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0LGGOHEXU\ QRQSURILW VHHNV WR PHHW %DELHV %DVLF 1HHGV 7H[W $QG 3KRWRV %\ '$9,' +$=/(',1( 6WDII :ULWHU In August 2019, Kelsey Tubbs, with the backing of the Middlebury Lions Club, decided to help fill a need in the community for diapers and other baby supplies. For more than 14 years, she said, Pam Bingaman, director of Middlebury Food Pantry, had been looking for someone to help fill this need, and Tubbs was allocated a small area in the pantry to collect supplies. “Within six months we realized the need was a lot bigger than we thought it was,” Tubbs recalled. According to a recent study by the National Diaper Bank Network, one in three American families struggles with a diaper need at some point, and COVID has only exacerbated the issue. In order to get bigger grants, Tubbs separated from Lions Club, which at the time was shut down due to the pandemic, and created a 501(c)3 non-profit. Babies Basic Needs Corporation was born. While much of her community hunkered in lockdown, Tubbs said, “We kept going after everything we could.” And she continues to do so. Babies Basic Needs is now serving an average of 50 families per week, providing diapers, pull-ups, wipes, baby wash, non-allergenic laundry detergent and more. There are also organized bins on hand to provide clothes and other necessities in the case of emergencies, such as a house fire. The number varies drastically, however. “Some weeks it is close to 100,” Tubbs noted. The winter months is such a time. Babies Basic Needs tries to remove the need of a week’s worth of diapers, 50 to 100 depending on the child, but Tubbs’ goal is to remove a month’s worth. This would require an estimated annual budget of $200,000, and she is at roughly $40,000 currently. The Indiana Diaper Bank Coalition identifies 12 diaper banks in the state, the majority of these are in or around Indianapolis and to the south. The closest one to Middlebury is Fort Wayne.

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He has been the executive director at Courtyard Healthcare Center, Goshen, for 12 years. “A typical day for me starts with a meeting with my managers in the morning. We talk about any concerns they may have in their particular areas. Then I make my rounds of the building, making sure everything is running smoothly. I’ll pop into activities, making sure the residents are enjoying themselves. Then I check my emails and correspondence. I’ll head to the dining room at lunch time, either serving meals or visiting with the residents while they eat. In the afternoons I often have meetings about Medicare or human resources or other areas that effect the facility, residents or staff members. I’ll then touch base with the staff again, taking a last tour of the facility before going home.” Cook continued, “The thing I enjoy most about my leadership position is that I have opportunities each day to make a positive difference in someone’s life. I’m in a position to impact the lives of the residents, their families and our staff members. That’s such a privilege, but also an awesome responsibility.” One of the challenges he faces is ﬁnding employees who are like-minded and pulling in the same direction. “We are involved in a mission here. Staff members

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Again, I believe our jobs at this facility are divinely directed.” Cook takes his Christian walk seriously. “My goal is to honor God and celebrate his son. It’s been that way in all of my working positions. Having the responsibilities that I do gives me a vantage point to touch human lives. I want to teach people how to love one another and share with each other.” During the COVID-19 epidemic, Cook had to navigate some deep waters. “The 10 months we were on lockdown had such negative psychosocial effects on the residents. I believe the isolation they endured may have done more damage than the disease itself. I’m so glad we’re open for visitors and outside activities now.” On the home front, Cook enjoys spending time with his son Bryce, who is studying statistics at the University of Minnesota. He also likes to relax with his poodle Chewbacca, a 17-year-old geriatric, and Yorkie Addison. “My hobbies are fantasy sports, hiking in the woods and running an occasional 5K. In winter, I enjoy traveling to warm places.”

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small businesses thriving, lower inﬂation, getting the outrageous debt under control, an orderly Afghanistan draw-down with no Americans left behind, a military that doesn’t go around looking for wars, China put in its place, a president who actually could take questions from the press, Fauci locked up for creating the deadly virus, and so much more. All the things that would have beneﬁted liberals as well as conservatives.

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Despite our wide-open borders, New York City will soon grant voting rights to 800,000 non-citizens. This is set to become law in America’s largest city. Our republic is being taken away from us before our eyes. If you can’t see that, you’re not paying attention.

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Many untruths Go to Amazon and read the reviews for the book written by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., “The Real Anthony Fauci: Bill Gates, Big Pharma, and the Global War on Democracy and Public Health.” Painstaking and meticulous research by Kennedy unearthing a story that exposes media spin on Fauci, and will alarm every American, Democrat or Republican who cares about democracy, our Constitution, and the future of our children’s health. Dr. Joseph Goebbels wrote “A lie told once remains a lie, but a lie told a thousand times becomes the truth.” Tragically for humanity, there are many untruths emanating from Fauci and his minions.

Going broke My comment in regards to the Dec. 7 article called “Work hard.” If you think the infrastructure bill which was recently passed was mostly paid for then it is going how it all went on our deficit and raised our deficit. If it was paid for why did our deficit go up? It all went on the deficit. And did you know they don’t even have money to make payments on our deficit? They have to pass a bill to fund the government in order to come up with the money to make the payments on the deficit because they don’t even have the money to make the payment so they add the payment to our deficit. People better wake up. Our country is going broke, literally.

Could have been Boy, what could have been. Trump didn’t attempt a coup, just talked about it and it wasn’t his idea anyway, but if he did, just think of the result. We would have low fuel prices and be energy independent, no pay to sit at home and do nothing causing all these shortages,

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To the caller of “A road map” and all the other tin foil hat wearing conspiracy theory nuts, stop with Jan. 6. There was no “insurrection,” and President Trump and the other Republicans had absolutely nothing to do with the whack job Viking hat morons walking into the Capitol Jan. 6. It’s been proven over and over again, and Trump and the Republicans had nothing to do with it. It is a 100% fact, no disputing it, end of story. You can keep crying wolf and regurgitating the Democrats’ false lies, but that doesn’t change the truth. Fact, Trump did not even ﬁnish his speech when the breech happened. Fact, the FBI found no evidence of Trump’s wrongdoing in their investigation. Fact, the Capitol police moved the gates and let the people in. Fact, six times Nancy Pelosi denied requests for the National Guard.

