the Paper - Kosciusko County Edition - July 5, 2023

Lifeguards shortage affecting the nation and local lakes

A lifeguard shortage is sparking safety concerns at beaches, lakes and swimming pools across the United States as summer is in full swing.

A nationwide lack of lifeguards began in 2021 in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and is now stretching into its third summer.

There are three main reasons. The first is that during the early stages of the pandemic, lifeguard certification classes were canceled. Because of the pandemic, many lifeguard training sessions and certification courses (parts of which must be held in person) were put on hold, too.

Second, some lifeguards are in athletics and use the summer to participate in sports, said Steve Marquart, Milford’s park superintendent. He said he had a hard time finding lifeguards so there’s only two this year at Waubee Lake beach.

“That’s one of the problems I have,” he said. “There’s been a couple of years I only had one (lifeguard). It’d be nice to have four.”

Third, some lifeguards left for other higher paying jobs.

A national lifeguard shortage also affects pools across the country as they either close or operate with reduced hours.

Municipalities are doing everything they can to attract

more lifeguards. Indianapolis, for instance, is paying $15 an hour — the same rate as last year — and adding signing bonuses up to $500 to attract lifeguards. The incentives are working. Indianapolis has 170 lifeguards on staff, up from 81 a year ago.

Lifeguard Certification

Lifeguards in Indiana must pass prerequisite criteria. To become a lifeguard in Indiana, one must be a minimum of 15 years old. They must also be able to swim 300 yards continuously using the breast or front crawl, and tread water for two minutes using only the legs.

Also, a lifeguards must complete a timed event within one minute, 40 seconds, starting in the water, and swim 20 yards.

They must also surface dive to a depth of seven to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.

Courses include American Aquatics and Safety Training, a two-year lifeguarding certification. The 26.5-hour lifeguard class is in person. They must also obtain a lifeguard certification from an Indiana Department of Health approved certification provider. All lifeguard classes include CPR, AED and first aid.

Here in Kosciusko County, park department officials say the shortage has been a minor problem.

At Center Lake Beach and Pike Lake Beach, both in Warsaw, lifeguards are not on duty if the temperature is below 70

degrees. Lifeguards are on duty from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday to Saturday.

Stephanie Schaefer, Warsaw parks’ recreation director, said, “We didn’t notice a shortage in applicants at all. I still have been getting a few calls asking if we are hiring this summer. We have a wonderful staff guarding our lakes this summer and half of the guards have been with us for the last three years.”

She hired 11 full-time lifeguards this summer and, she said, “on average that’s the normal number.”

Winona Lake Beach has six lifeguards this summer. Holly Hummitch, park director, said she was short at the last minute until a couple of teens got their licenses.

Lakeside Park in Syracuse does not have lifeguards this summer. Chad Jonsson, park superintendent, said in past years, he ran a crew of seven with three lifeguards on duty each day.

“I am not sure why, but we have been struggling to get applicants for the past couple of years. Our beaches are signed swim at your own risk. We did not have lifeguards in 2021 or 2022 either,” said Jonsson.

While there is a small sandy beach at North Webster Town Park, it does not have lifeguards.

For more information, visit lifeguardands afetytraining. com/lifeguardtraining/Indiana.

K NOW Y OUR N EIGHBOR

Williams makes the move to northern Indiana

“I haven’t even lived here a month and you’re trying to make me famous,” joked one of Kosciusko County’s newest residents, Ken Williams.

Ordinarily when seniors buy a second home for their retirement years, the move is from north to south, not the other way around. As Williams put it, “I already have a house in Florida, so why would I want another one there?”

Williams was born and raised in Jacksonville. Until five years ago, he said he probably couldn’t have even pointed out Indiana on a map, much less Winona Lake. All that changed when his only child, Sarah, fell in love with Dennis Smith, a Navy lieutenant from South Bend. After his discharge, the young couple married and moved to the Warsaw area, where Dennis took a job in the orthopedics field.

Last November, the Smiths had their first child, which also represented the first grandchild for Williams and his wife, Susan. While the Williamses were able to

be here for the birth, they eventually had to return to Florida. It didn’t take long, however, for them to realize that Zoom calls and occasional visits were not going to be enough to satisfy their need to see their granddaughter.

“We knew from the moment we met Emma that we didn’t want to be a thousand miles away,” said Williams. “How were we going to solve that, since it was obvious the kids weren’t coming to Florida to live any time soon.”

It took a few trips to the area, but the Williamses finally found a house to suit their needs. He said it was definitely a downsize from their house in Jacksonville, but it was perfect for the two of them — of course with an extra bedroom for a nursery.

“We still have our house in Florida, which is paid off,” he said. For now, we’re planning to go back there during the winter and maybe get in a few rounds of golf to keep our games sharp.”

Williams, a retired golf professional who has spent his adult life working at a variety of golf courses and country clubs in northern Florida, said he is excited to check

Warsaw Senior Center plans rummage and craft sale

The Senior Center in Warsaw will be holding a rummage and craft sale in July.

The fundraising event will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 8, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 9, at the Senior Ac-

tivity Center, located at the Pete Thorn Center, 800 N. Park Ave., Warsaw.

Vendors are welcome.

For more information, call Patti at (574) 377-2328 or Kathy at (574) 268-8827.

out some of the courses in northern Indiana. He said he might even try to find a part-time job helping out at one of the local clubs.

“The golf courses I’ve played here so far have been nice, but I definitely miss the palm trees and year round soft grass that I’m accustomed to in Florida,” he said. “It’s always fun to play at different places, though, and see how the courses are built to fit into the existing terrain and climate.”

The Williamses said they’ve also enjoyed trying new restaurants in the area, as well as the local cuisine. Ken recently ate his first pork tenderloin sandwich, a Hoosier staple, and vowed that he would be ordering it often.

“This was definitely the right decision for us,” Williams said. “Any time you get to be with your family, you should. Time flies by way too quickly.”

Re/Max Results agents, teams recognized as ‘America’s Best’

Local Re/Max Results agents and teams were recently recognized in the 2023 “America’s Best Real Estate Professionals” rankings by RealTrends + Tom Ferry.

The rankings honor America’s finest real estate agents from across the country. More than 27,500 U.S. real estate sales associates from every state are featured in America’s Best. Those ranked are among the top 1.5% of 1.6 million real estate professionals in the United States.

Local agent Anna Gilsinger placed 53rd in the individual rankings for most transactions, and Pat-

rick Pfefferkorn ranked 64th for highest sales volume. The James Bausch Team placed 25th and the Steve Savage Team placed 66th for most transactions by small teams, and the James Bausch Team ranked 44th for highest volume for a small team. The Next Level Group placed fourth for most transactions by medium teams and 13th for highest sales volume by a medium team.

“It’s an honor for our company to be included in this list of hardworking and dedicated real estate professionals across the country,” said Todd Stock, broker-owner of

Re/Max Results. “I’m more grateful than ever for each client who trusted us to help them buy or sell a home in the Warsaw area over this truly unforgettable year.”

“We are incredibly proud of these Re/Max agents for being recognized as the best” said Nick Bailey, Re/ Max LLC President and chief executive officer. “This honor is a testament to their unwavering commitment to excellence and their dedication to providing exceptional service. It underscores our brand’s ongoing position as the best option for productive professionals.”

Purdue Master Gardener classes offered in Warsaw this fall

Are you interested in assisting Purdue Extension with home horticulture education in your community? If so, consider taking the Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training course being offered in-person this fall at the Kosciusko County Extension Office.

The main objective of the Purdue Extension Master Gardener Program is to train volunteers to assist Purdue Extension with home horticulture education in local communities.

Purdue Extension Master Gardeners receive training in horticulture to equip them to fulfill this ed-

ucational role through volunteering in a variety of projects. The requirements for Purdue Extension Master Gardener certification include acceptance into the training through an application and screening process, payment of registration fee, completion of the Extension Master Gardener Basic Training, which includes passing the open-book final exam with a score of 70% or higher, and contributing at least 40 hours of volunteer service approved by the local Extension Master Gardener county coordinator within two years. Purdue Extension Master Gardeners are also required to complete at least 12 volunteer and six continuing education hours every year in order to stay active.

Some of the topics covered in this 14-week course include: plant science, vegetable production, lawn

care and weed identification, insect identification and control, woody ornamentals, and many more. All classes will be held from 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays at the Kosciusko County Extension Office, 202 W. Main St., Warsaw. The course begins Aug. 15. and will run through Nov. 14.

The cost of the course is $180 per person or $240 per couple, which includes class materials, a soil test, program maintenance, a name tag (upon completion of your hours), a Purdue Extension Master Gardener manual, and reference materials. Applications are due to the Kosciusko County Extension Office by Friday, July 21. Space is limited. To receive an application or for additional information, contact Emily Kresca by sending an email to eluc@purdue.edu or calling (574) 372-2340.

Redeemer Lutheran plans vacation Bible school

Redeemer Lutheran Church, Warsaw, will be holding a vacation Bible school in July.

