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SCHOOL BUS drivers %\ 5$< %$/2*+ 6WDII :ULWHU [EDITOR’S NOTE: School bus drivers provide a vital service to the children and their families in the community. Unfortunately, word count limits do not permit a full tribute to each of the bus drivers throughout Kosciusko County. The PAPER offers a heartfelt hat tip to all the bus drivers, transportation directors and support staffs of the Tippecanoe Valley, Triton, Warsaw, Wawasee and Whitko community school systems.] As Kosciusko County schools resume in-person classroom instruction, once again “the wheels on the bus go ’round and ’round.” And steering those wheels is a small army of heroes who don’t wear capes, dedicated community servants known as bus drivers. Their day begins hours before the first school bell rings, warming up frigid machines, scraping windows and performing multipoint mechanical and safety inspections. Then, twice daily, they perform the tandem tasks of muscling their 14-ton eggshell along city streets, county roads and state highways, and shepherding incalculably valuable cargo, little lives who give their full faith and trust to the driver when they step on the bus. All the while they maintain constant 360-degree vigilance for irresponsibly distracted or inexcusably self-important drivers who blow through flashing stop arms. The drivers invariably do this without harm or incident, day after day, school year after school year, and like a comfortable shoe that is taken for granted, they go unnoticed and unsung. Imagine their gratification in receiving even a small token of appreciation delivered by one of the precious little souls they transport every day. Linda Haughee is in her 26th year of driving for Warsaw Com-

munity Schools, a profession her husband suggested when their children started school. Her favorite part of the job was “having my summers off, so I was home when my kids were home.” Now a grandmother, she noted she is transporting “a second generation of kids on my route.” Gene Farrar, whose name tag carries the term of endearment “Mr. Gene” his students gave him started his 12th year this month. His connection with the students goes far beyond sitting behind the steering wheel. “One of my first students 11 years ago had a child a week ago and they invited me to their house to see the baby, so when I finished my route, I went over there. She sat in seat four on the bus the entire time she was with me.” Trista Clevenger is a relative newcomer to the Warsaw bus crew. She trained for the job 2 1/2 years ago and said “the most surprising thing was how extensive the training was that goes into being a driver.” She added, “The most challenging aspect of the job is earning the respect of the kids, and the most rewarding is the relationship you develop with the kids and parents.” Jackie Clase, along with Farrar, is one of the school system’s trainers. She’s “working on 32 years” in the profession. “When I first started we had gas buses and they were stick shift. They had just transferred from horse and buggy,” she quipped. “All of our equipment was manually operated, even the stop arm. We had a VHS camera in a box above the driver’s seat and you hoped you had it aimed correctly. Now all the buses are diesel automatics and the newer ones have six to eight cameras.” The new technology, however, does not prevent the dangerous actions of other drivers. “When I first started, someone running through the stop arm was rare,” said Clase. “Now it’s an everyday occurrence,” she said, recalling an incident where “one

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This is about the flood plain redo. To me it looks like another government ploy to steal property by eminent domain. Common sense — I repeat, common sense — says if you live by an ocean, a lake, a river, a creek, a stream, a babbling brook or even a puddle that does not dry up you should consider flood insurance. But not from the government. Find private companies with flood coverage. Do not depend on the government. Remember Katrina and other disasters? FEMA and other government entities were

It’s a payoff The CDC has released their guidelines for opening schools. The CDC says schools are safe to open as they exist today. We don’t need to waste the $350 billion contained in Biden’s redundant $1.9 trillion inﬂation-creating stimulus bill, which continues to pay recipients for not working because they make more on the dole. Furthermore, we don’t need the $170 billion to operate schools safely, nor the $20 billion for public transportation. It’s a payoff for the teachers’ union.

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Vaccine appointments for this newly eligible population will be available during the next four to six weeks to align with the state receiving its expected weekly vaccine allocation. Hoosiers who cannot ﬁnd an appointment at the nearest location are encouraged to look at other sites in neighboring counties. Appointments are being added regularly as vaccine supplies permit. To schedule a vaccine, visit ourshot.in.gov and select a location from one of more than 370 clinics around the state. Hoosiers who do not have a computer or cellphone or those who need assistance scheduling an appointment, can call 211 or contact one of Indiana’s Area Agen-

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dows, upset furniture and tore off the front porch. It uprooted nearly all the trees in the yard. It blew the garage away and laid one tree across the car, crushing the roof down to the level of the backs of the seats and shattering the windows. When thunder rumbled, as it did often on hot summer days in Iowa, mother let my brother and I put on our swimsuits and went out in the rain. But when lightning flashed, Mother called us in. I was a teenager when I left Iowa. I went on a ship, sailed across the Atlantic, sailed to Bremerhaven, Germany, with Dad and Mother. Dad was then in the Army. I returned to the U.S. to go to college and after I graduated, I joined the Navy. On a training cruise, I was on a ship in a hurricane. After graduating from college, as an ensign in the Navy, I was assigned to a ship, a destroyer in the Pacific. While I was aboard that destroyer, I saw and experienced typhoons, which are the same as hurricanes except in the Pacific Ocean, hurricanes are in the Atlantic. A typhoon was the most severe storm I ever experienced. It was while I was aboard the destroyer. We were steaming to Japan, had passed Midway Island, where I

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The weather forecast on TV predicted 6-8 inches of snow beginning at 1 a.m. Feb. 16. That was followed by a list of school delays in the morning. It is now 4:30 a.m. Feb. 16 and less than an inch of new snow has fallen since the day before. The weather forecast seems to have been wrong. But was it completely wrong or was it just the date that was wrong? Will we get 6-8 inches of snow later? Weather, everybody talks about it, Dad said often. He watched the color of the sky and claimed when the sky got greenish, there would soon be hail. Acting on this, I remember one afternoon when we were downtown, the sky became greenish and Dad drove home hurriedly to get the car in the garage, to protect it from hail. We got hail. My brother and I went out in the yard and picked up some hail stones. Then my grandfather called to us to get in the basement, there was a twister, a tornado. We got a tornado. It broke win-

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Virtual events with Warsaw Community Public Library can be found on WCPL’s Facebook page, YouTube channel, Goggle Meet or Zoom. Some events require registration in advance. On-site events will only be offered if the library building is open. Social distancing and facial coverings are required in accordance with state guidelines to enter the library. Follow WCPL on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and warsawlibrary.org for updates, events and news. Storytime live is at 11 a.m. each Monday on Facebook. Bedtime stories is at 7 p.m. each Thursday on Facebook. Watch Arrivals with Anna and see what’s new at the library on Facebook at 10 a.m. March 3. WorkOne will host computer basics at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 5. Advance registration required. Indiana Career Connect resumes with WorkOne will be at 1 p.m. Friday, March 5. Advance registration required. Pick up a children’s craft kit while supplies last. Kits available starting Tuesday, March 9 and Tuesday, 23. Kids Write is for children ages 5-12 who enjoy to write and illustrate. It will be on Goggle Meet at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 9. Advance registration required. Friends of the Library Story Emporium Bookstore will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 13 and Saturday, March 27. Learn how to play the game

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Two United Way organizations come together United Way is about helping people and the challenges of the last year have demanded a new approach, a more ambitious vision. As of January, the United Way of Whitley and Kosciusko counties has been formed as the two United Ways have come together with a mission to improve the lives of children and families across the region.

