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While Kosciusko County has a heritage of scientific research dating back to 1875, The Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams has closely studied local lakes since 2007.

Fifteen years ago, a small group of persistent community members and leaders established Kosciusko Lakes & Streams. Two name changes, 15 years and hundreds of supporters later, the Lilly Center is more innovative and focused than ever.

The Lilly Center intentionally studies the lakes and streams in Kosciusko County in-depth, according to Abby Logan, Lilly Center’s public relations specialist. Through strategic research, detailed scientific analysis and weekly sampling, the center gathers essential, high-quality data on Kosciusko County waterways. Then, using education and collaboration, it equips community members to better protect natural resources.

Beginning in 2010, the Lilly Center launched an ambitious strategic research project: a study of Kosciusko County’s largest lakes to assess cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, toxins.

“We offer weekly algae toxin updates from June to August every year,” said Logan. “Our hope is that community members will be able to use our data to make the best decisions for

their families.”

Dr. Nate Bosch is the director of the Lilly Center. He received his doctorate in 2007 from the University of Michigan in the field of limnology, the study of freshwater lakes. He also does podcasts.

The Classroom Lake Experience program is one of the Lilly Center’s most well-loved programs.

It enhances a classroom’s existing schedule by giving students a visual for local lake ecosystems.

“We have about 30 aquariums in local classrooms,” said Logan. “We have also added them in school libraries.”

The aquariums usually hold five to eight native fish, a combination of red-ear sunfish, smallmouth bass, gold shiners, perch and channel catfish. Throughout the school year, students observe the habitats of the fish and learn about related topics. Since the fish are found in lakes throughout Kosciusko County, students are also gaining firsthand knowledge about what local fish like to eat and how they prefer to live.

All classroom aquariums are sponsored by local organizations, and are installed at the beginning of the school year. Lilly Center aquarium team members maintain the tank, cleaning it and refilling food every two to three weeks.

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The Lilly Center also frequently collaborates with local businesses and organizations as well as local government.

“We support their work with our research, enabling them to make databacked decisions,” Logan said.

For the first time, the center is hosting a summer-long, countywide scavenger hunt called Lake Quest.

“Our hope is that you will explore new parts of the county, make new memories on the lakes, and win fun prizes,” said Logan.

The hunt will start on Memorial Day and end Labor Day. Throughout the summer, people can complete challenges to win points. These points can lead Continued on page 3

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Using a nail kit she bought off Amazon, she would do her friends nails charging $15 to $20 for a set. After that summer everything just started to grow, “You never really know something is growing until it has grown.” Sizemore said, and that is exactly what happened, a small side hobby quickly turned into a full blown business.

Starting at a young age, Sizemore would always have her nails done, beginning with her seventh grade formal when her mom took her to the nail salon.

After that she never stopped going. Since she went so often, there were plenty of times where she was disappointed with how her nails came out, she didn’t feel comfortable in the salon, or the atmosphere was just off.

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Sizemore’s next step in furthering her business is to become licensed, she is currently looking at cosmetology schools in Kokomo. After getting her license she wants to move to Texas and grow her business.

Being so young Sizemore handles so much backlash from everyone. People imply since she is so young she must be favored. Her pricing has always been questioned because of her age, but the work she puts into each set shows her age doesn’t define the quality of work she does.

Starting your own business is difficult for someone of any age, and Sizemore’s situation has been no exception. Being a teenager she’s had to learn how to balance her work life with everything else going on. Along with running her business she also has to manage and run her own social media, finish her high school classes to graduate early and deal with all the stress being thrown at her.

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graders during Read Across Kosciusko County.

This year marks the 18th anniversary of this literacy program. Unfortunately, because of no programs in 2020 and 2021, this will only be the 16th year.

KEYS students and adult volunteers visit all the elementary schools in Kosciusko County to read a book to second-grade students and emphasize the importance of reading. The same book is being simultaneously read in each school. Each classroom receives a copy of the book read to them, and, in addition, each second-grade student is given a different personal book to take home.

The statistics are: • 20 KEYS members.

• 32 adult volunteers.

• 16 elementary schools.

• 44 classrooms.

• Nearly 1,000 second graders.

• More than 1,100 books for students and schools.

“Read Across Kosciusko County is a great, hands-on way for KEYS members to practice their mission to impact education.

It is an opportunity to personally interact with and encourage reading to elementary students.

It also helps KEYS members to be better grant makers as they interact with the students who are impacted by the educational grants they award,” said Terrill Hooks, program officer of KCCF. KEYS’ members are students in grades eight through 12 from four school corporations in Kosciusko County: Lakeland Christian Academy, Tippecanoe Valley, Warsaw and Wawasee.

KEYS’ mission statement is: “To work together to positively impact and improve education in our community by providing aid, now and for future generations.”

For more information about KEYS, kcfoundation.org/grantssupporting-education.

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Kosciusko Area Bus Service has a new general manager.

Kosciusko County Commissioners approved Chad Kaltenbach for that role at their meeting Tuesday, March 29. Kaltenbach is to replace Tony Peterson, who’s taken a different role within Cardinal Services, which runs KABS, explained Cardinal Services Executive Director Matt Boren.

Boren noted Kaltenbach, a Kosciusko County native, comes into the position with much experience.

“He’s got 16 years of transportation experience either as a driver, as a trainer or as an administrative assistant within the transportation department,” said Boren. “He has been with Cardinal for four years and (has been) a driver and had some interest and desire to step up his responsibilities and take on more.”

Boren added Kaltenbach has met with Peterson to learn the responsibilities of being general manager.

“He’s got just a real passion for helping people and relates to Cardinal’s mission and purpose and so we’re really pleased to be able to present him and to have a candidate that we think is very qualified for the position,” said Boren.

Railroad Agreement Commissioners also heard from County Attorney Ed Ormsby the county has reached an agreement with Norfolk Southern Railroad.

That’s “for the closure and elimination of a highway grade crossing at CR 400E,” said Ormsby. “The agreement also requires that Norfolk Southern do some work with regard to the closure, some in-kind work that is due to be completed this summer. And the hope is that once that is done, we will have less railroad closures especially at SR 13.”

The county received $250,000 from the railroad due to the agreement, which was higher than the $80,000 originally to be received.

Ormsby said that was achieved

through negotiations.

In other business, the commissioners: • Approved a request allowing Lois Kunce to have her property be part of the Tippecanoe and Chapman Lakes Regional Sewer District. Her single-family residence is located on 2.67 acres at the intersection of Stanton Road and EMS T25 Lane south of Lake Tippecanoe on what was considered to be outside the district.

• Approved a request from Kosciusko County Community Corrections Director Barry Andrew to apply for two grants through the Indiana Department of Corrections. They are a $350,755 one for home detention and a $75,746 one for drug court.

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I would like to see that person take their own suggestion and sign their name and city. It is because people are so hostile toward members of a different political party it is good there is a place like Speak Out to share perspectives without having to worry about those who disagree showing up at their house to name-call, vandalize, or harass.

In the hot-tempered, accusatory political climate in our country right now, I say kudos to any paper providing a forum for civil debate. If only we could all be civil.

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In it she reveals the extent of American involvement with setting up Ukraine’s current President Zelensky and how American “Deep State” politicians are using Ukraine to launder taxpayer money for their own use.

She goes on to expose our financial support for the Azov Battalion, known for its extreme neo-Nazi stance and for its involvement in a number of terrorist attacks in various countries. More on that found in a Global Times article

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Two dogs are sought for ‘Legally Blonde’ auditions Does your dog have what it takes to be a star on Wagon Wheel’s stage?

It is searching for two dogs for its upcoming summer production of “Legally Blonde, the Musical.”

For the role of Bruiser, Elle’s dog, looking for a Chihuahua or any toysized pooch that would easily fit in a handbag. If you have outfits or accessories for your little one, it would love to see them.

For the role of Rufus, Paulette’s dog, looking for a British bulldog as appeared in the film. Wagon Wheel is open to other breeds, but they need to have a certain look about them: fairly bullish and robust, but not cute and fluffy.

The dogs must be relaxed, laid back, good with people and strangers, and enjoy a good fuss.

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Share thoughts on fisheries with DNR Anglers can share their opinions on Indiana DNR’s fisheries management using a survey that will be emailed the week of April 11.

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here, sit, etc., and doesn’t just wander off doing their own thing. The dogs are not expected to do tricks, but if they do, let them know at the audition.

Experience is not absolutely essential, but if the dog has some form of stage experience of being around large crowds it will be a huge bonus.

Even the most confident of dogs can suddenly be affected by the lights, the orchestra, and the huge round of applause they are bound to receive on their big entrance. Crate training is also a bonus while they are enjoying their time offstage.

Rehearsals begin June 3 and the show runs June 16-25. Minimal rehearsal is during the day and weekends, but mandatory rehearsals will be Tuesday, June 14 (evening), Wednesday, June 15 (afternoon and evening) and every performance.

See show schedule on Wagon Wheel’s website, www.wagonwheelcenter.org.

If you think your dog would suit the show, email a photo of the dog with a brief description to Jennifer Dow, associate artistic director, at jen@wagonwheelcenter.org. Don’t forget to include details and put “dog auditions” in the subject bar.

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Most of us had experience with art teachers beginning with our elementary school education. Our new exhibiting artist through June is one whose students were very fortunate.

Brenda (Hunter) Ramseier is an excellent teacher. She instilled a love of art in her students, but she is also an accomplished artist with a bounty of awards and recognition to her name. Ramseier is proficient in multiple mediums but currently enjoys pen and ink along with watercolor as her favorites.

