the Paper - August 23, 2023

Wagon Wheel Junior program gets kids hooked on theatre

Over 100 children ages 9-18 showed up at the Wagon Wheel Theatre Sunday, Aug. 19, to audition for its upcoming Wagon Wheel Junior production of “You, Ain’t Nothin’ But A Werewolf,” which will take the stage Oct. 27-29.

Wagon Wheel Junior presents two full musicals each year.

The fall production for Wagon Wheel Junior is usually Halloween based, with the theatre hosting an open house with a variety of different booths young theatre attendees can check out before the performance.

Those attending the show are also encouraged to wear their Halloween costume.

Wagon Wheel Junior began in 2012 offering performancebased learning experiences for children interested in theatre.

“We were trying to fill that void for youth,” Michaels said, explaining many area schools don’t have theatre programs. That first production featured 20 young actors ages 9 and 10.

From audition, rehearsal and the entire production process, participants in the program learn what it takes to put on a production, all within two weeks.

“Once they get in, they tend to get hooked. This gives them an outlet and then they can do their other activities,” Michaels said.

Children from across the region, of any skill or experience level, are welcome and encouraged to come out and audition.

“Some have never done a show before, some have done 20,” Michaels said of the children, who come to audition for the shows.

Scott Michaels, artistic director for Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, explained Wagon Wheel Junior started out as a summer program.

He started visiting area schools, talk-

ing to children about what they would be interested in regarding a theatre experience. Most wanted something that was performance based rather than classes.

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K NOW Y OUR N EIGHBOR

Massage therapist loves exploring her world

“I love many things,” stated Melanie Matheney, Warsaw. “I enjoy taking educational classes at a local college. I’ve studied dance, art, music and philosophy in the

past. I enjoy working out and doing yoga. That’s why I’m glad I have a flexible schedule. Being a massage therapist not only allows me the time to explore my world but puts me in touch with clients who become lifelong friends.”

Matheney is the owner/operator

of Melanie’s Massage, Warsaw.

Before Matheney began her career in massage therapy, she was in food service. “My job helped make my hands and body strong. It wasn’t unusual for me to pick up 50 pounds of potatoes or flour. I eventually started baking for the last four years of my food service career and developed an allergy to flour. Then I knew it was time to change directions.”

While living in California, Matheney attended Twin Lakes College of the Healing Arts. “California is a great state to start as a massage therapist. People on the West Coast are all into health and wellness. With mountain hiking and watersports, people are also interested in becoming as healthy as possible.”

When her mother, Barbara Skeans, developed stage-four lung cancer, she made another turn. “I moved to Warsaw to take care of her. We had a marvelous four years together. We just celebrated her 70th birthday with a party this past March. She passed away in May.”

Matheney received so much love from clients when her mother was very sick in her last days.

“Even my clients from California called once a week to check on my mother’s progress and ask how I

was holding up.”

Her local clients were very understanding of her schedule. “When Mother had a doctor’s appointment or was very sick and I’d have to switch appointment times, they were very supportive.”

Matheney has always enjoyed helping people. “I like to make them happy. When I was a cook, then a baker, I made people happy. Now as a massage therapist, I can give them relief from pain or a pleasant massage experience.”

Massage therapy is hard work. “I’ve had very good teachers. Much of it is the height of the bed and using the body correctly. I place the bed level with my hips and lean into the massage, that way I’m not placing undo stress on my fingers. Kneading dough as a baker has given me strong hands over the years.”

Matheney is very aware that she needs to keep her body in the best shape possible. “The ideal for me is to spend three times a week doing both yoga and weight training. Yoga helps with my peace of mind and balance. Weight training gives me physical strength

and endurance.”

Living in Sweden a couple of years, Matheney is an advocate for Swedish massage. “I didn’t learn that type of massage when I lived there. But I’ve adopted some of the principles of Swedish massage. It’s a combination of light relaxing massage and deep tissue massage. I use a lubricant on the body, working out the tight spots, along with relaxing the client and at the end I use the light chops/strikes to enhance circulation. It’s very therapeutic.”

A lover of the great outdoors, she enjoys hiking. She also enjoys cooking and baking. Matheney collects both cookbooks and comic books.

Newhall joins Goshen Center for Cancer Care

Jonathan Newhall, PAC, has joined the medical oncology team at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. He provides clinical care for patients, who receive drug therapy for most types of cancer or blood disorders.

“Physician assistants, like Jonathan, serve as an integral part of our team-based model of cancer care,” said Randy Christophel, Goshen Health president and chief executive officer. “Jonathan brings an empathetic approach to care that is vital in helping patients navigate complex treatment decisions during a life-changing time.”

Newhall brings five years of experience working in oncology in Bellingham, Wash. He earned a master of physician assistant studies from Chatham University in Pittsburgh, Pa. He completed a bachelor of arts in biology at Taylor University in Upland.

Salvation Army helps kids get school shoes

The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary provided a grant to provide 200 Kosciusko County

students in grades kindergarten through 12 with shoes to go back to school.

Vouchers were recently distributed to families in need to give new shoes, socks and

other items in cooperation with Shoe Sensation, 2884 Frontage Road, Warsaw.

“This outreach has been going on for many years,” said Envoy Sina Locke, administrator. “Requests are still coming in, so we welcome any further donations for this project.”

Low-income families struggle to ensure their children have everything they need for

the new school year. Shoes are one of the expensive items, and everyone has been very grateful for the help, according to Locke.

Donations may be sent to The Salvation Army, 501 E. Arthur St., Warsaw, IN 465803003 to help more families. Place “Shoes” in the memo line. For more information, go to sawarsaw.org.

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Michaels and the other directors are looking for children, who have confidence to just sing the song. They aren’t looking for the song to be sung perfectly.

“Sometimes kids come audition three to four times before they’re cast,” he said. “This is a learning experience.”

Auditions for Wagon Wheel Junior programs are held early, so Michaels and other Wagon Wheel staff can determine the caste and let parents have plenty of time to plan. Rehearsals for “You, Ain’t Nothing But A Werewolf” will not start until Oct. 12. Michaels explained this gives families time to clear their schedules for those two weeks.

Rehearsals are held on weekends, usually from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and then a few hours a night after school.

“It’s camp for the kids; they love it,” Michaels said.

“They learn so quickly. They’re little sponges and remember everything. Our kids are never unprepared,” Michaels said. “We do put out a super professional product.”

And audiences agree as more than 700 purchase tickets for each performance.

All of the productions Wagon Wheel Junior puts on are age appropriate and are musicals. During the rehearsal process, the young actors are receiving voice lessons,

choreography and stage craft.

“We pull them in three directions and work on stuff. It’s constantly learning,” Michaels explained.

The important things children, who participate in the program take from the experience, is confidence building, public speaking and interviewing skills, as well as

learning how to be part of a team and organizational skills. There is a fee of approximately $50 to participate, which provides each child a script, score and CD. Michaels explained this helps cover the copyright fees. Scholarships are available for children, who may not be able to afford the fee.

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Books

Good neighbors: Old books need new homes: craft, song, hymn, stories, etc. Call (574) 601-1241.

New questions

Flagstone — We are looking for flagstone. Does anyone have some you would like to get rid of? Call (574) 773-5231.