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For those of you who refuse to be vaccinated for COVID because you feel it violates your rights please be aware the world does not only revolve around you. Anti-vaxers like yourself are responsible for the overworked health care workers who are burned out and leaving their professions because of you who have no regard for the welfare of others. Perhaps you should look

My Pillow CEO, Mike Lindell, says he has spent $25 million to spread the lie former President Trump won the 2020 election. In the meantime, the Associated Press did an in-depth investigation of the six states Trump suspected of voter fraud. They found 475 cases of suspicious votes out of a total of 25 million votes. Some of those cases such as the ones in Florida and Pennsylvania were Republicans who voted twice. None of the suspicious votes would have changed any of the results in those six states since Biden won by thousands in every state. This election was the most secure and accurate of any election in the history of the United States.

I just want to say Happy Holidays and welcome home to all my veteran brothers and sisters.

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On TV Dec. 14 — inﬂation at a 30-year record high of 9.6%. Joe tells us this is the best economy in 30 years. What? What? Suggestion for Joe. Stop urinating on our shoes and telling us it is raining.

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I am struggling to ﬁnd the answer to a couple of questions I have about the China virus. Why isn’t natural immunity recognized as protection against getting and spreading the virus and why isn’t the medical community offering information and easily available therapeutics? I think there should be a natural immunity passport because according to science those who have had the virus are protected much more than those who have not. I heard they now have a pill that is very effective to treat the virus. They used unvaccinated people to test it on. If everyone is mandated to get the shots how can we do these studies? Florida seems to be doing a pretty good job with the virus. Maybe Indiana needs new leadership.

A little humor. All Walmart stores will be closed Christmas Day so both cashiers will be able to spend time with friends and relatives.

In response the person who complained about the eyesore in Middlebury, if you go to a town council meeting as I did and ask the question you will ﬁnd it is not that simple as just going in and clearing the property. There are state rules that need to be followed.

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Why is it it seems like in apartment buildings you always have one person who can’t seem to keep their mouth shut? They have always got to be causing problems for everybody and they still get to live here. They always are supposed to tell one person because they think they are the boss when the manager is the boss and everybody else needs to keep quiet. Someone needs to tell her to leave it alone or she is going to be sorry.

at this with an attitude of what’s best for the common good of all people rather than it being all about you. If you don’t believe the science which tells us to get the vaccine then why do you have the audacity to go to the hospital and expect the same science to cure you? Is that not hypocrisy?

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Traffic safety partnership to increase traffic enforcement Elkhart County Trafﬁc Safety Partnership announced recently it will be increasing patrols during the holiday season, as part of the Safe Family Travel campaign. Now until Jan. 1, ofﬁcers will be showing zero tolerance for impaired drivers, whether it’s alcohol or drugs, and will be on the lookout for unbuckled motorists. This campaign is aimed at re-

ducing crashes and trafﬁc fatalities around the holidays, when statistics show an increased potential for drunk driving. The high-visibility patrols are funded by the National Highway Trafﬁc Safety Administration with a grant from the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. The holiday season is one of the deadliest times of the year for im-

January events at Goshen Theater Upcoming events at the Goshen Theater: “Frozen” will be shown at 7 p.m. Jan. 14 “Miracle” will be shown at 7 p.m. Jan. 28. Admission is free for both movies, although donations are welcome at the door.

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Postal Service closed New Year’s Day Postal Office locations nationwide will be closed New Year’s Day, Saturday, Jan. 1. All Post Office locations will be open and regular mail delivery will resume Monday, Jan. 3. There are currently no plans for limited hours New Year’s Eve, Friday, Dec. 31. Customers are advised to always check with their local Post Office for hours of operation.

paired-driving fatalities. Last December, 73 people lost their lives in fatal collisions in Indiana. Of those, 11 involved a drunk driver, according to ICJI. In every state, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of .08 or higher. In Indiana, drivers under 21 with a BAC of .02 or higher are subject to ﬁnes and a license suspension for up to one year. Additionally, impaired driving includes more than alcohol. Drugs and even some overthe-counter medications can also cause impairment, and can slow coordination, judgment and reaction times on the road. “It’s important to remember that these aren’t just numbers we’re talking about,” said Robert Duckworth, ICJI trafﬁc safety director. “These are people with loved ones whose lives were cut

Thompson made his way from the tough housing projects of Baltimore to ﬁnd great success in Indianapolis as the chairman and CEO of four businesses – including Thompson Distribution and First Electric Supply – and as an investor in a variety of endeavors. Thompson joined the Indiana Chamber’s board in 2014 and engages on various committees, as well as its membership ambassadors initiative. More than 150 individuals from member companies make up the Indiana Chamber Board. They are presidents, CEOs and highlevel executives from organizations throughout the state. All new board members will serve three-year terms through fall 2024.

Emerick named NACC Men’s Basketball Player of the Week The Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference announced recently Rockford University senior guard Brandon Emerick, Elkhart, has been named the NACC Men’s Basketball Player of the Week. This is now the third time in his illustrious career Emerick has been named the conference’s player of the week. Emerick also becomes the ﬁrst RU men’s basketball player to garner the award this season. Emerick scored a team-high 26 points to lead the Regents to a 91-83 road win Saturday, Dec. 11, over St. Norbert. Emerick

connected on 57.1% of his shot attempts including going 7-of-12 (58.3%) from three-point range. He also added a game-high seven assists and one steal to his totals. The win moved the Regents to 7-2 on the season, including a 2-1 mark in NACC play. Rockford was back on the road Wednesday, Dec. 15, at Edgewood College.

slow down, put down the cellphone and to make sure kids are properly buckled up. In addition to being required by law, wearing a seat belt also reduces the risk of injury or death in a crash. “If your holiday celebrations include alcohol, make arrangements ahead of time to get home safely – don’t wait until after you’ve had a couple of drinks,” said Devon McDonald, ICJI executive director. “One wrong decision behind the wheel is all it takes to cause a tragedy.” Elkhart County Trafﬁc Safety Partnership includes the following agencies from Elkhart County: Elkhart Police Department, Goshen Police Department, Elkhart County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce, Nappanee Police Department, Bristol Police Department and Wakarusa Police Department.

