Baumgartner said he has felt for several years something should be done, but life’s responsibilities put it on the back burner. Then a couple years ago he met Rhodes and interviewed him for a virtual Veterans Day program in 2020 for WHS. Baumgartner drove out to Rhodes’ house and was impressed by the large amount of archives on Michael that Rhodes has in a room in an old barn.
“That sparked me,” Baumgartner said. “We needed to do some-
Town council donates to upcoming kids business fair
Icy roads and sickness kept the meeting short for the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District. The meeting was held Monday evening, Jan. 17, at the Cromwell office. The board reviewed claims and project updates and wrapped up the meeting in one fullJeffhour.Hersha, Jones and Henry, reported digitally on the progress of the Eastshore, Northshore, and Vawter Park projects.
Church announced his department had two openings for patrol officers and stated the starting salary is $52,000 per year. He said interested prospects can email nwpd@northwebster.org or stop by the police station, located at 144 S. Main St., across from Pilcher’s, during business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday
Street and Polywood Drive a twoway stop instead of a four-way stop. The company is also willing to purchase solar powered digital speed signs. After discussion the council voted 3 to 1 in favor of Polywood’s request.
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sure the council had a choice on it. “We know that we fixed the problem,” she said. Cates qualified her vote by stating she would have liked to see the bill be specific.Truex said, “And I would also like to say ... the bill only goes through November so I guess you’ll be back” because December 2021 hasn’t been billed yet. McSherry said the bill was through the end of November and she hadn’t received the December bill yet.“And when he came before the council before, he told us he would start billing timely. I don’t think waiting until December is billing timely,” Truex stated.
In other business, Police Chief Greg Church submitted his department’s report for calendar
County approvesnarrowly$63,000 in additional legal services
Syracuse Council gets through agenda Tuesday in record time
mendation by the Syracuse Redevelopment Commission to approve a contract for $5,500 with Bose McKinney and Evans for legal services regarding residential tax increment finance districts. The funds will come from the town manager’s professional services budget.
year 2021. During the year, department officers responded to 2,939 calls for service, an average of more just over eight calls per day. During their patrols and responses, department personnel drove 43,179 miles.
“That felt good. I don’t think I’ve ever voted against something before,” Councilman Larry Martindale said after the vote.
Syracuse Town Council completed its agenda for its January meeting in just under 25 minutes Tuesday night. Cindy Kaiser attended the meeting via Facetime while Paul Stoelting was absent.
A fellow soldier later said when
Timothy Woodward, district superintendent, reported two wells were repaired by the company Ortwell, and encouraged the board to approve the pur-
There have been approximately 100 Medal of Honor winners from the State of Indiana with only 10 being awarded to those serving during World War II. Among them was Harry J. Michael, who grew up west of Milford and is the only Medal of Honor recipient from all wars coming from Kosciusko County.Dave Baumgartner, a Wawasee High School graduate and retired teacher and coach, is at the front of an effort to get Warrior Field, the football venue for WHS, renamed in honor of Michael. He spoke at the most recent Wawasee School Board meeting Jan. 11 and also
North Webster Town Council Tuesday, Jan. 18, ended its meeting with an altruistic gesture by donating $250 to the Kids Business Fair to be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at the North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St. The annual fair provides an opportunity for youth, grades K-8, to sell products and services in their own business ventures.
Everything that went before the Kosciusko County Council Thursday, Jan. 13, was unanimously approved, except a transfer for legal services, which was approved by a vote of 4-3.
The council also approved a request from Polywood to have Oak
Construction meeting planned for Turkey Creek Sewer
Public members may recall the last meeting brought about the suggestion of a final sewer extension in the Vawter Park area. Hersha reported design for that proposal is about 30% complete.
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Before Lt. Michael was killed by a German sniper on his 23rd birthday in 1945 during World War II, he had captured more than 70 Germans, liberated two Americans who had been captured and silenced a row of enemy pillboxes and two machine gun nests in a series of advances. Michael’s platoon, a unit of the 80th Infantry Division, was pushing into a forest to take a ridge.
Town Manager David Wilkinson noted the Harkless Foundation awarded the town a $4,000 grant.Chad Jonsson, park superintendent, reported work is con-
through Friday.
During the meeting, council members approved establishing a 25 mile per hour speed limit within the Syracuse Technology Park, located north of town.
Kosciusko County Administrator Marsha McSherry presented the transfer of $63,000 in the county cumulative capital development fund, which is part of the county commissioners’ budget, from CCD land and improvements to legal Councilwomanservices.Kimberly Cates asked if the $63,000 was for county attorney Ed Ormsby’s 2021 bill, and McSherry said that was correct.“And this is in addition to what was budgeted?” Cates asked. “Yes, it was,” McSherry replied. Thursday, Councilwoman Kathy Groninger made a motion to approve the transfer for legal services and Councilman Ernie Wiggins seconded it. Kathy Groninger, Wiggins, Council President Sue Ann Mitchell and Councilman Mike Long voted in favor of it. Council Vice President Joni Truex, Cates and Councilman Jon Garber voted against the transfer.Mitchell said she wanted to “qualify” her vote as she wasn’t
After the meeting, Truex said McSherry didn’t receive the legal services bill until Dec. 14 and the auditor received it Dec. 17, which was after the council’s December meeting.Inother business, the council
Jayne Alger, project manager for Inframark Water Infrastructure Operations, gave the monthly report on behalf of the town’s wastewater and street departments. She said her company and the town are trying to remediate operation of some of the wastewater pumps. She also reported one of the department personnel is working on implementing an e-maintenance program that will keep track of infrastructure repairs and maintenance and alert the department when further
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Baumgartner leading efforts to rename football field in honor of war hero
His team is also continuing to work with property owners to set stakes to indicate placement of incoming grinder pumps, and estimated about 63% completion.
chase of one backup pump. He also announced the Eastshore Northshore project is officially underway, and shared the board would be part of a construction meeting at 10 a.m. Feb. 10.
the snipers opened fire, Michael deliberately drew fire and located and killed one sniper before the second one killed him.
Martindale lives in the neighborhood near Polywood and doesn’t believe the changes will benefit traffic.The council approved a recom-
Garber agreed he would have liked to seen some of the expenditures listed because he thought there may be some he didn’t agree with. “Ditto,” Truex said. “We didn’t get billed for January through November until just now,” Truex said. “And, also, there’s some things billed that … aren’t in the area of the commissioners’ responsibility.”
addressed the board during its September meeting. Rich Rhodes, a nephew of Michael who lives on the homestead Michael grew up on located on CR 200W, has also spoken to the school board.
The board’s short meeting is no indication of the hustle and bustle of all the local projects to add and improve sewers around the lakes. The board will meet again Monday, Feb. 21, to share more updates on construction progress.Allmonthly meetings are open to the public, and begin at 7 p.m.
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• The commissioners next meeting is 9 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, at the county courthouse’s old courtroom.
Aurich also brought up safety protocols and training. He recommended a safety training course that provides more than 800
evidence room plus they’ve been given the additional responsibility of overseeing the sex offenders in the county.
Alger also reported the street department has been salting the streets and she has ordered another load of salt for the duration of the icy season.
North Webster Town ClerkTreasurer Betsy Luce announced two vacancies on the town’s park board and suggested anyone interested in filling one of the seats call her office at (574) 834-7894. Applicants must live within the town
“The balance right now in our commissary is sitting right now at $214,927.72,” he said. In other business, the commissioners:•Approved allowing County Highway Superintendent Steve Moriarty to purchase a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado for the highway department from Lakeside Chevrolet in Warsaw for $43,953. That will come out of budgeted funds.
Yentes noted she has received around 56 responses to the public survey made available late last year. She is in the process of compiling the results for review by the committee. She also said she continues to hold meetings with community leaders who have a vested interest in the trail and its proposed expansion. She has met with the superintendent of the Wawasee Community School Corporation Dr. Steve Troyer, and the developers of the former South Shore Golf Course. She intends to have meetings soon with the owners of Brook Pointe
“Purchasing the three vehicles after the trade was a cost of $68,081,” he said.
Virginia Cazier, clerk treasurer, reported the town encumbered $632,679.60 from the 2021 budget.Atthe end of the meeting, Councilman Bill Musser was selected as council president for 2022.After the meeting, Aurich noted the street department has free wood chips available to the public.Aurich also reminded the public regardless of what the wrapper says, most wipes are really not flushable. The town’s lift stations and pumps are getting clogged up with the debris.
During the financial report provided by Dr. Ton Edington, it was reported the committee had a total intake of $46,296, including donations, reimbursements and grants, during
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Kosciusko County Commissioners Tuesday, Jan. 18, approved changing restrictions for
Commissary Report Commissioners also heard a report related to the Kosciusko County Jail commissary from Kosciusko County Sheriff Kyle Dukes.Dukes shared what the sheriff’s office has purchased during the last six months from funds raised from commissary. The commissary comes from money people pay for inmates to purchase snacks and such.
Sandy added glare concerns
County Area Planning Department Assistant Planner Matt Sandy presented the information on the topic before the commissioners.According to Sandy, the area planning commission unanimously recommended eliminating size restrictions on the roof-mounted solar energy systems and will no longer require a building permit for those types of projects.
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This could be a teaching tool, Baumgartner commented, teachers could use to impart some local history to their students. And having the football field renamed would be much more visible than having something placed in the hallway of the high school, for example.Hesaid the American Legion posts in Milford, North Webster and Syracuse have expressed support for renaming the football field and Sheriff Kyle Dukes is also in Rhodessupport.said this is “not just a local issue, but would be a symbol to all of our armed forces who have put on the uniform.”
• Health Department Administrator Bob Weaver’s request for a 2022 salary ordinance amendment to reflect employee changes that occurred after the salary ordinance was approved. The annual salaries are $35,217 for a registrar I/bookkeeper and $38,864 for a registrar III/secretary. Weaver said the health department is “fully staffed now.”
The program will also generate labor and cost reports, which will be shared with the town council so its members can stay apprised of how the department is spending its revenue and distributing its employee hours.
“We’re seeing more growth in the solar areas and businesses really looking at trying to implement that into their proximities and their systems. So with that, we’ve run into a couple of instances where our ordinance is restrictive enough that it’s not allowing them to install the solar that they want or need to on their business.”“When we’re talking about that, we’re talking solely roofmounted systems, we’re still staying with the parameters of ground-mounted systems, but looking at opening the door for anyone, this is industrial, residential which is already in the place to install roof-mounted systems on the building, on their existing building, existing roof that is out there, not extending beyond those roofs that were still within the setback areas that would have been within the parameters with the building and not looking at height.”
She proposed two amendments to the town’s sewer ordinance. First, she asked for authorization to recoup bank charges for nonsufficient funds checks tendered by citizen patrons. “That is happening more and more,” she said.
Baumgartner said he hopes to have a committee formed soon and has already inquired about setting up a meeting with Troyer. Details will need to be worked out, such as whether Warrior Field would be dropped from the name or whether it would be named the Harry J. Michael Warrior Field.
As noted in the article, “The Lakeland school board chose well when it chose the name ‘Wawasee High School’ for the corporation’s new school. It should use similar good judgment when selecting a name for the school’s football and athletic field.
Inn, the Syracuse town manager and County Commissioner Brad Jackson.Thecommittee will be hosting a community engagement meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, at the Syracuse Community Center. Residents are invited to attend to speak with committee members about the trail and its proposed expansion, as well as to review the feasibility study. Representatives from USI also will be on hand to answer questions.
He said the health department took in about $80,000 in 2021 in CARES Act funds to be used in COVID-19 testing and immunization, but he still had about half of that left. He asked for the additional appropriation so he could use the remaining $40,000 in 2022. The council approved Weaver’s request.
The next meeting of the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee will be at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 21. The public is invited to attend.
The council approved spending $13,100.96 for Brown Equipment to rebuild the leaf vacuum. “It’s time. It receives hard service,” Aurich told the council.
• Emily Shipley to the Lakeland Regional Sewer District Board. She fills the vacant seat on the board, held by Mitchell, who stepped down in November. Shipley’s term expires April 18,
“Welimits.have always been fortunate to have really good people serving on that board,” she said. The position is essentially volunteer, as it pays only $250 per year.
Troyer, superintendent, and then Troyer would make a recommendation to the board.
It was noted USI, the Indianapolis-based firm conducting the feasibility study for the committee, had provided six bound copies of the final report, condensed into sections and an appendix. Copies of the study are available for public review at both the Syracuse Public Library and the
The office also installed new carpet, replaced the conveyor belt for the jail kitchen and bought office furniture and new Tasers among other things.
• The establishment of the community coordinator position.
She also requested permission to apply for a credit card to facilitate town purchases.
He said the office bought three vehicles, two Dodge Chargers and one Ford Explorer.
• Approved a request from Moriarty to advertise for bids for completing roadwork along Old SR 15 and Old US 30. That work will be paid for through the county’s Community Crossings grant money.
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Chief Deputy Shane Bucher said the two men oversee the
• An additional appropriation of $15,000 for the annual Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant, as requested by Emergency Management Agency Director Ed Rock. Of the $15,000, a third will be used for a contractor to plan a required exercise and the other $10,000 will be used for HAZMAT training at the technician level.
The course costs $2,500 each year and covers four town departments. Aurich said safety talks will still be done before tackling a job. To take the courses, town employees will have four work stations in the public works building, two work stations in the street department. Courses can also be done over the phone.
the month of December. It also was noted for the first time there is an account line item for trail maintenance, which stands at $20,600, including $7,000 received from the Harkless Foundation. Yentes said she is continuing to pursue an Indiana Trails matching grant, which, if approved, would provide an 80-20 match to the committee.
had been considered and there would still be ways to regulate that issue.
2023.•Superior Court I Judge Karin McGrath’s request to apply for the 2023 Juvenile Detention Alternatives Grant. The grant includes $15,000 in implementation funding and $55,000 for programming.•A2022 salary ordinance amendment for the Purdue Extension Office to pay $18.73 per hour for the 4-H STEM program assistant.•A2022
Kosciusko County loosens restrictions on residential solar
School board policy does allow for an athletic field to be named after a person who has made a significant contribution to the corporation, community, state or nation. “Michael meets all of those requirements,” Baumgartner said, and added Michael was a three-sport athlete who lettered in baseball, basketball and track at Milford High School and graduated in 1941.
