At its meeting on Tuesday, July 19, Kosciusko County Commissioners approved Mike Cusick and Matt Metzger to serve on the board. Cusick has been appointed for four years and Metzger for two.Commissioners approved creating a county park board and department in May. The board is to consist of five members, with commissioners having the authority to appoint two.
At the meeting, Jeff Dyson said he and his business partner Nathan Scherer are working to develop the area for residential and commercial use through South Shore Ventures LLC. Helping make the request for a TIF district was Kosciusko Economic Development Corp. CEO AlanDysonTio. provided more details on what he and Scherer hope to accomplish with the development.
“I don’t think we have any choice. I’ll make a motion to approve it,” Councilman Ernie Wiggins said on the transfer. It was seconded by Councilwoman Kathleen Groninger.“It’s not an option,” Councilwoman Sue Ann Mitchell stated.
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The purpose of such a district would be to capture new property taxes within the district and use that money to assist with the development at the former golf course.
A new tax increment financing district may be formed at the site of new development at a former golf course in Syracuse.
The winner of the Queen’s Kiss from Alyssa Swanson wasn’t a relative or boyfriend. It was Carl, a young dairy calf, brought into the ring for the special honors. The kiss was purchased for $1,435 and will be split between the dairy and rabbitSwansonbarns. is the daughter of Kelley and Eric Rollo. She will be a Continued on page 2
County looks at possible TIF district in Syracuse
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Bishopsaid.will serve a four-year term and Sweeney will serve a twoyear
In May, the commissioners approved an ordinance creating the Kosciusko County Parks and Recreation Board, which is volunteer. At Thursday’s council meeting, County Auditor Michelle Puckett said the Park Board Committee met and went over the recommendations for members. As auditor, she said she has one appointment for a one-year term and her choice was Troy Turley, who has agreed to serve.
The rest of the board’s members include Rob Bishop and Aggie Sweeney, both appointed by the Kosciusko County Council; and Troy Turley, which Kosciusko County Auditor Michelle Puckett appointed. Bishop is to serve a four-year term, Sweeney for two years, and Turley for one year.
fairly new here,” she said.
Updating the council on the public safety communications project, McSherry said, “I was up there on the north site last night. The shel-
“We, as a committee, chose, and they have accepted, Aggie Sweeney as a Democratic representative, and Rob Bishop (Republican),” Truex
Truexterm.said Sweeney has a lot of experience, from grant writing to funding, discovering funding sources, management and supervision.
After the salary ordinance amendment was passed, the council approved the transfer of $2,130.32 from the sheriff’s approved holidays fund to the sheriff’s wages to fund the difference between what the council had budgeted to what was determined to be the sheriff’s new salary.
In other business, the council approved:•An additional appropriation of $313,952 out of the rainy day fund for the communication radios.
The last two members of Kosciusko County’s new county park board have been set.
Councilwoman Joni Truex said there were over 25 people who sought a position on the five-member board and she thanked each of them for applying.
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A few surprises at 4-H Sale of Champions
After the council’s meeting, Puckett explained, “Since our county sheriff is not paid by contract, he doesn’t have a contract with the county, so he has to be paid by Indiana code. So, Indiana code says he gets a certain percentage of the prosecutor’s salary. The state salaries — which the prosecutor is paid by the state — spans on a fiscal year, not a calendar year. So every year, July 1, those wages increase so then we have to come back and do a salary ordinance and transfer to cover that new increase that the state gives their employees.”
The total amount raised in this year’s auction was $484,845. Last year’s auction brought in $415.767. The Sale of Champions brought in $69,935.While a highlight is the Sale of Champions, where top dollars are donated by buyers, the fun part of the auction is the auctioning off of a kiss from the 4-H King and 4-H Queen. Each year the crowd enjoys some of the “scenes” created for these kisses — special treats for the winner, COVID distancing, smothering on the Chapstick and much
Commissioners name Cusick, Metzger to county park board
Three appointed to new Kosciusko County Park Board
Three of the seats on Kosciusko County’s new park and recreation board have been filled after the auditor announced her one appointment and the county council voted on two others Thursday evening, JulyCounty14. commissioners will announce and vote on their two appointments to the park board Tuesday, July 19.
Bishop is an avid cycler, Truex said. “Plus, he has a passion for the county, which Aggie does, too, but she’s
Commissioners also approved recommending to the Kosciusko County Council the majority of nonprofits asking for annual funds from the county for their budgets receive a 4% increase in funding for 2023.
“My business partner and I decided that we wanted to put South Shore together as a community project to benefit the community as a whole,” said Dyson. “The M.O. be-
The maximum sheriff’s annual salary for July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022, was $164,950. With the salary ordinance amendment, the maximum sheriff’s annual salary for July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023, is $170,276. However, since Dukes did not win re-election in the primary, he will only receive wages through the end of the year.
At its meeting on Thursday, July 14, the Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission approved beginning the process of laying the groundwork to create a TIF district at the site of the former South Shore Golf Course.
“We had a great turnout of individuals who wanted to serve (on) this board,” noted Kosciusko County Commissioners President Cary Groninger during Tuesday’s meeting.“Ihave talked with both these individuals. They’re excited about the opportunity to serve,” said Groninger regarding Cusick and Metzger. “They’re both very active in outdoor activities here in our county, have a heart for that. I think they would be great additions to the board that’s already been selected.”
Sheriff Kyle Dukes was not at the meeting to present the amendment, but Puckett told the council she would answer any questions they might have about it.
The only exception would be the St. Joseph River Basin Commission. Commissioners noted
The 4-H Livestock Auction culminates a year of work by 4-H’ers with livestock projects. It is here businesses and community members show their support financially for the hard work and efforts put in by the 4-H’ers. This year’s auction was held Friday, July 15.
In another matter, the council also approved a 2022 salary ordinance amendment for the sheriff’s salary and made it clear it was not something they wanted to do, by a vote of 6-1. Councilman Mike Long voted against it.
hind the whole thing is live, work, play. We wanted to create an opportunity for housing because there is a huge housing need in the community, like Alan said, between singlefamily homes, apartments, whether it be“Wemulti-family.alsohavea need for integrating the youth, so we have dedicated 20 acres of the overall property to Lakeland Youth Center. They’re going to be working with Boys and Girls Club to also create a facility for after-school activities and youth activities on the property,” continued Dyson. “We’re also integrating other parts of the community such as WACF (Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation) … walking trails and have beautification throughout the“Andproperty.thefinal aspect of it is the commercial aspect where we can incorporate, whether it’s boutique shopping, whether it’s professional services,” said Dyson. “Those are still yet to be seen through, whether it’s developers or other people that have shared vision for the overall property.”Nolong-term decisions were madeTheThursday.commission’s next meeting is 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at the Kosciusko County Courthouse’s Old Courtroom.
In other business:
Swanson had the supreme reserve champion dairy winner, which netted her $2,525. She is a member of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers.ThePremium Auction followed the Sale of Champions. This year there were 284 premium lots sold.
place in the water. Jonsson noted the increased salary will help, but he can’t guarantee anyone will apply for the job.
ter’s delivered. We have about 80foot of tower put together on the ground and the steel was all delivered Wednesday, so that’s a plus.”
from Cottage Watchman Security Systems, Pierceton, on the cost of having cameras at one site.
A transfer of $43,597 from the Kosciusko County Highway Department’s worker’s compensation insurance to its liability insurance.
Brynn Van Laeken received $5,070 for her grand champion market chicken. She is a member of the Milford Helping Hands and daughter of Michael and Cheryl VanTheLaeken.grand champion market duck, shown by Addison Goon, daughter of Joel and Stacie Goon, brought $3,370. She is a member of Leesburg Mighty Farmers.
Commissioners
The only bid for the Lakeside Drive Water Main Loop shocked both the Syracuse Town Council and Mark Aurich, public works superintendent, when it was presented during the council’s regular meeting Tuesday night, July 19.
The Highway Department to apply for a 100% reimbursable $40,000 at-grade crossing grant. The grant could cover all the paint markings on the road that identify railroadEmergencycrossings.Management Director Ed Rock to apply for the Hazardous Materials Emergency Planning grant the county does annually. The grant is for $20,000.
the entity didn’t request an increase, and it had received a large increase a while back. Thus commissioners are recommending the commission receive $3,705 from the county in 2023 as it did forIn2022.other business, commissioners:Approved a bid brought by the Kosciusko County Health Department’s Bill Baxter to demolish dilapidated buildings at 9020 S. Smalley Lane, Claypool. Baxter brought three bids: Chuck Shane Excavating, $8,500; Site Works Services, $6,500; and Greene Excavating, $4,974. Commissioners selected the lowest one from GreeneApprovedExcavating.spending $250,000 of the county’s American Rescue Plan Act funds received from the federal government on bulk storage and sludge equipment for the Lakeland Regional Sewer District. The county’s ARPA committee had recommended spending funds for those uses.
Solid waste district plans to add cameras at Syracuse drop-off site
During a July 19 board meeting, Recycling Depot Director Tom Ganser said he received a proposal
The depot is also considering adding surveillance cameras at the North Webster site in the future.
meeting take place in August, with bids opened in September and an award made in October.
In the department reports, Wilkinson informed the council he received a request from the St. Joseph River Basin for a donation of $140. This is an annual request. Bill Musser, council president, instructed Wilkinson to handle it.
Delany Shriver received $1,625 for her grand champion dairy market goat. She is the daughter of David and Cami Shriver. She is a member of Claypool Classics.
A transfer of $58,825 from the county cumulative capital development fund’s land and improvements fund to the property liability insurance. This was due to an increase in the county’s insurance.
