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Ruthmere survives the pandemic %\ /$85(1 =(8*1(5 $VVRFLDWH (GLWRU Throughout 2020 when the world shut down hard due to the global pandemic, there was concern as to who would make it through, small businesses, restaurants and tourist attractions such as zoos and museums. For Ruthmere the shutdown came at a fortunate time, the museum is closed to the general public from January to March. During this time Bill Firstenberger, executive director of Ruthmere, and his staff plan for the rest of the year. Instead of opening April 1 as usual, the Ruthmere campus, which includes the 1910 Beaux Arts home of Albert and Elizabeth Beardsley and the Havilah Beardsley home, located down the street, opened June 14, 2020, and made it a free day for visitors to come and tour both homes. “It was a great learning curve,” Firstenberger said. “How we could shift gears … We can make decisions and implement them the next day.” The first decision was to address projects Firstenberger and the staff had decided needed to be addressed. The first quarter of the year is typically used for planning, now the staff had an additional planning. Ruthmere also participated in programs offered by Hoosier Hospitality Promise and received a payroll protection plan. “It helped make ends meet especially for staff hours,” Firstenberger said of the PPP. When the museums opened in June, 2020, at just 50% capacity, there were no issues with visitors not wanting to wear masks. And Firstenberger and the staff simply followed the guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control. A new HVAC system was installed in the game room so they could have concerts in the fall and winter. “It was about maintaining the traditions, keeping the series going in a difficult time,” Firstenberger said of 2020. “This year has been a great start since we opened April 1. This special exhibit (‘Wedgewood Blue’) just opened (two) weeks ago and it’s doing phenomenally well.” What helped Ruthmere weather the pandemic storm was some well made decisions in 2019. The museum sold a Rodin sculpture purchased by Walter Beardsley

in 1969. He donated it to the museum with the intention it could one day help secure the legacy of the museum. In 2019, Sotheby’s sold the “The Fallen Caryatid” by Rodin for $7.5 million netting Ruthmere $5.98 million. The funds provide financial stability for the organization with a sliver being used for necessary historical preservation and public education. The pandemic provided staff with extra time for research, photography and development of the “Wedgewood Blue” exhibit. More than half the objects in the exhibit were procured by Ruthmere for the exhibit. Then in the fall, those items will go up for public auction. “Our staff is so creative, unbelievably creative. Pre-COVID, ideas were discussed. The pandemic swept the slate clean as to what’s a new way of interpreting history to the public. The ideas (from staff) went through the roof),” Firstenberger said. One of those new ideas is a partnership with Beacon Aquatic Center and Elkhart City Parks called the History Hike For Fitness. This self-guided history tour is a 1.6 mile loop featuring 12 historic stops and 12 fitness stations all around Island Park and the River Walk in Elkhart. The launch card is available at historyhike.org. “This is another idea born in the vacuum of the pandemic,” Firstenberger said. At the Havilah Beardsley House, the Ruthmere board agreed to purchase the house located to the north of the Beardsley home. Research showed it was once the carriage house for the Beardsley home and after numerous owners was converted to a home in 1926. In 2020, the house caught on fire. The board decided to purchase the property and save the property. Firstenberger said the project is being done in phases. Phase one which will be done at the end of summer is to put a new roof on the building and make sure it’s structurally sound inside. “There’s lots of possibilities of what it could be. We’re at the beginning of a strategic plan revision. That’s part of the fun of figuring it out,” Firstenberger said. At Ruthmere, repairs are also underway with tuck pointing brick work, installing a new HVAC unit on the third floor and putting a new roof on the home as well.

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man year. Of course, he couldn’t drive then. His parents would drop him off at my house.” Both young people were 10 year 4-H members. Bill got grand champion beef steer in 1962. Karen was involved in sewing and foods. “In 1962, Bill started working on his family’s farm. He also worked on a relative’s farm. His grandpa was a farmer and I think the love of the land runs in his family.” Bill was 19 and Karen was 18 when they got married. “In this day and age, that’s very young to be getting married.” Karen studied cosmetology at Warner Beauty School, Fort Wayne. “I was a stylist for a couple years in Wakarusa. Then we started having

“My husband Bill and I were married February 1963,” stated Karen Jessup, Goshen. “Shortly after we were married, we started buying land for a farm. We now have a herd of beef cows and have raised hogs in the past. We also grow corn, beans and alfalfa hay. I love life on the farm and am totally involved in the work. One of my favorite times of the year is when I’m running the combine to pick the corn.” The couple were high school sweethearts. “Bill went to Harrison Township School until ninth grade. Then he joined us at Wakarusa High School. We started dating at the end of our fresh-

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children.” The Jessups have four children, who all live in the area. “When the kids were growing up, farming was a family affair. It’s a busy life out on the farm and there are some sacriﬁces to be made. For example, our kids were too busy with farm work to be involved in Little League in the summer months. They were out there throwing hay and straw bales, assisting in everything that needed to be done on the farm.” Even now, Karen goes to the barn fairly often. “When we had hogs, I spent time in the hog house every day. They needed to be fed and sometimes loaded. Of course, there are always chores to do on the farm. I love life in the great outdoors.” The Jessups live in a house that’s 150 years old. “Our home is very nice. But I learned early that farm equipment comes before home improvement projects. We live away from the road, down a long lane. It’s very peaceful and quiet there.” In the winter months, Karen works for Loucks & Weaver CPA, Goshen. “I’m the recep-

7($0:25. ³ Karen, left, and Bill Jessup, Goshen, have been married 58 years and they work together on their farm. They have a herd of beef cows and grow corn, beans and alfalfa hay. Photo provided by Karen Jessup. tionist there. I love talking to people and make many new friends of those who come through the ofﬁce doors.” Bill and Karen are members of Bible Baptist Church, Wakarusa, where they have both helped in the junior church

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Amazing to me

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It is amazing to me the people who are writing in who are still so supportive of Trump and the gall he has to be doing speeches in the public like he is still the president. Obviously you people are only watching one station or YouTube. You are not getting the full picture of the news and if you are voting Republican these days then you must be voting for people who don’t want to do anything. You must like supporting politicians who go to Washington and don’t do anything but obstruct. And it is not only they are obstructing against the Democrats because when Trump was president and they had the Senate and the House they still got absolutely nothing done. Infrastructure week became a joke because they kept talking about it and nothing got done. McConnell went back home to Kentucky and brags about all the money and all the help the state is getting but he voted against it. So all they do is vote against and want to be on Fox News and ﬁght and spread hate and lies and now overturn elections. They can’t win on policy because they don’t have a policy anymore.

A very respected leader said the future does not belong to globalists. The future belongs to patriots. The future belongs to sovereign and independent nations which protect their citizens, respect their neighbors and honor the differences that make each country special and unique.

Wake up

Obviously we disagree on how the economy works. The Trump apologists seem to believe all we have to do is turn it off and on, like a light switch. When Trump took ofﬁce he inherited an economy

About the coronavirus. They keep saying not enough people have gotten the shot but what they are not telling people is there are a lot people who already had the coronavirus so they build their own antibodies to the virus. So if you build your own antibodies why would you need the shot? A lot of people haven’t gotten the shot because they have already built their own antibodies. They aren’t taking that into consideration.

A happy country Who is it that hates socialism so much? I suspect most ordinary people who say they hate socialism don’t even know what it is. It is amazing they don’t want the United States to join the happiest countries in the world. How are the social democracies different from the United States? They don’t allow billionaires and corporations to steal the wages, health care, educational opportunities, adequate housing and the general well being of their workers. In the happy countries corporations and the rich have to pay their fair share of taxes. These countries don’t have a Fox News or a party like the Republicans who protect the interests of billionaires and corporations and continually bash the government. They even like their governments. They see their tax money coming back to them in tangible ways, not in senseless wars and continual tax cuts for corporations and billionaires.

Have no brain In response to “Misconception.” Said the Democrats want to abolish the police. You need to go back and look who the Democrats were who started this defund the police. They were Democrats pure and simple. Some of them have slowly woken up now and the Democrats now want to back away from that. How the Democrats can back away from a narrative and blame someone else is a skill I cannot comprehend how anyone can have. Another example, the thought Republicans are racist. Anyone remember the Democrat George Wallace standing in the doorway of the prominent university in Georgia saying no blacks will ever enter here? He didn’t even use the word blacks.

To the caller who stated how much integrity Joe Biden had and answers questions. I would like to ask you if he explains things so well why does he refuse to take questions? It’s Jen Psaki explaining things and taking questions. Questions is the most effective way of explaining. President Biden refused to even give a press conference for months for explaining policy. Is he kind, is

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This is in regards to the article “Very funny.” You say two days later you are still laughing about the “Cyber warfare” article. In the last six months things have seriously gone downhill in the U.S. Will you still be laughing once our freedom is gone? We are seeing spiritual warfare. Satan is extremely busy as he knows his time is running out. Please wake up before it is too late.

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Brad Rogers fan club? Where did you come up with this little gem? In a dream? During happy hour? Please tell me where it is. Is there a website? I’d like to join.

Who murdered Ashli Babbitt? It has been six months and we still don’t know. The media has been swift to tell us all sorts of lies about Jan. 6, but they still aren’t ready to come forward with the name of the Capitol Police who shot and killed an unarmed Trump supporter. The media wants to call this an insurrection when in fact no one was armed but the police. Something is off and we need to get to the bottom of it. I’m not talking about a handpicked biased Nancy Pelosi cover-up investigation — a real investigation with real answers.

