace.”

Shoppers will be immersed in a storefront solely featuring products grown, processed, packaged or produced in Indiana with product samples available to taste, starting at 11 a.m. each Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

“The state fair always brings the best Hoosiers have to the table; the same can be said for the Indiana Grown Marketplace given that all products were cultivated with Hoosier care,” said Don Lamb, director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. “I hope you join us at the Indiana Grown Marketplace to experience the excellence of Indi-

ana Grown producers for yourself.”

Shoppers will find a variety of products, like sauces, cookies, fudge, teas and popcorn. Also available are body care items like handcrafted soap, natural bath bombs, laundry detergents, lotions and more.

The Indiana State Fair runs from Friday, Aug. 2 through Sunday, Aug. 18 (closed Mondays). The Mercantile building, formerly known as the agriculture/horticulture building, is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Mercantile is located to the right of the Midway on the west side of the fairgrounds. Learn more about Indiana Grown at indianagrown.org.

TERESA PERKINS

O bituaries

Carole J. Rife

Former TM Morris Employee

Carole J. Rife, 76, Kewanna, passed away at 5:06 p.m. Saturday, July 20, 2024, at her residence.

She was born on March 30, 1948, in Fulton County, the daughter of Lloyd T. and Dolly E. (Kingery) Rife.

Carole had worked in manufacturing at R.B.M. and White Rogers in Logansport and TM Morris in Logansport and Fulton. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting and reading books.

Survivors include her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Manford Rife and Jerry Rife; sister, Janet Loveless; and niece, Tender Lea Rife.

Private graveside services will be conducted at Fulton Cemetery, Fulton. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Kathleen Estelle Bogseth

Kathleen E. Bogseth, 53, Kewanna , died Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at her residence.

She was born on Jan. 4, 1971.

KATHLEEN ESTELLE BOGSETH

Sgt. James Richard ‘Rick’ Jacobs

Peggy Boyce, 75, Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 6:43 a.m. Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne.

On Nov. 22, 1948, Peggy Jo Rhodes was born in Rochester to Porter Jr. and Genevieve Mae Kreger Rhodes. As the second born, growing up she shared her childhood with a sister, Marilyn, and a brother, Gary. Proudly she graduated with the class of 1966 from Rochester High School.

For nearly 40 years, as the office manager of the dental office of Dr. Larry Pampel DDS then more recently Dr. H. Ray Hazen DDS, Peggy would greet the patients with a bright warm smile.

Peggy cherished the time with her kids and grandchildren. Using beads, she created custom jewelry for herself and friends that would compliment any special outfit. She acquired the endearing name “Grandma Glowstick,” making many memories with her supply of the colorful glowing sticks that she shared with the grandchildren. The family enjoyed nature and camping out under the starlit summer skies.

Left to cherish Peggy’s memory are four children, Chris Drudge and wife Jenn of Fresno, Calif., Cori Drudge and wife Amie of Fishers, Caren Tucker and husband Dan of Akron and Casey Jones and companion Natalie of Rochester; eight grandchildren, Courtney Drudge, Cody Drudge, Chad Drudge, Kylie Drudge, Ayden Gaddis, Kaytlin Tucker, Konner Tucker and Kevin Jones; great-granddaughter, Chloe; brother, Gary Rhodes and wife Frances of Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding Peggy in death are her parents; twin granddaughters, who were killed in a tragic traffic accident, Elle and Belle Gaddis; and sister, Marilyn Mowrey.

A celebration of the life of Peggy Jo Boyce will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Akron Community Center, 815 E. Rural St., Akron.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the Wheels On Fire Cancer Care Fund, Beaver Dam Community Church, 9798 W. 1000S Akron, IN 46910.

Online expressions of sympathy may be made to her family at goodfamilyfh.com.

She is survived by daughter, Sabrina Tomah, Amaso Mich., and companion Rocky; son, Jaime Canon, Las Vegas, Nev.; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister, Jill Ann (Roger) Winter, Crystal Lake, Ill.; three brothers, John Bogseth, Lake In The Hills, Ill., Phillip Ahlenius and Jason (Melinda) Bogseth, both of Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gerald T. and Sharon Yeazel Bogseth; two sisters, Judi Bogseth and Melissa Dawn Bogseth; and brother Jeffery Bogseth.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at goodfamilyfh.com.

Jesus Panales

Jesus Panales, 65, Akron, died at 7:28 p.m. Friday, July 26, 2024, at his residence.

He was born on May 7, 1959. On Sept. 30, 1989, he married M. Guadalupe Panales; who survives.

Additional survivors are two sons, Edgar Panales, Akron and Omar Panales, Mentone; three sisters, Gloria Panales, Mexico, Cecilia Corona and Maria Ramirez; and brother, Agustin Panales, all of Chicago, Ill.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Preciliano Panales and Romona Castro; and two brothers, Salvador and Javier Panales.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, in Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 W. Rochester St., Akron.

Interment will be in Gaerte Cemetery, Macy.

John E. Williamson

John E. Williamson, 74, Winamac, died Saturday, July 27, 2024, at his residence. Funeral services are pending with Rans Funeral Home.

Sgt. James Richard “Rick” Jacobs, 76, Warsaw, died Monday, July 22, 2024. He was born on Oct. 18, 1947. He married Pansy Jacobs; who survives.

Todd Allen Corn

Todd Allen Corn, 57, Logansport , and formerly of Rochester, died at 1 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2024.

He was born on Nov. 14,1966. On July 23, 1988, he married Rhonda Lynn Baldwin; who survives.

Additional survivors are two sons, Jim Jacobs, Florida, and Tim (Susie) Jacobs, Sparks, Nev.; four stepchildren, Wendy Fairchild, Warsaw, Troy (Laura Ferreira) Fairchild, Melbourne, Fla., Jason Clement, Kentucky, and Charity (Jeff) Yates, Warsaw; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray Dean and Billie Lee (Peterson) Jacobs; and brother, Michael Jacobs.

Funeral services were held Saturday, July 27, at King Memorial Home 101 N. Tucker St. Mentone, with Pastor Hedgel Perry officiating.