Second, she requested an increase of $10.50 (from $50 to $60.50) in the fees for liens placed on properties of recalcitrant home and business owners. “We have to pay the county to record and release liens. The increase allows us to electronically file the liens.”
Syracuse Community Center.
During the Jan. 11 school board meeting, board president Don Bokhart suggested a group should be formed to work with Dr. Steve
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• An additional appropriation of $20,800 for the highway department for advanced warning signs for railroad crossings. The warnings were started in 2021 and the additional appropriation will help finish the work in 2022.
“As far as I know, no other football field (in Indiana) is named after a Medal of Honor winner,” said Baumgartner, but several fields are named after a person such as Fisher Field in Warsaw and Andrews Field at NorthWood High School.
courses that cover all federally required training. Those taking the course must pass them with 100% before they can move on.
Luce made several other requests, all of which were unanimously passed by the council. She asked for approval of an ordinance increasing the town’s
• Additional appropriations under the American Rescue Plan Act as requested by McSherry. They include $1,632,379 for communication radios for police and fire departments; $2.4 million for the remainder of the public safety communications project; $522,882 for Economic Development Income Tax reimbursement; and $771,670 for administrative expenses, which is 10% of the $7.7 million the county received in ARPA funds.
Not The First Time Baumgartner and Rhodes are actually not the first to have the idea of naming the football field after Michael. In the Oct. 9, 1968, “Cruzin Around Cuse” column in The Mail-Journal, Arch Baumgartner, publisher, suggested it.
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monthly trash collection fees from $9 to $12, beginning March 1. “We were using our surplus to keep the lower rate going and we used that up. Now we just need to break even,” she explained.
The town council will next meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8, in the community center. Meetings are usually held the third Tuesday of the month, but February’s meeting was rescheduled to accommodate a scheduling conflict.
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“In our opinion it would do well in considering calling the field the ‘Harry J. Michael Field.’”
To pay for the annual salary increases, two transfers also were approved. The first was for $1,755 from meeting and travel expenses to registrar I/bookkeeper and the second was $5,402 from meeting and travel expenses to registrar III/secretary.Weaveralso requested an additional appropriation of $40,000.
approved:•Nominations to have Mitchell serve as president and Truex as vice president for 2022.
tinuing at the new ball park. The buildings are starting to go up, roofs are on and electrical and plumbing have been roughed in. Wilkinson and Jonsson meet with the contractors every three weeks for a progress report. The hope is to have water and sewer done yet thisJanuarywinter.is typically a slow time of year for the parks department. Jonsson noted March is when the activity starts to pick up with the Indoor Garage Sale and Princess Parties. Registration for both is now open on the park department’sMarkwebsite.Aurich, public works superintendent, reported things are running well with the new meters. Lab results have been exceeding all expectations.
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Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee holds first meeting of 2022 Monday
“As you know, a year and a half, two years ago we passed our solar ordinance amendment pretty well making it restrictive to those areas that we really wanted to see that development happen but allowing smaller systems to be built in places where they fit into the ordinance parameters that we set up,” said Sandy.
thing.”Michael represents “all we try to teach in athletics,” such as teamwork, dedication and more, he said. And, he added, “I feel very strongly we need heroes now.”
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roof-mounted solar energy systems in the county. The action was taken at their regular meeting at the Kosciusko County Courthouse’s old courtroom.
Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee held a hybrid virtual meeting Monday evening, Jan. 17. With several members unable to attend for a variety of reasons, Executive Director Erlene Yentes, committee chair Kay Young and committee member Sherm Goldenberg were the only ones there in person, although other members joined virtually via Zoom.
A $20,000 Hoosier Enduring Legacy Program grant and ARPA funds will help pay for the position, which will help small communities in the county apply for grants and other funds, for the next few years.
salary ordinance amendment for the sheriff’s office to pay $18.51 per hour for two part-time experienced sheriff positions.
This year’s speaker was Melvin Adams, a former All-American and NBA basketball player and Harlem Globetrotter.
Later he would join the Harlem Globetrotters, being inspired by another Globetrotter who bore similarities to him.
He went on to a college whose basketball team had a losing record for several years. Adams told the media when he came in the team would win a championship.
teer their time to come into our jail to mentor and teach. Currently, there is a sheriff’s office in the state of Tennessee that has started their own JCAP program because of the successful program we’ve built here in Kosciusko County.”
Visit Fort Wayne’s Board of Directors retained SearchWide Global, an executive search firm, to manage the recruitment process for the president and CEO role within the organization.“While we regret losing Jill as our chief executive, I can say on behalf of the board of directors and bureau staff, that we are excited for her opportunity to advance her career in destination marketing and management,” said Doug Hanes, chairman of the KCCVB board of directors.“Jill’scontributions the past six years has been truly significant and brought the bureau many award-winning initiatives along with enhancement of its image locally, regionally, and at the state level, by effectively representing our county and its valuable visitor economy. We wish her the very best and appreciate her sincere dedication to a smooth transition of leadership.”Inhernew leadership role, Boggs will be responsible for the overall administration, supervi-
Dukes has significantly reduced the jail population by working closely with Community Corrections, Work Release and Probation. There were 334 inmates incarcerated when he took office. The legal capacity is 294. Currently there are 248 inmates incarcerated. “Because of our leadership and command staff in the jail, we have had no significant COVID outbreaks within the jail. In 2021, jail officers logged a combined 2,158.5 hours of training.
lectedhasBoggs,officer,executiveofresignationnouncedBureauandConventionCounty’sKosciuskoVisitorsan-theitschiefJillwhobeense-asthe new president and CEO of Visit Fort Wayne, effective Feb. 14.
He started his law enforcement career as a reserve deputy for the Noble County Sheriff’s Office in 1998. In December 2000, he graduated from the Indiana State Police Recruit School and went on to serve Kosciusko and Elkhart counties as a trooper for 18 years. On Jan. 1, 2019, he took office as sheriff of KosciuskoDuringCounty.hisfirst term as sheriff, Duke noted many accomplishments have been achieved:
“I believe that Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream was a big dream and if you want to do something big, you have to think big, don’t think small,” said Adams at the start of his talk. “So today, I’m going to dare you to be great.”
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His granddaughters have fond memories of him singing songs to them starting at a very young age. His daughter LeeAnn will always remember the scent of Paul Sabastian that lingered after giving him a hug. This stubborn, lovable man will be missed greatly, but it is a comfort to know he will be with his wife, Jane, who passed seven years prior to him, once Friendsagain. may join the family for a memorial gathering from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw. An additional opportunity to celebrate Doug in a lighter, more social setting is in the planning stages for spring-summer.
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Ganser said he’d like to get a document written to present to the board for future approval regarding a policy.
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The board’s next meeting is at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15.
“You’ve got to realize people are watching everything you do,” Adams said. “So inspire other people to be great.”
Ganser also asked the board about a COVID-19 policy for employees at the depot who become sick with the virus.
“We had a core policy but we never addressed issues with if somebody comes down with it, does it count toward their time off, is it lost time?” said Ganser.
The search for a new executive director is underway.
should be checking with your drivers to make sure they ran over the weekend.”
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Thomas Hanna Wolfrum II, 85, Fort Wayne died peacefully Friday, Jan. 7, 2022. The last month of his life, he was surrounded by loving family and friends.Thomas “Tod” was born in Fort Wayne in 1936. He grew up in Rome City as an only child to Thomas Hanna Wolfrum I and Elizabeth Granger. As a youth, he enjoyed sports and boat racing in which he earned a national title in 1954 along with the nickname, “Hot Toddy.” He acquired his high school degree from Howe Military Academy in 1954 and Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana University in 1959.
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The keynote speaker at this year’s area annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day event encouraged attendees “to be great.”The Committee to Commemorate Martin Luther King held its 34th annual luncheon Monday, Jan. 17, at Grace College’s Manahan Orthopaedic Capital
Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District discussed concerns with Whitley Environmental during a meeting Tuesday, Jan. Whitley18.Environmental, Columbia City, has been the depot’s recycling contractor since 2020. The contract is for nine consumer drop-off locations in Kosciusko County, with stations in Warsaw, North Webster, Syracuse, Claypool, Leesburg, Mentone, Milford, Pierceton and Silver Lake.
He fulfilled a campaign promise by starting a multi-agency drug task force, NET 43, comprised of officers with the sheriff’s office, Warsaw, Winona Lake, Nappanee police departments and Indiana State Police. He also created a full-time training sergeant to provide specialized training not only to the deputy sheriffs, but also to the dispatchers, jail officers, reserve deputies, boat patrol officers, kitchen staff, front office staff and work release guards. In 2020, the sheriff’s office logged more than 5,000 training hours. In 2021, the sheriff’s office completed more than 7,200 hours of training.He also created a full-time public information officer to offer transparency to the public. The PIO has been instrumental in running the sheriff’s office Facebook and Twitter pages, which allows law enforcement to work hand-in-hand with the public.
“We’d love to have represen-
Preferred memorials may be given to the JeNelle Utter Funeral Fund, c/o Owen Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 72, North Webster, IN 46555. To send condolences to the family, please com.www.owenfamilyfuneralhome.visit
His favorite things included family, Lake Wawasee, the British Virgin Islands, reading, studying, pondering, Christmas, boats, roller coasters and other things that move fast. Tod also enjoyed watching auto racing, college basketball, IU sports, the Colts, attending parties, traveling, Rotary International, current events, politics, his many beloved dogs and friends.
“The sheriff’s office has worked extremely hard to be a positive force in our community. I am proud of the accomplishments we have achieved over the last several years and am eager to continue the programs I have implemented as sheriff as we remain focused on putting community
Visitation was held from 5-7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster. Funeral services followed at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with Pastor Mike Kelley officiating. Cremation took place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw.
Richard I. Day Richard I. Day, 89, Syracuse, died at 10:55 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022, at Goshen Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.
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tation from folks that are truly interested in what our mission is and helping us achieve our goals,” said Ganser.
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“So what type of a legacy will you leave and what will people say about you long after you’re gone?” Adams challenged the MLK event attendees. “See, everyday in life, make a decision to be Adamsgreat.”would go on to the NBA and play for the San Antonio Spurs. He had an opportunity to go up against Michael Jordan in a game.
Cremation will take place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw. A private celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, is in charge of arrangements.
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The team won two championships while he was in school. Adams said he believed his hard work inspired younger players on his team who would win several more championships after Adams graduated.
sion, and operation of Visit Fort Wayne – Allen County’s Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Tod married Laurel Rardin in 1964 (deceased 1968) and married Sandra Kanouse in 1970. He was loved by four children, Beth, Scott, Molly and Susan.Supporting his father at Excel Corporations since he was a child, Tod worked to earn the title of owner and president. Selling the business in 1989 provided many retirement years filled with travel and fun.
We are comforted in knowing “Boppa” had a life well lived and well loved. We send him off with love, knowing we will be one day reunited in heaven.Services for Tod took place Monday, Jan. 10, at Hite Funeral Home in Kendallville. Visitation from noon to 2 p.m. with the service immediately following.Memorials may be made to the Haley Wetherill Memorial Fund in care of the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne, 555 E. Wayne St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802 or the Rotary Club of Albion, P.O. Box 93, Albion, IN 46701.
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John B. Bickel, 75, Syracuse died at 1:37 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2022, at Goshen Home,pendingArrangementsHospital.arecurrentlyatOwenFamilyFuneralSyracuse.
County’s recycling board talks concerns
“With our community’s involvement, we currently have the number one Jail Chemical Addiction Program in the state of Indiana. Our program has a 59% success rate of graduates staying clean and sober upon reentry into the community. We have close to 30 local businesses and organizations who volun-
“Bill” Utter; he survives.Alsosurviving are two daughters, TiKayla (Jacob) Hamilton, South Bend, and Marinel Gilliam, Warsaw; two sons, Leyon Gilliam Jr., Warsaw, and Chevy (Ashley) Gilliam, Port Republic, N.J.; 12 grandchildren; her mother, Joyce Taylor, Warsaw; her stepmother, Lee Taylor; a sister, Loni Taylor, Holland, Mich.; two brothers, Don (Sherri) Taylor, Warsaw, and John Taylor, Covington, Ohio; a half sister, Maribeth (John) Hocking, Warsaw; and nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and belovedShefriends.waspreceded in death by her father, Donald Ralph Taylor.
Member Cary Groninger asked if Whitley Environmental has staffing issues.
Kyle Dukes filing Wednesday afternoon to seek re-election
Kosciusko County Recycling Depot Director Tom Ganser said there have been “bumps in the road” with Whitley Environmental since December 2021.
Kate Carol Keim, 29, kaMishawa, died at 11:50
by her parents, Cathleen and Jeff Beachy, Bristol, and David and Kelly Keim, New York; a brother, Ben Keim, Fort Wayne; a half sister, Sophia Keim, New York; a half brother, Noah Keim, New York; grandparents, Sam and Marilyn Cole, Syracuse, Lemoine Keim, Syracuse, and Ruby Beachy, Goshen; a niece; a nephew; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
“Every day of your life you have to make a decision. Life is about hey, you weren’t born a winner or loser, you were born a chooser,” he said.
He graduated from East Noble High School in 1995, following which he earned an associate’s degree in supervision from Ivy Tech State College and a bachelor’s degree in business management from Tri-State University.
Adams went on to share his personal story. Even though a coach told him he wouldn’t be able to play college basketball due to his short stature, Adams worked extra hard.
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Kyle P. Dukes will be submitting paperwork Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 19, to formally file his candidacy for re-election as sheriff of Kosciusko County.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking donations be made to the Potawatomi Zoo Animal Care Fund. All monies donated will go to support the monkey exhibit in Kate’s honor (Kate just loved the monkeys). Checks can be mailed to: Potawotomi Zoological Society, P.O. Box 1764, South Bend, IN 46634. Include Kate’s name in the memo field or donate online at Potawatomi Zoological Society (blackbaudhosting.com). Mention Kate’s name in the comment section. To send condolences to the family, please visit milyfuneralhome.com.www.owenfa-
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In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to North Webster Fire and EMS or the North Webster Food Pantry with envelopes available at the funeral home.