“The Old Barn” is a good example of the quality of her work. Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery is proud to bring the work of Ramseier to our community to enjoy. The work of Ramseier is exceptional and you will want to visit it.

A Hoosier native, she enjoys capturing farms, barns, trees, nature scenes and other beauty that is part of her heritage.

A healthy education that included Bob Jones University, as

well as Manchester and Purdue universities, through which she received her teaching art credentials contributed greatly to her growth as an artist and teacher. Mentors who inspired her, and through whom she studied, have been Terry Armstrong, Gwen Gutwein, Henry Bell, and Rob O’Dell. Before retiring from Maconaquah School Corporation, she taught elementary and middle school art. But Ramseier is not one to remain idle. During the last 25 years, she won many honors and continued her love for teaching by providing workshops and offering classes for children and adults.

Among her large list of honors and awards include the prestigious Hoosier Salon, Honeywell Art Center, The Anderson Center for the Arts, Ventures in Creativity in Fort Wayne, LaFontaine Arts Council in Huntington, and Akron Area Art League. Among the notable awards are several Best of Show entries and numerous first, second and third place awards.

In 2014, she was named “Artist of the Year” by the Akron Area

Spring fling in Cromwell Cromwell-Kimmell Lions Club will be hosting a spring fling with bingo Friday, April 8, at the Cromwell Community Center.

The spring fling will be from 6-8:30 p.m. Food will be served starting at 6 p.m. with bingo starting at 6:30 p.m. The Lions

will be serving hot dogs, sloppy joes, chips and drinks. There will also be a 50/50 raffle at the spring fling.

All proceeds will go toward West Noble High School scholarships and other community needs.

Wagon Wheel Theatre is hosting auditions for youth The Wagon Wheel Theatre is having auditions for youth, ages 10 to 15, for its summer season productions of “Cinderella” and “The Addams Family.”

The auditions are Saturday, April 23, and arrive early to fill out a form. The times are: • Ages 10 to 12 at 10 a.m.

• Ages 13 to 15 at 11 a.m.

Auditions will be at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, 2515 E. Center St., Warsaw.

There is no need to prepare anything. Children will be taught a short music selection for the audition. They must be available for all rehearsal days and performances. For “Cinderella,” it will work around school schedules, but will not be able to accommodate any conflicts. See its website for exact performance dates and times.

The Wagon Wheel Theatre is looking for young talent for: • “Cinderella” — rehearsal and performance dates are May

17 to June 11. This is an ensemble for boys and girls ages 10 to 15.

• “The Addams Family” — rehearsal and performance dates are July 1 to July 23.

The youngest of the Addams family, Pugsley loves to be tortured by his big sister. He is lost trying to figure out his place now that she has a new boyfriend and family dynamics are changing.

Pugsley is charming and funny, ideally with an unchanged singing voice. A maximum height of 5 feet tall is needed but the role could also be played by a girl.

Due to time constraints, it cannot accommodate alternate audition times or days. For more information, email wagonwheeljr. kids@gmail.com.

The Wagon Wheel Theatre is dedicated to practicing inclusive, diverse, and non-traditional casting all youth from the greater Warsaw and Kosciusko County area to attend.

Arts League. She was featured on “Arts IN Focus” on TV through PBS-39 in 2021. A singular honor came in 2020-21 and 2022 when she was named one of the Hoosier Women Artists in which her work was selected to be exhibited during those dates in the Indiana State House.

In 2015, Ramseier took a new direction with her art. She opened a studio named The Art Giraffe.

In this environment she is able to teach weekly classes in watercolor, has an art safari for artists, and also provides monthly Saturday classes. The first weekend in November is her yearly open house. Her studio is transformed into a gallery for the sale and show of her art; find more information about this artist at www. theartgiraffe.com or her Facebook page.

During the next three months we will be hosting this inspirational artist’s work at the Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery, 102 S. Buffalo St. The gallery is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for holidays.

There is never a charge to visit these exhibits and the public is welcome. If you’re a teacher and would like the artist to talk to your students, arrangements can be made; contact Darla McCammon at mcdar7@gmail.com.

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Fish fry in Silver Lake A fish, chicken and tenderloin fry will be held Saturday, April 9.

The fry will be at 4 p.m. until sold out at the Silver Lake Conservation Building.

This event is carry-out only.

The cost is $10 per pound. Side dishes will be available.

The fish fry is sponsored by Silver Lake Lions Club. This will be the last fry until September.

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Silver Lake Lions Club egg hunt Silver Lake Lions Club’s 38th annual Easter egg hunt is Saturday, April 9. The hunt will start at 11 a.m. sharp at Silver Lake’s school grounds.

The rain date is April 16 (same time and place).

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Two promoted at Lake City Bank

Lake City Bank has promoted two employees.

Austin L. Bair has been promoted to senior community reinvestment officer. In this position, Bair develops and manages community relations and activities for the bank in northern Indiana. He

ensures the bank follows Community Reinvestment Act regulations related to planning and development of policies and activities to increase lending, services and investments in the community. He has been with the bank for six years.

Bair earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from Indiana University South Bend. He is a Realtist Association of Northeast Indiana board member. He teaches financial literacy at Fort Wayne Housing Authority and Lutheran Social Services of Indiana and volun-

Brenna Stine helps fight pediatric AIDS Brenna Stine of Bremen was among 85 students who participated in Baldwin Wallace University’s 21st annual Dance Marathon. As the largest philanthropy organization on campus, Dance Marathon brings together the community, students and local sponsors.

All proceeds go to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, which seeks to educate and reduce the transmission and cases of pediatric AIDS

worldwide through life-saving treatments and tests. This year’s marathon raised nearly $14,000 for the cause.

Stine, a graduate of Bremen Senior High School majoring in sustainability and marketing, danced for 12 hours, raising money and awareness. The event featured live entertainment by SOL, Urban Dance Association, Formerly Candice, a Zumba instructor and a DJ. The dancers also enjoyed lip

sync battles, Wii Switch tournaments, scavenger hunts and dance-offs.

Student director Kelsey Heichel had this to say about the marathon, “It was incredible to see how the BW community came together to help with this event. Most of the organizations on campus donated either a raffle basket or donated straight to the cause. We even had surrounding businesses sponsor us, including Front Street Social, Antonio’s Pizza, Autotrader and Pinnacle Wealth Planning Services. We had an incredible steering team, dancers and community that helped put on this event, and we honestly could not have done it without everyone’s support.”

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Parkinson’s Support Group resumes meetings Parkinson’s Support Group of Warsaw will resume meeting Friday, April 8, at the administrative offices of Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw.

Each month is an opportunity to learn more from professionals and specialists in the community, along with receiving answers to questions, sharing experiences and encouraging one another.

Open to all members of the community, the support group meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the second Friday of each month (except December), at the administrative building/classrooms of KCH. A convenient parking lot is located on Provident Drive.

For information, contact Pam Baucom at (574) 370-5709.

There are robins in the yard and I’ve seen a bluebird.

I watch birds particularly. But many other critters that took shelter for the winter are now out and about. I’ve seen woodchucks and an opossum. The ‘possum, sadly, was in the road by our house, dead.

I haven’t seen any ants. When I do, it will probably be in our kitchen. I don’t know how or where they get into our kitchen but they always do.

I haven’t seen any crickets either, or spiders. We have a lady who cleans house for us three days a week and she hasn’t seen any spiders either. If she had seen one, she’d have let me know. She always tells me when she sees a spider, if I’m home. When I’m not home, she leaves a note. “I didn’t finish cleaning in the kitchen.

There was a spider in the kitchen this morning.”

I haven’t seen a cricket or a grasshopper this spring either.

My brother and I used to hunt grasshoppers in a vacant lot across the street from our house.

Grasshoppers were abundant. I haven’t been in that lot in years but grasshoppers used to be abundant in a grassy field across from where I live now also but they aren’t now. I haven’t seen a grasshopper in the field across from my present home, not one, in several years.

Butterflies are other insects that have declined in number. My brother and I used to hunt those, too, with nets. Those we caught

we killed, then mounted on stiff paper, with wings spread.

Flies and mosquitoes have declined. We have a barn and my daughter has two horses. When we moved here, flies and mosquitoes were abundant, flies especially in the barn and around the horses, several species of flies, including some very large ones which we called horse flies made very painful bites, on us and on the horses. They made riding a horse more exciting, however.

When we were on a horse and a horse fly bit, it was likely to rear and run. It made horseback riding in our pasture more exciting.

Mosquitoes were also abundant, super abundant. When we went out when we first lived here, we wore bee-keepers hoods and nets because of the mosquitoes.

They were thick as raindrops in a steady rain. Now, and for the last several years, I haven’t found the mosquitoes to be bothersome in several years, certainly not bothersome enough to make me wear a bee-keeper’s head net to go out.

Now mosquitoes are just annoying.

It’s spring. Days are getting longer and they should be getting warmer, and they have but not every day. Yesterday the temperature when I got up, before sunlight, the temperature by our outside thermometer was 28 degrees The temperature afternoon, the high for the day, was only 34.

I’ve had all I want of spring. I want summer, a daily afternoon temperature of 70 or higher.

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As the day and night length change, nature changes. Male red-winged blackbirds have left wintering grounds south of my home in northern Indiana and are now numerous birds in the trees and cattails around the marsh by our pasture and at the bird feeders around our house. Mourning doves and grackles come and go at the bird feeders. I’ve seen a cowbird at one of the bird feeders outside our dining room window.