You Democrats you don’t have a brain. I don’t think there is a hope you will ever have one.

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that was improving. His great tax cuts weren’t signed until December 2017. It’s true the economy was doing well until the pandemic. But they seem to jump ahead from that point until now. What happened last year? The economy shrunk. Those making materials cut back on their production. We are now in a position of playing catchup. Unless there are drastic measures put in place the economy is going to take some time to adjust to any changes. So far there have been no such measures, the Republicans would not stand for it. We are still in the negotiation phase any infrastructure bill and that has been watered down by Republicans. If the economy still has not shown any improvement by next year, then yes, we can take Biden to task.

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If I lived in Maricopa County, Ariz., I would be mad right now. The Republicans in that county instigated a fake audit of the 2020 election results. It was pulled off by using fake auditors. Because they didn’t know what they were doing and tampered with the voting machines, Maricopa County citizens have to pay for all new voting machines. It makes Republicans look ridiculous. They seem willing to do about anything to continue minority rule of this country. Voters no longer count. Now the ultra conservative Supreme Court said the same thing this week. We are getting so close to fascism it is scary. Putin told Trump in 2016 to dispute the election if he didn’t win. In our rigged electoral system he won by losing by three million votes. In 2020 he remembered what Putin wanted.

Crisis-hit Lebanon “Days Away From Social Explosion.” Financial meltdown is among the worst since the mid-1800s the World Bank warns. The Lebanese pound has lost more than 90% of its value during the last 18 months wiping out savings and drastically shrinking pensions the New York Times reports. Hyperinflation has caused food prices to triple during the last few months. Now it’s getting worse and we can’t do anything about it, 23-year-old Lynn Husami tells the Times recalling a four-hour wait to fill up her car. I don’t know how we can fix all of this. The crisis being blamed on corruption and unsustainable government policies will happen here, too, if we let the Marxist politicians continue down the irresponsible spending and money printing binge they have resorted to. Contact your political representatives and tell them you want this fixed!

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he caring for the American people, is he honest? When asked a question by the young college student as a candidate in Iowa, Joe Biden called her a dog-faced pony soldier. Recently near Dearborn behind the wheel of an electric F150, a reporter asked a question on Afghanistan. Biden told her to stand in front of a truck and he would hit the accelerator. Integrity and lies, as number two man, Biden did not tell us about Obamacare. This was a lie to the American people over and over. You can keep your doctor. As number two man with integrity he should have warned the people about that. We have forgotten the disruption that made, but it was terrible. We need to realize this.

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Lemonade Day serving Elkhart County Throughout the rest of July, area youth will roll up their sleeves, learn more about running a business, and help inspire tasty lemon-inspired treats with local businesses. In its 10th year locally, Lemonade Day in Elkhart County will be running COVID-friendly programming — with a special twist. Junior Achievement and Lemonade Day serving Elkhart County will be partnering with all four Boys & Girls Clubs in Elkhart County. The Boys & Girls Club summer camp members will be able to go through the Lemonade Day curriculum and, with support of their parents or guardians, members can create and run their own lemonade stand. This year, the clubs have each selected a group of members to partner with local businesses to develop a lemon inspired product to sell...they’re are calling it “Lemonspired” 2021. The club members will work with the business via Zoom during club hours and will also have ﬁeld trips to the various businesses. For example, the Boys & Girls Club of Elkhart are partnering with Vanilla Bean Creamery. Together the business and club

members will learn about many different aspects of a business plan such as designing or planning of the product, logistics of how to make the item, branding and advertising, and budgets (expected costs, expected revenue and expected profit). Then, the local businesses will actually sell the items the club members helped create. • The Nappanee Club is partnering with Rocket Science Ice Cream and sold lemon pie ice cream at Rocket Science Ice Cream Saturday, July 17. Members will also be having their own lemonade stands for parents and other club members at the Nappanee Club from 3:305:30 p.m. July 20. • The Elkhart Club is partnering with Vanilla Bean Creamery and the flavor lemon blueberry cobbler will be sold in the Elkhart and Granger locations beginning Thursday, July 22. • The Goshen Club is partnering with Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn and The Chief Ice Cream. Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn in Goshen sold the student-created “crazy blue lemonade” flavored popcorn from July 9-16. The Goshen Club members visited The Chief Friday,

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July 16, to see the production of their ice cream. Their ice cream will be sold at the Chief during fair week, July 23-31. • The Middlebury Club is partnering with Legendary Grind. Members will be selling coupons for a discount off all the lemon pastries they have. They will be on site to sell from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 28.

0((7,1* :,7+ $ <281* (175(35(1(85 ³ Lemmy, the Lemonade Day mascot, chats with a young businessman during the 2020 Lemonade Day. This year Junior Achievement and Lemonade Day have partnered with all four Elkhart County Boys & Girls Clubs with club members working with local businesses to develop lemon ‡avored treats. Photo provided by Jessica Hilary, director, Junior Achievement and Lemonade Day.

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HFA open class judging for baking entries Elkhart County 4-H Fair will be here soon. With various state and local restrictions having been lifted, the Home & Family Arts Committee will now have judges taste the baking entries in the open class department. Previously, judges were scoring on appearance only. Exhibitors are reminded to follow food safety rules while preparing, storing and transporting their goods.

Activities at area public libraries Wakarusa Public Library July 25 — Virtual Bedtime Book Bites, 7 p.m. on the library’s Facebook and YouTube pages July 27 — Virtual Book Bites, 10:15 a.m. on the library’s Facebook and YouTube pages Dial-A-Story — “The Unhappy Chicken,” call (574) 862-4441.

Park. Goshen Fire Department will do a car extraction demonstration as well as a roof rescue, rescuing people from the park stage roof. There will be a robot bomb demonstration by the Elkhart County S.W.A.T. team. Goshen Police Officer Mike Johnson will do a demonstration with his K-9 partner. There will also be static displays of different vehicles the various departments have, such as the Goshen Police Department’s Honor Guard bus and some S.W.A.T vehicles. There will also be booth spaces in the park from various organizations such as the VA, Toys for Tots, Elkhart Area Marine Corps League, Goshen Police Department and others. There will be two interactive booths in the park. There will be a “letter of gratitude” booth where fair-goers can write a thank you letter to veterans and first responders. These letters will be distributed to veterans and first responders after the fair. The second booth will be a “Where did you serve” interactive booth where veterans can place a pin on a world map, showing where they served. They can also fill out a log with their name, military branch and time of service. This booth will be in Heritage Park Saturday, July 24, and then move to the History Room porch, located at the Elkhart County Community Center building, for the remainder of the fair.

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Museum tells history of Nappanee with walking tour Elkhart County Historical Museum will be offering a historic walking tour of Nappanee at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 22, weather permitting. The tour will begin in the parking lot of Coppes Commons, 401 E. Market St. Participants must pre-register to attend the tour. Register by Wednesday, July 21, by going to the Elkhart County Parks website, elkhartcountyparks.org, and

ﬁnding the event on the events calendar page. Established in the 1870s, Nappanee was created due to the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad building its tracks through the southern part of Elkhart County. Soon many people began ﬂocking to the new town in order to be close to railroad and all the advantages brought by the trains. Nappanee became a center for

the lumber industry, furniture making and much more. Staff from the museum will guide participants down Market Street, and through the neighborhoods, pointing out the stories behind Nappanee’s rich history. This history will include the Nappanee Auditorium, Coppes Hotel, the Hartman Store, and the town’s interesting architecture.

Ivy Tech and South Bend Civic Theatre presenting show Ivy Tech Community College & the South Bend Civic Theatre invite the community to join them from 7:30-9 p.m. Thursday, July 22, for their inaugural “Loud, Live & Full of Pride Drag Show” as part of the college’s monthly Soul Session Series. This event is hosted by drag queen legend Harmonica Sunbeam & RuPaul’s Drag Race & RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Alum Monique Heart. This event is free to Ivy Tech students, staff and faculty. General public may purchase tickets for $10 via the South Bend Civic Theatre website: www.sbct.org. Following the show will be a free meet and greet with the performers. Proceeds from the show will beneﬁt LGBTQ+ initiatives in South Bend and Elkhart. Dexter L. Overall, director of Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Student Life said “Ivy Tech’s Soul Session series uses art and performance to celebrate cultural heritage, inspire cross cultural conversations, support diversity/equity initiatives,

promote belonging and uplift for all communities. We are excited to celebrate creativity and pride this summer with the South Bend Civic Theatre. It is our hope that the evening will not only bring great entertainment but serve as a reminder that no matter our backgrounds, we all have something to be proud of and unity is a great way to celebrate. I am excited to celebrate diversity, equity and belonging with the Civic and look forward to future programming.” Aaron Nichols, executive director of the South Bend Civic Theatre said “The Civic is thrilled to be working with Ivy Tech, especially on efforts that celebrate our LGBTQ+ community. I’m conﬁdent this ongoing

partnership is going to be fabulous.” Monique Heart is the stage name of Kevin Richardson, an American drag queen best known for competing on the 10th season of RuPaul’s Drag Race where she placed eighth and on the fourth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars,” where she was a runner-up alongside Naomi Smalls. Heart is known as the heart of season 10. Since her season aired in 2018, Heart has appeared in a number of web series produced by World of Wonder, including a starring role in Manic Moments With Monique Heart. In January 2019, she released “Brown Cow Stunning,” her debut single and music video and appeared as a mentor on RuPaul’s Celebrity Drag Race. In 2020,

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+(/3,1* :,7+ )22' ,16(&85,7< ³ Shown, from left, are Luanne Ramer, Todd Zeltwanger, Rose Goyette and Mark Mikel during ACT Nappanee-Wakarusa÷s recent check presentation. Handing over checks for almost $400 to help alleviate food insecurity in Elkhart County, Ramer and Goyette, executive committee members of ACT Nappanee-Wakarusa, made the presentation to Zeltwanger of Cultivate Food Rescue and Mikel of The Center Family Christian Development Center the week of July 5-9. Photo provided by ACT Nappanne-Wakarusa.