Interment was in the Nichols Cemetery, Akron, with graveside military rites, performed by the U.S. Marines and the Warsaw American Legion.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Fellowship Missions, 1520 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, IN 46580 or online at fellowshipmissions.net/donate, Mishawaka Troop Town, P.O. Box 231, Mishawaka, IN 46546 or online at mishawakatrooptown.org.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at hartzlerfuneralservices.com

Bruce Gordon Brumm

Bruce Gordon Brumm, 77, The Villages, Fla., formerly of Winamac, died Friday, July 19, 2024.

He was born on March 18, 1947. On Aug. 10, 1968, he married Jill Jones; who survives.

BRUCE GORDON BRUMM

Additional survivors are daughter, Kristin (Brent Hermann) Brumm; son, Bryce (Lori) Brumm; and five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gordon F. and Irene A. (Koester) Brumm; and sister, Marsha Brumm.

The family will host a private celebration of life service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to a local church.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at frainmortuary.com.

Additional survivors are three daughters, Chelsea (Peter) Book, Cassidy (John) Rance, and Kennedy Corn; father, Herbert Corn; and siblings, Tammy (Ron) Wintczak, Troy (Lesley) Corn and Tim (Julie) Corn; four grandchildren; and a granddaughter on the way. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Lou Corn.

There will be no services.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Emmaus Mission Food Pantry, 19 W. Richardville St., Logansport, IN 46947 or The Ark Christian Ministries, 3522 N. 1000 W. 27, Converse, IN 46919.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at gundrumcares.com.

Susan L. ‘Sue’ Baker

Susan L. “Sue” Baker, 79, Kewanna, died Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Mishawaka. She was born on Feb. 4, 1945. On Jan. 26, 1965, she married Paul C. Baker; who preceded her in death on Dec. 2, 2011.

She is survived by two sons, Trent R. (Amy) Baker, and Chad M. (Samantha) Baker; daughter, Kristy Kay (Wyatt) Showley; seven grandchildren; brother-in-law; Dennis R. Baker; two cousins-in-law; John L. (Jackie) Baker and David W. (Phyllis) Baker; several nieces and nephews; and best friend, Martha K. Krohn. She was preceded in death by her parents, Chester L. and Nellie M. (Reeder) Pavy; in-laws, Chester R. and Sarah L. (Davidson) Baker; sister-in-law, Lucinda L. Martin; brother-in-law, Robert C. Martin; and one nephew.

Funeral services were held Monday, July 29, at Bethel Bible Church, Winamac, with Pastor Matthew Dodd officiating.

Interment was held in Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) Winamac.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Foundation of Pulaski County, Attn: Paul C. Baker Memorial Scholarship Fund, Bethel Bible Church, or Gideon’s International.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at frainmortuary.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

CAROLE J. RIFE

SGT. JAMES RICHARD ‘RICK JACOBS

SUSAN L. ‘SUE’ BAKER

TODD ALLEN CORN

Peggy Boyce Dental Office Manager

PEGGY BOYCE

JESUS PANALES

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Court News Circuit Court

The following petitions have been filed in Fulton Circuit Court, Judge Arthur Christopher Lee presiding: Complaints

Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. Ronald Clapper, Rochester, $1,626.34

Midland Credit Management v. Dawn Wolf, Kewanna, $2,972.65 Mortgage Foreclosure

Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC v. Robert Burns, Macy, and Rachel Burns, Rochester, $64,419.94

Superior Court

The following petitions have been filed in Fulton Superior Court, Judge Gregory L. Heller presiding: Country Meadows MHC Indiana LLC v. Tyler Hill, Rochester, $1,799.69

Interra Credit Union v. Jeremiah Shull, Rochester, $13,936.15

LVNV Funding LLC v. William Sullivan, Rochester, $1,043.05; Heshy Bock, Rochester, $3,295.67

Midland Credit Management v. Stephanie Drummond, Rochester, $906.85

Resurgent Receivables LLC v. Cristopher Joiner, Rochester, $3,653.70

Traffic Violations

The following fines and levies were paid in Fulton County courts: Disregarding stop sign — Brian Sheets, Rochester, $164.50

Driving while suspended — Promise Dean, South Bend, $164.50

Improper, no tail or plate light — Clarissa Cole, Indianapolis, $164

Operating with expired plates, operating a motor vehicle with a false plate, plate belongs to another vehicle — Ronald Duszynski, Portage, $189.50

Open alcoholic beverage container during operation of a motor vehicle — Quentin Nichols, Rochester, $174.50

Permitting unlawful operation of a motorboat — Karen Louderback, Westfield, $149

Speeding — Faren Jones, Indianapolis, $154.50; Ella Cramer, South Bend, $192.50; Jacob Hammer, South Bend, $154.50; Caitlin Hatton, Carmel; $154.50; Tyisha Broner, Indianapolis, $175; Court-

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ney Bilinski, Indianapolis, $154.50; Aalijandra Boyd, Indianapolis, $175; Rayah Beets, Kokomo, $175; Cameron Pantoja, Elkhart, $168; Ricardo Torres, Plymouth, $164.50; Juan Aquina Arguilar, Logansport, $154.50; Katrina West, La Porte, $154.50; Gurpeet Multani, Indianapolis, $164.50; Hunter Sickmiller, Knox, $192.50; Carmen Jefferson, Elkhart, $192.50; Therese Changara, Indianapolis, $175; Justin Miller, Middlebury, $192.50; Harold Tellez, Miami, Fla., $175; Teagan Intermill, Westfield, $192.50; Lan Tran, Plymouth, $175; Khaled Hussain, Cincinnati, Ohio, $175; Taylor Brinker, Mishawaka, $154.50; Joshua Ramsey, New Buffalo, Mich., $154.50; Isabella Mallory, North Muskegon, Mich., $164.50; Sofia Rane, Cincinnati, Ohio, $154.50; Camden Johnson, Greenwood, $154.50; Chase Benner, Russiaville, $175; Brittany Rief, Wyoming, Mich., $164.50; Paul Ryan, Hoover, Ala., $192.50; Dax Denton, Indianapolis, $154.50; Evens Edme, Indianapolis, $154.50

Marriage Licenses

The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Fulton County Clerk of the Court: McBurnett-Jolley

Shane McBurnett, 56, Rochester, and Sarah Jolley, 28, Rochester Phillips-Weisse

Ronald Phillips Jr., 45, Akron, and Gloria Weisse, 45, Akron Hite-Corlett

Baylen Hite, 24, Rochester, and Serenity Corlett, 24, Akron

Marriage Dissolutions

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Fulton County courts: Gothan — Aaron Gothan, Mentone, and Sabrina Gothan, Mentone. No minor children.