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Brookins receives Conservation Farmer Award by Elkhart SWCD

Making education more affordable for Kosciusko County residents One form unlocks millions in state financial aid every year to help Hoosier students fund education beyond high school. It’s the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the number of Hoosiers submitting is troublingly low.

In Kosciusko County, only 35.3% of eligible students have completed their FAFSA so far. In Indiana, the average is 36.26% and nationwide, 42.8% have completed this vital form.

Some local students and families may assume they won’t qualify for aid, but that assumption could result in them leaving money for post-high-school education on the table. It’s important to know Indiana ranks fifth in the nation in the amount of need-based aid available. In most cases, there’s funding available; the key to accessing it is to file FAFSA. With only a few weeks remaining before the April 15 FAFSA filing deadline to be eligible for state financial aid, Indiana Commission for Higher Education is encouraging families to take advantage of the free guidance available. A team of experts works closely with the commission to help Hoosier students and families through any difficulty in completing this vital form.

As Hoosiers prepare to file the FAFSA, know the following: This application determines eligibility for state and federal aid.

Pell grants, work study and subsidized loans are offered based on information from FAFSA. Filing the FAFSA isn’t just for students pursuing a four-yeardegree. It’s also necessary for some associate degree programs and trade schools.

Most colleges require the FAFSA to determine need for schoolspecific scholarships.

Filing the FAFSA is free; no one should pay for help completing or submitting it.

Completing the FAFSA isn’t a commitment to enroll in postsecondary education. Even those

only considering attending college should complete the application in case they decide to go.

The FAFSA is also important for adult learners returning to pursue education beyond high school.

Filing the FAFSA is a good idea for all eligible Hoosiers; it doesn’t matter if they have a concrete plan for post-secondary education this fall or not. Even students still exploring their options should file. Doing so will help them avoid taking on unnecessary student loan debt, and a recent survey commissioned shows that’s an area of concern statewide.

More than three in four (76%) Indiana residents are concerned college graduates across the state now hold an average of nearly $30,000 in student loan debt, which is slightly below the national average. Of those respondents, 77% are concerned student debt is stifling economic growth, worker skilling and/or talent retention in Indiana; 59% of Hoosiers say it’s not easy to understand the full process of paying for college.

While student loan debt remains a concern, Hoosier students and families should know there are ways to fund education beyond high school affordably.

Hoosiers have myriad options to maximize financial aid and minimize debt. The focus is on helping everyone understand their options to remove financial barriers so they can pursue the postsecondary education needed for their desired career path.

It is in its fifth decade of helping Hoosier families make posthigh-school education more affordable and continue to provide free, expert guidance online, over the phone and at in-person events.

For information, contact atoutreach@investedindiana.org, call (317) 715-9007 or visit www.investedindiana.org to get the help needed in completing FAFSA by the April 15 deadline.

The 80th annual meeting of the Elkhart Soil and Water Conservation District was held Tuesday, March 15, at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen.

Those who made an outstanding contribution in conservation were recognized. Award winners were: Conservation Farmer of the Year, Brookins Farms LLC, New Paris; River Friendly Farmer, Woodsbrook Farms Inc., Goshen; Friend of the SWCD, John Bowers, Elkhart County Landfill; Educator of the Year, Jeff Zavatsky, Elkhart Environmental Center, and Urban Conservationist of the Year, Greg Jones of Panzica Building Corp.

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Online influencer Michelle Miller, known as the “Farm Babe” was the keynote speaker.

IDHS accepting applications for residential safe-room program Indiana Department of Homeland Security is accepting applications for the Residential Safe Room Program. This program offers a rebate for the installation of safe rooms in Indiana residences. The application period is open from March 15 to April 15.

“IDHS is committed to helping Hoosiers become strong and resilient during and after disasters.

This safe room program allows residents to create a safe haven when severe weather strikes,”

said Mary Moran, IDHS director of emergency management and preparedness.

IDHS will randomly select 23 applicants to receive a rebate for their safe rooms. If approved, homeowners will be reimbursed for 75% ($5,000 max) of their safe room installation costs.

Full details can be found on the IDHS Residential Safe Room webpage. IDHS offers this program through a FEMA grant, and all applicants must comply with

federal grant regulations.

Preparing for severe weather, like a tornado, is a priority for the state. Gov. Eric J. Holcomb proclaimed March 13-19 as Severe Weather Preparedness Week.

Hoosiers can use the IDHS Get Prepared webpage to create an emergency plan for their families, schools and businesses. To learn more about preparing for severe weather, visit GetPrepared.in.gov and follow IDHS on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

New drop box being placed in Claypool The 525 Foundation is honored to have been awarded a grant through the Indiana Department of Health to help aid the state in the safe disposal of prescription medications. Ten

new Drop2Stop prescription drop boxes are being placed throughout Indiana, including Claypool.

Prescription bottles may be dropped off at Claypool Police

Hear Lizzy’s Story in Warsaw A victim of a sexual assault will tell her story Saturday, April 23, in Warsaw.

On May 21, 2021, Lizzy was raped by an 18-year-old man.

He has been sentenced and now she wants to tell her story.

Her goal is to help others in a similar situation who have been a victim of a sexual assault. She will tell her story at 2 p.m.

The event, called Lizzy’s Story, will be held at noon at 3540 W. CR 200N, Warsaw.

A fundraiser, the event will include a silent auction and a bake sale. All proceeds will go to Bikers Against Predators.

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F A R M I N G Claypool couple enjoy the (good) farm life %\ 3+2(%( %$1.6 $VVRFLDWH (GLWRU Scott and Jenna Burton were both raised on farms. So, naturally it is in their blood and they do what they know best: farming.

The Burtons co-own and operate their family farm operation in Rochester along with Scott’s father, Dennis, and brother, Kevin.

The Burtons’ operation consists of corn, soybeans, hay, beef cattle and a successful chicken litter manure-spreading business.

Scott has a degree in agricultural production and technology.

He attended Black Hawk College in Illinois.

“I wanted to farm,” he said. “It was strictly an ag school program.”

He oversees the marketing for the farm’s commodities, serves as the principle operator of the sprayer, the fertilizer decision making, operates the grain facility and manages any hired hands on the farm.

Jenna has a master’s degree in special education and is a special education teacher at Tippecanoe Valley High School, where she is heavily involved in unified high school sports and events. She was raised on a farm that had chickens, hogs and was a grain farm.

She also helps on the family farm by providing meals and transportation.

The couple have been members of the Kosciusko County Farm Bureau board since 2012 and served as Young Farmers and Ag Professionals State Committee representatives from 2018 to 2020.

Scott’s grandfather was a dairy farmer and his mother and father both started their own farm.

“They raised hogs and farmed,” said Scott. “My brothers and I have always had a passion for farming.”

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“We would take them to show them how we milk and how to feed them,” he recalled. “I was amazed.

It’s a long history of promoting farming in general.”

Today, Brent and his wife, Renea, continue that tradition. The Messmores live in Pierceton, raise Holstein bucket calves, and still have the family farm in Warsaw.

His daughter and son-in-law will be moving into the Warsaw home and property.

Brent was raised on a dairy farm in Warsaw dating back to 1951.

The house and barn in Warsaw are still a part of the Messmore family.

His parents, Gene and Jean, lived on the Warsaw farm and milked cows.

He grew up helping his father milk cows at the farm, located on East CR 75 North in Warsaw, a busy road for travelers.

“The community knows this farm well,” Brent said.

The Messmores had the dairy farm until 1986, and at that time, sold off cattle.

“We had 100 head and 1,500

acres. So, we went and got jobs off the farm but did grain farming,” Brent said.

Today, he said, “I still enjoy the animals.”

“We had a donkey for awhile and last year, we had miniature donkeys. They were here for people to enjoy,” he said.

His grandfather’s farm in Pierceton celebrated 100 years and is a centennial farm.

“It was given to grandpa from his great-grandpa,” said Messmore of the farm.

On his farm in Pierceton, he raises “beefalo,” which is 37% buffalo and the rest is beef.

“My grandkids help feed them, both of them,” he said.

The couple also have their daughter’s horses.

“My grandchildren want to show them,” he said of the equines.

The Messmores also have a grain farm.

“It’s primarily a grain farm. It is just a hobby I love,” he said, adding, his wife’s family raised sheep.

“So, it’s in our blood,” he said.

Messmore, a plumber by trade, is active in 4-H. He and his wife, who works at DePuy, have four children and several grandchildren who are interested in 4-H. “It’s a way of life I wouldn’t change,” he said. “I taught my kids this way of life, too.”

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Scott graduated from Rochester High School. While in school, he was in 4-H for 10 years and an FFA member. Jenna graduated from Tippecanoe Valley High School, where she participated in FFA. While farming has its challenges, it also has perks, said Scott, who especially enjoys harvest time.

“I like harvest because you get

to see all the hard work you’ve done all year long. You also get to reap the benefits,” he said. “I also enjoy running the sprayer.”

Today, the Burtons farm 3,000 acres. They also have a chicken litter manure-spreading business.

“We started out real small. We spread about 1,000 acres,” he said.

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Nevertheless, Bishop and farm manager Steven Hall, along with the farm’s four fulltime employees will have their work cut out for them as they head into this spring’s planting season.

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Some warm days reaching the 70s in March brought on a bout of “spring fever,” said Hall, but it was followed by a cold snap, and now he simply hopes they can be in the field by midApril to plant roughly 2,000 acres each of corn and soybeans.