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Doug enjoyed playing golf with his group of friends and visiting them in Florida when he could. He also loved music and singing karaoke in his younger days. Some of his greatest hits were “House of the Rising Sun,” “Teddy Bear” and “Color my World” (Doug and his wife’s song).
“We’ve taken several complaints,” said Ganser. “I’ve been on the road on the weekends looking at sites. They’ve had a few days where they just didn’t run. Everything gets blown over and it’s a mess. This will be the second time that I’ve pulled the bonus away from them and if they get any more complaints, it might be the first time I’ve ever had to go negatively into their payment. The contract allows for reduction up to, I think it’s 4%, of the total if they don’t hit their scores.”Board
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Tod is survived by Sandy, his loving wife of more than 50 years; children, Beth (Wally) Wetherill, Scott (Amanda) Wolfrum, Molly (Sean) Fisher and Susan (Doug) Jansen; adoring grandchildren, Matt, Jack, Julia, Lucy, Ben, Will, Ella, Ava, Grant, Lexy, Charly and Mimi Rose; and six granddogs. Also, his own sweetheart of a dog, Buddy. Tod’s first grandchild, Haley, passed away in 2016.
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Tod will be remembered by his love and adoration for his family, constantly fostering family gatherings. This legacy of love is recognized and embraced as an example for future generations.
“I am extremely proud of the direction we have taken the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office over the last three years. It would be my privilege to continue this important work of putting community first and emphasizing transparency, accountability, and professionalism as I serve Kosciusko County,” said Dukes.
“I’m calling and getting a deer in the headlights,” said Ganser about the situation with Whitley Environmental. “You should know where your people are or
“If you have a dream and you work hard, dreams do come true,” said Adams.
“One of my top priorities as sheriff was to bring all law enforcement back together in a working relationship. I am proud to say that today, the sheriff’s office has a great relationship with all police agencies in Kosciusko County. We have continued our routine police chief meetings that I implemented during my campaign. These meetings are instrumental in keeping all agencies on the same page and focused on one common goal for bettering our county.
In other business, Ganser told the board the recycling depot is currently accepting applications for the 2022 Citizens Action Committee. Any citizens in Kosciusko County with an interest in waste management issues and environmental stewardship are invited to Applicationsapply.will be accepted until Feb. 28 and can be found on the depot’s website and Facebook page.Call the depot’s office at (574) 372-3087 with any questions.
“We are thrilled to have someone of Jill’s caliber and experience as the next leader of Visit Fort Wayne,” said Kelly Updike, president and CEO of the Embassy Theatre and president of the Visit Fort Wayne Board of Directors. “Jill’s strong knowledge of the destination marketing industry and its emerging trends, and her ability to connect that knowledge to a vision for growth, set her apart from other candidates we met in our national search. She also brings experience in economic development, marketing and staff development to our already-thriving organization. We are excited about Visit Fort Wayne’s growth potential.”Boggs’last day with KCCVB will be Feb. 10.
Doug Kuliema was one of the most stubborn men you would ever meet. Doug was born in Marion County to his parents, Louis and Jacqueline Kuliema. He had three older siblings, Jacque, Peter and Dan. Of the three, he is survived by his brother, Dan. Doug married Jane (Waltz) Kuliema, the love of his life, Feb. 23, 1974, and shortly after they had their daughter,DespiteLeeAnn.hisstubbornness, Doug was well loved by many friends and family members. Doug may no longer be with us but he is survived by his daughter, LeeAnn, and his granddaughters, Danie and Liz. They loved him very much and will always cherish the memories of Saturday morning pancakes at his home in North Webster.
Church to host free spaghetti social
Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accidents, incidents and made the following arrests:
The deputy deployed his Taser on Murphy but it had no effect.
Decluttering Support Group To Focus On Triggers
Corey J. Zareski, 51, Syracuse, and Simone F. McIntosh, 40, Syracuse
Officers with the Milford Police Department made the following arrest: 9:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 14, SR 15 and CR 1000N, Milford. Christian Michael Freeze, 23, 24867 Buddy St., Elkhart, arrested for reckless driving.
During the last homeschool program of January, children will celebrate the Chinese New Year. Home-schooling families are encouraged to stop by the downstairs meeting room at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 28, for theInprogram.February, the homeschool program will change as a volunteer artist leads art classes at 10:30 a.m. each Friday. Projects include snowflake art, a snow globe collage and Faith Ringgold quilts. Cabin Fever Art will build on each week’s class, so it is beneficial to attend each one.
For more information or to receive a Zoom invitation, contact Becky Brower at bbrower@ syracuse.lib.in.us.
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Accidents
Candidates continue to file for local, county and state offices before the deadline of noon, Friday, Feb.
The following infractions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court II, Judge Torrey Bauer presiding: No valid driver’s license Henry Slater, Leesburg, $160.50
longed to Murphyhim.refused to perform any field sobriety tests and became increasingly agitated with the deputy. Due to his increased agitation, the deputy decided to detain Murphy. However, Murphy began pulling away from the deputy and walked into his home. Murphy continued to not comply with the deputy’s commands.
10:06 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, 100 block of East Pittsburgh Street, Syracuse, Bryan Pollock, East Pittsburgh Street, reported his gun stolen. He later found the gun and cancelled the call.9:21 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, 100 block of East Pittsburgh Street, Syracuse, officers responded to a report of a someone pointing a gun at another person.
10:20 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 16, 1400 block South Huntington
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The following person was booked in Noble County Jail: Jan. 11 — Francisco J. Guerrero, 36, 3757 N. 900W Lot 89, Cromwell, booked on a warrant. No bond.
All charges made by law enforcement are allegations and individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk of the Court Ann Torpy:
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The following couple have filed a marriage dissolution in Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Rodriguez — Enedeo Rodriguez Jr., Michigan City, and Maria Rodriguez, Milford. Married: Sept. 11, 2014. Separated: Feb. 2, 2016. There is one minor child.
1:49 p.m. Monday, Jan. 10, 13400 block of North Hillside Drive, Syracuse. Officers investigated a report of a protective order violation.
Goshen
7:54 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, East Armstrong Road, east of EMS T25 Lane, Leesburg. Driver: Tammy S. Tilton, 61, North CR 700E, Leesburg. Hit deer. Damage up to $10,000.
Jail Bookings
Election filing continues, race for commissioner nominee set
The4. filings as of Thursday, Jan. 13, have ensured a race for County Commissioner - Southern District with the filing of Donald K. Wiesehan, Mentone, and Brian D. Pyle, Mentone. Incumbent Bob Conley filed his candidacy Jan. 5.
State Representative District 18 (Turkey Creek and Tippecanoe townships) — David H. Abbott
Other candidates, who will be on local ballots, who have
Discussions will occur at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, via Zoom and at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, in the downstairs meeting room. Copies of the graphic novel are available at the Syracuse Public Library. Patrons can also check out a digital copy on the
The Church of God Ministries International Syracuse, 304 W. Main St., will host a free spaghetti social from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Jan.
Story time will continue at 10:30 a.m. each Wednesday and Friday. Children should dress for messy fun during Wednesday’s Wacky and Wiggly Storytime.
The deputy pulled the vehicle over in a driveway and identified the driver as Murphy. When asked if there were illegal drugs
12:37 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, 1900 block of North SyracuseWebster Road, Syracuse, Cheyanne M. Lamb, 24, 11531 N. Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse, arrested for driving while suspended-prior.1:00p.m.Wednesday, Jan. 5, 100 block of East Pearl Street and North Huntington Street, Syracuse, Michael Edward Pena, 29, 13601 Day Road, Mishawaka, arrested for driving while suspended.
Unlawful possession of tobacco, e-liquid or electronic cigarette — Heidi Aranda, Cromwell, $160
The struggle continued until a Syracuse Police officer arrived at the scene and assisted. Officers gained control of Murphy and successfully put him in handcuffs.
3:37 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, 800 block of South Huntington Street, Syracuse, Colleen Rene Wilson, 31, 13251 N. 200W, Milford, arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
Marriage Dissolutions
5:02 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, East CR 1000N, west of North CR 700E, Syracuse. Driver: Nicholas R. Dotson, 30, West US 6, Wawaka. Dotson said he tried to avoid hitting a dog, causing his vehicle to go off the road. His vehicle then hit a utility pole guy wire. Damage: Up to $25,000.3:52p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, North SR 15, south of West CR 600N, Leesburg. Drivers: Hugh M. Fair, 52, Marcellus Way, Marcellus, Mich.; and Jamie R. Norris, 42, North SR 15, Warsaw. Fair was traveling north on SR 15 when he rear-ended Norris’ vehicle. Norris was taken to a local hospital for a complaint of neck pain. Damage up to $50,000.
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Cromwell man arrested for resisting arrest, marijuana possession
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Jan. 11 — Sean Geoffrey Welsh, 41, 12014 N. Sir Gallahad Place, Cromwell, booked for domestic battery – simple assault and communication – interfering with the reporting of a crime. Bond: $1,000 cash.
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6:13 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 16, East CR 450N, east of EMS C29 Lane, Warsaw. Driver: Christopher S. Hartleroad, 48, South Main Street, Milford. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000.
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Kelly W. Hays, 24, Columbia, Md., and Melissa Leal, 25, Milford
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2:28 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, East 900N west of SR 13, Syracuse. Drivers: Caige P. Wahlgren, 25, North Turkey Creek Road, Syracuse; and Donald J. McCulloch, 78, East 1250N, Syracuse. Wahlgren stated he attempted to stop at the intersection, but due to ice on the road, his vehicle struck McCulloch’s vehicle in the rear. Damage up to $2,500.
Arrests
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11:02 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, 1200 block South Huntington Street, Syracuse, Zachary Dean Hurshberger, 26, 312 E. Syracuse St., Milford, arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated and OWI per se.
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4:49 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, South County Line Road, west of Workman Drive, Syracuse.
Syracuse Public Library’s Adult Book Club will read “March” by John Lewis in February. This graphic novel is a part of a three-part series, but the book club will only read book one. “March” is an autobiographical black-and-white graphic novel trilogy about the civil rights movement, told through the perspective of civil rights leader and U.S. Congressman John Lewis.
6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, 400 block South East Street, North Webster. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery.
Kosciusko County
Incidents
Warsaw
The Decluttering Support Group invites anyone who wants to talk about their relationship with things to a meeting at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, in the downstairs meeting room. The topic for discussion is triggers.
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents, incidents and made the following arrests: Accidents
containing marijuana. Murphy claimed the marijuana did not belong to him. Due to the cold temperatures, Murphy was given permission to step inside his home. When Murphy opened the door, the deputy could smell marijuana coming from the home. Murphy admitted to smoking marijuana in his home and then admitted the marijuana roaches in the vehicle likely be-
Driver: Natalie A. Holle, 27, South Bause Lake Drive West, Cromwell. Holle was going over a hill when she fell asleep. Her vehicle then hit a pole. She was taken to the hospital. Damage: Up to $10,000.
Incidents
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Coning rear-ended Jared’s vehicle while Jared’s vehicle was stopped at the US 30 off-ramp to SR 15 stoplight. No injuries were reported in the accident. Damage up to $10,000.
Street, Syracuse, Nolan Thomas Ransome, 18, 107 1/2 E. Carroll St., Syracuse, arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated and speeding.
Civil Torts
Officers with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 1:55 p.m. Monday, Jan. 10, 200 block of North Cottage Avenue, Goshen. Daniel Arthell Johnson, 34, North Webster, failed to return to lawful custody.
Jan. 11 — Tomas Velazquez, 30, 489 E. Armstrong Road, Leesburg, booked for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Bond: $700 cash.
Drive, Cromwell, booked for failure to appear – felony. Bond: $5,250 surety and cash.
Countyinclude:Council District 2 (includes Plain Precincts 2, 3 and 7, Van Buren and Jefferson townships) — Michael Long Milford Town Council — Kenneth L. SyracuseLongown Council - District 2 — Paul TippecanoeStoeltingTownship Trustee — ChrisPlainFrancisTownship Trustee — Craig CharltonVanBuren Township Board — Shane Bucher and Stephen F. Unruh
The following civil tort has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I, Judge Karin McGrathJuliepresiding:andMike Nordin v. Town of Syracuse, $400
Adult Book Club Announces February Pick
Christian Malachi-Lee Wood, 20, Leesburg, and Jasmine Rivera, 27, Milford
A Cromwell man was recently arrested after allegedly resisting arrest while being in possession of Randallmarijuana.Joseph Murphy, 62, 9205 E. Doswell Blvd., Cromwell, is charged with resisting law enforcement, a level 6 felony; resisting law enforcement, a class A misdemeanor; and possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor.OnJan. 5, a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s deputy was on patrol in Cromwell when he noticed a vehicle turn onto Wawasee Drive without properly using a turn signal. The vehicle also did not have a working license plate light and the deputy later determined the vehicle had an expired registration for its license plate.
During the struggle, the deputy sustained two small lacerations to his Murphyhands.has already been arrested and released on bond. He has an initial hearing at 1 p.m. Feb. 7, in Kosciusko Superior Court 2.
Jan. 15 — Colleen Rene Wilson, 31, 13251 N. 200W, Milford, booked for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Bond: $700 cash.Jan. 11 — Alysa Marie Leon, 31, 11152 N. Humpty Dumpty
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Officers with the Goshen Police Department investigated the following incident: 9:45 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 16, 2300 block Lincolnway East, Goshen. Tamara Sabin, 45, 9936 Starry Eye Lane, Cromwell, was arrested for shoplifting at Walmart. She was issued a citation and released.
Elkhart County
event will feature a “special spaghetti dinner” for attendees. No reservations are necessary. For more information, contact Steve Councell at (574) 584-2001 or secouncell@comcast.net.
5:57 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, North CR 700W, north of West CR 100N, Warsaw. Driver: Angela D. Luttrell, 47, North CR 475E, Leesburg. Hit deer. Damage up to $10,000.
Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 7:59 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, US 30, near SR 15, Warsaw. Drivers: Will S. Coning, 21, CR 7, Goshen; and Lori M. Jared, 38, West First Street, Milford.
inside the vehicle, Murphy said there was not and consented to his vehicle
The following people were booked in Kosciusko County Jail:Jan. 16 — Rodney James Crittendon, 52, 7235 N. SR 13, North Webster, booked on a warrant. No bond.