Merideth — Ryan Merideth, Rochester, and Leslie Merideth, Rochester. No minor children.

Contestants sought for area’s Distinguished Young Women competitions

Area girls in their senior year of high school are welcome to apply for Distinguished Young Women competitions.

Girls in public or private schools, or who are homeschooled, may enter the contests in their respective counties or the counties in which they attend school, including Fulton, Pulaski and Cass.

Participants may earn schol-

arship money through the DYW competitions. Those contests include talent, fitness, interview and other components.

In a press release, DYW leadership noted by participating girls may “build (their) confidence ... (gain) life-skill training, which increases overall success (and meet) seniors from seven other area schools” among other things.

Girls may sign up by visiting distinguishedyw.org.

Category prep and life-skill sessions are 1:45-4:30 p.m. Sundays, Aug. 25, Sept. 15 and 29, Oct. 13 and Nov. 3 and 17, at Caston High School.

The Cass County competition is Saturday, Nov. 23, and the Fulton and Pulaski competitions are Sunday, Nov. 24, all at Caston.

Indiana State Parks launch summer s’mores contest

To celebrate summer, camping, and memories made naturally, Indiana State Parks invite you to create your best s’more at any state park property, snap a photo, and share it by emailing SPcontests@dnr.IN.gov by Aug. 31.

S’more entries can be of the traditional delicious roasted va-

Caelum Nathaniel Starr Tinsman Sierra and Anthony Tinsman, Rochester, are the parents of a son, Caelum Nathaniel Starr, born at 6:13 a.m. Thursday, July 25, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center Inc., Nappanee. He weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 19 inches long. He joins siblings Holly May and Anthony.

a panel of DNR staff and shared in an album on Indiana State Parks’ Facebook page after the contest. Winning prizes include a 2025 annual entrance pass, a $50 camping gift card, a $50 inns gift card, and an Outdoor Indiana magazine subscription.

To enter, include the following

• S’more creator’s name

• Phone number and address

• Date the s’more was created (and likely eaten)

• The Indiana State Park property where the s’more was made

Read all the contest rules at events.IN.gov/event/the2024-great-smore-contest.

Greg/Trina Heller

Harry Migonis Heart Ministries Hizer Farms

Hizer Grain Transit

Jeri Good

Jerry/Rhonda Heckathorn

John Bailey

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Amy Roe

Arnold/Laura Snipes

Brett/Kim Hizer

Buddy Pollack

Craig Welding

Crew of the USS Truxtun

Cynthia/Stuart Swihart

Delmonte/Donna Wagner

Doreen Schoening

Eagles

Elks

Ernest Smoker

Francis/Barbara Hendrickson

Fulton County

Republican Women

George/Sharon Goodrich

Gerry/Colleen Click

John/Jeri Kieninger

Joyce Good

Judy Grube

Judy Leininger

K & S Trucking

Lawnmaster Services

Liz Flaherty

Lova O’Dell

Marty/Sue Click

Matt Gerlach

Michael/Alysha Marrs

Michael/Michelle Rinehart

Mikes Trash

Monte/Corinne Pickens

Mustangs to Fear

Northern Indiana

Community Foundation

Odell Lumber

To find a state park property

Rick/Jen Thompson

Rob/Linda Beckman

Rochester Ford

Rochester Lions Club

Rochester Telephone Company

Sgt. Major Jeffrey McLochlin

Memorial Fund

Sharon Button

Shawnee/Lanty Armstrong

Shopping Guide News

Smith Sawyer Smith

Insurance

Steve Moore Insurance

Agency

Steven/Glenna Kovach

Thomas/Pat Jolliff

Tidewater Tax

Tony Pesaresi

VFW Post 1121 Kewanna

VFW Post 1343 Auxiliary

Rochester

Virga Smith

Wallace/Karen Dove

Willie/Connie Sauberlich

Zimmerman Funeral Home

Richard/Kathy Pugh

Right Road Quartet gospel concert Aug. 4

A gospel concert with Right Road Quartet will be at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Riverview Community Church, 2780 SR 110, Tippecanoe.

Right Road Quartet is a brand-new group started in

Fulton County Democrats announce fair winners

The Fulton County Democrats have announced the fair booth winners. The booth was open during the Fulton County Fair held July 7-13 in Rochester.

The winners are utility wagon, Lyla Clauson; and trampoline, Linda Covington.

March of 2022. The group was founded by lead singer, Matt Linton. He had enjoyed a successful full- time solo ministry but he always had a passion for great quartet music.

Other members of the group include: Kip Barrier, tenor; Warren Finney, baritone; and Lanny Wilkerson, bass.

The quartet is a high energy, ministry- minded group with a strong passion for Jesus and are causing a buzz everywhere they go. When you attend a Right Road concert, not only will you hear great music and singing, but you are sure to feel the spirit of the Lord.

Chris Allman from Greater Vision is the group’s producer. He stated, “There’s no sound that compares to solid fourpart harmony when it’s done well. The Right Road Quartet

is one that executes the music and represents gospel music in a way that makes us all proud.

They sound great, are exciting to watch and present themselves in a classy manner.”

There is no ticket charge. An opportunity for a very generous love offering will be given.

Updates and happenings in and around the area

There will be a blood drive from 1-6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, at Akron United Methodist Church, 121 N. Mishawaka St., Akron. Call (800) 733-7267 or visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment.

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Fulton’s Fun Day is Saturday, Aug. 3. The theme of the noon parade is “Fulton Honors Our First Responders.”