While farmers prefer a warm, dry spring with rain late in summer and fall, this year has so far been wet, the trend in recent years. Nevertheless, as Hall pointed out, due to only one large snowfall during the winter, the overall moisture level is “behind.”

Meanwhile, Hall noted, “The supply shortage has driven the price up of a lot of things …

Round Up is hard to get and expensive,” he said, and parts for machinery are also difficult to get in a “timely manner.”

The shortages were not unexpected, however. “We are fortunate to work with Clunette Elevator,” said Bishop, “We were able to store quite a bit of their

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Hall compared starter to coffee in the morning. While you may get by without it, “Coffee makes you go a little better.”

And like a timed coffee maker, starter is there waiting when the kernel starts to sprout.

Unfortunately, the price of fertilizer and chemicals is three times what it was a year ago, according to Bishop.

Referring to the machinery side of things, Hall said, “there are a lot of unknowns right now.” Parts are harder to get, and in the event of a breakdown he is concerned they may not be able to get back up and running quickly.

“If the weather is nice and you can’t plant it’s frustrating,” said Bishop.

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In spite of the uncertainty, Hall enjoys his chosen profession as a farmer. His father has worked at the farm for 34 years, and Bishop recalled seeing Hall at the age of 2 “following his Dad around the farm … He never got away.”

Hall has worked at Bishop Farms since high school. He likes being outside and not sitting in an office or working in a factory all day. “You get to do something different every day … You’ve got to wear a lot of hats.”

One hat they do not wear as often as in past decades is that of mechanic, due to the technological advancements of the computer age. Technicians from John Deere are now required to fix malfunctioning equipment.

In fact, Hall said most of the tractors have self-steering capacity; however, fields in this area are not big enough for selfsteering to be effective. That said, all their fields are mapped out by GPS and fertilizer and lime is applied with variable rate technology for maximum efficiency.

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“We do the applications on the fields, like corn and soybeans. It is cheaper and readily available with better nutrients,” he said. “It is a natural product.”

The Burtons have been married for 15 years. The Burton’s three children, ages 12 to 8, help on the farm as well.

“We have 4-H calves,” Scott said. “They do chores every day.”

The Burtons were named finalists for the Indiana Farm Bureau 2021 Achievement Award. Even though farming has its day-to-day challenges, Scott said he wouldn’t want to do anything else.

“At the end of the day, what keeps you going is that you are doing what you want to do,” Scott smiled.

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In doing so, they have provided dozens of young people with experiences that will stay with them for the rest of their lives. “They’ll never forget the time they had a calf,” said Kay. The Tusings raised dairy cows for 35 years before getting out of the business around 1995. It was not until their grandson took a calf to the Indiana State Fair the couple saw a need they felt they could help meet. After all, as Bob noted, “We know livestock.”

“The dairy leasing program would not have gotten to where it is today if it wasn’t for Fred and Pat Beer,” said Bob. However, the Beers’ provided calves for show at the local and county level. If a 4-Her wants to go to state, they need an animal registered with the American Dairy Association, which tracks their lineage for breeding.

The Tusings are among three other families who decided to pick up where the Beers left off.

This year, Up The Lane Farms will have 14 kids and around 25 head of cattle, which at the time of this writing they were beginning to round up, visiting farms from Fort Wayne to Culver to find brown Swiss, Jersey and Holstein varieties. “We see what’s available and then match them up,” Kay stated.

From Memorial Day to Aug. 15, she continued, “The kids come out every day and do the chores.” This includes baling hay and cleaning pens along with the bathing, clipping and working with the animals to get them show-ready. Kay noted this is also helpful for the owners, who at the end of the summer are likely to have healthy, broken-in animals.

Sometimes, a 4-Her will choose to keep the calf from the year before, and is able to experience first hand the animals’ transition from calf to cow, though sometimes the process is cut short. “You can lose them pretty quick,” observed Kay, “accidents happen.” And this is also part of the learning experience.

4-H kids know where their milk and meat comes from … and maybe where the tallow in that bird feeder comes from as well.

But they also learn crucial lessons about responsibility and time management. For example, Kay recalled three boys who had football practice at 7:30 a.m., so they did chores at night. “They had to budget that time.”

Kids also learn to control an animal far bigger and heavier than they are. “It pushes their limits,” said Kay. This helps build confidence, which some children badly need. “Some kids need that summer companion,” she added. “They do connect with them, and tears are shed at the end of the summer.”

And then there are the show days. “Show day is pretty hectic,” Kay commented. “It goes fast and you have to be on the ball.”

Kay also lauded the “4-H family” as a whole, which is largely composed of volunteers who get to know the kids and support them. A

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Terry Manley has grown through his adult life to maintain the thrill of the hunt. One proof of his ability is in the ginseng trade, where he maintains to this day a proven and successful life skill helping to both satisfy and

finance his lifestyle.

Ginseng isn’t a populous plant anyone can find growing wild in their yards. It takes a very specific environment and growing process. And even then, there’s a specific process to finding sellable ginseng.

“First of all plants and roots are basically worthless before they are ten years old,” noted Manley. “Farming ginseng is no short term project. However, if a farm has the wood lots, seeds are cheap and the project should be looked at as a future generation venture. It should not be watered,

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He noted wild ginseng must have shade to grow and is best in “old woods with character” such as terrain, creeks and valleys, and minimal undergrowth. It also only grows in colder climates, and needs a minimum of three cold months to fully produce. That eliminates a lot of states to find wild ginseng, but northern Indiana is a prime location, per Manley.

Manley has been hunting ginseng for more than four decades.

Now scouring the wooded areas in and around the Tippecanoe Lake area and greater North Webster, Manley has found a nice rhythm, and is finding a nice profit to boot. Prices per ounce can run $10 or more and select wild ginseng roots can run up to $1,000 in 2021. An average dry root will go for $600-800.

Most trade product will make its way to Asia, specifically Hong Kong, where it likely will be distributed to China, Vietnam, Thailand, Laos and the Philippines among other destinations. Its revered medical properties make it coveted in Asia, which in turn consumes the most ginseng. Some makes its way back to the United States, where it is sold in supplements and probably its better Continued on page 13

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F A R M I N G Consumers want food made with U.S. crops The United Soybean Board (released results of a new survey, highlighting consumer perceptions of U.S. soybeans, soybean farmers and the U.S. food supply chain. According to the survey, consumer support of domestic agriculture has only grown stronger, with 78% of consumers — an 8% increase since the last survey in December 2020 — saying it’s important to purchase U.S.grown food, including soybeans.

“It’s encouraging to see support of U.S. agriculture increase over the past year, a true testament to the work of soybean farmers through their checkoff to strengthen consumer perceptions of U.S.-grown soybeans,” said Belinda Burrier, chair of USB’s Communication and Education Committee and a soybean farmer from Maryland. “Understanding our customers’ attitudes is a critical component as our investments aim to demonstrate the nutritional value of soybeans, ultimately increasing demand and

bringing value back to the farm.”

Other key takeaways from the study include: • U.S. farmers continue to be the most trusted source when it comes to food safety, with 83% of consumers ranking them No. 1 among members of the supply chain, an increase of 5% since the last survey in December 2020.

• The vast majority of consumers, 82%, have a very/somewhat positive view of U.S. farmers who grow crops, including soybeans.

This is a 3% increase since the December 2020 survey.

• Soy is seen as healthy by more than half of consumers, with 60% saying soy-based food is somewhat/ very healthy and 26% having a neutral view of soy.

However, only 39% are aware the soybeans used in popular foods are grown sustainably.

With promotion and education being key pillars of the checkoff, the survey validated informing consumers is an effective tool,

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“Ginseng is used in tea more than any other way,” offered Manley. “My Chinese friend tell me he remembers his mother taking a chip off of a root and putting it in the tea kettle. After a week she would put that piece of root into whatever was on the stove and into the tea kettle goes another piece.”

Manley continued, “My same friend tells me that the belief in the use of ginseng among the Asian population is that it will not cure anything but if used for life you may not need to cure anything. Makes sense to me.

The shape and the age of the root determines the value. The Asian population does not want farm grown ginseng. And they can tell the difference as can I.”

with 72% of respondents feeling more positive about soy as a food ingredient after learning about the sustainability of soybeans.

Likewise, communicating about soy as a high-quality “complete” protein proved to be the most impactful statement on consumers’ perception of soy, highlighting an essential opportunity to demonstrate its excellent protein profile to health-conscious consumers.

“Driving home soy as a complete protein, coupled with awareness that this product is sustainably grown, poses a real opportunity for our industry to raise the profile of soyfoods,” said Mace Thornton, vice president of communications and marketing strategy for USB. “Insights from this survey will inform investment decisions of the checkoff’s farmer-led Communication and

Education Committee and ultimately help deliver sustainable soy solutions to every life, every day.”

New to USB’s strategic plan, the Communication and Education Committee oversees checkoff investments in strategies that build trust in and elevate the reputation of U.S. Soy to drive new and increased value back to farmers.

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Live Well Kosciusko hosts northern Indiana leaders The Tobacco Free Coalition at Live Well Kosciusko had the opportunity to host leaders who make up the northern region of the Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Division of the Indiana Department of Health.

Thanks to a matching gift of Kosciusko Cash by the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, participants enjoyed lunch at Cerulean. Buffalo Street Emporium and Books provided gifts of chocolate and biscotti. Many were not aware of the amenities Kosciusko County offers and said they’d return to visit.