ACT Nappanee-Wakarusa donates $400 Handing over checks for almost $400 to help alleviate food insecurity in Elkhart County, Rose Goyette and Luanne Ramer, executive committee members of ACT Nappanee-Wakarusa, presented checks to The Center: Family

Christian Development Center and Cultivate Food Rescue July 8. ACT Nappanee-Wakarusa, a civic organization of Democrat, Independent and Progressive voters, became aware 12% of residents in Elkhart County are con-

Evergreen Singers announce 2021 re-start After a year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic, the Evergreen Singers choir recently announced plans for a shortened 2021 season with the ﬁrst practice from 9:3010:45 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, in the Greencroft Community Center. The singers are recruiting interested persons to contribute their voices in making joyful music. Evergreen Singers hopes to return to its normal April to November schedule, singing at various retirement centers and churches in 2022. This choir, founded in 1986, welcomes any persons over 50 years age who love choral singing and can commit to weekly practices and occasional performances. In 2021, the singers will limit concerts to Greencroft campus venues, concluding in

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As the lone rider to deliver a flawless performance in front of the electric crowd inside the Michiana Event Center Saturday, July 10, Grayson Cole, New Riggold, Pa., captured his first-ever Professional Bull Riders event win, victorious at the PBR Bull Bash at MEC in Shipshewana, one of the league’s four touring pro division majors. The 21-year-old got off to a hot start in the opening round, tying for the round one victory. Cole made the eight aboard Outlaw (Hart Cattle Co./Hale) for 88 points, the second-best score of his three-year career with the PBR. Cole then punctuated his perfect outing in the Hoosier state with a 69-point score aboard Hillbilly (Cornwell Bucking Bulls) in the championship round. Courtesy of his golden finish, Cole earned a check for $14,408.81 and a critical 39.5 world points. The Pennsylvania-native surged 26 positions in the world standings, climbing from No. 76 to No. 50 as he seeks his first-ever PBR World Finals qualification in 2021. Cole now trails the Top 30 and a berth to the elite Unleash The Beast by 85.92 points. Second was Jake Lockwood, Volborg, Mont., earning 25.5 world points. The Montana sensation clinched the silver finish after splitting the round one win with Cole, registering his 88-point effort aboard Gator (Generations Pro Rodeo Inc.). Lockwood, however, had his hopes of victory come to a heartbreaking end when he was dispatched by Sugar Boom Boom (Cornwell Bucking Bulls/ Circle G) in an ever-close 7.44 seconds in the championship round. The 21-year-old is now ranked No. 66 in the world, having risen 47 positions after beginning the event No. 113. Covering War Face (Cornwell Bucking Bulls) for 87.5 points in round one, Venn Johns (Bixby,

OCRA Historic Renovation Grant Program now open The Historic Renovation Grant Program is now open for applications, according to Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Ofﬁce of Community and Rural Affairs. The program is designed to preserve and rehabilitate historic properties to further incentivize downtown economic development across Indiana. “Our state is home to many unique structures ﬁlled with history,” Crouch said. “Preserving these buildings through this grant will not only help local communities maintain their downtown buildings but also help keep Indiana’s rich history alive.”

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Resolution honoring Indiana Veterans Home A resolution honoring and recognizing the 125th anniversary of the Indiana Veterans Home re-

cently passed the Senate. The House version was introduced by Rep. Jim Baird (IN-04),

Free meals for all students during upcoming school year The United States Department of Agriculture has approved all schools to offer free lunch to all students regardless of income. Those schools that offer breakfast will be able to offer free breakfast to all students, as well. This means students will receive their meals for free this school year. Some things to keep in mind: • Students must take the required components to make a reimbursable meal in order for it to be free. How students make a reimbursable meal will be posted/displayed in the cafeteria or during meal delivery. The cashier or other school staff will help students take a full reimbursable meal. • If students purchase extras (such as a bottled drink) available in the serving line, a la carte (such as a singular milk or entree), snacks from vend-

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and the Senate version was introduced by Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN). “Indiana’s veterans and their families deserve the best in longterm care and service,” said Director Dennis Wimer, Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs. “The IVH has provided that service for over a century with dedicated care to our military families. We couldn’t be prouder to recognize this milestone and honor their

commitment with the passing of this resolution.” House co-sponsors include Rep. Jackie Walorski (R-IN-2), Rep. Jim Banks (R-IN-3), Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN-5), Rep. Greg Pence (R-IN-6), Rep. Andre Carson (DIN-7), Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN-9), Rep. Larry Bucshon (RIN-8), and Rep. Frank Mrvan (DIN-1). Located in West Lafayette, the IVH offers long-term skilled

nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, independent living, and memory care services to honorably discharged Indiana veterans, their spouses and Gold Star parents. With a comprehensive array of on-site services offered in a newly renovated home-like setting along with veteran-speciﬁc programming and events, IVH is the best choice for Indiana’s service members and their families since 1896.

Starting July 1, Indiana’s Military Family Relief Fund will be more accessible to Indiana veterans. In April, Gov. Eric J. Holcomb signed Indiana Enrolled Act 316, which removed some of MFRF’s eligibility restrictions. The change was made to increase the number of veterans who have access to the emergency fund. “Our mission is to help as many of our veterans as possible, and the requirements that were removed accounted for about 75% of our previous denials,” said Dennis Wimer, executive director of the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs. “I want to thank lawmak-

ers, partners and veterans who helped get those restrictions removed so our IDVA staff can serve a greater number of our military families in need.” The MFRF is designed to assist veterans and their dependent family members experiencing ﬁnancial hardship. The emergency grant may be used for needs such as housing, utilities, food, medical services, basic transportation, and other essential household expenses. Grants are provided on a case-by-case basis and may not exceed a lifetime limit of $2,500. The MFRF is funded through the sale of military specialty license plates. Among some of the changes,

applicants will no longer need to connect their ﬁnancial hardship directly to their military service. Lawmakers also removed the requirements stating a veteran must have served during wartime and must have been on active duty for more than a year. In addition, certain other than honorable discharges will be considered for the grant program. Veterans who need assistance are encouraged to apply, even if they had been denied previously. Applications and more information about the Indiana Military Family Relief Fund can be found at www.in.gov/dva/about-idva/ links/military-family-relief-fund/.

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Cheryl A. Chrzan Cheryl A. Chrzan, 67, Plymouth, died at 7:30 a.m. July 12, 2021, in her home. Born June 24, 1954, she is survived by her children Tyler Chrzan, Ariel Croy, Cassandra Chrzan, Michael Mangun and Erin Kidder, Plymouth; brother, Gary Chrzan, Bremen; and her mother, JoAnn Chrzan, Bremen. There were no services held for Mrs. Chrzan.

Christopher Clark Christopher D. Clark, 38, Goshen, died July 6, 2021. Born July 5, 1983, he is survived by his parents, Timothy E. and Sandra J. Clark, Goshen; brother, Jake Clark; sisters, Blaine Huber and MaKla Clark. Private family services were held for Mr. Clark. A public service, to be held at Constant Springs, Goshen, will be held at a later date.

Melissa N. Connell Melissa N. Connell, 29, Irons, Mich., died July 7, 2021, from injuries received in an automobile accident. Born Oct. 3, 1991, she is survived by sons, Jackson, James, Jesse and Jerry Connell, Irons; her parents, Mary and Travis Goans, topeka, Jamie and Deda Connell, Shady Grove, Fla.; and sister, Leah Armstrong, Perry, Fla. A cremation committal was held at Legacy Cremation & Remembrance Center, Ligonier. Her life will be celebrated at a later date in Florida.