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Rochester Ducks Unlimited is sponsoring a Greenwing Field Day for kids 10-17 years old, at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Fulton County Conservation Club, 3916 N. Meridian Road, Rochester; free admission. There will be trap shooting, decoy painting, dog demonstration, duck calling and goose hunting set-ups.

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Rochester High School Class of 1974 will be celebrating the 50th class reunion Saturday, Aug.

3. Cost is $30 per person. Send check or money order to Cindy Kinsel Border, 1400 Washington St., Rochester, IN 46975, or Bill Morris, 2095 Ford’s Court, Rochester, IN 46975. Registration will begin at 4 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 2506 Country Club Drive S., Rochester, followed by a group photo at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m.

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Fraud prevention information, specially focused for seniors, will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5, at Community Presbyterian Church, located at 530 Jefferson St., Rochester. It will be offered by Leslie Meredith, director of Flagstar Bank, Rochester.

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Water board meeting will be at 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5, at the Rochester City Building Complex, 320 Main St., Rochester.

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A tree board meeting, if need-

ed, will meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, in the Rochester City Building Complex, 320 Main St., Rochester.

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Fulton Community Church is providing free school supplies to families of Caston students in need for the 2024-2025 school year. To reserve supplies for a child, visit forms.gle/EoMdEFKqbyaTM8bd9. Supplies will be available for pick up at the Fulton Community Church, 7457 Liberty St., Fulton, from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7. Any questions email freeschoolsuppliesforcaston@gmail.com or contact Teresa Rentschler (574) 727-1633.

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Caston High School Class of 2025 will have a senior meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, in the CHS cafeteria.

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Board of Public Works meet-

ing will be at 7:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 9, in the Rochester City Building Complex, 320 Main St., Rochester.

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The Moon Cats will be performing at the Akron Downtown Community Park, Akron, from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of free live music.

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A park board meeting is at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12, in the Rochester City Building Complex, 320 Main St., Rochester.

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The movie “Princess Bride” will be shown at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at the Times Theater, 618 Main St., Rochester. It is a free movie, sponsored by First Federal Savings Bank.

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Indiana veteran families experiencing financial hardship can apply for $500, through

Aug. 30, per dependent child residing with the veteran, for back-to-back school expenses. Apply for children K-12 (up to age 18) and full-time college students (up to age 23). You will need the following: application, DD 214, bank statement, proof of income, proof of residency and proof of dependency.

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Celebrate Recovery at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 404 Jefferson St., Rochester, is every Tuesday with the following:

5 p.m. Meal

6 p.m. Large group

7 p.m. Small group

6-8 p.m. Child care

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The Fulton County Community Foundation, Rochester, is matching $1 for $1 in donations to benefit the Brent Blacketor Memorial Sports Complex. Checks or cash can be mailed to Brent Blacketor Memorial Sports Complex, P.O. Box 604, Rochester, IN 46975.

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United We Stand Ministries of Akron’s Food Pantry is open from 4-6 p.m. on Thursdays. If you live in Newcastle and Henry townships, this is your food bank. Paperwork is required first. If you qualify, you are welcome to visit the pantry monthly.

RIGHT ROAD QUARTET

August events at Kewanna-Union Township Library

The Kewanna-Union Township Library is offering the following special events in August.

The library is located at 210 E. Main St., Kewanna. For more information and updates, check out its Facebook page, call the library (574) 653-2011, or visit kewanna.lib.in.us.

Kid’s Craft Night

Kids’s Craft Night will be from 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1.

Zak’s Tech Time

Zach’s Tech Time will be from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, Aug 5. Teens and Tweens

Teens and Tweens Art Club will meet at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6.

Chamber of Commerce Program

Jillian Smith, executive director of the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce, will be sharing information about what the role of the chamber is in Fulton County at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7. Everyone is welcome to attend this informative program.

Game On

Game On will be at 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8.

Happy 80th Birthday Smokey Bear

Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday at 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8. There will be birthday cake, games, prizes, and lots of fun. A special visitor is planning to join for the celebration. Everyone is welcome.

Being Crafty: Iris Paper Folding

Iris Paper Folding will start at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14.

This is a fun craft you will enjoy making. Everything is furnished, so just bring your creativity this month.

Adult Book Club

Adult Book Club is at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, or all month on Facebook.

Minute to Win It

Minute To Win It games will be from 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15.

Empower Me To Be Clutter Free

Empower Me To Be Clutter

Free (part two) will be offered by Jessica Riffle, Purdue Fulton County Educator, at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21. Clutter is a disordered collection of things impeding movement or reduces effectiveness. Learn how to clear out the clutter.

Family Bingo Night

Family Bingo Night is from 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22.

Zach’s Tech Time

Zach’s Tech Time is from 10 a.m to noon Monday, Aug. 26.

Library Board Meeting

The library board will have a meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26.

Back to the Past Local historian, Bob Clyde, will continue his discussion of the history of Kewanna in “Back

to the Past: Our Kewanna.” It will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28. “Back to the Past” is the last Wednesday of each month.

Makerspace

STEM Makerspace will be at 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29. Story Time Story Time will be held at 11

a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31. Coffee and Tea Time Coffee and Tea Time begins at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday morning. Enjoy time with neighbors and friends and then stay for “Back to the Past.”

Regular Weekly Events Teens ‘N’ Tweens, 4 p.m. ev-

ery Tuesday. LEGO Club, 4 p.m. every Wednesday. Kid’s Night, 4 p.m. every Thursday.

Euchre Night, 5:30-8 p.m. every Thursday.

Coloring Club, all month long. Pick up a page at the library to color.

In front row from left are Vanessa Sroufe, Teagan Showley, Charli Haughs, KK Rensberger, Harper Heyde, Olivia Gibbons and Caitlyn Clupper.

In the middle row are Quinnley Zent, Eva Mulligan, Laken Durkes, Ireland Showley, Lera Barts and coach Oscar Haughs.

In the back row are coaches J.D. Showley and Brantlyn Showley. Photo provided by Morgan Showley.

Arts Commission invests in Fulton County Public Library to strengthen Rochester

Indiana Arts Commission announced it has awarded $4,000 to the Fulton County Public Library for Makerspace Visual Arts Workshops through the Arts Project Support grant program.

