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In the photo above, Justin Yoo practices his art of juggling during the Circus City Festival, Inc. “Round-up” Sunday, March 7.

The roundup serves as an opportunity for those interested in becoming a circus performer a chance to sign up for acts they would like to be in as well as meet the circus trainers. Board members as well as members of the Circus City Booster Club were also available to answer any questions families may have before practice begins, Monday, March 15.

In the photo to the right, Kim Cox, on the right, a member of the Circus City Booster club, assists Erin Miller and Alexis Marburger (a first-year performer) as well as Samantha Hall, Saylor Hall (first-year performer) and Kyle Bockover (fifth-year performer) with paperwork needed to try out for the circus. Attendance was down concerning those who went to the event this year but CCFI offered paperwork online so anyone could fill out what is needed without having to attend the gathering.

For more information about joining the circus, call 765-472-3918.

Photos by Michelle Boswell

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March 10, 2021

Indiana House of Representatives advance legislation concerning broadband The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation that would prioritize access to broadband internet for schools, students and rural clinics, according to State Rep. Ethan Manning (R-Denver).

Manning said quality access to broadband is still unavailable in many rural communities. Under this legislation, the Office of Rural and Community Affairs must consider deploying broadband to rural areas that are most in need when funding Next Level Connections grants.

Ethan Manning Indiana State Representative

These grants are offered to providers and used to provide access to reliable and affordable broadband service to underserved areas of the state.

"We must find ways to connect our rural communities to reliable broadband, as it

could help spur more economic growth and help deliver certain health services," said Manning, vice chair of the House Utilities, Energy and Telecommunications Committee.

"The COVID-19 outbreak shed light on this urgent need for internet access and this bill takes an important step forward to ensure we reach some of our most underserved areas."

Manning said this would also create a portal on the OCRA website for students to self-report a lack of educational broadband service. Once re-

ported, the data would be compiled and distributed to all the broadband companies in the state. The company who can serve the student for the lowest amount will be awarded the Next Level Connections grant from OCRA to serve the student's household.

Manning said this process is known as a reverse auction.

To help schools and clinics, the legislation would create vouchers to help cover the cost of obtaining better internet connection.

According to Manning, broadband brings the opportunity for direct

access to education and health care for rural residents who are otherwise forced to travel long distances for college courses and medical treatment.

Over the last few years, the General Assembly has steadily worked to improve broadband access across rural Indiana. In 2019, Gov. Eric Holcomb directed $100 million to the Next Level Connections program administered by the OCRA. The Indiana Senate is now considering House Bill 1449. For more information, visit iga.in.gov.

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Woman arrested in connection with death of infant

The Miami County Sheriff's Office reported the arrest of 31-year-old, Amanda Burns of Kokomo on multiple charges with the assistance of the Kokomo Fugitive Task Force.

On Dec. 6, 2019, deputies were called to a residence on Strawtown Pike near State Road 18 for an unresponsive 4month-old infant.

First responders arrived and initiated life saving techniques by performing CPR. The child, Harley Mayhew was transported by Miami County EMS to Dukes Hospital in Peru where she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The evidence indicated the child had been deceased for an extended period of time (possibly a few hours).

The mother, Amanda Burns re-

ported to detectives she placed the child in an adult bed the night before and slept beside her.

When she awoke at approximately 11:30 AM, she stated the baby was still beside her, face down. Believing the infant was asleep, she waited another forty-five minutes before checking on the child. Ms. Burns stated she then realized her daughter was not breathing.

Detectives at the

scene observed behavior by Ms. Burns consistent with illegal drug usage, Toxicology reports later would confirm that Amanda Burns was allegedly impaired by illegal drugs in the hours leading up to the child's death.

Pursuant to an investigation led by Detective Sergeant Gary Glassburn, Amanda Burns was arrested on a Level L Felony Neglect Resulting in Death,

a Level 5 Felony Reckless Homicide, a Level 6 Felony Neglect of a Dependent, and a Class C Misdemeanor Possession of Paraphernalia.