“We realized that the two organizations could do so much more together,” said Tammy Keirn, chair of the board of directors. “The two United Ways had been working closely for years, as we discovered we had so much in common.” In addition to a shared workforce, the region increasingly shares a strong live/play pattern. Yet, the

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waykosciusko.org. The organization is led by Darren Bickel, who has been the president of United Way of Kosciusko County since 2017. He has more than 20 years of United Way experience. “I feel like the board members are really walking the walk. They found a way to be better stewards for the community. The future is

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Sophie Bussard named to SMSU president’s list Sophie Bussard of Silver Lake has been named to the Southeast Missouri State University president’s list for academic achievement during the fall 2020 semester. Students named to the list

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Who is the world’s most famous artist? %\ '$5/$ 0&&$0021 *XHVW :ULWHU Lately, I have observed several art experts providing lists of their picks for the most famous artists in the world. Their lists do not all agree but some artists names have appeared on almost all of them. We are going to embark on a series in which we talk about the lives and art ability of those artists whose names consistently come up as the most famous; make the ﬁnal decision for yourself once you have learned about each of these remarkable people. We will only take a break from this series when we have a special event, competition, or exhibit to report. We have studied, in this column, a group of artists called “the impressionists.” Monet, along with 30 other artists, exhibited in rebellion to being rejected by the Paris Salon. These artists, all primarily using impressionist techniques, were criticized roundly by those who favored the traditional art being shown at the salon and elsewhere. In one of his most famous pieces, “Impression Sunrise,” Monet depicted the French harbor of Le Havre in this work in which the sun is

shining through a misty morning. His work appeared to some to be only a quick sketch or a fast “impression” of the scene before him. Critics spoke disparagingly of his impressionism and his work that looked unﬁnished. Yet, his painting was the most popular at this notorious exhibit. This unusual style caught on and that word, impressionist, became adopted by this group of artists as an honor and a representative of their almost abstract offerings. Today, the impressionists are highly regarded. Monet went on to create masterpieces, including his “water lily fantasies.” It would be hard to ﬁnd any famous artist list today that would not include the work of Monet. Monet was born in 1840 in Paris but his family moved to Le Havre in 1845. His mother encouraged his interest in art along with a local artist, Edoauard Boudin, who taught him to paint in the plein-air (outdoor, non-studio) methods. This would be his specialty throughout his life. His mother died when he was only 15. He decided to go to Paris and join other artists. He married Camille Doncieux and they lived

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Manchester Civic Band seeks members Manchester Civic Band is getting ready to start its 49th year entertaining North Manchester and surrounding communities. The band has free live music ranging from traditional marches and concert band pieces, to jazz and big band favorites.

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Purdue Extension helps people Get WalkIN’ Are you ready to get moving, improve your health and enjoy life more? Let Purdue Extension help you Get WalkIN.’ Get WalkIN’ is a free, email based walking program being offered through Purdue Extension in Kosciusko County; it began Monday, March 1. Participants can sign-up, walk on their own and receive emailed support and information. It is designed to encourage participants to learn more about the health beneﬁts of walking and encourage participants to get moving. Participants will receive one to two emails per week that provide encouragement, moti-

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Reg Smith took the baton. After 30-plus years directing the band, Smith decided to step back and Samantha (Sam) Howard is now setting the beat. The band welcomes any musicians from junior high age on up, and any instruments. Don’t worry if it has been a while since you played; many came back to the band after decades of not playing. Don’t have an instrument? The band may be able to help in locating one for you to use, rent, or maybe even buy. The band practices once a week at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and ending around 8:30 or 9 p.m. Need to come late or leave early? No problem just be here as often and for as long as you can. The goal is to make great music together, entertain audiences and make musical friends. The ﬁrst practice is at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, at the Manchester High School band room (double doors at the southeast corner of the building).

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75,721 ))$ *,9(6 %$&. ³ The annual Triton Junior-Senior High School FFA breakfast took place Tuesday, Feb. 23, with the hopes of blessing local farmers and those who work in the ﬂeld of agriculture. Triton FFA, under the direction of Dakota Cook and supported by FFA alumni, makes it a point to live out the Trojan Way by giving back each year. They could have cancelled this event, but instead the group used their creativity to prepare meals and expand their service to the school corporation in hopes of serving the community. More than 150 meals were prepared and served by drive-thru and an extra 50 meals were prepared and delivered to a nearby assisted living facility. Thanks to the farmers and all who helped, Triton FFA was able to take care of resources for the greater good of the community. Photo provided.

212 Media Studios gives community impact award During its annual appreciation event, 212 Media Studios announced Ends of the Earth Outreach as the winner of the 2021 Community Impact Award. Rather than hosting its nonprofit appreciation luncheon, amid COVID-19 concerns, 212 Media Studios celebrated Kosciusko County organizations during a virtual event Friday, Feb. 12. The event culminated in Ends of the Earth Outreach receiving the 2021 nonprofit Community Impact Award. As the winner, EOE is entitled to one year of free marketing services from 212 Media Studios. “Our local organizations have been a constant in our community even through the challenges of the past year; we didn’t want the pandemic to keep us from hosting this event or awarding the annual prize,” said Chief Marketing Officer David Phelps. “We’re excited to work with Ends of the Earth to share their mission with the community and maximize their donor engagement.” The Nonprofit Community Impact Award is given to an organization in Kosciusko County that exemplifies visionary leadership, exceptional collaboration, innovative creativity and excellent client

services. The award announcement is the culmination of the nonprofit appreciation event that 212 Media hosts every February. In addition to Ends of the Earth Outreach, this year’s top finalists were the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice. The event, entitled “New Year, New Gear: Shifting Priorities in 2021,” provided short, virtual seminars to give local nonprofit leaders tools for increasing productivity in both work and life. Andy Bautz, executive director at Turning Point Counseling Center, hosted a main session on investing in mental health for personal growth; guests also got the option to attend several breakout sessions hosted by 212 Media’s team. A team of strategic thinkers and visionary creators, 212 Media Studios is based in Warsaw. Through research, branding and inbound marketing, it creates comprehensive, personalized strategies that meet the business needs of clients in industries, like technology, health care, higher education and nonprofit. To learn more about 212 Media Studios, visit www.212mediastudios.com.

RAZOR Medical Instruments Inc. relocating to Warsaw AcceLINX, the musculoskeletal health business accelerator launched by OrthoWorx, recently announced that client RAZOR Medical Instruments Inc, an instrumentation and technology company marketing single-use instruments to the orthopedic joint replacement industry, has chosen to relocate its headquarters from New Hampshire to Warsaw. RAZOR has leased ofﬁce space at the OrthoWorx/AcceLINX ofﬁces in Warsaw to accommodate short-term needs. The relocation of RAZOR is the culmination of months of work by AcceLINX, OrthoWorx, Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation, the city of Warsaw and IEDC to demonstrate the value of relocating to Indiana. Indiana Economic Development Corporation has offered a pack-

age of incentives to RAZOR. RAZOR employs nine people, several of whom will be relocating to Warsaw. Additional hiring of 63 people during the next three years is anticipated by the company. RAZOR expects to utilize the extensive medical device contract-manufacturing pool that exists in northeastern Indiana. The company estimates such expenditures could generate hundreds of new jobs within the supplier base during the next several years. RAZOR began working with AcceLINX more than two and a half years ago to reﬁne its quality, regulatory and marketing programs to bring its products to market. According to Bruce Khalili, president of RAZOR, its product line will include singleuse instruments used in joint replacement procedures. Khalili

added, “RAZOR technologies will reduce inefficiencies associated with reusable instruments at the OEM and hospital level. The use of single-use instruments facilitates the migration of total joint procedures from the hospital setting to ambulatory care centers.” “We appreciate the assistance of all the organizations that have helped RAZOR Medical Instruments Inc. relocate to the orthopedic capital of the world,” said Khalili. “The concentration of resources in the medical device field in northeastern Indiana is impressive.” Khalili stated “Being in Warsaw is a strategic move for RAZOR as it permits us to leverage the availability of technical talent and manufacturing expertise in the field of medical devices. RAZOR’s unique culture, in