During the June 14 quarterly business meeting, the commission approved funding recommendations for the Arts Project Support and Arts Organization Support grant programs. Between the two grant programs, 338 organizations in 77 Indiana counties are receiving funding.

“All across Indiana we have seen the positive impact that investing in arts and creativity has on quality of life,” said Anne Penny Valentine, chair of the Indiana Arts Commission. “Each of the projects and organizations selected to receive funding are doing exceptional creative work in and for Hoosier communities. The commission is excited and honored to support the work these organizations are doing to engage the public, develop their communities and encourage creativity across our state.”

The Fulton County Public Library is grateful to the Indiana Arts Commission and the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County for this funding, which will provide the community with meaningful, engaging arts education programs. Workshops will be focused on skill-building and the impact of an art practice as related to bettering mental health and life satisfaction.

This grant will fund eight various workshops in the community, which will be offered for free and provide local visual artists with

compensation and cover the cost of materials.

Library programming benefits from this investment and offers opportunities in a county that currently has limited arts education.

“Art and creativity foster connection and cohesion, support the entrepreneurial spirit communities need to thrive, and help build the kinds of communities where people want to live, work, play, study

and stay,” said Miah Michaelsen, executive director of the Indiana Arts Commission. “In every corner of the Hoosier state, public funding for arts and creativity continually proves to be a high-return investment that positively impacts the cultural, economic, and educational climate of Indiana. It is a privilege to support the organizations building stronger Indiana communities through arts and creativity.”

GARAGE SALE

TOURNAMENT CHAMPS — Blacketor Field, Rochester, hosted the 8U and 10U Girls All-Star Town and Country State Tournament July 11-15. The 8U championship game was won Monday, July 15. The girls were undefeated the entire tournament.

taking part in the summer reading program finale held Monday, July 22, at Pike Memorial Park. The youngsters enjoyed an outdoor party, games and a hot dog cookout. Photo provided by Akron Public Library.

Megan Reed Bailon earns bachelor’s degree

Megan Reed Bailon of Rochester, earned a Bachelor of Science summa cum laude in legal studies from University of Maryland Global Campus in spring 2024.

Bailon was one of more than 14,000 students worldwide who earned degrees from UMGC in the 2023-24. Graduates came from all 50 states, three U.S. territories, and 24 countries.

Parade route for Fulton Fun

Day Saturday, Aug. 3

The Fulton Fun Day parade is slated to begin at noon Saturday, Aug. 3, in Fulton. The following gives a map of the

detour around Fulton for the parade. This will occur from around 11:45 to 12:45 p.m. Drivers from the north on SR

25 may encounter detour situations at CR 600S, if the bridge repair on SR 25 is still ongoing. There will be an officer at the intersection to manage the traffic pattern.

The projected route to follow during the parade hours are:

Coming from the north on SR 25:

• Turn right on 600S to CR 250W.

• Turn left on CR 250W.

• Proceed to SR 114 and turn left

• Continue to Fulton, turn right onto SR 25 South.

Coming from the south on SR 25:

• Turn left on SR 114 to CR 250W.

• Turn right onto CR 250W to CR 600S.

• Turn right on CR 600S.

• Proceed to SR 25 and turn left.

Drivers coming from the west on SR 114 would turn left onto CR 250W and follow the above directions if wanting to go north on SR 25.

July 17 and Monday, July 22. Harper Cabera, left, and Lincoln Morris try their balancing skills on the obstacle course. Photo provided by Akron Public Library.

FUN IN THE SUN —Shown from left are Donnie Shambaugh, Brylie Fisher and Kyndall Kuhn. They were

INFLATABLE FUN — Bailey Simpson enjoyed the inflatables provided by Akron Public Library Monday, July 22, in celebration of the children’s summer reading program. Photo provided by Akron Public Library.

JENGA GAMES — Taylor Ramsey, left, and Maezell Eaton are concentrating as they remove the Jenga pieces. The games were part of the Akron Public Library Summer Reading Program’s finale Monday, July 22. Photo provided by Akron Public Library.

JOE’S HOPE RECEIVES CHECK — Joe’s Hope received a check for $3,000 from Ruthless Bar and Patio. The funds were raised during a golf outing that was held Saturday, June 29, at the Round Barn Golf Course, Rochester. Five teams of four participated in the outing. A silent auction was held and Joe’s Hope T-shirts were sold during the event.

Shown in front are Mindy Myers, left, and Chad Shidler, Joe’s Hope. In back are Ruthless Bar and Patio owner Ruth Gunter; and Dustin Shidler, Joe’s Hope. Photo by Lori Carr.

ROCHESTER RECKLESS ELITE — The Division 5.4 cheerleading team from Rochester Reckless Champion Force Athletics placed third at the NYAA Nationals in Biloxi, Miss., Sunday, July 21. Tryouts for the new season will be Thursday, Aug. 11. For more information contact coach Ali at cfarochestercheer@gmail.com.

In front from left are Zandra Handy, Maddie Atkins, Haileigh Olivarez and Brianna Bencze. In the middle row are Hannah Bencze, Tatum Jones, Serenity Howard and Natalee Wall. In the back row are head coach Ali Handy, Mazie Roth, Kenzie Holcomb, Isabella Stanford, Leah Pourner, Kayleeanna Oles, Ashlynn Weyant and assistant coach James Handy. Photo provided by Ail Handy.

Soil health experts coming to the area

Four North Central Indiana Soil and Water Conservation Districts will be hosting Ray Archuleta and Barry Fisher for conferences focused on “Successful Soil Solutions.”

Both men are nationally recognized as experts in the field of restoring and building soil health. Both hold degrees in the field of agronomy, both own family farms, and both are retired from the Natural Resources Conservation Service where they served as specialists in regenerative agriculture and soil health.

The SWCD’s of Miami, Wabash, Pulaski and Fulton counties have come together to plan

this event.

On Wednesday, Aug. 14, Miami County will host the team on the John Reese farm at 2745 E. CR 600N, Peru, with the primary topic of inter-seeding.