Calendars/greeting cards — Looking for old calendars and old greeting cards, such as Christ-

mas, get well, birthday, sympathy or thinking of you. Also, looking for old card games and old vintage black-and-white photos. Call (574) 306-8527.

Seed packets — Looking for seed packets and old Farmers Almanacs. Also, looking for old newspapers, old documents and old play money. Call (574) 306-8527.

File folders — Looking for file folders and hanging file folders. Also, seeking board games (missing pieces OK), rickrack, small zippers and envelopes of any size. Call (574) 306-8527.

Programming shortwave — I would like to find someone in the area who will give me the lowdown and teach me how to program my little shortwave. Also, any additional information would be great. Call (574) 376-0552 and leave a message.

Grant applications open for project-based learning

Kosciusko Endowment Youth Services is accepting grant applications for programs and projects impacting students in Kosciusko County. The upcoming application deadline is 4:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15.

“KEYS grant applications should center around innovative ideas that incorporate project-based or experiential learning,” said Alex Hall, vice president of programs at the community foundation. This can include hands-on activities, educational games and unique technology.

“Reach out to our team before applying to make sure this grant is a good fit for you,” Hall added.

In the most recent cycle, Kosciusko Endowment Youth Services awarded $8,000 to 15 recipients. Tippecanoe Valley High School’s visual arts program received a grant to purchase materials for their studio.

“We appreciate the KEYS grant and the community foundation so much,” said Lisa Lynch, visual arts teacher at the school. “The grant helps support all the wonderful things

art provides for our students, like boosting their self-esteem and building their confidence.”

Kosciusko Endowment Youth Services is a youth philanthropy program of the community foundation. It is comprised of 20 students, who attend the four high schools located in Kosciusko County: Lakeland Christian Academy, Tippecanoe Valley, Warsaw Community Schools and Wawasee Community Schools. Students are selected to join in eighth grade and remain members in the program until they graduate from high school.

While in Kosciusko Endowment Youth Services, members meet once a month to discuss philanthropy and build leadership skills. The students also go on site visits to local nonprofits to learn, serve or bond as a team. Twice a year, in January and September, members consider grant applications for educational projects serving Kosciusko County residents. The average grant size is $500, but requests up to $1,000 may be considered. Annually, the program awards around $25,000. Learn more and apply at kcfoundation.org/grants/keysgrants.

Another Top 10 artist

to grow and a long list of her works drew even more notice of her ability, particularly the number of portraits she could provide for those in the Truman administration.

portraits at the Harry S. Truman Library, Independence, Mo. Kempton actively painted in her 80s, but died in New York City from heart failure in December 1991.

Martha Greta Kempton was born March 22, 1901, in Vienna. She studied art while overseas but emigrated to the U.S. after she turned 20. She became a student at the National Academy of Design in New York City.

At age 30, she also trained at the Art Students League. She held citizenship in Austria, Hungary and the United States.

Kempton’s work was so striking that within a few years, she had moved to California and was acknowledged as an extraordinary portrait artist. Art critics compared her work and ability to great artists, such as Rubens, Rembrandt, and other prominent master artists.

Celebrities, such as the Nordstrom sisters, many politically important persons in Washington D.C., and Hollywood celebrities clamored to have their portraits created by Kempton. Her reputation continued

Goshen Physicians welcomes Panting

Nicholas D. Panting, M.D., has joined Goshen Physicians Parkway at 17. He provides primary care for all ages, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations.

Panting has a special interest in women’s health care. His services include care for women during pregnancy, newborn care and attention to establishing healthy mother-baby relationships. He also plans to offer screening colonoscopies.

“Our primary care providers, like Dr. Panting, share our belief that everyone should have access to health services they need, when and where they need them,” said Randy Christophel, Goshen Health president and CEO. “Patients welcome the expanded access to care through every stage of life Dr. Panting brings to our Parkway at 17 office.”

Panting received a doctor of medicine from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. He earned a master of business administration from Purdue University in Fort Wayne and a master of science in global health from the University of Notre Dame.

She painted a portrait of the president’s wife, Bess Truman. Once it was completed, she was quickly commissioned to paint Harry Truman himself. He ultimately posed for five portraits she created of him.

In 1947, the portrait he chose became the official White House portrait of Truman.

You can find work by Kempton at Church of the Transfiguration in New York City. Also find her work in collections in the White House, The Department of the Treasury, The Supreme Court, the Harry S. Truman Library, the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, the National Portrait Gallery in the Smithsonian, and a number of museums.

There is also a collection of her papers, which include many of her

Events

• Warsaw City Hall. Sam Hoffman exhibit continues until Sept. 27. To have your work considered for exhibit contact the curator at mcdar7@gmail.com. Exhibiting is free and you retain all monies for artwork sold.

Kosciusko County farms among Hoosier Homestead Award winners

Recognized for their families’ long-standing commitment to agriculture, 103 Indiana family farms were presented the Hoosier Homestead Award at the Indiana State Fair Aug. 17 from Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and Indiana State Department of Agriculture Director Don Lamb.

Two Kosciusko County farms were among those receiving awards.

“The Hoosier Homestead ceremony is always a highlight of the Indiana State Fair for me,” said Crouch, Indiana’s secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “Celebrating these long-standing farming families and their ancestors for their work and commitment to our state and Indiana agriculture is a true honor.”

To be named a Hoosier Homestead, farms must be owned by the same family for more than 100 consecutive years, and consist of 20 acres or more, or produce more than

$1,000 in agricultural products per year.

Based on the age of the farm, families are eligible for three different distinctions of the Hoosier Homestead Award. They can receive the Centennial Award for 100 years, Sesquicentennial Award for 150 years, or Bicentennial Award for 200 years of ownership.

“Keeping a farm operational for 100 years or more is no simple task,” Lamb said. “Each passing generation has certainly had to adapt and evolve their farming practices and techniques to ensure their farms continued success.”

Since the program’s inception in 1976, more than 6,100 families have received the award. Often, a Hoosier Homestead farm is easily recognized because most recipients proudly display their awarded sign on their property.

The two Kosciusko County farms that received awards were the Kol-

berg farm, dating from 1899, which received a Centennial Award, and the Jacob Bucher farm, dating from 1923, which received a Centennial Award.

Also during the ceremonies, three Indiana farms received the Bicentennial Award for 200 years of continuous ownership: the Craig/ Day family from Lawrence County, the Harry Goss Dow and Bessie M. Dow family from Morgan County, and the Wise/Hobbs family from Madison County.

For more information, visit the Indiana State Department of Agriculture’s website at in.gov/isda.

Doctor joins Goshen Family Medicine Syracuse

Karla Troyer, DO, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine in Syracuse. She provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages, including newborns, adolescents and adults.

Troyer follows the footsteps of her father, Dr. Larry Allen, who has practiced family medicine in Syracuse for 30 years. Allen is retiring on Sept. 1.

“Our family medicine providers like Dr. Troyer are dedicated to delivering the best care possible close to home for families in our region,” said Randy Christophel, Goshen Health president and CEO.

“We appreciate Dr. Troyer’s focus on preventive medicine, wellness and education to help patients feel their best through all the transitions of life.”

Troyer earned a doctor of osteopathic medicine from Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, Tenn. She received a bachelor of science in interdisciplinary engineering studies from Purdue University in West Lafayette.

