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%\ 5$< %$/2*+ 6WDII :ULWHU Brent Wildman’s quest to find a way of using “adventure as a catalyst for bonding people in spiritual relationships” started with a 100-mile bicycle trip to Lake Michigan with his brother Kent one summer 44 years ago. During the next few years their excursions added more fellow travelers and expanded to ski trips and mountain bike adventures. As Wildman recounts the fruits of those labors, “The results of following the Lord’s adventure? We have baptized men in the waters of the mountains, married couples on remote beaches and trekked into volcanoes. Most importantly, people have taken on the greatest challenge of all: a life fully surrendered to Jesus Christ. Every day we rise to go a new distance with him, physically, mentally and spiritually.” Seeing the changes those trips made in people’s lives prompted Wildman to form the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, 2nd Mile Adventures, based in Winona Lake. Though the pandemic scuttled many of the last year’s activities, Executive Director Nate Gernert is optimistic about this year’s offerings. “The biggest thing is our focus on being able to serve the people in our community,” he said. “We take the things we enjoy and turn that around to serve the community, using bikes as a tool.” Gernert referenced weekly Saturday morning bicycle trips, which draw 20 to 30 participants. “We usually start early to mid-April, when the weather and light cooperate. We will ride as late in the season as we possibly can,” he said. “Some years we have gone all the way through November.” The group meets at 7 a.m. in the parking lot in front of Trailhouse Village Bicycles in Winona Lake and returns about 8:30 or 9 a.m. “We have one trail ride and two road rides,” said Gernert. “The A group challenges each other in distance and speed. The B group is more of a social no-drop ride, where we do not leave anyone behind.” Participation in the rides is free. The organization also hosts Chain-Breakers, a ministry whose mission is “to show youth the love of Christ and challenge them in service, adventure, mentorship and character building.” The group, open to middle and high school students, meets weekly year-round. The students have performed “hundreds of hours of community service within the local community,” including leaf raking, limb pickup and snow

/$67 0(1 67$1',1* ³ Five stalwart iron men pose for a photo after completing 600-mile, four-day cycling challenge from Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., to Winona Lake. Shown from left are Garrett Scales, Steve Breeden, Brent Wildman, Mason Geiger and Brian Cumberland. Photo provided.

5($'< 72 52// ³ Participants in the 2nd Mile Adventures weekly Saturday morning bike ride prepare to depart from a municipal parking lot in Winona Lake. The rides will resume this year ”when the weather breaks,‘ said Nate Gernert, executive director of 2nd Mile Adventures. Photo provided. shoveling for area individuals, schools and ministries. The group has done painting at Beaman Home; mucked out horse stalls for Isaiah 11 equine therapy ministry; cleaned floors, lockers, baseboards and windows at local schools; helped the organization’s sister organization, 2nd Mile Missions, move equipment and boxes; and regularly assist Tracey’s Trailer with its mobile bicycle safety education program. 2nd Mile Adventures collaborates with Heart of the City Bicycles, a Fort Wayne-based charity, to “help the underserved maintain their bikes,” Gernert said. “They have a mobile bike shop once a month in various locations in Warsaw and Winona Lake.” Plans for activities in 2021 are just getting underway, with further details forthcoming: • Family ski night at Bittersweet Ski Resort in Otsego, Mich., mid-February. • Wildflowers Spring Trip for women aged 14 and over, April.

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• Spring motorcycle trail ride, late spring. • Dunes day ride in June, featuring 40-, 70- and 105mile routes, June. • Divide Ride in Montana and Wyoming, July. • Fall mountain bike ride, North Carolina, Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 21-23. A prerequisite for participating in any of the events is signing a liability waiver, and Gernert suggests anyone interested should pass a physical exam before participating. 2nd Mile Adventures’ “biggest need” at present is financial donations “to allow us to keep providing ChainBreakers. We don’t expect the kids to pay for anything and not all parents can afford it.” Periodic fundraisers are announced on the organization’s Facebook page. For more information, to check on an event or to make a donation, visit www.2ndmileadventures.org or www. facebook.com/secondmileadventures or email Gernert at nate@2ndmileadventures.org.

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%\ /$85(1 =(8*1(5 6WDII :ULWHU When it comes to addressing community issues, Noemi Ponce isn’t one to sit back and let others take the lead. She was pushed to take action by George Floyd’s death and the ensuing outcry, “For me that’s not politics. It’s more human rights,” she said in a phone interview. “It’s about representation.” Brian Smith, Kosciusko County Democratic chair, had been pushing her to run for public office, but she demurred. He heard her speak at a rally and approached her again. “He approached me again and asked if we could meet,” she said. When she spoke at the rally she had no idea about politics. “What I learned was Democrat or Republican, it doesn’t really matter. It’s more about where your heart is,” she explained. Last year she ran for county council at-large. “I had to learn a lot about politics, about the position, about how to run a campaign,” she said of her experience. Ponce has taught Spanish at Warsaw Community High School for the last three years and at Tippecanoe Valley High School for five. “As a teacher I always tell my students to do good .… Do something about it (a problem they see) rather than complain about it.” Ponce said she’s always wanted to be a teacher. She teaches Spanish as a heritage language to native speakers. “Just because I’m a native speaker, it’s not easy. It’s harder because we don’t have the grammar or reading (like English speakers receive in their English classes). We have to work twice as hard.” In her classes, she said she focuses more on writing since her students have most of the vocabulary. Ponce said she was inspired to teach after graduating in 2002 and seeing what the dropout rate was for Hispanic students.

81'(7(55(' ³ Noemi Ponce ran as a Democrat for a Kosciusko County Council at-large seat in the recent election. While she lost, she plans to remain active in local politics, bringing a different perspective to the offlces she pursues. She is currently a Spanish teacher at Warsaw Community High School. Photo provided. She wanted to do something to address the issue. Her students were very supportive of her running for the county council at-large seat. “It was hard when I lost, because I felt I let them down,” she said. Recently she was appointed to the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department Board by Mayor Joseph Thallemer. She was sworn in Tuesday, Jan. 19. While very new to the job, she hopes to provide input from a point of view different from the other board members. She said the other members of the board

have been very welcoming and have encouraged her. When not busy with her job or in politics, Ponce enjoys spending time with her son, a sophomore at WCHS, and her 10-year-old daughter. She enjoys spending time with her family and going to the gym, power lifting. She intends to remain active in politics because she saw the outpouring of support she received, especially from the Hispanic community. “Again, it’s about representation,” she said. “Just because I lost doesn’t mean I give up.”

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Puckett she is working on reviewing the county’s ordinances to see if any of them are unconstitutional. That’s related to the county approving a Constitutional Rights Sanctuary County resolution and ordinance at its meeting Dec. 22. Heard from Area Planning Commission Assistant Planner and Floodplain Administrator Matt Sandy several of the forms for the county’s new online permitting process are now available on the county website. Those are for sign permits, contractor registrations and property research. The commissioners next meeting is 9 a.m. Feb. 2, at the Kosciusko County Courthouse’s old courtroom.

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Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee has moved closer to realizing the funding necessary for its trail expansion feasibility study, thanks in part to end of year donations and the approval of several grants. During the committee’s meeting Monday, Jan. 18, Trail Executive Director Erlene Yentes shared $17,700 is still needed to fully fund the feasibility study for future trail development. So far, $82,300 has been raised or committed to the study. Funding has recently been given by the Kenneth and Lela Harkless Foundation and Kosciusko County Community Foundation in addition to the previously announced K21 Health Foundation grant. The trail committee also participated in Giving Tuesday, raising $1,975, which should be matched by Facebook. Donors have provided support for the study, following additional year-end mailings and in response to the December newsletter. Also supporting fundraising efforts are the ongoing sales of the Conklin Bay Trail note cards and Syracuse-Wawasee Trail beanies. In addition to connecting with donors, the trail committee is looking at developing more fundraising events besides the annual Tour des Lakes. A Taste of Syracuse event was suggested. Committee member Chad Jonsson noted the idea had been floated years ago by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce and thought it could be a fun event; however, it would require buy-in from local businesses and restaurants. Several committee members will brainstorm ideas for this potential event. While exploring fundraising op-

portunities, the trail committee will work with USI on the next steps of the feasibility study and ensure all grant requirements are met. Committee President Kay Young noted, “We’ve got Conklin Bay in, and it’s so visible I think we are going to continue to see (donations) grow.” The sentiment was carried by treasurer Tom Edington. “I think in the end, getting the study and doing it as soon as possible and having a project that people focus on, that is when people wrote checks. When they see that project, that will get us moving again — COVID or not. See and feel that next project.” In other trail committee news: • Research continues on cattail control along the Conklin Bay Trail, with trail committee member and WACF Ecology Committee member Steven Coyle heading the effort. • Tour des Lakes is slated for July 17. • Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee is now available as a charity to support via AmazonSmile. • Yentes is joining nonprofit Bicycle Indiana’s board of directors. She noted it will be a good opportunity to form partnerships while learning and collaborating. The next trail committee meeting will be at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, in the trail office, 207 N. Huntington St.

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Former Kosciusko County Superior Court 3 Judge Joe’s Sutton’s photo is to join those of other former judges in the Justice Building. At their Tuesday, Jan. 19, meeting at the Justice Building, Kosciusko County Commissioners heard a request from former county Superior Court 2 Judge James Jarrette to install the photo. The county has pictures of other former judges, including Jarrette, upstairs in the center. Sutton was first elected in 1996 and took office in January 1997. He was re-elected Nov. 4, 2014. Commissioners granted the request. Commissioner Brad Jackson suggested late county Superior Court 1 Judge David Cates’ photo also be put up. In other business, commissioners: Heard from Health Department Administrator Bob Weaver a report on the county’s free COVID-19 testing site at the fairgrounds. Since the site opened at the Bowen Center this fall, 12,687 tests have been performed. All were paid for out of $200,000 in CARES Act money the county received. Weaver also said the county is to get $80,640 in additional CARES Act funds to pay for COVID-19 vaccinations. Heard from Sheriff Kyle Dukes there are no current cases of COVID-19 among sheriff’s office employees, jail staff, work release and inmates.

He said there are currently 249 inmates in the county jail. Dukes said the sheriff’s office did shut down the county’s Jail Chemical Addiction Program for now, but that has enabled the jail to have a cell block empty to quarantine inmates in if needed. He reported the sheriff’s office’s training room is finished and the office spent $28,595.67 on needed new uniforms and equipment last year. Rubber flooring has also been installed in the sheriff’s office’s gym to allow for easier cleaning, he said. Also the sheriff’s office has purchased neighborhood watch signs. Heard from Auditor Michelle

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Vegetable alfredo lasagna Good neighbors: Cheesy creamy lasagna: Precooked lasagna noodles, 1 can cream of mushroom, 1 can cream of chicken, 1 small can mushrooms, 1 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, 1 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 cup chopped onions, 1 cup chopped green pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Blend soups, Parmesan cheese, sour cream, onions, pepper, garlic powder and mushrooms. Spread one-quarter of mixture in bottom of greased 9 by 13 pan, then top with layer of noodles, another layer of sauce on top and 1 cup of cheese. Repeat ending with cheese on top. Bake at

Electric sewing machine — Does any good neighbor have an electric sewing machine in good condition for our church? We are sewing comforters for the needy. Call (574) 354-8388.

Chest freezer — Does any good neighbor have a large chest freezer, working or non-working, they want to get rid of? Reply through this column or call (574) 393-8821. Lamp shade repair — Looking for someone who could replace the old lining on the inside of two lamp shades. Reply through this column. — A Nappanee reader Stray cats — Is there a place in Elkhart County where stray cats can be taken if caught that will work with them to get adopted to good homes? It must be a known, reputable rescue business. Reply through this column. — A neighbor Tankless water heater — I am interested in information on a tankless water heater. Reply through this column. — A reader

Warsaw Chemical celebrates 80 years as part of community This year marks the 80th year anniversary for Warsaw Chemical. The company has grown from a small manufacturer of toilet bowl cleaners and mechanics hand soaps, into a nationally recognized supplier of more than 300 cleaners, soaps, disinfectants, protectants, lubricants and specialty products. Warsaw Chemical was founded in 1941, and it has always been privately owned. Currently, about 70 people are employed by

the company. “We are proud of the fact that Warsaw Chemical has been a part of the Warsaw community for eight decades. We have a team of highlytalented people that have championed the success of the company. We will continue to build on our history of creating and manufacturing products that carry value and contribute to the success of our clients,” stated Troy Gamble, CEO and partner of Warsaw Chemical.