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Spring clean-up begins at Oakwood Cemetery The city of Warsaw and Oakwood Cemetery is requesting all winter decorations that have been placed in or on the ground at the gravesites be removed as soon as possible. Grave blankets should have been removed by Monday, March 1, according to the board of regents rules and regulations. Remaining blankets will be placed near the shop area until Sunday, March 14, for pick-up. After March 14, the remaining grave blankets will be discarded. All decorations for spring, summer and fall must be placed on the monument’s foundation or on top of the monument. Decorations

placed in or on the ground will be removed. For the benefit of safety, glass vases and decorations are not permitted as well as shepherd’s hooks. To obtain a copy of the rules and regulations, visit the cemetery’s office or the city of Warsaw’s website, www.warsaw.in.gov, call (574) 372-9553, or email hheagy@warsaw.in.gov. The staff of Oakwood Cemetery thanks the friends and family members of deceased loved ones for abiding by the cemetery rules, and allowing the staff to efficiently and properly maintain the cemetery as a beautiful place for visitors to honor their loved ones.

University of Iowa celebrates local fall 2020 graduates Despite the many unprecedented challenges of the past year, University of Iowa students continued to excel; perhaps the best example of that commitment is the more than 1,800 undergraduate, graduate and professional students who graduated at the conclusion of the 2020 fall semester. Since March, students at University of Iowa made sacriﬁces to maintain health and safety. Instruction for a majority of courses moved online, face masks and hand sanitizer became the norm, internships and study abroad pro-

grams were largely suspended, and stages remained dark. In fact, most events were held virtually or removed from the calendar. Even the homecoming parade was dubbed the “stay-at-homecoming” parade. Through it all, however, these Hawkeyes persisted. They gained invaluable communication skills by accessing Iowa’s unmatched writing-related resources and made positive contributions to the community and state by focusing on teamwork and collaboration. Their hard work paid off as graduates landed prestigious academic placements and notable jobs at SpaceX and pharmaceutical giant Merck & Co. Inc. Marina Meinert of North Manchester graduated with a Master of Accountancy with a major in accounting.

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3(23/(·6 &+2,&( $:$5' “ Shane Hastings÷photo of the Everest÷s dock on Ridinger Lake won the People÷s Choice award for The Watershed Foundation÷s photo contest. Photo provided.

Watershed Foundation announces photo winners The Watershed Foundation has released the winners of its 2020 photo contest, “Picture Your Watershed.” The Watershed Foundation is a nonproﬁt organization. This year, 91 photographers submitted 208 pictures. By showcasing beauty and biodiversity, good fun and good stewardship practices, the photography helps TWF further its mission of protecting and improving water quality in the lakes and streams of the upper Tippecanoe River watershed. TWF is located at the North

Webster Community Center. The categories are People’s Choice, won by Shane Hastings. The photo was taken at the Everest’s dock on Ridinger Lake and was chosen by popular vote online. Cathy Davis took home the “pollution solutions” category with her photo called “Native Plants to the Rescue on Loon Lake.” “Nature’s Studio” went to Stephanie Goss for “Reﬂecting at Crooked Lake,” while Alli Simpson captured the prize in “Wet ‘n Wild” with “PAWfect Sunset” on Chapman Lake. “Toddler Sunset Surf”

A healthy heart begins with prevention Heart disease continues to be the number one killer of both men and women in the U.S., causing more than 600,000 deaths every year. Early detection and prevention is key and the importance of knowing one’s risk factors begins with making — and keeping — a yearly checkup appointment with a primary care provider. “A regular annual physical exam allows us to ﬁnd and prevent diseases before they occur,” said Jeffrey Levenda, M.D., family medicine and sports medicine, Lutheran Health Physicians. “The results can key us into problems that may be arising and allow us to work with patients on correcting issues before they become a bigger problem, such as reversing high blood pressure before it leads to congestive heart failure.” A vital part of the conversation centers around the importance of knowing the patient’s cardiovascular and stroke risk factors and numbers, including cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, weight, activity level and family history. Symptoms, such as fatigue and headaches, should also be communicated. Fear has led many people to delay regular checkups and screenings, which would normally be a priority. “The COVID pandemic has deﬁnitely had an impact on my patients’ overall health, more so because of the emotional and psychological toll that it has taken,” added Dana Forrest, M.D., family

medicine, Lutheran Health Physicians. “Many of my patients are working toward catching up with their preventive exams.” In terms of heart and cardiovascular disease, other health issues, like diabetes, high blood pressure, lack of exercise, obesity, genetics, depression, smoking and kidney disease, play a role in worsening heart function. Conversely, consistently practicing good habits, including regular exercise and eating healthy foods, also decreases the risk of cancer, dementia and cardiovascular disease while improving digestion, mood and mental function. “We as a society need to maintain a good, consistent exercise regimen,” added Levenda. “Exercise is highly underestimated. It improves blood ﬂow through the body and thereby the function of all our other organs. Exercise is free medicine.” Knowing the numbers that indicate the prevalence of heart disease is essential to developing a successful prevention and/or treatment plan. “We know low blood pressure readings are beneﬁcial over time and indicate a decreased risk for a cardiovascular event,” explained Forrest. “I inform my patients being treated for hypertension to strive for an average blood pressure of 130/80 or lower. And remember, a couple of the most important behaviors that negatively impact the heart are smoking and excessive alcohol use.”

by Katie Richer was the top choice for the “Lovin’ the Lakes” category. Her photo was taken on Lake Tippecanoe. The 2021 contest will begin in July. More information will be on The Watershed Foundation’s Facebook page and online at watershedfoundation.org later this year.

Indiana Department of Transportation announced $100.8 million in federal transportation funding is being awarded to 54 cities, towns, and counties in rural portions of Indiana to invest in local road and bridge improvements as well as sidewalk and trail projects. Combined with local funds, approximately $124.9 million is being invested in infrastructure in communities receiving funds. Kosciusko County will get $496,802.25. Milford will receive $232,875.18, Syracuse will receive $343,875, and Bourbon will receive $209,898.62. The types of projects receiving funds include 32 bridge rehabilitation/replacement projects; 11 resurfacing/reconstruction projects; six transportation alternative program projects that include work, such as sidewalks, ADA ramps, and trails; and ﬁve trafﬁc safety projects. “Local transportation improvements are critical to growing and enhancing Indiana’s communities,” INDOT Commissioner Joe McGuinness said. “Our sustained commitment to modernizing local roads and bridges, adding sidewalks, and growing our trail networks sends a clear message that we’re building cities, towns and counties that are

primed to attract and retain talent and spur job growth in the 21st century economy.” A list of all communities receiving funds is online at www.in.gov/ indot/2390.htm. For this latest round of funding, rural communities will design, develop and purchase land for projects that would be bid during the ﬁscal year beginning July 2025. While the funds awarded now are dedicated to construction, INDOT will be ﬁnancially participating in design, engineering, and right of way acquisition components of these projects. INDOT dedicates approximately 25 percent of its federal highway funds to supporting local projects each year. Metropolitan planning organizations distribute those funds to cities, towns, and counties within the state’s larger urbanized areas, while INDOT distributes funds outside MPO areas. Communities must pay at least 20 percent in local matching funds and meet other federal requirements to receive federal funding. Rural communities were invited to submit project applications to INDOT for potential funding during a call for projects announced in October.