Gov. Eric Holcomb has awarded 38 Indiana companies and organizations with the Governor’s Century or Half Century Business Award in recognition of each company’s longevity and service to its employees, community and the state. The awards took place Wednesday, Aug. 9.

“Every year, the Century and Half Century Awards remind me of the dedication and perseverance Hoosiers across the state bring to their businesses, and each year it is truly an honor to recognize these organizations that have withstood the test of time, navigated economic uncertainties and demonstrated unconditional commitment to their employees and communities across Indiana,” Holcomb said.

The Governor’s Century and

Half Century Business Awards honor Hoosier businesses that have remained in operation for a minimum of 100 or 50 consecutive years and have demonstrated a commitment to community service. More than 1,200 Indiana companies have been recognized during the awards’ 32-year history.

Following are honorees that are from Kosciusko and Elkhart counties.

2023 Century Award Honorees

• Goshen Stamping LLC (metal stamping), 100 years, Elkhart County.

• Phend and Brown Inc. (construction), 101 years, Kosciusko County.

2023 Half Century Award Honorees

• Clunette Elevator Co. Inc. (agricultural), 72 years, Kos-

ciusko County.

• Kropf Industries Inc. (travel trailer and camper manufacturing), 77 years, Elkhart County.

• Warsaw Chemical Holdings (chemical product wholesaling), 82 years, Kosciusko County.

2023 TIPPECANOE VALLEY VARSITY FOOTBALL, ROW 1: Max Harsh, Parker Adamson, Jacob Bradley, Diego Gonsalez, Kodiak Hillen.

ROW 2: Wyatt Craig, Zander Ioannou, Andrew Grevenstuk, Hunter Stage, Aaron Meier, Gavin Rice, Braxton Alderfer, Ayden Clark, Aaron Babbitt.

ROW 3: Cayden Bailey, Kolyn Grossman, Jacob Scacco, Weston Brown, Grady Moriarty, Nash Miller, Konner Fountain, Nathan Parker, Owen Ryan, Cruz Nunez, Hunter Stage, Owen Omondi, Michael Samuels.

ROW 4: Asher McGriff, Hudson Shepherd, Trent Marshall, Cody Black, Wes Parker, Bobby Burke, Brock Derf, Jamison Phillips, Eric Burke, Cameron Mason, Dalton Alber, Brason Smith,

Wyatt Hart, Brandon Stiles.

Row 5: Philip Smith, Mattew Owens, Cody Eastgate, Colton Crabb, Wade Jones, Will Kelley, Kyler Johnson, Cale Dewees, Carlos Gonzalez-Ramirez, Landon Durkes, Gage Overbey, Trevin Hester, Jamie Wallace.

Coaches: Steve Moriarty, Carl Weaver, Kyle Brown, Cam Parker, Rick Shepherd, Josh Derf, Casey Wise, Brandon Webster, Chris Secrist.

Managers: Joe Secrist, Tatum Shoemaker, Marisol Gonzalez-Ramirez, Max Weaver.

Annual Nappanee Apple Festival Sept. 14-17

It’s a big celebration and historic Nappanee continues its tradition of holding one of Indiana’s top fall festivals with its annual Apple Festival occurring Sept. 14-17. Beginning in 1975 as a one-block festival, this community of 7,000 offers great Hoosier hospitality as it welcomes over 100,000 people to the three-and-a-half-day event. This is a family-friendly event with free parking and shuttle rides throughout the weekend.

Local UWM graduate announced

Julia Pomeroy, Warsaw, recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison.

In 2016 and 2013, the Nappanee Apple Festival was chosen as No. 1 in the state in the Top 10 Fall Festival Signature Food Items for its 7-foot apple pie. Over 800 slices are served to visitors, who travel to Nappanee to savor an annual piece of apple pie.

The festival showcases three stages of entertainment, over 140 exhibitors, and carnival rides.

A parade at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, features a signature military aircraft fly-over.

The Miss Apple Blossom scholarship pageant will be at 7 p.m. Sept. 14. Incorporating a hobby-wear theme for the introduction portion of the pageant, contestants will be competing on the main stage at the main entertainment tent at Depot Plaza.

Power From the Past Antique Tractor and Engine Show runs from Thursday to Saturday.

A corn hole tournament will begin at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, at

Nappanee Elementary School.

Other activities include the Donut Dash 5K Run/Walk, “Napple” baking contest, garden tractor pull and kids and adult pedal pull contests.

The Wings and Wheels car show will be from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, at the Nappanee Airport; rain date is Sunday, Sept. 17.

There will also be apple peeling and pie-eating contests, and many more activities throughout the event. Additionally, a baby changing and nursing mother’s station is located downtown in the heart of the activity.

Headlining the entertainment will be XPOGO Stunt Team. The show begins at 5:30 p.m. Friday and runs through 2:30 p.m. Sunday, in the Nappanee Public Library parking lot. XPOGO Stunt Team performances include an extreme pogo act with multiple pogo experts from around the nation.

The other two stages will offer music genres ranging from rock ‘n’ roll to classic rock, folk, bluegrass, country, gospel and variety.

Children’s favorites include Mike Hemmelgarn, a comedy juggler and ventriloquist, Silly Safaris and the Grandpa Crachet Kids Show and Puppets.

There’s plenty of apple favorites: pie, fritters, dumplings, turnovers, fry pies, bread, applesauce, cider and butter to devour during the festival or take

home to enjoy later.

Experience a truly unique hometown festival that leaves you marking your calendar for a return trip the following year. A complete list of entertainment, events and map can be viewed and downloaded from nappaneeapplefestival.org or in the 2023 Nappanee Apple Festival Brochure.

The festival is made possible through the financial support of local and area retail and corporate businesses, city

of Nappanee employees, Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce and a dedicated group of volunteers. Principal sponsors are Community Foundation of Elkhart County, Elkhart County CVB, The Goshen News, Kountry Cabinets and Home Furnishings, Miller’s Orchard, Community Fiber, Monteith’s Best-One Tire and Auto Care. Visit nappaneeapplefestival. org for more information or connect on Facebook and Instagram @napplefest.

Discover your inner scientist with The Watershed Foundation

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and learn more about the water quality in the local environment. The Watershed Foundation will have “Snapshot Water Monitoring Day” from 2-6

p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, at sites across Whitley, Noble and Kosciusko counties.

This unique event invites individuals from all walks of life to step into the shoes of citizen

Dekko grants boost Warsaw, Winona Lake programs for children

The Dekko Foundation, a private family foundation located in Kendallville with a mission of fostering economic freedom through education, awarded more than $1.1 million in grants and pledges to 12 youth-serving organizations during its most recent round of grant making.

The foundation, started in 1981 by the late businessman and philanthropist, Chester E. Dekko, invests in projects and programs that help build knowledge, skills, and character in children and young people from birth through age 18 so they can be self-sufficient and grow up to be economically free.

Its grant making is concentrated within 13 counties in four states — Indiana, Iowa, Alabama, and Minnesota — where Dekko had business or personal interests.

Among area organizations receiving grants were:

• The Center for Whitley County Youth, Columbia City: $300,000 over three years to support the organization’s programs for young people, its connections with local families and its increased financial sustainability.

• Lost Sparrows Inc., Winona

Lake: $20,000 to support the organization’s annual conference in which educators, youth-serving professionals and parents learn about adverse childhood experiences and how it can aid children’s healthy development.