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Numbers of most birds are in decline T h e r e aren’t as many birds as there were when I was a boy. Not in North America. I’ve read birds have declined in North America by nearly a third, 30% since I was young. I recognized there were changes when I was young, before I

read any reports. I stopped seeing chimney swifts and nighthawks when I was young. They were two of the most common summer birds when I was a boy, but then, suddenly it seems, they were gone. Whip-poor-wills weren’t as numerous as cuckoos, but I saw them regularly. Not anymore. There are many other birds that aren’t as numerous as they used to be, that I don’t see as often as I used to. Brown thrasher, catbird, wood thrush, veery and whippoor-will are a few. I see and recognize there has

Managing winter damage The winter season brings plenty of joy and beauty, but it can also wreak havoc on your outdoor plants and landscaping. Some of this damage is unavoidable, depending on where you live, the snow, wind and frigid temperatures are bound to affect your plants. However, there are some tips and trick to help your plants avoid the hazards of winter. Branches Breaking Or Bending After a heavy snowfall, you may notice branches falling off your trees or bending under the weight of the snow. If the snow is fluffy and easy to move, you may carefully brush the snow off the bending branches with a broom or other tool. Do not attempt to brush the weight off branches from an ice storm to avoid further damage. Try to avoid blowing or shoveling snow onto landscaping plants. Leaf Scorch Applying de-icing salt is an ef-

Students named to dean’s list Albion College announces students who were named to the dean’s list or who were named new Albion College Fellows at the end of the fall 2020 semester. Dean’s list honors recognize students with a minimum 3.5 GPA in four graded courses, while Albion College Fellow is an honor reserved for students who maintain a minimum 3.7 GPA during three consecutive semesters. Warsaw student Sydney Mcgurn was named to the dean’s list. Mcgurn is a first-year student at Albion College. Mcgurn is a resident of Warsaw.

fective way to protect walkways and roads. But, be careful not to expose plants to salt as this will turn needles brown or damage the edges of leaves. Plants with salt damage should be watered thoroughly in spring. Sunscald Most common among young trees with thin bark is sunscald, the result of unseasonably warm winter temps followed by a return to freezing temps. As trees are dormant during the cold winter weather, a brief warm spell essentially causes them to wake up, causing their bark to rapidly expand and contract. Wrapping vulnerable trees with reflective white tree guards or burlap can help. Winter Burn Hazardous winter weather conditions can cause evergreen trees to have brown patches of needles, the result of winter burn. Usually warm fall temperatures, drastic temperature drops and an inadequate root system can all contribute to winter burn. If the entire tree turns brown, the tree is not likely to recover, but pruning the affected areas in spring may help spring new buds and branches. Frost Heave Typically as a result of late planting, repeated freezing and thawing temperatures may potentially damage or even kill some plants. To prevent frost heave, apply mulch to recentlyplanted perennial plants to prepare for a hard frost. Additionally, it’s best to avoid planting perennials after September as planting will not give the plants enough time to develop a strong root system before temperatures dip below freezing. The above article was provided by Menards. COUPON PLU PL #1099

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been a decline in birds whenever I go out now. For example, I drove into the nearest town, went to the bank and the post office, then drove home. I went on a country road. It’s a trip I’ve made many times. And always, now I keep track of the birds I see. This morning, as I drove into town, I saw two little birds fly across the road in front of me, too distant for me to see well enough to identify, and one kestrel perched on the power line at the side of the road near town. I saw just three birds. A few years ago I’d have seen a dozen birds or more, field sparrows, vesper sparrows, bluebirds, indigo buntings, at least two, maybe more kestrels, a red-tailed hawk or two, crows, at least one turkey vulture. If it had been summer, I’d have seen meadowlarks, grackles and red-winged blackbirds. While birds as a whole, and many species, have declined, some seem, particularly the birds coming to my bird feeders, black-capped chickadees, whitebreasted nuthatches, titmice,

blue jays, downy woodpeckers and house sparrows coming to my bird feeders, which I stock year-round, seem to be as numerous as ever. There are more cardinals coming to my feeders now than there were when I moved here, to northern Indiana. No cardinals came to my feeders then. Cardinals were birds of farther south. Southern Indiana was the northern limit of their range then. But cardinals have expanded their range north and increased in number, I presume, and are now common birds at my feeders. There are other birds that have increased in number, also. Bald eagle, for one. I never saw a bald eagle until I was in college. Then I saw one along the shore of a lake a few miles north of the college campus. Now I see a bald eagle every now and then. Ospreys have increased. Ospreys and bald eagles have both benefitted from nesting platforms in poles put out for them. I know of two of these artificial nesting platforms that have been

used, by ospreys, every year for several years. Canada geese have increased greatly. When I moved to Indiana, people of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources were taking Canada goose eggs from active nests, hatching the eggs in incubators, caring for the goslings until they were old enough to care for themselves, then releasing them in suitable habitats. Now Canada geese are common in Indiana and in the neighboring states. Some species of duck have increased, mallard, blue and greenwinged teal, wood duck, hooded merganser. The mallards and teal have benefitted from wetlands established on fish and wildlife areas, the wood ducks and hooded mergansers from suitable nest boxes put on trees in or around wetlands. Turkey vultures have increased. Most birders will tell you the increase in vultures has had nothing to do with the activities of people but road kills benefit vultures.

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Honor Roll Of Businesses THE BEGINNING AND GROWTH OF THE AREA’S LEADING BUSINESSES! 160 Years Snider’s Leading

148 Years Horizon Bank

Jewelers Inc.

Serving Kosciusko, Elkhart & LaGrange Counties

Complete Service Department

1-888-873-2640

Established 1861

Established 1873

141 Years E. Newcomer & Son

139 Years

128 S. Main St., Goshen

(574) 533-1574

Fine Jewelry • Watches • Gifts

LSC Communications

145 Years Mishler Funeral Home FUNERALS • CREMATORY • MONUMENTS 2 LOCATIONS: 2030 SR 331, Bremen, IN • (574) 546-2861 461 W. 900 N., Milford, IN • (574) 658-4197 Serving Families For 3 Generations

Established 1876

135 Years

Varns & Hoover Hardware Store

Family Owned | Find us on Facebook 107 S. Main St., Nappanee, IN | (574) 773-3241

2801 W. Old Road 30, Warsaw, IN (574) 267-7101

101 N. Main St., Middlebury, IN 46540 (574) 825-2705

Established 1880

Established 1882

Established 1886

126 Years

120 Years

120 Years

Attorneys at Law Ft. Wayne (260) 426-9706 LaGrange (260) 463-4949 Warsaw (574) 267-4300

19066 Market St., New Paris (574) 831-2173

DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction

Beers Mallers Backs & Salin, LLP

Established 1895

Predecessors Established 1901

Established 1901

111 Years First State Bank

110 Years

109 Years

523 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw, IN (574) 267-6311

MEMBER FDIC 402 E. Center St., Warsaw (574) 269-3331

Established 1910

Established 1911

Established 1912

109 Years

102 Years

101 Years

136 N. Main St., Goshen • (574) 533-5040 www.olympiacandykitchen.com

“The Sweetest Little Place In Town”

2124 Sterling Ave., Elkhart (574) 293-6200

Kosciusko, Miami, Wabash, Whitley Counties www.crossroadsbanking.com • (574) 306-4497

Established 1912

Established 1919

Established 1920

101 Years

101 Years

99 Years

(574) 267-8143 • Warsaw, IN

Middlebury (574) 825-2166 | Goshen (574) 533-8277 Goshen/Greencroft (574) 533-8459 | Elkhart (574) 266-2888 Elkhart/Riverwalk (574) 295-3949 | Mishawaka (574) 807-8256 South Bend (574) 968-9720

Olympia Candy Kitchen

Rockhill, Pinnick LLP

105 E. Main St., Warsaw, IN (574) 267-6116 • Fax (574) 269-9264

Established 1920

New Paris Telephone

Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce First Federal Savings Bank

Elkhart Bedding Co.

W.R. Hall Insurance Group

Crossroads Bank

Phend & Brown, Inc.

1021 Mariners Drive, Warsaw (574) 267-3266

367 E. 1250 N., Milford, IN www.phend-brown.com • (574) 658-4166

Established 1920

Established 1922

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Honor Roll Of Businesses

95 Years

94 Years

4217 W. Old Rd. 30, Warsaw, IN (574) 267-3101

301 Kings Hwy., Winona Lake ABC-Industries.net • 1-888-426-0921

St. Rd. 15 - North Edge Of Silver Lake (260) 352-2162

Established 1925

Established 1926

Established 1927

94 Years

90 Years

88 Years

2514 E. Center St., Warsaw, IN beaconcu.org

515 E. Jackson, Elkhart (574) 293-8711

Established 1927

Established 1931

Established 1933

88 Years

85 Years

84 Years

Owned By The Watters Family Since1977 204 S. Buffalo St. • Warsaw, IN (574) 267-5066

1650 W. Lusher Ave., Elkhart, IN 46517 Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7-5 (574) 293-6595

Creighton Brothers L.P.

Stuckman Sanitation, Inc. (260) 856-2060

Rex’s Rendezvous

ABC Industries, Inc.

Beacon Credit Union

Homan Lumber

Kerlin Motor Co.

Dygert Trim

Grace College & Seminary 200 Seminary Dr., Winona Lake www.grace.edu • (574) 372-5100

Established 1936

Established 1937

83 Years

81 Years

80 Years

634 N. Main St. • North Webster, IN (574) 834-2834

370 S. 250 E., Warsaw KREMC.com • (574) 267-6331

390 Argonne Road, Warsaw, IN info@warsaw-chem.com • warsaw-chem.com

Established 1938

Established 1936

Established 1941

77 Years

75 Years

74 Years

East End of Lake Wawasee (260) 856-2286

1102 S. Huntington St. • Syracuse, IN (574) 457-3431

Established 1944

Established 1946

Established 1947

72 Years

70 Years

70 Years

SPECIALIZING IN FARM, CONSTRUCTION OR TRUCK/TRAILERS EQUIPMENT

THIRD GENERATION FAMILY OWNED

4316 W. 600 N., Leesburg, IN (574) 858-2281

Established 1951

Established 1951

Established 1933

Ace Pest Control

Cox Studio

151 S. High St. • Warsaw (574) 267-6562 • coxstudio.com

Parker & Sons Equipment 6621 S. SR 15, Claypool • parkerandsonsequipment.com (574) 566-3636

Established 1949

Kosciusko REMC

Griffith’s Wawasee Marina

Bill’s Heating, Inc. 803 Linway Dr., Goshen (574) 533-2079

65 Years

63 Years

SR 13 • North Webster (574) 834-2249

107 W. Chicago St., Syracuse, IN (574) 457-3037

Clayton Garden Center

Bud’s Body Shop

Warsaw Chemical

Buhrt Builders

Clunette Elevator

63 Years Wawasee Bowl

1201 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, IN (574) 457-3855

Established 1956

Established 1958

61 Years

58 Years

55 Years

“The Best Selection of Landscaping, Stone and Flagstone in Northern Indiana”

209 E. Bowser St., Syracuse, IN (574) 457-3944

Tires by Bridgestone, Firestone, Mastercraft

Established 1963

Established 1966

Knepp Sand & Stone 70765 CR 23, New Paris • (574) 831-4949

Established 1960

Louie’s Bar & Grill

Established 1958

Montieth’s Best One Tire and Auto Care Center Kosciusko, Elkhart & Marshall Counties SR 15 N. • Warsaw • 574-267-8164

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53 Years Etna Elevator

120 N. Walnut St., Etna Green, IN EtnaElevator.com • (574) 858-0221

Established 1968

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52 Years Yoder & Stutzman, Inc. Plumbing & Heating PC10000101 Nappanee • (574) 773-7012

Established 1969

49 Years

51 Years Hoffman Outdoor

Power Equipment, Inc. (Formerly Hoffman Implement Sales) Phone: (574) 858-9322 • Etna Green

Established 1970

48 Years

Roger’s Auto Center

Ron Martin Seed & Supply LLC

500 N., North Webster (574) 834-2774

61329 CR 9 South, Elkhart (574) 875-5273

Established 1971

Established 1972

Established 1973

47 Years

47 Years

46 Years Jenkin’s Automotive, Inc.

3333 E. Center St., Warsaw, IN (574) 267-8054

337 Grace Village Dr., Winona Lake, IN 46590 www.GraceVillage.com • (574) 372-6200

Established 1974

Established 1974

46 Years

45 Years Kosciusko Home Care

Milford Office, 206 S. Main • (574) 658-4111 Warsaw Office, 114 W. Market • (574) 269-2932 Syracuse Office, 103 E. Main • (574) 457-3666 Goshen Office, 134 S. Main • (574) 534-2591

Brouwer’s Carpet & Furniture Grace Village Retirement Community

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Nappanee (574) 773-7908 • Bremen (574) 546-2063 Wakarusa (574) 862-4991 • Goshen (574) 533-0355 Milford (574) 658-9529 • Dunlap (574) 875-8404 Middlebury (574) 825-6165 • Kendallville (260) 347-2211 Ligonier • (260) 894-3303

Established 1975

45 Years Tecomet, Inc.

10274 W. 600 S., Mentone (574) 353-7701

& Hospice, Inc.

1515 Provident Dr., Suite 250, Warsaw, IN (574) 372-3401

486 W. 350 N., Warsaw, IN www.tecomet.com • (574) 267-8700

Established 1975

Established 1976

Established 1976

44 Years Evie’s Insurance Agency

43 Years Crouse Body Shop

42 Years Grossnickle Eye Center

Auto • Home • Life • Health • Mobile Homes • RVs Boats • Motorcycles • Light Commercial

279 E. 250 N., Warsaw, IN (574) 269-3339

2251 Dubois Dr., Warsaw, IN 46580 (800) 992-6975

Established 1978

Established 1979

39 Years

Helping families save money since 1977.

51146 CR 5N, Elkhart, IN 46514 • (574) 262-1806 • evies.ins@comcast.net

Established 1977

40 Years Miracle Ear

Bobi’s Shear Success

39 Years Northern Lakes Insurance

3165 E. Center St. (Center Center Mall) Warsaw • (574) 269-6236

105 S. Main St., Milford, IN (574) 658-9834

201 E. Palm Dr., Syracuse, IN (574) 457-5931

Established 1981

Established 1982

Established 1982

39 Years

37 Years Loucks & Weaver CPA

36 Years

Reinholt’s Furniture

118 W. Main St., Warsaw, IN www.reinholtsfurniture.com • (574) 267-5940

Established 1982

36 Years

Colbin Tool, Inc.

accounting & financial services 157 S. Main St., Nappanee • (574) 773-4611 OTHER OFFICES: Elkhart-Goshen

1021 N. Indiana • Syracuse, IN (574) 457-3183

Established 1984

Established 1985

35 Years

35 Years

Mullet Battery, Inc.