Farm women are generating a cultural tide in American agriculture that is moving management, assets and opportunities to a new wave of farmers across the country. At Annie’s Project courses, women in agriculture become empowered to be successful
“Realizing the opportunity to incorporate my established network with our community, I presented the idea to my professors during the summer of 2021,” says Nagle. “With the help from our tremendous faculty and staff at Bethel University, we’re proud to present an engaging day of storytelling, learning and inspiration to put into practice.”
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I was feeling nostalgic and got out my old scrapbook from my freshman year in high school and saw a clipping. It just proves to show you how resilient our tiny community was and still is. The pictures were taken in the spring of 1953. The caption was “With Festival, Field Goals and Fire.” One picture was taken when North Webster won the 27th consecutive game and was headed to semi-state. I remember the two smiling fans in the front. It is Bill and Lois Eberly, business owners and steadfast
The board of directors of the Turkey Creek Dam and Dike Conservancy District announces the convening of the annual meeting at 10 a.m. Feb. 12. The meeting will convene at the Conservancy District Office located at WACF Education Center, 11586 N SR 13, Syracuse.
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companies such as Reebok, The North Face, Nextdoor, Freshly, Kodiak Cakes, and many more.
22.Taught by Adult Services Director Beth Smith, the course is designed for beginners who are interested in researching their family history but aren’t sure how to get Studentsstarted.willlearn the standards for genealogy; how to find information online and in libraries, courthouses and cemeteries; how to organize their research and much more. Each student also receives a packet of helpful information to take home. The course is free and a library card is not needed, but pre-registration is required to attend. Sign
calling (574) 834-7122, ext. 202.
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Court Order creating the conservancy district.
the legal field. There’s plenty of time for questions, sharing, reacting and connecting with presenters and fellow participants. It’s a relaxed, fun and dynamic way to learn, grow and meet other farm women.Whether new or experienced, understanding the five areas of agricultural risk, knowing how to analyze agricultural spreadsheets and other necessary skills are vital. Learning them in a friendly environment where questions and discussion are welcomed, allow the learning process to flourish.
successfully reached more than 15,000 farm and ranch women in 33 states. Purdue Extension in Noble and Kosciusko counties are partnering to offer the course beginning Feb. 3, at the Noble County Extension Office, 2090 N. SR 9, TheAlbion.costfor the course is $65 per person, which includes a workbook and support materials for all sessions. Course size is limited, so register by Thursday, Jan. 27, at bit.ly/3o9AOcM or call (260) 636-2111.Linda,an Annie’s Project alumna said, “I took the class to gain a
As Indiana farm families face the issue of transferring the farm business to the next generation of operators, the need for information and resources has become crucially important for the smooth transition of the business. Ultimately, nothing can be scarier to the incumbent generation than to inherit farmland without any plans for
Farm women are decision makers
• Property options and financial implications.
Bethel University, Mishawaka, is set to host the first-ever Starting Small Summit on April 13. This event provides an opportunity to learn from high-profile entrepreneurs from around the world. Moderated by Bethel University senior Cameron Nagle, founder and host of Starting Small, the summit will feature entrepreneurial stories from Joe Foster, founder of Reebok; Stacy Madison, founder of Stacy’s Pita Chips and BeBOLD Bars, and Dr. Jonathan B. Levine, founder of JBL New York City & GLO
• Land management.
In the youth department, therapy dogs Mindy, Irish and Gracie will return for Paws-toRead Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning Jan. 24.
Dam and Dike conservancy annual meeting set
North Webster Community Public Library — Beginning genealogy course to start soon
North Webster Community Public Library is once again offering its popular beginning genealogy course in February. This four-class course will be held 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 1, 8, 15 and
• Lease Strategiesconsiderations.fordealing with family and communication issues.The Purdue Extension Land Lease Team invites those who have inherited or might inherit farmland soon to attend “So You’ve Inherited a Farm, Now What?” This two-night virtual workshop will be offered from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Jan. 20 and 27. The registration fee is $25 per person, household or farm. Register by Jan. 18 at cvent.me/ a8NVYZ.Adapted from a University of Nebraska Extension program, the series will discuss best strategies for managing farmland and farm assets. Presenters include Purdue Extension educators and attorney, Lindsey Schmitt, Farmer Scott Ozete Robinson and Schmitt LLP, who will discuss legal aspects and decisions to successfully inherit a farm for a family.
supporters of the team and community.Thesecond picture is of the devastating fire that took place May 10, 1953. It destroyed almost an entire block in the center of our little town.
Yep, I will say it again: North Webster is the greatest little town in America. I love my hometown.
a Farm, Now What?” program will help farm families begin to prepare for transferring land to the next generation and hammer home the importance of communication and family cohesiveness.
Registrations for preschool story time and baby and toddler time are currently underway. Baby and toddler time will be held at 11 a.m. every Tuesday through the winter beginning Feb. 1. Beginning at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 2, the nine-week winter session of preschool story time runs every Wednesday through March 30.
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Treat the family to a free night at the movies at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, when the library shows a 2020 family comedy about a supersonic rodent and an evil scientist. The movie is rated PG and runs 99 minutes. Bring your own beverages and enjoy free snacks while watching the movie on the big screen.
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The convening of the annual meeting is pursuant to the provisions of the Kosciusko Circuit
through education, networks, and resources.Annie’s Project is a six-week course that is a discussion-based workshop bringing women together to learn from experts in production, financial management, human resources, marketing and
Annie’s Project courses have
Annie’s Project prepares them well
In the middle of all this, the Lions Club with an army of volunteers organized and put on the Mermaid Festival. Take my word for it: the festival back in the 1950s was a big event.
nize for 2022 and in so doing elect from its membership a chairperson and vice chairperson. An opportunity will also be given to the public to ask questions about the operation and function of the conservancy district. Immediately upon the adjournment of the annual meeting, the governing board will convene and conduct a regular governing board meeting.
• Legal aspects.
At the annual meeting, the directorship position for Directorship Area 1 will be up for election. Todd Mikel filed the only nominating petition and as such there will be no contested election. Mikel will be sworn in for a full four-year term on the board of Thedirectors.governing board will orga-
Free Movie Night
(Note: official partners of Starting Small include NordicTrack andTheHumanscale.)StartingSmall Summit will provide students, businesses and the community an opportunity to experience the stories of resilient entrepreneurship that are featured on Nagle’s podcast.
For accommodations or more information, contact Kelly Heckaman at (574) 372-2340 or kheckaman@purdue.edu.
“So You’ve Inherited a Farm, Now What?” workshop will explore the following:
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Since launching in 2020, Starting Small has featured interviews with the leaders of
up at the circulation desk or call (574) 834-7122.
Bethel University to host Starting Small Summit
better understanding about agribusiness and how financial decisions impact our farm operation. I have a better understanding of balance sheets and the futures market … this class has improved communication with my spouse on concerns he works with on a dailyForbasis.”more information, contact Ann Kline at (260) 636-2111 or kline60@purdue.edu or Kelly Heckaman at kheckaman@purdue.edu or call (574) 372-2340. More information can be found on the Annie’s Project website atwww.AnniesProject.org.thefuture.“SoYou’veInherited
Starting Small Summit will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 13 in the Everest-Rohrer Auditorium located on Bethel University’s campus. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online. To learn more, visit
After the horrendous fire, it was reported, a less hardy populace would have been plunged into the depths of despair, but not the people of North Webster.
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You might think that was about all our town could deal with that summer of 1953 but think again: the people of this community cheered and encouraged the winning basketball team and followed them by the bus loads to South Bend to make their pride known. This year stands out in my memory like it was last week.
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Children can practice their oral reading skills by signing up for a private 15-minute reading session with one of these lovable canineMindycompanions.andhandler Janet Krull will be available 4:15-5:15 p.m. Mondays, while Irish from Special O.P.S. K-9 Academy is available at the same times on Wednesdays. Gracie and handler Liz Salerno can meet with children from 5:15-6 p.m. Thursdays. Reading sessions are by appointment only and can be scheduled at the youth services desk or by
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and better plans for the town. They didn’t neglect plans for the annual Mermaid Festival, which at that time had received statewide recognition.
Mishler (backstroke) and Hayden Neer (breaststroke), as well as freestyler Lily Tyler. Honorable mention went to Emma Yoder.
The Cavemen opened the night with four pins in the first five matchups, broken up only by Tim Shortt’s gutty second
we’ve done in the past.”
onship in 2020 and was nationally ranked in 2021. Led by coach Arron Patrick, the Lancers won a NCCAA Midwest Regional title this past fall and won their first contest at the NCCAA National Championships before dropping their final two matches to finish 12-11-1 this past season. The Lancers have won 34 matches under Patrick in his three years on the sidelines, and in 2021, the Grace defense pitched eight shutouts.“I feel like I can compare to those guys, and I’m ready for the next level,” said Trujillo, who did not declare a major of study once on campus. “Since my freshman year, I’ve played against older
“This has been real tough for both teams,” noted Bumgardner of the off the mat issues coming into the match. “I talked to Steve (Sandefur, Mishawaka head coach) beforehand,
Cancer fundraising among pair of upcoming Wawasee events
Trujillo heavily in the 2020 sectional tournament at West Noble, where he played marvelously in a penalty kick loss to state-ranked West Noble. In 2021, Trujillo locked up shutouts of Logansport and Lakeland among his work. “I went to see them my eighth grade year, and I just fell in love with them,” noted Trujillo of Grace soccer. “I’ve had a bunch of family and friends that have gone there. Soccer, everything really, feels amazing. It’s close to home. It’s just a perfect place for me.”The Wawasee senior has signed on with a Grace program that is trending heavily upward, having won a NCCAA National Champi-
Joining the All-NLC parade were Concord’s Ella Lantz, Tori Posthauer, Sophia Lantz, Audrey Lantz, Grace Brenneman, Kiran Stauffer, Sophia Stutsman and Bella Sponseller; Northridge’s Syd Nethercutt, Jiselle Miller, Kaitlin Simons, Alaina Yeater, Tavia Bratt, Makena Mount, Reagan Hartzell and Clare Ritchie; and Goshen’s Sam Hunter.
Concord won the overall team title, running 7-0 in the NLC round robin and winning the championship meet with 481.5 points. Northridge, Wawasee, Warsaw, Goshen, Plymouth, Mishawaka and NorthWood rounded out the final team standings.
Trujillo excited for Grace opportunity
But none of that mattered Wednesday as the NLC’s last two undefeated programs squared off. The Warriors, dealing with illnesses and absences coming into the night, had to shuffle part of their lineup, to which Mishawaka scored a pair of pins in the reconstruction.
Wawasee falls to 4-1 in NLC competition, its final two dual matches set for Thursday at home, the first against Goshen and the second against NorthWood.
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Wawasee athletics will have a pair of cancer awareness opportunities linked to home events in the next two weeks.
Added Wawasee boys soccer head coach Jordan Sharp, “He worked his butt off and goalies always have to do extra training on the side, we don’t have always have a ton of that one-on-one time for him. I just appreciate all the extra hard work he’s done and he’s earned it. Just exciting to see him go onto this next level. And for all the hard work he’s done in school, too, it’s just a big achievement. Really proud of him to go play at Grace, this is a graceful man.”
Kaleb Salazar rallied back a pin of Micah Jelinski for the Warriors, which trailed 24-6 at the time, but Mishawaka countered with two first-period mat slaps to grab a commanding 3612 lead. A forfeit for the Warriors at 126 left the door slightly open for a potential comeback if the remainder of the wins went to Wawasee in big fashion.
Honorable mentions went to Concord’s Christine Angel, Gosh-
tration begins at 2 p.m. and competition starts at 2:30 in the WMS gym. Students are open to compete in one or both competitions. For more information, contact Kaz Szynal at (574) 529-4968.
Zar Walker held off Logan Stuckman, 7-4, to put the Cavemen in control with a 21-point lead with four matches to go, and a 6-1 Hunter Miller win for the Warriors over Chris Peacock cut the lead to 18, but even with three pins, Wawasee would have fell short to Mishawaka on criteria in the event of a tie with Mishawaka holding a 6-2 advantage in pins to that point with three to go.
For more information on the basketball event, contact Wawasee senior Devin VanLue k12.in.us.devinvanlue@students.wawasee.at
Cavemen a little healthier than the Warriors
period pin of Brady Hunsberger.
Half-dozen Lady Warriors named All-NLC
The night had two JV appetizers, pins for each side as Jaxson Senter scored one for Wawasee over AJ Hunsberger and Mishawaka’s Caiden Williams pinned Josh Matney.
Trujillo tended the pipes for the Warriors as the primary keeper the past two seasons. In those two seasons, Trujillo was credited with 13 wins, five of those shutouts, and averaged nearly six stops per match in his two years of appearances. Wawasee rode
to boys and girls ages 9-14. Winners advance to district, regional and state competitions sponsored by the Knights.
It’s eluded Frank Bumgardner as head coach of Wawasee wrestling, and despite a valiant effort, the Warriors came up short at Mishawaka, 45-31, Wednesday night in the de facto Northern Lakes Conference wrestling regular season title match.Mishawaka laid claim to its first NLC regular season wrestling crown after completing the 7-0 run through the conference. The Cavemen, joining the conference for the 2020-21 season, finished runner-up to Northridge last season after 90 years as member of the Northern Indiana Conference.
First up, Wawasee wrestling with host a Take Down Cancer event this Thursday among its wrestling duals with NorthWood and Goshen. The cancer initiative, inspired by the battle Marcie Rimmele is putting on against breast cancer, is two-fold for Wawasee head coach Frank Bumgardner.“Our proceeds are for cancer research, but obviously this hits home for me personally,” Bumgardner said, whose sister is Marcie. “Several years ago, we did a White Out Night, had some rally towels. Those became takedown towels. People waived them when we scored points. So the pink rally towels we have for sale, the money goes to cancer research, but the towels become our new takedown towels. It fits what
For more information on how you can become more involved with the cancer initiative with Wawasee wrestling, contact coach Bumgardner.Secondup, the boys basketball team, in conjunction with the Concord basketball program, is doing an All For One campaign.
For the week of Jan. 24-28 leading up the two teams playing at Wawasee Jan. 28, the fundraising efforts from both programs will be brought together. Among the noted attachments to the All For One campaign via Wawasee include T-shirt sales, ice cream, an information expo, silent auction, a special guest speaker and teacher playoffs during the evening’sThereproceedings.willalso be a Radio-AThon on 93.7 The Mix from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 28.