By the end of the day Thursday, she said she believes 100 feet of tower will be erected on the north site.They are scheduling the steel to be delivered to the central site. “So we’re seeing some progress in that regard with the towers,” McSherry stated.Council also approved:
The reserve grand champion dairy beef steer was shown by Taelyn Tom, daughter of Chad and Amanda Tom. The steer brought $3,675. Tom is a member of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers.
The King’s Kiss raised $1,725 which will be split between the beef and sheep Lechlitnerbarns.isthe son of Fred and Heather Lechlitner. He will be a junior at NorthWood High School. He is an eighth-year 4-H’er and is a member of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers and Kosciusko County 4-H Junior Leaders clubs.
For the KCSO to apply for a $20,000 reimbursement grant from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. The grant will help purchase equipment for the dive team.The transfer of $10,000 from the county dispatch part-time fund to its overtime fund, as requested by Central Dispatch Director of Operations Sarah Lancaster. This is due to staffing shortages.
Scott noted there were no issues on the Fourth of July and the department sold out of pork chops at its annual barbecue within 2 1/2 hours.
Even the bidding was a bit unusual. No adults were bidding. Instead, bids were being placed by toddlers, who as it turned out, were cousins and children of friends involved in 4-H. However, the toddlers and Rowland were not to be outdone. Gabe Ayres and Brian Zehring came up to the booth and gave Lechlitner some cash and cornered the king for kisses.
Kaleb Kline had the grand champion market turkey, which was sold for $2,325. He is the son of Duane and Rickell Kline. He is a member
The first step to annexing the Eagles property, Syracuse Elementary School and the residence across from the Eagles was taken with an introduction of the annexation ordinance.
Milford holds budget workshops for 2023
In other business, Ganser said prior to the meeting, he sent all the board members bid specifications for a residential drop-off contract.
Gall then presented the clerk’s budget. She expects a 0.65% decrease to $373,811.37. The clerk’s budget includes the fire department, hydrant rental and trash removal, with the latter rising 3% and the town expected to add 33 houses with the annexation of the remainder of the North Park subdivision. Gall will also be hiring a part-time employee for 20 hours per week.
Fire territory acquiring former theater in North Webster
Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District’s next meeting is at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16.
As almost always, the grand champion beef steer brought the top dollar at the auction. This year’s grand champion beef steer was shown by Haley Nelson and brought $12,275. Nelson is the daughter of Scott and Jenny Nelson and a member of the Mentone United 4-H Club.
“The results that we’ve had here
in Also2023. on Monday, Water, Street and Park Superintendent Steven Marquart presented his projections to the council, starting with street, which will likely see a 4.24% increase to $457,055 due to a 4% wage increase. Marquart also hopes to repair the street sweeper at a cost of $5,000 and construct a salt storage building for around $35,000. Other costs include the addition of a plow to the 2021 town truck and other machinery costs of roughly $10,000. On the water side, Marquart projected a 7.48% decrease, due to the loss of an employee, for a total of $295,560.Thepark budget will likely see a 0.78% decrease for a total of $50,184.Town Marshal Derek Kreider projected a 6.14% increase to $555,210, which includes a 4% increase in deputies’ salaries and does not include Kreider. Gall noted the department has been “spending more than it is receiving” in recent years.On Tuesday, Wastewater Superintendent Mark Brubaker presented his budget, which is expected to increase by 6.03% to $670,882.50, the result of wage increases as well as the rising costs of chemicals and camera work to examine aging sewer lines. Brubaker also noted the wastewater plant is saving close to $2,000 per month in electricity, the result of more efficient use of digester blowers.
The reserve grand champion beef steer, shown by Gentry Bouse, brought $7,050. Bouse is the son of Tyler and Missy Bouse and a member of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers.Ella Jarrett, daughter of David and Angie Jarrett, had the grand champion rabbit meat pen. She received $4,240 at the auction. She is a member of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers.Thereserve grand champion rabbit meat pen, shown by Elena Lawrence, was auctioned off for $1,095. She is the daughter of Chad and Erin Lawrence and a member of the Lucky Lassies & Lads 4-H Club.
During Tuesday night’s meeting of the Tippecanoe Township Fire Territory Advisory Board, Township Trustee Chris Francis provided an update on the township’s ongoing efforts to purchase the former theater to the north of the Tippecanoe Township Fire Territory Station on North Main Street in North Webster.
to be shelved for the time being. After some discussion, the council approved Aurich spending $70,000 on materials and to get with Commonwealth Engineering to look at alternatives to rebidding the project later thisThewinter.council approved an ordinance for an additional appropriation to fund the Huntington Lift Station project.
There were 15 champions sold during the Sale of Champions.
Brock Fraley had the Supreme Grand Champion Dairy winner. He received $5,505 from the auction. He is the son of Shelly Kammerer and Kevin Fraley and a member of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers.
The American Rescue Plan Act additional appropriations as presented by McSherry. The expenditures include $68,460 for the Animal Welfare League cat house building renovation; $7,318, IT AuthPoint license reimbursement; $10,293, IT AuthPoint additional licenses; $31,580, IT Meraki Access Points; $54,691, network switches; and $100,000 for Secure Email Service.
Approved allowing Kosciusko County Highway Department Superintendent Steve Moriarty to apply for an Indiana Department of Transportation Community Crossings Matching Grant to repave East Old Road 30 from SR 13 to CR 400E and Pierceton Road from Winona Lake’s city limits to Pierceton’s city limits.
The Syracuse Redevelopment Commission held a brief public hearing on the Oakwood and Allen Residential Economic Development areas during its regular meeting Tuesday night, July 19. No members of the public were present for the hearing.
Through the Kosciusko County “Heart of 4-H’ Program, $7,191.06 was donated back to the community through the Battle of the Barns Competition and/or through direct 4-H’er deducts from their personal auction proceeds. Five hogs were donated through this program as well. The auction committee works with Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry to distribute meat products to food pantries. The 4-H’ers donating their pigs were Cameron Zimmerman, Anna Seewald, Beau Goshert, Morgan Himes and Haley Nelson, which totaled 550 pounds of sausage, a value of $1,974.50.
The board also approved consent for assignment of their recycling contract to GFL Environmental USA. Whitley Environmental, the recycling depot’s prior contractor, was purchased by GFL.
Monday’s meeting started with Milford Volunteer Fire Department, which projects a $93,250 budget, an 11.6% increase due to rising clothing, fuel and office supply costs. The town is also looking to replace its pumper truck, which is expected to cost $635,000 with a one-year lag time.
PERF plan. The plan would provide department members with a more comprehensive retirement benefit plan. Additionally, it would make TTFT a more desirable destination for employees of other jurisdictions that utilize 77 PERF, as the plan is directly transferable.
• Jonna Stamm was sworn in as a full-time employee of TTFT. Stamm recently completed her six-month probationary period.
because it’s in your budget doesn’t mean you have to spend it.”
Jason Moore, son of Tim and Janet Moore, had the grand champion milking dairy goat. The auction brought him $1,625. He is a member of the Kosciusko County Goat Club.The reserve grand champion market lamb brought $6,280 for Landon Bewley, son of Trent and Katie Ayres. He is a member of the Silver Lake Rambling Farmers.
The council approved a speed limit of 20 mph in Kerns Crossing.
The grand champion specialty goat, shown by Colton Martin, son of Rob and Megan Martin, raised $5,340. He is a member of the Lucky Lassies & Lads 4-H Club.
Town Clerk/Treasurer Tricial Gall noted the projected budgets still require approval at the state level and budget hearings will be held. Furthermore, at the July 19 meeting, Gall pointed out, “Just
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Claims were paid for the ballpark; engineering for the north water tower improvements; a bond for Jeff Goralczyk, board member; and work on the Main
and Railroad streets project. Siegel questioned where funds for paving North Road were coming from. David Wilkinson, town manager, explained the funds will come from the general paving fund. Siegel noted there isn’t enough room on North Road for two semi trucks to pass each other.Police Chief Jim Layne said semi trucks should stop using North Road and use Polywood Way now that the new building is completed. Siegel recommended looking at expanding North Road, but Wilkinson said he wasn’t sure what Polywood’s plans were for the area and he questioned whether there’s even enough room to expand the road.
Aurich made two requests in his public works report. The first regarded flow modeling, where Commonwealth Engineering will go through the system with pressure gages looking for potential weaknesses. The cost of the project is $55,000. The council approved the expenditure.Thesecond request was for $22,800 for a Local Technical Assistance Program evaluation and reading. Aurich will also undergo LTAP training to be the town’s LTAP representative. LTAP is a report to the Indiana Department of Transportation covering the condition of roads and streets in a town. The project will be funded through local road and streets and will be complete by the end of the year.
Once acquired, the township plans to demolish the property, located at 214 N. Main St., as its present condition has been deemed unrepairable. The building most recently housed The Rustic Mermaid retail store.
The Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District approved adding more funds to the district’s 2023 budget for the establishment of surveillance cameras at the Syracuse drop-off site.
Aurich told the council it was anticipated the bid would be high, but this bid was more than double the $315,000 budgeted for the project. HRP Construction out of South Bend provided a base bid and two alternative bids based on the town purchasing the materials for the project.Thebase bid was for $797,694.60 for labor, $53,112.35 for materials, totaling $850,806.95. Alternative bid No. 1 was for $726,182.60 for labor, $46,117.35 for materials, totaling $772,299.95. Alternative bid No. 2 was for $711,812.60 for labor, $58,272.35 for materials for a total of $770,084.95. With the addition of Commonwealth’s engineering fees the cost of the project would be over $900,000.Christopher Harrison, business development manager for Commonwealth Engineering, told the council the bid was exceptionally high, far higher than anything he has ever seen. After the original estimate of $315,000, Commonwealth Engineering was told to presume an increase of 7% per month since the original estimate was determined. Harrison noted this increase far exceeded that advice.
of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers.