Westrick Family Insurance

2780 E. Durbin, Warsaw (574) 269-1804

Your Battery Specialist 1513 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite #1, Goshen (574) 534-4665

107 E. Center St., Warsaw (574) 267-3587

Established 1985

Established 1986

Established 1986

Warsaw Engineering & Fabricating

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34 Years

31 Years Marcia Anderson

2315 N. Shelby Drive, Warsaw, IN TrustColliers.com • (574) 269-3393

Homeowners * Auto * Life Steuart D. Wysong * Leesburg * (574) 453-3208 www.wysong-insurance.com

Established 1987

Established 1987

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group 2015 REALTOR OF THE YEAR! (574) 268-7722

31 Years Mike’s Garage Door

31 Years The Car Company Suzuki

34 Years

Colliers Heating & Air Conditioning

Wysong Insurance Shoppe

Established 1990

30 Years JB’s Furniture

400 S. Main Street, Leesburg, IN mikesgaragedoorindiana.com (574) 453-4368

3932 E. U.S. 30, Warsaw 1914 Lincolnway East, Goshen (574) 269-3637

2101 E. Center St., Warsaw, IN (574) 267-6800

Established 1990

Established 1990

Established 1991

30 Years

30 Years

28 Years Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance

One Call Water

11875 N. SR 13, Syracuse, IN 46567 (574) 457-5006

Rite Choice Foods™ The right food at the right price U.S. 6, Nappanee, (574) 773-5462

Established 1991

Established 1991

28 Years

26 Years Dave’s Electric

904 E. Pound Drive, Warsaw, IN (574) 269-2492 Or (574) 267-2889

Heating & Cooling, Inc.

Stafford’s Solid Waste

North Webster • 574-834-3100

Jeffrey Atwood, Agent 1108 S. Huntington St., P.O. Box 506 Syracuse, IN 46567 • (574) 457-4491

Established 1992

26 Years Family Auto Sales, Inc. Tim Mauk 2302 Old Road 30 W., Warsaw (574) 269-9740 or (574) 269-6239

Established 1993

Established 1995

25 Years Carpet Depot

23 Years

23 Years

9280 N. Koher Rd., Syracuse, IN (260) 856-4251

Established 1996

813 S. Huntington, Syracuse, IN 46567 574.457.3775 • www.teamtuttlemortgage.com “Consistently Exceeding Expectations!”

Established 1998

Established 1998

22 Years Whitman’s Auto Sales

19 Years

18 Years

25 Kings Hwy., Winona Lake, IN (574) 551-3190

Established 1995

Stuckman & Son Trucking Team Tuttle Mortgage, LLC

Persing Tire & Auto Service

R & B Car Company

3000 W. Market St., Nappanee, IN (574) 773-5566 • persingtire.com

2105 Biomet Dr., Warsaw, IN rbcarcompany.com

Established 1999

Established 2002

Established 2003

15 Years

14 Years

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28049 CR 20 (St. Rd. 19 And Mish. Rd.) • Elkhart (574) 389-1234

Aqua Systems

North Side Appliance

205 Eastlake Drive, Warsaw, IN ILoveMyWater.com

Parts, Sales and Service 1920 Elkhart Rd., Goshen, IN 46526 Ph. (574) 533-3333 • Fax (574) 533-3333

Established 2006

Established 2007

Established 2007

13 Years

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6 Years

Daniel V. Buchman, CPCU CLU ChFC, Agent 1101 S. Huntington St., Ste. 2 • Syracuse, IN (574) 457-4807

(574) 269-2932 www.InkFreeNews.com

Associated With State Farm Since 1966

Established 2012

State Farm Insurance

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Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home 225 Argonne Rd., Warsaw redpathfruthfuneralhome.com (574) 268-0225

Himalayan Salt & Scents 3114 E. U.S. Hwy. 30, Warsaw himalayansaltandscents.com (574) 372-3478

Established 2015

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Project Hope provides assistance to small businesses The Indiana Small Business Development Center and Indiana University Kelley School of Business are partnering to support the long-term economic recovery of Hoosier small businesses and entrepreneurs. Eligible companies may apply for nocost assistance to help establish or increase their online presence through website development, e-commerce support and other

digital tools and services. forms, improving cybersecurity interns under the guidance of a Under this new program, Kel- frameworks, migrating data and faculty member or professional mentor. ley students and recent gradu- more. Along with technical services, ates are offered paid internships Each project will be completed to assist small businesses in within two weeks. Each project student interns provide training solving technology issues or pro- will also be completed by student and education to enable small businesses to operviding new digital ate the new technolcapabilities. ProjProject includes creating or modifying ogy or tool following ect includes creatwebsites, building e-commerce platforms, the conclusion of the ing or modifying improving cybersecurity frameworks, project. All work is websites, building migrating data and more. conducted virtually e-commerce plat-

to ensure the health and safety of Hoosiers. To be eligible, businesses must be an Indiana SBDC client, have been in business as of Feb. 15, 2020 and be able to demonstrate a negative impact from COVID-19. For further information and for a link to the application, visit https://isbdc.org/u/2020/07/ISBDC_ProjectHope_07-20.pdf.

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Gardeners will meet to exchange seeds, library assisting in inventory %\ 0(/,66$ &+$30$1 &DWDORJLQJ 6XSHUYLVRU Gardeners know winter is the best time to start thinking about gardening. It is time to thumb through seed and bulb catalogs and plan your garden. It is also a great time to get those seeds started, so they will be ready to plant in the spring. National Seed Swap Day is the perfect time to discover new seeds and garden-

ing tips to make that garden better than ever. National Seed Swap Day is the last Saturday in January. Jan. 30 is this year’s seed swap day. Seed swaps are events where gardeners meet to exchange seeds. Seeds were one of the first commodities valued and traded. Today, modern gardeners collect and exchange seeds for many reasons ranging from cultivating rare, heirloom varieties to basic thrift. It is an act of giving and the ul-

timate form of recycling. What is an heirloom plant? A variety that has existed through open pollination and seed saving techniques for more than 50 years. Heirlooms are resilient, genetically stable, and resistant to local disease. Washington Gardener Magazine organized the first Seed Swap Day and held it Jan. 26, 2006. It was a hit, so they did it again the following year. It took off after that and soon every gardener was celebrat-

ing and swapping seeds. Seed swaps give a lot back to any community. It is an opportunity for gardeners of all levels of ability to get together and share tips on how to grow an efficient and eco-friendly garden. Swaps are a great way to get free or low-cost seed and gardening supplies. It is always a fantastic way to meet new people with common interests as well as share gardening tips and unique ideas with each other.

Warsaw Community Public Library began a seed library in October 2020. We have an inventory list to assist you as you scan our collection. You do not need a library card to use our seed library. We also take donations. If you have questions about our seed library or wish to donate seeds or pick-up seeds during our curbside hours, please call the library at (574) 267-6011, ext. 3 and a staff member will be happy to assist you.

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LaunchPad partners with ECA to bring Bright by Text Kosciusko County’s Child Care and Early Learning Coalition, also known as LaunchPad, announced it is partnering with Early Childhood Alliance to broadcast awareness about Bright by Text, a program offering free text messages to parents and caregivers across the region. Bright by Text delivers expert tips, educational games and ageappropriate learning resources to help guide the development of children from prenatal through age 8. The free texting service, made possible by local support from the PNC Foundation and Ambassador Enterprises, will be available in English and Spanish. Families, regardless of income level, will qualify for free text messages. The service also is available to child care providers, foster parents and extended

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&85%6,'( 6(59,&( “ Grace College student Alissa Jagger receives tax documents from a participant of the curbside VITA program. Photo provided.

VITA program provides free curbside tax returns The Grace College School of Business prepares for its 12th year of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. The program provides free tax preparation to elderly, disabled and lower-income individuals filing a basic tax return. This year, to prioritize safety, it will be conducted curbside in the lower level parking lot of the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center, 610 Wooster Road, Winona Lake. The event will be from Jan. 29 through the end of March. “Due to the pandemic, we were faced with a decision: Do we conduct VITA this year or not? As we weighed the options, we recognized that many individuals that rely on Grace to assist in their tax preparation — it’s just too important not to provide,” said Dr. Al Grossnickle, associate professor of business and director of the William P. Gordon Institute of Enterprise Development at Grace College. “However, we want everyone involved to feel safe, so we determined that having a curbside service was the best decision for our community.” Since 2010, the institute and United Way of Kosciusko County have sponsored the IRS-endorsed VITA program in the county. The program has brought more than $2.6 million in refunds to Kosciusko County residents since its inception. Volunteers, including Grace College business students and professors and certified public accountants make the service possible in Kosciusko County. Each student enrolled in the federal income tax class is required to volunteer with VITA for 20 hours, but all business students are able to earn applied learning credits through volunteering. This year,

BMV to close for two hours All Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicle branches will close for two hours from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, to engage in planned programing intended to foster a diverse, highly skilled and professional workforce. All branches will resume regularly scheduled business hours at 10:30 a.m. For a complete list of branch locations and hours, to complete an online transaction or to find a 24-hour BMV Connect kiosk near you, visit www.in.gov/bmv.

Alissa Jagger and Anna Steely have stepped up to think through a COVID-safe delivery. Jagger, a second-year VITA volunteer and student leader, explained how the process differs from past years. “Participants will never step foot in the MOCC this year,” she said. “A Grace student will come to the car, receive all of the necessary documents, and take them inside to the tax preparers. While the taxes are being done, participants can wait in their car or run errands while their taxes are being completed.” Steely, also a second-year VITA volunteer and student leader, expressed why this opportunity has been beneficial. “I appreciate the opportunity to gain real-life, hands-on business skills and to help people in the community. It’s wonderful to be able to provide tangible assistance to members of the community who can benefit from our help,” Steely said. VITA appointments can be made via phone at (574) 372-5100, ext. 6122 or by email to vitataxes@ grace.edu. Appointments are available from noon to 4:15 p.m. Monday and Friday, from 1-4:45 p.m. Wednesday, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

Kip Tom, Leesburg, is on his way home after spending close to two years in Rome as ambassador and U.S. Representative to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture. His term was to serve at the pleasure of the president for a minimum of two years. Tom posted on Facebook Tuesday, Jan. 19, that at noon, Jan. 20, his service to the USUN Mission in Rome, Italy, would end. Tom was confirmed by the U.S. Senate April 12, 2019, for his position with the USUN Mission. He filled a position that had been vacant since Aug. 9, 2016. According to Tom’s Facebook page he had a great start to a long trip home. He was surprised and honored by Dr. Yaya Adisa Olaitan Olaniran of Nigeria “whom came to wish me off at ceremonial receiving at the airport in Rome. Yaya is a great example of an ambassador that dedicates his efforts to improve food security and seek peace and security globally. A true friend that shares that we have much more work to do together.” Tom also posted he departed through the airport in Rome with a few of his security team and the U.S. Embassy expediters — all a part of his Rome family. “I said thank you and we said farewell, not goodbye. There’s more work to be done. Proud to serve the United States of America. God bless.” The U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture is the head of the U.S. Mission to the UN Agencies in Rome, Italy, and thus the U.S. ambassador to the three United Nations agencies for food and agriculture located in Rome: the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the International Fund for Agricultural Development and the World Food Programme. One formal title of this position is United States Representative to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture with the rank of ambassador during his tenure of service. Tom was recommended for the appointment by U.S. Sen. Todd Young. His nomination noted his agribusiness experience work in North America, South America, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

$ 68535,6( 6(1' 2)) ³ Dr. Yaya Adisa Olaitan Olaniran of Nigeria is shown with Kip Tom at a ceremonial receiving at the airport in Rome. Tom÷s term as ambassador and U.S. Representative to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture, ended at noon Wednesday, Jan. 20. Tom served on the boards of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, the Future Farmers of America Foundation, and the National 4-H Foundation. He is the recipient of the 2015 Agriculture Future of America Ag Leader of the Year Award. Tom grew up on his family’s farm in the community his ancestors homesteaded in 1837. Seven generations of Tom’s family have farmed that land. Tom started as a production technician in the family business and worked his way up to assistant director of production and supply management where he lead the company’s growth and expansion of production. In 1985, Tom led Tom Farms’ engagement into seed production for and in a little more than a decade, grew Tom Farms into one of the largest U.S. contract seed producers while bringing seed production opportunities to other farmers across northern Indiana. By 1992, he began seed corn production consulting services in Latin America by working with companies to improve yields, increase efficiencies and shorten the timeline in the supply channel in Southern Hemisphere seed production. In 2000, he led the

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Local students named to dean’s list DePauw University fall 2020 dean’s list recognizes students who achieve a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. The following local students were named to the dean’s list: Cromwell — Elijah Gum-Hales Leesburg — Grant Knight, Richard Sanchez Syracuse — Michael Aikin Warsaw — Claire Hubner Bucknell University Bucknell University has released the dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2020-21 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list

recognition. The following students have achieved dean’s list status: Winona Lake — Donovan DeBoest Southeast Missouri State University Sophie Bussard of Silver Lake has been named to the Southeast Missouri State University dean’s list for academic achievement during the fall 2020 semester. Students named to the list earned at least a 3.75 grade point average on a 4.0 scale, completed at least 12 hours of standard graded credit, achieved no grade below a B and received no failing grades in enrolled, credit/no credit or pass/ fail courses.