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The Hot Shot is for boys and girls in grades one to six. Regis-
en’s Norah George-Miller, Mishawaka’s Cali Shook, NorthWood’s Elle Roberts, Northridge’s Abby Sullivan, Plymouth’s Lucy Keirn and Warsaw’s Macelyn Marcuccilli.The NLC girls swimming Coach of the Year was awarded to Plymouth’s Haley Church.
players, semi-professional guys, guys in college. They force you to have to play better. That’s helped me prepare for this moment. That’s made me want to improve.”
Ethan Rodriguez scored a first period pin and Gavin Malone continued his hot streak of mat work with a resounding 12-3 major over Cameron Powell to end the match.
we didn’t know what was going to happen. There’s forfeits that shouldn’t have happened. There’s injuries, there’s illnesses. Quarantines. Let’s just go wrestle, see what happens. Bottom line, they wrestled a little bit harder than we did. We need to match that intensity.”
Shooting competitions coming to WMS
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The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest and Kiwanis Hot Shot shoot-out will take place Saturday, Jan. 22, at Wawasee Middle School.Thefree throw contest is open
The big red check mark will have to wait for at least a year.
It wasn’t a banner season for the Wawasee girls swim team, but the Lady Warriors were on the map in bunches when it came to the All-Northern Lakes Conference landscape for the 2021-22 season.Wawasee placed six of its athletes on the All-NLC list, five of those team and one honorableLeadingmention.the way were event champions Addison Beasley (200 IM), Julie Mishler (50 free), Alexis
It’s a destination Sylvester Trujillo has thought about for a long time. It’s time to find a postcard.While just down the road in Winona Lake, Trujillo will feel a world away on Cloud 9 after signing with Grace College to continue his soccer career.
Wawasee shuts garage door on West Noble
The Warriors didn’t celebrate the elusive team title, but did lay claim to three individual class champions as well as two other runner-ups and three third-place finishers.KalebSalazar started the title run for the Warriors, taking out
Wrestling’s second season officially began this past weekend as the Northern Lakes Conference Wrestling Championships were contested Saturday at Wawasee HighMishawakaSchool. would ride its 7-0 round robin record from the regular season into the weekend and let its depth do the work as the Cavemen scored 230 points to claim their first-ever outright NLC title. Wawasee, the primary chasers to the Cavemen for a potential split of the conference crown, scored 192.5 points to finish second while NorthWood was third at 178 points.
will get there by the end of February,” stated Wawasee head coach Molly Smith. “She’s putting in the work. We stayed about an hour after practice working on her beam routine and she almost nailed it tonight, the score didn’t reflect it. She’s putting in the time and creating head space for herself to take that next step. I have full confidence that she will be there with the elite gymnasts come tournament time.”
He’s never coached to win awards, but was awarded just the same.NorthWood baseball head coach AJ Risedorph was bestowed one of the top awards by his peers this past weekend, named the Indiana High School Baseball Coaches Association District C Coach of the Year for the 2021 season.Risedorph guided a senior-laden NorthWood squad to a Northern Lakes Conference championship, winning the title the final day of the season in walk-off fashion over Goshen. The Panthers finished 11-3 in the conference and Risedorph was named NLC Coach of the Year in the process.
the year with an arm injury, Smith felt Tuesday was a good start to “Taliareadjust.andKenady are staying late after practice, absolutely working their butts off,” Smith
Trio of Warriors claim NLC wrestling titles
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Warsaw’s Bryce McNees, 8-0, to win the 106-pound flight. Three matches later, Dylan Tom pinned Goshen’s Camden Wiese in the final of the 126 bracket, Tom being a late add after a week of being
sixth.“Obviously when you finish second, there is a level of disappointment in not getting the overall job done, but let’s take five seconds and see that we had a very successful tourney,” noted Wawasee head coach Frank Bumgardner. “We brought people in to see it, the people were happy for the most part. We had a livestream broadcast, hospitality room people spoke highly of, coaches were happy. There was good wrestling overall, good parity in the standings as well.
Wawasee’s move into doubledigit wins saw the visitors hold Whitko to just one field goal in the second and no points in the thirdThequarter.Warrior JV scored a 48-14 win over Whitko, led by Ava Couture’s 14 points and six rebounds. Wawasee Girls Basketball 42, Mishawaka 24
13 points each from Haines and White, who also combined for seven rebounds, six assists and four steals. Lindsay Doss added 10 points and three boards.
The win moved Wawasee to 2-4 in the NLC with one game to go in the conference against Plymouth this Wawasee’sSaturday.JValso came to play Saturday in a 53-19 win at Mishawaka. Mackenzie Hackleman led the winners with 20 points and four steals, Abbi Burelison had 16 points and four rebounds, Kiersten McCreary offered eight points and 10 rebounds, and Brooklynn Gibson pitched in six points and five boards.
Wawasee Freshman Boys Basketball 50, Jimtown 25 Wawasee’s team played a solid four quarters to knock off the Jimmies in Syracuse Saturday. Stats for the game were not provided.“We played a tough four quarters against a tough Jimtown team that never quit,” stated Wawasee head coach Andrew Wilson. “Great attitudes led to high effort on the court from all our guys.”
Wawasee saw three others rally from losses earlier in the day in semifinal bouts to finish third in their respective brackets in Logan Stuckman at 132, Cameron Zimmerman at 170 and Donovan Blair at 195.
Only a meet record 1:47.88 by Concord in the medley relay beat Wawasee to open the finals, Wawasee posting a 1:48.05 for second. And with it, a precursor to things to come for Julie Mishler, who swam the anchor 50 freestyle in a mindnumbing 22.95 closing leg that nearly caught Concord’s Audrey Lantz at the final touch.
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than anything validates the roles those 12 seniors and five juniors who bought into last year. I’m also very appreciative of the coaches in our district for considering me for this award. We have outstanding baseball coaches in our area.”
sick.Hunter Miller made it threefor-three in Wawasee title matches, outlasting Plymouth’s Wesley Smith, 3-0, to claim the 138 title.
“They came in super excited on Thursday and we talked about trying to get them into places to score points,” Scott said. “Across the board everybody dropped huge times from freshmen to seniors.”
said. “Trinity really stepped up to the plate for us at Plymouth, she was our performer of the meet. Zaylee gets her first meet in tonight, so proud of her. The girls are stepping up.”
Addison Beasley won her firstever NLC title with an impressive 2:11.50 in the individual medley, holding off Concord’s Bella Sponseller by a quarter-second. Beasley made up almost two full seconds on the front-running Sponseller in the breaststroke portion, leading to a mad dash in the 50 free closer.
Wawasee sent out just five athletes against the five from the Chargers in the drafty air a former shop garage could provide. Just one set of scores jumped off the page after West Noble athletic director Tom Schermerhorn plowed through the results, that of Wawasee’s Talia Kuhl.
Wawasee earned its second win in the Northern Lakes Conference with a resounding result in the Princess City Saturday afternoon.Three Lady Warriors reached double figures in scoring, led by
Noah Wolf at 113 and Gavin Malone at 160 both were fourth, Gage Boyd at 120 was fifth and
The Coach of the Year awards are voted on by 16 different districts throughout the state via the association. More than 20 coaches voted on the District C award, to which Risedorph collected his first Coach of the Year honor.
Overall, Risedorph’s Panthers won 20 games this past season, a team with 12 seniors on a roster
Wawasee took its gymnastics show on the road again, this time to Ligonier to take on host West Noble Tuesday night at the West Noble Gymnastics Garage. A pair of bantam rosters put their best feet forward, the final tally going 88.8 for Wawasee, 75.275 for West Noble.
Wawasee had a 7.05 on beam and 8.1 on vault from Delaney Delagrange for third, and a 4.45 on bars from Trinity LaJoice for third on that discipline.
Lily Tyler was third in the 500 freestyle, swimming a season-best 5:24.86 and fourth in the 200 with another season-best of 2:01.37. The 200 free relay was third at 1:43.22.
Wawasee would have both Ethan Rodriguez and Tim Shortt fall in their title matches, Rodriguez to Northridge’s Garrett Vongunten in a 9-7 thriller at 145 points, and Shortt losing to NorthWood’s Trey Tobias via pinfall in the 182 final.
Concord won the team title for the first time since 2001 with 481.5 team points, winning six titles. Northridge, with three titles including a meet record 544.05 diving blitzkrieg from Jiselle Miller, had 417 points and Wawasee was third at 331.5 points.
Zaylee Guy was the lone JV performer, her top score a 7.7 on vault.After a trio of tough meets to open January, including the Plymouth Invite Saturday where the team lost Olivia Ousley for
that didn’t have a 2020 season. “Honestly, as honored as I am, I am not sure if it carries as much weight winning the NLC or our team obtaining the ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award for their 3.5 GPA,” said Risedorph. “Coming into 2021 after missing a season, having limited workouts, and completing online based education for over six months, I think that’s the bigger picture when I look at our accomplishments for Risedorph2021.”has spent a fair amount of time preparing his players for life away from the game. Hosting events like ‘Strike Out Cancer,’ building character in his players is as, or more, important as anyone hitting or pitching a baseball.“Itreflects greatly on the players we had on our 2021 team,” said Risedorph, who lives in Milford. “I believe this award more
Wawasee claimed four individual titles and peppered the top three all day long at Saturday’s Northern Lakes Conference Swimming Championships. What was as impressionable for head coach Jason Scott were the titles won by four different swimmers.
Mishler would come back to tie Concord ace and Notre Dame recruit Grace Brenneman in a wild finish in the 50 freestyle. Mishler and Brenneman were a virtual mirrored stroke in the final 15 yards and the touch at the wall looked like Brenneman might have outreached Mishler, but the clock said otherwise as the Wawasee freshman and Concord senior graciously split the blue ribbon.
Kuhl was far and away the top gymnast to compete, taking first in all five categories, headlined by a 33.55 all-around score. Kuhl had the lone “9” of the night with a 9.1 on the floor, adding 8.475 on vault, 8.25 on beam and 7.75 on bars.“I have confidence that Talia
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Kenady Meerzo provided a pair of runner-up tallies, going 7.9 on floor and 6.575 on bars and would score a 28.925 all-around to also land second on the score sheet.
In the most lopsided score Wawasee has produced this season, the Lady Warriors had no trouble dispatching the host Wildcats TuesdayKaydencenight.Shepherd and Olivia Horn both had career-highs with 11 points and a combined six steals. Emily Haines had 10 points, five rebounds and three assists, and the duo of Kennedy White and Becca Smith combined for 11 points and 18 rebounds.
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Wrapping up championship swims, Emma Yoder was seventh in the 200 free (2:07.66), Neer eighth in the IM (2:28.86), Emma Young eighth in the 50 free (27.04) and Cammy Kryder eighth in the backstrokeWawasee(1:07.35).also had a pair of consolation wins, Yoder taking the 100 free at 57.09 and Sophia Grumme smashing her lifetime best in the 500 free with a 6:02.64.
Beasley nearly won a second title, but was just as happy to see who won the breaststroke, teammate Hayden Neer, as the two Warriors went one-two in the final. Neer, who was literally in a walking boot on
“All things said, selfishly, we’re tired of being second. But yes, we had a lot of things go right for us this weekend and we had three champions and almost half our roster competing for titles.”
deck after suffering an ankle injury Thursday evening after prelims, didn’t need her ankles as much as her arms and upper body for the breaststroke, and emerged from the third wall turn with a slight lead on Beasley and Northridge’s Tavia Bratt as the three, plus Sponseller in pursuit, to another hotly contested finish. Neer took it at 1:07.38, Beasley second at 1:08.02 and Bratt at “The1:08.06.hardest thing in sports, parents want their kids to beat Billy, and then to get them to learn that it’s not about beating Billy, it’s believing in yourself every time you race, you got to witness some of that today,” said Scott. “I’m super stoked. I can’t wait to see us tapered.”
Wawasee will conclude its regular season Thursday with a pair of makeup matches, the first at 6 p.m. at the Hardwood Teepee against NorthWood and followed by Goshen.
Wawasee finished runner-up in the 400 free relay at 3:36.09, short of just Concord, anchored by Brenneman, who won four events in total at the meet.
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Julie’s big sister, Alexis, claimed a blue ribbon in the backstroke, leading wire to wire for a championship 56.63. Alexis Mishler nearly had a second title in the 100 freestyle, but Brenneman clipped her by .16 at 50.75 while Julie Mishler came in third at 52.46.
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“I feel like just about every week I have somebody contacting me looking for a technician,” Craig said, especially since the 2021-22 school year began in August. “The demand is more than the supply.”
Officer Travis Bays feels law enforcement is a calling
Bays hopes to stay in a full 20 year career, but he doesn’t make long term goals. He sees himself as a training officer, but is aware how things can change with each new administration.Bays family is supportive of his career, as well as his girlfriend, who is also a police officer. Plus, they get to wear very cool cowboy hats.
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The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Foundation, a separate 501c3 organization within the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, provides unique options for community donations. In addition, the SWCC Foundation funds grants that support local businesses and community efforts in arts and education as well as both community and economic development.
Bays started as a reserve officer with Milford Police, before going full time in March 2020.
Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber announces board appointments
more complicated in automobiles in recent years and students can be challenged to properly diagnose what is wrong with a vehicle, considering there are thousands of possible error codes. And, Craig noted, “electric cars are coming soon.”
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So when it comes to contact with your superior, if there is an issue, he can go directly to Town Marshal Derek Kreider’s office and address it, instead of having to send things up a chain of command to get the problem dealt with.
Any individual, business, restaurant or non-profit organization interested in entering a soup may contact organizer Cole Warner at (317) 385-0421. For updates, visit Wawasee Kiwanis on Facebook.
Some students are taking the class because they want to be able to work on their own cars to save some money, he said. “It’s more of a hobby for Learningthem.”about working on automobiles at Wawasee dates back to the 1968-69 school year when the high school originally opened. At that time, it was known as an auto mechanics class.
On some of the night shifts he works, he is the only officer who patrols the town. Most of the investigations are cut and dried, although some things like accidents mostly occur outside the city limits and are handled by the county. Still there are some nights that keep him running the entire 12 hour shift. Those shifts help him to appreciate the down times.