The Commissioners’ next meeting is 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, in the Kosciusko County Courthouse’s Old Courtroom.
Bid for water project shocks Syracuse Town Council
Aurich told the council, due to the proposed bid, the project would have
Ganser said there would also be a monthly service charge for cellular service at the site, which would cost around $100 a month. He suggested adding funds to the recycling station improvements section of the 2023 budget for setting up cameras at the Syracuse site.
• The board received an update from Tippecanoe Township Fire Territory Fire Chief Jeremy Likens on the department joining the 77
Police Chief Jim Layne told the council the Fourth of July went well. He noted the police department’s gas budget is at 37% for the remainder of the year. He requested an appropriation of $10,000 from the general fund to cover the department until the end of the year. The appropriation must be advertised and the council will address the matter at its AugustChadmeeting.Jonsson, park superintendent, reported there were about 350 participants at this year’s Tours des Lakes. The Kiwanis Triathlon is set for Saturday, July 30. The town garage sales will be Aug. 4-6. Participants do not need a permit; however, if they wish to be listed on the sales list, they need to call the park department this week at (574) 4573440.Progress continues at the ballpark. The playground has been installed and seeding is taking place. Most of the concrete work is done. The contractor has stated the project will be complete in late August.
The fire department’s budget is paid by Milford Town Council and Van Buren and Jefferson townships, the latter of which is expected to cover an increased proportion
A few surprises
He recommended that a pre-bid
(at the Warsaw site), the camera system makes a measurable difference in contamination and dumping,” said Ganser.
senior at Warsaw Community High School. Swanson is a ninth-year 4-H’er and a member of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers 4-H Club.
For the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office to apply for a $24,000 grant from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security. The grant would help purchase portable ballistic shields.
• The fire territory continued its ongoing discussion of a new well to benefit the department. The size of the well will depend on the viability of the new location.
• Likens informed the board that TTFT performed 61 EMS runs, 35 fire runs and four contracted runs into Noble County during the month of June.•The 2023 budget meeting for TTFT will take place at 1:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4.
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Mickey Scott presented the fire territory’s operation budget of $2,433,471 and equipment budget of $900,000. The council approved both. Increases in the budget included fuel and salaries.
Francis said he has acquired two appraisals on the property, which were in the range of the agreed-upon purchase price of $50,000. He said the purchase agreement is in hand and only requires the signature of the seller before it can be taken to the title company for transfer.
Councilman Larry Siegel asked about lifeguards for next year, noting a number of issues have taken place at Lakeside Park, including boats beaching on the beach, people on personal watercraft coming through the swimming area when people are in the water and fist fights taking
Milford Town Council held special meetings July 18-19 in Town Hall to conduct workshops in preparation for the 2023 budget. Generally, the council expects a roughly 4% increase across the board to accommodate wage increases.
Dave Wilkinson, town manager, explained the next step is to hold a public hearing. The entire process should be complete by October.
Not to be outdone, 4-H King Caleb Lechlitner set up a kissing booth in front of the auction stand. 4-H Princess Reese Rowland arrived at the booth, gave him $5 and snuck a kiss.
Jared Beer, son of Marc and Jodi Beer, had the grand champion dairy beef steer. It brought $4,475 in the auction. He is a member of Milford Helping Hands 4-H Club.
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• Firefighter/EMT Adam Doyle was approved to take part in swift water rescue training in September. The cost for equipment and the class is approximately $2,000 and will be paid for through the territory’s training budget.
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The council also approved an ordinance repealing a previously imposed utility receipts tax by the state. Town Attorney Jay Rigdon explained the state repealed the tax and required all municipalities to repeal it in July.
For the remainder of the meeting Clerk-Treasurer Virginia Cazier reviewed the claims at Larry Siegel’s request. Siegel is the president of the Syracuse Redevelopment Commission.
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Dennis L. Huffman, 81, North Webster, died Saturday, July 16, Arrangements2022. are currently pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster.
lief Plan Act funds, so it does not directly affect local taxpayers. The council unanimously approved the expenditure.Algeralso reminded the council she would be resigning and turning over her duties to Mike Noe in September. She will be transitioning her responsibilities to Noe during the next month.
29. Prize drawings will occur Monday, Aug. 1.
18.The next regular monthly meeting of the council will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at the North Webster Community Center.
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Alan Tio, CEO of Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation, offered a brief presentation on KEDCO’s Q updates, including its continued work to bring businesses and industry to Kosciusko County. The council has scheduled budget hearings for Sept. 20 and Oct.
Jerry C. Lowe, 90, Bonita Springs, Fla., and Syracuse, went to heaven April 12, 2022. He had multiple health problems he could not recover from.
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Obituaries
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Wes and Danae Burkholder, Milford, are the parents of a son, Boone Davis, born at 7:26 p.m. July 12, 2022, at Goshen Hospital. He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Craig Berndt will visit the library at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 30, to share some local history in the downstairs meeting room. He will have a PowerPoint presentation about the Syracuse and Milford Railways, an industrial service railroad that operated between the town of Syracuse and Waubee Lake from 1907 until 1922. This program is free and open to anyone with an interest in local history and trains.
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In a written report issued by Town Marshal Greg Church, it was noted that officers submitted 738 paid hours in June. They responded to 219 calls for service.
In other business, Larry Kinsey submitted a paid invoice for landscaping work he had done on townowned property near his home on Mulberry Street. He had brought the issue to the council’s attention earlier this year and it was agreed that once it was completed the town would consider using rainy day funds to help pay for the expenditure. The council agreed to split the total costs of $1,000.58 with Kinsey.
He was born July 23, 1931, to Mildred Delano and George B. Lowe in Pierceton.
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Jim served his country as a U.S. Navy lieutenant in the 1950s.
Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 21, at Ligonier United Methodist Church, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. A reception will follow. Private interment at Oakpark Cemetery in Ligonier will follow the reception. Arrangements are with Yeager Funeral Home in Ligonier.
Doris Gene Ferrari
Janet was a very talented quilter and seamstress, being a member of the Lakeland Quilt Club in North Webster. She was also very involved in the Friends of the Library in North Webster. Gardening was truly her passion. She had many flower beds of gorgeous flowers at home that she took care of. She also enjoyed sitting outside and watching the birds, especially hummingbirds and the Baltimore orioles.
Doris Gene (Jean) LeCount Alber Ferrari, 97, San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Ligonier, passed away peacefully on Aug. 18, 2021.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Helen Schermerhorn and Kathryn Juday Spahr; and one brother, Paul LeCount.
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He was born May 25, 1933, in Indianapolis. He married Sally Johnson, who preceded him in death in 2004.
Joel Sawyer
Joel Sawyer, 59, Syracuse died Friday, July 15, 2022, in his residence.Arrangements are currently pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.
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Jim is survived by sons, John and Tom (Irene); daughter, Lucy (Steve) Miller; seven grandchildren; and sister, Suzanne (Ronald) Gerstl.He was preceded in death by a grandson, Tom, in 2001; and his longtime love, Sally Johnson, in 2004.
In the Garden embarks on a new field trip to WACF’s Between-the-Lakes Preserve at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 28. Group members should plan to meet at the preserve before taking a walk to observe local pollinators at work. Contact Becky Brower at bbrower@syracuse.lib.in.us for more information.
Born in Pontiac, Mich., on Aug. 28, 1948, she was one of the children of William and Laura Guinn (Fenner). She was a 1966 graduate of Waterford Kettering High School and went on to attend Ferris College. On Aug. 31, 1968, she was united in marriage in Waterford to her true love, Dennis Richcreek, and together they raised their daughter, Kathleen. The couple moved to North Webster in 1971.Janet was the secretary at Calvary Baptist Church for over 13 years and also volunteered as a teacher’s aide at North Webster Elementary. Janet was a member of the Country Bible Church.
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Following her marriage to Col. Ferrari in 1978, she moved to San Antonio, Texas, where she led an active life. She volunteered as a tutor at Lockhill Elementary School. One of her favorite pastimes was flower gardening, so it was natural for her to join the Hunters Creek Garden Club.
Doris Gene graduated from Manchester College, North Manchester, with a B.S. in education in 1947. She started her teaching career in Avilla and then moved to the elementary school in Ligonier, where she retired in 1978 after 29 years of teaching.
Jerry graduated from Syracuse High School in 1949. He was a proud veteran of U.S. Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. When he returned home, he married Serita Kay Wertenberger of Warsaw. They had three children, George Lowe (deceased), Mary Lowe-Aker of Knoxville, Tenn., and Linda (Steve) Lowe-Yoder of Syracuse; daughter-in-law, Sue; grandchildren, Lauren (Ryan) Benker, Jamie Aker, Kaitlyn Lowe, Aaron (Megan) Yoder, Alicia and Ryan; and great-grandchildren, Samson Aker, Julian Benker, Issac, Ellie and Ayla.Jerry retired from the Postal Service in Syracuse. He was a member of the Shriners of Cromwell for 50 years, American Legion and served as second district commander, 40/8, Masonic Lodge. He also attended Pierceton Baptist Church for many years as a young boy. He always believed in a higher power and was baptized two times; one time in front of his home in Lake Wawasee. He loved to fish, bowl and go to the casino with Kay, his wife of 66Militaryyears. service is being planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, July 23, at McClintic Cemetery Old Road 8, also known as Hatchery Road in Syracuse.Arrangements are being handled by Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse. To sign Jerry’s guest register or to leave online condolences, please visit eastlundfuneralhome.com.
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To make a donation in Janet’s honor, memorial gifts are appreciated to the Country Bible Church.