She was incarcerated in the Miami County Jail on a $63,000 Surety Bond.

Assisting with the investigation was the Miami County Prosecutor's Office.

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Obituaries April Lee Vermilya, 53

Pamela Jo (Hostetler) Rockenbaugh, 72 Pamela Jo (Hostetler) Rockenbaugh of Peru, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on her 72nd birthday, Thursday, March 4, 2021.

Pam was born in Peru, Indiana, March 4, 1949, to Richard and Joyce (Kennedy) Hostetler who preceded her in death.

She graduated from Peru High School in 1967.

Pam is survived by her loving husband Darl Rockenbaugh of Peru, Indiana. They were married July 8, 1967, in Peru.

They resided in Erie Township where they raised two children, daughter Andrea (John) Furiak of Noblesville, Indiana, and son Thomas (Tom) Rockenbaugh (Darlene Dillman) of Peru, Indiana. Tom recently went to Heaven and was there to welcome his mom home with the Lord.

Pam cherished spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren Matthew Furiak

and Julia Furiak, both of Noblesville, Indiana.

There was always a special place in her heart for Darlene’s children, Derek, Dan, and Dana Dillman, as well as her many nieces and nephews. Pam always had a beautiful smile on her face and could always make her family and friends laugh with her pleasant sense of humor, especially in times of need. Her loving and caring ways were always present in the way she treated peo-

ple. Pam could always be counted on to see the other side of any situation and to be compassionate.

Other surviving family include brother James (Bumper) (Lori) Hostetler of Benton, Kentucky, and sister Linda (Terry) Downey of Bowling Green, Indiana, along with many nieces and nephews.

Pam was preceded in death by her son, Thomas Rockenbaugh, her parents Joyce and Richard, brother Jeffrey Hostetler, and nephew Peter Hostetler.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

Lori Ellen (Howard) Mygrant, 58 Lori Ellen (Howard) Mygrant, 58, Peru, passed away Monday, March 1, 2021, at Community Howard Regional Health Campus, Kokokmo.

Born June 9, 1962, in Miami County, Indiana, she was the daughter of Donald Leroy and Sharon Lee Biddle Howard. On Oct. 4, 1986, at the Mexico Church of the Brethren, she was married to Ted Wm. Mygrant, and he survives.

She was a 1980 graduate of Maconaquah High School and received her degree in education from Indiana University, Kokomo. She was a kindergarten teacher at Elmwood Elementary in Peru. She enjoyed going out for walks, mushroom hunting, crafting, and traveling, although her favorite activities were teaching her students and spending time with

brother, Donald Lee (Pam) Howard, Lebanon; and one sister, Kristi (Dave) Farmer, Peru.

She was preceded in death by her father.

A memorial visitation was held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 2021, at McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana.

A memorial service followed with pastor Eric Alwine officiating. The service was livestreamed her family--especially her at grandchildren. http://mcclainfh.com/liv Survivors include her estream husband, Ted Mygrant, Memorial contribuPeru; four children, tions may be made to Brandon (Katherine) My- Metavivor, a support netgrant, Brownsburg; Eryn work, awareness, and re(Brett) Graham, Ft. search organization for Wayne; Cameron MyMetastatic Breast Cancer. grant, Peru; Taryn MyMcClain Funeral Home, grant, Peru; mother, Denver, Indiana, has Sharon Howard, Peru; been entrusted with four grandchildren, arrangements. CondoEmery and Grady Mylences may be sent online grant; and Daxton and at www.mcclainfh.com.

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April Lee Vermilya was a kind-hearted, gentle soul who always did for others before herself.

She was an amazing mother, nana, fiancé, sister, niece, auntie, and friend. She was suddenly born into eternal life Monday, March 1, 2021, with her children and fiancé by her side.

She was born to David Bartel and Judith (Pulley) Constable October 31, 1967, in Marion, Indiana. April always had a contagious smile. Anyone who knew her loved her. April’s life would seem short to many, but those who were touched by her understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives.