Alexander R. Gattman Alexander R. Gattman, 22, Elkhart, died July 10, 2021. Born July 27, 1998, he is survived by his mother and stepfather, Stephanie and Tom Sibal, Goshen; brother, Steven A. Gattman, Huntley, Ill.; sister, Elizabeth Gattman, Jamestown, N.Y.; stepsister, Jennifer Sibal; stepSTATE OF INDIANA ) COUNTY OF ELKHART ) SS: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT CAUSE NO. 20D02-2107-MI-000265 IN RE CHANGE OF NAME OF MINOR: Luna Bachier Arcaya, Minor Jean Bachier Arcaya, Petitioner ORDER ON VERIFIED PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME OF MINOR Comes now the Court, having reviewed the Verified Petition for Change of Name of Minor and the Notice of Filing Proof of Publication, and having confi med service on the non-petitioning parent or that service on the non-petitioning parent is not required under Indiana Code 31-19-9, now finds as ollows: 1. The Minor Child’s current name is Luna Bachier Arcaya. 2. The Minor Child resides at 23003 Weymouth Lane, Elkhart, IN 46516. 3. The Minor Child’s date of birth is 05/25/2021. 4. The child does not have any felony convictions. 5. The Petitioner wishes to change the Minor Child’s name to Luna Bachier Olavarria. 6. This Order is in accordance with the best interest of the Minor Child as guided by Indiana Code 31-17-2-8. WHEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner’s Petition for Change of Name of Minor is GRANTED, and Minor’s name is hereby changed to Luna Bachier Olavarria. JUDGE, Elkhart County Circuit Court

brothers, William and Kevin Sibal; grandmothers, Frances Davis, Pingree Grove, Ill., and Ruth Gattman, Elkhart. Services were held July 16.

Larry C. Gill Larry C. Gill, 80, Syracuse, died July 9, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. Born June 27, 1941, he married Karen Cramer Aug. 20, 1977. She survives with sons, Randy Gill, Millersburg, and Michael Gill, Syracuse; and brother, Gary Gill, Elkhart. Private graveside services were held for Mr. Gill. Visitation will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. July 23 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. Services will follow at 4 p.m. with Pastor Jim Shrock, First Baptist Church, Goshen, ofﬁciating. Memorial contributions may be given to Riley Children’s Foundation, www.rileykids.org.

Carol J. Hampel Carol J. Hampel, 90, Goshen, died July 9, 2021, at Hubbard Hill Estates, Elkhart. Born Feb. 3, 1931, she married W. Edward Nellist in June 1951. They divorced in 1969. In March 1983, she married Gerald C. Hampel, who survives. In addition to her husband, she is survived by sons, Robert H. Nellist, Elkhart, William E. Nellist, Maryland, and Lawrence M. Nellist, Tennessee; daughter, Brenda K. Roberts, Elkhart; and stepson, Gerrod Hampel, Elkhart. She was preceded in death by W. Edward Nellist, the father of her children. Services were held July 15.

Teresa J. Hardesty Teresa J. Hardesty, 56, Goshen, died at 1:15 p.m. July 9, 2021, in her home. She was born April 24, 1965, and married Kim J. Hardesty May 24, 1986. He survives with daughters, Holly Lewallen, LaGrange, and Cynda Murray, Cromwell; her father, Lyle L. Rohrer, Goshen; and brother, L. Jay Rohrer, Goshen. Services were held July 15.

Henry E. Hershberger Henry E. Hershberger, 83, LaGrange, died at 6:30 a.m. July 10, 2021, in his home. He was born Jan. 25, 1938, and married Susie A. Miller Jan. 26, 1960. She survives with sons, Virgil D. and Nathan L. Hershberger, Shipshewana, Keith L., Myron E., and Lorne E. Hershberger, LaGrange, and Lyndon L. Hershberger, Russellville, Ohio; daughter, Edith J. Miller, Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada; brother, Daniel Herschberger, Wakarusa; sisters, Esther Bontrager, Middlebury; and brother-in-law, Elmer Gingerich, Mountain View, Ark. Services were held July 13.

Ruby E. Hershberger Ruby E. Hershberger, 89, Goshen, died at 12:16 p.m. July 9, 2021, at The Maples at Waterford Crossing, Goshen. Born Nov. 24, 1931, she married

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Former Caroliers Member Marie Miller, 83, Millersburg, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Hope Springs Manor in Goshen. She was born Oct. 9, 1937, in Rolette, N.D., to Ezra and Gladys (Bontrager) Gingerich. On Sept. 30, 1956, she married Elroy G. Miller in Goshen at Clinton Frame Church, formerly Clinton Frame 0$5,( 0,//(5 Mennonite Church. He died Jan. 15, 2014. Survivors include four children, Cheryl (Andy) Gall, New Paris, Lavonne (Joe) Warstler, Syracuse, Keith Miller and Diane (Dustin) Lockwood, both of Goshen; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Viola (Ned) Miller and Carol (Gerald) Beachy, both of Goshen; a sister-in-law, Donna (Dan) Cole, Goshen; and a brother-in-law, Gene Bender, Middlebury. Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by infants, Carla Dawn and Dana Lee Miller; a granddaughter, Jessica Warstler; a sister, Geneva Bender; and a brother, Marvin Gingerich. Marie was part of one of the ﬁrst graduating classes at Bethany Christian High School in 1956. She was a member of Clinton Frame Church, where she was active in the church’s sewing fellowship and the Caroliers singing group. Marie enjoyed volunteering at The Depot and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family appreciates the kind and thoughtful care Marie received while she was at Hope Springs Manor. Visitation was from 6-8 p.m. Monday, July 12, and 9-10:45 a.m. Tuesday, July 13, at Clinton Frame Church, 63846 CR 35, Goshen, followed by an 11 a.m. funeral service. Pastor Julie Lehman and grandson Brandon Gall ofﬁciated. Burial followed at Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen. Memorial gifts may be directed to Clinton Frame Sewing and Fellowship or Mennonite Central Committee. Online condolences may be shared at www.yoderculpfuneralhome. com. Monroe J. Hershberger Oct. 7, 1951. He preceded her in death May 27, 2017. Survivors include sons, Gary Hershberger, Goshen, Jeryl Hershberger, Topeka, and Mark Hershberger, Elkhart; daughter, Rose Stutzman, Millersburg; sisters, Rebecca Yoder, Middlebury, and Ruth Detweiler, Oklahoma; and brother, Bernie Eash, Sturgis, Mich. Services were held July 15.

Becky Irvin Becky Irvin, 75, Bremen, died July 9, 2021 in her home. Born Dec. 30, 1945, she married George Irvin Jr. June 7, 1970. He survives with son, Jonathan Irvin; brother Fred Detwiler; and sister, Mary Rinehart. Family services were held for Mrs. Irvin.

Ruby P. Jeffries Ruby P. Jeffries, 76, Goshen, died July 12, 2021, in her home. Born Aug. 16, 1944, she married Eddie Jeffries Oct. 25, 1997. He survives with sons, Gary Mettert, Goshen, and Barry Mettert, Gas City; and sister, Linda Holland, Goshen. Services will be held at a later date.

Randall Kauffman A service of remembrance for Randall D. Kauffman, 55, Glendale, Wis., will be held at 11 a.m. July 31 at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, 63846 CR 35, Goshen. Graveside services will be held prior to the church service at 9:30 a.m. at Ivins Cemetery, Middlebury. Mr. Kauffman died April 23, 2021.

Ruth I. Lehman Ruth I. Lehman, 49, Bristol, died July 12, 2021, in her home. She was born July 25, 1971, and is survived by her mother, Pam Zirkle; grandmother, Ruth Lehman; her half sister and brother, Andrea B. Lehman and George T. Lehman; her cousin who helped her, Carla Blenk; friend and caregiver, Jerry King. Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home, Elkhart, was in charge of arrangements.

Doris List Doris List, 88, Goshen, died July 9, 2021, in her home. Born March 8, 1933, she married Jack D. List Feb. 2, 1952. He preceded her in death July 20, 2004. She is survived by daughters, Kathye Parrish, Goshen, and Nancy Larkin, Florida. Graveside services were held July 15.

Drewetta A. Lyons Drewetta A. Lyons, 61, Goshen, died at 5 p.m. July 10, 2021, at Courtyard Healthcare. Born Aug. 19, 1959, she is survived by a daughter, Renee Adkins, Goshen; and brother, Kenneth Hopkins, Elkhart. Services will be held at a later date.

Larry K. Martin Larry K. Martin, 79, Peru, died July 12, 2021, at Howard Regional Health System, Kokomo. Born Jan. 16, 1942, he married Kay B. (Doty) Hentgen Oct. 28, 2016. She survives with a son, Michael L. Martin, Westﬁeld; daughters, Kerri Lester, Peru, Kristin Fielstra, Nappanee, and Tara Geisel, Elkhart; stepsons, Eric Raderstorf, Lafayette, and Curt Raderstorf, Windom, Minn. A celebration of life service was held July 18.

Pauline A. Martin Pauline A. Martin, 94, Goshen, died at 12:25 a.m. July 9, 2021. She was born Dec. 30, 1926, and married Gerald Martin Oct. 7, 1951. He preceded her in death Oct. 17, 2002. Survivors include sons, Ronald Martin, Elkhart, and Kermit Martin, Quarryville, Pa.; daughters, Sheryl Weaver and Gloria Martin, Goshen, and Deanna Chupp, Nappanee; sonin-law, Chad Yutzy, New Paris; brothers, Roger Skiles, Wakarusa, and Richard Skiles, California. Services were held July 13.

Glen E. Mast Glen E. Mast, 86, Topeka, died July 9, 2021, in his home. Born Aug. 22, 1934, he married Edna Yoder June 13, 1954. She preceded him in death March 31, 2016. He then married Esther Galloway Jan. 1, 2017, who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by sons, Ken Mast, Bluffton, Mike and Gary Mast, Wawaka; daughter, Linda Gorsuch, Middlebury; stepsons, Vernon Galloway, Syracuse, and Donald E. Galloway, Texas; stepdaughters, Colleen Galloway, Grabill, Malinda Henderson, Ligonier, Michele Schmidt, LaGrange, and Christine Sprague, Kimmell. Services were held July 14.