(/9,'*( 352027,21 ³ Christopher Elvidge has been promoted to engineering and tech service manager for PigTek, according to Greg Bodak, vice president and general manager of the CTB Inc. business unit. Elvidge÷s responsibilities in this position include helping with the development of new products and the modiflcation of existing products to meet customer needs. He will also assist PigTek÷s Tech Service department with customer support. Elvidge has been employed with CTB since 2005. During this time, he has held the positions of welder, planner, technical service, sales and system engineering manager. He has a degree in electrical engineering from ITT Technical Institute, Fort Wayne. A native of Claypool, Elvidge currently resides in Albion. Photo provided.

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station relays along the circuit to support continued system safety and reliability to customers in Kosciusko County, Henning said. There will be some minimal service interruptions as crews switch over to the new system. Customers who are directly affected by the electric service interruption will be notified ahead of time to plan accordingly. Work will take place from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and is expected to last until December, weather permitting. Robert Henry Corp., South Bend, and ARC American, Wakarusa, are the contractors for the work. Some evening and weekend work may occur throughout the duration of the upgrade to honor customer and project schedules. Detour routes and signage will be posted ahead of time. Flaggers will be on-site directing traffic during construction hours.

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and decided to try his luck as an artist in Paris, France. He created 33 oils very quickly and sold them in order to pay for his expenses to get to Paris. Only one of these oils has been found but he reached his goal when he arrived in March of 1846 at 20. As a student at the school of Beaux-Arts, Bouguereau filled his life with art. He had formal training and watched anatomical procedures and learned about historical attire along with archeology. He became proficient in the realistic, academic style. He started winning fabulous awards, such as The Prix de Rome. He excelled in paintings of females and created work with classical studies and mythological basis. His work was very popular both in the U.S. and France; find his work in the Detroit Art Museum. He continued to receive numerous honors, along with the ability to acquire high prices for his efforts. Then, his work began to be attacked by those artists, who preferred impressionism. Due to this, he eventually fell out of favor, especially after his death. Later, at the whim of society, as so often happens, Bouguereau’s work attained a revival of popularity and is now appreciated for the excellent craftsman he was. His work is now recognized for the quality he achieved. Critics applaud his ability when viewing one of his masterpieces. We have received two paintings from Erwin Farms that were done by Ruth Martin. I am doing research on Martin in case anyone has information about her.

187 *$7+(5(56 “ William Bouguereau is an artist who went in and out of style. He did this masterpiece titled ”The Nut Gatherers.‘ Photo provided. The paintings will be put into the Lakeland Art Association permanent collection, once I am finished with the research. Email me at mcdar7@gmail.com if you can add to her story.

Thank you Rita Erwin and Erwin Farms for thinking of the art association. Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery is closed due to COVID. Therefore, Al Disbro’s photography

artwork can be seen on city hall’s website, warsaw.in.gov. Lakeland Art Association will be opening Wednesday, Feb. 3, with an exhibit by Bill Shewman. More on this artist next week.

Mobile food distribution this week The Food Bank of Northern Indiana will host a mobile food distribution in Kosciusko County this week. It is from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Jan. 28, at First Baptist Church, 206 S. Oak St., Mentone. This distribution is provided

through COVID-19 grant funding through Feeding America, and will serve up to 400 households. Assorted food items are offered free of charge. All items are pre-boxed and pre-bagged. First come, first served, for those in need of food assistance, are of-

fered free of charge, while supplies last. One box per household. Distributions are drive-thru. Remain in the vehicle and open the trunk to receive items. An area will be available for selfloading if the trunk does not open.

Grace College partners with JPU Grace College and John Patrick University of Health and Applied Sciences, South Bend, are partnering to offer Grace College students a Bachelor of Science in medical imaging degree. Grace students can enroll in the program accredited by the joint review committee on education in radiologic technology this spring. Grace’s addition of the degree comes in response to an increased need for medical imaging technicians in the nation, specifically in Kosciusko County, to face the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and an aging population. “Only a handful of Christian colleges and universities in the country are offering medical imaging degrees, and now, Grace College is one of them,” said Dr. Joseph Frentzel, chair of the department of science and mathematics at Grace. The medical imaging program prepares students to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists examination and offers students specializations in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine and sonography. “Grace College and JPU have worked very closely to develop this innovative agreement designed to benefit Grace’s students,” said JPU President Brent Murphy. “I have found working with Grace to be very rewarding as our vision, passion and values

are well aligned. This alignment has allowed us to create unique opportunities in niche disciplines that are being underserved in today’s challenging health care markets.” Grace students will take the Grace College core liberal arts curriculum and general math and science courses, but the medical imaging-specific courses will be taught by JPU faculty. “It’s important for prospective students to understand that JPU is a top-tier applied science institution,” said Frentzel. “President Murphy himself is a medical physicist, who has spent years working in the radiographic sciences, training doctors and technicians on the proper use of imaging equipment. His extensive network of clinical rotations sites for students includes locations right here in Warsaw.” The partners are exploring a variety of other opportunities involving additional bachelor’s degree options for Grace College students, professional certificates and graduate course offerings. “Grace is excited to bring this novel expertise to our students where they can learn from leaders in the field, while maintaining the Christian college experience for which Grace is renowned,” said Frentzel. For more information on the program, visit www.grace.edu/ major/medical-imaging-major or contact Joe Frentzel at frentzjw@ grace.edu.

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After many struggles from a 1982 car accident and a short battle with COVID-19, Janet Pressler, Goshen, entered heaven and the presence of her Savior Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021. Born in Warsaw Oct. 24, 1949, Janet grew up in Albion and was married in Auburn. She had four children and lived most of her adult life in -$1(7 Elkhart County. She enjoyed bird watching, grow35(66/(5 ing geraniums, reading and nature. Having believed in Christ as her personal savior in her late 20s, she actively grew as best she could in her Christian walk through prayer, Bible reading and attending a variety of churches in Elkhart County. She especially enjoyed Elkhart County’s Child Evangelism ministries and often hosted five-day clubs in the summer. Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Mabel Butler; an infant brother; and most recently, her older sister, Alice Bauman. She is survived by her four children, Teresa (Jeff) Carrillo and their children, Kendra, Lance, Trey and Kara; Jeremy (Jenny) Pressler and their children, Lauren and Kylie; Jason (Kristie) Pressler and their children, Kinslyn and Westen; Daniel (Sondra) Pressler and their children, Keegan and Gunner. She is also survived by three brothers and a sister. Visitation and services were held Friday, Jan. 22, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. Jeffrey M. Carrillo, son-in-law, officiated. Burial followed in Greider-Oak Grove Cemetery, North Webster. Memorials may be given to Child Evangelism Ministries by Elkhart County. Online condolences may be shared at www.yoderculpfuneralhome. com.

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David K. Williams, 83, Warsaw, passed away at 4:58 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, in Warsaw Meadows Care Center. He was born Dec. 8, 1937, in Chicago, Ill., to Lewis R. and Stephanie (Palubinski) Williams. He was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County, moving to the area at age 1 in 1938. He was '$9,' . a graduate of Warsaw Community High School. :,//,$06 David proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1955 to 1963 during the Vietnam War. He was employed at DePuy Synthes with 34 years of service, retiring in 1996. He was a lifetime member of the Moose Lodge, Warsaw. David is survived by nephews, Ted and Terry Williams; and longtime friend, DeWayne Wood of North Manchester. He was preceded in death by both parents and one brother, John R. Williams. A public visitation was held Monday, Jan. 25, at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 29, with Pastor Tim Lee, at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, with military honors rendered by American Legion Post 49. Due to current COVID-19 recommendations, masks are required. The public is kindly requested to provide their own. Social distancing is strongly encouraged. No food is permitted at this time. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959. To sign the guestbook or send a condolence, go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com.

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Lenora Fay Penn, 73, Silver Lake, passed away Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was born June 20, 1947, in Lenore, W.Va., to Sarah Elizabeth (Evans) Coburn. Fay’s father, Elijah Coburn, passed away before she was born. At age 21, Fay married Earl Thomas Bertram /(125$ )$< and had two children, Tammy and Thelma. On 3(11 May 20, 1980, she married David A. Penn. The two were wed for 21 years before David passed away Nov. 18, 2001. Fay was lucky to find love again and she spent many years with her longtime companion, Wedd Miller, before he passed away April 13, 2014. Fay worked as a CNA for many years at various retirement homes. She also spent most of her time as a homemaker and enjoyed going to the Silver Lake Lions Club to play cards and enjoy meals with friends. She loved being social and always made friends anywhere she went. She relished in her time in the garden tending to her plants, but most of all she loved playing rummy and rook with her family and friends. She always wanted the best for her family and many times she told them what was best for them. When her health allowed, she enjoyed fishing, playing with her dogs, singing karaoke and going out to eat. Although Fay suffered many heartbreaks in her life, she always considered herself fortunate to meet so many wonderful people and serve the Lord. She was a member of the Early Apostolic Bible Training Center, Claypool, where she enjoyed singing and worshiping. The loving memory of Lenora Fay Penn will be forever cherished by her daughters, Tammy Prater, Liberty Mills, and Thelma (Rick) Ehrick, Silver Lake; brother, Kelly (April) Coburn, Claypool; six grandchildren, David (Charlotte) Miller, Silver Lake, Alyssa (Chad) Careins, Markle, Phoenix (Annalea) Goad, Fort Wayne, Derek (Morgan) Miller, Mitchell, Kameron (Dacey) Miller, Syracuse, and Dakota Prater, Liberty Mills; three great-grandchildren; and many friends. Fay was preceded in death by her parents; husband, David A. Penn; longtime companion, Wedd Miller; two brothers; and two sisters. Family and friends may call from 3-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29, at the Early Apostolic Bible Training Center, 6836 SR 15, Claypool. Funeral services will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, with calling one hour prior at the Early Apostolic Bible Training Center. Pastor Dean Ealey will officiate. Burial will be held at Oakwood Cemetery, 421 N. Maple Ave., Warsaw. For those who wish to honor the memory of Lenora Fay Penn, memorial contributions may be made to the Early Apostolic Bible Training Center, 1269 S. 400W, Warsaw, IN 46580. The family has entrusted McKee Mortuary with final arrangements.

Carol A. Bahney Carol A. Bahney, 80, Rochester, formerly of Akron, died at 4:14 a.m. Jan. 20, 2021. She was born June 7, 1940. On Nov. 27, 1981, she married Marvin G. Bahney. He preceded her in death July 10, 2012. Surviving are daughters, Kelly Shambarger, Centerville, Ohio, Lela Nash, Warsaw, Lory Headdy, Fort Wayne, and Jill Pugh, Rochester; sons, Chuck Shambarger, Jackson, N.J., Marty Bahney, Winona Lake, and Ty Bahney, Rochester; several grandchildren and greatgrandchildren; and brothers, Raymond Crousore, Cincinnati, Ohio, Paul Crousore and George Marquis, both of Florida, and Mike Marquis, Fort Wayne. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Interment was in Akron Cemetery. Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron, was in charge of arrangements.

Jacqueline D. Bajza Jacqueline D. “Jackie” Bajza, 50, Pierceton, died at 1:40 p.m. Jan. 23, 2021. Arrangements are currently pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster.

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Harrison “Bussie” Castle, 86, Claypool, died at 10:15 a.m. Jan. 22, 2021. He was born June 13, 1934. On July 12, 1955, he married Minnie Josephine Martin. She preceded him in death Oct. 18, 2006. Surviving are sons, Elbert Harrison Castle, Claypool, and Rodney Lee Castle, Warsaw; seven grand-

children; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister, Bonnie Stambaugh, Leesburg, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, at GrandstaffHentgen Funeral Service, 1241 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Burial will be in Memorial Lawns Cemetery, Wabash. Friends may call one hour prior to the service Wednesday at the funeral home. The family requests facial coverings be worn.

Sandra E. Craddock Sandra Eileen Craddock, 77, Fernandina Beach, Fla., died Jan. 15, 2021. She was born June 25, 1943. On Feb. 28, 1964, she married Clayton Elmer Craddock, who preceded her in death. She is survived by a daughter, Rhonda Yates, Fernandina Beach, Fla.; three grandchildren; a brother, James Lackey, Sebring, Fla.; and sisters, Marilyn McSherry, Burket, and Nancy Leedy, Murrels Inlet, S.C. Services were held Jan. 19 at Blackrock Baptist Church, Yulee, Fla. Burial will be in Palestine Cemetery at a later date.

Shane Denny, Akron; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Sandra Nelson, Elkhart, and Peg Fitzpatrick, Claypool; and a sister-in-law, Deanie Allen, Warsaw. No services are planned. Private burial took place in Claypool Cemetery. Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Michael Bradley Emel Michael Bradley Emel, 55, Fort Wayne, died at 2:55 p.m. Jan. 17, 2021. He was born Jan. 5, 1966. He is survived by a daughter, Nanci Elizabeth Emel, Garrett; a son, Nicholas Michael Emel, Fort Wayne; and eight grandchildren. Services were held Jan. 22 at The Pointe Church, Fort Wayne. Burial was in Milford Cemetery. Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse, was in charge of arrangements.