Dekko Foundation awards grant to Joe’s Kids Joe’s Kids is poised to provide much-needed therapy services to an even greater number of children with special needs or developmental delays through a matching grant opportunity. Rebecca Bazzoni, executive director for Joe’s Kids, was recently notiﬁed the Dekko Foundation has awarded Joe’s Kids a $15,000 matching grant. The $15,000 matching grant is basically a 1:1 match for any

nity. This foundation believes in our mission and understands our dedication and passion for serving our children,” Bazzoni stated. For more information about the Dekko Foundation, visit www. dekkofoundation.org. To learn more about how to help Joe’s Kids, visit www.joes-kids.org. For information, call (574) 3762316. Joe’s Kids is located at 902 Provident Drive, Suite C, Warsaw.

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Former Etna Green Resident Marcia J. Oxley, Sun City, Ariz., passed away Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021, at home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. Surviving is her husband, Gary; daughters, Shari Miller and Shana Purves; and son, Kevin Oxley. She was blessed with seven grandchildren: Shari’s daughter and son, Ashley and Tanner; Shana’s chil0$5&,$ - dren, Mackenzie, Blake and Kendall; as well as 2;/(< Kevin’s daughters, Makayla and Matilyn Jayde. She also had three great-grandchildren: Ashley’s daughters, Zoey, Kynli and Lennon. Her sister, Norene (Kirby) Stolte, as well as several nieces and nephews also remain. Her parents preceded her in death. Marcia was quite passionate about her love for Jesus Christ, her marriage and her children. Marcia was born April 17, 1948, in Bremen, to Velorus (Hangy) D. and Lois I. (Drilling) Stouder. She grew up in Etna Green, where she was an active member of the Church of Christ. She attended elementary and middle school in Etna Green and graduated from Triton High School, Bourbon, with the class of 1966. In the fall of 1966, Marcia met her husband-to-be, Gary Oxley, at a dance at the Wawasee Ski Lodge. It was love at first sight and they married April 29, 1967. In June 1967, Gary was drafted and spent two years proudly serving his country, including a year in Vietnam, while his bride supported him at home. Marcia and Gary spent 54 years together traveling, golfing and exploring almost 80,000 miles on their Harley. With several good friends, they explored the USA, Canada and Mexico. Their 50th wedding anniversary was celebrated on an Alaskan cruise. Fulfilling a dream of Marcia’s, their last trip was to Graceland. Anyone who knew her knew she was a dedicated Elvis fan. Marcia also travelled annually for 15 years with the Tatas. Five girls who were not only related, but incredibly good friends: her sister, Norene; aunt, Gloria Stackhouse; and cousins, Darcy McDaniel and LuCinda Julian. When Marcia did something, it was with 100% dedication. She was employed by Orthopedic Equipment Company in Bourbon, OEC Medical Systems and Zimmer USA in Warsaw and Phoenix. She retired as a product specialist from Zimmer in 2000. A celebration of Marcia’s life will be held at the Etna Green Church of Christ at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Marcia’s name to Faith Hospice of Arizona, 426 N. 44th St., Suite 405, Phoenix, AZ 85008, or to the organization of the donor’s choice.

Russell G. Adams

Russell G. “Russ” Adams, 74, North Webster, died at 8:30 p.m. Feb. 22, 2021. He was born June 16, 1946. On June 29, 1974, he married Sandra Sue “Sandy” Kiser. She preceded him in death Oct. 31, 2015. Surviving are sons, Jacob Adams, North Webster, and James Adams, Columbia City; and a granddaughter. Cremation took place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw. Graveside services were held Feb. 27 at Mentone Cemetery. Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster, was in charge of arrangements.

David J. Bertman

David J. Bertman, 73, Warsaw, died Feb. 26, 2021.

He was born Dec. 27, 1947. On May 8, 1976, he married Lynn Madaras. She preceded him in death Jan. 5, 2009. He was engaged to Barbara Hudson, who survives. Also surviving are sons, Eric Bertman and Aaron Bertman, Mishawaka; two grandchildren; two nephews; and a niece. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, March 4, at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw. Services will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. A graveside committal will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 5, at St. Joseph Cemetery, South Bend.

Janet L. Buchholz Janet L. Buchholz, 87, Warsaw, died at 1:19 p.m. Feb. 23, 2021. She was born Aug. 4, 1933. On July

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Lucile June Chupp Lucile June (Hoover) Chupp, 87, Mishawaka, died Feb. 23, 2021. She was born May 9, 1933. On Sept. 2, 1956, she married Menno L. Chupp, who preceded her in death. Surviving are her children, Ronald Chupp, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Kenneth Chupp, Warsaw, James Chupp, Caddo Mills, Texas, David Chupp, Bedford, Texas, Doug Chupp, Millersburg, Brenda Bertha, Mishawaka, and Teresa Chupp, Wills Point, Texas; 16 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a brother, John Hoover, Glen Flora, Wis.; and a sister, Ruth Patton, New Paris. Services were held Feb. 28 at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, Goshen. Interment was in Yellow Creek Mennonite Church Cemetery, Goshen. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth E. Croussore Kenneth Edward Croussore, 80, South Whitley, died at 2:35 a.m. Feb. 23, 2021. He was born Dec. 9, 1940. On Nov. 8, 1985, he married Brenda Diane Karst; she survives. He is also survived by a daughter, Denise Constantine, Georgia; a stepdaughter, Lisa Minnick, Columbia City; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Sharon Giordano, Dixie Renfroe, Cindy Gaff and Trina Fetchik, all of South Whitley; and a brother, Tom Wheeler, Pierceton. There will be no services. Smith and Son Miller Chapel, South Whitley, is in charge of arrangements.

Tom E. Danner Tom E. Danner, 61, died at 6:03 p.m. Feb. 18, 2021. He was born Dec. 22, 1959. On July 26, 1980, he married Nancy; she survives. Also surviving are sons, Brent Danner, Carmel, and David Danner, North Webster; four grandsons; and brothers, Kurt Danner, Bourbon, and Dan Danner, Bloomington. A graveside service was held Feb. 23 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Bourbon. A celebration of his life will be held later this year. Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, was in charge of arrangements.

Constance J. Dausman Constance “Connie” Josiane Dausman, 67, Leesburg, died at 7:52 a.m. Feb. 27, 2021. She was born Sept. 27, 1953. On Nov. 8, 1975, she married Terry Dausman; he survives. Also surviving are sons, Chad Wagoner, Evans City, Pa., Derrick Dausman, Warsaw, and Andrew Dausman, Ellwood City, Pa.; ﬁve grandchildren; and brothers, C’esaire and Rollin. Visitation will be from 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw. Services will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will take place privately Thursday, March 4, at Leesburg Cemetery.

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John R. DeYoung, 87, Warsaw, died at 12:25 p.m. Feb. 8, 2021. He was born Sept. 6, 1933. On Jan. 6, 1970, he married Teresa G. Stack. She preceded him in death Sept. 7, 2015. He is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Shingler, Warsaw; two grandchildren; and a sister, Jeanie DeYoung, Wisconsin. Cremation will take place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw. No services are planned.

