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Traffic stop leads to large drug bust By The Paper staff

NORTH MANCHESTER — Three North Manchester Police Department officers are being credited with the largest crystal methamphetamine arrest on a traffic stop in Wabash County history after arresting a North Manchester man Thursday morning. Richard A. Farmer, 41, North Manchester, is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia, and cited for no operator’s license in possession when required and false or fictitious vehicle registration. According to a press release from NMPD, around 12:40 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 20, Officer Karsten Kersey spoke with Farmer while working

on another investigation. Kersey relayed information given to him by Farmer to NMPD Officer Devin Bechtold, who, according to the release, recognized Farmer’s name and asked North Manchester dispatch to confirm his driving status. Dispatch responded that Farmer was unlicensed. Per the release, “A few minutes later, Officer Kersey witnessed Farmer driving. He conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of Heeter Street. Due to Farmer’s driving status and his vehicle registration being false and fictitious, Farmer’s vehicle was inventoried for towing.” During the inventory, Bechtold and NMPD Reserve Officer Kody Cook allegedly located almost 70 A look at the items confiscated in the Sept. 20 arrest of a North Manchester man. Photo providgrams of methamphetamine, valed (continued on page 4)

1 arrested, 1 at large after local chase By David Fenker david@nmpaper.com LAKETON — Two North Manchester residents recently led local and state law enforcement on a chase through a Laketon area corn field. One is still at large. Joshua Powers, of North Manchester, evaded officers during a pursuit Monday, Sept. 17, and is still wanted on two warrants for failure to appear charges. Jessica King, of North Manchester, was apprehended during the pursuit by Indiana State Police Trooper Dustin Rutledge. King was wanted on warrants for revocation of probation and level 5 dealing in methamphetamine. According to Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department Chief Deputy Tyler Guenin, the incident began Sept. 17 when a complainant requested to speak to an officer about Powers. While Deputy Scott Campbell spoke with the complainant, Guenin said, he saw Powers approaching in a truck. “Mr. Powers was known to have warrants out for his

arrest,” Guenin said. “So, Deputy Campbell attempted to make a traffic stop on Mr. Powers, and that was when the pursuit was initiated. “It left westbound out of Laketon on County Road 1000 North, and then between CR 325 West and CR 400 West, they went off the road into a bean field.” Campbell pursued the truck through the bean field, stopping when it went into a corn field due to safety concerns, Guenin said. “Eventually the truck was found in the standing corn,” he said, “but we didn’t find it until we were able to walk into the corn on foot.” “They both left the vehicle after entering the corn field and stopping, and King was found approximately a half mile north on 1050 N, crawling through the cornfield.” Despite use of a drone and two police dogs - North Manchester’s K9 Strider and Sgt. Nate Birch, and a state police K9 unit – as well as foot searches of the corn field, Powers escaped capture. Those with information about Powers can call the Sheriff ’s department at 260-563-8891.

Indiana State Police trooper Dustin Rutledge apprehends Jessica King, North Manchester, following a manhunt on Sept. 17. Photo by David Fenker

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WCS board hears bus replacement and capital projects plans By Josh Sigler jsigler@wabashplaindealer.com The Wabash City Schools Board

approved an important pair of measures during the Monday, Sept. 17 meeting at City Hall. Chief Business

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ilarly to what it has in years past, except that it only goes out five years. Two buses need replaced in 2019, one in 2020, three in 2021 and one each in 2022 and 2023. “(The State) still has us list all of our buses, but it doesn’t make us have a plan for anything up to five years,” Stone said. The corporation also requested to purchase an additional activity bus, but after the whole budget season shakes out, it may have to settle for a used activity bus. The motion to approve the bus replacement was accepted unanimously. The board also

heard a report on the 2019 Capital Fund Plan from Stone. “Items in that plan could come from professional services, improvements to buildings and rentals, Stone said. “The only thing different is we have to list anything where we’re going to spend over $10,000.” Those items include the high school roof replacement, carpet replacement, flooring at O.J. Neighbours, and asphalt improvements corporation wide. If the corporation does not wind up getting from the state as much as it anticipates, the high school roof replacement and asphalt replacement

projects will take precedent. The board also Monday: —Approved passing the Teacher Appreciation Grant Policy as requires by Indiana Code. —Approved the extension of Krista Hopkins maternity leave to begin on Sept. 17, 2018 through the end of the first semester of the 2018-19 school year. —Approved Deb Wampler for the extension of Krista Hopkins’ maternity leave beginning Sept. 17, 2018 through the end of the first semester of the 2018-19 school year at the beginning teacher per diem rate.

—Approved the following as tutors/evening building supervisors for the Wabash County Community Learning Center at a rate of $20 per hour, effective Sept. 3, 2018: James Burns, Erin Sapusek and Jen Smith. —Approved additional summer pay for the following building technicians in order to upgrade every computer in the corporation due to changes in Apple’s operating system: Melissa Callahan, 11 additional days, $114.48 per day; Tony Marion, 13 additional days, $114.48 per day; and Chris Beauchamp, 13.5 additional days, $114.48 per day.

Candidate Forum planned By The Paper staff Gary Snyder, Democratic candidate for Indiana State

Senate District 17, will participate in a Candidate Forum with Dee Moore, Democratic candidate for Indiana State

Representative District 18, on Monday, Oct. 8, at Modoc’s Market. The event will be from 5:30-7 p.m.

The public is invited to meet the candidates and participate in a question and answer session with the candidates.

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September 26, 2018

Metro Rage turns 25

About 25 years ago, families from Northfield and Southwood wanted to have competitive soccer for their high s c h o o l students. Neither school had a team, and families like the Coffmans, Kramers and Downeys, were involved in getting Metro Rage started. The club turns 25 this year. “It’s ironic because Sam Coffman’s grandson plays for me this year,” current head coach

JEFF HOBSON Jeff Hobson said. “He did that to get his kids an opportunity to play, and now his grandkids are playing.” Hobson took over the high school program in 2008. He over-

Watch for scams in Florence’s wake By The Paper staff INDIANAPOLIS – In the wake of widespread damage caused by Hurricane Florence, Secretary of State Connie Lawson today cautioned investors to watch out for opportunistic investment or charitable scams. “Natural disasters bring out the best and worst in people. While news stemming from Hurricane Florence has rightfully focused on the tireless efforts of first responders and neighbors helping neighbors, we know from experience that financial predators are lurking like snakes in the water to seek profit from the misfortune of others,” said Secretary of State Connie Lawson. “Unsolicited investment offers seeking to capitalize on the aftermath of Hurricane Florence should be approached with extreme caution.” Lawson reminded investors to watch for red flags of hurricane-related scams, including unsolicited email, social media messages, crowdfunding pitches or telephone calls promoting investment pools or bonds to help storm victims, waterremoval or purification technologies, electricity-generating devices and distressed real estate

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sees the high school and junior high programs, and Solomon Vanderpool oversees the younger age groups. The program is coed, meaning boys and girls play together. One of the biggest challenges Hobson fa ces is scheduling opponents. “We’re playing King’s Academy, a Christian school out of Marion (Tuesday, S e p t . 18),” Hobson said. “We play a lot of the Three Rivers Conference JV teams. We go to Muncie and play a home school team. We play a home school team out of Lafayette. Travel isn’t terrible. We try to control because we have kids doing other sports while they’re playing soccer. I have parents who have other kids playing school sports. But, yeah we travel a little.” At the high school level, Rage is made up of players from Northfield and Southwood, The junior high teams consist of players from Wabash, Northfield

and Southwood. The program receives no funding from the schools in which its players come from. That can make it difficult to run some times. “I’ve become pretty good at figuring out what it costs to do this over the course of a year,” Hobson said. “My players pay about a $200 fee to play on this team. And, I have some families and businesses that have been good to us. I have businesses of former players who give me money every year. Pizza King did a fundraiser this year. So ,we’ve been able generate some revenue to go along with the fee the players pay.” His high school assistant is his sonin-law, Ben Makin, while the junior high coach is his daughter Brittany Makin. “Probably one of my favorite things about Rage soccer is getting to coach with two of my kids,” Hobson said. “My daughter Brittany played for the (former)

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Metro Rage’s Luke Winer looks for room to operate during a recent soccer match. Metro Rage is celebrating its 25 season this year. Photo Provided WaSoNoMa and Rage clubs from fifth grade until graduation.” Hobson wishes his kids had the opportunity to play for a school team in a sectional, and things like that. “I think the coolest thing, I look back and I’ve been doing this for 16 years now,” Hobson said. “Some of the kids I started with are almost 30 years old. It’s cool to see what those kids are doing after high school and

after soccer. We’ve just been blessed to have really quality kids. We have a girl who played four years of high school soccer and she’s in Vet school at Michigan State. I have kids in pharmacy school at Purdue. My son is at Penn State at grad school. To see what these kids are doing after all this — some kids are running their family farms, their own businesses. I just had a roof done by one of my play-

ers.” The future of Rage soccer has a lot to do w i t h consolidation, Hobso n said. “But, we’re going to continue to play until these kids have a school team to play on,” he said. “My dream a couple years ago would be that they would be playing on a high school team. But, we’ll keep doing this until these kids have an opportunity to play for their high school.”

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City considers safety issues on 3 homes By Joseph Slacian jslacian@thepaperofwabash.com

A Wabash home has been condemned, while early stages of the demolition process has been started on a second. Meanwhile, the owner of a third home considered to be unsafe has been granted time to work on repairing the home. All that and more took place when the Wabash Board of Public Works and Safety met on Thursday, Sept. 20. The board, through Building Commission John Stephens, learned that the Wabash County Health Department has condemned the Opal King Home, 362 E. Hill St. Among the issues is that it appar-

ently has lead-based paint on the exterior. Because of the condemnation order, Stephens told the board, the city cannot do anything about demolishing the home for 30 days. “From this point forward it’s in the hands of the Health Department,” Mayor Scott Long told the board. Meanwhile, members of the Mettler family, who have appeared before the board numerous times in recent months because of a home at 131 E. Maple St., told the board they are willing to demolish the home, if they can afford it. The board instructed Stephens to provide the family with a list of contractors who have worked with

the city in the past in razing homes. The family is to report back Oct. 4 as to the status of the search. If they cannot afford to raze the home, the city will step in and demolish the structure. After that, a lien will be placed on the property to recoup the cost of the work in any future sale of the property. Board member Todd Titus reiterated to the family that the

lien would mean any funds they see from any future sale would be decreased by the amount of money it cost to demolish the home. The family members said they understood that. A third home at 604 State St., owned by Chad Vigar, was the subject of a lengthy unsafe building hearing. In the end, the board granted Vigar time to make improvements on the

building, which he said he and his son are in the process of doing. He is to report back to the board on “I’d like to see him be able to fix it up,” Titus said. He then told Vigar, “If you run into problems along the way, talk to John (Stephens). I don want to come back in 60 days to hear nothing has been done because …

“We’re willing to work with you, but you need to make some progress.” In other matters, the board: Approved the purchase of a new vehicle for Fire Chief Barry Stroup from Wabash Valley Chrysler. The firm submitted a bid of $28,728 for a 2019 Dodge Durango at the Sept. 6 board meeting. Dorais Chevrolet GMC Buick also submitted a bid of $36,495

for a 2019 Chevrolet Traverse. Approved special event applications for a Zombie Walk sponsored by the Wabash Carnegie Public Library on Oct. 5; the Wabash County toy Run on Oct. 6; filming scenes for the movie “Whelm” downtown on Oct. 13 along Market Street; and the Wabash Marketplace Inc. Trick or Treat Extravaganza on Oct. 27.