Jeanne Gillenwater Jeanne Foote Gillenwater, 74, Warsaw, died at 3:40 p.m. Jan. 19, 2021. She was born Aug. 31, 1946. On Dec. 21, 1968, she married Randy Kay Gillenwater; they divorced. She is survived by a daughter, Janine Seese, Winona Lake; three grandchildren; an honorary grandson; a sister, Julie Steele, Warsaw; a brother, Robert Foote, Dayton, Ohio; many nieces and nephews; a special daughter, Darla Eigenschink, Fort Wayne; and her cat, Sophie. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, 225 Argonne Road, Warsaw. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, at Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church, 1200 Kings Highway. A graveside service will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Dorothy Diane Hash Dorothy Diane Hash, 81, Pierceton, died at 5:45 a.m. Jan. 13, 2021. She was born July 25, 1939. On June 12, 1982, she married Herbert “Bud” Hash. He preceded her in death Dec. 15, 2015. She is survived by a daughter, Kelly Runyan-Diaz, Denver, Colo.; a son, Bryan Runyan, Warsaw; a stepdaughter, Monique Newman, Powhatan, Va.; a granddaughter; a great-granddaughter; sisters, Connie Keirns, Van Wert, Ohio, and Susan Klepac, Mount Clemens, Mich.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Per Dorothy’s request, no services will be held. Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Larry Lawlor Larry Lawlor, 87, Winona Lake, died at 4:08 a.m. Jan. 21, 2021. He was born June 22, 1933. In 1953, he married Dolly; she survives. Also surviving are his children, Debbie Sutton, Carmel, David Lawlor, Stephen Lawlor and Becki Holladay, all of Warsaw, Larry Lawlor, Fishers, and Laurie, Fort Wayne; a sister, Harriet Thompson; a brother, John Lawlor; 19 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. A private funeral service was held Jan. 26 at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw.A private family graveside service was held at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

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Matthew B. “Matt” Cramer, 31, Warsaw, died at 5:20 p.m. Dec. 16, 2020. Updated services were held Jan. 23 at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster. Private family burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Lawrence “Larry” Lloyd, 74, Winona Lake, died at 1:55 a.m. Jan. 23, 2021. He was born April 29, 1946. On Nov. 3, 1973, he married Kathryn “Kathy” Carpenter Lloyd; she survives. Also surviving are sons, Christopher Lloyd, Winona Lake, and Jonathan Lloyd, Indianapolis; daughters, Marilyn Valentine and Abby Lloyd, both of Warsaw; two grandchildren; and a sister, Nancy Davidson, Australia. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, at Redpath-

Jerry E. Denny Jerry E. Denny, 80, Claypool, died at 10:15 p.m. Jan. 10, 2021. He was born Oct. 7, 1940. On May 23, 1961, he married Alberta Ellen Pontius. She preceded him in death June 7, 2012. He is survived by a daughter, Shanna Baker, Warsaw; a son,

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Fruth Funeral Home, 225 Argonne Road, Warsaw. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, at Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church, 1200 Kings Highway. A graveside service will be held at a later date with military rites at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Brenda Miller Brenda Miller, 64, Warsaw, died at 4:21 p.m. Jan. 16, 2021. Arrangements are currently pending at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.

Nancy J. Melton Nancy J. Melton, 80, Warsaw, died at 8:25 a.m. Jan. 21, 2021. She was born Feb. 10, 1940. On July 27, 1963, she married David Melton; he survives. Also surviving are sons, David Melton Jr. and Nick Melton, both of Warsaw; eight grandchildren; and a brother, Gary Thomas. Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, is assisting the family with private services. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Lawrence Morris Jr. Lawrence H. “Junior” Morris Jr., 94, Fort Wayne, formerly of Syracuse, died at 9:07 p.m. Jan. 22, 2021. Arrangements are currently pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw.

Jess Delmar Poyser Jess Delmar Poyser, 93, Syracuse, formerly of Cromwell, died Jan. 18, 2021. He was born Dec. 19, 1927. On July 13, 1948, he married Annie Mae Kuhn, who preceded him in death in 1999. Surviving are his children, John D. Poyser, Minooka, Ill., Anita Price, North Webster, Alyce M. Evans, Bremen, John Mock, Niles, Mich., and William L. Mock, Stone Lake, Mich.; 19 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Services were held Jan. 22 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial was in Oak Grove Cemetery, North Webster, with military honors.

Denver Prater Denver Prater, 78, Pierceton, died Jan. 16, 2021. He was born Oct. 14, 1942. On Oct. 29, 1960, he married Patsy Tolson; she survives. Also surviving are his children, Rhonda McCleary, Warsaw, Jim Prater, Etna Green, and Scott Prater, Pierceton; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and siblings, Gardis Prater, California, Edna May Slone and Delmar Prater, both of Sidney, and Betty Tolson, Warsaw. Services were held Jan. 21 at Free United Baptist Church, Pierceton. Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton. Heritage Funeral and Cremation Services, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Myron Gene Ridgeway Myron Gene Ridgeway, 82, rural Andrews, died at 12:55 a.m. Jan. 23, 2021. He was born Dec. 1, 1938. On June 26, 1960, he married Linda Miller; she survives. Also surviving are his children, Paula Whiting, North Manchester, and Les Ridgeway, Milford; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Marilyn Shinn, Bunker Hill; and brothers, Merlin Ridgeway, LaFontaine, Mike Ridgeway, Inman, S.C., Brian Ridgeway, Lagro, and Ronnie Garrison, Denver, Colo. Graveside services and burial will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, at Memorial Lawns Cemetery, 1100 Manchester Ave., Wabash. Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, is in charge of arrangements.

Harry F. Ross Jr. Harry Fredrick Ross Jr., 79, died at 1:44 p.m. Jan. 16, 2021.

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COUNTY REPORT He was born Jan. 31, 1941. On Nov. 2, 1968, he married Vicky Lynn Pyke; she survives. He is also survived by a daughter, Krista Busch, Las Vegas, Nev.; a granddaughter; and sisters, Nancy Gebeau, Kokomo, Emily Campos, Port Charlotte, Fla., and Vera Jean Gayheart, The Villages, Fla. A memorial service was held Jan. 20 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Military rites were conducted by members of the American Legion Post 49 and VFW Post 1126, both of Warsaw. Burial will be at a later date in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Michael Jay Saffen Michael Jay Saffen, 67, Warsaw, died Jan. 11, 2021. He was born July 20, 1953. He is survived by his wife, Karen (Dedmon) Saffen; a daughter, Tanya Smith; a brother, Steve Saffen; and two grandchildren. Services will be held at a later date. Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Steven S. Smale Steven S. “Steve” Smale, 71, Warsaw, died Jan. 12, 2021. He was born June 8, 1949. Surviving are sons, Steven “Scott” Smale Jr., Elkhart, and Adam Smale, Goshen; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; his mother, Paula Dailey, Elkhart; sisters, Shelley McCarthy, Aptos, Calif., and Connie Kujawa, Vandalia, Mich.; and brothers, Fred Smale, Fort Collin, Colo., Tim Smale, Elkhart, and Greg Smale, Citra, Fla. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Thomas Mason Tuttle Thomas Mason Tuttle, 81, Indianapolis, died Jan. 15, 2021. He was born Feb. 18, 1939. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Jane Galloway Tuttle; sons, Thomas M. Tuttle II, Syracuse, and Michael G. Tuttle, Indianapolis; daughters, Terri K. Tuttle, Indianapolis, and Jennifer Tuttle Blattler, Las Vegas, Nev.; four grandchildren; and a brother, Carl R. Tuttle Jr., Dallas, Texas. Services were held at Crown Hill Cemetery for immediate family. Leppert Mortuary, Indianapolis, was in charge of arrangements.

Leslie Ann Valentine Leslie Ann Valentine, 60, Warsaw, formerly of Pierceton, died at 8:47 p.m. Jan. 21, 2021. She was born Aug. 14, 1960. Surviving are siblings, Margaret Ward, Janet Meloy and Terry Valentine; three nieces; three nephews; 12 great-nieces; one great-greatniece; and one great-great-nephew. Services were held Jan. 26 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. Interment was in Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton.

Cynthia S. VanKersen Cynthia “Cindy” S. Sitts VanKersen, 56, Akron, died at 11:33 a.m. Jan. 22, 2021. She was born Oct. 9, 1964. Surviving are her children, Dale “D.J.” Shepherd, Rochester, and Shannon Shepherd, Niles, Mich.; six grandchildren; her father, Billy Sitts, Warsaw; siblings, Peggy Anglin, Akron, and Billy Sitts Jr., Cromwell; and loving papa and companion, Todd VanKersen, Galesburg, Mich. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29, at Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 W. Rochester St., Akron. Masks will be required for all who are in attendance. Interment will take place in Akron Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, at the funeral home.

Eloyce N. Van Lue Eloyce N. Van Lue, 90, Goshen, formerly of Syracuse, died at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24, 2021.

Arrangements are currently pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Filemon Velazquez-Coyomani Filemon Velazquez-Coyomani, 42, Warsaw, died at 10:32 a.m. Jan. 19, 2021. He was born Nov. 22, 1978. In November 2013, he married Rosario Perez; she survives. Also surviving are daughters, Lizbeth, Kimberly and Brenda Velazquez, all of Warsaw; a son, David Velazquez, Warsaw; his mother, Saturnina Coyomani, Mexico; sisters, Norma and Margarita Velazquez, both of Warsaw, Claudia, Isabel and Marcela Velazquez, all of Mexico; brothers, Rene Velazquez, Warsaw, and Ricardo Velazquez, Mexico; and many nieces and nephews. A private family mass was held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Warsaw. A private graveside service was held at Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Barbara Yoder Barbara Yoder, 86, Etna Green, died at 11:15 p.m. Jan. 20, 2021. She was born July 30, 1934. On April 7, 1959, she married Melvin J. Yoder. He preceded her in death March 6, 2016. Surviving are her children, Lloyd Yoder, Goshen, LaMar Yoder and Lavon Yoder, both of Nappanee, Linda Yoder and Lauren Chupp, both of Etna Green, Leora Burkholder and Lynn Yoder, both of Wakarusa, and Karen Higgins, Woodbury, Tenn.; 16 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers, Melvin Stutzman, Etna Green, Ervin Stutzman and Glenn Stutzman, both of Nappanee; sisters, Inez Slabaugh, Brown City, Mich., Mary Schmucker, Macy, and Edna Schwartz, New Paris; a brother-in-law, Elmer Yoder, Goshen; sisters-in-law, Martha Miller and Elizabeth Hochstetler, both of Nappanee, and Mary Chupp, Etna Green. Services were held Jan. 24 at the Merlin Yoder residence. Burial was in West Union Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Glenn L. Young Glenn L. Young, 74, Nappanee, died at 8:42 p.m. Jan. 18, 2021. He was born May 29, 1946. Surviving are his children, Kristen Bennett, Dunlap, Lindsay Young, Nappanee, and Travis Young, Mountain Home, Idaho;two grandchildren; sisters, Cheryl Ramer, Goshen, and Faith Shambaugh, Warsaw; and a brother, Doyle Young, Bourbon. A memorial service was held Jan. 22 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, with military rites by Nappanee American Legion Post 154.

Births Adeline Lynae Peters Rob and Melissa Peters, Warsaw, are the parents of a daughter, Adeline Lynae, born at 2:31 p.m. Jan. 22, 2021, at Goshen Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, 7.4 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.

Court News Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Erin M. Anson, $6,932.59; v. Melinda Barley, $8,000; v. Nicole Clark, $8,000; v. Brandon Edwards, $8,000; v. Kagen Hale, $8,000; v. Destiny Rice, $8,000; v. Zachary Shull, $8,000; v. Susan Stark, $8,000 SAC Finance Inc. v. Ralphetta Briddle, $8,000; v. Doris Henley, $4,124.38 Dale DeGroff v. Laura and Roger Parker, $270

Civil Collections The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher Kehler presiding: Cavalry SPVI, LLC v. Bryan Albright, $721.12 LVNV Funding LLC v. Melissa Baker, $881.71; v. Robert Tate, $890.43 Communitywide Federal Credit Union v. David Bowers, $8,993.49 Ranger Materials Corp. v. F/D/B/A Holiday Inn Express, Lake City Hospitality LLC, $5,982 Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Kellie Gillenwater, $779.43; v. Angela Moore, $10,234.77 Heritage Acceptance Corp. v. Jose Matamoros, $7,969.66 Discover Bank C/O Discover Products Inc. v. Maricela Melendez, $6,705.32 Citibank N.A. v. Katrina Platt, $4,907.93

Plenaries The following plenaries have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding: Barrington Hills Property Owners Association Inc. v. Matthew Lancia Signature Homes LLC, $4,900.78

Superior Court II The following infractions have

been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court II, Judge Torrey Bauer presiding: Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Morgan Hepler, Milford, $25; Dallas Schmucker, Bourbon, $25 Multiple credential holds — Carlos Hernandez, Warsaw, $160.50 Failure of driver to use safety belt — Hugo Bautista Romo, Warsaw, $25 Learner’s permit violation — Gerardo Gonzalez Ahualt, Warsaw, $160.50; Yolanda Mata Rios, Roann, $160.50; Megan Method, Warsaw, $160.50 Speeding — Kennedie Paul, Warsaw, $160.50; Jaycee Logan, Syracuse, $160.50; Steven Wiggs, Syracuse, $160.50; Dale Lehman, Pierceton, $160.50; Kevinn Cardona Rios, Warsaw, $160.50 Failure to possess hunting license while hunting — Michael Stacey, Warsaw, $160 Operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility — Kristina Blue, Warsaw, $160.50 Operating a motor vehicle with a false plate — Amy Butler, Warsaw, $160.50 Improper or no tail or plate light — Mauricio Ursua-Romero, Warsaw, $160

Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk of the Court Ann Torpy:

Nakasen-Nakasen Jennifer A. Nakasen, 35, Syracuse, and Phomma Nakasen, 39, Syracuse

Hernandez-Cacahua Arturo Valazquez Hernandez, 22, Warsaw, and Jasmin Estefani Cacahua, 19, Warsaw