Miami County has a limited number of tickets available. Contact Mary Lou Watson at (765) 473-6753, ext. 3 to reserve a spot for the day.

On Thursday, Aug. 15, Wabash County will host the team at 6003 W. CR 1300N, Silver Lake, where no-till and cover Ccops will be the main topics. Contact Penny Tomes at (260) 563-7486, ext. 3 to reserve a spot for the day.

On Friday, Aug. 16, Pulaski

County will host the team at 3709 S. CR 300W, Winamac, where grazing will be the featured topic. Contact Shelley Werner at (574) 946-3243, ext. 3 to reserve a spot.

On Saturday, Aug. 17, the final day will be hosted by the Fulton County SWCD at the county fairgrounds, Everett Smith Building, at 1009 W. Third St., Rochester. This will be the finale where all related subjects will be covered. Contact Megan Malott at (574) 223-3220 ext. 3 to reserve a spot for the main event.

Online registration can be secured at ccsin.org for any of these events.

School bus safety for drivers

The Indiana State Police is asking the public to remember the following information about school bus safety in Indiana:

It is illegal to pass a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing and stop-arm extended, except on highways divided by a barrier. If the highway is divided by a barrier, motorists are only required to stop if they are traveling in the same direction as the school bus.

To ensure school bus transportation is safe for everyone, follow these best practices:

When backing out of a driveway or leaving a garage, watch out for children walking or biking to school.

When driving in neighborhoods with school zones, be alert for young people who may not be thinking about getting to school safely.

Slow down and watch for children walking in the street, especially where there are no sidewalks.

Be mindful of children playing and gathering near bus stops.

Stay alert, as children arriving late for the bus may suddenly dart into the street without checking for traffic.

Learn and adhere to the school bus laws in your state, as well as the “flashing signal light system” that school bus drivers use to notify motorists of upcoming actions.

Yellow flashing lights on a school bus indicate it is preparing to stop. Motorists should slow down and be prepared to stop.

Red flashing lights and extended stop arms indicate the bus has stopped and children are getting on or off. Motorists must stop

their vehicles and wait until the red lights stop flashing and the extended stop arm is withdrawn before they can start driving again.

For parents, teach your child the following safety practices to make school bus transportation safer:

Safety Starts At The Bus Stop

Ensure your child arrives at the bus stop at least five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.

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All days will start at 8 a.m. and conclude at 3:30 p.m. with lunch provided. The cost to reserve a spot at each day will be $25 and includes lunch. The first three days will be limited to 35 people to assure time to give one-on-one interac-

tion with each participant.

The final event at Rochester will not be limited. Individual events will feature a rainfall simulator demonstration, infield diagnostics, soil test interpretations, cover crop discussions and more.

United Ministries of Akron to hold ice cream fundraiser

Ice cream will be for sale at the next Akron Downtown Community Park music event. This will be a fundraiser for United We Stand Ministries of Akron. The Moon Cats will be perform-

ing from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9. Bring your $5 and purchase a variety of different flavors from the Silver Lake Igloo ice cream shop. Stay and listen to music or just stop in and get your ice cream delight.

4C Health is the July Fulton County Chamber Member of the Month.

4C Health began as Four County Comprehensive Mental Health Center in 1975. It’s served as the community mental health center for Cass, Miami, Fulton and Pulaski counties since that time.

In the early 1980s, inpatient psychiatric services were added to the continuum of behavioral health services the center offered.

Starting in 2015, 4C started providing services to Howard, Tipton, White, Carroll, Clinton, Marshall, Wabash and Grant counties and beyond. This geographic growth, along with expansion in behavioral health and crisis care service offerings and addition of integrated primary care efforts, led to a rebranding effort in 2022 to 4C Health.

According to information from 4C Health, its new name “reflects appreciation for our history that is rooted in ‘4’ North Central Indiana counties, aligns with our focus on whole person health and exemplifies our values.”

4C Health offers everything from inpatient psychiatric care to group homes, community and

school-based services, outpatient therapy, psychiatric services and addiction services. 4C Health has an outpatient clinic located 401 E. Eighth St., Rochester.

It also offers communitybased services, adult intensive services, peer support services and has staff in all school buildings within Fulton County. 4C also has mobile crisis teams, which also operate in Fulton County. This is a service which allows staff to respond to any substance use or mental health crisis directly in the community. This service allows teams to stabilize those in crisis, with the goal being to stay within

the community.

4C also offers crisis stabilization, which is for individuals that feel they need more support than what can be offered in the community. 4C also has started primary care services, which will be offered soon at the Rochester location.

4C had a kickoff in May for its “On the Road to 50.” There was a ribbon-cutting event at the new Peru Comprehensive Care Center, which is a renovated space featuring outpatient services, as well as the brand-new inpatient unit. This is a 15-bed

School bus

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Show your child where to wait for the bus: at least three giant steps (six feet) away from the curb.

Remind your child that the bus stop is not a place to run or play.

Get On And Off Safely

Instruct your child to wait until the bus comes to a complete stop, the door opens, and the driver indicates it’s okay before approaching the bus door.

Advise your child to use the handrails while getting on and off the bus to prevent falling.

Use Caution Around The Bus

Teach your child to never walk behind a school bus.

unit which currently serves the adult population but, in the fall, will begin to also serve adolescent populations.

The center also includes crisis stabilization units, which also will serve the adult and adolescent populations.

Clients may reach 4C by calling (800) 552-3106 or visiting 4chealthin.org and using the “Chat Now” feature. They may also walk into the local office from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Thursday and start services immediately. 4C is available 24/7 for any crisis needs.

If your child must cross the street in front of the bus, instruct him/her to walk on a sidewalk or along the side of the street to a place at least five giant steps (10 feet) in front of the bus before crossing.

Emphasize making eye contact with the bus driver before crossing.

Instruct your child to inform the bus driver immediately if they drop something near the bus instead of trying to pick it up themselves.

Let’s all do our part to ensure that this school year is safe for everyone!