Ferris E. Fisher Jr.

Ferris E. Fisher Jr., 86, Etna Green, died at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 9, 2021. He was born Feb. 28, 1934.

Surviving are his daughters, Anna Marie Logan, Alaska, and Cynthia Scott Clark, Arkansas; a son, Ferris Fisher III (Bobbie Baca), Texas; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. In accordance with the family’s wishes, cremation services are being provided. A graveside celebration of life will be held in the spring of 2021 at Etna Green Cemetery. Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, is in charge of arrangements.

George Luis Gonzalez

George Luis Gonzalez, 61, Warsaw, died at 3:05 p.m. Feb. 23, 2021. He was born June 27, 1959. Surviving are siblings, Claribel and Mirta Gonzalez, both of Puerto Rico, Bernardo Jr. Gonzalez, Las Vegas, Nev., and Calos Gonzalez, Winona Lake. George’s ﬁnal resting place will be in Puerto Rico. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Vera M. Graber

Vera M. Graber, 61, Goshen, died at 2:24 p.m. Feb. 21, 2021. She was born April 3, 1959. She is survived by a daughter, Tawna Bair, Goshen; a son, Matthew Robison, Milford; four grandchildren; and a brother, Ervin Graber, Nappanee. Services were held Feb. 27 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Burial was in Union Center Cemetery.

Heather Nicole Hobbs

Heather Nicole Hobbs, 37, Fort Wayne, died at 1:25 a.m. Feb. 14, 2021. She was born Oct. 29, 1983. Surviving are her children, Jadin A. Parrett, South Whitley, Kaidyn O. Hobbs, Warsaw, and Cayson A. Hobbs, Laketon; a grandchild; her mother, Donna K. Krider, South Whitley; her father, Mark B. Hobbs, North Manchester; brothers, Eric Estep, Warsaw, and Justin M. Hobbs, Venice, Fla.; stepsisters, Raychel A. Stevens, Wabash, Mariah C. Krider, Wabash, Jessica M. Sparks, Huntington, and Sarah A. Shreve, Buchanan, Mich.; and her grandmother, Elizabeth Estep, North Manchester. Services were held Feb. 20 at Smith & Sons Funeral Home. Burial was in South Whitley Cemetery.

Lonnie E. Hochstetler

Lonnie E. Hochstetler, 84, Nappanee, died at 3:10 a.m. Feb. 24, 2021. He was born Oct. 13, 1936. On June 16, 1957, he married Verba D. Mullet. She preceded him in death Sept. 15, 2016. Surviving are his children, Everett R. Hochstetler, Patricia D. Schrock, Dale A. Hochstetler, Brian E. Hochstetler, Wanita F. Kuhns and James A. Hochstetler, all of Nappanee, Randal L. Hochstetler, Bremen, Ernest D. Hochstetler, Milford; 41 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; brothers, Marvin Hochstetler, Goshen, and Earl Hochstetler, Nappanee; and a sister, Ellen Chupp, Nappanee. Services were held Feb. 27 at the family residence. Burial was in Weldy Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

David J. Keiling

David J. Keiling, 74, Bourbon, died at 9:50 a.m. Jan. 15, 2021. He was born July 5, 1946. On Nov. 19, 1976, he married Roxanna Ellsworth; she survives. He is also survived by a daughter, Penny Westfall, Elkhart; sons, David Keiling, Edwardsburg, Mich., and Timothy Keiling, Cassopolis, Mich.; ﬁve grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Caton, Middlebury. Cremation took place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw. No services are planned. Private family burial will take place in West Virginia.

Dorothy I. Mikowski

Dorothy I. Mikowski, 90, Warsaw, formerly of Benton Harbor, Mich., died at 10:15 a.m. Feb. 22, 2021. She was born May 9, 1930. On Nov. 26, 1949, she married Martin Mike Mikowski. He preceded her in death Dec. 17, 2008. She is survived by a son, Rob Mikowski, Warsaw. Private graveside services will be held at North Shore Memory Gardens, Coloma, Mich. Owen Family Funeral

Home, Syracuse, is in charge of arrangements.

Sharon A. Moore

Sharon A. Moore, 73, Goshen, died at 1:20 a.m. Feb. 18, 2021. She was born Nov. 10, 1947. She is survived by a son, Kenneth J. Moore, Syracuse; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Betty Hochlander, Rochester, N.Y. Cremation will take place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw. Services will be held at a later date. Private burial will be in Perinton, N.Y.

Alejandro Moyotl

Alejandro Moyotl, 61, Warsaw, died Feb. 15, 2021. He was born Feb. 19, 1959. On March 12, 1977, he married Gloria Cielo; she survives. Also surviving are sons, Luis Moyotl, Omar Moyotl and Santiago Moyotl, all of Warsaw; daughters, Leticia Moyotl, Bristol, Alejandra Moyotl, Warsaw, Joana Moyotl, Mexico, Judith Moyotl, Lourdes Moyotl and Reveca Moyotl, all of Warsaw; 18 grandchildren; one greatgrandchild; a brother, Procoro Moyotl; and sisters, Remigia, Constantina and Cristina Moyotl, all of San Gregorio Zacapechpan, Puebla, Mexico. 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.

Christopher A. Peterson Christopher Alan “Chris” Peterson, 46, Syracuse, died at 9:10 p.m. Feb. 23, 2021. He was born Sept. 23, 1974. Surviving are sons, Lukas, Jack and Tyler Peterson; his mother, Cindy Peterson, Syracuse; and a sister, Janay Hackleman, Syracuse. Cremation will take place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw. A celebration of life service was held Feb. 28 at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse. Private burial will take place in the McClintic Cemetery at a later date.

Carl Lynn Poe

Carl Lynn Poe, 62, Milford, died at 4:12 a.m. Feb. 25, 2021. He was born June 17, 1958. On June 24, 1995, he married Beverly Ritchie; she survives. Also surviving are daughters, Casey Claypool, Fort Wayne, and Amy Poe, Elkhart; three grandchildren; a brother, Joe Miller, North Manchester; and a sister, Debbie Ryan, Bristol. A memorial service was held March 2 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Cam Rathbun

Cam Rathbun, 69, Warsaw, formerly of rural Akron, died at 7:29 p.m. Feb. 26, 2021. He was born Dec. 25, 1951. On July 28, 1979, he married Patricia M. Braman; she survives. Also surviving are daughters, Gail Crone, Walkerton, and Heather Buckley, Osceola; three grandchildren; and sisters, Carol Boyer, Mentone, and Sandy Shepherd, Akron. A private service will be held with interment taking place in Mentone Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Friday, March 5, at King Memorial Home, 101 N. Tucker St., Mentone. Masks will be required for all who are in attendance.