• Smith-Green Community Schools, Churubusco: $75,000 to support updating the junior-senior high school’s auditorium with new lighting so students can follow their interests, express their creativity and build performance skills.

• Joe’s Kids Inc., Warsaw: $75,000 to support acquiring property for a new campus location, which will help the organization meet the growing need for therapy services for children and young people with developmental delays.

To learn more about how investments, such as these can support children and young people so they can achieve economic freedom later in life, contact a Dekko Foundation program officer at (260) 347-1278. Visit dekkofoundation. org to explore the foundation’s mission and funding priorities, review its grant-making process or send a grant proposal.

scientists and contribute to the health of local water bodies.

According to Caitlin Yoder, watershed coordinator for The Watershed Foundation, “Snapshot Water Monitoring Day” offers a remarkable opportunity for community members to become active participants in preserving cherished water resources.

“By dedicating just a few hours of your time, you can help monitor vital parameters, like temperature, dissolved oxygen, transparency, as well as gather water samples for in-depth analysis,” Yoder said. “The data collected during this event becomes a catalyst for driving initiatives aimed at ensuring clean water for generations to come.”

This year’s event will encompass a diverse range of monitoring sites. From serene wetlands to meandering streams and even the smallest ditches beneath county roads, there’s an option for everyone.

“Our priority is to make this event accessible and enjoyable for individuals with varying levels of experience, age and physical abilities. While we require two adults at each site, young people are welcome, too, and there are tasks that will be appropriate for everyone,” Yoder said.

Volunteers should plan on spending two to two-and-a-half hours on “Snapshot Water Monitoring Day” to take all of the steps necessary to complete their assignments.

“You do not need to be knowledgeable in the area of environ-

mental science or any science really; you just need to be interested and motivated,” she added.

TWF will provide all participants with the necessary training, sampling materials and comprehensive information about their designated testing sites.

“We believe that everyone has a role to play in safeguarding our water resources, and ‘Snapshot Water Monitoring Day’ is an ex-

cellent way to become an active steward of our environment,” Yoder emphasized.

Joining the event is as simple as visiting the registration link at https://tinyurl.com/snapshot23 or reaching out to TWF directly through email at caitlin@ watershedfoundation.org or call (574) 834-3242. Secure a spot and take a step toward making a difference.

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O BITUARIES

Edwina M. Adams

Edwina M. Adams, 79, Goshen, died Aug. 16, 2023.

She was born Aug. 7, 1944.

Surviving are her children, Susan Adams, Goshen, and Michael Adams, Cromwell; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Ann Strohmenger, Jacksonville, Fla.

According to her wishes, the burial of her cremated remains will be Riverside Cemetery, Albion, Mich. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Bonnie C. Bickel

Bonnie C. Bickel, 83, Akron, died at 10:45 a.m. Aug. 10, 2023.

She was born Oct. 17, 1939. On Nov. 24, 1956, she married Jerry K. Bickel. He preceded her in death May 29, 2020.

Surviving are daughters, Sherry Dewey, Peru, and Shelly Bickel, Akron; son, Jerry E. Bickel, Pierceton; five grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren; sisters, Shirley Bickel, Akron, Patti Nelson, Warsaw, and Kathy Rocchio, Kokomo; and sister-in-law, Ruth Ann Funk.

Services were held Aug. 15 at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Interment was in Akron Cemetery.

Alvin Lloyd Cook

Alvin Lloyd Cook, 74, Silver Lake, died Aug. 17, 2023.

He was born Aug. 24, 1948. On May 6, 1995, he married Connie (Long) Roberts; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Heidi Lucas and Daphne Riddle; stepchildren, Mark Rose, Amy Rose, Tracy Reed, Darin Reed, Michael Roberts and Curtis Reed; brothers, Jeff Cook and Eldon Cook; sister, Martha Burbank; brother-in-law, Carl Shankster; 18 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 21 at First Free Will Baptist Church of Kosciusko County, Claypool. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Silver Lake. McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, was in charge of arrangements.

Grover C. Craft

Grover C. Craft, 81, Tippecanoe, died Aug. 10, 2023.

He was born Aug. 13, 1941. On Feb. 15, 1964, he married Janice King; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Judy Shaske, Warsaw, Yvonne Fox, Plymouth, Julia Hughes, Tippecanoe, and Rebekah Craft, Tippecanoe; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five greatgreat-grandchildren; and sister, Faye Montgomery, Tiffin, Ohio.

No services are planned. The family will celebrate his life privately at a later date. Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, was in charge of arrangements.

Patricia Friddle

Patricia Friddle, 91, formerly of Barbee Lake, Leesburg, died Aug. 15, 2023.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster.

Fred O. Godshalk

Fred O. Godshalk, 81, Warsaw, died at 6:39 p.m. Aug. 14, 2023.

He was born July 4, 1942. On March 30, 1974, he married Janet Ann Morrison; she survives.

Also surviving are sons, Brent Godshalk, Indianapolis, and Jay Godshalk, Warsaw; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister, Jane Grady, North Webster.

Services were held Aug. 18 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, with military rites conducted by members of the American Legion Post 223 of Syracuse and active duty members of the Army Honor Guard.

Harvey E. Hansen

Harvey E. Hansen, 84, Goshen, died Aug. 15, 2023.

He was born Aug. 2, 1939. On Aug. 26, 1960, he married Shirley K. Stewart; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Kimberly Landry, Commerce, Mich., Douglas Hansen, Syracuse, and Scott Hansen, Indianapolis; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and siblings, Frances Johnson, Baraboo, Wis., and Daryl Hansen, Eagle Grove, Iowa.

Services were held Aug. 19 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial was in Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

Ted L. Ihnen

Ted L. Ihnen, 93, North Manchester, died Aug. 17, 2023.

He was born Aug. 2, 1930. On Sept. 20, 1953, he married Jacqueline Gill. She preceded him in death Oct. 29, 2017.

He is survived by a son, Max Ihnen, Fort Wayne; daughters, Shirley Fetrow, North Manchester, and Laura Crowe, Louisa, Va.; brothers, Pat Ihnen, North Manchester, and Mike Ihnen, Fort Wayne; sister, Sue Helvey, Wabash; eight grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Family and friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 24, at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, 1401 SR 114 West, North Manchester. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25, with calling beginning at 1 p.m. at the Timbercrest Chapel, 2201 East St., North Manchester. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley St., North Manchester, with a military service provided by the American Legion Post 286 and the United States Army.

Troy L. Miller

Troy L. Miller, 57, Milford, died at 9:15 a.m. Aug. 12, 2023.

He was born Aug. 17, 1965.

He is survived by his mother, Sharon Miller, Warsaw; children, Merecedes Miller and Cody Miller, both of Warsaw; three grandchildren; siblings, Terry Miller, Burket, Tony Miller, Warsaw, and Angie Moore, Burket; and furbabies, Clyde, Buck and Pinky.

In keeping with Troy’s wishes, cremation will take place at Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center,

Milford. The family will host a celebration of Troy’s life at a later date.

Barbara Fay Ober

Barbara Fay Ober, 84, North Manchester, died Aug. 8, 2023.

She was born July 1, 1939. In 1959, she married Robert L. Ober; they divorced.