JULY CHAMBER MEMBER OF THE MONTH 4C Health is the July Fulton County Chamber Member of the Month. In front from left are 4C’s Lisa Willis-Gidley, Lauren Cooper, Krista Catt, Sandi Shanklin-Owens, Alyssa Blackburn and Robin Lett. In the back are Rochester Mayor

Trent Odell, Khrista Boster with Woodlawn Health, Taylor Showley with The Outlet Youth Center, and Stacey Wilson with First Federal Savings Bank. Photo provided by the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce.

State agencies pour thousands of dollars into state fair to reach Hoosiers

By MIA HILKOWITZ Indiana Capital Chronicle

For many attendees, the Indiana State Fair is the perfect time to celebrate Midwest traditions and have fun with friends and family. Some visitors will try eccentric food combinations — like a Cinnamon Toast Crunch funnel cake or spicy pickle pizza — or stop by the Midway for amusement park rides. Others might opt to watch livestock shows and learn more about the state’s history through the fair’s museum exhibits.

For some state agencies, the 15day event presents another unique opportunity: the chance to market to more than 850,000 Hoosiers.

State agencies, including the Hoosier Lottery, Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission and Secretary of State’s Office, pour hundreds of thousands of dollars into the state fair each year to sponsor information booths, giveaways, and concert performances.

Sponsorships from public and private groups for the fair, which climbed to $2.6 million for the 2023 event, is just one way Indiana State Fair Commission brings in revenue. The commission oversees the operations for the fair and event center.

With the 167th annual state fair set to kick off Aug. 2, the Indiana Capital Chronicle took a look at the finances behind the event.

Anna Whelchel, chief marketing and sales officer for the fair commission, said the state fair usually sees around 850,000 visitors

each year, but attendance can depend on weather conditions. Last year, the Indiana State Fair saw 840,414 visitors, an increase from 2022 (837,568 visitors) and 2021 (830,390 visitors). She said poor weather likely limited attendance in 2021.

Indiana’s all-time attendance record was around 978,000 at its 2013 event.

The Indiana State Fair in recent years has experimented with how many days it’s open, ranging from 12 to 18 but recently has settled on 15.

John Pfeffenberger, vice president and chief financial officer for the commission, said there are usually four large sources of operating revenue for the state fair: tickets/ admission, parking, concessions/ Midway amusement park rides, and sponsorships.

The fairgrounds holds events the entire year, not just during the state fair. In its audited financial statements, the ISFC doesn’t break out the marquee fair event from the rest of its year-round business. Pfeffenberger said it’s helpful for the commission to look at a consolidated business operation, rather than just the fair, since many of its costs are year-round, such as salaries for employees, insurance and utilities.

“Historically, we’ve taken this approach, for probably about the last 10 years, to help and really aid our ability to bond and to finance certain projects on our campus,” Pfeffenberger said. “So, it was helpful from an underwriting perspective

to look at the business as a consolidated operation versus split between fair and non-fair.”

According to the audited financial statements covering all events for 2023, the commission generated around $5.7 million in admissions revenue, $3.3 million for parking, and $5.1 million for concessions. It also reported $7.8 million in revenue related to renting the fairgrounds and slightly more than $1 million in “other operating revenue.” Pfeffenberger said this category includes revenue generated from merchandise sales, its harness racing stall and campgrounds.

While the operating expenses reported each year were higher than the operating revenue in 2021, 2022 and 2023, the ISFC generates enough non-operating revenue — such as direct funding from the state or outside grants — to still report a positive net position each year.

Sponsorships

According to invoices sent by the ISFC to its sponsors, which the Indiana Capital Chronicle obtained through public records requests, the state fair received $1,967,670 in sponsorships from 16 state agencies from 2021-2023. According to the fair’s website, the event has more than 70 sponsors, including non-state aligned groups, ranging from the U.S. Army to the Indiana Soybean Alliance and Busch Light.

One of the top state sponsors was the Hoosier Lottery, which paid about $661,000 over the past three years.

Lilly scholarship application opens Aug. 8

The 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application will be available Thursday, Aug. 8, through the Fulton County Community Foundation.

The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program will provide 147 scholarships statewide with one being awarded in Fulton County. LECSP scholarships may be used for otherwise unreimbursed full tuition, required fees and a special allocation of up to $900 per year. The special allocation may cover the costs for required books and required equipment for four years of undergraduate study on a full-time basis leading to a baccalaureate degree at any eligible Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university.

The program, administered statewide by Independent Colleges

of Indiana and locally in Fulton County through the community foundation, is open to all Indiana residents who: graduate from an accredited Indiana high school by 2025 and receive their diploma no later than June 30, 2025; intend to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study at an eligible college or university in Indiana; and meet the criteria specific to their local community foundation.

Visit nicf.org/fulton-county/ scholarships for the application, which must be completed and submitted by 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9.

Applications will be evaluated on, but not limited to, the following criteria: academic performance and service in community, work, and school, as well as application essays. Scholarship recipients will be notified in December.

Lilly Endowment created LEC-

SP for the 1997-98 school year and has supported the program every year since with tuition grants totaling more than $490 million. More than 5,300 Indiana students have received Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships since the program’s inception.

The primary purposes of LECSP are: 1) to help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana; 2) to increase awareness of the beneficial roles Indiana community foundations can play in its communities; and 3) to encourage and support the efforts of current and past Lilly Endowment Community Scholars to engage with each other and with Indiana business, governmental, educational, nonprofit and civic leaders to improve the quality of life in Indiana generally and in local communities throughout the state.

Jared Bond, the Hoosier Lottery’s director of external affairs, said the agency can track the benefits of sponsorship with the fair by looking at several different metrics. For instance, last year the Hoosier Lottery sold $553,000 in tickets during the fair. He said the Hoosier Lottery is also mentioned in news coverage more frequently during the weeks leading up to the fair, when the commission shares the lineup of concerts taking place at the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage.

In addition to the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage, one day of the fair, Aug. 10, is a dedicated “Hoosier Lottery Day.” The agency also participates in giveaways, operates carnival-style games in an area called the “Hoosier Lottery Town,” and has other signage throughout the fairground.

Some of the other top spenders were the Indiana Secretary of State, the Indiana Education Savings Authority and Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, which spent $635,000 in 2021-2023.