Attendees spent the afternoon discussing the way their local middle and high schools handle students who are caught vaping.

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it had 200 books in the collection while serving a population of 2,678. A century later, Nappanee Public Library has more than 80,000 items in its collection and serves a community of more than 10,000.

During 2021, the Nappanee Public Library saw 84,983 items borrowed, a 15% increase, including 40,789 children’s items, 11,811 digital items and 869 interlibrary loans borrowed.

The library issued 570 new library cards to new users. Door counts showed there were 75,188 visitors, a 21% increase over 2020.

In reading challenges there were 806,611 total minutes read by 521 active readers.

The library had 3,432 followers on social media while there were 56,525 total wireless internet users, a 129% increase, and 57,734 website visitors, a 107% increase.

“Evies History Bytes” podcast had 824 total listens. The library hosted 351 programs, 154 kids programs. Those programs had 4,509 patrons in attendance with 2,990 kids in attendance of children’s program. There were 719 take and make activities distributed.

The library also celebrated the grand opening of the Doug Grant Family Gallery, featuring artist Emma Schrock, which opened on July 24, at the Evelyn Lehman Culp Heritage Collection, located at 302 W. Market St., Nappanee.

At the end of 2021 and its centennial year, the Nappanee Public Library commissioned a time to be built. The time capsule sits in the library and will be opened in 2121.

Library staff have their eyes on a bright future as they create a library to serve the community for the next 100 years.

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OBITUARIES Brenton E. Archer

Brenton E. “Brent” Archer, 65, North Manchester, died March 21, 2022.

He was born April 9, 1956.

A memorial gathering led by his friends and colleagues will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 23, in the Lahman Room in the Jo Young Switzer Center, Manchester University, 604 E. College Ave. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.

Dawn Mandi Bishop

Dawn Mandi Bishop, 41, North Manchester, died March 29, 2022.

She was born Oct. 3, 1980.

She is survived by her mother, Diane Bishop, North Manchester; her father, Arnold Bishop, North Manchester; sons, Dominic Morris, Warsaw, and Kyler Morris, North Manchester; a sister, Cheyenne Bishop, North Manchester; half sisters, Lillian Cherokee Bishop and Lexi Willow Bishop, both of North Manchester; a half brother, Rick Hobbs, Wabash; maternal grandparents, Richard and Imogene “Dorene” (Eltzroth) Deneve, North Manchester; and a granddaughter due in May. Services were held April 1 at Congregational Christian Church, North Manchester. Burial was in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.

Shirley Joan Bowers

Shirley Joan Bowers, 90, Wakarusa, died March 26, 2022.

She was born June 2, 1931. On March 30, 1952, she married Phillip Bowers. He preceded her in death May 5, 2015.

Surviving are her children, Ritchie Bowers, Nappanee, Ronson Bowers, Sherwood, Ohio, and Stephanie McGaughey, Columbus; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a brother, Larry Hahn, Wakarusa.

A memorial service was held April 2 at Wakarusa United Methodist Church. Burial was in Olive (West) Cemetery. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, was in charge of arrangements.

Felika Bradican

Felika Bradican, 83, Warsaw, died March 26, 2022.

Arrangements are currently pending at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.

Marianne Miller Poston Briscoe

Marianne Miller Poston Briscoe, 67, Roann, died March 28, 2022.

She was born Dec. 14, 1954.

Surviving are sons, Ian Poston and Seth Poston, both of North Manchester; four grandchildren; sisters, Beth Purcell, St. Louis, and Susan Fagin, North Manchester; a sister-in-law, Marilyn Miller, Wabash; several nieces and nephews; and many cousins.

Visitation was held April 1 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester.

A graveside service followed at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester.

Elizabeth Frauhiger Schussele Retired School Nurse Elizabeth Frauhiger Schussele, 104, Goshen, died at 11:30 p.m. Thursday, March 24, 2022, at Majestic Care of Goshen.

She was born June 15, 1917, in Bluffton, to Estina and Noah Frauhiger. On May 29, 1941, she (/,=$%(7+ married Norman “Pete” Schussele, who preceded 6&+866(/( her in death.

She was a graduate of Goshen High School in 1935 and a graduate of Bethesda School of Nursing, Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1938 as a registered nurse. Lured by higher salaries, she accompanied a nursing school friend to Olean, N.Y., where she met Norman, one of her patients at the Olean General Hospital. Her nursing career initially centered on assistant during surgical procedures and private duty. She eventually asked to become the school nurse at Portville Central Schools.

Uncertified, she began taking the necessary course work for certification during the summers at various SUNY schools and St. Bonaventure eventually asked her to be the school nurse at Olean High School, a position she held until her retirement.

She was able to fit in an extended time in England when Pete spent a year there as a liaison to a British company. It was bridge that opened up a new world of friends when she moved back to Indiana at the age of 80, following Pete’s death. She was both an excellent bridge and euchre player and thoroughly enjoyed her life at Springbrooke.

She leaves behind a daughter, Karen Montgomery, Keuka Park, N.Y.; three grandchildren, Scott Montgomery, Radnor, Pa., Jeffrey (Carol) Montgomery, Charlotte, N.C., and Kristen (Robert) Dickinson, Hudson, Ohio; and five great-granddaughters, Margaret and Eleanor Montgomery, Kathryn and Elizabeth Montgomery and Caroline Dickinson.

She was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Betsy Montgomery; five sisters, Velma Beck, Lucille Lundgren, Della Baumgartner, Jane Everett and Marjorie Suter; and five brothers, Herman, Ervin, Kenneth, Noah Jr. and Ralph Frauhiger.

Ever the nurse, Elizabeth donated her body to the Anatomical Education Program at the Indiana University School of Medicine. Once her body has been returned to the family, she will be buried in Chestnut Hill Cemetery, Portville, N.Y., where a committal service will be held at that time.

Memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels, 223 S. Main St., Goshen, IN 46526.

and Amy Ford, both of Huntington; brothers, Douglas Stamate, North Manchester, and William Stamate, Florida; and nine grandchildren.

Services were held April 4 at Christian Fellowship Church, North Manchester. Burial was in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.

Walter Wayne Coplen

Walter “Walt” Wayne Coplen, 97, Plymouth, formerly of Argos, died at 10:30 a.m. March 30, 2022.

He was born June 4, 1924. On June 30, 1946, he married Ethel Menzie, who preceded him in death in Novem-

ber 2017.

Surviving are daughters, Jennifer Maze, Sun Lakes, Ariz., and Amy Hurd, Warsaw; five grandchildren; a stepgrandson; five great-grandchildren; and seven stepgreat-grandchildren.

Services were held April 4 at Argos United Methodist Church. Burial was in Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.

Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, was in charge of arrangements.

Shawn O. Cretcher

Shawn O. Cretcher, 37, formerly of Bourbon, died March 16, 2022.

He was born April 21, 1984.

Ina Jean Moore Business Owner Ina Jean Moore, 87, Ligonier, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.

She was born in Ligonier June 24, 1934, and was the daughter of Cecil “Pete” and Grace (Vannette) Paulus. Ina graduated from Ligonier High School in 1952. On Jan. 17, 1953, she eloped with ,1$ -($1 Wayne Moore. That panned out well as they were 0225( married for more than 69 years and raised a beautiful family together.

Ina is survived by her husband, Wayne Moore of Ligonier; children, Teresa (Rick) LeCount of Winona Lake, Tonya (Jim) Thieman of Sidney, Ohio, Thomas Moore of Fort Wayne, Timothy (Cindy) Moore of Albion and Todd (Lora) Moore of Ligonier; 12 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and stepfather, Harold Ball.

Ina and Wayne owned and operated Moore Logging and Moore Farms for more than 66 years. She was much more than the bookkeeper, but was proud to call herself “Wayne’s secretary.” Ina had quite the business acumen and was very instrumental in bringing several businesses to Ligonier Industrial Park. She was actively involved in running the family businesses and was never idle, working until the day she went to the hospital.

She also owned and operated A Touch of Country for 17 years.

Ina was very generous with her time and was a charter member of the Noble County Chatterbelle Extension Homemakers Organization. She was the Homemaker of the Year in 2018. Ina served on many local and county committees and held offices in both the Chatterbelle Club and the Noble County Organization.

She was a Scout leader, a Perry Township 4-H leader and served on the Noble County Extension Board and United Way Board for several years. Ina was also a Sunday school teacher at Ligonier United Methodist Church for many years and currently attended First Baptist Church in Topeka.

She loved to travel and had taken many trips to Europe with her family and a mission trip to Haiti with her church. Ina and Wayne even attended the inaugural ball for President George Bush and Vice President Dan Quayle. Ina was very talented with crafts, decorating and sewing. She even made “capes” for the West Noble football team when her sons Tom and Tim played.

Ina was an avid West Noble and Purdue fan and loved her sports.

She enjoyed time at Lake Wawasee with her family and hosting her fellow Chatterbelles there. She was well dressed and always looked beautiful. Ina and Wayne had countless friends and enjoyed visiting many restaurants with the Cromwell Lunch Bunch over the years.

Most importantly, Ina always loved being with her family.

A funeral service was held in Ina’s honor at 11 a.m. Saturday April 2, at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway South, Ligonier.

Pastor Bob Wilson officiated. Burial took place at Oak Park Cemetery in Ligonier. Family and friends were received from 1-3 and 5-7 p.m.

Friday, April 1, at the funeral home. There was also one hour of visitation prior to the service from 10-11 a.m. Saturday.