Acencion Gonzalez Rojas

Acencion Gonzalez Rojas, 62, Lagos de Moreno, Mexico, died Feb. 20, 2021. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Mona Lynn Shepherd

Mona Lynn Shepherd, 68, Silver Lake, died at 1:15 a.m. Feb. 23, 2021. She was born Aug. 1, 1952. On Aug. 1, 1992, she married Richard “Dick” Shepherd; he survives. Also surviving are her children, Adam Noffsinger, Elkhart, Tina Kingston, East Longmeadow, Mass., and Rick Shepherd, Warsaw; brothers, Mike Overmyer, Bloomington, and Mitch Overmyer, Fort Wayne; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

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Ten-digit dialing in Indiana’s 219 and 574 area codes Beginning Saturday, Apr. 24, everyone in northern Indiana’s 219 and 574 telephone area codes is encouraged to start using 10 digits, rather than seven, to make local phone calls. (For example, callers should start dialing “219-555-5555” or “574-555-5555” instead of “5555555.”) This will help ease into the upcoming transition to mandatory 10-digit dialing for local calls within the 219 and 574 area codes. Local calls made with seven digits will still work until Oct. 24, to allow everyone ample time to adjust to the new dialing pattern and to make any required system changes before 10-digit dialing becomes mandatory for local calls. The change to 10-digit dialing is necessary to accommodate the national “988” National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, as designated by the Federal Communications Commission. All telecommunications providers in the United States are required to implement the three-

digit 9-8-8 dialing code for the hotline by July 16, 2022. Under the FCC order, 10-digit dialing must be in place before then for any area code with a “988” preﬁx. Timeframe And Guidance For 219/574 Area Effective Apr. 24, you should start using 10 digits whenever you place a local call from the 219 or 574 area code (dialing the area code followed by the number’s remaining digits). If you forget and dial just seven digits (through Oct. 24), your call will still be completed. Starting Oct. 24, you must use 10-digit dialing for all local phone calls. After this date, if you do not use 10 digits, your call will not be completed and a recording will instruct you to hang up and dial again. Beginning July 16, 2022, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will be reachable by calling the three-digit 9-8-8 code. The

lifeline can be reached before and after that date at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). The most important facts for residential consumers and businesses in these area codes to know are: • Your telephone number, including current area code, will not change. • You will need to dial area code + telephone number (a total of 10 digits) for all local calls in the 219 and 574 areas. • You will continue to dial 1 + area code + telephone number (a total of 11 digits) for all long-distance calls. • Calls local now will remain local. • 10-digit dialing for local calls will not change the price of a call, your coverage area or other rates and services. • You can still dial three digits to reach 911 for emergency services. • You can continue to dial three digits to dial 211 (social services),

Reps. Snow, Leonard work to protect Hoosier farmers The House Agriculture and Rural Development Committee recently voted to advance legislation authored by State Rep. Craig Snow (R-Warsaw) and co-authored by Dan Leonard (R-Huntington) helping Hoosier grain farmers recoup losses when facing grain mill failures. The Indiana Grain Indemnity Fund protects Hoosier grain farmers from ﬁnancial losses in the event a state-licensed grain buyer, grain bank or warehouse fails. The fund is supported by a 0.2% premium on the gross value of all grain marketed to licensed grain buyers. In the event of a licensed grain buyer failure, 100% of stored grain and 80% of other grain transactions are covered, up to 15 months before the date of failure. Snow’s proposal would establish stronger standards for deferred

pricing agreements, also known as delayed payment agreements, which farmers and grain buyers enter into so farmers can move their grain and set a selling price at a later date. Under Snow’s legislation, grain buyers could only enter into an agreement that extends one year from the date of grain delivery, following the market standard. Snow said this would help better determine who qualiﬁes for compensation from the grain indemnity fund when a grain buyer cannot fulﬁll its deferred pricing agreements. “Between following market rates and counting on the weather each growing season, farming can be risky,” Snow said. “The Indiana Grain Indemnity Fund provides some layer of protection for grain farmers, but we want to make sure it will continue to be useful for all parties involved in these massive

transactions. This legislation will provide grain buyers and farmers tools to address potential problems before they result in catastrophic losses.” Leonard said the legislation is the result of grain elevators Salamonie Mills and Agland Grain in Huntington and Wells counties failing and closing, leaving some farmers without payment. “These local cases were unfortunate for all involved, but sometimes instances like these provide an opportunity to improve laws to help others in the future,” said Leonard. “After applying what we’ve learned, it’s my belief the bill offers better protections for our Hoosier farmers.” House Bill 1483 now moves to the full House of Representatives for further consideration. Visit iga. in.gov for more information.

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personal or pet ID tags and microchips and other items to ensure that the phone number includes the area code. Any safety and security equipment, including medical alert devices and alarm systems, must be programmed for mandatory 10-digit local dialing unless the calls are already directed to tollfree or long-distance telephone numbers. If you are not sure whether your equipment needs to be reprogrammed, contact your medical alert or security provider. All necessary reprogramming must be completed before Oct. 24. To avoid last-minute issues, consumers are strongly encouraged to address any needed changes as soon as possible after Apr. 24, when the six-month transition period begins.

OBITUARIES Continued from page 8 A memorial service was held March 1 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.

Larry M. Spurling Larry M. Spurling, 76, rural Columbia City, died at 4:45 a.m. Feb. 20, 2021. He was born May 27, 1944. On March 2, 1968, he married Deborah M. Grabner; she survives. Also surviving are his children, Jennifer Shew and Kevin Spurling, both of Columbia City; ﬁve grandchildren; brothers, Robert N. Spurling, Syracuse, and Tom Spurling, Cromwell; and a daughter-in-law, Becky Spurling, Cromwell. Services were held Feb. 25 at Blue River Church of the Brethren, Columbia City. Burial was in Blue River Cemetery. Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City, was in charge of arrangements.

Patricia Ann Wallen Patricia Ann Wallen, 71, Albion, died at 11 p.m. Feb. 24, 2021. She was born July 8, 1949. She mar-

ried Dan Mcclone; they divorced. She then married Bill Wallen, who preceded her in death. Surviving are her children, Thad Mcclone, Tara Mcclone, Melissa Chappell and Melanie Wallen; six grandchildren; and a sister, Louise Mellot. No services will be conducted at this time. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw, is in charge of arrangements.

Terry L. Walters Terry L. Walters, 65, Warsaw, died Feb. 24, 2021. He was born Sept. 17, 1955. On Aug. 10, 1985, he married Michele Meredith; she survives. Also surviving are his children, Foster Dutton, East Point, Ky., Lisa Hoppus, Desiree Schwartz and Larissa Vondettei, all of Warsaw; siblings, Leslie Golden, Carmen Fraley, Tami Spencer, Eddrel Walters and Dawn Spears; 12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation was held Feb. 27 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. A private family gathering is scheduled for a later date.

COUNTY REPORT Court News Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Warsaw Health System LLC c/o Komyatte & Casbon PC v. David Adkins, $6,991.53;v. Karla Crawford, $1,014.06; v. Jimmy Marsillet, $3,578.35 Sherri Makinson v. Deja Fear, $1,410; v. Austin Ferguson and Rebekha Mikel, $1,615 McArthur Counseling Center v. Martin Rangel, $1,485.53 General Audit Corporation v. Lisa Rivera, $3,019.31 Stephanie Coates v. Martin Rodgriguez, $3,150 Enchanted Hills Community Association Inc. v. Terry Thomas, $1,535

Civil Collections The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher Kehler presiding: Cavalry SPVI LLC v. Jared Beer, $2,318.24 Unifund CCR LLC v. Kevin Bruss, $3,749.89 Nationwide Cassel LLC v. Justin and Raven Donovan, $8,539.75 Teachers Credit Union v. Morgan Hepler, $13,204.81 Crown Asset Management LLC v. Faron Hurd, $1,564.41

Plenaries The following plenary has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court

I, Judge Michael Reed presiding State of Indiana Ex Rel. Curtis T. v. Lacy Francis Jr., $995,707 Progressive Paloverde Insurance Company v. David Jorgenson, $3,927.94