Jeckert-Dull Kerry Jeckert, 28, Syracuse, and Brittany Dull, 27, Syracuse

Winter coyote sightings are no cause for alarm Seeing coyotes, especially during winter, is normal and should not cause alarm. Coyotes become more active during winter. Young coyotes are leaving their parents to find a new home, making them more visible. In January, coyotes will also be looking to breed, making them even more active. Bare vegetation also increases people’s chances of catching a glimpse. Where people are, coyotes follow. Coyotes like to eat animals and plants that thrive around yards and homes. Their diet includes rabbits, mice, fruit and squirrels. They thrive around people because of the abundant food that comes with human development. Coyotes are a common member of Indiana’s urban wildlife community, as are raccoons, red foxes and opossums. Seeing a coyote is not necessarily cause for concern. They are common everywhere in the state, even in urban areas like downtown Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and South Bend. Coyotes are an important part of Indiana’s wildlife community and provide benefits by helping control rodent populations and cleaning up carrion. Problems between coyotes and people are uncommon. To prevent them, be proactive by removing food and water sources, keeping pets leashed or contained, and trying to scare a coyote when you see it. Follow these quick tips for making your yard less attractive

to coyotes: • Clean up fallen fruit from trees or gardens. • Keep garbage secure. • Make sure pet food and treats are not left outside. • Take down bird feeders if you see a coyote around your yard; they could be attracted to the rodents eating the seeds. • Never intentionally feed a coyote; it could lose its fear of people. If you see a coyote, try to make it uncomfortable: • Yell. • Wave your arms. • Spray it with a hose. • Throw tennis balls or small stones, but don’t throw anything that could be food, like apples. • Carry a jar of coins or a small air horn to make noise. • Making a coyote feel unwelcome around people can help it maintain its natural fear of humans. Never corner or chase a coyote — they should always have a clear escape path to get away from you. • Keep pets leashed, in a kennel with a secure top, or indoors to reduce the possibility of a negative interaction with any wildlife, including coyotes. Find more information about coyotes, including factsheets and a webinar, at wildlife.IN.gov/5688. htm. Other webinar resources, including tips for maintaining positive interactions with wildlife in general, can be found at on.IN.gov/ fishwilded.

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simple steps will help you hire one who will serve you well.” DOR offers several tips on choosing a tax preparer: • Confirm the preparer’s service fee before the return is prepared. Avoid preparers who base their fee on the expected refund amount. • Ask the preparer for references and check their professional credentials. Ask friends or family who have previously used the preparer if they were satisfied with the services provided. • Check to see if the preparer has any complaints with the Better Business Bureau, the state’s

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“A reputable tax preparer will ask multiple questions to determine which deductions or credits you may qualify for, and instruct you to keep careful and complete records to confirm the information contained on your tax return,” added Commissioner Grennes. “They will also sign the return with their PTIN.” Several professional organizations can help Hoosiers find quality and qualified tax preparers. Find a list of organizations on DOR’s website at dor.in.gov/individualincome-taxes/filing-my-taxes/finda-professional-tax-preparer/.

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Wearing a life jacket is especially important when on the ice. If you fall through, a life jacket will keep your head above the water until help arrives. Remember the coatings of snow that Indiana receives can also make for treacherous ice conditions. The snow can insulate the ice, causing it to freeze at a slower rate. When snow and rain freeze into ice, it is never as strong as solid, clear ice. Some other tips: • If you see a pet or other animal in distress on the ice, do not go on the ice after it. Doing so can often end in tragedy. Instead, contact your local

emergency response personnel, who are equipped to make a rescue. • Remember some bodies of water will appear to be frozen solid but can have thin ice in several potentially unexpected areas. • Flowing water, such as rivers and streams, should be avoided when covered by a layer of ice. • Water surrounded by sand may freeze with inconsistencies in the thickness of the ice. • Underground springs, wind, waterfowl and other animals can also keep areas of ice thin. Enjoy the winter weather but make safety a priority.

INDOT provides insight on pre-treatment of state roadways In addition to the Indiana Department of Transportation’s snow and ice removal operations during winter storm events, the agency also pre-treats roadways with brine solution prior to winter weather if conditions allow. This typically occurs 24 to 48 hours before precipitation begins to give time for crews to apply brine solution and time for it to dry and adhere to the surface of the road. Below are answers to some frequently asked questions about pretreatment of state roadways. What Is Brine? Salt brine is an anti-icing solution made up of water and 23.3 percent salt that is used to prevent snow and ice from bonding to pavement. Brine is effective at temperatures as low as -5 degrees Fahrenheit and can be mixed with other chemicals to lower the freezing point if necessary. Compared to salt, brine is fairly inexpensive at just pennies on the dollar. Brine solution also stays in place better and longer than salt crystals because it is applied as a liquid and stays where it is directed. Solid salt crystals can bounce off the road as they are spread along a route. Why Does INDOT Pre-treat Roadways? INDOT pre-treats roadways ahead of winter weather to prevent snow and ice from bonding to pavement and creating slick spots. Pre-treatment occurs 24 to 48 hours prior to a weather event, even when temperatures are above freezing to provide an extra layer of protection, which makes clean-up easier once precipitation starts to fall. Brining also is used as a preventative measure for frost and/or freezing fog that occurs when temperatures, high humidity, low cloud cover, and low wind can create hazardous conditions, especially on elevated surfaces and bridges.

How Long Does It Take To Pre-treat Roadways? Individual snow routes are typically 1 and 1/2 to three hours in length. It takes an INDOT unit approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete all routes prior to a storm. Does Rain Wash Away Brine After It’s Been Applied? If temperatures are above freezing as a weather system approaches, rain may fall before changing to snow or ice. Light rain (amounts up to 0.4 inch) will not wash away brine from a surface if it has had time to completely dry and adhere to the roadway. Forecasted rain totals are taken into consideration when deciding whether or not to pre-treat. How Is The Decision Made To Pre-Treat Roads? Prior to a weather event, INDOT utilizes a maintenance decision sup-

port system that provides weather forecasts, pavement temperatures and recommendations on treating various surfaces. During an event, INDOT relies on reports from the field in addition to forecasts and MDSS when making treatment decisions. Predictions of accumulating snow and ice are main reasons why INDOT may pre-treat a roadway, but freezing fog and heavy frost are also scenarios where pre-treatment is effective. This is general information regarding pre-treatment of state roadways and may vary slightly depending upon specific conditions in a geographic area. In addition, bridges, overpasses and elevated surfaces may be treated more heavily as they tend to freeze first. For more information about INDOT winter operations, visit www. indotwinterops.com.

PUBLIC AUCTIONS In light of precautions due to the COVID-19 virus, we encourage our readers to check auctioneers’ websites for sale status updates. At press time, the following were scheduled:

Real Estate Auction 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, at 7420 11th Road, Inwood (from downtown Bourbon, west on Lincoln Highway 4¾ miles to intersection with 11th Road; property is at intersection). Home with adjoining lots, offered in two tracts. Metzger Property Svcs.

Consignment Auction 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, at Polk Auction Co., 72435 SR 15, New Paris (on corner with US 6). Late model agriculture and construction equipment.

Historic Properties Timed online-only auction, Friday, Feb. 5, through 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, at schraderauction.com. Brick schoolhouse and late-1800s brick home with barns, in two tracts, located at 1108 W. 100N, Albion (from US 33, 2½ miles

south of Kimmell, turn west on CR 100N and go 4 miles; property is at intersection with Wolf Lake Road) and 0413 N. 375W, Albion (north of town of Wolf Lake near Upper Long Lake: from US 33, west on CR 100N 1½ miles to CR 375W; then south ½ mile). Everett Troyer estate, owner. Auction manager Gary Bailey

Vining Trust Land Auction 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, at Mt. Tabor Church of God, 8424 N. 800W, Nappanee. (From town, 5½ miles south of town on SR 19 to four-way stop at CR 900N where SR 19 turns west; continue south as road becomes CR 800W; location is ½ mile after intersection. From US 30, just east of Hoffman Lake by fireworks shop, turn north onto CR 800W; continue 6 miles.) Total 365 acres in nine tracts in Etna Township. Buyer to receive cash rent for 2021 crop year. Lowell and Doris Vining Trust, owner. Hahn Auctioneers, auction manager Brian Wuthrich

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Banks recognized as Veteran of the Month %\ /($+ 6$1'(5 6WDII :ULWHU Joseph E. “Joe” Banks III was honored as January’s Kosciusko County Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting Tuesday, Jan. 19 meeting. Banks was given a plaque by County Veteran Affairs Officer Rich Maron. Maron also read Banks’ biography. Banks served in the U.S. Navy, Naval Reserve and Indiana Air National Guard. Banks is from Cleveland, Ohio, originally. His parents are Joseph and Anna Banks, and he was born June 7, 1939. He had a brother, Ernest, who passed away at age 58. He is a graduate of John Adams High School in Cleveland and he completed an electronics program at DeVry Tech in Chicago. Banks joined the Navy in 1957. He went to the U.S. Naval Training Center at Great Lakes, Ill., for boot camp and electronics training. He was stationed on three ships afterward: the USS Northampton, USS Little Rock and USS Boston.

He serviced the radar on the ships, which were intended to protect the East Coast. Banks was honorably discharged in 1962. He also married Constance Banks that year. The couple has three children: two boys and one girl. Banks returned to military service by joining the Naval Reserve in Cleveland in 1964. He trained recruits on using electronics for six years until being honorably discharged. Banks then got his Bachelor of Arts from Cleveland State University, having studied political science and basic business. He worked for White Motor Corp. until he saw they were headed toward bankruptcy. He then began working at Zimmer in 1980, which brought the family to Warsaw. Banks continued his military service by joining the Air National Guard’s 122nd Fighter Wing based out of Fort Wayne in 1982. He achieved the rank of master sergeant and was in charge of safety, making sure the Fighter

Wing complied with Air Force Occupational Safety and Health regulations. He retired in 1996, with more than 20 years of military service.

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LARE grants address water quality concerns Kosciusko County SWCD administered two Lake and River Enhancement land treatment grants in 2020 and will begin a new grant in 2021. LARE grants were awarded through the Indiana Department of Natural Resources-Division of Fish and Wildlife. These funds help implement conservation practices that enhance soil health and improve water quality. In collaboration with The Watershed Foundation, SWCD received $15,000 (2018 award) to assist landowners in the Upper Tippecanoe River Watershed and $50,000 (2019 award) to assist landowners in the Walnut Creek Watershed. The partnership was also awarded a 2021 grant of $25,000 for continued work in the Walnut Creek Watershed. The goal of the Division of Fish and Wildlife’s Lake and River Enhancement section is to protect and enhance aquatic habitat for fish and wildlife, to insure the continued viability of Indiana’s publicly accessible lakes and streams for multiple uses, including recreational opportunities. This is accomplished through measures that reduce non-point sediment and nutrient pollution of surface waters to a level that meets or surpasses state water quality standards. Projects funded to date included: WASCOBs (water and sediment control basins), blind inlets, grassed waterways, pollinator habitat restoration, hayland plantings and cover crops.

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SWCD welcomes Woolley to its team Staci Woolley is the new office manager at the SWCD. She graduated from Olivet Nazarene University in 2018 with a Bachelor’s of Science in environmental science and a minor in geology. During her college years, she had the opportunity to spend a summer living in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and a summer as an intern with the Wetlands Initiative working on Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. Before starting her position with the SWCD, she worked for the Stanger Group in Goshen as one of their crew members. Now, as a lifelong resident of the Warsaw area, she is excited for a chance to service the local community. When she is not working her full-time job, she is likely to be found working at the Warsaw Parkview YMCA as a personal trainer. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, mountain biking on the Winona trails, working out at the Y and spending time with her soon-to-be-husband Brandon. SWCD welcomes Woolley to its conservation team.

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ministered by the Indiana State Department of Agriculture-Division of Soil Conservation, under the direction of the State Soil Conservation Board. Soil and Water Conservation Districts can apply for these grants to fund projects aimed at increasing conservation land treatment practices that will improve water quality. Tippecanoe River Watershed Project In the fall of 2018, it was announced the Kosciusko County SWCD, in partnership with Whitley County SWCD and The Watershed Foundation, was awarded $75,000 over three years in CWI grant funds to begin January 2019. The first year of the grant was spent assessing the project area to identity and begin planning for potential projects. Three watershed conservationists were contracted by TWF to build relationships with landowners, provide technical support and assist in finding financial support for conservation projects. Each SWCD participated in and oversaw this process through a Watershed Management Committee. In 2020, the grant provided technical assistance to landowners to begin implementation of these identified projects. Landowners were directly contacted and provided both technical and financial support. Six projects have been completed and paid — three hayland plantings, two cover crops and one drone for nitrogen testing. Twelve additional projects are underway or have

been approved for implementation. Types of practices implemented and under consideration: cover crops, wetland restoration, lakeshore and streambank restoration with native plant buffers, hayland planting, grassed waterway, WASCOBs, blind inlets, livestock exclusion. Work will continue with landowners and projects in 2021, the last year of this project. SWCDs Receive Clean Water Grant For Eel River Watershed Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District, in partnership with the SWCDs of Wabash, Whitley and Huntington counties, was the recipient of a $75,000 Clean Water Indiana grant to address natural resource concerns in the following targeted Eel River sub-watersheds: Hurricane Creek, Pony Creek and Sugar Creek. Wabash County SWCD will be the grant administrator for this project, which began Jan. 1 and will run for up to three years. The goals of the project are to promote the implementation of best management practices that will reduce nutrient and sediment loads and improve stream ecological integrity. Cost share will be available for filter strips, grassed waterways and cover crops. The SWCDs of these counties look forward to working with landowners in this project area starting in 2021.