Commissioners agree to lead grant for Lighthouse Mission move By David Fenker david@nmpaper.com For the second time this year, the Wabash County commissioners have agreed to lead a grant application to help Lighthouse Mission of Wabash County relocate its thrift store. C o u n t y Coordinator & Human Resources Director Jim Dils presented the request at the commissioners’ Sept. 24 meeting. “Last Wednesday, I received a call regarding Lighthouse Mission’s efforts to secure a building for

relocation – for them to purchase and remodel,” Dils said. He noted that, on April 30, the commissioners agreed to be lead applicants on a C o m m u n i t y Development Block Grant from the state for the same matter. That grant application, he said, was denied, and Lighthouse Mission

has employed a new grant writer who is trying again. The board voted 3-0 in favor of the request. The commissioners also unanimously voted in favor of an interlocal agreement with the Town of North Manchester regarding upcoming work on County Road 1100 North, and

signed statements of just compensation for parcels of land needed for that project. County Highway Superintendent John Martin noted that his department has completed 80 miles of chip and seal repairs. Sheriff Bob Land gave the weekly jail report, saying that Wabash County Jail had 103 inmates, with

an additional 40 in Miami County, 11 in Elkhart County and one in Department of Corrections safe keep for a total of 155 in all four facilities. The peak population at WCJ last week was 107, with an average of 102 inmates. There were 24 new book-ins, and 84 inmates are awaiting court action.

Wings Etc. plans ribbon cutting By The Paper staff Wings Etc. will have its ribbon cutting at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 28, at its newly opened location in the Wabash Crossing plaza off U.S. 24. The Wabash location opened the doors on Aug. 28, 2018. Hours are MondayThursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to midnight, and Sunday’s 11a.m.-10 p.m. Weekly lunch spe-

cials are available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Owners, Bryan & April Burcroff, who also own the Wings Etc. in Huntington, stated, “We grew up and worked in Wabash most of our lives and after opening the Huntington Store we always planned to open one in Wabash, it just took a little longer than expected. Now that we’re open, we’re excited for

everyone to give us a try and make us the new go-to for all your sport watching needs.” In addition to its regular service, there is a large banquet room that seats up to 30 people that can be reserved for company meetings, birthdays, graduations, or any other special events at no charge. “We are thrilled that Wings Etc. has come to Wabash,” said Keith G i l l e n w a t e r,

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ued at nearly $7,000, according to the release. They also allegedly found marijuana, paraphernalia, items indicative to dealing and an undisclosed amount of cash. Farmer was transported to Wabash County Jail, and the incident is still under investigation.

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Knights of Columbus help local organizations

On Wednesday Sept. 26, the Knights of Columbus will have a bingo fundraiser for the Wabash Blessings in a Backpack organization. The Knights of Columbus began designating the last Wednesday of each month as a fundraiser bingo to support local organizations. Fifty percent of all profits for the night of the Sept. 26 bingo will be donated to the organization. A 100 percent payback, early-bird coverall begins at 6:30 p.m.. There is a kitchen to purchase food. Blessings in a Backpack has a wonderful network of volunteers and supporters that help send a bag of 10 non-perishable food items home for the weekend to our local school children. By the end of the 2017 -2018 school year, they packed 550 bags per week that was distributed to three Wabasharea elementary schools. Those interested in volunteering for this organization, send an email to blessedmeganh@gma il.com. Or if you are interested in donating, send donations to: Blessings in a Backpack - Wabash #1207, PO Box 950291 Louisville, KY 40295. In other news, the Knights of Columbus would like to thank the community for supporting the annual Campaign for People with I n t e l l e c t u a l Disabilities, better known locally as the “Tootsie Roll Drive.” On Sept. 12, checks totaling more than $3,000 from the campaign were presented to Special Olympics, Arc, and Vernon Manor. Since 1978 when the Wabash Knights of Columbus began the annual drive, more than $220,000 has been donated to local organizations helping people with intellectual disabilities. Wabash County Special Olympics will use the funds donated to offset the cost for the annual Special Olympics Indiana State Games held annually at Indiana State University. Special Olympics Indiana provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in more than 20 Olympic-type

On Sept. 12, checks were presented to representatives of multiple organizations. From left to right are: Joe Garrett (Vernon Manor), Ericia Jones (VA Voluntary Service), Lindsay Swihart (ARC), Jen Rankin (Wabash River Defenders), Lizzy Makin (Wabash County Special Olympics), and Andy Forthofer (Wabash the Knights of Columbus). Photo provided sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, reaching nearly 11,000 athletes across Indiana. Through Special Olympics Indiana, athletes gain opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. Special Olympics is a movement that impacts lives for the better. Individuals with a wide range of disability levels participate in Special Olympics. Coaches and volunteers are always needed. If you would like to get involved with Wabash County special Olympics, contact county coordinator Lizzy Makin at lmakinsowc@gmail.c om. You can also visit the Wabash County Special Olympics Facebook page for more information. Numerous athletes descend upon the Wabash High School track each May for the Area 5 games. Thanks to the many local volunteers that help with that event each year. If you would like to volunteer for the 2019 Area games in May, go to the Wabash County Special Olympics Facebook page and leave a message. This past June, over 30 local athletes travelled to Indiana State University in Terre Haute to participate in the Indiana State Games. Also, on September 9th, twenty athletes and coaches travelled to Carmel Middle School to participate in the Eunice

Kennedy Shriver games which are held annually in September. The Wabash contingent participated in the Corn Toss Competition and came home with several Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals. The Special Olympics bowling season just began. Athletes will bowl for several weeks and then compete in Area and State competitions. The basketball season will begin shortly where athletes are members of 3 on 3 or 5 on 5 teams. If you know of someone with an intellectual disability that would like to join other athletes in these types of activities, contact Makin or search for Wabash County Special Olympics on Facebook and post a message on the page. Arc will use the funds donated as a “local match” for some of the larger grants often applied. Arc of Wabash County began in 1954 as the vision of a few parents who wanted something better for their children. Arc’s mission is “to empower and support individuals with disabilities to help them reach their highest level of independence”. Many services and programs help Arc achieve this mission, such as: S h e l t e r e d Work/Pre-Vocational Program – One of Arcs largest programs where individuals receive work related training to help them be successful in the workplace. Individuals receive support and learn appropriate work skills while performing paid jobs subcon-

tracted with businesses and industries in and around Wabash County such as Ford Meter Box, DexterAxle, Martin Yale, and MPI. C o m m u n i t y Support Program – Helps individuals become more active in the community. Arc staff support individuals as they participate in a variety of community activities such as exercising, volunteering at other not-for-profit organizations, and accessing businesses and organizations in and around Wabash County. C o m m u n i t y Employment Services - Designed to assist individuals with obtaining and retaining employment in the community. Individuals are referred to Arc by V o c a t i o n a l Rehabilitation Services. An Arc E m p l o y m e n t Specialist will use assessment information and training tools to help individuals prepare for employment services. Some of the services provided include: assisting individuals to develop a resume, filling out applications, enhancing interview skills, reviewing employment opportunities, and developing contacts with potential employers. Facility-Based Habilitation – Provides individuals the opportunity to participate in social skills training, cooking, exercise, arts and crafts, computer skills, math and reading skills, and other goals as deemed appropriate for the individual. Many other servic-

es such as Respite, P a r t i c i p a n t Assistance & Care (PAC), Wellness Coordination, Transportation, and Recreation/Leisure Programs. ARC at 260563-8411 for any additional information. Vernon Manor Health & Rehabilitation will use the funds donated to support many of their great programs. Vernon Health & Rehabilitation, a notfor-profit organization located in Wabash, Indiana. It provides compassionate care for children and adults with skilled nurses. Visitors are welcome to tour the center and learn more about services, events, and care philosophy. Volunteers play an important role at Vernon Health & Rehabilitation. They offer unique opportunities for services in a wide variety of areas. Some volunteer opportunities include working with residents, doing landscaping and lawn work, or bringing a pet to visit with residents for Pet Therapy. Volunteers are also needed to help with the Creative Arts Program and Outings. For more information about Vernon Manor Health & Rehabilitation, please call (260) 563-

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Knights of Columbus help local organizations ...continued from page 5 on July 28th which the Knights of Columbus fixed for the volunteers that day. These riverminded volunteers have removed over 126 tons of debris, including almost 5,000 tires from the river. In addition to tires, volunteers have pulled televisions, computers, bicycles, guns, household furniture, an automobile, farm equipment, and even the front of a school bus from our local

river. Seventy-five percent of the total weight of this debris has been recycled through a relationship with the Wabash County Solid Waste District and various other partners. Leaders from an Indiana river commission call the annual event â&#x20AC;&#x153;the largest volunteer river cleanup in Indiana.â&#x20AC;? On Aug. 29, a Bingo Fundraiser was held to support the V e t e r a n â&#x20AC;&#x2122; s

Administration Health System of Northern Indiana Voluntary Service. Funds raised on this night went to support the Warrior to Soul Mate program. The primary purpose of the Warrior to Soul Mate Program is to strengthen a Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relationship with their significant others through the teaching of communication skills. Each retreat serves 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 couples and costs

the Wabash Knights of Columbus will be holding their annual Soccer Challenge at the Martin Yale Soccer Complex â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Field of Dreams (East Goal). The competition is open to all boys and girls ages 9 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 14 as of Sept. 1. Local winners in each age group will be eligible to participate in regional/state competition. For more information contact Andy Forthofer at 330-0170 o r

andy.forthofer@gmail .com. On Oct. 24, the Knights of Columbus will have another Bingo Fundraiser to support Briannaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hope. Briannaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hope has been blessed with the opportunity to assist more than 400 people with finding and receiving detox and/or rehabilitation services that they otherwise would not have been able to afford. Go to www.ablbh.org to see how this organ-

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patriotic ornament for the Department Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s membership theme of an AllAmerican Christmas tree. A total of $9 was collected for the Auxiliary Emergency Fund, and $25 was donated to Wabash County Cancer Society in memory of Betty Gaerte. Chaplain Shirley Price reported sending eight cards during the past month to members and reported on member Nancy Bradford, who was injured in a recent auto accident. Education chairman Thelma Butler announced Education Week Sept. 10-14 and a project was planned for MIS staff and others. Department convention delegate Miriam Linkenhoker present-

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unit most consistent Americanism program and a department presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s award of excellence for district public relations press book; Stephanie Rohrer, monetary award for best unit (under 200 membership) press book; Shirley Price, monetary award for unit best book of prayers; Mary Rohrer, department chair personal award for best legislative report; and president Miriam Linkenhoker received a certificate for achieving a unit merit superior rating. It was voted to change the unitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting time from 7 p.m. to 6 p.m. beginning with the Oct. 2 meeting. The Auxiliary continues to host dinners at Bluebird CafĂŠ on the second Friday of each month, offering fish, shrimp, combo, beef and noodles and meat loaf with choice of potato, vegetable, salad and drink for $8. Dinner is served from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., and carry-outs are available. Home-made pie is also available.