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Five new rookies report to duty at toll road post Twenty-nine new troopers graduated from the 81st Indiana State Police Recruit Academy Dec. 2 after completing a journey of 25 weeks of intense training. The recruits completed more than 1,100 hours of academic and hands-on training in criminal and trafﬁc law, crash investigation, emergency vehicle operations, defensive tactics, ﬁrearms, de-escalation, impaired driving detection, scenario-based training and other classes necessary for modern policing. Five of the troopers have been assigned to the Indiana State Po-

lice Toll Road Post and will now begin three months of field training working next to several different experienced field training officers. After successfully completing this phase, the troopers will be issued their own police cars and begin solo patrol on the Indiana Toll Road. Richard Harris, 25, is a 2014 graduate of Lakeshore High School in Stevensville, Mich. After high school he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving on active duty until 2017. He remains a member of the Fort Wayne Air National Guard. Harris went

on to attend the Indiana Institute of Technology, graduating with honors in 2021. Harris will patrol the Indiana Toll Road in Porter, LaPorte, and St. Joseph County. Lecil Martin, 27, is a 2012 graduate of Bishop Noll High School in Hammond. After high school Martin attended Valparaiso University, earning a Bachelor of Arts. He went on to earn a Juris Doctor and Master of Science in 2019. In 2021, Martin earned a Master of Law from Loyola University in Chicago. Martin will patrol the Indiana

Toll Road in Porter, LaPorte, and St. Joseph County. Morgan Gremore, 28, is a 2011 graduate of White Pigeon High School in White Pigeon, Mich. Prior to attending the Indiana State Police 81st Recruit Academy, Gremore worked as a dispatcher in the Indiana State Police Region Six Dispatch Center for one and a half years. Gremore will patrol the Indiana Toll Road in St. Joseph, Elkhart and LaGrange County. Samuel Sharp, 22, is a 2018 graduate of Westview High School in Topeka. Sharp went on

to attend Trine University for a year. Prior to attending the Indiana State Police 81st Recruit Academy, Sharp worked as a corrections ofﬁcer for the LaGrange County Jail. Sharp will patrol the Indiana Toll Road in LaGrange and Steuben County. Joshua Brown, 22, is a 2017 graduate of Bellmont High School in Decatur. After high school he attended Indiana Tech earning a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice with a minor in accounting. Brown will patrol the Indiana Toll Road in LaGrange and Steuben County.

The newest corrections officers for the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office took their oaths Dec. 13 and officially begin their service. The oath of office took place in Elkhart Superior Court 2 with the officers accepting the oath from Judge Stephen Bowers. The new officers are: • Corrections Officer Seth Abrams graduated in June 2017 from Silver Bluff High School, Allen, S.C. He is currently pursuing an associate’s degree in criminal justice with Southern New

Hampshire University. He started his career with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office Nov. 22. • Corrections Officer Zachary Cornell graduated in May 2021 from Vincennes University with an associate’s degree in law enforcement. He started his career Nov. 22, with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office. • Corrections Officer Daniel Cory graduated in June 1980 from Lexington High School, Lexington, Ohio. He started his career Oct. 4, with the Elkhart

County Sheriff’s Office. • Corrections Officer Jasmine Hughey graduated in May 2012 from Indiana University of South Bend with a bachelor’s degree. She started her career Oct. 18, with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office. • Corrections Officer Jianni Reina graduated in June 2019 from Goshen High School. She started her career Oct. 4 with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office. • Corrections Officer Wesley

Rush graduated in June 2021 from Northwood High School. He started his career Sept. 27, with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office. • Corrections Officer Eric Slabach graduated in June 2006 from Goshen High School. He started his career Dec. 13, with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office. • Corrections Officer Steven Worlds graduated in June 2018 from Goshen High School. He started his career Sept. 27 with

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OBITUARIES LeRoy Charles Wray A Native Of North Dakota

LeRoy Charles Wray, son of Lawrence and Alice (Moore) Wray, Lewis, Ecker was born July 30, 1934, in Surrey, N.D., and went to be with the Lord Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021, at the age of 87, after complications from a heart condition. He is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife, Shirley Wray; his children, Elsie and Harold Youtzy of Morristown, Minn., Sheryl Wray of Flora, Maralee and Dennis Holsinger of Goshen, Arden and Debbie Wray of Albertville, Minn., and Jeanette and David Dutter of St. Ignatius, Mont.; 32 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother inlaw; sister and brother-in-law, Lucille and Ray Blocher; brother, Eldon Wray; brother-in-law, Carl Metgzer; sister, Glenna Parker; his son, Lawrence Wray; and grandson, Andrew Wray. The family received friends from 2-5 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, at the Cornerstone Mennonite Church, 24546 CR 44, Nappanee. Funeral service began at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, at the church. Burial followed at the Old German Baptist Brethren Cemetery, CR 40, Wakarusa. The family wishes to express our deep appreciation for all the prayers, love, messages of sympathy and comfort we have received in our time of sadness. Your prayers have comforted us, your support has strengthened us and your kindness will always be remembered. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Online condolences may be shared at www.yoderculpfuneralhome. com.

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Lowell D. Anglin Lowell D. Anglin, 93, Nappanee, died at 3:30 p.m. Dec. 17, 2021. Born Jan. 9, 1928, he married Betty Neff Nov. 24, 1949. She preceded him in death March 19, 2004. Survivors include daughters, Pam Geyer, Connie Stump and Kim Culp, Nappanee; son Ron Anglin, Nappanee; and his caretakers, Greg and Gina Markham. Services were held Dec. 22.

She was born March 2, 1938, and married Clement Bainter April 11, 1958. He survives with sons, Richard Bainter, Nappanee, Timothy and Jeffrey Bainter, Bristol; brother, Terry Fair, Elkhart; and son-in-law, Dave Schelle, Elkhart. Private family graveside services were held for Mrs. Bainter. A virtual memorial service will be held at a later date. Billings Funeral Home, Elkhart, was in charge of arrangements.

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JoAnn L. Bainter, 83, Bristol, died Dec. 16, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital.

Zoann K. Beachy, 75, Millersburg, died at 11:41 p.m. Dec. 21, 2021, at Avalon Village.

Born July 2, 1946, she married Abe A. Beachy July 2, 1966. He survives with a daughter, Cindy Schrock, Goshen; sons, Branden Beachy, Goshen, and Tyler Beachy, Millersburg; sister, Judy Beachy, Middlebury; and brother, Mike Lambright, New Paris. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 28 at MillerStewart Funeral Home, Middlebury. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Dec. 29 at the funeral home with Pastor Stan Godfrey ofﬁciating. Burial will be in Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen.