April loved the outdoors. She would camp and fish all summer alongside her fiancé Daniel Smith. She was a proud Nana (since she always said she was not old enough to be a grandma). If you accidentally said “grandma,” as tiny as she was, she corrected you with all the sass imaginable.

Her children, Sherese

Rizo and Corbin Baldwin, would tell you how amazing of a mother and friend April was.

Her children and grandchildren, Karson, Cristian, Julian, and Jameson, meant the world to her. She called daily, usually multiple times a day. She loved spending time with them. April was also a second mother to Lisa Gross, and a nana to her children, Cassidy Carlina, Kaylee, Alexis, Elizabeth, David, and Emily.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Judith Constable, David Constable, and David Bartel, as well as Sherese’ father, Glenn Bradley.

She is survived by her

fiancé, Daniel Smith, and her children Sherese Rizo Bradley (Julio) and Corbin Baldwin (Courtney); and her siblings David Bartel (David), Rick Bartel, Misty Flynn (Alan), Tony Bartel (Jody), Jami Bartel, Kellee New (Kevin), Lynn (Brandon), Shawn Constable, Bobby Constable (Holly), Amber (Jason). Also, several grandchildren Karson, Cristian, Julian Rizo, and Jameson Baldwin.

A celebration of life was held Saturday, March 6, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Peru Moose Lodge, 110 North Broadway, Peru, Indiana. Visitors were asked dress casually.

Everyone was welcome.

Memorial contributions may be made to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home to assist the family with funeral expenses. Flowers are also welcomed.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

Diane Lynn Bell, 77 Diane Lynn Bell, 77, of Peru passed away at her residence Wednesday, March 3, 2021. She was born in Peru April 29, 1943, the daughter of Floyd and Martha Holland Opple. Diane married Myron Bell Sept. 30, 1961, and he preceded her in death Oct. 23, 1990.

Diane was a 1961 graduate of Peru High School. She was a devout wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Diane was a member of the St. Charles Catholic Church, the Daughters of Isabella, the Altar & Rosary Society, and the Peru Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. Over the years she served as a very active member in her church on many different committees.

She is survived by

daughters Lauri (Joe) Skeans, Warsaw, Indiana, and Kimberly (Brian) Hawkins, Peru, Indiana, sons Michael (Tammy) Bell, Peru, Indiana, and Patrick (Natalie) Bell, Peru, Indiana, grandchildren Jacob Skeans, Megan (Robert) Bazen, Shelley (Zack) Pugh, Joey (Kelly) Skeans, Zachary (Kari) Hawkins, Kolton (Aubrey) Hawkins, Brant (Megan) Bell, Todd (Kaylee) Bell,

Kortnee Bell, Andrew Bell and 8 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Myron and two brothers.

Family and friends gathered from 10 a.m. to Noon Monday, March 8, 2021, at the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru, Indiana. A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Diane Bell was held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 8, 2021, at the St. Charles Catholic Church, 58 W. Fifth St., Peru with Rev. Paul Cochran officiating. Burial was in the St. Charles Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Monastery of the Poor Clares, 1175 N. 300 W., Kokomo, IN 46901.

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Obituary Geneva June Combs Cassels, 87 Geneva June Combs Cassels, 87, of Peru passed away peacefully at 4:08 p.m., Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at her home surrounded by family.

Born March 26, 1933, in Lost Creek, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Luther and Carrie (Campbell) Noble. She married Amos Combs September 1949. He preceded her in death March 2010. She mar-

ried Arthur Lester Cassels in June 2011.

June was a long-time member of Peru First Brethren Church, and in recent years attended Wabash Friends Church. She owned and oper-

ated June’s Beauty Shop in Peru for many years. June enjoyed gardening, fishing, and quilting.