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VIEWPOINT Proper planning is vital thing Dear Editor, A portion of my letter is a rebuttal to Bill Konyha’s letter in Sept. 12 edition of The Paper of Wabash County. There are many within Wabash and Wabash County who do engage in giving back to the community in a multitude of ways whether it’s volunteering or giving anonymously to local projects; however, most feel advertising their gift or effort is self-serving. It gives everyone great satisfaction within and keeps the wind in the sails. They never stand back and compare their contribution to others. You have placed yourself in

a public position where you must tolerate the criticism. Fortunately, Wabash, Indiana, is not a Utopian Society. We all know how that ends. I think we can all agree that Wabash, Indiana is a safe place to live and on the right track to entice

future companies and new families, which takes me to my next point. Proper planning is vital and I find myself repeating this quite frequently. As a resident of the community, I would like to see the Wabash County Comprehensive Plan. The last one I have reviewed recently was from 2012, online and the maps were illegible. Is there a current plan? Are there maps that outline the current planning vision where local

Evil behavior must be called out Dear Editor: As a pastor in this community and as current President of the Wabash Area Ministerial Association, I feel compelled to speak out concerning the recent clergy sex abuse scandals in both Catholic and Protestant circles. The words of Bishop Robert Morlino (Madison Wisconsin Diocese) are most fitting. “There is nothing about these stories that is okay. These actions, committed by more than a few, can only be classified as evil, evil that cries out for justice and sin that must be cast out from our church. Faced with stories of the depravity of sinners within the church, I have been tempted to despair. And why? The reality of sin – even sin in the church – is nothing new. We are a church made of sinners, but we are sinners called to sanctity. So, what is new? What is new is the seeming acceptance of sin by some in the church, and the apparent efforts to cover over sin by them and others. Unless and until we take seriously our call to sanctity, we, as an institution and as individuals, will continue to suffer the wages of sin. For too long we have diminished the reality of sin – we have refused to call a sin a sin – and we have excused sin in the name of a mistaken notion of mercy. In our efforts to be open to the world we have become all too willing to abandon the Way, the Truth, and the Life. In order to avoid causing offense we offer to ourselves and to others niceties and human consolation. Why do we do this? Is it out of an earnest desire to display a misguided sense of being “pastoral?” Have we covered over the truth out of fear? Are we afraid of being disliked by people in this world? Or are we afraid of being called hypocrites because we are not striving tirelessly for holiness in our own lives? Perhaps these are the reasons, but perhaps it is more or less complex than this. In the end, the excuses do not matter. We must be

done with sin. It must be rooted out and again considered unacceptable. Love sinners? Yes. Accept true repentance? Yes. But do not say sin is okay. And do not pretend that grave violations of office and of trust come without grave, lasting consequences.” In March of 2016, our organization, Wabash Area Ministerial Association, adopted a common ground belief statement (posted on our Facebook page) that was not popular with some but sought to call out the wholesale acceptance of sexual relationships outside the covenant of one-man/onewoman marriage. For this we have been the target of much hateful rhetoric, even from some pastors. It has never been easy to love all people . . . but not accept all lifestyle choices. Evil behaviors, whether they be “legal” at any given moment in history or in any given society, must be called out as destructive to the common good and repulsive to God. It has never been easy to boldly call out evil and sin. John the Baptist paid for such a bold witness with his very life. The temptation to “look the other way” and keep quiet for the sake of momentary peace is very real. Wabash has many good, faithful pastors. All of us grieve the tragic events within “clergy” circles, which have come to light in national media. God calls us to holiness as a way of life, yet ever mindful that we are not exempt from temptation and sin. God’s Holy Word, the Bible, is our plumb-line for good and evil. Two thousand years of history reveal some of the greatest examples of courage, humility, integrity and sacrifice within the family of Christ’s followers. May Wabash County be home to many strong and faithful congregations which give sound testimony to true Godliness and credible witness to the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. — Tom Curry, Living Faith Church

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with a tour of the Alaskan wilderness and hear about Beth’s adventures. The program is on Monday, Oct. 1. A main dish of bean soup will be provided. Attendees should plan to bring a side dish to share, a beverage and their own table service. A $1 donation to help defray costs of the provided main dish will be accepted. To register or for more information call the

Upper Wabash Interpretive services at 260-468-2127. Study animal sign and learn the art of trapping at Salamonie Lake Oct. 13—14. Indiana Conservation Officers will host a Trapper’s Education Course at the S a l a m o n i e Interpretive Center. The program will focus on trappers of all ages, though youth trappers are encouraged to attend. At 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13, participants will learn about conservation, trapping issues, ethics, and r e g u l a t i o n s .

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Reservoirs plan various activities accompany instructors to check traps. Furbearers caught will be used in skinning and fleshing demonstrations. The program will end approximately 4:30 p.m. each day. Trappers will not need a trapping license to attend this program. Trappers must attend both daysessions of the course and complete a brief exam to receive the DNR Trapper Education Certification. Free camping on Friday and Saturday is available for all course attendees at the Lost Bridge West Youth Campground, within walking distance of the Interpretive Center. Lunch will be provided each day. There are no costs to participate, and entrance fees will be waived for all participants. Trappers are encouraged to dress for the weather. Waterproof knee boots or waders are recommended. Registration is required and ends Oct. 10. For more information or to register, contact the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-468-2127. S a l a m o n i e Interpretive and Nature Center is the headquarters for Upper Wabash I n t e r p r e t ive Services, which serves Mississinewa Lake, Salamonie Lake, J. Edward Roush Fish and Wildlife Area, and Quabache State Park. S a l a m o n i e Interpretive and Nature Center summer hours are: April 1 through Oct. 31; open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Their winter hours are: Nov. 1

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through March 31; open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily except for Tuesdays. The S a l a m o n i e Interpretive and Nature Center phone number is 260-4682127. Some of the activities at the S a l a m o n i e Interpretive and Nature Center are: wildlife viewing area, interactive reservoir exhibits, natural and cultural history displays, a children’s room, the Salamonie Raptor Center featuring live birds of prey. LAGRO TOWN HALL phone Number is 260-7822451. For emergency assistance please call Scott at 260-571-3271. THE LAGRO F O U N DAT I O N needs your vote to win $1,000 in the Beacon Project Spotlight. Funds will be used to renovate historical buildings in Lagro. Anyone with an email address can vote daily online through Sept. 30 by: go to beaconcu.org, click— Beacon Project Spotlight “Vote Now”, click—Wabash County (City of Wabash), click “Vote Now”, click—“Lagro Canal Foundation”, scroll to bottom of page, enter email address, click— “vote”, receive “vote confirmation”. S A I N T P A T R I C K ’ S CHURCH usually conducts Mass every first Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. All are invited to attend services. The historic St. Patrick’s Church is located at 950 Main Street, Lagro. THE LAGRO COMMUNITY CHURCH welcomes

the public to join them on Sundays for the 10 a.m. worship service. All are welcome to attend the service and stay for the fellowship and refreshments afterwards. THE WEEKLY ISAAC-ISM: “We all have routines that we utilize in life. Routines make us feel relaxed and comfortable, and can prepare us to perform a task. For instance, one of my daily routines as soon as I roll out of bed is to get the coffee made. I have a specific routine in making it. I know my day has started once I have completed that routine. In the sport of tennis, routines allow players an easier way to transfer skill to match play and help them maintain a resilient, confident and competitive mind-set. For example, after a point ends I turn my back to the net and walk to the fence and touch it. It does not seem like much, but I am taking time to let go of the last point and putting all my focus on the current one. Routines work because a consistent set of behaviors and thoughts orchestrated the same way each time condition the mind to produce a task. So, take notice of your routines, you probably have more than you might think.” EVERYONE DO ME THAT SPECIAL FAVOR and have a safe enjoyable week! PLEASE EMAIL YOUR NEWS AND I N F O R M AT I O N T O : Isaac.Triplett@yahoo .com, or call me at 260-274-2261.

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LaFontaine to flush hydrants Sept. 24 to 28

A group of veterans gather for coffee and snacks on Sept. 14. Photo provided snack. Thank you to Susie Goodpasture for the coffee cake. The veteran’s really enjoyed it. Thank you to their guest speaker Megan Henderson on “Blessings in a Backpack”. There were 15 veterans and one guest in attendance. LAFONTAINE second town cleanup of the year will take place on October 4, 5, and 6th. The dumpsters will be placed out at the wastewater plant west of town. The following items will not be accepted at the town cleanup: appliances containing Freon, tires, antifreeze, oil, paint of any kind, hazardous materials. Also Note: Acceptable refuse for the Brush Pile: Tree limbs, brush, Yard clippings, leaves, nail free, untreated lumber. Absolutely no trash, shingles, furniture or metal. There is a stone pile available for rock and concrete disposal. This is a privilege to town residents only. Abuse of this privilege can and will cause the brush and stone piles to be

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Attention residents of the Town of Lafontaine: Fire Hydrant flushing will occur Sept. 24 to 28. SOUTHWOOD E L E M E N TA RY Congratulations to our Knight Note winners for the week of September 10-14: Addie Mae M. (Kdg.), from Mrs. C. Andrews, for helping clean up a mess. Logan S. (5th grade), from Mrs. Unger, for great leadership in the classroom. Thank you for practicing the Knight Way by being Re s p o n s i b l e, Respectful, and Safe! L A F O N TA I N E LIONS will hold a breakfast for the community on Saturday, Sept. 29, from 7-10 a.m. Lions will be serving sausage, scramble eggs, sausage gravy, biscuits, pancakes on request, orange juice, apple juice, coffee. This is a free will donation with the proceeds going to the upkeep and maintenance of the L a F o n t a i n e Community Building. Please come and enjoy breakfast and followership with Lions and the community. Lions Thank You for your support. LUNCH BUNCH from LaFontaine Christian Church met for lunch on Tues. Sept. 18 for lunch at Boat House in Warsaw. Thank you Dustin Hurst for driving the bus and great followership was had by 9 people attending. Next month on Tues. Oct.16 they plan on going to the Gaither’s Restaurant in Alexandria. VETERANS met on Friday Sept. 14 for their coffee and

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HAPPY BLATED BIRTHDAY Chris Benson Sept. 16 H A P P Y BIRTHDAY Donna Nose Sept. 28, Tristen Worster, Rosemary Barnes Sept. 30, Rowynn Andrews, Erik Little Oct. 1, Shelly Hogge, Tucker Worster, Oct. 2, Phyllis Ulshafer Oct. 3, Neva Boyd, Carolyn Blake, Mary Gusiewhite, Chance Enyeart, Kelley Saril Oct.4, Ralph Dawes Teresa Bunnell Oct. 5, Tiffany Snyder Oct. 6, Dan Allen, Aubrey Miller, Angie Witt Oct. 8, Janet Miller, Brett Farve, Diane Wente, Nathan Suddarth, Jan Bachman Oct. 10, Carolyn Farmer, Emma Eviston Oct.11 H A P P Y A N N I V E R S A RY

Gerald and Janet Miller Sept. 27, Bob and Carolyn Royce Oct. 5, Frank and Tammie Ellet, Oct. 10, Ralph & Rosemary Heiser Oct. 9 WORDS OF WISDOM “We the American people are not each other’s enemies. The enemies are those people behind the curtain jerking everybody’s chains and trying to divide us up by age, by race, by income.” Ben Carson SEND YOUR NEWS & pictures to me by Thursday to etheleib@gmail.com or 2258 E 1050 S LaFontaine, IN, 46940. These can be any club

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Many helped Passing MCS project is important with Art Fest Dear Editor: Manchester Main Street celebrated the arts and “being local” Sept. 8 in the downtown Eel River Gardens & The Fire House. The rain did not dampen our spirits. We featured live music all day, local artists, BBQ sandwiches, kid’s crafts & face painting. Special thanks goes out to the Promotion & Art Committee of MMS who volunteered their time to make this event happen; Susan Manwaring, Annie Clark, Michele Graham, Caroline Fenker, David Fenker, Jena Oke, Michelle Calka, Annie Schilling & Judith Brown. Thank you to our musicians: Linda Kummernuss & her Suzuki violin students, Dale Carpenter, Greg & Annie Clark, Brian Kruschwitz and members of the Manchester Symphony Orchestra, Fog Delay, Mark Bryant & Dave Hicks. Thank you to our Artists: Vicki Carpenter, Jill Bontrager, Katy Gray, Manchester University Art Department, Town Life Center & NM Public Library, Susan Ring, Ashley Sanson, Elise Harter, Rick Reiff, Lynne Blake, Britta Glass, Molly Grimm, Jay Lewis, Kim & Don Markham, Mary Ellen Nevenschwander, Anne Powers, Kenton Yoder, Pam Higgins & Julie Garber, & Sonshine Greenhouse. Special Thank You to our event vendors, volunteers & sponsors; The Main View, The Fire House, JP Freeman, Zion Lutheran Church, BIT Computers, Batteries Plus Bulbs, Grand’s Ice Cream, The Olive Branch Church volunteers, North Manchester Jr.-Sr. High JAG volunteers, The North Manchester Center for History, Manchester University CSO & art student volunteers, Susan Mattern, Mike “Hap” Hapner, Stan Ogan, Kandie Quick, Lynn & David Amen. Save the date for the 7th Annual Eel River Arts Festival which will be moved to be in conjunction with the North Manchester Harvest Festival on Oct. 5, 2019. – Susan Mattern, executive director, North Manchester Chamber of Commerce