William L. Meade Jr. William L. Meade Jr., 72, Ligonier, died July 8, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. He was born Aug. 2, 1948, and married Brenda Stricklin Aug. 2,

1968. She survives with a son, Derek Meade, Goshen; sisters, Trudy Williamson, Cromwell, and Debra Nelson, West Virginia. Services were held July 12.

Steven Mihojevich Steven Mihojevich, 89, Bristol, died July 10, 2021, in his home. He was born Sept. 3, 1931, and married Pauline M. Schuller Jan. 29, 1955. She preceded him in death Sept. 27, 2020. Survivors include daughters, Eloise Gaugler, Bristol, and Nancy Walter, Elkhart; sons, Timothy Mihojevich, Dayton, Ohio, and Paul Mihojevich, Bristol; and sister, Gloria Miller, San Francisco, Calif. Services were held July 19.

James R. Ransel James R. Ransel, 73, Bristol, died July 12, 2021, at Elkhart General Hospital. Born Sept. 11, 1947, he is survived by his wife, Yvonne; daughter, Amy Ransel, Indianapolis; son, Zack Ransel, Glen Ellyn, Ill.; and sister, Kerry Ransel, Auburn, Ala. A celebration of life service was held July 17.

David P. Redding David P. Redding, 79, Goshen, died at 3:05 a.m. July 7, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. Born Nov. 1, 1941, he is survived by a daughter Michelle Resendez, Indianapolis; and sister, Rita Marks, New Lenox, Ill. A memorial gathering was held July 15.

Wilbert R. Shenk Wilbert R. Shenk, 86, Goshen, died July 13, 2021, in his home at Greencroft. Born Jan. 16, 1935, he is survived by his wife, Juanita G.; daughters, Suzanne Morris and Maria Shenk; and son, Thomas Shenk. Services were held July 17.

John Sime John Sime, 93, Fort Myers, Fla., died July 9, 2021. Born Jan. 29, 1928, he married Joyce Swartz. She survives with son, Randy Sime; and daughter, Susan Balsley. Services were held July 18.

Katrina L. Smith Katrina L. Smith, 60, Ligonier, died July 14, 2021, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, Fort Wayne. She was born in June 1961, and married Richard Smith June 25, 2000. He preceded her in death in October 2015. Survivors include sons, Christopher Dixon, Syracuse, Aaron Dixon, Cromwell, and Cody Hastings, Kendallville; stepdaughter, Dianna Smith, Lake Worth, Fla.; brothers, Larry Franks, Findlay, Ohio, Huburt Franks, Hicksville, Ohio, Norbert Franks, Kendallville, and Randy Franks, Ashley; sister, Yolanda Lechleidner, Auburn; and brother-inlaw, Glenn Robbins, Warsaw. Visitation will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. July 29 at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway South, Ligonier. Services will be held at 10 a.m. July 30 at the funeral home with Pastor Sarah Tuttle ofﬁciating. Burial will follow at Sparta Cemetery, Kimmell. Memorial contributions may be given to Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, 46814.

Harvey Stutzman Jr. Harvey Stutzman Jr., 80, Shipshewana, died at 5 a.m. July 9, 2021, in his home. Born March 9, 1941, he married Bonnie J. Troyer May 14, 1964. She survives with daughters, Ruth A. Schmucker, Sharon Mullet and Linda King, Shipshewana; sons, Kenneth, Loren, David and Leon Stutzman, Shipshewana; son-in-law, Mahlon Bontrager, Shipshewana; sister, Kathryn Yoder, Nappanee; and brother-in-law, Herman Yoder, Nappanee. Services were held July 12.

Karl W. Tinkey Karl W. Tinkey, 53, Goshen, died July 13, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. Born Feb. 17, 1968, he is survived by his mother, Janie Tinkey; brothers,

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OBITUARIES Continued from page 8 Mike Tinkey, Goshen, and Jim Tinkey, Middlebury. A memorial dinner was held July 18 in his Goshen home.

Anna M. Towne Anna M. Towne, 86, Loudon, Tenn., died July 3, 2021. Born Nov. 4, 1934, she is survived by her husband, Harmon L. Towne, Loudon; sons, John T. Eagen, Buckeye, Ariz., and Michael Towne, Goshen; daughters, Susan Curtis, Sunﬁeld, Mich., and Valereie A. Geiser, Goshen; sister, Kathryn Elder, Versailles, Ky.; and brother, Patrick King, Wentzville, Mo. Services were held July 6.

Vera Wilkerson Vera Wilkerson, 73, Elkhart, was

COUNTY REPORT found deceased July 11, 2021. She was born March 28, 1948, and married Larry R. Wilkerson. He preceded her in death in August 2020. Survivors include sons, Stephen R. Hibshman, Elkhart, and William A. Hibshman, Goshen; sisters, Luba Kelly, Baroda, Mich., and Nancy Gustafson, Elkhart. A celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date.

Agnes P. Wood Agnes P. Wood, 82, Mishawaka, died July 6, 2021, at Creekside Village Nursing Home. Born Jan. 15, 1939, she married Willbren W. Wood June 18, 1957. He preceded her in death in December 2004. Survivors include daughters, Diana Seigler-Thornton, Bremen, Elaine Wood-Balentine, Susan Car-

penter and Judie Johnson, South Bend; sister, Nellie Reynolds, Osceola; her honorary sister, Annie MaloneWilliams, South Bend; sister-in-law, Sharon Wood; brothers-in-law, Chuck and Dale Wood; her mother-in-law, Sylvia Wood. There were no services held for Mrs. Wood.

Maxine Yoder Willard Yoder Services for Maxine J. and Willard O. Yoder, Topeka, will be held at 2 p.m. July 25 at Emma Church, Topeka. Visitation will follow services from 3 to 5 p.m. at Emma Church Park located across from the church. Willard O. Yoder, 97, died April 5, 2020, and his wife, Maxine J. Yoder, 97, died May 22, 2021.

BIRTHS The following Elkhart County area babies were recently born at Goshen Hospital: Darrin Jace Stutzman LaVon and Iva Stutzman, Middlebury, are the parents of a son, Darrin Jace, born at 8:03 p.m. July 8, 2021. He weighed 8 pounds, 0.5 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long. Colson Rain Richardson Ciara Nykole and Michael Allen Richardson, Goshen, are the parents of a son, Colson Rain, born at 3:13 p.m. July 13, 2021. He weighed 7 pounds, 14.1 ounces and was 19 inches long. BIRTHS ELSEWHERE Kurtis Aaron Yoder Joe and Keri (Bontrager) Yoder, Shipshewana, are the parents of a son, Kurtis Aaron, born at 7:20 a.m. June 3, 2021, at home. He weighed 8 pounds, 11 ounces.

Samantha S. Martin Wesley and Susie (Shirk) Martin, Goshen, are the parents of a daughter, Samantha S., born at 12:05 a.m. June 4, 2021, at home. She weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces. Mariah Grace Burkholder Matthew and SueAnn (Bontrager) Burkholder, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Mariah Grace, born at 2:36 p.m. June 11, 2021, at home. She weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce. Abigail Rain Beery Tyler and Shayna (Kunz) Berry, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Abigail Rain, born at 8:34 p.m. July 2, 2021, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Abigail joins two siblings: Jack and Levi. Valerie R. Martin Jerold and Kathryn (Ramer) Martin, Rochester, are the parents of a

cash-flow relief to schools, IBB sought a portion of the state’s Coronavirus Relief Funds to reimburse the schools for the majority of their interest expense paid. Because the initial financing rolled all costs into the interest rate, this reimbursement of the majority of their interest results in schools effectively receiving a no-cost, no-interest loan from IBB. “Through no fault of their own, these schools faced cashflow interruptions due to COVID-19,” explained Mark Wuellner, executive director of

Ruthmere receives grant Ruthmere Foundation Inc. is an Indiana Arts Commission Arts Organization Support grant recipient for July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022. Regular guided tours of Ruth-

mere Museum and Havilah Beardsley House are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday on the hour, and 1-3 p.m. Sunday. For more information visit www.Ruthmere.org.

US 6 to close for culvert pipe replacement July 19 Indiana Department of Transportation announces the closure of US 6 between CR 25 and CR 29. Crews will be replacing culvert pipes both east and west of CR 127. Work is scheduled to start on or after July 19 and is expected to last until July 22.

Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have ﬁled for marriage dissolutions in the Elkhart County Superior Court III and Circuit courts: Berkey — Bradley Berkey, Cromwell, and Charity L. Berkey, Goshen. Norris — Angelica Norris, Goshen, and Stephen Norris, no address given. Glanders — Carrie Glanders, Willits, Calif., and Gary E. Maure, Elkhart. Maldonado — Iliana Maldonado, Elkhart, and Froylan G. Hernandez, Elkhart. With minor child(ren).

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daughter, Valerie R., born at 7:39 a.m. July 15, 2021, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces and was 21 1/4 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Rufus and Arlene Ramer. Paternal grandparents are Duane and Susan Martin. Valerie joins two siblings: Delphine and Paul Ray. Sadie Marie Borkholder Brian and Emma (Hochstetler) Borkholder, New Paris, are the parents of a daughter, Sadie Marie, born at 8:36 p.m. July 15, 2021, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces and was 20 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Ernest and Dora Hochstetler. Paternal grandparents are Dale and Esther Borkholder. Sadie joins two siblings: Sara and Jason.