EPA grant to The Watershed Foundation begins in 2021 The Watershed Foundation was awarded a $400,000 Environmental Protection Agency grant through the Indiana Department of Environmental Management to improve water quality in Warsaw, Winona Lake and surrounding communities. The grant is the largest amount to be awarded to TWF and will fund watershed conservation work during three years beginning in 2021. In recent years, TWF has led the Clean Waters Partnership, a group representing 16 local agencies and organizations, including the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District, in the development of a watershed management plan for the grant area. The WMP evaluated water quality, identified pollution sources and prioritized solutions to protect and improve the communities’ water quality, and to ensure cleaner water was reaching the Tippecanoe River. Although the project begins in 2021, critical work was already underway. A pri-

ority list of landowners and a list of recommended conservation projects within this new watershed area was developed, with a special focus on the land draining to Pike and Winona Lakes. Research carried out during the development of the WMP identified the most problematic issues are sediments, nutrients from fertilizers and bacteria entering the lakes through runoff. Impacts of this pollution include excessive weed and algae growth, the filling in on the lake bottom and diminished fishing and recreation potential. Examples of current best management practices slated for implementation include wetland restoration, increased no-till farming, cover crops planting, hayland planting, water and sediment control basins, twostage ditches and separating livestock from waterways with fencing. SWCD looks forward to being a partner in the implementation of this project.

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Technical support through agency collaboration Working with partnering agencies has always been one of the strengths of Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District. In 2020, SWCD benefited from several collaborative working relationships with other agencies to provide technical support and oversight for a variety of programs. Three of these programs were Indiana’s Rule 5, Indiana’s Landfill Inspections and a contribution agreement with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. “Working on programs in support of other agencies allows SWCD to have local input on land use protocols and program compliance,” stated Andrea Baker, SWCD program technician who provides technical expertise on a variety of programs. “It also gives us a better understanding of the condition of natural resources in our county,” she added. Contribution agreements allow multiple agencies to share workload to bring additional conservation assistance to an area. In 2020, SWCD entered into an agreement with the NRCS to assist with field checks and supporting documentation for the Conservation Reserve Program in Kosciusko, Whitley, Fulton, Marshall and St. Joseph counties. Baker, SWCD conservation program technician, took on this workload and worked closely with the offices in these five counties to complete work tasks. This five-year contribution agreement will increase the capacity of our agencies to deliver and manage this popular program within our agricultural community. It is a great example of multiple agencies working cooperatively to deliver the best conservation service possible to our local landowners. Indiana’s Rule 5 deals with erosion and stormwater discharge from construction sites. SWCD, occasionally in collaboration with the Area Plan Commission, reviews the required Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan that is submitted on activities disturbing one acre of land or more. The SWPPP is a site-specific guide that describes practices to prevent erosion and off-site sediment from entering wa-

&53 ),(/' &+(&. ³ $QGUHD %DNHU FRQGXFWLQJ &53 ÀHOG FKHFNV IRU DQ 15&6 FRQWULEXWLRQ DJUHHPHQW terways. Once approved, the plan is forwarded to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, which oversees this program. In 2020, several plans were submitted to SWCD for review and on-site meetings were conducted. Landfill inspections in Indiana are required twice a year, generally in the spring and fall. Working with staff from Indiana’s State Department of Agriculture-Division of Soil Conservation, SWCD conducts these inspections to document erosion and off-site sedimentation on active cells, as well as stabilization of inactive portions of the landfill. The report is submitted to IDEM, ISDADSC and the county commissioners.

Appreciation to 2020 corporate sponsors Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District wishes to express appreciation to its 2020 corporate sponsors. The generous contributions of these sponsors enhance the ability of the Soil and Water Conservation District to carry out its conservation programs, including educational efforts and technical assistance in the community. We appreciate their support. To become a 2021 corporate sponsor, please contact the SWCD office at (574) 2677445, ext. 3. Advantage Weather Solutions Barts Water Ski Center Beacon Credit Union Ben’s Excavating Bobcat of Warsaw Sherm & Colleen Bryant CFS of Milford Clayton Garden Center Creighton Brothers Dairyland Seeds-David Lash Diese Gute Erde, Inc. Farm Bureau Insurance

Frick Services, Inc. GreenMark Equipment Hohman Excavating, Inc. Kosciusko County Farm Bureau Krull Farms Lake City Bank Lash Farm, Inc. Louis Dreyfus-Claypool Midwest Poultry Services, Inc. Monteith Tire Company Jacob and Alyssa Moore Stan and Dee Moore Poet Biorefining Polk Equipment, Inc. Ransbottom Excavating James Rhodes Service Electric Seymour Midwest Tools Swihart Grain, LLC Tom Brothers Farms TranZstar Transportation & Warehousing Troxel Equipment WACF Zolman Farms, Inc.

2020 affiliate members Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District expresses gratitude to 2020 affiliate members. Their generosity and support helped enhance SWCD programs and services this past year. To inquire about becoming a 2021 affiliate member, contact the SWCD office at (574) 267-7445, ext. 3. A.J. Brown and Sons Avelu LLC Busch Farms-Betty Busch Black Walnut Farms Brock and Gwendolyn Ostrom Cameron Williams Carl Diehl Casey Jones Chad and Mandy Schotter Dan and Eileen Ransbottom

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2020 River Friendly Farmer Award goes to J and M Roberts Farms In this era of water quality concerns, there are farmers who are implementing conservation practices in their farm operations to protect waterways and water quality in Indiana and beyond. In Kosciusko County, J and M Roberts Farms are among some of the best, leading them to be among 31 farms to receive the 2020 Indiana River Friendly Farmer Award. Since 1999, key conservation and agricultural organizations have supported the River Friendly Farmer program. The award, sponsored by the Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation District, recognized landowners and farmers in the state of Indiana for the conservation work on the land to protect Indiana’s natural resources.

Annually, each county Soil and Water Conservation District may nominate up to two farmers who do an outstanding job of protecting their rivers, lakes and streams through their everyday conservation management practices on the farm. This year, Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District nominated J and M Roberts Farms for the award based upon their farm management practices. The farm uses conservation tillage on 100% of their acres and cover crops on 98%. The operation has several WASCOBs, grassed waterways and filter strips. Crop rotation is used, as well as nutrient management and prescribed grazing. SWCD congratulates J and M Roberts Farms on receiving this recognition.

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Wildlife food plot seed program The SWCD Food Plot Seed program continued to be a popular program in 2020. Finding food throughout the winter and into early spring can be a daunting task for a variety of birds and wildlife. To enhance wildlife habitat with a food source for these lean times, SWCD once again offered free seed for the planting of wildlife food plots. More than 1,400 pounds of free seed including corn, soybeans, sorghum and perennial food plot mixes were dispersed to 43 participants. A food plot is an annual or perennial planting of grain, legumes and/or forbs. It is planted in the spring and left standing through the winter for wildlife. Food plots, properly located near woodlands, shrub thickets, wetlands or warm season grass plantings, offer wildlife a place to forage for food during late fall, winter and early spring, as food sources become scarce. They also provide some cover during the cold days of winter. Local landowner Travis Harmon was one of the participants. “We got a good clover stand from one of your mixes. There are lots of pollinators on the red clover and tons of butterflies. Now deer are all over it,” commented Harmon. Plans are underway to offer this program again in 2021.

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Local CISMA formed and ready to combat invasive species A new organization has been formed whose purpose is to “build community support to protect the land and water in Kosciusko County from non-native invasive species.” Kosciusko Water & Woodland Invasive Partnership, the newly formed CISMA (Cooperative Invasive Species Management Areas), has received its non-profit status and will soon be conducting a membership drive. KWWIP was organized with the help of SICIM (Southern Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management), The Watershed Foundation, Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District and The Lily Center for Lakes and Streams. Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District has provided matching funds to the grant that is financing this initiative and has been an active sup-

porting agency throughout the process. KWWIP’s Goals • Take action to protect natural resources • Determine extent of local invasive species problems • Increase citizen awareness • Increase local and state government relations How can you become involved? KWWIP will be planning public events such as a Weed Wrangle. The committees are terrestrial, aquatic, education/outreach and events. If you are interested in joining one of our committees or would like more information, contact Peggy Wihebrink at pwihebrink@hotmail.com and like us on Facebook at Kosciusko Water & Woodland Invasive Partnership.

The annual SWCD tree sale program was cancelled in 2020, but the SWCD is committed to bringing this program back in 2021. Order forms are currently available from the SWCD website www.kosciuskoswcd.org, on the back page of the annual report or from the SWCD office. y Species being offered this year: American arborvitae, concolor fir, Norway spruce, whitee s, pine, bald cypress, erblack walnut, persimmon, road oak, rivple, tulip er birch, sugar maple, ac, red bud, serpoplar, purple lilac, ogwood and highviceberry, white dogwood bush cranberry. Ground covers ysandra, creepoffered are: pachysandra, ing phlox, sedum and daylilies. Tree gs and fertilizer planting bars, flags tablets will also be available. he tree Profits from the sale program go back nity into the community through SWCD proservic grams, workshops, services, resources and grant leveraging. For more information or to have an order form mailed to you, call SWCD at (574) 267-7445, ext. 3.

Adult education opportunities Although several workshops and field days were cancelled in 2020, SWCD was able to offer some adult educational opportunities, showcasing the diversity of the county’s natural resources, as well as SWCD programs. In February, 47 participants attended

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and Cameron Mills, who shared experience and observations from their own farm operations, while discussing the economic impacts of implementing conservation practices. In partnership with the City of Warsaw and the Kosciusko County Area Planning office, a contractor’s breakfast was held in February 2020. Sixty-six participants attended with the theme erosion and sediment control: impacts and facts. The event was coordinated by partners: City of Warsaw Stormwater Utility, Kosciusko County Area Planning and the Soil and Water Conservation Districts of Kosciusko and Elkhart counties. Recognizing sediment is one of Indiana’s major water pollutants, the program focused on the scope of this issue and strategies to reduce erosion from construction sites. Keynote Joe Schmees, the executive director of the Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, gave a presentation entitled doing your part for water. He spoke on the extent and impacts of sediment in our

state’s water resources. Other speakers included Lori Gates of Christopher B. Burke Engineering, who serves as the state of Indiana’s lead technical expert for the NPDES Storm Water program at Indiana Department of Environmental Management. She discussed updates and compliance tools and tips. Heather Williams, a senior project manager for Wood PLC, gave an informative talk on a national perspective: post construction stormwater regulations and green infrastructure. Chad Montgomery, with the Indiana Ready Mixed Concrete Association, spoke on the challenges of concrete washouts. The workshop emphasized the importance of working carefully to address water quality issues resulting from sediment and using the expertise of the sponsoring agencies. SWCD hopes to host similar events in 2021. Watch for details in the SWCD newsletter, on the district’s website and on Facebook.

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SWCD adapts to have successful IMN program Classes had just begun for Kosciusko’s 2020 Indiana Master Naturalist Program when COVID hit. The local steering committee cancelled several subsequent classes and got to work to determine if this program could continue. The committee regrouped, brainstormed, reconfigured and came up with a plan to offer participants options and to safely complete the program. “It took collaboration, cooperation and accommodation from the Soil and Water Conservation Board (the sponsors of the program), the steering committee, participants, host sites and speakers,” commented Darci Zolman, SWCD member of the steering committee. “We were very happy with how the revised plan worked and that we were able to complete the 2020

program. As a bonus, our program was also recognized with the IMN Host of the Year Award. What we thought would be a challenging year, turned into a very successful one.” SWCD Awarded IMN Host Of The Year During the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District September board meeting, the board was presented with the Indiana Master Naturalists’ “Host of the Year” Award. Zolman, SWCD program administrator, was also recognized for her service as the chairperson of the local master naturalist planning committee. The award is presented annually to one of the approximately 30 Indiana Master Naturalist programs throughout the state. The honor is based on nominations, number of years the program has been of-

fered, number of classes held, number of participants certified and class member evaluations. “We have a creative and talented steering committee here in this county. Chuck Harvuot, Pardee Gunter, Monica Grubbs, Jackie Horn and Judy Kinsey have really helped make this program top notch,” commented Zolman. “We are very appreciative of the sponsorship role of the local SWCD as well,” she added. “The board has been very supportive of this program.” Kosciusko County IMN Classes Go Fully Outside After re-starting the SWCD-sponsored Master Naturalist program, the sessions moved to a total-outdoor format. Previously, sessions included in-class time to start the class and moved outdoors for a

field experience. “We received really positive feedback from the participants and presenters about this total-outdoor format,” commented Zolman, SWCD program administrator and KCIMN committee chairperson. “Participants can ‘see’ the lessons in the field, instead of just listening to a talk. It has proven to be very effective.” Sessions held in 2020 covered soils and geology, forestry, lakes, streams and wetlands, mammals and habitats, wildflowers, birds and astronomy. They were held in various locations around the county including: Koinonia Nature Preserve, Wildwood Nature Preserve, Winona Lake, Pisgah Marsh, Dillon Tree Farm, Oak Island and Harrison School Observatory.