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Dear Editor, When someone tries to point out what has or has not been done correctly and tries to get things improved it is “constructive criticism.” I have written nothing but the truth about anything I have put in letters to the editor. “If you can’t take the heat, stay out of the kitchen.” I am sure you have noticed the more important someone thinks they are, the bigger their head gets and the more they seem to think everyone is ignorant. It is hard to tell a person anything when they think they know everything. If you have ever worked in a factory and you ran scrap your supervisor would, without a doubt, tell you. The mayor works for the taxpayer. The taxpayers may not understand the complexities of upper management but we are not stupid. It is the taxpayer’s responsibility to let the mayor know what kind of job he is doing. If it is not right they will let him know the next election. Have you ever wished you could do something over, something you did the day before? Today is tomorrow’s yesterday. Do it right today! “Temperate, sincere and intelligent inquiry and discussion are only to be dreaded by the advocates of error. The truth need not fear them. (James Rush, writer) - Red Hapner, Wabash

Dear Editor: It is hard to go through the day and not see or hear about the importance of technology in our world. In the employment sector, research advises that the number of STEM jobs will soar, and insists we encourage our young people to pursue degrees in mathematics, science and engineering. This is true and encouraging for those who have an interest and drive to become engineers, but local findings suggest the real revolution in opportunities for our young people (and supported by many area orthopedic companies) is the increased number of advanced manufacturing positions available. Last school year, there were reportedly 300 openings in advanced manufacturing in Warsaw alone. Companies in the immediate vicinity of Warsaw indicate that they are looking to the surrounding communities to move parts of their operations to help supply the work-

force in this growing field. These positions are primary CNC operators, polishers, and the maintenance of these high tech machines. These positions require training that is significantly less expensive and time consuming than what results from a traditional four year college degree. Employers are looking for candidates who come to work regularly, and are on time and who will take pride in their work. Technical training is provided through local high school career-centers like Heartland in Wabash or IVY tech. To this end, the renovation of the advanced manufacturing lab at Manchester JuniorSenior High School would provide a critical link that is required to make up the difference in the large numbers of technically trained candidates for this growing job market and provide our students with a leg up on other schools. This resonates with many parents and

students who want to continue their pursuit of a four year college degree but also want alternative options as career paths evolve with inevitable life changes. Many of our students are not able to sacrifice half their day to travel to Heartland yet stay on the four year college track. It is through this route which many small towns and communities in our part of the state can be preserved. Orthopedic companies are numerous in our area and are looking for communities near Warsaw that can provide a trained workforce. This work is not in the traditional environment that we associate with manufacturing 20-30 years ago. These positions are high paying with great benefits and are in operating room clean conditions. Advanced manufacturing occu-

pations do not require four year college degrees or the $100,000 worth of debt that come with them. During strategic planning our research team engaged in dialogue with companies like PreMed Tee (the extension of Precision Medical that just came to North Manchester) and IMO owner by Todd Speicher a native of North Manchester. Their company officials are excited and looking forward to providing internships and a partnership locally. The immediate Warsaw area is tapped out of qualified laborers. There is no time like the present to make the fundamental shift to what our area companies are calling for while other schools continue to interpret the need for STEM based workforce as a need for engineers rather than the more abundant absence of trained machine operators, polishers and high tech maintenance personnel

Chair Affair officials are thankful Dear Editor: What an amazing day we had on Aug. 19. The City of Wabash and surrounding towns and their residents were out in full force for the 2018 Chair Affair. From the first entry being dropped off until the auctioneer said “sold” for the final time, we stood in amazement at the generosity of so many. The crowds continued to vote until we said we had to get the rest of the votes counted. We were all there for the same reason, to support two worthy charities, 85 HOPE and Teens Against Dating Abuse. A total of $1,640 was raised in the auction and split between the two charities. First and foremost, we want to thank Guenin Law for sponsoring the 2018 Chair Affair. Thank you to

Brian Howenstine and Wabash Hardware for providing the awning. Thank you to Tony Stout and his wife, Chris, for giving up their Saturday afternoon to auction the chairs. Special thanks to Curt Correll, Mark Guenin, and Jody Burkholder for helping wherever and whenever needed. Thank you to Wabash County Festival Queen Alex Peterson and her court for helping all day. And a big thanks to ISFA Queen, Alyson Gouveia for being part of our day. Thank you to everyone, businesses and individuals who created some of the most amazing entries that we have ever had. Thank you to the teachers that encouraged their students to be creative and to become involved in the community. These

children are the future of events like this. A huge thank you to all the people that came to bid and buy these chairs. To see companies and individuals put so much effort into creating an awesome chair awesome chair and then buy it back leaves us speechless. Congratulations to our winners. First place in the business category went to 85 HOPE, with Special Olympics taking second place honors. In the individual category, first place went to Amy Howenstine and Lilly Hobbs was the voters’ choice for second place. Local Festival Queen Alex Peterson chose the entry by Big R for her award. Indiana State Festivals Queen Alyson Gouveia gave her award to Robert Mattern Dental. Thank you to our donors, Harvey

Hinklemeyers, Pizza King, Pizza Hut, Kelly’s Ice Cream, Arby’s, Culver’s, Riverfront Sweets and Eats and Interurban Ice Cream, Fade Salon, Behind the Purple Door and WKUZ Radio for providing prizes. We were excited to award almost $400 in prizes. Thank you to Wabash Garden Fest for allowing us to join them as we recycle and upcycle, chairs, benches and stools. Just to be able to be a part of Chair Affair for 12 years is an honor. It is our hope that those first timers will feel the same way and want to join us again next year. And to those that caught the bug years ago, keep those chairs coming. — Chris Benson, Sara Correll and Diane Guenin, Chair Affair Committee members

that our program will provide. PMT and IMO are just a few of the companies that experience an inordinate amount of turn-over due to the shuffling around when experience advanced manufacturing employees leave for the more lucrative positions at bigger companies like Zimmer-Biomet, Paragon and DePuy, just to name a few. Make no mistake we will continue to encourage and support college-ready students as well as future engineers, but our proposed A d v a n c e d Manufacturing program provides something for all of our graduates. It is my hope that our community can support the refurbishment and renovation of the high school advanced manufacturing lab by voting "YES" in November on the Manchester Community Schools building project. -Dr. Jon Lippe, P r i n c i p a l , Manchester Jr.-Sr. High School

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Dear Editor: My sister and I were visiting in Wabash the weekend of Sept. 15. What a happy surprise that we were in town the weekend of the Founders’ Day celebration! We were excited to attend the parade and thoroughly enjoyed it. The parade started on time and ran extremely smoothly no lags or gaps; it just flowed. Everyone in the parade and watching it were smiling and seemed to be having such a good time. We certainly did and we congratulate the organizers of the parade for doing such a great job. We understand that this was the first year for the Founders’ Day parade, and hope there will be many more to come. — Frances Childress, Huntington, W.Va., and Alice Clatos, Wayne, W.Va.

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ANGOLA — A North Manchester resident is among the cast of the Trine University Drama Club’s upcoming production of “The Undeniable Sound of Right Now.” Beatrice Snavely of North Manchester will portray Bette in the production, slated for 7 p.m. Nov. 8-10 in Wells Theater inside Taylor Hall on the

Trine University campus. Performances are free, with tickets available on a firstcome, first-served basis. Snavely is a freshman psychology major. Written by Laura Eason, “The Undeniable Sound of Right Now” debuted in April 2015 at the of f-Broadway R a t t l e s t i c k Playwrights Theater in New York City, where it was hailed by

the New York Times as “an affectionate but unsentimental portrait” of changing times and family stress. D.C. Metro Theater Arts said the play has “a heart that beats like a drum kit, and it packs a wallop like a subwoofer.” Set in 1992, the play focuses on Hank, longtime owner of a legendary Chicago bar that has launched the careers of many rock and alternative bands, as he struggles

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against the rise of DJs and house music. Caught in a seismic shift of pop culture and economic forces, Hank’s resistance to change is complicated by strains in his relationship with his daughter Lena, as both try to determine the best path to survival in an evolving music industry. “The Undeniable Sound of Right Now” includes adult situations and language.

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Southwood Elementary students conduct contest: The 2018 Southwood Elementary School Egg Drop Contest is in the books. Students had 24 of the 63 egg protects survive all four rounds including the final drop of 60 feet. School officials thank to Duke Energy of Wabash for supplying the truck for the final drop. Photos provided

Miller named JA area manager By The Paper staff Beth Miller is the new area manager for Junior Achievement serving Fulton and Miami Counties along with Greater Wabash and North Manchester. Serving as area manager, Miller will guide fundraising efforts together with the local Board of Directors, as well as all of the program activities in area

schools. Miller has been with Junior Achievement since the end of April and so far has overseen the Fulton and Miami Golf Classics as well as the North Manchester 5K. Next up on her plate is the Miami County Car show coming up on Sept. 16. Miller graduated from Tippecanoe Valley Schools in 2002 and from Ancilla

College with an Associate’s Degree in Applied Sciences. Shecomes to JA from the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce where she was the executive assistant. She said she is excited about working for Junior Achievement because she gets to combine her love of working with children and working within

BETH MILLER the small communities to teach these children.

Class has 45th reunion: The Southwood High School Class of 1973 met for its 45th reunion on Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Bozarth Recreational Resort, Lagro. A meal was served and the entertainment included a trivia game from their years spent in school. The class remembered 21 deceased classmates with a memorial in their honor. Members of the class attending were: (front, from left) Steve Moore, Paula (Lawson) Moore, Nick Peffley, Dave Heath, Dave Stanley; Debbie (Shoemaker) Sweet (second row, from left), Teresa (Scoby) Shultz, Susan, (Snyder) Sailors, Chris (Williams) McLain, Karen (Thomas) Long, Debbie (Beverly) Henderson, Gary Henderson, Bert Powell, Dave Shenefield, Kelby Heagy; Jaimie Singleton (third row, from left), Jackie (Bassett) Hurst, Beverly (Rapp) Howard, Cheryl (McNeely) Niccum, Peggy (Story) Forrester, Robbin (Sartain) Green, Susan (Curless) Dawes, Dohn Wiley, Dan Bowman, Jeff Hail; Bob Pilgrim (back row, from left), Steve Taylor, Dennis Cochran, Joe Friermood, Ted Reed. Photo provided

Sarah Reifeis, Indianapolis, and Nicholas Striker, Carmel, announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Miss Reifeis is the daughter of Cynthia and Charles Reifeis, Indianapolis. She is a graduate of Lutheran High School and received a Bachelor of

Science in mathematics from Indiana University. She is currently at the University of North Carolina pursuing a doctorate degree in biostatistics. Striker is the son of Marti and Leroy Striker, Wabash. A Southwood High School graduate, he graduated from V i n c e n n e s

University with an associate’s degree in conservation law and from Ball State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice. He is employed by the Carmel Police Department. The couple plans a June 21, 2019, wedding in Waynesville, N.C.