Surviving are daughters, Diane E. Garber, Elizabethtown, Pa., and Janet L. Ober Lambert, Richmond; brother, Vaughn Dunnavant, Richmond, Va.; sister, Mary Anne Modlin, Richmond, Va.; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Oct. 7, at Timbercrest Chapel, 2201 East St., North Manchester (time yet to be determined). McKee Mortuary, North Manchester, is in charge of arrangements.

Lesa Regenos

Lesa Regenos, 64, Warsaw, died at 4:45 p.m. Aug. 17, 2023.

She was born July 12, 1959.

Surviving are daughters, Nickie Landry, Warsaw, and Amanda Ghrist, Claypool; 11 grandchildren; and sisters, LeAnna Regenos, Muscatine, Iowa, Nila Coy, Warsaw, and Lisa Martin, Berne.

Services were held Aug. 22 at Redpath-Fruth Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Randy Reneker

Randy Reneker, 63, Warsaw, died Aug. 12, 2023.

He was born Oct. 25, 1959.

He is survived by his wife, Sherri Reneker, Warsaw; children, Travis Reneker, Pierceton, Tyler Reneker and Trisha Lursen, both of Warsaw; five grandchildren; his mother, Judith “Judy” Reneker; siblings, Rob Reneker, Rick Reneker and Renee Hernandez; and his beloved pet, Milo.

Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, with doors open for one hour prior, at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Warsaw

DeAnn Rogers

DeAnn (Meyer) Rogers, 77, rural Wabash, died at 5:48 p.m. Aug. 13, 2023.

She was born Dec. 20, 1945. On Feb. 9, 1964, she married Mike Rogers; he survives.

Also surviving are sons, Rick Rogers, Wabash, and Ron Rogers, McHenry, Ill.; son-in-law, Mark Spurrier, Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Larry Meyer, Wabash, and Mike Meyer, Lincolnville; and sister, Judy Yoder, Warsaw.

Services were held Aug. 18 at Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash. Burial was in Falls Cemetery, Wabash.

Pamalene Schaaf

Pamalene Schaaf, 60, Akron, died at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 12, 2023.

She was born Sept. 24, 1962. On Dec. 25, 2007, she married James M. Schaaf. He preceded her in death Nov. 2, 2010.

She is survived by a daughter, Chrissy Phillips, Peru; son, Tony Ramirez, Akron; four grandchildren; a great-grandson; mother, Zefie Jackson, Akron; and sister, Shirley Isaacs, Akron.

Services were held Aug. 17 at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Interment was in Gaerte Cemetery, Macy.

Delores C. Seaver

Delores C. Seaver, 87, Goshen, died at 7:05 a.m. Aug. 16, 2023.

She was born Jan. 23, 1936. On Aug. 31, 1958, she married Loring “Pete” Seaver. He preceded her in death Feb. 14, 2023.

Surviving are sons, Rick Seaver, Nappanee, Jeff Seaver, Goshen, and Brian Seaver, Nappanee; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and siblings, Delois Lynn, Jim Taylor and Esther Kent, all of Elkhart, and Wilbur “Bing” Taylor Pastor, Berne. Services were held Aug. 20 at New Paris Church of the Nazarene. Burial was in Baintertown Cemetery. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Rondell Short Jr.

Rondell “Nathan” Short Jr., 45, Ligonier, died Aug. 11, 2023.

He was born Jan. 5, 1978.

He is survived by his mother, Kim Short, Ligonier; his children, Krauss Short, Wolcottville, Starr Short, Kendallville, Isis Short, Ligonier, and Hazel Miller, Goshen; sister, Shawna Short, Ligonier; brother, Matthew Short, Pueblo, Colo.; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held Aug. 17 at Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier. Burial was in Oak Park Cemetery, Ligonier.

Edgar Stapleton

Edgar “Ed” Stapleton, 71, Warsaw, died Aug. 11, 2023.

He was born March 15, 1952. On Jan. 14, 1990, he married Maria Bradley, who preceded him in death in October 2022.

In addition to his dog, Bandi, he is survived by daughters, Ashley Stapleton and Whitney Stapleton; two grandchildren; sister, Joanne Stapleton; niece; sister-in-law, Nina Stapleton; numerous friends; and a special uncle.

Services were held Aug. 16 at Full Gospel Tabernacle Church, Claypool. Burial was in Graceland Cemetery, Claypool. Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Eugene Tofanelli

Eugene Tofanelli, 34, Cromwell, died Aug. 9, 2023.

He was born March 17, 1989.

Surviving are his children, Paul, Kylee, Matthew and Naci; stepchildren, Kayden and Ava Eldridge; fiancee, Keylah McKinley; sister, Angela Varney; the mother of his children, Heaven Tofanelli; a niece and nephew; many extended family members; and numerous friends.

A memorial gathering was held Aug. 19 at Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse.

Paul Groff Whirledge

Paul Gross Whirledge, 95, Millersburg, died Aug. 11, 2023.

He was born Nov. 5, 1927. On Nov. 12, 1950, he married Margaret Ann Blood. She preceded him in death March 3, 2009.

B IRTHS

Kyla Grace Miller

Dale and Kristin (Chupp) Miller, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Kyla Grace, born at 12:15 a.m. Aug. 11, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 21 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Mike and Sharon Chupp, Nappanee. Paternal grandparents are Wayne and Karen Miller, Shipshewana.

Kyla joins a sibling, Bryson.

Claudia Ann Miller

Caleb and Jemima (Borkholder)

Miller, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Claudia Ann, born at 1:31 p.m. Aug. 12, 2023. She weighed 7 pounds.

Jasmine Elyse Burkholder

Michael and Naomi (Miller) Burkholder, Nappanee, are the parents of a daughter, Jasmine Elyse, born at 8:03 p.m. Aug. 13, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 8 pounds, 1.5 ounces, and was 21 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Lavon and Marlene Miller. Paternal

He is survived by a daughter, Karen S. Richter, St. Joseph, Mich.; sons, Gary M. Whirledge, Goshen, and Ben R. Whirledge, Millersburg; eight grandchildren; and 12 greatgrandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 19 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Nappanee. Burial was in Rock Run Cemetery, Goshen.

Bessie Jane Willard

Bessie Jane Willard, 71, Niles, Mich., died at 8:08 p.m. Aug. 14, 2023.

She was born Jan. 25, 1952. On July 4, 1970, she married Calvin Eugene Willard. He preceded her in death May 14, 2021.

She is survived by a son, Brad Willard, Elkhart; two grandchildren; sisters, Shirley Darlene, Connie, Dorothy, Tammy and Sherry; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Cremation will take place at Legacy Cremation & Remembrance Center, Ligonier. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Jane Elizabeth Tarr Wilson

Jane Elizabeth Tarr Wilson, 91, Virginia Beach, Va., died Aug. 8, 2023.

She was born March 13, 1932. On June 27, 1953, she married Jerry J. Wilson, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, James D. Wilson, San Rafael, Calif., John D. Wilson, Virginia Beach, Va., Thomas D. Wilson, St. Louis, Mo., and Jennifer J. Wilson, Oakland, Calif.; a sister, Joan Tarr Bennett, Indianapolis; nieces and nephews; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

Memorial celebrations will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29, at First Presbyterian Church, 700 N. Central Ave, Connersville, with light food and fellowship after in the church community hall; and at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1, at Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation Amphitheatre, 11586 N. SR 13, Syracuse. Light food, drink and conversation to follow in the WACF Pavilion.