Indiana Bond Bank returns nearly $350,000 In May 2021, as part of a newly launched Indiana Bond Bank Gives Back campaign, the IBB reimbursed 29 school corporations $348,175 in interest paid on tax anticipation warrants issued through IBB in 2020 during the height of COVID-19. Two local school corporations, Goshen Community Schools and Elkhart Community Schools received reimbursements. In summer 2020, schools issued tax anticipation warrants through IBB to combat COVID-19-related cash-ﬂow deﬁcits. After providing this

During the closure drivers should use the posted detour of SR 15 and US 33. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down and use caution while driving in and around all work zones. All work is weather-dependent and schedules are subject to change.

the Indiana Bond Bank. “None planned on borrowing last year. So we felt an obligation to pursue every option on their behalf. It took time and effort, but what an amazing feeling to call these 29 hard-working school treasurers and hear their surprise that over one year later we had a reimbursement check for them.” “I am so proud of our IBB team, who worked behind the scenes for months to secure reimbursement for these 29 schools,” said State Treasurer Kelly Mitchell, chair of the Indiana Bond Bank Board. “As the kick-off to the IBB Gives Back campaign, it perfectly encapsulates how IBB views serving local governments. Exceptional customer service is a baseline expectation that does not end with the financing.” As part of its efforts, IBB also secured interest expense reimbursements for a fire protection district, more than $2,000, and three cities, more than $113,000, which issued tax anticipation warrants through IBB due to COVID-19. Indiana Bond Bank is a quasi-state agency created in 1984 whose mission is to provide targeted financial solutions to local Indiana government. For more information on the Indiana Bond Bank, please visit inbondbank.com or contact the IBB at (317) 233-0090 or bcarman@inbondbank.com.

The following petitions have been ﬁled in Elkhart County Circuit Court, Judge Michael A. Christofeno presiding:

Complaints

Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Jennifer Rinhart, Elkhart, $1,183.75; Keith E. Oiler, Elkhart, $3,624.34; Nichole Grifﬁn, Elkhart, $2,839.87; Yolanda Benavidez, Nappanee, $1,406.60; Rafailito Hernandez, Goshen, $882.48; Keith Mills, Bristol, $4,663.30; Jennifer Franks, Elkhart, $1,066. C.E. Lee Decorating Center v. Juan Fortoso, Elkhart, $2,201.89.

In re property at 24028 Himebaugh Ave., Elkhart, Dreama Phillips, petitioner. Petition for order to record quitclaim deed for intestate real estate. Per Mar Security Services v. Jason and Raquel Curtis dba 5-Star Dive Bar, Elkhart, $2,951.95.

Superior Court III The following petitions have been ﬁled in Elkhart County Superior Court III, Judge Teresa L. Cataldo presiding:

Complaints

Crown Asset Management LLC v. April Taylor, Goshen, $1,184.62. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Teffany Ulmer Allen, Elkhart, $1,306.60; Jose R. Pichinte, Elkhart, $9,436.44. U.S. Bank NA dba Elan Financial Services v. Raul Varela aka Raul Varela Jr., Elkhart, $2,992.32. Autovest LLC of Indiana v. Adam Michael Glassman, Elkhart, $12,506.08.

Superior Court IV The following judgments have been entered in Elkhart County Superior Court IV, Judge Gretchen Lund presiding:

Complaints and Small Claims

Deborah M. Miller v. Damon Jacob Beery, $2,362 Culver Development Corp. v. Virginia Hernandez and Alvaro Mejia, $1,500 Aegis Trusted Dentistry PC v. Kendy Perez Saucedo, $1,068.10

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ed exhibit to check-in at 11:30 a.m. Judging begins at noon. Awards are sponsored by Hahn Auctioneers Inc. Saturday will also feature a “Marzipan Sculpture” contest, sponsored by Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn. Use marzipan to create a sculpture. Be as creative as you want. Check-in is at 4:30 p.m. Open judging begins at 5 p.m. Try out the longest apple peel contest, Tuesday, July 27. We provide the apples and the knife, but for safety reasons, this contest is for adults only. Be sure to read the contest rules and regulations. The participant with the longest, continuous peel will claim first place. Check in at 11 a.m. Contest begins at 11:15 a.m. Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard is sponsoring the event. Saturday, July 31, also hosts “The Great Homemade Ice Cream Crank-Off” which is held in front of the Home & Family Arts building. Enter as an individual or a team of no more than three. Specific contest rules and regulations apply. Cash prizes will be giving to first, second and third place winners. This contest is sponsored by the Elkhart County Dairy Directors. All entries, with the exception of Culinary Arts—baking and cake decorating, and special contests, must be brought to the Home and Family Arts Building on the fairgrounds between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday, July 19. Baking and cake decorating entries are due on Thursday, July 22 between 7:30- 11 am. Special contest entries are due the day of the contest and your entry fee is your paid admission at the gate. For a complete copy of the rules and regulations, visit our office website at extension.purdue.edu/ elkhart/article/34928 or one can be emailed to you by contacting fink24@purdue.edu. You can also obtain a copy from the Elkhart County Extension Office in Goshen located on the 4-H Fairgrounds.

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Twenty-eight ladies compete for 4-H Queen crown %\ 1,&+2/(77( &$5/621 6WDII :ULWHU This year 28 girls will be vying for the title of 2021 Elkhart County Fair Queen. The contest will begin at 8 p.m. Friday, July 23, on the grandstand stage. The contestants are: Dayna-Rose Brown, a 17-year-old junior at Northridge High School, is being sponsored by the Elkhart County Dairy Club. She lives in Goshen. Her parents are Jason and Vania Brown. Sophia Yoder, an 18-year-old homeschooled senior, is being sponsored by the Elkhart County Lamb Club. She lives in Goshen. Her parents are Dale and Jennifer Yoder. Aurora Batts, a 16-year-old junior at Concord High School, is being sponsored by Epic Dance Studios. She lives in Goshen. Her parents are Michael and Jennifer Batts. Emily Parcell, a 20-year-old junior at Samford University, is being sponsored by Carpenter Family Farms. She lives in Goshen. Her parents are David and Deb Parcell. Jaidyn Rhodes, an 18-year-old senior at Fairﬁeld Jr./Sr. High School, is being sponsored by Stutzman Dentistry. She lives in Millersburg. Her parents are Jack and Jill Rhodes. Reagan Koble, an 18-year-old senior at NorthWood High School, is being sponsored by Union Township 4-H Clubs. She lives in Nappanee. Her parents are Matt and Dina Koble. Laci Johnson, an 18-year-old graduate of Northridge High School, is being sponsored by the Elkhart County Saddle Club. She lives in Goshen. Her parents are

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Fair reduces 2021 restrictions Elkhart County has continued to see improvement with regards to its local COVID-19 status. With various state and local restrictions having been lifted and in accordance with its 2021 Health and Safety Plan, the Elkhart County 4-H Fair is now able to open the gates of the Elkhart County 4-H Fair at full capacity July 23-31. These changes include: Guests will no longer need to purchase admission tickets for Sunday, July 25. Any guests who purchased an admission ticket for Sunday, July 25, via credit card will automatically receive a refund for their purchase, back on their credit card. Any guest who visited the fairgrounds ofﬁce and purchased an admission ticket for Sunday, July 25, with cash, may receive a refund by visiting the fairgrounds ofﬁce and returning their admission ticket. Guests will no longer have to choose what day they would like to visit the fair when purchasing their admission tickets. Tickets previously purchased for Saturday, July 24, thru Saturday, July 30 (except for Sunday, July 25, which are being

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meetings are held at 7:30 a.m. each day. “I encourage the board members, go to the livestock shows and welcome guests at the grandstand,” Hostetler said. “I represent the fair to the public.” Also during fair week, he will be working 18 hour days. The term of the fair board president begins Oct. 1 and ends the following Oct. 1. Hostetler said he has gotten to know many of the former fair board presidents and “to be known with them is an honor.” He said his favorite part of the fair will be seeing his family experience a different side of it this year. For example, the family will be allowed backstage to meet with concert performers. “They will get to see parts a lot of people don’t get to see,” he said. Trent and Cindy have three children: Allison and Tim, who are both married, and Tyler, who will be married in October. They also

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“Representing the Elkhart County 4-H Fair was a dream and I don’t know if any community would be as supportive and fun as the fair community,” McCoy stated.

continue competing in pageants. “Representing the Elkhart County 4-H Fair was a dream and I don’t know if any community would be as supportive and fun as the fair community, so I don’t plan on competing in a pageant again,” McCoy stated. “But I will continue to help and train other girls.” This year McCoy will be giving a speech and doing her last walk before handing off the crown to the 2021 queen and handing out sashes and flowers to the runners up. As a 10-year 4-H’er, McCoy participated in beef club, dairy feeder calf club and the junior livestock board. For her, “4-H really displayed the importance of having a community to do life with.” She saw this in beef club when older members would teach the younger members new tips and tricks. She then utilized this in college to find a great friend group. In December McCoy will graduate from Purdue University with a degree in agricultural communication and a certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation with a focus in business and policy. She plans to pursue a career following her internships in marketing and communication at Henriott Group, Inc. and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. She hopes one day to write trade agreements under the USDA while running a beef cattle operation and writing her own book.