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chester.az1.qualtrics.co m/jfe/form/SV_3LfK6 mKKgsCNrNj. For more information, contact Julie Cogley-Pifko, assistant director of admissions and enrollment management for Pharmacy Programs at 260-470-2678 or jacogley-pifko@manchester.edu. The Red Cross will also conduct a blood drive at the MU Fort Wayne campus from 1-6 p.m. that day. Health Professions Night is in conjunction with Health

Professions Week, a free online event Nov. 5-9 at https://explorehealthcareers.org/hpw /. LAKETON AUXILIARY BREAKFAST: The Laketon American Legion Post #402, located at 10140 Troyer Road (Laketon), now serving breakfast every Monday 7 to 11 a.m. Public is welcome! FELLOWSHIP MEAL hosted by the Fellowship of Churches is held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at the Zion Lutheran Church from 4:30-6 p.m. The church is located at 113 W. Main Street. AREA FIVE AGENCY NUTRITION PROGRAM Provides lunch to seniors 60 and over at the Warvel Park Scout Hall Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. Meals are a balanced meal. Lunch is on a

donation basis. Must call between 9 am. – 1 p.m. the day before to reserve lunch for the next day. Euchre is played every Wednesday. To reserve

lunch call 260-982-9940. PARTING SHOTS: “I would rather sit on a pumpkin, and have it all to myself, than be crowded on a velvet cushion.” - Henry

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The annual Harvest Fest presented by the North Manchester Chamber of Commerce will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The event will feature entertainment by Murphy Wrecks and Dakota Parker as well as the annual Chairs of Hope Auction. Pumpkins, apple dumplings, hayrides and the FFA Petting Zoo will be a part of the day with much more scheduled. Check out the Chamber web page for a schedule and more d e t a i l s : http://www.northmanchesterchamber.com/ CHOIR LOOKING FOR VOICES: Do you like to sing? Would you like to be in a choir? Do you read music? If you can answer yes to two or more of the question, then come and join “God’s All Community Choir” for the Christmas 2018 practice and concerts. Practice began on Thursday, Sept. 13, at 7 p.m. at South Pleasant UMC located on Highway 15 and County Road 1400 north. The choir will sing the cantata “Good News From Home.” For more information, call Kent Harting at 260578-6511 MOOSE BREAKFAST BENEFITS MJSHS CHEERLEADERS: Come in and help support Manchester cheerleaders on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 7:30 – 10 a.m. Cost is $9 for the buffet breakfast. Children 8 under are $5. Buffet includes pancakes, eggs, fried potatoes, biscuits & gravy, sausage, toast, coffee, milk or orange juice. All proceeds go to help out the cheerleaders. This is a great way to help out our local high school sports team. Moose Family Center is located at 207 E. Main Street. HEALTH PROFESSIONS NIGHT: High school, college students and graduates interested in learning about the health professions are invited to attend Health Professions Night, a partnership of Manchester University, Trine University and the University of Saint Francis. It is 5-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 5 at the Manchester University Fort Wayne campus, 10627 Diebold Road. It is free for students and their guests. Please register no later than Oct. 29 at https://man-

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children – grades K through three – interested in and excited about higher education by putting them on college campuses, interacting with college students, professors and staff. “For many, the experience will mark their first visit to a college campus,” MU Senior Director of

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Wabash library to celebrate ‘Frankenstein’ By The Paper staff In association with the Round Table book club, Wabash Carnegie Public Library will be celebrating Mary Shelley’s gothic classic, “Frankenstein,” throughout the month of October with programs and events for all ages. Book parties, guest lecturers, and other new events will highlight the themes and spirit of this legendary, thought-provoking novel. Festivities will begin on Friday, Oct. 5 with an all-ages, Frankenstein-themed

Zombie Walk through downtown. Zombie makeup will be available at the library with prizes for the best costumes being awarded after the walk. The Round Table will also serve refreshments for participants after the event. Readers Theater, a Franny K. Stein book party for elementary-aged kids, and craft nights for teens and adults will follow throughout the month. WCPL will also welcome Dr. Dean Gifford for a program exploring the history of postmortem science on

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October 24, while Dr. Brad Spaulding will help us explore our cultural views on human reason, imagination, and progress at the Honeywell House on October 30. “I’m so excited to celebrate Frankenstein with Wabash this October,” said Laura

Beutler, organizer of teen events at the library and co-organizer of the October schedule. “Mary Shelley invented the science fiction genre with this book and it’s wonderful to introduce – or re-introduce – this great novel to our community.”

Shelley, some say with the help of her husband, Percy, wrote “Frankenstein” in 1818, making this the 200th anniversary of the novel. You do not need a library card to attend any of these events. They are absolutely free, but registration is

required. A full list of events and details are available at the library or on the WCPL website. Register for any or all events at the library, by phone (260563-2972), or via the library’s event calend a r (www.wabash.lib.in.u s/eventscalendar).

Wabash Carnegie Public Library is open Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and FridaySaturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., providing free educational, cultural, informational, and recreational services to the Wabash community. The library is located at 188 West Hill Street.

‘The Hit Men’ to perform at Honeywell By The Paper staff “The Hit Men: Legendary Rock Supergroup” will be at the Honeywell Center’s Ford Theater on Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. The concert is part of the Wabash Valley Music Association Series and is presented by Parkview Wabash Hospital and 105.9 The Bash. Tickets are $25, $35 and $45. Concert-goers will take a star-studded journey back through rock ‘n’ roll history

with legendary performers who sang and played with some of the greatest artists of all time. This multimedia production will feature Billboard-topping songs performed by the actual musicians and singers you heard on original recordings from Elton John, Journey, Frankie Valli, Paul McCartney and more. You’ll also hear

behind-the-scenes stories from life on the road and in the studio as you relive the greatest years of rock ‘n’ roll history! These artists were among the most influential pop music artists of the second half of the 20th century, and all share a common denominator: at some point during their careers, each had at least one of

The Hit Men playing behind them on the road or in the studio. The Hit Men – a supergroup consisting of Lee Shapiro, Jimmy Ryan, Jeff Ganz, Russ Velazquez and Steve Murphy – either played, sang or performed on stage with one or more of these artists, creating or recreating live, some of the most memorable hits of the

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era, including “Who Loves You,” “Oh What a Night,” “You’re So Vain,” “The Locomotion,” “Mony Mony,” “Joy to the World,” and many more, on which they used their musical alchemy to spin songs into gold and platinum. Tickets may be purchased online at www.honeywellcenter.org or by calling the Honeywell Foundation Box Office at 260-563-1102.

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Rimes to perform at Honeywell Center By The Paper staff LeAnn Rimes, internationally multiplatinumselling acclaimed singer and ASCAP award-winning songwriter will perform at the Honeywell Center on Friday, Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. The concert is sponsored by Your Country 99.3 WCJC and First Merchants Bank. Tickets are $35, $45 and $75. Rimes became a country sensation at the age of 13 with the release of the album

“Blue,” which topped Billboard’s country albums chart for more than three months. Her hit song “How Do I Live” ranks No.4 on Billboard’s Greatest 100 Songs of All Time. Her latest album, “Remnants,” has produced dance hits “Long Live Love,” “LovE is LovE is LovE,” and “Love Line.” Globally, Rimes has sold more than 44 million units, won two Grammy Awards; 12 Billboard Music Awards; two World Music Awards; three

Academy of Country Music Awards; one Country Music Association Award and one Dove Award. At 14, Rimes won “Best New Artist” making her the youngest recipient of a Grammy Award. The show opener that evening will feature vocal artist Brett Wiscons. Wiscons was born in Chicago and raised in Plymouth on a unique mixture of music ranging from vocal powerhouses Sade and Edwin McCain to rock bands Pearl Jam, the Eagles, and Hootie & the

Blowfish. Within these influences, listeners will find his musical marriage – jangly pop, a dash of soul, and moody acoustics – creates a sound all his own. Wiscons has shared a bill with Darius Rucker, Zac Brown Band, and Katy Perry among others, and averages nearly 220 performances each year. Tickets may be purchased online at www.honeywellcenter.org or by calling the Honeywell Foundation Box Office at 260-5631102.

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Salamonie to host trapping education course From the DNR Study animal sign and learn the art of trapping at Salamonie Lake, Oct. 13-14. I n d i a n a Conservation Officers will host a Trapper’s Education Course at the Salamonie Interpretive Center. The program will focus on trappers of all ages, though youth trappers are encouraged to attend.

At 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13, participants will learn about conservation, trapping issues, ethics, and regulations. Trappers will get to set traps for furbearers under the instructors’ supervision. Traps will be left overnight and checked the next day. At 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14, trappers will accompany instructors to check traps.

Furbearers caught will be used in skinning and fleshing demonstrations. The program will end by approximately 4:30 p.m. each day. Trappers will not need a trapping license to attend this program. Trappers must attend both day-sessions of the course and complete a brief exam to receive the DNR Trapper

E d u c a t i o n Certification. Free camping on Friday and Saturday is available for all course attendees at the Lost Bridge West Youth Campground, within walking distance of the Interpretive Center. Lunch will be provided both days. There are no costs to participate, and entrance fees will be waived for all participants.

Deadline set for art workshop registration By The Paper staff

Oct. 5 is the registration deadline for the pen & ink workshop, “Trees & Texture” instructed by award winning pen & ink artist, Brenda Ramseier. Hosted by the Wabash Art Guild, the event will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, at The Art Giraffe Studio/Gallery, located one mile south of Disco on the Wabash/Miami Co. Line Road. GPS address: 11063N 800W, Silver Lake, 46982. Ramseier, an art teacher retired from the Maconaquah School Corporation, continues her passion for teaching by offering diverse art classes in her home studio/gallery, The Art Giraffe. She has exhibited her work in shows across Indiana, winning many awards, including several Best of Show placements; and has

received the honor of “Akron Arts League 2014 Artist of the Year”.

For pre-registration information and supplies list: text or phone 574-453-6772, or

see: Facebook Wabash Art Guild, or email: theartgiraffe@yahoo.com.

Trappers are encouraged to dress for the weather. Waterproof knee boots or waders are recommended. Registration is required and ends Oct. 10. To register online, visit www.register-ed.com/programs/indiana/. For more information or to register over the phone, contact the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services at 260-468-2127.

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“HONORING A LIFE WITH DIGNITY AND COMPASSION” www.mcdonaldfunerals.com Robert Lewis, 88 Served in National Guard Aug. 12, 1930 – Sept. 20, 2018

Robert J. Lewis, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday Sept. 20, 2018, at the age of 88. Robert, more commonly known as Bob by his family and friends, was born in Van Lear, Ky., to Isom and Grace (Smith) Lewis on Aug. 12, 1930. He and his family moved to Wabash, Indiana when he was a teenager. Bob served in the Indiana Army National Guard for 25 years and held the rank of Staff Sergeant prior to his retirement with an Honorable Discharge. He was also a Reserve Deputy with the Wabash Sheriff ’s Department and worked for the General Tire Rubber Plant assembling missile parts prior to retiring and moving his family to Florida in 1972. While living in Florida, Bob worked for AMTRACK Railway as a chef, part-time at the Super X Drug store, and as a painter for Glenn Miller Paint Company. In his latter life, he worked as a security guard for several years. He served as an usher for First Baptist Church of West Hollywood for many years until transferring his membership to First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Isom and Grace Lewis, his eldest son, Robert D. Lewis, his older sister, Ilene Lake, and his latest wife, Lucille. Bob is survived by his ex-wife Kathleen S. Lewis; sons Michael J. Lewis and Matthew J. Lewis; grandchildren Hayley M. Lewis, Samuel S. Lewis, and Reilly M. Lewis; as well as his brother Paul Lewis and sisters Peggy Lewis, Janet Grey and Phyllis Koontz. He also has several nieces and nephews and was especially close to his niece Michelle (Missy) Grey. Bob was a caring husband, father, brother, and a generous friend to many. Although his presence here on earth will be greatly missed, we have the assurance that we will see him again one day, as Bob knew and trusted his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Viewing services will be Friday Oct. 5, 2018 from 9-11 a.m. at the Kalis – McIntee Funeral Home located at 2505 North Dixie Highway, Fort Lauderdale/Wilton Manors, Fla. Interment will immediately follow the viewing services at Lauderdale Memorial Park located at 2001 SW 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Ralph Whitaker, 86 Air Force veteran Aug. 10, 1932 – Aug. 14, 2018