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After a four-year tour with the Marine Corps, Bays worked briefly with the Bourbon Police Department, before leaving and driving a truck. But after a short time, he felt the calling to go back into his first, best destiny: being a police officer.
Bays looks at the current climate of policing today and sees the media presents a lot of negative portrayals of police officers. But, Bays said he is fortunate to live and work in the Milford area because the people are still good and respect law enforcement officers.
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Renea Salyer, executive director of both the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber and SWCC Foundation Inc., announces the newly appointed SWCC Foundation Board of Directors. These individuals represent great diversity in their organizations and provide a great
The board members each serve a two-year term and appointments include: Dennis Pressler, president, with Stoney Point LLC; Lindsey Parker, vice president, at Tippy Creek Winery; Jeanetta Slabaugh, treasurer, with Horizon Bank; Dr. Steve Troyer, superintendent of Wawasee Community Schools; Virginia Cazier, Syracuse Clerk-Treasurer; Ben Plikerd, Brook Pointe Resort; Ryan Austin with Bankers Life; Mary Moretto at ChautauquaWawasee; and two community members, Mindy Beyeler and Kip Schumm.Theboard will be continuing efforts on special projects that
Automotive technology is for ju-
Not surprisingly, enrollment has significantly increased in automotive technology. Craig noted about 50 students, many of them juniors, signed up for this school year, though some of them have since been sent to the marine mechanics program.Automotive technology is one of the daily classes offered through the Pathways Cooperative based at Wawasee and which also includes students from Fairfield, Goshen, West Noble and Columbia City.
Sometimes, you just know what you want to do, even as a kid. For Travis Bays, he knew he wanted to be a police officer.
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niors and seniors only. Juniors attend class in the morning and learn mostly about brakes, steering and suspension work or the more basic level work. Seniors learn about electronics and engine repair and diagnostics. Morning and afternoon classes are each 2.5 hours long and are for the entire school year.
Wawasee Kiwanis 12th annual Soup Supper will be held from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, in the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. LongTicketsDrive.are $6 each for ages 10 and above, $3 for ages 3-9. The soup supper has run every year since 2010, with the excep-
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He looks at his career thus far and although some people look to work in the fast-paced and high profile cases in larger cities, Bays likes the slower pace of a smaller department. He prefers working alone and the smaller departments are more close knit and intimate.
He has been an automotive instructor at Wawasee for 32 years.
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Law enforcement is a tough career on anyone, because it changes you from being just a civilian to having a “cop” mind-set. Asked if he would encourage others to go into law enforcement, Bays said, “I only encourage the right people. It is definitely not for everybody. Your entire life changes. It just isn’t a ‘clock-in, clockout’ profession.”Baysbelieves people have to really be “called” to be a law enforcement officer and he takes his calling seriously.“The toughest part of the job is knowing that you can’t make everyone happy and be fair at the same time. Sometimes you just have to take action.”
Craig noted several automobile mechanics have left to work elsewhere for more money, such as at RV factories or orthopedic companies. “They are going to places where they are paying top dollar,” he said, and also paying bonuses just for showing up for work a week at a Thosetime.students who are seriously interested in automotive work know they can pretty much get a job right after high school, especially considering some auto dealers are willing to pay for training. “Dealerships are offering to pay for training more than they used to,” he said, though some students will still end up going to a two-year automotive school.
tion of 2021, bringing together businesses, non-profits, restaurants and individuals to raise money for Wawasee Kiwanis’ many projects benefiting young people.Plaques will be awarded to the overall winner as well as the winners of each category. Attendees
Much has been written and spoken about the nationwide labor shortage. Locally, Brad Craig, automotive technology teacher at Wawasee High School, is reminded of this nearly every week.
Students can earn dual credits through Ivy Tech and it is mandatory they receive an ASE, or Automotive Service Excellence, certificate. If they choose to go on to work in the field, they can then become ASE certified after a couple of years. Electronics have become much
Not only dealerships are looking for workers, but also the smaller shops and automotive parts stores.
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will serve as the judges, filling out ballots provided along with samples of each soup.
Surge in interest for automotive technology at Wawasee
Craig said he doesn’t want “just parts changers” but emphasizes correctly diagnosing what the specific problem really is. “I want you to prove to me you know what the problem is,” he explained.
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Craig estimated 70% percent of the class work is hands-on with the rest being spent in the classroom learning from books or online. Most of the vehicles worked on are either school corporation employee vehicles or those belonging to the students and their families. A few cars are donated each year.
include a multi-phased placemaking plan to enhance the Syracuse downtown and village areas, supporting the parks and trails and educational opportunities for business owners. Also, they will oversee the red canoe fund that serves as a unique community enhancement with the intent of making Syracuse special with dedicated canoes filled with various plants and flowers to welcome those entering Syracuse.
I kind of envision periodic onehitter service-providing community events,” he said. “It has just begun.”Formore information, message Park at the church’s Facebook page, syracuse.www.facebook.com/whbc-
SYRACUSE AMERICAN Legion Riders Post 223 will hold a dinner fundraiser from 5:30-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 21, at 1008 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. Enjoy a breaded tenderloin, french fries and coleslaw to help raise money for their program. The cost is $9 and all are welcome.
“GOOD MORNING, dear friends; the sun is shining and all is well as I write this article this morning,” said Nancy Gray, SPEC director.
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FOR THOSE who like to play euchre, the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department is hosting another tournament at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 4, at the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N, Long Drive. This event is sponsored by the Syracuse Community Center and Syracuse Church of God. Sign up by Thursday, Feb. 3, at either location to play. Call the Syracuse Parks Department at (574) 457-3440 for more information.—o— Nubian
“I am praying about the unity of the larger Church, so the larger Church can display both the unity and diversity of the body of Christ, which in turn displays the beauty and majesty of God. It allows room for different local bodies to be in unity but still recognize the need to be together with other local
Park is pastor of the Church in the Heights in Syracuse and is serving his second two-year stint as president of SyracuseWawasee Ministerial Association. He has long envisioned local congregations emerging from the four walls of their sanctuaries and unifying as “the Church with a capital C,” as he terms the endgame.Doing so would require abrogating denominational turf, an eventuality Park ventures to see with“I’moptimism.oftenasked by students in my teaching role at Goshen College, ‘Why does God allow denominations?’ It’s not to make separate churches,” he said. “In John 17:2021, Jesus prays specifically for the unity of the church. Even though we are a multiplicity of denominations, we are still called to be one.”
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kids who are now about three weeks old. These kids are definitely alright.
AWASEE MIDDLE School recently recognized Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputy Doug Light, Jim Likens and Nick Glas with the “Catching Kindness Award.” The trio recently dug through bags of trash two separate times this week to help a student find his retainer.
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WHILE SPRING cleaning remember the next Indoor Garage Sale, hosted by the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department, will be held 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 5. Those wanting booth spaces are advised to register soon rather than later as they tend to go quickly by calling (574) 457-3440.
This is part one of a three-part series.
[John 17:20-21, English Standard Version, reads: “I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word, that they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me.”
ty. Here I was sitting down with people who might not be expected to be at the table, but we were already playing from the same sheet of music.
WAWASEE HIGH School Performing Arts is in need of round, clear plastic bottles. They recently collected water bottles, but are now in need of some larger plastic items, such as spaghetti sauce jars or large Gatorade or Parmesan cheese containers that are clear on the bottom. They can be dropped off at the high school.
“It is not complicated. It’s not the vision of making the business community the church, or the church the business community, but it is a cooperative effort for the good of the community. It’s not the church trying to become the marketplace, but the church entering marketplace. It is good for both business and church.
For 2022 Pastor Pat Park seeks to replicate a microcosm of that precept by working with area churches to “be in the marketplace but not of the marketplace.”
LOOKING THROUGH the community Facebook pages, a number of dogs have escaped their homes and wandered off looking for adventure. If you are a dog owner, make sure your puppies are microchipped and have a collar with an ID tag so they can be reunited with you sooner rather than later.
In other news from the post, the meeting that was supposed to take place Monday, Jan. 17, has been rescheduled at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 24. The meeting will take place at the North Webster American Legion, 756 S. Main St.
“Just wanted to catch you up on everything going on at the Senior Center. Our hot lunch program is going great. We had sloppy joes last Friday and were a big hit. Come in and check out the program; you can see the menu for the month in Senior Life newspaper. If you want to join us, call Merita at (574) 834-1193 to order a meal.
THE SYRACUSE-WAWASEE Trails Committee will hold a community engagement meeting at 6 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, Jan. 19, at the Syracuse Community Center. The meeting will allow the public to view the recently completed feasibility study on the expansion of the trail and to gather information or give input and feedback on the plans. Members of the committee will be on hand to answer questions about the trail and its future.
The Watershed Foundation is looking for a communications coordinator. They are open to both part-time and full-time, and the pay is between $22-25 an hour with paid holidays. If interested in the job, you can find more information at org/blog/hiring-development/watershedfoundation.—o—
Church with a capital C: part one
NORTH WEBSTER American Legion Post 253 is hosting a spaghetti and meatballs dinner for the Sons of the Legion lifetime members from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, and the cost is $8 per person. Members can choose to eat in or carry-out.
BRING YOUR kids to The Pearl of North Webster, 102 N. Main St., for crafts and a book reading. Tasha Eizinger, author of “The Little Shot,” will be at The Pearl of North Webster at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 22. The theme of the event is growth. Entry is $5 per person and includes a book reading from the author and a craft to take home. Books are available for purchase.
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LOOKING TO add a fur baby to your family? New Hope Pet Rescue, 72555 CR 29, Syracuse, has approximately 70 cats of all ages, colors and personalities and five dogs all looking for a forever home. The rescue is open 5-7 p.m. Thursday and 10 a.m. to noon Sunday.
“We have businesses in the
“This was a test balloon for me, with more conversation to be had.
When asked if they were able to find it, Light replied: “You bet we did. Haven’t missed one yet.”
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community that can do far more than one church, and there are good, hardy believers in the business community. It is not a blackand-white delineation between business and church.”
Two millennia ago Jesus enjoined his disciples to “be in the world but not of the world.”
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THE AIRCRAFT carrier, USS Abraham Lincoln, which is the first carrier with a female commanding officer, has a local lady sailor aboard. Betsy Rozow is attached to Fighter Squadron 41, The Black Aces, as an aviation structural mechanic.
Pictured walking from left are Marta Wonder, Greg Carpenter and Phyllis Burnworth.
NEED A job? Interested in protecting and preserving the environment? The Watershed Foundation, a nonprofit organization helping to stop water pollution, educate the community on lakes and lead partnerships through the watershed, is currently hiring. The Watershed Foundation’s office is located in the North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St.
Rozow’s family home is on Camelot Drive at Camelot Lake. She is the granddaughter of the late Phil Beer and the daughter of Steve and Heidi Rozow. Thank you for your service to the Navy and our country!
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“The walkathon is already halfway to our goal of $10,000. This is wonderful news for us; we don’t accept any tax money from the state or county and this is our biggest fundraiser of the year. We count on this to help pay our rent for the coming year. The prizes are great this year; please come join us. It’s a great place to walk. Stay warm and safe.”
10 YEARS AGO, JAN. 18, 2012
It happened in Milford … 10 years ago
Mrs. Ruth Bartlow of Kilmer Drive, south of Our Town, called earlier this week to say she had
outage of electricity on the REMC lines that service the school.
Terry Tucker, CEO of Milford’s Maple Leaf Farms, is featured in a four-page article in the January/February edition of Purdue Alumnus. Tucker is highlighted in the alumni magazine for his knack of using humor and family values to create the largest producer of duckling in North America.Camp
Pat’s Chicago Dogs, 601 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, was celebrated by the SyracuseWawasee Chamber of Commerce as its January Member of the Month Wednesday, Jan.
Pat’s Chicago Dogs is chamber’s Member of the Month
Completing one of his last official acts as president of the Milford Town Council, Bob Phillips called Monday evening’s regular session to order, initiating the searing in of the councilmen and clerk-treasurer. After taking his oath of office, newly-elected
50 YEARS AGO, JAN. 19, 1972
Greg Church sworn in as new town marshal
30 YEARS AGO, JAN. 15, 1992
Pastor Ben Whirledge of The Milford United Methodist Church and his wife, Marie, and son Brian, 6, have been spending a week in Belize, Central America, as guests of Paul and Laura Filepenko. Marie and Laura have been friends since their college days. 40 YEARS AGO, JAN. 20, 1982
Up to 10 inches of ice is needed for the snowmobile races to be held on Syracuse Lake.
20 YEARS AGO, JAN. 16, 2002
10 YEARS AGO, JAN. 18, 2012
Mack will be receiving a new executive director. Beginning March 1, Rex Miller will grace Milford with his services, taking over for Becky Ball-Miller. Rex lives in Sharpsburg, Md., although he’s originally from the Elkhart area.
During the December school board meeting, Dr. Bob Cockburn, data analyzer for Wawasee Community School Corporation, informed the board it appeared most of the students dropping out were ninth graders. During Tuesday’s regular monthly meeting in the Warrior Room at Wawasee High School he presented statistics more clearly defining how serious the problem is. A graph compiled by Cockburn shows a total of 211 ninth grade students have withdrawn from Wawasee since the 2006-07 year. 20 YEARS AGO, JAN. 16, 2002
director Steve Hite gave a lengthy presentation, which included a video detailing the honor.
Every day is a good day to stop into Pat’s Chicago Dogs, the atmosphere is spiffed up and the staff is always friendly. Give them your business and support this gem of a restaurant in Syracuse.
Greg Church feels fortunate
It happened in North Webster ... 20 years ago
The newly elected Syracuse town board of trustees held its first regular meeting of the year Tuesday night at town hall with all members in attendance. A small group of interested citizens also attended. Town attorney Bruce Frey presided until which time members elected Thomas Prickett to serve as town board president.Theweather around Warrior country jumped 10 degrees Saturday as Spears’ Warriors could have melted the ice on Lake Wawasee as they melted the Akron Flyers spirit if nothing else. Led by Wawasee’s Jeff (“Jerry West”) Hughes with tremendous backing from all teammates, the Warriors defeated a tough Akron squad 115-97.
ster. A bandstand is being constructed and there will be dance music from every era. The event is part of the “Winter Carnival” activities being sponsored by the Lakeland Snowmobile club. The dance is being held at the Classic. Tickets will be available at the door.