Plenaries The following plenary has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding: Progressive Paloverde Insurance Company v. Kayla Lamb $2,758.46; v. Jamie Miller, $4,368.10

Superior Court II The following infractions have been ﬁled in Kosciusko Superior Court II, Judge Torrey Bauer presiding: Driving while suspended — Blayne Himes, Warsaw, $185.50 Open alcoholic beverage container during motor vehicle operation — Christopher Konkle, Warsaw, $160 Speeding — Danielle Randall, Warsaw, $160.50; Anthony Henley, Warsaw, $160.50; Casey Whitehurst, Leesburg, $160.50; Rafael ArechigaGomora, Warsaw, $160.50; Mark Brown, Warsaw, $160.50; Mario Duran, Warsaw, $160.50; Maria Duron, Winona Lake, $160.50; Blake Tipton, Silver Lake, $160.50; Sophia Long, Warsaw, $160.50; Kumara Gopu, Warsaw, $160.50; Francisco Rivera, Warsaw, $160.50;v. Sarah Porter, South Whitley, $160.50; Juan Ramirez, North Manchester, $160.50; Edmond Crousore, Warsaw, $160.50; Brandon Dunn, Leesburg, $160.50 Failure to register — Abigail Tamplin, Warsaw, $160.50; Lauren

Brofford, Akron, $160.50 Unlawful hunting of migratory birds — Jacob Lisenby, Claypool, $160 No valid driver’s license — Rafael Bautista, Warsaw, $160.50 Operating with expired plates — Matthew Schmidt, Winona Lake, $160 Disregarding stop sign and learner’s permit violation — Myron Borkholder, Nappanee, $185.50 Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Brett Gregory, Claypool, $25; Cade Krider, Silver Lake, $25; Sean Berwanger, Syracuse, $25; Adam Hyde, Warsaw, $25; Gustavo Yepez, Warsaw, $25; Douglas Gillard, Warsaw, $25; Taylor Lemaster, Syracuse, $25; Jeremy Lukens, Warsaw, $25; Martha Sharp, Wabash, $25 Distracted driving — Diana Watters, Warsaw, $160.50 Illegal passing of stopped school bus — Lindsey Taubert, Winona Lake, $160.50

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

Singh-Kaur Sahib Singh, 30, Syracuse, and Amarjit Kaur, 28, Syracuse

Rhodes-Eryman Tyler Joe Rhodes, 24, Leesburg, and Brittany Lynn Eryman, 26, Leesburg

Swick-Shepherd Kayla Kadean Shepherd, 30, Warsaw, and Terry J. Swick, 29, Warsaw

Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have ﬁled for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Larsen — Kirstyn Larsen, Warsaw, and Jonathan Larsen, Lagro. Married: Dec. 28, 2018. Separated: Feb. 24, 2021. There are no minor children. Roes — Christopher Roes, Cromwell, and Crystal Roes, Cromwell. Married: Oct. 25, 2013. Separated: Feb. 18, 2021. There is one minor child. Kingsbury — Lindsay Kingsbury, Warsaw, and Michael Kingsbury, South Bend. Married: May 20, 2006. Separated: Feb. 15, 2021. There is one minor child. Dunton — David Dunton, North Webster, and Amanda Dunton, Blanchester, Ohio. Married: July 31, 2007. Separated: 2015. There are no minor children. Norris — Janelle Norris, Mentone, and Daron Norris, Mentone. Married: May 3, 2010. Separated: Feb. 19, 2021. There are no minor children. Kennedy-Kasson — Mandy Kennedy, Warsaw, and Joshua Kasson, Kalamazoo, Mich. Married: May 2017. Separated: May 2020. There are no minor children. Hanson — Patricia Hanson, Lees-

burg, and Christopher Hanson, Warsaw. Married: Aug. 29, 1991. Separated: Jan. 19, 2021. There are no minor children. Daugherty-Whetstone — Garland Daugherty, Mentone, and Tami Whetstone, Plymouth. Married: Sept. 2, 2020. Separated: Feb. 16, 2021. There are no minor children. Durham — Angelique Durham, Warsaw, and Ben Durham, Warsaw. Married: April 7, 2008. Separated: Feb. 23, 2021. There are no minor children.

Births Sadie Marie Schwartz Lamar and Elaine Schwartz, Etna Green, are the parents of a daughter, Sadie Marie, born at 8:34 p.m. Feb. 21, 2021, at Bremen Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Sadie joins three siblings: Ernest, 11; Ava, 10; and Phillip, 3. Kennedy Lynn Claud Carter and Heather Claud, Syracuse, are the parents of a daughter, Kennedy Lynn, born at 9:54 p.m. Feb. 25, 2021, at Goshen Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 11.2 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long. Sadie Grace Stutzman Eli and Hannah (Gingerich) Stutzman, Syracuse, are the parents of a daughter, Sadie Grace, born at 12:54 a.m. Feb. 26, 2021, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 7 pounds, 4.5 ounces and was 22 inches long. Sadie joins a brother, Travis.

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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:

Nick-Copas Auction 9 a.m. Saturday, March 6, at the Hahn Auction building, 401 S. Oakland Ave., Nappanee. Estate of Jim Nick plus property of John and Sue Copas and others.

Sam And Marilyn Miller, Owners 9 a.m. Saturday, March 6, at 14704 CR 28, Goshen (from US 20-SR 13 intersection near Middlebury, 2 miles south on SR 13 to CR 26; then west 2½ miles). J & S Auc-

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North Webster Real Estate Auction Inspections: 8-10 a.m. Saturday, March 13, and 1-3 p.m. Sunday, March 21, at 302 W. Washington St., North Webster. Auction online only: 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 16, through 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 23, at schrader. nextlot.com. Owners Malcolm Joe Beezley, Sheila Beezley and Teresa Day. Schrader Real Estate and Auction Co., auction manager Luke Schrader

McLallin Estate 9 a.m. Saturday, March 13, at 7463 W. Gilbert Lake Road, Kimmell (3½ miles west of Wolf Lake: from north

edge of town, west on CR 100S for 3 miles; road bends left to become Gilbert Lake Road; continue southwest ½ mile). Tractors and many other vehicles, plus primitives and collectibles. Tractors and other large items sell at 11 a.m. Lewis McLallin estate. Hahn Auctioneers, sale manager Brian Wuthrich

Jonas Jr. and Erma Miller, Owners 9 a.m. Saturday, March 13, at 65080 CR 43, Millersburg (2 miles north of town on SR 13 to CR 38; east 1 mile to CR 43; location is at southeast corner of intersection). Farm and shop equipment, Belgian horses. Chupp Auctions

Kosciusko County Old Jail Museum reopens The Old Jail Museum will reopen to the public for a new season Wednesday, March 3. Museum hours will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. According to a Facebook post, in addition to a number of new exhibits the “John Dillinger Experience” has been held over for another year. This exhibit features a number of authen-

tic Dillinger artifacts as well as photos and other items of interest. The Old Jail Museum is currently planning for the two-day “Dillinger Raid” that was originally scheduled to take place in 2020. The event will feature historic tours, a jail open house, craft show, classic car show, children’s activities and food