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World Missionary Press hosting ‘Hearts of Fire’

Voice of the Martyrs and Lifeway presents “Hearts of Fire,” a live streamed, virtual event.

83rd KREMC annual meeting breaks voting record

Kosciusko REMC held its 83rd annual meeting on Thursday, June 8. The event, which was transformed into a drive-thru format three years ago, brought thousands of KREMC members through the facility on CR 250E in Warsaw.

During the meeting, members cast their ballots for the KREMC board of directors, were given a boxed meal, bottle of water, free gift, and $10 credit toward their electric bill.

CEO Kurt Carver said another attendance record was broken at the highly successful event. “We suspected we might break the voting record set at last year’s drivethru meeting, and we did just that.

1,491 KREMC members cast their votes. ... That number reflects the xooperative spirit of our members. We are thankful for their enthusiastic participation.” said Carver.

Three seats on the KREMC board of directors were up for election. All were won by incumbent candidates. John Hand won his bid to remain secretary-treasurer of the board. Loretta Schafer and Pam Messmore also were successful in retaining their positions as members of the board.

KREMC also awarded 10 John H. Anglin Scholarships at $1,000 each and 10 4-H Scholarships at $350 each as part of its annual meeting.

The John H. Anglin scholarship is designed to financially assist cooperative members in their pursuit of higher education. The winners of the John H. Anglin Scholarships were Tessa Graney, Mason Johnson, Shoshana Keim, Katherine Ousley, Milana Whitaker, Jacob Kissling, Joshua Fisher, David Ousley, Miriam Hagg, and Morgan Howett.

The 4-H Scholarships were awarded to Lilly Jarrett, Gentry Bouse, Jace Beer, Jared Beer, Ran-

di Colbert, Riley Shepherd, Caroline Raber, Ella Jarrett, Graysen Shepherd and Hallie Bledsoe. “Being able to help our members pursue higher-education and help our young members participate in 4-H projects is very rewarding,” Carver said.

KREMC employees, board members, and volunteers organize and staff the annual meeting. It is no small undertaking. Following the annual meeting Thursday, KREMC’s social media platforms filled with positive feedback and commentary from the community. One member commented “Awesome job! Ran like a well-oiled machine! Thank you for flying the flag, thank you to the police officers and REMC personnel. I look forward to this each year.”

Kosciusko REMC is a Touchstone Energy electric cooperative serving over 18,000 accounts throughout Kosciusko County and into surrounding counties.

People will hear inspiring testimonies of costly faith from four courageous women: Gracia Burnham, held captive in the Philippines; Anita Smith, whose husband was martyred in Libya; Helen Berhane, who was imprisoned in Eritrea; and Susanna Koh, whose husband was abducted in Malaysia. Worship sessions will be led by Michael W. Smith.

World Missionary Press will host “Hearts of Fire” at 7 p.m. Friday, July 14, at the World Prayer Center, New Paris. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Tickets are necessary as seats are limited. For a free ticket, call (574) 831-2111, ext. 230.

The World Prayer Center is located at 19168 CR 146, New Paris, the first driveway to the right after the railroad tracks off of SR 15.

World Missionary Press sends booklets in 26 different languages to coordinators and distributors in the Philippines, Libya, Eritrea and Malaysia. Information about World Missionary Press and sample booklets in the 26 languages will be available at the event.

God” event will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 22, at the church, 1720 E. Center St., Warsaw.

Children can expect crafts, games, music and Bible teaching. Lunch and snacks will be provided.

Vacation Bible school is for children in grades kindergarten through six. Children must be potty trained.

For more information, contact the church by sending an email to churchoffice@redeemerwarsaw.org or calling (574) 267-5656.

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Vintage tractor club plans Antique Village at Kosciusko County Fair

The Kosciusko County Fair is right around the corner. Festivities are set to kick off Sunday, July 9, with a fair parade in which the Echoes of the Past antique farm equipment club will be well represented.

Echoes of the Past will be showing numerous antique and vintage tractors of different makes and models. People will have the opportunity to see them all on display in the parade or parked afterward at the Antique Village at the fairgrounds. For many, visiting the Echoes of the Past in the Antique Village is like taking a step back in time. Vintage and antique tractors are on display during fair week, along with several pieces of vintage agricultural equipment. Visitors to the tent can experience a pioneer kitchen and view over 100 primitives, farm and hand tools.

Kids activities are scattered throughout the village. Children can play in the corn pit, take a ride on the barrel train, hop on a pedal tractor and have their pictures taken at the photo board. Anyone of any age can take a spin around the area on a tractor to experience what it’s like to drive a real tractor while maneuvering obstacles.

The buzzing sound visitors will hear is the live sawmill demonstration. Cutting timber throughout the week lends a lost sound many may not have ever heard.

Before leaving the village, don’t miss out on homemade ice cream. Tractor power is used to crank the ice cream machine. Those who visit during mealtime have a chance to taste sweet corn steam cooked in a trash can. Both the chili and ham and beans are cooked over an open fire, which gives them a unique flavor.

Self-Taught Artist – Oh U-Am

This week we are going to explore an international selftaught artist whose work tells the history of modern Korea, from the colonial era, through their civil war to the digital present.

Oh U-Am (1938-) is a married father of four who was orphaned along with his two brothers when they were very young. During the Korean war, U-Am’s mother had been kidnapped and killed for serving food to soldiers on the wrong side of the civil conflict.

After the war, U-Am enlisted in the South Korean Marine Corps and then found work as a resident handyman at a nunnery near Busan. He wasn’t always busy, so he started painting with leftover enamel paint on wood during the three decades he spent working there.

He didn’t start painting in earnest until he was in his sixties when his daughter convinced him to quit his job and devote all his time to creating artwork.

In 2004, gallerist Yum Hejung heard about U-Am’s work and went to visit him with hopes of presenting his work in an exhibition at her gallery, ArtForm Newgate in Seoul. When Hejung found U-Am, he was living in a rundown rental apartment with his wife and his artwork was

scattered about.

After months of coaxing, she persuaded him to sell her a painting. She supplied him with oils and canvases and loaned his family money so they could move to a better apartment. In 2006 and 2010 Hejung held solo exhibitions for U-Am at ArtForm Newgate.

The paintings in the shows were somber in mood and subject matter, mainly focusing on Busan’s past. The images had strong horizontal lines, using an exaggerated linear perspective that made them both realistic and fantastical. But a third show, in 2015, presented artwork that was refreshingly cheerful and set in contemporary Busan. What had happened between the shows to bring out such a change in U-Am’s artwork?

In 2010, Korea’s central government informed U-Am his long-dead father had been identified as an anti-colonial activist and would be publicly honored as a patriot. This finding allowed U-Am to revise the script of his life and his family’s place in modern Korea, and it meant he would get a small but steady cash benefit each month. (newyorker.com/ culture/culture-desk/the-selftaught-artist-whose-work-tellsthe-history-of-modern-korea)

In 2022, U-Am’s work was presented at the Busan Biennale at the Museum of Contempo-

Goshen Hospital recently achieves four-star rating

Goshen Hospital recently achieved a four-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Care Compare program. The national average is a three-star rating for hospitals participating in the program.

Areas of excellence for the hospital’s performance included low readmission rates for patients

Pleasant Grove Church holding Nelson’s chicken sale Aug. 5

Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church will be having a Nelson’s Catering chicken and pit-tatoes sale from 10:30 a.m. until sold out Saturday, Aug. 5.

All pre-sale ticket holders must pick up their chicken before noon. The Nelson’s barbecue sale will be held at the Kroger parking lot, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw.

Cost is $8.50 for half a chicken and $4.50 for pit-tatoes.

For more information, call the church at (574) 269-4294.

with heart failure, pneumonia and stroke and low infection rates for surgical sites and catheter associated urinary tract infections when compared to other hospitals nationally.

“Delivering excellence in patient care remains the highest priority for our colleagues. Receiving a high rating from CMS recognizes our dedication to improving the health of our communities,” said Randy Christophel, Goshen Health president and CEO.

rary Art in Busan, South Korea. U-Am is now 84 and moved with his wife and daughter to a home in an isolated area of Hamyang, in Korea’s mountainous interior, far west of Busan, where he continues to paint daily. There is limited information on Oh U-Am available atbusanbiennale2022. org.

Events

• Midwest Museum of American Art in Elkhart. The museum is proud to present the exhibition “America The Beautiful” by American Master Photographer Clyde Butcher. His extraordinary work will be available for viewing through July 16. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The museum is located at 429 S. Main St. in Elkhart. Admission is $10. For more information, call (574) 293-6660.

• Lakeland Art Center & Gallery. Juried Show: The show is open to the public now through July 22. The public is welcome to attend. Gallery hours are 11:30 a.m. to 4: 30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and admission is free. Gallery is located at 302 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw. For more information, email lakelandartassociation@gmail.com.

• Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery. Kim Lanoue is the featured exhibitor at the gallery. The gallery is inside of Warsaw City Hall, 102 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Gallery is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Free admission.

To exhibit at Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery, contact Darla McCammon, curator, at (574) 5274044 (leave a message) or email to mcdar7@gmail.com.