Luke Wilson, executive director of external affairs for the IURC, said the goal of the agency’s partnership with the fair is to raise public awareness for Indiana’s 811 “Call Before You Dig” law — a law requiring anyone who is digging on a property to contact Indiana 811 at least two days before they start a project.

The Indiana Destination Development Corporation spent significantly less than many other agencies for the fair — a combined

$50,000 in 2022 and 2023 — but Amy Howell, vice president of tourism, marketing and communications for IDDC, said the fair was a good opportunity to market other festivals and events. Some years, the group would bring local stakeholders — including the Indiana Pacers and local visitor bureaus — to the fair to help promote the IDDC’s programs; however, the IDDC will not sponsor the fair this year because it has shifted all of its marketing efforts out of Indiana.

Whelchel, chief marketing and sales officer for the fair commission, said the fair usually sees 92% of its sponsorship partners return the next year.

Other Revenue

The revenue reported by the state fair commission tends to fluctuate from year-to-year, with the commission reporting more than $77.6 million in operating and nonoperating revenues in 2023. Of that, about more than $13.1 million came from the state fair event.

Total revenue for the commission is up from around $43.5 million in 2022, and less than the $125 million from 2021, when the commission received abnormally high state funding for two major building projects.

Of those numbers, almost $12.6 million was attributable specifically to the 2022 state fair and $11.6 to the 2021 event.

Pfeffenberger said it’s normal for revenue and expenses to fluctuate each year, especially coming out of the pandemic.

2024 FULTON FUN DAY FESTIVAL “Fulton Honors

FESTIVAL LINE-UP

TIME:

8:00 a.m.

8:00-10:00

8:30

9:00-Noon

12:00-12:45

1:00-All

1:00-6:00

1:00

1:00-3:00 BOUNCE HOUSES Macy Elevator

1:00-1:45 TAEKWONDO DEMO Ag Source

1:00-6:00 DUNK TANK - Caston Football Team Zane’s LP 1:30 HORSESHOES

2:00-5:00

2:00-4:00

2:30-4:00

5:00

5:00-7:00

6:30

Inc.

Fulton Fun Day Festival to be held Aug. 3

The Fulton Fun Day Festival will be held in the little town of Fulton on Saturday, Aug. 3, for its 23rd year. It is hosted by the Fulton Liberty Lions Club.

The theme for the noon parade is “Fulton Honors Our First Responders.” Personnel from the police and fire departments will serve as parade marshals.

Returning this year to start off the annual festival will be a flyover by the Samaritan helicopter from Parkview EMS at noon.

Each year, the festival committee strives to balance the variety of activities throughout the day, which will attract festival goers to stay for a full day of fun with many free events to participate in or to be the spectator.

Three new events this year will be a baseball/softball throw for kids and adults, which will measure speed and accuracy. Donations from adults for this are designated for the Caston Food Back

Pack program.

Another competition brought back from years ago will be a volleyball tournament, and then the totally new kids’ bingo in the evening with prizes, including a super grand prize drawing, will be held.

Food for the festival will take on some changes. Since 2000, the local Lions Club has sold pork burgers downtown around the parade event. Due to members’ increasing duties at that time, the tradition will end. Popcorn and drinks will be on sale near the Fulton Branch Library, 7420 Liberty Ave., Fulton.

This year’s vendors at the Liberty Township Park, 301 E. Aitken St., Fulton, will be: Red Barn Elephant Ears, Dick’s Taco Trailer, Country Sweets, Fire Up the Grill (new vendor), Country Sweets, Twelve Mile Lions Ice Cream and pork burgers, and favorites, such as lemon shake-ups,

snow cones, cotton candy, and pucker powder.

Festival posters will be going up around the different communities, but you can get a full scope of the festival by visiting the Fulton Branch Library. This is also the place to find entry forms for competitions. On hand will also be an evolving list of the sponsors who give so generously to make this jam-packed day possible.

These festival committee members may be contacted for more information: Linda Fincher, (574) 767-2243; Lori Gibson, (574) 7212487; Linda Wade, (574) 8356604; and Tai Walsh, (765) 4144104.

SHARING AN ELEPANT EAR

This father and son shared an elephant ear. Don’t miss your chance to get one at this years Fun Day Festival.

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A selection of homes and floorplans plus meals, wellness programming, and recreation available on campus let you make the most of warm, sunny days! All levels of care options are available—including Assisted Living, LongTerm Care, and Memory Care. How will you spend your Timbercrest summer?

A PARADE ENTRY Fulton Baptist Temple was among the float entries in the 2023 Fulton Fun Days parade. Photo by Deb Patterson.

RACING LIONS — The Grass Creek Lions participated in the parade with their mini race cars. Photo by Deb Patterson.

A PEDAL PULLER Barrett “Bear” Herrold was among the 3-4 year-olds participating in last years pedal tractor pull. He finished the event in first place. Photo by Deb Patterson.

PARADE MARSHALS The Fulton Branch of the Fulton County Public Library were parade marshals for th 2023 Fulton Fun Days parade. The library celebrated 102 years in 2023.

ENJOYING COTTON CANDY

Rylynn Clark enjoyed eating some cotton candy at last year’s fun day. Photo by Deb Patterson.

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Consignment Auction Bidding open until 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1. Bid online at olsonauctions.hibid.com.

Faylor Public Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3. Located at 14030 11th Road, Plymouth.

Online Only Auction Bidding open until 6 p.m.Tuesday, Aug. 6. Pickup

located in Plymouth; exact details in winning invoice. Tractor, butchering equipment, semitruck cabs, tools, pressure canner, food storage, antiques, toys. Bid online at metzgerauction. com. Metzger Property Services.

Commercial Building Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10. Located at 1550 Wentzel St., Rochester. Open house 5:30-6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5. A 12,000-plus,

square-foot commercial building. Metzger Property Services, metzgerauction.com.

Recreational Woods Auction Bidding open until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13. Located north of Disko, on west side of Lotz Lake on CR 800W, North Manchester. Recreational woods, 16.3 acres, with lake frontage. Bid online at metzgerauction.com. Metzger Property Services.

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