Howard E. Bixler Howard E. Bixler, 83, Goshen, died Dec. 16, 2021, at Waterford Crossing. Born Feb. 27, 1938, he married Iva Walter Aug. 6, 1960. She preceded him in death May 2, 2013. He is survived by a son, Rodney Bixler, Oakland, Neb.; daughter, Cathy Wenger, Syracuse; brother, Donald Bixler, Goshen; sisters, Virginia Hartsough, Goshen, and Ruth Barber, Elkhart. Services were held Dec. 20.

Joyce E. Burriss Joyce E. Burriss, 60, Goshen, died at 4:04 p.m. Dec. 21, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. Born Oct. 17, 1961, she married Carl R. Burriss July 9, 1983. He preceded her in death Aug. 29, 2008. She is survived by her parents, Robert and Mary Ganger, Goshen; her children, Marion Adcox, Donna James and Carl Burriss Jr.; sister, Tamila Hossler, Goshen; son-in-law, Tommy Adcox, Tennessee; and her signiﬁcant other, Richard Kline, Goshen. Services were held Dec. 27.

Brian W. Ellis Brian W. Ellis, 61, White Pigeon, Mich., died Dec. 16, 2021, at Hospice Home, Fort Wayne. He was born March 24, 1060, and married Tammy Pruitt Aug. 30, 2012. She survives with sons, Joe Ellis, Elkhart, Conner and Austin Ellis, Goshen; stepchildren, Kelsey Lynch, Michelle Hinton, Bridgette Parker and Jason Pruitt; sisters, Brenda Crismer, Bristol, and Kathy Ellis, Middlebury; brothers, Larry and Mike Ellis, Middlebury. Private graveside services were held for Mr. Ellis.

Tyler P. Emery Tyler P. Emery, 37, Goshen, died Dec. 13, 2021, in his home. He was born Aug. 15, 1984, and married Amy Holubek Oct. 16, 2010. She survives with his parents, Leonard and Kathy Emery; his children, Aiden and Kayla Emery; stepsons, Jordan and Colin Horn; brother, Rusty Maust Emery; in-laws, Tony and Donna Holubek; and grandmother, Juanita Nafziger. Private family services were held for Mr. Emery. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Trudy J. Filbert Trudy J. Filbert, 73, Elkhart, died Dec. 16, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. Born April 7, 1948, she married Michael L. Filbert Nov. 5, 1966. He preceded her in death May 3, 2004. She is survived by daughters, Amy Perry, Indianapolis, Ann Bradt, Lacey, Wash., and Emily Coltrin, Benson, Utah; sons, Jason Filbert, New Paris, Joshua Filbert, Pensacola, Fla., and Michael W. Filbert, Elkhart; sisters, Orlue Barnes, Elkhart, and Linda Yeater, Michigan. Services were held Dec. 22.

Steven W. Gonser Steven W. Gonser, 68, Goshen, died at 9:15 a.m. Dec. 20, 2021, in his home. He was born Oct. 2, 1953, and is survived by his wife, Sandra; and daughter, Jennifer Allman, Port Charlotte, Fla. Rieth-Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Charles E. Hardies Charles E. Hardies III, 81, Bristol, died Dec. 18, 2021, at Courtyard Healthcare, Goshen. Born July 9, 1940, he married Linda Soncarty Jan. 16, 1982. She survives with sons, Tom Hardies, Burr Ridge, Ill., and Mark Soncarty, Middlebury; daughter, April Wyngarden, Bristol; brother, Jeff Hardies, Amsterdam, N.Y.; sisters, Lisa Hoffmaster, Glenn Falls, N.Y., Bettina Hoffman, Savannah, Ga., and Carol Hathaway, North Andover, Mass. Services were held Dec. 27.

Ashley L. Hargrove Ashley L. Hargrove, 36, Shipshewana, died Dec. 20, 2021. Born Oct. 6, 1985, she is survived by a daughter, Payton E. Hargrove; sons, Michael J. and Lucas H. Hargrove; sisters, Heather Weidow, Glenna Root and Jessica G. Berson; brothers, Scott A. and Logan J. Conklin. Services were held Dec. 27.

Cynthia J. Hockins Cynthia J. Hockins, 85, Goshen, died Dec. 15, 2021, in her home. Born Feb. 14, 1936, she married Richard W. Hockins May 25, 1957. He preceded her in death. She is survived by a daughter, Linda Evans; son, Richard M. Hockins; brother, Ralph O. Irish III; and sister, Diana Carter. A celebration of life service was held Dec. 18.

Bruce D. Ingle Bruce D. Ingle, 62, Nappanee, died at 3:05 p.m. Dec. 21, 2021, at Elkhart General Hospital. Born April 7, 1959, he is survived by his children, Rebecca Ingle and Tony Hatﬁeld, Nappanee, Nate Uhl, Fort Wayne, and Mike Uhl, Kokomo; sister, Debra Krull, Nappanee; and brother, Gary Ingle, Mesa, Ariz. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 29 at Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 30, also at the funeral home, with Pastor Mike Sommer, Jimtown Family Church of the Nazarene, ofﬁciating. There will also be one hour visitation prior to the service. Burial will be in Union Center Cemetery.

Alfred L. Lambright Alfred L. Lambright, 81, Middlebury, died at 11:21 p.m. Dec. 21, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. He was born Sept. 3, 1940, and married Rebekah Holderread Nov. 3, 1962. She survives with sons, Mark Lambright, Goshen, and Mike Lambright, Middlebury; daughters, Cheryl Huss and Kelly Woolsey, Goshen; brothers, Roger Lambright, Syracuse, and Charlie Lambright, Goshen; sisters, Verna Baldonado, San Diego, Calif., Julia Giggy, LaGrange, Gloria Salonic, Eager, Ariz., Valerie Brett, Nappanee, Brenda Beer, Elkhart, Cindy Lambright, White Pigeon, Mich., and Connie Riley, Greenville, N.C. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 28 at Pleasant Ridge Christian Fellowship, 15510 CR 22, Middlebury. Services will be held at 10 a.m Dec. 29 at the church with Pastor Mike Bird ofﬁciating. Memorial contributions may be given to the church.

Rita A. Light Rita A. Light, 71, Bristol, died Dec. 16, 2021, at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Born July 25, 1950, she married Richard Light. He survives with a son, Derek G. Light; and brother, John Corrado, Prescott, Ariz. A celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date.