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4-H FAIR

Kosciusko County Fair back for 106th year

For 106 years, the county fair has graced the Kosciusko County fairgrounds, and this year is no exception.

The festivities kick off Sunday, July 9, and run through Saturday, July 15. The fair will be open from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. This year’s theme is “Out of this World.”

Tickets are $8 with free admission day on Sunday, July 9. Children age 9 and under receive free admission and are $3 for seniors age 65 and older.

Grandstand events are included in your gate admission. Pit passes are available for $15 for adults and $6 for children under 9.

A lunch pass is also available for purchase weekdays between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Guests can purchase this ticket for $5, enter the main gate C and return by 2 p.m. for a full refund.

Grandstand gates open at 6 p.m. with events beginning at 7:30 p.m. Events include:

• Heavyweight horse pull, Sunday, July 9.

• Broken Horn Rodeo, Monday, July 10.

• Monster Truck Mash, Tuesday, July 11.

• KOI Dirt Drag, Wednesday, July 12.

• Boggs Boys Mud Bog,Thursday, July 13.

• Demolition derby, Friday, July 15.

• Truck and tractor pulls, Saturday, July 15.

Pit passes are available to purchase for the Monster Truck Mash, Boggs Boys Mud Bog, demolition derby and truck and tractor pulls.

For free on-grounds entertainment, the fair is hosting Barnyard Party Pals, a fun, educational petting zoo family experience providing an up-close, hands-on, farm animal activity. The fair is also offering Sea Lion Splash, a unique, educational show with a splash.

The Kosciusko County fairgrounds are located at 1400 E. Smith St., Warsaw.

Kosciusko County cutie pageant held July 10

The Kosciusko County Fair will be hosting its annual “Mr./Miss” Pageant Monday, July 10. Children ages 2-12 are welcome to compete.

There is no pre-registration, but parents are required to begin registering their child at 5 p.m. Monday, July 10,. Registration and the pageant will take place at the Event Center on the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St., Warsaw. All fair-goers are welcome to attend the pageant.

The pageant is split into four categories with each category signifying a different age group. Miss & Mister Toddler is open to those who are 2 years old, while Miss & Mister Preschool is open to those 3-4 years old. For older children, Little Miss & Mister is open for children aged 5-8. Junior Miss & Mister is open to ages 9-12.

Miss & Mister Toddler will kick off the pageant at 5:30 p.m, followed by Miss & Mister Preschool around 6 p.m. Little Miss & Mister will grace the stage around 6:45 p.m, and Junior Miss & Mister will round out the night at 7:45 p.m.

Fair kicks off with parade

This year’s fair parade, themed “Out of this World,” will begin lining up in the police department parking lot, 2191 Fort Wayne St., Warsaw, at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 9. The parade will begin at 3:30 p.m.

The parade is open to all community organizations and 4-H clubs. To register an entry, contact the Kosciusko County Fair office at (574) 269-1823, to request a form sent via email, or visit kcfair.com and download a form, which can be found under their “Fair” tab. Entry deadline is noon Sunday, July 9. All entries need to have a brief written statement to be read as the entry passes the announcement stand.

The parade route will begin on Fort Wayne Street, turning onto Harrison Street, onto Center Street, to Bronson Street, then into the main entrance of the Kosciusko County Community Fairgrounds.

Categories in the parade include 4-H, antique vehicle, float, equestrian, commercial, best of theme and club. Equestrian units are required to provide their own manure clean up along the parade route.

Any questions can be directed to the Fair Office at (574) 269-1823.

4-H FAIR

Sale of Champions, auction takes place Friday, July 14

The annual Kosciusko County 4-H Auction will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, July 14, in the show arena on the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, Warsaw.

The Sale of Champions will start the day. Here grand champions and reserve champions not being shown at the Indiana state fair will be brought to the arena by their 4-H’er handlers.

The sale order this year will be poultry, rabbit, goats, sheep, beef, dairy beef, dairy calf feeder steers, dairy and swine. The King and Queen kiss will be intermingled in the sale lineup. The 4-H auction will be immediately following.

4-H Livestock exhibitors gain hands on financial and decision making skills and learn responsibility and the value of hard work. The auction rewards and honors young people for the efforts they take to grow and show quality livestock.

So what is new this year?

The 4-H’ers will appear in alphabetical reverse order, starting with last names beginning with Z and going to last names beginning with A.

Buyers in the auction will have two ways to participate.

Those wishing to join in person can register at the show arena from 8-10 a.m.

This year’s auction is “premium only.” During the auction, a buyer pays premiums, or a cash award in recognition of a 4-Her’s financial investment and hardwork. Animals will remain with the 4-H member or will be sold outside of the 4-H livestock auction. Although 4-Hers may exhibit multiple species, each youth is only allowed to go through the auction ring once.

4-Hers will choose once species to represent their livestock project(s). Project information for each exhibitor will be listed in the sale program. A bidder may be the sole buyer, however, bidders have the option to share purchases.

For those who cannot attend the live auction there are two additional options for participation. Add-Ons will begin

Friday, July 14, and end at midnight Monday, July 17. Individuals can go to wwww.bwfinaldrive.com and select Kosciusko County 4-H Livestock Auction. After registration on Breeders World Final Drive, persons will be able to see all of this year’s 4-H Livestock exhibitors. Scroll through the lot listings or search for the individual. Add-ons will also be accepted on

Friday, July 14, in the show arena.

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Nightly fair entertainment has something for everyone

Each evening, the Kosciusko County Community Fair brings entertainment that is sure to please. All events have free grandstand seating included with your admission to the fairgrounds. Pit passes for select shows are available for an additional cost. Daily admission to the fair is $8 for adults and free for children 9 and younger. Weekly admission is $40. Pit passes, where available, are $15 for adults, $6 for kids 9 and younger. Parking is free.

Opening up the week is the heavyweight horse pull at 6:30 p.m. Sunday July 9. This family friendly event is sure to be fun to watch and see how much weight these horses can pull.

The always popular Broken Horn Rodeo comes to the fair at 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 10. Come see these professional rodeo cowboys and cowgirls do their best in a variety of events that will leave you holding your breath and shouting for joy, all in the same moment.

On Tuesday, July 11, the monster trucks are back in the grandstands. The gates open with a pit party at 6 p.m., followed by the show at 7:30 p.m. Pit passes are available.

KOI dirt drag racing returns to the fairgrounds Wednesday, July 12. The gates will be open at 6 p.m. with the show at 7:30 p.m. Pit passes are available.

Thursday, July 13, brings the popular Boggs Boy’s Mud Bog

show. The gates open for the pit party at 6 p.m.

The demolition derby returns at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 14. The grandstand gates open at 6 p.m. with a pit party at 6:30 p.m. If you are interested in being a part of the derby, the entry fee is $25 per car/truck, which includes driver’s pit pass. Contact the fair office at (574) 269-1823 for more information.

The week concludes with the popular truck and tractor pulls at 6 p.m. Gates open at 4 p.m. and pit passes are available. A variety of weights and classes will compete.

For more information, visit kcfair.com or call the fair office at (574) 269-1823. The Kosciusko County Fairgrounds is located at 1400 E. Smith St., Warsaw.

4-H FAIR

Daily attractions

The Kosciusko County Fair has two different free daily attractions taking place throughout the week. The shows are free with your admission to the fair. Daily admission to the fair is $8 for adults and free for children 9 and younger. Weekly admission is $40.

First, Barnyard Party Pals is a fun, educational and true petting zoo family experience that allows guests an up-close, hands-on farm and exotic animals from around the globe.

“Little did we know when we started in 2013, our collection of barnyard and exotic animals that our passion would one day become our livelihood,” said owner Luke Schonfeld. “All of our Critter Crew babies are hand fed with tender loving care and all who visit are welcome to hug, pet, feed and mingle with all of our cuddly barnyard critters.”

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overall financial support for each 4-H’er.

In 2021 buyer support group funds totaling $7,408 were distributed to 62 youth. In 2022, donations of $11,290 were distributed to 57 youth who struggled to receive financial support.

Persons who would like to contribute or have questions can contact Bruce Lamb at (574) 528-1259.

During the live auction, Breeders World Final Drive will provide invoices for live auction purchases and on-site add-on donations. Payments may be made on auction day. After the auction Breeders World Final Drive will provide for on and off-site add on donations. Collections for all funds will be made by Breeders World Final Drive.

All payments should be made no later than July 31 in order for checks to be written to 4-H’ers.

The success of the 4-H Livestock Auction is due to the generosity of the 4-H family, neighbors, volunteers and community business leaders. The community’s participation positively influences the futures of hundreds of youth.

Barnyard Party Pals will be available Monday through Saturday in the Event Center area throughout each day for children and adults of all ages.

Secondly, Seal Lion Splash will have shows throughout the fair. Described as a unique educational show with a splash, guests are invited to come witness the animals’ natural behavior, as well as their antics when they are encouraged.