Memorial contributions may be directed to First Baptist Church in Topeka or the cancer society of the donor’s choice.

Yeager Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com.

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OBITUARIES Continued from page 15 Surviving are daughters, Eden Esther Marie and Olivianna Reighn Cretcher; a stepdaughter, Samantha Reed; his parents, Ben and Carol Cretcher, Bourbon; a sister, Selenna Ann Marie Cretcher; maternal grandmother, Phyllis Wilkey; and his previous wife, Kimberly Hanson.

A celebration of life was held April 1 at Heritage Park, Etna Green.

Meredith Green Meredith Green, 102, Goshen, died March 25, 2022.

She was born March 30, 1919. On April 25, 1942, she married Joseph N. Green. He preceded her in death Oct. 11, 1991.

Surviving are her children, Kathy Schrock and Debra Garman, both of Goshen, and Gary Green, Syracuse; three grandchildren; and six greatgrandchildren.

Services were held March 29 at Faith Lutheran Church. Burial was in Syracuse Cemetery. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Tina Marie Hapner Tina Marie Hapner, 57, North Manchester, died March 26, 2022.

She was born Feb. 16, 1965.

She is survived by her father, Glenn Dazey, Roann; sons, Keith Marcum, North Manchester, and James Byrns, Fort Wayne; daughters, Jennifer Hapner, Fort Wayne, and Chelsie Byrns, Peru; a brother, Todd Allen Dazey, Wabash; a sister, Trixy Lynn Dazey, Peru; and eight grandchildren.

A celebration of life was held April 2 at the Congregational Christian Church, North Manchester. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.

Barbara A. Hetrick Barbara A. “Barb” Rebber Hetrick, 79, North Webster, died at 10:20 p.m. March 29, 2022.

She was born Jan. 21, 1943. On Sept. 5, 1964, she married Jerry Hetrick; he survives.

She is also survived by a daughter, Jill Hartnett, Dove Canyon, Calif.; son, Scott Hetrick, North Webster; a grandson; sister, Marilyn Watkins, Omaha, Neb.; and brother, Roland Rebber, Seymour.

Visitation was held from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, April 3, at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster, and from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, at Voss & Sons Funeral Home, Seymour. Services were held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, at Voss & Sons Funeral Home.

A private family burial will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Seymour.

John E. Holloway Jr. John E. Holloway Jr., 78, died March 19, 2022.

He is survived by a sister, Mary Bowlin, Fort Wayne; brother-in-law, Fred Avery, Plymouth; many nieces and nephews; his children, Cinda Amrozowitz and Johnny Holloway; and four grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 1, at the Pavilion at Lakeside Park, Syracuse.

Mary Virginia Huffman Mary Virginia “Ginger” Klinefelter Huffman, 104, Hoffman Lake, died March 29, 2022.

She was born March 20, 1918. She married John Frank Huffman, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by a daughter, Constance Joan Parker, Duncanville, Texas; sons, John Thomas, Englewood, Tenn., Stephen Allen, Lancaster, Ky., and Robert Kent, Warsaw; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-greatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Services were held April 3 at Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon.

Restland Funeral Home, Dallas, Texas, will be in charge of arrangements when Ginger is taken to be with John. Those arrangements are pending.

Lovina Ruth Jefferson Lovina Ruth Jefferson, 77, Syracuse, died March 26, 2022.

She was born Jan. 18, 1945. On Sept.

29, 1979, she married Robert L. Jefferson, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are daughters, Shirley Hyde, Jean Hiatt, Juanita Geary and Traci Knapp; a son, Thomas Jefferson; 12 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.

No services are currently scheduled.

McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw, was in charge of arrangements.

Judy A. Jones Judy A. Jones, 81, Argos, died at 7:34 p.m. March 27, 2022.

She was born June 30, 1940.

Surviving are daughters, Sheri Jacobson, Rochester, Kimberly Eastwood and Patricia Jones, both of Argos, and Jackie Whetstone, Macy; a son, Kevin Jones, Warsaw; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brothers, George Halterman and Ned Halterman, both of Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held April 2 at Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester. Interment was in Richland Center IOOF Cemetery.

Steven F. Krachinski Steven F. Krachinski, 59, Kewanna, died at 2:30 p.m. March 28, 2022.

He was born Jan. 17, 1963. On March 20, 1999, he married Kathy Urbin; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Kris-

ten Arnett and Andrew Krachinski, both of LaPorte, Zachary Krachinski, Kokomo, and Christopher Krachinski, Rochester; his mother, Bonnie Krachinski, Michigan City; brothers, Daniel Krachinski Jr. and Timothy Krachinski, both of Michigan City; his father and mother-in-law, Ned and Eunice Urbin, Kewanna; brothers-in-law, Jay Urbin, Milford, Joel Urbin, Kewanna, and Jason Urbin, Rochester; sisters-inlaw, Kerrie Green, Kewanna, and Kellie Swango, Rochester; nine grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews.

Services were held April 4 at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Metzger Chapel, Kewanna. Burial was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Bruce Lake.

Harry L. Miller Harry L. Miller, 64, died at 12:29 a.m. March 27, 2022.

He was born May 8, 1957. On Oct. 2, 1980, he married Eva K. Yoder; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Meth Chupp, Syracuse, Lamar Miller, Howe, LeAnn Schwartz, Lorraine Miller and Sheila Miller, all of Nappanee; brothers, Karly Miller, Earl Miller Jr., Mark Miller, all of Nappanee, Dennis Miller, Milford, Arnie Miller, Syracuse, and Tim Miller, New Paris; sisters, Linda Chupp, Nappanee, and Anna Miller, New Paris; 17 grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services were held March 30 at the Lyle Yoder residence in Nappanee.

Burial was in Graber Cemetery.

Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

James P. Miller James P. “Jim” Miller, 72, Leesburg, died at 7:17 p.m. March 20, 2022.

He was born Dec. 15, 1949. On Aug. 23, 1975, he married Cynthia D. “Cindy” Anderson; she survives.

Cremation will take place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, Warsaw. No public services are planned.

John W. Moneyheffer John W. Moneyheffer, 94, Warsaw, died March 27, 2022.

He was born May 18, 1927. On Dec. 24, 1946, he married Betty L. Garman; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Connie Bryant, Florida; sons, Jim Moneyheffer, Warsaw, and Ron Moneyheffer, Texas; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one greatgreat-granddaughter; and a sister, Barbara Truex, Florida.

Services were held March 31 at Mishler Funeral Home, Milford. Burial was in Leesburg Cemetery.

Helen V. Neidigh

Carol E. Stilwell

Helen V. Neidigh, 103, Bremen, died March 23, 2022.

She was born Aug. 19, 1918. On June 7, 1935, she married Mark Neidigh, who preceded her in death April 15, 2005.

Surviving are her children, Connie Kuntz, Bremen, Kay Anglin, St. Louis, Mo., and Gene Neidigh, West Lafayette; six grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; eight stepgreat-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Julia Umbaugh, Plymouth; a brother, Ralph Hanes, New York City, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held April 2 at Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon. Burial was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Bourbon.

Carol E. “Elaine” Stilwell, 74, Venice, Fla., formerly of Syracuse, died at 4 a.m. Nov. 30, 2021.

She was born Dec. 18, 1946. On April 3, 1982, she married Paul D. Stilwell; he survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Ronda Skozen, Iron River, Mich., Robin Neeson, Kenosha, Wis., and Bobbie Ray, Goshen; a son, Ronald Olsen, Delavan, Wis.; stepchildren, Ronald Stilwell, Nadine Stilwell and Gary Stilwell; 14 grandchildren; 12 greatgrandchildren; several stepgrandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Jackie Pippenger, Warsaw, Lillian Skinner, Goshen, Sonya Yoder, Tyler, Texas, and Sarah Conner, Milford; and a brother, Larry Line, Syracuse.

Memorial services were held April 2 at Owen Family Funeral Home, North Webster. Burial was in the Mock Addition of the North Webster Cemetery.

Mitchell A. Skinner Sr. Mitchell A. Skinner Sr., 69, Goshen, died at 6 p.m. March 28, 2022.

He was born May 31, 1952. On Feb. 6, 1976, he married Lillian Line; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Michelle Bacon, Pierceton, Mitchell Skinner Jr., Columbia City, and Charles Skinner, Westville; eight grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; and siblings, Vickie Lutes and Susan Brown, both of Elkhart.

A memorial service was held March 31 at Grace Bible Baptist Church, New Paris. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Michael Tobias Michael “Mike” Tobias, 69, Nappanee, died at 12:24 p.m. March 26, 2022.

He was born Jan. 11, 1953. On June 15, 1974, he marred Karen Forsythe; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Adam Tobias, Nappanee; two grandchildren; and brothers, Ralph Tobias and Dale Tobias, both of Nappanee, and Dick Tobias, Plymouth.

Services were held March 30 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Burial was in Union Center Cemetery.

Marvin Edward Stahley

Terry Lee Whitaker

Marvin Edward “Ed” Stahley, 78, Nappanee, died March 29, 2022.

He was born Dec. 25, 1943. On Dec. 13, 1964, he married Karen Williamson; she survives.

Also surviving are sons, Richard Stahley, Goshen, and Thomas Stahley, Nappanee; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Services were held April 2 at Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Cremation followed and inurnment will take place at a later date at Union Center Cemetery, Nappanee.

Terry Lee Whitaker, 53, Warsaw, died at 12:11 a.m. March 29, 2022.

He was born July 21, 1968. On Sept. 20, 2010, he married Carrie Lee Koedyker; she survives.