Patricia Jo Martin Patricia Jo Martin, 65, Goshen, died Dec. 17, 2021, in her home. Born Jan. 25, 1956, she married Michael L. Martin July 23, 1976. He survives with a daughter, Beth Lewis, Goshen; and brother, John J. Parker, St. Petersburg, Fla. Services were held Dec. 23.

William Martin William Martin, 68, Middlebury, died Dec. 19, 2021, at Goshen Health Hospital. Born May 24, 1953, he is survived by his children, Melissa Twitchell, Fort Wayne, Michelle Yates, Gloucester, England, Gabriel Martin, Montana, Serra Zimmerman, Elkhart, Jonathan Martin, Michigan, Mary Habashy, State College, Pa., Joseph Martin, LaGrange, Rebekah Barrett, Vista, Calif., Grace Martin, Middlebury, and Matthew Martin, Florida. Graveside services were held Dec. 22.

Donald R. Mathews Donald R. Mathews, 74, White Pigeon, Mich., died Dec. 20, 2021, at South Bend Memorial Hospital. He was born Oct. 14, 1947, and is survived by sons, Daryl and Douglas

Mathews, Constantine, Mich.; and brother, Frank Mathews, Goshen. Services were held Dec. 28.

Robert L. Mathiak Robert L. Mathiak, 64, LaGrange, died Dec. 18, 2021, in his home. Born Feb. 16, 1957, he is survived by a son, Robert Mathiak, Angola; daughters, Danielle A. Mathiak, Elkhart, and Myranda Owen, Three Rivers, Mich.; brothers, Bill Mathiak, Detroit, Mich., Rick Mathiak, Battle Creek Mich., Phil Mathiak, Bristol, and George Mathiak, Elkhart. A celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date.

Jerry L. Myers Jerry L. Myers, 71, Independence, Mo., died Dec. 16, 2021. He was born May 3, 1950, and is survived by his children, Michelle Coleman, White Pigeon, Mich., Mindy Elliott, Fort Wayne, Sean Clark, Kansas City, Mo., and Jamie Clark, South Bend; siblings, Patsy Kelley, Terry and Gary Myers. Burial was held Dec. 22 in Oak Park Cemetery, Ligonier.

Dean A. Nusbaum Dean A. Nusbaum, 79, Wakarusa, died at 9:42 p.m. Dec. 17, 2021, at Laurels of Goshen. Born April 15, 1942, he married Helen Miller Aug. 20, 1966. She survives with daughters, Lisa Kauffman, Nappanee, and Kelly Dewald, South Bend; and brother, Lamar Nusbaum, Wakarusa. Family graveside services were held for Mr. Nusbaum.

Hannah S. Quimet Hannah S. Quimet, 36, Wakarusa, died at 10:40 a.m. Dec. 16, 2021, in her home. She was born Aug. 31, 1985, and married Kyle Quimet June 28, 2008. He survives with their children, Chael, Elias and Mae Quimet, at home; her parents, Mark and Tamara Clouse, Colville, Wash.; grandparents, Larry Clouse, Wakarusa, and Vivian Bowers, Fort Wayne; brothers, Benjamin Bowers, Shelton, Wash., and Josh Bowers, Kalamazoo, Mich. Services were held Dec. 20.

Patricia Ann Reed Patricia Ann Reed, 78, Shipshewana, died Dec. 17, 2021, in her home. She was born April 22, 1943, and married Robert D. Reed March 3, 1963. He preceded her in death April 28, 1995. Survivors include sons, Thomas V. Reed, Gaylord, Mich., Gary D. Reed, Belize, Randy Reed, Dunn, N.C., Jon and Robert D. Reed, Elkhart, and Eric J. Reed, Mendon, Mich.; daughter, Rebecca Hites, Shipshewana; and brother, Gerald Sekulski, Deerﬁeld, Mich. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Sharon A. Robaska Sharon A. Robaska, 60, Goshen, died Dec. 20, 2021, in her home. Born Aug. 26, 1961, she married Gary Robaska July 9, 2021. He survives with her mother, Emma L. Wolfe; daughter, Patricia Zartman, Milford; son, Justin Watters, Goshen; sisters, Phyllis Miller, Sidney, Ohio, Jenny Bartlett, Vilonia, Ariz., and Shannon Walley, Bee Branch, Ariz.; brothers, David Hughes, Sidney, and Larry Walley, Wheeling, W.Va. Services were held Dec. 27.

Willowdean Schleining Willowdean Schleining, 91, Goshen, died Dec. 17, 2021. Born Dec. 10, 1930, she is survived by sons, Mike Schleining, Syracuse, and Doug Schleining, Goshen; daughter, Colleen Foster, Albuquerque, N.M.; sisters, Winifred Lehman, Alberta, Canada, and Karon Weaver, Goshen. Services were held Dec. 19.

Clarence E. Schmucker Clarence E. Schmucker, 82, Middlebury, died at 1:15 a.m. Dec. 17, 2021, in his home. He was born July 24, 1939, and married Mary K. Slabach Nov. 14, 1957. She survives with daughters, Edna M. Miller, Shipshewana, and Betty I. Shrock, Goshen; sons, LaVerne J. Schmucker, Middlebury, Gerald E. Schmucker, Elmwood, Tenn., David R. Schmucker, Elkhart, and Mervin Schmucker, Shipshewana; sisters, Susanna Miller, LaGrange, Katie Wright, Bristol, and Martha Hochstedler, Middlebury. Services were held Dec. 20.

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Wilma W. Shaum, 86, Goshen, died Dec. 17, 2021, in her home. Born Nov. 12, 1935, she married Dana D. Shaum June 1, 1958. He preceded her in death July 6, 2018. Survivors include sons, Leland Shaum, Goshen, David Shaum, Roann, Loren Shaum, Milford, Dorvin Shaum, Nappanee, Marlin Shaum, Akron, and Daniel Shaum, Wakarusa; daughters, Elizabeth Shaum and Miriam Martin, Goshen; sisters, Ruth Burmeister, Emma Zimmerman, Florence Guengerich, Naomi Martin and Esther Walter; brother, Wayne Brubacher; sisters-in-

BIRTHS law, Lydia Brubacher and Lydia Zimmerman. Services were held Dec. 21.