The sea lions will amaze the crowd as they balance balls, shoot hoops, dance, perform handstands and show their pretty smiles. After the show, guests will have the opportunity to get a fun photo with a sea lion. This is the only show in the U.S. that features both California and South American sea lions.

Shows will take place in the commercial tent area at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Monday; 11:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday; 1 p.m. 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Thursday; 3:30 p,m. and 7 p.m. Friday; and 1 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday.

of our loved ones, patients, friends, relatives want to remain in their home - but stairs can be a huge problem.

Open Class Special Contests at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair

The Elkhart County 4-H Fair Home & Family Arts Department offers Open Class Special Contests to anyone over the age of 8 in the Michiana area. These special contests are a fun way to show creativity in cooking, baking and grilling and even win a great prize sponsored by local businesses.

To enter the contests participants do not need to pre-register, just bring entries to the Home & Family Arts Building on the 4-H Fairgrounds the day of the contest.

The 2023 Elkhart County 4-H Fair President Fred Jessup has announced the President’s Item this year will be “Anything Goes with Cherries.” Bring your entry and recipe to check-in from 7:30-11 a.m. Thursday, July 20. Open judging begins around 11:15 a.m. The winning entry will be awarded a prize of $10 from the Elkhart County 4-H Fair Board.

A “Fresh Salsa” contest will be held Saturday, July 22. Mix up your winning fruit and/or tomato

salsa recipes and let the judges choose their favorites. Check-in is at 11:30 a.m. with judging to begin at noon. Awards are sponsored by Richmond’s Feed Service.

Saturday will also feature our “Dairy Delicious” contest. Enter your favorite party food, main dish or dessert. The entry must contain at least two dairy foods such as milk, cream, cream cheese, cheese or ice cream. Each entry should have at least six servings. Checkin is at 4:30 p.m. Judging will begin around 5 p.m. Elkhart County Dairy Directors are sponsoring the contest.

There will be a “Cast Iron Tossing” contest at 4 p.m. Sunday, July 23, at the Saddle Arena.

Enter the “Fastest Fingers” contest Monday, July 24, sponsored by Shirley’s Gourmet Popcorn and crochet the longest chain during this timed event. Yarn and needles will be provided. Check-in is at 11:30 a.m. and judging begins around noon.

Sweet Corn Charlie Produce LLC will be sponsoring the “Year of the Broccoli” contest. The dish can be as creative as you like, but the main ingredient must be locally grown broccoli. Bring the dish to the Home and Family Arts building at 6 p.m. Monday, July 24. Open judging begins around 6:30 p.m.

No baking skills are needed to enter the “Longest Apple Peel” contest, Tuesday, July 25. The apples and knife are provided, but for safety reasons, this contest is for adults only. Be sure to read the contest rules and regulations. Check-in at 11 a.m.; contest begins at 11:15 a.m. The participant with the longest, continuous peel will claim first place. Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard is sponsoring the event.

Tuesday, July 25 will host the “39th Annual Senior Citizen’s Cookie Contest.” Check-in will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at 11 a.m. with judging at 11:30 a.m. Participants must be 62 years of

age or older and can enter one item in each of the three categories: bar, drop and formed cookies. No brownies are allowed. Each entry should have six cookies on a plate. This contest is sponsored by the Elkhart County 4-H Fair Board. There will be a “Corn Meal” contest on Wednesday, July 26. Checkin is at 11:30 a.m. with judging at noon.

A “lawn ornament” contest will be held on Thursday, July 27, sponsored by Soapy Gnome. Check-in as at 6 p.m. with judging at 6:30 p.m.

The “Bursting with Blueberries” contest is on Friday, July 28. Check-in is from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. with open judging at noon. Anything goes, but the more blueberries the better!

If you like to grill, don’t miss the outdoor cooking contests on Saturday, July 29. The “Best of Michiana Ribs” and “Byler Lienhart CookOff” will begin with check-in at 9 a.m. Byler Lienhart cook-off judging will begin at 11:30 a.m. while

ribs judging will begin around noon. Be sure to read all contest rules and regulations. Winners will be awarded gift certificates or cash prizes. Sponsors include Yoder’s Meat & Cheese Co., Elkhart Co. Pork Producers, Elkhart Co. Beef Cattle Association and Elkhart Co. Sheep Breeders.

Saturday, July 29, also hosts

“The Great Homemade Ice Cream Crank-Off” which is held in front of the Home & Family Arts building. Check-in is from 10-11 a.m.; the crank-off begins at 11:15 a.m. and must be done by noon for judging. Enter as an individual or a team of no more than three. Specific contest rules and regulations apply. Cash prizes will be giving to first, second, and third place winners. This contest is sponsored by the Elkhart County Dairy Directors. Each entry must be accompanied by a neatly written, printed or typed recipe. Recipes become the property of the Elkhart County

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O BITUARIES

Jeanne T. Dahl

Passion For Music

Jeanne T. Dahl, Syracuse, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 25, 2023, at the age of 95.

She was born Oct. 1, 1927, to George and Georgia (Remington) Roemer in Milwaukee, Wis. Jeanne graduated from the Milwaukee school system before moving to Syracuse. There, she began her career as a bartender for local establishments, including the Syracuse American Legion and Dewart Lake Inn.

Jeanne was known for her good sense of humor that could light up a room. Her magnetic personality and warm nature drew people in wherever she went. Raised Catholic, she had a great love for Jesus and an immense passion for music, which led her to play the organ at many different establishments in the area. Jeanne had many musicrelated jobs, including working for the music store in Syracuse and teaching adult chord courses. Her love for music was deeply ingrained within her soul; it was demonstrated through every note she played on the organ. Jeanne also enjoyed getting together with her neighbors to celebrate each other’s birthday each year.

Jeanne is survived by her children, Patricia VanCuren, Robert “B.G.” VanSickle, Kelly Payne and Robert Trolson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Oscar Dahl, whom she married on July 30, 1979; and sister, Jovene.

Titus Funeral Home is entrusted with Jeanne’s care. A graveside service was held at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 29, at Syracuse Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

To leave a written condolence, please visit www.titusfuneralhome. com.

Jack Alshouse

Jack Alshouse, 85, Warsaw, formerly of Syracuse, passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Lake City Place.

He was born Feb. 6, 1938, in Goshen, to Tom and Grace Alshouse. He was a 1956 graduate of Ligonier High School. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Jack retired from Weatherhead/Dana Corporation after 43 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion in North Webster, as well as the Elks Club in Ligonier.

He is survived by a half brother, Bob (Deborah) Caldwell of Florida. He is also survived by his longtime companion Christina Ritter’s daughters, Donna (Dave) Beard and Kathy VanDiepenbos.

Christina preceded him in death in 2020. He was also preceded by a sister, Sharon.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 8, at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse. Calling will be one hour prior to the service from 10-11 a.m. Burial will follow at the Syracuse Cemetery with military honors.

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Extension Homemakers with the right to use them for fair publicity. Complete contest rules and regulations are printed annually in the Open Class Home & Family Arts Department booklet. You

can download a copy from the extension office website at extension. purdue.edu/county/elkhart/openclass-hfa.html or obtain a copy from the office located inside Gate 2 on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, 17746 CR 34, Goshen.

Maria Lynn Arnett

Maria Lynn Arnett, 80, Akron, died at 2:02 p.m. June 25, 2023.

She was born Sept. 25, 1942. On Oct. 11, 1958, she married Adam Arnett Sr. He preceded her in death May 2, 2014.

Surviving are daughters, Sandra Kay Stephen, Prestonsburg, Ky., Teresa Martin, McDowell, Ky., Rita Slone, David, Ky., Sally Shepherd, Mentone, and Crystal Gagnon, Akron; sons, Jeff Arnett, Milford, Mike Arnett, Silver Lake, James Thomas Arnett, Warsaw, and Daniel Arnett, Silver Lake; 23 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and brothers, Allen Johnson, Michigan, and Elmer Emmitt Johnson, Prestonsburg, Ky.

Services were held June 30 at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Interment was in Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake.

Douglas Duane Bitting

Douglas “Doug” Duane Bitting, 72, Bourbon, died at 1:05 a.m. June 22, 2023.

He was born Aug. 5, 1950. On June 29, 1996, he married Christine Gardner-Conway. She preceded him in death July 15, 2015.

Surviving are daughters, Apryl Deeter, Nappanee, and Heather Chupp, Bourbon; sons, Chad Bitting, Goshen, Courtney Bitting, Etna Green, and Joshua Bitting, Arkansas; stepchildren, Mat Conway, Cromwell, Kelli Rolston, Syracuse, and Trent Conway, Muncie; 17 grandchildren; 23 stepgrandchildren; five greatgrandchildren and five more on the way; two stepgreat-grandchildren and one on the way; and siblings, Susan Matthews, New Paris, Jimmie Bitting, Goshen, Steven Bitting, Texas, and John Bitting, Elkhart.

Services were held June 26 at

Nappanee First Brethren Church. Burial was in Syracuse Cemetery. Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, was in charge of arrangements.

Robert Allen Border

Robert Allen Border, 88, Bourbon, died June 22, 2023.