Survivors include her husband, Arthur Lester Cassels of Peru; her children, Deborah Balsbaugh (Brooke) of Peru and Jeffery Combs (Lanette) of Peru; stepchildren, Rebecca Dawn (Dean Wilson), Cindy Winter (Joe), Valerie Williams, Howard Fulton

(Bobbie), and Mark Cassels (Linda); sisters, MaryLou Francis and Betty Wilson; special niece, Jerri Bunker. grandchildren, Aaron Thomas (Lorie), Amanda Brunnemer (Anthony), Claire Kellems (Joshua), Colin Balsbaugh (Jennifer), Eric Combs (Valerie), Erin Wagner (Mickey), and Tyler Combs (Kelly); step grandchildren, Rocky Fraser (Tianna), Dustin Fraser (Sara),

Taylor Wilson, Valerie Dawn, Travis Williams (Jessica), April Ellis (David), Amelia Winter (Christopher Rullan), Jenna Winter, Jessica Wilber (Jeremiah), Katie Fulton, Judson Cassels (Peter), and Julie Billsborrow (Chris); 39 great grandchildren and step great grandchildren, and 2 greatgreat grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Amos

Combs; daughter, Elaine Thomas and her husband, Rev. James Thomas; siblings, Opal Hall, Alma Gipson, Clay Noble, G.V. Noble, Joyce Bartosik, RayVon Smith, and Frank Noble.

Visitation and Celebration of Life service for June will be held at a later date at Riverview Funeral Home, 421 W Canal St. Peru, Indiana, once current restrictions have been lifted.

Memorial con-

tributions can be made to Riverside Christian School by mail to Riverside Christian School, General Delivery, Lost Creek, Kentucky, 41348 (checks payable to Riverside Christian School) or online at https://www.rive rsidechristian.or g/contact/donate-to-riverside/ June’s online guestbook is available, and condolences can be shared at www.riverviewfhperu.com.

Three arrested after domestic dispute Recently, a domestic dispute resulted in Indiana State Police troopers arresting Aaron Vance. 44, Skyla Vance, 19, and Heather Chard, 42. All three lived at 167 W. Harrison Street, Denver, Indiana.

Indiana State Police troopers responded to a reported fight and a shot being fired at 167 W. Harrison, Denver, IN. Evidence revealed that Heather Chard and Skyla Vance had pur-

portedly been fighting, outside the home, before officers arrived.

Aaron Vance is alleged to have pointed a handgun in the direction of Heather Chard and Skyla Vance.

He then purportedly fired a gunshot into the ground. A loaded 40 caliber handgun was recovered from the scene.

The investigation revealed Chard was in the process of moving out of the Harrison Street home when a domestic

dispute ensued.

All three were incarcerated in the Miami County Jail. Skyla Vance and Chard each face a single charge for domestic battery with injury. Aaron Vance faces felony charges for criminal recklessness with a firearm and pointing a firearm.

All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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March 10, 2021

Sports

Tigers lose to Indians in sectional final

By Eric Christiansen echristiansen@n mpaper.com

Matt Ross goes up for a layup at the game agaisnt the Twin Lakes Indians. The Tigers lost the game, 59-55. Photo by Michelle Boswell

In a game with seven ties and 13 lead changes between the Peru Tigers and the Twin Lakes Indians in the sectional championship game Saturday, March 6, it was the last lead change the Tigers didn’t see coming.

Peru took a 41-40 lead, the 12th lead change of the game, with 7:01 left in the contest, and had a 55-51 advantage with 59 seconds left. The Indians rallied and

scored the final eight points of the game to shock the Tigers with a 58-55 win to advance to regional.

In a back-andforth affair, neither team led by more than three points until early in the fourth quarter.

Peru led 12-11 after one quarter while Twin Lakes took a 27-26 lead into the locker room at halftime.

With the score tied 38-38 heading into the fourth quarter, Noah Johnston scored inside to give Twin Lakes a 40-38 lead.

Peru’s Matthew Roettger gave Peru

a 41-40 lead seconds later on a three-point play, then extended the lead to 44-40 with 6:41 left in the game when he nailed a threepointer.

Caden Harker answered with a three-pointer of his own for the Indians to cut the lead to 44-43 with 6:30 left in the contest.