Gaven H. Stubbleﬁeld

Gaven H. Stubbleﬁeld, 19, Bristol, died at 11:10 p.m. Dec. 18, 2021, in his home. Born April 20, 2002, he is survived by his mother, Dawn Miller, Bristol; sister, Halie Miller, Bristol; brother, Keegan Miller, Middlebury; grandparents, Barb Stubbleﬁeld, Jim and Vickie Fiddler, Goshen. Graveside services were held Dec. 27.

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Willodean Swank, 100, Cumming, Ga., died at 8:30 a.m. Dec. 8, 2021.

Merry Lea’s fourth annual Michiana Regional Seed Swap Michiana residents can connect with fellow gardeners and plant enthusiasts at Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College’s fourth annual Michiana Regional Seed Swap this winter. This networking and educational event is for residents in the region to exchange and learn about seeds. Participants can trade or acquire seeds, learn about seed saving techniques and gardening practices, browse resource tables and vendors and connect with other gardeners. This is a free event open to the public. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, at Goshen College Chapel, 1700 S. Main St. Everyone is welcome: from ﬁrsttime gardeners to experienced growers, including children and families. Participants will include home gardeners, community gardening organizers, small-scale growers and those interested in local food systems. “A seed swap supports the biodiversity of crops grown in our region. Exchanging seeds helps us to create a ‘living seed bank’ of vegetables, grains, ﬂowers and herbs that are regionally adapted to our area,” said John Sherck, a local seed grower and swap contributor. Throughout the event, there will be educational sessions for participants to attend. Topics will vary, but among the speakers will be Dani Tippman, a Mayaamia

Native American descended from Takumwa and Chief Richardville and a citizen of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma. Tippman will explore seed rematriation by discussing Myaamia planting practices and relationships with plants and food through traditional and historical Myaamia stories. More information about the educational sessions and event details can be found at www.goshen.edu/ merrylea/seedswap. Participants are welcome to stay for the entire duration of Saturday’s events or drop in. Herb, vegetable and ﬂower seeds will be available through sales, trades and for free thanks to generous donations. Participants are not required to bring seeds to the event but are encouraged to do so if they have them. Merry Lea cares about the safety of its guests and staff and seeks to protect its youngest learners. In following Goshen College policy, Merry Lea asks all participants, including children ages 3 and older, to join Merry Lea staff in wearing face masks for the duration of the event. Merry Lea is located just south of Wolf Lake, halfway between Goshen and Fort Wayne. Directions and updates are available at goshen.edu/merrylea or the Merry Lea Facebook page. For questions regarding Merry Lea’s hours or new developments, contact merrylea@goshen.edu or (260) 799-5869.

She was a former resident of Nappanee and Bremen. Born Nov. 13, 1921, she married Devoe Swank April 13, 1941. He preceded her in death. Survivors include a sister-in-law, Mary Lou Ervin, Bremen; nieces and nephews. Services were held Dec. 17.

Timothy G. Wise

Timothy G. Wise, 80, Elkhart, died Dec. 17, 2021, at Elkhart General Hospital. Born April 17, 1941, he married Sharon Dunithan May 28, 1961. She preceded him in death March 18, 2016. Survivors include a son, Alan Wise, Goshen; and daughter, Alicia Wise, Auburn. Services were held Dec. 22.

The following Elkhart County area babies were recently born at Goshen Hospital: Rosalie Grace Moreland Mike and Morgan Moreland, Syracuse, are the parents of a daughter, Rosalie Grace, born at 6:50 p.m. Dec. 19, 2021. She weighed 7 pounds, 1.2 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long. Reed Jonathon DuBois JJ and Holly DuBois, Goshen, are the parents of a son, Reed Jonathon, born at 8:03 a.m. Dec. 20, 2021. He weighed 7 pounds, 2.2 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long. Luke David Williams Emily and Don Williams, Middlebury, are the parents of a son, Luke David, born at 10:16 a.m. Dec. 20, 2021. He weighed 9 pounds, 9.3

ounces and was 21 1/2 ainches long. Trey Walker Shirk Jason and Samantha Shirk, Goshen, are the parents of a son, Trey Walker, born at 10:32 p.m. Dec. 20, 2021. He weighed 7 pounds, 7.4 ounces and was 20 inches long. BIRTHS ELSEWHERE Brandon Dale Hochstetler Terry and Cindy (Mast) Hochstetler, Nappanee, are the parents of a son, Brandon Dale, born at 11:35 a.m. Dec. 17, 2021, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce and was 20 1/2 inches long. Clayton Isaac Hochstetler Timothy and Julie (Hochstetler) Hochstetler, Nappanee, are the parents of a son, Clayton Isaac, born at 12:51 p.m. Dec. 19, 2021. He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces.

COUNTY REPORT Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have ﬁled for marriage dissolutions in the Elkhart County Superior Court III and Circuit courts: Davis — Amanda K. Davis, Elkhart, and Tyler S. Davis, Osceola. With minor child(ren). Corona — Kevin Corona, Bristol, and Dayan Vagus Villa, Elkhart.

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

Complaints LVNV Funding LLC v. Lori Madayag, Elkhart, $1,316.84; Sara Gallegos, Goshen, $726.91; Deborah Williams aka Deborah Oliver, Goshen, $853.54; Stacie Peasley, Goshen, $1,287.85. Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Cassidy White, Elkhart, $2,764.16; Bonnie Eggleston aka Bonnie Ludlow, Elkhart, $1,461.78; Bryan Taylor, Elkhart, $1,808.74; Kevin E. Yohe; Goshen, $3,782.98; David George, Elkhart, $760.30. Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Morgin W. Zimmerman, Goshen, $6,351.92. OneMain Financial Group LLC v. Jose Rojas Pina, Elkhart, $11,768.46; Scott Babcock Jr., Goshen, $12,177.89; William Shellenberger, Elkhart, $8,529.29; James Bechtel, Goshen, $10,278.19. Westlake Services LLC dba Westlake Financial Services v. Jorge G. Rangel Gonzalez, Goshen, and Veronica Garcia Ramos, Goshen, $11,109.21. State of Indiana v. James and Jayne Anne Buckles, New Paris; UMB Bank NA, not in its individual capacity, but solely as legal title trustee for LVS Title Trust XIII, Minneapolis, Minn.; New Paris Conservancy District, New Paris; Elkhart County, Goshen; and State of Indiana, Indianapolis. Complaint for appropriation of real estate for public highway improvement. Elkhart County Planning and Development Dept. v. Allen Conrad, Elkhart. Complaint for abatement and removal of public nuisance and ﬁnes up to $2,500 per day for trash and household items stored outside storage structure. Uvaldina Hemosillo v. Kustom Auto LLC, Elkhart, $5,671 and treble damages.