Peggy Joyce Young

Peggy Joyce Young, 91, North Webster, died Aug. 14, 2023. She was born Sept. 17, 1931. Surviving are her children, Karen Street, Huntington, Kent Young, Fort Wayne, and Kris Young, North Webster; six grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; and a great-greatgrandchild.

Service were held Aug. 19 at North Webster United Methodist Church. Burial was in Mock Cemetery, North Webster. Titus Funeral Home of North Webster was in charge of arrangements.

grandparents are Larry and Marlene Burkholder.

James Dean Borkholder

Brian and Emma (Hochstetler)

Borkholder, New Paris, are the parents of a son, James Dean, born at 4:10 a.m. Aug. 14, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 9 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 21 1/2 inches long.

James joins three siblings: Sara Beth, Jason Lynn and Sadie Marie.

Jaylon Dale Kuhns

James Earl and Dena Marie (Mast) Kuhns, Nappanee, are the parents of a son, Jaylon Dale, born at 5:06 a.m. Aug. 15, 2023, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 20 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Erwin and Verna Mast. Paternal grandparents are Wilbur and Leanna Kuhns.

Charity Jewel Lotler

Seth and Hosanna (Johnson) Lotler, Bremen, are the parents of a daughter, Charity Jewel, born at 12:49 p.m. Aug. 17, 2023. She weighed 9 pounds.

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Crouch, Indiana Broadband Office designate county as a ‘Broadband Ready Community’

Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, the Indiana Broadband Office and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs recently announced Kosciusko County as the newest “Broadband Ready Community.”

“Congratulations to Kosciusko County on this momentous occasion,” said Crouch, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “Today, Kosciusko County leadership is being recognized for taking a pivotal step toward broadband readiness, and I am honored to witness this commitment to your community.”

The Broadband Ready Communities Program was created as a tool to encourage broadband development throughout Indiana. The “Broadband Ready Community” certification sends a signal to the telecommunication industry that a community has taken steps to reduce barriers to broadband infrastructure investment.

The certification was approved by the IBO and OCRA following Kosciusko County’s adoption of “Broadband Ready Community” ordinances.

“Our goal in becoming a broadband ready community is to attract broadband providers to our

C OUNTY R EPORT

Court News

Small Claims

Kosciusko County

The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Warsaw Health System LLC, d/b/a Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Brooks Francis, $563; v. Jennifer Paye, $1,397.47

Civil Collections

communities, welcome more investment to increase access and affordability of high-speed internet and maintain the connectivity that is necessary in our dayto-day lives for everything from social interactions, education, to business,” said Kosciusko County Commissioner Brad Jackson.

Earnie Holtrey, deputy director at the Indiana Broadband Office, congratulates the new “Broadband Ready Community” for its dedicated efforts in expanding accessibility to broadband.

“IBO is thrilled to collaborate with Kosciusko County and welcome them to the growing list of Broadband Ready Communities across the state. Kosciusko County exemplifies prioritizing connection and quality of life throughout their community,” said Holtrey.

To date, 86 communities across the state are Broadband Ready Communities.

“Congratulations Kosciusko County leadership and residents on being recognized as a BBRC. It is a great honor to be able to recognize this achievement for IBO, OCRA and most importantly, the community,” said OCRA Executive Director Denny Spinner.

Ivy Tech Fort Wayne/Warsaw announces first director for diversity

Ivy Tech Community College

Fort Wayne and Warsaw has selected Tracy Davis to be its first executive director of Community Relations, Diversity, Equity and Belonging. Through this new role, she will work to create an inclusive environment on campus and with community partners, looking outward as well as inward to promote diversity initiatives.

“I’m excited to be on the front end of making Ivy Tech Fort Wayne and Warsaw lead the college statewide in further promoting an environment where everyone feels welcome,” said Davis. “I’m hoping to create more professional development opportunities for employees and ensure there’s diverse programming to meet the needs of students.”

Davis has worked at the college since 2016 as the director of community engagement and has served on Ivy Tech Fort Wayne’s diversity council for several years. She’s passionate about connecting with the community and promoting the impact of

Kosciusko County

The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Chris Kehler presiding: United Federal Credit Union v. Sommer Blue, $7,033.07 LVNV Funding LLC v. John Bradley, $2,711.62; v. Karoline E. Fowler, $3,870.15; v. Keith Gautschi, $2,229.37; v. Colin Harker, $1,282.67; v. Roberta E. Harmon a/k/a Roberta Tripp, $2,956.82; v. Skyler Miller, $1,431.64; v. Greg Weichbrodt, $2,739.90; v. Teffany Whitaker, $4,085.72

CKS Prime Investments LLC v. Jean Myer, $1,122.64 Lake City Bank v. Christian R. Ortiz Rivera, $3,909.36 Discover Bank v. Jessica Brown, $4,528.01; v. Tyson J. Landis, $4,944.27; v. Olivia Mattson, $2,189.04 Midland Credit Management Inc. v. April M. Marban, $1,825.19 Eagle Finance Co. v. James Bullington, $3,716 Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Leonard O. Burns, $11,526.28; v. Amber R. Zollinger, $12,709.90 Citibank NA v. Matthew Carter, $2,598.80 Goldman Sachs Banks USA v. Daniel Cervantes, $12,857.71

Cavalry SPV I LLC v. Steven Hughes, $2,502.59; v. Ryan S. Vancuren, $1,092.51

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Sage Powell, $1,238.09; v. Erin Rhodes, $2,526.83

Interra Credit Union v. Ethan E. Ratliff, $9,860.83; v. David L. Webb, $10,638.22

OneMain Financial Group LLC v. Landin D. Taylor, $15,282.12

Synchrony Bank v. David Upchurch, $2,319.62

Elkhart County

The following civil collection has been awarded in Elkhart County Superior Court III: Interra Credit Union v. Michael Pettit, New Paris, $16,828.37

Mortgage Foreclosures

pant, if any, 5363 W. Warren Ave., Silver Lake, unknown heirs, legatees, devisees, executors, $67,835.32

Elkhart County

Cardinal Financial Company, limited partnership v. Joshuah J. Cherrone, Wakarusa, $174,881.07

Civil Torts

The following civil tort has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: Progressive Paloverde Insurance Co. v. Maria Rodriguez DeLuna, $5,194.27

Superior Court III

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

Speeding — Jenna L. Eggleston, Nappanee, $160.50; Kenneth W. Applegate, North Manchester, $160.50; Mason W. Kiel, Nappanee, $160.50; Andrea N. Manges, Warsaw, $160.50; Kristopher W. Leasure, Warsaw, $160.50; Brielle M. Harrison, Warsaw, $160.50; Joas Samuel Miller, Nappanee, $160.50; Joby D. Popenfoose, Pierceton, $160.50

Disregarding lighted signal — Mitchell R. Hunsberger, Warsaw, $160.50

Driving while suspended — Makaila M. Boxley, Warsaw, $185.50; Hugo A. Ramirez, Warsaw, $185.50

Disregarding stop sign — Terry L. Shumpert, Leesburg, $160.50

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Joseph W. Williamson, Warsaw, $25; Maggi L. Scarberry, Etna Green, $25; Jeremy J. Napier, Leesburg, $25; Johnny A. Eppert, Larwille, $25; Eric Vallin, Warsaw, $25; John D. Green, Bremen, $25; Keshia R. Hurd, Warsaw, $25; Bobbi S. France, Warsaw, $25; Jeffrey A. Humble, Burket, $25; Brielle M. Harrison, Warsaw, $25; Christopher L. Joy, Warsaw, $25; Eric M. Gibbs, Winona Lake, $25; Ashley M. Sumpter, Bremen, $25; Norma J. Hodges, Mentone, $25; Kevin F. Good, Warsaw, $25; Aowyn E. Galvan, Warsaw, $25; Samuel M. Williams, Warsaw, $25

No valid driver’s license, speeding — Tyler M. Crow, Warsaw, $185.50

Operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility — Brittney J. Holbrook, Warsaw, $189.50

Open alcoholic beverage container during operation of a motor vehicle — Eddie L. Hoppus, Warsaw, $160

Littering — Jeanne M. Jones, Milford, $235

secondary education to underrepresented groups in northeast Indiana.