He was born July 21, 1935. On Sept. 6, 1957, he married Zada Klingerman; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Lorle Cooper, Tippecanoe, and Julle Dienfenbaugh, North Manchester; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, Jerry Border, Bourbon; and sisters, Sarah Feldman, South Bend, and Shirley Everest, Warsaw.

A celebration of life was held June 29 at The Wooded Knot, Tippecanoe. Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, was in charge of arrangements.

Richard David Capps

Richard David “Rick” Capps, 49, Tippecanoe Lake, Leesburg, died June 26, 2023.

He was born Dec. 25, 1973. On July 1, 1995, he married Amy Cross. She preceded him in death April 22, 2023.

He is survived by his father, David Capps, Springport; and three nephews.

A graveside service will take place at noon Wednesday, July 5, at Mocks Cemetery, North Webster. A time of fellowship will follow at Leesburg United Methodist Church, 111 W. Prairie St., Leesburg, following the service. Titus Funeral Home of North Webster is in charge of arrangements.

Michael Allen Cooper

Michael Allen Cooper, 68, Ligonier, died June 25, 2023.

He was born June 30, 1954.

He is survived by a daughter, Christina McDonald, Millersburg; a

granddaughter; siblings, Jack Cooper, Jim Cooper, Mary Harris and Sandra Clair; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held June 29 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial was in Oak Park Cemetery, Ligonier.

Jennifer Marie Dunn

Jennifer Marie (Macias) Dunn, 40, Syracuse, died June 24, 2023.

She was born June 20, 1983.

Surviving are her children, Anna Macias, Goshen, Lillian Macias and Gabriel Macias, both of Ligonier, and Thomas Dunn, Warsaw; her mother, Sandi Hibbs, Oxford, Ark.; stepmother, Wanda Parrett, Larwill; grandmother, Lenora Stump, Warsaw; sister, Rebecca Sielesnew, North Manchester; and siblings, Angela Rucker and Daniel Schuh, both of Warsaw.

Services were held July 1 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial was in Snodgrass Cemetery, Larwill.

Philip Dale Esenwein

Philip Dale Esenwein, 74, Leesburg, died June 21, 2023.

He was born May 7, 1949.

He is survived by a daughter, Amber Crawford-Esenwein, Miami Beach, Fla.; son, Jon Esenwein, Pierceton; two grandsons; one greatgrandson; and sister, Sherry Paugh.

A graveside service is in the planning stages. Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Peggy Ann Gerkin

Peggy Ann Gerkin, 79, Leesburg, died June 20, 2023.

She was born Jan. 2, 1944. On April 19, 1974, she married Thomas E. “TomEG” Gerkin. He preceded her in death July 22, 2008.

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We moved to a lease program. The machines in the photo were all in operating condition when taken out of service in April of this year.

The leasing company offered no trade-in and we have no use for these machines today.

Machines may be inspected between 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday. There is no guarantee or warranty offered or implied.

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She is survived by a sister, Nancy Dirck, Warsaw; three nephews; a sister-in-law, Doris Heisler, Warsaw; numerous cousins; lots of nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews; and Cody, the cat.

Services were held June 28 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery, North Webster.

Betty J. Hamilton

Betty J. (Krusinski) Hamilton, 93, South Bend, died June 23, 2023.

She was born Sept. 23, 1929. On June 15, 1947, she married Clifford Hamilton, who preceded her in death in 2017.

Surviving are her children, Karla Barnum, Mishawaka, and Douglas Hamilton, South Bend; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and sisters, Delores Huff, Leesburg, and Sharon Vandewalle, South Bend.

Services were held June 28 at Palmer Funeral Home-Guisinger Chapel, South Bend. Interment will take place at a later date at Southlawn Cemetery, South Bend.

Richard L. Heldenbrand

Richard Lee “Dick” Heldenbrand, 91, Goshen, died June 22, 2023.

He was born June 3, 1932. On May 2, 1964, he married Ruth Alexandra McDaniel; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Samuel Heldenbrand, Malaga, Spain; two grandsons; and sister, Arla Mae McNeff, Burnsville, Minn.

Services were held June 29 at Bible Baptist Church, Wakarusa. A private burial was in Pleasant View Cemetery, Warsaw. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, was in charge of arrangements.

Fred Thomas Kinch

Fred Thomas Kinch, 81, Claypool, died June 24, 2023.

He was born Feb. 14, 1942. On July 9, 1967, he married Susan Parker; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Joseph Kinch, Claypool; daughter, Belinda Shepherd, Owasso, Okla.; two grandchildren; and brother, Louis Gene Kinch, North Manchester. Services were held June 28 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Spring Creek Cemetery, Pierceton.

Mary Jane Knudsen

Mary Jane Knudsen, 93, died June 23, 2023.

She was born July 16, 1929. In June 1951, she married Robert Knudsen, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Joyce Knudsen, Diane Cressman, Robert Knudsen Jr., Mary Louise Creager, Theodore Knudsen and Judith Johnson; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 15, at Syra-

cuse Cemetery. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, is in charge of arrangements.

Albert Charles Lane

Albert Charles Lane, 98, Goshen, died June 27, 2023.

He was born April 12, 1925. On Aug. 21, 1948, he married Marion Brunea, who preceded him in death Dec. 30, 2002. On July 29, 2006, he married Dorothy Rock, who preceded him in death July 11, 2019.

Surviving are sons, Albert John Lane, New Paris, and Steven Charles Lane, Warsaw; and a grandson.

A private graveside service will be held at Violett Cemetery, Goshen. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Betty I. Malone

Betty I. Malone, 89, Goshen, died June 24, 2023.

She was born Dec. 28, 1933. On Jan. 26, 1950, she married Max E. Malone. He preceded her in death April 12, 2012.

Surviving are sons, Steven Malone, Syracuse, and Scott Malone, South Bend; four grandchildren; and three stepgrandchildren.

A private family graveside service was held at Violett Cemetery, Goshen. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Cherish S. Morrissette

Cherish Starr Morrissette, 37, Warsaw, died June 24, 2023.

She was born May 10, 1986.

Surviving are her parents, Rita (Fields) Sloderbeck and Eddie Dawson, both of Warsaw; her oldest sister, Chasity Taylor; brothers, Tyler, Mike and Darryl Dawson; aunts, uncles and cousins.

Visitation was held June 30 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Services were private. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Debra Lynn Nick

Debra Lynn Nick, 62, Bremen, died June 26, 2023.

She was born Sept. 26, 1960.

Surviving are siblings, Ron Yacuk, Houston, Texas, Chuck Yacuk, Kouts, and Dawn Jones, Elkhart; her husband, Charles Nick, Bremen; her children, Derek Nick, Nappanee, Justin Nick and Benjamin Nick, both of Indianapolis; four grandchildren; and four grandpups.

Services were held June 30 at Bremen Missionary Church. Entombment was in Bremen Cemetery Mausoleum. Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen, was in charge of arrangements.

Vickie E. Peters

Vickie E. Peters, 74, Bremen, died at 6:30 a.m. June 28, 2023.

She was born Sept. 25, 1948.

She is survived by her significant other, Daniel Newell, Bremen; son, Richard Peters, Nappanee; a grandson; and siblings, Zed Hendricks and

Peggy Krauter, both of Bremen. Per her wishes, cremation will take place and a memorial visitation will take place at a later date. Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen, is in charge of arrangements.

Robin Ann Rasor

Robin Ann Rasor, 73, Warsaw, died June 23, 2023.

She was born April 21, 1950.

Surviving are her brothers, Andy, Bloomington, and Aaron, Carmel, Calif.; and cousins, nieces and nephews. She has been cremated and no memorial service has been planned yet. Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Dorsey Hurl Rhoades

Dorsey Hurl Rhoades, 91, Kokomo, a native of Warsaw, died at 5:35 p.m. June 28, 2023.

He was born Nov. 24, 1931. On Oct. 6, 1998, he married Barbara Crouch Sorrell; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Marla LaRue, James Rhoades, David Rhoades, Lisa Cassell, Linda Brantley and Crystal Zentz; 23 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and seven nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 7, at Bible Baptist Church, 2635 S. Dixon Road, Kokomo. Military honors will be provided by the United States Air Force and the Kokomo VFW Military Rites Team. Friends may visit with the family from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at the church. Stout & Son Funeral Homes has been entrusted with arrangements.

Arden Paul Rider

Arden Paul Rider, 96, Warren, formerly of North Webster, died June 28, 2023.

He was born Jan. 13, 1927. On Sept. 28, 1945, he married Esther Marie Martin, who preceded him in death in 2020.

He is survived by a daughter, Cheryl Rider; daughters-in-law, Nora Kametani and Beth Rider; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, Robert Aaron Rider; sisters, Norma Elma Roose and Joy Ann Legett; and brother-in-law, Gail “Speedy” Martin. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 8, at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. He will be laid to rest beside his wife at Scott Keister Cemetery. Following the burial, a gathering of family and friends will continue back at the funeral home from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Donna J. Rookstool

Donna J. Rookstool, 88, Goshen, died at 7:05 p.m. June 26, 2023. She was born Oct. 26, 1934. On Aug. 14, 1954, she married Robert Rookstool. He preceded her in death

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Surviving are daughters, Deb Billet and Kim Wise, both of Goshen; two grandsons; and three great-grandchildren and one on the way.