Ralph W Whitaker, 86, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully, in Hollywood, Fla., on Aug. 14, 2018, at 8:40 p.m., at Seasons Hospice, surrounded by his loving family. Born on Aug. 10, 1932, in Blackwell, Wis., he was a son of the late Beach and Ethel (Keller) Whitaker. Ralph was a 1950 graduate of Linlawn High School, Wabash. He was also a veteran of the United States Air Force. He attended Manchester College before moving to Chicago, where he received technical training for drafting and tool and die making. When returning to Wabash, Ralph worked at Diehl Machine for several years before moving to Anaheim, Calif., where he started White Metal Co.; he then returned to Indiana for the remainder of his life, working at Model Machine & Tool in Wabash, Shuttleworth, in Huntington, and then Power Plant Services, in Fort Wayne, where he retired in 2006, after 24 years of service. He dearly loved his family and the special times he was able to spend with them as well as many wonderful years of sibling getaways. He enjoyed playing cards with friends and family. His quick wit and infectious laughter will be missed by many. He loved his little dog friends, Butters, Clyde and especially Calli. Ralph was married to Janette (Cook) Anderson, in 1956; he then married Linda Pranger, Fort Wayne, on Oct. 17, 1987. He is survived by his wife Linda, of Fort Wayne; son, Michael Whitaker, of Lake Forest, Calif.; daughter, Cheryl (Robert) Samons, of Pembroke Pines, Fla.; step-son, Sean (Angie) Pranger, of Fort Wayne; step-daughter, Holly (Tony Belli) Pranger, of San Francisco, Calif.; sisters, Linda Arrick, of Wabash, and Carol Sloan, of LaFayette, Tenn.; as well as five grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, and one great-grandchild; and dear friend Carol McElfresh, of Fort Wayne. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Lily Rae Rockenbaugh; and brother, Beach Whitaker, Jr. Memorial service will be 2:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 28, at Advantage Funeral and Cremation Service, 2403 East Wallen Road, Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior to service. Inurnment will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorial donations may be given to Fisher House Foundation, which provides housing for families of hospitalized veterans. Online donations may be sent to donations@fisherhouse.org. Condolences may be sent to www.advantagefunerals.com

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L. Christine Stephens, 69 Was Registered Nurse July 6, 1949 – Sept. 14, 2018

L. Christine Stephens, 69, of Wabash, died at 12:03 p.m., Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, in Whitehouse, Tenn. She was born July 6, 1949, in Wabash, to Jimmy and Cora Alice (Travis) Hensley. Chris received her nursing degree from Marian College in Indianapolis. She first married William Dials, he preceded her in death. She then married Cecil Roy Dunn, he also preceded her in death. She then married James Ray Stephens in Indianapolis on Jan. 21, 2011. She was an Registerd Nurse in the ER at the Wabash County Hospital and Marion General Hospital. Chris was a member of the Wabash Eagles Lodge and the Women of the Moose. She enjoyed painting pictures, going to the beach, and riding motorcycles. She is survived by her husband, James Ray Stephens of Wabash; two children, William (Lisa) Dials of Brownsburg, and June (Kermit) Shepherd of Wabash; two step-sons, Jeremy (Heather) Stephens and Ryan (Cindy Erb) Stephens, both of Wabash; seven grandchildren, Henry Dials and Abby Dials, both of Brownsburg, Zoey (Joseph) Beale of Sacramento, Calif., Samantha (Tyler) Cox of Indianapolis, Jacob Corn of Wabash, Garrett Kennedy and Alexis Stefanatos, both of Fort Wayne, Turner Stephens, Stella Stephens, and Mosby Stephens, all of Wabash; two greatgrandchildren; two brothers, Frank (Peggy) Hensley and James (Rebel) Hensley, both of North Manchester. She was also preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Kimberly Stefanatos, and sister, Frances Shepherd. Visitation and services were Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash with Lee Garrard officiating. The memorial guest book for Chris may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

James Olinger, 79 Was Special Olympian Oct. 30, 1938 – Sept. 19, 2018

James Lee “Jim” Olinger, 79, of Wabash, died at 12:53 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at Parkview Wabash Hospital in Wabash. He was born Oct. 30, 1938, in Terre Haute, to Dorothy Maxine Olinger. Jim was raised by his maternal grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Chester Olinger. He worked at ARC of Wabash County. He enjoyed playing Yahtzee and Bingo, going to festivals, going to Bear Creek Farms, visiting the Honeywell Center to look at seasonal decorations, children, animals, being outdoors, and spending time with his family. Jim also participated in the Special Olympics. He is survived by four uncles, Clifford Olinger of New Haven, Ken (Judy) Olinger and Donald Olinger, both of California, and Ronald Olinger of Michigan. He was preceded in death by his mother. Visitation and funeral services were Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with Curt Alexander officiating. Burial will be in South Pleasant Cemetery, Silver Lake. Friends may call one hour prior to the service Monday. Preferred memorial is Pathfinder Services. The memorial guest book for Jim may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Deloris Spears, 85 Enjoyed fishing Dec. 8, 1932 – Sept. 18, 2018

Deloris J Spears, 85, of Wabash, died at 10:05 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018, at her home in Wabash. She was born Dec. 8, 1932, in Wabash, to William and Nita (Middleton) Ward. Deloris was a graduate of Wabash High School. She married Glen Spears in Wabash on Dec. 8, 1973. She worked many years as an aide in the health care profession. She enjoyed fishing, camping, being on the boat, and loved being with family. She is survived by her spouse, Glen Spears of Wabash; eight children, Benny (Amber) Wine of Huntington, Indiana, Bobby Wine of Peru, Indiana, Janet (Tony) Kline of O’Fallon, Missouri, Angela Spears of Wabash, Tina (Joe) Rader of Peru, Indiana, Anita (Randy) Richardson of Huntington, and Teresa Spears of Millington, Michigan; several grandchildren and several great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, five daughters, two brothers, and two sisters. Visitation and funeral services were Friday, Sept. 21, 2018, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash, with the Rev. Marshall Staten officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. The memorial guest book for Deloris may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

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Jewell Yohe, 83

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Enjoyed crocheting Feb. 7, 1930 – Sept. 22, 2018

Local departments take part in Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

Over a 24-day period, Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department issued 49 traffic citations and made 15 arrests during the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over mobilization. About 230 Indiana l aw - e n fo rc e m e n t agencies joined thousands nationwide to increase roving patrols, saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over is supported with Highway Traffic S a f e t y Administration funds distributed by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. “Highly visible, data-driven traffic enforcement such as this has been proven to deter impaired driving, said Sgt. Dan Johnson. “Our commitment to enforcing

the law and saving lives continues throughout the year.” In every state, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher, Indiana, drivers under 21 with a BAC of .02 or higher are subject to fines and a license suspension for up to one year. Since 2017, more than 2,600 portable breath tests have been purchased for state and local law-enforcement agencies across Indiana. Getting arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) means going to jail and losing your driver’s license. The average cost? About $10,000, including car towing and repairs, attorney fees, fines, court costs, lost time at work and other heft expenses. For more information, visit http://on.in.gov/dri-

vesober. The Wabash Police also recently completed the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign over a 24 day period. During this time, officers issued 61 traffic citations and made four criminal arrests. Wabash Police joined over 230 Indiana law enforcement agencies increasing patrols throughout the state. “High visible, datadriven traffic enforcement has been proven to deter impaired driving,” said Cpt. Chad Galligan. Although this enforcement is over the Wabash City Police always encourage sober driving. The Wabash Police commitment to enforcing the law and saving lives continues throughout the year, Galligan said.

NM Police make drug arrests By the Paper Staff

On Saturday, Sept. 15 around 9:29 p.m., Sgt. Nate Birch and Officer Devin Bechtold conducted a routine traffic stop in the area of West Main and Beckley Streets. Sgt. Birch deployed his K-9 partner Strider to do a free air sniff around the vehicle. Strider alerted Sgt. Birch he detected illegal narcotics in

Frances Cornwell, 88

April 18, 1935 – Sept. 20, 2018 Jewell K. Yohe, 83, of Wabash, formerly of Marion, passed away at 5:45 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018, at Blair Ridge Health Campus in Peru. She was born on April 18, 1935, in Cadillac, Mich., to the late Dr. Eugene and Elexis (Davis) Kierstead. Jewell married George Hayde who passed away in 1987. She later married Charles Eldon Yohe on April 30, 2005, who passed away on Nov. 18, 2016. Jewell retired from the Marion Community School System as a bookkeeper where she worked for many years. She was a member of the Woman’s Club House of Wabash and she volunteered as an usher for the Honeywell Center for many years. She was also a member of the Christ United Methodist Church, in Wabash where she was a member of the Miriam Circle. Jewell is survived by daughter, Nancie (Kevin) Meyer, Corvallis, Ore.; seven grandchildren, Arin Andrick-Pursch, Jason Spencer, Amber Andrick, Andrew Andrick, Michael Houston, Matthew Houston and Sarah Houston; brother, Marvin Kierstead, Washington D.C.; sister, Nancy (Kenneth) Heer, Brooksville, Fla.; and 17 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by daughter, Linda Torrence, and sister, Lois Howell. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 25, 2018, at McDonald Funeral Home, 231 Falls Ave., Wabash, with Pastor Chris Tiedeman officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Preferred memorials are to the Christ United Methodist Church, 477 N. Wabash St., Wabash, IN 46992. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com

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the vehicle. David A. Hartman, 54, North Manchester, was arrested for possession of paraphernalia. Brett A. Niccum, 23, North Manchester, was arrested for possession of paraphernalia and possession of methamphetamine. Then on Sunday, Sept. 16 around 1:10 a.m., Sgt. Nate Birch, and Officers Isaac Adams and Devin

Bechtold served a search warrant in the 700 block of North Wayne Street. Tammy J. Walters was cited into Wabash County Superior Court for possession of paraphernalia and possession of marijuana. North Manchester police were assisted by Wabash County Sheriff ’s Department and the Wabash Drug Task Force.

Frances Cornwell, 88, of Indianapolis, died at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, at her home with her family at her side. She was born Feb. 7, 1930, in Wabash, to Norman and Georgia (Landis) Snyder. Frances was a Wabash High School graduate. She married Robert “Bob” Cornwell on Nov.r 13, 1948; he survives. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed crocheting, reading and antiquing. In addition to her husband and best friend of almost 70 years, she is survived by her two children, Marcia (Steve) Neff of Indianapolis, and Michael (Loretta) Cornwell of Wabash. She will be remembered lovingly by four grandchildren, Erin (Bill) Baginski of Akron, Ohio, Daniel (Larry Price) Neff of Madison, Wis., Joseph (Asami) Neff of Albany, Calif., and Benjamin Neff of San Francisco, Calif.. She is also survived by her brother, Jack (Marilyn) Snyder of Peru, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Norma Smiley, and two brothers, Robert and Charles Snyder. Friends may call 4-6 p.m., Friday, Sept. 28, 2018, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Entombment will be at a later date in the Chapel of Remembrance Mausoleum at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Preferred memorial is the charity of donor’s choice. The memorial guest book for Frances may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.

Wabash Police Department Citations September 14 Bailey R. Thurman, 18, Wabash, cited for minor consumption. Alec Whitaker, 19, Wabash, cited for minor consumption. A 16-year-old juvenile cited or minor consumption. A 15-year-old juvenile cited for minor in possession of tobacco. September 16 Adam M. Gillespie, 18, Wabash, cited or speed. September 18 Rachel A. Delinsky, 30, Kendallville. cited for no financial

responsibility and no operator’s license when required. Adam C. Heater, 38, Wabash, cited for operator never licensed. Arrests September 14 Kaylee M. Slagal, 23, Wabash, arrested for possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia. Gary W. Clark, 48, Wabash, arrested for possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia. Angela M. Bowling, 39, Wabash, arrested for possession of

methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia. Mitchell T. Berry, 32, Wabash, arrested for public intoxication. Amanda M. Webb, 37, Warsaw, arrested for intent to defraud urine screen. September 16 Austin L. Eads, 23, Fishers, arrested for operating while intoxicated. September 17 Vanessa Skaggs, 23, Silver Lake, petition to revoke probation for unlawful possession of a syringe. September 18 Shannon N. Collins,

Alden Lee, 59 Enjoyed outdoors Dec. 31, 1958 – Sept. 15, 2018 Alden L. Lee, 59, of Scottsburg, died Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018. He was born Dec. 31, 1958. Visitation and services were Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.

32, Marion, arrested for public intoxication. Keith A. Lutz, 34, Wabash, arrested for theft. Roxanne L. Daugherty, 28, Wabash, arrested for public intoxication. Mitchell T. Berry, 32, Wabash, arrested for public intoxication. Accidents September 12 At 4:27 p.m. a vehicle driven by Tiffanie A. King, 32, Wabash, collided with a vehicle driven by Shelby J. Dillon, 51, Roann, near the intersection of State Road 13 and U.S. 24. September 15 At 3:40 p.m., a vehicle driven by Clarence L. Jones, Jr., 90, Wabash, collided with a parked vehicle owned by Adam A. Taylor, Wabash.