Doris Gene was active with the Assistance League of San Antonio for many years. She was a member of University United Methodist Church, where she participated in Bible study, Sunday school and other activities. She mentored children through the San Antonio Education Partnership program that her husband, Col. Vic Ferrari, started through USAA in conjunction with the military bases in San Antonio.
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Janet P. Richcreek
Cassandra “Cassie” J. Doerr, 29, Leesburg, died Sunday, July 17, Arrangements2022. are currently pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster.
Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, at The Historic Ellenberger Office Building, 130 W. Market St., Bluffton. Visitation will continue from 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, at the First United Methodist Church in Bluffton. Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, at the church with Pastor Ed Schwartz officiating.
To honor Ken’s love for horse pulling, a team of horses will take him to the Six Mile Cemetery in Bluffton for the final committal service.
Show Your Support Warriors Nutrition, 726 S. Huntington St., will host a giveback day benefitting Syracuse Public Library from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Sunday, July 31. During that time frame, $1 per mega bomb or mega combo sold will be given back to the library. There will also be a tip jar for anyone wanting to leave extra donations toward the library’s community outdoor space project.
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In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Doris Gene Alber Ferrari Scholarship or Ligonier Public Library, Community Foundation of Noble County, 1599 Lincolnway South, Ligonier, IN 46767 or at cfnoble.org/donate-now/donate-online.
Jim will be remembered at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at Syracuse Cemetery. His family will have a second memorial July 27 at Forest Hill Cemetery in Madison, Wis., where Jim’s ashes will be buried with Sally.
At 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, the young adult book club will meet to discuss “Stain” by A. G. Howard and work on book journals.The anime club meets from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, July 28, to watch anime and create soot spriteYoungheadbands.adultsshould turn in their pages read by Friday, July
The online basket auction to help transform the lot also continues on the Syracuse Public Library’s Facebook page from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays. The “Date Night” basket — featuring gift certificates to Kiyomi and Dynamic Floral, romantic movies donated by the Friends of the Syracuse Public Library and candies from Coffee Depot — will be auctioned off Tuesday, July 26.
James Ehle Lesh, 88, passed away Dec. 5, 2021, in Jupiter, Fla.
Young adults and new adults can sign up to create a collage featuring their pet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 26; be sure to submit a photo of your pet prior to the art project so the library can print it beforehand.
Janet P. Richcreek (Guinn), North Webster, passed away peacefully in her home Friday, July 15, 2022, at the age of 73.
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She is survived by her loving daughters, Jane (Joseph) Reinke of Mounds View, Minn., Susan (Steven) Brizius of North Royalton, Ohio, and Rebecca (Douglas) Smock of San Antonio, Texas; six grandchildren, Sarah (Kale) Schulz of Brecksville, Ohio, Jennifer Brizius of Lakewood, Ohio, Megan Smock of Fort Worth, Texas, Casey (Griffin) Kirchner of Fort Worth, Texas, Joseph (Rebecca) Reinke of St. Paul, Minn., and Jesse (Sarah) Reinke of New Richmond, Wis.; two great-grandchildren, Lucas and Adelyn Schulz of Brecksville, Ohio; and nieces, nephews and one cousin.
James Curtis was sworn in as North Webster’s newest law enforcement officer during the regular monthly meeting of the North Webster Town Council on Tuesday evening, July 19. Town attorney Jack Birch had the honor to swear Curtis in as the town’s newest employee.During the department reports, Jayne Alger of Inframark noted that recent storms created a loss of power at Epworth Forest for more than 24 hours, but that everything was maintained so “we didn’t have any big problems.” She added, “We had trees on houses, trees on streets, trees on wires and still have brush sitting around that needs to be picked up, but our guys managed to work at it and got a lot of the mess cleaned up in a timely manner.”Algerinformed the council she has ordered the lift station panels for Epworth Forest E2, E3 and E4 that were talked about in last month’s meeting, and that the expected arrival date is the end of January. She suggested the council approve her ordering the panel for lift station 6, considering the lead time for delivery. The cost is approximately $65,000, which is more expensive than the other three. The money used to pay for the repair comes from the American Re-
Doris Gene had a passion for helping others learn. When her first husband was tragically killed, she established a memorial scholarship through the Indiana University School of Dentistry to assist students studying dental professions. When Col. Ferrari, her second husband, passed away, she established a memorial scholarship for San Antonio high school students to attend college. She also established a scholarship in Ligonier to benefit West Noble High School students pursuing post-secondary education.
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Along with her husband Dennis, those who survive with her memories to cherish are her daughter, Kathleen (Ron) Baker; grandchildren, Madelyn and Garret Tucco; sister, Karen Little; and brother, James and Jack Guinn. She is further survived by many extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by herOwenparents.Family Funeral Home is entrusted with the care of Janet. Friends and family may gather from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at Country Bible Church, 8766 E. 500N, North Webster. The memorial service will begin at noon with Pastor Myron Drent officiating.
Brothers Inc. in Bluffton. He had resided at Lake Wawasee for many years.
Summer blew by this year at the Syracuse Public Library, with summer reading programming wrapping up the week of JulyChildren25. are encouraged to test their ocean knowledge during Make It Monday’s trivia game at 3 p.m. July 25. Whale of a Tale Storytime will feature a pirate pajama party at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 27; don’t forget to wear your pajamas. Older children can practice reading out loud to Baylee, the reading dog, at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 28. The week culminates on Friday, July 29, during the end of summer reading party. From 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., join the library for water carnival games, Oreo face races, splatter painting and a bubble station. Snow cones will also be served from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Be sure to turn in your summer reading cards by Friday, July 29, so you can be entered into raffles for fantastic prizes. The end of summer reading party is also the last chance to earn a program raffle ticket. Raffle winners will be drawn Monday, Aug. 1.
Cassandra J. Doerr
She was born Feb. 4, 1924, in Wawaka, the daughter of Jesse and Florence (Miller) LeCount. She married Dr. Robert J. Alber on June 4, 1949, who preceded her in death on July 31, 1970, and remarried to Col. Victor J. Ferrari on Sept. 3, 1978, until his death on May 5, 2007.
The “Treat Yo Self” basket follows on Friday, July 29. It contains gift cards from Warriors Nutrition, A Touch of Beauty and Los Toritos; library staff also donated several self-care items like candles, pillow spray and lotion. Leave bids in your preferred basket’s comment section.
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July 14 — Bryan David Trager, 59, North Webster, booked for habitual traffic violator. Bond $5,250 surety cash.
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1100 block South Harkless Drive, Syracuse. Gary Lynn Fry, 21, South CR 600W, Topeka, was arrested for public intoxication and criminal mischief. Police were called to the overflow parking lot of The Frog when witnesses observed Fry hit and kick a vehicle repeatedly and pull the front passenger side door handle off the vehicle. He was also observed hitting the hood of a Dodge truck and a Ford truck. He additionally assaulted several individuals and attempted to assault several others. Those people did not wish to press charges. Bond $600 cash.
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Leesburg woman killed in crash
3:47 a.m. Sunday, reporting a single-vehicle collision, southwest of Warsaw.According to preliminary results of the ongoing investigation by the KSCO Fatal Team, Doerr was operating a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee southbound on SR 25.
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents and incidents:
The man told the officer his credit card was used at the Speedway location in Pierceton and the Warsaw Walmart.
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk of the Court Ann Torpy: Craig-Jungbauer
scene, the deputy spoke with a woman who said she had been in an altercation withAccordingBella. to court documents, the woman said Bella had been drinking alcoholic beverages most of the day and was not in his normal state of mind. Bella began a verbal argument in a bedroom and then pushed the woman in the chest area. A child entered the room and asked what happened. The woman told the child to leave because
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she was talking with Bella. Bella then got face to face with the woman and began to scream at her. When the woman attempted to leave, Bella pushed the woman in the chest again, causing her to fall to the bedroom floor. The child entered the room a second time and told Bella to not hurt the woman.
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8:49 a.m. Tuesday, July 12, 400 block South Sycamore Street, Syracuse. Leonard Kline reported a broken window at his business.
Cassandra J. Doerr, 29, Leesburg, died in a single-vehicle crash early Sunday, July 17. The crash was on SR 25, south of Ferguson Road, Warsaw.
County Sheriff’s Office spoke with a man who said Dean and a woman stole his 2012 Chevrolet pickup truck Aug. 10, 2019.
7:09 p.m. Friday, July 15, 400 block West Wildwood Drive, Syracuse. William Souder reported fraud by way of a phone scam.8:08 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 1000 block North Long Drive, Syracuse. Officials with the Syracuse Community Center reported a bench was thrown into the lake along with two trail signs destroyed.
The vehicle left the east side of SR 25 and rolled over several times, coming to rest a significant distance from the roadway.
July 17 — Ajay Turner Irwin, 19, 4139 E. 1300N, Syracuse, booked for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Bond $700 cash.July 16 — Kenneth Ray Stanton, 51, 10745 N. Grove Road, Milford, booked for misdemeanor probation violation. Bond $5,250 surety cash.
Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: Incident
The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Harper-Bowers — Cheryl Harper, Syracuse, and John B. Bowers, Wichita, Kan. Married Feb. 19, 2017; separated no date listed. No minor children.
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12:54 p.m. Friday, July 15, North East Wawasee Drive, north of East CR 1250N, Cromwell. Drivers: Travis D. Mickem, 34, EMS W17 Lane, North Webster; and Joshua CortezSecundo, 27, Portage Lane, Elkhart. Mickem was traveling east on East CR 1250N when he disregarded a stop sign at the intersection of North East Wawasee Drive. Mickem’s vehicle hit Cortez-Secundo’s. No injuries were reported in the accident. Damage up to $25,000.