After two minutes of scoreless play, Peru took the game’s biggest lead, 48-43 with back-to-back baskets from Treyden Curtis and Roettger with 4:08 left.

After Twin Lakes cut the lead to 5048, Braxten Robbins hit a three-pointer to make it 53-48 with 2:05 remaining.

Kahari Jackson, who led all scorers with 21 points, responded with a three-pointer with 1:51 remaining for the Indians to cut the lead to 53-51.

Kade Townsend responded with a baseline drive and score to give Peru a 55-51 lead, but the Tigers wouldn’t score the rest of the way.

A free throw from Lewis Dellinger and a three-pointer from Clayton Bridwell tied the game at 55

with 24 seconds remaining.

Peru missed its next two shots and Jackson was fouled and went to the line where he hit 12 shots to give Twin Lakes a 56-55 lead.

He missed the second free throw, and after a scramble, the ball was called out-ofbounds off of Robbins with 5.7 seconds remaining.

Bridwell was immediately fouled on the inbounds play and hit both free throws to give the Indians a 58-55 lead with 4.2 seconds left.

After a time out and the ball under the Twin Lakes basket, Peru’s inbounds pass was off the mark and went out of bounds, giving the ball back to Twin Lakes.

Johnston hit 1-2 free throws to seal the win for a 59-55 final score.

Matthew Ross led the Tigers with 19 points, followed by Curtis with 14, Roettger with 10, Townsend with seven, Robbins with three, and Pet Polk with two.

Peru ends the season with a 16-8 record and finished 6-3 in the Three Rivers Conference.

The Peru Tigers pause for the National Anthem before the game against the Twin Lakes Indians.

Photo by Michelle Boswell

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On the table...

Plant forward!

By Laura Kurella

My mother once told me in-childhood-that the USDA food pyramid was set up so that Americans would support farmers and livestock producers proportionately, nothing more, then literally waved it away with a quick flick of her hand.

Between my mother’s proclivity for gardening, and love for veggies and fruit, which were fortunately also lower in price, quite a few of our meals in childhood were totally meat free, and it suited us just fine.

Today’s trending demand for plantbased products, which is growing at a rapid rate, comes at a time where there are both those who wish to eat cleaner, and those who have to because their body is rejecting the low level of quality that the food has become.

Finding clean, high quality products, especially among baking mixes, is daunting if not impossible, which is why I am thrilled that there is a tiny company in Minnesota doing something about itVixed!

“Vixed Baking Company was born in a cramped apartment, out of one woman's desperation for something sweet,” said its founder, Farukh Niaz.

“One evening I decided I wanted dessert; but nothing nearby could accommodate my vegan diet, so I decided to whip something up with what I had: Some flour, sugar and a very ripe banana!”

Making something marvelous, Niaz used her kitchen alchemy to mani-

fest Vegan + Mixed = Vixed Baking Company.

“Bananas are one of the most popular household fruits, and they happen to be a great binding ingredient for a lot of vegan recipes, too! When you bake with Vixed, you're not only honoring yourself by making a good health choice, but you're also honoring our dear friend, the banana!”

Offering mixes that are locallymade in Minneapolis, and require only fruit to make them, Vixed products are for those who want to be vegan, those who need to be vegan, and those who simply want to be plant forward in their food choices.

Available online, and in Minneapolis area, Vixed products are the only dairy-free, egg-free, and soy-free baking mix currently available in the Midwest.

“I'm proud to offer a product that introduces everyone to the joy of creating something with people you love, as an act of love,” Niaz said.

“Vixed was founded out of an intense desire for something sweet and it's incredibly gratifying to know it has created just that!

Learn more about Vixed Baking Company at: vixedbakingcompany.com.

Here now are three DIY ways to help you bake clean. Enjoy!

Beautiful Blueberry Banana Bread Prep time: 5 minutes; Cook time:1 hour; Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes; Yield: 3 small loaves or 1 large loaf.