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Youth outreach adapts to unique conditions of 2020 “Education is an ornament in prosperity and a refuge in adversity.” — Aristotle Aristotle had it right. When things are going well, education is an ornament, an adornment to our society and something to admire. When there is adversity, as in the challenges we experienced in 2020, education can also be a refuge, a safe place to shield us and perhaps, be even more important to our society. Youth outreach efforts of the Kosciusko County SWCD in 2020 started the year as usual, with many classrooms visited and plans in place for a busy spring. Then the challenges hit. Schools went to e-learning in the spring and several limitations were in place for the start of school in the fall. SWCD worked with schools and adapted programs as much as possible to continue delivering quality natural resource-themed programs. “We worked with schools to come up with new ways of delivering our programs,” stated SWCD Program Administrator Darci Zolman. “Teachers are amazing. They are so adaptive and creative, and a joy to work with,” she added. “I think we came up with some good options to get us through this year.” Classroom Programs In the first two months of 2020, SWCD programs were delivered to 64 classrooms. After schools went to e-learning, classroom programs came to a halt. Over the summer, SWCD collaborated with Josh Wall, instruc-

tional coach at Washington STEM Academy, to record several programs and put together classroom packets for teachers to use when school started in the fall. SWCD appreciated Josh and all of the effort he put into this project. Creative adaptation at work. Field And Stream Programs When schools started in the fall, teachers were encouraged to take students outside as much as possible, a perfect fit for SWCD field and stream programs. Programs were delivered outside on school grounds, stream programs were offered at Eagle and Cherry Creeks and wetland field trips were led along the boardwalk at the Beyer Wetland on the Lake City Greenway adjacent to Pike Lake. Thirty-eight classes participated in these outdoor experiences. Students conducted a variety of water monitoring tests for temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, nutrient levels and turbidity. Students also waded into the waters with nets to search for macro-invertebrates (aquatic insects) and freshwater mussels as part of a biological assessment. They tested wetland soils, studied wetland plant adaptations, learned to read animal signs, learned how to use binoculars and were introduced to the overall value of a wetland ecosystem. SWCD is looking forward to offering programs in the next year. For additional information about SWCD educational services, contact the office at (574) 267-7445, ext. 5374 or darci.zolman@in.nacdnet.net.

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Natural resource workshops focused on STEM and citizen science With some adaptation, SWCD was still able to conduct a few workshops for educators in 2020. SWCD offered trainings in Hoosier Riverwatch, Project WET and Project Aquatic WILD. These workshops provided participants with tools, knowledge and skills to enhance classroom lessons and citizen engagement in natural resource projects. Two Project WET/Project Aquatic WILD combination workshops were conducted by SWCD in 2020. The first was hosted by Washington STEM Academy in June for new STEM teachers. This workshop was deliberate about incorporating themes and activities to match the school’s STEM program. Participants were able to participate in and model activities from these curricula. A second WET/WILD workshop was hosted by Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center in August for their Environmental Education Master program. Graduate students in this program participated in this workshop. The fabulous outdoor facilities at Merry Lea provided several areas to field test the activities of

these award-winning programs. SWCD conducted one Hoosier Riverwatch workshop in 2020. Training in this program provided participants with the knowledge and skills to monitor water for physical, chemical and biological parameters. Once trained, participants also became eligible to enter their monitoring data on a statewide database through Hoosier Riverwatch. This workshop was geared to teachers and included STEM water quality themes. A mini water training was held for Washington STEM Academy students to develop a student water monitoring team. Students were introduced to all of the testing protocols from Hoosier Riverwatch and will use their new skills to assist other students with monitoring efforts. SWCD looks forward to a return to more workshops in 2021. Workshops in several natural resource themes are available. For more information about these opportunities, contact darci.zolman@ in.nacdnet.net or (574) 267-7445, ext. 5374.

Early in 2020, the Arrow Head Country Resource Conservation and Development area and its education committee received the Friend of Conservation Award from the Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Timely awarded on the 25th anniversary of its Tippecanoe River Expedition program, this project was recognized for its creativity in delivering conservation education, connecting professionals and career opportunities to students, bringing a diverse group of agencies, organizations and citizens together collaboratively and impacts for additional networking and cooperative projects. Unfortunately, there was no 2020 raft program for high school students on the Tippecanoe River due to the pandemic, so the education committee of Arrow Head Country RC&D decided to put together a series of videos to duplicate the trip virtually. By late fall, the committee announced the completion of the Virtual Tippecanoe River Expedition, a series of videos that highlight a day of this program on the river. They cover an introduction from park staff,

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** Final Order Date: April 7, 2021 Order Pick Up Date: April 17, 2021 ** NAME ________________________________ TELEPHONE______________ ADDRESS _______________________________________________________ CITY ______________________________STATE ____ ZIP CODE ________ E-MAIL ADDRESS________________________________________________ SPECIES

ORNAMENTAL DECIDUOUS TREES

RED BUD — This tree has rose-purple flowers that bloom profusely on bare branches in early spring. Irregular branching patterns and a trunk that often divides close to the ground create a spreading, often flat-topped or slightly rounded crown. It grows at a medium rate** and reaches a height of 20–30’ with a spread of 25–35’ at maturity. Full sun and partial shade* are ideal and it grows well in: acidic, alkaline, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, well-drained and clay soils. SHADBLOW SERVICEBERRY — This tree has clusters of white, feathery flowers that bloom in early spring, followed by large, blackish-purple berries which are juicy, edible and attract birds. Medium to dark green leaves turn brilliant red-orange in fall. It grows at a slow rate** and reaches a height of 15-30’ with a spread of 15-20’. Full sun and partial shade* are ideal and it grows well in a wide variety of soils. WHITE DOGWOOD — This tree blooms in early spring with large white flowers. It has a low-branching, broadly-pyramidal but somewhat flat-topped shape with oval, dark green leaves that turn shades of red in the fall. It grows at a medium rate** and reaches a height of roughly 25’ with an equal spread at maturity. Full sun and partial shade* are ideal and it grows well in: acidic, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, welldrained and clay soils. It prefers moist conditions.

ORNAMENTAL DECIDUOUS SHRUBS

PURPLE LILAC — This shrub has fragrant, long-lasting, light purple flower clusters that bloom in April or May, framed with lush green foliage. It grows at a medium rate** and reaches a height of 8–15’ with a spread of 6–12’ at maturity. Full sun and partial shade* are ideal and it grows well in: acidic, alkaline, moist, sandy and well-drained soils. HIGHBUSH CRANBERRY— This shrub is 8-15 feet tall by 8-10 feet wide. Easily grown in average, moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade*. Prefers loams with consistent moisture, but tolerates a wide range of soils. Prune as needed immediately after flowering.

DAYLILIES

Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade.* Daylilies perform well in a wide range of soils, but prefer deep, fertile loams. Plants are tolerant of summer heat and humidity, but appreciate deep watering in dry spells to keep foliage attractive. For best performance, daylilies should be divided every 3-4 years in either fall or spring.

GROUND COVER

PACHYSANDRA — Plants form attractive low patches of shiny dark-green leaves, with clusters of white flowers in spring. A creeping perennial, it forms a mat 4” tall that spreads, forming large colonies. It is a shade lover that tolerates a variety of soils, and is deer/rabbit resistant. CREEPING PHLOX — Profuse mid spring flowers bloom in April-May in your choice of White, Blue or Pink. This hardy, spreading, mat-forming, sun-loving perennial grows to roughly 4” tall and 24” wide and is also deer resistant. SEDUM ANGELINA — This is an evergreen mat-forming stonecrop that grows to 4” tall and 24” wide. It has pointed, cylindrical, yellow-green leaves (¾” long), that may acquire reddish tones in autumn, and star-shaped yellow flowers that appear in summer. It prefers sun but will tolerate part shade. It’s drought, deer and rabbit resistance is also a plus!

ORNAMENTAL DECIDUOUS TREES & SHRUBS

DECIDUOUS TREES

BALD CYPRESS — This tree’s vibrant, soft, bright green needles are stunning against its shaggy, cinnamon-colored bark. In autumn the foliage turns a bright copper color and drops from the tree. It grows at a medium rate** and reaches a height of 50–70’ with a spread of around 25’ at maturity. Full sun* is ideal and it grows in: acidic, loamy, moist, sandy, silty loam, well-drained and clay soils. It is adaptable to wet or dry conditions and can withstand flooding. 6 BLACK WALNUT — This native hardwood is prized for its beautiful dark wood and rich, flavorful nuts. It has an oval to rounded crown with aromatic leaves that turn an undistinguished yellow-brown in early fall. It grows at a medium rate** and reaches a height of 50–75’ with a spread of 50–75’ at maturity. Full sun* is ideal, and it grows well in: acidic, alkaline, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, well-drained, wet and clay soils. PERSIMMON — This tree has glossy dark green leaves in the summer that turn shades of reddish-purple in the fall. White fragrant bell shaped flowers in late spring give way to green fruit that turn an attractive orange color when ripe in late fall. It grows at a medium to fast rate** and reaches a height of 60’ with a spread of 20-25’ at maturity. Full sun and partial shade* are ideal and it grows well in a wide variety of soils. RED OAK — This tree offers wonderful shade in the summer due to its dense crown, displays beautiful red fall color, and has great wildlife value. It grows at a fast rate** and reaches a height of 60-75’ with a spread of 45’ at maturity. Full sun* is ideal and it grows well in: acidic, loamy, moist, sandy, well-drained and clay soils. RIVER BIRCH — This medium sized tree has leathery, diamond-shaped, medium to dark green leaves, and salmon-pink to reddish brown bark that exfoliates to reveal lighter inner bark. It grows at a medium to fast rate** and reaches a height of 40–70’ with a spread of 40–60’ at maturity. Full sun and partial shade* are ideal and it grows well in: acidic, loamy, moist, sandy, well-drained, wet and clay soils. It will tolerate moderate flooding as well as some drought. 6 SUGAR MAPLE — This native hardwood has a dense rounded crown with medium green leaves and virant fall colors of yellow, burnt orange and red. It grows at a slow to medium rate** and reaches a height of 60-75’ with a spread of 40-50’ at maturity. Full sun and partial shade* are ideal, and it grows well in deep, well-drained, acidic to slightly alkaline soil. It prefers moist soil conditions but has moderate drought tolerance. TULIP POPLAR — This native hardwood produces tulip-shaped, orange-yellow-green flowers from April to June, with autumn foliage turning a golden yellow. This tree grows at a fast rate** and reaches a height of 70-90’ with a spread of around 40’ at maturity. Full sun* is ideal, and it grows well in: acidic, loamy, moist, sandy, well-drained and clay soils. It prefers normal moisture but can tolerate drought in humid regions. KEY 6 Species can be planted in low lying areas prone to flooding.

** - Growth Rates Slow Rate: Grows less than 12”/yr Slow to Medium: Grows anywhere from less than 12” to 24”/yr Medium: Grows 13” to 24”/yr Medium to Fast: Grows from 13” to more than 24”/yr Fast: Grows more than 24”/yr * - Sun Preference Full Sun: Should get at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day. Full Sun and Partial Shade: Prefers a minimum of four hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day.

The programs and services of the Kosciusko Co. SWCD are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability. We are an equal opportunity employer.

GROUND COVER & EXTRA ITEMS

PRICE

NO. OF TREES

TOTAL COST

AMERICAN ARBORVITAE — 12”-20” 10 TREES $30.00 ____________ 20 TREES $52.00 ____________

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CONCOLOR FIR — 10”-16” 10 TREES $21.00 20 TREES $38.00

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NORWAY SPRUCE — 12”-26” 10 TREES $30.00 20 TREES $52.00

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WHITE PINE — 10”-22” 10 TREES $30.00 20 TREES $52.00

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BALD CYPRESS 12”-24” 10 TREES $27.00 20 TREES $48.00

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BLACK WALNUT 14”-22” 10 TREES $27.00 20 TREES $47.00

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PERSIMMON 14”-26” 10 TREES 20 TREES

$31.00 $55.00

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RED OAK 12”-18” 10 TREES 20 TREES

$17.00 $30.00

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RIVER BIRCH 18”-24” 10 TREES 20 TREES

$27.00 $46.00

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SUGAR MAPLE 12”-18” 10 TREES $16.00 20 TREES $27.00

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TULIP POPLAR 18”-24” 10 TREES $17.00 20 TREES $31.00

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PURPLE LILAC 18” 10 TREES 20 TREES

$28.00 $49.00

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RED BUD 24” 10 TREES 20 TREES

$26.00 $46.00

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SHADBLOW SERVICEBERRY 12”-18” 10 TREES $35.00 ____________ 20 TREES $62.00 ____________

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WHITE DOGWOOD 18”-24” 10 TREES $18.00 20 TREES $31.00

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HIGHBUSH CRANBERRY 12”-24” 10 TREES $39.00 20 TREES $69.00

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PACHYSANDRA 1/2 FLAT FULL FLAT

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CREEPING PHLOX - Blue, White or Pink 1/2 FLAT $22.00 ____________ FULL FLAT $41.00 ____________

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SEDUM ANGELINA 1/2 FLAT FULL FLAT

$20.00 $36.00

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PEACH DAYLILIES 5 FOR

$20.00 $36.00

$10.00

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STELLA DE ORO DAYLILIES 5 FOR $10.00

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TREE PLANTING BARS 1 FOR $45.00

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FLAGS 100 FLAGS FOR

$10.00

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FERTILIZER TABLETS (20-10-5) 10 TABS FOR $3.00

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ALL PRICES INCLUDE SALES TAX* TOTAL $ _______________

NOTICE! ** We DO NOT furnish replacements. Trees are available to any one and may be planted without restrictions. ** Confirmation post cards will be sent out April 1st. ** Please make checks payable to: Kosciusko Co. SWCD ** Mail payments with order form to: Kosciusko Co. SWCD, 217 E. Bell Dr., Warsaw IN, 46582 ** Platbooks will be available for sale ($20) at tree pick-up and always in the SWCD office.