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When the woman called 911, Bella took the woman’s phone, disconnected the call and then broke her phone. The woman described being in pain as a result of the physical altercation. The deputy then spoke with the child about the incident. The child, who appeared to be visibly shaken, said Bella started pulling at the child’s clothes. This resulted in the child falling to the ground during the altercation.For this case, Bella was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail July 12, with a $10,250 surety and cash bond.
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3:16 p.m. Saturday, July 16, 300 block North Huntington Street, Syracuse Randy J. Keck, North Acorn Street, Syracuse, reported the theft of chain saws, leaf blower, hedge trimmer, shovel, rake, broom, motorcycle cover, ratchet strap and come-along for a ratchet strap. Value $2,174.
3:45 a.m. Monday, July 11, 200 block South Huntington Street, Syracuse. Carlos H. De Paz Chavez, Harrison Street, Elkhart, reported being struck in the face twice by another individual.1:40a.m. Sunday, July 10, 1100 block South Harkless Drive, Syracuse. A female reported being assaulted by two other females.
All charges made by law enforcement are allegations and individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Mobile home fire in Enchanted Hills
The interior of the home sustained smoke and fire damage.
July 13 — Luis Felipe, 38, 206 E. North St., North Webster, booked for operating a vehicle without ever obtaining a license. Bond $500 cash.
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The Monticello Police Department in Wayne County, Ky., found the man’s truck at a Walmart and arrested Dean andDeanBurnworth.wasbooked locally for this case July 14, with an $11,000 surety and cash bond.
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5:18 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 5500 block CR 450N, Leesburg. John Hinderliter reported criminal mischief to his property.
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10:18 a.m. Wednesday, July 13, 400 block West Fourth Street, Milford. Reynaldo Pena, West Syracuse Street, Milford, reported his storage unit was broken into. Missing was a variety of audio equipment, lawn and garden equipment and household items. Value $7,290.
According to court documents, the man said sometime Aug. 9, 2019, Dean and Burnworth had removed all their belongings from his residence and left in his truck. They also stole the man’s credit card.
4:08 a.m. Monday, July 18, East CR 1400N, east of North Haiden Drive, Syracuse. Police received a report of a disabled
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The following person was booked in Elkhart County Jail: July 12 — Zachary Allen Kaufman, 23, 68167 Clunette St., New Paris, booked for possession of meth. No bond listed.
The following person was booked in Noble County Jail: July 13 — Abel Villegas, 33, 3757 N. 900W, Cromwell. No charges listed. No bond listed.
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The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office 911 Communications Center received several calls around
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The woman is identified as Amber L. Burnworth, Warsaw. The man said Dean and Burnworth had been staying at his residence for the prior two months.
Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accidents, incidents and made the following arrest:
The following infractions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding — Elianna G. Newhouse, Leesburg, $160.50
11:46 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 8600 block East Backwater Road, North Webster. Officials with Utiliquest reported the theft of electronic equipment. Value $9,500.
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1:18 a.m. Sunday, July 17, 1100 block South Harkless Drive, Syracuse. Laura Kolakowski-Kaufman, EMS D12 Lane, Syracuse, reported damage to her vehicle while parked in a parking lot. Damage estimated up to $15,000.
Firefighters responding to the scene found heavy smoke coming from the mobile home and fire.Tippecanoe Township Fire Territory and Cromwell Fire Department were called for tanker and manpower assistance. The fire was quickly knocked down
Turkey Creek Fire Territory was called to a mobile home fire at 3:06 p.m. Saturday, July 16. The fire was reported at 9752 E. Excalibur Place in Enchanted Hills.
No one was reportedly home when the fire was reported.
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with no damage to nearby mobileREMChomes.and NIPSCO were called to the scene to shut off the gas and electricity.
Doerr was the sole occupant of the vehicle. She was pronounced dead at the scene by the Kosciusko County Coroner’s Office.
A Syracuse man was recently arrested after allegedly battering a child and a woman.
Andrew Peter Bella Jr., 36, 11256 N. 450E, Syracuse, is charged with domestic battery to a person less than 14 years of age by a person at least 18 years of age and domestic battery with a child under 16 present, both Level 6 felonies; and interference with the reporting
The following people were booked in Kosciusko County Jail:July 18 — Brooke Slone, 32, 231 EMS B40A Lane, Leesburg, booked for possession of methamphetamine. Bond $5,250 surety and cash.
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The following person was booked in Whitley County Jail: July 17 — Russell Weldon Leach, 52, Leesburg, booked for violating probation. No bond.
There were also failed attempts of the card’s usage at Tipton; Hebron, Ky.; and Georgetown, Ky. A KCSO officer received surveillance video from Speedway and the Warsaw Walmart, identifying Dean as the person using the stolen credit card.
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2:11 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, 700 block East Medusa Street, Syracuse. Jeffrey Atwood reported trash bins missing. Value $200.
vehicle. They found a 2017 Kia, registered to Jasmine Gonzalez, North Harrison Street, Goshen, had gone off the roadway, hitting a NIPSCO pole and Mediacom box. The driver of the vehicle was not located, nor was contact information available for the registered owner. Damage up to $10,000. 3:24 p.m. Sunday, July 17, East Pearl Street, west of North Huntington Street, Syracuse. Drivers: Sue A. Warrick, 84, North Street, Syracuse; Rachel G. Leininger, 21, North Birdie Court, Syracuse; and Clay W. Rassi, 49, North Shore Lane, Syracuse. Warrick didn’t see Leininger’s vehicle and moved into its path. The impact caused Warrick’s vehicle to hit Rassi’s. Damage up to $10,000.4:50a.m. Monday, July 11, North Main Street, north of west Boston Street. Driver: Twila D. Zentz, 56, South Main Street, Milford. Zentz attempted to make a U-turn, when her vehicle went over a curb and struck a tree. A passenger, Timothy A. Dilly, 59, East Nordman Drive, Syracuse, complained of pain to the back. He was taken to Goshen Hospital. Damage up to $10,000.
Accidents 4:59 a.m. Sunday, July 17, Hepler Drive, east of Crescent Drive, Warsaw. Driver: unknown. A vehicle registered to Shelby Jacobs, Cromwell, was traveling north on Hepler Drive when it rear-ended a parked, unoccupied vehicle owned by Brittney J. Underwood, Warsaw. Underwood’s vehicle was then pushed into a parked, unoccupied vehicle owned by Christian M. Renschler, Warsaw. The driver of Jacobs’ vehicle was seen leaving the scene on foot but officers were unable to locate the driver. No injuries were reported. Damage up to $25,000.3:47a.m. Sunday, July 17, South SR 25, north of South Ferguson Road, Warsaw. Driver: Cassandra J. Doerr, 29, North CR 700E, Leesburg. Doerr’s vehicle left the roadway while traveling south on South SR 25 in a curve. Doerr’s vehicle then hit a utility pole and rolled multiple times, coming to rest on its side in a field. Doerr was ejected from her vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. Damage up to $25,000.
This will be the sixth year the classic celebrates the lives of the late Kim and Stephen Conrad.
Tee times are at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. The outing will be a scramble with a shotgun start.
“This is our 11th Tour des Lakes. We are growing each year and we always need more volunteers. If people are interested, they can contact the Syracuse Community Center. There
The registration cost is $400 per team. Four players per team. Hole sponsorship is $100. Donations are alsoPleaseaccepted.visit conradgolfclassic. com and click on “Sign up to play” to register your team. You may also click on “Become a hole sponsor” or
2022 Camp H.E.R.O. kicked off Tuesday
The race gave riders the opportunity to enjoy the scenic beauty of Kosciusko County and the area’s lakes and included 30K, 55K and 100K route options. Riders started between 7:30-9:30 a.m. with music, a food truck, beer and various vendors present. Electric Brew’s coffee truck was there in the morning so everyone could get their early rush of caffeine.
Camp counselors all wear the same shirts during camp so kids can’t identify them and then wear their full class A uniforms at the end during camp graduation. They try to make it fun for the kids. Bucher said this year they will have 9,000 water balloons for a water balloon fight.
women empowering women to keep moving. Movement is medicine,” said Marcie Knafel of Carmel.Tony Lang, from Richmond, said this was his first race. “My brother signed me up for the 55K race,” he said. Bruce and Barb Daugherty, who are locals, said this was their third time riding in the race. “I’ve ridden these roads many times and it’s a great place to exercise. I like supporting local events,” said Bruce. “It’s always great fun,” said his wife, Barb.
A group of female riders, who are part of a women’s group called “The Atomic Bettys,” said they started a little late. “We are rebels. We started late. We are the Atomic Bettys. We are all about
release from the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office, Andrew requested a meeting with the Community Corrections Executive Committee. This meeting occurred prior to the committee beginning to review applications for the director position.
Andrew has worked as the community corrections director since OctoberIncluding2019.his tenure as director, Andrew had invested almost 19 continuous years of employment within the Kosciusko County criminal justice system. Over those year, Andrew had been the director of the Kosciusko County Alcohol and Drug Program and the Kosciusko County Drug Court Coordinator. During his county service, Andrew was instrumental in securing hundreds of thousands of grant dollars to begin and/or enhance rehabilitation programs for the Kosciusko County criminal justice system.
The annual Conrad Golf Classic will take place on Monday, July 25, at Maxwelton Golf Club, 5721 S. County Line Road, Syracuse.
Upon being reinstated as director of Kosciusko County Community Corrections, Andrew communicated his profound gratitude and expressed that this learning experience has rekindled his spirit. He looks forward to rejoining the team and working to take the Kosciusko County Community Corrections program to the next level of rehabilitation and supervision.