6 tablespoons warm

Creating baking mixes that offer cleaner, animal-free ways to bake up something that’s good, and good for you, Vixed is in perfect step with todays trend toward a cleaner eating. water 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup coconut milk 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 cup melted coconut oil 2/3 cup granulated sugar 3 large ripe bananas, mashed 1 cup fresh blueberries Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine warm water and ground flax seeds. Let sit for a few minutes, until thickened.

In a separate, medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Returning to the

large bowl with the flax, add the coconut milk, lemon juice, coconut oil, sugar, and bananas.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and fold in the blueberries.

Spray 3 small bread tins, or 1 large one, with oil or grease them lightly with coconut oil. Pour batter into tins and place them on a baking sheet. Bake small loaves for 3040 minutes, or large one for about an hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool for 5 minutes before removing form pans to finish cooling on a rack.

Pure Sweet Potato Cake in-a-cup Prep time: 5 minutes; Cook time: 5 minutes; Total time:

10 minutes; Yield: 2 servings.

1 tablespoons egg substitute 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup mashed cooked sweet potatoes 2 tablespoons soy, rice, or almond milk 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 7 tablespoons selfrising flour pinch of unrefined sea salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 3 tablespoons toasted pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional) In a large mug, using a fork, whisk together egg substitute and water, then set aside for 5 minutes to thicken.

Then add sweet potato, milk, vanilla, and sugar, mixing

well. Gently add flour, salt, and spices then fold in nuts. Divide batter between two mugs.

Microwave, separately, for 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 minutes each, or until risen and firm. Serve immediately.

Clean-eating Chocolate Cherry Muffins Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook time:17 minutes; Total time: 32 minutes; Yield: 12 muffins 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 cup cocoa powder 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 6 ounces plain, nonfat Greek yogurt 1/4 cup grapeseed oil 1 egg 1/2 cup dried cher-

ries 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray muffin pan with cooking spray, or line with paper. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cocoa powder, whisking until all lumps are gone, and set aside.

In a separate, medium bowl, combine sugar, yogurt, canola oil, and egg then add wet mixture to dry, flour mixture, stirring just until moistened to keep tender. Fold in cherries and chocolate chips. Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups. Place in oven and bake for 15 to 17 minutes, or until toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

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Game stats were not available.

Round 1 Peru 55, Northwestern 44 Somehow, someway, the Peru Tigers climbed out of an offensive hole to pull away for a 55-44 win over Northwestern Tuesday night, March 2, in the opening round of the Class 3A Sectional 20 at Twin Lakes.

Peru failed to score a point in the first quarter and trailed Northwestern 10-0 after eight minutes of play.

Things still looked bleak at halftime after Northwestern extended the lead to 20-6 at halftime.

The second half was a different story as Peru found an offensive rhythm, outscoring Northwestern 18-8, cutting the lead to 28-24 heading into the fourth quarter.

The fourth quarter was all Peru as they outscored Northwestern 31-16 in the final eight minutes to pull out the win.

Semifinals Peru 58, Maconaquah 50 An 8-0 run to start the second half and an 8-1 run midway through the fourth quarter helped Peru pull away from county rival Maconaquah for a 58-50 in the semifinals of the Twin Lakes Sectional Friday night, March 5.

The Tigers and Braves exchanged leads five times in the first half, and were tied four other times in a tight first half.

Peru broke the last tie in the first minute of the second half to take a 29-27 lead and never trailed again on their way to the win.

Maconaquah started the game with a 10-7 lead midway through the first quarter before Peru’s Kade Townsend and Braxten Robbins hit backto-back three-pointers to give Peru a 13-10 lead.

Peru extended the lead to 23-18 with 4:45

left in the second quarter before the Braves got hot.

Bauer Maple and Brayden Betzner each hit three-pointers to help Maconaquah take a 25-23 lead with 2:55 left in the half, but Peru’s Matthew Ross scored six points in the final two minutes to send the teams into the locker room tied at 27-27.