Also surviving are his parents, Pastor William and Lora Whitaker, Warsaw; a brother, Scott Whitaker, Winona Lake; a sister, Debra Pennington, Winona Lake; and nieces and nephews.

Services were held April 1 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

BIRTHS Oaklee Wren Borkholder Jason and Jane (Lehman) Borkholder, Bremen, are the parents of a daughter, Oaklee Wren, born at 4:45 a.m. March 21, 2022, at home. She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces and was 21 inches long.

Oaklee joins two brothers: Cody, 7;

and Chadryk, 3.

Mahayla Brielle Milton Lora Kauffman and Dustin Milton, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Mahayla Brielle, born at 6:47 p.m. March 24, 2022, at Goshen Hospital. She weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Judge Chad Miner presiding: Failure to register — Randall Sterk, Warsaw, $160.50 No valid operator’s license — Olvin Fuentes, Silver Lake, $160.50 Operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility — Taylor See, Pierceton, $185.50 Speeding — David Widman, Larwill, $160.50; Fernando Gallegos, Pierceton, $160.50; Miguel Arriaga, Huntington, $160.50; Braxton Mitchell, Warsaw, $160.50; Stephanie Adams, Warsaw, $160.50; Emily Kitch, Winona Lake, $160.50; Srinivas Bodla, Warsaw, $160.50 Owner allows dog to stray beyond owner’s premises ($25) — John Simpson, Leesburg; Anthony Sommers, Warsaw Driving while suspended — James Kimble, Warsaw, $185.50; Antonio Cobb, Warsaw, $185.50 Operating a motor vehicle with a false plate — Harold McCord, Silver Lake, $160 Failure to yield right of way at intersection — Robin Rinehart Davis, Warsaw, $160.50

Authorizing or knowingly permitting unlicensed individual to drive — Damian Saldivar, Cromwell, $160.50

COUNTY REPORT Court News Small Claims Kosciusko County The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Jeremy Boxell v. John Arthur, $450 Warsaw Health System LLC v. Drew Hookway, $867.37; v. Heather See, $2,703.86 M&M Rental Property Management & Realty LLC v. Jefferey and Linde Carlisle, $4,700 Notre Dame Federal Credit Union v.

Colton Hite, $180.07 Patricia J. Taylor v. Paul Martin, $785.40

Civil Collections Kosciusko County The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding: CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. James Close, $8,152.70; v. Tony L. Miller, $6,595.49 Mariner Finance LLC v. Katherine

Fett, $2,199.48 Autovest LLC of Indiana v. Carissa Fugate and Codi Stout, $4,820.99 LVNV Funding LLC v. Brian K. Hodges, $4,407.77; v. Mick Stanley, $1,284.88 Discover Bank v. Catherine Kamau, $9,075.50 Capital One Bank v. Kenton B. Shepherd, $4,366.85 Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Cordell W. Sherow, $7,523.27 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v.

Jeffery Smith, $847.62

Elkhart County The following civil collection has been awarded in Elkhart County Superior Court III, Judge Teresa L. Cataldo presiding: OneMain Financial Group v. Laken Graff, Nappanee, $5,759.71

Evictions Kosciusko County The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Village Management Company v.

Arissa Caudill, $1,847.42

Li Na Mei Zhen v. Ryan McKinney, $1,890 Steve and Becki Humphrey v. Mitchell Schumacher and Courtney Zeese, $4,811.93 North Webster Partners LP v. Matt Staulcup, $18,779.54

Plenaries Kosciusko County The following plenary has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding: 21st Mortgage Corporation v. Rachel I. Monroe and Phillip C. Smith, $24,728.96

Mortgage Foreclosures Kosciusko County The following mortgage foreclosure has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association v. Jesse L. Roberts, $69,582.42

Superior Court III Kosciusko County The following infractions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court III,

Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk of the Court Ann Torpy: Hepler-Garman Andrew J. Hepler, 29, Warsaw, and Ellisa Garman, 30, Syracuse Krichbaum-Montelongo Daron R. Krichbaum, 37, Warsaw, and Maria Isabel Montelongo, 37, Warsaw Schroeder-York Lance E. Schroeder, 52, Hale, Mich., and Kristyn M. York, 47, Warsaw Crist-Stafford James M. Crist, 58, Warsaw, and Diana E. Stafford, 60, Warsaw

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COUNTY REPORT Continued from page 16 Blocher-Taylor Kyle L. Blocher, 21, Pierceton, and Alivia L. Taylor, 20, Warsaw Keyser-Long Matthew C. Keyser, 30, Pierceton, and Shawnee C. Long, 24, Pierceton Morgan-Roma Andrew C. Morgan, 28, Syracuse, and Ashley C. Roma, 24, Syracuse Roque-Gonzalez Raul Roque, 24, Warsaw, and Melissa Salas Gonzalez, 19, Warsaw Lara-O’Hara Jesus G. Lara, 21, Warsaw, and Carly J. O’Hara, 21, Warsaw Lucas-Hobbs Lance W. Lucas, 35, Warsaw, and Amber L. Hobbs, 32, Warsaw

Marriage Dissolutions Kosciusko County The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: McDonald — Danielle McDonald, Warsaw, and Steven McDonald, Warsaw. Married: Sept. 14, 2001. Separated: June 11, 2021. There are two minor children.

Miller — Katie Miller, Nappanee, and Bryan Miller, Nappanee. Married: May 13, 2016. Separated: Nov.

18, 2020. There are no minor children.

Dunithan-Wheeler — Daniele Dunithan, Warsaw, and Richard Wheeler, Huntington. Married: July 7, 2006. Separated: Jan. 1, 2019.

There are two minor children.

Hall — Siem Hall, Warsaw, and Brandon Hall, Warsaw. Married: March 24, 2006. Separated: March 14, 2022. There are two minor children.

Olvera-Arizmendi — Fernanda Olvera, Warsaw, and Adalberto Arizmendi, Warsaw. Married: no date listed. Separated: December 2016. There is one minor child.

Dotson — Brittani Dotson, Warsaw, and Jordan Dotson, Warsaw.

Married: April 29, 2017. Separated: March 11, 2022. There are three minor children.

Vetor — Joshua Vetor, North Webster, and Amanda Vetor, Middlebury.

Married: May 17, 2003. Separated: Nov. 17, 2021. There are no minor children.

Pena — Karen Pena, Syracuse, and Jesse Pena, Syracuse. Married: Aug. 28, 1988. Separated: May 15, 2020. There are no minor children.

Elkhart County The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Elkhart County Superior Court III and Circuit courts: Kemper — Shayna L. Kemper, Goshen, and Justin Kemper, Syracuse.

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Women’s History Month celebrated in March %\ 0(/,66$ &+$30$1 &DWDORJLQJ 6XSHUYLVRU Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987. Below are a few books of lesser-known women who are shining examples of women who made history.

“The motherlode: 100+ women who made hip-hop” by Clover Hope is an illustrated highlight reel of more than 100 women in rap who have helped shape the genre and eschewed gender norms in the process. They are characters, caricatures, lyricists, at times both feminine and explicit. This book profiles each of these women, their musical and career breakthroughs, and the ways in which they each helped change the culture of rap.

“The woman they could not silence: one woman, her incredible

fight for freedom, and the men who tried to make her disappear”

by Kate Moore. This beautifully written tale unfolds with drama and power, and puts Elizabeth Packard on the map at the most relevant moment imaginable. It is a story of a forgotten woman who courageously fought for her own freedom. Elizabeth’s refusal to be silenced and her ceaseless quest for justice not only challenged the medical science of the day, and led to a giant leap forward in human rights, it also showcased the most salutary lesson: the greatest heroes we have are those inside ourselves.

“The correspondents: six women writers on the front lines of World War II” by Judith Mackrell is a riveting untold history of a group of heroic women reporters who revolutionized the narrative of World War II. Just as women are often written out

of war, so it seems are the female correspondents. Mackrell corrects this omission admirably with stories of six of the best.

The author has done us a great service by assembling these fascinating stories.”

“Wildcat: the untold story of Pearl Hart, the Wild West’s most notorious woman bandit,”

by John Boessenecker writes a true-life adventure about the female outlaw who robbed a stagecoach at gunpoint in Arizona in 1899. Drawing on groundbreaking research into territorial records and genealogical data, it is the first book to uncover the enigma of Pearl Hart.

Hailed by many as “The Bandit Queen,” her epic life of crime and legacy as a female trailblazer provide a crucial lens into the lives of the rare women who made their mark in the American West.

Purdue Extension offering ‘Green Cleaning: Make Your Home Healthy’ Are you looking for ways to make your cleaning routine more eco-friendly? Green cleaning products and natural cleaners are a smart way to clean a home in a safe, non-toxic way.

By using less toxic ingredients, individuals can create their own handmade cleaning products. Learn about recipes you can use to make your own green cleaning products.

Join Purdue Extension Elkhart County for this free, educational program presented by Annetta Jones, Purdue University Extension Educator in Health & Human Sciences in Porter County.

This program is being offered in-person at 1 p.m. and again at 6:30 p.m. April 21, at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County office.

If you would like to join in for

the program, please pre-register by calling the Extension Office at (574) 533-0554 or emailing fink24@purdue.edu. This program and all programs of the Purdue University Extension Service are open to everyone.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, call (574) 533-0554

by April 11.

Purdue Alumni Club annual dinner meeting set The annual dinner meeting for the Purdue Alumni Club of Elkhart County, which includes LaGrange County, will be held Friday, April 29, at the Meadow Valley Golf Club, 57600 SR 13, Middlebury.