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At 7:46 p.m., a vehicle driven by Michelle R. Green, 37, LaFontaine, collided with a vehicle driven b, 37, LaFontaine, collided with a vehicle driven by Paul W. Bonfitto, 65, Wabash, near the intersection of Main Street and Miami Street. September 17 At 6:12 p.m., a vehicle driven by Cory T. Sandberg, 28, Roann, collided with a vehicle driven by Marcus A. Moore, 24, Donaldson, Ark., at the intersection of Cass Street and Stitt Street. September 18 At 12:56 p.m., a vehicle driven by Brittany C. Adkins, 26, Wabash, collided with a vehicle driven by Rebecca K. Rambo, 69, Wabash, near the intersection of Alber Street and Bryan Avenue. At 1:52 p.m., a vehicle driven by Mark A. Gale, 23, North Manchester collided with a vehicle driven by Bonnie E. Licklider, 47, Westfield, on State Road 15 near County Road 50 North. Wabash Sheriff ’s Department Citations September 13 Devon T. Steele, 24, North Manchester, cited for driving while suspended infraction. September 15 Adrian R. Mascho, 24, Huntington, cited for two or more lanes, driving between the lines, and driving while suspended prior. September 18 Trevor Bradley, 16, Laketon, cited for no helmet when required. Bookings September 13 Robert L. Hambright, 30, Wabash, petition to revoke probation for counterfeiting. Macey S. Niedzielski, 26, Portage, Mich., petition to revoke probation for theft.

Samuel J. Harp, 35, Rochester, petition to revoke probation for possession of marijuana. September 15 Mitchell T. Berry, 32, Wabash, charged with public intoxication. David C. Hartman, 54, North Manchester, charged with possession of paraphernalia. Brett A. Niccum, 23, North Manchester, charged possession of paraphernalia and possession of paraphernalia. September 17 Jonathan L. Green, 30, Wabash, charged with domestic battery, battery and strangulation. William P. Daugherty. 55, Wabash, charged with failure to register as a sex offender. Jessica R. King, 36, Silver Lake, charged with dealing in methamphetamine, and possession of methamphetamine. September 18 Beth A. Finnegan, 44, North Manchester, petition to revoke probation for maintaining a common nuisance. Adam C. Mckenzie, 37, Wabash, petition to terminate community corrections for failure to register as a violent offender. September 20 Tina M. Cole, 36, Silver Lake, charged with possession of paraphernalia. Accidents September 12 At 12:10 p.m. a vehicle driven by Michael W. Carson, 68, Livingston, Texas ran off the road and landed in a ditch on State Road 114 and County Road 200 West. September 13 At 7:02 a.m., a vehicle driven by Tom B. Lyons, 48, Marion, collided with a vehicle which left the scene on State Road 15 and County Road 950 South. September 17 At 11:05 a.m., a vehi-

WEEKLY REPORTS cle driven by McKenzie Powell, 18, Wabash, backed into a parked vehicle owned by Jessica L. Brown, Wabash, at 5233 County Road 50 East. North Manchester Arrests September 18 Beth Finnegan, 44, North Manchester, arrested on a warrant for maintaining a common nuisance. September 19 Tina M. Cole, 36, Warsaw, arrested for driving while suspended prior, false informing and possession of paraphernalia. Cole was also cited for expired plates and false and fictitious vehicle registration. Jason R. Allen, 42, North Manchester, arrested habitual traffic offender, resisting law enforcement with a motor vehicle, and possession of a controlled substance. Accidents September 10 At 7:16 p.m., a vehicle owned by Kevin J. Bretzman, 38, Wabash, was struck by a vehicle leaving the scene in the 600 block of Bond Street September 20 At 2:13 p.m., a parked vehicle owned by Theresa Smith was struck by a vehicle that left the scene in 700 block of North Market Street. Citations September 9 Zachary W. Shez, 26, Carmel, cited for speed. September 13 Shailea M. Singleton, 24, North Manchester, cited for vehicle registration. September 14 Bartholomew S. Manuilow, 40, Fort Wayne, cited for driving while suspended. September 18 Joshua T. Garcia, 21, Goshen, cited for driving while suspended. Michael L. Burnette, 51, Logansport, cited for possession of marijuana and possession

of paraphernalia. September 19 Adam N. Mason, 35, North Manchester, cited for false and fictitious vehicle registration. Tyler J. Singleton, 24, cited for expired vehicle reregistration. Fire September 9 3:24 p.m., 600 block of East College for medical assist. September 10 11:09 a.m., 400 block of West Seventh Street for medcial assist. September 11 2:19 a.m., 600 block of East College Avenue for medical assist. September 12 8:47 p.m., 700 block of North Mill Street for medical assist. September 13 5:25 p.m., 1100 block of West Fourth Street for an alarm. September 15 4:13 p.m., 1400 block of East Orchard Drive for medical assist. 9:48 p.m., units from North Manchester, Chester, and Pleasant Township Fire D e p a r t m e n t s responded to an alarm in the 400 block of West Seventh Street. September 16 4:21 p.m., units from North Manchester, Chester, and Pleasant Township Fire D e p a r t m e n t s responded to an alarm in the 400 block of West Seventh Street. September 18 1:00 p.m., 1100 block of West Fourth Street for medical assist. 2:45 p.m., 500 block of State Road 13 for medical assist. 6:41 p.m., 500 block of West Main Street for medical assist. 10:53 p.m., 500 block of West Third Street for medical assist. Building Permits City Mike Hoover, demo garage and rebuild. First United Methodist, renovation.

Schuler/Gribben, deck expansion. P a t h f i n d e r Services, new home. Beacon Credit Union, renovation. Brandon Brindle, post building. Mark Bennett, restoration (fire). Hidden Diamond Homes, sign. Wabash City Schools, sign. Parkview Hospital, sign. CVS, new parking lot. Richard Baxter, pole barn. Keith Davenport, Garage. Bowen Center, remodel. Phillips 66 Station, sign. Land Transfers Thomas L. Trisler to Matthew J. Haynes and Pamela Sue Haynes, quitclaim deed. Zachary Working, David Working, Kimberlee M.Working to Abbey N. Amos, warranty deed. Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, Soundview Home Loan, and Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC to CR 2018,LLC.

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Michael Christian and Brenda Christian to Speicher Family Partnership, warranty deed. Auditor Wabash County to Gebtan, LLC and Robert E. Rose, tax deed. William J. Wagner to Bott Properties, LLC, warranty deed. Steven C. Martin to KWA Holdings, LLC, warranty deed. Illiana Realty, LLC, to Pink Dogwood I LLC, warranty deed. Pink Dogwood I LLC to Store Master Funding XVI LLC, warranty deed. Kathy S. Hunter and Montra A. Smith to Deborah L. Myers, Stephen D. Whiteman, Teresa L. Nicholas and Gregory K. Whiteman, personal rep deed. Kathy S. Hunter and Montra A. Smith to Deborah L. Myers, Stephen D. Whiteman, Teresa L. Nicholas and Gregory K. Whiteman, personal rep deed. Robert C. Tully to Katherine A. Metzger, quitclaim deed. Misty Wilson to Justin P. Adams and Misty Adams, quit-

claim deed. Douglas E. Dillon to Seth Christenson and Hannah J. Helmuth, warranty deed. Daniel S. Paul and Cheryl L. Paul to Kaila Paul and Bryant Paul, warranty deed. Vera N. Shelton to Vera N. Shelton, Derrick S. Shelton and Adrena C. Crace, quitclaim deed. Lisa R. Monroe, Michael R. Monroe to Philip E. Schlemmer and Maynard L. Shellhammer, warranty deed. Rebekah J. Hanson and Kenneth T. Hanson to Shanna R. Hawkens and Andrew N. Hawkens, warranty deed. Randy E. Shepherd and Marcella J. Shepherd to Jerri Kinley, warranty deed. Kimberly A. Pinkerton to Daniel D. Wood and Nancy L. Wood, warranty deed. Kevin D. Walter and Danna K. Walter to Nathaniel M. Ganz, warranty deed. Richard M. King to Lisa S. Mattern, warranty deed

Grants available for Wabash River projects From the DNR The DNR is seeking project proposals for the 2018-19 grant cycle for projects aimed toward increasing recreation and public access to the Wabash River. A total of $300,000 in grant funds is available from the Wabash River Heritage Corridor Fund (WRHCF). Projects must be within one mile of the Wabash River. Projects that include the Wabash River Heritage Corridor Commission’s (WRHCC) top priorities of public access, trails, or camping along the river will be favored during the selection process. Grant awards can range between $50,000

and $150,000. Interested communities must submit their applications to the DNR Division of Outdoor Recreation no later than Oct. 1. The awards will be announced in January. A grant manual with detailed information and criteria is at dnr.IN.gov/outdoor/4067.htm. WRHCC president Dave Hacker said it has been several years since there was enough funding to do a round of grants. “When the price of oil dropped several years ago, it really impacted the commission because that’s where the money to do grants and to keep the commission going comes from,” Hacker said. “It’s taken sever-

al years and a bit of a recovery in the oil price.” “We’re excited to carry on with the mission of making the Wabash River healthier and more accessible to everyone.” Some of the most successful projects funded by past WRHCF grants have been a $150,000 award to the city of Clinton for improvements to its Riverfront Park, a $150,000 grant toward the renovation of an abandoned railroad bridge into a public trail in the town of Montezuma, and $139,000 toward the construction of nine new campsites and a supporting shower and restroom facility in the town of Attica.

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Lady Squires don’t advance from Regional By The Paper Staff KENDALLVILLE — Girls golf season came to an end in the regional round for county golfers, with a Manchester High School golfer missing advancing by one stroke. Kelsey Eichenauer carded a nine-overpar 79 to lead the Lady Squires to 10th place finish as a team at Noble Hawk G.C. Saturday, Sept, 22. Madison Ulery added a 92 in her regional round, while Cora Barnett carded a 99. Samantha Kissell shot a 95 and Alissa Bickerstaff rounded out the Squire’s scorecard with a 102. “Very proud of this senior class.,”

Manchester coach Josh Troyer said. “They deserve all the accomplishments they have achieved and deserve a lot of credit for the legacy they are leaving behind. Kelsey Eichenauer played a great round today. Even though she came a bit short, not many golfers come that close to advancing to the State Finals. Proud of her and this entire team for leaving a great legacy behind at Manchester. Morgan Stroud was a great assistant coach with me today. Wabash’s Bella Carillo competed as an individual Saturday, and fired an 85 to finish the season.

The Mets, Hawk & other ramblings By Bill Barrows If the New York Mets had scored 4 runs in each of Jacob DeGrom’s starts this season, he would be 30-0, if they had scored 3, he’d be 25-1, if they had scored 2, he’d be 20-6. But because they didn’t, he’s 9-9. Betts, Trout, Lindor, Ramirez, and throw in Baez... Is this the greatest concentration of five-tool players in big league history? Excellent discussion starter. How ‘bout Mantle, Mays, Aaron, Clemente, Frank Robinson? For the 4th straight season, the Cubs have won 90-plus games. It’s the first time they’ve done that in over 100 years. Theo Epstein was one year old, living less than a mile from Fenway Park, when Hawk Harrelson broadcast his first game, with Dick Stockton. He sat in the stands watching the Cubs play the White Sox on Sunday the Hawk’s last game. I’ve never seen Hawk Harrelson lost for words until Sunday. After the White Sox/Cubs finale, both teams, but specifically the Sox came out of

the dugout to salute the Hawk after he finished broadcasting that final game. Not a dry eye in the house. After going 0-3, Purdue upsets No.23 Boston College 30-13 and Nebraska gets blown out by Michigan. The Boilers could become spoilers. No current pitcher with the Red Sox has ever started and won a postseason game. They have combined for 19 playoff starts (Price–9; Kelly–4; Porcello–4; Sale–1; Pomeranz–1) with no individual victories. Price (two wins) and Kelly (one) both own playoff wins earned in relief. Four weeks into the college football season, somebody needs to knock off Alabama and Ohio State. Can’t stand the thought of them meeting in a N a t i o n a l Championship game in January. Speaking of hype, Baker Mayfield engineers one game won by the Cleveland Browns and now according to the talking heads, he’s all that and a bag of chips, so was the guy on the other sideline for the Jets on Thursday, Sam Darnold, just 2 short weeks ago.