“Times have changed and there are not as many people getting involved in public service, so we hope that this might get some kids interested in eventually serving in the long term. This also teaches them that when they see a fireman or a police officer, or EMT, that it’s OK,” he“Todaysaid. we focus on emergency medical services and what kids can do to help in an emergency situation. Tomorrow the fire department will show the kids how they extricate someone from a vehicle. They will also get fire extinguisher training and get a chance to operate the fire hoses. Syracuse Fire Department will also show them how to use a ladder,” he said.
Steve Slabaugh, one of the organizers for this year’s race, said, “We had 425 riders pre-register for this year’s race. This race is a way to enjoy the lakes in the middle of July. It’s noncompetitive. Many people want to make life changes, exercise and take better care of their health, and events like this give them the opportunity to do so.
“Donate” to contribute to the Kim and Stephen Conrad Scholarship Fund, which goes to a Wawasee High School graduate attending college to become a teacher. There is also a scholarship for a student who excelled in golf, basketball, cheerleading or gymnastics, all sports the Conrads were involved with in their time at the high school.
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“We have been growing race participation by about 10% each year. You don’t have to be a pro. You can be a recreational rider and enjoy it just as well.
“We have been riding in this race since 2015 and usually do it as a family unit, but our other family members moved to Rhode Island,” said Sandy Clark, Troyer’s daughter. Their friend, Brenda Buller, said it was her first time riding this year.
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Camp H.E.R.O. put on by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, kicked off Tuesday morning, July 19, at Blue Barn Berry Farm and Event Venue in Syracuse.
meeting of the advisory board, the board unanimously approved Andrew’s reinstatement as director.”
tinue its financial contributions to former Wawasee athletes who are looking to continue into education.
On the last day, they will conduct a firearms safety course with an Airsoft gun. A Kosciusko County Jail Chemical Addiction Program graduate from Milford will speak to the kids. Finally, the camp will end with graduation certificates and special awards being presented to the kids.
After leaving over two weeks ago for a new job at the Lilly Center for Lakes and CorrectionsCommunityciuskostatedhasBarryStreams,Andrewbeenrein-asKos-CountyDirector.Accordingtoapress
“As a result of this meeting, the executive committee, comprised of Judge Michael Reed, Judge Karin McGrath, attorney Antony Garza, and Prosecuting Attorney Dan Hampton, recommended to the Kosciusko County Community Corrections Advisory Board that Barry Andrew be reinstated as the director,” read the press release. “On
Patrick Smith, a certified flight registered nurse, said, “We pride ourselves on always sending the closest available helicopter. We always do what’s best for the patient.”
Tour des Lakes is extremely popular for cyclists of all ages
Bucher told a story about a former camper whose sister was in a bicycle accident and was bleeding pretty badly and needed emergency care. He applied what he learned at Camp H.E.R.O. and was able to apply pressure to ease the bleeding until emergency medical personnel arrived on the scene.
Andrew reinstated as community corrections director after short leave
The 2022 Tour des Lakes, presented by K21 Health Foundation, started off a little wet, but the sun started to shine and cyclists took advantage.
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The memorial outing will also con-
Sam Troyer, an 89-year-old retired Mennonite pastor from Goshen, said he was the oldest cyclist in last year’s event. “I’ll be 90 years old on January 4. I only do the 30K short route, but the camaraderie with my daughter and her friend, the scenery, is really great,” said Troyer. “Last year they rerouted it and it wasn’t as strenuous as far as the hill climbs are concerned. I started participating in 2015,” he said.
Critical Care Transport EC130 helicopter and team were on hand showing the campers the helicopter and talking about what they do on a day-to-day basis. Todd Schindler, a flight paramedic, said, “We have ventilators and IV pumps on board as well as a supply of O negative blood. We put the blood through a machine to warm its temperature to 100 degrees. We are basically a flying emergency room.” The helicopter travels faster than 150 mph and at an altitude of 3,000 feet.
“We are very fortunate to have over 105 kids sign up for our camp every year and learn about the different aspects of public service. We created this camp three years ago,” said Shane Bucher, chief deputy for the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, who is heading the camp this“Todayyear. we focus on teaching the kids about the different aspects of emergency medical services, including how to stop a bleed, administer CPR and first-aid, and familiarize them with truck and air emergency services,” he said.
Annual Conrad Golf Classic will take place July 25 at Maxwelton Golf Club
are four service and gear stops along the route where riders can get their bumper fixed, minor repairs, and food and water; mostly banana bread, fresh fruit and vegetables. Usually we finish around 4 p.m., and generally, the more seasoned riders take the 100K route,” he said.
“The last day is law enforcement day. The S.W.A.T. team will set up three different stations, including how to breach a building, night vision and suspect apprehension. The dive team will be here with members of the sheriff’s department, Warsaw Police Department and Warsaw Fire Department,” said Bucher.ALutheran Health Network
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4-H
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FRIDAY — R. & P. Haab
North Webster Drivers July 25-29
TUESDAY — Bart’s Watersports
Every community needs and always values groups that partner together to bring beauty to everyone.The Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club, founded nearly 30 years ago, has always valued partners to make beauty happen.
TUESDAY — C. Manning
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Over the years, club members have participated in flower shows, garden walks and plant sales, along with just fun activities for members. Currently, the club pays for and waters all the hanging baskets in town with the help of the Syracuse Parks Department. They have planted all the flower beds in Lakeside Park, Henry Ward Park, Crosson Mill Park, Veteran’s Memorial Park and flowers at the Syracuse Town Hall.This gardening season, many events are planned for the club, including a tea and luncheon on Aug. 2; a 90th anniversary video Sept. 6; a craft evening Oct. 4; a cooking with herbs Nov. 1; and a Christmas party carry-in Dec. 6.
In 1960, Mary Bushong and 16 charter members decided early on to provide tubs of flowers to downtown Syracuse. The first public flower display was at the
The beauty of gardening with friends
NIPSCO office. Later, the garden club members sold club calendars and luminaries as their first financial project in 1961. Currently, the Harkless Foundation grants provide a large part of the budget for the group. Other costs are met with money earned from the annual red geranium sales.
Volunteer drivers for Syracuse, Milford and North Webster Mobile Meals have been scheduled as follows:
The North Webster Bridge Group met on Tuesday, July 12, at the Senior Primelife Enrichment Center in the North Webster Community Center. Tuesday winners were Jean Cowan, first, and Dick Adams, second.
From pageant queen to event planner
Gabe Strong hog and beef roast to be held July 23
Gabe Strong will be hosting a hog and beef roast in Gabe Rhodes’ memory. Come and share your favorite memory of Gabe.
When it comes to your to-do list, put your future first.
Mobile Meals drivers
THURSDAY — C. Hill
Milford Drivers July 25-29
more memories of Gabe to keep his memory alive. It is a comfort to know that Gabe accepted Jesus into his heart and is now with Jesus in heaven, but he will be greatly missed on this earth.
Syracuse Drivers July 25-29
WEDNESDAY — D. Senger
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WEDNESDAY — G. & D. Cooper THURSDAY — M. Webb
“I just went with it, and I have grown to love these girls and I have never felt like an outsider,” said FollowingWolf.her pageant success, Wolf plans to involve herself as much as she can with other counties to get word of Kosciusko County out there. “I’m super excited for the Indiana State Fair.”
MONDAY — J. Redman
“When I was 15, I did the teen category, where I won first runner-up. Then, I entered the Miss pageant, and I was second runner-up two years in a row. This year, I was crowned queen,” said
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THURSDAY — E. Cook
FRIDAY — J. Parcell
North Webster Bridge Group
There will be cornhole, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball and hillbilly golf, and memories of Gabe will be shared. Those attending should bring a lawn chair and their favorite memory of Gabe.The 350 people who came through the line at the funeral home are a tribute to how many lives Gabe touched in his short 26 years on this earth. The expressions of support, phone calls, flowers and cards will always be remembered.Comeand enjoy a meal and
miliar with 4-H, it seemed like the logical choice to take part in the Kosciusko County Fair.
The final event will be a winter dinner Jan. 3. Meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at the Syracuse Community Center. Dues are $20 per year.
MONDAY — S. Gilbert
TUESDAY — A. & C. Haab
MONDAY — J.& K. Caskey
For Wolf, just being out and seeing everyone enjoy the fair was enough for her. “I’m so excited to be out representing my community and the fair,” said Wolf.While being crowned queen is quite the accomplishment, this is far from the first accolade she has received via the fair pageants.
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The greatest lesson Wolf learned from her experiences was, “Be a hard worker, put your best foot forward at every turn and be the best me I can Whenbe.”she’s not walking the fairgrounds or socializing with her court, Wolf works as an event planner for a local country club, and is currently pursuing a degree in business event planning.
FRIDAY — S. Stump
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While the hustle and bustle of the Kosciusko County Fair can be hectic and, at times, overwhelming, 2022 pageant queen Kali Wolf enjoys it all. Having claimed her title a little over a month ago, Wolf remained busy as ever as she tackled the Mister and Misses pageant, spent time with her court and juggled work on top of it all.
“We so appreciate the support of our community with our many projects,” said Martha Stoelting, president of the club. Stoelting, along with officers Kathy Tittle, Linda Harkleroad and Elaine Bokhart, welcome new members to the club all year. Harkleroad is the current president of the Garden Club of Indiana.“If you are interested in the environment, ecology or gardening, we have activities for you,” said Stoelting. Gardening experience is not required.
GrowingWolf. up in Elkhart County, Wolf’s 4-H journey began at the Elkhart County Fair where she showed livestock. When she moved to Kosciusko County, she knew she wanted to get involved somehow, and having already gotten fa-
Every year, the pageant queen travels to Indianapolis along with the queens of all the other counties in Indiana to compete for the ultimate state queen title. The pageant includes business casual attire, formal attire, a practiced speech and a question they must answer. This is normally done over the course of three days; all contestants stay overnight in the dormitory.