Kash Bellar started the second half with a basket, followed by a three-pointer from Townsend, a jumper from Trayden Curtis, and a free throw from Ross, to give the Tigers a 35-27 lead with 5:30 left in the third quarter.

The Braves battled back with a 9-2 run with four points from Feenix Kile, a threepointer from Betzner, and two free throws from Hayden Maiben to cut the lead to 37-36 late in the third quarter.

Maconaquah stayed close with the Tigers, trailing 44-42 with 4:51 left in the game, but Peru answered with a 9-1 run, highlighted by a three-

pointer and a drive from Matthew Roettger, to give Peru a 52-43 lead with 2:36 remaining.

The Tigers hit 6-8 free throws down the stretch to hang on for the win.

Ross led Peru with 18 points, followed by Curtin with 12, Roettger with 10, Townsend and Robbins with eight each, and Bellar and Polk with two each.

Maiben led the Braves with 17 points, followed by Kile with 12, Betzner with 10, Nolan Kelly with six, Maple with three, and Graham Stoll with two.

Class 1A Sectional 53 Southwood 93, North Miami 19 In a game North Miami would like to forget, the Warriors saw their season come to an end with a 93-19 loss to Southwood Friday, March 5.

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Police Find Narcotics Which Leads to Four Arrests

A search for a wanted Cass County woman led to the arrests of David Hecker, 54, Emma Campbell, 42 both from Onward, IN, Cindy Cox, 37, Peru, IN and Jacob Smith, 22, Logansport, IN. Trooper Chad Babbs received information that a woman wanted on arrest warrants, issued from Cass County, IN, was staying at a home on 31 Main Street, Onward, IN. Babbs, and deputies with Cass County Sheriff's Department, went to the residence to find the woman.

While officers were knocking on the front door of the residence, they allegedly smelled the odor of marijuana emitting from the home. A resident of the home, Hecker, answered the door and told officers the wanted woman

was not there. During a subsequent search of the home, the wanted woman was not located. Officers purportedly found methamphetamine, marijuana, a handgun with an obliterated serial number, and syringes. Officers also allegedly found methamphetamine on the Smith's person.

Hecker and Campbell lived at the residence while Smith and Cox were visiting. All four were incarcerated in the Cass County Jail.

Hecker faces criminal charges for dealing methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine, maintaining a common nuisance, unlawful possession of a syringe, altering the identifying marks or serial number on a handgun, possession of marijuana, and

possession of drug paraphernalia.

Smith was arrested for visiting a common nuisance and possession of methamphetamine.

Campbell faces a single charge for maintaining a common nuisance while Cox faces one count for visiting a common nuisance.

Babbs was assisted by the Cass County Sheriff's Department, Trooper Dukengston Lavache, and Trooper Dakota Anderson.

Law enforcement officers encourage anyone with information about the possession, distribution, or manufacturing of illegal narcotics to call their local law enforcement agency or the Indiana State Police Drug Tip Line at 1-800453-4756. Information can be reported anonymously.

March 10, 2021

North Miami FFA advances to state finals

Students participating in the Parliamentary Procedure Leadership Development Event (LDE) are evaluated on their ability to conduct an orderly and efficient meeting using parliamentary procedures.

Participants are judged on their knowledge of parliamentary law, and their ability to present logical, realistic, and convincing debates and motions.

The District VI Parliamentary Procedures Contest took place on January 11, at Jay County. North Miami FFA Chapter’s Senior Parliamentary Procedures Team finished first and was slated to compete at the Section Contest on Feb-

ruary 20.

Coached by North Miami FFA advisor Jim Wildermuth, the team consisting of Anna Eckrote, Cameron Early, William Herrell, Lincoln Wildermuth, Nick Moreland, Audrey Piel, Alaina Weaver, Gabby Francis, Tyler Kling, Austin Knauff, Joey Witmeyer, Connor Ammerman, and Owen Knight placed first over fourteen other teams at the Section Contest at Carroll County on February 20, and now advance to the State Finals March 20 to be held at the state FFA leadership center in Trafalgar, Indiana.