“Tracy is the perfect person to spearhead this new role and mold it to best benefit the community and the college,” said Kim Barnett-Johnson, chancellor of Ivy Tech Fort Wayne and Warsaw. “She’s been a valuable staff member for eight years and continuously shows her passion for Ivy Tech’s mission. I believe extending her reach in this new way will benefit everyone Tracy works with.”

Prior to starting at Ivy Tech, Davis worked at WorkOne Northeast on Rudisill for 10 years, serving as a manager for two and a half years. Davis said at WorkOne she connected with a very diverse staff and clientele, supporting people as they searched for a job. She believes that this, combined with her last position, will help guide her to making positive changes to the college.

“I enjoy meeting new people and strategizing, brainstorming and creating pathways and opportunities for anyone interested in post-secondary education with us,” said Davis. “I want people to know that my door is always open, and I’m ready to hear your perspective.”

The following mortgage foreclosures have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Specialized Loan Servicing LLC v. Phillip L. Claxton, $117,969.38 CitiMortgage Inc. v. unknown occu-

Marriage Licenses

Kosciusko County

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

P UBLIC A UCTIONS

Online Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29. 8,000 square feet, located at 502 N. First St., Pierceton. Brick church with development potential, two adjoining lots offered separately or in combination. Sells absolute, no reserve. Bid online at bidmetzger.com. Auction Manager Jason Conley (547) 527-6330.

Excess Inventory Auction

11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30. Overhead pin routers, 12 inch panel saw, trailer frames and more. Located at Hahn Auction Building, 401 S. Oakland St., Nappanee.

Online Only Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30. 8.8 acres of recreational land, located northwest of South Whitley off SR 5 on CR 800S. Bid online at bidmetzger.com. Auction Manager John Barnau (574) 376-5340.

Online Only Firearm & Coin Auction

Wednesday, Aug. 30. 100+ long & handguns, ammo, gun accessories. Morgan & peace dollars, silver, gold and more. Bid online at bidmetzger.

Warner-Garcia

Joshua Philip Warner, 39, Leesburg, and Jacquelyn Melana-Mae Garcia, 32, Leesburg

McCulloch-Miller

Brandin James McCulloch, 27, Syracuse, and Courtney Marie Miller, 27, Syracuse

Delgadillo-Baird

Alexandra Gomez Delgadillo, 22, Warsaw, and Seth Maxwell Baird, 23, Warsaw

Stewart-Thornton

Brittany N. Stewart, 31, Milford, and Phillip Thornton, 29, Milford

Garcia-Chavez

Kristen M. Garcia, 33, Milford, and Omar Chavez, 39, Warsaw

Brown-Robinson

Aaron Lee Edward Brown, 21, Warsaw, and Shawnda Lynn Robinson, 21, Warsaw

Sandoval-Schmerber

Gustavo Contreras Sandoval, 45, Leesburg, and Brooke Ann Schmerber, 31, Leesburg

Garcia-Sullivan

Samantha Garcia, 36, Warsaw, and Ryan Sullivan, 41, Dearborn, Mich.

Krise-Ooley

Madison Elizabeth Krise, 23, Syracuse, and Dakota Michael Ooley, 24, Syracuse

Ault-Wilson

Ayden Tanner Ault, 21, Tippecanoe, and Isabella Evangalene Wilson, 24, Silver Lake

Pettit-Heckman

Kaylyn Rose Pettit, 22, Warsaw, and Michael Steven Heckman, 22, Warsaw

Nethercutt-Wolfe

Bradley James Nethercutt, 24, Warsaw, and Lindsey Ryann Wolfe, 25, Winona Lake

Brown-Schuh

Raven Mae Brown, 21, Warsaw, and Ashton Allen Schuh, 21, Warsaw Burrus-Gordon

Geric Mitchell Burrus, 23, Warsaw, and Bonnie Marie Gordon, 22, Warsaw

Marriage Dissolutions

Elkhart County

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in the Elkhart Superior Court:

White — April Nichole White, no address given, and Allen Stewart White, III, Milford; without children.

Scott — Santasia Scott, Nappanee, and Eddie Scott, Goshen; without children.

Smith — Christy Smith, Nappanee, and Tyler Smith, Elkhart; without children.

Berndt — Hailee B. Berndt, Milford, and Philip J. Berndt, Jr., Delavan, Wis.; without children.

com. Auction Manager John Burnau (574) 376-5340.

Phone Bid Real Estate Auction

Bids accepted until 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 31. Four acres, house, barn and wood shop with apartment, located at 2985 N. 735W, Shipshewana. Starting bid of $575,000. For bidding and bidding updates, call Chupp Auctions at 260-499-0216 or 260-499-0093.

Farm Collectibles & Antique Collectors Tractor Auction

Thursday, Aug. 31 — Friday, Sept. 1. Bidding begins 8:15 a.m. both days. Located at 72435 SR 15, New Paris. Polk Auction Co.

Online Only Auction

10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 1 — 6 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 7. 2.31+ acres on the Tippecanoe River. Zoned residential. Located on SR 15, 1.7 miles north of US 30 at Clearwater Dr. and SR 15. Bid online at schraderauction.com. Auction Managers Gary Bailey (260) 417-4383 and Phil Wolfe (260)248-1191.

Bart’s Watersports Auction

6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5 at North Webster Center Community Hall.

Business, inventory, store, office, warehouse and 75+ acres available in 6 tracts. Inspection dates 4-6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28 and 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5. Online bidding and more information available at schraderauction.com.

Toy Auction

3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5. Farm toys, 1/64 scale trucks, first gear trucks, misc. toys. Located at Chupp Auction Center, 809 S. Van Buren St., Shipshewana.

Real Estate & Antique Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9. Commercial lot, woods, buildings, 23+ acres offered in two tracts. Located at 7529 W 200S, Larwill. More information at bidmetzger.com

Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12. Brick ranch home, 3 bed and 2 bath, 5-bay attached garage. Located at 1402 E. 225S, Winona Lake, on corner of CR 225S and Faunn St. Visit schraderauction.com or call Auction Managers Gary Bailey (260) 417-4383 or Phil Wolfe (260)2481191.

Tippecanoe Valley grad earns Association of Indiana Counties $1,000 scholarship

Talia Joy Holder now has some extra money for her studies at Huntington University.