John Sautter, the host of the visiting men’s basketball teams at Mackey Arena since 1981, will share his stories on Purdue’s opposing coaches, differing styles, personalities, quirks and unforgettable moments.

Join fellow Boilermakers and Purdue friends for the club’s annual “Boiler Bucks,” silent auction and raffles. All proceeds go into the scholarship fund which continues to benefit local students attending a Purdue school.

Social hour and silent auction will begin at 5 p.m., dinner and cash bar at 6 p.m. and program at 7 p.m.

The cost is $30 per person. Anyone interested in joining the club,

should send a reservation with their name, address, how many will attend and check to Purdue Alumni Club of Elkhart County Foundation, P.O. Box 382, Goshen, IN 46527. Checks should be made out to Purdue Club of Elkhart County Foundation.

Friday, April 22, is the final day reservations will be accepted. For more information or questions, contact Cinda Taylor, at ctaylor561@ comcast.net or (574) 238-7137.

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Wagon Wheel Conservatory receives grant from KCCF Kosciusko County Community Foundation has awarded the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts two grants for a total of $6,000 to purchase keyboards for the Wagon Wheel Conservatory.

The first grant of $1,000 was awarded by Kosciusko Endowment Youth Services, the youth philanthropy group at the KCCF. The second grant of $5,000 was awarded by KREMC Operation Round Up grant.

The KREMC Operation Round Up is a voluntary program through which KREMC members pool their resources together to support the community, choosing to round up their monthly electricity bill to the nearest dollar.

According to KREMC, each participating member contributes $6 a year on average.

The funding from both grants will be used to purchase two new keyboards and equipment for use in educational programs at the Wagon Wheel. The keyboards will be a great asset for the growing program which includes acting classes and voice lessons throughout the school year and summer workshops for students in first through 12th grade. Opportunities are still available for the spring session of acting classes and the summer workshops are available for sign up now.

Kira Lace Hawkins, Wagon Wheel’s education director, expressed appreciation to the community foundation for its support of the conservatory’s growth.

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diversity in our program offerings,” she said.

She will be instructing the spring session classes and facilitating the summer workshops alongside three special guest directors, Matthew Janisse, Ashlyn Maddox, and Parker Irwin. All three are former Wagon Wheel Professional Theatre Alumni.

KEYS Grant and KREMC Operation Round Up is managed by KCCF. KCCF is a public charity granting more than $6 million last year in the areas of education, health, arts and culture, recreation, civic projects, environment and human services. Gifts made to KCCF are tax-deductible. For more information, call (574) 267-1901 or visit 102 E. Market St., Warsaw.

Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts was founded in 1956 as a summer stock professional theatre. After becoming a nonprofit in 2010, Wagon Wheel expanded programming to further strengthen Kosciusko County and the region’s accessibility to professional and educational arts programming. Donations made to Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts are tax-deductible.

For more information, visit www.wagonwheelcenter.org/ classes.

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PUBLIC AUCTIONS Harvey and Erma Fry Auction 3:30 p.m. April 6, 6680 S. 400W, Topeka.

Triton FFA Consignment Auction

Gudeman Online Auction Opens Wednesday, April 6, ends Wednesday, April 13. olsonauctions. hibid.com. Inspection day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, April 8. 14414 W. 550S, Francesville. Tractors, mower, antiques, vintage items, collectibles, household items, furniture. For information, call Nate at (574) 242-1262.

6 p.m. April 9-13. Timed online only, Triton FFA/Bates Auction and Realty, Brian Kitch auctioneer.

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6 p.m. April 12, Warsaw. lumber, Pyrex, typewriters, flat bed trailer, Land Pride seeder. bidmetzger.com.

Online Auction Only 6 p.m. April 8, Howe, tools, toys, comics, glass, Longaberger, cast iron, pocket knives. bidmetzger.com.

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The Junior Lane Estate Online Auction 6 p.m. April 14, 1.5 story home with three-car detached garage. bidmetzger. com.

Feldman Public Auction 10 a.m. April 16. Located one mile south of downtown Etna Green on CR 1050 to auction (watch for BAR signs). vehciles, lawn and garden, shop, electric supplies, misc., household. www.ballrealtygroup.com.

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Maple Leaf Farms, Inc., the nation’s leading producer of duck, has immediate openings for General Labor at our Hatchery located in Cromwell, IN. We offer the following: • Medical, Dental, & Life Insurance • Paid Vacation • Paid Holidays • 401(k) Plan with employer match Please apply in person at: 4379 N 900 W. Cromwell, IN 46732 EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled Job Type: Full-Time

Online Auction Only 6 p.m. April 9, Pierceton. new merchandise, store returns, home improvement. bidmetzger.com.

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cleanup. New decorations may be placed after spring cleanup is completed.

All gravesites should be clear of anything that will hinder the ability of the maintenance crew to mow and trim around the foundations and headstones. As always, cemeteries should be respected as sacred burial places and as a cherished reminder of loved ones.

Questions may be directed to Plain Township Trustee Tyler Huffer at (574) 453-3749.

Online Auction Only 7 p.m. April 13. Warsaw. 2017 Dodge Ram and 2014 Keystone RV fifth wheel. bidmetzger.com.

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Located two miles north of Peru on US Business 31, or two miles east of US 31 on CR 200N. Watch for auction signs.

Smyth and Tyre Estates. Collectibles, household, garage items. Auctioneers: Johnny and Terry Hughes.

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April 17 – Warsaw, IN – Online Only Auction – 6 pm

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April 18 – Syracuse, IN – Online Only Real Estate Auction – 6 pm Commercial Building with Upstairs Apartment!

April 19 – N. Manchester, IN – Online Farm Advertising & Manual Auction – 6 pm Advertising & Manuals inc. Allis Chalmers, Case, Ford, John Deere, & More!

April 20 – N. Manchester, IN – Online Real Estate Auction – 6 pm

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April 23 – Pierceton, IN – Online Only Auction – 6 pm

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Any faded or torn decorations will be removed by cemetery maintenance personnel regardless of location on the gravesite.

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April 25 – Churubusco, IN – Online Real Estate Auction – 6 pm Split-Level Home with 2-Car Attached Garage!

April 26 – N. Webster, IN – Online Real Estate & Personal Property Auction – 6 pm Country Home with Multiple Outbuildings on 1.49+/- Acres!

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April 27 – Wabash, IN – Online Real Estate Auction – 6 pm

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April 30 – Pierceton, IN – Online Only Auction – 6 pm

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Local author celebrates book launch

The Boathouse Restaurant in Winona Lake was the setting Thursday, March 24, for a party to celebrate the release of two books by Warsaw author Lynn MacKaben Brown.

Guests from Fort Wayne to South Bend gathered to share appetizers, beverages and cake and to hear the author read excerpts from her holiday book, “Christmas Celebration” (released November 2021), and her forthcoming novel, “Furs and Fevers” (release date is expected imminently). Both books are published

by Austin Macauley Publishers.

Special guest for the evening was Dr. Dennis E. Hensley, author of 58 books. “Lynn’s holiday book is filled with devotions, decorating ideas, music, family activities and seasonal traditions,” Hensley told the attendees. “It’s so jam packed with material, it can be used every Christmas for fresh celebration ideas.”

As part of the festivities, a raffle was held and winners were allowed to select gifts from the Literary Gift Company of London

including literary coffee mugs, ornate pens and coffee table books.

Al Disbro, acting as representative from the Kosciusko County Historical Society, accepted a research gift: the chronological list of Deed Book A of the county.

Terry White, former chair of the Wagon Wheel Playhouse directors, noted, “I enjoy evenings such as this wherein local artists can meet to encourage the development of regional talent. As an historian myself, I am excited about the release of Lynn’s Indiana novel.”

Essayist and author Russ Moe said, “I drove down from South Bend to attend this launch party because I have long admired Lynn Brown’s writing. I served as a beta-reader, which means I was asked to read sections of her novel prior to publication and to provide feedback. I found the novel to be accurate in its research and also extremely informative and entertaining.”

After reading the opening chapter of her novel, Brown gave printed copies of that chapter to

guests, who then were able to get these samples autographed by her. Brown has degrees in nursing, and she worked as an RN and a nurse educator. Her freelance articles have appeared in such magazines as Moody Monthly, Toastmaster, and Christian Communicator. For three years she was a weekly columnist in SEGWay News, writing for children about world history. She also does a one-woman show in which she portrays historical figures.

“This party is my personal thank you to my friends, family members, and fellow writers who have encouraged me during the years I spent writing my two books,” Brown told the guests.

“Writing is challenging, so it’s marvelous to have supporters who cheer you on.”

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KCH physicians give back on Doctors Day In celebration of National Doctors Day Wednesday, March 30, Kosciusko Community Hospital honored its medical staff by donating to one of their favorite local charities.

The day is set aside to recognize physicians for their skills, sacrifice and service to the community. But true to their ongoing care and compassion toward others, KCH physicians decided to select a community organization to receive a donation in lieu of tokens of gratitude the hospital typically provides them in honor of Doctors Day. “We are grateful to the doctors on our medical staff for the steadfast care provided to the patients we treat,” said Jae Dale, chief executive officer for KCH. “It is humbling to once again see them give back to the region we serve as we seek to honor them on National Doctors Day.” Kosciusko County Jail Chemical Addiction Program was chosen as the recipient of this year’s Doctors Day donation.