Wabash’s Devin Higdon tries to elude Southwood’s Jackson Simons in a game earlier this year. Photo by Joseph Slacian

Apaches pick up first grid win By Bill Barrows Here are last Friday’s varsity football results along with pairings for tåhis coming Friday night. Northfield lost to Rochester 14-13, Southwood beat Whitko 49-0, Manchester lost to Tippecanoe Valley 46-24, and Wabash beat Peru 35-21. Rochester had a 14-0 lead until the fourth quarter when the Norse scored twice, once on a 30-yard reception by Jared Peas from Levi Fulkerson, and the other coming with 42 seconds left in the game on a three-yard run by Cole Rosen. The extra point was good on Peas’ touchdown, but a two-point conversion attempt following Rosen’s score failed, giving the

Zebras the win. Meanwhile, a fourth quarter comeback by Wabash gave the Apaches their first win of the year. Down 21-8 after three quarters, the Apaches put 27 points on the board in the final quarter to pull out the win against the Tigers. Kallen Kelsheimer scored on a three-yard run. With about eight minutes left in the game, Jared Holley found Payton Sodervick on a one-yard pass to take the lead. The Apaches scored two more times in the quarter to ice the game. Holley scored three TDs on the night and passed for a fourth. At Whitko, Gabe Lloyd scored two rushing TDs, while Alex Farr and Jackson Simons each added

one to help the Southwood Knights remain undefeated on the season. Farr also three two TD passes, one to Carson Heath and the other to Simons. At North Manchester, the Squires scored 24 points in the first half and was held scoreless the second as Tipp Valley spoiled the Manchester Homecoming celebrtation. Delton Moore and Devin Marcum each scored two TDs for the Squires. This week: Manchester (2-4) hosts Whitko, Wabash (1-5) travels to North Miami, Southwood (6-0) hosts Peru and Northfield (3-3) entertains Maconaquah. And again, those are all Three Rivers Conference games. Join us on Friday night as

we bring you the action from Northfield as we bring you their game versus Maconaquah. Airtime is 6:45 p.m. with the Harness brothers, Rick and Tim. Wabash WebTV will continue to bring you all of the action streaming over the internet during the high school football regular season so that those who cannot get to a game in-person, can watch the featured game. The Harness brothers, Rick and Tim, along with Jim Landrum, Chandler Jones, Troy Miller and I will bring you all of the action for the upcoming season. Join us for all of it on Wabash WebTV. Watch these weekly articles for game information.

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Walk Into My Future sparks excitement for college ...continued from page 17 ther on that theme: “The WIMF event helps young students have a positive first experience with college. This helps with identity formation and dreaming about what is possible in their future.”

Manchester High School alumna and MU freshman Karly Eichenauer spoke during a program between activity sessions. “You guys are going to become doctors and nurses, and you guys

are going to do big things,” she said to the children. “Some of you guys are going to discover something new … You guys are awesome, and, one day, you will be helping other kids get to college. “Today, do some great things, because you are awesome, and you are looking into the future of how awesome you can be.” Kugler also spoke during the program,

which featured a speech by MU President Dave McFadden and a dance party that involved all the students – and several of their teachers. “College has awesome people, and awesome things,” Kugler said. “They have people that care about you. They have people who will help you discover how awesome you’re going to be. “When I was your

age, I can remember thinking to myself … ‘Is it possible to remember this moment for the rest of my life?’ Do you think you can remember your visit to college for the rest of your life?” The students responded with a thundering, “Yes!” He continued, “Your community believes that you are worthy of investment … I need you to repeat

after me: I was made to be awesome. When you think about college, I want you to think about that message: that each one of you was made to be awesome.” In addition to showing students what college can be like, the program encourages students to dream. “It is critical as a community that we fan the potential of every student in Wabash County,”

Kugler told The Paper. “We want to ensure students have every opportunity to build a hope and excitement for what’s ahead of them and what they can become. Not every student will choose to attend a four year college, and that is ok. “What we do know is education beyond high school is critical for the futures of these students and Wabash County.”

Pathfinders Services honors employees By The Paper staff HUNTINGTON – Pathfinder Services gave a thank you gift to more than 270 employees in honor of National Direct S u p p o r t Professionals (DSP) Recognition Week Sept. 9 – 15. The gift was a small way to

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through the plant before returning via tractor to the tent. Indiana’s 2nd District Rep. Jackie Walorski (R) also made an appearance during the program via a prerecorded video, congratulating POET on 10 years in North Manchester. “Over the past decade, POET has contributed to our local economy and strengthened our workforce,” she said. “POET’s outstanding growth and commitment to excel-

lence has helped our country reduce its reliance on foreign energy, and provide an alternative to fossil fuel that is cleaner and affordable. You’re production and innovation have helped move our state forward in the renewable energy industry. “On behalf of 2nd

District Hoosiers, I’m grateful for the great job and unmatched inspiration POET Biorefining provides our community.” Plant Manager David

Pyle, who started at the facility in 2008, also spoke. “He’s a great asset to this plant, and I’m proud to have him working with us at this facility,” Pittman said of Pyle. “It’s that tenacity, that passion, that devotion; that willingness to continue to persevere on when we have problems, and that ever-non-ending thirst for knowledge is what I think drives David and the rest of this facility. What he does for this plant really helps drive

the character of everybody that works here.” After recognizing several POET employees who have been with the company’s North Manchester plant since 2008, Pyle provided various statistics about the plant. “We sometimes call ourselves glorified moonshiners,” he said, “… but we do have a permit to do this legally.” He later noted that the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms requires that gasoline make up 2 percent of the shipped ethanol product, making it unfit for human consumption. The plant has ground about 240 million bushels of corn since 2008, receiving about 100 truckloads (80 mil-

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lion bushels) per day currently. POET ships out ethanol 24/7, with an average of 30 truckloads (240,000 gallons) per day. “For the sake of 10 years, we’ve produced 687 million gallons of ethanol so far,” Pyle said. The facility also produces 600 tons of DDGs, it’s high-protein animal feed product, each day. That comes out to four rail cars and eight trucks per day, according to Pyle. Corn oil joined POET’s list of products in 2012, and the plant currently ships out two truckloads of it per day. Pyle said that POET has shipped 75,000 tons of corn oil since adding the system in June 2012.

The steam turbine generator produces 72,000 kilowatts per day – meaning it’s produced 28 million kilowatts since coming online in 2017. “That’s enough energy to power … the houses in the town of North Manchester,” Pyle said. Since opening, the plant has added two fermentation tanks and increased efficiency, bringing yearly ethanol production from 60 million in 2008 to 80 million gallons currently. “We’re currently filling Ferm. No. 1, which is batch 5,532,” Pyle said, “so that’s 5,532 batches since 2008.” The lab, he said, has completed 900,000 lab analyses since opening. “I was fortunate to be able to start here as a green engineer out of

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Senate GOP offer paid internships By The Paper staff

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Senate Republican Caucus is offering paid springsemester internships in its legislative, legal, policy, communications and information technology offices during the 2019 session of the Indiana General Assembly, said State Sen. Andy Zay. Qualified candidates must be at least a college sophomore. Recent college graduates as well as graduate school and law school students are also encouraged to apply. Positions are open to Indiana residents as well as non-residents who attend a college or university located within the state. Benefits include a $750 biweekly stipend, scholarship and academic credit opportunities, professional development, community involvement and networking. Senate internships are full-time positions at the Statehouse in d o w n t o w n Indianapolis that begin with a mandatory orientation in late December and conclude at the end of the legislative session in April 2019. “Interning for the Senate is an incredible opportunity, as it provides an up-close view of state government,” Zay said. “Interns get the chance to follow legislation as it moves through the legislative process and learn so much about Indiana’s government. I encourage those interested in public policy and state government to apply for this program.” For more information or to access an a p p l i c a t i o n , visit www.IndianaSena teRepublicans.com/Int ern. The deadline to apply is Oct. 31.

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Red Cross seeks donations for Florence victims By The Paper staff

FORT WAYNE — As the American Red Cross responds to Hurricane Florence, providing food, shelter and comfort to those affected, individuals outside the affected areas are urged to help by giving blood or platelets to care for patients in the storm’s path and across the country. People can also help by making a financial donation to support relief efforts. H u r r i c a n e Florence’s wrath left catastrophic damage behind and also took a toll on blood and platelet donations. Nearly 200 Red Cross blood drives in the Southeast were forced to cancel, resulting in more than 5,200 uncollected blood and platelet donations.

“ N a t u r a l disasters like hurricanes can disrupt blood drives and prevent donors from giving, but hospital patients still depend on lifesaving transfusions,” said Cliff Numark, senior vice president, Red Cross B l o o d Services. “There is an especially critical need for platelets to help cancer patients and type O blood donations for ongoing patient care and emergencies. Every donation can be a lifeline for patients.” Donors in Indiana and beyond of all blood types are urged to help restore hope to patients across the country by making an appointment today to give blood or platelets. Appointments can be made by using the Blood Donor App,

Shelter unveils community cat program By The Paper Staff The Wabash County Animal Shelter has unveiled plans for what’s being called a community cat program, where community cats can get spayed or neutered until the shelter runs out of funds for the program. Community cats are cats that are friendly and able to be handled and may eat at one of more houses in a neighborhood but don’t belong to anybody, shelter officials said in a press release. Once the cats are spayed or neutered, they are returned to the neighborhood from which they came. The program is an attempt to curb the

overpopulation of cats in Wabash neighborhoods. According to the shelter, two cats can have 20,736 offspring in four years, and that can grow to nearly 3,000,000 offspring in six years. The shelter will also accept feral cats for spay/neuter. Feral cats are typically scared of humans, and would have to be live trapped. For this program, the cats would have to be dropped off at the shelter the afternoon before the scheduled surgery, and then picked the afternoon after the surgery is complete. Those interested or seeking more information should call 260-563-3511.

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visiting RedCrossBlo od.org or calling 1-800RED CROSS (1-800733-2767). Financial donations are also needed and allow the Red Cross to provide disaster relief immediately. Help people affected by Hurricane Florence by visiting RedCross.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or texting the word FLORENCE to 90999 to

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Richvalley UMW meets Article Provided Richvalley United Methodist Women met recently at the church. The meeting started off with members reciting the UMW promise. President Amy Lauer gave the prayer. Roll call was answered by 10 members. Monthly reports were given by Jane Long and Ruth Dyson. The next meeting will be Oct. 3 at 1 p.m. with Carolyn Maxwell presenting the lesson. Ruth Dyson will serve as hostess, and roll call response will be a ‘A Biblical Festival.’ Also at the October meeting the nominating committee of Deanna Unger, Patty Cooper and Patty Sausaman will present a slate of possible officers for 2019. Members will also decide at this meeting the missions to donate to for 2018. Amy Lauer gave

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P.E.O. has September meeting Article provided The regular meeting of P.E.O. Chapter BY was Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. at The Charley Creek Garden Center. The co-hostesses were Julia Chowning and Karen Huber.

Acting chaplain Bettie Miller led devotions from Matthew 5 : 1 4 - 1 6 . Corresponding secretary Christy Reynolds read thank-you notes from Ellen Harmsen and Mary Kramer. She also thanked the

group for their thoughts and prayers welcoming baby David into her family. She also read an acceptance letter from S u s a n Vanlandingham who was later inducted into the sisterhood.

Mary Kramer reported on a student from Indiana who is attending Cottey College. We will help support her during her educational studies. Gail Bussard reported on membership categories, and

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Anne Curless spoke about P.E.O. Scholar awards and possible candidates. To date the organization has given more than $24 million in scholar awards to women seeking doctoral degrees.