Services were held July 1 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

Samuel P. Showalter

Samuel “Sam” P. Showalter, 81, Nappanee, died at 4 a.m. June 23, 2023.

He was born Jan. 1, 1942. On Nov. 28, 1963, he married Janet Smith; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Dawn Keb, South Bend, and Laura Saggav, San Tan Valley, Ariz.; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Pat Taylor, Harrisonburg, Va.

A memorial service was held June 29 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.

Wanda J. Simison

Wanda J. Simison, 71, Warsaw, died June 25, 2023.

She was born Feb. 2, 1952. On June 2, 1984, she married Rick Simison; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Chad King, Elkhart, and Troy King, Warsaw; stepchildren, Faith Pence, Greensboro, and Ron Simison and Echo Tingler, both of Indianapolis; five grandchildren; nine stepgrandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and siblings, Linda Allen, Warsaw, and Ron Allen, Lagro.

Services were held July 3 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

John A. Simpson

John A. “Hippie” Simpson, 75, died at 3:39 a.m. June 24, 2023.

He was born Aug. 28, 1947. He married Carolyn Ullery.

Surviving are daughters, Melissa Marie Simpson, Warsaw, Joni Maranda Zook, Claypool, Tiffany Heather Lyon and Emily Alyse Wysong; his “granddaughter;” siblings, Peggy Hachmann, Timothy Bryant and Sally Burton; and nieces and nephews.

Services were held July 1 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Burial with military honors followed in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Anita

St. Germain-Miller

Anita St. Germain-Miller, 86, Goshen, died at 10 a.m. June 24, 2023. She was born Jan. 27, 1937. On March 3, 1957, she married Winston E. St. Germain, who preceded her in death Oct. 8, 2004. On Jan. 7, 2006, she married Ora Monroe Miller, who preceded her in death May 19, 2015.

Surviving are daughters, Ann Popenfoose, Syracuse, and Karyn Mitchell, Ossian; sons, Gregory St. Germain and Brent St. Germain, both of Goshen; four grandchildren;

Services were held June 30 at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

Karen Sue Thomas

Karen Sue Thomas, 82, Winona Lake, died June 22, 2023.

She was born Aug. 14, 1940.

Surviving are her children, Kelly Wogoman, Warsaw, and Brian Thomas, Indianapolis; sister, Wilberta “Bert” Baker, Pierceton; three grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.

Services were held June 29 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Joann Vock

Joann “Jo” Vock, 86, Leesburg, died June 17, 2023.

She was born May 26, 1937. On Sept. 20, 1975, she married Donald Vock, who preceded her in death in 2017.

She is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and Curt Schacht, Leesburg; stepdaughters, Dawn Thomas, Ocean City, Md., and Eve Veljasevic, Island Lake, Ill.; stepson, Mark Vock, Bessemer, Ala.; brother-in-law, Harold Vock, Itasca, Ill.; 12 grandchildren; 18 greatgrandchildren; her loyal companion, Pickles; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and friends.

Come celebrate Jo’s life and share memories from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, July 8, at Jo’s home. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, is in charge of arrangements.

Jean Ann Wallace

Jean Ann Wallace, 78, Winona Lake, died at 3:13 a.m. June 27, 2023.

She was born March 9, 1945. On March 8, 1968, she married Frank Eugene Wallace. He preceded her in death Feb. 26, 2006.

She is survived by a daughter, Teffinie Bontrager, Syracuse; stepson, Steven Wallace, Alaska; three grandchildren; sister, Carolyn Eicher, Leo; brothers, Charles Middaugh, Argos, and Carl Middaugh, Bourbon; and sister-in-law, Sharon Middaugh, Plymouth.

Services were held June 30 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Milford Cemetery.

Robert L. Warner

Robert “Bob” L. Warner, 68, died June 21, 2023.

He was born Dec. 1, 1954. On March 12, 1990, he married Dixie Golden; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Lacie Warner, Kristina Warner, Michelle Durr, Robert Warner Jr., Ashli Tanner, all of Plymouth, Jake Vories, Warsaw, Heather Pittman, Plymouth, and Amber Pittman, Rochester; sister, Penny Fisher, Plymouth; brother, Nick Warner, Plymouth; 20 grandchildren; sister-inlaw, Alria Warner; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held July 1 at JohnsonDanielson Funeral Home, Plymouth. Burial was in New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.

Paul L. Wixson

Paul L. “Turk” Wixson, 92, De Leon Springs, Fla., died Jan. 16, 2023.

He was born March 20, 1930. On June 28, 1950, he married Virginia Brill, who preceded him in death in July 1998.

He is survived by his companion, Betty Poppy; daughters, Luann Yoder, Winfield, Pa., Paula Bramblett, Plant City, Fla., and Connie Morgan, Syracuse; a bonus daughter, Angie Bowman, Deltona, Fla.; 14 grandchildren; 10 bonus grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 6, at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse. Burial will follow at 12:15 p.m. at Syracuse Cemetery with full military honors.

Court News

Small Claims Kosciusko County

The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:

SAC Finance Inc. v. James Bryant, $8,391.84; v. Misty D. Hubert, $8,289.14; v. Quimbia J. McCoy, $9,934.27; v. Matthew S. Poe, $5,781.82

Jessyca L. Rich, $6,795.32

CL Benz Co. LLC v. Angela Osborne, $784.55

Sherri Makinson v. Tarin Renaye McCreary, $1,255

Tom Decker v. Brenda Lackey, Debra Lynn Welling, $1,630

Warsaw Health System LLC d/b/a

Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Keenan Creightney, $2,217.12; v. Jane Helblig, $1,728.83; v. Omar Marban, $1,153.92; v. Shawn Smith, $557.70

Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp.

v. Sierra D. Edwards, $7,026.14;

v. Robert B. Gardiner, $9,259.68; v. Brandon A. Hoffer, $6,867; v. Elizabeth A. Ireland, $5,083.19

Ace Bail Bonds v. Tristan Elsasser, $1,250

IOM Health System LP v. Barbara Farmer, $2,125.79

Civil Collections

Kosciusko County

The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding:

Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Victor Blanco, $13,553.82

Midland Credit Management Inc.

v. Leslie V. Fernandez, $2,263.53

Lakeland Villa Apartments v. Daniel Gonzalez, $2,384.10

Finwise Bank v. Lisa Hawley, $2,211.71

Mariner Finance LLC v. Johnny R. Isaac, Shelly R. McGrath, $1,459.01;

v. October S. Rasmussen, $3,866.23

Capital One NA v. Tasha M. Salyer, $1,526.82

CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Brittnee R. Sheneman, $11,669.02

OneMain Financial Group LLC v. Frederick A. Jones, $10,512.80

LVNV Funding LLC v. Mark Kersey, $989.46; v. Jason Stoner, $3,166.64

Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp.

v. Nichole R. Martin, $14,397.95

ADLP Investments LLC Series 1 v. Maricela G. Melendez, $1,815.19

Credit Service International v. Samantha Marie Miller, $2,867.94; v. Keith Nickerson, $2,176.52; v. Ollievia Sigsbee, $4,208.53; v. Robert E. Wenzel, $19,558.40

Velocity Investments LLC v. Jordan Moore, $1,025.34

Bi-Tec Co. Inc., d/b/a Indiana Telephone Network v. Next Gen Power Holdings LLC, formerly known as Way Interglobal Network LLC, $55,935.67

Benson Communications Inc. v. Next Gen Power Holdings LLC, for-

BIRTHS

Korban Philip Liechty

Mark and Stephanie Liechty, Elkhart, are the parents of a son, Korban Philip, born at 8:48 p.m. June 22, 2023, at Goshen Hospital. He weighed 9 pounds, 8.2 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.

Julia Grace Schwartz

Alvin and Laura (Detweiler) Schwartz, Plymouth, are the parents of a daughter, Julia Grace, born at 12:25 a.m. June 24, 2023. She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces.