Holder, a Tippecanoe Valley High School graduate and the daughter of Bill and Joy Holder, has received a $1,000 scholarship from the Association of Indiana Counties, in partnership with Nationwide Insurance. Holder was the only student selected for the scholarship.

Kosciusko County Councilwoman Sue Ann Mitchell, who serves as the second vice president of the Association of Indiana Counties, presented the award to Holder during the Kosciusko County Commissioners’ meeting Tuesday, Aug. 15, in the Kosciusko County Courthouse’s old courtroom. Also present was Patrick Burkhart with Nationwide.

Holder was eligible to apply for the scholarship as her father, Bill, works in county government. He is Kosciusko County’s GIS director.

Burkhart noted the activities Holder has participated in, including tennis, cross country, student council, youth group, 4-H and helping with kids at her church.

Holder plans to become a dietitian.

Area residents named to MIAA Academic Honor Roll

The Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association has announced the recipients of the 2022-23 MIAA Academic Honor Roll. In total, 273 individual student-athletes at Trine University were recognized by the MIAA on the 2022-23 Academic Honor Roll, the most of any league schools.

Student-athletes must reach a 3.5 grade-point average for the aca-

demic year and earn a varsity letter in an MIAA-sponsored sport to be eligible.

The following local students were named to the honor roll:

• Abigail Sanner, Warsaw, a member of the women’s basketball team. Sanner is majoring in actuarial science.

• Sidney Wagner, Warsaw, a member of the women’s basketball

team. Wagner is majoring in exercise science.

• Carol Haldeman, Syracuse, a member of the women’s cross country team. Haldeman is majoring in exercise science-pre physical therapy 3+3.

• Henry Wagoner, Warsaw, a member of the football team. Wagoner is majoring in exercise science.

• Colton Wampler, Warsaw,

a member of the football team. Wampler is majoring in exercise science.

• Aaron Streit, New Paris, a member of the men’s tennis team. Streit is majoring in biomedical engineering.

• Jordan Grindle, Syracuse, a member of the men’s track and field team. Grindle is majoring in criminal justice-BS.

Optimists donate $500 to Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy

The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club, part of the international service organization dedicated to bringing out the best in youth, announced Wednesday, Aug. 2, a donation of $500 to the Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy.

The check was presented to Cindy Klusman, a representative from Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy. The money will be used to support the academy’s work of fostering growth, education, training and leadership development among Kosciusko County’s high school students.

Chris Plack, president of the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club, when asked about the donation, emphasized the importance of the work the youth academy does.

“Our investment in KYLA reflects our dedication to the youth of Kosciusko County. We believe that empowering young individuals with leadership skills is pivotal for our community’s future,” he said.

“KYLA’s mission of preparing young leaders for active roles

within our community directly aligns with the Optimist Club’s goal of nurturing the potential in every child,” Plack added. “We are optimistic about the lasting impact that our contribution will make and look forward to seeing the positive effects unfold in the coming years.”

The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club’s donation reflects its commitment to service and its belief in the power of supporting and inspiring young people. For more information about the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club or the Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy, visit its websites.

Indiana seeks federal funding for residential solar power program

The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority has announced a request for proposals to secure a contractor to aid the agency respond to the recently launched Solar for All program.

Solar for All is a $7 billion program intended to fund residential solar efforts. The goal of Solar for All is to help lower energy costs for families in low-income areas.

Sixty grants are expected to be awarded to states, territories, tribes, municipalities and eligible not-for-profits to establish or expand low-income solar programs.

The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority is applying for funds on behalf of Indiana in the “medium program” category of Solar for All. If granted, Indiana could be allotted between $100 million and $250 million.

Through the request for proposals, IHCDA is looking for an associate to aid in developing a response to the Solar for All program. The deadline is Sept. 26. This position would include assisting in creating budgets, narratives, obtaining letters of support or other relevant

documents, conducting research into the solar marketplace and current landscape in Indiana.

The contractor would be responsible for helping construct an effective residential solar program.

Part of that responsibility would be to blueprint a second request for proposals to find a firm that could serve as program administrator.

The IHDCA reiterates the firm selected in the first request for proposals will not be eligible to be selected in the second request for proposals. The deadline for submissions is 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 14.

The Environmental Protection Agency originally announced the Solar for All program in June. The program’s funding draws from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, a $27 billion investment passed through last year’s Inflation Reduction Act.

Learn more about the Solar for All project by visiting www.epa. gov/newsreleases/biden-harrisadministration-launches-7-billion-solar-all-grant-competitionfund.

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Auction Sales A010

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Garage Sales A070

HO MODEL RAILROAD COLLECTION for sale. Engines, cars, trees, buildings, stuff. Call 574-536-7204.

Miscellaneous A085

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8am-4pm

Roll top desk, secretary desk, La-Z-Boy recliners, corner curio cabinet, china cabinet, electric Elna sewing machine in cabinet, wicker furniture, cast iron lawn furniture, picnic table and chairs, lawn & garden tools, gazing balls on stands, charcoal grill, cookware set, Tupperware, pressure cooker, canning jars, lots more at Joe Riegsecker 29752 CR 56, Nappanee

Hauling C160

CLEAN UP AND TRASH REMOVAL

Willis Trash Removal. Residential, commercial and industrial. Bobcat, dumpsters and burn barrels available also. (574) 293-2937

Insurance C200

Construction C100

HOCHSTETLER CONSTRUCTION for all your building needs. Pole barns, horse barns, garages, new home construction, additions, all types of metal and asphalt roofing, windows and siding. Superior Service... Quality Workmanship. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kermit 574-549-3473.

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Siding C360

Tree Service C390

LUMBERJACK JIM TREE SERVICEProfessional tree trimming and removal. Storm damage clean up. Safe and reliable. Fully insured. Locally owned. Call 574-371-6536.

TREE TRIMMING, tree and stump removal service, storm damage clean up, tree climbing or bucket lift, Free estimates. Dan The Tree Man. 574-831-4381, New Paris.

TV Satellite C400

DISH TV $64.99 For 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. Promo Expires 1/31/24.

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Wicker Repair C420

CHAIR CANING, rush and splint seats, wicker repair. Quality work. Teresa Dick, 574-457-3566.

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EMPLOYMENT

General Employment E030

HELP WANTED. Apply at Lakeland Animal Clinic, 11639 N. SR 13, Syracuse, IN. 574-457-5574

Health Aids P140

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Health/Fitness P150

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Misc. Merchandise P200

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Prepare for power outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator $0 Down + Low Monthly Pmt Request a free Quote. Call before the next power outage: 1-855-948-6176

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FARM

Miscellaneous Farm G070

FOR SALE: 8-INCH PLASTIC IRRIGATION PIPE, brand new, 1,400 feet, 160 lb. pressure pipe. Call for details. 574-518-6384

PETS

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Pet Services Q020

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REAL ESTATE SALES

Time Share S095

Wesley Financial Group, LLC

Timeshare Cancellation Experts Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt & fees cancelled in 2019. Get free info package & learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 833-308-1971

with offices. Natural gas heat, 3 Ph. 240 V., city utilities. $1,500 mo., plus security deposit. Call 574-658-4757.

TRANSPORTATION

Misc. Auto W100

Donate Your Car to Veterans Today! Help and Support our Veterans. FastFREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398