The cookout will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at the Rhodes Ranch, 12893 N. CR 200W, Milford. The event will be held rain or shine; there is shelter and a farmhouse if it rains.
of that year. Allen had basic training at Great Lakes Naval Training Center north of Chicago.
The panelists stressed the need for housing and child care along with a community atmosphere for those hybrid employees.Parker’s questions focused on the five issues of most concern by 88% of businesses based on a poll by the U.S. Chamber: inflation, supply chain, COVID-19 safety protocols/compliance, revenue and rising interest rates.
Kelly Heckaman is not one who likes to be in the limelight. But today, Friday, July 15, at the Kosciusko County 4-H Fair Auction, she didn’t have a choice. She was honored and recognized by Kosciusko County’s 4-H youth, extension board, 4-H council, 4-H dairy committee, cattlemen’s association, 4-H and extension volunteers, community leaders and businesses.Recently Heckaman was reassigned by Purdue Extension to a neighboring county after serving as Kosciusko County’s Ag and Natural Resources Extension Educator for 26 years.
Allen returned to Leesburg and went back to work at Milford Machine. He later worked at Goshen Case Co. for 22 years, including time spent there as plant manager. Allen then worked at Da-Lite Screen starting in 1985. He retired in On2000.Nov. 7, 1953, Allen married Sandra Hartman. She passed away in 2010. They have four children, Kay, Kip, Ken and Kraig; eight grandchildren; and seven greatgrandchildren.“I’msurprised to have got this,” said Allen in part regarding receiving the recognition. “Thank you.”
come the matter and there will be a 3-4% inflation rate. Prior to the panel discussion,
The biggest surprise was the presentation of an $11,750 check by Stephanie Overbey, Kosciusko Community Foundation CEO, for the Sonja Easterday Endowment Fund, which was raised by numerous individuals, organizations and businesses in the county, in her honor. Heckaman had established the endowment fund in her mother’s honor to provide support for 4-H and FFA youth educational and development activities
There were times volunteers and committees unintentionally failed to complete jobs. Regardless of the area of volunteerism, she quietly and diligently covered those “fails.” Many times it was never known how she finished crossing all the “t’s” and dotting every “i.” Most importantly, the 4-H’ers never suffered the consequences of Additionally,mistakes.Heckaman is the co-chair of the Women in Agriculture Team and a vital member of the Purdue Farm Stress Team and Succession Planning Team.
Wednesday, July 13. The event, attended by approximately 160 people, was held at the Blue Barn Berry Farm, Syracuse.
Learning how to make a simple drum
Aug. 17, 1931, in Leesburg, Allen has lived in Kosciusko County his entire life. His parents are Herman and Helen Allen.
Special comments were made by Dr. Jason Henderson, director of extension, Purdue University Extension. He spoke of when he first met Heckaman and noted she epitomizes what Purdue wants in an extension educator — passion. Henderson stated last year when help was needed as an area director, Heckaman stepped up, and recently he asked her to step out of Kosciusko County. “It wasn’t fair, but a job needed to be done. If there is a job that needs doing, she does it.” He added she did ask, “Some day can I come back (to Kosciusko County)?”
Parker highlighted chamber successes in 2021 and where the chamber is at currently.
Flamm spoke regarding the economy and education. He stated college enrollment is OK, but the graduate level has leveled out and is staying steady, indicating not a lot of people are going back to college for further education. He stated later there is a concern in education, which will affect the workforce. In 2008 married couples did not have children or not as many children as previous years. Because of this a decline in graduating students will be experienced in 2026 and for the next five to 10 years.
Housing. Economy. Jobs. Child care. These were the topics of a panel discussion at the second annual Kosciusko Chamber Member Celebration Luncheon
He was assigned to the Fletcherclass destroyer USS Melvin (DD680) after being sent to Naval Station Newport, R.I., in December 1951. As an electrician’s mate, he maintained all onboard electrical equipment.Allenwas later assigned to Butler-class destroyer escort USS Woodson (DE-359) at Naval Station Key West in November 1953. During his time in the Navy, Allen sailed across the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean and Mediterranean seas. He also traveled from Norway and north of the Arctic Circle to Cuba, Panama and ports around theInMediterranean.September1955, Allen was
ture Kristin Werling, an educational animal ambassador. All programs are free and open to the public.
Grace College is working to help the workforce in the county with creative programs and has started offering engineering, computer science, engineering in the medical field and other areas. They are also seeing a high percentage of their students coming from within the county.Zimmerman was optimistic regarding the economy, stating the labor needed is related to the number of clients, which for Polywood is growing. “This is why we’re still hiring and we’re confident the market economy will turn,” he said.
Panelists from education, real estate, business and financial shared their thoughts to questions asked by Rob Parker, chamber president and CEO. The panelist included Drew Flamm, Grace College & Seminary president; Brian Peterson, Brian Peterson Real Estate owner/broker; Todd Speicher, Instrumental Machine & Development president; Matt Linville, Zimmer Biomet HR operations; Scott Tapley, Lake City Bank vice president and senior investment officer; Jerry Yeager, SYM Financial chief executive officer; and Ryan Zimmerman, Polywood senior director of HR.
the events associated with 4-H. For 26 years, she took the lead as the organizer, promoter and facilitator of the 4-H Livestock Auction. Kelly has a passion for the dairy industry, particularly Guernseys. She took this passion into volunteerism by leading the dairy judging team and taking a vital role in the development of the 4-H Dairy Lease program.
Leesburg’s Allen is July Kosciusko Veteran of the Month
The children made a simple drum out of a red soda cup and a balloon. “I had them blow up the balloon, cut the neck off and stretch it over the top of the cup. A simple drum,” said Clemons.
“you can’t control it. Normal is really abnormal,” with the expectation the country will over-
Navy veteran Robert D. Allen is the July Kosciusko County Veteran of the Allen,Month.90, Leesburg, was recognized by the Kosciusko County Commissioners at their meeting on Tuesday, July 19. Kosciusko County Veteran Service Officer Darryl McDowell presented him with a certificate and read biographical information on him, including the following:Bornon
Heckaman honored for service to Kosciusko County 4-H
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Wiping away tears of gratitude, surprise and joy, Heckaman stated she thought something was up when her husband, John, said he wanted to come to the auction. “I thought that was strange,” she stated. “A wise person told me once, just say thank you. It was not easy to leave here, but I had a blast this week. The generosity … beyond words.” The fund in her mother’s honor will go toward the 4-H Dairy program, Wawasee and Rochester FFA Chapters.
honorably discharged. He had attained the rank of E5 and earned a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal and Navy Occupation Medal with Europe Clasp.
Drum-making was the focus of the seventh Youth History Club held July 14 in Celebration Hall at the Syracuse Community Center.Syracuse-Wawasee
Linville said labor growth is an issue even in big business and definitely evident in the county at fast food restaurants. He added wages play a significant impact and businesses have to stay competitive.
Colorado, who could work remotely from home, would want to be a hybrid worker and move to Kosciusko County.
The ANR programming in the county she oversaw included Kosciusko County Ag Days, pesticide private applicator recertification and joint collaborations with the Kosciusko County Master Gardeners, Kosciusko County Cattlemen and the Kosciusko County Extension Homemakers.
Historical Museum director Jamie Clemons introduced the history of drums to more than 30 children in attendance.“Itoldthem about the history of drums and the many varieties of drums. Native Americans used shallow and wide drums to accompany their songs around the fire,” said Clemons.
He graduated with the class of 1951 from Leesburg High School and joined the Navy in September
One of the panelists stated,
The recognition took place between the Sale of Champions and Auction.Heckaman, who was present at the auction, was called down to the auction stand where Kassi Rowland, auction chairman; Tyler Bouse, 4-H council president, ag and natural resource and 4-H youth educator; and Kay Tusing, dairy judging coach and dairy lease program director, spoke tributes to the former “captain of the ship” in Kosciusko County 4-H. She was even made an honorary member of the dairy committee.
Peterson and Tapley responded to the housing market, stating the market is 12% down in listings from a year ago, while the state is only at 1%. Both noted there are a lot of buyers willing to buy, but the supply is not what it was and the median selling price is $230,000. A lot of the homebuyers are young people and they are finding it hard to find Linvillehomes.stated while there are still some working remotely from home, there are the young professionals who are hybrid workers (working from home and a few days/hours in the office). He noted they have hired 200 employees since January, with 150 still to be hired. “There is still a huge need for housing,” he said, stressing the need for amenities in the community to bring people to the area. An example was why someone from
Jobs, housing, child care among discussions at chamber event
Heckaman was presented with a bouquet of flowers from not only Henderson and Casey Mull, Purdue Extension assistant director and program leader for 4-H youth development, but also from local groups. Following the presentation, all 4-H members present gathered together for a photo with Heckaman.Heckaman’s list of accomplishments in the ANR program development are immense. Those involved in livestock, forages, crops, horticulture or any topic related to agriculture most likely have been invited to join her in a workshop, forum, training, program or zoom.Historically, Keckaman’s “job” doubled and even tripled. During absences of educators, she became a 4-H and youth educator. Her responsibilities grew to include 4-H pre-fair and fair judging and all
The next Youth History Club will be July 21 and will feature gardening. The July 28 program will be on making atlatls and the final program on Aug. 4 will fea-
focused on agriculture.
Speicher spoke regarding child care and what his company is doing to retain workers. The company has purchased a home and will be offering home day care services for their employees at a reduced cost. While the program hasn’t started yet, they are hoping it will prove to be money wellRegardingspent. inflation, those in the financial world stated whether they should be more worried about deflation than inflation. They spoke of the supply chain where businesses were double ordering, and now have an oversupply and are refunding money but telling customers to keep the items. They also stated it is believed the country will get back to the target of 4% inflation by the middle of next year.