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The Goodwill Career Centers offers monthly job workshops The Goodwill Career Centers offer monthly workshops that can be completed in increments, with assessments and certiﬁcations upon completion. This is the place to prepare for a growing business and manufacturing world that demands more digital literacy and online and tech skills, as well as soft skills. No experience is necessary. Goodwill wants to ensure that services are safe for everyone. Be aware of the following guidelines set in place for safety: • Follow CDC guidelines and do not enter if you have a fever, cough, shortness of breath, nausea, or a sore throat. • Masks will be worn by all Goodwill staff. • All guests must wear a mask. • Increased cleaning and sanitation processes are in place. • Follow safe social distancing and stay 6 feet away from others. Scholarship opportunities are available for Google IT Automation with a Python Professional Certiﬁcate. Knowing how to write code to solve problems and automate solutions is a crucial skill for anybody in IT. Python, in particular, is now the most in-demand programming language by employers. This program builds on IT foundations to help take one’s career to the next level. It is designed to provide IT professionals with in-demand skills, including Python, Git, and IT automation

that can help advance your career. Scholarships are available for a limited time only. Contact the career center for more information via email, CareerCenterManagers@Goodwill-NI.org. Basic Internet skills assessments are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 9 and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 11. Assess internet knowledge to see how conﬁdent you are with navigating the web. The assessment topics will range from using a web browser, various apps, understanding the cloud, accessing information, documents, web searching, logging into accounts, and more. Tutorials for training on basic internet skills are also offered in conjunction with the assessment. The tutorial utilizes video and text and will offer a quiz for those who want to further test their knowledge and receive a certiﬁcate of completion. A job fair will be from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 16. Goodwill’s Career Center in Warsaw is hosting the job fair for Cardinal Services and Goodwill with a variety of job openings and positions and pay ranges. Be prepared to interview on the spot and ready to provide information for an online job application. Dress professionally and drop in for more information to jump start your career or for a change in career. Everyone is required to wear a mask over nose and mouth when participating in the event.

Reiff named Student of the Month for work-based learning Wawasee High School’s workbased learning program is a college and career readiness course designed to provide opportunities for students to explore and experience careers that require additional degrees or certiﬁcations following high school. The emphasis of the experience is on applying skills developed through instruction and on learning new career competencies at the internship site. This paid or unpaid internship is tailored to the unique needs and interests of the student and is considered a high school capstone experience toward graduation and the fulﬁllment of the student’s meaningful future plan. There are 60-80 juniors and seniors in the WBL program. Student of the Month for February is Ellamae Reiff. “We are so proud of Ella for being chosen as Student of the Month,” said Sara Randolph of Telos Farm. “Ella plays a critical role to the daily functions of our horse farm, Telos Farm Warmbloods. We breed and raise young horses for future careers in sport, such as dressage and eventing.” “The care needed to provide quality nutrition, housing, farm husbandry, and basic training is extensive with horses, and she gladly jumped right in. She ensures that our broodmares, babies, and riding horses have feed and vitamins measured precisely, fresh clean water in their stalls and pastures, manages manure removal to ensure low parasite-burdens, maintains a tidy barn, and gives personal care to every horse. “A horse person gets to know her animals, to know them so well that

(//$0$( 5(,)) when something is slightly amiss, it becomes forefront. Ella treats the horses as her own and I know 100% that she will notice if something is slightly amiss with any of them. Catching these things early can save a lot of heartache and vet bills. Ella also enjoys grooming and handling the horses, making sure they receive plenty of quality attention, and look great to boot. She added, “We rely on Ella to manage our horse farm and we could not do it without her excellent diligence and expertise. Our herd is her herd.” Following are some questions posed to Reiff by the Pathways Cooperative ofﬁce: 1. Tell us about yourself.

“I am currently a senior at Wawasee High School. While attending, I became involved with FFA. I’ve held many positions throughout my years, but the one that I feel honored in holding is being the chapter president for the 2020-21 school year. During my junior year, I was able to join the National Honor Society. Also, I’m currently going into my 10th year of participating in 4-H with my club, the Pierceton Hayseeds. I also attend church at Dutchtown Brethren along with my family. “Along with my parents, I have one younger sibling — a brother that attends Wawasee Middle School. We’re both involved with my parents grain farm operation. In particular, we help with a variety of tasks during the spring planting and fall harvest.” 2. Why is the company you work for good for your future? “Telos Farm Warmbloods is good for my future because it has given me the opportunity to improve myself on taking responsibility for taking care of the horses while managing the other aspects of my life. Also, it has improved my skill in communicating and asking questions.” 3. What are your future goals/ plans? “I will be attending Purdue University in the fall to major in agricultural communications and agribusiness with a minor in criminology. As I’ve grown up, I have gained a passion for advocating for the agriculture industry. Upon graduation, I hope to get a job that uses my newly-gained knowledge in the agricultural communications and/or agribusiness ﬁeld.”

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Matthews’ Painting Company staff volunteers their time The staff at Matthews’ Painting Company recently volunteered their time to “paint it forward” for Connie Jordan. Her daughter, Kristi Gregory, nominated her mother to receive a free paint job on her living room and hall ceiling, walls, trim and doors. The work was completed Saturday, Feb. 6. Here is what she wrote when she nominated her mother: “My mom is 85, and she has always taken care of everyone. She adopted three children and was the best role model I could ever

ask for. Her unconditional love for me was the example of Christ in my life. She has been wanting her living room painted for a few years, has a few colors on the wall, but never was able to get it done due to health reasons. This would bless her more than you could imagine. I hope you will consider her for this great gift.” To nominate someone for the next “paint it forward” job, ﬁll out the short application at www. matthewspainting.com/paint-itforward. For more details, call Matthews’ Painting Company at (574) 834-3575.

Local students named to dean’s list A total of 13,128 students enrolled during the fall 2020 term at the University of Alabama made the dean’s list with academic records of 3.5 or above (on a 4.0 scale). The UA dean’s list recognizes full-time undergraduate students. The list does not apply to graduate students or undergraduate students who take less than a full course load. Spence Trick of North Manchester was named to the dean’s list. Lewis University Meghan Bontrager of Milford was named to Lewis University’s dean’s list for the 2020 fall semester. Bontrager is studying sport

management at Lewis University. Just under 1,600 students were honored on the dean’s list. To be eligible for this honor, students must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours during the semester with a grade point average of at least 3.5 and with no “D” or “F” grades. Manchester University Manchester University’s 62 pharmacy doctoral students were named to the fall 2020 dean’s list, including: Bourbon — Lexee Lemler North Manchester — Eric Beard, Riley McCafferty Warsaw — Carson Gilliam

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He monitors credit quality and works with bankers to grow the bank’s commercial loan portfolio. Sloan has a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University Kelley School of Business. Kelsey Jenkins has been promoted to assistant vice president, senior loan administration officer. Jenkins assists commercial banking officers with loan closings, loan documentation, inspections and paycheck protection program loans. Jenkins is a member of the Northern Indiana Chapter of the Risk Management Association and volunteers with Junior Achievement. Stacy Price has been promoted to assistant vice president, senior financial analyst. Price is responsible for profitability reporting, incentive compensation planning and reporting, management reporting and data analytics. She has been with the bank for 15 years. Price has a bachelor’s degree in business from Indiana University South Bend. Steven Burnside has been promoted to assistant vice president, investment officer. Burnside provides investment management and financial planning services to individual, family and institutional clients of the Wealth Advisory Group. Burnside has a bachelor’s degree in finance from IUSB and an MBA from Indiana University Kelley School of Business. He is a certified financial planner and volunteers with Junior Achievement. Ashley Gott has been pro-

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