Foreclosures BankUnited NA v. Oscar and Mary L. Arroyo, Elkhart; Bobs Well Drilling, Elkhart; Business and Professional Services Inc., Goshen; CommunityWide Federal Credit Union, South Bend; Credit Bureau Collection Service, Indianapolis; Elkhart General Hospital, Elkhart; Portfolio Recovery Association LLC, Indianapolis; Midland Funding LLC as successor in interest to Credit One Bank NA, Indianapolis; Drive Now Auto Credit Company, Inc., Logansport; Radiology Inc., Mishawaka; Midwest Clean Water Inc. Mishawaka dba Culligan

of Michiana, Kendallville; Kitchens Etc. Inc., Elkhart; Jaseda Rosa Veth, Bristol; J.A. Whitmer, Elkhart; and BankUnited NA, Norwood, Ohio, $131,563.90.

Superior Court III

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

Complaints Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Christian Barrios, Bristol, $11,374.73. LVNV Funding LLC v. Anita Ellington aka Anita Hassiel, Elkhart, $1,113.15; Sonia Echeverria, Elkhart, $5,951.67; Susan Proctor aka Susan Brown, Elkhart, $2,211.38; Suzanne Bennett aka Suzanne Kline, Goshen, $8,816.03; Willman Ariza, Goshen, $1,011.71; Richard Moreland, Elkhart, $1,137.53; Andrew Coffell, Elkhart, no amount given; Shundell Golden, New Paris, $746.34; Vance W. Stees, Goshen, $11,198.52; Melanie Walters aka Melanie Archer, Elkhart, $1,115.15. Discover Bank v. Lina Kilbane, Elkhart, $17,416.33; Darlene K. Owings, Elkhart, $14,758.65. Orbit Leasing Inc. v. Altron Hayes, Goshen, $2,712.60; Samantha Fredrickson, Middlebury, $11,806.11. CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Brett E. Kilgore, Elkhart, and Emily K. Stutzman, Goshen, $18,538.35; Jacob T. Burchell, Nappanee, $9,572.73. Capital One Bank NA v. Tara L. Markanich, Elkhart, $3,462.73.

Foreclosures NS193 LLC v. Roy D. Wiltrout aka Roy Wiltrout, Elkhart; United States of America Internal Revenue Service, Hammond; and State of Indiana Department of Revenue, Indianapolis $62,874.99.

Superior Court IV

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

Complaints and Small Claims Aegis Trusted Dentistry PC v. Noah Abbott, $835; Bruce Atkinson, $947; Leticia Haro, $825; Justin Hull, $850; Mandi Ingram aka Murphy, $1,339.78; Jenny L. Mast, $2,512.41; Oscar Medina, $500.20; Jonathan D. Miller, $5,169.84; Daniel Mumma, $2,560.96; Jamie Stouder, $1,828.11; Jorge Thomas Terrones, $1,086.73; Angela Wigent, $3,420.69 Indiana Farmers Mutual Insurance aso James Powell v. Kennedy Bannister, $1,556.57 JH MET Subsidiary a Liquidating Trust assignee of JH Portfolio v. Nicole Peters Barricklow, $2,550.75 TD Bank USA NA v. Jessica Barrios, $2,503.76 Midwest Clean Water Inc. dba Culligan v. Yolanda Benavidez, $9,686.79 LVNV Funding LLC v. Tasha Brown, $730.12; Mary L. Martinez, $7,098.71; Gimena Perez, $1,688.71; James Peterson, $1,596.40; John T. Rosario, $791.15 Capital One Bank USA NA v. Eduardo Chin, $3,148.37; Christopher D. Taylor, $1,635.66 PYOD LLC v. Marla Davis,

$2,171.55 CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Clarence Ford, $8,307.57 Citibank NA v. Scott Hardy, $3,633.86 L. Jay Miller v. Amber Lee, $2,731; Timra Looney, $3,634.33 Dr. Jeffrey P. Bolduan Inc. v. Robert G. Miller, $552.77 Junell Stutzman v. Dale Rhodes and Angela Tubicsak, $595.17 Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Elizabeth Saldivar, $6,059.79

City Court

The following ﬁnes, costs and court-related fees were levied in Goshen City Court: Carrying handgun without license — George D. Lucero, 19, $605.50, 365 days reporting probation, 40 hours community service, handgun ordered destroyed Disregarding stop sign — Felipe De Jesus Garcia, 19, $170 Driving while license suspended — Chelsea M. Reeves, 33, $315.50, one year good behavior; Eduardo Chin Jr., 31, $170 Expired plates — Jeffrey L. Parker Jr., 29, $145 Learner’s permit violation — Aaron Mungia, 17, $145; Jonathan Perkins, 22, $145 Leaving the scene of an accident — David Guataquira-Corona, 20, $605.50, one year reporting probation, 20 hours community service, complete driver safety course; Robert L. Warble Jr., 47, $605.50, one year reporting probation, make restitution thru VORP Operating motor vehicle while intoxicated — Jose Becerra Martinez, 28, $705.50, one year reporting probation; Abrahan Ramirez Temaj, 39, $805.50, one year reporting probation, 90-day license suspension, 50 hours community service Operating motor vehicle while intoxicated/carrying handgun without license — Erikberto Mendoza, 28, $905.50, one year reporting probation, 90-day license suspension, 75 hours community service, handgun and ammunition ordered destroyed Operating motor vehicle with BAC of .08% or more — Pedro Guerrero De Lira, 24, $705.50, one year reporting probation, 90-day license suspension, 20 hours community service Operating motor vehicle without ever receiving a valid driver’s license — Leticia Rodriguez Vargas, 34, $260.50, one year good behavior; Yurisky Perez Luna, 40, $185.50, one year good behavior; Zhamir Mendoza, 18, $285.50, 12 months good behavior Operating with false plate/failure to register/no valid driver’s license — Lisa Collins, 39, $165 Possession of marijuana — Ray A. James, 46, $805, one year reporting probation Speeding — Lexie M. Blankenship, 22, $170; Trenton D. Scott, 21, $170; Kaitlyn G. Cline, 45, $170 Theft — Rachel N. Banaszek, 34, $605, one year reporting probation, make restitution to victim; Jessie L. Graff, 34, $405, one year reporting probation Unsafe lane movement without signaling — Orlando Alvarez Carmona, 17, $170