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Eric and Adriana (Ponciano) Cox,

merly known as Way Interglobal Network LLC, $136,930.96

Elkhart County

The following civil collections have been awarded in Elkhart County Superior Court III: Citibank, N.A. v. Jordan Alderman, New Paris, $2,571.92

Capital One, N.A. v. Ryan Crosley, Syracuse, $4,842.10

Judgment

The following monetary judgment has been awarded as part of a decree of dissolution in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: Jose P. Cervantes Nunes v. Madel Carmen Maldonado de Cervantes, $70,064

Superior Court III

The following fines for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding:

Speeding — Lisa L. Klaiber, Claypool, $160.50; Joshua D. Beck, Milford, $160.50; Floyd L. Eash, Etna Green, $160.50; Toni S. Dickerson, Midlothian, Ill., $160.50; Kylie N. Carpenter, Warsaw, $160.50; Stephen R. Hurst, Warsaw, $160.50; Kennedy L. Krull, Claypool, $160.50; Gabriela R. Tafoya, North Manchester, $160.50

Speeding in school zone — Kendra L. Konieczny, Warsaw, $160.50; Laurel G. Moeller, Warsaw, $160.50

Speeding, no valid driver’s license — Nathan J. Prater, Burket, $185.50

Failure to register — Levi A. Skeens, Syracuse, $160.50

Learner’s permit violation

Juan M. Tecuatl Meyo, Warsaw, $160.50

No valid driver’s license — Hernandez G. Alejandro, Rochester, $160.50; Omar Rodriguez-Urbina, Warsaw, $160.50; Maria A. Gamora Mora, Warsaw, $160.50

Disregarding official traffic control device — Deylin L. Alvarado Calvillo, Warsaw, $160.50

Driving while suspended — Gary L. Miller, Tippecanoe, $185.50; Anthony Collins, Silver Lake, $185.50

Passing a stopped school bus when stop arm is out and activated — Laura R. Baker, Warsaw, $160.50; Brent A. Harman, Warsaw, $185.50

Failure to possess hunting license while hunting — Timothy J. Bolt, Warsaw, $160

Operating with expired plates

Zackery R. Clark, Syracuse, $160

Unlawful possession of tobacco, e-liquid or an electronic cigarette — Adaline N. Anders, Warsaw, $160

Minor entering a prohibited retail establishment — Jadin D. Richardson, Warsaw, $160 Child restraint system violation — Angela M. Music, Pierceton, $25

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Paul E. Zile, Silver Lake, $25

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Step towards better mental health

Mental health is complex and has a large influence on how we think, feel and act during daily tasks. What many people don’t know is that mental health also affects our ability to cope with stress, deal with challenges and build relationships. Being emotionally and mentally healthy takes work which doesn’t just happen overnight.

Having a solid foundation in your mental health doesn’t mean you never experience bad times or heavy emotions as these are all normal parts of life. Individuals who feel more mentally resilient have an easier time bouncing back from hardship, adversity and trauma. Their resilience will help them be less afraid of new experiences or uncertainty. When a problem doesn’t look easy to solve, they are able to take a step back and find a solution. A major step towards improving your mental health is giving your-

self the space you need to grow and incorporating self-care into your everyday life. This means taking time to do things that improve your physical and mental well-being. This could be taking a walk, prioritizing your sleep or eating a regular meal.

While these tasks may seem like normal every day activities, we often neglect these things when our mental health isn’t being prioritized. The small acts you do every day can lead to an improvement in your mental health.

Foundation awards over $181,000 in grants to organizations serving Kosciusko

The Kosciusko Community Foundation announced more than $181,000 in grants to 18 organizations serving Kosciusko County.

These grants provide support to a wide range of initiatives, including a countywide transportation survey to be conducted by Community Transportation Network.

CTN is a community transportation system based in Fort Wayne. “The transit landscape has changed a lot over the last 20 years,” said Justin Clupper, executive director at CTN. “Now is the time to understand new and emerging transit needs across our region.”

The transportation assessment takes a close look at the needs of Kosciusko County and 10 additional counties. Any resident of the 11-county area is welcome to take the survey, especially those with transportation needs.

Those wishing to participate in the survey may go to surveymonkey.com/r/NEI_Transit_Survey.

“For seniors and people with disabilities, a lack of dependable, affordable transportation is a life-changing barrier,” said Clupper. The same is true for families, early learners, rural community residents and employees. “The assessment will help us understand what is working well, what isn’t and how we can cre-

ate a more efficient transit system throughout the region,” he added.

CTN applied for and received a community funds grant from the community foundation this spring. The grant enables CTN to connect with and hear directly from Kosciusko County residents.

Seventeen additional organizations received Community Fund grants this spring:

• Cardinal Services, Inc. of Indiana.

• Chautauqua-Wawasee; Classic Arts Programs, Inc.

• Curriculum Opportunities and Resources for Educators, also known as CORE.

• Fort Wayne Philharmonic, Inc.

• Grace College & Seminary.

• Kate’s Kart, Inc.

• Kosciusko Community Senior Services.

• Kosciusko Leadership Academy.

• LifeTouch Ministries & Counseling Center.

• Little Lambs Preschool/Daycare Ministry, Inc.

• Presby Preschool.

• Science Central, Inc.

• Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation.

• Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, Inc.

• Wawasee High School.

• WNIT 34 Michiana

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“The Community Funds July grant cycle is quickly approaching,” said Alex Hall, vice president of programs at the community foundation. The application deadline is 4:30 p.m. July 1.

“We encourage organizations serving Kosciusko County to apply. If you’re not sure your need fits our grant criteria, don’t hesitate to reach out,” Hall added.

For more information about grants available through the community foundation, visit kcfoundation.org/grants or call (574) 267-1901.

SS: IN THE KOSCIUSKO CIRCUIT COURT I CAUSE NUMBER: 43C01-2306-MI-000040 IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME JACOB ANDREW SCHROEDER By JILL ANN SCHROEDER and DAVID WAYNE SCHROEDER, his next-of-friend

SECOND AMENDED NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME OF MINOR

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Jill Schroeder and David Schroeder have filed a Petition in the Kosciusko Circuit Court to change the name of her son, Jacob Andrew Schroeder, to Venn Aurora Schroeder, said Petition having been filed on the 12th day of June, 2023.

Elkhart, are the parents of a daughter, Goldie Sue, born at 9:04 p.m. June 24, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 7 pounds, 5.5 ounces, and was 20 inches long.

Goldie joins three siblings: Weston, Lola and Nora.

Lydia Janelle Martin

Wendell and Phyllis (Martin) Martin, Goshen, are the parents of a daughter, Lydia Janelle, born at 4:44 a.m. June 26, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Kosciusko Circuit Court has set said Petition for hearing on the 11th day of August, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. before said Court in the Kosciusko County Circuit Court, 121 N. Lake St., Warsaw, Indiana. Pursuant to I.C. 34-28-2-3, et seq., anyone having an interest in this matter has a right to file an objection to this Petition and to appear at the hearing.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of said Court on this 12th day of June, 2023.

Ann Torpy, Clerk Kosciusko Circuit Court Antony Garza (#19798-43) Garza Law Office Attorney for Petitioner 208 W. Ft. Wayne Street Warsaw, Indiana 46580 Telephone: (574) 268-2721

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Cardinal Services announced Tuesday, June 27, it has officially gifted the old Jomac building at 1624 E. Winona Ave. to Fellowship Missions.

Cardinal engaged in numerous discussions with Fellowship Missions, which conveyed a hope to broaden and enhance its range of services. The discussions culminated in a partnership and an agreement between the two local nonprofits to enhance the Winona Avenue corridor by undertaking a cleanup project.

According to Eric Lane, director of Fellowship Missions, the group’s plans to expand include family housing and employment assistance.

“Currently, if dad comes in with

his family, he must stay in another location, which has a negative, long-term impact on the family,” said Lane. “By keeping them together, we hope to strengthen that family going forward.”

“Cardinal Services is happy we have been able to create this wonderful partnership with Fellowship Missions and make this happen,” said Vickie Lootens, executive director of Cardinal Services. “We have a strong and growing relationship with Fellowship Missions. In fact, several people who participate in our programs also volunteer at Fellowship Missions. This is a highlyvalued partnership.”

Lootens added that Cardinal and Fellowship Missions will

grow their collaborative efforts in the employment arena, where Cardinal already has a robust workforce development program that assists individuals with disabilities in finding gainful employment in the community.

Meanwhile, Cardinal Services continues the renovation of its building across the street from Jomac and Fellowship Missions, at 504 N. Bay Drive. This week, long-awaited steel beams arrived for the new addition, meaning the new construction part of the renovation will now begin. Renovations inside the building have been ongoing for nearly a year, with services continuing uninterrupted. The project is on schedule for completion next summer.

Why is there foam in my river?

You’ve seen foam forming near ocean shores, but how about in our local lakes and streams?

The foam can be a concerning sight if you are unaware of its origin. The cause of this natural occurrence is sometimes assumed to be a pollutant, like laundry detergent.

Read on to learn how to identify natural river foam.

Surprisingly, foam is usually not from soaps or other manmade chemicals. If not laundry detergent, what is the real cause

of foam? The answer is rather simple: decomposing plants.

When plants die and begin to break down, oils are released and rainwater carries them into lakes and streams.

However, rainwater also collects organic matter on its way to a lake or stream.

Similar to making tea, the water passes through the soil and absorbs the organic matter, darkening like a cup of tea. Plant oils and nutrients reach the water where they float and mix on

the surface.

Foam can accumulate where the flow is less or where branches block the flow of water.

These plant materials can also change the physical nature of water.

Dissolved organic carbon is a compound found in this mix of decomposed matter.

DOC acts as a surfactant, breaking the surface tension of water.