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After winning the title of Elkhart County 4-H Fair Queen in 2019, Grace McCoy has spent her tenure advocating for agriculture and how it corresponds with the community. During the 2019 fair week, she attended multiple events working to encourage and support her fellow 4-H’ers, gave newspaper and television interviews, and made speeches at grandstand events. McCoy also felt responsible for some “unspoken” responsibilities she felt she should do. According to her, these included “helping seniors on Senior Citizens Day get around by driving them on my golf cart and carrying a big bag of bubbles and bouncy balls on Kids Day so every kid could get a prize.” Following the conclusion of fair week, McCoy’s focus turned to her participation in the state pageant. “Despite the looks of it, I’m the kind of girl that’s comfortable in rubber boots and a messy bun, not heels and curls, so the state pageant freaked me out,” McCoy admitted. Despite her nerves, she went on to compete in the three-day state pageant against 86 other girls and won ﬁrst runner up. After admitting she tripped twice on stage during modeling and laughed at her own joke during her speech, McCoy believed the portion that made all the difference was the interview. In her interview she discussed the effects of the agriculture industry on many people personally, academically and ﬁnancially. “The only thing I remember when my name was announced was hearing all of the other girls that had just competed yelling and clapping for me,” McCoy emphasized. “This was hands down the best part — having a community of women that cheered me on and were excited for me.” She was thrilled with the new connections and friendships she made along the way.

Since there was no fair, and therefore no fair queen for 2020, McCoy’s duties continued into the following year. These duties primarily consisted of raising support for the fair, volunteering for events such as the fair food drive-thru and encouraging young women to apply for and compete in this year’s pageant. As a young girl, McCoy won a cutie queen pageant. Right before competing for fair queen, she competed in the 2019 Nappanee Apple Blossom pageant and won ﬁrst runner up. “I decided to compete because I wanted to push myself out of my comfort zone and use a platform like this to advocate for agriculture,” she explained. “I also got to watch my former cross country teammates, Gabby Birr and Sarah Stump, act as Elkhart County 4-H queens and I really looked up to them.” However, she has no plans to

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SPARK Remote Control Club Dennis and Melissa Carl are the leaders of the club, which currently boasts 26 members between third and 11th grade and averages 1516 members per monthly meeting. “This is my fourth year as a leader and Dennis’s ﬁrst year,” said Melissa. “However, he has always

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helped me behind the scenes.” The club’s purpose is “to give kids a place where they can explore the hobby, get connected to other kids and experts who share this interest and help each other by sharing their knowledge and experiences,” Melissa said. “It’s a fun, laid-back club.” The club was established in 2016 and will this year be racing in its fourth Elkhart County Fair along a racetrack in the grassy ﬁeld next to the Homestead Barn on the north border of the fairgrounds. “Our club members, along with parent volunteers, will set up a track for any youth in grades three through 12 to come out and try racing one of our remote control cars.” The event will take place from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Sunday, July 25. “We are not exclusive,” noted Melissa. “You don’t need to own a car to be a part of the club. Our fair sponsors have graciously supported our group in various ways, painting the car bodies, providing discounts on parts and making monetary donations. “Some people might be intimidated by the hobby because it can be extremely expensive. Our goal is to help members at any budget and skill level get into the hobby and have fun.” The club has partnered with Maple City Hobbies in Goshen to assist in equipping interested kids. If you know or have a child interested in the Remote Control Club, please contact the Purdue Exten-

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safety of automobiles.” Club members will design a poster pertaining to its specific workshops. Dustin cited the examples of “how to change a tire or how to change your vehicle’s oil.” He also said, “We will have a float in the fair parade as well as being at the cruise-in the last Saturday of the fair (July 31).” Dustin explained his and his wife, Samantha’s, impetus in leading the club. “As a mechanic I see a lot of people who do not know the basics of their vehicles. We believe even a basic understanding of automotive maintenance is a life skill. We want to teach the generations to come how to be more selfsufficient when it comes to their automotive needs.” Samantha added, “We are not just for the guys. We welcome everyone in grades three through 12.” For more information, email 4hautomechanics@gmail.com. SPARK Science Wacky Design Machine Design Team The group meets during the academic year at Mary Beck Elementary School and Roosevelt Middle School in Elkhart. The club is open to third through sixth graders. The club will sit out this year’s fair, but “we are looking for better days ahead,” said Sthele Greybar, the group’s leader. “Anybody can attend the meetings, to be announced when school starts up again.” For more information, contact Greybar at (574) 533-0554 or sgreybar@ purdue.edu.

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Sneddon, who described herself as “a behind the scenes” type person said her favorite part of 4-H is working with the kids. Her favorite part of the fair is enjoying the rodeo, the Christian concerts and meeting with friends. Her favorite fair food is the pretzels with cheese. Cripe is one of the leaders for the Elkhart County 4-H Saddle Club. She’s been a 4-H leader for eight years. She said she was excited about being named a leader of the day. Among the “perks” of the title

is getting a T-shirt and getting to attend one of the concerts. She said she loves watching the kids show their animals. Her son participated in the Elkhart County 4-H Poultry and Goat clubs as well as Saddle Club. “I really like the horses because they come home with us,” she said. Her favorite fair food is the taco salad. Jeanne DiLorenzo will be the leader of the day for Monday, July 26. She is one of the leaders for the 4-H Dog Club. She said she’s been

a 4-H leader for at least 30 years although it could be for possibly longer. She said she considers being named a leader of the day to be an honor. She said the part she loves most about being a leader is “The kids and 4-H. I just like the kids and they get such an (experience). FourH proved to be a place for kids to go and not get in trouble,” she said explaining while growing up, most of her daughter’s friends were 4-H friends, not friends from school. Her favorite fair food is the straw-

berry shortcake. Lois Clark will be the leader of the day for Tuesday, July 27. She is the leader of the 4-H Fantastics 4-H Club. She’s been a leader for 35 years and prior to that she was a leader for 25 years. She is excited about being named leader of the day, saying she’s never done it before. “I would recommend 4-H to anybody,” she said. “Seeing the kids … We’ve watched kids in mini 4-H or regular 4-H …It’s fun to watch them grow and blossom.” Her favorite part of the fair is seeing the projects the kids have done. Her favorite fair food place is the dairy bar by the grand stands. “They have such good deals out there,” she said. Jeff Culp will be the leader of the day for Wednesday, July 28. Culp is the leader of the Happy Hustlers 4-H Club. He has been a 4-H leader for about 10 years. He’s also been a leader with the Elkhart County Dairy Feeder Calf. Culp is excited to be a leader of the day. “It gives you an opportunity to speak or say a few words before a show,” he said. “It’s nice to be recognized and to speak about 4-H.” His favorite part of the fair is the tractor pull. “I’m just a grown up farm kid,” he said. “There’s so much the 4-H kids coming together, the community coming together … It’s just a nice community event.” His favorite fair food by far is ice cream at the dairy barn because he can get a different ﬂavor everyday. He also likes the pretzels, the tenderloins, Culp’s township also takes a turn at the pork producers building and volunteers get a meal. “Our ﬁrst choice is to support a community organization or 4-H club,” he said.

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Fair to host stellar lineup of grandstand concerts %\ 5$< %$/2*+ 6WDII :ULWHU This year’s Elkhart County 4-H Fair will host a stellar lineup of grandstand concerts between Saturday, July 24, through Wednesday, July 28. All shows begin at 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.4hfair.org. Saturday, July 24 ZZ Top The concert is sold out. Sunday, July 25 We Are Messengers Acclaimed Irish American band We Are Messengers “believe it’s still possible to change the world through faith-based music.” “We’ve written the most honest songs we can for human beings, telling stories about our messy lives and about how God meets us in our humanity,” said lead vocalist Darren Mulligan. The Dove-nominated band has performed around the globe “with a live show that is as gritty and rowdy as it is tender and connective.” Tickets are $10 for track seats and $5 for grandstand seats. Monday, July 26 Tracy Byrd With Mark Wills Country singer Tracy Byrd started his famed career in 1993 and has sold more than six million records; performed more than 4,000 shows throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe and Australia; and has produced

several gold albums. His albums include “No Ordinary Man,” “Love Lesson,” “Big Love,” I’m From the Country,” 10 Rounds” and “The Truth About Men.” Artist and songwriter Mark Wills achieved his ﬁrst top-of-thechart success when he was 23. He said his mission is “to create country music ﬁlled with depth and meaningful substance to create lasting memories through the words.” Wills avidly supports the U.S. military and has entertained troops in Iraq, Kuwait, Afghanistan, Korea and Italy. He resides in Atlanta with his wife, Kelly, and two daughters, and enjoys hunting in his spare time. He is described as a philanthropist, outdoorsman and jokester. Tickets are $30 for track seats and $10 for grandstand seats. Tuesday, July 27 Chris Lane With Morgan Evans Chris Lane’s music has garnered more than 1.5 billion ondemand streams and he has produced three platinum albums, “Fix,” “I Don’t Know About You” and “Big, Big Plans.” He has been spotlighted in People magazine’s 2019 Sexiest Man Alive issue and has appeared on “TODAY,” “The Bachelor,” “The Tonight Show,” “Late Night” and “Conan.” Lane has scored nominations

at the iHeartRadio Music, ACM and Radio Disney Music award shows. He married actress Lauren Bushnell in 2019. Australian country singer and songwriter Morgan Evans performed his first gig at age 13 and has been feted by Rolling Stone as “a savvy performer with strong songwriting chops.” He hosted the CMC Music Awards for three years and captured the 2016 County Music Association Global Artist of the Year Award and Australasian Outstanding International Achievement Award. Evans married American pop country singer and songwriter Kelsea Ballerini Dec. 2, 2017. They reside in Nashville. Tickets are $40 for track seats and $10 for grandstand seats. Wednesday, July 28 Darci Lynne Ventriloquist and singer Darci Lynne is the youngest winner of “America’s Got Talent,” garnering the most votes ever for a final performance on the show. The first engagement of her 2018 national tour sold out in six minutes. Darci, 16, grew up in Oklahoma, and learned hard work and discipline from gymnastics, when she practiced 30 hours a week. She carried that work ethic into her artistic craft, performing in talent shows within two weeks of obtaining her first puppet. She has performed at the