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Tuesday, December 28, 2021 — the PAPER — www.the-papers.com

New Paris community honoring long time UPS deliveryman The community of New Paris is honoring long time UPS delivery man George Doi and his retirement. Since 1988, New Paris has had one UPS driver, “George the UPS man.” Doi started working at UPS in 1983. After 39 years, he is retiring and his last day was Christmas Eve, Dec. 24. New Paris wished him a happy retirement as he completed his last week serving the community. Hundreds of thank you signs went up at area homes and businesses. According to the “You know you are from New Paris Indiana When You Remember … ,” Facebook page while 150 thank you signs were ordered, there were quickly more requests for signs. Residents have been taking selﬁes with George and creating memory pages that will be given to him at a retirement party from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, at Sunnyside Park. At a time when nothing is certain anymore, Doi has been

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Community Foundation congratulates scholars Eight Elkhart County students are being honored with significant scholarships. Three students from Elkhart County will receive the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships which provide for full tuition, required fees and a special allocation of up to $900 per year for required books and required equipment for four years of undergraduate study on a full-time basis leading to a baccalaureate degree at any eligible Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars may also participate in the Lilly Scholars Network, which connects scholars with resources and opportunities to be active leaders on their campuses and in their communities. Both the scholarship program and LSN are supported by grants from Lilly Endowment to Independent Colleges of Indiana. The 2022 Elkhart County Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are: Kaylie Kustron, Concord High School Gavin Morey, NorthWood High School Sophie Wingard, Fairfield High School. Since Lilly Endowment created the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program for the 1998-99 school year, Elkhart County has honored 94 Lilly Scholars. Each eligible Elkhart County high school nominates one senior student based on academic performance (including grades

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Activities at area public libraries Wakarusa Public Library Dec. 31 — Closed at noon for New Year’s Eve Jan. 1 — Closed for New Year’s Day

Jan. 3 — Winter/Spring Story Hour registrations begins Jan. 3 — Virtual Craft Time, 2:30 p.m. on the library’s Facebook and YouTube pages

students have received the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship since the program’s inception. The primary purposes of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program are: 1) to help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana; 2) to increase awareness of the beneﬁcial roles Indiana community foundations can play

in their communities; and 3) to encourage and support the efforts of current and past Lilly Endowment Community Scholars to engage with each other and with Indiana business, governmental, educational, nonproﬁt and civic leaders to improve the quality of life in Indiana generally and in local communities throughout the state.

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Goshen Community Schools announces personnel change Effective Jan. 1, the following personnel changes will be implemented at Goshen High School and the GCS Administration Center: Dr. Barry Younghans will move to the administration center and become the as-

sistant superintendent of operations, and Cathleen DeMeyer will become the new principal of Goshen High School. Younghans will transition to the administration center where he will

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provide oversight for the day-to-day operations of building and grounds, custodial/maintenance staff, school nutrition services, and technology. Younghans will also be the community liaison for the administrative team and will work closely with local businesses and service organizations. The administrative team appreciates Younghans’ years of service at Goshen High School. Under Younghans’ leadership, GHS expanded the International Baccalaureate program, raised the graduation rate to more than 90% for the ﬁrst time in school history, led the school to becoming an “A” school, implemented Uniﬁed Sports, and became the District 2 High School Principal of the Year. Current GHS Assistant Principal, DeMeyer, will become the new GHS principal. DeMeyer received her bachelor of secondary science education from Bethel University in 1995, a master of science in secondary education from IUSB in 2004 and completed the principal licensure program through Indiana Wesleyan

University in 2017. She has served Goshen Community Schools since 2006, in roles including, GMS eighth grade science teacher (2006-2008), GHS biology/chemistry teacher (20082018), Goshen Education Association President (2017 & 2018), and GHS assistant principal (2018-present). In her current position, DeMeyer has maintained the school’s master schedule, monitored the graduation rate, worked directly with the life skills and strive programs in the special education department, and worked with 11th and 12th grade students. Upon her appointment to the principalship, DeMeyer said, “I am thrilled to be stepping into the role of Goshen High School principal. I would like to thank the GCS administrative team and school board for trusting me with the opportunity to lead GHS. I have appreciated working with Dr. Younghans, and I am thankful for his mentorship. “This is my 16th year working for Goshen Community Schools and I am proud to be a Goshen RedHawk. I am

excited to continue working with Goshen students, parents, and staff in my new role. The GHS staff is committed to excellence. Our goal is for every student to graduate with a diploma and be prepared for a successful future. “In addition to pursuing excellence, I am committed to addressing opportunities for change. I will be working with staff to help students feel safe and comfortable at school. I will be reaching out to students, parents, and staff for input in addressing societal issues our students face. I am beyond excited for this opportunity. I love our community and I’m looking forward to what we can achieve together.” The administrative team looks forward to supporting DeMeyer and watching her continue to grow as a leader in her new role as the principal for Goshen High School. DeMeyer will be the ﬁrst female principal at Goshen High School since Emma Chandler, who served as principal from 1871-1895, and Lillian Michael who served from 1895-1907.

Gov. Eric Holcomb announces Hoosier taxpayers to receive $125 tax refund Gov. Eric J. Holcomb announces an estimated 4.3 million taxpayers will receive a $125 refund after they ﬁle their 2021 taxes. “Despite a pandemic, Indiana exceeded all expectations and closed the state ﬁscal year with an unprecedented amount in reserves,” said Holcomb. “We have an obligation to put this money back in the hands of taxpayers instead of leaving it in the hands of government.” An estimated $545 million will

be returned to Hoosiers after taxpayers ﬁle their 2021 state taxes. The governor is working with leaders of the general assembly on legislation that will streamline the process and make an additional 910,000 taxpayers eligible for the credit. The typical taxpayer liability is approximately $1,000. This payment represents a 12-13% onetime tax cut. Once legislation passes, the Department of Revenue will begin

processing payments for taxpayers. The form of taxpayer payments will be based on how the 2021 return was filed. Taxpayers who apply for an extension will receive the payment after filing their return. DOR expects to complete refunds for taxpayers filing by the April 18, 2022, filing deadline by May 1, 2022. Once the details are finalized, DOR will provide additional information in 2022.