Mrs. Orva Miller reported having seen a yellow dandelion blossom on the 10th of January. Mrs. Orva Miller will be the hostess for the Backwater Friends Extension Homemakers Club, Thursday, and Mrs. Walter Harman will serve as co-hostess. Nine Lady Lions met at the home of Mrs. Thurman Rinker to discuss their past Christmas projects and Mermaid Festival plans. A salad bar was enjoyed.
Twelve-year-old Alexandra Fiscus of Milford took home the title of Miss Kosciusko County Outstanding Teen Jan. 7, curing a competition that took place at Wawasee Middle School in conjunction with the Miss Kosciusko County contest. Alexandra an her mother Paula Fiscus, were excited about her win because they didn’t expect it. Milford Firefighters will con-
This has been his dream since the age of 10. Now Joe Denton, Milford, will realize his dream not just on a part-time basis. Denton, who has spent approximately the past three years as a reserve officer for the Milford Police Department and the last 1 1/2 years as a reserve for both Milford and Syracuse departments, will take on a full-time position with Syracuse Police effective Jan. 26. 30 YEARS AGO, JAN. 15, 1992
Annette Lamb, Milford, was crowned the 2002 Indiana Angus Queen at the 2001 Indiana Angus Association annual meeting and banquet Dec. 29 in Indianapolis.
30 YEARS AGO, JAN. 15, 1992
Tom Gunden, a Milford corn producer, was one of 22 agriculture leaders to successfully complete a three-day Agricultural Issues Management Seminar held Dec. 10-12 in St. Louis, Mo.
to be working in the county in which he grew up. And his desire to serve the lake community, his lifelong home, is being fulfilled as he steps into the role of town marshal in the lake-side town of North Webster. Church was sworn into the position Dec. 12, 2001, during the regular monthly North Webster Town Council meeting. He joined North Webster Police in October of 1994, initially as deputy marshal, and was promoted to sergeant in January 2001. Church feels North Webster is a good town which will only improve with changes currently underway.
Over 5,000 people are expected to invade North Webster, the Snowmobile Capital of Indiana, for the fifth annual North Webster Winter Carnival Friday-Sunday, Jan. 22-24. Proceeds from the Winter Carnival will go to local service projects and charities.
Alexandra Fiscus crowned Miss Kosciusko County Outstanding Teen
Students were back in their classrooms at Wawasee High School Tuesday morning following a period of “forced vacation” due to record-breaking snow and wind storms that kept most all area schools closed. Considerable damage was done at Wawasee High’s heating system due to an
It happened in Syracuse ... 20 years ago Syracuse given ‘City of Character’ designation: Hite
The first of three weekends for the Syracuse Winter Carnival is this Saturday and Sunday with several events planned. The Wawasee Kiwanis annual snowmobile races have been cancelled. However fingers are crossed enough ice and snow will accumulate to hold the event Feb. 1-2.
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12.The chamber reports coowners Sheila Berkeypile and Demi Weldy have done a fantastic job since taking over ownership. They now have a website, patschicagodogs.com where customers can order their delicious food online or pick up some fun swag items with their logo on them.
North Webster Elementary School held its spelling bee Friday. The winner was Evan Wolferman, fifth grade. His teacher is Lori Jones. The runner-up was Kari Jones, fifth grade. Her teacher is Mitch Willaman. The bee lasted for 17 rounds and the winning words were dominion and nominee. The county spelling bee will take place next week at North Webster Elementary. 20 YEARS AGO, JAN. 16, 2002
40 YEARS AGO, JAN. 20, 1982
10 YEARS AGO, JAN. 18, 2012
There wasn’t much debate. Lisa Strombeck nominated and made a motion for Jon Sroufe to continue as North Webster Town Council president. Tim Hine seconded the motion and that was it. Sroufe continues his ninth year as president for the council.
It’s official. The town of Syracuse now has character. At last night’s Syracuse Town Council meeting, Syracuse was given the City of Character designation. Chamber of commerce executive
Robert Shue, Oklahoma City, Okla., and Mr. and Mrs. Eric Shue and son, Derek Shue, Monterey Peninsula, Calif., spent the
Did you know Milford has a referee who was the youngest referee in the state tournament in 1977 at 23? Jay C. Smith, 29, Milford, has been an official in boys’ and girls’ sports for 11 years.
Plans for the January 23 “Snow Ball” are causing a good deal of excitement around North Web-
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40 YEARS AGO, JAN. 20, 1982
Christmas holidays visiting at the home of Jane Shue, Barbee Lake.Anew schedule of worship services began on Jan. 5 at North Webster Church of God. From 8 a.m. until 9:15 a.m. is Worship Celebration I; 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. is Sunday school; and 10:45 a.m. until noon will be Worship Celebration II.
Matt Pennamped notified authorities at 8 a.m., Monday, Jan. 13, someone had broken into the VFW Post on West Chicago Street sometime after 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12, and 7:30 a.m. that day. Once inside, the intruders pried open locks on several cabinets and removed cigarettes and an undetermined amount of liquor and silver coins. A total of $380 worth of items were stolen.
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duct an annual fundraising event soon. Chief Todd Haines said the department is once again with Midwest Portrait to offer a family portrait deal a portion of the proceeds from which will go to the fire department.
Charles Bird took the seat left vacant by Phillips.
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County recreation commission OKs grant for Oakwood Foundation
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STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF KOSCIUSKO) SS: 43D04-2201-PL-000006 PHIL DOUGLAS LONG, THEv.Plaintiff,UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES AND LEGATEES OF LEONARD O. BURNS AND JOSEPHINE BURNS and ANY PERSONS CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED HEREIN, Defendants. NOTICE OF COMPLAINT TO QUIET TITLE To the within named Defendants and any persons claiming an interest in the real estate described herein: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Plaintiff has filed an action to quiet title to real estate in this matter.The real estate which is the subject of this action is located in Kosciusko County, Indiana and described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West Half (W1/2) of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4) of Section Twenty-four (24) in Township Thirty-three (33) North (N) of Range Seven (7) East (E), thence North Eight (8) rods, thence West (W) ten (10) rods, thence South (S) eight (8) rods, thence East (E) ten (10) rods to the place of beginning, the same to contain one-half (1/2) acre.
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Pursuant to IC 5-3-1, notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Silver Lake, Indiana will hold a public hearing at 7:00pm local time on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at the Silver Lake Town Hall, 604 N. Jefferson St., Silver Lake, IN 46982, to hear evidence concerning and consider the adoption of Ordinance 02-0122, as amended, annexing contiguous land into the Town of Silver Lake.
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Written comments filed to the Silver Lake Clerk-Treasurer prior to the public hearing will be considered. Written comments can be submitted to tconley@townofsilverlake.com or mailed to PO Box 159, Silver Lake, IN 46982. Letters may also be hand delivered.The hearing may be continued from time to time as necessary. Questions regarding the annexation should be directed to the Silver Lake Clerk-Treasurer’s office at Dated260-352-2120.this14thday of January 2022. hspaxlp
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Employee Name YTD Gross Alderfer, A 237.81 Ammons, A 3,152.48 Anderson, B 44,214.86 Andrew, B 70,674.75 Andrew, R 49,914.40 Andrews, L 17,374.86 Arnett, A 36,109.28 Atchison-Stewart, M 12,198.54 Babb, G 241.50 Bailey, D 8,563.82 Bailey, D 78,777.43 Baker, A 24,169.48 Baker, K 38,493.53 Baker, S 35,672.93 Balazs, G 6,425.28 Barth, T 42,482.40 Baxter, W 59,376.15 Beer, J 3,700.32 Beer, J 18,461.13 Bencze, H 36,347.88 Bice, S 35,197.65 Bishop, R 108,365.59 Bitting, R 39,144.51 Blakely, D 45,056.57 Blankenship, B 8,661.00 Blocher, K 27,255.36 Boggs, M 50,418.97 Boggs, T 12,245.53 Bohnke, N 7,612.56 Boocher, R 45,043.78 Borkholder, R 32,454.40 Bradley, A 38,082.53 Brescia, P 46,440.33 Brewton, D 55,697.90 Bridegam, H 3,814.25 Brooks, T 56,252.46 Brown, E 39,811.45 Brown, H 36,681.67 Brown, N 69,681.67 Bruner, R 46,394.66 Bucher, S 99,139.49 Buehler, M 86,475.49 Burchett, P 2,702.04 Burchette, S 39,656.55 Burkhart, B 44,685.25 Burton, N 52,090.28 Byrer, B 10,608.00 Cannon, M 59,598.06 Carpenter, D 62,641.51 Carson, K 40,319.86 Caruso, M 86,475.49 Cates, K 5,054.79 Cazier, J 567.90 Chapman, G 50,636.58 Ciriello, A 18,852.32 Ciriello, J 6,469.88 Clark, Je 59,021.70 Clark, R 19,066.10 Clark, R 46,765.31 Clibon, K 19,423.36 Coler, T 44,147.63 Collier, T 48,428.35 Coney, S 58,940.72 Conley, R 23,776.90 Cook, T 53,143.25 Coplen, L 1,289.55 Cornell, L 47,115.32 Courtois, J 51,183.01 Cox Jr, C 444.62 Craig, M 35,608.95 Croteau, T 36,934.95 Curtis, L 43,493.53 Cutler-Wilson, T 2,324.06 Damjanovic, M 36,271.04 Danner, M 42,291.75 Darr, D 937.10 Davis, D 29,460.50 Day, J 46,659.46 Debelack, O 24,712.30 Demster III, C 49,801.24 Denton, K 52,689.18 Desenberg, H 57,951.92 DeWilde, J 63,466.92 Dials, M 50,200.99 Doty, C 36,925.44 Douglas, G 237.81 Drubert, D 43,031.33 Druckamiller, L 45,798.79 Dukes, K 162,580.36 Dye, R 42,291.74 Egolf, L 34,867.89 Engelberth, S 66,878.57 Enyart, E 3,415.00 Enyeart, L 12,691.08 Eppenbaugh, R 46,340.32 Espinoza, A 851.85 Fancil, C 1,392.28 Faulk, L 19,514.30 Faulkner, A 40,557.68 Fields, K 49,303.20 Fowler, M 76,583.44 Francis, C 64,586.07 Francis, M 44,832.10 Franks, K 16,527.07 Frantz, N 4,833.31 Frieden, V 26,607.66 Fugate, J 36,564.45 Fuller, A 31,538.40 Gagnon, M 10,684.80 Ganshorn, J 47,239.05 Garber, J 9,868.16 Gard, J 5,169.12 Gard, T 53,786.02 Gardner, M 29,161.02 Garza, A 237.81 Gelbaugh, K 77,028.80 Giusti, L 40,956.67 Gladieux, S 1,626.75 Gonzalez, J 38,139.32 Gonzalez, R 11,673.00 Goodnight, M 3,150.00 Graff, K 1,355.49 Graff, T 33,837.31 Gray, J 10,545.52 Greer, B 66,415.12 Griner, A 35,608.95 Groninger, C 23,672.85 Groninger, K 8,190.14 Grossman, R 51,907.70 Grossman, S 39,116.10 Hampton, C 90,328.60 Hampton, D 4,980.09 Hand, J 57,010.98 Harman, L 1,041.15 Harris, P 47,239.06 Hart, J 31,406.02 Harter, T 45,490.25 Hatcher, G 2,866.05 Haynie, E 3,869.05 Heady, M 62,084.61 Heck, S 6,849.98 Heinisch, C 3,967.30 Helser, R 60,113.77 Helton, J 39,116.10 Hemingway, C 29,591.25 Henning, J 16,624.38 Henning, P 69,681.68 Higginbotham, M 42,743.40 Hill, J 40,362.68
Prater, H 49,126.24 Prater, K 36,177.43
Waddle, A 26,460.56
Wiggins, E 8,827.01 Wilkie, D 2,937.00 Wilkins, H 6,365.30 Williams, C 45,914.48 Williams, M 5,975.21 Wilson, J 43,749.62 Wilson, M 3,716.34
Alexandra Fiscus
If you claim any interest in the real described herein, or your representative a to Plaintiffs’ Complaint within thirty (30) days of the last date of publication of this notice. If you fail to so respond, the Court may grant the relief sought by Plaintiff.
time and a lot of hours. I appreciate the fact that all of you are willing to serve and I hope that this will be a successful forward move.”The commission also voted to have Mark Skibowski as vicepresident and John Hall as treasurer. Secretarial duties will be tentatively handled by the county auditor’s office since meetings are now recorded and viewable by the public.County Auditor Michelle Puckett said an inter-local agreement would have to be worked out amongst the county council, commissioners and the KCCRVC for that to KCCRVChappen.also learned the City-County Athletic Complex is planning on bringing a multiyear strategic plan to the commission’s March meeting.
Stephen R. Snyder, #413-43 SNYDER MORGAN FEDEROFF & KUCHMAY LLP 200 West Main Street Syracuse, Indiana 46567 Telephone: (574)
Milford junior high school Trojans successfully defended their title as four-way tourney champs last Saturday at North Webster as they defeated North Webster
LEGAL NOTICE
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Reni Monteith, granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dale Mock of r 1 Milford, is appearing this week and next week on the channel 21 Romper Room television show in Fort Wayne. She is the 5-year-old daughter of Richard and Janie (Mock) Monteith of Fort Wayne.
S & S Truck and Auto Care LLC, doing business as Tom’s Truck Repair, is the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber’s Member of the Month for January.