A common example of a surfactant is soap, and similar to soap,

Changes coming for 2023 BBQ and Brew Fest

There are changes for the 2023 BBQ and Brew Fest, which benefits Boys and Girls Clubs

of Elkhart County. The event is moving to the Elkhart County Fairgrounds in Goshen and will take place, beginning at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5.

“The fairgrounds provide more space for the event and a central location in Elkhart County,” said Amanda Schutz, event organizer for Boys and Girls Clubs of Elkhart County. “We’re excited for what’s in store this year and can’t wait to have people join us.”

DOC facilitates bubble formation as water is agitated.

Wind and wave action introduce air into the organically enriched water, creating tiny air bubbles that collect along the shoreline or in low-flow areas.

Although foam production is a natural process, in some cases, it can be a product of pollution.

light texture, not sticky to the touch, and is tinted brown. This color is caused by tannin, a substance that also gives wood its brown color.

Natural foam usually has a fishy or earthy scent, whereas pollutants typically have a smell indicative of their source.

Goshen Health recently launched a mobile garden project with grant funding from the Indiana Department of Health to increase access to healthy foods in vulnerable areas. The seven garden units are equipped with basic materials and tools needed to successfully start container gardening — pots, soil, seeds, plants, hand tools and more.

“We’re excited to lead the mobile garden project, access to healthy food is so important and gardening is a valuable skillset,” said Randy Christophel, Goshen Health president and chief executive officer. “This is a prime example of how working together can lead to a big impact. We are grateful for the many partners that made this project possible.”

To launch the project, Goshen Health partnered with several organizations. Goshen College public health students helped identify and interview potential garden sites. Alpha Lumber and R. Yoder Construction built and donated rolling garden carts to assure ease in transport and storage. Purdue Extension Elkhart County helped pair each site with a Master Gardener to serve as a resource for that site.

Current mobile garden locations include: Riverside Terrace, Rosedale High Rise, Stratford Commons, The Village Empowerment Center, The Post, McNaughton Park, and North Webster Community Center.

Musical performances will feature two new bands: Blammo, which performs popular songs from the 1960s to today and The 1985, an 1980s tribute band.

People who attend can taste burgers prepared by more than

a dozen local teams representing businesses and organizations from around the county, cast votes for their favorite burger in the 2023 Grill Masters Burger Competition and enjoy craft beer from local brewers. The festival will include a child-safe, alcoholfree zone with activities throughout the day, including an evening outdoor big-screen movie. Advanced VIP wristbands allow access to all entertainment, food and drinks. They are $75 for adults, $40 for designated drivers, $20 for students, and children 12 and under are free. Tickets and more information are available at www.bbqbrewfest.com.

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Many man-made substances, like sewage, cleaning products, and fertilizers, can end up in area lakes. Each of these substances have the same bubble-forming properties as decomposing plants. You can differentiate naturally occurring and synthetic foam by these characteristics: color, scent, texture and proximity to a possible pollution source.

Tannin is a natural substance that also gives wood its brown color. Synthetic materials will often form a sticky foam with a pure white color (although color can be affected by debris).

Natural foam typically is a

If you see foam you believe to be unnatural, consider the body of water and the possible surroundings that could be contributing pollutants.

Next time you see brown foam piling up on the shoreline, remember: even though it can look unpleasant, it’s likely a natural product of decomposing plant matter.

If you would like to decrease man-made foams in local lakes and streams, avoid using synthetic chemicals on outdoor surfaces. If you have a septic tank, be sure that it is well maintained.

This article came from The Lilly Center For Lakes and Streams.

Rowland, Krull Crowned 2023 4-H Royalty

Reese Rowland and Charlie Krull were crowned the 2023 Kosciusko County 4-H Royalty King and Queen. Their coronation took place at the end of this years 4-H Public Fashion Revue and Awards Night. The event was held at Lakeview Middle School, Warsaw.

Rowland, who received a total of 295 points, is the daughter of Greg and Kassie Rowland, Warsaw. She is a 2023 graduate of Warsaw Community High School.

Rowland is in her 10th year of 4-H and is a member of the Leesburg Mighty Farmers 4-H Club and the Kosciusko County Junior Leaders. Her 4-H projects have included dairy calf feeder steer, beef and Junior Leaders. Her plans include attending Purdue University to study retail management.

Krull, who received 275 points in the competition, is the son of Shawn and Lissa Krull, Milford. He will be a senior at Wawasee High School and is in his ninth year of 4-H. He is a member of the Milford Helping Hands 4-H Club and the Kosciusko County Junior Leaders. His 4-H projects have included arts and crafts,

electric, Lego construction, Lego creative scene, recycling, goats, beef, swine, Junior Leaders, blacksmithing and collections. He plans to attend Purdue University and one day be Purdue Pete.

This year’s 4-H Princess is Callie Holland. She received 289 points. Holland is the daughter of Kelvin Holland and Ronda Wiesehan. She is a 2023 graduate of Warsaw Community High School and is in her ninth year of 4-H. She is part of the Kosciusko County Horse and Pony Club. Her 4-H projects have included foods, baked and preserved, recycling and horse and pony. Her future plans include attending Indiana University Fort Wayne to study sonography.

Friends Of 4-H And Scholarships

Receiving the 2023 individual and business Friend of 4-H Award were Jeff Polk, Doug and Tammy Wise and Silveus Insurance Group.

Receiving scholarships were:

The 4-H Council Scholarship — Cameron Zimmerman, Alyssa Swanson, Reese Rowland, Thomas Boggs and Colton Martin.

The Anglin-Bishop Scholarship — Hallie Bledsoe and Boggs.

Indiana 4-H Accomplishment

Scholarships — Caleb Lechlitner, Animal Science Accomplishment

Scholarship; and Alyssa Swanson received the Communication Accomplishment Scholarship.

Indiana 4-H Foundation Dennis Polk Family Scholarship — Thomas Boggs.

Indiana 4-H Foundation Creighton Brothers Scholarship — Addyson Ritter and Alyssa Swanson.

Recognition was also given to 4-H’ers who are in their last year as members and 10-year members. The top 10, 10-year 4-Her’s were also announced.

Ten-year members recognized are: Reid Andrew, Cade Beer, Jared Beer, Hallie Bledsoe, Thomas Boggs, Bryson Brown, Regan Carl, Clay Coblentz, Jaida Conley, Shayleen Crites, Tucker Curtis, Jay Duncan, Karmon Espinoza, Zachary Grindle, Ella Halas, Talia Holder, Braxton Hollar, Jessica Hoover, Noah Knepp, Jordyn Leininger, Joshua Lesko, Colton Martin and Asher Meyer.

Also, Dylan Neese, Maya Oyer, Noah Richardson, Addyson Ritter, Erin Rivich, Hope Rose, Reese Rowland, Blake Schnackenberg, Kyle Schnackenberg, Logan Schuller, Isabelle Smith, Madison Smith, Allee Snyder, Owen Stevens, Landon Stutzman, Alyssa Swanson, Tristan Tom, David Wilson and Cameron Zimmerman.

Top 10 are: Allee Snyder, Isabelle Smith, Hallie Hertzler, Alyssa Swanson, Logan Schuller, Thomas Boggs, Jared Beer, Jaida Conley, Cameron Zimmerman and Noah Richardson. This group earned credits for filling out record of achievement and turning them in. These records are then scored based on number of projects, community service, leadership, activities and more. Points are kept throughout their career and added together for this award.

Last year members are: Kylie Evans, Broc Fraley, Derek Guthrie, Callie Holland, Logan Johnson, Takota Marsillett, Avalyn Martin, Skylar Miller, Justin Mullet, Skylar Payton and Angel Toar-Himes.

Fashion Revue

Fashion Review Junior Division winners from left are Kinley Crabb, Mentone, fashion revue grand champion; Halle Lechlitner, Nappanee, fashion revue sewing construction grand champion; and Gentry Bouse, Claypool, sewing construction and fashion revue reserve grand champion.

Winners in the 4-H Fashion Revue are:

Grade 3 Construction — Joanna Van, champion.

Grade 4 Fashion Revue and Construction — Brynn VanLaeken, champion.

Grade 5 Fashion Revue and Construction — Halle Lechlitner, champion; Adalyn Meyer, champion.

Grade 6 Fashion Revue — Gentry Bouse, champion; Izzy Rettinger, reserve champion.

Grade 6 Construction — Gentry Bouse, champion; Sophia Overstreet, reserve champion.

Grade 7 Fashion Revue and Construction — Kinley Crabb, champion; and Kenlee Grady, reserve champion.

Junior Division Sewing Construct — Halle Lechlitner, grand champion; Gentry Bouse, reserve grand champion.

Junior Division Fashion Revue — Kinley Crabb, grand champion; and Gentry Bouse, reserve grand champion.

Consumer Clothing

Winners in the Consumer Clothing are:

Beginners — Brynn VanLaeken, champion; Miranda Moneyheffer, reserve champion.

Intermediate — Kenlee Grady, champion Advanced — Cameron Zimmerman, champion; and Jasmine Fuller, reserve champion. Cameron Zimmerman was the overall grand champion and Jasmine Fuller was the reserve grand champion.