Fair board expands line of souvenirs %\ 5$< %$/2*+ 6WDII :ULWHU The 2021 Elkhart County 4-H Fair will offer a wide variety of souvenirs, both traditional and new, for those who wish to take home some tangible memories of their experience. “This year we will have all kinds of new apparel,” said Brittany Geaugh, chair of souvenirs for the fair board. “We have crew sweatshirts, hooded sweatshirts and zip ups. We have cooling towels, koozies, metal coasters and metal license plates.” Some of the merchandise is unique to this year’s fair. “We

have new designs on all our shirts and even a limited edition T-shirt that will only be available this year.” The fair board president’s “choice item this year is a golf ball marker poker chip,” she said. No independent vendors will be allowed to sell such memorabilia, as the items in the fair’s souvenir trailer “all have to be approved if they have the 4-H clover on them, as there are regulations in using it the proper way,” said Geaugh, a 10-year 4-H member who also serves as an assistant leader for the Concord Lads & Lassies 4-H Club

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Family entertainment centers to feature acts for all ages %\ 3+2(%( 087+$57 6WDII :ULWHU Elkhart County 4-H Fair is for all ages and the events at the Family Entertainment Centers are sure to delight both young children and adults alike. Enjoy several events at one of three Family Entertainment Centers. The Pompeyo Family Dog Show will be located at the Everence Family Entertainment Center. Daily shows are at noon, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Featuring rescue dogs of all sizes, these pooches are carefully trained to their natural abilities and talents. Some of the tricks these clever canines can perform include skipping rope, leaping over hurdles, walking on their hind or front legs, pushing a toy car, and even dancing in a conga line. These adorable pups are sure to excite the entire family. The dog show was featured on “America’s Got Talent.” A bee exhibit and butterﬂy encounter will be at the Hollyhock Entertainment Center. It is open daily from 10 a.m. to 2

p.m. and 3-8 p.m. See live bees enclosed in an observation hive, as well as the sweet honey that is produced. While buzzing around, learn the jobs honeybees perform in their hives, along with the many problems pollinators are currently facing. A local bee farmer and his family will provide the bees. Mitchell’s Honey Company is a locally-owned business operated by Ethan and Trenna Mitchell. They supply local honey, pollination services, and bee sales. At the same time, enter the world of butterflies at the butterfly encounter. Feed and enjoy hundreds of butterflies in their own habitat, including multiple species. Watch demonstrations on the life cycle of butterflies and learn how to fix a broken wing. The Flippenout Trampoline Show will be located at the Jayco Family Fun Center. Daily shows are at 3 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Featuring four performers executing incredible flips on two trampolines with the giant, 14foot transparent wall. Each show contains Olympic cirque-style

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more princesses and Mary Poppins at 5 and 7 p.m. Friday, July 30. The last day, Saturday, July 31, is Dance Day, a meet and greet with princesses, and a movie night (“Sonic the Hedgehog”) at 7 p.m. Heritage Park is also the place to see real Marvel Superheroes every day until Monday, July 26. For example, a Black Panther meet and greet is at 1 and 2 p.m. Friday, July 23, and Saturday, July 24, is a chance to meet Captain America at 2, 4 and 6 p.m. Meet the Hulk at 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Sunday, July 25. According to Gould, “These are the real Marvel Superheroes. It’s the real deal.” For other Heritage Park events, visit www.4hfair.org.

Extension homemakers Continued from page 12 jewelry, pottery, recycle, rubber stamping, scrapbooking, framed memorabilia, stuffed animals, wearable art) • Needlework (Christmas, crochet, knitting, machine embroidery, needlepoint, rugs, various stitches) • Photography (black and white or toned, creative or experimental, color) • Quilts (small, large, pieced, appliqued, embroidered) • Sewing (children’s clothing, doll clothes, dresses, men’s and women’s active wear, neckties, shirts, blouses, coats, separates, pantsuits, vests, bags, home decorating) The program will also host several contests during the fair. All contests, except where noted, will take place in the Home & Family Arts Building. • Saturday, July 24, fruit carving contest, check in at 11:30 a.m., judging at noon • Saturday, July 24, marzipan sculpture, check in at 4:30 p.m. judging at 5 p.m. • Monday, July 26, Fastest Fingers speed crocheting, check in at 11:30 a.m., judging at noon /</( &+833 $XFWLRQHHU 5( %URNHU '$/( &+833 $XFWLRQHHU 5( %URNHU ,1 $8

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As they walk through the fairgrounds, people also will have the chance to rest their tired bodies on one of 93 benches that were upcycled from recycled bottle caps or sit for some delicious fair food at one of 13 tables that were made through the same process. The committee is part of the ABC Promise Partnership, which allows youth organizations to collect, clean and take the caps to Green Tree Plastics in Evansville and exchange them, along with a nominal fee, for a finished product. Altogether, the benches and tables represent 18.8 tons of recycled bottle caps and lids which were kept out of the landfill thanks to the help of the community and various 4-H clubs. The Green Committee’s signature event is Green Day, which takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, July 23, in Heritage Park on the west side of the fairgrounds. The event, first held 11 years ago, allows exhibitors and participants

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Elkhart County has 163 completing 10 years of 4-H In 2021, the Elkhart County 4-H Fair recognized 163 4-Hers for their 10 years of 4-H membership. Ten year members will each receive a ﬁve-year member pass, a 4-H gift bag and a 4-H tumbler as additional gifts from Elkhart County 4-H Club Corporation. The pass is sponsored by the Elkhart County 4-H Fair Board as recognition for the many years of hard work and accomplishments these 4-H members have achieved. Those completing 10 years are: Bryce Abel, Nappanee; Carson Abramson, Goshen; Taylor Andresen, Goshen; Andrew Bailey, Wakarusa; Kora Beasley, Middlebury; Anrew Berger, Middlebury; Madison Berkey, New Paris; Haylei Best, New Paris; MaKenna Betzer, Elkhart; Hayley Bigler, Goshen; Ryan Blosser, Goshen; Victoria Boger, Millersburg; Rebecca Brewer, Goshen; Aaron Buckles, Elkhart; Kyle Burger, Syracuse; Kylie Burkholder, New Paris. Also, Grace Caffee, Middlebury;

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Elkhart County 4-H Fair features several new events The 2021 Elkhart County 4-H Fair features several new events and activities for all ages, as well as an improved method of keeping track of it all. In 2021 fair organizers unveiled a new platform for the Fun Fair App presented by Goshen Health. Download the app at www.4hfair.org/p/plan-your-visit/ mobile-app for a chance to win $50 in Clover Cash, four admission tickets and four wristband vouchers. Located on the 4-H fairgrounds are three family entertainment centers where attendees can experience three events new to the fair. The Pompeyo Family Dog Show features rescue dogs of all sizes performing a wide variety of tricks such as skipping rope, leaping over hurdles, walking on their hind or front legs, pushing a toy car and even dancing in a conga line. These performances take place every day at noon, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. in Everence Family Entertainment Center. The fair’s new Bee and Butterfly Encounter in Hollyhock Entertainment Center gives families the opportunity to see live bees enclosed in an observation hive, as well as the sweet honey they produce. They can also feed and enjoy hundreds of butterflies in their own habitat and watch demonstrations on the life cycle of butterflies and learn how to fix a broken wing. The exhibits are open daily from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Flippenout Trampoline Show located at the Jayco Family Fun Center features four performers executing flips on two trampo-

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to ﬁrst thru 10th place winners. First place is $1,000, sponsored by Dunny’s Pump Service and Landmark Bar. Second place is $500, sponsored by MSC Industrial Supply Co. Third place is $250, sponsored by Olympia Candy Kitchen. Fourth through 10th place are between $50-100 depending on the number of entries. Other sponsors include Goshen Fire Department, Elkhart Township Fire Department, New Paris Fire Department, Middlebury Fire Department and Maple Leaf Printing Company Inc. Check-in for competitors begins is from 9-9:45 a.m. The entry fee is $50 for pre-registration and $55 the day of the event. To register go to 4hfair.org/competitionevents/. For more information, call Travis Peak at (574) 536-6621 or Bruce Yoder at (574) 312-0206.

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