Board of Directors Turkey Creek Dam and Dike Conservancy District hspaxlp
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Tom’s Truck Repair was established in 2019 and is currently undergoing a name change under new owners, Steve and Sherry Lee. The auto repair and service center serves Kosciusko, Elkhart and Noble counties and surrounding areas. They offer truck, trailer, tractor and diesel repairs on foreign and domestic vehicles, auto diagnostics, tune-ups, fleet services, oil changes, tires and transmissions. More information can be found on their website, www.tomstruckrepair.com.LocatedonSR13 in North Webster, S & S Truck and Auto Care is open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday. To schedule an appointment call (574) 834-3771 or com.tomstruckrepair@embarqmail.emailTheKosciuskoCountyConven-tion,Recreation&VisitorCom-missionapprovedapublicitygrantandtabledonefortheOak-woodFoundationduringaJan.12meeting.MarkKnecht,thefoundation’spresident,askedthecommissiontoapprovetwopublicitygrants,eachtotaling$500.ThefirstgrantKnechtdiscussedwasforpromotingalocalPurdueVarsityGleeClubperformanceat7:30p.m.Friday,April22,atWawaseeHighSchool.CommissionMemberDaveGustafsonaskedhowthefounda-tionwouldpromotetheeventandifanyout-of-countypromotionwouldtakeplace.KnechtsaidthemoneywouldbespentinKosciuskoCountytodistributefliersfortheevent.Hetoldthecommissionadvertis-ingwouldprimarilytakeplacethroughsocialmediaandpressreleases.ThecommissionvotedtotabletheGleeClubpublicitygranttogetmoreclarityonhowthefundswillbespentandwherepromo-tionwilloccur.KCCRVCapprovedKnecht’srequestfora$500publicitygrantforadvertisingintheIndianaTravelGuide,whichwillbepub-lishedinMarch.Theboardalsosworeinfourcommissionmembers,twoofwhomarenewadditionstoKC-CRVC.InaspecialmeetingTuesday,Jan.11,countycouncilvotedtohaveJessicaHarmon,generalmanageratTrubyHiltoninWar-saw;andJessicaHartman,hotelmanageratWarsaw’sComfortInn,serveonthecommission.CouncilMemberSueAnnMitchellsaidthecouncilwaslookingtofulfillrequirementsasstatedinIndianaCode6-9-18toappointmembersinthehospi-talityindustry.Accordingtothestatute,amajorityofthecommis-sionmustbe“engagedinacon-vention,visitor,ortourismbusi-ness;orinvolvedinorpromotingconventions,visitors,ortourism.Ifavailableandwillingtoserve,atleasttwoofthemembersmustbeengagedinthebusinessofrentingorfurnishingrooms,lodg- ing, or hasboardMitchell.willingsion.effortsPaczkowskiMitchellingginsager12ofRay,thethreebringlongerwereKratzermentappointments,Withaccommodations.”HartmanandHarmon’stherequire-wouldbefulfilled.TammyandJoPaczkowski,whoappointedbythecouncil,noserveonthecommission.Thesenewappointmentswouldthecommissiontoatotalofmemberswhoarepartofhospitalityindustry.KathywhowasvotedaspresidentthecommissionduringtheJan.meeting,isthegeneralman-forWarsaw’sHamptonInn.CountyCouncilmanErnieWig-saidthedecisionhadnoth-todowithpersonalities.DuringtheKCCRVCmeeting,thankedKratzerandfortheirtimeandinservingonthecommis-“Theyhavebeenhardworking,tospendtheirtime,”said“Johasbeenonthisfor11yearsandTammybeenonforsix.That’salotof
The Board of Directors of the Turkey Creek Dam and Dike Conservancy District announces the convening of the annual meeting on February 12, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will convene at the Conservancy District Office located at WACF Education Center at 11586 N SR 13, Indiana.The convening of the annual meeting is pursuant to the provisions of the Kosciusko Circuit Court Order creating the Conservancy District. At the annual meeting, the directorship position for Directorship Area 1 will be up for election. Mr. Todd Mikel filed the only nominating petition and as such there will be no contested election. Candidate Mikel will be sworn in for a full four-year term on the Board of Directors. The Governing Board will organize for 2022 and in so doing elect from its membership a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.An opportunity will also be given to the public to ask questions about the operation and function of the Conservancy District. Immediately upon the adjournment of the annual meeting, the Governing Board will convene and conduct a regular Governing Board meeting.
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Rentschler, C 54,002.52 Rhodes, D 23,968.35 Rice, D 584.00 Richard, D 80,296.29 Richard, R 37,323.53 Riley, K 51,744.04 Roberts, R 62,678.59 Robinson, M 4,155.54 Rock, E 62,220.30 Rockey, T 60,303.52 Rogalski, Z 835.37 Rohrer, J 55,371.28 Romine, B 41,432.80 Romine, C 22,322.25 Ruch, D 1,135.80 Rude, K 6,681.78 Rumple, M 42,208.81 Sandy, C 53,469.62 Sandy, M 62,220.30 Sapp, B 11,529.04 Sawyer, B 1,045.92 Scheil, J 53,690.61 Scheumann, M 50,079.42 Schloss, S 40,627.26 Schmitt, K 952.00 Schmitt, P 1,099.58 Schmucker, A 38,493.53 Schmucker, T 44,354.06 Schopf, K 44,085.40 Schrock, K 10,829.00 Schultz, J 35,608.95 Schwartz, D 640.00 Scott, J 937.10 Scripture, K 331.20 See, A 4,443.30 Senff, R 39,116.10 Shaw, N 23,942.02 Shelhart, S 39,116.10 Shenefield, B 46,955.63 Shepherd, R 61,247.86 Shewman, N 30,985.92 Shewman, P 47,239.05 Shingler, D 51,583.56 Shirey Jr, J 10,654.80 Shively, K 64,718.80 Shively, T 66,257.40 Skaggs, M 13,372.04 Slabaugh, M 31,510.08 Slater, G 9,960.88 Sloan, J 22,809.26 Slone, A 38,493.53 Slone, G 45,077.40 Smith, A 40,967.31 Smith, C 2,125.50 Smith, C 42,667.20 Smith, J 61,323.83 Smith, J 57,251.29 Smith, T 45,362.67 Smits, B 37,122.35 Snelling, M 49,313.55 Snyder, C 44,365.20 Sobek, J 86,475.49 Spangle, J 74,185.26 Speigle, D 26,077.89 Speigle, M 42,444.86 Spratt, C 42,041.25 Spyres, J 38,171.21 Stamm, J 49,486.21 Stamm, K 308.00 Stamm, M 948.50 Stansbury, E 37,060.66 Stavedahl, A 40,557.68 Steffe, T 52,131.08 Stinfer, S 20,070.95 Stone, A 44,493.52 Stookey, S 473.25 Stover, C 50,751.44 Strange, K 38,437.11 Strasser, S 20,044.08 Stringfellow, T 53,243.20 Strombeck, D 34,841.50 Stump, S 45,077.40 Stutzman, S 21,922.67 Sullivan, J 4,807.77 Summers, C 53,153.23 Sumpter, A 37,277.20 Taylor, A 38,317.24 Taylor, L 47,609.55 Teel, M 54,740.00 Terrell, Z 43,069.85 Thomas, J 47,975.84 Thrasher, D 29,701.88 Tilden, N 3,502.50 Tobias, J 69,725.77 Torpy, A 65,036.48
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I, Michelle Puckett, Kosciusko County Auditor, do hereby certify that the above is a true list of employee gross earnings for hspaxlp2021.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ANNEXATION BY THE TOWN OF SILVER LAKE, INDIANA
seen two red cardinals. Think what you like, they may well be strays but birds are a sure sign of spring and after the past two weekends we’re ready for a sign of some kind or another. 50 YEARS AGO, JAN. 19, 1972 Mr. and Mrs. George Auer, Sr., Milford, will have a birthday din-
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The March meeting will take place at 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 9, in the Kosciusko County Courthouse.
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The area proposed for annexation is generally at the northwest corner of Dixie Drive and Jefferson Street (State Road 15). The Annexation Area is 5 (five) acres per calculation and generally bound by Dixie Drive to the south and Jefferson Street (State Road 15) to the east. More specifically, the proposed annexation is for parcel 43-18-06-100-047.00-013 (035-025-001.H).
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and Syracuse to win the title for the second year in a row.
The complete file on the annexation including the petitioner’s request, fiscal plan and ordinance is on file for inspection in the office of the Silver Lake ClerkTreasurer located at 604 N. Jefferson St., Silver Lake, IN 46892. Documents can be reviewed Monday-Thursday between the hours of 9:00am-5:00pm and Friday 9:00am-4:00pm.Thepublichearing is open to all and the opportunity to be heard is given to all.
Employee Name YTD Gross Hill, K 1,165.00 Himes, A 36,641.80 Himes, G 23,190.51 Hinkel, M 15,527.49 Hochstetler, A 55,360.20 Hoffer, 52,498.02 Hoffert, D 248.40 Holder, W 80,296.24 Holderman, K 35,608.95 Holderman, L 10,580.06 Holderman, M 57,967.29 Hollar Jr, L 51,744.04 Hollar, M 10,103.59 Hollinger, M 47,385.33 Holloway, L 43,031.33 Holsclaw, S 22,902.92 Hoover, M 55,122.74 Horn, M 5,568.75 House, B 54,878.56 Howard MD, T 331.20 Howard, J 41,210.92 Huffman, D 53,016.08 Hutchens, J 43,644.56 Hyden, M 39,508.71 Ibarra-Villarreal, E 37,913.02 Ingle, C 8,596.63 Irwin, A 42,291.75 Irwin, J 843.39 Jackson, B 22,642.04 Jackson, D 60,145.48 Jenkins, C 40,588.00 Jensen, K 47,385.33 Jinks, C 10,979.30 Johnson, B 31,060.24 Johnson, B 43,940.33 Johnson, C 26,960.31 Johnson, E 46,142.40 Johnston, T 76,393.12 Jones, J 51,698.99 Justice, C 57,765.03 Kaszas, C 35,608.95 Kaufman, C 34,667.60 Keim, T 46,754.36 Keller, N 41,533.40 Kellogg, J 718.50 Kintzel, T 80,296.28 Kirkdorffer, D 13,127.66 Kissinger, M 81,073.16 Kittrell, P 16,839.09 Klinedinst, K 5,211.00 Klinger, B 51,946.90 Klosowski, C 44,444.62 Krugman, K 66,415.16 Krull, B 5,851.27 Kuhn, J 52,591.02 Kuhn, K 65,994.01 Kuhn, T 54,148.21 Kummer, J 41,493.53 Ladd, J 58,715.02 Ladd, J 48,378.17 Ladd, L 4,164.24 Lahr-Manifold, T 24,923.03 LaLonde, N 675.03 Lancaster, S 65,691.87 Lane, Z 43,771.90 Larsh, K 22,977.13 LeMasters, L 14,800.24 Light, D 50,667.04 Likens, N 68,076.60 Lincoln, D 47,047.70 Lindsey, E 47,826.75 Loer, J 12,000.31 Long, M 8,827.01 Long, R 41,682.24 Lowrance, A 13,423.86 Lynch, D 50,970.13 Malott, T 504.00 Maron, R 16,078.92 Marsh, C 57,344.65 Marsh, T 77,532.67 Marshall, J 72,752.58 Mayer, K 20,351.50 McBride, S 38,934.74 McConnell, T 237.81 McDowell, D 3,514.42 McGettrick, C 33,837.31 McGlennen, A 37,830.57 McKeand, C 71,861.88 McSherry, K 1,135.80 McSherry, M 90,628.23 Meade, D 7,753.71 Mediano, L 56,981.06 Medina-Conde, M 42,291.73 Melanson, W 6,932.45 Melendrez, M 6,663.96 Merrill, A 39,993.61 Metzger, S 937.10 Meza, D 54,923.92 Miller, C 36,564.46 Miller, V 1,461.00 Mitchell, J 56,798.89 Mitchell, S 8,827.01 Momeyer, R 80,296.24 Monroy, D 39,077.10 Montel, M 49,644.90 Mooney, J 47,060.55 Moorman, K 42,291.75 Moriarty, S 90,628.28 Morrison, A 10,968.14 Moyer, J 59,470.80 Mudd, S 52,550.70 Mulligan, M 70,201.01 Mullins, M 11,351.93 Murphy, J 35,696.22 Nash, G 51,866.79 Nault, B 52,991.62 Newman, M 28,178.60
S & S Truck and Auto Care is chamber Member Of The Month
ner for Joey Auer Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Auer and family, Syracuse, and Mr. and Mrs. George Auer , Jr., and family, r 3 Syracuse, will also be present.
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JAIL BOOKINGS AND TRANSPORTATION:
JAIL MANAGEMENT:
• Seized 7 vehicles and 9 firearms
• Confiscated 1,842.68 grams of methamphetamine
• Seized $39,833 in cash
• By working closely with Work Release, Probation, and Community Corrections, Sheriff Dukes has significantly lowered the jail population to an average of 248 inmates.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT/TRAINING:
• In 2020, there were 8 battery cases, 1 possession of controlled substance case, 13 criminal mischief cases, and 1 disorderly conduct case.
• In 2021, jail officers completed 2158.5 hours of training.
• The Sheriff’s Office has a staff of 26 jail officers.
• In 2021, there were 3,025 offenders booked into the Kosciusko County Jail.
During 2020 and into 2021, the prison system was not accepting sentenced inmates due to COVID. This caused a strain on county jails throughout the state. Holding inmates accountable for offenses within the jail is crucial to successful jail operation. All criminal matters result in a case report that is forwarded to the prosecutor’s office for review. The number of criminal cases involving inmates is decreasing each year because of this vigilance.
• Confiscated 25 pounds of illegal mushrooms
• In 2021, reserve deputy sheriffs completed 801 hours of training.
• The jail transport staff--made up of one full-time transport officer and one part-time transport officer—must transport prisoners to and from other jails and prisons within the state. In 2021, there were 767 transports resulting in 70,349 miles traveled.
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JAIL POPULATION:
NET43 DRUG STATS FOR 2021:
• In 2021, there were 6 battery cases, 1 drug trafficking case, and 11 criminal mischief cases.
Sheriff Kyle Dukes would like to share facts highlighting the hard work of the dedicated and professional employees at the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office over the last three years. These facts speak to their commitment to making our communities safer.
• Confiscated 109.57 grams of heroin and fentanyl
• In 2019, there were 25 battery cases, 4 possession of controlled substance cases, and 17 criminal mischief cases filed against jail inmates.
• Confiscated 4.35 grams of cocaine
• In 2021, deputy sheriffs completed over 7200 hours of training.
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• In 2019 when Sheriff Dukes took the reins of the Sheriff’s Office, there were 334 inmates housed in our county jail, which has a legal capacity of 294.
• In 2021, special deputies completed 170.5 hours of training. Dukes
Paid for by the committee to re-elect Kyle