The show arena full of supporters gave her not only a resounding applause of appreciation, but also a standing ovation.
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THE THIRD annual Syracuse Lake Poker Paddle will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13. They will have prizes for the best hands of poker and will be giving away a brand new kayak.
Free Lunches
LAST WEEK, it was announced that work will be starting on the community “Take a Plant, Leaf a Plant” stand that will be located in North Webster. This project is brought to you by Yellow Banks Plant Exchange and KiZa Designs in conjunction with Yellow Banks Plant Exchange Interest Group. The stand will be located between Dottie’s Soda Shop and Kiza Designs.
The cost for the meal is a freewill donation. Bring a lawn chair and stay a while at this fun event. Harvest Coffee is located at 207 N. Higbee St., Milford.
What do we do with the bad anger that corrodes our hearts? Remember we all sin and we all fall short. “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard.” Romans 3:23. Sin is our great common denominator and all men and women share in it equally, regardless of race, gender, age, political party, etc. Bad anger does not lead to life, joy and peace.
UR GOOD friend Nancy Gray, director of Senior Primelife Enrichment Center in North Webster, sent to us this update on what’s happening:
Lunch will be provided and there will be door prizes. Quilters wishing to attend are asked to RSVP by phone or text to Lana Dowell, (574) 5518447.
“If you haven’t tried our hot lunch program yet, stop in and pick up the July menu. It is also listed in the Senior Life newspaper. The program is by donation only. We would love to have you. Lunch is at 11:30 a.m. Call Merita at (574) 8341193 if you would like to give it a try.
a dozen Kiwanians participated in the community service project, including Steve Stokes, pictured above.
Is the world getting too crazy, making you long for simpler times? Travel back in time with the “Sentimental Reflections” DVD series from the Milford Public Library. Each disc contains many entertaining and informational segments ranging in topics from historic documentary to musical notes to scenic travel specials.
Human anger doesn’t produce
The meal will be a haystack dinner, including sides, drinks and dessert. The public is invited.
The event will take place rain or shine with no refunds. In the case of severe weather, they will randomly draw for the prize bags and new kayak.—o—
Milford First Brethren Church, 110 W. Catherine St., will host a free community meal from 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, in the church gymnasium. Attendees are requested to enter the building through the east double doors.
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HARVEST COFFEE in Milford will be holding its annual fundraiser beginning at 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5. A pulled pork dinner will be available from 5-7 p.m. with live music and games happening from 6-8 p.m.
healing, love or unity. Human anger is devoid of love, forgiveness and graciousness. Human anger is a sure road to broken relationships or the domination of one person or people over another person or people.
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“If it gets too hot and humid to get your walk in, please come in and enjoy our wide clean air conditioned halls and be sure to peek in and say hi when you go by the door.”
LONGTIME SYRACUSE resident Tom Hodgson and his wife, Janice, recently hosted a reunion of his high school buddies John Bishop, Bob Ciulei, Tony Marshalke and Rick Bartunck. Called Summerfest, the five along with Hodgson’s neighbor Bob Trame got together to play some tunes for friends and family.
“It has been such a busy week, lots of visitors and endless things to do in our little town. I came in early this morning to get pictures of the beautiful bus and about 1/2 of our casino-goers. We had a full bus by the time it left.
the scenic Ohio riverside, a segment describing the life and music of John Philip Sousa, a look at pretelevision commercials, plus many more.Ifyou are interested in learning more about the rich heritage of the United States of America, the library has more than 20 DVDs reflecting some of America’s most picturesque scenery and interesting historical moments. Check them out today.
LOOKING FOR a new furry friend to join the family? Be sure to check out New Hope Rescue’s brand new website, nhprindiana.org. The site highlights the rescue’s mission, as well as pets available for adoption and much more. New Hope has several dogs, puppies and kittens looking for homes, so if you’re looking for a furry friend to keep you company, check out the new website.
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“The Community Center had a terrific turnout for the Sroufe Memorial Stag Night held last Saturday night (as seen in the photo above). This coming Saturday is their ladies Purse Bingo night, this is always a fun night and has a large turnout. Come join in the fun. Tickets will be on sale at the door. The fun starts at 6 p.m.
ATTENTION QUILTERS: You are invited for quilting, fun and games, hosted by Lakeland Quilt Club with special guest Connie Kauffman. The event will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 22, at the North Webster Community Center.
Being “slow to speak” encourages us to think before we talk. Being quick to speak may indicate we aren’t listening, but only waiting for a chance to crush someone with our words.
Buhrt Builders, building for 75 years
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Celebrating 75 years of familyowned excellence, Buhrt Builders invited the community out the afternoon of Friday, July 15, to join in on the fun.
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The church, located at the southeast corner of Catherine and Henry streets, hosts the free dinner the fourth Wednesday of eachThemonth.church also operates the Van Buren Township Food Pantry.For more information, call Jim Strube at (574) 453-7878.
Milford Public Library — Reflections’ DVD series available
Many of the local residences near Lake Wawasee and Dewart Lake were built by the Buhrts, and there are several properties they continue to maintain that were built before the current owners took Here’sover.to75 years and the hope of at least 75 more.
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Back in high school, Hodgson and the group used to play all sorts of gigs, including Y dances and weddings. Four of the friends attended Kent State while Bishop joined the Marine Corps. All five continued playing music.
My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” James 1:19-20. Why should everyone be quick to listen? Because none of us is all-knowing and all-wise and everyone can continue to learn. Listening, even if we disagree while listening, is a sign of respect and goodwill.
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Kauffman is an independent quilt designer and author from Nappanee. She has written six quilt books, and has been published in numerous quilting magazines. Highlights of the day will include a trunk show by Kauffman, her books for sale and quilting games with fun prizes. Additionally, there will be a time for show and tell, at which participants are encouraged to bring their quilt to share.
Wawasee Beach Club.”
The Wawasee school system and the Department of Agriculture are teaming up to provide free lunches for students 18 and younger. Lunches are distributed from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Monday-Friday at the library. Anyone in that age range is eligible for the free lunch; however, children must be present to receive the meals and food is to be eaten onsite at the library.
MEMBERS OF the Syracuse Police Department and Turkey Creek Fire Territory made a visit to Wee Warriors Academy last Friday, July 15, which was the end of the academy’s “Local Heroes Week.” The kiddos learned all sorts of cool stuff, like how to stop, drop and roll, what a fire fighter looks like with all his protective gear. They even got to explore both a police cruiser and a fire truck.
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Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased by visiting eventbrite.com/e/381968657537. Each ticket gives you one entry into the kayak giveaway. Additional entries can be purchased the day of the event. Additionally, they will have food from The Twisted Tiki Food Truck.
THE ST. Nicholas Project is still in need of donations for this year. Call or text (574) 529-2373 if you’d like to help. The project needs kid’s clothing in a variety of sizes, from newborn boy and girl, all the way up to size 8 for boys and girls. Clothing for all seasons is needed in all sizes, so if you’re purging your kids’ closets of stuff they’ve outgrown, consider putting things aside for the St. Nicholas Project. Blankets and sheets are always needed as—o—well.
“We are constantly changing up our thrift shop table. Our seniors never fail to impress me with their generous donations that keep us going. Come in and check us out.
The Bible doesn’t prohibit anger, but just take your time getting there. Psalm 103:8 says, “The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.” If God is slow to anger, we would be smart to imitate him.
While reminiscing about some of the projects Buhrt Builders has undertaken, as well as clients they’ve had the pleasure of working with, Don Buchman offered up his own favorite memory. While he didn’t divulge any details himself, he directed the crowd to “ask them [the Buhrts] about bringing a crane into the
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Good and bad anger
Good anger can easily turn to self-destructive bad anger for which we must turn to God for forgiveness. The good news is, “He (Jesus) personally carried our sins in his body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By his wounds you are healed.” 1 Peter 2:24.We must all check our bad anger at the cross. The cross is a unifier; we are all sinners against God in need of forgiveness and deliverance. We can’t hold on to bad anger and hold on to Jesus at the same time. God simply refused to remain angry with you and me; rather, he gave Jesus so if we confess our sin to him and ask him into our heart we will be forgiven and made whole.Weall have to deal with anger. Psalm 13:1-2 says, “How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? ... How long shall my enemy be exalted over me?” It’s okay and often right to be angry, but we find relief when we give it to God and leave it with him as we trust in Him. Psalm 13 ends with, “But I have trusted in your steadfast love. … I will sing to the Lord, because he has dealt bountifully with me.”
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YOU MAY have noticed the streets in Milford have been a bit torn up this week. Or, you may have noticed that the streets of Milford have been made very smooth and new. Your perspective is all dependent on what part of the milling and paving process you were witnessing. A crew from Phend and Brown has been out doing the work as part of the 2021 Community Crossing matching grant the town received. This week, they’ve been out working on Smith, Williams, Catherine, Shaffer, Section and Maple streets.
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Bad anger is like a person setting up a tent in your living room, eating all your food, and messing up your bathroom. Good anger is a polite overnight guest. Good anger is quick to listen, slow to speak, may speak forcefully but respectfully and is quick to forgive.
Three generations of Buhrt were present for the ribbon-cutting that ensued, including the fourth generation, Bailey Buhrt, who will be next to head the company.
Once it is open, anyone is welcome to come take a plant, leave a plant or both! For further information, follow the Yellow Banks Plant Exchange on Facebook.—o—
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God’s righteousness, and that holds true for us personally or as a nation. Human anger, the kind that seeks to win, get revenge, insult and be proven right doesn’t produce peace,
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